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
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
David Court, The PG Show
Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesAthens Farmers Market. 8 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.athensfarmersmarket.net
DAVID COURT One-man band playing harmonica, dulcimer and foot tambourine. (8 a.m.)
THE PG SHOW No info available. (10 a.m.)
Shape Note Singing
No. 3 Railroad Street #3 Railroad St., Arnoldsville, GA, United States10 a.m.–3 p.m. (singing), 12 p.m. (potluck). www.3railroad.org
SHAPE NOTE SINGING Experience the early American a cappella singing tradition using The Social Harp, compiled in 1855 by John Gordon McCurry, Jr., and The Sacred Harp, first published in 1844 by B.F. White. Bring an item to share at the potluck.
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
Oconee County Library Friends Fall Book Sale
Oconee County Civic Center 2661 Hog Mountain Rd., Watkinsville, GA, United StatesBrowse books, children’s books, CDs, DVDs and audiobooks. Thursday is Preview Night (for members only; $10/individual, $25/family), Saturday is 50% Off Day and Sunday is $10/Bag Day. Sept. 14–17. www.oconeelibraryfriends.org
Parachute Storytime!
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy a morning of parachute play, a variety of stories, music and movement. All ages. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Rosh Hashanah Storytime
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesCelebrate and learn more about the Jewish holiday with a story, snack and craft. Best for ages 5 & up. 11 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
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
Abnormal Bazaar
Indie South 470 Hawthorne Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThis market features vendors selling soaps, jewelry, vintage, vinyl and more. Third Saturdays, 11 a.m.–3 p.m. FREE! www.theindiesouth.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 South Carolina Gamecocks game.
Dungeons & Dragons
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesWhether looking for a group to play with or if you just want to give it a try, this adult Dungeons & Dragons group is beginner friendly. Registration required. 12:30–5:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/events
Georgia vs. South Carolina
Sanford Stadium 100 Sanford Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesCheer on the Georgia Bulldogs football team as they face the South Carolina Gamecocks. 3:30 p.m. www.georgiadogs.com
22 & good 4 u
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors). $15 (adv.), $20. www.40watt.com
22 & GOOD 4 U Dance the night away to songs by Taylor Swift and Olivia Rodrigo.
Athens Showgirl Cabaret Drag For All
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesEnjoy a fabulous night of drag fun. Ages 12 & under get in free. 8 p.m. $5. www.athensshowgirlcabaret.com
CannonandtheBoxes, ozello, Gracie Huffman
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. (doors). $10. www.flickertheatreandbar.com.
CANNONANDTHEBOXES Cannon Rogers leads a rotating cast of musicians in mixing fuzz and folk with an upbeat energy. Album release show!
OZELLO Atlanta-based folk-punk band whose sound reflects on the queer experience in the Deep South.
GRACIE HUFFMAN Singer-songwriter of the Athens-based band lighthearted.
Nordista Freeze
Georgia Theatre Rooftop 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). FREE! www.georgiatheatre.com
NORDISTA FREEZE Nashville psych-pop artist whose eccentric energy gets crowds on their feet.
E J Yoyer
American Legion Post 123, Lexington 106 Comer Rd, Lexington, 306488:30 p.m. $15. [email protected]
E J YOYER A tribute to Elvis.
Te Amo Benito Dance Party
Georgia Theatre 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. (doors), 9 p.m. (show). $20. www.georgiatheatre.com
TE AMO BENITO DANCE PARTY A night of dancing to the famed Puerto Rican sensation Bad Bunny.
That’s Rad!
The Root 1235 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United States9:30 p.m. FREE! www.therootathens.com
THAT'S RAD! Pop-punk cover band playing all the hits of the late '90s to early 2000s.
