Calendar Picks
AOC Twilight Criterium | Saturday, April 26 @ 6:30 am | Downtown Athens
AOC Twilight Criterium Downtown Athens
Madison Fest | Saturday, April 26 @ 10:00 am | Madison Town Park
Madison Fest Madison Town Park
Dawgstock | Sunday, April 27 @ 12:00 pm | The Foundry
Dawgstock The Foundry
Julien Baker & TORRES | Monday, April 28 @ 7:00 pm | Georgia Theatre
Julien Baker &... Georgia Theatre
Nihilist Cheerleader, The Sporrs, Funerol
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. (doors). $10. www.flickertheatre.com
NIHILIST CHEERLEADER Raw riot grrrl-inspired punk that's a pitch-perfect blend of snotty and sunny, earnest and sardonic.
THE SPORRS Garage rock band with an energetic alt-rock sound and a drop of punk.
FUNEROL Garage rock and roll band from Los Angeles with soul and a classic yet original rock feel.
DJ Nate from Wuxtry
The Roadhouse 137 N Lumpkin St, Athens, GA, United StatesBike Night. 9 p.m.–12 a.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/RoadhouseDive
DJ NATE FROM WUXTRY DJ spinning an all-vinyl set of dirty blues, raw soul, classic metal and nasty rock and roll.
Classic City Pétanque Club
Lay Park 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GANew players welcome. Scheduled days are Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays at 10 a.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]
Planet Earth Rocks and Crystals Warehouse Sale
Planet Earth Rocks and Crystals 135 Mill Center Blvd., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse over 6,000 square feet of crystals and rock specimens. Oct. 12–13, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Oct. 14, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/planetearthrocksandcrystals
Creative Aging Seated Yoga
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesThis class will include restorative stretching, deep breathing and mindfulness. All levels welcome. RSVP by email. 10:30 a.m. FREE! [email protected]
Gallery Talk: “Modernist Women Poets in the South”
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesSarah Harrell will give a talk on poetry that developed synchronously with visual art in the South. 2 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
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
Native Plant Sale
State Botanical Garden of Georgia 2450 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse plants for sale, and experts will answer questions about incorporating native plants into every space. Oct. 5–6 & 12–13, 4–6 p.m. Oct. 7 & 14, 9 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! botgarden.uga.edu
Opening Reception
Lamar Dodd School of Art 270 River Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesLamar Dodd School of Art presents three graduate student curated exhibits “In-between,” “Insect Politics” and “a body of hours.” 5–7 p.m. FREE! art.uga.edu
Lines and Wines
Tapped Athens Wine Market 297 Prince Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn to use various calligraphy tools and methods while enjoying a selection of wines on tap. Registration required. Every second Thursday, 6–7:30 p.m. $25 (workshop only). www.kaartist.com
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
To Kill A Mockingbird
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesThis week’s film is part of a series presented in conjunction with the exhibition “Southern/Modern.” Registration required. 7 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
Athens Community Chorus
Rabbit Hole Studios 1001 Winterville Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesCommunity chorus dedicated to providing space for community-led singing. Second and fourth Thursdays, 7 p.m. FREE! ringunn6.wixsite.com/athcommunitychorus
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
Horror Movie Themed Trivia
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your horror movie trivia knowledge with host Erin. 7 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Devon Flaherty, Athens Middle East Orchestra, John Fernandes
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesAttaboy Tapes Presents. 7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $10. www.flickertheatre.com
DEVON FLAHERTY NC-based old-time banjo player plays tunes in the style of Wade Ward, Uncle Dave Macon and more.
ATHENS MIDDLE EAST ORCHESTRA Athens very own Middle Eastern inspired outfit that focuses on the musical culture of Egypt, Turkey, Israel, Syria and more.
JOHN FERNANDES Local Elephant 6 stalwart and multi-instrumentalist works his improvisational magic on the clarinet and loop pedal.
Isata Kanneh-Mason
Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall 230 River Rd., Athens, GA, United States7:30 p.m. (show). FREE! (tickets required). pac.uga.edu
ISATA KANNEH-MASON British pianist inaugurating the Performing Arts Center’s new Hamburg Steinway D piano. Tonight's program includes music by Haydn, Fanny Mendelssohn, Robert Schumann and Chopin.
