30s–50s Speed Dating

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

A meet and mingle followed by speed dating sessions for ages 30–50. Registration required. 6–9 p.m. $25. 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

Jesterpalooza

Ciné Athens, GA, United States

Screening of jester short films with a live music performance. 7 p.m. $10. www.athenscine.com

25th Anniversary Empty Bowl Fundraiser & Luncheon

The Classic Center 300 N. Thomas St., Athens, GA, United States

Hosted by the Food Bank of Northeast Georgia, this annual event raises funds and spreads awareness about food access and security. SOLD OUT! 11 a.m. www.foodbanknega.org

Red Cross Blood Drive

Athens Academy 1281 Spartan Ln., Athens, GA, United States

Donors of all blood types are encouraged to contribute. 1–6 p.m. FREE! www.athensacademy.org

Supper Club

Farmview Market 2610 Eatonton Rd., Madison, GA, United States

Celebrate the month of February with a fried catfish and shrimp supper, and a variety of live music. 4:30​​–7 p.m. $15.99 & up. www.farmviewmarket.com

The Georgia Music Collections Tour

Akins Ford Arena 300 N Thomas St., Athens, United States

Take a tour through Georgia musical history with a curator-led event for Third Thursday. 6:30 p.m. & 7:15 p.m. FREE! www.classiccenter.com

Bowling for Bottoms

Starland Lounge & Lanes 145 E. Clayton St., Athens, GA, United States

The fundraiser will include socializing and duckpin bowling in benefit of the Athens Area Diaper Bank. 6:30–8:30 p.m. $25. www.athensareadiaperbank.com

Georgia Arbor Day

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

Keep Athens-Clarke County Beautiful and the Community Tree Council will be giving out tree seedlings and discussing trees. 4–6 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com

Black History Month Celebration

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

There will be a new stout release with a cask tapping, a food truck, live music and percentages donated to the Athens Anti-Discrimination Movement. 5–10 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

Historic Athens Heritage Walk

RSVP for Location Athens, GA, United States

Learn about the history and cultural significance of the nationally recognized Gospel Pilgrim Cemetery, and about ongoing preservation efforts. Registration required. 10 a.m. $25. www.historicathens.com

Lantern-Making Workshop

Steffen Thomas Museum of Art 4200 Bethany Rd., Buckhead, GA, United States

Decorate a paper lantern inspired by the magical shapes of artist Jacob Elias and creative works from Vulture Sister Song. Registration required. 11 a.m. $5 (suggested donation). www.steffenthomas.org

Bookin’ It 5K Race and Fun Run

Sandy Creek Park 400 Bob Holman Rd., Athens, GA, United States

The Friends of the Library encourage runners to dress up as their favorite literary character for this Eastside library branch fundraiser. 8 a.m. $15–30. www.friendsofacclibrary.org/bookin-it

Sonny Angel Trading Party

Treehouse Kid & Craft 815 W. Broad St., Athens, GA, United States

Bring your Sonny Angel blind box trades and swap with the community. 1–3 p.m. FREE! www.treehousekidandcraftcom

Vulture Sister Song

Steffen Thomas Museum of Art 4200 Bethany Rd., Buckhead, GA, United States

Performances of poetry, storytelling, music and dance from artists around the country. 4 p.m. FREE! www.steffenthomas.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

Rainbow Capitalism Debate

Phi Kappa Hall Phi Kappa Hall, Athens, United States

Phi Kappa Literary Society hosts a debate if rainbow/pink capitalism is a net detriment to the LGBTQIA+ community. 7 p.m. FREE! www.phikappauga.org

Oscar Dance Party

Ciné Athens, GA, United States

The red-carpet fundraising event will feature a dance party with DJ ChiefRocka, an Oscars Shorts viewing party, an Oscar ballot box and more. 8:45 p.m. (doors). $30. www.athenscine.com

Event Series A Journey in Quilts

A Journey in Quilts

Oconee County Civic Center 2661 Hog Mountain Rd., Watkinsville, GA, United States

The Cotton Patch Quilt Guild presents the largest quilt show in Northeast Georgia with over 200 quilts on display plus a raffle, vendors, scissor sharpening and more.  Feb. 28 & Mar. 1, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Mar. 2, 12–4 p.m. $10. www.cpquilters.org/show

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

Dahlonega Literary Festival

Dahlonega Baptist Church 234 Hawkins Street, Dahlonega, United States

The 20th annual festival features 20 featured authors with speakers Nathan Deal and Rick Bragg. 9 a.m.–5 p.m. $25 & under. www.literaryfestival.org

Event Series A Journey in Quilts

A Journey in Quilts

Oconee County Civic Center 2661 Hog Mountain Rd., Watkinsville, GA, United States

The Cotton Patch Quilt Guild presents the largest quilt show in Northeast Georgia with over 200 quilts on display plus a raffle, vendors, scissor sharpening and more.  Feb. 28 & Mar. 1, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Mar. 2, 12–4 p.m. $10. www.cpquilters.org/show

Georgia Beer Day

Various Locations Athens, GA, United States

Athens’ participating breweries Athentic Brewing Co., Creature Comforts and South Main Brewing will be offering a limited edition collector’s pint glass with individual celebrations. 12–10 p.m. FREE! www.georgiacraftbrewersguild.org

Event Series A Journey in Quilts

A Journey in Quilts

Oconee County Civic Center 2661 Hog Mountain Rd., Watkinsville, GA, United States

The Cotton Patch Quilt Guild presents the largest quilt show in Northeast Georgia with over 200 quilts on display plus a raffle, vendors, scissor sharpening and more.  Feb. 28 & Mar. 1, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Mar. 2, 12–4 p.m. $10. www.cpquilters.org/show

Mardis Gras Crawfish/Shrimp Boil

Normaltown Brewing 425 Barber Street, Athens, GA, United States

Athens Cooks hosts an authentic boil with live music and dancing. Tickets in advance. 2–5 p.m. $26. www.athenscooks.com

Speed Dating

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

A fun evening of speed dating for those looking to meet and mingle with LQBTQ+ folks in the community. Registration required. 37 p.m. $25. www.athenticbrewing.com

Perrengue Brazilian Carnival

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

Celebrate the annual festival highlighting Brazilian history and culture. 7 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.com

Doggie Happy Hour

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

Bring your furry pal and enjoy samples from Oscar Bites Dog Treats. 5–7 p.m. FREE!www.theoldpal.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

Event Series Ladies Night Out

Ladies Night Out

Boutier Winery & Inn 4506 Hudson River Church Road, Danielsville, GA, United States

Enjoy a night of dancing with wine, beer and a buffet. First Thursdays, 6:30–9:30 p.m. $20. www.boutierwinery.com

Event Series OCAF Thrift Sale

OCAF Thrift Sale

OCAF 34 School St., Watkinsville, GA, United States

Browse a variety of home goods, art, holiday items, jewelry and more. Price points vary by time span. Mar. 7, 5–8 p.m. Mar. 8, 8 a.m.–3 p.m. www.ocaf.com/thrift-sale

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

Event Series OCAF Thrift Sale

OCAF Thrift Sale

OCAF 34 School St., Watkinsville, GA, United States

Browse a variety of home goods, art, holiday items, jewelry and more. Price points vary by time span. Mar. 7, 5–8 p.m. Mar. 8, 8 a.m.–3 p.m. www.ocaf.com/thrift-sale

All Are Welcome Market

Buvez 585 Barber Street Suite A, Athens, GA, United States

Browse handmade goods, art, vintage finds, and more to support BIPOC, LGBTQ+ and diverse communities. 11 a.m.–5 p.m. www.shopsotm.com

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