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city dope Our Hearts Will Go On At the end of a committee meeting last month, Doug Lowry started reminiscing. The commissioner, ousted by Sharyn Dickerson in the May elections, famously feuded with Athens-Clarke County Manager Alan Reddish during his two terms, at one point even threatening to get Reddish fired. He joked that, before leaving office, they’d sing a duet of the Titanic theme song. Lowry was one of the first people I met when I moved to Athens in 2005 to take over the government beat for the Athens Banner-Herald. He wouldn’t run until District 1 Commissioner Charles Carter retired the following year, but he still never missed a meeting. Often, Lowry and I would be the only people in the audience for a meeting, so we got to know each other pretty well. “He really wanted to know what this job entails,” Commissioner Harry Sims said. In spite of his cantankerousness behind the rail—if there was a 9–1 vote, Lowry was usually the one—he’s a nice, funny guy in person, and no one worked harder. “Doug always tells it like it is,” Commissioner Jerry NeSmith said. “If I want to know an opinion that I’ll probably disagree with, I can get it from Doug.” Lowry and commissioners Kathy Hoard and George Maxwell, who both declined to run for re-election, said their goodbyes at the commission’s Dec. 2 voting meeting. “I’ll miss it, sure enough, but I won’t lose any sleep over it,” Maxwell said. Maxwell will be replaced by Melissa Link, who will bring fire and passion to a group that needs a shot in the arm. But while Link has her own pros and cons, no one could replace Maxwell’s moral authority. He was one of Athens’ first black police officers, a postman and a preacher, and because he is so softspoken, when he speaks up, everyone listens. He fought to make sure his low-income African American constituents (who are too often merely paid lip service by our city leaders) were heard, and if he felt that they were being forgotten, he’d be “deeply disturbed”—which became something of a catchphrase.

“I remember being scared to speak [as a newbie commissioner] when Commissioner Maxwell got disturbed about something,” Commissioner Mike Hamby joked. One thing I always admired about Hoard was that she never forgot those people, either. She once represented Rocksprings on the old city council, before unification, and even though she now represents affluent Five Points, she worked closely with Maxwell on issues relating to his neighboring district. Her pet issues, though, were animal rights and historic preservation. (You can thank her for protecting the majestic houses along Milledge Avenue, among other things.) Hoard was “truly the bellwether of this body,” Commissioner Kelly Girtz said, and he’s right. She was the swing vote on so many issues. If you could convince Hoard, you were going to win. And don’t let her blonde ‘do and genteel demeanor fool you—Hoard had the sharpest wit on the commission. Look up “bless your heart” in the dictionary, and there’s her picture. That’s what I might miss most of all. In January, Diane Bell will take Hoard’s place, joining Dickerson and Link behind the rail. Whether the turnover will jolt our moribund commission into action on the big issues, we’ll have to wait and see. What They Did: There was some business to take care of last Tuesday, too. Girtz won approval for Mayor Nancy Denson to appoint a committee to recommend development buffers around wetlands for an August vote. Denson insisted that the committee consider whether jobs would be lost as a result, leading NeSmith to question whether Denson would stack the deck to kill stricter environmental protections, which she denied. Another committee, chaired by Sims, will be appointed to tackle the specter of increased gang affiliation among our youth. The Athens Downtown Development Authority’s plan to limit the hours when delivery trucks can park in the middle of Clayton Street also passed, as did continuous trash

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pressure on the chest and neck that killed Garner), as well as noting that Ganer had other health problems. ACCPD Assistant Chief Fred Stephens was much more direct. “We don’t do it,” he said. “It is not acceptable in this department and has not been for years.” Stephens, a 36-year veteran of the Georgia Bureau of Investigations, said he joined ACCPD because of its reputation for professionalism under former Chief Jack Lumpkin. He acknowledged that officers sometimes err because they have to make split-second decisions, but he said they are trained to treat citizens as partners. “We try our very best to remove any kind of bias,” he said. “What we do is factbased and behavior-based.” A Rough Start: Lumpkin left ACCPD last month to take over Savannah’s scandalplagued police department. (Their last chief is under federal indictment on corruption charges.) Lumpkin has his work cut out for him. There were nine shootings, two fatal, over his first weekend on the job, according to the Savannah Morning News. Look for an interview with Chief Lumpkin in next week’s Flagpole. Blake Aued news@flagpole.com

capitol impact Land of Opportunity… for Lawyers The Georgia General Assembly passed bills in 2012 and 2014 that would require people who apply for welfare benefits or food stamps to take and pass drug tests. Before they voted on the food stamp drug test bill this year, legislators were warned by two of their members who practice law that the measure would not withstand the inevitable lawsuit. “It cannot be sustained by any court,” Rep. Mary Margaret Oliver (D-Decatur) told her House colleagues. “This is not a risk [of losing in court]—this is a certain ending of defeat.” Sen. Josh McKoon (R-Columbus) similarly told the Senate: “This is not going to hold up. It’s not narrowly tailored enough and I believe it’s going to be defeated in court.” They might as well have been talking to brick walls. The House and Senate both passed the bill by large margins and Gov. Nathan Deal, an attorney who surely knew better, signed it into law. Attorney General Sam Olens warned Deal that federal regulations prohibit states from requiring food stamp applicants to take a drug test. “The state must comply with the terms and conditions of the federal program, or risk potential loss of the federal funding for the program [over $3 billion annually],” Olens told Deal in a letter. You can guess what happened. A federal appeals court last week struck down a similar drug testing law that had been adopted in Florida, noting that it “crosses the constitutional line” protecting citizens from unreasonable searches and seizures. With that ruling in place, you’ll never see either of Georgia’s drug testing laws implemented. That takes me back to my original advice to new attorneys: Come to Georgia if you want to make a living. We may have the highest unemployment rate in the nation, but our politicians will make sure there is always plenty of work for you.

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The Cavin family—Ashlee Hardwick, 17, Lindsey, five-month-old Micah and Aaron—have taken in 10 foster children over the past year, but hundreds more must move to other cities because of a lack of foster parents in Athens.

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ince Lindsey Cavin became a foster parent last November, she’s hosted 10 children in her home. Some stayed for a few nights, some for a few weeks and others for a few months. No matter the length, Cavin thinks it made a difference. “I knew there was a need in the community and wanted to help,” she says. “I wanted to make a positive impact in a kid’s life.” Cavin, a social worker at Clarke Middle School, and her husband Aaron, a football coach at Clarke Central High School, had their first baby in October and believe they learned parenting skills while taking care of foster children. “It’s quite incredible what impact you can have as a foster parent,”Lindsey Cavin says. “It’s not easy, and it’s not for everyone, but we’ve had some great kids stay in our home. Every kid improves when living in a consistent home where somebody cares about them.” The Cavins provide one of 20 foster homes in Athens—a tenth of the actual need. More than 200 children in the area need a foster home. “It’s worth doing this for our community,” she says. “It’s difficult for children to be removed from their families and communities and have to live with strangers and new friends across the state in Augusta or Columbus.”

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Case workers at the Clarke County Division of Family and Children Services office are ramping up their efforts to recruit more foster parents in Athens and spread the word about ways community members can help. Brigette Love, for example, hosts orientation meetings each month to explain the requirements and process to become a foster parent. It’s a stress-free way for Athens residents to ask questions and learn about certification classes. “People always seem shocked to hear about the need,” she says. “They’re also surprised about the different ways they can help.” Families can apply to be full-time foster parents who host children for extended periods of time, or for short-term support, such as emergency moves between foster families or when a child must be removed from an abusive home in the middle of the night. Another group, respite families, provide support on occasional weekends to give foster parents a break. Others volunteer to babysit, transport children or, when a child moves to a new home suddenly, buy needed items such as clothes,

More than 200 children in the area need a foster home. diapers, bedding or school supplies. Volunteer court-appointed special advocates represent children in court and help them find safe homes. And those newly interested in the foster-care process can sponsor a child for the holidays by buying gifts through the Angel Tree Project. “We want to connect with people who are interested in opening their homes, but you can still help if you can’t open your home,” Love says. “It’s helpful for the community in many ways to support the families and children in care.” Love is ramping up recruitment, because so many Athens foster children must leave the county to join a foster family, especially siblings, teenagers and infants. When placing children with new families, Love wants them to have as many home connections as possible to keep their lives closer to normal. She’d rather keep siblings together than split them up and will often look to Madison or Walton counties to keep them close to Athens. Sometimes, though, this means siblings must move to homes in South Georgia. Overall, the number of available foster homes in Athens has dropped steadily in recent years, Love says. “I think the

economy has made it hard for families to care for themselves, let alone others,” she says. “I think it’s a combination of that and a lack of knowledge among those new to the area about the need and opportunities.” Families may find fostering intimidating, too, and she wants to ease that hesitation. She started holding the orientation sessions this fall for residents in Athens, and she welcomes people from surrounding counties as well, particularly Barrow, Jackson, Madison, Oconee and Oglethorpe. “Some people only hear the few horror stories or tragedies,” she says. “We want to share the positive side, that it’s not only doable but also rewarding.” The trend of fewer foster homes looks the same across the state, particularly in the northeast Georgia region. In the last five years, budget cuts led to a reduction in DFCS staff. With a healthier budget this year, Region 5 is focusing on development. “We want communities to work together in a collaborative way,” says Mary Havick, the Region 5 Northeast Georgia DFCS director. “We learned this in the past few years and want it to be even more intentional in the future.” Creating a stronger community of support around the child, foster parents and birth parents is key. In fact, the numberone indicator of reunification with birth parents—which is the ultimate goal of foster care—is visitation. That’s hard to do when people must travel to visit. “The biggest challenge is to make sure we have enough foster homes locally,” Havick says. “When this community’s children must be placed in a different city, it’s emotionally and economically draining on the system and the people in it.”

The Recession Hits In 2000, several local children’s groups, Clarke County DFCS, schools, public health officials, law enforcement and court officials came together to look at the data about children in Athens. They wanted to develop a plan that would work across the different services provided in the community. They enacted several health and wellness reforms that made a dramatic difference for kids, says Tim Johnson, executive director of Family Connection-Communities in Schools of Athens. In the following few years, abuse and neglect cases in Clarke County dropped by 40 percent.

State officials began to take notice and enacted some of the same reforms in 2004. Abuse across the state dropped by about 40 percent as well. But as the recession hit, state lawmakers saw this as an area with less need and cut some funds. The same happened for the next few years. “The perception was that foster care reduced, and we didn’t need as many resources for it anymore,” Johnson says. “But really, we needed to redirect those resources into prevention and early intervention.” Instead of addressing family issues before they became a crisis, such as through parenting or anger management classes, DFCS workers had to focus on immediate concerns. In many counties, this also meant no case workers could recruit or train more foster families. But this year, lawmakers increased funding for the first time in about a decade, and DFCS offices have been able to add 278 caseworkers statewide. “It took awhile to get to this point where we have a dramatic shortage of foster homes, because people move out of the area or age out,” Johnson says. “They key is having adequate resources to train people who don’t even know about the need.”

Future Plans Another hiccup set back DFCS offices this year, particularly in the Region 3 (Rome) and Region 5 (Athens) areas. Gov. Nathan Deal announced in April that the state would pilot a new privatized system for foster care and asked local officials to pause on recruitment activities. The pilot project came after Senate Bill 350, which would outsource foster care, failed to pass during the final hours of the legislative session. The public-private partnership would have freed up state funds for local DFCS offices to use for other initiatives, such as prevention, early intervention and reunification with families. The Athens and Rome regions were picked as pilot locations based on the number of children who require placement outside of the region, the lack of local foster homes and transportation costs for long-distance placements. Near Athens, for example, about 40 percent of foster care children are placed outside of the 13-county area. In addition, the region has the third-highest transportation cost due to the number of children placed outside the region. The pilot was slated to run from October–May. But in October, when the vendor was scheduled to be announced, the privatization process was suspended indefinitely. Now, it’s up to the community to fill the gap, says ACC Juvenile Court Judge Robin Shearer, who heads Family Connection’s Safety and Community Stability Strategic Action Team. The team is looking for ways to publicize the need. “There was a big lull in recruitment,” Shearer says. “Now that the pilot plan is no longer moving forward, the effort has gotten a new sense of urgency.” For example, Georgia Department of Human Services officials began teaming with local agencies around the state this fall to discuss how the faith community can help vulnerable children. With more than 7,500 children in foster care and tens of thousands of churches statewide, one family per church could host a child with plenty to spare. “If churches wrapped themselves around that one family by giving resources, we could have a waiting list of foster homes rather than a waiting list of foster kids,” Johnson says. “I’m not sure how many faith-based groups are in Athens, but this is one way to address the critical need.” As part of a national initiative, several state leaders are working on the “Zero to Three” initiative, which encourages new early childhood policies. Related to foster care in particular, children from birth to age 3 should visit their birth parents three times a week. That’s tough to do when foster children can’t stay close to home. “Young children need that bonding time,” Shearer says. “If that connection is broken, it becomes more difficult for children to go back home.” In Athens, Lindsey and Aaron Cavin have watched some of their foster children return home. They still keep in touch with every kid who has stayed with them. “With one family, we still talk to the dad, and he trusts us,” she says. “We hang out and go to church together. It’s a great dynamic and a positive relationship.” But three sets of the Cavin’s foster children moved to another county. They lived in Athens initially to stay at their schools but then had to move to a more permanent location away from town. “As both a professional and a foster parent, it’s hard to send these kids to another county,” Cavin says. “Now they’re forced to live with strangers and make new friends.” Carolyn Crist news@flagpole.com

