Calendar Picks
Juneteenth Celebration | Thursday, June 19 @ 3:00 pm | ACC City Hall
Juneteenth Celebration ACC City Hall
Nateball’s Little Funnybone | Thursday, June 19 @ 6:30 pm | The Globe
Nateball’s Li... The Globe
Weirdo: The Story of Fight Eight | Thursday, June 19 @ 7:00 pm | Ciné
Weirdo: The Story o... Ciné
Ecstatic Dance
work.shop 160 Winston Dr. #9, Athens, GA, United StatesThis ceremony of rejuvenation and inspiration is a substance-free and inclusive musical celebration. 1–3 p.m. $15. Find Ecstatic Dance Athens GA on Facebook
Printmaking: Dog Man Adventure
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn printmaking techniques and create your own one-of-a-kind Dog Man themed art. Supplies provided. Ages 7 & up. Registration required. 2 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Improv Comedy with Matt House
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesLearn the basics of improv comedy. 2 p.m. FREE! [email protected], www.hattmouse.com/classes
Historic Mills Walk
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesRanger led exploration of the historic areas of the park. 2 p.m. $5. www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
John Berry, Michael C. Steele, Kenny Head, Bill Pappas
Normaltown Brewing Co. 425 Barber Street, Athens, GA, United States2 p.m. $40. www.johnberry.com
JOHN BERRY Grammy Award-winning country singer-songwriter.
BILL PAPPAS High-energy fusion of blues, rock, funk and jazz.
KENNY HEAD Local blues musician.
MICHAEL C. STEELE Country artist.
Rocket Summer: Reading Ray Bradbury
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesCelebrating the life and works of Ray Bradbury, there will be a presentation, book discussion, trivia, videos and more. 3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Folie à Deux
Oak House Distillery 1015 Macon Hwy., Athens, GA, United States3:30–6 p.m. FREE! www.oakhousedistillery.com
FOLIE À DEUX French chansons, jazzy songs in French and English, and originals by Lavon played on guitars and accordion.
Atheist Society of Athens
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe topic of this month’s discussion is the doctrine of original sin and its impact on society. 4 p.m. FREE! www.atheistsocietyathens.org
Miss Black Northeast Georgia Teen Pageant
Morton Theatre 195 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesIn this second annual competition contestants will showcase their skills and compete in variety of presentations. 4–8 p.m. $15. www.missblacknortheastga.com
New Orleans Jazz Stompers
Front Porch Bookstore 102 Marigold Ln., Winterville6 p.m. FREE! Find Front Porch Bookstore on Facebook
NEW ORLEANS JAZZ STOMPERS Specializing in the historic "hot" syncopated dance music of the early 20th century.
Tracy & Jeff
Front Porch Bookstore 102 Marigold Ln., Winterville6 p.m. FREE! Find Front Porch Bookstore on Facebook
TRACY & JEFF Jazz, blues and new and old classics from the voice of Tracy Brown and the guitar and harmonica of Jeff Lustig.
Segar Jazz Affair, Dee Lucas
The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesAubrey Entertainment Presents. 6 p.m. (doors), 7 p.m. & 9 p.m. (two shows). $20 (adv.), $25. bit.ly/SegarJazzJune28
SEGAR JAZZ AFFAIR WXAG radio DJ Dwain Segar curates a night of smooth jazz.
DEE LUCAS National recording artist and saxophonist who is anticipating anticipating his upcoming release, Twenty, which celebrates his 20 years as solo recording artist. Event will also feature poetry by Angela The Artist and Brittany Lynch and a book signing by Hazel Roach and Brittany Lynch.
Star Spangled Classic
Southeast Clarke Park 4440 Lexington Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesThere will be carnival rides, food trucks and music by Funk Brotherhood. Fireworks launch at 9:30 p.m. from the ACC Tennis Center. 6–10 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/fireworks
Funk Brotherhood
Southeast Clarke Park 4440 Lexington Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesStar Spangled Classic. 6 p.m. (event), 7 p.m. (music), 9:30 p.m. (fireworks). FREE! www.accgov.com/fireworks
FUNK BROTHERHOOD Local party band performs a nonstop dance party featuring horn-driven hits.
Superhero Trivia
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge of superhero films, comics and more. 7–9 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
AP Rodgers & the Woodpile, Keilan Aplin
Normal Bar 1365 Prince Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesAttaboy Tapes Presents. 7 p.m. $10. www.instagram.com/normal_bar_athens
AP RODGERS & THE WOODPILE South Carolina-based duo playing folk songs.
KEILAN APLIN Old-time folk musician.
Ashes to Omens, Murder the Mood, Rosie and the Ratdogs
Georgia Theatre Rooftop 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $13.89. www.georgiatheatre.com
ASHES TO OMENS Seamless blend of hard rock, alt rock and post-grunge.
MURDER THE MOOD Sludgy, hardcore, heavy-psych band based in Athens.
ROSIE AND THE RATDOGS Local riff-laden alternative rock trio.
The Hothouse
work.shop 160 Winston Dr. #9, Athens, GA, United StatesAn improv comedy show that pokes, prods and stretches reality until it verges on the surreal featuring LeeAnn Peppers, Bradley Bazzle and Matt House. 8 p.m. $10. www.hattmouse.com/shows
Athens Choral Festival
Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall 230 River Rd., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. $10.50 (children and students), $18. pac.uga.edu
ATHENS CHORAL FESTIVAL 70 singers from 10 states join former Athens Master Chorale conductor Joe Napoli for a program of Mozart and Forrest's music.
