Opening Reception

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens 780 Timothy Rd., Athens, GA, United States

The exhibition “Slices of My Life” features watercolor paintings by award-winning local artist William Lum. 5–7 p.m. FREE! www.uuathensga.org

Inclusive History

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens 780 Timothy Rd., Athens, GA, United States

Author and historian Michael Thurmond will speak on the history of inclusiveness followed by a Q&A. 3 p.m. FREE! www.uuathensga.org

Community Conversation: Rebuild

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens 780 Timothy Rd., Athens, GA, United States

Georgia Conflict Center hosts a panel about community, impacts of the criminal legal system, rebuilding trust and more. 2–5 p.m. FREE! www.gaconflict.org

Artist Reception

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens 780 Timothy Rd., Athens, GA, United States

Watkinsville artist Nethie Lockwood’s exhibition “Pets and Places” featuring paintings will be on view. 5–7 p.m. FREE! www.uuathensga.org

Kwanzaa Celebration

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens 780 Timothy Rd., Athens, GA, United States

All races and ethnic groups are welcome to celebrate, with this night’s theme being creativity. 3 p.m. FREE! [email protected]

Holiday Lights

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens 780 Timothy Rd., Athens, GA, United States

Rev. Dr. Pippin Whitaker leads an all-ages service with music and a holiday cookie exchange afterwards. 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.uuathensga.org

Winter Music Service

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens 780 Timothy Rd., Athens, GA, United States

10:30 a.m. FREE! www.uuathensga.org

WINTER MUSIC SERVICE Music, poetry and readings to evoke the blessings of winter.

Celebrate the Solstice

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens 780 Timothy Rd., Athens, GA, United States

All are welcome to gather for song and dance. 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.uuathensga.org

Holiday Tunes at the Piano

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens 780 Timothy Rd., Athens, GA, United States

7 p.m. (doors), 7:30 p.m. (show). $10 suggested donation for adults. [email protected]

HOLIDAY TUNES AT THE PIANO Following the recent release of a new holiday song, “The White Elephant Waltz,” local songwriter and pianist Bart King will perform original and classic holiday tunes. He'll be joined by vocalists Tracy Brown and Sally Ann Nichols.

Opening Reception

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens 780 Timothy Rd., Athens, GA, United States

Lori Hammer’s exhibition “Enhanced Paintings from Photos” will be on view. 5–6:30 p.m. FREE! www.uuathensga.org

 

Backpack Blessing

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens 780 Timothy Rd., Athens, GA, United States

Join the annual blessing of the backpacks followed by an ice cream social. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.uuathensga.org

Opening Reception

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens 780 Timothy Rd., Athens, GA, United States

“The Claire and Robert Clements Summer Invitational” will feature UUFA artists. 4​​–6 p.m. FREE! www.uuathensga.org

Artist Talk

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens 780 Timothy Rd., Athens, GA, United States

Painter Starr Helms will discuss why she became a painter and her current works on display. 11:45 a.m. FREE! www.uuathensga.org

Athens Flute Choir

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens 780 Timothy Rd., Athens, GA, United States

3 p.m. Donations accepted. www.athensflutechoir.org

ATHENS FLUTE CHOIR The spring concert features selections by Faure, McLearnon, Schocker, Zimmer and more.

Artist Reception

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens 780 Timothy Rd., Athens, GA, United States

This event for the exhibition “The Three Graces” features artwork from Elizabeth Bishop-Martin, Starr Ramsey Helms and Kim Kendall. 12–2 p.m. FREE! www.uuathensga.org

Artist Talk

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens 780 Timothy Rd., Athens, GA, United States

Artist Elizabeth BishopMartin will discuss her work in the collaborative exhibition “The Three Graces.” 12 p.m. FREE! www.uuathensga.org

Teach-In: Some Like It Hot

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens 780 Timothy Rd., Athens, GA, United States

Experts will discuss the effects of climate change on global conflict with a Q&A session, lunch and conversations. RSVP required. 10 a.m.–3 p.m. FREE! www.uuathensga.org/calendar

Event Series The 1619 Project

The 1619 Project

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens 780 Timothy Rd., Athens, GA, United States

View episodes of the Hulu series “The 1619 Project,” and discuss issues it raises around the consequences of slavery and contributions of Black Americans. 9 a.m. FREE! www.uuathensga.org/1619uufa

Event Series The 1619 Project

The 1619 Project

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens 780 Timothy Rd., Athens, GA, United States

