Tucked in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, just minutes from Interstate 85 you can find charm, convenience, and a sense of community in Franklin County, Georgia.
Franklin County is home to the cities of Royston, Canon, Lavonia, Franklin Springs, and the county seat of Carnesville.
The Georgia Department of Community Affairs awarded Franklin County, Georgia the designation of an "All- Georgia Community".
Royston, GA is the hometown of the 1st inductee to the Baseball Hall of Fame, Ty Cobb and features the Ty Cobb Museum with a treasure trove of baseball history, exhibits, and memorabilia.
Franklin Springs is home to Emmanuel College, a four year Christian Liberal Arts College offering small classes and a unique culture.
Victoria Bryant State Park borders Franklin Springs, GA on Highway 327. The park covers 502 acres, is rich in history and features a public 18 hole golf course, swimming pool, campgrounds, hikiing areas, and picnic sites. Franklin County is also home to Tugaloo State Park on Lake Hartwell.
Whether you are searching for an affordable country home on acreage, a historic charmer, or a lakefront retreat, find your way home to fabulous Franklin County, Georgia...just click here to search for homes in Franklin County, GA. Want more information? Feel free to contact me.
It snowed and snowed!
And snowed some more.....
Ths Super Puppy - Samson the White Boxer went out to play -
while the other 4 in the pack huddled under blankets inside.
Spring had just begun to show her colors.
When Mother Nature laughed and officially dumped 8.1 inches of snow on Madison County, Georgia -
And yes I really was without power, water, or anything for 5 days :)
Thankfully, this was a rare occasion for all of us.....See you again in about 10 years Mr. Snowstorm!
December 6th started out a little chilly but warmed up nicely when the sun came out - perfect weather for the Watkinsville Christmas parade at 11am.
I got to meet up with one of my favorite mortgage lenders, Amy Coile and her two oh so cute kids - Rylee and Coleman, to watch the parade as it came down Main Street! This year's theme was "Home for the Holidays" and there were many veterans honored.
I took a ton of photos so I decided to break them up into two groups for you - that way they won't take quite as long to load. I don't know how much candy was thrown out to the kids, but it had to be thousands of pounds. The air was FULL of candy when Santa came along on the firetruck!
Here is the slideshow of 1st half of the parade:
Here is the 2nd half of the parade:
The photo below just says it all - this is why I go to parades even though my kids are grown!
It was a fun day and I got to bring home Chicken Mull from the Watkinsville Christian Church for dinner - it was fantastic!
Although it's hard to believe, it's time for our free and affordable holiday happenings for the Athens, Georgia area! With money tight for most everyone this year, rest assured I'll be searching out some of the best holiday fun that is affordable for everyone!
Let's start with the Athens, Georgia Parade of Lights 2008 which will be winding it's way through downtown Athens on Thursday, December the 4th at 7pm. Bring a thermos of hot cocoa, dress warmly and you are set to go. And ask one of my favorite lenders, Amy Coile of Classic City Mortgage, about her UNEXPECTED appearance in the parade a few years ago.
Cocoa, S'mores & Stories are in store for your kiddies ages 4-8 on Saturday, December 6, 2008 at Rocksprings Park. Only $1.00 per child but you must call for reservations at 706.613-3606.
HO, HO, HO have breakfast with Santaat the Sandy Creek Nature Center for only $5.00 if you are an Athens-Clarke County Resident & only $7.00 if you live in other areas. There will be 3 sessions on Saturday, December 13, 2008 at 8am, 9am, and 10am but you MUST pre-register at 706.613-3615.
Take a look at the Athens Clarke County Leisure Services Department site, they have tons of Holiday Fun slated with something for every age.
Head out to thriving artist community of Comer, GA in nearby Madison County, GA on Friday December 5th, 2008 from 6pm until 10pm for the Bluebell Gallery's 8th annual Open House and see some spectacular local artwork. FREE admission, unless you buy of course :)
You can get your free tickets to the Athens Symphony Christmas Concert now from the Classic Center box office. You must have tickets, and you should hurry up and get them but again this is a great free, family fun outing on Saturday December 13th at 8pm or Sunday December 14th at 3pm, 2008!
Sing, sing a song! Join the Athens First United Methodist Churchon Lumpkin Street on Sunday, December 21, 2008 at 7pm for "A Contemporary Christmas: Lessons & Carols" featuring singing, scripture readings and special music. FREE Fun and filled with Holiday Spirit!
On Friday December 5th, 2008 I will post my Holiday Market & Crafts special - be sure to come back by and plan your unique gift shopping trip!
It's Halloween & Fall Fun Party Time in Athens, Georgia!
