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Art

CALL FOR ARTISTS (Athens, GA)

The first-ever Athens Twilight Artist Market is currently seeking artists to participate. Check website for vendor details. Apr. 22–23. $125/one day, $235/weekend. swgthestore. com/product/artist-market-fee

CALLS FOR PUBLIC ART (Classic Center Arena) Seeking public art proposals for the exterior plaza, exterior wall and interior entry of the new arena. Deadline Apr. 7, 5 p.m. Tatiana.veneruso@accgov.com, www.accgov.com/4161/AthensCultural-Affairs-Commission

GRADUATE SWEET DREAMS

SOCIETY (Graduate Athens) This artist-in-residency program is hosted at 10 Graduate Hotels across the country. Participants receive studio space, mentorship and resources to create. Applications due Apr. 17. www.graduatesweet dreams.com/apply

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

MUSEUM MADNESS (Georgia Museum of Art) As part of the museum’s 75th anniversary celebration, an art competition pits 64 works from its collection against one another to see which will emerge as the people’s favorite. Voting runs every weekday on Insta- gram (@georgiamuseum) through July. Winner announced Aug. 26. www.georgiamuseum.org

OPEN STUDIOS (Lyndon House Arts Center) Studio members have access to spaces for painting, printmaking, photography, ceramics, jewelry, fiber and woodworking. Tuesdays through Saturdays, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. $65/month. www. accgov.com/7350/Open-StudioMembership

Classes

ART AND WRITING CLASSES (Oconee Cultural Arts Foundation)

“Beginning and Intermediate Acrylics.” Thursdays, Apr. 6–May 4, 10 a.m.–12 p.m. $160–210. “Abstract

Exploration Courses for Acrylic, Watercolor and Water Soluble Oil

Painters.” Thursdays, Apr. 6–May 4, 12:30–2:30 p.m. $160–210. “A

Creative Writing Course with Heidi Nilsson.” Mondays, Apr. 10–May 8, 9 a.m.–12 p.m. $165–215. “Photo Encaustic Floral with Leah McDonald.” Apr. 15–16, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. $410–460. www.ocaf.com

ART CLASSES (K.A. Artist Shop)

“House Portraits in Watercolor.”

Apr. 23, 1–4 p.m. $45. “Photo + Edit Your Artwork.” Apr. 29 or May 20, 1–4 p.m. $75. “Pointed Dip Pen Calligraphy.” May 6, 1–3 p.m. $55. “Abstract Art in Acrylic.” May 9, 6–8 p.m. $35. www.kaartist.com

BLACKSMITHING CLASSES

(Greenhow Handmade Ironworks, Washington) “Forge a Fire Poker” covers tapering, bending and scrolling, forge welding, cutting with a chisel and more. Apr. 15, May 6 or June 24, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Art Around Town

ARTWALL@HOTEL INDIGO ATHENS (500 College Ave.) Nancy Everett’s solo show “Classic Inspirations” includes paintings that celebrate Athens and the Southeast. Through mid-May.

ATHENS-CLARKE COUNTY LIBRARY (2025 Baxter St.) Marisa Leilani Mustard presents a collection of colorful paintings in “WILD!” Through April.

ATHICA@CINÉ GALLERY (234 W. Hancock Ave.) “Solo: New Works by Heather Deyling” includes colorful and playful sculptures, wall works and installations inspired by research and observation of natural forms, eco-fiction and climate change. Opening reception Apr. 22, 6–8 p.m. On view Apr. 6–May 7.

DODD GALLERIES (270 River Rd.) On view in the C-U-B-E Gallery, “Split View” presents works by students taking Newly Formed, an experimental form-making elective taught at the Rhode Island School of Design. Through Apr. 5. • “Where the Sidewalk Ends” consists of two separate exhibitions that both showcase artwork by 42 graduating BFA students. The first exit show opens with a reception Apr. 7, 6–8 p.m. and lasts until Apr. 14. The second exit show opens Apr. 21, 6–8 p.m. and runs until Apr. 28.

FLICKER THEATRE & BAR (263 W. Washington St.) Artwork by Bernadine Sears. Reception Apr. 22, 5–7 p.m. Currently on view through Apr. 29.

GEORGIA MUSEUM OF ART (90 Carlton St.) Spanning the 18th century to the present, “Object Lessons in American Art” features over 100 works of Euro-American, African-American and Native American art from the Princeton University Art Museum’s collection. Through May 14. • “In

Dialogue: Henry Ossawa Tanner, Mentor and Muse.” Through June 18. • “Art is a form of freedom” is a collaborative project through which incarcerated women at the Whitworth Women’s Facility selected works for an exhibition and wrote prose and poetry in response to the pieces. Through July 2. • “Decade of Tradition: Highlights from the Larry D. and Brenda A. Thompson Collection.” Through July 3.

