December 4, 2010 is a great day to travel to Helen, Georgia for many Christmas events that will be happening in the area throughout the day. Join in the 4th annual Holiday Treasure Hunt along scenic Highway 197 in Clarksville, stop by The Gourd Place in nearby Sautee for their open house,visit downtown Helen to see the wonderful items available for purchase at the Christkindlmarkt set up in the Marktplatz and stick around downtown Helen for the annual Christmas parade at 2 PM. After the parade, you can Deck the Halls at Unicoi State Park. It is sure to be a fun filled day which will really get you in the Christmas spirit!

Join in the 4th annual Holiday Treasure Hunt by following the treasure map to businesses along Scenic Highway 197. There will be music and refreshments and a party will begin at the Batesville Country Store and Restaurant at 5 PM. Enter a drawing for some nice prizes.

The Gourd Place is celebrating 2010 with their theme All About Trains. The open house is from 10 AM to 5 PM and will feature their 2010 special edition ornaments. They will be open daily sharing their special holiday theme through December 23, 2010. They are located at: 2319 Duncan Bridge Road, Sautee, GA. Call 706-865-4048 for more information.

The Christkindlmarkt is a traditional German marketplace where you can find many unique gifts, decorations, and tasty treats!

Continue the fun at Unicoi State Park with their festivities of making holiday crafts, going on a hayride, having a special meal in the park’s restaurant, and enjoying the music in the beautifully decorated lodge. This event is on Saturday, December 4 and Sunday, December 5, 2010 from 3 PM to 6 PM. Parking is $5.