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With the March qualifying period fast approaching, I spent Reapportionment could make District 5 an interesting race part of Friday tracking down the five incumbent commissionas well. Overwhelming support from Cobbham and Boulevard ers—Doug Lowry, George Maxwell, Jared Bailey, Kathy Hoard put Bailey over the top in 2010. Now, those neighborhoods are and Kelly Girtz—who are up for re-election next year to see if in District 3, and District 5 is more rural and more conservathey will run again. tive. If the map looked like this three years ago, Dave Hudgins I’ve heard rumors of potential candidates in all of those would have creamed him. districts except Girtz’s District 9, a wedge running from Prince Bailey told Flagpole he is leaning toward running. “I am Avenue northeast to the county line. Other than Pulaski planning to, which doesn’t absolutely mean I will, but I am Heights, it’s not an area known for political activism, and most planning to run for re-election,� he said. Pulaski residents are probably If he does, expect his pretty happy with him. (He is residency to be an issue. Bailey running for re-election.) keeps a house on Sunset Drive, We’ll start hearing from those but his wife has one in Oconee other candidates once the incumCounty. bents announce their intentions. Lowry said he intends to run While candidates could very well again in District 1 in eastern opt to challenge one or more Clarke County, but his cruincumbents, their decisions get a sade against the Solid Waste lot easier if it’s an open seat. Department has led to speculaThe most interesting races will tion that he’ll draw opposition. likely be in Maxwell’s District 3. Hoard said that this term, her Once an African American strongthird, will be her last, making her hold, it’s now ripe for the picking Five Points district an open seat. by a white progressive. The district still includes the majorityMcNeely Resigns: Keith black Rocksprings and Hancock McNeely, director of the AthensCorridor neighborhoods, but the Clarke County Housing and district map former state Rep. Community Development (forDoug McKillip rammed through merly Human and Economic the legislature last year added Development) Department, rather Cobbham and Boulevard, diluting abruptly gave notice last week the African American vote. that he will resign next month. Maxwell enjoyed support from McNeely did not return calls white progressives when he ran seeking comment by press time, twice against Alvin Sheats, a and an ACC news release gave no much more conservative black reason for his departure. Sources candidate. He’s done a good differ on whether he freely job representing his new conresigned or was given a choice stituents, strongly supporting of quitting or being fired, but Commissioners who look like George Maxwell could be an endan- it sounds as if his departure is the Buena Vista Historic District, gered species, thanks to Republicans’ redistricting. for example. Still, it’d be a tough related to his job performance. race against, say, a Tony Eubanks “There were definitely comor Melissa Link—potentially leaving Athens with just one black missioners who questioned his continued employment with commissioner, in spite of McKillip’s stated intent to boost Athens-Clarke County,� Bailey said. minority representation. HCD’s primary purpose is to award and oversee federal Maxwell has not made up his mind whether he will run. “I’m grants for affordable housing, social services and infrastructure pondering it, thinking about it,� he said. “I’ll probably have a in impoverished neighborhoods. Under McNeely, the departdecision next week.� ment recommended continued funding for agencies that clearly

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capitol impact Watson and Miller’s Similar Paths The statue of Tom Watson that has dominated the western side of Georgia’s capitol for more than eight decades will be gone in just a few weeks. The bronze figure of the old populist shaking his clenched fist at the sky is being moved as part of a major renovation of the capitol steps. It will not be returned to that location when the work is completed. The statue’s impending move is a reminder of how drastically a person’s political beliefs and place in history can change. Watson has always been one of the most fascinating figures in Georgia politics. When he served in the Legislature and Congress during the 1880s and 1890s, he was a liberal populist fighting for impoverished sharecroppers, both black and white, against the powerful business, banking and railroad interests. After the turn of the century, Watson’s views changed rather dramatically, and he became a white supremacist whose newspaper published poisonous attacks on blacks, Jews and Catholics. He supported lynching as a way to keep blacks under control. Watson was elected to a U.S. Senate seat in 1920 but died unexpectedly in 1922, with his statue erected in front of the capitol 10 years later. Civil rights groups objected to the statue because of Watson’s history as a race-baiting bigot. Now it will move to a plaza across the street from the capitol, near the statue of Herman Talmadge. Watson’s career is similar in many ways to the path traveled by Zell Miller, the former governor and senator who is now living in retirement in the Georgia mountains. While he was governor, Miller worked for such liberal goals as making a college education more affordable through the HOPE scholarship and giving more children access to health insurance through PeachCare. At the 1992 Democratic convention, Miller delivered a moving speech about the things government can do to give hope to struggling families.

“We can’t all be born rich and handsome and lucky,” Miller said. “My family would still be isolated and destitute if we had not had FDR’s Democratic brand of government. I made it because Franklin Delano Roosevelt energized this nation. I made it because Harry Truman fought for working families like mine. I made it because John Kennedy’s rising tide lifted even our tiny boat.” A decade later, after Miller left the governor’s office and had been appointed to the Senate, his political attitudes changed greatly. Miller became much more conservative and turned on the Democratic Party with a vengeance. He fully embraced the positions of President George W. Bush and denounced his former colleagues whenever he could get in front of a TV camera. Where Miller had once devoted his energies to promoting education and health care for those who couldn’t afford it, he now was more concerned with enacting tax cuts for the wealthy. Miller, like Watson, had done a back-flip in his political beliefs. He also had his own kind of Tom Watson experience. At Manuel’s Tavern in Atlanta, where political activists have gathered for more than 50 years, a portrait of Miller was once displayed in a place of honor. After Miller launched a scathing attack on Democrats at the Republican National Convention in 2004, his painting was exiled to a less prominent location in a back room at the insistence of the bar’s patrons. Politicians change, and the way we perceive them changes as well. Every 100 years or so, Georgia’s political landscape seems to be dominated by an angry populist who veers sharply from one end of the ideological spectrum to the other. We’ve had Tom Watson and Zell Miller stride across the public stage. I wonder who the next one will be? Tom Crawford tcrawford@gareport.com

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comment the Shutdown Hurt Veterans, students them if they could waive it given the mitigating circumstances. Their customer service made me feel guilty for asking. “If we waived your late fee, we’d have to do that for everyone,” the representative said. And since I didn’t know if it was going to be a “prolonged shutdown” or not, I also gave a heads up to my landlord that I might not be able to pay my rent Nov. 1. Fortunately, she was sympathetic to the situation. It’s a good thing, too, because—depending on Washington—I might have to do it again next semester. The agreement that reopened the government expires in January. Before the shutdown ended, my eyes were glued to the live CNN coverage at home, and when I wasn’t at home, I rapidly drained the life out of my phone battery each day by repetitively searching the web for “shutdown” every five minutes, hoping for good news. Two days before the end of the shutdown, The Military Coalition, 33 organizations that support veterans and military personnel, rallied at the National World War II Memorial Photo by Joe Gromelski. Used with permission. © 2013 Stars and Stripes.

The government shutdown isn’t over; it’s only been postponed. The petulant children in Congress kicked the can down the road. At first, it was just silly—cannon fodder for “The Daily Show” and “The Colbert Report,” I thought. Then a week went by and I said to myself, “Surely, this won’t continue.” But it did. I became terrified at what two more weeks would have meant for me. Like many others who were affected by the shutdown, I’m an honorably discharged veteran. I’m also a student at the University of Georgia, and the Post-9/11 G.I. Bill is what I rely on to pay my bills and go to school. Prior to Oct. 1, the first day of the shutdown, the Department of Veterans Affairs said my payments would not be affected by a potential lapse in appropriations. I stayed calm until the VA said on Oct. 7 that payments would continue through the end of the month, but that a prolonged shutdown would mean suspended payments when funding was exhausted. An email update from the UGA veterans’ representative made this extraordinarily

Iraq War veteran David Roper of Alexandria, VA, holds a sign saying where he believes the blame lies for the government shutdown. clear—in bold print: “This means that, until the government shutdown is resolved, the monthly stipend that you normally expect may not be paid on November 1.” Panic. I turned to the official Post-9/11 GI Bill Facebook page, which had posted an update saying that it would be inactive during the shutdown. There were many comments by other student veterans complaining that they were still waiting for last month’s paycheck. The UGA veterans’ representative encouraged us to fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid and look into taking out federal student loans. I thought this would be useless, since federal student loans were probably affected too, but according to the email, that service was “operational through the shutdown.” So, the money the government owes me I can’t get, but I can get money from the government if I go into debt to them? Really? Yes, really. There was a slight delay in my own payment earlier this month, which had me on the phone explaining to Georgia Power why I needed a few extra days to pay my bill. The late fee, plus a $135 deposit they were trying to add on, was only going to exacerbate my plight, so I explained the situation and asked

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demanding that Congress do something. It’s enough that political inaction affected my education benefits, but risking other veterans’ benefits is inexcusable. I watched live on CNN and heard that they were tired of being the “pawns in a political game.” Even when a deal to end the shutdown was reached, tea party Republicans in the House of Representatives—including Georgia’s Paul Broun, Doug Collins, Phil Gingrey, Tom Graves, Jack Kingston, Tom Price, Austin Scott, Lynn Westmoreland and Rob Woodall— still voted “no.” It shouldn’t be about party. It’s not about Obamacare. It’s about keeping the country running and doing what’s right. If you think a government shutdown doesn’t affect you, it does. I did my best not to spend any money for those 16 days, to conserve what little I had, and I’m sure that other veterans did the same. While I never spend much money to begin with, I imagine that if you multiply my spending by the number of other student veterans at UGA and veterans in Athens who rely on other forms of benefits, the local economic impact is significant. I hope that one day the puerile politicians will stop kicking the can down the road, pick it up and solve the problem. David Schick

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home in 2010, but it was still paying for the building and renovations until this spring, when several anonymous donors wrote checks to cover the remaining balance. “That allowed us to hire a full-time director whose primary responsibility is to try to help the homeless,� Meunier says. “We’re not a job location site, but trying to help our guests get their disability if they’re qualified, Social Security, veterans’ benefits and help them to get off the street. That’s one of our primary goals now.� The shelter, which has space for the first 35 people who call each evening from mid-October to mid-April, receives no government funding and relies entirely on community support. But this season, Meunier says, less funding has materialized than in years past. “We’re sort of counting pennies instead of dollars,� he says. “But I really am not worried about it. So far, we’re here—that’s all we can really count on.� The Athens homeless are counting on it, too. According to the latest U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development annual point-in-time count of the homeless, 95 locals were

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“When Bigger Vision opened up, we saw a real reduction in the number of unsheltered homeless that we had.�

Ed Moore, the new director of the Bigger Vision Community Shelter. Moore, who has a degree in social sciences from New College of Florida, started graduate school at the University of Georgia but launched into mental health work with Advantage Behavioral Health Systems following his own mental health crises. He then worked for Georgia’s SSI/SSDI Outreach, Access and Recovery program among the homeless of Athens and Savannah, serving for a while on Bigger Vision’s board of directors. Now he plans to pursue a master’s degree in social work. “He’s got the type of personality that he gets along really well with our clients, and they trust him,� says Jim Meunier, president of the board and long-time volunteer. “We had about as many of the homeless recommend him as we did the references that he got. They like him, and they identify with him.� Moore’s reappearance at Bigger Vision came in the wake of Richard Andersen’s death in July 2012. Andersen and his wife, Barbara, became involved in the shelter after it was started in the St. James United Methodist Church fellowship hall in 1998. The pair began acting as shelter coordinators in 2001. Three years later, the shelter was asked to leave St. James after a homeless man started a fire in the church. It then bounced around among church buildings downtown and on Atlanta Highway for the next several years. Paying a director wasn’t an option; it was a volunteer position, like every other one at Bigger Vision. But earlier this year, things changed. The shelter moved into its North Avenue

sleeping outside and 119 in shelters on the night of Jan. 31, 2013. Twenty-six of the shelter-dwellers were children. “Over the years, the number has fluctuated back and forth,� says Samanta Carvalho, a community development specialist with Advantage. “When Bigger Vision opened up, we saw a real reduction in the number of unsheltered homeless that we had. They definitely have a big impact on the community in helping people find housing during the winter months.� Bigger Vision isn’t the only homeless shelter in Athens, but it fills a unique niche. Unlike some shelters that serve primarily women, children and families, it accepts single men. Unlike others, it has a policy of allowing anyone to stay regardless of substance abuse issues. And by opening during the cold winter months, it adds to the city’s stock of shelter beds at a time when it’s most dangerous to sleep outdoors. Bigger Vision won’t be a winter shelter forever, Meunier says. Once it has the resources, providing yearlong shelter will be a priority. “That would be wonderful, because then we definitely would see a lot fewer people living on the street,� Carvalho says. “But definitely during those cold months, they make a huge impact. They’re providing 35 beds for people who would otherwise be living under bridges or in tents.�

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Halloween Scary Stories Hau nted By Obamacare The Balsamic Moon

My head feels like it’s full of cotton. Last night was October 31, 2013. Funnest night of the year. Cold as hell, too. Anita and I walked home from the festivities dressed as a robot and a French maid. When I ducked out to take a leak, which ain’t easy with a robot costume on, Anita got jostled by a drunk guy dressed up as a zombie, a frat boy zombie. Townies. You gotta love Halloween in this townie town. She was pretty shook up, though, because the guy’s fingernails ripped at her shoulder. She doesn’t have health insurance, and it was after the after-party, so we decided to go home, bandage up her shoulder, which was bleeding pretty heavily, and forget it. Her home. I live in a hallway room downtown with no windows and only one door. Fred’s Crib, my ass. More like Fred’s Portal to Hell. I’m stuck here, though, until I can save up for a deposit on a better place, which will be never, since I’m a minimum wage slave at a downtown fusion restaurant. My band just broke up and I owe my “friend” $600 for my half of the studio. On top of that, the student loan people found me and won’t stop calling. What the hell am I going to do with an English degree? I could be a teacher. Now that’s a scary thought. I’m broke. There’s just no way around it. Anita’s birthday is on Thursday, and she has her heart set on going to see Television at the Georgia Theatre. I told her I got tickets, but they sold out before I could come up with the dough for them. I know someone who’s selling some for 80 bucks apiece. So here I am at the Biotest lab; I’m gonna sell my plasma. This hot chick is leading me down an unbelievably long hallway, which is weird. I didn’t know that this building was so big. At the end of what seems like forever, the “nurse,” or whoever she is, takes me into a dark room and tells me in a seductive voice that the doctor would be with me soon. I kid you not, this dude comes in, who looks just like Paul Broun, asks me if I have insurance, and that if I don’t have it, I’m gonna get fined. He tells me that my premium is going to go up, and I’m not going to be able to afford it, so I’m gonna be fined. He’s up in my face. I can feel the spittle landing on my cheeks. This is weird, dude, is what I say to him. Then he offers me a cheap way to outfox Obamacare and make a “little extra cash.” He offers to take out my kidney, in his office, for $50,000, and I could get disability and qualify for Medicaid. I am pretty blown away. $50,000 would solve all my problems, and it’s an outpatient procedure. I tell him that I have to think about it. He grabs my leg, and gives me a hard look, his fingers digging into my knee. From the depths of his lungs he screams at me, “Obamacare!” I bolt out of the office and run so fast that I almost trip over that goddamned Biotest bulldog. I unlock my bike and ride as fast as I can to Anita’s. Anita. The answer to a bad day. The salve on my wounds. The darling of my dreams. When I get there, the shower’s running, so I silently undress and slip in with her. I scream. She is covered in carnage. Blood and pulpy flesh. She looks at me with vacant eyes and the last thing I hear her say is, “Brains.”

The carcass of a young deer hit by a car was on the side of the road, a tangle of brown fur and bloody red meat, worked over by a coyote or vulture, or some other creature of the night or day. He shook his head. Waste of good meat. Jason drove in the hour before dawn. The low red sickle of the last-quarter moon spilled its light over the road. He was almost there. Carl had been excited when he called— too excited. He’d said Obamacare was just a sham, a diversion,

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so that the reptoids could strengthen their hold over humanity. Reptoids: super-intelligent reptiles, humanoid in shape but green and scaly and with a taste for human flesh. Carl had had delusional episodes before, like when he thought Bill Clinton wanted to explode an atomic bomb on Jekyll Island. That ended with a few days in Athens Regional. All the heated talk about the Affordable Care Act must have triggered something. He wondered if Carl had enough money for his medication. It would take time to talk him down and get him some help. He turned beside a battered mailbox and bumped along a dirt track to the house. Too bad nobody lived nearby. Carl looked the same, just a little more so. Hair wild, eyes restless, hands always in motion. “Jason, have a seat,” he said. He looked like he was trying to hold himself in.

