Calendar Picks
New Town Revue | Thursday, April 24 @ 6:00 pm | ACE/FRANCISCO Gallery
New Town Revue ACE/FRANCISCO Gallery
AOC Twilight Criterium | Friday, April 25 @ 12:00 pm | Downtown Athens
AOC Twilight Criterium Downtown Athens
Strike Fashion Show | Friday, April 25 @ 5:45 pm | Geography Geology Building
Strike Fashion Show Geography Geology Building
AOC Twilight Criterium | Saturday, April 26 @ 6:30 am | Downtown Athens
AOC Twilight Criterium Downtown Athens
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
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
Train LEGO Mania
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesDrop in to free build and create with a Polar Express theme. All ages. 3–5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Windows Computers for Beginners
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesUse Windows 11 laptops to learn about computer memory, storage, programs and files. 4 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Board Game Night
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesTeens are invited to play a variety of games from classics to newer titles. 5–7 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Athens Farmers Market
Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, GeorgiaMarkets offer fresh produce, flowers, eggs, meats, prepared foods, art and crafts. Live music at 6 p.m. AFM doubles SNAP dollars spent. Wednesdays, 5–8 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net
Holiday Movie Night
The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesScreening of the classic holiday movie A Charlie Brown Christmas with seasonal treats for sale. 5:30 p.m. $10. www.facebook.com/thefoundryathens
DMC: Blender for Beginners
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn how to create basic 3D objects using Blender. Registration is required. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Athens Psychedelic Society
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesMeet like-minded individuals interested in topics related to expanded states of consciousness. 6 p.m. FREE! Athens Psychedelic Society on Facebook
Gingerbread Workshop
Lay Park Community Center 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesReceive a pre-baked gingerbread village, icing and candies. Registration required. 12 & under. 6 p.m. $10 (ACC resident), $15 (non-resident). www.accgovga.myrec.com
Casual Crafting
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesBring your current creative project and talk with other creatives and the host instructor Zakk Wilder. Registration required. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Deep South Wrestling
Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, GeorgiaProfessional live wrestling from Atlanta. 6–9 p.m. FREE! www.wearedeepsouth.com
‘Normal’ Run
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin the Athens Road Runners for a 1–3 mile run that starts and ends at Athentic Brewing. Second and fourth Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
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
Bad Dog Trivia
Eddie's Calzones 227 E Clayton Street, Athens, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Nickalous Benson. Wednesdays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
Trivia Night
Normal Bar 1365 Prince Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge. 7 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/normal.bar.7
Level 2 & 3 Improv Graduation Show
150 Fritz Mar Lane 150 Fritz Mar Ln, Athens, United StatesFlying Squid Comedy will showcase what students have learned in improv comedy. 7 p.m. (level 2), 8 p.m. (level 3). $5. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
Pachinko Pop
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesScreening of Japanese superhero TV shows. 7 p.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreandbar.com
Beats, Rhymes and Life Open Mic
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United States7 p.m. (sign-ups). FREE! www.hendershotsathens.com
BEATS, RHYMES AND LIFE OPEN MIC Emcees, poets, rappers and freestylers of all styles are invited to perform with the backing band playing the tempo of their choice.
Karaoke with DJ Gregory
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United States7–10 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
KARAOKE WITH DJ GREGORY Every Wednesday.
Kevin Burke
Buvez 585 Barber Street Suite A, Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (show). $25. www.instagram.com/buvez_athens
KEVIN BURKE Celebrated figure in Irish traditional music who has worked with The Bothy Band, Patrick Street and the Celtic Fiddle Festival over a 50-year career.
Kathy Mattea
Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall 230 River Rd., Athens, GA, United States7:30 p.m. $10 (w/ UGA ID), $30–65. pac.uga.edu
KATHY MATTEA Grammy Award-winning musician known for her warm and soulful vocals performs a selection of her favorite Christmas songs.
Styrofoam Winos, Little Gold, Cash Langdon, Winston Barbe
Nowhere Bar 240 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. $12. www.facebook.com/NowhereBarAthens
STYROFOAM WINOS Nashville trio capturing a cross-section of indie, country and folk.
LITTLE GOLD Local group playing garage-rock with country and pop sensibilities.
CASH LANGDON Birmingham-based singer-songwriter blending influences of twee, jangle pop and '60s rock.
WINSTON BARBE Local songwriter and audio engineer.
