Aphex Twin Pre-Release Listening Party
Ciné Athens, GA, United StatesWuxtry Records is hosting a listening party for the expanded reissue of Aphex Twin’s electronica album Selected Ambient Works Vol. 2 with giveaways and more. 5–7 p.m. FREE! www.athenscine.com
Athens Farmers Market
Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, GeorgiaMarkets 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
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. Oct. 3–4, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Oct. 5, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. www.facebook.com/planetearthrocksandcrystals
Oglethorpe Library Friends Fall Book Sale
Oglethorpe Co. Library 858 Athens Rd., Lexington, GA, United StatesBrowse books, children’s books, CDs, DVDs and audiobooks. Saturday is $5/Bag Day. Oct. 3–5. www.oglethorpefol.org
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. Oct. 3–4, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Oct. 5, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. www.facebook.com/planetearthrocksandcrystals
Oglethorpe Library Friends Fall Book Sale
Oglethorpe Co. Library 858 Athens Rd., Lexington, GA, United StatesBrowse books, children’s books, CDs, DVDs and audiobooks. Saturday is $5/Bag Day. Oct. 3–5. www.oglethorpefol.org
Community Potluck
Winterville Cultural Center 371 N Church St, Winterville, GA, United StatesBring a dish to share, tour the upstairs gallery and discuss topics that vary monthly. 12 p.m. FREE! www.wintervillecenter.com
Beacon of Hope
Hope Haven 795 Newton Bridge Road, Athens, United StatesThe Athens-Oconee CASA third annual gala with a silent auction, dessert dash and more benefitting children in the foster care system. 5:30–9 p.m. $100. www.athensoconeecasa.org
UGA Homecoming Parade
Downtown Athens AthensThe annual family-friendly downtown parade celebrates UGA homecoming with a variety of floats and performances. 6 p.m. FREE! els.uga.edu/homecoming
Athens Farmers Market
Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesMarkets 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
Danielsville Farmers Market
Danielsville City Hall 10 Government Circle, Danielsville, United StatesBrowse vendors with an array of homemade, handmade and state-grown products. 8 a.m.–12 p.m. www.danielsvillemarket.wixsite.com/farmersmarket
Comer Community Market
Farmer's Market Building 1914 Madison St., Comer, United StatesLocally grown produce, eggs, foods, pottery, jewelry and handmade goods. Saturdays, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. www.facebook.com/ComerFM
Homemade Hullabaloo
Oglethorpe Co. Library 858 Athens Rd., Lexington, GA, United StatesBring a plate of homemade snacks, crafts, art projects, gifts or plants to swap. All ages. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oglethorpe
Oglethorpe Library Friends Fall Book Sale
Oglethorpe Co. Library 858 Athens Rd., Lexington, GA, United StatesBrowse books, children’s books, CDs, DVDs and audiobooks. Saturday is $5/Bag Day. Oct. 3–5. www.oglethorpefol.org
Hurricane Helene Donation Sale
Good Dirt 485 Macon Highway, Athens, GAStudio artists and students will have pottery for sale with guest artists in other media raising money for hurricane victims. 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Donations. www.gooddirt.net
Bag of Books Sale
Front Porch Bookstore 102 Marigold Ln., WintervilleBrowse books for sale. Saturdays, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. $10/bag. Front Porch Bookstore on Facebook
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
BBQ & Ballots
1090 Whit Davis Road 1090 Whit Davis Rd., Athens, United StatesLearn about the voting process, meet local leaders and get informed on issues while enjoying barbecue and live music. 11 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! [email protected]
Small Town Saturday
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesShop from a variety of local craft vendors. 1–6 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Nevermore: An Edgar Allan Poe Commemoration
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesOn the anniversary of his death engage in readings, trivia, videos, snacks, prizes and more. 2 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
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. Oct. 3–4, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Oct. 5, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. www.facebook.com/planetearthrocksandcrystals
Two Year Anniversary Celebration
Creative Space 2500 W Broad Street, Suite 606, Athens, United StatesLearn more about the space and network with fellow creatives with refreshments supplied. 1:30–4 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/creativespaceath
Apalachee High School Rally
100 Court Street 100 Court St, Monroe, United StatesMoms Demand Action and Indivisible Georgia District 10 lead a rally for gun regulations. 5 p.m. FREE! www.indivisiblega10.com
Classic City Roller Derby Percentage Night
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn more about the Classic City Roller Derby with percentages fundraising for the team. 6–10 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
Taylor-Grady House Spotlight
The Taylor-Grady House 634 Prince Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesTour the historic home and learn more about special events in the space as a venue with local vendors. RSVP by email. 5–7 p.m. FREE! [email protected]
West Broad Farmers Market and Garden
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesVendors on site with fresh produce, local fare, rare plants, artisan goods and more. Second and Fourth Tuesdays, 5–8 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
