Calendar Picks
Indoor Ice Skating | Friday, July 18 @ 10:00 am | Akins Ford Arena
Indoor Ice Skating Akins Ford Arena
KIT, Meghan Dowlen, Nicholas Mallis and the Borealis | Friday, July 18 @ 7:00 pm | 40 Watt Club
KIT, Meghan Dowlen,... 40 Watt Club
Chop Shop V | Friday, July 18 @ 7:30 pm | Flying Squid Comedy
Chop Shop V Flying Squid Comedy
Real Wow, Blab School, Father Werewolf | Friday, July 18 @ 8:00 pm | Flicker Theatre & Bar
Real Wow, Blab Scho... Flicker Theatre & Bar
Po’Boy Fest
The Old Pal 1320 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesSpecial menu served by Cajun chef Cai Cai with New Orleans bounce music. 6–9 p.m. www.instagram.com/theoldpal
Gorgeous George’s Improv League
Buvez 585 Barber Street Suite A, Athens, GA, United StatesTownie improv that invites you to bring suggestions. Wednesdays, 7 p.m. $5 suggested donation. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
Jazz Night
Porterhouse Grill 459 E Broad St, Athens, United States7 p.m. www.porterhousegrillathens.com
JAZZ NIGHT Longest running jazz gig in Athens featuring a rotating cast of familiar faces performing American songbook, bossa nova classics and crossover hits.
FFS Cinema
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesScreening of the 1974 horror musical film Phantom of the Paradise. 7 p.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreandbar.com
Karaoke with DJ Gregory
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United States7–10 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
KARAOKE WITH DJ GREGORY Every Wednesday.
’80s Themed Karaoke
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
'80S THEMED KARAOKE Sing your favorites with DJ Gregory and dress up for an '80s costume contest.
MaiKai Open Mic
MaiKai Kava Lounge 1035 Baxter St Suite A, Athens, GA, United States7:30 p.m. (sign-ups). FREE! www.instagram.com/bulaatmaikai
MAIKAI OPEN MIC Share your music, comedy and poetry every Wednesday.
Shih Tzu Not Trivia
Locos Grill and Pub Eastside 1985 S Barnett Shoals Rd, AthensTest your general trivia knowledge. Wednesdays, 8 p.m. www.instagram.com/shihtzunottrivia
Toddler Thursday
OCAF 34 School St., Watkinsville, GA, United StatesDrop in for grab-and-go crafting, storytime or to look at art. Ages 2–5. 10 a.m. FREE! (members), $5 (non-members). www.ocaf.com
Nature Journal
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesMake your own field journal. 10 a.m. $5. www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
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
Coffee Hour
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesDrop in to drink some coffee, while supplies last. Thursdays, 11 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
A Bridge to the Past
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesLearn about history of Watson Mill Bridge with a tour through the longest covered bridge in Georgia. 12 p.m. FREE! www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
Fungi Hike
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesLearn about local fungi on a guided walk. 1 p.m. $5. www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
Bishop Farmers Market
Bishop Baptist Church 1110 Old Bishop Road, Bishop, United StatesVendors offer baked goods, artisanal goods, snacks and home goods. Thursdays, 4–7 p.m. www.townofbishop.org
Athentic Farmers Market
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesWeekly market featuring vendors Diamond Hill Farms, Normaltown Bread Company, Katie Bee Honey, Flossie May Forage and Grand Designs Woodworking. Thursdays, 4–7 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
Artist Talk
Lyndon House Arts Center 211 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesYanira Vissepó will discuss her textile paintings in the exhibition “Water Meadows.” 5:30 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/LyndonHouseArts
Artist Talk
Lyndon House Arts Center 211 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesPhotographers Josh Skinner and Lindsey Kennedy will discuss their recent works in the exhibition “Thaw Line.” 5:30 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/lyndonhouse
Wade Newbury
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United States5:30 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
WADE NEWBURY Easy listening tunes and classics on guitar.
KnitLits Knitting Group
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesKnitters of all levels are invited to have fun, share craft ideas and knit to their hearts’ content. Thursdays, 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Tarot & Tea
Indie South 470 Hawthorne Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesGather to learn more about Tarot cards and practice readings. Registration required. Last Thursdays, 6–8 p.m. www.theindiesouth.com
Closing Reception
tiny ATH gallery 174 Cleveland Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesGreg Bensons show “Another Place Entirely” will be on view. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.tinyathgallery.com
Thursday Trivia
Johnny's New York Style Pizza 1040 Gaines School Rd Suite 219, Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Todd Henderson. 6:30 p.m. www.johnnyspizza.com
Shih Tzu Not Trivia
Terrapin Beer Co. 265 Newton Bridge Road, Athens, GA, United StatesTest your general trivia knowledge. Thursdays, 6:30 p.m. www.instagram.com/shihtzunottrivia
Open Mic
Marigold Auditorium for Arts and Culture 373 N. Church St., Winterville6:30 p.m. www.instagram.com/marigoldauditoriumwinterville
OPEN MIC Mayor Dodd Ferrell, Adam Poulin, MK Barnes and Joe Willey lead a weekly open mic. Sing a song, tell a story or read a poem.
