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PERFORMANCE: Mickey and Jan Rooney star in "Let's Put On a Show!" UGA Hodgson Hall on Oct. 5 at 8 p.m.

THE AMERICAN BOYCHOIR

The United States’ premier concert boys’ choir, celebrating its 70th anniversary season, performs at Athens First United Methodist Church on Friday, Oct. 19 at 7:30 p.m. FREE! Everyone welcome. 706-543-1442.

"ANIMAL INSTINCTS" BENEFIT CONCERT

In conjunction with the ongoing "Animal Instincts" exhibit, ATHICA is sponsoring a benefit concert to raise money for Athens Area Humane Society, Athens Canine Rescue, ATHICA and PAWS. With Blue Stockings, Heather Heyn of Dark Meat, Megan Baer & friends. See ABC. Little Kings on Friday, Oct. 12, 8–11 p.m. Suggested donation: $6. www.athica.org.

ASHFORD MANOR CONCERT SERIES

See the Wildcats on Oct. 15. Tickets: $5–$12, under 6: FREE! Bring lawn chairs, blankets, and a picnic dinner (or preorder one from Donderos' Kitchen). Ashford Manor, Watkinsville. Gates open at 6 p.m., concerts are 7–9 p.m. 706-769-2633, www.ambedandbreakfast.com.

ATLANTA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

The Grammy Award-winning ASO, with conductor Robert Spano and guest pianist Garrick Ohlsson, performs a program of Berlioz's "Romeo and Juliet," Franck's "La Chasseur Maudit" and Chopin's "Piano Concerto No. 2." UGA Hodgson Hall on Sunday, Oct. 7 at 3 p.m. Tickets: $37–$42, half-price for UGA students. 706-542-4400.

G.I.F.T.E.D. PERFORMING ENSEMBLE

The East Athens Educational Dance Center presents the inaugural G.I.F.T.E.D. (Giving Inspirational Feeling Through Expressive Dance) Performing Ensemble concert titled "Magnetic Forces." G.I.F.T.E.D. is a 16-member children's dance company for ages 9–16. Presentation Hall at the Dance Center on Saturday, Oct. 6 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 7 at 3 p.m. Admission: $8. 706-613-3624.

GARY SCHOCKER & JASON VIEAUX

Flutist Gary Schocker and guitarist Jason Vieaux perform works by Astor Piazzolla and Bela Bartók, as well as original compositions by Schocker. UGA Hodgson Hall on Friday, Oct. 19 at 8 p.m. Tickets are $19–$24, and half-price for UGA students. 706-542-4400. FREE! preconcert lecture by Lisa Bartholow at 7:45 p.m.

GEORGIAN STATE DANCE COMPANY

Founded in 1945, the Georgian State Dance Company (from the former Soviet Union) features over 80 dancers and musicians performing the traditional folk music and dances of their home region. UGA Hodgson Hall on Sunday, Oct. 14 at 8 p.m. Tickets: $19–$24, 1/2 price for UGA students. 706-542-4400.

"LIPS & STICKS II"

The 2nd Thursday Concert Series features UGA flute professor Angela Jones-Reus and head of UGA Percussion Studies Thomas McCutchen. UGA Hodgson Hall on Thursday, Oct. 11 at 8 p.m. Tickets: $15. 706-542-4400.

LIVE! AT THE LIBRARY

The Prime Time Jazz Trio performs jazz standards. See ABC. ACC Library on Sunday, Oct. 7 at 3 p.m. FREE! 706-613-3650.

MEDIA ARTS CLUB SHOW

UGA's newly formed media arts club is having its first show. "Up All Night" will be DJ'd by Augusta-based Track 8 Theory (Jamie McGaw from An Epic At Best and Some Animal) and DJ crew Loot. OK Coffee on Thursday, Oct. 4. FREE! See www.myspace.com/track8theory, www.myspace.com/loot.

