Flight of the Fireflies Lantern Parade
Dudley Park 100 Dudley Park Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesThe community is invited to light up the winding paths to Dudley Park together with lanterns, flashlights or other light sources. 7 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/lanternparade
Oyster Fest
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesCelebrate the Get Shucked Oyster Stout beer release with the SeaBear Shuck Truck. 3–7 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
Marigold Farmers Market
100 North Church Street 100 North Church St., Winterville, GA, United StatesVendors offer organic produce, prepared foods, agricultural products and artisanal goods. Mondays, 10 a.m.–7 p.m. www.marigoldcollectivewinterville.com
Second Monday Line Dancing Lessons
Ciné Athens, GA, United StatesLearn two to three line dances. All ages, no experience required. 6:30–7:30 p.m. (beginner lesson), 7:30–9 p.m. (social dancing). $10. www.athenscine.com
Child Safety Seat Check
Beech Haven Baptist Church 2390 W. Broad St., Athens, United StatesACCPD and Safe Kids Athens will help parents and guardians install car seats properly. 11:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m. FREE! [email protected]
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
Oakland Cemetery Adult Day Trip
Howard Park & Community Center 291 Henderson Ext., AthensDepart from Athens for a tour of Atlanta’s iconic cemetery. Ages 18 & up. Registration required. 9 a.m. $15 (ACC residents), $22.50 (non-residents). accgovga.myrec.com
FOL Spring Book Sale
Oglethorpe Co. Library 858 Athens Rd., Lexington, GA, United StatesBrowse books, children’s books, CDs, DVDs and audiobooks with proceeds benefiting the Oglethorpe Co. Friends of the Library. Mar. 13–14, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Mar. 15, 10 a.m.–2p.m. www.oconeelibraryfriends.org
FOL Spring Book Sale
Oglethorpe Co. Library 858 Athens Rd., Lexington, GA, United StatesBrowse books, children’s books, CDs, DVDs and audiobooks with proceeds benefiting the Oglethorpe Co. Friends of the Library. Mar. 13–14, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Mar. 15, 10 a.m.–2p.m. www.oconeelibraryfriends.org
St. Patrick’s Day Party
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy live Celtic pub music, Irish dance performances, a new beer release and food trucks. 5–11 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Show and Tell: Powerpoint Party
Buvez 585 Barber Street Suite A, Athens, GA, United StatesAthens Queer Night and Shameless Sexuality present an evening of presentations to the community on hobbies, passions, areas of expertise and more. 6 p.m. Donations suggested. www.instagram.com/queernight.athens
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
Glass of Champagne Charity Event
Jittery Joe's Roaster Tasting Room 150 Fritz Mar Ln, Athens, GA, United StatesMutual Aid benefit for Vianca Champagne featuring T-shirt screen printing, tarot readings, henna tattoos, vendors and more. 9 a.m.–3 p.m. www.instagram.com/coven_craftss
Constellations Around the Globe Planetarium Program
Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn about constellations from around the world and compare myths of the star stories. Registration required. 10 a.m. $5 (ACC residents), $8 (non-residents). www.accgov.com/myrec
FOL Spring Book Sale
Oglethorpe Co. Library 858 Athens Rd., Lexington, GA, United StatesBrowse books, children’s books, CDs, DVDs and audiobooks with proceeds benefiting the Oglethorpe Co. Friends of the Library. Mar. 13–14, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Mar. 15, 10 a.m.–2p.m. www.oconeelibraryfriends.org
St. Patrick’s Day Celebration
Terrapin Beer Co. 265 Newton Bridge Road, Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy green beer, games, music and a tie-dye station. 12–10 p.m. www.terrapinbeer.com
Miss Omega Psi Phi Scholarship Pageant
Morton Theatre 195 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesThis year’s theme is inspired by Bring It On, showcasing the intellect, talent and resilience of participants. 6 p.m. $12. bit.ly/missomega25
AFMDS Contra Dance
Memorial Park Administration Building 293 Gran Ellen Drive, Athens, United StatesThis community dance features caller Jennie Inglis and live music by the Blue Moon String Band. No partner required. 6:30 p.m. (intro session), 7–10 p.m. (dance). $12 (adults), $10 (students w/ ID), 17 & under FREE! www.athensfolk.org
Sips n Thrifts
Sips Espresso Cafe 1390 Prince Ave, Athens, United StatesBrowse goods from vendors like local art, jewelry, trinkets, records, clothes and more. 8 a.m.–1 p.m. www.instagram.com/sipsespresso
Historic Athens Heritage Walk
Downtown Athens AthensLearn about the history, architecture and cultural significance of the two recognized Downtown Historic Districts. Registration required. 2 p.m. $25. www.historicathens.com
Marigold Farmers Market
100 North Church Street 100 North Church St., Winterville, GA, United StatesVendors offer organic produce, prepared foods, agricultural products and artisanal goods. Mondays, 10 a.m.–7 p.m. www.marigoldcollectivewinterville.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
Supper Club
Farmview Market 2610 Eatonton Rd., Madison, GA, United StatesCelebrate the month of March with a Mississippi pot roast or meatloaf supper. 4:30–7 p.m. $13.99 & up. www.farmviewmarket.com
Madison Antiques & Fine Things Preview Night
