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
FOL Athens-Clarke County Fall Book Sale
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse books, children’s books, CDs, DVDs and audiobooks. Wednesday is Preview Night (for members only; $10/individual, $25/family) and Saturday is $10/Bag Day. Sept. 24–27. www.friendsofacclibrary.org
Lil Master Chef
Howard Park & Community Center 291 Henderson Ext., AthensCreate snacks while having fun in the kitchen, this month making quesadillas. Ages 2–5. 10:30 a.m. $3 (ACC residents), $4.50 (non-residents). www.accgovga.myrec.com
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
Open Workshop with Symbio
Ramsey Hall 230 River Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesThe musical duo will discuss their music, instruments and Swedish culture. 12:45 p.m. FREE! pac.uga.edu
LEGO Builder’s Challenge
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesDrop in to complete challenges and earn prizes. Ages 5–12. Fourth Thursdays, 3:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Athentic Farmers Market
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesWeekly market featuring vendors Diamond Hill Farms, Normaltown Bread Company, Katie Bee Honey, Flossie May Forage and Grand Designs Woodworking. Thursdays, 4–7 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
Chapter Chat
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesThis month’s chat will feature The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan with quizzes, trivia, snacks and more. Ages 8–12. 4:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Good Neighbor Day
Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, GeorgiaHelp build hygiene kits with Advantage Behavioral Health and play “Homegrown” trivia about all things Georgia. 5–7:30 p.m. www.creaturecomfortsbeer.com
The Reverend Conner Tribble
Rialto Club 500 College Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesLive After Five. 5:30–8 p.m. www.indigoathens.com
THE REVEREND CONNER TRIBBLE Old-fashioned rock and roll with a sprinkle of good-humored irreverence.
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
Tarot & Tea
Indie South 470 Hawthorne Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesGather to learn more about Tarot cards and practice readings. Registration required. Last Thursdays, 6–8 p.m. www.theindiesouth.com
Bad Dog BINGO
Amici at The Falls 8851 Macon Hwy Suite 501, Athens, GA, United StatesPlay BINGO with host TJ Wayt. Thursdays, 6 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
Closing Reception
tiny ATH gallery 174 Cleveland Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesSculptor Joni Younkins-Herzog’s exhibition “Beauty Is Where You Find It” featuring mischievous, fecund, obsessively feminine works will be on view. 6–9 p.m. FREE! www.tinyathgallery.com
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
Shih Tzu Not Trivia
Terrapin Beer Co. 265 Newton Bridge Road, Athens, GA, United StatesTest your general trivia knowledge. Thursdays, 6:30 p.m. www.instagram.com/shihtzunottrivia
Songwriters in the Round
Normaltown Brewing Co. 425 Barber Street, Athens, GA, United StatesSongwriters in the Round. 6:30–8:30 p.m. www.instagram.com/normaltownbrewingco
ANDREW JAMES Musician with "the approval of Willie Nelson."
JULY WOMAN Inspired by nature and whimsy.
MICHAEL JOE WHITE If Arlo Guthrie was thrown out of the Violent Femmes.
Drew Holcomb & the Neighbors
Georgia Theatre 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States6:30 p.m. (doors), 7:30 p.m. (show). $41.51. www.georgiatheatre.com
DREW HOLCOMB & THE NEIGHBORS Americana band with members from Memphis and Nashville, TN formed in 2005. Medicine anniversary tour!
Disco Hills Skate Club
Firefly Trail, Winterville 125 N Church St, Winterville, United StatesJoin the group to socialize or exercise while skating outdoors. Thursdays, 6:45 p.m. FREE! Find Disco Hills Outdoor Skate Club on Facebook
Meet Athens’ Secret River
Ciné Athens, GA, United StatesLearn about the Middle Oconee River’s history and ecology with Oconee Joe, preview Jason Thrasher’s photography series and enjoy food, music and a silent auction. 7–8:30 p.m. www.oconeeriverlandtrust.org
Meet Athens’ Secret River
Ciné Athens, GA, United StatesMeet Athens' Secret River. 7–8:30 p.m. www.oconeeriverlandtrust.org
JOSEPH KIRAN FERNANDES & FRANKLIN RUSSELL Duo for clarinet and baritone saxophone featuring an Elephant 6 collective musician.
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
Brad Upton
Rialto Club 500 College Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThe comedy veteran is best known for his stand-up special produced by Dry Bar Comedy. 7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $42.77 & up. www.facebook.com/AubreyEntertainmentAthensGA
Excavating Ancient Burial Sites
Phi Kappa Hall Phi Kappa Hall, Athens, United StatesThe Phi Kappa Literary Society is hosting a debate on whether or excavating ancient burial sites is unethical. 7 p.m. FREE! www.phikappauga.org
Mary & The Hot Hotty-Hots
The Globe 199 N Lumpkin St, Athens7:30–10 p.m. www.facebook.com/globe.athens
MARY & THE HOT HOTTY-HOTS Hot jazz and swing band offering music from the 1910s, '20s and '30s.