$150. “Forge a Bottle Opener” will cover making open face and church key style bottle openers. May 27, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. $150. In “Basic Blacksmithing: First Time at the Forge,” students will forge and assemble a wall mount rack with three hooks. Apr. 8 or June 3, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. $150. “Forge a Throwing Tomahawk” is for experienced students. Apr. 1, May 13, May 27 or June 10, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. $175. “The Art of Chain Making.” Apr. 29, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. $165. “Forge an Iron Age Battle Spear.” May 20 or June 17, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. $175. greenhowhandmade@gmail.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

DEDICATED MINDFULNESS PRACTITIONERS (Online) Weekly Zoom meditations are offered every Saturday at 8:30–9:30 a.m. Email for details. richardshoe@gmail.com

GET FIT! (Lay Park) Ages 55 and older are invited to participate in aerobic walking classes to improve flexibility and strength. Mondays through Apr. 24, 1–2 p.m. 706613-3596

GROW YOUR BUSINESS WORKSHOP SERIES (Athens Land Trust or Zoom) The Athens Land Trust presents a course for budding entrepreneurs and existing businesses. Wednesdays through Apr. 19, 5:30–7 p.m. FREE! www. athenslandtrust.org

HOMEBUYER EDUCATION WORKSHOP (Zoom) Athens Land Trust presents an eight-hour, HUD-certified course for first-time homeown- ers that covers the home-buying process in Georgia. Pre-registration required. Apr. 15, May 20 and June 17, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. $10. www. athenslandtrust.org

INTRO TO AQUA OILS (K.A. Artist Shop) This three-week class led by Lauren Adams covers the essentials of oil painting with solvent-free colors and the importance of value, color and composition. Wednesdays, Apr. 12–26, 6–8 p.m. $75. www.kaartist.com

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

HENDERSHOT’S ( (237 Prince Ave.) Nirvinyl Album Art presents “Tax Season Session” featuring free and reduced rate canvas album art prints from the Beatles, Led Zeppelin, Moody Blues and more. Through mid-May.

JITTERY JOE’S FIVE POINTS (1230 S. Milledge Ave.) Recent abstract paintings by Tom Hancock. Through Apr. 30.

JUST PHO… AND MORE (1063 Baxter St.) Susan Pelham’s collages are influenced by Magic Realism, Surrealism, fairy tales and nursery rhymes. Through May.

LAST RESORT GRILL (174-184 W Clayton St.) Michael Shetterley creates mixed-media, nature-based abstracts on canvas. Through mid-April.

LYNDON HOUSE ARTS CENTER (211 Hoyt St.) “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. • Juried by Maria Elena Ortiz, curator at The Modern in Fort Worth, TX, the 48th Juried Exhibition features 154 works by 107 local artists. Through May 6. • “Breathing Room” presents artwork by 16 past and present employees of R. Wood Studio, such as Amanda Burk, Kristen Bach, Rinne Allen, David Barnes, Michele Dross and Lou Kregel. Ikebana workshop Apr. 15, 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Artist reception May 18, 6–7:30 p.m. Currently on view through June 8. • “The Green Life Art Contest” is an annual contest geared towards K-12 students that presents artwork inspired by environmental education and sustainability. Closing reception Apr. 29, 2 p.m. • Collections from our Community presents typewriters from Mike Kilpatrick, Tatiana Veneruso, Mike Landers and Lauren Fancher. Through July 1.

OCONEE COUNTY LIBRARY (1080 Experiment Station Rd.) The University of North Georgia Department of Visual Art presents student artwork in drawing, design, ceramics and painting. A reception will be held at UNG’s Oconee Campus Apr. 10, 5–6:30 p.m. Through April.

MINDFULNESS PRACTICE EVENINGS (Online) Discuss and practice how to change your relationship with difficult thoughts and emotions. Email for the Zoom link. Second Friday of the month, 6–7 p.m. FREE! mfhealy@bellsouth.net

OPEN/COMMUNITY MEDITATION (Sangha Yoga Studio at Healing Arts Centre) Uma Rose leads a meditation designed to guide participants into stillness and silence. Mondays, 4–5 p.m. Donations encouraged. www.healingartscentre.net

PUBLIC DANCE (The Studio Athens) Beginner Rumba lessons followed

OCONEE CULTURAL ARTS FOUNDATION (34 School St., Watkinsville)

Beatrice Brown’s “Quilt Stories of Time and Place” creates a timeline of motifs used in fabric quilting designs dating from ancient Egypt to the present day. Through Apr. 7.

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.

STEFFEN THOMAS MUSEUM OF ART (4200 Bethany Rd., Buckhead) by DJ’d waltz, swing, salsa, tango etc. Every fourth Saturday. 7:30–10 p.m. $5 (students), $10 (non-students). www.gmdance.com

“Hinterglasmalerei: Reverse Paintings of Steffen Thomas” explores the range of experimentation Thomas did with the ancient technique. Through Apr. 22.

