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The Newcomers Guide 2016 - Previously Titled the Move2

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Only in Augusta, con’td.<br />

Paul Pearman Belt Buckles – Paul Pearman follows two simple<br />

rules when producing his much-in-demand mosaic art. It must be functional<br />

and it must be beautiful. By far his most popular work are belt buckles<br />

incrusted in polished stone, colored glass and occasionally <strong>the</strong> odd fossil.<br />

<strong>The</strong>y have proven popular not only with local collectors, but <strong>the</strong> like of Keith<br />

Richards and Sheryl Crow as well.<br />

T’s Restaurant Hushpuppies – <strong>The</strong> hushpuppy is not, in itself,<br />

that exotic. But if this simple corn fritter has a spiritual home, it is probably<br />

<strong>the</strong> Southside mainstay T’s. Yes, <strong>the</strong> fried fish and shrimp is pretty incredible,<br />

but mention this restaurant to any of its fans and <strong>the</strong> first thing mentioned<br />

will be those pups.<br />

Kricket Krap – Around here, gardeners-in-<strong>the</strong>know<br />

look one place for fertilizer – crickets. More<br />

specifically, <strong>the</strong>y look to Kricket Krap – a locally<br />

sourced cricket compost. Founded by Bill Bricker,<br />

Bricker Organics – or Bricko for short – produces a<br />

variety of compost, plant food and fertilizer products.<br />

Still, it’s a cottage industry built on <strong>the</strong> foundation of<br />

Kricket Krap.<br />

Tire City Potters – Local artist Shishir Chokshi has managed to make<br />

what was once a small studio tucked into an old tire store – hence <strong>the</strong> name<br />

– off Broad Street into a destination for collectors seeking locally produced<br />

art. Not only will patrons find hand-thrown cups, vases and plates available<br />

for per-piece purchase, but Chokshi will takes custom orders for dinnerwear<br />

sets.<br />

COMMUNITY<br />

Disc Golf – Everyone knows Augusta is a golf mecca.<br />

What kind of golf depends on who you ask. <strong>The</strong><br />

headquarters for <strong>the</strong> Professional Disc Golf Association<br />

is located in <strong>the</strong> quiet community of Appling – just a<br />

short drive down Washington Road from <strong>the</strong> Augusta<br />

National. <strong>The</strong> venue features three courses, a practice<br />

facility, museum and, if you want to dress – or throw –<br />

like a pro, <strong>the</strong>y can hook you up <strong>the</strong>re as well.<br />

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