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Athens Film Festival | Friday, August 15 @ 1:00 pm | Downtown Athens
Athens Film Festival Downtown Athens
Dub Bonanza Block Party | Friday, August 15 @ 8:00 pm | Ciné
Dub Bonanza Block P... Ciné
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
Coffee Stain, Regulator, Arms Dealer, Hospice
The World Famous 351 N Hull St., Athens, GA, United States9 p.m. $10 suggested donation. www.facebook.com/theworldfamousathens
COFFEE STAIN Florida hardcore punk.
REGULATOR Hardcore punk project.
ARMS DEALER New local band composed of members from other local bands.
HOSPICE Atlanta e-punk.
Morning Mindfulness
Georgia Museum of Art 90 Carlton St., Athens, GA, United StatesInstructor-led meditation, movement and mindfulness techniques in the galleries. Email to RSVP. 9:30 a.m. FREE! [email protected]
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
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
Opening Reception
Foyer 135 Park Ave, Athens, GA, United StatesJack Jiggles’ exhibition “ONLY FANS” will be on display featuring restored vintage electric fans transformed into sculptures. 5–7 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/foyer_athens
Hibbs Family Band
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United States6 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
HIBBS FAMILY BAND Quartet of family members combining the textures and rhythms of bluegrass and folk music with alt-rock melodic sensibilities and lyricism.
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
Happiness Is
Marigold Auditorium for Arts and Culture 373 N. Church St., WintervilleHappiness Is. 7 p.m. $15. www.classiccitycommunitychorus.org
CLASSIC CITY COMMUNITY CHORUS Summer program featuring a feel-good musical cabaret of songs.
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]
LSV Trio, Freeman Leverett, Lean Clean Dream Machine
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United States7 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.com
LSV TRIO No info available.
FREEMAN LEVERETT Dreamy, hypnotic and danceable songs with thoughtful lyrics and cosmopolitan influences. (8 p.m.)
LEAN CLEAN DREAM MACHINE No info available.
Country River Band
VFW Post 2872 835 Sunset Dr, Athens7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $10. www.facebook.com/vfw2872
COUNTRY RIVER BAND Classic western and honky-tonk style country band. Line dancing during the band breaks.
Good Gosh Fest Night 2
Normal Bar 1365 Prince Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesAttaboy Tapes Presents Good Gosh Fest Night 2. 7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $10 per night, $20 for all three. www.instagram.com/normal_bar_athens
DAVID BARBE Local luminary and studio engineer who has played in bands such as Mercyland and Sugar.
PONDGORL Athens-based artist Laila Li McCleery joins genre-bending friends in a band of beautiful, harmonious DIY glory.
KEILAN APLIN Old-time folk musician.
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.
Sunset Kayak Paddle
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesEnjoy a ranger-led paddle on the river and view the sunset. Registration required. 7:30 p.m. $15. www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
A Midsummer Night’s Tease
40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesDancefx Bombshells and Athens Spectacular present a drag and burlesque show. 7:30 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $10. www.40watt.com
Red Dakota, Drí + Violence, Seeking Approval
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United States8 p.m. (doors). $10. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
RED DAKOTA Athens-based indie rock group consisting of Alyssa Terry, Derek Terry, Lauren Leathers and Christian Gerner-Smidt. EP release show!
DRÍ + VIOLENCE Project of singer, percussionist and songwriter Adriana Thomas.
SEEKING APPROVAL Athens-based psych-funk band performing a mix of originals and covers.
Dub Bonanza Block Party
Ciné Athens, GA, United StatesNight 1. 8 p.m. $10. www.athenscine.com
DUB BONANZA BLOCK PARTY A two-day showcase of dub music and the new sound system built by Patrick Kascak of Black Mountain Sound, featuring performances from Prophet, Salty, JiiG and many more.
Yogi & the Bears
The Root 1235 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United States8:30 p.m. FREE! www.therootathens.com
YOGI & THE BEARS Classic covers and good vibes.
Kinetic Dance Party
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesKinetic Dance Party. 8:30 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
DJ CHARLIEFLOWER Eclectic DJ into trance, ambient, synth pop, new wave, deep house and more.
The Athens Farmers Market
Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesMarkets offer locally grown groceries and handmade goods with live music and children’s activities. AFM doubles SNAP dollars spent. Saturdays, 8 a.m.–12 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net
Dave Forker, Benny St. Peixe
Bishop Park 705 Sunset Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesAthens Farmers Market. 8 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.athensfarmersmarket.net
DAVE FORKER Custom Concern member plays originals and covers. (8 a.m.)
BENNY ST. PEIXE Atlanta-based bass player layering and looping jazz. (10 a.m.)