TIF SIGFRIDS (393 N. Finley St.) Massachusetts-based artist Nora Riggs presents “Creampuffs of Passage,” a collection of paintings depicting scenes and objects from everyday life in surreal settings. Opening reception Apr. 8, 6–8 p.m. Through May 13.

TINY ATH GALLERY (174 Cleveland Ave.) Tim Root’s watercolors, wooden pieces, comics, zines and other odds and ends are brightly colored, funny and occasionally grotesque. Opening reception Apr. 7, 5–8 p.m. Open for Third Thursday, Apr. 14, 6–9 p.m.

UGA SPECIAL COLLECTIONS LIBRARIES (300 S. Hull St.) “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. Through May. • “Freemasonry in Georgia: Ideals, Imagery and Impact” presents items that demonstrate the ambitions and tensions that existed within the secret society. Through July 7.

UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP OF ATHENS (780 Timothy Rd.)

On view in the Claire and Robert Clements Gallery, “Resonations: Marriage of Photography and Poetry” is a collaborative exhibition that pairs photographs by Lee Reed with poems by Clela Reed. Open Sunday mornings or by appointment at 706-546-7914 through June 25.

TRADITIONAL MARTIAL ARTS

CLASSES (Live Oak Martial Arts)

Traditional and modern-style Taekwondo, self-defense, grappling and weapons classes are offered for all ages. Classes in Jodo, the art of the Japanese staff and sword, are held Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 7 p.m. Visit the website for a full schedule. liveoak martialarts@gmail.com, www.live oakmartialarts.com

YOGA AND MORE (Revolution Therapy and Yoga) Revolution is a multipurpose mind-body wellness studio offering yoga and therapy with an emphasis on trauma-informed practices. Check website for upcoming classes and programs. www.revolutiontherapyandyoga.com

YOGA CLASSES (Let It Be Yoga Studio, Watkinsville) Classes are offered in Hatha, Vinyasa, Kundalini, beginner, gentle and other styles. Check online calendar for weekly offerings. www.letitbeyoga.org

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

MULTIPLE CHOICES BOARD MEMBERS (Athens, GA) Seeking a new board member for Multiple Choices Center for Independent Living, a nonprofit agency of disability advocates serving individuals throughout a 10-county area of Northeastern Georgia. Call for information. 706850-4025

SCNC BOARD MEMBERS (Sandy Creek Nature Center) Sandy Creek Nature Center, Inc., the founding support organization for SCNC, is seeking new members for its board of directors. Experience in accounting, social media or retail preferred. Apply online. scncinc@gmail.com, www.sandycreeknaturecenterinc. org/board-members

Kidstuff

ART CLUBS (K.A. Artist Shop) Draw, paint, collage and create during weekly Art Card Club meet-ups. Fridays, 4:30–6 p.m. (pre-teens), 6:30–8 p.m. (teens). Drawing Club for Teens, taught by artist James Greer, is held Wednesdays, 5–6:30 p.m. $25/drop-in, $180 (10-session pass). www.kaartist.com

CAMP REGISTRATION (Athens, GA)

The ACC Leisure Services Department offers a variety of summer camps. Now registering. www.acc gov.com/myrec

LUTHEROAD DAYCAMP (Holy Cross Lutheran Church) Activities include games, crafts, worship and special events. Register by May 14. Camp runs June 26–30, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. www.holycrossathens.com/ lutheroad

READ MAKE PLAY (’Brella Studio)

Various art activities for ages 0–5 are offered weekday mornings at 9 a.m. Check website for upcoming programs. Story time is also held every Friday at 10 a.m. www.brella studio.com

SPARK WEEKEND ACADEMY (UGA Center for Continuing Education & Hotel) “Be Audit You Can Be: Accounting 101” for ages 15–17 is held Apr. 22–23, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.

$15. www.georgiacenter.uga.edu/

youth/spark SUMMER ART CAMPS (K.A. Artist Shop) A variety of half-day or fullday camps are available for preteens and teens. Subjects include drawing, painting, calligraphy, creative journaling, printmaking, collage and more. Weekly camps run June 1–July 17, 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. or 1:30–5:30 p.m. $250/week of half days, $450/week of full days. www.kaartist.com

SUMMER CAMPS (Athens, GA) ACC Leisure Services is now registering for summer camps. www.accgov. com/myrec

SUMMER CAMPS (Treehouse Kid & Craft) Camps are offered a variety of themes including digital design and illustration, Halloween, apothecary and flora, glow in the dark and blacklight, food trucks, slime and more. Check website for dates and descriptions. www.treehousekidand craft.com

SWIM LESSONS (Athens, GA)

