News from Ed and Luci Kivett, Innkeepers
Although it isn't officially spring , we sure have enjoyed the recent spring-like weather here in northeast Georgia! Our gardens are already showing signs of life and we are always ready this time of year to see the meadow turn green and flowers begin to bloom with brilliant color.
In this issue we have highlighted several exciting opportunities coming up at Glen-Ella Springs Inn in the next couple of months. One in particular is an Innkeeping seminar in April. Most folks who come to Glen-Ella have a love for Inns and many of you have told us that you yourselves have often considered an Innkeeping career. The seminar led by noted Inn consultants Bill Oates and Heide Bredfeldt was absolutely one of the most critical steps Luci and I took in becoming Innkeepers. Bill and Heide's passion for and knowledge of the industry is second to none! It is truly an investment you will want to make as you explore your dream of being an Innkeeper.
So whether you join us for one of these special weekends, a corporate retreat or just a time to get away from it all, we look forward to seeing you at Glen-Ella Springs Inn soon!
Ed and Luci Kivett
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Future Innkeeper's Seminar
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Spend two days with industry experts, Bill Oates and Heide Bredfeldt of Inn Consulting Partners, and hosted by Glen-Ella Springs Inn the weekend of April 8 - 10, 2011 for a Seminar for Future Innkeepers. Some of the subjects covered in the seminar will include guidelines for establishing a model, selecting style, size and location of an inn, the business and personal side of being an Innkeeper along with other key topics. Bill and Heide will share their 30+ years of knowledge designed to help guide you down the path of becoming an Innkeeper. An all inclusive package is available to include lodging and meals. Visit Inn Consulting Partners to make your reservations and to review the weekend's agenda. Be sure to ask them about the $50.00 gift certificate valid with the all inclusive package.
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Exciting Restaurant News!
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This past fall we installed clear roll down siding panels on the dining terrace. The panels give us the ability to use the dining terrace much earlier than in years past because they can be rolled down when the temperature drops. During the warmer months, the sides will be completely rolled up for open air dining. Even with the sides down guests will still enjoy the view of the gardens and the enclosure creates an enchanting ambiance in the evening with all our specialty lighting. Patio dining will be available to guests as early as mid-March
Also, a change in the county law has allowed Glen-Ella's restaurant to offer a larger variety of wines and specialty beers. While we will continue to offer several of Georgia's more popular varieties, we are no longer limited to Georgia wines only. This new service comes at a great time as we welcome an early spring. Kindly note: Georgia law does prohibit brown bagging to our restaurant.
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Killer Marriages & Marriage Killers
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We have a few spots remaining for the March 25th & 26th weekend. The sessions of this weekend will explore practical ways using Biblical principles to improve and preserve your relationship.
Led by counselor Alan Mulchuk, founder of SureCord Christian Counseling, this promises to be a
retreat focused on creating "Killer Marriages" and guarding against "Marriage Killers". Call 706-754-7295 today to reserve your spot.
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Annual Wine Highway Weekend Package
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Join us again this year as we explore Georgia's Wine Highway during the weekend of March 18-20, 2011. This will be the 3rd year we have offered this package featuring chartered transportation to area wineries. Guests really enjoy being able to sit back and enjoy the scenery as well as the tastings without the worry of driving. For more details about the package click on the following link. special package
This year we will visit tasting rooms and vineyards in the Dahlonega and Sautee area. Each vineyard has it's own special ambiance and will be offering different specials during the wine highway weekend. Included in your package will be your Wine Highway Weekend Passport which is good for both Saturday and Sunday at all participating wineries.
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