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When Dossey first started his work, he grew crickets, grasshoppers, meal worms and fly larvae in his apartment. (Don’t worry. He didn’t live in Athens then.) He quickly found that he could only grow a few thousand at a time—not enough. At one time, the main customers for crickets were bream fishermen looking to buy three or four dozen bugs for an afternoon on the creek. The popularity of exotic pets, such as chameleons, created another market, and the industry grew. Now, with bug-as-food becoming more of a concern, entrepreneurs are opening up cricket farms to serve the industry. At least one breeder, a farm in Youngstown, OH, has gone into business solely to supply manufacturers making cricket powder for human consumption. The process of making cricket powder spans the country. Dossey buys crickets grown in Louisiana, processes them at a plant in New Jersey and tests the product at a lab in Nebraska. His home office is on Athens’ Eastside. “It’s the most abundant classification on earth, and we don’t use it,” Dossey says of insects. Most people think bugs are dirty, but they aren’t known to foster bacteria like salmonella and listeria that can make people sick if meat is handled improperly, he says. Dossey doesn’t eat bugs as a snack food nor does he think that restaurants should put roasted insects on the menu right next to the filet. He’s more focused on a nutritional supplement that would mix into something else, like a powder blended into pasta dough. While most cricket preparations involve cooking the moisture out of the bugs, Dossey uses a different proprietary method that makes a fine, sand-colored powder without a scorched aftertaste. He still believes the powder can be useful in RUTFs, but now he sees that health-food aficionados will drive a supply and manufacturing system that will make the powder common enough to go into crisis food supplements. “I see this as something that every grocery store will have as a mainstream product within 10 years,” Dossey says. “I think cricket powder will become cheaper than whey within 10 years.” Allison Floyd news@flagpole.com

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or all the cheer, there’s an unease that often accompanies Christmastime. Budgets are stretched. Carter Smiles are forced. LongClarence simmering family tensions bubble up. And it’s the end of the calendar year, which means it’s time to reflect solemnly on another 12 months passed, somehow, again. Once you get past the yuletide Top 40—which, don’t get us wrong, has its place—much Christmas-themed music reflects this ambivalence, that strange blend of merriment and malaise indigenous to the holiday season. The tunes below, some of Flagpole’s writers’ and readers’ favorites, largely exist in that in-between space. 1. The Walkmen: “Donde está la Playa” December is the best time of year for grafting one’s personal sorrows onto songs. For me, heading home to face relatives and old memories, nothing beats Hamilton Leithauser’s opening salvo: “It’s back to the battle again.” Throughout, Leithauser sounds like he’s looking out a train window at a leaden December sky. You might feel inclined to pace your old high school’s winterbleak football field like some refugee John Hughes character, but why not follow The Walkmen’s lead and shoot for a more rarified anguish, instead: Go grab a highball. C’mon, it’s Christmas. [Marshall Yarbrough] 2. Clarence Carter: “Back Door Santa” Take one listen and you’ll recognize this one: The horn hook is used in a modern day hip hop holiday classic, Run-DMC’s “Christmas in Hollis.” Besides that, it’s classic Clarence Carter, who can say one thing that actually can mean another. It also has the line, “I keep some change in my pocket in case the children are at home/ I give them a few pennies so that we can be alone.” Sounds perfect to me. [Tommy Robinson] 3. Commander Cody & the Lost Planet Airmen/Tommy Hester: “Daddy’s Drinking Up Our Christmas” Looks like Christmas is getting derailed (again?) by Daddy’s chronic alcoholism, and although Cody’s lyrics paint a fairly bleak picture, one can’t help but suspect that the Commander’s tongue is in his cheek—which is why I would also like to submit a more authentic country weeper with the exact same title but a slightly different scenario. In Hester’s version, every week on payday Dad makes time with some barfly floozy while his poor kid has to freeze to death sitting outside in the snow. Meanwhile, Mom is at home crying herself to sleep. Dad sounds pretty ho-ho-horrible, but this song sounds great. [Nate Mitchell] 4. Slade: “Merry Christmas Everybody” I love Slade. They’re kind of just a dumbed-down T. Rex, and that’s just fine with me. Noddy Holder’s a great singer, and “Merry Christmas Everybody” is far superior to T. Rex’s lame “Christmas Bop.” [Andrew Rieger] 5. David Byrne: “The Fat Man” David Byrne reimagines Santa Claus as a War on Terror bugaboo. Sure, it sounds ridiculous, this “roly-poly man” from up North, “coming in from the cold…leaving packages unattended.” Yeah, yeah—you’ve heard the warnings at the airport. But wait, isn’t that Santa? “Climbing on the roof/ What the hell’s he doing?” And what’s that he’s saying? “Evil little girl, gonna put you down/ Nasty little boy gonna get what’s coming.” That’s right, kids: The threat is real. [MY]

6. Powerkompany: “I’m Sorry About Last Christmas” For so many of us, holiday time with family hardly lives up to the picture painted in the Christmas songs played ad nauseum on the radio each year. Here, Powerkompany offers a shot of realism in response. Dripping with strings, tolling bells and fa-la-las, the track is a satire of old tropes. “I’m sorry about last Christmas,” singer Marie Davon coos from within partner Andrew Heaton’s dense, spacious production. But, perhaps in a nod to seasonal cheer, she promises, “This year our bells will ring.” [Rachel Bailey] 7. Coil: “Christmas Time is Now Drawing Near at Hand” John Balance and Peter “Sleazy” Christopherson have

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The whole EP is perfect for sitting by the fire with your holiday drink of choice. [Alec Livaditis] 8. Cyndi Lauper: “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree” From her 1998 album, Merry Christmas… Have a Nice Life, which sold approximately 21,974,000 fewer copies than her 1983 classic, She’s So Unusual. In a similarly stark departure from precedent, Lauper’s cover contains none of the swung beats, corn-fed saxophone leads or twangy guitar hallmarks of the original ‘50s tune, instead infusing the song with a Caribbean-style polka vibe featuring melodica, an irresistible drum machine sample and an eerie, off-kilter organ part that you might find at a Sunday service under the big top. If I had to guess what Santa does in the off-season, I’d say he’s probably chillin’ on the beach in Bermuda listening to this song on repeat. [T.S. Woodward] 9. The Flaming Lips: “A Change at Christmas (Say It Isn’t So)” This bizarre astro-schmaltz hymn came out in 2003, when I was in 10th grade and the Lips’ website was the hottest URL around. I’d get home from school and hit the family PC to Windows-shop for Yoshimi extras and read about Christmas on Mars. Now that I’m grown, I can turn my nose up at Wayne Coyne’s James Slade Murphy-meets-American Recordingsera-Johnny Cash delivery. I can laugh at the production, which manages to out-cheese even Paul “Arpeggiator” McCartney’s “Wonderful Christmastime” (see below). But when Coyne sings about his hope for a future in which the world “embraces peace and love and mercy instead of power and fear”— well, I can’t sneer at that. [MY] 10. Paul McCartney: “Wonderful Christmastime” I’m pleased to be on the fringes of a generation that still has an appreciation for The Beatles’ pop sensibility and an understanding of their influence on rock music. A few years my junior is the crowd who doesn’t know who this McCartney dude even is. That being said, the Sir’s “Wonderful Christmas Time” resonated with me during childhood as much for its standout synths and jingle as for simply being the sort of holiday tune that encourages good spirits. [Andy Barton] 11. Bruce Cockburn: “Mary Had a Baby” Bruce Cockburn (pronounced “co-burn,” like he’s fooling anybody) is a prolific adult contemporary singer-songwriter with a career spanning back to the early ‘70s. His music was a staple in the household rotation when I was growing up, but I remember him best for his kick-ass 1993 Christmas album, creatively titled Christmas. It’s tough to choose a favorite track from that record, which is packed with tasteful acoustic renditions of everything from staples like “Silent Night” to wild cards like “Jesus Ahatonnia,” a Huron carol. This year, my pick is ol’ Bruce’s iteration of this AfricanAmerican spiritual. [RB] 12. Tom Waits: “New Year’s Eve” Every holiday from my childhood sounded like a Tom Waits song, and not just because Nighthawks at the Diner was in constant rotation. New Year’s has always been a more realistic holiday for adults to celebrate, anyway, and “New Year’s Eve” encapsulates a certain drunken stumble, that moment when you realize you’ve taken one too many to enjoy the holiday. Waits drunkenly rambles over a myriad of sloppily picked guitars before finally coughing out “Auld Lang Syne,” as a series of trumpets toot in. [Thomas Bauer] Hear the mixtape at flagpole.com.

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Dodd Ferrelle and family show off one of their paintings, which will be raffled off at the Strung Out Like the Lights show. Although he and his dad eventually stopped taking their annual trip, Ferrelle didn’t stop giving. “I remember feeling fortunate as a little guy and felt it [was] my duty to help,� Ferrelle says. “I still feel that way.� Six years ago, to help Athens families in need during the holidays, Ferrelle started the Strung Out Like the Lights at Christmastime Empty Stocking Fundraiser. On Saturday, a dozen bands will play again at the Office Lounge in the Homewood Hills shopping center, with veterans Betsy Franck and Bloodkin returning alongside Atlanta bands Autumn Attics and Gasoline Bros, as well as many other locals. (For the full lineup, see the Calendar in this issue.) For a third year, Ferrelle will also sell T-shirts and raffle off art. Ferrelle says it is a party for the whole community. “By the second year, people told me this was their big party, and I realized not everyone gets invited to a Christmas party,� he says. “The community has made it their own.� The event also exists to put money into the pockets of those who may not have a Christmas this year. Money raised for the Empty Stocking Fund doesn’t go toward toys or gifts. Rather, it helps families with rent, power bills, heating costs, medical needs and other living expenses. Specifically, it aids families who can’t go to other charities or need more than other nonprofits can provide. Area agencies refer needy

“The bands play a set and then walk off the front of the stage and back into the crowd,� he says. “There’s no separation between artists and fans.� The suggested door donation is $7; T-shirts are $10, and art raffle tickets are $5. Ferrelle, his wife Cameron and their three children created two paintings to raffle this year. “The kids and I make this huge mess of abstract art,� he says. “Then Cameron comes in, cleans it up and ties it together.� The bands will play their hits and some holiday tunes. The rendition of “O Holy Night� sung by Betsy Franck, Kyshona Armstrong, Ansley Stewart and Holly Belle will give you goosebumps, Ferrelle says. And his own group, March, will play the event’s namesake—�Strung Out (Like the Lights at Christmastime).� “That’s why this night is so cool,� Ferrelle says. “It’s a great night to play favorites or try out a new tune.� Carolyn Crist

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threats & promises Music News And Gossip However, it Might Be a Christmas Present: Even though Athens artist Jeff Fox self-identifies as a singer-songwriter, I hesitate to describe him as such for fear that hoary term, no matter how technically accurate, will conjure an image of some trite acoustic drivel. Fox composes music that is quite the opposite, and it’s neatly showcased on his new album, This is Not a Birthday Present, which is released under the name Jumping Through Fiery Hoops. The 11-track record is a nicely set up collection of intelligent guitar-pop that, for all my fussing, actually does open with a tender, breezy acoustic song. The rest of the record glides easily through Fox’s well-informed musical sensibility, which includes, of course, the ability simply to put it all out there and rock. Check it via jefffox.bandcamp.com. What Would St. Anthony the Abbot Do?: The ninth annual Christmas with the Bitches celebration will happen Saturday, Dec. 13 at Little Kings Shuffle Club. It’s hosted by

“punk, rock, blues, progressive, psychedelic.� If you ever dug Tom Troccoli’s Dog, this is the record for you. Warpath came out last week but will probably live on the Internet forever, so when you get a chance, head to liberator usa.bandcamp.com. Winter Wonderland: The debut album by dream-pop band Grand Vapids comes out Jan. 20, and pre-orders for a limited-edition CD version are being taken as we speak. The band has been together for only about a year but has quietly honed its music while knowledge of just how damn good it is has happened through good, old-fashioned wordof-mouth—the way God intended it. While we’ve always given Grand Vapids the hat tip here at Flagpole—including a substantial post on the Homedrone blog at flagpole.com a couple of weeks ago—a decent amount of national press is starting to pile up, too, and personally, I couldn’t be happier for them. Several months ago, I described them as “gor-

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Liberator longtime Athens musician Jon Lester and DJ duo Bitch Switch. Costumes are encouraged but not required. As in previous years, the event is a benefit for the Athens Area Humane Society’s Food Bowl program, which means admission is contingent upon a donation. You can take a can of cat or dog food, pay cash at the door or make a check out to the AAHS. If you bring pet food, please take the Purina Chow brand, per the Humane Society’s request. It all kicks off at 11 p.m. It’s Clobberin’ Time: Back when I thought SST Records could do no wrong, and before it sunk in that the label only ever had a mere handful of bands worth listening to, I’d pick up its compilations with high hopes. In between the well-known names were masses of bluesy California bands and weirdo metal, each of which would have died on the vine were it not for SST’s largesse. All of which is to say, when I close my eyes and listen to the new album by local band Liberator, I feel like I’m back there with those dusty cassette tapes desperately letting each track roll through, hoping for anything that grabs me. That said, the opening track on the group’s debut album, Warpath, is a totally stellar early-Rollins-soloera-meets-Bad Brains jam. The rest of the record is exactly how the band describes it:

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geously defined and thoughtfully executed guitar slow-pop,� and that still holds up well. Pre-orders for the album, titled Guarantees, can happen at grandvapids.bandcamp.com, and a handful of preview songs are available at soundcloud.com/grand-vapids. For all other info, see grandvapids.com and facebook.com/ grandvapids. Never Enough: Record vendor Alan Ross launched his store The Record Booth about three years ago on Athens’ Eastside (790 Gaines School Rd.) and set his focus on deeply discounted used LPs and 7-inch records. After gaining some success in this area, he’s announced a second location of the store. The new spot is up the road a bit in Monroe, inside Ian Henderson’s Antique Mall (600 S. Broad St.). While the Athens store prices LPs between three and five bucks, the new shop features slightly harder-to-find vinyl that ranges from $5–8 for a standard single LP. Through the holiday season, the Booth will be open 8 a.m.–8 p.m. Monday–Saturday and noon–8 p.m. on Sunday. Keep up with Ross’ goings on in Athens via facebook.com/therecordbooth and in Monroe via facebook.com/ TheRecordBoothMonroe. Gordon Lamb threatsandpromsies@flagpole.com

