Calendar Picks
Vic Chesnutt Songwriter of the Year Awards Show | Thursday, May 1 @ 6:30 pm | 40 Watt Club
Vic Chesnutt Songwr... 40 Watt Club
The Cemetery Club | Thursday, May 1 @ 7:30 pm | Quinn Hall
The Cemetery Club Quinn Hall
Athens Comedy Fest | Friday, May 2 @ 7:00 pm | Morton Theatre
Athens Comedy Fest Morton Theatre
The Cemetery Club | Friday, May 2 @ 7:30 pm | Quinn Hall
The Cemetery Club Quinn Hall
Kishi Bashi
Georgia Theatre 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $30. www.georgiatheatre.com
KISHI BASHI Lush, romantic, violin-based indie rock multi-instrumentalist whose latest album, Kantos, is at turns deeply unsettling and sublimely joyful.
Bruiser & Bicycle, Robe, Strumbrush, Plastique
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors). $10 (adv.), $12. www.40watt.com
BRUISER & BICYCLE Progressive rock-skewed art pop band influenced by freak folk from Albany, NY.
ROBE Bryan Casey leads shoegaze-tinged songs with a cool, energetic vibe.
STRUMBRUSH DIY art rock from Atlanta.
PLASTIQUE Angular rock from Atlanta.
City Mouse, Shehehe, Cactus Jackson
Nowhere Bar 240 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors). $15. www.facebook.com/NowhereBarAthens
SHEHEHE Local band that draws from old-school punk and arena rock to create a fist-pumping atmosphere.
CITY MOUSE Soulful punk rock from Los Angeles.
CACTUS JACKSON New band with Rory Riley, Nick Skillman and Dillon Knight.
The Sixteen
Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall 230 River Rd., Athens, GA, United States7:30 p.m. $10 (w/ UGA ID), $40–60. pac.uga.edu
THE SIXTEEN Revered British choir that performs a variety of pieces, from medieval hymns to contemporary choral compositions.
Trivia Night
Hi-Lo Lounge 1354 Prince Ave, Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge. 8 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/hilolounge
Floral Portrait
WUOG 45 Baxter St, Athens, United StatesLive in the Lobby. 8 p.m. FREE! www.wuog.org
FLORAL PORTRAIT Stunning baroque psych-pop ensemble led by composer Jason Bronson and collaborator Jacob Chisenhall.
Open Mic
Normal Bar 1365 Prince Ave., Athens, GA, United States8–11 p.m. FREE! [email protected]
OPEN MIC All musicians welcome. Every Tuesday.
Open Toad Comedy Night
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesComedy performed by a mix of newcomers and local favorites from Athens and Atlanta. 8:30 p.m. (doors). $7. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
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
Parachute Playtime
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesJoin the librarians for engaging parachute activities followed by open play. 11 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.com/oconee
Shadowfist Power Lunch
Tyche's Games 1056 S. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United StatesCome down with your lunch and play Shadowfist. New players welcome. 12 p.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com
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
Athens Farmers Market
Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, GeorgiaMarkets offer fresh produce, flowers, eggs, meats, prepared foods, art and crafts. Live music at 6 p.m. AFM doubles SNAP dollars spent. Wednesdays, 5–8 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net
Hibbs Family Band
Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, GeorgiaAthens Farmers Market. 5–8 p.m. FREE! www.athensfarmersmarket.net
HIBBS FAMILY BAND Quartet of family members combining the textures and rhythms of bluegrass and folk music with alt-rock melodic sensibilities and lyricism. (6 p.m.)
UGA Arts Collaborative Launch Party
The Athenaeum 287 W. Broad St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe event will feature food, drink, welcoming remarks and a chance to learn more about the Arts Collaborative. 5:30–7:30 p.m. FREE! art.uga.edu/uga-arts-collaborative
Club Ned Anime Society
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesJoin club members to watch and discuss episodes of “Paranoia Agent,” “Assassination Classroom” and “Domestic Girlfriend.” 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.animefandom.org
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.
Leon Macjen
Georgia Theatre Rooftop 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States6:30 p.m. FREE! www.georgiatheatre.com
LEON MACJEN Folk rock musician with a well-worn voice.
Tucker Wetmore, Ashland Craft
Georgia Theatre 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States6:30 p.m. (doors), 7:30 p.m. (show). $38.74–105.33. www.georgiatheatre.com
TUCKER WETMORE Breakout country star from Kalama, WA.
ASHLAND CRAFT Country musician who cut her teeth performing at bars in her South Carolina hometown and is now among CMT's Next Women of Country.
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
Bad Dog Trivia
Eddie's Calzones 227 E Clayton Street, Athens, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Nickalous Benson. Wednesdays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
Trivia Night
Normal Bar 1365 Prince Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge. 7 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/normal.bar.7
Three Star Cinema
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesScreening of the 1982 horror thriller film Litan. 7 p.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreandbar.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.
Cameron Whitcomb, Ben Cottrill
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors). $10 (adv.), $12. www.40watt.com
CAMERON WHITCOMB Country musician with raspy vocals and raw lyrics deeply influenced by his personal experiences.
BEN COTTRILL A dynamic and spirited artist known for his distinctive Americana-soul sound.
Open Mic
Mai Kai Kava 1035a Baxter St., Athens, GA, United States777 Relief Fundraiser. 7–11 p.m. www.athenskava.com
OPEN MIC This special open mic features Korean barbecue and kava. Proceeds benefit community kitchens in Gaza and Hurricane Helene relief organizations.
777 Relief Fundraiser
MaiKai Kava Lounge 1035 Baxter St Suite A, Athens, GA, United StatesThere will be an open mic and Korean barbecue food pop-up by Kyra’s Choice benefitting community kitchens in Gaza and Hurricane Helene relief. 7–11 p.m. Donations suggested. www.instagram.com/bulaatmaikai
UGA Bassoon Studio Spooktacular
Ramsey Hall 230 River Rd., Athens, GA, United States7:30 p.m. FREE! www.music.uga.edu
UGA BASSOON STUDIO SPOOKTACULAR This year’s performance features music (and costumes) inspired by the magical world of Disney. Audience costumes are encouraged.
One Eyed Moon, Dunce Hat, Canopy
Ciné Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. (doors), 9 p.m. (show). $10. www.athenscine.com
ONE EYED MOON Atlanta-based rock project that blends doom, desert, stoner, sludge and a little grunge-punk.
DUNCE HAT Deep South swamp and doom.
CANOPY Atmospheric sludge metal from Atlanta.
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
Tween Crafters
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesWork on a provided craft with the month’s special activity. Ages 8–12. Registration required. 4:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Chapter Chat
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesThis month’s chat will feature Bunnicula by Deborah and James Howe with quizzes, trivia, snacks and more. Ages 8–12. 4:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Author Talk
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesPhotographer Jim Saah will share and discuss his photobook “In My Eyes: Photographs 1982-1997” and sign copies. 5 p.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreandbar.com
Closing Reception
tiny ATH gallery 174 Cleveland Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesArtist Adam Void’s exhibition will be on view. 5–8 p.m. FREE! www.tinyathgallery.com
In Conversation
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesAthens photographer Jason Thrasher and Chicago-based photographer Caitlin Peterson will converse in conjunction with exhibitions “Joel Sternfeld: When It Changed” and “The Artist as Witness.” 5:30 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
MrJordanMrTonks
Hotel Indigo 500 College Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesLive After Five Series. 5:30 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/AubreyEntertainmentAthensGA
MRJORDANMRTONKS Tommy Jordan and William Tonks' collaboration features rootsy guitar picking and paired vocal melodies.
Teen Studio: Mystery Masquerade
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesAttendees will create masks then play a “whodunit” game involving clues around the gallery. Ages 13–18. Email to RSVP. 5:30–8 p.m. FREE! [email protected]
Adult Dungeons & Dragons
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesAll skill levels are invited to join the popular role playing game. 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
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
Outdoor Film Screening
Richard B. Russell Special Collections Library 300 S. Hull St., Athens, GA, United StatesScreening of the classic horror film The Brain from Planet Arous and archival clips from the Brown Media Collections with free popcorn. 6:30 p.m. FREE! libs.uga.edu
