Galentine’s Gathering
Sisters of the Moon 297 Prince Ave, Suite 17, Athens, United StatesScreening of Practical Magic with a potluck dinner hosted by a local coven. 6:30–9:30 p.m. Donations encouraged. www.shopsotm.com
Valentine’s House Plant Sale
Trial Gardens 1030 W. Green St., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse a selection of antique dish gardens, tropicals, orchids and flowering plants. 10 a.m.–3 p.m. ugatrial.hort.uga.edu
Historic Athens Mardi Gras
Terrapin Beer Co. 265 Newton Bridge Road, Athens, GA, United StatesJoin this sixth annual event for a masquerade featuring live music, swing dance lessons, a drag showcase, authentic New Orleans cuisine and an art auction. 5:30–10:30 p.m. $40–80. www.historicathens.com/mardigras
Galentine’s Day Celebration
Lexington Vintage 1743 Lexington Rd, Athens, GAGrab your galfriends and enjoy sweet treats, door prizes, snacks and extended business hours. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/lexingtonvintage
Love & Espresso Martinis
The National 232 West Hancock Avenue, AthensSpecialty crafted cocktail event hosted by a variety of vendors. 9 p.m.–12 a.m. FREE! www.thenationalrestaurant.com
Wedding Wednesday Open House
Live Wire 227 W Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesDrop in for a venue tour and meet with wedding planners and vendors. 4–8 p.m. FREE! www.livewireathens.com
Valentine’s Supper Club
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesCANCELED. www.athenticbrewing.com
Valentine’s Wine Tasting
Tapped Athens Wine Market 297 Prince Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesA special tasting of five varietal wines with small plates, a box of local chocolates and a rose. Reservation required. 6:30 p.m. $75. [email protected]
Palentine’s Night
Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy crafts and snacks, have some coffee and chocolate, then end the night with a planetarium program. 7–9 p.m. $25. www.accgovga.myrec.com
Ladies Network Galentine’s Pop-Up Market
Tapped Athens Wine Market 297 Prince Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy sipping wine while browsing women-owned vendors. RSVP encouraged. 6–8 p.m. FREE! [email protected]
Terrapin Mobile Food Pantry
Terrapin Beer Co. 265 Newton Bridge Road, Athens, GA, United StatesFirst come, first serve rain or shine food distribution for those in need who meet income eligibility requirements. Third Fridays, 10 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.terrapinbeer.com
A Night of Doomed Romance, Song, Poetry and Art
Spaceball Bazaar 130 N. Church St., Bogart, GAJoin local poets and musicians for an evening devoted to failed romance, lost love and loneliness with set performances and an open mic. 5–10 p.m. $10. www.instagram.com/spaceball.bazaar
Georgia Arbor Day Celebration
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThe Athens Tree Council will be giving away free tree saplings while supplies last. 5:30–7:30 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
Sensation Soirée
Revolution Therapy and Yoga 675 Pulaski St., Athens, GA, United StatesGet into your body and explore ways to curate the sensational experience you and your lover(s) desire with private sensory stations. Limited space. 6 p.m. $129–149/couple. www.sensationsoiree.eventbrite.com
HeAthens Homecoming Cookout & Auction
Nuçi's Space 396 Oconee St., Athens, GA, United StatesIn benefit of Nuçi’s Space, this annual celebration of Drive-By Truckers’ music and community is open to all. 12–4 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/nucisspace
Miss Queen of Hearts Pageant
Morton Theatre 195 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe first annual pageant with the goal to empower young girls with confidence, positive self-esteem and more. 5:30 p.m. $20-25. www.instagram.com/slay_pageant
Big Hearts Gala
The Classic Center 300 N. Thomas St., Athens, GA, United StatesThis annual event starts with a silent auction and reception followed by dinner and dancing. 5 p.m. $250. www.espbighearts.com
Athens Folk Music and Dance Society Contra Dance
Memorial Park Administration Building 293 Gran Ellen Drive, Athens, United StatesThis community dance features caller Charlotte Crittenden and live music by The F-holes. 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
Pups & Pints
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThe patio will be full of adoptable dogs with a free pour for every adoption. Third Sundays, 3–6 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
A Healing Service
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens 780 Timothy Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesA gathering to hold space for healing through music, readings and images that bring comfort, strength and hope. 4 p.m. FREE! www.uuathensga.org
Science Fiction + Advocacy
Richard B. Russell Special Collections Library 300 S. Hull St., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn about UGA’s historical zine and comics collections, then make your own zine honoring science fiction author Michael Bishop. RVSP by email. 4 p.m. FREE! [email protected]
Athens Technical College Open House
Athens Technical College 800 US Hwy. 29 N., Athens, GA, United StatesProspective students can drop in for a campus tour, sign up for orientation and meet with instructional staff. 5:30–7:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenstech.edu
Wedding Wednesday Open House
Live Wire 227 W Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesDrop in for a venue tour and meet with wedding planners and vendors. 4–8 p.m. FREE! www.livewireathens.com
Whiskies of North America
J's Bottle Shop 1452 Prince Avenue, AthensLearn about the North American single malts by sampling. 7–9 p.m. $25. www.eventbrite.com/cc/whiskies-of-the-world-2578279
Planet Earth Rocks and Crystals Warehouse Sale
Planet Earth Rocks and Crystals 135 Mill Center Blvd., Athens, GA, United StatesThe warehouse is open to the public to browse over 6,000 square feet of crystals and specimens. Feb. 22–23, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Feb. 24, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. www.facebook.com/planetearthrocksandcrystals
Orchids and Chocolates
State Botanical Garden of Georgia 2450 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesParticipants will receive an orchid and enjoy a chocolate tasting and demonstrations about the cacao bean and orchids from the garden’s collection. 5 p.m. $50. botgarden.uga.edu
