originally published June 6, 2007

Deadline for getting listed in Out There! is every Wednesday at 5 p.m. for the issue of the following Wednesday. Email: outthere@flagpole.com.

PERFORMANCE

The Hoot AthFest Sampler features birds&wire, Jack Logan, Allison Weiss and more at the Melting Point on Monday, June 11 at 8 p.m

ASHFORD MANOR CONCERT SERIES

Spread out on the lawn for a picnic supper and hear some great music. Held on the first and third Monday of every month, through Oct. 15. Next up: Latin/ salsa with Grogus on June 18. Tickets: $5–$12, under 6: FREE! All shows are weather-permitting. Bring lawn chairs, blankets, and a picnic dinner. Ashford Manor, Watkinsville. Gates open at 6 p.m., concerts are 7–9 p.m. 706-769-2633, www.ambedandbreakfast.com.

COMEDY & MUSIC COLLIDE

"The Best of Both Worlds" features stand-up comedians and live music. This month: comedians April Body, Tré Black, Food Stamp, Julian Haynes, with music from Salakida, DJ Atlas and local artist Travis Williams. 213-B Tallassee Rd. on Saturday, June 16 at 9 p.m. 18 & up. Tickets: $10 advance, two for $15. FREE! after party immediately following the show. 706-613-8332, www.atlbarz.com.

FIGGIE'S @ FIVE

The Georgia Museum of Art continues its series of monthly concerts and receptions. Food, beverages and live music for only $5. Next event is June 27 at 5 p.m. with local neo-soul singer Kyshona Armstrong. 706-542-4662.

THE HOOT ATHFEST SAMPLER

The Athens Folk Music and Dance Society presents an AthFest 2007 Sampler featuring Jack Logan with William Tonks and John Neff; alternative country from birds&wire; singer-songwriter Allison Weiss; Irish music band Short Road Home and the Wampus Cat Scanners. Hosted by Susan Staley. The Melting Point on Monday, June 11, 8–10 p.m. FREE! All ages. 706-208-0985, www.afmds.info.

HOWARD SISTERS

Gospel singers the Howard Sisters celebrate their 50th anniversary. Morton Theatre on Sunday, June 10 at 5 p.m. Tickets: $10. 706-613-3771.

PETE McBRAYER COMEDY

Local comedian Pete McBrayer performs his "unique brand of stand-up comedy." Flicker Theatre & Bar on Tuesday, June 12. 706-546-0039.

STANDUP COMEDY SHOW

Comedians Neil Hamburger, Dr. El Suavo and Pete McBrayer perform. Tasty World on June 27 at 10 p.m. 706-543-0797.

SUNFLOWER MUSIC SERIES

The Modern Skirts kick off the 7th Annual Sunflower Music Series at the State Botanical Garden of Georgia. Nate Nelson and Cortright open. See ABC. The concert is outdoors in the International Garden on Tuesday, June 12, 7–9 p.m. Tickets: $10 for members, $15 for nonmembers and $5 for children ages 6–12. Price includes beverages and light snacks. No lawn chairs. Call Connie at 706-542-6014 for more ticket info or email sbgevent@uga.edu. Coming up: Don Chambers and Kimberley Morgan on July 17; Grogus on Aug. 28; Jennifer Daniels on Sept. 18.

THEATRE

Julius Caesar: A Tragedy by William Shakespeare starring Rob Glidden and Derrick Causey. UGA Cellar Theatre on June 7 & 9 at 8 p.m.; and at UGA Head Terrace Theatre on June 8 at 7 p.m.

JULIUS CAESAR

Production of Julius Caesar: A Tragedy by William Shakespeare, with Derrick Causey as Caesar and Rob Glidden as Cassius. Nontraditional casting features women in some traditionally male roles. Cellar Theatre in UGA Fine Arts Building on Thursday, June 7 and Saturday, June 9 at 8 p.m. Admission: $5 at the door. Performance a Head Terrace Theatre (outdoors, just behind the UGA Student Learning Center) on Friday, June 8 at 7 p.m. FREE! 727-512-3125, redskin7@uga.edu.

MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM

Rose of Athens Theatre presents a "cheeky" version of Shakespeare's classic - with music! Jittery Joe's Roasting Co., 780 Broad St., on June 14–16, 21–23 at 7:30 p.m., June 17 and 18 at 5:30 p.m. Tickets: $15, $10 for students and anyone under 25. Portion of proceeds will go the Clarke Middle School. Reservations, 706-769-9829.

UZUPIS THEATRE SOUNDOFF!

Come discuss how to utilize theatre for social change at the first Uzupis Theatre SoundOFF! Script ideas, ensemble company callbacks. All are welcome. Hot Corner Coffee on Monday, June 11, 9–11 p.m. info@uzupistheatre.com.

EVENTS

Todd Emily's 1962 Rolls Royce Silver Cloud II will be among the 130 classic cars on display at the Classic Center on June 10, 11 a.m.–4 p.m.

ADOPT-A-THON

The Athens Area Humane society celebrates the grand opening of its new Adoption Outreach Center at Pet Supplies "Plus" in the Alps Shopping Center. Giveaways, kids' activities. Adoption special: adopt one kitty, take home a friend for your new pet for free. Saturday, June 9, 12–8 p.m. www.athenshumanesociety.org.

ATHENS MEMORY WALK

Help raise awareness and money by attending or participating in the Athens Memory Walk 2007. Proceeds benefit the Alzheimer's Association. Walk will be at Sandy Creek Park on Oct. 20. 706-613-2224.

FARMER FOR A DAY

Athens Locally Grown hosts the second of five monthly tours to highlight the benefits of sustainable agriculture at Double B Farm in Oxford. Participate in some small projects at the farm, then have lunch (provided) and get a full tour. Saturday, June 16, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! Limited to 25 participants, carpooling available. 706-227-1343, farmerforaday@yahoo.com.

MASTER GARDENERS CONFERENCE

Georgia Master Gardener Association Conference titled "Athena's Garden of Wisdom." Speakers, vendors, doorprizes, lunch and snacks provided, private garden and Picadilly Farm tours. Classic Center on Aug. 4–5. Open to the public. Cost: $75 advance. 706-613-3640.

PEACHTREE AUTOFEST 2007

The Mercedes-Benz and Antique Auto Clubs present their annual classic auto show. Come see classic and vintage Mercedes and American cars from the 1940s–1970s. Expect to see a Rolls Royce, a Studebaker Avanti and 1960s muscle cars, among others. The entrants support the American Cancer Society, Loran Smith Cancer Center and the Clute Barrow Nelson Foundation. Classic Center on Sunday June 10, 11 a.m.–4 p.m. Free! 706-335-6949, www.peachtreeautofest.com.

SOCIAL CIRCLE COTTAGE TOUR

Annual tour of historic cottages and homes in Social Circle, GA: includes the former home of author Wylly Folk St. John. Presented by the Historic Preservation Society of Social Circle. Aug. 11, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Tickets: $18, group discount available. 770-464-1866, www.historicsocialcircle.com.

TYCHE'S GAMES

Miniature Painting Demo on Saturday, June 9 at 12 p.m. Paints and miniatures provided. Star Wars Minis Tournament on Saturday, June 16 at 12 p.m. Prizes for all. Entrance fee: $1. Shadowfist Tournament on Saturday, June 30 at 12 p.m. Multiplayer Comrades in Arms format. Prizes for all. Entrance fee: $1. 1056 S. Lumpkin St., 706-354-4500, www.tychesgames.com.

LITERARY EVENTS

HOWARD BERK

UGA Distinguished Writer in Residence, screenwriter and former member of the intelligence community Howard Berk will sign copies of his new thriller Nikolai's War. Barnes & Noble on Thursday, June 7, 7–9 p.m. 706-354-1195.

SHERMAN CROCKETT

Just in time for Father's Day, first-time author Sherman Crockett, president of Forgive You Father Ministries, presents Cover Your Nakedness: Forgiving the Father Who Forsook You. Borders on Sunday, June 10 at 2 p.m. 706-583-8647.

