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Athens: Life Unleashedhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14628656965846529777noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9071717791675781078.post-60383577715142739482013-12-16T10:22:00.000-05:002013-12-16T10:22:00.241-05:00New Year's Eve in AthensIt's almost time to bid adieu to our good friend 2013. We've had some good times, but we're moving on to something bigger and better... 2014! <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/things-to-do/events/?e_ViewBy=search&e_submit=1&e_sortBy=eventName&e_pagesize=25&e_catID=0&e_sDate=12-31-2013&e_eDate=12-31-2013&e_keyword=&e_submitBtn=GO">New Year's Eve</a> plans are of the utmost importance because how you spend that night is said to be how you'll spend the rest of the next year. No one knows how to party better than Athens, Georgia, and with so many parties to choose from, they've got you covered for December 31st. So pop open that bottle of champagne, start belting out the lines of "Auld Lang Syne," and get on down to Athens to ring in the New Year in style!<br />
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Forget about stressing over your New Year's Eve plans! Spend your night dancing away at <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=567&menuID=0&hit=1">The Melting Point</a>, and you won't have to worry about a thing because <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=14&menuID=0&hit=1">Foundry Park Inn & Spa</a> has it all covered with <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=14491">New Year's Eve's biggest bash</a>. They're offering two <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/coupons/?action=details&couponID=39">special packages</a>, beginning at just $199! Enjoy a night of live music with The Swingin' Medallions, including dinner package options, champagne at midnight, and the area's largest balloon drop. </div>
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If you're looking for a good time this New Year's Eve, look no further than <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=9757">Hotel Indigo's party in the the Rialto Room</a>. <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=21&menuID=0&hit=1">The Hotel Indigo</a> will be offering a <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/coupons/?action=details&couponID=51">special NYE package</a> including a one-night stay in a luxurious room, two tickets to the exclusive party in the <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=572&menuID=0&hit=1">Rialto Room</a>, and champagne at midnight! Athens' own band, The Highballs, will be rocking the stage all night to make sure no one forgets their last moments of 2013!<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06159479166767052638noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9071717791675781078.post-84438978283263000832013-12-05T10:07:00.004-05:002013-12-05T10:07:36.619-05:00Athens This Weekend: December 6 - 8The holiday season is upon us in <a href="http://visitathensga.com/"><span style="color: #cc0000;">Athens, Georgia</span></a>! No other city can help get you into the spirit better than the Classic City. With music, theatre, and food, there are so many different ways to have a good time while still being able to spread a little holiday cheer. Plan your Georgia holiday getaway to Athens, GA today!<br />
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If you're a fan of the book that's been flying off the shelves, you're going to love what's coming to <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=597&menuID=0&hit=1"><span style="color: red;">The Classic Center</span></a> Friday December 6th at 8 p.m. <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=14127"><span style="color: red;">50 Shades! The Musical</span></a> is a hilarious parody of the 50 Shades of Grey phenomenon. A sexy and hysterical musical romp, this is the show everyone is going to be talking about so grab your tickets now! It's going to be a night of music, dancing, and lots of laughs... what more could you possibly want?!</div>
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The State Botanical Garden of Georgia's Annual <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=14593"><span style="color: red;">Holiday Open House</span></a> is here and it's sure to kick start your holiday season into high gear! Come on out to the <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=201&menuID=0&hit=1"><span style="color: red;">Botanical Garden</span></a> on Sunday from 2 - 5 p.m. and experience the tropical conservatory all decked out in festival decorations. Great family Christmas photo opp! Live music will be performed by the Georgia Children's Chorus, Solstice Sisters, and Classic City Band. There will be three puppet shows in the Children's Classroom. And that's all not even mentioning that Mr. and Mrs. Claus will be there to take pictures with the children and chat about their Christmas wishes. It's going to be a very special day, one that you and your family are sure to add to your holiday traditions!</div>
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Come celebrate everyone's favorite time of year in the greatest city in the world! Nobody can do holidays better than Athens, Georgia. These aren't the only events going on this weekend, either. For a complete look at everything going on in the Classic City this season, and to see great overnight packages for The Nutcracker and New Year's Eve, check out <a href="http://visitathensga.com/holiday"><span style="color: red;">www.VisitAthensGA.com/holiday</span></a>. </div>
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Museum Mile Tour will transport participants to Christmases past with a focus
on Southern holiday traditions spanning the 19th Century in Athens, Georgia. </span></div>
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Junior League of Athens at the Taylor-Grady House, and culminates with a
glorious Victorian Christmas at the Ware-Lyndon House. </span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">During this festive
tour of four house museums, participants will experience music, theatre, and
delicious fun, along with an opportunity to learn more about the </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Federal, Greek
Revival, and Victorian </span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">periods
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depart by bus on Saturday, December 14, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Tickets are $25 each
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Kick off Christmas at The Classic Center with the Festival of Trees. There will be an opening reception on December 13th at 6:30 p.m. where guests will be treated to delicious hors d’oeuvres, dessert and drinks. The silent auction for the 50 decorated Christmas trees featured in the Festival will be open exclusively to guests of the reception. Proceeds from the auctioned trees will benefit Extra Special People, a local nonprofit that empowers children with developmental disabilities. Tickets to the opening reception are $20. </div>
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Christmas at The Classic Center is so special that even Santa Claus himself is taking time from his busy, busy schedule to make several appearances. On Saturday December 14th and 21st, come to <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=177&menuID=0&hit=1">The Classic Center</a> <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 18px;">to have a special breakfast with jolly ole Saint Nick! While at the festival he'll also be taking pictures, with photos available for purchase. Tickets to share a meal with Kris Kringle are only $20 and it includes general admission to the festival plus a complimentary photo with Santa. Not to mention, it's sure to bring a smile to all the little ones' faces!</span><br />
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It's time to deck the halls of the Classic City because everyone's favorite time of year is fast approaching... the holiday season! Nobody does winter holidays better than <a href="http://visitathensga.com/">Athens, Georgia</a>. The reason for the season is family and with SO much going on in December, you are certain to find something festive and fun that you and all your loved ones can enjoy. With "The Nutcracker" and ice skating in addition to returning favorites such as the parade and holiday markets, this year is the perfect opportunity to take a break and make a Georgia getaway to Athens this Christmas season.</div>
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For the first time ever in <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=597&menuID=0&hit=1">The Classic Center Theatre</a>, audiences will be able to celebrate the season with a very special version of the Second Thursday Concert Series. The <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=13866">University of Georgia's Holiday Concert</a> brings together the UGA Symphony Orchestra, Hodgson Singers, and University Chorus for a night of holiday music magic. Come and enjoy this unique community tradition on December 3 at 8 p.m. Tickets are $25. More information can be found <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=13866">here</a>!<br />
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It wouldn't be Christmas in Athens, Georgia without the <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=10434">Parade of Lights</a>. This popular annual event allows spectators the opportunity to view an evening parade and to enjoy the festive atmosphere of Downtown Athens while it is all decorated for the holiday season. This year's theme, the "Sounds of Christmas," will have Christmas cheer ringing through the Classic City on December 5. The parade begins at 7 p.m. at the corner of Dougherty and Pulaski Street and ends an hour later in front of City Hall. The traditional tree lighting ceremony, hosted by Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus, will follow. Kick off the 2013 holiday season in classic Athens style and don't miss the chance to see your favorite city lit up like a tree, a Christmas tree that is. </div>
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Athens is well-known for its art scene, making holiday artist markets and special events the perfect opportunity to find one-of-a-kind gifts. This year the Indie South Fair (formerly Athens Indie Craftstravaganzaa) is expanding to a 2-day festival. The <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=13204">Holiday Hooray!</a> on December 7th & 8th brings an eclectic selection of emerging artists and crafters from the South and beyond to downtown Athens. If you're an artist, the fair provides a venue for you to directly connect with the community in a street-fair atmosphere that is always free and open to everyone. So whether you're looking to share your craft or shop for loved ones, the Holiday Hooray! is a seasonal experience everyone should have. More information about the fair is available <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=13204">here</a>.<br />
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The holiday season is all about the spirit of giving. Rather than racking your brain for the perfect gift for that special somebody, head on over to <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=14497">Handmade for the Holidays: Athens Artist Market</a> at The Classic Center. With 60 local artists displaying their unique, one-of-a-kind crafts, you're sure to find something for everyone on your shopping list. With everything from pottery and paintings, to jewelry and skincare, no one will be leaving empty-handed! Handmade for the Holidays will be at The Classic Center December 14 from noon - 8 p.m., and December 15 from noon - 6 p.m. There are even more shopping opportunities in Athens, including the <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=291&menuID=0&hit=1">Lyndon House Arts Center</a>'s <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=14421">Deck the Walls Holiday Shop</a> and <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=565&menuID=0&hit=1">Heirloom Café</a>'s <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=14587">Holiday Market</a>.<br />
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Allow yourself to be transported to Christmases past. On December 14, the <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/things-to-do/attractions/historic-house-museums/">Athens Historic House Museum Association</a> will host the <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=14369">Holiday Spirits Museum Mile Tour</a> which will focus on period holiday traditions spanning the 19th century by exploring four unique historic houses from the Federal, Greek Revival, and Victorian periods. The tour will culminate with a glorious Victorian Christmas at the <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=229&menuID=0&hit=1">Ware-Lyndon House</a>. The tour begins at 2 p.m. and tickets are $25. Make your reservations today by calling 706-353-1820. </div>
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No holiday season would be complete without the twinkle of Christmas lights. From December 12 - 21st, the <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=259&menuID=0&hit=1">Athens-Clarke County Leisure Services Department</a> will host <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=14424">Deck the Hollow Holiday Lights</a> at <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=190&menuID=0&hit=1">Bear Hollow Zoo</a>. Everyone is invited to celebrate the holiday in lights from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. nightly. Other festive activities will include live music, animal encounters, and photo opportunities in the zoo illuminated by lights. Admission is $2 per person, free for ages 2 and under. More information can be found <span style="color: #cc0000;"><a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=14424">here</a></span>.</div>
