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 Midsommar this night. 8 p.m. (gates), 9 p.m. (film). $10. www.athenscine.com/shocktoberfest-2023
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
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]
AARP Tax-Aide Volunteer Information
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn what is involved to volunteer and provide free tax preparation for the community. 10 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.aarpfoundation.org/taxaide
Open Playtime
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesDrop in to make new friends and play with age-appropriate toys. All ages. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
White Cane Celebration
ACC City Hall 301 College Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesA community event recognizing and honoring the many achievements of blind and visually impaired Americans, followed by a group walk. 11 a.m.–1 p.m. FREE! www.multiplechoices.us
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
Classic City Rotary
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThe local chapter meets weekly. Mondays, 11:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Pen Pals Writing Group
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesParticipants can share their work and get feedback and edits from other writers. 4 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
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
Upcycling Workshop
The Winterville Center for Community & Culture 371 N. Church St, Athens, GA, United StatesBring an article of clothing and Jamil of “Z as in” will help you create something new. 6–8 p.m. $10. www.wintervillecenter.com
Teen D&D Club
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesPlay a one-shot game suitable for all skill levels. Grades 6–12. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Third Monday Book Club
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesThis month the group is reading The Lincoln Highway by Amor Towles. New members welcome. 7 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Author Talk
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesBest-selling author Margaret Renkl will discuss her new memoir The Comfort of Crows: A Backyard Year and sign books. 7 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
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
“Why is Mona Lisa Smiling? The Re-Imagination of the Corporation”
UGA Fine Arts Building 255 Baldwin St., Athens, GA, United StatesA documentary screening followed by a panel discussion with the film’s director Joanna Durr. 7–9 p.m. FREE! www.calendar.uga.edu
Neil Hamburger
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesNeil Hamburger, the standup comedian and singer character portrayed by entertainer Gregg Turkington, will perform with Chris Crofton. 7 p.m. (doors). $25. www.40watt.com
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
Pre-School Storytime
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin Miss Keir for stories, songs, movement and more. Ages 3–5. 9:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.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
Historic Athens History Hour: Indigenizing Athens
Lyndon House Arts Center 211 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesDr. James Brooks will discuss the installation of four interpretive banners within the Welcome Center. 12–1 p.m. FREE! www.historicathens.com
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
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
Visiting Artist Lecture
Lamar Dodd School of Art 270 River Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesRahim Fortune is an artist, photographer and writer who will speak about his work. 5–6 p.m. FREE! art.uga.edu
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
Pumpkin Glass Painting
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesTurn a wine glass into a decorative candle votive. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
No Phone Party
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesDisconnect to connect with a phone-free, laptop-free happy hour. Every Tuesday, 6–9 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.com
Classic City Trivia
Akademia Brewing Co. 150 Crane Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Garrett Lennox. 7 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ClassicCityTriviaCo
Bad Dog Trivia
Amici Athens 233 E Clayton St, Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Tuesdays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
Athens Rock and Gem Club
Holy Cross Lutheran Church 800 West Lake Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesThe meeting begins with club business followed by an educational program, this month presenting on collecting in Colorado. 7:30 p.m. FREE! www.athensrockandgemclub.org
Open Toad Comedy Night
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesComedy performed by a mix of newcomers and local favorites from Athens and Atlanta. 9 p.m. (doors). $7. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
Pre-School Storytime
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin Miss Keir for stories, songs, movement and more. Ages 3–5. 9:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Busy Bee Toddler Time
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesJoin Ms. Donna for rhymes, songs, puppets and a story. 10 a.m. & 11 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Tour At Two
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesThese drop-in public tours feature highlights of the permanent collection. 2 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
LEGO & Builder’s Club
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesDrop in to use LEGOs and other building materials. All ages. 3:30–5:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Athens Farmers Market
Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, GeorgiaMarkets offer fresh produce, flowers, eggs, meats, prepared foods, art and crafts. Live music at 6 p.m. AFM doubles SNAP dollars. Every Wednesday, 5–8 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net
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
Spooky Crafts
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesMake jack-o’-lantern jars and paint haunted doll heads. Grades 6–12. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Club Ned Anime Society
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin club members to watch and discuss episodes of “Future Boy Conan,” “Crossing Time” and more. 6:30–8:30 p.m. FREE! www.animefandom.org
Athens Reparations Action
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn about Athens Reparations Action’s mission to promote recognition of the financial impact of urban renewal and other racist policies. 7–9 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Classic City Trivia
The Local 706 1676S Lumpkin St, Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Garrett Lennox. 7 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ClassicCityTriviaCo
Gorgeous George’s Improv League
Buvez 585 Barber Street Suite A, Athens, GA, United StatesTownie improv that invites you to bring suggestions to help create improv magic. Every Wednesday, 7 p.m. $5 suggested donation. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
Bad Dog Trivia
Amici at The Falls 8851 Macon Hwy Suite 501, Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Wednesdays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
Whiskies of the Anglosphere
J's Bottle Shop 1452 Prince Avenue, AthensExperience the rich and diverse flavors of whiskey from England, New Zealand and Australia by sampling. 7–9 p.m. $25. www.eventbrite.com/cc/whiskies-of-the-world-2578279
Lavender Lens Movie Night
ATHICA 675 Pulaski St., Athens, GA, United StatesThis series presents queer and diverse films in a safe space. This week’s screening is Go Fish by Rose Troche. 7 p.m. FREE! www.athica.org/updates/lavenderlens
Bloody Muscle Body Builder in Hell
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesScreening of the 1995 Japanese horror film. 7 p.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreandbar.com