Spitehound, American Boyfriend, Women in STEM
Buvez 585 Barber Street Suite A, Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. $10. www.instagram.com/buvez_athens
SPITEHOUND Pop-punk band from the suburbs of Atlanta. Full band debut!
AMERICAN BOYFRIEND Pop-punk band.
WOMEN IN STEM Musicians Ella, Finn and Sam developed their striking sound with an indie rock influence and a call from science herself.
Victor Charlie, Devils of the New Frontier
Ciné Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. (doors), 9 p.m. (show). $10. www.athenscine.com
VICTOR CHARLIE Original grunge three-piece grunge rock band that formed in Athens in 2001.
DEVILS OF THE NEW FRONTIER Steven Chambliss' fist pumpin' power pop trio with Andy Pope and Brandon McDearis.
Phantom Dan, Cactus Jackson, Blue
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States9 p.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreandbar.com
PHANTOM DAN Emo punk rock from Athens.
CACTUS JACKSON Fast punk rock.
BLUE Pop-punk band.
Late Nite Decks
work.shop 160 Winston Dr. #9, Athens, GA, United StatesLate Nite Decks. 10 p.m.–3 a.m. Donations suggested. www.instagram.com/vinyl_open_decks
DJ NATE & DJ JIIG Tag-team set of modern roots/dub/bass music and sound system culture.
DJ BOBBY STILLZ & DJ MAHOGANY Tag-team set of funk/disco/club mixes and rare grooves.
DJ VISION Eclectic blend of ‘80s, '90s, Y2k house/R&B/new wave/pop club remixes.
DJ THUMP N HUSTLE Local who came up in early 2000s Orlando house/breaks scene.
DJ GREG Classic house served with a smooth touch and sharp ear.
Classic City Pétanque Club
Lay Park 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GANew players welcome. Scheduled days are Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays at 10 a.m. [email protected], www.athenspetanque.org
5th Anniversary Party
Molly's Coffee Co. 8830 Macon Hwy Bldg 100, Athens, United States10 a.m.–3 p.m. www.instagram.com/mollyscoffeeco
Athens Queer Space Tour
UGA Memorial Hall 101 Sanford Dr, Athens, GA, United StatesLocal guide Rin Gunn will lead a two-mile walking tour of Athens’ LGBTQ+ history. Saturdays and Sundays, 10:30 a.m. $20. www.athenswelcomecenter.com
Swing Theory
Five Bar 269 N Hull St STE 100, Athens, United States11 a.m.–2 p.m. www.five-bar.com
SWING THEORY Local jazz trio playing brunch every Sunday.
Lazy Sunday Games Day
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesBring your favorite board, video, card or role playing games and meet fellow gamers. 1–5 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
Opening Reception
State Botanical Garden of Georgia 2450 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesElizabeth Barton’s exhibition “For the Love of Trees” featuring fiber and mixed media works will be on view. 2–4 p.m. FREE! botgarden.uga.edu
SIM Race Sunday
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesDrive for fun or compete for fastest lap at Pikes Peak International Hill Climb in DiRT Rally. Registration required. 3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Traditional Irish Session
The Globe 199 N Lumpkin St, Athens4–7 p.m. www.facebook.com/globe.athens
TRADITIONAL IRISH SESSION Easy listening traditional Irish music.
Comedy Open Mic
MaiKai Kava Lounge 1035 Baxter St Suite A, Athens, GA, United StatesShow up and go up with your stand-up material. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/bulaatmaikai
Trivia Night
Cheba Hut 135 W Washington St, Athens, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge. 7:30 p.m. www.instagram.com/chebahut
Off the Clock Comedy
The Globe 199 N Lumpkin St, AthensAthens Comedy presents a lineup of local and touring comedians. 8:30 p.m. (doors), 9 p.m. (show). www.facebook.com/athenscomedy
Marigold Farmers Market
100 North Church Street 100 North Church St., Winterville, GA, United StatesVendors offer organic produce, prepared foods, agricultural products and artisanal goods. Mondays, 10 a.m.–7 p.m. www.marigoldcollectivewinterville.com
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. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Classic City Rotary
1430 N Chase St 1430 N Chase St, Athens, GeorgiaThe local chapter meets weekly. Mondays, 11:30 a.m. FREE! www.classiccityrotary.org
American Red Cross Blood Drive
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesDonors of all blood types are encouraged to contribute. Registration required. 2–6 p.m. FREE! www.redcrossblood.org
Tree ID Hike
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesLearn about local plant life on a guided walk. 3 p.m. $5. www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
Musical Monday
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesDrop in to watch a movie musical featuring a beloved classic story. Grades 6–12. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Jazz Night
Porterhouse Grill 459 E Broad St, Athens, United States7 p.m. www.porterhousegrillathens.com
JAZZ NIGHT Longest running jazz gig in Athens featuring a rotating cast of familiar faces performing American songbook, bossa nova classics and crossover hits.
Sunset Kayak Paddle
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesEnjoy a ranger-led paddle on the river and view the sunset. Registration required. 7:30 p.m. $15. www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
Trivia with Marissa
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Marissa. 8 p.m. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
Classic City Pétanque Club
Lay Park 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GANew players welcome. Scheduled days are Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays at 10 a.m. [email protected], www.athenspetanque.org
Lunch & Learn
Tyche's Games 1056 S. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United StatesBring your lunch and learn new games. 11:30 a.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com