Calendar Picks
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
Madison Fest | Saturday, April 26 @ 10:00 am | Madison Town Park
Madison Fest Madison Town Park
Fantastic Friday
Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesAn instructor supervises while a parent/caregiver leads their little ones through amazing obstacle courses. Ages 1–4 years. Register online. 10–11:30 a.m. $7.50 (ACC residents), $12.25 (non-ACC residents). www.accgov.com/148/Leisure-Services
Open Studio
ATHICA 675 Pulaski St., Athens, GA, United StatesArtist-in-ATHICA Mickey Oscar Boyd will hold open studio hours while working on a new installation. 10 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.athica.org
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
“Legacy: Vince Dooley, 1932-2022”
UGA Special Collections Library 300 S Hull St, Athens, GA, United StatesEach home football game weekend, fans can take a free tour of the exhibition “Legacy: Vince Dooley” displaying original artifacts and rarely seen photos of the late UGA head coach. 3 p.m. FREE! [email protected]
Celebrate Recovery Free Dinner
Living Hope Church 2150 Lexington Rd., Athens, United StatesChrist-centered 12-step program to help anyone with heart hurt, hang-up or habit. Free childcare, and bus route accessible. 5:30 p.m. (dinner), 6:30 p.m. (large group). FREE! 706-207-2396
Charity Crochet
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesCome help make wash/dishcloths for the Athens Area Homeless Shelter’s “going home” kits. 6:30 p.m. Ages 18 & up. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Friday Night Initiative
Online: Tyche's GamesLearn how to play a RPG game with others on Discord. New players welcome. 7 p.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com
Drivin’ N Cryin’, Pylon Reenactment Society
Southern Brewing Co. 231 Collins Industrial Blvd., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $20 (adv.), $25. bit.ly/DrivinNCryinSept8
DRIVIN' N CRYIN' Legendary Atlanta band playing hard-charging, Southern-inspired rock.
PYLON REENACTMENT SOCIETY Vanessa Briscoe Hay and an all-star cast of locals play the music of Pylon, plus new originals.
Corey Smith
Georgia Theatre 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $30. www.georgiatheatre.com
COREY SMITH A native of Jefferson, this country music artist is touring for his 10th album.
Kyler Weston
Georgia Theatre Rooftop 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States6 p.m. (doors), 7 p.m. (show). FREE! www.georgiatheatre.com
KYLER WESTON Eatonton-based singer-songwriter whose sound is a mixture of country, blues and classic rock and roll.
The Bad Ends, Chickasaw Mudd Puppies
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors). $20. www.40watt.com
THE BAD ENDS New supergroup featuring Mike Mantione (Five Eight) and Bill Berry (R.E.M.) that hit the ground running with its debut album, The Power and The Glory.
CHICKASAW MUDD PUPPIES The legendary local "swamp-rock" band reunited earlier this year to release its first album in over 30 years.
Hypersleep, Noise Mountain, Real Wow
Ciné Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors). $10. www.athenscine.com
HYPERSLEEP Local sci-fi-fueled psychedelic doom four-piece.
NOISE MOUNTAIN Inspired by Midwestern alternative rock, this Athens band incorporates both '80s and '90s punk rock into its sound.
REAL WOW Weirdo indie/art/noise rock blasted from the past to the future.
Nickel Creek
Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall 230 River Rd., Athens, GA, United States7:30 p.m. (doors). SOLD OUT! pac.uga.edu
NICKEL CREEK Grammy Award-winning bluegrass and and folk music band.
AOIFE O'DONOVAN Grammy Award-winning vocalist who is one third of the group I'm With Her.
Actor’s Worst Nightmare
work.shop 160 Winston Dr. #9, Athens, GA, United StatesA team of two actors and one improviser must create a script with a hitch: the only lines the actors are allowed to say are recited from two separate plays, in order. $10. 8-9:30 p.m. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
Hunger Anthem, Tiger Beach, Lung, All Gods
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. (doors). $12. www.flickertheatre.com
HUNGER ANTHEM Indie garage rock trio from Athens with head banging energy.
TIGER BEACH Raleigh, NC-based indie-alternative rock artist with an upbeat and passionate edge.
LUNG Powerhouse art-punk cello-rock duo from Cincinnati.
ALL GODS Soft yet commanding lo-fi indie rock project by Santa Fe artist Tim Platz.
Classic City Jukebox
The Root 1235 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United States9 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/therootathens
CLASSIC CITY JUKEBOX Local rock and roll cover band.
Mark Plemmons, Acoustic Jam
Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesAthens Farmers Market. 8 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.athensfarmersmarket.net
MARK PLEMMONS Talented local pianist. (8 a.m.)
ACOUSTIC JAM Bring an acoustic instrument and join in. (10 a.m.)
