Calendar Picks
Athens Clay Trail | Sunday, June 8 @ 9:00 am | Various Locations
Athens Clay Trail Various Locations
Miss Juneteenth Pageant 2025 | Sunday, June 8 @ 5:00 pm | Morton Theatre
Miss Juneteenth Pag... Morton Theatre
John Berry, Michael C. Steele, Kenny Head, Bill Pappas | Saturday, June 28 @ 2:00 pm | Normaltown Brewing Co.
John Berry, Michael... Normaltown Brewing Co.
Plini, Strawberry Girls, Standards
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States6 p.m. (doors). $31. www.40watt.com
PLINI Songwriting project of Australian instrumental prog rock guitarist Plini Roessler-Holgate.
STRAWBERRY GIRL Salinas, CA band that specializes in all things purely instrumental.
STANDARDS LA math rock duo enthusiastic about everything fruit.
Classic City Trivia
Akademia Brewing Co. 150 Crane Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Garrett Lennox. 7 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ClassicCityTriviaCo
Bad Dog Trivia
Amici Athens 233 E Clayton St, Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Tuesdays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
Next Act Cabaret
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesUGA’s student-run musical theatre group will put on a performance based on Disney Channel original movies. 7 p.m. $10. www.hendershotsathens.com
Psaltery, Antlered Aunt Lord, Viv Awesome
Buvez 585 Barber Street Suite A, Athens, GA, United StatesPrimordial Void Presents. 7 p.m. $10. www.facebook.com/buvezathens
PSALTERY Angular indie/folk rock from Atlanta, featuring Paris Young of PV-affiliated band Team Deathmatch.
ANTLERED AUNT LORD Local cult favorites producing feedback-drenched noise pop, led by songwriter Jesse Stinnard (Tunabunny).
VIV AWESOME Folky shoegaze from Athens.
Open Mic Night
Rabbit Hole Studios 1001 Winterville Rd., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/whiterabbitproductionsllc
OPEN MIC NIGHT A night of community in music.
Latin American Music Ensemble
Ramsey Hall 230 River Rd., Athens, GA, United States7:30 p.m. music.uga.edu
LATIN AMERICAN MUSIC ENSEMBLE Part of UGA's Spotlight on the Arts.
Athens Rock and Gem Club
Holy Cross Lutheran Church 800 West Lake Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesThe meeting begins with club business followed by an educational program, this month Jim Maudsley will present on Arkansas Quartz. 7:30 p.m. FREE! www.athensrockandgemclub.org
Marcus King
Georgia Theatre 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $45. www.georgiatheatre.com
MARCUS KING Grammy Award-nominated Southern rock artist with a bluesy, soulful sound influenced by Duane Allman, B.B. King and Waylon Jennings.
JOSHUA RAY WALKER Country singer-songwriter and storyteller full of personality.
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
The Ringers
Nowhere Bar 240 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States9:30 p.m. www.facebook.com/NowhereBarAthens
THE RINGERS Super-group bringing together rock, funk, jazz, blues and African music.
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
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
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
Holiday Market
Athens Academy 1281 Spartan Ln., Athens, GA, United StatesOver 80 vendors from across the Southeast offering a variety items including jewelry, pottery and more. Nov. 15, 5–7 p.m. $5. Nov. 16, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. FREE! www.athensacademy.org
MrJordanMrTonks
Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, GeorgiaAthens Farmers Market. 5–8 p.m. FREE! www.athensfarmersmarket.net
MRJORDANMRTONKS Tommy Jordan and William Tonks' collaboration features rootsy guitar picking and paired vocal melodies. (6 p.m.)
