Suicide Prevention Training
Nuçi's Space 396 Oconee St., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn how to recognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis and how to question, persuade and refer someone to help. Registration required. 9 a.m. FREE! www.nuci.org/qpr
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
Toddler Art
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesDrop in for tactile and sensory fun that builds fine motor skills, and leave with your own masterpiece. 11 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Shadowfist Power Lunch
Tyche's Games 1056 S. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United StatesCome down with your lunch and play Shadowfist. New players welcome. 12 p.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com
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
Train LEGO Mania
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesDrop in to free build and create with a Polar Express theme. All ages. 3–5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Windows Computers for Beginners
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesUse Windows 11 laptops to learn about computer memory, storage, programs and files. 4 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Board Game Night
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesTeens are invited to play a variety of games from classics to newer titles. 5–7 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Athens Farmers Market
Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, GeorgiaMarkets offer fresh produce, flowers, eggs, meats, prepared foods, art and crafts. Live music at 6 p.m. AFM doubles SNAP dollars spent. Wednesdays, 5–8 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net
Holiday Movie Night
The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesScreening of the classic holiday movie A Charlie Brown Christmas with seasonal treats for sale. 5:30 p.m. $10. www.facebook.com/thefoundryathens
DMC: Blender for Beginners
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn how to create basic 3D objects using Blender. Registration is required. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Athens Psychedelic Society
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesMeet like-minded individuals interested in topics related to expanded states of consciousness. 6 p.m. FREE! Athens Psychedelic Society on Facebook
Gingerbread Workshop
Lay Park Community Center 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesReceive a pre-baked gingerbread village, icing and candies. Registration required. 12 & under. 6 p.m. $10 (ACC resident), $15 (non-resident). www.accgovga.myrec.com
Casual Crafting
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesBring your current creative project and talk with other creatives and the host instructor Zakk Wilder. Registration required. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Deep South Wrestling
Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, GeorgiaProfessional live wrestling from Atlanta. 6–9 p.m. FREE! www.wearedeepsouth.com
‘Normal’ Run
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin the Athens Road Runners for a 1–3 mile run that starts and ends at Athentic Brewing. Second and fourth Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
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
Bad Dog Trivia
Eddie's Calzones 227 E Clayton Street, Athens, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Nickalous Benson. Wednesdays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
Trivia Night
Normal Bar 1365 Prince Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge. 7 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/normal.bar.7
Level 2 & 3 Improv Graduation Show
150 Fritz Mar Lane 150 Fritz Mar Ln, Athens, United StatesFlying Squid Comedy will showcase what students have learned in improv comedy. 7 p.m. (level 2), 8 p.m. (level 3). $5. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
Pachinko Pop
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesScreening of Japanese superhero TV shows. 7 p.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreandbar.com
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
STEAM Thursday: Cook for the Holiday
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesMake easy, yummy recipes for the holidays. 12 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
DIY Gift Wrap Party
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesDrop in and wrap your gifts with the creative supplies provided. All ages. 12–8 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
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
Opening Reception
tiny ATH gallery 174 Cleveland Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesNoah Lagle’s exhibition “Goodest Neighbors” explores the act of sending and receiving messages through unexpected and overlooked carriers. 5–8 p.m. Donations accepted. www.tinyathgallery.com
Athens Holiday Market
Big City Bread Café 393 North Finley Street, Athens, United StatesBrowse local pottery, wood crafts, soap, jewelry, stained glass and more. Dec. 12–13, 5–9 p.m. www.facebook.com/athensholidaymarket
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
Jolly Jamboree
Aaron Heard Community Center 400 McKinley Dr., AthensCelebrate the holidays with crafts and activities. 10 & under. 6–7:30 p.m. FREE! www.accgovga.myrec.com
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 Todd Henderson. 6:30 p.m. www.johnnyspizza.com
Athens Rock Lobsters vs. Monroe Moccasins
Akins Ford Arena 300 N Thomas St., Athens, United StatesCheer on the home team in this hockey match. 7 p.m. $20–43. www.classiccenter.com
Flying Squid Improv Jam
150 Fritz Mar Lane 150 Fritz Mar Ln, Athens, United StatesImprovisors of all skill levels are invited to practice and play together. 8 p.m. $5 suggested donation. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
A Spell for Winter
Town & Gown Players 115 Grady Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThe world premiere of a magical holiday musical featuring a young wizard’s life changing journey at a new school. Dec. 6–7 & 12–14, 8 p.m. Dec. 8 & 15, 2 p.m. $24. www.townandgownplayers.org
Holiday Play All Day
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesDrop-in play with holiday crafts, prizes, freebies and games along with a cupcake and hot cocoa bar. All ages. 10 a.m.–5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.com/oconee
Bouncing Baby Storytime
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesJoin Ms. Donna for a music and language floor-based program. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Mary Porter Studio Sale
824 Boulevard 824 Boulevard, Athens, United StatesBrowse new and vintage works. Dec. 13, 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Dec. 14, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. www.maryporterpaintings.com
Weihnachtsmarkt und Konzert
Buvez 585 Barber Street Suite A, Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse a small German-inspired Christmas market followed by a holiday performance. 4–7 p.m. www.instagram.com/buvez_athens
Normaltown Pottery Holiday Sale
Normaltown Pottery 465 Belvoir Heights, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesThis holiday sale will feature handmade, functional pottery from studio potters. Dec. 13, 4–9 p.m. Dec. 14, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. 762-728-0575
Athens Holiday Market
Big City Bread Café 393 North Finley Street, Athens, United StatesBrowse local pottery, wood crafts, soap, jewelry, stained glass and more. Dec. 12–13, 5–9 p.m. www.facebook.com/athensholidaymarket
Deck the Hollow
Bear Hollow Zoo at Memorial Park 293 Gran Ellen Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesCelebrate the holidays in lights with live music, animal encounters and photo opportunities. Dec. 6–8 & 13–15, 5:30–7:30 p.m. $5. www.facebook.com/BearHollowZoo
Light the Lights
Bishop Town Hall 5081 Macon Hwy, Bishop, United StatesBrowse the holiday market and enjoy hot chocolate, music, kids crafts and more. 4 p.m. (market), 6 p.m. (activities). FREE! www.facebook.com/bishopga
Journey Through Bethlehem
Tuckston United Methodist Church 4175 Lexington Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy an indoor/outdoor interactive live nativity scene plus hot chocolate and holiday cookies. Dec. 13, 6:30–8:30 p.m. Dec. 14, 2–4 p.m. FREE! www.tuckston.org
The Nutcracker: Clara’s Christmas Dream
Oconee County Civic Center 2661 Hog Mountain Rd., Watkinsville, GA, United StatesTwo-act adaptation of the beloved Christmas ballet with music by Tchaikovsky. Dec. 13, 7 p.m. Dec. 14, 3 p.m. & 7 p.m. $13. www.depassstudioofdance.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
