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Bloodkin and Friends, the former being inducted into the Athens Music Walk of Fame this past summer, will perform at the 40 Watt Club Friday, Dec. 9. For more information, visit 40watt.com.

This Modern World . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 NEWS: City Dope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

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Prince Avenue Pilot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Threats & Promises . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Book-Giving Recommendations CALENDAR: Calendar Picks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Historic Athens Holiday Gala

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Event Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Classifieds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

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From Georgia Square to Town Square ANOTHER PLAN TO REDEVELOP THE MALL, AND MORE LOCAL NEWS

By Blake Aued and Shelby Israel news@flagpole.com A new and improved plan to redevelop Georgia Square Mall, as well as two more apartment developments near downtown, will go before the Athens-Clarke County Planning Commission this week.

The plan to demolish most of the dying mall and replace it with a new town center-style mixed-use development addresses some criticisms of the previous plan by adding more greenspace, trees and bike/ pedestrian infrastructure. It also includes a transit center on Atlanta Highway, where county officials eventually plan to add routes and provide more frequent service. About 1,000 trees would be planted, providing a 40% shade coverage, whereas the 74-acre property is currently covered almost entirely by asphalt. Paved surfaces would be reduced by 19 acres, according to the developers.

Landscape architect Scott Haines of Athens firm W&A Engineering described the new development as a regional destination during a town-hall meeting at the mall last month that was attended by more than 100 people. Traditional malls are dying because people increasingly do their shopping online, he said.

“You have to be more than stores,” Haines said. “You have to be a place where people want to go, have an experience, spend time with their families, have other amenities.”

If approved, the project will be built in phases. Current tenants would be relocated to the central part of the mall around the atrium, which would be retained, along with Belk, the last remaining anchor store after Sears, Macy’s and JCPenney all closed. The two wings would be demolished, as would the long-vacant former movie theater. A linear park would run down the center of the property, with office, retail and apartment buildings toward the front and townhouses in the back, surrounded by a two-lane ring road with a multi-use path.

All in all, the new development would include almost 1,200 housing units with a total of over 2,000 bedrooms, along with nearly 300,000 square feet of commercial space and 80,000 square feet of office space.

For comparison, the existing 42-year-old mall is about 500,000 square feet. Ninetynine of the apartments (10%) will be set aside as affordable and leased at below-market rates, in exchange for a 15% density bonus under the county’s inclusionary zoning law. A new building where the theater is now would be housing specifically for seniors 55 and up.

Many questions at the town hall meeting, organized by Commissioner Jesse Houle, related to keeping people out of a private lake in a neighborhood behind the mall. It will be protected by a stormwater drainage pond, and possibly a fence or a wall if necessary, said Jon Williams, president of W&A Engineering.

Another development, dubbed Finley & Pope, is proposed for four parcels on West Broad Street between, as the name would suggest, Finley and Pope streets. Aimed at graduate students, faculty members

and young professionals, according to its ACC Planning Department application, it would include 235 mostly two-bedroom apartments, and ground-floor space for restaurants and boutiques. In addition, the developer has offered to expand and improve Reese and Pope Park—which would remain public but be privately maintained—at no cost to taxpayers, adding a memorial to the original State Botanical Garden that once graced the site, walking paths, a pavilion, public restrooms and space for a stage or food trucks.

requests, later whittled down to $14 million. Other applications were submitted by the developers of a “cottage court” subdivision at 1165 Oglethorpe Ave. near Forest Heights, the East Athens Development Corp., Athens Recovery Center and Hopeful Inspiration, a group that wanted to make a documentary about repairing homes in Forest Heights. [BA]

UGA Council Won’t Oppose Tenure Changes A group of University of Georgia University Council faculty and staff members voted last week against a petition seeking to reverse controversial changes to the university system’s post-tenure review policy in a Wednesday meeting.

The petition, which was signed by over 50 faculty members across UGA, sought to reverse the council’s Sept. 28 decision

A rendering of the proposed Finley & Pope development, as seen from Reese Street.

A third proposal seeks to demolish and rebuild River Mill, a 1970s student housing complex in Carr’s Hill just east of campus and north of Oconee Hill Cemetery. All three requests are scheduled to go before the planning commission on Thursday, Dec. 8, then on to the Mayor and Commission at a later date. [Blake Aued]

to comply with the University System of Georgia’s revisions to the post-tenure review policy, which allows a USG institution to “at any time remove any faculty member or other employee of an institution for cause.” The motion to oppose the

changes in effect at UGA was rejected in a 36-125 vote at a University Council meeting Nov. 30.

The post-tenure review policy was adopted by the Board of Regents in October 2021. After it passed, the American Association of University Professors (AAUP) published a statement calling the decision a “flagrant violation of principles on academic freedom and tenure.”

“The new USG policy effectively abolishes tenure in Georgia’s public colleges and universities by allowing a system institution to dismiss a tenured professor for failing to remediate deficiencies identified through post-tenure evaluation without affording a hearing before a faculty body in which the administration demonstrates cause for dismissal,” according to the statement. “Without this academic due process, tenure does not exist.”

The AAUP subsequently censured the USG for the decision. The motion from the University Council meeting stated that the council would commit to reversing the changes to the policy, and as a result would enable the AAUP to revoke the censure.

UGA mathematics professor Joseph Fu presented the motion at the meeting.

“Last point I want to make is that it will be argued here that UGA policies instituted in response to the BOR are sufficient to replace what will be lost,” Fu said. “I want to simply point out that what we’ve lost is a fundamental principle which cannot be replaced.”

Other voting members in attendance expressed their disapproval of the motion, saying that the revisions to the policy still leave adequate due process in post-tenure review.

“The procedures in place for dismissal after post-tenure review are due process and then some,” said David Shipley, a professor in the UGA School of Law. “It is a remarkably detailed procedural protections for the faculty member. The burden is not on the faculty member, but on the institution, to justify the evaluation of that faculty member after going through a remarkably detailed process year in, year out, for post-tenure review, and I think to say this is dismissal without cause is just plain wrong.”

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ACC Distributes Housing Funds The ACC Commission will vote Dec. 13 on distributing $5.1 million in federal funds to local affordable housing nonprofits.

The funding comes from the 2021 American Rescue Plan Act. ACC received $60 million through the act and set aside $11 million for affordable housing. The rest has already been allocated to the North Downtown Project, the redevelopment of Bethel Midtown Village in partnership with the Athens Housing Authority.

A citizen committee and county Housing and Community Development Department staff recommended four projects for funding: $1.5 million to Athens Area Habitat for Humanity for Micah’s Creek, an affordable housing development for families with students at Gaines Elementary School; $2.75 million for the Athens Land Trust to build 15 affordable houses on Ruth Street, Dublin Street and Hawthorne Extension; $415,000 for an ALT home repair program; and $415,000 for an Athens Community Council on Aging home repair program.

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one commenter. “I would always worry about getting hit or doored by a parked car. Basically I would almost never ride on Prince. Now I ride almost every day.”

Another wrote: “It has always felt like a free-for-all crazy zone.

Never felt safe there crossing the street, sitting outside at The Grit or even at Hendershot’s. The pilot layout seems to have created a buffer zone between sidewalk and the traffic, which makes me more comfortable walking. More comfortable as a driver now, there, as well.”

Others favored the view from behind a windshield. “This isn’t some quaint little New England street,” one person wrote. “It’s a major thoroughfare servicing downtown Athens.” Another concluded that, “Athens is not Amsterdam, Netherlands.”

One like-minded commenter wrote that the person who came up with the idea should be demoted to custodian. “Traffic is horrible,” they wrote. “Why would anyone make one of the busiest streets in Athens one lane?”

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ove it or hate it, you probably have an opinion on what Athens-Clarke County has done to Prince Avenue.

The 60-day pilot project temporarily adding a center turn lane and protected bike lanes to the locally owned stretch of Prince between Milledge Avenue and Pulaski Street in place of two car lanes is coming to an end, and the ACC Commission is scheduled to vote Tuesday, Dec. 13 on whether to make the changes permanent.

The ACC government received mixed reviews among the 1,300 public comments on the project. It was popular among those who bike and walk along the corridor but, predictably, less so among drivers, even though traffic data collected during the project showed that it didn’t cause long delays.

In summarizing the public comments, consultants and county officials told commissioners in a Dec. 6 work session presentation that respondents perceived traffic as calmer, which some considered a positive and some a negative, mainly due to disagreement over whether Prince is a neighborhood street or a highway intended to bring motorists downtown.

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Asked to rate the project from 0–5, with 0 being “makes the neighborhood much worse” and 5 being “makes the neighborhood much better,” 15% of respondents rated it a 0, about 25% rated it a 1, and about 35% rated it a 5.

The percentage of people who thought Prince was a safe place to drive before the pilot project fell from about 75% to 40% after the project. But only about 25% thought it was safe to bike before, compared to 55% after. Those who felt it was safe to walk fell slightly but stayed around 50%.

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The way people traveled on Prince made a difference in their responses. Those who walk felt the pilot made it safer for pedestrians, compared to those who didn’t walk.

The difference was even more stark between cyclists and non-cyclists: Almost 90% of respondents who’d actually biked the street felt the pilot project made it safer. The

project also became more popular as users got used to it, with more rating it as safer during the last three weeks than the first three weeks.

Traffic data collected before and during the pilot project showed that drivers’ concerns were largely unfounded. Morning commute times actually fell slightly, while the project delayed drivers for less than 30 seconds during lunchtime and afternoon peaks. The data showed a slight decrease in speeds along most of the corridor and only a slight increase in cut-through traffic on surrounding side streets.

“One of the things that stood out to me is that [the] level of service remains largely unaffected or improved at certain points,” Shirelle Hallum, ACC’s newly hired Vision Zero safety specialist charged with reducing deadly crashes, said at a meeting of the transportation advisory committee Athens in Motion last week.

“On average, there was really no impact on how quickly cars were able to move through that section of the corridor.”

Some specific concerns included gameday traffic, the sharpness of the turn from Pulaski onto Prince and difficulty getting out of the 100 Prince development in a car.

