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‘Longest Night’ services offer hope to those who grieve at Christmas

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 18 Dec 2023 · Comments Off on ‘Longest Night’ services offer hope to those who grieve at Christmas

Area churches will offer special services on Dec. 21 for those dealing with grief and sadness at Christmas.

In pictures: Augusta Ballet Tea and Tutus

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 17 Dec 2023 · Comments Off on In pictures: Augusta Ballet Tea and Tutus

Scenes from Augusta Ballet’s Tea and Tutus Dec. 17 at the Savannah Rapids Pavilion.

New public art installed on Dec. 16

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 17 Dec 2023 · 2

Two new sculptures have been added to Augusta’s public art scape. One was completed Dec. 16, but the other will take several days.

‘Behold the Star’ returns Dec. 16

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 14 Dec 2023 · Comments Off on ‘Behold the Star’ returns Dec. 16

Creative Impressions will present “Behold the Star” Dec. 16.

Nashville Country Christmas features Dolly Parton tribute artist

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 10 Dec 2023 · Comments Off on Nashville Country Christmas features Dolly Parton tribute artist

Augusta Amusements is known for bringing tribute artists to the Hardin stage. Although the Dec. 12 concert isn’t billed as a tribute show, it does contain a tribute artist.

Guest conductors lead Augusta Choral Society’s 2023-2024 season

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 07 Dec 2023 · Comments Off on Guest conductors lead Augusta Choral Society’s 2023-2024 season

The Augusta Choral Society will present its annual holiday concert Saturday, Dec. 9.

The Fab Four pays homage to The Beatles Dec. 10

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 07 Dec 2023 · Comments Off on The Fab Four pays homage to The Beatles Dec. 10

The Fab Four will perform the music of The Beatles’ Rubber Soul album Dec. 10 at the Columbia County Performing Arts Center.

In pictures: ‘Return to Bethlehem’ in North Augusta

By Mike Adams · 06 Dec 2023 · Comments Off on In pictures: ‘Return to Bethlehem’ in North Augusta

Mike Adams took a trek through ‘Grace United Methodist Church’s Return to Bethelem.

Broad Street Beat: Congrats to Augusta native Brenda Lee

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 06 Dec 2023 · Comments Off on Broad Street Beat: Congrats to Augusta native Brenda Lee

Charmain Z. Brackett picks up Don Rhodes’ torch to congratulate Brenda Lee and highlight other Augusta ties to Christmas music.

Augusta Air Show set for May 25-26, 2024

By Staff Report · 06 Dec 2023 · Comments Off on Augusta Air Show set for May 25-26, 2024

The Air Dot Show Tour announced its 2024 tour dates on Dec. 5.

Harmonies central to Atlantic City Boys’ performances

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 04 Dec 2023 · Comments Off on Harmonies central to Atlantic City Boys’ performances

The Atlantic City Boys will bring a doo-wop Christmas to Evans Dec. 6.

Patti’s Playground dedicated at First Baptist Church of Augusta

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 03 Dec 2023 · 1

First Baptist Church of Augusta dedicated a playground to its retired longtime preschool program minister.

Augusta Ballet’s ‘Nutcracker’ is all in the family

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 03 Dec 2023 · 1

Performing in “The Nutcracker” is a family tradition for many of Augusta Ballet’s dancers.

‘You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown’ brings familiar characters to stage

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 30 Nov 2023 · Comments Off on ‘You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown’ brings familiar characters to stage

Musical Theatre Workshops present “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown” Dec. 8-9.