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Open Chess Play

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

Learn how to play chess or sharpen your skills while connecting with your neighbors. Open to all skill levels. Ages 7 & up. 3–5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org

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No Phone Party

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

Disconnect to connect with a phone-free, laptop-free happy hour featuring drink specials, snacks, games and a record player. Every Tuesday, 6–9 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.com

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Pétanque Club of Athens

UGA Redcoat Band Practice Field 5 Alumni Drive, Athens, GA, United States

Learn to play the greatest game you’ve never heard of. RSVP. Wednesdays, 1 p.m. FREE! athenspetanqueclub@gmail.com, athenspetanqueclub.wixsite.com/play

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Athens Farmers Market

Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, Georgia

Markets offer fresh produce, flowers, eggs, meats, prepared foods and a variety of arts and crafts. Live music begins at 6 p.m. AFM doubles SNAP dollars spent at the market. Every Wednesday, 5–8 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net

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Gorgeous George’s Improv League

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

Come out for some home-grown townie improv. Bring some interesting suggestions and a loose funny bone to help create some improv magic on the spot. Every Wednesday, 7 p.m. $5 suggested donation. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com

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The Athens Fair

Athens Fairgrounds 1001 Dunlap Road, Winterville, GA, United States

The Athens Fair is back with carnival rides, games, food and special shows. See cowboys, bucking broncos and bulls at the Outlaw Rodeo special show. 5–11 p.m. $5 (12 and under), $10. The Athens Fair on Facebook.

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KnitLits Knitting Group

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

Knitters of all levels are invited to have fun, share craft ideas and knit to their hearts’ content. Thursdays, 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart

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The Litas Athens Bike Night

Akademia Brewing Co. 150 Crane Dr., Athens, GA, United States

Female motorcycle collective The Litas Athens welcomes everyone to enjoy music, beer and bikes. Womxn who ride or are interested in riding are invited alike. 6–9 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/thelitasathens

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Thursday Trivia

Johnny's New York Style Pizza 1040 Gaines School Rd Suite 219, Athens, GA, United States

Test your trivia knowledge with host Jon Head. 6:30 p.m. www.johnnyspizza.com

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The Athens Fair

Athens Fairgrounds 1001 Dunlap Road, Winterville, GA, United States

The Athens Fair is back with carnival rides, games, food and special shows. See cowboys, bucking broncos and bulls at the Outlaw Rodeo special show. 5–11 p.m. $5 (12 and under), $10. The Athens Fair on Facebook.

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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

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Oconee Farmers Market

Oconee County Courthouse 23 N. Main St., Watkinsville, GA, United States

Over 20 vendors offer a variety of fresh produce, local honey, fresh-cut flowers, unique crafts, dog treats, fresh gelato, homemade pasta, locally sourced meats and eggs, plants and more. Many vendors offer pre-ordering options and curbside pickup. Saturdays, 9 a.m.–12 p.m. www.oconeefarmersmarket.net

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West Broad Farmers Market

West Broad Farmers Market and Garden 300 S. Rocksprings 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, 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. www.wbfm.locallygrown.net

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Art for Justice Saturdays

AADM Justice Center and Bookstore 3700 Atlanta Hwy. (Georgia Square Mall, 1st floor), Athens, GA, United States

Paint to soothing music and discuss local issues. Supplies provided. All skill levels welcome. Saturdays, 3–5 p.m. Donations accepted. www.aadmovement.org

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Merry Meet Every Week

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

Meet members of the Athens Area Pagans and discuss Pagan Pride Day. Meetings held every Saturday, 5 p.m. Donations encouraged. beth@athensareapagans.org

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Bad Dog Trivia at The Office

The Office Sports Bar and Grill 135 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States

Top three teams win prizes with free beer pitchers to winning teams between rounds. Hosted by John Bellerjeau. Sundays, 6 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens

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Artist’s Way Study Group

24th Street Athens Clubhouse 150 Collins Industrial Blvd., Athens, GA, United States

Artists, musicians, writers and creatives meet to discuss the book The Artist’s Way: A Spiritual Path to Higher Creativity by Julia Cameron. Every Sunday, 6:30 p.m. Donations welcome. beth@beththompsonphotography.com, www.24thstreetathens.com

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No Phone Party

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

Disconnect to connect with a phone-free, laptop-free happy hour featuring drink specials, snacks, games and a record player. Every Tuesday, 6–9 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.com

