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“Little Shop of Horrors” Invades UGA Theatre for Season Musical
Athens, GA – UGA Theatre presents “Little Shop of Horrors.” Book and Lyrics by Howard Ashman. Music by Alan Menken. Directed by Daniel Ellis. Performances will be held in the Fine Arts Theatre on April 12-13, 17-20 at 8 p.m and April 21 at 2 p.m. The April 18 and 19 performances will feature ASL (American Sign Language) interpretation. A ticketed preview performance will be held on April 11 at 8 p.m. Tickets are $18, $6 for UGA students, and can be purchased at ugatheatre.com/littleshop, by phone at
Celebrating 4 Year Anniversary Franny’s Farmacy Hemp Dispensary- Athens GA
ATHENS, GA – FRANNY’S FARMACY invites you to join us for the 4th anniversary celebration of our hemp dispensary in Athens, GA.Supporting our local non-profit: Nuçi's Space will receive a portion of the proceeds from all ticket sales and a majority of proceeds from all weekend sales and raffles. Nuçi's Space has a goal to prevent suicide with a focus on musicians and to end the stigma of mental illness.Event Highlights:All three days: An event featuring sales, raffles, and fun! Get 15% off all Franny’s
Ribbon-cutting March 22 for St. Mary’s Breast Health Center
Athens, Ga. – All are invited to a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the recently renovated St. Mary’s Breast Health Center on Friday, March 22, at 11:30 a.m. The center is the practice of Dr. Kathleen Jeffery, the first female surgeon in the Athens area to dedicate her practice exclusively to breast health. St. Mary’s Breast Health Center is located at 1500 Oglethorpe Ave., Suite 2100, Athens. It has been completely renovated to enhance patient comfort and quality of care. The ribbon-cutting also celebrates
East Athens Educational Dance Center to Present “Spring Dances”
(ATHENS, GA) The East Athens Educational Dance Center (EAEDC) will present “Spring Dances” at the Morton Theatre on Sunday, March 24 at 3:00 p.m. This showcase displays the talented, young dancers of the EAEDC’s Winter/Spring 8-week class programs and will feature the return of the Accelerated Program dancers performing crowd favorites from their recent annual production. This event highlights African, ballet, modern, tap, and contemporary dance. Expect inspiring choreography that will usher in
Historic Athens Announces Taneisha Brooks as Equitable Home Preservation Coordinator
Historic Athens is thrilled to announce the appointment of Taneisha Brooks as the organization's Equitable Home Preservation Coordinator. Taneisha brings extensive experience in non-profit administration and a strong reputation for community leadership. In her role, she will lead the Historic Athens Equitable Home Preservation Initiative, a new program designed to preserve historic and affordable housing, prevent community displacement, and protect the unique culture and character of local
LiftOne announces new 55,000-sq-ft facility
LiftOne is a premier partner in material handling and warehouse solutions. As the authorized Hyster and Yale lift truck dealer spanning throughout Georgia, Alabama, North Carolina, South Carolina and Tennessee, LiftOne announces their newest, 55,000-sq-ft facility in Hoschton, Ga. Marking the Grand Opening, on March 27th an Innovation Summit will be held where LiftOne customers, associates, and local business leaders will converge for an immersive experience. The new facility in the Hall/Barrow/Jackson
Coldwell Banker Upchurch REALTOR® Lists Cobbham Historic District Gothic Revival Cottage
February 2024 (Athens, GA). Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty REALTOR®, Ross Eric Vaughn listed 749 Cobb Street, also known as the Sledge Cobb Residence, in Athens, Georgia. Originally built in 1860, the Gothic Revival cottage is currently on the market for a listing price of $2.1 million.Built for Athenian James A. Sledge, the home was later owned by Mrs. Lamar Cobb who became the first president of the Ladies Garden Club of Athens, America's First Garden Club. Located in the Cobbham Historic District, the
Winterville Marigold Festival Announces 2024 Lineup
The Winterville Marigold Festival will be held Saturday May 11, 2024. This year’s event will be held in Pittard Park. The Winterville Marigold Festival is a family friendly event. Schedule of events: 7:30 am Marigold 10k* 9:00 am - 5pm Vendors Open 10:00 am Parade 11:00 am - 3 pm Kids Area 11:00 am - 3 pm Car Show 12:00 pm -8pm Music 12:00 Sir Crazy Pants 12:45 Evergreen 1:30 The Ram Band 2:15 Songwriter Round with Betsy Franck, Cree Mo, Justin Brogdon 3:30 Pickled Holler 4:30 Norma Rae 5:30
Second Annual Athens Beer Fest to Return This Spring
The Classic Center Cultural Foundation will celebrate the second annual Athens Beer Fest on Sunday, April 21, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the 440 Foundry Pavilion at The Classic Center. This event is presented by Akins Ford.Kick off the spring season by sampling the latest and greatest beers from some of your favorite regional breweries at Athens Beer Fest. Grab a glass, pull up a chair, sit back, and enjoy an afternoon of live music, food trucks, and more. Did we mention beer?Athens Beer Fest benefits
The Ark's 10th Adopt-a-Mom Sponsorship
The Ark is so excited to announce our 10th Adopt-a-Mom this year with fresh flower and card deliveries to area nursing homes and to our special single moms who have been served at The Ark. This Mother's Day, we want to ensure that every single mom in our community feels loved and appreciated. With your generous support, we can create beautiful bouquets for 250 mothers who may otherwise go uncelebrated. By sponsoring this fundraiser, you will make a significant impact on the lives of these incredible women
The Classic Center Opens Season Ticket Deposits For Highly Anticipated Professional Hockey Season
The Classic Center is pleased to announce that Athens Pro Hockey will soon begin accepting season ticket deposits for their inaugural season. The team, temporarily named Athens Pro Hockey, will host their home games at The Classic Center Arena, which is set to open in Fall 2024. The league will be announced at a later date. As excitement builds for the arrival of this new professional sports team, fans can secure their seats and be among the first to experience the thrill of live professional hockey in
Linnentown - The Musical
In a groundbreaking tribute to Athens history, the captivating local production Linnentown - The Musical is set to take center stage in April 2024. Written by Hattie Thomas Whitehead, author of "Giving Voice to Linnentown," the musical depicts a historically significant African American community in Athens, Georgia, in the 1960s that was erased due to urban renewal. This eagerly anticipated musical promises to transport audiences through time, connecting them with the rich culture and community that
Athens Tech Foundation to celebrate second Illuminate Gala April 18
The Athens Tech Foundation is thrilled to announce the second annual Illuminate Gala, a vibrant celebration of Athens Technical College's profound impact on workforce development. Scheduled for April 18, 2024, at The Classic Center, this event promises to build upon the success of the previous year, where an impressive $80,000 was raised. The evening will include a cocktail reception, silent auction, wine pull, and uplifting testimonials from student scholarship recipients. Rodney D. Bullard will serve