Calendar Picks
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
90 Carlton: Winter
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesFeaturing “Richard Prince: Tell Me Everything” and a celebration of the new exhibition “Kei Ito: Staring at the Face of the Sun.” 6:30–8:30 p.m. $15. www.georgiamuseum.org/event
Oconee County Library Friends Winter 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. Feb. 8–11. www.oconeelibraryfriends.org
Fantastic Friday
Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesAn instructor supervises while a parent/caregiver leads their little ones through obstacle courses. Ages 1–4 years. Register online. 10–11:30 a.m. $7.50 (ACC residents), $11.25 (non-ACC residents). www.accgovga.myrec.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
Mahjong Club
Winterville Cultural Center 371 N Church St, Winterville, GA, United StatesLearn to play the ancient Chinese game of Mahjong. Tuesdays & Fridays, 1–4 p.m. $1. www.wintervillecenter.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
Chess Club
Winterville Cultural Center 371 N Church St, Winterville, GA, United StatesJoin others for a weekly chess competition. Fridays, 6–10 p.m. FREE! www.wintervillecenter.com
Rick and the Morty’s, Ethan Harrison Smith, The Flying V
Buvez 585 Barber Street Suite A, Athens, GA, United States6:30 p.m. www.facebook.com/buvezathens
RICK AND THE MORTY'S No info available.
ETHAN HARRISON SMITH Americana and folk singer-songwriter from North Georgia.
THE FLYING V Athens quack-rock kings.
Friday Night Initiative
Online: Tyche's GamesLearn how to play a new roleplaying game. New players welcome. 7 p.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com
Vino & Valentines
Winterville Cultural Center 371 N Church St, Winterville, GA, United StatesBring your special someone and create a painting under guided instruction. Supplies, wine and sweet treats provided. Ages 21 & up. 7 p.m. $60 (per couple). www.wintervillecenter.com/classes-clubs
High School Musical on Stage!
Morton Theatre 195 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesThis Disney musical explores issues of friendship, first love and acceptance. Feb. 8–10, 7 p.m. Feb. 10, 2 p.m. $14–20. www.mortontheatre.com
“Do Tell!” Storytelling Festival
Madison Morgan Cultural Center 434 S Main St, Madison, United StatesThe 9th annual event will feature storytellers Carol Cain and Andy Offutt Irwin with host Antonio Rocha. 7–9 p.m. $25. www.mmcc-arts.org
The Red Clay Strays
Georgia Theatre 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $30. www.georgiatheatre.com
THE RED CLAY STRAYS Inventive fusion of classic country, rockabilly and soul from Mobile, AL.
Wednesday, Hotline TNT
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors). $26 (adv.), $31. www.40watt.com
WEDNESDAY Ragged Asheville indie rock with touches of shoegaze and Southern Gothic lyricism.
HOTLINE TNT DIY alternative rock and shoegaze band from New York City.
American Contemporary Music Ensemble
Ramsey Hall 230 River Rd., Athens, GA, United States7:30 p.m. $10 (w/ UGA ID), $25–50. pac.uga.edu
AMERICAN CONTEMPORARY MUSIC ENSEMBLE The program "The Music of Jóhann Jóhannsson" celebrates the Icelandic composer's chamber music in a concert setting featuring string quintet, piano, electronics and percussion.
Mardi Gras Masquerade Ball
Madison-Morgan Cultural Center 434 South Main St., Madison, GA, United StatesThe inaugural fundraiser is A Midnight Winter’s Dream New Orleans themed event with music, food, beverages, a speakeasy casino and more. 7:30–11 p.m. $150. www.mmcc-arts.org
Disaster! The Musical
Town & Gown Players 115 Grady Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesA night of boogie fever quickly changes to panic as a floating discotheque casino succumbs to multiple disasters. Feb. 9–10 & 15–17, 8 p.m. Feb. 11 & 18, 2 p.m. $20. www.townandgownplayers.org
Script Bombing
work.shop 160 Winston Dr. #9, Athens, GA, United StatesComedians join Shakespearean actors with improvised additions. 8 p.m. $10. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
Ballroom Magic: Magically Ever After
UGA New Dance Theatre 263 W. Green St., Athens, GA, United StatesUGA’s Ballroom Performance Group presents a magical evening of dance. Feb. 8–10, 8 p.m. Feb. 10, 2 p.m. $8–18. www.facebook.com/UGABallroomPerformanceGroup
Chi-Town Transit Authority
The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. $20 (adv.), $25. bit.ly/TheFoundryFeb9
CHI-TOWN TRANSIT AUTHORITY Eight-piece tribute band performs four decades of hits by Chicago.
