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
Wine Down: Jack’s Cheesecake Wine Flight
Boutier Winery & Inn 4506 Hudson River Church Road, Danielsville, GA, United StatesTry four cheesecakes paired with an accompanying wine and acoustic live music. 12:30–5 p.m. $20. www.boutierwinery.com
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
26th Annual Frog Hop 5k & Fun Run
Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesA one-mile Tadpole Fun Run and a 5K benefitting Sandy Creek Nature Center. 2 p.m. (Fun Run), 2:30 p.m. (5K). $25. www.sandycreeknaturecenterinc.org
Into the Woods, Jr.
Athens Academy 1281 Spartan Ln., Athens, GA, United StatesPerformances of the modern fairytale musical Into the Woods by students of Athens Academy Middle School Drama Department. Feb. 7–8, 7 p.m. Feb. 9, 2 p.m. $2–5. www.athensacademy.org
For Peter Pan on Her 70th Birthday
Town & Gown Players 115 Grady Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesAfter their visit 50 years earlier, siblings are called back to Neverland and must face aging and the allure of never growing up. Feb. 7–8 & 13–14, 8 p.m. Feb. 9 & 16, 2 p.m. www.townandgownplayers.org
Athentic Bluegrass Jam
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United States2–5 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
ATHENTIC BLUEGRASS JAM Players of all skill levels are invited to participate in this open jam, which strives to unite members of the local folk music community. Every second Sunday.
NE Georgia Civil War History Roundtable
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesThis roundtable hosts guest speakers that discuss topics relating to Civil War history. 3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Closing Reception
ATHICA 675 Pulaski St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe collaborative exhibition “Plantronics” will be on view with an artist talk. 3 p.m. FREE! www.athica.org
Tracy & Jeff
Oak House Distillery 1015 Macon Hwy., Athens, GA, United States3:30–6 p.m. www.oakhousedistillery.com
TRACY & JEFF Jazz, blues and new and old classics from the voice of Tracy Brown and the guitar and harmonica of Jeff Lustig.
Bachata Workshops
UGA New Dance Theatre 263 W. Green St., Athens, GA, United StatesTIMBAthens presents workshops for different skills levels. 4 p.m. (beginner), 5 p.m. (intermediate/advanced). $10. www.timbathens.com
Fester Hagood’s Mojo Confessional Songwriters Showcase
No. 3 Railroad Street #3 Railroad St., Arnoldsville, GA, United States6 p.m. $10 suggested donation. www.3railroad.org
FESTER HAGOOD'S MOJO CONFESSIONAL SONGWRITER SHOWCASE Every second Sunday. Bring a dish to share at the potluck.
Comedy Open Mic
MaiKai Kava Lounge 1035 Baxter St Suite A, Athens, GA, United StatesShow up and go up with your stand-up material. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/bulaatmaikai
Bad Dog Trivia
The Globe 199 N Lumpkin St, AthensTest your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Sundays, 6 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
Laura & Lauren’s Trivia Night
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesTest your rom-com trivia knowledge. 7 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.com
Chris Acker, Rowan Newby, Marie Marie, Kassi Valazza
Bolo Bolo Athens 160 Winston Drive #2, Athens, GA, United StatesAttaboy Presents. 7 p.m. $12. www.instagram.com/bolo.bolo.ath
CHRIS ACKER New Orleans songwriter with a quirky, twangy alt-country sound.
ROWAN NEWBY Poetic and humorous Americana music inspired by '60s and '70s songwriting.
MARIE MARIE '60s pop-inspired group in the songwriting vein of The Beatles and Brian Wilson.
KASSI VALAZZA Americana artist whose music is like the country cousin of British folk.
Trivia Night
Cheba Hut 135 W Washington St, Athens, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge. 7:30 p.m. www.instagram.com/chebahut
Hook and Needle
Winterville Cultural Center 371 N Church St, Winterville, GA, United StatesA crafting group with a focus on creating and contributing blanket projects for Project Linus. Second Mondays, 2 p.m. FREE! www.wintervillecenter.com
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
Jackie Robinson: A Game Apart
Morton Theatre 195 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe one-man performance starring Mike Wiley tells the story of the star player’s battles on and off the field. 10 a.m. $10. www.mortontheatre.com
Marigold Farmers Market
100 North Church Street 100 North Church St., Winterville, GA, United StatesVendors offer organic produce, prepared foods, agricultural products and artisanal goods. Mondays, 10 a.m.–7 p.m. www.marigoldcollectivewinterville.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
1430 N Chase St 1430 N Chase St, Athens, GeorgiaThe local chapter meets weekly. Mondays, 11:30 a.m. FREE! www.classiccityrotary.org
Repertory Singers
Ramsey Hall 230 River Rd., Athens, GA, United States3:30 p.m. FREE! music.uga.edu
REPERTORY SINGERS A mixed chamber choir directed by graduate student conductors.
