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A Community Effort to Provide Nourishment: Soup-er Bowl this Saturday!

Artists from the Averitt Center for the Arts and the Statesboro Food Bank are teaming up with community partners to host Soup-er Bowl Saturday, which will offer a chance to not only enjoy delicious soups in locally handmade bowls but also to bring awareness to food insecurity in our community. Tickets are on sale now!

Feb 7, 2024 4:05 PM Read more >

Girls Just Wanna Brunch: An event for women's wellness at the Statesboro DRIPBaR

The DRIPBaR Statesboro recently welcomed members of the community for a "drip" event focused on women's health. Attendees enjoyed discounts, refreshments, and educational information.

Jan 28, 2024 10:25 AM Read more >

Saving the Honey Bees: The buzz on Bobby Colson's beekeeping in Bulloch

Bobby Colson's love for beekeeping began in his childhood, kindled by his father's passion for it. Now 86, the former owner of B&G Honey Farms work is a testament to the symbiotic relationship between humans and nature. Inspired by his dedication, Bulloch County recently unveiled two new 'Save The Bees' road signs, reflecting Colson's influence on local environmental awareness.

Jan 25, 2024 7:22 PM Read more >

Crafting Worlds: The Storytelling Art of Nancey B. Price in 'Black In Bloom'

Analog collage and installation artist Nancey B. Price's “Black In Bloom” is a unique opportunity for Price to invite people into her creative space and process, allowing them to better understand her creative identity as a whole. While best known for her work in collage art, Nancey prides herself on being a storyteller and world-builder.

Jan 19, 2024 7:25 PM Read more >

Savoring Success: The career of Patrick White, Food Fire + Knives 2023 Chef of the Year

Statesboro native Chef Patrick White began as "extra help" in the kitchen at the beloved Emma's restaurant. Through his natural talent, hard work, and dedication to his craft, he quickly worked his way up to chef in the restaurant. Today, he is a private chef who recently had the opportunity to showcase his culinary skills for none other than billionaire Michael Bloomberg.

Dec 28, 2023 7:10 PM Read more >

Mai Lan Nguyen's farewell to Orchid: A decade of culinary excellence and community love

Nguyen moved to the United States in 1996 and moved to Statesboro in 1997. Her family opened Nikko back then, and she later opened Orchid in 2013. The restaurant will soon transition to new ownership, but here she shares memories of the decade she has spent in the restaurant with her own children and members of the Statesboro community.

Dec 18, 2023 7:05 PM Read more >

Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairies: Nutcracker tradition returns to the Statesboro stage

This holiday season, Statesboro had the pleasure of welcoming a timeless favorite back to the Emma Kelly Theater stage—the enchanting Nutcracker Ballet! Check out all of the December events at the Averitt in this story.

Nov 30, 2023 5:30 PM Read more >

Kinship Endeavors Grand Opening: Greener living in the Boro

Charly Kinship, a passionate advocate for eco-friendly living and an Earth ambassador, has established Kinship Endeavors in the heart of the Boro—a distinctive storefront that serves as an educational hub and a supplier of sustainable products. The grand opening will be held on Saturday, November 11.

Nov 10, 2023 2:59 PM Read more >

A Wide World of Arts: Check out Georgia Southern's November highlights

While the Averitt Center for the Arts downtown serves as the cornerstone of artistic resources for Statesboro, it's worth noting that Georgia Southern University contributes to the local arts scene and offers a diverse array of cultural experiences and events open to the public, as well. In the following month, there are several exciting opportunities you won't want to miss! Explore the arts beyond the familiar, and let's dive into what Georgia Southern has in store for you.

Oct 26, 2023 7:10 PM Read more >

Broken Into Beautiful: An interview with Statesboro artist Marcy Simmons

Grice Connect reporter Julianna Leverette recently sat down with Marcy Simmons, a local artist who has turned her unimaginable pain into a source of artistic inspiration. Simmons, who tragically lost her oldest son to a traumatic gun incident, has emerged as a testament to the resilience of the human spirit. This article delves deeper into the remarkable story of an artist whose work encapsulates the transformative power of art born from adversity.

Sep 25, 2023 7:29 PM Read more >