“This event is about bringing people together—business, workforce, and community—to focus on real opportunity,” said Gordon. “We have the talent and potential right here. The goal is to better connect those resources so our community can grow and not be overlooked.”
Read MoreIf we believe public education should develop the whole child, then arts education must be defended as part of that mission, not treated like an optional add-on when convenient.
This is not just an arts issue. It is a public education issue. It is an equity issue. It is a workforce issue. It is a community issue.
Read MoreDuring my work with Cross Creek, I helped revise and update agriculture curriculum to include more business development and entrepreneurship. That mattered because agriculture education should not end with production. Students also need to understand how ideas become income, how enterprises are built, and how classroom learning connects to real opportunity.
Read MoreFrom church choirs and jazz stages to front porches, festivals, and songwriter circles, music has long been part of the heartbeat of this community.
Read MoreGreater Augusta Arts Council members can borrow items for up to five business days — from lighting kits and easels to sewing machines, DJ gear, and pottery tools — all free with your membership. Whether you’re a visual artist, musician, dancer, designer, or creative entrepreneur, this library helps you create, collaborate, and grow.
Read MoreWe’re excited to announce that applications are now open for the Jazz & Blues Stage at the 2025 Arts in the Heart of Augusta Festival—one of the Southeast’s most anticipated cultural events.
We welcome both emerging and established performing artists rooted in jazz, blues, soul, funk, fusion, or related genres. Whether you're an up-and-coming vocalist, a seasoned quartet, or an instrumental collective, we’d love to hear from you
Read MoreThe soulful sounds of summer are making their way back to Downtown Augusta as the beloved Candlelight Music Series returns to the Augusta Common beginning Sunday, May 4th. A tradition that blends music, community, and warm evening skies, the series will light up Sundays through Labor Day weekend —offering a perfect close to your weekend with live music beginning at 7:30 p.m. each week.
Read MoreIf you’re a small farm owner (or dreaming of becoming one), this post is for you. We're sharing how farm-based learning experiences can serve your community and generate a little extra income—without needing to host a full camp every month.
Read More“We’ve walked through fire—figuratively and literally. From health scares to hurricanes, this team and our partners showed up for Augusta every single time,” said Karen Gordon, Director of Growing Augusta. “To everyone working tirelessly in the food access and farmer support spaces, I see you, I thank you, and I celebrate you.”
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