Written Wishes Foundation

MaiKai Kava Lounge 1035 Baxter St Suite A, Athens, GA, United States

Storytellers are invited to this open mic featuring poetry, spoken word, stories and songs. Third Mondays, 7 p.m. (sign-ups). FREE! www.instagram.com/bulaatmaikai

Voter Registration Drive

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

The Economic Justice Coalition is hosting a non-partisan event open to all potential voters. 5–8 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com

No Phone Party

Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United States

Disconnect to connect with a phone-free, laptop-free happy hour. Every Tuesday, 6–9 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.com

Public Input Session

ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United States

This forum will cover the basics of the Strategic Plan to Reduce & Prevent Homelessness and provide an opportunity for public input. 11 a.m.–1 p.m. & 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.comarpa

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. Every Wednesday, 5–8 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net

Whiskies of India

J's Bottle Shop 1452 Prince Avenue, Athens

Experience the rich and diverse flavors of India’s finest whiskies by sampling and learning about their distillation process. 7–9 p.m. $25. www.eventbrite.com/cc/whiskies-of-the-world-2578279

Linnentown Lane Dedication

Athens, GA Athens, GA, United States

This ceremony will rename a portion of Finley Street between Cloverhurst Avenue and Baxter Street Linnentown Lane. Shuttles are available from the Lyndon House Arts Center. 10 a.m.–12p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com

Diamond Hill Farm Stand

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

Vegetables and fresh flowers are available on hand and pre-ordered. Every Thursday, 4–6 p.m. www.diamondhillfarmathens.com

Business After Hours

Bottleworks 367 Prince Avenue, Athens, United States

A Bottleworks Block Party with shopping, snacks, raffle prizes and opportunities to create networking contacts. Registration required. 5–​​7 p.m. FREE! www.athensga.com

Gins of the South

J's Bottle Shop 1452 Prince Avenue, Athens

Learn about the distillation process of a variety of local gins while enjoying cocktails, entertainment and live music. 7–​​9 p.m. $25. www.jsbottleshop.com

National Hobbit Day

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

Celebrate the works of J.R.R. Tolkien with hobbit-themed crafts and an escape room. All ages. 2–​​5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee

Event Series Fish Fry

Fish Fry

Soldier of the Sea Distillery 22 East South Ave., Comer, GA, United States

KJ’s Fish Joint will pop-up to bring customers a traditional Southern fish fry dinner. Second and fourth Fridays, 5–9 p.m. www.soswhiskey.com

Oktoberfest

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

Celebrate with traditional German vibes, German fares, beer releases, a yodeling competition and live music by The Auf Ghets. 5–9 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com

Athens Farmers Market

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

Markets offer locally grown groceries and handmade goods. Attendees can enjoy free live music and children’s activities. AFM doubles SNAP dollars spent at the market. Every Saturday, 8 a.m.–12 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net

LexFest

Lexington Courthouse Square 111 W Main St, Lexington, United States

Music, food, artisans and crafters set up around the historic courthouse square. 10 a.m.–​​4 p.m. FREE! www.lexingtonga.org

West Broad Farmers Market

West Broad Farmers Market 1573 W. Broad St., Athens, GA, United States

The market offers fresh produce, locally raised meat and eggs, baked goods, flowers, artisan goods and more. Online ordering is available Sundays–Thursdays for drive-thru pick up. Saturdays, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. www.wbfm.locallygrown.net

End of Summer Pottery Sale

Club Dirt 1275 Venita Drive, Athens

Browse hand-crafted ceramic goods by Mallory Lawrence, Anna Gioseffi, Summer Blanco and Jordan Argrett and see live kickwheel demos. 12–3 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/abc_clay

Event Series Ecstatic Dance

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. 1:30–3:30 p.m. $10–15 (children under 12 free). www.ecstaticdanceathen.wixsite.com/xstaticdanceathensga

Rabbit Hole Sunday Market

Rabbit Hole Studios 1001 Winterville Rd., Athens, GA, United States

Small businesses, artists, farmers, musicians and creative entrepreneurs will be showcased. A drumming and song circle will be held for the last three hours. Every Sunday, 1–5 p.m. FREE! www.rabbitholdstudios.org/markets

Annual Firefly Cruise-In

Lexington Courthouse Square 111 W Main St, Lexington, United States

Classic cars, motorcycles, trucks and tractors gather under the trees around the historic courthouse square with local music. 1–​​5 p.m. FREE! www.lexingtonga.org

