Calendar Picks
New Town Revue | Thursday, April 24 @ 6:00 pm | ACE/FRANCISCO Gallery
New Town Revue ACE/FRANCISCO Gallery
AOC Twilight Criterium | Friday, April 25 @ 12:00 pm | Downtown Athens
AOC Twilight Criterium Downtown Athens
Strike Fashion Show | Friday, April 25 @ 5:45 pm | Geography Geology Building
Strike Fashion Show Geography Geology Building
AOC Twilight Criterium | Saturday, April 26 @ 6:30 am | Downtown Athens
AOC Twilight Criterium Downtown Athens
DIY Gift Wrap Party
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesDrop in and wrap your gifts with the creative supplies provided. All ages. 12–8 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.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
Opening Reception
tiny ATH gallery 174 Cleveland Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesNoah Lagle’s exhibition “Goodest Neighbors” explores the act of sending and receiving messages through unexpected and overlooked carriers. 5–8 p.m. Donations accepted. www.tinyathgallery.com
Athens Holiday Market
Big City Bread Café 393 North Finley Street, Athens, United StatesBrowse local pottery, wood crafts, soap, jewelry, stained glass and more. Dec. 12–13, 5–9 p.m. www.facebook.com/athensholidaymarket
Adult Dungeons & Dragons
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesA gaming session for players of all skill levels. Ages 18 & up. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Jolly Jamboree
Aaron Heard Community Center 400 McKinley Dr., AthensCelebrate the holidays with crafts and activities. 10 & under. 6–7:30 p.m. FREE! www.accgovga.myrec.com
KnitLits Knitting Group
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesKnitters of all levels are invited to have fun, share craft ideas and knit to their hearts’ content. Thursdays, 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Rick Fowler Acoustic Band
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesBlues and Brews. 5 p.m. (doors), 6 p.m. (show). $5. www.athenticbrewing.com
RICK FOWLER ACOUSTIC BAND Original, guitar-driven local blues-rock group. Every second Thursday.
Thursday Trivia
Johnny's New York Style Pizza 1040 Gaines School Rd Suite 219, Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Todd Henderson. 6:30 p.m. www.johnnyspizza.com
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
Karaoke at the VFW
VFW Post 3910 136 Glenhaven Ave., Athens, GA, United States7–11 p.m. Donations accepted. [email protected]
KARAOKE AT THE VFW Enjoy singing and dancing. All levels welcome. Every Thursday.
Hana Eid, Recess Party, Honeyknife
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $10 (adv.). www.40watt.com
HANA EID Emotive indie rock artist who takes inspiration from the likes of Wednesday, Lucy Dacus and Big Thief.
RECESS PARTY Local indie-rock band with a self-described collage of rock, funk and alternative.
HONEYKNIFE Atlanta alt-rock known for live shows with untamed energy.
Flying Squid Improv Jam
150 Fritz Mar Lane 150 Fritz Mar Ln, Athens, United StatesImprovisors of all skill levels are invited to practice and play together. 8 p.m. $5 suggested donation. www.flyingsquidcomedy.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
Liz Farrell, Mary Margaret Cozart, Elli Perry
Normal Bar 1365 Prince Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesAttaboy Tapes Presents. 7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $10. www.facebook.com/normal.bar.7
LIZ FARRELL Jeff Buckley-inspired vocals accompanied by intricate ukulele.
MARY MARGARET COZART Former Athenian now based in Savannah who crafts beautiful indie rock songs.
ELLI PERRY A melancholy mesmerist, a ballsy chanteuse or a howling one-woman vocal wrecking crew whose style ranges from Southern Gothic blues and folk to experimental alternative rock and roll.
Nuclear Tourism, Mantra, Honeypuppy
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. (doors). $10. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
NUCLEAR TOURISM Skate punks playing surfy, garage-infused songs.
MANTRA Indie alt-pop-rock weird thing from Charleston, SC.
HONEYPUPPY Indie rock self-described as a "menace to society."
Nackashi Group
Manhattan Cafe 337 N Hull Street, Athens, United States8:30 p.m. (show). FREE! 706-369-9767
NACKASHI GROUP Featuring Jay Nackashi on keys, George Davison on saxophone and Brandon McDearis on drums.
Jive Mother Mary
Nowhere Bar 240 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States9 p.m. $10. www.facebook.com/NowhereBarAthens
JIVE MOTHER MARY All-encompassing rock music from North Carolina.
Holiday Play All Day
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesDrop-in play with holiday crafts, prizes, freebies and games along with a cupcake and hot cocoa bar. All ages. 10 a.m.–5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.com/oconee
Bouncing Baby Storytime
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesJoin Ms. Donna for a music and language floor-based program. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Mary Porter Studio Sale
824 Boulevard 824 Boulevard, Athens, United StatesBrowse new and vintage works. Dec. 13, 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Dec. 14, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. www.maryporterpaintings.com
Womannheim Steamroller
Buvez 585 Barber Street Suite A, Athens, GA, United StatesWeihnachtsmarkt und Konzert. 4 p.m. (market), 7 p.m. (show). www.instagram.com/buvez_athens
WOMANNHEIM STEAMROLLER Mannheim Steamroller tribute act.
