Calendar Picks
AOC Twilight Criterium | Friday, April 25 @ 12:00 pm | Downtown Athens
AOC Twilight Criterium Downtown Athens
Strike Fashion Show | Friday, April 25 @ 5:45 pm | Geography Geology Building
Strike Fashion Show Geography Geology Building
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
Planet Earth Rocks and Crystals Warehouse Sale
The warehouse is open to the public to browse over 6,000 square feet of crystals and specimens. Jul. 11 & 12, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Jul. 13, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. www.facebook.com/planetearthrocksandcrystals
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
Sew Book Jackets
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesCraft your own book jacket with provided materials. 4:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
The Core
The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United States6 p.m. (doors), 7 p.m. (show). $12 (adv.), $15. bit.ly/TheCoreInAthens
THE CORE Atlanta act recreating the sounds of the 1990s H.O.R.D.E. Tour through songs by the Allman Brothers Band, Widespread Panic, Dave Matthews Band, Col. Bruce Hampton and The Aquarium Rescue Unit, Phish and more.
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
Karaoke
El Paso Tacos & Tequila 255 W Washington St, Athens, United States6–10 p.m. www.instagram.com/elpasoathenss
KARAOKE Every Wednesday and Friday evening.
Friday Night Initiative
Online: Tyche's GamesLearn how to play a new roleplaying game. New players welcome. 7 p.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com
Open Mic
Oak House Distillery 1015 Macon Hwy., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. FREE! www.oakhousedistillery.com
OPEN MIC Every Friday.
Life Sucks
work.shop 160 Winston Dr. #9, Athens, GA, United StatesBased on Chekhov’s Uncle Vanya, the cast is drawn from local comedians around the area. Jul. 12, 7 p.m. Jul. 13–14, 5 p.m. $12. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
Bad Guru, Full on Mone’t, Perfect Animal, Tyl3r Davis, Way Past Cool, Alley Bei
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe Breeding Ground Presents. 7 p.m. (doors). $15. www.40watt.com
ALLEY BEI Whimsical and varied artist who incorporates multilingual and multicultural influences into her music. (8 p.m.)
WAY PAST COOL Fast, catchy, melodic sing-a-long pop-punk anthems with a classic '90s vibe.(8:40 p.m.)
TYL3R DAVIS Athens-based recording artist and vocalist with heartfelt melodies and confident flows. (9:25 p.m.)
PERFECT ANIMAL Indie rock from Atlanta with shoegaze guitar and introspective lyrics. (10:15 p.m.)
FULL ON MONE'T Multimedia artist from Central PA who makes sad ukulele songs. (11 p.m.)
BAD GURU Conscious-shifting creatives casting cosmic concerts to the collective. (11:50 p.m.)
Dwight Smith, Other Vessels, Nigel Wright, A.M. Rodriguez
Ciné Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $10. www.athenscine.com
DWIGHT SMITH Travel-inspired indie folk and baroque pop.
OTHER VESSELS Genre-defying musical project of singer-songwriter Miranda Haney.
NIGEL WRIGHT Georgia-based folk musician.
A.M. RODRIGUEZ Local bluesy, alt-country singer-songwriter.
Can’t Read, Dividers, Team Deathmatch, Nanocar
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesPrimordial Void Presents. 8 p.m. $10 (adv.), $12. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
CAN'T READ NYC indie rockers signed to Primordial Void, for fans of Pavement, Sebadoh and Flying Nun Records.
DIVIDERS Athens country rock outfit featuring members of The Rishis, Chairs and Organically Programmed Orchestra.
TEAM DEATHMATCH Atlanta shoegaze band led by Reed Winckler, crafting dreamy rock similar to Galaxie 500 and Bar Italia.
NANOCAR Local indie rockers with rich harmonic segments; RIYL Big Star and Yankee-era Wilco.
Karaoke
The Root 1235 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. FREE! www.therootathens.com
KARAOKE Tonight's your night to shine.
Houston in the Blind, Thayer Sarrano
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United States8:30 p.m. $12. www.hendershotsathens.com
HOUSTON IN THE BLIND Experimental indie rock outfit from Los Angeles.
THAYER SARRANO Hazy shoegaze-inspired songwriter whose sound is described as a "Southern-psych dreamland."
Heart of Pine
Nowhere Bar 240 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States9:30 p.m. $10 (adv.), $15. www.facebook.com/NowhereBarAthens
HEART OF PINE Nostalgic "Southedelic" roots rock band from Athens with a genuine sound.
Annual Cottage Classic Golf Tournament
UGA Golf Course 2600 Riverbend Rd., Athens, GA, United States
Athens Farmers Market
Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesMarkets offer locally grown groceries and handmade goods with live music and children’s activities. AFM doubles SNAP dollars spent. Saturdays, 8 a.m.–12 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net
Danielsville Farmers Market
Danielsville City Hall 10 Government Circle, Danielsville, United StatesBrowse vendors with an array of homemade, handmade and state-grown products. 8 a.m.–12 p.m. www.danielsvillemarket.wixsite.com/farmersmarket
Alys Willman, Mark Plemmons
Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesAthens Farmers Market. 8 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.athensfarmersmarket.net
ALYS WILLMAN Athens singer-songwriter. (8 a.m.)
MARK PLEMMONS Talented local pianist. (10 a.m.)
