Looking for places to satisfy your sweet tooth in Athens, Georgia? Look no further!As a self-proclaimed sweets connoisseur, I have made my way through many of Athens' treats in the years that I've been here. If you're looking for the best sugary bites in the Classic City, check out this list of spots that are sure to keep you coming back. Make sure to bring your appetite, because these treats are irresistible. …
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Check out a woman-owned business on your trip to Athens, especially during women's history month! Athens has a beautiful variety of entrepreneurs, each with their own niche talents and offerings. Make sure you sample all the ways to enjoy Athens, presented by the women of the Classic City. Here are a few listed below! …
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We always look forward to Holiday Markets in Athens, Georgia, and never more so than this year. Don't worry about your Christmas gifts or gifts forHanukkah or Kwanzaa or other winter holidays being stuck on a slow boat from China, literally! Local Athens holiday markets are the perfect opportunity to find truly personal gift ideas. After all, you'll find many of Athens' talented artists all in one place! …
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Just down the hill from downtown Athens is Rebecca Wood's secret garden: one of America's largest pottery studios, creating ceramics with delicate painted patterns and colors that are her unique creations. The story of how this painter and naturalist came to transform ceramics into everyday beauty for the table and home is one that could happen "only in Athens."…
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Athens, Georgia, never stops creating that special wow-factor for locals and visitors. One of my favorite ways to immerse myself in this college town’s charming vibe is taking a tour through the funky vintage stores. Thanks to the specific style and curation of each shop, stepping through each set…
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Holiday shopping can be hard, so we've thought of 5 thoughtful and affordable gift ideas to make your loved ones smile for under $50this holiday season. …
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It’s almost Saturday in Athens! From the vibrant live music scene to local cuisine, there are so many ways to explore the Classic City. Plus, there are plenty of hotels for a good night’s sleep before your day of football festivities. Get the lowdown on can’t miss spots around Athens to make the…
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Athens bookstores are the perfect places to pop in to during any season!When the sun is shining, pick a spot in the shade on UGA's North Campus or soak in the sunlight in one of Athens' many parks and break into a new book. If rainy weather has you trapped inside, grab a cup of coffee, wrap yourself in a blanket, and cozy up with a new read. Whether you're a hopeless romantic or a history buff, a classics lover or a sci-fi fanatic, you're sure to find a page-turner you can't put down at one of these Athens bookstores. …
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Athens, Georgia in the summertime is filled with live music and great activities to pass the time. But staying cool in the summer can be tough, so beat the heat inJuly and August with these 7 top treats to cool-off with this summer. …
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Summer is in full swing here in Athens, Georgia and that means it's the season for one of our backyard favorite treats- barbecue. Locally-owned barbecue is not hard to find here in Athens, sohere is a guide to help you find your new favorite spot. …
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