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
Day of Board Game Demonstrations
Tyche's Games 1056 S. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United StatesTry new games and watch how they’re played. 12 p.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com
Orchid Repotting Class
State Botanical Garden of Georgia 2450 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThe horticulture staff will lead a repotting class for those with their own orchid and pot. Register for individual sessions. 9–11 a.m. $15. www.botgarden.uga.edu
Homebuyer Education Workshop
Athens Land Trust 685 N Pope Street, Athens, United StatesAthens Land Trust hosts this HUD-certified course for first-time homeowners to learn about the home-buying process in Georgia. Registration required. 9:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. $10. [email protected]
Historic Athens Heritage Walk
RSVP for Location Athens, GA, United StatesLearn about the history and cultural significance of the nationally recognized Gospel Pilgrim Cemetery, and about ongoing preservation efforts. Registration required. 10 a.m. $25. www.historicathens.com
Planet Earth Rocks and Crystals Warehouse Sale
Planet Earth Rocks and Crystals 135 Mill Center Blvd., Athens, GA, United StatesThe warehouse is open to the public to browse over 6,000 square feet of crystals and specimens. Feb. 20–21, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Feb. 22, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. www.facebook.com/planetearthrocksandcrystals
Winter Open House
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesView the new exhibitions, participate in family day, enjoy art talks and a baroque music performance, win door prizes and more. 10 a.m.–5 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
Lantern-Making Workshop
Steffen Thomas Museum of Art 4200 Bethany Rd., Buckhead, GA, United StatesDecorate a paper lantern inspired by the magical shapes of artist Jacob Elias and creative works from Vulture Sister Song. Registration required. 11 a.m. $5 (suggested donation). www.steffenthomas.org
Day of Board Game Demonstrations
Tyche's Games 1056 S. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United StatesTry new games and watch how they’re played. 12 p.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com
Learn Miniature Painting Workshop
Tyche's Games 1056 S. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United StatesBring your primed miniatures and learn the basics of painting them. Supplies provided. 1 p.m. $5. www.tychesgames.com
Board Games
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesEnjoy a variety of board games and card games with friends. 2–4 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Chess Club
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesDrop in for open chess play for all skill levels. 3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
How Religion Happens Book Club
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesDiscuss Brant Pitre’s Jesus and the Jewish Roots of the Eucharist. 3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Closing Reception
ARTS + ATHLETICS 130 The Plaza, Athens, United StatesArtist Sara Hess’ exhibition “Raised Bed: A Solo Exhibition” of art objects, prints and paintings will be on view. 4–6 p.m. FREE! www.artsathletics.com
Open Studio
Lyndon House Arts Center 211 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesPainter Carol John will hold open studio hours. 4–6 p.m. www.accgov.com/lyndonhouse
Escape
Canopy Studio 160-6 Tracy Street, Athens, GA, United StatesCanopy Studio’s advanced students present an aerial dance performance that explores escapism featuring trapeze, fabrics, pole acts and more. Feb. 21, 8 p.m. and Feb. 22, 4 p.m. & 8 p.m. $15 (adults), $10 (students/children). www.canopystudio.org
Take Flight
Morton Theatre 195 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesDuring this dance concert the accelerated dance program students will display their skills and talents in a variety of styles. Feb. 22, 7 p.m. Feb. 23, 3 p.m. $15 (adv.), $18. www.accgov.com/myrec
BEERbutante
Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, GeorgiaLori Divine and Kellie Divine host a night full of drag performances. 7–9 p.m. www.facebook.com/boybutante
Love Letters
The Historic Crawford School 325 Park Avenue, Crawford, GA, United StatesArts! Oglethorpe presents the play about 50 years of handwritten correspondence between lifelong friends. Feb. 20–22, 7:30 p.m. $20. www.artsoglethorpe.org
Spring Opera
UGA Fine Arts Theatre 255 Baldwin St., Athens, GA, United StatesShowcase of the school of music’s students. Feb. 21–22, 7:30 p.m. Feb. 23, 3 p.m. $20. pac.uga.edu
Comedy Night
Foxglove Plantbar 1063 Baxter Street, Athens, GA, United StatesHosted by Lanny Farmer, laugh with featured local comedians. 8–9:15 p.m. $10. www. foxgloveplantbar.com
John Proctor is the Villain
UGA Cellar Theatre Fine Arts Building, 255 Baldwin St, Athens, GA, United StatesUGA Theatre production drawing parallels between a high school English classroom in rural Georgia and Arthur Miller’s The Crucible. Feb. 13–15 & 19–22, 8 p.m. Feb. 16 & 23, 2 p.m. $6 (students), $18 (general). www.ugatheatre.com/proctor
The Spitfire Grill
On Stage Playhouse 215 High School Ave., Monroe, GA, United StatesBased on the hit 1996 film set in Wisconsin, this play is an inspirational musical tale of redemption, perseverance and family. Feb. 21–22, 28 & Mar. 1, 7–8, 8 p.m. Mar. 2 & 8, 2 p.m. Mar. 4, 7:30 p.m. $20. www.onstagewalton.org
