 Friday, September 03 Teacher, a presidential award winner, challenges young mindsNICHOLSON - Students in Rachael Parr's seventh-grade life science class at East Jackson Middle School learn more than what they glean from the pages of a textbook or the lines of a lecture.
Thursday, September 02 Governor: Amid recession, tourist dollars vital to stateIn a state decimated by a global recession, tourism is more important than ever, Gov. Sonny Perdue said Wednesday at a conference in Athens for the hospitality industry.
Tuesday, August 31 Local tourism gets boost as Athens hosts annual industry conferenceAthens’ tourism industry is getting a much-needed boost this week — from the tourism industry itself.
Monday, August 30 Play meets productivity at centersFor educational programs and holiday events at affordable prices, children of all ages can visit one of four community centers in the Athens area to participate in activities, take advantage of resources and spend time with family.
State Student Advisory Council applications soughtState School Superintendent Brad Bryant is currently accepting applications for the 2010-2011 Student Advisory Council.
Tuesday, August 24 Tuesday, August 17 Blueprint: How you can helpTo assist the organizations you see here please, call the contact listed.
Monday, August 16 Sunday, August 15 Spay-neuter clinic keeps pet populace from running wildClayton didn't know how important this week's surgery was, but his doctor did.
Saturday, August 14 Spay-neuter clinic keeps pet populace from running wildClayton didn't know how important this week's surgery was, but his doctor did.
Thursday, August 12 Nontraditional high school kicks off year in fresh surroundingsStudents and staff at Clarke County's nontraditional high school are adjusting to life in a new, more traditional-looking building that's closer to the center of town and a planned career academy.
Tuesday, August 10 Monday, August 09 State may alter math conditions after 48 percent fail testSo many students had trouble with a newer, more rigorous high school math class last school year that the state Board of Education is considering whether to give students credit if they can complete a remedial class this year.
Nonprofit seeking new directorThe Clarke County Mentor Program is seeking a new director after founding director Trudy Bradley announced last month she was moving out of the state to be closer to her family.
Long: First Tomatoes at Terrapin a successOn Tuesday, July 20, the Athens Nurses Clinic held Tomatoes at Terrapin, the first fundraiser for the clinic in more than 15 years.
Birchmore Award presented TuesdayThe annual Active Aging Conference will be held Tuesday at the Athens Community Council on Aging. The finalists for the annual Fred Birchmore Award for Active Aging have been announced and include:
Thursday, August 05 Oglethorpe Middle-schoolers take ‘a big step up’ this yearCRAWFORD - Oglethorpe County opens its first new school in 13 years today, when sixth-, seventh- and eighth-graders walk through the doors of a middle school that took five years of planning, a sales tax referendum and a year and a half of construction.
Tuesday, August 03 Monday, August 02 Donations given to area high schoolsGeorgia Federal Credit Union recently made donations to both Cedar Shoals High School and Clarke Central High School through their High School Spirit promotion.
Opportunities continue growing through collaborative gardeningClaire Boozer doesn't know much about gardening, but she's not letting that stop her from creating an outdoor area for people to learn how.
Round Up program raises money for local nonprofitsThe Jackson EMC Foundation, a charity funded by members of the electric cooperative through their participation in Operation Round Up, awarded $39,300 in grants to five local service agencies at its regular monthly meeting.
Saturday, July 31 Young investigators on the scene at UGA campWatching "CSI: Crime Scene Investigation" never will be the same for one group of Athens-area middle school students.
Founder of mentor program steps downThe woman who took an idea to match Clarke County students with influential adult mentors and persuaded members of the community to volunteer is stepping down after 20 years on the job.
Monday, July 26 Tuesday, July 20 Monday, July 19 Tuesday, July 13 Tuesday, July 06 Women honored for community contributionsWhen pastor Janice Town founded For HIS Glory Church International in Athens some six years ago, her ministry placed an emphasis on community service, particularly where it involved women.
Tuesday, June 29 Monday, June 28 Blueprint: Audition for ‘Athens’ Got Talent’Athens-based Women to the World will hold auditions for its first amateur talent competition, “Athens’ Got Talent,” on July 29-30 and Aug. 19-20.
Blueprint Thank You: Church expresses thanks for camp helpFaith Baptist Church experienced our most successful sports camp this year with more than 350 campers. We would like to express a heartfelt thanks to all those who helped in any way.
Sunday, June 27 Blueprint Briefly: Athens Donor Center offering incentivesThe Athens Donor Center, located at 3525 Atlanta Highway, is offering incentives for blood donations this summer.
Monday, May 17 Sunday, May 16 Friday, May 07 Tuesday, May 04 Sunday, May 02 Blueprint: Volunteer opportunities, calendarTo sign up for any activities listed on this page, call HandsOn NEGA at (706) 353-1313. For a complete listing of all upcoming events and opportunities, visit onlineathens.com/blueprint.