MICKEY ROONEY

Legendary actor Mickey Rooney celebrates his 80-year career in film, television and on the stage in "Let's Put On a Show!" with his wife, Jan. UGA Hodgson Hall on Friday, Oct. 5 at 8 p.m. Tickets: $31–$36, 1/2 price for UGA students. 706-542-4400.

"OPENING AT CINÉ"

Contemporary dance performance directed by Athens artist Andrea Trombetta featuring live music, dance, theatre and video. Musicians include Kevin Hyde, Leslie Helpert, Colleen McCoy and Rob Sutherland. Performances by Mirla Criste, Jennifer Morlock, John Jenkinson, Janelle Welbourne, Craig Whitehouse and Andrea Trombetta. Video and sculpture from Sean Mills, Jonathan Railey and John Powers. Ciné Lab on Friday, Oct. 5 at 8 p.m. Cost: $5. www.fabricdance.com.

POETIC CONFESSIONZ

Student and community forum presented by The Dreaded Mindz Family. Share through poetry, emceeing, singing, acting or any talent. Diverse Universe, 213B Tallassee Rd., on Wednesdays, 9–11 p.m. undergroundathens2@ yahoo.com.

TIME FOR THREE

Enjoy an eclectic program of everything from Brahms to the Beatles to bluegrass from this classically-trained trio. Concert will be recorded for radio broadcast on "Performance Today." UGA Ramsey Hall on Friday, Oct. 12 at 8 p.m. Tickets: $22, 1/2 price for UGA students. 706-542-4400.

UGA ORCHESTRA FESTIVAL

Final concert by high school string students to showcase their work during the last three days of the festival. UGA Ramsey Hall on Saturday, Oct. 6 at 5 p.m. FREE! 706-542-4400.
THEATRE: The Town and Gown Players present Oleanna. Athens Community Theatre on Oct. 5–6 at 8 p.m.; Oct. 7 at 2 p.m.

COOKING WITH LOVE

JV Productions presents Cooking With Love, a contemporary comedy set backstage on the Food Network's most popular cooking show. All is not well with the show's star, his agent, his delusional director and his narcissistic young producer. Seney-Stovall Chapel on Oct. 19–20 at 8 p.m. Tickets: $8–$10. 706-543-2012.

EVITA

A one-night-only performance of the touring production of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber's Tony Award-wining musical based on the life of Evita Perón, Evita. Features such modern classics as "Don't Cry for Me, Argentina." Classic Center on Thursday, Oct. 11 at 8 p.m. Tickets: $10–$65. 706-357-4444.

HANDS OF THE SPIRIT

Athens Creative Theatre presents Hands of the Spirit, a musical about the life of painter JB Murray written by Athens artist Mary Padgelek. Morton Theatre on Oct. 12–14, 19–21. Tickets: $10–$15. 706-613-3771.

THE LEGEND OF SLEEPY HOLLOW

Rose of Athens Theatre presents Washington Irving's The Legend of Sleepy Hollow. Fantastical costumes, live music and more. Suitable for all ages. Wear your Halloween costume, and the spookiest one at each performance wins a prize. Georgia Center for Continuing Education on Oct. 11–13, 18–20 at 7:30 p.m.; Oct. 14–21 at 5:30 p.m. Admission: $10–$15. Reservations, 706-340-9181.

OLEANNA

The Town and Gown Players' Second Stage season begins with a production of David Mamet's controversial drama, Oleanna, an "exploration of the teacher/ student relationship, sexual harassment, power and the tragedy of miscommunication." Athens Community Theatre on Friday, Oct. 5 & Saturday, Oct. 6 at 8 p.m.; Sunday, Oct. 7 at 2 p.m. All seats are $5, and tickets are available at the door. 706-208-TOWN, www.townandgownplayers.org.

THE WAR OF THE WORLDS University Theatre and WUGA present a live radio production and broadcast of a modern adaptation of H. G. Wells’ classic tale of alien invasion, The War of the Worlds. Classic Center on Saturday, Oct. 13 at 8 p.m. For the live audience, the show starts at 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $5–$10. 706-357-4444.

