Calendar Picks
New Town Revue | Thursday, April 24 @ 6:00 pm | ACE/FRANCISCO Gallery
New Town Revue ACE/FRANCISCO Gallery
Stephen Steinbrink, Isra and the Paisleys, Zach Ritter and the Eternal Soup
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesAttaboy Tapes Presents. 8 p.m. $12 (adv.), $15. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
STEPHEN STEINBRINK Oakland, CA-based musician with a unique and intricate fingerpicking style on guitar and a songwriting style that reverse engineers pop music taped off the radio.
ISRA AND THE PAISLEYS Atlanta/Athens bubblegum pop band.
ZACH RITTER AND THE ETERNAL SOUP The quietest band in town.
Morning Dew, Split Silk, Cryptorchid, The Next Mourning
Buvez 585 Barber Street Suite A, Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. $10. www.instagram.com/buvez_athens
MORNING DEW Two-piece screamo band based in Pittsburg.
SPLIT SILK Noisy and cathartic post-hardcore led by Lucca Carver.
CRYPTORCHID Local blackened hardcore punk.
THE NEXT MOURNING Athens DIY emo.
Parade After Party
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesStop by after the downtown Parade of Lights to carry on the holiday festivities. 9 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.com
Frankenfunk Cinnamon Jam
Nowhere Bar 240 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States9:30 p.m. www.facebook.com/NowhereBarAthens
FRANKENFUNK CINNAMON JAM Live freeform funk to dance to and a rotating crew of musicians. Feel free to bring an instrument.
Holiday Tunes at the Piano
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens 780 Timothy Rd., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 7:30 p.m. (show). $10 suggested donation for adults. [email protected]
HOLIDAY TUNES AT THE PIANO Following the recent release of a new holiday song, “The White Elephant Waltz,” local songwriter and pianist Bart King will perform original and classic holiday tunes. He'll be joined by vocalists Tracy Brown and Sally Ann Nichols.
Frame Sale
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe museum has a large selection of high-quality frames for sale in all sizes. Dec. 3–4 & 6–7, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Dec. 5, 10 a.m.–9 p.m. Dec. 8, 1–5 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
Madison Holiday Tour of Homes
Madison Morgan Cultural Center 434 S Main St, Madison, United StatesTake a self-guided walking tour of preserved antebellum homes decorated in festive holiday decor. Dec. 6–7, 10 a.m.–9 p.m. $40–70. www.mmcc-arts.org
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. Every Friday, 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Woodhill Holiday Market
4745 Bob Godfrey Rd. 4745 Bob Godfrey Rd, Athens, GeorgiaBrowse locally-crafted functional and decorative art, clothing, jewelry, candles and more. Dec. 6, 3–8 p.m. Dec. 7–8 & 14–15, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. www.barbaraodil.com/woodhillartshow2024
Holiday Artists’ Market
Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, GeorgiaBrowse art, handmade gifts and baked goods plus a visit from Santa, live music and a food truck on site. 3–9 p.m. www.creaturecomfortsbeer.com
Holiday Artists’ Market
Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, GeorgiaHoliday Artists' Market. 3–9 p.m. (market). FREE! www.creaturecomfortsbeer.com
BASKETBALL TEAM UNPLUGGED Local Christmas all-star band presenting a night of holiday favorites, with everything from pop classics to carols. (5 p.m.)
THE HUMDINGERS Acoustic interpretations of pop and soul. (7 p.m.)
