Only Calhoun’s Dancing with the Stars raises more funds for the local 18 partner agencies.ĩ. United Way of Gordon County Unity Run - For almost 25 years, the Unity Run (offering a 5K run/walk and a children’s 1K) has marked the official start to the United Way of Gordon County Fund Raising Campaign. Since 1960, thousands of guests take part in Kiwanis Pancake Day by enjoying all-you-care-to-eat pancakes and sausage.Ĩ. Kiwanis of Dalton Pancake Day -the Dalton Club's major fundraising project is usually held the first Saturday in November under the big tent on Dalton Green. Pond and Garden Tour of Bartow County - Because everyone loves a beautiful garden, the Magnolia Garden Club hosts a tour of private ponds and gardens to raise money for Horticulture Scholarships and Junior Garden Club projects at area schools.ħ. The event includes a delicious lunch, an Artisan Market and Raffle, and a fabulous Fashion Show.Ħ. Spring for the Arts - The Creative Arts Guild presents “Spring For The Arts” in March at The Farm. Evening of Love and Laughter - In February, Prevent Child Abuse Gordon invites the community to enjoy An Evening of Love and Laughter - an elegant affair held at the Harris Arts Center featuring entertainment, auctions, door prizes, a raffle, food and fun.ĥ. United Way of Northwest Georgia Kickoff Block Party and Trike Race-hundreds of people gather to celebrate the official kickoff of the campaign season, watch CEOs and teams from local businesses race on souped-up tricycles, and see the current year’s campaign goal revealed to the public.Ĥ. Thousands of dollars are raised and donated to a specific local charitable cause each year.ģ. Baxter Dean Runway Show - For years, business partners Andy Baxter and Hanna Dean (with the help of local businesses like Gentry Construction) put on a runway show and production showcasing local high school student models. The first duck to be pulled from the water wins the grand prize.Ģ.

The ducks float along and Quacky and his friends pull the winners from the water as they go.

Each duck adopted is released into a lake for the big Duck Derby. To win the Grand Prize (thousands of dollars), donors adopt a duck (from $5 to $250). Duck Derby - It's a really quacky concept that benefits Advocates for Children in Bartow County.

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