Operation Round Up pays offThe Jackson EMC Foundation, a charity funded by the cooperative's members through the Operation Round Up program, awarded eight area charities more than $50,000 in grants during its most recent board meeting.
Golf Association's fundraiser a successThe Classic City Golf Association held their first fundraiser in late March at the Athens Country Club. Forty-eight players participated, with proceeds going to Mercy Health Care of Athens and the Girl Scouts of Georgia.
Barrow firefighters gear up for boot driveFirefighters with Barrow County Emergency Services will be out on the streets May 13-15 asking residents for donations during the 21st annual Give Burns the Boot drive.
May golf tournament to benefit NICUsOrganizers for the 7th Annual Lukas' Fund Golf Tournament are seeking teams and sponsors for the event, which will be held Saturday at the University of Georgia Golf Course.
Help Stamp Out Hunger on SaturdayOn Saturday, Campbell Soup Co., the U.S. Postal Service and Feeding America join the National Association of Letter Carriers effort to Help Stamp Out Hunger.
Thursday, April 29 Essay winner shares ideas on running her hometownJEFFERSON - Zoe Radford has some big ideas about how to attract visitors and green jobs to her hometown.
Tuesday, April 27 Packages for troops requestedPeople in North High Shoals plan to send another round of care packages to soldiers serving in Afghanistan, building on the success of a collection in December.
Atlanta couple fund Civil War studies at UGAThe University of Georgia plans to bring Civil War studies front and center, just in time for the 150th anniversary of the war that shaped the country.
Monday, April 26 Blueprint: Volunteer opportunities, calendarTo sign up for any activities listed on this page, call HandsOn NEGA at (706) 353-1313. For a complete listing of all upcoming events and opportunities, visit onlineathens.com/blueprint.
Foundation gives out several grantsThe Athens Area Community Foundation, established to help fight poverty as part of the OneAthens anti-poverty effort, announced Monday that it awarded grants for $25,000 to 11 local organizations.
Sunday, April 25 Nonprofits competing in ticket sales programArea charities are working to sell tickets and raise money at the same time through the Stadion Athens Classic at UGA's Tickets Fore Charity program. The program, sponsored by St. Mary's Health Care System, allows participating nonprofit organizations to sell tournament tickets and keep 100 percent of the proceeds from the sale.
Charity barbecue planned for SaturdayFast Signs of Athens will host a charity barbecue Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and from 4 to 8 p.m. at Fast Signs, 2565 Atlanta Highway, to benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Athens and The Childhood Autism Foundation.
Thursday, April 22 Skills used to make a connectionCami James didn't grow up poor or have to depend on a nonprofit to help her figure out how to make ends meet.
Monday, April 19 Blueprint: Volunteer opportunities, calendarTo sign up for any activities listed on this page, call HandsOn NEGA at (706) 353-1313. For a complete listing of all upcoming events and opportunities, visit onlineathens.com/blueprint.
Sunday, April 18 Belk Spring Charity Sale tickets aid nonprofitsBelk invites local charities, schools and nonprofits to participate in its Spring Charity Sale on May 1.
Eat out locally April 27 to support 'Entrée of Hope'On April 27, several restaurants will unite in joining "Entrée of Hope" to provide financial support for the work of two local charities.
Nancy Jo Tennis Tourney planned for April 30The 9th annual Nancy Jo Tennis Tournament will be held April 30 through May 2 at the Stephens County High School tennis complex in Toccoa.
Monday, April 12 Blueprint: Volunteer opportunities, calendarTo sign up for any activities listed on this page, call HandsOn NEGA at (706) 353-1313. For a complete listing of all upcoming events and opportunities, visit onlineathens.com/blueprint.
Sunday, April 11 Annual March for Babies planned for April 30Thousands of families and business leaders in Athens and across Clarke and Oconee counties will join together in the March of Dimes annual March for Babies on April 30, the nation's oldest walk fundraiser honoring babies born healthy and those who need help to survive and thrive.
Maysville Baptist Church Golf Tourney on May 1The Maysville Baptist Church Golf Tournament will take place at 7:45 a.m. May 1 at Double Oaks Golf Course, 3100 Ila Road in Commerce. All proceeds will sponsor missions.
National Record-A-Thon kicks off on April 19Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic will have its 15th annual National Record-A-Thon beginning April 19.
Kappa Delta's 14th Annual Bass Classic on SaturdayKappa Delta's 14th Annual Bass Classic Fishing Tournament will be held Saturday at Sugar Creek Marina in Lake Oconee. The entry fee is $160 and proceeds go to Prevent Child Abuse Athens.
Free physical evaluations offered to student-athletesAthens Orthopedic Clinic will have its 10th annual High School Pre-Participation Physical Evaluations on Saturday at area high schools. Athens Orthopedic Clinic, a leader in sports medicine, has organized and provided the screening exams to area high school athletes free of charge to assure that each student- athlete has the opportunity to receive a quality physical evaluation.
