Calendar Picks
Athens Clay Trail | Saturday, June 7 @ 9:00 am | Various Locations
Athens Clay Trail Various Locations
Historic Athens Heritage Walk | Saturday, June 7 @ 2:00 pm | Contact for Location
Historic Athens Her... Contact for Location
The Violin Summit Project | Saturday, June 7 @ 7:00 pm | 40 Watt Club
The Violin Summit P... 40 Watt Club
Artist Reception | Saturday, June 7 @ 7:00 pm | Athentic Brewing Co.
Artist Reception Athentic Brewing Co.
Bouncing Baby Storytime
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesJoin Ms. Donna for a music and language floor-based program. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Play All Day
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesDrop-in play with a variety of toys, interactive events and activities. Ages 5 & under. 10 a.m.–5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.com/oconee
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
Fall Dodd Market
Lamar Dodd School of Art 270 River Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse UGA student artwork for sale at this fifth annual market. 12–8 p.m. www.doddmarket.com
Friday Speaker Series
UGA Miller Learning Center 48 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesGraduate students Blake Cravey, Sophia Flemming, Jess Martinez and Vanessa Raditz present their Interdisciplinary Black Feminist research. 12:40 p.m. FREE! iws.uga.edu
A Poetry & Translation Symposium
UGA North Campus Broad Street, Athens, GA, United StatesAn afternoon of discussions and readings by three visiting poets. A Spotlight on the Arts event. 1–4 p.m. FREE! calendar.uga.edu
Opening Reception
Foyer 135 Park Ave, Athens, GA, United StatesBaker Overstreet’s sculpture exhibition “Goblin Gazebo” will be on view with light refreshments. 5–7 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/foyer_athens
One Night Stand
Revolution Therapy and Yoga 675 Pulaski St., Athens, GA, United StatesA monthly edu-taiment event with micro talks about anything sexuality related with snacks and drinks. 18 & up. 5:30–7:30 p.m. $15. www.revolutiontherapyandyoga.com
Forest Fantasy
Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy building fairy houses, making sticks into wands and other fun activities. Ages 3 & up. 6–7:30 p.m. $3. www.accgovga.myrec.com
Charlie Fleming
Normaltown Brewing Co. 425 Barber Street, Athens, GA, United States6 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/normaltownbrewingco
CHARLIE FLEMING indie folk singer-songwriter playing originals and covers inspired by bands like Mt. Joy, Caamp, and The Head and The Heart.
Look What I Can Do
Hadden Estate 1150 Cliff Dawson Rd, Watkinsville, United StatesLocal Athens and Love.Craft artists will have art on display with food, drinks, a silent auction and dance party. 6–9 p.m. $100. www.lovecraftathens.org
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
Improvement Movement, Quiet Hounds, Drew Beskin
The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesAubrey Entertainment Presents. 6 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $10 (w/ UGA ID), $12 (adv.), $15. bit.ly/TheFoundryNov8
IMPROVEMENT MOVEMENT Psychedelic pop band from Atlanta.
QUIET HOUNDS Southern pop folk trio formed in Athens in the early 2000s.
DREW BESKIN Local power-pop singer-songwriter known for fronting the bands Purses and The District Attorneys.
Heart to “Hart”
UGA Fine Arts Building Room 400 255 Baldwin Street, AthensPanelists will discuss workplace feminism, creating a supportive environment, making change in a modern industry and more. 6:30 p.m. FREE! calendar.uga.edu
Friday Night Initiative
Online: Tyche's GamesLearn how to play a new roleplaying game. New players welcome. 7 p.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com
Amethyst Baroque
St. Stephen's Anglican Catholic Church 800 Timothy Rd., Athens, GA7 p.m. $10–20. www.amethystbaroque.com
AMETHYST BAROQUE "Seldom Play'd: The Obscure Baroque" includes lesser known cantatas, sonatas and more, from Schickhart’s "L'Alphabet de la Musique" to the suites of Roland Marais.
