Calendar Picks
Julien Baker & TORRES | Monday, April 28 @ 7:00 pm | Georgia Theatre
Julien Baker &... Georgia Theatre
Napalm Death, Melvins, Dark Sky Burial, Weedeater | Tuesday, April 29 @ 6:00 pm | 40 Watt Club
Napalm Death, Melvi... 40 Watt Club
Luke Fields
Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, GeorgiaSouthern Ladies Arm Wrestling Charity Tournament. 4–9 p.m. $15–20. www.slawladies.org
LUKE FIELDS Member of Bit Brigade performs live covers of '80s songs while arm wrestlers compete. Costumes encouraged.
Canopy: The Musical
Canopy Studio 160-6 Tracy Street, Athens, GA, United StatesThe studio’s Repertory Company will pay homage to some of its favorite musicals through aerial dance. Oct. 20–21, 8 p.m. Oct. 21–22, 4 p.m. $15–20. www.canopystudio.org
Savannah Sunday
Innovation Amphitheater 1005 Austin Rd., Winder, GA, United StatesTree House Hope Fest. 5 p.m. (doors), 6 p.m. (show). www.innovationamphitheater.com
SAVANNAH SUNDAY Aiken, SC-based band playing originals and covers of rock and roll, country and pop hits of the past few decades.
Music in the Round
No. 3 Railroad Street #3 Railroad St., Arnoldsville, GA, United States6–8 p.m. $20 suggested donation. www.3railroad.org
MUSIC IN THE ROUND Brian Smith, Ivan Strunin and Betsy Scott take turns sharing their songs and style.
SLAW (Southern Ladies Arm Wrestling)
Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, GeorgiaAn independent arm wrestling charity benefit tournament for Project Safe with music by Luke Fields of Bit Brigade. 6–9 p.m. $15. www.slawladies.org
Athens Improv Festival
work.shop 160 Winston Dr. #9, Athens, GA, United StatesFirst annual two-day event showcasing improv acts from the Athens and Atlanta area. Oct. 20 & 21, 7–11 p.m. $15. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
Ancient Infant
Georgia Theatre Rooftop 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (show). FREE! www.georgiatheatre.com
ANCIENT INFANT Athens indie-sleaze and gritty rock and roll band.
Athens Lindy Night
The Studio Athens 160 Tracy St. Unit 8, Athens, GA, United StatesLearn the original swing dance Lindy Hop. No experience or partner required. Beginner lesson, 7–8 p.m. Social dancing, 8–10 p.m. $5–10. www.instagram.com/athensswingcentral
Karen Morgan
Hotel Indigo 500 College Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesA two-show live album comedy taping with special guest Barbara Dooley and host Haylie Montgomery. 6 p.m. (door), 7 p.m. & 9 p.m. (shows). $20. www.indigoathens.live.
Sunny Day Real Estate, Pool Kids
Georgia Theatre 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $36.50–41.50. www.georgiatheatre.com
SUNNY DAY REAL ESTATE A band that walks the fine line between profane ecstasy and sacred transcendence through emo and indie rock.
POOL KIDS Math rock emo band from Tallahassee, FL.
Zombie Farms
Zombie Farms 568 Smithonia Rd, Winterville, GA, United StatesHaunted 3/4 mile trail through dark and spooky woods filled with scary monsters and creepy characters. 7:30 p.m. $33–40. www.zombiefarms.com
The Thalian Blackfriars New Works Play Festival
Town & Gown Players 115 Grady Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThis festival will showcase new works written and directed by current Thalian Blackfriars. Oct. 20–21, 8 p.m. Oct. 22, 2 p.m. $5. www.townandgownplayers.org
Instant Smile, Loveseat, Violent Violet
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. (doors), 9 p.m. (show). $10. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
INSTANT SMILE Guitar and drum heavy pop duo from Athens. EP release show!
LOVESEAT Indie-alternative punk band from Indiana with caffeinated rhythms and fuzzed-up guitar chops.
VIOLENT VIOLET Pop-punk outfit whose latest EP embarks on an ethereal analog odyssey.
SOPHIA, Florence Cardigan, Mars Hill
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. (doors). $10 (adv.), $12. www.40watt.com
SOPHIA Indie rock band comprised of five best friends.
FLORENCE CARDIGAN Local punk funk band.
MARS HILL Three-piece indie rock band with a killer grunge and garage sound.
Salsa Dancing Social
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesCome have fun on the dance floor and learn some new moves. No partner or experience required. 8 p.m.–12 a.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Athens Showgirl Cabaret Sensational Saturday
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesEnjoy a special night of Halloween drag entertainment and a costume contest. Ages 18 & up. 9 p.m. $5. www.athensshowgirlcabaret.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; Wednesdays at 6 p.m. www.athenspetanque.org
Athens Home Expo
The Classic Center 300 N. Thomas St., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn about the latest in home improvement, remodeling, outdoor living and more. Oct. 20, 12–6 p.m. Oct. 21, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Oct. 22, 11 a.m.–4 p.m. FREE! www.classiccenter.com
New Horizons Band, Athens Jam Band
Midnight Iguana Tattoo 800 Oglethorpe Ave, United StatesMidnight Iguana Fall Festival. 12 p.m.–5 p.m. www.facebook.com/AthenGeorgiasBestTattoos
NEW HORIZONS BAND Community-based group of musicians. (2 p.m.)
ATHENS JAM BAND Local band playing danceable grooves. (3 p.m.)