The Hall on Foster 513 Foster Street, Madison, United StatesBrowse antique vendors while enjoying cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, bourbon tasting, live music and early buying options. 6–9 p.m. $50. www.madisonantiquesandfinethings.org
Get Comfortable Fundraiser
Rivet House 355 Oneta Street, Athens, United StatesAn evening of local entertainment, food, and both live and silent auctions in benefit of ACC literary programs and educational initiatives. 6–9 p.m. $150. www.creaturecomfortsbeer.com
Madison Antiques & Fine Things
The Hall on Foster 513 Foster Street, Madison, United StatesBrowse antique vendors and attend lectures by acclaimed interior designers, floral designers, architects and landscape architects. Mar. 21–22, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. $15. www.madisonantiquesandfinethings.org
Ecstatic Dance
Feel Free Yoga + Wellness 8851 Macon Hwy. Unit 305, Athens, GA, United StatesJoin in mindful movement and dance with featured musicians Libbaloops and DJ Charlieflower, concluding with an electronic sound bath and tea bar. 5:30 p.m. $20. www.feelfreeyogawellness.com/events
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
Grand Opening
Redstone Market + Butcher 2351 Brock Road, Athens, United StatesCelebrate the new market’s opening with live music, tastings, book signings, local artisans and a kids corner. 10 a.m.–4 p.m. www.redstonemarket.com
Spring Fling Art and Oddities
Farmington DepotBrowse goods from artists, doers and collectors from the surrounding area. Mar. 22–23, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. [email protected]
Madison Antiques & Fine Things
The Hall on Foster 513 Foster Street, Madison, United StatesBrowse antique vendors and attend lectures by acclaimed interior designers, floral designers, architects and landscape architects. Mar. 21–22, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. $15. www.madisonantiquesandfinethings.org
Spring Open House and Seminars
Classic City Flowers & Nursery 10325 Double Bridges Rd, Winterville, GeorgiaGet advice for spring planting from experts then tour the greenhouses and grounds. 10:30 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! www.classiccityflowers.com
Resource Fair
Lay Park Community Center 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe Backpack Project of Athens hosts different local service providers, government departments and student organizations to provide community resources. 11 a.m.–3 p.m. FREE! www.athens.thebackpackproject.ngo
Cycle Disciples Bike Blessing
Cycle World Athens 4225 Atlanta Highway, Athens, United StatesBring your motorcycle for a blessing and enjoy free food, live music and shop various vendors. 11 a.m.–3 p.m. www.cmausa.org
Secret Record Swap
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesVendors 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
Vintage Clothing Market
Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, GeorgiaDon’t Panic! hosts vendors selling vintage clothing on site. 12–6 p.m. www.creaturecomfortsbeer.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
Historic Athens Heritage Walk
Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn about the history of the Sandy Creek Nature Center that encompasses 225 acres of woodlands and wetlands. 2 p.m. $25. www.historicathens.com
Spring Fling Art and Oddities
Farmington DepotBrowse goods from artists, doers and collectors from the surrounding area. Mar. 22–23, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. [email protected]
Historic Athens Heritage Walk
UGA North Campus Broad Street, Athens, GA, United StatesLearn about the history of the Demosthenian Hall on UGA’s North Campus. 2 p.m. $25. www.historicathens.com
Getting Dressed
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesA presentation on women’s clothing from the 1890s that includes antique garments and vintage photographs. 3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Marigold Farmers Market
100 North Church Street 100 North Church St., Winterville, GA, United StatesVendors offer organic produce, prepared foods, agricultural products and artisanal goods. Mondays, 10 a.m.–7 p.m. www.marigoldcollectivewinterville.com
ACC Library Friends Spring Book Sale
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse books, children’s books, CDs, DVDs and audiobooks. Wednesday is Preview Night (for members only; $25/membership), Saturday is $10/Bag Day. Mar. 26–29. www.athenslibrary.org
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
ACC Library Friends Spring Book Sale
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse books, children’s books, CDs, DVDs and audiobooks. Wednesday is Preview Night (for members only; $25/membership), Saturday is $10/Bag Day. Mar. 26–29. www.athenslibrary.org
Horticulture Club Spring Plant Sale
Center for Applied Genetic Technologies 111 Riverbend Road, Athens, United StatesBrowse houseplants, landscaping plants, vegetables and more. Mar. 28–29 & Apr. 4–5, 9 a.m.–6 p.m. Mar. 30 & Apr. 6, 12–6 p.m. [email protected]
Open House
Hugh Hodgson School of Music 250 River Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesDrop in for performances, presentations and demonstrations with specials guests and meet-and-greet opportunities with faculty, staff and students. 9 a.m.–7 p.m. FREE! music.uga.edu/open-house
ACC Library Friends Spring Book Sale
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse books, children’s books, CDs, DVDs and audiobooks. Wednesday is Preview Night (for members only; $25/membership), Saturday is $10/Bag Day. Mar. 26–29. www.athenslibrary.org
