🚷 The proposal to stop sleeping on Athens sidewalks

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📆 Something New: the Athens Scoop Events Calendar!

I’ve wanted to build a proper events calendar for Athens Scoop for a while. There are so many good things happening around Athens, but they’re scattered across Instagram posts, flyers, Facebook pages, and word of mouth, and I usually hear about half of them after they’re over.

So we made one place to find them.

We’ve been working hard on the new Athens Scoop Events Calendar, and it’s finally ready for you to use.

If you’re looking for something to do, you can browse by day, search by event, venue, or performer, and narrow things down by category, area, this weekend, or free events. Each event page has the time, address, price, and ticket or RSVP link.

Anyone can add their event to the calendar. There’s also optional promotion spots if you want more people to see it.

My hope is that this becomes the first place you check when you’re deciding what to do in Athens, and an easy way for local organizers to get the word out.

It’s new, so if you try it and notice something missing or confusing, reply to this email and tell me so I can make it even better.

Want your event featured here? Go to our events calendar!

🌏 Southeast Asian Flavors at Puma Yu's

Puma Yu's serves dishes inspired by Southeast Asian flavors, with a menu featuring shareable plates, curries, rice dishes, and rotating seasonal specials. Because the menu changes throughout the year, there are often new dishes to discover alongside returning favorites. Add it to your must-try list!

Read more here.

🚷 Sidewalk Ordinance Draws Public Input

Athens-Clarke County commissioners are considering a proposed ordinance that would prohibit public camping, as well as lying or sleeping on sidewalks and other public spaces. During a recent public meeting, residents shared differing opinions, with some supporting the proposal as a way to improve public safety and sidewalk accessibility, while others raised concerns about how it could affect people experiencing homelessness. The commission has not made a final decision on the ordinance.

Why It Matters: The proposal could affect public spaces throughout Athens and has sparked debate over balancing sidewalk accessibility, public safety, and support for people experiencing homelessness.

Read more here.

🗞️ The Red and Black Announces Sale and Upcoming Move

After almost 30 years on Baxter Street, The Red & Black announced it is selling its headquarters and relocating to the historic Bottleworks complex located at 297 Prince Avenue. The move is part of the nonprofit's long-term plan to strengthen its financial future while continuing its news coverage and student journalism programs.

Why It Matters: The move marks a new chapter for one of Athens' longest-running news organizations as it invests in its future while continuing to serve the Athens and UGA communities.

Read more here.

⚽️ UGA Soccer vs. Auburn (Exhibition Match) | Turner Soccer Complex | Athens | 8/5 | More Cheer on the Dawgs as women’s soccer kicks off a preseason match.

🎶 The Humdingers Live | Athens Farmers Market | Athens | 8/5 | More Listen to acoustic interpretations of pop and soul!

🎤 Word of Mouth | The Globe | Athens | 8/5 | More Come join Athens’ longest-running spoken word open mic, with this month’s featured reader Lem LaRoche.

🎭 Femme-Prov | Flying Squid Comedy | Athens | 8/5 | More An open improv jam exclusively for femme and femme-identifying folks of all skill levels.

🎶 Kimi Carter Live | Dead Beat Club | Athens | 8/6 | More Catch indie pop/folk artist Kimi Carter for a night of local live music.

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