by Visitors Bureau | Apr 22, 2020 | Day Trips, Home & Garden, Starred
Hamilton Gardens is approaching its 40th birthday; a good time to look back at how and when it came to be. Hazel and Fred Hamilton lived in Atlanta, where he was an executive with Sears, Roebuck and Company. They had a second home in Towns County. The Hamilton’s loved... 
by Bre Humphries | Apr 21, 2020 | Starred, Food for Thought
With farmers markets across the country postponed, we set out to find North Georgia growers and vendors operating online or at independent farm stands that allow for social distancing. We hope the following list is mutually beneficial, allowing you access to local... 
by Bre Humphries | Apr 21, 2020 | Vines & Hops, Starred
While liquor stores are deemed “essential” business and wine and beer is easily available through grocery stores and even restaurant take-out, local wineries are struggling to stay afloat amid restricted operations and tasting room closures. The good news? Most North... 
by Bre Humphries | Apr 17, 2020 | Features, Starred
FOR GEORGIA NATIVE ZAC BROWN, front man of the multi-platinum, Grammy-award winning Zac Brown Band, performing for sold-out crowds across the nation is second nature. But last November, there was a greater purpose as he took the stage at The Coca-Cola... 
by Visitors Bureau | Apr 10, 2020 | Day Trips, Destinations
In these uncertain times, about the only certainty is the appearance of spring blossoms and wildflowers, both in abundance right now at Hamilton Gardens. Along with the blooms, the spring Garden gift is a wonderful exhibit of local art, scattered throughout the... 
by Visitors Bureau | Apr 6, 2020 | Starred, News
Music is an integral part of what makes Athens, well … Athens. Given that numerous shows and performances have been canceled due to the COVID-19 outbreak, The Classic Center, Terrapin Beer Co., and the Athens Area Chamber of Commerce have partnered to... 
by Visitors Bureau | Apr 1, 2020 | Day Trips, Destinations, Starred
It’s only natural for people in a time of crisis to become anxious and stressed. So to balance your spirit, nurture your mind with positive, happy thoughts and ideas…like travel, for instance. Even with social distancing in place and many communities on...
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