Anastasia the Musical
Morton Theatre 195 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesA production inspired by the legend of Grand Duchess Anastasia Romanov, and set in the backdrop of post-revolutionary Russia and 1920s Paris. Nov. 7–9, 7 p.m. Nov. 9, 2 p.m. Nov. 10, 3 p.m. $15. www.mortontheatre.com
Marie Marie
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
MARIE MARIE '60s pop-inspired group in the songwriting vein of The Beatles and Brian Wilson.
John Crist
The Classic Center 300 N. Thomas St., Athens, GA, United StatesFast-rising stand-up comedian on his “Jokes for Humans” comedy tour. 7 p.m. $29.75–149.75. www.classiccenter.com
Bad Dog Trivia
Soldier of the Sea Distillery 22 East South Ave., Comer, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Miles Bunch. Fridays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
Runaway Gin
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors). $15. www.40watt.com
RUNAWAY GIN Tribute band for improvisational rock band Phish. Two sets!
Turkish Delights Gala & Fundraiser
The Taylor-Grady House 634 Prince Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesA Taylor-Grady House gala with a Mediterranean dinner, dance performance, music and more. 7–10 p.m. $150. www.taylorgrady.com
Dawes, Winnetka Bowling League
Georgia Theatre 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $39.50. www.georgiatheatre.com
DAWES Earnest folk rock, piano ballads and sprawling jams from brothers Taylor and Griffin Goldsmith.
WINNETKA BOWLING LEAGUE Energetic and emotional power pop songs about good times that never last.
Flying Squid Comedy Grand Opening
150 Fritz Mar Lane 150 Fritz Mar Ln, Athens, United StatesCelebrate the group’s new space with standup, improv and live music. 7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $12. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
UGA Opera Theatre
Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall 230 River Rd., Athens, GA, United States7:30 p.m. $3 (w/ UGA ID), $20. music.uga.edu
UGA OPERA THEATRE Graduate student opera ensemble's fall performance.
UGA Opera Theatre Fall Gala
Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall 230 River Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesJourney through some of opera’s historic arias and moments sung by graduate opera students. Nov. 8, 7:30 p.m. Nov. 10, 3 p.m. $20. pac.uga.edu
Evelia, lighthearted, Penny Loafer
Ciné Athens, GA, United States7:30 p.m. (doors), 8:30 p.m. (show). $10 (adv.), $12. www.athenscine.com
EVELIA Alternative pop artist who focuses on creating guitar-centric, lyrically resonant music.
LIGHTHEARTED Local alternative folk rock band anchored by the gorgeous harmonies of twin sisters Eliza Lemmon and Gracie Huffman.
PENNY LOAFER Alternative indie rock trio with heavy grooves and dreamy vocals.
Canopy: Full of Stars
Canopy Studio 160-6 Tracy Street, Athens, GA, United StatesThe studio’s Repertory Company presents a fantastical journey of science fiction through aerial dance. Nov. 8–9, 8 p.m. Nov. 9, 3 p.m. Nov. 10, 1 p.m (sensory-friendly performance) & 4 p.m. $15–20. www.canopystudio.org
Check the Signs, Take3
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United States8 p.m. $10. www.hendershotsathens.com
CHECK THE SIGNS Uplifting local family band with a talent for melody, harmony and hooks.
TAKE3 Local jazz trio featuring guest vocalist Liz Farrell.
Freeman Leverett, Athens Middle East Orchestra, Patrick Barry
Normal Bar 1365 Prince Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesAttaboy Tapes Presents. 8 p.m. $10. www.facebook.com/normal.bar.7
FREEMAN LEVERETT Dreamy, hypnotic and danceable songs with thoughtful lyrics and cosmopolitan influences.
ATHENS MIDDLE EAST ORCHESTRA Athens very own Middle Eastern inspired outfit that focuses on the musical culture of Egypt, Turkey, Israel, Syria and more.
PATRICK BARRY Local songwriter weaving stories with his baritone voice and intricate fingerstyle.
Triplicate, Florence Cardigan, Five Door Sedan
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. (doors). $10. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
TRIPLICATE Atmospheric synths, angular guitar, driving bass and precise drumming drawing from wide-ranging influences including dance rock, electronica, math rock and psychedelia. Formerly known as Convince the Kid.