Prevent Child Abuse Walk Saturday at St. Mary'sApril is Child Abuse Prevention Month and Prevent Child Abuse Athens, a local organization, will host the "Prevent Child Abuse Walk" on Saturday at St. Mary's Hospital on Baxter Street. This is a 2-mile, family-friendly walk with refreshments and music.
Monday, April 05 Blueprint: Volunteer opportunities, calendarTo sign up for any activities listed on this page, call HandsOn NEGA at (706) 353-1313. For a complete listing of all upcoming events and opportunities, visit onlineathens.com/blueprint.
Sunday, April 04 Nonprofits teeing off in golf charity programArea charities are working to sell tickets and raise money at the same time through the Stadion Athens Classic at UGA through the Tickets Fore Charity program. The program, sponsored by St. Mary's Health Care System, allows participating nonprofit organizations to sell tournament tickets and keep 100 percent of the proceeds from the sale.
Blueprint, Hands On seeking to better meet nonprofits' needs through systemCommunity Connection, in conjunction with the Athens Banner-Herald, is working to help local nonprofits get the help they need in the most effective and efficient way possible.
Project to serve as one-stop shop offering services to homelessThe third annual Athens Project Homeless Connect will take place from 1-5 p.m. Thursday at First United Methodist Church, 327 N. Lumpkin St. at the Hancock Avenue entrance.
Monday, March 29 Blueprint: Schools stepping up the prep for high-stakes Graduation testStudents in some area school districts, including Clarke County, will begin today to take the high-stakes test that can mean the difference between a failed high school career and a diploma.
Blueprint: Volunteer opportunities, calendarTo sign up for any activities listed on this page, call HandsOn NEGA at (706) 353-1313. For a complete listing of all upcoming events and opportunities, visit onlineathens.com/blueprint
Sunday, March 28 Free IT Athens needs used computersFree IT Athens is in need of old laptops or desktops with Pentium III (or newer) processors to be used for refurbishing and donating to client agencies or make available for low-cost sale to needy people.
Monday, March 15 Activities This WeekAlzheimer's Caregiver Luncheon Program - Noon, Bentley Center, Athens Community Council on Aging, 135 Hoyt St.; provides an opportunity for individuals caring for those with Alzheimer's to fellowship with other caregivers, participate in emotional programs and ask questions; care provided for loved ones while participants are at luncheon; meets third Tuesday of each month; pre-register; free; eanthony@ accaging.org or cboozer@accaging.org or (706) 549-4850.
Walk MS preparing for annual fundraiserOn March 27, more than 400 people are expected to unite with the Georgia Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society to raise money to fight MS.
Starry, Starry Night planned for SaturdayPrevent Child Abuse Athens will have its major fundraiser, "Starry, Starry, Night" on Saturday at the Athens Country Club. The event includes dinner and an auction and all proceeds are used for family support programs, First Steps, Healthy Families and parenting classes. Tickets are $100 per person. Sponsorships are available from $500 and tables of 10 are available for $2,500. Call (706) 546-9713 or visit www.pcaathens.org for more information.
Terrapin Beer hosting Athens BreastFest eventAthens BreastFest will be held from noon to 5 p.m. Saturday at Terrapin Beer Co., 265 Newton Bridge Road. The fundraiser for local breast cancer awareness and breast health services will feature music by 90 Acre Farm, Betsy Franck and the Bare Knuckle Band, John Keane and Nathan Sheppard, 16 Tons and Sara O'Brien Band.
Monday, March 08 Blueprint: Volunteer opportunities, calendarTo sign up for any activities listed on this page, call HandsOn NEGA at (706) 353-1313. For a complete listing of all upcoming events and opportunities, visit onlineathens.com/blueprint.
Sunday, March 07 Blueprint Briefly: Georgia Hands, Voices to meet March 20 at libraryGeorgia Hands and Voices will meet from 1-5 p.m. March 20 at Athens Regional Library, 2025 Baxter St.
Sunday, February 28 Three honored at Boy Scouts eventNortheast Georgia Boy Scout officials honored three Athens men recently at the organization's 2010 American Values Dinner.
Blueprint: Volunteer opportunities, calendarTo sign up for any activities listed on this page, call HandsOn NEGA at (706) 353-1313. For a complete listing of all upcoming events and opportunities, visit onlineathens.com/blueprint.
Summer Lunch Program seeking serving sitesThe Athens Housing Authority is preparing for this year's Summer Lunch Program.
Tuesday, February 23 ‘Night on the Town’ to raise funds for quake reliefA University of Georgia student group has set a new goal of $100,000 for Haitian earthquake relief after it easily surpassed its original goal in a little more than a month.
Sunday, February 21 Blueprint: Volunteer opportunities, calendarTo sign up for any activities listed on this page, call HandsOn NEGA at (706) 353-1313. For a complete listing of all upcoming events and opportunities, visit onlineathens.com/blueprint.
