Calendar Picks
AOC Twilight Criterium | Saturday, April 26 @ 6:30 am | Downtown Athens
AOC Twilight Criterium Downtown Athens
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
Clint Bussey
@local. Coffeehouse & Study Lounge 198 College Ave., Athens, GA, United States9 p.m. FREE! www.localonchurch.com
CLINT BUSSEY Solo acoustic set of original rock and folk music as well as covers.
Freeman Leverett, Sarah Zúñiga, Honey Puppy
Ciné Athens, GA, United States9 p.m. $10. www.athenscine.com
FREEMAN LEVERETT Hypnotic local songwriter with dreamy vocals, exuberant melodies and cosmopolitan influences.
SARAH ZÚÑIGA Ecuadorian-Nicaraguan indie rock songstress reminiscent of '90s singer-songwriters.
HONEY PUPPY Indie rock band self-described as a "menace to society."
Athens Showgirl Cabaret Fabulous Friday
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesEnjoy a fabulous night of drag entertainment with a Kellie Divine and Jenn Sparx Birthday Bash. Ages 18 & up. 9 p.m. $5. www.athensshowgirlcabaret.com
Athens Farmers Market
Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesMarkets offer locally grown groceries and handmade goods. Attendees can enjoy free live music and children’s activities. AFM doubles SNAP dollars spent at the market. Every Saturday, 8 a.m.–12 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net
Mark Plemmons, Caleb Jeremiah
Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesAthens Farmers Market. 8 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.athensfarmersmarket.net
MARK PLEMMONS Talented local pianist. (8 a.m.)
CALEB JEREMIAH No info available. (10 a.m.)
Pottery Open Studio
Regina Mandell's Studio 1063 West Hancock Avenue, Athens, GARegina Mandell will host a holiday sale at her pottery studio. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! www.reginamandell.com
All Are Welcome Annual Fall Market
Sisters of the Moon 297 Prince Ave, Suite 17, Athens, United StatesSisters of the Moon inaugural event celebrating queer, POC and local artisans with an inclusive marketplace. Oct. 11–12, 10 a.m–5 p.m. FREE! www.shopsotm.com
All Are Welcome Market
Sisters of the Moon 297 Prince Ave, Suite 17, Athens, United StatesAll Are Welcome Market. 10 a.m.–5 p.m. (market), 1 p.m. (music). www.shopsotm.com
JAZMIN JENAY R&B singer and actress who recently appeared on “The Jennifer Hudson Show.”
MILYSSA ROSE Versatile artist bouncing from pop, rock, club bangers and hip hop collaborations.
RAE & THE RAGDOLLS Atlanta rock and rollers blending folky psychedelia and room rattling rock.
The Christmas Escape
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesJeanette Waddell, featured storyteller at the Harriet Tubman Museum, recounts the William and Ellen Craft story. Ages 14 & up. 11 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
West Broad Farmers Market
West Broad Farmers Market 1573 W. Broad St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe market offers fresh produce, locally raised meat and eggs, baked goods, flowers, artisan goods and more. Online ordering is available Sundays–Thursdays for drive-thru pick up. Saturdays, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. www.wbfm.locallygrown.net
Really, Really Free Market
Reese and Pope ParkJust like a yard sale, but everything is free. Bring what you can, take what you need. Second Saturday of every month. 12–1:30 p.m. [email protected], www.facebook.com/RRFMAthens
Tween Builder’s Stem Club
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesDrop in and build your own creations with STEM toys. Ages 8-12. 1–3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Heritage Walk: Tour of Carr’s Hill
Carr's Hill 594 Oconee St, Athens, GATour one of the first developed areas of Athens with Maxine Pinson Easom co-author of Across the River: The People, Places, and Culture of East Athens. 2–4 p.m. $25. www.historicathens.com
Dancefloor
work.shop 160 Winston Dr. #9, Athens, GA, United States3:30–7 p.m. $5 suggested donation. [email protected]
DANCEFLOOR DJ De La Luna and DJ Charlieflower lead a family-friendly, sober dance party featuring trance music.
