Henry Rollins
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesPunk rock icon, author, actor and DJ Henry Rollins will be performing spoken word. 7 p.m. (doors). $35. www.40watt.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; Wednesdays at 6 p.m. www.athenspetanque.org
Nia Classes
RxGym 195 Miles Street Athens, Athens, GA, United StatesMindful movement for body and soul, adaptable for all ages and fitness levels. Mondays and Thursdays, 10 a.m. $15–20. [email protected]
Planet Earth Rocks and Crystals Warehouse Sale
Planet Earth Rocks and Crystals 135 Mill Center Blvd., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse over 6,000 square feet of crystals and rock specimens. Oct. 12–13, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Oct. 14, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/planetearthrocksandcrystals
Creative Aging Seated Yoga
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesThis class will include restorative stretching, deep breathing and mindfulness. All levels welcome. RSVP by email. 10:30 a.m. FREE! [email protected]
Gallery Talk: “Modernist Women Poets in the South”
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesSarah Harrell will give a talk on poetry that developed synchronously with visual art in the South. 2 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
Diamond Hill Farm Stand
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesVegetables and fresh flowers are available on hand and pre-ordered. Every Thursday, 4–6 p.m. www.diamondhillfarmathens.com
Native Plant Sale
State Botanical Garden of Georgia 2450 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse plants for sale, and experts will answer questions about incorporating native plants into every space. Oct. 5–6 & 12–13, 4–6 p.m. Oct. 7 & 14, 9 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! botgarden.uga.edu
Opening Reception
Lamar Dodd School of Art 270 River Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesLamar Dodd School of Art presents three graduate student curated exhibits “In-between,” “Insect Politics” and “a body of hours.” 5–7 p.m. FREE! art.uga.edu
Lines and Wines
Tapped Athens Wine Market 297 Prince Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn to use various calligraphy tools and methods while enjoying a selection of wines on tap. Registration required. Every second Thursday, 6–7:30 p.m. $25 (workshop only). www.kaartist.com
Thursday Trivia
Johnny's New York Style Pizza 1040 Gaines School Rd Suite 219, Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Jon Head. 6:30 p.m. www.johnnyspizza.com
To Kill A Mockingbird
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesThis week’s film is part of a series presented in conjunction with the exhibition “Southern/Modern.” Registration required. 7 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
Athens Community Chorus
Rabbit Hole Studios 1001 Winterville Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesCommunity chorus dedicated to providing space for community-led singing. Second and fourth Thursdays, 7 p.m. FREE! ringunn6.wixsite.com/athcommunitychorus
Bad Dog Trivia
The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Thursdays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
Horror Movie Themed Trivia
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your horror movie trivia knowledge with host Erin. 7 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Open Improv Jam
work.shop 160 Winston Dr. #9, Athens, GA, United StatesAn improv comedy practice open to the community. 8–9:30 p.m. Donations encouraged. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
The Rocky Horror Picture Show
The Classic Center 300 N. Thomas St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe cult classic is celebrating its 48th anniversary with a performance, costume contest, memorabilia display and more. 8 p.m. $28.50–57.50. www.classiccenter.com
Comedy In the Cellar
Onward Reserve 146 East Clayton Street, Athens, GA, United StatesAthens Comedy presents a monthly show with a variety of comedians; this night features both standup and improv. 8–10:30 p.m. $5–15. www.facebook.com/athenscomedy
Planet Earth Rocks and Crystals Warehouse Sale
Planet Earth Rocks and Crystals 135 Mill Center Blvd., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse over 6,000 square feet of crystals and rock specimens. Oct. 12–13, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Oct. 14, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/planetearthrocksandcrystals
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. Every Friday, 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Death & Mourning in the Willington Presbyterian Churchyard
Online: Historic Athens Welcome CenterOnline presentation of early 19th century death and mourning customs via Facebook and Instagram. 1 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/athenswelcomecenter
Native Plant Sale
State Botanical Garden of Georgia 2450 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse plants for sale, and experts will answer questions about incorporating native plants into every space. Oct. 5–6 & 12–13, 4–6 p.m. Oct. 7 & 14, 9 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! botgarden.uga.edu
Friday Frights Film
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesDrop in to view this week’s horror film The Mummy (1932) and enjoy free popcorn. Ages 14 & up. Fridays, 4:30–6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Porchfest 2023 Kick-Off
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesPick up your pre-ordered Porchfest merch, celebrate the book release of Tomorrow and Tomorrow, play Athens history trivia and grab food from Homy’s Kitchen. 5–9:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Celebrate Recovery Free Dinner
Living Hope Church 2150 Lexington Rd., Athens, United StatesChrist-centered 12-step program to help anyone with heart hurt, hang-up or habit. Free childcare, and bus route accessible. 5:30 p.m. (dinner), 6:30 p.m. (large group). FREE! 706-207-2396
Scary Oozy Slimy Day
Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn about animals and other nature finds through games, activities and live animal encounters. All ages. Registration required. 6–8 p.m. $3 (ACC residents), $5 (non-residents). www.accgovga.myrec.com
Sake to Me Sushi
Athens Cooks 100 Prince Ave. Suite #103, Athens, GA, United StatesChef Hunter will guide participants through the process of making a variety of sushi rolls. 6 p.m. $100. www.athenscooks.com
Candyman (2021)
Morton Theatre 195 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesScreening of the sequel to the 1992 horror film, returning the viewer to where the urban legend began. Concessions available. 7 p.m. FREE! www.mortontheatre.com
Zombie Farms
Zombie Farms 568 Smithonia Rd, Winterville, GA, United StatesHaunted 3/4 mile trail through dark and spooky woods filled with scary monsters and creepy characters. 7:30 p.m. $33–40. www.zombiefarms.com
Don’t Lie To Me!