Commenters also asked for a left-turn signal onto Milledge and for the bike lanes to extend further west. However, that’s up to the Georgia Department of Transportation, which owns Prince (aka Highway 129) west of Milledge. f

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By Ed Tant news@flagpole.com FDR’s 1936 Election and the Triumph of the Liberal Ideal, revisits a time when Americans mired in the Great Depression reelected the man who promised to bring them out of it.

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December is here, and the holidays are near. Reading can be a restful respite from tension any time, and books are thoughtful gifts to give or receive during the holidays.

Here are some books that I recommend for your reading and gift-giving pleasure.

Chasing History: A Kid in the Newsroom by Washington Post reporter Carl Bernstein is an appealing new memoir by the journalist who, alongside colleague Bob Woodward, broke the story of the Watergate scandal that toppled the presidency of Richard Nixon. In Chasing History, Bernstein doesn’t mention Watergate. Instead he takes readers back to his days as a teenaged copyboy at The Washington Star. Bernstein writes that he was hooked on the “glorious chaos” and “purposeful commotion” of the newsroom. The self-described “kid in the newsroom” did indeed chase history as a young rookie reporter who covered such early-1960s stories as the civil rights movement, the space race, the Supreme Court and the funeral of the assassinated president John F. Kennedy. News junkies and history buffs will enjoy Bernstein’s latest book.

Closer to home, Atlanta writer Celestine Sibley is remembered fondly as a longtime columnist for the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, where her writings were published for more than 55 years until her death in 1999. The Celestine Sibley Sampler is a compendium of Sibley’s writings, along with photographs and written tributes to the journalist, edited by Sibley’s granddaughter, Sibley Fleming.

The late, beloved Athens author Terry Kay contributed a touching and self-effacing tribute to Sibley for this anthology.

Jack Nelson was a young reporter who exposed crime and corruption here in Athens and in other Georgia cities during his years as an Atlanta newspaperman. His Scoop: The Evolution of a Southern Reporter is the memoir of a journalist who, along with Atlanta Journal-Constitution colleagues like Sibley and charismatic editor/publisher Ralph McGill, added passion and conscience to the paper. Nelson won a Pulitzer Prize in 1960 and covered the civil rights movement in its early years. In these times of moribund newspapers with dwindling readership, Scoop is a reminder of why we need watchful print media now more than ever.

News is history as it happens, and the best historians write with the immediacy of news reporters. Historian David Pietrusza brings the past to life with his readable and relevant works that take readers inside the machinations of those who make history.

His latest book, Roosevelt Sweeps Nation:

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Another historian who writes with a screenwriter’s touch is Candace Millard.

Her book Destiny of the Republic: A Tale of Madness, Medicine and the Murder of a President tells the story of the life and tragic death of James Garfield—a young, dynamic president shot by an assassin in 1881, early in his first term. For two months the president fought for his life against a bullet wound and the incessant probing of his doctors, which hastened his demise. His death was mourned by millions, and church bells pealed across this nation as the chief executive was laid to rest, but today more Americans know about Garfield the cat than Garfield the president. Readers of Destiny of the Republic will discover an American hero whose senseless murder was a national tragedy.

During the holidays or during any time, books show us the connection between our lives today and our history yesterday. As astronomer Carl Sagan wrote, “To read is to voyage through time.” f

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By Gordon Lamb threatsandpromises@flagpole.com MAKE YOUR OWN MUSIC: Athens multi-instrumentalist, songwriter and music instructor Julia Nyunt just released her second single of the year, and it’s named “Good Feeling.”

It straddles a super-fine line between being straight-up R&B and simply R&B-adjacent.

It’s got all the horns and swingy rhythms of early-mid 1970s soul, but also a decent smidge of self-care comfort à la Edie Brickell, although I would say Nyunt’s voice is stronger. The single released earlier this year, “Radio,” is similar in tone and vibe, but without the pronounced horn arrangement. It’s a smoother and, indeed, lovelier exhibition of Nyunt’s vocal skills, which are absolutely spot on. Find each of these on Spotify, and for more information, please see facebook.com/JuliaNyuntmusic.

it’s almost as if the past 40 years never happened. It’s a nearly perfect marriage between everything that was ever loved about A Certain Ratio and pre-1986 Public Image Ltd. Each song is so stupendously composed, arranged and performed, I can’t even be bothered to recommend specific ones. There is, however, something of an Easter egg available to careful listeners.

Knowing these dudes’ pedigrees and ages, no one will ever convince me that the horn riff in “Fresh Neg” isn’t an interpolation of the vocal melody from Genesis’ “That’s All.” Find this as quickly as you can over at gopublic.bandcamp.com.

GROWLERS SOLD AND SERVICED: Thrash monsters Beast Mode have loosed the hounds of hell and dropped a new single named “The Forge.” It’s from the group’s upcoming EP, Seventh Solstice, which is due for release Feb. 17. In a press release the band said the title track was “originally written in 2019 for a mock ‘supergroup’ project under the name ‘Ølengeist,’” which I’m assuming is a goal lost to the ether now. The new single was written specifically for this release.

The upcoming EP also features re-recordings of two songs—“Becoming the Beast” and “Blasphemy”—from the band’s 2016 album Blood Moon. Find the new single at beastmodega.bandcamp.com, and keep up with the guys via facebook. com/BeastModeGa.

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Eric Leshinsky Artist Talk Lyndon House Arts Center • 6 p.m. • FREE!

As part of the East Clayton Street Improvements Project, the historic road will be revitalized with an ambitious new project. Artist and city planner Eric Leshinsky will give a talk on his newest work, a three-dimensional, 14-piece public use installation entitled “Frequency.”

“Frequency” features multiple public amenities, such as play areas, benches and trash cans, integrated into an aesthetically pleasing and space-conscious work. Leshinsky,

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THEATER | DEC. 8–11

for the Holidays

Murder on the Orient Express

Town and Gown Players • 8 p.m., 2 p.m. (Sun) • $12–20

MATT HARDY

Based on the classic Agatha Christie novel and adapted by Ken Ludwig, Murder on the Orient Express is a riveting tale of intrigue and procedural deduction. When the Belgian detective Hercule Poirot, played

by Sean Polite, discovers a murder aboard the elegant trans-European train the Orient Express, he must find the killer before they strike again. Christie, the best-selling fiction writer of all time, rode the Orient Express many times in her travels across the globe, drawing from the experiences and people she encountered. Derek Adams is directing this enthralling adaptation of a classic, with evening showtimes at 8 p.m. on Dec. 8–10 and a 2 p.m. matinee on Dec. 11. [PB]

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MUSIC | FRI, DEC. 9

Cannibal Corpse, Dark Funeral, Immolation, Black Anvil

Six virtuosic voices. Ten Grammy Awards.

Peerless a cappella holiday music.

Take 6

Georgia Theatre • 7 p.m. • $27.50–32

The Georgia Theatre will likely collapse on Dec. 9 when four of metal’s legendary bands take the stage, with Dark Funeral, Sean Polite in Murder on the Orient Express Immolation and Black Anvil paving the way for Cannibal Corpse.

Quintessential death metal, Cannibal who serves as the chief of comprehensive Corpse often eschews from the fantasy and planning for the city of Annapolis, MD, has worked with cities across the country to cre- gothic imagery present in the genre, instead opting for egregiously graphic images and ate pieces that are functional, compliment lyrics. The graphic nature of the band’s the space and oftentimes draw attention to issues. “Frequency” is set to be installed the music has led to it being banned in multiple countries, as well as cited by former week of Dec. 5, and it will be dedicated on Republican senator Bob Dole as underminDec. 8 at 11 a.m. at College Square Plaza. ing the national character of the United [Patrick Barry] States. That’s about the highest badge of ART | THURS, DEC. 8 honor in the death metal world. [PB]

The Valton • 5–7 p.m. • FREE!

Although local clothing brand STATE the Label closed its retail shop at the beginning of the pandemic, the turn of events spurred a determined refocus on in-house production. STATE’s recent relocation to the building next door at 625 Barber St. has not only accommodated business growth by increasing the studio’s space by 1,000 square feet, but created a unique opportunity to launch a small art gallery, The Valton. The Valton will debut with an exhibition of works by its namesake, Valton Murray, a self-taught artist from Thomson, who creates vibrant depictions of childhood memories, daily activities and rural landscapes. The gallery intends to host a combination of pop-up vendors, special events and traditional art shows of works in a variety of mediums by both local and visiting artists. [Jessica Smith]

“The impeccable vocal harmony of Take 6 is a magic fairy dust that renews every song it touches.”

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EVENT | SUN, DEC. 11

Historic Athens Holiday Gala

Whitehall Mill • 6 p.m. • $80, $150 (VIP), $50 (wine-tasting)

Historic Athens presents what is possibly its grandest Winter Gala event yet.

The event, which has historically sold out quickly, is set in the historic Whitehall Mill, built in 1893. Guests will enjoy tours of 12 immaculately preserved historic homes, a curated auction, food and beverages. VIP tickets are also available, which includes rare opportunities for guided tours of the Whitehall mansion, the centerpiece of Whitehall Forest and Historic Athens. For an added $50, guests can participate in a tasting of bespoke spirits from Nelson’s Green Brier Distillery. This is an elegant event, perhaps the most elegant gala Historic Athens has put on in its 40-plus years. [PB] f

Tickets start at $25 with promo code PAC25. UGA students $10. Free parking.

Buy tickets now: pac.uga.edu or (706) 542-4400 Scan for info and tickets

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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 CALLS FOR ART (Athens, GA) The Athens Cultural Affairs Commission invites professional artists to submit public art applications for two sites on the Firefly Trail: a sculpture at the Old Winterville Road Trailhead and a functional sculpture for the rest area at the Indian Hills and Winterville Road intersection.

Application deadline Jan. 13, 5 p.m. tatiana.veneruso@accgov. com, accgoc.com/4161/Athens-​ Cultural-​Affairs-​Commission CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS (Lyndon House Arts Center) This year’s 48th Juried Exhibition will be juried by Maria Elena Ortiz, curator at The Modern in Fort Worth, TX. Submissions will be accepted via online entry form Jan. 4, 10 a.m.–Jan. 20, 5 p.m. Exhibition opens Mar. 2. www.accgov.com/lyndonhouse 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

Auditions THE VAGINA MONOLOGUES (The Cottage) Seeking women of all ages and backgrounds. Auditions held Dec, 6–7, 6:30–8:30 p.m. and Dec. 11, 2–5 p.m. (only one date required to audition). linnea@ nothgeorgiacottage.org

Classes 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

art around town ACE/FRANCISCO GALLERY (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. Closing party and holiday print sale Dec. 18, 2–5 p.m.

