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Gee, Why Are the Geezers Upset? UGA Retirees Try to Find Out About their Health Insurance By Pete McCommons editor@flagpole.com

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The Board of Regents and UGA human Well, at tax time our thoughts naturally resources people were surprised when turn to our saxophone-playing friend and a standing-room-only, overflow crowd CPA, Harold Williams, who always greeted showed up on Friday, Apr. 3 for the first of us with a smile of forgiveness, no matter two meetings held to explain changes in how late we were bringing him what we retiree health insurance plans. liked to call our “records.” Harold was like How could they be surprised that older a spider in his web, knowing that sooner people who spent their working lives at or later, we’d have to fly in and have a visit the university confident in having health with him, and, taxes aside, that was always insurance in retirement would be concerned a pleasure for both preparer and preparee. when they heard that it was slated for a Harold is not preparing taxes this year, major change? of course, since a year-and-a-half ago he This major change was decided by the tripped in his office, hit his head on his filBoard of Regents in November 2013 and ing cabinet and has been paralyzed from his kept secret until three weeks ago, when neck down ever since. He has some use of it was reported by this newspaper. The his hands now and can guide his wheelchair, University System of Georgia, under the and he has full use of the amazing Harold direction of the Board of Regents, is changWilliams wit and sunny disposition, in spite ing the method by of it all. which university Harold told me system retirees get that he has discovhealth care coverage. ered something called Currently, Blue Cross “spring” that he had Blue Shield covers never seen before, what Medicare does since he had always not, and part of the been locked up in the cost of the BCBS covoffice doing taxes durerage is paid by the ing March and April. university system. In I learned several the new plan, to take other things about effect in January 2016, Harold that I had retirees must purchase never known before— their own supplethat he played basmentary insurance ketball for Athens policies in a health High, that his games care exchange similar were covered by to but not a part of Lewis Grizzard and those maintained by Harold Williams is not a geezer or a UGA retiree. that Harold used to the Affordable Care be a pilot. Yep, while Act, and the cost of that insurance will be Harold played center, Grizzard wrote sports defrayed by a university system supplefor the old Athens Daily News, and they got ment, the amount of which is yet to be to know each other. Each would go on to determined. become a famous wit, though I don’t think Thus, the UGA retirees who showed Grizzard ever mastered the sax. up for the meetings on Friday had a lot of Harold told me that in college he took questions about coverage, costs, purchasing flying lessons, thinking that being a pilot of insurance, benefits for spouses, guidwould come in handy in traveling to music ance in the insurance market, etc., and the gigs. He never got his license, but he did university system representatives were solo, even once at night. basically answering, “Trust us, you guys. It’s He says he had a date with Nancy going to be OK.” Lawson, daughter of then-UGA men’s basA USG rep told the retirees Friday that ketball coach, Red Lawson, and he wanted Emory University has already been through to impress her. Harold says he had soloed such a changeover, and that it has worked by that point but never at night. well at that institution. Interestingly, the He dropped by Clark’s Flying Service Emory human resources website describes at the airport, pretending to get a plane a process that was in stark contrast to the to impress Nancy, but knowing that the secretive, top-down decision that the Board service was closed at night. Unexpectedly, of Regents thrust upon UGA retirees. Mr. Clark was there, and he assumed “This change is the result of more than Harold had his license and gladly rented three years of analysis and meetings with him a plane. Since it was too late to back Emory retirees, current faculty and staff, down, Harold took Nancy up for his first and various committees and councils night flight—and hers. Needless to say, including the Fringe Benefit Committee, they made it back safely; Harold says it’s Emeritus College and the University actually easier at night, because the landSenate,” Emory’s website says. marks stand out more, but Nancy never Had the University System of Georgia quite forgave him when she found out his followed a similar procedure, there would qualifications. have been no overflow crowds here trying Harold’s at home enjoying the spring, if to get into meetings hoping to find out you want to drop him a line: 130 Plantation what the hell is going on. Dr., Athens 30605. f

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Free As a Bird to Raise Backyard Chickens Plus, UGA Sells Its TV Station and Commissioners Talk Wetland Buffers By Blake Aued news@flagpole.com Well, that was easy… one might say, over-easy. The Athens-Clarke County Planning Commission sent a chicken ordinance on to the Mayor and Commission last week with, surprisingly, a minimum amount of fuss. The ordinance—based on language approved in Gainesville, FL, a few years ago—allows residents in all zoning districts to keep up to six hens in their back or side yards with no permit, provided that they’re fenced in (mobile “chicken tractors” are fine) or cooped up in a clean structure no larger than 25 square feet, with their feed kept in a rodent-proof container. (It’s recommended that each bird have at least four square feet of space.) Roosters would remain banned, and so would selling chickens or eggs. Planners provided a few add-on options after looking at several cities’ ordinances. One, staunchly opposed by pro-chicken forces, would have required chicken owners to obtain written permission from neighbors and go to the Hearings Board for a permit, but the Planning Commission did not recommend it for adoption. “We think what we have is very simple, very straightforward,” Planning Director Brad Griffin said before the board unanimously approved the ordinance. “If we have issues, we can always go back and address them.” The Mayor and Commission will discuss the ordinance at its Tuesday, Apr. 21 agenda-setting meeting, and is scheduled to vote Tuesday, May 5. Barring some sort of lastminute surge of anti-chicken sentiment (only one person has spoken out against it) the measure appears headed for easy passage. So what’s next? Hold on to your biscuits. After noticing that the Athens Banner-Herald’s Jim Thompson was holding a cup from a fast-food fried chicken establishment, Commissioner Jerry NeSmith quipped that he’s writing a biscuit ordinance. WUGA-TV: The University of Georgia’s failed experiment with running a television station is over. UGA sold WUGA-TV to a Maryland company last week for $2.5 million. At the urging of retired Grady College dean Cully Clark, the UGA Research Foundation bought the former WNEG Channel 32 in Toccoa in 2008, with the intent of continuing to operate it as a commercial station airing locally produced news and UGA sports and other events. But it hemorrhaged money, losing millions of dollars even after UGA turned it

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into a Georgia Public Broadcasting affiliate and stopped airing local news. It was shut down last year; all in all, 23 people lost their jobs. Sine Die: Tom Crawford has a more extensive recap on p. 5, but here’s an update on a few bills of local interest as the legislative session came to a close Thursday night. Craft breweries didn’t win the right to sell beer directly to the public, but Senate Bill 63, which allows them to The GOP—Grand Ol’ Poultry. charge for tours that include samples both for They are passing buffer ordinances or purchasing developon-premises consumption and to take home, did pass and ment rights in order to protect drinking water sources. “In heads to Gov. Nathan Deal for his signature. A bill mandatmy mind, whatever we can do to protect wetlands makes ing background checks and commercial insurance for Uber sense,” she said. “Nothing beats a natural wetland” to filter and Lyft drivers also passed, which will allow ACC officials and protect water resources. to move forward with a revision of our local taxi ordinance. Most of ACC’s wetlands (nearly 4,000 acres) are already State Rep. Spencer Frye’s “Flagpole Crosswalk Act” (amended to another bill) requiring drivers to stop at cross- protected under the existing ordinances; the committee’s walks when beacons are flashing (rather than when a pedes- negotiations are about protecting the remaining 400 acres or so. That could get complicated if a homeowner wants to trian is already in the road) passed overwhelmingly, with build a storage building in a proposed wetland buffer, or an Rep. Chuck Williams (R-Watkinsville) one of the few nays. industry wants to expand to an area with a wetland in the middle. The committee is looking at allowing county staffWetland Buffers: The longtime desires of local environers to approve some variances or trade-offs on the spot, mentalists (including some on the commission) to increase without time-consuming application to the Hearings Board. pond and wetland protections within the county are being “We have tried so hard to bring in industry” for the past worked out in deliberate detail by a panel that includes decade, said committee member and attorney Mike Morris. business and real-estate representatives and conservation “It’s just not good in my eyes” to add hurdles to industrial experts and is chaired by ACC Commissioner Kelly Girtz. development. But developers are usually willing to follow It has met several times to hear presentations on complex the rules, as long as they know what they are, he added. legal and technical issues: How do you define a wetland, for “When you have all these requirements, and there’s uncerexample, even when it may be dry in times of low rainfall? tainty, [industries] go away,” added committee member How do you limit disturbance of ponds or wetlands (or require undisturbed buffers around them to filter rainwater Grant Whitworth, a commercial real-estate agent. Some gaps in buffers “aren’t a big deal,” said Seth runoff) without encroaching on private property rights? Wenger of UGA’s School of Ecology at an earlier meeting; State law already requires a 25-foot undisturbed buffer around rivers, ponds and major streams; ACC increased that far worse are filling in wetlands, spraying pesticides and fertilizer nearby, burying (“piping”) streams and dumping protection a decade ago to 75 feet for rivers and streams, waste into streams or wetlands. Former ACC commissioner but not for ponds. While wetlands are protected under federal legislation, no buffers are required beyond the wetlands Carl Jordan is among those who have wanted to expand wetlands protections beyond the compromises made in themselves. Courts are wrangling with whether wetlands the original local ordinance. “Finally, there seemed to be are “waters of the state” and subject to the 25-foot buffer. enough votes on the commission to get it done,” and the Other local governments are increasingly protecting committee was appointed to hash it out, he told Flagpole. their wetlands, UGA School of Ecology’s Laurie Fowler, an [John Huie] f environmental attorney, told the committee last month.

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he alarm seemed all too familiar: A trailer park was in danger of closing, and the residents might lose their homes. At least, that’s the warning that Sister Margarita Martin got. “We were told that the people might have to move,” says Martin, who lives in the Pinewood Estates North mobile home park near the Madison County line and advocates for Athens’ working poor. “Where would they go?” The owners of Cherokee Mobile Home Park on the Eastside were scheduled to appear in Athens-Clarke County Municipal Court on Feb. 5 to explain why they hadn’t repaired a dozen failing septic systems in the neighborhood. Untreated sewage was leaking out of the ground where the soil could no longer absorb the waste, but the problem persisted for more than a year. The owners had agreed last April to complete a long list of improvements to ensure that residents’ drinking water was safe and septic systems were working. They hadn’t completed the work, and a handful of advocates like Martin worried that the government would condemn the property and force the residents to move. Instead, Municipal Court Judge Leslie Spornberger Jones sent the owners to jail for 30 days. It was a stiff penalty—a full month in the Clarke County Jail—but the judge had warned the owners that they would serve time if they failed to clean up the mess. The situation reminded Martin and others of a similar case more than a decade ago, when 100 people were forced to leave Garden Springs mobile home park when the North Avenue neighborhood was redeveloped as student apartments. Many of those people—like the residents of Cherokee Mobile Home Park—owned their trailers, but not the land underneath. Knowing that other trailer parks likely would close in the future, a group developed an ambitious plan to build a trailer park that the residents themselves would own. Ten years into fundraising, buying land and planning the infrastructure for the neighborhood, the project failed two years ago. The bank took People of Hope’s land, located off Freeman Drive, and Athens-Clarke County was forced

to deduct from future grant awards an already spent federal grant to People of Hope. Clarke County has approximately 2,500 mobile homes, according to tax records. Of those, 660 are attached to the land, meaning the same person owns both the land and the trailer in those cases, much like a stick-built house. The other 1,800-plus trailers in the county are treated like vehicles. They are taxed differently, may sit on land the resident doesn’t own and, if the structure is older than seven years, are very difficult to move. Many of those mobile homes are in trailer parks dotting the county. Residents often have pets, enjoy their own garden space and use their driveways to work on cars. It’s a different lifestyle than what they would have living in an apartment. They are homeowners, but since they don’t own the land, they are stuck if the property owner decides to sell, raises their rent or doesn’t keep up the infrastructure. Lisa Chancey likes her home in the shady pine grove off Cherokee Road and likes living close to her mother, who also has a home in the same mobile home park. Soon, Lisa Chancey will pay off her home but will continue to pay rent on the lot. “I sure hope they don’t shut it down,” she says. “There’s not many places like it left in Clarke County.” In the end, the residents likely will be able to stay in the Cherokee Road park, where the owners are fixing the failing septic systems. “Our hope would be that the problems will be fixed and all the residents can stay,” says Doug Hansford, the director of Building Permits and Inspections for Athens-Clarke County. While his department has the power to issue citations and take people to Municipal Court, officers very rarely see a defendant get jail time. “It’s a public health issue with kids out there playing,” Hansford says. “I think [the sentence] shows how seriously the judge takes this issue.” Funny thing is, the residents of the Cherokee Road neighborhood don’t complain about their landlords. “I feel like they have been trying. They are really nice people,” says Nicole Gonzalez, who has lived in the neighborhood for five years. “It’s just a little irritating, but things happen. Do we want everything fixed? Of course; you pay rent, it should be fixed. But we understand. Plus, we really like the neighborhood.”

Like other residents, Gonzalez lives in a trailer owned by her family. Other relatives live in the neighborhood, too. “It’s a nice place,” says Courtney Curry, who lives with her daughters, who are 2 and 4. She works the breakfast shift at Sonic; her mother owns their home. The residents pay around $200 a month (some a little more) for rent on their land. “Where would you find a home for that price somewhere else?” Martin asks. The residents do make concessions to get that rural lifestyle and cheap rent. Residents are not allowed to have a washing machine, since the septic systems can’t handle the extra water. Bill Harris (who owns the Cherokee Mobile Home Park with his ex-wife, Debra) is on probation for the code violations through mid-April and won’t talk much about the case until then. But he was out working on the property less than two days after he was released from jail. He’d never been behind bars before, he says, but feels that he has few options. “I can’t raise the rent on these people. How could they pay it, and if they couldn’t pay it, where would they go?” he says. The Cherokee Road neighborhood and others like it were built decades ago, and the infrastructure is wearing out. A similar case is unfolding with a trailer park on Nowhere Road. “These systems are failing, and there is some expense in replacing them,” says John Spagna, administrator of the county’s Community Protection Division. Grants that would help a homeowner with infrastructure improvements don’t apply in these cases, because the property is owned by the landlord, not the resident, says Rob Trevena, the head of Athens’ Housing and Community Development Department, which helps allocate federal grants for housing assistance. When Garden Springs closed a decade ago, the local government was able to help people with moving expenses, but that’s not a service the government normally provides. “If you turn some people out on the street, you’ve got to have some place for them to go. We don’t want to put people out without places to go,” Trevena says. “This situation is salvageable to some degree. There are trailer park owners who are doing this the right way. We are just going to keep plugging away at it.” f

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Although Bohannon said he does occasionally see some racist or slut-shaming content, for the most part, he thinks the college users are mature enough to use it properly, and Yik Yak is doing what it can to combat the negative posts. “I think there’s always the potential for abuse with anything, and especially on Yik Yak, because you are anonymous, and you By Evelyn Andrews and Laura James news@flagpole.com have that sense that there aren’t going to be consequences for what you post,” he said. Despite Yik Yak’s controversies, some he founders of Yik Yak, Brooks But colleges across the country have had students still find the app unique and Buffington and Tyler Droll, say they their fair share of Yik Yak controversies, useful. As a transfer student, Nathan started the anonymous social media including the threat that forced an evacuBohannon didn’t have the chance to learn app so that everyone had an equal voice, ation and an hours-long lockdown at the and posts would be judged on their content, the bus system as a freshman, so at the Miller Learning Center. (In what he told beginning of the semester, he asked which not who wrote them. But the anonymity police was a prank, Ariel Omar Arias is bus he should take to get from Aderhold has also spurred several controversies, such alleged to have warned users to stay out Hall to Baldwin Street on Yik Yak and as threats to attack schools and racist and of the MLC if they almost instantly hateful posts, leading the creators to take to live.) received five or six steps to deter these types of posts. Because you are anonymous, wanted In October, a responses. “Obviously, all of that is absolutely student at the State you have that sense “With Twitter, terrible, and it’s the opposite reason of University of New Instagram, even why we created the app in the first place,” that there aren’t going to be York at Canton was Facebook, you have Buffington said during an appearance at consequences for what you post. arrested for threats to have a lot of folthe University of Georgia’s Thinc. Week last posted on Yik Yak. lowers or friends month. In November, a University of Albany footto see what you post, but with Yik Yak, The app—popular among college stuball player was arrested for making threats literally everyone sees it within a 1.5-mile dents—allows users to see other posts sent within a 1.5-mile radius. It uses an “upvote” radius,” Bohannon said. “So you have access on Yik Yak. Droll and Buffington hope a word-filterto all these other users, and it just increases and “downvote” system that, in theory, will ing system that asks users if they’re sure your visibility.” make the best posts the most popular. The they want to post something if it has a trigAlthough Buffington and Droll made Yik company now has moderators to remove ger word like “bomb” will deter threatening post considered hateful, offensive or threat- Yak for college campuses, middle and high or offensive posts at colleges. The filtering school students wanted in on the yakking, ening, but the creators maintain that, ultimately, blocking hateful or offensive posts is a responsibility of the users, made possible by the down-vote system. “The biggest thing we probably ever did was put in a down-vote system, allowing the community to take charge and remove stuff they don’t think should be on there,” Buffington said.

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Threats and Racism One user wrote a “yak” after the death of UGA student Mikal Ghirmazghi that referenced the recent deaths of minority students, leading faculty members and students to arrange a discussion about racism at UGA the same day Droll and Buffington visited. “Most of the dead students were minorities. Good riddance. You don’t belong at UGA, even God agrees,” the post said. Sara Gordan, a UGA student who went to the discussion about racism, said the post was extremely hurtful and indicative of a broader culture of intolerance. “The post just showed that we still have a lot of work to do in making UGA an inclusive place for every minority,” Gordan said. But she also said that she does not hear anything as hurtful as that post in person, and without the anonymity offered on Yik Yak, no one probably would have said it. In some ways, the case can be made that Yik Yak’s system worked exactly as it should have, UGA journalism professor Barry Hollander said. In seconds, the post was voted down enough to be deleted, so few people saw it organically. The problem occurred when a screenshot of the post, along with people’s reactions to it, circulated around on other social media sites like Facebook and Twitter. Without the screenshot, only a few people would have seen it, but Gordan said it was important that more people were made aware of it. “I think it is important for everyone to know that people at UGA still think these types of racist things,” she said, even if more people were hurt by it.

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Yik Yak founders Brooks Buffington (center) and Tyler Droll (right) spoke at UGA’s Thinc. Week on Mar. 23.

too, which created all kinds of chaos. Cyberbullying and threats across the country caused several schools to call for the app to be banned. A Massachusetts high school shut down in March of last year after a bomb threat was posted to Yik Yak. So did a California high school. That same month, high schools in the Chicago area such as Whitney Young High School saw Yik Yak used as a place for cyber-bullying. As a result, the founders disabled the app in the entire Chicago area until they could figure out how to disable the app specifically in middle and high schools. Buffington and Droll started geofencing, or disabling the app within certain geographical locations, in middle and high schools to deter use in those areas. Younger teens can still get on the app when they are not on their school campus, since Yik Yak has no way to verify the user’s age, but they can’t connect with nearly as many people as college students can.

system has reduced the number of threats to “next to nothing,” Droll said, but after the MLC threat, threats were made on Yik Yak at two college campuses in October and November, and two California high schools shut down in one week in November.

