Breaking yoga barriers: Athens studios like Shakti, M3, and Highland Yoga are offering BIPOC scholarships, DEI trainings, and community memberships to diversify the practice — learn what steps they’re taking.
Summer art showcase in Athens: This summer, discover more than 20 exhibitions across Athens venues—from Terry Allen’s “Passenger Side” and the Nuclear Age chronicle at ACE/Francisco (through Oct. 1) to painting series by Juancho Cano, Mad Fem’s community art wall and more — find out what’s on view.
Micah’s Creek Takes Root: On June 30th, Athens Area Habitat for Humanity broke ground on a mixed development of 40 single-family homes, 15 student bungalows, and 11 tiny homes for veterans, artists, and musicians — find out how to support the project.
Firefly Trail expansion: A $2.9 million grant will extend the Athens trail along East Broad Street with new biking and walking paths — learn what this means for riders.
Summer sips and bites: Discover Summertime Sadness cocktails, new coffee offerings and margarita specials at Athens eateries in our latest restaurant roundup — check out what’s pouring.
Love.Craft’s new Athens hub: The nonprofit’s May move to its own facility at 1635 West Broad St. doubled its space, adding dedicated pottery studios and creative rooms to expand customized job training for adults with developmental disabilities — find out how.
Delta backs UGA hospitality: The Delta Air Lines Foundation has granted $5 million to the University of Georgia’s hospitality program to enhance resources and opportunities for students — learn what this means for future Huskies.
Butterfly Dreams gains essential space: The Athens YWCO sold its neighboring 22 acres for $1.85 million, expanding grazing and parking for the therapeutic riding nonprofit while bolstering Y funds — find out how both groups benefit.
Other Athens headlines this week
- 'The Preston Chronicles’ launch honors Athens’ history
- Athens gas prices remain steady
- Gentrification pushes Athens musicians from neighborhood venues
- Adoptable animals await at ACC Animal Services
- Museum hosts adult etiquette workshop July 22
- Advance voting is underway for PSC runoff
- Visitor’s guide unlocks Athens’ hidden gems