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.

ATHENS-​CLARKE COUNTY LIBRARY (2025 Baxter St.) “We Are All Makers” features artwork by Lyndon House Arts Center staff members Jaime Bull, Toni Carlucci, Didi Dunphy, Kathryn Refi, Ciel Rodriguez, Beth Sale, Williams Stephanos and Shannon Williams. Opening reception and panel discussion Dec. 11, 3 p.m. Through Feb. 12.

ATHENS INSTITUTE FOR CONTEMPORARY ART: ATHICA (675 Pulaski St.) The pop-up exhibition “Brief Intermission” shares works by studio art majors from the Lamar Dodd School of Art. Closing reception Dec. 9, 6–9 p.m.

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.

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.) The 2022 BFA Exit Show “Instead of Feathers” showcases works by 21 graduating students working in ceramics, painting, metalwork, photography and more. Artists include Peyton Bailey, Alexia Benavent-Rivera, Nyala Honda, Natalia Kacharava, Mat Lin, Jiwon Moon, Adeline Vondrak and more. Through Dec. 14. • “Labor of Love” is the exit show for the BFA Art Education program. Through Dec. 14.

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.

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

Through December.

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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 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 IMPROV COMEDY: LEVEL 1 (work. shop) Practice fundamental skills such as saying “Yes, and…,” creating interesting scenes and cultivating spontaneity. Tuesdays, Jan. 10–Feb. 14, 6–8 p.m. $150. www. flyingsquidcomedy.com/classes KUNDALINI YOGA (Let It Be Yoga Studio, Watkinsville) Held Mondays, 5–6:30 p.m. $11 suggested donation. harsimran@innergies yoga.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, marinabilbao75@gmail.com, www.marina-​ spain-​2020.squarespace.com TRADITIONAL MARTIAL ARTS CLASSES (Live Oak Martial Arts) Traditional and modern-​style Taekwondo, self-​defense, grappling

Nate Malcolm. Through December.

GEORGIA MUSEUM OF ART (90 Carlton St.) “Infinity on the Horizon” highlights modern and contemporary works that expand common understandings of landscapes. Through Dec. 31. • “Reckonings and Reconstructions: Southern Photography from The Do Good Fund.” Through Jan. 8. • “Allison Janae Hamilton: Between Life and Landscape.” Through Feb. 5. • “Kristin Leachman: Longleaf Lines” focuses on close-up views of the patterns and biology of the longleaf pine and its ecosystem. Through Feb. 5. • On view in the Jane and Harry Willson Sculpture Garden, “Jane Manus: Undaunted” includes five large abstract works. Through Feb. 12. • “In Dialogue: Henry Ossawa Tanner, Mentor and Muse.” Through June 18. • “Decade of Tradition: Highlights from the Larry D. and Brenda A. Thompson Collection.” Through July 3.

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

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

Through Dec. 13.

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 biennial Clarke County School District student art exhibition “RE-” features works by students in Kindergarten through 12th grade in all media. Through Jan. 14. • Collections from Our Community presents “Nancy Songster’s Tiny Houses,” a collection of festively decorated miniature interiors. Collector’s Talk Dec. 6, 6 p.m. 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. 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.

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 YOGA CO-​OP ATHENS (555 Research Dr.) Founded by McKay Crowley, this is a new and accessible yoga space offering a variety of classes. Instructor Maggie Scruggs will offer $12 drop-​in classes through the end of the year. maggie scruggs.com/takeaclass 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

Help Out HOLIDAY GALA (Whitehall Mill) Historic Athens is seeking volunteers for its annual winter event on Dec. 11. Volunteers will be fed and have a one-​hour break to enjoy the gala during their shift. michelle@historicathens.com, bit.ly/whitehallhelp

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, 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, 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) 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. www.athenslibrary.org

Currently on view through Mar. 4.

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

OCONEE COUNTY LIBRARY (1080 Experiment Station Rd.) The Athens Plein Air Artists present “Out and About,” a collection of works inspired by nature.

Reception Jan. 8, 2–4 p.m. Currently on view through Jan. 23.

OCONEE CULTURAL ARTS FOUNDATION (34 School St., Watkinsville) The OCAF Artists Shoppe features jewelry, pottery, scarves, mittens, books, ornaments, note cards and other handmade items. Through Dec. 22.

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. TINY ATH GALLERY (174 Cleveland Ave.) Andrea Wellnitz presents unusual felted forms in “The Journey.” Open for Third Thursday on Dec. 15, 6–9 p.m. Through December.

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.

THE VALTON (625 Barber St., Suite 120) Located inside of STATE the Label, this new gallery space debuts with a solo show of works by its namesake, self-taught artist Valton Murray. Opening reception Dec. 8, 5–7 p.m.

Through January.

WINTERVILLE LIBRARY (115 Marigold Lane, Winterville) “Words About Birds, Insights About Insects” by Vicky Tavernier and Jennifer Borg consists of playful collages of found and altered objects with accompanying poems.

Through Feb. 11.

BOOK SALE (Georgia Museum of Art) Shop for new and used publications in all genres.

Dec. 6-​11. www.georgiamuseum.org 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 METAPHYSCollections from Our Community presents “Nancy Songster’s Tiny Houses,” an array of ICAL EVENTS (Margo festively decorated miniature interiors, at the Lyndon House Arts Center through Jan. 14.

Metaphysical) Monday Songster will offer a collector’s talk on Tuesday, Dec. 6 at 6 p.m.

Tarot Readings offered 1–5 p.m. ($6 per PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP card). Tuesday Tarot (First Baptist Church) This group with Davita offered 4–6 p.m. ($5 is to encourage, support and share per card). Wednesday Night Sound ACA ADULT CHILDREN OF ALCOinformation with fellow sojourners Healing with Joey held 6–7:30 p.m.

HOLICS AND DYSFUNCTIONAL who manage the challenges of ($35). Thursday Tarot with Courtney FAMILIES (Holy Cross Lutheran Parkinson’s disease or other moveis offered 12–5 p.m. ($10–45).

Church) This support group meets ment disorders. Second Friday of Friday Henna Party with Aiyanna weekly. Tuesdays, 6:30–7:30 p.m. every month, 1 p.m. gpnoblet@ ($10–75). 706-​372-​1462 annetteanelson@gmail.com bellsouth.net PAUL T. MARTIN HOSPITALITY AL-​ANON 12 STEP (Multiple LocaPROJECT SAFE (Family Protection EDUCATION FUND (Athens, tions) Recovery for people affected Center) Project Safe hosts a support GA) The Classic Center Cultural by someone else’s drinking. Visit group for survivors of domestic vioFoundation provides $25,000 from the website for a calendar of eleclence. Mondays, 6:30–8 p.m. www. the education fund to individuals tronic meetings held throughout the project-​safe.org interested in pursuing careers in week. www.ga-​al-​anon.org RECOVERY DHARMA (Recovery hospitality, event, music or sports ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS (AthDharma) This peer-​led support management. Students enrolled ens, GA) If you think you have a group offers a Buddhist-​inspired in hospitality industry programs problem with alcohol, call the AA path to recovery from any addiction. at UGA, Athens Tech and Athens hotline or visit the website for a Visit the website for details. ThursCommunity Career Academy are schedule of meetings in Barrow, days, 7 p.m. FREE! www.athens encouraged to apply. Deadline Feb. Clarke, Jackson and Oconee recoverydharma.org 17. foundation@classiccenter.

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SEX ADDICTS ANONYMOUS com, www.classiccenter.com/ athensaa.org (Athens, GA) Athens Downtown scholarships ATHENS COUNCIL OF THE BLIND SAA offers a message of hope to RABBIT BOX (VFW Post 2872) Seek(Athens, GA) Open to people of all anyone who suffers from a compuling storytellers to share seven-​minages with vision impairments, their sive sexual behavior. Contact for ute true tales. Upcoming themes families and friends. Topics include location. www.athensdowntownsaa. include “Ready or Not” in January, adaptive equipment, recreational com “Duets” (two presenters at a time) and social opportunities, and advoSUPPORT GROUPS (Integrity Counin February, “Mystifying” in March, cacy. 706-​424-​2794, dlwahlers@ seling & Personal Development) “Awkward!” in April and “Gone gmail.com ICPD offers several support groups. but not Forgotten” in May. Email FAMILY CAREGIVER SUPPORT “LGBTQIA+ Young Adults Group” to participate. rabbitboxstories@ GROUP (ACC Library, Classroom is offered for ages 18–30. Email for gmail.com A) Alzheimer’s Association Georgia dates. “Survivors of Suicide Loss RABBIT HOLE EVENTS (Rabbit Hole presents a support group conducted Group” is offered the first WednesStudios) Monday Song Circle, by trained facilitators that is a safe day of every month, 7–8 p.m.

