Calendar Picks

AOC Twilight Criterium | Friday, April 25 @ 12:00 pm | Downtown Athens

Friday, April 25 @ 12:00 pm

AOC Twilight Criterium

Downtown Athens

Strike Fashion Show | Friday, April 25 @ 5:45 pm | Geography Geology Building

Friday, April 25 @ 5:45 pm

Strike Fashion Show

Geography Geology Building

AOC Twilight Criterium | Saturday, April 26 @ 6:30 am | Downtown Athens

Saturday, April 26 @ 6:30 am

AOC Twilight Criterium

Downtown Athens

Madison Fest | Saturday, April 26 @ 10:00 am | Madison Town Park

Saturday, April 26 @ 10:00 am

Madison Fest

Madison Town Park
Friday, April 25 @ 12:00 pm

AOC Twilight Criterium

Downtown Athens
Friday, April 25 @ 5:45 pm

Strike Fashion Show

Geography Geology Building
Saturday, April 26 @ 6:30 am

AOC Twilight Criterium

Downtown Athens
Saturday, April 26 @ 10:00 am

Madison Fest

Madison Town Park

Mark Plemmons, Acoustic Jam

Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United States

Athens 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 States

Markets 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 States

The 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

Event Series Open Gallery

Open Gallery

Southern Star Studio 180 Cleveland Ave., Athens, GA, United States

Browse 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 States

Bring 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 States

Ms. 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 States

The 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 States

Grab 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, Georgia

Cheer 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, Georgia

UGA 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 Park

Just 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 States

Cheer on the Georgia Bulldogs football team as they face the Ball State Cardinals. 12 p.m. www.georgiadogs.com

Event Series Mama Speed Dating

Mama Speed Dating

reBlossom Mama & Baby Shop 625 Barber St., Athens, GA, United States

Gather 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 States

Watch 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., Winterville

6 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 States

6–8 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 States

7 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 States

7 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, Athens

Dust 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 States

Yellow 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 States

Shadebeast 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 States

9 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.

Metal + Petal Annual Warehouse Sale

Metal + Petal 1068 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United States

The 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 States

Learn 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

Event Series Rabbit Hole Sunday Market

Rabbit Hole Sunday Market

Rabbit Hole Studios 1001 Winterville Rd., Athens, GA, United States

Small 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

History Lecture Series

Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United States

UGA 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 States

Join other caregivers of neurodiverse children to make connections and provide support. All ages. 2:30–​​3:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org

Event Series Live Jazz

Live Jazz

Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, Georgia

3–5 p.m. www.creaturecomfortsbeer.com

LIVE JAZZ Every Sunday afternoon.

Bad Dog Trivia

Southern Brewing Co. 231 Collins Industrial Blvd., Athens, GA, United States

Test your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Sundays, 4 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens

Adam Hood, Joshua Walker

Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United States

6 p.m. (doors), 7 p.m. (show). www.hendershotsathens.com

ADAM HOOD Singer-songwriter with a Southern sound that's equal parts country, soul and American roots music.

JOSHUA WALKER Country singer-songwriter and member of the Holman Autry Band whose lyrics focus on the simple things in life.

Bad Dog Trivia

The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United States

Test your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Sundays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens

Monday Funday

Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United States

Join Ms. Donna for songs, fingerplays, storytelling and STEAM activities. Ages 3–7 years. Registration suggested. 10 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart

Infant Storytime

ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United States

Enjoy stories, songs, nursery rhymes, bouncing and cuddling. Ages 0–2 years. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org

Monday Marigold Market

100 North Church Street 100 North Church St., Winterville, GA, United States

The market features fresh produce, preserves, snacks and meat with a lunch special available (until 2 p.m.). 11 a.m.–6 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/marigoldmarketwinterville

Athens Reads Together Storytime

ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United States

Join Miss Rebecca for stories and songs with special guests the UGA Gymdogs gymnastics team. All ages. 6–​​6:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org

Event Series Charity Crochet

Charity Crochet

Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United States

Come 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

Event Series Meditation Monday

Meditation Monday

Sisters of the Moon 297 Prince Ave, Suite 17, Athens, United States

Join others for a collective tarot reading followed by a guided meditation, breath work, journal prompts and more. All ages. 7–​​8:30 p.m. FREE! www.shopsotm.com

Monday Trivia with Erin

Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United States

Test your trivia knowledge with host Erin. 7–9 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com

Classic City Trivia

Dooley's Bar and Grill 259 E Broad St, Athens, GA, United States

Test your trivia knowledge with host Garrett Lennox. 7 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ClassicCityTriviaCo

Blood Everywhere

Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States

A successful actor named Michael has a dark past that may be coming back to haunt him as people around him begin dying in Riccardo Freda’s Murder Obsession. 7–9 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/bloodeverywhere.athens

Cut Worms

Georgia Theatre 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States

7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $22. www.georgiatheatre.com

CUT WORMS Brooklyn-based singer-songwriter Max Clarke explores "pop essentialism" by mining the golden hits of yesteryear to create a timeless new sound of his own.

Storytime

ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United States

Enjoy stories, songs, movement and more for preschool-aged children and their caregivers. 9:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org