Calendar Picks

John Berry, Michael C. Steele, Kenny Head, Bill Pappas | Saturday, June 28 @ 2:00 pm | Normaltown Brewing Co.

Saturday, June 28 @ 2:00 pm

John Berry, Michael...

Normaltown Brewing Co.
Saturday, June 28 @ 2:00 pm

John Berry, Michael...

Normaltown Brewing Co.

Albert Castiglia, Parker Barrow

The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United States

Aubrey Entertainment Presents. 6 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $15 (adv.), $20. bit.ly/AlbertCastigliaMar29

ALBERT CASTIGLIA Blues musician with many critically-acclaimed solo albums who is known for his exceptional instrumental prowess, searing vocals and outstanding live performances.

PARKER BARROW Blues-infused Southern rock band led by husband-and-wife duo Megan Kane (vocals) and Dylan Turner (drums).

Wake Up: Hell Iz Real

Morton Theatre 195 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States

Plummer Productions presents an evening of storytelling theatre. 7 p.m. $25–30. www.mortontheatre.com

Event Series Reed Brake

Reed Brake

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

7 p.m. (doors), 9:30 p.m. (show). $10. www.instagram.com/nowherebarathensga

REED BRAKE Improvisational roots rock quartet inspired by life lived in nature.

Nihilus, Sacred Bull, Jet Engine Dragons, The Flesh That Binds

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

Shadebeast Presents. 7:30 p.m. (doors). $15. www.flickertheatreandbar.com

NIHILUS Sludgy death metal supergroup featuring members of Beast Mode, Sundering Seas and Rosie & the Ratdogs.

SACRED BULL Athens post-metal known for its heavy and dark combination of meditative melodies and deliberate cacophony.

JET ENGINE DRAGONS Progressive and technical death metal band from Athens that is influenced by bands like Opeth, Nevermore and Allegaeon.

THE FLESH THAT BINDS Death metal from the Deep South.

A Celebration of the Joyful Life of W. Cullen Hart

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

A Celebration of the Joyful Life of W. Cullen Hart. 7:30 p.m. (doors), 8:30 p.m. (show). $10 (adv.), $15. www.40watt.com

ELF POWER Longtime fixture on the Athens scene playing crisp, melodic psych-pop.

GIANT DAY Duo of Emily Growden (Marshmallow Coast, The Instruments, Faster Circuits) and Derek Almstead (formerly of Elf Power, of Montreal, Olivia Tremor Control).

THE RISHIS Psych-folk featuring members of The Olivia Tremor Control, Elf Power and The Apples in Stereo.

ROBERT SCHNEIDER Lead singer, songwriter, guitarist and producer of The Apples in Stereo who has produced and performed on albums by Neutral Milk Hotel, The Olivia Tremor Control, The Minders and more.

SCOTT SPILLANE The Neutral Milk Hotel member plays hypnotic folk-rock.

JOHN KIRAN FERNANDES Local Elephant 6 stalwart and multi-instrumentalist who works his improvisational magic on the clarinet and loop pedal.

HEATHER MCINTOSH Prolific film and television composer who was part of the Elephant 6 Collective and has recorded with luminaries like Animal Collective, Norah Jones and St. Vincent.

MARSHMALLOW COAST Indie pop band started in Denver in 1996 by Andy Gonzales that later became associated with the Elephant 6 Collective.

Dead Ringer

Flying Squid Comedy 150 Fritz Mar Lane, Athens, GA, United States

A night of original improv comedy featuring local comedians performing impersonations of celebrities, political figures and more. 8 p.m. FREE! www.flyingsquidcomedy.com

hambear, Cuddling, Hippie Love Party

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

8 p.m. www.buvezathens.com

HAMBEAR Five-piece grunge emo-rock band based in Athens.

CUDDLING Athens emo band that claims to make "the worst songs you've ever heard."

HIPPIE LOVE PARTY Math/emo/psych from Virginia Beach, VA.

Altrd, The While, nothingifanything

Ciné Athens, GA, United States

8 p.m. (doors), 9 p.m. (show). $10. www.athenscine.com

ALTRD Local band covering classic '80s, '90s and 2000s alternative hits with an edge.

THE WHILE Dynamic ensemble navigating the mood swings of life with garage rock, power pop, psych and beyond.

NOTHINGIFANYTHING Screamo post-hardcore noise band.

Event Series DJ Charlieflower

DJ Charlieflower

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

Arcade Disco Dance Party. 10 p.m.–1 a.m. www.hendershotsathens.com

DJ CHARLIEFLOWER Eclectic DJ into trance, ambient, synth pop, new wave, deep house and more.