YumboTron; Olson, Wilcox & David; Slam-Tilt
Georgia Theatre Rooftop 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (music). www.georgiatheatre.com
YUMBOTRON Electric guitar-driven, psychedelic Cumbia band featuring members of Pylon Reenactment Society, Bichos Vivos and Organically Programmed.
OLSON, WILCOX & DAVID Trio playing upbeat songs.
SLAM-TILT Keyboardist Erik Olson leads this new ensemble through pinball themed love jams.
Mary & The Hot Hotty-Hots
The Globe 199 N Lumpkin St, Athens7:30–10 p.m. www.facebook.com/globe.athens
MARY & THE HOT HOTTY-HOTS Hot jazz and swing band offering music from the 1910s, '20s and '30s.
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. Fridays, 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Bold Tales About Brave Girls
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesRead picture books together about women in the “Women of Courage” exhibition. 11 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Closing Reception & Artist Talk
The Rook and Pawn 294 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesAthens photographer Jennifer Keene’s show “Southern Cemeteries: Tombstones & Tales” will be on display. 6 p.m. FREE! www.southerncemetery.com
The Hobohemians
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United States6 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
THE HOBOHEMIANS Six-piece acoustic band performing American and European roots music of the 1910s–30s, with a mix of proto-jazz, blues and folk.
Jeremy Would Let Me Drown
The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesAubrey Entertainment Presents. 6 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $12 (adv.), $15. bit.ly/TheFoundryAug1
JEREMY WOULD LET ME DROWN A tribute to Pearl Jam, Alice in Chains and Soundgarden.
Friday Night Initiative
Tyche's Games 1056 S. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn how to play a new roleplaying game. New players welcome. 7 p.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com
Wyld Staleyz, The Last Responders
Buvez 585 Barber Street Suite A, Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $10. www.instagram.com/buvez_athens
WYLD STALEYZ Self-described hot blooded, ball clenching power rock band from Athens.
THE LAST RESPONDERS A '77 style punk band from Portland.
Cicada Rhythm, Elli Perry, Your Ex’s Pets
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $12 (adv.), $15. www.hendershotsathens.com
CICADA RHYTHM Captivating Athens duo playing melodic, roots-influenced folk-rock.
ELLI PERRY A melancholy mesmerist, a ballsy chanteuse or a howling one-woman vocal wrecking crew whose style ranges from Southern Gothic blues and folk to experimental alternative rock and roll.
YOUR EX'S PETS Alternative indie rock featuring members of Dadgum, Jake Brower Band and Liz Farrell.
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
World of Oz Escape Room
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesA Wizard of Oz-themed escape room event with clues, puzzles and more. Ages 18 & up. Registration required. 10:30 a.m.-2p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Back to School
Aaron Heard Community Center 400 McKinley Dr., AthensThis annual event offers students the opportunity to receive new backpacks for the upcoming school year. Limited quantities. 11 a.m.–3 p.m. FREE! www.multiplechoices.us
Foodie Saturdays
Little Kings Shuffle Club 223 W. Hancock Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThis market offers free fresh produce, local vendors, bartenders and samples from a themed cooking competition. This week’s theme is create your own dish. [email protected]
Community Health in Focus Symposium
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesACC Human Relations Commission, panelists from local healthcare providers and moderator Dr. Loretta Duggan of HER Health will discuss access, equity and the future of care in Athens. 1–3 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/hrc
Georgia Writers Hall of Fame Induction
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesAnthony “Tony” Grooms will have a Q&A with local filmmaker Jesse Freeman before being officially inducted with a light reception. 1–3 p.m. FREE! www.georgiawritershalloffame.org
Petanque Carnival
Lay Park 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GAClassic City Petanque Club hosts games for adults and children ages 10 & up as part of Lay Park Community Center’s 50th anniversary celebrations. 2–5 p.m. FREE! [email protected]
LEGO Mania
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesDrop in to free build and create. All ages. 3–5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Southern Hospitality
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States5:30 p.m. (doors). $15 (adv.), $25. www.40watt.com
DJ CHARLIEFLOWER & DE LA LUNA Spinning a special set to get the night started. (5:30 p.m.)
LEX HAYLEY Singer-songwriter influenced by artists like Miley Cyrus, Bebe Rexha, Tate McRae and Ella Mai. (6:30 p.m.)
SXVXNT Lyrical rapper, singer and producer. (7:15 p.m.)
BCKS Four-piece indie-alternative band based in Atlanta. (8 p.m.)
VICKI'S DREAM Project blending punk, goth and metal influences. (8:45 p.m.)
THE UNKNOWN Alternative rock band from Atlanta. (9:30 p.m.)
STARDUST SONATA Four-piece band from Atlanta that pulls in elements of blues, funk, metal and garage rock to craft their own take on guitar-driven rock and roll. (10:15 p.m.)
MANNEQUIN PARTY Local Athens band blends smoky vocals, growling baritone guitar, off-kilter chord progressions and complex rhythms into melodic indie-psych-folk. (11 p.m.)
FREEMAN LEVERETT Hypnotic local songwriter and backing band with dreamy vocals, exuberant melodies and cosmopolitan influences. (11:50 p.m.)
