originally published March 28, 2007

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PERFORMANCE

Award-winning flutist Dora Seres performs at UGA Ramsey Hall on Mar. 30 at 8 p.m.

ATHENS MASTER CHORALE

The Athens Master Chorale presents Haydn's "Mass in D Minor" and Mendelssohn's "Hymn of Praise." Conducted by Joseph Napoli with a 23-piece orchestra. UGA Hodgson Hall on Apr. 27 at 8 p.m. Tickets: $7.50–$10. 706-542-4400 or www.athensmasterchorale.org.

ATLANTA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

The Grammy Award-winning ASO, with conductor Robert Spano and guest pianist Garrick Ohlsson, performs a program of Mozart "Piano Concerto No. 17" and Stravinsky's "The Rite of Spring" and Concerto in E-flat Major." UGA Hodgson Hall on Sunday, Apr. 15 at 3 p.m. Tickets: $37–$42, half-price for UGA students. 706-542-4400, www.uga.edu/pac.

ATHENS SYMPHONY SPRING CONCERT

Performance of choruses from Verdi operas and others with The Athens Symphony Chorus. The Classic Center on Saturday, Apr. 7 at 8 p.m. FREE!, but tickets required for entry. Limit 4 tickets per person, 706-357-4444.

BALLROOM MAGIC 2007

The UGA Ballroom Performance Group celebrates its 16th anniversary with this production. Members present 22 pieces, all performed and choreographed by students. This sells out every year! UGA New Dance Theatre, Thursday, Mar. 29–Saturday, Mar. 31 at 8 p.m., also a matinee Saturday at 2 p.m. Tickets: $8–$12. 706-542-8074.

BORDERS MARCH MUSIC EVENTS

Eric Harris Group on Saturday, Mar. 31 at 7 p.m. FREE! 706-583-8647.

CANOPY CABARET: GALA ROUGE

Canopy Studio's 1st Annual Cabaret features aerial works from the Canopy Reparatory Company. Mercury Art Works on Apr. 20–21 at 7 p.m., Apr. 22 at 6 p.m. Tickets: $35, includes performance, drinks and tapas from Speakeasy. Avail. at Canopy, Homeplace, Helix, Mercury's website. 706-549-8501, www.canopystudio.com.

DISNEY DISCOVER THEATER

Musical theater for kids that's fun and educational: "Discover Theater! Featuring Disney's Cinderella KIDS and The Jungle book KIDS." Part of the Children's Series. Classic Center on Saturday, Apr. 21 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Tickets: $5–$20. 706-357-4444, www.classiccenter.com.

DORA SERES

Award-winning flutist Dora Seres performs a program of Mozart, Poulenc, Bartók and more. UGA Ramsey Hall on Friday, Mar. 30 at 8 p.m. Tickets: $18, half-price for UGA students. 706-542-4400.

FIGGIE'S @ FIVE

The Georgia Museum of Art continues its series of monthly concerts and receptions to showcase faculty and students from the School of Music, as well as the exhibits at the museum. Food, beverages and live music for only $5. Next event is Wednesday, Mar. 28 at 5 p.m. 706-542-4662.

THE HOOT

The Athens Folk Music and Dance Society presents an April Fools Day Hoot with The Folk Yous, Joe Renner, Tweezer, April Fools Duo Jets and special guest host Kirby Amick. Little Kings on Monday, Apr. 9, 8–10 p.m. FREE! All ages. 706-208-0985, www.afmds.info.

JOHN W. MILLER

"Concerto for Two Bassoons and Orchestra" - visiting artist John Miller Jr. performs with faculty member William Davis and the UGA Symphony Orchestra. UGA Hodgson Hall on Thursday, Apr. 5 at 8 p.m. FREE! 706-542-3966.

MUSIC FOR PEACE PROJECT

Featuring music by Madison Co. Community Choir, The Swedish Girls, Magpie Paddy, Steven and Julianne King and Gabriel Kelley. Little Kings on Saturday, Mar. 31, 7–11 p.m. www.m4p.org.

TERRY TUNES

Spring concerts outdoors at UGA Herty Field. This week: Bain Mattox and Tin Cup Prophette. Friday, Mar. 30 at 1 p.m. FREE! Canceled if the weather is inclement. www.terry.uga.edu/musicbusiness.

TURANDOT

Opera Verdi Europa performs a concert version of Puccini’s Turandot with live orchestra and English supertitles. It is the story of Princess Turandot, and the suitors who seek her hand who must answer three riddles or die. Hodgson Hall on Saturday, Mar. 31 at 8 p.m. Tickets: $33–$38, half-price for UGA students. 706-542-4400. FREE! pre-concert lecture at 7:15 p.m.

UGA CHOIRS

The UGA Choirs present "O Magnum Mysterium," the music of composer Morten Lauridsen, who is in residence at UGA through Mar. 30. UGA Hodgson Hall on Thursday, Mar. 29 at 8 p.m. FREE! 706-542-3737.

THEATRE

ALICE IN WONDERLAND

The Young Actor's Studio presents Alice in Wonderland. Directed by Jay Holl. Seney-Stovall Chapel, Apr. 13–15. Tickets: $8–$10. 706-202-2692, www.youngactorsstudio.googlepages.com.

ARROGANT COYOTES

New local theatre company Stray Productions' inaugural presentation is Arrogant Coyotes, by Rex Totty. A convoluted tale of the interactions and attachments among a group of men and women in an abandoned warehouse, with overtones of gun running and drug-smuggling in 1991. Mature themes, ages 13 and up. Jittery Joe's Roasting Co., 780 Broad St., on Mar. 30–31 at 6 p.m. and 9 p.m. Tickets: $10–$15 at the door. 706-207-3525.

CHICAGO

See the hit Broadway musical that became an Oscar-winning film about murder, greed, fame and "All That Jazz." Classic Center Theater on Wednesday, Apr. 18 at 8 p.m. Tickets: $10–$65. 706-357-4444, www.classiccenter.com.

THE DIRECTOR'S NIGHTMARE

JV Productions presents The Director's Nightmare, a play by John Vance offering a hilarious "inside look" into the community theatre experience that is based on the 60 productions Vance has directed over the years. Featuring Steve Eubanks and ensemble of comic actors. Seney-Stovall Chapel, Friday, Mar. 30 and Saturday, Mar. 31 at 8 p.m. Tickets: $8–$10, avail. at the door. 706-543-2012.

JOE TURNER'S COME AND GONE

University Theatre presents August Wilson's Joe Turner's Come and Gone. UGA Fine Arts Building on Apr. 12–14, 18–22. Tickets: $10–$12, avail Mar. 29. 706-542-2838.

ZOO STORY

The UGA Dept. of Theatre and Film Studies Graduate Acting Ensemble presents Edward Albee's classic one-act play Zoo Story. Two men meet on a bench in Central Park - a treatise on isolation and loneliness in modern society. UGA Fine Arts Building Arena Theatre, Mar. 29–Apr. 1 at 8 p.m. Tickets: $5 at the door. www.drama.uga.edu.

EVENTS

Artwork by Jessica Harms at Last Resort. Through Apr. 1.

5K DAWG RUN

The UGA Pre-Vet Club is hosting a 5K run. Well-behaved, leashed canine running partners are welcome. Prizes, t-shirts. Stegeman Coliseum on Sunday, Apr. 1 at 8 a.m. Arrive at 7:30 a.m. Cost: $12–$15. For more details and to register, visit www.uga.edu/pre-vet.

BIKEATHENS COURTEOUS MASS

An all-ages, five-mile, casual-pace bike ride around the UGA Campus, Bloomfield and Cobbham districts to demonstrate support for better bike facilities and safer traffic conditions. Friday, Mar. 30 at 6 p.m. See www.bikeathens.com for info.

BOWLING, BREWS & ROLLERDERBY

The Classic City Rollergirls Present: "Bowling, Brews and Rollerderby," an evening of derby movies, bowling, giveaways and fun to support the Rollergirls. Kingpins Bowl & Brew on Thursday, Mar. 29, 8–11 p.m. Admission: $3 at the door, $8 to bowl. See www.classiccityrollergirls.com.

CANOPY STUDIO BIRTHDAY

Canopy Studio is hosting its "5th Birthday Party/ Open House" where visitors can try out the trapezes, meet the teachers and see student performances. Refreshments. 160 Tracy St. on Sunday, Apr. 1, 3–5 p.m. FREE! 706-549-8501, info@canopystudio.com, www.canopystudio.com.

CHICKEN GUMBO FUNDRAISER

Chicken gumbo fundraiser dinner to benefit the St. James France Mission Team. 111 Westlake Dr. on Saturday, Mar. 31 at 6:30 p.m. Donations accepted. Trisha, 706-613-8843.

CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION WALK

St. Mary's Health Care System is sponsoring a two-mile walk to raise awareness about child abuse in our community. 975 pinwheels at the event will commemorate the number of reports of child maltreatment received by authorities in Athens-Clarke County in 2006. St. Mary's Hospital, 1230 Baxter St., on Saturday, Mar. 31 at 10 a.m. Registration at 9:30 a.m. Free parking, strollers welcome. Registration: $10, includes t-shirt and snacks. 706-546-9713.

CHILI COOK-OFF

The Women's Council of Realtors Chili Cookoff with live music from the Packway Handle Band. Benefits Athens Area Homeless Shelter. Tailgate Station, 235 Oak St., on Thursday, Mar. 29, 6–9 p.m. Tickets: $15, all you can eat chili. 706-206-5282.

DANCEJAM #1

Monthly evening of freestyle dancing for singles, couples and families - all styles, from new age to Latin to hip-hop. Smoke-, alcohol- and drug-free event. Canopy Studio, 160 Tracy St., on Saturday, Mar. 31, 8–11 p.m. Admission: $5 donation, age 12 and under are FREE! http://dancejamathens.blogspot.com.

FOLKLIFE IN GEORGIA

A festival celebrating the traditional music, stories, art, dance and handiwork of rural Georgia. Musical performances by Wampus Cat Scanners, Gabriel Kelley, Marion Montgomery, Streetlight Food and more, demonstrations of traditional crafts. Old-fashioned cookie contest, enter your special cookies - ribbons and prizes. Downtown Danielsville, GA (Hwy. 29) on Saturday, Apr. 7, 1–5 p.m. Old Time Barn Dance featuring live calling by Susan Davis and the music of String Theory, 6–9 p.m. Admission: $3–$5. 706-795-3223.

GARDEN CLUB OF AMERICA

Portions of the Zone VIII meeting, "Roots, Rocks and Clay," will be open to the public, including speeches by conservationist Bradford W. Wyche and horticulturist Jennifer Ceska and the flower show. Classic Center on Apr. 16–18. 706-202-5653.

GARDEN TOUR OF ATHENS

The 15th annual garden tour presented by the Piedmont Gardeners. Self-guided tour of five distinctive area gardens. Various locations on Saturday, Apr. 21, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Tickets: $10–$15, avail. at Cofer's, Charmar, Southern Comforts, Athens Seed, Lawn & Garden and participating homes on the day of the tour. Linda Ray, 706-353-1195.

GREENFEST 2007

A community-wide celebration providing citizens with the opportunity to increase their awareness of and interest in improving the environment of their home, yard, business and community. For the month of April: Adopt-a-Highway Challenge and "Bin It and Win It." Green Bag Lunch Series at Botanical Garden on Apr. 4, 11 & 18 at 12:15 p.m. Oconee Rivers Audubon Society meeting at Sandy Creek Nature Center ENSAT Bldg. on Apr. 5 at 7 p.m. For more information about GreenFest, watch Out There! for upcoming events or visit www.athensgreenfest.org.

INSECT ZOO

The UGA Entomology club presents the 22nd Annual Insect Zoo with interactive displays and preserved specimens. UGA Biological Sciences Bldg. 426 On Friday, Mar. 30 at 10 a.m. FREE! and open to the public. 706-542-1238.

SPIRIT OF THE LAND

The Oconee River Land Trust and the Athens Land Trust present the third annual "Spirit of the Land" benefit for land conservation, an evening of art, wine and awareness about land trusts and the environment. "Spirit of the Land Gala" takes place at the Botanical Garden on Saturday, Mar. 31, 7–10 p.m. Wine tasting, hors d'oeuvres, art sale, live music from Tin Cup Prophette. Tickets: $35 advance, $40 door. Avail. at Gosford Wine and Homeplace Gifts. 706-613-0122.

TWILIGHT TOASTS IN THE GARDEN

The next Twilight Toast event features wine tasting, light hors d'oeuvres and a chance to meet Linda Chaffin and get a signed copy of Field Guide to the Rare Plants of Georgia. Botanical Garden on Thursday, Apr. 5 at 6:30 p.m. Cost: $15. Preregistration required, 706-542-6014.

UGA OBSERVATORY

The UGA Observatory hosts its monthly open house viewing at the UGA Physics Building on Apr. 12 at 9:30 p.m. FREE! 706-542-STAR.

UPPER OCONEE RIVER RENDEZVOUS

Annual ecological event celebrating protection of our watershed. Water sampling by volunteers in the morning, followed by educational and fun activities for the whole family. Breakfast and lunch provided, live music. Sandy Creek Nature Center on Saturday, Apr. 14. FREE! www.uown.org, 338-9052.

WATKINSVILLE "FIRST FRIDAY ON MAIN"

Spring has sprung in Watkinsville and all the Main Street merchants will be bringing our their finest. Live music from The Wildcats, Native American dancing demonstration, giveaways, street performances and more. Downtown Watkinsville on the evening of Friday, Apr. 6. 706-769-5197.

WEEK OF SOUL

The Committee for Black Cultural Programs presents this annual week of film, showcases and fun, much of it open to the community. Week culminates with the Day of Soul Concert on featuring Ying Yang Twins on Mar. 30. For info on this and other events, call 706-542-6396, www.uga.edu/union.

VET SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE

The UGA College of Veterinary Medicine hosts activities such as Teddy Bear surgery, dancing dog demos, tours, horse-shoeing, egg-hatching, dog show and more. Friday, Apr. 6 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. FREE! Parking at UGA softball complex on Milledge Avenue, with shuttles running to and from the school all day. www.vet.uga.edu/ERC/openhouse.

LITERARY EVENTS

DRUNKEN SPELLING BEE NO. 3

The third annual Drunken Spelling Bee takes place at Go Bar on Friday, Mar. 30 at 9 p.m. Registration at 8 p.m. Dance party after the bee with DJ Mahogany. Cost: $1 entry, plus $1 to spell!

MATT & TED LEE

The authors of The Lee Bros. Southern Cookbook will be present at a dinner to benefit the Southern Foodways Alliance NOLA Fund at Mercury Art Works on Apr. 13 at 8 p.m. Cocktails at 7 p.m. Cost: $75 per person. 706-338-0548. The Lee Bros. will sign cookbooks and offer samples of their recipes at Earth Fare on Apr. 14, 12–2 p.m. 706-227-1717. Booksigning and reception at Mercury Art Works on Apr. 14, 7–9 p.m.

RICHARD QUAN

The Atlanta author will sign copies of his new novel Siren's Silence. Borders on Friday, Mar. 30, 2–6 p.m. 706-583-8647.

SCOTT CAIRNS

Georgia Circuit Poetry Reading by Scott Cairns. Hot Corner Café on Tuesday, Apr. 3 at 7:30 p.m. FREE! 706-542-0056.

VERSE POETRY FESTIVAL

International poetry journal Verse, in conjunction with UGA, presents the Verse Poetry Festival. Readings by poets Peter Gizzi, Andrew Joron and Elizabeth Willis at Mercury Art Works on Thursday, Mar. 29 at 7:30 p.m. Readings by Olena Kalytiak, Jena Osman and Sebastien Smirou at Georgia Museum of Art Griffith Auditorium on Friday, Mar. 30 at 3 p.m. Both events are FREE! and open to the public. 706-542-3434.

VOX READING SERIES

The VOX Reading Series presents poets Bruce Covey and Peter Davis. Flicker Theatre & Bar on Wednesday, Mar. 28 at 7 p.m.

"WORD FUNK"

It's back! An evening of "open stage" for poets, comedians, freestyle, acoustic musicians, storytellers and improv. Hot Corner Coffee on Tuesdays at 9 p.m. For more info, email: untrodden1@yahoo.com.

LECTURES & FORUMS

CURO SYMPOSIUM

More than 200 undergraduates and their research mentors present research and creative works. UGA Tate Student Center and Student Learning Center on Apr. 9, 9 a.m.–9 p.m. Keynote speaker is Conrad Fink. Georgia Hall at 4 p.m. Gallery talk by Lamar Dodd undergraduates, who will present paintings, drawings, fabric design, ceramics, photography and more. Student Learning Center 4th Flr. Rotunda at 6:15 p.m. All events are FREE! and open to the public. 706-542-3240.

FAITH AND FILM

A screening of Oscar-winning documentary An Inconvenient Truth with a discussion led by Dr. Pulliam of UGA's School of Ecology. Childcare and refreshments provided. First Christian Church on Apr. 12, 6:30–9 p.m. FREE! 706-549-1915.

MAYOR SHIRLEY FRANKLIN

The mayor of Atlanta delivers the annual Holmes-Hunter Lecture. UGA Chapel on Tuesday, Apr. 3 at 2 p.m. FREE! and open to the public.

TERENCE MONMANEY

The executive editor of Smithsonian magazine will speak. UGA Student Learning Center Room 171 on Wednesday, Mar. 28 at 4 p.m. FREE! and open to the public. 706-542-3879.

WORD ON THE STREET

CHANT HU

Everyone is invited to come chant Hu, an ancient name for God. Red Lotus Institute on 1st Friday of every month at 7 p.m. FREE! 706-549-2913.

CLASSIC CITY ROLLER GIRLS

Seeking strong, fun, positive girls. No skating skill required. Also seeking referees, male or female, no exp. needed. Practices are at Skatearound USA on Wednesday and Sunday evenings. Bring $3 for skate rental. For more details and equipment needed, see www.classiccityrollergirls.com.

FREE TAX HELP

The AARP offers free tax return assistance to area residents, especially those with low to middle income and those over 60. Sites in Clarke, Oconee and Oglethorpe County, through Apr. 14. 706-543-9511.

FREE INCOME TAX PREPARATION

Certified volunteer tax preparers will file Federal and Georgia income tax returns for free. Hancock Comm. Development Center, 300 Henderson Ext., on Tuesdays, 1–7 p.m., Saturdays 12–4 p.m. and by appointment. 706-546-1154 for more info.

IRAQ WAR PROTEST

The Women in Black, an international peace movement, holds a silent vigil for peace at the UGA Arch on Tuesdays, 5–6 p.m. All are welcome. 706-546-5237.

SPROCKETS CALL FOR ENTRIES

Submissions now being accepted for the 4th Annual Sprockets Music Video Competition to take place during this year's AthFest in June. Early Deadline: Apr. 15. Late deadline: Apr. 30. For more info, see www.filmathens.net/sprockets.

VOLUNTEER IN PERU

Learn Spanish! Two UGA graduates are organizing an affordable trip to Peru for 10–15 people to volunteer. 404-906-0569. Email: kerrysteinberg@yahoo.com, giova@uga.edu.

KIDSTUFF

ANIMALS AT BEAR HOLLOW

The UGA College of Veterinary Medicine Exotics Club hosts a day of family fun focused on caring for Georgia's wildlife, falconry display, live music, raffle for gifts from Zoo Atlanta and more. Memorial Park on Saturday, Mar. 31, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! Call 706-613-3616 for info on the park.

BRAINABILITY

Oconee Spring Break camp Apr. 2–6. $125 for the week, or $28/day. Bring sack lunch. For full schedule of activities, call 706-559-7448 or visit www.brainabilityinc.com.

EASTER EGG HUNT

The 8th Annual Oconee County Easter Egg Hunt for children ages 1–10 features some 35,000 plastic eggs! Music from Pam Blanchard and the Sunny-Side Up Band, games, activities, a visit from the Easter Bunny and more. Heritage Park (Hwy. 441, Watkinsville) on Saturday, Mar. 31, 10 a.m.–1 p.m. Rain or shine. FREE! For directions to the park, call 706-769-3965.

EASTER EGG HUNT

Friends of Five Points Easter Egg Hunt. Memorial Park on Saturday, Mar. 31 at 11 a.m. FREE! and open to the public. Volunteers needed, email Sara at sarab@uga.edu.

FILM FESTIVAL

In conjunction with AthFest in June, Film::Athens is putting out a call to area teen filmmakers for the 2007 Teenscreen Filmfest, must be under 18 to enter. Deadline: Apr. 30. Entry forms and more info at www.teenscreen.filmathens.net.