Easter Egg Hunt

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

Bring a basket to search for eggs, meet the Easter Bunny, visit the petting zoo and browse pop-up shops. 13 p.m. FREE! www.taylorgrady.com

Toss for a Cause: ACCA Petanque Day

Lay Park 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GA

Classic City Petanque and the UGA Terry College of Business Lessons in Leadership Class are hosting a community play day in benefit of the ACCA. 1:30–4:30 p.m. $10. www.athenspetanque.org

Event Series Jim Cook

Jim Cook

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

3–5 p.m. www.terrapinbeer.com

JIM COOK High-energy solo blues, classic rock and roots music. Every first Sunday.

Benjamin Beilman & Gloria Chien

Ramsey Hall 230 River Rd., Athens, GA, United States

3 p.m. $10 (w/ UGA ID), $50–60. pac.uga.edu

BENJAMIN BEILMAN Violinist who has won international praise for his passionate performances and deep rich tone.

GLORIA CHIEN Taiwanese-born pianist who has had a diverse musical life as a noted performer, concert presenter and educator.

20s–30s Speed Dating

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

A meet and mingle followed by speed dating sessions for ages 20–30. Registration required. 3–7 p.m. $25. www.athenticbrewing.com

ShellFest

Bottleworks 367 Prince Avenue, Athens, United States

ShellFest 4. 3–7 p.m. $75–150. www.shelltoshore.com

CICADA RHYTHM Captivating Athens act playing melodic, roots-influenced folk-rock.

THE HOWDIES Old-school outlaw country act featuring vocalists Austin Darnell and Shoni Rancher.

KRISTINA MURRAY Nashville-based country singer and songwriter.

JOHNNY DELAWARE Folk rock songwriter from Charleston, SC.

Segar Jazz Affair, Douglas Ellison

Rialto Club 500 College Ave., Athens, GA, United States

5:30 p.m. (doors), 6:30 p.m. & 7:45 p.m. (two sets). $15 (adv.), $20. bit.ly/SegarJazzMarch30

SEGAR JAZZ AFFAIR WXAG radio DJ Dwain Segar curates a night of smooth jazz.

DOUGLAS ELLISON Musician from Gainesville, GA who began playing guitar at age 12 and has played in many bands throughout his career (currently Douglas Ellison & Primetime), as well as with greats like Z.Z. Hill Clarence Carter and The Drifters.

Danielle Howle, Ralph Roddenbery, Trina Meade, Michael Wegner

The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United States

Aubrey Entertainment Presents. 6 p.m. (doors), 7 p.m. (show). $10 (adv.), $15. bit.ly/TheFoundryMar30

DANIELLE HOWLE A lifelong artist and natural storyteller who has released over a dozen studio albums in a four-decade career.

RALPH RODDENBERY Dynamic blend of Americana, roots rock and a twist of the blues.

TRINA MEADE Soulful musician with a powerful voice who has performed with artists like Stevie Wonder, TLC, Toni Braxton, Indigo Girls, and Drivin n Cryin's Kevn Kinney.

MICHAEL WEGNER Local guitarist and member of Abbey Road Live performs a solo set of originals and covers.

Event Series Monday Funday

Monday Funday

Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United States

Join Ms. Donna for songs, fingerplays, storytelling and STEAM activities. Ages 3–7 years. Registration suggested. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart

Jazz Ensembles I and II

Ramsey Hall 230 River Rd., Athens, GA, United States

5:30 p.m. FREE! music.uga.edu

JAZZ ENSEMBLE I Hugh Hodgson's advanced-level big band performing a variety of styles, including swing, be-bop, latin and contemporary jazz.

JAZZ ENSEMBLE II Ensemble that introduces students to the experience of performing a variety of styles in a traditional big band.

Composting Basics

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

Learn tips and tricks about beginner composting for gardening. Registration guarantees a free composting bin. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee

Event Series Recovery Dharma

Recovery Dharma

work.shop 160 Winston Dr. #9, Athens, GA, United States

A 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

Event Series Jazz Night

Jazz Night

Porterhouse Grill 459 E Broad St, Athens, United States

7 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.

Organically Programmed, Arianna, Hamohk

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

Noggin and Nonsense's Experimental Jazz Night. 8 p.m. (doors). $10. www.flickertheatreandbar.com

ORGANICALLY PROGRAMMED Oliver Domingo's electronic space-themed act, which utilizes primitive drum machines and synthesizers to create disco-pop, jazz and easy listening inspired compositions.

ARIANNA No info available.

HAMOHK No info available.

MS Word: Basic Formatting

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

Learn how to format text, change paragraph and page properties, insert content, and save and print your work. 10 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org

Event Series Storytime

Storytime

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

Drop in and join Ms. Jera for rhymes, songs, movement, a story and a craft. Ages 5 & under. 11 a.m. & 12 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee

Historic Athens History Hour

Lyndon House Arts Center 211 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United States

Learn about Judia Jackson Harris School with Dr. Jane McPherson. 12 p.m. FREE! www.historicathens.com