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Line Dance Lessons

International Grill & Bar 1155 Mitchell Bridge Rd., Athens, GA, United States

All experience levels welcome. Open dancing follows an intro class. Every first and third Tuesday, 6–9 p.m. $10. thatotherruthgirl@gmail.com

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Pétanque Club of Athens

UGA Redcoat Band Practice Field 5 Alumni Drive, Athens, GA, United States

Learn to play the greatest game you’ve never heard of. RSVP. Wednesdays, 1 p.m. FREE! athenspetanqueclub@gmail.com, athenspetanqueclub.wixsite.com/play

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Creative Reuse Open House

Teacher Reuse Store 1005 College Ave., Athens, GA, United States

Every other Wednesday, non-teacher community members are invited to browse free supplies. Eligible groups include students, nonprofits, artists/creatives, small business owners, social workers and religious organizations. Camps, after-school and daycare programs are included. 2–6:30 p.m. FREE! reuse@accgov.com, www.facebook.com/athenstrs

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Athens Farmers Market

Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, Georgia

Markets offer fresh produce, flowers, eggs, meats, prepared foods and a variety of arts and crafts. Live music begins at 6 p.m. AFM doubles SNAP dollars spent at the market. Every Wednesday, 5–8 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net

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Gorgeous George’s Improv League

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

Come out for some home-grown townie improv. Bring some interesting suggestions and a loose funny bone to help create some improv magic on the spot. Every Wednesday, 7 p.m. $5 suggested donation. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com

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KnitLits Knitting Group

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

Knitters of all levels are invited to have fun, share craft ideas and knit to their hearts’ content. Thursdays, 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart

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Thursday Trivia

Johnny's New York Style Pizza 1040 Gaines School Rd Suite 219, Athens, GA, United States

Test your trivia knowledge with host Jon Head. 6:30 p.m. www.johnnyspizza.com

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Studio Workshop: Abstract Landscapes

Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United States

Artist and educator Erin McIntosh hosts a three-part course series exploring abstraction and landscape via watercolor, gouache and collage. Open to artists of all levels. Fee covers all necessary supplies. Registration required. Sept. 8, 15 & 22, 6:30–8:30 p.m. $15. gmoa-tours@uga.edu

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Morning Mindfulness

Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United States

Instructor-led meditation, movement and mindfulness techniques in the galleries. Email to RSVP. Every other Friday, 9:30 a.m. gmoa-tours@uga.edu

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CLUE

The Elbert Theatre 100 S. Oliver St., Elbert, GA, United States

Colonel Mustard, Mrs. White, Mr. Green, Mrs. Peacock, Professor Plum, and Miss Scarlet are invited to a dinner party thrown by an anonymous host, who turns out to be a blackmailer. Each character is presented with a weapon and an option: pay their extortionist double or kill the innocent butler. Sept. 9–10 & 16–17, 7 p.m.  Sept. 11 & 18, 2 p.m. $9–16. tking@cityofelberton.net, 706-283-1049

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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

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Oconee Farmers Market

Oconee County Courthouse 23 N. Main St., Watkinsville, GA, United States

Over 20 vendors offer a variety of fresh produce, local honey, fresh-cut flowers, unique crafts, dog treats, fresh gelato, homemade pasta, locally sourced meats and eggs, plants and more. Many vendors offer pre-ordering options and curbside pickup. Saturdays, 9 a.m.–12 p.m. www.oconeefarmersmarket.net

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West Broad Farmers Market

West Broad Farmers Market and Garden 300 S. Rocksprings 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, 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. www.wbfm.locallygrown.net

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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. reallyreallyfreemarketathens@gmail.com, www.facebook.com/RRFMAthens

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Art for Justice Saturdays

AADM Justice Center and Bookstore 3700 Atlanta Hwy. (Georgia Square Mall, 1st floor), Athens, GA, United States

Paint to soothing music and discuss local issues. Supplies provided. All skill levels welcome. Saturdays, 3–5 p.m. Donations accepted. www.aadmovement.org

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Merry Meet Every Week

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

Meet members of the Athens Area Pagans and discuss Pagan Pride Day. Meetings held every Saturday, 5 p.m. Donations encouraged. beth@athensareapagans.org

