GEORGIA Magazine

12/31/2025

Georgia tea makers are redefining a Southern staple. In Savannah, Athens and Brunswick, small-batch businesses Ashford Tea Co., MEplusTEA and Biron Organic Teas are brewing blends with Georgia flavors and community focus.
Read more on page 26 in “Tea time.”
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/gemc/georgia_202512/index.php #/p/26

12/26/2025

Videodrome in Atlanta’s Midtown neighborhood is keeping movie rentals alive. The store’s loyal customers and unique film collection prove that physical media still has fans in the streaming age.
Read more on page 20 in this month’s Curious Georgia.
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/gemc/georgia_202512/index.php #/p/20

12/24/2025

Generations of Georgia growers bring holiday color and cheer through poinsettias. At Windham Greenhouses in Glenwood and Southland Greenhouses in Acworth, families have turned tradition into thriving small businesses. Their seasonal blooms brighten churches and homes across the state. Read more on page 16 in this month’s issue.
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/gemc/georgia_202512/index.php #/p/16

12/22/2025

In Trion, Pat McGruther uses quilting to bring warmth and comfort to chemotherapy patients in Northwest Georgia.
Read more on page 38 in this month’s Hometown Heroes.
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/gemc/georgia_202512/index.php #/p/38

12/20/2025

The Tellus Science Museum in Cartersville recently added a piece of Georgia’s newest meteorite to its collection. The McDonough Meteorite lit up the sky in June before breaking apart and landing in Henry County.
Read more on page 8 in this month’s Georgia News.
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/gemc/georgia_202512/index.php #/p/8

12/19/2025

For nearly four decades, a group of Georgia friends has gathered to bake cookies for family, friends and neighbors. Their annual tradition continues to sweeten the season.
Read more and see recipes on page 34 in this month’s Georgia Cooks.
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/gemc/georgia_202512/index.php #/p/34

12/17/2025

Board games are getting a local twist. Georgia-themed Monopoly-style games such as Macon-opoly, Monopoly: The Savannah Edition and Georgia Tech-opoly celebrate community pride and familiar landmarks. Players can “buy” sites such as Capricorn Studios, Forsyth Park Fountain and Bobby Dodd Stadium.
Read more on page 24 in “Game night.”
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/gemc/georgia_202512/index.php #/p/24

12/16/2025

Electric cooperatives brought seasonal fun to their communities this year with Trunk or Treat events, including Cobb EMC’s family celebration in Marietta and Blue Ridge Mountain EMC’s fifth annual event in Young Harris.
Read more on page 14 in this month’s Currents.
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/gemc/georgia_202512/index.php #/p/14

12/16/2025

Looking for meaningful gifts? Try experiences such as hot-air balloon rides in Cordele, scenic train trips in Blue Ridge or horseback or carriage rides in Savannah.
Read more on page 29 in this month’s Around Georgia.
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/gemc/georgia_202512/index.php #/p/29

12/06/2025

Plan your December outings with our events calendar. See holiday lights, parades and performances throughout Georgia, including Winter Wonderlights in Athens and Candlelight Tours in Chatsworth. Read more on page 10!
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/gemc/georgia_202512/index.php #/p/10

12/03/2025

The holidays have arrived in Georgia, and our December issue brings the cheer straight to your mailbox. Discover festive features that highlight communities, makers and traditions in Georgia. These pages are gilled with holiday markets, dazzling light displays, local gift ideas and cookie recipes to share with family and friends.

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11/29/2025

For Rockmart resident Dalton Ely, pinball isn’t just a pastime; it’s a passion. What started as a childhood hobby has turned into a professional pursuit, earning Ely recognition among the world’s top players. When he’s not competing, he teaches others through his Dalton’s Pinball School at Portal Pinball Arcade in Acworth. Read more in this month’s Georgians at Work.
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/gemc/georgia_202511/index.php #/p/28