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By Blake Aued news@flagpole.com The new state House and Senate districts Republicans drew for Athens post-2020 Census worked exactly as intended last week, handing big victories to GOP incumbents despite scrappy Democratic challengers to all five. Alarmed that Democrats briefly flipped two Republican-leaning House seats in 2017, and concerned about the blue trend in the metro Atlanta suburbs creeping toward Athens, Republican legislators sliced Athens like a pie into four House districts earlier this year, packing the most Democratic parts of the city into Rep. Spencer Frye’s district and distributing the slightly less blue parts among three other districts dominated by the deep-red surrounding counties. Similarly, Clarke County remains split into two Senate districts, as it has been since 2006, when Republicans divided it in a rare mid-decade redistricting to give now-Gov. Brian Kemp’s brother-inlaw, Bill Cowsert, a leg up. “The truth is, as a Black woman running in a majority red district, my opponent already had an advantage due to unfair redistricting and privilege,” House candidate Mokah Jasmine Johnson said. Johnson lost to Rep. Houston Gaines (R-Athens) 57%-43% in 2020. In this year’s rematch—after Republicans added more of Jackson and Barrow counties to Gaines’ district—he won by 22 points. It was the same in every other Athensarea race. Cowsert beat Andrew Ferguson 64%-36%. Sen. Frank Ginn (R-Danielsville) beat Conolus Scott Jr. 62%-38%. Rep. Marcus Wiedower (R-Watkinsville) beat Jeff Auerbach 60%-40%. Rep. Trey Rhodes (R-Greensboro) beat Kat Howkins 66%34%. Yet all five Democratic challengers led the Republican incumbents by double digits in Athens. Republicans didn’t need to change much about the 10th Congressional District, which leaned far to the right before and remains conservative now. Democrat Tabitha Johnson-Green lost to Republican Mike Collins by 30 points—a similar result to 2020, when she ran against U.S. Rep. Jody Hice, who left the seat in an unsuccessful primary challenge to Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger. Collins, like Hice, is hardcore MAGA, embracing Donald Trump even after Trump endorsed Vernon Jones for the seat. As they did around the state, Democrats did backslide slightly in Clarke County compared to 2018 or 2020, when they received 70% of the vote locally. This year, Democrats’ share of the vote in ACC ranged from 64%–68%, with attorney general candidate Jen Jordan and Charlie Bailey in the lieutenant governor’s race actually outpacing Stacey Abrams at the top of the ticket. The exception, both locally and statewide, was Sen. Raphael Warnock, who won 71% of the vote in Athens to Herschel Walker’s 27%. Turnout in Athens was also down a bit, from 62% in the midterm four years ago to 59%. Why the discrepancy between Warnock and Abrams? “The difference isn’t about

them, but about who they ran against,” said ACC Commissioner Tim Denson, chair of the ACC Democratic Committee. Kemp ran an effective campaign, he said, while Walker “jumped from mistake to mistake.” Those mistakes have already cost Walker. Now that Democrats will retain control of the Senate regardless of what happens in the Dec. 6 runoff, conservative voters wary of Walker’s past have less reason to turn back out.

CCSD Opens New Health Clinic It’s been quietly seeing patients for the past two months, but the Clarke County School District held an official ribbon-cutting ceremony Thursday for a new health clinic at Alps Road Elementary School. It is temporarily situated in a mobile building outside Alps, but the new Clarke Middle School next door will include a permanent space for the clinic. Construction on the new school is scheduled to start in January, and it’s expected to open in fall of 2024. The clinic is currently open Monday, Wednesday and Friday afternoons, Tuesday mornings and all day Thursday, although hours are eventually expected to expand, said Suzanne Lester, a professor of family medicine at the UGA/Augusta University medical partnership and director of the Athens Mobile Free Clinic. It’s currently focused on seeing students, staff and their families at Alps and Clarke Middle, although that could expand as well with more hours. UGA President Jere Morehead’s Interdisciplinary Seed Grant Program provided $100,000 in funding for the clinic, which will be staffed by students from the medical partnership, law school, Mary Frances Early College of Education and College of Family and Consumer Sciences, supervised by professors. Law students will be on hand to help address the underlying causes of health problems—for example, a leaky roof a landlord refused to fix that resulted in a student coming down with pneumonia, said Peter Rutledge, dean of the law school. Education students will provide bilingual services to Hispanic families, dean Denise Spangler said. The clinic is similar to one that CCSD partnered with the Athens Neighborhood Health Center to open at Hilsman Middle School in 2019, with one key difference, Lester said: The Clarke Middle clinic does not bill anyone, not even insurance companies. All services are free.

ACC Eyes West Broad School Could the Athens Land Trust take over the West Broad School after all? More than three years after former school superintendent Demond Means ended a community garden and farmer’s market program at the vacant school, the Athens-Clarke County Commission is circling back to the property as the favored site for a sales tax-funded youth development center. The West Broad School was the high-

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est-rated location studied by a site selection committee and favored by a majority of residents who provided input, as well. The committee considered about 20 sites, narrowing the list down to three after holding public input sessions, considering comments submitted online and meeting with pastors in the West Broad area. “It was probably the most positively commented on… but I think that’s probably because it’s the site most people know,” SPLOST Program Administrator Keith Sanders told the commission at a Nov. 10 work session. The West Broad School—consisting of one 1938 building and two built in the 1950s on about three acres at West Broad and Minor streets—has been a political football for almost a decade. The segregation-era school closed as Clarke County began the integration process in the 1960s, then became the alternative school Rutland Academy, which moved to a new building in 2009. It has sat vacant ever since. In 2012, with the blessing of then-superintendent Philip Lanoue, the Athens Land Trust started a program there where students grew crops on a former ballfield and sold them at a weekly farmers market, alongside vendors from the surrounding neighborhood. In 2016 Lanoue floated a plan to turn the school into administrative offices, which drew criticism because it would have required paving over the garden for parking. Means scuttled that plan, instead proposing an early learning center. Meanwhile, the Boys & Girls Club backed out of plans for a Vincent Drive youth development center that was included in SPLOST 2011. The commission then focused on the West Broad neighborhood— roughly bounded by Hancock Avenue, Alps Road, Baxter Street and Milledge Avenue— and chose the Athens Land Trust to run it. ACC offered the Clarke County School District $3.2 million in SPLOST funding to help renovate the buildings for a community center in 2018 in exchange for turning it over to the land trust to operate, with a pledge from the land trust to match it, but in a racially charged vote, the school board rejected that plan in favor of Means’. “The whole concept of this community

center pretty much started with what was happening at the West Broad School, and it’s clear the public understands this is clearly the best site for that project,” Commissioner Melissa Link said. “I just hope the school board will be open to finally allowing the property to be used for the greater community benefit.” After Means’ contentious tenure ended, the school board also rejected an early learning center plan put forward by his replacement, Xernona Thomas, because it would have involved saving only the 1938 building and tearing down another that historic preservationists argued could be saved. Newly appointed Superintendent Robbie Hooker hasn’t said publicly what he intends to do with the property. “The years just tick by. It’s like we’re in a Dickens novel, right?” Commissioner Russell Edwards said. “It’s just so sad that what I estimate to be just a handful of voices that are antagonistic against this use right here” have been blocking the project. “I’m just tired of hearing it,” he said. “It should be there.” Although a CCSD employee sits on the site selection committee, no one from ACC has reached out to the school district. That’s because, as Sanders explained, county staff doesn’t contact landowners until later in the site selection process in order to leave all the options open for the commission, including eminent domain. However, Sanders and Manager Blaine Williams clarified that ACC can’t use eminent domain to acquire another government entity’s land. That presents a challenge. “You don’t have to Google search very far. This is very controversial. And this is the school district’s property,” Williams said. Other potential sites include Gresham’s disco and car lot across Paris Street from the West Broad School and a vacant lot at the end of Honeysuckle Lane near McAllister’s Deli. A vote to choose a site is scheduled for March The youth development center will include a commercial kitchen, community garden, market pavilion and meeting rooms, and provide job training and small-business support for adults and high school students. f

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KEMP WINS, AND SO DO DOWN-BALLOT REPUBLICANS

eorgia’s U.S. Senate race may be headed for a runoff, but Republicans swept all other statewide races and dashed Georgia Democrats’ hopes of building on recent electoral wins to loosen the GOP’s grip on state government. In addition to sending Gov. Brian Kemp back for another term, voters re-elected Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger, Attorney General Chris Carr and state

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“Now we must focus all of our efforts on re-electing Senator Warnock to the United States Senate,” Bailey said. Warnock will face Republican Herschel Walker in a Dec. 6 runoff after neither candidate reached 50%. State Sen. Jen Jordan, who ran for attorney general and put reproductive rights at the center of her campaign, racked up more votes than any Democrat other than Warnock. She finished with nearly 13,000 more votes than the Democratic nominee for governor, Stacey Abrams, even though Jordan was farther down the ballot. But it wasn’t enough. Carr ended up with 51.9% of the vote. Jordan conceded Wednesday morning, and Carr posted a message on social media shortly afterwards saying he had won another term. “Over the next four years, I look forward to building on the progress we have made attacking gangs, human traffickGov. Brian Kemp arrives with his family at the Winterville train depot to ing, elder abuse and cast their votes. more,” Carr posted to Facebook. School Superintendent Richard Woods Jordan—who flipped a Cobb County for four-year terms. They also gave KempSenate seat in 2017 and made national appointed Insurance Commissioner John news in 2019 for her dissent during the King his first elected term. Georgians debate on Georgia’s abortion law—hinted promoted a trio of Republican state senaof more to come. “Although this chapter has tors—Burt Jones, Tyler Harper and Bruce come to an end, the fight for a safer, more Thompson—to higher office. equitable Georgia continues,” Jordan said Jones overcame concerns about the role in a statement Wednesday. “We may not he played as a fake elector in the 2020 presi- have received the results we were hoping dential election to become lieutenant gover- for last night, but the work is far from over. nor. He was one of the two GOP candidates It is now more important than ever that endorsed by former President Donald we continue to support and elect leaders Trump who survived the primary election. who will prioritize the health and safety of Jones won with the narrowest margin with Georgia families. Leaders who will stand up 51.4% of the vote to Democrat Charlie for women and defend our right to make Bailey’s 46.4%, giving him enough to avoid the most personal decisions about our own a runoff. In Georgia, the top vote-getter bodies. Leaders who will reject partisan must reach 50% to win without going into political agendas and put people first.” overtime. In the race for agriculture commissioner, “Our campaign was successful because Harper will take the reins from Republican we ran a positive, truthful campaign Gary Black, who unsuccessfully ran for the focused on the issues that Georgians truly U.S. Senate. Harper beat Democrat Nakita care about,” Jones said in a statement, Hemingway by 8 points. referring to economic messaging like a Thompson was elected labor commispledge to continue cutting the state’s sioner, succeeding outgoing Commissioner income tax rate. Mark Butler. Thompson beat Democratic Bailey, a former prosecutor who put state Rep. William Boddie by nearly 7 democracy at the center of his campaign, points. conceded last Wednesday. “Last night, And Raffensperger, who benefited from across the entire country, voters stood up Democratic crossover voting in the primary, and fought back against attacks on our beat Democratic state Rep. Bee Nguyen democracy,” Bailey said in a statement Nov. by about 9 points. Raffensperger was one 9, the day after Election Day. “Although of Trump’s top targets following the 2020 we came up short, the fight to defend our presidential election and had already surdemocracy must continue. The survival of vived an intense intraparty challenge earlier our nation depends on it. I will never give in the year. f up on that fight, and I will never give up on This article originally appeared at georgiarecorder. the fight to ensure every Georgian has an com. equal shot and an equal opportunity.

NEW BOARD PROVIDES CIVILIAN OVERSIGHT OF POLICE

Who do you call when your rights have as likely to be killed by a police officer than been violated? For many, the answer would a white person, and the Latinx population be the police. But what if you were miswas also disproportionately affected. treated or your rights were violated by a law While some may believe that there are enforcement officer? no issues or inequities in policing, these When someone becomes a victim of statistics and community complaints sugpolice misconduct, it can be difficult for gest otherwise. It is clear, at the very least, them to accept the outcome, because that the line of trust between law enforcecomplaints against officers are often dealt ment and a portion of our community is with in-house and away from the public. broken, especially when it comes to Athens’ This means that if someone files a commore marginalized neighborhoods. This is plaint against an officer, the agency they where civilian oversight is vital—bridging are employed by—whose rules, policies gaps and ensuring our public safety systems and procedures they are sworn to abide work for everyone. by—investigates and determines whether the complaint was founded or not. Even more crucially, that agency determines what action, if any, to take in response. This is why civilian oversight is a necessary part of our public safety system. Simply put, it brings community members into the review process and gives them the ability to make recommendations. We can trust that an investigation against a police officer is being handled fairly because our neighbors are reviewing Mokah Jasmine Johnson it, too. In doing so, civilian oversight allows law enforcement agencies to become That’s why it’s important for the Classic more transparent and accountable for their City to support the Public Safety Civilian actions, as well as responsive to the needs Oversight Board (PSCOB). In November and concerns of their communities. of last year, after AADM and several comOn Oct. 25, the Athens Antimunity leaders in Athens led the push, Discrimination Movement (AADM) hosted the Athens-Clarke County Commission a dinner and discussion around civilian voted unanimously to create the PSCOB to oversight and police reform. During this oversee several public safety departments. event, one attendee voiced that they had After being appointed this year, the PSCOB had only good interactions with Athens underwent orientation with the various police officers and believed improvements departments and offices involved so that were unnecessary. they could gain a better understanding of Over the years, the AADM has received how these departments operate and where several serious complaints from Athens improvements need to be made. Overall, citizens about members of our criminal those meetings were productive and posijustice system, from the excessive use of tive; departments have been forthcoming force and discriminatory practices by law with information and responsive to the enforcement officers to poor jail conditions board’s questions and concerns. They are experienced by inmates. Many of the comnow in the process of creating their board’s plainants came to us because their voices bylaws—rules and procedures that will were not being heard or concerns were not guide the Board through their important fully addressed after filing a complaint with work. the proper law enforcement agency. Some True change, however, only happens reached out to our organization first due when we come together to support it. to fear of retaliation against them or their We need our community to back the nine loved ones. And their reasons for feeling members of the PSCOB by attending these that way are plausible. meetings and demonstrating that we are According to the Police Scorecard, in interested and dedicated to fostering transGeorgia from 2016–2021, only 19% of the parency and accountability in policing in 3,665 civilian complaints of police misAthens. The PSCOB meetings are open to conduct were ruled in favor of civilians. the public to attend and observe. The next Those statistics also show that between meeting will be on Nov. 16 from 5:30–7:30 2013–2021, a Black person was nearly twice p.m. at Athens City Hall. f

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ing,” Cotton said. Conventional wisdom says that Republicans are more likely to show back up in runoffs, but Aisha Yaqoob Mahmood of the Asian American Advocacy Fund says that’s based on outdated data. “Our organizations were not around when some of these other runoff elections happened,” she said. “But we showed up in 2020 and then the 2021 runoffs, and we will continue to do that this December. We have been planning for this runoff for a couple of weeks now, and have an incredible ground game prepared and ready to go soon as possible. We hope to knock just as many doors as we did in the general election in this short time period.” Mahmood said much of the focus will likely be on densely populated metro Atlanta counties like Gwinnett and Cobb

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erschel Walker and Sen. Raphael the second round,” he said. Warnock enjoyed a short break “If the situation would be one in which from their hectic campaign schedeither Warnock or Walker could get exactly ules after the Nov. 8 election, then went the same number of votes in December as back on the roads and the airwaves hoping they got yesterday, they probably would to convince Georgians to vote for them in win because of the drop-off that’s likely to the Dec. 6 runoff election. occur,” he added. “So it’s easier to mobilize So did the grassroots organizations that people who are already on your side or proaim to help them. The day after the election, spectively would be on your side than try to a group of leaders of progressive organizahave any converts.” tions outlined their plans for the coming political blitz. “What we’re doing for the remainder of the week is we’re going to give Georgians a little bit of a break,” New Georgia Project Action Fund CEO Kendra Cotton said. “And we’re probably going to take a little bit of a break. But we plan to start our runoff field program on [Nov. 14]. We’re implementing a layered approach on doors, phones, texts and other outreach to retouch people we’ve already engaged this year, especially in high density areas.” Cotton said people her group reached out to during the early vote were at least Sen. Raphael Warnock (left) and Herschel Walker face off again Dec. 6 because neither won over 50% of the vote. three times more likely to cast a ballot. “So we feel quite confident that when we reach out to During the last runoff election that put and north Fulton, and voters across the those voters again, they’re going to show up Warnock into office, the general election entire state can expect to be contacted by again,” she said. was Nov. 3, 2020, and the runoff was Jan. mail, phone or digital ads. This runoff will be all about getting loyal 5, 2021. This time, the window will shrink “I think the really key difference for voters back to the polls, said University of from nine weeks to four, which will put us this time around is to focus in on any Georgia political science professor Charles pressure on both sides’ get-out-the-vote in-person early voting opportunities, Bullock. “The biggest challenge, and this will strategies. Dates for early voting have not because we know that our communities do be true for both Democrats and Republicans been set, but will likely start around Nov. show up early,” she said. “And we know that as they move forward into this runoff, is to 28. “Because of the short timeframe, we’ll absentee voting cannot be the main option get the people who voted for your person in be encouraging folks to get out and vote in to turn out this time around, so we’re November to come back and vote again in person if they’re able over absentee ballotlooking forward to seeing how these early