Open Improv Jam
work.shop 160 Winston Dr. #9, Athens, GA, United StatesAn improv comedy practice open to the community. 8–9:30 p.m. Donations encouraged. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
The Rocky Horror Picture Show
The Classic Center 300 N. Thomas St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe cult classic is celebrating its 48th anniversary with a performance, costume contest, memorabilia display and more. 8 p.m. $28.50–57.50. www.classiccenter.com
Comedy In the Cellar
Onward Reserve 146 East Clayton Street, Athens, GA, United StatesAthens Comedy presents a monthly show with a variety of comedians; this night features both standup and improv. 8–10:30 p.m. $5–15. www.facebook.com/athenscomedy
Kimberly Morgan York
Nowhere Bar 240 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States9:30 p.m. $10. www.facebook.com/NowhereBarAthens
KIMBERLY MORGAN YORK Alt-country singer-songwriter who writes songs with conviction and honesty. EP release show!
Bursters, Data Unknown, Delta 8
The World Famous 351 N Hull St., Athens, GA, United States10 p.m. $5 suggested donation. www.facebook.com/theworldfamousathens
BURSTERS Athens-based local punk theologian outfit.
DATA UNKNOWN Dada spit kissed garage-punk group based out of Indianapolis.
DELTA 8 Too many vape shops.
Downgrade, Johnny Falloon, Team Deathmatch
Ciné Athens, GA, United States9 p.m. (doors), 10 p.m. (show). $12. www.athenscine.com
DOWNGRADE Five-piece punk outfit channeling high energy for a chaotic, head-banging experience.
JOHNNY FALLOON Deranged local band with hard-hitting songs and complex theatrics.
TEAM DEATHMATCH Roaring punk-rock group delivering an organ-shaking hardcore sound.
Planet Earth Rocks and Crystals Warehouse Sale
Planet Earth Rocks and Crystals 135 Mill Center Blvd., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse over 6,000 square feet of crystals and rock specimens. Oct. 12–13, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Oct. 14, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/planetearthrocksandcrystals
Meet & Play
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesDrop in for facilitated open play with age-appropriate toys. Best for ages 6 & under. Every Friday, 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Death & Mourning in the Willington Presbyterian Churchyard
Online: Historic Athens Welcome CenterOnline presentation of early 19th century death and mourning customs via Facebook and Instagram. 1 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/athenswelcomecenter
DJ Lil Swint
Odum School of Ecology 140 E. Green St., Athens, GAToast to the Coast. 3–6 p.m. $50 (no alcohol), $100. www.ecology.uga.edu/alumni/toast-2-the-coast
DJ LIL SWINT John Swint deejays a special outdoor event featuring Georgia-sourced food and beverages.
Native Plant Sale
State Botanical Garden of Georgia 2450 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse plants for sale, and experts will answer questions about incorporating native plants into every space. Oct. 5–6 & 12–13, 4–6 p.m. Oct. 7 & 14, 9 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! botgarden.uga.edu
Friday Frights Film
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesDrop in to view this week’s horror film The Mummy (1932) and enjoy free popcorn. Ages 14 & up. Fridays, 4:30–6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Porchfest 2023 Kick-Off
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesPick up your pre-ordered Porchfest merch, celebrate the book release of Tomorrow and Tomorrow, play Athens history trivia and grab food from Homy’s Kitchen. 5–9:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Celebrate Recovery Free Dinner
Living Hope Church 2150 Lexington Rd., Athens, United StatesChrist-centered 12-step program to help anyone with heart hurt, hang-up or habit. Free childcare, and bus route accessible. 5:30 p.m. (dinner), 6:30 p.m. (large group). FREE! 706-207-2396
Scary Oozy Slimy Day
Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn about animals and other nature finds through games, activities and live animal encounters. All ages. Registration required. 6–8 p.m. $3 (ACC residents), $5 (non-residents). www.accgovga.myrec.com
Sake to Me Sushi
Athens Cooks 100 Prince Ave. Suite #103, Athens, GA, United StatesChef Hunter will guide participants through the process of making a variety of sushi rolls. 6 p.m. $100. www.athenscooks.com
The Frigg
Live Wire 227 W Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United States6 p.m. $10 (adv.), $20. www.livewireathens.com
THE FRIGG Encompass Entertainment presents music by DJ B-Riel, DJ Sublime, Trvy, Saving Salem, Mike Wesson, Wyatt Patton, Tillman, 1Dad0Kids, TyTylerTy, ¢larke ¢ounty, TRexx the Tyrant, Hakimi, TBH, Ferg Berserk, Jack23, Mula Meech, Molly Tu Hott and K!D.
