Gorgeous George’s Improv League
Buvez 585 Barber Street Suite A, Athens, GA, United StatesTownie improv that invites you to bring suggestions. Wednesdays, 7 p.m. $5 suggested donation. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
Pachinko Pop
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesScreening of the 1981 action adventure film The Blazing Valiant. 7 p.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreandbar.com
Shih Tzu Not Trivia
Normal Bar 1365 Prince Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your general trivia knowledge. Wednesdays, 7 p.m. www.instagram.com/shihtzunottrivia
Shih Tzu Not Trivia
Locos Grill and Pub Eastside 1985 S Barnett Shoals Rd, AthensTest your general trivia knowledge. Wednesdays, 8 p.m. www.instagram.com/shihtzunottrivia
Toddler Thursday
OCAF 34 School St., Watkinsville, GA, United StatesDrop in for grab-and-go crafting, storytime or to look at art. Ages 2–5. 10 a.m. FREE! (members), $5 (non-members). www.ocaf.com
123 Toddler & Me
Lay Park Community Center 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesBond with your toddler using fun gym games, arts and crafts, and kitchen goodies. 10 a.m. $3 (ACC residents), $4.50 (non-residents). www.accgovga.myrec.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
Coffee Hour
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesDrop in to drink some coffee, while supplies last. Thursdays, 11 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Athentic Farmers Market
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesWeekly market featuring vendors Diamond Hill Farms, Normaltown Bread Company, Katie Bee Honey, Flossie May Forage and Grand Designs Woodworking. Thursdays, 4–7 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
Oconee County Library Friends Fall Book Sale
Oconee County Civic Center 2661 Hog Mountain Rd., Watkinsville, GA, United StatesBrowse books, children’s books, CDs, DVDs and audiobooks. Thursday is Preview Night (for members only; $10/individual, $25/family), Saturday is 50% Off Day and Sunday is $10/Bag Day. Sept. 11–14. www.oconeelibraryfriends.org
Classic Beer Styles Tasting
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesOwen Ogletree will lead a beer tasting suitable for beginner beer drinkers or lovers of classic beers. 5:30 p.m. $20. www.athenticbrewing.com
Adult Dungeons & Dragons
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesA gaming session for players of all skill levels. Ages 18 & up. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
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
Bad Dog BINGO
Amici at The Falls 8851 Macon Hwy Suite 501, Athens, GA, United StatesPlay BINGO with host TJ Wayt. Thursdays, 6 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
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
Astronomy Club
Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesDiscuss upcoming astronomical events, star watches and enjoy guest speakers. 7 p.m. FREE! [email protected]
Yoga Open House
Feel Free Yoga + Wellness 8851 Macon Hwy. Unit 305, Athens, GA, United StatesA variety of open classes offered. Registration required. 9:30 a.m.–6 p.m. FREE! www.feelfreeyogawellness.com
Storytime in the Park
Dudley Park 100 Dudley Park Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesBring a blanket, bug spray and sunscreen to enjoy songs, rhymes and stories. 10 a.m. FREE! www.accgovga.myrec.com
Fantastic Friday
Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesAn instructor supervises while a parent/caregiver leads their little ones through obstacle courses. Ages 1–4 years. Register online. 10–11:30 a.m. $7.50 (ACC residents), $11.25 (non-ACC residents). www.accgovga.myrec.com
Oconee County Library Friends Fall Book Sale
Oconee County Civic Center 2661 Hog Mountain Rd., Watkinsville, GA, United StatesBrowse books, children’s books, CDs, DVDs and audiobooks. Thursday is Preview Night (for members only; $10/individual, $25/family), Saturday is 50% Off Day and Sunday is $10/Bag Day. Sept. 11–14. www.oconeelibraryfriends.org
Morning Makers
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesJoin Ms. Hali to make themed crafts. 10:30 a.m. Ages 4–7. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
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
Athens Showgirl Cabaret Drag For All
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesEnjoy a fabulous night of open drag fun for all ages. 9 p.m. $5. www.athensshowgirlcabaret.com
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
Teen Anime Club
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesJoin other fans of manga and anime to discover books, play games, snack and watch anime. Grades 6–12. 3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Girl Scouts Love State Parks Day
