Calendar Picks
The Shut-Ups, Johann Greco, Jumping Through Fiery Hoops | Sunday, May 4 @ 5:00 pm | Buvez
The Shut-Ups, Johan... Buvez
Athens Comedy Fest | Sunday, May 4 @ 7:00 pm | Morton Theatre
Athens Comedy Fest 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.
Opening Reception
OX Fine Art - The Leathers Building 675 Pulaski Street, Suite 1700, Athens, GAThe work of Art Rosenbaum will be on view. 5–8 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/oxfineart
Opening Reception
Tiger's Eye Gallery 675 Pulaski Steet, STE 1600, Athens, United StatesCelebrated poet, Rumi translator and UGA professor emeritus Coleman Barks will have paintings on view accompanied by other works by local artists. 5–9 p.m. FREE! www.tigerseyegallery.com
Photography Exhibition and Book Release
ACE/FRANCISCO Gallery 675 Pulaski St. STE 1500, Athens, GA, United StatesAthens photographer Jason Thrasher will discuss and sign copies of his book Murmur Trestle with his photography exhibition on display. 5–9 p.m. FREE! www.acefranciscogallery.com
Opening Reception
ACE/FRANCISCO Gallery 675 Pulaski St. STE 1500, Athens, GA, United StatesPainter Tobiah Cole’s exhibition of Grit portraits will be on view. 5–9 p.m. FREE! www.acefranciscogallery.com
Smith & Winkler
Hotel Indigo 500 College Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesLive After Five Series. 5:30 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/AubreyEntertainmentAthensGA
SMITH & WINKLER Jazz, pop and folk from guitarist Brian Smith and vocalist Marty Winkler.
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
Artist Talk
Lyndon House Arts Center 211 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesAtlanta artist Elaine Stephenson will discuss her upcoming outdoor mural work “Water is Life.” 6 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/lyndonhouse
Teen Dungeons & Dragons
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesJoin the volunteer led role-playing adventure where you can fight dragons, join an army, go on a quest in distant lands and more. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
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
Sip & Shuck 2024
Hardeman-Sams House & Garden 255 Milledge, Athens, GeorgiaEnjoy an evening of oysters and live music with funds benefitting various programs of The Cancer Foundation. 6 p.m. $125. www.cancerfoundationofnega.org
Opening Reception
tiny ATH gallery 174 Cleveland Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesPainter Jason Matherly’s exhibition “Stay On It Stay On It Stay On It” will be on view. 6–9 p.m. FREE! www.tinyathgallery.com
The dB’s, Pylon Reenactment Society
The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesAubrey Entertainment Presents. 6 p.m. (doors), 7 p.m. (show). $25–200. bit.ly/TheFoundrySept19
THE DB'S Cult favorite alternative rock and power pop group that formed in New York City in 1978.
PYLON REENACTMENT SOCIETY Vanessa Briscoe Hay and an all-star cast of locals play the music of Pylon, plus new originals.
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
Pottery and Prosecco
Southern Star Studio 180 Cleveland Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn how to handbuild and make your own piece of pottery to take home with drinks and light refreshments. Registration required. 6:30 p.m. $75. www.southernstarstudioathens.com
Open Mic
Marigold Auditorium for Arts and Culture 373 N. Church St., Winterville6:30 p.m. www.instagram.com/marigoldauditoriumwinterville
OPEN MIC Mayor Dodd Ferrell, Adam Poulin, MK Barnes and Joe Willey lead a weekly open mic. Sing a song, tell a story or read a poem.
Better Yet
Georgia Theatre Rooftop 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. FREE! www.georgiatheatre.com
BETTER YET Atlanta-based experimental and alternative trio with a mellow feel.
UnPhiltered Trivia
Buvez 585 Barber Street Suite A, Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Phil. 7 p.m. www.instagram.com/buvez_athens
Sister Hazel
Georgia Theatre 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $23 (adv.), $28. www.georgiatheatre.com
SISTER HAZEL Gainesville, FL-based alternative rock band who mixes pop, folk pop, country and Southern rock.
David Wilcox
Rialto Club 500 College Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesAubrey Entertainment Presents. 7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $25–100. bit.ly/DavidWilcoxAthens
DAVID WILCOX A quintessential folk singer telling stories full of heart, humor, hope, substance, searching and style.
Dogpark, Winyah
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors). $17 (adv.), $22. www.40watt.com
DOGPARK Indie-rock band that got its start performing at University of Richmond.
WINYAH Nashville-based indie and Southern rock band.
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 Tonight's program includes Cindy McTee's "Transmission" from Soundings, Quinn Mason's "Sonorous Trombone Concerto," Ron Nelson's "Rocky Point Holiday" and Julie Giroux's "To the Bells of the Berlin Cathedral."
Everybody
UGA Cellar Theatre Fine Arts Building, 255 Baldwin St, Athens, GA, United StatesUGA Theatre presents a modern adaptation of the 15th century morality tale Everyman that faces what truly matters once the end is near. Sept. 19–21 & 25–28, 8 p.m. Sept. 29, 2 p.m. $18. ugatheatre.com/everybody
Comedy in the Cellar
Onward Reserve 146 East Clayton Street, Athens, GA, United StatesAthens Comedy presents a lineup of touring and local comedians. Thursdays, 8 p.m. $7. www.instagram.com/athenscomedy
129,600, Your Ex’s Pets, Shane Parish
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesAttaboy Tapes Presents. 8 p.m. $12. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
129,600 Windy and moody pop songs steeped in stone-cottage harmony and post-plonk bardo.
YOUR EX'S PETS New band featuring members of Dadgum, Jake Brower Band and Liz Farrell.
