Storytime With Miss Alyssa
Brella Studio 855 Gaines School Rd, Suite H, Athens, GASmall children and their caregivers are invited to play, socialize and enjoy storytime with Miss Alyssa. Ages birth to 5 years. 9–10 a.m. FREE! www.brellastudio.com
Morning Mindfulness
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GAInstructor-led meditation, movement and mindfulness techniques in the galleries. No experience necessary. Email to reserve a seat. Every other Friday, 9:30 a.m. gmoa-tours@uga.edu
Fantastic Friday
Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GAAn instructor supervises while a parent/caregiver leads their little ones through amazing obstacle courses. Ages 1–4 years. Register online. 10–11:30 a.m. $7.50 (ACC residents), $9 (non-ACC residents). www.accgov.com/148/Leisure-Services
Opening Reception
tiny ATH gallery 174 Cleveland Ave., Athens, GAAthens-born artist Gary Autry shares his exhibition “The Therapeutic Nature of Travel.” 5–8 p.m. FREE! www.tinyathgallery.com
Athens Wine Weekend
The Classic Center 300 N. Thomas St., Athens, GAKicking off Athens Wine Weekend, Amuse-Bouche features a sampling of cooking from the most talented chefs from favorite local restaurants paired with the perfect wine. 5:30–7:30 p.m. $10–525. www.classiccenter.com
Rebekah and No Strings Attached
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA6 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
REBEKAH AND NO STRINGS ATTACHED Easy listening music.
Nothing Sweeter Than You Gala
Lay Park 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GADance the night away with your loved ones, and enjoy light refreshments. 6:30–8 p.m. $10–15. www.accgovga.myrec.com
Swing Theory
International Grill & Bar 1155 Mitchell Bridge Rd., Athens, GA7 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/IGBAthensGA
SWING THEORY Big band jazz and swing.
Sarah Mootz
Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, Georgia7–9 p.m. www.creaturecomfortsbeer.com
SARAH MOOTZ Indie pop and rock artist with a lot of soul.
Dark Entries Karaoke
Buvez 585 Barber Street Suite A, Athens, GA7–10 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/darkentriesathens
DARK ENTRIES KARAOKE Sing your favorite song from a curated catalog of classic to modern goth, post-punk, punk and industrial.
The Montvales
Nowhere Bar 240 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA7 p.m. (doors), 9:30 p.m. (show). www.facebook.com/NowhereBarAthens
THE MONTVALES Cincinnati duo performing stripped down, banjo-and-harmony driven songs that are equal parts honky tonk mischief and earnest meditation on friendship, heartbreak and place.
Martha Graham Dance Company
UGA Fine Arts Theatre 255 Baldwin St., Athens, GAThe ensemble will perform Canticle for Innocent Comedians and Appalachian Spring. A pre-performance talk by artistic director Janet Eilber will take place in the Fine Arts Building room 201 at 6:45 p.m. 7:30 p.m. $50–60. pac.uga.edu
You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown
Athens Academy 1281 Spartan Ln., Athens, GAThe Middle School Drama Department presents this classic musical. Feb. 3 & 4, 7:30 p.m. Feb. 5, 2 p.m. $2 (students), $5 (adults). www.facebook.com/athensacademy
Secrets
Canopy Studio 160-6 Tracy Street, Athens, GAThe advanced students present their first live performance since February 2020 in this aerial display of “Secrets.” Feb. 3, 8 p.m. Feb. 4, 4 p.m. & 8 p.m. Feb. 5, 6 p.m. $10–20. www.canopystudio.networkforgood.com
Gorgeous A$$$$CAT
work.shop 160 Winston Dr. #9, Athens, GAGorgeous George’s Improv League performs an A$$$$CAT, the long-form created by the Upright Citizens Brigade in which improvisers play out a series of scenarios inspired by true stories and recollections told by a guest monologist. This round’s monologist is Seth Hendershot. 8–9 p.m. $5. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
Country River Band
VFW (Post 2872) 835 Sunset Dr, Athens8 p.m. www.facebook.com/vfwpost2872
COUNTRY RIVER BAND Classic country rock band.
Lighthearted, Rose Hotel, Brody Price, Brennan Wedl
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA8 p.m. $12. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
LIGHTHEARTED Local alternative folk rock band anchored by twin sisters Eliza Lemmon and Gracie Huffman.
