Calendar Picks
Athens Film Festival | Thursday, August 14 @ 5:00 pm | Downtown Athens
Athens Film Festival Downtown Athens
Close Knobs, Annie Leeth | Thursday, August 14 @ 8:00 pm | Flicker Theatre & Bar
Close Knobs, Annie ... Flicker Theatre & Bar
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
Tour At Two
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesThese drop-in public tours feature highlights of the permanent collection. 2 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
Suggestions for the Beginning Writer
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesLearn how to get started, improve your writing skills and more. 5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
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
Multiple Defense Class
Multiple Choices Center for Independent Living 145 Barrington Drive, Athens, United StatesLearn a variety of defense moves that apply to the most common attacks. 5:30 p.m. FREE! www.multiplechoices.us
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
Teen Game Night
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesDrop in to hang out and play a variety of games. Grades 6–12. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Trivia Night
Hotel Indigo 500 College Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge. Wednesdays, 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.indigoathens.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
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.
Paint & Sip Island Sunrise
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesLocal artist Robin Moore teaches a step-by-step painting process. All supplies included. Registration required. 7 p.m. $40. 470-299-6305
Ghastly Horror Society
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesScreening of the DIY horror film Meat Machine. 7 p.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreandbar.com
Meat Machine
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesScreening of the 2024 comedy with a Zoom Q&A with director Jeffrey Garcia. 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.
Leanne Morgan
Akins Ford Arena 300 N Thomas St., Athens, United StatesComedian leaning into her Southern charm on her “Just Getting Started” tour. 6 p.m. (doors), 7 p.m. (show). $49–170. www.classiccenter.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.
Anthony Family, Pixi3punch, Crybaby
Buvez 585 Barber Street Suite A, Athens, GA, United States7:30 p.m. $15. www.instagram.com/buvez_athens
ANTHONY FAMILY Anthony Anzaldo of Ceremony's '80s pop-inspired solo project.
PIXI3PUNCH Electronic project of Alex Chesna.
CRYBABY New Athens band led by Assata.
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
Hendershot’s Comedy
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesEnjoy a lineup featuring comics from Athens and Atlanta as well as newcomers. Hosted by Noell Appling. Third Wednesdays, 8 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.com
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.
Toddler Thursday
OCAF 34 School St., Watkinsville, GA, United StatesDrop in for grab-and-go crafting, storytime or to look at art. Ages 2–5. 10 a.m. FREE! (members), $5 (non-members). www.ocaf.com
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
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
Ribbon Cutting & Grand Opening
The Renewal Method MedSpa 1500 Oglethorpe Avenue, Athens, GACelebrate the business’ official opening with a ribbon cutting, raffles, product sampling, tours and more. 11 a.m.–1 p.m. www.therenewalmethod.com
Virtual Career Fair
Online GA, United StatesLearn more about career opportunities through virtual company booths. 1–5 p.m. FREE! www.multiplechoices.us
Read to Rover
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesDrop in to read a story to certified therapy dog Maisy Jane. Ages 4 & up. 4 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Bishop Farmers Market
Bishop Baptist Church 1110 Old Bishop Road, Bishop, United StatesVendors offer baked goods, artisanal goods, snacks and home goods. Thursdays, 4–7 p.m. www.townofbishop.org
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
The Green Flash
Ciné Athens, GA, United StatesScreening of the original documentary about a Florida smuggler followed by a Q&A with filmmakers. 5 p.m. $15. www.athenscine.com
Artist Talk
Lyndon House Arts Center 211 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesVictoria Dugger will discuss her exhibition “Peach Fuzz” and release limited-edition prints. 5:30 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/lyndonhouse
Daring to be Modern
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesRobyn Asleson, curator of prints and drawings at the Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery, will discuss the “Brilliant Exiles” exhibition. 5:30 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
Third Thursday Happy Hour
Marigold Auditorium for Arts and Culture 373 N. Church St., WintervilleThe art gallery will be open with beverages, snacks, games and more happening on the lawn. 5:30–7:30 p.m. FREE! www.wintervillecenter.com
Teen Studio: Slay in Overlay
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesExplore the galleries and make art inspired by the exhibition “Brilliant Exiles.” Ages 13–18. Email to RSVP. 5:30–8 p.m. FREE! [email protected]
Yoga in the Galleries
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy a yoga class in the art galleries led by instructors from Five Points Yoga. Open to all skill levels. First come, first served. 6 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
Teens Dungeons & Dragons
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesJoin the volunteer led role-playing adventure where you can fight dragons, join an army, go on a quest in distant lands and more. 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
Athentic Book Club
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesDiscuss The Invisible Life of Addie Larue by V.E. Schwab with the group. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.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
Open Studio
Chase Park Warehouse, Unit 4, Suite #10 160 Tracy St. Unit 4 Suite 10, Athens, United StatesArtist Christina Habibi’s work will be on view. 6–9 p.m. FREE! www.habibiart.com
Open Mic
Marigold Auditorium for Arts and Culture 373 N. Church St., Winterville6 p.m. www.instagram.com/marigoldauditoriumwinterville
OPEN MIC Adam Poulin, MK Barnes and Joe Willey lead an open mic on third Thursdays. Sing a song, tell a story or read a poem.
Opening Reception
tiny ATH gallery 174 Cleveland Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThe group exhibition “Cloth: Untied & United” featuring non-traditional textile works will be on view, with music by the tiny band. 6–9 p.m. FREE! www.tinyathgallery.com
Athens Improv Festival
Flying Squid Comedy 150 Fritz Mar Lane, Athens, GA, United StatesThe third annual festival spans three days, with events featuring local and regional improvisers and comedians. Aug. 21–23, 6–11 p.m. $20 (day pass), $50 (weekend pass). www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
The Georgia Music Collections Tour
Akins Ford Arena 300 N Thomas St., Athens, United StatesTake a tour through Georgia musical history with a curator-led event for Third Thursday. 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.classiccenter.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
Monthly Movie Improv
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesImprov group Take This! will perform an abridged version of movie favorites. 7 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
Them Dirty Roses, Jameson Tank
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $18. www.40watt.com
THEM DIRTY ROSES Charismatic Southern rock band from Alabama.
JAMESON TANK High-energy alternative rock band fronted by Jameson Tankersley.