EVENTS

ANTI-WAR RALLY: The Fall Into Athens Festival presents the Athens Anti-War Rally. Speakers, live music, artist market, beer tent and more. Washington Street downtown on Saturday, Oct. 13, 12–10 p.m. Volunteers, sponsors needed. Jeff, 706-714-5751 or Drago, 706-202-9169.
ART AUCTION FOR HELPING PAWS: Silent Art Auction of works donated by artists from the Georgia Piedmont Arts Center and The Monroe Art Guild. All proceeds go to Helping Paws for the care of rescued animals. Jennings Mill Country Club on Sunday, Oct. 7 at 7 p.m. Amanda Rodriguez, 706-227-7887
ATHENS PSYCHIC FAIR: Tarot, psychic readings, guidestone readings, reiki, ear candling, lectures and more at Village Herb Shop on Saturday, Oct. 6, 12–5 p.m. Cost: $10 for 15-min. session or call ahead for longer sessions, 706-549-6007.
ATHENS-ATLANTA ROAD SKATE

LECTURES & FORUMS

CLEAN WATER FOR THE FUTURE

LITERARY EVENTS

Contemporary dance and performance titled "Opening at Ciné." Ciné Lab on Oct. 5 at 8 p.m.

ADRIENNE RICH: The acclaimed poet and author will speak about her work at the Georgia Museum of Art on Thursday, Oct. 11, 7:30 p.m. Rich has published 16 volumes of poetry and four books of nonfiction, and has been awarded the National Book Award, the Academy of American Poets Fellowship and the MacArthur Fellowship, among many others. FREE! and open to the public. 706-542-2659.
CAFÉ AU LIBRIS: Join local authors Mary Kay Andrews, Terry Kay, Ferrol Sams and Grady Thrasher along with illustrator Elaine Hearn Rabon at the 12th Annual Café au Libris. The evening features booksignings and a chance to mingle with the authors, gourmet desserts and coffee and a silent auction of premium gift baskets "with a literary flair." Live music by violinist Christine Thomas. Books by all guest authors will be for sale. ACC Library on Friday, Oct. 12, 7–9 p.m. 706-613-3650.
RICHARD QUAN: The Atlanta author will sign copies of his new novel Siren's Silence. Borders on Sunday, Oct. 7 at 3 p.m. 706-583-8647.
ROSEMARY CARTER & BRENDA GENTILE: The authors of Roberto Says "Adios" and Roberto's Great Adventure will discuss their early-educational, bilingual series. Borders on Sunday, Oct. 7 at 1 p.m. 706-583-8647.

WORD ON THE STREET

ATHENS MEMORY WALK: Help raise awareness and money by attending or participating in the Athens Memory Walk 2007. Proceeds benefit the Alzheimer's Association. Sandy Creek Park on Oct. 20. 706-613-2224.
BAGS FOR BEARS: Recycle used grocery bags at the ACC Recycling Center, the ACC Solid Waste Dept., Bishop Park, Bear Hollow and Sandy Creek Nature Center. If the goal of 6,500 pounds is reached by Dec. 31, Trex, Inc. will donate composite plastic lumber for building playscapes for the bears, bobcats and otters at Bear Hollow. 706-613-3616, 705-613-3512.
BENEFIT GOLF TOURNAMENT

KIDSTUFF

CAMP NOKOSE: Bereavement camp for kids, ages 6–13 who are coping with the death of a loved one. Sandy Creek Park on Oct. 13. FREE! Includes breakfast, lunch and activities. Preregistration required, 706-389-2273.
CREATIVE MOVEMENT: Creative Movement Classes for 3–4 year olds at Freedom of Movement Dance Academy. Cost: $57/mo. 706-769-5338.
DON’T BAN OUR BOOKS!

