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Athens this Weekend

Whether you're heading to AthFest or looking for a break from the music scene, check out what's going on around Athens this weekend. Friday AthFest. Bands, art, film, and KidsFest activities for the…

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Weeky Freebie: Big Surprise

So, maybe you've heard... AthFest officially kicked off tonight! That means free music at the outdoor stages all weekend. Here's a schedule of all the acts...hope to see you out there! Friday, June…

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Junkman's: A Retail Superstar

Junkman's Daughter's Brother, the fun and eclectic store downtown featuring an endless variety of goods, is featured in the newly released book "Retail Superstars." George Whalin the author and…

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Athens Music History Tour

In conjunction with AthFest, Classic City Tours will be offering music history tours throughout Athens. There will be 4 chances to climb onto the Classic City Tours 19-passenger bus and explore the…

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The Georgia Theatre

By now we have all heard the sad news that the Georgia Theatre caught fire around 7 a.m. this morning. Wade Koch was walking home through downtown this morning when he noticed smoke pouring from the…

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AthFest/Twitter Contest Rules

So, you want to win a pair of AthFest wristbands? The amazing people in charge of AthFest delivered 10 wristbands to our offices today to give out through a Twitter contest! We're giving away a pair a…

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Athens this Weekend

Looking for a special treat for Dad this weekend? Or maybe you feel like going out and treating yourself? Here's a preview of everything happening in Athens! Friday Check out singer-songwriter Aslyn as…

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Weekly Freebie: Music

For this edition of Weekly Freebie, I've compiled a list of all the free shows in Athens this weekend. So pick one (or four!) & go see what the Athens music scene is all about. Who knows, you might even discover the next R.E.M. Grains of Sand This cover band performs classic Motown…

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Tasty World Revamps

If you have been downtown recently, you may have noticed the changes going on at Tasty World. I pass the iconic bar every day, and at first chalked the changes up to some late spring cleaning. Then I…

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Athens This Weekend

Travel around & party like a local throughout Athens, GA this weekend! Or practice for football season by cheering on some local sports teams! Friday See where your beer comes from (hint: it's not…

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