Middlemen of Modernity
Online GA, United StatesThis virtual presentation by Christopher Craig is about “Middlemen of Modernity: Local Elites and Agricultural Development in Modern Japan.” Register for Zoom link. 9 a.m. FREE! history.uga.edu
Coffee Hour
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesDrop in to drink some coffee, while supplies last. Thursdays, 11 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Writing Relationality Now
61 Park HallDr. Jeffrey Clapp will discuss the reading strategy of how an author’s treatment of character provides information about genre and periodization. 12:15 p.m. FREE! english.uga.edu
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
Read to Rover
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesDrop in to read a story to Maisy Jane and her furry friends. Ages 4 & up. 4–5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Future Land Use Public Input
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe public is invited to learn more, ask questions and provide feedback on future land use efforts. 5:30–7 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/compplan
Illuminate Gala
The Classic Center 300 N. Thomas St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe Athens Tech Foundation hosts an annual dinner spotlighting donors and the Foundation’s impact on workforce development in the community. Registration required. 5:30 p.m. $150. www.athenstechfoundation.kindful.com/e/illuminate-2024
Yoga in the Galleries
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy a yoga class in the art galleries led by instructors from Five Points Yoga. Open to all skill levels. Attend in person (first come, first served) or via Zoom. 6 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
Artist Talk
Lyndon House Arts Center 211 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesHear a small grouping of exhibiting artists from the “49th Juried Exhibition” discuss their works. 6 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/LyndonHouseArts
Teen Dungeons & Dragons
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesVolunteer-led gaming session for teens of all skill levels. Grades 6–12. 6–7:45 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
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
Artist Reception
Revolution Therapy and Yoga 675 Pulaski St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe exhibition “Dewdrops and Clouds” features a collection of giclee prints by Manda McKay. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.revolutiontherapyandyoga.com
Taste of Thailand
Athens Cooks 100 Prince Ave. Suite #103, Athens, GA, United StatesJoin Pinta Kitchen to learn how to prepare different Thai dishes and sample a variety of wine pairings. 6 p.m. $103. www.athenscooks.com
Third Thursday
tiny ATH gallery 174 Cleveland Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesArtist Holly V. Hutch will have art on view. 6–9 p.m. FREE! www.tinyathgallery.com
Tapped Trivia
Tapped Athens Wine Market 297 Prince Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.tappedathens.com
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
Author Talk
Delta Innovation Hub 210 Spring St., Athens, GA, United StatesAuthor Valerie Babb will discuss her new book The Book of James: The Power, Politics, and Passion of LeBron with Ed Pavlić and Greg Taylor. 7 p.m. FREE! calendar.uga.edu
Athens Science Café
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThis month Dr. Tati Russo-Tait will present on “Color Blind or Racially Conscious?” 7 p.m. FREE! www.athenssciencecafe.wordpress.com
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
Rock ‘n Roll Trivia
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host The Music Man. 7 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Little Shop of Horrors
UGA Fine Arts Theatre 255 Baldwin St., Athens, GA, United StatesUGA Theatre presents this adaptation of the cult classic adding a culture war lens about drag culture. Apr. 12–13, 17–20, 8 p.m. Apr. 21, 2 p.m. $6 (students), $18. www.ugatheatre.com
Comedy in the Cellar
Onward Reserve 146 East Clayton Street, Athens, GA, United StatesThis week Athens Comedy presents headliner Jeremy Mesi from Atlanta with a lineup of local comedians. Thursdays, 8:30–10:30 p.m. $8–12. www.facebook.com/athenscomedy
Southern Workshop on the Ethics of Emerging Technologies
State Botanical Garden of Georgia 2450 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesPanelists from Georgia and Florida universities will gather for this two-day event examining ethical issues around emerging technologies. Apr. 19–20, 9 a.m. FREE! phil.uga.edu
Terrapin Mobile Food Pantry
Terrapin Beer Co. 265 Newton Bridge Road, Athens, GA, United StatesFirst come, first serve rain or shine food distribution for those in need who meet income eligibility requirements. Third Fridays, 10 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.terrapinbeer.com
Madison Tour of Homes and Gardens
Madison-Morgan Cultural Center 434 South Main St., Madison, GA, United StatesThe annual spring tour features five historic private homes and their color-rich gardens. Apr. 19–20, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. $30–40. www.mmcc-arts.org
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
Georgia Trust Spring Ramble
Various Locations Athens, GA, United StatesOver 50 historic homes and sites in Athens and Watkinsville will be open for tours. Registration required. Apr. 19–21. $60–75. www.georgiatrust.org
Somewhere Not to Belong
144 Park HallDr. Dustin Stewart will discuss poet and naturalist George Crabbe’s ecology. 12:30 p.m. FREE! english.uga.edu
Help I Yarned
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesLearn new patterns and techniques for knitting and crochet. 1–2 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
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
Homeschool Meet-Up
Oglethorpe Co. Library 858 Athens Rd., Lexington, GA, United StatesDrop in to learn and interact with other homeschool families and students of all ages. 2 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oglethorpe
Friday Afternoon Unwind
Oglethorpe Co. Library 858 Athens Rd., Lexington, GA, United StatesDrop in and relax with complimentary coffee, hot tea and snacks. 3–6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oglethorpe
Spanish Storytime
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesListen to and practice Spanish songs and stories for any skill level. All ages. 5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Chess Club
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesDrop in for open chess play for all skill levels. 5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/location/oconee
Opening Reception
Lamar Dodd School of Art 270 River Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesThe exhibition “Liminal” will feature the art of 40 students graduating this spring. 6–8 p.m. FREE! art.uga.edu
Blossom After Dark
Lyndon House Arts Center 211 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesAn evening of entertainment, hors d’oeuvres and silent auctions to raise support and awareness of mental health initiatives within the community. 6 p.m. $25. www.athensparentwellbeing.org
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
Thinking Green: Botany, B-Movies, and Body-ody-ody
UGA Fine Arts Building 255 Baldwin St., Athens, GA, United StatesThis panel featuring faculty from plant sciences, film studies and women’s studies will be moderated by the Little Shop of Horrors dramaturg Sloan Elle Garner. 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.ugatheatre.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
Willy Wonka JR
Marigold Auditorium for Arts and Culture 373 N. Church St., WintervilleThe Studio Athens presents a family-friendly show based on the beloved children’s book with music from the original movie. Apr. 19, 7:30 p.m. Apr. 20, 1 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. $12 (adv.), $15. tinyurl.com/studiotix
The Hothouse
work.shop 160 Winston Dr. #9, Athens, GA, United StatesTrue-to-life improv comedy inspired by audience suggestions featuring Jade Fernandez, Bradley Bazzle and Matt House. 8 p.m. $10. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
Little Shop of Horrors
UGA Fine Arts Theatre 255 Baldwin St., Athens, GA, United StatesUGA Theatre presents this adaptation of the cult classic adding a culture war lens about drag culture. Apr. 12–13, 17–20, 8 p.m. Apr. 21, 2 p.m. $6 (students), $18. www.ugatheatre.com
The Complete Works of William Shakespeare Abridged
On Stage Playhouse 215 High School Ave., Monroe, GA, United StatesFour actors will weave their way through all of Shakespeare’s comedies, histories and tragedies in one fast-paced play. Apr. 19–20, 26–27 & May 3–4, 8 p.m. Apr. 30, 7:30 p.m. Apr. 28 & May 5, 2 p.m. $20. www.onstagewalton.org
Plant 2 Plate
Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse vegetable, herb and flower plants from local farms to start your garden. Apr. 20 & Apr. 28, 8 a.m.–12 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net
