Night Creatures
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesLearn about nocturnal creatures and look for bio-fluorescent critters on this guided walk. Registration & waiver required. 8 p.m. $5. www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
Chair Yoga
Winterville Cultural Center 371 N Church St, Winterville, GA, United StatesA seated mindful breathing and yoga session for beginners. 9:10 a.m. $12. www.wintervillecenter.com
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
Botanical Sketching
Winterville Cultural Center 371 N Church St, Winterville, GA, United StatesThis class explores a variety of drawing techniques focused on drawing botanicals. 10:30 a.m. $12. www.wintervillecenter.com
Piecing It Together Collage Workshop
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesTeens can choose an inspiring person from the “Women of Courage” art exhibit or bring an image of someone they admire to create a collage. Registration required. 11 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Survival Kit
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesJoin a parker ranger led program and create your own outdoor kit. Registration required. 1 p.m. $5. www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
Doctor Day
Fine Fettle 3035 Atlanta Hwy, Athens, GeorgiaDr. Forbes of Better Health Wellness will be on site consulting with patients with qualifying conditions for a Georgia medical cannabis card. 2–4 p.m. $125–150. www.finefettle.com
Wildlife Show
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesLearn about native species with guest presenters from UGA. 3 p.m. $5. www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
Cursive Camp: Teen Edition
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn the basics of writing in cursive. Supplies provided. Grades 6–12. 4 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Firefly Festival Kids Night
Madison Town Park 171c GA-83, Madison, United StatesAn end of summer festival event with stilt walkers, music, face painters, kids crafts and more. Ages 12 & under. 6–8 p.m. $5 (kids). www.madisonga.com/firefly
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
Once Upon a Crime: The Trial of Goldilocks
Morton Theatre 195 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesMembers of the Athens Creative Theatre Youth Performance Camp will perform this clever and comedic courtroom drama. 7 p.m. $6. www.mortontheatre.com
Athens Showgirl Cabaret Fabulous Fridays
Hendershots Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy a comedy night drag show. Ages 18 & up. 9 p.m. $5. www.athensshowgirlcabaret.com
5K Guided Walk
Dudley Park 100 Dudley Park Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesSoutheast Striders Walking Club leads a round-trip walk starting and ending in Dudley Park. All fitness levels welcome. 8 a.m. $4 (adults), FREE! (18 & under). www.southeaststriderswalkingclub.org
The 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
Spelling Showdown
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesCompete on teams with a classic word tile board game to win prizes. Registration required. 9:30 a.m.–5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Family Day: Fun in the Sun
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesCelebrate summer and learn about the elements of art with interactive gallery activities and a take-home art project. 10 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
One Day Sewing Workshop
Lyndon House Arts Center 211 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesCreate a custom pair of pants, shorts or a skirt at this hands-on, beginner-friendly workshop. Registration required. Ages 18 & up. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. $20. www.accgovga.myrec.com
Back-to-School Giveaway Event
El Carretonero 124 Rowe Rd, Athens, GAThe 5th annual community event with snacks, kid friendly games and more. 11 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! www.gtiathens.com
Picture Perfect Bridge
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesLearn basic photography skills and the history of bridge on this ranger led walk. 1 p.m. $5. www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
Free the Tapes: Summer Edition
Richard B. Russell Special Collections Library 300 S. Hull St., Athens, GA, United StatesDrop by to view clips of newly digitized videos from the community, play bingo, interact with different AV equipment and learn about the library archives. 1–3 p.m. FREE! libs.uga.edu/events
Shelter Building
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesLearn the basics of primitive shelter building in the woods. 3 p.m. $5. www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
Sunset Kayak Paddle
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesEnjoy a ranger-led paddle on the river and view the sunset. Registration required. 8 p.m. $15. www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
Morning River Paddle
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesEnjoy a ranger-led morning paddle on the river. Registration required. 9:15 a.m. $15. www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
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
Fungi Hike
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesLearn about local fungi on a guided walk. 1 p.m. $5. www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
Lazy Sunday Games Day
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesBring your favorite board, video, card or role playing games and meet fellow gamers. 1–5 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
Tree ID Hike
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesLearn about local plant life on a 1.5 mile guided walk. 3 p.m. $5. www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
Rally Up, Guns Down Parade
Walker Park 200 Trail Creek St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe DL Handy Foundation and the 7th District of Georgia Funeral Service Practitioners Association present this rally and parade against gun violence. 3 p.m. FREE! www.dlhandyfoundation.org
Comedy Open Mic
MaiKai Kava Lounge 1035 Baxter St Suite A, Athens, GA, United StatesShow up and go up with your stand-up material. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/bulaatmaikai
Firestarting & S’mores
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesJoin the park staff to learn how to start a fire using flint and steel strikers, and make s’mores. 6:30 p.m. $5 (adults), FREE (12 & under). www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
Trivia Night
Cheba Hut 135 W Washington St, Athens, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge. 7:30 p.m. www.instagram.com/chebahut
Off the Clock Comedy
The Globe 199 N Lumpkin St, AthensAthens Comedy presents a lineup of local and touring comedians. 8:30 p.m. (doors), 9 p.m. (show). www.facebook.com/athenscomedy
Marigold Farmers Market
100 North Church Street 100 North Church St., Winterville, GA, United StatesVendors offer organic produce, prepared foods, agricultural products and artisanal goods. Mondays, 10 a.m.–7 p.m. www.marigoldcollectivewinterville.com
Monday Funday
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesJoin Ms. Donna for songs, fingerplays, storytelling and STEAM activities. Ages 3–7 years. Registration suggested. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Classic City Rotary
1430 N Chase St 1430 N Chase St, Athens, GeorgiaThe local chapter meets weekly. Mondays, 11:30 a.m. FREE! www.classiccityrotary.org
Pen Pals Writing Group
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesMeet other writers, share your writing experiences and get feedback on your work. Second & fourth Mondays, 5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Musical Monday
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesDrop in to watch a movie musical. Grades 6–12. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Clay Workshop
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesLearn how to make various creations with air dry clay. Supplies provided. Ages 18 & up. 7 p.m FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
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
Lunch & Learn
Tyche's Games 1056 S. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United StatesBring your lunch and learn new games. 11:30 a.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com
OLLI Summer Film Festival
Ciné Athens, GA, United StatesThis weekly film festival featuring road trip movies sponsored by OLLI presents True Grit. Tuesdays, 1:30 p.m. $8. www.athenscine.com
Crafternoon
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesDrop in for a craft or two. Supplies Provided. All ages. Tuesdays, 3:30–5:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Scavenger Hunt
Winterville Cultural Center 371 N Church St, Winterville, GA, United StatesEnjoy a scavenger hunt in Pittard Park with prizes for the winners. Grades 6–12. 4–6 p.m. $6. www.wintervillecenter.com/teen-program
Tiki Taco Tuesday
Live Wire 227 W Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy craft cocktails and a taco pop-up from Don Carne with themed weeks, live music and dancing. Tuesdays, 5–10 p.m. www.livewireathens.com
UnPhiltered Trivia
Mellow Mushroom 320 E. Clayton St., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Phil. 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/MellowMushroomAthens