Looking for a haunted experience - choose from 3 attractions at the Night of Screams off the Atlanta Highway ( the old Wal-Mart shopping Center near Goodwill) call (770)851-4621 or visit Night of Screams website.
There will be a FREE Halloween Carnival at the East Athens Community Center with face painting, spooky stories & a "lightly" haunted house for Kindergarten through 5th grade aged children on Wednesday, October 29, 2008 at 5:00 call (706)613-3593 for more information.
Have really little ones? Bring your Pre-K children ages 3 to 5 to Memorial Park for a "batty" talk - pre register by calling (706) 613-3580 $6.00 for Clarke County residents.
Trunk or Treat at the Athens Clarke County Police Department substation on Baxter Street for a safe holiday on Friday, October 31, 2008. Children must be under 12 years old and have a mask or costume!
Teenagers 13 to 18 years old can enjoy a Halloween Party for only $2.00 each on Thursday, October 30, 2008 at the East Athens Community Center - pre registration is required! The party will feature a DJ, dancing and refreshments.
Don't let your dogs miss out on the fun at Barktoberfest this Friday & Saturday (10/31-11/1/2008) at Z-Dog Baker & Pet Supply - make sure the pup is in costume to go trick or treating - call (706) 354-1804 for details.
After the kids have had their fun, adults may want to go play at the Country Rock Cafe (alcohol present - adults only) located at 1700 Commerce Road, Athens, GA home of Athens' largest costume contest! Doors open at 8:30 - costumes not required but hey it's is sure to be fun!
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Successfully serving the Athens, Ga metro area and surrounding counties! Athens is home to music groups REM, B52s & Widespread Panic and the home of The University of Georgia and their Bulldawgs!
With 5 corporate transfers through McLane Corp. in just 8 years, my wife & I needed someone to just "do it"! Michelle made this the easiest transition we've ever had. Needless to say when it was time to move again she listed & sold our home in record time with record ease. We've found a true friend in Georgia with this Realtor. Victor Lange I am so glad we found you! You were the 3rd agent we listed our condo with and the only 1 who did not list and forget it! We are excited that it sold and enjoyed watching you and the new buyer's excitement at the closing table. Great job! Nancy Smith Michelle has provided me with the info I needed to make good decisions about buying & selling rental property. As a new investor, I don't think I would have had the nerve to accumulate the properties that I have without her!
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Syracuse, NY, formerly of Statham, GA
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Athens, GA
Thank You! For taking the time & having the patience to work with us in getting our first home. We look forward to moving up in a few years and will give you a call then.
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Hull, GA
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As the broker of Success Realty (GA Firm #H47230), Michelle is proud to lead a group of enthusiastic & ethical REALTORS in providing premium customer service to all our clients.
Michelle believes that true success is about more than just money. Many clients have asked her why the name "Success Realty"? Her reply is "To me, success is about giving excellent service in real estate back to my hometown and having a passion for what I do. The best feeling in the world is received from counseling a first time home buyer and seeing the look on their faces when they successfully purchase their first home! The next best feeling is being a part of their lives and their friend in the future!"
Michelle has 12+ years of real estate brokerage experience. After years of being the managing broker for a large franchised brokerage with 3 offices, she recently opened Success Realty in downtown Athens, Georgia to promote affordable home ownership opportunities in the Athens area and to offer both homeownership and career opportunities to the diverse popluation that Athens Georgia enjoys due to the influence of the University of Georgia.
Michelle is also a Georgia Certified Residential Appraiser (License #6547) and the co-owner of Diversified Property Services with her husband, David. Michelle brings extensive knowledge of the Athens, GA real estate market to the table through longevity in her real estate brokerage & real estate appraisal career and by being a native Athenian!
Success Realty utilizes all the traditional methods of marketing homes including Homes & Land Book, traditional newspaper ads in 4 market areas, our company website at Success Realty, Michelle's personal website, email flyers, and full color brochures at all listings. Additionally, Success Realty embraces the internet by posting listings at Zillow.com, Craigslist.org, Localism.com, and 30+- other less traditional internet sites to expose our seller's homes to the largest pool of buyers available!
Success Realty offers 1st time homebuyers seminars on a bi-monthly schedule and has educational materials available in English, Spanish, Korean, Russian and several Chinese dialects available for our customers and clients. Clients who speak English as a second language have many materials available to them to help with the home buying process and interpreters are usually available, as needed, to help!
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At Success Realty, we specialize in representing clients in the purchases and sales of residential, income producing and commercial property in the North Georgia area. The Success Team has a major emphasis on affordable housing and homeownership for minorities in the Athens, GA area.
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