Calendar Picks
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Banff Mountain Film Festival
Morton Theatre 195 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe festival showcases a selection of adventure, mountain sports and culture speakers, films, books and photographs from around the world. 7 p.m. $20. www.mortontheatre.com
Athens Unplugged
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). www.hendershotsathens.com
ATHENS UNPLUGGED Local favorites performed stripped down sets in the style of MTV Unplugged.
Rubber Udder, Honeypuppy, Trepid
Nowhere Bar 240 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 9 p.m. (show). www.instagram.com/nowherebarathensga
RUBBER UDDER Self-described weirdo experimental acid punk/noise-grunge thing from Athens.
HONEYPUPPY Four-piece indie rock band self-described as a "menace to society."
TREPID Local grungegaze.
Maria Bamford
The Classic Center 300 N. Thomas St., Athens, GA, United StatesKnown for her deeply personal and experimental comedy about mental illness and voiceover work. 7:30 p.m. $21.50–51.50. www.classiccenter.com
The Art of Noticing
UGA Cellar Theatre Fine Arts Building, 255 Baldwin St, Athens, GA, United StatesUGA Theatre presents this original play that weaves through the interconnected lives of its eight main characters. Mar. 20–22, 8 p.m. Mar. 23, 2 p.m. FREE! www.ugatheatre.com
The Prospectors
Boutier Winery & Inn 4506 Hudson River Church Road, Danielsville, GA, United States8 p.m. $10. www.boutierwinery.com
THE PROSPECTORS Playing a fun mix of covers and original tunes.
Noche de Baile
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m.–12 a.m. $10. www.athenticbrewing.com
NOCHE DE BAILE Mr. Clahvay, TIMBAthens and SALSAthens host a monthly dance social with the latest Latin music. The evening kicks off with a 45-minute dance class.
Dunums, Bayou Princess, Viv and the Things
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesAttaboy Tapes Presents. 8 p.m. $12. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
DUNUMS The artsy, noisy, post-rock improvisations and churnings of Sijal Nasralla.
BAYOU PRINCESS Your favorite internet narcissist.
VIV AND THE THINGS Alternative country noise for sweetie pies.
The Echolocations, Zac Crook, The Carinas
Ciné Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. (doors), 9 p.m. (show). $10. www.athenscine.com
THE ECHOOCATIONS Local rock band embracing a retro, '60s-inspired sound.
ZAC CROOK Local artist who prides himself on mixing pop, R&B, country and rock to create a soft alternative sound.
THE CARINAS Local four-piece rock band.
Nicholas Mallis and the Borealis, Bero Bero, Luxury Vehicle
Normal Bar 1365 Prince Ave., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. $10. www.instagram.com/normal_bar_athens
NICHOLAS MALLIS AND THE BOREALIS Local synth-pop act claiming a diverse array of supposed corporate sponsors.
BERO BERO Savannah-based band that creates sultry synth-driven mood music.
LUXURY VEHICLE High-energy duo featuring DJ Reindeer Games with John Swint on drums.
Crystal: Modern Pin-Ups
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe Studio Athens’ adult dance troupe is celebrating 15 years with a special performance. 8:30 p.m. $10 (adv.), $12. www.40watt.com
Spring Fling Art and Oddities
Farmington DepotBrowse goods from artists, doers and collectors from the surrounding area. Mar. 22–23, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. [email protected]
Swing Theory
Five Bar 269 N Hull St STE 100, Athens, United States11 a.m.–2 p.m. www.five-bar.com
SWING THEORY Local jazz trio playing brunch every Sunday.
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. [email protected], www.athenspetanque.org
Student Perspectives
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin one of the student guides for a conversational tour of the permanent collection. 2 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
Historic Athens Heritage Walk
UGA North Campus Broad Street, Athens, GA, United StatesLearn about the history of the Demosthenian Hall on UGA’s North Campus. 2 p.m. $25. www.historicathens.com
Our Town
Marigold Auditorium for Arts and Culture 373 N. Church St., WintervilleWinterville Players present the classic American play that explores the beauty and fragility of everyday life in a small town. Mar. 20–21, 7 p.m. Mar. 23, 2 p.m. $10 (students), $15. www.marigoldauditorium.com
Paint & Sip
Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, GeorgiaGuided step-by-step instructions help you paint a masterpiece. 2 p.m. $30. www.facebook.com/creaturecomfortsbeerathens
Tropicalia Paint and Sip
Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, GeorgiaKelly’s Paint Parties leads a Tropicalia-themed class. Registration required. 2 p.m. www.kellyspaintparties.com
The Art of Noticing
UGA Cellar Theatre Fine Arts Building, 255 Baldwin St, Athens, GA, United StatesUGA Theatre presents this original play that weaves through the interconnected lives of its eight main characters. Mar. 20–22, 8 p.m. Mar. 23, 2 p.m. FREE! www.ugatheatre.com
Getting Dressed
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesA presentation on women’s clothing from the 1890s that includes antique garments and vintage photographs. 3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Queen Esther: A New Musical In Concert
St. Gregory the Great Episcopal Church 3195 Barnett Shoals Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesCollective Artists Workshop presents a powerful reimagining of the biblical tale of courage, faith and destiny. Mar. 22, 7 p.m. Mar. 23, 3 p.m. $20. www.collectiveartistsworkshop.org
Author Talk
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesLocal author and journalist Bill King will discuss his newest book LARGE TIME: On the Southern Music Beat, 1976-1986. 3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Athens Symphony
The Classic Center 300 N. Thomas St., Athens, GA, United States3 p.m. FREE! www.classiccenter.com
ATHENS SYMPHONY Spring concert with a program bridging the elegance of the Old World with the energy of the New, bringing centuries of music to life.
Julie & David Coucheron
Madison-Morgan Cultural Center 434 South Main St., Madison, GA, United States4 p.m. $40. www.mmcc-arts.org
JULIE & DAVID COUCHERON Sibling violin and piano duo performing a chamber iteration of Beethoven's Triple Concerto alongside Atlanta Symphony Principal Cellist Daniel Laufer.
Traditional Irish Session
The Globe 199 N Lumpkin St, Athens4–7 p.m. www.facebook.com/globe.athens
TRADITIONAL IRISH SESSION Easy listening traditional Irish music.
Comedy Open Mic
MaiKai Kava Lounge 1035 Baxter St Suite A, Athens, GA, United StatesShow up and go up with your stand-up material. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/bulaatmaikai
Bad Dog Trivia
The Globe 199 N Lumpkin St, AthensTest your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Sundays, 6 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
Acrocentric, Spondee
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United States7 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.com
ACROCENTRIC Duo featuring violinist Keiko Ishibashi and bassist Chris Enghauser that merges the passionate rhythms of tango, the sophistication of crossover classical, the improvisational flair of jazz and the lively energy of folk dance.
SPONDEE Improvised electro-acoustic duo of Marc Gilley on saxpphone and Louis Romanos on drums.
Trivia Night
Cheba Hut 135 W Washington St, Athens, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge. 7:30 p.m. www.instagram.com/chebahut
La finta giardiniera
UGA Fine Arts Theatre 255 Baldwin St., Athens, GA, United States7:30 p.m. $3 (w/ UGA ID), $20. pac.uga.edu
LA FINTA GIARDINIERA UGA Opera Theatre returns to perform one of Mozart's first operas, a surreal romp of requited and unrequited love.
Mantra, Dadgum, KIT
The World Famous 351 N Hull St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. $10. www.facebook.com/theworldfamousathens
MANTRA Indie alt-pop-rock weird thing from Charleston, SC.
DADGUM Local gaggle of softies playing tunes ranging from alt-country ballads, bubbly power pop and blasé indie rock.
KIT Athens-based kaleidoscopic rock band expanded from the eponymous solo project Catt Malonius.
Off the Clock Comedy
The Globe 199 N Lumpkin St, AthensAthens Comedy presents a lineup of local and touring comedians. 8:30 p.m. (doors), 9 p.m. (show). www.facebook.com/athenscomedy
John Kiran Fernandes & Arianna Petersen, Joe Cat
Buvez 585 Barber Street Suite A, Athens, GA, United States8:30 p.m. $7. www.instagram.com/buvez_athens
JOHN KIRAN FERNANDES & ARIANNA PETERSEN Local musicians playing as a clarinet and cello duo.
JOE CAT Athens-based Americana singer-songwriter and troubadour.
Bad Dog Trivia
LumberJaxe 510 N Lumpkin St, Athens, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Mondays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
Marigold Farmers Market
100 North Church Street 100 North Church St., Winterville, GA, United StatesVendors offer organic produce, prepared foods, agricultural products and artisanal goods. Mondays, 10 a.m.–7 p.m. www.marigoldcollectivewinterville.com
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. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Classic City Rotary
1430 N Chase St 1430 N Chase St, Athens, GeorgiaThe local chapter meets weekly. Mondays, 11:30 a.m. FREE! www.classiccityrotary.org
Tween STEAM Club
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesDrop in and build your own creations with a variety of STEM toys. Ages 8-12. 4:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Pen Pals Writing Group
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesMeet other writers, share your writing experiences and get feedback on your work. Second & fourth Mondays, 5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Recovery Dharma
work.shop 160 Winston Dr. #9, Athens, GA, United StatesA Buddhist-inspired support group for addiction of all kinds with introductions, a short meditation and book reading, followed by group sharing. Open to all, especially service industry workers. 6:30 p.m. FREE! www. recoverydharma.org
Jazz Night
Porterhouse Grill 459 E Broad St, Athens, United States7 p.m. www.porterhousegrillathens.com
JAZZ NIGHT Longest running jazz gig in Athens featuring a rotating cast of familiar faces performing American songbook, bossa nova classics and crossover hits.
“Welcome Home”
Ramsey Hall 230 River Rd., Athens, GA, United States7:30 p.m. $3 (w/ UGA ID), $15. pac.uga.edu
"WELCOME HOME" The three newest faculty at the Hugh Hodgson School of Music–professor of cello James Kim, newly appointed assistant professor of saxophone Brandon Quarles, and newly appointed assistant professor of piano Alan Woo–perform a wide range of music highlighting their individual skills.
The Golden Age of Broadway
UGA Special Collections Library 300 S Hull St, Athens, GA, United States7:30 p.m. FREE! libs.uga.edu
THE GOLDEN AGE OF BROADWAY UGA students will perform show tunes from classics and deep cuts.
Trivia with Marissa
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Marissa. 8 p.m. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
Live With Jake Shane
The Classic Center 300 N. Thomas St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe digital entertainer, comedian and podcast host is touring his latest comedy routine. 8 p.m. $47–192. www.classiccenter.com
Bad Dog Trivia
Eddie's Calzones 227 E Clayton Street, Athens, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Tuesdays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
Finding Employment Online
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesThis class will show you where to go online to find jobs and how to spruce up your resume. 10 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
