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Monday 10am - 6pm 6pm - 2am Tuesday 10am - 6pm 6pm - 2am Wednesday 10am - 6pm 6pm - 2am Thursday 10am - 6pm 6pm - 2am Friday 10am - 6pm 6pm - 2am Saturday 12pm - 6pm 6pm - 2am Sunday 12pm - 6pm 6pm - 2am

Nuçi's Space

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Nuçi's Space

Founded in 2000, Nuçi’s Space is a non-profit musicians' health and resource center in Athens, GA. For others additional help is needed.
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Business Hours 10am-6pm Mon-Fri
Rehearsal Space Hours 12pm-12am daily In 1999, the Phillips family of Atlanta formed the Nuçi Phillips Memorial Foundation in memory of their 22-year-old son and brother Nuçi, who in 1996 killed himself after a long battle with major depression. Nuçi was a talented musician and a promising student at the University of Georgia in Athens. Having lived the course of Nuçi’s illness with him, the family recognized the need for obstacle free, user-friendly ways of treating and supporting those who suffer from depression and other such disorders. With a focus on Nuçi’s fellow musicians, the nonprofit Foundation created Nuçi’s Space. It is a support/resource center dedicated to promoting the emotional, physical and occupational well-being of the music community. With a staff of musicians, under the guidance of founder Linda Phillips, the center provides a stable caring environment. For many, such an environment is all that is required to impart a sense of worth and value. They are referred to a group of off-site, licensed professional therapists who work closely with Nuçi’s Space to deliver affordable treatment. Since most musicians who use Nuçi’s Space have no health insurance, they are asked to pay a nominal fee and Nuçi’s Space pays the balance. In addition, a physician volunteers his services twice a month to see uninsured musicians with minor ailments. Working with an audiologist and an optometrist, the Space assists musicians in attaining professional grade earplugs and eyeglasses for a very low cost. To address occupational needs, the Space provides four soundproof practice rooms, a performance area, a library and a coffee bar. Musicians as well as a variety of artists perform to benefit the Space. Career and health workshops are conducted along with other topics of interest. A Survivors of Suicide Support Group for anyone who has lost a loved one to suicide meets monthly (among other support groups). Nuçi’s Space is unique because of its pragmatic approach, its simplicity and its effectiveness. All who pass through are valued and respected for their own individual creativity. The physical benefits of the building itself are never separated from the emotional benefits. In fact, they compliment each other. The supportive, accepting environment is key to the well-being of those who use the Space. Since opening its doors in September 2000, Nuçi’s Space has helped hundreds of musicians, artists and just “plain people” to receive professional counseling. For every person helped, countless others benefit, including family, friends and community. Nuçi’s Space encourages appropriate treatment for Depression, Anxiety and other brain disorders and is committed to the fight against the stigma attached to such illnesses.

03/11/2026

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03/06/2026

🪩 Announcing ABR After Party Performer: Hotel Fiction 🪩

We’re excited to announce the first artist performance of the Official ABR After Party… Hotel Fiction! 🎸

Catch them live on Saturday, April 4th at the legendary 40 Watt Club as we wrap up a full day of celebrating music and community at local businesses across Athens. More After Party lineup announcements coming soon, so stay tuned… 👀

⏰ Bands & Businesses: don’t forget, we’ve extended registration until Monday, March 9th! If you want your band to perform at a local Athens business during ABR, there’s still time to sign up and join the party. Visit nuci.org/abr to register and learn more.

Let’s take this party out of bounds and all over the Classic City! 🎶🏙️
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03/06/2026

🔥 Camp Amped After School Session I Finale TOMORROW 🔥

Our first Camp Amped session of the year is coming to a close. The campers have been hard at work all week preparing for the big finale and it’s almost here! Check out these awesome flyers from the four bands performing this Saturday, March 6th at Nuçi’s Space!

Featuring:
🎸 The Squiers
🪳 Tayler Suifpht
🐇 Time Hare
🐑 Lamb Chop

Doors @ 3:30pm | Show @ 4:00
FREE • ALL AGES

03/05/2026

🎸 We are ONE MONTH AWAY from ABR 2026: Party Out Of Bounds! 🎺

We can’t wait to take this party out on the town! On Saturday, April 4th, local businesses across the Classic City will host bands throughout the day, leading up to the official After Party at the iconic 40 Watt Club - lineup announcements coming soon… 👀

We’re extending the registration deadline for bands and businesses to Monday, March 9th, so there’s still time to be part of this celebration of music, business, and community. 🤘

Ready to join the party?
Sign up at nuci.org/abr

*Full Host Business list TBA*

Shoutout to these awesome businesses that have already signed up to host:

Athens Area Chamber of Commerce
Historic Athens Welcome Center
CANOPY STUDIO
Dancefx Athens
Ideal Bagel
The Hub Bicycles
The Bell Athens
The Grill, Athens GA
Union Fare Athensp
Washington Square Studio pop

03/03/2026

☀️ Camp Amped Instructor Spotlight: Andrea! 🌙

Upright Bassist, Vocalist, and Songwriter, Andrea DeMarcus, grew up in Atlanta, Georgia and can’t remember a time when she wasn’t singing. Early piano lessons and church choirs spurred her on until she found her heart’s calling, the Upright Bass. After graduating from Juilliard in 2010 with a performance degree, she was drawn to a more creative side of music and found herself in Athens, Georgia. This eclectic and artistic community supported her new sound in Cicada Rhythm, the band she started with her now husband, Dave Kirslis.

Andrea enjoys the freedom and excitement of touring with bands like Pokey Lafarge and Sam Burchfield, and playing her own blend of American music in other groups like . She loves adding her sound to local studio recording projects, enjoys teaching privately, and is currently the lead instructor for Camp Amped at Nuçi’s Space.

Favorite thing about Camp:
“My favorite thing about teaching Camp Amped is seeing everyone, instructors and campers alike, blossom and grow into even more gorgeous humans. We all journey together at each camp in ways we don’t expect, and it’s my absolute honor to be part of this collective, supportive community.”

Best Camp Memory:
“My very first time teaching Camp Amped, Dan assigned me a group of mostly tiny humans. They surprised me with their eagerness, talent, and voracious drive to perform. I’ve never felt so much pride and pure joy watching them all jump in unison to “The Middle” by Jimmy Eat World at the Finale.”

Our Camp instructors are not only exceptional mentors, but also among the most accomplished musicians and compassionate leaders in the Athens community. ✨

Share your favorite Camp memories with Andrea in the comments! 💙

03/03/2026

🗓️ March at Nuçi’s Space 💙

March is for Music, mark your calendars and join us:

• 🎸 Monday March 2 - Friday March 6, 12:00-5:00 PM - Camp Amped After School Session I

• 🤘 Saturday, March 7, 4:00 PM - Camp Amped After School Session I Finale

• ⚕️ Monday, March 16, 1:30-4:30 PM - Free Health Clinic

• 🎤 Monday, March 16, 7:00-11:00 PM - Monday Mixtape Open Mic Night

• 🫂 Wednesday, March 18, 5:30-7:30 PM - Survivors of Su***de (SOS) Support Group

• 🎓 Friday, March 20, 8:30-11:00 AM - Free QPR Su***de Prevention Training

• 🥁 Sunday, March 22 - Friday, March 27, 12:00-5:00 PM - Camp Amped After School Session II

• 🎙️ Saturday, March 28, 4:00 PM - Camp Amped After School Session II Finale

Full details at nuci.org/calendar

02/27/2026

✨ Welcome to the team, Laraine! ✨

We are so excited to announce our amazing new Volunteer & Intern Coordinator, Laraine Lind! 💙

From her bio:

“Born and raised in Fort Lauderdale, Laraine moved to Atlanta after graduating from the University of Florida with a degree in Art History and attending the graduate school for Museum Studies. She spent 10 years working in the museum field and the last decade trying out the corporate world while working in the fertility, balloon, metal, and death industries. Laraine is able to return to her roots in the non-profit world as our Volunteer & Intern Coordinator. She also serves as the Operations Coordinator, assisting with daily business operations at Nuçi’s Space. Our mission is very close to her heart and she is so grateful to just be one part of this amazing organization.