Tickets sales cranking up for programArea nonprofits are ramping up tickets sales for the Stadion Athens Classic at UGA, and the tournament has picked up more sponsorship help.
IHOP to help Children's Healthcare of AtlantaChildren's Healthcare of Atlanta and IHOP restaurants nationwide will celebrate National Pancake Day from 7 a.m.-10 p.m. Tuesday with IHOP offering a free short stack of its buttermilk pancakes to each guest, and diners will be asked to leave a donation behind for Children's Miracle Network.
UGA vet students hosting benefit auction SaturdayThe University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine's Student Chapter of the American Veterinary Medical Association will host a benefit auction Saturday at the Oconee County Civic Center in Watkinsville.
Tuesday, February 16 Monday, February 15 Blueprint: Community photosBlueprint community photos as seen in the Monday, Feb. 15, 2010, print edition of the Athens Banner-Herald.
Sunday, February 14 Blueprint: Volunteer opportunities, calendarTo sign up for any activities listed on this page, call HandsOn NEGA at (706) 353-1313. For a complete listing of all upcoming events and opportunities, visit onlineathens.com/blueprint.
Brown wins President's Volunteer Service AwardMargracious Brown recently earned the Gold President's Volunteer Service Award, which recognizes the best in American spirit and encourages all Americans to improve their communities through volunteer service and civic participation.
Volunteer opportunity available in PeruFind out how to volunteer in Peru this summer with the fourth annual volunteer trip organized by local nonprofit Ven Peru, whose mission is to help in the marginalized areas of Peru suffering from poverty and a lack of access to education.
Terra Madre fundraiser Friday at Farm 255Farm 255 will host a Terra Madre fundraiser Friday, where the regular menu will be served with 20 percent of the evening's sales benefiting Slow Food's Terra Madre Fund.
Cultural Foundation offering scholarshipsAs part of its goal to support youth in continuing studies of the arts, the Classic Center Cultural Foundation is offering two $1,000 scholarships in the areas of vocal performance, music and dance, along with $500 to the schools of the winning students.
Nurse practitioner heads out on mission to HaitiChet Ford, a family nurse practitioner with Family First Healthcare's Elberton, Royston and Lavonia offices, and a team of doctors, nurses, paramedics and ministers headed to Haiti last month to see if they can help the surviving Haitian people who have infections from untreated wounds and dehydration from lack of clean drinking water.
Program hosting drive for blanketsThe senior grocery bag program is hosting a blanket drive during the month of February. The community is asked for help by donating a new cotton blanket or making a $10 donation.
New, used formal gowns soughtFriends of Advantage is accepting donations of new or gently used prom or formal gowns for its upcoming "adDRESS a Need" benefit dress sale. All proceeds will benefit Advantage Behavioral Health Systems.
Thursday, February 11 Student textbook exchange designed to cut the middlemanA University of Georgia student has started a business he hopes will ease the pain a little for his fellow students - the pain of buying expensive textbooks at the beginning of each semester.
Monday, February 08 Blueprint: How you can helpTo assist the organizations you see here please, call the contact listed. To have your nonprofit needs included, call (706) 208-2302. For a complete list of local agency needs go to onlineathens.com/blueprint.
Sunday, February 07 Blueprint: Volunteer opportunities, calendarTo sign up for any activities listed on this page, call HandsOn NEGA at (706) 353-1313. For a complete listing of all upcoming events and opportunities, visit onlineathens.com/blueprint.
Successful fundraising campaign celebratedMore than 250 donors and supporters of the United Way of Northeast Georgia gathered last week to celebrate the organization's 2009 fundraising campaign. United Way raised $2,180,000, $5,000 more than what was announced at last year's annual meeting.
Mardi Gras Athens fundraiser FridayFamily Counseling Services of Athens will host the third annual Mardi Gras Athens fundraiser from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday at The Melting Point. The event will feature a costume party, an authentic Cajun meal, a $1,000 cash prize and raffle, a silent auction and door prizes. The king and queen of Mardi Gras Athens also will be announced.
Registration open at Learning InstituteRegistration is open for courses and events at the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at The University of Georgia.
Applications taken for youth awardApplications are being accepted for Jackson Electric Membership Corp.'s 2010 Youth Citizenship Award. Applicants should be a high school junior or senior and be involved in community or school volunteer organizations whose chief objective is improving the community.
Free tax preparation available for needyFree tax preparation and free E-filing will be offered by the AARP Tax-Aide Program through April 15 to help middle and low income taxpayers, with special attention to those ages 60 years and older. Participants do not need to be an AARP member to participate in the service.
Habitat Hustle 5K set for Feb. 20The Gainesville State College - Oconee Habitat for Humanity campus chapter will host Habitat Hustle, a 5K run to benefit the Athens Area Habitat for Humanity, beginning at 3 p.m. Feb. 20 at Gainesville State College, Oconee campus, 1201 Bishop Farms Parkway, Watkinsville. Early registration ends Friday and is $12 for Gainesville students and $15 for nonstudents.