Tuesday Open Mic and Thursday place for those living with dementia Register by emailing avipperman@ Song Circle are all held 7–10 p.m. and their caregiver to develop a gmail.com. “Veterans, Dependents Other events include free Seventh support system. First Wednesday & Caregivers Benefits Resource & Generation Native American Church of every month, 6–7:30 p.m. 706-​ Claim Assistance Group” is offered services (Sundays, 11 a.m.), 206-​6163, www.alz.org/georgia the first Saturday of every month, Athens Blockchain Society meetLGBTQIA+ VIRTUAL ALPHABET 9–10 a.m. “How to Talk About ings (Wednesdays, 2 p.m.), yoga FAMILY GATHERING (Online) Bullying Workshop for Parents & (Wednesdays, 5 p.m.), meditation This is a safe space for anyone on Children” is held Jan. 7, 10:30 (Wednesdays, 6 p.m.) and Athens the LGBTQIA+/TGQNB spectrum. a.m.–11:30 a.m. $10. “Self-​Care Area Pagan meetings (Wednesdays, Fourth Sunday of every month, Workshop” is held Dec. 8 and Jan. 8 p.m.) Events are free or donation 6–8 p.m. uuathensga.org/justice/ 5, 7–8 p.m. $10. lbennett.icpd@ based. www.rabbitholestudios.org/ welcoming-​congregation gmail.com, www.integrityofjeffercalendar MENTAL HEALTH PEER RECOVson.com WINTER REGISTRATION (Athens, ERY GROUP (Nuçi’s Space) GA) The Athens-​Clarke County Participants support each other Leisure Services Department offers through life’s challenges by sharing a variety of activities highlighting from their skills, experiences and the arts, environmental science, ATHENS BEER TRAIL TROLLEY proven coping mechanisms. Newrecreation, sports and holiday TOURS (Athens, GA) A new trolly comers welcome. First Tuesday of events for adults and children. Now tour will provide transportation the month, 4–6 p.m. pr@nuci.org, registering. Scholarships available. between six local breweries: Akawww.nuci.org www.accgov.com/myrec demia, Athentic, Creature Comforts, OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS (24th WORK.SHOP (160 Winston Dr.) Southern Brewing, Terrapin Beer Street Clubhouse) Learn to stop Open rehearsal and performance and Normaltown Brewing. Tours run eating compulsively or curb other space for theater, comedy, dance, every Thursday and Friday from 3–9 unwanted food-​related behaviors. classes and events. $10/hour. p.m. www.athenstrolleytours.com/ Every Tuesday, 12 p.m. FREE! Text: lisayaconelli@gmail.com, www. beer-​trolley-​tour 678-​736-​3697 workshopathens.com f

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The Classic Center 7 p.m. $24.50–54.50. www.classic center.com BLACK VIOLIN Duo of classically-​ trained violinists fuse the world of classic and hip hop.

Flicker Theatre & Bar 8 p.m. $10. www.flickertheatreand bar.com MCQQEEN Local noise-​punk band with reverb-​soaked vocals.

RID OF ME Heavy melodic noise punk from Philadelphia.

THOUSANDAIRE Fuzzy slowcore band from Atlanta.

UGA Performing Arts Center 7:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenschoral society.com ATHENS CHORAL SOCIETY The choir presents its annual Christmas concert, titled this year “Let There Be Peace on Earth,” with the Concert Choir of the Georgia Children’s Chorus.

Wednesday 7 Athentic Brewing Co. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing. com ALMA RUSS Musician from Western North Carolina playing folk, Appalachian and Americana music.

Flicker Theatre & Bar 9 p.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreand bar.com DR. FRED’S KARAOKE Featuring pop, rock, indie and more.

Hendershot’s 7–11 p.m. www.hendershotsathens. com OPEN MIC Discover new Athens musical talent. Hosted by Lizzy Farrell.

Thursday 8 Buvez 7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (music).

$10. www.facebook.com/buvez athens FURY IN FEW Heavy alt-​rock two-​ piece from Atlanta.

BLURRY Atlanta indie rock.

WAY PAST COOL New local band that plays fast, catchy, melodic sing-​a-​long pop-​punk anthems with a classic ’90s vibe.

Georgia Theatre 9 p.m. (doors). $20–25. www.georgiatheatre.com PERREO 404 Hydrate and hit the dance floor.

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

The World Famous 9 p.m. www.facebook.com/the worldfamousathens ADVANCE BASE Synth-​pop project of Chicago singer-​songwriter Owen Ashworth (Casiotone for the Painfully Alone).

MJ LENDERMAN Asheville, NC singer-​songwriter who is also a member of Wednesday.

PENNY PINTIP Savannah artist.

Friday 9 40 Watt Club 8 p.m. (doors). $20. www.40watt. com BLOODKIN AND FRIENDS Long-​ running Athens band playing a bluesy style of roots-​rock with big guitars and sharply written lyrics.

Athentic Brewing Co. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing. com SARAH MOOTZ Indie pop-​rock artist with a lot of soul.

Creature Comforts Brewery 7–10 p.m. www.creaturecomforts beer.com DJ NATE Local DJ spins a patchwork of ’50s/’60s soul/R&B, garage rock, psychedelic and more.

Flicker Theatre & Bar 8 p.m. $10. www.flickertheatreand bar.com

SMALL TALK No info available.

EAGLE SCOUT Local power pop band with catchy, jangly riffs.

THE ECHOLOCATIONS Vibrant retro pop band.

Georgia Theatre 7 p.m. $27.50–32. www.georgia theatre.com CANNIBAL CORPSE Thirty-​year death metal veterans touring behind their 14th full-​length album, Red Before Black.

DARK FUNERAL Black metal band from Stockholm, Sweden founded in 1993.

IMMOLATION New York death metal band formed in 1988.

BLACK ANVIL NYC black metal band with thrash undertones.

Terrapin Beer Co. 5–7 p.m. www.terrapinbeer.com JIM COOK Local solo performer playing high-​energy acoustic blues, classic rock and Americana.

VFW (Post 2872) 8–11 p.m. $10. normaltownduke@ gmail.com RAMBLIN’ COUNTRY BAND Georgia-​based traditional country band.

Saturday 10 40 Watt Club 7 p.m. (doors). $10 (adv.), $12. www.40watt.com CANNONANDTHEBOXES Indie rock project led by singer-​songwriter Cannon Rogers.

CANARY AFFAIR Indie rock band with an affinity for irregular time signatures and psychedelic grooves.

NEWPORT TRANSPLANT Dynamic honky-​tonk band straddling punk rock and sci-​fi wonder.

CLOVER COUNTY Solo singer-​ songwriter project of AG Schiano.

Athentic Brewing Co. 1st Annual Hey You Hoe-​Down.

1:30 p.m. www.athenticbrewing. com CLIMBING CEDARS New string band.

38 STRINGS Multi-​generational, acoustic folk music.

RED OAK STRING BAND This Watkinsville-​based band plays rootsy Americana tunes. (6 p.m.)

EDDIE HALFASS Local rock band.

CUSTOM CONCERN Formerly known as Desoto, this five-​piece plays country gems, indie rock anthems and originals.

The Classic Center 8 p.m. SOLD OUT! www.classic center.com ATHENS SYMPHONY CHRISTMAS CONCERT Seth Hendershot narrates “’Twas The Night Before Christmas,” followed by symphonic performances of Christmas classics.

Flicker Theatre & Bar 8 p.m. (doors). $10. www.flicker theatreandbar.com BOGBOD Raucous indie rock from Athens.

MINORCAN Self-​described “basement arena-​rock” band from Asheville, NC led by songwriter Ryan Anderson.

NEEDLE TEETH Sparkle-​punk angst pop that’s super cute and living paycheck to paycheck.

International Grill & Bar 6:30 p.m. (swing dance lesson), 7–9 p.m. (show). FREE! www.facebook.com/IGBAthensGA MARY & THE HOT HOTTY-​HOTS Led by Mary Sigalas, the band plays hot jazz and swing music from the ’10s, ’20s and ’30s for your nostalgic partying pleasure. Tonight includes a free swing dance lesson

by Athens Swing Night.

Morton Theatre 7 p.m. $20 (adv.), $25. www.mortontheatre.com THE PERFECT CHRISTMAS Harper hosts live Christmas music by the Harp’o Holiday Band, comedy, a fashion show and more.

Sunday 11 The Classic Center 3 p.m. SOLD OUT! www.classic center.com

ATHENS SYMPHONY CHRISTMAS CONCERT Seth Hendershot narrates “’Twas The Night Before Christmas,” followed by symphonic performances of Christmas classics.

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

Monday 12 The Classic Center 7:30 p.m. $25–80. www.classic center.com MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET CHRISTMAS Journey through a Christmas past, present and future with holiday hits and chart toppers

by Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Elvis Presley.

Tuesday 13 ATHICA 7 p.m. Donations encouraged. www.athica.org JOSH SINTON Brooklyn-​based woodwindist and composer who has released three new albums in the last year.

SHANE PARISH Master guitarist and fearless explorer of rhythm and timbre.

Flicker Theatre & Bar 8 p.m. (doors). $10. www.flicker theatreandbar.com BL_ANK No info available.

SAADIA RAIS Former Athenian and experimental performer and choreographer.

SMOKEFRAWG Experimental folk.

ALEXANDER No info available.

MICHAEL POTTER Local guitarist creates a blend of ambient folk and psychedelic songs and soundscapes.

Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall 7 p.m. $12. pac.uga.edu GEORGIA CHILDREN’S CHORUS The 50-​voice children’s chorus

presents “Ringing in 25 Years with Silver Bells.”

Nuçi’s Space 7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $10 suggested donation. www.nuci.org A SUPERNOVA RAINBOW OF FUN Selections from the album will be played by Tommy Jordan, Matt Lane, Clay Leverett, Jon Mills, John Neff and William Tonks in benefit for the Atticus Gift and Nuçi’s Space.

Wednesday 14 40 Watt Club 7 p.m. (doors). SOLD OUT! www.40watt.com CHRONIC TOWN David Cross hosts a tribute to the 40th anniversary of R.E.M.’s album Chronic Town with performances by Rich Robinson, Darius Rucker, Indigo Girls, John Cameron Mitchell, Fred Armisen, Kevn Kinney, Lenny Kaye, Mitch Easter, Steve Wynn, David Ryan Harris, Elf Power, Pylon Reenactment Society and more special guests. Proceeds benefit Planned Parenthood.

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.

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ART: Collectors Discussion (Lyndon House Arts Center) Nancy Songster will discuss her work and the art of collecting. Songster is also featured in a new exhibit of hand-​crafted miniature scenes on display through Jan. 14, 2023. 6 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ lyndonhousearts ART: Pet Portraits in Watercolor (K.A. Artist Shop) Local artist Lauren Adams helps attendees create an expressive watercolor painting of their beloved companion. 6–8 p.m. $75. www.kaartist.com ART: Opening Reception (Flicker Theatre & Bar) There will be a reception for a new art display by Steph Rivers and Nate Malcolm. 8 p.m. www.flickertheatreandbar.com EVENTS: Georgia Museum of Art Book Sale (Georgia Museum of Art) Shop new and used publications in all genres. If you have books you’d like to donate, call 706-​542-​4662. Dec. 6–10, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. and Dec. 11, 1–5 p.m. www.georgiamuseum.org EVENTS: No Phone Party (Hendershot’s) Disconnect to connect with a phone-​free, laptop-​free happy hour featuring drink specials, snacks, games and a record player.

