Author Talk
Online: Avid Bookshop Athens, GA, United StatesScott Creney and Brigette Adair Herron will discuss their book The Story of the B-52s: Neon Side of Town. Register for link. 7 p.m. FREE! www.avidbookshop.com
Rock ‘n Roll Trivia
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host The Music Man. 7 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Last Summer at Bluefish Cove
Town & Gown Players 115 Grady Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesWritten in 1980, this play looks at the diversity of lesbian lives when a group of women on vacation encounter a woman fleeing her marriage. Aug. 11–12 & 17–19, 8 p.m. Aug. 13 & 20, 2 p.m. $12–20. www.townandgownplayers.org
Open Studio
ATHICA 675 Pulaski St., Athens, GA, United StatesArtist-in-ATHICA Mickey Oscar Boyd will hold open studio hours while working on a new installation. 10 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.athica.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. Every Friday, 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Help I Yarned
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesLearn new patterns and techniques for knitting and crochet. 1–2 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Beer Release Party and Athens Authors Market
Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, GeorgiaCelebrate the release of the new beer Tsundoku, browse the local author market and Books for Keeps Bookmobile with a book drive kick-off. 3–8 p.m. FREE! www.creaturecomfortsbeer.com
Friday Night Initiative
Online: Tyche's GamesLearn how to play a RPG game with others on Discord. New players welcome. 7 p.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com
Improv Deathmatch
Work.Shop 160 Winston Dr #9, Athens, GA, United StatesTwo improv teams must out-wit, out-commit and out-stupid each other through challenges to survive and win the rubber chicken. 8–9:30 p.m. $10. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
Last Summer at Bluefish Cove
Town & Gown Players 115 Grady Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesWritten in 1980, this play looks at the diversity of lesbian lives when a group of women on vacation encounter a woman fleeing her marriage. Aug. 11–12 & 17–19, 8 p.m. Aug. 13 & 20, 2 p.m. $12–20. www.townandgownplayers.org
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
Friends of the Garden Flea Market
State Botanical Garden of Georgia 2450 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse books, toys, antiques, collectibles, household goods, small kitchen items, jewelry, accessories, purses, tools and more in benefit of the State Botanical Garden of Georgia. 8 a.m.–1 p.m. botgarden.uga.edu
Introduction to Sustainable Trails Workshop
Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn all the basics of safe tool usage and trail construction in this hands-on session. Registration required. Ages 13 & up. 9 a.m. FREE! www.accgovga.myrec.com
Family Day: Power Couple Pierre and Louise
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesExplore the galleries and play Art Cart games, then make friendship inspired art. 10 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
Open Studios Coffee Meet & Greet
Lyndon House Arts Center 211 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesMeet the Arts Center’s new Open Studio Monitor Noah Lagle, ask questions and meet artists in the community. 11 a.m.–1 p.m. FREE! [email protected]
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
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. FREE! www.theindiesouth.com
Pathfinder Society RPG
Tyche's Games 1056 S. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United StatesCome and adventure with the Pathfinder Society. 12 p.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com
The Greenhouse Effect
Urban Greenhouse 2137 West Broad St., Athens, GA, United StatesCelebrate the one-year anniversary of Urban Greenhouse with a full day of live music, vendors, giveaways and food. 12–9 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/urbangreenhouse706
Athens Lindy Night
The Studio Athens 160 Tracy St. Unit 8, Athens, GA, United StatesLearn the original swing dance Lindy Hop. No experience or partner required. Beginner lesson, 7–8 p.m. Social dancing, 8–10 p.m. $5–10. www.instagram.com/athensswingcentral
The Little Mermaid
Oconee Youth Playhouse 1050 Jamestown Blvd, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesBased on the classic story and Disney film, the cast is drawn from schools around the area. Aug. 11–13 & 19–20, 7:30 p.m. Aug. 13 & 20, 3 p.m. $15–20. www.oconeeyouthplayhouse.com
Last Summer at Bluefish Cove
Town & Gown Players 115 Grady Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesWritten in 1980, this play looks at the diversity of lesbian lives when a group of women on vacation encounter a woman fleeing her marriage. Aug. 11–12 & 17–19, 8 p.m. Aug. 13 & 20, 2 p.m. $12–20. www.townandgownplayers.org
Movies By Moonlight
Dudley Park 100 Dudley Park Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesMovies By Moonlight presents an outdoor movie showing of The Princess Bride. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets. 8:30 p.m. FREE! 706-613-3800
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
Athens YOGA Collective
