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
Spring Plant Sale
State Botanical Garden of Georgia 2450 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse plants for sale and get advice from staff and master gardeners, with proceeds benefitting the horticulture and conservation departments. Thursday is a preview sale (for members only). Apr. 17–18, 2–6 p.m. Apr. 19, 8 a.m.–2 p.m. botgarden.uga.edu
Breakfast with the Bunny
Memorial Park 293 Gran Ellen Dr, Athens, GA, United StatesCreate a take home craft, enjoy a biscuit breakfast and chat with the Easter Bunny. Registration required. 9 a.m. & 10:15 a.m. $5 (ACC resident), $8 (non-resident). www.accgovga.myrec.com
Marigold Farmers Market
Pittard Park 115 Parkview Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesVendors offer organic produce, prepared foods, agricultural products and artisanal goods. MFM doubles SNAP dollars spent. Saturdays, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. www.marigoldcollectivewinterville.com
Dog and Cat Low-Cost Vaccine Clinic
Comer Veterinary Hospital 311 Georgia Highway 72, Comer, United StatesNo appointment necessary for rabies, DHPP and FeLV + FVRCP vaccines. 9 a.m.–1 p.m. www.comervethospital.com
Easter Egg Scramble
Lay Park 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GAEnjoy an assortment of games, activities and a chance to get a photo with the Easter Bunny. Ages 10 & under. 10–11:30 a.m. www.accgovga.myrec.com
Family Day: Southern Vistas
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn about the elements of art with interactive gallery activities and a take-home art project. 10 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
Environmental Ethics Philosopher’s Walk
State Botanical Garden of Georgia 2450 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin UGA’s Environmental Ethics Certificate Program and the ATL Chapter of Feminist Bird Club for a morning of birding. 10 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/eecp_uga
Spring Plant Sale
R&R Secret Flowers 919 N. Chase St., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse a wide variety of pollinator-friendly perennials, annuals, natives, herbs and veggies. Apr. 12 & 19, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Apr. 13 & 20, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. www.rrsecretflowers.com
Easter Egg Hunt
Memorial Park 293 Gran Ellen Dr, Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy holiday-themed fun with age group divided egg hunts. 11 a.m. FREE! www.friendsoffivepoints.org
Heartsong Herbs Plant Sale
477 Ruth Street 477 Ruth Street, Athens, United StatesBrowse over 60 varieties of gorgeous medicinal herbs, flowers and veggie seedlings. 11 a.m.–3 p.m. www.heartsongherbs.com
Abnormal Bazaar
Indie South 470 Hawthorne Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThis market features vendors selling soaps, jewelry, vintage, vinyl and more. Third Saturdays, 11 a.m.–3 p.m. www.theindiesouth.com
Student Perspectives
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin one of the student guides for a conversational tour of the permanent collection. 12 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
Family Saturdays: Art Workshop
Lyndon House Arts Center 211 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesA drop-in family-oriented series of art projects that are inspired by current exhibitions. Registration suggested. 12–2 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com
SPOA 20th Birthday Bash
Skatepark of Athens 4440 Lexington Rd, Athens, GACelebrate the Skate Park of Athens with live music, food trucks, contests and more. 12–8 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/Skate_SPOA
Historic Mills Discovery Hike
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesJoin local historians on a hike to learn about the history of the park and visit the newly discovered mill site. 1 p.m. $5. www.explore.gastateparks.org
Family Fun Festival
Georgia Square Mall 3700 Atlanta Hwy., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy rides, games, prizes and food. Apr. 11 & 18, 5–11 p.m. Apr. 12 & 19, 1–11 p.m. Apr. 13 & 20, 1–10 p.m. Apr. 14–17, 5–10 p.m. FREE! $30 unlimited ride wristband. www.georgiasquaremall.com
The Art of Loving Touch
Revolution Therapy and Yoga 675 Pulaski St., Athens, GA, United StatesA couples massage workshop for learning new techniques, communication tools and relaxation practices. 1:30–4 p.m. $200. www.revolutiontherapyandyoga.com
Mamma Mia!
