Mary Oliver Appreciation

Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United States

Celebrate the writer’s life and work with inspired readings, videos, snacks and discussion. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart

Candlelight Vigil

St. Gregory the Great Episcopal Church 3195 Barnett Shoals Rd., Athens, GA, United States

Join this vigil in honor of National Suicide Prevention Week. 7:30 p.m. FREE! www.stgregoryathens.org

Event Series Athens Farmers Market

Athens Farmers Market

Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, Georgia

Markets offer fresh produce, flowers, eggs, meats, prepared foods, art and crafts. Live music at 6 p.m. AFM doubles SNAP dollars spent. Wednesdays, 5–8 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net

ACC Green School Kick-Off

Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United States

Learn about the environmental education and free classroom resources available in the county and the ACC Green School Program. 4–6 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com

Painting Garden Brick Books

Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United States

Paint a provided brick to look like your favorite book for your garden. Ages 18 & up. Registration required. 4 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee

Porchfest Beer Release Party

Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United States

Historic Athens will announce the lineup for this year’s Porchfest with live music performances and the release of its collaboration beer, On the Rails. 6–9 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com

Event Series Athens Farmers Market

Athens Farmers Market

Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United States

Markets offer locally grown groceries and handmade goods with live music and children’s activities. AFM doubles SNAP dollars spent. Saturdays, 8 a.m.–12 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net

Really, Really Free Market

Reese and Pope Park

Just 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

Sumotastic Saturday

Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United States

Join in the fun and watch or participate with sumo suit match ups. Ages 14 & up. 11 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee

Event Series Pups & Pints

Pups & Pints

Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United States

ACC Animal Services’ canine outreach event provides a chance to meet shelter dogs and learn how you can get involved with shelter animals. Third Sundays, 1–3 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com

Our Casa Es Tu Casa

Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United States

Casa de Amistad’s first annual fundraiser will feature food, music, dancing and a silent auction. 5:30–8 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com

Event Series Athens Farmers Market

Athens Farmers Market

Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, Georgia

Markets offer fresh produce, flowers, eggs, meats, prepared foods, art and crafts. Live music at 6 p.m. AFM doubles SNAP dollars spent. Wednesdays, 5–8 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net

Summer Soiree

The Venue on Broad 766 West Broad Street, Athens, United States

In benefit of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Athens, there will be music, auctions, food, wine tasting and more. 6 p.m. $75–125. www.greatfuturesathens.com

Grand Opening

PlainJane Designs 149 Oneta St, Suite 6G, Athens, United States

The new boutique will celebrate its opening with raffles and provide a chance to browse its goods and services. 10 a.m.–5 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/plainjanedesigns

Talk (and Dress!) Like a Pirate Day

Oglethorpe Co. Library 858 Athens Rd., Lexington, GA, United States

All ages are welcome to celebrate by crafting a pirate hat and taking home a piece of the treasure. 10 a.m.–6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oglethorpe

Willson Center Friends Fundraiser

Big City Bread Café 393 North Finley Street, Athens, United States

Enjoy music and conversation with all proceeds going to the Director’s Fund in the Humanities and Arts. 6 p.m. $50. willson.uga.edu

Athens in the Streets

First American Bank & Trust (Main Office) 300 College Ave., Athens

An afternoon of fun with food trucks, a street concert, UGA Offensive Line signing autographs and more. 5–7:30 p.m. FREE! www.fabt.bank

Sip & Shuck 2024

Hardeman-Sams House & Garden 255 Milledge, Athens, Georgia

Enjoy an evening of oysters and live music with funds benefitting various programs of The Cancer Foundation. 6 p.m. $125. www.cancerfoundationofnega.org

Letters to Seniors

Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United States

Drop-in to write meaningful letters that will be distributed to seniors living in Georgia. 11 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee

Oktoberfest

Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United States

Celebrate with traditional German vibes, German fares, a beer release, a costume contest and live music. 5–11 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com

Event Series Athens Farmers Market

Athens Farmers Market

Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United States

Markets offer locally grown groceries and handmade goods with live music and children’s activities. AFM doubles SNAP dollars spent. Saturdays, 8 a.m.–12 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net

Solar System Walk Planetarium Program

Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Rd., Athens, GA, United States

Explore what makes up our solar system, then go for a walk to visualize how spread out it is. Registration required. 10 a.m. $5 (ACC residents), $7.50 (non-residents). www.accgov.com/myrec

10th Anniversary Celebration

Lexington Vintage 1743 Lexington Rd, Athens, GA

There will be snacks, raffles and store discounts. 10 a.m.–5 p.m. www.lexingtonvintageathens.com

Event Series Secret Record Swap

Secret Record Swap

Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United States

Vendors from around the Southeast will be buying, trading and selling records, CDs, tapes, books, posters, DVDs and more. 11 a.m. (early admission). $5. 12–6 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com

Bishop Boogie

5000 Macon Hwy. 5000 Macon Hwy., Bishop, United States

The second annual fall festival event featuring food trucks, vendors, a kids zone, live music, a 5K and more. 11 a.m.–8 p.m. FREE! www.townofbishop.org

Ecstatic Dance

work.shop 160 Winston Dr. #9, Athens, GA, United States

This ceremony of rejuvenation and inspiration is a substance-free and inclusive musical celebration. 1–3 p.m. $15. www.instagram.com/ecstatic_dance_athens_ga

Celebrate Democracy

J. Cliff Yarbrough Memorial Park Comer, United States

Meet your state and local candidates with keynote speaker Jon Ossof. 1–4 p.m. FREE! mcgademocrats.wixsite.com/mcdp

Farm Fall Festival

Butterfly Dreams Farm 2981 Hog Mountain Rd, Watkinsville, United States

There will be a pony kissing booth, hayride, face painting, silent auction and children’s games. 1–5 p.m.

Tea Tasting

The Cafe on Lumpkin 1700 S Lumpkin St, Athens, United States

Try six different teas with an explanation of their flavors and how they are made. 3 p.m. $20. www.thecafeonlumpkin.com

Bayou Bodega

The Old Pal 1320 Prince Ave., Athens, United States

Browse locally crafted goods and more, then celebrate the Old Pals’ 11th anniversary with a dance party. 5–7 p.m. www.theoldpal.com

AFMDS Contra Dance

Memorial Park Administration Building 293 Gran Ellen Drive, Athens, United States

This community dance features caller Jennie Inglis and live music by Snapfinger. 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

Photography Book Release & Variety Show

40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States

Jason Thrasher will sign his newest book Murmur Trestle with performances by musicians from his Athens Potluck book and a Grit-themed potluck dinner, in benefit of Nuçi’s Space. 7 p.m. $10. www.40watt.com

Groovy Nights

VFW Post 2872 835 Sunset Dr, Athens

Dust off the disco ball, grab a dancing partner and enjoy tunes from the ’70s and ’80s as well as an epic lip sync battle. Proceeds benefit Project Safe. 8 p.m. $35–55. www.project-safe.org