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Classic City American Music Festival | Saturday, July 5 @ 1:30 pm | The Foundry
Classic City Americ... The Foundry
OLLI Summer Film Festival | Tuesday, July 8 @ 1:30 pm | Ciné
OLLI Summer Film Fe... Ciné
Wes Parker, Honeyknife, Your Ex’s Pets | Wednesday, July 9 @ 7:00 pm | Ciné
Wes Parker, Honeykn... Ciné
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
Lines and Wines
Tapped Athens Wine Market 297 Prince Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn to use various calligraphy tools and methods while enjoying a selection of wines on tap. Registration required. 6 p.m. $28 (workshop only). www.kaartist.com
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
Shih Tzu Not Trivia
Terrapin Beer Co. 265 Newton Bridge Road, Athens, GA, United StatesTest your general trivia knowledge. Thursdays, 6 p.m. www.instagram.com/shihtzunottrivia
Teens 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
Opening Reception
UGA Special Collections Library 300 S Hull St, Athens, GA, United StatesTour the new exhibition “From Farms to Fast Fashion: Unraveling the Need for Sustainable Style” and browse a clothing swap hosted by UGA’s Fair Fashion group. 6–8 p.m. FREE! libs.uga.edu
Artist Reception
ATHICA 675 Pulaski St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe cannibalized paintings of R. B. Pruett will be on view. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.athica.org
Love.Craft Bingo Night
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesA bingo event benefiting the nonprofit organization Love.Craft Athens. 6:30–8 p.m. $3–5. www.lovecraftathens.org
Thursday Trivia
Johnny's New York Style Pizza 1040 Gaines School Rd Suite 219, Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Todd Henderson. 6:30 p.m. www.johnnyspizza.com
Ladies Night Out
Boutier Winery & Inn 4506 Hudson River Church Road, Danielsville, GA, United StatesEnjoy a night of dancing with wine, beer and a buffet. First Thursdays, 6:30–9:30 p.m. $20. www.boutierwinery.com
Bad Dog Trivia
The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Thursdays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
Moms Unhinged
Morton Theatre 195 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesAn evening of comedy about motherhood, dating, marriage and more with comedians Emily Holden, Jen O’Neill and headliner Lisa Lane. 7 p.m. $25–32. www.mortontheatre.com
Karaoke with DJ Gregory
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United States7 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.com
KARAOKE WITH DJ GREGORY Enjoy singing and dancing for all.
Willow Avalon, The Pink Stones, Zandi Holup
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $20 (adv.), $25. www.40watt.com
WILLOW AVALON Georgia-born dream pop singer-songwriter with a nostalgic country flair.
THE PINK STONES Local cosmic country band with a lighthearted, twangy charm.
ZANDI HOLUP "A sad hippie cowgirl" from Nashville with a raw brand of original folk country.
Lakeview, Jason Cross
Georgia Theatre 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $18.50–25. www.georgiatheatre.com
LAKEVIEW Tattooed, rural and blue-collar country duo with a hard-charging signature sound that effortlessly bridges the gap between metalcore and mainstream country.
JASON CROSS Country rock artist who possesses the perfect blend of edgy style and country swagger.
Athens Middle East Orchestra, pondgorl, David Barbe, Marie Marie
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesAttaboy Tapes Presents: Benefit for Scribble (LA fire relief). 7 p.m. (doors). $10–20. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
ATHENS MIDDLE EAST ORCHESTRA Athens very own Middle Eastern inspired outfit that focuses on the musical culture of Egypt, Turkey, Israel, Syria and more.
PONDGORL Athens-based artist Laila Li McCleery joins genre-bending friends in a band of beautiful, harmonious DIY glory.
DAVID BARBE Local luminary and studio engineer who has played in bands such as Mercyland and Sugar.
MARIE MARIE '60s pop-inspired group in the songwriting vein of The Beatles and Brian Wilson.
Faculty Recital
Ramsey Hall 230 River Rd., Athens, GA, United States7:30 p.m. FREE! music.uga.edu
FACULTY RECITAL Featuring Elizabeth Johnson Knight, mezzo soprano.
The Jazz Legacy Project
Festival Hall 201 N. Main St., Greensboro, GA, United States7:30 p.m. $25. www.festivalhallga.com
THE JAZZ LEGACY PROJECT Vocalist Maria Howell performs a tribute to Sarah Vaughan, the "Divine One" who got her big break opening for Ella Fitzgerald and would have hits "Black Coffee" and "Tenderly."
The Vagina Monologues
The Winterville Auditorium 373 N. Church St., Winterville, GA, United StatesThe Cottage presents this performance with proceeds supporting the center’s free services for survivors of sexual violence and child abuse in the Athens area. Feb. 6–8, 8 p.m. $16. www.northgeorgiacottage.org
Jason Webb
Onward Reserve 146 East Clayton Street, Athens, GA, United StatesThe Asheville, NC comedian has headlined Laughfest at AthFest, the Asheville Comedy Festival and more. 8 p.m. $10. www. athenscomedy.com
Drug Ducks
Nowhere Bar 240 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. www.nowherebarlive.com
DRUG DUCKS Seasoned Athens musicians play covers, originals and space jams.