ROSE HOTEL Atlanta psych-folk project led by singer-songwriter Jordan Reynolds.
BRODY PRICE Dallas indie folk artist.
BRENNAN WEDL Indie country artist from Nashville singing songs inspired by journal entries and personal experiences.
Neal Francis, Danielle Ponder
Georgia Theatre 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA8 p.m. $22 (adv.), $27. www.georgiatheatre.com
NEAL FRANCIS Modern songwriter embracing the soul and funk traditions of the '80s.
DANIELLE PONDER Former public defender turned R&B singer songwriter.
Swear Jar, Commüne, The Grawks
Southern Brewing Co. 231 Collins Industrial Blvd., Athens, GARPM Series. 7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $7 (adv.), $10 (door). www.sobrewco.com
SWEAR JAR Four-piece band from Athens exploring new horizons in punk, indie and alternative
COMMÜNE Local political/feminist punk band living in revolt.
THE GRAWKS Punk and garage-inspired local rock and roll band.
Songwriters in The Round: Athens All-Stars Show
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens8 p.m. $10. www.hendershotsathens.com
SONGWRITERS IN THE ROUND A special song-sharing event featuring Athens all-stars Todd Cowart, Rick Fowler, Adam Payne, Ben Reynolds, Joshua Walker, Brodye Brooks, Casey King, Curt Spell and Bo Hembree.
The Birdsong with Chris Taylor
Little Rose Farm 2421 Elder Mill Rd., Watkinsville, GAAfter listening and watching birds, students will collect objects from nature to adorn gourds using the principles of design to function as a bird house. Attendees are asked to bring lunch. Ages 6 to adult. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. $35–40. www.ocaf.com
Monthly Book Sale
No. 3 Railroad Street #3 Railroad St., Arnoldsville, GAThe Friends of Oglethorpe County Library have a monthly satellite book sale. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. www.3railroad.org
Basic Blacksmithing: First Time at the Forge
Greenhow Handmade Ironworks 1939 Madison St., Comer, GAStudents will forge and assemble a wall mount rack with three hooks. Additional skills including tapering, twisting, scrolling, riveting and more will be explained. There will also be a discussion about parts of the anvil, blacksmith tools and design elements. All tools and materials included. 10 a.m.–5 p.m. $150. www.greenhowhandmade.com
Meet the Price Master
142 Hunters Run 142 Hunters Run, Athens, GASee the price master’s wares; meet him; haggle with him—he is easily swayed. 10 a.m.–5 p.m. FREE! dinosaurkillersupreme@gmail.
8th Annual “Do Tell” Storytelling Festival
Madison Morgan Cultural Center 434 S Main St, MadisonThis year’s Storytelling Festival will feature the comical and heart-warming tales of Carol Cain, Antonio Rocha and Andy Offutt Irwin. 10 a.m. & 7 p.m. $5–20. www.mmcc-arts.org
Oconee County Library Storytime
Oconee County Library 1080 Experiment Station Rd., Watkinsville, GAJoin Ms. Carley for songs, stories and crafts. Ages birth to 5 years. 11 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Bird Nesting Season Presentation
Wild Birds Unlimited 1850 Epps Bridge Pkwy, Athens, GAIn this presentation, learn how you can help the birds by providing nest boxes, platforms and suitable vegetation. RSVP to attend. 11:30 a.m. FREE! wbu511@georgiabirders.com
Athens Cars & Coffee
Southern Brewing Co. 231 Collins Industrial Blvd., Athens, GAA monthly gathering for people interested in classic cars, bikes and good coffee. 12–3 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/athenscarsandcoffee
Athens Wine Weekend
The Classic Center 300 N. Thomas St., Athens, GASip and sample wines from around the world, dive into one of many seminars and enjoy a multi-course dinner. 12:30–7:30 p.m. $10–525. www.classiccenter.com
Valentines Artist Market
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GACome find that perfect gift for your loved one and bring your Valentine. 1–6 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Secrets
Canopy Studio 160-6 Tracy Street, Athens, GAThe advanced students present their first live performance since February 2020 in this aerial display of “Secrets.” Feb. 3, 8 p.m. Feb. 4, 4 p.m. & 8 p.m. Feb. 5, 6 p.m. $10–20. www.canopystudio.networkforgood.com
Wet Meadows
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA6 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
WET MEADOWS Folksy local "botanical rock" band whose subjects and characters are inspired by natural entities.
