Calendar Picks
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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Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States
9 p.m. (doors). $12. www.instagram.com/flickertheatre
DEAD HAND A well-oiled metal machine of a band.
DEAD REGISTER Gloomy post-doom dual bass band influenced by goth, industrial and post-punk.
DEAD VIBES ENSEMBLE Athens sludge metal duo fueled by whiskey and loud amps.
Milonga Tropical Fall 2023
Rialto Club 500 College Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThe event features tango lessons, live dance performances by various groups and an open floor for social dancing. 6:30–9:30 p.m. FREE! franklin.uga.edu
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
Gorgeous George’s Improv League
Buvez 585 Barber Street Suite A, Athens, GA, United StatesTownie improv that invites you to bring suggestions to help create improv magic. Every Wednesday, 7 p.m. $5 suggested donation. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
Bad Dog Trivia
Amici at The Falls 8851 Macon Hwy Suite 501, Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Wednesdays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
Lavender Lens Movie Night
ATHICA 675 Pulaski St., Athens, GA, United StatesThis series presents queer and diverse films in a safe space. This week’s screening is Paris is Burning by Jennie Livington. 7 p.m. FREE! www.athica.org/updates/lavenderlens
Blood Everywhere
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesScreening of the 1972 thriller/mystery film The Crimes of the Black Cat. 7 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/bloodeverywhere.athens
Word of Mouth
The Globe 199 N Lumpkin St, AthensAthens’ longest-running spoken word open mic, with this month’s featured reader being Amanda Dzimianski. 7–9 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/athenswordofmouth
Music Bingo
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesWin prizes at this music bingo night with host Mari. 7–9:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Tortoise, Rich Ruth
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors). $26. www.40watt.com
TORTOISE Formed in 1990, this Chicago post-rock band incorporates krautrock, dub, electronica and jazz into its sound.
RICH RUTH Veteran Nashville musician Michael Ruth combines droning synthesizer movements with spur-of-the-moment improvisation.
Mariachi Sol de México de José Hernández
Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall 230 River Rd., Athens, GA, United States7:30 p.m. $30–65. pac.uga.edu
MARIACHI SOL DE MÉXICO DE JOSÉ HERNÁNDEZ Grammy Award-nominated ensemble performing unique renditions of classical, pop, jazz, swing and Broadway tunes in celebration of Día de los Muertos.
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.
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. 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; Wednesdays at 6 p.m. www.athenspetanque.org
Nia Classes
RxGym 195 Miles Street Athens, Athens, GA, United StatesMindful movement for body and soul, adaptable for all ages and fitness levels. Mondays and Thursdays, 10 a.m. $15–20. [email protected]
Diamond Hill Farm Stand
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesVegetables and fresh flowers are available on hand and pre-ordered. Every Thursday, 4–6 p.m. www.diamondhillfarmathens.com
Paws Unchained Fundraiser
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesGet holiday pet portraits taken by Courtney Bryson, along with a percentage night to benefit Paws Unchained. 4–9 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
Willson Center Distinguished Lecturer
265 Park Hall 200 Baldwin Street, Athens, GA, United StatesDr. Shringarpure, author of Publishing at a Crossroads: Notes on the “D” word, will provide commentary on contemporary publishing culture. 4:30–6 p.m. FREE! english.uga.edu
Opening Reception
Hawthorne House 1075 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesDuring this evening cocktail soirée, Margie Spalding’s artwork will be on display celebrating the gallery’s 20th anniversary. 5–8 p.m. FREE! www.hawthornehouseinc.com
Teen Dungeons & Dragons
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesVolunteer-led gaming session for teens of all skill levels. Grades 6–12. 6–7 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Georgia Writers Hall of Fame
Richard B. Russell Special Collections Library 300 S. Hull St., Athens, GA, United StatesPart of the University’s Signature Lecture series, poet Percival Everett will read from his work and participate in an audience Q&A with a reception to follow. RSVP by email. 6 p.m. FREE! [email protected]
Thursday Trivia
Johnny's New York Style Pizza 1040 Gaines School Rd Suite 219, Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Jon Head. 6:30 p.m. www.johnnyspizza.com
Ladies Night Out
Boutier Winery & Inn 4506 Hudson River Church Road, Danielsville, GA, United StatesEnjoy a night of dancing with wine, beer and a buffet. First Thursdays, 6:30–9:30 p.m. $20. www.boutierwinery.com
Oconee Rivers Audubon Society
Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesDavid Tilson will speak about his experiences researching secretive marshbirds. 7–8 p.m. FREE! www.oconeeriversaudubon.org
