Calendar Picks
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
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
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]
Book and Frame Sale
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe museum’s annual holiday sale features new and used publications in all genres and fine-art frames. Dec. 5–6 & 8–9, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Dec. 7, 10 a.m.–9 p.m. Dec. 10, 1–5 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.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
Diamond Hill Farm Stand
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesVegetables and fresh flowers are available on hand and pre-ordered. Every Thursday, 4–6 p.m. www.diamondhillfarmathens.com
Make-A-Wish Georgia Percentage Night
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesRaise funds for the nonprofit while enjoying live music and entering a raffle. 4–10 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
Artist Reception
Ciné Athens, GA, United StatesMeet the artists behind the Elephant 6 art show, view a new interactive installation and enjoy a potluck buffet. 5–8 p.m. FREE! www.athenscine.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
Teen Dungeons & Dragons
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesVolunteer-led gaming session for teens of all skill levels. Grades 6–12. 6–7 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
A Simple Pig
JOKERJOKER Gallery 145 Vine St, Athens, GA, United StatesLIVE In The Studio. 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.jokerjokertv.com/watch
A SIMPLE PIG JOKERJOKERtv hosts a virtual performance. Psychedelic folk from California.
Thursday Trivia
Johnny's New York Style Pizza 1040 Gaines School Rd Suite 219, Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Jon Head. 6:30 p.m. www.johnnyspizza.com
Club Ned Anime Society
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin club members to watch and discuss episodes of “Future Boy Conan,” “Crossing Time” and more. 6:30–8:30 p.m. FREE! www.animefandom.org
Ladies Night Out
Boutier Winery & Inn 4506 Hudson River Church Road, Danielsville, GA, United StatesEnjoy a night of dancing with wine, beer and a buffet. First Thursdays, 6:30–9:30 p.m. $20. www.boutierwinery.com
The Wood Brothers
Georgia Theatre 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States6:30 p.m. (doors), 7:30 p.m. (show). $35. www.georgiatheatre.com
THE WOOD BROTHERS Touring behind an eighth studio album, the singer-songwriter trio has made a name for itself by accepting certain life truths and conveying that through music.
Downtown Parade of Lights
Downtown Athens AthensThe annual family-friendly holiday parade celebrates this year’s theme “An Art Filled Holiday” with a variety of floats and performances. 7 p.m. FREE! www.acc.gov/parade
Oconee Rivers Audubon Society
Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesHannah Wright will speak about her research on Pinyon Jays. 7–8 p.m. FREE! www.oconeeriversaudubon.org
Bad Dog Trivia
The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Thursdays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
Holiday Cabaret
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe Studio and Boulevard Burlesque present performances by the Modern Pin-Ups, Speakeasy Dance, UGA Juggling and more. 8 p.m. (doors). $12 (adv), $15. www.40watt.com
Six Time Losers, Dooley & Baldwin, Scott Low
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. (doors). $10. www.flickertheatre.com
SIX TIME LOSERS Blending folk, bluegrass and country, this central Florida band delivers a unique Americana sound.
DOOLEY & BALDWIN Previously a duo, the full band performs an assortment of alternative rock, country and pop.
SCOTT LOW Clayton-based Southern artist whose music combines jazz, rock, folk and blues.
