Ready, Set, Grow
Aaron Heard Community Center 400 McKinley Dr., AthensMs. Toya will lead the hands-on program “Little Chefs & the Hungry Caterpillar.” Ages 3–6. 10 a.m. $3 (ACC resident), $4.50 (non-resident). www.accgovga.myrec.com
Shadowfist Power Lunch
Tyche's Games 1056 S. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United StatesCome down with your lunch and play Shadowfist. New players welcome. 12 p.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com
Shadowfist Power Lunch
Tyche's Games 1056 S. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United StatesCome down with your lunch and play Shadowfist. New players welcome. 12 p.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com
Tour At Two
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesThese drop-in public tours feature highlights of the permanent collection. 2 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
Mary & The Hot Hotty-Hots
Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, GeorgiaAthens Farmers Market. 5–8 p.m. FREE! www.athensfarmersmarket.net
MARY & THE HOT HOTTY-HOTS Jazz and swing band offering music from the '10s, '20s and '30s. (6 p.m.)
The Athens Farmers Market
Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, GeorgiaMarkets offer fresh produce, flowers, eggs, meats, prepared foods, arts and crafts. Live music at 6 p.m. AFM double SNAP dollars spent. Wednesdays, 5–8 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net
Shih Tzu Not Trivia
South Main Brewing 1725 Electric Ave., Suite 140, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesTest your general trivia knowledge. Wednesdays, 6 p.m. www.instagram.com/shihtzunottrivia
Teen Prism Club
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesHang out in the library to play games, do crafts and build friendships in an inclusive and welcoming space. Grades 6–12. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Trivia Night
Hotel Indigo 500 College Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge. Wednesdays, 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.indigoathens.com
Karaoke
El Paso Tacos & Tequila 255 W Washington St, Athens, United States6–11 p.m. www.instagram.com/elpasoathenss
KARAOKE WITH DJ D00MSDAY Every Wednesday.
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.
Greater Athens Libertarian Party
Akademia Brewing Co. 150 Crane Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesFellowship with others of like-minded politics. First Wednesdays, 7–9 p.m. FREE! www.athenslp.square.site
Blood Everywhere
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesAn American novelist is stalked by an obsessed and razor-wielding maniac who commits murders that appear to be tributes in Tenebre. 7 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/bloodeverywhere.athens
Word of Mouth
The Globe 199 N Lumpkin St, AthensAthens’ longest-running spoken word open mic, with this month’s featured reader Ellie Swensson. 7 p.m. (sign-ups), 8 p.m. (poetry). FREE! www.facebook.com/athenswordofmouth
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.
Open Mic
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United States7 p.m. FREE! www.hendershotsathens.com
OPEN MIC Hosted by Liz Farrell the first Wednesday of every month. Sign up in person starting at 6 p.m.
Wasted Major, Jonah Pierce, Thomas Gay
Georgia Theatre Rooftop 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $13.90. www.georgiatheatre.com
WASTED MAJOR Rock group from Nashville that blends the classic sounds of '60s and '70s rock with a dose of '90s country and honky-tonk flair.
JONAH PIERCE Country/folk musician from Blue Ridge.
THOMAS GAY Local acoustic country singer-songwriter.
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
Dr. Fred’s Karaoke
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States9 p.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreandbar.com
DR. FRED'S KARAOKE Featuring a large assortment of pop, rock, indie and more.
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
Little Learners
Howard Park & Community Center 291 Henderson Ext., AthensExplore numbers, colors, letters and more through hands-on activities, creative play and social time with new friends. Ages 2–5. 10 a.m. $2 (ACC residents), $3 (non-residents). www.accgovga.myrec.com
123 Toddler & Me
Lay Park Community Center 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesBond with your toddler using fun gym games, arts and crafts, and kitchen goodies. 10 a.m. $3 (ACC residents), $4.50 (non-residents). www.accgovga.myrec.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
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
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
Wild Rumpus Volunteer Mixer
Cheba Hut 135 W Washington St, Athens, United StatesLearn more and sign-up to volunteer for this year’s Halloween festival, with food, drinks and music by Dj De LaLuna. 5–8 p.m. FREE! www.wildrumpus.org
The Grateful Dads
Hotel Indigo 500 College Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesLive After Five. 5:30–8 p.m. www.indigoathens.com
THE GRATEFUL DADS Local Grateful Dead cover band.
