ATHENS — The downtown Athens “vibe” continues to brew up some business, so to speak.

Owners Lori and Ken Hill: “We are going to feature charcuterie, wine slushies, beer on draft with self-serve systems, and more.” (Photo/Athens Main Street)

Athens Alehouse and Cellar recently opened at 111 W. Washington Street by Limestone County natives Lori and Ken Hill. The Alehouse is open Monday through Thursday from 4-9 p.m., Fridays 4-10 p.m., and Saturdays 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

“We are going to feature charcuterie, wine slushies, beer on draft with self-serve systems, and more,” Ken Hill said in a news release from Athens Main Street. “We hope to bring some value to the Square and we think it will be a nice deal.”

Athens Alehouse and Cellar joins the lineup in the city’s Arts & Entertainment district so patrons can grab a blue cup and walk up to the square.

“We are growing in the right way in downtown,” said Athens Main Street Executive Director Tere Richardson. “Our historic buildings are desired by local business owners that in return draw local people back to downtown.

“We also have a great mix of businesses that draw outside visitors to the merchants and restaurants in the entertainment district.”

Athens Special Projects Manager Amy Golden saluted the Hills for their entrepreneurship.

“On behalf of Mayor Ronnie Marks and the city council of Athens, Alabama, I want to congratulate you all and applaud your courage and your entrepreneurship,” she said. “We are so pleased with you and your efforts in Athens to make us a bigger, better, and stronger community.”

For more information, please visit their website here.