Brad Upton
The Winterville Auditorium 373 N. Church St., Winterville, GA, United StatesA night of comedy with national comedian Brad Upton on his Tap Out, Nap Out, Crap Out tour. 8 p.m. $30–40. www.marigoldauditorium.com
Athens Middle East Orchestra, Celestogramme, Infinite Favors
Nowhere Bar 240 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United StatesAttaboy Presents. 8 p.m. (doors), 9 p.m. (show). $10. www.facebook.com/NowhereBarAthens
ATHENS MIDDLE EAST ORCHESTRA Athens very own Middle Eastern inspired outfit that focuses on the musical culture of Egypt, Turkey, Israel, Syria and more.
CELESTOGRAMME New baroque psychedelic pop project featuring Amanda Lindsey (Violet Vector and the Lovelies), Peter Alvanos (Sunshine Fix) and Joe Lindsey (Herbcraft). They will play songs from their new record SOL LUX FLOS VOX (out summer 2024) which is heavy on mellotron, fuzz riffs, ancient mythology, majestic flourishes, and for better or worse, singing in Latin.
INFINITE FAVORS Featuring members of Pride Parade, Los Meesfits and Cars Can Be Blue.
The Colin Manko Trio, The Shane Parish Trio
Bolo Bolo Athens 160 Winston Drive #2, Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. $10 suggested donation. www.instagram.com/bolo.bolo.ath
THE COLIN MANKO TRIO Manko (guitar) joins Josh Allen (bass) and Alex Dillon (drums) for an improvised set.
THE SHANE PARISH TRIO Parish (guitar) joins John Kiran Fernandes (clarinet) and James Owen (drums) for an improvised set.
Pylon Reenactment Society, Organically Programmed Orchestra
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United States8 p.m. $10. www.hendershotsathens.com
PYLON REENACTMENT SOCIETY Vanessa Briscoe Hay and an all-star cast of locals play the music of Pylon, plus new originals. Album release show!
ORGANICALLY PROGRAMMED ORCHESTRA Electronic space-themed act utilizing primitive drum machines and synthesizers to create disco-pop, jazz and easy listening inspired compositions.
Mardi Gras Party
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesDance to live swing music, enjoy food from Chef Cai Cai’s Cajun’ Cookin’ and dress up to celebrate. All Ages. 8–11 p.m. $5. www.athenticbrewing.com
Honeypuppy, Monsoon, Dog Person
Ciné Athens, GA, United States9 p.m. (doors). $10. www.athenscine.com
HONEYPUPPY Four-piece indie rock band self-described as a "menace to society." Tonight's set includes a music video premiere for "Nymphet."
MONSOON Melodic indie rock duo weaving together unorthodox styles to create music that dips between the conscious and unconscious.
DOG PERSON Organ-driven pop with breezy ennui from members of The Buddy System, Nana Grizol and Circulatory System.
Dead Register, Temptress, Long Cold Stare
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesShadebeast Presents. 9 p.m. (doors). $12. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
DEAD REGISTER Gloomy post-doom dual bass band influenced by goth, industrial and post-punk.
TEMPTRESS Heavy rock and doom metal band from Texas.
LONG COLD STARE Melodic hardcore band that specializes in odd time signatures, dissonant riffs and complex drum patterns.
Family Day: Remembering Radcliffe Bailey
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn about Bailey and other artists in the Larry D. and Brenda A. Thompson Collection of African American Art, then create art. 10 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
Letter to My Future Self
Nano Athens 159 Oneta #4 Suite 1, Athens, United StatesWrite a letter to yourself or a favorite person and leave it to Nano Athens to send it when you want it delivered. 10 a.m.–1 p.m. $5 suggested donation. www.nanoathens.com
Love Your Library Clean Up Party
Oglethorpe Co. Library 858 Athens Rd., Lexington, GA, United StatesEnjoy a free lunch, free books and prizes while straightening shelves and participating in a general clean up. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! www.oglethorpefol.org
Valen-tiny Market
tiny ATH gallery 174 Cleveland Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesLocal artists will have small works of art for sale. 10 a.m.–3 p.m. www.tinyathgallery.com
Oconee County Library Friends Winter 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. Feb. 8–11. www.oconeelibraryfriends.org
Opening Reception
AADM Justice Center and Bookstore 3700 Atlanta Hwy. (Georgia Square Mall, 1st floor), Athens, GA, United StatesAADM’s regular monthly meeting will be followed by the unveiling of a Black LP record exhibit. 10:30 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/AADMovementjusticecenter
Athens Montessori Open House
Athens Montessori School 3145 Barnett Shoals Rd, Athens, GA, United StatesThe public is invited to tour and asks questions about the school. 11 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! www.athensmontessori.com
Really, Really Free Market
Reese and Pope ParkJust 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
Puppies & Yin Yoga
Fuel Hot Yoga 398 Foundry Street, Athens, GA, United StatesJoin Fuel Hot Yoga for a “paws and poses” yoga experience benefitting AAHS. Registration required. 2 p.m. $15 (suggested donation). www.fuelhotyoga.com
High School Musical on Stage!
