Calendar Picks
Athens Clay Trail | Saturday, June 7 @ 9:00 am | Various Locations
Athens Clay Trail Various Locations
Historic Athens Heritage Walk | Saturday, June 7 @ 2:00 pm | Contact for Location
Historic Athens Her... Contact for Location
The Violin Summit Project | Saturday, June 7 @ 7:00 pm | 40 Watt Club
The Violin Summit P... 40 Watt Club
Artist Reception | Saturday, June 7 @ 7:00 pm | Athentic Brewing Co.
Artist Reception Athentic Brewing Co.
The Original Splitz Band
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesAubrey Entertainment Presents. 7:30 p.m. $7 (adv.), $10. www.facebook.com/AubreyEntertainmentAthensGA
THE ORIGINAL SPLITZ BAND A mixed drink of the classic Motown sound, part 1970s funk and disco flavor, a dash of the old-school and contemporary R&B, and a guaranteed good time.
Narrative Improv Graduation Show
Flying Squid Comedy 150 Fritz Mar Lane, Athens, GA, United StatesFlying Squid Comedy will showcase what students have learned in storytelling improv comedy. 8 p.m. $10. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
The Buddah Variety Show
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesBuddah hosts a night of performances. 8 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.com
Boycat, Faint
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesNogin and Nonsense. 8 p.m. (doors). $10. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
BOYCAT Experimental garage rock.
FAINT No info available.
Five Door Sedan, Patio, Third Street Band
Ciné Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. (doors), 9 p.m. (show). $10. www.athenscine.com
FIVE DOOR SEDAN Indie rock group from Charleston, SC with layers of saxophone and synths.
PATIO Local band that prides itself on genre-mixing rock, blues and funk.
THIRD STREET BAND NYC band blending the raw energy of alternative rock with the improvisational spirit of jazz and the rebellious vibe of punk.
Movies by Moonlight
Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesScreening of Paw Patrol. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets. 8:45 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com
Jim Cook, Big Magic
Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesAthens Farmers Market. 8 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.athensfarmersmarket.net
JIM COOK High-energy solo acoustic blues, rock and country. (8 a.m.)
BIG MAGIC Ukulele duo. (10 a.m.)
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
Monarchs Across Georgia Pollinator Symposium
State Botanical Garden of Georgia 2450 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesEducational lectures covering a variety of topics on native plants and pollinators plus a luncheon, garden tours and a native plant sale. 9 a.m.–3 p.m. $85. www.eealliance.org/monarchs-across-ga
Star Light, Star Bright Planetarium Program
Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn about the different sizes and colors of stars, with a demonstration on how they make energy. Registration required. 10 a.m. $5 (ACC residents), $8 (non-residents). www.accgov.com/myrec
Genealogy of Houses
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn the research methods and resources needed to trace architectural changes and significant events at a property. Registration required. 10 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Beginners Adaptive Pickleball Clinic
Thomas Lay Park 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn how to play adaptive pickleball, and enjoy refreshments and door prizes. Registration required. 10 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! [email protected]
Art & Craft Supply Swap
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesBring excess or no-longer-needed craft supplies and get new (to you) supplies. 10 a.m.–1 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Madison in May Tour of Homes
Various Locations Athens, GA, United StatesThe self-guided tour will feature a selection of Madison’s historic and traditional homes. May 16–17, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. $40. www.mmcc-arts.org
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. www.theindiesouth.com
Historic Athens Preservation Celebration
First Christian Church of Athens 268 W. Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesAfter the 56th Preservation Awards ceremony, enjoy a self-guided tour of historic church architecture and a VIP reception with hors d’oeuvres. 12:30–8:30 p.m. $35–80. bit.ly/springshowcase25
RC Outlaw Cowboy
Chibugan Cafe 302 Athens Rd., Winterville, GA2 p.m. 706-424-4286
RC OUTLAW COWBOY Country and gospel singer with over four decades of experience.