LECTURES & FORUMS

MEET THE CANDIDATES DEBATE

Flagpole and the Athens Press Club are hosting a debate between candidates for the District 10 congressional seat. See City Pages on p. 6. The Melting Point on Wednesday, June 6, 7–9 p.m. 706-549-9523.

RIGHT WHALES

Presentation by Hans Neuhauser, executive director of the Ga. Environmental Policy Institute, on the Georgia coast's Right Whales. In conjunction with "Sea to Shining Sea: 200 Years Charting America's Coasts" exhibit. ACC Library on Sunday, June 24 at 3 p.m. 706-613-3650.

WORD ON THE STREET

AAHS CALENDAR CONTEST

The Athens Area Humane Society is holding a pet photo contest for its 2008! Entries are $15 each. Deadline: July 31. All proceeds benefit AAHS programs. www.athenshumanesociety.org.

ATHENS CHORAL SOCIETY

Seeks new members for its spring performance of "The Pirates of the HMS Mikado," a medley of Gilbert and Sullivan tunes. Interested singers can sit in on any rehearsal through June 12. Rehearsals are at Athens First United Methodist Church on Tuesdays at 7 p.m. 706-207-7859, www.athenschoralsociety.com.

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.

SANDY CREEK CALENDAR

Submit your nature photos for the the 2007 Sandy Creek Nature Center Photography Contest. Deadline for entries is July 31. Edith Hollander at 706-613-3615, ext. 235 or email edithhollander@co.clarke.ga.us.

TEACHER REUSE STORE

The third annual Regional Teacher Reuse Store at the ACC Recycling Facility on Hancock Industrial Way will be open Aug. 18 for area teachers to get materials for their classrooms for free. Currently, donations of general office supplies, unusual industry byproducts that might be used as art supplies and more (no electronics) are being sought from area businesses. Call the ACC Recycling Division at 706-613-3512 for more info. www.acc-recycle.org.

KIDSTUFF

ATLANTA PUPPETS

See a cousin of Puss-N-Boots jump through hoops, watch unicorns dance and more, with these unique styles of puppets. Presented by Atlanta Puppets with Peter Hart. ACC Library on Tuesday, June 12 at 2:30 p.m. FREE! All ages. 706-613-3650.

BOOKS & BITES FOR TEENS

Bring four books for uninterrupted reading (or choose from the library collections). Pizza, chips, chocolate and lots of comfy chairs. Ages 11–18. ACC Library on Friday, June 8 & 29, 5:30–10 p.m. FREE! Preregistration required, 706-613-3650, ext. 329.

CLASSIC TRY-ATHALON

The inaugural Classic TRY-athalon is open to youth ages 7-18. Competition in swimming, biking, running and more. Teams and individuals welcome. Participants get T-shirt, goodie bag and more. Bishop Park on June 30. Cost: $30 per person or $75 for a relay team. 706-613-3589.

FAMILY DAY: PRINTS, PRINTS AND MORE PRINTS

Learn about woodcuts and make your own prints. Refreshments. Georgia Museum of Art on Saturday, June 16, 10 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! 706-542-4662, www.uga.edu/gamuseum .

HEMP BRACELETS AND BEADS

For teens, ages 11–18. Make clay beads and knot them into hemp fiber bracelets. Three-day workshop at the ACC Library on June 19–21 at 3 p.m. FREE! Registration required, 706-613-3650, ext. 329.

HENNA HANDS FOR TEENS

Three-day introductory workshop on henna art. ACC Library, June 12–14 at 3 p.m. FREE! Ages 11–18, space limited. Preregistration required, 706-613-3650, ext. 329.

J.J. RENEAUX TRIBUTE

Enjoy a reading of Reneaux's How Animals Saved the People: Animal Tales from the South. ACC Library on Thursday, June 14 at 10 a.m. FREE! 706-613-3650.

KARATE

Karate summer camps for ages 4–6 at Classic Martial Arts Club, June 4–8, 9–11:30 a.m. Cost: $109. Karate summer camps for ages 7–12, June 11–15 and 18–22, 9 a.m.–12:30 p.m. $120. Uniforms free at all camps. 706-353-3616, www.classic-mac.com.

