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
Tour At Two
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesThese drop-in public tours feature highlights of the permanent collection. 2 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
Shadow Puppetry
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesMr. Damon brings fairy tales to life with shadow theater. Best for ages 3 & up. 3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
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
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
SRP Kickoff
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesThe library’s Summer Olympics programming kickoff will have international snacks, a flag activity and other cultural crafts. Grades 6–12. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
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
Silent Films and Cocktails
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesSettle in with a drink for a night of silent film showings. 7 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.com
Classic City Pétanque Club
Lay Park 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GANew players welcome. Scheduled days are Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays at 10 a.m. [email protected], www.athenspetanque.org
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
Across the Board Book Club
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesDiscuss books chosen by the group. New members welcome. Fourth Thursdays, 11 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
AI for Image Generation and Editing
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn how to use tools to generate and edit content, and to create images and art from text prompts. Registration required. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
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
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
Club Ned Anime Society
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin club members to watch and discuss episodes of “Serial Experiments Lain,” “Kaguya-sama: Love is War” and “Erased.” 6:30–8:30 p.m. FREE! www.animefandom.org
To The Left of Time
Avid Bookshop 1662 S. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United StatesIn recognition of the life and legacy of writer Thomas Lux there will be readings of his work followed by a light reception. 7 p.m. FREE! www.avidbookshop.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
Comedy in the Cellar
Onward Reserve 146 East Clayton Street, Athens, GA, United StatesAthens Comedy presents a lineup of touring and local comedians. Thursdays, 8 p.m. $7–12. www.facebook.com/athenscomedy
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
Popsicles in the Park
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesEnjoy popsicles, chalk and fun outdoor activities. 11 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Rosé-a-Thon
J's Bottle Shop Tasting Room 1452 Prince Avenue, Athens, GeorgiaDrop in to learn about and taste from over a dozen bottles of the season’s featured rosés. Registration required. 5:30–7:30 p.m. $25. www.pintaschoolofwine.com
GOD SPANK
ATHICA 675 Pulaski St., Athens, GA, United StatesThis series of performances by contemporary Athens-based artists Mickey Boyd, Ethan Snow and Ahndhi Sticha explores the future of humanity. 6–9 p.m. FREE! www.athica.org
Dance After Dark
DanceFX Athens 396 Foundry St., Athens, GA, United StatesDress up and bring your heels for dance classes in beginning heels, chairs and tricks, and advanced heels. Ages 18 & up. 6–9 p.m. $15–35. www.dancefx.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
Friday Night Initiative
Online: Tyche's GamesLearn how to play a new roleplaying game. New players welcome. 7 p.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com
Nancy Green Ceramics Studio Group Summer Sale
Nancy Green Ceramics 1500 Tappan Spur Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesCheck out pottery by Juana Gnecco, Nancy Green, Ron Meyers and Sunkoo Yuh. June 1–2, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. 706-410-5200
Open House Pottery Sale
Farmington Pottery 1171 Freeman Creek Rd., Bishop, GA, United StatesGeoff and Lisa Pickett will have a selection of pots of all kinds for house and garden, handmade soaps and botanical skincare products for sale. June 1–2, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. www.pickettpottery.com
Forest Heights Blueberry Festival
Forest Heights Neighborhood Athens, GA, United StatesThe annual neighborhood festival raises money for a community blueberry planting project. Activities include a children’s bike rally, cooking competition, garden tours, outdoor concert, food trucks and a silent auction. 9:30 a.m.–9:30 p.m. FREE! www.regenerators.earth/festival
Family Fun Day
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin the Friends of the Library for a puppet show by Lee Bryan, crafts, “Touch the Truck” showcase of city vehicles, a petting zoo, tours of the Heritage Room and more. 10 a.m.–1 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
OCB Unbroken
Morton Theatre 195 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesWidmer Unbroken Nutritional Coaching & Unbroken Movement host this health and fitness competition with a variety of categories and divisions. 10 a.m.–5 p.m. $20–75. www.mortontheatre.com
STEAM Saturday
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesJoin LeAnn Rutledge from the Oconee River Resource Council to learn about birds and create a birding journal. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Family Fun Day
Oglethorpe Co. Library 858 Athens Rd., Lexington, GA, United StatesSummer reading kickoff with attractions including talks with Ranger Sarah of Watson Mill State Park, a balloon twister, survival skill lessons and more. 10 a.m.–1 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oglethorpe
West Broad Farmers Market
Rocksprings Park Pavilion 291 Henderson Extension, Athens, GeorgiaVendors will be on site with fresh produce, local fare, rare plants, artisan goods and more. Saturdays, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! www.athenslandtrust.org/wbfm
Orphintage Vintage Market Pop-Up
Historic Athens 489 Prince Ave., Old Fire Hall No. 2, AthensBrowse vintage vendors from Athens and Atlanta selling T-shirts, dresses, jackets, hats and more. June 1, 11 a.m.–7 p.m. June 2, 11 a.m.–5 p.m. www.vintagemarketpop-up.com
Historic Athens Heritage Walk
Historic Athens 489 Prince Ave., Old Fire Hall No. 2, AthensMayor Kelly Girtz will guide an exploration of the history of Pulaski Street area. Registration required. 2 p.m. $25. www.historicathens.com
First Saturday Pottery Workshop
Southern Star Studio 180 Cleveland Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThis adult workshop includes a demo of basic hand-building techniques with time to make pieces that will be fired for pickup later. Registration required. 2 p.m. $60. www.southernstarstudioathens.com
Athens Pride Parade
Downtown Athens AthensAthens Pride and Queer Collective hosts a parade marching through downtown and ending at a Resource Festival featuring nonprofit vendors, food trucks and entertainment at the Classic Center Pavillion. 2–6 p.m. FREE! www.athenspride.org/parade
LEGO Mania
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesDrop in to free build and create. All ages. 3–5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Union Pride
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesUnited Campus Workers of Georgia hosts an open drag night to kick off Pride Month. 8–10:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Athens Showgirl Cabaret Drag For All
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesEnjoy a fabulous night of open drag fun for all ages. 8–11 p.m. $5. www.athensshowgirlcabaret.com
Nancy Green Ceramics Studio Group Summer Sale
Nancy Green Ceramics 1500 Tappan Spur Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesCheck out pottery by Juana Gnecco, Nancy Green, Ron Meyers and Sunkoo Yuh. June 1–2, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. 706-410-5200
Open House Pottery Sale
Farmington Pottery 1171 Freeman Creek Rd., Bishop, GA, United StatesGeoff and Lisa Pickett will have a selection of pots of all kinds for house and garden, handmade soaps and botanical skincare products for sale. June 1–2, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. www.pickettpottery.com
Classic City Pétanque Club
Lay Park 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GANew players welcome. Scheduled days are Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays at 10 a.m. [email protected], www.athenspetanque.org
Orphintage Vintage Market Pop-Up
Historic Athens 489 Prince Ave., Old Fire Hall No. 2, AthensBrowse vintage vendors from Athens and Atlanta selling T-shirts, dresses, jackets, hats and more. June 1, 11 a.m.–7 p.m. June 2, 11 a.m.–5 p.m. www.vintagemarketpop-up.com
Classic City Pétanque Club
Lay Park Community Center 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesNew players welcome. Scheduled play days are Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays at 1:30 p.m. [email protected], www.athenspetanque.org
