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From the Melting Point: A Convo w. Clay Evans on Playing at the Melting Point
added on 03/10/2010 by Michael Santos |
The following is an excerpt of a conversation with singer/songwriter Clay Evans. Formerly of Athens band Bluestring, Clay made a return to the Classic City as a solo artist from his new home of Nashville, TN to play a show at the Melting Point with several acts, MyNameIsJohnMichael, Groove Tangent and Dr. Squid. Keep your eyes open for shows at the Melting Point, ...
The Seasons on Research Drive: Luxury Living near the UGA Campus
added on 03/08/2010 by Michael Santos |
You’ll say “Aaahhh” each time you come home to The Seasons. Your townhome nestled in the trees is a refuge from the traffic, the ringing phones, the e-mail reminders. With natural materials throughout, your home connects seamlessly with nature. You won’t find another place so completely peaceful, but so close to everything. You’ll enjoy the spacious feel of your ...
Robert Osborne Film Festival Kickoff at Hotel Indigo, March 25th at 6:00pm
added on 03/05/2010 by Michael Santos |
Mark your calender for the dates between March 25th through 28th, 2010 for the Robert Osborne Classic Film Festival. Prior to the showing of the first movie of the festival, To Catch a Thief, a kick-off party will be held on Thursday, March 25th, at 6:00pm at Hotel Indigo. Tickets are $35. Throughout the weekend, the Robert Osborne Classic Film Festival features ...
The Blue Plate Specials and More at Hilltop Grille
added on 03/03/2010 by Michael Santos |
Certainly one of Athens’ best eating spots outside of Downtown, Hilltop Grille will impress you with its inviting, comfortable atmosphere and can’t miss series of menu selections. Enjoy Hilltop’s awesome blue plate special, served Tuesday through Friday, featuring a great menu selection with a paired side item and sweet tea or drink for only $9:...
From the Melting Point: Photos from former Sen. Max Cleland's Visit with the UGA Law School Public Interest Celebration
added on 03/02/2010 by Michael Santos |
On Friday evening, former Georgia Senator Max Cleland visited with students from the University of Georgia Law School and members of the Student Bar Association and Equal Justice Foundation at the Melting Point for a special event celebrating the 25th anniversary of the EJF. Former Senator Cleland’s address to a packed Melting Point crowd was poignant and si...
Redeye Coffee's New Fast-Paced Menu Items for your Fast-Paced Life
added on 03/01/2010 by Michael Santos |
Located at the Bottleworks on Prince Avenue, Redeye Coffee is one of Athens’ best spots to get a handcrafted cup of premium coffee. Owner Gregg Carey does an amazing job of mixing his care and knowledge of coffee brewing and preparation to deliver excellent coffee by each well-attended, individual cup. In order to service a wider range of caffeine imbibers, ...
Inside Blue Laser Group: Photos and info from a LASIK Appointment with an Athens Ophthalmologic Specialist
added on 02/25/2010 by Michael Santos |
With the permission of Blue Laser Group and a very gracious patient, the guide2athens was able to follow along during a preliminary LASIK consultation at the Blue Laser Group office on Milledge Avenue. With vision problems effecting over 150 million Americans, and regular expenses for contact and corrective lens exceeding $15 billion dollars, LASIK procedures are ...
Events Upcoming at the Melting Point, February 22nd - March 1st
added on 02/23/2010 by Michael Santos |
The Melting Point remains one of Athens’ best spots to catch any number of different musical and entertainment acts in town. Check out the Melting Point’s exciting schedule for the rest of this week, check in at the Melting Point website for their overall schedule, and check in with guide2athens to catch postings of schedules and event coverage! Tue Fe...
Jewelry and Art at Aurum Studios March Exhibitor: The Students of Whitehead Road Elementary & Oglethorpe Road Elementary Students
added on 02/22/2010 by Michael Santos |
Readily apparent upon walking into their Clayton Street showroom, Aurum Studios uniquely combines the elements of a jewelry store and art gallery. Working with and creating hand crafted jewelry since 1975, Aurum also utilizes their space to display art from local artists, notable craftsmen, and organizations from in and around the Athens area. Through the month...
A guide2athens Run-Through of Athens Birthday Celebration Spots: DePalma's-Downtown
added on 02/19/2010 by Michael Santos |
To round out the festivities for my actual birthday, I headed to Depalma’s Downtown for a small get-together with some friends to quietly celebrate another upcoming year. I have never been disappointed with my dining experiences at Depalma’s; the downtown restaurant was the first place my parents had dinner with me after I became a student at the Univer...