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Classic City American Music Festival | Saturday, July 5 @ 1:30 pm | The Foundry

Saturday, July 5 @ 1:30 pm

Classic City Americ...

The Foundry

OLLI Summer Film Festival | Tuesday, July 8 @ 1:30 pm | Ciné

Tuesday, July 8 @ 1:30 pm

OLLI Summer Film Fe...

Ciné

Wes Parker, Honeyknife, Your Ex’s Pets | Wednesday, July 9 @ 7:00 pm | Ciné

Wednesday, July 9 @ 7:00 pm

Wes Parker, Honeykn...

Ciné
Saturday, July 5 @ 1:30 pm

Classic City Americ...

The Foundry
Tuesday, July 8 @ 1:30 pm

OLLI Summer Film Fe...

Ciné
Wednesday, July 9 @ 7:00 pm

Wes Parker, Honeykn...

Ciné

Athentic Bluegrass Jam

Athentic Bluegrass Jam

Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United States

2–5 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com

ATHENTIC BLUEGRASS JAM Players of all skill levels are invited to participate in this open jam, which strives to unite members of the local folk music community. Every second Sunday.

Holiday Open House

The Taylor-Grady House 634 Prince Ave., Athens, GA, United States

Holiday Open House. 2–5 p.m. FREE! www.taylorgrady.com

CLARKE CENTRAL CHORUS Students attending Clarke Central High School perform.

GEORGIA CHILDREN'S CHORUS Singers age 7–18 from the greater Athens area who are trained in-residence at Hugh Hodgson School of Music.

VOICES OF TRUTH This choir specializes in traditional choral music including hymns, spirituals, anthems and gospels. They continue to preserve the roots of sacred music, focusing on the traditions that helped African Americans survive slavery.

Holiday Open House

The Taylor-Grady House 634 Prince Ave., Athens, GA, United States

Families, children and adults can take a photo with Santa and enjoy live music, children’s crafts and tours. 2–5 p.m. FREE! www.taylorgrady.com

Beetlejuice Jr

Beetlejuice Jr.

Oconee Youth Theater 1050 Jamestown Blvd., Watkinsville, GA, United States

Musical based on the original movie with a cast drawn from 16 area schools. Dec. 6–8, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 8, 2:30 p.m. $15–20. www.oconeeyouthplayhouse.com

From Swastika to Jim Crow

ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United States

Screening of the 2000 documentary about Jewish refugee scholars teaching at historically Black colleges before and during the second World War. 3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org

New Orleans Jazz Stompers

Oak House Distillery 1015 Macon Hwy., Athens, GA, United States

3:30–6 p.m. FREE! www.oakhousedistillery.com

NEW ORLEANS JAZZ STOMPERS Specializing in the historic "hot" syncopated dance music of the early 20th century.

Cobbham by Candlelight

Contact for Location GA, United States

The annual Historic Athens Holiday Gala offers a tour of homes alongside curated local food, beverages and live entertainment. 3:30–9:30 p.m. $80–150. www.historicathens.com

Deck the Hollow

Deck the Hollow

Bear Hollow Zoo at Memorial Park 293 Gran Ellen Dr., Athens, GA, United States

Celebrate 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

Comedy Open Mic

Comedy Open Mic

MaiKai Kava Lounge 1035 Baxter St Suite A, Athens, GA, United States

Show up and go up with your stand-up material. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/bulaatmaikai

Bad Dog Trivia

Bad Dog Trivia

The Globe 199 N Lumpkin St, Athens

Test your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Sundays, 6 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens

Fester Hagood’s Mojo Confessional Showcase

No. 3 Railroad Street #3 Railroad St., Arnoldsville, GA, United States

6 p.m. $10 suggested donation. www.3railroad.org

FESTER HAGOOD’S MOJO CONFESSIONAL SHOWCASE Hagood continues Mark Wilmot's series by spotlighting songwriters. Today features Trey Miller and Marley Jayne. Live art by Marisa Mustard. Bring a potluck dish to share.

sweetearthflying, Doom Ribbons, Dog Person, Starpower, Bayou Princess

Buvez 585 Barber Street Suite A, Athens, GA, United States

Attaboy Tapes Presents: Benefit for Static Age Records in Asheville. 6 p.m. (doors), 7 p.m. (show). $10–20. www.instagram.com/attaboytapes

SWEETEARTHFLYING Former Athens resident Emmie Pierce uses guitar, found objects and modular synths to create subtle and extreme sonic textures, spatio-temporal distortions, and serene waves of cut up music.

DOOM RIBBONS Experimental sound project led by James Owen.

DOG PERSON Organ-driven pop with breezy ennui from members of The Buddy System, Nana Grizol and Go Public.

STARPOWER New band featuring Elizabeth Raps (Sex Cell).

BAYOU PRINCESS New local band.

