Calendar Picks
AOC Twilight Criterium | Saturday, April 26 @ 6:30 am | Downtown Athens
AOC Twilight Criterium Downtown Athens
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
Napalm Death, Melvins, Dark Sky Burial, Weedeater | Tuesday, April 29 @ 6:00 pm | 40 Watt Club
Napalm Death, Melvi... 40 Watt Club
Adoption Awareness
Cornerstone Church 4680 Lexington Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesCelebrate Adoption Day by hearing from prospective adoptive agencies, listening to stories of children ready for adoption and more. 8 a.m.–1 p.m. FREE! www.cornerstoneathens.cc
All Are Welcome Annual Fall Market
Sisters of the Moon 297 Prince Ave, Suite 17, Athens, United StatesSisters of the Moon inaugural event celebrating queer, POC and local artisans with an inclusive marketplace. Oct. 11–12, 10 a.m–5 p.m. FREE! www.shopsotm.com
All Are Welcome Market
Sisters of the Moon 297 Prince Ave, Suite 17, Athens, United StatesAll Are Welcome Market. 10 a.m.–5 p.m. (market), 1 p.m. (music). www.shopsotm.com
ANIME ZAYY Anime-aesthetic inspired rapper with a blend of trap, R&B and lo-fi sounds.
CHASING JONAH Alternative indie pop artist from Florida.
PERFECT ANIMAL Atlanta group with shoegaze guitar leads and introspective lyrics.
Boybutante Drag Brunch
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesEnjoy a breakfast buffet with drag performances by Boybutante’s queens and kings. 11 a.m. & 1 p.m. $25. www.facebook.com/boybutante
Treehouse Squared Fall Fest
Treehouse Kid & Craft 815 W. Broad St., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin Treehouse Zine and Treehouse Kid and Craft for candle-making, zine-making, music and more. All ages. 12–3 p.m. FREE! www.treehousezine.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
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
Mother Courage & Her Children
UGA Fine Arts Theatre 255 Baldwin St., Athens, GA, United StatesUGA Theatre presents a play about Mother Courage navigating a post-apocalyptic war to support her children. Nov. 9–10 & 15–18, 8 p.m. Nov. 12 & 19, 2 p.m. $6 (UGA students), $18 (public). www.ugatheatre.com
Athentic Bluegrass Jam
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United States2–5 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
ATHENTIC BLUEGRASS JAM Bring an instrument for an open mic afternoon of bluegrass.
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
Mythos & Machinations
Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall 230 River Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesUGA Opera Theatre presents an evening of familiar favorites and lesser-known works. Nov. 10, 7:30 p.m. Nov. 12, 3 p.m. $20. pac.uga.edu
Mythos & Machinations: A Night of Fine Opera
Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall 230 River Rd., Athens, GA, United States3 p.m. $20. pac.uga.edu
UGA OPERA THEATRE The program "Mythos & Machinations: A Night of Fine Opera" highlights familiar favorites and lesser-known works.
Doc Lunwood Cleaveland
Boutier Winery & Inn 4506 Hudson River Church Road, Danielsville, GA, United StatesWine Down in the Winery. 3–5 p.m. FREE! www.boutierwinery.com
DOC LYNWOOD CLEAVELAND Modern rock songs.
