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By Blake Aued and Rebecca McCarthy news@flagpole.com At his first town hall meeting since being hired last month, Clarke County School Superintendent Robbie Hooker made one thing clear: He’s holding people accountable—himself, his staff and the school district’s principals—because “our students are our customers,” he said.

“Our goal is not only to rebrand the Clarke County School District, but to make it one that others want to emulate, that others say, ‘How did you turn this around?’”

Hooker told an audience of about 50 parents and teachers at Clarke Central High School. “It’s about that ROI—return on investment.”

He wants CCSD students to receive strong instruction, engagement, appropriate assignments and high expectations.

There are counselors in the high schools focused on helping students prepare for college; he has hired two trauma specialists to help high school and middle school students deal with mental health issues and “to help support the whole child.”

Hooker acknowledged that over the past few years, “teachers have been abused” and accused. Teaching for some is no longer a profession; it’s a job. He wants the district to treat new teachers as if they’re in a medical residency, providing them with professional learning, mentors and mental health support. He also said he wants to build partnerships that make it easier for teachers to afford to live in the district, for example by working with apartment complexes to cut teachers a break on rent. And he said he’d work to recruit teachers like Uncle Sam recruiting for the Army: “Our babies need you in Athens so they can have a high-quality education,” he said he’d tell prospective teachers.

Hooker’s focus is on academics, he said.

When it comes to athletes, “academics should come first.” Athletes should sit in

the front of the classroom, not in the back, recalling the days when coaches would make players run laps if they didn’t pay attention in class.

While the safety of students and teachers is a main concern, Hooker said he believes that erecting metal detectors isn’t a solution. He wants to build relationships in which students feel comfortable and learn to “see something, say something.”

He also wants to address the problem of students having and using cell phones during class. Other districts require students to put phones in pouches when they enter a classroom and retrieve them when they leave. Hooker said he plans to learn how successful other districts have been in managing cell phones and the distractions of social media.

Despite sounding like a CEO with a businesslike approach at times, Hooker became emotional when discussing the negative effects of COVID-19 and virtual learning on students, especially younger ones. “Our third-graders are so far behind,” he said.

But he also acknowledged that the virus hit Clarke County hard, and said he would make decisions on virtual learning should the pandemic worsen again in consultation with medical professionals, as he did in Social Circle.

Other town hall meetings are planned for Nov. 14 at the Nellie B Community Center, Nov. 17 at Cedar Shoals High School, Nov. 30 at New Grove Baptist Church and Dec. 5 in the Pinewoods Estates library. All will run from 6–7 p.m. [Rebecca McCarthy]

CCSD Proposes Spending Boost Strong tax collections in recent months mean that CCSD has a large cushion of cash, and administrators want to spend

some of those reserve funds on retention bonuses and a wish list of instructional The Athens-Clarke County Commission resources. unanimously approved a new student housA budget amendment proposed at the ing development near downtown—the first school board’s Nov. 3 work session has time a developer has taken advantage of been in the works for several months. a new program that incentivizes building Hooker and Chief Financial Officer Byron affordable housing.

Schueneman want to spend $9.6 million on The project at 155 Mitchell Street has $1,500 bonuses for CCSD employees and a undergone several iterations since an inivariety of other one-time expenses, includtial proposal in 2006, from gameday units ing training opportunities, new playground to condos for seniors. The most recent equipment and replacing gymnasium carproposal will cater to college students, peting with rubber floors. although ACC planners noted that the stu“I think this is a great time to look at dio, one-, two- and three-bedroom layouts our fund balance and use some of it in a could be attractive to others, compared to way that’s directly impactful on instructhe usual four- and five-bedroom student tion, directly impactful on facilities,” apartments. Overall, the 10-story building Schueneman told the school board. will include 163 units with 381 bedrooms, School board president LaKeisha Gantt in addition to ground-floor commercial asked whether the funding for retention space and rooftop amenities. bonuses could be spent on raises for lower-paid employees.

Yes, Schueneman responded, but he added that he is worried about adding ongoing expenses to the budget because rising interest rates are likely to drive down property values, and thus tax revenue.

Even with the budget amendment, the district will still have $5 million in “excess” A rendering of the proposed building at 155 Mitchell St. reserves above its goal of 15% of the Commissioner Allison Wright, who reptotal annual budget, or about $28 million. resents the area, said she’s “thrilled” by the The $9.6 million figure also includes latest version of the development, calling it $2 million set aside for 2024–25, when much improved. the deadline to spend $60 million in fedA report prepared by county staffers eral funding the district received to offset outlined the pluses and minuses of the pandemic-related expenses will expire. development. On one hand, concentratAddressing what one questioner termed ing student housing near downtown and “administrative bloat,” Hooker said during campus prevents sprawl and reduces the his Nov. 1 town hall meeting that he would burden on infrastructure. But it also risks only keep federally funded positions that creating a “fragile monoculture” and may have a demonstrable impact on academics. result in a downtown that’s not welcoming “We received tons of money from the to non-students. federal government. Those things only last Commissioners reluctantly approved a three years,” he said. “And believe me, I am plan for condos aimed at seniors in 2017 looking through everything.” [Blake Aued]

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because they believed it would diversify downtown, Commissioner Melissa Link said. But she noted that the current plan includes eight units that will be affordable for tenants who make 60% of the area median income or less, giving students who couldn’t otherwise afford it an opportunity to live downtown. “There is some diversity,” Link said. “I’m grateful for the changes in design.”

The inclusionary zoning ordinance allows higher-density development and fewer parking spaces than required by law.

In exchange, developers agree to set aside a certain percentage of units as affordable.

In this case, the development will include just 189 parking spaces, half of what would ordinarily be required.

“This is the perfect location for this,” Commissioner Carol Myers said. “If a reduction in parking doesn’t work here, it won’t work anywhere.” Students can also save money by not having a car, she added.

The commission also unanimously approved a 90-townhouse development off Jennings Mill Road, an area formerly zoned industrial but which has become increasingly residential because the Georgia Department of Transportation never built a planned Loop 10 flyover. Commissioners Jesse Houle and Russell Edwards argued that the denser style of development, as opposed to single-family homes on large lots, will help ACC deliver services and preserve the “green belt” of undeveloped and agricultural land around the outskirts of the county.

Such housing would become more common in Athens if ACC adopts a “missing middle” policy allowing accessory dwellings, duplexes, townhouses and small apartment buildings in single-family zones. But according to a planning department work plan, planners are too busy updating the state-required comprehensive plan and future land use map to get around to it until mid-2024.

That was unacceptable to Commissioner Tim Denson, who persuaded his colleagues to bump up discussions on accessory dwellings—often called granny flats or in-law suites—as well as talks on regulating short-term rentals like Airbnbs. The work schedule passed 7–2, with Wright and

Commissioner Ovita Thornton opposed.

Timothy Road residents are excited about a future shared-use path because it’s too far away from any destinations to walk, but biking would be an option if the road were safe, former commission candidate Allen Jones said. “There is a bike outline painted on the road, but I’m not sure whether that’s a sharrow or if that’s left over from an accident investigation,” he said.

But the commission unanimously voted to hold for a month a proposal to prioritize shared-use paths along Timothy Road and Mitchell Bridge Road among numerous other options for dedicated sales-tax funding. Commissioner Mike Hamby said he supports the multi-use option but wanted more time to communicate with his constituents. Houle agreed, and also had questions about future funding and cooperation with GDOT. But because the multi-use path could take 15 years to complete, maybe it would make more sense to build a cheaper, quicker sidewalk, Denson said.

After 20 years, the Firefly Trail is coming along more quickly and is now about halfway complete. A few homeowners in the Winterville area, though, have been reluctant to sell ACC the right-of-way to come through their yards, and the commission voted 5–4 to approve a resolution authorizing eminent domain in those cases.

Commissioner Patrick Davenport asked to hold the issue for 30 days. “The residents just feel like they need more time to breathe on this issue,” he said. He was joined by Thornton, Wright and Hamby.

But Edwards said that the resolution is needed to push negotiations forward. “We have some property owners… who have simply said, ‘No, no way, no how. Until you show us a resolution, get off my property,’” he said. Edwards, Denson, Link, Houle and Commissioner Carol Myers voted in favor of it.

The resolution does not mean that the county government will immediately start seizing property, but allows for appraisals to begin. Any vote on actually using eminent domain would come at a later date if negotiations with the holdouts continue to break down. [BA] f

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Before local election returns were online, Because of Georgia’s spotty elections candidates, their supporters, journalists, history, the legislature long ago fixed the interested citizens and other political junkprocess to prevent partisan tampering ies had to go down to the courthouse to with returns, requiring on each board of get the latest returns on election night. No elections representatives of both politimatter how fierce the campaign fights had cal parties. (Libertarians are out of luck.) been, all the candidates were together in This means that all over Georgia, partisan the large basement room, some even chatwatchdogs are baked into each local electing with each other. tions board. Here in All eyes were fixed on Athens-Clarke, we They’re not strangers or the giant chalkboard have by law an elecneatly divided into board member bureaucrats or technocrats tions columns for all the selected by local voting precincts. Each with vote-changing gizmos in Republicans and time the returns came one selected by local their pockets. in for a precinct, a Democrats, and the board of elections rest of the members member came out and wrote the numbers are local citizens appointed by the elected in the appropriate column, providing fresh mayor and commission. And of course all evidence of who was winning and who was elections are local. Whether it’s the presifalling behind, eliciting cheers and moans dent, the governor or your commissioner, from the crowd. you vote here in Athens-Clarke or with a Frequently—especially during the period ballot mailed in locally in an election overwhen our present unified government was seen and tallied by the board of elections taking shape—the writing duties fell to and the local poll workers they employ. The elections board member John Elliott, who board members are local people doing their was an ardent Republican fighting in the civic duty, and so are the poll workers—for long hours and low pay.

We have just concluded another election. Whether it went your way or not, it was managed here locally— and in every county in Georgia—by local people with bipartisan representation. They know each other, and they know that it is part of the process that political foes are keeping an eye on each other when anything is going on behind closed doors, like counting the votes.

And we know them: They’re our friends and neighbors. They’re not strangers or bureaucrats or technocrats Nah! My local board of elections secured my vote. with vote-changing gizmos in their pockets. If trenches to get his candidates elected and you voted in person, you probably saw some to block his opponents. During that unifiof them, and you certainly saw the people cation period, in spite of all his hard work who volunteered to put in long hours at the to the contrary, John was frequently on polls, managing the process by which we all the losing side. Nevertheless, he marched make our political choices. And, of course, grimly out to the chalkboard as each prewhen elections are extremely close, there’s a cinct came in, and he recorded the distasteprovision for automatic recounts. ful results. In spite of the highly charged All these provisions for fair elections partisan gatherings, with months of strugdon’t ease the sting of defeat, and it’s true gle hanging on each set of returns, nobody that our local elections managers can only questioned the numbers John wrote down, work within the guidelines established by even knowing how much he hated the the legislature, which has been pretty harsh results and also knowing Georgia’s long lately in removing some of the encouragehistory of election fraud. In the old days, ments that make voting easier. Even so, nearby Oglethorpe County had the reputavoters turned out in large numbers all over tion of never voting wrong in a governor’s the state. race, the implication being that they just Let us hope that claims of rigged elecheld their results until the winner was tions and voter fraud are so 2020 by now apparent and then adjusted their totals, to that we can all remember just who is in assure a place at the table when road-paving charge of assuring election integrity right and other state largesse was passed out. here in Athens. Hint: Not space aliens. f

As thousands cheered in Jacksonville on William Howard Taft to say, “Antisemitism Oct. 29 when the University of Georgia beat is a noxious weed that should be cut out. It the University of Florida in a longtime colhas no place in America.” lege football rivalry, a message of hate was Sadly, the noxious weeds of antisemitism projected onto the outside of TIAA Bank and domestic terrorism are finding fertile Field, as well as onto a building and a highsoil all over America today. Last year the way overpass in the city. “Kanye is right ADL tracked more than 2,700 antisemitic about the Jews,” said the message in supincidents ranging from vandalism and grafport of antisemitic screeds from rapper Ye, fiti to threats and assaults, a 34% increase formerly known as Kanye West. Coming the over the previous year. During the 1930s— same weekend that the husband of Speaker before World War II—the ADL waged of the House Nancy Pelosi was attacked by political and media battles against the Nazia hammer-wielding man in the couple’s San allied German-American Bund and against Francisco home, the anonymous antisemitic the reactionary radio hatemonger Father messages in Florida were just more reminders that America is becoming an increasingly dangerous and divided nation.

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office and the FBI are looking into the incidents, but a sheriff’s department statement said that the antisemitic comments, as reprehensible as they are, did not include “any type of threat and are protected by the First Amendment.” Both the University of Georgia and the University of Florida responded quickly, saying in a joint statement that they “denounce these and all acts of antisemitism and other forms of hatred and intolerance. We are proud to be home to thriving Jewish communities at UGA and UF, and we stand together against hate.”

Antisemitic banners were hung from Jacksonville overpasses during the Just days before Georgia-Florida game. the incident in Jacksonville, a memorial was held in Pittsburgh to honor Charles Coughlin, a precursor to today’s those killed and wounded when an antiseright-wing media stars whose microphones mitic gunman attacked the Tree of Life and websites reach millions.

Synagogue there, killing 11 and injuring The ADL’s Jonathan Greenblatt exposes six, on Oct. 27, 2018. It was the deadliest rising antisemitism and political terrorism attack against Jews in U.S. history. Some in his new book, It Could Happen Here: Why victims of the Tree of Life massacre were America is Tipping from Hate to the UnthinkHolocaust survivors who were gunned able–and How We Can Stop It. The book takes down in a house of worship in modern-day its title from It Can’t Happen Here, the 1935 America after surviving Hitler’s horrors dystopian novel by author Sinclair Lewis in Europe during World War II. From the about a fascist dictatorship in America. “The pogroms against Jews in Russia to the Nazi sad fact is that hatred of all kinds—includHolocaust to hatred spreading online in ing racism, antisemitism, Islamophobia, cyberspace today, antisemitism has a long, xenophobia, and more—has exploded in inglorious and continuing history. recent years,” writes Greenblatt. Such an Since it was founded in 1913, the Antiexplosion was seen in the MAGA mob riot Defamation League has fought a long on Capitol Hill in 2021 and in the recent struggle against bigotry in America. When attack on Paul Pelosi by a man whose brain Leo Frank, a Jewish man, was lynched by is infested with conspiratorial chimeras and a mob here in Georgia in 1913, the vicious the “Big Lie” that the 2020 election was stoface of Southern bigotry was shown to the len from MAGA messiah Donald Trump. world. The same kind of mobs that had When Florida lost to Georgia in football, lynched African Americans with impunity the losers didn’t claim that the game was throughout this nation’s history also went rigged and attack the winning team. It’s too unpunished after the infamous Leo Frank bad that the same sportsmanship doesn’t affair. Jews were targets of hatred here apply to today’s American politics that are in America long before the rise of Hitler’s sullied by antisemites, bigots and purveyors regime in Germany, leading President of conspiratorial snake oil. f

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ith Thanksgiving and the holiday season upon us, we’re all looking forward to gathering with loved ones and friends again this year. Believe it or not though, this is still another COVID-19 holiday season.

While it may not seem like the pandemic is still a real threat, more than 370 people are dying of COVID-19 every day in the U.S., according to recent CDC data. Since the pandemic began, the U.S. has consistently seen a pattern of spikes in cases between November and February, as temperatures get colder and people gather inside more. Less masking and observance of pandemic public health measures make it all the more likely that the pattern will repeat again this year.

spective. As Athens-Clarke County Commissioner Melissa Link once said, “Poop don’t lie.” According to Erin Lipp’s wastewater monitoring project at UGA’s College of Public Health, COVID-19 is still spreading in Athens-Clarke County at levels greater than this time last year, just before the Omicron variant wave hit. As of the Oct. 28, 2022 lab update, viral loads have been increasing in the last month, in the 64th percentile of all samples taken to date, and “were 10-fold higher than this time last year,” despite fewer cases reported in official data.

“It really has been a very slow upward climb since late September, much like our slow climb in the summer. Our levels now are higher than they were at this time last year,”

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Wastewater testing continues to show high levels of viral load despite official statistics showing few COVID-19 cases in Athens.

Unlike previous years, there are some differences to consider—less reliable official testing data due to the prevalence of at-home testing; elevated flu rates much earlier in the flu season than we’ve seen in recent years; and increased RSV cases in children that have resulted in unusually high hospitalization rates for what is normally considered a fairly common viral ailment. Many public health officials are concerned about the potential of these three factors coming together at once, as they could inundate and stress our already tenuous health-care system this holiday season. Careful planning for the holiday season ahead, with a return to public health measures, vaccinations and booster shots, could make a big difference.

Lipp said. “We may be at another plateau now, but I suspect we’ll see things increase around the holidays, as we did in the past two years, because people are traveling, in different social networks, and will tend to be inside. And new variants are circulating.

“Over the past two years, levels in wastewater have started to pick up in mid- to late November and peak in early January. With holidays, traveling, and movement back into Athens after the winter break, it is likely we’ll see this pattern again.”

The Pandemic Isn’t Over

Vaccination, booster doses and public health measures are still the best means to help keep yourself and loved ones safe this holiday season. While vaccination rates in Clarke County have not seen a vast increase in recent months, the DPH Vaccine Dashboard data shows that local vaccination rates are ample—57% of residents have had at least one dose of the vaccine and 52% have been fully vaccinated, and 54% of those that have been fully vaccinated have also received a booster shot. Just 437 children ages 6 months to 4 years (or 6.5%) are vaccinated; while older adults maintain a near-100% vaccination rate. Children and adults younger than 25 remain the lowest vaccinated populations in Clarke County.

So what does this mean for the Thanksgiving and holiday season ahead? According to public health experts, now is the time to take action. Get a booster shot, make sure you’re vaccinated and those most at risk have been vaccinated, or consider other preventive measures to help the spread of infection of COVID-19 and other viral spread like flu and RSV.

You’d be forgiven if you thought the worst of the pandemic was over. After all, Georgia Department of Public Health and CDC data suggest as much. Locally, just 89 new cases of COVID-19 had been reported officially in the last three weeks, according to DPH’s Nov. 2 update. Further, the seven-day running average for Clarke County is just five new cases a day, and no Clarke County residents died of COVID-19 in October, DPH data shows. To date, 233 Clarke County residents have died from COVID-19, with no significant increases since August, and DPH hospitalization data showed just 17 new patients admitted for COVID-19 in the region in the last three weeks, as of Nov. 2.

However, while DPH data suggests that the virus isn’t causing death or severe increases in hospitalizations, at-home testing has become commonplace, and official data on new cases is a vast undercount of local viral spread.

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Protect Yourself and Others

“I think vaccinations [for flu and COVID] are as important as ever to prevent severe disease,” said Lipp, “and people can still use pretty simple mitigation efforts like gathering in groups outside, increasing ventilation when inside, and using portable air filters, which all help to reduce transmission of COVID, RSV, and flu, all airborne respiratory viruses. And of course well fitting masks (N95, KN95) also offer personal protection against these as well.”

At this juncture in the pandemic, the tried-and-true rules still apply. First and foremost: Get vaccinated, and get a booster if you qualify. Follow basic public health measures that have been recommended since the onset of the pandemic—wash your hands, avoid close contact and wear a mask when you’re in an enclosed indoor space with more than a few people.

Who Should Get a COVID Booster If you’ve received the primary COVID-19 vaccination, you’re 50 and older or are immunocompromised, public health experts recommend getting a COVID-19 booster.

According to cardiologist Jayne Morgan, executive director of Piedmont Hospital System’s COVID Task Force, the bivalent booster shot is available to anyone over the age of 5, but is particularly beneficial for those with pre-existing conditions or who are immunocompromised. The vaccine is safe and could be helpful for particularly vulnerable populations with the holiday season ahead.

“The new bivalent booster was formulated specifically to target the Omicron variant,” said Morgan. “So it is 50% of the original formulation, and 50% of the new formulation targeting the Omicron variant. There is no reason to believe that it is not safe, and all completed trials to date have not signaled safety issues.”

If you’re 12–49 years old and not immunocompromised, and you’ve already received three or more COVID-19 shots (i.e. a two shot initial dose and a booster, a one-shot initial dose and two boosters, or any initial completed vaccine dose and more than two booster doses), your risk of hospitalization or death is significantly reduced; additional boosters are not likely to add much protection. However, a booster can provide extra protection for others for a couple of months. If you’ll be seeing older or immunocompromised adults over the holidays, getting a booster dose might be worth it. Getting a booster dose two to four weeks before the gathering can give those most vulnerable extra protection by reducing your likelihood of becoming a vector. Need further guidance? The CDC has an interactive resource to help you determine whether you should get a booster dose.

With flu rates elevated so early in the season, consider getting a flu vaccine this year. According to Morgan, there’s a real possibility of a particularly difficult holiday season ahead.

“RSV has arrived early this year, and the flu season has not yet gotten into full swing at a time when people are resistant to masking, as well as other public health measures,” she said. “So the possibility exists, especially as peak flu season is generally between December and March, and the SARS-CoV-2 virus continues to mutate with poor uptake of the bivalent booster to date.”

Getting a COVID-19 booster dose and flu vaccine simultaneously might mean a day or two of more adverse side effects, but research shows that getting both shots at once is both safe and likely to have better health outcomes in the long term.

“You can get the flu more than once a season,” Morgan said. “A second infection carries the same risk of complications as the first, the most serious of which are pneumonia and sepsis. Additionally, heart attacks are six-fold higher in the first week after contracting the flu. This is especially concerning for the elderly and for those with heart and/or lung disease.”

Bottom line: Get vaccinated or boosted. Consider your risk (and others’), what precautions might help beforehand, and make changes as needed if at-risk populations will be in attendance to family and friend gatherings. Consider the risk of those attending events in large groups. Are there people who are unvaccinated? Are there older adults or children? Are immunocompromised in attendance? If so, public health experts suggest further mitigation methods such as outdoor settings for crowds, increased ventilation methods or masking. f

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Dawgs on Top, Again

SANFORD CROWD HELPS GEORGIA BEAT NO. 1 TENNESSEE

By Cy Brown news@flagpole.com I’ve been in all kinds of crowds in my time as a Georgia fan. I’ve been in loud crowds, such as the 2013 game against LSU. I’ve been in fun crowds, such as the one at the 2017 Cocktail Party in Jacksonville. I’ve even been in wet crowds, such as the one that witnessed Alabama stomp the Dawgs in 2015. But I’d never been in a crowd that was simultaneously loud, fun and wet until last weekend.

The Tennessee Volunteers came to Athens with the No. 1 ranking in the College Football Playoff race and the belief that they could uncrown the Dawgs. That No. 1 spot and any remaining belief they could usurp the Dawgs at the top of the sport were left on the field at Sanford Stadium as Georgia whipped up on Tennessee 27-13.

would be “just fine in Athens.”

“Playing between the hedges is overrated,” Ainge tweeted. “Not that loud and definitely not intimidating. It’s nothing like playing in Neyland.”

We took that personally. Thanks to the crowd noise, the Vols committed seven false starts penalties. In one especially satisfying stretch, back-to-back false starts moved the Vols from 3rd-and-2 in the red zone to 3rd-and-12. They settled for a field goal.

Ainge apologized to Dawg fans and gave props for the environment after the game.

What other choice did he have after being proved so spectacularly wrong?

The crowd adapted, too. Tennessee plays lighting-quick on offense, lining back up and snapping within seconds of the end

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of the previous play. In real time, 90,000 Georgia fans realized they could never stop cheering while Tennessee was driving; otherwise, they could find a split second to call in a play while it was (relatively) silent. The fans refused to give any kind of edge to the Vols.

Then came the third quarter, and with it, the rain. A lot of folks in the crowd, myself included, were ill-prepared for the weather.

When the light mist turned to the steady shower, I expected droves to start heading for the concourse. Instead, it galvanized the crowd. At that point, the game was won. If Tennessee can’t score on us in clear weather, they sure as hell can’t do it in the driving rain. And they didn’t.

Ainge’s comments might have held an acorn of truth back when he was under center for Tennessee more than a decade ago. But Sanford has been a fortress under Kirby’s watch. Since his inauspicious inaugural season, the Dawgs are 33-1 at Sanford.

No opponent will relish a trip between the hedges unless they have a humiliation kink.

Saturday was my first trip back to Sanford in three years. Between the pandemic and living two states away, it was just never possible. But if part of the price of admission was skipping three years of home games, I still would’ve paid it. There just ain’t nothing like a Saturday in Athens— even when it’s raining. f

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I’ll leave those better equipped with knowledge of scheme and strategy to tell you the “how” of Georgia beating Tennessee, but I can quickly give you the “why”: Georgia is more talented. That’s it. The national college football media got wrapped up in the hype and excitement of the explosive Tennessee offense and ignored basic facts. Georgia is the second-ranked team in 247’s talent composite rankings. Tennessee ranks 19th. The Vols are a good team that ran into a great program in front of a raucous crowd.

It’s that crowd I want to talk about, because I’ve never been as impressed with Dawg People as I was Saturday. It was the most sustainably loud atmosphere I’ve ever witnessed for a college football game. With Vols facing their toughest road test of the season, Kirby Smart challenged the fanbase to show up early and be loud. It did him one better and stayed in the stands for the entire game, even when it rained for the better part of an hour.

“I’ve never seen our fans not leave the stadium like that, even when it rained,” Smart said. “Our fans were elite today. We asked them to be. They responded.”

There was pride on the line for Dawg fans as well. In the buildup to the game, ex-Vols quarterback Erik Ainge managed to provide bulletin board material for the fanbase by tweeting his belief that Tennessee

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Student Artwork, Tarot Decks and More Living With Grief During Holidays SIX NEW EXHIBITIONS AT THE LYNDON HOUSE ARTS CENTER

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With six different exhibitions currently ary craft artist currently pursuing an MFA on view, the Lyndon House Arts Center’s at the Lamar Dodd School of Art, investifall programming presents a wide range of gates how racial violence has been historideas and experiences. Closing this week on ically ingrained within the landscape and Nov. 12, the series “Collections from Our material culture of the South, and how this Community” presents a wide assortment violence causes a disparity of experience of tarot decks and crystal skulls owned by between white and Black people encounterCarrie Slayton, who first began seriously ing these objects and materials. collecting in 2020, after the first round of “By exposing the pervasiveness of COVID stimulus checks were distributed. anti-Blackness within the material culture With over 200 tarot decks in her collecof the American south, I aim to expose tion, Slayton actively seeks out-of-print, the reality of anti-Black violence and Black Halloween and darker themed decks, as well intergenerational trauma as ongoing conas unique ones from Etsy and Kickstarter ditions, and seek catharsis for my own artists, instead of traexperience as a Black ditional Rider-Waite person navigating a decks. world built through Currently on view and around the subjuthrough the end gation of my people,” of November, “The says Diamond in their Ties That Bind: The artist statement.

Paradox of Cultural Diamond will offer a Survival Amid 3Thurs Artist Talk on Climate Events” Jan. 19 at 6 p.m. includes photography A tradition of

by Tamika Galanis the annual Juried and sculpture by Exhibition, the Anina Major. The Lyndon House Arts two artists met while Center selects one attending an artist promising artist and residency on St. invites them to return Helena Island, SC, and present a solo during which they show of their work.

“Barbie Dreamhouse” by Bess Carter examined cultural This year’s recipient identity and sustainof the Arts Center ability through environmental relationChoice Award is Bess Carter, a local artist ships. Galanis and Major, both from The who graduated from The Dodd and now Bahamas and now based in Atlanta and works as an art teacher at Oconee County New York City, respectively, re-examine High School. Finding inspiration in family the connections between people and places and her “everyday beautifully imperfect life through their work. A virtual conversation as a mom to four great kids,” her paintings with Major and Galanis will be held Nov. 10 focus on bright, eclectically furnished inteat 4 p.m. Held in conjunction with UGA’s riors and still life paintings. Carter will host Spotlight on the Arts, a gallery talk and an artist talk and reception on Feb. 16 at 6 basket weaving workshop will be offered on p.m.

Nov. 19 from 11 a.m.–3 p.m.

