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🌱 What a Blue Ridge athlete says about trying your first XTERRA race.
Blue Ridge, Georgia Patch AM: a 4 min readGood morning Blue Ridge! Your connection to what's happening around town is here. Take a sip of coffee and read on. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- What a Blue Ridge athlete says about trying your first XTERRA race.
- Why Blue Ridge tops the list of budget-friendly mountain cabin escapes
Also on today's calendar: Vino & Vinyl in Blue Ridge and 2 more events.
Today's riddle: What did Tennessee see? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Friday: Partly sunny, with a high of 82 and low of 55 degrees.
- Saturday: Times of clouds and sun, temps: high: 84, low: 62.
- Sunday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 84 and low of 64 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Could I Do an XTERRA? The People Who Took Their Racing Off-Road (slowtwitch.com) — Blue Ridge gets a shout-out through local athlete A.J. Petrillo, who shares practical advice for residents curious about trying XTERRA off-road triathlons and trail races. The feature gathers tips from international competitors on handling technical trails, managing effort, and embracing the supportive, adventurous community that defines XTERRA events across North America and beyond. 
• Cheap Weekend Getaways in Every State Worth the Drive (cheapism.com) — Blue Ridge is highlighted as an affordable, easy mountain-cabin escape, especially for Atlanta-area drivers looking for a quick reset. The piece spotlights cozy cabins, mountain views, hiking trails, wineries, local shops, and the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway as simple, low-stress ways to unwind for a weekend without planning an expensive resort vacation.
📸 Around Blue Ridge
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Opening Reception for Artist in Residence Jimiyo... →
Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association, 420 W Main St, Blue Ridge
5:00 pm
Saturday June 6
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Other local events
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Vino & Vinyl in Blue Ridge →
Doghobble Cellars, 598 E Main St, Blue Ridge
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Opening Reception for The Shape of Clay Artisan... →
Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association, 420 W Main St, Blue Ridge
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Old Timers' Parade →
Downtown Blue Ridge Play Park, E Main St, Blue Ridge
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Lake Blue Ridge Fireworks →
Lake Blue ridge Dam Recreation Area, 6408 Old Hwy 76, Blue Ridge
9:30 pm
Friday June 5
Saturday June 6
Saturday July 4
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🗓 Events Nearby
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SPIRIT HORSE @ MISTY MOUNTAIN HOPS | BLUE RIDGE →
Misty Mountain Hops LLC, Misty Mountain Hops, Blue Ridge
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The Miracle Worker →
Blue Ridge Community Theater, 2591 E 1st St, Blue Ridge
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Monday Mahjong Workshop →
Kerith House, 611 Maple Grove Rd, Morganton
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Pickin in the Park →
Ron Henry Horseshoe Bend Park, 1156 River Rd, Mineral Bluff
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Live Music-Harold Crowder →
Kerith House, 611 Maple Grove Rd, Morganton
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Food Truck Friday with EJ's North Georgia →
Blue Ridge / Toccoa River KOA Holiday, 67 Blackhawk Dr, Blue Ridge
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Monday Mahjong Guided Play →
Kerith House, 611 Maple Grove Rd, Morganton
4:00 pm
Saturday June 6
Sunday June 7
Monday June 15
Thursday June 18
Sunday June 21
Friday June 26
Monday June 29
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💬 Chatter
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Whether you need a deep clean, a sparkling window refresh, or a hot tub ready for guests, we take pride in making every space shine. No job is too… (Nextdoor Aska / Blue Ridge Lake) - Got trees like this around your house?
Morgan Outdoor Services wants to help you get them on the ground before they fall on your house. We are working hard to be Blue Ridges number one… (Nextdoor Aska / Blue Ridge Lake)
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🗞 Nearby News
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- 5-star DL completely changed his perspective on Georgia after official visit (dawnofthedawg.com)
Ok Blue Ridge! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Same as Arkansas (Thank you Juanita B. for sending it in!)
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