Did You Know?
The FIRST EVER Athens Restaurant Week is happening July 10-17!
Get ready to Dig In as the best restaurants in Athens present special lunch and dinner menus at GREAT prices all week long.
During Athens Restaurant Week, participating restaurants will offer two-course lunch selections at just $10 or $15, and three-course dinner selections at $25 or $35. What a great opportunity to try out a restaurant you haven't been to, or perhaps a favorite restaurant you haven't been to in a while!

Click below for an overview and list of participating restaurants!
Adopt a School!
NOW IS OUR TIME! Business leaders, partner with a school today to help work towards a brighter future!
One of the the Chamber's core projects, the Education/Workforce Development Division, works to build focused partnerships between the businesses in our community and schools in the Clarke County School District. Creating a valued and valid workforce starts early and requires effort - by all of us. 

PLEASE take the time to consider adopting a local school. By participating you show our young people what opportunities await them and you give them hope for a brighter tomorrow. 

Linked below is a flyer with more information as well as a form to fill out just to explore your interest.  
Upcoming Chamber Events!
Join us for Network Lunch at International Grill and Bar!
Come join us for good food and networking at International Grill and Bar for Network Lunch! We will hear from our member speaker, Bernstein Funeral Home, and door prizes will be provided by W4 Express Car Wash! 

Make sure to come with plenty of business cards and your 60 second pitch to share with guests!

We can't wait to see you there!
Looking to gain new business? Want to build trusted relationships with others in Athens? Join a Leads Group!
A second Leads Group under the Athens Area Chamber of Commerce is underway! The goal of a Leads Group is to share leads and generate business opportunities for its participants as well as develop trusted relationships through the networking process. With a leads group, only one business from each sector is represented (e.g one banker, one realtor, one insurance company, etc.) so there is no competition within the group.

Below are the industries already represented in our newest Leads Group.

  • Advertising - Lamar
  • Financial Advisor - Northwestern Mutual
  • Real Estate - 3Tree Realty
  • Higher Education - Piedmont University
  • Event Venue - LiveWire
  • Restaurant - Taziki's
  • Water Damage Restoration - ServPro
  • Audiology - Innovative Audiology

If you don't see your industry listed, please reach out to Robin Welch below, and join today!
Special greetings to our New Members of the Week!
We are so happy to have you on board!
Welcome to the AACOC, Bed Productions LLC!
Bed Productions LLC acts as a multidisciplinary team with a new take on video production. With careful planning, they provide brands and agencies with traditional broadcast videos, original photography and moving content that can be used in print media along with all digital or social platforms.
Welcome to the AACOC, Honest Abe Roofing of Athens! 
Honest Abe Roofing has been installing, repairing, and maintaining residential roofs since 2005. Each of their professionals are fully certified, so you can rest easy knowing you have a completely reliable team of experts working on your home.
Welcome to the AACOC, AU/UGA Medical Partnership!
The Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University and the University of Georgia partnered to create a four-year medical school campus in Athens to help alleviate a statewide shortage of physicians that threatens the health of Georgians.
Welcome to the AACOC, Reboot Jackson! 
Reboot Jackson aims to provide experience-based peer support and resources to those who are impacted by substance use and mental health challenges while advocating for self-directed recovery. 
Members in the News!
Applications are currently being accepted for The Classic Center Cultural Foundation’s Annual Grant!
The Classic Center Cultural Foundation is offering a grant opportunity for programs or projects that support performing, visual, or culinary arts efforts, or workforce development initiatives aligning with the hospitality industry in Athens-Clarke County. Applications are being accepted now and funding up to $5,000 is available. The deadline to apply is July 16, 2021. The recipient(s) will be chosen and awarded in August.

Click below to read more!
Elwood & Goetz Adds Dr. Michelle Kruger as a Financial Planner 
In her role, Dr. Kruger will develop and optimize evidence-based, comprehensive, and personalized financial plans and investment strategies for E&G’s clients. The independent wealth management firm serves more than 400 families and businesses in over 35 states.

Click below to read more! 
Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty and Synovus Bank Cooked and Served 800 Meals for Staff at St. Mary's Health Care System
On Thursday afternoon the grills were fired up and 550 pounds of barbecue pork began to slow cook overnight. On Friday, April 30th, Real Estate Agents and Bankers served 800 meals, to show their support for the Doctors, Nurses, and Staff at St. Mary’s Health Care System.

Click below to read more!
Want to be featured in the Members in the News Section?
To be featured in the Members in the News Section, submit your content to our 'Members in the News' section (events, press releases, employee recognitions, etc) through the Member Portal!

Feel free to contact
kim@athensga.com with questions!

Check out our Members in the news section using the link below!
Upcoming Community News and Events!
Georgia Options is partnering with various local organizations to organize "Treasure Maps: the Georgia Storytelling Roadshow."
Piedmont Athens Sport Medicine is sponsoring the Best of High School Sports USA Today program which will feature high profile sports personalities announcing local high school sports winners!
The East Athens Development Corporation is hosting a Job Resource Fair June 25!
Piedmont University's College of Education is hosting a Special Education Info Session!
Thank you to all of our 2021 Chamber Champions!
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