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From December 14 - 22, <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=14384">Christmas at The Classic Center</a> will transform the Grand Hall into a winter wonderland complete with a series of ongoing events including a festival of trees, ice skating, pictures with Santa, and more. Bring your family and y'all can enjoy a special breakfast with Santa and other holiday characters on Saturday December 14 or December 21 at 9 a.m. In Santa's workshop, the kiddos will be able to decorate cookies and create holiday crafts. Other highlights of the festival include professional gingerbread houses on display, local choral group performances, and holiday story and movie time. Additional information can be found <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=14384">here</a> or by calling 706-357-4444.<br />
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For generations, no other holiday activity has represented the spirit of Christmas as memorably as a family outing to see "The Nutcracker." This holiday season, <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=177&menuID=0&hit=1">The Classic Center</a> will host <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=13826">State Ballet Theatre of Russia's "The Nutcracker"</a> for three special performances. On December 21-22, the magic of Christmas will come alive as audiences enjoy the spectacular sets, beautiful costumes, and enchanting choreography. You have three chances to catch this holiday classic come to life: Saturday at 3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., and Sunday at 3 p.m. What would Christmas be without "Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy?" Don't miss out this year! Ticketing information can be found at <span style="color: #cc0000;"><a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=13826">here</a></span>. Overnight packages including tickets to see "The Nutcracker" are available for December 21st.<br />
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The year is almost over and 2014 is on its way! Finding the perfect plans for <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/things-to-do/events/?e_ViewBy=search&e_submit=1&e_sortBy=eventName&e_pagesize=25&e_catID=0&e_sDate=12-31-2013&e_eDate=01-01-2014&e_keyword=new+year&e_submitBtn=GO">New Year's Eve</a> can be really stressful, so take a load off and come to the <a href="http://visitathensga.com/">Classic City</a>. With tons of live music all around town and several hotels offering <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/shopping/special-offers/">special holiday packages</a>, Athens has all you need to ring in the New Year just right! </div>
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The holidays will be over before you know it; try to soak up all the end of the year activities while you still can! Grab some hot cocoa and all your loved ones, and make some lasting memories during the most wonderful time of the year in the most wonderful city of all: <a href="http://visitathensga.com/">Athens, Georgia</a>! The Athens Convention & Visitors Bureau is here to help you while you plan your holiday visit to Athens. Visit them at <a href="http://visitathensga.com/"><span style="color: #cc0000;">visitathensga.com</span></a> or call them at 706-357-4430 for information. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! </div>
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If you're aching for the days of Journey and Michael Jackson, this is the event for you. <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=14538">Totally '80s live with The Highballs</a> is coming back to the <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=38&menuID=0&hit=1">Melting Point</a> for a show that will transport you back to the days of permed hair, neon spandex, and music that made you think you could moon walk. It's definitely something you're not going to want to miss, so check them out this Friday night at 9 p.m. Doors open at 6 for dinner and drinks. <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=14538">Tickets</a> are $10 in advance and $13 the day of the show.<br />
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It's time to say goodbye... to <a href="http://visitathensga.com/football">UGA football</a> for the 2013 season and to longtime quarterback Aaron Murray. Come on out to Sanford Stadium <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=13003">this Saturday</a> to watch the Dawgs take on SEC rival Kentucky, to celebrate all the good times this year, and to thank Aaron for his hard work during his tenure at UGA. As if you needed any more incentive, it's finally going to be a <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=13003">home night game</a> (7 p.m. to be exact)! Don't miss your chance to say goodbye, until next year that is! <span class="fullpost">
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No perfect Athens weekend would be complete without live music at the <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=408&menuID=0&hit=1">Georgia Theatre</a>. This Saturday, the <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=14446">Cosmic Charlies </a>are taking the stage for an unforgettable night. <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=14446">Dark Side of the Dead</a> is an inventive performance of the entire Pink Floyd classic, <u>Dark Side of the Moon</u> album, with an infusion of Grateful Dead, complete with backup singers and saxophones. Doors open at 10 p.m. and the show begins after the game. Grab your <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=14446">tickets</a> now!</div>
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With ONE more football game left to take place between our beloved hedges this year, you need to be making your plans now to make this Saturday in Athens your best one yet! For all things UGA football related, including tips on where to stay, park, and eat, check out <a href="http://visitathensga.com/football"><span style="color: #cc0000;">visitathensga.com/football</span></a>. And don't forget to look at the <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/things-to-do/events/?e_ViewBy=search&e_submit=1&e_sortBy=eventName&e_pagesize=25&e_catID=0&e_sDate=11-22-2013&e_eDate=11-24-2013&e_keyword=&e_submitBtn=GO">calendar</a> if you want to see all the other fun things going on this weekend in Athens, Georgia.</div>
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If you've been missing the <a href="http://visitathensga.com/">Classic City</a>, this weekend is the one to remedy that. Come experience a <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/things-to-do/events/?e_ViewBy=search&e_submit=1&e_sortBy=eventName&e_pagesize=25&e_catID=0&e_sDate=11-08-2013&e_eDate=11-10-2013&e_keyword=&e_submitBtn=GO">weekend</a> with all the Athens essentials: culture, live music, and of course, UGA Football. Homecoming weekend, even! No matter what you're looking for, there are enough fun things going on this weekend in Athens, Georgia, to satisfy the whole family. </div>
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No perfect Athens weekend is complete without some live music at the <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=408&menuID=0&hit=1">Georgia Theatre</a>. After the game on Saturday, come celebrate the win with a night of rowdy fun. 106.1 WNGC welcomes the <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=14431">Randy Rogers Band</a> to the legendary Athens venue, along with Wade Bowen and Bobby Compton with a full night of music. Doors open at 8 p.m., Compton at 9 p.m., Bowen at 9:45 p.m., and Randy Rogers takes the stage 11:05 p.m. More information on the show can be found <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=14431">here</a>. </div>
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There are only two more home UGA football games left for the 2013 season. Before we say goodbye to football Saturdays in Athens for the year, make sure you don't miss out on any match up between the hedges. For all things UGA football related, including where to stay, eat, and park, check out <a href="http://visitathensga.com/football">visitathensga.com/football</a>. </div>
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These aren't the only events going on this weekend in the Classic City. For a complete list of everything going on around town, browse through the <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/things-to-do/events/?e_ViewBy=search&e_submit=1&e_sortBy=eventName&e_pagesize=25&e_catID=0&e_sDate=11-08-2013&e_eDate=11-10-2013&e_keyword=&e_submitBtn=GO">calender</a> and you'll be sure to not miss out on anything. Have a great, safe weekend and GO DAWGS!</div>
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It's time to celebrate the arts! Starting next week, the UGA Arts Council will host a special event at the University of Georgia. The 2013 <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=12725">Spotlight on the Arts Festival</a> is bringing over 50 events to the Athens area from November 7 - 15. Each day of the nine-day festival will feature a wide selection of performances, exhibitions, literary events, films, discussions on the arts and so much more! Events will be going on continuously throughout the festival, and with so many different arts on display there is sure to be something to suit every taste! Check out the festival <a href="http://arts.uga.edu/about/schedule/">schedule</a> for a complete list of events, times, and additional information.<br />
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Kicking off the Spotlight on the Arts Festival on November 7th, audiences are in for quite a treat when the comedy show, <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=13638">Two Man Group</a>, comes to <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=597&menuID=0&hit=1">The Classic Center</a>. Fans of the Emmy-nominated improvisational comedy show Whose Line Is It Anyway? will be able to witness first-hand the amazing improv abilities of two of its stars, Colin Mocherie and Brad Sherwood. Seize the opportunity to enjoy the hilarity of the acclaimed comedy duo! The show begins at 8 p.m. and is a ticketed event. </div>
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The University Theatre's production of <i><a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/search/?searchString=pride+and+prejudice&submitSearch=">Pride and Prejudice</a></i> was first performed at the University in 1941, when the <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=251&menuID=0&hit=1">Fine Arts Building</a> hosted a five-day festival. <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=12725">Spotlight on the Arts</a>, almost twice that long, is offering several additional performances of Jane Austen's famous novel. Opening night of the play is November 7th at 8 p.m., and then additional performances will take place on November 8th, 10th, and 13-15th. Don't miss out on seeing this beautiful take on the literary masterpiece in the <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=251&menuID=0&hit=1">UGA Fine Arts Theatre</a>! Check the Spotlight on the Arts <a href="http://arts.uga.edu/about/schedule/">schedule</a> for times and information on how to get tickets. </div>
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Come watch as UGA Opera Theatre joins forces with the Symphony Orchestra led by Mark Cedel to catch the beautiful concert version of <i><a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/search/?searchString=Carmen&submitSearch=">Carmen</a></i>. Under the direction of Frederick Burchinal, audiences will have two nights to watch as Bizet's masterpiece is brought to vibrant life. An open dress rehearsal will be hosted, for a discounted price, on November 13th, with the full concert version performance on November 14th. Both nights are ticketed events and prices and times can be found <a href="http://arts.uga.edu/about/schedule/">here</a>. </div>
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On November 15th, audiences are in for a treat as Emmy- and Tony-award winning actor Hal Holbrook brings his long-running one-man show <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=13641">Mark Twain Tonight!</a> to the stage at the <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=250&menuID=0&hit=1">UGA Performing Arts Center</a>. For nearly 50 years, the Oscar-nominee has been highlighting the unique humor and wit of the American icon Mark Twain, and is now gracing the stage and closing out the last night of the festival. This special performance begins at 8 p.m. and is a ticketed event. </div>
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Tickets for the ticketed events are available through the <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=250&menuID=0&hit=1">UGA Performing Arts Center</a> and can by found at <a href="http://pac.uga.edu/">pac.uga.edu</a>, or through calling the box office at 706-542-4400. UGA students receive discounts for most ticketed events, and many free events and activities will be offered throughout the festival. </div>
