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
Bad Dog Trivia
Amici Athens 233 E Clayton St, Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Tuesdays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
Open Mic Night!
Rabbit Hole Studios 1001 Winterville Rd., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/whiterabbitproductionsllc/events
OPEN MIC NIGHT! Night of community with fellow musicians around Athens!
Del Water Gap, Kristiane
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors). $23. www.40watt.com
DEL WATER GAP Solo project of Brooklyn-based singer-songwriter and producer S. Holden Jaffe.
KRISTIANE Pop songwriter from Los Angeles.
Brandon Quarles
Hugh Hodgson School of Music 250 River Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesFaculty Chamber Recital in Edge Hall. 7:30 p.m. music.uga.edu
BRANDON QUARLES Saxophonist, songwriter, improvisor, educator and founding member of the Chicago-based saxophone quartet ~Nois.
Athens Rock and Gem Club
Holy Cross Lutheran Church 800 West Lake Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesThe meeting begins with club business followed by an educational program, this month presenting on collecting in Colorado. 7:30 p.m. FREE! www.athensrockandgemclub.org
Love in Exile
Ramsey Hall 230 River Rd., Athens, GA, United States7:30 p.m. $40. pac.uga.edu
LOVE IN EXILE Singer Arooj Aftab, the first Pakistani artist to win a Grammy, will be joined by pianist Vijay Iyer and bassist Shazad Ismaily to perform selections from Love in Exile, an album of haunting soundscapes.
Karaoke with the King
Ciné Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. FREE! www.athenscine.com
KARAOKE WITH THE KING Show off your pipes to the world. Every first, third and fifth Tuesday.
Coyote Island, Certainly So
Nowhere Bar 240 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $15. bit.ly/NowhereBarOct17
COYOTE ISLAND A fresh folk outfit that blends reggae and pop with world music influences .
CERTAINLY SO Birmingham, AL-based indie band that draws inspiration from many genres and eras.
Open Toad Comedy Night
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesComedy performed by a mix of newcomers and local favorites from Athens and Atlanta. 9 p.m. (doors). $7. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
Academy Order, Beer Piss, Psychic Death
The World Famous 351 N Hull St., Athens, GA, United States10 p.m. $8 suggested donation. www.facebook.com/theworldfamousathens
ACADEMY ORDER Philadelphia group blending goth, death rock, new wave and hints of hardcore.
BEER PISS Athens hardcore punk group.
PSYCHIC DEATH Dark no wave goth-punk group with elements of psych and shoegaze.
Pre-School Storytime
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin Miss Keir for stories, songs, movement and more. Ages 3–5. 9:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Busy Bee Toddler Time
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesJoin Ms. Donna for rhymes, songs, puppets and a story. 10 a.m. & 11 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
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
LEGO & Builder’s Club
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesDrop in to use LEGOs and other building materials. All ages. 3:30–5:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Athens Farmers Market
Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, GeorgiaMarkets offer fresh produce, flowers, eggs, meats, prepared foods, art and crafts. Live music at 6 p.m. AFM doubles SNAP dollars. Every Wednesday, 5–8 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net
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
Spooky Crafts
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesMake jack-o’-lantern jars and paint haunted doll heads. Grades 6–12. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Club Ned Anime Society
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin club members to watch and discuss episodes of “Future Boy Conan,” “Crossing Time” and more. 6:30–8:30 p.m. FREE! www.animefandom.org
Athens Reparations Action
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn about Athens Reparations Action’s mission to promote recognition of the financial impact of urban renewal and other racist policies. 7–9 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
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
Whiskies of the Anglosphere
J's Bottle Shop 1452 Prince Avenue, AthensExperience the rich and diverse flavors of whiskey from England, New Zealand and Australia by sampling. 7–9 p.m. $25. www.eventbrite.com/cc/whiskies-of-the-world-2578279
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 Go Fish by Rose Troche. 7 p.m. FREE! www.athica.org/updates/lavenderlens
Bloody Muscle Body Builder in Hell
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesScreening of the 1995 Japanese horror film. 7 p.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreandbar.com
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
Patton Oswalt
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe 20-year veteran stand-up comedian and actor brings his tour Effervescent! to Athens. 7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). SOLD OUT! www.40watt.com
Faculty Chamber Recital
Ramsey Hall 230 River Rd., Athens, GA, United States7:30 p.m. music.uga.edu
FACULTY CHAMBER RECITAL Featuring special guest Lorenz Gamma on violin, tonight's program consists of faculty members playing selections by Florence Price, Igor Stravinsky and W.A. Mozart.
Steffen Thomas: Rock & Chisel
Ciné Athens, GA, United StatesThis documentary screening will be followed by a Q&A with director Jesse Stephen Freeman and Lisa Thomas Conner, Thomas‘ daughter. 7:45 p.m. FREE! www.athenscine.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. Every third Wednesday, 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.
Vampire Campfire
Enjoy food, a haunted craft market, live music, costumes, a beer release and more. 5–10 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Flavors of Fall Festival
Farmview Market 2610 Eatonton Rd., Madison, GA, United StatesAn annual event celebrating fall flavors featuring a DIY caramel apple station, lawn games, a petting zoo, face painting, live music and more. 9 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! www.farmviewmarket.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; 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]
Athens Reads Together Storytime
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin Miss Rebecca for stories and songs with special guest ACC Commissioner Carol Myers. All ages. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Read to Rover
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesReading aloud to a dog helps children develop their reading skills and build confidence. Ages 4 & up. 4–5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Kids Book Club
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesChat about this month’s book Nevermoor: The Trials of Morrigan Crow by Jessica Townsend, make crafts and share snacks. Ages 8–11. 4 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.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
Halloween Art Reception
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesHang out with the many spooky artists whose work is on display for the month. 4–7 p.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreandbar.com
Trunk or Treat
Athens YMCA 915 Hawthorne Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesDress up and trick-or-treat around the parking lot. 5–7 p.m. FREE! www.multiplechoices.us
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. Attend in person (first come, first served) or via Zoom. 6 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
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
Closing Reception
tiny ATH gallery 174 Cleveland Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesPainter Will Eskridge’s exhibition “Fangs for the Memories” will be on view. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.tinyathgallery.com
Opening Reception
The Classic Center 300 N. Thomas St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe Classic Galleries will unveil two new collections as part of this month’s Third Thursday. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.classiccenter.com
Unus Mundus
JOKERJOKER Gallery 145 Vine St, Athens, GA, United StatesLIVE In The Studio. 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.jokerjokertv.com/watch
UNUS MUNDUS JOKERJOKERtv presents a virtual performance. Southern industrial blues-tinged doom metal by Steve Fitzpatrick and Rob Fluhr.
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
Author Talk
First Christian Church of Athens 268 W. Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesAmy Butler discusses her book Beautiful and Terrible Things: Faith, Doubt, and Discovering a Way Back to Each Other followed by a book signing. 7 p.m. FREE! www.avidbookshop.com
The Heart Is A Lonely Hunter
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
