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
Bad Dog Trivia
Soldier of the Sea Distillery 22 East South Ave., Comer, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Miles Bunch. Fridays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe
The Elbert Theatre 100 S. Oliver St., Elbert, GA, United StatesThis dramatization of C.S. Lewis’ work faithfully recreates the magic and mystery of the classic story. Dec. 6–7 & 13–14, 7 p.m. Dec. 8 & 15, 2 p.m. $12 (adv.), $17. [email protected]
Athens Rock Lobsters vs. Mississippi Sea Wolves
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
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
Presentation Panic!
Flying Squid Comedy 150 Fritz Mar Lane, Athens, GA, United StatesImprovisers will have to give comedic presentations on unknown topics. 8 p.m. $10. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
Annual Clean Your Closet Pop-Up
tiny ATH gallery 174 Cleveland Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThis art sale features a variety of local artists selling pieces for discounted pricing. www.instagram.com/tinyathgallery
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
Breakfast with Santa
The Classic Center 300 N. Thomas St., Athens, GA, United StatesTell Santa your Christmas wishes, create holiday crafts, enjoy a full breakfast buffet and spread Christmas cheer in benefit of The Classic Center Cultural Foundation. 8:30 a.m. $30–40. www.classiccenter.com
Holiday in the Park
Pittard Park 115 Parkview Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesMarigold Farmers Market offers locally grown produce, coffee, baked goods, handcrafted items and holiday activities like photos with Santa, train rides, live music and more. 9 a.m.–3 p.m. www.marigoldmarketwinterville.com
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
Just Do Something
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesDuring this genealogy research shared interest group dig deeper into your genealogy or history research. Second Saturdays, 10 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Ceramics Open Studio & Holiday Sale
Michele Dross Ceramics Studio 197 Normal Avenue, Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse Michelle Dross’s porcelain pottery featuring line drawings and nature centric forms. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. micheledross.com
Holiday Market
Molly's Coffee Co. 8830 Macon Hwy Bldg 100, Athens, United StatesBrowse locally crafted functional and decorative art, pottery, baked goods and more. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. www.mollyscoffeeco.com
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
Bag of Books Sale
Front Porch Bookstore 102 Marigold Ln., WintervilleBrowse books for sale. 10 a.m.–3 p.m. $5/bag. Front Porch Bookstore on Facebook
Ceramics Open Studio & Holiday Sale
Southern Star Studio 180 Cleveland Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse a variety of pottery from resident artists. 10 a.m.–4 p.m. www.southernstarstudioathens.com
Woodhill Holiday Market
4745 Bob Godfrey Rd. 4745 Bob Godfrey Rd, Athens, GeorgiaBrowse locally-crafted functional and decorative art, clothing, jewelry, candles and more. Dec. 6, 3–8 p.m. Dec. 7–8 & 14–15, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. www.barbaraodil.com/woodhillartshow2024
Indie South Holiday Hooray
Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse art, handmade gifts, vintage goods and more with a food trucks on site. Dec. 14–15, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. www.theindiesouth.com
Artisans Open House
Pineywoods Artisans 205 Athens Road, Winterville, GA, United StatesBrowse the works of seven local artists (Margaret Agner, Elizabeth Barton, Dortha Jacobson, Babs Kall, Patricia McAlexander, Caroline Montague and Aristotle Nicolaides) and talk to them about their craft. Dec. 14–15, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. www.elizabethbarton.com
Polar Express Finale
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesJoin Dr. Maurice Snook to view the Polar Express model train, make crafts and more. 11 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
INSPIRE Winter Showcase 2024
Morton Theatre 195 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesAnnual winter showcase featuring dancers of all ages performing to popular seasonal tunes. 11 a.m.–12 p.m. $17. www.mortontheatre.com
Christmas in Oglethorpe
303 E. Church Street 303 E. Church St., Lexington, United StatesThere will be vendors, a parade and a concert. 11 a.m.–6 p.m. www.facebook.com/ChristmasinOglethorpe