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

by TJ Wayt. Tuesdays, 7 p.m. www. facebook.com/baddog athens KIDSTUFF: Stuffed Animal Sleepover (Oconee County Library) Drop off your stuffed animal from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. and pick them up the next day with a fun memory book from 10 a.m.–6 p.m. One stuffed animal per child. Dec. 6 & 7, 10 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee KIDSTUFF: Oconee County Library Storytime (Oconee County Library) Join Ms. Carley for songs, stories and crafts. For ages birth to 5 years and their caregivers.

KIDSTUFF: Growing Readers (Oconee County Library) Enjoy a read-​aloud story followed by activities such as sensory bins, crafts and play dough stations. Designed for 5–9 years. 4:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee 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, www.athenspetanque.org

Wednesday 7 ART: Artful Conversation: Marco Basaiti (Georgia Museum of Art) Callan Steinmann, curator of education, will lead an open-​ended dialogue on Marco Basaiti’s painting “Madonna and Child.” Registration required. 2 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org ART: Artist Talk: Eric Leshinsky (Lyndon House Arts Center) Eric Leshinsky will discuss his new public artwork along Clayton Street titled “Frequency.” The installation runs from Thomas Street to Lump-

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kin Street as part of the East Clayton Street Improvements Project. 6 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ LyndonHouseArts CLASSES: Salsa Dance Class (Cloud) Join SALSAthens for Cuban-​style salsa dance classes.

No partner necessary and beginners welcome. 7–8 p.m. $10. www. facebook.com/salsaathens COMEDY: Gorgeous George’s Improv League (Buvez) Come out for some home-​grown townie improv. Bring some interesting suggestions and a loose funny bone to help create some improv magic on the spot. Every Wednesday, 7 p.m. $5 suggested donation. www. flyingsquidcomedy.com EVENTS: Georgia Museum of Art Book Sale (Georgia Museum of Art) Shop new and used publications in all genres. If you have books you’d like to donate, call 706-​542-​4662. Dec. 6–10, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. and Dec. 11, 1–5 p.m. www.georgiamuseum.org EVENTS: Holiday Self Care Social (Pure Balance Athens) Take a break from the hustle and bustle of the holiday season for an evening of self care, community and treats.

Female-​owned, local businesses will be featured with a break for group breathwork and meditation.

5–7 p.m. FREE! www.purebalance athens.com FILM: Wednesday Cozy Movie Night (Athentic Brewing Co.) Bring a comfy blanket, your favorite snacks and cuddle up for a night of holiday classics. 7–9 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com GAMES: Elf Movie Trivia (B&B Theatres) Enjoy a night full of prizes and Elf-​themed fun. 7:30 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ bbathens12 KIDSTUFF: Oconee County Library Storytime (Oconee County Library) Join Ms. Carley for songs, stories and crafts. For ages birth to 5 years and their caregivers. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/ oconee KIDSTUFF: Library Crafternoon (Oconee County Library) Drop by the children’s area for crafts and plenty of fun. All materials supplied, all ages welcome. 3:30–5:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/ oconee KIDSTUFF: Prism (Oconee County Library) This group is a positive safe space for teens who share a common vision of equality to gather and build community. Hang out at the library as members play games, talk about their lives and enjoy each others’ company. Grades 6–12.

6–8 p.m. www.athenslibrary.org/ oconee KIDSTUFF: Pajama Storytime (Oconee County Library) Wear your coziest PJs and join Ms. Carley for bedtime stories and a snack.

Designed for birth to 5 years. 7 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/ oconee LECTURES & LIT: The Ancient Ways of the Cherokee (ACC Library) Mark Warren will discuss how common native plants and trees were used in “The Ancient Ways of the Cherokee and How We Can Use Them Today” with teens and adults. 6 p.m. www.athens library.org LECTURES & LIT: Word of Mouth Poetry Open Mic (The Globe)

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Athens’ longest-​running spoken word event has returned the first Wednesday of every month.

Tonight’s featured reader is Trevor Lisa. 7 p.m. FREE! www.facebook. com/athenswordofmouth MEETINGS: Little Athens Info Meeting (ACC Library) Learn more and find out how to get involved to help Little Athens bring its vision of having a children’s museum in Athens to life. 5:30–6:30 p.m. www. littleathens.org

Thursday 8 ART: Eric Leshinsky Clayton Street Dedication (Lyndon House Arts Center) “Frequency” is a three-​ dimensional, 14-​piece installation, created by artist Eric Leshinsky running from Thomas Street to Lumpkin Street as part of the East Clayton Street Improvements Project. 11 a.m. FREE! www.athens culturalaffairs.org

critic, will interview photographer Sheila Pree Bright, whose work is featured in the exhibition “Reckonings and Reconstructions: Southern Photography from the Do Good Fund.” 5:30 p.m. FREE! wwwgeorgiamuseum.org EVENTS: Pure Medicine: An Evening of Dance, Storytelling and Music (work.shop) Join Mark Yaconelli for an evening of stories from his book Between the Listening and the Telling: How Stories Can Save Us along with dancers Lisa Yaconelli, Jennifer Morlock and musician Louis Romano. Copies will be available for purchase. 7–9 p.m. $5 donation. www.facebook. com/smallboxathens GAMES: Thursday Trivia (Johnny’s New York Style Pizza) Jon Head hosts trivia every Thursday. Win pitchers and gift certificates. 7–9 p.m. www.johnnyspizza.com KIDSTUFF: Open Playtime (Oconee County Library) Little ones can join Ms. Carley for open play to help

ens Institute for Contemporary Art: ATHICA) ATHICA presents the closing reception for a self-​organized pop-​up exhibition featuring work by studio art majors from the Lamar Dodd School of Art at UGA. Mediums include ceramics, metalwork, painting and photography. 6–9 p.m.

FREE! www.athica.org EVENTS: Georgia Museum of Art Book Sale (Georgia Museum of Art) Shop new and used publications in all genres. If you have books you’d like to donate, call 706-​542-​4662. Dec. 6–10, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. and Dec. 11, 1–5 p.m. www.georgiamuseum.org EVENTS: Mini Lantern Decorating (Oconee County Library) Design your own mini lantern for the holidays. All supplies provided. Registration required. 4–5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee EVENTS: Deck the Hollow (Bear Hollow Zoo at Memorial Park) Celebrate the holidays in lights, live music, animal encounters and

Celebrate Christmas at Wire Park with a grand opening “wire-cutting” and holiday festivities on Dec. 10.

ART: Athens Holiday Market (Big City Bread Café) Browse offerings from local artists and craftspeople from around the region while enjoying some great food and live music. Dec. 8 & 9, 5–9 p.m. FREE! 706-​353-​0029, www.bigcitybread cafe.com ART: Opening Reception: Valton Murray (STATE the Label) The Valton, a new gallery space inside STATE the Label’s new studio, will open its doors for the first time with a solo show of its namesake artist, Valton Murray. On view through January. 5–7 p.m. FREE! www. statethelabel.com ART: Handle with Care Workshop (Lyndon House Arts Center) The Lyndon House’s art preparator, Kathryn Refi, presents a demonstration of basic framing, packing, storage, shipping and hanging of artwork. Nov. 10 & Dec. 8, 6–7 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/ lyndonhouse EVENTS: Georgia Museum of Art Book Sale (Georgia Museum of Art) Shop new and used publications in all genres. If you have books you’d like to donate, call 706-​542-​4662. Dec. 6–10, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. and Dec. 11, 1–5 p.m. www.georgiamuseum.org EVENTS: Modern Art Notes Podcast Live (Georgia Museum of Art) Producer and host Tyler Green, an award-​winning author, historian and

build their brains and encourage early literacy. Designed for birth to 5 years. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/oconee KIDSTUFF: Lego Club (Oconee County Library) Create and enjoy Lego art and activities. Materials provided. Ages 5–12 years and their caregivers. 3:30–5:30 p.m.

FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/ oconee LECTURES & LIT: Café au Libris (ACC Library) Mark Warren will discuss his book Song of the Horseman and his career as a naturalist and teacher of Cherokee primitive skills. Books will be available for purchase and signing. 7 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org PERFORMANCE: Next Act’s Whose Story? (Hendershot’s) UGA’s student-​run musical theater group is hosting a themed cabaret performance. 8–11 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.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, www.athenspetanque.org

Friday 9 ART: Closing Reception: Brief Intermission Pop-​Up Show (Ath-

more. 5:30–7:30 p.m. $5, 2 & under free. www.facebook.com/ BearHollowZoo EVENTS: Beechwood Holiday Market (Beechwood Shopping Center) Enjoy food trucks, Santa photos, hot air balloon rides, hot chocolate and a concert with local musician and “The Voice” finalist James David Carter. 6–9 p.m. FREE! beechwood athens.com/holiday-​market-​2022 LECTURES & LIT: Book Discussion and Signing: Between the Listening and Telling (work.shop) Rabbit Box and Avid Bookshop present author Mark Yaconelli, the author of Between the Listening and the Telling: How Stories Can Save Us, a book that champions the importance of storytelling. Copies will be available for purchase. 7–9 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ smallboxathens PERFORMANCE: The Grinch (UGA Fine Arts Theatre) The Studio Athens presents a dance performance of the holiday classic The Grinch.

Dec. 9 & 10, 7 p.m. and Dec. 10, 1 p.m. $15. www.thestudioath.com PERFORMANCE: The Nutcracker: Clara’s Christmas Dream (Oconee County Civic Center) Follow Clara into the magical land of sweets with the Alice DePass Studio of Dance. Dec. 9, 7 p.m. and Dec. 10, 5 p.m. & 7 p.m. $10. frontdesk@depassstudioofdance. com

PERFORMANCE: Athens Showgirl Cabaret Fabulous Friday (The Sound Track) Join Athens Showgirl Cabaret for a Christmas show celebrating through a fabulous night of drag entertainment. Ages 21 & up.

10 p.m. FREE! www.athensshowgirl cabaret.com

Saturday 10 ART: Holi-​LADDER-​day Market (tiny ATH gallery) This fourth annual market will make the best use of its small square footage by displaying creations vertically on ladders.