Southeast Striders Walking Club 5K & 10K
Dudley Park 100 Dudley Park Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesTake a guided walk around Athens followed by lunch. 8:15 a.m. (registration), 8:30 a.m. (walk). $4 (children under 18 FREE!). 904-704-8402
Comer Community Market
Farmer's Market Building 1914 Madison St., Comer, United StatesLocally grown produce, eggs, foods, pottery, jewelry and handmade goods. Saturdays, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. www.facebook.com/ComerFM
Firefly Discovery Ride
Firefly Trail Athens, GA, United StatesJoin Trails and Open Space staff on this fun ride to learn about the history of the trail and future plans. 10 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.accgovga.myrec.com
Planet Earth Rocks and Crystals Warehouse Sale
The warehouse is open to the public to browse over 6,000 square feet of crystals and specimens. Jul. 11 & 12, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Jul. 13, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. www.facebook.com/planetearthrocksandcrystals
Artist Talk
Winterville Cultural Center Gallery 371 N. Church Street, Winterville, United StatesFolk art painter Sherre Watwood will discuss her artistic heritage, inspirations and techniques. 11 a.m. FREE! www.wintervilleccgallery.com
Star Wars Day
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesFans of all ages can meet Star Wars characters, make crafts and more. 11 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
I Survived!
Oglethorpe Co. Library 858 Athens Rd., Lexington, GA, United StatesVisit activity stations with fun STEAM challenges based on the popular book series I Survived by Laura Tarshis. All ages. 11 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oglethorpe
West Broad Farmers Market
Rocksprings Park Pavilion 291 Henderson Extension, Athens, GeorgiaVendors will be on site with fresh produce, local fare, rare plants, artisan goods and more. Saturdays, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! www.athenslandtrust.org/wbfm
Adult Poetry Workshop
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesAthens Poet Laureate Mikhayla Smith will lead a workshop in creating a poem and explore ways to stay creative in everyday life. 11 a.m.–3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Classic City Car Show
The Classic Center 300 N. Thomas St., Athens, GA, United StatesIn addition to showcasing more than 50 classic cars, enjoy food, games, music, a silent auction and more in benefit of Bigger Vision of Athens. 11 a.m.–7 p.m. $20. www.classiccenter.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
Grand Opening at Oak Grove Animal Clinic
Oak Grove Animal Clinic 5405 Jefferson Road Suite 300, Athens, GeorgiaPOSTPONED.
Board Game Demonstrations
Tyche's Games 1056 S. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United StatesDrop in, meet new people and try out a variety of new games. 12–6 p.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com
Master of Adventure
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesAs part of the Summer Reading Program, this event features discussions and videos on the legendary author Edgar Rice Burroughs. 2 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Saturday Cinema
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesScreening of the science fiction film A Princess of Mars with popcorn and lemonade. 3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Life Sucks
work.shop 160 Winston Dr. #9, Athens, GA, United StatesBased on Chekhov’s Uncle Vanya, the cast is drawn from local comedians around the area. Jul. 12, 7 p.m. Jul. 13–14, 5 p.m. $12. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
Family Movie Night
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesEnjoy a rated PG family friendly movie. Registration required. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Hot Summer Movie Night
Marigold Auditorium for Arts and Culture 373 N. Church St., WintervilleScreening of the 1938 romance thriller Algiers. 6 p.m. $5. www.marigoldauditorium.com
Woody Garrison and the Galactic Cowboys
The Globe 199 N Lumpkin St, Athens6 p.m. Donations accepted. www.globetavern.com
WOODY GARRISON AND THE GALACTIC COWBOYS Psychedelic Americana singer-songwriter Woody Garrison is joined by John Miley, Robert Bell, Bill Bokas and Alberto Salazarte.
Sierra Green and the Giants
The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesAubrey Entertainment Presents. 6 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $15. bit.ly/SierraGreenAthens
SIERRA GREEN AND THE GIANTS New Orleans-based fusion of timeless soul with an irresistible contemporary allure, evoking the depth and grit of the genre's raw essence.
Tears for the Dying, More is Not Enough, Iconostasis
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors). $10. www.40watt.com
TEARS FOR THE DYING Long-running local deathrock and goth group fronted by songwriter Adria Stembridge.
MORE IS NOT ENOUGH Solo synthwave project of Nashville artist Pedro Lopez, now taking on new ground and a darker sound.
ICONOSTASIS Atlanta silly screaming.
Athens Showgirl Cabaret Drag For All
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesEnjoy a fabulous night of open drag fun for all ages. 8–11 p.m. $5. www.athensshowgirlcabaret.com
Spiderman: Into the Spider-verse
Southern Brewing Co. 231 Collins Industrial Blvd., Athens, GA, United StatesCine hosts a drive-in movie screening with concessions available. 8 p.m. (gates), 9 p.m. (screening). $30–50 per vehicle. www.athenscine.com/drive-in
KIT, Annie Leeth, Triads
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. $10. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
KIT New Athens-based kaleidoscopic rock band expanded from the eponymous solo project Catt Malonius.
ANNIE LEETH Local producer and violinist loops drums, synths and strings.
TRIADS Jangle/dream pop band originating from Columbus.
Black Tusk, Beast Mode, In Memories
The World Famous 351 N Hull St., Athens, GA, United States9:30 p.m. $10. www.facebook.com/theworldfamousathens
BLACK TUSK Sinister sludge metal from Savannah.
BEAST MODE Blackened thrash metal outfit writing fast, intricate, heavy riffs.
IN MEMORIES Peach state emotional hardcore.
Joey Fletcher Band
Nowhere Bar 240 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States9:30 p.m. (show). www.facebook.com/NowhereBarAthens
JOEY FLETCHER BAND Southern rock guitarist from Tennessee who is rooted in the blues.
Classic City Pétanque Club
Lay Park 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GANew players welcome. Scheduled days are Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays at 10 a.m. [email protected], www.athenspetanque.org
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
Artist Reception
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesAthens Art Association’s exhibit “Sailing Into Summer” features over 40 different art pieces by local artists. 2–4 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