MAGIC SHOW

Magician and ventriloquist Keith Karnok performs a free magic show for all ages. ACC Library on Sunday, June 10 at 3 p.m. FREE! 706-613-3650.

NATURE SMART FOR TEENS

Staff of the Sandy Creek Nature Center bring live critters and talk about what it takes to be a naturalist. ACC Library on Thursday, June 7 at 3 p.m. Ages 11–18. FREE! Preregistration required, 706-613-3650, ext. 329.

SUMMER DRAMA CAMPS

Hosted by Athens Little Playhouse. Theatre games, improv, skits, weekly presentation, moviemaking and much more. Alps Village Shopping Center, July 23–27, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Cost: $125 per week. Discount for siblings. www.athenslittleplayhouse.org.

SUMMER THEATRE CAMPS

Summer theatre camp sponsored by Athens Creative Theatre, June 18–30 and July 9–21, 9:30 a.m.–3 p.m. For 3rd–10th graders. Camps culminate in productions of Hi Ho Robin Hood and Hans Christian Andersen. Cost: $150 per session. 706-613-3628.

ART EVENTS

Paintings by Rich Panico at the Grit. Through June 17.

ANDY CHEREWICK

Prolific local painter Andy Cherewick is hosting opening receptions at Flicker Theatre & Bar, 263 W. Washington St., on Saturday, June 9 & 16 at 6 p.m. See Art Notes. 706-546-0039.

BONGO'S ANNUAL YARD & ART SALE

Art by Leigh Ellis, Brooks Burgess, Nick Combs, Peter Loose. Cool, vintage everything at the yard sale. 302 Oak Bend Dr. on Saturday, June 9, starting at 8 a.m. Hot coffee and boxes available at the gate. Directions, 706-548-6596.

CHER SHAFFER

Storyteller doll workshop on Saturday, June 30 at 3 p.m. Cost: $45, includes materials. Children welcome if accompanied by a parent. 675 Pulaski St., Ste. 1600. Preregistration required, space limited, 706-552-0750. www.flatpennyfolk.com.

CONTEMPORARY PRINTS

Opening reception for “Young and Hungry: Contemporary Prints," featuring work by Jennifer Bennett, Danielle Benson, Megan Boling, Tailia Bromstad, David Broughton, Brent Collins, Matthew DiClemente, Christopher Durocher, James Greene, Erin Hoffman, Katherine R McGuire, Samantha Mosby, and Elizabeth Stoutamire. UGA Broad Street Gallery on Thursday, June 7, 6–9 p.m.

STUART McCALL LIBBY

Opening reception for "Sculpture, Landscape & Waterscape: Photography & Photo Etchings 1974–2006," by Stuart McCall Libby. See Art Notes. Circle Gallery, College of Environment and Design, on June 8, 5–7 p.m. FREE! and open to the public. 706-542-8292, www.sed.uga.edu/gallery.

GUIDED TOURS

Overview of current exhibitions on June 7 at 2 p.m. Spotlight Tour of "Jay Bolotin: The Jackleg Testament" on June 10 at 3 p.m. Guided Tour of "Cut Along the Grain" on June 21 at 2 p.m. Guided Tour of "Selections from the Permanent Collection" on June 28 at 2 p.m. All are FREE! 706-542-4662.

ART ANNOUNCEMENTS

"ANIMAL INSTINCTS"

ATHICA seeks work on individual and societal tendencies to imbue other species with purely human physical and psychological characteristics for "Animal Instincts: Allegory & Anthropomorphism." Curated by Melissa Link and Mark Watkins. Submission deadline: Aug. 3. Show is Sept. 16–Nov. 4. See details at www.athica.org.

ARTISTS SOUGHT

Local interior designer currently developing "show houses" in the Athens area to showcase area artists and designers. See Art Notes. Interested parties, email jbfertig@earthlink.net.

ATHICA SEEKING PROPOSALS

The Athens Institute for Contemporary Art invites proposals from emerging Athens artists for solo or two-person shows. All media, large-scale sculpture and installations are welcome. Deadline: June 6. Send proposal (maximum 600 words) with low-res jpgs to ATHICAemerges@athica.org.

