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
Community Organizers Networking Meeting
AADM Justice Center and Bookstore 3700 Atlanta Hwy. (Georgia Square Mall, 1st floor), Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy breakfast with community-minded professionals and discuss how you can work together to creative a more inclusive and equitable Athens. Registration required. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.aadmovement.org
Pancakes and Pajamas with Mom
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesA Mother’s Day celebration with breakfast foods, crafts and fun photo opportunities. Registration required. 11 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
West Broad Farmers Market
Rocksprings Park Pavilion 291 Henderson Extension, Athens, GeorgiaVendors will be on site with fresh produce, local fare, rare plants, artisan goods and more. Saturdays, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! www.athenslandtrust.org/wbfm
Really, Really Free Market
Reese and Pope ParkJust like a yard sale, but everything is free. Bring what you can, take what you need. Second Saturday of every month. 12–1:30 p.m. [email protected], www.facebook.com/RRFMAthens
Cyanotype Workshop
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin artist Kristen Bach to experiment with sun-exposure printing. Register by email. 2 p.m. FREE! [email protected]
Earthday Everyday 2024
Southern Brewing Co. 231 Collins Industrial Blvd., Athens, GA, United StatesThird annual event featuring workshops, art market, and a lineup of local musicians including Cardynal, Trvy & the Enemy, The Fergusons and more. 2 p.m.–2 a.m. $20–30. www.instagram.com/afterglo222
Earthday Everyday
Southern Brewing Co. 231 Collins Industrial Blvd., Athens, GA, United StatesEarthday Everyday. 2 p.m.–2 a.m. $20–30. www.instagram.com/afterglo222
EARTHDAY EVERYDAY In addition to workshops, yoga and a market, this festival features performances by Cardynal, Trvy & the Enemy, The Fergusons, Sheesh, Izzy, Lvndnsea, CatWolf, Pinkest, Bernard, Know, Mannequin Party, Nancy Heiges, Commüne and more.
Mother’s Day Family Art
Brella Studio 855 Gaines School Rd, Suite H, Athens, GA, United StatesWork in a family pair to create a watercolor flower collage to celebrate the mother figure in your life. All ages. Registration required. 3:30 p.m. $100–140. www.brellastudio.com
Intro to Orange Wines
J's Bottle Shop Tasting Room 1452 Prince Avenue, Athens, GeorgiaLearn about and taste from a variety of orange wines. 6:30 p.m. $25. www.pintaschoolofwine.com
The Cemetery Club
The Elbert Theatre 100 S. Oliver St., Elbert, GA, United StatesThree Jewish widows navigate life, new love and the challenges of friendship in this heartfelt performance. May 10–11 & 17–18, 7 p.m. May 12 & 19, 2 p.m. $9-17. www.bigtickets.com/events/elbert-theatre
White Denim, Klark Sound
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors). $26 (adv.), $31. www.40watt.com
WHITE DENIM Eclectic rock band from Austin, TX influenced by dub, psychedelic rock, blues, punk rock, progressive rock, soul, jazz and experimental rock.
KLARK SOUND Atlanta musician with folk and prog influences.
Dirty Honey, Royale Lynn
Georgia Theatre 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $29.75 (adv.), $35. www.georgiatheatre.com
DIRTY HONEY Hard rock and blues rock band from Los Angeles.
ROYALE LYNN Nashville-based country singer-songwriter who takes inspiration from Morgan Wallen, Avril Lavigne and Nickelback.
Athens Master Chorale
Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall 230 River Rd., Athens, GA, United States7:30 p.m. $7.50 (students), $15. www.athensmasterchorale.org
ATHENS MASTER CHORALE The spring concert includes "The Lord Nelson Mass" by Haydn, "Ave Verum" by Mozart and "To St. Cecilia" by Dello Joio. This concert marks the conclusion of 59 years of choral conducting by founder Joseph S. Napoli.
Bonnie Raitt
The Classic Center 300 N. Thomas St., Athens, GA, United States7:30 p.m. $27.50–94.50. www.classiccenter.com
BONNIE RAITT Ten-time Grammy winner and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee whose signature style blends style blends blues, R&B, rock and pop.
Athens Showgirl Cabaret Drag For All
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesEnjoy a fabulous night of fun with open drag night. 7:30 p.m. (sign-ups), 8–11 p.m. $5. www.athensshowgirlcabaret.com
Clint Bussey
@local. Coffeehouse & Study Lounge 198 College Ave., Athens, GA, United States9 p.m. FREE! www.clintbussey.com
CLINT BUSSEY Solo originals and covers ranging between folk, rock and grunge.
Ides of June
Nowhere Bar 240 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States9:30 p.m. $10. www.facebook.com/NowhereBarAthens
IDES OF JUNE Atlanta-based blues rock band.
