Oconee Rivers Audubon Society
Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesGuest speakers present on topics ranging from conservation to paleontology. First Thursdays, 7 p.m. FREE! www.oconeeriversaudubon.org
Mary & The Hot Hotty-Hots
The Globe 199 N Lumpkin St, Athens7:30–10 p.m. www.facebook.com/globe.athens
MARY & THE HOT HOTTY-HOTS Hot jazz and swing band offering music from the 1910s, '20s and '30s.
The Revolutionists
Morton Theatre 195 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesUGA Theatre presents a darkly comedic play set during the French Revolution, bringing together four unlikely heroines. Sept. 25–26, 30 and Oct. 1–2, 8 p.m. Sept. 28 & Oct. 5, 2 p.m. $18. www.ugatheatre.com
Mountain of Youth, Jake McKelvie, Wilting Pages
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesAttaboy Tapes Presents. 8 p.m. (doors). $10. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
MOUNTAIN OF YOUTH Hunter Morris (Hunter Morris & Blue Blood, Gift Horse) leads a new band with Drew Beskin, Nick Robbins and Phillip Brantley.
JAKE MCKELVIE Massachusetts-based musician whose indie-rock melodicism slow dances with alt-country ramble.
WILTING PAGES Musical alias of multi-instrumentalist singer-songwriter Lander Combs.
The Regulars
The Roadhouse 137 N Lumpkin St, Athens, GA, United States9 p.m. www.instagram.com/roadhouseathens
THE REGULARS A Southern stew of funk, soul, blues and rock and roll.
Fantastic Friday
Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesAn instructor supervises while a parent/caregiver leads their little ones through obstacle courses. Ages 1–4 years. Register online. 10–11:30 a.m. $7.50 (ACC residents), $11.25 (non-ACC residents). www.accgovga.myrec.com
October Exhibit Opening
Historic Athens Welcome Center 280 E. Dougherty Street, Athens, GaDrop in to enjoy light refreshments and learn about the months featured exhibit and tour programming. 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenswelcomecenter.com
Author Talk & Book Signing
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesBest selling author Kristina McMorris will discuss her newest novel “The Girls of Good Fortune” which complexity of family and identity. 1 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Native Plant Sale
State Botanical Garden of Georgia 2450 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse plants for sale, and experts will answer questions about incorporating native plants into every space. Oct. 2–3, 2–6 p.m. Oct. 4, 9 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! botgarden.uga.edu
Sustained Excellence
UGA Special Collections Library 300 S Hull St, Athens, GA, United StatesTake a curator-led tour of the UGA swim and dive exhibition. 3 p.m. libs.uga.edu
Opening Reception
The Taylor-Grady House 634 Prince Ave., Athens, GA, United States“Quilt & Lace” features display of antique and contemporary quilts and laceworks displayed in historic settings. Light refreshments provided. 5 p.m. $15. www.taylorgrady.com
Oktoberfest
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesCelebrate with traditional German vibes, German fares, a beer release and live music. 5–11 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Death & Mourning Tour
Historic Athens Welcome Center 280 E. Dougherty Street, Athens, GaExplore how families mourned the loss of their loved ones, and the differences between funerals for white and enslaved persons. Oct. 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31. 5:30–6:30 p.m. $20. www.athenswelcomecenter.com
UGA Homecoming Parade
Downtown Athens AthensThe annual family-friendly downtown parade celebrates UGA homecoming with a variety of floats and performances. 6 p.m. FREE! els.uga.edu/homecoming
Pumpkin Hunt
Lay Park Community Center 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy fall themed games, crafts, face painting and the annual pumpkin hunt. 6 p.m. $3 (ACC residents), $4.50 (non-residents). www.accgovga.myrec.com
Friday Night Initiative
Tyche's Games 1056 S. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn how to play a new roleplaying game. New players welcome. 7 p.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com
The Haunting of Hill House
The Winterville Auditorium 373 N. Church St., Winterville, GA, United StatesUsher in the spooky season with this production based on the classic horror tale. Oct. 3–4, 7 p.m. Oct. 5, 2 p.m. $15. www.wintervillecenter.com
Panchiko, Glixen
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $29.50 (adv.), $33. www.40watt.com
PANCHIKO British indie-rock band originally formed in the late 90s that gained a cult following when one of its demo EPs was found in a charity shop in 2016.
GLIXEN Shoegaze band from Phoenix, AZ whose sound consists of tender melodies encased inside chrome walls of grungy textures and heavy guitars.
Karaoke
El Paso Tacos & Tequila 255 W Washington St, Athens, United States7 p.m.–12 a.m. www.instagram.com/elpasoathenss
KARAOKE WITH DJ D00MSDAY Every Friday.
Into the Woods
Oconee County Civic Center 2661 Hog Mountain Rd., Watkinsville, GA, United StatesPerformance of the popular Broadway musical weaving together enchanted fairy tales. Sept. 26–27 & Oct. 3–4, 7:30 p.m. Sept. 27 & Oct. 4, 2 p.m. Sept. 28 & Oct. 5, 3 p.m. $22. www.collectiveartistsworkshop.org
Dead Tooth, Johnny Falloon, Viv and the Things
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. (doors). $10. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
DEAD TOOTH Post-punk self-proclaimed "rodeo-core" band based out of Queens, NY.
JOHNNY FALLOON Deranged local band with hard-hitting songs and complex theatrics.
VIV AND THE THINGS Alternative country noise for sweetie pies.