Georgia vs. Ole Miss
Sanford Stadium 100 Sanford Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesCheer on the Georgia Bulldogs football team as they face the Mississippi Rebels. 3:30 p.m. www.georgiadogs.com
Opening Reception
OCAF 34 School St., Watkinsville, GA, United StatesNoah James Saunders’ exhibition “Wire and Shadow – Portraits of Poems” will be on display before it heads to the West Coast. 4–8 p.m. FREE! www.noahjamessaunders.com
Kate Morrissey Band
Oconee Cultural Arts Foundation 34 School St., Athens, GA, United States"Wire and Shadow - Portraits of Poems" Reception. 4–8 p.m. FREE! www.ocaf.com
KATE MORRISSEY BAND Literate, sincere local group whose live shows come punctuated with an offbeat sense of humor.
Opening Reception
150 Barrow St. 150 Barrow St., Athens“Inside Jobs” is a group show curated by Minnie Black and Marcel Sletten of Primordial Void with musical performances by Reed Winckler and Karina Teichert. 7–9 p.m. FREE! www.primordial-void.com
Reed Winckler, Karina Teichert
150 Barrow St. 150 Barrow St., AthensPrimordial Void Presents: "Inside Jobs" Exhibition. 7–9 p.m. FREE! www.primordial-void.com
REED WINCKLER Atlanta singer-songwriter specializing in melancholic folk for fans of Elliott Smith and Joanne Robertson.
KARINA TEICHERT Atlanta-based songwriter.
Kenny and the Bashers
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United States8 p.m. FREE! www.hendershotsathens.com
KENNY AND THE BASHERS Kenny Corpes and his band perform a set for his fake birthday.
Rat Babies, Victory Hands, Unus Mundus
Ciné Athens, GA, United States9 p.m. (doors), 10 p.m. (show). $10. www.athenscine.com
RAT BABIES Experimental grunge rock group with an emphasis on doom metal.
VICTORY HANDS Atlanta-based quartet with an oddly compelling form of abstract punk rock.
UNUS MUNDUS Southern instrumental blues with a doom metal edge.
Adoption Awareness
Cornerstone Church 4680 Lexington Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesCelebrate Adoption Day by hearing from prospective adoptive agencies, listening to stories of children ready for adoption and more. 8 a.m.–1 p.m. FREE! www.cornerstoneathens.cc
All Are Welcome Annual Fall Market
Sisters of the Moon 297 Prince Ave, Suite 17, Athens, United StatesSisters of the Moon inaugural event celebrating queer, POC and local artisans with an inclusive marketplace. Oct. 11–12, 10 a.m–5 p.m. FREE! www.shopsotm.com
All Are Welcome Market
Sisters of the Moon 297 Prince Ave, Suite 17, Athens, United StatesAll Are Welcome Market. 10 a.m.–5 p.m. (market), 1 p.m. (music). www.shopsotm.com
ANIME ZAYY Anime-aesthetic inspired rapper with a blend of trap, R&B and lo-fi sounds.
CHASING JONAH Alternative indie pop artist from Florida.
PERFECT ANIMAL Atlanta group with shoegaze guitar leads and introspective lyrics.
