Under The Sea Party
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesEnjoy a sea themed party, crafts and a visit from the mermaid Ariel. 11 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
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
Animal Encounter
Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesAn all-ages event with educational biofacts and opportunities to visit with a variety of animals. Registration required. 2 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/sandycreeknaturecenter
Snowed In At the Library
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesPlay in a room filled with shredded paper “snow,” and enjoy cold treats. All ages. 3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
The Athens Farmers Market
Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, GeorgiaMarkets offer fresh produce, flowers, eggs, meats, prepared foods, arts and crafts. Live music at 6 p.m. AFM double SNAP dollars spent. Wednesdays, 5–8 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net
Adobe Illustrator for Beginners
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn the basics of creating vector art. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Shih Tzu Not Trivia
South Main Brewing 1725 Electric Ave., Suite 140, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesTest your general trivia knowledge. Wednesdays, 6 p.m. www.instagram.com/shihtzunottrivia
Just Dance Tournament
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesDrop in to battle other dancers. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Bad Art Night
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesDrop in to create unique art with all materials provided. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Gorgeous George’s Improv League
Buvez 585 Barber Street Suite A, Athens, GA, United StatesTownie improv that invites you to bring suggestions. Wednesdays, 7 p.m. $5 suggested donation. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
Three Star Cinema
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesScreening of the 1997 action thriller film Bloodmoon. 7 p.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreandbar.com
Music Bingo
B&B Theatres 1570 Lexington Rd, Athens, GA, United StatesJoin in to play music bingo. 7:30 p.m. FREE! www.bbtheatres.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
Juneteenth Celebration
ACC City Hall 301 College Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesCelebrate and honor the holiday with community speakers, vendors, live music, a kids zone and more. 3–7 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/AADMovementjusticecenter
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
Open Studio
BMA At Home 1354 S Milledge Ave, Athens, GA, United StatesPaintings by Megan Roberts Studio will be on view with the artist in attendance. 5–7 p.m. www.instagram.com/bmaathome
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
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
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 StatesArtist Will Eskridge’s exhibition “Locos Only” features animated paintings that celebrate un-huggable animals like armadillos and more. 6–9 p.m. FREE! www.tinyathgallery.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
Nateball’s Little Funnybone
The Globe 199 N Lumpkin St, AthensOfficial AthFest affiliated event with Nathan Wright hosting a standup showcase of local and regional comedians. 6:30 p.m. (doors), 7 p.m. (show). $13. www.athenscomedy.com
Weirdo: The Story of Fight Eight
Ciné Athens, GA, United StatesOfficial AthFest affiliated event screening the documentary about local rock band Five Eight with a performance. 7 p.m. $10. www.athenscine.com
Bright Star
Town & Gown Players 115 Grady Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesA musical that explores an individual’s journey of self-discovery during WWI. June 13–14 & 19–21, 8 p.m. June 15 & 22, 2 p.m. $18–24. www.townandgownplayers.org
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
Lunchtime Movie
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesBring a lunch and enjoy a screening of the family-friendly movie Dog Man. 12 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Teen Tie-Dye
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesExperiment with tie-dye to make a wearable work of art. Grades 6–12. 3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Live Blacksmithing
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesLocal blacksmith Thomas Carani will discuss his blacksmithing process and give demonstrations. 6–9 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.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
Monster Jam
Akins Ford Arena 300 N Thomas St., Athens, United StatesMassive trucks and and world champion drivers will entertain with high-flying action and jaw-dropping stunts. June 20, 7 p.m. June 21, 1 p.m. & 7 p.m. June 22, 1 p.m. & 6:30 p.m. $20–85. www.classiccenter.com
Gary Michaels
Marigold Auditorium for Arts and Culture 373 N. Church St., WintervilleThe world’s only biker comedy hypnotist. 7 p.m. $20. www.facebook.com/MarigoldAuditorium
Summer Solstice Paddle
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesEnjoy a ranger-led paddle on the river. Registration required. 7:45 p.m. $15. www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
Knock Knock, Who Cares
Flying Squid Comedy 150 Fritz Mar Lane, Athens, GA, United StatesGroup of improv performers who often perform longer narrative stories. 8 p.m. $10. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
Bright Star
Town & Gown Players 115 Grady Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesA musical that explores an individual’s journey of self-discovery during WWI. June 13–14 & 19–21, 8 p.m. June 15 & 22, 2 p.m. $18–24. www.townandgownplayers.org
WERK: A Labor Rights Drag Night
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn about the UGA chapter of the United Campus Workers of Georgia and enjoy an evening of drag featuring the Athens Showgirl Cabaret. 8–11 p.m. $5. ucwga.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
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
Pride Community WOD
CrossFit Liberate 425 E Dougherty St, Athens, GeorgiaDrop in for a workout, mingle session and more to support the LGBTQ+ community. 10 a.m. FREE! www.crossfitliberate.com