Morning Mindfulness
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesInstructor-led meditation, movement and mindfulness techniques in the galleries. Email to RSVP. 9:30 a.m. FREE! [email protected]
Book and Frame Sale
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe museum’s annual holiday sale features new and used publications in all genres and fine-art frames. Dec. 5–6 & 8–9, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Dec. 7, 10 a.m.–9 p.m. Dec. 10, 1–5 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.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
Normaltown Pottery Holiday Sale
465 Belvoir Hts. Athens, GA, United StatesThis holiday sale will feature handmade, functional pottery as well as art and local honey. Dec. 8, 4–9 p.m. Dec. 9, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. 762-728-0575
New Location Opening Party
Flat File Print Shop 149 Oneta Street, Unit 6C7, Athens, United StatesCelebrate the print shop’s new opening with “printivities.” 5–7 p.m. FREE! www.flatfileprintshop.com
Parents’ Night Out
Heard Park 400 McKinley Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesChildren will enjoy an evening of recreational activities, crafts, dancing and pizza dinner. Ages 5–12. Registration required. 5–8 p.m. $7 (ACC resident), $10.50 (non-resident). www.accgovga.myrec.com
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
Deck the Hollow
Bear Hollow Zoo at Memorial Park 293 Gran Ellen Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesCelebrate the holidays in lights with local artist vendors, animal encounters and more. Dec. 1–3 & 8–10, 5:30–7:30 p.m. $5. www.facebook.com/BearHollowZoo
Beloved Apothecary’s Sacred Space
Rabbit Hole Studios 1001 Winterville Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesThis week’s gathering serving alcohol alternative beverages will highlight a sound bath with Ben Cirou. Fridays, 6 p.m. $20 suggested donation. www.instagram.com/beloved_apothecary
Beechwood’s Holiday Market
Beechwood Shopping Center 196 Alps Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy hayrides, face painting, food trucks, smore’s, photos with Santa and more. 6–9 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/beechwoodathens
UGA Parasitology Club Percentage Night
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesRaise funds for the club and play a game of trivia. 6–9 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
Michael Wegner, Caroline Aiken
The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United States6 p.m. (doors), 7 p.m. (show). $10 (adv.). www.bit.ly/MichaelWegnerDec8
MICHAEL WEGNER Athens musician who has performed in groups such as Cosmic Charlie and Abbey Road Live! Backed by members of Check The Signs, Hog-eyed Man and Wonderland Rangers, Wegner will perform songs off of his new debut album, Hive Mined.
CAROLINE AIKEN This guitarist and singer's bluesy voice and masterful technique guarantee a hypnotic performance.
The Grinch
UGA Fine Arts Theatre 255 Baldwin St., Athens, GA, United StatesGet in the holiday spirit with this family-friendly performance that transports you to the world of Whoville. Dec. 8–9, 7 p.m. Dec. 9–10, 1 p.m. $15–20. www.thestudioath.com
Andrew Finn Magill
No. 3 Railroad Street #3 Railroad St., Arnoldsville, GA, United States7 p.m. $20. www.3railroad.org
ANDREW FINN MAGILL Solo virtuoso violinist playing Appalachian, Irish and Brazilian tunes.
A Gift to Remember
The Elbert Theatre 100 S. Oliver St., Elbert, GA, United StatesDuring this holiday performance, a group of strangers are delayed in their travels and forced to bond. Dec. 1–2 & 8–9, 7 p.m. Dec. 3 & 10, 2 p.m. $11 (adv.), $16. 706-213-3109
A Burchfield Family Christmas
Madison-Morgan Cultural Center 434 South Main St., Madison, GA, United States7 p.m. $25. www.mmcc-arts.org
A BURCHFIELD FAMILY CHRISTMAS Sam Burchfield, Pip the Pansy and Cicada Rhythm perform favorites from Vince Guaraldi, Burl Ives, Paul McCartney, Chuck Berry and Marvin Gaye.
Angel Olsen, Sluice
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors). SOLD OUT! www.40watt.com
ANGEL OLSEN Hypnotic Asheville-based singer-songwriter whose vulnerable, intimate songs explore human growth and heartbreak.
SLUICE Moniker of indie singer-songwriter Justin Edward Morris.
