Athens Forever Bicentennial Series
Kenny and Amanda Smith – Fiddlers Concert Series
Athens State University - McCandless Hall 300 N. Beaty Street, Athens, AL, United StatesJoin us for a special performance by Kenny & Amanda Smith as part of the 2021-2022 Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Concert Series! Winners of the IBMA’s prestigious “Emerging Artist of the Year” award in 2003, the Kenny and Amanda Smith Band combines gutsy, heartfelt vocals, brilliant instrumental talents, and a powerful, contemporary sense of [...]
Black History Month Lunch & Learn – “The Legacy of James Meredith: From Activism to Policy Making”
Athens State University - Ballroom 300 North Beaty Street, Athens, AL, United StatesFeaturing Mr. John Meredith, Huntsville Council Member Join us for a Black History Month Lunch & Learn featuring Mr. John Meredith, Huntsville Council Member and son of civil rights icon James H. Meredith (who was the first African American to enroll and graduate from the previously-segregated University of Mississippi). This event is featured as part [...]
From History to Hip Hop featuring Jonathan Blanchard
Athens State University - McCandless Hall 300 N. Beaty Street, Athens, AL, United StatesPlease join us as soul singer Jonathan Blanchard leads an interactive concert and storytelling experience called "From History to Hip Hop" that chronicles the evolution of African American music, from the work song to hip hop. Jonathan uses music and the arts to explore historical events and social issues. “From History to Hip Hop” showcases [...]
Dan Tyminski Presented by the Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention
Athens State University - McCandless Hall 300 N. Beaty Street, Athens, AL, United StatesJoin us for a special engagement featuring Dan Tyminski presented by the Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention in conjunction with the Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Concert Series! For over 30 years, Dan Tyminski has left his mark in every corner of modern music. Tyminski’s voice famously accompanies George Clooney's performance of the Stanley [...]
International Women’s Day Event
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Foundation Scholarship Reception & Alumni Awards Ceremony
Athens State University - Carter Physical Education Center 300 N Beaty St., Athens, AL, United States
Appalachian Roadshow – Fiddlers Concert Series
Athens State University - McCandless Hall 300 N. Beaty Street, Athens, AL, United StatesJoin us for a special performance by Appalachian Roadshow as part of the 2021-2022 Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Concert Series! This concert is brought to you by our platinum sponsor, Intech Athens. Appalachian Roadshow is a visionary acoustic ensemble, bringing new-generation interpretations of traditional Americana, Bluegrass, and Folk songs, as well as offering innovative [...]
Earth Day
Keep Athens-Limestone Beautiful’s annual event is FREE and open to the public! Most events will take place in Carter Gymnasium; signage will be placed to point you to the various exhibits. A few of the attractions will include: Vicky Beckham Smith (“The Bat Lady”) and a few of her ‘winged’ friends will provide two educational [...]
Joe Mullins & The Radio Ramblers – Fiddlers Concert Series
Athens State University - McCandless Hall 300 N. Beaty Street, Athens, AL, United StatesJoin us for a special performance by Joe Mullins & The Radio Ramblers as part of the 2021-2022 Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Concert Series! Having gained the reputation as a band who always chooses great songs for their projects, the recognizable sound of Joe Mullins & The Radio Ramblers, with their rich vocals, have [...]
Jillian Gardner Organ Recital
Athens State University - McCandless Hall 300 N. Beaty Street, Athens, AL, United StatesAthens State University will be welcoming award-winning organist, Jillian Gardner, to campus to perform a recital on the historic McCandless Hall organ. As part of the “Athens Forever” Bicentennial Series, the event will take place on June 9 at 7:00 pm in McCandless Hall and will be free and open to the public. Registration is [...]