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Athens Film Festival | Friday, August 15 @ 1:00 pm | Downtown Athens
Athens Film Festival Downtown Athens
Dub Bonanza Block Party | Friday, August 15 @ 8:00 pm | Ciné
Dub Bonanza Block P... Ciné
Athens Film Festival | Saturday, August 16 @ 10:30 am | Downtown Athens
Athens Film Festival Downtown Athens
Hotline TNT, Sour Widows | Saturday, August 16 @ 7:00 pm | Hendershot’s
Hotline TNT, Sour W... Hendershot’s
U.S. Newspaper Research
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn how to access newspapers across the U.S., what kind of information they provide and how this can help genealogy or history research. RSVP for link. 5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Film Athens
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesMeet and network with others in the filmmaking community (actors, directors, etc.) during happy hour. 5 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/FilmAthens
The Athens Farmers Market
Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, GeorgiaMarkets offer fresh produce, flowers, eggs, meats, prepared foods, arts and crafts. Live music at 6 p.m. AFM double SNAP dollars spent. Wednesdays, 5–8 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net
Tinkercad for Beginners
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn how to create basic 3D objects using a browser-based modeling program. Registration required. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Shih Tzu Not Trivia
South Main Brewing 1725 Electric Ave., Suite 140, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesTest your general trivia knowledge. Wednesdays, 6 p.m. www.instagram.com/shihtzunottrivia
YA Breakfast in Bed
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesWear pajamas and enjoy an evening breakfast of pancakes and waffles while watching a movie and decorating sleep masks. Grades 6–12. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Honeypuppy
White Tiger Gourmet 217 Hiawassee Ave., Athens, GA, United States6 p.m. www.instagram.com/itshoneypuppy
HONEYPUPPY Four-piece indie rock band self-described as a "menace to society."
Karaoke
El Paso Tacos & Tequila 255 W Washington St, Athens, United States6–10 p.m. www.instagram.com/elpasoathenss
KARAOKE WITH DJ D00MSDAY Every Wednesday.
‘Normal’ Run
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin the Athens Road Runners for a 1–3 mile run that starts and ends at Athentic Brewing. Second and fourth Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
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
Shih Tzu Not Trivia
La Fiesta 1395 College Station Rd, Athens, United StatesTest your general trivia knowledge. Wednesdays, 7 p.m. www.instagram.com/shihtzunottrivia
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.
Three Star Cinema
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesScreening of the 1970 crime thriller film Solo. 7 p.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreandbar.com
Level 1 & 2 Improv Graduation Show
Flying Squid Comedy 150 Fritz Mar Lane, Athens, GA, United StatesFlying Squid Comedy will showcase what students have learned in improv comedy. 7 p.m. (level 1), 8 p.m. (level 2). $5. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
Karaoke with DJ Gregory
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United States7–10 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
KARAOKE WITH DJ GREGORY Every Wednesday.
Cowboy Bebop Live
Georgia Theatre 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $34–39. www.georgiatheatre.com
COWBOY BEBOP LIVE 14-piece ensemble of professional musicians performing the music from the hit anime "Cowboy Bebop."
Ancient Infant, NEWSKI, Yes Dear
Nowhere Bar 240 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors). $10. www.nowherebarlive.com
ANCIENT INFANT Alt-rock band that combines elements of decadence, introspection and social commentary to create a blend of hard-driving sweaty rock.
NEWSKI Wisconsin musician described as a blend of “Tom Petty meets '90s alternative."
YES DEAR Atlanta-based indie rock pulling influence from shoegaze, slowcore and alternative sounds of the '90s and 2000s era.
Dance Songs Music Bingo
B&B Theatres 1570 Lexington Rd, Athens, GA, United StatesJoin in for music-themed BINGO. 7:30 p.m. www.bbtheatres.com
MaiKai Open Mic
MaiKai Kava Lounge 1035 Baxter St Suite A, Athens, GA, United States7:30 p.m. (sign-ups). FREE! www.instagram.com/bulaatmaikai
MAIKAI OPEN MIC Share your music, comedy and poetry every Wednesday.
Shih Tzu Not Trivia
Locos Grill and Pub Eastside 1985 S Barnett Shoals Rd, AthensTest your general trivia knowledge. Wednesdays, 8 p.m. www.instagram.com/shihtzunottrivia
New Faces Night
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesNew Faces Night. 8 p.m. FREE! www.hendershotsathens.com
ANSLEY MCALLISTER Country singer-songwriter from Clarkesville.
