October is spooky season here in Athens, Georgia. Every southern town worth its salt has a few ghosts in the attic, and October and Halloween is the perfect time to give thoseghost stories and legends some special attention. Here's a roundup of haunted places, frights and sights in Athens. …
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Athens has a plethora of fantastic coffee shops, each with its own atmosphere and flavors, and this autumn they are pulling out all of the fall flair! We all like a pumpkin spice latte, but there has to be more to fall flavors than PSLs, right? Right! Check out our list of coffee shop specials this fall in the Classic City. …
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Couldn't get a ticket to the Georgia Bulldogs footballgame? Don't fret! Athens wasn't named the Best College Town in America for nothing, making the town the best place to be on Saturdays, whether you have a ticket or not…
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Fall is in full swing and football fans have lots to celebrate with the Dawgs' exciting start to the season! Sports fanatics just can't get enough of the hype and fortunately they don't have to--fall isn't just for football! Plenty of UGA teams have kicked off their season's in Athens, and there are…
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Looking for a low-budget weekend getaway? If you're in Atlanta, come to Athens, GA for a one-tank trip that will save you gas money, and give you plenty of fun things to do on a budget. Summer is the perfect season to visit Athens because with University of Georgia students away between semesters…
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Who's up for a July 4th getaway? Look no further than Athens, Georgia, for a weekend full of Fourth of July festivities, including music, food, festival entertainmentand of course, fireworks! …
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Whether you’re here for orientation or still deciding if UGA’s right for you, take some time to explore the Classic City like the locals do! You’ll discover why Athens is the perfect college home for your next four years, and parents, you'll find that visiting your student will be one of your new…
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Want to connect with the community, give back to local small business owners and find organic quality ingredients for your kitchen? Athens Farmers Market is just the place for you! This year the Farmers Market is celebrating its 15th season! You can visit from March - November and talk with farmers…
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Athens is home to some of the best restaurants in the country. But did you know that many of these restaurants are pet-friendly too? Eating outside is a great way to get fresh air, bond with your pets, and relax after a long day at school. These are some of our favorite places to take our furry friends:…
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Itcan often feel almost impossible to find something fun to do when the sun isn't shining... Fortunately, this isn't a dilemma when you're in Athens, Georgia! With tons of exciting indoor activities to explore each and every day, there's always a plethora of entertainment and enjoyment to discover on any rainy day in the Classic City. Here are just a few ideas to brighten your next stormy day…
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