Colson Whitehead
UGA Chapel 109 Herty Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesThe Pulitzer Prize-winning author will give a public talk as part of the Ferdinand Phinizy Lecture series. 5:30 p.m. FREE! willson.uga.edu
Wines for the Thanksgiving Table
Tapped Athens Wine Market 297 Prince Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy a six-selection wine tasting to find the perfect bottle for your holiday celebration. 6:30 p.m. $40. [email protected]
Salsa Dancing
Starland Lounge & Lanes 145 E. Clayton St., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin SALSAthens for Cuban salsa lessons that meet a variety of dance abilities, including beginners. Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. (advanced), 7:30 p.m. (beginner/intermediate). $10. [email protected]
Author Talk & Book Signing
Ciné Athens, GA, United StatesLocal author Lindsey Harding celebrates her book Pilgrims 2.0 with an author talk followed by book signing. 7–8 p.m. FREE! www.avidbookshop.com
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
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
Lavender Lens Movie Night
ATHICA 675 Pulaski St., Athens, GA, United StatesThis series presents queer and diverse films in a safe space. This week’s screening is short films by independent and emerging filmmakers. 7 p.m. FREE! www.athica.org/updates/lavenderlens
Pachinko Pop
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesScreening of the 1967 Japanese chambara film Zatoichi Challenged. 7 p.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreandbar.com
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
Grumpy, Joey Nebulous, Dog Person
Buvez 585 Barber Street Suite A, Athens, GA, United StatesAttaboy Tapes Presents. 7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $10. www.facebook.com/BuvezAthens
GRUMPY Rocking indie pop led by New Yorker Mason Schmitt.
JOEY NEBULOUS Light-hearted queer pop from Chicago.
DOG PERSON Organ-driven pop with breezy ennui from members of The Buddy System, Nana Grizol and Circulatory System.
Chinese Music Ensemble
Hugh Hodgson School of Music 250 River Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesBand Room. 7:30 p.m. music.uga.edu
CHINESE MUSIC ENSEMBLE Part of UGA's Spotlight on the Arts.
“Transcend”
UGA New Dance Theatre 263 W. Green St., Athens, GA, United StatesA series of performances featuring the Senior Exit and Emerging Choreographers Showcase. A Spotlight on the Arts event. Nov. 15–18, 7:30 p.m. Nov. 18–19, 2:30 p.m. $8 (students/seniors), $15. dance.uga.edu
Sweet Dreams
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesDanceFX presents and evening of candy-themed dance performances. 7:30 p.m. $8. www.40watt.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
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
Marcus King
Georgia Theatre 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $45. www.georgiatheatre.com
MARCUS KING Grammy Award-nominated Southern rock artist with a bluesy, soulful sound influenced by Duane Allman, B.B. King and Waylon Jennings.
JOSHUA RAY WALKER Country singer-songwriter and storyteller full of personality.
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.
Holiday Market
Athens Academy 1281 Spartan Ln., Athens, GA, United StatesOver 80 vendors from across the Southeast offering a variety items including jewelry, pottery and more. Nov. 15, 5–7 p.m. $5. Nov. 16, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. FREE! www.athensacademy.org
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 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
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
Music in the Galleries
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United States5 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
MUSIC IN THE GALLERIES A jazz quartet will perform American jazz standards in the galleries of "Southern/Modern."
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
Light + Pressure
The Leathers Building 675 Pulaski St., Suite 1600, Athens, United States“Light + pressure” features firefly photography on metal by Mark Magnarella and embossed abstracts on handmade paper by Ben Sidney Rouse. Part of Third Thursday. Suite 1600. 6–9 p.m. FREE! www.mmagna.com, www.rouseartwork.com
Artist Reception
tiny ATH gallery 174 Cleveland Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesDuring Third Thursday, works by Kip Ramey will be on display. 6–9 p.m. FREE! www.tinyathgallery.com
Light Beams
JOKERJOKER Gallery 145 Vine St, Athens, GA, United StatesLIVE In The Studio. 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.jokerjokertv.com/watch
LIGHT BEAMS JOKERJOKERtv presents a virtual performance of a D.C.-based band influenced by '80s-era dance music.
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
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
