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
Secret Comedy Show
Onward Reserve 146 East Clayton Street, Athens, GA, United StatesFrom standup to improv and alternative comedy, every week will feature something unique. Thursdays, 8 p.m. $5–7. www.athenscomedy.ticketleap.com
Fantastic Friday
Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesAn instructor supervises while a parent/caregiver leads their little ones through amazing obstacle courses. Ages 1–4 years. Register online. 10–11:30 a.m. $7.50 (ACC residents), $12.25 (non-ACC residents). www.accgov.com/148/Leisure-Services
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
“Legacy: Vince Dooley, 1932-2022”
UGA Special Collections Library 300 S Hull St, Athens, GA, United StatesEach home football game weekend, fans can take a free tour of the exhibition “Legacy: Vince Dooley” displaying original artifacts and rarely seen photos of the late UGA head coach. 3 p.m. FREE! [email protected]
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
Charity Crochet
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesCome help make wash/dishcloths for the Athens Area Homeless Shelter’s “going home” kits. 6:30 p.m. Ages 18 & up. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
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
Actor’s Worst Nightmare
work.shop 160 Winston Dr. #9, Athens, GA, United StatesA team of two actors and one improviser must create a script with a hitch: the only lines the actors are allowed to say are recited from two separate plays, in order. $10. 8-9:30 p.m. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
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
Athens Water Festival
Sandy Creek Park 400 Bob Holman Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesThe theme for this year’s festival is Elemental, Disney and Pixar’s new movie about fire, water, air and earth. Attendees can expect water trucks, a magic show, bubble art, games and more. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. $2 (park entry). www.accgov.com/1239/athens-water-festival
Open Gallery
Southern Star Studio 180 Cleveland Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse the studio’s collection of local artist-made pots for sale. 10 a.m.–4 p.m. FREE! www.southernstarstudioathens.com
Grandparents’ Day Brunch
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesBring your family or special friend to enjoy a light breakfast and fun activities. Registration required. 11 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Conversations with Friends
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesMs. Donna hosts a family-friendly ESL class with a focus on activities, games and fun. Snacks provided. All ages. 11 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
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
Watch Party: UGA vs. Ball State
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesGrab a beer and cheer on the Georgia Bulldogs against the Ball State Cardinals with food on the patio. 11 a.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Watch Party: UGA vs Ball State
Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, GeorgiaCheer on the Georgia Bulldogs against the Ball State Cardinals with a food truck and music by djbobfish. 11 a.m.–10 p.m. FREE! www.creaturecomfortsbeer.com
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
Georgia vs. Ball State
Sanford Stadium 100 Sanford Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesCheer on the Georgia Bulldogs football team as they face the Ball State Cardinals. 12 p.m. www.georgiadogs.com
Mama Speed Dating
reBlossom Mama & Baby Shop 625 Barber St., Athens, GA, United StatesGather together with other mothers to create new friendships and enjoy conversation. Registration required. 12:30–1:45 p.m. FREE! www.reblossomathens.com
Anime Club
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesWatch anime, create art, try Japanese snacks and make new friends. All ages. 2–3:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Groovy Nights
VFW Post 2872 835 Sunset Dr, AthensDust off the disco ball, grab a dancing partner and enjoy tunes from the ’70s and ’80s as well as an epic lipsync battle. Proceeds benefit Project Safe. 8 p.m. $35–55. www.project-safe.org
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
Metal + Petal Annual Warehouse Sale
Metal + Petal 1068 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe local interior design studio offers furniture, pillows and unique home decor. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. FREE! www.metalandpetal.com
Pointed Dip Pen Calligraphy
K.A. Artist Shop 127 N. Jackson St., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn to use traditional writing tools to create purposeful strokes and beautiful letterforms in a calm and nurturing environment. Registration required. 1–3 p.m. $55. www.kaartist.com
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
History Lecture Series
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesUGA PhD student Maya Brooks will present on “From Slavery to the Stars: Examining the Lives and Legacies of Harriet Jacobs and Katharine Johnson.” FREE! 2 p.m. www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Neurofabulous Caretaker Meetup
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin other caregivers of neurodiverse children to make connections and provide support. All ages. 2:30–3:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
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
Infant Storytime
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy stories, songs, nursery rhymes, bouncing and cuddling. Ages 0–2 years. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
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
Beginner Guitar Club
Lay Park 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GALearn the basic fundamentals of the guitar. Registration required. Every Monday. Ages 8-11, 5:30-6:20 p.m. Ages 12-17, 6:30-7:20 p.m. FREE! www.accgovga.myrec.com
Athens Reads Together Storytime
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin Miss Rebecca for stories and songs with special guests the UGA Gymdogs gymnastics team. All ages. 6–6:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Vietnamese Class Monday
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesInstructor Martine Thy Nguyen teaches the basics of Vietnamese to adult learners of all levels. 6 p.m. 18 & up. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Charity Crochet
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesCome help make wash/dishcloths for the Athens Area Homeless Shelter’s “going home” kits. 6:30 p.m. Ages 18 & up. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Meditation Monday
Sisters of the Moon 297 Prince Ave, Suite 17, Athens, United StatesJoin others for a collective tarot reading followed by a guided meditation, breath work, journal prompts and more. All ages. 7–8:30 p.m. FREE! www.shopsotm.com
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
Blood Everywhere
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesA successful actor named Michael has a dark past that may be coming back to haunt him as people around him begin dying in Riccardo Freda’s Murder Obsession. 7–9 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/bloodeverywhere.athens
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
