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
Jim Cook, Big Magic
Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesAthens Farmers Market. 8 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.athensfarmersmarket.net
JIM COOK High-energy solo acoustic blues, rock and country. (8 a.m.)
BIG MAGIC Ukulele duo. (10 a.m.)
Seed Swap and Book Sale
No. 3 Railroad Street #3 Railroad St., Arnoldsville, GA, United StatesFriends of the Oglethorpe Co. Library is sponsoring this seed swap and book sale with proceeds benefitting the library. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. [email protected]
Rebecca Sunshine, Nightshade Family
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesOconee County Library Grand Opening. 10 a.m.–7:30 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/OconeeLibrary
REBECCA SUNSHINE BAND Kid-friendly music by Rebecca and her friends. (12 p.m.)
GLOW STICK DANCE PARTY Nightshade Family leads an all-ages dance party with glow sticks. (6:30 p.m.)
8th Annual Athens Rock, Gem, Mineral, Fossil and Jewelry Show
The Classic Center 300 N. Thomas St., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse the wares of over two dozen independent dealers of all things geologic. Mar. 1–2, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Mar. 3, 11 a.m.–5 p.m. $8 (adults), FREE! (12 & under). www.classiccenter.com
Oconee Library Grand Opening
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesCheck out the library’s new location with an opening ceremony, live music, magic show, folk dancing and more. 10 a.m.–7:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Learn to Play the Shadowrun RPG
Tyche's Games 1056 S. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United StatesFace off against the mega-corporations in a dark future. 12 p.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com
All Are Welcome Spring Market
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United States12–6 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
ALL ARE WELCOME SPRING MARKET Sisters of the Moon presents over 50 vendors and performances by Julianne Merritt, Caroline Coleman, Lilith Jenovax, Parys, Full on Monet and Red Dakota.
All Are Welcome Spring Market
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse over 50 local vendors with live music entertainment throughout the day. Mar. 2–3, 12–6 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
Crafting Serenity, Nurturing Beauty
Lotus International 5 Dairy Pak Rd., Athens, United StatesBonsai artist Jim Doyle will share his bonsai technique and knowledge with a demonstration. 1:30 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/LotusInternationalInc
Learn Pickleball Workshop
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesLed by Best Level Basketball, learn to play pickleball. Ages 18 & up. Registration required. 2 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Abbey Road LIVE!
Georgia Theatre 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $15–29.50. www.georgiatheatre.com
ABBEY ROAD LIVE! Beloved local tribute band who has the crowd rocking all night to their extensive Beatles cover sets. Beatlemania 60th anniversary show performing the entire Beatles 1962-1966 album!
Heart of Pine, Scott Low & the Blue Bouillon
The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $10 (adv.), $15. bit.ly/TheFoundryMarch2
HEART OF PINE Roots-rocking local group with a nostalgic "Southedelic" sound informed by classic rock, blues, country, jam, Americana and funk. Celebrating the release of a new single, "Movin' On."
SCOTT LOW & THE BLUE BOUILLON Rustic folk singer-songwriter and former Athenian now based in Clayton. Album release show for The Appalachian Blues!
Fingernails Are Pretty
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesLast of the First-Wave Grunge Boys: Dana Turns 40! 7 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.com
FINGERNAILS ARE PRETTY All-lady Foo Fighters tribute act.
Love is a Blue Tick Hound
Town & Gown Players 115 Grady Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThe performance is a collection on four one-act plays ruminating on the various woes of life. Mar. 1–2, 8 p.m. Mar. 3, 2 p.m. $5. www.townandgownplayers.org
Tinsley Ellis
Rialto Club 500 College Ave., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. $20 (adv.), $25. www.indigoathens.live
TINSLEY ELLIS Seasoned blues-rock singer and guitarist from Atlanta celebrates the recent release of his first-ever solo acoustic album, Naked Truth.
The Keenan McKenzie Orchestra
UGA New Dance Theatre 263 W. Green St., Athens, GA, United StatesClassic City Swing 9 Saturday Dance. 8–11 p.m. $15 (w/ UGA ID), $30. www.classiccityswing.com
THE KEENAN MCKENZIE ORCHESTRA This 14-piece ensemble boasts an all-star lineup of swing jazz veterans from North Carolina, New York, New Orleans and Georgia.
Plastic Duck Armada, Smaxxon, Lo Wave, G. Bronco’s Broken Dream Machine
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesThis Is Not a Music Fest 2024. 8 p.m. (doors). $10. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
PLASTIC DUCK ARMADA Original dance rock band fronted by singer-songwriter Greg Do.
SMAXXON No info available.
LO WAVE No info available.
G. BRONCO'S BROKEN DREAM MACHINE No info available.
rickoLus, David Barbe Plus, Fabulous Bird
Nowhere Bar 240 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States9 p.m. $10. www.facebook.com/NowhereBarAthens
RICKOLUS Jacksonville, FL singer-songwriter with a power pop tinged garage rock sound.
DAVID BARBE PLUS Member of Mercyland and Sugar joins friends for a special set.
FABULOUS BIRD Catchy, lo-fi indie rock with the character of old guitars and drums that've been collecting dust in a garage for years.