Elegant Salute XVII
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GAThis event will kick off the Georgia Museum of Art’s 75th anniversary year with a sponsors-level pre-party of Gatsby-inspired décor, hors d’oeuvre stations and curated silent auction followed by a ticketed “Dripping in Diamonds” dance party with DJ Mahogany. 1920s-inspired attire encouraged. 6:30 p.m.–12 a.m. $55–20,000. www.georgiamuseum.org
Jalen Tyrell Eberhardt
International Grill & Bar 1155 Mitchell Bridge Rd., Athens, GA7 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/IGBAthensGA
JALEN TYRELL EBERHARDT Born and raised in Athens, Jalen has been playing saxophone since he was 11 years old.
You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown
Athens Academy 1281 Spartan Ln., Athens, GAThe Middle School Drama Department presents this classic musical. Feb. 3 & 4, 7:30 p.m. Feb. 5, 2 p.m. $2 (students), $5 (adults). www.facebook.com/athensacademy
Jackson County Jamboree
Jackson County Historic Courthouse 85 Washington St., Jefferson, GA7:30 p.m. $10–15. www.facebook.com/JacksonCountyJamboree
JACKSON COUNTY JAMBOREE The New Apostles of Bluegrass, acoustic duo Marion Montgomery and Glyn Denham, and The Extension Chords bring boot-stomping rhythms and barbershop quartet harmonies to the courthouse.
Opening Reception: Seth Martin
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GASeth Martin’s art exhibition will be on display with musical performances by Tyler Key & Strangers, Chelsea Lovitt and Rodney Sanders. 8 p.m. (doors). $10. www.flickertheatreand bar.com
Athens Showgirl Cabaret
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., AthensCome out for Athens Showgirl Cabaret’s first show of the year. All ages welcome. 8–11 p.m. FREE! www.athensshowgirlcabaret.com
Tyler Key & The Strangers, Chelsea Lovitt, Rodney Sanders
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GASeth Martin Art Opening. 8 p.m. $10. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
TYLER KEY & THE STRANGERS Multi-instrumentalist of T. Hardy Morris, The Howdies and others plays his own set of folk rock.
CHELSEA LOVITT Nashville musician exploring political themes through the many forms of Southern music.
RODNEY SANDERS No info available.
Athens Showgirl Cabaret Drag For All 13th Anniversary Show
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., AthensCelebrate 13 years of Athens Showgirl Cabaret at this big drag show. Open to all ages. 8–11 p.m. FREE! www.athensshowgirlcabaret.com
Scarlet Stitch
The Root 1235 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA9 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/AubreyEntertainmentAthensGA
SCARLET STITCH Straight-up rock and roll band from Athens.
Pylon Reenactment Society, Go Public, Tears for the Dying
Ciné Athens, GA9 p.m. $10. www.athenscine.com
PYLON REENACTMENT SOCIETY Vanessa Briscoe Hay and an all-star cast of locals play the music of Pylon, plus new originals.
GO PUBLIC New post-punk band with an old school style.
TEARS FOR THE DYING Local death-rock group fronted by songwriter Adria Stembridge.
Dripping in Diamonds Dance Party
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GADripping in Diamonds Dance Party. 9 p.m.–1 a.m. $55–75. www.georgiamuseum.org
DJ MAHOGANY Popular local DJ spins freaky funk, sultry soul, righteous R&B and a whole lotta unexpected faves. Tonight's dance party will be preceded by Elegant Salute XVII. Cocktail, black tie and 1920s-inspired attire encouraged.
1000 Meals
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., AthensStop by for a free meal with no questions asked. 9 a.m. FREE! www.hendershotsathens.com
Sunday Meditation in the Gallery
ATHICA 675 Pulaski St., Athens, GAJoin Cal Clements of Revolution Therapy and Yoga for two 30 minute meditations, with some ideas offered before and discussion after. All levels welcome. 10 a.m.–12 p.m. Donations encouraged. www.
Athens Wine Weekend
The Classic Center 300 N. Thomas St., Athens, GAClose out the weekend with brunch featuring specialty mimosas and a delicious buffet. 11:30 a.m. $10–525. www.classiccenter.com
