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
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
Roaming Readers
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesEnjoy a morning walk around Wire Park, and talk about books (or anything). First Thursdays, 10 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Coffee Hour
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesDrop in to drink some coffee, while supplies last. Thursdays, 11 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Artist Talk & Throwing Lessons
Lyndon House Arts Center 211 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesMac Little will discuss his collection in the exhibition “Mac’s Flying Discs” followed by a frisbee demonstration. 6 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/lyndonhouse
Teen Dungeons & Dragons
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesJoin the volunteer led role-playing adventure where you can fight dragons, join an army, go on a quest in distant lands and more. 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
Open Mic
Marigold Auditorium for Arts and Culture 373 N. Church St., Winterville6–8 p.m. FREE! www.marigoldauditorium.com
OPEN MIC Bring your instrument, a good joke or your favorite monologue. Hosted by Mayor Dodd Ferrelle and Adam Poulin.
8th Anniversary Party
Rabbit Hole Studios 1001 Winterville Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesCelebrate eight years of Rabbit Hole Studios and learn more about the space. 6 p.m. www.facebook.com/whiterabbitproductionsllc
Club Ned Anime Society
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin club members to watch and discuss episodes of “Serial Experiments Lain,” “Kaguya-sama: Love is War” and “Erased.” 6:30–8:30 p.m. FREE! www.animefandom.org
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
JOKERJOKERtv Clown Takeover
Online GA, United StatesSister Slayla the Clown hosts a livestreamed entertainment show for International Clown Week. 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.jokerjokertv.com
Karaoke
Southern Brewing Co. 231 Collins Industrial Blvd., Athens, GA, United States7–9 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
KARAOKE Every Thursday evening hosted by TJ Wayt.
The New Pornographers, Gustaf
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors). $35. www.40watt.com
THE NEW PORNOGRAPHERS Canadian indie-rock and power pop supergroup formed in 1997.
GUSTAF Art punk band from Brooklyn.
David Barbe, McKendrick Bearden
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. (doors). $10. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
DAVID BARBE Local luminary and studio engineer who has played in bands such as Mercyland and Bar-B-Q Killers.
MCKENDRICK BEARDEN Grand Vapids' songwriter and guitarist performs a solo set of tunes from the recently released album Bright as the Mines Out.
Brethren Hogg, Jet Engine Dragons, Big Oaf
Ciné Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. (doors), 9 p.m. (show). $10. www.athenscine.com
BRETHREN HOGG Doom and stoner metal from New Orleans.
JET ENGINE DRAGONS Progressive and technical death metal band from Athens that is influenced by bands like Opeth, Nevermore and Allegaeon.
BIG OAF A rock and roll band hailing from Atlanta with a hard, atomic sound.
DJ PhilThrottle
Starland Lounge & Lanes 145 E. Clayton St., Athens, GA, United States12–2 a.m. FREE! www.starlandlanes.com
DJ PHILTHROTTLE Phillip Brantley of Terminally Phil, Modern Skirts and Athens meme fame leads a late-night dance party.
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
First Fridays
Southern Brewing Co. 231 Collins Industrial Blvd., Athens, GA, United StatesKick off the weekend with live music, an on-site food truck and a mini-market featuring local vendors. First Fridays, 5–10 p.m. FREE! www.sobrewco.com
Nickalous Benson
Southern Brewing Co. 231 Collins Industrial Blvd., Athens, GA, United StatesFirst Fridays. 5–10 p.m. (event), 6–9 p.m. (music). www.sobrewco.com
NICKALOUS BENSON The Orange Constant's vocalist and guitarist performs solo.
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.
Gathering of Other Birds
No. 3 Railroad Street #3 Railroad St., Arnoldsville, GA, United States6:30 p.m. $10 suggested donation. www.3railroad.org
GATHERING OF OTHER BIRDS Local musicians Brian Smith, Ivan Strunin, Katie Collins and Betsy Scott share songs in the round.
Open Mic
Oak House Distillery 1015 Macon Hwy., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. FREE! www.oakhousedistillery.com
OPEN MIC Every Friday.
Xplosion
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesDance FX presents a dance showcase. 7 p.m. (doors), 7:30 p.m. (show). $8. www.40watt.com
Summer Swap-tacular Celebration
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesSummer Swap-tacular Celebration. 7:30 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $5 suggested donation. www.hendershotsathens.com
CAMP AMPED Young musicians in the Nuçi's Space Camp Amped program show off what they've learned.