Anonymity Concerns The idea of the community being responsible for only allowing good posts to stay, like the down-vote system, is a libertarian view of anonymity, Hollander said. This view has been at odds with a social responsibility view—that unpopular posts should never have been written—for generations. “You gain a lot by people feeling they can say things with a certain sense of protection and freedom, especially to express unpopular views,” Hollander said, but people take advantage of that system to express awful views. Although issues with anonymity are decades-old, apps like Yik Yak have made it

too easy for people with no impulse control to post harmful statements. “The problem with making something like Yik Yak is putting it in the palm of our hand in a mobile phone separates us from any impulse control,” Hollander said. Anonymity also has positives, Buffington said, such as a quiet student still having the chance to write an enormously popular post. “There’s always this push and pull of what do you get, but what do you give up?” Buffington said. Bohannon agreed that anonymity can be a good thing sometimes. He believes the anonymity—or perceived anonymity— allows users to post their true sentiments. “It feels more authentic, because you can say what you’re really feeling and not have to worry about how people are going to perceive that,” he said. “I feel like a lot of times with Facebook or Twitter, we put up a front, trying to posture ourselves so our friends and family will see us for who we want to be seen as rather than who we are.” Profound reasons for anonymity do exist, Hollander said—the Arab Spring was fueled in a small part by the anonymity of Twitter. “What Yik Yak does is takes what Twitter makes available in those in situations where anonymity is needed to protect your life and makes it available to college students to use anonymity to protect stupid and awful things they want to say,” Hollander said. People hide under a “cloak of perceived anonymity,” Hollander said, but as the UGA community learned last fall after the MLC threat, people are not truly anonymous. Without a warrant, Yik Yak quickly provided police with information on the user who wrote the threat. “We didn’t make an app to cause panic or unsafe situations, so we’ll do whatever we can to help out,” Droll said. Since this was a threat to safety, no one probably had any qualms with it, Hollander said. The decision to turn information over to police without a warrant is a judgement call, but knowing the right time to do so could prove difficult. “The question becomes, where do you draw the line?” he said. At the discussion on Mar. 23, the founders announced a new feature that became available that day: blocking users. “With Yik Yak, you are immediately following everyone in your area, and sometimes you just do not like what people are saying, so now you can just block them,” Buffington said. This feature makes it clear that their system knows who each user is and who is posting what. “Share cards” are another new feature of the app, allowing users to post a photo that includes text from a popular post they wrote and share it across other social media networks. This feature, the founders said, allows users to claim credit for a popular post. This feature further pushes users out of anonymity, though they have control of when that happens. With all of the controversies, it’s hard to tell whether this “anonymous” app, headquartered in the Atlanta Tech Village, is just a trend or if it’s here to stay, but the company has yet to bring in any money. With over $72 million in venture capital, Droll and Buffington said they’re just focused on building their user base. The app is valued at $300 million–$400 million, but they’re not worrying about making money off it, just yet. f

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The Naming Game All Those Aristocratic Monikers Announced Their Bonafides By James C. Cobb George Reade, who came to Virginia in One of the many undertakings that have 1640 and served on the Royal Council for kept the Ol’ Bloviator away from these cozy the colony, begat Thomas Reade, whose confines of late was an effort to hack his way through a veritable genealogical jungle, daughter Mildred married wealthy landand-slave-holder Maj. Phillip Rootes. Their an undertaking sometimes rendered all the grandson, Thomas Reade Rootes, became more frustrating by the misleading trail a prominent jurist and politico, whose markers left by genealogists intent on loadspawn included Martha Jacquelin Rootes, ing their family trees with as much highwho married Howell and Tom Cobb’s uncle, end fruit as possible. Howell, and Sarah Robinson Rootes, who This problem was particularly pertinent married their father, John Addison Cobb. to the O.B.’s enterprise, because it involved Needless to say, Howell and Tom eagerly sorting out two strands of his own family. embraced this “marry-up” legacy. As an One of these was the prosperous and influential Cobbs of Athens (whose most notable aspiring jurist, Tom Cobb didn’t exactly injure his prospects by his union with the figures, Howell and T.R.R. Cobb, played key daughter of soon-to-be Georgia Supreme roles in leading Georgia out of the Union Court Justice Henry H. Lumpkin. Ditto and in 1861) and the other, his branch, who more so for Howell, who, whether by design settled about 40 miles up the road in Hart or good fortune or most likely both, County, where they embodied that managed to win the affections of class of whites that populist Mary Ann Lamar. Tom Watson called “the Miss Lamar was not horny-handed sons of toil.” only strikingly attractive, In addition to drabut co-heir with her matic disparities in brother and Howell’s wealth and lifestyle, college chum, John one of the things Basil Lamar, to her the O.B. found most father’s estate, which striking was that at his death in 1832, while his male forethree years before bears specialized in she plighted her troth taking brides from to Howell, included the Smiths and the 220 slaves and more Sullivans, the Athens than 15,000 acres down Cobb line offered in Baldwin and several union after union with adjacent Georgia counties. the wealthy, powerful, Since, then as now, near-dynastic clans of Ol’ money also means never havVirginny. Well before Howell ing to explain how your kid got Cobb and his younger brother T.R.R. Cobb his or her name, in this case the T.R.R., aka Tom, ventured onto the deadly combination of inbred wackiness sea of matrimony in the 1830s and 1840s, and great wealth led to the grandiose likes from their great-grandfather down through of Lucius Quintus Cincinnatus Lamar (kind their father and uncles before them, their male forebears had made in-laws of some of of makes Thomas Reade Rootes seem to roll easily off your tongue, doesn’t it?), the oldest and foremost families of the Old Mirabeau Bonaparte Lamar, Lavoisier Dominion. LeGrand Lamar (at least it’s alliterative), Marrying oneself only to blood at least and my personal favorite, Gazaway Bugg as good as your own, if not better, pretty Lamar, which is actually at least in part a much obligated you to advertise all those mash-up of family names, for the Virginia bonafides surging through your bloodline Buggs were entwined with both the Lamars by giving your offspring first and middle (through the union of Basil Lamar and names that flaunted these prestigious Patience Bugg) and the Cobbs (through the monikers. union of the aforesaid T.R.R.’s uncle, Henry If you accompany the O.B. on a brief Willis Cobb, and Obedience Dutiful Bugg). genealogical saunter, he will show you why Given their surnames, it is probably safe the Athens Cobbs are a primary case in to assume that the Bugg girls grew up with point.

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minimal exposure to feminist doctrine. Margaret Mitchell was not just “whuffin” about Ashley and Melanie; the best calculations we have suggest that, among the South’s wealthiest planter families, slightly more than one in 10 marriages made husband and wife of a pair of cousins. Such unions could produce circumstances that were not infrequently awkward and sometimes just plain weird. In the case of Howell and Tom, consider that their mother’s sister, Martha Jacquelin Rootes, was first married to their Uncle Howell and then to Henry Jackson. This latter union produced Henry Rootes Jackson, who once again kept it in the family by marrying his cousin, Tom Cobb’s daughter, Sarah Addison, whose great-aunt suddenly became her mother-in-law as well. Elsewhere, my Athens Cobb kinsman, Milton Leathers, recounts an incident stemming from the marrying and, for want of a better term, inbred naming habits of two historically prominent local families, the Billupses and the Phinizys. It seems a young Phinizy descendant was taking his date to visit his grandmother. As they approached the house, “Cudd’n” Milton reports, the boy cautioned his date that “my grandmother has a real funny name. She’s Mrs. Billups Phinizy.” Clearly startled, the young lady responded, “That is really amazing. Because MY grandmother is Mrs. Phinizy Billups!” Although the pattern of intermarriage among the South’s self-styled aristocratic families might seem to evoke that Homer

and Jethro classic, “I’m My Own Grandpa,” these entwinements served to consolidate and concentrate wealth by assuring that, insofar as possible, capital flowed within a tightly interconnected circle. In our day and time, some of these folks may even have married themselves into an anti-trust suit. The same could be said of social and political pull, of course. Every time Thomas Reade Rootes Cobb affixed his signature to a document or letter, he was flashing his ancestral bling, courtesy of a name that evoked not one but two powerhouse Virginia families and thus conveyed an almost hereditary right to rule. The problem here was that the born-on-third-base types like Tom actually internalized the aura they sought to project, rendering them infallible and invincible in their own minds as well. Brig. Gen. Thomas Reade Rootes Cobb would be terminally disabused of this notion at Fredericksburg, in December 1862, by a miniè ball or piece of shrapnel that didn’t give a damn about his bloodline but played hell with his blood flow. Having assured his fellow Georgians that secession would not even lead to war, much less to desolation and defeat, Tom Cobb paid for his arrogance and presumption with his life. Unfortunately, however, by April 1865, the same could be said for roughly 750,000 of his fellow Americans. f Jim Cobb is Billups Phinizy Spalding Professor in History at UGA. This column is excerpted from his 2015 Ferdinand Phinizy Lecture.

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Crazy April Music Lovers, Lunatics, Oompa-Loompas, Playwrights & More By Dina Canup April in Athens theater is a little crazy. It has music lovers who are nuts for each other (Much Ado About Nothing, University Theatre Apr. 9–19), lunatics rebelling against tyranny in the asylum (One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest, Town & Gown Players Apr. 10–19), candy-crazy kids on a musical tour with the mad candy-maker (Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, Black Theatrical Ensemble Apr. 16–19), insanely shameless playwrights (Rose of Athens No Shame Athens/Athens Playwrights’ Workshop weekend Apr. 18–19) and more.

with various forms of mental illness and a rebellious criminal named McMurphy, who thought pleading insanity was the easy way out until he ran afoul of Nurse Ratched, an abusive tyrant who could give even the sanest person nightmares. Amy Miller is a perfect choice for Nurse Ratched; her keen wit sharpens the edge of this most vicious of stage villains, the head nurse of the facility, who doesn’t hesitate to use all her power, including shock therapy and lobotomy, to maintain her dominance over patients and subordinates. Another great choice is Joel Altherr as McMurphy, the charming convict who becomes a leader among the inmates, transforming their lives and battling with Nurse Ratched in a rebellion he may not be able to win. Harriet Anderson brings years of experience to the director’s chair, so expect yet another topnotch production from Town & Gown with this one. One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest is presented by Town & Gown Players at the Athens Community Theatre Apr. 10–11, and 16–18 at 8 p.m. with 2 p.m. matinees Apr. 12 and 19. Tickets are $15—$12

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show “with a black lens, so to speak. When you think of Willy Wonka, you usually think of Gene Wilder or Johnny Depp, but I thought it would be interesting to have a black Willy Wonka.” Fleming has worked to add more soulful qualities to the vocals without changing the music, cast the Oompa Loompas as a pow-

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Much Ado About Nothing They don’t call Shakespeare “The Bard” for nothing, and plays like Much Ado are best with the songs, which are too often cut. The original script includes four musical numbers, and director Kristin Kundert-Gibbs planned from the beginning to use live music in this production. Though the set and costumes are firmly placed in the Renaissance, KundertGibbs found her inspiration in modern music when she encountered the song “Sigh No More” by Mumford and Sons. It’s clearly inspired by and quotes Much Ado. Many of the characters in this production are also musicians in the band within the play, breaking out into song at various points during the show with a hey-nonny-nonny and a cover song or two. It’s a top-notch cast with some of UGA’s finest. Zack Byrd and Stephanie Murphy are the snarky, mutually disdainful Benedick and Beatrice, friends of newly-in-love Claudio and Hero (played by Brad Burnham and Rebeca Ispas, who are also musicians). Claudio, Hero and their friends plot to trick the two cynics into falling for each other, while the villains Dona Anna and Boracchio (Jasmine Thomas and Aaron Klein) scheme to trick Claudio into jilting Hero. There are additional plots, much silliOne Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest ness and more music before all for students, seniors and members— turns right in the end. and are available at 706-208-8696 or Much Ado About Nothing is presented by townandgownplayers.org. University Theatre in the Fine Arts Theatre Apr. 9–11 and 15–18 at 8 p.m. and Apr. 19 Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory at 2:30 p.m. Tickets are $16—$12 for stuBlack Theatrical Ensemble, the UGA students—and are available at 706-542-4400 dent club that focuses on plays by black or drama.uga.edu/boxoffice. playwrights, is making a bit of a departure with Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka—but not One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest Get in as much as it might seem. Director Jayln touch with your inner merry prankster, Fleming, recent UGA theatre alumnus who celebrate neurodiversity, and try to stick is also playing Willy Wonka, points out that it to the man (or nurse) with the play the New York Times described as “scarifying and BTE wanted to do something to bring in a wider audience and that several members powerful.” wanted to do a musical. Dale Wasserman’s adaptation of Ken They hope to do The Wiz next season, but Kesey’s groundbreaking 1962 novel was Willy Wonka was a spontaneous idea, with also adapted into an Academy Awardwinning film in 1975 and won a Tony Award many members reminiscing about songs they remembered and parts they enjoyed. for Outstanding Revival of a Play in 2001. It offers an ensemble of psychiatric patients Fleming states that they decided to do the

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free admission to children for the Sunday matinee and give them candy. So, yes, it’s all that and a bag of candy. Willy Wonka is presented by the Black Theatrical Ensemble at the Morton Theatre Apr. 16–17 at 8 p.m. with a 3:30 p.m. matinee Apr. 19. Advance tickets are $7—$5 for students ($10 and $7 at the door), and can be purchased at the Tate Center Ticket Office at UGA (tate.uga.edu/tickets). Playwrights Weekend: UGA professor and notable playwright John Patrick Bray is heading up this weekend of staged readings, panel discussions and workshops featuring locals, UGA students, and playwrights from around the country. There’s a dramaturgy workshop with Kevin Ferguson, a reading of Stanley Longman’s Lady Susan (yes, Jane Austen’s Lady Susan), and plays by Erin Lane, Taylor Gruenlo and Will Coleman. The weekend wraps up with an open potluck, and all events are free, so take this opportunity to be part of the new play scene in Athens! All events are at ATHICA Apr. 18–19, and you can contact Bray at johnpatrickbray@yahoo.com for more information.

erful all-female tribe that look otherworldly rather than orange and green and add “a bit of ethnic flavor” to the visual look inside the factory. It’s very ambitious for Fleming to take on the lead role in his BTE directing debut. He was looking for someone else to play Wonka during auditions, which drew not only from BTE but from UGA theatrical groups Children’s Theatre Troupe and Baptist Campus Ministries. He didn’t find someone who fit his vision, but based on his work with University Theatre (Bray’s Plays in particular, in which he gave standout performances in a variety of roles) it might be fortunate for the audience that Fleming needed to cast himself. While they didn’t originally plan to do a child-friendly production, it’s Willy Wonka—they did come to embrace the idea and even plan to offer

But, Wait…: Mary Poppins at Cedar Shoals High School Cedar Theatre Apr. 9–10 at 7 p.m. and Apr. 11–12 at 2:30 p.m. Tickets at the door $8—$5 for students. 706-5465375 ext. 21321. An Evening of Dramatic Play Readings (by Chekhov, Kushner, and Shakespeare) with Town & Gown regulars Steve Elliott-Gower, John Olive & Ginny Simmons at Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens Apr. 12 at 7 p.m. It’s a fundraiser for UUFA, with a reception following; suggested donation is $15 per person. uuathensga.org/ stewardship/fun-fundraising Grease plays at North Oconee High School’s Red Titan Playhouse Apr. 24–25 at 7 p.m. and Apr. 26 at 3 p.m. Tickets at the door are $10—$5 for students. The Last Five Years by Jason Robert Brown (Second Stage series) at Town & Gown Players’ Athens Community Theatre Apr. 24–25 at 8 p.m. and Apr. 26 at 2 p.m. Tickets $8. townandgownplayers.org or 706-208-8696. f

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Speed, Satire & Terror More Furious, Lit for the Screen and Pay It Forward By Drew Wheeler FURIOUS 7 (PG-13) Movies do not get much louder and dumber than Furious 7, and it is fantastic. Vin Diesel’s Dominic Toretto and crew (including the late Paul Walker in a fitting final appearance as Brian O’Conner) have somehow parlayed their sick driving skills into careers as special operatives for the blackest corners of the U.S. government, represented by Kurt Russell’s Mr. Nobody, who needs a part in each subsequent adventure. Seriously, what else do Dom, Brian, Letty (Michelle Rodriguez), Roman (Tyrese Gibson) and Tej (Ludacris) really do? Their street fighting skills seem trumped up; is Letty really a match for Ronda Rousey? Conjuring director James Wan does admirable work in his first attempt at wrangling the fast world of the Furious franchise, though one wonders what writer Chris Morgan’s script actually looks like. A bunch of vague, action-y stage directions and unbelievably lunkheaded lines for Dwayne Johnson’s Hobbs? The unbelievable vehicular stunts and action choreography feel more natural than scripted; obviously, the behind-the-camera crew deserves loads of credit for the massive success of these larger than life movies. The series still needs to work on its villains. Jason Statham’s vengeance-fueled

black operative feels dime a dozen. It’s time this family of American Bonds met a largescale megalomaniac. Three words: Furious in space? LEVIATHAN (R) Both an Academy Award nominee and Golden Globe winner for Best Foreign Language Film, Russia’s Leviathan is over two hours of delicious social satire and Job-level tribulations.

old army buddy, Moscow lawyer Dmitriy (Vladimir Vdovichenkov) to dig up some dirt in the hopes of convincing Vadim to relinquish his claims. Kolya’s situation only worsens from there, as he goes to jail, and his family—pretty young wife, Lilya (Elena Lyadova), and teenage son, Roma (Sergey Pokhodaev)—fractures. One might think a 140-minute Russian domestic drama would grow dull, but Leviathan is one of the most stunningly mesmerizing tales to hit Athens’ cinema this year. Imagine a massive work of Russian literature writ on the big screen, for that is what filmmaker Andrey Zvyagintsev offers. What seems a trite plot complication—the only real criticism I can levy—proves necessary for the film’s gloomy narrative resolution. Do not be frightened off by its length or its country of origin; Leviathan is simply one of the most complete, Furious 7 accomplished films currently available and is not to be missed.

IT FOLLOWS (R) Everything great you are hearing about this hot new horror film is true. Poor Jay (Maika Monroe, who also stars in The Guest, the new thriller from You’re Next’s Adam Wingard that you should check out) has sex with her new boyfriend, but she gets Honey, I promise that one day we will be able to afford sleeves. more than some action. He passes along a curse that will doggedly folKolya (Aleksey Serebryakov—think low her until she passes it on. The various of a Russian Michael Shannon) is going representations of the “It� following Jay are to lose his home to corrupt local mayor Vadim (Roman Madyanov), so he enlists his terrifying and invisible to her close-knit, neighborhood peer group, which includes her jaded sister (Lili Sepe) and Paul (Keir Gilchrist), the boy next door with a bad case of puppy love. If Jay is to survive, who will she pass “It� on to? Poor Paul? He might not be able to find anyone else to pass it on to. Greg (Daniel Zovatto), the hottie who lives across the street? A stranger? She better decide fast because “It� is always after her. In his second feature, writer-director David Robert Mitchell (he debuted with 2010’s The Myth of the American Sleepover) hits on some key teen fears as he tweaks the ‘80s slasher genre with yet another love letter to the Horror Master himself, John Carpenter (for others, see anything by Neil Marshall, Joe Begos’ Almost Human, anything sporting Albertus Bold titles). What could be more frightening than sex and adulthood? The young adults of It Follows are facing an indomitable stalker more terrifying than Jason, Michael or Freddy. You think those guys are unkillable; life is the most dangerous, frightening slasher there is. With its mood established via some wickedly creative long takes and dissonant electronic soundscapes, Mitchell’s film shares little in common with the spate of Conjuring wannabes and classic remakes filling the multiplex horror roster spot. Mitchell foregoes MTV editing in favor of extended takes and incredible mise-enscene. What is happening everywhere in the frame matters, as “It� is a constant threat. Terror can be evoked by the approach of a main character. Aurally, Disasterpeace’s soundtrack will conjure comparisons to Drive but is really an update on Carpenter’s now classic horror movie sound. f

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Thursday, Apr. 9, comedian Doug Benson will perform at the Georgia Theatre. On Friday, Apr. 10, comedian Todd Barry will perform at the 40 Watt Club. Benson, 50, is from California and loves smoking weed. Barry, also 50, hails from New York City and once took a photo with a tiny koala bear. They are friends—or at least friendly enough that they’re attending the same wedding in Athens this weekend. You should thank those people for getting married. After all, it’s not every week that the Classic City is treated to back-to-back nights of hilarity. Flagpole took the opportunity to ask Benson and Barry a series of exceedingly silly questions; they answered most of them. The Q&A, worked out separately with each comic via email, has been combined, condensed and edited for clarity. Kanye West was not available for comment.

FP: It was an interesting decision for you and Doug to play back-to-back nights in Athens. How did you guys work that out? Can you give us a window into the “process�? TB: The “process� is that we both got invited to a friend’s wedding in Athens. I didn’t know Doug was booking a show there, too. But it’s great news for comedy fans in Athens. If I knew ahead of time, I would’ve suggested a co-headlining arena show. Robyn Von Swank

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Todd Barry: My first memory of meeting Doug was at a taping of a show called “Buster’s Happy Hour� for VH1. It was a standup show hosted by David Johansen (as Buster Poindexter). Pretty much every comic bombed on the show. Not sure if Doug bombed, but I think I did. Doug Benson: I have no idea where I first met Todd. Probably a comedy club in NYC like the Comedy Cellar. I do remember that I’ve always liked him and always thought he was a great comic. FP: What have you learned from each other? TB: I haven’t done it myself, but I’ve learned that you can book yourself at 4 p.m. and people will show up. DB: I don’t think I’ve learned anything from him, other than he writes better jokes and does better crowd work than I do. I’d be surprised if he’s learned anything from me. FP: Clearly, you’re both very influenced by Kanye West. Can you speak to that? TB: The thing Doug and I learned from Kanye is, if you’re in a hotel elevator and someone wants to get on, ask them politely—but firmly—to get on the next car.

