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
AOC Twilight Criterium Downtown Athens
Madison Fest Madison Town Park
Dawgstock The Foundry
Julien Baker &... Georgia Theatre
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
Dixeland Five
Oak House Distillery 1015 Macon Hwy., Athens, GA, United States3:30 p.m. www.oakhousedistillery.com
DIXIELAND FIVE New Orleans style jazz band with trumpet, trombone, clarinet, piano, sousaphone, drums and featured vocalist Liam Parke.
New Year’s Eve Bash
Southern Brewing Co. 231 Collins Industrial Blvd., Athens, GA, United StatesNew Year's Eve Bash. 7 p.m.–1 a.m. $50. bit.ly/sobrewconye
DJ MAHOGANY Popular local DJ spins freaky funk, sultry soul, righteous R&B and a whole lotta unexpected faves. Tonight's event includes a Mellow Mushroom pizza buffet and midnight toast.
Original Splitz Band
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesMotown NYE Party. 8 p.m. (doors), 9 p.m. (show). $10. bit.ly/AthenticNYE
ORIGINAL SPLITZ BAND A mixed drink of the classic Motown sound, part 1970s funk and disco flavor, a dash of the old-school and contemporary R&B, and a guaranteed good time.
Mercyland, Shehehe, The Stacks
Nowhere Bar 240 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. www.facebook.com/NowhereBarAthens
MERCYLAND Recently revitalized post-punk band originally formed in 1985 and fronted by David Barbe.
SHEHEHE Local band that draws from old-school punk and arena rock to create a fist-pumping atmosphere.
THE STACKS New Orleans-based rock and roll party band founded in 1999.
NS Family Vinyl New Years Eve
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesNS Family Vinyl New Years Eve. 8 p.m. (doors). FREE! www.flickertheatreandbar.com
JR GREEN Music promoter, former venue owner and DJ known as JR Superstar.
MONTY GREENE Electronic artist with crisp, powerful dance tracks.
NATE MITCHELL Local DJ spins a patchwork of '50s/'60s soul/R&B, garage rock, psychedelic and more.
WYATT NICHOLSON DJ Other Voices, Other Rooms spinning a love letter to Go Bar full of '80s techno-pop and Cocteau Twins.
ELLIS G No info available.
Murder the Mood, The Getaway Company, Ghoul Hand
The World Famous 351 N Hull St., Athens, GA, United StatesNew Year's Eve Cover Show. 9 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/theworldfamousathens
MURDER THE MOOD A tribute to My Chemical Romance.
THE GETAWAY COMPANY Covering System of a Down.
GHOUL HAND The best of The Misfits.
Dance Macabre
Ciné Athens, GA, United StatesDance Macabre: New Year's Eve Goth Night Dance Party. 9 p.m. $10. www.athenscine.com
DJ CROWE DJ spinning hip hop, electronic, industrial and more.
DJ TOMB LILY Adria Stembridge of Tears for the Dying spins deathrock, post-punk, goth and more.
DJ GOTH DAD Dustin Gannon of Vision Video spins danceable tracks full of doom and gloom.
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
Karaoke with the King
Ciné Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. FREE! www.athenscine.com
KARAOKE WITH THE KING Show off your pipes to the world. Every first, third and fifth Tuesday.
Icy Investigations: Winter Science Extravaganza
Rocksprings Community Center 285 Rocksprings Ct, Athens, GAExplore the wonders of science with a day filled with experiments, crafts and games. Ages 6–12. Registration required. 9 a.m.–4 p.m. $15 (resident), $22.50 (non-resident). www.accgovga.myrec.com
Tour At Two
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesThese drop-in public tours feature highlights of the permanent collection. 2 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
LEGO & Builder’s Club
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesDrop in to use LEGOs and other building materials. All ages. 3:30–5:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Jazz Night
Porterhouse Grill 459 E Broad St, Athens, United States6–8:30 p.m. www.porterhousegrillathens.com
JAZZ NIGHT Longest running jazz gig in Athens captained by drummer Mason Davis and featuring a rotating cast of familiar faces performing American songbook, bossa nova classics and crossover hits.
Word of Mouth
The Globe 199 N Lumpkin St, AthensAthens’ longest-running spoken word open mic, with this month’s featured reader being Clifford Brooks. 6 p.m. (sign-ups), 7 p.m. (poetry). FREE! www.facebook.com/athenswordofmouth
Gorgeous George’s Improv League
Buvez 585 Barber Street Suite A, Athens, GA, United StatesTownie improv that invites you to bring suggestions. Wednesdays, 7 p.m. $5 suggested donation. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
Dr. Fred’s Karaoke
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States9 p.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreandbar.com
DR. FRED'S KARAOKE Featuring a large assortment of pop, rock, indie and more.
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
Opening Reception
Ciné Athens, GA, United StatesArt by Don Chambers will be on display. 5–7 p.m. FREE! www.cineathens.com
Opening Reception
Ciné Athens, GA, United StatesAthens-based artist Don Chambers’ exhibition “Skitterings” of mostly works on paper explores the use of space, color and texture. 5–7 p.m. FREE! www.athica.org
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. 6–7:45 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
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
Rick Fowler Acoustic Band
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesBlues and Brews Residency. 6–8:30 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
RICK FOWLER ACOUSTIC BAND Original, guitar-driven local blues-rock group. Every first Thursday of the month.
