Project 21: Container Mural and Fundraiser

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Written By North Georgia Live Steamers

As the railroad continues to see expansion and containers being placed on the property, we are working on improving the scenery around the railroad with container murals being painted on the side of our storage containers. If you are interested in helping complete this project, you can do so in a couple of different ways. The first is by donating your time to help with anything from preparation, buying supplies, or even a donation. The money raised will go towards the current container mural and future container murals already in the planning stage. Donations can be mailed to North Georgia Live Steamers, P.O. Box 1809, Conyers, GA 30012 or you can make a donation online.

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Container Mural #2 Proposal

The second container mural being proposed is based on this NYC photo. The idea is to make a couple of small adjustments including replacing New York Central on the tender and replace it with North Georgia Live Steamers as the road name. More planning is still needed but this is what is currently being discussed.

Project Progress

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An Almost Leftover Turkey Fun Run Day
An Almost Leftover Turkey Fun Run Day

The weather was beautiful but a little cold for most to come out and enjoy the railroad today but that didn’t stop John T. and a few others from bundling up and spending time at the railroad. John sent the following note and pictures showing the work he did on the container mural as well as installing some great looking signs at a few switches.

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Unplanned workday produce progress on several projects
Unplanned workday produce progress on several projects

A small work crew, which consisted of John T., Wes, Kenneth, and Norm, came out on Saturday along with a few who stopped by to say hello. The work crew started work on building out the last switch needed to connect the east end of the “Grandma Line” to the railroad.

Once this switch is complete and installed the last 80 or 90 feet of the “Grandma Line” can be connected completing another change to our mainline traffic. However, before this can be done, we will need to build a retaining wall most likely out of the cut container panels we have similar to what we did earlier this year near the Nicol bridge. With the installation of a new retaining wall, we will also need to bring in more dirt reduce the drop off on the east end of the “Grandma Line”.

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Grandma Line Project Explained
Grandma Line Project Explained

Here are some details regarding the Grandma Line portion of the project. The details are broken out in three pieces which includes two ends and the middle. Details below.

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On The Calendar
Clubhouse and Workshop Project Workday
Aug 22
Clubhouse and Workshop Project Workday

🚂 BIG NEWS, NGLS CREW! 🚂


The final push to finish our clubhouse and workshop is officially underway — and this is where you come in!

We’re launching a series of every‑other‑weekend workdays, giving everyone plenty of chances to jump in, lend a hand, learn something new, and be part of the team that brings this project across the finish line. This is one of the biggest upgrades in our club’s history, and we want as many members as possible to be part of it.

Whether you swing a hammer, paint a wall, move materials, or simply bring good energy — your help matters. Every workday gets us one step closer to celebrating a fully finished clubhouse and workshop at our October Fall Meet… and yes, we’re aiming to have it done this year 😉

Come out, get involved, make memories, and help build something the whole club will enjoy for years to come.
Let’s do this — together.

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Clubhouse and Workshop Project Workday
Sep 5
Clubhouse and Workshop Project Workday

🚂 BIG NEWS, NGLS CREW! 🚂


The final push to finish our clubhouse and workshop is officially underway — and this is where you come in!

We’re launching a series of every‑other‑weekend workdays, giving everyone plenty of chances to jump in, lend a hand, learn something new, and be part of the team that brings this project across the finish line. This is one of the biggest upgrades in our club’s history, and we want as many members as possible to be part of it.

Whether you swing a hammer, paint a wall, move materials, or simply bring good energy — your help matters. Every workday gets us one step closer to celebrating a fully finished clubhouse and workshop at our October Fall Meet… and yes, we’re aiming to have it done this year 😉

Come out, get involved, make memories, and help build something the whole club will enjoy for years to come.
Let’s do this — together.

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Annual Boiler Inspection - September 12, 2026, at 8:30 a.m.
Sep 19
Annual Boiler Inspection - September 12, 2026, at 8:30 a.m.