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.
HIRS Collective, In Memories, Girl Porn
The World Famous 351 N Hull St., Athens, GA, United States9 p.m. $10. www.facebook.com/theworldfamousathens
HIRS COLLECTIVE Experimental grind from Philadelphia.
IN MEMORIES Peach state emotional hardcore.
GIRL PORN For queer punks by queer punks.
Coffee Hour
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesDrop in to drink some coffee, while supplies last. Thursdays, 11 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
STEAM Thursday: Cook for the Holiday
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesMake easy, yummy recipes for the holidays. 12 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
DIY Gift Wrap Party
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesDrop in and wrap your gifts with the creative supplies provided. All ages. 12–8 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.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
Opening Reception
tiny ATH gallery 174 Cleveland Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesNoah Lagle’s exhibition “Goodest Neighbors” explores the act of sending and receiving messages through unexpected and overlooked carriers. 5–8 p.m. Donations accepted. www.tinyathgallery.com
Athens Holiday Market
Big City Bread Café 393 North Finley Street, Athens, United StatesBrowse local pottery, wood crafts, soap, jewelry, stained glass and more. Dec. 12–13, 5–9 p.m. www.facebook.com/athensholidaymarket
Adult Dungeons & Dragons
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesA gaming session for players of all skill levels. Ages 18 & up. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Jolly Jamboree
Aaron Heard Community Center 400 McKinley Dr., AthensCelebrate the holidays with crafts and activities. 10 & under. 6–7:30 p.m. FREE! www.accgovga.myrec.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
Rick Fowler Acoustic Band
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesBlues and Brews. 5 p.m. (doors), 6 p.m. (show). $5. www.athenticbrewing.com
RICK FOWLER ACOUSTIC BAND Original, guitar-driven local blues-rock group. Every second Thursday.
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
Athens Rock Lobsters vs. Monroe Moccasins
Akins Ford Arena 300 N Thomas St., Athens, United StatesCheer on the home team in this hockey match. 7 p.m. $20–43. www.classiccenter.com
Karaoke at the VFW
VFW Post 3910 136 Glenhaven Ave., Athens, GA, United States7–11 p.m. Donations accepted. [email protected]
KARAOKE AT THE VFW Enjoy singing and dancing. All levels welcome. Every Thursday.
Hana Eid, Recess Party, Honeyknife
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $10 (adv.). www.40watt.com
HANA EID Emotive indie rock artist who takes inspiration from the likes of Wednesday, Lucy Dacus and Big Thief.
RECESS PARTY Local indie-rock band with a self-described collage of rock, funk and alternative.
HONEYKNIFE Atlanta alt-rock known for live shows with untamed energy.
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
A Spell for Winter
Town & Gown Players 115 Grady Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThe world premiere of a magical holiday musical featuring a young wizard’s life changing journey at a new school. Dec. 6–7 & 12–14, 8 p.m. Dec. 8 & 15, 2 p.m. $24. www.townandgownplayers.org
Liz Farrell, Mary Margaret Cozart, Elli Perry
Normal Bar 1365 Prince Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesAttaboy Tapes Presents. 7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $10. www.facebook.com/normal.bar.7
LIZ FARRELL Jeff Buckley-inspired vocals accompanied by intricate ukulele.
MARY MARGARET COZART Former Athenian now based in Savannah who crafts beautiful indie rock songs.
ELLI PERRY A melancholy mesmerist, a ballsy chanteuse or a howling one-woman vocal wrecking crew whose style ranges from Southern Gothic blues and folk to experimental alternative rock and roll.
Nuclear Tourism, Mantra, Honeypuppy
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. (doors). $10. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
NUCLEAR TOURISM Skate punks playing surfy, garage-infused songs.
MANTRA Indie alt-pop-rock weird thing from Charleston, SC.
HONEYPUPPY Indie rock self-described as a "menace to society."
Nackashi Group
Manhattan Cafe 337 N Hull Street, Athens, United States8:30 p.m. (show). FREE! 706-369-9767
NACKASHI GROUP Featuring Jay Nackashi on keys, George Davison on saxophone and Brandon McDearis on drums.
Jive Mother Mary
Nowhere Bar 240 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States9 p.m. $10. www.facebook.com/NowhereBarAthens
JIVE MOTHER MARY All-encompassing rock music from North Carolina.