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
Nate Smith, Dylan Schneider
Georgia Theatre 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States6:30 p.m. (doors), 7:30 p.m. (show). $30. www.georgiatheatre.com
NATE SMITH Nashville country artist with a mix of gritty backwoods soul and rock and roll swagger.
DYLAN SCHNEIDER Pop country singer-songwriter with a rock and roll edge.
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
Bob Dylan Live Tribute
Ciné Athens, GA, United States7:30 p.m. (music), 8:30 p.m. (film). Donations encouraged. www.athenscine.com
BOB DYLAN LIVE TRIBUTE A.M. Rodriguez hosts local musicians performing live Bob Dylan covers before select screenings of A Complete Unknown. "The Archetypal Folk Singer" on Friday includes Don Chambers, Cannon Rodgers, Marcel Sletten and Julia Barfield. "Folk Goes Electric" on Saturday features the Ciné Family Band.
Shipwreck Saloon Cocktail Experience
The Venue on Broad 766 West Broad Street, Athens, United StatesThe Pirates and Rum Experience is an interactive show where the dead tell tales based on real-life pirate murders and legends with accompanying cocktails. 8 p.m. $45. www.shipwrecksaloonshow.com
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
Beloved Apothecary’s Sacred Space
1001 Winterville Rd. Athens, GA, United StatesThis week’s gathering serving alcohol alternative beverages will highlight yoga flow with Sam Thurmond. Fridays, 6 p.m. $20 suggested donation. www.instagram.com/beloved_apothecary
Noah James Saunders Art Fundraiser
Normal Bar 1365 Prince Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThis fundraiser event to help local artist Noah James Saunders exhibit their art in Los Angeles features live music, poetry readings, auctions and more. 6–10 p.m. $20 suggested donation. [email protected]
50 First Jokes
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesHosted by Joe Pettis, 50 of Georgia’s best comics share their first new joke of the year. 7 p.m. (doors). $10 (adv.), $12. www.40watt.com
3 Exits to Hattiesburg, City Playgrounds, Parking Garage
Buvez 585 Barber Street Suite A, Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $10. www.facebook.com/buvezathens
3 EXITS TO HATTIESBURG Touring Connecticut pop-punk trio with a twinge of '90s retro alt sound.
CITY PLAYGROUNDS Atlanta indie rock group with a mix of influences across the spectrum of soul and art rock.
PARKING GARAGE Local self-proclaimed "salt rock" band, mixing Midwest emo platitudes with dance punk attitudes.
small talk, BIG SHOW
Work.Shop 160 Winston Dr #9, Athens, GA, United StatesA late night talk show hosted by Matt House featuring libbaloops, Kelly Petronis and Olive McKay. 8–9:15 p.m. $10. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
Shipwreck Saloon Cocktail Experience
The Venue on Broad 766 West Broad Street, Athens, United StatesThe Pirates and Rum Experience is an interactive show where the dead tell tales based on real-life pirate murders and legends with accompanying cocktails. 8 p.m. $45. www.shipwrecksaloonshow.com
Liam Bauman, Gracie Huffman, Mason Thomas
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. (doors). $10. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
LIAM BAUMAN Nashville-based acoustic guitarist and singer-songwriter blending ambient pop and lo-fi indie rock.
GRACIE HUFFMAN Singer-songwriter of the Athens-based band lighthearted.
MASON THOMAS No info available.
Little Mae, Women in Stem, Option Paralysis
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United States8 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.com
LITTLE MAE A sibling duo with soothing, gentle pop harmonies.
WOMEN IN STEM Young trio that got its start through Nuçi's Space's Camp Amped program.
OPTION PARALYSIS Local four-piece indie rock band that struggles with decision-making.
Tea with Tolkien
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesCelebrate the 131st birthday of J.R.R. Tolkien with a presentation, trivia, reference materials and refreshments. 2–3:45 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Bog-Art Fest
Spaceball Bazaar 130 N. Church St., Bogart, GABog-Art Fest. 5 p.m. $10. www.facebook.com/spaceballentertainment
ORIGINAL HAMSTERS Album release show!
MARISA LEILANI Muralist and visual artist performs on acoustic guitar.
JD PINKUS Longtime Butthole Surfers member playing psychedelic, punky "spacegrass" on banjo.
HAMMERHEAD No info available.
Bog-Art Fest
Spaceball Bazaar 130 N. Church St., Bogart, GASpaceball Entertainment presents a celebration of weirdness and creative forces with an open gallery, record sale, potluck and live music. 5 p.m. $10. www.facebook.com/spaceballentertainment
Henry Luther & Cocaine Fairies, Cowboy Kerouac & The Barebacks, Here Be Monsters
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. $10. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
HENRY LUTHER & COCAINE FAIRIES Chaos folk from Columbia, SC.
COWBOY KEROUAC & THE BAREBACKS Athens queer anarcho cowpunk.
HERE BE MONSTERS Folk-punk solo act with history-laden lyricism atop melodic guitar wizardry.
The Royal Velvet
Nowhere Bar 240 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States9:30 p.m. www.facebook.com/NowhereBarAthens
THE ROYAL VELVET Heavy powdered rock and roll.
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