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Opening Reception | Thursday, July 3 @ 5:30 pm | Lyndon House Arts Center

Thursday, July 3 @ 5:30 pm

Opening Reception

Lyndon House Arts Center

Classic City American Music Festival | Saturday, July 5 @ 1:30 pm | The Foundry

Saturday, July 5 @ 1:30 pm

Classic City Americ...

The Foundry

OLLI Summer Film Festival | Tuesday, July 8 @ 1:30 pm | Ciné

Tuesday, July 8 @ 1:30 pm

OLLI Summer Film Fe...

Ciné

Wes Parker, Honeyknife, Your Ex’s Pets | Wednesday, July 9 @ 7:00 pm | Ciné

Wednesday, July 9 @ 7:00 pm

Wes Parker, Honeykn...

Ciné
Thursday, July 3 @ 5:30 pm

Opening Reception

Lyndon House Arts Center
Saturday, July 5 @ 1:30 pm

Classic City Americ...

The Foundry
Tuesday, July 8 @ 1:30 pm

OLLI Summer Film Fe...

Ciné
Wednesday, July 9 @ 7:00 pm

Wes Parker, Honeykn...

Ciné

Author Event

ATHICA 675 Pulaski St., Athens, GA, United States

An evening with author Xhenet Aliu as she reads from her newest book Everybody Says It’s Everything plus trivia, discussions and more. 7 p.m. FREE! www.avidbookshop.com/everybodysays

Hani’el ML

Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United States

7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). www.hendershotsathens.com

HANI'EL ML Visionary saxophonist, composer and educator currently based in Brooklyn, NY.

Dusty Mustard and the Winnebagos

Normal Bar 1365 Prince Ave., Athens, GA, United States

Attaboy Tapes Presents. 7 p.m. $10. www.instagram.com/normal_bar_athens

DUSTY MUSTARD AND THE WINNEBAGOS New honky-tonk country band.

Taiyamo Denku

Ciné Athens, GA, United States

ATHfactor-Liberty Entertainment. 7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $10. www.athenscine.com

TAIYAMO DENKU Milwaukee-based hip-hop artist with nearly 30 years in the industry, 39 released projects and 18 national tours.

ISHUES Legendary local hip-hop artist.

ANT DA RIPPER Athens hip-hop artist who strives to create a platform for aspiring artists with his own recording studio and label.

LB Dancer and rapper with Missy Elliot energy.

TDUL AKTIION Raw storytelling with Southern grit.

FARIN Athens dancehall vocalist supreme performing his own songs.

MIKHAYLA ROBINSON-SMITH Athens poet laureate.

DJ CHIEFROCKA A set of hip-hop favorites from a DJ who has been studying the art of DJing all his life and has been sharpening his skills in Athens for the past 12 years.

The Grawks, Shehehe, Five Eight

40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States

7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $10. www.40watt.com

THE GRAWKS Punk and garage-infused local rock and roll band. EP release show!

SHEHEHE Local band that draws from old-school punk and arena rock to create a fist-pumping atmosphere.

FIVE EIGHT Legendary Athens band known for its boisterous, thoughtful rock and roll.

Brandon Patrick George, Kenneth Weiss

Ramsey Hall 230 River Rd., Athens, GA, United States

7:30 p.m. $10 (w/ UGA ID), $49. pac.uga.edu

BRANDON PATRICK GEORGE Leading flute soloist and a member of the Grammy Award-winning Imani Winds whose repertoire extends from the Baroque era to today.

KENNETH WEISS Musician widely recognized as a leading authority of the harpsichord repertoire.

United We Dance: The Ultimate Rave Experience

Georgia Theatre 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States

7:30 p.m. (doors), 8:30 p.m. (show). $15–20. www.georgiatheatre.com

UNITED WE DANCE: THE ULTIMATE RAVE EXPERIENCE An electrifying night of EDM hits, immersive visuals and non-stop energy on the dance floor.

Motorhead2x

The Rail 1120 Mitchell Bridge Rd, Athens, United States

8 p.m. $5. www.instagram.com/motorhead2x

MOTORHEAD2X Athens rapper with a story to tell that still knows how to start a party.

Zack Keim, Violent Violet, Chairs

Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States

8 p.m. (doors). $10. www.flickertheatreandbar.com

ZACK KEIM Pittsburgh-based singer-songwriter whose musical background bridges the gap between garage-rock scuzz and kaleidoscopic folk reveries.

