Tuesday, January 8
18 events
Live Music
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Terrapin Beer Co.
JOE CAT Local Americana songwriter.
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The Melting Point
JUSTIN TOWNES EARLE The talented and astute son of leftist-country king Steve Earle, the younger Earle has earned a spot in the folk pantheon with his earnest, incisive songwriting. See Calendar Pick on p. 14.
CORY CHISEL Wisconsin-based Americana songwriter known for fronting his band, The Wandering Sons.
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Green Room
ROADKILL GHOST CHOIR Folk-influenced rock six-piece from Deland, FL.
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Nowhere Bar
FESTER HAGOOD This local songwriter sings in a soft drawl that accents his simple, plucked country songs.
JOHN HIRT No information available.
DAVID LEINWEBER Leinweber has a repertoire that stretches for miles, tackling classic country, rock, folk and singer-songwriter favorites.
WESLEY COOK Upbeat Atlanta-based songwriter with a knack for both melody and rhythm.
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Hendershot's Coffee Bar
LOVE-UP TIME Garage-punk band from Boston featuring members of Major Stars.
Games
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Fuzzy's Taco Shop
Trivia
Compete for prizes and giveaways. Every Tuesday.
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Locos Grill & Pub
Locos Trivia
Westside and Eastside locations of Locos Grill and Pub feature trivia night every Tuesday.
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Johnny's New York Style Pizza
Trivia with a Twist
Throw a lime in your Coors Light and compete!
Karaoke & Open Mic
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The Volstead
Karaoke
KARAOKE Every Tuesday!
Support Groups
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Athens, GA
Alcoholics Anonymous
If you want to drink, that's your business. If you want to stop, we can help. 706-389-4164, www.athensaa.com
Word on the Street
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Athens, GA
Mandala Journal
An online, multicultural visual and literary arts journal seeking fiction, nonfiction, poetry and art submissions. Deadline is Feb. 14. mandala.uga.edu
Events
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Richard B. Russell Building Special Collections Libraries
First Person Project Celebrates Stories of Love
An oral history series documenting the experiences of everyday Georgians invites participants to record their stories about love. Call or email to register.
Classes
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St. Gregory's Episcopal Church
Gentle Hatha Integral Yoga
All levels welcome. Tuesdays, 5:30–7 p.m. $9/class. 706-543-0162, mfhealy@bellsouth.net, www.mindfuliving.org
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Watkinsville Community Center
Bridge Lessons
Debbie Wagner leads beginner bridge lessons. Tuesdays, Jan. 8–Mar. 10, 10 a.m.–12 p.m. First lesson free. $5/lesson. www.freds.bridge-club.org
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Athens Five Points Yoga Studio
Gentle Flow Yoga
Lunchtime flow yoga at a slower pace. Prenatal or beginners welcome. Every Tuesday, 12 p.m. $14. 706-355-3114, info@5pointsyoga.com
Kidstuff
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Oconee County Library
Storytime
Enjoy a morning of stories, songs and crafts. For kids ages 2–5 and their caregivers. Every Tuesday and Wednesday, 10 & 11 a.m. FREE! 706-769-3950
Oconee County Library
Intro to PowerPoint
Topics include parts of a PowerPoint window, creating a presentation, inserting pictures and spreadsheets and more. Registration required.