The 1619 Project
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens 780 Timothy Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesView episodes of the Hulu series “The 1619 Project,” and discuss issues it raises around the consequences of slavery and contributions of Black Americans. 9 a.m. FREE! www.uuathensga.org/1619uufa
8th Annual Athens Rock, Gem, Mineral, Fossil and Jewelry Show
The Classic Center 300 N. Thomas St., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse the wares of over two dozen independent dealers of all things geologic. Mar. 1–2, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Mar. 3, 11 a.m.–5 p.m. $8 (adults), FREE! (12 & under). www.classiccenter.com
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
The Power of Pleasure
Revolution Therapy and Yoga 675 Pulaski St., Athens, GA, United StatesThis workshop focuses on the pelvic floor, pleasure and sexual health in perimenopause and menopause. 12 p.m. $60. www.revolutiontherapyandyoga.com
All Are Welcome Spring Market
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United States12–6 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
ALL ARE WELCOME SPRING MARKET Sisters of the Moon presents over 50 vendors and performances by DJ Charlie Flower, DJ De La Luna, Ecstatic Dance Athens, Jesse Williams and Robots N Aliens.
All Are Welcome Spring Market
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse over 50 local vendors with live music entertainment throughout the day. Mar. 2–3, 12–6 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.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
Love is a Blue Tick Hound
Town & Gown Players 115 Grady Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThe performance is a collection on four one-act plays ruminating on the various woes of life. Mar. 1–2, 8 p.m. Mar. 3, 2 p.m. $5. www.townandgownplayers.org
Movies by Moonlight
Morton Theatre 195 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe ACC Leisure Services Department will host an indoor event with the film Dreamgirls. 3 p.m. (doors), 4 p.m. (screening). FREE! www.accgov.com
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
Swan Lake
The Classic Center 300 N. Thomas St., Athens, GA, United StatesThis detailed ballet production features hand-painted sets and over 150 radiant costumes. 6 p.m. $35–80. www.classiccenter.com
Hibbs Family Band, Tony Holiday, Rodney Sanders
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United States7 p.m. $12. www.hendershotsathens.com
HIBBS FAMILY BAND Quartet of family members combining the textures and rhythms of bluegrass and folk music with alt-rock melodic sensibilities and lyricism.
TONY HOLIDAY Harmonicist and singer carrying forward the rich traditions of Memphis' soul and blues.
RODNEY SANDERS Local singer-songwriter and acoustic guitarist with a soul-stirring voice.
Improvement Movement, Sunset Honor Unit, Four Eyes
Buvez 585 Barber Street Suite A, Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. www.facebook.com/buvezathens
IMPROVEMENT MOVEMENT Psychedelic pop band from Atlanta.
SUNSET HONOR UNIT Sentimental pop from Atlanta comprised of dueling songwriters Drew Kirby (Mothers, CDSM) and Jake Chisenhall (Delorean Gray).
FOUR EYES Folky, poppy tunes by songwriter Erin Lovett.
Best of Athens Comedy
The Globe 199 N Lumpkin St, AthensHosted by Lanny Farmer, featured comedians include Julianne Merrit, Colton Stokowski, Levi Crumley, Tim Pruitt, Ngozi, Nateball Ya’ll, Mark Taylor and Owen Hunt. 9–10:30 p.m. $7. www.athenscomedy.com
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. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
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
Fine Motor Monday
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesWork one-on-one with your child using a selection of educational items that contain small parts. Registration required. 12 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Cross Stitch Class
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesLearn basic cross stitch skills, and make your own mini keychain. Supplies provided. Registration required. 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
General Trivia with Erin
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Erin. Mondays, 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
Bad Dog Trivia
LumberJaxe 510 N Lumpkin St, Athens, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Mondays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
Life in Vacuum, Porcelain, Hunger Anthem
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. (doors). $10. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
LIFE IN VACUUM Toronto-based aggressive punk band led by Ukrainian brothers Sasha and Ross Chornyy with Dylan Bravener on bass.
PORCELAIN Four-piece rock band from Austin, TX.
HUNGER ANTHEM Local indie power-rock trio with an unabashed penchant for distortion drenched songs and a DIY punk rock ethos.
Bubblegum Octopus, Marcel Sletten, Bad Straples, Safety Fluid
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. (doors). $10. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
BUBBLEGUM OCTOPUS Musical project of Mark Morden that mixed synth-pop, punk, electronica and EDM.
MARCEL SLETTEN California-born and Athens-based electronic music producer, composer and artist whose sound varies from peaceful to intense.
BAD STRAPLES Local DJ who creates electronica-influenced sets.
SAFETY FLUID New local screamo project.
Veterans Coffee Hour
Winterville Cultural Center 371 N Church St, Winterville, GA, United StatesSit down with a veteran and have coffee and conversation. Tuesdays, 9 a.m. FREE! www.wintervillecenter.com
Lunch and Learn New Games
Tyche's Games 1056 S. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United StatesCome down with your lunch and try out some new games. 11:30 a.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com
Bogart Bookies
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesPick up a copy of Black Cake by Charmaine Wilkerson and discuss it with the group. 1–2 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
