Calendar Picks
Athens Clay Trail | Sunday, June 8 @ 9:00 am | Various Locations
Athens Clay Trail Various Locations
Miss Juneteenth Pageant 2025 | Sunday, June 8 @ 5:00 pm | Morton Theatre
Miss Juneteenth Pag... 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.
Athens Science Café
Little Kings Shuffle Club 223 W. Hancock Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThis month Isabella De Luna and Rachel Hankin will present on the UGA Regenerative Bioscience Center. 7 p.m. FREE! www.athenssciencecafe.wordpress.com
Songwriter Showcase
Ciné Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. $10. www.athenscine.com
SONGWRITER SHOWCASE This month’s featured performer of the showcase hosted by A.M. Rodriguez is touring musician Alma Russ.
Cloud Recordings Festival
Bolo Bolo Athens 160 Winston Drive #2, Athens, GA, United StatesCloud Recordings Festival. 7 p.m. $12. www.cloudrecordings.com
OCEANIC SOUND RESEARCH Ambient electronic trio from Athens featuring Elephant 6 pioneer John Kiran Fernandes (Olivia Tremor Control, Circulatory System), Oliver Domingo (Organically Programmed) and Kyle MacKinnel (Casual Ether) perpetually scanning the depths.
KIRAN FERNANDES Multi-instrumentalist and visual artist crafting psych folk with influences ranging from American primitive guitar to Saharan desert rock.
VILE BODY Cello, harmonium and vocals by Lydian Brambila and Mat Lewis.
WOLFLI Somber and reflective songs.
CALEB DARNELL Member of the Darnell Boys plays quiet songs that sound similar to Mississippi John Hurt.
“Transcend”
UGA New Dance Theatre 263 W. Green St., Athens, GA, United StatesA series of performances featuring the Senior Exit and Emerging Choreographers Showcase. A Spotlight on the Arts event. Nov. 15–18, 7:30 p.m. Nov. 18–19, 2:30 p.m. $8 (students/seniors), $15. dance.uga.edu
Sweeney Todd
Morton Theatre 195 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesIn this infamous tale, ACT presents an unjustly exiled barber returning to nineteenth-century London to seek vengeance against a lecherous judge. Nov. 16–18, 7:30 p.m. Nov. 19, 3 p.m. $15. www.mortontheatre.com
UGA Wind Ensemble
Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall 230 River Rd., Athens, GA, United States7:30 p.m. $3 (w/ UGA ID), $20. pac.uga.edu
UGA WIND ENSEMBLE Tonight's performance includes the Georgia premiere of "Pounce" by Holly Harrison, "Cheetah" by Karel Husa and others.
Ernest, Jake Worthington, Cody Lohden
Georgia Theatre 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States6:30 p.m. (doors), 7:30 p.m. (show). $40. www.georgiatheatre.com
ERNEST Experimental singer-songwriter whose influence spans from Eminem to George Jones.
JAKE WORTHINGTON Texas native and folk singer-songwriter touring behind his new album.
CODY LOHDEN Country artist from Nashville.
Open Improv Jam
work.shop 160 Winston Dr. #9, Athens, GA, United StatesAn improv comedy practice open to the community. 8–9:30 p.m. Donations encouraged. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
Mother Courage & Her Children
UGA Fine Arts Theatre 255 Baldwin St., Athens, GA, United StatesUGA Theatre presents a play about Mother Courage navigating a post-apocalyptic war to support her children. Nov. 9–10 & 15–18, 8 p.m. Nov. 12 & 19, 2 p.m. $6 (UGA students), $18 (public). www.ugatheatre.com
Morning Mindfulness
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesInstructor-led meditation, movement and mindfulness techniques in the galleries. Email to RSVP. 9:30 a.m. FREE! [email protected]
Dodd Market
Lamar Dodd School of Art 270 River Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesAnnual market with a variety of items from UGA art students. 10 a.m–6 p.m. FREE! www.doddmarket.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
Spanish Storytime
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesCome listen to and practice Spanish songs and stories. Knowledge of Spanish not required. All ages. 5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Look What I Can Do: “Ignite”
The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesA Love.Craft Athens benefit with live art show featuring various local artists plus an auction and a performance by the Love.Craft Band. 5–8 p.m. $50. www.lovecraftathens.kindful.com
Christmas Marketplace
Historic Crawford Depot 1158 Athens Road, Crawford, United StatesBrowse goods from local entrepreneurs and artisans, and participate in the silent auction. Nov. 17, 5–8 p.m. Nov. 18, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Nov. 19, 12–5 p.m. www.facebook.com/oglethorpecountychamber
One Night Stand: A Sexuality Powerpoint Party
Revolution Therapy and Yoga 675 Pulaski St., Athens, GA, United StatesA monthly edu-taiment event with micro talks by experts and enthusiasts about anything within the realm of sexuality. 5:30–7 p.m. $10 donation. www.revolutiontherapyandyoga.com
Celebrate Recovery Free Dinner
Living Hope Church 2150 Lexington Rd., Athens, United StatesChrist-centered 12-step program to help anyone with heart hurt, hang-up or habit. Free childcare, and bus route accessible. 5:30 p.m. (dinner), 6:30 p.m. (large group). FREE! 706-207-2396
Mixed Media
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United States6 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
MIXED MEDIA Contemporary saxophone quartet pushing the genre's boundaries through collaboration and the commissioning of new works.