ART EVENTS

BEHIND THE SCENES AT THE BOT GARDEN: Presentation by Susan Carlton Smith on her miniature sculptures (comprised of objects from nature), which are on display in the Visitor Center lobby. Bring a tea cup and saucer, or use one of the provided mugs and enjoy tea, treats and tales of treasures found. Botanical Garden on Friday, Oct. 12 at 10 a.m. FREE! Preregistration required, 706-542-6156.
BRICK HOUSE STUDIO

ART ANNOUNCEMENTS

Paintings by local artists Jamie Calkin and Sue Marion. Athens Academy Myers Gallery through Oct. 20.

ARTISTS' WEBSITE

ART CLASSES

BEADING CLASSES

ART AROUND TOWN

A. La FERA SALON: Paintings by Perry McCrackin. Through Oct.
ACC LIBRARY: Paintings by Connie Flynn. “It’s a Lovely Day to Be in Athens: 40 Years of Community Commentary” from the editorial collection of H. Randolph Holder of WGAU. “Looking at Jazz” displays (see Lectures and Forums). R.E.M. display. Through Oct.
ANTIQUES & JEWELS: Athens-themed oils, acrylics and watercolors by local artist Mary Porter.
ATHENS ACADEMY: In the Myers Gallery, paintings by local artists Jamie Calkin and Sue Marion. Through Oct. 20. Also, drawings by Amy Michel at the Science & Art Bldg. Foyer Gallery; rugs by Bonnie Montgomery and jewelry and enamels by Jim Norton in the Bertelsmann Gallery. Through Oct. 12. To find out when the school's galleries are open to the public, call 706-549-9225.
ATHICA: ""Animal Instincts: Allegory and Anthropomorphism." Through Nov. 11.
AURUM STUDIO: "Travels," recent paintings by Shannon Candler. Also, "Precious Landscapes," jewelry by Aurum. Through Oct. 13.
BIG CITY CAFE: Photography by Jacob Malovany. Through Oct.
BLUE BELL GALLERY: (Comer) "Hauntings," group show featuring work from over 30 area artists. Oct. 4–27.
BOTANICAL GARDEN: "Metaphoric Photography," nature images by Betty Edge. Through Oct. 24.
CINÉ: Images of Iraq by Peter Frey.
CLAYTON STREET GALLERY: "Interior Landscapes," featuring work by Jeffrey Whittle, Michael Oliveri, Brian Bishop and many more. Curated by Beth Sale. Through Oct. 7. Next up: work by UGA's first-year MFA students.
ESPRESSO ROYALE CAFFE: Works on paper by Rich Panico. Through Oct.
FLAT PENNY FOLK GALLERY: "Sobriety Show," by D.M. Kirwin. Through Nov. 7.
FLICKER THEATRE & BAR: "Revisions," by Katherine McGuire. See Art Events. Opens Oct. 4.
GALLERY@GOOD DIRT: "Pushing Tradition: Asheville's New Voices," functional pottery by up-and-coming potters Josh Copus, Kyle Carpenter, Joy Tanner, Matt Jacobs, Courtney Martin and Naomi Dalglish. Through mid-Oct.
GEORGIA MUSEUM OF ART: "More Than Words: Illustrated Letters from the Smithsonian's Archives of American Art." Through Oct. 14. "Amazing Grace: Self-Taught Artists from the Mullis Collection," "Real Western Wear: Beaded Gauntlets from the William Healey Collection." Through Jan. 6. "Landscape Series, 1–12" by Frances de La Rosa.
THE GRIT: Paintings by Amanda DeLong. Through Oct. 20. Next up: folk art by John Sperry on Oct. 21; photography by Robert Lowery on Nov. 11.
HEALING ARTS CENTRE: Expressive paintings and poetry from patients, their caregivers and support people who are taking classes at the Loran Smith Center for Cancer Support (706-475-4900). The show is designed to raise awareness about the "In Her Shoes" fundraising walk on Oct. 20 (see Events).
JITTERY JOE'S: (Five Points) "Keepsakes," works by Genevieve Swinford and Dana Jo Cooley. Through Oct. 15.
LAMAR DODD SCHOOL OF ART: In the Main Gallery: "Cowboy Magic," paintings by Richard Roth. Through Oct. 5. Also, "SPECULAR," student photography show. See Art Events.
LEATHERS BUILDING: (offices of John Shewe and Neil Anderson) "FRESH," paintings by Catherine Stinson.
LYNDON HOUSE ARTS CENTER: "Artists of Note: A Visual Celebration of Music and Dance." Through Nov. 3. "Women of Biblical Proportion," an art quilt show to benefit the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. Admission is free, donations accepted. Through Oct. 8.
MADISON-MORGAN CULTURAL CENTER: (Madison) "Herbert Creecy: Selected Works." See Art Events. Through Dec. 13. Sculpture park featuring two pieces by Athens artist Didi Dunphy.
OCONEE CULTURAL ARTS FOUNDATION: D. Pierce Giltner, "Preserving the Past, Presenting to the Future." Oct. 6–27. See Art Events.
OCONEE COUNTY LIBRARY: Oil paintings by Susan Nees and original beaded jewelry by Laura Nix. See Art Events. Through Oct.
ORIGINAL FINE ART GALLERY: (Elements Art Supply) "Pipin’ Hot Pictures" by Greg Benson. Through Oct. 31.
SWEET RETREAT: (Towncenter, Watkinsville) Landscapes, botanicals and portraits in acrylic, pastel and watercolor by Kate Sherrill. Also, three painted antique windows. Through Oct. 31.
TRANSMETROPOLITAN: Work by Lauren Greg. Through Oct. 31.
UGA RUSSELL LIBRARY

