Georgia Trust Spring Ramble
Various Locations Athens, GA, United StatesOver 50 historic homes and sites in Athens and Watkinsville will be open for tours. Registration required. Apr. 19–21. $60–75. www.georgiatrust.org
Somewhere Not to Belong
144 Park HallDr. Dustin Stewart will discuss poet and naturalist George Crabbe’s ecology. 12:30 p.m. FREE! english.uga.edu
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
Mahjong Club
Winterville Cultural Center 371 N Church St, Winterville, GA, United StatesLearn to play the ancient Chinese game of Mahjong. Tuesdays & Fridays, 1–4 p.m. $1. www.wintervillecenter.com
Homeschool Meet-Up
Oglethorpe Co. Library 858 Athens Rd., Lexington, GA, United StatesDrop in to learn and interact with other homeschool families and students of all ages. 2 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oglethorpe
Friday Afternoon Unwind
Oglethorpe Co. Library 858 Athens Rd., Lexington, GA, United StatesDrop in and relax with complimentary coffee, hot tea and snacks. 3–6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oglethorpe
Spanish Storytime
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesListen to and practice Spanish songs and stories for any skill level. All ages. 5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Chess Club
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesDrop in for open chess play for all skill levels. 5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/location/oconee
Opening Reception
Lamar Dodd School of Art 270 River Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesThe exhibition “Liminal” will feature the art of 40 students graduating this spring. 6–8 p.m. FREE! art.uga.edu
Blossom After Dark
Lyndon House Arts Center 211 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesAn evening of entertainment, hors d’oeuvres and silent auctions to raise support and awareness of mental health initiatives within the community. 6 p.m. $25. www.athensparentwellbeing.org
Chess Club
Winterville Cultural Center 371 N Church St, Winterville, GA, United StatesJoin others for a weekly chess competition. Fridays, 6–10 p.m. FREE! www.wintervillecenter.com
Thinking Green: Botany, B-Movies, and Body-ody-ody
UGA Fine Arts Building 255 Baldwin St., Athens, GA, United StatesThis panel featuring faculty from plant sciences, film studies and women’s studies will be moderated by the Little Shop of Horrors dramaturg Sloan Elle Garner. 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.ugatheatre.com
Friday Night Initiative
Online: Tyche's GamesLearn how to play a new roleplaying game. New players welcome. 7 p.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com
Willy Wonka JR
Marigold Auditorium for Arts and Culture 373 N. Church St., WintervilleThe Studio Athens presents a family-friendly show based on the beloved children’s book with music from the original movie. Apr. 19, 7:30 p.m. Apr. 20, 1 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. $12 (adv.), $15. tinyurl.com/studiotix
The Hothouse
work.shop 160 Winston Dr. #9, Athens, GA, United StatesTrue-to-life improv comedy inspired by audience suggestions featuring Jade Fernandez, Bradley Bazzle and Matt House. 8 p.m. $10. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
Little Shop of Horrors
UGA Fine Arts Theatre 255 Baldwin St., Athens, GA, United StatesUGA Theatre presents this adaptation of the cult classic adding a culture war lens about drag culture. Apr. 12–13, 17–20, 8 p.m. Apr. 21, 2 p.m. $6 (students), $18. www.ugatheatre.com
The Complete Works of William Shakespeare Abridged
On Stage Playhouse 215 High School Ave., Monroe, GA, United StatesFour actors will weave their way through all of Shakespeare’s comedies, histories and tragedies in one fast-paced play. Apr. 19–20, 26–27 & May 3–4, 8 p.m. Apr. 30, 7:30 p.m. Apr. 28 & May 5, 2 p.m. $20. www.onstagewalton.org
Plant 2 Plate
Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse vegetable, herb and flower plants from local farms to start your garden. Apr. 20 & Apr. 28, 8 a.m.–12 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net
Georgia Bird Fest Summit
The Classic Center 300 N. Thomas St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe summit will feature a keynote presentation and breakout sessions highlighting Georgia’s conservation, education and community engagement programming. Registration required. 8:30 a.m.–2 p.m. $125. www.birdsgeorgia.org/birdfest.html
Southern Workshop on the Ethics of Emerging Technologies
State Botanical Garden of Georgia 2450 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesPanelists from Georgia and Florida universities will gather for this two-day event examining ethical issues around emerging technologies. Apr. 19–20, 9 a.m. FREE! phil.uga.edu
Grand Opening
Classic City Flowers & Nursery 10325 Double Bridges Rd, Winterville, GeorgiaClassic City Flowers and Nursery will celebrate its official opening with planting stations, food trucks, live music and more. Apr. 20, 9 a.m.–7 p.m. Apr. 21, 12–6 p.m. FREE! www.classiccityflowers.com
Plein Air Painting
Sweet Olive Farm 880 Parkview Rd, Winterville, United StatesBring your own materials to paint with easels, drawing boards and chairs provided. Registration required. 10 a.m. FREE! www.accgovga.myrec.com
Teen Creative Design
Lay Park 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GADuring this workshop learn the process of creating a graphic, cutting vinyl via a Cricut machine and operating a heat press safely. Ages 13–17. Registration required. 10 a.m. $5 (ACC residents), $7.50 (non-residents). www.accgovga.myrec.com
Earth Day Celebration
Foxglove Plantbar 1063 Baxter Street, Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse the Ladies Garden Club plant sale, permanent jewelry by Magpie Goods & Glitz and DIY mini terrariums for kids. 10 a.m.–3 p.m. www.foxgloveplantbar.com
Teach-In: Some Like It Hot
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens 780 Timothy Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesExperts will discuss the effects of climate change on global conflict with a Q&A session, lunch and conversations. RSVP required. 10 a.m.–3 p.m. FREE! www.uuathensga.org/calendar
