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
Morning Paddle
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesEnjoy a ranger-led paddle on the river. Registration required. 9:15 a.m. $15/person, $5 parking pass/vehicle.. www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
Story Stroll in the Park
Southeast Clarke Park 4440 Lexington Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesTake a walk, read a story and explore nature all at the same time. 10 a.m. FREE! www.accgovga.myrec.com
First Saturday Park Play
Ben Burton Park 615 Mitchell Bridge Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesFamily groups can engage in hikes, games and activities to learn, build and explore. 10 a.m. FREE! www.accgovga.myrec.com
African American Genealogy Shared Interest Group
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn and share research stories, problem-solving techniques, and tools that are focused on African American genealogy. 10 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Pop-Up Trail Talk
Southeast Clarke Park 4440 Lexington Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn more about natural spaces in Athens with family-friendly activities, giveaways, and ways to get involved with the trails. 10 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.accgovga.myrec.com
Butterflies & Brunch
RSVP for Location Athens, GA, United StatesThis fundraiser for the Middle Oconee Conservation Corridor will feature a presentation, brunch and a short hike on the property. 10 a.m. $45. www.oconeeriverlandtrust.org
Athens Water Festival
Sandy Creek Park 400 Bob Holman Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy music and magic, swim in the lake and meet animals. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. $2 (park entry). www.athenswaterfestival.com
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
Tree ID Hike
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesLearn about local plant life on a guided walk. 1 p.m. $5/person, $5 parking pass/vehicle. www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
Fine Fettle Tailgate
Fine Fettle 3035 Atlanta Hwy, Athens, GeorgiaWatch the game, and enjoy food and live music. 1–6 p.m. FREE! www.finefettle.com
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/person, $parking pass/vehicle. www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
LEGO Mania
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesDrop in to free build and create. All ages. 3–5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
UGA vs Austin Peay
Sanford Stadium 100 Sanford Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesCheer on the Georgia Bulldogs football team as they face the Governors. 3:30 p.m. www.georgiadogs.com
Anyone Can Paint
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesFollow along to paint a beach scene using two colors and learning a new oil painting technique. Supplies provided. Registration required. 4 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Afternoon Kaya Paddle
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesEnjoy a ranger-led paddle on the river. Registration required. 5:15 p.m. $15/person, $5 parking pass/vehicle. www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
Groovy Nights
VFW Post 2872 835 Sunset Dr, AthensDust off the disco ball, grab a dancing partner and enjoy tunes from the ’70s and ’80s as well as an epic lip sync battle. Proceeds benefit Project Safe. 7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $35–50. www.project-safe.org
Gone Country Night
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy music from popular country musicians, line dancing and themed cocktails. 7:30–11 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
Re-Phil Night School Comedy Show
work.shop 160 Winston Dr. #9, Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy improv, stand-up, crowd work and food for this home-grown show’s return. 9 p.m. $12 (adv.), $16. www.workshopathens.com
Morning Paddle
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesEnjoy a ranger-led paddle on the river. Registration required. 9:15 a.m. $15/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
Creek Critters Hike
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesExperience hands-on stream ecology while hiking along Beaver Creek. 11:30 a.m. $5/person, $5 parking pass/vehicle. www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
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
Crafternoon
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesBring your crafting project to work on and connect with other artists in the community. First Sundays, 2:30–4 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Get Loud, Get Local
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesA workshop series geared towards young adults to learn about protest rights, running for office, understanding your local reps, organizing with impact and more. 3–5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Afternoon Kayak Paddle
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesEnjoy a ranger-led paddle on the river. Registration required. 3:15 p.m. $15/person, $5 parking pass/vehicle. www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
World War II Talk
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesAs part of the library’s History Lecture Series historian Rod Davis will talk about The Doolittle Raid of 1942. 4 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
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
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
Bread for Life 2025 Golf Tournament
The Georgia Club 1050 Chancellors Dr., Statham, GA, United StatesEnjoy breakfast and a day of golf. Proceeds benefit Bread for Life which helps to support local teens training in the hospitality field . 8 a.m. (registration), 9 a.m. (tee-off). $150. www.classiccenter.com/384/Bread-for-Life
Adult Trips
Howard Park & Community Center 291 Henderson Ext., AthensLeisure Services offers roundtrip travel to Harrah’s Casino in Cherokee, NC. 8:15 a.m.–7 p.m. $15 (ACC resident), $25 (non-resident). www.accgov.com/myrec
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
Storytime with Ms. Harli
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesDrop in to learn early literacy skills with songs, language fun, stories and STEAM. Ages 3–7. Mondays, 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
Vietnamese Class
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesInstructor Martine Thy Nguyen will lead a class on the basics of Vietnamese. 6–7 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Second Monday Line Dancing Lessons
Ciné Athens, GA, United StatesLearn two to three line dances. All ages, no experience required. 6:30–7:30 p.m. (beginner lesson), 7:30–9 p.m. (social dancing). $10. www.athenscine.com
Shih Tzu Not Trivia
Fully Loaded Pizza Kitchen (Normaltown) 1298 Prince Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your general trivia knowledge. Mondays, 7 p.m. www.instagram.com/shihtzunottrivia
Tiny Picasso
Howard Park & Community Center 291 Henderson Ext., AthensPlay a game and explore your artistic side, this month trying apple stamping. Ages 1.5–4. 10 a.m. $4 (ACC residents), $6 (non-residents). www.accgovga.myrec.com
Toddler Tuesday: Big and Bold
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy art and storytime in the galleries, then complete an art activity. Ages 18 months to 3 years. RSVP by email. 10 a.m. FREE! [email protected]
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
BINGO Bash
Howard Park & Community Center 291 Henderson Ext., AthensPersons with developmental disabilities are invited to play for prizes. Ages 18 & up. Registration required. 10:30 a.m. $2 (ACC resident), $3 (non-resident). www.accgovga.myrec.com
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
Memoir Writing Group
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesDuring this monthly group, hear memoirs from others and learn tips on how to write your own. 5:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Family Craft Night: Candle Workshop
Lay Park Community Center 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesBring the family to create a personalized candle. 6 p.m. $15 (ACC resident), $22.50 (non-resident). www.accgov.com/myrec
Rock ‘n Roll Trivia
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host The Music Man. Second Tuesdays, 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com