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The Athens Convention and Visitors Bureau is your source for all events going on in the Athens area. For more information on the Spotlight on the Arts Festival, or any other fall events, check out <a href="http://visitathensga.com/"><span style="color: #cc0000;">visitathensga.com</span></a>. </div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06159479166767052638noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9071717791675781078.post-26223517516970058472013-10-23T13:15:00.000-04:002013-10-23T13:15:00.036-04:00Athens This Weekend: October 25 - 27The month of October has flown by and its last weekend is already approaching. <a href="http://visitathensga.com/">Athens, Georgia</a> has all you could ever need to soak up the last days before November. Halloween festivities will be in full swing this weekend. If you're looking to drink at historic pubs, experience all the local arts, or join the wildest Halloween party in all of Georgia, there's no excuse to sit at home this weekend. Come visit the Classic City and experience a weekend you're sure to never forget!<br />
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This Friday, the <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=213&menuID=0&hit=1">Athens Clarke Heritage Foundation</a> will hold the <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=14281">4th Annual Historic Pub Crawl</a>. The Pub Crawl is the perfect opportunity to check out Athens' renowned hot spots. Even club veterans will learn new details and behind the scenes stories from their favorites. Crawlers will visit several local and historic watering holes. They'll also enjoy a sample of Terrapin beer at each stop, as well as receiving samples of appetizers, a custom Pub Crawl t-shirt, and a downtown parking voucher. The crawl lasts from 6 - 10 p.m. and space is limited so make your reservations now to ensure a spot! </div>
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Summer may be long gone, but festival season is ripe for the picking! This Saturday from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., come out to <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=291&menuID=0&hit=1">Lyndon House Arts Center</a> for the <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=12373">Lickskillet Artists Market</a>. This unique indoor/outdoor festival will host more than 50 artist booths, including hands-on activities perfect for families and performances by several local musicians. There will also be tours of the <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=229&menuID=0&hit=1">Ware-Lyndon House</a>, live art demonstrations by area-artists, and food vendors. The market will take place rain or shine; plus it's FREE and open to all ages so there's really no reason not to come check it out! </div>
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It's finally here! The Halloween event of the year, the <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=12506">Wild Rumpus Parade</a>, is this Saturday at 7 p.m. Come express your inner creative spirit by dressing up in costume and marching solo or in a themed brigade. Along with the traditional mayhem in the streets, this year will be bringing all new features such as an outdoor stage from 8 - 9 p.m. and all sorts of daytime activities for the kids i.e. a Monster Mash rock show from 2 - 4 p.m., Halloween crafts, a Haunted House, and more! Athens' craziest Halloween party all ends with a wild bash at the <a href="http://www.40watt.com/">40 Watt Club</a> at 9 p.m., featuring performances by several local musicians. This event isn't for the faint at heart, so this Saturday be ready to get WILD! For more information, such as the parade route or schedule details, check out <a href="http://www.wildrumpus.org/"><span style="color: #cc0000;">www.wildrumpus.org</span></a>.</div>
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With only two more home <a href="http://visitathensga.com/football">UGA football</a> games left, there's not a lot of time left to soak up all the magic between the hedges. The <a href="http://visitathensga.com/">Athens Convention and Visitors Bureau</a> has all the assistance you need to plan your football weekend visit to Athens. For all things UGA football related, including tips on where to stay, eat, or park, check out <a href="http://visitathensga.com/football">visitathensga.com/football</a>.</div>
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Looking for an amazingly interactive Halloween activity in one of America’s
most exciting college towns? In the style of Burning Man or the Oregon Country
Fair, <a href="http://visitathensga.com/"><span style="color: #0563c1;">Athens, Ga</span></a> hosts their own
explosion of creative energy: the <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=12506"><span style="color: #0563c1;">Wild
Rumpus Parade and Spectacle</span></a>. On October 26, 2013, thousands of
creatively-costumed revelers will march their way through Downtown Athens. Last
year saw nearly 3,000 people flood the streets of the Classic City and 2013
aims to see even more. The parade is FREE for both spectators and participants,
so start planning your costume and head to Athens to enjoy the festivities!<br />
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While last year's Wild Rumpus parade was focused on howling at the moon,
this year's theme aims even bigger with "RAWR ~ A Tribute to the
Sun." With a focus on Leo and the Sun, downtown Athens will be set ablaze
on October 26th as the pinnacle Halloween event to let loose this <span class="rumpuschancery1">bubbling stew of artistic self-expression, costuming, and
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One unique aspect of the Wild Rumpus is that it encourages creativity and
group spirit. Attendees can opt to walk alone, in pairs, or small groups. Or
even better . . . you can choose to form your own themed brigade with friends,
or even join an existing brigade. Examples of past brigades include Leather and
Lace, Dead and Famous, Zombies, Belly-dancers, even Disney characters.
Basically if you can theme it, you can form it! Let your creativity shine
through like the Sun! Floats, banners, performances, and music are all welcome.
Those wanting to walk in the parade MUST be dressed in costume, so don't forget
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This year’s 5th anniversary of the Wild Rumpus brings with it many exciting <b>new
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outdoor stage at the end of the parade route will host even more live, local
music. There will also be many new daytime activities aimed at including the
younger crowd into the festivities. For the first time ever, kids can look
forward to a "Monster Mash" party, complete with <span class="usercontent"><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;">musical acts,
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Top off the evening with a concert at the world-famous, fabulous <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=388&menuID=0&hit=1"><span style="color: #0563c1;">40
Watt Club</span></a>. The after-party extravaganza, for those 18+, will feature local
bands Ghost Owl, Space Trucks, and Wild Rumpus master of ceremonies Timi Conley
with <a href="http://kitetothemoon.com/"><span style="color: #0563c1;">Kite to the Moon</span></a>. Tickets are $12
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The 5th incarnation of the Wild Rumpus Parade is sure to be unlike any
other. With many new activities for children, this year aims to get the entire
family involved. Whether you want to dress up on your own, in a brigade, or
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participation guidelines and to register if you plan to enter a float or
vehicle. Then, plan to meet at the corner of Clayton St. and Pulaski St.
in downtown Athens at 7:00 p.m. The parade will begin at 7:30.<br />
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on in Athens, Georgia this Halloween. For a complete list of events, travel
information, and everything else Athens-related, check out </span><a href="http://visitathensga.com/" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="color: #0563c1;">VisitAthensGa.com</span></a><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">.</span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06159479166767052638noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9071717791675781078.post-47530054918942352872013-10-18T15:19:00.000-04:002013-10-18T15:19:00.280-04:00Halloween in Athens, GaHalloween is always an exciting time of year no matter where you are, but to do Halloween in <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/">Athens, Georgia</a> is to do it right. Whether you're looking to party, hear ghost stories, or spend a fun evening with your family, the Classic City has got you covered. Don't wait until the 31st -- this year, Athens has more than enough reasons to celebrate Halloween all <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/things-to-do/events/?e_ViewBy=search&e_submit=1&e_sortBy=eventName&e_pagesize=25&e_catID=0&e_sDate=10-01-2013&e_eDate=10-31-2013&e_keyword=&e_submitBtn=GO">month</a> long.<br />
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Fall is finally here ladies and gentlemen, and in Athens, Georgia that means the celebration lasts all season long. If you're looking for some wholesome, fall family fun, then head over to the five-acre <a href="http://www.athenscornmaze.com/">Athens Corn Maze</a> which is open Thursday - Sunday through November 2nd. Contrary to its name, the corn maze is more than just that. In addition to the Corn Maze, you and your friends can enjoy a "Hey Hey Heyride," pony rides, and farm animals. There's also the Corn Box filled with freshly shelled corn, which offers a seasonal alternative to a sandbox for children (or adults!) to play in. There's no better way to spend your autumn day than lost in a sea of corn with all your friends. You can come visit Thursday - Friday 5 p.m. - 10 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. - 10 p.m., and Sunday 1 p.m. - 10 p.m. Admission to the Corn Maze is $10 per person and free for children under 3 years of age.<br />
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Looking for some wholesome fun for the kiddo's this Halloween? Come on out to the famous <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=388&menuID=0&hit=1">40 Watt Club</a>. They'll be hosting a <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=14118">Halloween Kids Dance Party</a> with theatrical kids band <a href="https://www.facebook.com/PartyTimeLikeTotally">Like Totally!</a> on Saturday October 19th. All guests, including parents, are encouraged to dress up as there will be a costume contest during the show. As an added treat, Like Totally! will be debuting their new single and music video "Veggie Wrap." There will be snacks and juice boxes for the kids, as well as a bar for those of age. Doors open at 2 p.m., the show starts at 3 p.m. Tickets are only $5. Check out <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001I0xvh4-RCyPCk_o-Pyw9vBEH-yIHplVdyQHE0uiLwcqLdq2b2hzHzzzlX0Zs26PAfG8z1doXkRw_DsHtiYzDDrs7OBCKxRzmYNW7UoOFiOw=">www.40watt.com</a> for more information.<br />
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No talk of Halloween in Athens would be complete without mention of the <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=12506">Wild Rumpus Parade</a>. October 26, 2013 marks the 5th year anniversary of this crazy event where thousands of people dress up and march around downtown Athens, Ga. It's the Classic City's take on similar events like Burning Man or The Oregon Country Fair, except with many of its own unique twists. The Wild Rumpus Parade offers the opportunity to form brigades with friends, all dressed in a themed costume, or you can join an already existing group and make new friends as y'all march through downtown together. The creative energy of Athens is never more evident than during the Wild Rumpus. The night concludes with a wild party at the famous <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=388&menuID=0&hit=1">40 Watt Club</a> featuring local bands Ghost Owl, Space Trucks, and Timi and Kite to the Moon. Those who attended last year will remember howling at the moon, but this year's theme goes in the opposite direction with "RAWR ~ A Tribute to the Sun!" Along with a new theme, the Wild Rumpus will be featuring all new daytime events for families and kids of all ages! Kids can enjoy a brand new "Monster Mash" rock show, haunted house, face painting and more. Additionally, paraders can look forward to new adventures including an outdoor stage at the end of the parade route. This year's deserving non-profit charity recipient is <a href="http://www.nuci.org/">Nuçi's Space</a>. The parade starts at 7:30 p.m. and the after-party starts at 9 p.m. Come on out and <i>make sure to wear your costume</i>! Tickets for the concert can be found at <a href="http://www.40watt.com/">www.40watt.com</a> and parade details can be found at <a href="http://www.wildrumpus.org/">www.wildrumpus.org</a>.<br />
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Before you gorge yourself on pounds of Halloween Candy, get a head start on your exercise with the thirteenth annual <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=14107">Jack O' Lantern Jog and Goblin Fun Run</a>. It will take place October 27th at the <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=191&menuID=0&hit=1">Sandy Creek Nature Center</a>. This festive four-mile road race and one-mile fun run raises money in support of the Sandy Creek Nature Center. All runners are encouraged to dress up. The costume contest starts at 1:40 p.m., the Fun Run at 2 p.m., and the Jack O' Lantern Jog begins at 2:30. There will be unique trophies for winners, runners medallions for kids 10 and under, and much more. Prizes will be given out in each age division for the four-miler. Visit <a href="http://www.athensclarkecounty.com/">www.athensclarkecounty.com</a> for more information or <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001I0xvh4-RCyPCk_o-Pyw9vBEH-yIHplVdyQHE0uiLwcqLdq2b2hzHzzzlX0Zs26PAfG8z1doXkRxep4ZT5RjjphhaTcYMCkWfE0BLthyAqr8=">www.active.com</a> to register online.</div>
