Calendar Picks
Dawgstock | Sunday, April 27 @ 12:00 pm | The Foundry
Dawgstock The Foundry
Julien Baker & TORRES | Monday, April 28 @ 7:00 pm | Georgia Theatre
Julien Baker &... Georgia Theatre
Napalm Death, Melvins, Dark Sky Burial, Weedeater | Tuesday, April 29 @ 6:00 pm | 40 Watt Club
Napalm Death, Melvi... 40 Watt Club
Dawgstock The Foundry
Julien Baker &... Georgia Theatre
Napalm Death, Melvi... 40 Watt Club
Oscar Dance Party
Ciné Athens, GA, United StatesThe red-carpet fundraising event will feature a dance party with DJ ChiefRocka, an Oscars Shorts viewing party, an Oscar ballot box and more. 8:45 p.m. (doors). $30. www.athenscine.com
Oscar Dance Party
Ciné Athens, GA, United StatesOscar Dance Party. 8:45 p.m. (doors). $30. www.athenscine.com
DJ CHIEFROCKA Spinning music to dance to during this red-carpet fundraising event screening Oscar shorts and more.
Blues Jam
Nowhere Bar 240 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States9:30 p.m. www.instagram.com/nowherebarathensga
BLUES JAM Bring an instrument and join host Big C and The Moonshynes for an open blues jam. The house band includes Scott Nicholson, Derek Warren, Brent Davenport and Bo Hembree.
Regulator, Centipede, Bolt Swallower, Terminal Man
The Roadhouse 137 N Lumpkin St, Athens, GA, United States10:30 p.m. $10. www.instagram.com/roadhouseathens
REGULATOR New punk band.
CENTIPEDE Local doom punk.
BOLT SWALLOWER Up-and-coming hardcore band from Birmingham.
TERMINAL MAN Birmingham-based hardcore punk band.
9th Annual Athens Rock, Gem, Mineral, Fossil and Jewelry Show
The Classic Center 300 N. Thomas St., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse the wares of over two dozen independent dealers of all things geologic. Feb. 28 & Mar. 1, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Mar. 2, 11 a.m.–5 p.m. $8 (adults), FREE! (12 & under). www.classiccenter.com
A Journey in Quilts
Oconee County Civic Center 2661 Hog Mountain Rd., Watkinsville, GA, United StatesThe Cotton Patch Quilt Guild presents the largest quilt show in Northeast Georgia with over 200 quilts on display plus a raffle, vendors, scissor sharpening and more. Feb. 28 & Mar. 1, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Mar. 2, 12–4 p.m. $10. www.cpquilters.org/show
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. Fridays, 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
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
Yacht Rock Schooner
The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesAubrey Entertainment Presents. 6 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $20 (adv.), $25. bit.ly/TheFoundryFeb28
YACHT ROCK SCHOONER A tribute to Steely Dan and other yacht rock 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
Composition Area
Dancz Center for New Music Hugh Hodgson School of Music Building, Athens, GA, United States6 p.m. FREE! music.uga.edu
COMPOSITION AREA A recital of new works.
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
Open Mic
Oak House Distillery 1015 Macon Hwy., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. FREE! www.oakhousedistillery.com
OPEN MIC Every Friday.
Athens Rock Lobsters vs. Monroe Moccasins
Akins Ford Arena 300 N Thomas St., Athens, United StatesCheer on the home team in this hockey match. 7 p.m. $20–43. www.classiccenter.com
New Orleans Jazz Stompers
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesMardi Gras Party. 7–10 p.m. $5. www.athenticbrewing.com
NEW ORLEANS JAZZ STOMPERS Specializing in the historic "hot" syncopated dance music of the early 20th century.
Doom Ribbons, Shane Parish
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.
SHANE PARISH Master guitarist and fearless explorer of rhythm and timbre.
Terri Binion
Winterville Cultural Center 371 N Church St, Winterville, GA, United States7 p.m. $10. www.wintervillecenter.com
TERRI BINION Folk singer and storyteller, playing alongside open art galleries.
Michael Shannon & Jason Narducy, Dave Hill
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $50. www.40watt.com
MICHAEL SHANNON & JASON NARDUCY Actor Michael Shannon (Knives Out, The Shape of Water, Bullet Train), musician Jason Narducy (Superchunk, Liz Phair, Bob Mould) and friends perform R.E.M.'s album Fables of the Reconstruction.
