Calendar Picks
Buckethead | Wednesday, July 23 @ 7:00 pm | Georgia Theatre
Buckethead Georgia Theatre
Piecing It Together Collage Workshop | Friday, July 25 @ 11:00 am | Oconee County Library
Piecing It Together... Oconee County Library
Free the Tapes: Summer Edition | Saturday, July 26 @ 1:00 pm | Richard B. Russell Special Collections Library
Free the Tapes: Sum... Richard B. Russell Special Collections Library
Athens Goes Acoustic | Saturday, July 26 @ 3:00 pm | Athentic Brewing Co.
Athens Goes Acoustic Athentic Brewing Co.
Stuffed Animal Clinic
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesBring your stuffies in for a checkup or repair by an expert. 2–5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
Chemical Science with Dr. Snook
Bogart Library 200 S. Burson Ave., Bogart, GA, United StatesJoin Dr. Maurice Snook on a chemistry adventure. 3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
Plant Repotting Workshop
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesA master gardener teaches plant basics and how to repot a plant, and those registered will receiver a plant of their own. 4 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
C3 to End Homelessness
Heard Park 400 McKinley Dr., Athens, GA, United StatesA roundtable discussion regarding housing and homelessness to educate, identify issue and plan steps to solutions. Fourth Wednesdays, 5–7 p.m. FREE! www.athenshc.org/coc
New Orleans Jazz Stompers
Creature Comforts Brewery 271 W Hancock Ave, Athens, GeorgiaAthens Farmers Market. 5–8 p.m. FREE! www.athensfarmersmarket.net
NEW ORLEANS JAZZ STOMPERS Specializing in the historic "hot" syncopated dance music from the early 20th century.
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
Borrowing Through Libby
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn how to access and navigate free e-books and audiobooks using the Libby application. Registration required. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
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
Baking from Books
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesJoin librarians as they make delicious creations based on various classic book series. Grades 6–12. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
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 2021 horror comedy film Coffin Homes. 7 p.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreandbar.com
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.
A Day Without Love, Mannequin Party, Canary Affair
Ciné Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $10 (adv.), $12. www.athenscine.com
A DAY WITHOUT LOVE Musical project of multi-genre, multi-disciplinary creator, Brian Walker, who aims to help others rise above their own struggles.
MANNEQUIN PARTY Local Athens band blends smoky vocals, growling baritone guitar, off-kilter chord progressions and complex rhythms into melodic indie-psych-folk.
CANARY AFFAIR Indie rock band with an affinity for irregular time signatures and psychedelic grooves.
Buckethead
Georgia Theatre 215 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $43.56. www.georgiatheatre.com
BUCKETHEAD The stage name of critically-acclaimed electric guitarist Brian Patrick Carroll, who currently has 31 studio albums.
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
Terror Pigeon Dance Revolt, Bursters, Rauncher
The Roadhouse 137 N Lumpkin St, Athens, GA, United States9 p.m. $10. www.instagram.com/roadhouseathens
TERROR PIGEON DANCE REVOLT Nashville-based experimental electro-pop "fun show gathering."
BURSTERS Noise punk whimsy-core attack.
RAUNCHER Local electro-punk industrial experience.
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
The Amazing Carmen Agra Deedy
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesAll ages are invited to hear author Carmen Agra Deedy read from some of her works. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.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
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
Creek Critters Hike
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesExperience hands-on stream ecology while hiking along Beaver Creek. 12:30 p.m. $5. www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
Park Pick-Up
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesJoin a ranger to help clear trails and pick up litter. 2 p.m. FREE! www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
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
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
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
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
Open Mic
Marigold Auditorium for Arts and Culture 373 N. Church St., Winterville6:30 p.m. www.instagram.com/marigoldauditoriumwinterville
OPEN MIC Mayor Dodd Ferrell, Adam Poulin, MK Barnes and Joe Willey lead a weekly open mic. Sing a song, tell a story or read a poem.
Hope Hoe-Down
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesAn evening of line dancing with proceeds benefitting The Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary. 7 p.m. www.athentichbrewing.com
Karma Kat, Sydni Cook, Driptones
Hendershot's 237 Prince Ave., Athens, United States7 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.com
KARMA KAT Local band with sounds of rock, pop and funky jazz. They'll rock your whiskers off!
SYDNI COOK Alt pop R&B singer.
DRIPTONES Atlanta-based modern alternative rock and indie band.
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.
Fatal Error, Derby, Commüne
Flicker Theatre & Bar 263 W. Washington St., Athens, GA, United StatesNogin & Nonsense Presents. 8 p.m. (doors). $10. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
FATAL ERROR New Athens band.
DERBY Corporate music for business bugs.
COMMÜNE Local political/feminist punk band living in revolt.
Night Creatures
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesLearn about nocturnal creatures and look for bio-fluorescent critters on this guided walk. Registration & waiver required. 8 p.m. $5. www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
Grayson Hauser Quartet, Lucassette
Nowhere Bar 240 N. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA, United States9 p.m. $12. www.instagram.com/nowherebarathensga
GRAYSON HAUSER QUARTET Classic blues, jazz and Americana songs all run through the psychedelic prism of Grayson Hauser's brain.
LUCASSETTE Rock’s wild pulse, folk’s open heart, indie’s wandering spirit and country’s bone-deep ache.
Chair Yoga
Winterville Cultural Center 371 N Church St, Winterville, GA, United StatesA seated mindful breathing and yoga session for beginners. 9:10 a.m. $12. www.wintervillecenter.com
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
Botanical Sketching
Winterville Cultural Center 371 N Church St, Winterville, GA, United StatesThis class explores a variety of drawing techniques focused on drawing botanicals. 10:30 a.m. $12. www.wintervillecenter.com
Piecing It Together Collage Workshop
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesTeens can choose an inspiring person from the “Women of Courage” art exhibit or bring an image of someone they admire to create a collage. Registration required. 11 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Survival Kit
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesJoin a parker ranger led program and create your own outdoor kit. Registration required. 1 p.m. $5. www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
Doctor Day
Fine Fettle 3035 Atlanta Hwy, Athens, GeorgiaDr. Forbes of Better Health Wellness will be on site consulting with patients with qualifying conditions for a Georgia medical cannabis card. 2–4 p.m. $125–150. www.finefettle.com
Wildlife Show
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesLearn about native species with guest presenters from UGA. 3 p.m. $5. www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
Cursive Camp: Teen Edition
ACC Library 2025 Baxter St., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn the basics of writing in cursive. Supplies provided. Grades 6–12. 4 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
