Calendar Picks
Skyway Man, Jay Gonzalez | Thursday, June 8 @ 8:00 pm | Flicker Theatre & Bar
Skyway Man, Jay Gon... Flicker Theatre & Bar
Hot Corner Festival | Saturday, June 10 @ 11:00 am | Downtown Athens
Hot Corner Festival Downtown Athens
Joe Pettis: A Live Comedy Special Recording | Saturday, June 10 @ 8:00 pm | 40 Watt Club
Joe Pettis: A Live ... 40 Watt Club
SaBaCha Dance Social
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United States7:30–11 p.m. $10. www.hendershotsathens.com
SABACHA DANCE SOCIAL DJ L.A. Darius leads a Latin dance party with salsa, bachata, merengue and cha-cha-cha. An hour-long lesson is followed by open dancing.
Skyway Man, Jay Gonzalez
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesAttaboy Tapes Presents. 8 p.m. (doors), 9 p.m. (show). $10. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
SKYWAY MAN Oakland-based cosmic country artist James Wallace shares songs from The World Only Ends When You Die.
JAY GONZALEZ Athens songwriter and multi-instrumentalist with an affinity for classic pop melodies.
Robert Lee Coleman
The World Famous 351 N Hull St., Athens, GA, United StatesHot Corner Festival. 8:30 p.m. $20 suggested donation. www.facebook.com/HotCornerORG
ROBERT LEE COLEMAN A pioneer of soul and funk who has played with legends Percy Sledge and the JB's, James Brown's backing band.
FLOYD WEAVER Guitarist performing favorite R&B selections.
Open Mic
@local. Coffeehouse & Study Lounge 198 College Ave., Athens, GA, United States9–11 p.m. bookinglivelocalmusic@gmail.com
OPEN MIC Held every Thursday.
Hot Corner After Party
The World Famous 351 N Hull St., Athens, GA, United StatesHot Corner Festival. 9 p.m. www.facebook.com/HotCornerORG
GROWN FOLKS AFTER PARTY DJ George spins a collection of soul, funk and old school.
Meet & Play
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesDrop in for facilitated open play with age-appropriate toys. Best for ages 6 & under. Every Friday, 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Chalk the Block
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesTeens are invited to cover the sidewalks around the library in chalk art. 4–5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Grand Slam
Lay Park 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GAThis summertime program includes games, giveaways, guest speakers, life enrichment activities, music, refreshments, sports and more. Registration required. Ages 11–17. 6–9 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/grandslam
Dixieland Five
International Grill & Bar 1155 Mitchell Bridge Rd., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/IGBAthensGA
DIXIELAND FIVE Five-piece Dixieland jazz band.
Gospel Extravaganza
First AME Church 521 N. Hull St., Athens, GA, United StatesHot Corner Festival. 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/HotCornerORG
GOSPEL EXTRAVAGANZA Celebrate the annual Hot Corner festival with an evening of gospel music.
Best of Atlanta Comedy
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesLaughing Skull Lounge and Aubrey Entertainment present the best of Atlanta’s comedians. 7 p.m. (doors). $12–50. www.hendershotsathens.com
Dark Entries Karaoke
Buvez 585 Barber Street Suite A, Athens, GA, United States7–10 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/darkentriesathens
DARK ENTRIES KARAOKE Sing your favorite song from a curated catalog of classic to modern goth, post-punk, punk and industrial.
Ramblin’ Country Band
VFW Post 2872 835 Sunset Dr, Athens7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $10. www.facebook.com/vfwpost2872
RAMBLIN' COUNTRY BAND Georgia-based band playing country, western and rock classics.
Chris Staples, Dave Kirslis
Bolo Bolo Athens 160 Winston Drive #2, Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. $15. www.instagram.com/bolo.bolo.ath
CHRIS STAPLES Seattle-based indie pop songwriter sharing songs off of his sixth full-length album, Cloud Souvenirs.
DAVE KIRSLIS Skilled guitarist and songwriter of Cicada Rhythm plays some solo tunes.
