Experience the rich and diverse flavors of whiskey from Japan by sampling. 7–9 p.m. $25. www.eventbrite.com/cc/whiskies-of-the-world-2578279

This week’s gathering serving alcohol alternative beverages will highlight Kirtan with Gershone and Gina. 6 p.m. $20 suggested donation. www.instagram.com/beloved_apothecary

Sign up to volunteer or as a family with a child in need to distribute or pick up toys for the holidays. 11 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! [email protected]

This week’s gathering serving alcohol alternative beverages will highlight herbal talks with Victoria Bradfield. Fridays, 6 p.m. $20 suggested donation. www.instagram.com/beloved_apothecary

The Marigold Market will close out its season with handcrafted items, baked goods, local produce and more. 10 a.m.​​–2 p.m. www.marigoldmarketwinterville.com

The farmers market will feature its usual goods in addition to a lineup of local crafters and a gingerbread house contest. 11 a.m.–2 p.m. www.wbfm.locallygrown.net

Strike a pose with your furry friend alongside the Grinch for a fun photo opportunity. Registration required. Ages 6 & up. 11:30 a.m.​​–1 p.m. $5 (resident), $7.50 (non-resident). www.accgovga.myrec.com

There will be more than 50 artists and makers with live music all day plus food trucks onsite. 12​​–10 p.m. FREE! www.creaturecomfortsbeer.com

Jewelry will be custom wire-wrapped with your intention as inspiration. 2–6 p.m. www.shopsotm.com

Play games and beat challenges at each bar on the crawl. 4–6 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/theladies_network

This ceremony of rejuvenation and inspiration is a substance-free and inclusive musical celebration. 6–8 p.m. $10–15 (children under 12 free). www.ecstaticdanceathen.wixsite.com/xstaticdanceathensga

This community dance features caller Janet Shepherd and live music by The Old Folkers. No partner required. 6:30 p.m. (intro session), 7 p.m. (dance). $12 (adults), $10 (students w/ ID), 17 & under FREE! www.athensfolk.org

Local vendors will have jewelry, plants, home decor, up-cycled and vintage clothing, art prints and more. 1–6 p.m. Search Holiday Market at the Globe on Facebook

A panel of community members will discuss how the book The Miseducation of the Negro resonates today followed by open discussion. 3 p.m. FREE! athens-asalh.org

Wear your ugliest sweater and enjoy a White Elephant gift exchange, holiday games, caroling and light refreshments. Ages 18 & up. Registration required. 1​​–2:30 p.m. $1 (resident), $2 (non-resident). www.accgovga.myrec.com

A representative from the AHS will be available to talk about its programs and services. 2​​–4 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org

This week’s gathering serving alcohol alternative beverages will highlight movement medicine with Estra Grace. Fridays, 6 p.m. $20 suggested donation. www.instagram.com/beloved_apothecary

The shelter is hosting a holiday drop-in event with special prices and volunteer adoption counselors to help match you with a pet. 12–3 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/Athenspets

More than 40 local vendors will offer original art, bath and beauty products, sustainable fashion and more with live music. 1–7 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com

Parade through downtown to the UGA quad with handheld speakers playing holiday music. 7:30 p.m. FREE! [email protected]

This week’s gathering serving alcohol alternative beverages will highlight shamanic journeying with Stephanie. Fridays, 6 p.m. $20 suggested donation. www.instagram.com/beloved_apothecary

Come hang out and play board games and card games with your friends. 10 a.m.–6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart

This week’s gathering serving alcohol alternative beverages will highlight yoga flow with Sam Thurmond. Fridays, 6 p.m. $20 suggested donation. www.instagram.com/beloved_apothecary

This fundraiser event to help local artist Noah James Saunders exhibit their art in Los Angeles features live music, poetry readings, auctions and more. 6–10 p.m. $20 suggested donation. [email protected]

Celebrate the 131st birthday of J.R.R. Tolkien with a presentation, trivia, reference materials and refreshments. 2–3:45 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart

Spaceball Entertainment presents a celebration of weirdness and creative forces with an open gallery, record sale, potluck and live music. 5 p.m. $10. www.facebook.com/spaceballentertainment

Learn more about OLLI, the learning and social organization for adults 50+, with a drawing for free membership. 1–3 p.m. FREE! olli.uga.edu

Celebrate the release of Skeleton in the Art Closet, the second book in Gail Karwoski’s watercolor mystery series, and the watercolor painting exhibit by WOW. 5:30–8 p.m. FREE! www.ocaf.com

This week’s gathering serving alcohol alternative beverages will highlight energy reading and balancing with Kim Long. Fridays, 6 p.m. $20 suggested donation. www.instagram.com/beloved_apothecary

The banquet honors individuals and organizations that have made contributions to human relations and also awards scholarships to high school seniors. 5 p.m. www.humanrelationscouncil.org/mlk-awards-banquet

This service is a formal observance of the life and goals of the late Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. 4 p.m. FREE! www.humanrelationscouncil.org

More than 30 different community organizations, schools and churches will host volunteer service projects. Online registration closes Jan. 12, limited walk-up registration available. 8:30–9:30 a.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/mlkday

The Athens Anti-Discrimination Movement and the United Group of Artists Music Association host the eighth annual parade. Vendors and participants can still register. 12–6 p.m. FREE! www.athmlkparade.com