Different artists will participate each day. 9 a.m.–3 p.m. www.tinyath gallery.com ART: Marmalade Pottery Holiday Sale (Marmalade Pottery) Maria Dondero’s 14th annual sale will feature a new collection of mugs, planters, platters, pots and more, all decorated in her one-​of-​a-​kind illustrations of flowers, animals and faces. 9 a.m.–4 p.m. www.maria dondero.com ART: Woodhill Artists Market (Woodhill Retreat Center) Shop pieces by local artists like Barbara Odil, Greg Krokaw, Jenny Dervere, Peter Loose and more. Attendees can expect door prizes and refreshments. COVID precautions will be in place. Dec. 10–11, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. www.barbaraodil.com/woodhillart show2022 ART: Fused Glass Ornament/ Suncatcher Workshops (OCAF) Students can choose to make a glass ornament or suncatcher based on fall, winter or holiday designs. A fee of $10/ornament will be paid to the instructor. 1–4 p.m. $35–40/ workshop. www.ocaf.com ART: Art for Justice Saturdays (AADM Justice Center and Bookstore) Paint to soothing music and discuss local issues. Supplies provided. All skill levels welcome.

Saturdays, 3–5 p.m. Donations accepted. www.aadmovement.org CLASSES: The Business of Art (K.A. Artist Shop) In this one-​day workshop for adults led by local artist René Shoemaker, you’ll formulate a plan of action with a year’s worth of monthly goals to create the creative life you’ve always dreamed of. 10 a.m.–3 p.m. $80. hello@ka artist.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: Pineywoods Artisans Studio Open House (Pineywoods Artisans) This sale features hand-​ dyed silk and fiber art by Margaret Agner, watercolors and art quilts by Elizabeth Barton; ceramics by Alice Harris and Dale Goodhue; oil paintings and greeting cards by Dortha Jacobson; and stained glass by Marianne Parr. Dec. 10, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Dec. 11, 11 a.m.–5 p.m. 215-​ 534-​4608 EVENTS: Georgia Museum of Art Book Sale (Georgia Museum of Art) Shop new and used publications in all genres. If you have

books you’d like to donate, call 706-​542-​4662. Dec. 6–10, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. and Dec. 11, 1–5 p.m. www.georgiamuseum.org EVENTS: Michele Dross Ceramics Holiday Sale (515 King Ave.) Dross’ distinctive handmade porcelain pottery is characterized by mystical narrative drawings full of celestial women, plants, rainbows, snakes, goats and roosters. Designs intricately illustrated in deep cobalt blue will also be available. 10 a.m.–1 p.m. FREE! www.michele dross.com EVENTS: Indie South Holiday Hooray (Bishop Park) With 135 vendors spread across the field, Indie South’s 16th annual Holiday Hooray is one of the largest markets in the region and covers virtually everything handmade. Food vendors include Speakcheesy, Homie’s Tacos, Hendershot’s, Figment Fermentation and Freezecream. 10 a.m.–5 p.m. www.theindiesouth. com EVENTS: WBFM Holiday Market and Craft Fair (West Broad Farmers Market and Garden) The West Broad Farmers Market will round off its season with this Holiday Market and Craft Fair. In addition to the market’s fresh produce, seasonal baked goods and other fare from local artisans, the lineup will include a handful of crafters. Dec. 10, 11 a.m–2 p.m. FREE! www.facebook. com/westbroadmarket garden.

EVENTS: Really, Really Free Market (Reese and Pope Park) Just like a yard sale, but everything is free.

Bring what you can, take what you need. Second Saturday of every month. 12–2 p.m. reallyreallyfree marketathens@gmail.com, www. facebook.com/RRFMAthens EVENTS: Hey You! Hoe-​Down Music Festival and Art Auction (Athentic Brewing Co.) Enjoy music from Climbing Cedars, 38 Strings, Red Oak String Band, EDDie HalfAsS and Custom Concern with an art auction featuring work from Dan Smith, Marisa Leilani Mustard, Jason Thrasher, Jamie Calkin, Sarah Cook, Elise Siegmund and more.

Proceeds benefit the Carrie Fischer Siegmund Fund for Classroom Innovation. 2–8 p.m. FREE! www. athenticbrewing.com EVENTS: AADM Social Justice Awards (Flicker Theatre & Bar) Community leaders who are committed to a vision of justice, equality and civic engagement will be recognized with a complimentary dinner, guest speakers and live music. 4–6 p.m. FREE! www. flickertheatreandbar.com EVENTS: Normaltown Pottery Holiday Sale (Normaltown Pottery) This holiday sale will feature handmade, functional pottery by Juana Gnecco and Nancy Green, paintings by Greg Benson and local honey by 3 Kings Honey. Call for more information.

Dec. 10, 4–8 p.m. Dec. 11, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. FREE! 762-​728-​0575 EVENTS: 10th Annual Artists Holiday Market (Little Kings Shuffle Club) Artists will come together to benefit the local nonprofit Campus Cats/Cat Zip Alliance. In addition to live music and a silent auction, the event will offer items by Krysia Are, Songbird Soaps, Camren Gober, Lisa Freeman and more. 5–10 p.m.

FREE! www.catzip.org.

EVENTS: Christmas at Wire Park (Wire Park) Enjoy live holiday music, activities for children and food and drink offerings from Wire Park’s lineup of restaurants. There will also be a grand opening “wire-​ cutting.” 5–8:30 p.m. FREE! www. wirepark.net EVENTS: Deck the Hollow (Bear Hollow Zoo at Memorial Park)

Celebrate the holidays in lights, live music, animal encounters and more. 5:30–7:30 p.m. $5, 2 & under free. www.facebook.com/ BearHollowZoo EVENTS: Athens Santa Pub Crawl (Wonderbar) Attend several downtown bars before ending at Hendershot’s for a drag show. Proceeds will benefit Boybutante AIDS Foundation. 6–10 p.m. $15 (adv.), $20. www.boybutante.org EVENTS: The Perfect Christmas (Morton Theatre) Enjoy live music by the Harp’o Holiday Band, comedy, a fashion show and more. 7–9 p.m. $20 (adv.), $25. www.morton theatre.com KIDSTUFF: Classic Center Breakfast with Santa (The Classic Center) Little ones will have the chance to tell Santa their Christmas wishes, create holiday crafts and spread Christmas cheer. 8:30–10:30 a.m.

SOLD OUT. www.classiccenter.com KIDSTUFF: Memorial Park Breakfast with Santa (Memorial Park) Enjoy a prepared biscuit meal, crafts and meet Santa Claus himself. Registration required. 9–11 a.m. $5, $7.50 (non-​residents). www.acc.gov 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: Family Day: Festive Fun (Georgia Museum of Art) Sing along to your favorite carols, enjoy holiday treats and make a winter-​ inspired work of art. 10 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum. org KIDSTUFF: Breakfast with The Grinch (Rocksprings Park & Community Center) Enjoy a prepared biscuit meal, crafts and meet The Grinch himself. Registration required. 10–11:30 a.m. $7, $10.50 (non-​residents). www.acc.gov KIDSTUFF: Oconee County Library Storytime (Oconee County Library) Join Ms. Carley for songs, stories and crafts. For ages birth to 5 years and their caregivers. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/ oconee KIDSTUFF: Polar Express Pajama Party (Oconee County Library) Put on your coziest pajamas, drink some hot chocolate and watch this special holiday film. All ages welcome. 1 p.m. FREE! www.athens library.org/oconee KIDSTUFF: Teen Studio: Photography Workshop (Georgia Museum of Art) Visit the exhibition “Reckonings and Reconstructions,” then learn about photography by taking pictures outside with a variety of cameras. Ages 13–18. Email to reserve a spot. 1–4 p.m. FREE! gmoa-​tours@uga.edu 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: The Grinch (UGA Fine Arts Theatre) The Studio Athens presents a dance performance of the holiday classic The Grinch.

Dec. 9 & 10, 7 p.m. and Dec. 10, 1 p.m. $15. www.thestudioath.com PERFORMANCE: The Nutcracker: Clara’s Christmas Dream (Oconee County Civic Center) Follow Clara into the magical land of sweets with the Alice DePass Studio of Dance. Dec. 9, 7 p.m. and Dec. 10, 5 p.m. & 7 p.m. $10. frontdesk@depassstudioofdance. com

PERFORMANCE: Athens Showgirl Cabaret (Hendershot’s) Come out for a Drag For All: Open Drag Night show. This is an opportunity for anyone interested in hitting the stage to sign up. All ages welcome.

8 p.m. FREE! www.athensshowgirlcabaret.com

Sunday 11 ART: Woodhill Artists Market (Woodhill Retreat Center) Shop pieces by local artists like Barbara Odil, Greg Krokaw, Jenny Dervere, Peter Loose and more. Attendees can expect door prizes and refreshments. COVID precautions will be in place. Dec. 10–11, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. www.barbaraodil.com/woodhillartshow2022 ART: Opening Reception: “We Are All Makers” (ACC Library) There will be a panel discussion with Lyndon House Arts Center staff members Jaime Bull, Toni Carlucci, Didi Dunphy, Kathryn Refi, Ciel Rodriguez, Beth Sale, Williams Stephanos and Shannon Williams.

3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org ART: Sunday Spotlight Tour (Georgia Museum of Art) This drop-​in public tour features highlights of the permanent collection and is led by museum docents. 3–4 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org ART: Artist’s Way Study Group (24th Street Athens Clubhouse) Artists, musicians, writers and creatives meet to discuss the book The Artist’s Way: A Spiritual Path to Higher Creativity by Julia Cameron.