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1977; think Burt Reynolds and a bearskin rug,� says McBride. “These photos are personality. Plus, ‘racy’ can only be hilarious with these guys.� A launch party for the Townie Boy Calendar will happen during a “Hunky Happy Hour� on Friday, Dec. 12 from 5–8 p.m. at Old Pal. If you miss out on the live eye candy, calendars will still be available online for $20 at modelcitizensalon.com as well as in Avid Bookshop, Frontier and Agora. Zodiac Girls: Each year, Marisu Wehrenberg and Shannah Montgomery of Athens-based studio ZoomWorks take on a creative venture to push themselves and experiment as photographers. After turning one of their favorite models into a lioness as a promotional piece for the studio—with the assistance of makeup

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Townie Boy Calendar “We take our name at more than face value,â€? says salon co-owner Shayne McBride. “Model Citizen was created as a way to take our creativity out into the community at large, not just the clients in our chairs. I have served on the board of directors of several non-profits and saw the need for some fresh blood and creative ideas. Why not put ‘fun’ back in fundraising?â€? Drawing inspiration from spreads (no pun intended) in Vanity Fair’s Hollywood and music issues, the Townie Boy Calendar includes a risquĂŠ collection of group shots and solo portraits of the men who make Athens distinct. “We wanted it to have a mix of the expected and unexpected. We wanted to make sure it wasn’t just musicians. Service industry is the lifeblood of downtown, and we wanted to make sure that was showcased,â€? says McBride. Among performers—including Mike Mills, Ryan Monahan and DJs Zack Duncan, Alfredo Lapuz and Mark Weathersby—you’ll find a handful of farmers, physicians, drag queens, non-profit chairs and visual artists, including Michael Lachowski, Stan Mullins and Michael Oliveri. There are plenty of familiar faces here, such as chefs Peter Dale, Ken Manring and Mike Sutton, plus bartenders JS Dillard, Ben Garrett and Jeff Rapier. Even a few politicians participated, like Kelly Girtz, Russell Edwards and Tim Denson. “It is all tongue-in-cheek. [Photographer] Christy [Bush]’s aesthetic is very Playgirl, circa

artist Jeni Smith and hair stylist Stephanie Lott—the duo were inspired to complete a series of cosmic shots for a feminine Zodiac Calendar. Fashioned in the boudoir style, a genre of portraiture that the studio specializes in, the calendar is intended to showcase the beauty and power found in all women through a series of creative pin-ups—think moreelegant-than-erotic—that transform each month’s model into a personification of her astrological sign. A free launch party for the calendar will be held Thursday, Dec. 11 from 7–9 p.m. at Hendershot’s Coffee Bar, where attendees can meet all of the ladies who were in front of and behind the camera. Proceeds will benefit the Jeannette Rankin Foundation, a non-profit that provides scholarships and support to lowincome women seeking to complete college. “Wherever we can, we try to include a fundraising component to our work. We felt that an obvious partner would be a non-profit that focused on women,� says Wehrenberg. “This organization helps women realize their full potential through higher education, and it just seemed like a great fit: celebrating the power of women, their influence on the world around them and how they aspire to rise beyond limits placed on them.“ Calendars can be purchased for $20 at the launch, or ordered by contacting ZoomWorks at 706-227-3777 or info@zoom-works.com. Jessica Smith arts@flagpole.com

grub notes Eating Elsewhere SIMPLE STUFF DONE WELL: Kirsten Bradford is really doing her part to make Watkinsville better. First, she opened KiKi’s Bakeshop, taking over The Granary and expanding its offerings. Then she moved into the space next door, formerly The Big Easy, and opened up Local Table (20 Greensboro Hwy., 706-310-4188), a friendly breakfast and lunch spot that has been welcomed. (She also just added dinner, but too late for this column.) Local Table is much like KiKi’s. It’s not shooting for high-end gourmet, but rather for classics done right, in a straightforward manner, with a Southern base. The graphic design says “nouveau rustic charm,”—about right. The bread from its sister establishment serves as the foundation upon which sandwiches are built, and it can be sliced a bit thin at times. It’s not that the Reuben is enormous, but it still overpowers its thin slices of bread to some extent. Ditto for the meatloaf sandwich. The fillings are great. You can also get the meatloaf sans bread, on a plate with gravy and two sides for $9, a solid deal for a substantial serving size. One of the nicest things about Local Table is the way it doesn’t try to do too much. Order a side of lima beans, and they arrive undoctored with hot sauce or pepper or much of anything at all. They are lovely legumes, cooked right, and they feel they are worthy of your attention just by being themselves. That’s true of most of the sides, which are not overseasoned.

The fried chicken is nicely done, too, although it suffers a touch by comparison with Strickland’s, where I recently found myself, upon needing some auto maintenance work done in the area and was reminded that it is one of the finest executors of Southern cooking in Athens. Seriously. Local Table also does big salads, breakfast sandwiches, build-your-own omelets and more. The sunny room is full of folks who are not in a hurry to get back out of there, and the waitstaff are sociable and kind. The restaurant is open Monday 11 a.m.–2 p.m. for lunch, Tuesday–Friday 7 a.m.–2 Local Table p.m. for breakfast and lunch, Saturday 8 a.m.–2 p.m. for breakfast and lunch and Wednesday–Friday from 4:30–8:30 p.m. for dinner. It gives discounts with your church bulletin, does takeout, serves no booze and takes credit cards. BBQ BEAT: Smokin’ Po Boys BBQ (67 W. Athens St., 678-425-9374), in downtown Winder, has been on my list of places to investigate for some time now, and a recent weekday presented the opportunity for a trip to Barrow County. It’s fairly easy to get lost, due to a less-than-gridded street system, but if

you locate the county courthouse, you should be able to see the big pig mural on the side of the Po Boys building easily. The place started out doing competition BBQ and uses the motto, “Home of the Best Butts Around,” but its ribs and chicken are both better than its pork. The pulled pork isn’t bad (neither too wet nor too dry), and neither

is the sauce, which comes in four varieties (Sweet, Spicy, the vinegar-based Sassy and the wussier Sissy), but the ribs, though a bit fatty, have great flavor and pull right off the bone. The chicken is best of the three, with a dark, crackly, salty skin that conveys its rub to the meat below. Sides-wise, the coleslaw is classic stuff, prepared without sugar, which is how it should be. Winderians recommend the fried okra as your other side, and they are correct. The stew is not particularly good. The place does not move quickly, but it does take credit cards and

is open for lunch every day and dinner every day but Sunday. While you’re in the area, take a trip around the corner to Bentley’s Butcher Shop (105 E. May St., 678-963-9877, bentleysnaturalmeats. com), which will surprise you, especially considering its location in a run-down strip mall. When you walk in the door, there’s a sign advertising kombucha for sale, and, in fact, the meats on offer are organic, grass-fed, well priced and often local. Bentley’s makes its own sausage (brats, Italian, more) and retails a wide variety of meats, including special orders (the girl behind the corner mentioned “zebra” without batting an eye). The shop also does its own BBQ, but it’s Crock-Pot stuff. Better and odder are the sides available by the pint or quart, including a zippy potato salad and a coleslaw that tastes marvelously of fermentation. Made with purple cabbage, it seems to have a bit of fresh horseradish and is one of the more interesting variations I’ve come across. Bentley’s is open from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday, takes EBT, runs great specials and seems very involved with its community. WHAT UP?: The Volstead, Harry’s BBQ, Junkyard Dawgs and both Yoforia locations are all closed for business. Goodie Two Shoes, the new lunch joint from the folks behind Mama’s Boy, is now open. See the Grub Notes blog at flagpole.com for details. Hillary Brown food@flagpole.com

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The Pearl Girls travel across the globe to hand select their pearls. Their genuine cultured pearl jewelry, designed and created in Athens, starts at $49. This stunning baroque pearl necklace would make someone’s year! ($799) Shop online or make an appointment to stop by and shop. Use code ATHENS to receive 10% off through December 25th!

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movie reviews THE THEORY OF EVERYTHING (PG-13) above most standard biopics. Still, we have Stephen Hawking is one of those figures the typical narrative arc of a biographical everyone knows of but few know about. This romance (romantic biography?). Famous perbiopic from Man on Wire Oscar winner James son falls in love; famous person faces strugMarsh is based on Travelling to Infinity: gles; famous person overcomes. My Life with Stephen, the book written by Similarities aside, I would much rather Hawking’s wife, Jane. Despite its writer, the watch the rare scientific biopic over another focus of this film is squarely upon Stephen, musical bioflick. If you’ve seen one rock and and Eddie Redmayne’s performance is one of roll legend on the big screen, you have apparthose tortured turns the Academy loves: Think ently seen them all. Also, I doubt we’ll be Daniel Day-Lewis in My Left Foot. seeing a Neil deGrasse Tyson movie anytime Best known for Les Mis and his My Week with Marilyn, The Redmayne has never previously produced the level of craft and discipline necessary for such a physically demanding role as Hawking. He twists and wracks his hands, legs, torso, mouth, voice—practically everything—to portray the brilliant physicist crippled with motorneuron disease. Naturally, Felicity Jones as Jane takes the backseat to Redmayne’s more obviously challenging role, though poor Jones might have the more difficult task, as she must portray Jane’s Where’s Nicholas Cage when you need him? inner struggle to raise a family and care for her increasingly disabled husband. To be fair, both shine. soon. Come for Redmayne; stay for the elegant Marsh’s artful depiction of the world around depiction of one of the smartest men ever to Hawking matches Redmayne’s notable perforlive. (Bonus: Search “smartest man ever� and mance. The simple act of going up a staircase enjoy the competing lists). becomes a vertigo-inducing shot of wonder. The director and his cinematographer, Benoit THE PYRAMID (R) Horror film distribution is Delhomme, raise The Theory of Everything infuriating. So much great horror—Starry Eyes

and The Babadook to name merely two—is flooding the VOD market, yet The Pyramid gets a wide release. Not even Alexandre Aja’s superior, latest film Horns could get as wide a release as the directorial debut of his filmmaking partner, Gregory Levasseur. This is barely a step above Syfy-grade horror that mixes the ingredients of so many better scary flicks together. A father-daughter archaeological team (“American Horror Story�’s Denis O’Hare and the very pretty Ashley Hinshaw, who makes as unconvincing a Pyramid scientist as predecessors Denise Richards and Tara Reid) enter a long-lost pyramid with a news crew (James Buckley and Christa Nicola) and a robotics expert (Amir K) only to discover that something deadly walks the tomb. Actually, the last-act reveal is a wildly entertaining twist on Egyptian mythology that gets lost in the cacophonic sound design. The ear-shredding Event Horizon finally has some competition for uncomfortably loud horror. The Pyramid would have been more scarily successful as a haunted Saw house than as a creature feature. The CGI is really terrible, but what is worse is how uninterestingly the creatures are introduced. This movie makes August’s As Above, So Below look relatively fantastic. CITIZENFOUR (R) Laura Poitras’ documentary posits an American government so terrifying that I am afraid to write a review acknowledging I watched her film. I certainly did not tweet about Citizenfour after I watched it. In the last part of a trilogy that includes My Country, My Country and The Oath, the Oscar-nominated Poitras and Salon/Guardian reporter Glenn Greenwald documented their many meetings with infamous whistleblower Edward Snowden, capturing an incredible reallife thriller, occurring in something approaching real time. Who needs “24?� This film is the real deal. Perhaps these people are being paranoid (their early precautions are nearly comical), but that does not mean the NSA and the U.S. government are not watching them. Watching us all, really, if what Snowden revealed is true. Calling Citizenfour “important� seems an understatement; imagine the historical possibilities had Woodward and Bernstein recorded their meetings with Deep Throat. This documentary is not merely thrilling cinema; it’s history occurring live before our eyes. Snowden experts should come away sated. Those who know little of Snowden’s exploits might be at an early loss but should catch up as the film clearly tells his story. The doc does a superb job of humanizing this polarizing figure. He comes off as no more harmful than your typical IT guy. Bespectacled and scruffily bearded, Snowden gave up his life to disclose these closely guarded government secrets. Whether you think him a traitor or a patriot, Poitras’s camera argues that he’s just a guy who is merely doing what he believes to be right. It will be intriguing to see how many waves this documentary makes during awards season. It certainly is not hard to argue that Citizenfour is one of the strongest feature documentaries of the year. Drew Wheeler movies@flagpole.com

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Normaltown Hall · 8:30 p.m. · $5 Mississippi songwriter Andrew Bryant is known as one-half Trumps Catering · 7:30 p.m. · $43 of the roots-rocking folk group The Athens Chamber Singers, Water Liars, which has received a small local ensemble founded glowing national press for its two in 1979, presents its annual full-lengths, 2012’s Phantom holiday dinner, this year themed Limb and last year’s lovely “Winter Revels.” Selections Wyoming. But Bryant has been include “Carol of the Field Mice” showcasing his songwriting skills from The Wind in the Willows, via a fruitful solo career for over jazz numbers like “Winter a decade. This Is the Life, his Wonderland,” Steve Allen’s sixth LP, out Jan. 27 on Sleep “Cool Yule” and tracks from A Recordings, is an amiable colCharlie Brown Christmas. The lection of guitar-based tunes that singers will be accompanied nods to early-’80s Springsteen by two guitars, a string bass and Muscle Shoals soul. and a flute. Dinner, which feaDrive-By Truckers/Dexateens tures table-side performances bassist Matt Patton provides throughout the evening, includes assistance throughout. Thursday a buffet of seasonal dishes preat Normaltown Hall, Bryant will pared by Trumps, like butternut perform in between sets from squash soup, apple and toasted local songstress Thayer Sarrano pecan-stuffed chicken. Call and Charleston Americana outfit 706-353-6976 for reservations. Susto. [Gabe Vodicka] [Jessica Smith]

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Georgia Theatre · 8 p.m. · $15 Along with Five Eight, local band Bloodkin stands as an improbable Classic City testament to the possibility of mid-level regional rock and roll longevity. That’s not a slight at all; aside from the sheer force of will it takes to keep any band going for 25 years, the group continues to pump out inspired original material into the 21st Century. For their annual holiday show, they’ll be joined by a nowrequisite guest list of luminaries, including the legendary Col. Bruce Hampton, as well as jazz pianist Johnny Knapp and a slew of other well known local musical artists. This year, the band collaborates with the Celebrate Wayne and Conquer SADS group, which raises awareness for Sudden Arrhythmic Death Syndrome. [GV]

