Calendar Picks
Athens Clay Trail | Saturday, June 7 @ 9:00 am | Various Locations
Athens Clay Trail Various Locations
Historic Athens Heritage Walk | Saturday, June 7 @ 2:00 pm | Contact for Location
Historic Athens Her... Contact for Location
The Violin Summit Project | Saturday, June 7 @ 7:00 pm | 40 Watt Club
The Violin Summit P... 40 Watt Club
Artist Reception | Saturday, June 7 @ 7:00 pm | Athentic Brewing Co.
Artist Reception Athentic Brewing Co.
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
(nice dream)
The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesAubrey Entertainment Presents. 6 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $10 (w/ UGA ID), $12 (adv.), $15. bit.ly/TheFoundryApril25
(NICE DREAM) Local Radiohead tribute band playing The Bends for its 20th anniversary plus other favorites.
Friday Night Initiative
Tyche's Games 1056 S. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn how to play a new roleplaying game. New players welcome. 7 p.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com
Gabe Lee & Michael Joe White
Publica Coffee Roasters 8 Water St., Watkinsville, United States6:30 p.m. (doors), 7 p.m. (show). FREE! www.instagram.com/publicacoffee
GABE LEE & MICHAEL JOE WHITE Singer-songwriters weaving stories through music in an intimate setting.
Bad Dog Trivia
Soldier of the Sea Distillery 22 East South Ave., Comer, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Miles Bunch. Fridays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
Ramblin’ Country Band
VFW Post 2872 835 Sunset Dr, Athens7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $10. www.facebook.com/vfwpost2872
RAMBLIN’ COUNTRY BAND Georgia-based band playing country, western and rock classics. Line dancing during the band breaks.
Doom Ribbons, George Davidson, Emmie Pierce
ATHICA 675 Pulaski St., Athens, GA, United StatesSonic Space. 7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $10 suggested donation. www.athica.org
DOOM RIBBONS Sound project of James Owen creating dark ambient rock, atmospheric soundscapes and immersive drones.
GEORGE DAVIDSON Saxophonist performing punk jazz, free and improvisational music in Athens since 1980.
EMMIE PIERCE Georgia-based guitarist, synthesist and electroacoustic improviser.
Ben Hackett, Boat Music, Keilan Aplin, pondgorl
Bolo Bolo Athens 160 Winston Drive #2, Athens, GA, United StatesAttaboy Tapes Presents. 7 p.m. $12. www.instagram.com/bolo.bolo.ath
BEN HACKETT Athens-based producer and singer-songwriter.
BOAT MUSIC Ambient project of Zach Ritter.
KEILAN APLIN Old-time folk musician.
PONDGORL Athens-based artist Laila Li McCleery joins genre-bending friends in a band of beautiful, harmonious DIY glory.
Elazy, Ujstin Echno, Marcel Sletten, Musica Mundane
Buvez 585 Barber Street Suite A, Athens, GA, United StatesPrimordial Void Presents. 7 p.m. $10. www.facebook.com/buvezathens
ELAZY St. Louis producer signed to Primordial Void, producing blissful and psychedelic glitch hop and hypnagogic pop. Tape release show!
UJSTIN ECHNO L.A. multidisciplinary musician signed to Chicago label Reserve Matinee.
MARCEL SLETTEN California-born and Athens-based electronic music producer, composer and artist whose sound varies from peaceful to intense.
MUSICA MUNDANE New collaborative project of Sam Miller (Dividers, Shabbat) and Sophia Rubin (Organically Programmed Orchestra).
Little Mae, Crimson Fever, Alix Rune
Ciné Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $10. www.athenscine.com
LITTLE MAE Indie band with melodic, textural songwriting.
CRIMSON FEVER Free spirited indie band that makes danceable music.
ALIX RUNE Local singer-songwriter.
TRACKS: A Magical Realist Tragedy
Marigold Auditorium for Arts and Culture 373 N. Church St., WintervilleCraig Houk and the Athens Playwrights’ Workshop’s production tells the story of a group of teens and their life struggles set in the 1990s. Apr. 25–26, 7:30 p.m. $15. [email protected]
Standup Comedy Grad Show
Flying Squid Comedy 150 Fritz Mar Lane, Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy the graduation show of Flying Squid’s standup students as they test out brand new material. 8–9 p.m. $5. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
The Hallelujah Girls
On Stage Playhouse 215 High School Ave., Monroe, GA, United StatesOn Stage Playhouse presents a comedy about five feisty women who decide to shake up their lives after the death of a dear friend. Apr. 25–26, May 2–3 & 9–10, 8 p.m. May 4 & 11, 2 p.m. May 6, 7:30 p.m. $10–20. www.onstagewalton.org
Julia Barfield, Romi O, Sunset Honor Unit, Sloping
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. (doors). $10. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
JULIA BARFIELD Young singer-songwriter with roots in the foothills of the North Georgia mountains.