Every Sunday, 6:30 p.m. Donations welcome. beth@beththompson photography.com, www.24thstreet athens.com CLASSES: Original Art on Silk (K.A. Artist Shop) In this one-​day workshop for adults led by local artist René Shoemaker, learn how to hand-​paint with dyes on hemmed silk. Supplies provided. 10 a.m.–3 p.m. $95. hello@kaartist.com CLASSES: Cyanotype Workshop: Holiday Greeting Cards (OCAF) Enjoy an afternoon of creating one-​of-​a-​kind Cyanotype holiday greeting cards and gift tags. Attendees are invited to bring their favorite holiday cookies to share. There is a $30 material fee. 11 a.m.–2:30 p.m. $45–55. www.ocaf.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 CLASSES: Kirtan Revolution with Jasey Jones (Revolution Therapy and Yoga) Attend this complex presentation of different aspects of yoga from Hatha, to Raja and Gnana, to Bhakti. Karma yoga is also included as a donation to the space. 7–8:30 p.m. Donations accepted. www.revolutiontherapy andyoga.com COMEDY: Blaguez Open Mic Comedy (Buvez) Watch local and regional comics work out and try new jokes in a show-​up/go-​up format. Every Sunday. 6:30 p.m. (list), 7 p.m. (show). FREE! www. facebook.com/buvezathens EVENTS: Normaltown Pottery Holiday Sale (Normaltown Pottery) This holiday sale will feature handmade, functional pottery by Juana Gnecco and Nancy Green, paintings by Greg Benson and local honey by 3 Kings Honey. Call for more information. Dec. 10, 4–8 p.m. Dec. 11, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. FREE! 762-​728-​0575 EVENTS: Indie South Holiday Hooray (Bishop Park) With 135 vendors spread across the field,

Indie South’s 16th annual Holiday Hooray is one of the largest markets in the region and covers virtually everything handmade. Food vendors include Speakcheesy, Homie’s Tacos, Hendershot’s, Figment Fermentation and Freezecream. 10 a.m.–5 p.m. www.theindiesouth. com EVENTS: Pineywoods Artisans Studio Open House (Pineywoods Artisans) This sale features hand-​ dyed silk and fiber art by Margaret Agner, watercolors and art quilts by Elizabeth Barton; ceramics by Alice Harris and Dale Goodhue; oil paintings and greeting cards by Dortha Jacobson; and stained glass by Marianne Parr. Dec. 10, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Dec. 11, 11 a.m.–5 p.m. 215-​ 534-​4608 EVENTS: Georgia Museum of Art Book Sale (Georgia Museum of Art) Shop new and used publications in all genres. If you have books you’d like to donate, call 706-​542-​4662. Dec. 6–10, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. and Dec. 11, 1–5 p.m. www.georgiamuseum.org EVENTS: Historic Athens Holiday Gala (Whitehall Mill) This year’s event is set at the historic Whitehall Mill and will feature exclusive access to beautiful homes, a curated auction, food, beverages, and more. VIP ticket holders will enjoy a private party at Flinchum’s Phoenix and an exclusive tour.

VIP experience, 3:30–5:30 p.m.

General event, 6–9 p.m. $80–150. www.historicathens.com EVENTS: Deck the Hollow (Bear Hollow Zoo at Memorial Park) Celebrate the holidays in lights, live music, animal encounters and more. 5:30–7:30 p.m. $5, 2 & under free. www.facebook.com/ BearHollowZoo GAMES: Bad Dog Trivia at The Office (The Office Sports Bar and Grill) Top three teams win prizes with free beer pitchers to winning teams between rounds. Hosted by John Bellerjeau. Sundays, 6 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens KIDSTUFF: Tween Christmas Cookie Party (Oconee County Library) Tweens can enjoy a viewing of The Nightmare Before Christmas and decorate Christmas cookies.

Ages 9–12 years. 3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee 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, www.athenspetanque.org

Monday 12 EVENTS: Docs and Desserts (Athens Community Council on Aging (ACCA)) Join geriatrician Dr. Don Scott for a program that will facilitate a better understanding of the latest care for those living with dementia. Call or go online to register. 6–7:30 p.m. FREE! 800-​272-​3900, www.tinyurl.com/ docsanddesserts GAMES: Open Chess Play (ACC Library) Learn how to play chess or sharpen your skills while connecting with your neighbors. Open to all skill levels. Ages 7 & up. 3–5 p.m.

FREE! www.athenslibrary.org GAMES: Monday Trivia (Athentic Brewing Co.) Come enjoy trivia with Erin, win prizes and enjoy 25% off draft beer. FREE! 7–9 p.m. www. athenticbrewing.com KIDSTUFF: Storytime with Noah (Treehouse Kid & Craft) Local storyteller Noah shares tales friendly for all ages. 11 a.m. FREE! www. treehousekidandcraft.com

Tuesday 13 CLASSES: Pelvic Yoga with Lisa Mason (Revolution Therapy and Yoga) This micro-​yoga is focused on the small intentional movements that strengthen, balance, relax, release and activate the muscles in, around and connected to the pelvic floor. 10–11 a.m. Donations accepted. www.revolutiontherapy andyoga.com CLASSES: Holiday Postcards in Watercolor (K.A. Artist Shop) In this one-​day workshop, local artist Lauren Adams teaches attendees how to create unique holiday artwork in watercolor. 6–8 p.m. $25. www.kaartist.com EVENTS: No Phone Party (Hendershot’s) Disconnect to connect with a phone-​free, laptop-​free happy hour featuring drink specials, snacks, games and a record player.

Every Tuesday, 6–9 p.m. www. hendershotsathens.com EVENTS: Teen Fashion Show: Written in the Stars (Lyndon House Arts Center) The Teen Fashion Design/Sewing Club presents its first semi-​annual fashion show showcasing one-​of-​a-​kind original designs. 6 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/lyndonhousearts GAMES: Bad Dog Trivia at Amici (Amici Athens) Top three teams win prizes with free beer pitchers to winning teams between rounds. Hosted

by TJ Wayt. Tuesdays, 7 p.m. www. facebook.com/baddog athens KIDSTUFF: Toddler Tuesday: Winter Wonderland (Georgia Museum of Art) Little ones and their families can enjoy art and storytime together in the galleries, then complete an art activity. Ages 18 months to 3 years. Registration required. 10 a.m. FREE! gmoa-​ tours@uga.edu KIDSTUFF: Grinch & Go (Rocksprings Park & Community Center) This preschool holiday program is for ages 1–5. Registration required.

10–11 a.m. $5, $7.50 (non-​residents). www.acc.gov KIDSTUFF: Oconee County Library Storytime (Oconee County Library) Join Ms. Carley for songs, stories and crafts. For ages birth to 5 years and their caregivers. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/ oconee KIDSTUFF: Growing Readers (Oconee County Library) Enjoy a read-​aloud story followed by activities such as sensory bins, crafts and play dough stations. Designed for 5–9 years. 4:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee KIDSTUFF: Falalaliday (Lay Park) Enjoy crafts and activities for the whole family. 6–7:30 p.m. FREE! www.acc.gov 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. www. athenspetanque.org

Wednesday 14 ART: Tour at Two (Georgia Museum of Art) These drop-​in public tours feature highlights of the permanent collection and are led by museum docents. 2 p.m. FREE! www.georgia museum.org CLASSES: Salsa Dance Class (Cloud) Join SALSAthens for Cuban-​style salsa dance classes.

No partner necessary and beginners welcome. 7–8 p.m. $10. www. facebook.com/salsaathens COMEDY: Gorgeous George’s Improv League (Buvez) Come out for some home-​grown townie

improv. Bring some interesting suggestions and a loose funny bone to help create some improv magic on the spot. Every Wednesday, 7 p.m. $5 suggested donation. www. flyingsquidcomedy.com EVENTS: 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 FILM: Nutcracker Fantasy (Flicker Theatre & Bar) Screening of the Japanese-​American stop motion animated 1979 film very loosely based on Tchaikovsky’s 1892 ballet The Nutcracker. 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 holiday classics. 7–9 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com GAMES: Christmas Movie Bingo (B&B Theatres) Win prizes at this Christmas movie-​themed bingo night. 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/ bbathens12 KIDSTUFF: Oconee County Library Storytime (Oconee County Library) Join Ms. Carley for songs, stories and crafts. For ages birth to 5 years and their caregivers. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/ oconee KIDSTUFF: Library Crafternoon (Oconee County Library) Drop by the children’s area for crafts and plenty of fun. All materials supplied, all ages welcome. 3:30–5:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/ oconee KIDSTUFF: Gingerbread Workshop (Lay Park) Each participant will receive a pre-​baked house, icing and all of the gumdrops, candy canes, sprinkles and specialty candies you will need to make your gingerbread house a home.

6–7 p.m. $10, $15 (non-​resident). www.acc.gov KIDSTUFF: Pajama Storytime (Oconee County Library) Wear your coziest PJs and join Ms. Carley for bedtime stories and a snack.

Designed for birth to 5 years. 7 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/ oconee

Down the Line 12/15 Open Playtime (Oconee County Library) 12/15 Classic City Pétanque Club (Lay Park Community Center) 12/15 Lego Club (Oconee County Library) 12/15 AADM Percentage Night (Athentic Brewing Co.) 12/15 Ornament Workshop (Heard Park) 12/15 Third Thursday (Athens, GA) 12/15 Thursday Trivia (Johnny’s New York Style Pizza) 12/16 Morning Mindfulness (Georgia Museum of Art) 12/16 Movies by Moonlight (Sandy Creek Park) 12/16 Athens Science Café (Buvez) 12/17 Oconee Farmers Market (Oconee County Courthouse) 12/17 Nature Art with Chris Taylor (OCAF) 12/17 Marigold Market (Pittard Park) 12/17 Saturday Crafterday (Treehouse Kid & Craft) 12/17 Abnormal Bazaar (Indie South) f

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Miss Priss soaks up all the attention she can get, and loves being close to friends.

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Marsha-Grey is a sweetheart that needs time to adjust before opening up to humans and other dogs. But once comfortable she loves pets, head scratches and playing around!

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Sassy is brimming with joy! She never meets a stranger and sees everyone as a friend and/ or potential playmate. There are three keys to Sassy’s heart: people, toys and treats!

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• Santa Claus, Hot Chocolate, and an Ornament making station in the Michael Brothers Building, 320 E. Clayton St. from 10am-12pm • Hayrides leaving and picking up in College Square from 11am-1pm • Costumed Characters and Caroling • An interactive “Find the Elf” Scavenger Hunt Sponsors: Agora Vintage, @Local Coffee, Aurum Studios, Bear Hug Honey, Cheeky Peach, Empire South, Fabrik, Fringe, Heery’s, Heery’s Too, “I Do, I Do Bridal Boutique,” Indigo Child, K.A. Artist Shop, Kum’s Fashions, The Last Resort Grill, Mellow Mushroom, Native America Gallery, Onward Reserve, The Soap Store, Tena’s Jewelry, The Red Zone, Peterson Properties, Barberitos, High Country Outfitters, Kempt and Dynamite Clothing DE C E MB E R 7, 2022· F L A GP OL E .C OM

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Public Ice Skating at The Classic Center Lace up your skates and grab your friends for 75 minutes of

HOLIDAY FUN!

