There's always the Big Red Apple Drop in Cornelia if can't make it to the Big Apple for the big party and you'd rather not go to Atlanta for the peach drop. Like First Night, it's a family-oriented celebration which is held each year at the Cornelia Depot.
In addition, the Dahlonega-Lumpkin County Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring a New Year's Eve dance in downtown Dahlonega.
The Remember When Band will play and it begins at 36 North Park Street at 9:00, complete with a wine and beer bar, complimentary glass of champagne at midnight, hors d'oeuvres, and Texas Hold 'Em poker tournament.
Cost is $50 per person and tickets are on sale at the Dahlonega/Lumpkin County Chamber of Commerce.
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