Meat Machine
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesScreening of the 2024 comedy with a Zoom Q&A with director Jeffrey Garcia. 7 p.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreandbar.com
Leanne Morgan
Akins Ford Arena 300 N Thomas St., Athens, United StatesComedian leaning into her Southern charm on her “Just Getting Started” tour. 6 p.m. (doors), 7 p.m. (show). $49–170. www.classiccenter.com
Shih Tzu Not Trivia
Locos Grill and Pub Eastside 1985 S Barnett Shoals Rd, AthensTest your general trivia knowledge. Wednesdays, 8 p.m. www.instagram.com/shihtzunottrivia
Hendershot’s Comedy
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesEnjoy a lineup featuring comics from Athens and Atlanta as well as newcomers. Hosted by Noell Appling. Third Wednesdays, 8 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.com
Toddler Thursday
OCAF 34 School St., Watkinsville, GA, United StatesDrop 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
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
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
Ribbon Cutting & Grand Opening
The Renewal Method MedSpa 1500 Oglethorpe Avenue, Athens, GACelebrate the business’ official opening with a ribbon cutting, raffles, product sampling, tours and more. 11 a.m.–1 p.m. www.therenewalmethod.com
Virtual Career Fair
Online GA, United StatesLearn more about career opportunities through virtual company booths. 1–5 p.m. FREE! www.multiplechoices.us
Read to Rover
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesDrop in to read a story to certified therapy dog Maisy Jane. Ages 4 & up. 4 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Bishop Farmers Market
Bishop Baptist Church 1110 Old Bishop Road, Bishop, United StatesVendors offer baked goods, artisanal goods, snacks and home goods. Thursdays, 4–7 p.m. www.townofbishop.org
Athentic Farmers Market
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesWeekly 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
The Green Flash
Ciné Athens, GA, United StatesScreening of the original documentary about a Florida smuggler followed by a Q&A with filmmakers. 5 p.m. $15. www.athenscine.com
Artist Talk
Lyndon House Arts Center 211 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesVictoria Dugger will discuss her exhibition “Peach Fuzz” and release limited-edition prints. 5:30 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/lyndonhouse
Daring to be Modern
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesRobyn Asleson, curator of prints and drawings at the Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery, will discuss the “Brilliant Exiles” exhibition. 5:30 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
Third Thursday Happy Hour
Marigold Auditorium for Arts and Culture 373 N. Church St., WintervilleThe art gallery will be open with beverages, snacks, games and more happening on the lawn. 5:30–7:30 p.m. FREE! www.wintervillecenter.com
Teen Studio: Slay in Overlay
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesExplore the galleries and make art inspired by the exhibition “Brilliant Exiles.” Ages 13–18. Email to RSVP. 5:30–8 p.m. FREE! [email protected]
Yoga in the Galleries
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy a yoga class in the art galleries led by instructors from Five Points Yoga. Open to all skill levels. First come, first served. 6 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
Teens Dungeons & Dragons
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesJoin the volunteer led role-playing adventure where you can fight dragons, join an army, go on a quest in distant lands and more. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
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
Athentic Book Club
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesDiscuss The Invisible Life of Addie Larue by V.E. Schwab with the group. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Bad Dog BINGO
Amici at The Falls 8851 Macon Hwy Suite 501, Athens, GA, United StatesPlay BINGO with host TJ Wayt. Thursdays, 6 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
Open Studio
Chase Park Warehouse, Unit 4, Suite #10 160 Tracy St. Unit 4 Suite 10, Athens, United StatesArtist Christina Habibi’s work will be on view. 6–9 p.m. FREE! www.habibiart.com
Opening Reception
tiny ATH gallery 174 Cleveland Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThe group exhibition “Cloth: Untied & United” featuring non-traditional textile works will be on view, with music by the tiny band. 6–9 p.m. FREE! www.tinyathgallery.com
Athens Improv Festival
Flying Squid Comedy 150 Fritz Mar Lane, Athens, GA, United StatesThe third annual festival spans three days, with events featuring local and regional improvisers and comedians. Aug. 21–23, 6–11 p.m. $20 (day pass), $50 (weekend pass). www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
The Georgia Music Collections Tour
