Calendar Picks
OLLI Summer Film Festival | Tuesday, July 8 @ 1:30 pm | Ciné
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Wes Parker, Honeyknife, Your Ex’s Pets | Wednesday, July 9 @ 7:00 pm | Ciné
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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
Knot Just For Knitters
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesBring your own crafting project to work on while chatting with fellow crafters. Tuesdays, 3–5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Read the World Book Sale
VFW Post 2872 835 Sunset Dr, AthensBrowse international books ($1 paperbacks, $2 hardcovers) in benefit of the nonprofit Humble Warrior. 3–8 p.m. [email protected]
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
Choose Your Own Adventure
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesStop by the library for an afternoon with the “Choose Your Own Adventure” series from R.H. Montgomery. Ages 9–12. 4 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Tuesday Night Shenanigans
Southern Brewing Co. 231 Collins Industrial Blvd., Athens, GA, United StatesPlay board games and arcade games on site, bring your own games or even your D&D group. Tuesdays, 5–10 p.m. www.sobrewco.com
Tiki Taco Tuesday
Live Wire 227 W Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy live music, craft cocktails and a taco pop-up from Don Carne. Tuesdays, 5–10 p.m. www.livewireathens.com
Love Free or Die
Ciné Athens, GA, United StatesScreening of the film about the first openly gay person to become a bishop, followed by a Q&A with Bishop Gene Robinson and director Macky Alston. 5:15 p.m. FREE! (ticket required). www.cineathens.com
Kenosha Kid
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesNo Phone Party. 7 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.com
KENOSHA KID Instrumental adventure-jazz group centered around the rollicking compositions of Dan Nettles and featuring Josh Allen, Seth Hendershot and various guests.
Bad Dog Trivia
Amici Athens 233 E Clayton St, Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Tuesdays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
Classic City Trivia
Akademia Brewing Co. 150 Crane Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Garrett Lennox. 7 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ClassicCityTriviaCo
Karaoke with the King
Ciné Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. FREE! www.athenscine.com
KARAOKE WITH THE KING Show off your pipes to the world. Every first, third and fifth Tuesday.
Superbitch, Warm Frames, Drook, Delta 8
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesPrimordial Void Presents. 8 p.m. $10. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
SUPERBITCH Noise-punk outfit hailing from Florida.
WARM FRAMES Orlando noise rock band.
DROOK Indie-pop band from Richmond.
DELTA 8 Hardcore punk supergroup with members of Beer Piss, Snuki, McQQeen and Rubber Udder.
Open Mic
Normal Bar 1365 Prince Ave., Athens, GA, United States8–11 p.m. FREE! [email protected]
OPEN MIC Held Every Tuesday evening.
Industry Open House
State Botanical Garden of Georgia 2450 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThere are 350 annuals, perennials and All-American Selections to share this year with all green industry professionals. 8 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! ugatrial.hort.uga.edu
Busy Bee Toddler Time
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesJoin Ms. Donna for rhymes, songs, puppets and a story. 10 a.m. & 11 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Piccadilly Puppets
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesListen to folktales featuring cats and mice through puppet story telling. Ages 2–11. 11 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Athens Homeless Coalition Board of Directors
Princeton United Methodist Church 2390 S Lumpkin St, Athens, United StatesLearn more about the coalition and how to get involved. 12 p.m. FREE! www.endathenshomelessness.com
Tour At Two
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesThese drop-in public tours feature highlights of the permanent collection. 2 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
Science Adventures
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesExplore space through fun activities with Mr. Dodd. Best for ages 3–10. 3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
LEGO & Builder’s Club
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesDrop in to use LEGOs and other building materials. All ages. 3:30–5:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Deep Roots
Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, GeorgiaAthens Farmers Market. 5–8 p.m. FREE! www.athensfarmersmarket.net
DEEP ROOTS Southern rock covers. (6 p.m.)
Teen Prism Club
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesHang out in the library to play games, do crafts and build friendships in an inclusive and welcoming space. Grades 6–12. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Jazz Night
Porterhouse Grill 459 E Broad St, Athens, United States6–8:30 p.m. www.porterhousegrillathens.com
JAZZ NIGHT Longest running jazz gig in Athens captained by drummer Mason Davis and featuring a rotating cast of familiar faces performing American songbook, bossa nova classics and crossover hits.
Word of Mouth
The Globe 199 N Lumpkin St, AthensAthens’ longest-running spoken word open mic, with this month’s featured reader from Wisconsin, Dylan Loring. 6 p.m. (sign-ups), 7 p.m. (poetry). FREE! www.facebook.com/athenswordofmouth
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.
Avid Writers’ Collective
Avid Bookshop 1662 S. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United StatesMembers critique each others’ pre-submitted writing of all forms. First Wednesdays, 6:15 p.m. FREE! [email protected]
Digital Art Class
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesLearn and explore the programs in the Creative Space. Supplies provided. Registration required. 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Summer Reds Wine Tasting
Tapped Athens Wine Market 297 Prince Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesTry a selection of wines fit for the hot summertime, with small plates served. RSVP required. 6:30 p.m. $40. [email protected]
Gorgeous George’s Improv League
Buvez 585 Barber Street Suite A, Athens, GA, United StatesTownie improv that invites you to bring suggestions. Wednesdays, 7 p.m. $5 suggested donation. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
Classic City Trivia
The Local 706 1676S Lumpkin St, Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Garrett Lennox. 7 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ClassicCityTriviaCo
Greater Athens Libertarian Party Meet and Greet
Akademia Brewing Co. 150 Crane Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesThe local affiliate of the Libertarian Party of Georgia hosts a monthly gathering. First Wednesdays, 7 p.m. FREE! [email protected]
Blood Everywhere
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesScreening of the horror mystery film Strip Nude For Your Killer. 7 p.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreandbar.com
Dr. Fred’s Karaoke
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States9 p.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreandbar.com
DR. FRED'S KARAOKE Featuring a large assortment of pop, rock, indie and more.
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
The Mermaid Show
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesMeet a real live mermaid, listen to her mesmerizing tales and make themed crafts. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
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
Food on the Move
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesLearn about bird conservation and migration with the Oconee River RC&D Council. Registration Required. 1 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary/oconee
LEGO Mania
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesDrop in to free build and create. All ages. 3–5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
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
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
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
Flying Squid Improv & Lanny’s Comedy Show
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesMembers of Flying Squid Comedy perform improvised scenes followed by standup performances by local comedians hosted by Lanny Farmer. First Thursdays, 8 p.m. $10. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
Better Yet, Hotel Hugo, Jack and Jealous
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. $10. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
BETTER YET Atlanta-based experimental and alternative trio with a mellow feel.
HOTEL HUGO Charleston indie rock band with a penchant for nostalgia and a knack for crystal walls of sound.
JACK AND JEALOUS Athens-based duo of brothers playing indie rock.
