Hummingbird Festival
Classic City Flowers & Nursery 10325 Double Bridges Rd, Winterville, GeorgiaBrowse arts, crafts, flowers and more along with local musical acts and a food truck on site. 9 a.m.–6 p.m. www.classiccityflowers.com
Classic City Petanque Club Tournament
Lay Park 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GAThe second annual FPUSA SE Region Mixed Triples Petanque tournament will feature 26 teams competing from around the Southeast. May 18–19, 9 a.m.–6 p.m. FREE! www.athenspetanque.org
Family Day: Eye Witness
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesView the exhibition “Kei Ito: Staring at the Face of the Sun” with interactive gallery activities and a take-home art project. 10 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
Magic Show
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesKeith Karnok and his trusty sidekick Vern, the talking-singing Gooney Bird, will put on a wacky show. All ages. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Family Movie Morning
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesStop in for a photo opportunity with The Princess of Athens as “Cruella” and then watch a children’s movie about Dalmations who number over 100. 11 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
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
Historic Athens Preservation Celebration
Morton Theatre 195 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesBefore the 55th Preservation Awards ceremony, enjoy behind-the-scenes tours of historic buildings and a reception with live music and treats. 2–8:30 p.m. $35–65. bit.ly/55tour
Chess Club
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesDrop in for open chess play for all skill levels. 3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Atheist Society of Athens Meet & Greet
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesNon-prophet discussions with friends and neighbors. Third Saturdays, 4 p.m. FREE! www.atheistsocietyathens.org
ARTWORK Workshop Series
Lyndon House Arts Center 211 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesArtists and creative professionals will learn about starting a creative business with Willow Tracy. Registration suggested. 5:30–7 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/LyndonHouseArts
9th Annual Bark & Wine
Historic Smithonia Farm 2289 Crawford Smithonia Rd, Colbert, United StatesThe Madison-Oglethorpe Animal Shelter’s largest fundraiser of the year features dinner, dessert, wine, live music, silent auctions and raffles. 6–10 p.m. $60. www.moaspets.com/barkandwine
Athens Folk Music and Dance Society Contra Dance
Memorial Park Administration Building 293 Gran Ellen Drive, Athens, United StatesThis community dance features caller Stuart Whipple and live music by Neverland Ramblers. 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
The Cemetery Club
The Elbert Theatre 100 S. Oliver St., Elbert, GA, United StatesThree Jewish widows navigate life, new love and the challenges of friendship in this heartfelt performance. May 10–11 & 17–18, 7 p.m. May 12 & 19, 2 p.m. $9-17. www.bigtickets.com/events/elbert-theatre
Opening Reception
Ciné Athens, GA, United StatesBrothers Kinetics Skateboards and Art Revolts are hosting a “Wolves and Rabbits” skateboard deck release. 7–10 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/brotherskinetics
Classic City Wrestling
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesA night of high flying, power slamming independent wrestling, with a side of rock and roll by The Pink Stones. 7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $15–25. www.40watt.com
Steffen Thomas: Rock & Chisel
Steffen Thomas Museum of Art 4200 Bethany Rd., Buckhead, GA, United StatesScreening of the documentary about artist Steffen Thomas with access to tour the museum and a food truck on site. 7:30 p.m. FREE! www.steffenthomas.org
Classic City Petanque Club Tournament
Lay Park 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GAThe second annual FPUSA SE Region Mixed Triples Petanque tournament will feature 26 teams competing from around the Southeast. May 18–19, 9 a.m.–6 p.m. FREE! www.athenspetanque.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
Athens Showgirl Cabaret ’80s Drag Brunch
Hendershots Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy some brunch and 8’0s themed drag entertainment. Open to all ages. 11 a.m. $35. www.athensshowgirlcabaret.com
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 StatesPainter Kathy Rogan sells her original oil paintings to benefit Parkinson’s research. 12–2 p.m. FREE! botgarden.uga.edu
Athens Athletic Hall of Fame Luncheon
UGA Center for Continuing Education & Hotel 1197 South Lumpkin Street, Athens, GAThe class of 2024 will be introduced along with the winners of the Fosky Henderson Community Service Awards. 1 p.m. $35. www.athenshalloffame.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
Classic City Pétanque Club
Lay Park 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GANew players welcome. Scheduled days are Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays at 1:30 p.m. [email protected], www.athenspetanque.org
The Cemetery Club
The Elbert Theatre 100 S. Oliver St., Elbert, GA, United StatesThree Jewish widows navigate life, new love and the challenges of friendship in this heartfelt performance. May 10–11 & 17–18, 7 p.m. May 12 & 19, 2 p.m. $9-17. www.bigtickets.com/events/elbert-theatre
Art + Wellness Studio
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesArt therapist Meg Abbot will lead in exploring art and creating something together. RSVP by email. 2–4 p.m. FREE! [email protected]
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
Remembering Those Who Served
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesA reading of the names and ranks for the WWII veterans who will be honored on dedication pages as well as an opportunity for families to share memories. 3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Pups & Pints
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThe patio will be full of adoptable dogs with a free pour for every adoption. Third Sundays, 3–6 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
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
Athens Skatepark Project Community Meeting
Nuçi's Space 396 Oconee St., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn more about the Athens Skatepark Project’s mission to increase access to safe, high-quality skateparks around Athens. 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.athensskateparkproject.org
Tournament of Topics and Live Podcast
The Globe 199 N Lumpkin St, AthensCompetition with a variety of comedians riffing on random topics head-to-head hosted by Levi Crumely. 9 p.m. $5. www.athenscomedy.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
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThe local chapter meets weekly. Mondays, 11:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Open Chess Play
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesDrop in for a game open to all skill levels with light refreshments served. Mondays, 3–5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Teen D&D Club
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesJoin a one-shot game open to all skill levels, including Dungeon Masters, with a prize drawing at the end of the evening. Grades 6–12. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Athens Athletic Hall of Fame Banquet
UGA Center for Continuing Education & Hotel 1197 South Lumpkin Street, Athens, GAThe formal induction ceremony will recognize the class of 2024 and community service award winners. 6 p.m. $60. www.athenshalloffame.com
Third Monday Book Club
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesDiscuss books chosen by the group. New members welcome. Third Mondays, 7 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
General Trivia with Erin
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Erin. Mondays, 7–9 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Classic City Trivia
Dooley's Bar and Grill 259 E Broad St, Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Garrett Lennox. 7 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ClassicCityTriviaCo
Bad Dog Trivia
LumberJaxe 510 N Lumpkin St, Athens, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Mondays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
Trivia with Marissa
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Marissa. 8 p.m. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
Sake Bomb Open Mic Comedy
Cozy Bar 179 N. Jackson St., Athens, GA, United StatesWatch a variety of comedians perform new material or join in with your own standup routine. Mondays, 9 p.m. FREE! www.athenscomedy.com
Athens Athletic Hall of Fame Golf Tournament
UGA Golf Course 2600 Riverbend Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesCompete on the green with a reception and awards ceremony at the end of the afternoon. 7 a.m. www.athenshalloffame.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. [email protected], www.athenspetanque.org
Worthy Writers
Oglethorpe Co. Library 858 Athens Rd., Lexington, GA, United StatesAll genres and experience levels are encouraged to join to learn tips, meet fellow writers, discuss possible topics and read from individual works. 12:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oglethorpe
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
Knot Just For Knitters
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesBring your own crafting project to work on while chatting with fellow crafters. Tuesdays, 3–5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