TSPLOST Submission Workshop
Lay Park 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GALocal government officials will be available to walk people through the project submission process. Oct. 8 & 10, 6–8 p.m. Oct. 19, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/tsplost
Athens Farmers Market
Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, GeorgiaMarkets 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
Native Plant Sale
State Botanical Garden of Georgia 2450 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse plants for sale, and experts will answer questions about incorporating native plants into every space. Oct. 10–11, 2–6 p.m. Oct. 12, 9 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! botgarden.uga.edu
Community Vigil for Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Memorial Park 293 Gran Ellen Dr, Athens, GA, United StatesLocal organizations such as The Family Justice Clinic, Project Safe, The Cottage and more invite the public to honor those lost to domestic violence. 5:30 p.m. FREE! familyjustice.law.uga.edu
TSPLOST Submission Workshop
Lay Park 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GALocal government officials will be available to walk people through the project submission process. Oct. 8 & 10, 6–8 p.m. Oct. 19, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/tsplost
Native Plant Sale
State Botanical Garden of Georgia 2450 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse plants for sale, and experts will answer questions about incorporating native plants into every space. Oct. 10–11, 2–6 p.m. Oct. 12, 9 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! botgarden.uga.edu
Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration
Pinewoods Library & Community Center 1465 US-29 Lot F-14, Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy an exchange of culture with music, dance, food, games and the opportunity to meet new friends. 5–7:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Death & Mourning: Candlelight Tour
Athens Welcome Center 280 E. Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesExplore how families mourned the loss of their loved ones during the Regency Era by touring a parlor and dining room adorned in mourning decor. Oct. 11, 18 & 25, 5:30–6:30 p.m. $20. www.athenswelcomecenter.com
One Night Stand
Revolution Therapy and Yoga 675 Pulaski St., Athens, GA, United StatesA monthly edu-taiment event with micro talks about anything sexuality related with snacks and drinks. 18 & up. 5:30–7:30 p.m. $15. www.revolutiontherapyandyoga.com
The Chant Connection
Let It Be Yoga 90 S Barnett Shoals Rd, Watkinsville, United StatesConnect with others through a cacao ceremony and ecstatic kirtan sound journey. Registration required. 7 p.m. $45. www.theradharose.com
Athens Farmers Market
Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesMarkets 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
Danielsville Farmers Market
Danielsville City Hall 10 Government Circle, Danielsville, United StatesBrowse vendors with an array of homemade, handmade and state-grown products. 8 a.m.–12 p.m. www.danielsvillemarket.wixsite.com/farmersmarket
Comer Community Market
Farmer's Market Building 1914 Madison St., Comer, United StatesLocally grown produce, eggs, foods, pottery, jewelry and handmade goods. Saturdays, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. www.facebook.com/ComerFM
Native Plant Sale
State Botanical Garden of Georgia 2450 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse plants for sale, and experts will answer questions about incorporating native plants into every space. Oct. 10–11, 2–6 p.m. Oct. 12, 9 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! botgarden.uga.edu
Pumpkin Patch Fall Festival
Classic City Flowers & Nursery 10325 Double Bridges Rd, Winterville, GeorgiaEnjoy decorating stations, hayrides, s’mores, hot chocolate, a photo booth and haunted tea room. Oct. 12, 19 & 26, 9 a.m.–6 p.m. Oct. 13, 20 & 27, 12 p.m.–6 p.m. $10/children, $15/adults. www.classiccityflowers.com
Bag of Books Sale
Front Porch Bookstore 102 Marigold Ln., WintervilleBrowse books for sale. Saturdays, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. $10/bag. Front Porch Bookstore on Facebook
Bluey Boo Bash
Oglethorpe Co. Library 858 Athens Rd., Lexington, GA, United StatesAn all ages Halloween event with games, activities, a costume contest and a chance to take a photo with Bluey. 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
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
Plant & Seed Swap
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesShare and swap outdoor and indoor plants and seeds. 2–4 p.m. www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Artisan Festival
Soldier of the Sea Distillery 22 East South Ave., Comer, GA, United StatesBrowse local handmade goods and enjoy live music with food drinks. 2–7 p.m. www.soswhiskey.com
Pumpkin Patch Fall Festival
Classic City Flowers & Nursery 10325 Double Bridges Rd, Winterville, GeorgiaEnjoy decorating stations, hayrides, s’mores, hot chocolate, a photo booth and haunted tea room. Oct. 12, 19 & 26, 9 a.m.–6 p.m. Oct. 13, 20 & 27, 12 p.m.–6 p.m. $10/children, $15/adults. www.classiccityflowers.com
Sandy Creek BBQ, Blues & Cruise-In
Sandy Creek Park 400 Bob Holman Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesThis inaugural event features blues bands, a unique and classic car cruise-in, and local barbecue and food vendors. 2–7 p.m. www.accgov.com/sandycreekcarshow