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FP: Todd, what’s the most romantic thing Doug’s ever said to you? TB: ‌ FP: Doug, what’s the most romantic thing Todd’s ever said to you? DB: I think he asked me if a comedy club he was thinking about playing was any good. It was romantic, because he whispered it. But then again, Todd’s natural speaking voice is pretty whisper-y. f

WHO: Doug Benson WHERE: Georgia Theatre WHEN: Thursday, Apr. 9, 7 p.m. HOW MUCH: $20 WHO: Todd Barry, Andrew Polk WHERE: 40 Watt Club WHEN: Friday, Apr. 10, 8 p.m. HOW MUCH: $16 (adv.), $19 (door)

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No Place for Antibiotics For the Love of Food, Serve Meat Raised Responsibly By Whitney Otawka news@flagpole.com We all have different ways of expressing our love—some buy presents, some make grand Facebook pronouncements and some turn to Craiglist’s “Missed Connections.” For my fiancé, chef Ben Wheatley, and me, food is love. It’s important that what we eat, whether it’s on a date or on the couch, doesn’t put the public’s health at risk. The meat of the matter: antibiotic resistance. Bacteria are evolving to withstand the drugs that treat infections, with grave consequences. We fretted last year over Ebola—which resulted in two deaths in the United States—while drug-resistant “superbugs” kill at least 23,000 people nationwide and sicken two million every year.

the United States are sold for use in foodanimal production. Many large producers of meat and poultry have been known to give antibiotics to boost animals’ growth and to compensate for unsanitary conditions. In the long run, their facilities can grow not only cows, pigs and chickens—but an array of drug-resistant bacteria, as well. This is a big problem and should be a concern for everyone, but especially for those of us who love food. Whether I’m braising pork shoulder for 50 or grilling burgers for four, I want to be sure that what I’m serving is a good choice—not only for those eating the food but for those who are affected by the way the food was produced.

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The issue is complicated, with many contributing factors, but public health experts agree that the way we use antibiotics impacts the drugs’ effectiveness against emerging superbugs. The more we take them, the less they work. That’s especially true when antibiotics are given to those who don’t need them. The bulk of our antibiotics don’t go to sick people; they’re used on healthy animals. More than 70 percent of antibiotics in

You don’t have to look far in Athens to find a similar love of food. The city is surrounded by hundreds of farms, and many of those boast responsible growing practices— using antibiotics on animals only if they really need them. Restaurants like Heirloom Café, The National and others embody the farm-to-table movement, serving foods grown locally with quality in mind. Larger operations are starting to get the message, as well. In January, Chipotle took

pork off the menu at many locations after the chain’s supplier failed to meet its standard for raising animals without antibiotic misuse. And last year, Georgia-based Chickfil-A—the largest quick-service chicken restaurant chain in the country—announced that within five years, it will serve only chicken raised without antibiotics, joining a growing list of companies with similar commitments. There is hope that producers will meet the demand for meat raised responsibly from companies and consumers alike. There’s something we as food lovers can do. By researching how our meat is produced—certified organic, limited or no

antibiotics, etc.—we have the power to turn the tide of antibiotic misuse. When we buy from farmers who prioritize the health of their animals and the public, we encourage all food producers to do the same. Supporting responsible antibiotic use is a no-brainer. In fact, it’s a matter of the heart, a way to show that you love food and care about the health of those around you. Try this recipe for roasted chicken with mole poblano and share the love. f Whitney Otawka is a chef residing in Cumberland Island, GA. She is the former executive chef of Cinco y Diez and Farm 255 in Athens.

Roasted Chicken with Mole Poblano For the Mole: 5 Mulato Chiles * 3 Ancho Chiles* 3 Pasilla Chiles* 1 Chipotle Chile* ¼ cup neutral oil 2 tbsp sesame seeds 2 tbsp almonds 2 tbsp peanuts 2 tbsp raisins ½ small onion 3 cloves of garlic 1 stale tortilla 1 Roma tomato ¼ of a ripe banana ½ tbsp Worcestershire 3 black peppercorns 2 whole cloves ¼ tsp anise seed ¼ tsp coriander ¼ tsp ground canela (cinnamon) ½ tsp Mexican oregano ½ tab of Mexican chocolate 5 cups chicken stock 1½ tbsp salt 1½ tbsp brown sugar Clean the chiles by removing stems and seeds. Heat a heavy bottomed cast iron over medium high heat. Toast the chiles until they begin to soften, about 10 seconds, turning once; make sure they do not burn. Put the chiles in a nonreactive bowl, cover with hot water, and set aside for 30 minutes. Drain the chiles, reserving the soaking water. Puree the chiles in a blender with enough of the soaking water to make a smooth paste. It may be necessary to scrape down the sides and blend several times to obtain a smooth paste. In a heavy bottomed, large pot heat ½ cup oil over medium heat and add

the peanuts and almonds. Sauté until golden. Add in chile paste and cook for 2 minutes, be careful when you add the paste, it may splatter. Add in onions, garlic, tomatoes and tortillas. Sauté for 3 min, stirring often. Add in toasted spices, raisins and banana. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring often. Add in 2½ cups chicken stock. Transfer to a blender and puree until smooth. In a heavy bottomed, large pot heat ¼ cup oil over medium heat. Add in the puree and fry in oil for about 2 min. Stir in the remaining chicken stock and Mexican chocolate. Simmer for 1 hr, stirring occasionally. Add in salt and brown sugar to finish. The mole can be made the day before and can be kept in the fridge for up to 5 days. It freezes well. * All chiles are dried and can be purchased online or at a Mexican grocery store. For the Chicken: 4 chicken breasts raised without antibiotic misuse, skin on (about 6 oz. each) ¼ cup neutral cooking oil 1 tbsp salt Sprinkle chicken breasts with salt. In a large skillet, heat oil over mediumhigh heat. Add chicken; sauté skin side down until golden brown, about 4 min. Turn and place chicken in a 400 degree oven until cooked through, about 6 min. Transfer to a plate; keep warm. To serve, place cooked chicken breasts on a platter. Pour the mole over the top. Garnish with toasted sesame and enjoy with warm tortillas. f

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The Classic City Brew Fest Is Back Twenty Years, 200 Brewers and 400 Beers By Jacob Yarbrough news@flagpole.com

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Local beer nerds, snobs, connoisseurs, enthusiasts and their friends get excited once the calendar flips from March to April. Alongside warmer temperatures and extra daylight, the first month of spring brings Athens Beer Week and the Classic City Brew Fest. This year’s festival will boast 200 brewers and 400 unique brews for attendees to sample at the Graduate Athens hotel. Every ticket sold benefits the Athens Area Humane Society. The 2015 iteration of CCBF is shaping up to be a particularly good one, as the festival celebrates its 20th anniversary. Flagpole recently spoke to founder Owen Ogletree about the festival. Flagpole: Are there any beers for this year that you are especially excited about? Owen Ogletree: Along with the tasty beers from sponsors Terrapin and Goose Island, I’m excited about having beers from so many new Georgia breweries like Southern Brewing Co., Creature Comforts, Reformation, Orpheus, Second Self, Eagle Creek and Eventide. These new breweries are making fresh, unique styles of beer like sour ales, wild ales, fruit beers, barrel-aged brews and more.

had grown a bit impersonal. We moved the event to the Foundry [now Graduate Athens] the next year and have been so pleased. We hold the Brew Fest in all areas of the hotel complex—ballrooms, Foundry music hall [formerly the Melting Point], outdoor terrace and have 25 cask ales on the wedding pavilion. Now we sell only 1,000 tickets and focus on the really special craft beers, and the result has been tremendous. FP: Any advice for attendees? OO: Classic City Brew Fest is a fantastic way to try dozens of great beers made by talented folks who love what they do. Attending a beer festival is a lot of fun but can be dangerous if you get overly ambitious. Here are a few tips: courtesy of Owen Ogletree

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FP: Are there any breweries participating Hampton-based JailHouse Brewing Co. at the 2014 Classic City Brewfest this year that are new Don’t try to taste every single beer—you to this festival? won’t be able to walk. Instead, try to sample OO: Every Athens brewery—Terrapin a more reasonable amount and spend time and Creature Comforts—has premiered talking to brewers about their beer. You’ll their beers at a Classic City Brew Fest. learn a lot about the brewing process and It’s sort of a tradition. This year, we are what makes each brewery unique. proud to say that the brand-new Southern Do spend time at the cask pavilion, as Brewing Co., located over near Athens Tech, will follow the tradition by showcasing their those beers are spectacular one-offs that will only be available at the festival. very first beers at the festival. Southern Do stay hydrated and eat food—your Brewing’s Brian Roth has produced hundreds of amazing test batches of beer, so we body will thank you on Monday if you take are so excited to see what he has in store for time to replenish lost fluids. Don’t try to park at the Graduate; there the festival. won’t be any space. Don’t be an asshole and try to drive FP: Do you have any special plans for the home after the event, either. The police are 20th anniversary? OO: Our 20th anniversary event will will out in force and will find you. Take a taxi or Uber, instead. f be the biggest and best ever. We will have 25 unique cask ales at the Classic City Brew Fest that can be found nowhere else. We’ll Additional info can be found at classiccitybrewfest. also have a “special treats” beer table featur- com. ing three extremely rare beers that will blow the socks off any beer geek. FP: How has this event changed over the past two decades? OO: One year, we got up to 3,000 attendees at the Classic Center and realized quickly that the event was too big and

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WHAT: Classic City Brew Fest WHERE: Graduate Athens WHEN: Sunday, Apr. 12, 2:30–6 p.m. HOW MUCH: $40

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Meat Street Champy’s and Porkhouse Serve Up Protein on Baxter By Hillary Brown food@flagpole.com

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ordering a single wing ($2.75!), tender CHICKEN AND BEER: It might seem a little (ditto) or breast ($4.50). Hushpuppies, at confusing that a fried chicken restaurant 65 cents each, come off like a bargain. A out of Chattanooga advertises Delta hot small order of green beans raises eyebrows tamales on its exterior and has a bluesy, at $2.99 for an itty-bitty container. Better juke-joint atmosphere, but the owners hail from Mississippi originally, which explains where Champy’s Famous Fried Chicken (1120 Baxter St., 706850-3092) is coming from. Even if you wander in at 11 a.m., with the sun blazing outside, having just come from the family-friendly environs of the ACC Library across the street, Champy’s feels more like a bar than a restaurant. The waitresses are uniformly cute and wear short shorts. The lighting is dim. Beer signs abound, and every inch of the interior is covered with something or other—mostly brew and music memorabilia. The restrooms are literally wallpapered with LP jackets, many of which are awesomely entertaining. But just because the outside promises 40s doesn’t mean you can’t take the kids; they’ll eat a lot of what’s on the menu. I have had better fried chicken than what Champy’s cooks fresh to order, but I have also had much worse. Slightly Porkhouse BBQ peppery, it comes either plateto sub in different sides with the plates for style with baked beans (much too sweet), a smaller fee or focus on the mains. None coleslaw (nothing to write home about, of the sides, including the potato salad but fine) and white bread or à la carte, in sprinkled liberally with spices, is all that quantities of eight, 12, 16 and 20 to feed a good, anyway. family (or a football team), or as individual Champy’s does make excellent hot wings pieces. that hint of smoked paprika. Not soaking in The pricing can be on the high side, sauce, they are meaty, spicy without being especially should your child con you into

too much so and have flavors beyond capsaicin. The chicken, as established, is a big step up from fast food and most meat-andthrees, where it has been sitting around in a steam tray, although it is not on par with that at Weaver D’s. Finest of all, and the reason you really may want to check out the restaurant, are the Mississippi Delta hot tamales. At $10.99 for six or $21.50 for 12, and no other options, it can seem like a big leap of faith, but Champy’s is the only place in Athens serving the regional specialty, and they are tasty: tightly pressed, steamy little pockets of protein encased in soft starch.

Served with slaw and a couple of packets of saltines, they are simple and warming. Champy’s also fries pickle spears, jalapeños, french fries, green tomatoes, catfish and chicken livers. Vegetarians will find little they can eat. The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner every day, has the promised 40s, does catering and has live music.

BBQ: The tiny space next to Jimbo’s convenience store has been a series of barbecue places since Ronnie B’s closed some years back. The most recent to move in is Porkhouse BBQ (699 Baxter St., 770-3659092), which is run by the folks who owned the Jefferson House Restaurant over in Jefferson. When the proprietor admitted that he’d never made BBQ before, I may have raised an eyebrow. That said, two of the four meat options are rather good. Pork may be king in Georgia—and it’s half the name of the restaurant—but it’s merely fine, not exciting. The ribs are badly under-seasoned and over-blackened. But the brisket is very nice, with a beautiful layer of fat just under the crust, and the smoked chicken is even better. The rub is apparently made by competition champion locals, and the ‘cue is emphatically not out of a crockpot. Sauce comes on the side, as it well should, and the XXX hot will sear your taste buds off. The fried okra, available as a side, is good, as are the corn nuggets, both of which might come straight off the Sysco truck but are a nice change from the usual slaw, beans and potato salad, all of which are also available and are well put together. My salt tooth might wish for a little more aggressive seasoning in the latter three items, but those watching their sodium intake will be happy. The stew is finely milled and among the better offerings in the genre in town. Porkhouse offers a lunch special of pork sandwich, slaw, chips and a drink for $6.99 ($5.99 for students). It has big dill pickles as a side, sells Moon Pies by the register and has limited seating but does take-out speedily. Open Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m.–7 p.m., it makes use of Square to take credit cards (a real boon to the small restaurant industry in general), and the folks who run it are just as pleasant and eager to converse as they can be. f

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MFA & Southworks Graduate and Juried Exhibitions Showcase Tremendous Talent By Jessica Smith arts@flagpole.com Master of Fine Arts: As part of a longstanding tradition that dates back to collaborations between artist Lamar Dodd and Georgia Museum of Art founder Alfred Holbrook, the museum will showcase the works of students graduating from UGA’s Lamar Dodd School of Art in the “Master of Fine Arts Degree Candidates Exhibition.� The annual show not only represents the culmination of each artist’s formal training with the terminal degree, it also debuts a new wave of young artists as they enter the art world. New partnerships in Atlanta and New York City have led to an exciting opportunity for the graduates to reach audiences outside of Athens. A second exhibition is currently on view at the Atlanta Decorative Arts Center through Thursday, Apr. 30, with a reception on Wednesday, Apr. 22. The works will then hit the road for a show at Rogue Space Chelsea in NYC from Tuesday, May 26–Thursday, June 4, with a reception on Thursday, May 28. This year’s MFA candidates are drawing and painting students Patrick Brien, Joseph Camoosa, Andrew Indelicato, Allan Innman and Mahera Khaleque; photography students Winnie Gier, Anna Gay Leavitt, Georgia Rhodes and Lucas Underwood; printmaking students Tyler Leslie and Jessica Machacek; jewelry and metals students Cameron Lyden and Lillian Smith; sculpture students Louisa Powell and Phillip Scarpone; interior design students Andrew Soper and Bo Wang; ceramics student Mark Johnson; and fabric design student Zipporah Thompson. A reception for the MFA show will coincide with the museum’s quarterly open house, 90 Carlton: Spring, on Friday, Apr. 10 from 6–9 p.m. The students will discuss their work during the panel discussion “MFA Speaks� on Thursday, Apr. 23 at 5:30

p.m., prior to Museum Mix, the museum’s thrice-yearly art party. The spring edition, which will follow from 8 p.m.–12 a.m., features late-night access to all the galleries, music by DJs Booty Boyz and portraits by Michael Lachowski’s Foto Pixx. The Athens Fashion Collective will present a special runway show featuring a collection of ensembles inspired by the museum’s current shows. The exhibition will remain on view through Sunday, May 3. Southworks: The Oconee Cultural Arts Foundation in Watkinsville will host its own opening reception on the evening of Friday, Apr. 10 from 6–9 p.m. for two new exhibitions. The 20th annual “Southworks Juried Art Exhibition,� on view in OCAF’s Main Gallery, presents pieces in a variety of media submitted from across the nation. This year’s guest juror was Will South, who is currently the chief curator at the Columbia Museum of Art in Columbia, SC and in the past has served as a curator at the Dayton Art Institute in Dayton, OH and the Weatherspoon Art Museum at the University of North Carolina Greensboro. From over 425 entries, South selected 96 works by 87 artists. Artwork ranges from paintings, drawings, ceramics, fiber arts, photography, sculpture, mixed media and more. Each year during “Southworks,� OCAF presents a “Director’s Choice� solo exhibition in the Members’ Gallery. Showcasing the work of a Watkinsville artist, “Jan Perkins: Art, Innovation & Technology� features a collection of digital fine art and mixed media paintings depicting wildlife. Classically trained with bachelor’s degrees in art education and art therapy and a professional career in marketing, advertising and graphic design, Perkins balances traditional techniques with new technologies.

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Driven by her love of animals and a desire to capture their true essence, she works exclusively from her own collection of wildlife photography. Once she has selected an image of an animal in its natural environment to work from, she uses a digitizing tablet, special software and a stylus brush to paint a portrait onto an LCD screen. Her approach to digital painting is largely similar to that of traditional painting—start with a loose sketch and finish with minute details—but digital painting offers a

limitless palette of colors and the flexibility of editing layers. Once the digital painting is complete, the image is printed on archival paper, modified through oils and pastels, and finished with a topcoat of resin. The finished pieces reveal hyper-real portraits of wild animals. Perkins will lead a special gallery tour and demonstration on Saturday, Apr. 11 from 10 a.m.–12 p.m. Both “Southworks� and “Jan Perkins� will remain on view through Friday, May 8. f

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Rebel Without a Clause Why Sam Burchfield Abandoned ‘American Idol’ By Ryan Kor music@flagpole.com

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he plane to Los Angeles was departing in the morning. While dozens of freshly selected “American Idol” contestants eagerly awaited the trip without a second thought, Athens songwriter Sam Burchfield clutched his golden ticket and wondered if the prospect of mainstream success was worth sacrificing his musical freedom. Between the pages of a thick contract lay a daunting reality: Continuing as a contestant on the show’s 13th season meant Burchfield would have to suspend his dream of a solo career in order to conform to “Idol” producers’ demands. “The thing I really value about music is the freedom to do what I want to do,” says Burchfield. “That was kinda the moment when I said, ‘Screw this, I’m not gonna get on the plane’.” To some, Burchfield’s decision to quit the popular Fox competition show after making it through the rigorous audition process may seem odd. Thousands of aspiring singers try out for the program each year in hopes of achieving fame and fortune. But for Burchfield, music has never been about those things. Burchfield’s sound, featuring his smooth voice, bluesy guitar riffs and an effortlessly jazzy essence, had begun to attract fans before the “Idol” experience. During his time as an undergrad at the University of Georgia, Burchfield

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regularly performed with his band Street Rhythm and Rhyme, making a name for himself in college-scene circles in a few short years. At UGA, Burchfield was also heavily involved in the music business program (MBUS), where he learned the fundamentals of production and industry standards. “Sam was a great student,” says MBUS director David Barbe. “He is so into the creation of music and is the best [kind of] music business student, in that sense.”

People go into this thinking, ‘this is my only shot,’ and they are willing to do whatever they can to get the publicity.

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Burchfield’s “Idol” tryout was not premeditated; a group of friends suggested at the last minute that he give the auditions in Atlanta a shot. “I got into it really just on a whim, not knowing fully what I was doing,” he says. After making it through multiple auditions that spanned several months, Burchfield arrived at the final round, where he performed in front of the three celebrity judges—Harry Connick, Jr., Jennifer Lopez and Keith Urban. Staying true to his quirky nature, Burchfield sang “I Wanna Be Like You,” a song from The Jungle Book, accompanying himself on

guitar. “Since I worked at a kids camp, I decided to do a kids song, which I thought was kind of clever,” says Burchfield. The judges agreed. Two “yes” votes—from Urban and Lopez—meant that he received a coveted “golden ticket,” which would send him to the Hollywood round.

A Rude Awakening Burchfield’s bliss was quickly tempered by the show’s contract, which the singer received only hours after his audition ended. The sheer length of the document made Burchfield skeptical about its content. “In the music business program, we talked a lot about contracts,” says Burchfield. “When they gave me this massive contract, that’s when I started second-guessing everything.” Burchfield quickly sought the advice of Barbe, his former professor, who referred Burchfield to Atlanta-based music lawyer Evita Kaigler. She agreed to examine the contract pro bono. Kaigler tells Flagpole the “Idol” contract was a “kitchen sink deal,” explaining, “Everything that you could possibly imagine that you would want to do as an entertainer is tied into the contract in the very early stages.” The contract would have restricted Burchfield from playing shows or recording music outside of the show. It

also would have barred him from releasing his finished EP, Where to Run, until one year after the final episode of season 13 had aired. (Due to legal restrictions, Burchfield was reluctant to discuss particulars of the contract beyond that.) Kaigler has seen many “Idol” contracts, and says a few of her clients have had success on the program. But success on the show, she emphasizes, does not necessarily transfer over to success in the industry. “No matter how many people are dialing in each week to vote for you, we know that those numbers are not transferring over into record sales,” she says. Burchfield concluded that the “Idol” stipulations did not align with his long-term goals. “You can’t go out and build your career while you are a contestant on ‘American Idol’,” says Kaigler. “Sam… has invested in his career for a good amount of time and had a finished project [ready for release]. We had to consider if ‘American Idol’ was a platform that was consistent with who he was as an artist.” Burchfield’s qualms with the show extended beyond legal matters. Ultimately, he says, he felt like he would be sacrificing his personality in order to “fit the part.” When the musician notified producers of his intent to leave the show, he was told “Idol” executives were hard at work on a “storyline” that would compare Burchfield to season 11 winner (and fellow Georgia native) Phillip Phillips. “I don’t really like Phillip Phillips’ music,” says Burchfield. “I just need to be me, and that’s it.” Burchfield, who now lives in Atlanta, says his “Idol” experience soured him on the “big business” element of the music industry. “He ultimately chose that he did not want to sacrifice the creative vision of his art in exchange for more guaranteed financial success,” says Barbe. “I admire him for doing this, because a lot of people wouldn’t.”

The Right Decision Burchfield says leaving the show was absolutely the right move for him. So why is “Idol” still such a beacon for aspiring singers? According to Burchfield, the answer is simple: Many young musicians believe the show is their only opportunity to make it in a troubled industry. “People go into this thinking, ‘This is my only shot,’ and they are willing to do whatever they can to get the publicity,” he says. But, he argues, the program presents an inaccurate portrayal of what it takes to make it in music. “[The show] promotes that you don’t have to put any work into music—you just show up, sing and look pretty, and if they like you, they prop you up with lots of money,” says Burchfield. “Anybody that has been doing music for a long time realizes that the good stuff comes from slow growth and a lot of practice.” In addition, shows like “Idol,” Burchfield says, are geared towards people who don’t write original material. This is not the case for Burchfield, who brands his own style as “soulful folk.” He released the Motown-inspired Where to Run last January and has since celebrated his post-“Idol” freedom by forming a full band, complete with a permanent horn section. The group has begun touring in hopes of building a bigger fan base, opening for artists like St Paul & the Broken Bones at the Fox Theatre and selling out Eddie’s Attic in Decatur. This year, Burchfield hopes to record his first fulllength album. And, though his “Idol” experience was a bust, Burchfield says the experience made him more confident as a musician and more focused on his art. He is intent on refining his craft, he says, rather than chasing fame. “For me, having a career in music is much more than developing a financially successful career—although that would be a nice bonus,” says Burchfield. “My greatest joys come from creating art that is meaningful to me, and sharing it with the people I love.” f

WHO: Sam Burchfield, Wrenn, Grant Cowan WHERE: 40 Watt Club WHEN: Saturday, Apr. 11, 8 p.m. HOW MUCH: $7 (adv.), $10 (door)

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Prior to the Control screening at CinĂŠ, there a more perfect hangout spot organizers will show a montage of some of than a movie theater stocked with a Corbijn’s music videos and archival Factory full bar? The concept is popular: Across the country, independently owned draft houses Records footage. Raffle tickets, where folks can win access to discounted Creature serve up pints to accompany first- and secComforts beer, tickets to Hook’s show, ond-run screenings. In Athens, CinĂŠ offers patrons a spot to imbibe while checking out signed New Order LPs courtesy of Low Yo Yo Stuff and various other prizes from local the latest, greatest indie releases. businesses are included with entry price Upstart New York City-based film collec(advance purchase comes with two raffle tive Cinema Under the Influence celebrates chances, as opposed to one at the door). this marriage of suds and screen by incorAfter the movie, Athens-based gloomporating a more explicit community angle, punks and Joy Division partnering with local devotees Muuy Biien breweries and showWe started devising a will perform a set ing classic films of its music-oriented evening of “music from and three curators’ careful by the lumichoosing. to cater to Athens’ history as inspired naries of Factory Having hosted seva city with music in its blood. Recordsâ€? down the eral successful events street at The World in their native borough Famous. of Queens, organizers are taking CUI on “Dan has been telling me about Muuy the road with the first time for an Athens Biien for quite a while,â€? says Hogan. “When screening of director Anton Corbijn’s we locked down on making this evening Control, the beautifully shot black-andJoy Division/New Order/Factory Recordswhite biopic about troubled Joy Division centric, we thought it’d be fun to [have a] frontman Ian Curtis.

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The Classic City connection is manifold, says CUI’s Jon Hogan, who was encouraged to bring the project to town by his friend and former roommate Dan Mistich, a UGA graduate instructor and Flagpole contributor. “We started devising a music-oriented evening to cater to Athens’ history as a city with music in its blood,� says Hogan. “We’re R.E.M. fans, and we thought we could screen Control and tip our hat to a director that took some of R.E.M.’s most iconic band photos. It didn’t hurt that R.E.M. were big fans of Joy Division, too.� After learning that Joy Division/New Order bassist Peter Hook was set to perform in Athens on Apr. 21—a show that will feature Hook and his band, The Light, playing Joy Division’s Closer and Unknown Pleasures in their entirety—CUI partnered with the Georgia Theatre, as well as Creature Comforts, to present an evening of Joy Division-themed entertainment, dubbed “Manchester to Athens.�

live performance element that would be sonically equivalent with the visual aesthetic of the film,� which Hogan calls “somber, contemplative [and] hypnotic.� Each of CUI’s film picks is unanimously agreed upon by all its partners, and thus carries a degree of personal recommendation, but Hogan says Control holds a special place for him, especially. “I spent most of high school as a scrawny, shaggy-haired pale kid who wore black nail polish and wrote poetry, so it’s safe to say that Joy Division has long been a significant part of my life,� he says. f

WHAT: Manchester to Athens WHERE: CinĂŠ, The World Famous WHEN: Monday, Apr. 13, 7 p.m. HOW MUCH: $12 (screening, includes raffle ticket), FREE (afterparty w/ band)

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Kuroma’s New Album is Here Plus, More Music News and Gossip By Gordon Lamb threatsandpromises@flagpole.com RISE AGAIN: Longtime Athens musician Hank Sullivant moved back to town a couple of years ago and hasn’t really stopped working at all. When he hasn’t been busy with psych-rock heavyweights MGMT, he’s been recording a new album with his own band, Kuroma. It’s slated to be released Apr. 7 by Seattle label Votiv Music and is a fine piece of learned pop to be added to the Athens canon. Titled Kuromarama, the album was produced by Ben Goldwasser (MGMT) and, while it was mainly recorded in New York, additional production was handled by Athens’ Kyle Spence (Harvey Milk). Kuroma will play the main stage at AthFest this year just before of Montreal, but in the more immediate future, they’ll head out for shows with bands like Tame Impala, Ex Hex and Tennis, as well as several headlining shows of their own. For more information, see facebook.com/ RealKuroma. NO WAY. WAY!: From the now completely substantiated rumor department is news that longtime Athens band Japancakes has recorded a new album and is readying it for release. Although the band is best known for its driving instrumental jams, member Brant Rackley reports that the Kuroma new tracks are more upbeat and different than what fans are used to. While this may be true compositionally, it’s difficult to imagine the group— still composed of Rackley, Eric Berg, Heather McIntosh, John Neff and Nick Bielli—turning into a straight-up rock band. Interestingly, though, the band’s new album features vocalist Carrie Clough (formerly of the Bay Area’s Call & Response) on most of the new tracks. Engineer Andy Baker handled the bulk of the recording and mixing, and Rackley notes that the vocals and cello parts were recorded in Los Angeles. Japancakes’ most recent releases were the twin 2007 recordings of a full-album cover of My Bloody Valentine’s Loveless and the all-original LP Giving Machines. TIME GOES BY LIKE HURRICANES: Avid Bookshop will host author Michael Buffalo Smith on Friday, Apr. 10 from 6:30–7:30 p.m. in celebration of his book Rebel Yell: An Oral History of Southern Rock, published late last year by Mercer University Press. The event is free and open to the public. Smith was the founder of the Southern rock journal Gritz,

and while the book is largely focused on what he calls the “big fourâ€? (the Allman Brothers Band, Lynyrd Skynyrd, the Marshall Tucker Band and the Charlie Daniels Band), it includes input from other authentic sources to flesh out the full story. Smith previously published his autobiography, Prisoner of Southern Rock: A Memoir. More information can be found at michaelbuffalo.net. PURE POP FOR NOW PEOPLE: Jay Gonzalez (Drive-By Truckers) is releasing his new EP this week. It’s titled The Bitter Suite, and based on the one song available for preview, it seems to be another fine entry into Gonzalez’s catalog of classic-pop compositions, which in this instance means equal doses XTC, Beach Boys and Burt Bacharach. The five-track release features Gonzalez (vocals, guitars, bass, ukelele, keyboards and percussion) joined by guitarist and bassist Chris Grehan and percussionist Joe Rowe. Check it out via inflatablemusic. bandcamp.com. NOW FEATURING TED FROM ACCOUNTING!: Registration is now closed for this year’s Athens Business Rocks competition, although for the life of me, I can’t remember hearing that it ever opened. But some folks sure did, and that’s why bands formed by employees of Honey’s Salon, City Salon & Spa, Ground Control and Athens-Clarke Emergency Specialists have already been announced. As always, Athens Business Rocks is administered by and held for the benefit of Nuçi’s Space. The event, which brings together employees from all types of businesses, takes place May 15 and 16 at the 40 Watt Club. More info can be found at athensbusinessrocks.com.

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LOVE ME TWO TIMES: The Darnell Boys will play a double dose of old-time for you this week with twin shows that are basically mere hours apart. First up, they’ll be playing the Georgia Theatre on Tuesday, Apr. 7, as part of a show celebrating photographer Jason Thrasher’s Athens Potluck series of photographs, which will be on display at the Theatre the rest of the year. Next up is the album release show for the Boys’ new album, Workman’s Will, at the Caledonia Lounge on Friday, Apr. 10. They’ll share the bill with Cicada Rhythm and Blair Crimmins & the Hookers. f

record review The Darnell Boys: Workman’s Will (Independent Release) The Darnell Boys’ Ăźber-reverent brand of old-time Americana is, by nature, not particularly subject to change, but there are some subtle shifts afoot on Workman’s Will, the long-anticipated sequel to the band’s 2013 self-titled outing. The new record is fuller, more immediate, due largely to the increased roles of bassist Elijah Neesmith and percussionist Patrick Weise, who add a punkish presence to the three Darnell brothers’ whiskey-worn, backyard blues groove. The opening title track vibes out of the gate with an uptempo swing, as a bright electric guitar noodles tastefully over a minor-key acoustic progression. It’s infectious, as is the next track, “Lazy Little Hound Dog,â€? a chooglin’ tune about a no-good canine companion. Like most of the Boys’ original material, as well as the best Southern roots music of yore, the song is both fiercely literal and slyly suggestive. At 50 minutes, the album drags a bit (though the presence of a ‘90s-style “secret trackâ€? is a fun throwback) and in rare moments it can feel awkwardly appropriative. But songs like the Waitsian “Late Night Crooked Promenade,â€? a Latin-tinged trip through a damaged mind’s back alley, and its follow-up, “What She Ain’t,â€? a lonely, lovely ditty about troubles of the heart, are radiant reminders that these Boys are among the most talented in town. [Gabe Vodicka]

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Dead Elephant Bicycle

Go Bar · 9 p.m. Wednesday brings a mash-up of Classic City past and present, when members of some of the last decade’s most prominent local bands swing through town to showcase new projects. As Dead Elephant Bicycle, former Dark Meat trumpeter Dylan Angell offers a meditative, atmospheric take on starlit Americana. Fellow former Dark Meater Jeff Tobias explores explosive free jazz with Ghosts + Variations, which also features Angell and Tobias’ We Versus the Shark bandmate Scott Smith. The bill is rounded out by John Fernandes and Alec Livaditis, who will perform a duet for clarinet and cello; noise-rock outcasts Smokedog; and Prizmatic Spray, the alter ego of Jace Bartet (Reptar). [Gabe Vodicka]

Tuesday 7 CLASSES: Introduction to PowerPoint (ACC Library) Learn the basics of PowerPoint 2010. Registration required. 10–11:30 a.m. FREE! 706-613-3615, www. athenslibrary.org CLASSES: Illustrator for Beginners (ACC Library) Learn how to create graphics with vectors using Adobe Illustrator. This is ideal for logos or artwork you want to print in multiple sizes. Registration required. 7 p.m. FREE! 706-6133650, www.athenslibrary.org/athens

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EVENT | Apr. 9–Apr. 11

The Great Southland Stampede Rodeo

UGA Instructional Arena · 6 p.m. · $10–15 Now in its 41st year, the UGA Block and Bridle Club’s GSSR is one of the largest studentrun rodeos to be sanctioned by the International Professional Rodeo Association. Cowboys and cowgirls compete in categories such as barrel racing, steer wrestling, calf roping and bull riding. Vendors will be on hand with food and rodeo apparel, and children can enjoy face painting, a petting zoo and pony rides. Each night will raise awareness for different organizations: ACC 4-H and North Georgia Region FFA on Thursday, cancer services at Athens Regional Medical Center on Friday, and the Farmer Veteran Coalition on Saturday. [Jessica Smith]

CLASSES: Learn to Knot Pearl Jewelry (The Pearl Girls) Learn how to knot pearls with local business The Pearl Girls. Registration required. 6:30–8:30 p.m. $39. www. thepearlgirls.com CLASSES: The Law of Attraction and Manifestation (Body, Mind & Spirit) This class teaches many techniques for utilizing the power of your mind to create wonders in your life. 6 p.m. $5. 706-351-6024 EVENTS: Tuesday Tour (Richard B. Russell Building Special Collections Libraries) Take a guided tour of the exhibit galleries of the Walter J. Brown Media Archives and Peabody

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MUSIC | Thursday, Apr. 9

The Mavericks

The Classic Center · 7:30 p.m. · $35–52 An uncategorizable band with an incomparably rich history, the Miami-born, Nashville-based Mavericks topped the country charts in the mid-‘90s with singles like “Here Comes the Rain” and “All You Ever Do is Bring Me Down.” The group recently released Mono, their second LP since reuniting in 2012 and their first without founding bassist Robert Reynolds, who left the group last year amidst a struggle with drug addiction. Despite the personnel drama, the new album grinds and grooves through its 12 Latin-flavored tracks, which also flirt with sunny ska (“Summertime [When I’m With You]”) and weepy folk (“Let It Rain [On Me]”). Acclaimed bluegrass mandolinist Sam Bush coheadlines Thursday. [GV]

Awards Collection, the Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library and the Richard B. Russell Library for Political Research and Studies. Meet in the rotunda on the second floor. 2 p.m. FREE! www.libs.uga.edu/scl EVENTS: International Ag Day (Georgia Museum of Art) Prabhu Pingali, director of the Tata-Cornell Agriculture and Nutrition Initiative at Cornell University, will speak on ending malnutrition at this year’s International Agriculture Day. 4 p.m. FREE! www.global.uga.edu EVENTS: Team 8 Swing Street Dance (Multiple Locations) Team 8 of Dancing with the Athens Stars

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MUSIC | Tuesday, Apr. 14

College Square · 12–5 p.m. · FREE! Hosted by International Student Life, a department within UGA Student Affairs, the 17th annual ISF showcases cultural diversity at UGA. The main stage boasts 18 acts, including CaribSA, Polykarma, Grupo Folklorico Aleli, SALSAthens, Capoeira Maculele Athens and Grupo Tonalli. Members of student associations representing Africa, Japan, Nepal, Indonesia, Brazil Taiwan, China, the Philippines and other corners of the globe will present crafts and interactive projects at informational booths. A new aspect of this year’s festival is a partnership with UGA Food Services, which will offer a handful of traditional dishes. [JS]

The Foundry · 7 p.m. · $5 As the opening act for the second night of the Drive-By Truckers’ annual Homecoming series in February, Lydia Loveless stole the show, ripping through tracks from last year’s wonderful Somewhere Else with clear-eyed, full-voiced power. Two months and a day later, the Ohio-based alt-country songstress returns as part of The Foundry’s weekly Tailgate Tuesday country music series. Loveless’ songs are steeped in that tradition, to be sure, but there’s a punk rock passion that burns just underneath the surface. Her crack band of steely session musicians likewise walks the fine line between turbulence and twang. Athens-based folkie favorite Cortez Garza opens the show. [GV]

International Street Festival

presents an evening of Latin and swing tunes by the Swing Street Dance Band. Proceeds benefit Project Safe. Apr. 7 (DanceFx) & Apr. 8 (Little Kings Shuffle Club), 6–8 p.m. $5 suggested donation. www. swingstreetdanceband.com EVENTS: Umano Sample Sale (Elijana Cosmetics, 480 E. Broad St.) Umano will sell overstocked, returned or near-perfect merchandise and artwork. Swing by for workshops on new spring makeup trends and discounts on Elijana Cosmetics. Also includes food, music, photo ops and a giveaway contest. 4–8 p.m. www.umano.com

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FILM: Two Works by Coco Fusco (Lamar Dodd School of Art, Room S150) View The Couple in the Cage: Guatianaui Odyssey and a/k/a/ Mrs. George Gilbert. Fusco is known for examining issues of cultural otherness, stereotyping and racial politics through performance and video. 6 p.m. FREE! ww.sinewavvves.tumblr. com GAMES: Locos Trivia (Locos Grill & Pub) Westside and Eastside Locos feature trivia night every Tuesday. 8 p.m. FREE! www.locosgrill.com GAMES: General Trivia w/ Creature Comforts (Hi-Lo Lounge) Creature Comforts will tap

a one-of-a-kind keg of Curious. Followed by general trivia with Caitlin Wilson. 8 p.m. FREE! www. hiloathens.com GAMES: Dirty Bingo (Mellow Mushroom) Hosted by Dirty South Trivia. Every Tuesday. 8 p.m. FREE! www.dirtysouthtrivia.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: Dirty South Entertainment Trivia (Choo Choo Japanese Korean Grill Express) Jump on the trivia train! Compete for house prizes and free beer. Every

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Tuesday. 8 p.m. FREE! www.choochoorestaurants.com GAMES: Full Contact Trivia (The Savory Spoon) Compete to win prizes. 7 p.m. FREE! 706-367-5721 KIDSTUFF: Watercolor Basics (Madison County Library, Danielsville) Families are invited to learn the basics of sketching and creating a colorful work of art. 4 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/ madison KIDSTUFF: Learn to Knit (Oconee County Library) Learn the basics of knitting. All materials are provided. Registration required. Participants must attend both classes. Ages 9–13. April 7 & 8, 2–4 p.m. FREE! 706-769-3950, www.athenslibrary. org/oconee KIDSTUFF: Toddler Storytime (ACC Library) An interactive program for ages 2–5. 9:30–10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/athens KIDSTUFF: Blackout Poetry (ACC Library) Celebrate National Poetry Month. Supplies will be provided. Ages 11–18. 4:30 p.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/athens KIDSTUFF: Beginning Watercolor (Madison County Library, Danielsville) Children and families can learn the basics of sketching a design and creating a colorful work of art. 4 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/madison LECTURES & LIT: “Stocks: The Nuts and Bolts� (ACC Library) Edward Jones financial advisor Jess Jensen-Ryan hosts a presentation on how stocks fit into an overall investment strategy. Lunch provided. Call to make a reservation. 11:30 a.m. FREE! 76-583-8834 PERFORMANCE: Christina & Michelle Naughton Piano Duo (Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall) Christina and Michelle Naughton are twin sisters and graduates of the Juilliard School and the Curtis Institute of Music. Their performance, which includes works by Mendelssohn, Debussy, Schoenfield and others, will be recorded for national broadcast on American Public Media’s “Performance Today.� 8 p.m. $25–42. www.pac.uga.edu PERFORMANCE: UGA Jazz Combo (Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall, Edge Hall) The performance is led by professor David D’Angelo. 2 p.m. FREE! www.music.uga.edu

Wednesday 8 ART: Artful Conversation (Georgia Museum of Art) Curator of education Carissa DiCindio leads an in-depth discussion of Daniel Garber’s “Spring Panel� (1931–32). 2 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org CLASSES: The Buddha’s Teachings (Body, Mind & Spirit) Bring more inner peace to your life. Every Wednesday. 6 p.m. $5 suggested donation. 706-351-6024 CLASSES: Eyesight & Insight Improvement Workshop (Bloom) Nathan Oxenfeld, Bates Method teacher, yoga instructor and author of Give Up Your Glasses for Good: Holistic Eyecare for the 21st Century, leads a workshop on how to improve eyesight naturally. 3:30–5:30 p.m. $10 (children), $20 (adults). www. integraleyesight.com COMEDY: Laugh Athens Comedy Presents (The Foundry) Hear jokes from Paul Gallois, headliner Gilbert Lawand and host Jake Brannon. 8 p.m. $5. www.thefoundryathens.com EVENTS: Athens Farmers Market (Creature Comforts Brewery) Local and sustainable produce, meats, eggs, dairy, baked goods, prepared foods, crafts and live music from Jacyln & The Reverend. 4–7 p.m. FREE! www.athensfarmersmarket.net

