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
Planet Earth Rocks and Crystals Warehouse Sale
Planet Earth Rocks and Crystals 135 Mill Center Blvd., Athens, GA, United StatesThe warehouse is open to the public to browse over 6,000 square feet of crystals and specimens. Feb. 22–23, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Feb. 24, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. www.facebook.com/planetearthrocksandcrystals
Writing a Way Home
101 LeConte Hall 250 Baldwin St., Athens, GA, United StatesPrize-winning author Jacquelyn Dowd Hall will present on “A Life in Southern and Women’s History.” 12:45 p.m. FREE! history.uga.edu
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
Artist Talk
Lyndon House Arts Center 211 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesArtist Katie Ford will discuss her work in the exhibition “Soft Trap.” 6 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/LyndonHouseArts
Classic City Squares Dance Lessons
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens 780 Timothy Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesBeginner square dance lessons for singles, couples and children. Ages 12 & up. Thursdays, 2–4 p.m. $5. www.facebook.com/groups/classiccitysquares
Chapter Chat
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesThis month’s chat will feature The Strange Case of Origami Yoda by by Tom Angleberger with quizzes, trivia, snacks and more. Ages 8–12. 4:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Orchids and Chocolates
State Botanical Garden of Georgia 2450 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesParticipants will receive an orchid and enjoy a chocolate tasting and demonstrations about the cacao bean and orchids from the garden’s collection. 5 p.m. $50. botgarden.uga.edu
Closing Reception
tiny ATH gallery 174 Cleveland Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesCamille Hayes’ solo exhibition “B Sides” will be on display. 5–8 p.m. FREE! www.tinyathgallery.com
Visiting Artist Lecture
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesKaryn Sandlos will deliver the 2024 Aralee Strange Lecture “Learning from Loss: Pedagogies of Art, Creativity and Change.” 5:30 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
Adult Dungeons & Dragons
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesA gaming session for players of all skill levels. Ages 18 & up. 6 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
Intro to Comedy Writing with Rich Talarico
work.shop 160 Winston Dr. #9, Athens, GA, United StatesThe TV comedy writer veteran Rich Talarico will share insights and writing techniques. 6 p.m. $75. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
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
Bowling for Bottoms
Starland Lounge & Lanes 145 E. Clayton St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe fundraiser will include socializing and duckpin bowling in benefit of the Athens Area Diaper Bank. 6:30–8:30 p.m. $20. www.athensareadiaperbank.com
Avid Poetry Series
Avid Bookshop 1662 S. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United StatesPoet Michael Dumanis will be in conversation with local author Sabrina Orah Mark about his book Creature. 7 p.m. FREE! www.avidbookshop.com
Athens Science Café
Buvez 585 Barber Street Suite A, Athens, GA, United StatesThis month Karen Wells, Paul Eubig and Dax Ovid will present on “What Professors Say, What Students Remember, and Why it Matters for Science Communication.” 7 p.m. FREE! www.athenssciencecafe.wordpress.com
Boots & Brews Line Dancing
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn the line dancing basics from hosts Becky and Patty. 7 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
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
Town Mountain, Big Richard
Georgia Theatre 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $20. www.georgiatheatre.com
TOWN MOUNTAIN Americana-influenced bluegrass band based in Asheville.
BIG RICHARD Four-piece supergroup that mashes up bluegrass, oldtime, classical, country and pop music.
The Castellows
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors). $15 (adv.), $20. www.40watt.com
THE CASTELLOWS Three Georgia-born sisters who perform neo-traditional country music.
Happy Birthday Anton Bruckner
Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall 230 River Rd., Athens, GA, United States7:30 p.m. $3 (w/ UGA ID), $15. pac.uga.edu
HAPPY BIRTHDAY ANTON BRUCKNER Celebrate the 200th birth anniversary of the great Austrian composer known for his symphonies and sacred music.
Ken Kinney, Clay Leverett
Rialto Club 500 College Ave., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $15 (adv.), $22. bit.ly/KevnKinneyFeb22
KEVN KINNEY The Drivin N Cryin frontman performs a set of his solo material for a monthly residency.
CLAY LEVERETT Local songwriter and country-minded rocker whose songs are both tough and tender.
More Disgruntled Fumes, Tiny Jazz Arkestra
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United States8 p.m. $10. www.hendershotsathens.com
MORE DISGRUNTLED FUMES Stephanie Astalos-Jones (White Lightnin', Coat of Many Colors, "WandaVision") presents a new show featuring aspiring poets.
TINY JAZZ ARKESTRA Southern punk jazz featuring Darrin Cook, Jamie Derevere, Bo Hembree and Mike Jones.
Handholder, Honeypuppy, Racecar 44
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. (doors). $10. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
HANDHOLDER A group whose multi-genre sound ranges from folk to rock to electronic.
HONEYPUPPY Four-piece indie rock band self-described as a "menace to society."
RACECAR 44 New Athens band. Debut show!
