Porchfest, mayor bids, and new housing

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This Clayton Street staple is easy Athen’s go-to Tex-Mex spot. Live music, football watch parties, and a vibrant outdoor atmosphere is everything I’m looking for on a Saturday evening.

Tyler White is a solo artist based in Athens, Georgia, blending piano-driven indie, rock, and pop. His debut album “Her”—recorded locally at Full Moon Studio—releases November 7th, with nearly every part on the record performed by him. Listeners can already hear his current singles, which showcase the raw looseness that defines his sound. Tracks like “Instant Sadness in a Cup” explore themes of childhood loss, trauma, and nostalgia. He continues to seek new opportunities to share his music with the world.

For booking inquiries, email [email protected] or follow him on Instagram @tylerwhiteeee

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🎶 AthFest Educates Awards $66K in Grants to Athens Arts Teachers

The annual AthFest Music & Arts Festival and AthHalf Marathon have distributed over $66,000 in arts education grants to 19 local educators for the 2025-26 school year. The nonprofit has awarded more than $750,000 to date, supporting music and arts programming for Clarke County youth. The latest recipients received their grants this month, reflecting ongoing community support and a thriving local culture of creativity.

ACC Board of Education member Tim Denson officially launched his campaign for Mayor of Athens-Clarke County on October 4th at Athentic Brewery. Denson emphasized affordability, safety, and a more engaged local government in his announcement, stating: “This campaign will be one of hope and possibility during a time of fear and uncertainty. We can, and must, build an Athens where every resident has access to housing, safety, and a transparent, engaged local government.”

🎻 North Georgia Folk Festival | Sandy Creek Park | Athens | Oct 12 | More ⟵

Fiddles, food trucks, crafts and games: Athens’ 40th annual folk and roots music celebration outdoors at Sandy Creek.

🏆 Porchfest | Various Historic Neighborhoods | Athens | Oct 19 | More ⟵

Wander block by block as neighbors open their porches for free live music! Hundreds of performances, food trucks, and front-porch events all afternoon.