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This year on Tuesday October 29th, children ages 2 - 12 will get the chance to take a haunted trick-or-treat tour of the Athens' <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=190&menuID=0&hit=1">Bear Hollow Zoo</a> when they hold "<a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=12938">Boo at the Zoo</a>." Afterwards, make sure to head on over to <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=190&menuID=0&hit=1">Memorial Park</a>'s Halloween Carnival for fun and prizes! Kids are encouraged to dress up, as there will be a costume contest every hour. The carnival, which will run from 5 - 8 p.m, will also feature stories, games, and activities. Kids must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. The event is $4 admission for children, and free for parents, guardians and children under the age of 2. Find more information at <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001I0xvh4-RCyPCk_o-Pyw9vBEH-yIHplVdyQHE0uiLwcqLdq2b2hzHzzzlX0Zs26PAfG8z1doXkRyJhmQVpazBzAQIrumc5tiqeWeJRfTHrO7iOctuxpRudQ==">www.athensclarkecounty.com.</a></div>
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Halloween in Athens is particularly special because all old towns have lots of great ghost stories to tell. This year's Athens-Clarke Heritage Foundation's "<a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=14133">Haunted History Tour</a>" will be held on Wednesday, October 30th and Thursday, October 31st at 7:30 p.m. The two-hour tour will wind through Downtown Athens and UGA's North Campus and explore the spirits, hauntings, superstitions and mysterious legends of the Classic City. Get your tickets now to hear stories of murder, suicide, and many other spooky tales. Tickets are $15 for non-ACHF members, $12 for members. For more information visit <a href="http://www.achfonline.org/heritage-walks">www.achfonline.org/heritage-walks</a>.</div>
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Halloween is a time to spend with friends, rediscover your youth, don a costume, and share in the abundance of spooky stories and candy. If you're looking to do all that, and more, then Athens is where you need to be. Make sure not to miss out on all this great city has to offer, whether it be the rich and haunted history, or thousands of wild Athenians parading downtown in full costume. More information on these events, along with complete travel information, is available from the Athens Convention and Visitors Bureau at <a href="http://visitathensga.com/">VisitAthensGA.com</a>, 706-357-4430. </div>
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We've reached the middle of October which means Halloween is fast approaching! <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/things-to-do/events/?e_ViewBy=search&e_submit=1&e_sortBy=eventName&e_pagesize=25&e_catID=0&e_sDate=10-18-2013&e_eDate=10-20-2013&e_keyword=&e_submitBtn=GO">This weekend</a> in Athens, Georgia marks the beginning of all the Halloween festivities sure to fill the rest of your month. Kick off the season, and your weekend, just right with one of the many fun activities going on in the <a href="http://visitathensga.com/">Classic City</a>. Whether you want to enjoy the days with family, or party the nights away with friends, Athens has it all to make sure you spend your weekend doing what you love.</div>
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Come out to the <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=388&menuID=0&hit=1">40 Watt Club</a> on Saturday, Oct 19th for a good old fashioned <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=14118">Halloween Dance Party with Like Totally!</a> All guests (including parents) are highly encouraged to wear costumes because there will be a costume contest during the show. As an added treat, Like Totally! will be debuting their new single and music video "Veggie Wrap" at the show. The bar will be open for those of age and there will be snacks and juice boxes for the kiddos. Get started on your Halloween celebrations even earlier and dance the day away. Doors open at 2 p.m., and the show starts at 3 p.m. Tickets are only $5. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.40watt.com/"><span style="color: #cc0000;">www.40watt.com</span></a>.<br />
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This Saturday, you and your family are invited to spend the afternoon at the <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=191&menuID=0&hit=1">Sandy Creek Nature Center</a> learning about the slippery, the slimy, and misunderstood creatures. The annual <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=14106">Scary, Oozy, Slimy Day</a> will feature games, crafts, interactive activities, and the opportunity to see and touch live animals such as snakes and hissing cockroaches. Come on out from 4 - 7 p.m., bring the kids all dressed up in their Halloween costume. There will also be local food vendors available, including <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=656&menuID=0&hit=1">Shane's Rib Shack</a>. Start the Halloween season off just right by getting up close and personal with all sorts of creepy crawlies.<br />
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It’s almost time to harvest the hops again, and in the true fashion of celebrating all things "hoppy," <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=231&menuID=0&hit=1">Terrapin Beer Company</a> is hosting their annual <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=14079">Hop Harvest Festival</a> Saturday, October 19th from 4:30 - 8:30 p.m. For entertainment, Terrapin will be breaking out a number of specialty casks and Hop Backs to tempt your taste buds. There will also be a discussion of the difference between home brewing and professional brewing, and even representatives from a few different hop farms there to share the dirty secrets of hop growing. And that's not even mentioning the multiple bluegrass bands, local vendors, food, and more. To reserve your spot at the <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=14079">Hop Harvest Festival</a> or for the latest updates, pre-order your tickets by visiting their online gift shop at <a href="http://www.terrapinbeer.com/"><span style="color: #cc0000;">www.terrapinbeer.com</span></a>.<br />
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This Sunday marks the 4th year of the <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=10525">AthFest Half Marathon</a>. On October 20th, thousands of runners will wind their way through the historic downtown Athens. This race is unique not just because it takes place in the Classic City, but there is also live music featured at every mile throughout the race. Whether you're running or not, you can kick off race weekend with the AthHalf Fitness Expo on Saturday October 19th at <a href="https://classiccenter.com/">The Classic Center</a>. There will be bargains on running and fitness merchandise, free samples of nutrition and demonstration of fitness products, and all sorts of health and fitness exhibits related to running, walking, and overall wellness. Even if you opt not to run the 13.1 miles, you can still come out and cheer on all the athletes. The race begins at 7:30 a.m. on Clayton Street. For more information, including details about registration, visit <a href="http://athhalf.com/"><span style="color: #cc0000;">athhalf.com</span></a>.</div>
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<a href="http://visitathensga.com/football">UGA football</a> against Missouri last weekend broke our hearts, but don't give up now! There's still some hope and a couple more home games to look forward to. This weekend the team is up in Tennessee looking to take on Vanderbilt, which means it's the perfect time to plan your next visit to <a href="http://visitathensga.com/">Athens</a> for a game. For all things UGA football related, inlcuding tips on where to stay, park, or eat, visit <a href="http://visitathensga.com/football"><span style="color: #cc0000;">visitathensga.com/football</span></a>.</div>
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There's tons of other stuff going on this weekend in Athens, Georgia you don't want to miss. For a complete look on all the events in the Classic City, click <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/things-to-do/events/?e_ViewBy=search&e_submit=1&e_sortBy=eventName&e_pagesize=25&e_catID=0&e_sDate=10-18-2013&e_eDate=10-20-2013&e_keyword=&e_submitBtn=GO">here</a>.</div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06159479166767052638noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9071717791675781078.post-89748211763877477162013-10-03T14:03:00.000-04:002013-10-03T14:03:00.546-04:00Athens This Weekend: October 4 - 6After the UGA football team's win over LSU last Saturday, it would be a tall order to try and top all the fun of last weekend! But with so many events going on this weekend, <a href="http://visitathensga.com/">Athens, Georgia</a> has all you need to continue the celebration right on through October. It's finally that time of year where the temperature is just right, and you'll take any excuse to spend the day outside! Well, the Classic City has all the excuse you need because this weekend there is so much going on under the warm Athens sky!<br />
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Eastside Athenians have long awaited a music and entertainment venue. <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=14142">Ansonborough Alive</a> is a new, free music and community event sponsored by the merchants of Ansonborough of Athens. This family-friendly event will feature live music, ice cream provided by the Lil Ice Cream Dude, and Ansonborough's merchants will be serving food and beverages for purchase. Bring lawn chairs or blankets because there will be plenty of space to spread out and enjoy the live music outdoors! With no admission charge, you really couldn't ask for a better way to spend a Friday night!</div>
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Kicking off the weekend right is the <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=12624">29th Annual North Georgia Folk Festival</a>! The festival will be held Saturday 10-5 at <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=192&menuID=0&hit=1">Sandy Creek Park</a> and is perfect for friends or family. There will be kids' activities from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., free of charge, including supervised crafts, booths, and exhibits by <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=190&menuID=0&hit=1">Bear Hollow Zoo</a> and <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=191&menuID=0&hit=1">Sandy Creek Nature Center</a>. Craft demonstrators will also be on hand from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. showing how various folk crafts are created and in some cases offering hands-on activities for participants. Additionally, the festival will feature artists and vendors selling corn shuck dolls, jewelry, pottery, glass, wood carvings and much, much more. All of that isn't even including the music! The folk music line-up is stacked, but none more exciting than the headliner of the festival, folk music legend John McCutcheon! Gates open at 10:30 a.m., music begins at 11:30 a.m. and continues until 9 p.m. Grab your friends and lawn chairs; everyone is welcome to attend this family-friendly Athens fall tradition! Admission is $12 for adults, $7 for students with student ID. Children under 12 are admitted to the festival free. There is an additional $2 entrance fee to Sandy Creek Park for everyone between 4 and 65. For more information about the festival, visit <a href="http://www.athensfolk.org/">www.athensfolk.org</a>.</div>
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If Folk really isn't your style, not to worry! Head on over to downtown Athens on Saturday from 5 - 9 p.m. for the 3rd Annual <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=14206">Pulaski Street Art Crawl</a>! The event brings together artwork by more than a dozen local fine artists, pairing them with businesses and studios along Pulaski Street. Along the half-mile walk, you can also enjoy some food, drinks and live entertainment. The Art Crawl will start at the Leathers Building and end with a huge block party at the corner of Pulaski and Broad streets. Local potter Rebecca Wood will loan pieces for serving food, and local foodie landmarks <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=165&menuID=0&hit=1" target="_blank">The Grit</a>, <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=624&menuID=0&hit=1" target="_blank">Pulaski Heights BBQ</a>, <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=53&menuID=0&hit=1" target="_blank">Siri Thai</a>, <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=82&menuID=0&hit=1" target="_blank">Big City Bread</a>, <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=620&menuID=0&hit=1" target="_blank">Gigi's Cupcakes</a>, <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=77&menuID=0&hit=1" target="_blank">Sweet Pepper's Deli</a>, <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=1368&menuID=0&hit=1" target="_blank">1000 Faces Coffee</a> and <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=152&menuID=0&hit=1" target="_blank">Earth Fare</a> will provide food for the block party at the end of the crawl. The event is free and open to the public so make sure to come on down to Pulaski on Saturday to experience all the many different types of local culture! Head on over to <a href="http://athensarts.org/">athensarts.org</a> for more information.</div>
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The UGA football team is in Tennessee for the weekend, but they'll be back here to play Mizzou before you know it! If you've ever been to a football Saturday in Athens, then you know you can't wait until the last minute to make your plans! The Athens Convention and Visitors Bureau has all the tools to help you with that! For all things UGA football, including tips on where to park, what to eat, or where to stay, visit <a href="http://visitathensga.com/football.">VisitAthensGA.com/football.</a> </div>