Athens Welcome Center · 2 p.m. · $25 For a special installment of Classic City Tours’ Museum Mile Tour series, The Athens Historic House Museum Association will transport visitors to Christmases past with a Holiday Spirits Tour. The beautiful Church-WaddelBrumby, T.R.R. Cobb, TaylorGrady and Ware-Lyndon houses will be adorned in periodspecific holiday decor, and each afternoon will feature a theatrical or musical performance in one of the homes. Guides will describe the evolution of Southern holiday traditions— particularly those popular in Athens—over the course of the Federal, Antebellum and Victorian periods. The two-hour tours depart from the Athens Welcome Center by bus. Call 706-353-1820 to reserve a spot. [JS]

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EVENTS: Tuesday Tour (UGA Special Collections Library) Take a guided tour of the exhibit galleries of the Walter J. Brown Media Archives and Peabody Awards Collection, the Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library and the Richard B. Russell Library for Political Research. 2 p.m. FREE! 706-524-8079 EVENTS: Ugly Sweater Party (Treppenhaus) Drink specials and prizes. 9–10 p.m. FREE! 706-3553060 FILM: Girl Rising (Ciné Barcafé) Peace Corps hosts a screening

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and discussion of Girl Rising, an innovative film about the power of education to change a girl and the world. The film follows nine girls living in developing worlds who must confront tremendous challenges to pursue their dreams. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenscine.com GAMES: Trivia at the Rail (The Rail Athens) Trivia hosted by Todd Kelly every Tuesday. 10:30 p.m. FREE! 706-354-7289 GAMES: Trivia (Hi-Lo Lounge) General trivia with Caitlin Wilson. 8:30 p.m. FREE! 706-850-8561

MUSIC | Saturday, Dec. 13

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Hendershot’s Coffee Bar · 8 p.m. · $12 (adv.), $15 (door) Hailing from the Research Triangle, Americana bulwark Jonathan Byrd has made Athens a regular tour stop over the years and has gained a sizable local following in the process. On Byrd’s latest album, You Can’t Outrun the Radio—billed as “a wild ride where country meets hi-fi soul”—the songwriter largely ditches the acoustic Southern folk he is known for in favor of a slightly shinier sound, reminiscent, as the album title suggests, of an FM-soaked midcentury childhood. But true grit remains; the quirks and corners of Byrd’s strange South provide an everlasting backdrop for his playful, incisive lyricism. He’ll be joined Saturday by promising Canadian songwriter Corin Raymond. [GV]

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: Entertainment Trivia (Herschel’s 34 Chicken & Ribs Kitchen) With Garrett Lennox. House cash, food and drink specials. 8 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ dirtysouthtrivia GAMES: Full Contact Trivia (The Savory Spoon) Compete to win valuable prizes. 7 p.m. FREE! 706367-5721

KIDSTUFF: Toddler Storytime (ACC Library) An interactive program for ages 2–5. 9:30–10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/athens LECTURES & LIT: Making Your Money Last (ACC Library) Edward Jones financial advisor Jess JensenRyan will host a seminar on managing money in retirement. Lunch will be provided. 11:30 a.m. FREE! 706-583-8834 PERFORMANCE: Classic City Band Evening Holiday Concert (State Botanical Garden of Georgia) The band will perform lively holiday

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ART: BFA Exit Exhibition (UGA Candler Hall) Scientific illustration by “OC� Carlisle. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.art.uga.edu ART: Athens Holiday Market (Big City Bread Cafe) An outdoor market featuring the festive works of over 50 artists. A live string band will perform around the bonfire. 5–9 p.m. www.bigcitybreadcafe.com CLASSES: Free Online Magazines (Oconee County Library) Learn how to use Zinio, a new online magazine service offered to library cardholders. Registration required. 2 p.m. FREE! 706-769-3950 CLASSES: One-On-One Computer Tutorial (ACC Library) Personalized instruction available for various computer topics. 9–9:45 a.m. FREE! 706-613-3650, ext. 354 EVENTS: Yuletide Musical Dinners (Trumps Ballroom) The Athens Chamber Singers per-

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form songs during dinner about Christmas cheer and Hanukkah lights, the carol of the field mice from The Wind in the Willows, Steve Allens “Cool Yule� and music from A Charlie Brown Christmas. See Calendar Pick on p. 24. Dec. 11–13, 7:30 p.m. $43. www.athenschambersingers.org EVENTS: Zumba After Dark (40 Watt Club) Zumba fever continues. 7 p.m. $10. www.40watt.com EVENTS: Mingle with the Brewmaster (Creature Comforts Brewery) New Belgium brewmaster Peter Bouckaert will share information about the art of brewing craft beer. Time TBA. FREE! www.newbelgium.com EVENTS: ZoomWorks Calendar Launch Party (Hendershot’s Coffee Bar) The Athens based photography studio is releasing a feminine zodiac calendar. A portion of the sale will benefit the Jeannette Rankin Foundation. See Art Notes on p. 16. 7 p.m. FREE! www.hendershotscoffee.com EVENTS: Holiday Open House (House Electric) See Wednesday listing for full description Dec. 10–13, 7:30 a.m.–7:30 p.m. FREE! www. houseelectricathens.com EVENTS: Line Dancing (Georgia Tavern) Line dancing and lessons with Ruth Ellenburg. 8–11 p.m. 770307-6506 EVENTS: Holiday Mixer (All Body Studio) Drop in to All Body Studio to meet the artists and see Pilates demos. Refreshments will be served. 7–10 p.m. FREE! www.facebook. com/allbodystudio FILM: Who Owns Water (Madison County Library, Danielsville) This documentary follows two brothers as they paddle the Chattahoochee, Flint and Apalachicola rivers for 30 days. 6 p.m. FREE! 706-795-5597 GAMES: Trivia (Butt Hutt Bar-B-Q) Hosted by Dirty South Trivia. 8 p.m. FREE! 706-850-8511 GAMES: Sex, Drugs & Rock and Roll Trivia (Your Pie, Downtown) Presented by Dirty South Trivia. 11 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ dirtysouthtrivia PERFORMANCE: Athens Flute Choir Holiday Concert (Young Harris Memorial United Methodist Church) The choir will perform a selection of holiday favorites. 7 p.m. FREE! www.athensflutechoir.org THEATRE: Inspecting Carol (Athens Community Theater) Town & Gown Players present Inspecting Carol, a Christmas play without sentimentality that follows a theater company’s attempt to produce A Christmas Carol as its annual fundraiser. Go behind the scenes in this piece of metatheatre to see the backstage drama and the heart that goes into any stage show. Dec. 11–13, 8 p.m. & Dec. 14, 2 p.m. $8–15. www. townandgownplayers.org

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GAMES: Dirty South Trivia (Choo Choo Japanese Korean Grill Express) Jump on the trivia train! Entertainment trivia with host Todd Kelly. 7:30 p.m. FREE! www.choochoorestaurants.com GAMES: Trivia (Copper Creek Brewing Company) Test your trivia chops for prizes! Every Wednesday. 9 p.m. FREE! 706-546-1102 KIDSTUFF: Teen Council Meeting (ACC Library) Teens can come together to discuss plans for the ACC Library’s teen department’s collections and programs. Pick up application forms at the front desk. Ages 11-18. 4:30–5:30 p.m. FREE! 706-613-3650 KIDSTUFF: Anime Club Holiday Party (Oconee County Library) Watch some anime and manga, listen to J-Pop music, eat Japanese snacks and share fan art. Ages 11–18. 6–8 p.m. FREE! 706-7693950 KIDSTUFF: Preschool & Toddler Storytime (Madison County Library, Danielsville) Includes stories, finger-puppet plays, songs and crafts for literacy-based fun. For ages 5 & under. Every Wednesday. 10:30 a.m. FREE! 706-795-5597 KIDSTUFF: Mommy and Me Holiday Tea (Rocksprings Community Center) Toddlers and their mothers are invited to enjoy peppermint tea, holiday brunch refreshments, storytime and a craft at this tea party. 10 a.m. $2, $5 (nonresidents). www.athensclarkecounty. com/holidayevents KIDSTUFF: Toddler Storytime (ACC Library) See Tuesday listing for full description 9:30–10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/athens KIDSTUFF: Storytime and Cookies with Miss Neva (East Athens Community Center) Enjoy holiday favorites at storytime, then visit the kitchen to bake Christmas cookies. Ages 6 & up. 5–6 p.m. $1–2. www.athensclarkecounty.com/ holidayevents LECTURES & LIT: Re-VITA-lize Athens (UGA Dawson Hall) This training session will teach you how to provide Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) to low income taxpayers. 8 a.m.–1 p.m. 706-2015118 MEETINGS: Tech Happy Hour (Highwire Lounge) Meet local entrepreneurs, tech talent and other fellow Athenians who are making cool stuff at this weekly Four Athens networking happy hour. 6 p.m. FREE! www. fourathens.com/happy-hour PERFORMANCE: Rak the Watt (40 Watt Club) Watch as bellydancers demonstrate their skills. 7 p.m. $7. www.40watt.com

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carved holiday items. Enjoy a cup of Momma’s secret recipe hot apple cider. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. www.soupstudios.com ART: Bendzunas Glass Annual Winter Open House (Bendzunas Glass) The family-run glassblowing studio hosts extended holiday hours on Saturdays and Sundays with live glassblowing demonstrations until 3 p.m. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. FREE! 706783-5869 ART: Carter & Friends Pottery Market (572 Nantahala Ave.) Local potter Carter Gillies is joined by Geoff Pickett, Jeff Bishoff and Nancy Green for a group sale. Dec. 13–14, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. 706-546-7235, cartergilliespottery.wordpress.com ART: Family Day: Pucci Holiday Celebration (Georgia Museum of Art) Explore the colorful, funky fashion designer Emilio Pucci in the exhibition “Emilio Pucci in America,� then create your own Pucci-inspired marbled holiday ornaments. The Meridian Women’s Choir will perform. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org ART: Athens Farmers Market: Holiday Market (Bishop Park) A special holiday market will feature locally made wares like jewelry, soap, knitwear, carving, cutting boards, toys and more. 9 a.m.–12 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net ART: Holiday Market (Ted’s Most Best) Shop for locally made arts and crafts out on the patio. 12–7 p.m. FREE! www.tedsmostbest.com ART: Longroad Studios Holiday Sale (Long Road Studios Gallery, Bishop) Find the perfect gift for someone special. Ceramic work by Jorie Berman, Laura Cooper, Juana Gnecco, Nancy Green, Kendall Steele, Melanie Sgrignoli and Caryn van Wagtendonk. Textiles by Sara Lee Parker and skin care products by Lisa Pickett. Dec. 13, 10 a.m.–7 p.m. & Dec. 14, 12–5 p.m. FREE! www.longroadstudios.com ART: West Broad Farmers Holiday Market (West Broad Market Garden) The market will offer handmade crafts, cookie decorating for children and caroling by local schoolchildren. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! www.athenslandtrust.org CLASSES: Knit 2 Class (Revival Yarns) Review casting on, the knit stitch, the purl stitch, stockinette and garter stitch patterns. RSVP. 3 p.m. $30. 706-850-1354, www.revivalyarnsathens.com EVENTS: Yuletide Musical Dinners (Trumps Ballroom) See Thursday listing for full description Dec. 11–13, 7:30 p.m. $43. www. athenschambersingers.org EVENTS: Holiday Spirits Museum Mile Tour (Various Locations) This tour focuses on holiday traditions spanning the 19th century by exploring four historic houses from the Federal, Greek Revival and Victorian periods. Participating houses include the Church-Waddel-Brumby, T.R.R. Cobb, Taylor-Grady and WareLyndon Houses. The tour includes a theater vignette, live music and refreshments. See Calendar Pick on p. 24. 2 p.m. $25. 706-353-1820 EVENTS: West Broad Farmers Market (West Broad Market Garden) Featuring fresh produce, honey, crafts, soaps, baked goods, cooking demos, children’s activities, yoga (11 a.m.) and live music. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. www.athenslandtrust. org EVENTS: Launch Party (Hendershot’s Coffee Bar) Celebrate the launch of Royal Daark, a new blend of coffee created by Jittery Joe’s and inspired by Kishi Bashi.