Comedy in the Cellar
Onward Reserve 146 East Clayton Street, Athens, GA, United StatesAthens Comedy presents headlining comedian Amber North and special guests. Thursdays, 8:30–10:30 p.m. $7–12. www.facebook.com/athenscomedy
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]
Planet Earth Rocks and Crystals Warehouse Sale
Planet Earth Rocks and Crystals 135 Mill Center Blvd., Athens, GA, United StatesThe warehouse is open to the public to browse over 6,000 square feet of crystals and specimens. Feb. 22–23, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Feb. 24, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. www.facebook.com/planetearthrocksandcrystals
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
Willson Poffenberger
Dancz Center for New Music Hugh Hodgson School of Music Building, Athens, GA, United States6 p.m. FREE! music.uga.edu
WILLSON POFFENBERGER Guest artist Poffenberger is a saxophone soloist, educator, chamber musician and improviser.
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
Friday Night Initiative
Online: Tyche's GamesLearn how to play a new roleplaying game. New players welcome. 7 p.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com
SHAM, Jake Brower, John Kiran Fernandes & Arianna Petersen, Terry’s Dolmen
Bolo Bolo Athens 160 Winston Drive #2, Athens, GA, United StatesAttaboy Tapes Presents. 7 p.m. $10. www.instagram.com/bolo.bolo.ath
SHAM Lush and interesting experimental folk from Asheville led by Shane Justice McCord.
JAKE BROWER Whimsical bubblegum pop.
JOHN KIRAN FERNANDES & ARIANNA PETERSEN DUO Duet on clarinet and cello.
TERRY'S DOLMEN Project featuring Graham Ulicny of Reptar and Thick Paint.
Don’t Tell Comedy
ATHICA 675 Pulaski St., Athens, GA, United StatesA secret lineup of comedians not announced until they appear on stage. 7:30 p.m. $25. www.donttellcomedy.com
Circadian Flight
Canopy Studio 160-6 Tracy Street, Athens, GA, United StatesCanopy Studio’s advanced students will perform an aerial dance that explores life between night and day featuring trapeze, fabrics and pole acts. Feb. 23, 8 p.m. Feb. 24, 4 p.m. & 8 p.m. Feb. 25, 2 p.m. $15 (adults), $10 (students/children). www.canopystudio.org
George Rigden: George-eous
work.shop 160 Winston Dr. #9, Athens, GA, United StatesAn evening of interactive musical comedy with UK performer George Rigden. 8 p.m. $10. www.flyingsquid.com
Mercyland, The Muckers, Beat Up, Cowboy Kerouac
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. (doors). $12. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
MERCYLAND Recently revitalized post-punk band originally formed in 1985 and fronted by David Barbe.
THE MUCKERS Atlanta-based Irish rock band.
BEAT UP Local punks resisting the darkest timeline.
COWBOY KEROUAC Athens queer anarcho cowpunk. Album release show for Chaos Country!
Johnny Falloon, 15,000 Guns, Buice, Rubber Udder
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. (doors), $12. www.40watt.com
JOHNNY FALLOON Deranged local band with hard-hitting songs and complex theatrics.
15,000 GUNS Existential post-punk and noise rock from Atlanta.
BUICE Self-described Atlanta freakcore, conscious prog rock and skronk.
RUBBER UDDER Self-described weirdo experimental acid punk/noise-grunge thing from Athens.
Evelia, Reggie Pearl, Annie Collette
Ciné Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. $10. www.athenscine.com
EVELIA Local alternative pop artist creating guitar-driven, lyrically resonant music.
REGGIE PEARL Indie rock singer-songwriter from St. Louis, MO.
ANNIE COLLETTE New York City indie pop artist with guitar-forward songs and emotional lyrics.
Holy Wound, Cryptochid, Giger
Buvez 585 Barber Street Suite A, Athens, GA, United States7:30 p.m. $10. www.facebook.com/buvezathens
HOLY WOUND "Big-ass blackened rock and roll" bordering on death metal from Atlanta.
CRYPTORCHID New local blackened hardcore punk.
GIGER Equal parts sludge, doom and death metal.
2000*s Night
Georgia Theatre 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States9:30 p.m. (doors). $16 (adv.), $25. www.georgiatheatre.com
2000*S NIGHT Club 90's presents a dance party of hits from the 2000s.
Reed Brake
Nowhere Bar 240 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 9:30 p.m. (show). $10. www.instagram.com/nowherebarathensga
REED BRAKE Improvisational roots rock quartet inspired by life lived in nature.
Athens Run for Ahmaud Arbery
AADM Justice Center and Bookstore 3700 Atlanta Hwy. (Georgia Square Mall, 1st floor), Athens, GA, United StatesAn annual 2.3 mile walk/run event to honor and celebrate the life of Ahmaud Arbery and raise awareness on citizen arrest and hate crime legislation. 8–11 a.m. FREE! Donations suggested. www.aadmovement.org
Orchid Repotting Class
State Botanical Garden of Georgia 2450 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThe horticulture staff will lead a repotting class for those with their own orchid and pot. Register for individual sessions. 9–11 a.m. $15. www.botgarden.uga.edu
The Art of Speaking
ATHICA 675 Pulaski St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe Georgia Fine Arts Academy hosts instructor Dr. Leslie Gordon as they lead a workshop on the physical and mental aspects of speaking well. 9 a.m. $80. www.tinyurl.com/ArtofSpeaking-Registration
Civil Rights Bus Tour
Downtown Athens AthensThe tour is an immersive journey through Athens-Clarke County civil rights history stopping at significant locations. Registration required. 10 a.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/echoesofthepasttour