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
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
Ride SoFAR Fundraiser
Sweet Olive Farm 880 Parkview Rd, Winterville, United StatesFirst annual leisurely fun bicycle ride raising funds and awareness for Sweet Olive Farm Animal Rescue. 9 a.m.–3 p.m. $35–65. www.sweetolivefarm.org/pages/ride-sofar-ride-to-the-rescue
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
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
African American Heritage & Urban Agriculture Festival
West Broad Farmers Market 1573 W. Broad St., Athens, GA, United StatesThis celebration will feature kids activities, live music, an art showcase, food demos and a panel of community leaders. 11 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! [email protected]
Abnormal Bazaar
Indie South 470 Hawthorne Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThis market features vendors selling soaps, jewelry, vintage, vinyl and more. Third Saturdays, 11 a.m.–3 p.m. FREE! www.theindiesouth.com
Ecstatic Dance
Work.Shop 160 Winston Dr #9, Athens, GA, United StatesThis ceremony of rejuvenation and inspiration is a substance-free and inclusive musical celebration. 1:30–3:30 p.m. $10–15 (children under 12 free). www.ecstaticdanceathen.wixsite.com/xstaticdanceathensga
Salsa Dancing Social
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesCome have fun on the dance floor and learn some new moves. No partner or experience required. 8 p.m.–12 a.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.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
1850 Athens Properties
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesDuring this presentation, view a 3D digital replica of various historical Athens properties. 3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Thanksgiving Ingathering
Athens First UMC 327 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United StatesA hot meal will be served and “Extra Thankful Bags” filled with Thanksgiving inspired pantry staples. 5:30–6:30 p.m. FREE! www.athensfirstumc.org
Written Wishes Foundation
MaiKai Kava Lounge 1035 Baxter St Suite A, Athens, GA, United StatesStorytellers are invited to this open mic featuring poetry, spoken word, stories and songs. Third Mondays, 7 p.m. (sign-ups). FREE! www.instagram.com/bulaatmaikai
Thanksgiving Dinner
El Paso Tacos & Tequila 255 W Washington St, Athens, United StatesA hot meal from the restaurant’s Thanksgiving dinner table. 3–6 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/elpasoathenss
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
Thanksgiving Feed the Hungry
The Sparrow's Nest 745 Prince Ave, Athens, United StatesA buffet-style lunch and hygiene products will be served for those in need. 11 a.m.–2 p.m. sheatssocialservices.org
AFM Harvest Market
Buvez 585 Barber Street Suite A, Athens, GA, United StatesAthens Farmers Market will be offering produce, bread, meats, treats, eggs, drinks and more. 11 a.m.–2 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.org
Give Thanks 8k
Bottleworks 367 Prince Avenue, Athens, United StatesStart your day with a race around the downtown Athens area with a kids fun run and refreshments afterwards, in benefit of ACCA. Registration required. 8:30 a.m. $45. www.givethanks8k.com
Annual Thanksgiving Feast
Chuck's Fish 220 W Broad St, Athens, United StatesA traditional Thanksgiving meal will be served. All are welcome. 11 a.m.–3 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ChucksFishAthens
Feed the Hungry Dinner
Weaver D's 1016 E Broad St, Athens, United StatesA gospel celebration followed by a hot meal. 12 p.m. (gospel), 2 p.m. (dinner). FREE! www.facebook.com/WeaverDs
Beloved Apothecary’s Sacred Space
Rabbit Hole Studios 1001 Winterville Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesThis week’s gathering serving alcohol alternative beverages will highlight a Friendsgiving and acoustic jam. Fridays, 6 p.m. $20 suggested donation. www.instagram.com/beloved_apothecary
Beechwood’s Holiday Market
Beechwood Shopping Center 196 Alps Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesCelebrate the Beechwood Center’s tree lighting with hayrides, face painting, food trucks, smore’s, photos with Santa and more. 6–9 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/beechwoodathens
Holiday Artist Market
Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesAthens Farmers Market hosts a selection of diverse, handmade, unique and sustainable goods from local vendors. 9 a.m.–4 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net