Spotlighting Kate Burke, Rebecca On view through Jan. 14, “RE-“ is a Kreisler and Sylvia Schaefer, “A Pattern of biennial show of works by students in Moments” connects three bodies of work kindergarten through 12th grade in the that share a feminine sensibility. From the Clarke County School District. Celebrating delicately stitched embroidery by Burke, creative youth and spotlighting the importo the dizzyingly three-dimensional folded tance of art education, the exhibition fills paper by Kreisler to the comforting geoboth floors of the atrium with everything metric quilts of Schaefer, all three artists from photography and painting to collage create their labor-intensive pieces through and sculpture. Following the challenges repeating a singular process multiple times. of pandemic learning, this year’s theme, Kreisler will offer a free workshop to make “RE-,” prompted teachers and students to three-dimensional star-shaped ornaments reflect, readjust, reimagine, restart, reset, on Nov. 17 at 6 p.m. remember, rethink, rebuild and so on. In In addition to new exhibitions, the collaboration with the Athens Downtown LHAC and Lyndon House Arts Foundation Development Authority, a series of streetwill also celebrate the latest installment light banners featuring youth artworks will of its ongoing artist edition series with be installed throughout downtown. a print sale on Tuesday, Nov. 15 at 5:30 Three additional exhibitions recently p.m. Harold Rittenberry Jr. has designed a opened on Nov. 8 and will remain on view new work entitled “RAYS OF JOY, LOVE” through Mar. 4. On display in the center’s with printmaker Amanda Burk of Flat File front lobby case, “The Same, Yet Separate” Print Shop. The 18-inch-by-18-inch screen

by J Taran Diamond shares an unusual print features mermaids, birds and several collection of objects thoughtfully created other silhouettes that frequently inspire in response to local sites with compliRittenberry’s large metal sculptures. Prints cated histories including Lake Lanier, the are $100, with proceeds benefiting the Camak House and the Ware-Lyndon House. foundation, and can be purchased online Diamond, a metalsmith and interdisciplinthe following afternoon if supplies last. f

My father died last year, and as I navigate the stages of my grief, guilt has probably been the toughest one to handle. It’s been a year and a half, and the hurt isn’t as sharp as it used to be. I have more good days than bad ones lately, save for the occasional, intense sob session while scrolling through his Facebook page. But the guilt becomes worse when I realize that I don’t hate the way our family has changed. I’ve thought about this a lot, and even as I attempt to describe it to you all, my mind is also supplying all the reasons that it’s OK to look forward to the holidays at home, even if my dad won’t be there. Enjoying the peace of my family home doesn’t mean that I’m happy my dad isn’t part of that anymore.

I definitely resented some of his ways and attitudes

His palate was adventurous in a way that mine is not—he loved lamb and oysters but hated hearts of palm, which is fully opposite of my own tastes. Regardless, we never refused to try anything that the other cooked.

I won’t be able to share this pudding with my dad, and I can’t be mad at anyone about that. It is what it is. I’m not a very religious person at all, and it’s most helpful for me to accept that he is gone and our lives must move on. I don’t believe that we’ll be reunited in an afterlife, though I fully understand why some people do.

What a comforting thing to believe, right?

There was always going to be a Christmas where Dad wouldn’t be here with us, and it doesn’t serve me to ache and long for the way things used to be.

when he was around, and it makes perfect sense that I would still harbor some of those resentments now that he’s gone. His death didn’t absolve him of his worldview or the way he imposed it on his family at times.

Last year, I knew that our first Christmas without him would be rough. I wanted to shake up our usual Christmas day festivities (open presents, eat holiday lunch, go visit nearby relatives and eat their lunch, too), so I decided to get us some Victorian-­style crackers. We sat at the table that morning with our coffee and were startled by how dang loud those things popped, and we really enjoyed sharing the jokes and gifts that were inside. And of course, I felt like the worst daughter in the world for introducing something so fun to our family on the first Christmas where our father couldn’t participate.

This year I’ve decided that I’m going to keep the Dickensian theme going and make a Christmas pudding (wish me luck), which should tickle the hell out of my very Southern, very American mom. Daddy liked old-­school fruitcake, so I imagine that a pile of dried and fermented fruit and bread, dotted with beef suet and soaked in brandy, might not offend his sensibilities too much.

I’m here now, and I intend to be here now. My father will always be a part of my life, and continuing to live it does not disrespect his memory. How could it?

Daddy’s gone, and I still have Applebum family fish to fry. I have Applebum cousins who shamelessly cape for Kanye West because they think that celebrity worship will somehow make them rich by association. Other Applebums are hitting up family elders for shoe money while claiming it’s for bills. One cousin is finally substance-­ free and living on the farm where he works.

Another cousin is claiming the entire family is against them because no one would keep their kids so they could go see Lil Boosie a few months ago. Most of this is not my business, and I will NOT be getting involved, but it’s fun to be old enough to get the scoop on family drama and judge it all from a distance. Daddy will be present in my heart when I slip the young ones a twenty or go take a walk with my cousins.

I have to keep living, and I’m allowed to enjoy that living while it’s happening. f

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Dooley’s Downtown

A WELL EXECUTED SPORTS BAR IN AN UNSUCCESSFUL SPACE

By Hillary Brown food@flagpole.com DOOLEY’S BAR AND GRILL (259 E. Broad St., 706-850-1587): It’s unclear whether this new bar/restaurant gets its name more from the movie Johnny Dangerously, which features an establishment called just that, or from the former Georgia Bulldogs head football coach and athletic director, although it’s probably the latter.

Home to a series of mediocre restaurants and bars, most recently Einstein Bros.

Bagels, the space has never been inspiring, but it feels spiffed up now. The place seems to have mastered the ability to be a sports bar, which is to say both a bar and a restaurant, with a menu that’s a little more interesting and better executed than one would expect. None of that is to say that you can expect health food or a focus on locally grown vegetables. Most of what’s available is greasy: wings, grilled cheeses, burgers, baskets of fried stuff. That’s what sports bar food tends to be and, in this case, is. You will need some napkins, and you may need to take a Tums, but your meal will provide a solid base for several beers. The more quickly eaten relative to time of preparation your food is, the better it will be. In other words, hot grease beats cold grease.

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Prices aren’t bad. The Floyd’s Fried Bologna n’ Cheese sandwich is a simple thing: thick-sliced bologna run across the griddle, American cheese, mayo and mustard, all grilled between sourdough bread.

It’s also only $6, and although it’s not enormous, it is filling. That doesn’t include a side, but who’s to say you always need one?

The impulse-buy-type items that sit atop the menu in the starters are more expensive. The buffalo chicken rangoons, served with a sriracha honey lime dipping sauce (a fancy ranch dressing, basically), are pretty good bar food, but at $8 for a handful, you may resent them a bit. Baskets of fries or chips covered with various toppings will run you $9, and if you want to add steak ($5) or chicken ($4), that costs a good bit extra.

The Peach and Pig is a fancy grilled cheese, combining brie with homemade peach preserves and bacon on wheat bread. Dare I write this? It has too much bacon relative to the preserves. I love bacon, and I don’t

really like the sweet-and-salty combo, but the sandwich would be better if it leaned into the contrast harder. Like the rest of the menu, the burgers are compact (3 oz.), decently priced and fatty. They need some more punch, but they’re perfectly well executed. There are salads, should you want to go that direction, and kids meals, which are $8 but come with a side and a drink. Plus, there is a well-stocked bar with few taps but a good selection of canned and bottled beer.

There are, of course, TVs generally tuned to sports, but they could be showing an episode of “Supernatural” if you go for lunch, and there is much in the way of memorabilia on the walls. Dooley’s is open from 11 a.m.–2 a.m. Monday through Saturday and 11 a.m. to midnight on Sundays. It delivers and does take-out, but has no outdoor seating.

BLENDERZ (245 Oconee St., 706-5140060): This place that took over the location of Frutta Bowls in The Mark feels like a chain in its infancy. It’s kind of the opposite of Dooley’s, in that its food is expensive, health-oriented and not all that well executed. I am sympathetic to restaurateurs’ increasing costs, but $15 for a quinoa bowl with chicken, romaine, black beans, cheddar, corn, avocado, salsa and Greek yogurt is, you know, a bit much. For reference, the Power Lunch at The National, which is reliably delicious, healthy and has plenty of food, is $14.

A chicken panini with red onions, cheddar, salsa and jalapenos is $12.50 and not huge.

A “regular”-sized smoothie can cost as much as $9.

The prices might be more tolerable were the food better. It tastes like the kind of thing you could get at your average grocery store, and while you might be happy with it there, your cost would be less, and your expectations lower. Do you really, really want your açai bowl served in half a coconut for an extra $8 so that you can put it on Instagram? Or did you work out at Orange Theory right next door? Those are reasons to go here.

Blenderz is open 7 a.m.–8 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 10 a.m.–6 p.m.

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it will be closing Dec. 18. and will not do Thanksgiving sides or desserts this year.

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COMEDY: IGB Comedy Night (International Grill & Bar) Enjoy a night of stand-​up comedy hosted by Zack Hayes. 7–9 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/IGBAthensGA COMEDY: Open Toad Comedy Night (Flicker Theatre & Bar) Comedy performed by a mix of newcomers and local favorites from Athens and Atlanta. 9 p.m. (doors). $7. www.flickertheatreandbar.com EVENTS: No Phone Party (Hendershot’s) Disconnect to connect with a phone-​free, laptop-​free happy hour featuring drink specials, snacks, games and a record player.

Every Tuesday, 6–9 p.m. www. hendershotsathens.com GAMES: Bad Dog Trivia at Amici (Amici Athens) Top three teams win prizes with free beer pitchers to winning teams between rounds.

Hosted by TJ Wayt. Tuesdays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddog athens KIDSTUFF: Library Storytime (Oconee County Library) Freddy Frog invites little ones and their caregivers for a morning full of songs, puppets, movement and fun. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athens library.org/oconee MEETINGS: Athens Fibercraft Guild (Lyndon House Arts Center) Alexandrina Dordea will give a presentation on Tambour Embroidery via Zoom. 12:30–2:30 p.m. FREE! www.athensfiber.org SPORTS: Classic City Pétanque Club (Lay Park Community Center) New players welcome. Scheduled play days are Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays at 1:30 p.m. vice president@athenspetanque.org

Wednesday 9 ART: Tour at Two (Georgia Museum of Art) These drop-​in public tours feature highlights of the permanent collection and are led by museum docents. 2 p.m. FREE! www.georgia museum.org CLASSES: Salsa Dance Class (Cloud) Join SALSAthens for Cuban-​style salsa dance classes.

No partner necessary and beginners welcome. 7–8 p.m. $10. www. facebook.com/salsaathens COMEDY: Gorgeous George’s Improv League (Buvez) Come out for some home-​grown townie improv. Bring some interesting suggestions and a loose funny bone to help create some improv magic on the spot. Every Wednesday, 7 p.m. $5 suggested donation. www. flyingsquidcomedy.com EVENTS: Athens Farmers Market (Creature Comforts Brewery) Markets offer fresh produce, flowers, eggs, meats, prepared foods and a variety of arts and crafts. Live music begins at 6 p.m. AFM doubles SNAP dollars spent at the market.

Every Wednesday, 5–8 p.m. www. athensfarmersmarket.net EVENTS: The Garden Party Pop-​up (Athentic Brewing Co.) The Garden Party is a local houseplant store and events service provider that emphasizes sourcing eco-​conscious and homegrown products. FREE! 5–9 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com FILM: Athens, GA: Inside/Out Screening with Bill Cody (UGA

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Special Collections Library) Join for a guided tour of the “Georgia on my Mind: Finding Belonging in Music History” exhibition (5 p.m.), a screening of Athens, GA: Inside/ Out with producer Bill Cody (5:30 p.m.), followed by Athens/Inside-​ Out 2: Red Turns Into Blue (7:30 p.m.). FREE! www.libs.uga.edu FILM: Showdown at the Equator (Flicker Theatre & Bar) After his martial arts school is infiltrated and destroyed by ninjas, Shao must master the art of ninjutsu in order to avenge his family in the ultra-​ bloody Five Elements Ninjas. 7–9 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/ showdownattheequator FILM: Wednesday Cozy Movie Night (Athentic Brewing Co.) Bring a comfy blanket, your favorite snacks and cuddle up for a night of feel-​good cinema classics. 7–9 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing. com GAMES: SpongeBob Trivia (Hendershot’s) Test your “SpongeBob SquarePants” knowledge with trivia host Oliver Merritt to win prizes.

7–10 p.m. FREE! www.hendershots athens.com GAMES: MCU Trivia Night (B&B Theatre) Teams of 2–6 will go head-​to-​head on their Marvel cinematic universe knowledge with Quizmaster David. The winner will receive a B&B Theatres gift card.

7:30 p.m. www.facebook.com/bb athens12 KIDSTUFF: Busy Bee Toddler Time (Bogart Library) Ms. Donna presents a highly interactive storytime featuring rhymes, songs, puppets and a simple story. 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. FREE! 706-​441-​9099, www. athenslibrary.org/bogart KIDSTUFF: Library Crafternoon (Oconee County Library) Drop by the children’s area for crafts and plenty of fun. All materials supplied, all ages welcome. 1–3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/ oconee KIDSTUFF: Lego Builders Club (Bogart Library) Lego lovers of all ages are invited; Duplos, Mega Blocks and blocks will be available for younger builders under the age of 7. 3:30 p.m. FREE! 706-​441-​ 9099, www.athenslibrary.org/bogart KIDSTUFF: Anime Club (Oconee County Library) This group brings fans of anime and manga together to discover books, shows, movies, art and Japanese culture. Hang out as members play games, eat snacks and watch anime. Grades 6–12.

7–8 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary. org/oconee LECTURES & LIT: Johnstone Lecture (State Botanical Garden of Georgia) Named in honor of the State Botanical Garden’s first director, The Johnstone Lecture will feature Cassandra Quave, author of Plant Hunter. 6:30–8:30 p.m. FREE! www.botgarden.uga.edu SPORTS: Pétanque Club of Athens (UGA Redcoat Band Practice Field) Learn to play the greatest game you’ve never heard of. RSVP. Wednesdays, 1 p.m. FREE! athens petanqueclub@gmail.com, athenspetanqueclub.wixsite.com/play

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Lyndon House’s art preparator, Kathryn Refi, presents a demonstration of basic framing, packing, storage, shipping and hanging of artwork. Nov. 10 & Dec. 8, 6–7 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/ lyndonhouse CLASSES: Cool Ideas for a Hot Planet (Athens Chamber of Commerce) Classic City of Athens Rotary Environmental Action Team presents an En-​ROADS workshop which is a global climate simulator that explores the environmental impact of roughly 30 policies.

