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Athens Film Festival | Saturday, August 16 @ 10:30 am | Downtown Athens
Athens Film Festival Downtown Athens
Hotline TNT, Sour Widows | Saturday, August 16 @ 7:00 pm | Hendershot’s
Hotline TNT, Sour W... Hendershot’s
Clay Horowitz | Saturday, August 16 @ 8:00 pm | Flying Squid Comedy
Clay Horowitz Flying Squid Comedy
Athens Film Festival | Sunday, August 17 @ 1:00 pm | Downtown Athens
Athens Film Festival Downtown Athens
Wieuca, Midsummer Motel, Trepid
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $10. www.40watt.com
WIEUCA Four-piece experimental outfit that fuses indie rock, psychedelia and trip hop.
MIDSUMMER MOTEL Atlanta band incorporating experimental soundscapes to achieve a washed out fusion of heavy soul and surf rock.
TREPID Local grungegaze and bouncy electro-punk.
Mavens Dance Party
work.shop 160 Winston Dr. #9, Athens, GA, United StatesA ladies-only dance party for the 35+ crowd to dance and socialize outside the club environment. Percentage of proceeds benefitting Project Safe. 7–11 p.m. $10. www.theindiesouth.com/pages/events
Good Gosh Fest Night 3
Normal Bar 1365 Prince Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesAttaboy Tapes Presents Good Gosh Fest Night 3. 7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $10 per night, $20 for all three. www.instagram.com/normal_bar_athens
ATHENS MIDDLE EAST ORCHESTRA Athens very own Middle Eastern inspired outfit that focuses on the musical culture of Egypt, Turkey, Israel, Syria and more.
ROWAN NEWBY Poetic and humorous Americana music inspired by '60s and '70s songwriting.
TAYLOR HOLLINGSWORTH Singer-songwriter and artist from Birmingham, AL who has played with The Dexateens, Verbena, and Conor Oberst and the Mystic Valley Band.
Schmooze, Intension, Remnant of a Loss, Electric Gemini
Ciné Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $10. www.athenscine.com
SCHMOOZE Athens alternative rock trio.
INTENSION Alternative rock from Monroe inspired by bands like Smashing Pumpkins, Deftones and Tool.
REMNANT OF A LOSS Atlanta-based alt-rock and hardcore band.
ELECTRIC GEMINI Heavy Atlanta trio alternating between slow hypnotic grooves and fast shredding.
Scarlet Stitch
Boutier Winery & Inn 4506 Hudson River Church Road, Danielsville, GA, United States7:30 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $10. www.boutierwinery.com
SCARLET STITCH Rock and roll band influenced by outlaw country, jam bands and alternative rock.
Clay Horowitz
Flying Squid Comedy 150 Fritz Mar Lane, Athens, GA, United StatesAn evening of stand up comedy with the world tour headliner and local support. 8 p.m. $10. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
Father Werewolf, Lemonmnm, Burly Ivy
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesJOKERJOKERtv Presents. 8 p.m. (doors). $10. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
FATHER WEREWOLF Athens band that entrances with hypnotic, hard-hitting post-rock.
LEMONMNM Bubblegum pop band from East Point.
BURLY IVY Psych art rock band with loungy space sounds and midnight choirs featuring Jim Willingham, Bryan Poole, Dain Marx and Ryan Bousquet.
Movies by Moonlight
Dudley Park 100 Dudley Park Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesScreening of Fantastic Mr. Fox. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets. 8:30 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com
Son Latino, DJ Yuri
Georgia Theatre Rooftop 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States9 p.m. www.georgiatheatre.com
SON LATINO Tropical band.
DJ YURI Spinning bachata, merengue, cumbia, reggaeton and more.
Andy Sydow & the Minor League
Nowhere Bar 240 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States9:30 p.m. www.facebook.com/NowhereBarAthens
ANDY SYDOW & THE MINOR LEAGUE Americana, rock and folk singer-songwriter from Denver whose lyrics paint a picture of poetic realism.
Silent Disco
The Root 1235 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United States10 p.m. FREE! www.therootathens.com
SILENT DISCO Grab a pair of headphones, choose a music channel and dance the night away.
Late Night Dance Party
The National 232 West Hancock Avenue, Athens10 p.m. FREE! www.gofundme.com/f/help-samuel-gribbon-fight-cancer
LATE NIGHT DANCE PARTY Tunes by DJ Immuzikation in benefit of local chef Sam Gribbon's fight against cancer.
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
Classic City vs. Fayetteville Roller Derby
Fun Galaxy Athens 3030 Cherokee Rd, Athens, GA, United StatesThe Classic City Rollergirls take on Fayetteville’s team. 10:30 a.m. (doors). $15. www.classiccityrollergirls.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.
Athens Film Festival
Downtown Athens AthensThis second annual festival spans four days screening more than 100 films across five venues with expert-led workshops and networking events. Aug. 14, 5 p.m.–12 a.m. Aug. 15, 1 p.m.–12 a.m. Aug. 16, 10:30 a.m.–12 a.m. Aug. 17, 1–4 p.m. $10–90. www.athensfilm.com
Puffs
Elberton Arts Center 17 W. Church St., ElbertonEncore Productions presents the play that reimagines the classic story of the boy wizard and his companions. Aug. 8–9 & 15–16, 7 p.m. Aug. 10 & 17, 2 p.m. $12 (adv.), $17. [email protected]
Artist Reception
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesWorks by local artist Tara Tanner will be on display with music by Dave Forker of Custom Concern. 2:30–5 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Dave Forker
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesTara Tanner Artist Reception. 2:30–5 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
DAVE FORKER Custom Concern member plays originals and covers.
Sunday Afternoon Tour
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesThis drop-in public tour features highlights of the permanent collection. 3 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
SIM Race Sunday
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesDrive for fun or compete for fastest lap on the Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps in a GT3 car. Registration required. 3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Chris Hampton
Boutier Winery & Inn 4506 Hudson River Church Road, Danielsville, GA, United StatesWine Down. 3–5 p.m. www.boutierwinery.com
CHRIS HAMPTON Acoustic solo set by country performer.
Artist Panel Discussion
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesArtists whose work is featured in the “Women of Courage” exhibition discuss what courage looks like. 4 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
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.
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
Sallow Friend, Racecar 44, Chairs
Buvez 585 Barber Street Suite A, Athens, GA, United StatesPrimordial Void Presents. 7 p.m. $10. www.facebook.com/buvezathens
SALLOW FRIEND New Haven, CT-based indie outfit fusing emo with math rock stylings.
RACECAR 44 New Athens indie band featuring members of Picture Show.
CHAIRS Local post-punk project featuring members of the Rishis, Penny Loafer, Organically Programmed, and Viv and the Things.
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
Muscle, Rubber Udder, Johnny Falloon
The World Famous 351 N Hull St., Athens, GA, United StatesMost Known Unknown Presents. 9 p.m. $10 suggested donation. www.facebook.com/theworldfamousathens
MUSCLE Baltimore, MD punk band.
RUBBER UDDER Self-described weirdo experimental acid punk/noise-grunge thing from Athens.
JOHNNY FALLOON Deranged local band with hard-hitting songs and complex theatrics.
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
Teen D&D Club
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesJoin a one-shot game open to all skill levels, including Dungeon Masters, with a prize drawing at the end of the evening. Grades 6–12. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Third Monday Book Club
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesDiscuss books chosen by the group. New members welcome. 7 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
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.
Shih Tzu Not Trivia
Fully Loaded Pizza Kitchen (Normaltown) 1298 Prince Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your general trivia knowledge. Mondays, 7 p.m. www.instagram.com/shihtzunottrivia
Trivia with Marissa
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesTest your trivia knowledge with host Marissa. 8 p.m. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
Bad Movie Night
Ciné Athens, GA, United StatesA world-famous ventriloquist is pushed to extremes in the mind melting, telenovela-style On The Edge of Terror. 8 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/BadMovieNight
Internet 101: Browser Basics
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn how to search and navigate the internet and utilize browser tools. Registration required. 10 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Creative Aging Art Workshop
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin teaching artist Toni Carlucci to discuss art in the galleries and to make art in the studio classroom. All skill levels welcome. Ages 55 & up. Registration required. 10 a.m. FREE! [email protected]
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
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
Suicide Prevention Training
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesLearn how to recognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis and how to question, persuade and refer someone to help. Registration required. 1 p.m. FREE! tinyurl.com/oconeelibqpr
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
Kinky Waikiki
Live Wire 227 W Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesTiki Taco Tuesday. 5–10 p.m. FREE! www.livewireathens.com
KINKY WAIKIKI Relaxing, steel guitar-driven band following the traditions of Hawaiian music.
