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Athens Clay Trail | Saturday, June 7 @ 9:00 am | Various Locations

Saturday, June 7 @ 9:00 am

Athens Clay Trail

Various Locations

Historic Athens Heritage Walk | Saturday, June 7 @ 2:00 pm | Contact for Location

Saturday, June 7 @ 2:00 pm

Historic Athens Her...

Contact for Location

The Violin Summit Project | Saturday, June 7 @ 7:00 pm | 40 Watt Club

Saturday, June 7 @ 7:00 pm

The Violin Summit P...

40 Watt Club

Artist Reception | Saturday, June 7 @ 7:00 pm | Athentic Brewing Co.

Saturday, June 7 @ 7:00 pm

Artist Reception

Athentic Brewing Co.
Saturday, June 7 @ 9:00 am

Athens Clay Trail

Various Locations
Saturday, June 7 @ 2:00 pm

Historic Athens Her...

Contact for Location
Saturday, June 7 @ 7:00 pm

The Violin Summit P...

40 Watt Club
Saturday, June 7 @ 7:00 pm

Artist Reception

Athentic Brewing Co.

Marie Marie

Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United States

7 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com

MARIE MARIE '60s pop-inspired group in the songwriting vein of The Beatles and Brian Wilson.

John Crist

The Classic Center 300 N. Thomas St., Athens, GA, United States

Fast-rising stand-up comedian on his “Jokes for Humans” comedy tour. 7 p.m. $29.75–149.75. www.classiccenter.com

Event Series Bad Dog Trivia

Bad Dog Trivia

Soldier of the Sea Distillery 22 East South Ave., Comer, GA, United States

Test your trivia knowledge with host Miles Bunch. Fridays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens

Runaway Gin

40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States

7 p.m. (doors). $15. www.40watt.com

RUNAWAY GIN Tribute band for improvisational rock band Phish. Two sets!

Turkish Delights Gala & Fundraiser

The Taylor-Grady House 634 Prince Ave., Athens, GA, United States

A Taylor-Grady House gala with a Mediterranean dinner, dance performance, music and more. 7–10 p.m. $150. www.taylorgrady.com

UGA Opera Theatre

Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall 230 River Rd., Athens, GA, United States

7:30 p.m. $3 (w/ UGA ID), $20. music.uga.edu

UGA OPERA THEATRE Graduate student opera ensemble's fall performance.

Evelia, lighthearted, Penny Loafer

Ciné Athens, GA, United States

7:30 p.m. (doors), 8:30 p.m. (show). $10 (adv.), $12. www.athenscine.com

EVELIA Alternative pop artist who focuses on creating guitar-centric, lyrically resonant music.

LIGHTHEARTED Local alternative folk rock band anchored by the gorgeous harmonies of twin sisters Eliza Lemmon and Gracie Huffman.

PENNY LOAFER Alternative indie rock trio with heavy grooves and dreamy vocals.

Event Series Canopy: Full of Stars

Canopy: Full of Stars

Canopy Studio 160-6 Tracy Street, Athens, GA, United States

The studio’s Repertory Company presents a fantastical journey of science fiction through aerial dance. Nov. 8–9, 8 p.m. Nov. 9, 3 p.m. Nov. 10, 1 p.m (sensory-friendly performance) & 4 p.m.  $15–20. www.canopystudio.org

Check the Signs, Take3

Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United States

8 p.m. $10. www.hendershotsathens.com

CHECK THE SIGNS Uplifting local family band with a talent for melody, harmony and hooks.

TAKE3 Local jazz trio featuring guest vocalist Liz Farrell.

Freeman Leverett, Athens Middle East Orchestra, Patrick Barry

Normal Bar 1365 Prince Ave., Athens, GA, United States

Attaboy Tapes Presents. 8 p.m. $10. www.facebook.com/normal.bar.7

FREEMAN LEVERETT Dreamy, hypnotic and danceable songs with thoughtful lyrics and cosmopolitan influences.

ATHENS MIDDLE EAST ORCHESTRA Athens very own Middle Eastern inspired outfit that focuses on the musical culture of Egypt, Turkey, Israel, Syria and more.

