Food on the Move
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesLearn about bird conservation and migration with the Oconee River RC&D Council. Registration Required. 1 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary/oconee
LEGO Mania
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesDrop in to free build and create. All ages. 3–5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Teen Dungeons & Dragons
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesJoin the volunteer led role-playing adventure where you can fight dragons, join an army, go on a quest in distant lands and more. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
KnitLits Knitting Group
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesKnitters of all levels are invited to have fun, share craft ideas and knit to their hearts’ content. Thursdays, 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Thursday Trivia
Johnny's New York Style Pizza 1040 Gaines School Rd Suite 219, Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Jon Head. 6:30 p.m. www.johnnyspizza.com
Club Ned Anime Society
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin club members to watch and discuss episodes of “Serial Experiments Lain,” “Kaguya-sama: Love is War” and “Erased.” 6:30–8:30 p.m. FREE! www.animefandom.org
Flying Squid Improv & Lanny’s Comedy Show
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesMembers of Flying Squid Comedy perform improvised scenes followed by standup performances by local comedians hosted by Lanny Farmer. First Thursdays, 8 p.m. $10. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
Community Garden Field Day
Boys & Girls Club of Athens HT Edwards 440-4 Dearing Extension, Athens, United StatesExplore urban agriculture and climate change with demonstrations on soil fertility, soil sensors, using a FarmBot and more. 10 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.rice-georgia.org
Meet & Play
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesDrop 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
National Donut Day Celebration
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesCelebrate with donut-themed activities and games, plus a sprinkles race. Registration required. 11 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Experience Virtual Reality
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn about and experience the world of virtual reality. Ages 5 & up. Registration required. 2 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Grand Opening & 5th Anniversary Party
Grail Bra Specialists 1040 Gaines School Road, Suite 115, Athens, United StatesGrail Bra Specialists is celebrating its move with special offers, giveaways, refreshments and more. 2–8 p.m. FREE! www.grailbras.com
Teen Bookmark Craft
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesMake your own bookmarks with collage, colored pencils and more. Grades 6–12. 4 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
DIY Book Binding
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesCreate your own notebooks and booklets in this hands-on workshop. Supplies provided. Registration required. 4:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
First Fridays
Southern Brewing Co. 231 Collins Industrial Blvd., Athens, GA, United StatesKick off the weekend with live music, an on-site food truck and a mini-market featuring local vendors. First Fridays, 5–10 p.m. FREE! www.sobrewco.com
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
Eternity
Morton Theatre 195 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesAn evening of music, dance and theater with an emphasis on sharing the love of God through the performing arts. 7 p.m. $15. www.mortontheatre.com
Disney’s Descendants
Oconee Youth Playhouse 1050 Jamestown Blvd, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesThis musical follows the offspring of classic villains such as Maleficent and Cruella de Vil. June 7, 7 p.m. June 8, 2 p.m. & 6 p.m. June 9, 2 p.m. $15–20. www.oconeeyouthplayhouse.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
The Hello Girls
Town & Gown Players 115 Grady Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesSet during World War I, this musical tells the story of the U.S. Army’s first female telephone operators unit. June 7–8 & 13–15, 8 p.m. June 9 & 16, 2 p.m. $20. www.townandgownplayers.org
Paint and Sip Party in Honor of Eugene Swain
Steffen Thomas Museum of Art 4200 Bethany Rd., Buckhead, GA, United StatesA special event to celebrate the late artist on his birthday with wine and the opportunity to paint portraits of the artist’s work. 2 p.m. & 4 p.m. $65. For tickets text 706-818-0357
Ecstatic Dance
work.shop 160 Winston Dr. #9, Athens, GA, United StatesThis ceremony of rejuvenation and inspiration is a substance-free and inclusive musical celebration. 8–10 a.m. $10–15. www.ecstaticdanceathen.wixsite.com/xstaticdanceathensga
Athens Farmers Market
Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesMarkets offer locally grown groceries and handmade goods with live music and children’s activities. AFM doubles SNAP dollars spent. Saturdays, 8 a.m.–12 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net
