AGAS Lecture Series

Lamar Dodd School of Art 270 River Rd., Athens, GA, United States

Rachel Silveri will examine the painter Sonia Delaunay’s commercial fashion house, Atelier Simultané, opened in 1924. 5:30 p.m. FREE! art.uga.edu

Rabbit Box Storytelling: Food for Thought

VFW Post 2872 835 Sunset Dr, Athens

This month’s storytelling theme is “Food for Thought,” discussing how food is ingrained in our heritage, hearts and hopes. 7–9 p.m. $10. www.rabbitbox.org

Artful Conversation: George Tooker

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

Mallory Lind, associate curator of education, will lead a discussion on Tooker’s “Laundress.” 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]

Club Ned Anime Society

ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United States

Join club members to watch and discuss episodes of “Carole & Tuesday,” “Samurai Champloo” and more. 6:30–8:30 p.m. FREE! www.animefandom.org

Event Series The 1619 Project

The 1619 Project

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens 780 Timothy Rd., Athens, GA, United States

View episodes of the Hulu series “The 1619 Project,” and discuss issues it raises around the consequences of slavery and contributions of Black Americans. 6:45 p.m. FREE! www.uuathensga.org/1619uufa

Three Star Cinema

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

Screening of the 1977 Italian poliziottesco film Highway Racer. 7 p.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreandbar.com

Chapter Chat

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

This month’s chat will feature The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis with quizzes, trivia, snacks and more. Ages 8–12. 4:30​​ p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart

Visiting Artist Lecture

Lamar Dodd School of Art 270 River Rd., Athens, GA, United States

New York-based artist Fabienne Lasserre will discuss her art practice and the process of making her solo exhibition “Listeners.” 5:30 p.m. FREE! art.uga.edu

Opening Reception

The Valton Gallery 625 Barber Street, Suite 120, Athens, United States

Outsider artist and painter Valton Murray’s collection of works featuring abstract botanicals, bright colors and surrealist landscapes will be on display. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.statethelabel.com

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

Athens Science Café

Little Kings Shuffle Club 223 W. Hancock Ave., Athens, GA, United States

This month Dr. W. David Bradford will present on the evolution of cannabis policy. 7 p.m. FREE! www.athenssciencecafe.wordpress.com

Bad Ath Babes Anniversary Show

Buvez 585 Barber Street Suite A, Athens, GA, United States

Athens’ first and only all-woman stand-up comedy show celebrates one year of laughs. 7:45 p.m. $10. www.instagram.com/badathbabes

Comedy in the Cellar

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

Athens Comedy presents headlining comedian Tamar Rubin with Zac Hadlock. Thursdays, 8:30–10:30 p.m. $7–12. www.facebook.com/athenscomedy

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

Dance Theatre of Harlem

UGA Fine Arts Theatre 255 Baldwin St., Athens, GA, United States

The multi-ethnic ballet company tours nationally and internationally with a forward-thinking repertoire. Performances for Young People Series event. 10:30 a.m. SOLD OUT! pac.uga.edu

Event Series Mahjong Club

Mahjong Club

Winterville Cultural Center 371 N Church St, Winterville, GA, United States

Learn to play the ancient Chinese game of Mahjong. Tuesdays & Fridays, 1​​–4 p.m. $1. www.wintervillecenter.com

Beloved Apothecary’s Sacred Space

This week’s gathering serving alcohol alternative beverages will highlight yoga with Chloe Lacasse. Fridays, 6 p.m. $20 suggested donation. www.instagram.com/beloved_apothecary

Event Series Chess Club

Chess Club

Winterville Cultural Center 371 N Church St, Winterville, GA, United States

Join others for a weekly chess competition. Fridays, 6–10 p.m. FREE! www.wintervillecenter.com

Opening Reception

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens 780 Timothy Rd., Athens, GA, United States

Paul Hartman’s exhibition “A Lightmonkey Show” features a collection of photographs on display through March. 7–9 p.m. FREE! www.uuathensga.org

The 1992 Honda Civics

Work.Shop 160 Winston Dr #9, Athens, GA, United States

The local improv group returns with its unique, high energy, long-form show featuring musical standup by Julianne Merrit. 8 p.m. $10. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com

Sheriff John Q. Williams Campaign Launch Party

Winterville Cultural Center 371 N Church St, Winterville, GA, United States

Celebrate this re-election campaign with barbecue plates, drinks, desserts, music and games. 12–2 p.m. FREE! www.johnqforsheriff.com

Family Saturdays: Art Workshop

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

A drop-in family-oriented series of art projects that are inspired by current exhibitions. This week is creating miniature furniture out of popsicle sticks. 12​​–2 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com

3rd Annual Step Resurgence

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

Local elementary, middle and high school division step teams will compete with teams from around the nation. 12 p.m. (doors). $15 (adv.), $20. www.facebook.com/leagueofstep

Community Dance Classes

DanceFX Athens 396 Foundry St., Athens, GA, United States

A variety of one-hour dance classes will be held throughout the day open to the public. Registration recommended. 1–8:30 p.m. FREE! www.dancefx.org

Board Games

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

Enjoy a variety of board games and card games with friends. 2​​–4 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart