Athens Film Festival
Downtown Athens AthensThis second annual festival spans four days screening more than 100 films across five venues with expert-led workshops and networking events. Aug. 14, 5 p.m.–12 a.m. Aug. 15, 1 p.m.–12 a.m. Aug. 16, 10:30 a.m.–12 a.m. Aug. 17, 1–4 p.m. $10–90. www.athensfilm.com
Opening Reception
Foyer 135 Park Ave, Athens, GA, United StatesJack Jiggles’ exhibition “ONLY FANS” will be on display featuring restored vintage electric fans transformed into sculptures. 5–7 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/foyer_athens
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
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]
Sunset Kayak Paddle
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesEnjoy a ranger-led paddle on the river and view the sunset. Registration required. 7:30 p.m. $15. www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
A Midsummer Night’s Tease
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesDancefx Bombshells and Athens Spectacular present a drag and burlesque show. 7:30 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $10. www.40watt.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
2025 BouleYard
BoulevardThe annual neighborhood-wide yard sale supports the Boulevard Neighborhood Association with individual homes setting up yard sales. 8 a.m.–12 p.m. www.boulevardathens.com/bouleyard.html
Fall Foothills Hiking Trail Ultimate Hike
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesGuided 2.5-mile hike with information about the ultimate hike program and how it works to end childhood cancer. 9 a.m. $5 parking. www.ultimatehike.org
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
Public Tour
North Oconee Water Reclamation Facility 150 N. Oconee Access Rd., United StatesJoin a guided tour of the newly updated facility, and discover how technology and sustainable practices are transforming water reclamation. Registration required. 10 a.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/activities
Open House
The Studio Athens 160 Tracy St. Unit 8, Athens, GA, United StatesLearn more about the studio’s dance and theater programs for children and dance and fitness classes for adults. 10 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.thestudioath.com
Athens Film Festival
Downtown Athens AthensThis second annual festival spans four days screening more than 100 films across five venues with expert-led workshops and networking events. Aug. 14, 5 p.m.–12 a.m. Aug. 15, 1 p.m.–12 a.m. Aug. 16, 10:30 a.m.–12 a.m. Aug. 17, 1–4 p.m. $10–90. www.athensfilm.com
Abnormal Bazaar
Indie South 470 Hawthorne Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThis market features vendors selling soaps, jewelry, vintage, vinyl and more. Third Saturdays, 11 a.m.–3 p.m. www.theindiesouth.com
5 Year Anniversary
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesCelebrate the brewery’s 5th anniversary with a guided spirits tastings, live music, dance party and more. 12–11 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
Interactive Story Lab
Flying Squid Comedy 150 Fritz Mar Lane, Athens, GA, United StatesWatch or join on the stage local theater artists as they explore and experiment with new interactive techniques and story ideas. Third Saturdays, 2 p.m. $5 suggested donation. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
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 cookout and grilled foods. 2–5 p.m. [email protected]
Minecraft Movie Day
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesScreening of the PG-rated movie. 3:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Atheist Society of Athens
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesNon-prophet discussions with friends and neighbors. 4 p.m. FREE! www.atheistsocietyathens.org
Postpartum Storytelling Project
ATHICA 675 Pulaski St., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn about the zine project collecting postpartum stories from the community, hear stories from participants and discuss ways to strengthen community care for new parents. 4 p.m. FREE! www.athensparentwellbeing.org
Sip & Smash
The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesSmash bottles and unleash your creativity to make resin art. Registration required. 5 p.m. $55. www.hotelabacusathens.com
AFMDS Contra Dance
Memorial Park Administration Building 293 Gran Ellen Drive, Athens, United StatesThis community dance features caller Corinne Wilkinson and live music by Fiddlebone. No partner required. 6:30 p.m. (intro session), 7–10 p.m. (dance). $12 (adults), $10 (students w/ ID), 17 & under FREE! www.athensfolk.org
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]
Mavens Dance Party
work.shop 160 Winston Dr. #9, Athens, GA, United StatesA ladies-only dance party for the 35+ crowd to dance and socialize outside the club environment. Percentage of proceeds benefitting Project Safe. 7–11 p.m. $10. www.theindiesouth.com/pages/events
Clay Horowitz
Flying Squid Comedy 150 Fritz Mar Lane, Athens, GA, United StatesAn evening of stand up comedy with the world tour headliner and local support. 8 p.m. $10. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
Movies by Moonlight
Dudley Park 100 Dudley Park Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesScreening of Fantastic Mr. Fox. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets. 8:30 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.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
Classic City vs. Fayetteville Roller Derby
Fun Galaxy Athens 3030 Cherokee Rd, Athens, GA, United StatesThe Classic City Rollergirls take on Fayetteville’s team. 10:30 a.m. (doors). $15. www.classiccityrollergirls.com
Athens Film Festival
Downtown Athens AthensThis second annual festival spans four days screening more than 100 films across five venues with expert-led workshops and networking events. Aug. 14, 5 p.m.–12 a.m. Aug. 15, 1 p.m.–12 a.m. Aug. 16, 10:30 a.m.–12 a.m. Aug. 17, 1–4 p.m. $10–90. www.athensfilm.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]
Artist Reception
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesWorks by local artist Tara Tanner will be on display with music by Dave Forker of Custom Concern. 2:30–5 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Sunday Afternoon Tour
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesThis drop-in public tour features highlights of the permanent collection. 3 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
SIM Race Sunday
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesDrive for fun or compete for fastest lap on the Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps in a GT3 car. Registration required. 3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Artist Panel Discussion
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesArtists whose work is featured in the “Women of Courage” exhibition discuss what courage looks like. 4 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
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
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
Teen D&D Club
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesJoin a one-shot game open to all skill levels, including Dungeon Masters, with a prize drawing at the end of the evening. Grades 6–12. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Third Monday Book Club
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesDiscuss books chosen by the group. New members welcome. 7 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Shih Tzu Not Trivia
Fully Loaded Pizza Kitchen (Normaltown) 1298 Prince Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your general trivia knowledge. Mondays, 7 p.m. www.instagram.com/shihtzunottrivia
Trivia with Marissa
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Marissa. 8 p.m. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
