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
Clarke County Sheriff’s Office Haunted House
Clarke County Sheriff's Office Training Center 2900 County Farm Road, Athens, GAThe CCSO and Sheriff John Q. Williams host a local haunted house. Ages 10 & up. Oct. 26 & 30, 5–8 p.m. FREE! (canned food donation). www.facebook.com/clarkecosheriff
ACCPD Haunted House
ACC Police Department 3035 Lexington Rd, Athens, United StatesThis haunted house features hours for children, then a scarier general public haunt. Oct. 28, 8 a.m.–12 p.m. (Ages 10 & under) & 2–9 p.m. (general public). Oct. 29, 1–5 p.m. (Ages 10 & under) & 6–9 p.m. (general public). Oct. 30, 5–10 p.m. (general public). FREE! (canned food donation). www.accgov.com
CatVideoFest
Ciné Athens, GA, United StatesScreening of the compilation reel of the latest and best cat videos. Oct. 27, 5:30 p.m. Oct. 28, 3:30 p.m. Oct. 29, 2 p.m. Oct. 30 & Nov. 1, 5:15 p.m. $7–9.75. www.athenscine.com
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
Teen Book Club
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesDiscuss this month’s book. Bring your own copy or check one out at the front desk. Grades 6–12. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Linnentown the Musical Dramatic Reading
The Classic Center 300 N. Thomas St., Athens, GA, United StatesThis dramatic reading is of the script for the musical based on Hattie Thomas Whitehead’s book Giving Voice to Linnentown. RSVP required. 6 p.m. FREE! www.classiccenter.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
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
Bad Movie Night
Ciné Athens, GA, United StatesLured by a disturbing distress signal, a HAM radio operator is drawn to an abandoned house haunted by a little girl and her creepy clown doll in the schlocky Italian horror classic Ghosthouse. 8 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/BadMovieNight
Library Trick-or-Treat
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesWear a costume and visit every desk to get all of the treats. All ages. 9 a.m.–9 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Pre-School Spooky 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 1:30 p.m; Wednesdays at 6 p.m. www.athenspetanque.org
Baby’s First Halloween
reBlossom Mama & Baby Shop 625 Barber St., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy music, costumes and Halloween fun. 10 a.m.–12 p.m. www.reblossomathens.com
Boo Y’all Halloween Celebration
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesEnjoy Halloween crafts and games all day long. 12:30–7:30 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
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
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
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
Sewing Circle
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesBring your own sewing and crafting projects for dedicated time to work and discuss. First Wednesdays, 11 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Sewing Circle
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesBring your own sewing and crafting projects for dedicated time to work and discuss. First Wednesdays, 11 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Curator Talk
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesKathryn Hill, curatorial assistant in contemporary art, will give a gallery talk about “Nancy Baker Cahill: Through Lines.” 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
CatVideoFest
Ciné Athens, GA, United StatesScreening of the compilation reel of the latest and best cat videos. Oct. 27, 5:30 p.m. Oct. 28, 3:30 p.m. Oct. 29, 2 p.m. Oct. 30 & Nov. 1, 5:15 p.m. $7–9.75. www.athenscine.com
Classic City Pétanque Club
Lay Park 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GANew players welcome. Scheduled days are Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays at 1:30 p.m; Wednesdays at 6 p.m. www.athenspetanque.org
Milonga Tropical Fall 2023
Rialto Club 500 College Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThe event features tango lessons, live dance performances by various groups and an open floor for social dancing. 6:30–9:30 p.m. FREE! franklin.uga.edu
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
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 Paris is Burning by Jennie Livington. 7 p.m. FREE! www.athica.org/updates/lavenderlens
Blood Everywhere
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesScreening of the 1972 thriller/mystery film The Crimes of the Black Cat. 7 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/bloodeverywhere.athens
Word of Mouth
The Globe 199 N Lumpkin St, AthensAthens’ longest-running spoken word open mic, with this month’s featured reader being Amanda Dzimianski. 7–9 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/athenswordofmouth
Music Bingo
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesWin prizes at this music bingo night with host Mari. 7–9:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Classic City Pétanque Club
Lay Park 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GANew players welcome. Scheduled days are Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays at 1:30 p.m; Wednesdays at 6 p.m. www.athenspetanque.org
Classic City Pétanque Club
Lay Park 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GANew players welcome. Scheduled days are Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays at 1:30 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]
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
Paws Unchained Fundraiser
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesGet holiday pet portraits taken by Courtney Bryson, along with a percentage night to benefit Paws Unchained. 4–9 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
Willson Center Distinguished Lecturer
265 Park Hall 200 Baldwin Street, Athens, GA, United StatesDr. Shringarpure, author of Publishing at a Crossroads: Notes on the “D” word, will provide commentary on contemporary publishing culture. 4:30–6 p.m. FREE! english.uga.edu
Opening Reception
Hawthorne House 1075 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesDuring this evening cocktail soirée, Margie Spalding’s artwork will be on display celebrating the gallery’s 20th anniversary. 5–8 p.m. FREE! www.hawthornehouseinc.com
Teen Dungeons & Dragons
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesVolunteer-led gaming session for teens of all skill levels. Grades 6–12. 6–7 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Georgia Writers Hall of Fame
Richard B. Russell Special Collections Library 300 S. Hull St., Athens, GA, United StatesPart of the University’s Signature Lecture series, poet Percival Everett will read from his work and participate in an audience Q&A with a reception to follow. RSVP by email. 6 p.m. FREE! [email protected]