Saturday, February 06 Workers lift GED obstaclesErin Barger often shares job openings with the visitors of Our Daily Bread soup kitchen at the Oconee Street United Methodist Church.
Tuesday, February 02 Blueprint: How you can helpMore people have stayed warm during the recent cold weather thanks to donations of sleeping bags and blankets made to Athens Urban Ministries. With your support, Athens Urban Ministries and the other organizations listed here can continue to serve the community. Below is a list of needs for nonprofits in the Athens area:
Monday, February 01 Blueprint: Volunteer opportunities, calendarTo sign up for any activities listed on this page, call HandsOn NEGA at (706) 353-1313. For a complete listing of all upcoming events and opportunities, visit onlineathens.com/blueprint.
Sunday, January 31 Saturdays a success for buildsAthens Area Habitat for Humanity believes that everyone deserves the opportunity to own his or her own home, and Saturday builds are a big part of making that vision become a reality for Clarke, Oconee and Oglethorpe residents.
Rabies and Microchip Clinic offered Feb. 13The Hall County Animal Shelter will offer a Rabies and Microchip Clinic from 12:30 to 4 p.m. Feb. 13 at the Chicopee Woods Agricultural Center's activity hall, 1855 Calvary Church Road, Gainesville.
Masada Leather a drop-off location for Soles4SoulsIn an effort to help those in Haiti, Masada Leather and Outdoor of Athens is partnering with Soles4Souls as a drop-off location for those who would like to donate new or gently worn shoes or make monetary donations to help fund immediate shipping.
Which Wich to donate percentage to nonprofitUGA's student-run PR firm, Creative Consultants, has organized percentage nights at Which Wich in downtown Athens to support Interfaith Hospitality Network of Athens and its efforts to serve and empower homeless families in the Athens community.
Library has volunteer opportunities availableThe Athens-Clarke County Library has multiple volunteer opportunities available. Library experience is not required, and training will be provided.
Heel-a-Thon to benefit Junior League's charitiesBlvd. Magazine and the Junior League of Athens will sponsor the "Heel-a-Thon," at 5 p.m. Thursday at the Taylor Grady House.
Tuesday, January 26 Blueprint: How you can helpTo assist the organizations you see here please, call the contact listed. To have your nonprofit needs included, call (706) 208-2302. For a complete list of local agency needs go to onlineathens.com/blueprint.
Sunday, January 24 Barrow EMT goes to HaitiFirefighter Dany Menard of Barrow County Emergency Services is on his way to assist in the disaster relief efforts in Haiti.
Blueprint: Volunteer opportunities, calendarTo sign up for any activities listed on this page, call HandsOn NEGA at (706) 353-1313. For a complete listing of all upcoming events and opportunities, visit onlineathens.com/blueprint.
Watkinsville Cemetery cleanup day plannedThe Oconee County Chapter of the D.A.R. is hosting a cleanup day at the Watkinsville Cemetery, Simonton Bridge Road, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday.
Community Foundation to distribute grantsThe Athens Area Community Foundation aims to distribute $25,000 to local organizations in April 2010. Grants will average between $1,000 and $5,000 each.
Free training today for parents of disabledParent to Parent of Georgia will offer free training for parents of students with disabilities from 6 to 8 p.m. today at the North Oconee High School Fine Arts Auditorium, 1081 Rocky Branch Road in Bogart.
Golfing fundraiser to benefit local youthThe Classic City Golf Association, a local nonprofit, will host a golfing fundraiser March 29 at the Athens Country Club. Entry fees are $125 per player or $500 for a team of four.
Free dance lessons for boys at DancefxIn an effort to get more boys interested in dancing, Dancefx is opening all of its youth program classes to boys for free. Boys ages 21/2 to 17 are invited to try out and join unlimited dance classes this spring session.
Donations sought for annual Gift of HopeThe Ark United Ministry Outreach Center is asking the public to make donations to The Ark's "Gift of Hope," which will be used throughout the year to provide emergency assistance for rent, utilities, prescription medicine and other basic life necessities to those in need in the community.
Donations needed for thrift sale FundraiserThe Oconee Cultural Arts Foundation is seeking new or used items for its annual thrift sale fundraiser.
Habitat home in Bogart to be dedicated TuesdayThe Athens Area Habitat for Humanity will dedicate the Rahming family home at 5:15 p.m. Tuesday at 100 Redfern Circle in Bogart. The dedication ceremony celebrates the completion of the house and thanks the volunteers who gave time and materials to the build.
Free tax prep offered for needy individualsThe Georgia Federal Credit Union is partnering with University of Georgia's College of Family and Consumer Sciences to offer free tax preparation to low- and middle-income individuals through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program.
Project Safe holding volunteer trainingProject Safe will host training for direct service volunteers from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday.
Tuesday, January 19 Blueprint: How you can helpTo assist the organizations you see here please, call the contact listed. To have your nonprofit needs included, call (706) 208-2302. For a complete list of local agency needs go to onlineathens.com/blueprint.
