Calendar Picks
Poetry for the People | Saturday, August 23 @ 5:00 pm | Dudley Park
Poetry for the People Dudley Park
Athens Improv Festival | Saturday, August 23 @ 6:00 pm | Flying Squid Comedy
Athens Improv Festival Flying Squid Comedy
Planet Queer Prom | Saturday, August 23 @ 8:00 pm | 40 Watt Club
Planet Queer Prom 40 Watt Club
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.
Three Star Cinema
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesScreening of the 1985 horror adventure film Magic Lizard. 7 p.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreandbar.com
Disney Night Karaoke
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
DISNEY NIGHT KARAOKE Sing your favorites with DJ Gregory and dress up for a costume contest.
Meet the Artist
The Old Pal 1320 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesPainter, muralist and community organizer Broderick Flanigan’s exhibition will be on view with food by Chef Cai Cai. 7–10 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/theoldpal
New Faces Night
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United StatesNew Faces Night. 7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). FREE! www.hendershotsathens.com
ANTRONA Alt-rock for your younger brother’s oldest cousin’s wife’s pet dog’s past foster parents and their kids.
SLIME Alt-rock band comprised of local students.
MILES GIOVANNI. Lo-fi indie singer-songwriter from Georgia with a mellow vibe.
Neutral Snap, Recess Party
Georgia Theatre Rooftop 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $13.90. www.georgiatheatre.com
NEUTRAL SNAP New Orleans pop punk revivalists.
RECESS PARTY Local indie-rock band with a self-described collage of rock, funk and alternative.
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
Andrew’s Going Away Party
Hidden Gem 625 Barber St Suite 140, Athens, United States8–11 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/hiddengemglobalhq
ANDREW'S GOING AWAY PARTY Mini sets featuring Your Ex's Pets, Neighbor Lady, Thick Paint/Terry's Dolman, Julia Barfield, McKendrick Bearden, Curt Castle and Semicircle.
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
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
Lil Master Chef
Howard Park & Community Center 291 Henderson Ext., AthensCreate snacks while having fun in the kitchen, this month making omelets. Ages 2–5. 10:30 a.m. $3 (ACC residents), $4.50 (non-residents). www.accgovga.myrec.com
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
Across the Board Book Club
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesDiscuss books chosen by the group. New members welcome. Fourth Thursdays, 11 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
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 StatesMuralist Amanda Burk will discuss her work with light refreshments served. 6 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/lyndonhouse
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
Adult Dungeons & Dragons
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesA gaming session for players of all skill levels. Ages 18 & up. 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
UGA Creative Writing Program
The Globe 199 N Lumpkin St, AthensThis new student reading event will feature the work of five students with a reception to follow. 6 p.m. FREE! english.uga.edu
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
Learning by Leading Information Session
State Botanical Garden of Georgia 2450 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn about the program that provides students with leadership skills and hands-on experience with conservation, horticulture and more. Registration required. 6 p.m. FREE! botgarden.uga.edu
Kinky Waikiki
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United States6 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
KINKY WAIKIKI Relaxing, steel guitar-driven band following the traditions of Hawaiian music.
Figure Drawing Open Studio
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesSketch from a 1920s fashion costumed model in this life-drawing workshop. Registration required. 6 p.m. FREE! [email protected]
Live Art & Jam Session
The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesLocal artists will be painting live with musicians jamming. 6 p.m. www.hotelabacusathens.com
Closing Reception
tiny ATH gallery 174 Cleveland Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThe group exhibition “Cloth: Untied & United” featuring non-traditional textile works will be on view. 6–9 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
Midnight in Paris
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesScreening of the 2011 Oscar-winning film featuring Owen Wilson and Rachel McAdams. 7 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
Line Dance Lessons
Boutier Winery & Inn 4506 Hudson River Church Road, Danielsville, GA, United StatesLearn how to line dance with Amy. 7–9 p.m. $5. www.boutierwinery.com
Chamomile & Whiskey
Georgia Theatre Rooftop 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). FREE! www.georgiatheatre.com
CHAMOMILE & WHISKEY Deep roots rock outfit based in Nashville known for its incisive lyricism and nostalgic sound.
Winyah, Edgehill
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $17 (adv.), $20. www.40watt.com
WINYAH Nashville-based indie and Southern rock band.
EDGEHILL Alternative rock band from Nashville.
Countdown to Kick-Off
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThe <em>Red & Black</em> hosts a conversation with Mark Schlabach, David Pollack and Tony Barnhart ahead of the football season’s opening game. 7:30 p.m. $25. givebutter.com/sdHNYL
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.
Lilly Hart & Josie James, Ava Wilds, Mannequin Party
Ciné Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. (doors), 9 p.m. (show). $12. www.athenscine.com
LILLY HART & JOSIE JAMES Singer-songwriters based in Nashville, TN.
AVA WILDS Artist mixing country, folk and pop sensibilities.
MANNEQUIN PARTY Local Athens band blends smoky vocals, growling baritone guitar, off-kilter chord progressions and complex rhythms into melodic indie-psych-folk.
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
Last Friday Crafting
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesDrop in with your craft to work with other crafters and artists. 11 a.m.–1 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
21st Anniversary Weekend
Boutier Winery & Inn 4506 Hudson River Church Road, Danielsville, GA, United StatesA three-day event celebrating the winery’s anniversary with daily specials. Aug. 29–31, 11:30 a.m.–5 p.m. www.boutierwinery.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
Greg Lilley and Ivan Strunin
No. 3 Railroad Street #3 Railroad St., Arnoldsville, GA, United States6 p.m. $10–20 suggested donation. www.3railroad.org
GREG LILLEY AND IVAN STRUNIN Duo playing percussive guitar and violin.
Kinchafoonee Cowboys
The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesAubrey Entertainment Presents. 6 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $25 (adv.), $30. bit.ly/KinchafooneeAug29
KINCHAFOONEE COWBOYS Long-running country band from South Georgia that was established in 1991.
Pull Chains, Honeypuppy, Infinte Favors
Ideal Bagel 815 W Broad St B, Athens, GA, United States6 p.m. (doors), 7 p.m. (show). $10. www.instagram.com/idealbagelco
PULL CHAINS New project that includes Greg Cartwright (Oblivians, Reigning Sound), Jesse Smith (Carbonas, Gentleman Jesse) and Joseph Plunkett (Country Westerns).
HONEYPUPPY Four-piece indie rock band self-described as a "menace to society."
INFINITE FAVORS Project of brothers Andrew and Nathan Prater that trades in the sludgy, punishing riffs of previous projects for vocal harmonies, melodic basslines and hand percussion to create unforgettable, minimal bedroom pop.
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
Tom Segura
The Classic Center 300 N. Thomas St., Athens, GA, United StatesThe actor, comedian and writer known for several Netflix specials is on his “Come Together” tour. 6:30 p.m. (doors), 7:30 p.m. (show). $39–215. www.classiccenter.com
Evening Kayak Paddle
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesEnjoy a ranger-led paddle on the river. Registration required. 7 p.m. $15/person, $5 parking pass/vehicle. www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge