Calendar Picks
Urinetown the Musical | Friday, August 8 @ 7:00 pm | Oconee Youth Theater
Urinetown the Musical Oconee Youth Theater
Ag Fest | Saturday, August 9 @ 9:00 am | Farmview Market
Ag Fest Farmview Market
Take This! Open House | Saturday, August 9 @ 11:00 am | Marigold Auditorium for Arts and Culture
Take This! Open House Marigold Auditorium for Arts and Culture
Family Day Book Reading | Saturday, August 9 @ 12:00 pm | Lyndon House Arts Center
Family Day Book Rea... Lyndon House Arts Center
The Sound of Distant Voices
Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall 230 River Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesThe Sound of Distant Voices. 7:30 p.m. $7.50 (students), $15. www.athensmasterchorale.org
ATHENS MASTER CHORALE A musical journey through the full spectrum of human emotion conducted by Justin Han.
The Hothouse
work.shop 160 Winston Dr. #9, Athens, GA, United StatesAn improv comedy show that pokes, prods and stretches reality until it verges on the surreal featuring LeeAnn Peppers, Bradley Bazzle and Matt House. 8 p.m. $10. www.hattmouse.com/shows
The Hallelujah Girls
On Stage Playhouse 215 High School Ave., Monroe, GA, United StatesOn Stage Playhouse presents a comedy about five feisty women who decide to shake up their lives after the death of a dear friend. Apr. 25–26, May 2–3 & 9–10, 8 p.m. May 4 & 11, 2 p.m. May 6, 7:30 p.m. $10–20. www.onstagewalton.org
Staff Graduation Party
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesStaff Graduation Party. 8 p.m. FREE! www.hendershotsathens.com
DJ CHARLIEFLOWER All are welcome and invited to this celebration, with the DJ playing trance, ambient, synth pop, new wave, deep house and more.
MSHR, Ohmu, Marcel Sletten
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. (doors). $10 (adv.), $12. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
MSHR An art collective that collaboratively builds and explores sculptural electronic systems.
OHMU Winston Parker's ambient compositions are simultaneously meditative and chaotic, invoking apocalyptic feelings at times but not without an element of hope.
MARCEL SLETTEN California-born and Athens-based electronic music producer, composer and artist whose sound varies from peaceful to intense.
Athens Goth Prom
Ciné Athens, GA, United StatesAthens Goth Prom. 9 p.m. (doors), 10 p.m. (show). $10. www.athenscine.com
DJ CROWE DJ Steven Crowe.
DJ TOMB LILY Adria Stembridge of Tears For The Dying spins deathrock, post-punk, goth and more.
TWIN POWERS Local DJ who is also a member of DJ trio Booty Boyz.
GOTH DAD Dustin Gannon of Vision Video leads a dance party spinning goth, post-punk, '80s, Halloween music and more.
Intuitive Gardening
work.shop 160 Winston Dr. #9, Athens, GA, United StatesLearn how to talk telepathically to the plants and nature spirits in your garden, share healings and discourage unwanted pests. 11 a.m.–1:30 p.m. $35. www.ancientsunsacademy.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.
Artist Reception
State Botanical Garden of Georgia 2450 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesRobert Clements will have a collection of about 30 works on view. 12–2 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/botgarden
Indie South’s Springtacular
Downtown Athens AthensShop this annual spring market featuring over 100 makers, artists and curators, food trucks, live music and more. May 10, 12–6 p.m. May 11, 12–4 p.m. www.theindiesouth.com
Classic City Pétanque Club
Lay Park 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GANew players welcome. Scheduled days are Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays at 1:30 p.m. [email protected], www.athenspetanque.org
Angel Street (Gaslight)
The Elbert Theatre 100 S. Oliver St., Elbert, GA, United StatesEncore Production presents a suspenseful Victorian Era mystery set in 19th-century London. May. 2–3 & 9–10, 7 p.m. May 4 & 11, 2 p.m. $9–17. www.elberttheatre.org
NE Georgia Civil War History Roundtable
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesThis roundtable hosts guest speakers that discuss topics relating to Civil War history. 3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Voices from the Past
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesA variety of writers from the OLLI UGA Writing Memoir Special Interest Group will share stories at the annual community reading. 3–5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
The Solstice Sisters
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesAubrey Entertainment Presents. 4 p.m. (doors), 4:30 p.m. (show). $15 (adv.), $20. bit.ly/SolsticeSistersMay11
THE SOLSTICE SISTERS Susan Staley, Anna Durden and Maggie Hunter harmonize on old-time country ballads, traditional folk and '40s styled swing. Special "O Mother, Where Art Thou?" performance for Mother's Day.
Traditional Irish Session
The Globe 199 N Lumpkin St, Athens4–7 p.m. www.facebook.com/globe.athens
TRADITIONAL IRISH SESSION Easy listening traditional Irish music.