Boybutante Drag Brunch
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesEnjoy a breakfast buffet with drag performances by Boybutante’s queens and kings. 11 a.m. & 1 p.m. $25. www.facebook.com/boybutante
Treehouse Squared Fall Fest
Treehouse Kid & Craft 815 W. Broad St., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin Treehouse Zine and Treehouse Kid and Craft for candle-making, zine-making, music and more. All ages. 12–3 p.m. FREE! www.treehousezine.com
Classic City Pétanque Club
Lay Park Community Center 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesNew players welcome. Scheduled play days are Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays at 1:30 p.m. [email protected], www.athenspetanque.org
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
Mother Courage & Her Children
UGA Fine Arts Theatre 255 Baldwin St., Athens, GA, United StatesUGA Theatre presents a play about Mother Courage navigating a post-apocalyptic war to support her children. Nov. 9–10 & 15–18, 8 p.m. Nov. 12 & 19, 2 p.m. $6 (UGA students), $18 (public). www.ugatheatre.com
Athentic Bluegrass Jam
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United States2–5 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
ATHENTIC BLUEGRASS JAM Bring an instrument for an open mic afternoon of bluegrass.
Sunday Spotlight Tour
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesThis drop-in public tour features highlights of the permanent collection. 3 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
Mythos & Machinations
Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall 230 River Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesUGA Opera Theatre presents an evening of familiar favorites and lesser-known works. Nov. 10, 7:30 p.m. Nov. 12, 3 p.m. $20. pac.uga.edu
Mythos & Machinations: A Night of Fine Opera
Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall 230 River Rd., Athens, GA, United States3 p.m. $20. pac.uga.edu
UGA OPERA THEATRE The program "Mythos & Machinations: A Night of Fine Opera" highlights familiar favorites and lesser-known works.
Doc Lunwood Cleaveland
Boutier Winery & Inn 4506 Hudson River Church Road, Danielsville, GA, United StatesWine Down in the Winery. 3–5 p.m. FREE! www.boutierwinery.com
DOC LYNWOOD CLEAVELAND Modern rock songs.
Bad Dog Trivia
Southern Brewing Co. 231 Collins Industrial Blvd., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Sundays, 4 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
Cuban Salsa
UGA Memorial Hall 101 Sanford Dr, Athens, GA, United StatesJoin UGA Salsa Club for lessons that meet a variety of dance abilities, including beginners. Sundays, 4–6 p.m. FREE! www.ugasalsaclub.com
Bad Dog Trivia
The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Sundays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
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 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Nia Classes
RxGym 195 Miles Street Athens, Athens, GA, United StatesMindful movement for body and soul, adaptable for all ages and fitness levels. Mondays and Thursdays, 10 a.m. $15–20. [email protected]
Classic City Rotary
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThe local chapter meets weekly. Mondays, 11:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Lunch & Learn
Oglethorpe Co. Library 858 Athens Rd., Lexington, GA, United StatesTrina Gaither’s talk “Beans, The Perfect Vegetable” focuses how to grow and use a select varieties from Georgia, and there will be samples, seeds and recipes. 12 p.m. FREE! www.oglethorpefol.org
Beginner Adult Learn to Ride
Sandy Creek Park 400 Bob Holman Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn to ride a bike in a safe and friendly environment. Ages 18 & up. 1–3 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/trails
Vietnamese Class Monday
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesInstructor Martine Thy Nguyen teaches the basics of Vietnamese to adult learners of all levels. 6 p.m. 18 & up. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Upcycling Workshop
The Winterville Center for Community & Culture 371 N. Church St, Athens, GA, United StatesBring an article of clothing and Jamil of “Z as in” will help you create something new. 6–8 p.m. $10. www.wintervillecenter.com
Author Talk & Book Signing
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesEsra Mirze Santesso will discuss and sign copies of her book Muslim Comics and Warscape Witnessing. 7–8 p.m. FREE! www.avidbookshop.com
Meditation Monday
Sisters of the Moon 297 Prince Ave, Suite 17, Athens, United StatesJoin others for a collective tarot reading followed by a guided meditation, breath work, journal prompts and more. All ages. 7–8:30 p.m. FREE! www.shopsotm.com
ACC Federation of Neighborhoods
Ciné Athens, GA, United StatesThe Federation of Neighborhoods informs neighborhoods about local issues that affect them. This month’s topic is homelessness in Athens. 7 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/federationofneighborhoods
Monday Trivia with Erin
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Erin. 7–9 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