SUMMER ACADEMY AT UGA

Academically-focused summer camps for ages 10–17. Themes: DAWGWarts (as in Hogwarts), video production, scuba and marine sciences, comic book and cartooning and more. Begins the week of June 4. Call for times and cost, 706-542-3537.

YOGA SPROUTS

Rachel Greb teaches ongoing yoga classes for kids. Healing Arts Centre on Saturdays at 10 a.m. (ages 3–6) and 11 a.m. (ages 7–11). Red Lotus Institute on Mondays at 11 a.m. (ages 3–6). Cost: $60 for 6 weeks or $14 per class. 706-613-1143. Also, birthday parties and special events, call for info: 706-372-7137.

ART EVENTS

Third Annual "Spirit of the Land" benefit at the Botanical Garden on Mar. 31, 7–10 p.m. Featuring art by Margaret Agner.

ATHICA RECEPTION

Opening reception for "Ruburbs and Other Spaces In Between: Land Use and Environmentalism," featuring an interactive multi-media installation by Carol LaFayette, as well as painting, photography, video and more by 12 national and international artists. Curated by Quinn Gorman and Sage Rogers. ATHICA on Saturday, Mar. 31 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. 706-208-1613, www.athica.org.

DESIGN RALLY 'O&

Athens Design Development (ADD) presents "Design Rally '07," an "exhibition and gathering to highlight the artist/ designer community" in Athens. Design Rally features individual and collaborative works from Didi Dunphy, Lou Kregel, Michael Lachowski, Carl Martin and Carol John, Michael Oliveri. The reception marks the launch of a new resource directory, ADD411, "to generate a business-oriented awareness of Athens as a design center." All exhibits will be at Ciné, 234 W. Hancock St. Gala reception on Apr. 12, 7–11 p.m. www.modernconvenience.com.

DM KIRWIN

Reception for the newly opened salon and "Hair Show," oil paintings by DM Kirwin. J. Scott Salon, 269 Hull St. Ste. 2 on Saturday, Mar. 31, 6–10 p.m. 706-546-9902.

"DOG ART IN THE PARK"

Bring your canine pal to the park to create some "PAW" art together. Activities and demos. Sandy Creek Park on Saturday, Apr. 7, 1–3 p.m. Cost: $6 per dog. Preregistration required, 706-613-3615.

FLUKE MINI-COMICS FESTIVAL

The 6th annual Fluke Mini-Comics Festival takes place at Tasty World downtown on Saturday, Apr. 7, 12–6 p.m. Admission: $5. Organized by Athens-area comics enthusiasts, the event is a venue for artists to discuss and exchange creative ideas and their work. Booths available on a first-come, first-served basis. Live music follows the event throughout the evening. For more info, call Robert Newsome, 706-614-3499.

JAMIE KIRKELL

Opening reception for "Orchids and Irises," silk paintings by Jamie Kirkell. Botanical Garden on Sunday, Apr. 1, 1:30–3:30 p.m. 706-542-6130.

PAUL PFEIFFER

Visiting scholar and digital media artist Paul Pfeiffer will discuss his work. UGA Student Learning Center Room 171 on Tuesday, Apr. 3 at 5:30 p.m. FREE! and open to the public. 706-542-1511.

PRINCE AVENUE GALLERY

Opening reception featuring oil pastels and paintings by local artists Leslie Moody, Rich Panico, Susan Pelham and Jim StipeMaas. 553 Prince Ave. on Friday, Mar. 30, 5:30–7:30 p.m. www.princeavenuegallery.com.

STUDIO PHOTOGRAPHY GROUP

"Open Studio" sessions twice monthly offer hands-on lighting experience and techniques. Lyndon House Arts Center on Tuesday, Apr. 3 at 6:30 p.m. FREE! and open to the public. For list of equipment needed, call Timothy at 706-207-1156

WASHINGTON HISTORICAL MUSEUM

Special exhibit of personal belongings of Andrew Pickens, John C. Calhoun, George Washington and Thomas Jefferson. Through Apr. 30. Call for hours, directions and admission: 706-678-2105, or email historical@washingtonwilkes.org.

ART ANNOUNCEMENTS

ART SHOW

Battle Against Poverty Juried Art Show, themed on "Poverty in America" and hosted by the Art Club of Cedar Shoals High School. Jurors are Irene Dodge and Scott Pope. Flat artwork sought, max. size is 11" x 14." Due Friday, Mar. 28 by 4:30 p.m. Show will be Apr. 6. More details at www.battleagainstpoverty.com.

ATHFEST ARTISAN MARKET

The newly-renamed AthFest Artisan Market is currently taking applications for this year's event in June. Deadline: Apr. 2. Go to www.athfest.com for all the details.

DAVID KONTRA

"My World," a special exhibit of paintings by David Kontra, a legally blind artist from Missouri, is on display at the UGA College of Education Office of Information Technology (Aderhold Hall Room 232) through May. For more of Kontra's work, visit www.davidkontra.com.

ELEMENTS

New salon in Five Points called Elements is looking for art to display. 706-543-6560.

WINDER ART CELEBRATION

Artists sought for downtown Winder's "Celebration of the Arts" to be held June 2. Original fine art and fine crafts welcome. Call for info and booth pricing, 404-202-3044.

ART CLASSES

FABRIC PAINTING CLASS

Margaret Agner teaches painting with dye and pigments on silk and cottons at her studio in Bogart, on Apr. 21–22. Call to request info and supply list. Cost: $95 includes materials. 706-353-7719. Maximum five students.