“They’re all the same, you know,” Carl said, pointing to the silent talking heads on the TV screen. “They try to change the subject, keep us focusing on the wrong things. I mean, look at Barney on PBS—that’s trying to cover it up and get us used to it at the same time, you know?” “Have you been taking your medication?” Carl shook his head. “It keeps me from focusing.” “On the reptoids, you mean.” Carl started talking like a faucet had been opened. “They control everything. They’re descended from dinosaurs, so their technology is millions of years advanced. They can travel to places instantly, like “Star Trek;” they can transform themselves to look like people, like George W. Bush and Queen Elizabeth. I read an eyewitness account of Queen Elizabeth in a blood frenzy, how she nearly tore the head off of one of her human sacrifices. I mean, the tunnels underneath the Capitol and White House, they’re connected to the hatcheries deep underground, so new ones can come up to take the place of world leaders and all, who come there to talk to Obama and stuff.” “Hatcheries?” “Yeah, man. Reptoids are hatched.” Carl’s agitation level ticked up a notch. “All that talk about Obama’s birth was a smokescreen. The question’s not, where was he born? The question is, where was he hatched?” It took six hours to slow Carl down, six hours to talk him into going to the hospital and six hours of waiting, because Carl had a violent episode when they arrived. Jason’s credit card was requested. How much is too much to help a friend? Find out soon, he thought. Obamacare in Athens was not going to make much of a difference. The nurse returned, the one who had met them hours before, her voice oddly sibilant against the glass walls. “He’s resting.” She smiled. “Can you help us with one more thing?” “Well…” “Can you tell us what medications he has at his house? You can call us from there. We don’t have his current records, so it would certainly help us to help him.” He nodded. “No problem,” and he turned away. Her smile dropped. Her lips parted and six inches of blue tongue flickered out, the forked end fluttering in the space he’d just left. She smiled again. His scent was tasty. He stopped the car and got out. The wind moaned above him, and the pine needles whispered in the night. The darkness was cool against his brow. They were waiting for him at the house. He was surprised to see the nurse there, but he didn’t have much time to think about it. The balsamic moon bled through the trees, and an orange blanket of light fell over the horde of gorging beasts, grunting and growling in their effort and satisfaction. When they were done, they transformed what was left into the carcass of a deer and left it on the side of the road. John Gaither

Speaker of the House of the Dead A click echoed through the barrel as Speaker of the House Rep. John Boehner cocked the shotgun. Empty. He reached his hand back to Majority Whip Rep. Kevin McCarthy and felt two cylindrical shells drop into his open palm. “Socialist! Hater of democracy!” yelled McCarthy. Then, dropping his voice and pointing his finger dead ahead, “Communist.” Republican Conference Chairman Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers gasped. Boehner fired at House Minority Whip Rep. Steny Hoyer. A scream followed the blast of the shotgun as the bullet ripped through his head. His blue tie flapped in the space where his face had previously been. “Whipped him good,” Boehner chuckled. The Republican members of the house patted each other on the back and shook hands. The Affordable Care Act had insured access to health care treatment even to the poorest of American citizens. So when flu season rolled around, lines at pharmacies, grocery stores, and healthcare centers snaked around the block, waiting hours for a shot. Those with respectable, capitalistic health insurance were no longer able to skip to the front. Many refused to wait in line, especially for something prized by the working class. But something went horribly wrong. Everyone injected with the vaccine transformed into mindless zombies. The poor and the old wondered the streets begging for brains. They got one handout, why shouldn’t they get another, they reasoned, not realizing that the first handout had gotten them into this undying mess. The House GOP did the only thing they could. They went to Athens, GA. Escaping the poor and homeless of Washington D.C., they thought they had found refuge in the streets of this little college town. “Quick! Into the Georgia “That’ll teach Theatre,” Boehner called, to find shelter hi m to play the hoping where they could wait out devil’s mu si c,” the zombie apocalypse. As the doors swung Boehner said. open, distorted guitars and thumping bass blasted out. “Heavy petting,” the singer wailed. “Eat the living!” The singer leapt from the stage, his shirt declaring in bold block font “I Smell Hippies.” Gray-skinned and jaw bone hanging limp, he ran for the representatives. Boehner cocked his gun and sent the dead singer’s jaw bone flying. “That’ll teach him to play the devil’s music,” Boehner said. The House GOP, unnerved by the rock and roll, left for a safer sounding location—The Classic Center. Boehner ran down Clayton Street, firing the shotgun at anything that moved, zombie and frat boy alike, and stepping over the trail of dead. Waiting for them in the grand hall, manicured hands on professionally-dressed hips, was Democratic Leader Rep. Nancy Pelosi, the last of the House minority. McCarthy searched desperately in the pockets of his khaki pants for more shotgun shells, but found none. “We won, Boehner,” she said. “It’s over. Eighty-seven percent of Americans have been converted, and our polling data suggests the majority approves of the changes brought about by zombification. They respond only to Democratic Party propaganda now. A Republican will never be elected to public office again. Enjoy your term while it lasts.” Pelosi threw her head back and laughed. The sound bounced off the walls and high ceilings, hitting Boehner with magnified force. The laughing scratched at his brain and gouged his heart. It was time to use it, the shell he had named after its intended recipient. Five single letters not designed for Pelosi. “The poor are dying,” Boehner started, “and you think we didn’t have a hand in it?” He pulled the trigger and Pelosi’s chest ripped open. Blood spewed from the gaping hole and vomited out from her mouth. Her laughing morphed into curdled screams. She dropped to her knees as if begging, pleading, for help. There was no aid for her here. “I’ve always wanted to shoot that bitch,” Boehner sighed. “Thanks Obama.” Jenna Bilbrey In addition to these first, second and third place winners, the rest of the stories submitted to the 2013 Flagpole Halloween Scary Story Contest can be read online at flagpole.com. As you’ll see, we got a lot of excellent stories. Thanks to all who participated.

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the work of Richard Curtis. From Four Weddings and a Funeral to Love Actually, his witty, Britty scripts have brought me much delight. In only his third directorial effort, Curtis tackles a romantic sci-fi tale about a young man named Tim (Domhnall Gleeson) who finds out from his father (Bill Nighy) than the men in their family can travel in time. A skeptical Tim discovers his father is not lying and begins to change the past. Unfortunately, complications ensue that lead Tim to lose the love of his life, Mary (Rachel McAdams). This film sits high upon my list of must sees. BAD GRANDPA (R) Johnny Knoxville resurrects one of his Jackass characters, 86-year-old Irving Zisman, for a scatological, light-hearted, disgusting romp. Zisman and his eight-year-old grandson, Billy (Jackson Nicoll), travel across the country, calling strange women strippers and faking their way into a beauty pageant, where Billy’s talent is pole-dancing. Bad Grandpa looks to have a very Sacha Baron Cohen comedic presence, making fun of everyday Americans. Knoxville’s constant Jackass collaborator, Jeff Tremaine, directs, and incredibly creative filmmaker Spike Jonze co-wrote the screenplay. BAGGAGE CLAIM (PG-13) This romantic comedy about a stewardess, Montana (Paula “Mrs. Robin Thicke” Patton), conducting a transcontinental search for a spouse wastes a talented cast (Patton, Derek Luke, Taye Diggs, Djimon Hounsou and Ned Beatty?) in a sub-Tyler Perry situation. Many (not all) of Perry’s movies leave something to vaguely recommend, but David E. Talbert’s adaptation of his own novel does not. Stereotypical crazy ladies (see Tia Mowry-Hardrict) and besties, both gay (Brody) and oversexed (Jill Scott). There’s little to nothing to see or like here. Don’t bother making this connection. BLACK ROSES (R) 1988. Bad Movie Night returns to celebrate Halloween with the very worst that cinema has to offer with this heavy metal horror hack job. Apparently, the Baptist Church is right. Listening to metal leads to the devil. When the band Black Roses comes to the town of Mill Basin, all the kids go satanically cuckoo. Do you remember the hair metal bands Bango

Tango and Lizzy Borden? I don’t either, but I love ‘80s metal enough to be unapologetically interested in this terrible piece of movie trash. (Ciné) CAPTAIN PHILLIPS (PG-13) Paul Greengrass is Hollywood’s most effective director of tense docudramas. Recounting the real life story of Captain Richard Phillips, who was kidnapped by Somali pirates and held hostage in a claustrophobic lifeboat for several days, Greengrass crafts his best film since United 93. Tom Hanks stars as Captain Phillips, and he loses his typical Hanks-ness in the dramatized reality realized by Greengrass. The lack of almost any other recognizable supporting actors (that guy, Chris Mulkey, is as familiar as it gets) helps Hanks slide deeper into a role than he has since Road to Perdition. The taut effectiveness of Billy Ray’s script certainly should not be undervalued, but will be due to the incredible work done by Greengrass, whose greatest films seem like reality unfolding before our eyes. Captain Phillips should nab the British filmmaker another Oscar nod. As a word of advice, one may wish to watch Captain Phillips and Gravity on different weekends; otherwise, we are talking about the most intense double feature ever. CARRIE (R) Stephen King’s Carrie returns, and the results are much better than many feared. Though not as stylish as Brian De Palma’s 1976 classic, the new adaptation from Boys Don’t Cry director Kimberly Peirce may be more affecting as a tale of abuse and bullying (a pretty relevant topic for today’s teens). All the memorable set pieces are recreated, from the bloody gym shower to the fiery, bloody Prom. Peirce smartly does not attempt a shotfor-shot remake (hopefully, everyone learned that lesson from Gus Van Sant’s Psycho), especially considering De Palma’s extraordinary use of split screens/diopters. The new Carrie may lack the original’s defining style, but it has a stellar lead in Chloe Grace Moretz, who nails everything but Sissy Spacek’s natural mousiness. Julianne Moore makes a terrifying mother to the telekinetic teen, and Judy Greer is a believable, funny Ms. Desjardin. The other teen actors are blandly pretty CW fodder (though the film’s Tommy Ross, Ansel Elgort, has some big pics on the way). It’s doubtful anyone will choose

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to watch the new Carrie over the original in thirty plus years, but I hope it sparks a renaissance for King remakes. Bring on a new Firestarter! CLOUDY WITH A CHANCE OF MEATBALLS 2 (PG) The animated family comedy, Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs, wasn’t quite one for which a sequel seemed necessary. Inventor Flint Lockwood (v. Bill Hader) is working for The Live Corp Company when he must leave his job to investigate claims that his machine is creating food-animal hybrids. Joining Hader for voicework are Anna Faris, James Caan, Will Forte, Andy Samberg, Benjamin Bratt, Neil Patrick Harris and Terry Crews. This flick sounds like it barely escaped a direct to DVD launch. THE COUNSELOR (R) It’s hard not to get pumped about Cormac McCarthy’s first produced screenplay, especially considering the cast— Michael Fassbender, Penelope Cruz, Cameron Diaz, Javier Bardem and Brad Pitt—and director Ridley Scott.

rests upon his youthful shoulders. Harrison Ford and True Grit Oscar nominee Hailee Steinfeld costar as Ender’s compatriots, Colonel Graff and Petra Arkanian. I am more concerned with writer-director Gavin Hood of X-Men Origins: Wolverine infamy than Card’s intolerant babbling. ENOUGH SAID (PG-13) This comedy from writer-director Nicole Holofcener (I really enjoyed her last two features, the wonderful Please Give and Friends with Money) seems like a wonderful way to say an all too early goodbye to James Gandolfini. He costars with Julia Louis-Dreyfus, who plays Eva, a masseuse dating Gandolfini’s character, Albert. Unfortunately, her newest client (Catherine Keener) is Albert’s ex-wife, and she has nothing but bad things to say about him. The trailer left me smiling. (Ciné) ESCAPE PLAN (R) If you are feeling nostalgic for the action movies of the ‘80s/’90s, Escape Plan is for you. Structural security specialist Ray

Wow… Narnia is amazing! Fassbender plays a lawyer whose dabbling in drug trafficking takes him in way too deep. Few fall movies (outside of, maybe, Gravity) have me as legitimately excited. I want to read the book tie-in too! With Dean “RIP ASAC Hank Schrader” Norris, Rosie Perez, John Leguizamo and Goran Visnjic. DON JON (R) Jersey boy Jon (writerdirector Joseph Gordon-Levitt) loves the ladies, his pad, his car, his family, his boys, his church and his porn. But when he meets Barbara Sugarman (Scarlett Johansson), Jon learns he might have to give up his favorite pastime. JG-L proves a technically superb filmmaker in his rookie outing. Don Jon is excellently, stylishly composed and edited without being over-directed. This awfully adult dramedy might make some viewers uncomfortable with its rather frank sexuality, especially regarding Jon’s porn watching habits. But mature audiences will enjoy an all too topical discussion of how the Internet has potentially changed young people’s sexual expectations with its easy access pornography. Plus, the movie’s funny. Just witness a few of Jon’s weekly shouting matches-cum-dinners with his parents (Tony Danza and Glenne Headly) and always silently texting sister (Brie Larson, The Spectacular Now). ENDER’S GAME (PG-13) Personal opinions about Orson Scott Card and his own personal opinions aside, Ender’s Game is a touchstone of modern science fiction. When young Ender Wiggin (Asa Butterfield) is accepted into the International Military, he is unaware that the fate of all humanity

Breslin (Sylvestor Stallone) has spent most of his life breaking out of prison. His latest job incarcerates him in a secret, secure prison for really, really bad guys, where he meets Rottmayer (Arnold Schwarzenegger). The chemistry between these two aging action stars is the main draw of Escape Plan, and Schwarzenegger makes the most of it. After easing back into action movies with small roles in Stallone’s Expendables franchise and the underrated The Last Stand, the former Terminator seems to be having a lot more fun than Stallone. The movie is entertainingly forgettable, but it would benefit from a little more creativity in the casting. As the evil warden, Jim Caviezel tries for a mad quirkiness, but this role would have been better handled by Vincent D’Onofrio, who is wasted outside the prison walls. All the best supporting actors—Amy Ryan, Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson—are squandered outside the prison. Why not cast Arnie as the warden and Stallone as the old turnkey that assists 50 Cent’s escape? Nonetheless, watching Arnold and Sly work together is incentive enough. THE FIFTH ESTATE (R) This biopic about Julian Assange stars Benedict Cumberbatch as the controversial Internet hero slash traitor. Director Bill Condon needs another great film (i.e. Gods and Monsters) to recover his reputation from The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Parts 1 and 2, which are arguably the series’ best entries. The supporting cast—Daniel Bruhl, Carice von Houten, Stanley Tucci,

Laura Linney, Anthony Mackie and David Thewlis—is strong, especially with Bruhl coming off his strong work in Rush. FREE BIRDS (PG) With a premise sillier than most family friendly holiday fare, this animated feature includes the voices of Woody Harrelson and Owen Wilson as two turkeys that travel back in time to change their fellow fowls’ fates. They aspire to remove turkey from the Thanksgiving menu. The rest of the voice cast includes Amy Poehler, Tony winner Dan Fogler, George “Sulu” Takei, Colm “O’Brien” Meaney and Keith “They Live” David. Writer-director Jimmy Hayward last helmed Jonah Hex?! GRACE UNPLUGGED (PG) Grace Trey is a Christian singer/songwriter and daughter of one-hit-wonder Johnny Trey. Seeking stardom, Grace leaves her small, church-centered town for Los Angeles. GRAVITY (PG-13) Yes. Children of Men filmmaker Alfonse Cuaron’s latest film is as great as you have heard. An astronaut (George Clooney) and a doctor (Sandra Bullock) must work together to survive an accident in the cold, silent confines of space. Gravity is an acting tour de force by Bullock (this movie is essentially her Cast Away) and the most incredible special effects driven film I have ever seen. See it in 3D/IMAX if you can, as the film reminded me of Six Flags’ Chevy Show. You feel like you are in space, which is simultaneously awe-inspiringly beautiful and coldly dangerous. Though a science fiction film, Gravity is the most harrowing cinematic experience I can remember. It’s often more terrifying than any recent horror film. Cuaron has cured me of any lingering desires to travel into space. He has also proven himself to be the single most intriguing major filmmaker working today. Taking two mega-stars and placing them in a straight up disaster movie that is heavily reliant on special effects takes so much vision and control to keep the spectacle from overwhelming the humanity. Gravity is heavyweight genre filmmaking that never lets up. It is intense, but you cannot miss it. INSTRUCTIONS NOT INCLUDED (PG-13) No Se Aceptan Devoluciones tells the story of an infamous bachelor from Mexico who becomes an unlikely father when a baby is left on his doorstep. INSIDIOUS: CHAPTER 2 (PG-13) When Josh (Patrick Wilson) returned from the spirit world at the conclusion of Insidious, he didn’t return alone, and his family is in danger. Chapter 2 is like a reverse Insidious. Chapter 1 had its chilling, mysterious first two acts bogged down by Josh’s blah final stroll through the spirit world. The sequel painfully explicates a dumb story for two acts, relying on trite haunted house tropes like slamming doors and flying household objects, before a strong final act that finally brings the scary and some nifty callbacks to the first movie. LAST VEGAS (PG-13) Release the old jokes! Three sexagenarians—Robert De Niro, Morgan Freeman and Kevin Kline—head to Vegas for the bachelor party of their last remaining single pal (Michael Douglas). The trailer is filled with just the kind of aging, horny, old men on the loose gags you would expect from this well-aged Hangover. Jon Turteltaub (both National

