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Day 80 – Children’s Sewing Classes at Branum’s

July 6, 2010
Branums Augusta GA

Children’s Sewing Classes this summer at Branums on Washington Rd. in Augusta GA If you’re looking for something fun and educational to occupy your child this summer, it’s not too late to register for children’s sewing classes at Branum’s on Washington Rd. A few of the remaining classes this summer include: Pajama Bottoms & Pillow [...]

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Day 74 – Sunrise Grill

June 14, 2010
Sunrise Grill Augusta GA

Augusta GA Restaurants If you’ve just moved to Augusta and are looking for the perfect spot to get breakfast, look no further than Sunrise Grill. Sunrise Grill is located in the WestTown Shopping Center next to K-Mart in Martinez (on Washington Rd. close to the intersection with Bobby Jones). Voted Best Place For Breakfast by [...]

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Day 73 – Wilson Family YMCA Pool and Water Park

June 13, 2010
Wilson Family YMCA Augusta GA

Wilson Family YMCA Augusta GA Guess what? It’s HOT outside! The weather forecasters are predicting highs in the upper 90s and 100 this week for Augusta GA. With the kids being out of school, one of their favorite things to do in this heat is jump in the pool. And one of my favorite pools [...]

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Day 70 – Columbia County Animal Services

June 5, 2010
Columbia County GA Animal Services

Adopt an Animal There are some great rescue groups and animal shelters in the Augusta area. If you’re thinking about getting a pet, please consider adopting one. There are some very loving animals out there that need good homes with caring owners. Many of these animals are good with children and other pets if that’s [...]

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Day 69 – Rhinehart’s Oyster Bar

June 4, 2010
Rhinehart's Oyster Bar Augusta GA Restaurant

Rhinehart’s Oyster Bar I have always been a seafood lover. It didn’t hurt that I grew up in the South and spent a lot of time on or near the coast. Fast forward to now. I can’t turn on the TV these days without being reminded of the disturbing events unfolding in the Gulf (thanks [...]

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Day 67 – The Big Mo Drive-In Theater

June 2, 2010
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The Big Mo If you’re looking for something unusually fun to do, and you’re willing to drive a few miles from Augusta to get there, you’ll definitely want to check out The Big Mo. The Monetta Drive-in Theater in Monetta SC is the closest drive-in to Augusta. Admission (cash only) is $7 for ages 12 [...]

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Day 66 – Movies Under the Stars

May 30, 2010
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Movies Under the Stars It’s that time again! Movies Under the Stars starts in June at the Columbia County Amphitheater in Evans GA. The amphitheater is located behind the Columbia County Library. Movies are $2 for adults and $1 for children ages 13 and younger – an absolute bargain! Gates open at 7pm, and movies [...]

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Day 63 – Pendleton King Park

May 18, 2010

Parks and Recreation in Augusta GA If you’re looking for parks and recreation in Augusta GA, Pendleton King Park is a great place to start.  Conveniently located off of Troupe St. near Wrightsboro Rd. in the heart of Augusta, 64-acre Pendleton King Park provides something for everyone… Bark Park (separate ones for large and small dogs) [...]

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Day 61 – Masters 7 Cinemas

May 16, 2010

Movie Theaters in Augusta GA Remember when you could watch a movie at the theater for 99 cents? Me either! But at Masters 7 Cinemas you can see fairly recent releases for $1.99. They’re almost never overly crowded, and they have pretty decent prices at the concession stand. When the whole family goes, we almost [...]

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Day 57 – Free Kid Meals in Augusta GA

May 9, 2010

In honor of Mother’s Day (happy Mother’s Day!!), I thought it would be appropriate to feature some of the great local restaurants that feature free or low cost kid meals. Nothing better for us moms than the convenience of eating out PLUS saving money in the process. This is what I’ve come up with so [...]

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Day 55 – Fly Fishing in Augusta GA

May 4, 2010

Reason #55 to buy a home in Augusta GA: There’s some great fly fishing at Clarks Hill Lake and the Savannah River! (and there are lots of great local ponds, too) If you’ve got an interest in fly fishing, and would like to take lessons, a 3-day class is being held May 25th, 27th, and [...]

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Day 53 – Fort Gordon Spring Fest 2010

April 29, 2010

There’s a big treat in store for kids and adults alike at Ft Gordon‘s Barton Field this weekend! Spring Fest 2010 started today, and will be going on through Sunday. Important! Each adult must have a photo ID to be admitted through the gate, and each car needs a vehicle registration and proof of insurance [...]

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Day 48 – Graves Mountain Lincolnton GA

April 23, 2010

There will be a 3 day Rock Swap and Dig at Graves Mountain mine on April 23rd – 25th, 2010. The mine will be open daily from 8am – 6pm. There is a parking area at the main tent, where food and drinks will be available for purchase, and mineral and rock collectors will be [...]

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Day 47 – Blues, BBQ & Brews

April 22, 2010

Looking for some Friday night events? Check out what’s going on at the Columbia County Amphitheater in Evans GA! Blues, BBQ & Brews is being held on Friday nights, April 23rd and April 30th, at 7pm.  There will be great blues music, and BBQ, beer and wine from local businesses. The Lemonsqueezers and BBQ by [...]

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Day 46 – Camp Lakeside – Lincolnton GA

April 21, 2010

School will be out before we know it, and I wanted to highlight one of the local summer camps that your kids will love. Camp Lakeside is a project of the Family YMCA, and is located in Lincolnton GA on 88 acres with a lake. The fun activities offered include canoeing, archery, hiking, fishing, swimming, [...]

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