The Revolutionists
Morton Theatre 195 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesUGA Theatre presents a darkly comedic play set during the French Revolution, bringing together four unlikely heroines. Sept. 25–26, 30 and Oct. 1–2, 8 p.m. Sept. 28 & Oct. 5, 2 p.m. $18. www.ugatheatre.com
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.
The Pink Stones, Little Gold
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. (doors). $12 (one night), $20 (both nights). www.flickertheatreandbar.com
THE PINK STONES Local cosmic country band with a lighthearted, twangy charm. Thank the Lord album release show!
LITTLE GOLD Local group playing garage rock with country and pop sensibilities.
JVK, whiskey ginger, Red Dakota
The Roadhouse 137 N Lumpkin St, Athens, GA, United States9 p.m. (doors), 10 p.m. (show). www.instagram.com/roadhouseathens
JVK Boston-based rock and roll trio.
WHISKEY GINGER NYC-based indie-rock band.
RED DAKOTA Athens-based indie rock group consisting of Alyssa Terry, Derek Terry, Lauren Leathers and Christian Gerner-Smidt.
Salmon Tubes; Ihlyat; Other Voices, Other Rooms
ATHICA 675 Pulaski St., Athens, GA, United StatesSonic Space. 7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $10 suggested donation. www.athica.org
SALMON TUBES Electro-acoustic improvisation duo Jon Vogt and Kyle MacKinnel.
IHLAYAT Experimental sound and visual artist using a mixture of samples, synth and guitar heavily manipulated.
OTHER VOICES, OTHER ROOMS House, rap and shoegaze-inspired music on synth hardware.
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
FOL Athens-Clarke County Fall Book Sale
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse books, children’s books, CDs, DVDs and audiobooks. Wednesday is Preview Night (for members only; $10/individual, $25/family) and Saturday is $10/Bag Day. Sept. 24–27. www.friendsofacclibrary.org
Morning Makers
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesJoin Ms. Hali to make themed crafts. Ages 4–7. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Sustained Excellence
UGA Special Collections Library 300 S Hull St, Athens, GA, United StatesTake a curator-led tour of the UGA swim and dive exhibition. 3 p.m. libs.uga.edu
Opening Reception
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens 780 Timothy Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesThe second annual Invitational Art Exhibit features “The Bounty of the Land.” 5–7 p.m. FREE! www.uuathensga.org
Opening Reception
OCAF 34 School St., Watkinsville, GA, United States“Forging Connections: Metal Art Inspired by the Marine Carbon Cycle” by Barbara Mann and “Teaching Through Creation: Works by Local Art Educators” will be on view. 5–7 p.m. FREE! www.ocaf.com
Faculty and Guest Artist Recital
Ramsey Hall 230 River Rd., Athens, GA, United States5:30 p.m. FREE! music.uga.edu
FACULTY AND GUEST ARTIST RECITAL Featuring Liza Stepanova on piano, Itamar Zorman on violin and the Lysander Trio with James Kim on cello.
Drivin’ N Cryin’, Quiet Hounds
The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United States6 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $25 (adv.), $30. bit.ly/DrivnNCryinSept26
DRIVIN' N CRYIN' Legendary Atlanta band playing hard-charging, Southern-inspired rock.
QUIET HOUNDS Southern pop folk trio formed in Athens in the early 2000s.
Sunset Salutations
Dudley Park 100 Dudley Park Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesThis outdoor session blends gentle flows, mindful breathwork and deep stretching to help relieve the stress. 6:30 p.m. $5 (ACC resident), $7 (non-resident). www.accgov.com/myrec
Friday Night Initiative
Tyche's Games 1056 S. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn how to play a new roleplaying game. New players welcome. 7 p.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com
Paint & Sip
Winterville Cultural Center 371 N Church St, Winterville, GA, United StatesGuided step-by-step instructions to paint a work inspired by Van Gogh. Supplies included. 7 p.m. $35. www.wintervillecenter.com
Kong’s Night Out
The Elbert Theatre 100 S. Oliver St., Elbert, GA, United StatesComedy production about what happened in the hotel room next to the one where Ann was taken by King Kong. Sept. 19–20 & 26–27, 7 p.m. Sept. 21 & 28, 2 p.m. $12 (adv.), $17. [email protected]
The Dictatortots
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesClassic City Wrestling. 7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $20–30. www.40watt.com
THE DICTATORTOTS Longtime local chaos-cultivators trash the night with post-grunge grooves.
Waylon Wyatt, Gabrielle Hope
Georgia Theatre 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). SOLD OUT! www.georgiatheatre.com
WAYLON WYATT Young country/folk songwriter from Hackett, AK.
GABRIELLE HOPE Appalachian folk singer known for her unique tone who takes inspiration from artists like Jean Ritchie, Tia Blake and Connie Converse.
Classic City Wrestling
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesA night of high flying, power slamming independent wrestling, with a side of rock and roll by The Dictatortots. 7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $20–30. www.40watt.com
