Thursday, January 10
30 events
Kidstuff
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Georgia Museum of Art
Gallery Games
Learn about works in the museum’s permanent collection through fun activities. For ages 7–11.
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Athens Creative Theatre (ACT)
Acting Workshop
A six-week workshop that uses theater games and exercises along with short monologues and age-appropriate scripts. Call to register. Thursdays, Jan. 10–Feb. 14, 4:30–5:30 p.m. (ages 8–11) and 6–7 p.m. (ages 12–18). $83–125. 706-613-3628, www.athensclarkecounty.com/act
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Oconee County Library
Read to Rover
Children can read aloud to trained dogs to improve reading confidence. Trainer always present. Register for a 15-minute session.
Live Music
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Nowhere Bar
SNAP! Organ-heavy funk/jazz tunes delivered by locals Jason Fuller, Benji Shanks, David Yoke, Carlton Owens and Stephen Spivey.
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Georgia Theatre
WHO'S BAD The ultimate Michael Jackson tribute band!
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The Office Lounge
THE SHADOW EXECUTIVES Get your fill of straight-up, authentic blues covers from this skilled Athens five-piece. This is an open jam and guests are welcome!
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Barbeque Shack
OPEN BLUEGRASS JAM All pickers welcome! Every Thursday!
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Flicker Theatre & Bar
HAND SAND HANDS Experimental, psychedelic pop-rock from Jonathan Miller. Every Thursday in January! See story on p. 16.
WOODFANGS Loud, psychedelic, guitar-driven rock.
BLACK MOON Loud, psychedelic, guitar-driven rock.
DAVEY WRATHGABAR Visitations frontman performs a solo set of psychedelic folk.
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Green Room
THE DISTRICT ATTORNEYS This Atlanta/Athens group plays breezy, beachy Americana.
RUBY THE RABBITFOOT Formerly Ruby Kendrick, this local singer-songwriter has a sweet voice and prodding, poignant lyrics.
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40 Watt Club
BLUE DIVISION Quirky local art-punk band.
SUPERCLUSTER Athens supergroup featuring members of Pylon, Casper and the Cookies and The Olivia Tremor Control. The band's sound is as diverse as its lineup, with elements of psychedelic experimentation and angular rock.
TUNABUNNY Local act featuring hazy and warped experimental psychedelia.
MONSOON No information available.
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Crow's Nest
GRAY BRANTLEY Singer-songwriter.
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The Melting Point
THE LACS "Country hick-hop band" from South Georgia.
TY MANNING & FRIENDS Bearfoot Hookers guitarist performs with help from some guests, including Doyle Williams from Rehab.
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WUOG 90.5 FM
MAD AXES Local psych-rap group comprised of MCs Walter Kovax and Louie Larceny.
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Hendershot's Coffee Bar
JAZZ NIGHT Jazz jam featuring drummer Seth Hendershot and others.
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Farm 255
GRIM PICKINS AND THE BASTARD CONGREGATION Southern blues-metal with a tinge of darkness.
JOHN COVINGTON Dogs on the Porch vocalist plays a solo set.
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Little Kings Shuffle Club
WADE BOGGS Local punk band featuring Ian McCord (Hot New Mexicans, Carrie Nations) and lots of catchy hooks.
LITTLE GOLD Brooklyn-based trio fronted by Christian DeRoeck, formerly of Woods.
TODD KILLINGS New project from Dead Dog guitarist John McLean.
DAFFODIL This reunited local trio plays hard-hitting, noisy rock.
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Go Bar
MATT JOINER Local guitarist draws inspiration from blues and classic rock.
Classes
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Sewcial Studio
From Sewing to Quiltmaking
If you already know how to sew and want to learn how to make quilts, this class will teach you the basics of using the tools. Pre-registration required. Jan 17, 6–7:30 p.m. $10. 706-247-6143, www.sewcialstudio.com
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Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens
Scottish Country Dance Classes
Social dancing at its liveliest with jigs, reels and strathspeys. Bring your dancing shoes. Every Thursday, 7–9 p.m. $3. dabmillier@google.com
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Treehouse Kid and Craft
Adult Knitting
Learn how to cast on, knit, purl and bind off. Thursdays through Jan. 31, 7:30–8:30 p.m. $65. www.treehousekidandcraft.com
Games
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Johnny's New York Style Pizza
Trivia with a Twist
Throw a lime in your Coors Light and compete!
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The Volstead
Trivia
Every Thursday!
Events
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State Botanical Garden of Georgia
Nature Ramblers
Learn more about the flora and fauna of the garden while making new friends and enjoying fresh air and inspirational readings. Ramblers are encouraged to bring their own nature writings or favorite poems and essays to share with the group. Every Thursday.
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Healing Arts Centre
Reiki Circle
A Japanese technique for stress reduction, relaxation and healing. Every Thursday.
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Terrapin Beer Co.
Grateful Dead Listening Party
Travel back in time with a recording of The Grateful Dead performing live at the Fox Theatre on Dec. 10, 1971, tye-dye t-shirts and a market of local artists. Donations benefit Petzone Dog Rescue.
Karaoke & Open Mic
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Go Bar
Dr. Fred's Karaoke
KARAOKE Hosted by karaoke fanatic John "Dr. Fred" Bowers and featuring a large assortment of pop, rock, indie and more.
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Amici
Open Mic Night
OPEN MIC NIGHT Showcase your talent! Email amiciopenmic@gmail.com to get a spot.
Meetings
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Jittery Joe's Coffee
Discussions on Dreams
(2950 Atlanta Hwy.) The religious group Eckankar hosts a public discussion.
Art
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Park Avenue
Opening Reception
For "Point of Origin," a collection of works by Katharine Wibell.
Comedy
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Farm 255
Free Range Comedy
With Art Sturtevant, Tom Scheve, Jennifer Bianchi, Cody Hughes and Justin Thompson. Hosted by Andrea Boyd.
Ending Thursday, January 10
Help Out
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The Classic Center
Seeking Formal Dress Donations
Friends of Advantage is currently seeking new and gently used formal and semi-formal dresses and accessories to be sold at the 2013 adDRESS a Need Sale on Mar. 1 & 2. Donations are tax deductable. www.friendsofadvantage.org