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
Classic City Roller Girls: Green vs. Black
Fun Galaxy Athens 3030 Cherokee Rd, Athens, GA, United StatesWatch CCRG split into teams and go head to head. 10:30 a.m. $12. www.instagram.com/classiccityrollergirls
St. Joseph 150th Anniversary
St. Joseph Catholic Church 958 Epps Bridge Parkway, Athens, United StatesJoin the celebration with a community mass followed by a brief reception and a historical display in the gallery. 11 a.m. FREE! www.stjosephathens.com
Athens YOGA Collective
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy a yoga class on the patio. First and third Sundays, 12 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Brush Lettering Calligraphy
K.A. Artist Shop 127 N. Jackson St., Athens, GA, United StatesKristen MacCarthy provides guided instruction on how to write with a flexible brush nib to create beautiful letterforms. Registration required. 1-3 p.m. $45. www.kaartist.com
Oconee County Library Friends Fall Book Sale
Oconee County Civic Center 2661 Hog Mountain Rd., Watkinsville, GA, United StatesBrowse books, children’s books, CDs, DVDs and audiobooks. Thursday is Preview Night (for members only; $10/individual, $25/family), Saturday is 50% Off Day and Sunday is $10/Bag Day. Sept. 14–17. www.oconeelibraryfriends.org
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
September Mini Market
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThis mini-market features a small, curated group of local vendors. 1–6 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
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
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 to [email protected]. 2–4 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
Sunday Spotlight Tour
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesThis drop-in public tour features highlights of the permanent collection. 3 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
Uncommon Valor During Turbulent Times
Clarke County School District 595 Prince Ave, Athens, GA, United StatesHonor the five African Americans who broke the Clarke County schools color barrier 60 years ago this month with a panel of special guests. 4 p.m. FREE! www.athens-asalh.org
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
Cuban Salsa
UGA Memorial Hall 101 Sanford Dr, Athens, GA, United StatesJoin UGA Salsa Club for lessons that meet a variety of dance abilities, including beginners. Sundays, 4–6 p.m. FREE! www.ugasalsaclub.com
Crafternoon
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesKristen Ashley MacCarthy of K.A. Artist shop will lead a beginners calligraphy class. Registration required. 5–7 p.m. $15. www.athenticbrewing.com
Bad Dog Trivia
The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Sundays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
Tattoo Logic, Grand Mal, The Downstairs
The World Famous 351 N Hull St., Athens, GA, United States9 p.m. $5 suggested donation. www.facebook.com/theworldfamousathens
TATTOO LOGIC Local funky five piece.
GRAND MAL Down tempo downer rock from downtown Athens.
THE DOWNSTAIRS The youth gone wild.
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 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Open Playtime
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesDrop in for play with age-appropriate toys. Ages 5 & under. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Monday Marigold Market
100 North Church Street 100 North Church St., Winterville, GA, United StatesThe 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
Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration
Ciné Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy a South American wine tasting, a Viva Argentine! mini-restaurant pop-up and Spanish- and Latin American-inspired music performed by the Clarke Central Orchestra. FREE! (wine and food for purchase). 5 p.m. www.athenscine.com
Beginner Guitar Club
Lay Park 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GALearn the basic fundamentals of the guitar. Registration required. Every Monday. Ages 8-11, 5:30-6:20 p.m. Ages 12-17, 6:30-7:20 p.m. FREE! www.accgovga.myrec.com
Dungeons & Dragons
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesJoin this one-shot game fit for any skill level with a prize drawing at the end. Grades 6–12. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/events
Third Monday Book Club
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesThis month the group is reading The Sentence by Louise Erdrich. New members welcome. 7 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Meditation Monday
Sisters of the Moon 297 Prince Ave, Suite 17, Athens, United StatesJoin 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 StatesTest 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 StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Garrett Lennox. 7 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ClassicCityTriviaCo
Written Wishes Foundation
MaiKai Kava Lounge 1035 Baxter St Suite A, Athens, GA, United StatesStorytellers are invited to this open mic featuring poetry, spoken word, stories and songs. Third Mondays, 7 p.m. (sign-ups). FREE! www.instagram.com/bulaatmaikai
Trivia with Marissa
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Marissa. 8 p.m. www.flickertheatreandbar.com