Calendar Picks
Classic City American Music Festival | Saturday, July 5 @ 1:30 pm | The Foundry
Classic City Americ... The Foundry
OLLI Summer Film Festival | Tuesday, July 8 @ 1:30 pm | Ciné
OLLI Summer Film Fe... Ciné
Wes Parker, Honeyknife, Your Ex’s Pets | Wednesday, July 9 @ 7:00 pm | Ciné
Wes Parker, Honeykn... Ciné
STRFKR, Valgur, happy sad face
Georgia Theatre 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $25–30. www.georgiatheatre.com
STRFKR Indie electronic band that began as the solo project of Joshua Hodges in 2007.
VALGUR Psychedelic-pop band hailing from the town of Juchitán de Zaragoza in Oaxaca, Mexico.
HAPPY SAD FACE Psychedelic pop from Joshua Tree, CA.
Trivia Night
B&B Theatres 1570 Lexington Rd, Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge on a variety of topics. 7:30 p.m. FREE! www.bbtheatres.com
Wind Symphony, Symphonic Band
Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall 230 River Rd., Athens, GA, United States7:30 p.m. FREE! music.uga.edu
WIND SYMPHONY Performing the finest standard and new repertoire for wind band.
SYMPHONIC BAND Experienced undergraduate music majors, minors and non-majors from across campus play classic band repertoire and new music.
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
Murder on the Orient Express
UGA Fine Arts Theatre 255 Baldwin St., Athens, GA, United StatesSstage adaptation of the classic Agatha Christie novel about murder and intrigue on opulent passenger train. Apr. 10–12 & 16–19, 8 p.m. Apr. 13, 2 p.m. $6–18. www.ugatheatre.com
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
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.
Erik Olson, Louis Ramanos
Nowhere Bar 240 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States9 p.m. www.instagram.com/nowherebarathensga
ERIK OLSON Pianist known for his work in jazz-infused trios and quartets, as well as his recently-formed band, Erik Olson's Slam Tilt.
LOUIS RAMANOS Composer playing playful, rhythmically driven music spanning jazz, funk and soul.
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.
Family Fun Day
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesJoin the Friends of the Library as they kick off the Summer Reading Program with a face painting, petting zoo, art projects and more. 10 a.m.–1 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
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
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
Spring Plant Sale
State Botanical Garden of Georgia 2450 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse plants for sale and get advice from staff and master gardeners, with proceeds benefitting the horticulture and conservation departments. Thursday is a preview sale (for members only). Apr. 17–18, 2–6 p.m. Apr. 19, 8 a.m.–2 p.m. botgarden.uga.edu
Savor the State
The Classic Center 300 N. Thomas St., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse products from a variety of Georgia small businesses, meet the Flavor of Georgia Finalists and more. 2–6 p.m. $10 (students), $20 (general admission), FREE! (12 & under). flavorofgeorgia.caes.uga.edu
Read to Rover
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesDrop in to read a story to Maisy Jane and her furry friends. Ages 4 & up. 4–5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Open Studio
BMA At Home 1354 S Milledge Ave, Athens, GA, United StatesDrop in to chat with staff, enjoy cocktails and view art on display by Stewart McDonald, Ansley Perno, Hannah Betzel, Natalie French, Seanne Woodall and Elaine Burge. 5–7 p.m. www.bmaathome.com
Family Fun Festival
Georgia Square Mall 3700 Atlanta Hwy., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy rides, games, prizes and food. Apr. 11 & 18, 5–11 p.m. Apr. 12 & 19, 1–11 p.m. Apr. 13 & 20, 1–10 p.m. Apr. 14–17, 5–10 p.m. FREE! $30 unlimited ride wristband. www.georgiasquaremall.com
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
The Role of the Academic Museum
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesJamaal B. Sheats will discuss the power of art to transform institutions, inspire scholarship and build community. 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: Big and Bold
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesExplore the galleries and make art inspired by large-scale paintings from the permanent collection. 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
Video Editing with Adobe Premiere Pro
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn the basics of videos editing using Adobe Premiere. 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
Poetry in the Gallery
ATHICA 675 Pulaski St., Athens, GA, United StatesPoet Hawkes Corbett hosts an event mic for participants to read their own works or works by other poets. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athica.org
Teen Dungeons & Dragons
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesCreate a level 5 character or show up early to make one before joining in the adventure. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
The Reverend Conner Tribble
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United States6–8:30 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
THE REVEREND CONNER TRIBBLE Old-fashioned rock and roll with a sprinkle of good-humored irreverence.
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 with guest artist Lisa Freeman. 6–9 p.m. FREE! www.habibiart.com
Opening Reception
tiny ATH gallery 174 Cleveland Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesWorks by Annie Sears will be on view, like a domestic sewing machine turned into a pencil and paintbrush. 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
Mamma Mia!
Clarke Central High School 350 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesCedar Shoals and Clarke Central high schools present a production of the classic musical that’s set on a Greek island. Apr. 17–18, 7 p.m. Apr. 19, 2 p.m. $5 (students), $10 (general admission). www.clarke.k12.ga.us/clarkecentral
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
Sci-Fi Trivia
Buvez 585 Barber Street Suite A, Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia skills with host UnPhiltered. 7 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/buvez_athens
Brandon Alexander
Georgia Theatre Rooftop 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. FREE! www.georgiatheatre.com
BRANDON ALEXANDER Musician who has previously released work under the name Wilshire.
Sweet Dreams
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesDanceFX presents dance performance featuring different styles and techniques. 7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $10. www.40watt.com
flipturn, Gatlin
Georgia Theatre 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). SOLD OUT! www.georgiatheatre.com
FLIPTURN Indie-rock band from Fernandina Beach, FL known for their energetic live shows.
GATLIN Musician from Orlando, FL also known for her work in indie band Sadie Hawkins who combines mellow, comforting alt-folk with pop.
Thursday Scholarship Series: Music and Dance
Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall 230 River Rd., Athens, GA, United States7:30 p.m. $3 (w/ UGA ID), $20. music.uga.edu
MUSIC AND DANCE ARCO Chamber Orchestra and the UGA Dance Ensemble, directed Levon Ambartsumian and Lisa Fusillo respectively, collaborate to create an evening highlighting the intricate relationship between music and dance, featuring music by Telemann, Tchaikovsky, Grieg, Piazzolla, Schnittke and Khachaturian.
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.
Murder on the Orient Express
UGA Fine Arts Theatre 255 Baldwin St., Athens, GA, United StatesSstage adaptation of the classic Agatha Christie novel about murder and intrigue on opulent passenger train. Apr. 10–12 & 16–19, 8 p.m. Apr. 13, 2 p.m. $6–18. www.ugatheatre.com
Emilie: La Marquise Du Châtelet Defends Her Life Tonight!
Town & Gown Players 115 Grady Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesLauren Gunderson’s experimental play tells the story of an accomplished woman lost to history. Apr. 11–12 & 17–19, 8 p.m. Apr. 13 & 20, 2 p.m. $15–20. www.townandgownplayers.org/emilie
Newport Transplant, Ozello, Clementine Was Right, Jude Brothers
Ciné Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. (doors). $10 (adv.), $15. www.athenscine.com
NEWPORT TRANSPLANT Dynamic honky-tonk band straddling punk rock and sci-fi wonder.
OZELLO A queercore band of punks from Atlanta.
CLEMENTINE WAS RIGHT The bootgaze and Western emo project of Denver-based poets Mike Young and Gion Davis.
JUDE BROTHERS Folk-derived singer-songwriter from Arkansas with a penchant for whimsy and tenderheartedness.