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There is enough going on this weekend in <a href="http://visitathensga.com/">Athens, Georgia</a> to keep you busy straight through Sunday! With all different types of local music, local food, and local art, it's weekends like these that show just how special the Classic City really is. Make sure to get out and take advantage of all the amazing things it has to offer! Have a great, safe weekend and GO DAWGS!</div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06159479166767052638noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9071717791675781078.post-12648152469675790842013-09-25T13:30:00.000-04:002013-09-25T13:30:00.096-04:00Athens This Weekend: September 27 - 29It's the first weekend in Autumn and this weekend in Athens, Georgia is going to be a wild one! There are so many different ways to experience the joys of the Classic City: food, football, history and music! With ESPN's <i>College Gameday</i> here, there's no better time than the present to celebrate this great city and all it has to offer!<span class="fullpost"></span><br />
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<a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/content/images/media/images/Homes_on_Boulevard-_Athens.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="176" src="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/content/images/media/images/Homes_on_Boulevard-_Athens.jpg" width="320" /></a>Another way to celebrate all things Athens, is to join the <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=213&menuID=0&hit=1">Athens Clarke Heritage Foundation</a> on Sunday for an <a href="http://achfonline.org/heritage-walks/">Athens Heritage Walks</a> tour through the <a href="http://achfonline.org/heritage-walks/bloomfield-national-register-district-2/">Boulevard National Heritage District</a>. Boulevard, the first "streetcar suburb" of Athens, has a rich history that extends all the way back to 1890. The diversity that characterized Boulevard's development continues today as eclectic and creative types of homes abound. Join Pratt Cassity, the director of The Center for Community Design and Preservation, at 2 p.m. for a walking tour that will enhance your appreciation for this great city. It will last around 2 hours and is $12 for ACHF members, $15 for non-members. </div>
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Don't stay inside and miss out on all the amazingly fun things there are going on in <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/things-to-do/events/?e_ViewBy=search&e_submit=1&e_sortBy=eventName&e_pagesize=25&e_catID=0&e_sDate=09-27-2013&e_eDate=09-29-2013&e_keyword=&e_submitBtn=GO">Athens, Georgia this weekend</a>! With good food, good music, and UGA football, it's the perfect opportunity to soak up the beautiful weather in our beautiful city! Have a great weekend and GO DAWGS! </div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06159479166767052638noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9071717791675781078.post-76717119404350603382013-09-23T12:41:00.001-04:002013-09-23T12:41:59.441-04:00Athens 2013 Fall Festivals and EventsFall in <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/">Athens, Georgia</a> is arguably the greatest time of year. The weather finally takes a dip below scorching which makes the perfect opportunity to get outside and enjoy the MANY fall events and festivals going on around the Classic City. Coinciding with UGA football, there is also music, arts, other fantastic athletic events and so much more! So step outside, feel the slight chill creeping into the air, and enjoy all fun things to do in Athens GA. <br />
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Kicking off this year's fall festivals is the 29th Annual <span style="color: red;"><a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=12624">North Georgia Folk Festival</a></span> which will be returning to <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=192&menuID=0&hit=1">Sandy Creek Park</a> on Saturday, October 5. This year folk legend <a href="http://www.folkmusic.com/">John McCutcheon</a> will be headlining this exciting event featuring live folk and Americana music, plus unique arts and crafts workshops and activities for festival-goers of all ages. Kids will get to experience demonstrations of wood working, quilt making, folk paintings just to name a few! This year's schedule also includes performances by The Darnell Boys, String Theory, Emerald Road and so many others! All additional North Georgia Folk Festival information is on the Athens Folk Music and Dance website at <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=0016sx6MiRsOjA-9tfOMXW6LtPqo__9rd02aPFLa1J9G093o-qUeSCWoBfAdIJiX0x3mmN-yxxd_U5-XoNBpE8_LArxIpy8Mme92wVa7Vto9xlrOsv9ZQcDng==">http://athensfolk.org/</a>.</div>
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Celebrate your inner child and skate your way across Georgia with the oldest and most famous road skate in America, the <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=12627">Athens-to-Atlanta Road Skate</a>, which will be held on Sunday, October 6. This year marks the 32nd anniversary of this Georgia road skate, which covers a fun, but challenging, 87-mile course through beautiful country roads and bustling city streets, ending in Atlanta's Old Fourth Ward Skate Park. For those skaters who aren't prepared to take on 87 miles, alternative 38-mile and 52-mile course options are also available. The Athens-to-Atlanta Road Skate allows participants to push themselves physically while bonding with fellow skaters. The Athens-to-Atlanta Road Skate's website has specific race information, including prices, times and the skate route, at <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=0016sx6MiRsOjA-9tfOMXW6LtPqo__9rd02aPFLa1J9G093o-qUeSCWoBfAdIJiX0x3mmN-yxxd_U5-XoNBpE8_LEF8tpzW588mvSmK3p3-xIaPrVDWDb3gig==">http://www.a2a.net/.</a><br />
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After gorging yourself on all the yummy fall foods, you and your friends can run it off at the Athens Half! This year marks the fourth year of the <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=10525">AthFest Half Marathon</a>, taking place October 20. Runners will enjoy the 13.1-mile course stretching all through the beautiful and historic Classic City. Kick off race weekend with the AthHalf Fitness Expo on Saturday, October 19, at The Classic Center in downtown Athens, Georgia. Lasting from 12-6 p.m., the Expo will provide individuals with discounted running and exercise merchandise, free samples of fitness products and several fitness- and wellness-related demonstrations and exhibits. The race itself takes place Sunday morning, October 20, beginning at 7:30 a.m. on Clayton Street in Athens and winding through the historic streets of the Classic City, past major area landmarks, through the University of Georgia's campus and ending with a victory lap of Sanford Stadium. Additional race weekend information can be found at <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=0016sx6MiRsOjA-9tfOMXW6LtPqo__9rd02aPFLa1J9G093o-qUeSCWoBfAdIJiX0x3mmN-yxxd_U5-XoNBpE8_LPB5qEPmWsL_VqRxUV4UepM7nIG71bdztbklFfkGMbEG">http://athhalf.com/. </a></div>
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Once October comes, the countdown to Halloween begins and that can only mean one thing... Wild Rumpus! The streets of Athens come alive during Halloween's <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=12506">Wild Rumpus</a> parade and spectacle on Saturday, October 26, when the downtown area transforms into a land of the undead, complete with a parade of unique costumes and fantastic live music. This year's theme is RAWR ~ Tribute to the Sun. Everyone is encouraged to get extremely creative with their Halloween costumes and you can dress independently or come as part of an already-existing, or newly created, costume brigade. You and your friends can follow the parade through the streets of the Classic City, which will end with a live concert at one of Athens' famous music venues, the 40 Watt Club. Concert doors open at 8 p.m., with the show starting at 9 p.m. Wild Rumpus's website has complete information about the night's events <a href="http://www.wildrumpus.org/">here</a>!<br />
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Closing out this year's fall events this November, the UGA Arts council will host the <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=12725">Spotlight on the Arts Festival</a>. This nine day festival will bring over 50 performing arts events to the Athens area. From Thursday, November 7 to Friday, November 15, you will be able to experience events and activities that include concerts, theater and dance performances, art exhibitions, poetry readings, author panels and book signings, lectures and discussions on the arts and creativity, and more. This festival has something for everybody who is interested in the arts! Visitors can catch the improvisational comedy show the <i>Two Man Group</i> featuring Colin Mochrie and Brad Sherwood, UGA Opera Theatre's performance of <i>Carmen</i>, Hal Holbrook in <i>Mark Twain Tonight!</i>, or the University Theatre production of <i>Pride and Prejudice</i>...and that is just the tip of the iceberg! A schedule of specific events and ticket information is available at <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=0016sx6MiRsOjA-9tfOMXW6LtPqo__9rd02aPFLa1J9G093o-qUeSCWoBfAdIJiX0x3mmN-yxxd_U5-XoNBpE8_LMhgBu2LRhVrLbJznpuDrbY=">arts.uga.edu</a>.<br />
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There is no reason to be sitting inside this fall, get out and explore all that this city can offer you! Athens, Georgia has anything you could ever want to do to celebrate the season. The weather is right and the festivals are hopping so make sure to plan your fall events in the Classic City! For a list of all events going on in Athens, Ga check out <a href="http://visitathensga.com/events">visitathensga.com/events</a>.<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06159479166767052638noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9071717791675781078.post-68660216390531741102013-09-18T13:15:00.000-04:002013-09-18T13:15:00.284-04:00Athens This Weekend: September 20 - 22Autumn is almost here in <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/">Athens, Georgia</a>! If you're heading to the Classic City this weekend, get ready to enjoy your last weekend of summer with some fun events! The 21st annual Insect-ival is coming on Saturday, not to mention so is UGA football, and so much more! If you're looking for something fun to do <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/events/?e_ViewBy=search&e_submit=1&e_sortBy=eventName&e_pagesize=25&e_catID=0&e_sDate=09-20-2013&e_eDate=09-22-2013&e_keyword=&e_submitBtn=GO">this weekend</a>, look no further! Athens, Georgia has all you need to celebrate the end of Summer and kick-off fall just right!<span class="fullpost">
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This Saturday marks the <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=12623"><span style="color: red;">21st Annual Insect-ival</span></a> at the <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=201&menuID=0&hit=1"><span style="color: red;">Sate Botanical Gardens of Georgia</span></a>. This is the perfect family festival, so bring the kids and get closer than ever before to all sorts of creepy-crawlies! There will be roach and beetle races, discovery stations, a puppet show and, of course, lots of live insects! You're also not going to want to miss the live butterfly release at 11 a.m.; the image of dozens of butterflies flapping their wings above your head is one your kids will never forget! Click <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=12623"><span style="color: red;">here</span></a> for more information!</div>
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The UGA Bulldogs are taking on the North Texas Mean Green <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=13723"><span style="color: red;">this Saturday</span></a> at Sanford Stadium! The Dawgs are coming off a bye week after their big win against South Carolina two weeks ago, so they should be fully rested and ready to take another win. If you've never experienced a Saturday in Athens on football game days, then you don't know what you're missing! And if you have, then you know that there is nothing comparable to spending the day with nearly 100,000 of your closest friends cheering on the Dawgs to a victory! Come out to Sanford Stadium this Saturday for the 12:21 p.m. kickoff! For everything else you need to know about UGA Football in Athens, click <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/football/"><span style="color: red;">here</span></a>!</div>
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After you've been celebrating the Dawgs' victory over North Texas, <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=14092"><span style="color: red;">Bloody Mary Athens Food Tours</span></a> is the perfect way to cure the post-game hangover! The tour includes stops at four favorite Downtown Bloody Mary locations with food - and drink- along the way. <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=148&menuID=0&hit=1"><span style="color: red;">Athens Food Tours</span></a> visits only locally owned, preferably locally sourced establishments. Bloody Mary tours are only offered the Sunday after UGA home football games, so catch one while you can. With only 5 a year, these tours sell out fast so make sure to reserve your spot well in advance! To book your tour or for more information, click <a href="https://my.getinsellout.com/providers/athens-food-tours/skus/bloody-mary-tour/info"><span style="color: red;">here</span></a>!</div>
