Two annual Northeast Georgia events drew hundreds to Clarkesville and Gainesville over the weekend.
The annual Taste of Clarkesville was held Saturday on the Clarkesville Square with a variety of food vendors, wine tastings, entertainment and an antique and specialty car cruise-in.
On Sunday, Interactive Neighborhood for Kids (INK) in Gainesville held its annual Personal and Family Preparedness Fair featuring representatives of area public safety and response agencies and free museum admission.

Hundreds fill the Clarkesville Square to sample food and beverages from local eateries during the annual Taste of Clarkesville.

The staff of Fourth Quarter Bar & Grill serves up lemonade in the Saturday afternoon heat.

A & E Grill rolls out and sells out of its new barbecue prepared by Phillip Kimbrell, shown here with owner Tonya Elrod and Habersham Central High School culinary student Angelina.

The staff of Chicago's Pizza in Demorest serves up food to waiting customers.

Dairy Queen of Clarkesville prepares to serve up cool treats to Taste of Clarkesville visitors.

Singer/songwriter Alan Baker, seated, and mandolin player Blake Young serve up smiles to those attending Taste of Clarkesville.

A representative of Yonah Mountain Vineyards serves up some of the vineyard's product.

Representatives of The Salvation Army Emergency Disaster Services from Gainesville pass out snacks to those attending the Personal and Family Preparedness Fair at Interactive Neighborhood for Kids.

District 2 Public Health officials offer a look inside their mobile command post.

Northeast Georgia Health System displays its Emergency Preparedness unit.

Georgia Baptist Convention Disaster Response volunteers demonstrate their proficiency with chainsaws.

Children quickly exit the Gainesville Fire Department fire safety house.

Defensive Specialties representatives pass out information to those attending Sunday's event at INK.
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