voting dates pan out and to really plan targeted outreach so that we can get our communities out as early as possible and not let anyone wait ‘til Dec. 6 to cast a ballot.” Cotton said she hopes establishment political groups will get on the same page. “This cycle, we covered more ground than we probably should have because candidate campaigns, the major political parties and more traditional organizations continually, continually underinvest in taking the time to engage in our communities, particularly in Black and brown voters and young people, and they certainly don’t do it in between these election cycles.” Right-wing groups are also pledging to up their ground game for the runoff. Antiabortion organizations Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America and its partner Women Speak Out PAC announced they will spend at least $1 million in the runoff and send members to speak with potential Georgia voters. “Our field team has visited over 456,000 homes in Georgia to expose Raphael Warnock’s pro-abortion extremism and support Herschel Walker,” said SBA Pro-Life America President Marjorie Dannenfelser in a statement. “We are proud to back Herschel and will work tirelessly to secure his victory in the runoff.” The groups said they had contacted over 754,000 Georgia voters through door-knocking, mail, digital ads, phone calls and text messages to educate them on the candidates positions on abortion. In October, Women Speak Out PAC launched a $1M television ad buy labeling Warnock and Stacey Abrams as extremists on the matter. “Our ground team will continue to visit voters at their homes to expose Warnock’s extremism and urge them to elect Walker as their champion in the U.S. Senate,” Dannenfelser said. f This article originally appeared at georgiarecorder. com.

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By Gordon Lamb threatsandpromises@flagpole.com THAT’S ALL, FOLKS: In a surprising but completely understandable move, live recordist Sloan Simpson (Sloan Brothers, Obligatory Refractions) announced last week that his twodecade-old online repository of live recordings, Southern Shelter, was shutting down permanently. There were a few reasons, but they generally distill down to Simpson no longer having the mental bandwidth to maintain and update the site after a disastrous switch in web hosts destroyed much of the site over the past couple of years. Additionally, Simpson—who for years was a live show staple in town who could always be counted on to have a special show you saw or missed available to hear—hasn’t been recording nor attending shows since the beginning of the pandemic. On a more personal note, Simpson has found much fulfillment with his own musical recording projects as well as working with Bryan J. Howard’s studio project Del Toro Sound. There are also special projects peppered throughout his workflow, too, such as his mixing of the Cracker Live In Madrid CD. Simpson told me, “None of those things would be possible without the things I’ve learned and friends I’ve made through recording live shows and Southern Shelter. I’m looking forward to writing and recording more music and collaborating with friends.” As a fan and friend, I feel like I speak for many when I say thank you, Sloan, for your many years of dedicated and elevating work. TAKE SOME MOMENTS: Do you have exactly three minutes and 38 seconds to spare? If so, consider spending them on the new single from Nana Grizol named “Black Box.” This galloping and catchy tune is the lead single from the

group’s upcoming album Dancing Dogs which is slated for release Dec. 23. The single, though, is available now. The new album is composed of the original versions of the songs that appeared on the band’s 2010 LP Ruth. Its most recent full-length release is 2020’s South Somewhere Else. For more information, please see facebook.com/ nanagrizol666 and cruisinrecords.com. SEE YA NEXT YEAR!: Zero Mile Presents and Super Canoe will host the third, so far, reunion show by Modern Skirts on Saturday, Dec. 31 at the Georgia Theatre. Also on the bill this night are Vision Video, Tedo Stone Weaponized Flesh and a dance party featuring the Booty Boyz. Advance tickets will run you $20, and it’ll be $25 at the door, but there’s a real solid chance of this selling out so make your loud.” And that works just fine for me. This is a five-song plans now. As of this writing, tickets aren’t on sale yet, but punch in the face, and I fully expect Flicker to be packed for by the time you read this they may well be. So keep checkthis one. So, cut the shit and start the pit over at weaponing georgiatheatre.com/calendar, and drop some bucks izedflesh1.bandcamp.com. when you’re ready. ROCK IT ON: The Michael Guthrie Band, a core staple entry FOUR OF A KIND: Athens’ hardcore super group Weaponized in the canon of Athens power pop, will release the first ever Flesh will celebrate the release of its debut EP Hurtful CD version of its 1981 LP Direct Hits. This comes out Nov. this Friday, Nov. 18 at Flicker Theatre & Bar. Also on the 20 and is available exclusively online. Cost is $18 shipped Shadebeast Presents bill this night are the irrepressible worldwide. The CD version was mastered by Jason NeSmith Beast Mode and Greenville, SC’s NeverFall. The record and contains all the tracks from the original release, plus was actually released just at the end of October, so you can live tracks from Atlanta’s Agora Ballroom. Find this and stream it as we speak. While I colloquially refer to the band order at michaelguthrieband.com. Please note there is no as “hardcore,” there’s more than a hearty helping of thrash “buy” button on the site, so you’ll need to click “donate” to metal here, too, and as the band mentioned in an email to order. It’s a little confusing, but you’re smart people and Flagpole, “The band is simply loud, fast and, well, fast and should be able to figure this out. f

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Wednesday 16 40 Watt Club 7 p.m. (doors). $7 (adv.). www.40watt.com THREESIXTEEN No info available. LIGHTHEARTED Local alternative folk rock band anchored by twin sisters Eliza Lemmon and Gracie Huffman. HALLPASS No info available. 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.flickertheatreand bar.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.

Thursday 17 40 Watt Club 7 p.m. (doors). $10. www.40watt. com

JAZZ JAM Seth Hendershot and the house band Unstarched host an open jazz jam. Bring an instrument or your voice. Every Third Thursday. Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall 7:30 p.m. $3 (w/ UGA ID), $20. pac.uga.edu UGA WIND ENSEMBLE Under the baton of new director Nicholas Enrico Williams, the ensemble presents “Music From Around the World,” a selection of masterworks from composers representing several continents. Nowhere Bar 9 p.m. www.facebook.com/ NowhereBarAthens SOLID COUNTRY GOLD Diablo boys playing country jams.

Creature Comforts Brewery 7–10 p.m. www.creaturecomforts beer.com DJBOBFISH Local DJ leads an outdoor dance party. Fire Station #2 Daily Co-op’s 30 Year Birthday Bash. 5:30–7:30 p.m. FREE! www. dailygroceries.org HAMLIN & KIRAN Hamlin Jackson and Kiran Fernandes perform in celebration of Daily Co-op’s 30th anniversary. Flicker Theatre & Bar 9 p.m. $10. www.flickertheatreand bar.com. BEAST MODE Local thrash metal band with black metal influence. NEVERFALL Ripping thrash metal band from Greenville, SC.

The Root 10 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ AubreyEntertainmentAthensGA REUNION Classic rock.

Saturday 19 Buvez 7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (music). $10. www.facebook.com/buvezathens LOVE, COVERS & SOUL Performances by DJ Dareal, Bobby Hegge, Andreana, Tracy Brown and Farin. Cali N Tito’s Eastside 6 p.m. (lesson), 7–10 p.m. (dance). $10 suggested donation. LATIN NIGHT Join UGA’s Salsa Club for a beginner’s rueda class and dance party with DJ Mane spinning the latest timba, salsa and

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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. The Globe 7:30 p.m. (doors), 8:30 p.m. (show). www.facebook.com/globe. athens UGA CONTEMPORARY CHAMBER ENSEMBLE Composed of graduate and undergraduate students, the ensemble has focused on the performance of modern masterworks and recent music since 1979. Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall Piedmont Athens Regional Performances for Young People. 10:30 a.m. $2–4. 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.

ELIJAH JOHNSTON Athens singer-songwriter with indie emo undertones. WALTER SLIDE Rock band from Chattanooga. REEVES Atlanta indie songwriter. ATHICA 7–9 p.m. Donations encouraged. www.athica.org SOUND BATHING, EXPLORATION AND IMPROVISATION Michael Pierce, John Kiran Fernandes, Shane Parish and Jon Vogt perform in conjunction with Third Thursday. Flicker Theatre & Bar AURA X VOL: Birthday Bash. 8 p.m. (doors). $7. www.facebook.com/ volumeshiphop TRVY & THE ENEMY High-energy hip-hop artist performing with his

rock as they are surreal, baroque passages. STRUMBRUSH Bedroom apartment project turned art rock basement band. Hendershot’s 8 p.m. $10. www.hendershots athens.com SMITH & CALVERT Duo drawing on folk and jazz influences. International Grill & Bar 7 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ IGBAthensGA THE BAND MELANGE Atlanta act drawing on pop, rock and R&B influences. 40 Watt Club Classic City Wrestling. 7 p.m. (doors), 8–11 p.m. (wrestling). $10–20. www.40watt.com CLASSIC CITY JUKEBOX Tonight’s special set of octane live rock and roll will take place during matches of independent wrestling.

