Star Light, Star Bright Planetarium Program
Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn about the different sizes and colors of stars, with a demonstration on how they make energy. Registration required. 10 a.m. $5 (ACC residents), $8 (non-residents). www.accgov.com/myrec
Genealogy of Houses
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn the research methods and resources needed to trace architectural changes and significant events at a property. Registration required. 10 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Beginners Adaptive Pickleball Clinic
Thomas Lay Park 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn how to play adaptive pickleball, and enjoy refreshments and door prizes. Registration required. 10 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! [email protected]
Art & Craft Supply Swap
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesBring excess or no-longer-needed craft supplies and get new (to you) supplies. 10 a.m.–1 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Madison in May Tour of Homes
Various Locations Athens, GA, United StatesThe self-guided tour will feature a selection of Madison’s historic and traditional homes. May 16–17, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. $40. www.mmcc-arts.org
Abnormal Bazaar
Indie South 470 Hawthorne Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThis market features vendors selling soaps, jewelry, vintage, vinyl and more. Third Saturdays, 11 a.m.–3 p.m. www.theindiesouth.com
Historic Athens Preservation Celebration
First Christian Church of Athens 268 W. Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesAfter the 56th Preservation Awards ceremony, enjoy a self-guided tour of historic church architecture and a VIP reception with hors d’oeuvres. 12:30–8:30 p.m. $35–80. bit.ly/springshowcase25
Improv Comedy with Matt House
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesLearn the basics of improv comedy. 2 p.m. FREE! [email protected], www.hattmouse.com/classes
Fun With Online Newspaper Archives
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesAn introduction on how utilize and research online newspaper archives from the Library of Congress and the Digital Library of Georgia. 2 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Inclusive History
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens 780 Timothy Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesAuthor and historian Michael Thurmond will speak on the history of inclusiveness followed by a Q&A. 3 p.m. FREE! www.uuathensga.org
Atheist Society of Athens
Jittery Joe's 1480 Baxter St, Athens, GANon-prophet discussions with friends and neighbors. Third Saturdays, 4 p.m. FREE! www.atheistsocietyathens.org
Late Spring Artist Market
The Old Pal 1320 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesBrowse various art and food vendors. 5–7 p.m. www.theoldpal.com
Farm Dinner
Diamond Hill Farm 545 Millstone Cir, Athens, GeorgiaEnjoy a farm tour, drinks, a grazing table and family style meal with all proceeds going towards addressing food insecurity in the local area. 5–8 p.m. $100–110. www.diamondhillfarmathens.com
AFMDS Contra Dance
Memorial Park Administration Building 293 Gran Ellen Drive, Athens, United StatesThis community dance features caller Janet Shepherd and live music by D/S/M. No partner required. 6:30 p.m. (intro session), 7–10 p.m. (dance). $12 (adults), $10 (students w/ ID), 17 & under FREE! www.athensfolk.org
Plant BINGO
Foxglove Plantbar 1063 Baxter Street, Athens, GA, United StatesLearn more about plants, and win plant prizes. 7 p.m. $30. www.instagram.com/foxgloveplantbar
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 Nicholas Mallis and the Borealis. 7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $20–30. www.40watt.com
No Place Like Home
Morton Theatre 195 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe Studio Athens Adult Dance Company presents a journey of dance through the magical land of Oz. May 16–17, 7:30 p.m. $7 (student), $10 (adult). www.thestudioath.com
Matilda the Musical
Oconee Youth Playhouse 1050 Jamestown Blvd, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesOconee Youth Playhouse presents the classic story by Roald Dahl. May 16–17 & 24, 7:30 p.m. May 18 & 24–25, 2:30 p.m. $15 (students), $20 (adults). www.oconeeyouthplayhouse.com
Silent Book Club
Foxglove Plantbar 1063 Baxter Street, Athens, GA, United StatesBring a book and enjoy peaceful reading time with other book lovers. 9:30–11 a.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/foxgloveplantbar
Classic City vs. Peach State Roller Derby
Fun Galaxy Athens 3030 Cherokee Rd, Athens, GA, United StatesThe Classic City Rollergirls take on Peach State’s team. 10:30 a.m. (doors). $15. www.classiccityrollergirls.com
Crash Course for On-Screen Acting
Flying Squid Comedy 150 Fritz Mar Lane, Athens, GA, United StatesLearn how to practice for on–screen acting, building a portfolio, finding an agent and more. 11 a.m. $60. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
Athens Drag Brunch
Hendershots Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy brunch and Zodiac themed drag entertainment. 11 a.m. $10 (show only), $25 (brunch and show). www.athensshowgirlcabaret.com
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
Matilda the Musical
Oconee Youth Playhouse 1050 Jamestown Blvd, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesOconee Youth Playhouse presents the classic story by Roald Dahl. May 16–17 & 24, 7:30 p.m. May 18 & 24–25, 2:30 p.m. $15 (students), $20 (adults). www.oconeeyouthplayhouse.com
Sunday Afternoon 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
Animal Activism & Rescue Meet-Up
Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, GeorgiaJoin representatives from Cotton Branch Farm Sanctuary and Vincent’s Place Sanctuary as they discuss animal rights activism, sanctuary life and how to become an advocate. 3–6 p.m. FREE! www.givebutter.com/athensmeetup
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
Bad Dog Trivia
The Globe 199 N Lumpkin St, AthensTest your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Sundays, 6 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
Athens Got Talent
Terrapin Beer Co. 265 Newton Bridge Road, Athens, GA, United StatesThe Cottage Sexual Assault Center & Children’s Advocacy Center will host an all-ages talent show with activities for kids, games, music, food and drink. 6–8:30 p.m. $15–20. www.northgeorgiacottage.org
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
Xcellent Brunch
First AME Church 521 N. Hull St., Athens, GA, United StatesExplore the works of Malcolm X with trivia, tributes and testimonies, and meet the 2025 honorees. Registration required. 10 a.m. www.p4r.today
Funny Femmes
Flying Squid Comedy 150 Fritz Mar Lane, Athens, GA, United StatesAn all-femme showcase featuring comedians from Athens and Atlanta. 8:30 p.m. $7 (adv.), $10. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
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
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
Third Monday Book Club
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesDiscuss books chosen by the group. New members welcome. 7 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
General Trivia
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge. Mondays, 7–9 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
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
Bad Movie Night
Ciné Athens, GA, United StatesA gang of post-apocalyptic scavengers discover a stash of food and water that is guarded by hundreds of blood-thirsty rodents in Rats: Night of Terror. 8 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/BadMovieNight
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
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
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