Sunday, January 17 Blueprint: Volunteer opportunities, calendarTo sign up for any activities listed on this page, call HandsOn NEGA at (706) 353-1313. For a complete listing of all upcoming events and opportunities, visit onlineathens.com/blueprint.
Spanish-speaking intern sought to help with censusThe Athens-Clarke County Planning Department is seeking an unpaid intern to help educate the local Hispanic community regarding the 2010 census.
O negative, B negative blood in desperate needTypes O negative and B negative blood supplies have dropped to emergency levels and the Red Cross needs help to get supplies back up.
Volunteers needed for school quiz eventThe Cedar Shoals High School QuizJags academic team will host the Bulldog Brawl on Jan. 30 and the Jaguar Bowl IV on March 20. Both events will have more than 30 academic teams in competition. Adults are needed to serve as readers and scorekeepers.
Tuesday, January 12 Blueprint: How you can helpTo assist the organizations you see here please, call the contact listed. To have your nonprofit needs included, call (706) 208-2302. For a complete list of local agency needs go to onlineathens.com/blueprint.
Monday, January 11 Organizers seek supplies for MLK Day of Service eventAn overwhelming number of volunteers have stepped up to help for the Athens Martin Luther King Day of Service on Jan. 18 - so many, in fact, that organizers are in need of more donations and supplies for the added volunteers.
Blueprint: Volunteer opportunities, calendarTo sign up for any activities listed on this page, call HandsOn NEGA at (706) 353-1313. For a complete listing of all upcoming events and opportunities, visit onlineathens.com/blueprint.
Free Nurturing program for parents begins TuesdayThe Nurturing Program teaches parents new ways of understanding their child's needs, interacting with each other, developing more positive family relationships and other new skills for coping with the stress of being a parent, and essential life skills to assist in daily living.
Tuesday, January 05 Blueprint: How you can helpTo assist the organizations you see here please, call the contact listed. To have your nonprofit needs included, call (706) 208-2302. For a complete list of local agency needs go to onlineathens.com/blueprint.
Monday, January 04 Blueprint: Volunteer opportunities, calendarTo sign up for any activities listed on this page, call HandsOn NEGA at (706) 353-1313. For a complete listing of all upcoming events and opportunities, visit onlineathens.com/blueprint.
Sunday, January 03 Volunteers, sponsors sought for MLK Day of ServiceVolunteers and sponsors now can sign up to participate in the Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service, which will be held Monday, Jan. 18.
Family Fun Night hosted at Lay Park with potluck dinnerA Family Fun Night is set for at 6 p.m. Jan. 12 at Thomas Lay Park. The fee is $1 per person, and families should bring a potluck dish to share with others. The event will feature music and friendly competitions, including hula-hoop contests, sack races, a free-throw contest, card games and more.
Tuesday, December 29 Blueprint: How you can helpTo assist the organizations you see here please, call the contact listed. To have your nonprofit needs included, call (706) 208-2302. For a complete list of local agency needs go to onlineathens.com/blueprint.
Monday, December 28 Blueprint: Volunteer opportunitiesTo sign up for any activities listed on this page, call HandsOn NEGA at (706) 353-1313. For a complete listing of all upcoming events and opportunities, visit onlineathens.com/blueprint.
Sunday, December 27 Georgia Power makes donation to hospital's doll committeeThe Athens Hadassah Hospital Doll Committee recently received a $500 donation from Georgia Power, which will fully cover their donation needs for months to come.
Council offering scholarships to offset cost of GED testingThe Athens-Clarke Literacy Council is accepting applications for scholarships for financially needy students who are prepared to take all or part of the GED examination.
Red Cross hosting holiday toy and food drive through SaturdayThe American Red Cross Athens Blood Donation Center, 3525 Atlanta Highway, is hosting a holiday toy and food drive to benefit the Athens Area Humane Society and Project Safe.
Jittery Joe's helps BikeAthens refurbish more than 60 bikesBikeAthens was able to refurbish and donate more than 60 children's bicycles to local families in need this holiday season thanks to the support of Jittery Joe's and drinkers of Alternative Fuel, a special coffee blend designed to support the programs and activities of BikeAthens.
Tuesday, December 22 Blueprint: How you can helpTo assist the organizations you see here please, call the contact listed. To have your nonprofit needs included, call (706) 208-2302. For a complete list of local agency needs go to onlineathens.com/blueprint.
Sunday, December 20 Blueprint: Volunteer opportunities, calendarTo sign up for any activities listed on this page, call HandsOn NEGA at (706) 353-1313. For a complete listing of all upcoming events and opportunities, visit onlineathens.com/blueprint.
Blueprint pays off for centerAdvantage Behavioral Health Systems has appeared in the Blueprint Needs List for the past several weeks.