VIOLENT VIOLET Pop-punk outfit with members of Commüne and Bog Bod whose latest EP embarks on an ethereal analog odyssey.

CHAIRS Enigmatic local recording project that pulls from shoegaze and post-punk influences.

Bloodkin

Nowhere Bar 240 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States

9 p.m. www.instagram.com/nowherebarathensga

BLOODKIN Originally formed by Eric Carter and the late Daniel Hutchens in 1986, this gritty rock and roll group has accumulated a catalog of over 500 songs.

James Cook, Kate Morrissey

Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United States

Athens Farmers Market. 8 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.athensfarmersmarket.net

JAMES COOK Arty Ball Swing Band frontman plays a variety of music from the Great American Songbook. (8 a.m.)

KATE MORRISSEY Literate, sincere local group whose live shows come punctuated with an offbeat sense of humor. (10 a.m.)

Event Series Spring Plant Sale

Spring Plant Sale

State Botanical Garden of Georgia 2450 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United States

Browse plants for sale and get advice from staff and master gardeners, with proceeds benefitting the horticulture and conservation departments. Thursday is a preview sale (for members only). Apr. 17–18, 2–6 p.m.  Apr. 19, 8 a.m.–2 p.m. botgarden.uga.edu

Breakfast with the Bunny

Memorial Park 293 Gran Ellen Dr, Athens, GA, United States

Create a take home craft, enjoy a biscuit breakfast and chat with the Easter Bunny. Registration required. 9 a.m. & 10:15 a.m. $5 (ACC resident), $8 (non-resident). www.accgovga.myrec.com

Dog and Cat Low-Cost Vaccine Clinic

Comer Veterinary Hospital 311 Georgia Highway 72, Comer, United States

No appointment necessary for rabies, DHPP and FeLV + FVRCP vaccines. 9 a.m.–1 p.m. www.comervethospital.com

Family Day: Southern Vistas

Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United States

Learn about the elements of art with interactive gallery activities and a take-home art project. 10 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org

Environmental Ethics Philosopher’s Walk

State Botanical Garden of Georgia 2450 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United States

Join UGA’s Environmental Ethics Certificate Program and the ATL Chapter of Feminist Bird Club for a morning of birding. 10 a.m.​​–12 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/eecp_uga

Event Series Spring Plant Sale

Spring Plant Sale

R&R Secret Flowers 919 N. Chase St., Athens, GA, United States

Browse a wide variety of pollinator-friendly perennials, annuals, natives, herbs and veggies. Apr. 12 & 19, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Apr. 13 & 20, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. www.rrsecretflowers.com

32nd Annual Garden Tour

Various Locations Athens, GA, United States

The Piedmont Gardeners present a self-guided tour through five local gardens. 10 a.m.–4 p.m. $20 (adv.), $25. www.piedmontgardeners.org

Easter Egg Hunt

Memorial Park 293 Gran Ellen Dr, Athens, GA, United States

Enjoy holiday-themed fun with age group divided egg hunts. 11 a.m. FREE! www.friendsoffivepoints.org

Heartsong Herbs Plant Sale

477 Ruth Street 477 Ruth Street, Athens, United States

Browse over 60 varieties of gorgeous medicinal herbs, flowers and veggie seedlings. 11 a.m.–3 p.m. www.heartsongherbs.com

Event Series Abnormal Bazaar

Abnormal Bazaar

Indie South 470 Hawthorne Ave., Athens, GA, United States

This market features vendors selling soaps, jewelry, vintage, vinyl and more. Third Saturdays, 11 a.m.–3 p.m. www.theindiesouth.com

SPOA 20th Birthday Bash

Skatepark of Athens 4440 Lexington Rd, Athens, GA

Celebrate the Skate Park of Athens with live music, food trucks, contests and more. 12–8 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/Skate_SPOA

Historic Mills Discovery Hike

Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United States

Join local historians on a hike to learn about the history of the park and visit the newly discovered mill site. 1 p.m. $5. www.explore.gastateparks.org

Event Series Family Fun Festival

Family Fun Festival

Georgia Square Mall 3700 Atlanta Hwy., Athens, GA, United States

Enjoy rides, games, prizes and food. Apr. 11 & 18, 5–11 p.m. Apr. 12 & 19, 1–11 p.m. Apr. 13 & 20, 1–10 p.m. Apr. 14–17, 5–10 p.m. FREE! $30 unlimited ride wristband. www.georgiasquaremall.com

The Art of Loving Touch

Revolution Therapy and Yoga 675 Pulaski St., Athens, GA, United States

A couples massage workshop for learning new techniques, communication tools and relaxation practices. 1:304 p.m. $200. www.revolutiontherapyandyoga.com

Event Series Mamma Mia!