FILM: Leviathan (CinĂŠ BarcafĂŠ) An award-winning drama about a Russian fisherman (Alexey Serebryakov) who fights back when a corrupt mayor tries to seize his ancestral home. Introduction by Charles Byrd, a Senior Lecturer at UGA. 8:15 p.m. $7.50–9.50. www. athenscine.com GAMES: Sports Trivia (Beef ‘O’ Brady’s) Test your sports knowledge every Wednesday night. 8:30 p.m. FREE! 706-850-1916 GAMES: Dirty Bingo (Grindhouse Killer Burgers) Hosted by Garrett Lennox every Wednesday. Prizes and house cash. 8 p.m. FREE! www. grindhouseburgers.com GAMES: Bingo Bango (Highwire Lounge) Weekly themed games. House cash and drink prizes. 8 p.m. FREE! www.highwirelounge.com GAMES: Entertainment Trivia (Mellow Mushroom) Dirty South Trivia offers house cash prizes. 8 p.m. FREE! 706-613-0892 GAMES: Trivia (Copper Creek Brewing Company) Test your trivia chops for prizes! Every Wednesday. 9 p.m. FREE! 706-546-1102 GAMES: Trivia (Blind Pig Tavern, Both Locations) Every Wednesday. 8 p.m. FREE! www.blindpigtavern.com KIDSTUFF: Toddler Storytime (ACC Library) See Tuesday listing for full description 9:30–10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/athens KIDSTUFF: Anime Club (Oconee County Library) Watch some anime and manga, listen to J-Pop music, eat Japanese snacks and share fan art. Ages 11–18. 7–8 p.m. FREE! 706-769-3950 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 LECTURES & LIT: Reading (The Globe) Local writer A Poet Bee will read his humorous work featuring themes of ecology, nature and life. 7:30 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ globeathens LECTURES & LIT: Book, Jacket and Journal Show (UGA Main Library) The UGA Press will exhibit the Association of American University Presses’ scholarly typographic, scholarly illustrated, trade typographic, trade illustrated and jackets and covers. Apr. 8–10, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. FREE! www.arts.uga.edu MEETINGS: Tech Happy Hour (The World Famous) 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: Trombone Spring Concert (UGA Ramsey Concert Hall) Joshua Bynum will lead the UGA Trombone Choir. 6 p.m. FREE! music.uga.edu

Thursday 9 ART: Lecture: Adelheid Gealt (Georgia Museum of Art) Dr. Adelheid M. Gealt, director emeritus of Indiana University Art Museum and curator of “Pierre Daura (1896– 1976): Picturing Attachments,� will provide her insights into how Pierre Daura responded visually to his family by comparing his choices to those of other artists. 5:30 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org CLASSES: Knit 1 Class (Revival Yarns) Get acquainted with knitting. Learn cast-on stitches and the knit stitch. The class is free with the purchase of materials. RSVP. Apr. 9, 5 p.m. & Apr. 12, 2 p.m. FREE! www. revivalyarnsathens.com

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 CLASSES: One-on-One Digital Media Center Tutorial (ACC Library) The new Digital Media Center is now open! Get individual instruction for graphics, audio or video editing projects or learn to convert albums and cassettes to DVDs and CDs. 6, 7 & 8 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/athens CLASSES: Intro to Excel 2010 (Oconee County Library) Learn the basics of using Excel, the parts of an Excel window, creating a spreadsheet, using basic formulas and more. 10 a.m. FREE! 706-769-3950 CLASSES: First Time Home Buyer’s Seminar (Comfort Inn) Learn about different loan programs, what to expect at closing and what you need to know about Home Owners Insurance. 6 p.m. FREE! vestednyou@kw.com COMEDY: Doug Benson (Georgia Theatre) Comedian Doug Benson from “Last Comic Standing� and “Super High Me� has been on an album-a-year schedule for the past four years. See story on p. 12. 7 p.m. $20. www.georgiatheatre.com EVENTS: Hatch Happy Hour Show and Tell (Allgood Lounge) Show off your newest art or tech creation, be inspired by something someone else has made or find someone to work with in a new idea. Hosted by The Hatch, a new local makerspace. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.hatchathens.com EVENTS: 41st Annual Great Southland Stampede Rodeo (UGA Livestock Instructional Arena) Cowgirls and cowboys from all over the world show off their rodeo skills in this official International Professional Rodeo Association event. See Calendar Pick on p. 22. Apr. 9–11, 6 p.m. $10–15. www. greatsouthlandstampederodeo.com EVENTS: Orpheus Brewing Tap Takeover (Hi-Lo Lounge) Featuring five of the Atlanta brewery’s beers. 6 p.m. www.hiloathens.com EVENTS: Nature Ramblers (State Botanical Garden of Georgia) Learn more about the flora and fauna of the garden while enjoying fresh air and inspirational readings. Ramblers are encouraged to bring their own nature writings or favorite poems and essays to share with the group. 8:30 a.m. FREE! www.botgarden.uga.edu EVENTS: Rabbit Box: “Sink or Swim� (Sandy Creek Park) Local storytellers share stories about “sink or swim� moments around a bonfire. Storytellers include Sayge Medlin, Ansley Hayes, Alan Black, Craig Paige, Tim Denson, Aaron Joslin, Tara Stuart and Claire Coenan. 7 p.m. $2/car. $5 suggested donation. www.rabbitbox.org FILM: Scott Pilgrim vs. the World (UGA Tate Student Center, Theatre) Slacker rocker Scott Pilgrim (Michael Cera) must defeat his dream girl’s seven evil exes. 8 p.m. $1–2. union.uga.edu GAMES: Entertainment Trivia (Butt Hutt Bar-B-Q) Hosted by Dirty South Trivia. Every Thursday. 8 p.m. FREE! 706-850-8511 GAMES: Trivia (El Azteca) Win prizes with host Garrett Lennox. 7:30 p.m. FREE! 706-549-2639 KIDSTUFF: Teen Studio: Piero Lerda (Georgia Museum of Art) Teens ages 13–18 can create their own colorful mixed media works of art inspired by the art of Piero Lerda. 5:30 p.m. FREE! callan@uga.edu, www.georgiamuseum.org KIDSTUFF: Bookworms (Oconee County Library) Children 2 & under are invited for this early-literacy k continued on next page

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program full of stories, songs and playtime. 10:30 a.m. FREE! 706769-3950 KIDSTUFF: 1000 Books Before Kindergarten (ACC Library) Josie S. Bailey presents original stories through body movement, dialects and colorful garments. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/athens LECTURES & LIT: At Home: Athens Women During the Civil War (ACC Library) Learn about the experiences of women left behind to carry on during the Civil War. 12 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/ athens LECTURES & LIT: Book, Jacket and Journal Show (UGA Main Library) See Wednesday listing for full description Apr. 8–10, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. FREE! www.arts.uga.edu MEETINGS: Athens Area Newcomers Club (Central Presbyterian Church) This month’s speaker is Tim Stephenson, host of “The Athens Home Improvement Hour� on 1340 WGAU. 9:30 a.m. FREE! 706-850-7463, athensareanewcomersclub.org PERFORMANCE: The Modern Pinups (40 Watt Club) See dance routines. 8 p.m. $5–7. www.40watt. com PERFORMANCE: UGA Spring Dance Concert (UGA New Dance Theatre) View contemporary and classical repertoire from UGA’s department of dance. Apr. 9–11, 8 p.m. Apr. 12, 2:30 p.m. $10 (students), $16. www.pac.uga.edu PERFORMANCE: Hodgson Singers Concert (Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall) The award-winning Hodgson Singers will perform Heinrich Schutz’s “Selig sind die Toten,� Herbert Howells’ “Requiem,� David Conte’s “Invocation & Dance� and more. 7:30 p.m. $18, $5 (w/ student ID). www.music.uga.edu PERFORMANCE: Second Thursday Concert: Hodgson Singers (Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall) The Second Thursday Concert Series season concludes with the international award-winning Hodgson Singers raising their voices in an uplifting concert led by the Director of Choral Activities, Daniel Bara. 7:30 p.m. $18, $5 (w/ student ID). www.music.uga.edu THEATER: Mary Poppins (Cedar Shoals High School) Cedar Theatre presents a Broadway version of Disney’s classic story. Apr. 9–10, 7 p.m. & Apr. 11–12, 2:30 p.m. $5–8. 706-546-5375 THEATER: Much Ado About Nothing (UGA Fine Arts Building) Directed by Kristin Kundert-Gibbs, this production of Shakespeare’s romantic comedy will feature eight musical numbers, four of which will be performed by a live band. See Theater Notes on p. 10. Apr. 9–11 & 15–18, 8 p.m. Apr. 19, 2:30 p.m. $12 (w/ student ID), $16. www. drama.uga.edu

Friday 10 ART: Opening Reception (OCAF, Watkinsville) The 20th annual “Southworks Juried Art Exhibition� features works by 87 local and national artists. This year’s Director’s Choice Exhibit is “Jan Perkins: Art, Innovation & Technology,� which features digital fine art and mixed media resin paintings. See Art Notes on p. 17. 6–9 p.m. FREE! www. ocaf.com ART: Opening Reception (Sweet Spot Studio Gallery) For new works by Bridget Darryl Ginley. 6–9 p.m. FREE! 706-247-0421

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ART: 90 Carlton: Spring (Georgia Museum of Art) The Friends of the Georgia Museum of Art present a special version of 90 Carlton highlighting this year’s Master of Fine Arts degree candidates exhibition. See Art Notes on p. 17. 6–9 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org CLASSES: Photoshop for Beginners (ACC Library) This lecture-based class will introduce you to the basics of Photoshop, a program now available at the library in the Digital Media Center. 3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/athens CLASSES: Mindfulness Practice Evening (Athens Regional Medical

massive foliage. This event includes breakfast and an opportunity to meet new people while learning about the garden. RSVP by Apr. 8. 9–10:30 a.m. $12. www.botgarden.uga.edu FILM: Into the Woods (UGA Tate Student Center, Theatre) The musical fantasy drama was adapted to the screen from Stephen Sondheim’s Tony Award-winning Broadway musical. Apr. 10–12, 3, 6 & 9 p.m. $1–2. union.uga.edu GAMES: Friday Night Magic (Tyche’s Games) Win prizes. 5:30 p.m. www.tychesgames.com KIDSTUFF: Afterhours: Extreme Scavenger Hunt (ACC Library) Go on an extreme scavenger hunt after the library closes. Pizza will be served before the search.

LECTURES & LIT: Sen. Johnny Isakson Lecture (UGA Dean Rusk Hall, Larry Walker Room) Republican Senator Johnny Isakson will speak on international trade and economic growth. 12:15 p.m. FREE! www.law.uga.edu LECTURES & LIT: Fluke Town Revue (Flicker Theatre & Bar) Flagpole cartoonist Patrick Dean and Fluke co-organizer Robert Newsome will share their work. Emily Armond (Sea of Dogs) will provide music. 6:30 p.m. FREE! newtownrevue. wordpress.com LECTURES & LIT: Book, Jacket and Journal Show (UGA Main Library) See Wednesday listing for full description Apr. 8–10, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. FREE! www.arts.uga.edu

This year’s Director’s Choice Exhibition at the Oconee Cultural Arts Foundation is “Jan Perkins: Art, Innovation & Technology.� An opening reception will be held in conjunction with the 20th annual “Southworks Exhibition� on Friday, Apr. 10 from 6–9 p.m. Perkins will give a gallery talk and demonstration on digital painting on Saturday, Apr. 11 at 10 a.m. Center, Mind Body Institute) Facilitated discussion and mindfulness practices led by Mike Healy. 5:30 p.m. FREE! www.armc.org/mbi CLASSES: Finishing Techniques Class (Revival Yarns) Learn how to join pieces and sew seams. You will be introduced to different types of seam stitches. RSVP. 3 p.m. $15. www.revivalyarnsathens.com COMEDY: Todd Barry (40 Watt Club) Todd Barry is a New York City-based comedian widely recognized for his roles on “Flight of the Conchords� and Comedy Central specials. With opener Andrew Polk. See story on p. 12. 8 p.m. $18–19. www.40watt.com EVENTS: 41st Annual Great Southland Stampede Rodeo (UGA Livestock Instructional Arena) See Thursday listing for full description Apr. 9–11, 6 p.m. $10–15. www. greatsouthlandstampederodeo.com EVENTS: Friends First Friday: Jurassic Park Gardening (State Botanical Garden) Barbie Colvin discusses her use of plants with

Registration required. Ages 11–18. 6 p.m. FREE! plewis@athenslibrary. org, www.athenslibrary.org/athens KIDSTUFF: Crafternoon: Paper Flowers (Oconee County Library) Learn to make paper flowers using upcycled books. Adults and children 10 and older. 3 p.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/oconee LECTURES & LIT: Meet the Author (Avid Bookshop) Meet author Michael Buffalo Smith in celebration of his book Rebel Yell: An Oral History of Southern Rock. 6 p.m. FREE! www.avidbookshop.com LECTURES & LIT: Andrea Carson Coley Lecture (Richard B. Russell Building Special Collections Libraries, Room 271) Dr. Juana MarĂ­a RodrĂ­guez presents “Sexual Affects: Visualizing Pleasure, Troubling Politics.â€? RodrĂ­guez is the author of Sexual Futures, Queer Gestures and Other Latina Longings and Queer Latinidad: Identity Practices, Discursive Spaces. 12:30 p.m. FREE! iws.uga.edu

LECTURES & LIT: Distinguished Lecturer (Miller Learning Center, Room 350) Claudio Benzecrey, associate professor of sociology at the University of Connecticut, presents “How do Sweat, Tact and Sound Get Assembled? Lessons from Going to the Opera, Buying Soccer Jerseys and Following the Global Shoe.� 2:30 p.m. FREE! www. willson.uga.edu LECTURES & LIT: “Hope is a Four-Letter Word� (The H. T. Edwards Complex) Sarah Junkin Woodard from the Center for Development in Central America present new information on the organization’s work in Nicaragua to help communities become self-sufficient, sustainable and democratic entities. 6:30 p.m. FREE! 706-254-8676 MEETINGS: Healing Circle & Meditation (Body, Mind & Spirit) Experience different modalities and forms of meditation. Every Friday. 6 p.m. $5 suggested donation. 706351-6024

PERFORMANCE: UGA Spring Dance Concert (UGA New Dance Theatre) See Thursday listing for full description Apr. 9–11, 8 p.m. Apr. 12, 2:30 p.m. $10 (students), $16. www.pac.uga.edu PERFORMANCE: The Hodgson Wind Ensemble (Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall) The performance features exciting repertoire for wind band, including a special performance of John Stevens’ “Concerto for Euphonium.” 8 p.m. $5 (w/ student ID), $10. www.music.uga.edu PERFORMANCE: Athens Showgirl Cabaret (Little Kings Shuffle Club) A unique drag show featuring performances by local drag artists. 10:30 p.m. $5. www.facebook.com/ lkshuffleclub THEATER: Much Ado About Nothing (UGA Fine Arts Building) See Thursday listing for full description Apr. 9–11 & 15–18, 8 p.m. Apr. 19, 2:30 p.m. $12 (w/ student ID), $16. www.drama.uga.edu THEATER: One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest (Athens Community Theater) Criminal McMurphy (Joel Altherr) rallies the patients to take on the oppressive head nurse (Amy Miller) upon his admittance to a mental institution. Based on Ken Kesey’s 1962 novel. See Theater

RSVP. 2–4 p.m. $30. www.revivalyarnsathens.com CLASSES: Saki Toes Class (Revival Yarns) Make a fitted slipper to keep your feet warm. RSVP. 10:30 a.m. $30. www.revivalyarnsathens.com CLASSES: Spring Wildflowers of the Granite Outcrops of Georgia (State Botanical Garden of Georgia) Learn about the ecology and plants of Piedmont granite outcrops with a visit to the Rock and Shoals Natural Area. 9 a.m.–1 p.m. $50. www.botgarden.uga.edu CLASSES: Bikram Yoga Open House (Bikram Yoga Athens) Meet teachers and take a hot yoga class. Prizes and refreshments. 10 a.m., 12 p.m. & 4 p.m. FREE! www.bikramathens.com EVENTS: International Street Festival (Broad St. & College Ave.) International Student Life at UGA presents a festival showcasing various student groups and community organizations through cultural displays, live music and dance performances. See Calendar Pick on p. 22. 12–5 p.m. FREE! isl.uga.edu EVENTS: 14th Annual Fluke MiniComics Festival (40 Watt Club) Mini-comics, zines and independent publications by comic artists, underground publishers and enthu-

EVENTS: Athens Farmers Market (Bishop Park) Local and sustainable produce, meats, eggs, dairy, baked goods, prepared foods and crafts. Live music by Larry Forte (8 a.m.) and Hope for Agoldensummer (10 a.m.). 8 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www. athensfarmersmarket.net EVENTS: Terrapin Beer Co. Anniversary Carnival (Terrapin Beer Co.) Celebrate 13 years of Terrapin Beer with live music, carnival games, local vendors and plenty of beer. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Community Connection of Northeast Georgia. 4:30–8:30 p.m. $25. www.terrainbeer.com EVENTS: Wheels & Wings Bike Night (Kumquat Mae Bakery Café) Held the second Saturday of every month. 5 p.m. www.kumquatbakery. com EVENTS: Sheep to Shawl (Robert L. Bridges Park, Statham) There will be several demonstrations including sheep shearing, blacksmithing, soap making, beekeeping, basket weaving and more. There will also be live animals, food vendors and handmade crafts. 10 a.m.–3 p.m. FREE! lhgstathamga@gmail.com EVENTS: Plantapalooza (Various Locations) Trees, shrubs, herbs, perennials and annuals will be on

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KIDSTUFF: Critter Tales (Sandy Creek Nature Center) Families are invited to listen to a story about nature. Staff will then bring it to life by visiting a critter or going outdoors for an activity. 2:30–3 p.m. FREE! 706-613-3615 KIDSTUFF: Library Birthday Party (ACC Library) Celebrate the library’s 102nd birthday with a puppet show performance and a slice of birthday cake. 11 a.m. FREE! 706-613-3650, www.athenslibrary.org LECTURES & LIT: Meet the Cookbook Authors: Cheryl & Griffith Day (Avid Bookshop) Meet Cheryl and Griff Day in celebration of their second cookbook Back in the Day Bakery Made with Love. 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.avidbookshop.com OUTDOORS: 2nd Saturday Community Farm Work Day (Athens Land Trust Williams Farm, 235 Northside Dr.) Get your hands dirty and learn something new. 9 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.athenslandtrust.org PERFORMANCE: UGA Spring Dance Concert (UGA New Dance Theatre) See Thursday listing for full description Apr. 9–11, 8 p.m. Apr. 12, 2:30 p.m. $10 (students), $16. www.pac.uga.edu THEATER: Mary Poppins (Cedar Shoals High School) See Thursday listing for full description Apr. 9–10, 7 p.m. & Apr. 11–12, 2:30 p.m. $5–8. 706-546-5375 THEATER: Much Ado About Nothing (UGA Fine Arts Building) See Thursday listing for full description Apr. 9–11 & 15–18, 8 p.m. Apr. 19, 2:30 p.m. $12 (w/ student ID), $16. www.drama.uga.edu THEATER: One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest (Athens Community Theater) See Friday listing for full description Apr. 10–11, 16–18, 8 p.m. Apr. 12 & 19, 2 p.m. $8–15. townandgownplayers.org

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Stars play the Georgia Theatre on Wednesday, Apr. 8. Notes on p. 10. Apr. 10–11, 16–18, 8 p.m. Apr. 12 & 19, 2 p.m. $8–15. townandgownplayers.org THEATER: Mary Poppins (Cedar Shoals High School) See Thursday listing for full description Apr. 9–10, 7 p.m. & Apr. 11–12, 2:30 p.m. $5–8. 706-546-5375

Saturday 11 ART: Gallery Talk & Demo (OCAF, Watkinsville) Jan Perkins, who is featured in the Members’ Gallery, leads a discussion of her work and demonstrates her “digital painting” style. See Art Notes on p. 17. 10 a.m.–12 p.m. Donations accepted. www.ocaf.com ART: Wig Out! (Athens Institute for Contemporary Art: ATHICA) Enjoy food, drinks, a silent auction, music, dancing, surprise performances and prizes. Wear your favorite wig or homemade hairpiece. 8–11 p.m. $20 membership fee, $10 guests. www. athica.org ART: Slow Art Day (Georgia Museum of Art) This worldwide event encourages people to take a break and visit their local museums and galleries. 10 a.m.–5 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org CLASSES: Reversible Cables Class (Revival Yarns) Knit cables that look great from every angle.

