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Mixed in among the sacred cows of college cinema, you'll probably find at least one film by Charlie Kaufman. If the name doesn't ring any bells, it should, because the man has only written some of your favorite films of the past decade. … 0 Comments
Art rock band …And You Will Know Us by the Trail of Dead's career trajectory hasn't been smooth. After the overwhelming praise heaped upon 2002's "Source Tags & Codes," the Austin-based group suffered rejection with follow-up releases "Worlds Apart" and "So Divided." The albums were deemed too mapped out and overblown to gel with mainstream or indie crowds. … 0 Comments
In these money-tight times, finding inexpensive and meaningful alternatives to the usual lavish and expensive gifts is difficult. Instead of spending last week's paycheck on one present, use a portion of the money to buy materials for easy-to-make gifts. … 0 Comments
Finding that perfect gift for friends and family isn't always easy, especially if you're a music fan. With so many artists releasing new records during the Christmas season, it's hard to decide which ones your friends will cherish and which ones they'll end up re-gifting. … 0 Comments
At Five Points Deli, there are several different options for breakfast, lunch and dinner. One of the dishes that we love at this local favorite is the chicken salad and chicken salad supreme. … 0 Comments
In response to a culture fascinated with the idea of outer space, English artist David Bowie released the space-themed glam-rock album "The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars." … 3 Comments
Ah, a play. A romping, theatrical, fun-filled time when actors delight their audiences with dramatic dialogue and punchy tunes. Although this is true of many stage shows, Tom Stoppard doesn't allow audiences of his 1993 play, "Arcadia," to merely sit back and relax. … 0 Comments
Fun fact: everyone loves parades. Whether one is willing to admit it or not, there's something delightfully absurd about hundreds of spectators watching their friends and neighbors march through town hurling candy and waving like crazed pageant queens. There is no better way to welcome the holiday season than to participate in one of the oldest traditions in Athens - the Downtown Parade of Lights. … 3 Comments
The holiday season, in all its infinite merriment, has a dark side. Every year like clockwork, the pressure grows with each passing day after Thanksgiving to finish your holiday shopping. As the clock starts to run out, you can bet stores will fill to their maximum capacities with the bewildered masses, high on retail, desperately trying to fill the gaps in their shopping lists. … 0 Comments
St. Patrick's Day is more than three months away, but Irish fiddler Eileen Ivers thinks Christmas is as good a time as any to share her rich heritage with the Athens community. The nine-time All-Ireland fiddle champion will put an Irish twist on the holiday season when she and her band, Immigrant Soul, perform "An Irish Christmas" at Hodgson Concert Hall on Sunday. … 0 Comments
FoodThe Food Bank of Northeast Georgia distributes more than six million pounds of food to the ill, needy, homeless, single parents and the elderly. Donations also go to local organizations such as Project Safe and the Salvation Army Christmas Giveaway. Nonperishable items are wanted and can be taken to 861 Newton Bridge Road, just off Chase Street. … 0 Comments