Cardynal, DK, Nony1, Kive?!, Blesstheplaya
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.
CARDYNAL An eclectic, multi-faceted producer, instrumentalist and vocalist intent on wearing their inspirations on their sleeves while delivering hard-hitting, witty bars and unforgettably catchy hooks and melodies.
DK Local artist weaving lyrically driven truths together with lo-fi beats.
NONY1 Athens-based rapper who speaks out against injustice and inequality.
KIVE?! Rapper balancing hype and introspective hip-hop tracks.
BLESSTHEPLAYA Rapper and singer creating lit party anthems and smooth R&B tracks.
Seven Faces
work.shop 160 Winston Dr. #9, Athens, GA, United StatesThis collaboration between Athens writer J.R. Barner and seven local choreographers incorporates poetry with modern dance, photography, music and film. 8 p.m. $10. www.workshopathens.com
Nice Dream, Jef Whatley
Ciné Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. (doors), 9 p.m. (show). $12. www.athenscine.com
NICE DREAM Local Radiohead tribute band.
JEF WHATLEY Member of Brown Dwarf, Normaltown Sound Machine, TaxiCab Verses, Pilgrim, etc. performs a solo set of originals and favorites.
Parker Wierling, Purser, Michael Carnes
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. $10. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
PARKER WIERLING Athens-based upbeat alternative musician blending elements of roots rock, indie pop and Americana.
PURSER Nashville folk and indie rock.
MICHAEL CARNES A blend of pop-punk and indie folk held up by meditative lyrics.
The Drug Ducks
Nowhere Bar 240 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States9:30 p.m. $10. www.facebook.com/NowhereBarAthens
THE DRUG DUCKS Seasoned musicians playing covers, originals and space jams.
Drug Ducks
Nowhere Bar 240 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States9:30 p.m. (show). www.facebook.com/NowhereBarAthensGA
DRUG DUCKS Seasoned Athens musicians play covers, originals and space jams.
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
Dave Forker
Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesAthens Farmers Market. 8 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.athensfarmersmarket.net
DAVE FORKER Custom Concern member plays originals and covers. (8 a.m.)
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
Bake Sale and Book Sale
No. 3 Railroad Street #3 Railroad St., Arnoldsville, GA, United StatesHomemade baked goods and a large selection of books will be for sale in benefit of the Friends of the Oglethorpe County Library. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. www.oglethorpefol.org
Artist Talk
Winterville Cultural Center Gallery 371 N. Church Street, Winterville, United StatesSylvia Dawe will discuss her inspirations behind jewelry making and demonstrate techniques. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.wintervilleccgallery.com
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
Small Town Saturday
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse local vendors and connect with small businesses and artists. 1–6 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
Overnight Angels
Oak House Distillery 1015 Macon Hwy., Athens, GA, United States4:30–7 p.m. www.oakhousedistillery.com
OVERNIGHT ANGELS Dave Lee leads covers of classic rock and Americana.
Ashley Rivera Duo
The Cotton Press 149 Oneta St., Athens, GA, United States7th Annual Hope Gala. 5 p.m. (VIP Cocktail Hour), 6–9 p.m. $150. www.ashtonhopekeeganfoundation.org
ASHLEY RIVERA DUO Live music during the Ashton Hope Keegan Foundation's annual gala, this year themed "A Golden Evening in Paris."
Back-to-School Tailgate Party
Rocket Field 200 2nd St, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesThere will be a barbecue competition and bake-off with children’s activities and live music. 6–9 p.m. FREE! www.visitoconee.com
Gray Ghost Gala
Athens Country Club 2700 Jefferson Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesThe nonprofit Atlanta Weimaraner Club Rescue is hosting a benefit featuring comedian and musician Kyle Jarrard with a silent auction, food and drinks. 6 p.m. $60. www.atlantalovesweims.org
Grains of Sand, Gold Standard Band
Innovation Amphitheater 1005 Austin Rd., Winder, GA, United States6 p.m. (doors), 7 p.m. $25. www.innovationamphitheater.com
GRAINS OF SAND Effortlessly blending Carolina Beach, Soul and Motown music, the GOS create a fresh and energetic sound that will have you feeling the warm sand between your toes again.
GOLD STANDARD BAND Band of veteran Atlanta area musicians known for its Motown and Carolina Beach music and dance party show atmosphere.