Nonprofits cash in with tourneyMore than 100 people representing 75 nonprofit organizations convened last Monday at the Foundry Park Inn & Spa to learn more about the "Tickets Fore Charity" program offered by the Stadion Athens Classic at UGA.
Photos: Rock-n-Racquets at UGAIn the photos at lower left, professional tennis player Serena Williams led a tennis clinic earlier this month with members of the Boys & Girls Club of Athens as part of the SunTrust Rock-n-Racquets exhibition, which was held at Stegeman Coliseum.
Totes 2 Tots bag drive planned in JanuaryGeorgia Cancer Specialists and Atlanta Oncology Associates will host the eighth annual "Totes 2 Tots"suitcase drive for foster children from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Jan. 15 at the Georgia Cancer Specialists Athens office, 1000 Hawthorne Ave., Suite J.
Blue Lights House a toy dropoff locationThe community is invited to see the Christmas lights at the Athens Blue Lights House, located at 430 Brickleberry Ridge in Athens. The Blue Lights House is also an official Toys For Tots donation site accepting new, unwrapped toys.
Red Cross hosting toy and food driveThe American Red Cross Athens Blood Donation Center, 3525 Atlanta Highway, is hosting a holiday toy and food drive to benefit the Athens Area Humane Society and Project Safe. The drive is held from noon-7 p.m. Mondays-Wednesdays and from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Thursdays-Saturdays through Jan. 2.
Tuesday, December 15 Blueprint: How you can helpTo assist the organizations you see here please, call the contact listed. To have your nonprofit needs included, call (706) 208-2302. For a complete list of local agency needs go to onlineathens.com/blueprint.
Sunday, December 13 Blueprint: Volunteer opportunities, calendarTo sign up for any activities listed on this page, call HandsOn NEGA at (706) 353-1313. For a complete listing of all upcoming events and opportunities, visit onlineathens.com/blueprint.
New organizations join 2009 area United Way campaignUnited Way of Northeast Georgia announced that 15 new organizations have joined the 2009 campaign.
Sgt. Courtney Gale hosting blood driveAthens-Clarke police Sgt. Courtney Gale, who was stabbed by an attacker in December 2007, is hosting a blood drive to benefit the American Red Cross from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dec. 24 at the Kroger on Alps Road.
Mother-daughters invited to discuss family topicsThe Sisters of Colors Organization offers an opportunity for mothers and their daughters (ages 6 to 17) to spend quality time together and have fun discussing various topics and concerns with other mothers and daughters.
Buffalo's invites patrons to help needy childrenVisit Buffalo's Southwest Cafe at 195 Alps Road to participate in the "White Buffalo's Christmas for Children." Restaurant-goers can choose a "White Buffalo" tag from the tree and purchase the suggestions listed for a needy child in the area.
Habitat Restore accepting itemsAthens Area Habitat for Humanity is accepting winter clothing, furniture, working appliances, building supplies, decorations and more.
Totes 2 Tots suitcase, bag drive planned for TuesdayGeorgia Cancer Specialists and Atlanta Oncology Associates will host the eighth annual "Totes 2 Tots" suitcase drive for foster children from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Georgia Cancer Specialists Athens office, 1000 Hawthorne Ave., Suite J.
Ark seeks donations to be used all yearThe Ark is asking for area residents to make donations to its "Gift of Hope" program, which will be used throughout the year to provide emergency assistance for rent, utilities, prescription medicine and other basic life necessities.
Jaycees team up with Marines for toy driveThe North Georgia Jaycees have partnered with the Marine Corps League of Athens to provide some volunteer labor for this year's Toys for Tots drive.
Tickets on sale for 'Junk in Your Trunk'Tickets now are for sale for the Oconee Civitan's Inaugural "Junk in Your Trunk" Barbecue and Yard Sale.
Monday, December 07 Charities pitch in for UGA tourneyThe University of Georgia's professional golf tournament will enlist the help of local charities to sell tickets to the event - but will hand back to the charities all the money they collect for the tickets.
Sunday, December 06 Blueprint: Volunteer opportunities, calendarTo sign up for any activities listed on this page, call HandsOn NEGA at (706) 353-1313. For a complete listing of all upcoming events and opportunities, visit onlineathens.com/blueprint.
Jaycees team up with Marines for toy driveThe North Georgia Jaycees have partnered with the Marine Corps League of Athens to provide some volunteer labor for this year's Toys for Tots drive.
Empty Stocking Toy Drive in progress for BarrowBarrow County Emergency Services will hold an Empty Stocking Toy Drive to benefit Barrow County children through the Holiday Connection from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday in the Target and Staples parking lot.
Coile Middle classes in need of suppliesA social studies class at Coile Middle School is working to create a more effective organization system for students. Specifically, they are looking to collect 90 3-subject spiral notebooks as part of a new overall system.
Sgt. Courtney Gale hosting blood driveAthens-Clarke police Sgt. Courtney Gale, who was stabbed by an attacker in December 2007, is hosting a blood drive to benefit the American Red Cross from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dec. 24 at the Kroger on Alps Road.