STARTING NOVEMBER 25 Visit ClassicCenter.com to view the schedule.

BUY TICKETS 706.208.0900 • ClassicCenter.com • 300 N Thomas Street • Downtown Athens

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HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE

Welcome to the second edition of flagpole’s 2022 Holiday Gift Guide To be included next year, contact the Flagpole Advertising Department at 706-549-0301 or ads@flagpole.com.

Athens Community Council On Aging

A. Lafera Salon

Help us ensure that all older adults in our community age well. A gift can provide a blanket to help keep warm ($20), transportation to the pharmacy, grocery store or medical appointments ($10), a week’s worth of meals ($50), or 1 day of care at our Adult Day Health Center ($65).

Tons of holiday gift sets to choose from including Rene Furterer’s Start to Finish Style Duo, which includes finishing spray and blowout balm.

Voluspa candles in White Cypress, Burning Woods, and Goji Tarocco Orange come in gorgeous glass vessels and smell amazing.

Davine’s OI set comes with shampoo, conditioner, and make all hair types shiny and fragrant.

135 Hoyt St. accaging.com

600 Oglethorpe Ave., Suite 4 alafera.com

Ribbon cutting and Holiday Open House Dec. 12, 11 a.m.

Door prizes and goodies. Gift Certificates available! Open through Dec. 23.

Big City Bread Cafe

Canopy Studio

Treat your loved ones and celebrate your love of Big City Bread with gift certificates in any denomination. Super easy to purchase online or in person. Double up on local with Big City’s full-bodied and complex blend of coffee, roasted right here in Athens by Jittery Joe’s Coffee Roasters.

Give the gift of aerial dance and circus arts with Kids Winter Camp, Adult Workshops, and classes for all ages. Perfect for all abilities with no experience necessary. Wrap up a Canopy gift certificate and t-shirt this holiday season!

393 N. Finley St. bigcitybreadcafe.com

160-6 Tracy St. canopystudio.org

Holiday Market Dec. 8 & 9, 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.

The Classic Center

Condor Chocolates

Your favorite, Athens on Ice public ice skating returns to Akins Ford Arena at The Classic Center November 25th.

Lace up your skates and join us for 75 minutes of holiday fun!

A Holiday classic! Condor’s house made dark chocolate topped with crushed peppermint and white chocolate. Also available in Condor’s signature red gift box.

Season passes are available for just $125 per person.

Don’t miss Condor’s hot cocoa at the Botanical Garden’s Winter Wonderlights!

Depalma’s Italian Cafe

Dynamite Clothing

DePalma’s offers catering and party trays to make your holidays tastier. Lasagna, Chicken Parmigian, salad, bread sticks and more. Call in your order and pick it up at one of our 3 locations.

Dynamite is filled with well-curated vintage and new clothing, sunglasses and jewelry. They offer a variety of hats to keep you warm and all sizes of this “Keep Athens Weird, man” sweatshirt and t-shirts. Something for everyone.

Akins Ford Arena at The Classic Center classiccenter.com

401 E. Broad St., 2080 Timothy Rd., 1965 Barnett Shoals Rd. depalmasitaliancafe.com

1658 S. Lumpkin St. 160 E. Washington St. condorchocolates.com

143 N Jackson St. IG:@dynamiteathens

Gift cards, both physical and email versions, are available online at depalmasitaliancafe.com

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HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE

Welcome to the second edition of flagpole’s 2022 Holiday Gift Guide To be included next year, contact the Flagpole Advertising Department at 706-549-0301 or ads@flagpole.com.

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Free your wild side by trying Cheeky Tie-Dye Anal Plug with rounded tapered probes, and a versatile suction cup base. Suction vibrator fans will love the Super Sucking Bunny – an angled G-spot vibrator with a shaft top, featuring a thumping motor.

Flirtatious Pheromone mists are scented body spray infused with Gender Friendly pheromones.

Milk and Honey CBD Bath Bomb is 75mg of full spectrum CBD. I Speak Chakra Hemp Tea is an adaptogenic, immune boosting herb blend to promote calm and wellbeing. Delta-8 THC Chocolate Bar is a lovely, fair trade certified dark chocolate with 240mg Delta-8 THC per bar.

All December Long: Spend $50, Get $10 Off. Spend $100, Get $15% Off. Spend $150, Get 20% Off.

Special hours Dec. 24, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Frog Pond Gift Shop

Hendershot’s Coffee

Shop for nature themed gifts for everyone in the family. The Vibrant colors of the dart frog tell predators to stay away! This realistic porcupine puppet provides a fun, interactive experience. Explore the invisible forces of magnetism with a science kit. Plus lots more!

Support your favorite local spot and spoil your family and friends by gifting the finest coffee Athens has to offer plus super cute merch like corduroy Hendy’s hats, cozy Hendershot’s sweatsuits, and smart 12 oz. travel mugs, which will keep your loved ones, and their coffee, warm all season.

Open Tues–Sat 8:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.

Gift Cards available!

Indie South

K. A. Artist Shop

Indie carries over 150 small brands and local makers that make items such as quirky candles, colorful homegoods, perfumes and hand stitched sachets!

Need creative gifts for creative people?

K.A. can build custom sets of art supplies for your loved ones. They offer local art like the “Doors of Athens” series by René Shoemaker. They’ve even got gift certificates for fun classes and services like art photography and printing.

Holiday Hooray Dec. 10th & 11th Bishop Park, Dec. 17 pop-up at our Shop.

To start building your artist kit email at hello@kaartist.com.

The Olive Basket

Ritual Day Spa and Apothecary

Gift sets are available in a variety of combinations, including Olive Oils, White or Dark Balsamic Vinegars, or a combination of Oils and Vinegars.

Choose one of their pre-made combinations or design your own from over 50 oils and vinegars.

Ritual day spa is a uniquely Athens spa creating space for self-care rituals. A jungle robe and cozy aromatic neck wrap are the perfect compliment to a gift card for a massage or facial. This year give the gift of calm, not clutter.

4100 Lexington Rd. shopstarship.com

Sandy Creek Nature Center

470 Hawthorne Ave. theindiesouth.com

1791 Oconee Connector, Suite 745 olivebasketonline.com

Gift Wrapping available.

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2361 W. Broad St., Unit #10 frannysfarmacyathens.com

237 Prince Ave. hendershotsathens.com

127 N. Jackson St. kaartist.com

468 N. Milledge Ave. Suite 101 ritualathens.com

HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE

Welcome to the second edition of flagpole’s 2022 Holiday Gift Guide To be included next year, contact the Flagpole Advertising Department at 706-549-0301 or ads@flagpole.com.

The Pearl Girls

ReBlossom Parent & Child Shop

Shop The Pearl Girls’ handmade designs, including their Classic Pearl Necklace ($250) and stud earrings ($79). They also create trendy, fun designs and game day ready pieces including the Bulldawg Bracelets and Charm ($49).

Visit ReBlossom’s new location on Barber Street in between Buvez & Active Climbing and under State! Find the functional and stylish Bogg bag, pictured here in red ($69.99), the quality wooden Brio Metro Railway Train set ($89.99), or the softest Woven Pear merino rainbow socks ($12.99).

548 Hawthorne Ave thepearlgirls.com

625 Barber St., Suite 160 reblossomathens.com

Shop online anytime or in-store Wed. – Fri. 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Free shipping and local pickup!

Free gift wrapping!

Sexy Suz Couples Boutique

State

The Motorbunny by Doc Johnson is your ticket to ride! Come see Motorbunny’s bluetooth controlled display unit at the shop. The Rose is forever blooming and trending. Ashley’s personal favorite, Cloud 9 Aphrodisiac drink!

Visit STATE’s newly opened shop to find the Primary Garden Napkin Set that’ll brighten up any meal. The Scrap Cake can be used as a footstool, extra seating, or just for decor. Shop their colorful collection of socks, designed here in Athens and knit in North Carolina!

Free gift wrapping w/ $50 purchase.

Now open next door to Buvez in their new location!

State Botanical Gardens of GA Gift Shop

Terrapin Beer Co.

Check out the Garden’s selection of Folkmanis puppets to spark imagination.

Back by popular demand, Roland Pine Candles make perfect teachers’ gifts.

Created for the Gardens by Condor Chocolates, the Winter WonderBar is a delicious gift and a portion of proceeds go towards our education and conservation programs.

Treat the beer fan in your life to something you know they’ll love, like tasty White Chocolate Moo-Hoo milk stout. Check out Terrapin’s holiday merchandise, including the new Terrapin holiday sweater and Miir camp mug— perfect for cozying up around the fire!

4124 Atlanta Hwy. sexysuzonline.com

2450 S. Milledge Ave. botgarden.uga.edu

625 Barber St., Suite 120 statethelabel.com

265 Newton Bridge Rd. terrapinbeer.com

Gift shop hours: Tues. – Sat. 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., Sun. 12 p.m. – 4 p.m. Closed Mondays.

Open Mon.–Fri. 3–8 p.m., Sat.–Sun. 12–8 p.m.

Closed Christmas Eve, Christmas, New Year’s Eve, and New Year’s Day.

Urban Sanctuary

Woodhill Artists Market

Gift Certificates to Urban Sanctuary bring comfort and joy! Massages, facials, spa merchandise, gifts for the bath and body, house and home.

Eco–Friendly, Organic & Natural.

Woodhill Artists Market features local artists (pictured) Peter Loose, Folk Art; Leigh Ellis, Watercolor; Camren Gober, Star Thread Pottery. Also exhibiting are Wini McQueen, Michael Pierce, Jenny Derevere, Greg Krakow, Barbara Odil, and Ansley Williams.

Shop online or call 706-613-3947.

Market Dec. 10 & 11 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

810 N. Chase St. urbansanctuaryspa.com

4745 Bob Godfrey Rd. barbaraodil.com/woodhillartshow2022

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