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesGirl Scouts are invited to earn their junior ranger badge experiencing hands-on creek ecology. 9 a.m. $15/person, $5 parking pass/vehicle. www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
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
Yoga Open House
Feel Free Yoga + Wellness 8851 Macon Hwy. Unit 305, Athens, GA, United StatesA variety of open classes offered. Registration required. 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m. FREE! www.feelfreeyogawellness.com
Oconee County Library Friends Fall Book Sale
Oconee County Civic Center 2661 Hog Mountain Rd., Watkinsville, GA, United StatesBrowse books, children’s books, CDs, DVDs and audiobooks. Thursday is Preview Night (for members only; $10/individual, $25/family), Saturday is 50% Off Day and Sunday is $10/Bag Day. Sept. 11–14. www.oconeelibraryfriends.org
Bridge History
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesLearn about history of Watson Mill Bridge with a tour through the longest covered bridge in Georgia. 12 p.m. $5 parking pass/vehicle. www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
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
Fungi Hike
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesLearn about local fungi on a guided walk. 1:30 p.m. $5/person, $5 parking pass/vehicle. www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
El Arco Anniversary Party
Phi Kappa Theta 677 S Milledge Ave., Athens, United StatesTailgate-style event celebrating Westside Bottle Shop’s one-year anniversary and the launch of the Athens exclusive cigar EL Arco. Advance ticket required. 2 p.m. $25. www.westsidebottle.com
Magic Kingdom Trivia
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesTest your knowledge on fairy tales, famous characters and more. 3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Critter Creek Hike
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesExperience hands-on stream ecology while hiking along Beaver Creek. 3:30 p.m. $5/person, $5 parking pass/vehicle. www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
Keepin’ It Clean Dirty Dance Party
Little Kings Shuffle Club 223 W. Hancock Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesKACCB’s fundraiser will include dance performances, open dance floor time, food, face painting, a photo booth and raffles. 5–9 p.m. $5 suggested donation. www.accgov.com/dirtydanceparty
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. 7 p.m. $15/person, $5 parking pass/vehicle. www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
High Tea: A Drag Show
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesMary Jane hosts a fabulous and hilarious night of drag entertainment. 9 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
5K Trail Race
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesA park ranger leads a moderate rated trail race. Registration & waiver required. 9 a.m. $5/person, $5 parking pass/vehicle. 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
Nature Journal
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesMake your own field journal. 11 a.m. $5/person, $5 parking pass/vehicle. www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
Insectival
State Botanical Garden of Georgia 2450 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesMeet and interact with a variety of entomological experts and their buggy friends, with presenter booths, a puppet show and a butterfly release. 12–4 p.m. $5. botgarden.uga.edu
Build-a-Kit
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesMake your own outdoor kit with all supplies provided. Registration required. 1 p.m. $5/person, $5 parking pass/vehicle. www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
Oconee County Library Friends Fall Book Sale
Oconee County Civic Center 2661 Hog Mountain Rd., Watkinsville, GA, United StatesBrowse books, children’s books, CDs, DVDs and audiobooks. Thursday is Preview Night (for members only; $10/individual, $25/family), Saturday is 50% Off Day and Sunday is $10/Bag Day. Sept. 11–14. www.oconeelibraryfriends.org
Yoga Open House
Feel Free Yoga + Wellness 8851 Macon Hwy. Unit 305, Athens, GA, United StatesA variety of open classes offered. Registration required. 1:30–5:30 p.m. FREE! www.feelfreeyogawellness.com
Golden Pantry 60th Anniversary Celebration
Wire Park 111 S. Barnett Shoals Rd., Watkinsville, GA, United StatesEnjoy free prizes, beer, biscuits and a diaper drive supporting the Athens Area Diaper Bank. 2–5 p.m. www.instagram.com/goldenpantry