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The party features free samples, cans available for sale and signing, and a live set by Kishi Bashi. 10 a.m. FREE! www.hendershotscoffee.com EVENTS: Oconee Farmers Market (Oconee County Courthouse, Watkinsville) Locally grown produce, meats, grains, flowers, soaps, birdhouses, gourds and more. 8 a.m.–1 p.m. www.oconeefarmersmarket.org EVENTS: Holiday Open House (1000 Faces Coffee) 1000 Faces Coffee hosts an open house where guests and purchase gifts, ask about the coffee or check out a new brewing method. 11 a.m.–2 p.m. www.1000facescoffee.com EVENTS: Holiday Open House (House Electric) See Wednesday listing for full description Dec. 10–13, 7:30 a.m.–7:30 p.m. FREE! www. houseelectricathens.com

play the Shadowfist Dynamic Card Game will be held at 4 p.m. 12 p.m. $1. www.tychesgames.com KIDSTUFF: Breakfast with Santa (Sandy Creek Nature Center) Eat breakfast and take photos with the Jolly Old Elf. This holiday event also includes crafts and activities for children. Register by Dec. 11. 8, 9 or 10 a.m. $5–8. 706-613-3615, www.athensclarkecounty.com/holidayevents KIDSTUFF: Saturday Movies (ACC Library) Family fun movies are shown in the story room. Call for movie title. 10:30 a.m. & 2:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org KIDSTUFF: Star Wars Storytime with Storm Troopers (Barnes & Noble) The Friends of the AthensClarke County Library present stories and activities for Star Wars fans. Storm Troopers will make a special appearance. 11 a.m. FREE! 706-3541195, www.bn.com

The Oconee Cultural Arts Foundation hosts Mingle with Kringle on Saturday, Dec. 13 at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m., offering children’s crafts, entertainment, stories and portraits with Santa. EVENTS: Christmas at the Classic Center (The Classic Center) Come see decorated Christmas trees and gingerbread houses, shop at the Handmade Holiday Market, go ice skating in the indoor rink, and take pictures with Santa. Check website for daily schedule. Dec.13–14 & Dec. 20–21. $3 (general admission), $12 (ice skating). www.classiccenterchristmas.com EVENTS: Athens Farmers Market (Bishop Park) Local and sustainable produce, meats, eggs, dairy, baked goods, prepared foods and crafts. Live music by Caroline Aiken (10 a.m.). A Seedling Club educational activity will be held for kids. 8 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.athensfarmersmarket.net EVENTS: Friends of the AthensClarke County Library Bookfair (Barnes & Noble) A portion of the days’ sales will go to the Friends of the Library when shoppers present a voucher at checkout. Find vouchers at the ACC library and online. All day. www.athenslibrary.org GAMES: Shadowfist Tournament (Tyche’s Games) Multiplayer format. Promotional cards will be given to all players. A workshop on how to

KIDSTUFF: Mingle with Kringle (OCAF, Watkinsville) Activities include photos with Kringle, festive storytelling, construction of the Peaceful Village, a puppet show and more. Toy donations will benefit Toys for Tots. 10 a.m.–12 p.m. & 1–3 p.m. $2 or unwrapped toy donation. www.ocaf.com LECTURES & LIT: Local Authors Signing (Front Porch Book Store) Local authors Dodd and Cameron Ferrelle, Larry Dendy, Mary Quinn, Emma Foley, Carol Dolson and Eddie Whitlock will be on hand to sign their books. 12 p.m. FREE! 706-372-3928 PERFORMANCE: Athens Symphony Christmas Concert (The Classic Center) Hear “Lift Up Your Heads, O Ye Gates,� “The Polar Express Suite� and “White Christmas.� Dec. 13, 8 p.m. & Dec. 14, 3 p.m. FREE! (tickets required). www.athenssymphony.org PERFORMANCE: The Nutcracker Suite & Holiday Program (Morton Theatre) See Friday listing for full description Dec. 12, 6:30 p.m. & Dec. 13, 10:30 a.m. $8-10 (ages 0–4), $12-15. www.thestudiodanceacademy.com

SPORTS: UGA Hockey (The Classic Center) The UGA Ice Dogs play against Johnson & Wales. 4 p.m. $7. www.ugahockey.com THEATRE: A Christmas Carol (Clarke Central High School) See Friday listing for full description 7 p.m. $5–7. 706-357-5200 THEATRE: Harvey (Elbert Theatre, Elberton) See Friday listing for full description Dec. 12–13, 7:30 p.m. & Dec. 14, 2 p.m. $8–15. www. elberttheatre.org

Sunday 14 ART: Heirloom Holiday Market (Heirloom Cafe and Fresh Market) Handmade wares range from printmaking, textiles, jewelry, jams, bath items and more. Shop for local gifts during brunch hours. 9:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m. FREE! www.heirloomathens.com ART: Jamie’s 2014 Open Studio (140 Brookwood Dr.) See the latest paintings by Jamie Calkin. Guest artists include Leonard Piha (painting), Don Highfield (wood carving), Denise Burns (pottery), Al Krumnow (wood turning) and Ken Calkin (carved fish). Santa Claus will visit from 3–4 p.m. 2–5 p.m. FREE! www. jamiecalkin.com ART: Longroad Studios Holiday Sale (Long Road Studios Gallery, Bishop) See Saturday listing for full description Dec. 13, 10 a.m.–7 p.m. & Dec. 14, 12–5 p.m. FREE! www. longroadstudios.com ART: Spotlight Tour (Georgia Museum of Art) See highlights from the museum’s permanent collection. 3 p.m. www.georgiamuseum.org ART: Bendzunas Glass Annual Winter Open House (Bendzunas Glass) See Saturday listing for full description 10 a.m.-5 p.m. FREE! 706-783-5869 ART: Carter & Friends Pottery Market (572 Nantahala Ave.) See Saturday listing for full description Dec. 13–14, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. 706-546-7235, cartergilliespottery. wordpress.com EVENTS: Book Fair (Barnes & Noble) A portion of sales benefits the drama and yearbook clubs at Clarke Central High School. Mention CCHS at the register. Students perform at 12, 2, 4 and 6 p.m. 10 a.m.–9 p.m. www.barnesandnoble.com EVENTS: Christmas at the Classic Center (The Classic Center) See Saturday listing for full description Dec.13–14 & Dec. 20–21. $3 (general admission), $12 (ice skating). www.classiccenterchristmas.com EVENTS: 2014 Christmas Tour of Homes (The Georgia Club) The Georgia Club Foundation presents a tour of decorated homes within the Georgia Club community. Proceeds benefit Mercy Health and Project Safe. 12–5 p.m. $25–28. www.thegeorgiaclubfoundation.com GAMES: Brewer’s Inquisition (Buffalo’s CafĂŠ) Trivia hosted by Chris Brewer. Every Sunday. 6:30 p.m. (sign-in), 7 p.m. FREE! www. facebook.com/buffaloscafeathens KIDSTUFF: Jingle Jam (Princeton United Methodist Church) Celebrate the holiday season with dinner, crafts, singing carols and the story of Christmas. 5–7 p.m. FREE! www. princetonumcathensga.org KIDSTUFF: Read to Rover (Madison County Library, Danielsville) Read aloud to a therapy dog. 3 p.m. FREE! 706-795-5597 LECTURES & LIT: Unitarian Universalist Forum (Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens) Kate Malone of Insure GA talks about “Affordable Health Care from a Navigator’s Viewpoint.â€? 10:15 a.m. FREE! www.uuathensga.org

LECTURES & LIT: Café au Libris: The Tangible Past in Athens, GA (ACC Library, Appleton Auditorium) Editor Charlotte Marshall, along with multiple authors of the new Athens history book, The Tangible Past in Athens, Georgia, will be on hand to talk about the book and sign copies. Followed by a reception. 3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/athens PERFORMANCE: New Horizons Band Holiday Concert (State Botanical Garden of Georgia) The New Horizons Band is composed of members 50 years of age or older that have learned a musical instrument recently or have returned to their musical instruments from earlier in life. 2-3 p.m. FREE! www. uga.edu/botgarden THEATRE: Inspecting Carol (Athens Community Theater) See Thursday listing for full description Dec. 11–13, 8 p.m. & Dec. 14, 2 p.m. $8–15. www.townandgownplayers.org THEATRE: Harvey (Elbert Theatre, Elberton) See Friday listing for full description Dec. 12–13, 7:30 p.m. & Dec. 14, 2 p.m. $8–15. www. elberttheatre.org

Monday 15 ART: Opening Reception (ARTini’s Open Art Studio, Gallery & Lounge) AthensHasArt! presents “Night Rhythms,” fine art by Suzanna Antonez-Edens and Hannah S. Garrard. The evening includes a shadow puppet play by Desiree Sharpe, spoken word by Mark Bromberg and music. 6:30–8:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenshasart.com EVENTS: Reindeer Games (The World Famous) Join members of the local chapter of the Georgia Game Developers Association, Products for Robots, and recent Four Athens code class programmers. See demonstrations from Athens Game Jam competitions and try your hand at the latest card game by Products for Robots. Reindeer antlers encouraged but not required. 8:30–10 p.m. FREE! www.fourathens.com GAMES: Dirty South Trivia: Sex, Drugs and Rock and Roll (Grindhouse Killer Burgers) Team trivia contests with house cash prizes every Monday night. 8 p.m. FREE! www.grindhouseburgers.com GAMES: Team Trivia (Highwire Lounge) Dirty South Trivia night. House cash prizes and mini games. Every Monday. 8 p.m. FREE! www. highwirelounge.com GAMES: Team Trivia (Beef ‘O’ Brady’s) Win house cash and prizes! Every Monday night. 8:30 p.m. FREE! 706-850-1916 KIDSTUFF: Bedtime Stories (ACC Library) Children of all ages are invited for bedtime stories every Monday. 7 p.m. FREE! 706-6133650 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. FREE! 706-613-3650, www. athenslibrary.org KIDSTUFF: Open Chess Play for Kids and Teens (ACC Library) Teen chess players of all skill levels can play matches and learn from members of the local Chess and Community Players, who will be on hand to assist players and help build skill levels. For ages 7–18. Registration required. 4–5:30 p.m. FREE! 706-613-3650, ext. 329 LECTURES & LIT: Pearl Harbor Lecture (Oconee County Library) Topics include the causes, prepara-

tion and personalities that lived through this terrible event. 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee

Tuesday 16 CLASSES: Crochet 1 Class (Revival Yarns) Get acquainted with the tools and craft of crochet. The class is free with the purchase of materials. RSVP. 6 p.m. FREE! 706-850-1354, www.revivalyarnsathens.com CLASSES: Computer Class: Introduction to Computers (ACC Library) Register by phone or in the person at the reference desk. 10 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/athens EVENTS: Girls Night Out (The Office Lounge) Spend the evening with the world famous Chippendales. 9 p.m. $15 (adv.), $20. 706-546-0840 EVENTS: Open House (The Courtyard in Bottleworks) Suska, Revival Yarns and Olive Basket host an open house. 5–8 p.m. FREE! charleshay428@gmail.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 FILM: Bad Movie Night (Ciné Barcafé) A teen snowboarding champion and his friends spend a weekend in an isolated cabin in the woods, only to be terrorized by a pair of amoral bank robbers on the run from the law in the substandard ‘90s actioner White Fury. 8:30 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/badmovienight GAMES: Trivia (Hi-Lo Lounge) See Tuesday listing for full description 8:30 p.m. FREE! 706-850-8561 GAMES: Trivia at the Rail (The Rail Athens) Trivia hosted by Todd Kelly every Tuesday. 10:30 p.m. FREE! 706-354-7289 GAMES: Locos Trivia (Locos Grill & Pub) See Tuesday listing for full description 8 p.m. FREE! www. locosgrill.com GAMES: Entertainment Trivia (Herschel’s 34 Chicken & Ribs Kitchen) See Tuesday listing for full description 8 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/dirtysouthtrivia GAMES: Full Contact Trivia (The Savory Spoon) See Tuesday listing for full description 7 p.m. FREE! 706-367-5721 KIDSTUFF: Toddler Storytime (ACC Library) See Tuesday listing for full description 9:30–10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/athens KIDSTUFF: Make a Book Wreath (ACC Library) Make a holiday wreath out of book pages. All supplies provided. Ages 11–18. 4:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/athens KIDSTUFF: Youth Christmas Party (Lay Park) Holiday party with refreshments, activities, crafts and a visit from Santa Claus. Ages 3–10. 6 p.m. FREE! $2 photos with Santa. 706-613-3596 PERFORMANCE: Georgia Children’s Chorus (Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall) Holiday songs include “African Gloria,” “La Bonne Nouvelle,” “Ave Maria,” “Deck the Halls,” “Sleigh Ride” and more. The chorus is made up of singers ages 8–18 from across Northeast Georgia. 7 p.m. $10. 706-542-8711

Wednesday 17 ART: Tour at Two (Georgia Museum of Art) Associate curator of European art Laura Valeri leads a tour of “The Nightmare Transported into Art: Odilon Redon’s ‘St. Anthony.’” 2 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org GAMES: Bingo Bango (Highwire Lounge) See Wednesday listing for full description 8 p.m. FREE! www. highwirelounge.com

GAMES: Trivia (Copper Creek Brewing Company) See Wednesday listing for full description 9 p.m. FREE! 706-546-1102 GAMES: Movie Trivia (Little Kings Shuffle Club) Hosted by Jeremy Dyson. 9:30 p.m. www.facebook. com/lkshuffleclub GAMES: Trivia (Dickey’s Barbecue Pit) See Wednesday listing for full description 7:30 p.m. FREE! 770728-3452 GAMES: Dirty South Trivia (Choo Choo Japanese Korean Grill Express) See Wednesday listing for full description 7:30 p.m. FREE! www.choochoorestaurants.com GAMES: Entertainment Trivia (Mellow Mushroom) See Wednesday listing for full description 8 p.m. FREE! 706-613-0892 KIDSTUFF: Toddler Storytime (ACC Library) See Tuesday listing for full description 9:30–10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/athens KIDSTUFF: Preschool & Toddler Storytime (Madison County Library, Danielsville) Includes stories, finger-puppet plays, songs and crafts for literacy-based fun. For ages 5 & under. Every Wednesday. 10:30 a.m. FREE! 706-795-5597 KIDSTUFF: Film & Fondue (Oconee County Library) Watch a film adaptation of Gayle Forman’s best-selling novel, If I Stay, while enjoying sweet and salty fondue favorites. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee KIDSTUFF: Santa’s Workshop (East Athens Community Center) Activities include bounce houses, bingo, crafts, face painting and more. Grades K–5. 5–6:30 p.m. $1-2. 706-613-3593, www.athensclarkecounty.com/holidayevents MEETINGS: Tech Happy Hour (Highwire Lounge) See Wednesday listing for full description 6 p.m. FREE! www.fourathens.com/happyhour

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LIVE MUSIC Tuesday 9 Caledonia Lounge 9:30 p.m. $5 (21+), $7 (18-20). www. caledonialounge.com NEW WIVES Charming Athens indie rockers inspired by groups like Modest Mouse and Cursive. SHARKWEEK Soulful rock group from Chattanooga, TN. ART CONTEST Math-rock band from South Carolina.

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Flicker Theatre & Bar 11 p.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreandbar.com FLICKEROKE Come sing your heart out with your host Jason. Singing ability not required. Go Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-5609 SLUG CHRIST Atlanta-based hip hop artist. HOUDINNE Atlanta-based experimental hip hop outfit. HAIRY CONFUCIUS Lo-fi rap project from Atlanta. DJ CUBB Jacob Deel (Muuy Biien, Cottonmouth) spins hip hop, soul and funk. Green Room 9 p.m. www.greenroomathens.com JP5 New Nashville-based group led by songwriter and former Athenian Joseph Plunket. JINGLE BALLS An assortment of Athens miscreants playing your favorite holiday songs by The Ramones, The Kinks, The Pretenders and more. k continued on next page

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FLIGHT MODE USA Kenny Aguar and Leslie Grove lead a trip down new-wave memory lane, with faithful homages to the dark, minimal pioneers of punk and synth-pop.

