Adult Dungeons & Dragons
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesA gaming session for players of all skill levels. Ages 18 & up. 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
Tarot & Tea
Indie South 470 Hawthorne Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesGather to learn more about Tarot cards and practice readings. Registration required. Last Thursdays, 6–8 p.m. www.theindiesouth.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
Closing Reception
tiny ATH gallery 174 Cleveland Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesSculptor Joni Younkins-Herzog’s exhibition “Beauty Is Where You Find It” featuring mischievous, fecund, obsessively feminine works will be on view. 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
Disco Hills Skate Club
Firefly Trail, Winterville 125 N Church St, Winterville, United StatesJoin the group to socialize or exercise while skating outdoors. Thursdays, 6:45 p.m. FREE! Find Disco Hills Outdoor Skate Club on Facebook
Meet Athens’ Secret River
Ciné Athens, GA, United StatesLearn about the Middle Oconee River’s history and ecology with Oconee Joe, preview Jason Thrasher’s photography series and enjoy food, music and a silent auction. 7–8:30 p.m. www.oconeeriverlandtrust.org
Line Dance Lessons
Boutier Winery & Inn 4506 Hudson River Church Road, Danielsville, GA, United StatesLearn how to line dance with Amy. 7–9 p.m. $5. www.boutierwinery.com
Brad Upton
Rialto Club 500 College Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThe comedy veteran is best known for his stand-up special produced by Dry Bar Comedy. 7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $42.77 & up. www.facebook.com/AubreyEntertainmentAthensGA
Excavating Ancient Burial Sites
Phi Kappa Hall Phi Kappa Hall, Athens, United StatesThe Phi Kappa Literary Society is hosting a debate on whether or excavating ancient burial sites is unethical. 7 p.m. FREE! www.phikappauga.org
UGA Hockey vs. University of Alabama
Akins Ford Arena 300 N Thomas St., Athens, United StatesCheer on the home team in this hockey match. 7 p.m. $14–35. www.classiccenter.com
The Revolutionists
Morton Theatre 195 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesUGA Theatre presents a darkly comedic play set during the French Revolution, bringing together four unlikely heroines. Sept. 25–26, 30 and Oct. 1–2, 8 p.m. Sept. 28 & Oct. 5, 2 p.m. $18. www.ugatheatre.com
Fantastic Friday
Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesAn instructor supervises while a parent/caregiver leads their little ones through obstacle courses. Ages 1–4 years. Register online. 10–11:30 a.m. $7.50 (ACC residents), $11.25 (non-ACC residents). www.accgovga.myrec.com
Homeschool Day
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn about women in the arts with Art Cart activities, watching a demonstration and creating art. 10 a.m. FREE! [email protected]
FOL Athens-Clarke County Fall Book Sale
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse books, children’s books, CDs, DVDs and audiobooks. Wednesday is Preview Night (for members only; $10/individual, $25/family) and Saturday is $10/Bag Day. Sept. 24–27. www.friendsofacclibrary.org
Morning Makers
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesJoin Ms. Hali to make themed crafts. Ages 4–7. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Sustained Excellence
UGA Special Collections Library 300 S Hull St, Athens, GA, United StatesTake a curator-led tour of the UGA swim and dive exhibition. 3 p.m. libs.uga.edu
Opening Reception
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens 780 Timothy Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesThe second annual Invitational Art Exhibit features “The Bounty of the Land.” 5–7 p.m. FREE! www.uuathensga.org
Opening Reception
OCAF 34 School St., Watkinsville, GA, United States“Forging Connections: Metal Art Inspired by the Marine Carbon Cycle” by Barbara Mann and “Teaching Through Creation: Works by Local Art Educators” will be on view. 5–7 p.m. FREE! www.ocaf.com
Sunset Salutations
Dudley Park 100 Dudley Park Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesThis outdoor session blends gentle flows, mindful breathwork and deep stretching to help relieve the stress. 6:30 p.m. $5 (ACC resident), $7 (non-resident). www.accgov.com/myrec
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
Paint & Sip
Winterville Cultural Center 371 N Church St, Winterville, GA, United StatesGuided step-by-step instructions to paint a work inspired by Van Gogh. Supplies included. 7 p.m. $35. www.wintervillecenter.com
Kong’s Night Out
The Elbert Theatre 100 S. Oliver St., Elbert, GA, United StatesComedy production about what happened in the hotel room next to the one where Ann was taken by King Kong. Sept. 19–20 & 26–27, 7 p.m. Sept. 21 & 28, 2 p.m. $12 (adv.), $17. [email protected]
UGA Hockey vs. University of Alabama
Akins Ford Arena 300 N Thomas St., Athens, United StatesCheer on the home team in this hockey match. 7 p.m. $14–35. www.classiccenter.com
Classic City Wrestling
