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Happy weekend, Augusta!Â
In today’s happening-today edition: Rare books treasure hunt, PokeKon Fest battles and cosplay, peel-and-eat seafood buffet roundup, and more. + events worth checking out today & tomorrow.
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đź“° In the news
Rare books and china galore: Just across the river, Riverside Antiques & Treasures in North Augusta is a maze of vintage finds, from furniture to clothing and decor. Expect hours of browsing through countless treasures — read the full story.
A mega day for trainers: PokeKon Fest 2026 is coming to Columbia County Exhibition Center in Grovetown on March 14, bringing battles, cosplay, merchandise, and tournaments for PokĂ©mon fans of all ages across Augusta — get all the details.
Traditions locals and travelers share: Craving seafood in Augusta? A recent roundup highlights Georgia buffets with peel and eat shrimp, fried catfish, and crab legs, including Augusta area pick Super Golden Buffet among statewide favorites — explore the full buffet roundup.
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đź’Ž Local business spotlight
Craveable waffle fries alert: At Whiskey Bar Kitchen, Whiskey Waffle Fries nail the crisp-meets-fluffy thing, with sauces like maple-chili, remoulade, or buffalo bleu for variety. Pair with a burger, or let them be dinner. No judgment, just golden edges, soft centers, and serious snack satisfaction.
Glow-up without the fuss: Spa Indigo blends day spa ease with med spa expertise, offering injectables, Morpheus8, and IV therapy alongside facials and massage, all in a calm space ideal for a midweek reset or pre-event spruce-up. Low-key vibe, high-impact results, zero stress.
Chain-chasing made easy: Pendleton King Park Disc Golf Course serves up 18 mostly flat, moderately wooded holes with concrete tees and classic Mach3 baskets. It’s perfect for an after-work loop or fine-tuning drives before league night. It’s even better with a friend, and the trees will keep you honest.
These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.
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📆 Around town today & tomorrow
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🚶 MS Walk @ Lady Antebellum Pavilion & Evans Towne Center Park | Saturday (3/14) at 8:00 AM – Nothing beats racking up steps with the neighborhood when it helps people. Join Fatimah Tedford’s Can’t MS With Us! team at MS Walk Augusta, chip in, snag team gear, and if you donate $100 or more, MSAA hands you a t-shirt, because, swag.
🥕 The Evans Market @ Market St, Evans, GA 30809, United States | Saturday (3/14) at 9:00 AM – Saturday mornings call for a lazy lap through The Evans Market, where farmers, producers, artisans, and the neighbor with the legendary pickles set up shop. Stock up on greens, bread, and gossip, then call it productivity. Bring a tote, shoes, and your best small talk.
👸 Cinderella Day @ Augusta Dream Center | Saturday (3/14) at 9:00 AM – Remember prom sticker shock? Augusta Dream Center is crowning CSRA high school girls with free prom dresses, makeovers, glamour shots, and confidence workshops. It’s community magic, not a fairy godmother. Send a teen to CinderellaDay.com/rsvp, or pitch in at CinderellaDay.com/volunteer.
🎮 PokeKon Fest @ DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Augusta | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – PokeKon Fest hits the Columbia County Exhibition Center with voice actors, artists, vendors, panels, and more cosplay than your closet can handle. Expect trivia, retro and video game contests, and a family crowd that actually behaves. Nostalgia, selfies, and sensible shoes encouraged.
🛍 Spring Art Sale @ Addie Strozier Fine Art Photography | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Addie Strozier’s spring art sale is bursting with ready-to-hang pieces, greeting cards, matted prints, Show Spotlight deals, and golf prints, in every color, size, and medium your walls could want. Swing by to shop or just say hi, then feel smug supporting small business.
🛶 Paddle Demo Day @ DiNK’D Pickleball | Sunday (3/15) at 1:00 PM – Shopping for a pickleball paddle by staring at Amazon stars? Skip that. Selkirk, JOOLA, and CRBN are on court so you can test, compare control vs power, and grill the reps. Capped at 55, members free, non-members $5, actual swings guaranteed.
🎨 Workshop: Clay Slab Mosaics @ 4P Studios | Sunday (3/15) at 2:00 PM – Nothing beats getting a little messy on purpose at a clay slab mosaics workshop for ages 16+, all skill levels, with two follow-up sessions to glaze and grout. Think guided demos, creative freedom, and the rare souvenir you will actually display.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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đź“» Augusta report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 78°F – Low: 53°F – Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 78. Southwest wind 0 to 3 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 53. Southeast wind around 2 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 81°F – Low: 61°F – Precip: 59%
A chance of rain between 8am and 2pm, then rain likely and a slight chance of thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 81. Southeast wind 2 to 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: Rain likely and a chance of thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 61. Southeast wind 6 to 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
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