Clarke Central High School 350 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesCedar Shoals and Clarke Central high schools present a production of the classic musical that’s set on a Greek island. Apr. 17–18, 7 p.m. Apr. 19, 2 p.m. $5 (students), $10 (general admission). www.clarke.k12.ga.us/clarkecentral
Star Wars Family Bingo
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesWin prizes and be a part of the galactic fun with several rounds of Star Wars bingo. 2 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Begonia Embroidery Class
Foxglove Plantbar 1063 Baxter Street, Athens, GA, United StatesLearn how to embroider a begonia in this hands-on class. 2 p.m. $60. www.instagram.com/foxgloveplantbar
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
Opening Reception
ARTS + ATHLETICS 130 The Plaza, Athens, United States“Love My Way” features mixed media paintings on canvas and works on paper by Paul Leroy. 3–5 p.m. FREE! www.artsathletics.com
Tokusatsu Club
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesScreening of the 1982 TV series “Batten Robomaru.” 3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Blues Brews & BBQ Festival
The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesAubrey Entertainment presents the annual festival with a special barbecue menu and live music. 3 p.m. (doors). $12 (adv.), $15. www.facebook.com/AubreyEntertainmentAthensGA
Atheist Society of Athens
China Star Superbuffet 3567 Atlanta Hwy, Athens, United StatesThe annual “eating meeting” for non-prophet discussions with friends and neighbors. Third Saturdays, 4 p.m. $15–20. www.atheistsocietyathens.org
Opening Reception
Hotel Indigo 500 College Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesAtlanta artist Paul Leroy’s installation “Tree of Life” will begin growing for its six-month exhibition. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.ihg.com
AFMDS Contra Dance
Memorial Park Administration Building 293 Gran Ellen Drive, Athens, United StatesThis community dance features caller Corinne Wilkinson and live music by Contraplicity. No partner required. 6:30 p.m. (intro session), 7–10 p.m. (dance). $12 (adults), $10 (students w/ ID), 17 & under FREE! www.athensfolk.org
Dear Evan Hansen
The Classic Center 300 N. Thomas St., Athens, GA, United StatesA musical about our complex, interconnected and social media-filled lives. 7:30 p.m. $25–87.25. www.classiccenter.com
Murder on the Orient Express
UGA Fine Arts Theatre 255 Baldwin St., Athens, GA, United StatesSstage adaptation of the classic Agatha Christie novel about murder and intrigue on opulent passenger train. Apr. 10–12 & 16–19, 8 p.m. Apr. 13, 2 p.m. $6–18. www.ugatheatre.com
Emilie: La Marquise Du Châtelet Defends Her Life Tonight!
Town & Gown Players 115 Grady Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesLauren Gunderson’s experimental play tells the story of an accomplished woman lost to history. Apr. 11–12 & 17–19, 8 p.m. Apr. 13 & 20, 2 p.m. $15–20. www.townandgownplayers.org/emilie
Y’all Ready To Laugh
Akademia Brewing Co. 150 Crane Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesAn evening of stand-up comedy with Ronndell Smith, Landon Lackey and special guest Nate Loe. 9 p.m. $15. www.facebook.com/AKADEMIABC
Spring Plant Sale
R&R Secret Flowers 919 N. Chase St., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse a wide variety of pollinator-friendly perennials, annuals, natives, herbs and veggies. Apr. 12 & 19, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Apr. 13 & 20, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. www.rrsecretflowers.com
Family Fun Festival
Georgia Square Mall 3700 Atlanta Hwy., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy rides, games, prizes and food. Apr. 11 & 18, 5–11 p.m. Apr. 12 & 19, 1–11 p.m. Apr. 13 & 20, 1–10 p.m. Apr. 14–17, 5–10 p.m. FREE! $30 unlimited ride wristband. www.georgiasquaremall.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
Emilie: La Marquise Du Châtelet Defends Her Life Tonight!
Town & Gown Players 115 Grady Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesLauren Gunderson’s experimental play tells the story of an accomplished woman lost to history. Apr. 11–12 & 17–19, 8 p.m. Apr. 13 & 20, 2 p.m. $15–20. www.townandgownplayers.org/emilie
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
Trivia Night
Cheba Hut 135 W Washington St, Athens, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge. 7:30 p.m. www.instagram.com/chebahut
Off the Clock Comedy
The Globe 199 N Lumpkin St, AthensAthens Comedy presents a lineup of local and touring comedians. 8:30 p.m. (doors), 9 p.m. (show). www.facebook.com/athenscomedy
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
Nature’s Little Helpers
Memorial Park 293 Gran Ellen Dr, Athens, GA, United StatesCelebrate Earth Day by learning how to take care of the earth. Ages 1–6. 10:30 a.m. $3 (ACC residents), $5 (non-residents). www.accgovga.myrec.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
Teen D&D Club
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesJoin a one-shot game open to all skill levels, including Dungeon Masters, with a prize drawing at the end of the evening. Grades 6–12. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Poetry & Karma Kat
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesNogin and Nonsense present a night of sign-up poetry and live music. 6 p.m. (doors), 7 p.m. (poetry), 9:30 p.m. (show). $5. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
Third Monday Book Club
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesDiscuss books chosen by the group. New members welcome. 7 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
General Trivia
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge. Mondays, 7–9 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