Off the Clock Comedy

The Globe 199 N Lumpkin St, Athens

Athens Comedy presents local comedians and improv, this week featuring Courtenay Cholovich. Sundays, 9–10:30 p.m. $7. www.athenscomedy.com

Hook and Needle

Hook and Needle

Winterville Cultural Center 371 N Church St, Winterville, GA, United States

A crafting group with a focus on creating and contributing blanket projects for Project Linus. Second Mondays, 2 p.m. FREE! www.wintervillecenter.com

Holiday Maker’s Market

Sew Sew Studio 2971 Monroe Hwy., Bogart, United States

Browse bags, ornaments, stocking stuffers, crochet accessories, home goods and more. 4–7 p.m. www.sewsewstudio.com

Pen Pals Writing Group

Pen Pals Writing Group

Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United States

Meet other writers, share your writing experiences and get feedback on your work. Second & fourth Mondays, 5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee

Vietnamese Class

Vietnamese Class

Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United States

Instructor Martine Thy Nguyen will lead a class on the basics of Vietnamese. 6–7 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee

Teen Craft Night

ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United States

Make felt ornaments, ugly (paper) sweaters and DIY buttons. Grades 6–12. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org

Ornament Workshop

Aaron Heard Community Center 400 McKinley Dr., Athens

Capture favorite moments by creating a personalized ornaments. Ages 4​​–11. Registration required. 6​​–7:30 p.m. $5 (resident), $7.50 (non-resident). www.accgovga.myrec.com

Classic City Trivia

Classic City Trivia

Dooley's Bar and Grill 259 E Broad St, Athens, GA, United States

Test your trivia knowledge with host Garrett Lennox. 7 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ClassicCityTriviaCo

Bad Dog Trivia

Bad Dog Trivia

LumberJaxe 510 N Lumpkin St, Athens, United States

Test your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Mondays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens

The Christmas Hoot

Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United States

The Christmas Hoot. 7:30–10 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com

KLEZMER 42 Local seven-piece klezmer band specializing in Jewish and Romani music.

CHRISTMAS CAROL SING-A-LONG Athens Folk and Dance Society hosts a sing-a-long with Tommy Jordan and Dick Daniels. Participants can make requests and lyrics are provided.

Toddler Tuesday: Snow Day

Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United States

Enjoy art and storytime in the galleries, then complete an art activity. Ages 18 months to 3 years. RSVP by email. 10 a.m. FREE! [email protected]

Storytime

Storytime

Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United States

Drop in and join Ms. Jera for rhymes, songs, movement, a story and a craft. Ages 5 & under. 11 a.m. & 12 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee

Lunch & Learn

Lunch & Learn

Tyche's Games 1056 S. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States

Bring your lunch and learn new games. 11:30 a.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com

ESOL

ESOL

Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United States

Learn or polish your English skills using Mango languages online and in-person conversation. 12 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart

Athens Fibercraft Guild

Lyndon House Arts Center 211 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United States

There will be a covered dish luncheon and handmade gift exchange. 12:30–2:30 p.m. FREE! www.athensfiber.org

Crafternoon

Crafternoon

Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United States

Drop in for a craft or two. Supplies Provided. All ages. Tuesdays, 3:30–5:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee

Memoir Writing Group

Memoir Writing Group

Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United States

During this monthly group, hear memoirs from others and learn tips on how to write your own. 5:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart

Daily Groceries Co-op Annual Celebration

Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United States

5:30–8:30 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/dailycoop

CICADA RHYTHM Captivating Athens group playing melodic, roots-influenced folk-rock.

MAGENTA MEN Men performing a tribute to The Indigo Girls.

Teen Media Arts Club Screening

Lyndon House Arts Center 211 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United States

Club members will present works they’ve created throughout the year. 6 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/LyndonHouseArts

Reiki Circle

Reiki Circle

Serenity Attunement 160 Tracy Street, Athens, GA, United States

Connect in meditation and learn more about Reiki. Second Tuesdays, 6 p.m. $22. www.serenityattunement.com

Lines and Wines

Lines and Wines

Tapped Athens Wine Market 297 Prince Ave., Athens, GA, United States

Learn to use various calligraphy tools and methods while enjoying a selection of wines on tap. Registration required. 6 p.m. $28 (workshop only). www.kaartist.com

College Financial Literacy and You

ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United States

Learn how to prepare for funding college, how to find aid and what FAFSA is. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org

Polar Express Bedtime Storytime

Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United States

Wear your pajamas, grab a blanket and join Ms. Donna for train songs and a reading of the Polar Express. 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart

Georgia Children’s Chorus

Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall 230 River Rd., Athens, GA, United States

7 p.m. $15. pac.uga.edu

GEORGIA CHILDREN'S CHORUS Singers age 7–18 from the greater Athens area who are trained in-residence at Hugh Hodgson School of Music performing a special program called "The Joy of Song."

Classic City Trivia

Classic City Trivia

Akademia Brewing Co. 150 Crane Dr., Athens, GA, United States

Test your trivia knowledge with host Garrett Lennox. 7 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ClassicCityTriviaCo

Singo!

Singo!

Beef O'Brady's 1860 Barnett Shoals Rd., Athens, United States

Win gift certificates and prizes at this music bingo night. Tuesdays, 7–9 p.m. www.beefobradys.com/athens

Bad Dog Trivia

Bad Dog Trivia

Eddie's Calzones 227 E Clayton Street, Athens, United States

Test your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Tuesdays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens

UnPhiltered Trivia

UnPhiltered Trivia

Mellow Mushroom 320 E. Clayton St., Athens, GA, United States

Test your trivia knowledge with host Phil. 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/MellowMushroomAthens

Irish Christmas in America

The Classic Center 300 N. Thomas St., Athens, GA, United States

The family-friendly performance features lively instrumental tunes and old-style Irish dancing. 7 p.m. $32.50–36.50. www.classiccenter.com