Athens Farmers Market
Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, GeorgiaMarkets offer fresh produce, flowers, eggs, meats, prepared foods, art and crafts. Live music at 6 p.m. AFM doubles SNAP dollars. Every Wednesday, 5–8 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net
Milonga Tropical Fall 2023
Rialto Club 500 College Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThe event features tango lessons, live dance performances by various groups and an open floor for social dancing. 6:30–9:30 p.m. FREE! franklin.uga.edu
Diamond Hill Farm Stand
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesVegetables and fresh flowers are available on hand and pre-ordered. Every Thursday, 4–6 p.m. www.diamondhillfarmathens.com
Paws Unchained Fundraiser
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesGet holiday pet portraits taken by Courtney Bryson, along with a percentage night to benefit Paws Unchained. 4–9 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
Ladies Night Out
Boutier Winery & Inn 4506 Hudson River Church Road, Danielsville, GA, United StatesEnjoy a night of dancing with wine, beer and a buffet. First Thursdays, 6:30–9:30 p.m. $20. www.boutierwinery.com
Christmas Market
El Carretonero 124 Rowe Rd, Athens, GALocal crafters and food vendors plus a visit from Santa. 12–4 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/El-Carretonero
Micky Dolenz
Wuxtry Records 197 E. Clayton St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe Monkees member celebrates his newest solo project release called Dolenz Sings R.E.M. Mayor Kelly Girtz will present Dolenz with a Key to the City, and a ’60s rock supergroup of Jason NeSmith, Michael Guthrie and friends will perform a Monkees tribute set. Dolenz will sign autographs and take photos with attendees who have pre-ordered the album. 3–7 p.m. www.facebook.com/WuxtryAthens
UGA Homecoming Parade
Downtown Athens AthensThe annual family-friendly downtown parade celebrates UGA homecoming with a variety of floats and performances. 6 p.m. FREE! www.uga.edu/homecoming
Athens Farmers Market
Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesMarkets offer locally grown groceries and handmade goods. Attendees can enjoy free live music and children’s activities. AFM doubles SNAP dollars spent at the market. Every Saturday, 8 a.m.–12 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net
Athens Montessori School Fall Festival
Athens Montessori School 3145 Barnett Shoals Rd, Athens, GA, United StatesA day of fun with craft vendors and children’s events including a bounce house, magic show, face painting and more. 10 a.m.–3 p.m. FREE! [email protected]
West Broad Farmers Market
West Broad Farmers Market 1573 W. Broad St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe market offers fresh produce, locally raised meat and eggs, baked goods, flowers, artisan goods and more. Online ordering is available Sundays–Thursdays for drive-thru pick up. Saturdays, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. www.wbfm.locallygrown.net
Art Show and Book Sale
Oglethorpe Co. Library 858 Athens Rd., Lexington, GA, United StatesThe Friends of the Oglethorpe County Library is hosting its third annual event with more than 17 local artists and artisans and a selection of books for sale. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! www.oglethorpefol.org
Celebrate Faith Series
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesHighlighting important religious holidays, this month learn about Christmas through books, songs and crafts. 11–11:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Fiesta del Museo
Steffen Thomas Museum of Art 4200 Bethany Rd., Buckhead, GA, United StatesEnjoy live music and a food truck while browsing the special exhibition “Algo para Declarar.” 4–8 p.m. FREE! www.steffenthomas.org
Saturday Salsa
Oak House Distillery 1015 Macon Hwy., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy a cozy night of dancing salsa, bachata and merengue. All ages. 6:30–10 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/OakHouseDistillery
75th Anniversary Celebration and Spotlight on the Arts Family Day
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe event will feature art activities, prizes, a photo booth, light refreshments and more. Registration required. A Spotlight on the Arts event. 1–5 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
Rescue Paws UGA Fall Festival
UGA Tate Student Center 45 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin to meet shelter dogs and cats, browse vendors and enjoy refreshments in benefit of local animal shelters. 1–5 p.m. www.instagram.com/rescuepawsuga
West Broad Farmers Market and Garden
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesVendors will be on site with fresh produce, local fare, rare plants, artisan goods and more. Tuesdays, 5–8 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
No Phone Party
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesDisconnect to connect with a phone-free, laptop-free happy hour. Every Tuesday, 6–9 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.com
Athens Farmers Market
Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, GeorgiaMarkets offer fresh produce, flowers, eggs, meats, prepared foods, art and crafts. Live music at 6 p.m. AFM doubles SNAP dollars. Every Wednesday, 5–8 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net
Diamond Hill Farm Stand
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesVegetables and fresh flowers are available on hand and pre-ordered. Every Thursday, 4–6 p.m. www.diamondhillfarmathens.com
Spotlight x Spotlight Ecologies
Ciné Athens, GA, United StatesThis collaborative art experience “Sea Sound Seen” features composer Peter Van Zandt Lane, photographer Dana Montlack and poet Felicia Zamora. A Spotlight on the Arts event. 6–8 p.m. FREE! arts.uga.edu
Cornhole Tournament
Terrapin Beer Co. 265 Newton Bridge Road, Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy the classic outdoor game with proceeds benefiting Hope Haven of Northeast Georgia. 5–8 p.m. $25. www.hopehaven.net
Beloved Apothecary’s Sacred Space
Rabbit Hole Studios 1001 Winterville Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesThis week’s gathering serving alcohol alternative beverages will highlight yoga with Miles Bunch. Fridays, 6 p.m. $20 suggested donation. www.instagram.com/beloved_apothecary
