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Michele LeBlanc

Michele LeBlanc

A retired executive recruiter and Canada native made her way to Statesboro to be closer to her daughter and son in law Kirsten and Steven Patterson and twin grandsons Blake and Heath. Even though she has been here for a decade, she remains fascinated by Southern culture. She loves being active, challenged and sharing local only secrets of her southern hometown, Statesboro, GA.

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912-489-3912
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Recent Work by Michele

GS Performing Arts Center welcomes a full house for the Three Little Pigs

GS Performing Arts Center welcomes a full house for the Three Little Pigs

Guilty or not guilty? The Performing Arts Center at Georgia Southern University recently welcomed a sold out crowd to help answer that question for the Big Bad Wolf at its matinee showing of The True Story of the 3 Little Pigs!
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Trish and Randy Morton share their sweet story of farming sugarcane (and a recipe!)

Trish and Randy Morton share their sweet story of farming sugarcane (and a recipe!)

The Mortons live and work on a 65-acre Centennial Farm in Bulloch County, carrying on the tradition of growing sugarcane and making syrup that was started by Trish's dad, Lannie Lee. They recently presented at the Botanic Garden's Gather & Grow series and offered a taste of all the ways you can enjoy this liquid gold.
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Fiestaware: A bright, bold, and historically significant part of the American dinner table

Fiestaware: A bright, bold, and historically significant part of the American dinner table

Dr. Michael Van Wagenen from the history department at Georgia Southern presented at October's meeting of the Bulloch County Historical Society. With a colorful display of the ever-popular Fiesta dinnerware, he explained how it ties back to the golden era of the relationship between the US and Mexico.
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The show must go on! Averitt Center for the Arts celebrates 20 years with a Broadway revue

The show must go on! Averitt Center for the Arts celebrates 20 years with a Broadway revue

In spite of Hurricane Helene's visit to Statesboro, the staff, board, performers, and supporters of the Averitt Center for the Arts came together on September 28 to celebrate this downtown gem's 20th anniversary. The evening was full of musical hits, delicious food, and reflection on what the Averitt means to our community.
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GALLERY | EGRMC's Halloween Family Fest brings smiles to staff and their families

GALLERY | EGRMC's Halloween Family Fest brings smiles to staff and their families

Last week, East Georgia Regional Medical Center hosted its fourth annual Halloween Family Fest for its employees and their families. These dedicated professionals who help keep our community healthy were treated to an evening of Halloween-themed fun, complete with candy, confections, costumes, and a pumpkin carving contest.
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Telling the Salzburgers' Story: BCHS speaker highlights legacy of local families

Telling the Salzburgers' Story: BCHS speaker highlights legacy of local families

Georgia Salzburger Society Vice President Erika Bragg spoke to the Bulloch County Historical Society last month about the resilient and entrepreneurial families who left Salzburg, Austria in the 1700s and made their home in what is now Effingham County. Many Bulloch Countians are descendants of this group.
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World Arthritis Day: Seniors at The Gardens flex, stretch, and conquer the battle of living with arthritis

World Arthritis Day: Seniors at The Gardens flex, stretch, and conquer the battle of living with arthritis

In honor of World Arthritis Day, Gracen Hitchens, an occupational therapist from The Therapy SPOT, and Cindy Carter, activity coordinator at The Gardens Senior Living, recently teamed up to provide senior residents with useful tips and exercises for managing their arthritis aches and pains.
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'Forever Young' at the fair: Senior Night was fun for all

'Forever Young' at the fair: Senior Night was fun for all

Senior Night at the fair gave the "young at heart" an extra-special night of fun and fair festivities. Read on for this year's must-sees and tips for a great visit! Saturday is the final day of the fair!
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Former educators from Willow Pond treat SHS teachers to a sweet surprise

Former educators from Willow Pond treat SHS teachers to a sweet surprise

National Good Neighbor Day, celebrated on the third Sunday of September, is a time to strengthen community bonds and recognize the “professional neighbors” who positively impact our lives. As part of this year's observance, retired educators and other good neighbors at Willow Pond Senior Center showed appreciation to local teachers with a heartfelt cookie party.
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Southern Manor seniors share smiles and treats with linemen in Metter and Statesboro

Southern Manor seniors share smiles and treats with linemen in Metter and Statesboro

Residents of Southern Manor Senior Living in Statesboro and Candler-Metter recently united to show appreciation for the dedicated linemen who restored power after a storm, preparing and delivering 100 gift bags filled with snacks and heartfelt messages of gratitude.
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