2009 Christmas Ornaments Available

The Blairsville Downtown Development Authority is currently selling the second in a series of collectible ornaments as a fundraiser for future projects in the downtown area. The 2009 ornament features a photo of the Historic Courthouse Clock Tower. Each ornament is dated and gift boxed. Optional acrylic display stands are also available. There are a limited number of 2008 ornaments, which featured an aerial view of the city, still available for those who would like to start a collection. The ornaments make great gifts!

Ornaments are being sold at the following locations:

The Book Nook - on Cleveland St .

Earlybird Antiques Emporium - on Wellborn St .

The Book Cellar – on Wellborn St.

The Flower Garden - on Blue Ridge St .

Seasons Inn Motel and Plaza – on the square

Pat’s Hallmark Shop – on Murphy Hwy.

The Union County Chamber of Commerce

Union County Historical Society – on the square

The cost of each ornament is $10.00 and stands are $4.00. For more information contact Janet Hartman, DDA Program Manager, at 706-994-4837.

The 2008 Blairsville Christmas Ornament

Brought to you by the Downtown Development Authority of Blairsville, this Christmas ornament is the first in a series of collectible ornaments. The 2008 ornament features an aerial view of the city nestled among surrounding mountains. Each ornament is dated and gift boxed. Optional acrylic display stands are also available. Each year a special part of our hometown will be portrayed on an ornament. What a wonderful way to remember a visit to Blairsville, to thank a special client, or to start a personal collection!

All proceeds from this fundraiser will go to the DDA for future projects. Thanks to all the businesses that helped sell the ornaments including The Book Nook (off the square on Cleveland St.), Earlybird Antiques Emporium (off the square on Wellborn St.), The Flower Garden (off the square on Blue Ridge St.), Seasons Inn Motel and Plaza (on the square), Tuckers Antiques and Gifts (located on 129 north), Pat’s Hallmark (on Blue Ridge St.), the Union County Chamber of Commerce (385 Welcome Center Lane), Candles by Jean (on Murphy Hwy.), Blairsville Realty (next to McDonalds), and the Union County Historical Society gift store (located at the Butt-Mock House - one block south of the square.