13th Annual UGA Three Minute Thesis
Morton Theatre 195 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesThis international research competition requires contestants to explain their thesis or dissertation topic in three minutes or less. 7–9 p.m. FREE! www.mortontheatre.com
Coffee and Tea at No. 3
No. 3 Railroad Street #3 Railroad St., Arnoldsville, GA, United StatesThe Friends of the Oglethorpe County Library are hosting a coffee shop featuring beverages for sale, Wi-Fi, games, crafts and creative activities. Thursdays, 8 a.m.–12 p.m. www.oglethorpefol.org
STEAM: Eclipse
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesEnjoy crafts and activities with certified eclipse glasses available for participants while supplies last. 4 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
UGA College of VetMed Open House
University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine 501 D. W. Brooks Drive, Athens, GA, United StatesPeople of all ages can explore the world of veterinary medicine through activities like teddy bear surgery, a Q&A panel and more. 9 a.m.–4 p.m. FREE! vet.uga.edu
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
UGA Trial Garden Spring Plant Sale
Trial Gardens 1030 W. Green St., Athens, GA, United StatesThis annual sale will feature landscape ornamentals curated from the garden’s collection of annuals, perennials and more. 8 a.m.–1 p.m. FREE! ugatrial.hort.uga.edu
Spring Fling Patio Pop-Up
Sunroof Coffee 175 Tracy St K5, Athens, United StatesBrowse goods by local artists and vendors with music and coffee. 9 a.m.–2 p.m. www.instagram.com/sunroofcoffeeath
International Street Festival
College Avenue Athens, GACelebrate 25 years of the festival that explores different cultures through performances, activities and food from around the world. 12–5 p.m. FREE! isl.uga.edu/international-street-festival
Creature Comforts’ 10th Anniversary
Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, GeorgiaCelebrate the brewery’s milestone with special glassware, food trucks and live music. 12–11 p.m. $24.99–109.99. www.creaturecomfortsbeer.com
Spring Fling Market
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse local vendors offering jewelry, ceramics, textiles, one-of-a-kind home decor and more with live music and refreshments. 1–6 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Historic Athens Heritage Walk
Cobbham Historic Neighborhood Athens, United StatesJacob Richardson will guide an exploration of the history of Cobbham, Athens’ first neighborhood. Registration required. 2 p.m. $25. www.historicathens.com
Mini Masters Mini Golf Tournament
Strange Duck Brewery 26 Old Allen Rd., Commerce, GA, United StatesIn benefit of Love.Craft Athens, enjoy a fun day of mini golf games. 2–4 p.m. (tournament), 4:30–7 p.m. (music and mini golf). $20. www.lovecraftathens.org
HauntFest
Southern Brewing Co. 231 Collins Industrial Blvd., Athens, GA, United StatesThis off-season Halloween/horror festival features live music, art vendors, entertainment and activities with the theme April Ghouls. Apr. 6, 5 p.m.–12 a.m. Apr. 7, 4–11 p.m. $15/day or $25/weekend (adv.), $20/day. www.hauntfest.us
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
Café Apollinaire
ATHICA 675 Pulaski St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe Georgia Fine Arts Academy will present its seventeenth “artsplosion” featuring live music, art, a short film, readings of short plays and comedy. 7–9 p.m. FREE! www.georgiafinearts.org
Africa Night
Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall 230 River Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesThis annual event is an immersive cultural experience showcasing an array of African cultures through dances, fashion, music and drama. 7 p.m. $15. pac.uga.edu
45th Annual Miss Black University of Georgia Pageant
Morton Theatre 195 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesIn this academic scholarship competition contestants will compete in platform speech, talent presentation, question and answer, and formal wear. 3–6:30 p.m. $15. www.mortontheatre.com
Crawfish Boil
Paloma Park 235 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesCelebrate National Beer Day with a bottomless crawfish/low country boil. 3–8 p.m. $30–40. www.palomapark.com
HauntFest
Southern Brewing Co. 231 Collins Industrial Blvd., Athens, GA, United StatesThis off-season Halloween/horror festival features live music, art vendors, entertainment and activities with the theme April Ghouls. Apr. 6, 5 p.m.–12 a.m. Apr. 7, 4–11 p.m. $15/day or $25/weekend (adv.), $20/day. www.hauntfest.us
Coffee and Tea at No. 3
No. 3 Railroad Street #3 Railroad St., Arnoldsville, GA, United StatesThe Friends of the Oglethorpe County Library are hosting a coffee shop featuring beverages for sale, Wi-Fi, games, crafts and creative activities. Thursdays, 8 a.m.–12 p.m. www.oglethorpefol.org
Forest Heights Neighborhood Yard Sale
Forest Heights Neighborhood Athens, GA, United StatesThe neighborhood-wide yard sale of 30+ homes will also feature a lemonade stand with proceeds benefitting the animal shelter, local art for sale and a pop-up from Forest Gardens Farm. 8 a.m.–2 p.m. Find Forest Heights Neighborhood Yard Sale on Facebook
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. 10–11 a.m. FREE! www.ecstaticdanceathen.wixsite.com/xstaticdanceathensga
Family Day: Oceans and Coral Reefs
UGA Special Collections Library 300 S Hull St, Athens, GA, United StatesLearn about coral reefs and sunken treasure with interactive gallery activities and a craft project. 10 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! calendar.uga.edu
Spring Plant Sale
R&R Secret Flowers 919 N. Chase St., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse a wide variety of pollinator-friendly perennials, annuals, natives, herbs and veggies. Apr. 13 & 20, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Apr. 14 & 21, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. www.rrsecretflowers.com
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
Heartsong Herbs Plant Sale