Boar’s Head Lounge 10 p.m. 706-369-3040 LEAVING COUNTRIES Louis Phillip Pelot and company play a “mindboggling wall of organic sound with upbeat, travel-driven lyrics.” The band is celebrating 90-plus weeks of Thursday shows.

Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 8 p.m. FREE! www.hendershotscoffee. com KENOSHA KID Centered around the instru-improv jazz compositions of guitarist Dan Nettles, Kenosha Kid also features bassist Robby Handley and drummer Marlon Patton.

Caledonia Lounge 9 p.m. $10 (21+), $12 (18–20). www. caledonialounge.com GENERATIONALS New Orleansbased indie rock band featuring songwriters Ted Joyner and Grant Widmer. LOWELL Up-and-coming Canadian pop-rocker.

Hi-Lo Lounge 10 p.m. FREE! 706-850-8561 KARAOKE WITH THE KING Sing your guts out every Wednesday! This week’s edition is Hi-Lo’s one-year anniversary party.

Diverse Universe Studio 9 p.m. 706-296-2945 KARAOKE Every Thursday!

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ALL-CITY CANNONBALLERS J.S. Dillard and company roll through high-energy classic rock and punkinspired tunes. Hendershot’s Coffee Bar Economic Justice Coalition Benefit. 8 p.m. www.hendershotscoffee.com EACH ONE REACH ONE A concert and collection for the EJC, featuring music from African Soul, Amy Neese, Bellah Sparxx, Chrismis, LG, Life the Griot, Lil Redd, Tashia Love, Versatyle Tha Wildchyld and hosted by Ricky Simone: The Hip Hop Activist. The Melting Point 7 p.m. $8 (adv.), $10 (door). www. meltingpointathens.com TRIO Three Athens-based singers— Marty Winkler, Kate Morrissey and Lisa Cesnik Ferguson—have formed a cappella ensemble to perform Christmas, Hanukkah and solstice music. Percussionist Tony Oscar will accompany the trio.

Wednesday 10 Blue Sky 5 p.m. FREE! 706-850-3153 VINYL WEDNESDAYS Bring your own records and spin them at the bar!

New Earth Athens 7 p.m. FREE! www.newearthmusichall. com OPEN MIC Caroline Aiken hosts this open mic. Contact carolineaiken@ gmail.com to sign up. Nowhere Bar 10 p.m. FREE! 706-546-4742 THE JAUNTEE Jam-funk band from Allston, MA.

Flicker Theatre & Bar 9 p.m. www.flickertheatreandbar.com HAND SAND HANDS Experimental, highly psychedelic electronic sounds from Jonathan Miller. Album release show! WOODFANGS Loud, psychedelic, guitar-driven rock. DEEP STATE Members of Little Gold and Brothers play driving, punky, melodic guitar-rock. KUSA87 Local experimental band creating visual soundscapes through tapes, pedals, vinyl and more.

music at this monthly happening. Bring your axe and join us, or grab a brew and a table and give an ear. The Melting Point 8 p.m. $10 (adv.), $13 (door). meltingpointathens.com DAN BERN Americana singer-songwriter best known for his soundtrack work for various movies. Normaltown Hall 8:30 p.m. www.facebook.com/ NormaltownHall THAYER SARRANO Local songwriter playing hazy, desolate, Southerninspired rock tunes. ANDREW BRYANT Member of Mississippi indie rock group Water Liars goes solo. See Calendar Pick on p. 24. SUSTO Charleston, SC-based altcountry band. Nowhere Bar 8 p.m. 706-546-4742 WILLIE AND THE GIANT Nashville, TN-based Americana/rock outfit. The Office Lounge 8 p.m. 706-546-0840 REV. CONNER MACK TRIBBLE Newly relocated back to his old stomping grounds of Athens, Tribble is a Georgia rock and roll fixture. He hosts an “all-star jam” every Thursday.

DANNY THE LOOPER Athens-based one-man band. STORY OF A LIFE Instrumental funkprog group from Atlanta. 40 Watt Club 8 p.m. $5. www.40watt.com TARNATION Local band with a chunky sound and catchy, emotive vocals. HOOKER Local five-piece rock band. THE BREAD BROTHERS Garage-y local “funkabilly” band. Georgia Tavern 8 p.m. (karaoke), 11 p.m. (dance party). 770-307-6506 KARAOKE Sing your heart out to the classics with Cowboy Rick. Followed by a dance party with DJ Nick. Georgia Theatre Conquer SADS Benefit. 8 p.m. $15. www.georgiatheatre.com BLOODKIN AND FRIENDS The Athens quartet plays a bluesy style of roots-rock with big guitars and sharply written lyrics for darkly countrified bar-room rock. This is the annual holiday benefit show featuring special guests, including Col. Bruce Hampton and Johnny Knapp. See Calendar Pick on p. 24. Go Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-5609 DJ BLOWPOP Joe Kubler (Bubbly Mommy Gun) spins a set of tunes.

Green Room Nicolestice. 9 p.m. $5. www.greenroomathens.com SHEHEHE Local band that draws from old-school punk and arena rock to create a fist-pumping atmosphere. KOFFIN KATS Punk/psychobilly group from Detroit, MI. MANGER Speed thrash metal “with a dash of Satan.” The band harks back to the days of NWOBHM: ripping solos and screeching vocals.

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The Melting Point 8 p.m. $7 (adv.), $10 (door). www. meltingpointathens.com VAN MORRISON TRIBUTE An all-star cast of local musicians pay tribute to the music of legendary songwriter Van Morrison. New Earth Athens 9 p.m. $5. www.newearthmusichall. com THE FRESHTONES Athens-based “improg” act. PARTIAL CINEMA This local group takes influences from funk, indie, dance and classical music to inspire fits of dancing, vibing and grooving. Nowhere Bar 10 p.m. FREE! 706-546-4742 TIMI CONLEY AND FRIENDS Frontman of Athens band Fuzzy Sprouts resurrects the genre-defying music of that group with a set of Sprouts material and more, featuring Michael Crane on drums, Kevin Sims on bass and Adriana Thomas on vocals.

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Caledonia Lounge 9 p.m. $5 (21+), $7 (18-20). www. caledonialounge.com BROTHERS Local band plays swirling, folky tunes that are rich with strings, twisted overdubs and haunting vocals. WHAT MOON THINGS Indie rock band from New Paltz, NY influenced by groups like Modest Mouse and The Cure. GRAND VAPIDS This local alt-folk band has a dense, dreamy, slowcore-inspired sound. PINEGROVE Melodic, New Jerseybased indie rock band.

Go Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-5609 CABBAGE LOOPER “Old school funk, soul and jazz meet today’s fun hip-hop.” SLEEPY COMPANY New experimental project from musician Chase Merritt. HANNAH AND HER SISTERS Local experimental husband/wife duo inspired by Jean-Luc Godard manipulate noise to create dissonant soundscapes.

Living Room Show 7:30 p.m. $20. www.undertowtickets. com EEF BARZELAY The former Clem Snide frontman plays a rich and resonant brand of alternative pop.

The Office Lounge 6 p.m. 706-546-0840 REV. CONNER MACK TRIBBLE Tribble is a Georgia rock and roll fixture. 9 p.m. 706-546-0840 WILD CARD Local country/Southern rock trio.

Boar’s Head Lounge 10 p.m. FREE! 706-369-3040 SINGER-SONGWRITER SHOWCASE Rock out every Wednesday at this open mic. Contact louisphillippelot@yahoo.com for booking.

Flicker Theatre & Bar 9 p.m. www.flickertheatreandbar.com SWAMP Melodic and wiry local indie rock band. WET BRAIN Surf-punk group from Baltimore, MD.

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Bar South 10 p.m. FREE! 706-850-1329 FUNKASAURUS WREX Local psychedelic funk group, formerly known as Weaver D’s Funk Revival. Bishop Park Athens Farmers Market. 10 a.m. FREE! www.athensfarmersmarket.net CAROLINE AIKEN One of Athens’ most talented and respected performing songwriters. Her bluesy voice and masterful technique guarantee a hypnotic performance.

Atlas Road Crew plays Green Room on Saturday, Dec. 13. The Office Lounge 9 p.m. FREE! 706-549-0840 KARAOKE With your host Lynn, the Queen of Karaoke! 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. Terrapin Beer Co. 5:30 p.m. FREE! www.terrapinbeer.com JIM COOK Wailing slide guitar, gritty vocals and swamp stomp with this local bluesman.

Thursday 11 Barbeque Shack 7 p.m. FREE! 706-613-6752 OPEN BLUEGRASS JAM Bring your banjo, guitar, etc. All pickers welcome! Every Thursday!

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Go Bar 8 p.m. 706-546-5609 JULIE ODELL Singer-songwriter from Ruston, LA. EMILEIGH IRELAND Member of local indie-pop group Helen Scott plays a solo set. 10 p.m. 706-546-5609 KARAOKE Hosted by John “Dr. Fred” Bowers and featuring a large assortment of pop, rock, indie and more. Green Room 9 p.m. www.greenroomathens.com ADAM KLEIN AND THE WILD FIRES Local songwriter playing a rustic blend of country and folk. CAROLINE SPENCE Singer born and raised in Charlottesville, VA and currently residing in Nashville, TN. Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 8 p.m. FREE! www.hendershotscoffee. com JAZZ JAM Some of our town’s most talented jazz musicians have been getting together to make America’s

Walker’s Coffee & Pub 9 p.m. FREE! 706-543-1433 KARAOKE Every Thursday!

Friday 12 Barcode 11 p.m. FREE! 706-613-5557 SUPASTAR DJ LP Seasoned party rocker infuses today’s hottest jams with the classics you grew up on. Caledonia Lounge 9:30 p.m. $5 (21+), $7 (18-20). www. caledonialounge.com FLOATING ACTION North Carolinabased band blends multiple styles, including indie rock, folk and dub. DEGA New project led by Ponderosa’s Kalen Nash. WHITE VIOLET Local group playing haunting, brooding, indie-pop. Flicker Theatre & Bar 9 p.m. www.flickertheatreandbar.com KRILLADON Local three-piece rock band.

Green Room Noise 4 Toys. 10:30 p.m. www.greenroomathens.com ANDY BRUH Local DJ Andy Herrington spins and mixes dubstep, EDM and bass music. BOOTZ & KATZ Livetronica project from the heartbeat of Georgia. Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 8 p.m. $7 (single), $10 (couple). www. hendershotscoffee.com CAROLINE AIKEN One of Athens’ most talented and respected performing songwriters. Her bluesy voice and masterful technique guarantee a hypnotic performance. AARON RICHARDS Young, emotive acoustic singer-songwriter. Little Kings Shuffle Club 10 p.m. $3. www.facebook.com/ lkshuffleclub SMALL BEIGE GIRL Local punk rock band. NICE MACHINE Local surf-punk band.

Caledonia Lounge 9:30 p.m. $5 (21+), $7 (18-20). www. caledonialounge.com THE RODNEY KINGS Scuzzed-out local garage-punk trio. 100 WATT HORSE Kindhearted Atlanta folk act. SAD DADS This sort-of supergroup of unaccomplished townies shares sad and goofy DIY songs influenced by Pavement and Captain Beefheart. THE LONELINESS MONK Dramatic indie rock outfit from Tennessee. 40 Watt Club 10 p.m. $3. www.40watt.com YULE DANCE PARTY Host Tom Visions presents a night of DJ dance tunes spun by Andrew Rieger, Laura Carter, DJ Jerkface, Phelan LaVelle, Yung Yang and Alec Livaditis. Georgia Tavern 9 p.m. $8. 770-307-6506 ROADHOUSE ATLANTA The classic rock and outlaw group is known for playing at bike rallys throughout the South. Go Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-5609 DJ MAHOGANY Popular local DJ spins freaky funk, sultry soul,

righteous R&B and a whole lotta unexpected faves. Green Room 9 p.m. www.greenroomathens.com ATLAS ROAD CREW Columbia, SC-based, classic rock-inspired band. CHARLIE GARRETT BAND Local country-tinged Southern rock group, emphasizing a strong, danceable back-beat. Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 8 p.m. www.hendershotscoffee.com JONATHAN BYRD Lauded North Carolina-based songwriter who brings together the Texas songwriting tradition with Southern storytelling and hot guitar-picking in the line of North Carolina greats Doc Watson and Tony Rice. See Calendar Pick on p. 24.

and arrive before 11 p.m. to audition for the 2015 Athens Hip Hop Awards. New Earth Athens 9 p.m. $10. www.newearthmusichall. com SAME AS IT EVER WAS Talking Heads tribute band. Nowhere Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-4742 THOSE CATS Seven-piece soul and funk powerhouse from Statesboro. The Office Lounge 6 p.m. 706-546-0840 STRUNG OUT LIKE THE LIGHTS AT CHRISTMASTIME Musician Dodd Ferrelle’s annual Empty Stocking Fund benefit returns, featuring Deja Vu (6 p.m.), Jim White (6:30 p.m.), 90 Acre Farm (7 p.m.), Klezmer Local 42 (7:30 p.m.), Betsy Franck (8 p.m.),

CHIEF SCOUT Bracing local psychrock band led by songwriter Trey Rosenkampff. GUNTHER DOUG Three-piece garage-punk band from Nashville. The Melting Point 6 p.m. $8 (adv.), $10 (door). www. meltingpointathens.com THE SEGAR JAZZ AFFAIR WXAG radio DJ Dwain Segar curates a night of smooth jazz, featuring music from Dee Lucas and poetry by Hazel Roach and Cedric Barnett.

Monday 15 Go Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-5609 WOVEN IN “Dark surf shoegaze� project from Atlanta. HELEN SCOTT This band plays folky, psychedelic, slightly off-kilter pop.

Wednesday 17 Blue Sky 5 p.m. FREE! 706-850-3153 VINYL WEDNESDAYS Bring your own records and spin them!

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Hi-Lo Lounge Brunch with Mahogany. 11 a.m. FREE! www.hiloathens.com DJ MAHOGANY Popular local DJ spins freaky funk, sultry soul, righteous R&B and a whole lotta faves. 9 p.m. www.hiloathens.com CONCORD AMERICA Slightly outof-control Atlanta-based band that touches on punk and garage.

