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
Athens Music Scene BEFORE It Was Famous
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesThis presentation will include rare newspaper advertisements, posters and stories about Athens’ early bands in the ’50s and ’60s that traveled the Southeast. 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Wine Tasting
Tapped Athens Wine Market 297 Prince Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesTry Malbec wines, a grape with its roots in France. Registration required. 6:30 p.m. $40. [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 Todd Henderson. 6:30 p.m. www.johnnyspizza.com
Open Mic
Marigold Auditorium for Arts and Culture 373 N. Church St., Winterville6:30 p.m. www.instagram.com/marigoldauditoriumwinterville
OPEN MIC Mayor Dodd Ferrell, Adam Poulin, MK Barnes and Joe Willey lead a weekly open mic. Sing a song, tell a story or read a poem.
The Business of Fashion
UGA Chapel 109 Herty Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesFounder and creative director of Tibi Amy Smilovic will discuss entrepreneurship, creative direction and fashion design. Registration required. 6:30 p.m. (doors), 7 p.m. FREE! forms.gle/2mBwizVTdKyJFdt18
UnPhiltered Trivia
Buvez 585 Barber Street Suite A, Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Phil. 7 p.m. www.instagram.com/buvez_athens
Sam Barber, Jack Wharff & The Tobacco Flats
Georgia Theatre 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $20. www.georgiatheatre.com
SAM BARBER Country singer-songwriter from Frohna, MO who is inspired by Tyler Childers.
JACK WHARFF & THE TOBACCO FLATS Unique blend of bluegrass, country and rock from Richmond, VA.
The Jazz Legacy Project
Festival Hall 201 N. Main St., Greensboro, GA, United States7:30 p.m. $25. www.festivalhallga.com
THE JAZZ LEGACY PROJECT Performed by guest vocalist Maria Howell, the program "Ella Fitzgerald, From Apollo Girl to Memorex Lady" features songs by one of the most successful jazz singers of all time.
Hotel Elsinore
Morton Theatre 195 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesThis play combined tragedy and comedy to portray the challenges of relationships, forgiveness and Shakespeare. 7:30 p.m. $35–50. pac.uga.edu
Hodgson Singers, University Chorus
Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall 230 River Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesFall Choral Concert. 7:30 p.m. $3 (w/ UGA ID), $15. pac.uga.edu
HODGSON SINGERS Conducted by Daniel Bara.
UNIVERSITY CHORUS Introducing the new interim associate director of choral activities, Daniel Shafer, who conducted “Requiem for the Living” in fall 2023 with the University Chorus.
Flying Squid Improv Jam
150 Fritz Mar Lane 150 Fritz Mar Ln, Athens, United StatesImprovisors of all skill levels are invited to practice and play together. 8 p.m. $5 suggested donation. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
Comedy in the Cellar
Onward Reserve 146 East Clayton Street, Athens, GA, United StatesAthens Comedy presents a lineup of touring and local comedians. Thursdays, 8 p.m. $7. www.instagram.com/athenscomedy
The Legend of Georgia McBride
Town & Gown Players 115 Grady Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesWhen a drag show comes to town Elvis impersonator Casey trades in his role as “The King” to become an all-out queen. Oct. 4–5 & 10–12, 8 p.m. Oct. 6 & 13, 2 p.m. $20. www.townandgownplayers.org
Chris Acker & the Growing Boys, Rowan Newby, Trevor McKenzie, Your Ex’s Pets
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesAttaboy Tapes Presents. 8 p.m. $12. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
CHRIS ACKER & THE GROWING BOYS Wit and woes woven into songs that reference folk, country and punk.
ROWAN NEWBY Poetic and humorous Americana music inspired by '60s and '70s songwriting.
TREVOR MCKENZIE Old-time and bluegrass musician from Boone, NC.
YOUR EX'S PETS New band featuring members of Dadgum, Jake Brower Band and Liz Farrell.
