Calendar Picks
Classic City American Music Festival | Saturday, July 5 @ 1:30 pm | The Foundry
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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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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.
Pachinko Pop
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesScreening of the 1972 action drama film Withered Tree, The Adventures of Monjiro. 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.
Music Bingo
B&B Theatres 1570 Lexington Rd, Athens, GA, United StatesJoin in to play music bingo. 7:30 p.m. FREE! 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
Charley Crockett
The Classic Center 300 N. Thomas St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. $60–297. www.classiccenter.com
CHARLEY CROCKETT A cowboy singer for the 21st century whose mix of country, blues and soul earned him a Grammy Award nomination for Best Americana Album.
New Faces Night
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesNew Faces Night. 8 p.m. FREE! www.hendershotsathens.com
GARDEN VARIETY Five-piece funk band performing a blend of jazz, soul and rock through original compositions and covers of ’70s classics.
EIGHT PICTURES Indie pop splitting the difference between Hüsker Dü and The Smiths.
RUDY MONTAYRE Athenian acoustic singer-songwriter with influence from R&B, rock and folk music.
Porch Pickin’ Campfire Jams
Live Wire 227 W Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesPorch Pickin’ Campfire Jams. 8:30 p.m. FREE! www.livewireathens.com
PEACH ICE CREAM BLUEGRASS Bluegrass band that blends folk and blues with a carefree dash of improvisation to sooth the soul.
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.
String Area Chamber Recital
Hugh Hodgson School of Music 250 River Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesEdge Hall. 3 p.m. FREE! music.uga.edu
STRING AREA CHAMBER RECITAL String ensemble performs selections it has been working on recently.
Disney on Ice Storytime
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesOne of the Disney on Ice skaters will visit with a special guest for storytime. 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
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
EarthGAY 2025
Odum School of Ecology 140 E. Green St., Athens, GAThis student-led collaboration highlights the intersectionality between queer advocacy and environmentalism with workshops, food and a variety show. 4–9 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/queer_ecology
Artist Talk
Lyndon House Arts Center 211 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesHear a small grouping of exhibiting artists from the “50th Juried Exhibition” discuss their works. 5:30 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/LyndonHouseArts
Rain Barrel & Rainscaping Workshop
3500 Mitchell Bridge Rd. 3500 Mitchell Bridge Rd., Athens, GALearn simple techniques to manage rainwater in your yard and build your own rain barrel to take home. Supplies provided. Registration required. 6 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com
Podcasting for Beginners
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn how to record and edit a podcast using audio editor Audacity. Registration required. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
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
New Town Revue
ACE/FRANCISCO Gallery 675 Pulaski St. STE 1500, Athens, GA, United StatesAn evening of poetry, music and art with a closing reception for exhibitions by Louise Haynes Hall and Cecilia Reynolds. 6 p.m. (doors), 6:30 p.m. (show). FREE! www.acefranciscogallery.com
Viv Awesome
ACE/FRANCISCO Gallery 675 Pulaski St. STE 1500, Athens, GA, United StatesNew Town Revue. 6 p.m. (doors), 6:30 p.m. (show). FREE! www.acefranciscogallery.com
VIV AWESOME Folky shoegaze from Athens.
Cats at Creature Feline Fundraiser
Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, GeorgiaMeet and pet adoptable rescue cats and enter raffles to raise funds for Circle of Friends Animal Society. 6–8 p.m. Donations suggested. www.cofas.org
MFA Speaks
Atheneum 287 W Broad S, Athens, United StatesEnjoy a variety of brief artist talks by graduating MFA students. 6–8 p.m. FREE! art.uga.edu
Sneak Peek Showcase
Ciné Athens, GA, United StatesBenefit screening of trailers, some never-before-seen footage and behind-the-scenes content from the upcoming theatrical slate of major studios. Apr. 22 & 24, 6 p.m. $3. www.athenscine.com
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
Sound Inc.
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United States6–8 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
SOUND INC. Minnesota-based band playing '60s and '70s rock.
Artist Talk & Demos
tiny ATH gallery 174 Cleveland Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesArtist Annie Sears discusses her exhibition and provides demonstrations. 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
College & Careers
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesHigh school students can create a post-graduation plan with info about FAFSA, applying for licenses and scholarships. 7 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Evening Yoga
Foxglove Plantbar 1063 Baxter Street, Athens, GA, United StatesBring your own mat and unwind in a peaceful environment. 7 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/foxgloveplantbar
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
Shih Tzu Not Trivia
Your Pie Watkinsville 1430 Capital Ave., Watkinsville, United StatesTest your general trivia knowledge. Thursdays, 7 p.m. www.instagram.com/shihtzunottrivia
Disney On Ice
Akins Ford Arena 300 N Thomas St., Athens, United StatesThe films Frozen and Encanto will be brought to life on ice with aerial acrobatics and more. Apr. 24, 7 p.m. Apr. 25, 11 a.m. & 7 p.m. Apr. 26, 11 a.m., 3 p.m. & 7 p.m. Apr. 27, 1 p.m. & 5 p.m. $20–85. www.classiccenter.com
An Evening with Justin Furstenfeld
Morton Theatre 195 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe frontman of Blue October presents the one-man show “I Laugh At Myself” mixing storytelling with acoustic performances. 7 p.m. $41.50–101.50. www.mortontheatre.com
Will Slater and the 53, Cam Smith and the Lawless, Jericho
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $10 (adv.), $15. www.40watt.com
WILL SLATER AND THE 53 Honesty paired with melodic sounds.
CAM SMITH AND THE LAWLESS High-energy Southern rock and country band based in Athens that blends the grit of classic rock with the soul of country music.
JERICHO Athens indie rock.
hey, nothing; Well Kept
Georgia Theatre 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $20. www.georgiatheatre.com
HEY, NOTHING Atlanta folk rock duo that began working together in high school.
WELL KEPT Athens alternative rock band led by Tommy Trautwein that combines modern indie and classic emo.
University of Georgia Symphony Orchestra and Combined Choirs
Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall 230 River Rd., Athens, GA, United States7:30 p.m. $3 (w/ UGA ID), $20. music.uga.edu
UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA AND COMBINED CHOIRS The Symphony Orchestra, Hodgson Singers, University Chorus and Men’s and Women’s Glee Clubs will perform Symphony No. 2 in C minor by Gustav Mahler.
Fever/Dream
Forestry Building 2 180 E Green St., Athens, United StatesArs Gratia Artis presents a play comically skewering the dark realities of corporate America and the never-ending chains of capitalism. Apr. 24 & 26–27, 7:30 p.m. $10. sites.google.com/view/arsgratiaartistheatre
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.
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.
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.
Transition Fair
Clarke County School District 595 Prince Ave, Athens, GA, United StatesConnect with local community agencies and providers to learn about opportunities and resources for people of all disabilities. 9 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! [email protected]
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
