Calendar Picks
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
None More Epic | Friday, May 2 @ 8:00 pm | Canopy Studio
None More Epic Canopy Studio
UGArden Community Day | Saturday, May 3 @ 9:00 am | UGArden
UGArden Community Day UGArden
North Georgia Folk Festival Redux
The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesThis rescheduled 39th annual festival will showcase musicians and artists from around North Georgia. 5–10 p.m. $12 (adv.), $15 (kids under 12 FREE!). www.northgeorgiafolkfestival.org
Sounds of Simon & Garfunkel
Marigold Auditorium for Arts and Culture 373 N. Church St., Winterville6 p.m. (doors), 7 p.m. (show). $20. www.marigoldauditorium.com
SOUNDS OF SIMON & GARFUNKEL Jeff Jablonski and Jeff Radi harmonize to recreate the sounds of music from a bygone era.
The Deslondes, The Pink Stones, Sabine McCalla
Georgia Theatre 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $20. www.georgiatheatre.com
THE DESLONDES Gritty New Orleans-based Americana band on New West Records that blends influences of folk, blues, country and gospel.
THE PINK STONES Cosmic country band with a lighthearted, twangy charm.
SABINE MCCALLA Artist who spins stories of heartbreak and hope through intimate arrangements and honest inflections, combining elements of gospel, folk, soul, blues and Americana.
The Orange Constant
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United States7:30 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
THE ORANGE CONSTANT Vintage rock with a contemporary twist that ranges from Southern psychedelia to progressive composition.
Athens Showgirl Cabaret Drag For All
Hendershots Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy a fabulous night of open drag fun for all ages with a Kellie Divine and Jenn Sparx birthday party. 8–11 p.m. $5. www.athensshowgirlcabaret.com
Empress Mokah, Farin, DJ Nate
The Roadhouse 137 N Lumpkin St, Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. (doors), 8:30 p.m. (music). FREE! www.instagram.com/roadhouseathens
EMPRESS MOKAH Local activist who celebrates her Jamaican heritage with a modern blend of reggae and R&B featuring a killer band and backup dancers.
FARIN Athens dancehall vocalist supreme performing his own songs solo, as well as duets with Mokah.
DJ NATE Spinning an early set of ‘60s–‘70s rocksteady and reggae and a late set of dancehall classics.
Pink Pony Prom
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. $12. www.40watt.com
PINK PONY PROM Athens Pride & Queer Collective presents a Chappell Roan-themed dance party.
W8ING4UFOS, Call Letters, Burly Ivy
Buvez 585 Barber Street Suite A, Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. www.instagram.com/buvez_athens
W8ING4UFOS Multi-instrumental experimental four-piece group out of Atlanta.
CALL LETTERS Project featuring Don Chambers and George Davidson.
BURLY IVY Psych art rock band with loungy space sounds and midnight choirs featuring Jim Willingham, Bryan Poole, Dain Marx and Ryan Bousquet.
Pink Pony Prom
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesAthens Pride & Queer Collective’s annual Queer Prom hosts an all-night dance party, with a flash tattoo fundraiser at Pain & Wonder this year. 8 p.m.–12 a.m. $12. www.athenspride.org
All Gods, Verity Den, Robe
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. (doors). $10. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
ALL GODS Noise band with a post-punk backbone.
VERITY DEN Shoegaze and dream pop influenced band from Carrboro, NC.
ROBE Bryan Casey leads shoegaze-tinged songs with a cool, energetic vibe.
Normaltown Sound Machine, Wet Meadows
Ciné Athens, GA, United States8:30 p.m. (doors), 9:30 p.m. (show). $10. www.athenscine.com
NORMALTOWN SOUND MACHINE Athens quintet featuring Jamie Reynolds, Ben Spraker, Jef Whatley, Eli Truett and Phil Weed perform asymmetrical pop rock reminiscent of The Sea and Cake, The Cardigans, Herbie Hancock and LCD Soundsystem.
WET MEADOWS Local group specializing in richly orchestrated "botanical rock," where knowing the Latin or generic names of Southeastern trees, shrubs and woody vines may enrich the listening experience.
AthHalf Half Marathon
Downtown Athens AthensThe 15th annual marathon in benefit of AthFest Educates with a winding course and live music to cheer on participants. 7:30 a.m. www.athhalf.com
10th Anniversary Open House
K.A. Artist Shop 127 N. Jackson St., Athens, GA, United StatesCelebrate with new local artworks, demonstrations and giveaways. Nov. 1–3, 12–6 p.m. www.facebook.com/kaartist
Athens VHS Fest 2024
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThird annual festival celebrating analog media with vendors, tape swaps, live music, live visuals and more. 1–8 p.m. FREE! www.jokerjokertv.com
Athens VHS Fest
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United States1–8 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
ATHENS VHS FEST JOKERJOKERtv and vhs.or.die present a fest for VHS collectors, vendors and filmmakers. Featuring performances by Mr. Blank, Ilyhatt, Libbaloops, Annie Leeth, Corporal Quigg, Black Wick, Snotnoze Saleem and Bad Straples.
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
Historic Athens Heritage Walk
Contact for Location GA, United StatesLearn about the history of the Athens’ downtown district from its 19th century architecture to its influence on the international music scene. Registration required. 2 p.m. $25. www.historicathens.com
Southern Wind Quintet
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesLive at the Library. 3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
SOUTHERN WIND QUINTET Graduate chamber music ensemble that represents some of the finest instrumental musicianship on campus.
Athens Symphony
The Classic Center 300 N. Thomas St., Athens, GA, United States3 p.m. FREE! (tickets required). www.classiccenter.com
ATHENS SYMPHONY The fall concert includes Pachelbel's "Kanon," Mozart's "Overture to the Marriage of Figaro," Gershwin's "Rhapsody in Blue" and Mendelssohn's "Wedding March" from A Midsummer Night's Dream.
Free Play Improv Workshop
work.shop 160 Winston Dr. #9, Athens, GA, United StatesLearn improv and comedy acting skills with Matt House, no experience needed. Ages 16 & up. 4 p.m. FREE! [email protected]
Comedy Open Mic
MaiKai Kava Lounge 1035 Baxter St Suite A, Athens, GA, United StatesShow up and go up with your stand-up material. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/bulaatmaikai
Bad Dog Trivia
The Globe 199 N Lumpkin St, AthensTest your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Sundays, 6 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
Degreaser, Girl Porn, Ralph
Puma Yu's 355 Oneta St Suite D 400 A, Athens, GA, United States6 p.m. (doors), 7 p.m. (show). $10. www.pumayus.com
DEGREASER Atlanta linecook hardcore.
GIRL PORN For queer punks by queer punks.
RALPH New band featuring members of Pervert and Marses. First show!
Big Sauty, Cardynal
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United States8 p.m. $10. www.hendershotsathens.com
BIG SAUTY Funky band with a unique twist, incorporating jazz, funk, a little bit of rock and a touch of bluegrass.
CARDYNAL An eclectic, multi-faceted producer, instrumentalist and vocalist delivering hard-hitting, witty bars and unforgettably catchy hooks and melodies.
Sex Mex, Tabla Rosa, Trepid
The World Famous 351 N Hull St., Athens, GA, United States9 p.m. $10 suggested donation. www.facebook.com/theworldfamousathens
SEX MEX Catchy synth-punk from San Antonio with power pop, glam rock and garage rock influences.
TABLA ROSA Hard-hitting rock band with shoegaze and post-punk elements.
TREPID New local grungegaze.
Open Playtime
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesDrop in to make new friends and play with age-appropriate toys. All ages. 10:30 a.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
Fine Motor Monday
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesWork one-on-one with your child using a selection of educational items that contain small parts. Registration required. 12 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Classic City Rotary
1430 N Chase St 1430 N Chase St, Athens, GeorgiaThe local chapter meets weekly. Mondays, 11:30 a.m. FREE! www.classiccityrotary.org
UGA Jazz Ensembles
Ramsey Hall 230 River Rd., Athens, GA, United States5:30 p.m. FREE! music.uga.edu
UGA JAZZ ENSEMBLES A variety of swing, be-bop, Latin and contemporary jazz.
Athentic Movie Night
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesScreening of the LOTR: Fellowship of the Ring. 7 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
Literary Trivia
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your literary trivia knowledge with a host from Avid Bookshop. 7–9 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Queer Comedy
Gyro Wrap 114 College Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesLocal comedians perform with surprise guests. The Upstairs Bar and Comedy Club. First Mondays, 8 p.m. $7 (adv.), $10. www.instagram.com/theup_stairsbar
Malcolm Tent, Tim Holehouse, Drabs Drula
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. (doors). $10. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
MALCOLM TENT Acoustic punk rock musician known for his work in Broken Talent, Bunnybrains and Ultrabunny.
TIM HOLEHOUSE Folk, blues and experimental acoustic musician from London.
DRABS DRULA Athens acoustic musician.
Toddler Tuesday: Leaves and Trees
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]
Finding Employment Online
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesThis class will show you where to go online to find jobs and how to spruce up your resume. 10 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Pop-Up Exhibition
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesKatelyn Stauffer’s POLS 1101 (American Government) class curated an exhibition that focuses on the dark and light side of politics. Nov. 5–6, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Nov. 7, 10 a.m.–9 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
Bogart Bookies
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesPick up a copy of Ordinary Grace by William Kent Krueger and discuss it with the group. 1–2 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
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
UGA Jazz Combos
Hugh Hodgson School of Music 250 River Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesEdge Concert Hall. 2:20 p.m. FREE! music.uga.edu
UGA JAZZ COMBOS Music and non-music majors performing American standards, jazz standards, Latin jazz and contemporary commercial compositions.
Crafternoon
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesDrop in for a craft or two. Supplies Provided. All ages. Tuesdays, 3:30–5:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Bulldog Brass Society
Ramsey Hall 230 River Rd., Athens, GA, United States5:30 p.m. FREE! music.uga.edu
BULLDOG BRASS SOCIETY UGA’s premiere graduate brass quintet.
Classic City Trivia
Akademia Brewing Co. 150 Crane Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Garrett Lennox. 7 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ClassicCityTriviaCo
Bad Dog Trivia
Eddie's Calzones 227 E Clayton Street, Athens, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Tuesdays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
