Donors of all blood types are encouraged to contribute. Registration required. 1–6 p.m. FREE! www.redcrossblood.org

This week’s gathering serving alcohol alternative beverages will highlight a vocal workshop with Rin Gun. Fridays, 6 p.m. $20 suggested donation. www.instagram.com/beloved_apothecary

This second annual music festival and fundraiser will feature an art auction and collab beer release benefitting the Carrie Fischer Siegmund Grant for Classroom Innovation. 2–8 p.m. Donations encouraged. www.instagram.com/teamsiegmund

There will be a brief drag show before the theme release, plus mingling with performers and dancing the night away. 8–11 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/boybutante

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

Celebrate this re-election campaign with barbecue plates, drinks, desserts, music and games. 12–2 p.m. FREE! www.johnqforsheriff.com

Local elementary, middle and high school division step teams will compete with teams from around the nation. 12 p.m. (doors). $15 (adv.), $20. www.facebook.com/leagueofstep

Meet adoptable dogs that are part of the Project Homebound training program. 2–4 p.m. www.athenspets.net

Celebrate and support the lives of Athens youth at this annual award dinner. 6–10 p.m. $100. www.fc-cis.org/ctp2024

The marathon, half-marathon and marathon relay will begin at the same time downtown and wrap up with post-race festivities at the Classic Center. 7:30 a.m. SOLD OUT! www.classiccitymarathon.com

Bring broken household items and appliances and work with experienced fellow community members to try and fix them. 2–5 p.m. FREE! [email protected], accgov.com/repaircafe

This cooking and baking competition requires Terrapin’s Wake–n–Bake Coffee Oatmeal Imperial Stout as an ingredient. 4 p.m. $20. www.terrapinbeer.com

Hosted by the Georgia Department of Public Health, get COVID-19 vaccine and test kits. 10 a.m.–4 p.m. FREE! www.multiplechoices.us

Celebrate the end of Dry January with a variety of Spanish wines as well as small bites. 6:30 p.m. $40. www.tappedathens.com/upcomingevents

This week’s gathering serving alcohol alternative beverages will highlight flow jams with Athens Middle Eastern Orchestra. Fridays, 6 p.m. $20 suggested donation. www.instagram.com/beloved_apothecary

The documentary Linnentown: Urban Renewal, White Supremacy and the University of Georgia will be shown, followed by a presentation about Athens Reparations Action. 10 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.uuathensga.org

Browse local artist and crafter vendors and enjoy Valentine-themed drinks. 1–6 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com

Plan the perfect day by learning about trends and browsing vendors. 12:30–3 p.m. $15 (adv.), $20. www.georgiabridalshow.com

Celebrate the Get Shucked Oyster Stout beer release with the SeaBear Shuck Truck. 3–6 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com

Try four wines from the Canary Islands while learning about its unique winemaking landscape. 5 p.m. $22. [email protected]

The 9th annual event will feature storytellers Carol Cain and Andy Offutt Irwin with host Antonio Rocha. 7​​–9 p.m. $25. www.mmcc-arts.org

The inaugural fundraiser is A Midnight Winter’s Dream New Orleans themed event with music, food, beverages, a speakeasy casino and more. 7:30​​–11 p.m. $150. www.mmcc-arts.org

Dance to live swing music, enjoy food from Chef Cai Cai’s Cajun’ Cookin’ and dress up to celebrate. All Ages. 8–11 p.m. $5. www.athenticbrewing.com

Write a letter to yourself or a favorite person and leave it to Nano Athens to send it when you want it delivered. 10 a.m.–1 p.m. $5 suggested donation. www.nanoathens.com

Enjoy a free lunch, free books and prizes while straightening shelves and participating in a general clean up. 10 a.m.​​–2 p.m. FREE! www.oglethorpefol.org

The public is invited to tour and asks questions about the school. 11 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! www.athensmontessori.com

Join Fuel Hot Yoga for a “paws and poses” yoga experience benefitting AAHS. Registration required. 2 p.m. $15 (suggested donation). www.fuelhotyoga.com

A one-mile Tadpole Fun Run and a 5K benefitting Sandy Creek Nature Center. 2 p.m. (Fun Run), 2:30 p.m. (5K). $25. www.sandycreeknaturecenterinc.org

A Valentine’s Day themed vendor market with locally made gifts for adults. 2​​–6 p.m. FREE! www.globetavern.com

Celebrate the annual festival highlighting Brazilian history and culture. www.hendershotsathens.com