Laraine moved to Athens with her two children in 2018 and thinks it is the best decision she ever made–despite her Florida Gator heritage! She spends her free time traveling, volunteering, and thrift shopping. She especially loves dragging her teenagers around the world to see live music and go to museums and galleries with her.

She has two simple goals in life: to raise two excellent human beings and secure a picture of her and Cyndi Lauper holding a photo of her and Cyndi Lauper.”

If you’re interested in volunteering at Nuçi’s Space (or if you have the Cyndi connection 👀) email laraine@nuci.org

02/25/2026

🎙️ Meet Stephan, our H&W Supervisor / troubadour extraordinaire 💙

Stephan joined the Nuçi’s Space team last fall and is here to help you navigate our Health & Wellness programs. Our mission is to prevent su***de by supporting our creative community and improving access to affordable mental health care.

If you need support - or serenading - give us a call at 706-227-1515 or email counseling@nuci.org

Asking for help can be one of the hardest steps toward healing. We’re here whenever you’re ready, the door’s always open. 🎶

Learn more at nuci.org/health-and-wellness 🩺

02/23/2026

🎸 Faces: melted 🤘

On Friday, February 13th, this year’s Camp Amped band “Home Town” took the stage at 40 Watt Club to open for Drive-By Truckers on night 3 of the annual HeAthens Homecoming residency. Band members Emery Smith, Guy Smolik, Stella James, Mabel Fezekas, and Zaara Bhuiyan kicked off the night with a powerful set.

We’re so proud of these talented young musicians! Every year, one group of campers is assembled to open one night of Homecoming. Huge thanks to Drive-By Truckers for offering our campers the opportunity of a lifetime to perform for a sold out crowd at the legendary 40 Watt Club.

This is one of the many incredible opportunities Camp Amped participants have to perform in our community. Over the years, we’ve had camp bands perform at AthFest, the Classic City Marathon, Historic Athens PorchFest, Normaltown Music Festival and more! 🎶

Special thanks to for capturing these amazing photos! 💙

02/19/2026

We have several slots open for our Free Health Clinic on Monday 2/23, you can sign up by calling us at 706-227-1515.

Please share!

Learn more: https://www.nuci.org/additional-health-services

02/18/2026

🎧 SIGN UPS NEEDED for Camp Amplify! 🎛️

We are so excited to announce the continuation of our summer program tailored to aspiring recording engineers and music producers. While our Camp Amped program has always focused on writing and performing music, we are excited to offer additional curriculum making use of Amplify studio at Nuçi’s Space.

With the help of experienced music industry professional Chris Byron, (also a professor with the UGA Music Business Program) we have developed a production, engineering, mixing, and live sound curriculum to be added onto our existing curriculum for the 2 week summer Camp Amped session.

Financial aid is available if needed!

🔗 Learn more and sign up at: nuci.org/camp

The track featured here, “Fuschia Fusion” was written and recorded by the 2025 Camp Amplify group Porcelain Veneers. 🎶

02/17/2026

🎤 Have you ever seen a more beautiful bouquet? 🎤

Thanks to the funds raised at the Kinky Waikiki Western Roundup, all of our rehearsal rooms are now fully stocked with brand new SM58 microphones! 🤠

Huge thanks to everyone who came out, it was truly a hootin’ & hollerin’ good time.

Book a rehearsal this week and try out one of the newest SM58s in town 🎤

Address

396 Oconee Street
Athens, GA
30601

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 6pm
	6pm - 2am
Tuesday	10am - 6pm
	6pm - 2am
Wednesday	10am - 6pm
	6pm - 2am
Thursday	10am - 6pm
	6pm - 2am
Friday	10am - 6pm
	6pm - 2am
Saturday	12pm - 6pm
	6pm - 2am
Sunday	12pm - 6pm
	6pm - 2am

Telephone

+17062271515

Website

http://www.nuci.org/

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