siasts. 11 a.m.–6 p.m. $2. www. flukeathens.com EVENTS: 41st Annual Great Southland Stampede Rodeo (UGA Livestock Instructional Arena) See Thursday listing for full description Apr. 9–11, 6 p.m. $10–15. www.greatsouthlandstampederodeo. com EVENTS: River Rendezvous (Sandy Creek Nature Center) Volunteers are needed to collect water samples from streams and rivers in the surrounding area to be tested for water quality. A light breakfast and coffee will be provided. Children’s activities will be ongoing from 10 a.m.–1 p.m. Dress to get wet. 9 a.m.–1 p.m. FREE! www.uown.org EVENTS: Art + Activism (Nuçi’s Space) UGA club CHROMA and Amnesty International UGA co-host an evening of performances by Spoken Word, Lady Parts, UGA Ballroom Dance and more. View artwork from Project Safe and local artists, and meet spokespeople from various community organizations. Proceeds benefit ULead. 6:30–9 p.m. $5. www.chromauga.com EVENTS: Really Really Free Market (Reese & Pope Park) Bring what you can; take what you need. No bartering, trading or paying. Second Saturday of every month. 12–2 p.m. FREE! reallyreallyfreemarketathens@gmail.com

sale at The Trial Gardens at UGA, UGA’s Horticulture Club (intersection of Riverbend and College Station Rd.) and at the State Botanical Garden. 8 a.m.–2 p.m. contact@ ugatrialgardens.com, plantapalooza. uga.edu FILM: Get Exposed! A Film Athens Networking Event (Hi-Lo Lounge) Get involved with the local film scene and meet up with industry professionals and supporters of local film, media and commercial production. All directors, producers, actors, writers, set designers, film composers and enthusiasts welcome. 5:30–8 p.m. FREE! www. filmathens.net FILM: Into the Woods (UGA Tate Student Center) See Friday listing for full description Apr. 10–12, 3, 6 & 9 p.m. $1–2. union.uga.edu GAMES: International TableTop Day (Tyche’s Games) Play some new games. 12 p.m. FREE! www. tychesgames.com GAMES: G Day: UGA Spring Football Game (Sanford Stadium) Get a preview of the upcoming season as the UGA football team splits into red and black squads. 1 p.m. www.georgiadogs.com 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

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THE CALENDAR! GAMES: Trivia (Blind Pig Tavern, 2440 W. Broad St.) Every Sunday. 6 p.m. FREE! www.blindpigtavern.com GAMES: Entertainment Trivia (Blind Pig Tavern, 485 Baldwin St.) Hosted by Dirty South. Every Sunday. 6 p.m. FREE! www.blindpigtavern.com GAMES: Trivia (Brixx Wood Fired Pizza) Test your skills. Every Sunday. 9 p.m. FREE! 706-395-1660 GAMES: Brewer’s Inquisition (Buffalo’s Café) Trivia hosted by Chris Brewer. Every Sunday. 6:30 p.m. (sign-in), 7 p.m. FREE! www. facebook.com/buffaloscafeathens KIDSTUFF: Read to Rover (Madison County Library, Danielsville) Beginning readers read aloud to a certified therapy dog. 3–4 p.m. FREE! 706-795-5597 LECTURES & LIT: Unitarian Universalist Forum (Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens) Dan Hope will speak on “The Oconee River Land Trust: Saving for Future Generations.” 10:15 a.m. FREE! www.uuathensga.org LECTURES & LIT: The Many Voices of Memoir Writing (ACC Library) This program features writers Roger Bailey, Caryl Sundland, Sharla Campbell and more who will read from their memoirs. 3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/athens PERFORMANCE: UGA Spring Dance Concert (UGA New Dance Theatre) See Thursday listing for full description Apr. 9–11, 8 p.m. Apr. 12, 2:30 p.m. $10 (students), $16. www.pac.uga.edu THEATER: An Evening of Dramatic Play Readings (Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens) Town and Gown regulars Elliott-Gower, John Olive and Ginny Simmons read three playwrights’ different dramatizations of a man trying to woo a woman. Selections include The Proposal by ANton Chekhov, scenes from The Illusion by Tony Kushner and an excerpt from The Taming of the Shrew by William Shapkespeare. A reception will follow. 7 p.m. $15. www.uuathensga.org THEATER: One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest (Athens Community Theater) See Friday listing for full description Apr. 10–11, 16–18, 8 p.m. Apr. 12 & 19, 2 p.m. $8–15. townandgownplayers.org THEATER: Mary Poppins (Cedar Shoals High School) See Thursday listing for full description Apr. 9–10, 7 p.m. & Apr. 11–12, 2:30 p.m. $5–8. 706-546-5375

Monday 13 CLASSES: Introduction to Email (ACC Library) Get a general overview of how email works. 6 p.m. FREE! 706-613-3650 COMEDY: Comic Strip (The Office Lounge) Featuring Mag Jackson. Hosted by Alia Ghosheh. 8 p.m. $5. www.facebook.com/officeathens EVENTS: Cinema Under the Influence (Ciné Barcafé) In conjunction with Peter Hook & the Light’s performance at Georgia Theatre on Apr. 21, Cinema Under the Influence presents an evening of film, beer and music. A reception with Creature Comforts beer will screen a selection of Factory Records performance footage and Anton Corbijn music videos. A screening of Corbijn’s Control at 8 p.m. will be accompanied by a program of essays. The party continues at World Famous at 11 p.m. with Muuy Biien. See story on p. 20. 7 p.m. $12. www.athenscine.com

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EVENTS: Featured Farmer Dinner (DaySpring Farms, 230 Daisy Dr., Danielsville) Heirloom Café presents a four-course dinner with ingredients sourced from the farm. Paired with Creature Comforts beers. Call to reserve spot. 6 p.m. $65 (includes tax & gratuity). 706-354-7901, www. heirloomathens.com EVENTS: Boybutante Ball Drag Search (Hendershot’s Coffee Bar) Join Miss Thing as she looks for the Drag Queen or King with the right Beauty, Intelligence, Tenacity, Charm and Hautness to join the Dragvengers! The grand prize is a place in the 26th Annual Boybutante Ball. 7:30–10 p.m. FREE! www. boybutante.org FILM: The Paw Project (Miller Learning Center, Room 101) The

invited for bedtime stories every Monday. 7 p.m. FREE! 706-6133650 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: Globis Forum: Terrori$m (Miller Learning Center, Room 148) Expert panelists sponsored by the Center for the Study of Global Issues answer the question, “Who profits in the age of terrorism?” 5:30 p.m. FREE! www.intl.uga. edu/globis PERFORMANCE: UGA TubaEuphonium Ensemble (UGA Ramsey Concert Hall) Professor

EVENTS: Tuesday Tour (Richard B. Russell Building Special Collections Libraries) 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 and Studies. Meet in the rotunda on the second floor. 2 p.m. FREE! www.libs.uga.edu/scl EVENTS: University Woman’s Club Fashion Show & Luncheon (Athens Country Club) The University Woman’s Club presents a three-course meal and a sneak preview of spring and summer styles. Proceeds benefit the UWC scholarship fund. 11 a.m. $25. www. womansclub.uga.edu GAMES: Trivia (Hi-Lo Lounge) General trivia with host Caitlin Wilson. 8:30 p.m. FREE! 706-8508561

Undertaking. 6 p.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/oconee LECTURES & LIT: African American Authors Book Club (ACC Library) This month’s title is Black Like Me by John Howard Griffin. Newcomers welcome. 5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org

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: Dirty South Entertainment Trivia (Choo Choo Japanese Korean Grill Express) Jump on the trivia train! Compete for house prizes and free beer. Every Tuesday. 8 p.m. FREE! www.choochoorestaurants.com GAMES: Dirty Bingo (Mellow Mushroom) Hosted by Dirty South Trivia. Every Tuesday. 8 p.m. FREE! www.dirtysouthtrivia.com 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 LECTURES & LIT: Timothy Ziemer Lecture (Georgia Center for Continuing Education) Retired Navy Rear Adm. Timothy Ziemer will share his experiences overseeing the President’s Malaria Initiative. 4 p.m. FREE! www.calendar.uga.edu LECTURES & LIT: Meet the Author (Oconee County Library) Meet mystery author Mark de Castrique in celebration of his novel Risky

Leptons and Peanuts” on a tour led by museum director William Underwood Eiland and chief preparator Todd Rivers. 2 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org CLASSES: Medicinal Salves (State Botanical Garden of Georgia) This class covers making herbal infused oils, base oils for salve making and essential oils to treat a variety of symptoms. 9–11 a.m. $24. www. botgarden.uga.edu CLASSES: The Buddha’s Teachings (Body, Mind & Spirit) Bring more inner peace to your life. Every Wednesday. 6 p.m. $5 suggested donation. 706-351-6024 CLASSES: Herb Gardening Workshop (ACC Library) This class covers how to start herbs from seed, maintenance, pruning, fertilizer, using containers and harvesting. Open to all levels. 6 p.m. FREE! atedrow@uga.edu CLASSES: Poetry Workshop (ACC Library) Accomplished poet Clela Reed shares some of her poems and leads attendees through the poetic process with writing prompts and suggestions. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/athens CLASSES: Podcasting for Beginners (ACC Library) Learn how to record and edit basic sound files which you can then distribute online to friends, clients or fellow hobbyists. This class uses the freeware sound-editing program

Wednesday 15 ART: Lunch and Learn: GrantWriting (Lyndon House Arts Center) Marilyn Wolf-Regatz, Chair of Athens Cultural Affairs Commission and arts educator, discusses how to create successful proposals for public art grants. Presented by the AAAC. 12 p.m. FREE! (AAAC members), $15 (nonmembers). www.athensarts.org ART: Tour at Two (Georgia Museum of Art) Visit “Jay Robinson: Quarks,

My Excuse plays Flicker Theatre & Bar on Thursday, Apr. 9. documentary follows a grassroots movement to protect cats, both large and small, from the painful and crippling effects of declawing. Part of Speak Out for Species’ Animal Voices Film Festival. 7:30 p.m. FREE! sos.uga.edu GAMES: Team Trivia (Beef ‘O’ Brady’s) Win house cash and prizes! Every Monday night. 8:30 p.m. FREE! 706-850-1916 GAMES: Team Trivia (Highwire Lounge) House cash prizes and mini games. Every Monday. 8 p.m. FREE! www.highwirelounge.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: Rock and Roll Trivia (Little Kings Shuffle Club) Get a team together and show off your extensive music knowledge! Hosted by Jonathan Thompson. 9 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/lkshuffleclub 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: Bedtime Stories (ACC Library) Children of all ages are

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David Zerkel leads the ensemble in their spring concert. 6 p.m. FREE! www.pac.uga.edu PERFORMANCE: UGA Symphonic Band (Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall) The ensemble will give a their final concert of the year under the direction of conductor Michael Robinson. 8 p.m. FREE! www.music.uga.edu

Tuesday 14 ART: Athens Fibercraft Guild (Lyndon House Arts Center) The Guild welcomes all amateur and professional fiber artists including knitters, crocheters, weavers, spinners, fabric designers, basket makers, quilters and embroiderers. Meetings are held the second Tuesday of every month. Samira Hazen will present a program on how to make Chinese dragon boat ornaments for this month’s meeting. 12:30 p.m. FREE! 706-543-4319 CLASSES: Windows 8.1 Class (ACC Library) Learn about the latest Microsoft Windows Operating System. 3 p.m. FREE! 706-6133650, ext. 354 CLASSES: The Law of Attraction and Manifestation (Body, Mind & Spirit) This ongoing class teaches many techniques for utilizing the power of your mind to create wonders in all areas of your life. 6 p.m. $5. 706-351-6024

Audacity. Registration required. 7 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org 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. 3 p.m. FREE! 706-850-1354, www.revivalyarnsathens.com CLASSES: Cables Class (Revival Yarns) Learn how to create cables. RSVP. 6 p.m. $15. www.revivalyarnsathens.com EVENTS: Athens Farmers Market (Creature Comforts Brewery) Local and sustainable produce, meats, eggs, dairy, baked goods, prepared foods, crafts and live music by Todd Lister. 4–7 p.m. FREE! www.athensfarmersmarket.net EVENTS: Boybutante Drag Bingo (The Foundry) The Boybutante AIDS Foundation hosts a fundraiser to benefit programs that provide services to people living with HIV/AIDS. Win prizes, get fed and be entertained by queens Sophia Lo’Rent, Ms. Clementine May Jackson and Ming Vase-Dynasty. 6–11 p.m. $10 (three Bingo cards). www.boybutante.org GAMES: Dirty Bingo (Grindhouse Killer Burgers) Hosted by Garrett Lennox every Wednesday. Prizes and house cash. 8 p.m. FREE! www. grindhouseburgers.com GAMES: Trivia (Copper Creek Brewing Company) See Wednesday listing for full description 9 p.m. FREE! 706-546-1102 GAMES: Trivia (Blind Pig Tavern, Both Locations) Every Wednesday. 8 p.m. FREE! www.blindpigtavern.com GAMES: Sports Trivia (Beef ‘O’ Brady’s) See Wednesday listing for full description 8:30 p.m. FREE! 706-850-1916 GAMES: Bingo Bango (Highwire Lounge) See Wednesday listing for full description 8 p.m. FREE! www. highwirelounge.com GAMES: Entertainment Trivia (Mellow Mushroom) See Wednesday listing for full description 8 p.m. FREE! 706-613-0892 KIDSTUFF: Wee Walk Through the Zoo (Memorial Park) Zoo staff lead this guided walk to learn animal names, explore the Reptile House and meet a snake up close. Ages 3–5 with a parent. 10 a.m. $2–3. www.athensclarkecounty.com/leisure 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: Toddler Storytime (ACC Library) See Tuesday listing for full description 9:30–10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/athens 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 LECTURES & LIT: Mandala Launch Party (Avid Bookshop) Mandala Journal is a student-run, multicultural literary journal at UGA that includes poetry, short fiction, non-fiction and art. 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.avidbookshop.com MEETINGS: Tech Happy Hour (The World Famous) See Wednesday listing for full description 6 p.m. FREE! www.fourathens.com/happy-hour PERFORMANCE: UGA Collegium Musicum (UGA Ramsey Concert Hall) Featuring both singers and instrumentalists, the group is dedicated to performing medieval, baroque and renaissance music in period-correct style. 6 p.m. FREE! www.music.uga.edu

THEATER: Much Ado About Nothing (UGA Fine Arts Building) See Thursday listing for full description Apr. 9–11 & 15–18, 8 p.m. Apr. 19, 2:30 p.m. $12 (w/ student ID), $16. www.drama.uga.edu

Down the Line EVENTS: Dancing with the Athens Stars 4/18 (The Classic Center) 7 p.m. $20. www.project-safe.org, www.classiccenter.com

LIVE MUSIC Tuesday 7 Caledonia Lounge 9 p.m. $5 (21+), $7 (18-20). www. caledonialounge.com DAIKAIJU Hardcore melodic rock group playing instrumentals. CRUNCHY New local “doom-dance” duo featuring Phelan LaVelle and Kathleen Duffield. VACATIONS Gritty local surf-rock duo. The Foundry Tailgate Tuesday. 7 p.m. $5 (adv.), $7 (door). www.thefoundryathens.com BOBBY COMPTON BAND Local country singer-songwriter. Georgia Theatre Nuci’s Space Benefit. 6 p.m. $10. www. georgiatheatre.com ATHENS POTLUCK Enjoy an exhibit of Athens music photographs from Jason Thrasher, plus live music from Patterson Hood, Laura Carter and Andrew Rieger, Thayer Sarrano, Don Chambers, Will Cullen Hart, Kevin Sweeney, Jill Carnes, Jim Wilson, Art Rosenbaum, Creston Spiers and many others. See Calendar Pick on p. 16. Go Bar Tom Tom Club Tuesdays. 9 p.m. FREE! 706-546-5609 TOM VISIONS Post-mystical, electronic, psychedelic folk music from the artist formerly known as Tom(b) Television. HAND SAND HANDS Experimental, highly psychedelic electronic sounds from Jonathan Miller. MICHAEL POTTER Local experimental sound artist. JONES COLLEGE RADIO No info available. Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 8 p.m. www.hendershotscoffee.com THE FUNKY KNUCKLES Nationally renowned jazz fusion group. AMERICAN MANNEQUINS Thoughtful, melodic, danceable rock and roll for the upcoming new wave apocalypse. MACK MAVIS Local experimental jazz duo featuring Zack Milster and Mason Davis. Live Wire Myriad. 9 p.m. FREE! 706-543-8283 MYRIAD HOUSE BAND Members of Partial Cinema, Monsoon and Saturn Valley lead an open jam session. THE PURPLE BASICS Local jazzy indie-rock trio influenced by R.E.M. and Radiohead. Lumpkin Street Station 9 p.m. $10. www.facebook.com/ LumpkinStreetStation CHUCK PROPHET & THE MISSION EXPRESS Americana group led by acclaimed songwriter Chuck Prophet, known for his work with psych-rock band Green on Red.

The Manhattan Café Loungy Tuesday. 9 p.m. FREE! 706369-9767 DJ NATE FROM WUXTRY Playing an all-vinyl set of slow and melancholy songs for sad sacks and lonely lovers. Nowhere Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-4742 SESSIONS WITH S-WORDS AND FRIENDS Local band playing funky pop-rock with a touch of Southern jam.

Wednesday 8 Blue Sky 5 p.m. FREE! 706-850-3153 VINYL WEDNESDAYS Bring your own records and spin them! 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. Caledonia Lounge 9 p.m. $5 (21+), $7 (18-20). www. caledonialounge.com HOOKER New local five-piece rock band. REVEL IN ROMANCE Indie pop-rock band from Atlanta, GA. BRIDGES Local folk-rock group featuring Alex Young. Creature Comforts Brewery Athens Farmers Market. 5 p.m. FREE! www.athensfarmersmarket.net JACLYN STEELE & THE REVEREND Reverend Conner Tribble teams up with singer Jaclyn Steele. Flicker Theatre & Bar 9 p.m. www.flickertheatreandbar.com SHEHEHE Local band that draws from old-school punk and arena rock to create a fist-pumping atmosphere. TWINKI Drag queen rapper from Jacksonville, FL. BLUNT BANGS Local indie-pop band featuring Black Kids frontman Reggie Youngblood. WICKED KING The band says it is “a speeding train of rock that will not slow down! Hop on board or get out of the way!” Georgia Theatre 8 p.m. $16. www.georgiatheatre.com STARS Acclaimed synth-pop band from Montreal, Canada. WILD MOCCASINS Indie-pop band from Houston, TX. Go Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-5609 DEAD ELEPHANT BICYCLE The atmospheric folk project of former Athenian Dylan Angell. See Calendar Pick on p. 22. GHOSTS + VARIATIONS Free-jazz mayhem courtesy of Jeff Tobias, Dylan Angell and Scott Smith. SMOKEDOG Reunited after a hiatus, this local band plays noisy, burnedout rock and roll. JOHN FERNANDES AND ALEC LIVADITIS Two local experimental musicians team up for a duo set. PRIZMATIC SPRAY Jace Bartet (Reptar, Double Ferrari) performs a set of high-energy electro-guitar spazz. Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 8 p.m. www.hendershotscoffee.com JESS KLEIN Popular and prolific folk singer-songwriter. ROD PICOT Americana singer-songwriter fixture from Nashville.

Hi-Lo Lounge 10 p.m. FREE! 706-850-8561 KARAOKE WITH THE KING Sing your guts out every Wednesday! Live Wire 7 p.m. FREE! www.livewireathens.com OPEN MIC Each performance gets 10 minutes. Drums and guitar amps are provided. Locos Grill & Pub 7 p.m. 706-549-7700 (Timothy Rd. location) SALLY & THE SIX GRAND BAND Long-running local dance band.