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
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
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
Nia Classes
RxGym 195 Miles Street Athens, Athens, GA, United StatesMindful movement for body and soul, adaptable for all ages and fitness levels. Mondays and Thursdays, 10 a.m. $15–20. [email protected]
Classic City Rotary
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThe local chapter meets weekly. Mondays, 11:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Lunch & Learn
Oglethorpe Co. Library 858 Athens Rd., Lexington, GA, United StatesTrina Gaither’s talk “Beans, The Perfect Vegetable” focuses how to grow and use a select varieties from Georgia, and there will be samples, seeds and recipes. 12 p.m. FREE! www.oglethorpefol.org
Beginner Adult Learn to Ride
Sandy Creek Park 400 Bob Holman Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn to ride a bike in a safe and friendly environment. Ages 18 & up. 1–3 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/trails
Vietnamese Class Monday
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesInstructor Martine Thy Nguyen teaches the basics of Vietnamese to adult learners of all levels. 6 p.m. 18 & up. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Upcycling Workshop
The Winterville Center for Community & Culture 371 N. Church St, Athens, GA, United StatesBring an article of clothing and Jamil of “Z as in” will help you create something new. 6–8 p.m. $10. www.wintervillecenter.com
Author Talk & Book Signing
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesEsra Mirze Santesso will discuss and sign copies of her book Muslim Comics and Warscape Witnessing. 7–8 p.m. FREE! www.avidbookshop.com
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
ACC Federation of Neighborhoods
Ciné Athens, GA, United StatesThe Federation of Neighborhoods informs neighborhoods about local issues that affect them. This month’s topic is homelessness in Athens. 7 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/federationofneighborhoods
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
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
Holiday Open House
Lexington Vintage 1743 Lexington Rd, Athens, GAEnjoy vendors, refreshments, door prizes and a selfie with Santa. 9:30 a.m.–7 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/lexingtonvintageathens
Historic Athens History Hour
Lyndon House Arts Center 211 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesHope Iglehart will discuss “Looking Back Over the Years” and The Athena Awards. 12 p.m. FREE! www.historicathens.com
Athens Fibercraft Guild
Lyndon House Arts Center 211 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesWeaver Bonnie Montgomery will demonstrate making patterned rag rugs, and members can show and tell their latest projects. 12:30–2:30 p.m. FREE! www.athensfiber.org
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
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
4’33” Competition
The Athenaeum 287 W. Broad St., Athens, GA, United StatesThis contest highlights University of Georgia student research in the arts. A Spotlight on the Arts event. 4–6 p.m. FREE! arts.uga.edu
West Broad Farmers Market and Garden
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesVendors will be on site with fresh produce, local fare, rare plants, artisan goods and more. Tuesdays, 5–8 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Monthly Book Swap
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse free books to take home or settle in to read in the front lounge. Donating books is encouraged but not required. Second Tuesdays, 5–10 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Memoir Writing Group
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesDuring this monthly group, hear memoirs from others and learn tips on how to write your own. 5:30–6:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
No Phone Party
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesDisconnect to connect with a phone-free, laptop-free happy hour. Every Tuesday, 6–9 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.com
Plini, Strawberry Girls, Standards
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States6 p.m. (doors). $31. www.40watt.com
PLINI Songwriting project of Australian instrumental prog rock guitarist Plini Roessler-Holgate.
STRAWBERRY GIRL Salinas, CA band that specializes in all things purely instrumental.
STANDARDS LA math rock duo enthusiastic about everything fruit.
Classic City Trivia
Akademia Brewing Co. 150 Crane Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Garrett Lennox. 7 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ClassicCityTriviaCo
Bad Dog Trivia
Amici Athens 233 E Clayton St, Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Tuesdays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
Next Act Cabaret
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesUGA’s student-run musical theatre group will put on a performance based on Disney Channel original movies. 7 p.m. $10. www.hendershotsathens.com
Psaltery, Antlered Aunt Lord, Viv Awesome
Buvez 585 Barber Street Suite A, Athens, GA, United StatesPrimordial Void Presents. 7 p.m. $10. www.facebook.com/buvezathens
PSALTERY Angular indie/folk rock from Atlanta, featuring Paris Young of PV-affiliated band Team Deathmatch.
ANTLERED AUNT LORD Local cult favorites producing feedback-drenched noise pop, led by songwriter Jesse Stinnard (Tunabunny).
VIV AWESOME Folky shoegaze from Athens.
Open Mic Night
Rabbit Hole Studios 1001 Winterville Rd., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/whiterabbitproductionsllc
OPEN MIC NIGHT A night of community in music.
Latin American Music Ensemble
Ramsey Hall 230 River Rd., Athens, GA, United States7:30 p.m. music.uga.edu
LATIN AMERICAN MUSIC ENSEMBLE Part of UGA's Spotlight on the Arts.
Athens Rock and Gem Club
Holy Cross Lutheran Church 800 West Lake Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesThe meeting begins with club business followed by an educational program, this month Jim Maudsley will present on Arkansas Quartz. 7:30 p.m. FREE! www.athensrockandgemclub.org
Marcus King
Georgia Theatre 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $45. www.georgiatheatre.com
MARCUS KING Grammy Award-nominated Southern rock artist with a bluesy, soulful sound influenced by Duane Allman, B.B. King and Waylon Jennings.
JOSHUA RAY WALKER Country singer-songwriter and storyteller full of personality.
