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
Read to Rover
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesDrop in to read a story to Grady the therapy dog. All Ages. 2:30–3:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
DMC: Adobe InDesign for Beginner
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn to create layouts for print or digital display. Registration required. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
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
How Religion Happens Book Club
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesDiscuss Bart D. Ehrman’s novel How Jesus Became God. 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
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
Opening Reception
UGA Special Collections Library 300 S Hull St, Athens, GA, United StatesPhotographer Jason Thrasher’s exhibition “Athens Potluck” about the local music scene will be on display with music, food and drinks. 6–8 p.m. FREE! libs.uga.edu
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
Olympics Trivia
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your Olympics knowledge and compete for prizes. 7–9 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Lion’s Gate Circle for Abundance
Shakti Power Yoga 940 Prince Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesExperience journaling, meditation, a manifestation ritual, heart-opening cacao ceremony and a soothing sound bath. Registration required. 7:15 p.m. $30. [email protected]
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
Athentic Brewing Co.’s 4 Year Anniversary Party
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy special beer releases, pop-up food vendors and live music during this all-day celebration. Aug. 9, 11 a.m.–10 p.m. Aug. 10, 12–10 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.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
Legally Blonde
Oconee Youth Theater 1050 Jamestown Blvd., Watkinsville, GA, United StatesA cast of local teens star in this production based on the big screen story of Elle Woods. Aug. 3 & 9–10, 7 p.m. Aug. 4 & 11, 3 p.m. $15–20. www.oconeeyouthplayhouse.com
small talk, BIG SHOW
work.shop 160 Winston Dr. #9, Athens, GA, United StatesA late night talk show hosted by Matt House featuring comedian Kelly Petronis and the musical stylings of libbaloops. 8–9:15 p.m. $10. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
Pride and Prejudice
Town & Gown Players 115 Grady Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesA theatrical adaptation of Jane Austen’s classic novel about the witty heroine Elizabeth Bennet. Aug. 9–10 & 15–17, 8 p.m. Aug. 11 & 18, 2 p.m. $15–20. www.townandgownplayers.org
Accessible Bird Walk
Wild Birds Unlimited 1850 Epps Bridge Pkwy, Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy the beauty of nature, learn about local bird species and connect with fellow bird enthusiasts. Registration required. 8 a.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/wbuofathensga
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
Comer Community Market
Farmer's Market Building 1914 Madison St., Comer, United StatesLocally grown produce, eggs, foods, pottery, jewelry and handmade goods. Saturdays, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. www.facebook.com/ComerFM
Ag Festival
Farmview Market 2610 Eatonton Rd., Madison, GA, United StatesLearn about local agriculture with the Mobile Ag Classroom and enjoy a local petting zoo, face painting, giveaways, live workshops, music and more. 9 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! www.farmviewmarket.com
Where’s Waldo Party
Avid Bookshop 1662 S. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United StatesCelebrate the end of summer with games, a photo station, art activities, prizes and more. 10 a.m. FREE! www.avidbookshop.com
Walk Into Wellness
Dudley Park 100 Dudley Park Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesGet moving alongside and meet others in the community, with each walk focusing on a different health topic. Ages 8 & up. Registration required. 10 a.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/myrec
Open an Oyster Fundraiser
The Pearl Girls 548 Hawthorne Ave, Athens, United StatesShuck an oyster, find a pearl and choose a necklace to wear it with with proceeds benefitting Project Safe. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. $25. www.thepeargirls.com
Discover the Story Trail
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesCelebrate the Story Trail’s grand opening by exploring, reading books and creating an outdoor art project. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Artist Talk
Winterville Cultural Center Gallery 371 N. Church Street, Winterville, United StatesWood crafter Barbara Odil will give a brief talk and demonstrate her technique. 11 a.m. FREE! www.wintervilleccgallery.com
Athens Council of the Blind
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe group will present questions and ideas for Rep. Houston Gaines on how to improve services for those with visual impairments. 11 a.m. FREE! www.georgiacounciloftheblind.org
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
Closing Reception
ACE/FRANCISCO Gallery 675 Pulaski St. STE 1500, Athens, GA, United StatesJason Thrasher’s exhibition “Kashi Washi” will be on view. 11 a.m.–4 p.m. FREE! www.acefranciscogallery.com
Learn to Play Shadowrun RPG
Tyche's Games 1056 S. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin others to learn about the science fantasy tabletop role-playing game. 12 p.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com
Really, Really Free Market
Reese and Pope ParkJust 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. [email protected], www.facebook.com/RRFMAthens
Athentic Brewing Co.’s 4 Year Anniversary Party
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy special beer releases, pop-up food vendors and live music during this all-day celebration. Aug. 9, 11 a.m.–10 p.m. Aug. 10, 12–10 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
Black Creatives Connect
Lyndon House Arts Center 211 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesCreatives of all professions and industries are invited to network and listen to a panel discussion that centers black creatives. 1 p.m. FREE! posh.vip/e/black-creatives-connect
Critter Tales
Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesListen to a story about nature, then go outside for an activity. 2:30 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/scnc
Opening Reception
Steffen Thomas Museum of Art 4200 Bethany Rd., Buckhead, GA, United StatesThe group exhibition “Queer Perspectives” featuring 13 LGBTQ+ identifying artists will be on view. 4–6 p.m. www.steffenthomas.org
Legally Blonde
Oconee Youth Theater 1050 Jamestown Blvd., Watkinsville, GA, United StatesA cast of local teens star in this production based on the big screen story of Elle Woods. Aug. 3 & 9–10, 7 p.m. Aug. 4 & 11, 3 p.m. $15–20. www.oconeeyouthplayhouse.com
Pride and Prejudice
Town & Gown Players 115 Grady Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesA theatrical adaptation of Jane Austen’s classic novel about the witty heroine Elizabeth Bennet. Aug. 9–10 & 15–17, 8 p.m. Aug. 11 & 18, 2 p.m. $15–20. 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
Athens Drag Brunch
Hendershots Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy brunch and disco themed drag entertainment. 11 a.m. $40. www.athensshowgirlcabaret.com
Back to School Mingle and Market
The Globe 199 N Lumpkin St, AthensStudents, faculty and community are invited to this vendor market featuring locally made gifts. 1–6 p.m. FREE! www.globetavern.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
Pride and Prejudice
Town & Gown Players 115 Grady Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesA theatrical adaptation of Jane Austen’s classic novel about the witty heroine Elizabeth Bennet. Aug. 9–10 & 15–17, 8 p.m. Aug. 11 & 18, 2 p.m. $15–20. www.townandgownplayers.org
