The Atlanta Traveler went to Plains, GA over the weekend for the annual Peanut Festival. Highlights of the event included a book signing for both President Jimmy Carter and his wife Mrs. Rosalyn Carter whose hometown (and current residence) is Plains. I stood in line under the scorching heat for over an hour to get my book signed. Politics aside, how many times does one get an opportunity to be thisclose to a president, former or current?

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Peanuts are an important commodity in Georgia which is responsible for a $2.0 billion industry.  Georgia’s climate and unique soil make it feasible to grow high-quality peanuts.   A few facts about Georgia peanuts from the Georgia Peanut Commission:

• Georgia produces 45% of the United States’ peanuts.
• Over 80 counties in Georgia produced 1,511,655,000 lbs. Of peanuts in 2003.
• Georgia has 14,160 farms with peanuts and over 4,800 active farms.
• Georgia has approximately 250 peanut related businesses.
• The peanut industry contributes more than 50,000 jobs in Georgia.

The Peanut Festival promises a fun weekend with lots of activities in store for everyone.  There will be a fun run/road race, arts and crafts, a parade, a Peanut Pavillion, live entertainment, train rides, and many more.  The highlight of the weekend is a book signing by both President Jimmy Carter and his wife Mrs. Rosalyn Carter.  The book signing is scheduled for Saturday, September 22 at 1:30PM at the City Hall for President Carter, and at the Plains Inns & Antiques for Mrs. Carter.  See you there!

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