EXHIBIT AT TATE GALLERY

The Tate Student Center Art Gallery at the University of Georgia is currently accepting exhibition applications from local and student artists for display during Fall 2007. Deadline is Friday, June 22. 706-542-6396, www.uga.edu/campuslife/.

GYPSY ART / PICASSO'S ATTIC SALE

The Gypsy Art Sale gives local artists an opportunity to display and sell their art. Picasso's Attic will feature secondhand art and craft supplies. All proceeds benefit Lyndon House Arts Center. LHAC on July 28. To donate goods for the sale, call 706-247-5601. For more info on the arts center, call 706-613-3623.

ART CLASSES

CLASSES AT MICHAELS

New classes in oil and watercolor painting, and pastel drawing, taught by Bettie Miller. Bead weaving class with Shanna Futch. Kids' Craft Camps, June 18–July 27. Cost: $10 per day. Michaels Arts & Crafts Store (next to Target). Call Tina Harris, 706-543-2868.

"THE ENTREPRENEURIAL ARTIST"

One-day workshop for artists wanting to turn their art into a business. Point of Art Gallery, Union Point, on Saturday, June 30, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. 706-486-6808, www.thepointofart.net.

GOOD DIRT

Adult summer classes begin week of June 17: beginning wheel, tile-making, relief techniques, colored clay and more. See schedule online. Now accepting registration for kids' summer camps, through Aug. 17. Ages 4–6, 7–10, 11–18. Try Clay every Friday, 7–9 p.m. Cost: $20. www.gooddirt.net.

OPEN STUDIO: LIFE DRAWING

Refine your drawing skills with live models, no instruction, provide your own supplies. Ages 18 & up. Georgia Museum of Art on Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m. Cost: $3 per session. 706-542-4662, www.uga.edu/gamuseum.

ART AROUND TOWN

Paintings by Rich Panico at the Grit. Through June 17.

A. La FERA SALON

Paintings by Emma. Through June.

AURUM STUDIOS

"Landscapes," new paintings by June Ball.

BIG CITY CAFE

Work by Athens artist Mike Jones in 3-D. Outsider art featuring found objects.

BOTANICAL GARDEN

Athens Art Association sixth juried exhibition, titled "Nature's Gifts."

CANOPY STUDIO

"Merge," photos of live trapeze performances and Tin Cup Prophette playing live by William Cary Whitley (www.worldlooksred.com). Through June 9.

CINÉ

"Ciné in the Works: A Documentation," photographs by Rinne Allen. "Views of the Snow Tire Recap Plants in the mid-1990s," photographs by Carl Martin. "My Place At The Boys And Girls Club," an exhibit featuring work by Athens Boys and Girls Club photographers.

CIRCLE GALLERY

(UGA College of Environment and Design) "Sculpture, Landscape & Waterscape: Photography & Photo Etchings 1974–2006," by Stuart McCall Libby. See Art Notes. June 8–July 31.

CLASSIC HAIR AND SPA

Photos, drawings and blue donkey paintings by Edwyna Arey through July.

FLICKER THEATRE & BAR

New work every week through the end of June by Andy Cherewick. See Art Notes.

GALLERY @ GOOD DIRT

"Form & Surface," functional pottery by Carter Gillies and Jim Peckham.

GEORGIA MUSEUM OF ART

"The Jackleg Testament," a woodcut film, with samples of woodcuts and wood blocks used to create the film, all made by Jay Bolotin; "Cut Along the Grain: Woodcut Prints in the Permanent Collection." Through July 8. "Suitcase Paintings: Small-Scale Work by Abstract Expressionists." Through July 22. See Art Notes.

THE GRIT

Paintings by Rich Panico. Through June 17.

HEALING ARTS CENTRE

"Avoiding Capture: A Multimedia Collage Journey through the Dissertation Process at UGA" by Maria Inez Winfield, Ph.D. Through June 22.

LOWERY GALLERY

"Ndoto" (Swahili for "dream") group show.

LYNDON HOUSE ARTS CENTER

"Chenille Exhibition" features a variety of chenille items from the collection of Peter and Sandy Loose. Through Aug. 4.

