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August 8, 2009 Movie in the park change in schedule

(Braselton) The Braselton Visitors Bureau Authority has learned that Monsters v. Aliens will not be released in time for our August 8, 2009 Movie in the Park.  However, we have secured Night at the Museum 2:  Battle of the Smithsonian for this date! 

Night at the Museum 2:  Battle of the Smithsonian is still in theatres and we will be showing it in the park before it is released to DVD!  Bring the family and enjoy the show. 

The free event will begin at dusk. Moviegoers are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets and a picnic supper.
 
The Braselton Park is one block west of GA 53 in historic downtown Braselton. Directions are available on the Town website at Map to Downtown Braselton Park
 



 Braselton Library hosts semi-silent theater Wednesday

(Braselton) "Dr. Tom's Semi-Silent Theater" is the featured presentation of the Braselton library vacation reading program on Wednesday, July 1.

The 11:00 event will delight children of all ages as the library presents Dr. Tom Pierce, a twenty-five year veteran of mime, acting, children's theater and an acclaimed artist-in-residence. 

 Extensive information is available at www.drtomisi.com .

  Librarian Bev Adkins invites patrons to "be creative @ your library" in its summer reading opportunities.   Dr. Tom's presentation is sponsored by the Leta Braselton Trust fund. 

For additional information telephone 706.654-1992.



 Edward Jones office opens in Braselton

(Braselton) St. Louis-based Edward Jones investments opened its newest office in Braselton last week with Bill Orr as it’s financial advisor.

The firm has more than 12,000 advisors in offices across the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom serving more than eight million clients.

“This is a homecoming to me,” says Orr, who lives in the Chateau Elan community. Orr is a graduate of Johnson High School, the University of Georgia, and he earned an MBA from Carnegie-Mellon University. His professional career in marketing, energy and financial consulting took him to Texas, Pennsylvania, North Carolina, Maryland, Georgia, Rhode Island and Hong Kong.

Every aspect of Edward Jones’ investments, from the types of investment options offered to the location of branch offices, is designed to cater to individual investors in the communities in which they live and work.

“From college savings to retirement comfort, we create and sustain long term investment solutions that emphasize a well-balanced portfolio,” says Orr. “It is no small honor for Fortune Magazine to name this company second in the nation as the best company to work for and to be top-ranked by Registered Rep. magazine’s survey of the nation’s largest financial services’ firms.”

Braselton Mayor Pat Graham commended Orr and his staff for their convenient location and business opportunities in the region.

Mr. Orr’s Edward Jones office is located in the Liberty Village center on GA 211 adjacent to Ace Hardware and in front of Chateau Elan golf entrance. Telephone 678.425-0329 or visit www.edwardjones.com for additional information.

Photo, left to right: Scott Snedecor (Liberty Village Center & Ace Hardware), Jennifer Dees (Braselton Town Manager), Bill Orr (Edward Jones), Braselton Mayor Pat Graham, David Ewing (Edward Jones' regional leader) and Debbie Parker (Edward Jones).


 

Braselton library features comedic juggler

(Braselton) Braselton Library's vacation reading series continues Wednesday (June 24) featuring Todd Key.

Key is described as a one-man, club throwing, ball spinning, ladder balancing, torch manipulating comedy. He has entertained kids at libraries for more than two decades and brings energy and excitement to the adventures of reading and learning.

The 11:00 AM event is sponsored by Braselton-West Jackson Friends of the Library. For additional program information, visit www.toddkeyjuggles.com or telephone the library at 706.654-1992.
 

 


DDA Board Member Applications now being accepted

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Please click here to download the Application.
 


"Hotel for Dogs" is Braselton's movie in the park feature

(Braselton) Emma Roberts, Jake T. Austin, Kyla Pratt and Don Cheatle star in the family comedy adventure, "Hotel for Dogs," in the free movie in the park on Saturday evening in Braselton.

The 100-minute film, released in 2009, features a band of kids who transform an old hotel for stray dogs and themselves. The movie's star is Friday, an adorable pup who champions his cause for a home. The movie is rated PG, and full information is available at www.hotelfordogsmovie.com.

Moviegoers are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets and a picnic. The Braselton Park is located one block west of GA 53 in historic downtown Braselton. The movie is a presentation of the Braselton Visitors Bureau Authority.
 


Vacation reading series features Eric Litwin at Braselton library

(Braselton) The vacation reading series debuts Wednesday (June 17) at the Braselton Library featuring noted musician, Eric Litwin.

The 11:00 AM event will be held in the library's community room and is sponsored by the Braselton Woman's Club.