Newport Transplant, Terrestrial Troubadours, The Lickskillets
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. (doors), 9 p.m. (show). $10. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
NEWPORT TRANSPLANT Dynamic honky-tonk band straddling punk rock and sci-fi wonder.
TERRESTRIAL TROUBADOURS Cosmic country act from Chattanooga.
THE LICKSKILLETS Southern Gothic bluegrass.
Marie Marie, Nightingail, Iain Cooke
Ciné Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. $10. www.athenscine.com
MARIE MARIE '60s pop-inspired group in the songwriting vein of The Beatles and Brian Wilson.
NIGHTINGAIL Fledgling alternative folk-pop project out of Atlanta fronted by Abby Cooke that combines influences ranging from Caroline Polachek to Simon and Garfunkel.
IAIN COOKE Member of Swing Theory and Sun Trick Pony performs solo.
Jackyl, Shaker
Georgia Theatre 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $30. www.georgiatheatre.com
JACKYL Formed in 1991, this band's sound straddles hair metal and Southern rock.
SHAKER Classic rock and roll band with a big arena sound.
Mark Plemmons, Acoustic Jam
Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesAthens Farmers Market. 8 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.athensfarmersmarket.net
MARK PLEMMONS Talented local pianist. (8 a.m.)
ACOUSTIC JAM Bring an acoustic instrument and join in. (10 a.m.)
Trial Gardens Open House
UGA Trial Gardens 1030 W. Green St., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy garden tours, purchase a variety of plants for sale and vote on your favorite plant to win the People’s Choice Award. 9 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! ugatrial.hort.uga.edu
Authentic Indian Artifacts Exhibition
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesVisitors can view prehistoric Native American artifacts from Georgia and the surrounding area and a demonstration of primitive tool technology. 9 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Transformed! 2023
Grace Fellowship Church 1120 Malcom Bridge Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesCollege of Athens presents a teaching conference featuring several sessions from four different speakers throughout the day. 9 a.m.–4 p.m. $35. www.collegeofathens.edu
Family Day: Juneteenth
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesCelebrate and learn about Juneteenth while participating in fun Art Cart activities. 10 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
Unspoken Community Dialog Session
Team Up Mentoring 601 South Madison Ave., Monroe, GA, United StatesParticipants are encouraged to share personal stories and experiences while exchanging perspectives inspired by the documentary Unspoken. 10 a.m.–1 p.m. FREE! unspoken.film/communitydialog
The Anatomy of a Flower
Little Rose Farm 2421 Elder Mill Rd., Watkinsville, GA, United StatesThe flower will be used to teach about the Golden Ratio, and students will create a flower crown. Attendees are asked to bring lunch. Ages 10–15. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. $35–40. www.ocaf.com
Art of Nature Day Camp
Little Rose Farm 2421 Elder Mill Rd., Watkinsville, GA, United StatesStudents will participate in two art workshops: Movement and Cycles in Nature, and Design in Nature and the Anatomy of a Flower. Ages 6 & up. Registration required. 10 a.m. $35 (OCAF members), $40 (non-members). ocaf.com/avada_portfolio/art-of-nature
Winterville School Class(es) Reunion
Winterville First Baptist Church 305 N Church St., Winterville, GA, United StatesThose who have any connection to Winterville School are invited to reconnect with their peers. 10:30 a.m. $15. bezxander@yahoo.com
Hot Corner Festival
Hot Corner Washington and Hull Streets, Athens, GA, United States11 a.m.–10 p.m. www.facebook.com/HotCornerORG
HOT CORNER FESTIVAL In addition to vendors, speakers and dancers, the festival presents live music by Wim Tapley & The Cannons, DK, John Dunn, Mack2Tone, Molly Tu Hott, Ant Da Ripper, After Hourz Band, Splitz Band and more.