5:30–7:30 p.m. FREE! ECORotary @eacau.org COMEDY: Best of Atlanta Comedy (Rialto Club) Comedians Mandal, Wellington Juku, Sally Brooks and Noel Appling will provide laughs. 7 p.m. $10–75. www.facebook.com/ AubreyEntertainmentAthensGA EVENTS: Pathways to Feeling Yourself (Revolution Therapy and Yoga) Join Meg Wilson and Kamryn Gillham as they explore sexuality and masturbation, as well as how to increase pleasure and how masturbation can lead to a more fulfilling sex life. 6:30–8 p.m. FREE! www. revolutiontherapyandyoga.com GAMES: Thursday Trivia (Johnny’s New York Style Pizza) Jon Head hosts trivia every Thursday. Win pitchers and gift certificates. 7–9 p.m. www.johnnyspizza.com KIDSTUFF: Move and Play (Oconee County Library) Join Ms. Carley for open play to help encourage early literacy. For ages birth to five years and their caregivers. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/ oconee KIDSTUFF: Teen Studio: Abstract Landscapes (Georgia Museum of Art) Visit the exhibition “Infinity on the Horizon,” then create your own landscape-​inspired art in a studio-​ based workshop led by Kristen Bach. Ages 13–18. Email to reserve a spot. 5:30–8 p.m. FREE! gmoa-​ tours@uga.edu SPORTS: Classic City Pétanque Club (Lay Park Community Center) New players welcome. Scheduled play days are Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays at 1:30 p.m. vice president@athenspetanque.org THEATER: Jekyll & Hyde the Musical (Morton Theatre) Jekyll & Hyde is an evocative tale of two men—one, a doctor, passionate and romantic; the other, a terrifying madman—and two women—one, beautiful and trusting; the other, beautiful and trusting of herself.

Nov. 10–12, 7:30 p.m. Nov. 13, 3 p.m. $12–15. www.mortontheatre. com THEATER: Comedy of Errors (UGA Fine Arts Theatre) Shakespeare’s slapstick comedy follows the antics of two sets of twins separated at birth. What follows is mayhem, misunderstanding and mistaken identity where crowd-​pleasing confusion and puns reign supreme.

8 p.m. $12–16. 706-​542-​4247, ugatheatre.com/comedyoferrors

Friday 11 EVENTS: ILYSM Coconut Clouds Beer Release Party (Creature Comforts Brewery) Celebrating the release of a seasonal coconut brown ale with music by Outersea and cupcake pairings from Viva

Argentina. 7–9 p.m. FREE! www. creaturecomfortsbeer.com EVENTS: The Fight Against Suicide (The Classic Center) This event will feature amateur boxing matches from UGA Greek volunteers to promote mental health awareness and financially benefit the Sam Asbury foundation. 8 p.m. $30–45. www. classiccenter.com MEETINGS: Interagency & Community Meeting (ACC Library) Family Connection-​Communities In Schools welcomes CCSD Superintendent Dr. Robbie Hooker to discuss ways agencies, schools and the community can work together to support students. 9–10:30 a.m.

FREE! www.fc-​cis.org PERFORMANCE: Faust (Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall) Joined by the Hodgson Singers and UGA Symphony Orchestra, the UGA Opera Theatre performs Faust, a 19th century opera in which Méphistophélès offers the aging and bitter Dr. Faust youth and fame… for a price. Nov. 11, 7:30 p.m. & Nov. 13, 3 p.m. $3 (w/ UGA ID), $20. pac.uga.edu PERFORMANCE: Athens Showgirl Cabaret Fabulous Friday (The Sound Track) Join Athens Showgirl Cabaret for a birthday bash celebrating Kellie Devine and Jenn Sparx with a fabulous night of drag entertainment. Ages 21 & up. 10 p.m. FREE! www.athensshowgirl cabaret.com THEATER: Jekyll & Hyde the Musical (Morton Theatre) See Thursday listing for full description. Nov. 10–12, 7:30 p.m. Nov. 13, 3 p.m. $12–15. www.mortontheatre.com THEATER: Comedy of Errors (UGA Fine Arts Theatre) See Thursday listing for full description. 8 p.m. $12–16. 706-​542-​4247, uga theatre.com/comedyof errors

Saturday 12 ART: Family Day: The South in Photography (Georgia Museum of Art) Check out the exhibition “Reckonings and Reconstructions” and participate in fun Art Cart activities about family, food and home. 10 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.georgia museum.org ART: Art for Justice Saturdays (AADM Justice Center and Bookstore) Paint to soothing music and discuss local issues. Supplies provided. All skill levels welcome.

Saturdays, 3–5 p.m. Donations accepted. www.aadmovement.org CLASSES: SPARK Academy Weekend (UGA Center for Continuing Education & Hotel) Middle and high school students spend a weekend working alongside professionals for practical experience and advice on the career fields of their interest.

Classes offered for this round include 3D Animation, Creative Writing: “World Building Magic and Technology” and Infinity: The Strange and Beautiful. Nov. 12–13, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. $185. www.georgia center.uga.edu/youth/spark COMEDY: Sasheer Zamata (40 Watt Club) Writer, actress and former “Saturday Night Live” cast member will perform comedy. 7 p.m. $20. www.40watt.com EVENTS: Thanksgiving Clothes Giveaway (Inn Between The Hedges) Youth is Life will be giving

away free clothes, shoes, hygiene products, mental health resources and homelessness prevention resources. 9 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.youthislife.org EVENTS: Oconee Farmers Market (Oconee County Courthouse) Over 20 vendors offer a variety of fresh produce, local honey, fresh-​cut flowers, unique crafts, dog treats, fresh gelato, homemade pasta, locally sourced meats and eggs, plants and more. Many vendors offer pre-​ordering options and curbside pickup. Saturdays, 9 a.m.–12 p.m. www.oconeefarmersmarket.net EVENTS: West Broad Farmers Market (West Broad Farmers Market and Garden) The market offers fresh produce, locally raised meat and eggs, baked goods, flowers, artisan goods and more. Online ordering is available Sundays– Thursdays for drive-​thru pick up.

Saturdays, 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. www.wbfm.locallygrown.net EVENTS: Really, Really Free Market (Reese and Pope Park) Just like a yard sale, but everything is free.

Bring what you can, take what you need. Second Saturday of every month. 12–2 p.m. reallyreallyfree marketathens@gmail.com, www. facebook.com/RRFMAthens EVENTS: Worldwide Aquathon (YWCO) Enjoy three hours of aqua fitness at this second annual event.

All proceeds will benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Athens. YWCO membership not required. Registration opens at 1 p.m. Cash and checks only. 2–5 p.m. $5 (suggested donation). www.ywco.org KIDSTUFF: Saturday Storytime (Oconee County Library) Join Ms. Carley for songs, stories and crafts.

All ages welcome. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee LECTURES & LIT: Go Succeed College and Career Symposium (Athens Community Career Academy) Students in grades 6–12, parents/guardians and members of the community can receive support and information on post-​high school opportunities. There will be informative sessions on getting money for college, non-​college career programs and more. Registration required. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! www.collegefactory.org MEETINGS: Merry Meet Every Week (Rabbit Hole Studios) Meet members of the Athens Area Pagans and discuss Pagan Pride Day. Meetings held every Saturday, 5 p.m. Donations encouraged. beth@ athensareapagans.org OUTDOORS: Guided Bird Walk (Wild Birds Unlimited) Wild Birds Unlimited will lead a bird walk for all ages at a local sanctuary. RSVP required, 706-​521-​8876. 8–9 a.m.

FREE! www.wbu.com SPORTS: Watch Party: UGA vs.

Mississippi State (Athentic Brewing Co.) Cheer on the defending National Champs, the Georgia Bulldogs, as they take on Mississippi State, and enjoy some game day food by LaPa on Wheels. 6–10 p.m.

FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com THEATER: Jekyll & Hyde the Musical (Morton Theatre) See Thursday listing for full description. Nov. 11–12, 7:30 p.m. Nov. 13, 3 p.m. $12–15. www.mortontheatre.com THEATER: Comedy of Errors (UGA Fine Arts Theatre) See Thursday listing for full description. 8 p.m.

$12–16. 706-​542-​4247, uga theatre.com/comedyof errors

Sunday 13 ART: Abstract Art in Acrylic (K.A. Artist Shop) In this one-​day workshop, local artist Lauren Adams helps attendees create unique acrylic paintings as they explore abstract and non-​representational techniques. $45. 1–3 p.m. www. kaartist.com ART: Intro to Linocut (K.A. Artist Shop) In this one-​day workshop, local artist Taylor DiFonzo teaches attendees how to transfer their drawings, carve them into linoleum, register blocks for clean results and how to print editions of their creations. $65. 1–5 p.m. www.ka artist.com ART: Sunday Spotlight Tour (Georgia Museum of Art) This drop-​in public tour features highlights of the permanent collection and is led by museum docents. 3–4 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org ART: Artist’s Way Study Group (24th Street Athens Clubhouse) Artists, musicians, writers and creatives meet to discuss the book The Artist’s Way: A Spiritual Path to Higher Creativity by Julia Cameron.

Every Sunday, 6:30 p.m. Donations welcome. beth@beththompson photography.com, www.24thstreet athens.com CLASSES: SPARK Academy Weekend (UGA Center for Continuing Education & Hotel) Middle and high school students spend a weekend working alongside professionals for practical experience and advice on the career fields of their interest.

Classes offered for this round include 3D Animation, Creative Writing: “World Building Magic and Technology” and Infinity: The Strange and Beautiful. Nov. 12–13, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. $185. www.georgia center.uga.edu/youth/spark CLASSES: UGA Salsa Club (UGA Memorial Hall) No partner necessary and no experience required for this Cuban-​style salsa class. Room 407. Every Sunday. 4–6 p.m. FREE! www.ugasalsaclub.com COMEDY: Shticks & Stones (Hendershot’s) A zany, fast-​paced romp through three centuries of comedic Jewish history, including an Americana set by musician Adam Klein.

5–7:30 p.m. $18 (adv.), $25. www. hendershotsathens.com EVENTS: Taylor Swift Dance Party (Oconee County Library) Dance with friends and meet fellow “Swifties” while listening to classic Taylor Swift favorites and songs from her latest album, Midnights. Teens and adults welcome. 5 p.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/oconee GAMES: Bad Dog Trivia at The Office (The Office Sports Bar and Grill) Top three teams win prizes with free beer pitchers to winning teams between rounds. Hosted by John Bellerjeau. Sundays, 6 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens KIDSTUFF: Bookish Bites (Oconee County Library) Learn how to make dumplings inspired by the graphic novel Measuring Up by Lily LaMotte. Ages 9–12. Registration required. 3 p.m. FREE! www.athens library.org/oconee LECTURES & LIT: Free Game Music Business Panel (Nuçi’s

ing follows an intro class. Every first and third Tuesday, 6–9 p.m. $10. thatotherruthgirl@gmail.com GAMES: Bad Dog Trivia at Amici (Amici Athens) Top three teams win prizes with free beer pitchers to winning teams between rounds. Hosted

by TJ Wayt. Tuesdays, 7 p.m. www. facebook.com/baddogathens KIDSTUFF: Oconee County Library Storytime (Oconee County Library) Freddy Frog invites little ones and their caregivers for a morning full of songs, puppets, movement and fun. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athens library.org/oconee LECTURES & LIT: Food, Power and Politics Lecture (Richard B. Russell Special Collections Library) Dr. Shane Hamilton, former history professor at UGA, delivers a talk titled “Food Politics and the Cost of Living” for this third-​annual lecture.

4 p.m. FREE! libs.uga.edu SPORTS: Classic City Pétanque Club (Lay Park Community Center) New players welcome. Scheduled play days are Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays at 1:30 p.m. vice president@athenspetanque.org

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FILM: The Magic Serpent (Flicker Theatre & Bar) Screening of the 1966 film about a young prince who meets and duels his father’s murderer. 7 p.m. www.flickertheatre andbar.com GAMES: Open Chess Play (ACC Library) Learn how to play chess or sharpen your skills while connecting with your neighbors. Open to all skill levels. Ages 7 & up. 3–5 p.m.

FREE! www.athenslibrary.org GAMES: Monday Trivia (Athentic Brewing Co.) Come enjoy trivia with Erin, win prizes and enjoy 25% off draft beer. FREE! 7–9 p.m. www. athenticbrewing.com KIDSTUFF: Monday Funday Story Time (Bogart Library) Ms. Donna presents a highly interactive story time featuring movement, songs, crafts and learning fun. Ages 3–5.

Registration suggested. 10 a.m.

FREE! 706-​441-​9099, www.athens library.org/bogart LECTURES & LIT: One Book One Community (Oconee County Library) Discuss The Wounds Within: A Veteran, a PTSD Therapist, and a Nation Unprepared by Mark Nickerson with the author joining the discussion via Zoom. 7–8 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/ oconee MEETINGS: Robbie Hooker Town Hall (Nellie B. Community Center) Clarke County School District Superintendent Dr. Robbie Hooker will host a series of upcoming town hall meetings, sharing his vision for CCSD, answering questions and listening to concerns from community members. 6–7 p.m. FREE! www. clarke.k12.ga.us

ART: Artful Conversation: Louis Delsarte (Georgia Museum of Art) Sage Kincaid, associate curator of education, will lead an open-​ ended dialogue on Louis Delsarte’s painting “The Gift.” Registration required. 2 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org ART: Spotlight on the Arts 4’33” Competition (The Athenaeum) The 4 minutes, 33 seconds contest highlights UGA student research in the arts and provides an opportunity to win prizes and to share creative inquiry with peers, faculty, administrators and alumni. This event is part of UGA’s Spotlight on the Arts Festival. 4–6 p.m. FREE! www.arts. uga.edu/4minutes33seconds ART: Arts and Drafts (Southern Brewing Co.) K.A. Artist Shop hosts a modern calligraphy workshop series covering various tools and methods. Practice your lettering and develop your own style. 6:30–8 p.m. $35 (includes one drink). www.kaartist.com CLASSES: Thanksgiving Table Makeover (Oconee County Library) Create a fun LED paper lantern centerpiece, elegant 3D place cards and more for your Thanksgiving table. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.athens library.org/oconee CLASSES: Salsa Dance Class (Cloud) Join SALSAthens for Cuban-​style salsa dance classes.