Litwin describes himself as "a guitar strumming, banjo picking, song singing, story telling, award winning, song writing, fun folksy type of guy." Detailed information about his professional work and presentations is at www.ericlitwin.com.

Bev Adkins, the librarian, says "our vacation reading theme is "Be Creative @ Your Library." For every five items a child reads or for every hour and fifteen minutes they read, they get to pick a prize of our of wonderful, magical treasure box." This is a popular series each Wednesday and free to all.

The library will also sponsor a 'summer story time' with sports and games on Friday, June 19 in the Braselton Park. It will begin at 11:00 AM as well.

News Archive

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Paul Blart: Mall Cop opens Braselton's movies in the park series
Braselton Visitors Bureau Authority announces park movie series
Braselton's library "Friends" celebrate with luau
Braselton Antique & Gardening Festival
Braselton Mayor Graham graces magazine cover
Braselton's Graham named to prestigious water policy council
ACE Hardware opens in Braselton
Braselton library receives new children's computer
Braselton Officer Recipient of 2008 Helcher Award
Independence Bank opens in Braselton
Braselton movie feature is "Nim's Island"
Antique and Holiday festival vendors wanted
Braselton movie series presents "Alvin & The Chipmunks"
"Celebrate Braselton" is a huge success
Braselton names Robbins as public works director
Braselton movie series presents "Mr. Magorium's Wonder Emporium"
Movies Under the Stars slated for Braselton Park
Congressman John Linder in Braselton
Braselton Antique & Gardening Festival Pictures
Braselton Antique & Gardening Festival set for weekend
Celebrate Braselton - July 4th, 2008  
Riverwalk Cleanup Planned - 4/26/08 - 9-12 noon
Chateau Elan Celebrates 18th Annual Lighting - Nov 23
Mayor welcomes new DOT Commissioner
Braselton honors nation's veterans
Christmas in Braselton
8k and 2k Run for Reading to benefit Braselton Library
Braselton antique festival nears
6th Annual Tour of Homes Announced
Library Friends hear CCC story
State bans outdoor water use
Payne joins Braselton staff
Braselton's Wise honored by Soil & Water District
Braselton police promotes Kilburn
The Braselton Library wants to make a difference in its community
Braselton Mayor briefs district's new Congressman
Braselton founder's grandson honored
Braselton welcomes Whole Foods Market
Family movie night in Braselton Park features children's movie
Braselton Business Association elects new officers
Solis named assistant chief for Braselton Police
Georgia's legendary Coach Vince Dooley visits Jefferson
Graham named to Governor's task force
Braselton salutes media anniversary
Paul Mims is Braselton's water superintendent
Braselton, Oakwood reach sewer agreement
Braselton opens new library Wednesday
Braselton ushers holiday season with parade
Braselton festival ushers in holiday season
Braselton Women's Club donates "Bucks for Books"
Governor visits Braselton Monday
Braselton celebrates her 90th birthday Monday
Day Named Braselton's Waste Water Superintendent
Celebrate Braselton Event
Benton Presents Braselton Library With Book Funds
Braselton Hosts "Picnic with Police"
Braselton Named an All-America City Finalist
Braselton's RiverWalk Gains Phase 2 Approval
Braselton Breaks Ground for New Library
Braselton Salutes Local Businesses
Braselton's Pat Graham is "Newsmaker of the Year"
Braselton selected for national cities' showcase
Mayberry joins Braselton Town Council
Braselton Library Celebrates Children's Book Week
Braselton Tapped for National Cities' Showcase
Cheek Named Director of Public Utilities
The Miss Braselton Contest - **Dates Changed**
Braselton Police Officer Dies in Tragic Vehicle Accident
Braselton Breaks Ground for Police & Municipal Court Facility
Braselton Bash ~ May 21st - Hosted by Year One
Resurfacing on Ga. 124 - Begins 4/25/05
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Hudgens Cites Braselton Honors
Braselton Police Earn State Honor
Braselton Garners Prestigious State Economic Award
Spivey is Braselton's Mayor Pro Team
The Town of Braselton -- America's Dream Town 2005!
Braselton Christmas Parade
Addictive Cycles Donates Bicycles to Braselton Police
Braselton re-dedicates historic school bell & gazebo
Braselton-Hoschton plan "Day of Remembrance"
Braselton High School bell-gazebo ceremony set
Allen Named Braselton's Wastewater Superintendent
Braselton Celebrates the Independence Day, 2004
Cheek honored at retirement in Braselton
Town Manager Earns Prestigious Award