CLASSES

"A COURSE IN MIRACLES"

MEETINGS

ACTIVITIES FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES: "Open Arms" offers games, skits, crafts and activities for children and adults with disabilities. UGA Wesley Foundation, in the Prayer Chapel, on Thursday, Oct. 4, 6:15–7:15 p.m. FREE! 706-353-1408
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: Oct. 12. For details, email joanconger@yahoo.com.
ATHENS ART ASSOCIATION

SUPPORT GROUPS

AIDS ATHENS: General support group on the third Thursday of every month. Women's support group on the 4th Thursday of every month. Family support group on Dec. 15. All groups meet 5–7 p.m. AIDS Athens, 706-542-2437.
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.
EATING DISORDERS: Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders (ANAD) support group for anyone affected by eating disorders: anorexia, purging, bingeing, etc. Athens YMCA on Thursdays, 6:30–7:30 p.m. Open to all. 706-543-6596.
MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT GROUP

HELP OUT!

AMERICAN RED CROSS: Drives are being scheduled all over town to help fill the critical need for blood, especially Types O and B. Anyone donating in the month of September can enter to win two free round-trip tickets to any international destination served by Delta Airlines. Call for times and locations. Also, volunteers are needed year-round at the donor center, at drives and in the office. Red Cross Blood Donor Center, 3525 Atlanta Hwy. 706-546-0681.
ANIMAL CARE VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION: Sandy Creek Nature Center will host a quarterly animal care volunteer orientation on Saturday, Oct. 13, 1–2 p.m. Training provided. Janice Denney, 706-613-3615, ext. 227.
COMMON GROUND: Volunteers needed to staff the center, organize and promote events and more. Volunteer Orientation on the first Monday of every month at 6:30 p.m. 706-548-6011, volunteer@commongroundathens.com.
FILM FESTIVAL FOR CHILDREN AND YOUTH Athens: International Film Festival for Children and Youth needs volunteers to help promote this non-profit event. 706-224-5471, lcotlar@hotmail.com.
GEORGIA NATURE CENTER: Volunteers needed to plant and care for more than 100 varieties of rare and endangered carnivorous plants. 706-769-1000, volunteer@naturecenter.com.
GEORGIA MUSEUM OF ART SHOP: Volunteers are needed to help staff the GMOA gift shop. Creating and maintaining store displays, ringing up sales, etc. Weekday and weekend shifts. Amy Miller, 706-542-0450, millera@uga.edu.
HANDS ON GEORGIA WEEK

Margaret Moore & Nicole Haysler

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