Athens Area Diaper Bank Reception

Athens Area Diaper Bank 130 Conway Dr. B., Bogart, GA, United States

During National Diaper Need Awareness Week, the diaper bank will offer tours, light refreshments, celebrate the community and more. 2 p.m. FREE! www.athensareadiaperbank.com

Monday Marigold Market

100 North Church Street 100 North Church St., Winterville, GA, United States

The market features fresh produce, preserves, snacks and meat with a lunch special available (until 2 p.m.). 11 a.m.–6 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/marigoldmarketwinterville

Meet and Greet

Ciné Athens, GA, United States

Athens Film Vertical Initiative hosts a panel with the American Deadbolt film cast and crew discussing SAG waivers, filming locally and more. 5:30–​​7:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenscine.com

No Phone Party

Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United States

Disconnect to connect with a phone-free, laptop-free happy hour. Every Tuesday, 6–9 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.com

Breast Cancer Awareness Month Kickoff

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

The Loran Smith Center will have resources and information for those affected by breast cancer or interested in learning more, and a percentage of beer sales will go to the center. 5 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com

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. Every Wednesday, 5–8 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net

Rainbow Flow Yoga

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

Join Nick from M3 Yoga for a class set to a fun playlist as part of Athens Pride Month. 6 p.m. Donations encouraged. www.athenspride.org

Diamond Hill Farm Stand

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

Vegetables and fresh flowers are available on hand and pre-ordered. Every Thursday, 4–6 p.m. www.diamondhillfarmathens.com

Event Series Paws, Pups and Pops

Paws, Pups and Pops

ACC Animal Services 125 Buddy Christian Way, Athens, GA, United States

The shelter is staying open late for an adoption event with free King of Pops popsicles, pupsicles to give the shelter dogs, and a free bag of food, collar and leash for any adopted dog. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/Athenspets

Athens Cigar Society

J's Bottle Shop 1452 Prince Avenue, Athens

This meetup pairs Chattanooga Distillery whisky with fine cigars, food and more. 6–​​9 p.m. $28–35. www.jsbottleshop.com

Grand Opening Party

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams 1710 S Lumpkin St, Athens, GA

Celebrate the opening of the new Five Points location for free scoops, swag bags and more. 7–11 p.m. FREE! www.jenis.com

Voter Registration

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

Drop in to register to vote or to check your registration status. 10 a.m.–​​6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee

Supper Club

Soldier of the Sea Distillery 22 East South Ave., Comer, GA, United States

Farm-to-table gathering with a social hour, music, entertainment and a multi-course meal. Registration required. 6–​​9 p.m. $60. www.soswhiskey.com

Night Hike

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

Enjoy a guided hike and discover local trails by moonlight. Registration required. Ages 8 and up. 7:30–​​9 p.m. $2 ACC residents, $3 non-residents. www.accgovga.myrec.com

Athens Farmers Market

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

Markets offer locally grown groceries and handmade goods. Attendees can enjoy free live music and children’s activities. AFM doubles SNAP dollars spent at the market. Every Saturday, 8 a.m.–12 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net

34th Annual Insectival

State Botanical Garden of Georgia 2450 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United States

Join the garden staff as they celebrate our insect neighbors with a number of family-friendly activities. 9 a.m.–​​1 p.m. $5-20. www.botgarden.uga.edu

Local History Expo

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

Meet with history organizations from our area and view numerous artifacts on display. All ages. 10 a.m.–​​2 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee

Bishop Fall Festival

Bishop, GA Bishop, GA, United States

This inaugural event features a kids zone, free snow cones, food trucks, raffles and community vendors. 10 a.m.–​​4 p.m. FREE! www.townofbishop.org

First Annual Hispanic Heritage Month Festival

College Square Plaza College Avenue, Athens, GA, United States

Celebrate with traditional food from Latin American and Caribbean countries, folk dancing and live music. 10 a.m.–​​8 p.m. FREE! Comunidad Chaplain Latinos en USA on Facebook

West Broad Farmers Market

West Broad Farmers Market 1573 W. Broad St., Athens, GA, United States

The market offers fresh produce, locally raised meat and eggs, baked goods, flowers, artisan goods and more. Online ordering is available Sundays–Thursdays for drive-thru pick up. Saturdays, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. www.wbfm.locallygrown.net

Benefit Sidewalk Sale

Avid Bookshop 1662 S. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States

Shop a donations-only sidewalk sale directly benefitting Athens Pride + Queer Collective. 11 a.m.–​​7 p.m. FREE! www.avidbookshop.com