Parent Talk with Author Cara Bean
Athens Academy 1281 Spartan Ln., Athens, GA, United StatesThe cartoonist will discuss why she believes comics and mental health topics blend powerfully together and more. 3:45 p.m. FREE! [email protected]
Pen Pals Writing Group
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesMeet other writers, share your writing experiences and get feedback on your work. Second & fourth Mondays, 5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Credit Reports & Scores
Athens Land Trust 685 N Pope Street, Athens, United StatesFinancial education workshop for ACC residents. 5:30 p.m. FREE! 706-613-0122, www.athenslandtrust.org
Partner Yoga
Sangha Yoga Studio 834 Prince Avenue, Athens, United StatesFortify the emotional and spiritual body while also benefiting the physical. Registration required. 5:30 p.m. $20 (per person). www.healingartscentre.net
History Film Series
101 LeConte Hall 250 Baldwin St., Athens, GA, United StatesScreening of the film Sankofa with an introduction by Dr. Robert Pratt. 6 p.m. FREE! history.uga.edu
Movie Night
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesEnjoy popcorn and a screening of a 2023 PG-13 movie based on an Alice Walker novel. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Second Monday Line Dancing Lessons
Ciné Athens, GA, United StatesLearn two to three line dances. All ages, no experience required. 6:30–7:30 p.m. (beginner lesson), 7:30–9 p.m. (social dancing). $10. www.athenscine.com
General Trivia
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge. Mondays, 7–9 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Jazz Night
Porterhouse Grill 459 E Broad St, Athens, United States7 p.m. www.porterhousegrillathens.com
JAZZ NIGHT Longest running jazz gig in Athens featuring a rotating cast of familiar faces performing American songbook, bossa nova classics and crossover hits.
The Wood Brothers, Bandits on the Run
Georgia Theatre 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $32. www.georgiatheatre.com
THE WOOD BROTHERS Singer-songwriter trio formed in the early 2000s that has made a name for itself by accepting certain life truths and conveying that through music.
BANDITS ON THE RUN Indie-folk-pop-Americana outfit consisting of three lead singers, a guitar, a cello, a suitcase drum, an accordion and various toy instruments.
Guest Artist Recital
Ramsey Hall 230 River Rd., Athens, GA, United States7:30 p.m. FREE! music.uga.edu
GUEST ARTIST RECITAL Featuring bassoonist Reed Hanna.
Bad Dog Trivia
Eddie's Calzones 227 E Clayton Street, Athens, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Tuesdays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
Toddler Tuesday: 1, 2, I Love You
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy art and storytime in the galleries, then complete an art activity. Ages 18 months to 3 years. RSVP by email. 10 a.m. FREE! [email protected]
Lunch & Learn
Tyche's Games 1056 S. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United StatesBring your lunch and learn new games. 11:30 a.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com
Casa de Amistad ESL Class
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesStrengthen your reading, writing, speaking and listening skills for adults of all nationalities. Registration required. 11:30 a.m. FREE! [email protected]
Athens Fibercraft Guild
Lyndon House Arts Center 211 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesLinda Greiss and Cathy Minerva will lead a workshop on needle felting. 12:30–2:30 p.m. FREE! www.athensfiber.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
FOL Last Chance Valentines Gift Sale
Oglethorpe Co. Library 858 Athens Rd., Lexington, GA, United StatesThe cash-only sale will feature a variety of jewelry, gifts and baskets in benefit of the library. 2–8 p.m. www.oglethorpefol.org
Crafternoon
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesDrop in for a craft or two. Supplies Provided. All ages. Tuesdays, 3:30–5:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
HWY 29: An Athens Music Documentary
Ciné Athens, GA, United StatesDemo premiere of the documentary about the local music scene. 5 p.m. (doors), 5:30 p.m. (screening). FREE! partiful.com/e/xtVJSw6pNFDjsYMwuY4Y
Memoir Writing Group
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesDuring this monthly group, hear memoirs from others and learn tips on how to write your own. 5:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Rock ‘n Roll Trivia
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host The Music Man. Second Tuesdays, 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Not Rocket Science Trivia
Trappeze Pub 269 N. Hull St., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge. Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m. www.notrocketsciencetrivia.com
Athentic Movie Night
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesScreening of the 2002 comedy My Big Fat Greek Wedding. 7 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
