Calendar Picks
Freeman Leverett, Sunset Honor Unit, Ritika, Gabby Delliponti | Thursday, May 22 @ 7:00 pm | Georgia Theatre Rooftop
Freeman Leverett, S... Georgia Theatre Rooftop
Tyler Key & Strangers, Will Stewart & His Band, Cannon Rogers, Jon Nolan | Friday, May 23 @ 7:00 pm | 40 Watt Club
Tyler Key & St... 40 Watt Club
Gringo Star, Honeypuppy, Sovus Radio | Friday, May 23 @ 8:00 pm | Flicker Theatre & Bar
Gringo Star, Honeyp... Flicker Theatre & Bar
Shalyse, Squallé, BeeTaylor, Kxng Blanco, Zay Blaze, RJ Stackhouse | Friday, May 23 @ 8:00 pm | Ciné
Shalyse, Squallé, B... Ciné
Open Mic Night
Rabbit Hole Studios 1001 Winterville Rd., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/whiterabbitproductionsllc
OPEN MIC NIGHT Weekly opportunity for Athens musicians to play on stage.
Athens Rock and Gem Club
Holy Cross Lutheran Church 800 West Lake Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesThe meeting begins with club business then is followed by an educational program, this month featuring a “show and tell” to bring found treasures and stories from the summer. 7:30 p.m. FREE! www.athensrockandgemclub.org
UGA Wind Ensemble
Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall 230 River Rd., Athens, GA, United States7:30 p.m. $3 (w/ UGA ID), $15. music.uga.edu
UGA WIND ENSEMBLE The program "A World of Blue" features the Gershwin favorite "Rhapsody in Blue," Julue Giroux's "The Blue Marble" and the world premiere of UGA graduate Jackson Riffle's "Alla Rondo World."
Open Toad Comedy Night
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesComedy performed by a mix of newcomers and local favorites from Athens and Atlanta. 9 p.m. (doors). $7. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
Pirate Storytime
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesCelebrate Talk Like A Pirate Day with stories, songs, movement and more. 9:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. Ages 5 & under. 9:30 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
Public Input Session
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesThis forum will cover the basics of the Strategic Plan to Reduce & Prevent Homelessness and provide an opportunity for public input. 11 a.m.–1 p.m. & 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.comarpa
Shadowfist Power Lunch
Tyche's Games 1056 S. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United StatesCome down with your lunch and play Shadowfist. New players welcome. 12 p.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com
Artful Converstation: Preston Dickinson
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesMallory Lind, associate curator of education, will lead a discussion on Preston Dickinson’s painting “Cubistic Interior.” 2 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
LEGO & Builder’s Club
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesDrop in to use LEGOs and other building materials. All ages. 3:30–5:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Athens Reads Together Storytime
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin Miss Rebecca for stories and songs with special guests the UGA Gymdogs. All ages. 5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
A.M. Rodriguez & His Lil’ Pocket Projection Band
Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, GeorgiaAthens Farmers Market. 5–8 p.m. FREE! www.athensfarmersmarket.net
A.M. RODRIGUEZ & HIS LIL' POCKET PROTECTION BAND Local bluesy, alt-country singer-songwriter. (6 p.m.)
Classic City Pétanque Club
Lay Park 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GANew players welcome. Scheduled days are Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays at 10 a.m; Wednesdays at 6 p.m. www.athenspetanque.org
Pancakes and Pajamas
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesEnjoy pancakes and other breakfast foods in your (optional) pajamas while watching a film. Grades 6–12. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
The Lucky Jones
Locos Grill and Pub Eastside 1985 S Barnett Shoals Rd, Athens6–9 p.m. www.facebook.com/theluckyjones
THE LUCKY JONES Old school rockin' rhythm and blues out on the patio.
Trey Anastasio and Classic TAB
Georgia Theatre 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States6:30 p.m. (doors), 7:30 p.m. (show). $80. www.georgiatheatre.com
TREY ANASTASIO AND CLASSIC TAB Guitarist and leader of legendary jam band Phish performs with a backing band that includes drummer Russ Lawton, keyboardist Ray Paczkowski and bassist Dezron Douglas.
Athens Reparations Action
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn about Athens Reparations Action’s mission to promote recognition of the financial impact of urban renewal and other racist policies. 7–9 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Classic City Trivia
The Local 706 1676S Lumpkin St, Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Garrett Lennox. 7 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ClassicCityTriviaCo
Gorgeous George’s Improv League
Buvez 585 Barber Street Suite A, Athens, GA, United StatesTownie improv that invites you to bring suggestions to help create improv magic. Every Wednesday, 7 p.m. $5 suggested donation. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
Bad Dog Trivia
Amici at The Falls 8851 Macon Hwy Suite 501, Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Wednesdays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
Whiskies of India
J's Bottle Shop 1452 Prince Avenue, AthensExperience the rich and diverse flavors of India’s finest whiskies by sampling and learning about their distillation process. 7–9 p.m. $25. www.eventbrite.com/cc/whiskies-of-the-world-2578279
Music Bingo
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesWin prizes at this music bingo night with host Mari. 7–9:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Hendershot’s Comedy
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesEnjoy a lineup featuring comics from Athens and Atlanta as well as newcomers. Hosted by Noell Appling. Every third Wednesday, 8 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.com
Dr. Fred’s Karaoke
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States9 p.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreandbar.com
DR. FRED'S KARAOKE Featuring a large assortment of pop, rock, indie and more.
