Busy Bee Toddler Time
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesJoin Ms. Donna for rhymes, songs, puppets and a story. 10 a.m. & 11 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Curator Talk
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesAsen Kirin, Parker Curator of Russian Art, will give a gallery talk about portraiture in the Martha Thompson Dinos Gallery. 2 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
LEGO & Builder’s Club
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesDrop in to use LEGOs and other building materials. All ages. 3:30–5:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Wedding Wednesday Open House
Live Wire 227 W Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesDrop in for a venue tour and meet with wedding planners and vendors. 4–8 p.m. FREE! www.livewireathens.com
Film Athens
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesMeet and network with others in the filmmaking community (actors, directors, etc.) during happy hour. 5 p.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreandbar.com
Author Talk
Ciné Athens, GA, United StatesBest-selling Israeli author Noa Yedlin will discuss “Crafting Unconventional Narratives: A Journey in Literature (and Television).” 6 p.m. FREE! willson.uga.edu
Salsa Dancing
Starland Lounge & Lanes 145 E. Clayton St., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin SALSAthens for Cuban salsa lessons that meet a variety of dance abilities, including beginners. Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. (advanced), 7:30 p.m. (beginner/intermediate). $10. [email protected]
Club Ned Anime Society
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin club members to watch and discuss episodes of “Future Boy Conan,” “Samurai Champloo” and more. 6:30–8:30 p.m. FREE! www.animefandom.org
The 1619 Project
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens 780 Timothy Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesView episodes of the Hulu series “The 1619 Project,” and discuss issues it raises around the consequences of slavery and contributions of Black Americans. 6:45 p.m. FREE! www.uuathensga.org/1619uufa
Gorgeous George’s Improv League
Buvez 585 Barber Street Suite A, Athens, GA, United StatesTownie improv that invites you to bring suggestions. Wednesdays, 7 p.m. $5 suggested donation. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
Classic City Trivia
The Local 706 1676S Lumpkin St, Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Garrett Lennox. 7 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ClassicCityTriviaCo
Three Star Cinema
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesScreening of an Andras Rajnai showcase. 7 p.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreandbar.com
Come From Away
The Classic Center 300 N. Thomas St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe hit musical based on a true story about 7,000 stranded passengers and the small town in Newfoundland that welcomed them. 7:30 p.m. $25–87.25. www.classiccenter.com
Classic City Pétanque Club
Lay Park 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GANew players welcome. Scheduled days are Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays at 1:30 p.m. [email protected], www.athenspetanque.org
Classic City Squares Dance Lessons
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens 780 Timothy Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesBeginner square dance lessons for singles, couples and children. Ages 12 & up. Thursdays, 2–4 p.m. $5. www.facebook.com/groups/classiccitysquares
Author Talk & Book Signing
Sanford Hall 312 Herty Dr, Athens, United StatesAuthor Shastri Akella will read from his work about a queer coming-of-age story set in 1990s India, The Sea Elephants. 5 p.m. FREE! english.uga.edu
Teen Studio: Kei Ito
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesView the exhibition “Staring at the Face of the Sun” and make your own work of art inspired by the show. Ages 13–18. Email to RSVP. 5:30–8 p.m. FREE! [email protected]
KnitLits Knitting Group
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesKnitters 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
Leap into New Friendships Speed Dating
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesA fun evening with eight rounds of speed dating for those looking to meet and mingle with LQBTQ+ folks in the community. Ages 21 & up. 6:30 p.m. $5 suggested donation. www.athenspride.org
Thursday Trivia
Johnny's New York Style Pizza 1040 Gaines School Rd Suite 219, Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Jon Head. 6:30 p.m. www.johnnyspizza.com
Improv Athens
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe resident UGA improv group performs a show presented with the special exhibition “Richard Prince: Tell Me Everything.” 7 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
Bad Dog Trivia
The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Thursdays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
Atomic Age Film Series
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesPresented in conjunction with the exhibition “Kei Ito: Staring at the Face of the Sun,” watch the film screening of the 1954 Godzilla. 7 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
Comedy in the Cellar
Onward Reserve 146 East Clayton Street, Athens, GA, United StatesAthens Comedy presents headlining comedian Lanny Farmer featuring Danny Tran and special guests. Thursdays, 8:30–10:30 p.m. $7–12. www.facebook.com/athenscomedy
8th Annual Athens Rock, Gem, Mineral, Fossil and Jewelry Show
The Classic Center 300 N. Thomas St., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse the wares of over two dozen independent dealers of all things geologic. Mar. 1–2, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Mar. 3, 11 a.m.–5 p.m. $8 (adults), FREE! (12 & under). www.classiccenter.com
Fantastic Friday
Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesAn instructor supervises while a parent/caregiver leads their little ones through obstacle courses. Ages 1–4 years. Register online. 10–11:30 a.m. $7.50 (ACC residents), $11.25 (non-ACC residents). www.accgovga.myrec.com
Meet & Play
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesDrop in for facilitated open play with age-appropriate toys. Best for ages 6 & under. Every Friday, 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Home Buyer Seminar
Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty 2405 W. Broad Street Ste 150, Athens, United StatesGet first-hand insights and expert advice from realtors and industry professionals about buying a home. 11 a.m. FREE! www.upchurchrealty.com
Mahjong Club
Winterville Cultural Center 371 N Church St, Winterville, GA, United StatesLearn to play the ancient Chinese game of Mahjong. Tuesdays & Fridays, 1–4 p.m. $1. www.wintervillecenter.com
Curator Tour
UGA Special Collections Library 300 S Hull St, Athens, GA, United StatesExplore Hargrett’s newest exhibit “Sunken Treasure: The Art & Science of Coral Reefs” with curator Dr. James Porter. First Fridays, 2 p.m. FREE! libs.uga.edu/hargrett
Opening Reception
OCAF 34 School St., Watkinsville, GA, United StatesThe colorful textile exhibition “Explosive Encounters: Where Paint Meets Thread” showcases 20 quilts made by Laura Leiden. 5–7:30 p.m. FREE! www.ocaf.com
First Fridays
Southern Brewing Co. 231 Collins Industrial Blvd., Athens, GA, United StatesKick off the weekend with live music, an on-site food truck and a mini-market featuring local vendors. First Fridays, 5–10 p.m. FREE! www.sobrewco.com
One Night Stand: A Sexuality Powerpoint Party
Revolution Therapy and Yoga 675 Pulaski St., Athens, GA, United StatesA monthly edu-taiment event with micro talks by experts and enthusiasts about anything within the realm of sexuality. 5:30–7 p.m. $10 donation. www.revolutiontherapyandyoga.com
Paint Night
Lay Park 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GAPainters will be given an example of what to paint and their own canvas to create their work of art. Ages 5 & up. Registration required. 6–8 p.m. $10 (ACC residents), $15 (non-residents). www.accgovga.myrec.com
Chess Club
Winterville Cultural Center 371 N Church St, Winterville, GA, United StatesJoin others for a weekly chess competition. Fridays, 6–10 p.m. FREE! www.wintervillecenter.com
Opening Reception
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesAttaboy Tapes presents an art opening for works by SamG and Neil Hayden with live music to follow. 7 p.m. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
Friday Night Initiative
Online: Tyche's GamesLearn how to play a new roleplaying game. New players welcome. 7 p.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com
Classic City Swing 9 Friday Night Dance
UGA New Dance Theatre 263 W. Green St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe night will begin with a beginner swing dance lesson (7–8 p.m.), followed by a social dance with a live band (8–11 p.m.). $15 (w/ UGA ID), $30. www.classiccityswing.com
The Hothouse
work.shop 160 Winston Dr. #9, Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy a showcase of improvisational comedy featuring Jade Fernandez, Bradley Bazzle and Matt House. 8 p.m. $10. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
Love is a Blue Tick Hound
Town & Gown Players 115 Grady Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThe performance is a collection on four one-act plays ruminating on the various woes of life. Mar. 1–2, 8 p.m. Mar. 3, 2 p.m. $5. www.townandgownplayers.org
Seed Swap and Book Sale
No. 3 Railroad Street #3 Railroad St., Arnoldsville, GA, United StatesFriends of the Oglethorpe Co. Library is sponsoring this seed swap and book sale with proceeds benefitting the library. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. [email protected]
8th Annual Athens Rock, Gem, Mineral, Fossil and Jewelry Show
The Classic Center 300 N. Thomas St., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse the wares of over two dozen independent dealers of all things geologic. Mar. 1–2, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Mar. 3, 11 a.m.–5 p.m. $8 (adults), FREE! (12 & under). www.classiccenter.com
Oconee Library Grand Opening
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesCheck out the library’s new location with an opening ceremony, live music, magic show, folk dancing and more. 10 a.m.–7:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Learn to Play the Shadowrun RPG
Tyche's Games 1056 S. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United StatesFace off against the mega-corporations in a dark future. 12 p.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com
All Are Welcome Spring Market
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse over 50 local vendors with live music entertainment throughout the day. Mar. 2–3, 12–6 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
Crafting Serenity, Nurturing Beauty
Lotus International 5 Dairy Pak Rd., Athens, United StatesBonsai artist Jim Doyle will share his bonsai technique and knowledge with a demonstration. 1:30 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/LotusInternationalInc
Learn Pickleball Workshop
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesLed by Best Level Basketball, learn to play pickleball. Ages 18 & up. Registration required. 2 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Love is a Blue Tick Hound
Town & Gown Players 115 Grady Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThe performance is a collection on four one-act plays ruminating on the various woes of life. Mar. 1–2, 8 p.m. Mar. 3, 2 p.m. $5. www.townandgownplayers.org
The 1619 Project
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens 780 Timothy Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesView episodes of the Hulu series “The 1619 Project,” and discuss issues it raises around the consequences of slavery and contributions of Black Americans. 9 a.m. FREE! www.uuathensga.org/1619uufa