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Football is finally back in Athens this weekend! With North Texas this Saturday, and a huge game against LSU after that, the Dawgs and their fans are taking over the city! Make sure to have your plans set before it's too late! For everything you need to know UGA football, including where to park, where to stay, or what to eat, check out <a href="http://visitathensga.com/football"><span style="color: red;">visitathensga.com/football</span></a>!</div>
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With so much going on this weekend in the Classic City, it's sure to be one you won't forget! With the UGA football game, the Insect-ival, and a Bloody Mary Tour through locally owned restaurants, there are so many opportunities to appreciate the uniqueness of Athens, Georgia. Get out with your friends and family, and explore this amazing city! Be safe, have fun, and GO DAWGS!</div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06159479166767052638noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9071717791675781078.post-78202916536520865252013-09-11T13:38:00.000-04:002013-09-11T13:38:01.059-04:00Athens This Weekend: September 13 - 15While the <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/football"><span style="color: red;">UGA football</span></a> team is taking a well-deserved break after beating down on the Gamecocks last Saturday, this weekend offers plenty of other fun things to do in <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/"><span style="color: red;">Athens, Georgia</span></a>! We are already half-way through September and that means that there are an abundance of cool events to keep boredom at bay! With so much going on, take the opportunity to grab your friends and family and try something new in the Classic City!<br />
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Last year's UGA team went undefeated in this two-day tournament and is back to defend their title in this year's <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/things-to-do/events/?e_ViewBy=search&e_submit=1&e_sortBy=eventName&e_pagesize=25&e_catID=0&e_sDate=09-13-2013&e_eDate=09-15-2013&e_keyword=Benson%27s+Hospitality+Group&e_submitBtn=GO"><span style="color: red;">Benson's Hospitality Group two day Invitational</span></a>! Catch the UGA Volleyball team in their games against North Florida, Louisiana-Lafayette, and UNC Greensboro. All dedicated fans will be rewarded for their promptness, with prizes being given out each day to the first couple hundred fans to arrive at each game. Bring the whole family because the tournament with also be featuring a Carnival Day! Kids can enjoy carnival games, balloon animals, face painting and a bounce house on the concourses. Sports, carnival games, prizes, and halftime performances...what more could you ask for? The games are free so get there early and show your support!</div>
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If you're looking to see some good music this weekend, look no further than the <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=567&menuID=0&hit=1"><span style="color: red;">Dirty Dozen Brass Band</span></a>! They were once asked to play the main stage at the VERY FIRST Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival back in 2002, and I think that says all you need to know about this unique musical experience. Come witness the magic of this captivating act as they spread their authentic New Orleans sound and preach their brass blend up and down the country to the delight of audiences young and old. Head over to <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=567&menuID=0&hit=1"><span style="color: red;">The Melting Point</span></a> on Sunday night for a chance to breath in the rich sounds of the French Quarter! Doors open at 6 p.m. and the show starts at 8 p.m.! Get your tickets <a href="http://www.meltingpointathens.com/"><span style="color: red;">here</span></a>!<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06159479166767052638noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9071717791675781078.post-25120064485035655772013-09-05T09:20:00.000-04:002013-09-05T09:20:28.018-04:00Athens This Weekend: September 6 - 8Another weekend is fast approaching and with so many fun things to do you need to make your plans now to ensure you won't be missing out! With an abundance of <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/live-music/"><span style="color: red;">live music</span></a> and the first <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/football/"><span style="color: red;">UGA football</span></a> home game, there's no shortage of fun things to do in the Classic City! There is something for everyone so grab your friends, get out and explore all that <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/"><span style="color: red;">Athens, Georgia</span></a> has to offer!<br />
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If you haven't heard of <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=13637"><span style="color: red;">Corey Smith</span></a>, you need to make your way over to the <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=597&menuID=0&hit=1"><span style="color: red;">Classic Center</span></a> on Friday night to see what all the fuss is about! His 2011 single, "Twenty-One", put him on the country music map and led him straight into the hearts of all Athenians. Growing up right outside of Athens, his love for UGA and the Classic City is at the forefront of his music and to see him live in the city where he grew up is really an experience you don't want to miss! The show starts at 8 p.m. and there are still some tickets left but don't wait too long because it's sure to be a sell-out! Find tickets and more information <a href="http://order.ticketalternative.com/cgi-bin/ncommerce3/SEGetEventInfo?ticketCode=GS%3ACCA%3ACC1314%3ACOR0906%3A&linkID=ta-cca&shopperContext=&pc=&caller=&appCode=&groupCode=&cgc="><span style="color: red;">here</span></a>!</div>
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You can also head over to <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=291&menuID=0&hit=1"><span style="color: red;">Lyndon House Arts Center</span></a> this Friday night 7 - 10 p.m. to pair some tasty new beer with some inspiring short films! New Belgium Brewing, the maker of Fat Tire Amber Ale and many other award-winning brews, is bringing the <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=13998"><span style="color: red;">Clips Beer and Film Tour</span></a> to Athens once again and if you haven't experienced it before, you're not going to want to miss out on this! It is a national beer and film festival where guests can try beers from New Belgium's Lips of Faith series, along with some popular classics, and screen short films made by New Belgium fans. This year you can see films on mastering the technique of dice rolling, the quest for the ultimate full moon shot, a duel to be the hippest hipster, and home brewing in a small New York City apartment. Admission is free so if you're looking for something new to do with friends that doesn't break the bank, you can find more information on this exciting opportunity <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=13998"><span style="color: red;">here</span></a>!</div>
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It's hereeee! It's finally here! <span style="color: red;"><a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/football"><span style="color: red;">Football</span></a> </span>has finally made its way to Athens, Georgia! For everyone who bleeds red and black, this is the greatest time of year. Saturday at 4:30 p.m., the Georgia Bulldogs will be teeing it up between the hedges against our hated rivals, the South Carolina Gamecocks! Last weekend against Clemson didn't fare too well for our dawgs, which makes this weekend against USC that much more important. It's been a few years since we last beat the Gamecocks and every dawg fan would love nothing more than to redeem ourselves. <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/football/"><span style="color: red;">Don't miss this opportunity</span></a> to be with all your closest friends and make sure to watch this heated match-up between SEC East rivals!</div>
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Still unsure of your plans for UGA gamedays? Don't worry! Check out <a href="http://visitathensga.com/football"><span style="color: red;">visitathensga.com/football</span></a> for all things UGA football. You can see what hotels are still available, information on parking, and many more fun ideas for how to maximize your UGA football experience!<br />
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If any of these don't tickle your fancy, no worries! There's plenty more opportunities to have a good time in Athens, Georgia this weekend! Take a look at the <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/things-to-do/events/?e_ViewBy=search&e_submit=1&e_sortBy=eventName&e_pagesize=25&e_catID=0&e_sDate=09-06-2013&e_eDate=09-08-2013&e_keyword=&e_submitBtn=GO"><span style="color: red;">event calendar</span></a> for a complete look at events! Have a great weekend and GO DAWGS!</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06159479166767052638noreply@blogger.com0Athens, GA, USA33.95 -83.383333333.739238 -83.7060568 34.160762000000005 -83.060609800000009tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9071717791675781078.post-42776095646690215112013-08-29T11:00:00.000-04:002013-08-29T11:00:04.367-04:00Athens This Labor Day Weekend: Aug. 30 - Sept. 2This weekend marks the beginning of every Athenian's favorite time of year: football season! But while the team is up in Death Valley stomping on the Clemson Tigers, there are plenty of other fun things to do right here in <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/" target="_blank">Athens, Georgia</a>! Make sure not to miss all the other incredible events going on this Labor Day weekend in the Classic City!<br />
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<a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/content/images/media/images/Highballs-event-image.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/content/images/media/images/Highballs-event-image.JPG" /></a>Head to <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=567&menuID=0&hit=1">The Melting Point</a> on Friday for a great night of 80's music featuring one of Athens' favorite party bands, The Highballs! If you're still longing for the days of big hair and neon spandex, come have a blast at <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=13739" target="_blank">Totally '80's LIVE with The Highballs</a>! Seems like each time they set foot in this venue, the place erupts into one big cozy dance floor. They play all the hits from your favorite era, and bring as much energy as they do talent to the room! They are in high-demand for weddings throughout the Southeast, but in case you are a little afraid of commitment, The Melting Point is proud to present them in a traditional concert atmosphere for you. The show is 18 & up, and it is recommended you get your tickets in advance, as this $10 price will attract a crowd. Grab your tickets <a href="http://www.meltingpointathens.com/calendar/" target="_blank">here</a>!</div>
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This fall when you and thousands of others head to <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: red;">Athens, Georgia</span></a> to cheer on the Dawgs in the Sanford Stadium, be sure to check out all that the Classic City has to offer beyond the hedges. With so many available activities, the Athens Convention and Visitors Bureau has decided to compile a "Top 5 Things To Do in Athens on Football Weekends" list!<br />
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<b style="text-align: center;">1: Explore VIBRANT DOWNTOWN</b></div>
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<b style="text-align: center;">2: Catch a <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/live-music/" target="_blank"><span style="color: red;">LIVE MUSIC</span></a> show</b><br />
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Named the "Number One College Music Scene in America" by <i>Rolling Stone Magazine</i>, Athens is gushing with awesome music! The local venues attract rising stars, old favorites, and everything in between. Not only have world-renowned bands such as R.E.M., the B-52's, and Widespread Panic originated from the Classic City, but hundreds of new and upcoming bands make their debut in Athens each year. Between famous Athens venues such as the <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=408&menuID=0&hit=1" target="_blank"><span style="color: red;">Georgia Theatre</span></a>, <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=567&menuID=0&hit=1" target="_blank"><span style="color: red;">The Melting Point</span></a>, and <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=388&menuID=0&hit=1" target="_blank"><span style="color: red;">40 Watt Club</span></a>, and intimate venues such as <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=389&menuID=0&hit=1"><span style="color: red;">Caledonia Lounge</span></a>, <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=395&menuID=0&hit=1"><span style="color: red;">Little Kings Shuffle Club</span></a>, and the <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=409&menuID=0&hit=1"><span style="color: red;">Green Room</span></a>, there is always a great show to be seen. Check out the performance schedule <a href="http://www.flagpole.com/events/live-music"><span style="color: red;">here</span></a>!<br />