ANNABETH HATFIELD Indie singer-songwriter exploring the alt rock, pop and more, hailing from Waycross.
CHRISTY SAUSSER Smooth, sweet acoustic Americana storytelling.
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.
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
Across the Board Book Club
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesDiscuss books chosen by the group. New members welcome. Fourth Thursdays, 11 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
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
Closing Reception
tiny ATH gallery 174 Cleveland Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesWorks by Linda Hall will be on view. 5–7 p.m. FREE! www.tinyathgallery.com
Karaoke
VFW Post 2872 835 Sunset Dr, Athens5 p.m. (doors). FREE! www.facebook.com/vfw2872
KARAOKE Thursdays hosted by TikTok sensation Brandon Conway.
Adult Dungeons & Dragons
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesA gaming session for players of all skill levels. Ages 18 & up. 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
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
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
Rainbow Capitalism Debate
Phi Kappa Hall Phi Kappa Hall, Athens, United StatesPhi Kappa Literary Society hosts a debate if rainbow/pink capitalism is a net detriment to the LGBTQIA+ community. 7 p.m. FREE! www.phikappauga.org
Athens Science Café
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThis month UGA Professor of Psychology Dr. Keith Cambell will give a talk on narcissism. 7 p.m. FREE! www.athenssciencecafe.wordpress.com
Boots & Brews Line Dancing
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn the line dancing basics from hosts Becky and Patty. 7 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.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
Line Dance Lessons
Boutier Winery & Inn 4506 Hudson River Church Road, Danielsville, GA, United StatesLearn how to line dance with Amy. 7–9 p.m. $5. www.boutierwinery.com
Michael Shannon & Jason Narducy, Dave Hill
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $50. www.40watt.com
MICHAEL SHANNON & JASON NARDUCY Actor Michael Shannon (Knives Out, The Shape of Water, Bullet Train), musician Jason Narducy (Superchunk, Liz Phair, Bob Mould) and friends perform R.E.M.'s album Fables of the Reconstruction.
DAVE HILL Comedian, radio host, writer and rock musician and actor from Cleveland, OH.
New Moon Cacao Ceremony & Sound Bath
Shakti Power Yoga 940 Prince Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy a cacao ceremony and a sound bath. $35. 7:15 p.m. www.shaktiyogaathens.com
Jason Moran
Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall 230 River Rd., Athens, GA, United States7:30 p.m. $10 (w/ UGA ID), $30–60. music.uga.edu
JASON MORAN Accomplished jazz pianist and composer in his debut UGA Present's appearance, performing the works of Duke Ellington.
OneSkip, Soub 200, Dert McSpurt
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesPrimordial Void Presents. 8 p.m. (doors). $10. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
ONESKIP Rap artist.
SOUB 200 Rapper from Georgia.
DERT MCSPURT Athens rapper creating left-field hip hop, for fans of Lil Ugly Mane.
Big Band Athens
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United States8 p.m. $10. www.hendershotsathens.com
BIG BAND ATHENS 18-member Athens band whose swinging tunes consist of cover music from the '40s to the '70s.
Comedy in the Cellar
Onward Reserve 146 East Clayton Street, Athens, GA, United StatesAthens Comedy presents Evon Campbell with a lineup of features and special guests. 8:30 p.m. $10. www.instagram.com/athenscomedy
Oscar Dance Party
Ciné Athens, GA, United StatesThe red-carpet fundraising event will feature a dance party with DJ ChiefRocka, an Oscars Shorts viewing party, an Oscar ballot box and more. 8:45 p.m. (doors). $30. www.athenscine.com
Oscar Dance Party
Ciné Athens, GA, United StatesOscar Dance Party. 8:45 p.m. (doors). $30. www.athenscine.com
DJ CHIEFROCKA Spinning music to dance to during this red-carpet fundraising event screening Oscar shorts and more.
Blues Jam
Nowhere Bar 240 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States9:30 p.m. www.instagram.com/nowherebarathensga
BLUES JAM Bring an instrument and join host Big C and The Moonshynes for an open blues jam. The house band includes Scott Nicholson, Derek Warren, Brent Davenport and Bo Hembree.