View episodes of the Hulu series “The 1619 Project,” and discuss issues it raises around the consequences of slavery and contributions of Black Americans. 6:45 p.m. FREE! www.uuathensga.org/1619uufa

Event Series The 1619 Project

The 1619 Project

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens 780 Timothy Rd., Athens, GA, United States

View episodes of the Hulu series “The 1619 Project,” and discuss issues it raises around the consequences of slavery and contributions of Black Americans. 9 a.m. FREE! www.uuathensga.org/1619uufa

Event Series The 1619 Project

The 1619 Project

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens 780 Timothy Rd., Athens, GA, United States

View episodes of the Hulu series “The 1619 Project,” and discuss issues it raises around the consequences of slavery and contributions of Black Americans. 6:45 p.m. FREE! www.uuathensga.org/1619uufa

Event Series The 1619 Project

The 1619 Project

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens 780 Timothy Rd., Athens, GA, United States

View episodes of the Hulu series “The 1619 Project,” and discuss issues it raises around the consequences of slavery and contributions of Black Americans. 9 a.m. FREE! www.uuathensga.org/1619uufa

Event Series The 1619 Project

The 1619 Project

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens 780 Timothy Rd., Athens, GA, United States

View episodes of the Hulu series “The 1619 Project,” and discuss issues it raises around the consequences of slavery and contributions of Black Americans. 6:45 p.m. FREE! www.uuathensga.org/1619uufa

A Healing Service

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens 780 Timothy Rd., Athens, GA, United States

A gathering to hold space for healing through music, readings and images that bring comfort, strength and hope. 4 p.m. FREE! www.uuathensga.org

Event Series The 1619 Project

The 1619 Project

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens 780 Timothy Rd., Athens, GA, United States

View episodes of the Hulu series “The 1619 Project,” and discuss issues it raises around the consequences of slavery and contributions of Black Americans. 9 a.m. FREE! www.uuathensga.org/1619uufa

Event Series The 1619 Project

The 1619 Project

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens 780 Timothy Rd., Athens, GA, United States

View episodes of the Hulu series “The 1619 Project,” and discuss issues it raises around the consequences of slavery and contributions of Black Americans. 6:45 p.m. FREE! www.uuathensga.org/1619uufa

Let’s Talk Reparations: Linnentown and Beyond

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens 780 Timothy Rd., Athens, GA, United States

The documentary Linnentown: Urban Renewal, White Supremacy and the University of Georgia will be shown, followed by a presentation about Athens Reparations Action. 10 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.uuathensga.org

Event Series The 1619 Project

The 1619 Project

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens 780 Timothy Rd., Athens, GA, United States

View episodes of the Hulu series “The 1619 Project,” and discuss issues it raises around the consequences of slavery and contributions of Black Americans. 6:45 p.m. FREE! www.uuathensga.org/1619uufa

Opening Reception

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens 780 Timothy Rd., Athens, GA, United States

Paul Hartman’s exhibition “A Lightmonkey Show” features a collection of photographs on display through March. 7–9 p.m. FREE! www.uuathensga.org

Event Series The 1619 Project

The 1619 Project

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens 780 Timothy Rd., Athens, GA, United States

View episodes of the Hulu series “The 1619 Project,” and discuss issues it raises around the consequences of slavery and contributions of Black Americans. 6:45 p.m. FREE! www.uuathensga.org/1619uufa

Artist Talk

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens 780 Timothy Rd., Athens, GA, United States

Paul Hartman will discuss his exhibition “A Lightmonkey Show” featuring a collection of photographs. 11:45 a.m. FREE! www.uuathensga.org

UUFA Chalice Choir

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens 780 Timothy Rd., Athens, GA, United States

6:30 p.m. FREE! www.uuathensga.org

UUFA CHALICE CHOIR "Honoring the Dark, Honoring the Light" is a winter solstice program that includes music, meditation and candle lighting.

UUFA Winter Solstice Service

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens 780 Timothy Rd., Athens, GA, United States

“Honoring the Dark, Honoring the Light” in this service of music, meditation and candle lighting featuring the UUFA Chalice Choir. 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.uuathensga.org

The Holiday Hustle Club

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens 780 Timothy Rd., Athens, GA, United States

7 p.m. FREE! (kids), $10 suggested donation (adults). www.uuathensga.org

THE HOLIDAY HUSTLE CLUB A jazz quartet led by songwriter and pianist Bart King performs secular classics by Irving Berlin and Mel Tormé as well as new holiday tunes from the EP Snow Day!