Mamma Mia!

Clarke Central High School 350 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United States

Cedar Shoals and Clarke Central high schools present a production of the classic musical that’s set on a Greek island. Apr. 1718, 7 p.m. Apr. 19, 2 p.m. $5 (students), $10 (general admission). www.clarke.k12.ga.us/clarkecentral

Star Wars Family Bingo

Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United States

Win prizes and be a part of the galactic fun with several rounds of Star Wars bingo. 2 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart

Morgan County High School Jazz Band

Madison Morgan Cultural Center 434 S Main St, Madison, United States

2 p.m. $10 suggested donation. www.marigoldauditorium.com

JAZZ BAND Morgan County High School students perform.

Begonia Embroidery Class

Foxglove Plantbar 1063 Baxter Street, Athens, GA, United States

Learn how to embroider a begonia in this hands-on class. 2 p.m. $60. www.instagram.com/foxgloveplantbar

Event Series Chess Club

Chess Club

Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United States

Drop in for open chess play for all skill levels. 3 p.m. FREE! ​​www.athenslibrary.org/oconee

Opening Reception

ARTS + ATHLETICS 130 The Plaza, Athens, United States

 “Love My Way” features mixed media paintings on canvas and works on paper by Paul Leroy. 3–5 p.m. FREE! www.artsathletics.com

Tokusatsu Club

ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United States

Screening of the 1982 TV series “Batten Robomaru.” 3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org

Blues Brews & BBQ Festival

The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United States

Aubrey Entertainment presents the annual festival with a special barbecue menu and live music. 3 p.m. (doors). $12 (adv.), $15. www.facebook.com/AubreyEntertainmentAthensGA

Blues Brews & BBQ Festival

The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United States

Blues Brews & BBQ Festival. 3 p.m. (doors). $12 (adv.), $15. www.facebook.com/AubreyEntertainmentAthensGA

JESSE WILLIAMS BAND North Georgia singer-songwriter whose sound is grounded in sultry, sweet blues infused with warm soul and melody medicine. (4 p.m.)

BIG C & BIG DON Long-running Athens blues enthusiast Clarence "Big C" Cameron along with Big Don. (4:45 p.m.)

THE VIBRATONES Veterans of the Athens blues scene playing a mix of blues styles ranging from Chicago to Texas and West Coast swing. (5:15 p.m.)

GLYN DENHAM & MARION MONTGOMERY Well known locally for their steel guitar, harp, and honky tonk blend of soulful Americana blues. (6 p.m.)

BLUES IMPALA Alabama blues rock band steeped in American roots music. (6:30 p.m.)

THE LUCKY JONES Old school rockin' rhythm and blues. (7:15 p.m.)

TERRAPLANE BLUE Versatile trio performing originals, traditional blues tunes and blues rock songs. (7:45 p.m.)

THE ORIGINAL SCREW TOPS Founded in 2012, this Athens band plays original blues as well as its own take on old-time classics. (8:30 p.m.)

RICK FOWLER BAND Athens-based blues rock group bringing an original yet familiar appeal to fans of '60s and '70s rock. (9:10 p.m.)

Atheist Society of Athens

China Star Superbuffet 3567 Atlanta Hwy, Athens, United States

The annual “eating meeting” for non-prophet discussions with friends and neighbors. Third Saturdays, 4 p.m. $15–20. www.atheistsocietyathens.org

Repent at Leisure

Front Porch Bookstore 102 Marigold Ln., Winterville

6 p.m. FREE! Find Front Porch Bookstore on Facebook

REPENT AT LEISURE Celtic pub band playing "Irish rock," including traditional, punk, modern and original Celtic music.

Opening Reception

Hotel Indigo 500 College Ave., Athens, GA, United States

Atlanta artist Paul Leroy’s installation “Tree of Life” will begin growing for its six-month exhibition. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.ihg.com