Classic City Pétanque Club
Lay Park Community Center 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesNew players welcome. Scheduled play days are Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays at 1:30 p.m. [email protected], www.athenspetanque.org
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
The Cemetery Club
The Elbert Theatre 100 S. Oliver St., Elbert, GA, United StatesThree Jewish widows navigate life, new love and the challenges of friendship in this heartfelt performance. May 10–11 & 17–18, 7 p.m. May 12 & 19, 2 p.m. $9-17. www.bigtickets.com/events/elbert-theatre
Mixed Media with Mom Workshop
K.A. Artist Shop 127 N. Jackson St., Athens, GA, United StatesLocal artist Lauren Adams will guide attendees in creating one-of-a-kind mixed media projects. 2 p.m. $35. www.kaartist.com
Athentic Bluegrass Jam
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United States2–5 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
ATHENTIC BLUEGRASS JAM Players of all skill levels are invited to participate in this open jam, which strives to unite members of the local folk music community. Every second Sunday.
Chamber Music Athens
Ramsey Hall 230 River Rd., Athens, GA, United States3 p.m. $5 (w/ UGA ID), $30. music.uga.edu
CHAMBER MUSIC ATHENS Opening its third season with a program dedicated to the history of tango, including works by Luigi Boccherini, Manuel De Falla and JP Jofre.
Tu Sei Amore: Music in My Heart
First Christian Church of Athens 268 W. Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United States4 p.m. $20 suggested donation. www.amethystbaroque.com
TU SEI AMORE: MUSIC IN MY HEART A concert held in celebration of Mother's Day.
Bad Dog Trivia
Southern Brewing Co. 231 Collins Industrial Blvd., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Sundays, 4 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
Author Talk & Book Signing
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesAthens author Randy Cox will discuss his newest book 715 at 50: The Night Henry Aaron Changed Baseball and the World Forever. p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Monday Funday
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesJoin Ms. Donna for songs, fingerplays, storytelling and STEAM activities. Ages 3–7 years. Registration suggested. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Classic City Rotary
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThe local chapter meets weekly. Mondays, 11:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Hook and Needle
Winterville Cultural Center 371 N Church St, Winterville, GA, United StatesA crafting group with a focus on creating and contributing blanket projects for Project Linus. Second Mondays, 2 p.m. FREE! www.wintervillecenter.com
Open Chess Play
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesDrop in for a game open to all skill levels with light refreshments served. Mondays, 3–5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Pen Pals Writing Group
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesMeet other writers, share your writing experiences and get feedback on your work. Second & fourth Mondays, 5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Artist Talk
Just Pho 1063 Baxter St, Athens, United StatesLocal artists Joseph Leone, Leslie Moody, Susan Pelham, Marybeth Schmeltzer and Mary Ellen Vogel will display work and discuss their processes. 5–7 p.m. FREE!
Club Ned Anime Society
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin club members to watch and discuss episodes of “Future Boy Conan,” “Samurai Champloo” and more. 6:30–8:30 p.m. FREE! www.animefandom.org
DIY: Fabric Yo-Yos
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesLearn how to hand sew fabric yo-yos and create a variety of crafts. 7 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
General Trivia with Erin
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Erin. Mondays, 7–9 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Classic City Trivia
Dooley's Bar and Grill 259 E Broad St, Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Garrett Lennox. 7 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ClassicCityTriviaCo
Bad Dog Trivia
LumberJaxe 510 N Lumpkin St, Athens, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Mondays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
Narrow Head
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors). $20. www.40watt.com
NARROW HEAD Moody and distorted rock band from Texas.
Bad Movie Night
Ciné Athens, GA, United StatesA sheik raids an Egyptian tomb to microchip the mummies and create a fleet of animatronic cyborgs in the Y2K-drenched The Mummy Theme Park. 8 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/BadMovieNight
Helen Gillet
Hendershots Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. $12 (adv.), $15. www.hendershotsathens.com
HELEN GILLET New Orleans based singer-songwriter and surrealist-archeologist live looping cello and voice.
Sake Bomb Open Mic Comedy
Cozy Bar 179 N. Jackson St., Athens, GA, United StatesWatch a variety of comedians perform new material or join in with your own standup routine. Mondays, 9 p.m. FREE! www.athenscomedy.com
Toddler Tuesday: Fun in the Sun
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy art and storytime in the galleries, then complete an art activity. Ages 18 months to 3 years. RSVP by email. 10 a.m. FREE! [email protected]
Athens Fibercraft Guild
Lyndon House Art CenterMembers will present their completed challenge projects and have the opportunity to participate in a swap meet. 12:30–2:30 p.m. FREE! www.athensfiber.org
Classic City Pétanque Club
Lay Park Community Center 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesNew players welcome. Scheduled play days are Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays at 1:30 p.m. [email protected], www.athenspetanque.org
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