Sunday 20 Creature Comforts Brewery 3–5 p.m. www.creaturecomforts beer.com LIVE JAZZ Every Sunday afternoon. The Globe 8 p.m. $10. www.facebook.com/ globe.athens MAGIC TUBER STRINGBAND Courtney Werner and Evan Morgan create experimental and harmonious tunes and aural tapestries built from Appalachian musical traditions. DANN PELL Philadelphia songwriter drawing comparisons to Bright Eyes and Twain. CAMERON KNOWLER Los Angeles guitarist specializing in jazz, bluegrass and old time. Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall 3 p.m. $30–55. pac.uga.edu SCHUMANN QUARTET The German ensemble performs a program steeped in European tradition and American Protestantism. A free pre-performance talk will be held in Ramsey Concert Hall at 2:15 p.m.

The Schumann Quartet will perform at the Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall on Sunday, Nov. 20 at 3 p.m. alternative-influenced band. KXNG BLANCO Local hip-hop upstart delivering high-energy raps and R&B vibes. DUBBYGOTBARS Atlanta rapper with a melodic and alternative pop influence. CASHONABLE Atlanta-based hip- hop artist and songwriter. DJ HENNY Athens DJ with a lit party vibe keeping the crowd dancing. Georgia Theatre 7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $22–25. www.georgiatheatre.com WARREN ZEIDERS High-energy country music powered by a steady supply of youthful grit, honesty and muscle. MEGAN MORONEY Nashville country singer-songwriter. The Globe 9 p.m. (doors), 10 p.m. (show). www.facebook.com/globe.athens SLEEPING JESUS Indie dream pop from Minneapolis. THE ECHOLOCATIONS Vibrant retro pop band. VISITATION Indie pop project from Jacksonville, FL. Hendershot’s 7 p.m. (signups), 8 p.m. (music). FREE! www.hendershotsathens.com

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Friday 18 Athentic Brewing Co. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing. com CHRIS WAYNE Greenville, SC artist playing blues and Americana favorites and originals. Ciné 9 p.m. (doors). $10. www.athens cine.com SQUALLS Celebrate the release of Squalls [Remastered Extended Edition] with a performance by Squalls members Bob Hay and Diana Torell backed by The Wild Jordan Tonk Cats, which includes original Squalls drummer Mark Cooper Smith. The Classic Center 8 p.m. $45–85. www.classiccenter. com MANNHEIM STEAMROLLER CHRISTMAS Grammy Award winner Chip Davis has created a show that features holiday classics in the distinctive Mannheim sound.

WEAPONIZED FLESH Local thrash metal band. Album release show! Georgia Theatre 8 p.m. $25 (adv.), $30. www.georgiatheatre.com TEDDY SWIMS Atlanta artist melding country, hip hop, punk and metal. The Globe 8 p.m. $10 www.facebook.com/ globe.athens MIRACLE ROY Tallahassee, FL indie-folk rocker. IMMATERIAL POSSESSION Dark psychedelic band involving costuming and theatrics. KIRAN FERNANDES Kiran Fernandes (Immaterial Possession) plays intricate and inventive songs for guitar drawing from folk traditions around the world. Hendershot’s 8 p.m. www.hendershots.com TERRAPLANE BLUE Three-piece local band that performs original songs as well as blues, rock and country numbers. International Grill & Bar 7 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ IGBAthensGA DIXIELAND FIVE Five-piece Dixieland jazz band.

bachata. Donations benefit U-Lead Athens. The Classic Center 7:30 p.m. $33–48. www.classic center.com ONE NIGHT OF QUEEN Gary Mullen and The Works present a live concert recreating the look, sound, pomp and showmanship of Queen. Flicker Theatre & Bar 8 p.m. $10. www.flickertheatreand bar.com TELEMARKET Driving, angular indie-rock band from Athens. FLIPPANTS Columbia, SC band blending post-punk with noise and no wave. NICHOLAS MALLIS Surreal glam pop act from Athens. Celebrating the release of a new single, “Going Back to Florida.” The Globe 9 p.m. (doors), 10 p.m. (show). www.facebook.com/globe.athens TWELVE25 Atlanta alternative hip- hop and psych rock infusion band exploring nature, escapism and the pressures of being a young adult. JOSEY Local alternative pop and folk musician playin’ and prayin’ with her band. PINKEST Atlanta-based four-piece as likely to lean into swelling noise

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By Hillary Brown food@flagpole.com It’s your annual Turkey Day round-up of local businesses that are offering sides, turkeys, full meals and desserts for pick-up or are open on the day to serve you a feast. We’ll update this post as we hear of more, so keep checking back if your favorite isn’t listed yet. The Burch food truck has full Thanksgiving meals that will run you $300 and include turkey, gravy, cranberry sauce, green bean casserole, smashed potatoes, baby kale salad and white chocolate chip pumpkin cookies. They feed four to five people, and will be delivered to your house Thanksgiving morning with heating instructions. To order, email burchthis@ gmail.com by Nov. 19. Butt Hutt is smoking turkeys for $65 each (16–18 lbs.). Call 706-850-8511 to reserve. Cabin Creek BBQ Co., in Nicholson, is doing smoked turkeys (half or whole, $12.99/lb.), sides (cornbread dressing, squash casserole, sweet potato soufflé, all $35 half-pan/$69 whole pan; mac and cheese, $27/$50; and green beans, $24/$50) and gravy ($10/qt). Call 706757-2267 or email cabincreekbbq199@ gmail.com by Nov. 19 to order. Cold pick-up Nov. 23 from 10 a.m.–2 p.m.; hot pick-up Thanksgiving Day from 9–11 a.m. The Carriage House of Athens is open for Thanksgiving lunch on the actual day from 10 a.m.–5 p.m. ($16.99 adults, $14.99 seniors, $8.99 kids, free for children under 3). Or you can order a “holiday pack” by Nov. 19 that includes your choice of roast beef, honey ham, fried chicken, baked chicken or sliced roasted turkey, plus sides, starting at $59 for a meal that feeds four, but it is available in much larger quantities, too. Email thecarriagecatering@gmail.com or call 706-546-0385 for details. Chops and Hops is doing full meals or individual components of such: turkey, braised chuck roast, garlic mashed potatoes, candied yams, green beans, roasted butternut squash, cranberry sauce, dressing, gravy, roasted carrots, baked brussels sprouts, salads, desserts AND starters.

madeathens.com/shop: mac and cheese, tomato pie, sweet potato gratin, roasted fall vegetables or chamomile-poached pears (each $27, serves four to six); pimento cheese ($16.20/pint); pickled deviled eggs ($25.92/dozen); plus yeast rolls and the usual delicious snacks. Order by Nov. 18 for pick-up Nov. 22 or Nov. 23. Independent Baking Co. has maple pecan pie and sweet potato pie available for pre-order. To order, call 706-850-3550 or click the pre-order banner at independentbaking.com by Nov. 19. Pick up on Nov. 23. Jack’s Cheesecake is offering pre-orders at jackscheesecake.com for pick up at Bell’s in Watkinsville on Nov. 23 from 2–6 p.m.

Order through the web form at chopsandhops.com by Nov. 18, and pick up on Nov. 23 between 10:30 a.m.–1 p.m. Donderos’ Kitchen has its usual abundance of choices, including gluten-free roasted whole turkey (10, 14, 18 or 22 pounds for $5.25/lb.), dressing (traditional or GF, $15/$26 depending on size), green bean casserole and mac and cheese ($15/$26), quart containers of sides for $15, sauces, gravy, and pies for $17–20 (plus $4 to be gluten-free). Fill out the order form at donderoskitchen.com by Nov. 18 (turkeys by Nov. 17), and pick up Nov. 22 or Nov. 23. Em’s Kitchen is taking dessert and appetizer orders, due Nov. 16 for pick-up by Nov. 23. Call 706-206-9322, email emskitchen975@gmail.com or check out the website under catering. Farm Cart is doing an entire meal for $235 that serves 10–12 and includes a 12–14 lb. smoked turkey, gravy, mac and cheese, herbed stuffing, sweet potato casserole, green bean casserole and 12 mini-buttermilk biscuits. You can also get the individual components, an edible rosemary focaccia centerpiece ($40) and gluten-free mini Chops and Hops cornbread loaves ($12–24). Order at farm-cart-catering.square.site by Nov. 13 for pick-up Nov. 23 between 10 a.m.–2 Lindsey’s Culinary Market has gravy p.m. ($18/quart); sourdough and cornbread Five Bar and Chuck’s Fish are doing dressing muffins ($5 each); casseroles and their annual Thanksgiving Feast on the vegetable sides ($22–75 each, depending actual day from 11 a.m.–3 p.m. at the latter on size); pumpkin-apple-pear bisque ($19/ restaurant. The meal is free, but donations quart) and cranberry-pear compote ($12/ are accepted to benefit Project Safe. pint); pies and cakes ($28–36); and maybe George’s Lowcountry Table is doing turkey (ask). DM your order on Instagram Cajun-seasoned deep-fried turkey breast at @lindseysculinarymarket or call 706-353with herb gravy ($70), squash casserole 0558 to order for pick-up Nov. 22 (after 1 ($38), green bean casserole ($43), sweet p.m.) or Nov. 23 (by 1 p.m.). As always, the potato casserole ($45), oyster stuffing restaurant can prepare foods in your dishes. ($49), mac and cheese ($40) and bread pudMarti’s at Midday has sides of sweet ding ($52), all for pick-up Nov. 22 or Nov. potato casserole, roasted brussels sprouts 23. All casseroles are half pans and serve tossed with pesto, mac and cheese, corn10–12. Call 706-548-3359 to order at least bread dressing, fresh green beans and 24 hours in advance. smashed new potatoes for $14/$28 to serve Home.made has Thanksgiving sides four or eight, yeast rolls ($14/dozen) and orderable through its web shop at homedessert platters ($21.99). Order online at