Pet Photos with Santa
Comer Veterinary Hospital 311 Georgia Highway 72, Comer, United StatesDrop in with your pet for photos with Santa and treats. 3:30–5:30 p.m. FREE! www.comervethospital.com
Tasting with Cathead Distillery
Tonique Bottle Co. 625 Barber Street Suite 120, Athens, United StatesSample the distillery’s new line of Hoodoo Espresso Martini. 5–7 p.m. FREE! www.shoptonique.com
Pop-Up Boutique Sale
145 Yorkshire Road 145 Yorkshire Rd., Bogart, United StatesBrowse hand-painted silk scarves, garments and wall art by Margaret Agner; hand-felted coats, hats and scarves by Tina Tinsley; and jewelry by Jeanne Peck . Dec. 6, 5–8 p.m. Dec. 7, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. 706-540-3040
Retro Playtime
Lexington Vintage 1743 Lexington Rd, Athens, GARelive your childhood with retro toys and games, plus snacks. 5–8 p.m. FREE! www.lexingtonvintageathens.com
Discover Christmas
Downtown JeffersonShop by candlelight at pop-up vendors and brick-and-mortar shops with hayrides, s’mores and a tree lighting. 5–9 p.m. www.cityofjeffersonga.com
Holiday Warehouse Market
Mbare Home + Gift 160 Mill Center Blvd., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse crafted functional and decorative art from African artisans and crafters. Dec. 6, 5–9 p.m. Dec. 7, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. www.mbare.com
Deck the Hollow
Bear Hollow Zoo at Memorial Park 293 Gran Ellen Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesCelebrate the holidays in lights with live music, animal encounters and photo opportunities. Dec. 6–8 & 13–15, 5:30–7:30 p.m. $5. www.facebook.com/BearHollowZoo
One Night Stand
Revolution Therapy and Yoga 675 Pulaski St., Athens, GA, United StatesA monthly edu-taiment event with micro talks about anything sexuality related with snacks and drinks. 18 & up. 5:30–7:30 p.m. $10. www.revolutiontherapyandyoga.com
Paint Night
Lay Park Community Center 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesPaint works of art from provided examples and supplies. Registration required. 6 p.m. $10 (ACC resident), $15 (non-resident). www.accgovga.myrec.com
Holiday Cocktail Party
The Taylor-Grady House 634 Prince Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy a candlelight tour with cocktails and hors d’oeuvres. Ages 21 & up. 6–8 p.m. $25. www.taylorgrady.com
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
Holiday Soirée
OCAF 34 School St., Watkinsville, GA, United StatesGather with other art lovers to enjoy drinks, snacks, live music and an art raffle with art activities for kids. 6–10 p.m. www.ocaf.com
Athens Uncovered: Revival
The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesAthens Uncovered: Revival. 6–11 p.m. SOLD OUT! www.nuci.org/athens-uncovered
NOODLE SOUP GROUP Participants of Nuçi's Space's Camp Amped show off what they've learned.
ATHENS MUSIC ROYALTY SUPERGROUP Featuring members of R.E.M., Camper Van Beethoven, Randall Bramblett Band, Drive-By Truckers, Five Eight, Cracker and more.
Scarlet Stitch
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesMonthly Residency. 7 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
SCARLET STITCH Rock and roll band influenced by outlaw country, jam bands and alternative rock.
The Grinch
UGA Fine Arts Theatre 255 Baldwin St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe Studio Athens presents an original dance and theater adaptation of the classic Dr. Seuss tale. Dec. 6–7, 7 p.m. Dec. 7–8, 1 p.m. $20. www.thestudioath.com
Friday Night Initiative
Online: Tyche's GamesLearn how to play a new roleplaying game. New players welcome. 7 p.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com
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
The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe
The Elbert Theatre 100 S. Oliver St., Elbert, GA, United StatesThis dramatization of C.S. Lewis’ work faithfully recreates the magic and mystery of the classic story. Dec. 6–7 & 13–14, 7 p.m. Dec. 8 & 15, 2 p.m. $12 (adv.), $17. [email protected]
Athens Rock Lobsters vs. Blue Ridge Bobcats
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
Country River Band
VFW Post 2872 835 Sunset Dr, Athens7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $10. www.facebook.com/vfwpost2872
COUNTRY RIVER BAND Classic western and honky-tonk style country band. Line dancing during the band breaks.
Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley
150 Fritz Mar Lane 150 Fritz Mar Ln, Athens, United StatesA candlelit performance of the play that follows Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice characters reuniting for the holidays. Dec. 6–7, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 8, 2:30 p.m. $20. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
Beetlejuice Jr.
