Scary Oozy Slimy Day
Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn about animals and other nature finds through games, activities and live animal encounters. All ages. Registration required. 6–8 p.m. $3 (ACC residents), $5 (non-residents). www.accgovga.myrec.com
Sake to Me Sushi
Athens Cooks 100 Prince Ave. Suite #103, Athens, GA, United StatesChef Hunter will guide participants through the process of making a variety of sushi rolls. 6 p.m. $100. www.athenscooks.com
Candyman (2021)
Morton Theatre 195 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesScreening of the sequel to the 1992 horror film, returning the viewer to where the urban legend began. Concessions available. 7 p.m. FREE! www.mortontheatre.com
Zombie Farms
Zombie Farms 568 Smithonia Rd, Winterville, GA, United StatesHaunted 3/4 mile trail through dark and spooky woods filled with scary monsters and creepy characters. 7:30 p.m. $33–40. www.zombiefarms.com
Don’t Lie To Me!
Work.Shop 160 Winston Dr #9, Athens, GA, United StatesComedians will tell grand tales then compete to judge whose stories are fact or fiction. 8 p.m. $10. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
Shocktoberfest
Southern Brewing Co. 231 Collins Industrial Blvd., Athens, GA, United StatesThe Ciné Drive-In presents a month of horror favorites on the big screen, featuring Friday the 13th this night. 8 p.m. (gates), 9 p.m. (film). $10. www.athenscine.com/shocktoberfest-2023
Athens Farmers Market
Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesMarkets offer locally grown groceries and handmade goods. Attendees can enjoy free live music and children’s activities. AFM doubles SNAP dollars spent at the market. Every Saturday, 8 a.m.–12 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net
10th Annual Athens Vulture Festival
ACC Landfill Outdoor Classroom 5700 Lexington Rd., Winterville, GA, United StatesThe festival is a celebration of “nature’s clean-up crew.” Learn about the importance of vultures and the role of ACC’s landfill property. 8 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/vulture
Native Plant Sale Pop-Up
Choco Pronto Coffee 700 Baxter St., Athens, United StatesRoyal Landscape & Gardens will be showcasing and selling native Georgia plants. 8 a.m.–3 p.m. www.royallandscapedesign.com
Native Plant Sale
State Botanical Garden of Georgia 2450 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse plants for sale, and experts will answer questions about incorporating native plants into every space. Oct. 5–6 & 12–13, 4–6 p.m. Oct. 7 & 14, 9 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! botgarden.uga.edu
Family Day: Spooky Shadows
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesGet in the spirit with gallery games and creating your own Halloween-inspired art. 10 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
2nd Annual Chessathon
College Avenue Athens, GAChess and Community, Inc. hosts a day of chess for all skill levels plus refreshments and the chance to win a variety of prizes. 10 a.m.–1 p.m. FREE! www.chessandcommunity.org
Steam Roller Printmaking Workshop
Lyndon House Arts Center 211 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesWork on a relief image to print by carving blocks that will be later inked on paper and fabric at a public event Oct. 28. Registration required. 10 a.m.–4 p.m. www.accgov.com/myrec
Planet Earth Rocks and Crystals Warehouse Sale
Planet Earth Rocks and Crystals 135 Mill Center Blvd., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse over 6,000 square feet of crystals and rock specimens. Oct. 12–13, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Oct. 14, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/planetearthrocksandcrystals
West Broad Farmers Market
West Broad Farmers Market 1573 W. Broad St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe market offers fresh produce, locally raised meat and eggs, baked goods, flowers, artisan goods and more. Online ordering is available Sundays–Thursdays for drive-thru pick up. Saturdays, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. www.wbfm.locallygrown.net
Resource Fair
Lay Park Community Center 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe Backpack Project of Athens hosts different local service providers, government departments and student organizations to provide community services and resources. 11 a.m.–3 p.m. FREE! www.athens.thebackpackproject.ngo
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
Family Saturdays: Art Workshop
Lyndon House Arts Center 211 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesA drop-in family-oriented series of projects inspired by current art exhibitions. This week is animal mask making with Will Eskridge. 12–2 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com
Real Friends Art Market
Buvez 585 Barber Street Suite A, Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse local, hand-made knitted apparel, functional ceramics, illustrated pieces and more. 12–3 p.m. www.instagram.com/abc_clay
Tween Builder’s Stem Club
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesDrop in and build your own creations with STEM toys like Brain Flakes, Bristle Blocks, K’nex Physics and more. Ages 8–12. 1–3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.com/oconee
Kids’ Anime Club
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesWatch anime, create art, try Japanese snacks and make new friends. All ages. 2 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Athens Pagan Pride
Downtown Athens AthensCelebrate activism and community with performances, classes, workshops and vendors. 2–10 p.m. FREE! www.athensareapagans.org/appd
Toast To The Coast
