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
Everyday Dogs
The Roadhouse 137 N Lumpkin St, Athens, GA, United States10:30 p.m. www.instagram.com/roadhouseathens
EVERYDAY DOGS Skateboarding, Capri-Sun drinking, surfer-punk rockers of Atlanta.
Mark Plemmons, Marion Montgomery & Glyn Denham
Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesAthens Farmers Market. 8 a.m.–12 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net
MARK PLEMMONS Talented local pianist. (8 a.m.)
MARION MONTGOMERY & GLYN DENHAM Bluesy local acoustic folk duo. (10 a.m.)
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
Community Organizers Networking Meeting
AADM Justice Center and Bookstore 3700 Atlanta Hwy. (Georgia Square Mall, 1st floor), Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy breakfast with community-minded professionals and discuss how you can work together to creative a more inclusive and equitable Athens. Registration required. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.aadmovement.org
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. [email protected], www.facebook.com/RRFMAthens
Family Saturdays: Art Workshop
Lyndon House Arts Center 211 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesA drop-in family-oriented series of art projects that are inspired by current exhibitions. 12–2 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com
Day of Board Game Demonstrations
Tyche's Games 1056 S. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United StatesTry new games and watch how they’re played. 12 p.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com
Georgia Beer Day
Athens, GA Athens, GA, United StatesAthens’ participating breweries Athentic Brewing Co., Creature Comforts and Southern Brewing Co. will be offering a limited edition collector’s pint glass with individual celebrations. 12–10 p.m. FREE! www.georgiacraftbrewersguild.org
Historic Athens Heritage Walk
Hot Corner Washington and Hull Streets, Athens, GA, United StatesArtist Broderick Flanigan will guide an exploration of the history of Hot Corner, a vibrant African-American business district. Registration required. 2 p.m. $25. www.historicathens.com
Camp-In Meet and Greet
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesAs part of Cracker’s Camp-In weekend, meet and greet with the band followed by a music performance by Johnny Hickman. 2 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.com
Storybook Trail New Story Debut
Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesThis year’s featured story is Julie the Rockhound by local author Gail Karwoski, and there will be rock activities including a rock trade. 2:30 p.m. FREE! www.sandycreeknaturecenterinc.org
Opening Reception
tiny ATH gallery 174 Cleveland Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesArtist LeeAnn Peppers’ “Lip Series” exhibition will be on display. 5–8 p.m. FREE! www.tinyathgallery.com
Hu$h Money
Southern Brewing Co. 231 Collins Industrial Blvd., Athens, GA, United States5–8 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/hushmoneyathens
HU$H MONEY Local cover band playing rock hits covering generations of music.
Free Line Dance Lessons
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesGuest instructor Becky Galvin will teach some basic line dances in a laid back environment. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Ciné Oscar Gala
1055 Barber 1055 Barber St., Athens, GAThis fundraiser features a red carpet entry, swag bags, live music, dancing, buffet, live auction, photo booths, contests and more. 6–10 p.m. $150 & up. www.athenscine.com
Randall Bramblett Big Band
The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesRandall's Birthday Show. 7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $20 (adv.), $25. bit.ly/RandallBramblettMarch9
THE RANDALL BRAMBLETT BAND This established Georgia singer-songwriter's Southern-tinged music pulls from a variety of influences. Tonight's performance will include the Megablasters.
Opening Reception
Spaceball Bazaar 130 N. Church St., Bogart, GAThe exhibition “In Like a Lion” will feature local works by Gary Autry, Jamal Whitaker and more with snacks and G. Bronco spinning tunes. 7 p.m. www.instagram.com/spaceball.bazaar
JW Francis, Oceanic Sound Research, Doc Calico & John Kiran Fernandes Duo
Buvez 585 Barber Street Suite A, Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. $10. www.cloudrecordings.com
JW FRANCIS NYC lo-fi jangle dream slacker bedroom pop.
OCEANIC SOUND RESEARCH Ambient electronic trio from Athens featuring Elephant 6 pioneer John Kiran Fernandes (Olivia Tremor Control, Circulatory System), Oliver Domingo (Organically Programmed) and Kyle MacKinnel (Casual Ether) perpetually scanning the depths.
DOC CALICO & JOHN KIRAN FERNANDES Mystical wizard multi-instrumentalist from Atlanta with John Kiran Fernandes on clarinet.
Cracker, Aaron Lee Tasjan, Anne Harris
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesCamp-In #10. 7 p.m. $25. www.40watt.com
CRACKER Acclaimed alt-rock group that has explored many genres and sounds over its two-decade career.
AARON LEE TASJAN Drivin N Cyin and Semi Precious Weapons member with his own style of indie folk grit.
ANNE HARRIS Chicago-based singer-songwriter and violinist who incorporates elements of Celtic music, folk rock, Afrobeat, soul and chamber music into her own unique sound.
Blue Stockings
Quinn Hall 293 Gran Ellen Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesAthens Creative Theatre presents a play following a tumultuous academic year with students fighting to change the future of education. Mar. 7–9, 7:30 p.m. $15. www.accgov.com/act
Athens Showgirl Cabaret Drag For All
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesEnjoy a fabulous night of fun with open drag night. 7:30 p.m. (sign-ups), 8–11 p.m. $5. www.athensshowgirlcabaret.com
Down the Rabbit Hole Comedy
Rabbit Hole Studios 1001 Winterville Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesA showcase of comedians from Athens and Atlanta hosted by Miles Bunch. 8 p.m. $8 (adv.), $10. www.instagram.com/athenscomedy
Moulin Rouge!