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CLUE

The Elbert Theatre 100 S. Oliver St., Elbert, GA, United States

Colonel Mustard, Mrs. White, Mr. Green, Mrs. Peacock, Professor Plum, and Miss Scarlet are invited to a dinner party thrown by an anonymous host, who turns out to be a blackmailer. Each character is presented with a weapon and an option: pay their extortionist double or kill the innocent butler. Sept. 9–10 & 16–17, 7 p.m.  Sept. 11 & 18, 2 p.m. $9–16. tking@cityofelberton.net, 706-283-1049

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CLUE

The Elbert Theatre 100 S. Oliver St., Elbert, GA, United States

Colonel Mustard, Mrs. White, Mr. Green, Mrs. Peacock, Professor Plum, and Miss Scarlet are invited to a dinner party thrown by an anonymous host, who turns out to be a blackmailer. Each character is presented with a weapon and an option: pay their extortionist double or kill the innocent butler. Sept. 9–10 & 16–17, 7 p.m.  Sept. 11 & 18, 2 p.m. $9–16. tking@cityofelberton.net, 706-283-1049

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Repair Cafe

CHaRM 1005 College Ave., Athens, GA, United States

Bring broken household items and appliances and work with experienced fellow community members to try and fix them. Complimentary Jittery Joe’s coffee will be available. 2–5 p.m. FREE! reuse@accgov.com, accgov.com/repaircafe

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Bad Dog Trivia at The Office

The Office Sports Bar and Grill 135 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States

Top three teams win prizes with free beer pitchers to winning teams between rounds. Hosted by John Bellerjeau. Sundays, 6 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens

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Artist’s Way Study Group

24th Street Athens Clubhouse 150 Collins Industrial Blvd., Athens, GA, United States

Artists, musicians, writers and creatives meet to discuss the book The Artist’s Way: A Spiritual Path to Higher Creativity by Julia Cameron. Every Sunday, 6:30 p.m. Donations welcome. beth@beththompsonphotography.com, www.24thstreetathens.com

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Open Chess Play

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

Learn how to play chess or sharpen your skills while connecting with your neighbors. Open to all skill levels. Ages 7 & up. 3–5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org

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No Phone Party

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

Disconnect to connect with a phone-free, laptop-free happy hour featuring drink specials, snacks, games and a record player. Every Tuesday, 6–9 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.com

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Pétanque Club of Athens

UGA Redcoat Band Practice Field 5 Alumni Drive, Athens, GA, United States

Learn to play the greatest game you’ve never heard of. RSVP. Wednesdays, 1 p.m. FREE! athenspetanqueclub@gmail.com, athenspetanqueclub.wixsite.com/play

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Athens Farmers Market

Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, Georgia

Markets offer fresh produce, flowers, eggs, meats, prepared foods and a variety of arts and crafts. Live music begins at 6 p.m. AFM doubles SNAP dollars spent at the market. Every Wednesday, 5–8 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net

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Gorgeous George’s Improv League

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

Come out for some home-grown townie improv. Bring some interesting suggestions and a loose funny bone to help create some improv magic on the spot. Every Wednesday, 7 p.m. $5 suggested donation. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com

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Food, Philosophy and Art in the US and Mexico

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

This two-day workshop from the department of philosophy will feature scholars from UGA, Mexico City and Madrid speaking about philosophical and anthropological issues related to the aesthetics of food. On day one, a public reception with chef Juan Escalona will be held from 7–9 p.m. Go online for more details. Sept. 15, 3 p.m. & Sept. 16, 12:30 p.m. FREE! willson.uga.edu

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Oconee County Library Friends Fall Book Sale

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

Browse the Oconee County Library Friends 2022 Fall Book Sale. Items include books ($2 or less), children’s books (50¢–$2), CDs ($1), DVDs and audiobooks (both $2). Thursday (9/15) is Preview Night (for members only; $10/individual, $25/family), Saturday (9/17) is 50% Off Day and Sunday (9/18) is $10/Bag Day. Scanner use (incl cell phone), $25 all days. All sales benefit the Oconee County Library. Sept. 15–18, FREE! www.oconeelibraryfriends.org

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KnitLits Knitting Group

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

Knitters of all levels are invited to have fun, share craft ideas and knit to their hearts’ content. Thursdays, 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart

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Yoga in the Galleries

Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United States

Enjoy a yoga class in the art galleries led by instructors from Five Points Yoga. Open to all skill levels. Attend in person or via Zoom. Email to RSVP. 6 p.m. FREE! gmoa-tours@uga.edu, www.georgiamuseum.org