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Hand Sand Hands plays Flicker Theatre & Bar on Thursday, Dec. 11.

Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 11 a.m. www.hendershotscoffee.com TRIO Three Athens-based singers— Marty Winkler, Kate Morrissey and Lisa Cesnik Ferguson—have formed a cappella ensemble to perform Christmas, Hanukkah and solstice music. Percussionist Tony Oscar will accompany the trio.

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New Earth Athens 7 p.m. FREE! www.newearthmusichall. com OPEN MIC Caroline Aiken hosts this open mic. Contact carolineaiken@ gmail.com to sign up.

Hi-Lo Lounge 9 p.m. www.hiloathens.com OLD SMOKEY Local folk-rock band fronted by songwriter Jim Willingham that explores songs and instrumentals with an interweaving sonic palette that includes banjo, cello, violin, lap steel and percussion. SCOTT SPILLANE Local musician known for his various E6 contributions (Neutral Milk Hotel, Gerbils and more) performs a solo set.

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Flicker Theatre & Bar 6 p.m. www.flickertheatreandbar.com SWING STREET DANCE BAND Playing a mix of swing and salsa tunes.

Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 8 p.m. www.hendershotscoffee.com WORD MUSIC NIGHT Poetry, stories, sketches and music. Hosted by David Oates.

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Tuesday 16 Flicker Theatre & Bar 11 p.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreandbar.com FLICKEROKE Come sing your heart out with your host Jason. Singing ability not required.

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.

Down the Line 12/18 LEAVING COUNTRIES (Boar’s Head Lounge) 12/18 KARAOKE (Go Bar) 12/18 PERIOD SIX (Hendershot’s Coffee Bar) 12/19 CARLA LEFEVER AND THE RAYS / THUNDERCHIEF / FISTFUL OF STEEL (Caledonia Lounge) 12/19 DAVE MARR / JASON NESMITH (Flicker Theatre & Bar) 12/19 COLE TAYLOR (40 Watt Club) 12/19 KELLY AND TY’S ONE-YEAR WEDDING ANNIVERSARY BLOWOUT (Georgia Theatre) 12/19 ATHENS A-TRAIN BAND (The Melting Point) 12/19 REV. CONNER MACK TRIBBLE (The Office Lounge) 12/19 ASHLEY RAINES AND THE NEW WEST REVUE (Terrapin Beer Co.)

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ART 40th Annual Juried Exhibition (Lyndon House Arts Center) Drop off entry forms and up to three works on Jan. 27, 12:30– 8:30 p.m. or Jan. 28, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Opening reception on Mar. 5. $25 submission fee. www.athensclarke county.com/lyndonhouse Art Classes (Lyndon House Arts Center) Now registering for winter classes including intro to drawing with Mark Helwig, stained glass with Marianne Parr and painting with Charles Warnock. Classes begin in January. www.athensclarkecounty. com/lyndonhouse Call for Artists (OCAF, Watkinsville) Seeking submissions for the 20th annual Southworks National Juried Art Exhibition, held Apr. 10–May 8. Visit website for application. Deadline Feb. 13. $25-35. www.ocaf.com Call for Entries: “Reciprocal: OCAF Members at UNG� (University of North Georgia) The exhibit is a

collaboration between the University of North Georgia and OCAF. Entries should be two-dimensional and no larger than 48� x 48�. OCAF members only. Deadline is Jan. 12 at 12 p.m. Exhibit runs Mar. 5–April 2. www.ung.edu/art-galleries/ contribute Deck the Walls (Lyndon House Arts Center) A special exhibition features art available for sale by 70 area artists, authors, crafters and musicians. Tuesdays–Saturdays through Jan. 5, 12–5 p.m. www.athens clarkecounty.com/lyndonhouse The Art of Eating Ethically (Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens) The UUFA Ethical Eating Discussion Group is seeking artwork for an exhibit called “The Art of Eating Ethically.� Deadline to apply Jan. 15. Show April-May. 706-5467671, raya_mead@yahoo.com

AUDITIONS The Mousetrap Auditions (Elbert Theatre, Elberton) Encore Productions seeks five adult men

and three adult women for its first show of the 2015 season, The Mousetrap, a classic murder mystery. Auditions are on Dec. 15–16, 6–8 p.m., and rehearsals begin in January. Weekend performances run Feb. 27–Mar. 8. tking@cityof elberton.net

CLASSES Acrobatics & More (Acropolis) The studio offers acro yoga, family acrobatics, hand balancing, flexibility and conditioning. Visit website for weekly schedule. $35–45 (monthly membership), $5–10 (drop-in). 706-530-1359, www.acroathens.com Bikram Hot Yoga (Bikram Yoga Athens) Classes in hot yoga are offered seven days a week. Beginners welcome. Student discounts available. 706-353-9642, www.bikramathens.com Clay Classes (Good Dirt) Good Dirt has moved to a new location at 485 Macon Hwy. Weekly “Try Clay� classes ($20/person) introduce

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AthensHasArt! presents “Night Rhythms,� paintings by Suzanna Antonez-Edens (pictured) and Hannah S. Garrard, at Artini’s Art Lounge through December. A reception with the artists will be held Monday, Dec. 15 from 6:30–8:30 p.m.

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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. 706355-3161, www.gooddirt.net Community Yoga Class (Athens Five Points Yoga Studio) (1260 S. Milledge Ave, E1) This flow yoga class will be taught by graduates of the Five Points Yoga teacher training program. Proceeds benefit the Athens Area Homeless Shleter. Saturdays through December, 4 p.m. $7. www.athensfivepointsyoga.com December Yoga Series (Leathers Building) A year end series with instructor Sarah Dunning. Dec. 11 & 18, 9:15 a.m. $12 drop in. happydunning@gmail.com Digital Media Center: Oneon-One Computer Tutorial (ACC Library) The new Digital Media Center is now open! Get individual instruction for graphics, audio or

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video editing projects or learn to convert albums and cassettes to DVDs and CDs. www.athenslibrary. org/athens Judo Classes (AKF Athens Martial Arts) Traditional Kudokan Judo classes for adults focus on selfdevelopment and technique over competition. Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. www.akfathens.com Karate and Yoga (Rubber Soul Yoga) Practice Yoshukai karate along with meditation in a low-stress environment. Class involves 45 minutes of yoga as a warm-up, followed by 45 minutes of karate. Wednesdays, 8:45–10:30 p.m. Donations encouraged. www.athensy.com Printmaking Workshops (Double Dutch Press) “Stampmaking: Two Color Stamps.� Dec. 10, 6–8:30 p.m. or Feb. 21, 2–5 p.m. $40. “Tea Towels! One Color Screenprinting.� Dec. 13,

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2–6 p.m. or Feb. 4, 6–7 p.m. $50. “Multicolor Reductive Woodcut: Three Parts.� Jan. 10, 2–4 p.m. Jan. 17 & Jan. 24, 2–5 p.m. $85. “Multicolor Screenprint: Two Parts.� Jan. 14, 6–7:30 p.m. & Jan. 21, 6–8 p.m. $65. www.doubledutchpress. com Quilting (Sewcial Studio) Quilting classes for beginner to advanced students cover both traditional and modern projects. 706-247-6143, www.sewcialstudio.com Salsa Dance Classes (Little Kings Shuffle Club) Cubanstyle salsa dance classes with SALSAthens. No partner necessary. Beginners welcome. Every Wednesday, 6:30-7:30 p.m. (intermediate), 7:30-8:30 p.m. (beginners). $10 (incl. drink). www.facebook.com/salsaathens Success Summit (The Classic Center) The summit is an all-day event for businesses of all sizes and

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stages of development. It includes educational breakout sessions, resources, experienced speakers and networking opportunities. Early registration through Dec. 17. Summit on Apr. 29. $89. www.smallbiz athens.com The Art of Happiness (State Botanical Garden of Georgia) This series of classes covers topics with regards to defining what happiness is to you, exploring joyful contentment through your beliefs, creativity and emotion, and exploring the basic principles of what makes happy people happy. Saturdays, Feb. 7–28, 9 a.m.–12 p.m. $140. www.uga.edu/botgarden Traditional Karate Training (Athens Yoshukai Karate) Learn traditional Okinawan hard style karate in a positive atmosphere. Accepting new students. See website for schedule. www.athensy.com Viniyoga (Urban Santosha) This new Boulevard yoga studio teaches classes in the Viniyoga tradition, known for its adaptation of traditional yoga poses to fit the needs of each individual. $75/six classes. 706-540-9986, www.urbansantosha. com Winter Dance Class Registration (East Athens Educational Dance Center) Now registering in classes for beginners through advanced students of all ages. Classes include ballet, modern dance, tap and more. www.athens clarkecounty.com/dance Yoga Classes (Chase Street Yoga) This studio teaches different types of yoga like gentle yoga, yin yoga and power heated Vinyasa. 706-3169000, www.chasestreetyoga.com Yoga Teacher Training (Yogaful Day) Bill Cottrell of Yogaful Day offers a Yoga Alliance approved RYT200 Yoga Teacher Training program. Jan. 10–May 9. $1650. www.yogafulday.com Yoga Teacher Training (Athens Five Points Yoga Studio) This 200-hour, Yoga Allianceaccredited teacher training program is grounded in self-study. The yearlong program begins in January. shannon@5pointsyoga.com Zumba in the Garden (State Botanical Garden of Georgia) A dynamic fitness program infused with Latin rhythms. Every Wednesday, 5:30–6:30 p.m. $70/10 classes. www.botgarden.uga.edu

HELP OUT Coats for Kids (150 Crange Dr.) Musician’s Warehouse is collecting coats of all sizes for kids. They offer a gift certificate for every coat donated to their store. www.music ianswarehouseathens.com Disabled American Veterans Network (Athens, GA) Seeking volunteers to drive VA furnished vehicles to transport vets living with disabilities to local clinics and Augusta hospitals. Weekdays, 8 a.m.–5 p.m., once or twice a month. Call Roger, 706-202-0587 EJC Holiday Assistance Program (ACC Library) The Economic Justice Coalition is collecting unopened toys, Athens Transit bus passes, gift certificates and cash donations for low-income families. Reception food donated by Dawg Gone Good BBQ. Donation pick-ups can be arranged. rickyrob @uga.edu HandsOn Northeast Georgia (Athens, GA) HandsOn NEGA is a project of Community Connection of Northeast Georgia that assists volunteers in finding flexible service opportunities at various organizations. Over 130 local agencies seek

help with ongoing projects and special short-term events. Visit the website for a calendar and to register. www.handsonnortheastgeorgia.com Salvation Army (Multiple Locations) Seeking volunteers to ring the bell at kettles collecting donations at 22 retail locations in Clarke, Oconee, Madison and Oglethorpe counties from 10 a.m.–8 p.m., Mondays–Fridays through Dec. 24. 706-543-5350 White Buffalo’s Christmas for Children (Buffalo’s Café) Help bring Christmas to local children in need. Select a “White Buffalo” tag from the Christmas Tree in the atrium and return the gift under the tree by Dec. 22. 706354-6655, www.facebook.com/ buffaloscafeathens

KIDSTUFF Annual Puppet Show Week (ACC Library) The childrens’ staff presents “Trouble with Trolls,” adapted from a picture book by Jan Brett. Dec. 10, 9:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. Dec. 11–12, 10:30 a.m. & 4:30 p.m. www.athenslibrary.org/athens Art Classes (Lyndon House Arts Center) Now registering for classes like “Art TIme for 4–6 Year Olds,” “Teen Cartoon Illustrator’s Club,” “Clay: This Way and That Way” and “Experimental Watercolor.” Classes begin in January. www.athensclarke county.com/lyndonhouse Athens Area Black History Bowl (The H. T. Edwards Complex) Students in grades 5–12 can compete by displaying knowledge in various categories. $50 registration fee. Deadline Dec. 12. Competition on Mar. 21. aabhbowl@gmail.com Beginning ACTing Workshop (Athens Creative Theatre (ACT)) Students will use simple monologues, skits and improvisation to explore the benefits of drama. For ages 8–12. Thursdays, Jan. 15–Feb. 19, 4:30–5:30 p.m. $40–83. 706613-3628, www.athensclarkecounty. com/act Cheerleading Registration (Bishop Park) Practices begin Jan. 18 and will take place on Mondays. Ages 5–12. 706-613-3589, www. athensclarkecounty.com/sports Craft Classes (Treehouse Kid and Craft) “Art School” for ages 2–4 (Wednesdays, 11:15 a.m.), ages 3–5 (Wednesdays, 4 p.m.) and ages 6–9 (Thursdays, 4 p.m.) incorporates artists, art history and art techniques into each class. “Baby Sensory Craft” for ages 6–24 months (Wednesdays, 10 a.m. & Saturdays, 11 a.m.), “We Craft” for ages 2–4 (Saturdays, 10 a.m.), “Family Crafterdays” for ages 5–10 (Saturdays, 12 p.m.). Drop-in sessions are $10/class. “Modern & Contemporary Art” for ages 9–14 (Fridays through Dec. 19, 4 p.m. $17). www.treehousekidandcraft.com Give Wildlife a Chance Poster Contest (State Botanical Garden of Georgia) The SBG and the Nongame Conservation Section of the Georgia Department of Natural Resources present an art contest. Students in K-5th grade can submit artwork portraying Georgia nongame wildlife and plants. Entries due Apr. 3. Call for rules and guidelines. 706-542-6156 Running with Rudolph Holiday Mini Camp (Rocksprings Community Center) Camp activities include holiday games, trivia, crafts and more. For ages 6–13. Register by Dec. 16. Camp is held Dec. 22–23, 26, 29–31, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. $25. 706613-3602, www.athensclarkecounty. com/camps

Youth Basketball Registration (Multiple Locations) Now registering at Bishop Park, East Athens Community Center, Lay Park and Athens Clarke County Tennis Center. Practices begin Jan. 6 and are held Mondays–Thursdays. Ages 6–13. 706-613-3589, www.athensclarke county.com/sports