FLORENCE CARDIGAN Local "reggae disco dreamy funk pop" trio.
FIVE DOOR SEDAN Indie rock group from Charleston, SC with layers of saxophone and synths.
Henry Jones, Heidi Holton, Trey Boyer
Nowhere Bar 240 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States9:30 p.m. www.facebook.com/NowhereBarAthens
HENRY JONES No info available.
HEIDI HOLON Nashville-based songwriter and blues guitarist.
TREY BOYER Atlanta singer-songwriter.
Gonzoriffic Underground Movie Show
Ciné Athens, GA, United StatesThe local cult film collective will screen a selection of horror short films. Nov. 8–9, 11 p.m. www.facebook.com/gonzorifficfilms
Mark Plemmons, Front Porch Bluegrass Band
Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesAthens Farmers Market. 8 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.athensfarmersmarket.net
MARK PLEMMONS Talented local pianist. (8 a.m.)
FRONT PORCH BLUEGRASS BAND No info available. (10 a.m.)
Marigold Farmers Market
Pittard Park 115 Parkview Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesVendors offer organic produce, prepared foods, agricultural products and artisanal goods. MFM doubles SNAP dollars spent. Saturdays, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. www.marigoldcollectivewinterville.com
Ride SOFAR Fundraiser
Sweet Olive Farm 880 Parkview Rd, Winterville, United StatesSecond annual bicycle ride raising funds and awareness for Sweet Olive Farm Animal Rescue. 9 a.m.–3 p.m. $35–65. www.sweetolivefarm.org
Joy Village School Info Session
Milledge Avenue Baptist Church 1690 South Milledge Avenue, Athens, GA, United StatesTour the new location, and learn about the school‘s culture and curriculum. 10–11:30 a.m. FREE! www.joyvillageschool.com
Just Do Something
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesDuring this genealogy research shared interest group dig deeper into your genealogy or history research. Second Saturdays, 10 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Family Day: Coming Home
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesLittle Characters Theater Troupe will perform, and there will be gallery activities and a take-home art project. 10 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
Autumn Splendor Lakeside Loop Hike
Sandy Creek Park 400 Bob Holman Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin leisure services for a seven-mile day hike around Lake Chapman and view the fall foliage. Registration required. 10 a.m. $3 (ACC resident), $5 (non-resident). www.accgov.com/parks
Bag of Books Sale
Front Porch Bookstore 102 Marigold Ln., WintervilleBrowse books for sale. Saturdays, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. $10/bag. Front Porch Bookstore on Facebook
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
Eclectic Bazaar
The Taylor-Grady House 634 Prince Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse art and handwoven rugs with food trucks and a bookmobile on site. 11 a.m.–5 p.m. www.taylorgrady.com
Pokémon Club
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesTrade Pokémon cards or learn to play the game. Ages 5–12. 12 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
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
Family Saturdays: Art Workshop
Lyndon House Arts Center 211 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesA drop-in family-oriented series of art projects that are inspired by current exhibitions. 12–2 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com
Free the Tapes: Athens Potluck Edition
UGA Special Collections Library 300 S Hull St, Athens, GA, United StatesView clips from community videos, play Bingo and learn more about the archives. 1–3 p.m. FREE! libs.uga.edu
Rock to Stop the Quarry
Low Star Farm 473 Old Commerce Ext., Athens, GARock to Stop the Quarry. 1 p.m. (doors), 2 p.m. (show). $20. www.cicadarhythm.com
CIDADA RHYTHM Captivating Athens group playing melodic, roots-influenced folk-rock.
LIGHTHEARTED Local alternative folk rock band anchored by the gorgeous harmonies of twin sisters Eliza Lemmon and Gracie Huffman.
NORTH GEORGIA ALL STARS Old time stringband is the style of Charlie Poole and the Skillet Lickers.
DON CHAMBERS Longtime local favorite who delves into pastoral folk and experimental rock with equal passion.
Anime Club
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesWatch anime, create art, try Japanese snacks and make new friends. 2 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org