New players welcome. Scheduled play days are Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10 a.m. and Sundays at 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. vicepresident@athenspetanque.org

Edwardian style and classic farce ensue in this play presented by Town & Gown Players when middle-class Englishman Monty Narvarro learns he is the “son of the daughter of the grandson of the nephew of the second Earl of Highhurst.” $20. bit.ly/Gentlemansguide

See over 100,000 balloons and sculptures crafted by professional artists. 2–5 p.m. FREE! (reservations required). www.classiccenter.com/balloonshowcase

There will be a book discussion on The Southern Awakening: A Black Man’s Guide to Liberating the Rural South and a presentation by Barnard “The Barber” Sims. 3–4:30 p.m. www.athenslibrary.org

New players welcome. Scheduled play days are Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10 a.m. and Sundays at 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. vicepresident@athenspetanque.org

Top three teams win prizes with free beer pitchers to winning teams between rounds. Hosted by John Bellerjeau. Sundays, 6 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens

Artists, musicians, writers and creatives meet to discuss the book The Artist’s Way: A Spiritual Path to Higher Creativity by Julia Cameron. Every Sunday, 6:30 p.m. Donations welcome. beth@beththompsonphotography.com, www.24thstreetathens.com

Linnentown: Urban Renewal, White Supremacy and the University of Georgia is a 22-minute documentary about the destruction of a thriving Black community on Baxter Street in 1962. The film premiere will be followed by a panel discussion with director Alex Benoit, Linnentown first descendants Hattie Thomas Whitehead and Christine Davis Johnson, ACC Commissioner Russell Edwards, and Athens Reparations Action President Alys Willman. Donations will support Athens Reparations Action. 6–7:30 p.m. FREE! www.athensreparationsaction.com

This month’s categories include the 1960s, sleep and back to school. 8 p.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreandbar.com

New players welcome. Scheduled play days are Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10 a.m. and Sundays at 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. vicepresident@athenspetanque.org

Basic level course to learn how to open and save word documents, how to arrange text and change fonts and size. Registration required. 10–11 a.m. www.athenslibrary.org

"Preschool Storytime” for children and their caregivers is held Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. www.athenslibrary.org/oconee

Join the Friends of the Georgia Museum of Art for their annual meeting (via Zoom), which will include the introduction of the 2022–23 Friends Board of Directors and the presentation of the M. Smith Griffith Volunteer of the Year Award. Go online to register or join. 6 p.m. www.bit.ly/friends-annual-22, www.jointhemuseum.com    

Disconnect to connect with a phone-free, laptop-free happy hour featuring drink specials, snacks, games and a record player. Every Tuesday, 6–9 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.com

Top three teams win prizes with free beer pitchers to winning teams between rounds. Hosted by TJ Wayt. Tuesdays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens

Learn to play the greatest game you’ve never heard of. RSVP. Wednesdays, 9–11:30 a.m. FREE! athenspetanqueclub@gmail.com

Book club discussing West With Giraffes by Lynda Rutledge. 10:30 a.m. www.athenslibrary.org

Explore the work of contemporary artist Rocio Rodriguez with Callan Steinmann, curator of education. 2 p.m. www.georgiamuseum.org

Markets offer fresh produce, flowers, eggs, meats, prepared foods and a variety of arts and crafts. Live music begins at 6 p.m. AFM doubles SNAP dollars spent at the market. Every Wednesday, 5–8 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net

Come out for some home-grown townie improv. Bring some interesting suggestions and a loose funny bone to help create some improv magic on the spot. Every Wednesday, 7 p.m. $5 suggested donation. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com

Enjoy a  lineup featuring comics from Athens and Atlanta as well as newcomers. Hosted by Noell Appling. Every Wednesday, 8 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.com

New players welcome. Scheduled play days are Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10 a.m. and Sundays at 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. vicepresident@athenspetanque.org

Enjoy a free yoga class in the art galleries led by instructors from Five Points Yoga. Free and open to both beginner and experienced yogis. Attend in person or via Zoom. Email to reserve an in-person spot or go online to join via Zoom link. 6 p.m. gmoa-tours@uga.edu, www.georgiamuseum.org    

Many local art galleries stay open late the third Thursday of every month for after-hours viewing. Check the website for this week's participating venues. 6–9 p.m. www.3thurs.org

Jon Head hosts trivia every Thursday. Win pitchers and gift certificates. 7–9 p.m. www.johnnyspizza.com

Edwardian style and classic farce ensue in this play presented by Town & Gown Players when middle-class Englishman Monty Narvarro learns he is the “son of the daughter of the grandson of the nephew of the second Earl of Highhurst.” $20. bit.ly/Gentlemansguide

Athens Choral Society presents a summer show, “The Fabulous 50s,” as part of its 50th-anniversary celebration. Aug. 19–20, 7:30 p.m. Aug. 20, 2:30 p.m. $15. www.athenschoralsociety.com

Edwardian style and classic farce ensue in this play presented by Town & Gown Players when middle-class Englishman Monty Narvarro learns he is the “son of the daughter of the grandson of the nephew of the second Earl of Highhurst.” $20. bit.ly/Gentlemansguide

Markets offer locally grown groceries and handmade goods. Attendees can enjoy free live music and children's activities. AFM doubles SNAP dollars spent at the market. Every Saturday, 8 a.m.–12 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net

Over 20 vendors offer a variety of fresh produce, local honey, fresh-cut flowers, unique crafts, dog treats, fresh gelato, homemade pasta, locally sourced meats and eggs, plants and more. Many vendors offer pre-ordering options and curbside pickup. Saturdays, 9 a.m.–12 p.m. www.oconeefarmersmarket.net

Every third Saturday of the month enjoy a variety of engaging shows taking place on the Theatre in the Woods stage. Experience music, laughter and connection in nature. 9:30–11 a.m. www.facebook.com/botgarden

Southern Star Studio is a collective ceramics studio, established by Maria Dondero in 2016. The gallery contains members’ work, primarily pottery. See new works by resident artists. Saturdays, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. www.southernstarstudioathens.com

The market offers fresh produce, locally raised meat and eggs, baked goods, flowers, artisan goods and more. Online ordering is available Sundays–Thursdays for drive-thru pick up. Saturdays, 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. www.wbfm.locallygrown.net

Join the Friends of the Georgia Museum of Art for an in-person event to kick off Friends Appreciation Month with prizes, a photo booth, activities for the entire family, refreshments and much more. Registration strongly encourage. 1 p.m. www.bit.ly/friends-appreciation-22, www.jointhemuseum.com

Paint to soothing music and discuss local issues. Supplies provided. All skill levels welcome. Saturdays, 3–5 p.m. Donations accepted. www.aadmovement.org

Meet members of the Athens Area Pagans and discuss Pagan Pride Day. Meetings held every Saturday, 5 p.m. Donations encouraged. beth@athensareapagans.org

Come out for a Drag For All show. All ages welcome. 8 p.m. FREE! www.athensshowgirlcabaret.com