MADISON-MORGAN CULTURAL CENTER

(Madison) Sculpture park featuring two pieces by Athens artist Didi Dunphy. "Blacksmithing with a Southern Accent: Metalwork from the Southeast."

MERCURY ART WORKS

(160 Tracy St.) "The Girls of Delta Zeta," portraits and other works by Joshua Bienko.

MONROE ART GUILD

"Daughters of Mother Earth: Selected Works" by Cameron Hampton, Lisa Hampton-Pepe and RainDance. Through June 30.

OCAF ARTS CENTER

(Watkinsville) "The 12th Annual Southworks" juried art show. Paintings and dolls by Cher Shaffer. Through June 9.

TOWN CENTER FINE ART

(Watkinsville) New group show featuring work by Amber Phillips, Audrey George, Rani Garner and Shane Scott.

UGA BROAD ST. GALLERY

(257 W. Broad St.) “Young and Hungry: Contemporary Prints." June 7–27.

WALKER'S

(College Square) Outerspace spray-paint paintings by Mike Kaufman. Through June 8.

WASHINGTON HISTORICAL MUSEUM

Special exhibit of "Museum Melt Down: The Allure of Georgia Coin Silver" featuring some of the earliest examples of Georgia Coin Silver from Savannah, Macon, Augusta and Athens. Through Sept. 1. Call for hours, directions and admission: 706-678-2105, or email historical@washingtonwilkes.org.

CLASSES

"A COURSE IN MIRACLES"

Open to all denominations, emphasizing "positive living through love and forgiveness." Taught by Drew Smith. Unity, 1435 Oglethorpe Ave., on Sundays at 2 p.m. Donations encouraged. 706-613-8050, 404-899-8486, www.unityathens.com.

AVATAR INTRO

Learn about Avatar and how to create the life you want. Earth Fare on Wednesday, June 6 at 6:30 p.m. FREE! For information, call Joann at 404-668-6224, www.avatarepc.com.

BELLYDANCE CLASSES

All skill levels welcome. Athens YMCA on Tuesdays at 6 p.m. Call for cost, 706-614-6060.

BUDDHISTS

Tibetan Buddhist Group: chanting and silent meditation every Saturday, 12:30–1:30 p.m. at Sangha Yoga Studio, 834 Prince Ave. Affiliated with Padmasambhava Buddhist Center International, a Buddhist meditation and study center in the Nyingma tradition. Email: xanadax@gmail.com.

CANOPY STUDIO

Adult Beginning Trapeze Workshops on June 17, 3:30–5 p.m. Cost: $25. New classes: Adult Beginner Fabrics, Adult Beginner Trapeze, Teen Beginner Trapeze, Pilates. Summer camps for kids: June 11–22, June 25–July 6. K-2nd, 3rd–6th grade. Cost: $150–$250. 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.

CHEESES & BELGIAN BEERS

Sample six cheeses paired with six Belgian ales, including the rare Duke of Lyons Sour Brown Ale. Aromas on Wednesday, June 13 at 7 p.m. Reservations, 706-208-0059.

CLOWN CLASS & IMPROV THEATER

Two new classes: At Clown Class, learn the meaning, design and use of clown properties like makeup, stilts, fake noses and big shoes. Fridays, 6:30 p.m. Cost: $5 per class, drop-in. In Improvisational Theater, learn and practice the fundamental principles of spontaneous acting based on the work of Keith Johnstone. Sundays, 8:30 p.m. Cost: $5 per class, drop-in. Rubber Soul Yoga Revolution, www.rubbersoulyoga.com.

DOG AGILITY & FLYBALL CLASSES

Introductory dog agility training class starts June 14. Visit www.luckydogagility.com. Double Dog Dare Flyball Racing Club offers introductory flyball classes on Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. www.flyballdogs.com/dddare.

EARTH FARE COOKING CLASSES

Learn to prepare authentic Latin street food on Wednesday, June 13 at 6:30 p.m. Moles and cooking with dried chiles on June 26. FREE! Please sign up, 706-227-1717.