ROMI O NYC-based singer-songwriter with lush and soothing melodies.
SUNSET HONOR UNIT Sentimental pop from Atlanta comprised of dueling songwriters Drew Kirby (Mothers, CDSM) and Jake Chisenhall (Delorean Gray).
SLOPING Atlanta-based indie folk band.
Athens Showgirl Cabaret Fabulous Friday’s
Hendershots Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy a fabulous night of drag entertainment. Ages 18 & up. 9 p.m. $5. www.athensshowgirlcabaret.com
Project Nine, Love Story’s End, Shreddly
Nowhere Bar 240 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States9 p.m. www.instagram.com/nowherebarathensga
PROJECT 9 Hybrid rock band based in Biloxi, MS.
LOVE STORY'S END Rock band led by Clint Hagler fusing melodic hooks and hardcore grit.
SHREDDLY Guitarist performing solo.
AOC Twilight Criterium
Downtown Athens AthensThe annual festival returns with pro and amateur cycling races and activities including kids races, a 5K run, live music, an artist market and more. Apr. 25, 12–10 p.m. Apr. 26, 6:30 a.m.–10 p.m. FREE! www.athenstwilight.com
Jeff Buckley & Friends, 38 Strings
Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesAthens Farmers Market. 8 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.athensfarmersmarket.net
JEFF BUCKLEY & FRIENDS Member of the Red Oaks String Band plays a mix of folk and Americana. (8 a.m.)
38 STRINGS Multi-generational acoustic folk music with 38 strings between them. (10 a.m.)
The 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
Marigold Farmers Market
Pittard Park 115 Parkview Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesVendors 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
Homebuyer Education Workshop
Athens Land Trust 685 N Pope Street, Athens, United StatesAthens Land Trust hosts this HUD-certified course for first-time homeowners to learn about the home-buying process in Georgia. Registration required. 9:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. $10. [email protected]
Bears Birthday Party
Bear Hollow Zoo at Memorial Park 293 Gran Ellen Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin the festivities as resident bears Athena, DJ and Yonah celebrate their birthdays with treats, crafts and more. 10 a.m.–1 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/bearhollow
Bee Lab Pollinator Plant Sale
UGA Horticultural Farm 1221 Hog Mountain Rd., Watkinsville, GeorgiaBrowse plants for sale and learn information that will help guide you in your planting process. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. bees.caes.uga.edu
Annual Plant Sale
Foxglove Plantbar 1063 Baxter Street, Athens, GA, United StatesThe Ladies Garden Club hosts a sale featuring a variety of plants. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. www.instagram.com/foxgloveplantbar
9th Annual Pop-Up Artist Market
Stan Mullins Art Studio 650 Pulaski St., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse a variety of art and handmade goods by student and community artists. 10 a.m.–3 p.m. www.georgiamuseum.org
Madison Fest
Madison Town Park 171c GA-83, Madison, United StatesA family-friendly event featuring spring flowers, garden plants, handmade arts and crafts, regional food, crafting activities and live music. 10 a.m.–4 p.m. FREE! www.madisonga.com/350/MadisonFest
Madison Fest
Madison Town Park 171c GA-83, Madison, United StatesMadison Fest. 10 a.m.–4 p.m. FREE! www.madisonga.com/350/MadisonFest
GRIDROCKED Rock band covering anthems from the '60s–'90s. (10 a.m.)
KRIS DEWBERRY Singer-songwriter from Alabama. (11 a.m.)
SWING THEORY Jazz collective plays originals and standards. (12 p.m.)
LEEROY VOODOO Band playing a mix of groovin' genres. (1 p.m.)
THE SQUIRRELHEADS New Orleans style Atlanta band. (2 p.m.)
PICKLED HOLLER Matthew and Jessica Williams singing rustic tales. (3 p.m.)
Author Visit
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesCelebrate Carey Blankenship-Kramer’s recently released middle-grade horror novel Ghost Scout’s Honor. 11 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Connecting with Gemstones & Crystals
work.shop 160 Winston Dr. #9, Athens, GA, United StatesWork with gemstones therapeutically to strengthen and protect your energy field and wake your intuitive skills. Registration required. 11 a.m. $35. www.ancientsunsacademy.com
Pawsome Dog Adoption & Reunion
Akademia Brewing Co. 150 Crane Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesGame Central Station
Athens Sports Arena 280 Commerce Blvd., Athens, GeorgiaShop from a variety of vendors, enjoy gaming areas, trade collectibles and more. Apr. 26, 11 a.m.–7 p.m. Apr. 27, 12–6 p.m. FREE! (12 & under), $10–15 (general admission), $15–25 (VIP). www.gamecentralstation.net
Disney On Ice
Akins Ford Arena 300 N Thomas St., Athens, United StatesThe films Frozen and Encanto will be brought to life on ice with aerial acrobatics and more. Apr. 24, 7 p.m. Apr. 25, 11 a.m. & 7 p.m. Apr. 26, 11 a.m., 3 p.m. & 7 p.m. Apr. 27, 1 p.m. & 5 p.m. $20–85. www.classiccenter.com
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. 12 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
Planting Native Trees
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin Master Gardener Liz Conroy to learn proper techniques when planting native trees. 1 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Know Your Rights Outreach
Oconee Street United Methodist Church 595 Oconee St, Athens, GA, United StatesLearn your rights if ICE comes to your door. Apr. 12 & 26, 1 p.m. Apr. 16 & 30, 5:30 p.m. FREE! [email protected]
Athens Volunteer Fair
Buvez 585 Barber Street Suite A, Athens, GA, United StatesMeet representatives from local social justice related organizations and learn how you can get involved. 1–5 p.m. www.instagram.com/athenscommunityhelpers
Normaltown Music Festival
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesNormaltown Music Festival. 1 p.m. (doors), 2 p.m. (show). $20–85. www.facebook.com/AubreyEntertainmentAthensGA
SLEEPER CELL Local collaborative recording project. A boyband if you squint hard enough.