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
Bad Dog BINGO
Amici at The Falls 8851 Macon Hwy Suite 501, Athens, GA, United StatesPlay BINGO with host TJ Wayt. Thursdays, 6 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
Wine Tasting
J's Bottle Shop Tasting Room 1452 Prince Avenue, Athens, GeorgiaDrop in to try a variety of Mary Taylor wines. 6 p.m. $15. www.instagram.com/jsbottleshop
Love.Craft Bingo Night
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesA bingo event benefiting the nonprofit organization Love.Craft Athens. 6:30–8 p.m. $3–5. www.lovecraftathens.org
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
Ladies Night Out
Boutier Winery & Inn 4506 Hudson River Church Road, Danielsville, GA, United StatesEnjoy a night of dancing with wine, beer and a buffet. First Thursdays, 6:30–9:30 p.m. $20. www.boutierwinery.com
Oconee Rivers Audubon Society
Odum School of Ecology Auditorium 140 E. Green St, Athens, GA, United StatesThere will be a lecture on “A River Runs Through It: A Compelling Case for a Conservation Corridor on the Middle Oconee,” followed by a panel discussion. 7 p.m. www.oconeeriversaudubon.org
Rubber Udder, The Falling Spikes
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesAidan Lyerly Art Opening. 7 p.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreandbar.com
THE FALLING SPIKES New local band.
RUBBER UDDER Self-described weirdo experimental acid punk/noise-grunge thing from Athens.
Frigga Five, Estimated Principles, Intension
Georgia Theatre Rooftop 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $13.90. www.georgiatheatre.com
FRIGGA FIVE Atlanta rock band.
ESTIMATED PRINCIPLES Alternative rock from Augusta.
INTENSION Alternative rock from Monroe inspired by bands like Smashing Pumpkins, Deftones and Tool.
UGA Symphony Orchestra
Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall 230 River Rd., Athens, GA, United States7:30 p.m. $6 (w/ UGA ID), $23. pac.uga.edu
UGA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA Performing Antonín Dvořák's Symphony No. 8, a melodious and accessibly symphony composed in 1889 at Vysoká u Příbramě, Bohemia. Feautring UGA faculty soloist James Kim on cello.
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.
Fantastic Friday
Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesAn instructor supervises while a parent/caregiver leads their little ones through obstacle courses. Ages 1–4 years. Register online. 10–11:30 a.m. $7.50 (ACC residents), $11.25 (non-ACC residents). www.accgovga.myrec.com
Sustained Excellence
UGA Special Collections Library 300 S Hull St, Athens, GA, United StatesTake a curator-led tour of the UGA swim and dive exhibition. 3 p.m. libs.uga.edu
Paint Night
Lay Park Community Center 297 Hoyt St., Athens, GA, United StatesCreate your own work of art from an example painting. Supplies provided. 6 p.m. $15 (ACC residents), $22.50 (non-residents). www.accgovga.myrec.com
Sons of Sailors
The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesAubrey Entertainment Presents. 6 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $20 (adv.), $25. bit.ly/SonsOfSailorsSept5
SONS OF SAILORS A Jimmy Buffett cover band that has been performing together since 1980.
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
Trio Metro with Liz Farrell
No. 3 Railroad Street #3 Railroad St., Arnoldsville, GA, United States7–9 p.m. www.3railroad.org
TRIO METRO WITH LIZ FARRELL This piano, sax and drums trio plays jazz standards and an array of more contemporary covers with a jazz twist, featuring special guest vocalist.