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Thursday 9 Barbeque Shack 7 p.m. FREE! 706-613-6752 OPEN BLUEGRASS JAM All pickers welcome! Every Thursday! Caledonia Lounge 9 p.m. $5 (21+), $7 (18-20). www. caledonialounge.com THAYER SARRANO Local songwriter playing hazy, desolate, Southerninspired rock tunes. BUFFALO HAWK Heavy, Crazy Horse-inspired band led by Matt Stoessel and featuring Paul McHugh, Brantley Senn and Jim Wilson. GUMSHOE Lean, darkly evocative rock songs with vivid imagery, courtesy of frontman Andy Dixon’s weirdo-as-Everyman lyrics. The Classic Center 7:30 p.m. $35–$52. www.classiccenter. com THE MAVERICKS Long-running, Latin-flavored country-rock act. See Calendar Pick on p. 22. SAM BUSH Acclaimed bluegrass mandolinist and songwriter. DePalma’s Italian Cafe 7 p.m. FREE! 706-552-1237 (Timothy Road location) THE TINY JAZZ ARKESTRA Featuring members of the Athens A-Train Band, POC and original members of Efren playing original and standard jazz tunes. Flicker Theatre & Bar 9 p.m. $5. www.flickertheatreandbar. com MY EXCUSE Greek rock and roll band with a driving, radio-friendly sound. LOVESONGS Newly formed experimental ensemble whose influences include Sex Mob and Sleep. Georgia Theatre On the Rooftop. 11 p.m. FREE! www. georgiatheatre.com PIANO Statesboro-based rock and roll trio with an energetic live presence. The Globe 10 p.m. FREE! 706-353-4721 ROUGH SHAPE New Orleans-based anarchist punk band. k continued on next page

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LANTERNS New electronics-anddrums project from Josh Laskin of Baltimore, MD group Extant. L’OR No info available. SWAMP Melodic and wiry local indie rock band. DUDE MAGNETS Noisy indie-rock chaos. Go Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-5609 KARAOKE Hosted by karaoke fanatic John “Dr. Fred” Bowers and featuring a large assortment of pop, rock, indie and more. The Grotto 10 p.m. 706-549-9933 LEAVING COUNTRIES Local singersongwriters Louis Phillip Pelot and Landon Trust play a “mind-boggling wall of organic sound with upbeat, travel-driven lyrics.” Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 8 p.m. FREE! www.hendershotscoffee. com TREY WRIGHT Local jazz guitarist and member of the band Squat. CD release party! Little Kings Shuffle Club Heather and Charlie Party! 6:30 p.m. www.facebook.com/lkshuffleclub SPACE TRUCKS Afro-kraut-beat ensemble led by Bryan Poole (The Late B.P. Helium, Elf Power). MIND BRAINS New local supergroup playing experimental pop music with skewed sensibilities. Live Wire 11 p.m. FREE! www.livewireathens.com TECROPOLIS Athens’ longestrunning electronic dance music monthly, with special guests Flashbomb and Robbie Dude. Nowhere Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-4742 MILLI FUNGUS Jam band from Greenville, SC. 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. 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. Walker’s Coffee & Pub 9 p.m. FREE! 706-543-1433 KARAOKE Every Thursday! Your Pie 6:30 p.m. FREE! 706-355-7048 (Gaines School Rd. location) LANDON TRUST Local singer-songwriter performs an acoustic set. 6:30 p.m. FREE! 706-850-7424 (Five Points location) IAN ROWLAND Local progressive funk musician plays a solo set. 6:30 p.m. FREE! 706-850-5675 (E. Broad St. location) STEPHANIE SCHECTER Local singer-songwriter with a personal acoustic style.

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try blues originals backed by upright bass, singing saw and junkyard percussion. Album release show! BLAIR CRIMMINS AND THE HOOKERS Atlanta-based ragtime/ Dixieland jazz revival outfit. CICADA RHYTHM Acoustic guitar and upright bass duo playing bluegrass-tinged indie folk, filled with paired vocal harmonies. Flicker Theatre & Bar 10 p.m. www.flickertheatreandbar.com KIP BRADLEY Alt-country singersongwriter from Tennessee. JACK BLAUVELT Dana Swimmer frontman performs a solo set. HAPPY RABBITS Experimental pop group led by songwriter Taber Lathrop. The Foundry 8 p.m. $7. www.thefoundryathens.com CODY WEBB Nashville-based country artist. CD release party! DANIEL LEE BAND Local Southern rock/country outfit. Georgia Theatre 8 p.m. $15. www.georgiatheatre.com LANGHORNE SLIM Folksy soul band based in Brooklyn, NY. PALEFACE Joyful, foot-stompin’ folk musician with a rich and starstudded past. The Globe 10 p.m. 706-353-4721 DREAM CULTURE Atlanta-based psychedelic dream-pop group. KING GURU Soulful indie rock group from Atlanta. BIGG IFF New solo voice-and-percussion project from David Chandler (Pretty Bird). Go Bar Ensembles. 10 p.m. 706-546-5609 ALEC LIVADITIS & KYLE SHERRILL Free improv duo. RICHARD HUNSINGER & JACOB PARR Duo performing “Vier Bagatellen” by Eberhard Werdin and “5 Reflections” by Jarmil Burghauser. LEE TURNER & PHANTASMAGORIA BAND Brush strokes and sound vibrations. DJ MAHOGANY Popular local DJ spins freaky funk, sultry soul, righteous R&B and a whole lotta unexpected faves. Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 8 p.m. $5. www.hendershotscoffee.com DAVE MARR The former Star Room Boys singer plays a set of solo material in his deep and resonant country twang. CARY HUDSON Singer-songwriter and guitarist from Mississippi, known as the lead singer of Blue Mountain. Highwire Lounge 8 p.m. FREE! www.highwirelounge.com LIVE JAZZ Jeremy Raj is bringing together the best that Athens jazz has to offer. A trio of incredibly talented musicians play to a great crowd every weekend.

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La Cabaña de Don Juan 7:30 p.m. FREE! 706-613-3535 GYPSY WILDCATS Local group playing classic Django Reinhardt gypsy swing tunes, as well as Americana and old vaudeville standards.

Caledonia Lounge 9 p.m. $5 (21+), $7 (18-20). www. caledonialounge.com THE DARNELL BOYS The three Darnell brothers play and sing coun-

Live Wire Friday Afternoon Beer Club. 5 p.m. FREE! www.livewireathens.com DJ OSMOSE International touring DJ and Athens resident lays down

an all-vinyl set of funk, soul and reggae. 9 p.m. $7 (adv.), $10 (door). www. livewireathens.com SAME AS IT EVER WAS Talking Heads tribute band. Nowhere Bar 10 p.m. FREE! 706-546-4742 DANGFLY Local rock band featuring an all-star lineup, including Adam Payne, Shawn Johnson, Jay Rodgers, Scotty Nicholson and Adam Poulin. The Office Lounge 9 p.m. 706-546-0840 THE GEORGIA HEALERS Athens’ premier blues band for 25 years! VFW 7 p.m. www.vfwathens.com WHISKEY RIVER Country-inspired Southern rock band.

Saturday 11 Bishop Park Athens Farmers Market. 8 a.m. FREE! www.athensfarmersmarket.net LARRY FORTE Local painter and songwriter. (8 a.m.) HOPE FOR AGOLDENSUMMER Charming and highly praised local neo-folk band delivers the thriftstore gospel. Featuring the captivating vocal harmonies of the Campbell sisters. (10 a.m.) Boar’s Head Lounge 10 p.m. 706-369-3040 THE CHUGS Local four-piece party band that plays the hits. Caledonia Lounge 8:30 p.m. $6 (21+), $8 (18-20). www. caledonialounge.com CINEMECHANICA Beloved local fourpiece math-rock band. SAVAGIST Heavy-hitting local metal band. BURNT BOOKS Punk band featuring members of Guyana Punch Line. HARSH WORDS Fast hardcore group featuring members of Shaved Christ and Gripe. CRAZY BAG LADY Four-piece metal group from Savannah, GA. Flicker Theatre & Bar 9 p.m. www.flickertheatreandbar.com JONES COLLEGE RADIO No info available. CULT FLUORESCENT Athens-based minimalist pop project. 40 Watt Club 7 p.m. $7 (adv.), $10 (door). www.40watt.com SAM BURCHFIELD The Atlantabased singer-songwriter plays a set of his folk-pop tunes. See story on p. 18. WRENN Up-and-coming local pop singer who experiments with jazz, Vaudeville and more. GRANT COWAN Rising local songwriter. The Foundry 8:30 p.m. $15 (adv.) $20 (door). www. thefoundryathens.com RANDALL BRAMBLETT BAND This established Georgia singersongwriter’s Southern-tinged music pulls from a variety of influences. Front Porch Book Store 6 p.m. FREE! 706-372-1236 JOE CAT Local troubadour whose influences range from Steve Earle and Townes Van Zant to Johnny Cash. The Globe 11 p.m. FREE! 706-353-4721 DJ FREE PIZZA Come for the ‘za, stay for the tunes!

Go Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-5609 JO RB JONES Local experimental pop songwriter performs with her live band. SALINE Local four-piece “shoegrease� band. DENDERA BLOODBATH Experimental darkwave band from Atlanta. DJ BLOWPOP Joe Kubler (Bubbly Mommy Gun) spins a set of tunes.

Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 3 p.m. FREE! www.hendershotscoffee. com SPRING ROCKCITAL The Oconee School of Rock’s campers perform. 7 p.m. FREE! www.hendershotscoffee. com MONSIGNOR DONOVAN RAM BAND Donovan High School’s graduating seniors play an instrumental set of brassy tunes.

Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 8 p.m. www.hendershotscoffee.com THE STRAY BIRDS Ambitious up-and-coming folk trio out of Pennsylvania.

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.

Highwire Lounge 8 p.m. FREE! www.highwirelounge.com LIVE JAZZ Jeremy Raj is bringing together the best that Athens jazz has to offer. A trio of incredibly talented musicians play to a great crowd every weekend.

Ted’s Most Best 7 p.m. FREE! www.tedsmostbest.com COY, DEMARCUS AND NORRIS Virtuoso jazz performance from guitarist Dan Coy (Bonaventure Quartet), bassist Andrea DeMarcus (Cicada Rhythm) and drummer John Norris (Thunder O(h)m, Gumshoe).

Little Kings Shuffle Club 10 p.m. $5. www.facebook.com/ lkshuffleclub KEN WILL MORTON With his gritty, soulful rasp, Morton trudges through Americana’s roots with rock and roll swagger and a folksinger’s heart. BRAD HELLER & THE FUSTICS Folk-rock band from North Carolina.

Monday 13 The Foundry 8 p.m. FREE! www.thefoundryathens. com THE HOOT Monthly showcase put on by the Athens Folk Music &

40 Watt Club 8 p.m. $16. www.40watt.com DELTA SPIRIT San Diego-bred fivepiece playing a rough but striking set of indie rock. FIREKID New band from Muscle Shoals songwriter Dillon Hodges.

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.

The Foundry Tailgate Tuesday. 7 p.m. $5 (adv.), $7 (door). www.thefoundryathens.com LYDIA LOVELESS Edgy folk-country singer-songwriter from Columbus, OH. See Calendar Pick on p. 22. CORTEZ GARZA Local singer-songwriter pushes the envelope with his unique blend of indie/Americana.

Caledonia Lounge 9 p.m. $5 (21+), $7 (18-20). www. caledonialounge.com BEARCAT The solo project of Orlando, FL songwriter Renee Yohe is “a sweeping tribute to soul.� TARNATION Local band with a chunky rock sound and catchy, emotive vocals. FUNKASAURUS WREX Local psychedelic funk group.

Georgia Theatre 8 p.m. $14. www.georgiatheatre.com JD MCPHERSON Rhythm and blues artist constantly pushing the genre envelope. JOHN PAUL KEITH Hearty rock and roll songwriter from Memphis, TN. Go Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-5609 TOM VISIONS Post-mystical, electronic, folk music from the artist formerly known as Tom(b) Television. LEISURE SERVICE Michael Pierce of local experimental outfit Wet Garden plays a solo set. MANNY & THE DEEPTHROATS Alias of local experimental sound artist Manny Lage.

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Creature Comforts Brewery Athens Farmers Market. 5 p.m. FREE! www.athensfarmersmarket.net TODD LISTER Folky local singersongwriter. Georgia Theatre 8 p.m. $22. www.georgiatheatre.com FUTURE ISLANDS Highly praised Baltimore-based indie-pop band. BIRDS OF AVALON Five-piece rock group from Raleigh, NC. WING DAM Fuzzed-out psych-pop group from Baltimore. On the Rooftop. 11 p.m. FREE! www. georgiatheatre.com SHADE Local three-piece skews stoner riffs by sleight-of-hand over oceans of confusion. Frontwoman Phelan LaVelle throttles through dark, unlearned outsider jazz.

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Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 8 p.m. www.hendershotscoffee.com WORD MUSIC WITH DAVID OATES David Oates, host of WUGA’s Wordland, emcees for a collection of invited performers at this night of poetry, stories, sketches and music. Hi-Lo Lounge 10 p.m. FREE! 706-850-8561 KARAOKE WITH THE KING See Wednesday’s listing for full description

Brad Heller & the Fustics play Little Kings Shuffle Club on Saturday, Apr. 11. PAUL EDELMAN Folk-country singer-songwriter from Asheville, NC. Little Kings Shuffle Club 10 p.m. www.facebook.com/lkshuffleclub ANTLERED AUNT LORD Fuzzpop guitar/drums project of local producer and songwriter Jesse Stinnard. EMILEIGH IRELAND Member of local indie-pop group Helen Scott plays a solo set. SMOKEDOG Reunited after a hiatus, this local band plays noisy, burnedout rock and roll. Live Wire 8 p.m. www.livewireathens.com THE KELLEY SWINDALL BAND Bluesy folk music from Stone Mountain, GA.

Sunday 12 The Globe 10 p.m. 706-353-4721 BIPOLAROID New Orleans-based psych-garage outfit. THE DUE DILIGENCE Soulful garage-rock band from New York City. KILLICK Freeform jazz experimentalist Killick Hinds coaxes sounds from unconventional instruments like his H’arpeggione and his “harp guitar,� Big Red.

Dance Society. This month’s Hoot features Christian Lopez, Red Oak Southern String Band and Shades of Grey. Steve Pettis opens and hosts. Nowhere Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-4742 MUSCLE SHOALS MONDAY Local artists pay tribute to the Alabama hotspot. The World Famous 11 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ theworldfamousathens MUUY BIIEN As part of “Manchester to Athens,� the local punk band pays tribute to Joy Division with a cover set. See story on p. 20.

Tuesday 14 Caledonia Lounge 9 p.m. $5 (21+), $7 (18-20). www. caledonialounge.com ISKA DHAAF Seattle-based post-pop duo featuring heavy rhythms and cutting melodic hooks. MOTHERS Local songwriter Kristine Leschper and her band perform gorgeous, haunting folk-rock.

Live Wire 10 p.m. $8. www.livewireathens.com THE DUSTBOWL REVIVAL Venice, CA-based collective that merges old-school bluegrass, gospel, pre-war blues and the hot swing of New Orleans to form a spicy roots cocktail. The Manhattan CafÊ Loungy Tuesday. 9 p.m. FREE! 706369-9767 DJ NATE FROM WUXTRY Playing an all-vinyl set of slow and melancholy songs for all y’all sad sacks and lonely lovers. Every Tuesday evening! Nowhere Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-4742 SESSIONS WITH S-WORDS AND FRIENDS See Tuesday’s listing for full description

Wednesday 15 Blue Sky 5 p.m. FREE! 706-850-3153 VINYL WEDNESDAYS Bring your own records and spin them at the bar!

Live Wire 7 p.m. FREE! www.livewireathens.com OPEN MIC See Wednesday’s listing for full description Locos Grill & Pub 7 p.m. 706-549-7700 (Timothy Rd. location) KIP JONES Local songwriter playing all your favorite covers and some of his own tunes. Nowhere Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-4742 DIABLO SANDWICH & THE DR. PEPPERS See Wednesday’s listing for full description The Office Lounge 9 p.m. FREE! 706-546-0840 KARAOKE See Wednesday’s listing for full description Porterhouse Grill 6:30 p.m. FREE! 706-369-0990 JAZZ NIGHT Join Zack Milster and Carl Lindberg for an evening of original music, improv and standards. Terrapin Beer Co. 5:30 p.m. FREE! www.terrapinbeer.com DJ OSMOSE International touring DJ and Athens resident lays down an all-vinyl set of funk, soul and reggae.

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Art 1st Annual Juried Exhibition (Athens Institute for Contemporary Art: ATHICA) The gallery’s first juried show is open to all artists (all ages and media) with a focus on innovative contemporary art. Michael Rooks, curator of Modern and Contemporary Art at the High Museum of Art, will be the guest juror. Deadline Aug. 1. Exhibit Sept. 19–Nov. 15. $25. info@athica.org, www.athica.org Call for Artists (Farmington Depot Gallery) Now accepting applications for the Springfest 2015 artist market on May 9–10, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Email for details. farmington gallery@gmail.com, www.farmingtondepotgallery.com

Classes Acting for Film (Film Athens Film Lab) George Adams teaches “Actor’s Gym: The Road to Becoming a Professional Actor.� Topics include creating dynamic characters, working as an actor in film and television, and the creative and business aspects of film. Register online. Wednesdays, 6:30–8:30 p.m. $75/ month. www.filmathens.net/edu Art Classes (OCAF, Watkinsville) Master portait painter Jane Paul Angelhart leads a four-day workshop. May 12–15, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. $375–385. “Watercolor Batik on Rice Paper Workshop� is a two-day class on using hot wax as a resist in the watercolor painting process. June 26–27, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. $120– 130. 706-769-4565, www.ocaf.com Clay Classes (Good Dirt) Weekly “Try Clay� classes ($20/person) introduce participants to the potter’s wheel every Friday from 7–9 p.m.

“Family Try Clay� classes show children and adults hand-building methods every Sunday from 2–4 p.m. $20. 706-355-3161, www.gooddirt.net Dance Classes (Dancefx) Classes offered in creative movement, ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, breakdance, acrobatics, cheer dance and more. Register online. 706-355-3078, www.dancefx.org Intro to JavaScript Programming (Four Athens) This 10-week code class teaches the most popular programming language in the world. For ages 15 & up. Laptop required. Mondays & Thursdays, Apr. 13–June 18, 6–8 p.m. $795. www.fourathens.com Learn & Know Photoshop (Film Athens Film Lab) Melissa McKim will teach the basics of Photoshop, some tricks and hands-on projects. Thursdays, Apr.16–May 21, 6:30–8 p.m. $110. www.filmathens.net Letterpress & More (Smokey Road Press) “Make Your Own Stationery.� Apr. 17, May 8 or June 19, 6–8 p.m. $45. “Bookbinding Boot Camp.� Apr. 6–10, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. $300. “Coptic.� May 9–10, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. $130. “Introduction to Letterpress Printing.� June 15–19, 9 a.m.–12 p.m. $300. “Wedding Guest Book.� June 20–21, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. $165. www.smokeyroadpress.com Manufacturing 101 (Athens Technical College) This six-week program is for unemployed individuals who wish to obtain a job in manufacturing but have no experience. It is free to those who qualify. Application deadline Apr. 13. Classes begin Apr. 20, Monday– Friday, 8:45 a.m.–4 p.m. 706-3695876, bmoody@athenstech.edu Martial Arts Classes (Live Oak Martial Arts, Bogart) Traditional and modern-style Taekwondo, self-

defense, grappling and weapons classes for all ages. Visit website for full class schedule. www.liveoak martialarts.com Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Workshop (Athens Regional Medical Center) Years of medical research and training are blended into eight weeks of instruction and a one-day mindfulness retreat focused on reducing stress and anxiety and increasing general well-being. Mondays, May 4–June 22, 6–8 p.m. $225. 706475-7330, www.armc.org/mbi Printmaking Workshops (Double Dutch Press) “Tea Towels! One Color Screenprinting: Two Parts.� Apr. 8 & 15, 6–8 p.m. $65. “Linocut, One Color.� Apr. 18 & 25, 2–5 p.m. $65. “Stampmaking.� Apr. 29, 6–8 p.m. $35. “Totes! One Color Screenprinting.� May 6, 5:30–8:30 p.m. $50. “Multicolor Reductive Woodcut: Three Parts.� May 9, 16 & 23, 2–5 p.m. $85. www.double dutchpress.com Quilting (Sewcial Studio) Sewcial Studio has moved to a new location at 2500 W. Broad St., suite #305. Quilting classes for beginner to advanced students cover both traditional and modern projects. sewcialstudio@gmail.com, 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 stages of development. It includes educational breakout sessions, resources, experienced speakers and

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New paintings by Cameron Bliss Ferrelle are currently on display at The World Famous through Friday, May 1. networking opportunities. Register by Apr. 15. Summit on Apr. 29, 9:30 a.m.–6 p.m. $39–129. www.success athens.com Traditional Karate Training (Athens Yoshukai Karate) Learn traditional Yoshukai karate in a positive atmosphere. Accepting new students. Classes held Sundays– Thursdays. FREE! www.athensy.com Yoga (Rubber Soul Yoga) Ongoing classes in Kundalini, Hatha, gentle yoga, laughing yoga, acroyoga, karate and one-on-one yoga as well as guided meditation. www.rubber soulyoga.com Yoga (5 Points Yoga) The studio offers alignment yoga (Iyengar), flow yoga, gentle flow, hot power flow, power flow and restorative yoga. www.athensfivepointsyoga.com Yoga Classes (Healing Arts Centre, Sangha Yoga Studio) “Strength & Power Pilates� uses foam rollers, free weights and therabands to shape muscles and improve strength. Fridays, 9–10 a.m. beginning Apr. 10. “Yoga in Recovery� is a six-week course integrating yoga, meditation, Ayurveda and traditional recovery tools to overcome addictive and selfdestructive behavior. Tuesdays, May 5–June 9, 5:15–6:45 p.m. 706-6131143, www.healingartscentre.net Yoga Teacher Training (5 Points Yoga) This teacher training program is grounded in self-study. Meets three days a week. May 11–June 3. shannon@5pointsyoga. com, www.athensyogainstitute.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 Adopt-a-Mom for Mother’s Day (The Ark United Ministry Outreach Center) The Ark and Grandview Care Nursing Home have identified 150 isolated mothers who may otherwise go uncelebrated on Mother’s Day. Real moms in need of TLC can be adopted through May 5. $25/mom. www.athensark.org/ adopt-a-mom Book Drive for Oconee County Jail (Multiple Locations) The Oconee Democrats are collecting paperback books for inmates. Drop off donations to Athens West Cleaners, Farmington Depot Gallery, Krimson Kafe and Let it Be Yoga. Through Apr. 30. oconeebooks@ gmail.com Call for Volunteers (Downtown Athens) The Athens Human Rights Festival is looking for volunteers to help with fundraising, publicity, organizing speakers and performers, the tabloid, social media, stage building and more. The 37th annual will be held downtown on May 2–3. Contact for meeting information. 706-202-9169, www.athenshumanrightsfest.org 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 GED Tutors Needed (Action Ministries, 465 N. Lumpkin St.) Volunteers are needed to help tutor students on Monday, Tuesday or Thursday mornings. www.action ministries.net

GreenFest & Great American Cleanup (Athens, GA) Keep Athens-Clarke County Beautiful’s Adopt-A-Highway program includes four annual cleanups with tools and trash pick-up provided. Down & Dirty Cleanups are one-time service projects for groups. stacy.smith@ athensclarkecounty.com, www.keep athensbeautiful.org Smart Lunch, Smart Kid (Action Ministries) Volunteers are needed to help provide and deliver sack lunches and educational enrichment activities to under-served children in nine communities around Athens this summer. ederoshia@ actionministiries.net, www.action ministries.net

Kidstuff ACC Summer Camps (Multiple Locations) Athens-Clarke County Leisure Services offers camps in theater, gymnastics, tennis, cheerleading, skating, art and more. Visit website for dates and details. 706613-3589, www.athensclarkecounty. com/camps Hospitality Careers Academy (The Classic Center) High school students interested in the hospitality industry can apply for a week-long academy program that includes hearing guest speakers, shadowing job professionals, attending industry tours and participating in leadership activities. Deadline to apply Apr. 15. July 13–17. $450. 706-357-4521, beth@ classiccenter.com Summer Camps (State Botanical Garden of Georgia) “The Plants We Eat� covers what it takes to grow produce by visiting UGArden and

how to cook snacks in a solar oven. June 8–12. “Georgia’s Critters” offers an opportunity to learn about local wildlife. June 15–19. In “Forest Explorers,” campers will build forts, explore hidden trails, eat wild foods and more. June 22–26. Full day summer camps from 9 a.m.–3:30 p.m. are for ages 6–12. Half-day camps from 9 a.m.–1 p.m. are for five year olds. $130/week. 706-5426156, www.botgarden.uga.edu Summer Camps (Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens) Peace Camp runs June 29–July 3. Hogwarts School at the Pyramid runs July 20–24 and July 27–31. 10 a.m.–3 p.m. $80–150/camp. 706546-7914, www.uuathensga.org Summer Theater Camps (Athens Little Playhouse) “Under the Big Top,” June 1–5. “Under the Wizard’s Hat,” June 8–15. “Under the Sea,” June 15–19. “Under the Disco Ball: A Spy’s Adventure,” June 22–26. Visit website for registration form. www.athenslittleplayhouse.net Teen Photo Scavenger Hunt (Oconee County Library) Get a photo list at the front desk and email

the completed list with photos to oconeelibrary@gmail.com. Everyone who completes the list wins a prize. The Grand Finale will be on Apr. 29, 6 p.m. Ages 11–18. UGA Summer Camps (Multiple Locations) Now registering middle and high school students for day camps and overnight camps in June and July. Offerings include a mini medical school, computer game design, a national security mock council and more. www.georgiacenter.uga.edu/youth/summer-academy

Support Groups Al-Anon 12 Step (Little White House) For family and friends of alcoholics and drug addicts. 478955-3422, 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 Project Safe (Athens, GA) Meetings for Warriors: Hope & Healing from Domestic Violence

art around town ALL BODY STUDIO (337 Prince Ave.) Multi-media artwork made from acrylic, cardboard, sheet vinyl and plastic by Frances Jemini. Tim Dominy’s mixed media work straddles painting and sculpture. Through April. AMICI (233 E. Clayton St.) Unforgiving and sometimes witty illustrations by Jessie Lamay. Through April. ANTIQUES & JEWELS ART GALLERY (290 N. Milledge Ave.) Paintings by Dortha Jacobson. 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.) Animal-themed artwork by Will Eskridge and Ruth Allen. Reception Apr. 19. Currently on view through May 10. ATHENS ACADEMY (1281 Spartan Lane) “Contrapunto” showcases the works of Contrapunto members Pedro Fuertes, Jorge Arcos, Dora Lopez, Stanley Bermudez and Carlos Solis. Guest artists include Alex Mendoza and Claudia Soria. Through Apr. 24. • In the Bertelsmann Gallery, a display of works by members of the Athens Academy Art Club. Through Apr. 17. ATHENS INSTITUTE FOR CONTEMPORARY ART (ATHICA) (160 Tracy St.) “Tease” explores the significance of art through the works of Jeremy Ayers, Brian Hitselberger, Ari Richter, Shantay Robinson, Lily Smith, Paul Thomas, Zipporah Thompson and Jessica Wohl. Through May 3. 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.) Paintings by Sarah Lowing. Through Apr. 28. CIRCLE GALLERY (285 S. Jackson St.) “Southern Highlands Reserve: A Garden Rooted in the Place of its Making” presents native plant design by UGA CED graduates Kelly Holdbrook and Raylor Ladd. Through Apr. 30. 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. Through April. DONDERO’S KITCHEN (590 N. Milledge Ave.) “Je se CHARLIE” includes acrylic and graphite works on canvas by Charley Seagraves. Through April. 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, Michael Pierce, Holly. Just Holly. and more. • Paintings by environmental artist Alan Campbell. Closing reception May 15. FLICKER THEATRE & BAR (263 W. Washington St.) Artwork by Amanda Burk. Through April. GALLERY@HOTEL INDIGO (500 College Ave.) “The Finders” features works by Garrett Hayes, Lisa Freeman, Chris Novey, Amanda Scheutzow, Charlie Asher Key and Taylor Kuzia. Reception Apr. 16. Currently on display through June 13. GEORGIA MUSEUM OF ART (90 Carlton St.) “Pierre Daura (1896–1976): Picturing Attachments.” Through Apr. 19. • “Small Truths: Pierre Daura’s Life and Vision.” Through Apr. 19. • “Master of Fine Arts Degree Candidates Exhibition” features works by 19 candidates at Lamar Dodd. Opening reception Apr. 10. Through May 3. • “Chaos & Metamorphosis: The Art of Piero Lerda.” Through May 10. • 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. • “Jay Robinson: Quarks, Leptons and Peanuts.” Through June 21. • “AiryLight: Visualizing the Invisible.” Through June 28. GLASSCUBE@INDIGO (500 College Ave.) “BANG” is an installation of bold colored pop art paintings by Carol John that will rotate throughout the course of the exhibit. Through June.

Group are held every Tuesday, 6:30–8 p.m., with a dinner on the last Tuesday of each month. Meetings for the Emotional Abuse Support Group are held every Monday, 6:30–8 p.m., with a dinner on the last Monday of the month. Childcare provided. 24-hour crisis hotline: 706-543-3331. Teen texting line: 706-765-8019. Business: 706-549-0922. Meeting information: 706-613-3357, ext. 772. www.project-safe.org SLPAA (Campus View Church of Christ) Sex, Love and Pornography Addicts Anonymous is a 12-step program for sexually compulsive behaviors. Every Monday, 7:30–8:30 p.m. 706-372-8642

On The Street Nominations for the 2015 Preservation Awards Nominate a project that helps celebrate Athens’ unique heritage. Categories include rehabilitation, new construction, stewardship, community revitalization and more.

Deadline Apr. 17. www.achfonline. org/awards Sprockets International Music Video Festival (Athens, GA) Sprockets is now accepting submissions of music videos to be screened at the Georgia Music Video Show and Sprockets International Music Video Show (July 24–25). Early deadline Apr. 15. Final deadline Apr. 30. $27–37. sprockets@ filmathens.net, www.filmfreeway.com Summer Programs (Athens, GA) Find information about summer camps, pool openings, art exhibits, classes, performances, sports, fitness programs, holiday events and other activities for adults and children in the Athens-Clarke County Leisure Services Department’s summer program guide. www.athens clarkecounty.com The Pet Care Clinic (Pet Supplies Plus) The Athens Area Humane Society offers a low-cost clinic the first Saturday of each month. Services include vaccines, deworming, microchipping, flea treatments and more. No appointment necessary. 706-769-9155 f

THE GRIT (199 Prince Ave.) “Grit Employee Art Show.” Through Apr. 19. HENDERSHOT’S COFFEE BAR (237 Prince Ave.) Artwork by Winnie Smith. Through April. JACKSON STREET BUILDING (285 S. Jackson St.) “Desire Path” by Keith Wilson is a large-scale photography installation. Through Apr. 17. JITTERY JOE’S DOWNTOWN (297 E. Broad St.) Landscape acrylics by Sara Brogdon. Through April. LAMAR DODD SCHOOL OF ART (270 River Rd.) “Hybrid: Studio Art” features the works of six BA exiting students. Through Apr. 10. • “Indecent Exposures: BFA Exit in Photography.” Through Apr. 10. LEATHERS BUILDING (675 Pulaski St.) Paintings by Suzanna AntonezEdens. Through May. LYNDON HOUSE ARTS CENTER (293 Hoyt St.) 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. • The “40th Juried Exhibition” features local works selected by juror Carter Foster of the Whitney Museum. Through May 2. • “40 of Something: Collections from Our Community” currently features “40 Hats + 40 Jewels: From the Collection of Beverly Bourgeois and Par Ramey.” Through May 1. • In the new Lounge Gallery, vibrant landscape drawings by Katherine Dunlap. Through May 2. MADISON COUNTY LIBRARY (1315 GA 98, Danielsville) Hand-built figurative sculptures utilizing clay and found objects by Cheri Wranosky. Through April. 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. OCONEE CULTURAL ARTS FOUNDATION (OCAF) (34 School St., Watkinsville) The 20th annual “Southworks Juried Exhibit” features 96 works by 87 artists. Opening reception Apr. 10. Through May 8. • This year’s Director’s Choice exhibit, “Jan Perkins: Art, Innovation & Technology” features digital fine art and mixed media resin paintings by the Watkinsville artist. Opening reception Apr. 10. Through May 8. RICHARD B. RUSSELL JR. SPECIAL COLLECTIONS LIBRARIES (300 S. Hull St.) In the Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, “The Art of Diplomacy: Winston Churchill and the Pursuit of Painting” includes seven Churchill paintings and numerous artifacts. Through Apr. 17. • “Food, Power and Politics: The Story of School Lunch.” Through May 15. • An exhibition celebrating The Pennington Radio Collection features tube radios, external speakers and other artifacts from 1913–1933. Through December. SALON ON FIRST (6 1st St., Watkinsville) Abstract oil landscapes by Keith Karnok. SEWCIAL STUDIO (2500 W. Broad St. #305) Hand-dyed art quilts by Anita Heady. Rust and over-dyed fabric on canvas by Bill Heady. SIPS (1390 Prince Ave.) “Fruit and Flowers” features expressive colorist still life paintings by Dolores Holt. Through April. SMOKEY ROAD PRESS (675 Pulaski St., Unit 600) “Tease it to Jesus” features 34 Dolly Parton prints by various artists. Through Apr. 23. STATE BOTANICAL GARDEN OF GEORGIA (2450 S. Milledge Ave.) An exhibit of watercolor paintings by Thomas W. Ventulett. Through Apr. 26. SWEET SPOT STUDIO GALLERY (160 Tracy St., Mercury A.I.R.) The gallery presents paintings, ceramics, sculpture, drawings, furniture, folk art and jewelry from artists including Faith Henderson, Veronica Darby, John Cleaveland, Rebecca Wood, Nikita Raper, Natalia Zuckerman, Briget Darryl Ginley, Jack Kashuback, Barret Reid, Scott Radke and Ken Hardesty. • New works by Bridget Darryl Ginley. Reception Apr. 10. Currently on view through April. UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP OF ATHENS (780 Timothy Rd.) “The Art of Eating Ethically,” a display of artwork and commentaries about the food system. Through May. WHITE TIGER (217 Hiawassee Ave.) New paintings by Mary Porter. THE WORLD FAMOUS (351 N. Hull St.) Permanent artists include RA Miller, Chris Hubbard, Travis Craig, Michelle Fontaine, Will Eskridge, Dan Smith, Greg Stone and more. • A special show of works by Cindy Jerrell, Peter Loose, Tex Crawford and Cameron Bliss Ferrelle. Through May 1.

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Commercial Property Eastside Offices for lease. 1060 Gaines School Road. 1325 sf. $1450/mo., 700 sf. $850/mo., 450 sf. $650/mo., 150 sf. furnished $400/mo. Incl. util. (706) 202-2246 www.athenstownproperties. com. Paint Artist Studios at Chase Park, Historic Blvd. Artistic Community. 160 Tracy St. 300 sf. $150/mo. 400 sf. $200/ mo. (706) 202-2246 or www. athenstownproperties.com.

Condos for Rent 5BR/3BA S. Lumpkin condo. $1300/mo. W/D, DW, new lg. deck, 2 LRs. FP, laundry room, Pets OK. 2500 sf. Avail. Aug. 1. (706) 207-4953.

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$650/mo. 1BD/1BA w/ studio. Stadium Village, Gated Comm. Recently remodeled, water & garbage included. Clubhouse, Pool, Student Lounge, Fit. Ctr, On-site laundry. Blocks from UGA & Stadium. 250 Little St. Avail. 8/1/15. Robin (770) 2656509. Av a i l . n o w ! B e a u t i f u l 2BR/2.5BA condo. Quiet neighborhood w/ lots of green space and river walk. Large LR, kitchen, BRs and BAs. DW, CHAC, W/D hookup. $650-800/ mo. Pets OK w/ deposit. Call (706) 202-9905. Just reduced! Investor’s Westside condo. 2BR/2BA, FP, 1500 sf., great investment, lease 12 mos. at $575/mo. Price in $40s. For more info, call McWaters Realty at (706) 353-2700 or (706) 540-1529.

Condos For Sale Condo Apt. 2BR/2BA. Great investment! Spacious: 1200 sq. ft. Top floor, New roof, C H A C ( 2 0 1 1 ) , W / D , D W. Gated, Clubhouse. Gym, Pool. $36,500. (706) 769-0757 or (706) 207-3427.

Duplexes For Rent 3BR/2BA Spacious Duplex. Avail. August. Boulevard Area, 1 block from ARMC. $1200/ mo., includes Lawn Maintenance. HWflrs in L/R with fireplace, Tile in Kitchen/Bath, W/D. Call Christy at (706) 355-9961.

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Rooms for Rent Dashiell Cottages, Inc. Aspiring National Park Service. Wildlife observation, environmental conservation property. 4 blocks to university, North Oconee River. Private entrance, all amenities. $75/week. (706) 850-0491.

Nonsmoking male student to share Pinecrest subdivision house (off Barnett Shoals) with male student. Private bedroom/bath. $400/mo, 1/2 utilities. Fully furnished (including washer/ dryer) except bedroom. No pets. Available August 1. Call/ text (229) 326-0611.

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For Sale Antiques A rc h i p e l a g o A n t i q u e s Swear off throw-away gifts and purchases! An antique is a permanent eye-catcher in your surroundings for all time. 1676 S. Lumpkin St. (706) 354-4297. Antiques & Jewels, 290 N. Milledge Ave. 12–5, Wed–Sat. (706) 340-3717. Estate Jewlery, Local Artist, Furniture, Oriental Rugs. rubylane.com/ shop/antiques-jewels. Come visit the Lar gest Single Antique Store in the area. Primitives, v i nt a g e b o o k s & c l o t h e s , architectural pieces. Carlton, GA. Thursday–Sunday, 10–5. Jimmy, (706) 797-3317. Whimsical Marketplace: vintage finds, local art, architectural salvage, upcycled furniture, industrial lighting. Lexington Vintage: 1743 Lexington Rd, just 2 miles south of DT Athens. Entrance around back.

Music Equipment For sale: Mackie 16 channel mixer, Hafler power amp, US Case, Hartke bass amp and bass equipment. Call (404) 680-8338 for further info and prices. Nuçi’s Space needs your old instruments & music gear! All donations are tax-deductible. Call (706) 227-1515 or come by Nuçi’s Space, 396 Oconee St. Selling music equipment? Offering music lessons? Looking for a new band mate? Make your musical needs known with Flagpole Classifieds! Visit classifieds.flagpole. com or call our office at (706) 549-0301.

Instruction Athens School of Music. Instruction in guitar, bass, drums, piano, voice, brass, woodwinds, strings, banjo, mandolin, fiddle & more. From beginner to expert. Instrument re p a i r s a v a i l . Vi s i t w w w. athensschoolofmusic.com, (706) 543-5800. If you are a vocalist/guitarist I can teach songs for your performance repertoire. Improve arrangements and transpose to fit your vocals. Contact Jimmy (770) 3121614 or jewbusstck@yahoo. com

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Instant cash is now being paid for good vinyl records & CDs in fine condition.Wuxtry Records, at corner of Clayton & College Dwntn. (706) 3699428.

Bikini Modeling Contest. Winner receives $1000, poolside photo shoot and will represent Lazy Day Pools in our 2015 online, outdoor and print advertising. No nudity! Apply at LazyDayPools.com.

Services Cleaning Housekeeping services avail. in Athens, Bogart, Winterville and Watkinsville. Good prices, free estimates, references avail. (706) 713-6665 or arn. guev@gmail.com She said, “My house is a wreck.” I said, “That’s what I do!” House cleaning, help with organizing, pet mess. Local, Independent and Earth Friendly. Text or Call Nick for quote, (706) 851-9087.

Jobs Full-time Athens Country Club is hiring FT & PT p.m. line cooks and pool snack bar worker. Apply in person, Tues.–Fri., 9–5. No phone calls please. C a l l c e n t e r representative. Join established Athens company calling CEOs & CFOs of major corporations generating sales leads for tech companies. $9–11/hr. BOS Staffing, www. bosstaff.com, (706) 353-3030. Downtown Athens restaurant looking for a FT pantry cook. 2 years experience preferred. Email resume to squareonefishco@att.net. Drivers wanted in Athens and the surrounding areas! Must have own car/sedan. Clean MVR & proof of insurance is required. Knowledge of local area is a must. Drivers are paid commission per mile. Call Melisa Mon-Fri (770) 362-1340. Line/Prep Cooks Needed.The Georgia Center has several positions available 20–40 hrs./week. Pay DOE/ Minimum 3 years in full service restaurant. Email resumes to robh@uga.edu.

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West Broad Farmers Market is accepting applications for vendors, including farmers, artisans, bakers, and more. The market operates weekly May-December. To apply, visit www.athenslandtrust.org/be-avendor or call (706) 613-0122.

Part-time Banquet Servers Needed. The Georgia Center is currently hiring. Breakfast and lunch shifts avail. Monday–Sunday. Free meal w/ each shift. Email resumes to kcona@uga.edu.

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All’s Fair My roommate started dating a guy about eight weeks ago. They just broke up, and it was pretty low-key, no drama or bad feelings. I actually knew this guy a little bit before they started dating, because we have some mutual friends. Soooo… a few days after they broke up, I ran into him out, and we were kind of flirting a little bit. We were both with other friends, and things didn’t really go anywhere, but now I’ve been thinking about him and hoping to run into him again. When I was in high school (a long time ago), a friend of mine started dating a guy she knew I liked. Even though he and I never dated, it really sucked that she went for him, and he liked her. I don’t want to do that to my roommate, but does that mean I can’t get to know this guy I like? Interested You’re right to proceed with care here, Interested. A friend’s ex is a tricky thing, and if that friend is also a roommate, the tension gets raised to a new order of magni-

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The potential good here, as I see it, is pretty limited. He is someone you’ve flirted with. One time. And nothing came of it. That doesn’t seem a compelling enough attraction to warrant causing unrest with your roommate. In all fairness, his relationship with your roommate was pretty short-lived. My advice is to back off now. Don’t pursue this even, if you do happen to run into him again. A year from now, if your paths cross, go for it. She doesn’t have a lifetime-holding deal on him. But it’s still just a little too soon.

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About a year ago, I started a job in a new office. There’s one woman in here whom I worked with years ago at another place. Because of this, she thinks we’re friends. It’s not that I don’t like her, but I don’t think she’s particularly good at her job or very hardworking. I’m not her supervisor, so my opinion about her work doesn’t really matter, but from time to time, she does try to talk to me about other people in our office. There’s one guy in particular that she doesn’t like, and she sometimes talks to me about how he comes in late, leaves early, doesn’t work hard and so on. But those are all the things SHE does! I don’t know how anyone could have such little self-awareness, but she does! I guess she talks to me this way because she thinks we’re friends. Is there any way to either get her to recognize how ridiculous she sounds or to just get her to stop talking to me about this? Frustrated

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