GOOD DIRT

Adult Spring Classes include tilemaking, beginning wheel, lidded vessels and more. See schedule online. Spring Break Art Camps for Oconee schools: Apr. 2–6. Cost: $55/day, $220/week. Try Clay every Friday at 7 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. (geared toward families). Cost: $20. www.gooddirt.net. 706-355-3161.

ART AROUND TOWN

Opening reception for "Ruburbs and Other Spaces In Between: Land Use and Environmentalism" at ATHICA on Mar. 31, 7–9 p.m. Featuring art by Gary Carlos.

ACC LIBRARY

Japanese Doll Collection by Gina Nakagawa. R.E.M. display by the Athens Historical Society. Through Mar.

ATHENS ACADEMY

In the Myers Gallery, paintings by June Johnston. Through Apr. 13.

ATHICA

"Ruburbs and Other Spaces In Between: Land Use and Environmentalism" featuring painting, photography, video and more by 12 national and international artists. Mar. 31–May. 27.

BOTANICAL GARDEN

"Orchids and Irises," silk paintings by Jamie Kirkell. Apr. 1–30.

CIRCLE GALLERY

(UGA College of Environment and Design) "Laboratory Works," an exhibit from Richard Saxton's municipalWORKSHOP in Washington. Through Apr. 4.

DePALMA'S

(Downtown) Ten new drawings and paintings by Kristen Ashley. Through Mar.

ESPRESSO ROYALE CAFFE

"Different Mind of Love: New Drawings and Paintings by Tyrus Lytton."

FLAT PENNY FOLK GALLERY

Artwork by Gabriel Shaffer. Through Mar.

FLICKER THEATRE & BAR

"Portraits of a New South: New Works by Will L. Eskridge (www.willeskridge.com).

GEORGIA MUSEUM OF ART

"Wild Ride: Artistic Lessons of Nature," 18 sculpture works on the grounds by Eric Strauss. Through Apr. 22. "American Watercolors." Through Apr. 15.

GEORGIA CENTER FOR CONTINUING EDUCATION

"The Art of Science: Nanostructures Unstructured," an exhibit of depictions of nanoscale structures such as zinc oxide, silicon and silver - combining the work of Engineering faculty Yiping Zhao and Zhengwei Pan and artist Michael Oliveri. Through Mar. 31.

THE GRIT

New exhibit of work by Jeff Owens.

J. SCOTT SALON

"Hair Show," oil paintings by DM Kirwin. Mar. 31–Apr. 30.

JITTERY JOE'S

(Eastside) Art by Njambi Mwaura.

LAMAR DODD SCHOOL OF ART

"Ancestors and Foundlings," photography by Mary Ruth Moore in the Broad St Gallery. Through Apr. 20.

LAST RESORT

Artwork by Jessica Harms. Through Apr. 1.

LYNDON HOUSE ARTS CENTER

"The 32nd Juried Exhibition," featuring art in all media from local artists. Through May 12.

MADISON-MORGAN CULTURAL CENTER

(Madison) Sculpture park featuring two pieces by Athens artist Didi Dunphy.

MAMA'S BOY

Photography by Kyle Kuykendall (www.myspace.com/athenshikerboy).

MERCURY ART WORKS

(160 Tracy St.) Paintings by Chris Wyrick and Margie Spalding. Through May 5.

MERCURY LOUNGE

"Music and Dance," featuring photos by Cary Whitley and Mike White of trapeze artists, Don Chambers, Cinemechanica, We Versus the Shark, Pegasuses-XL, I Am The World Trade Center, Titans of Filth, Maserati, Music Hates You, Dark Meat, Deerhoof and a cast of other locals. Through Apr. 10.

NUÇI'S SPACE

Art by UGA graduate student John Stidham. Through Apr. 23.

OCAF ARTS CENTER

(Watkinsville) "A New Day by Two," works by Eric O'Dell and Gary Blackburn in the Main Gallery. Works by Oconee high-school students in the Members Gallery. Through Apr. 23.

ORIGINAL FINE ART GALLERY

(Elements Art Supply) Clarke County School District Student Art Show. Through Mar.

PRINCE AVENUE GALLERY

Oil pastels and paintings by Leslie Moody, Rich Panico, Susan Pelham and Jim StipeMaas. Mar. 30–May 11.

SWEET RETREAT

(Towncenter, Watkinsville) Quilts by Catherine Hart. Through Apr. 30.

THOMAS STREET ART COMPLEX

Computer-generated artwork produced with the Rhinoceros design program from Caroline Covington, Evan Mullins, John Powers and many more. Through Apr. 5.

CLASSES

28-DAY CLEANSE

Madison Gray, LMT of Georgia Medical Massage, leads a "28-Day Cleanse," which will focus on all five elimination systems in the body: lungs, lymphatic system, skin, liver and colon. Earth Fare on Thursday, Mar. 29 at 7 p.m. FREE! 706-227-1717.

A DAY OF SPIRITUAL FOCUS

A day of spiritual focus and meditation, facilitated by Maria Rey. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens on Saturday, Mar. 31, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Cost: $75, bring your own lunch. Reservations required, 706-227-6919.

ACTING INTENSIVE

Actorssouth.com and the Dixie Film Festival present "FILMMe," an all-day workshop for actors who want to work in film and television. Held in Athens on Apr. 7. www.dixiefilmfest.com.

BASIC PILATES

New Basic Pilates Class with Carol Bishop, Certified Pilates Instructor. Sangha Yoga Studio on Saturdays at 8:30 a.m. 706-613-1143.

CANOPY STUDIO

Ongoing classes for kids: Parent & Child Trapeze Playtime and Preschool Trapeze. For adults: "Stretch, Strength, Alignment" for over-40s, Men's Trapeze, Extreme Conditioning and more. Canopy Studio, 160 Tracy St., 706-549-8501, www.canopystudio.com.

CHAKRA BELLY DANCE

Invoke the Goddess within. For women only. All shapes, sizes and skill levels welcome. Red Lotus Institute on Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. 706-549-2913.

EARTH FARE COOKING CLASSES

Learn to prepare Thai cuisine at Earth Fare on Wednesday, Apr. 4 at 6:30 p.m. FREE! Please sign up, 706-227-1717.

EMOTIONAL FREEDOM TECHNIQUE

Learn how to "release negative emotions, traumas, depression, food cravings, phobias, body aches and pains" and much, much more. Full-day certificate course on Saturday, Mar. 31. Cost: $150 advance, $175 door. Preregistration: Laurie Hart, 706-546-1107.

FLOORSPACE

Intermediate Modern Dance and Improvisation on Wednesdays at 6 p.m. Cost: $12 drop-in. Ongoing classes: Contact Improvisation Jam, Taijiquan, Qigong. 160 Tracy St. 706-372-4830, www.floorspaceathens.com.

INCHES AWAY INTRO

Ginny Skinner and Barbara Schnittjer discuss how to take off inches and boost energy. Earth Fare on Apr. 3–7 at 10 a.m.; and Apr. 3 & 5 at 6 p.m. 706-227-1717,

JIU-JITSU

Classes in Gracie Brazilian and Japanese Jiu-Jitsu taught by third-degree black belt Randy McElwee. American Black Belt Academy, Perimeter Square. 706-549-1671, www.americanblackbelt.org/ABBA.html.

KENDO

Classes in ancient Japanese sword martial art kendo, taught by 5th degree black belt Shigeru Koyama. Classic Martial Arts Club, 706-353-3616, www.classic-mac.com.

LINE DANCING

Line Dancing classes at Memorial Park on Fridays at 6 p.m. Cost: $5 per class. For more info, call 706-613-3580.

MAIN STREET YARNS

Beginning knitting, advanced beginning knitting, fixing mistakes, decorative finishes, beginning crochet, spinning and much more. Main Street Yarns and Fibers in downtown Watkinsville, 706-769-5531, www.mainstreetyarns.com.

PRANA DANCE WORKSHOP

March Prana Dance Class at Rubber Soul Yoga, Leathers Bldg. on Wednesdays at 5:15 p.m. Maggie, minervinizick@hotmail.com.

SALSA DANCING

Beginners to Advanced, no partner needed. Tate Center on Mondays at 7 p.m. Cost: $5.

SALSA DANCING

Salsa classes taught at Transmetropolitan downtown on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. Cost: $10. 706-372-7056, 706-372-8197, www.bailarueda.com.

STAYING YOUNG THE FIRST 100 YEARS

Seminar on natural health by Dr. Douglas Giles. Stewart Street Clinic on Friday, Mar. 30 at 5 p.m. FREE! Call to reserve a seat, 706-543-2584.

TAE KWON DO & JODO CLASSES

Tae Kwon Do classes for kids and adults, beginner to advanced. Self-defense, Olympic-style sparring, more. Also, Jodo (Jo-jitsu) classes, a 400-year-old Samurai martial art using the staff and sword. Mondays and Wednesdays at 8 p.m. Taught by three-time AAU National Champion Jason Hughes. Live Oak Martial Arts, Chase St. Warehouses, Studio AB. 706-548-0077, www.liveoakmartialarts.com.

TAIJIQUAN

The Hunyuantaiji Academy of Georgia offers classes in traditional Chen Style fundamentals, forms, pushing hands, weapons and Hunyuan Qigong. www.hunyuantaijiacademy.com. Todd, 706-614-3342. Carl, 706-546- 8422.

TURKISH TRIBAL BELLYDANCE

Beginner and intermediate technique. YWCO on Wednesdays at 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. troupe_sulukule@yahoo.com.

VINYASA YOGA

Vinyasa-Core Yoga taught by Leslie Helpert. Sangha Yoga Studio on Wednesdays at 12 p.m. 706-613-1143.

VINYASA YOGA

Vinyasa Yoga class taught by Nicole Pontzer. Village Herb Shop (Eastside). Ongoing, all levels welcome. Cost: $54 for six classes or $11 drop-in. Email newtlitch@hotmail.com.

YOGA & MEDITATION CLASSES

All levels welcome. Kundalini Yoga, Kids Yoga, Restorative Yin Yoga, Pilates, Prana Dance, Tibetan chanting, Tai Chi and more. Rubber Soul Yoga Revolution studio, 675 Pulaski St. Suite 1400,. Suggested donation: $3–$5. www.rubbersoulyoga.com, calclements@yahoo.com.

YOGA FOR WOMEN

Multi-level Hatha Yoga class on Tuesdays at 10 a.m., Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m. Call to register, 706-549-2913.