Morton Theatre 195 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesThis Disney musical explores issues of friendship, first love and acceptance. Feb. 8–10, 7 p.m. Feb. 10, 2 p.m. $14–20. www.mortontheatre.com
Ballroom Magic: Magically Ever After
UGA New Dance Theatre 263 W. Green St., Athens, GA, United StatesUGA’s Ballroom Performance Group presents a magical evening of dance. Feb. 8–10, 8 p.m. Feb. 10, 2 p.m. $8–18. www.facebook.com/UGABallroomPerformanceGroup
Orchid Madness: Botanic Musicale
State Botanical Garden of Georgia 2450 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesOrchid Madness: Botanic Musicale. 6 p.m. $25. botgarden.uga.edu
LIZA STEPANOVA Internationally acclaimed pianist and associate professor of piano at UGA's Hugh Hodgson School of Music. Followed by a champagne reception.
Deep Roots, Rollin’ Home
The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United States6 p.m. (doors), 7 p.m. (show). $7 (adv.), $10. bit.ly/FoundryFeb10
DEEP ROOTS Shades from Motown to Southern rock.
ROLLIN' HOME Local Southern rock band.
Tanner Ursey, JD Clayton
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors). $22 (adv.), $27. www.40watt.com
TANNER URSY Southern-inspired rock with a folk and slight country twist.
JD CLAYTON Earnest singer-songwriter who combines Americana, R&B and folk rock.
Zane Lamprey
Southern Brewing Co. 231 Collins Industrial Blvd., Athens, GA, United StatesThe comedian is known for “being the guy who gets paid to travel around the world and drink.” 7:30 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $25–40. www.zanelamprey.com
Get Down Town
Madison-Morgan Cultural Center 434 South Main St., Madison, GA, United StatesMardi Gras Masquerade Ball: A Midnight Winter's Dream. 7:30–11 p.m. www.mmcc-arts.org
GETDOWNTOWN Celebrate Mardi Gras with R&B grooves, Motown classics and top 40 hits.
Disaster! The Musical
Town & Gown Players 115 Grady Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesA night of boogie fever quickly changes to panic as a floating discotheque casino succumbs to multiple disasters. Feb. 9–10 & 15–17, 8 p.m. Feb. 11 & 18, 2 p.m. $20. www.townandgownplayers.org
Athens Showgirl Cabaret Drag For All
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesEnjoy a fabulous night of drag fun to celebrate the 14th Anniversary show and Lori Divine’s 60th birthday. Ages 12 & under get in free. 8–11 p.m. $5. www.athensshowgirlcabaret.com
Recess Party, Atticus Roness, Florence Cardigan
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. (doors). $12. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
RECESS PARTY Local indie-rock band with a self-described collage of rock, funk and alternative.
ATTICUS RONESS Member of power pop duo The Corduroy Blue.
FLORENCE CARDIGAN Local "reggae disco dreamy funk pop" trio.
The Audiocandy Experience Band
Boutier Winery & Inn 4506 Hudson River Church Road, Danielsville, GA, United States8 p.m. $10. www.boutierwinery.com
THE AUDIOCANDY EXPERIENCE BAND Dance favorites from the '60s to today.
The Young Frankensteins
The Root 1235 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United States9:30 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/AubreyEntertainmentAthensGA
THE YOUNG FRANKENSTEINS A handful of lawyers, a librarian and a neurosurgeon walk into a bar and dish out some fun Valentine's Day themed covers.
Everyday Dogs
The Roadhouse 137 N Lumpkin St, Athens, GA, United States10:30 p.m. www.instagram.com/roadhouseathens
EVERYDAY DOGS Skateboarding, Capri-Sun drinking, surfer-punk rockers of Atlanta.
