EarthGAY 2025
Odum School of Ecology 140 E. Green St., Athens, GAThis student-led collaboration highlights the intersectionality between queer advocacy and environmentalism with workshops, food and a variety show. 4–9 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/queer_ecology
Artist Talk
Lyndon House Arts Center 211 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesHear a small grouping of exhibiting artists from the “50th Juried Exhibition” discuss their works. 5:30 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/LyndonHouseArts
Rain Barrel & Rainscaping Workshop
3500 Mitchell Bridge Rd. 3500 Mitchell Bridge Rd., Athens, GALearn simple techniques to manage rainwater in your yard and build your own rain barrel to take home. Supplies provided. Registration required. 6 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com
Podcasting for Beginners
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn how to record and edit a podcast using audio editor Audacity. Registration required. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
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
New Town Revue
ACE/FRANCISCO Gallery 675 Pulaski St. STE 1500, Athens, GA, United StatesAn evening of poetry, music and art with a closing reception for exhibitions by Louise Haynes Hall and Cecilia Reynolds. 6 p.m. (doors), 6:30 p.m. (show). FREE! www.acefranciscogallery.com
Cats at Creature Feline Fundraiser
Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, GeorgiaMeet and pet adoptable rescue cats and enter raffles to raise funds for Circle of Friends Animal Society. 6–8 p.m. Donations suggested. www.cofas.org
MFA Speaks
Atheneum 287 W Broad S, Athens, United StatesEnjoy a variety of brief artist talks by graduating MFA students. 6–8 p.m. FREE! art.uga.edu
Sneak Peek Showcase
Ciné Athens, GA, United StatesBenefit screening of trailers, some never-before-seen footage and behind-the-scenes content from the upcoming theatrical slate of major studios. Apr. 22 & 24, 6 p.m. $3. www.athenscine.com
Tarot & Tea
Indie South 470 Hawthorne Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesGather to learn more about Tarot cards and practice readings. Registration required. Last Thursdays, 6–8 p.m. www.theindiesouth.com
Artist Talk & Demos
tiny ATH gallery 174 Cleveland Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesArtist Annie Sears discusses her exhibition and provides demonstrations. 6–9 p.m. FREE! www.tinyathgallery.com
Thursday Trivia
Johnny's New York Style Pizza 1040 Gaines School Rd Suite 219, Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Todd Henderson. 6:30 p.m. www.johnnyspizza.com
Shih Tzu Not Trivia
Terrapin Beer Co. 265 Newton Bridge Road, Athens, GA, United StatesTest your general trivia knowledge. Thursdays, 6:30 p.m. www.instagram.com/shihtzunottrivia
College & Careers
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesHigh school students can create a post-graduation plan with info about FAFSA, applying for licenses and scholarships. 7 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Evening Yoga
Foxglove Plantbar 1063 Baxter Street, Athens, GA, United StatesBring your own mat and unwind in a peaceful environment. 7 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/foxgloveplantbar
Bad Dog Trivia
The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Thursdays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
Shih Tzu Not Trivia
Your Pie Watkinsville 1430 Capital Ave., Watkinsville, United StatesTest your general trivia knowledge. Thursdays, 7 p.m. www.instagram.com/shihtzunottrivia
Disney On Ice
Akins Ford Arena 300 N Thomas St., Athens, United StatesThe films Frozen and Encanto will be brought to life on ice with aerial acrobatics and more. Apr. 24, 7 p.m. Apr. 25, 11 a.m. & 7 p.m. Apr. 26, 11 a.m., 3 p.m. & 7 p.m. Apr. 27, 1 p.m. & 5 p.m. $20–85. www.classiccenter.com
An Evening with Justin Furstenfeld
Morton Theatre 195 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe frontman of Blue October presents the one-man show “I Laugh At Myself” mixing storytelling with acoustic performances. 7 p.m. $41.50–101.50. www.mortontheatre.com
Fever/Dream
Forestry Building 2 180 E Green St., Athens, United StatesArs Gratia Artis presents a play comically skewering the dark realities of corporate America and the never-ending chains of capitalism. Apr. 24 & 26–27, 7:30 p.m. $10. sites.google.com/view/arsgratiaartistheatre
Transition Fair
Clarke County School District 595 Prince Ave, Athens, GA, United StatesConnect with local community agencies and providers to learn about opportunities and resources for people of all disabilities. 9 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! [email protected]
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. Fridays, 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Disney On Ice
Akins Ford Arena 300 N Thomas St., Athens, United StatesThe films Frozen and Encanto will be brought to life on ice with aerial acrobatics and more. Apr. 24, 7 p.m. Apr. 25, 11 a.m. & 7 p.m. Apr. 26, 11 a.m., 3 p.m. & 7 p.m. Apr. 27, 1 p.m. & 5 p.m. $20–85. www.classiccenter.com
AOC Twilight Criterium
Downtown Athens AthensThe annual festival returns with pro and amateur cycling races and activities including kids races, a 5K run, live music, an artist market and more. Apr. 25, 12–10 p.m. Apr. 26, 6:30 a.m.–10 p.m. FREE! www.athenstwilight.com
Voice of the Dawgs Q&A
Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, GeorgiaScott Howard will lead a discussion with UGA AD Josh Brooks, Head Women’s Tennis Coach Drake Bernstein and Head Softball Coach Tony Baldwin, including a photo op with the football National Championship trophies. 4–6 p.m. www.creaturecomfortsbeer.com
Artist Reception
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens 780 Timothy Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesWatkinsville artist Nethie Lockwood’s exhibition “Pets and Places” featuring paintings will be on view. 5–7 p.m. FREE! www.uuathensga.org
Strike Fashion Show
Geography Geology Building 210 Field St., Athens, United StatesThe Athens branch of Strike Magazine hosts a fashion show featuring local models and designers. 5:45 p.m. (social hour), 7:15 p.m. (runway show). FREE! www.instagram.com/strikemagazineathens
One Night Stand
Revolution Therapy and Yoga 675 Pulaski St., Athens, GA, United StatesA monthly edu-taiment event with micro talks about anything sexuality related with snacks and drinks. 18 & up. Registration suggested. 6–8 p.m. Donations encouraged. www.revolutiontherapyandyoga.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
Friday Night Initiative
Tyche's Games 1056 S. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn how to play a new roleplaying game. New players welcome. 7 p.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com
Bad Dog Trivia
Soldier of the Sea Distillery 22 East South Ave., Comer, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Miles Bunch. Fridays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
TRACKS: A Magical Realist Tragedy
Marigold Auditorium for Arts and Culture 373 N. Church St., WintervilleCraig Houk and the Athens Playwrights’ Workshop’s production tells the story of a group of teens and their life struggles set in the 1990s. Apr. 25–26, 7:30 p.m. $15. [email protected]
Standup Comedy Grad Show
Flying Squid Comedy 150 Fritz Mar Lane, Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy the graduation show of Flying Squid’s standup students as they test out brand new material. 8–9 p.m. $5. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
The Hallelujah Girls
On Stage Playhouse 215 High School Ave., Monroe, GA, United StatesOn Stage Playhouse presents a comedy about five feisty women who decide to shake up their lives after the death of a dear friend. Apr. 25–26, May 2–3 & 9–10, 8 p.m. May 4 & 11, 2 p.m. May 6, 7:30 p.m. $10–20. www.onstagewalton.org
Athens Showgirl Cabaret Fabulous Friday’s
Hendershots Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy a fabulous night of drag entertainment. Ages 18 & up. 9 p.m. $5. www.athensshowgirlcabaret.com
AOC Twilight Criterium
Downtown Athens AthensThe annual festival returns with pro and amateur cycling races and activities including kids races, a 5K run, live music, an artist market and more. Apr. 25, 12–10 p.m. Apr. 26, 6:30 a.m.–10 p.m. FREE! www.athenstwilight.com
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
Marigold Farmers Market
Pittard Park 115 Parkview Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesVendors offer organic produce, prepared foods, agricultural products and artisanal goods. MFM doubles SNAP dollars spent. Saturdays, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. www.marigoldcollectivewinterville.com
Homebuyer Education Workshop
Athens Land Trust 685 N Pope Street, Athens, United StatesAthens Land Trust hosts this HUD-certified course for first-time homeowners to learn about the home-buying process in Georgia. Registration required. 9:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. $10. [email protected]
Bears Birthday Party
Bear Hollow Zoo at Memorial Park 293 Gran Ellen Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin the festivities as resident bears Athena, DJ and Yonah celebrate their birthdays with treats, crafts and more. 10 a.m.–1 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/bearhollow
Bee Lab Pollinator Plant Sale
UGA Horticultural Farm 1221 Hog Mountain Rd., Watkinsville, GeorgiaBrowse plants for sale and learn information that will help guide you in your planting process. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. bees.caes.uga.edu
Annual Plant Sale
Foxglove Plantbar 1063 Baxter Street, Athens, GA, United StatesThe Ladies Garden Club hosts a sale featuring a variety of plants. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. www.instagram.com/foxgloveplantbar
9th Annual Pop-Up Artist Market
Stan Mullins Art Studio 650 Pulaski St., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse a variety of art and handmade goods by student and community artists. 10 a.m.–3 p.m. www.georgiamuseum.org
Madison Fest
Madison Town Park 171c GA-83, Madison, United StatesA family-friendly event featuring spring flowers, garden plants, handmade arts and crafts, regional food, crafting activities and live music. 10 a.m.–4 p.m. FREE! www.madisonga.com/350/MadisonFest
Author Visit
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesCelebrate Carey Blankenship-Kramer’s recently released middle-grade horror novel Ghost Scout’s Honor. 11 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Connecting with Gemstones & Crystals
work.shop 160 Winston Dr. #9, Athens, GA, United StatesWork with gemstones therapeutically to strengthen and protect your energy field and wake your intuitive skills. Registration required. 11 a.m. $35. www.ancientsunsacademy.com
