Thanksgiving Ingathering

Athens First UMC 327 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States

A hot meal will be served and “Extra Thankful Bags” filled with Thanksgiving inspired pantry staples. 5:30–6:30 p.m. FREE! www.athensfirstumc.org

Event Series Kick-Back Comedy

Kick-Back Comedy

Gyro Wrap 114 College Ave., Athens, GA, United States

Trey Lissemore hosts a lineup of local comedians. The Upstairs Bar and Comedy Club. Last Mondays, 8 p.m. $7 (adv.), $10. www.instagram.com/theup_stairsbar

Bad Movie Night

Ciné Athens, GA, United States

After henchmen barbecue her husband on their honeymoon, a woman must defeat the gang responsible in Fire of Vengeance. 8 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/BadMovieNight

Event Series Storytime

Storytime

Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United States

Drop in and join Ms. Jera for rhymes, songs, movement, a story and a craft. Ages 5 & under. 11 a.m. & 12 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee

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 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart

Event Series Crafternoon

Crafternoon

Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United States

Drop in for a craft or two. Supplies Provided. All ages. Tuesdays, 3:30–5:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee

Thanksgiving Market

Farmer's Market Building 1914 Madison St., Comer, United States

Locally grown produce, eggs, foods, pottery, jewelry and Christmas trees. 4–7 p.m. www.facebook.com/ComerFM

Thanksgiving Dinner

El Paso Tacos & Tequila 255 W Washington St, Athens, United States

A hot meal from the restaurant’s Thanksgiving dinner table. 4–8 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/elpasoathenss

Wizarding Beasts and Bingo

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

Play Harry Potter bingo followed by a screening of Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them. 5–8 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart

Mystery Book Club

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

Pick up a copy of Sinister Graves by Marcie Rendon and discuss it with the group. 5:30​​–6:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart

Event Series Ballroom and Brews

Ballroom and Brews

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

Learn a new ballroom dance style each month, then dance the night away. Fourth Tuesdays, 6–7 p.m. (lesson). 7–9 p.m. (open dance). www.athenticbrewing.com

Event Series Singo!

Singo!

Beef O'Brady's 1860 Barnett Shoals Rd., Athens, United States

Win gift certificates and prizes at this music bingo night. Tuesdays, 7–9 p.m. www.beefobradys.com/athens

Thanksgiving Feed the Hungry

The Sparrow's Nest 745 Prince Ave, Athens, United States

Enjoy a buffet-style lunch and receive one bag of hygiene products per person. 11 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! www.sparrowsnestathens.org

 

Harvest Market

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

Athens Farmers Market offers fresh produce, flowers, eggs, meats, prepared foods, art and crafts. 11 a.m.–2 p.m. www.facebook.com/AthensFarmersMarket

Event Series LEGO Mania

LEGO Mania

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

Drop in to free build and create. All ages. 3–5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart

Beersgiving

Normaltown Brewing 425 Barber Street, Athens, GA, United States

Join in pre-holiday shenanigans and hang with friends; it’s too late to defrost your turkey. 4–9 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/normaltownbrewingco

Film Athens

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

Meet and network with others in the filmmaking community (actors, directors, etc.) during happy hour. 5 p.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreandbar.com

Teen Friendsgiving Potluck

Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United States

Bring a dish or stop by to enjoy a Thanksgiving meal provided by YA librarians. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee

Give Thanks 8K Pre-Race Party

Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United States

Enjoy live music and pre-holiday camaraderie in benefit of Athens Community Council on Aging. 6–10 p.m. FREE! www.givethanks8k.com

Event Series ‘Normal’ Run

‘Normal’ Run

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

Join the Athens Road Runners for a 1–3 mile run that starts and ends at Athentic Brewing. Second and fourth Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com

Curio Cinema

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

Screening of the 1965 horror drama film Repulsion. 7 p.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreandbar.com

Give Thanks 8k

Hendershots Athens, GA, United States

Start your day with a race around the downtown Athens area with a kids fun run and refreshments afterwards, in benefit of ACCA. Registration required. 8:30 a.m. $40. www.givethanks8k.com

Feed the Hungry Dinner

Weaver D's 1016 E Broad St, Athens, United States

A gospel celebration followed by a hot meal. 12 p.m. (gospel), 2 p.m. (dinner). FREE! www.facebook.com/WeaverDs

Event Series BINGO

BINGO

VFW Post 2872 835 Sunset Dr, Athens

Join in to play this weekly game of chance. Thursdays, 6 p.m. (doors). FREE! www.facebook.com/vfw2872

Black Friday Free Yoga

Fuel Hot Yoga 398 Foundry Street, Athens, GA, United States

Enjoy community yoga classes suitable for all levels. Registration required. 8:30 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! www.fuelhotyoga.com

Event Series Meet & Play

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

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

Event Series Bad Dog Trivia

Bad Dog Trivia

Soldier of the Sea Distillery 22 East South Ave., Comer, GA, United States

Test your trivia knowledge with host Miles Bunch. Fridays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens

UGA vs. Yellow Jackets

Sanford Stadium 100 Sanford Dr., Athens, GA, United States

Cheer on the Georgia Bulldogs football team as they face the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets. 7:30 p.m www.georgiadogs.com