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AubFest VII presents a weekend of art, music and fun

By Jennifer Santiago | Lifestyle Editor and Katelyn Smith | Lifestyle Writer | October 5

From Oct. 3 to Oct. 5, AubFest hosted an estimated 1,200 attendees for its seventh edition at the local ATV park, Boggin’ On The Plains. Tickets for the biannual festival’s largest year yet sold for $30 online and included access to camping, food trucks, retail vendors and over 30 performances and the headliner, Post Sex Nachos.

Fourth time's a charm: Botanic's Got Talent kicks off once again this October

By Amelia Gatzke | Lifestyle Writer | October 1

Botanic's Got Talent, a talent show featuring the Auburn-Opelika community, has returned for its fourth season. This competition will take place at Botanic's Patio Bar throughout the fall, with the public encouraged to watch performances.

Amped up for AubFest: Upcoming DIY music festival is back and bigger than ever

By Katelyn Smith | Lifestyle Writer | September 26

The seventh edition of AubFest will return from Oct. 3 to 5 at Boggin’ On The Plains, a local ATV recreation park. Hosted twice a year, the local DIY, music festival highlights regional bands and performers of all backgrounds and genres, while offering a place where the community can come together.

Turning over a new leaf: The Artist’s Harvest Exhibition begins this October

By Amelia Gatzke | Lifestyle Writer | September 15

From Oct. 1 until Nov. 4, Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center (JDCAC) will hold its first-ever Artist's Harvest Exhibition, an opportunity for local artists to showcase their artwork and express their love for Halloween and the fall season. A reception and market, where these JDCAC-affiliated artists can sell their pieces and gain exposure in the world of creativity, will also take place on Thursday, Oct. 9, from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m.

Starting a new chapter: Auburn Public Library launches new reading service

By Amelia Gatzke | Lifestyle Writer | September 8

On Friday, Aug. 8, the Auburn Public Library (APL) released its brand new recommended reading service. This easy-to-use form provides readers with hand-picked suggestions designed to aid anyone in their journey to finding the exact book they’re looking for in just 24 to 48 hours.

'The Golden Years' of UPC's fall concerts: Joshua Bassett performs acoustic set

By Ella Walton | Newsletter Editor and Jennifer Santiago | Lifestyle Editor | August 24

On Saturday, Aug. 24, headliner Joshua Bassett was joined by opener Haven Madison at UPC's 2025 fall concert at the Jay and Susie Gogue Performing Arts Center. Both performers' crowd work made the experience an intimate one for Auburn University students in attendance.

The Jule of Auburn: Where art meets education

By Allison Foran | August 8

Tucked behind a shimmering pond on manicured grounds sits Auburn’s Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art. Affectionately referred to as “the Jule," the museum has become a hot spot for art appreciators, class trips and university events. 

Drum roll please: Insight into local music festival

By Sam Bainter | Assistant Lifestyle Editor | August 8

AubFest, a local DIY music festival, showcases regional bands around the Auburn area, emphasizing community and creativity. The DIY music movement in Auburn was built on the belief that one can make anything happen, whether that means hosting shows in someone's basement or outside in the woods, like AubFest. 

More than a stage: The Gogue Center connects Auburn to the arts

By Emily Basham | Culture Writer | August 7

The Jay and Susie Gogue Performing Arts Center at Auburn University opened in 2019. The Gogue Center has proudly presented numerous award-winning Broadway productions, well-known musicians and dance companies. The Gogue is dedicated to community engagement and helping audiences connect to the arts. 

Page Pairings: Sharing sips and stories at Auburn Oil Co. Booksellers

By Jennifer Santiago | Lifestyle Editor | July 18

On the evening of July 17, Auburn Oil Co. Booksellers welcomed book lovers and wine connoisseurs alike to its July Page Pairings, a monthly, ticketed event where guests can enjoy a selection of six different wines that each correspond to a selected novel. This month’s event featured special appearances from authors Daco Auffenorde and Lori Roy. 

The buzz about The Band Honey

By Clara Herrero | Culture Writer | April 30

With two singles out and a new album anticipated, The Band Honey — an alternative rock group of four Auburn university students — navigates the complexities of balancing student life with their musical ambitions. 

Garden in the Park returns to Opelika for a day of art, food and fun

By Jennifer Santiago | Lifestyle Editor | April 28

Garden in the Park, an art festival hosted annually by Keep Opelika Beautiful, will run from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, May 3, at Municipal Park in Opelika. The event focuses on promoting homemade goods, featuring over 30 homegrown art and food vendors, family-friendly activities and musical entertainment. 

May the force be with you: Auburn Public Library hosts Star Wars Imperial Gala

By Sam Bainter | Assistant Lifestyle Editor | April 28

The Auburn Public Library will host its Star Wars Imperial Gala on Thursday, May 1, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. This is a free, public event open to any Star Wars fan. The event will include free food, fun games, Star Wars-themed crafts, a DJ, a dance floor and a costume contest with prizes. 

Auburn CityFest set to welcome families for its 25th year on April 26

By Jennifer Santiago | Lifestyle Editor | April 21

Auburn Parks and Recreation will host the 25th annual Auburn CityFest on Saturday, April 26, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Kiesel Park. This free, outdoor, family-friendly event will feature headlining act Circus Incredible and a selection of live music, local food retailers and over 100 arts and crafts vendors. 

Unveiling Six Figures: Auburn's spring senior art showcase

By Sam Vise | Assistant Culture Editor | April 15

On April 15 at 5 p.m., Auburn’s department of art and art history unveiled the Spring 2025 Senior Project Exhibition, “Six Figures.” The exhibition will be open at the Biggin Gallery, located at 101 Biggin Hall, until April 25. 

AubFest and the DIY movement in Auburn

By Clara Herrero | Culture Writer | February 25

AubFest, a student-run music festival in Auburn, provides a platform for local artists and fosters a diverse music scene. The sixth edition of AubFest will take place on March 22 at Boggin' on the Plains, featuring live music, comedy and art.

Tuning into Auburn: Inside WEGL Radio

By Mason Flynn | Culture Writer | February 24

WEGL, Auburn University's entirely student-run and funded radio station, provides a platform for students of all majors to express their passions through diverse programming, from music shows to sports broadcasting. Listeners can tune into 91.1 FM to discover the creative talent and vibrant energy of WEGL.

From poetry to podcasts: The Circle prepares to publish its Spring 2025 issue

By Allison Foran | Lifestyle Writer | February 12

Auburn University's literary arts magazine, The Circle, is preparing to release its spring issue in April. Submissions, which closed Feb. 9, will follow the theme "A Hero's Journey," continuing the narrative begun in the fall issue.