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesA night of high flying, power slamming independent wrestling, with a side of rock and roll by The Dictatortots. 7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $20–30. www.40watt.com
Into the Woods
Oconee County Civic Center 2661 Hog Mountain Rd., Watkinsville, GA, United StatesPerformance of the popular Broadway musical weaving together enchanted fairy tales. Sept. 26–27 & Oct. 3–4, 7:30 p.m. Sept. 27 & Oct. 4, 2 p.m. Sept. 28 & Oct. 5, 3 p.m. $22. www.collectiveartistsworkshop.org
The Revolutionists
Morton Theatre 195 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesUGA Theatre presents a darkly comedic play set during the French Revolution, bringing together four unlikely heroines. Sept. 25–26, 30 and Oct. 1–2, 8 p.m. Sept. 28 & Oct. 5, 2 p.m. $18. www.ugatheatre.com
Athens Showgirl Cabaret Fabulous Fridays
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesEnjoy an R-rated “A Night on the John” comedy 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
Adult Trips
Howard Park & Community Center 291 Henderson Ext., AthensLeisure Services offers roundtrip travel to the Duluth Fall Festival. 8 a.m.–3:30 p.m. $15 (ACC resident), $22.50 (non-resident). www.accgov.com/myrec
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
Morning Paddle
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesEnjoy a ranger-led paddle on the river. Registration required. 9:15 a.m. $15/person, $5 parking pass/vehicle.. www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
Pollinator Bioblitz Hike
Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin a hike around the nature center to search for pollinators and host plants. Registration required. 10 a.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/myrec
Bring Back Your Backyard
Ben Burton Park 615 Mitchell Bridge Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn about invasive plant species and techniques on how to remove them. Wear closed toed shoes and cloths for yard work. 10 a.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/myrec
FOL Athens-Clarke County Fall Book Sale
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse books, children’s books, CDs, DVDs and audiobooks. Wednesday is Preview Night (for members only; $10/individual, $25/family) and Saturday is $10/Bag Day. Sept. 24–27. www.friendsofacclibrary.org
Build-a-Kit
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesMake your own outdoor kit with all supplies provided. Registration required. 11:15 a.m. $5/person, $5 parking pass/vehicle. www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
Ayurvedic Self-Care Workshop
Revolution Therapy and Yoga 675 Pulaski St., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn grounding and empowering routines for perimenopause. 12 p.m. $60. www.revolutiontherapyandyoga.com
Tree ID Hike
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesLearn about local plant life on a guided walk. 12:45 p.m. $5/person, $5 parking pass/vehicle. www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
Board Games
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesEnjoy a variety of board games and card games with friends. 2–4 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Bettis Bunch Family Fundraising
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThere will be special mugs for sale, food and drink, raffles and tailgating in benefit of helping firefighter Robert Bettis through a serious health issue. 2 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
Into the Woods
Oconee County Civic Center 2661 Hog Mountain Rd., Watkinsville, GA, United StatesPerformance of the popular Broadway musical weaving together enchanted fairy tales. Sept. 26–27 & Oct. 3–4, 7:30 p.m. Sept. 27 & Oct. 4, 2 p.m. Sept. 28 & Oct. 5, 3 p.m. $22. www.collectiveartistsworkshop.org
Chess Tournament
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesInformal play led by instructor Bryce Dejno open to all skill levels and ages. 4 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Kong’s Night Out
The Elbert Theatre 100 S. Oliver St., Elbert, GA, United StatesComedy production about what happened in the hotel room next to the one where Ann was taken by King Kong. Sept. 19–20 & 26–27, 7 p.m. Sept. 21 & 28, 2 p.m. $12 (adv.), $17. [email protected]
UGA vs Alabama
Sanford Stadium 100 Sanford Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesCheer on the Georgia Bulldogs football team as they face the Crimson Tide. 7:30 p.m. www.georgiadogs.com
Morning Paddle
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesEnjoy a ranger-led paddle on the river. Registration required. 9:15 a.m. $15/person, $5 parking pass/vehicle.. www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
Tiny Picasso
Heard Park & Community Center 400 McKinley Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesPlay a game and explore your artistic side, this month making painted pumpkins. Registration required. Ages 1.5–4. 10 a.m. $4 (ACC residents), $6 (non-residents). www.accgovga.myrec.com