Beloved Apothecary’s Sacred Space
Rabbit Hole Studios 1001 Winterville Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesThis week’s gathering serving alcohol alternative beverages will highlight medicine songs with Tatiana Kiselyova. Fridays, 6 p.m. $20 suggested donation. www.instagram.com/beloved_apothecary
Tales on the Porch
Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy a small fire, a hot beverage and stories from storyteller Jackie Elsner. Registration required. 7–8 p.m. $3. www.accgovga.myrec.com
John Mulaney
The Classic Center 300 N. Thomas St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe two-time Emmy and WGA award-winning writer, actor and comedian will perform a stand-up set. 7 p.m. $52–210. www.classiccenter.com
Rupert Wates
No. 3 Railroad Street #3 Railroad St., Arnoldsville, GA, United States6:30 p.m. (doors), 7 p.m. (show). $20 suggested donation. www.3railroad.org
RUPERT WATES London-based musician who creates melodic folk music and has released 11 albums.
Cloud Recordings Festival
Bolo Bolo Athens 160 Winston Drive #2, Athens, GA, United StatesCloud Recordings Festival. 7 p.m. $12. www.cloudrecordings.com
JOSEPH ALLRED Fingerpicked folk tunes rooted in Appalachian folklore and mystic spirituality.
KEVIN COLEMAN Folk guitarist from Virginia fingerpicking in the American primitive tradition.
THE RISHIS Psych-folk featuring members of The Olivia Tremor Control, Elf Power and The Apples in Stereo.
YES SELMA Meditative hammered dulcimer music from Asheville.
ORGANICALLY PROGRAMMED Electronic space-themed act utilizing primitive drum machines and synthesizers to create disco-pop, jazz and easy listening inspired compositions.
“Transcend”
UGA New Dance Theatre 263 W. Green St., Athens, GA, United StatesA series of performances featuring the Senior Exit and Emerging Choreographers Showcase. A Spotlight on the Arts event. Nov. 15–18, 7:30 p.m. Nov. 18–19, 2:30 p.m. $8 (students/seniors), $15. dance.uga.edu
Sweeney Todd
Morton Theatre 195 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesIn this infamous tale, ACT presents an unjustly exiled barber returning to nineteenth-century London to seek vengeance against a lecherous judge. Nov. 16–18, 7:30 p.m. Nov. 19, 3 p.m. $15. www.mortontheatre.com
Terence Blanchard
Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall 230 River Rd., Athens, GA, United States7:30 p.m. $50–70. uga.pac.edu
TERENCE BLANCHARD Seven-time Grammy Award winner and twice Oscar-nominated film composer will perform on trumpet with The E-Collective and the Turtle Island Quartet.
Mother Courage & Her Children
UGA Fine Arts Theatre 255 Baldwin St., Athens, GA, United StatesUGA Theatre presents a play about Mother Courage navigating a post-apocalyptic war to support her children. Nov. 9–10 & 15–18, 8 p.m. Nov. 12 & 19, 2 p.m. $6 (UGA students), $18 (public). www.ugatheatre.com
lighthearted, Well Kept
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $10 (adv.), $12. www.40watt.com
LIGHTHEARTED Local alternative folk rock band anchored by the gorgeous harmonies of twin sisters Eliza Lemmon and Gracie Huffman.
WELL KEPT Athens alternative rock band led by Tommy Trautwein that combines modern indie and classic emo.
Kameron Marlowe
Georgia Theatre 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $30. www.georgiatheatre.com
KAMERON MARLOWE North Carolina songwriter who has built his sound around an edgy, electric twang and visceral folk undertones.
72nd & Central, Getaway Company, Swear Jar
Buvez 585 Barber Street Suite A, Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. $10. www.facebook.com/buvezathens
72ND & CENTRAL Four-piece psych-grunge act out of Greenville, SC.
GETAWAY COMPANY Three-piece grunge-alt band from Athens.
SWEAR JAR Local '90s-inspired rock band exploring new horizons in punk, indie and alternative.
Dead Vibes Ensemble, Bongfoot, LungBurner
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesShadebeast Presents. 9 p.m. (doors). $12. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
DEAD VIBES ENSEMBLE Sludge metal duo fueled by whiskey and loud amplifiers.
BONGFOOT Appalachian stoner-thrash metal group hailing from Boone, NC.
LUNGBURNER Atlanta-based stoner metal group dedicated to amp worship through "slow riffs and bong rips."
Gonzoriffic Underground Movie Show
Ciné Athens, GA, United StatesThe local cult film studio will celebrate its 15th year at Ciné screening a selection of short films. Nov. 17–18, 10:30 p.m. www.facebook.com/gonzorifficfilms
Ride SoFAR Fundraiser
Sweet Olive Farm 880 Parkview Rd, Winterville, United StatesFirst annual leisurely fun bicycle ride raising funds and awareness for Sweet Olive Farm Animal Rescue. 9 a.m.–3 p.m. $35–65. www.sweetolivefarm.org/pages/ride-sofar-ride-to-the-rescue
Christmas Marketplace
Historic Crawford Depot 1158 Athens Road, Crawford, United StatesBrowse goods from local entrepreneurs and artisans, and participate in the silent auction. Nov. 17, 5–8 p.m. Nov. 18, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Nov. 19, 12–5 p.m. www.facebook.com/oglethorpecountychamber
West Broad Farmers Market
West Broad Farmers Market 1573 W. Broad St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe market offers fresh produce, locally raised meat and eggs, baked goods, flowers, artisan goods and more. Online ordering is available Sundays–Thursdays for drive-thru pick up. Saturdays, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. www.wbfm.locallygrown.net
African American Heritage & Urban Agriculture Festival
West Broad Farmers Market 1573 W. Broad St., Athens, GA, United StatesThis celebration will feature kids activities, live music, an art showcase, food demos and a panel of community leaders. 11 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! [email protected]
Abnormal Bazaar
Indie South 470 Hawthorne Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThis market features vendors selling soaps, jewelry, vintage, vinyl and more. Third Saturdays, 11 a.m.–3 p.m. FREE! www.theindiesouth.com
Family Saturdays: Art Workshop
Lyndon House Arts Center 211 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesA drop-in family-oriented series of art projects that are inspired by current exhibitions. This week is making doll magnets inspired by Madame Alexander. 12–2 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com
Fall Firefly Discovery Ride
Dudley Park 100 Dudley Park Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin Trails and Open Space staff on this fun ride to learn about the history of the trail and future plans. 1–3 p.m. FREE! www.accgovga.myrec.com
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. 1:30–3:30 p.m. $10–15 (children under 12 free). www.ecstaticdanceathen.wixsite.com/xstaticdanceathensga
Opening Reception
Lyndon House Arts Center 211 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesExhibits “Memory Worker” by Kelly Taylor Mitchell and “Tell Me A Story” by Jasmine Best will be featured. 2 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/lyndonhouse
Just My Imagination: Bead Weaving
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesArtist Toni Carlucci leads a workshop on how to make your own beaded work of art. Ages 9–14. 2–3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Drawing in the Galleries
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesThis workshop is led by a teaching artist and provides drawing instruction, art supplies and space to spread out. Registration required. 2–4 p.m. FREE! [email protected]
“Transcend”
UGA New Dance Theatre 263 W. Green St., Athens, GA, United StatesA series of performances featuring the Senior Exit and Emerging Choreographers Showcase. A Spotlight on the Arts event. Nov. 15–18, 7:30 p.m. Nov. 18–19, 2:30 p.m. $8 (students/seniors), $15. dance.uga.edu
The Lickskillets, Reign and Revelry, Ethan Harrison Smith
No. 3 Railroad Street #3 Railroad St., Arnoldsville, GA, United States7 p.m. $10. www.3railroad.org
THE LICKSKILLETS Southern gothic band playing traditional Appalachian murder ballads, original murdery ballads, and murder-adjacent classic folk and country tunes.
REIGN AND REVELRY Folk, country and rock.
ETHAN HARRISON SMITH Modern folk singer-songwriter.
Jason Alan Fuller
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United States7 p.m. (doors). $12 (show), $20 (includes gumbo). bit.ly/JasonFullerNov18
JASON ALAN FULLER Southern singer-songwriter celebrating the release of his brand new album with a night of music and food.