Garden Open House
State Botanical Garden of Georgia 2450 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThere will be plant sales, garden tours and more. 9 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! ugatrial.hort.uga.edu
Gaming Lounge
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesDrop in to play various TTRPGs, Nintendo Switch party games, PS5 fighting games, board games and Magic: The Gathering. 10 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Family Fun Ride
North Oconee River Greenway Athens, GA, United StatesBring your bike and helmet for a 6-mile tour of the Greenway and Firefly Trail. Ages 8 & up. Registration required. 10 a.m. FREE! www.accgovga.myrec.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
Beginners Dungeons and Dragons
Oglethorpe Co. Library 858 Athens Rd., Lexington, GA, United StatesJoin local Dungeon Master Trey Miller to learn everything you need to know about the popular role playing game. 11 a.m.–1 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oglethorpe
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
Hot Corner Festival
Downtown Athens AthensThe annual festival features vendors, an award ceremony, a car and bike show, food, speakers and live entertainment on the historic Hot Corner block. 11 a.m.–10 p.m. FREE! www.hotcornerathens.weebly.com
Really, Really Free Market
Reese and Pope ParkJust like a yard sale, but everything is free. Bring what you can, take what you need. Second Saturday of every month. 12–1:30 p.m. [email protected], www.facebook.com/RRFMAthens
Historic Athens Heritage Walk
Historic Athens 489 Prince Ave., Old Fire Hall No. 2, AthensLee Epting will guide an exploration of the history of The Hill. Registration required. 2 p.m. $25. www.historicathens.com
Kids’ Anime Club
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesKids of all ages are invited to watch The Animal Crossing movie, create crafts, sample Japanese snacks and more. 2 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Disney’s Descendants
Oconee Youth Playhouse 1050 Jamestown Blvd, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesThis musical follows the offspring of classic villains such as Maleficent and Cruella de Vil. June 7, 7 p.m. June 8, 2 p.m. & 6 p.m. June 9, 2 p.m. $15–20. www.oconeeyouthplayhouse.com
1 Year Anniversary
Oak House Distillery 1015 Macon Hwy., Athens, GA, United StatesCelebrate the distillery’s anniversary with music, games and food. 2–10 p.m. www.oakhousedistillery.com
Saturday Cinema
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesScreening of the 2004 science fiction film Sky Captain with popcorn and lemonade. 4 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Dinner Around the World
Soldier of the Sea Distillery 22 East South Ave., Comer, GA, United StatesEnjoy a Mediterranean-themed meal with live music by The Comer Collective. 6:30 p.m. $25. www.soswhiskey.com
The Hello Girls
Town & Gown Players 115 Grady Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesSet during World War I, this musical tells the story of the U.S. Army’s first female telephone operators unit. June 7–8 & 13–15, 8 p.m. June 9 & 16, 2 p.m. $20. www.townandgownplayers.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. [email protected], www.athenspetanque.org
Classic City vs. Rome Roller Derby
Fun Galaxy Athens 3030 Cherokee Rd, Athens, GA, United StatesThe Classic City Rollergirls take on Rome’s team. 10:30 a.m. (doors). $15. www.classiccityrollergirls.com
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
Host Your Own Tabletop Game
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesBring your own tabletop game to play with friends or meet new ones. 2 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
The Hello Girls
Town & Gown Players 115 Grady Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesSet during World War I, this musical tells the story of the U.S. Army’s first female telephone operators unit. June 7–8 & 13–15, 8 p.m. June 9 & 16, 2 p.m. $20. www.townandgownplayers.org
Disney’s Descendants
Oconee Youth Playhouse 1050 Jamestown Blvd, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesThis musical follows the offspring of classic villains such as Maleficent and Cruella de Vil. June 7, 7 p.m. June 8, 2 p.m. & 6 p.m. June 9, 2 p.m. $15–20. www.oconeeyouthplayhouse.com
Opening Reception
Madison Morgan Cultural Center 434 S Main St, Madison, United StatesThe late Madison self-taught artist Eugene Swain’s works capturing rural life will be on view as part of the “Madison Collects” exhibition. 2–4 p.m. FREE! www.mmcc-arts.org
Bridgerton Afternoon Tea
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesJoin in afternoon tea in your fanciest tea time attire. 4 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Bad Dog Trivia
Southern Brewing Co. 231 Collins Industrial Blvd., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Sundays, 4 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens