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By the Book
Unexpected History
A look at Lake Country celebrities
we never knew.
In the Spirit
Dark Spirits
Warm up this winter with hearty
cocktails made from bourbon and
rye whiskey.
Before the Lake
Truthfully Told
Greene County African American
Museum opens after nearly 30
years in the making.
In the Gallery
Art and Education
Athens-based muralist brings
community issues to life with
‘Large Art Dreaming’ exhibit at
STMA.
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ABOUT THE
COVER:
This Cranberry
Pomegranate
Cro s t i n i
i s a f resh,
healthy t w i s t
on a c l a s s i c
cranberry
dish t h a t can
be served a l l
t h rough the
holidays and
beyond. For
more “ G u i l t - f ree
Gourmet”
recipes. See
page 4 8 .
Styled and
photog raphed by
Deborah Johnson
Behind the Brush
Merry and Bright
Atlanta-based sculptor creates
illuminated glass pieces inspired
by life on the water.
From the Heart
Raising the Roof
Lake Oconee Showcase of Homes
2021 raises enough funds for
Greene County Habitat for
Humanity to build four new
homes.
Happenings
Winter WonderLights debuts at
the State Botanical Gardens of
Georgia in Athens.
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