Calendar Picks
AOC Twilight Criterium | Saturday, April 26 @ 6:30 am | Downtown Athens
AOC Twilight Criterium Downtown Athens
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
Napalm Death, Melvins, Dark Sky Burial, Weedeater | Tuesday, April 29 @ 6:00 pm | 40 Watt Club
Napalm Death, Melvi... 40 Watt Club
Marty Winkler
No. 3 Railroad Street #3 Railroad St., Arnoldsville, GA, United States6 p.m. www.3railroad.org
MARTY WINKLER Jazz, pop and folk singer-songwriter.
Quintet Athens
Southern Brewing Co. 231 Collins Industrial Blvd., Athens, GA, United StatesHoppy Holidays. 6:30–8:30 p.m. www.sobrewco.com
QUINTET ATHENS Professional wind quintet performing a laid-back set of Christmas carols.
The Nutcracker
The Classic Center 300 N. Thomas St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine will perform the classic fairytale set to Tchaikovsky’s beloved score. Dec. 22, 7 p.m. Dec. 23, 2 p.m. $32–42. www.classiccenter.com
Princess in Royal Blue Band
VFW Post 2872 835 Sunset Dr, Athens7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). www.facebook.com/vfwpost2872
PRINCESS IN ROYAL BLUE BAND Motown, soul, blues and smooth R&B.
The Wild Jordan Tonk-Cats, Squalls-22
Marigold Auditorium for Arts and Culture 373 N. Church St., Winterville7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $10–20. bit.ly/MarigoldDec22
THE WILD JORDAN TONK-CATS An all-star group of local veteran musicians perform danceable, soulful covers and originals.
SQUALLS 22 Experience '80s Athens magic as original Squalls members Bob Hay and Diana Torell perform backed by the Wild Jordan Tonk-Cats.
Drivin N Cryin, VOLK
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors). $25 (adv.), $30. www.40watt.com
DRIVIN' N CRYIN' Legendary Atlanta band playing hard-charging, Southern-inspired rock.
VOLK Thrashing, twangy indie-rock folk outfit from Nashville.
Athens Showgirl Cabaret Fabulous Friday
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesEnjoy a Christmas Drag show to close out the 2023 season. Ages 18 & up. 9 p.m. $5. www.athensshowgirlcabaret.com
Holiday Adoption Event
ACC Animal Services 125 Buddy Christian Way, Athens, GA, United StatesThe shelter is hosting a holiday drop-in event with special prices and volunteer adoption counselors to help match you with a pet. 12–3 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/Athenspets
Last Minute Gift Market
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesMore than 40 local vendors will offer original art, bath and beauty products, sustainable fashion and more with live music. 1–7 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
The Nutcracker
The Classic Center 300 N. Thomas St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine will perform the classic fairytale set to Tchaikovsky’s beloved score. Dec. 22, 7 p.m. Dec. 23, 2 p.m. $32–42. www.classiccenter.com
Mary & The HOT Hotty-Hots
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesChristmas Eve-Eve Concert. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
MARY & THE HOT HOTTY-HOTS Hot jazz and swing band offering music from the 1910s, '20s and '30s.
Phil Kline’s Unsilent Night
Downtown Athens Athens7:30 p.m. FREE! [email protected]
PHIL KLINE'S UNSILENT NIGHT An annual tradition held across the world, Unsilent Night is a boombox parade and moving sound sculpture in which participants play the composition from audio players in unison. The parade will meet at Little Kings Shuffle Club and end outside of the 40 Watt Club.
Phil Kline’s Unsilent Night
Little Kings Shuffle Club 223 W. Hancock Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesParade through downtown to the UGA quad with handheld speakers playing holiday music. 7:30 p.m. FREE! [email protected]
Solstice Sisters
Hendershots Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. SOLD OUT! www.hendershotsathens.com
SOLSTICE SISTERS An annual holiday show by the three-piece outfit of sisterhood and soul.
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
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
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
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.
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
Tween Movie
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesScreening of The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe film. 3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
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
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
Standup Comedy
The Root 1235 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy a lineup featuring touring comic Jay Light as well as Keonna Scott and Lanny Farmer, hosted by Owen Hunt. Registration required. 6–9 p.m. FREE! www.eventbrite.com/e/comedy-in-five-points-with-jay-light-tickets-686952522487
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
Big Band Athens
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United States8 p.m. $10. www.hendershotsathens.com
BIG BAND ATHENS 18-member Athens band whose swinging tunes consist of cover music from the '40s to the '70s.
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
Celebrate Recovery Free Dinner
Living Hope Church 2150 Lexington Rd., Athens, United StatesChrist-centered 12-step program to help anyone with heart hurt, hang-up or habit. Free childcare, and bus route accessible. 5:30 p.m. (dinner), 6:30 p.m. (large group). FREE! 706-207-2396
Beloved Apothecary’s Sacred Space
1001 Winterville Rd. Athens, GA, United StatesThis week’s gathering serving alcohol alternative beverages will highlight shamanic journeying with Stephanie. Fridays, 6 p.m. $20 suggested donation. www.instagram.com/beloved_apothecary
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
Wrap It Up Show
Ciné Athens, GA, United StatesWrap It Up Show: Bye Bye 2023. 8 p.m. $15–20. www.athenscine.com
HUSTLERS BY NATURE Motorhead2x, Quezzy Poet and Helluva Swagg perform.
HITMAN SAMMY SAM Atlanta artist sharing his new album, Grady Baby, that drops Christmas Day.
TONY B Longtime Athens rapper with a smart, polished style.
The Hernies, Nihilist Cheerleader, Pervert, Hunger Anthem
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. (doors). $12. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
THE HERNIES Athens funk-rock outfit of trippy, sound-bending music.
NIHLIST CHEERLEADER Raw riot grrrl-inspired punk that's a pitch-perfect blend of snotty and sunny, earnest and sardonic.
PERVERT Brilliantly wrecked, inner core-heavy rock.
HUNGER ANTHEM Indie garage rock trio from Athens with head banging energy.
Mythology of the Planets
Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesAttendees will journey through the night sky, exploring the great beyond and learning about moons. Ages 5 & up. Registration required. 10 a.m. $5 (ACC residents), $7.50 (non-residents). www.accgovga.myrec.com
All Day New Years Eve Eve
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesCome hang out and play board games and card games with your friends. 10 a.m.–6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Author Talk
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesAuthors Brigette A. Herron and Scott Creney discuss and sign copies of their book The Story of the B-52s: Neon Side of Town. 3–5 p.m. FREE! www.avidbookshop.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
Beat Up, Anarchy for Assholes, 69 Dudes
Buvez 585 Barber Street Suite A, Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. www.instagram.com/buvez_athens
BEAT UP Local punks resisting the darkest timeline.
ANARCHY FOR ASSHOLES OG crusty punks from Oklahoma City playing low and slow Oi.
69 DUDES Athens misfits on a mission to write 69 punk songs, each exactly 69 seconds long.
The Pink Stones, Elijah Johnston, Lilly Hiatt, Clover County
Georgia Theatre 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $20. www.georgiatheatre.com
THE PINK STONES Local cosmic country band with a lighthearted, twangy charm.
ELIJAH JOHNSTON Athens-based emo singer-songwriter with hooky guitar-driven tunes.
LILLY HIATT Lighthearted Nashville indie-rock artist with a pop twist.
CLOVER COUNTY Local singer-songwriter whose wandering feminine sound is inspired by soft indie pop.
Caughy, Aiden Prince, Jac
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. (doors). $10. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
CAUGHY Atlanta-based artist combining assorted synthesizers, drum machines and vocals to create simple yet charmingly vulnerable productions.
AIDEN PRINCE No info available.
JAC No info available.
Hayride, Donkey Punch
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors). $10. www.40watt.com
HAYRIDE Long-running local three-piece rock band led by guitarist Kevin Sweeney.
DONKEY PUNCH Raucous, long-running local hard-rock band.
Snuki, Gasket, Agency, Ixian
Ciné Athens, GA, United States9 p.m. $10. www.athenscine.com
SNUKI Local hardcore punk band fronted by Thomas Kim.
GASKET Baltimore band blending crust punk, old school hardcore and metal touring behind a new EP, Dull the Needle.
AGENCY West Virginia hardcore influenced by Cursed, His Hero is Gone and Baptists.
IXIAN Harsh blackened noise project by Daniel Shroyer.