Elf the Musical
Oconee Youth Theater 1050 Jamestown Blvd., Watkinsville, GA, United StatesThis production based on the classic Will Ferrell movie features a cast of more than 70 from area schools. Dec. 8–9 & 15–16, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 10 & 17, 3 p.m. $15–20. www.oconeeyouthplayhouse.com
LuQi Nights Paint & Sip
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesWear an ugly holiday sweater and create art in benefit of the Athens Pride Queer Collective Trans Healthcare Scholarship. Supplies Provided. Ages 18 & up. 7:30 p.m. $20. www.athenticbrewing.com
Junie B in Jingle Bells, Batman Smells
On Stage Playhouse 215 High School Ave., Monroe, GA, United StatesOn Stage Playhouse presents a mixed cast of children and adults in this holiday-themed play. Dec. 1–2, 8–9 & 15–16, 8 p.m. Dec. 10 & 17, 2:30 p.m. $20. www.onstagewalton.org
Sorority House of the Dead
Town & Gown Players 115 Grady Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesVampire sorority sisters meet human pledges in this goofy and gory homage to the horror movies that ruled the video stores of the 1980s. Dec. 8–9 & 14–16, 8 p.m. Dec. 10 & 17, 2 p.m. $20. www.townandgownplayers.org
Furry Fae, The Rishis, AJ Griffin, Knodel
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. $10. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
FURRY FAE Psychedelic folk outfit featuring elusive songwriter A Simple Pig, on tour from Northern California.
THE RISHIS New Elephant 6 group featuring members of the Olivia Tremor Control, Elf Power and Circulatory System.
AJ GRIFFIN E6 stalwart who has performed in groups such as the Olivia Tremor Control and Circulatory System. His solo work is vaudevillian pop for fans of Van Dyke Parks.
KNODEL Experimental rockers/Chunklet Industries associates hailing from Portland, OR. This will be their first performance in 24 years.
Sabbath Bloody Sabbath, Noise Mountain
Nowhere Bar 240 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. www.facebook.com/NowhereBarAthens
SABBATH BLOODY SABBATH A supergroup featuring members of Five Eight, Larry’s Homework, Carjo and Candace Williams play Black Sabbath's Sabbath Bloody Sabbath, in its entirety in celebration of the landmark album's 50th anniversary.
NOISE MOUNTAIN Inspired by Midwestern alternative rock, this Athens band incorporates both '80s and '90s punk rock into its sound.
Buck n Stuff, Straightjacket Strippers, Deaf Condors, Cowboy Kerouac & The Barebacks
Ciné Athens, GA, United States9 p.m. (doors), 10 p.m. (show). $10. www.athenscine.com
BUCK N STUFF Self-described as "a potentially-serious, arguably-important Buck Owens tribute band."
STRAIGHTJACKET STRIPPERS Sludge noise band straight from the depths of the sex shop psych ward.
DEAF CONDORS Experimental garage-rock group with a genre-bending sound anchored by Peruvian brothers Bob Jesus and Darrick Alvarez.
COWBOY KEROUAC & THE BAREBACKS Athens queer anarcho cowpunk.
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
Breakfast with Santa
The Classic Center 300 N. Thomas St., Athens, GA, United StatesTell Santa your Christmas wishes, create holiday crafts and enjoy a full breakfast buffet. 8:30–10:30 a.m. $25 (children 10 & under), $30 (adults). www.classiccenter.com
Breakfast With Santa
Memorial Park 293 Gran Ellen Dr, Athens, GA, United StatesCreate a take home craft, enjoy a biscuit breakfast and chat with Santa to share your holiday wish list. Registration required. 9 a.m. & 10:45 a.m. $5 (ACC resident), $7.50 (non-resident). www.accgovga.myrec.com
Holi-Ladder-Day Market
tiny ATH gallery 174 Cleveland Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse a rotating exhibit of local artist creations displayed on ladders. Dec. 2 & 9, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. www.tinyathgallery.com
Open Studio Sale
100 Three Oaks Dr. 100 Three Oaks Dr., Athens, GABrowse works by local landscape artist Jim StipeMaas. 9 a.m.–3 p.m. www.jimstipemaas.com
Normaltown Pottery Holiday Sale
465 Belvoir Hts. Athens, GA, United StatesThis holiday sale will feature handmade, functional pottery as well as art and local honey. Dec. 8, 4–9 p.m. Dec. 9, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. 762-728-0575
Ceramics Open Studio & Holiday Sale
3747 Old Wildcat Bridge Rd. 3747 Old Wildcat Bridge Rd., Danielsville, GA, United StatesBrowse David Morgan’s nature inspired pottery. Dec. 9, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Dec. 10, 12–5 p.m. www.facebook.com/davidmorganpottery