13 events
Weekly "Try Clay" classes ($20/person) introduce participants to the potter's wheel every Friday from 7–9 p.m. "Family Try Clay" classes show children and adults hand-building methods every Sunday from 2–4 p.m. $20. 706-355-3161, www.gooddirt.net
Six-week beginners' machine sewing course with Community seamstress Beth Jamieson. The class covers sewing machine basics and simple fun projects. Sewing machine required. Sundays, 6:30–8:30 p.m. $120. communityathens@gmail.com
Every Sunday! Hosted by Evan Delany. First place wins $50 and second place wins $25.
At the West Broad location.
ATHENS CEILI BAND A weekly traditional Irish music section. Every Sunday from 4-7 p.m.!
BACK ALLEY BLUES BAND Featuring locals Paul Scales, Randy Durham, John Straw, Dave Herndon and Scott Sanders playing blues jams.
ED ROLAND AND THE SWEET TEA PROJECT Collective Soul's frontman sets up shop for a residency at the Melting Point every Sunday from Jan. 13 to Feb. 17. His new project features "new music and a wonderful collection of guest musicians."
A 12-step program open to anyone with a desire to become well emotionally. Sundays, 4–5 p.m. 706-202-7463, www.emotionsanonymous.org
For children ages 2 & older with an adult. Sundays, 1–1:45 p.m. $60. yogasprouts@gmail.com, www.athensfivepointsyoga.com
Stop by to paint and decorate a giant volcano model!
A cast of teens, featuring a winner of the Access Broadway competition, takes on the classic story of Dorothy traveling through the magical land of Oz.
Hosted by Rose of Athens. This month, a new play read by Hank Kimmel, the board president of Working Title Playwrights.
Performances by local poets, who have been paired with graphic designers to illustrate their works.