martisatmidday.com/catering-holiday-sides or call 706-543-3541 by Nov. 16 to pick up Nov. 22 or Nov. 23 between 8:30 a.m.–3 p.m. Off the Vine Produce, in Winterville, has ham and turkey ($40 for a 9 x 13 pan) plus gravy, sides for $25 for a 9 x 13 pan and lots and lots of desserts (Watergate salad, banana pudding, sheet and layer cakes and a bunch of pies) for $15–30. To order, call 706-899-0400 by Nov. 18. Pulaski Heights BBQ has smoked turkey breast with gravy (4–5 lbs., serves four to six, $65), brisket (6 lbs., serves 15–20, $155), pork shoulder (5 lbs., serves 10–15, $65), smoked half chickens ($9 each), racks of ribs ($26), smoked tofu ($16/quart, serves four to six; $42 half-pan, serves 10–15), housemade orange-cranberry sauce ($8/pint), extra gravy ($13/quart) and sides for $13/quart (serves six to eight) or $35 half-pan (serves 15–20). Banana pudding for $15–40. Pre-order online by scrolling down to the Thanksgiving tab on Upserve (supplies limited, especially turkey). Pick up any day before Thanksgiving or on Thanksgiving Day between 12–1 p.m. Saucehouse is doing a full holiday package that includes turkey or honey ham, stuffing, gravy, cranberry sauce, two sides and Sister Schubert’s rolls. Add tea or lemonade for $2.50 per person and individually priced desserts. $20/person pick-up (12 person minimum), $20/person drop-off ($500 minimum) or $30/person full-service ($1,000 minimum on site, $2,000 minimum off site). You can also order a la carte. To order, call 888-978-7948, ext. 4, or email catering@saucehouse.com. Sweetie Pie by Savie is doing desserts and other baked goods through an order form on its website (sweetiepiebysavie.com) due Nov. 19 for pick-up Nov. 22 or Nov. 23: pies, cakes (including a vegan chocolate raspberry), cookies, sweet and savory scones and quiches (bacon-onion, chicken green curry, panang tofu-bamboo shoot). Weaver D’s is feeding those in need at the restaurant for no charge on Thanksgiving Day, with gospel at noon and food at 2 p.m. Nonperishable food and donations accepted. WHAT’S UP: Marti’s at Midday celebrated its 20th anniversary on Oct. 31 with a week of donations, local business highlights and Marti’s history. After founder Marti Schimmel died in 2020, her mother Janet Kloepfer and younger brother Jay Kloepfer took over ownership and have continued to carry on Marti’s legacy. f

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By Jessica Smith arts@flagpole.com

stretched wings and a red heart over their breast. These birds belong to “Places of Peace,” an ongoing series Loose began in response to the U.S.’s invasion of Iraq in 2003. “I was watching television one night during [the George W. Bush administration], and it was a night of ‘shock and awe.’ That was the headline for three nights of bombing in downtown Baghdad,” says JESSICA SMITH

friend to all creatures great and small, Peter Loose’s new solo exhibition “Places of Peace” thematically focuses on birds as a source of both inspiration and healing. Currently on view at tiny ATH gallery through November, the show is dedicated in memory of the late Art Rosenbaum, a widely revered artist, musician, folklorist and educator. Though Loose was never officially enrolled among Rosenbaum’s students at the Lamar Dodd School of Art, he learned many lessons from him. With his wide range of interests and genuine curiosity in other people, Rosenbaum not only made Loose feel seen and supported, but actively demonstrated through his work how valuable vernacular artists and musicians are to the fabric of American culture. The evening Loose received the news of Rosenbaum’s death, he was sitting in front of a big blank bulletin board and felt moved to process the grief through painting. This moment became “Ascension,” a scene in which all sorts of creatures—birds, fish, turtles, snakes, butterflies—encircle a glowing, sky-bound firefly. On the back of the painting reads the message “They gather in the light of Art Rosenbaum. Great stories and songs were always nearby. So much love for his life.” The exhibition’s large paintings—such as the rooster and blackbird that appear on this week’s cover of Flagpole—exemplify Loose’s distinctive style. Whether it’s on canvas, window screens, cork boards, furniture, found objects, instruments or even old cars, his work is immediately identifiable by wide ribbons of saturated color and hundreds of tiny dots that pulsate with movement. Fluttering across the walls in between the large paintings are small cut-outs of birds in a variety of colors, each with out-

ing an effort to reclaim space. The exhibition “Places of Peace” marks Loose’s official return to Athens as a resident after living nearby in Hull for the past 30 years or so. After working as a naturalist for a Maryland state park and the Audubon Society, Loose first moved to Athens in the mid-’80s to work at the Sandy Creek Nature Center. It was here that his love for wildlife soon intersected with a newfound interest in art-making as he led children’s activities and decorated the space. He left Sandy Creek after roughly a decade in what he jokes was a “jump off the cliff moment for sure,” but he quickly found his footing while pursuing life as an artist. From his one-of-a-kind sculptural dulcimers to his bird-shaped birdhouses, animals serve as a constant source of creative inspiration. Loose and his wife, Sandy, have

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Loose. “I was so destroyed by it. I’m getting to be part of witnessing this, but what if it were the other way around? I felt every person in their apartment building, every child, every pet, and it just absolutely killed me.” Creating the small birds as a symbol for peace and hope, Loose began distributing them to friends and family as a way to bring good vibrations into their homes, instead of shock and awe. The flock has grown to over 1,200 birds today, with each one represent-

looked after many critters over the years, such as tortoises, snakes, chickens, goats, dogs and cats. Generations of children have grown up reading Bongo is a Happy Dog (1997) and Bongo Has Many Friends (2001), a pair of illustrated books the couple created together about their beloved dog who brought a lot of joy into the lives of those around him. “He was just a little scoundrel Athenian,” Loose says about Bongo, who once per-

formed a duet with Michael Stipe and was a dear friend to visionary artist Howard Finster. “He was comical and funny. He had a toy piano that he just thought was the best and wanted to play it for people.” Beyond his work as an artist, Loose is also an art collector and curator who has been instrumental in preserving stories and increasing the visibility of other folk artists over the years. Launched in 2015, the “The Great Folk Art Parade” was envisioned as a touring and ever-changing exhibition of hundreds of works that celebrate Southern self-taught artists both past and present. After debuting at the Oconee Cultural Arts Foundation in Watkinsville, the show traveled to the Hambidge Center in Rabun Gap and Steffen Thomas Museum of Art in Buckhead. Using his and Sandy’s expansive personal collection as a base, Loose would then personalize each installment and invite artists of the surrounding area to sell works at the receptions. This model pairs well-known figures such as Finster, St. EOM and R.A. Miller alongside largely undiscovered artists, reminding viewers to look within their immediate community and celebrate any creativity that may be happening under the radar. Loose hopes to keep the parade marching along into the future. Offering a glimpse into just how massive his collection has grown, Peter and Sandy will host Bongo’s Yardfest Art and Estate Sale at 302 Oak Drive in Hull on Saturday, Nov. 19 and Sunday, Nov. 20 from 7:30 a.m.–6:30 p.m. The event will offer a variety of pottery, paintings, carvings, textiles, vintage baskets, instruments, furniture and other eclectic treasures. Tiny ATH Gallery will host open hours for “Places of Peace” on Nov. 17 from 6–9 p.m. in conjunction with Third Thursday, a citywide initiative established in 2012 that encourages established venues to stay open late once a month for an evening of gallery hopping. Loose plans to add various new pieces to the wall for the occasion, since nearly everything sold on opening night, and multi-instrumentalist Steve Milsap will provide live entertainment. Loose’s exhibition can additionally be viewed by emailing curator Camille Hayes at tinyathgallery@ gmail.com to set up a private appointment weekdays after 5 p.m. f