Alma Russ, Drew Serrero, Julia Catherine
Ciné Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. $10. www.athenscine.com
ALMA RUSS Asheville, NC based singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist specializing in bluegrass-inspired folk rock.
DREW SERRERO Full-time drummer, part-time guitar player, tolerable folksy singer-songwriter.
JULIA CATHERINE Athens-based indie folk singer-songwriter.
Geoffrey Wood
Nowhere Bar 240 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States9:30 p.m. (show). www.facebook.com/NowhereBarAthensGA
GEOFFREY WOOD Atlanta artist influenced by Bob Dylan, The Band and Wilco.
Wes Parker, Klark Sound, Canary Affair
The World Famous 351 N Hull St., Athens, GA, United States10 p.m. $10 suggested donation. www.facebook.com/theworldfamousathens
WES PARKER Uneasy, fuzzed out indie musician from Richmond, VA with a polished and lyrical flair.
KLARK SOUND Atlanta musician with folk and prog influences.
CANARY AFFAIR Indie rock band with an affinity for irregular time signatures and psychedelic grooves.
Morning Mindfulness
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesInstructor-led meditation, movement and mindfulness techniques in the galleries. Email to RSVP. 9:30 a.m. FREE! [email protected]
Bouncing Baby Storytime
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesJoin Ms. Donna for a music and language floor-based program. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
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
Arts Collaborative Conversation
Lamar Dodd School of Art 270 River Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesAmit Kaushik will discuss his collaborative project with Indigenous artist Bhajju Shyam using paintings to critically engage with environmental injustices. 12 p.m. FREE! calendar.uga.edu
Friday Speaker Series
UGA Miller Learning Center 48 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesKimberly Van Orman will present on the ethics of AI. 12:40 p.m. FREE! iws.uga.edu
Native Plant Sale
State Botanical Garden of Georgia 2450 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse plants for sale, and experts will answer questions about incorporating native plants into every space. Oct. 10–11, 2–6 p.m. Oct. 12, 9 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! botgarden.uga.edu
Bulldog Olympians Curator Tour
UGA Special Collections Library 300 S Hull St, Athens, GA, United StatesTour the new exhibit “Bulldog Olympians: A Celebration of UGA’s Olympic History” each Friday before home football games. 3 p.m. FREE! libs.uga.edu
Cemeterrarium Craft
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesMake a spooky terrarium craft. Registration required. 4 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration
Pinewoods Library & Community Center 1465 US-29 Lot F-14, Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy an exchange of culture with music, dance, food, games and the opportunity to meet new friends. 5–7:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Death & Mourning: Candlelight Tour
Athens Welcome Center 280 E. Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesExplore how families mourned the loss of their loved ones during the Regency Era by touring a parlor and dining room adorned in mourning decor. Oct. 11, 18 & 25, 5:30–6:30 p.m. $20. www.athenswelcomecenter.com
One Night Stand
Revolution Therapy and Yoga 675 Pulaski St., Athens, GA, United StatesA monthly edu-taiment event with micro talks about anything sexuality related with snacks and drinks. 18 & up. 5:30–7:30 p.m. $15. www.revolutiontherapyandyoga.com
Bats’ Night Out
Dudley Park 100 Dudley Park Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn about local bat populations and how to help them, then go on a guided hike. 6 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/myrec
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
Stewart & Winfield, Kimberly Morgan York
Terrapin Beer Co. 265 Newton Bridge Road, Athens, GA, United States6 p.m. (doors), 7:30 p.m. (show). $15 (adv.), $20. bit.ly/TerrapinOct11
STEWART & WINFIELD Savannah- and Athens-based Americana and lowcountry rock band.
KIMBERLY MORGAN YORK A vibrant blend of classic country and camp with a dash of '70s pop. Celebrating her new album, FUN!
Trunk or Treat
Big Blue Marble Academy 2400 Daniells Bridge Road, Athens, United StatesDress up to collect treats and enjoy games, crafts and concessions. All ages. 6:30–8:30 p.m. FREE! www.bbmacademy.com/location/athens
Hotel Hugo
Georgia Theatre Rooftop 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. FREE! www.georgiatheatre.com
HOTEL HUGO Charleston indie rock band with a penchant for nostalgia and a knack for crystal walls of sound.
