Calendar Picks
Classic City American Music Festival | Saturday, July 5 @ 1:30 pm | The Foundry
Classic City Americ... The Foundry
OLLI Summer Film Festival | Tuesday, July 8 @ 1:30 pm | Ciné
OLLI Summer Film Fe... Ciné
Wes Parker, Honeyknife, Your Ex’s Pets | Wednesday, July 9 @ 7:00 pm | Ciné
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Community Class Day
DanceFX Athens 396 Foundry St., Athens, GA, United StatesWear something comfortable and try out individual classes teaching different dance styles and techniques. Registration required. 1:30–10:30 p.m. FREE! www.dancefx.org
Board Games
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesMeet friends or make new ones while playing a variety of games. 2–4 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Small Town Saturday
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesBrowse local vendors with live music and food for sale. 2–8 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
Funk on the Lawn
Madison-Morgan Cultural Center 434 South Main St., Madison, GA, United StatesFunk on the Lawn. 5:30 p.m. FREE! www.mmcc-arts.org
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.
Jimmy Dore
Georgia Theatre 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United StatesYouTube sensation and award-winning comedian uses his platform to bridge political divides. 6 p.m. (doors). $35–55. www.georgiatheatre.com
Joe DeVita, Other Voices, Other Rooms
ATHICA 675 Pulaski St., Athens, GA, United StatesSonic Space. 7 p.m. (doors). Donations accepted. www.athica.org
JOE DEVITA Experimental multi-instrumentalist and live looper.
OTHER VOICES, OTHER ROOMS Influenced by house music, rap and shoegaze, DJ Wyatt Nicholson uses audio inputs on analog synthesizers to filter and warp tape and drum machine sound sources.
Heart of Pine, Pickled Holler
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United States8 p.m. $15. www.hendershotsathens.com
HEART OF PINE Athens “Southedelic” band formed by Steven Bagwell and Travis Richardson, who are inspired by a culmination of influences spanning classic rock, blues, country, jam, Americana and funk.
PICKLED HOLLER Matthew and Jessica Williams singing rustic tales.
Kimberly York and The Boys
Nowhere Bar 240 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States9:30 p.m. $10. www.facebook.com/NowhereBarAthens
KIMBERLY YORK AND THE BOYS Country music done with a sparkle.
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
Artist Talk
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens 780 Timothy Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesPainter Starr Helms will discuss why she became a painter and her current works on display. 11:45 a.m. FREE! www.uuathensga.org
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
Repair Cafe
Solid Waste Office 25 Hancock Industrial Way, Athens, United StatesBring broken household items and appliances and work with experienced fellow community members to try and fix them. 2–5 p.m. FREE! [email protected], accgov.com/repaircafe
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
Emily Nenni, T. Hardy Morris, Teddy and the Rough Riders
The World Famous 351 N Hull St., Athens, GA, United States8:30 p.m. www.facebook.com/theworldfamousathens
EMILY NENNI Nashville-based musician with a sound rooted in classic honky-tonk and spiked with serious country, soul and rock and roll fire, along with sweet-and-sassy lyrics.
T. HARDY MORRIS Local singer-songwriter and guitarist plays twangy, reflective folk-rock.
TEDDY AND THE ROUGH RIDERS Solid gold country band from Nashville.