No partner necessary and beginners welcome. 7–8 p.m. $10. www. facebook.com/salsaathens CLASSES: Ceramic Plate Painting (Oconee County Library) Design your own ceramic plate; supplies provided. Registration required.

7–8 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary. org/oconee COMEDY: Gorgeous George’s Improv League (Buvez) Come out for some home-​grown townie improv. Bring some interesting suggestions and a loose funny bone to help create some improv magic on the spot. Every Wednesday, 7 p.m. $5 suggested donation. www. flyingsquidcomedy.com EVENTS: Creative Reuse Open House (Teacher Reuse Store) Every other Wednesday, non-​ teacher community members are invited to browse free supplies.

Eligible groups include students, nonprofits, artists/creatives, small business owners, social workers and religious organizations. Camps, after-​school and daycare programs

Tuesday 15 ART: Artist Print Edition Launch (Lyndon House Arts Center) Harold Rittenberry Jr.’s “Rays of Joy, Love” art prints will be on sale first come, first served. 5:30–7 p.m. www. accgov.com/7569/Lyndon-​House-​ Artist-​Edition-​Series EVENTS: No Phone Party (Hendershot’s) Disconnect to connect with a phone-​free, laptop-​free happy hour featuring drink specials, snacks, games and a record player.

Every Tuesday, 6–9 p.m. www. hendershotsathens.com EVENTS: Line Dance Lessons (International Grill & Bar) All experience levels welcome. Open danc-

are included. 2–6:30 p.m. FREE! reuse@accgov.com, www.facebook.com/athenstrs EVENTS: Athens Farmers Market (Creature Comforts Brewery) Markets offer fresh produce, flowers, eggs, meats, prepared foods and a variety of arts and crafts. Live music begins at 6 p.m. AFM doubles SNAP dollars spent at the market.

Every Wednesday, 5–8 p.m. www. athensfarmersmarket.net EVENTS: Athens Academy Holiday Market (Athens Academy) Come out for the eighth-​annual Athens Academy Holiday Market. Attendees can expect over 80 vendors selling artisanal foods, handmade jewelry ceramics, fine arts and various crafts. Preview night admission is $5. Nov. 16, 5:30–7:30 p.m. Nov. 17, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. sgilbert@athens academy.org, 706-​549-​9225 EVENTS: Hendershot’s Comedy (Hendershot’s) Enjoy a lineup featuring comics from Athens and Atlanta as well as newcomers.

Hosted by Noell Appling. Every third Wednesday, 8 p.m. www. hendershotsathens.com FILM: A Tale of Lost Times (Flicker Theatre & Bar) Screening of the 1964 film about four evil wizards who decided to regain youth. 7 p.m. www.flickertheatreandbar.com FILM: Wednesday Cozy Movie Night (Athentic Brewing Co.) Bring a comfy blanket, your favorite snacks and cuddle up for a night of feel-​good cinema classics. 7–9 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing. com GAMES: MCU Bingo (B&B Theatre) Win prizes at this Marvel cinematic universe-​themed bingo night.

7:30 p.m. www.facebook.com/ bbathens12 KIDSTUFF: Busy Bee Toddler Time (Bogart Library) Ms. Donna presents a highly interactive storytime featuring rhymes, songs, puppets and a simple story. 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. FREE! 706-​441-​9099, www. athenslibrary.org/bogart KIDSTUFF: Oconee County Library Crafternoon (Oconee County Library) Drop by the children’s area for crafts and plenty of fun.

All materials supplied, all ages welcome. 1–3 p.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/oconee KIDSTUFF: Lego Builders Club (Bogart Library) Lego lovers of all ages are invited; Duplos, Mega Blocks and blocks will be available for younger builders under the age of 7. 3:30 p.m. FREE! 706-​441-​ 9099, www.athenslibrary.org/bogart KIDSTUFF: Tween Maker Space (Oconee County Library) Tweens can drop in to make a STEAM-​ themed craft. This month’s crafts are buttons and “shrinky dink” keychains. Ages 9–12. 4:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee LECTURES & LIT: Spotlight on the Arts Lab Conversation (Online) Recipients of UGA Arts Lab Faculty Fellowships and Graduate Assistantships will take part in a public conversation with Jean Martin-​ Williams, Hugh Hodgson School of Music professor and associate dean of the Franklin College of Arts and Sciences. Registration required.

2 p.m. FREE! www.arts.uga.edu/ spotlight-​on-​the-​arts SPORTS: Pétanque Club of Athens (UGA Redcoat Band Practice Field) Learn to play the greatest game you’ve never heard of. RSVP. Wednesdays, 1 p.m. FREE! athens petanqueclub@gmail.com, athens petanqueclub.wixsite.com/play THEATER: Comedy of Errors (UGA Fine Arts Theatre) See Thursday listing for full description.. 8 p.m. $12–16. 706-​542-​4247, uga theatre.com/comedyof errors f

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MUSIC | THURS, NOV. 10

nings on Nov. 10–12 and Nov. 16–19 at 8 p.m., with a 2:30 p.m. matinee showing on Nov. 20. [PB]

Robyn Hitchcock 40 Watt Club • 7 p.m. • $21

So many bands have been influenced by R.E.M. over the years, but it’s exceedingly rare to catch a musical act that influenced the group. Enter Robyn Hitchcock. From his early days as leader of UK alternative band The Soft Boys to his influential solo career as an English troubadour, Robyn Hitchcock has managed to produce a consistent body of witty work that has gained him a cult following. He blends the psychedelic sounds of the ‘60s with the folk sounds that endure today, paired with lyrics of a world seen through a nihilistic, uniquely British worldview. As a captivating live performer, his presence is only matched by the likes of Jonathan Richman. Now, the songwriter is bringing his surreal, quirky songs to the 40 Watt Club. You won’t want to miss this stalwart of songwriting in an intimate experience. [Patrick Barry] MUSIC | THURS, NOV. 10

Shovels & Rope, Tré Burt

Georgia Theatre • 7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show) • $25

Shovels and Rope. It sounds like the items in the trunk of a car in a Quentin Tarantino movie. It’s a strange name, but somehow it fits the music of this Charleston folk duo. There’s something a little dangerous about its music. It’s rocking, rootsy and foot-stompingly catchy.

There’s an elegant center to it, though, that’s hard to shake. It’s a core that’s necessary to keep something as difficult and intricate as a married musical duo together and thriving. Since 2008, Shovels & Rope has released six albums, seven singles, played around the world, and even released a documentary on the couple’s life as a band. Now, it’s playing the Georgia Theatre, in the home of New West Records, where the band was briefly signed.

The warm balladry of Tré Burt will warm up the crowd for a great show. [PB]

PERFORMANCE | NOV. 11 & NOV. 13

Faust

Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall • 7:30 p.m. (Fri), 3 p.m. (Sun) • $3 (w/ UGA ID), $20

The UGA Opera offers a rare chance to catch one of the most engrossing and intense operatic performances around, Charles Gounod’s Faust. The opera, sung in French, follows the story of the aging and increasingly bitter Dr. Faust, his run in with the Devil, and the deal he subsequently makes to receive youth and fame in exchange for his soul in eternity.

Historically, not a great move. Faust must then reconcile with his actions in various ways. The opera will feature multiple student groups, including the 46-piece Hodgson Singers choir and the UGA Symphony Orchestra, promising a rich and intricate sonic display that, in the nearly acoustically perfect Hodgson Hall, is sure to be an amazing show. [PB] COMEDY | SAT, NOV. 12

Sasheer Zamata 40 Watt Club • 7 p.m. • $20

Comedian Sasheer Zamata is splitting sides at the 40 Watt Club soon. The writer, actress and former “Saturday Night Live” KIM NEWMONEY

Space) Network and learn about topics like entertainment law, touring as an independent artist and sending press pitches from special guest speakers Michelle Davis, Convict Julie and Sam Lipkin. 4–6 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ volumeshiphop PERFORMANCE: Faust (Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall) Joined by the Hodgson Singers and UGA Symphony Orchestra, the UGA Opera Theatre performs Faust, a 19th century opera in which Méphistophélès offers the aging and bitter Dr. Faust youth and fame… for a price. Nov. 11, 7:30 p.m. & Nov. 13, 3 p.m. $3 (w/ UGA ID), $20. pac.uga.edu SPORTS: Classic City Pétanque Club (Lay Park Community Center) New players welcome. Scheduled play days are Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays at 1:30 p.m. vice president@athenspetanque.org THEATER: Jekyll & Hyde the Musical (Morton Theatre) See Thursday listing for full description. Nov. 11–12, 7:30 p.m. Nov. 13, 3 p.m. $12–15. www.mortontheatre.com

THEATER | NOV. 10–12, 16–20

The Comedy of Errors Performing Arts Center • 8 p.m., 2:30 p.m. (Sun) • $8 (students), $12

UGA Theatre presents The Comedy of Errors, one of Shakespeare’s earliest efforts and perhaps one of his most comical. It centers on two sets of twins separated at birth. One set of twins, in Sasheer Zamata the quest to find the other, arrives in a town where everyone seems to cast member has been featured on ABC’s know them. As the name suggests, a com“Home Economics,” Hulu’s “Woke,” Comedy edy of errors centering around mistaken identity follows. “Identity” is also the theme Central’s “Robbie,” the horror comedy film Spree and Lionsgate’s romantic comedy of UGA Theatre’s current season. “The play The Weekend. Her unique brand of comedy makes a point to determine the identities focuses on Black culture, relationships, of its characters based on where they’re racism, politics and social issues. She has from or what they do—or how other peoalso served as a celebrity ambassador to the ple think of them,” said Jeremiah Albers, director of the production. “It’s evocative of American Civil Liberties Union. Her new comedy special, Pizza Mind, is available to the ways in which societal status is deterstream online for a taste of what she’s about. mined, intentionally or not, by measuring Zamata also hosts a weekly podcast called our worth based on what we ‘contribute’ or “Best Friends” with Nicole Byer. [PB] f where we’re from.” The show will run eve-

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Boarding Up The Love Shack THE B-52S’ FINAL TOUR EVER OF PLANET EARTH

By Gordon Lamb threatsandpromises@flagpole.com

The B-52s

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the B’s have more in common with The Rolling Stones and Lynyrd Skynyrd—neither of whom have probably ever been mentioned in the same sentence with Athens’ ultimate party band—than, say, Pylon. Even R.E.M.’s iconic opening to “The One I Love” doesn’t own this status.

When the group, which left Athens for New York in 1979 in advance of their debut album, announced their “Final Tour Ever of Planet Earth” last April, locals were understandably disconcerted to see no Athens date listed.

The bummed-out buzz went something like, “How can they not play Athens?” This seemingly deliberate oversight was

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started the music scene as we think of it,” says William Orten “Ort” Carlton in the 1986 documentary Athens, GA: Inside/Out. For fans of Athens music of a certain age, the above statement from Ort is absolutely true.

No, they weren’t the first band of note to come from the Classic City, but they were the first to garner a worldwide audience. Similarly, they didn’t sell the most records, but you’d be hard pressed to find any active pop music fan from the past 40 years or so that couldn’t identify “Rock Lobster” immediately upon hearing its opening riff. In this respect,

remedied in such spectacular fashion a few weeks ago (i.e. an instant sell out!) that it’s difficult to imagine this wasn’t a back pocket plan all along.

On this occasion, though, it’s also emotionally difficult to stack yet another portion of Athens’ identity into the memory closet. It was difficult enough when R.E.M. amicably closed up shop in 2011. Even though the days of seeing Pete Buck walk down the street with a mandolin case had ceased to be, the band was still an undeniable supporting pillar of how the Athens scene thought of itself. Even if this wasn’t true at a personal level, it was quite true on a deeply psychological one. And while the B-52s haven’t called Athens home in a very long time, there remains a symbiotic relationship between the town and the band whereby we each claim each other and speak lovingly when we do.

Any amount of scratching deeper than the most superficial aspects of the band’s whimsical retro-futurism and party band presence reveals a profoundly interesting exploration of both accelerated culture and reinvention.

For example, the beehive-bouffant hairdos sported both

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retro when, in fact, they’d been mainstream fashion barely a decade before the band’s creation. Of course, for members and fans in their 20s at the time, this would have meant half their lives earlier. So, from that perspective, it’s understandable. Similarly, the surf rock riffs peppered throughout the band’s earliest tunes, many of which would wind up on the debut album, were inspired by smash hits from the group’s childhood. It’s not unusual for folks of this age to find comfort in the totems of childhood memories even as they actively create their own world.

Athens has changed quite a bit since the late 1970s. The absolute magnificence of that understatement only reveals the extent to which it is true. We’re now in a previously unthinkable place where it’s not unusual for incoming freshmen to be completely unfamiliar with R.E.M. and have no idea the B-52s ever lived here. To paraphrase Exodus, there arose a new king who did not know. Although this may pain decades-long residents and music fans, it’s not like the B-52s were intentionally built for permanence, no matter what level of such they achieved. There’s so much more to the B’s story worthy of deep exploration, and there’s not enough newsprint here to even begin to tackle it. For that, keep your eyes peeled for the soon-to-be-released book by local musicians Scott Creney and Brigette Adair Herron, The Story of the B-52s: Neon Side of Town, courtesy of Palgrave Macmillan.

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Their core inspiring quality of being a harbinger of change while also celebrating the recently familiar is also the story of the Athens scene.

If, as Ort noted less than 10 years after the group’s first performance, the B’s started the music scene as we think of it, and we agree that their ebullient disruption was a profound act of reinvention and dream-working, then we must, at some level, perceive the Athens music scene as one capable of being reinvented and reimagined. And, beyond that acknowledgement, that our scene is one in which disruption and reinvention are necessarily desirable. Athens changes imperceptibly all the time. Once decades have gotten behind us, familiar landmarks, establishments and people have long passed. Even in just the past three years, we’ve experienced the loss of such seemingly permanent establishments—and crucial music scene incubators— like the Caledonia Lounge, Go Bar and the eatery that employed untold numbers of musicians, The Grit. Next year’s incoming freshman class will have no memory of any of them.

