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Tuesday, April 23, 2013

Ramblin' Rhodes: Grammy-winner Ian will fit in fine with Evans audience

Multiple Grammy Award winning singer Janis Ian is looking forward to her first performance in the Augusta-area.
By Don Rhodes

Sacred Heart Garden Festival begins Friday

This year's annual Sacred Heart Garden Festival has so much to offer the hardest part will be deciding where to start.
By Sandy Hodson

Monster X Tour brings monster trucks to Augusta

See 10,000-pound, car-crushing giants race, compete in wheelie contests, and drive freestyle on the Monster X Tour.

Powerfest urban music festival set for Saturday

The annual urban music festival and outdoor concert known as Powerfest returns Saturday, April 27.

Vincent has to defend cooking skills before bluegrass festival

Bluegrass queen Rhonda Vincent has something very important to do before performing Friday, May 3, at the Little Roy & Lizzy Music Festival at Elijah Clark State Park outside Lincolnton, Ga.
By Don Rhodes

Wine Time: Peter Lehmann Riesling 2012, Australia

The Peter Lehmann Riesling 2012 from Australia is a beautiful dry, crisp Riesling that reminds me why Riesling is considered one of the most versatile grapes in the world.
By Dennis Sodomka

Dine & Dish: Chinese New Year cravings satisfied

My family and I have always celebrated Chinese New Year at home, but this year, Eggroll Express West and Shangri-La Chinese Cuisine fill the bill.
By Danielle Wong Moores

Friday, April 19, 2013

Rhonda Vincent concert at USC Aiken canceled

Bluegrass musicians Rhonda Vincent and the Rage, who were scheduled to perform April 27 at the USC Aiken Convocation Center will no longer be performing.

Rabbi finds humor effective

Bob Alper claims his background was perfect for becoming a stand-up comedian.
By Charmain Z. Brackett

Wednesday, April 17, 2013

Augusta has Earth Day options

The second annual "Augusta Living Green Day" will be held on Saturday, with family-friendly activities that begin at 10 a.m. and continue through 4 p.m. at the Augusta Common.

Wine Time: Artezin Zinfandel 2011, Mendocino County

This classic fruit-forward Artezin Zinfandel 2011 is the perfect introduction for anyone who wants to know what a Zin should taste like.
By Dennis Sodomka

Artist Portrait: Ron Vaz

On March 1, there were numerous Bigfoot sightings around Augusta as part of Free Art Friday, a concept brought to life by several area artists, including Ron Vaz.
By Charmain Z. Brackett

Night at the Movies

New this week: Girl Rising; Home Run; Lords of Salem; Oblivion; The Place Beyond the Pines

Ramblin' Rhodes: Get ready to hear more of Moore's country hits live

Another big country music show will roll into town when WKXC-FM hosts singer Justin Moore on April 26 for its "Hooked On Country" show.
By Don Rhodes

See Quickies at Le Chat

Quickies, a short play festival, features original plays by local authors.

Aiken Community Playhouse seeks laughs with 'The Nerd'

A nerd's irritating behavior has his old pal contemplating ways to "off" him in the Aiken Community Playhouse comedy "The Nerd."

Kaeshammer to offer 'feast for your ears'

Augusta Amusements brings singer-songwriter and pianist Michael Kaeshammer to J.S. Hardin Performing Arts Center at 7:30 p.m. Friday, April 26.

Tuesday, April 16, 2013

Carrie Underwood's Blown Away tour stops in Augusta Friday

Fans should get ready to be blown away when six-time Grammy Award winner Carrie Underwood brings her current tour to James Brown Arena on Friday, April 19.
By Charmain Z. Brackett

Saturday, April 13, 2013

The Artside: Test your artistic taste at Undercover Artists auction

Should art be judged simply on its own merits? Does knowing something about a painting's maker or its history give it more value?
By Keith Claussen

Snarky Puppy to perform for JazzLives event

If you haven't heard of Snarky Puppy, you'll have your chance Sunday, April 21, when the group will close out the JazzLives event.
By Charmain Z. Branckett

Artists in community invited to design Applause cover

Share your talent and your art could be on the cover of our 2013 Arts Preview Edition.

Heavy metal group Down to play Sky City

Hear Down's southern-infused brand of hard rock/metal on May 27.

Nightlife - Search venues

Find live music and more at local hot spots.

Night at the Movies

New this week: Epic, Fast & Furious 6, The Hangover Part III

Artist Portrait: Rosanne Stutts

Rosanne Stutts has made a lasting mark on Augusta's art community.
By Charmain Z. Brackett

Summer Camps Guide 2013: SPORTS

Camps are available for every sport, from baseball and soccer to football and gymnastics.

Summer Camps Guide 2013: DAY CAMPS

Day camps offer a variety of activities for all ages - from educational camps to those with themes that change weekly.

Summer Camps Guide 2013: ARTS

Find the perfect camp for your artist, dancer, musician or actor.

Dining out this week?

Search our database of more than 300 Augusta restaurants.

Pinterest update cleaner, easier to manage

Pinterest, the popular link- and photo-sharing Web site, has rolled out an update.
By Bree Fowler
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