Off the Clock Comedy
The Globe 199 N Lumpkin St, AthensAthens Comedy presents local comedians and improv, this week featuring Azalea Renee and Jorge Paz Soldan with host Pete Barlow. Sundays, 9–11 p.m. $5. www.facebook.com/athenscomedy
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. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
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
Open Chess Play
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesDrop in for a game open to all skill levels with light refreshments served. Mondays, 3–5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Pen Pals Writing Group
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesMeet other writers, share your writing experiences and get feedback on your work. Second & fourth Mondays, 5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
General Trivia with Erin
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Erin. Mondays, 7–9 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Classic City Trivia
Dooley's Bar and Grill 259 E Broad St, Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Garrett Lennox. 7 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ClassicCityTriviaCo
Bad Dog Trivia
LumberJaxe 510 N Lumpkin St, Athens, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Mondays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
Sake Bomb Open Mic Comedy
Cozy Bar 179 N. Jackson St., Athens, GA, United StatesWatch a variety of comedians perform new material or join in with your own standup routine. Mondays, 9 p.m. FREE! www.athenscomedy.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. [email protected], www.athenspetanque.org
Privacy and Security
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn tips on how to protect your personal information and control your privacy online. Registration required. 10 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Open Book Club
Oglethorpe Co. Library 858 Athens Rd., Lexington, GA, United StatesDiscuss mainstream fiction, thrillers and mysteries with the group. Last Tuesdays, 1 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oglethorpe
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
Carnival of Animals
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesWatch a puppet show featuring original poetry and classical music, then stay for a puppet craft. 2 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Knot Just For Knitters
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesBring your own crafting project to work on while chatting with fellow crafters. Tuesdays, 3–5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Crafternoon
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesDrop in for a craft or two. Supplies Provided. All ages. Tuesdays, 3:30–5:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Chess and Pizza
Youth Force Hub Georgia Square Mall 3700 Atlanta Hwy, Athens, United StatesOpen chess play for all levels with pizza provided. Last Tuesdays, 5–7 p.m. FREE! www.chessandcommunity.org
West Broad Farmers Market and Garden
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesVendors on site with fresh produce, local fare, rare plants, artisan goods and more. Second and Fourth Tuesdays, 5–8 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Tuesday Night Shenanigans
Southern Brewing Co. 231 Collins Industrial Blvd., Athens, GA, United StatesPlay board games and arcade games on site, bring your own games or even your D&D group. Tuesdays, 5–10 p.m. www.sobrewco.com
Tiki Taco Tuesday
Live Wire 227 W Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy live music, craft cocktails and a taco pop-up from Don Carne. Tuesdays, 5–10 p.m. www.livewireathens.com
Mystery Book Club
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesJoin Dr. Penny Mills to discuss Anthony Horowitz’s novel Moonflower Murders. 5:30–6:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Athens Photography Guild
Lyndon House Arts Center 211 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe meeting will feature a presentation on “Available Light Event Photography” by Wade Sheldon. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athensphotographyguild.wordpress.com
Summer Saver Volunteer Training
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesAn evening of orientation and training for ages 17 & up. Registration required. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Jesse Ray Smith, Hunlo
Terrapin Beer Co. 265 Newton Bridge Road, Athens, GA, United States6:30 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $10. www.terrapinbeer.com
JESSE RAY SMITH San Diego artist with a groovy brand of Americana for fans of Van Morrison, Jackson Browne and Chris Stapleton.
HUNLO Electrified, soulful artist with a soft, inspiring sound.
Author Talk
Avid Bookshop 1662 S. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United StatesRabbi Ariana Katz and Rabbi Jessica Rosenberg will discuss their book For Times Such As These: A Radical’s Guide to the Jewish Year. 7 p.m. FREE! www.avidbookshop.com
Kenosha Kid
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesNo Phone Party. 7 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.com
KENOSHA KID Instrumental adventure-jazz group centered around the rollicking compositions of Dan Nettles and featuring Josh Allen, Seth Hendershot and various guests.
Bad Dog Trivia
Amici Athens 233 E Clayton St, Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Tuesdays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
Classic City Trivia
Akademia Brewing Co. 150 Crane Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Garrett Lennox. 7 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ClassicCityTriviaCo
Rabbit Box Storytelling: With This Ring
VFW Post 2872 835 Sunset Dr, AthensThis month’s storytelling theme is “With This Ring” with eight people sharing the meaning behind their rings. 7–9 p.m. $10. www.rabbitbox.org
Slater, Tony Velour, Trvy and the Enemy
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. (doors). $15. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
SLATER Alternative pop artist from Southern California whose discography ranges from club bangers to therapeutic nighttime cruising tunes.
TONY VELOUR Altanta-based artist who blends hip hop and hyperpop.
TRVY AND THE ENEMY Hip-hop band that blends trap, funk and psychedelic rock.
Open Mic
Normal Bar 1365 Prince Ave., Athens, GA, United States8–11 p.m. FREE! [email protected]
OPEN MIC Held Every Tuesday evening.
Crawfish Fest
Crawfish Fest. 11 a.m.–8 p.m. $30–35. RSVP. www.saucehouse.com/crawfishfest
CAMBELL SOUP No info available. (11 a.m.–2 p.m.)
ZION STOVALL BAND A well-rounded mix of blues, rock, country, funk and R&B. (2–5 p.m.)
RON STONE Local acoustic guitarist. (5–9 p.m.)
Busy Bee Toddler Time
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesJoin Ms. Donna for rhymes, songs, puppets and a story. 10 a.m. & 11 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart