Calendar Picks
AOC Twilight Criterium | Saturday, April 26 @ 6:30 am | Downtown Athens
AOC Twilight Criterium Downtown Athens
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
Napalm Death, Melvins, Dark Sky Burial, Weedeater | Tuesday, April 29 @ 6:00 pm | 40 Watt Club
Napalm Death, Melvi... 40 Watt Club
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
UGA Homecoming Parade
Downtown Athens AthensThe annual family-friendly downtown parade celebrates UGA homecoming with a variety of floats and performances. 6 p.m. FREE! www.uga.edu/homecoming
The Four Fathers
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
THE FOUR FATHERS Athens-based funky soul organ quartet.
Jerry Joseph & The Jackmormons, Betsy Franck
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors). $22 (adv.), $25, $40 (two-day pass). www.40watt.com
JERRY JOSEPH AND THE JACKMORMONS Portland, OR-based punk rocker who is known for playing in refugee camps and has been performing since the '80s.
BETSY FRANCK Virginia-born Americana and blues singer-songwriter who utilizes undertones of gospel in her music.
Tabla Rosa, ColorBlind Dinosaur, Phantom Dan
Gyro Wrap 114 College Ave., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. $5. www.gyrowrap.com
TABLA ROSA Athens rock band.
COLORBLIND DINOSAUR Ska punk group from Florida.
PHANTOM DAN Emo punk rock from Athens.
Faculty Jazz Ensemble
Ramsey Hall 230 River Rd., Athens, GA, United States7:30 p.m. $3 (w/ UGA ID), $15. pac.uga.edu
FACULTY JAZZ ENSEMBLE This premiere performance will cover "Birth of the Cool" by Miles Davis.
Jupiter Coyote, Stewart & Winfield
Southern Brewing Co. 231 Collins Industrial Blvd., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $15 (adv.), $20. bit.ly/SouthernBrewingNov3
JUPITER COYOTE Southern Appalachian boogie band and mountain rock legends.
STEWART & WINFEILD Savannah-based Americana and low country rock band.
small talk, BIG SHOW
Work.Shop 160 Winston Dr #9, Athens, GA, United StatesA late night talk show hosted by Matt House featuring comedians, improvisers and musicians. 8–9 p.m. $10. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
Bichos Vivos
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United States8 p.m. $10. www.hendershotsathens.com
BICHOS VIVOS Local band playing forró, accordion and triangle-driven country music from Brazil.
Debut Revue
Georgia Theatre 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe Studio Athens adult dance performance companies will showcase their skills, followed by a dance party with DJ LA Darius. 8 p.m.–12 a.m. $12 (adv.), $15. www.thestudioath.com
The Other Brothers Band
Nowhere Bar 240 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States10 p.m. www.facebook.com/NowhereBarAthens
THE OTHER BROTHERS BAND Allman Brothers inspired funk.
Athens Farmers Market
Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesMarkets offer locally grown groceries and handmade goods. Attendees can enjoy free live music and children’s activities. AFM doubles SNAP dollars spent at the market. Every Saturday, 8 a.m.–12 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net
Turkey in Disguise Contest
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesDisguise Thanksgiving turkeys so they won’t be found. Supplies provided. Registration required. 10 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.com/oconee
Athens Montessori School Fall Festival
Athens Montessori School 3145 Barnett Shoals Rd, Athens, GA, United StatesA day of fun with craft vendors and children’s events including a bounce house, magic show, face painting and more. 10 a.m.–3 p.m. FREE! [email protected]
West Broad Farmers Market
West Broad Farmers Market 1573 W. Broad St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe market offers fresh produce, locally raised meat and eggs, baked goods, flowers, artisan goods and more. Online ordering is available Sundays–Thursdays for drive-thru pick up. Saturdays, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. www.wbfm.locallygrown.net
Art Show and Book Sale
Oglethorpe Co. Library 858 Athens Rd., Lexington, GA, United StatesThe Friends of the Oglethorpe County Library is hosting its third annual event with more than 17 local artists and artisans and a selection of books for sale. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! www.oglethorpefol.org
Celebrate Faith Series
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesHighlighting important religious holidays, this month learn about Christmas through books, songs and crafts. 11–11:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Georgia vs. Missouri
Sanford Stadium 100 Sanford Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesCheer on the Georgia Bulldogs football team as they face the Missouri Tigers. 3:30 p.m. www.georgiadogs.com
Fiesta del Museo
Steffen Thomas Museum of Art 4200 Bethany Rd., Buckhead, GA, United StatesEnjoy live music and a food truck while browsing the special exhibition “Algo para Declarar.” 4–8 p.m. FREE! www.steffenthomas.org
Saturday Salsa
Oak House Distillery 1015 Macon Hwy., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy a cozy night of dancing salsa, bachata and merengue. All ages. 6:30–10 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/OakHouseDistillery
Athens Showgirl Cabaret Drag For All
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesEnjoy a fabulous night of drag fun to celebrate the Birthday’s of Miss Kellie Divine and Jenn Sparx. Ages 12 & under get in free. 8–11 p.m. $5. www.athensshowgirlcabaret.com
Shakey Graves, Sadurn
Georgia Theatre 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $37. www.georgiatheatre.com
SHAKEY GRAVES Artist Alejandro Rose-Garcia genre-bends in this tour which is a culmination of his life experiences and experimental music-making.
SADURN An artist whose music resembles a diary and takes influences from indie-folk tunes.
Dim Watts, Honeypuppy, Infinite Favors
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesAttaboy Tapes Presents. 8 p.m. (doors), $10. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
DIM WATTS Psych-folk project led by Jim Willingham.
HONEYPUPPY Four-piece indie rock band self-described as a "menace to society."
INFINITE FAVORS Featuring members of Pride Parade, Los Meesfits and Cars Can Be Blue.
Alien Funk Academy, Nowhere Jukebox
Nowhere Bar 240 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States9 p.m. $10. www.facebook.com/NowhereBarAthens
ALIEN FUNK ACADEMY Athens-based power trio specializing in high intensity rock and roll influenced by Vulfpeck, Umphree's McGee and Phish.
NOWHERE JUKEBOX Futurebirds members Carter King and Spencer Thomas, former Futurebird Payton Bradford, Will Hefner, Drew Beskin and Stephen Taylor play all Athens classics.
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
Athens YOGA Collective
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy a yoga class on the patio. First and third Sundays, 12 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
75th Anniversary Celebration and Spotlight on the Arts Family Day
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe event will feature art activities, prizes, a photo booth, light refreshments and more. Registration required. A Spotlight on the Arts event. 1–5 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
Rescue Paws UGA Fall Festival
UGA Tate Student Center 45 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin to meet shelter dogs and cats, browse vendors and enjoy refreshments in benefit of local animal shelters. 1–5 p.m. www.instagram.com/rescuepawsuga
Classic City Pétanque Club
Lay Park Community Center 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesNew players welcome. Scheduled play days are Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays at 1:30 p.m. [email protected], www.athenspetanque.org
Tribe of Three
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United States3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
TRIBE OF THREE A fusion of Middle Eastern, classical, jazz and improvisation performed by Joe Leone, Jeremy Raj and Louis Romanos.
Athens Symphony Fall Concert
The Classic Center 300 N. Thomas St., Athens, GA, United States3 p.m. FREE! (tickets required). www.classiccenter.com
ATHENS SYMPHONY "A Jolly Good Show" includes a variety of American and English classics ahead of the holiday season.
Athens Voices of Truth
Ebenezer Baptist Church West 205 N. Chase St., Athens, GA, United States3 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/EbenzerBaptistChurchWest
ATHENS VOICES OF TRUTH A fall concert featuring special guest musician Ron Lowe.
Bad Dog Trivia
Southern Brewing Co. 231 Collins Industrial Blvd., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Sundays, 4 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
Cuban Salsa
UGA Memorial Hall 101 Sanford Dr, Athens, GA, United StatesJoin UGA Salsa Club for lessons that meet a variety of dance abilities, including beginners. Sundays, 4–6 p.m. FREE! www.ugasalsaclub.com
Woody Garrison and Friends
The Globe 199 N Lumpkin St, Athens6 p.m. Donations accepted. www.globetavern.com
WOODY GARRISON AND FRIENDS Singer-songwriter playing psychedelic Americana at its finest. Tonight's show includes John Miley, Zach Wright, Mike Flynn, Ken Parris, Willie York and Bill Bokas.
Bad Dog Trivia
The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Sundays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
Caroline Noel Beverley, Klezmer Local 42
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United States7 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.com
CAROLINE NOEL BEVERLEY North Carolina artist and former Athenian who continues to perform with Klezmer Local 42 and has previously played with Calliope Fair, Curley Maple and Wild Gumbo. Album release show for Flag Athens!
KLEZMER LOCAL 42 Local seven-piece klezmer band specializing in Jewish and Romani music.
Kid Fears, Bea Porges
The World Famous 351 N Hull St., Athens, GA, United States9 p.m. $5. www.facebook.com/theworldfamousathens
KID FEARS Atlanta group drawing influence from slowcore and shoegaze giants like Low and My Bloody Valentine.
BEA PORGES Alternative singer-songwriter who blends indie-pop, acoustic melodies and soft jazz.
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 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
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]
Arts Collaborative Conversation
Lamar Dodd School of Art 270 River Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn about trends in arts funding and recently awarded grants. A Spotlight on the Arts event. 11 a.m. FREE! arts-collab.uga.edu
Classic City Rotary
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThe local chapter meets weekly. Mondays, 11:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Upcycling Workshop
The Winterville Center for Community & Culture 371 N. Church St, Athens, GA, United StatesBring an article of clothing and Jamil of “Z as in” will help you create something new. 6–8 p.m. $10. www.wintervillecenter.com
Teen STEAM Club
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesThis program’s topic is astronomy, with telescope sky viewing. Grades 6–12. 7–8 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Meditation Monday
Sisters of the Moon 297 Prince Ave, Suite 17, Athens, United StatesJoin others for a collective tarot reading followed by a guided meditation, breath work, journal prompts and more. All ages. 7–8:30 p.m. FREE! www.shopsotm.com
Favored by the Muses
UGA Fine Arts Building 255 Baldwin St., Athens, GA, United StatesThis cross-department production celebrates the literary and cultural legacy of America’s first published black female poet, Phillis Wheatley Peters. 7 p.m. FREE! wheatleypetersproject.weebly.com
Monday Trivia with Erin
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Erin. 7–9 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