PATRICK BARRY Local songwriter weaving stories with his baritone voice and intricate fingerstyle.

Triplicate, Florence Cardigan, Five Door Sedan

Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States

8 p.m. (doors). $10. www.flickertheatreandbar.com

TRIPLICATE Atmospheric synths, angular guitar, driving bass and precise drumming drawing from wide-ranging influences including dance rock, electronica, math rock and psychedelia. Formerly known as Convince the Kid.

FLORENCE CARDIGAN Local "reggae disco dreamy funk pop" trio.

FIVE DOOR SEDAN Indie rock group from Charleston, SC with layers of saxophone and synths.

Henry Jones, Heidi Holton, Trey Boyer

Nowhere Bar 240 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States

9:30 p.m. www.facebook.com/NowhereBarAthens

HENRY JONES No info available.

HEIDI HOLON Nashville-based songwriter and blues guitarist.

TREY BOYER Atlanta singer-​songwriter.

Mark Plemmons, Front Porch Bluegrass Band

Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United States

Athens Farmers Market. 8 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.athensfarmersmarket.net

MARK PLEMMONS Talented local pianist. (8 a.m.)

FRONT PORCH BLUEGRASS BAND No info available. (10 a.m.)

Event Series Marigold Farmers Market

Marigold Farmers Market

Pittard Park 115 Parkview Rd., Athens, GA, United States

Vendors offer organic produce, prepared foods, agricultural products and artisanal goods. MFM doubles SNAP dollars spent. Saturdays, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. www.marigoldcollectivewinterville.com

Ride SOFAR Fundraiser

Sweet Olive Farm 880 Parkview Rd, Winterville, United States

Second annual bicycle ride raising funds and awareness for Sweet Olive Farm Animal Rescue. 9 a.m.​​–3 p.m. $35​​–65. www.sweetolivefarm.org

Joy Village School Info Session

Milledge Avenue Baptist Church 1690 South Milledge Avenue, Athens, GA, United States

Tour the new location, and learn about the school‘s culture and curriculum. 10–11:30 a.m. FREE! www.joyvillageschool.com

Event Series Just Do Something

Just Do Something

ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United States

During this genealogy research shared interest group dig deeper into your genealogy or history research. Second Saturdays, 10 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org

Family Day: Coming Home

Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United States

Little Characters Theater Troupe will perform, and there will be gallery activities and a take-home art project. 10 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org

Autumn Splendor Lakeside Loop Hike

Sandy Creek Park 400 Bob Holman Rd., Athens, GA, United States

Join leisure services for a seven-mile day hike around Lake Chapman and view the fall foliage. Registration required. 10 a.m. $3 (ACC resident), $5 (non-resident). www.accgov.com/parks

Eclectic Bazaar

The Taylor-Grady House 634 Prince Ave., Athens, GA, United States

 Browse art and handwoven rugs with food trucks and a bookmobile on site. 11 a.m.–5 p.m. www.taylorgrady.com

Really, Really Free Market

Reese and Pope Park

Just 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

Free the Tapes: Athens Potluck Edition

UGA Special Collections Library 300 S Hull St, Athens, GA, United States

View clips from community videos, play Bingo and learn more about the archives. 1–3 p.m. FREE! libs.uga.edu

Rock to Stop the Quarry

Low Star Farm 473 Old Commerce Ext., Athens, GA

Rock to Stop the Quarry. 1 p.m. (doors), 2 p.m. (show). $20. www.cicadarhythm.com

CIDADA RHYTHM Captivating Athens group playing melodic, roots-influenced folk-rock.

LIGHTHEARTED Local alternative folk rock band anchored by the gorgeous harmonies of twin sisters Eliza Lemmon and Gracie Huffman.

NORTH GEORGIA ALL STARS Old time stringband is the style of Charlie Poole and the Skillet Lickers.

DON CHAMBERS Longtime local favorite who delves into pastoral folk and experimental rock with equal passion.