Donkey Punch, Cardiel, Multiple Miggs
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesShadebeast Presents. 9 p.m. (doors). $12. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
DONKEY PUNCH Raucous, long- running local hard-rock band.
CARDIEL Mexico City skate punk band with elements of psychedelic rock, dub and stoner rock.
MULTIPLE MIGGS High-octane local hardcore band.
Classic City Pétanque Club
Lay Park 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GANew players welcome. Scheduled days are Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays at 10 a.m; Wednesdays at 6 p.m. www.athenspetanque.org
Linnentown Lane Dedication
Athens, GA Athens, GA, United StatesThis ceremony will rename a portion of Finley Street between Cloverhurst Avenue and Baxter Street Linnentown Lane. Shuttles are available from the Lyndon House Arts Center. 10 a.m.–12p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com
Athens Reads Together Storytime
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin Miss Rebecca for stories and songs with special guest DJ Mahogany. All ages. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Open Playtime
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesDrop in for activities that help build brain function and encourage early literacy. Ages 5 & under. 11 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Beyond The Beeps Playgroup
reBlossom Mama & Baby Shop 625 Barber St., Athens, GA, United StatesBring little ones and join other NICU and medical caregivers for support and play. 3:30–5:30 p.m. FREE! www.reblossomathens.com
Kids’ Bookclub
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy this month’s book The First Rule of Punk by Celia C. Pérez. Registration required. Ages 8–11. 4 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Read to Rover
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesReading aloud to a dog helps children develop their reading skills and build confidence. Ages 4 & up. 4–5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Diamond Hill Farm Stand
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesVegetables and fresh flowers are available on hand and pre-ordered. Every Thursday, 4–6 p.m. www.diamondhillfarmathens.com
Author Talk
Ciné Athens, GA, United StatesStanding Rock Sioux tribe author Mona Susan Power will be reading from and signing copies of her new novel, A Council of Dolls. 5 p.m. FREE! english.uga.edu
Business After Hours
Bottleworks 367 Prince Avenue, Athens, United StatesA Bottleworks Block Party with shopping, snacks, raffle prizes and opportunities to create networking contacts. Registration required. 5–7 p.m. FREE! www.athensga.com
Yoga in the Galleries
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy a yoga class in the art galleries led by instructors from Five Points Yoga. Open to all skill levels. Attend in person (first come, first served) or via Zoom. 6 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
Teen Dungeons & Dragons
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesVolunteer-led gaming session for teens of all skill levels. Grades 6–12. 6–7 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Artist Reception
ATHICA 675 Pulaski St., Athens, GA, United StatesArtist Mickey Oscar Boyd’s completed exhibition “The Vernacular of Placeless Architecture; or, Stairs and Portals to the Same Place” will be on view. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.athica.org
Opening Reception
tiny ATH gallery 174 Cleveland Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesWorks by Jim Barsness and Jesse Blalock will be on view. 6–9 p.m. FREE! www.tinyathgallery.com
Thursday Trivia
Johnny's New York Style Pizza 1040 Gaines School Rd Suite 219, Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Jon Head. 6:30 p.m. www.johnnyspizza.com
Trey Anastasio and Classic TAB
Georgia Theatre 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States6:30 p.m. (doors), 7:30 p.m. (show). $80. www.georgiatheatre.com
TREY ANASTASIO AND CLASSIC TAB Guitarist and leader of legendary jam band Phish performs with a backing band that includes drummer Russ Lawton, keyboardist Ray Paczkowski and bassist Dezron Douglas.
Rock ‘n Roll Trivia
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host The Music Man. 7 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Bad Dog Trivia
The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Thursdays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
Gins of the South
J's Bottle Shop 1452 Prince Avenue, AthensLearn about the distillation process of a variety of local gins while enjoying cocktails, entertainment and live music. 7–9 p.m. $25. www.jsbottleshop.com
Hilary Hahn
Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall 230 River Rd., Athens, GA, United States7:30 p.m. $45–90. pac.uga.edu
HILARY HAHN Three-time Grammy winner and violin virtuoso performing a selection of J.S. Bach's sonatas and partitas for solo violin.
A.D. Blanco
Madison Morgan Cultural Center 434 S Main St, Madison, United States7:30 p.m. $35. www.mmcc-arts.org
A.D. BLANCO Local indie rock trio inspired by '90s grunge and early 2000s pop rock.
Secret Comedy Show
Onward Reserve 146 East Clayton Street, Athens, GA, United StatesFrom standup to improv and alternative comedy, every week will feature something unique. Thursdays, 8 p.m. $5–7. www.athenscomedy.ticketleap.com
