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St. Patrick’s Day Celebration Ideas

While most everyone wears green on March 17, there may be other ways you are hoping to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day without traveling to a big parade or Irish pub. You may be concerned about your health or the health of others as we are still in a global pandemic

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Inspirational Women who Make the World a Better Place

International Women’s Day is celebrated on March 8 every year. The goal is to celebrate the success of women and raise awareness against bias as a challenge to bring change. Here are a few notable women who have worked to make the world a better place:    Margaret Thatcher (1925-2013)

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The History of Sacred Heart Cultural Center

Augusta is full of rich history, and the Sacred Heart Cultural Center in the Downtown Historic District is a cornerstone of the area. If you’ve never visited the former Catholic Church, it is definitely worth the visit.  In 1874, Father Theodore Butler purchased a home and lot for $10,000 in

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The Best Outdoor Activities in March

The arrival of spring means warmer weather, beautiful blooms and fun times spent outdoors. Welcome the new season by stepping outside and trying these activities:    Create a leprechaun garden. This is a St. Patrick’s Day themed twist on a classic fairy garden, where gnomes and leprechauns can be used

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Local Disc Golf Courses

Augusta is known for golf, but did you know Augusta is also home to the Professional Disc Golf Association? Better known as the PDGA, it is the governing body behind Disc Golf. They are in charge of maintaining the rules and player rankings.    What is disc golf? It is

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Taco Twos Day and More

There have been a lot of interesting dates since the turn of Y2K-  01/01/01, 02/02/02, and on it goes. But February 22, 2022 is an especially fun day because 2/22/22 falls on a Tuesday. Here are one or TWO ways to commemorate “2’s” day.   Taco Twosday: A popular tradition

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February Comfort Food Recipes

The cold weather brings a desire for warm, cozy food. While there are classic family recipes to keep around for your favorite soup or hot chocolate, there are plenty of new foods to try this month that may bring comfort in a way you have never felt before. Here is

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Aiken Horse Events

Aiken, South Carolina is about as famous for horses and equestrian activities as Augusta is for the Masters Tournament. Since the 1800s, the Aiken area has welcomed horses and the activities they bring for visitors and locals to enjoy. If you are hoping to add horse-related activities to your schedule

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