Event Series Anime Club

Anime Club

ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United States

Watch anime, create art, try Japanese snacks and make new friends. 2 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org

Event Series Canopy: Full of Stars

Canopy: Full of Stars

Canopy Studio 160-6 Tracy Street, Athens, GA, United States

The studio’s Repertory Company presents a fantastical journey of science fiction through aerial dance. Nov. 8–9, 8 p.m. Nov. 9, 3 p.m. Nov. 10, 1 p.m (sensory-friendly performance) & 4 p.m.  $15–20. www.canopystudio.org

Event Series Teen Anime Club

Teen Anime Club

Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United States

Join other fans of manga and anime to discover books, play games, snack and watch anime. Grades 6​​–12. 4–5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee

Reverend Tribble and The Deacons, Check The Signs

Terrapin Beer Co. 265 Newton Bridge Road, Athens, GA, United States

Aubrey Entertainment Presents. 6 p.m. (doors), 7 p.m. (show). $12–20. bit/ly/RevTribbNov9

REVEREND TRIBBLE AND THE DEACONS Old-fashioned rock and roll with a sprinkle of good-humored irreverence.

CHECK THE SIGNS Uplifting local family band with a talent for melody, harmony and hooks.

Author Talk & Book Signing

Avid Bookshop 1662 S. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States

Author Miller Oberman will read poetry from his latest book Impossible Things. 7 p.m. $5. www.avidbookshop.com

Isra, Penny Loafer, Alex Dillon and the Spontaneous Invention

Buvez 585 Barber Street Suite A, Athens, GA, United States

7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $10. www.instagram.com/buvez_athens

ISRA Atlanta/Athens bubblegum pop.

PENNY LOAFER Alternative indie rock trio with heavy grooves and dreamy vocals.

ALEX DILLION AND THE SPONTANEOUS INVENTION Local improvisor wreaking havoc both alone and with others.

Tattoo Logic, The Will Shine Variety Show

Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United States

8 p.m. $10. www.hendershotsathens.com

TATTOO LOGIC Five-piece funk punk band from Athens fronted by Mia Hill and Swathi Ramaswamy.

THE WILL SHINE VARIETY SHOW Athens-based musician Will Shine showcases talented friends.

Meghan Dowlen, Viv and the Things, Organically Programmed, Hannah Bolecter

Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States

Attaboy Tapes Presents. 8 p.m. $12. www.flickertheatreandbar.com

MEGHAN DOWLEN Folk revivalist songstress who pulls from a wide variety of influences.

VIV AND THE THINGS Alternative country noise for sweetie pies.

ORGANICALLY PROGRAMMED Electronic space-themed act utilizing primitive drum machines and synthesizers to create disco-pop, jazz and easy listening inspired compositions.

HANNAH BOLECTER "Cannibal music" from ATL.

Talk to the Hand!

Georgia Theatre 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States

8 p.m. (doors), 9 p.m. (show). $12–15. www.georgiatheatre.com

TALK TO THE HAND! A Studio Athens '90s dance show and party.

Talk to the Hand!

Georgia Theatre 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States

The Studio Athens’ adult dance performance companies will spotlight iconic ’90s hits with a dance party to follow. 8 p.m. (doors), 9 p.m. (show). $12–15. www.georgiatheatre.com

Jones, Marion and the Restless

Nowhere Bar 240 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States

9:30 p.m. www.facebook.com/NowhereBarAthens

JONES, MARION AND THE RESTLESS Alt-country and Southern rock outfit from North Georgia.

Event Series Canopy: Full of Stars

Canopy: Full of Stars

Canopy Studio 160-6 Tracy Street, Athens, GA, United States

The studio’s Repertory Company presents a fantastical journey of science fiction through aerial dance. Nov. 8–9, 8 p.m. Nov. 9, 3 p.m. Nov. 10, 1 p.m (sensory-friendly performance) & 4 p.m.  $15–20. www.canopystudio.org

Event Series Crafternoon

Crafternoon

Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United States

Bring your crafting project to work on and connect with other artists in the community. 1:30–3 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com

Event Series Athentic Bluegrass Jam

Athentic Bluegrass Jam

Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United States

2–5 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com

ATHENTIC BLUEGRASS JAM Players of all skill levels are invited to participate in this open jam, which strives to unite members of the local folk music community. Every second Sunday.

Opening Reception

ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United States

Artist Will Eskeridge’s exhibition “Beach Bums” will be on view. 2–6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org