Akins Ford Arena 300 N Thomas St., Athens, United StatesTake a tour through Georgia musical history with a curator-led event for Third Thursday. 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.classiccenter.com
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
Shih Tzu Not Trivia
Terrapin Beer Co. 265 Newton Bridge Road, Athens, GA, United StatesTest your general trivia knowledge. Thursdays, 6:30 p.m. www.instagram.com/shihtzunottrivia
Monthly Movie Improv
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesImprov group Take This! will perform an abridged version of movie favorites. 7 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
Documentary After Party
The Old Pal 1320 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesFollowing the premiere screening of The Green Flash, enjoy a vinyl listening party of the film’s original score with drink specials benefitting the nonprofit Shell to Shore. 8:30 p.m. www.instagram.com/theoldpal
Meet & Play
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesDrop in for facilitated open play with age-appropriate toys. Best for ages 6 & under. Fridays, 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Opening Reception
OCAF 34 School St., Watkinsville, GA, United States“Perspectives: Georgia Pottery Invitational” features the works from 46 potters from across the state with pottery sales, food, music and more. 6–8 p.m. $25. www.ocaf.com/perspectives
Athens Improv Festival
Flying Squid Comedy 150 Fritz Mar Lane, Athens, GA, United StatesThe third annual festival spans three days, with events featuring local and regional improvisers and comedians. Aug. 21–23, 6–11 p.m. $20 (day pass), $50 (weekend pass). www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
Friday Night Initiative
Tyche's Games 1056 S. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn how to play a new roleplaying game. New players welcome. 7 p.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com
Ritmos Y Raices Dance Conference
Live Wire 227 W Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesTIMBAthens is hosting a three-day event, tonight featuring dance performances, live music, DJs and social dancing. 7 p.m.–1 a.m. FREE! www.ritmosyraicesathens.com
Athens Showgirl Cabaret Fabulous Fridays
Hendershots Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy a comedy night drag show. Ages 18 & up. 9 p.m. $5. www.athensshowgirlcabaret.com
The 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
Indoor Yard Sale
Milledge Avenue Baptist Church 1690 South Milledge Avenue, Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse furniture, clothing, plants, books, crafts and more in benefit of PEO Sisterhood’s women’s education initiatives. 8 a.m.–12 p.m. www.milledge.org
Athens Sampler 5K or 10K Walk
Dudley Park 100 Dudley Park Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesSoutheast Striders Walking Club leads a round-trip walk of downtown Athens and the UGA Campus. All fitness levels welcome. 8 a.m. $4 (adults), FREE! (18 & under). www.southeaststriderswalkingclub.org
Free Yoga Weekend
Fuel Hot Yoga 398 Foundry Street, Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy two days of classes, giveaways and more. Registration required. 8 a.m.–6 p.m. FREE! www.fuelhotyoga.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
KACCB Litter League Cleanup
East Athens Development Corporation 410 McKinley Dr., AthensVolunteers will meet to pick up trash throughout Heard Park and the surrounding neighborhoods. 9:30 a.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/kaccb
Family Day: Brilliant Exiles
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesExplore Parisian culture and learn about important historical women with interactive gallery activities and a take-home art project. 10 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
Great Southeast Pollinator Count
ACC Cooperative Extension 275 Cleveland Road, Athens, GA, United StatesLearn how to count pollinators, practice in the native garden, then log your results online. 10 a.m.–1 p.m. FREE! accgov.com/146/Athens-Clarke-County
Metal Enameling Workshop
Lyndon House Arts Center 211 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn the basics of fusing glass to copper to make enameled earrings. Supplies provided. Registration required. 10 a.m. $30. www.accgov.com/lyndonhouse
Ritmos Y Raices Dance Conference
UGA New Dance Theatre 263 W. Green St., Athens, GA, United StatesTIMBAthens is hosting a three-day event, this afternoon featuring dance workshops. 10 a.m.–5 p.m. $15/class, $65/weekend pass. www.ritmosyraicesathens.com
Board Game Day
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesA family-friendly event with a variety of board game options hosted by Automatic for the Meeple. 11 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Community Class Day
DanceFX Athens 396 Foundry St., Athens, GA, United StatesTry out different dance classes for all different skill levels. Registration required. 12:30–6:30 p.m. FREE! www.dancefx.org