Empty Stocking Fund benefit concert plannedA benefit concert featuring Dodd Ferrelle, The Burning Angels, Blueswater Bridge and Boo Ray will be held at 9 a.m. Dec. 18 at the Office Lounge in Homewood Hills Shopping Center.
Monday, November 30 Blueprint: How you can helpOver the past two months this column has run the Needs Lists of several local nonprofits. The Goodwill Career Center, Odyssey Healthcare, Community Connection of Northeast Georgia and Athens Hadassah all have had responses to their lists, yet they and the other organizations listed still need donations, especially during the holiday season.
Sunday, November 29 Blueprint: Give, get and grow helpSign-up to give help for the volunteer opportunities below. www.HandsOnNortheastGeorgia.org or call (706) 353-1313.
Program refurbs donated bikes for needy area kidsThanksgiving marked the kickoff of Bike Athens' seventh annual "Holiday Bikes to Kids Program," which will run until the week before Christmas.
Cedar Shoals band working to replace aging instrumentsCedar Shoals High School's band, Classic City Sound, has been invited to appear in the National Fourth of July parade in Washington D.C. in 2010 and is trying to raise money to replace aging and substandard instruments before appearing before the nation on behalf of Clarke County and Georgia.
Online radio station to host broadcasts to benefit charitiesClassic City's Caring Hearts will air online from 6-10 a.m. Dec. 7-11 through Classic City Radio's Web page, www.classiccityradio.webs.com in a series of Internet radio broadcasts to benefit charities in the Athens community.
Saturday, November 28 More in area needing food aidMore Northeast Georgians are having a hard time getting enough food, according to both federal reports and locals who work to get food to hungry people.
On-field rivals team up to boost charityGeorgia and Georgia Tech football players at today's matchup in Atlanta will be unified in one thing as they try to smash each other in the season's final game.
Sunday, November 15 Blueprint: Volunteer opportunities, calendarTo sign up for any activities listed on this page, call HandsOn NEGA at (706) 353-1313. For a complete listing of all upcoming events and opportunities, visit onlineathens.com/blueprint.
Food Bank fights Tech for good causeThe Food Bank of Northeast Georgia will join The Atlanta Community Food Bank during the "Beat Tech Food Fight" between the University of Georgia and Georgia Tech to see which school can raise the most food for its community.
Holiday needs/volunteer opportunities soughtHandsOn NEGA/Community Connection and the Athens Banner-Herald are seeking any holiday volunteer programs, activities or special holiday needs from groups and organizations to list in the upcoming Blueprint holiday edition.
Turkey, food distribution for needy planned ThursdayTurkeys and food items will be given to those in need from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Thursday at Athens Sleep Inn and Suites Hotel, 109 Florence Drive. Hope Springs Fellowship Church will host the event.
'Foot the Bill' fundraiser at local eateries SaturdayThe Athens Adoption Resource Program will sponsor its "Foot the Bill" fundraiser Saturday, when some Clarke and Oconee area restaurants are pledging to give as much as 10 percent of their sales on this day to support orphans and adoption.
Sunday, November 08 Program aims to offer better Christmas for elderly in areaChristmas trees. A common reaction to the mention of Christmas trees in early November usually evokes the thought, "We haven't even gotten to Thanksgiving and you want to talk about Christmas trees?"
Monday, October 26 Fright night becomes Sight Night for studentsClarke Middle School students are doing something different this Halloween.
Saturday, October 24 Bank workers invest time, money to helpWinder banking professional Brandy Johnson understands the power of one now.
Editorial: Government is a place to offer talentsFrom tutoring and mentoring young people to helping the area's poor and homeless meet their needs, there are any number of opportunities for residents of Athens-Clarke County to volunteer their time, their talents and their resources to make this a better place to live, work and play.
Monday, October 12 Funding sought for Jackson shelterAnimal advocates in Jackson County long have complained that the community doesn't have a shelter for abandoned or stray dogs and cats, and now they have a plan to change that.
Tuesday, October 06 Clarke Middle's LEO Club pitches in at Brooklyn CemeteryA group of Clarke Middle School students have dedicated themselves this year to cleaning up a 19th-century cemetery for working-class blacks and trying to preserve some of the tangled history underneath the weedy, overgrown graves.
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 Teacher, a presidential award winner, challenges young minds NICHOLSON - Students in Rachael Parr's seventh-grade life science class at East Jackson Middle School learn more than what they glean from the pages of a textbook or the lines of a lecture.
Governor: Amid recession, tourist dollars vital to stateIn a state decimated by a global recession, tourism is more important than ever, Gov. Sonny Perdue said Wednesday at a conference in Athens for the hospitality industry.
Local tourism gets boost as Athens hosts annual industry conferenceAthens’ tourism industry is getting a much-needed boost this week — from the tourism industry itself.
Athens Health and Wellness Day10th Annual Fall Wine Fest Fundraiser |