The end of road life for the B-52s doesn’t signal the end of the band as such, and they’ve made that clear.

Even so, it exists as a mile-marker mapping the distance from what was once a familiar portion of the identity of Athens music to the present day. But the ultimate party band never intended to be cast in plaster in 1977 (first live performance), 1979 (debut album), 1985 (the death of founding member Ricky Wilson), 1989 (the release of the multi-platinum selling Cosmic Thing), nor in 2022 on this final tour. While their place in both the history of our own private Idaho and the pop music world is permanent and undeniable, their core inspiring quality of being a harbinger of change while also celebrating the recently familiar is also the story of the Athens scene writ large. In terms of self-perception, it’s a Faulknerian proposition à la, “The past is never dead. It’s not even past.”

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Ahleuchatistas’ Expansion

FUNK YOUtopia

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THREE PAC: It’s been just over two years since trap rapper/hip-­hop artist AyoPaco (the working name of Paco Marquez) released his EP Planet Pac, and eight months since he released a new song, “Ready Set Go (Skillet).” Now, he’s slated to finally release his debut full-­length album in January. In advance of this release, he has a new single out named “i8.” Marquez’s flow is smooth and confident while never being brash or aggro. But I’m a total sucker for his beats.

While the sound is definitely contemporary, and its influences are myriad, Marquez never performs over rote trap beats or half-­ conceived compositions. This new track has a pronounced electropop presence, similar to several of his other tracks, which elevates this above those who might be considered his peers. Find this on Spotify and ayopaco. com.

IN THE LAB WITH A PEN AND A PAD: One of the brightest shining stars of Athens hip hop and founder of Tribe House Records, Cassie Chantel, will host a Songwriting Master Class Saturday, Nov. 12 from 1–3 p.m. It takes place at the Athens Anti-­ Discrimination Movement Justice Center

Expansion by Ahleuchatistas

& Bookstore located inside Georgia Square Mall. This event is free, all ages and open to the public. In related news, Chantel also announced that her performance during this year’s Wild Rumpus would be her last for a while as she concentrates on other projects. For more information, please see facebook.com/AADMovementjusticecenter, and catch up with all things Cassie Chantel by heading to facebook.com/ CassieChantel1, tribehouserecords.com/ cassie-­chantel and cassiechantel.com.

OFF THE ROAD AGAIN: It’s been a while coming, but CannonandtheBoxes will release its debut album High Life Dec. 2. The group’s name comes from its leader, Cannon Rogers. Over the past year, he’s been busy playing pedal steel and acting as road manager for Charleston’s Susto—which is a super sweet gig, ask anyone who’d know—and becoming a full-­time member of Elijah Johnston’s band, as well as filling in a bit with Hotel Fiction. So, all in all,

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incredibly busy. Somehow he and the band managed to knock out a full-­length record, and the lead single “Classic City Celebrity” comes out Friday, Nov. 11. Rogers said in an email to Flagpole that the song “…began as a tongue-­in-­cheek joke about the town we love so much but became our mantra as we took our songs on the road this past summer.” It’s a departure from the Americana displayed on the group’s earlier releases. There’s an obvious nod to mid-­ 1970s mellow pop but not like, say, Bread.

This is more in the John Sebastian (The Lovin’ Spoonful) vein. It’s lighthearted for days and hopefully a nice preview of coming attractions. Find this on its release day at Spotify, et al. For more information, please see facebook.com/CannonandtheBoxes.

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ome of the highlights of the Athens music scene are the number of different genres that call it home and the presence of promotion companies like Aubrey Entertainment that provide opportunities to spotlight them.

With collaboration at the forefront of Aubrey Entertainment’s values, owner Troy Aubrey saw an opportunity to create something bigger than the average club show with East Georgia funk band Funk You— and so, the inaugural FUNK YOUtopia Festival will take place Saturday, Nov. 12 at Southern Brewing Co. Headliner Funk You will be supported by The Funk Brotherhood, The Family Recipe, and Cam and his Dam Jam Band. Each band will have an extended set to add to the “outdoor festival vibe” Aubrey is striving for, with music from 5–11 p.m. Plus, there is talk of a “killer light show” to set the mood.

I BLINKED & I MISSED IT: When Futurebirds released its surprise Halloween album, that’s exactly what it was. It came out a mere week and a half ago, and it’s named Ghoulin’ Around. It features eight songs, including choice covers of select tracks by Diarrhea Planet, Pink Floyd, The Rolling Stones and two by Roky Erickson. The two original musical numbers here (“Vampire Nights” and “Demons Inside”) are groovy rockers that channel artists as diverse as Alice Cooper, Badfinger and even U2. I don’t know if this is essential, but it sure was a solid late-­night listen when I found it. In other news, Futurebirds won’t be playing Athens again this year, but you can catch them in Savannah on Dec. 2 and in Charleston, SC on New Year’s Eve. Find Ghoulin’ Around over at futurebirdsmusic.bandcamp. com. For more information, please see futurebirdsmusic.com.

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PARISH IS BURNING: Cerebral and self-­described Situationist rockers Ahleuchatistas have a new album out named Expansion, its first since 2014. This record features an all-­ new lineup save for mainstay, and quickly accomplished solo artist, Shane Parish. The new group features bassist Trevor Dunn (Mr. Bungle, Fantomas, John Zorn) and drummer Danny Piechocki (Terms). If you read the album notes and get overwhelmed, don’t worry. They read and function like an artist’s statement, and they might scare you off as easily as attract you. Fact is, the group isn’t an easy listen, but neither is it punishment.

Settled into its role as a musical disruptor, Ahleuchatistas makes dense, complex music that draws from jazz, noise, math rock and, however contradictory this term may be, the avant garde tradition. The tracks do tend to blur into one another unless paid very close attention. That said, there are specific highlights here, namely “The Curse That Keeps on Giving,” “Mirrorball Neurons” and the nine-­minute-­plus title track. You can find this at ahleuchatistas. bandcamp.com and find more information on both the band and Parish at shaneparish.com/ahleuchatistas. f

“In thinking of funk as a genre, I feel like there is a lot of growth opportunity in Athens for sure. I’d love to see New Orleans-type funk/jazz acts sprout up,” says Aubrey. “Funk You is really on to something, and although they aren’t an Athens band, they are a Georgia band that has members from Athens performing with them. It’s fun; it’s energetic.”

Funk You is an eight-piece (formerly nine) band with over 10 years of touring under its belt and a love for live performances with a high-intensity atmosphere.

Traditionally, funk bands tend to have more members than other genres, which comes with pros and cons. Guitarist Evan Miller explains that eight members means eight schedules to work around, plus navigating travel and lodging hurdles. However, he also says that a large band helps Funk You to produce a fuller sound during its live performances that’s completely worth it.

“After 10 years of being on the road and in a ton of different situations, we’ve learned to roll with the punches and make the best of situations that are less than ideal,” says Miller. “All things aren’t negative, though. Recently we got a chance to fill in for some of our music heroes, Lettuce, at a main-stage festival slot at Resonance in

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2021. Sadly they couldn’t make their performance, but this was such an honor for us.”

The Family Recipe, an instrumental fusion group originally from Athens but now Atlanta-based, is also on the lineup, with genre influences from rock to jazz.

The four-member band emphasizes experimentation with various instruments and singing styles. Using their time inside during COVID to explore other genres, the members continue to further push the conventions of jazz, funk and southern psych.

Athens native band The Funk Brotherhood takes inspiration from the instrumentation of Kool & The Gang, with Stevie Wonder and Michael Jacksoninfluenced vocal sounds. As another large band with nine members, the group puts a lot of energy into its live performances.

Fellow Athens-established group Cam and his Dam Jam Band incorporates its

Southern roots with a funky flair, featuring slap saxophone, bass guitar, lead vocals, keyboard, drums and electric guitar. Its musical influences span from blues to psychedelic funk, while prioritizing “groovy” beats.

“I’ve been at this for a while now, 30-plus years, so I am continually energized by the new generation of bands, artists and various/diverse scenes in Athens,” says Aubrey. “We’re doing all right here and have a healthy scene, and I just hope that folks will come out Saturday and support these bands.”

Southern Brewing Co. is an all-ages and dog-friendly venue, so families are welcome to attend. Children ages 12 and under get in free. There will be food vendors on site, as well as other vendors like Franny’s Farmacy, and guests are encouraged to bring chairs and blankets to take advantage of the spacious lawn. f

WHAT: FUNK YOUtopia Festival WHEN: Saturday, Nov. 12, 4 p.m. (doors) WHERE: Southern Brewing Co. HOW MUCH: $12–15

live music calendar Tuesday 8

40 Watt Club 7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $15 (adv.). www.40watt.com CORB LUND Canadian songwriter and rancher singing trail songs and Western ballads.

LAUREN MORROW Nashville songwriter by way of Georgia, and member of The Whiskey Gentry.

Georgia Theatre 7 p.m. (doors). SOLD OUT! www. georgiatheatre.com CHRIS RENZEMA Contemporary Christian artist.

JESS RAY “Friendly folk” artist touching on Christian themes.

Wednesday 9 The Athenaeum 12:45 p.m. art.uga.edu UGA JAZZ ENSEMBLE The jazz quintet performs pieces by composers past and present, including swing and Latin jazz styles.

Creature Comforts Brewery Athens Farmers Market. 5–8 p.m.

FREE! www.athensfarmersmarket.net RED OAK SOUTHERN STRING BAND This Watkinsville-​based band plays rootsy Americana tunes.

(6 p.m.)

Flicker Theatre & Bar 9 p.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreandbar.com DR. FRED’S KARAOKE Featuring a large assortment of pop, rock, indie and more.

Red Line Athens 7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). flogamocker77@gmail.com CLOT Harsh, dark death metal from Atlanta with grind and hardcore influences.

CLAVUS Local screamo band.

LOW BEFORE THE BREEZE Atlanta band fusing elements of mathcore, screamo and black metal.

POPE EYES Hardcore punk from Atlanta.

Thursday 10 40 Watt Club 7 p.m. (doors). $21. www.40watt. com ROBYN HITCHCOCK Known for fronting British art-​rock band The

Soft Boys, Hitchcock plays intricate, surrealist folk music.

Athentic Brewing Co. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing. com WADE NEWBURY Singer, guitarist and drummer who performs with several bands including Tangents, Norma Rae and The Rebecca Sunshine Band.

Flicker Theatre & Bar 8 p.m. www.flickertheatreandbar. com DON CHAMBERS Longtime local favorite who delves into pastoral folk and experimental rock with equal passion.

JOE ROWE Member of The Glands, Bliss, State of the Union and others performs solo.

Georgia Theatre 8 p.m. $25. www.georgiatheatre. com SHOVELS AND ROPE Foot stomping roots rock duo.

TRÉ BURT Soulful contemporary songwriter.

Hendershot’s 7:30–11 p.m. $10. www.hendershotsathens.com SABACHA DANCE SOCIAL DJ L.A. Darius leads a Latin dance party with salsa, bachata, merengue and cha-​cha-​cha. An hour-​ long lesson is followed by open dancing.

Southern Brewing Co. 6–10 p.m. www.sobrewco.com KARAOKE NIGHT Every Thursday evening.

Friday 11 Athentic Brewing Co. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing. com AUSTIN MILLER Folk Americana singer-​songwriter from Orlando, FL. Buvez 7 p.m. $10. julia.nyunt.music@ gmail.com JULIA NYUNT Athens-​based songwriter and composer celebrating the release of her second single, “Good Feeling.”

SEWERCAT No info available.

AIR BRAZIL No info available.

The Classic Center 7 p.m. $35–250. www.classiccenter.com AARON LEWIS Founding member of Staind returns to his workingman’s country roots.

Creature Comforts Brewery ILYSM Coconut Clouds Beer Release Party. 7–9 p.m. www.creaturecomfortsbeer.com OUTERSEA Moody space invader surf rock for the lonely and landlocked. Sounds like the ship is going down and you don’t mind.

Georgia Theatre 8 p.m. (doors), 9 p.m. $15–21. www.georgiatheatre.com BEST NIGHT EVER A dance party playing popular ’00s emo, pop and pop-​punk.

Hendershot’s 8 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.com ANDERS THOMSEN TRIO Savannah-​based purveyor of honky-​tonk, blues, country and roots rock sharing tracks off the new album, Seven Songs.

TYLER KEY Multi-​instrumentalist of T. Hardy Morris, The Howdies and others plays his own set of folk rock.

International Grill & Bar 7 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ IGBAthensGA SWING THEORY Big band jazz and swing.

The Root 9:30 p.m. FREE! www.facebook. com/AubreyEntertainmentAthens GA THE FOOZER EPERIENCE El Scorcho and February Stars present a Weezer and Foo Fighters show based off of their 2005 co-​headlining tour of the same name.

VFW (Post 2872) 8 p.m. $10. www.facebook.com/ vfwpost2872 RAMBLIN’ COUNTRY BAND Georgia-based traditional country band.

Saturday 12 Bishop Park Athens Farmers Market. 8 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.athensfarmersmarket.net MARK PLEMMONS Talented local pianist. (8 a.m.)

JEFF & TRACY Vocalist Tracy Brown and guitarist/harmonica player Jeff Lustig play jazz and blues standards. (10 a.m.)

Ciné 9 p.m. (doors), 10 p.m. $12 (adv.), $15. www.athenscine.com MONSOON Three-​piece outfit informed by punk, art-​rock and

new wave.

UPCHUCK Atlanta skate-​punk with insane live shows.

COMMÜNE New local femme punk shouting anthems of angst and social regret.

Flicker Theatre & Bar 9 p.m. $10. www.flickertheatreandbar.com AUNT MOTH Post-​post-​punk band.

DEAD REGISTER Atmospheric metal trio fronted by husband and wife M. Chvasta and Avril Che. NEEDLE TEETH Sparkle-​punk angst pop that’s super cute and living paycheck to paycheck.

Georgia Theatre 8 p.m. (doors). $15-​21. www.georgiatheatre.com GIMME GIMME DISCO A disco dance party inspired by ABBA. Hendershot’s 8 p.m. www.hendershotsathens. com THE HOBOHEMIANS Six-​piece acoustic band performing American and European roots music of the 1910s–30s.

Nowhere Bar 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/ NowhereBarAthens NYQUIL TURDUCKEN Band formerly known as Beef Silence, John Parr Jones, Never Ending Pasta Bowl, Mario Speedwagon, Toots and Bladders, Meatloaf & Jenga, Feart, Stynx and Viagra Falls.