AUDITIONS

BE IN A MOVIE!

Extras needed: funeral mourners on Apr. 28; healthy runners and those willing to wear zombie makeup on May 5. Feature film to be shot in Crawfordville, GA, is called Pushin' Up Daises," written and directed by Patrick Franklin. Email: Kathryn, kathrynk8@yahoo.com.

SINGERS NEEDED

No experience or special talent necessary. Amateur choral performance of contemporary R&B (Beyoncé, R. Kelly, Ron Isley) takes place on May 4. Email laurenamacdonald@gmail.com.

MEETINGS

ATHENS SINGLE PARENT NETWORK

New organization for Athens-area single parents. For more info on the group, and upcoming events, visit www.google.com/group/ASPN.

FEDERATION OF NEIGHBORHOODS

The next meeting features an update on the Partners for a Prosperous Athens initiative. 1250 S. Lumpkin St. on Monday, Apr. 2 at 7:30 p.m. FREE! and open to the public.

FRIENDS OF BOTANICAL GARDEN

The annual meeting of the Friends of the State Botanical Garden will feature a talk by master gardener, author and columnist Margit Rochester. Event includes lecture and dessert reception. Botanical Garden on Friday, Mar. 30 at 7 p.m. Tickets: $15. Optional dinner buffet at 5:30 p.m. for $12. 706-542-6138.

HUMAN RIGHTS FEST

Come help organize the 29th annual Athens Human Rights Festival. Planning committee meets at Common Ground on Thursdays at 7 p.m. Festival to take place May 5–6. 770-725-2652, www.athenshumanrightsfest.org.

LISTENING FORUM

ACC Leisure Services is holding "Listening Forums" in which members of the community may discuss topics that relate to Leisure Services. Third Monday of every month at 7 p.m. Next forum is at East Athens Educational Dance Center on Monday, Apr. 16 at 7 p.m. 706-613-3800.

OUTDOORSY SINGLES OVER 30

Group now forming for singles over 30 to participate in outdoor activites. Not a dating group, just for folks who enjoy the outdoors. Email: lowstarr@charter.net.

SOUNDS & GROUNDS

The bimonthly coffee house for single adults a performance by local band The Sum, team trivia with prizes, and free coffee and desserts. 2390 W. Broad St., Building D, on Friday, Mar. 30 at 7 p.m. 706-225-6101.

TIBETAN BUDDHIST GROUP

Chanting and silent meditation. Rubber Soul Yoga Revolution Studio, 675 Pulaski St. Suite 1400, on Sundays at 12 p.m. Email: xanandax@gmail.com.

SUPPORT GROUPS

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SURVIVORS

Project Safe hosts two weekly support groups. Call the hotline for info, 706-543-3331.

MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT GROUP

Support group meets at St. Mary's Hospital (lobby conference room) on Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. Rick, 706-783-5706.

NEUROMUSCULAR DISABILITIES

MS/ MD/ CP support group meets at St. Gregory the Great Episcopal Church on the 2nd & 4th Monday of every month at 6:30 p.m. Dusty Johns, 706-783-3052.

POST-PARTUM DEPRESSION

PACE (PPD Acceptance through Compassion and Education) meetings are held on the second and fourth Tuesday of every month at Nuçi’s Space, 7–9 p.m. Drop-ins are welcome. www.ppdacceptance.org.

SHARE ATHENS

Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support Group meets at Forest Heights Baptist Church on the 3rd Thursday of every Month at 6:30 p.m. Open to all parents who have experienced a perinatal loss. Pat Nielsen, 706-475-5622.

SUICIDE SURVIVORS

Open to anyone who has lost a loved one to suicide. Nuçi’s Space, 396 Oconee St. on the second and last Wednesday of every month at 5:30 p.m. Email linda@nuci.org or call ahead for schedule changes. 706-227-1515.

WOMEN IN TOXIC RELATIONSHIPS

Therapeutic and supportive groups now forming. Lisa Anger, 706-540-6249, lisaanger@charter.net.

HELP OUT!

DISC GOLF & TRAIL MAINTENANCE

Volunteers needed to help expand the disc golf course at Sandy Creek Park, every third Saturday of the month. Earn credit towards season passes and discs. Call to sign up, 706-613-3615, ext. 227.

FOSTER A KITTY

Become a foster parent for cats at the Athens Area Humane Society. Keep kittens for four weeks until old enough to be spayed/neutered and adopted. AAHS pays all expenses. 706-353-2287.

HANDS ON ATHENS

Help assist low-income ACC homeowners in historic neighborhoods to maintain, repair and restore their properties. Mar. 30–Apr. 1. 706-353-1801, www.achfonline.org/handsonathens.

HANDS ON NORTHEAST GEORGIA

Volunteer opportunities for direct service in a variety of areas. Visit www.handsonnortheastgeorgia.org.

PANIC FANS FOR FOOD

Ongoing food drive at the Georgia Theatre - every concert through the end of April. Bring two non-perishable food items (along with admission cost for whichever show you are attending). Organized by Panic Fans for Food, which collects food and raises funds for Second Harvest at Widespread Panic shows all over America. 571-212-1607.

STITCHES FROM THE HEART

National group seeking volunteers to knit, crochet and quilt blankets and clothing for newborn babies in need. 866-472-6903.