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Alpha to Omega: A daily nutrients guide

As children we all had that moment when we sat at the dining room table, pushing our food around with the fork, dreading the last bite of carrots. Our doting mothers would smile and say, “Eat your vegetables, and you will grow up to be big and strong.” Many years later, we are all grown up and still have no idea what those carrots really did to help us grow.

Grade school friends form Southern folk Benjy Davis Project

Swiss psychiatrist Carl Jung once said, “The meeting of two personalities is like the contact of two chemical substances: if there is any reaction, both are transformed.” The same type of transformation came when lead singer and guitarist Benjy Davis and percussionist Mic Capdevielle met in grade school; the two instantly bonded.

Local groups use voices to fight cancer at first benefit

The spring season promises sprouting flowers, fresh afternoon rain showers and pleasant breezes. This year, it will also bring a chorus of perfectly harmonized voices echoing throughout The Classic Center with the premiere of the first annual SpringSing benefit concert, hosted by Team Burns and the UGA Accidentals.

NAACP celebrates 100 years

Since its grassroots founding on Feb. 12, 1909, the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People has spread its arms of influence to reach and affect supporters and members both across the country and internationally. Tomorrow, the University’s chapter of NAACP will celebrate 100 years of success by honoring students and people from the Athens community in the Third Annual Image Award Ceremony.

Tokyo theatre opens curtain in Athens

The ancient form of Noh theatre, which can trace its beginnings back to the early 1300s, is still influencing countless Western productions.

Show hosts local bands in weekly series, adds broadcast component

“It’s a celebration of the ‘weekend-ness,’” said WUGA 91.7′s program director Robb Holmes, about the “It’s Friday!” series.

The first show aired in a small room, no bigger than a walk-in closet. Holmes was at the control board, the performer across from him, with guitar in hand and amp at his feet.

Theater adapts holiday classic

In 1983, Jean Shepherd’s film, “A Christmas Story,” introduced the American home to Ralphie Parker, a leg lamp, a pink bunny suit and, of course, “You’ll shoot your eye out.” Starting tonight, the motion picture classic moves to the Elbert Theatre stage. Staying true to the original film, the play will trace 9-year-old Ralphie Parker’s efforts to obtain a Red Ryder BB Gun for Christmas.

A Recession-ite’s Guide to Cheap Gift-giving

In these money-tight times, finding inexpensive and meaningful alternatives to the usual lavish and expensive gifts is difficult.

Instead of spending last week’s paycheck on one present, use a portion of the money to buy materials for easy-to-make gifts.

Global etiquette examined at seminar

The Institute of International Student Life allows students the opportunity to gain exposure to a global community without taking one step off campus. KISS, BOW OR SHAKE HANDSWhen: 7 to 9:30 tonight Where: 137 Tate Student Center More Information: Call 706-542-5867 Price: Free The institute was founded last year and focuses on different styles of leadership and international service learning.