Weihnachtsmarkt und Konzert
Buvez 585 Barber Street Suite A, Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse a small German-inspired Christmas market followed by a holiday performance. 4–7 p.m. www.instagram.com/buvez_athens
Normaltown Pottery Holiday Sale
Normaltown Pottery 465 Belvoir Heights, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesThis holiday sale will feature handmade, functional pottery from studio potters. Dec. 13, 4–9 p.m. Dec. 14, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. 762-728-0575
Athens Holiday Market
Big City Bread Café 393 North Finley Street, Athens, United StatesBrowse local pottery, wood crafts, soap, jewelry, stained glass and more. Dec. 12–13, 5–9 p.m. www.facebook.com/athensholidaymarket
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
Light the Lights
Bishop Town Hall 5081 Macon Hwy, Bishop, United StatesBrowse the holiday market and enjoy hot chocolate, music, kids crafts and more. 4 p.m. (market), 6 p.m. (activities). FREE! www.facebook.com/bishopga
MrJordanMrTonks
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United States6–8:30 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
MRJORDANMRTONKS Tommy Jordan and William Tonks' collaboration features rootsy guitar picking and paired vocal melodies.
The Sensational Sounds of Motown
The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United States6 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $15 (adv.), $20. bit.ly/SoundsOfMotownDec13
THE SENSATIONAL SOUNDS OF MOTOWN Six veteran musicians deliver an exciting, live-energy show.
Journey Through Bethlehem
Tuckston United Methodist Church 4175 Lexington Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy an indoor/outdoor interactive live nativity scene plus hot chocolate and holiday cookies. Dec. 13, 6:30–8:30 p.m. Dec. 14, 2–4 p.m. FREE! www.tuckston.org
A Burchfield Family Christmas
Madison-Morgan Cultural Center 434 South Main St., Madison, GA, United States6:30 p.m. (doors), 7 p.m. (music). $25. www.mmcc-arts.org
A BURCHFIELD FAMILY CHRISTMAS Sam Burchfield, Pip the Pansy and Cicada Rhythm perform favorites from Vince Guaraldi, Burl Ives, Paul McCartney, Chuck Berry and Marvin Gaye.
The Nutcracker: Clara’s Christmas Dream
Oconee County Civic Center 2661 Hog Mountain Rd., Watkinsville, GA, United StatesTwo-act adaptation of the beloved Christmas ballet with music by Tchaikovsky. Dec. 13, 7 p.m. Dec. 14, 3 p.m. & 7 p.m. $13. www.depassstudioofdance.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. Mississippi Sea Wolves
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
Goodbye June
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $20 (adv.), $25. www.40watt.com
GOODBYE JUNE Nashville-based band that combines hard rock licks with deep South blues and gospel swing.
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
Presentation Panic!
Flying Squid Comedy 150 Fritz Mar Lane, Athens, GA, United StatesImprovisers will have to give comedic presentations on unknown topics. 8 p.m. $10. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
Sunny War, Newport Transplant, Cannon Rogers
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. (doors). $12. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
SUNNY WAR Folk-punk musician based in LA.
NEWPORT TRANSPLANT Dynamic honky-tonk band straddling punk rock and sci-fi wonder.
CANNON ROGERS Local songwriter, guitarist and pedal steel player.
Great Wide Nothing, Noise Mountain, Schmooze
Nowhere Bar 240 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. (doors), 9:30 p.m. (show). $10. www.facebook.com/NowhereBarAthens
GREAT WIDE NOTHING Synthy, cinematic prog-rock from Atlanta.
NOISE MOUNTAIN Inspired by Midwestern alternative rock, this Athens band incorporates both '80s and '90s punk rock into its sound.
SCHMOOZE Athens alternative rock trio.
Annual Clean Your Closet Pop-Up
tiny ATH gallery 174 Cleveland Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThis art sale features a variety of local artists selling pieces for discounted pricing. www.instagram.com/tinyathgallery
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
Breakfast with Santa
The Classic Center 300 N. Thomas St., Athens, GA, United StatesTell Santa your Christmas wishes, create holiday crafts, enjoy a full breakfast buffet and spread Christmas cheer in benefit of The Classic Center Cultural Foundation. 8:30 a.m. $30–40. www.classiccenter.com
Holiday in the Park
Pittard Park 115 Parkview Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesMarigold Farmers Market offers locally grown produce, coffee, baked goods, handcrafted items and holiday activities like photos with Santa, train rides, live music and more. 9 a.m.–3 p.m. www.marigoldmarketwinterville.com
Big Magic, Brian Vaccaro
Pittard Park 115 Parkview Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesHoliday in the Park. 9 a.m.–3 p.m. FREE! www.marigoldcollectivewinterville.com/farmers-markets
BIG MAGIC Ukulele duo Pindi Arora and Nancy Heiges.
BRIAN VACCARO Violinist, guitarist and mandolin player who is a member of the Athens Symphony.
Normaltown Pottery Holiday Sale
Normaltown Pottery 465 Belvoir Heights, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesThis holiday sale will feature handmade, functional pottery from studio potters. Dec. 13, 4–9 p.m. Dec. 14, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. 762-728-0575