EGYPTIAN BELLYDANCE

Beginner classes focusing on basic Egyptian isolations, technique and choreography with A'ttar. Sangha Yoga Studio on Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. Also, Intermediate Egyptian Bellydance classes on Mondays at 8:15 p.m. Cost: $60 for six weeks, drop-in: $14 per class. 706-613-1143, rainbowdancer77@yahoo.com.

FLOORSPACE

Ongoing classes: Hip-Hop, Modern Dance, Contact Improvisation, Taijiquan and Qigong. 160 Tracy St. 706-372-4830, www.floorspaceathens.com.

GENEALOGY

Want to learn the basics of tracing your family lineage? A pencil and paper are all you need. ACC Library on Tuesday, June 19, 2–4 p.m. FREE! No registration required. 706-613-3650, ext. 350.

HOMEGROWN NUTRITION WORKSHOP

The HomeGrown Nutrition Program teachers participants how to create a 4'x4' garden than can feed a family for a year. Thursday, June 7 and Friday, June 8. Fee: $75, scholarships available. Becky Lockman, 706-769-9614.

MAIN STREET YARNS

Beginning knitting on Saturdays, June 9, 16 and 23 at 10:30 a.m. Cost: $40. Call to register. Also, advanced beginning knitting, fixing mistakes, crochet, spinning, weaving and much more. Also, "yarn tastings" and Wednesday night spin-ins. Main Street Yarns and Fibers in Watkinsville, 706-769-5531, www.mainstreetyarns.com.

MEDITATION

For information about meditation groups and classes in Athens, go to www.meditationinathens.com or call 706-208-8353.

MICROSOFT PUBLISHER

Three-week intro class to Microsoft Publisher. Oconee County Library on June 11, 18 & 25 at 7 p.m. FREE! Preregistration required, 706-769-3950.

ORGANIZE YOUR GENEALOGY RECORDS

Find anything you need from your genealogy research in 60 seconds or less, presented by Terry L. Manning. ACC Library on Saturday, June 16 at 2 p.m. Refreshments afterwards. FREE! No registration required, 706-613-3650.

PILATES

Taught by Maryn Vance. Rubber Soul Yoga on Sundays at 2 p.m. Red Lotus Institute on Mondays at 10 a.m., DanceFX at 7 p.m. Canopy on Wednesdays at 7:45 p.m. (begins June 6). Private instruction available. maryn@dividedlikeasaints.com.

ROLFING

Learn the basics of Rolfing with certified Rolfer Neal Anderson. Earth Fare on Thursday, June 14 at 7 p.m. FREE! Please sign up, 706-227-1717.

STRESS REDUCTION

Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction class begin June 7 at Ga. Center for Continuing Education. Cost: $69–$99, workbook at CDs are $10. Instructor: Mike Healy. 706-542-3537.

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.

TAE KWON DO

Athens Tae Kwon Do Center teaches martial arts to all ages and levels. Bring this listing in and receive two weeks of FREE! classes, or come by any Monday for the FREE beginners class at 7 p.m. 191 Alps Rd. #17, 706-353-0857, www.athenstkdcenter.com.

TAIJIQUAN

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

THAI MASSAGE

Free demonstration with Robert Wootton, using volunteers from the audience. Healing Arts Centre on Friday, June 22, 7:30–9:30 p.m. Thai Massage training with Robert Wootton at the Healing Arts Centre, June 23, 24 & 30. Certificate for CE Hours approved by NCBTMB. One-day intro, 8 CE hours $120; two days, 16 CE hours $220; three-day Level 1 training, 24 CE hours $320. 706-613-1142, www.healingartscentre.net and ThaiBodywork.info.

USING MICROPHONES

Workshop on how to use microphones in public speaking situations, and how to avoid common gaffes. Sponsored by the Oconee County Democrats. Full Moon Studio, Sunday, June 10 at 7 p.m. Email ppriest@charter.net.

YOGA & MEDITATION CLASSES

All levels welcome. Kundalini Yoga, Hatha Yoga, Kids Yoga, Prana Dance, Tibetan chanting, meditation and Laughing Club. Rubber Soul Yoga Revolution studio, 675 Pulaski St. Ste. 1400, Suggested donation: $3–$5. www.rubbersoulyoga.com.

