By Adrienne Hamil on February 2, 2012 at 10:48 pm Under: Culture
BLVD loves keeping up with Athens’ ever shifting trends, its latest digs and the people that rock them. But on a broader scale, BLVD just loves Athens. It is home to all of us, whether Athens is simply a transitory stop along the way or a final place to start a family. But, for all the love we have for this city, for these streets we walk, bike and drive, there is still so much mystery. Though impossible to compile every Athens oddity, we’ve highlighted a few fun facts of Milledge Avenue.
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By Katie Lindley on February 2, 2012 at 10:43 pm Under: Culture
Every October, it seems that the world turns a little pink. October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month with pink as its signature color. Countless organizations host events to raise money and awareness throughout the year with concentrated efforts this month, and none more so than the Gamma Pi chapter of Zeta Tau Alpha at the University of Georgia.
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By Morgan Rushing on February 2, 2012 at 10:39 pm Under: Culture
At 19 years old, being diagnosed with breast cancer is probably the furthest thing from a young woman’s mind.At 19 most girls are in their freshman or sophomore year of college. Time is spent figuring out what to declare a major in, which fraternity party to go to on Thursday night, deciding if you want to wake up for your 8 am class or avoiding and desperately trying to lose the “freshman 15.”
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By Kate Foster on February 1, 2012 at 10:42 pm Under: Culture
In the midst of this chaotic, bustling journey that we call life, there is one all-inclusive human connector: the experience of a horrific date. Young and old, black and white, tall and short, each and every one of us can recall a romantic endeavor that makes us want to crawl into a hole and die at its very memory. Fortunately, such bone-chilling events also allow for quite hilarious stories.
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By Meagan Shinn on January 31, 2012 at 3:32 am Under: Culture
The art form of belly dance can be traced back to over 6000 years, where it began as a celebration of women who possessed the ability to create new life. Today’s belly dance still celebrates women by promoting the glorification of all body types, creating confidence and a sense of empowerment once women realize their bodies’ capabilities. Read More
By Hoban on March 31, 2011 at 3:11 am Under: Culture
April 2011 will mark the five year anniversary of Murph Dawg and CJ’s radio co-hosting career, a partnership that can be compared to a marriage. Read More
By Anita George on February 24, 2011 at 11:23 pm Under: Culture
A chance meeting at a New Year’s Eve party in Boston, Mass., wasn’t just the beginning of a 22-year romance. It sparked the realization of a lifelong dream held by an ambitious, yet fun-loving local couple: owning their own restaurant.
Rigoberto Figueroa and his wife Gilma are two of four owners of Picante’s Mexican Grill, located on East Broad Street. Read More
By Jamie Lamberski on February 24, 2011 at 10:45 pm Under: Culture
He’s got the personality of a small-town short order, but the artistic vision and skill of a graduate of the Sorbonne. But he didn’t go to culinary school. Armed with a brief education in political philosophy and experiences in “really good kitchens,” he has created a cultural oxymoron with his restaurants. Infused with Georgia history, he emphasizes the local color as he pursues his ideal of casual fine dining. Read More
By Caroline Kim on January 31, 2011 at 2:10 am Under: Culture
Chick-fil-A may have invented the chicken sandwich, but sometimes there’s just no substitute for a big, juicy burger. Luckily, Georgia is well-known for its burger culture. BLVD visited some of Athens’ best to find out what made their burgers so addicting. Read More
By An Nguyen on January 31, 2011 at 1:41 am Under: Culture, Style
Spring is almost here, and that means it is time for some spring cleaning. So clean and organize your house or apartment, but don’t forget that your life could do for some sprucing too. Check out BLVD’s Essentials below to spruce up your wardrobe, iPod and bookshelf!
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