Afternoon Kayak Paddle
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesEnjoy a ranger-led paddle on the river. Registration required. 2 p.m. $15/person, $5 parking pass/vehicle. www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
Foodie Saturdays
Little Kings Shuffle Club 223 W. Hancock Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThis market offers free fresh produce, local vendors, bartenders and samples from a themed cooking competition. This week’s theme is summer sandwiches. 2–5 p.m. [email protected]
Queer Clothing Swap
Chaparral Salon 174 Cleveland Ave, Athens, GeorgiaBring your gently used clothing to swap at this event focusing on sustainability and gender expression. 2–5 p.m. FREE! www.chaparralsalon.com
Tokusatsu Club
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesScreening of episodes from various “Super Sentai” series. 3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Back to School Fest
Amici at The Falls 8851 Macon Hwy Suite 501, Athens, GA, United StatesThis first annual back to school event features raffles, a local music lineup and more. 3–9:30 p.m. FREE! www.amicis.com
The Magic of Home
Athens Country Club 2700 Jefferson Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesAn evening of food, drink and the magic of Kevin Dawson with all proceeds benefitting Family Promise of Athens. 5–7 p.m. $50. www.familypromiseathens.org/events
Puffs
Elberton Arts Center 17 W. Church St., ElbertonEncore Productions presents the play that reimagines the classic story of the boy wizard and his companions. Aug. 8–9 & 15–16, 7 p.m. Aug. 10 & 17, 2 p.m. $12 (adv.), $17. [email protected]
Urinetown the Musical
Oconee Youth Theater 1050 Jamestown Blvd., Watkinsville, GA, United StatesOconee Youth Playhouse presents this musical featuring dark humor and satire to explore a dystopian future. Aug. 1–2 & 8–9, 7 p.m. Aug. 3 & 10, 3 p.m. $15–20. www.oconeeyouthplayhouse.com
Classic City Pétanque Club
Lay Park 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GANew players welcome. Scheduled days are Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays at 10 a.m. [email protected], www.athenspetanque.org
Athens Drag Brunch
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesEnjoy brunch and drag entertainment. 11 a.m. $10 (show only), $25 (brunch and show). www.athensshowgirlcabaret.com
Puffs
Elberton Arts Center 17 W. Church St., ElbertonEncore Productions presents the play that reimagines the classic story of the boy wizard and his companions. Aug. 8–9 & 15–16, 7 p.m. Aug. 10 & 17, 2 p.m. $12 (adv.), $17. [email protected]
NE Georgia Civil War History Roundtable
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesThis roundtable hosts guest speakers that discuss topics relating to Civil War history. 3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Urinetown the Musical
Oconee Youth Theater 1050 Jamestown Blvd., Watkinsville, GA, United StatesOconee Youth Playhouse presents this musical featuring dark humor and satire to explore a dystopian future. Aug. 1–2 & 8–9, 7 p.m. Aug. 3 & 10, 3 p.m. $15–20. www.oconeeyouthplayhouse.com
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
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
Morning River Paddle
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesEnjoy a ranger-led morning paddle on the river. Registration required. 9:15 a.m. $15/person, $5 parking pass/vehicle. www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
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
A Bridge to the Past
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesLearn about history of Watson Mill Bridge with a tour through the longest covered bridge in Georgia. 12 p.m. FREE! www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
Creek Critters Hike
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesExperience hands-on stream ecology while hiking along Beaver Creek. 3 p.m. $5/person, $5 parking pass/vehicle. www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
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
Pop-Up Plant Sale
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesBrowse potted indoor succulents and outdoor plants. 5–7 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.com
Vietnamese Class
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesInstructor Martine Thy Nguyen will lead a class on the basics of Vietnamese. 6–7 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Bead Crafting
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesLearn how to create crafts with perler fuse beads. Supplies provided. Grades 6–12. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Second Monday Line Dancing Lessons
Ciné Athens, GA, United StatesLearn two to three line dances. All ages, no experience required. 6:30–7:30 p.m. (beginner lesson), 7:30–9 p.m. (social dancing). $10. www.athenscine.com
Pachinko Pop
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesScreening of the 1968 comedy film Mexican Free-for-All. 7 p.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreandbar.com
Toddler Tuesday: Brilliant Faces
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy art and storytime in the galleries, then complete an art activity. Ages 18 months to 3 years. RSVP by email. 10 a.m. FREE! [email protected]
Classic City Pétanque Club
Lay Park 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GANew players welcome. Scheduled days are Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays at 10 a.m. [email protected], www.athenspetanque.org
Lunch & Learn
Tyche's Games 1056 S. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United StatesBring your lunch and learn new games. 11:30 a.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com
Tiki Taco Tuesday
Live Wire 227 W Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy craft cocktails and a taco pop-up from Don Carne with themed weeks, live music and dancing. Tuesdays, 5–10 p.m. www.livewireathens.com
Memoir Writing Group
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesDuring this monthly group, hear memoirs from others and learn tips on how to write your own. 5:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Rock ‘n Roll Trivia
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host The Music Man. Second Tuesdays, 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
UnPhiltered Trivia
Mellow Mushroom 320 E. Clayton St., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Phil. 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/MellowMushroomAthens
Bad Dog Trivia
Amici at The Falls 8851 Macon Hwy Suite 501, Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Miles Bunch. Tuesdays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
Bad Dog Trivia
Paloma Park 235 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Tuesdays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
Athentic Movie Night
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesScreening of the family-friendly classic Muppet Treasure Island. 7:30 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
Flying Squid Open 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
Pétanque Class
Lay Park 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GALearn the basics of the lawn game pétanque. RSVP required. 10 a.m. FREE! [email protected], www.athenspetanqueclub.wixsite.com/play
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
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
C3 to End Homelessness
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesA roundtable discussion regarding housing and homelessness to educate, identify issue and plan steps to solutions. Second Wednesdays, 5–7 p.m. FREE! www.athenshc.org/coc