DAVE HILL Comedian, radio host, writer and rock musician and actor from Cleveland, OH.
Alexandra Kay, Logan Crosby
Georgia Theatre 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $36.75–40. www.georgiatheatre.com
ALEXANDRA KAY Country music artist known for her evocative storytelling and a voice that has been compared to Dolly Parton, Alison Krauss and Leanne Womack.
LOGAN CROSBY Musician from Georgia whose goal is to bring the effortless, soulful sound back to country.
The While, Maupas, Spare Change
Buvez 585 Barber Street Suite A, Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $10. www.instagram.com/buvez_athens
THE WHILE Dynamic ensemble navigating the mood swings of life with garage rock, power pop, psych and beyond.
MAUPAS No info available.
SPARE CHANGE "Heartcore" trio seeking world domination through the power of lonesome tunes handcrafted to perfection.
Scott Spillane, Normaltown Sound Machine, John Kiran Fernandes, Wet Meadows
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesAttaboy Tapes Presents: Western NC Hurricane Relief. 7 p.m. (doors). $10–20 donation. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
SCOTT SPILLANE The Neutral Milk Hotel member plays hypnotic folk-rock.
NORMALTOWN SOUND MACHINE Athens quintet featuring Jamie Reynolds, Ben Spraker, Jef Whatley, Eli Truett and Phil Weed perform asymmetrical pop rock reminiscent of The Sea and Cake, The Cardigans, Herbie Hancock and LCD Soundsystem.
JOHN KIRAN FERNANDES Local Elephant 6 stalwart and multi-instrumentalist who works his improvisational magic on the clarinet and loop pedal.
WET MEADOWS Local group specializing in richly orchestrated "botanical rock," where knowing the Latin or generic names of Southeastern trees, shrubs and woody vines may enrich the listening experience.
Faculty Artist Series
Ramsey Hall 230 River Rd., Athens, GA, United States7:30 p.m. FREE! music.uga.edu
FACULTY ARTIST SERIES Featuring violinist Shakhida Azimkhojaeva.
Yes, And Dungeons & Dragons
Flying Squid Comedy 150 Fritz Mar Lane, Athens, GA, United StatesMembers of Flying Squid Comedy will perform a live DnD game on stage with some audience participation. 8 p.m. $10. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
The Spitfire Grill
On Stage Playhouse 215 High School Ave., Monroe, GA, United StatesBased on the hit 1996 film set in Wisconsin, this play is an inspirational musical tale of redemption, perseverance and family. Feb. 21–22, 28 & Mar. 1, 7–8, 8 p.m. Mar. 2 & 8, 2 p.m. Mar. 4, 7:30 p.m. $20. www.onstagewalton.org
The Loneliest Bird
Town & Gown Players 115 Grady Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesAn original puppet show set to music by local musician Julianne Merritt about a bird who falls in love with a mannequin. Feb. 28 & Mar. 1, 8 p.m. Mar. 2, 2 p.m. $7. www.townandgownplayers.org
Telemarket, Penny Loafer, Beer Piss
VFW Post 2872 835 Sunset Dr, Athens8 p.m. $10. www.facebook.com/vfwpost2872
TELEMARKET Driving, angular indie-rock band from Athens.
PENNY LOAFER Local “post-college rock” band delivering grunge-tinged pop with sweet yet sometimes vicious compositions.
BEER PISS Athens hardcore punk group.
Athens Showgirl Cabaret Fabulous Fridays
Hendershots Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy a fabulous night of drag entertainment. Ages 18 & up. 9 p.m. $5. www.athensshowgirlcabaret.com
The Henry Cruz Band
Nowhere Bar 240 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States9:30 p.m. $10. www.facebook.com/nowherebarathens
THE HENRY CRUZ BAND Nashville-based rock act playing originals and covers for fans of The Black Crowes, Marcus King Band and CCR.
Here Be Monsters, Kyle Lewis is a Boring Name, Menu
Ciné Athens, GA, United States9:30 p.m. (doors), 10 p.m. (show). $15. www.athenscine.com
HERE BE MONSTERS Athens-based folk punk band that delivers emotive, introspective music blended with a high-energy stage performance.
KYLE LEWIS IS A BORING NAME Ascending from the Atlanta sewers to bring their wacky amalgamation of emo-tinged avant pop to Athens townies (and students, I guess).
