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
Read to Rover
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesDrop in to read a story to certified therapy dog Maisy Jane. Ages 4 & up. 4 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
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
Displaced in the New South
Ciné Athens, GA, United StatesScreening of the documentary by David Zeiger in celebration of the new exhibit on display in the Richard B. Russell Library. 5:15 p.m. www.athenscine.com
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
Teens Dungeons & Dragons
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesJoin the volunteer led role-playing adventure where you can fight dragons, join an army, go on a quest in distant lands and more. 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
Music BINGO Night
South Main Brewing 1725 Electric Ave., Suite 140, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesUltimate Hiking Team Walking Wanderers hosts a game night in support of ending childhood cancer. 6 p.m. www.ultimatehike.org
Open Studio
Chase Park Warehouse, Unit 4, Suite #10 160 Tracy St. Unit 4 Suite 10, Athens, United StatesArtist Christina Habibi’s work will be on view with guest artist Joy Giusto. 6–9 p.m. FREE! www.habibiart.com
Multi-Author Book Signing
The Classic Center 300 N. Thomas St., Athens, GA, United StatesA number of featured authors will sign books in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month. 6–9 p.m. www.thejpnnetwork.com
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
Open Generative AI Debate
Phi Kappa Hall Phi Kappa Hall, Athens, United StatesThe Phi Kappa Literary Society is hosting a debate on whether or not generative AI is detrimental. 7 p.m. FREE! www.phikappauga.org
Next Act Dream Roles Cabaret
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin performance group Next Act for an evening of classic Broadway tunes and musical numbers. 7 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.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
Breathing Room
Revolution Therapy and Yoga 675 Pulaski St., Athens, GA, United StatesA seated breath and guided meditation class with open space for discussion or individual reflection. 6 p.m. $10. www.revolutiontherapyandyoga.com
History Film Series
UGA Fine Arts Building Room 400 255 Baldwin Street, AthensScreening of the 1946 classic film A Matter of Life and Death. 6 p.m. FREE! history.uga.edu
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
Barechuckle
Flying Squid Comedy 150 Fritz Mar Lane, Athens, GA, United StatesTwo teams of improvisors battle for the winning title. 8 p.m. $10. www.flyingsquidcomedy.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
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
Journey Through The Stars
Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn about the night sky with an immersive planetarium program. Ages 5 & up. Registration required. 10 a.m. $5 (ACC residents), $8 (non-residents). www.accgov.com/myrec
Talk Like A Pirate Day
Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesAll ages are welcome to celebrate with outdoor activities, live animal encounters and more. 11 a.m.–1 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/myrec
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
Interactive Story Lab
Flying Squid Comedy 150 Fritz Mar Lane, Athens, GA, United StatesWatch or join on the stage local theater artists as they explore and experiment with new interactive techniques and story ideas. Third Saturdays, 2 p.m. $5 suggested donation. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
The Bogart Browncoat Bash
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesCelebrate the 20th anniversary of “Firefly” with a screening, cosplay optional. 3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
The Hothouse
work.shop 160 Winston Dr. #9, Athens, GA, United StatesAn improv comedy show that pokes, prods and stretches reality until it verges on the surreal featuring LeeAnn Peppers, Bradley Bazzle and Matt House. 8 p.m. $10. www.hattmouse.com/shows
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
20s–30s Speed Dating
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesA meet and mingle followed by speed dating sessions for ages 20–30. 2–6 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
Author Talk
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesAuthor and archivist Valerie J. Frey will discuss their newest work Georgia’s Historical Recipes that explores historical recipes. 3 p.m. FREE! www.acclibrary.org
STMA Annual Meeting
Steffen Thomas Museum of Art 4200 Bethany Rd., Buckhead, GA, United StatesAll are welcome to attend the museum’s annual meeting with refreshments and view the new art exhibitions. 3 p.m. FREE! www.steffenthomas.org
Yoga Festival
State Botanical Garden of Georgia 2450 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesAll ages and all levels of practice are welcome to join the yoga community for 108 Sun Salutations in the garden. 5:30 p.m. $15. botgarden.uga.edu
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
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 Miss Harli
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesBuild early literacy skills through songs, letters, 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
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
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
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
Painting with Mr. Desmond
Heard Park & Community Center 400 McKinley Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin Mr. Desmond for creative painting. Ages 6–12. Registration required. 4 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/myrec
Athens Photography Guild
Lyndon House Arts Center 211 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesChris Greer will discuss filming a television show that is dedicated to landscape photography. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athensphotographyguild.wordpress.com
Music Bingo
Johnny's New York Style Pizza 1040 Gaines School Rd Suite 219, Athens, GA, United StatesJoin in to play music BINGO. Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.johnnyspizza.com