Oconee Youth Theater 1050 Jamestown Blvd., Watkinsville, GA, United StatesMusical based on the original movie with a cast drawn from 16 area schools. Dec. 6–8, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 8, 2:30 p.m. $15–20. www.oconeeyouthplayhouse.com
A Spell for Winter
Town & Gown Players 115 Grady Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThe world premiere of a magical holiday musical featuring a young wizard’s life changing journey at a new school. Dec. 6–7 & 12–14, 8 p.m. Dec. 8 & 15, 2 p.m. $24. www.townandgownplayers.org
hambear, Cuddling, The Next Mourning
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. (doors). $10. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
HAMBEAR Five-piece grunge emo-rock band based in Athens.
CUDDLING Athens emo band that claims to make "the worst songs you've ever heard."
THE NEXT MOURNING Athens DIY emo.
Snuki, Allergic, Identity Shock, Pervert, Delta 8, Big Trouble
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesBruisefest Night One. 8 p.m. (doors), 9 p.m. (show). $10. www.40watt.com
SNUKI Local hardcore punk band.
ALLERGIC Atlanta hardore.
IDENTITY SHOCK Atlanta hardcore.
PERVERT Brilliantly wrecked, inner core-heavy rock.
DELTA 8 Old school hardcore punk.
BIG TROUBLE Hardcore punk and thrash supergroup featuring members of Weaponized Flesh, Snuki, Pervert and Apparition.
Broken String Band
Nowhere Bar 240 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States9 p.m. $10. facebook.com/NowhereBarAthens
BROKEN STRING BAND Americana band blending Western folk with indie rock.
Magical Christmas
Comer, GA ComerThe city of Comer celebrates with a Reindeer Run (7:45 a.m.), Christmas parade (12 p.m.) and photos with Santa (1–3 p.m.). FREE! www.cityofcomer.com
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
esp Athens Breakfast with Santa
esp 189 VFW Dr, WatkinsvilleEnjoy a pancake breakfast and photos with Santa Claus. Registration required. 8–11 a.m.$10–40. www.espyouandme.org
Breakfast with Santa
Camp Kiwanis 2613 Old Wildcat Bridge Rd., Danielsville, GA, United StatesHave a chat with Santa to share your holiday wish list and make holiday crafts. Registration required. 9 a.m. $15. www.tinyurl.com/CK24BfastwithSanta
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
Holiday Market
Athens Revival City 1200 Forest Heights Dr, AthensBrowse artisanal goods and homemade gifts. 9 a.m.–1 p.m. www.revivalcityathens.church
Holiday Market
Farmview Market 2610 Eatonton Rd., Madison, GA, United StatesEnjoy live music, browse vendors, participate in crafts, sign up for a candle pouring class and take paid photos with Santa. 9 a.m.–2 p.m. www.farmviewmarket.com
Ceramics Open Studio & Holiday Sale
Nancy Green Ceramics 1500 Tappan Spur Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse a variety of local pottery at the annual event. Dec. 7–8, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. www.nancygreenceramics.com
Open House Pottery Sale
Farmington Pottery 1171 Freeman Creek Rd., Bishop, GA, United StatesGeoff and Lisa Pickett will have a selection of pots of all kinds for house and garden, handmade soaps and botanical skincare products for sale. Dec. 7–8, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. www.pickettpottery.com
Ceramics Open Studio & Holiday Sale
440 Laurel Ave. 440 Laurel Ave., Comer, United StatesBrowse Mathew Meunier’s functional pottery featuring surface textures and geometric forms. Dec. 7–8, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. www.mathewmeunier.com
Family Day: Let It Snow
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesCelebrate the season change with snow-inspired art and participating in fun Art Cart activities. 10 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
Metal Enameling Workshop
Lyndon House Arts Center 211 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesLeslie Litt will lead a hands-on workshop transforming metal into colorful ornaments. 10 a.m. $25. www.facebook.com/LyndonHouseArts