SUPPORT Alanon 12 Step (Little White House) For family and friends of alcoholics and addicts. Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m. www.ga-al-anon.org 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.org Emotions Anonymous (Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens) A 12-step program open to anyone with a desire to become well emotionally. Meets Sundays, 4–5 p.m. 706-202-7463, www.emotions anonymous.org

Project Safe (Athens, GA) Project Safe works to end domestic violence. 24-hour crisis hotline: 706-543-3331. Teen texting line: 706-765-8019. Business: 706-5490922. www.project-safe.org Reiki (ARMC Loran Smith Center for Cancer Support) Experience the healing energy of Reiki, an ancient form of healing touch used for stress reduction and relaxation. For cancer patients, their families and caregivers. Call for an appointment. Individual sessions held every Wednesday, 6 p.m. & 7 p.m. FREE! 706-475-4900 S-Anon (Cornerstone Church) S-Anon is a support group for family and friends of sexaholics, based on the 12 steps of AA. sunday.after noons.sanon@gmail.com, www.sanon.org

ON THE STREET Athens Christmas Bird Count Every year, volunteers across the Americas survey the birds overwintering in their areas. This

ART AROUND TOWN A. LAFERA SALON (2440 W. Broad St.) Contemporary landscapes by Keith Karnok. AMICI (233 E. Clayton St.) “Be Organic” by Brooke Davidson is a series of acrylic, abstract paintings on birch wood panels that explore repetitive layers of paint. Through December. ANTIQUES & JEWELS ART GALLERY (290 N. Milledge Ave.) Paintings by Mary Porter, Greg Benson, Dortha Jacobson and others. Art quilts by Elizabeth Barton and handmade jewelry by various artists. ART ON THE SIDE GALLERY AND GIFTS (17 N. Main St., Watkinsville) A gallery featuring works by various artists in media including ceramics, paintings and fused glass. ARTINI’S ART LOUNGE (296 W. Broad St.) AthensHasArt! presents “Night Rhythms,” art by Suzanna Antonez-Edens and Hannah S. Garrard. Reception Dec. 15. Currently on view through January. ATHENS ACADEMY (1281 Spartan Lane) In the Bertelsmann Gallery, works by students attending North Oconee High School. Through Dec. 12. • In the Bertelsmann cases, pottery bowls by John Caltinan. Through Dec. 12. • Sculptures by Duane Paxson. Through Jan. 23. ATHENS-CLARKE COUNTY LIBRARY (2025 Baxter St.) “Seldom Seen: American Art Pottery: The Collection of Bill and Dorothy Paul” includes pieces by 100 potters made between the 1920s and 1940s. Through Jan. 18. ATHENS INSTITUTE FOR CONTEMPORARY ART (ATHICA) (160 Tracy St.) “Athens Arcana: A Contemporary Tarot” features a full tarot deck in which each card was designed by a different regional artist. See each card’s artwork in its original format. Through Dec. 21. BENDZUNAS GLASS (89 W. South Ave., Comer) The family-run studio has been creating fine art glass for almost 40 years. CINÉ BARCAFE (234 W. Hancock Ave.) “Baffle Medusa” by Jeff T. Owens represents an experimental foray into contemporary manufacturing technologies, relying on a computer-controlled router to translate digital drawings of cartoon, sci-fi, glam rock and arcade imagery into large-scale objects. CIRCLE GALLERY (285 S. Jackson St.) “The Natural Communities of Georgia.” Through Dec. 12. THE CLASSIC CENTER (300 N. Thomas St.) “Nature Revealed” includes works by Barbara Patisal, Janelle Young, Katherine Dunlap, Georgia Rhodes and Charles Warnok. • “Then and Now: Celebrating 40 Years of the Lyndon House Arts Center” includes works by Munroe d’Antignac, John d’Azzo, Terri Jarrette, Leah Mantini and Erik Patten. ELLISON, WALTON & BYRNE (2142 W. Broad St.) Paintings by Broderick Flanigan and works by students attending Clarke Central High School. Through December. 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 Phil Goulding, Larry Hamilton, Chris Hubbard, Michael Pierce and more. • “Farmington Skies” features landscape paintings by John Cleaveland. FLANIGAN’S PORTRAIT STUDIO (585 Vine St., Suite 4) The new exhibit space presents “Drecossos’ Abstract Collection,” works by Andre “Dreccosso” Cox. Through Dec. 15. FLICKER THEATRE & BAR (263 W. Washington St.) Mixed media by Eric Simmons. Through December. GALLERY@HOTEL INDIGO (500 College Ave.) “Equations” is a collection of works inspired by mathematics, mapping and statistics by Craig Dongoski, Molly Rose Freeman, Moon Jung Jang, Kelly Kristin Jones, Elizabeth Kleen, Eric Mack, Rusty Wallace, Andy Moon Wilson and Cal Clements. Through December. GEORGIA MUSEUM OF ART (90 Carlton St.) “Boxers and Backbeats: Tomata du Plenty and the West Coast Punk Scene.” Through Jan. 4. • Athens Celebrates Elephant 6 presents “The…of E6.” Through Jan. 4. • “The Nightmare Transported into Art: Odilon Redon’s ‘St. Anthony.’” Through Jan. 25. • “Emilio Pucci in America.” Through Feb. 1. • “Not Ready to Make Nice: Guerrilla Girls in the Artworld and Beyond.” Through

information is compiled and used by scientists for bird conservation efforts. Athens will participate on Dec. 20. www.oconeeriversaudubon. org Bring One for the Chipper: Christmas Tree Recycling (Multiple Locations) Keep AthensClarke County Beautiful (KACCB) encourages citizens to recycle their undecorated trees and wreaths on Jan. 3, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Participants will receive a free tree seeding and/or flower and vegetable seed packets. Drop-off locations include Cofer’s Home and Garden Showplace, Sandy Creek Nature Center, Chase Street Elementary School, Clarke Middle School, Georgia Square Mall, Winterville Public Works Recycling Center and the Lexington Road Tag Office. 706613-3501, accbintern@gmail.com CCCF Scholarships (The Classic Center) The Classic Center Cultural Foundation is currently accepting applications from high school students for its performing arts and culinary arts scholarship programs. Visit website for application and

audition information. 706-357-4417, www.classiccenter.com Deck the Hollow (Memorial Park) (Bear Hollow Zoo) Celebrate the season with a self-guided walk through the holiday lights in the zoo. Activities include live music, animal encounters and photo opportunities in the illuminated zoo. Dec. 11–14 & Dec. 18–21, 5:30–7:30 p.m. $3. 706-613-3580, www.athensclarke county.com/holidayevents Fund the Film Lab (Film Athens Film Lab) Film Athens is raising funds to purchase software and equipment for the Film Lab housed inside the Athens Community Career Academy. Visit website for info on how to donate. www.support.film athens.net 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 water stewardship. Finalists’ films will be screened at the Blue Carpet Premiere in May. Visit website for official rules and entry form. Deadline Jan. 30. www.rippleeffectfilmproject.org f

Mar. 1. • “A Year on the Hill: Work by Jim Fiscus and Chris Bilheimer.” Dec. 13–Mar. 8. • In the sculpture garden, “Terra Verte,” created by Scottish artist Patricia Leighton, consists of six cubes full of living vegetation. Through May. • “Stone Levity” is a sculpture by Del Geist installed in the Performing and Visual Arts Complex quad. Through May. GLASSCUBE@INDIGO (500 College Ave.) Athens Celebrates Elephant 6 presents “n [] c t u r n e,” a site-specific installation by Dana Jo Cooley. Through December. GRIT (199 Prince Ave.) Artwork by Lawson Grice. Through Jan. 4. HEIRLOOM CAFE AND FRESH MARKET (815 N. Chase St.) Artwork by printmaker Kristine Leschper. Through December. HENDERSHOT’S COFFEE BAR (237 Prince Ave.) Mixed media art by Cap Man. Through December. JITTERY JOE’S DOWNTOWN (297 E. Broad St.) Portrait manipulations by Chris Romano. Through January. LAMAR DODD SCHOOL OF ART (270 River Rd.) “BFA Exit 2” showcases the works of students in the areas of Art X, ceramics, textile design, sculpture, scientific illustration and graphic design. Closing reception Dec. 11. LYNDON HOUSE ARTS CENTER (293 Hoyt St.) “Full House 2014” is a biennial invitation exhibit open to the 18 guilds and art groups that call the Lyndon House home. Through Jan. 18. • The “Period Decorative Arts Collection (1840–1890) & Athens History Museum” inside the historic Ware-Lyndon House now features a new bedroom exhibit full of decorative pieces. MADISON COUNTY LIBRARY (1315 Georgia 98, Danielsville) Artwork by students attending Madison County Middle School. Through December. • Helen Beatenbough shares her collection of Christmas tree pins and brooches. Through December. MADISON MORGAN CULTURAL CENTER (434 S. Main St., Madison) “Farm” is an exhibition celebrating the agrarian lifestyle of the rural South through works by Keith Bennett, Angelia Bellebuono, Shannon Candler, Chris Cook and more. Through Jan. 4. MAMA BIRD’S GRANOLA (909 E. Broad St.) Artwork by Cameron Bliss Ferrelle, James Fields, Barbara Bendzunas, Kayley Head, Leah Lacy, Saint Udio and Lakeshore Pottery. REPUBLIC SALON (312 E. Broad St.) The paintings of Cody Murray explore the duality of man. RICHARD B. RUSSELL JR. SPECIAL COLLECTIONS LIBRARIES (300 S. Hull St.) “Vince Dooley: A Retrospective, 1954–1988” includes photos, play books, Jack Davis artwork and commemorative items. Through Dec. 15. • Art Rocks Athens presents “ARTifacts Rock Athens: Relics from the Athens Music Scene, 1975–1985).” Through December. • “Food, Power and Politics: The Story of School Lunch.” Through May 15. SEWCIAL STUDIO (160 Tracy St.) Hand-dyed art quilts by Anita Heady. Rust and over-dyed fabric on canvas by Bill Heady. SIPS (1390 Prince Ave.) Margaret Agner presents prints and drawings, including monotypes, mixed media, nature prints and linoleum cuts. Through December. THE SURGERY CENTER (2142 W. Broad St.) “From A to Z: Athens to Zimbabwe” includes paintings by Alice Pruitt and Linda Lemon. Through December. UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP OF ATHENS (780 Timothy Rd.) “Folk Flower Card Design,” ink and watercolor pencil artwork by Barbara Leisner. Through January. UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA PRESS (UGA Main Library, 320 S. Jackson St.) Oil paintings of Monaco and Spain by Shannon Candler. Through December. UNIVERSITY OF NORTH GEORGIA OCONEE CAMPUS (1201 Bishop Farms Pkwy., Watkinsville) A show of works by Double Dutch Press. Through Dec. 12. VIVA! ARGENTINE CUISINE (247 Prince Ave.) Artwork by Rita Rogers Marks. THE WORLD FAMOUS (351 N. Hull St.) Paintings by Lydia Hunt. Through December. • Permanent artists include RA Miller, Chris Hubbard, Travis Craig, Michelle Fontaine, Will Eskridge, Dan Smith, Greg Stone and more.

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For Sale Businesses Downtown Athens bar for sale. 3000 sq/ft. Turnkey operation. Would also make great restaurant or retail space. Serious inquiries only. $60k OBO. (706) 254-4343.

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I of gelatin in it.” When I remind them of that just don’t see one in sight, though. Christmas woman who allegedly found a part of a human party season has already started, and each finger in her Wendy’s chili, and that is how I party requires buying a gift, cooking and bringfeel about meat being hidden in my food, the ing a dish, dressing up and committing an kindest response was, “Well, a little meat never evening. I’d kind of like to skip most, if not all hurt anybody.” of them, but I don’t know how to graciously Now, one of my wife’s family has developed decline invitations from old friends who are expecting me. To top it off, two of these friends a wheat allergy, and everyone MUST bring gluten-free dishes! In the past, when I have asked have had difficult years themselves—one lost if such-and-such pie had any meat products a job (but has found another), and one broke in it such as lard in the crust, I got belittled up with a longtime partner—so I feel like it’s beyond belief. Now that this relative has develimportant for me to go to their parties to be a oped a wheat allergy, everygood friend. Is there a way one is accommodating to out of this without being a her needs, and if she asks terrible friend? if anything has any hint Ebenezer Scrooge of gluten in it, they are so kind as to tell her the truth. With the greatest posThese are the very same sible kindness, let me tell people who conspire yearly you: No one will miss you to get me to eat meat in at these parties. Really. No some form or other. one. Not because you’re I guess it is because her not wonderful and the life diet needs are a medical of the party, but because issue and mine is a lifethere will be plenty of style/spiritual belief issue. other people there. When I want to boycott my wife’s you find yourself feeling family gatherings, but guilty about not going, instead, I bring my own stop and picture last year’s food. For people who love party in your mind. Then meat so much, the items I mentally erase yourself Please send your questions to cook and prepare myself are from that picture. Does usually eaten up before all the fun grind to a halt? Is advice@flagpole.com or other preparations. What a everyone looking around flagpole.com/getadvice weird family! asking where you are? Also, my blood presProbably not. I say this sure and cholesterol are all on the low side of to help you take some of the pressure off normal. All her relatives have health issues and yourself. are on either blood-pressure medication and/or You could decide that you aren’t going to cholesterol-lowering drugs. attend any parties this year. That relieves you I Don’t Get It of the pressure of deciding which parties to cut and which to keep. Or, for instance, decide you’re going to attend two Christmas “things”—parties, dinI stumbled across a game for holiday ners, cookie swaps, whatever—and no more. decluttering. You may know there’s nothing I That forces you to think really carefully about which of these events you actually enjoy. Once love more than rules and getting rid of stuff; this game perfectly combines both. The game: you’ve met the budget, you decline everything Each day in December, check the date, then else. find that number of items in your home to If your friends really have had a difficult give or throw away. Get rid of one item on year, attending their parties is nice, but havDecember 1, two on December 2, and so on. ing dinner with them one-on-one after the So far I have sent one broken steam mop, holidays and giving them your full attention is one sweatshirt, and one set of napkin rings also nice. Maybe nicer. So, when you decline out the door. (Napkin rings! 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