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The need to abandon the city for a serene outdoor activity is oh-so-cliché. Returning to nature and doing "your part" to help the environment during Georgia's water crisis is too. However, the two or three hours it took to ride the 6-mile stretch of the Broad River with a guide from Broad River Outpost revealed much of the water culture's truths: Water really can be scarce and many can be affected. … 0 Comments
Marvin Gaye. Pattie LaBelle. The Platters. Few bands today can say they have performed with these soulful greats, but The Jesters can without hesitation. The Jesters, native to Athens, gained its start at a young age and quickly moved on to play behind big time names of the Motown music era. … 1 Comment
TODAYArt. Georgia Musem of Art. 8 p.m. Free. Yasmina Reza's "Art," a play about art, starring University acting faculty. Athens Face/Off. 40 Watt. 9:30 p.m. Benefit for the Athens Area Homeless Shelter. Featuring members of local bands including Elf Power, Cinemechanica, Dead Confederate and many others in randomly-paired duos. … 0 Comments
Although Alex Gibney's new documentary, "Gonzo: The Life and Work of Dr. Hunter S. Thompson," attempts to capture the spirit of the eccentric journalist, it ultimately turns into a loose collection of political commentaries. Gibney, an award-winning, anti-Bush director, creates a brilliant opening by using dramatic Sept. … 4 Comments
'Everybody Wants to Be Italian'Rating: R Comedy Starring: Jay Jablonski, Cerina Vincent, John Kapelos Even though it has been eight years since Jake's girlfriend left him, he refuses to move on until his friends set him up with a beautiful Italian woman (Vincent). … 0 Comments
Serves: 8 Ingredients: 2 1/2 lbs. shredded green cabbage, finely chopped 1 medium onion, finely chopped 1 large green bell pepper, finely chopped 1 large carrot, coarsely grated 1 1/4 cups mayonnaise 1/3 cup cider vinegar 2 tsp. sugar Preparation: Toss all vegetables in a large bowl with 1 tsp. … 0 Comments
We asked students, "What's your road rage song?" "Angry All The Time," Tim McGraw - William Watkins, senior, telecommunication arts major from Rome "Imagine Me," Kirk Franklin - Amanda Harris, junior early childhood education major from Pensacola, Fla. "S … 0 Comments
The Blind Pig Tavern 485 Baldwin St. 706-548-3442 The Blind Pig Tavern is the ideal place to go for some tasty gameday eats if you are feeling too lazy to tailgate. Having just celebrated its 10-year anniversary, this place knows food and fun. The tavern even boasts trivia night, darts and music. … 0 Comments
Modern musical genres such as rock, pop, hip-hop and country are ubiquitous, permeating every media outlet from radio to television to advertising. But classical music, widely regarded as the most superior form of music ever composed, has largely fallen by the wayside in mainstream circles. … 0 Comments
For the unveiling of the new Lamar Dodd School of Art, the drama department is putting on a play that addresses the core of the new school - art. "Art," originally by the French playwright Yasmina Reza, is a three-man performance that discusses not only the meaning and nature of art, but the dynamics of friendships. … 2 Comments
When former English professor Coleman Barks taught at the University from the '60s to the '90s, he suggested combining poetry and music into one class, believing the two art forms work together to create deeper meanings. He will be demonstrating that synergy Friday at the UGA Arts Festival. … 2 Comments
Situated in the heart of East Campus is a pristine addition to the Lamar Dodd School of Art. Today, the University will be debuting the Performing and Visual Arts Complex with a dedication ceremony. The event also will kick off the first annual UGA Arts Festival, a four-day celebration held at this immaculate new structure. … 0 Comments
