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
Smokey Bear’s Birthday Party
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesCelebrate Smokey’s 80th birthday with stories, songs, crafts, birthday cake and more. 10:30 a.m.–1 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.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
Adventure Tales: Storytelling and Crafts
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesJoin Ms. Donna for crafts and a folktale foray around the world. 3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Adult Dungeons & Dragons
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesA gaming session for players of all skill levels. Ages 18 & up. 6 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
Athentic Cycling Group
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesCyclists of all skill levels are invited for a no-drop group ride that starts and ends at Athentic Brewing. Every other Thursday, 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.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
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
Boots & Brews Line Dancing
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn the line dancing basics from hosts Becky and Patty. 7 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Goosey Comedy
Buvez 585 Barber Street Suite A, Athens, GA, United StatesLive stand-up comedy show featuring Atlanta and local comedians. 7 p.m. $7. www.facebook.com/buvezathens
Comedy on Draft
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThe lineup features a mix of Athens and Atlanta comedians bringing laughs. 8 p.m. $10. www.athenticbrewing.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
Board Games
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesJoin friends or make new ones and play a variety of board or card games. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
The Wizard of Oz
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesScreening of the family-friendly classic movie along with free popcorn. All ages. 12 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Teen DIY Nail Art
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesShow off your artistic talent with the library’s supply of nail polish. Grades 6–12. 4 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Opening Reception
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens 780 Timothy Rd., Athens, GA, United States“The Claire and Robert Clements Summer Invitational” will feature UUFA artists. 4–6 p.m. FREE! www.uuathensga.org
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
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
The Hothouse
work.shop 160 Winston Dr. #9, Athens, GA, United StatesTrue-to-life improv comedy inspired by audience suggestions featuring LeeAnn Peppers and Matt House. 8 p.m. $10. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
The Icarus Monologues
Town & Gown Players 115 Grady Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThe play explores how stories become warped by their storytellers, as delivered by Greek gods and goddesses. June 28–29, 8 p.m. June 30, 2 p.m. $5. www.townandgownplayers.org
Athens Showgirl Cabaret Fabulous Friday
Hendershots Athens, GA, United StatesA Fabulous Friday drag show closing out Pride Month with performances by special guests The Belli Dance Company. 9 p.m. $5. www.athensshowgirlcabaret.com
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
Danielsville Farmers Market
Danielsville City Hall 10 Government Circle, Danielsville, United StatesBrowse vendors with an array of homemade, handmade and state-grown products. 8 a.m.–12 p.m. www.danielsvillemarket.wixsite.com/farmersmarket
Yoga at the Library
Oglethorpe Co. Library 858 Athens Rd., Lexington, GA, United StatesEnjoy relaxing yoga for all ages and abilities. 10 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oglethorpe
Local Heroes at Farmview Market
Farmview Market 2610 Eatonton Rd., Madison, GA, United StatesLocal first responders and healthcare professionals are invited to enjoy live music, free food, a market and more. 11 a.m. FREE! www.farmviewmarket.com
Anime Club
Oglethorpe Co. Library 858 Athens Rd., Lexington, GA, United StatesJoin club members to watch and discuss all things manga, explore the world of Arietty and more. 11 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
Board Game Demonstrations
Tyche's Games 1056 S. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United StatesDrop in, meet new people and try out a variety of new games. 12–6 p.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com
Miniature Painting Workshop
Tyche's Games 1056 S. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United StatesBring your primed miniatures and learn the basics of painting them. $5. 1 p.m. www.tychesgames.com
Crime in the Park
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesA day of mystery and puzzle solving with Sherlock Holmes-themed crafts, escape room and more. 1–5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Historic Athens Heritage Walk
Historic Athens 489 Prince Ave., Old Fire Hall No. 2, AthensScott Nesbit will guide an exploration of the history of Historic Downtown District and its iconic landmarks. Registration required. 2 p.m. $25. www.historicathens.com
Vectrex Trinity
ATHICA 675 Pulaski St., Athens, GA, United StatesAaron Artrip will present a three-pointed system of visualizing sonic experiments. 2–9 p.m. FREE! www.athica.org
Together We Dazzle
Hendershots Athens, GA, United StatesThe second annual benefit for the Ehlers-Danlos Society features over 20 local artists, raffles, a silent auction and more. 3–7 p.m. $10 & up (donation). www.christinajoystudio.com/together-we-dazzle
Star Spangled Classic
Southeast Clarke Park 4440 Lexington Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesThere will be carnival rides, food trucks and music by The Original Splitz Band. Fireworks launch at 9:30 p.m. from Athens-Ben Epps Airport. 6–10 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/fireworks
Comedy Night
Foxglove Plantbar 1063 Baxter Street, Athens, GA, United StatesA night of comedy with local comedians. $10. 8 p.m. www.foxgloveplantbar.com
The Icarus Monologues
Town & Gown Players 115 Grady Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThe play explores how stories become warped by their storytellers, as delivered by Greek gods and goddesses. June 28–29, 8 p.m. June 30, 2 p.m. $5. www.townandgownplayers.org
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
Artist Market
The Globe 199 N Lumpkin St, AthensBrowse vendors featuring paintings, intricate graphic designs, handcrafted jewelry, ceramics and glass work. 12–4 p.m. www.facebook.com/globe.athens
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
The Icarus Monologues
Town & Gown Players 115 Grady Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThe play explores how stories become warped by their storytellers, as delivered by Greek gods and goddesses. June 28–29, 8 p.m. June 30, 2 p.m. $5. www.townandgownplayers.org
Bad Dog Trivia
Southern Brewing Co. 231 Collins Industrial Blvd., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Sundays, 4 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
Off The Clock Comedy
The Globe 199 N Lumpkin St, AthensAthens Comedy presents local comedians and improv, this week featuring J.B. King and friends. Sundays, 9–11 p.m. $5. www.facebook.com/athenscomedy
Monday Funday
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesJoin Ms. Donna for songs, fingerplays, storytelling and STEAM activities. Ages 3–7 years. Registration suggested. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
