When vibrant flowers and trees and plants start to wake from their winter nap,the gardens of Athens become bright in full bloom. Did you know? Athens is the home of America's First Garden Club, the Ladies Garden Club of Athens. Let's trace the history and look forward to flower-filled events! Athens is a wonderful place to visit to explore a number of gardens, including the official botanical garden of Georgia. …
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Some of the best ways to explore Athens, Georgia don't even cost a dime. Here's an ultimate guide of FREE things to do in Athens, ranging from performances to outdoor adventures. Grab the family or a couple of friends to create memorable experiences together. Explore Athens Historic University…
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Athens, GA dominates the creative field with its artistic expressions. The Georgia Museum of Art is a notable outlet through its expansive permanent collections right on the University of Georgia campus, which are showcased all year long. Current temporary exhibits and the permanent collection…
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College football season may be over, but there are still plenty of opportunities to catch UGA sports in action in Athens, Georgia. Athenshas been named one of the best college sports towns in America and one visit will show you why…
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First in a new series of profiles of local Athenians who contribute to our town's creative energy! Marti Schimmel is the owner and head chef of the popular Athens restaurant and catering business Marti's at Midday. Known for its Southern-style dishes such as succulent chicken salad, pimento cheese…
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It's that time of the year again - it's almost AthFest weekend! AthFest is one of the best times to experience all that Athens has to offer, with a focus on Athens' phenomenal music and arts scene. AthFest has something to offer for everyone, with musical performances, art vendors, comedy shows, and…
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Monday the 18th begins the week long celebration of Earth Week! The UGA Office of Sustainabilityand UGA Students for Environmental Action have teamed up to bring Athens GA an epic Earth Week celebration. Check out some of the events provided from their Earth Week calendar…
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