Reception

Ciné Athens, GA, United States

Chase Brantley’s exhibition “upstage / downstage” features photographs of his fellow performers in their in-between moments. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.athica.org

Toddler Thursday

Toddler Thursday

OCAF 34 School St., Watkinsville, GA, United States

Drop in for grab-and-go crafting, storytime or to look at art. Ages 2–5. 10 a.m. FREE! (members), $5 (non-members). www.ocaf.com

Drumming with Dr. Arvin Scott

ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United States

Learn about drumming and rhythm. All ages. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org

Coffee Hour

Coffee Hour

Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United States

Drop in to drink some coffee, while supplies last. Thursdays, 11 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee

LEGO Club

LEGO Club

Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United States

Drop in to free build and create, or do one of the fun LEGO challenges. Ages 5–12. Thursdays, 3–5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee

Athentic Farmers Market

Athentic Farmers Market

Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United States

Weekly market featuring vendors Diamond Hill Farms, Normaltown Bread Company, Katie Bee Honey, Flossie May Forage and Grand Designs Woodworking. Thursdays, 4–7 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com

Supper Club

Farmview Market 2610 Eatonton Rd., Madison, GA, United States

Celebrate the month of July with a barbecue supper. 4:30​​–7 p.m. $14.99 & up. www.farmviewmarket.com

Cura Grand Opening

Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, Georgia

Celebrate the opening of the brewery’s downstairs craft cocktail lounge. 5–10 p.m. www.creaturecomfortsbeer.com

Social Ride – No Drop

Dudley Park 100 Dudley Park Rd., Athens, GA, United States

A leisurely-paced group bike ride through sections of the North Oconee River Greenway and/or Firefly Trail. Ages 8 & up. Registration required. 5:30 p.m. FREE! www.accgovga.myrec.com

KnitLits Knitting Group

KnitLits Knitting Group

Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United States

Knitters 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

Opening Reception

Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States

Exhibition “This ‘n’ That” featuring works by Lydian Brambila and Steph Rivers will be on view with refreshments. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreandbar.com

BINGO

BINGO

VFW Post 2872 835 Sunset Dr, Athens

Join in to play this weekly game of chance. Thursdays, 5 p.m. (doors). FREE! www.facebook.com/vfw2872

Thursday Trivia

Johnny's New York Style Pizza 1040 Gaines School Rd Suite 219, Athens, GA, United States

Test your trivia knowledge with host Todd Henderson. 6:30 p.m. www.johnnyspizza.com

Morning River Paddle

Morning River Paddle

Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United States

Enjoy a ranger-led morning paddle on the river. Registration required. 9:15 a.m. $15. www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge

Meet & Play

Meet & Play

Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United States

Drop in for facilitated open play with age-appropriate toys. Best for ages 6 & under. Fridays, 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart

Creek Critters Hike

Creek Critters Hike

Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United States

Experience hands-on stream ecology while hiking along Beaver Creek. 1 p.m. $5. www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge

Tree ID Hike

Tree ID Hike

Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United States

Learn about local plant life on a 1.5 mile guided walk. 3 p.m. $5. www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge

Diamond Art

ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United States

Make beautiful diamond artwork to take home. Grades 6–12. 3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org

DIY Book Binding

Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United States

Create your own notebooks and booklets in this hands-on workshop. Supplies provided. Registration required. Ages 18 & up. 4 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee

R(h)um Tasting

Tonique Bottle Co. 625 Barber Street Suite 120, Athens, United States

Drop in to try five different styles of rum and a classic daiquiri cocktail. 5–7 p.m. $15. www.shoptonique.com

Firestarting & S’mores

Firestarting & S’mores

Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United States

Join the park staff to learn how to start a fire using flint and steel strikers, and make s’mores. 6:30 p.m. $5 (adults), FREE (12 & under). www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge

Brad Williams

The Classic Center 300 N. Thomas St., Athens, GA, United States

Stand-up comedian appearing on TV and in movies on “The Growth Spurt Tour.” 7 p.m. $26–121.50. www.classiccenter.com

The Goonies

Madison Morgan Cultural Center 434 S Main St, Madison, United States

Screening of the classic family movie on the front lawn. 8:30 p.m. $5 (non-members), FREE! (members). www.mmcc-arts.org

Annual Cottage Classic Golf Tournament

UGA Golf Course 2600 Riverbend Rd., Athens, GA, United States

Enjoy breakfast, beverages on the course and a catered lunch. Proceeds benefit The Cottage Sexual Assault Center & Children’s Advocacy Center. 7:30 a.m. (registration), 8:15 a.m. (tee-off). $150. www.givebutter.com/2025cottageclassic

The Athens Farmers Market

The Athens Farmers Market

Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United States

Markets 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

Teen Anime Club

Teen Anime Club

Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United States

Join other fans of manga and anime to discover books, play games, snack and watch anime. Grades 6​​–12. 3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee

Marigold Farmers Market

Marigold Farmers Market

Pittard Park 115 Parkview Rd., Athens, GA, United States

Vendors 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

Bag of Books Sale

Front Porch Bookstore 102 Marigold Ln., Winterville

Browse books for sale. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. $5/bag. Front Porch Bookstore on Facebook

Star Wars Day

ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United States

Meet Star Wars characters, take pictures and make crafts. 11 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org

Really, Really Free Market

Reese and Pope Park

Just 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

Chess Tournament

Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United States

Stop by for an informal tournament open to all skill levels. 3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee

Big Family Read

Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United States

Discuss J.K. Rowling’s novel Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban and enjoy snacks, trivia and activities. All ages. 3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart

Shelter Building

Shelter Building

Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United States

Learn the basics of primitive shelter building in the woods. 3 p.m. $5. www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge

Tokusatsu Club

ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United States

Screening of the 1996 sci-fi comedy film Ultraman Zearth. 3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org

Founder’s Day Celebration

Steffen Thomas Museum of Art 4200 Bethany Rd., Buckhead, GA, United States

There will be a screening of Rock & Chisel, new exhibit opening, award ceremony, food, beverages, raffles and more. 4–7 p.m. $100 (members), $125 (non-members). www.steffenthomas.org

Sunset Kayak Paddle

Sunset Kayak Paddle

Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United States

Enjoy a ranger-led paddle on the river and view the sunset. Registration required. 8 p.m. $15. www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge

Athens Showgirl Cabaret Drag For All

Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United States

Enjoy a fabulous night of open drag fun for all ages celebrating the life of Miss Pam. 8–11 p.m. $5. www.athensshowgirlcabaret.com

Jimmy and Stiggs Do America: The Roadshow

Ciné Athens, GA, United States

Screening of the horror film Jimmy and Stiggs followed by a Q&A with writer, director and actor Joe Begos. 8:30 p.m. FREE! www.horrorsectionstudios.com

High Tea: A Drag Show

Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United States

Mary Jane hosts a fabulous and hilarious night of drag entertainment. 9:30 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com