Friday Night Initiative
Online: Tyche's GamesLearn how to play a new roleplaying game. New players welcome. 7 p.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com
The Chant Connection
Let It Be Yoga 90 S Barnett Shoals Rd, Watkinsville, United StatesConnect with others through a cacao ceremony and ecstatic kirtan sound journey. Registration required. 7 p.m. $45. www.theradharose.com
Kickstarter Telethon Extravaganza Benefit Show
150 Fritz Mar Lane 150 Fritz Mar Ln, Athens, United StatesFlying Squid Comedy will livestream the event in front of a live studio audience, performing sketches and taking calls from supporters. 7 p.m. $10. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
Mackenzie Carpenter
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors). $15 (adv.), $20. www.40watt.com
MACKENZIE CARPENTER Country singer-songwriter from Hull who breaks the mold for small-town women by writing and singing her truth.
Chris Hampton Band
VFW Post 2872 835 Sunset Dr, Athens7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $10. www.facebook.com/vfw2872
CHRIS HAMPTON BAND Athens-based band performing a variety of country, western and rock dance music with line dancing during the breaks.
The Steel Woods, Bones Owens, Cole Goodwin
Georgia Theatre 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $30. www.georgiatheatre.com
THE STEEL WOODS Country music group from Nashville with a powerful sound featured in shows like Yellowstone and Tulsa King.
BONES OWENS Sought after Nashville session musician who began his solo rock and alt-roots career in 2017.
COLE GOODWIN Georgia country artist who writes songs that hold firm roots in stories of the old South.
UGA Brass Quintets Showcase
Hugh Hodgson School of Music 250 River Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesEdge Concert Hall. 7:30 p.m. FREE! music.uga.edu
UGA BRASS QUINTETS SHOWCASE Brass students perform.
UGA Philharmonia
Ramsey Hall 230 River Rd., Athens, GA, United States7:30 p.m. FREE! music.uga.edu
UGA PHILHARMONIA As one of the Hugh Hodgson School of Music's large orchestral ensembles, the Philharmonia is open to all student string players.
The Legend of Georgia McBride
Town & Gown Players 115 Grady Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesWhen a drag show comes to town Elvis impersonator Casey trades in his role as “The King” to become an all-out queen. Oct. 4–5 & 10–12, 8 p.m. Oct. 6 & 13, 2 p.m. $20. www.townandgownplayers.org
Rae and the Ragdolls
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United States8 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.com
RAE AND THE RAGDOLLS Atlanta rock and rollers blending folky psychedelia and room rattling rock.
Swear Jar, Golden Habits, Tattoo Logic
Ciné Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. (doors), 9 p.m. (show). $10. www.athenscine.com
SWEAR JAR Local '90s-inspired rock band exploring new horizons in punk, indie and alternative.
GOLDEN HABITS Atlanta-based rock band included by Red Hot Chili Peppers, Tool and Guns N' Roses.
TATTOO LOGIC Five-piece funk punk band from Athens frotned by Mia Hill and Swathi Ramaswamy.
Nicholas Mallis and the Borealis, KIT, Organically Programmed
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. $12. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
NICHOLAS MALLIS AND THE BOREALIS Local synth-pop act claiming a diverse array of supposed corporate sponsors.
KIT New Athens-based kaleidoscopic rock band expanded from the eponymous solo project Catt Malonius. EP release show!
ORGANICALLY PROGRAMMED Electronic space-themed act utilizing primitive drum machines and synthesizers to create disco-pop, jazz and easy listening inspired compositions.
Casual Cadenza
Nowhere Bar 240 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States9:30 p.m. www.facebook.com/NowhereBarAthens
CASUAL CADENZA Atlanta four-piece rock band incorporating sounds of the South, extended jams and genre-crossing spontaneity.