TRYCOH Brawny, instrumental local rock band.

Ramsey Hall Spotlight on the Arts Family Day Concert. 10 a.m. FREE! pac.uga.edu NOTEWORTHY UGA’s premiere treble a cappella group performs a program of chart toppers from the late ‘90s and early 2000s including Destiny’s Child, NYSYNC and Spice Girls.

Southern Brewing Co. FUNK YOUtopia Festival. 4 p.m. (doors). 5-​11 p.m. (show). $15– 20. www.sobrewco.com FUNK YOU Augusta band playing high-​energy, get-​your-​dancing-​ shoes-​on jams.

THE FUNK BROTHERHOOD Athens funk band with horn-​driven melodies.

THE FAMILY RECIPE Atlanta four-​piece instrumental fusion group includes by jazz, bluegrass and rock.

CAM AND HIS DAM JAM BAND Groovy local act combining

elements of blues, rock, jazz, bluegrass and psychedelic funk.

Sunday 13 Creature Comforts Brewery 3–5 p.m. www.creaturecomfortsbeer.com LIVE JAZZ Every Sunday afternoon.

No. 3 Railroad Street 6 p.m. $10 suggested donation. www.3railroad.org FESTER HAGOOD’S MOJO CONFESSIONAL SONGWRITER SHOWCASE A monthly showcase in tribute to songwriter Mark Wilmot. Todays participants include Adam Payne, Kimberly Morgan York, Adam Poulin and Scott Nicholson. Every second Sunday of the month.

The World Famous 9 p.m. www.facebook.com/theworldfamousathens FRUIT LOOOPS Noise addled art punks from Cincinnati, OH. MCQQEEN Local noise-​punk band with reverb-​soaked vocals.

NAW Noisy post-​hardcore from Atlanta.

Monday 14 Ciné The Ratio Podcast Live. 9 p.m.

FREE! www.athenscine.com TEARS FOR THE DYING Local death-​rock group fronted by songwriter Adria Stembridge. A fixture of the post-​punk and goth scenes since 2004.

Tuesday 15 The Classic Center 7:30 p.m. SOLD OUT! www.classiccenter.com THE B-​52s Legendary Athens party band playing the final show of its farewell tour.

Flicker Theatre & Bar 8 p.m. (doors). $12 (adv.), $15. www.flickertheatreandbar.com SWORD II Noisy Atlanta post-​punk band incorporating vocal samples and layered instrumentals.

MAMALARKY Vibe-​heavy Atlanta indie rock.

NIGHT PALACE Dreamy indie-​pop

ensemble fronted by Avery Leigh Draut.

Georgia Theatre 6:30 p.m. (door), 7:30 p.m. (show). www.georgiatheatre.com DUANE BETTS Son of The Allman Brothers Band member Dickie Betts and singer-​songwriter.

LUCETTE Indie pop artist with Americana roots.

Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall 10:30 a.m. $2–4. (Piemont Athens Regional Performances for Young People). 7:30 p.m. $30–60. pac. uga.edu SOWETO GOSPEL CHOIR Grammy Award-​winning choir performing a special program celebrating South African and American artists associated with the struggle for civil rights and social justice.

The World Famous 9:30 p.m. FREE! www.facebook. com/theworldfamousathens DAVID DONDERO Singer-​songwriter and guitarist.

EMILEIGH IRELAND Local folk-​ pop singer-​songwriter with a strong, compelling vocal style.

Wednesday 16 Creature Comforts Brewery Athens Farmers Market. 5–8 p.m.

FREE! www.athensfarmersmarket.net THE HUMDINGERS Acoustic interpretations of pop and soul.

(6 p.m.)

Flicker Theatre & Bar 9 p.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreandbar.com DR. FRED’S KARAOKE Featuring a large assortment of pop, rock, indie and more.

Live Wire Wired Wednesday. 8–11 p.m.

FREE! www.livewireathens.com TYL3R DAVIS Local artist hosts a hip-hop showcase.

Down the Line 11/17 Elijah Johnston, Reeves, Walter Slide (40 Watt Club) 11/17 Warren Zeiders, Megan Moroney (Georgia Theatre) 11/18 Chris Wayne (Athentic Brewing Co.) 11/18 Teddy Swims (Georgia Theatre) f

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Art ATHENS CREATIVE DIRECTORY (Athens, GA) The ACD is a platform to connect creatives with patrons.

Visual artists, musicians, actors, writers and other creatives are encouraged to create a free listing. www.athenscreatives.directory JOKERJOKERTV CALL FOR ARTISTS (Online) JOKERJOKERtv is open to ideas and actively accepting proposals for collaboration from visual/musical/video artists and curators living in Athens. Artists worldwide can also submit music videos, short films, skits and ideas to share with a weekly livestream audience. www.jokerjokertv.com/ submit OPEN STUDIOS (Lyndon House Arts Center) Studio members have access to spaces for painting, printmaking, photography, ceramics, jewelry, fiber and woodworking.

Tuesdays through Saturdays, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. $65/month. www. accgov.com/7350/Open-StudioMembership

SEEKING BOARD MEMBERS (Athens Institute for Contemporary Art: ATHICA) ATHICA is seeking new board members to help support and share the creative spirit of Athens.

Complete the online application. bit.ly/athicaboard, www.athica.org

Classes ACTING FOR CAMERA AND STAGE (work.shop) Learn how to act with professional actor and coach Jayson Warner Smith (“The Walking Dead,” “The Vampire Diaries,” “Outer Banks”). Mondays, 10 a.m.–1 p.m. $400/12 sessions. www.jaysonsmith.com/teacher ART CLASSES (K.A. Artist Shop) “Abstract Art in Acrylic.” Nov. 13, 1–3 p.m. $45. “Intro to Linocut.”

Nov. 13, 1–5 p.m. $65. “Printing on Fabric.” Nov. 20, 1–5 p.m. $65. “Pet Portraits in Watercolor” is a two-week class for creating expressive portraits of beloved companions. Nov. 29 and Dec. 6 or Nov. 30 and Dec. 7, 6–8 p.m. $75. www.kaartist.com

art around town ACE/FRANCISCO GALLERY & OX FINE ART (675 Pulaski St.) Franni Thrasher, aka “Heaven4theYoung,” presents a solo exhibition of paintings in oil and watercolor, sculpture and film. On view by appointment through Dec. 9.

ARTWALL@HOTEL INDIGO ATHENS (500 College Ave.) New York-based photographers Lucy Reback and Megan Reilly share a collection of intimate vignettes of their relationship in addition to snapshots before they met.

THE ATHENAEUM (287 W. Broad St.) Brooklyn-based artist and educator Kameelah Janan Rasheed presents “SMOOOOOOOOOOOOOOTH OPERATOR,” an exhibition examining the poetics and power of machine learning. Through Dec. 1.

ATHENS INSTITUTE FOR CONTEMPORARY ART: ATHICA (675 Pulaski St.) Juried by Liz Andrews of the Spelman College Museum of Fine Art, “MOOD: 2022 Juried Exhibition” presents works by 37 contemporary artists who explore or reference mood in all of its many forms. Through Nov. 20.

ATHICA@CINÉ GALLERY (234 W. Hancock Ave.) Christy Bush’s photography exhibition, “Familiar,” reflects on 30 years of rock and roll, fashion and coming of age in the South. Through Dec. 25.

CIRCLE GALLERY AT UGA COLLEGE OF ENVIRONMENT & DESIGN (Jackson Street Building) Cameron Berglund’s exhibition, “Design (Sketch) Process,” focuses on the role of hand and digital sketching throughout the design process. Through Dec. 6.

CLASSIC CENTER (300 N. Thomas St.) “Spotlight: Paintings by Amy Watts” presents bold, colorful canvases full of cowgirls, farmers, miners and Indigenous people. • “Light Bright” presents works by Caitlin Gal, Allison McPheeters and Alivia Patton, who all utilize simple circles to create inspiring works.

DODD GALLERIES (270 River Rd.) “Yevgeniya Baras & Pete Schulte” brings together the work of two artists to create a broader dialogue on abstraction, line and color as it coincides in contemporary painting and drawing. Through Nov. 10. • Atlanta-based artist Madora Frey presents a site-specific installation for the “Wall Works” series. Through Nov. 14.

• “Twin Realms” pairs the work of Dodd MFA candidates Katie Ford and Lindsey Kennedy. Through Nov. 17. • Curated by Ciel Rodriguez, “Soft Architecture” is a group exhibition of works by Ashley Freeby, Jacob Goble and Hope Wang in an investigation of the relationship between architectural spaces and grief. Through Nov. 17. • “Pretty in Pink” features work by Catie Cook and Sarah Landmesser, and eplores contradictions inherent to femininity and feminism. Through Nov. 17. • On view in the C-U-B-E Gallery, “Design for a Museum: Tangible & Functional Objects III” is a graphic design student exhibition. Mondays and Wednesdays through Nov. 30.

E-VORTEX CREATIVES (560 Caldwell Circle) Jen Graff, Yoon Hwang and other local ceramicists sell sculptural and functional pottery. Every Wednesday and Sunday, 7 a.m.–7 p.m.

DONDEROS’ KITCHEN (590 N. Milledge Ave.) Susan Pelham’s collages are inspired by Magic Realism, Surrealism, nursery rhymes and folk tales.

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CHAIR YOGA (Sangha Yoga Studio) This class is helpful for flexibility, strength, balance and increasing circulation and energy. All levels welcome. Every Thursday, 12–1 p.m. $16 (drop-in), $72 (six weeks). 706-613-1143 CHAIR YOGA AND MINDFULNESS (Winterville Center for Community and Culture) Nicole Bechill teaches a well-rounded, gentle and accessible chair yoga class to promote breathing, mindfulness and inward listening. Every Monday, 9 a.m. $10. www.wintervillecenter.com CLAY CLASSES (Good Dirt) Registration opens on the 15th of every month for the following month’s classes and workshop. Classes range from wheel, unique handles, hand building sculpture and more.

Studio membership is included in class price. www.gooddirt.net COMMUNITY MEDITATION (Rabbit Hole Studios) Jasey Jones leads a guided meditation suitable for all levels that incorporates music, gentle movement and silence. Wednesdays, 6–7 p.m. jaseyjones@gmail. com

DEDICATED MINDFULNESS PRACTITIONERS (Online) Weekly Zoom meditations are offered every Saturday at 8:30–9:30 a.m. Email for details. richardshoe@gmail.com KUNDALINI YOGA (Let It Be Yoga Studio, Watkinsville) Held Mondays, 5–6:30 p.m. $11 suggested donation. harsimran@innergies yoga.com LINE DANCE LESSONS (International Grill & Bar) All experience levels welcome. Open dancing follows an intro class. Every first and third Tuesday, 6–9 p.m. $10. thatotherruthgirl@gmail.com MINDFULNESS PRACTICE EVENINGS (Online) Discuss and practice how to change your relationship with difficult thoughts and emotions. Email for the Zoom link.

Second Friday of the month, 6–7 p.m. FREE! mfhealy@bellsouth.net OPEN/COMMUNITY MEDITATION (Sangha Yoga Studio at Healing Arts Centre) Uma Rose leads a meditation designed to guide participants into stillness and silence. Mondays, 4–5 p.m. Donations encouraged. www.healingartscentre.net PUBLIC DANCE (The Studio Athens) Beginner Rumba lessons followed

by DJ’d waltz, swing, salsa, tango etc. Every fourth Saturday. 7:30–10 p.m. $5 (students), $10 (non-students). www.gmdance.com

Through December.

FLICKER THEATRE & BAR (263 W. Washington St.) Artwork by Mark Dalling. Through November.

GEORGIA MUSEUM OF ART (90 Carlton St.) “Infinity on the Horizon” highlights modern and contemporary works that expand common understandings of landscapes. Through Dec. 31. • “Reckonings and Reconstructions: Southern Photography from The Do Good Fund.” Through Jan. 8. • “Allison Janae Hamilton: Between Life and Landscape.” Through Feb. 5. • “Kristin Leachman: Longleaf Lines” focuses on close-up views of the patterns and biology of the longleaf pine and its ecosystem. Through Feb. 5. • On view in the Jane and Harry Willson Sculpture Garden, “Jane Manus: Undaunted” includes five large abstract works. Through Feb. 12. • “In Dialogue: Henry Ossawa Tanner, Mentor and Muse.” Through June 18. • “Decade of Tradition: Highlights from the Larry D. and Brenda A. Thompson Collection.”

Through July 3.

GLASSCUBE@INDIGO (500 College Ave.) Zane Cochran presents “Aurora,” a sculptural interpretation of the aurora borealis using 3D geometric figures and lights.

HEIRLOOM CAFE (815 N. Chase St.) Local artist Jack Burk shares a collection of nature-inspired works in pastel, collage, pen and colored pencil.

Reception Nov. 22, 5:30–6:30 p.m. Currently on view through Dec. 23.

HENDERSHOT’S (237 Prince Ave.) The Nirvinyl Album Art Museum presents “Nirvinyl 1 Revisited & Halloween Selections.” Through mid-November.

LYNDON HOUSE ARTS CENTER (211 Hoyt St.) Collections from our Community presents Carrie Slayton’s tarot cards and crystal skulls. Through Nov. 12. • Cedric Smith presents a series of portraits for “Window Works,” a site-specific series that utilizes the building’s front entrance windows for outdoor art viewing. Reconfiguring playing cards of kings and queens, his portraits question the absence of Black figures in the country’s graphic history. Through Dec. 21. • “The Ties That Bind: The Paradox of Cultural Survival amid Climate Events” presents sculptures by Anina Major and photographs by Tamika Galanis. Through Nov. 30. • The biennial Clarke County School District student art exhibition “RE-” features works by students in Kindergarten through 12th grade in all media. Through Jan. 14. • “Resilient Civic and Musical Life: Ware-Lyndon House Enslaved and Descendant Stories” includes a film; reading room of books relevant to the African American experience in art, music and heritage; and a visual timeline relating a fuller and more truthful story of the property and its inhabitants.

On view Thursdays–Saturdays. • Bess Carter, the recipient of the 2022 Art Center Choice Award from the 47th Juried Exhibition, presents a solo show of landscapes, room interiors and still life paintings. Artist talk Feb. 16.

Currently on view through Mar. 4. • “A Pattern of Moments” features works

by Kate Burke, Rebecca Kreisler and Sylvia Schaefer. Workshop Nov. 17, 6 p.m. Currently on view through Mar. 4. • In preparation for “The Same, Yet Separate Artworks,” metalsmith and interdisciplinary craft artist J Taran Diamond toured the Ware-Lyndon Historic House Museum and created new objects in response. Third Thursday Gallery Talk Jan. 19, 6 p.m. Currently on view through Mar. 4.

MADISON-MORGAN CULTURAL CENTER (434 S. Main St., Madison) Joni Mabe, creator of Everything Elvis in Cornelia, GA, presents “Calvacade of

SALSA DANCE CLASSES (Cloud) Join SALSAthens for Cuban style salsa dance classes. No partner necessary. Beginners welcome.

Every Wednesday, 7–8 p.m. $10. gwyneth.moody@gmail.com TRADITIONAL MARTIAL ARTS CLASSES (Live Oak Martial Arts) Traditional and modern-style Taekwondo, self-defense, grappling and weapons classes are offered for all ages. Classes in Jodo, the art of the Japanese staff and sword, are held Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 7 p.m. Visit the website for a full schedule. liveoak martialarts@gmail.com, www. liveoakmartialarts.com YOGA (Elixir Movement Arts, Mercury A.I.R.) Build a yoga practice, deepen connections to yourself and others, and learn to use yoga in everyday life. “Vinyasa Flow” is also offered Mondays and Wednesdays, 10 a.m. $10/class. shelleydownsyoga@gmail.com, www. shelleydownsyoga.offeringtree.com YOGA AND MORE (Revolution Therapy and Yoga) Jasey Jones leads weekly Raja Yoga classes covering meditation, pranayama, singing and discussion of yoga philosophy. Sundays, 5:05 p.m. Donations accepted.

Private one-on-one yoga sessions with Kelsey Wishik can focus on strength building, mobility, relaxation and more. Saturdays, 11:30 a.m. $55. “Yoga Flow and Restore with Nicole Bechill” is held Thursdays at 5:30 p.m. Online classes include “Trauma Conscious Yoga with Crystal” Thursdays at 6 p.m. and “Yoga for Wellbeing with Nicole Bechill” on Saturdays at 10:45 a.m. www.revolutiontherapy andyoga.com

YOGA CLASSES (Feel Free Yoga + Wellness) The new studio offers various class times and styles Mondays–Saturdays. A 45-minute class is offered Tuesdays at 8 a.m. on the patio of Molly’s Coffee. www. feelfreeyogawellness.com ZOOM YOGA (Online) Rev. Elizabeth Alder offers “Off the Floor Yoga” (chair and standing) on Mondays at 1:30 p.m. and “Easy on the Mat” yoga classes on Thursdays at 5:30 p.m. Ongoing classes are $5/class or $18/month. 706-612-8077, ommmever@yahoo.com

Kidstuff ART CARD CLUB (K.A. Artist Shop) Katy Lipscomb and Tyler Fisher lead weekly gatherings to create, trade and exhibit miniature masterpieces the size of playing cards.

Some materials provided, but participants can bring their own as well. The club meets on Fridays through Dec. 9 (skipping Nov. 25), 4:30–6 p.m. (ages 10–12) and 6:30–8 p.m. (ages 13–17). $25 (drop-in). www.kaartist.com DRAWING CLUB FOR TEENS (K.A. Artist Shop) James Greer leads a weekly workshop. Wednesdays through Dec. 7 (skipping Nov. 23), 4:30–6:30 p.m. $30 (drop-in). www.kaartist.com MAKING DANCES (work.shop) This alternative dance class teaches improvisation and choreography techniques. For ages 10–14. Taught

by Lisa Yaconelli. Tuesdays, 6:15– 7:30 p.m. $60/month, $210/14 weeks. lisayaconelli@gmail.com, www.lisayaconelli.com

Stars,” a group of glitter mosaics depicting Elvis Presley, Otis Redding, Ty Cobb, Steve McQueen, P.T. Barnum and other luminaries of the entertainment world. Opening reception Nov. 11, 2–4 p.m. Through Jan. 28.

MASON-SCHARFENSTEIN MUSEUM OF ART (567 Georgia St., Demorest) “I ain’t no hick from Habersham” features multimedia paintings and assemblage sculptures by Joni Mabe, the owner of the Everything Elvis Museum in Cornelia, GA. Through Nov. 29.

OCONEE CULTURAL ARTS FOUNDATION (34 School St., Watkinsville) “Serenity: Paintings by Anna Desio” showcases watercolor landscapes.

“Warrior Women from Invisible to Formidable: One Hundred Strong” includes over 100 ceramic figures created by Alice Woodruff over the span of five years. The exhibition is the culmination of three series, each depicting the mass victimization of women, women’s roles and importance, and their bravery. Through Nov. 11.

ODUM SCHOOL OF ECOLOGY GALLERY (140 E. Green St.) Natural science illustrator C Olivia Carlisle shares insect, botanical and ecosystems illustrations using graphite, carbon pencil, watercolor, acrylic, ink, color pencils and Adobe Photoshop. Through May. STATE BOTANICAL GARDEN OF GEORGIA (2450 S. Milledge Ave) Vicky Tavernier and Jenifer Borg’s collaborative exhibition, “Words About Birds, Insights About Insects,” is made up of playful collages of found and altered objects with accompanying poems. Through Nov. 20.

TIF SIGFRIDS (393 N. Finley St.) Brooklyn-based artist Austin Eddy presents “Passers-by,” a collection of new paintings and works on paper. Book release and closing reception Nov. 19, 4–6 p.m. Currently on view through Nov. 22.

TINY ATH GALLERY (174 Cleveland Ave.) Dedicated to the late Art Rosenbaum, Peter Loose’s solo exhibition “Places of Peace” centers around paintings of birds he created the night he learned of Rosenbaum’s death, as well as other new paintings. Open Third Thursday Nov. 17, 6–9 p.m.

Open by appointment weekdays after 5 p.m. through November by emailing tinyathgallery@gmail.com.

UGA SPECIAL COLLECTIONS LIBRARIES (300 S. Hull St.) “Georgia on my Mind: Finding Belonging in Music History” explores the genres, spaces and performers who have helped to define music in the state over time. Through Dec. 9. • “Unequal by Design: Housing in Georgia and America” draws upon historic government documents, photographs, historic newspapers and other records to trace the evolution of housing policy, tackling issues such as zoning, gentrification and suburbanization. Through May 26. • “A Chance to Play: Title IX and Women’s Athletics at UGA” celebrates 50 years of women’s sports at UGA. UNIVERSITY OF NORTH GEORGIA OCONEE CAMPUS (1201 Bishop Farms Pkwy., Watkinsville) Lisa Freeman’s exhibition of mixed media assemblages and works on paper, “Dark Cotton Revisited,” sheds light on the lives impacted by a racially biased world. Through Dec. 9.

VIVA ARGENTINE (247 Prince Ave.) A retrospective exhibit of paintings by the late Chatham Murray in celebration of what would have been her 80th birthday. Through November.

WINTERVILLE LIBRARY (115 Marigold Lane, Winterville) Oil paintings by Dortha Jacobson. Through November.

“For Mary” by Motivated Manslayer is currently on view at ATHICA in “MOOD: 2022 Juried Exhibition” through Nov. 20.

SPARK: WEEKEND ACADEMY (University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education) Middle and high school students can take weekend courses in specific professional fields. Nov. 12–13 covers 3D animation, creative writing and “Infinity: The Strange and Beautiful.” Courses held 9 a.m.–4 p.m. $185/weekend. www.georgiacenter. uga.edu/youth/spark

Support Groups ACA ADULT CHILDREN OF ALCOHOLICS AND DYSFUNCTIONAL FAMILIES (Holy Cross Lutheran Church) This support group meets weekly. Tuesdays, 6:30–7:30 p.m. annetteanelson@gmail.com ATHENS COUNCIL OF THE BLIND (ACC Library) Open to people of all ages with vision impairments, their families and friends. Topics include adaptive equipment, recreational and social opportunities, and advocacy. Phone meeting Nov. 19, 11 a.m. 706-338-3889, dlwahlers@ gmail.com FAMILY CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP (ACC Library, Classroom A) Alzheimer’s Association Georgia presents a support group conducted by trained facilitators that is a safe place for those living with dementia and their caregiver to develop a support system. First Wednesday of every month, 6–7:30 p.m. 706-206-6163, www.alz.org/ georgia LGBTQIA+ VIRTUAL ALPHABET FAMILY GATHERING (Online) This is a safe space for anyone on the LGBTQIA+/TGQNB spectrum.

Fourth Sunday of every month, 6–8 p.m. uuathensga.org/justice/ welcoming-congregation MENTAL HEALTH PEER RECOVERY GROUP (Nuçi’s Space) Participants support each other through life’s challenges by sharing from their skills, experiences and proven coping mechanisms. Newcomers welcome. First Tuesday of the month, 4–6 p.m. pr@nuci.org, www.nuci.org OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS (24th Street Clubhouse) Learn to stop eating compulsively or curb other unwanted food-related behaviors.

Every Tuesday, 12 p.m. FREE! Text: 678-736-3697

PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP (First Baptist Church) This group is to encourage, support and share information with fellow sojourners who manage the challenges of Parkinson’s disease or other movement disorders. Second Friday of every month, 1 p.m. gpnoblet@ bellsouth.net PROJECT SAFE (Family Protection Center) Project Safe hosts a support group for survivors of domestic violence. Mondays, 6:30–8 p.m. www. project-safe.org RECOVERY DHARMA (Recovery Dharma) This peer-led support group offers a Buddhist-inspired path to recovery from any addiction.

Visit the website for details. Thursdays, 7 p.m. FREE! www.athens recoverydharma.org SEX ADDICTS ANONYMOUS (Athens, GA) Athens Downtown SAA offers a message of hope to anyone who suffers from a compulsive sexual behavior. Contact for location. www.athensdowntownsaa.com SUPPORT GROUPS (Integrity Counseling & Personal Development) ICPD offers several support groups.

“LGBTQIA+ Young Adults Group” is offered for ages 18–30. Email for dates. “Survivors of Suicide Loss Group” is offered the first Wednesday of every month, 7–8 p.m.

Register by emailing avipperman@ gmail.com. “Veterans, Dependents & Caregivers Benefits Resource & Claim Assistance Group” is offered the first Saturday of every month, 9–10 a.m. “How to Talk About Bullying Workshop for Parents & Children” is held Jan. 7, 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. $10. “Self-Care Workshop” is held Dec. 8 and Jan. 5, 7–8 p.m. $10. lbennett.icpd@ gmail.com, www.integrityofjefferson.com OVERCOMING SHAME (NBK AllRisk Solutions) This psycho-educational art therapy support group is an opportunity to connect with others, learn and process experiences of shame related to sex and sexuality. Mondays through Dec. 5, 7 p.m. $12/session. www.sun academyga.com

Word on the Street ATHENS BEER TRAIL TROLLEY TOURS (Athens, GA) A new trolly

tour will provide transportation between six local breweries: Akademia, Athentic, Creature Comforts, Southern Brewing, Terrapin Beer and Normaltown Brewing. Tours run every Thursday and Friday from 3–9 p.m. www.athenstrolleytours.com/ beer-trolley-tour ICE SKATING VOLUNTEERS (Classic Center, Atkins Ford Arena) The Classic Center is seeking organizations to volunteer at the skate rental center. Volunteers will early $1 per paid skater towards their non-profits. Email to participate. stephanie@classiccenter.com MARGO METAPHYSICAL EVENTS (Margo Metaphysical) Monday Tarot Readings offered 1–5 p.m. ($6 per card). Tuesday Tarot with Davita offered 4–6 p.m. ($5 per card). Wednesday Night Sound Healing with Joey held 6–7:30 p.m. ($35). Thursday Tarot with Courtney is offered 12–5 p.m. ($10–45).

Friday Henna Party with Aiyanna ($10–75). 706-372-1462 MEDICARE OPEN ENROLLMENT (Athens, GA) Local assistance is available at no cost for Medicare, Medicaid, prescription drug assistance programs and financial assistant programs. Medicare open enrollment runs through Dec. 7.

706-549-4850 MLK DAY OF SERVICE (Athens, GA) Now accepting applications from organizations that would like to be considered as volunteer project sites. Deadline Nov. 11. Also seeking financial and in-kind sponsors.

Event held Jan. 16. www.accgov. com/mlkday PAUL T. MARTIN HOSPITALITY EDUCATION FUND (Athens, GA) The Classic Center Cultural Foundation provides $25,000 from the education fund to individuals interested in pursuing careers in hospitality, event, music or sports management. Students enrolled in hospitality industry programs at UGA, Athens Tech and Athens Community Career Academy are encouraged to apply. Deadline Feb. 17. foundation@classiccenter. com, www.classiccenter.com/ scholarships PRINCE AVENUE PILOT PROJECT FEEDBACK FORM (Athens, GA) Share your thoughts about the pilot project to turn a half-mile section of Prince Avenue into a three-lane road with bike lanes. Deadline Nov. 23. www.accgov.com/prince RABBIT BOX (VFW Post 2872) Seeking storytellers to share seven-minute true tales. Upcoming themes include “Ready or Not” in January, “Duets” (two presenters at a time) in February, “Mystifying” in March, “Awkward!” in April and “Gone but not Forgotten” in May. Email to participate. rabbitboxstories@ gmail.com RABBIT HOLE EVENTS (Rabbit Hole Studios) Monday Song Circle, Tuesday Open Mic and Thursday Song Circle are all held 7–10 p.m.

Other events include free Seventh Generation Native American Church services (Sundays, 11 a.m.), Athens Blockchain Society meetings (Wednesdays, 2 p.m.), yoga (Wednesdays, 5 p.m.), meditation (Wednesdays, 6 p.m.) and Athens Area Pagan meetings (Wednesdays, 8 p.m.) Events are free or donation based. www.rabbitholestudios.org/ calendar WINTER REGISTRATION (Athens, GA) The Athens-Clarke County Leisure Services Department offers a variety of activities highlighting the arts, environmental science, recreation, sports and holiday events for adults and children. Now registering. Scholarships available. www.accgov.com/myrec f

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