Pick Ellijay Podcast PEP TALK

PEP Talk: Georgia Apple Festival

It’s Apple Fest! This week we bring Jennifer Grimmer, President and CEO of the Gilmer Chamber, to discuss the Georgia Apple Festival. The festival lasts for two exciting and fun-filled weekends of the 14–15 and the 21–22, with many more events every weekend in October.

PEP Talk: Roo Mountain Vineyards

Roo Mountain Vineyards is the newest winery on the block! With 6 acres of vines on nearly 250 acres of beautiful land, Roo Mountain Vineyards offers roughly 20 varieties of wine and a good selection of ciders.
Join Host Asa Jones as he converses with Robert Loomis, the head winemaker, and Michelle Raffaelle, the owner of Roo Mountain Vineyards. 
Enjoy live music every Saturday, Cars and Coffee on the third Saturday of each month, and other special events. Don't miss Friday, September 29—it's a Low Country Boil feast!
Roo Mountain Vineyards
1497 Old Flat Branch Road, Ellijay, GA 30540
https://roomountainvineyards.com/
https://www.facebook.com/Roomountainvineyards
https://www.instagram.com/roomountainvineyards/

PEP Talk: How to Coexist with Black Bears

In the latest episode of Pick Ellijay, Gerald Hodge, CEO of Appalachia Georgia Friends of the Bears, joins us to promote black bear awareness, including bear behaviors to understand and how human-bear conflicts can occur. Get your bearings on how to coexist with black bears in this educational episode.

PEP Talk: Harvest Season Happenings at Ott Vineyards & Winery

In this week’s episode of PEP Talk, guest Lee Delk, co-owner of Ott Vineyards & Winery, discusses the vineyard’s exciting events coming up this harvest season. On Tuesday nights, visit Ott Vineyards & Winery for Open Mic Nights from 5-8 p.m., and beginning October 12, join them for wine and food pairings on the second Thursday of each month. Plus, mark your calendars for October 7 when Ott Vineyards & Winery welcomes performer Ace Suggs for a live concert. Learn more about the vineyard at OttVineyards.com.

PEP Talk: Coosawattee River Resort & Pickin’ Concert Series

Michelle Kellogg is back with exciting information about Coosawattee River Resort. You'll also learn more about the Pickin' Concert Series. Here's a sneak peek:
September 9Gregg Erwin and 200 Proof
September 23Chequered Blue
Trunk R Treat is coming in October!The Cider Social Dance is coming in November!

PEP Talk: Farming Grapes for Boutique Wineries

Gilmer and neighboring counties are cultivating award-winning grapes for boutique wineries across North Georgia. Cartecay Vineyards is no exception. Larry Lykins, the owner of Cartecay Vineyards, explains what it is like to farm grapes. Larry also explains the difference between grapes grown for boutique wineries and large market wines. 
 
Crush Festival at Cartecay VineyardsSeptember 23–24
Grape StompingVineyard ToursLive MusicFood TruckWine TastingArts & CraftsTickets are ON SALE NOW! Act fast!!
https://cartecayvineyards.com/events/

PEP Talk: Ellijay Bacon Festival

What goes best with BACON?? EVERYTHING!!! 
Abbey Prieto and Irene Witt tell all about the upcoming Ellijay Bacon Festival. Attendees will find several different bacon products and vendors, including a spicy bacon eating contest. The festival is a one-day event. All proceeds go towards the Gilmer Food Pantry.
Ellijay Bacon FestivalSunday, September 2410:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.Gilmer River Park—across from the hospital

PEP Talk: Stampede Rodeo

Get ready for the highly anticipated Ellijay Stampede Rodeo! Join Asa Jones as he learns about the event from Grant Parker with Twisted Horn Rodeo. Labor Day weekend will bring loads of lassos, buckets of bucking broncos, and fabulous food. You'll also find lots of vendors at the event. Don't miss this event!
 
Ellijay Stamede RodeoSeptember 2–3, 2023Labor Day WeekendGilmer County Saddle Club, 1727 South Main Street, Ellijay
 
For more information, visit: https://www.rodeoticket.com/ellijay-stampede-pro-rodeo/rodeo-information
 

PEP Talk: Food Truck Tuesday & Ellijay Up In Smoke

Adina Elfauituri, the organizer of Food Truck Tuesdays and Ellijay Up In Smoke, is this week's featured guest.
Food Truck Tuesday is the first Tuesday of each month through November. Grab your friends, family, and neighbors, then boogie on over to River Park from 5:00–8:00 p.m. 
Ellijay Up In Smoke is a soon-to-be-famous BBQ taste and competition. Follow your nose to the Ellijay Lions Club on September 30. The event runs from 12:00–6:00 p.m. You will NOT want to miss this extravaganza!
Visit www.GeorgiaMountainLife.com for more information.
River Park: 1561 S. Main Street in EllijayEllijay Lions Club: 1729 South Main Street in Ellijay

PEP Talk: Ellijay Farmers & Artisans Market

This week we bring on Chris Cleberg and Lynn Robey, organizers of the Ellijay Farmers & Artisans Market. The Ellijay Farmers & Artisans Market has nearly 100 vendors offering produce, meat and poultry, and crafts, running every Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. now through September 30. Visit the market at 1 Broad Street, Ellijay, GA, United States, 30540.