Calendar Picks
AOC Twilight Criterium | Friday, April 25 @ 12:00 pm | Downtown Athens
AOC Twilight Criterium Downtown Athens
Strike Fashion Show | Friday, April 25 @ 5:45 pm | Geography Geology Building
Strike Fashion Show Geography Geology Building
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
Opening Reception
UGA Special Collections Library 300 S Hull St, Athens, GA, United StatesPhotographer Jason Thrasher’s exhibition “Athens Potluck” about the local music scene will be on display with music, food and drinks. 6–8 p.m. FREE! libs.uga.edu
Hawk Proof Rooster, Jill Carnes
Richard B. Russell Special Collections Library 300 S. Hull St., Athens, GA, United States"Athens Potluck" Opening Reception. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/UGASpecialCollections
HAWK PROOF ROOSTER Local old-time string duo that sings and plays fiddle, banjo, ukulele, guitar and mandolin.
JILL CARNES Athens-based artist and musician.
Club Ned Anime Society
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin club members to watch and discuss episodes of “Serial Experiments Lain,” “Kaguya-sama: Love is War” and “Erased.” 6:30–8:30 p.m. FREE! www.animefandom.org
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
Olympics Trivia
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your Olympics knowledge and compete for prizes. 7–9 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Lion’s Gate Circle for Abundance
Shakti Power Yoga 940 Prince Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesExperience journaling, meditation, a manifestation ritual, heart-opening cacao ceremony and a soothing sound bath. Registration required. 7:15 p.m. $30. [email protected]
Red Dakota, Mannequin Party, Waking April
Buvez 585 Barber Street Suite A, Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. $10. www.instagram.com/buvez_athens
RED DAKOTA Athens-based indie rock group consisting of Alyssa Terry, Derek Terry, Lauren Leathers and Christian Gerner-Smidt.
MANNEQUIN PARTY Athens-based funky, finger-style indie folk rock.
WAKING APRIL Alt-pop, synth-rock duo from Raleigh, NC.
Layzi, Dadgum, Nanocar
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. $12. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
LAYZI Boston-based indie bedroom pop artist.
DADGUM Jazz-pop for enlarged hearts.
NANOCAR Indie rock band with rich harmonic segments.
Grayson Hauser Trio
Nowhere Bar 240 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States9 p.m. $10. www.facebook.com/NowhereBarAthens
GRAYSON HAUSER TRIO Electric guitarist and singer who plays an adventurous and expansive brand of high-energy music ranging from blues, hard rock, funk, jazz and everything in between.
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
Athentic Brewing Co.’s 4 Year Anniversary Party
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy special beer releases, pop-up food vendors and live music during this all-day celebration. Aug. 9, 11 a.m.–10 p.m. Aug. 10, 12–10 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
Chess Club
Winterville Cultural Center 371 N Church St, Winterville, GA, United StatesJoin others for a weekly chess competition. Fridays, 6–10 p.m. FREE! www.wintervillecenter.com
Karaoke
El Paso Tacos & Tequila 255 W Washington St, Athens, United States6–10 p.m. www.instagram.com/elpasoathenss
KARAOKE Every Wednesday and Friday evening.
Deep Roots, Grassland
The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United States6 p.m. (doors), 7:30 p.m. (show). $12 (adv.), $15. bit.ly/TheFoundryAug9
DEEP ROOTS Athens and Atlanta musicians pulling inspiration from Motown, Southern rock, funk, jazz and everything in between.
GRASSLAND Six-piece "Amerigrass" band with classical organ, double bass and jazz guitar and a jazz-folk-pop-bluegrass sound.
Friday Night Initiative
Online: Tyche's GamesLearn how to play a new roleplaying game. New players welcome. 7 p.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com
Open Mic
Oak House Distillery 1015 Macon Hwy., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. FREE! www.oakhousedistillery.com
OPEN MIC Every Friday.