Hot Corner Festival
Downtown Athens AthensThe annual festival features vendors, an award ceremony, a car and bike show, food, speakers and live entertainment on the historic Hot Corner block. 11 a.m.–10 p.m. FREE! www.hotcornerathens.weebly.com
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. reallyreallyfreemarketathens@gmail.com, www.facebook.com/RRFMAthens
Peace, Love & Puppets
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesThat Puppet Guy will lead a musical, educational puppet show followed by puppet crafts. 2 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
MK Strother
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United States6 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
MK STROTHER Fiddle player and singer from Washington, GA performing country, bluegrass and old-timey melodies.
Tin Chicken Band
Front Porch Bookstore 102 Marigold Ln., Winterville6 p.m. FREE! Find Front Porch Bookstore on Facebook
TIN CHICKEN BAND No info available.
Night of Enchantment
Innovation Amphitheater 1005 Austin Rd., Winder, GA, United States6 p.m. (doors), 7 p.m. (show). $25. www.innovationamphitheater.com
NIGHT OF ENCHANTMENT Juan T of Moon Voices presents a night of contemporary, ambient and Celtic music with harpist MEKO, Voice of Aria and violinist Rebecca Zapen.
Bishop and the Bassix
International Grill & Bar 1155 Mitchell Bridge Rd., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. $25. www.facebook.com/IGBAthensGA
BISHOP AND THE BASSIX Dance tunes that bring the richness of soul and smokiness of blues.
EDDie halfasS
Gyro Wrap 114 College Ave., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/halfassband
EDDIE HALFASS "Athens' 872nd favorite band" plays a blend of country, rock, Americana, pop and blues.
Joe Pettis: A Live Comedy Special Recording
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesAtlanta-based comedian who has performed at over 30 various comedy festivals is recording a special live set. 8–10 p.m. $10. www.40watt.com
A Glitch Night’s Dream
ATHICA 675 Pulaski St., Athens, GA, United StatesA Glitch Night’s Dream. 8 p.m. Donations encouraged. www.athica.org
MR BLANK Artist-in-ATHICA Mux Blank presents a sound and theater performance as part of his month-long residency at the gallery.
POOSE THE PUPPET Strange, fun-spirited and absurd puppet show from New Orleans.
John Kiran Fernandes, Laura Camacho & Davy Gibbs Trio, Shane Parish, Wolfi
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United States8 p.m. $10. www.hendershotsathens.com
JOHN KIRAN FERNANDES, LAURA CAMACHO & DAVY GIBBS TRIO Modal jazz and folk forms trio featuring clarinet, upright bass and drums.
SHANE PARISH Master guitarist and fearless explorer of rhythm and timbre.
WOLFI Indie folk informed by folk traditions from around the world.
MrJordanMrTonks
@local. Coffeehouse & Study Lounge 198 College Ave., Athens, GA, United States9 p.m. bookinglivelocalmusic@gmail.com
MRJORDANMRTONKS Tommy Jordan and William Tonks' collaboration features rootsy guitar picking and paired vocal melodies.
Classic City Pétanque Club
Lay Park 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GANew players welcome. Scheduled days are Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays at 10 a.m. www.athenspetanque.org
Art + Wellness Studio
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesArt therapist Meg Abbot will lead in exploring art and creating something together. RSVP by email to gmoa-tours@uga.edu. 2–4 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
Athentic Bluegrass Jam
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United States2–5 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
ATHENTIC BLUEGRASS JAM Players of all skill levels are invited to participate in this open jam, which strives to unite members of the local folk music community.
Aquatic Soul Band
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesLive at the Library. 3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
AQUATIC SOUL BAND Performing tributes to R&B, Motown and soul legends.
Monday Funday
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesJoin Ms. Donna for songs, fingerplays, storytelling and STEAM activities. Ages 3–6 years. Registration suggested. 10 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Gentle Hatha Yoga
Athens Community Council on Aging 135 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesMcKenzie Raymond from Feel Free Yoga leads this class. All skill levels welcome. Every Monday, 1–2 p.m. $5 (CAL members), $10 (non-members). abarefoot@accaging.org
STEM Baseball
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesMLB Players STEM League is a baseball-inspired program that brings to life the energy of the sport through a board game. For upper elementary and middle school. 5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