Up-Close Comedy
work.shop 160 Winston Dr. #9, Athens, GA, United StatesHost Allen Teems and musical guest Libbaloops will channel retro late-night chat show vibes asking hilarious questions to comedians Nancy Heiges, Liv Taylor, Levi Crumley and Miles Bunch. 8 p.m. $10. www.workshopathens.com
Bookin’ It 5K Race and Fun Run
Sandy Creek Park 400 Bob Holman Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesThe Friends of the Library encourage runners to dress up as their favorite literary character for this Eastside library branch fundraiser. 8 a.m. $15–30. www.friendsofacclibrary.org/bookin-it
Classic City Roller Derby Green vs. Black
Fun Galaxy Athens 3030 Cherokee Rd, Athens, GA, United StatesThe Classic City Rollergirls scrimmage. 10:30 a.m. (doors). $15. www.classiccityrollergirls.com
Sonny Angel Trading Party
Treehouse Kid & Craft 815 W. Broad St., Athens, GA, United StatesBring your Sonny Angel blind box trades and swap with the community. 1–3 p.m. FREE! www.treehousekidandcraftcom
Lazy Sunday Games Day
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesBring your favorite board, video, card or role playing games and meet fellow gamers. 1–5 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
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
John Proctor is the Villain
UGA Cellar Theatre Fine Arts Building, 255 Baldwin St, Athens, GA, United StatesUGA Theatre production drawing parallels between a high school English classroom in rural Georgia and Arthur Miller’s The Crucible. Feb. 13–15 & 19–22, 8 p.m. Feb. 16 & 23, 2 p.m. $6 (students), $18 (general). www.ugatheatre.com/proctor
Repair Cafe
Solid Waste Office 25 Hancock Industrial Way, Athens, United StatesBring broken household items and appliances and work with experienced fellow community members to try and fix them. 2–5 p.m. FREE! [email protected], accgov.com/repaircafe
Author Talk
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesAuthor Ashley Callahan will discuss her biography about Frankie Welch titled “Frankie Welch’s America.” 3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Take Flight
Morton Theatre 195 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesDuring this dance concert the accelerated dance program students will display their skills and talents in a variety of styles. Feb. 22, 7 p.m. Feb. 23, 3 p.m. $15 (adv.), $18. www.accgov.com/myrec
Spring Opera
UGA Fine Arts Theatre 255 Baldwin St., Athens, GA, United StatesShowcase of the school of music’s students. Feb. 21–22, 7:30 p.m. Feb. 23, 3 p.m. $20. pac.uga.edu
Free Play Improv Workshop
work.shop 160 Winston Dr. #9, Athens, GA, United StatesLearn improv and comedy acting skills with Matt House, no experience needed. Ages 16 & up. 4 p.m. FREE! [email protected]
Vulture Sister Song
Steffen Thomas Museum of Art 4200 Bethany Rd., Buckhead, GA, United StatesPerformances of poetry, storytelling, music and dance from artists around the country. 4 p.m. FREE! www.steffenthomas.org
Comedy Open Mic
MaiKai Kava Lounge 1035 Baxter St Suite A, Athens, GA, United StatesShow up and go up with your stand-up material. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/bulaatmaikai
Bad Dog Trivia
The Globe 199 N Lumpkin St, AthensTest your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Sundays, 6 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
Athens Rock Lobsters vs. Blue Ridge Bobcats
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
Trivia Night
Cheba Hut 135 W Washington St, Athens, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge. 7:30 p.m. www.instagram.com/chebahut
Bad Dog Trivia
LumberJaxe 510 N Lumpkin St, Athens, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Mondays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
Marigold Farmers Market
100 North Church Street 100 North Church St., Winterville, GA, United StatesVendors offer organic produce, prepared foods, agricultural products and artisanal goods. Mondays, 10 a.m.–7 p.m. www.marigoldcollectivewinterville.com
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
Classic City Rotary
1430 N Chase St 1430 N Chase St, Athens, GeorgiaThe local chapter meets weekly. Mondays, 11:30 a.m. FREE! www.classiccityrotary.org
Tween STEAM Club
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesDrop in and build your own creations with a variety of STEM toys. Ages 8-12. 4:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Pen Pals Writing Group
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesMeet other writers, share your writing experiences and get feedback on your work. Second & fourth Mondays, 5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Using Credit Cards
Online: Athens Land Trust Athens, GeorgiaVirtual financial education workshop for ACC residents hosted by the Athens Land Trust. 5:30 p.m. FREE! 706-613-0122, www.athenslandtrust.org
Teen Game Night
Howard Park & Community Center 291 Henderson Ext., AthensPlay classic board games, beat video game challenges or team up for showdowns. 6–8 p.m. $3 (residents), $4.50 (non-residents). www.accgovga.myrec.com
Trump’s War on Civil Rights
Lay Park Community Center 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe Southern Labor Youth Movement holds a community town hall on how to fight back in the political landscape. 6:30 p.m. FREE! [email protected]