Fantastic Friday
Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesAn instructor supervises while a parent/caregiver leads their little ones through obstacle courses. Ages 1–4 years. Register online. 10–11:30 a.m. $7.50 (ACC residents), $11.25 (non-ACC residents). www.accgovga.myrec.com
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. Fridays, 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Fine Motor Friday
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesWork one-on-one with your child using a selection of educational items that contain small parts. Registration required. 11 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
College Hockey South Playoffs
Akins Ford Arena 300 N Thomas St., Athens, United StatesDivision 1 and Women’s Division playoffs will feature UGA teams. Feb. 7, 12–10 p.m. Feb. 8, 9 a.m.–10 p.m. Feb. 9, 9 a.m.–8 p.m. $25–50. www.classiccenter.com
Retro Playtime
Lexington Vintage 1743 Lexington Rd, Athens, GARelive your childhood with retro toys and games, plus snacks. 5–8 p.m. FREE! www.lexingtonvintageathens.com
Athens Wine Weekend
The Classic Center 300 N. Thomas St., Athens, GA, United StatesSamples wines with different tasting events taking place in benefit of The Classic Center Cultural Foundation. Feb. 7, 5:30 p.m. Feb. 8, 12:30 p.m. Feb. 9, 11:30 a.m. $50 & up. www.classiccenter.com
Opening Reception
Winterville Cultural Center Gallery 371 N. Church Street, Winterville, United StatesExhibitions “Two Fold” by Jack and Amanda Burk and “Outside the Box” by Peter Loose, Leigh Ellis and Michael Pierce will be on view. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.wintervilleccgallery.com
Artist Reception
Lamar Dodd School of Art 270 River Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesPresented by the Black Artists Alliance, the gallery’s Black Artist’s Exhibition “COLORS” will be on view. 6–8 p.m. FREE! art.uga.edu
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
Country Music Songwriters in the Round
The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesAubrey Entertainment Presents. 6 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $10. bit.ly/TheFoundryFeb7
COUNTRY MUSIC SONGWRITERS IN THE ROUND Featuring special guest Phillip Lammonds from Nashville, TN alongside Athens artists Todd Cowart & Blank Canvas, Holman Autry Band, Trish Adams, Shelby McLeod, Britt Helton and Ben Reynolds & William Tonks.
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
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
Open Mic
Oak House Distillery 1015 Macon Hwy., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. FREE! www.oakhousedistillery.com
OPEN MIC Every Friday.
ATHFF Presents: Athens Historical Society Films
Morton Theatre 195 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesA presentation of the Athens Film Project of four short films featuring the history of Athens. 7 p.m. FREE! www.athensfilm.com
Vincent Mason
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $20. www.40watt.com
VINCENT MASON Pop country artist from Roswell, GA whose relatable storytelling and warm sonics are inspired by artists like Parker McCollum and John Mayer.
Bobby Rush
Rialto Club 500 College Ave., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $20 (adv.), $25. bit.ly/BobbyRushFeb7
BOBBY RUSH Three-time Grammy Award winner and Blues Hall of Famer who has become one of the most prominent advocates for the blues tradition.
Jameson Tank, Sunday Driver, The Gringos
Georgia Theatre 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $17–20. www.georgiatheatre.com
JAMESON TANK High-energy alternative rock band fronted by Jameson Tankersley.
SUNDAY DRIVER '90s cover band that captures the hits that ruled the radio.
THE GRINGOS Covers and originals with a gravelly, powerful voice.
Burly Ivy, Fountain of Youth, Peter Webb
Normal Bar 1365 Prince Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesAttaboy Presents. 7 p.m. (doors). $10. www.instagram.com/attaboytapes
BURLY IVY Psych art rock band with loungy space sounds and midnight choirs featuring Jim Willingham, Bryan Poole, Dain Marx and Ryan Bousquet.
FOUNTAIN OF YOUTH New project of Hunter Morris.
PETER WEBB Musician playing meditative experimental folk.
The Granfalloons, Sunset Honor Unit
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United States7 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.com
THE GRANFALLOONS Georgians playing sunny Americana with twangy guitars, the occasional accordion and lots of pop melodies. Single release show!
SUNSET HONOR UNIT Sentimental pop from Atlanta comprised of dueling songwriters Drew Kirby (Mothers, CDSM) and Jake Chisenhall (Delorean Gray).
Thick Lizzy
Nowhere Bar 240 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 9:30 p.m. (show). $12. www.instagram.com/nowherebarathensga
THICK LIZZY All-star Thin Lizzy cover band with members of Hayride, Shehehe, Wyld Staleyz and more. (8:30 p.m.)
The Vagina Monologues
The Winterville Auditorium 373 N. Church St., Winterville, GA, United StatesThe Cottage presents this performance with proceeds supporting the center’s free services for survivors of sexual violence and child abuse in the Athens area. Feb. 6–8, 8 p.m. $16. www.northgeorgiacottage.org
HAM & Corey’s ASSSSCAT Goodbye
Flying Squid Comedy 150 Fritz Mar Lane, Athens, GA, United StatesImprovisers Mike Bryson, Jonathan Fountain, Corey Schmidt and Brett Thurmond perform followed by Corey’s ASSSSCAT farewell event. 8 p.m. $10. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
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
Sid Jerr-Dan, pondgorl, Maupas
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. (doors). $10. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
SID JERR-DAN Alternative country artist from Atlanta.
PONDGORL Athens-based artist Laila Li McCleery joins genre-bending friends in a band of beautiful, harmonious DIY glory.
MAUPAS Local four-piece rock band.