Madison Tour of Homes and Gardens
Madison-Morgan Cultural Center 434 South Main St., Madison, GA, United StatesThe annual spring tour features five historic private homes and their color-rich gardens. Apr. 19–20, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. $30–40. www.mmcc-arts.org
Spring Plant Sale
R&R Secret Flowers 919 N. Chase St., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse a wide variety of pollinator-friendly perennials, annuals, natives, herbs and veggies. Apr. 13 & 20, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Apr. 14 & 21, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. www.rrsecretflowers.com
Busy Bee Toddler Time
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesJoin Ms. Donna for rhymes, songs, puppets and a story. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Tea Rex Party
Oglethorpe Co. Library 858 Athens Rd., Lexington, GA, United StatesDrop in to enjoy a morning of stories, crafts and snacks with a special dino guest. 11 a.m.–1 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oglethorpe
Opening Reception
Winterville Library 115 Marigold Ln, Winterville, GA, United StatesThe 2024 Marigold Festival Art Show will feature entries from the festival call for art and the winning artwork by Mary Ann Cox. 11 a.m.–1 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/MarigoldFestival
West Broad Farmers Market
Rocksprings Park Pavilion 291 Henderson Extension, Athens, GeorgiaVendors will be on site with fresh produce, local fare, rare plants, artisan goods and more. Saturdays, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! www.athenslandtrust.org/wbfm
Heartsong Herbs Plant Sale
Indie South 470 Hawthorne Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse over 50 varieties of medicinal herbs, flowers and veggies. 11–3 p.m. www.theindiesouth.com
Georgia Trust Spring Ramble
Various Locations Athens, GA, United StatesOver 50 historic homes and sites in Athens and Watkinsville will be open for tours. Registration required. Apr. 19–21. $60–75. www.georgiatrust.org
Terrapin’s 22nd Anniversary
Terrapin Beer Co. 265 Newton Bridge Road, Athens, GA, United StatesCelebrate the brewery’s anniversary with a Grateful Dead themed Touch of Brews event featuring all-day live music, street vendors, family-friendly activities and more. 11 a.m.–8 p.m. $30. www.touchofbrews.com/athens
Pathfinder Society RPG
Tyche's Games 1056 S. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United StatesCome and adventure with the Pathfinder Society. 12 p.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com
Earth Day Garden Swap
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesThird annual family-friendly event with fun activities, plant and seed swaps, and more. 12–4 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Free The Tapes: Home Movie Edition
UGA Special Collections Library 300 S Hull St, Athens, GA, United StatesView clips from community videos and a curated selection of home movies and amateur films with staff on hand to answer questions about digitizing tapes. 1–3 p.m. FREE! www.libs.uga.edu/events/free-tapes-home-movie-edition
Willy Wonka JR
Marigold Auditorium for Arts and Culture 373 N. Church St., WintervilleThe Studio Athens presents a family-friendly show based on the beloved children’s book with music from the original movie. Apr. 19, 7:30 p.m. Apr. 20, 1 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. $12 (adv.), $15. tinyurl.com/studiotix
Board Games
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesMeet friends or make new ones while playing a variety of games. 2–4 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
35000 Watts: The Story of College Radio
Ciné Athens, GA, United StatesScreening of the documentary about the students behind the mic and the bands they made famous. 2 p.m. $9. www.athenscine.com
Atheist Society of Athens Meet & Greet
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesNon-prophet discussions with friends and neighbors. Third Saturdays, 4 p.m. FREE! www.atheistsocietyathens.org
Only The Strong’s 3rd Annual Firefighter Benefit
Akademia Brewing Co. 150 Crane Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesThis year’s event features appetizers, raffle prizes and live music with proceeds benefitting The National Fallen Firefighters Association and Local Fire Education and Training. 4–10 p.m. FREE! [email protected]
Opening Reception
OCAF 34 School St., Watkinsville, GA, United StatesThe juried exhibition “Southeastern Pastel Society: All About Pastels” and Bobbi Johnson’s “Perspective: A Journey into Mental Health” will be on view. 5–7 p.m. FREE! www.ocaf.com
White Tiger’s Birthday
White Tiger Gourmet 217 Hiawassee Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesCelebrate 17 years of the restaurant with birthday cake, fun and live music. 6 p.m. www.facebook.com/WhiteTigerGourmetAthens
Opening Reception
ATHICA 675 Pulaski St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe exhibition “Parameter” features the work of Candace Hicks, Claude-Gerard Jean and Timothy McCool. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.athica.org
Athens Got Talent
1055 Barber 1055 Barber St., Athens, GAThe Cottage Sexual Assault Center & Children’s Advocacy Center will host an all-ages talent show with activities for kids, games, music, food and drink. 6–8:30 p.m. $20–25 (adv.), $25–30. www.northgeorgiacottage.org
Backlight Student Film Festival
UGA Tate Student Center 45 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesThis showcase of student films features panels, screenings and awards. Apr. 20, 6–9:30 p.m. Apr. 21, 11:30 a.m.–4 p.m. www.backlightfilmfestival.com
Athens Folk Music and Dance Society Contra Dance
Memorial Park Administration Building 293 Gran Ellen Drive, Athens, United StatesThis community dance features caller Deanna Palumbo and live music by Max and Maggie and the Drivin’ Wheels. No partner required. 6:30 p.m. (intro session), 7 p.m. (dance). $12 (adults), $10 (students w/ ID), 17 & under FREE! www.athensfolk.org