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<b>3: Indulge in <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/restaurants/" target="_blank"><span style="color: red;">LOCAL FOOD</span></a></b></div>
No football fan will be underfed this season with dozens of delectable restaurants lining the streets of downtown Athens. The Classic City's food scene is booming and has recently caught the attention of national media. Among the most recognized eateries are <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=155&menuID=0&hit=1" target="_blank"><span style="color: red;">Five and Ten</span></a>, <i>Top Chef </i>Hugh Acheson's restaurant, and <span style="color: red;"><a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=166&menuID=0&hit=1" target="_blank"><span style="color: red;">The Last Resort Grill</span></a> </span>on Clayton St., which is always a family favorite. <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=89&menuID=0&hit=1" target="_blank"><span style="color: red;">Mama's Boy</span></a>, <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=565&menuID=0&hit=1" target="_blank"><span style="color: red;">Heirloom Cafe</span></a>, <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=165&menuID=0&hit=1" target="_blank"><span style="color: red;">The Grit</span></a>, <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=40&menuID=0&hit=1" target="_blank"><span style="color: red;">Porterhouse Grill</span></a>, and <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=153&menuID=0&hit=1" target="_blank"><span style="color: red;">East-West Bistro</span></a> are also popular choices for weekend brunch. There is no shortage of traditional "tailgating food" such as pizza, burgers, and wings, which can be found downtown at<span style="color: red;"> <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=118&menuID=0&hit=1" target="_blank"><span style="color: red;">Amici Italian Cafe</span></a></span>, <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=494&menuID=0&hit=1" target="_blank"><span style="color: red;">The Volstead</span></a>, and <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=407&menuID=0&hit=1" target="_blank"><span style="color: red;">Dirty Birds</span></a>. A complete list of Athens restaurants can be found <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/restaurants/dining-listings/"><span style="color: red;">here</span></a>.<br />
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<b style="text-align: center;">4: Taste and tour<span style="color: red;"> <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=231&menuID=0&hit=1" target="_blank"><span style="color: red;">TERRAPIN BREWERY</span></a></span></b></div>
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</b>Did you know? Athens is home to Georgia's official state museum of art and the official state botanical garden. <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=290&menuID=0&hit=1"><span style="color: red;"><b>The Georgia Museum of Art</b></span></a>, located on UGA's East Campus, is home to a permanent collection of more than 9,000 works of art as well as a variety of traveling exhibitions and is open to the public every day except Mondays. The 313-acre <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=201&menuID=0&hit=1"><span style="color: red;"><b>State Botanical Garden of Georgia</b></span></a> is open seven days a week and is the perfect place to have a picnic, take a walk on miles of nature trails, or participate in an interesting lecture, class, or hike. Neither of these attractions have an admission fee but do accept donations.<br />
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<a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=148&menuID=0&hit=1"><span style="color: red;"><b>Athens Food Tours</b></span></a> are a delicious and exciting option for those wanting to learn about and taste local and regional cuisine. Lastly, the self-guided Athens Music History Walking Tour focuses on the history of Athens music and the locations that made the music scene into such a success. The tour brochure is available at the Athens Welcome Center or <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/live-music"><span style="color: red;">online</span></a>.</div>
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This fall, visitors should expect much more from <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/"><span style="color: red;">Athens, Georgia</span></a> than just a good football game. With the beautiful downtown, award-winning food, beer, and music, and interesting cultural elements, the Top Five Things To Do in Athens on a football weekend may require a second trip! For information on last-minute hotel availability, parking, tailgating, plus an event calendar and special deals, click <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/football"><span style="color: red;"><b>here</b></span></a> or call the Athens Convention and Visitors Bureau at 706-357-4430.</div>
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July has been a fun-filled month in <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: red;">Athens, Georgia</span></a>, and this weekend is no exception! With several events specifically intended for all ages, this may be the best time for a Georgia family weekend getaway to the Classic City. </div>
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<a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=236&menuID=0&hit=1" target="_blank"><span style="color: red;">Athens Creative Theatre</span></a>'s summer camp participants have been hard at work preparing their production, <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=13708" style="font-style: italic;" target="_blank"><span style="color: red;"><b>Super Duck</b></span></a>, which will premier at the historic <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=219&menuID=0&hit=1" target="_blank"><span style="color: red;">Morton Theatre</span></a> on Friday night! The action-packed show is based on the traditional ugly duckling story and incorporates unique super-powered twists that will keep the whole family entertained. Tickets are only $6 and can be purchased at Morton Theatre's box office until Friday at 6 p.m. and online <a href="http://mortontheatre.tix.com/Event.asp?Event=589778" target="_blank"><span style="color: red;">here</span></a>. This is your only chance to see the kids' young talent, and for just $6 per person, who could say no?<br />
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The <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=408&menuID=0&hit=1" target="_blank"><span style="color: red;">Georgia Theatre</span></a>'s loaded schedule for the upcoming season is in full swing with two great shows scheduled for this weekend! On Friday night, <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=13476" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: red;">Cosmic Charlie</span></b></a>, a Grateful Dead-inspired band from Athens, Georgia that balances tradition and originality, will take you back to the 20th century and keep you dancing all night. Saturday's performer, <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=13719" target="_blank"><span style="color: red;"><b>Bobby Compton</b></span></a>, is a rising star in the country music scene, and will mesmerize the audience with his heartfelt lyrics and catchy rhythms. Each show costs $10 and the doors open both nights at 8 p.m. There's a lot of fun to be had this weekend at the <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=408&menuID=0&hit=1" target="_blank"><span style="color: red;">Georgia Theatre</span></a>!</div>
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The search ends here for any family looking for a fun and active evening this weekend! In memory of Mr. Fred Birchmore, an Athens native who was an avid swimmer and member of the University of Georgia's gymnastics and boxing teams, <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=635&menuID=0&hit=1" target="_blank"><span style="color: red;">Bishop Park</span></a> is hosting a the <span style="color: red;"><b><a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=13280" target="_blank"><span style="color: red;">Fred Birchmore Go & Glow Aquathlon</span></a> </b></span>this Saturday. The kids (ages 7-12) will kick off this event with a 200-yard swim and 2k run at 6 p.m. and will be followed by the adults' (ages 13+) 400-yard swim and 4k run. A lively celebration full of glow-in-the-dark items will wrap up this event. Registration is $30 for kids and $50 for adults, and proceeds will benefit the William B. Mulherin Foundation for Health and Wellness. Whether you want to participate or not, you and the family are invited to come watch the events and enjoy the party!</div>
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The weekly <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=280&menuID=0&hit=1" target="_blank"><span style="color: red;"><b>Athens Farmers Market</b></span></a> at Bishop Park will include special guest <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=13658" target="_blank"><span style="color: red;"><b>Kevin West</b></span></a> this Saturday! As usual, the Farmers Market runs from 8 a.m. - noon and features local food, crafts, and art. <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=504&menuID=0&hit=1" target="_blank"><span style="color: red;">Avid Bookshop</span></a> is bringing Kevin West to the market from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. in celebration of his new book, <i>Saving the Season: A Cook's Guide to Home Canning, Pickling, and Preserving</i>. Kevin will be leading a cooking demonstration and meeting attendees while he's there. Everyone is invited to check out and enjoy all that the <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=280&menuID=0&hit=1" target="_blank"><span style="color: red;"><b>Athens Farmers Market</b></span></a> has to offer!</div>
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This is the last weekend to see the <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=13599" target="_blank"><span style="color: red;"><b>Ossabaw Island: Holy Ground Exhibition</b></span></a> at the <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=291&menuID=0&hit=1" target="_blank"><span style="color: red;">Lyndon House Arts Center</span></a>! The exhibit has been open since May and features the art of The Ossabaw Artists Collective, a group of painters and photographers who have explored the State Heritage Preserve on Ossabaw Island, one of Georgia's largest barrier islands, twice a year since 2009. Format photography, digital photography, pinhole photography, watercolor, acrylic and oil painting as well as mixed media are featured in the exhibition. The <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=291&menuID=0&hit=1" target="_blank"><span style="color: red;">Lyndon House Arts Center</span></a> is open from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and admission is free, so be sure to swing by and take a look before it's too late!</div>
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With so many great events to choose from, there's really no reason not to make the drive to the Classic City this Friday. Take a look at the <span style="color: red;"><a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/things-to-do/events/" target="_blank"><span style="color: red;">event calendar</span></a></span> for a complete listing of all there is to do this weekend!</div>
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Sara Bethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10411301864747075019noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9071717791675781078.post-48046340505490610402013-07-21T18:27:00.000-04:002013-07-21T18:27:00.045-04:00Favorite Athens Dining SpotsHome to over 40 bars, 55 restaurants, and 65 retail shops, Downtown, <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/" target="_blank"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: red;"><b>Athens, Georgia</b></span></a>, offers something to satisfy every craving and desire. Athens' delectable<b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: red;"> <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/restaurants/" target="_blank"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: red;">food scene</span></a></span></b> has exploded during recent years, and is now a well-known feature of the Classic City. I wanted to share a few of my favorite places with you, and I hope you will share yours with us!<span class="fullpost">
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I'm not the only one who has noticed the quality of Athens' food, though, and several Athens restaurants have received well-deserved accolades. Hugh Acheson, who proved his culinary talent to the nation on the TV show Top Chef, has been "wow-ing" Athenians since 2000 at his signature restaurant, <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=155&menuID=0&hit=1" target="_blank"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: red;">Five & Ten</span></b></a>. <em>Food and Wine</em> magazine named Hugh as one of America's Best New Chefs, and he won two James Beard Awards (the Oscars of the Food World) in 2012 one for Best Chef: Southeast, and the other for Best Cookbook for his "A New Turn in the South." <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=155&menuID=0&hit=1"><span style="color: red;">Five & Ten</span></a> was also named Restaurant of the Year by the <em>Atlanta Journal-Constitution</em> in 2007 and won the Silver Spoon Award in <em>Georgia Trend</em> magazine. Last but not least, the restaurant is a semi-finalist for Best Wine Program in 2013. Acheson's latest endeavor is relocating the beloved <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=155&menuID=0&hit=1"><span style="color: red;">Five & Ten</span></a> to the nearby Hawthorne House on South Milledge Avenue. Mary Charles Howard, the owner of <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=148&menuID=0&hit=1"><span style="color: red;">Athens Food Tours</span></a>, got all of the details in an interview with Hugh, which can be seen <a href="http://athens-lifeunleashed.blogspot.com/2013/06/hugh-achesons-5-relocating.html"><span style="color: red;"><b>here</b></span></a>! I personally had withdrawals from their Salmon Benedict even during the brief time they were closed for the move!</div>
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Being a "foodie" at heart, I could truly go on forever recommending delicious <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/restaurants/"><span style="color: red;">Athens restaurants</span></a>. Hopefully, you learned more about at least one of these places and will try them for yourself. However, an Athens food post isn't truly complete without a loving shout out to <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=166&menuID=0&hit=1" target="_blank"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: red;"><b>The Last Resort Grill</b></span></a> and <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=153&menuID=0&hit=1" target="_blank"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: red;"><b>East West Bistro</b></span></a>, traditional Classic City choices that have both been Wine Spectator Award of Excellence. No matter which Athens, Georgia eatery you choose, chances are you will enjoy every bite! We are interested to know your favorite Athens restaurants, so please comment and tell us about your favorite place!</div>
Sara Bethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10411301864747075019noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9071717791675781078.post-16258690552774987372013-07-17T14:31:00.000-04:002013-07-17T14:36:54.649-04:00Athens This Weekend: July 19 - 21<div>
Another weekend is upon us in the Classic City, and like always, there's plenty of activities to keep the family occupied! Take advantage of one of the last weekends that <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: red;">Athens, Georgia</span></a> has plenty of room to move around before all of the students return. Head to Athens for live music, free tours of Terrapin Brewery, a real-life "Where's Waldo?" hunt, a pool party, and more! </div>
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Kick off your weekend on the <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=408&menuID=0&hit=1"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: red;"><b>Georgia Theatre</b></span></a> Rooftop with an energetic performance by Jubee and the Morning After, a local Athens band full of soul and spunk, followed by the headlining band, Stokeswood, who got together in Atlanta, GA and coined the phrase "Low-Endie" rock to describe their layered mixture of pumping synths, powerful vocals, and irresistible dance vibe. Best of all, the whole show is free of charge, and if you get hungry, <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=639&menuID=0&hit=1" style="color: red; font-weight: bold;">The Branded Butcher</a><b style="color: red;"> </b>serves their food on the Rooftop! Music starts at 11 p.m., and this is a 21+ show.<br />
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This Saturday from 7 - 8:30 p.m., Bishop Park is celebrating the 43rd anniversary of Neil Armstrong landing on the moon with a night of swimming and fun activities at the Bishop Park Pool. This free event is open to all ages, and everyone will enjoy the nights arts, crafts, music, and astronomy activities! Wrap up the night's festivities with a free Moonpie dessert and Tang (the beverage of astronauts). <a href="http://splashdown%20at%20bishop%20park%20pool/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: red;"><b>Splashdown at Bishop Park Pool</b></span></a> is going to be a blast for the whole family, so plan your weekend accordingly!<br />
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Fulfill a childhood dream by making the "Where's Waldo?" game come to life this month. <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=13651"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: red;"><b>Where's Waldo in ATH?</b></span></a> is a month-long competition to find the 25 Waldos hiding in 25 local Athens businesses. <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=504&menuID=0&hit=1"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: red;">Avid Bookshop</span></a> is hosting this game and is offering coupons when you find 8 Waldos, and even better prizes when you find 16 of them! The winners will be drawn at the party on July 31st at Avid Bookshop. Additionally, you'll be supporting your local Athens businesses and local economy, so download you Waldo 'passport' from <a href="http://avidbookshop.com/event/wheres-waldo-ath"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: red;">Avid Bookshop's website</span></a> today!</div>
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This is a great weekend to check out <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=190&menuID=0&hit=1"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: red;"><b>Bear Hollow Zoo and Exhibit Hall</b></span></a>! Located in Memorial Park in Athens, Bear Hollow Zoo invites you and the family to observe some unique wildlife such as black bears, bobcats, white-tailed deer, owls, and more along the wildlife trail seven days a week between the hours of 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Saturdays are special at the zoo because the exhibit hall is open, which features projects for you and the kids and live animals that you can see and even touch from 1 - 4 p.m.! You'll also get to learn about the zoo animals' stories and how the staff take care of them. It's fun and educational for visitors of all ages! </div>
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Athenians and visitors have been loving <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=13574"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: red;"><b>Summer Water Rentals</b></span></a> and <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=13597"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: red;"><b>Friday Night Paddles</b></span></a> at <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/listings/index.cfm?action=display&listingID=192&menuID=0&hit=1"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: red;">Sandy Creek Park</span></a> lately; if you haven't tried it, this weekend is your chance! Visitors ages 12+ who complete registration and payment by calling 706-613-3631 before 5 p.m. on Friday will get to enjoy Sandy Creek Park's Lake Chapman under the moonlight atop a canoe, kayak, or paddle board from 8:30 - 10:30 p.m. during <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=13597"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: red;"><b>Friday Night Paddles</b></span></a>! The equipment can also be rented from 1 - 5 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays with Sandy Creek Park's <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/includes/events/index.cfm?action=displayDetail&eventid=13574"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: red;"><b>Summer Water Rentals</b></span></a> program. Make this weekend fun, healthy, and full of beautiful outdoor scenery at Lake Chapman!<br />
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This weekend, Athens, Georgia has lots of activities for people of all ages. Take advantage of the free music and wildlife, water activities, and local beer, food, and games! For more ideas and event listings, check out our <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/things-to-do/events/" style="color: red;">event calendar</a>. Have a wonderful weekend!</div>
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Having a blast in <a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: red;">Athens, Georgia</span></a> this weekend is easy, and hopefully all of the excitement will make you forget how quickly summer is passing! Dawg fans near, far, young, and old will not want to miss out on spending the day with UGA Football stars during the Countdown to Kickoff activities, performance-lovers will be thrilled to see the musical "Into the Woods," and adventure-seekers will love the Athens Dawg Derby Flyball Tournament and the Totally 80's Party with The Highballs! Grab the whole family and prepare your weekend getaway, because it's a great weekend to be in the Classic City! </div>
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With less than 50 days until SEC Football season begins, UGA's <a href="http://www.ugakickoff.com/2012/" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: red;">Countdown to Kickoff</span></b></a> weekend is upon us! The festivities begin on Friday morning at the <a href="http://ugakickoff.com/2012/golf/" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: red;">Celebrity Dawg Classic</span></b></a>, when attendees will be organized in groups of four and paired with a former or current UGA football player or a member of the coaching staff. Registration begins at 9:30 a.m. and golfing starts at 11 a.m. Golfers are invited to attend the awards reception, immediately following the tournament, plus dinner, drinks and raffle prizes. Saturday is <a href="http://ugakickoff.com/2012/fanday/"><span style="color: red;"><b>Kids Fan-Day</b></span></a>, which is sure to get the whole family pumped up for UGA's upcoming season with opportunities to take pictures, get autographs, catch passes, run drills, and play games with some beloved former UGA football players now in the NFL, legends from the past, and the current UGA football team. This year, the guests of honor are members of UGA's 2002 football team. Don't be shocked if you see Hairy Dawg and a few other surprise guests there as well! Individual tickets are $25, and family packages are $75, including 4 tickets and a Countdown to Kickoff pennant for autographs. All proceeds benefit <a href="http://www.choa.org/"><b><span style="color: red;">Children's Healthcare of Atlanta</span></b></a> and the <a href="http://www.gatransplant.org/"><span style="color: red;"><b>Georgia Transplant Foundation</b></span></a>.<br />
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Get in touch with your imagination this weekend at the <a href="http://www.mortontheatre.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: red;">Morton Theatre</span></a>, where the Circle Ensemble Theatre will perform the musical <a href="http://www.mortontheatre.com/event-profile.php?Event_ID=289" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: red;">"Into the Woods!"</span></b></a> Based on James Lapine's book and featuring music and lyrics by composer Stephen Sondheim, this musical "wow-ed" Broadway 25 years ago and won numerous awards, including "Most Outstanding Musical." The Circle Ensemble Theatre is a captivating Athens professional theatre company offering their version of the show at 7:30 p.m. on both Friday and Saturday nights plus a 2:00 p.m. Saturday matinee. Tickets are $15/$10 with a valid student ID and may be purchased via phone at 706-613-3771, <a href="http://www.mortontheatre.com/event-profile.php?Event_ID=289" target="_blank"><span style="color: red;">online</span></a>, or at the box office on weekdays 10 a.m.-1 p.m. and 3 p.m.-6 p.m. or during the hour before the show begins. </div>
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The Melting Point has been keeping the music going this summer in Athens, and this weekend is no exception! Rock out on Saturday night at the <a href="http://www.meltingpointathens.com/?Page=http%3a%2f%2fpublic.ticketbiscuit.com%2fMeltingPointAthens%2fEvents%2f167122" target="_blank"><span style="color: red;"><b>Totally 80's Party with The Highballs</b></span></a>, which is exactly what it sounds like- a contagious, energetic 80's dance party! The Highballs are an Athens, GA-based dance band known to play the all of the best hits from the vibrant decade. Tickets are just $10 in advance/$13 at the door/$8 at the door with UGA student ID and can be purchased <a href="http://www.meltingpointathens.com/?Page=http%3a%2f%2fpublic.ticketbiscuit.com%2fMeltingPointAthens%2fEvents%2f167122" target="_blank"><span style="color: red;">online</span></a>! Feel free to arrive a couple of hours early for dinner and/or drinks to kick off your fun night ahead!</div>
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Dawgs of all ages will enjoy cheering on <i>real</i> dogs on Saturday and Sunday at Double Dog Dare's <a href="http://www.flyballdogs.com/dddare/tournament_ADD.htm" style="color: red; font-weight: bold;" target="_blank">Athens Dawg Derby Flyball Tournament</a>!<span style="color: red;"> </span> More than 230 canines will fill Ballroom 8 in the newly-renovated Classic Center to participate in relay races in teams of four on Saturday from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday from 8 a.m.-2:30 p.m. During the races, each competitor must run the lane, jump the four hurdles, retrieve the pitched ball and return over the hurdles carrying the ball, and the first team to finish four dogs without error wins the heat. All classes of racing are offered, and entries are unlimited! The Flyball Tournament is unique, exciting entertainment for all and travels around the South, so you don't want to miss their Athens, Georgia stop!</div>
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With these choices and more, the family will have no problem staying entertained in Athens, Georgia this weekend! To plan a weekend getaway in the Classic City, check out the Convention and Visitors Bureau's <span style="color: red;"><a href="http://www.visitathensga.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: red;">website</span></a> </span>or call (706) 357-4430.</div>
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