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy a yoga class on the patio. First and third Sundays, 12 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Artist Talk
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens 780 Timothy Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesMeet artists Linda Gilbert and Hilda Kurtz, whose work is currently on display in the exhibition “Encounters,” as they share what creating does for their spirits. 12 p.m. FREE! www.uuathensga.org
Rabbit Hole Sunday Market
Rabbit Hole Studios 1001 Winterville Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesSmall businesses, artists, farmers, musicians and creative entrepreneurs will be showcased. A drumming and song circle will be held for the last three hours. Every Sunday, 1–5 p.m. FREE! www.rabbitholdstudios.org/markets
Classic City Pétanque Club
Lay Park Community Center 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesNew players welcome. Scheduled play days are Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays at 1:30 p.m. [email protected], www.athenspetanque.org
Last Summer at Bluefish Cove
Town & Gown Players 115 Grady Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesWritten in 1980, this play looks at the diversity of lesbian lives when a group of women on vacation encounter a woman fleeing her marriage. Aug. 11–12 & 17–19, 8 p.m. Aug. 13 & 20, 2 p.m. $12–20. www.townandgownplayers.org
Sunday Spotlight Tour
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesThis drop-in public tour features highlights of the permanent collection and is led by museum docents. 3–4 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
Hot Corner Audio Documentary Talk
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesProducers Alexander Stephens and Broderick Flanigan will discuss the six-part audio documentary highlighting what Black communities have built in the face of adversity. 3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
The Little Mermaid
Oconee Youth Playhouse 1050 Jamestown Blvd, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesBased on the classic story and Disney film, the cast is drawn from schools around the area. Aug. 11–13 & 19–20, 7:30 p.m. Aug. 13 & 20, 3 p.m. $15–20. www.oconeeyouthplayhouse.com
Bad Dog Trivia
Southern Brewing Co. 231 Collins Industrial Blvd., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Sundays, 4 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
Cuban Salsa
UGA Memorial Hall 101 Sanford Dr, Athens, GA, United StatesJoin UGA Salsa Club for lessons that meet a variety of dance abilities, including beginners. Sundays, 4–6 p.m. FREE! www.ugasalsaclub.com
Bad Dog Trivia
The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Sundays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
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 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Monday Marigold Market
100 North Church Street 100 North Church St., Winterville, GA, United StatesThe market features fresh produce, preserves, snacks and meat with a lunch special available (until 2 p.m.). 11 a.m.–6 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/marigoldmarketwinterville
Gentle Hatha Yoga
Athens Community Council on Aging 135 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesMcKenzie Raymond from Feel Free Yoga leads this class. All skill levels welcome. Mondays, 1–2 p.m. $5 (CAL members), $10 (non-members). [email protected]
Monday Trivia with Erin
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Erin. 7–9 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Classic City Trivia
Dooley's Bar and Grill 259 E Broad St, Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Garrett Lennox. 7 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ClassicCityTriviaCo
Written Wishes Foundation
MaiKai Kava Lounge 1035 Baxter St Suite A, Athens, GA, United StatesStorytellers are invited to this open mic featuring poetry, spoken word, stories and songs. Third Mondays, 7 p.m. (sign-ups). FREE! www.instagram.com/bulaatmaikai
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
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
Toddler Tuesday: Going Places
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy art and storytime together in the galleries, then complete an art activity. Ages 18 months to 3 years. RSVP by email. 10 a.m. FREE! [email protected]
Lunch and Learn New Games
Tyche's Games 1056 S. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United StatesCome down with your lunch and try out some new games. 12 p.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com
Classic City Pétanque Club
Lay Park Community Center 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesNew players welcome. Scheduled play days are Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays at 1:30 p.m. [email protected], www.athenspetanque.org
West Broad Farmers Market and Garden
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesVendors will be on site with fresh produce, local fare, rare plants, artisan goods and more. Tuesdays, 5–8 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Mystery Book Club
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesPenny Mills leads a conversation about getting organized and choosing books to read for the rest of the year. 5:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