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GEORGIA HAS A GOOD CHANCE TO REPEAT AS CHAMPIONS

Many memories from the national championship game last year will stick with me forever: Jalen Carter’s blocked field goal. AD Mitchell’s go-ahead touchdown. Kelee Ringo’s interception, of course. Counting down the seconds to the final whistle, then hugging every stranger wearing red and black within reach. But one moment that’s come back to my mind in recent weeks happened right after the game, as we walked through that bitter cold Indianapolis night. “At least it won’t be this cold in Los Angeles next year,” said one Alabama fan to another, referring to the site of this year’s College Football Playoff National Championship Game.

and earn a spot in the playoff field regardless of what happens against LSU. That’s a testament to what Kirby Smart has built. This is the fifth time Smart has won the East in his seven seasons. He’s also won 10 games in five of his seven seasons. The only exceptions were his first season and the COVID-shortened 2020 season. We are in the Golden Age of Georgia football; long may it continue. I’m not prepared to say we’ve usurped Alabama as the top program in college football. Rumors of Nick Saban’s demise have been greatly exaggerated before. But there’s no denying the results. We won the title last year, and have arguably the best shot of

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I remember thinking, that sounds about right. The Tide had Bryce Young and Will Anderson for another season, while the Dawgs were about to lose the core of the team—15 players, to be precise—to the NFL. Alabama was better positioned than Georgia to make a run in 2022, I thought. So did almost everyone else. Turns out both I and the random Alabama fan in a parking lot in Indianapolis were dead wrong. Alabama has suffered two losses and won’t even make it to Atlanta out of the SEC West. The Dawgs, meanwhile, are 10-0 and secured a second consecutive SEC East crown with a 45-19 win over Mississippi State in Starkville. None of this was meant as a slight against Alabama—though you should feel free to take it that way—but rather an illustration of how relatively unexpected Georgia’s run this season has been. It’s not the fact that Georgia is 10-0 or won the SEC East that’s surprising. It’s that Georgia looks like the best team in the country, and the Alabama boogeyman will be sitting at home for both the SEC Championship Game and the College Football Playoffs. The Dawgs will play a two-loss LSU under a new head coach, Brian Kelly, in Atlanta. And leaving the SEC Championship Game aside completely, Georgia only needs to beat Kentucky in Lexington and Georgia Tech in Athens to finish 12-0 in the regular season

any team left in contention to win it again. So while this season may have begun as a rebuilding year, that ain’t what it is anymore. We’re on the hunt for another title. As great a job as he did last year, this year has the chance to be Smart’s greatest achievement yet. It’s difficult to overstate just how much sheer talent and experience was lost from last season’s team, as well as the leadership from players like Nakobe Dean, Jamaree Salyer and Jordan Davis. There was a brain drain on the coaching staff, as well, with Dan Lanning moving to the big chair at Oregon, Cortez Hankton heading home to LSU and Matt Luke retiring to spend more time with his family. Despite all that, Georgia has a rare opportunity. Only a handful of programs have won consecutive consensus national championships. Alabama did it last in 2011 and 2012, when Smart was a defensive coordinator under Saban. Before that, you have to go back to the legendary Nebraska teams in 1994 and 1995. So when you talk about back-to-back title-winners, you’re talking about dynasties, the greatest teams and the best programs in the history of the sport. If the Dawgs do pull this off—still a big “if” with five games to go—we won’t need to have any conversations about whether Georgia’s usurped Alabama as the top program in the country, because it’ll be a stone-cold fact. f

ADVICE FOR ATHENS’ LOOSE AND LOVELORN

Hey Bonita, I’m not sure if this counts as a fear of commitment, but I have serious marriage anxiety. I’ve been with my partner for six years, our lives are very intertwined, and we basically act/function like a married couple already. Everything has been fine as is, but I think my partner is ready for the next step… and when I seriously think about getting engaged or married, I’m actually overcome with absolute dread. Like stomach hurts, head swims. It’s at the point where if we’re in a situation I think they might try to pop the question, I’ll start acting strange and do anything to get out of the situation. I love this person; I want to be with them. Just “marriage” totally

freaks me out. I don’t think marriage really means anything to me, but that doesn’t explain why I’d have such negative feelings. I figured I just wouldn’t care either way. I don’t want to ruin my relationships because of this, and I don’t know how to move forward in my life. Anonymous Hey Anon, If you’re so concerned about this that it causes physical symptoms of anxiety and makes you act weird towards your loved one, then I’d say that it’s time for a conversation about the issue with your partner. Wait until you’re feeling calm and have your thoughts collected about the topic, and then kindly ask your boo if they want to chat about your perspectives on it. Definitely don’t blurt it all out in a moment of tension—we would hate to see a nervous outburst snowball into a blowout. I think that a couple must have very similar, if not the same, values and perspectives about life-changing things like marriage and children and buying a home if they truly have a future together, and you may already have an idea whether or not your partner is down to rent forever or be a parent. The marriage conversation can be tricky because some folks react strongly to the idea, for better or worse. I think that you need to get clear on what your partner’s plans are for the future so you’ll stop getting shifty

during intimate moments. I would hope that you two have already had this conversation after six years of going steady, but it sounds like you haven’t if you’re worried that they would propose to you out of nowhere. I know a few people who have been ambushed in this way, and I can see that we share the perspective that surprise proposals are intimidating, intense and ultimately rather inappropriate. It can feel manipulative if a person suddenly pops the question in front of others, and I think that’s a pretty bad way to get a marriage started. Most surprise proposals that we see on the internet happen between couples that have already

discussed marriage and knew it was in the cards for them, and the actual moment of question- popping is the only surprise involved. As a matter of fact, I can’t think of a single engaged couple that I know currently where getting married wasn’t a mutual decision borne of regular conversations. Honestly, I just don’t think that surprise proposals are as cute or romantic as pop culture would want us to believe, and I hope your boo has at least picked up on their partner’s aversion to this kind of romcom behavior. Marriage is a legal agreement that will get you a couple of tax breaks but also cause you to take on your partner’s debt. Personally, I don’t see it as an essential part of a long-term relationship, and I’m not alone in that at all. It sounds to me like you’re happy and very much in love with your partner, and that you’re not interested in changing your long-established relationship dynamic. You don’t need to be able to call it a marriage to be fulfilled, and I think you’ll rest a lot easier once you find out whether your partner feels the same. There’s nothing wrong with being happy with how things are and not wanting to change them. Isn’t that what we’re all striving for anyway? f Need advice? Email advice@flagpole.com, or use our anonymous online form at flagpole.com/get- advice.

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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 dancing 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

Wednesday 16 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 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) 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@ athensacademy.org 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 FILM: Bad Movie Night (Ciné) A young rickshaw operator finds himself embroiled in an absurd conspiracy involving a stripper, a video freak and Donald Pleasence in the Italian fantasy-thriller American Rickshaw. 8 p.m. FREE! www. instagram.com/badmovienight 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: 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)

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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) 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

Thursday 17 ART: Peter Loose’s “Places of Peace” (tiny ATH gallery) Peter Loose’s exhibition dedicated to Art Rosenbaum will be available to view during Third Thursday. 6–9 p.m. FREE! www.tinyathgallery.com ART: Stellar: A Paper Ornament Workshop (Lyndon House Arts Center) Rebecca Kreisler will lead a workshop making ornaments out of folded paper. 6 p.m. FREE! www. accgov.com/lyndonhouse ART: Third Thursday (Athens, GA) Many local art galleries stay open late the third Thursday of every month for after-hours viewing. Check the website for this week’s participating venues. 6–9 p.m. www.3thurs.org ART: Georgia Museum of Art Student Night (Georgia Museum of Art) Join the Georgia Museum of Art Student Association for a night of music, fun and themed activities to celebrate the latest exhibitions, including “Reckonings and Reconstructions.” 6:30–8:30 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org CLASSES: Yoga in the Galleries (Georgia Museum of Art) Enjoy a free yoga class in the art galleries led by instructors from Five Points Yoga. Open to beginner and experienced yogis. Attend in person or via Zoom. Email to RSVP. 6 p.m. FREE! gmoa-tours@uga.edu, www. georgiamuseum.org CLASSES: Mindfulness Session (Oconee County Library) An hour- long mindfulness session led by retired Army Lt. Col. Raquel Durden will feature light stretching and breathing exercises. 7–8 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/ oconee CLASSES: Line Dancing Lessons (Athentic Brewing Co.) Becky and Patty will lead line dancing lessons in the taproom. 7–8:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com EVENTS: Athens Academy Holiday Market (Athens Academy) 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@ athensacademy.org

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 LECTURES & LIT: The Art of a Place Called Longleaf (Georgia Museum of Art) Author and environmentalist Janisse Ray will talk about the endangered Longleaf pine ecosystem in conjunction with Kristin Leachman’s art exhibition “Longleaf Lines.” 5:30 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org LECTURES & LIT: Athens Science Café (Creature Comforts Brewery) Learn about the science of beer at this month’s science café. The scientist at each meeting is there to guide an open and friendly talk. You don’t have to know a thing about science to participate; you just have to be curious. 7–9 p.m. FREE! www. athenssciencecafe.wordpress.com LECTURES & LIT: A Horror Colloqueery (Online: Avid Bookshop) This book talk celebrates Addie Tsai’s queer biracial reimagining of Frankenstein, Unwieldy Creatures and It Came From the Closet edited by Joe Vallese. Registration required. 7–8 p.m. FREE! www. avidbookshop.com LECTURES & LIT: An Evening with Jay Bolotin (Ciné) Filmmaker, artist and musician Jay Bolotin will present segments from his motion picture in progress, a brief segment of his theater piece The Darktown Sermons and his 23-minute short film The Silence of Professor Tösla. 7:30 p.m. FREE! www.calendar. uga.edu MEETINGS: Sustainable Industry Roundtable (Jittery Joe’s Roaster Tasting Room) Learn how Jittery Joe’s is working to make your morning cup of coffee more sustainable. Bring your ideas and best sustainable practices to help them do more. 8–9:30 a.m. FREE! www. jitteryjoes.com MEETINGS: Robbie Hooker Town Hall (Cedar Shoals High School) 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 MEETINGS: Athens Area Lifestyle Munch (Locos Grill and Pub) AAL Munch is a casual social gathering for people involved in or interested in power exchange dynamics and alternate relationship models. Learn more about the BDSM community or get advice. Ages 18 & up. 7–10 p.m. FREE! athensalt@yahoo.com 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: Comedy of Errors (UGA Fine Arts Theatre) See Wednesday listing for full description. 8 p.m. $12–16. 706-542-4247, uga theatre.com/comedyoferrors

Friday 18 ART: Morning Mindfulness (Georgia Museum of Art) Instructor-led meditation, movement and mindfulness techniques in the galleries.

No experience necessary. Email to reserve a seat. Every other Friday, 9:30 a.m. gmoa-tours@uga.edu ART: Dodd Market (Lamar Dodd School of Art) Support and buy artwork from over 90 UGA student artists. 10 a.m.–6 p.m. www.art. uga.edu CLASSES: Ekphrastic Poetry Workshop (Georgia Museum of Art) Join Janisse Ray to write an ekphrastic poem, which explores a work of visual art. No experience needed. RSVP required. 11 a.m. FREE! gmoa-tours@uga.edu EVENTS: Kempt Black Friday Sale (Kempt) Browse holiday sales while enjoying some ice-cold brews, finger-lickin’ food and live music. 11 a.m.–8 p.m. www.facebook.com/ kemptathens EVENTS: Daily Groceries Co-Op 30 Year Birthday Bash (Historic Athens) Bring a friend, listen to acoustic music by Hamlin Jackson and Kiran Fernandes, and eat old favorite foods and new tasty items in celebration of Daily Groceries’ 30th birthday. 5:30–7:30 p.m. FREE! www. dailygroceries.org KIDSTUFF: Art In Motion (Oconee County Library) Join Ms. Carley for art activities where the process of creating is emphasized rather than the finished project. For ages 3–5. 10:30–11:30 a.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/oconee KIDSTUFF: Art in the Stacks (Oconee County Library) Join Ms. Carley and learn about different artists and art movements through books and correlating art projects. For children ages 6–12 years old. 4:30–5:30 p.m. FREE! www.athens library.org/oconee THEATER: Comedy of Errors (UGA Fine Arts Theatre) See Wednesday listing for full description. 8 p.m. $12–16. 706-542-4247, uga theatre.com/comedyoferrors

Saturday 19 ART: Gallery Talk and Basket Weaving Workshop (Lyndon House Arts Center) Begin with a walkthrough of the exhibition “The Ties That Bind” featuring works by Tamika Galanis and Anina Major. Then participate in a hands-on sweet grass basket-weaving workshop with Jery Bennett Taylor. 11 a.m.–3 p.m. FREE! wwwaccgov. com/lyndonhouse 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 ART: Closing Reception: “Passers- By” (Tif Sigfrids) Brooklyn-based artist Austin Eddy’s exhibition “Passers-By” will be celebrated by a book release featuring works from the show. 4–6 p.m. FREE! www. tifsigfrids.com 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: World Toilet Day Tour (Cedar Creek Water Reclamation Facility) Celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Cedar Creek Water Reclamation Facility with cake and an outdoor walking tour. 10–11:30 a.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/ waterreclamation EVENTS: R.Wood Studio Harvest Market and Sale (R. Wood Studio) Shop for Thanksgiving from discounted fall pottery, handcrafted wooden spoons, wood fired vases, linen aprons, coffee, tea and more. There will be a small farmer’s market with locally-grown squash and decorative gourds. 10 a.m.–4 p.m. www.rwoodstudio.com 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 KIDSTUFF: Saturday Crafterday (Treehouse Kid & Craft) Kick off the weekend with crafts inspired by the seasons and holidays. Every Saturday, sign up by 6 p.m. on Friday. Ages 3–6, 10–10:50 a.m. Ages 6 & up, 11 a.m.–12 p.m. $15. www. treehousekidandcraft.com KIDSTUFF: Letters to Santa (Oconee County Library) Little ones can drop in to write their letters to Santa and enjoy a movie and snack. All ages welcome. 2–4 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee KIDSTUFF: Meet Creator of Pete the Cat (Barnes & Noble) James Dean, creator of Pete the Cat, will talk about Pete, give a drawing demonstration and sign books. 3–4 p.m. FREE! ww.bn.com LECTURES & LIT: The Spirits of this Place Speak Cherokee (Oconee County Library) Lianna Costantino will give a history of the Cherokee, talk about Cherokee culture, and what we can do to help support the Cherokee people and culture. She is the current director of the Tribal Alliance Against Frauds (TAAF) and intertribal anti-fraud task force. 10 a.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/oconee 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 PERFORMANCE: Classic City Wrestling (40 Watt Club) Athens-based professionals Classic City Wrestling presents a night of high flying, power slamming independent wrestling, with a side of live rock and roll from Classic City Jukebox. Ages 18 & up. 7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $10–20. www.40watt.com SPORTS: Watch Party: UGA vs. Kentucky (Athentic Brewing Co.) Cheer on the defending National Champs, the Georgia Bulldogs, as they take on Kentucky, and enjoy some game day food by LaPA on Wheels. 3–7 p.m. FREE! www. athenticbrewing.com THEATER: Comedy of Errors (UGA Fine Arts Theatre) See Wednesday listing for full description. 8 p.m. $12–16. 706-542-4247, uga theatre.com/comedyoferrors

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: 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 EVENTS: Bulldog Vintage Market (The Classic Center) Shop vintage items at various vendors. 12–5 p.m. www.classiccenter.com FILM: Athens Jewish Film Festival’s Special Holiday Event (Athens Academy) Enjoy an afternoon of music, food and films celebrating the Jewish community. This year’s film is Farwell Mr. Haffmann. Musical performance by Mary & the Hot Hotty-Hots with food provided by Mama’s Boy. 12–4:30 p.m. $20. www.athensjff.org FILM: Thanksgiving Movie (Oconee County Library) Enjoy a fall favorite to get in the Thanksgiving spirit. All ages welcome. 3 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 PERFORMANCE: Boybutante Fall Drag Brunch (Hendershot’s) Enjoy a relaxing Sunday brunch and cheer on some Boybutante queens and kings. Ticket price includes breakfast buffet and non-alcoholic beverage. 11 a.m. & 1:30 p.m. $25. www.facebook.com/boybutante 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: Comedy of Errors (UGA Fine Arts Theatre) See Wednesday listing for full description. 8 p.m. $12–16. 706-542-4247, uga theatre.com/comedyoferrors

Monday 21 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 GAMES: TableTop Workshop: Adventuring (Athentic Brewing Co.) Learn the basics of Dungeons & Dragons and other tabletop games with special guest Bill Kemper. Recommended to bring dice, a small notebook or existing character sheet (if you have one). 7–9 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com GAMES: Trivia with Marissa (Flicker Theatre & Bar) Come test your general knowledge trivia. 8 p.m. www.flickertheatreandbar.com KIDSTUFF: Storytime with Noah (Treehouse Kid & Craft) Local storyteller Noah shares tales friendly for all ages. 11 a.m. FREE! www. treehousekidandcraft.com LECTURES & LIT: Rebecca Nagle Guest Speaker (221 Leconte

Hall) Rebecca Nagle is an award- winning journalist and Cherokee Nation citizen discussing her podcast, research and current issues concerning SCOTUS and tribal sovereignty. 4:30 p.m. FREE! www. inas.uga.edu LECTURES & LIT: Third Monday Book Club (Oconee County Library) This month the book club is reading Alison Bechdel’s Fun Home: A Family Tragicomic. Limited copies available at the front desk. Meets the third Monday of the month, and new members are always welcome. 7 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary. org/oconee

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FILM | THURS, NOV. 17

Jay Bolotin

Ciné • 7:30 p.m. • FREE!

Jay Bolotin will host a free event showcasing his film and music as part of UGA’s 2022 Spotlight on the Arts Festival. Bolotin is a filmmaker, animator, sculpture artist and musician whose work has spanned a remarkably long

ART | TUES, NOV. 22

Jack Burk Artist Reception

Tuesday 22 ART: Reception: Art Exhibit for Jack Burk (Heirloom Café) View Jack Burk‘s selection of drawings in pen, pencil and pastel. 5:30–6:30 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ heirloomathens 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: Rabbit Box Storytelling: Last Call (VFW (Post 2872)) This month’s storytelling theme is “Last Call” with stories ranging from situations that occurred at the last call in a club to the last call to someone important. 7–9 p.m. $8 (adv.), $10. www.rabbitbox.org 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 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 23 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 FILM: Wednesday Cozy Movie Night (Athentic Brewing Co.) Bring a blanket, your favorite snacks and cuddle up for a night of feel-good cinema classics. 7–9 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com 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

Down the Line 11/24 Thanksgiving Day Yoga (Revolution Therapy and Yoga) 11/26 Oconee Farmers Market (Oconee County Courthouse) 11/26 Saturday Crafterday (Treehouse Kid & Craft) 11/26 West Broad Farmers Market (West Broad Farmers Market and Garden) f

in line with Mallis’ surreal body of work, often blending the lines between reality and fiction. More than anything, the song is a study in context, a context which will not be apparent until one either listens to the song or purchases one of Mallis’ expertly designed, fully ceramic coffee mugs promoting the new single. Mallis will debut the new song online beginning Nov. 15, with a release show to follow at Flicker on Nov. 19. Columbia punk band Flippants and locals Telemarket will open. [PB]

Heirloom Cafe • 5:30 p.m. • FREE!

Jay Bolotin

career. Bolotin began recording folk music in the 1970s, enjoying modest success. His work was championed by the likes of Kris Kristofferson and Merle Haggard. But no examination of Bolotin’s storied career would be complete without mentioning his filmmaking. Bolotin will present segments of his in-progress motion picture The Book of Only Enoch, featuring the voice of actor Brad Dourif (who voices Chucky and also played Piter De Vries in David Lynch’s 1984 Dune adaptation). He will also present segments of his theater piece The Darktown Sermons, a combination of sculptural animation and live song featuring the voice of Will Oldham (Bonnie “Prince” Billy). Bolotin will also engage in conversation about his work with Nicholas Allen, director of the Willson Center for Humanities and Arts. [Patrick Barry]

Heirloom Cafe has been providing a home for the rich ink and pastel works of Jack Burk since the beginning of November, but it is now celebrating with an artist reception. Visitors will get a chance to meet with the Iowa native and discuss his expressive natural scenes. Jack Burk retired with his wife to Athens after 42 years teaching art in public schools and a private Native American school. Since moving, Burk has become an active member of the local arts community, as both a member of the Athens Area Plein Air Artists and the Oconee Cultural Arts Foundation. Burk has also been expanding his proficiency in new mediums, such as collage and colored pencil. Burk’s work will be on display at Heirloom until Dec. 13, so there is plenty of time to catch a glimpse of the vibrant worlds of Jack Burk. As a reminder, Heirloom intends to close permanently on Dec. 18 after 12 years as a popular neighborhood spot. [PB] COURTESY OF FACEBOOK

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EVENT | FRI, NOV. 18

Daily Groceries Co-op’s Birthday Bash Historic Athens • 5:30 p.m. • FREE!

Daily Groceries Co-op is celebrating 30 years as part of the Athens community with acoustic performances by Hamlin Jackson and Kiran Fernandes as well as tasty new and old favorite refreshments courtesy of Daily. Over the years, the co-op has grown from a small general store to a community resource for healthy food that is owned by its customers. Daily Groceries opened its doors in 1992 after the closure of Bell’s Grocery Store, which had been serving the downtown area. After expanding and moving locations along Prince Avenue, it merged with Daily Groceries Co-op in 2000 but did not officially adopt patronage ownership until 2012. In January of this year, Daily posted on Instagram and shared with the Red & Black that it was struggling to stay open due to the pandemic and factors like inflation, increased rent and a general lack of community awareness. Although sales have picked up, keeping Daily open for another 30 years will require more community involvement, which defines the very nature of the business. [Sam Lipkin] MUSIC | SAT, NOV. 19

Nicholas Mallis’ Release Show Flicker Theatre & Bar • 8 p.m. • $10

Ex-Florida resident Nicholas Mallis is returning, albeit begrudgingly, to the Sunshine State in his new song “Goin’ Back to Florida.” The synth pop anthem, which Mallis claims was commissioned by the Florida Chamber of Travel and Leisure, is rocking, sardonic and perfectly

EVENT | TUES, NOV. 22

Rabbit Box Storytelling: ‘Last Call’ VFW Post 2872 • 7 p.m. • $8 (Venmo), $10 (cash)

For 10 years, Rabbit Box Storytelling has been bringing the Athens community together through the power of a good story. Since its inception, Rabbit Box has been putting on monthly storytelling events, where adults can submit their true, personal stories for consideration, usually in keeping with an established theme, and then tell the stories live on stage. This month’s theme is “Last Call,” an evocative phrase that signals the end of things, or the courage to take a leap of faith. The emcee for this month’s show is Heidi Hensley, a musician, artist and member of the Athens-Clarke County School Board. The storytellers for the show are Penny Noah, Tanya Hudson, Robert Tucker, Dave Durden, Lisa Conner, Kris Schultz and Matthew Epperson. [PB] f

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bulletin board Deadline for getting listed in Bulletin Board is every THURSDAY at 5 p.m. for the print issue that comes out the following Wednesday. Online listings are updated daily. Email calendar@flagpole.com.

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. athenscreatives@gmail.com, 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-Studio- Membership 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 ART CLASSES (K.A. Artist Shop) “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 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

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.) “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. DONDEROS’ KITCHEN (590 N. Milledge Ave.) Susan Pelham’s collages are inspired by Magic Realism, Surrealism, nursery rhymes and folk tales. Through December. FLICKER THEATRE & BAR (263 W. Washington St.) Artwork by Mark Dalling. Through November.

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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 DANCE IMPROV (work.shop) No experience necessary. Vaccines and boosters required. Sundays, 11 a.m.–12 p.m. Donations accepted. lisa yaconelli@gmail.com 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.healingarts centre.net PAINTING CLASSES (Private Studio on Athens Eastside) One-on-one or small group adult classes are offered in acrylic and watercolor painting. Choose day workshops, ongoing weekly classes or feedback sessions. laurenadamsartist@ icloud.com 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 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 SPANISH CLASSES (Athens, GA) For adults, couples and children. Learn from experts with years of professional experience. Contact for details. 706-372-4349, marinabil-

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. THE GEORGIA POTTERY COLLECTIVE (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. 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. 13. 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.) 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

bao75@gmail.com, www.marina- spain-2020.squarespace.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.live oakmartialarts.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. shelley downsyoga@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), $225 (semester pass). 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 TREEHOUSE ACTIVITIES (Treehouse Kid & Craft) “Saturday Crafterday” is held every Saturday, 10 a.m. (ages 3–6) and 11 a.m. (ages 6 and up). Register by Friday at 6 p.m. $15. “Storytime with Noah” is all-ages and held every Monday, 11 a.m. FREE! “Gift Making Marathons” will be held Dec. 19 (ages 5–7), Dec. 20 (ages 8–12), Dec. 21 (ages 5–7) and Dec. 22 (ages 8–12) from 10 a.m.–4 p.m. www. treehousekidandcraft.com TUTORING (Online) The Athens Regional Library System is now offering free, live online tutoring via tutor.com for students K-12, plus college students and adult learners. Daily, 2–9 p.m. athenslibrary.org

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 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. 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. 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.

Austin Eddy presents “Passers-by” at Tif Sigfrids through Nov. 22. A book release and closing reception will be held Nov. 19 from 4–6 p.m.

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 AL-ANON 12 STEP (Multiple Locations) Recovery for people affected by someone else’s drinking. Visit the website for a calendar of electronic meetings held throughout the week. www.ga-al-anon.org 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. 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 move-

ment 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. www.integrityof jefferson.com OVERCOMING SHAME (NBK All- Risk 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 CORNHOLE LEAGUE REGISTRATION (Southern Brewing Co.) Now registering for the seven-week winter league. Four different divisions of play are offered to accommodate all levels. League meets Wednesdays, Jan. 11–Feb. 22, 6–9 p.m. info@cornholeatl.com 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 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.classic center.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. Registration begins Nov. 5. Scholarships available. www.accgov.com/myrec WORK.SHOP (160 Winston Dr.) Open rehearsal and performance space for theater, comedy, dance, classes and events. $10/hour. lisayaconelli@gmail.com, www. workshopathens.com f

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Your Finances Athens Transit is FREE! Save money on gas, car upkeep & insurance.

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