Sushi Workshop
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn authentic techniques and make delicious rolls together for Mother’s Day. Registration required. 5 p.m. $55. www.athenticbrewing.com
Fester Hagood’s Mojo Confessional Songwriters Showcase
No. 3 Railroad Street #3 Railroad St., Arnoldsville, GA, United States6 p.m. $10 suggested donation. www.3railroad.org
FESTER HAGOOD'S MOJO CONFESSIONAL SONGWRITER SHOWCASE Every second Sunday. Bring a dish to share at the potluck.
Comedy Open Mic
MaiKai Kava Lounge 1035 Baxter St Suite A, Athens, GA, United StatesShow up and go up with your stand-up material. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/bulaatmaikai
Bad Dog Trivia
The Globe 199 N Lumpkin St, AthensTest your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Sundays, 6 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
Trivia Night
Cheba Hut 135 W Washington St, Athens, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge. 7:30 p.m. www.instagram.com/chebahut
The Hallelujah Girls
On Stage Playhouse 215 High School Ave., Monroe, GA, United StatesOn Stage Playhouse presents a comedy about five feisty women who decide to shake up their lives after the death of a dear friend. Apr. 25–26, May 2–3 & 9–10, 8 p.m. May 4 & 11, 2 p.m. May 6, 7:30 p.m. $10–20. www.onstagewalton.org
Off the Clock Comedy
The Globe 199 N Lumpkin St, AthensAthens Comedy presents a lineup of local and touring comedians. 8:30 p.m. (doors), 9 p.m. (show). www.facebook.com/athenscomedy
Hook and Needle
Winterville Cultural Center 371 N Church St, Winterville, GA, United StatesA crafting group with a focus on creating and contributing blanket projects for Project Linus. Second Mondays, 2 p.m. FREE! www.wintervillecenter.com
The 2025 Kiwanis Classic Golf Tournament
Jennings Mill Country Club 1150 Chambers Court, Watkinsville, GeorgiaEnjoy 18 holes of golf, unlimited range balls, lunch, specialty cocktails and raffle prizes. All proceeds benefit The Oconee Therapeutic Riding. 9 a.m. (tee-off). $175. www.tinyurl.com/KiwanisClassic2025
Marigold Farmers Market
100 North Church Street 100 North Church St., Winterville, GA, United StatesVendors offer organic produce, prepared foods, agricultural products and artisanal goods. Mondays, 10 a.m.–7 p.m. www.marigoldcollectivewinterville.com
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
1430 N Chase St 1430 N Chase St, Athens, GeorgiaThe local chapter meets weekly. Mondays, 11:30 a.m. FREE! www.classiccityrotary.org
Activate Athens
Aaron Heard Community Center 400 McKinley Dr., AthensThe ACC Leisure Services Department will host a community meeting providing an update on the department’s master plan. 12 p.m. & 6 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/activateathens
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
Vietnamese Class
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesInstructor Martine Thy Nguyen will lead a class on the basics of Vietnamese. 6–7 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Second Monday Line Dancing Lessons
Ciné Athens, GA, United StatesLearn two to three line dances. All ages, no experience required. 6:30–7:30 p.m. (beginner lesson), 7:30–9 p.m. (social dancing). $10. www.athenscine.com
Paint & Sip
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesEnjoy a painting tutorial while sipping sparkling grape juice. Ages 18 & up. Registration required. 7 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
General Trivia
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge. Mondays, 7–9 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.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.
Split Silk, Cam Girl, Janie Danger
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesNogin & Nonsense Presents. 8 p.m. (doors). $12. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
SPLIT SILK Noisy and cathartic post-hardcore led by Lucca Carver.
CAM GIRL High-energy rock torn from the pages of a space-age comic book.
JANIE DANGER Transcendental hyperpunk artist from Atlanta.
Toddler Tuesday: Gallery ABCs
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy 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]
Lunch & Learn
Tyche's Games 1056 S. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United StatesBring your lunch and learn new games. 11:30 a.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com
Classic City Pétanque Club
Lay Park 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GANew players welcome. Scheduled days are Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays at 1:30 p.m. [email protected], www.athenspetanque.org
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
Tiki Taco Tuesday
Live Wire 227 W Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy craft cocktails and a taco pop-up from Don Carne with themed weeks, live music and dancing. Tuesdays, 5–10 p.m. www.livewireathens.com
Memoir Writing Group
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesDuring 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
Activate Athens
Lyndon House Arts Center 211 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe ACC Leisure Services Department will host a community meeting providing an update on the department’s master plan. 6 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/activateathens
Rock ‘n Roll Trivia
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host The Music Man. Second Tuesdays, 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
UnPhiltered Trivia
Mellow Mushroom 320 E. Clayton St., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Phil. 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/MellowMushroomAthens
Bad Dog Trivia
Amici at The Falls 8851 Macon Hwy Suite 501, Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Miles Bunch. Tuesdays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens