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Your Fall Bucket List Guide to Athens, GA

Athens comes alive with an array of fall activities, ranging from popular concerts and unique festivals to delectable culinary experiences. To ensure you make the most of this fall season, we're here to highlight some of the top upcoming events in Athens. Get ready to tick off your Athens fall…

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Top 10 Instagrammable Spots in Athens GA

The creative energy of Athens makes it the perfect city to take beautiful and Insta-worthy photos! Around every corner you can find artistic, unique, and lively settings to capture the special and memorable moments of your visit to the Classic City. Remember to share your awesome pics with…

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StyleBlueprint Athens Getaway

Photo courtesy of Lindsay Ferrier   VisitAthensGA had the pleasure of hosting Lindsay Ferrier, a writer for StyleBlueprint, when she visited Athens, Georgia, for a weekend. We absolutely loved her Athens, GA itinerary- she truly captured the local flares and special experiences of Athens. …

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Athens' Own: Charlie Mustard of Jittery Joe's

Nextin our series of profiles of Athenians who contribute to our town's creative energy:  Charlie Mustard is the head roaster for Athens' favorite coffee company, Jittery Joe's! Mustard has been with Jittery Joe's since they first began roasting their own coffee and has remained passionate about his craft and the coffee through the years. …

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10 Ways to Spoil Your Dad This Father's Day

Father's Day is just around the corner, and what better place to celebrate than Athens? Celebrate him in true Athenian style this year, with these 10 great gift ideas for every type of dad! 1. The Music Lover Is your dad a music fanatic, constantly raving about how great music was "back in the…

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Welcome Back Students! Life Beyond the Arch

I remember being a freshman, a complete newcomer, to both Athens and the University of Georgia. I was overwhelmed by how enormous the campus was (and hilly!). "How in the world am I going to get from East Campus to the Miller Learning Center in 15 minutes?" "Do I need a bike?" "More fruits, less…

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10 Great Athens Gifts for Dad this Father's Day

In the wake of Mother's Day, graduations, and preparing for summer vacation, Father's Day is sometimes swept under the rug. With these easy to find products, things to do, and fun bonding experiences found locally in Athens GA, show Dad just how special he is this Father's Day. Father's Day Gift…

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