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
Fun With Online Newspaper Archives
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesAn introduction on how utilize and research online newspaper archives from the Library of Congress and the Digital Library of Georgia. 2 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Sip & Stitch
Foxglove Plantbar 1063 Baxter Street, Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy a drink, learn new embroidery stitches and create a piece of art. 2–5 p.m. $60. www.instagram.com/foxgloveplantbar
Inclusive History
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens 780 Timothy Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesAuthor and historian Michael Thurmond will speak on the history of inclusiveness followed by a Q&A. 3 p.m. FREE! www.uuathensga.org
Atheist Society of Athens
Jittery Joe's 1480 Baxter St, Athens, GANon-prophet discussions with friends and neighbors. Third Saturdays, 4 p.m. FREE! www.atheistsocietyathens.org
Late Spring Artist Market
The Old Pal 1320 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesBrowse various art and food vendors. 5–7 p.m. www.theoldpal.com
Farm Dinner
Diamond Hill Farm 545 Millstone Cir, Athens, GeorgiaEnjoy a farm tour, drinks, a grazing table and family style meal with all proceeds going towards addressing food insecurity in the local area. 5–8 p.m. $100–110. www.diamondhillfarmathens.com
Folie à Trois
Front Porch Bookstore 102 Marigold Ln., Winterville6 p.m. FREE! Find Front Porch Bookstore on Facebook
FOLIE À TROIS Playing a set of French chansons, originals and jazzy tunes.
Vinyl Island
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United States6–8:30 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
VINYL ISLAND Chill acoustic tunes.
Vinyl Open Decks
Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, Georgia6–10 p.m. FREE! www.creaturecomfortsbeer.com
VINYL OPEN DECKS DJ Nate and JiiG host an open decks night where attendees can bring a few records and sign up to share some tunes. Turntables and mixer provided.
Murray Attaway, Clay Harper
The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesAubrey Entertainment Presents. 6 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $15 (adv.), $20. bit.ly/MurrayAttawayMay17
MURRAY ATTAWAY Singer-songwriter best known for his work as the lead singer and rhythm guitarist for the legendary Guadalcanal Diary. Tense Music Plays album release party!
CLAY HARPER Musician known for his work as a songwriter and frontman in the band The Coolies.
AFMDS Contra Dance
Memorial Park Administration Building 293 Gran Ellen Drive, Athens, United StatesAFMDS Contra Dance. 6:30 p.m. (intro session), 7–10 p.m. (dance). FREE! (17 & under), $10–12. www.athensfolk.org
D/S/M Live music for a contra dance hosted by Athens Folk Music and Dance Society.
AFMDS Contra Dance
Memorial Park Administration Building 293 Gran Ellen Drive, Athens, United StatesThis community dance features caller Janet Shepherd and live music by D/S/M. No partner required. 6:30 p.m. (intro session), 7–10 p.m. (dance). $12 (adults), $10 (students w/ ID), 17 & under FREE! www.athensfolk.org
Plant BINGO
Foxglove Plantbar 1063 Baxter Street, Athens, GA, United StatesLearn more about plants, and win plant prizes. 7 p.m. $30. www.instagram.com/foxgloveplantbar
Jeffrey Vernon, Bleach Garden
Georgia Theatre Rooftop 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $10–15. www.georgiatheatre.com
JEFFREY VERNON Southern psych alternative rock musician and producer based in Athens.
BLEACH GARDEN Alternative band of four from Atlanta delivering rock music reminiscent of Led Zeppelin, Nirvana, Sound Garden and more.
Nicholas Mallis and the Borealis
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesClassic City Wrestling. 7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $20–30. www.40watt.com
NICHOLAS MALLIS AND THE BOREALIS Local synth-pop act claiming a diverse array of supposed corporate sponsors.
Classic City Wrestling
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesA night of high flying, power slamming independent wrestling, with a side of rock and roll by Nicholas Mallis and the Borealis. 7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $20–30. www.40watt.com
Murder the Mood, Ashes to Omens, Kyle Lewis is a Boring Name
Nowhere Bar 240 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 9:30 p.m. (show). www.instagram.com/nowherebarathensga
MURDER THE MOOD Local riff-laden alternative rock trio.
ASHES TO OMENS Seamless blend of hard rock, alt rock and post-grunge.
KYLE LEWIS IS A BORING NAME Ascending from the Atlanta sewers to bring their wacky amalgamation of emo-tinged avant pop to Athens townies (and students, I guess).
pondgorl, David Barbe, Marie Marie, Mountain of Youth
Ciné Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 9 p.m. (show). $12. www.athenscine.com
PONDGORL Athens-based artist Laila Li McCleery joins genre-bending friends in a band of beautiful, harmonious DIY glory.
DAVID BARBE Local luminary and studio engineer who has played in bands such as Mercyland and Sugar.
MARIE MARIE '60s pop-inspired group in the songwriting vein of The Beatles and Brian Wilson.
MOUNTAIN OF YOUTH Hunter Morris (Hunter Morris & Blue Blood, Gift Horse) leads a new band with Drew Beskin, Nick Robbins and Phillip Brantley.
No Place Like Home
Morton Theatre 195 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe Studio Athens Adult Dance Company presents a journey of dance through the magical land of Oz. May 16–17, 7:30 p.m. $7 (student), $10 (adult). www.thestudioath.com
Matilda the Musical
Oconee Youth Playhouse 1050 Jamestown Blvd, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesOconee Youth Playhouse presents the classic story by Roald Dahl. May 16–17 & 24, 7:30 p.m. May 18 & 24–25, 2:30 p.m. $15 (students), $20 (adults). www.oconeeyouthplayhouse.com
K-pop Dance Party
Buvez 585 Barber Street Suite A, Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. $5. www.instagram.com/buvez_athens
K-POP DANCE PARTY Dance to K-pop songs, new and old, provided by DJ Christee Darling.
Alli Blois & the Seeping Hearts, Your Ex’s Pets, Dipper Grande
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesAttaboy Tapes Presents. 8 p.m. $12. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
ALLI BLOIS & THE SEEPING HEARTS One can imagine the Alli Blois universe as an amoeba on the tip of a well-aimed arrow soaring through the horizons of an enchanted forest.
YOUR EX'S PETS Haunting, groovy, soft-loud songs with harmonies and layered arrangements.
DIPPER GRANDE Alt-cosmic music from Athens.
Todd Day Wait
The World Famous 351 N Hull St., Athens, GA, United States9 p.m. $10 suggested donation. www.facebook.com/theworldfamousathens
TOOD DAY WAIT Missouri native performing his own style of timeless country music influenced by early American folk, country and blues from the 1920s through the 1960s.
Go Bar Resurrection
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United States10 p.m. FREE! www.hendershotsathens.com
GO BAR RESURRECTION DJs Thomas Hedger and Dan Geller will keep you dancing all night.
Vinyl Open Decks Afterparty
work.shop 160 Winston Dr. #9, Athens, GA, United StatesVinyl Open Decks Afterparty. 10 p.m. FREE! www.workshopathens.com
CHRIS AMELL DJ specializing in '90s/Y2K/modern IDM and leftfield electronica.
DJ NATE Playing classic and current acid/electro/indie club sounds.
THUMP N HUSTLE Kevin Smith is a local DJ who came up in the early 2000s Orlando house/breaks scene.
GREG ELLISON Classic house and club DJ with a smooth touch and sharp ear.
JIIG Playing modern roots/dub/bass music and a champion of sound system culture.
Silent Book Club
Foxglove Plantbar 1063 Baxter Street, Athens, GA, United StatesBring a book and enjoy peaceful reading time with other book lovers. 9:30–11 a.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/foxgloveplantbar
Classic City vs. Peach State Roller Derby
Fun Galaxy Athens 3030 Cherokee Rd, Athens, GA, United StatesThe Classic City Rollergirls take on Peach State’s team. 10:30 a.m. (doors). $15. www.classiccityrollergirls.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.
