Tea with Tolkien

Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United States

Celebrate the 131st birthday of J.R.R. Tolkien with a presentation, trivia, reference materials and refreshments. 2–3:45 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart

Bog-Art Fest

Spaceball Bazaar 130 N. Church St., Bogart, GA

Spaceball Entertainment presents a celebration of weirdness and creative forces with an open gallery, record sale, potluck and live music. 5 p.m. $10. www.facebook.com/spaceballentertainment

Author Talk

Ciné Athens, GA, United States

Andrew Shearer will celebrate the release of his photo and interview book Everybodies with a panel made up of people who participated. 7:30–9:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenscine.com

Monday Trivia with Erin

Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United States

Test your trivia knowledge with host Erin. 7–9 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com

Popeye

Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States

Screening of the 1980 musical comedy film directed by Robert Altman. 7 p.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreandbar.com

Event Series ESOL

ESOL

Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United States

Learn or polish your English skills using Mango languages online and in-person conversation. 12:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart

Athens Fibercraft Guild

Lyndon House Arts Center 211 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United States

Artist Ann Flippen will talk about Quilts of Valor and discuss how others can join in the effort. 1:30 p.m. FREE! www.athensfiber.org

Event Series Monthly Book Swap

Monthly Book Swap

Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United States

Browse free books to take home or settle in to read in the front lounge. Donating books is encouraged but not required. Second Tuesdays, 5–10 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com

Music Bingo

Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United States

Win prizes at this “Best of 2023” themed music bingo night with host Mari. 7–9:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com

Open Toad Comedy Night

Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States

Comedy performed by a mix of newcomers and local favorites from Athens and Atlanta. 9 p.m. (doors). $7. www.flickertheatreandbar.com

Event Series Tour At Two

Tour At Two

Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United States

These drop-in public tours feature highlights of the permanent collection. 2 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org

Event Series Salsa Dancing

Salsa Dancing

Starland Lounge & Lanes 145 E. Clayton St., Athens, GA, United States

Join SALSAthens for Cuban salsa lessons that meet a variety of dance abilities, including beginners. Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. (advanced), 7:30 p.m. (beginner/intermediate). $10. [email protected]

Blood Everywhere

Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States

Screening of the 1972 murder mystery film Death Walks at Midnight. 7 p.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreandbar.com

OLLI Fest

Oconee County Civic Center 2661 Hog Mountain Rd., Watkinsville, GA, United States

Learn more about OLLI, the learning and social organization for adults 50+, with a drawing for free membership. 1–3 p.m. FREE! olli.uga.edu

Author Talk & Book Signing

Fire Station #2 265 Cleveland Rd., Athens, GA, United States

Author Emily Strasser will read from her memoir Half-Life of a Secret and sign books. 6 p.m. FREE! grady.uga.edu/mfa-writing

Thursday Trivia

Johnny's New York Style Pizza 1040 Gaines School Rd Suite 219, Athens, GA, United States

Test your trivia knowledge with host Jon Head. 6:30 p.m. www.johnnyspizza.com

Comedy In The Cellar

Onward Reserve 146 East Clayton Street, Athens, GA, United States

Athens Comedy presents headlining comedian Tim Chirikalov with Evon Campbell and special guests. Thursdays, 8:30–10:30 p.m. $7–15. www.facebook.com/athenscomedy

Event Series Homeschool Series

Homeschool Series

Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Rd., Athens, GA, United States

Learn more about Georgia’s symbols by diving into animals and plants that represent the state. 10 a.m. $4 (ACC residents), $6 (non-residents). accgovga.myrec.com

Meet & Play

Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United States

Drop 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