Calendar Picks
AOC Twilight Criterium | Saturday, April 26 @ 6:30 am | Downtown Athens
AOC Twilight Criterium Downtown Athens
Madison Fest | Saturday, April 26 @ 10:00 am | Madison Town Park
Madison Fest Madison Town Park
Dawgstock | Sunday, April 27 @ 12:00 pm | The Foundry
Dawgstock The Foundry
Julien Baker & TORRES | Monday, April 28 @ 7:00 pm | Georgia Theatre
Julien Baker &... Georgia Theatre
Meditation Monday
Sisters of the Moon 297 Prince Ave, Suite 17, Athens, United StatesJoin others for a collective tarot reading followed by a guided meditation, breath work, journal prompts and more. All ages. 7–8:30 p.m. FREE! www.shopsotm.com
Monday Trivia with Erin
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Erin. 7–9 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Classic City Trivia
Dooley's Bar and Grill 259 E Broad St, Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Garrett Lennox. 7 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ClassicCityTriviaCo
Three Star Cinema
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesScreening of the 1989 Japanese Zatoichi-based American film Blind Fury. 7 p.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreandbar.com
Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis
Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall 230 River Rd., Athens, GA, United States7:30 p.m. SOLD OUT! pac.uga.edu
JAZZ AT LINCOLN CENTER ORCHESTRA WITH WYNTON MARSALIS Led by acclaimed composer and musician Winton Marsalis, this versatile group performs big band versions of the season's greatest hits in "Big Band Holidays."
Bad Movie Night
Ciné Athens, GA, United StatesA kickboxing vigilante priest with psychic powers joins a skid row church and hunts down evildoers in the devout disaster The Divine Enforcer. 8 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/BadMovieNight
Classic City Pétanque Club
Lay Park Community Center 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesNew players welcome. Scheduled play days are Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays at 1:30 p.m. [email protected], www.athenspetanque.org
Classic City Pétanque Club
Lay Park 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GANew players welcome. Scheduled days are Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays at 1:30 p.m. [email protected], www.athenspetanque.org
West Broad Farmers Market and Garden
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesVendors will be on site with fresh produce, local fare, rare plants, artisan goods and more. Tuesdays, 5–8 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Mystery Book Club
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesJoin Dr. Penny Mills to discuss Wilkie Collins’s detective novel The Moonstone. 5:30–6:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Video Art Showcase
ATHICA 675 Pulaski St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe exhibition “Vibration/Telepathy” will feature 16 single-channel works. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.athica.org
Classic City Trivia
Akademia Brewing Co. 150 Crane Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Garrett Lennox. 7 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ClassicCityTriviaCo
Bad Dog Trivia
Amici Athens 233 E Clayton St, Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Tuesdays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
Rabbit Box Storytelling: Stand Up
VFW Post 2872 835 Sunset Dr, AthensThis month’s storytelling theme is “Stand Up,” covering a range of topics from standing up for yourself to being a stand up person. 7–9 p.m. $10. www.rabbitbox.org
Indie Music Bingo
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesWin prizes at this indie music-themed music bingo night with host Mari. 7–9:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
UGA Jazz Ensembles
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United States7 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.com
UGA JAZZ ENSEMBLES Featuring traditional big band instrumentation.
Jake Brower, Scott Spillane EXP, Infinte Favors
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
JAKE BROWER Whimsical bubblegum pop.
SCOTT SPILLANE EXP The Neutral Milk Hotel member plays hypnotic folk-rock.
INFINITE FAVORS Featuring members of Pride Parade, Los Meesfits and Cars Can Be Blue.
Busy Bee Toddler Time
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesJoin Ms. Donna for rhymes, songs, puppets and a story. 10 a.m. & 11 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Tour At Two
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesThese drop-in public tours feature highlights of the permanent collection. 2 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
LEGO & Builder’s Club
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesDrop in to use LEGOs and other building materials. All ages. 3:30–5:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Film Athens
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesMeet and network with others in the filmmaking community (actors, directors, etc.) during happy hour. 5 p.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreandbar.com
Salsa Dancing
Starland Lounge & Lanes 145 E. Clayton St., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin SALSAthens for Cuban salsa lessons that meet a variety of dance abilities, including beginners. Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. (advanced), 7:30 p.m. (beginner/intermediate). $10. [email protected]
Classic City Trivia
The Local 706 1676S Lumpkin St, Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Garrett Lennox. 7 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ClassicCityTriviaCo
Gorgeous George’s Improv League
Buvez 585 Barber Street Suite A, Athens, GA, United StatesTownie improv that invites you to bring suggestions to help create improv magic. Every Wednesday, 7 p.m. $5 suggested donation. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
Whiskies of the Levant
J's Bottle Shop 1452 Prince Avenue, AthensLearn about the unique whiskies of Lebanon and Israel by sampling. 7–9 p.m. $25. www.eventbrite.com/cc/whiskies-of-the-world-2578279
Ghastly Horror Society
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesScreening of the 2023 ’90s-style SOV horror film A Corpse for Christmas, followed by a virtual Q&A with director Brewce Longo. 7 p.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreandbar.com
Music Bingo
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesWin prizes at this music bingo night with host Mari. 7–9:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Silent Films and Cocktails
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesSettle in with a drink for a night of silent film showings. 7 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.com
Mixed Media
Hugh Hodgson School of Music 250 River Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesEdge Hall. 7:30 p.m. FREE! [email protected]
MIXED MEDIA A recital of contemporary saxophone quartet music.
Watchhouse, Allison De Groot & Tatiana Hargreaves
Georgia Theatre 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States6:30 p.m. (doors), 7:30 p.m. (show). $40. www.georgiatheatre.com
WATCHHOUSE Duo singer-songwriter group with profound chemistry whose grassroots songs explore heartbreak and mystery.
ALLISON DE GROOT & TATIANA HARGREAVES Banjo and violin players weaving their own soft folk genre.
Dr. Fred’s Karaoke
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States9 p.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreandbar.com
DR. FRED'S KARAOKE Featuring a large assortment of pop, rock, indie and more.
The Naysayers, The Downstairs, Handholder
Nowhere Bar 240 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. (doors), 9 p.m. (show). $10. bit.ly/NowhereBarNov29
HANDHOLDER A group whose multi-genre sound ranges from folk to rock to electronic.
THE DOWNSTAIRS Athens indie-rock quartet that is building a name for itself with high energy live performances.
THE NAYSAYERS Seven-piece indie rock band that incorporates elements of punk and pop into its lyrical ballads.
Nia Classes
RxGym 195 Miles Street Athens, Athens, GA, United StatesMindful movement for body and soul, adaptable for all ages and fitness levels. Mondays and Thursdays, 10 a.m. $15–20. [email protected]
Classic City Pétanque Club
Lay Park 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GANew players welcome. Scheduled days are Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays at 1:30 p.m. [email protected], www.athenspetanque.org
Diamond Hill Farm Stand
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesVegetables and fresh flowers are available on hand and pre-ordered. Every Thursday, 4–6 p.m. www.diamondhillfarmathens.com
Wheel of Sexual Satisfaction
Sisters of the Moon 297 Prince Ave, Suite 17, Athens, United StatesSex therapist Amanda Auchenpaugh will teach how to assess and communicate sexual satisfaction with partners. 6 p.m. $25 (individual), $35 (couple). www.facebook.com/sistersofthemoon222
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
Tarot & Tea
Indie South 470 Hawthorne Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesExplore, learn and practice with tarot cards. Attendees encouraged to bring a deck and materials. Last Thursdays, 6–8 p.m. $10. www.theindiesouth.com
Evergreen Wreath Workshop
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesCreate your own hand-tied, fresh evergreen wreath. All supplies and tools provided. Registration required. 6 p.m. $45. [email protected]
Thursday Trivia
Johnny's New York Style Pizza 1040 Gaines School Rd Suite 219, Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Jon Head. 6:30 p.m. www.johnnyspizza.com
Club Ned Anime Society
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin club members to watch and discuss episodes of “Future Boy Conan,” “Crossing Time” and more. 6:30–8:30 p.m. FREE! www.animefandom.org
Shari Directs, Matt Pless
JOKERJOKER Gallery 145 Vine St, Athens, GA, United StatesLIVE In The Studio. 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.jokerjokertv.com/watch
SHARI DIRECTS Atlanta filmmaker discusses the new film A Date with an ATL Man.
MATT PLESS JOKERJOKERtv presents a virtual performance. Elements of folk, punk, pop, rap, rock and even country.
Bad Dog Trivia
The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Thursdays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
Comedy In The Taproom
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesAthens Comedy presents a monthly show of national touring comedians, this night featuring headliners Jas Gill and Brad Deaton. $7.50–15. 7–9:30 p.m. www.facebook.com/athenscomedy
Umphrey’s McGee
Georgia Theatre 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $52.50. www.georgiatheatre.com
UMPHREY'S MCGEE Six-piece jam band formed 24 years ago in South Bend, IN.
Dividers, Marcel Sletten, Organically Programmed
Buvez 585 Barber Street Suite A, Athens, GA, United StatesPrimordial Void Presents. 7 p.m. $10. www.facebook.com/buvezathens
DIVIDERS L.A. cosmic country shredders signed to Primordial Void. For fans of lo-fi jangle rock and mangled tape collages.
MARCEL SLETTEN California-born and Athens-based electronic music producer, composer and artist whose sound varies from peaceful to intense.
ORGANICALLY PROGRAMMED Electronic space-themed act utilizing primitive drum machines and synthesizers to create disco-pop, jazz and easy listening inspired compositions.
Annual Holiday Concert
Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall 230 River Rd., Athens, GA, United States7:30 p.m. $10 (w/ UGA ID), $25. pac.uga.edu
ANNUAL HOLIDAY CONCERT Ensembles from the UGA School of Music perform kick off the holiday season.
Jay Gonzalez, Darren Jessee
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. (doors). $12. www.flickertheatre.com
JAY GONZALEZ Athens songwriter and multi-instrumentalist with an affinity for '70s power pop melodies.
DARREN JESSEE North Carolina singer-songwriter and member of Ben Folds Five who is touring his intimate and soft new album, Central Bridge.
Rock, Paper, Scissors Tournament
Wonderbar 240 E. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesThere are six ways to win this classic game with a twist for a $50 first prize. 9:30 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/wonderbarathens
