Calendar Picks
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
Love is a Blue Tick Hound
Town & Gown Players 115 Grady Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThe performance is a collection on four one-act plays ruminating on the various woes of life. Mar. 1–2, 8 p.m. Mar. 3, 2 p.m. $5. www.townandgownplayers.org
Tinsley Ellis
Rialto Club 500 College Ave., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. $20 (adv.), $25. www.indigoathens.live
TINSLEY ELLIS Seasoned blues-rock singer and guitarist from Atlanta celebrates the recent release of his first-ever solo acoustic album, Naked Truth.
The Keenan McKenzie Orchestra
UGA New Dance Theatre 263 W. Green St., Athens, GA, United StatesClassic City Swing 9 Saturday Dance. 8–11 p.m. $15 (w/ UGA ID), $30. www.classiccityswing.com
THE KEENAN MCKENZIE ORCHESTRA This 14-piece ensemble boasts an all-star lineup of swing jazz veterans from North Carolina, New York, New Orleans and Georgia.
Plastic Duck Armada, Smaxxon, Lo Wave, G. Bronco’s Broken Dream Machine
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesThis Is Not a Music Fest 2024. 8 p.m. (doors). $10. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
PLASTIC DUCK ARMADA Original dance rock band fronted by singer-songwriter Greg Do.
SMAXXON No info available.
LO WAVE No info available.
G. BRONCO'S BROKEN DREAM MACHINE No info available.
rickoLus, David Barbe Plus, Fabulous Bird
Nowhere Bar 240 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States9 p.m. $10. www.facebook.com/NowhereBarAthens
RICKOLUS Jacksonville, FL singer-songwriter with a power pop tinged garage rock sound.
DAVID BARBE PLUS Member of Mercyland and Sugar joins friends for a special set.
FABULOUS BIRD Catchy, lo-fi indie rock with the character of old guitars and drums that've been collecting dust in a garage for years.
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. 9 a.m. FREE! www.uuathensga.org/1619uufa
8th Annual Athens Rock, Gem, Mineral, Fossil and Jewelry Show
The Classic Center 300 N. Thomas St., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse the wares of over two dozen independent dealers of all things geologic. Mar. 1–2, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Mar. 3, 11 a.m.–5 p.m. $8 (adults), FREE! (12 & under). www.classiccenter.com
Athens YOGA Collective
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy a yoga class on the patio. First and third Sundays, 12 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
The Power of Pleasure
Revolution Therapy and Yoga 675 Pulaski St., Athens, GA, United StatesThis workshop focuses on the pelvic floor, pleasure and sexual health in perimenopause and menopause. 12 p.m. $60. www.revolutiontherapyandyoga.com
All Are Welcome Spring Market
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United States12–6 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
ALL ARE WELCOME SPRING MARKET Sisters of the Moon presents over 50 vendors and performances by DJ Charlie Flower, DJ De La Luna, Ecstatic Dance Athens, Jesse Williams and Robots N Aliens.
All Are Welcome Spring Market
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse over 50 local vendors with live music entertainment throughout the day. Mar. 2–3, 12–6 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
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
Love is a Blue Tick Hound
Town & Gown Players 115 Grady Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThe performance is a collection on four one-act plays ruminating on the various woes of life. Mar. 1–2, 8 p.m. Mar. 3, 2 p.m. $5. www.townandgownplayers.org
Movies by Moonlight
Morton Theatre 195 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe ACC Leisure Services Department will host an indoor event with the film Dreamgirls. 3 p.m. (doors), 4 p.m. (screening). FREE! www.accgov.com
Bad Dog Trivia
Southern Brewing Co. 231 Collins Industrial Blvd., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Sundays, 4 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
Swan Lake
The Classic Center 300 N. Thomas St., Athens, GA, United StatesThis detailed ballet production features hand-painted sets and over 150 radiant costumes. 6 p.m. $35–80. www.classiccenter.com
Hibbs Family Band, Tony Holiday, Rodney Sanders
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United States7 p.m. $12. www.hendershotsathens.com
HIBBS FAMILY BAND Quartet of family members combining the textures and rhythms of bluegrass and folk music with alt-rock melodic sensibilities and lyricism.
TONY HOLIDAY Harmonicist and singer carrying forward the rich traditions of Memphis' soul and blues.
RODNEY SANDERS Local singer-songwriter and acoustic guitarist with a soul-stirring voice.
Improvement Movement, Sunset Honor Unit, Four Eyes
Buvez 585 Barber Street Suite A, Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. www.facebook.com/buvezathens
IMPROVEMENT MOVEMENT Psychedelic pop band from Atlanta.
SUNSET HONOR UNIT Sentimental pop from Atlanta comprised of dueling songwriters Drew Kirby (Mothers, CDSM) and Jake Chisenhall (Delorean Gray).
FOUR EYES Folky, poppy tunes by songwriter Erin Lovett.
Best of Athens Comedy
The Globe 199 N Lumpkin St, AthensHosted by Lanny Farmer, featured comedians include Julianne Merrit, Colton Stokowski, Levi Crumley, Tim Pruitt, Ngozi, Nateball Ya’ll, Mark Taylor and Owen Hunt. 9–10:30 p.m. $7. www.athenscomedy.com
Monday Funday
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesJoin Ms. Donna for songs, fingerplays, storytelling and STEAM activities. Ages 3–7 years. Registration suggested. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Classic City Rotary
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThe local chapter meets weekly. Mondays, 11:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Fine Motor Monday
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesWork one-on-one with your child using a selection of educational items that contain small parts. Registration required. 12 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Cross Stitch Class
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesLearn basic cross stitch skills, and make your own mini keychain. Supplies provided. Registration required. 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
General Trivia with Erin
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Erin. Mondays, 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
Bad Dog Trivia
LumberJaxe 510 N Lumpkin St, Athens, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Mondays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
Life in Vacuum, Porcelain, Hunger Anthem
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. (doors). $10. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
LIFE IN VACUUM Toronto-based aggressive punk band led by Ukrainian brothers Sasha and Ross Chornyy with Dylan Bravener on bass.
PORCELAIN Four-piece rock band from Austin, TX.
HUNGER ANTHEM Local indie power-rock trio with an unabashed penchant for distortion drenched songs and a DIY punk rock ethos.
Bubblegum Octopus, Marcel Sletten, Bad Straples, Safety Fluid
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. (doors). $10. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
BUBBLEGUM OCTOPUS Musical project of Mark Morden that mixed synth-pop, punk, electronica and EDM.
MARCEL SLETTEN California-born and Athens-based electronic music producer, composer and artist whose sound varies from peaceful to intense.
BAD STRAPLES Local DJ who creates electronica-influenced sets.
SAFETY FLUID New local screamo project.
Veterans Coffee Hour
Winterville Cultural Center 371 N Church St, Winterville, GA, United StatesSit down with a veteran and have coffee and conversation. Tuesdays, 9 a.m. FREE! www.wintervillecenter.com
Lunch and Learn New Games
Tyche's Games 1056 S. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United StatesCome down with your lunch and try out some new games. 11:30 a.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com
Bogart Bookies
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesPick up a copy of Black Cake by Charmaine Wilkerson and discuss it with the group. 1–2 p.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
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
Knot Just For Knitters
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesBring your own crafting project to work on while chatting with fellow crafters. Tuesdays, 3–5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Crafternoon
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesDrop in for a craft or two. Supplies Provided. All ages. Tuesdays, 3:30–5:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Tuesday Night Shenanigans
Southern Brewing Co. 231 Collins Industrial Blvd., Athens, GA, United StatesPlay board games and arcade games on site, bring your own games or even your D&D group. Tuesdays, 5–10 p.m. www.sobrewco.com
Unity Vigil for Laken Riley
ACC City Hall 301 College Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThe Athens community is invited to peacefully gather, with flowers if able, and honor Laken Riley by responding to tragedy with love, not hate. 5:30 p.m. FREE! www.aadmovement.org
Silent Book Club
The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesSettle in with some food and beverages, then enjoy an hour of quiet reading time. Registration required. 6–8 p.m. FREE! linktr.ee/silentbookclubathens
Kenosha Kid
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesNo Phone Party. 7 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.com
KENOSHA KID Instrumental adventure-jazz group centered around the rollicking compositions of Dan Nettles and featuring Josh Allen, Seth Hendershot and various guests.
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
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
Henry Luther & The Blackouts, Organically Programmed, Pretty Colors
Cozy Bar 179 N. Jackson St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). Donations encouraged.
HENRY LUTHER & THE BLACKOUTS South Carolina-based folk singer specializing in drinking songs, indie-folk impressionism and country-folk surrealism.
ORGANICALLY PROGRAMMED Electronic space-themed act utilizing primitive drum machines and synthesizers to create disco-pop, jazz and easy listening inspired compositions.
PRETTY COLORS Athens/Atlanta ambient psych rock.
Karaoke with the King
Ciné Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. FREE! www.athenscine.com
KARAOKE WITH THE KING Show off your pipes to the world. Every first, third and fifth Tuesday.
Improvs and Origins
Rabbit Hole Studios 1001 Winterville Rd., Athens, GA, United States8–10:30 p.m. www.rabbitholestudios.org
IMPROVS AND ORIGINS Musical experiments, originals and improvisations.