Athens Farmers Market
Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesMarkets offer locally grown groceries and handmade goods. Attendees can enjoy free live music and children’s activities. AFM doubles SNAP dollars spent at the market. Every Saturday, 8 a.m.–12 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net
Pottery Open Studio
Regina Mandell's Studio 1063 West Hancock Avenue, Athens, GARegina Mandell will host a holiday sale at her pottery studio. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! www.reginamandell.com
All Are Welcome Annual Fall Market
Sisters of the Moon 297 Prince Ave, Suite 17, Athens, United StatesSisters of the Moon inaugural event celebrating queer, POC and local artisans with an inclusive marketplace. Oct. 11–12, 10 a.m–5 p.m. FREE! www.shopsotm.com
West Broad Farmers Market
West Broad Farmers Market 1573 W. Broad St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe market offers fresh produce, locally raised meat and eggs, baked goods, flowers, artisan goods and more. Online ordering is available Sundays–Thursdays for drive-thru pick up. Saturdays, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. www.wbfm.locallygrown.net
Really, Really Free Market
Reese and Pope ParkJust like a yard sale, but everything is free. Bring what you can, take what you need. Second Saturday of every month. 12–1:30 p.m. [email protected], www.facebook.com/RRFMAthens
Heritage Walk: Tour of Carr’s Hill
Carr's Hill 594 Oconee St, Athens, GATour one of the first developed areas of Athens with Maxine Pinson Easom co-author of Across the River: The People, Places, and Culture of East Athens. 2–4 p.m. $25. www.historicathens.com
Adoption Awareness
Cornerstone Church 4680 Lexington Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesCelebrate Adoption Day by hearing from prospective adoptive agencies, listening to stories of children ready for adoption and more. 8 a.m.–1 p.m. FREE! www.cornerstoneathens.cc
All Are Welcome Annual Fall Market
Sisters of the Moon 297 Prince Ave, Suite 17, Athens, United StatesSisters of the Moon inaugural event celebrating queer, POC and local artisans with an inclusive marketplace. Oct. 11–12, 10 a.m–5 p.m. FREE! www.shopsotm.com
Treehouse Squared Fall Fest
Treehouse Kid & Craft 815 W. Broad St., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin Treehouse Zine and Treehouse Kid and Craft for candle-making, zine-making, music and more. All ages. 12–3 p.m. FREE! www.treehousezine.com
Lunch & Learn
Oglethorpe Co. Library 858 Athens Rd., Lexington, GA, United StatesTrina Gaither’s talk “Beans, The Perfect Vegetable” focuses how to grow and use a select varieties from Georgia, and there will be samples, seeds and recipes. 12 p.m. FREE! www.oglethorpefol.org
Holiday Open House
Lexington Vintage 1743 Lexington Rd, Athens, GAEnjoy vendors, refreshments, door prizes and a selfie with Santa. 9:30 a.m.–7 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/lexingtonvintageathens
West Broad Farmers Market and Garden
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesVendors will be on site with fresh produce, local fare, rare plants, artisan goods and more. Tuesdays, 5–8 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
No Phone Party
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesDisconnect to connect with a phone-free, laptop-free happy hour. Every Tuesday, 6–9 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.com
Holiday Market
Athens Academy 1281 Spartan Ln., Athens, GA, United StatesOver 80 vendors from across the Southeast offering a variety items including jewelry, pottery and more. Nov. 15, 5–7 p.m. $5. Nov. 16, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. FREE! www.athensacademy.org
Athens Farmers Market
Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, GeorgiaMarkets offer fresh produce, flowers, eggs, meats, prepared foods, art and crafts. Live music at 6 p.m. AFM doubles SNAP dollars. Every Wednesday, 5–8 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net
Wines for the Thanksgiving Table
Tapped Athens Wine Market 297 Prince Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy a six-selection wine tasting to find the perfect bottle for your holiday celebration. 6:30 p.m. $40. [email protected]
Holiday Market
Athens Academy 1281 Spartan Ln., Athens, GA, United StatesOver 80 vendors from across the Southeast offering a variety items including jewelry, pottery and more. Nov. 15, 5–7 p.m. $5. Nov. 16, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. FREE! www.athensacademy.org
Diamond Hill Farm Stand
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesVegetables and fresh flowers are available on hand and pre-ordered. Every Thursday, 4–6 p.m. www.diamondhillfarmathens.com
Dodd Market
Lamar Dodd School of Art 270 River Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesAnnual market with a variety of items from UGA art students. 10 a.m–6 p.m. FREE! www.doddmarket.com
Look What I Can Do: “Ignite”
The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesA Love.Craft Athens benefit with live art show featuring various local artists plus an auction and a performance by the Love.Craft Band. 5–8 p.m. $50. www.lovecraftathens.kindful.com
Christmas Marketplace
Historic Crawford Depot 1158 Athens Road, Crawford, United StatesBrowse goods from local entrepreneurs and artisans, and participate in the silent auction. Nov. 17, 5–8 p.m. Nov. 18, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Nov. 19, 12–5 p.m. www.facebook.com/oglethorpecountychamber
One Night Stand: A Sexuality Powerpoint Party
Revolution Therapy and Yoga 675 Pulaski St., Athens, GA, United StatesA monthly edu-taiment event with micro talks by experts and enthusiasts about anything within the realm of sexuality. 5:30–7 p.m. $10 donation. www.revolutiontherapyandyoga.com
Beloved Apothecary’s Sacred Space
Rabbit Hole Studios 1001 Winterville Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesThis week’s gathering serving alcohol alternative beverages will highlight medicine songs with Tatiana Kiselyova. Fridays, 6 p.m. $20 suggested donation. www.instagram.com/beloved_apothecary
Tales on the Porch
Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy a small fire, a hot beverage and stories from storyteller Jackie Elsner. Registration required. 7–8 p.m. $3. www.accgovga.myrec.com