Midnight Iguana Fall Festival
Midnight Iguana Tattoo 800 Oglethorpe Ave, United StatesEnjoy family-friendly live music, food, a costume contest and more. 12–5 p.m. www.facebook.com/AthenGeorgiasBestTattoos
Shauna and the Jaywalkers
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United States1 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.com
SHAUNA AND THE JAYWALKERS Local artist Shauna Greeson performing original songs.
Shauna and The Jaywalkers
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United States1 p.m. FREE! www.hendershotsathens.com
SHAUNA AND THE JAYWALKERS Americana singer-songwriter from Athens.
Athens VHS Fest 2023
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesSecond annual festival celebrating analog media with vendors, tape swaps, live music, live visuals and more. 1–7 p.m. FREE! www.jokerjokertv.com
Classic City Pétanque Club
Lay Park Community Center 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesNew players welcome. Scheduled play days are Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays at 1:30 p.m. [email protected], www.athenspetanque.org
Tree Identification
UGA Arch US-78 BUS, Athens, GA, United StatesSpend an afternoon learning how to identify native trees. 2–3:30 p.m. Free! www.accgov.com
The Thalian Blackfriars New Works Play Festival
Town & Gown Players 115 Grady Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThis festival will showcase new works written and directed by current Thalian Blackfriars. Oct. 20–21, 8 p.m. Oct. 22, 2 p.m. $5. www.townandgownplayers.org
Black Market
Ciné Athens, GA, United StatesCelebrate black and minority business owners, entrepreneurs and culture with art, music, and more. 2–6 p.m. FREE! www.aadmovement.org
Athens Plant Community Sale and Swap
Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, GeorgiaLocal growers offer houseplants, perennials and plant related supplies for sale as well as a free swap table. 2–6 p.m. FREE! [email protected]
Author Talk
Madison County Library 1315 Hwy 98 W., Danielsville, United StatesA Friends of the Library meeting featuring a discussion with the author Sara Baker. 3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/madison
Gallery Talk
Steffen Thomas Museum of Art 4200 Bethany Rd., Buckhead, GA, United StatesFeatured artists of the exhibition “Algo para Declarar/Something to Declare” Jorge Arcos, Catalina Gomez Beuth and Franklin Delgado will speak on their work. 3 p.m. FREE! www.steffenthomas.org
Canopy: The Musical
Canopy Studio 160-6 Tracy Street, Athens, GA, United StatesThe studio’s Repertory Company will pay homage to some of its favorite musicals through aerial dance. Oct. 20–21, 8 p.m. Oct. 21–22, 4 p.m. $15–20. www.canopystudio.org
Bad Dog Trivia
Southern Brewing Co. 231 Collins Industrial Blvd., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Sundays, 4 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
Cuban Salsa
UGA Memorial Hall 101 Sanford Dr, Athens, GA, United StatesJoin UGA Salsa Club for lessons that meet a variety of dance abilities, including beginners. Sundays, 4–6 p.m. FREE! www.ugasalsaclub.com
Fall Festival
First Baptist Church 355 Pulaski St., Athens, GA, United StatesAnnual festival with Halloween themed games, hot dog dinner, costume parade and trunk-or-treat. 5–6:30 p.m. FREE! www.firstbaptistathens.org
Sal Vulcano
The Classic Center 300 N. Thomas St., Athens, GA, United StatesComedian known for the long-running TV hit “Impractical Jokers” and “The Misery Index” will deliver laughs. 5 p.m. $43.50–113.50. www.classiccenter.com
Bad Dog Trivia
The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Sundays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
Peter Karp Band
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United States7 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.com
PETER KARP BAND Roots-based folk and blues singer-songwriter and guitarist.
Peter Karp Band, Adam Klein
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United States7 p.m. $10. www.hendershotsathens.com
PETER KARP BAND American roots and blues artist from Tennessee with a talent for guitar and piano.
ADAM KLEIN Atlanta/Athens songwriter playing a rustic blend of country, folk and Americana.
Zombie Farms
Zombie Farms 568 Smithonia Rd, Winterville, GA, United StatesHaunted 3/4 mile trail through dark and spooky woods filled with scary monsters and creepy characters. 7:30 p.m. $33–40. www.zombiefarms.com
Shocktoberfest
Southern Brewing Co. 231 Collins Industrial Blvd., Athens, GA, United StatesThe Ciné Drive-In presents a month of horror favorites on the big screen, featuring M3GAN this night. 8 p.m. (gates), 9 p.m. (film). $10. www.athenscine.com/shocktoberfest-2023
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 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Nia Classes
RxGym 195 Miles Street Athens, Athens, GA, United StatesMindful movement for body and soul, adaptable for all ages and fitness levels. Mondays and Thursdays, 10 a.m. $15–20. [email protected]
Infant Storytime
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesCome for stories, songs, nursery rhymes, bouncing and cuddling, then stay for playtime. Ages 0–24 months. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Monday Marigold Market
100 North Church Street 100 North Church St., Winterville, GA, United StatesThe market features fresh produce, preserves, snacks and meat with a lunch special available (until 2 p.m.). 11 a.m.–6 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/marigoldmarketwinterville
Classic City Rotary
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThe local chapter meets weekly. Mondays, 11:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Carnaval Mask Making Workshop
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesMake masks using the paper mache technique in a festive environment with music, photographs and audiovisuals of Carnaval. Registration required. 4 p.m. FREE! https://tinyurl.com/235muyvd
Beginner Guitar Club
Lay Park 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GALearn the basic fundamentals of the guitar. Registration required. Every Monday. Ages 8-11, 5:30-6:20 p.m. Ages 12-17, 6:30-7:20 p.m. FREE! www.accgovga.myrec.com