2025 BouleYard
BoulevardThe annual neighborhood-wide yard sale supports the Boulevard Neighborhood Association with individual homes setting up yard sales. 8 a.m.–12 p.m. www.boulevardathens.com/bouleyard.html
Fall Foothills Hiking Trail Ultimate Hike
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesGuided 2.5-mile hike with information about the ultimate hike program and how it works to end childhood cancer. 9 a.m. $5 parking. www.ultimatehike.org
Marigold Farmers Market
Pittard Park 115 Parkview Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesVendors offer organic produce, prepared foods, agricultural products and artisanal goods. MFM doubles SNAP dollars spent. Saturdays, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. www.marigoldcollectivewinterville.com
Public Tour
North Oconee Water Reclamation Facility 150 N. Oconee Access Rd., United StatesJoin a guided tour of the newly updated facility, and discover how technology and sustainable practices are transforming water reclamation. Registration required. 10 a.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/activities
Open House
The Studio Athens 160 Tracy St. Unit 8, Athens, GA, United StatesLearn more about the studio’s dance and theater programs for children and dance and fitness classes for adults. 10 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.thestudioath.com
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
Abnormal Bazaar
Indie South 470 Hawthorne Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThis market features vendors selling soaps, jewelry, vintage, vinyl and more. Third Saturdays, 11 a.m.–3 p.m. www.theindiesouth.com
5 Year Anniversary
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesCelebrate the brewery’s 5th anniversary with a guided spirits tastings, live music, dance party and more. 12–11 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
Interactive Story Lab
Flying Squid Comedy 150 Fritz Mar Lane, Athens, GA, United StatesWatch or join on the stage local theater artists as they explore and experiment with new interactive techniques and story ideas. Third Saturdays, 2 p.m. $5 suggested donation. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com
Foodie Saturdays
Little Kings Shuffle Club 223 W. Hancock Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThis market offers free fresh produce, local vendors, bartenders and samples from a themed cooking competition. This week’s theme is cookout and grilled foods. 2–5 p.m. [email protected]
Happiness Is
Marigold Auditorium for Arts and Culture 373 N. Church St., WintervilleHappiness Is. 2 p.m. & 7 p.m. $15. www.classiccitycommunitychorus.org
CLASSIC CITY COMMUNITY CHORUS Summer program featuring a feel-good musical cabaret of songs.
Dub Bonanza Block Party
Live Wire 227 W Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesDay 2. 2 p.m. $10. www.livewireathens.com
DUB BONANZA BLOCK PARTY A two-day showcase of dub music and the new sound system built by Patrick Kascak of Black Mountain Sound, featuring performances from JiiG, Farin, SHΛKTi SOUND and more.
Minecraft Movie Day
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesScreening of the PG-rated movie. 3:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Atheist Society of Athens
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesNon-prophet discussions with friends and neighbors. 4 p.m. FREE! www.atheistsocietyathens.org
Postpartum Storytelling Project
ATHICA 675 Pulaski St., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn about the zine project collecting postpartum stories from the community, hear stories from participants and discuss ways to strengthen community care for new parents. 4 p.m. FREE! www.athensparentwellbeing.org
Sip & Smash
The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesSmash bottles and unleash your creativity to make resin art. Registration required. 5 p.m. $55. www.hotelabacusathens.com
Golden Bowl, Bugs Eat Books
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United States5 Year Anniversary. 6–9 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com
GOLDEN BOWL Local garage alt-country band.
BUGS EAT BOOKS Fearsome foursome that plays jangly, chaotic and surferyish indie pop.
Ordinary Boys, New Dawn Fades
The Foundry 295 East Dougherty St., Athens, GA, United StatesAubrey Entertainment Presents. 6 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $20 (adv.), $25. www.facebook.com/AubreyEntertainmentAthensGA
ORDINARY BOYS The Smiths and Morrissey tribute band.
NEW DAWN FADES Joy Division and New Order tribute band.
AFMDS Contra Dance
Memorial Park Administration Building 293 Gran Ellen Drive, Athens, United StatesThis community dance features caller Corinne Wilkinson and live music by Fiddlebone. No partner required. 6:30 p.m. (intro session), 7–10 p.m. (dance). $12 (adults), $10 (students w/ ID), 17 & under FREE! www.athensfolk.org
AFMDS Contra Dance
Memorial Park Administration Building 293 Gran Ellen Drive, Athens, United StatesAFMDS Contra Dance. 6:30 p.m. (intro session), 7–10 p.m. (dance). FREE! (17 & under), $10–12. www.athensfolk.org
FIDDLEBONE Live music for a contra dance hosted by Athens Folk Music and Dance Society.
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]
Tattoo Logic, Karma Kat
Buvez 585 Barber Street Suite A, Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $10. www.facebook.com/buvezathens
KAMRA KAT Local band with sounds of rock, pop and funky jazz. They'll rock your whiskers off!
TATTOO LOGIC Athens-based five piece funk punk band with compositional chops.
Hotline TNT, Sour Widows
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United States7 p.m. (doors). $15. www.hendershotsathens.com
HOTLINE TNT DIY alternative rock and shoegaze band from New York City.
SOUR WIDOWS Bay area alternative rock.
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.