Legally Blonde
Oconee Youth Theater 1050 Jamestown Blvd., Watkinsville, GA, United StatesA cast of local teens star in this production based on the big screen story of Elle Woods. Aug. 3 & 9–10, 7 p.m. Aug. 4 & 11, 3 p.m. $15–20. www.oconeeyouthplayhouse.com
Panic Stricken
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors). $15 (adv.), $20. www.40watt.com
PANIC STRICKEN Widespread Panic tribute band.
small talk, BIG SHOW
work.shop 160 Winston Dr. #9, Athens, GA, United StatesA late night talk show hosted by Matt House featuring comedian Kelly Petronis and the musical stylings of libbaloops. 8–9:15 p.m. $10. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
Pride and Prejudice
Town & Gown Players 115 Grady Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesA theatrical adaptation of Jane Austen’s classic novel about the witty heroine Elizabeth Bennet. Aug. 9–10 & 15–17, 8 p.m. Aug. 11 & 18, 2 p.m. $15–20. www.townandgownplayers.org
TC Superstar, Neat Freak, Dog Person
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. $12. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
TC SUPERSTAR Performance group whose music is rooted in bedroom pop, '80s synthwave and '70s dance music.
NEAT FREAK Post-punk with ethereal shimmer and poignant melodic pop sensibilities.
DOG PERSON Organ-driven pop with breezy ennui from members of The Buddy System, Nana Grizol and Go Public.
Cardiel, Deaf Condors, Oceaneater
Ciné Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. (doors), 9 p.m. (show). $10. www.athenscine.com
CARDIEL Skate punk band formed in Mexico City under the influence of stoner rock, psychedelia and dub.
DEAF CONDORS Experimental garage-rock group with a genre-bending sound anchored by Peruvian brothers Bob Jesus and Darrick Alvarez.
OCEANEATER Fuzzed out, surfy garage rock from Atlanta.
Heart of Pine
Nowhere Bar 240 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States9:30 p.m. $10 (adv.), $15. www.facebook.com/NowhereBarAthens
HEART OF PINE Nostalgic "Southedelic" rock band from Athens with a genuine sound. Album release show!
Accessible Bird Walk
Wild Birds Unlimited 1850 Epps Bridge Pkwy, Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy the beauty of nature, learn about local bird species and connect with fellow bird enthusiasts. Registration required. 8 a.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/wbuofathensga
Athens Farmers Market
Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesMarkets offer locally grown groceries and handmade goods with live music and children’s activities. AFM doubles SNAP dollars spent. Saturdays, 8 a.m.–12 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net
Danielsville Farmers Market
Danielsville City Hall 10 Government Circle, Danielsville, United StatesBrowse vendors with an array of homemade, handmade and state-grown products. 8 a.m.–12 p.m. www.danielsvillemarket.wixsite.com/farmersmarket
Mark Plemmons, The Humdingers
Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesAthens Farmers Market. 8 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.athensfarmersmarket.net
MARK PLEMMONS Talented local pianist. (8 a.m.)
THE HUMDINGERS Acoustic interpretations of pop and soul. (10 a.m.)