Candyman (2021)
Morton Theatre 195 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesScreening of the sequel to the 1992 horror film, returning the viewer to where the urban legend began. Concessions available. 7 p.m. FREE! www.mortontheatre.com
Live Music Ecstatic Dance
Healing Arts Centre 834 Prince Ave,, Athens, GA, United StatesLive Music Ecstatic Dance. 7 p.m. $25 (adv.), $30. www.healingartscentre.net
CORNFLOWER Vocalist, beatboxer and live-looper improvising a soul-activating, authentic movement dance experience.
Laney Jones
Georgia Theatre Rooftop 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors). FREE! www.georgiatheatre.com
LANEY JONES An artist utilizing velveteen vocals on rich and elegant indie-alternative songs that ebb and flow.
The Funk Brotherhood
The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). bit.ly/FunkBrotherhood10th
THE FUNK BROTHERHOOD Local party band performs a nonstop dance party featuring horn-driven hits. 10th anniversary concert!
Colin Strough
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors). $27. www.40watt.com
COLIN STROUGH Soft, classic country-folk artist who performed on "American Idol."
Zombie Farms
Zombie Farms 568 Smithonia Rd, Winterville, GA, United StatesHaunted 3/4 mile trail through dark and spooky woods filled with scary monsters and creepy characters. 7:30 p.m. $33–40. www.zombiefarms.com
Don’t Lie To Me!
Work.Shop 160 Winston Dr #9, Athens, GA, United StatesComedians will tell grand tales then compete to judge whose stories are fact or fiction. 8 p.m. $10. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
Riggings, Skylar Gudasz
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. (doors). $10. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
RIGGINGS Durham, NC songwriter Alex Riggs, who produces experimental folk songs with a soft edge.
SKYLAR GUDASZ Dreamy, experimental indie artist with sizzling elements of psychedelic pop.
The Lone Bellow, Leah Blevins
Georgia Theatre 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $30. www.georgiatheatre.com
THE LONE BELLOW Magnetic folk-pop trio whose earthy, joint harmonies shake the rafters with its honest sound.
LEAH BELVINS Artist from Nashville who mixes vintage country with a dash of graceful gospel.
The Wild Jordon Tonk-Cats, Cicada Rhythm, Rick Fowler Band, Dana Downs
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesRock the Quarry. 8 p.m. $15. www.hendershotsathens.com
THE WILD JORDON TONK-CATS An all-star group of local veteran musicians perform danceable, soulful covers and originals.
CICADA RHYTHM Captivating Athens duo playing melodic, roots-influenced folk-rock.
RICK FOWLER Original, guitar-driven local blues-rock.
DANA DOWNS Member of DDAENG! and Cosmo Jr.
Shocktoberfest
Southern Brewing Co. 231 Collins Industrial Blvd., Athens, GA, United StatesThe Ciné Drive-In presents a month of horror favorites on the big screen, featuring Friday the 13th this night. 8 p.m. (gates), 9 p.m. (film). $10. www.athenscine.com/shocktoberfest-2023
The Grawks, Hatch, Freeman Leverett
Nowhere Bar 240 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. $10. www.facebook.com/NowhereBarAthens
THE GRAWKS Punk and garage-inspired local rock and roll band.
HATCH Athens-based garage rock band founded by Garett Hatch. Celebrating the release of The Remover!
CAULFIELD Athens hip-hop veteran who pushes the confines of modern rap with his forward-thinking topics and edgy style.
FREEMAN LEVERETT Dreamy, hypnotic and danceable songs with thoughtful lyrics and cosmopolitan influences.