QUENTIN LOVE Bubbly indie pop with leanings into country and sunshine pop psychedelia.
ERIK OLSON TRIO Pianist leading a jazz-infused trio.
VICIOUS DEVIL New project from Curtiss Pernice, Ballard Lesemann and Larry Tenner.
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.
THE REVEREND CONNER TRIBBLE Old-fashioned rock and roll with a sprinkle of good-humored irreverence.
HUNLO Electrified, soulful artist with a soft, inspiring sound.
WOMEN IN STEM Musicians Ella, Finn and Sam developed their striking sound with an indie rock influence and a call from science herself.
DAVID BARBE Local luminary and studio engineer who has played in Mercyland and Sugar.
NEAT FREAK Post-punk with ethereal shimmer and poignant melodic pop sensibilities.
ASYMPTOMATICS Post-punky, rather funky indie band based in Athens.
HOTEL FICTION Indie pop led by Jessica Thompson and Jade Long headlines alongside many other musical acts.
Tour At Two
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesThese drop-in public tours feature highlights of the permanent collection. 2 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
Student Spotlight Tour
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesCuratorial intern Adam Miller will give a talk about his research on the newly reinstalled Larry D. and Brenda A. Thompson Collection. 2 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
Community Conversation: Rebuild
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens 780 Timothy Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesGeorgia Conflict Center hosts a panel about community, impacts of the criminal legal system, rebuilding trust and more. 2–5 p.m. FREE! www.gaconflict.org
The Occasionals
No. 3 Railroad Street #3 Railroad St., Arnoldsville, GA, United States6 p.m. $15 suggested donation. www.3railroad.org
THE OCCASIONALS Brian Smith, Ivan Strunin and Betsy Scott do swing, jazz, originals and more.
Lovesong, First Wave
The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesAubrey Entertainment Presents. 6 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $15 (adv. or w/ UGA ID), $20. bit.ly/LovesongAthens
LOVESONG The Cure tribute band performing the hits and deep cuts.
FIRST WAVE Quintessential tribute to the new wave and alternative music scene of the '70s, '80s and '90s.
The Original Screw Tops
OCAF 34 School St., Watkinsville, GA, United StatesOCAF Music Series. 6:30 p.m. (doors), 7 p.m. (show). $15. www.ocaf.com
THE ORIGINAL SCREW TOPS Founded in 2012, this Athens band plays original blues as well as its own take on old-time classics.
Austin and Amanda
Georgia Theatre Rooftop 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. FREE! www.georgiatheatre.com
AUSTIN AND AMANDA Marietta songwriters diving deep into timeless Americana with their own modern approach.
Café Apollinaire
ATHICA 675 Pulaski St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe Georgia Fine Arts Academy will present its eighteenth “artsplosion” featuring live music, art, a short film, readings of short plays and comedy. 7–9 p.m. FREE! www.georgiafinearts.org
Daniel Donato
Georgia Theatre 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $25–30. www.georgiatheatre.com
DANIEL DONATO Singer-songwriter who blends the Nashville country style with a spirit of improvisation.
Rowan Newby, The Falling Spikes
Normal Bar 1365 Prince Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesAttaboy Tapes Presents. 7 p.m. $10. www.instagram.com/normal_bar_athens
ROWAN NEWBY Poetic and humorous Americana music inspired by '60s and '70s songwriting.
THE FALLING SPIKES No info available.
TaxiCab Verses, Haunted Shed, Jacob Morris
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $12 (adv.), $15. www.40watt.com
TAXICAB VERSES Local group fronted by Jim Wilson and inspired by the traditional sounds of Ghana.
HAUNTED SHED Genre-bending musical project of Etienne de Rocher.
JACOB MORRIS Mellow NC-based folk multi-instrumentalist who has played with Vic Chesnutt, Ham1 and Madeline Adams. Moths rerelease show!