Comer Community Market
Farmer's Market Building 1914 Madison St., Comer, United StatesLocally grown produce, eggs, foods, pottery, jewelry and handmade goods. Saturdays, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. www.facebook.com/ComerFM
Ag Festival
Farmview Market 2610 Eatonton Rd., Madison, GA, United StatesLearn about local agriculture with the Mobile Ag Classroom and enjoy a local petting zoo, face painting, giveaways, live workshops, music and more. 9 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! www.farmviewmarket.com
Where’s Waldo Party
Avid Bookshop 1662 S. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United StatesCelebrate the end of summer with games, a photo station, art activities, prizes and more. 10 a.m. FREE! www.avidbookshop.com
Walk Into Wellness
Dudley Park 100 Dudley Park Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesGet moving alongside and meet others in the community, with each walk focusing on a different health topic. Ages 8 & up. Registration required. 10 a.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/myrec
Open an Oyster Fundraiser
The Pearl Girls 548 Hawthorne Ave, Athens, United StatesShuck an oyster, find a pearl and choose a necklace to wear it with with proceeds benefitting Project Safe. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. $25. www.thepeargirls.com
Discover the Story Trail
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesCelebrate the Story Trail’s grand opening by exploring, reading books and creating an outdoor art project. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Artist Talk
Winterville Cultural Center Gallery 371 N. Church Street, Winterville, United StatesWood crafter Barbara Odil will give a brief talk and demonstrate her technique. 11 a.m. FREE! www.wintervilleccgallery.com
Athens Council of the Blind
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe group will present questions and ideas for Rep. Houston Gaines on how to improve services for those with visual impairments. 11 a.m. FREE! www.georgiacounciloftheblind.org
West Broad Farmers Market
Rocksprings Park Pavilion 291 Henderson Extension, Athens, GeorgiaVendors will be on site with fresh produce, local fare, rare plants, artisan goods and more. Saturdays, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! www.athenslandtrust.org/wbfm
Closing Reception
ACE/FRANCISCO Gallery 675 Pulaski St. STE 1500, Athens, GA, United StatesJason Thrasher’s exhibition “Kashi Washi” will be on view. 11 a.m.–4 p.m. FREE! www.acefranciscogallery.com
Learn to Play Shadowrun RPG
Tyche's Games 1056 S. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin others to learn about the science fantasy tabletop role-playing game. 12 p.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com
Really, Really Free Market
Reese and Pope ParkJust like a yard sale, but everything is free. Bring what you can, take what you need. Second Saturday of every month. 12–1:30 p.m. [email protected], www.facebook.com/RRFMAthens
Athentic Brewing Co.’s 4 Year Anniversary Party
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy special beer releases, pop-up food vendors and live music during this all-day celebration. Aug. 9, 11 a.m.–10 p.m. Aug. 10, 12–10 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
Black Creatives Connect
Lyndon House Arts Center 211 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesCreatives of all professions and industries are invited to network and listen to a panel discussion that centers black creatives. 1 p.m. FREE! posh.vip/e/black-creatives-connect
Critter Tales
Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesListen to a story about nature, then go outside for an activity. 2:30 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/scnc
Opening Reception
Steffen Thomas Museum of Art 4200 Bethany Rd., Buckhead, GA, United StatesThe group exhibition “Queer Perspectives” featuring 13 LGBTQ+ identifying artists will be on view. 4–6 p.m. www.steffenthomas.org
New Orleans Jazz Stompers
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United States4 Year Anniversary. 6–8:30 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
NEW ORLEANS JAZZ STOMPERS Specializing in the historic "hot" syncopated dance music of the early 20th century.
Gimme Springsteen
Innovation Amphitheater 1005 Austin Rd., Winder, GA, United States6 p.m. (doors), 7 p.m. (show). $25. www.innovationamphitheater.com
GIMME SPRINGSTEEN A tribute to Bruce Springsteen.
Legally Blonde
Oconee Youth Theater 1050 Jamestown Blvd., Watkinsville, GA, United StatesA cast of local teens star in this production based on the big screen story of Elle Woods. Aug. 3 & 9–10, 7 p.m. Aug. 4 & 11, 3 p.m. $15–20. www.oconeeyouthplayhouse.com
Hog-eyed Man, Paddy League, Michael Starkey
Winterville Cultural Center 371 N Church St, Winterville, GA, United States6 p.m. (doors), 7 p.m. (show). $15. www.wintervillecenter.com
HOG-EYED MAN Athens duo of Jason Cade (fiddle, banjo) and Rob McMaken (dulcimer, mandolin), who have a compelling approach to the archaic fiddle traditions of the Southern Appalachians.
PADDY LEAGUE Traditional music of Ireland and the Greek Isles.
MICHAEL STARKEY Multi-instrumentalist, music teacher and old time clawhammer banjo player from Edinburgh, Scotland.