SHANE PARISH Master guitarist and fearless explorer of rhythm and timbre.
Roast Battle Round 2
Onward Reserve 146 East Clayton Street, Athens, GA, United StatesLocal comedians will go head-to-head in a roast battle with winners advancing to the quarter final. 8:30 p.m. $10–15. www.athenscomedy.com
Terrapin Mobile Food Pantry
Terrapin Beer Co. 265 Newton Bridge Road, Athens, GA, United StatesFirst come, first serve rain or shine food distribution for those in need who meet income eligibility requirements. Third Fridays, 10 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.terrapinbeer.com
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
Letters to Seniors
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesDrop-in to write meaningful letters that will be distributed to seniors living in Georgia. 11 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Homeschool Meet-Up
Oglethorpe Co. Library 858 Athens Rd., Lexington, GA, United StatesDrop in to learn and interact with other homeschool families and students of all ages. 2 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oglethorpe
Curator’s Talk
UGA Special Collections Library 300 S Hull St, Athens, GA, United StatesPhotographer Jason Thrasher will discuss the story behind his 2017 book that inspired the exhibition “Athens Potluck.” 3 p.m. FREE! libs.uga.edu
Oktoberfest
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesCelebrate with traditional German vibes, German fares, a beer release, a costume contest and live music. 5–11 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Altered Books
Treehouse Kid & Craft 815 W. Broad St., Athens, GA, United StatesAdults can engage in creative journaling with a variety of provided materials and new methods. 6 p.m. $40. www.treehousekidandcraft.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
Heart of Pine, The Jesse Williams Band
The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesAubrey Entertainment Presents. 6 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $10 (adv.), $15. bit.ly/TheFoundrySept20
HEART OF PINE Nostalgic "Southedelic" rock band from Athens with a genuine sound.
THE JESSE WILLIAMS BAND North Georgia singer-songwriter whose sound is roots grounded in sultry, sweet blues infused with warm soul and melody medicine.
Friday Night Initiative
Online: Tyche's GamesLearn how to play a new roleplaying game. New players welcome. 7 p.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com
Pride & Prejudice: Improv Movie Parody
Marigold Auditorium for Arts and Culture 373 N. Church St., WintervilleThis improvised production of Jane Austen’s tale includes costumes, a stage and even props. Sept. 20–21, 7 p.m. $10. www.marigoldauditorium.com
Dark Entries Karaoke
Buvez 585 Barber Street Suite A, Athens, GA, United States7–10 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/darkentriesathens
DARK ENTRIES KARAOKE Sing your favorite song from a curated catalog of classic to modern goth, post-punk, punk, '80s and J-Pop.
Lily Rose, Michael Warren
Georgia Theatre 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $22 (adv.), $27. www.georgiatheatre.com
LILY ROSE Pop-forward country artist from Atlanta who burst onto the scene with her viral hit “Villain."
MICHAEL WARREN Nashville-based country artist who has written songs in many genres, including hits for Tony Braxton, Jennifer Lopez and Akon.
The Rishis, Lefty Parker, Organically Programmed (solo)
Bolo Bolo Athens 160 Winston Drive #2, Athens, GA, United StatesCloud Recordings Presents. 7 p.m. $12. www.instagram.com/bolo.bolo.ath
THE RISHIS Psych-folk featuring members of The Olivia Tremor Control and Wet Meadows.
LEFTY PARKER Quiet, gentle folk originally from New York and now rooted in Austin, TX.
ORGANICALLY PROGRAMMED (SOLO) Space disco compositions.
Ole 60, The Droptines
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors). $20 (adv.), $25. www.40watt.com
OLE 60 Not your father's country band.
THE DROPTINES Texas-based alt-country.
Little Women
Oconee County Civic Center 2661 Hog Mountain Rd., Watkinsville, GA, United StatesA Broadway musical adaptation based on the classic story by Louisa May Alcott. Sep. 13–14 & 20–21, 7:30 p.m. Sep. 15 & 22, 3 p.m. $10–20. www.collectiveartistsworkshop.org
Everybody
UGA Cellar Theatre Fine Arts Building, 255 Baldwin St, Athens, GA, United StatesUGA Theatre presents a modern adaptation of the 15th century morality tale Everyman that faces what truly matters once the end is near. Sept. 19–21 & 25–28, 8 p.m. Sept. 29, 2 p.m. $18. ugatheatre.com/everybody
Ramblin’ Country Band
VFW Post 2872 835 Sunset Dr, Athens8 pm. $10. www.facebook.com/vfw2872
RAMBLIN’ COUNTRY BAND Georgia-based band playing country, western and rock classics. Line dancing during the band breaks.
Lamont Landers, Kenny Sharp
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $15 (adv.), $20. www.hendershotsathens.com
LAMONT LANDERS Born and raised Alabama guitarist influenced by the soulful sounds of the South.
KENNY SHARP Singer-songwriter whose genre-bending sound has been dubbed "brown liquor music."
Other Voices, Other Rooms; Doom Ribbons
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesElectric Equinox. 8 p.m. $10. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
OTHER VOICES, OTHER ROOMS House and noise-inspired music on synth hardware.
DOOM RIBBONS An ambient set on electronic drums joined by George Davidson on saxophone.
The Band Solstice, Strange Orchard, Julia Nyunt
Ciné Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. (doors), 9 p.m. (show). $10. www.athenscine.com
THE BAND SOLSTICE Indie rock, alternative and Americana five-piece formed in Knoxville, TN in 2019.
STRANGE ORCHARD Three-piece rock and roll band led by vocalist, pianist and songwriter Hugh McCulloch.
JULIA NYUNT Athens-based songwriter and composer.