MENU Five-piece from Atlanta that combines a desire to positively impact the social environment of the world with a tendency to stumble out of the boundaries of traditional pop writing.
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
Alys Willman, Kate Morrissey
Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesAthens Farmers Market. 8 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.athensfarmersmarket.net
ALYS WILLMAN Athens singer-songwriter. (8 a.m.)
KATE MORRISSEY Singer-songwriter with an offbeat sense of humor. (10 a.m.)
Dahlonega Literary Festival
Dahlonega Baptist Church 234 Hawkins Street, Dahlonega, United StatesThe 20th annual festival features 20 featured authors with speakers Nathan Deal and Rick Bragg. 9 a.m.–5 p.m. $25 & under. www.literaryfestival.org
Naturalist’s Walk
Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin naturalists on a walk to discover the wonders of spring. 10 a.m. FREE! www.sandycreeknaturecenterinc.org
African American Genealogy Shared Interest Group
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn and share research stories, problem-solving techniques, and tools that are focused on African American genealogy. 10 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Busy Bee Toddler Time
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesJoin Ms. Donna for rhymes, songs, puppets and a story. 10 a.m. & 11 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
9th Annual Athens Rock, Gem, Mineral, Fossil and Jewelry Show
The Classic Center 300 N. Thomas St., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse the wares of over two dozen independent dealers of all things geologic. Feb. 28 & Mar. 1, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Mar. 2, 11 a.m.–5 p.m. $8 (adults), FREE! (12 & under). www.classiccenter.com
A Journey in Quilts
Oconee County Civic Center 2661 Hog Mountain Rd., Watkinsville, GA, United StatesThe Cotton Patch Quilt Guild presents the largest quilt show in Northeast Georgia with over 200 quilts on display plus a raffle, vendors, scissor sharpening and more. Feb. 28 & Mar. 1, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Mar. 2, 12–4 p.m. $10. www.cpquilters.org/show
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
Georgia Beer Day
Various Locations Athens, GA, United StatesAthens’ participating breweries Athentic Brewing Co., Creature Comforts and South Main Brewing will be offering a limited edition collector’s pint glass with individual celebrations. 12–10 p.m. FREE! www.georgiacraftbrewersguild.org
Open Studio
Lyndon House Arts Center 211 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesDrop in for a studio visit with exhibiting artists Patti Roberts-Pizzuto and Johntimothy Pizzuto. 1–4 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/lyndonhouse
Opening Reception
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesArt by Brandy Angel will be featured on the gallery wall for the month. 3 p.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreandbar.com
Classical Revolution
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United States3 p.m. FREE! www.hendershotsathens.com
CLASSICAL REVOLUTION Classical music performed by Athens musicians.
RC Outlaw Cowboy
Chibugan Cafe 302 Athens Rd., Winterville, GA4 p.m. 706-424-4286
RC OUTLAW COWBOY Country and gospel singer with over four decades of experience.
Opening Reception
Madison Morgan Cultural Center 434 S Main St, Madison, United StatesAtlanta native artist Bonnie Beauchamp-Cooke’s retrospective “Equipoise” will be on view. 5–7 p.m. FREE! www.mmcc-arts.org
Marie Marie, Chris Wayne
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United States6 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
MARIE MARIE '60s pop-inspired group in the songwriting vein of The Beatles and Brian Wilson.
CHRIS WAYNE Inspired by 1950s Americana, Chris performs the music of Buddy Holly, Chuck Berry, Elvis Presley and Ricky Nelson along with his originals.
Brotherhood
The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesAubrey Entertainment Presents. 6 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $15 (adv.), $20. bit.ly/BrotherhoodMarch1
BROTHERHOOD Dynamic seven-piece Doobie Brothers tribute band from Atlanta.
Athens Rock Lobsters vs. Monroe Moccasins
Akins Ford Arena 300 N Thomas St., Athens, United StatesCheer on the home team in this hockey match. 7 p.m. $20–43. www.classiccenter.com
The Rishis, Wet Meadows
Bolo Bolo Athens 160 Winston Drive #2, Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $10. www.instagram.com/bolo.bolo.ath
THE RISHIS Psych-folk featuring members of The Olivia Tremor Control, Elf Power and The Apples in Stereo.
WET MEADOWS Folky, botanical rock inspired by natural forms and rhythms.