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Everyone’s Favorite Wine Event Returns to Athens This February
Break out the wine glasses and get ready for a weekend of exquisite taste, as Athens Wine Weekend returns to The Classic Center, February 7-9, 2025. The event kicks off on Friday evening with an Amuse-Bouche, or “A Little Surprise,” featuring several talented chefs from Athens area restaurants. Each chef offers a sampling of their cooking artistry paired with the perfect wine to arouse the palate. During Saturday afternoon’s Grand Tasting, participants can peruse and sample wines from around the
Dr. Katherine Yancey joins Athens General & Colorectal Surgeons
Dr. Katherine Yancey joins Athens General & Colorectal Surgeons Dr. Katherine H. Yancey, MD, FACS, a board-certified general surgeon with roots in Athens, has joined Athens General and Colorectal Surgeons (AGCS), part of St. Mary's Medical Group. As a skilled surgeon with special interests in robotics and abdominal wall reconstruction, Dr. Yancey is able to use leading-edge, minimally invasive techniques for many procedures. Among the most common types of procedures she performs are gastrointestinal
Beloved, Heartfelt Holiday Show Returns to Athens This Christmas
ATHENS, Ga. – November 12, 2024 – Celebrating its 19th year, the hugely popular holiday show “Irish Christmas in America” brings seasonal Irish traditions back to The Classic Center Theatre on December 10. The long-running show features top Irish music, song, and dance in an engaging performance rich in humor and boundless energy. The family-friendly performance features stunning vocals from Caitríona Sherlock along with lively instrumental tunes on fiddle by MacDiarmada, flute and uilleann pipes by
Get Ready for Epic Family Fun: Monster Jam® is Coming to Athens!
Get Ready for Epic Family Fun: Monster Jam® is Coming to Athens! Tickets on sale now to see the world’s most popular Monster Jam trucks and best drivers roar into Akins Ford Arena on June 20-22 for Stadium Championship Series East Athens, GA (November 12, 2024) – Experience Monster Jam® live and become a fan for life with an ultimate day of family fun at Akins Ford Arena on June 20-22, 2025. Get ready to cheer, scream, and be amazed as massive Monster Jam trucks and world champion drivers take over
An Evening with Gillian Welch & David Rawlings
The songwriting duo of Gillian Welch & David Rawlings comes to The Classic Center Theatre on April 3, 2025. Woodland On Tour supports the duo’s latest album release on their label, Acony Records. With a partnership spanning over twenty years, Welch and Rawlings have been hailed by Pitchfork as “modern masters of American folk” and “protectors of the American folk song” by Rolling Stone. Recently, they were crowned with the Berklee American Masters Award and honored by the Americana Music Association
LAD Truck Lines Announces Several Key Promotions and New Leadership Additions
Watkinsville, Ga. – Nov. 11, 2024 – LAD Truck Lines Inc., a trucking and logistics company headquartered in Watkinsville, is pleased to announce several key promotions and appointments within its leadership team. These strategic moves are part of the company’s commitment to operational excellence, improving the customer experience and delivering exceptional service. The below executives will begin serving in their new roles effective immediately: • Austin Bushatz has been hired as Vice President
Dr. Mohana Cherukuri joins St. Mary’s Internal Medicine Associates
Dr. Mohana Cherukuri joins St. Mary’s Internal Medicine Associates Athens, Ga. – Dr. Mohana Laasya Cherukuri, a primary care physician, officially joins St. Mary’s Internal Medicine Associates (SIMA) on Monday, Nov. 11. The office is now accepting new patient appointments, with same-day or next-day appointments available in many cases. Dr. Cherukuri comes to St. Mary’s Medical Group from the Augusta University/University of Georgia Medical Partnership Internal Medicine Residency Program (IMRP) in
The Studio Athens' presents The Grinch
An original dance and theatre adaptation of the town of Whoville featuring local singing artists and more! Presented December 6 - 8, 2024 at the University of Georgia Fine Arts Theatre. Join the fun for this hour and fifteen minute family friendly production! December 6, 2024 - 7PM December 7, 2024 - 1PM December 7, 2024 - 7PM December 8, 2024 - 1PMTICKET INFORMATION Adults $20, $15 for 18 and younger | **No refunds or exchanges. Doors open 30 minutes before each
The Ultimate Experience is just a GOLDEN TICKET away!
ATHENS, GA – November 1, 2024— As anticipation builds for the grand opening of Akins Ford Arena this December, The Classic Center Authority, in association with Akins Ford of Winder, has launched a Golden Ticket Sweepstakes to celebrate the grand opening of Akins Ford Arena. As Athens' newest entertainment destination prepares to open its doors, this sweepstakes offers residents of Georgia and South Carolina (ages 18 and older) an extraordinary opportunity: the chance to win two tickets to every public
Nuçi's Space Presents Athens Uncovered
Nuçi’s Space announces Athens Uncovered: Revival Presented by Aubrey Entertainment Celebrating Music, Community, and Mental Health Support in Athens, GA Athens, GA October 16, 2024: Athens Uncovered is back for another unforgettable night of music, celebration, and support for an important cause. This year’s event, Revival, invites the Athens community to come together at The Foundry on December 6th for a benefit show supporting Nuçi’s Space, a nonprofit dedicated to preventing suicide
Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty Announces Annual Coats for Kids Drive
October 2024 (Athens, GA). Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty proudly announces the 32nd annual Coats for Kids Coat Drive. To meet the need of coats and jackets for children in the community, our office will accept monetary donations for our annual coat drive until December 13, 2024.Donations will be used to purchase new coats and winter wear to meet the specific needs of children in our local school systems. Since its creation in 1992, the Coats for Kids drive has kept hundreds of children in our community
Athens-Based Rainbow Restoration Named 2023 Franchise of the Year
Rainbow Restoration of Athens, GA, has been awarded the 2023 Franchise of the Year, a remarkable achievement for owners Jim and Stacey Casey. Starting from humble beginnings in 2011, with Jim as the only technician, the Caseys have grown their business into a nearly 20-person operation, recognized not just for financial success but also for their deep commitment to the Athens community. "This award reflects more than our growth," says Stacey. "It's about the lives we've touched. From day one, it's been
Akins Ford Arena to Host Clarke Central and Cedar Shoals Basketball Teams for Inaugural Classic City
ATHENS, Ga. –Rival Clarke Central and Cedar Shoals basketball teams face off in a head-to-head battle at the Classic City Championship at Akins Ford Arena. Mark your calendars for Friday, December 20, and join us for an action-packed day of games! Game Schedule: - Clarke Central vs. Cedar Shoals Junior Varsity Women’s Teams | 1:00 p.m. - Clarke Central vs. Cedar Shoals Junior Varsity Men’s Teams | 3:00 p.m. - Clarke Central vs. Cedar Shoals Varsity Women’s Teams | 5:00 p.m. - Clarke Central vs. Cedar
Tom Segura Announces Global Stand-Up Comedy Tour 'Come Together' is coming to Akins Ford Arena
ATHENS, Ga. –Today one of the biggest touring comedians, Tom Segura, announced the 2025 dates of his global stand-up comedy tour Tom Segura: Come Together. Segura’s highly anticipated new hour of comedy kicked off last year and has been selling out with stops across Asia and North America. Over 40 dates have been added throughout North America and Europe including a stop in Athens, GA, at Akins Ford Arena on January 30. Tickets will be available via presale starting Wednesday, October 9, at 10 AM local
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