YOGA

Gentle yoga classes at St. Gregory’s Episcopal Church on Barnett Shoals Rd., Tuesdays, 5:30–7 p.m. Bring your own mat or towel and wear loose clothing. Cost: $7 per class. Julie Horne, instructor. 706-354-1996.

YOGA FOR WORLD PEACE

Beginners to experienced. Taught by Elizabeth Alder, NCMT, CCT, CYT. YWCO on Mondays at 12:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Newcomers and nonmembers welcome. 706-549-8999.

MEETINGS

ATHENA GROUP

Women discussing women authors, artists and mystics who have changed the "way we understand the human condition." Second Friday each month, supper at 6 p.m., discussion at 7 p.m. Next meeting: June 8. For details, email joanconger@yahoo.com.

ATHENS ZEN GROUP

Orientation sessions at Rubber Soul Yoga on Sundays at 11 a.m. See more at www.athenszen.org.

BODY IMAGE

Support for those with body image issues. EarthSong on Thursdays at 5 p.m. beginning Thursday, June 7. Cost: $95 for eight weeks. 706-614-6060.

DIVORCE RECOVERY/ RESOURCE GROUP

Now forming, one for ongoing divorce and one for divorce recovery with professional facilitator. Cost: $10 per session for six weeks, childcare avail. Call for more info and to register, 706-818-2103.

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 Sandy Creek Nature Center on Monday, June 18 at 7 p.m. 706-613-3800.

OFF-ROAD BIKING

Meet others into off-road biking at the Southern Off-Road Biking Association meeting. Beginners clinic first Sunday of every month. www.sorbaathens.org.

SUPPORT GROUPS

ALZHEIMER'S GROUP

The Athens Area Alzheimer's Support Group meets at the Adult Day Care Center, 135 Hoyt St., the third Tuesday of every month at 6:30 p.m. Eve Anthony, 706-548-6476.

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SURVIVORS

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

EMOTIONS

Emotions Anonymous, a 12-step group for emotional wellness, meets at the Unitarian-Universalist Fellowship each Sunday at 4 p.m. Informal, supportive and always open to newcomers. 706-227-2354.

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.

SHARE ATHENS

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

SOCIAL GROUP

Social group for the young and young at heart with mental health issues now forming. Fun activities. Jen, anewhopeinathens@yahoo.com.

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.

HELP OUT!

AMERICAN RED CROSS

Volunteers needed year-round at the donor center, blood drives, and in the office. Blood Drives held in different locations every week, call for schedule. Red Cross Blood Donor Center, 3525 Atlanta Hwy. Helen Wenner, 706-546-0681, ext. 230.

CATHOLIC CHARITIES

Give the gift of communication. Catholic Charities is seeking volunteer teachers to teach immigrant adults in Athens. Call Jackie Saindon at 706-548-9421 or email cssesl@yahoo.com.

COMMON GROUND

"Volunteer Celebration" at Common Ground on the last Monday of every month. Learn about volunteer opportunities at the center. 706-548-6011, commongroundathens@yahoo.com.

HANDS ON NORTHEAST GEORGIA

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

MEALS ON WHEELS

The Meals On Wheels Program of the Athens Community Council on Aging needs volunteers to deliver meals to homebound clients in Clarke County. Training is provided. Volunteers are asked to commit to one day a week, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m., and are required to use their own vehicles. 706-549-4850 or email meals@accaging.org.

PROJECT SAFE

The Project Safe Thriftstore is seeking volunteers to help pick up donations, move furniture, and sort and organize merchandise. 995 Hawthorne Ave., Monday–Saturday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. 706-425-8863.

RECORDING FOR THE BLIND

Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic is seeking volunteers who would be willing to record and prepare textbooks for people with text disabilities. Special need for those with backgrounds in foreign languages, computer science, math, medicine and accounting. Email kstanley@rfbd.org or call 706-549-1313.

SUMMER CAMP BIKE RECYCLING

BikeAthens is seeking volunteers for its Summer Camp Bike Recycling Program. Must be good with kids and bike repair See www.bikeathens.com for more info.

Margaret Moore