Indie South 470 Hawthorne Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse over 50 varieties of medicinal herbs, flowers and veggies. 12–3 p.m. www.theindiesouth.com
Log House Open House
Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin staff to explore the house built in the 1790s, play games, make a craft and listen to a story. Registration suggested. 1–4 p.m. $3. www.accgovga.myrec.com
Mutual Aid Athens Spring 2024 Fundraiser
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThe fundraiser will feature art, music, food, community building and donations of goods for the homeless community. 4–10 p.m. $5–10 suggested donation. www.athenticbrewing.com
Spring Plant Sale
R&R Secret Flowers 919 N. Chase St., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse a wide variety of pollinator-friendly perennials, annuals, natives, herbs and veggies. Apr. 13 & 20, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Apr. 14 & 21, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. www.rrsecretflowers.com
Off The Beaten Path Market
Puma Yu's 355 Oneta St Suite D 400 A, Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse vintage goods and handmade items from over 30 vendors plus live music and more. 12–7 p.m. FREE! www.otbpmarket.com
The Upcountry Oyster Roast
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesAthens Land Trust celebrates its 30th anniversary with an oyster roast, beer release and live music from Bichos Vivos. 2–5 p.m. $75. www.athenslandtrust.org
Greenway Ribbon Cutting
Carr’s Creek Trailhead 216 Carriage Lane, Athens, United StatesThe ACC Leisure Services Department will host a ribbon cutting for the next phase of the North Oconee River Greenway. 11 a.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/greenway
Morton Theatre Corporation Open House
Morton Theatre 195 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn more about the nonprofit that develops programming, supports operations and manages the box office policies for the Morton Theatre, with food and beverages. RSVP required. 6:30–8:30 p.m. FREE! www.mortontheatre.com
Milonga Tropical Spring 2024
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. 6:30–10 p.m. FREE! www.milongatropical.com
Illuminate Gala
The Classic Center 300 N. Thomas St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe Athens Tech Foundation hosts an annual dinner spotlighting donors and the Foundation’s impact on workforce development in the community. Registration required. 5:30 p.m. $150. www.athenstechfoundation.kindful.com/e/illuminate-2024
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
Madison Tour of Homes and Gardens
Madison-Morgan Cultural Center 434 South Main St., Madison, GA, United StatesThe annual spring tour features five historic private homes and their color-rich gardens. Apr. 19–20, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. $30–40. www.mmcc-arts.org
Georgia Trust Spring Ramble
Various Locations Athens, GA, United StatesOver 50 historic homes and sites in Athens and Watkinsville will be open for tours. Registration required. Apr. 19–21. $60–75. www.georgiatrust.org
Friday Afternoon Unwind
Oglethorpe Co. Library 858 Athens Rd., Lexington, GA, United StatesDrop in and relax with complimentary coffee, hot tea and snacks. 3–6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oglethorpe
Blossom After Dark
Lyndon House Arts Center 211 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesAn evening of entertainment, hors d’oeuvres and silent auctions to raise support and awareness of mental health initiatives within the community. 6 p.m. $25. www.athensparentwellbeing.org
Plant 2 Plate
Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse vegetable, herb and flower plants from local farms to start your garden. Apr. 20 & Apr. 28, 8 a.m.–12 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net
Georgia Bird Fest Summit
The Classic Center 300 N. Thomas St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe summit will feature a keynote presentation and breakout sessions highlighting Georgia’s conservation, education and community engagement programming. Registration required. 8:30 a.m.–2 p.m. $125. www.birdsgeorgia.org/birdfest.html
Grand Opening
Classic City Flowers & Nursery 10325 Double Bridges Rd, Winterville, GeorgiaClassic City Flowers and Nursery will celebrate its official opening with planting stations, food trucks, live music and more. Apr. 20, 9 a.m.–7 p.m. Apr. 21, 12–6 p.m. FREE! www.classiccityflowers.com
Earth Day Celebration
Foxglove Plantbar 1063 Baxter Street, Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse the Ladies Garden Club plant sale, permanent jewelry by Magpie Goods & Glitz and DIY mini terrariums for kids. 10 a.m.–3 p.m. www.foxgloveplantbar.com
Madison Tour of Homes and Gardens
Madison-Morgan Cultural Center 434 South Main St., Madison, GA, United StatesThe annual spring tour features five historic private homes and their color-rich gardens. Apr. 19–20, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. $30–40. www.mmcc-arts.org
Spring Plant Sale
R&R Secret Flowers 919 N. Chase St., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse a wide variety of pollinator-friendly perennials, annuals, natives, herbs and veggies. Apr. 13 & 20, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Apr. 14 & 21, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. www.rrsecretflowers.com
Tea Rex Party
Oglethorpe Co. Library 858 Athens Rd., Lexington, GA, United StatesDrop in to enjoy a morning of stories, crafts and snacks with a special dino guest. 11 a.m.–1 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oglethorpe
West Broad Farmers Market
Rocksprings Park Pavilion 291 Henderson Extension, Athens, GeorgiaVendors will be on site with fresh produce, local fare, rare plants, artisan goods and more. Saturdays, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! www.athenslandtrust.org/wbfm
Heartsong Herbs Plant Sale
Indie South 470 Hawthorne Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse over 50 varieties of medicinal herbs, flowers and veggies. 11–3 p.m. www.theindiesouth.com
