Columns

ArtScape: Area authors publish new works

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 11 Aug 2024 · 1

Tarika Holland, John “Stoney” Cannon and Eva Creel have authored new books, while Baillie Conway illustrated one.

Column: Pigskin picks for the 2024 high school season

By Christopher Rickerson · 05 Aug 2024 · Comments Off on Column: Pigskin picks for the 2024 high school season

Sportswriter Christopher Rickerson looks at his Top 10 matchups for the upcoming season.

ArtScape: New August exhibitions at Gertrude Herbert and CANDL

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 04 Aug 2024 · Comments Off on ArtScape: New August exhibitions at Gertrude Herbert and CANDL

A peek at Heather Rene Dunaway’s latest exhibit as well as Andrew Swift’s debut exhibition.

ArtScape: Augustans on canvas, Westobou wrap planned for First Friday and more

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 31 Jul 2024 · Comments Off on ArtScape: Augustans on canvas, Westobou wrap planned for First Friday and more

Art exhibitions, receptions and fun things are planned in the arts community this weekend and beyond. Here’s a sample of activities.

Column: Candlelight concerts at Sacred Heart

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 19 Jul 2024 · Comments Off on Column: Candlelight concerts at Sacred Heart

Publisher Charmain Z. Brackett recently attended a Candlelight Concert at Sacred Heart Cultural Center.

Column: Paddling the Serene18 — The Dam Route

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 07 Jul 2024 · Comments Off on Column: Paddling the Serene18 — The Dam Route

The Serene18 Paddle Trail highlights the waterways in Columbia County.

The Weekender: Jekyll Island

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 22 Jun 2024 · Comments Off on The Weekender: Jekyll Island

The Weekender makes a trip to Jekyll Island.

ArtScape: I love Augusta’s art community

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 21 Jun 2024 · 1

Charmain Z. Brackett highlights Thursday’s Greater Augusta Arts Council Awards.

ArtScape: Musicians with Augusta ties to perform at Carnegie Hall and Grand Ole Opry this week

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 19 Jun 2024 · Comments Off on ArtScape: Musicians with Augusta ties to perform at Carnegie Hall and Grand Ole Opry this week

In her arts column, Charmain Brackett highlights the accomplishments of two musicians with Augusta ties – Damien Sneed and Terri Gibbs.

About Town with Francie: Impulse Ride at Amp the Alley

By Francie Klopotic · 25 May 2024 · Comments Off on About Town with Francie: Impulse Ride at Amp the Alley

Columnist Francie Klopotic with her husband Dean took in a night of music at Amp the Alley Thursday.

ArtScape: Historic photography and contemporary lyrics inspire local artist

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 22 May 2024 · Comments Off on ArtScape: Historic photography and contemporary lyrics inspire local artist

Syd Padgett is working on an upcoming exhibition in Atlanta using tintype images.

Column: The Northern Lights point to something good

By The Rev. Dr. Cynthia Taylor · 12 May 2024 · 1

The Rev. Dr. Cynthia Taylor muses about the appearance of the Northern Lights and the goodness of God in her latest column.

Column: Tea party for blankets

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 08 May 2024 · Comments Off on Column: Tea party for blankets

Project Linus area coordinator Christine Newby held a tea party fundraiser in her Evans’ home May 7.

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Naked Epicurean: Queen-for-a-Day, Mother’s Day Brunch

By Ann Beth Strelec · 07 May 2024 · Comments Off on Naked Epicurean: Queen-for-a-Day, Mother’s Day Brunch

Naked Epicurean shows how to treat Mom like a queen with Mother’s Day brunch.