Georgia Theatre 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe Studio Athens presents a dance performance reimagining Baz Luhrman’s 2001 cult classic film. 8 p.m. (doors). $12–15. www.georgiatheatre.com
Julianna Money, Gracie Huffman, Drew Beskin
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. (doors). $12 (adv.), $15. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
JULIANNA MONEY Existential indie folk-rock musician based in Atlanta known for her haunting vocal delivery and inspired melodies.
GRACIE HUFFMAN Singer-songwriter of the Athens-based band lighthearted.
DREW BESKIN Local power-pop singer-songwriter known for fronting the bands Purses and The District Attorneys.
Broken String Band
Nowhere Bar 240 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States9:30 p.m. www.facebook.com/NowhereBarAthens
BROKEN STRING BAND Americana band blending Western folk with indie rock.
High., Joyer, Coma Therapy, Johnny Falloon
The World Famous 351 N Hull St., Athens, GA, United States10 p.m. $10. www.facebook.com/theworldfamousathens
HIGH. Four-piece loud indie rock band from New Jersey.
JOYER Indie rock duo based in Brooklyn and Boston composed of brothers Nick and Shane Sullivan.
COMA THERAPY Muscular dark wave goth influenced by post-punk and no wave.
JOHNNY FALLOON Deranged local band with hard-hitting songs and complex theatrics.
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
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. 2–4 p.m. FREE! [email protected]
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. Every second Sunday.
Spring Fling and Shop
The Globe 199 N Lumpkin St, AthensBrowse locally crafted jewelry, art prints, home decor and ceramics. 2–5 p.m. FREE! www.globetavern.com
Celebrate Faith Storytime Series
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesLearn about the Muslim holiday Ramadan with a reading of Hena Khan’s Night of the Moon, crafts and free henna tattoos. 3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Liz Farrell, Reed Winckler
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United States3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
LIZ FARRELL Jeff Buckley-inspired vocals accompanied by intricate ukulele.
REED WINCKLER Atlanta singer-songwriter specializing in melancholic folk for fans of Elliott Smith and Joanne Robertson.
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
Slow Fiction, Honeypuppy, Kid Fears
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United States7 p.m. $12 (adv.). www.hendershotsathens.com
SLOW FICTION New York City indie group inspired by poets like Anne Waldman and Ted Berrigan as well as early 2000s garage rock bands.
HONEYPUPPY Four-piece indie rock band self-described as a "menace to society."
KID FEARS Evolved from Rose Ewing's solo songwriting project, this Atlanta band draws influence from slowcore and shoegaze giants like Low and My Bloody Valentine.
Tom Carter, Parish / Potter, In A Kythe
Buvez 585 Barber Street Suite A, Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. $10. www.facebook.com/buvezathens
TOM CARTER Member of legendary Houston psych-folk act Charalambides performs solo on guitar.
PARISH / POTTER Ahleuchatistas frontman Shane Parish and experimental label Null Zone owner Michael Potter join forces.
IN A KYTHE Drone project of Lydian Brambila (Outersea, Vile Body) featuring cello loops and field recordings.
Hunger Anthem, Sorry, Eric, Infinite Favors
The World Famous 351 N Hull St., Athens, GA, United States8:30 p.m. $10 suggested donation. www.facebook.com/theworldfamousathens
HUNGER ANTHEM Local indie power-rock trio with an unabashed penchant for distortion drenched songs and a DIY punk rock ethos.
SORRY, ERIC Cincinnati indie rock marring Midwestern post-punk and skewed NZ pop.
INFINITE FAVORS Featuring members of Pride Parade, Los Meesfits and Cars Can Be Blue.
Tournament of Topics
The Globe 199 N Lumpkin St, AthensHosted by Levi Crumely, see over a dozen comedians compete by riffing on random topics drawn from a hat. 9 p.m. $5. 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
Hook and Needle
Winterville Cultural Center 371 N Church St, Winterville, GA, United StatesA crafting group with a focus on creating and contributing blanket projects for Project Linus. Second Mondays, 2 p.m. FREE! www.wintervillecenter.com
Pen Pals Writing Group
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesMeet other writers, share your writing experiences and get feedback on your work. Second & fourth Mondays, 5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
UGA Humanities Festival Kickoff Reception
UGA Founders Memorial Garden 325 South Jackson St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe program will begin with remarks from staff and follow with conversation and refreshments. 5 p.m. FREE! willson.uga.edu
Project Safe Fundraiser
6–8 p.m. $10. www.hendershotsathens.com
PROJECT SAFE FUNDRAISER Join Dancing with the Athens Stars team members Heather Fletcher and Chelsea Harney for an evening of Latin American music by members of Bichos Vivos.
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
They Are Gutting A Body Of Water, Lowertown, Floral Print, Nu11
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors). $13 (adv.), $15. www.40watt.com
THEY ARE GUTTING A BODY OF WATER Heavy shoegaze band from Philadelphia.
LOWERTOWN Duo creating a lo-fi indie blend of electronica and folk.
FLORAL PRINT Angsty psychedelia and deconstructed pop band from Atlanta.
NU11 Athens-based post punk and self-described Adderall pop band.
Handholder, Moon Tokki, The Downstairs
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. (doors). $10. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
HANDHOLDER A group whose multi-genre sound ranges from folk to rock to electronic.
MOON TOKKI Blondie-inspired angular rock band from San Antonio, TX.
THE DOWNSTAIRS The youth gone wild.