Spectacular Burnin Dance Party
Normal Bar 1365 Prince Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesSpectacular Burnin Dance Party. 8 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/normal_bar_athens
DJ NATE & DJ KURT WOOD Two local vinyl hounds bringing you all the best '60s soul platters that matter for your dancing pleasure.
DJ BOTTOM SHELF Atlanta-based vinyl dance party host.
The 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
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
Native Plant Sale
State Botanical Garden of Georgia 2450 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse plants for sale, and experts will answer questions about incorporating native plants into every space. Oct. 2–3, 2–6 p.m. Oct. 4, 9 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! botgarden.uga.edu
Adopt-A-Stream Workshop
Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn more about how to adopt a stream, the qualities of clean water and how to utilize chemical and bacterial monitoring. Registration required. 9 a.m.–5 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com
First Saturday Park Play
Ben Burton Park 615 Mitchell Bridge Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesFamily groups can engage in hikes, games and activities to learn, build and explore. 10 a.m. FREE! www.accgovga.myrec.com
African American Genealogy Shared Interest Group
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn and share research stories, problem-solving techniques, and tools that are focused on African American genealogy. 10 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Pop-Up Trail Talk
Dudley Park 100 Dudley Park Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn more about natural spaces in Athens with family-friendly activities, giveaways, and ways to get involved with the trails. 10 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.accgovga.myrec.com
Landart Class
Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin local naturalist for a guided hike and then create natural art in the forest. 10 a.m. $5 (ACC residents), $8 (non-residents). www.accgov.com/myrec
Family Day
OCAF 34 School St., Watkinsville, GA, United StatesBarbara Mann will walk families through her exhibit “Forging Connections: Metal Art inspired by the Marine Carbon Cycle” with interactive gallery activities and a take-home art project. 10 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.ocaf.com/ocaf-kids
Into the Woods
Oconee County Civic Center 2661 Hog Mountain Rd., Watkinsville, GA, United StatesPerformance of the popular Broadway musical weaving together enchanted fairy tales. Sept. 26–27 & Oct. 3–4, 7:30 p.m. Sept. 27 & Oct. 4, 2 p.m. Sept. 28 & Oct. 5, 3 p.m. $22. www.collectiveartistsworkshop.org
Tim for Athens Campaign Launch Party
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy music, speakers, crafts, merch and beer with Tim Denson’s official campaign launch for mayor. 4–6 p.m. FREE! www.timforathens.com
The Welfare Liners
Front Porch Bookstore 102 Marigold Ln., Winterville6 p.m. FREE! Find Front Porch Bookstore on Facebook
THE WELFARE LINERS Five-piece local bluegrass unit blending classic tunes with melodic, high-lonesome originals.
Jimee Stoune
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United States6 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
JIMEE STOUNE Performing blues, country and rock.
Marty Winkler and Friends, Overia
OCAF 34 School St., Watkinsville, GA, United StatesOCAF Music Series. 6:30 p.m. (doors), 7 p.m. (show). $15 (OCAF members), $20 (non-members). www.ocaf.com
MARTY WINKLER AND FRIENDS Singer incorporating jazz, Americana, folk, cabaret, blues and more. You name it, she can sing it!
OVERIA Trio featuring Tony Oscar on percussion, LeaLea on vocals and guitar, and Freeman Leverett on guitar and vocals.
The Haunting of Hill House
The Winterville Auditorium 373 N. Church St., Winterville, GA, United StatesUsher in the spooky season with this production based on the classic horror tale. Oct. 3–4, 7 p.m. Oct. 5, 2 p.m. $15. www.wintervillecenter.com
Athens Showgirl Cabaret Drag For All
Hendershots Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy a fabulous night of open drag fun for all ages celebrating Halloween with a costume contest. 8–11 p.m. $5. www.athensshowgirlcabaret.com
Dolphin Group, Josey, pondgorl, Songs for Sleeping Dogs
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesAttaboy Tapes Presents. 8 p.m. (doors). $12. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
DOLPHIN GROUP Aquatic synth-pop band from Chattanooga, TN.
JOSEY Athens-based indie pop artist, incorporating audience participation and off-kilter comedy into her sets.
PONDGORL Athens-based artist Laila Li McCleery joins genre-bending friends in a band of beautiful, harmonious DIY glory.
SONGS FOR SLEEPING DOGS Ambient project led by Ben Hackett.
Silent Disco
The Root 1235 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United States10 p.m. FREE! www.therootathens.com
SILENT DISCO Grab a pair of headphones, choose a music channel and dance the night away.
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
Jazz Brunch
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.
Airing of the Quilts Ceremony
The Taylor-Grady House 634 Prince Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesFirst Annual family friendly event where quilts from the “Celebrate Fall” exhibit are displayed outdoors and local quilters are invited to bring their work. 1–4 p.m. FREE! www.taylorgrady.com
The Haunting of Hill House
The Winterville Auditorium 373 N. Church St., Winterville, GA, United StatesUsher in the spooky season with this production based on the classic horror tale. Oct. 3–4, 7 p.m. Oct. 5, 2 p.m. $15. www.wintervillecenter.com
The Revolutionists
Morton Theatre 195 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesUGA Theatre presents a darkly comedic play set during the French Revolution, bringing together four unlikely heroines. Sept. 25–26, 30 and Oct. 1–2, 8 p.m. Sept. 28 & Oct. 5, 2 p.m. $18. www.ugatheatre.com
Geeks and Ghouls Market
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse vendors offering Halloween costume pieces, comics, vintage toys, video games and more. 2–6 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
Crafternoon
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesBring your crafting project to work on and connect with other artists in the community. First Sundays, 2:30–4 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