Odum School of Ecology Auditorium 140 E. Green St, Athens, GA, United StatesCelebrate those working to protect and conserve native species with oysters, cocktails, shell recycling and a DJ set by Lil Swint. 3–6 p.m. $50–100. www.ecology.uga.edu
“Over the Garden Wall”
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesScreening of the animated TV series adventure. All ages. 4 p.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreandbar.com
Chasing Coral
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens 780 Timothy Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesJim Porter will discuss the behind-the-scenes narration of what was happening moment by moment during the making of this documentary. 4 p.m. FREE! www.uuathensga.org
Rock ‘n Art in the Park
Rocket Field 200 2nd St, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesDuring this outdoor family celebration there will be mural painting, live music by The Splitz Band and food, wine and beer for sale. 5–8 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/VisitOconeeGa
Opening Reception
ATHICA 675 Pulaski St., Athens, GA, United States2023 Juried Exhibition “SURFACE” features contemporary art in all media that explores or references this title. 6–9 p.m. FREE! www.athica.org
Athens Folk Music and Dance Society Contra Dance
Memorial Park 293 Gran Ellen Dr, Athens, GA, United StatesThis community dance features live music by String Theory. 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
Athens Westie Night
The Studio Athens 160 Tracy St. Unit 8, Athens, GA, United StatesJoin a beginner dance lesson for West Coast Swing at 7 p.m. before the floor opens up for social dancing. No experience or partner required. 7–10 p.m. $5–10. www.facebook.com/AthensSwingCentral
Zombie Farms
Zombie Farms 568 Smithonia Rd, Winterville, GA, United StatesHaunted 3/4 mile trail through dark and spooky woods filled with scary monsters and creepy characters. 7:30 p.m. $33–40. www.zombiefarms.com
Boo-Le-Bark On The Boulevard
Boulevard Woods Park 298 Barber Street, Athens, GA, United StatesA “Shoot for the Stars” themed costume dog parade with vendors, food trucks and a costume contest. 3:45 p.m. FREE! www.barkonboulevard.com
Classic City Pétanque Club
Lay Park 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GANew players welcome. Scheduled days are Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays at 10 a.m; Wednesdays at 6 p.m. www.athenspetanque.org
Athens YOGA Collective
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy a yoga class on the patio. First and third Sundays, 12 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Opening Reception
State Botanical Garden of Georgia 2450 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesPainters Joshua Hatfield and Rachel Ankirskiy exhibition “Tempus Fugit — And There Goes the Sun!” will be on view. 12–2 p.m. FREE! www.botgarden.uga.edu
Rabbit Hole Sunday Market
Rabbit Hole Studios 1001 Winterville Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesSmall businesses, artists, farmers, musicians and creative entrepreneurs will be showcased. A drumming and song circle will be held for the last three hours. Every Sunday, 1–5 p.m. FREE! www.rabbitholdstudios.org/markets
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
Sunday Spotlight Tour
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesThis drop-in public tour features highlights of the permanent collection. 3 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
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
Cuban Salsa
UGA Memorial Hall 101 Sanford Dr, Athens, GA, United StatesJoin UGA Salsa Club for lessons that meet a variety of dance abilities, including beginners. Sundays, 4–6 p.m. FREE! www.ugasalsaclub.com
Bad Dog Trivia
The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Sundays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
Zombie Farms
Zombie Farms 568 Smithonia Rd, Winterville, GA, United StatesHaunted 3/4 mile trail through dark and spooky woods filled with scary monsters and creepy characters. 7:30 p.m. $33–40. www.zombiefarms.com
Shocktoberfest
Southern Brewing Co. 231 Collins Industrial Blvd., Athens, GA, United StatesThe Ciné Drive-In presents a month of horror favorites on the big screen, featuring Midsommar this night. 8 p.m. (gates), 9 p.m. (film). $10. www.athenscine.com/shocktoberfest-2023
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 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Nia Classes
RxGym 195 Miles Street Athens, Athens, GA, United StatesMindful movement for body and soul, adaptable for all ages and fitness levels. Mondays and Thursdays, 10 a.m. $15–20. [email protected]
AARP Tax-Aide Volunteer Information
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn what is involved to volunteer and provide free tax preparation for the community. 10 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.aarpfoundation.org/taxaide
Open Playtime
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesDrop in to make new friends and play with age-appropriate toys. All ages. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
White Cane Celebration
ACC City Hall 301 College Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesA community event recognizing and honoring the many achievements of blind and visually impaired Americans, followed by a group walk. 11 a.m.–1 p.m. FREE! www.multiplechoices.us
Monday Marigold Market
100 North Church Street 100 North Church St., Winterville, GA, United StatesThe market features fresh produce, preserves, snacks and meat with a lunch special available (until 2 p.m.). 11 a.m.–6 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/marigoldmarketwinterville
Classic City Rotary
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThe local chapter meets weekly. Mondays, 11:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