Work.Shop 160 Winston Dr #9, Athens, GA, United StatesComedians will tell grand tales then compete to judge whose stories are fact or fiction. 8 p.m. $10. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
Shocktoberfest
Southern Brewing Co. 231 Collins Industrial Blvd., Athens, GA, United StatesThe Ciné Drive-In presents a month of horror favorites on the big screen, featuring Friday the 13th this night. 8 p.m. (gates), 9 p.m. (film). $10. www.athenscine.com/shocktoberfest-2023
Athens Farmers Market
Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesMarkets offer locally grown groceries and handmade goods. Attendees can enjoy free live music and children’s activities. AFM doubles SNAP dollars spent at the market. Every Saturday, 8 a.m.–12 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net
10th Annual Athens Vulture Festival
ACC Landfill Outdoor Classroom 5700 Lexington Rd., Winterville, GA, United StatesThe festival is a celebration of “nature’s clean-up crew.” Learn about the importance of vultures and the role of ACC’s landfill property. 8 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/vulture
Native Plant Sale Pop-Up
Choco Pronto Coffee 700 Baxter St., Athens, United StatesRoyal Landscape & Gardens will be showcasing and selling native Georgia plants. 8 a.m.–3 p.m. www.royallandscapedesign.com
Native Plant Sale
State Botanical Garden of Georgia 2450 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse plants for sale, and experts will answer questions about incorporating native plants into every space. Oct. 5–6 & 12–13, 4–6 p.m. Oct. 7 & 14, 9 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! botgarden.uga.edu
Family Day: Spooky Shadows
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesGet in the spirit with gallery games and creating your own Halloween-inspired art. 10 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
2nd Annual Chessathon
College Avenue Athens, GAChess and Community, Inc. hosts a day of chess for all skill levels plus refreshments and the chance to win a variety of prizes. 10 a.m.–1 p.m. FREE! www.chessandcommunity.org
Steam Roller Printmaking Workshop
Lyndon House Arts Center 211 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesWork on a relief image to print by carving blocks that will be later inked on paper and fabric at a public event Oct. 28. Registration required. 10 a.m.–4 p.m. www.accgov.com/myrec
Planet Earth Rocks and Crystals Warehouse Sale
Planet Earth Rocks and Crystals 135 Mill Center Blvd., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse over 6,000 square feet of crystals and rock specimens. Oct. 12–13, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Oct. 14, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/planetearthrocksandcrystals
West Broad Farmers Market
West Broad Farmers Market 1573 W. Broad St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe market offers fresh produce, locally raised meat and eggs, baked goods, flowers, artisan goods and more. Online ordering is available Sundays–Thursdays for drive-thru pick up. Saturdays, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. www.wbfm.locallygrown.net
Resource Fair
Lay Park Community Center 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe Backpack Project of Athens hosts different local service providers, government departments and student organizations to provide community services and resources. 11 a.m.–3 p.m. FREE! www.athens.thebackpackproject.ngo
Really, Really Free Market
Reese and Pope ParkJust 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
Family Saturdays: Art Workshop
Lyndon House Arts Center 211 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesA drop-in family-oriented series of projects inspired by current art exhibitions. This week is animal mask making with Will Eskridge. 12–2 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com
Real Friends Art Market
Buvez 585 Barber Street Suite A, Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse local, hand-made knitted apparel, functional ceramics, illustrated pieces and more. 12–3 p.m. www.instagram.com/abc_clay
Tween Builder’s Stem Club
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesDrop in and build your own creations with STEM toys like Brain Flakes, Bristle Blocks, K’nex Physics and more. Ages 8–12. 1–3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.com/oconee
Kids’ Anime Club
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesWatch anime, create art, try Japanese snacks and make new friends. All ages. 2 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Athens Pagan Pride
Downtown Athens AthensCelebrate activism and community with performances, classes, workshops and vendors. 2–10 p.m. FREE! www.athensareapagans.org/appd
Toast To The Coast
Odum School of Ecology Auditorium 140 E. Green St, Athens, GA, United StatesCelebrate those working to protect and conserve native species with oysters, cocktails, shell recycling and a DJ set by Lil Swint. 3–6 p.m. $50–100. www.ecology.uga.edu