Treasures) directs this script from The Guilt Trip’s Dan Fogelman (okay, he did write Crazy, Stupid, Love. too). LEE DANIELS’ THE BUTLER (PG-13) This crowd-pleasing slice of historical nostalgia chronicles the major events of the second half of the 20th century through the eyes of White House butler Cecil Gaines (Forrest Whitaker). With its exceptional cast— Robin Williams, James Marsden, Liev Schreiber, John Cusack and Alan Rickman—The Butler overcomes the natural tendency of such films to drift into sentimental nostalgia. MONSTERS UNIVERSITY (G) So let’s call it a slump. Cars 2 was a clunker; Brave was good verging on really good but not close to great; and Monsters University lacks the Pixar pop of their undeniably great features (Up, Wall-E, Toy Story 3). In this prequel to Monsters, Inc., we learn how Mike (v. Billy Crystal) and Sully (v. John Goodman) met. Apparently, the two scarers didn’t start as best buds. First, they were scaring rivals at Monsters University. This Revenge of the Monster Nerds doesn’t creatively bend college life for monsters as one would expect from Pixar. Fortunately, the animation, especially the creature design, is as lush and lifelike as ever. MUSCLE SHOALS See Movie Pick. (Ciné) PERCY JACKSON: SEA OF MONSTERS (PG) Percy Jackson (Logan Lerman), must save Camp Half-Blood, the safe haven for the gods’ half-mortal children. Backed by his pals—Athena’s daughter, Annabeth (Alexandra Daddario), and his Cyclops half-brother, Tyson (Douglas Smith)— Percy must defeat bland villain Luke (Jake Abel), rescue satyr Grover (Brandon Jackson) from Polyphemus and defeat a reborn Cronos. Even the all right FX cannot overcome the awful writing and charmless acting. Percy Jackson: Sea of Monsters has almost surely sunk the chances of Percy Jackson: The Titan’s Curse ever seeing the light of day. PLANES (PG) What with its Cars pedigree and Dane Cook voicework, Planes could have been a lot worse. It’s no more disagreeable than Turbo, a kiddie flick with which it shares some central DNA. A cropduster named Dusty Crophopper (v. Cook) longs to race across the skies. Unfortunately, he’s afraid of heights. With the help of his friends—including a Mater stand-in named Chug (v. Brad Garrett)—and mentor, Skipper (v. Stacy Keach), Dusty conquers his fears and the skies. PRISONERS (R) On a rainy Thanksgiving, two young girls go missing. The parents, Keller and Grace Dover (Hugh Jackman and Maria Bello) and Franklin and Nancy Birch (Terrence Howard and Viola Davis), look everywhere but eventually turn to the police, represented by Detective Loki (Jake Gyllenhaal). A dark morality play from Contraband scripter Aaron Guzikowski, the two and a half hour Prisoners lasts a while. Jackman will probably land on the Academy’s shortlist for his turn as survivalist Dover, who won’t give up on his daughter; he also goes further to find her than the law allows. RUNNER RUNNER (R) Young buck, Richie Furst (Justin Timberlake), loses his tuition money gambling online. As a Princeton man, he figures out he was cheated and confronts the sinister entrepreneur, Ivan Block (Ben Affleck), who cheated him. Surprisingly, Ivan offers Richie a job rather than just have him murdered. Naturally, what is too good to be true is, especially when there is a beautiful Brit (Gemma Arterton) involved. If you skipped August’s Paranoia (and you should have), you could catch up with Runner Runner. But then again, why would you? Unless you’re a JT or Affleck fanatic, run run away.

RUSH (R) You will never know you are watching a Ron Howard film during this recreation of the 1976 Formula One battle between James Hunt (Chris “Thor� Hemsworth) and Niki Lauda (Daniel Bruhl). The rivalry merely heats up after Lauda suffers life-threatening burns during a midseason race. Howard recreates the sensational racing more realistically than any racing movie I have ever seen, and the script by Academy Award nominee Peter Morgan fashions realistic people from these larger than life race car drivers. Hemsworth is terrific at being likably arrogant, but we all knew that from Thor and The Avengers. It is Bruhl, best known to American audiences from Inglourious Basterds, who captivates. His level-headed, unpleasantly disciplined Lauda overcomes the odds to stand out as the film’s champion, no matter who wins on the racetrack. Whether or not you like racing (stock car or formula) or Ron Howard films, Rush is that rare adult action drama

that never loses speed on or off the track. THE SMURFS 2 (PG) Even the Smurfs seem less “smurfed� up about their sequel. Gargamel (Hank Azaria) creates some fake Smurfs—he calls them Naughties. Vexy (v. Christina Ricci) and Hackus (v. J.B. Smoove) are an un-Smurf-like gray, so Gargamel kidnaps Smurfette (v. Katy Perry), who holds the secret to turning the Naughties blue. Sadly, Smurfette is an easier target than usual as the birthday girl feels forgotten by Papa Smurf (v. the late Jonathan Winters) and the rest of her blue brethren. Kudos to the voice work by Anton Yelchin, Winters and “The Daily Show�’s John Oliver. They really “smurfed� it. The rest of the disposable family film is just “smurfy.� 2001 A SPACE ODYSSEY (NR) 1968. Stanley Kubrick’s sci-fi masterpiece returns to the big screen. Humanity discovers a giant monolith, and two astronauts (Keir Dullea and Gary Lockwood) embarks on a voyage

of discovery. However, artificial intelligence HAL 9000 has other plans. Kubrick cowrote the screenplay with science fiction legend Arthur C. Clarke, but the legendary filmmaker’s epic visuals, scored to memorable classical works, are what stun. Kubrick won his only Academy Award—for Best Visual Effects no less—for this film. (CinÊ) WE’RE THE MILLERS (R) After running afoul of his drug kingpin pal (Ed Helms), Dave (Jason Sudeikis) must smuggle a smidge that turns out to be a lot more than a smidge of marijuana across the border. Dave hatches a brilliant plan to fake a family with stripper Rose (Jennifer Aniston), runaway teen Casey (Emma Roberts) and virginal Kenny (Will Poulter). Everything works out great until he runs into a swell DEA agent and his wife (Nick Offerman and Kathryn Hahn) and the big-time Mexican drug lord to whom the weed really belongs to catches up with them. Drew Wheeler

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the Muscle Shoals Rhythm Section, aka the Swampers, dazzled musicians the world over with their home-style sweet Southern R&B and soul sounds. The Rolling Stones, Aretha Franklin, the Allman Brothers, Percy Sledge, Wilson Pickett, Bob Dylan, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Paul Simon and many others all sought out the secret of that Muscle Shoals sound and the soulful chemistry that emanated from the recording studios. That so many found it and were able to translate what they discovered to the world beyond only adds to the mythical history of the place. The core of the documentary is the music made there, of course, but also the story of the driven music maven Hall and the members

Muscle Shoals at times gets lost in the wilds of its own mythic importance, but there is no questioning the vitality of the music created there or the humble brilliance of the Swampers. The story of Hall and the Swampers is not always harmonious, which becomes apparent when the session band members decide to start their own rival studio in the town. This acrimonious split dominates most of the second half of the movie, but it never overshadows the overall cultural significance of what Hall and the members of the Swampers helped create. Essential viewing for music fans. Derek Hill

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Spooky, Scary

flagpole’s Halloween Concert Guide If

there’s one thing you can always count on Athens to provide, it’s blurry, debaucherous Halloween fun. Whether you spend the night downing shots and badly dancing to “Gangnam Style” with that sexy Psy you spotted across the room, bar-hopping past last call with the other 13 Miley Cyruses in your party or raising the dead with your fellow Obamacare vampires, it’s guaranteed to be one to remember—or not. But all that controlled chaos can’t just happen on its own—it’s gotta be set to live music, right? Thankfully, there’s a whole bloody gob of the stuff going down Halloween night, which this year happens to coincide with UGA’s fall break. That means that even though the holiday falls on a weeknight, you can count on being surrounded by ghouls, goblins and Walter White zombies galore. Read on for Flagpole’s Oct. 31 music picks, including crazy cover bands, haunted dance parties and more.

Unknown Hinson

Melting Point · 8 p.m. · $15 (w/ UGA ID), $17 (adv.), $20 (door) The South’s preeminent vampire hillbilly puts on a spooktacular show no matter the time of year. It’s blood icing on the maggotfilled cake that we have him in town on All Hallow’s Eve. See story on p. 15.

Yacht Rock Revue Plays Thriller

Georgia Theatre · 8 p.m. · $12 Atlanta’s kings of smooth-sailing cover tunes (think AM-friendly soft rock from the ‘70s and ‘80s) will don their red leather jackets and wolfman garb and perform the King of Pop’s seminal 1982 LP in its entirety. Dance

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‘til you drop, but before you do, expect—nay, demand—a bonus encore featuring another set of the group’s pleasure-zone pop.

choice, if you ask me) standing as the exception, the groups on Thursday’s 40 Watt bill will reportedly perform as their own bad selves.

Heads Will Roll

Dr. Fred’s Halloween Scaryoke

Stan Mullins Art Studio · 8 p.m. · $10 (adv.), $15 (door) Not only a chance to see local heavyweights Dead Confederate and The Powder Room rock through originals and covers—though it will be that—Stan Mullins’ Halloween happening on Pulaski Street promises art, DJs and plenty of libations to keep you lubricated. Discounted advance tickets are available at Model Citizen Salon, and all proceeds benefit local nonprofit Community Connection.

The Frequencies, Mother the Car, The Swag Dick Cats, Shades Martel Flicker Theatre & Bar · 9 p.m. · FREE! Aside from the Swag Dick Cats, which will play rock and soul oldies blown out and up with garage-rock attitude, there’s no word on whether any of the locals playing Flicker will be doing the covers thing—though each is quite capable of chilling the spine with original material. Mother the Car offers a scary, sexy take on the blues. Newbies the Frequencies and Shades Martel round out the bill.

The Dream Scene, Cottonmouth, Wild of Night, Rene LeConte, Manny and the Deepthroats, Half Acid, Gyps

40 Watt Club · 9 p.m. · $5 To this bunch of pop weirdos, Halloween is just another day. With experimental synth group Half Acid’s scheduled performance of minimalist composer Terry Riley’s famous drone piece “In C” (a heckuva left-field cover-band

Go Bar · 9 p.m. · FREE! Dr. Fred’s karaoke happening gets a Halloween makeover for this week’s edition. After showing off your costume for the drunken downtown masses, retreat to the fringe for some spooky singalong fun.

Kill Paris, Smookie Illson, Will Weber New Earth Music Hall · 9 p.m. · $15 If it’s bass you’re after, it’s bass ye shall receive at New Earth, where “The Haunted Hall” will feature three of electronic music’s finest laying down scary sounds with ghastly grooves. L.A.-based producer and Skrillex cosign Kill Paris aims to funk up your night, while Smookie (“Spookie”) Illson brings the 808 action. Local dubstep phenom Will Weber opens.

Nairvana, Badmotorfinger, The De Lux Interiors, The Fucking Corndogs Caledonia Lounge · 9:30 p.m. · $5 (21+), $7 (18–20) The 1980s and ‘90s are alive and well over at the Caledonia, where the four all-star tribute bands listed above will perform the music of Nirvana, Soundgarden, the Cramps and the Minutemen, respectively. Expect dirty tones and deep cuts. Put on your finest flannel and rock the night away.

Dictatortoctober: Bald Mountain Halloween Finale

Hendershot’s Coffee Bar · 9:30 p.m. · $TBA

The Dictatortots’ October residency at Hendershot’s concludes with what can only be called a mysterious holiday-themed finale. The band promises to be in “full rock mode,” but still, this one’s for the early risers. Says the band: “We will send you screaming into the night, carefully packing up your laptops and ordering final lattes to go.”

RITVALS, Shehehe, DJ Incubus

Max · 10 p.m. · $5 This one’s a no-brainer, so zombies beware. Enjoy blown-out party-time sets of various cover songs courtesy of jock-punks RITVALS and punk-punks Shehehe before grooving to the sultry sounds of DJ Incubus at Athens’ favorite late-late-night watering hole right in the middle of the action.

Nightmare on Hull Street w/ DJ Quincy The World Famous · 10 p.m. · FREE! Move your undead body and “Monster Mash” it up to sounds provided by local musician John Swint, who will spin your favorite spooky tunes ‘til late.

The Fuck-Ups, DJ Mahogany

Little Kings Shuffle Club · 10 p.m. · FREE! It ain’t Halloween in Athens without a DJ Mahogany dance party, and this year the bodacious baldie is setting up shop at Little Kings, where he’ll spin hellish jams into the late night. Before his set, enjoy a debaucherous set of GG Allin and the Jabbers covers courtesy of the Fuck-Ups. Gabe Vodicka music@flagpole.com See Calendar for complete music listings.

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Hillbilly Vampire The Strange Southern Charm of

Unknown Hinson

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all know someone like him. Maybe you’ve got a redneck uncle, or perhaps your coworker dates a gruff, loud-mouthed misogynist who makes you want to hide in the supply closet every time he makes an appearance. Or maybe you grew up down the road from Jesco White and had to deal with him and his kin tearing ass through your yard on four-wheelers. The point is, we’ve all met an Unknown Hinson somewhere along the way. Hinson, who’s performing Halloween night at the Melting Point, is the alter ego of Charlotte, NC studio musician and music teacher Danny Baker, who also voices the character of Early Cuyler on Adult Swim’s animated series “Squidbillies.” The character sprang from

Baker’s mind in the ‘90s, after years of gigging around the Southeast. “I’ve entertained thousands of Unknown Hinsons, so it sort of rubbed off,” Baker once told No Depression. Hinson, a cartoonish-looking hybrid of Nosferatu and Elvis, is the git-tar-playin’, party-liquor-drinkin’, self-proclaimed King of Country & Western Troubadours (he thinks “rawk” is straight from the pit of hell, though he may himself be a vampire). With him, Baker has filled a need we Southerners didn’t even know we had. To listen to, say, a comedian from New England sending up those liquor-swilling, off-color-remark-making, opinion-shouting members of our community whom we both love and love to hate—well, that just doesn’t sit so well. Better to laugh at ourselves with one of our own. And so Hinson, who made his debut on the public access show “The Wild Wild South” in 1993 alongside a character named Rebel Helms, quickly found a cult following in the Southeast and beyond. “TWWS” won Creative Loafing Charlotte’s “Best Public Access Show” four years running and launched Hinson’s recording career, garnering him fans beyond the Southeast when it was picked up by the satellite station Weird TV. When the show ended in the late ‘90s,

Hinson devoted himself to a heavy touring schedule, which he’s kept steady ever since. Hinson’s redneck schtick belies Baker’s considerable talent as a musician. Silly, borderline-offensive lyrics like the ones in “Venus Bound” (“I’m buildin’ me a rocket ship/ To go where womerns don’t give no lip/ I’m blastin’ off/ Baby I’m Venus-bound”) are twangily intoned over fine country-western guitar playing. And Hinson’s insistence that rock and roll is the devil’s music? A show wouldn’t be complete without him shredding some facemelting riff and then shrugging it off with, “Any damn idiot can make that mess.” If Baker didn’t have the songwriting chops, it’s hard to imagine he’d still be getting mileage out of the Hinson character. But his combination of musical skill, farce and true fondness for the culture he derides is the secret to his staying power. It’s why Hank Williams III has Hinson’s face tattooed on his arm. On some level, Baker-cumHinson is the real deal. “It don’t [pander to Southern stereotypes], because people are like that down here,” Hinson once told Creative Loafing. “Hell, I am. If someone comes on my land that shouldn’t be, I’m gonna let ‘em know to get the hell off. If I have to show ‘em my gun, I’ll do it. And that’s just part of being a normal Southerner, I think.” Baker’s insistence on staying in character is a large part of the charm, too. There’s never a moment when he stops to comment on what he’s trying to say. Even on the phone with a female journalist, he’ll kick off a conversation with a “You got a real sexy phone voice, baby,” a pure womern-loving Hinson move if there ever was one. But the strange truth is, Hinson has a knack for making even harassment seem absurd. (He even claims his more cringeworthy tunes about wife-beating have been used as therapy tools in battered women’s shelters, because they reveal how ridiculous abusers actually are.) The South has been plagued for too long by the outsize influence of the armchair bigot, and many a serious effort has been made to defang the specter of that ignorant hater. Instead, perhaps what we needed all along was to give it a literal pair of fangs, an authentic Southern accent and a microphone. Baker’s ridiculous vampire hillbilly shows that stereotype, and the people who live it, for what they are—a silly, one-note tune. His endurance is proof that the majority of Southerners are in on the joke, and that they’re laughing right along with him. Rachel Bailey

WHO: Unknown Hinson WHERE: Melting Point WHEN: Thursday, Oct. 31, 8 p.m. HOW MUCH: $15 (w/ UGA ID), $17 (adv.), $20 (door)

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Folk Yeah Strumming and Drumming with

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you’re tapped into popular music in the least bit, you already know that folk-influenced rock is all the rage these days (paging Mumford and/or Sons). Mike MacDonald, guitarist and vocalist for local band Family and Friends, is fine with that, as long as you know that there’s no gimmick to his band beyond having a good time and spreading the word about its music. There are no ulterior motives here, just solid songs chock-full of sincerity. The buzzed-about and relatively young band might just now be getting its feet wet with regular shows around town—a debut EP is on the way—but band members are proud and humbled by what they’ve accomplished thus far. Family and Friends’ show last month at the Georgia Theatre, where it opened for bluegrass hotshots Packway Handle Band, brought out folks in droves.

“We don’t have a PR team—it’s all been word of mouth so far,” says David “Tuna” Fortuna, the band’s bass player. “We haven’t had something to give people at the end of a show. So [the fans have] been doing the footwork. It’s pretty exciting.” “For lack of a better word, we’re blessed,” agrees Ryan Houchens, one of the band’s two percussionists. “We’ve worked really hard, but I didn’t expect that response.” Indeed, Family and Friends’ hard work has already paid off. The Theatre appearance wasn’t its only big recent opening gig; the group also warmed the stage for Seattle quartet Ivan & Alyosha at Atlanta’s Masquerade this summer. And locally, the band has been picking up steam around town for quite some time, winning over new audiences at each show and securing a weekly residency at Green Room in July.

It’s hard to measure exactly what effect such a residency might have on an up-andcoming band, but for Family and Friends, playing out in Athens on a regular basis has certainly had its positive effects. “To have people singing [along with] parts of songs is humbling, to say the least… It makes it even more powerful,” says MacDonald, who likens seeing audiences sing along without even having a record to draw on to the forming of an “oral tradition.” The band has distinguished itself from the rest of the folk-rock scene in one key way. Whereas many acoustic-based bands might revolt at the thought of having two percussionists, Family and Friends decided to bring another drummer, Jamie Rios, into the fold. Violist Maria Kindt and guitarist JP McKenzie round out the six-piece band. “We wanted the live experience to be something people came back to,” says MacDonald of the range of the instruments involved. The idea of having both drummers stand up while performing was inspired by a desire to keep both the band and its audience on their toes. Houchens recalls being in the drum corps in his high school’s marching band and being told that sitting down zaps the energy of a performer. What began as a pragmatic need to conserve practice space by positioning the drummers close together became a consistent

thing when Family and Friends’ audiences confirmed it was holding their attention. Most bands might take the opportunity to play a set of covers for a Halloween show, but Family and Friends is looking forward to honing some of the originals that will wind up on the group’s debut EP, which it will record this month at Glow in the Dark Studios in Atlanta. Band members agree that there’s something of an “eccentric cohesion” among the songs they’ve picked to record; Fortuna looks forward to the release, given that it will be something of a “grand opening” for the band. Although Family and Friends has planned a few surprises for the Halloween gig at Green Room, members are hesitant to reveal too much. Anything could happen, it seems. “Let’s just say I’ve been on Pinterest.” says MacDonald, eliciting laughs from his bandmates—no doubt a family of friends. Dan Mistich

WHO: Sam Sniper, Family and Friends, Charlie and the Foxtrots WHERE: Green Room WHEN: Thursday, Oct. 31, 9 p.m. HOW MUCH: FREE!

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Blank Generation: Mux Blank (Rat Babies) is hosting perhaps his most ambitious event yet with his Carnivale of Black Hearts Kids Show & Dance Party Friday, Nov. 1 at New Earth Music Hall. The kids portion runs 6–10 p.m. and features music appropriate for the very little (“The Hokey Pokey� performed by Annie Paisley, “The Skeleton Dance� by Tennessee’s Cheeky Nefertiti) and sounds older kids might dig (Pride The Lycan, Mouser). Local food merchants will sell an assortment of treats that cater to pretty much any imagin-

The Beginning of A New Age: Congratulations go out to longtime WUOG 90.5 FM DJ and specialty show host Akeeme Martin for his appointment as the station’s new general manager. Martin has been with WUOG for a full decade and is best known as the steadfast host of the “Halftime Hip Hop Show.� His tenure as GM will begin in January 2014. Pick Your Own Plot: The debut album from Athens grunge-rockers Lullwater has been getting some thoughtful attention, but probably none so good-looking as the band’s new video, which was shot by Jason Thrasher and stars Athens’ Misty Sue Dennis. It’s for the song “Albatross,� and it centers on a woman

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was only upon hearing of the death of his friend Bill Doss that the songwriter decided he wanted to live. The second half of Fleming’s new album as Gloom Balloon, You Make Me Feel Like a Natural Disaster/ Fix The Sunshine Pts. 1–7 (An Ode To Bill Doss), is a tribute to Doss in title and in spirit, colorful, malleable and gleefully psychedelic. [Gabe Vodicka] MUSIC | Monday, Nov. 4

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Green Room ¡ 9 p.m. ¡ $TBA Brooklyn, NY songwriter Sondra SunOdeon, formerly of rather forgettable psych-rock outfit Silver Summit, makes music to soundtrack deep-sea expeditions and sepia-toned seances; it is fluid, piercing, as fugitive as it is affecting. Sun-Odeon’s most recent LP, last year’s phenomenal Ætherea, put forth a more concrete version of the elusive and atmospheric drone-folk artists like Grouper and Tiny Vipers have spent years working to perfect, though the album is coated in a similarly new-age-y sheen. Awash with mournful cello strings and perfectly plucked nylon guitar and centered firmly on Sun-Odeon’s haunted vocals, the record is full of background music for folks to whom background is the most important thing. It’s gorgeous stuff. [Gabe Vodicka]

Athens-Clarke Heritage Foundation, Fire Hall No. 2 ¡ 7:30 p.m. ¡ $12 (ACFH members), $15 Interweaving historical accounts with folklore, the Athens-Clarke Heritage Foundation’s ghost tour highlights local mysteries, murders, superstitions and restless spirits. The oneand-a-half-hour guided walking tour winds its Sleigh Bells way through downtown Athens and the UGA North Campus, revealing tales of strange occurrences in the Classic City’s darker history. Robert Toombs, a legendary UGA orator who served as the first Secretary of State of the Confederacy and a general in the Civil War, is said still to revisit Demosthenian Hall, where he was once a member of MUSIC | Tuesday, Nov. 5 the Demosthenian Literary Society. Other spooky spots include the UGA Main Library, where a former UGA official is rumored to Georgia Theatre ¡ 8 p.m. ¡ $20 lurk, and the Fine Arts Building, where a Brooklyn duo Sleigh Bells returns to poltergeist is blamed for pulling pranks Athens Tuesday, its pummeling, hookduring theater programs. Space is limited; laden arena-pop in tow. The band first visit achfonline.org/heritage-walks to made headlines for its intriguing personnel reserve tickets online. [Jessica Smith] mash-up: singer Alexis Krauss had been best known for her membership in sacMUSIC | Saturday, Nov. 2 charine teen-pop group RubyBlue, while guitarist Derek Miller shredded his way through the early aughts with Miami hardcore misfits Poison the Well. Not a whole lot has changed since in Sleigh Bells’ stadium-ready sound since the group made waves with its 2010 debut, Treats, and folFlicker Theatre & Bar ¡ 9 p.m. ¡ $5 lowed up with the raucous Reign of Terror As the founder and frontman of Ames, last year; the just-released Bitter Rivals is IA-based indie rockers the Poison Control as poppy and loud as we’ve come to expect Center, Patrick Tape Fleming channeled from the group. Yet it somehow comes off his inner demons into far-flung noise-pop as lacking, given that bands like Death freakouts and fractured but powerfully Grips have pushed the sonic envelope even melodic vocal transmissions. After that further of late. Still, one thing is for sure: band went on hiatus last year, Fleming Sleigh Bells’ live show is not to be missed. began to suffer from deep depression and [Gabe Vodicka] even contemplated suicide. Ironically, it

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Tuesday 29 ART: Jewelry Class (MAGallery, Madison) Mke a seed beaded bracelet with Elizabeth Collins and Chuck Hanes of Beauty and Beast Art. For ages 12 & up. 6:30 p.m. $60. 706342-9360 CLASSES: Hebrew Reading Crash Course (Miller Learning Center, Room 269) Learn how to read Hebrew by Hanukkah. 7–8:30 p.m. FREE! www.hillelatuga.com CLASSES: Swing Dance Night (Dancefx) A casual evening of social swing dancing. No experience or partner necessary. 7–8 p.m. (lesson), 8–10 p.m. $3–5. www.athensswingnight.com EVENTS: Tuesday Farmers Market (West Broad Market Garden) Fresh produce, cooked foods and children’s activities. Offers double dollars for EBT shoppers. Held every Tuesday. 4–7 p.m. 706-613-0122, www.athenslandtrust.org EVENTS: Oconee Farmers Market (First Christian Church, Watkinsville) Locally grown produce, meats, grains, flowers, soaps, birdhouses, gourds and more. 4–7 p.m. www.oconeefarmersmarket.org EVENTS: Historical Marker Dedication (Reese & Pope Park) The Athens Historical Society and the Georgia Historical Society will dedicate a historical marker to note the site of UGA’s 19th-century

indicates Halloween-themed events botanical garden. 4 p.m. FREE! athenshistorical@gmail.com EVENTS: Roaster Tour and Coffee Sampling (1000 Faces Coffee) Taste single origin coffees from around the globe and learn about artisan roasting. 9–10 a.m. FREE! 706-534-8860 EVENTS: Open House for Downtown Master Plan (Chamber of Commerce) Hosted by the Athens Downtown Development Authority. 5:30–7 p.m. FREE! 706353-1421 FILM: Bad Movie Night (Ciné Barcafé) Demons masquerading as hard rockers possess the teens of a small town in Black Roses. 8 p.m. FREE! www.athenscine.com  FILM: Local Zombie Film Screening (The World Famous) A Plague So Pleasant is a unique interweaving of zombie genres that explore the grim concept of living among the living dead who only attack when provoked. Filmed in Athens and nominated for best feature at DragonCon Film Festival. 7–8:30 p.m. FREE! www. aplaguesopleasant.com GAMES: Trivia with a Twist (Johnny’s New York Style Pizza) Throw a lime in your Coors Light and compete! Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m. & Thursdays, 8 p.m. 706-354-1515 GAMES: Trivia (Fuzzy’s Taco Shop) Compete for prizes and giveaways. Every Tuesday. 8–10 p.m. 706353-0305

GAMES: Monthly Poker Tournament (Flicker Theatre & Bar) Play Texas Hold ‘Em for prizes and bragging rights. Sign up at 8 p.m., play begins at 8:30 p.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreandbar.com GAMES: Movie Quotes Trivia (Max) With host Cora Jane every Tuesday. Everyone’s a winner. 9:30 p.m. FREE! 706-254-3392 GAMES: Locos Trivia (Locos Grill & Pub) Westside and Eastside locations of Locos Grill and Pub feature trivia night every Tuesday. 8 p.m. FREE! www.locosgrill.com  KIDSTUFF: EYE-Film at Your Library (ACC Library) Too old for trick-or-treating? Enjoy some sweet treats and popcorn while watching a scary movie. For ages 11–18. 5:30–8 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org  KIDSTUFF: Halloween Carnival (Memorial Park) Take a haunted trick or treat tour of Bear Hollow Zoo, then stop by the festive Halloween Carnival for prizes, games, stories and a costume contest every hour. For ages 2–12. Parent supervision required. 5–8 p.m. $4. www.athensclarkecounty.com/halloween  KIDSTUFF: Monster Bash! (Ciné Barcafé) Featuring a magical performance by the Heidi Hensley Band, a Halloween-themed photobooth, kids’ activities and a raffle. Children are encouraged to dress up and enter the costume contest. Proceeds benefit the Nancy Travis

Artwork by Lyndon Tewksbury is currently on display in the Bertelsmann Gallery at Athens Academy. A reception will be held on Sunday, Nov. 3. Childcare Project. 5–7 p.m. $5. www.nancytravis.org  KIDSTUFF: Monster Mash Bash (Parkview Community Center) A Halloween party including all things “monster” including snacks, a Thriller dance challenge, crafts and more monstery things. Register by Oct. 23. 4–6 p.m. FREE! 706613-3602 KIDSTUFF: Read to Rover (Oconee County Library) Reading aloud to a dog creates a relaxed, nonjudgmental environment that helps kids develop their reading skills and builds confidence. Register for a 15-minutes session. Grades K-5. 3:15–4:15 p.m. FREE! 706-7693950 LECTURES & LIT: Poetry Night (Echo) An evening of poetry, tunes and metallurgy hosted by David Oates and featuring Michelle, Castleberry, Ciera Durden, Joe Willey, Jay Morris, Emily Gundlach and others. 8–10 p.m. FREE! 706548-2266 PERFORMANCE: UGA Men’s and Women’s Glee Club Fall Concert (Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall) The ensembles will perform selections from Randall Thompson’s Frostiana as well as works by

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Wednesday 30 ART: Artful Conversation (Georgia Museum of Art) Join curator Carissa DiCindio for an in-depth discussion of Kenyon Cox’s “Brune.” 2 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org ART: Insta-loom Art Exhibition Closing Party (Heirloom Cafe and Fresh Market) All Instagram prints of Athens scenes are for sale. Celebrate with music, drink specials and a prize for the most liked photo. Costumes encouraged. Proceeds benefit Wholesome Wave Georgia. 8 p.m. FREE! $3/photo. www.heirloomathens.com CLASSES: SALSAthens (Little Kings Shuffle Club) Cuban-style salsa dance classes with SALSAthens. No partner necessary. Every Wednesday. 6:30-7:30 p.m. (intermediate), 7:30-8:30 p.m. (beginners). $8 (incl. drink). www.facebook.com/ salsaathens EVENTS: Athens Farmers Market (Athens City Hall) Local and sustainable produce, meats, eggs, dairy, baked goods, prepared foods and crafts. Live music at every market. 4–7 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket. net  EVENTS: Dance Party (Echo) Wear a costume and dance your heart out to DJ Twin Powers. 10 p.m. FREE! 706-548-2266  EVENTS: Haunted History Tours (Athens-Clarke Heritage Foundation, Firehall #2) Join Athens-Clarke Heritage Foundation members for a tour of Athens’ rich history of strange events and ghostly experiences in downtown Athens and on the UGA north campus. See Calendar Pick on p. 18. 7:30–9:30 p.m. $12–15. www.achfonline.org/ heritage-walks EVENTS: Wednesday Walkers (Rocksprings Community Center) Get fit before the holiday season throw low impact walking. For ages 50 & up. 9–10 a.m. $1. 706-6133602 GAMES: Sports Trivia (Beef ‘O’ Brady’s) Test your sports knowledge every Wednesday night. 8:30 p.m. FREE! 706-850-1916 GAMES: Trivia (Copper Creek Brewing Company) Test your trivia chops for prizes! Every Wednesday. 9 p.m. FREE! 706-546-1102 GAMES: Full Contact Trivia (Blind Pig Tavern) Think you know it all? Test your knowledge every

Wednesday night. 8 p.m. Both locations. 706-548-3442 GAMES: Trivia with a DJ (Your Pie, Eastside location) Open your pie hole for a chance to win cash prizes. 7 p.m. FREE! www.yourpie.com GAMES: Trivia (Choo Choo Japanese Korean Grill Express) Jump on the trivia train! Win house cash prizes with host Todd Kelly. Every Wednesday. 7:30 p.m. www.choochoorestaurants.com GAMES: Dirty Nerds Trivia (Crow’s Nest) Trivia in the Crow’s Nest. Every Wednesday. 10 p.m. FREE! www. facebook.com/dirtybirdsath GAMES: Trivia (Willy’s Mexicana Grill) Trivia with a DJ! Every Wednesday. 8–10 p.m. FREE! 706548-1920 KIDSTUFF: Preschool & Toddler Storytime (Madison County Library) Includes stories, fingerpuppet plays, songs and crafts for literacy-based fun. For ages 2–5. Every Wednesday. 10:30 a.m. FREE! 706-795-5597  KIDSTUFF: Monster Mash Bash (Rocksprings Community Center) This annual Halloween party features all things “monster” like snacks, a Thriller dance challenge, crafts and more. Register by Oct. 23. 4–6 p.m. FREE! 706-613-3602  KIDSTUFF: Halloween “Spooktacular” Carnival (Lay Park) Featuring candy, a costume contest, Halloween-themed games and more. For ages 5–12. 6–8 p.m. $3-5. www.athensclarkecounty.com/ halloween KIDSTUFF: Baby Cafe Grand Opening (By Your Leave Family Resource Center) Celebrating the start of a new non-profit organization for mothers. 6–8 p.m. FREE! 706352-2100 LECTURES & LIT: Poetry Reading (Ciné Barcafé) Eiléan Ní Chuilleanáin is an award-winning contemporary poet from Dublin, Ireland. Her first collection of poems, “Acts and Monuments,” was published in 1972. 7 p.m. FREE! www.willson. uga.edu LECTURES & LIT: Community Book Group (Chops and Hops) The Oconee Democrats discuss The New Jim Crow by Michelle Alexander. Local attorney Pam Hendrix will lead the discussion. Arrive early for dinner orders. Open to readers of all political affiliations. 7 p.m. FREE! patricia.priest@charter.net LECTURES & LIT: Meet Author Jim Miles (Avid Bookshop) Celebrate Halloween Eve by meeting local author Jim Miles who has k continued on next page

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Thursday 31 ART: 3 Gifts Workshop (Sewcial Studio) Learn how to make an ornament, a triangle box and a zippered pouch for holiday giving. Registration required. 1–4 p.m. $28. 706-247-6143 CLASSES: Project Management Workshop (Hilton Garden Inn) Master the art of project planning from start to finish. This program is for anyone who manages any projects of any size. 8:30 a.m.–4 p.m. $199. www.pryor.com CLASSES: Scottish Country Dance Classes (Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens) Easy-to-learn Scottish country dancing. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes (flats, no heels). Every Thursday. 7–9 p.m. $36/semester, $3/class. deborahmillier@yahoo.com EVENTS: Roaster Tour and Coffee Sampling (1000 Faces Coffee) See Tuesday listing for full description 9–10 a.m. FREE! 706-534-8860 EVENTS: Lunchtime Learning (ACC Library) Adam and Rory Singer of HardCore Gym teach valuable self-defense techniques for personal safety and crime prevention. Bring a lunch. 12:15 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org  EVENTS: Ghost Walk/Haunted History (Eagle Tavern, Watkinsville) Explore two haunted buildings and be entranced by master story teller Mourning Mo as she shares ghost stories, legends and folk lore associated with Watkinsville. Bring extra underpants, if necessary. Registration required. 8–9:30 p.m. $15. northgeorgiatours.net  EVENTS: Heads Will Roll (Stan Mullins Art Studio) Model Citizen Salon presents live music by Dead Confederate and The Powder Room, a fortune teller, photo booth, costume contests and an auction featuring decorated mannequin heads by 20 local artists. Proceeds benefit

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Community Connection. 8 p.m. $10 (adv.), $15. 706-543-3656 GAMES: Trivia with a Twist (Johnny’s New York Style Pizza) Throw a lime in your Coors Light and compete! Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m. & Thursdays, 8 p.m. 706-354-1515 GAMES: Trivia (The Volstead) Every Thursday! 7:30-9:30 p.m. FREE! 706-354-5300  KIDSTUFF: Trunk or Treat (ACC Police Dept. Baxter St.) This year’s host is Dr. Frankenstein, so all the trunks will have a Frankenstein theme. Costumes required. 5–7 p.m. FREE! www.athensclarkecounty.com/ rocksprings KIDSTUFF: Marshmallow Roast (Rooter’s Grocery and Barbecue) Start a new holiday tradition! Bring the kids to roast marshmallows and make s’mores. Every Thursday. Parental supervision is required. 5–7 p.m. FREE! 706-207-5668  KIDSTUFF: Downtown Trick or Treat (Downtown Greensboro) Local merchants will open their doors to children for a safe trick or treating experience. Check-in on the courthouse lawn. Free trick or treat bags will be given with a list of participating businesses. For ages 12 & under. Children must be accompanied by an adult. 5-7 p.m. FREE! www.downtowngreensboroga.com PERFORMANCE: Piano Recital (UGA Ramsey Concert Hall) Joanna Kim Doyle and Soohyun Yun, professors of piano at the University of North Georgia and Kennesaw State University, give a special performance of piano music for four hands. 6 p.m. FREE! www.music. uga.edu

Lorax speaks for trees. For girls K–1st grade. 4–6 p.m. FREE! www. gshg.org KIDSTUFF: Discover Life (Sandy Creek Nature Center) Spend an evening discovering moths. Open to the public, children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. 8:30–10 p.m. FREE! 706-613-3615 LECTURES & LIT: Book Launch with Author Meet & Greet (Hendershot’s Coffee Bar) Local author Deidre Ann deLaughter will discuss her book Reawakening Rebekah: The Gift of the Clamor Girls, a story of healing after sexual abuse. A portion of proceeds from book sales will be donated to The

houses, gourds and more. 8 a.m.–1 p.m. www.oconeefarmersmarket.org EVENTS: Athens Montessori School Annual Fall Festival (Athens Montessori School) This family-friendly event features music, great food, games, prizes, a book fair and more. 10 a.m.–3 p.m. FREE! 706-549-8490 EVENTS: Athens Farmers Market (Bishop Park) Local and sustainable produce, meats, eggs, dairy, baked goods, prepared foods and crafts. Live music by Amy Andrews and The Solstice Sisters. This week features a chef’s demo and kids’ activity. 8 a.m.–12 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net

for points or other nature objects in the center’s collection. 11 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! 706-613-3615 OUTDOORS: Naturalist Walk (Sandy Creek Nature Center) Join the SCNC staff for a walk around the property. Bring a camera or binoculars. All ages. 10–11 a.m. FREE! 706-613-3615

Sunday 3 ART: Studio Open House (2390 Flatrock Rd., Watkinsville) See new sculptures, paintings and jewelry by Ann Hamlin. 1–6 p.m. 706-2559917

Delany. First place wins $50 and second place wins $25. 8 p.m. FREE! www.thecapitalroom.com GAMES: Karaoke and Trivia (Pizza Hut) Choose from over 13,000 songs and compete in rounds of trivia with host Kevin Cody. Every Sunday. 8–10 p.m. FREE! www. kevincodymusic.com (Baxter Street location) GAMES: Trivia (Buffalo’s Café) “Brewer’s Inquisition,” trivia hosted by Chris Brewer every Sunday. 7 p.m. FREE! 706-354-6655, www. buffaloscafe.com/athens KIDSTUFF: Read to Rover (ACC Library) Beginning readers can practice by reading aloud to a furry

Friday 1 ART: “The Enlightened Gaze” Symposium (Georgia Museum of Art) Dr. Priscilla Roosevelt presents “Serfdom and Splendor: The World of the Russian Country Estate,” a lecture in conjunction with symposium “The Enlightened Gaze: Gender, Power and Visual Culture in 18th-Century Russia,” a discussion on topics related to the exhibit “Exuberance of Meaning: The Art Patronage of Catherine the Great.” 5–7 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org FILM: Santo & Blue Demon vs. Dracula and the Wolf Man (White Tiger Gourmet) Luchadores Santo and Blue Demon must stop Dracula and his legion of followers from seeking revenge and ruling the world. 6 p.m. FREE! 706-353-6847  KIDSTUFF: Kids Carnivale (New Earth Athens) A Day of the Dead and All Saints Day themed party for kids featuring performers, games, activities, healthy snacks, face painting, a vaudevillian-inspired sideshow, photobooth, crafts, costume contests and pony rides. See Threats & Promises on p. 17. 6–10 p.m. $5. blankbooking@gmail.com, www. facebook.com/carnivaleofblackhearts KIDSTUFF: Out of School Workshop (Good Dirt) Fun clay projects for ages 6 & up. 9 a.m.–3 p.m. $55. www.gooddirt.net KIDSTUFF: Family History Friday (Rocksprings Community Center) Draw a family tree and come up with family interview questions to learn more about your cultural heritage. For ages 6–12. 4 p.m. FREE! www. athensclarkecounty.com/rocksprings KIDSTUFF: Daisy Day with the Lorax (ACC Library) Take a walk with the Lorax with Girl Scout Daisy friends. Decorate your own Truffula Tree cupcakes and listen in as the

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Fernand Léger’s Le Ballet mécanique is featured in “L’objet en mouvement: Early Abstract Film” at the Georgia Museum of Art. Cottage Sexual Assault Center and Children’s Advocacy Center in Athens. 5 p.m. FREE! www.clamorgirls.com

Saturday 2 ART: “The Enlightened Gaze” Symposium (Georgia Museum of Art) Join scholars from around the world for a day-long symposium called “The Enlightened Gaze: Gender, Power and Visual Culture in 18th-Century Russia,” a discussion on the exhibit “Exuberance of Meaning: The Art Patronage of Catherine the Great.” 8 a.m.–5:30 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum. org ART: Live Glassblowing (Bendzunas Glass, Comer) The family-run gallery demonstrates live glassblowing. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www. bendzunasglass.com EVENTS: OCHS Band on the Run 5K (Oconee Veterans Park, Watkinsville) The Oconee County High School Warrior Marching Band presents the fifth annual 5K. Participants are encouraged to wear a costume for the costume contest. 11 a.m–2 p.m. $15 (adv.), $20. www.classicraceservices.com EVENTS: Oconee Farmers Market (Oconee County Courthouse, Watkinsville) Locally grown produce, meats, grains, flowers, soaps, bird-

EVENTS: Comer Farmers Market (Comer Farmers Market, Comer) Locally grown produce, honey, baked goods, flower bouquets, soap, crafts and more. Every Saturday. 9 a.m.–1 p.m. comerfama@gmail. com, www.facebook.com/comerfm EVENTS: Through the Arch: A UGA Campus Tour (Athens-Clarke Heritage Foundation, Firehall #2) Take a tour with Larry B. Dendy, author of Through the Arch: An Illustrated Guide to the University of Georgia Campus. The architecturally diverse and aesthetically charming buildings are the stars of the walk. 10 a.m.–12 p.m. $12–15. www. achfonline.org/heritage-walks EVENTS: Contra Dance (Lay Park) No partner or experience necessary. Wear soft sole shoes. Home-baked goods at the break. Live music by Free Association and calling by Janet Shepherd. 7:15 p.m. (lesson), 7:30–10:30 p.m. (dance). $4-8. www.contradanceathens.com GAMES: Shadowrun RPG Demo (Tyche’s Games) Visit Seattle in 2069, when magic meets technology. 12 p.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com KIDSTUFF: Saturday Storytime (Avid Bookshop) Join Avid for books and games. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www. avidbookstore.com KIDSTUFF: Nature Trading Post (Sandy Creek Nature Center) Trade one or two objects found in nature

ART: Artist Reception (Athens Academy) In the Myers Gallery, artwork by Bette Houser and Leslie Snipes and contemporary art quilts by Elizabeth Barton, Ruth Handy and Catherine Hart. In the Bertelsmann Gallery, artwork by Lyndon Tewksbury and ceramics by Carter Gillies, Juana Gnecco and Geoff Pickett. 2–4 p.m. FREE! www. athensacademy.org EVENTS: Bloomfield Neighborhood Tour (AthensClarke Heritage Foundation, Firehall #2) Walk along with tour leaders through the Bloomfield neighborhood. Roughly bounded by three major Athens streets and UGA, this densely developed neighborhood includes unique architecture and its own park. 2–4 p.m. $12-15. www. achfonline.org/heritage-walks EVENTS: Fall Musical Worship (Ebenezer Baptist Church) Community choir Voices of Truth has been performing vocal renditions in four-part harmonies for 34 years. 4 p.m. FREE! 706-543-9644 EVENTS: Service of Remembrance (Athens First UMC) Act as a surrogate family to those who have died without family or friends to mark their passing. 7 p.m. FREE! www.athensfirstumc.org GAMES: Trivia (Amici) Test your skills. 9 p.m. 706-353-0000 GAMES: Trivia (The Capital Room) Every Sunday! Hosted by Evan

friend. All dogs are insured and in the company of their trainers. First come, first served. 3–4 p.m. FREE! 706-613-3650

Monday 4 CLASSES: Managing a Business in Tough Times for Small Businesses (East Athens Community Center, East Athens Development Center) The UGA Small Business Development Center and East Athens Development Corporation are co-hosting this seminar to give small business owners information on how to better run their business. Deadline to register is Oct. 31. 10 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! cbarnett@eadcinc.com GAMES: Rock and Roll Trivia (Little Kings Shuffle Club) Get a team together and show off your extensive music knowledge! Hosted by Jonathan Thompson. 9 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/lkshuffleclub GAMES: Team Trivia (Beef ‘O’ Brady’s) Win house cash and prizes! Every Monday night. 8:30 p.m. FREE! 706-850-1916 GAMES: Trivia (Highwire Lounge) Athens’ toughest trivia. $100 grand prize every week! All ages. 8 p.m. FREE! 706-543-8997 KIDSTUFF: Out of School Workshop (Good Dirt) See Friday

listing for full description 9 a.m.–3 p.m. $55. www.gooddirt.net KIDSTUFF: Bedtime Stories (ACC Library) For children ages 18 months–5 years old and their caregivers. Every Monday. 7 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org KIDSTUFF: Infant Storytime (ACC Library) Designed to nurture language skills through literature-based materials and activities. Parents assist their children in movements and actions while playing. 10:30 a.m. (Sept. 9), 2:30 p.m. (Sept. 23). FREE! 706-613-3650 KIDSTUFF: Teen Advisory Board (Oconee County Library) Teen Advisory Board (TAB) is a group of teens who gather at the beginning of every month to discuss and plan upcoming events. Creativity and leadership traits are necessary. Ages 11–18. Registration required. 7–8 p.m. FREE! 706-769-3950 LECTURES & LIT: Affordable Health Care Act Seminar (Oconee County Library) Learn the basics of the new healthcare act, costs, types of coverage, available tax credits and how to register. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org LECTURES & LIT: Free Speech Experts Come to Athens (Hirsch Hall) The UGA School of Law hosts a lecture featuring free speech advocate Mary Beth Tinker and student speech attorney Mike Hiestand as part of a nationwide tour called “Tinker Tour.” Tinker was the lead plaintiff in the landmark 1969 Supreme Court Case Tinker v. Des Moines Independent Community School District. 12:30 p.m. FREE! www.tinkertourusa.org MEETINGS: Seasons of Caring (ACC Council on Aging) A supportive lunch for family caregivers. This week’s topic is “Resources in the Community.” 12–1 p.m. FREE! 706-354-1707 MEETINGS: Federation of Neighborhoods (Old Fire Hall #2) Get to know ACC Mayor Nancy Denson and manager Alan Reddish and ask questions about the current state of the community in a townhall style format. 7:30 p.m. FREE! www. accneighborhoods.org PERFORMANCE: Faculty Recital (UGA Performing Arts Center) Reid Messich has been at UGA since 2010 and currently teaches oboe at the Hugh Hodgson School of Music. 8 p.m. $5 (w/ student ID), $10. www. pac.uga.edu

Tuesday 5 ART: Art of Athens Opening Reception (ARTini’s Open Art Studio, Gallery & Lounge) New paintings of local scenes in vibrant colors and loose lines by Heidi Hensley and Jamie Calkin. Music from flutists Natalie Smith and Jayna Nelson. Refreshments served. 5–8 p.m. FREE! www.artinisartlounge. com CLASSES: Swing Dance Night (Dancefx) A casual evening of social swing dancing. No experience or partner necessary. 7–8 p.m. (lesson), 8–10 p.m. $3–5. www.athensswingnight.com CLASSES: Knot Pearl Jewelry Classes (DOC Building, Suite D) Learn how to knot pearls with local business The Pearl Girls. Registration required. 6:30–8 p.m. $25. www.thepearlgirls.com EVENTS: Tuesday Farmers Market (West Broad Market Garden) See Tuesday listing for full description 4–7 p.m. 706-613-0122, www.athenslandtrust.org EVENTS: Oconee Farmers Market (First Christian Church, Watkinsville) Locally grown produce,

meats, grains, flowers, soaps, birdhouses, gourds and more. 4–7 p.m. www.oconeefarmersmarket.org GAMES: Movie Quotes Trivia (Max) With host Cora Jane every Tuesday. Everyone’s a winner. 9:30 p.m. FREE! 706-254-3392 GAMES: Trivia (Fuzzy’s Taco Shop) Compete for prizes and giveaways. Every Tuesday. 8–10 p.m. 706353-0305 GAMES: Locos Trivia (Locos Grill & Pub) Westside and Eastside locations of Locos Grill and Pub feature trivia night every Tuesday. 8 p.m. FREE! www.locosgrill.com GAMES: Trivia with a Twist (Johnny’s New York Style Pizza) Throw a lime in your Coors Light and compete! Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m. & Thursdays, 8 p.m. 706-354-1515 LECTURES & LIT: Meet Graphic Novel Author T. Edward Bak (Avid Bookshop) Celebrate the release of Bak’s graphic novel, Island Money, the first volume of Wild Man: The Natural History of Georg Wihelm Steller. Wild Man examines the human condition within the natural order at the extremes of the unknown. 6:30–7:30 p.m. FREE! www.avidbookshop.com LECTURES & LIT: The Peabody Decades: 1960s Potpourri (Richard B. Russell Building Special Collections Libraries) “America in the 1960s: A Decade of Hope and Heartbreak” explores the decade’s social, scientific and cultural revolutions and pays tribute to its fallen heroes. Followed by a dialogue between student curator Mikala Bush and a 1960s graduate of the Grady College of Journalism. 6:30 p.m. FREE! mlmiller@uga.edu PERFORMANCE: ARCO Chamber Orchestra (Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall) Under the direction of Levon Ambartsumian, the orchestra will perform works by Vivaldi, Bach and Shostakovich. ARCO has released over 30 CDs in the U.S. and Russia. 8 p.m. $20. www.pac.uga.edu

Wednesday 6 ART: Tour at Two (Georgia Museum of Art) Meet docents in the lobby for a tour of highlights from the museum’s collection. 2 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org ART: Andy Cherewick Closing Art Show (Highwire Lounge) Closing reception for the paintings of Andy Cherewick. Trappeze and Highwire will provide drink specials and refreshments for attendees. 7–10 p.m. FREE! 706-543-8997 CLASSES: How to Download Library eBooks (Oconee County Library) Learn how to access free eBook and Audiobook downloads from the library thought GA Download Destination. Participants are welcome to bring their laptop, iPad, Nook or Kindle to class. 3 p.m. FREE! 706-769-3950 CLASSES: SALSAthens (Little Kings Shuffle Club) Cuban-style salsa dance classes with SALSAthens. No partner necessary. Every Wednesday. 6:30-7:30 p.m. (intermediate), 7:30-8:30 p.m. (beginners). $8 (incl. drink). www.facebook.com/ salsaathens EVENTS: Wednesday Walkers (Rocksprings Community Center) Get fit before the holiday season throw low impact walking. For ages 50 & up. 9–10 a.m. $1. 706-6133602 EVENTS: 2nd Anniversary Party (Sr. Sol) In celebration of two years at their new Broad Street location, Sr. Sol will have specials, al pastor and a mariachi band. 11 a.m. 706850-7112 k continued on next page

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GAMES: Trivia (Copper Creek Brewing Company) Test your trivia chops for prizes! Every Wednesday. 9 p.m. FREE! 706-546-1102 GAMES: Full Contact Trivia (Blind Pig Tavern) Think you know it all? Test your knowledge every Wednesday night. 8 p.m. Both locations. 706-548-3442 GAMES: Trivia (Choo Choo Japanese Korean Grill Express) Jump on the trivia train! Win house cash prizes with host Todd Kelly. Every Wednesday. 7:30 p.m. www.choochoorestaurants.com GAMES: Trivia with a DJ (Your Pie, Eastside location) Open your pie hole for a chance to win cash prizes. 7 p.m. FREE! www.yourpie.com GAMES: Dirty Nerds Trivia (Crow’s Nest) Trivia in the Crow’s Nest. Every Wednesday. 10 p.m. FREE! www. facebook.com/dirtybirdsath GAMES: Sports Trivia (Beef ‘O’ Brady’s) Test your sports knowledge every Wednesday night. 8:30 p.m. FREE! 706-850-1916 GAMES: Trivia (Willy’s Mexicana Grill) Trivia with a DJ! Every Wednesday. 8–10 p.m. FREE! 706548-1920 KIDSTUFF: Preschool & Toddler Storytime (Madison County Library) Includes stories, fingerpuppet plays, songs and crafts for literacy-based fun. For ages 2–5. Every Wednesday. 10:30 a.m. FREE! 706-795-5597 KIDSTUFF: Owl Be Your Homework Helper (ACC Library) Fourth through sixth graders can be tutored by seventh graders in math, science, social studies and language arts. Wednesdays through November. 4–5 p.m. FREE! 706613-3650 KIDSTUFF: Sharpie Craft Night (Oconee County Library) Decorate mugs, t-shirts, ornaments, magnets, totebags and water bottles. Materials provided. For ages 11–18. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org LECTURES & LIT: Freedom of the Press Conference (UGA Dean Rusk Hall) Retired U.S. Supreme Court Justice John Paul Stevens is the keynote speaker of a daylong conference called “The Press and the Constitution 50 Years after New York Times v. Sullivan.� 8 a.m. FREE! www.law.uga.edu/news/19480 LECTURES & LIT: Freedom vs. The State: The Libertarian Angle (UGA Tate Student Center, Room 481) UGA’s Young Americans for Liberty presents this discussion on the ideals of liberty in the modern age. 7–9 p.m. FREE! yaliberty.uga@ gmail.com PERFORMANCE: Clarinet Recital (UGA Ramsey Concert Hall) Clarinetist Daniel Gilbert is an associate professor at the University of Michigan. 8 p.m. FREE! www.music. uga.edu PERFORMANCE: UGA Symphonic Band Performance (Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall) The ensemble, led by Michael Robinson, is made up of talented undergraduate music majors, music minors and non-majors from across campus. 8 p.m. FREE! www.music.uga.edu PERFORMANCE: Composition Students Recital (UGA Dancz Center for New Music) Sophomore composition students will give a performance featuring original works by UGA students. 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.music.uga.edu PERFORMANCE: 2013 Senior Exit and Emerging Choreographers Dance Concert (UGA New Dance Theatre) Presented by the UGA Department of Dance. 8 p.m. $8-12. 706-542-4415, www.pac.uga.edu

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PERFORMANCE: Solo Recital (UGA Ramsey Concert Hall) David Brooks teaches violin at Butler University. 6 p.m. FREE! www.music. uga.edu

LIVE MUSIC Tuesday 29 Caledonia Lounge 9:30 p.m. $5 (21+), $7 (18-20). www. caledonialounge.com LOVELY BAD THINGS Four-piece band based out of Los Angeles, CA. Cutters Pub 10 p.m. 706-353-9800 DOUG FUNNY AND THE FRESHTONES Local jam-influenced band. 40 Watt Club 8 p.m. $15. www.40watt.com KURT VILE AND THE VIOLATORS Philadelphia, PA based songwriter Kurt Vile is known for his laconic, lo-fi sound and wry lyricism. BEACH FOSSILS Four-piece indie rock band from Brooklyn led by songwriter Dustin Payseur. V B A Three-piece indie band from Brooklyn. Georgia Theatre On the Rooftop. 10 p.m. FREE! www. georgiatheatre.com WOODFANGS Loud, psychedelic, guitar-driven rock. DISTANT CORRESPONDENT Moody, atmospheric band led by the songwriting duo of David Obuchowski and Edith Frost. BLUE BLOOD New, melodic psychpop project from Hunter Morris, formerly of Gift Horse. Go Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-5609 HORSE LORDS Technically proficient and stylistically experimental postpunk band from Baltimore. WING DAM Fuzzed-out psych-pop group from Baltimore. GOBLIN MOLD Baltimore-based indie rock band whose sound can be compared to early Modest Mouse and Built to Spill. FREE HAND Members of Bubbly Mommy Gun and Circulatory System team up. CULT OF RIGGONIA Experimental soundscapes with tribal, world music beats and ornate instrumentation. MANS TRASH Solo project from Mercer West (Bubbly Mommy Gun). THE PEN TEST New semi-local industrial electronic project from Pat Walsh. Throbbing Gristle vibes by way of Adonis and Kraftwerk. Green Room 9 p.m. $3. www.greenroomathens.com SANS ABRI Local folk duo featuring members of Packway Handle Band. CD release show! POWERKOMPANY Local pop duo featuring the crisp, soaring vocals of Marie Davon, playing folk songs enhanced with slickly produced electronic instrumentation courtesy of Andrew Heaton. Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 8 p.m. www.hendershotscoffee.com IKE STUBBLEFIELD & FRIENDS Soulful R&B artist Ike Stubblefield is a Hammond B3 virtuoso who cut his teeth backing Motown legends like the Four Tops, The Temptations, Stevie Wonder and Marvin Gaye.

Little Kings Shuffle Club 10 p.m. www.facebook.com/lkshuffleclub PARROTHEAD Athens’ premier punk rock Jimmy Buffet cover band. TERROR PIGEON DANCE REVOLT Eccentric, hard-touring pop band from Nashville. MOONLASSO Lo-fi synth-pop band from Tallahassee, FL. Max 10 p.m. 706-254-3392 UZALA Psychedelic doom-metal band from Portland, OR. MOUNT SALEM Psychedelic rock and metal band from Chicago. MIKE SCHEIDT Acid-acoustic and doom-metal artist from Eugene, OR. DEMONAUT Metal band from Atlanta. The Melting Point Terrapin Tuesday. 7 p.m. $5. www. meltingpointathens.com STRING THEORY High-energy acoustic fusion and funk-oriented

NOT HALF BAD Four-piece folk-punk band from Texas. � Echo

10 p.m. FREE! 706-548-2266 TWIN POWERS DJ Dan Geller and friends spin late-night glam rock, new wave, Top 40, punk and Britpop. � Flicker Theatre & Bar

9 p.m. $5. www.flickertheatreandbar. com LIVE TRANSMISSION Local Joy Division cover band featuring members of Harsh Words and Ottercakes. LOS MEESFITS Misfits covers done Cuban salsa style! 40 Watt Club 8 p.m. $18 (adv.), $20 (door). www.40watt.com COLD WAR KIDS Popular Southern California-based indie rock group. IN THE VALLEY BELOW Los Angeles-based male-female folkpop duo.

Little Kings Shuffle Club 10 p.m. www.facebook.com/lkshuffleclub SCHOONER “Disheveled-pop-indiepsych-soul� band from Durham, NC. EMERGING SEA New project from Kemp Stromble. PATRICK CAREY Carey’s slow-rolling countryish pop is marked by breezy, melodic sounds with chiming acoustic and electric notes and vocal melodies. TYPESETTER Gruff but melodic punk band from Chicago. Max 9 p.m. $5. 706-254-3392 RVIVR Punk band from Olympia, WA. HARSH WORDS Local band featuring members of Gripe and Shaved Christ. WADE BOGGS Local punk band featuring Ian McCord and lots of catchy hooks. SLIME SHADEY Local band Shade performs covers by Black Sabbath,

The World Famous 9 p.m. $10. www.theworldfamousathens.com MIKE & RUTHY The founders of defunct folk-rock band the Mammals have a reputation for breathtaking delivery and intimate performance.

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Wednesday 30 Boar’s Head Lounge 11 p.m. FREE! 706-369-3040 OPEN MIC NIGHT Showcase your talent. Every Wednesday! Caledonia Lounge 9 p.m. $5 (21+), $7 (18-20). www. caledonialounge.com KARBOMB High-speed local punk band. PERDITION Four-piece punk rock band from Fort Worth, TX. BURNS LIKE FIRE Local, melodic punk rock band with anthemic vocals comprised of ex-members of Guff, Karbomb, and Celerity. SEAGULLS Punk rock band from Atlanta.

Georgia Theatre On the Rooftop. 11 p.m. FREE! www. georgiatheatre.com JEL Alternative hip-hop producer and rapper based out of Oakland, CA. SERENGETI Alternative hip-hop artist from Chicago, IL. Go Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-5609 CUTE BOOTS Americana band from Atlanta. DJ MARIE & DJ AFRODITE Two local DJs spin tunes after the show. Green Room 9 p.m. $5. www.greenroomathens.com ULTRAVIOLET HIPPOPOTAMUS An explosive five-piece progressive improvisational band with a rapidly growing fan base across the U.S. and beyond. SQUISCH This new local three-piece band is a genre-shuffling enigma that will keep you grooving through the night. Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 8 p.m. www.hendershotscoffee.com FOUR EYES Ukelele strummer Erin Lovett plays wonderful, sweet, poppy folk music. ANTLERED AUNTLORD Fuzz-pop guitar/drums duo featuring local producer and songwriter Jesse Stinnard.

the Butthole Surfers, Rocket From the Tombs, Fang, Nirvana and others. The Melting Point 7 p.m. $6 (adv.), $8 (door), $6 (w/UGA ID). www.meltingpointathens.com ATHENS A-TRAIN BAND Instrumental group performing traditional jazz standards, swing, latin, ballads, blues and boogie. Nowhere Bar 10 p.m. FREE! 706-546-4742 TONY HOLIDAY Blend of traditional blues, roots and Southern rock with a twist. � The Office Lounge

9 p.m. FREE! 706-549-0840 KARAOKE With your host Lynn, the Queen of Karaoke! This week features a Halloween costume contest. Porterhouse Grill 7 p.m. FREE! 706-369-0990 JAZZ NIGHT The longest standing weekly music gig in Athens! Join drummer Nicholas Wiles with bassist Drew Hart and pianist Steve Key for an evening of original music, improv and standards. Tapped 9 p.m. FREE! 706-850-6277 KARAOKE Sing your heart out every Wednesday.

BADMOTORFINGER Local Soundgarden tribute band. THE DE LUX INTERIORS Local Cramps cover band featuring members of Cars Can Be Blue and Los Meesfits. THE FUCKING CORNDOGS Minutemen cover band. Dirty Birds 9 p.m. FREE! 706-546-7050 BLESS THE MIC Open mic and karaoke night. Every Thursday!

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THE CALENDAR! WILD OF NIGHT Local band featuring members of Bubbly Mommy Gun. RENE LECONTE Lo-fi pop project featuring Joe Kubler (Sleeping Friends, Bubbly Mommy Gun). MANNY AND THE DEEPTHROATS Local experimental sound/video artist Manny Lage explores concepts in performative culture. HALF ACID Greg O’Connell (Bubbly Mommy Gun) experiments with synths and talk boxes. For this show, he will perform Terry Riley’s “In C.” GYPS Xander Witt (Muuy Biien) plays a set of ambient drone.  Georgia Theatre

8 p.m. $12. www.georgiatheatre.com YACHT ROCK REVUE Georgia’s favorite ‘70s light-rock tribute band returns to town to perform Michael Jackson’s Thriller in its entirety.  Go Bar

9 p.m. 706-546-5609 DR. FRED’S HALLOWEEN SCARYOKE John “Dr. Fred” Bowers hosts a special holiday-themed night of karaoke. Green Room 9 p.m. FREE! www.greenroomathens. com SAM SNIPER Local alt-country band playing rootsy, energetic and heartfelt tunes. FAMILY & FRIENDS Homegrown folk-rock act. See story on p. 16. CHARLIE AND THE FOXTROTS Folk-pop band from Nashville, TN.  Hendershot’s Coffee

Bar Dictatortoctober. 6 p.m. www.hendershotscoffee.com THE DICTATORTOTS These longtime Athenian chaos cultivators stomp about and trash the night with post-grunge grooves. This is a Halloween-themed finale of the band’s Dictatortoctober series. SACRED CITY Atlanta-based rock band consisting of siblings Phil and Alyson Rogers.  Little Kings Shuffle

Club 10 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ lkshuffleclub THE FUCK UPS Playing covers by GG Allin and The Jabbers. DJ MAHOGANY Popular local DJ spins freaky funk, sultry soul, righteous R&B and a whole lotta unexpected faves.  Max

Slaughterhouse. 10 p.m. 706-2543392 RITVALS Junk-rock band featuring members of Muuy Biien. SHEHEHE Scorching the new American jet rock stratosphere. DJ INCUBUS Spinning a set of spooky late-night tunes.  The Melting Point

8 p.m. $17 (adv.), $20 (door), $15 (w/ UGA ID). www.meltingpointathens. com UNKNOWN HINSON Half musician, half “vampire visionary,” Hinson plays a country and western-tinged sort of psychobilly. He’s also known for providing the voice of Early Cuyler on Adult Swim’s “Squidbillies.” See story on p. 15.  New Earth Athens

The Haunted Hall. 9 p.m. $15. www. newearthmusichall.com KILL PARIS “Future-funk” artist, aka Corey Baker from Los Angeles. SMOOKIE ILLSON Collaborative music project aimed at injecting the

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dance scene with a distinct take on bass music. WILL WEBER This rising DJ and producer fluidly blends trap, Moombahton and dubstep with contemporary indie and hip-hop.  Stan Mullins Art

Studio Heads Will Roll. 8 p.m. $10 (adv.), $15 (door). www.stanmullins.com DEAD CONFEDERATE With its moody, dark weaving of Southern rock and grunge, reverb-heavy local group Dead Confederate has ascended in popularity across the nation. THE POWDER ROOM Local heavyweight trio of Gene Woolfolk, Aaron Sims and Bubba McDonald playing noisy “ramp-rock.”  The World Famous

Nightmare on Hull Street. 10 p.m. FREE! www.theworldfamousathens. com DJ QUINCY Modern Skirts drummer John Swint spins a DJ set of spooky Halloween tunes.

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dance-punk and “grit-pop,” this group hails from New York City. Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 8 p.m. www.hendershotscoffee.com CHARLIE AND THE FOXTROTS Folk-pop band from Nashville, TN. LAZY LOCOMOTIVE Local group featuring members of Fuzzbucket, Juice Box and High Strung String Band.

Nowhere Bar 10 p.m. FREE! 706-546-4742 ERIK NEIL BAND Local trio playing bluesy rock and roll covers and originals. The Office Lounge 9:30 p.m. FREE! 706-549-0840 KARAOKE With your host Lynn, the Queen of Karaoke! Terrapin Beer Co. 5:30 p.m. FREE! www.terrapinbeer.com RYAN BOSS Atlanta-based singersongwriter who “captures a moment and moves it forward.”

Jittery Joe’s Coffee 8 p.m. FREE! 706-208-1979 (Five Points location) OPEN MIC NIGHT Showcase your talent. Featured guests will also perform.

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Little Kings Shuffle Club 10 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ lkshuffleclub IMMUZIKATION Celebrated local DJ Alfredo Lapuz, Jr. hosts a dance party featuring high-energy electro and rock. TWIN POWERS DJ Dan Geller (The Gold Party, The Agenda) and friends spin late-night glam rock, new wave, Top 40, punk and Britpop. DJ Z-DOG Loveable local DJ spins top 40 hits, old-school hip-hop,

Flicker Theatre & Bar 9 p.m. $5. www.flickertheatreandbar. com NEW SOUND OF NUMBERS Experimental pop and post-punk project led by Hannah Jones, visual artist and percussionist for Supercluster. GLOOM BALLOON Patrick Tape Fleming, formerly of indie-pop band Poison Control Center, plays colorful, psychedelic pop. See Calendar Pick on p. 18.

DJ BLOWPOP Joe Kubler (Bubbly Mommy Gun) spins a set of tunes. Green Room Monthy Marauders. 9 p.m. FREE! www. greenroomathens.com AMERIGO GAZAWAY Nashvillebased MC, turntablist and producer known for his mash-up skills. THIS IS ART Electro/hip hop outfit from Nashville. Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 8 p.m. $7. www.hendershotscoffee.com HONEYCHILD SJ Ursrey (Dream Boat) plays ukelele-based pop songs. Album release show! See Threats & Promises on p. 17. THE WELFARE LINERS This fivepiece bluegrass unit blends classic tunes with originals while focusing on brother harmonies for that authentic high lonesome sound. Little Kings Shuffle Club 10 p.m. www.facebook.com/lkshuffleclub WEEK OF WONDERS “Tropical punk” band from Seattle featuring former members of Orca Team. EUREKA CALIFORNIA Melodic, guitar-driven indie rock influenced

The Office Lounge 9:30 p.m. 706-546-0840 MISSISSIPPI JOHN DOUDE Blues, roots, and rockabilly artist from Milledgeville, GA. The World Famous 9 p.m. $5. www.theworldfamousathens. com THE GOONS Supergroup featuring members of The Glands, Casper and the Cookies and The Olivia Tremor Control, playing warm pop-rock in the style of Yo La Tengo and Elf Power. FASTER CIRCUITS New local psychpop group led by Elephant 6 mainstay Derek Almstead.

Sunday 3 ACC Library Live at the Library. 3 p.m. FREE! 706613-3650 JAZZCHRONIC Local funk/rock band plays a set. Ten Pins Tavern 8 p.m. FREE! 706-546-8090 BACK ALLEY BLUES BAND Featuring locals Paul Scales, Randy Durham, John Straw, Dave Herndon

Caledonia Lounge 9:30 p.m. $5 (21+), $7 (18-20). www. caledonialounge.com WHITE VIOLET Local group led by songwriter Nate Nelson, playing haunting, brooding, atmospheric indie-pop. HEAVEN This Shoegaze-inspired group features members of The Comas, Dean & Britta and Swervedriver.  Flicker Theatre & Bar

9 p.m. www.flickertheatreandbar.com SLIME SHADEY Local band Shade performs covers by Black Sabbath, the Butthole Surfers, Rocket From the Tombs, Fang, Nirvana and others. DJ YUNG YANG DJ Chambermusic live on turntables playing classic acid house, murder-rap and other halloween favorites to get your ass spooked. THE PEN TEST New semi-local industrial electronic project from Pat Walsh. Throbbing Gristle vibes by way of Adonis and Kraftwerk. Georgia Theatre What the Folk. 7 p.m. $17. www.georgiatheatre.com TODD SNIDER Alternative country artist from Portland, OR. HAYES CARLL Houston, Texas based folk-country band. ELIZABETH COOK Nashville, TN-based singer who describes her sound as “Americana, old-school country, bluegrass and folk.” BOBBY BARE JR. Nashville-based artist and the son of country musician Bobby Bare. Go Bar 10 p.m. FREE! 706-546-5609 SCROUNGE LIZARDS Jazz ensemble featuring Joe Kubler (Bubbly Mommy Gun) and Javier Morales (The Dream Scene). DJ MAHOGANY Popular local DJ spins freaky funk, sultry soul, righteous R&B and a whole lotta unexpected faves. Green Room 9 p.m. $10. www.greenroomathens. com BRIGHT LIGHT SOCIAL HOUR Texas band that melds rock and roll with muscular funk, soul and psychedelia. BLACK TAXI Variously described as

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Cold War Kids play the 40 Watt Club on Wednesday, Oct. 30. high-energy rock and other danceable favorites. The Melting Point 8:30 p.m. $10 (adv.) $13 (door). www. meltingpointathens.com DEJA VU Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young tribute group formed by veteran record producer John Keane in the spring of 2010, featuring a supergroup of talented Athens musicians including Dodd Ferrelle, Rachel O’Neal, Tom Ryan, Deane Quinter, Tim White and Scott Sanders. New Earth Athens 6 p.m. $5. www.newearthmusichall. com KIDS CARNIVALE A Day of the Dead and All Saints Day-themed party for children featuring music from Mouser, Pride the Lycan, Cheeky Nefertiti and Annie Paisley. All Saints Day Carnivale of the Dead. 10 p.m. $10. www.newearthmusichall.com BEATMATCHEDHEARTS Featuring local DJs Incubus, Lexus Luthor and Cabbage Looper.

CHRISTOPHER THE CONQUERED Iowa-based “progressive soul” band led by piano-playing songwriter Chris Ford.

by legendary bands like Guided by Voices. ANCHOR BENDS Rootsy punk rock band from Atlanta.

40 Watt Club 4 on the Floor. 9 p.m. $5. www.40watt. com SHAVED CHRIST Local punk band featuring members of American Cheeseburger, Witches, Dark Meat and Hot New Mexicans. BRAINWORMS Hardcore punk band from Richmond, VA. THE RODNEY KINGS Scuzzed-out local garage-punk trio. PALE PROPHET New three-piece black-metal/hardcore band.

New Earth Athens 6 p.m. $5. www.newearthmusichall. com BEATHLANTA MUSIC FESTIVAL A one-day festival from the folks behind BeAtlanta.com, featuring 22 bands, including 72nd and Central, Rrest, Nutbush, Detroit Mutant Radio, Bearknuckle, Waking the Bates, Swervocity, Swank Sinatra, Phossy Jaw, Surrogates, Justin Turberville, Hot Wives, R_Garcia, Bloodplums, Sneaky Hand, Raeki, Padre, Slambo, Dyess, Horrible Idea, Donny Dey and Kevin Spears.

Go Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-5609 SLIME SHADEY Local band Shade performs covers by Black Sabbath, the Butthole Surfers, Rocket From the Tombs, Fang, Nirvana and others. DJ YUNG YANG DJ Chambermusic live on turntables playing classic acid house, murder-rap and other halloween favorites to get your ass spooked.

Nowhere Bar 10 p.m. FREE! 706-546-4742 DANGFLY Local rock band featuring an all-star lineup, including Adam Payne, Shawn Johnson, Jay Rodgers, Scotty Nicholson and Adam Poulin.

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Monday 4 Caledonia Lounge 9:30 p.m. $5 (21+), $7 (18-20). www. caledonialounge.com CLOAK AND DAGGER DATING SERVICE Local six-piece ensemble plays loud and loose straightahead rock with dueling male/female vocals. PANIC MANOR Rock group from Augusta. JET WOLF SQUAD No information available. Flicker Theatre & Bar 9 p.m. $5. www.flickertheatreandbar. com TWO HAND FOOLS Spacey, grungy punk band from Cleveland, OH influenced by Hum and The Weakerthans. LIKE BATS Raspy-vocaled pop-punk band from Chicago influenced by Jawbreaker and The Lawrence Arms. NURTURE Local post-hardcore trio featuring screamed vocals, chunky guitar and explosive rhythms.

KATER MASS Local gritty punk band “influenced by Longmont Potion Castle.� Go Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-5609 GOPEN MIC NIGHT K. Jared Collins of k i d s presents this weekly open mic. Green Room 9 p.m. www.greenroomathens.com THAYER SARRANO Local songwriter playing hazy, Southern-inspired shoegaze tunes that create desolate musical environments. JAY ARNER Lo-fi synth explorer from Vancouver, BC. SONDRA SUN-ODEON Brooklynbased songwriter whose raw, atmospheric compositions call to mind artists like Grouper. See Calendar Pick on p. 18. Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 8 p.m. FREE! www.hendershotscoffee. com OPEN MIC Local singer-songwriter Kyshona Armstrong hosts this open mic night every Monday. Little Kings Shuffle Club 9 p.m. www.facebook.com/lkshuffleclub LIPSTICK HOMICIDE Punk band from Iowa City, IA. WADE BOGGS Local punk band featuring Ian McCord (Hot New Mexicans, Carrie Nations) and lots of catchy hooks. Nowhere Bar 10 p.m. FREE! 706-546-4742 BLUES NIGHT WITH BIG C Nobody in Athens sings the blues quite like Big C (frontman for Big C and the Ringers). Expect lots of soulful riffs, covers and originals.

Tuesday 5 Caledonia Lounge 9:30 p.m. $5 (21+), $7 (18-20). www. caledonialounge.com DYSRHYTHMIA Progressive rock band from Queens, NY. ZEVIOUS Instrumental power trio from New York equally influenced by early John McLaughlin, Meshuggah, the ‘downtown punk-jazz-harmolodic’ school, Magma, Vijay Iyer and Ben Monder. 40 Watt Club 8 p.m. $12. www.40watt.com THE FIDDLEHEADS Six-piece acoustic ensemble from Dahlonega, GA specializing in bluegrass. MAGILICUDDY CHECK No info available. Georgia Theatre 8 p.m. $20. www.georgiatheatre.com SLEIGH BELLS Hook-laden noisepop duo from Brooklyn, NY that landed in the buzz bin with its 2010 debut, Treats. See Calendar Pick on p. 18. DOLDRUMS Montreal musician Airick Woodhead makes dancey, lo-fi synth-pop. Green Room 9 p.m. www.greenroomathens.com BUFFALO RODEO Progressive indie rock band from Bowling Green, KY. ANDROCLES AND THE LION Local alt-folk band with a lush, rolling, slowcore-inspired sound. Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 8 p.m. www.hendershotscoffee.com IKE STUBBLEFIELD & FRIENDS Soulful R&B artist Ike Stubblefield is a Hammond B3 virtuoso who cut his teeth backing Motown legends.

The Melting Point Terrapin Tuesday. 7 p.m. $5. www. meltingpointathens.com DRIFTWOOD Local Americana collective plays darkly accented folk. RED OAK SOUTHERN STRING BAND This Watkinsville-based band plays rootsy Americana tunes. Nowhere Bar 9 p.m. $2. 706-546-4742 TUESDAY NIGHT CONFESSIONAL Host Fester Hagood presents this week’s showcase of singersongwriter talent, featuring Blake Guthrie and Candid Coal People.

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ART Call for Artists (Farmington Depot Gallery, Farmington) Accepting applications for the Holidaze Artists’ Market on Dec. 7–8. farmingtondepotgallery@ gmail.com Statewide Art Competition (State Botanical Garden of Georgia) Seeking artwork to use on items in the gift shop. Open to GA students in ninth grade or above. Deadline Dec. 4. Visit website for guidelines and application. www.botgarden.uga.edu The Holiday Artist Market (Danielsville) Seeking vendors to sell handmade items on Nov. 16. 706-621-2467, theholidayartist market@gmail.com Winter/Spring Art Classes (OCAF, Watkinsville) Watercolor, acrylic painting, clay arts and a variety of classes designed for children and families. Register online. 706769-4565, www.ocaf.com

CLASSES Adult Craft Classes (Treehouse Kid and Craft) “Quilting.” Tuesdays, Oct. 29–Nov. 19, 7:30–9 p.m. $60. “Needle Felting: Fall Woodland Creatures.” Thursdays, Nov. 7–21, 7–9 p.m. $70. “Needle Felting: Ornament Making.” Thursdays, Dec. 5–19, 7–9 p.m. $70. www. treehousekidandcraft.com Bikram Yoga (Bikram Yoga Athens) Classes in hot yoga offered every day. Beginners welcome. 706-3539642, www.bikramathens.com Capoeira (Chase Street Yoga) An Afro-Brazilian art form combining martial arts, music and dance. Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m. $5. www. facebook.com/athenscapoeira

Clay Classes (Good Dirt) Weekly “Try Clay” classes ($20/person) introduce participants to the potter’s wheel every Friday from 7–9 p.m. “Family Try Clay” classes show children and adults hand-building methods every Sunday from 2–4 p.m. $20. 706-355-3161, www. gooddirt.net Dance Classes (Dancefx) Salsa, creative movement, ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, breakdance, acrobatics and more. 706-355-3078, www. dancefx.org Dance Classes (Floorspace) Sulukule Bellydance presents classes in bellydancing, Bollywood dance, fire dancing, yoga, burlesque, sewing and Middle Eastern drumming. Visit website for schedule. www.floorspaceathens.com Flow Yoga (Athens Five Points Yoga Studio) Offering classes in Iyengar, flow, hot power flow, gentle flow and early-morning rise and shine yoga. Check website for weekly schedule. 706-355-3114, www.fivepointsyoga.com Gymnastics Registration (Bishop Park) Registration for ACC residents begins Nov. 2. For ages 10 months through adults. 706613-3589 Letterpress & More (Smokey Road Press) “Introduction to Letterpress Printing.” Sundays, Nov. 3–Dec. 22, 4–7 p.m. $295. “An Evening of Paper and Pork.” Nov. 8, 6–9 p.m. $90. “Thank You Card Workshop.” Nov. 16, 9 a.m.–12 p.m. $85. www.smokeyroadpress.com Mac Workshops (PeachMac) Frequent introductionary courses to Mac, iPad, iPhoto, iCloud and IOS 7. FREE! www.peachmac.com/ training/workshops.php New Earth Yoga Experience (New Earth Athens) Offering community outreach yoga classes and pro-

grams. Donation based and service oriented. See website for schedule and updates. www.facebook.com/ newearthyoga On-Going Yoga (Yogaful Day) Deepen your practice through ongoing classes in Hatha and Ashtanga yoga. Private classes and a RYS200 yoga teacher training program is available. www.yogafulday.com Printmaking Workshops (Double Dutch Press) “PrinTea Towel Time.” Nov. 7, 6–7 p.m. & Nov. 14, 6–9 p.m. $50. “Print a Tote.” Nov. 16, 2–5 p.m., $50. “Stampmaking.” Nov. 23, 2–4:30 p.m. $35. www. doubledutchpress.com Reiki (Call for Location) Reiki circles are held every other Monday at 6:30 p.m. Reiki I class held Nov. 2–3. Classes include four attunements, manual and a light lunch. Email or call for details and directions. 706490-3816, energypath@hotmail.com Tarot Workshop (Body, Mind & Spirit) Learn the mystical ways of tarot card reading. Saturdays through Nov. 23, 12–2 p.m. $25/ class, 706-351-6024 Trapeze (Canopy Studio) Classes in trapeze, aeria fabric, conditioning and more. Private lessons and weekend workshops available. info@ canopystudio.org WInter Art Classes (Lyndon House Arts Center) An array of beginner through advanced classes for children and adults like quilting, black and white photography, drawing, painting, jewelry/metalsmithing and relief printmaking. See website for course descriptions. www.athens clarkecounty.com/lyndonhouse Winter Dance Classes (East Athens Educational Dance Center) Classes for beginner through advanced students are available in a variety of disciplines. Registration begins Nov. 2. 706-613-3624

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“Modesty” and other paintings by Cody Murray are currently on display at Republic Salon. Women’s Self Defense Classes (American Blackbelt Academy) On-going workshops in Sexual Assault Fundamental Escapes (SAFE). Call to register. 706-549-1671, athensjiujitsu.com Yoga & Meditation (Rubber Soul Yoga) On-going classes in Kundalini, Hatha and restorative yoga as well as guided meditation. calclements@gmail.com, www.rubbersoulyoga.com Yoga & Tai Chi (Mind Body Institute, ARMC) Mindfulness-based stress reduction and therapeutic yoga. 706-475-7329, www.athens health.org Yoga Classes (Healing Arts Centre) Several types of ongoing classes are offered for all levels, including Ashtanga, therapeutic, Vinyasa and power lunch yoga. Pilates and yoga teacher training, too. www.healingartscentre.net Yoga Classes (Chase Street Yoga) Offering classes in power yoga, fluid power, yoga for health and relaxation, acroyoga, core yoga, ROGA, gentle yoga, Iyengar yoga and guided deep relaxation. www. chasestreetyoga.com

HELP OUT BikeAthens Bike Recycling Program (BikeAthens) BikeAthens seeks volunteers to recondition bikes for Athenians underserved by private and public

transportation. No tools or experience needed. First-time volunteers should come on a Wednesday for an orientation session. Mondays & Wednesdays, 6–8:30 p.m. & Sundays, 2–4:30 p.m. www. bikeathens.com Books for Keeps Book Drive (Avid Bookshop) Avid’s book clubs are competing to see which club can bring in the most books for Books for Keeps, an organization that distributes books to local elementary schools. Accepting books of all kinds. Through October. www.avid bookshop.com Donate Blood Give the gift of blood! Check website for donor locations. 1-800-RED CROSS, www.redcrossblood.org Free IT (Free IT Athens) Volunteers wanted for help with computer instruction and repair. Free IT Athens provides technology resources to Athens residents and organizations. www.freeitathens.org HandsOn Northeast Georgia (Athens, GA) HandsOn NEGA is a project of Community Connection of Northeast Georgia that assists volunteers in finding flexible service opportunities. Over 130 local agencies seek help with on-going projects and special short-term events. Visit the website for a calendar and to register. www.handsonnortheast georgia.com Hospice Volunteers Needed (Gentiva Hospice) Seeking volunteers for patient support, administra-

tive tasks, vigils and bereavement opportunities. Meetings held every Tuesday at 2 p.m. through October. 706-549-5736 Kids’ Carnivale (New Earth Athens) Seeking volunteers and performers for a kid-friendly version of the Carnivale of Black Hearts on Nov. 1. Must dress in character. Email for details. blankbooking@ gmail.com PALS Volunteers Needed (PALS Institute) Women of the World is looking for volunteers willing to mentor and students willing to learn. PALS is a free GED program for women. Childcare and lunch provided. Wednesdays and Thursdays, 9:30 a.m.–2 p.m. 706-548-0000, www.womentotheworld.org

KIDSTUFF Craft Classes (Treehouse Kid and Craft) “Baby Sensory Class” for ages 6–24 months (Wednesdays, 10 a.m. & Saturdays, 11 a.m.), “Craft Club” for ages 6–10 (Wednesdays, 4 p.m.), “We Craft” for ages 2–3 (Thursdays & Saturdays, 10 a.m.), “Craft Club” for ages 3–5 (Thursdays, 4 p.m.), “Family Crafterdays” for ages 4–8 (Saturdays, 12 p.m.). $10/class. www.treehousekidandcraft.com Day Off School Program: Fall In Love With Color (Memorial Park) This program serves children enrolled in Kindergarten–5th grade and takes

place on a day when Clarke County School District schools are not in session. Explore fall through crafts and a discovery hike on the Birchmore Trail. Bring a sack lunch. Pre-registration is required by Oct. 30. Nov. 4, 9 a.m.–3:30 p.m. $15-23. 706-613-3580 Day Off School Program: Planet Earth (East Athens Community Center) For ages 6-12. Take mini-trips to the ACC Recycling Center, Bear Hollow Zoo, North Oconee River Greenway and Sandy Creek Nature Center. Includes crafts and physical activities. Pre-register by Oct. 30. Nov. 1 & 4, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. $20. 706-613-3593

SUPPORT Alcoholics Anonymous (Athens, GA) If you want to drink, that’s your business. If you want to stop, we can help. 706-389-4164, www.athensaa.com

Athens Mothers’ Group (Athens Mothers Center) Find out about upcoming events, community resources and more. Children welcome. Meets every Tuesday & Friday, 9:30–11:30 a.m. www.athens ga.motherscenter.org Domestic Violence Support Group (Athens, GA) Support, healing and dinner for survivors of domestic violence. Tuesdays, 6–8 p.m., in Clarke County. First and Third Mondays, 6:30–8 p.m., in Madison County. Child care provided. 706-543-3331 (hotline), 706-613-3357, ext. 771 Emotional Abuse Support Group (Athens, GA) Demeaning behavior and hateful words can be just as harmful as punches and kicks. Child care provided. Call for location. Every Wednesday. 6:30–8 p.m. FREE! 706-543-3331 (hotline), 706-613-3357, ext. 771 Emotions Anonymous (Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens) A 12-step program open

ART AROUND TOWN AMICI (233 E. Clayton St.) Landscape photography with autumn colors by Tom Nix. Through October. • Works expressing fertility and femininity by Lauren Pumphrey. Through November. ANTIQUES & JEWELS ART GALLERY (290 N. Milledge Ave.) Paintings by Mary Porter, Christine Shockley, Dortha Jacobson and others. Art quilts by Elizabeth Barton and handmade jewelry by various artists. ART ON THE SIDE GALLERY AND GIFTS (1011B Industrial Blvd., Watkinsville) Works in ceramics, paintings and fused glass. ARTINI’S ART LOUNGE (296 W. Broad St.) Project Safe’s “Through an Open Window” art project presents works by survivors of domestic violence. Through October. • Paintings of local scenes in vibrant colors and loose lines by Heidi Hensley and Jamie Calkin. Opening reception Nov. 5. ATHENS ACADEMY (1281 Spartan Lane) In the Bertelsmann Gallery, artwork by Lyndon Tewksbury and ceramics by Carter Gillies, Juana Gnecco and Geoff Pickett. Reception Nov. 3. Through Dec. 13. • In the Myers Gallery, artwork by Bette Houser and Leslie Snipes and contemporary art quilts by Elizabeth Barton, Ruth Handy and Catherine Hart. Reception Nov. 3. Through Jan. 24. ATHENS FORD (4260 Atlanta Hwy., Bogart) Colorful paintings by Jim StipeMaas and Claire Clements as well as framed cards from ATHICA’s custom playing deck, “ATHICARDS.” AURUM STUDIOS (125 E. Clayton St.) “Bad Friends” showcases works by Peter Loose, Leigh Ellis and the late Brooks Burgess, who passed away from cancer two years ago. Through October. THE BRANDED BUTCHER (225 N. Lumpkin St.) Paintings and drawings by Sanithna Phansavanh. • Paintings by Lela Burnett. CINÉ BARCAFÉ (234 W. Hancock Ave.) Paintings by Tim Adams. Through Nov. 14. CIRCLE GALLERY (285 S. Jackson St.) “Schema: The Work of Cheryl Goldsleger” explores architectural intricacy through drawings and paintings. Through Nov. 8. THE CLASSIC CENTER (300 N. Thomas St.) “It’s Like a Rainbow” presents large colorful paintings by Sarah Emerson, Tommy Taylor, Kathryn Refi, Chris Hocking, Hannah Jones, Elliot Walters and Liselott Johnsson. • “Assemble” presents collage works by Jenn Manzella, Jon Swindler, Claire Clements, Justin Plakas, Leslie Snipes and Jaynie Gillman Crimmins. Through January. COFFEE SHOP OF ATHENS (2950 Atlanta Hwy.) “Phoenix Rising” is a collaborative work honoring the Georgia Theatre. EARTH FARE (1689 S. Lumpkin St.) Paintings by Sophie Howell. Through November. FARMINGTON DEPOT GALLERY (1011 Salem Rd., Farmington) Owned and staffed by 14 artists, the gallery exhibits paintings, sculpture, folk art, ceramics and fine furniture. Permanent collection artists include Pat McCaffrey, Larry Hamilton, Cheri Wranosky, Chris Hubbard and more. 5 POINTS ACUPUNCTURE (2027 S. Milledge Ave.) Nature themed pastels and acrylic paintings by Brenda Stevens Fanning. Through Nov. 15. FLASHBACK GAMES (162 W. Clayton St.) “Artcade Show 2.0” features video game-inspired works by a dozen artists. FLICKER THEATRE & BAR (263 W. Washington St.) “The Fiendish Five” presents works by Dan Smith, Cindy Jerrell, John Stidham, Joe Havasy and Mike Groves. Through Nov. 3. • Paintings by Andy Cherewick. Beginning Nov. 4. GALLERY@HOTEL INDIGO (500 College Ave.) “From the Beginning: Jack Davis” contains 40 original illustrations. Through Dec. 31. • In the GlassCube, a site specific installation called “Contrition” by Thom Houser. GEORGIA MUSEUM OF ART (90 Carlton St.) “Exuberance of Meaning: The Art Patronage of Catherine the Great (1762–1796).” Through Jan. 5. • “The Crossroads of Memory: Carroll Cloar and the American South.” Through Jan. 5. • “Cercle et Carré and the International Spirit of Abstract Art.” Through Jan. 5. • “L’objet en mouvement: Early Abstract Film.” Through Jan. 5. • “The Material of Culture: Renaissance Medals and Textiles from the Ulrich A. Middeldorf Collection. Through Jan. 12. GEORGIA THEATRE (215 N. Lumpkin St.) “No Flash Photography” exhibits live music photographs shot by Ryan Myers of musicians who have played

to anyone with a desire to become well emotionally. Sundays, 4–5 p.m. 706-202-7463, www.emotions anonymous.org Life After Diagnosis (Oasis Counseling Center) An on-going support group aimed at helping those with chronic or life-threatening diseases. Wednesdays, 4:30–6 p.m. $15/session. 706-543-3522, www. oasiscounselingcenter.com Women’s Empowerment Group (Oasis Counseling Center) A small therapeutic group for women to work on vulnerability, setting boundaries, assertiveness, self-care and more. New eight-week session begins Nov. 6. $100. 706-543-3522, www.oasiscounselingcenter.com

ON THE STREET 29th Annual Birdseed Sale (Sandy Creek Nature Center) Preorder seed through Nov. 1. Proceeds support the Sandy Creek Nature

Center, Inc., a non-profit organization which supports the SCNC in promoting environmental education and preservation. Pick up on Nov. 8–9. www.athensclarkecounty.com/ sandycreeknaturecenter Athens Corn Maze (1035 Cleveland Rd.) The five-acre corn maze includes pony rides, farm animals and more. Open Thursday– Sunday through Nov. 2. $10. www.athenscornmaze.com Ripple Effect Film Project (Athens, GA) Filmmakers of all ages and levels of experience are invited to create original short films about water conservation and stewardship. Finalists’ films will be screened during the 2014 EcoFocus Film Festival in March. Visit website for official rules and entry form. Deadline Jan. 31. www.rippleeffectfilmproject.org Winter Tennis (Bishop Park) Tennis for children ages 5–14 and beginner and advanced classes for adults. Scholarships available. www. athensclarkecounty.com/sports f

since the venue’s grand reopening. THE GRIT (199 Prince Ave.) Artwork by students of Barrow Elementary School. Through October. • Paintings by Andy Cherewick. Beginning Nov. 3. HEIRLOOM CAFE AND FRESH MARKET (815 N. Chase St.) “Insta-loom!” presents Instagram photos taken of local scenes. Closing reception Oct. 30. • Oil paintings by Mary Porter. Through November. HENDERSHOT’S COFFEE BAR (237 Prince Ave.) “The Twain Shall Meet,” Northeastern and Northwestern US landscapes by Greg Benson. Through Nov. 9. HIGHWIRE LOUNGE (269 N. Hull St.) Artwork by Andy Cherewick. Closing reception Nov. 6. JITTERY JOE’S ALPS (1480 Baxter St.) Paintings and prints by Elizabeth Ogletree. JITTERY JOE’S DOWNTOWN (297 E. Broad St.) Prints inspired by European travels by René Shoemaker. Through November. JUST PHO (1063 Baxter St.) Colorful and surreal collages by Susan Tillman Pelham. Through November. LAMAR DODD SCHOOL OF ART (270 River Rd.) In “Unmapping,” Rachel Clarke uses a hybrid diagrammatic language influenced by mapping systems to create videos and drawings. Through Nov. 1. • “Kendall Buster: Miniature Monumental” shows new models and drawings by sculptor and Lamar Dodd Distinguished Professorial Chair Kendall Buster. Through Nov. 12. LOFT GALLERY AT CHOPS & HOPS (2 S. Main St., Watkinsville) Collages influenced by Magic Realism and Surrealism by Susan Tillman Pelham. LYNDON HOUSE ARTS CENTER (293 Hoyt St.) “Period Decorative Arts Collection (1840–1890)” includes artifacts related to the historic house. MADISON COUNTY LIBRARY (1315 Hwy. 98 W., Danielsville) Trishanne O’Maille Langford has collected vintage Halloween and Dia de los Muertos decorations and ephemera for 25 years. Through October. MADISON MORGAN CULTURAL CENTER (434 S. Main St., Madison) “Masterworks on the Move” is a traveling exhibition of 35 American paintings from Wesleyan College. Through Jan. 5. MAMA BIRD’S GRANOLA (909 E. Broad St.) Artwork by Cameron Bliss Ferrelle, Bob Brussack, Caoimhe Nace, James Fields, Barbara Bendzunas and Annette Paskiewicz. MINI GALLERY (261 W. Washington St.) “Locals Only Mixtape, Vol. 1” features artwork by Cindy Jerrell, Anthony Wislar and Leslie Snipes. OCONEE COUNTY LIBRARY (1080 Experiment Station Rd.) Artwork by family members Jim Hamilton, Belva Hamilton and Debbie Hamilton. Through November. OCONEE CULTURAL ARTS FOUNDATION (OCAF) (34 School St., Watkinsville) “Georgia Small Works” features pieces 14” x 14” or smaller. Through Nov. 15. • “Pantina: Caroline Montague” is inspired by Sapelo Island. Through Nov. 15. PENUMBRA (127 N. Jackson St.) The fifth annual “Penumbra Halloween Art Show” features the works of over 15 artists. Through October. REPUBLIC SALON (312 E. Broad St.) The paintings of Cody Murray explore the duality of man. SEWCIAL STUDIO (160 Tracy St.) Hand-dyed art quilts by Anita Heady and rust and over-dyed fabric on canvas by Bill Heady. STATE BOTANICAL GARDEN OF GEORGIA (2450 Milledge Ave.) Linocut prints and other works by Laquita Thomson. Through Nov. 24. STEFFEN THOMAS MUSEUM OF ART (4200 Bethany Rd., Buckhead) “Oscillations: An Exhibition of Abstract Works” by painters Liselott Johnsson, Erin McIntosh and Diane Wiencke. Through Nov. 16. SURGERY CENTER OF ATHENS (2142 W. Broad St.) Pieces by the artists of St. Gregory’s. Through October. • Paintings by Bob Clements. Through November. TOWN 220 (220 W. Washington St., Madison) “Art Marks” features paintings and drawings by husband and wife duo Art Rosenbaum and Margo Newmark Rosenbaum. Through Nov. 3. UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP OF ATHENS (780 Timothy Rd.) An assortment of quilts, mixed media, afghans, needlepoint and applique by a dozen artists. Through November. WHITE TIGER (217 Hiawassee Ave.) “Menagerie,” artwork by Melody Croft.

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asey had thought he might see Genevieve that night, but he hadn’t expected to spend the whole evening dancing with her at the 40 Watt, separated from the friends they’d each come with to the Wild Rumpus parade and after-party. She was really drunk. So was he. The room was too packed for him to even see where Jackson and Kelli and the rest of them were. Moving to Athens had been a terrible idea, the first thing he’d done in his life that seemed like a true misstep. And he never would have done it if she hadn’t suggested it to him. He’d gotten hired at Starbucks in the nick of time before his money completely ran out, but most of his paycheck was going toward his rent. Making pumpkin spice lattes was not what he had envisioned doing after graduation. He’d imagined something at least marginally more glamorous. The isolation had also been hard, and even though he now at least knew Jackson and a few other people from work, there were still too many solitary hours to fill. He’d taken long walks through historic neighborhoods and seen the matinee of nearly every movie that played at Ciné and swam laps daily in his building’s pool until it finally got too cold, trying to at least get some value for his money. He couldn’t believe how quickly he’d squandered his savings. Each rent check he wrote made him think of the hundreds of hours he’d wasted framing houses in the hot sun back home in Nebraska all summer. To avoid spending more money, he’d taken to haunting the main library on campus, reading books about the Russian Revolution and wishing he actually were a student, since he was so frequently mistaken for one. At night, he drank Jim Beam and worked on his novel. Every page seemed to be wrenched out of him, and while in the heat of creativity he was sure of himself, the next day he’d wake up full of doubt. It had been an unhappy time. And Genevieve and her romantic amnesia were at least partially to blame. But recently, a very compelling idea had been nagging at him, though he refused to acknowledge it as anything other than idle fancy. If he could get an interview with Caspian Quinn… His clips from college were decent, but they were from small-time venues, mostly the student paper. A profile of Quinn would wedge open a lot of doors, especially on the eve of Waning Gibbous’s album release. Caspian Quinn had been friendly to him the one night they met; if Casey and Genevieve patched up their friendship, he’d likely see more of Caspian, who was basically her live-in boyfriend, even though no one was calling him that. There was really no need to hold a grudge against her—they were all adults. Would it really be so conniving to start talking to her again? She’d texted him several times in the past two months, after all. If he got to know Caspian a little, asking him for an interview might just happen organically. If he could get a few more good pages out of his novel and a story on Caspian Quinn, a half-year in Athens wouldn’t be such a waste. All this ran through his head when he saw her again that night. In the low lighting of the 40 Watt under the string lights and spooky streamers, his Machiavellian impulses were confused, however. He’d had enough beer to shed his Midwestern inhibitions about dancing, and for the first time in months he was really having fun. It was a relief to be on good terms with Genevieve again after months of awkwardness and bad feelings, and she seemed to feel the same, based on her huge smile. She kept tapping him on the chest while they danced and shouting in his ear the funny things that had happened to her and the gossip about friends from college that she’d wanted to tell him. “Dude, you’re an awesome dancer!” she told him. “I’ve never seen you dance. I like it.” She looked so

sexy in her trashy little Halloween outfit. He wished he’d worn a costume himself. It took all his effort not to stare at her grotesquely. “I’m going to get another beer,” she said. “Do you want one?” “Sure.” He turned his attention back to the band that was playing. “Thanks, babe,” he said ironically when she returned, and she laughed. Just then, Casey felt a tap on the shoulder. “We’re thinking of heading to Georgia Theatre,” Jackson said, reappearing with Kelli and Hailey and Amanda. “Do you guys want to come?” Genevieve weighed her mostly-full beer. She looked nonplussed at their return. “I don’t know,” she said, looking at Casey. “Do you want to go?” “We just got drinks,” he told them. “Go ahead—we’ll just meet you there when we finish these.” “We could wait for you,” Jackson said. Next to him, Kelli was pointedly avoiding looking at Casey and Genevieve, and for a moment Casey felt sorry. He remembered now that he’d said he’d meet up with her that night. “No, you guys go,” Genevieve said. “We’ll catch up with you.”

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