Athens Farmers Market
Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesMarkets offer locally grown groceries and handmade goods. Attendees can enjoy free live music and children’s activities. AFM doubles SNAP dollars spent at the market. Every Saturday, 8 a.m.–12 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net
Athens Water Festival
Sandy Creek Park 400 Bob Holman Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesThe theme for this year’s festival is Elemental, Disney and Pixar’s new movie about fire, water, air and earth. Attendees can expect water trucks, a magic show, bubble art, games and more. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. $2 (park entry). www.accgov.com/1239/athens-water-festival
Open Gallery
Southern Star Studio 180 Cleveland Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse the studio’s collection of local artist-made pots for sale. 10 a.m.–4 p.m. FREE! www.southernstarstudioathens.com
Grandparents’ Day Brunch
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesBring your family or special friend to enjoy a light breakfast and fun activities. Registration required. 11 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Conversations with Friends
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesMs. Donna hosts a family-friendly ESL class with a focus on activities, games and fun. Snacks provided. All ages. 11 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
West Broad Farmers Market
West Broad Farmers Market 1573 W. Broad St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe market offers fresh produce, locally raised meat and eggs, baked goods, flowers, artisan goods and more. Online ordering is available Sundays–Thursdays for drive-thru pick up. Saturdays, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. www.wbfm.locallygrown.net
Watch Party: UGA vs. Ball State
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesGrab a beer and cheer on the Georgia Bulldogs against the Ball State Cardinals with food on the patio. 11 a.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Watch Party: UGA vs Ball State
Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, GeorgiaCheer on the Georgia Bulldogs against the Ball State Cardinals with a food truck and music by djbobfish. 11 a.m.–10 p.m. FREE! www.creaturecomfortsbeer.com
UGA Watch Party
Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, GeorgiaUGA Watch Party. 11 a.m. www.creaturecomfortsbeer.com
DJBOBFISH Setting the stadium vibes before, during and after the Georgia Bulldogs versus Ball State Cardinals game.
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
Georgia vs. Ball State
Sanford Stadium 100 Sanford Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesCheer on the Georgia Bulldogs football team as they face the Ball State Cardinals. 12 p.m. www.georgiadogs.com
Mama Speed Dating
reBlossom Mama & Baby Shop 625 Barber St., Athens, GA, United StatesGather together with other mothers to create new friendships and enjoy conversation. Registration required. 12:30–1:45 p.m. FREE! www.reblossomathens.com
Anime Club
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesWatch anime, create art, try Japanese snacks and make new friends. All ages. 2–3:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
The Welfare Liners
Front Porch Bookstore 102 Marigold Ln., Winterville6 p.m. FREE! [email protected]
THE WELFARE LINERS Five-piece local bluegrass unit blending classic tunes with melodic, high-lonesome originals.
Wrecking Roses
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United States6–8 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
WRECKING ROSES Acoustic trio with harmonized singing playing a mix of country and classic rock with a soulful twist.
No Asylum, SMALL, Beat Up
Redline 1958 Winterville Rd, Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. $7 suggested donation.
NO ASYLUM Thrashy political punk with some hardcore breakdowns from Alabama.
SMALL Punk rock trio from Atlanta.
BEAT UP Passionate punk rock influenced by old school anarcho. Celebrating the digital release of You are beautiful...but this place sucks.
Durand Bernarr, JeRonelle
Georgia Theatre 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $22. www.georgiatheatre.com
DURAND BERNARR Singer-songwriter and runner-up on BET's "The Next Big Thing" who has provided background vocals for Erykah Badu, The Internet and Kaytranada.
JERONELLE Omaha-born R&B singer-songwriter who rose to fame on the reality show "The Four: Battle for Stardom."
Groovy Nights
VFW Post 2872 835 Sunset Dr, AthensDust off the disco ball, grab a dancing partner and enjoy tunes from the ’70s and ’80s as well as an epic lipsync battle. Proceeds benefit Project Safe. 8 p.m. $35–55. www.project-safe.org
Telemonster, El Rocko
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesYellow Racket Records Presents. 8 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.com
TELEMONSTER Chattanooga indie rock band formed in 2010.
EL ROCKO Singer-songwriter Chase Waller is heavily influenced by '90s alt-rock and shoegaze, combining ragged guitars and mellow vocals with honest lyrics.
Apathetic Discharge, Blind Tiger, Clavus
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesShadebeast Presents. 9 p.m. (doors). $12. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
APATHETIC DISCHARGE Athens act offering “an unhealthy dose of progressive blackened brutal deathcore grind.”
BLIND TIGER Florida-based metal band with a raw brand of versatile hardcore accompanied by honest and poetic lyricism.
CLAVUS Four-piece screamo band from Athens.
C’mon Barbie! A Dance Party
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States9 p.m. $13. www.40watt.com
C'MON BARBIE! A DANCE PARTY Bray-k47 spins tracks from Britney, Gaga, Gwen Stefani, Slayyyter, Charli XCX, Tove Lo and more.
Classic City Pétanque Club
Lay Park 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GANew players welcome. Scheduled days are Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays at 10 a.m; Wednesdays at 6 p.m. www.athenspetanque.org
Metal + Petal Annual Warehouse Sale
Metal + Petal 1068 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe local interior design studio offers furniture, pillows and unique home decor. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. FREE! www.metalandpetal.com
Pointed Dip Pen Calligraphy
K.A. Artist Shop 127 N. Jackson St., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn to use traditional writing tools to create purposeful strokes and beautiful letterforms in a calm and nurturing environment. Registration required. 1–3 p.m. $55. www.kaartist.com
Rabbit Hole Sunday Market
Rabbit Hole Studios 1001 Winterville Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesSmall businesses, artists, farmers, musicians and creative entrepreneurs will be showcased. A drumming and song circle will be held for the last three hours. Every Sunday, 1–5 p.m. FREE! www.rabbitholdstudios.org/markets
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
History Lecture Series
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesUGA PhD student Maya Brooks will present on “From Slavery to the Stars: Examining the Lives and Legacies of Harriet Jacobs and Katharine Johnson.” FREE! 2 p.m. www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Neurofabulous Caretaker Meetup
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin other caregivers of neurodiverse children to make connections and provide support. All ages. 2:30–3:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