Bowling for Bottoms
Starland Lounge & Lanes 145 E. Clayton St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe fundraiser will include socializing and duckpin bowling in benefit of the Athens Area Diaper Bank. 6:30–8:30 p.m. $20. www.athensareadiaperbank.com
Planet Earth Rocks and Crystals Warehouse Sale
Planet Earth Rocks and Crystals 135 Mill Center Blvd., Athens, GA, United StatesThe warehouse is open to the public to browse over 6,000 square feet of crystals and specimens. Feb. 22–23, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Feb. 24, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. www.facebook.com/planetearthrocksandcrystals
Athens Run for Ahmaud Arbery
AADM Justice Center and Bookstore 3700 Atlanta Hwy. (Georgia Square Mall, 1st floor), Athens, GA, United StatesAn annual 2.3 mile walk/run event to honor and celebrate the life of Ahmaud Arbery and raise awareness on citizen arrest and hate crime legislation. 8–11 a.m. FREE! Donations suggested. www.aadmovement.org
Civil Rights Bus Tour
Downtown Athens AthensThe tour is an immersive journey through Athens-Clarke County civil rights history stopping at significant locations. Registration required. 10 a.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/echoesofthepasttour
Planet Earth Rocks and Crystals Warehouse Sale
Planet Earth Rocks and Crystals 135 Mill Center Blvd., Athens, GA, United StatesThe warehouse is open to the public to browse over 6,000 square feet of crystals and specimens. Feb. 22–23, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Feb. 24, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. www.facebook.com/planetearthrocksandcrystals
Open Studio Coffee Meet & Greet
Lyndon House Arts Center 211 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesThose interested in learning more about membership can meet other artists, tour the studios and ask questions. 11 a.m.–1 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/7350/Open-Studio-Membership
Fairy Hair with Southern Sparkle
Sisters of the Moon 297 Prince Ave, Suite 17, Athens, United StatesShine up for spring with a fairy hair tinsel session. 12–5 p.m. FREE! www.shopsotm.com
Small Town Saturday
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse local vendors with live music and food for sale. 2–8 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
Wedding Wednesday Open House
Live Wire 227 W Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesDrop in for a venue tour and meet with wedding planners and vendors. 4–8 p.m. FREE! www.livewireathens.com
Leap into New Friendships Speed Dating
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesA fun evening with eight rounds of speed dating for those looking to meet and mingle with LQBTQ+ folks in the community. Ages 21 & up. 6:30 p.m. $5 suggested donation. www.athenspride.org
8th Annual Athens Rock, Gem, Mineral, Fossil and Jewelry Show
The Classic Center 300 N. Thomas St., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse the wares of over two dozen independent dealers of all things geologic. Mar. 1–2, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Mar. 3, 11 a.m.–5 p.m. $8 (adults), FREE! (12 & under). www.classiccenter.com
First Fridays
Southern Brewing Co. 231 Collins Industrial Blvd., Athens, GA, United StatesKick off the weekend with live music, an on-site food truck and a mini-market featuring local vendors. First Fridays, 5–10 p.m. FREE! www.sobrewco.com
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
Classic City Swing 9 Friday Night Dance
UGA New Dance Theatre 263 W. Green St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe night will begin with a beginner swing dance lesson (7–8 p.m.), followed by a social dance with a live band (8–11 p.m.). $15 (w/ UGA ID), $30. www.classiccityswing.com
Seed Swap and Book Sale
No. 3 Railroad Street #3 Railroad St., Arnoldsville, GA, United StatesFriends of the Oglethorpe Co. Library is sponsoring this seed swap and book sale with proceeds benefitting the library. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. [email protected]
8th Annual Athens Rock, Gem, Mineral, Fossil and Jewelry Show
The Classic Center 300 N. Thomas St., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse the wares of over two dozen independent dealers of all things geologic. Mar. 1–2, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Mar. 3, 11 a.m.–5 p.m. $8 (adults), FREE! (12 & under). www.classiccenter.com
Oconee Library Grand Opening
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesCheck out the library’s new location with an opening ceremony, live music, magic show, folk dancing and more. 10 a.m.–7:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
All Are Welcome Spring Market
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse over 50 local vendors with live music entertainment throughout the day. Mar. 2–3, 12–6 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
Crafting Serenity, Nurturing Beauty
Lotus International 5 Dairy Pak Rd., Athens, United StatesBonsai artist Jim Doyle will share his bonsai technique and knowledge with a demonstration. 1:30 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/LotusInternationalInc
8th Annual Athens Rock, Gem, Mineral, Fossil and Jewelry Show
The Classic Center 300 N. Thomas St., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse the wares of over two dozen independent dealers of all things geologic. Mar. 1–2, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Mar. 3, 11 a.m.–5 p.m. $8 (adults), FREE! (12 & under). www.classiccenter.com
All Are Welcome Spring Market
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse over 50 local vendors with live music entertainment throughout the day. Mar. 2–3, 12–6 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
Unity Vigil for Laken Riley
ACC City Hall 301 College Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThe Athens community is invited to peacefully gather, with flowers if able, and honor Laken Riley by responding to tragedy with love, not hate. 5:30 p.m. FREE! www.aadmovement.org
Explore The Creative Space
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesDemos for the new 3D printer, laser engraver, digital editing stations and Classic City Vibes recording studio will be available in addition to gaming experiences. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee