Calendar Picks
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
Shadowfist Power Lunch
Tyche's Games 1056 S. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United StatesCome down with your lunch and play Shadowfist. New players welcome. 12 p.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com
Curator Talk
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesAsen Kirin, Parker Curator of Russian Art, will give a gallery talk about portraiture in the Martha Thompson Dinos Gallery. 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
Wine Tasting
Tapped Athens Wine Market 297 Prince Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesCelebrate the end of Dry January with a variety of Spanish wines as well as small bites. 6:30 p.m. $40. www.tappedathens.com/upcomingevents
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]
The 1619 Project
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens 780 Timothy Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesView episodes of the Hulu series “The 1619 Project,” and discuss issues it raises around the consequences of slavery and contributions of Black Americans. 6:45 p.m. FREE! www.uuathensga.org/1619uufa
Gorgeous George’s Improv League
Buvez 585 Barber Street Suite A, Athens, GA, United StatesTownie improv that invites you to bring suggestions. Wednesdays, 7 p.m. $5 suggested donation. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
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
Exquisite Desolation
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesScreening of the film. 7 p.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreandbar.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
Lowertown, Nihilist Cheerleader, Coma Therapy, Telemarket
Georgia Theatre 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $20. www.georgiatheatre.com
LOWERTOWN Duo creating a lo-fi indie blend of electronica and folk.
NIHILIST CHEERLEADER Raw riot grrrl-inspired punk that's a pitch-perfect blend of snotty and sunny, earnest and sardonic.
COMA THERAPY Muscular dark wave goth influenced by post-punk and no wave.
TELEMARKET Driving, angular indie-rock band from Athens.
The Downstairs, Neat Freak, Karma Kat
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors). $8 (adv.), 10. www.40watt.com
THE DOWNSTAIRS Athens indie-rock quartet that is building a name for itself with high energy live performances.
NEAT FREAK New Athens band.
KARMA KAT Athens band melding jazz, indie and pop for an innovative sound.
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
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
Teen Dungeons & Dragons
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesVolunteer-led gaming session for teens of all skill levels. Grades 6–12. 6–7:45 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
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
Rick Fowler Acoustic Band
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesBlues and Brews Residency. 6–8:30 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
RICK FOWLER ACOUSTIC BAND Original, guitar-driven local blues-rock group. Every first Thursday of the month.
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,” “Samurai Champloo” and more. 6:30–8:30 p.m. FREE! www.animefandom.org
Oconee Rivers Audubon Society
Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesMateo Fennell will speak about native tree species that benefit birds and detecting tree diseases. 7–8 p.m. FREE! www.oconeeriversaudubon.org
Atomic Age Film Series
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesPresented in conjunction with the exhibition “Kei Ito: Staring at the Face of the Sun,” watch the film screening of Hiroshima, Mon Amour. 7 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
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
Kolby Cooper, Payton Smith
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors). $20 (adv.), $25. www.40watt.com
KOLBY COOPER Young Texan making a name for himself in country music.
PAYTON SMITH Louisiana native singer-songwriter and self-taught guitarist playing country.
Jameson Talk, Florence Cardigan, Recess Party
Georgia Theatre 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $18. www.georgiatheatre.com
JAMESON TANK High-energy alternative rock band fronted by Jameson Tankersley.
FLORENCE CARDIGAN Local group offering funk, punk and jazz-inspired indie rock.
RECESS PARTY Up-and-coming local Athens alternative rock band with an energetic and upbeat sound.
A$$$$CAT & Lanny’s Comedy Show
Hendershots Athens, GA, United StatesMembers of Flying Squid Comedy perform improvised scenes inspired by a guest monologist followed by standup performances by local comedians hosted by Lanny Farmer. First Thursdays, 8 p.m. $10. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
Aaron Boyd, W.D. Miller
The Root 1235 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/therootathens
AARON BOYD Kentucky singer-songwriter with raw and honest lyrics.
W.D. MILLER Honky-tonk country hymns and folky ballads inspired by John Prine, Merle Haggard and Tom Waits.
Marcel Sletten, King Lord, letthe.meatcake
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesPrimordial Void Presents. 8 p.m. $10. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
MARCEL SLETTEN The Primordial Void founder and composer spins alien club and industrial tracks with world music influences.
KING LORD Viv Awesome (Jellybean, ex-Rubber Udder) selects dark techno and hardstyle bangers.
LETTHE.MEATCAKE Local artist Alva Persons plays dancefloor-ready dub and techno deep cuts.
Comedy in the Cellar
Onward Reserve 146 East Clayton Street, Athens, GA, United StatesAthens Comedy presents a triple feature with Lan Lacin, Emily Holden and Kenny Smallhorn. Thursdays, 8:30–10:30 p.m. $7–12. www.facebook.com/athenscomedy
Native Plant Propagation
State Botanical Garden of Georgia 2450 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn the basics of propagating native wildflowers and shrubs. Registration required. 9 a.m.–1 p.m. $50. www.botgarden.uga.edu
Homeschool Series
Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn more about Georgia’s symbols by diving into animals and plants that represent the state. 10 a.m. $4 (ACC residents), $6 (non-residents). accgovga.myrec.com
UGA Wind Symphony
Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall 230 River Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesPiedmont Athens Regional Performances for Young People. 10 a.m. SOLD OUT! pac.uga.edu
UGA WIND SYMPHONY The program "The Magic of Music" includes selections from the Harry Potter films and other beloved magical classics.
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
Mahjong Club
Winterville Cultural Center 371 N Church St, Winterville, GA, United StatesLearn to play the ancient Chinese game of Mahjong. Tuesdays & Fridays, 1–4 p.m. $1. www.wintervillecenter.com
Adam Schoenberg
Dancz Center for New Music Hugh Hodgson School of Music Building, Athens, GA, United States4:10 p.m. FREE! music.uga.edu
ADAM SCHOENBERG Emmy Award-winning and Grammy-nominated composer who has been named among the Top 10 most performed living composers by orchestras in the U.S.
First Fridays
Southern Brewing Co. 231 Collins Industrial Blvd., Athens, GA, United StatesKick off the weekend with live music, an on-site food truck and a mini-market featuring local vendors. First Fridays, 5–10 p.m. FREE! www.sobrewco.com
Athens Wine Weekend
The Classic Center 300 N. Thomas St., Athens, GA, United StatesSamples wines with different tasting events taking place in benefit of The Classic Center Cultural Foundation. Feb. 2, 5:30 p.m. Feb. 3, 12:15 p.m. Feb. 4, 11:30 a.m. $50 & up. www.classiccenter.com
Beloved Apothecary’s Sacred Space
1001 Winterville Rd. Athens, GA, United StatesThis week’s gathering serving alcohol alternative beverages will highlight flow jams with Athens Middle Eastern Orchestra. Fridays, 6 p.m. $20 suggested donation. www.instagram.com/beloved_apothecary
Chess Club
Winterville Cultural Center 371 N Church St, Winterville, GA, United StatesJoin others for a weekly chess competition. Fridays, 6–10 p.m. FREE! www.wintervillecenter.com
Friday Night Initiative
Online: Tyche's GamesLearn how to play a new roleplaying game. New players welcome. 7 p.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com
Father Daughter Dance
Braselton Civic Center 27 East Lake Drive, Braselton, United StatesThe Kiwanis Club of North Gwinnett hosts its 15th annual dance with proceeds benefitting the club’s community service. Feb. 2, 7–9 p.m. Feb. 3, 5–7 p.m. & 8–10 p.m. $100. www.northgwinnettkiwanis.com
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Athens Academy 1281 Spartan Ln., Athens, GA, United StatesThe Athens Academy Middle School Drama Department presents Shakespeare’s classic, magic-infused comedy play. Feb. 2–3, 7 p.m. Feb. 4, 2 p.m. $2 (students), $5 (adults). www.athensacademy.org
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, '80s and J-Pop.
The Ain’t Sisters, Ralph Roddenbery
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $12 (adv.), $15. bit.ly/3uAqTmd
THE AIN'T SISTERS Atlanta-based folk group fronted by Arrie Bozeman and Barb Carbon.
RALPH RODDENBERY Dynamic blend of Americana, roots rock and a twist of the blues.
Wyatt Flores
Georgia Theatre 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). SOLD OUT! www.georgiatheatre.com
WYATT FLORES Nashville country artist originally from Oklahoma for fans of Jason Isbell and Sturgill Simpson.
LANCE ROARK Oklahoma-based singer-songwriter painting pictures of joy, heartache and the beauty of everyday life.
small talk, BIG SHOW
Work.Shop 160 Winston Dr #9, Athens, GA, United StatesA late night talk show hosted by Matt House featuring Kelly Petronis and the musical stylings of libbaloops. 8–9:15 p.m. $10. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
Ancient Infant, Hensleys, Chris Rudasill, Sunset Electric
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. (doors). $12. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
ANCIENT INFANT Hard indie rock with elements of social commentary, introspection and a tenacity for tackling heavy topics through riffed out driven music. Celebrating the release of Panda In Japan!
HENSLEYS Atlanta four-piece band blending punk, alternative and hyper-jazz rock.
CHRIS RUDASILL Florida-based singer-songwriter with passionate lyrics and a flare for showmanship and rootsy rock and roll.
SUNSET ELECTRIC Two-piece rock and roll band hailing from Greenville, SC that pairs an aggressive, feedback-saturated wall of sound with catchy hooks and authentic lyricism.
Muddy Ruckus
Nowhere Bar 240 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States9:30 p.m. $10. www.facebook.com/NowhereBarAthens
MUDDY RUCKUS Portland, ME power duo playing a grungy style of railroad indie punk blues.