Annual Boiler Inspection as well as a club fun day is planned for Saturday, September 19, 2026.

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Mid-South Live Steamers Fall Meet
Sep 24
Mid-South Live Steamers Fall Meet

Join us for the Mid-South Live Steamers Spring Meet! The event will run from Thursday, April 30th, through Sunday, May 2nd, and we’re excited to welcome everyone for a great weekend on the rails.

For more information, contact MSLS by visiting their website- Contact the Club — Mid-South Live Steamers

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Club Meeting - October 3, 2026 at 11 a.m.
Oct 3
Club Meeting - October 3, 2026 at 11 a.m.

Our next club meeting of the year will be on Saturday, October 3, 2026 at the railroad just before our public run day.

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Train Rides on Saturday, October 3, 2026 from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Oct 3
Train Rides on Saturday, October 3, 2026 from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

North Georgia Live Steamers invite you and all those who love trains to come out and ride trains with us on Saturday, October 3rd from 1:00 - 4:30 p.m. We will be opening for our third public train ride day of the 2026 season and look forward to seeing you and all the different types of trains that will be operating on the Conyers & Hightower Trail Railroad.

Cost is $2 per person per ride on the railroad. Must be at least 18 months old or older. Sorry expectant mothers are not allowed to ride on the railroad. We do NOT accept debit/credit cards.

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Eagle Point Railroad - Fall Meet
Oct 15
Eagle Point Railroad - Fall Meet

Join us for the Eagle Point Railroad Fall Meet! The event will run from Thursday, October 15th through Sunday, October 18th, and we’re excited to welcome everyone for a great weekend on the rails.

If you plan to attend, please reach out to the railroad through their website: https://csme-eprr.com/

Be sure to complete the required waiver and bring a printed copy with you: https://csme-eprr.com/documents/csme-eprr.waiver.pdf

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6th Annual Fall Meet 2026 Details
Oct 15
6th Annual Fall Meet 2026 Details

Our 6th Annual NGLS Fall Meet will be held Thursday, October 15th through Sunday October 18th. Additional details about the event will follow but for now here is what we have so far. This event is NOT part of our Public Train Ride events and not open to the general public.

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Train Rides on Saturday, November 7, 2026 from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Nov 7
Train Rides on Saturday, November 7, 2026 from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

North Georgia Live Steamers invite you and all those who love trains to come out and ride trains with us on Saturday, November 7th from 1:00 - 4:30 p.m. We will be opening for our final public train ride day of the 2026 season and look forward to seeing you and all the different types of trains that will be operating on the Conyers & Hightower Trail Railroad.

Cost is $2 per person per ride on the railroad. Must be at least 18 months old or older. Sorry expectant mothers are not allowed to ride on the railroad. We do NOT accept debit/credit cards.

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Leftover Turkey Club Fun Run (Private Event)
Nov 28
Leftover Turkey Club Fun Run (Private Event)

NGLS club members are you looking to get rid of the leftover turkey and trimmings on Saturday, November 28th. Come out for a club fun run day at the railroad. Bring friends, family, and bring the leftovers to share.

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Christmas Party and Club Meeting (Private Event)
Dec 5
Christmas Party and Club Meeting (Private Event)

Our regularly scheduled Club Meeting and annual Christmas Party will be on Saturday, December 5th. The plan is to have lunch, meeting, and White Elephant raffle from 1 to 4 p.m. Additional details will be provided as we get closer. As a reminder we will be taking nominations for the 2027 board during the meeting.

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Start the New Year off with a little fun. Club fun day on Friday, January 1, 2027
Jan 1
Start the New Year off with a little fun. Club fun day on Friday, January 1, 2027

Continue the tradition of starting out the New Year with getting the family, friends, and don’t forget the train out and play for the day.

This event is open to club members, others in the live steam hobby, and invited guests.

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A big shout out to our membership for making Saturday’s run day a success
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Another great day of operation during our May 18th public run day event