Swim lessons for children ages 3 and older are offered at Heard Park, Lay Park, Memorial Park and Rocksprings Park pools. $33–50/ session. The ACC Leisure Services’ Kinderswim program for 5-year-old children is free. www.accgov.com/ myrec

TUTORING (Online) The Athens Regional Library System is 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

Support Groups

ACA ADULT CHILDREN OF ALCOHOLICS AND DYSFUNCTIONAL FAMILIES (Holy Cross Lutheran Church) This support group meets weekly. Tuesdays, 6:30–7:30 p.m. annetteanelson@gmail.com

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

ATHENS COUNCIL OF THE BLIND (Athens, GA) Open to people of all ages with vision impairments, their families and friends. Topics include adaptive equipment, recreational and social opportunities, and advocacy. 706-424-2794, dlwahlers@ gmail.com

LGBTQIA+ VIRTUAL ALPHABET FAMILY GATHERING (Online)

This is a safe space for anyone on the LGBTQIA+/TGQNB spectrum.

Fourth Sunday of every month, 6–8 p.m. uuathensga.org/justice/ welcoming-congregation

MENTAL HEALTH PEER RECOVERY GROUP (Nuçi’s Space)

Participants support each other through life’s challenges by sharing from their skills, experiences and proven coping mechanisms. Newcomers welcome. First Tuesday of the month, 4–6 p.m. pr@nuci.org, www.nuci.org

NEW PARENTS AND INFANT

FEEDING SUPPORT GROUP (BYL Family Resource Center) Come as you are for community, snacks and feeding advice from professionals. Babies and children of all ages are welcome. Wednesdays, 10 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.byyourleave.org

OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS (24th Street Clubhouse) Learn to stop eating compulsively or curb other unwanted food-related behaviors.

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

PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP (First Baptist Church) This group is to encourage, support and share information with fellow sojourners who manage the challenges of Parkinson’s disease or other movement disorders. Second Friday of every month, 1 p.m. gpnoblet@ bellsouth.net

PROJECT SAFE (Family Protection

Center) Project Safe hosts a support group for survivors of domestic violence. Mondays, 6:30–8 p.m. www. project-safe.org

RECOVERY DHARMA (Recovery Dharma) This peer-led support group offers a Buddhist-inspired path to recovery from any addiction.

Visit the website for details. Thursdays, 7 p.m. FREE! www.athens recoverydharma.org

SUPPORT GROUPS (Integrity

Counseling & Personal Development) ICPD offers several support groups. “LGBTQIA+ Young Adults Group” is offered for ages 18–30. “Survivors of Suicide Loss Group” is offered the first Wednesday of every month, 7–8 p.m. “Veterans, Dependents & Caregivers Benefits Resource & Claim Assistance Group” is offered the first Saturday of every month, 9–10 a.m. www. integrityofjefferson.com

Word on the Street

AAMGA ANNUAL BULB SALE (Athens Clarke Co. Extension Office)

The Athens Area Master Gardeners Association hosts a sale of flower bulbs. Pre-order now through May 1. Pick-up in October for fall planting. tinyurl.com/aamag2023 bulbsale

ATHENS BEER TRAIL TROLLEY

TOURS (Athens, GA) A new trolly tour will provide transportation between six local breweries: Akademia, Athentic, Creature Comforts, Southern Brewing, Terrapin Beer and Normaltown Brewing. Tours run every Thursday and Friday from 3–9 p.m. www.athenstrolleytours.com/ beer-trolley-tour

MARGO METAPHYSICAL EVENTS

(Margo Metaphysical) Monday Tarot Readings offered 1–5 p.m. ($6 per card). Tuesday Tarot with Davita offered 4–6 p.m. ($5 per card). Wednesday Night Sound Healing with Joey held 6–7:30 p.m. ($35). Thursday Tarot with Courtney is offered 12–5 p.m. ($10–45).

Friday Henna Party with Aiyanna ($10–75). 706-372-1462

RABBIT BOX (VFW Post 2872)

Seeking storytellers to share seven-minute true tales. Upcoming themes include “Awkward!” in April and “Gone but not Forgotten” in May. Email to participate. rabbitbox stories@gmail.com

RABBIT HOLE EVENTS (Rabbit Hole Studios) Weekly events include Open Mic (Tuesdays, 7–11 p.m.), Acoustic Song Circle (Thursdays, 7–11 p.m.), Seventh Generation Native American Church services and community potlucks (Sundays, 11 a.m.) and Drumming and Song Circle (Sundays, 3–5 p.m.). Weekly Sunday Funday Markets held 1–5 p.m. Wednesday Yoga (5 p.m.) is followed by Meditation and Integration (6 p.m.). Events are free or donation based. www.rabbitholes tudios.org/calendar

SPRING PROGRAMS (Athens, GA)

The ACC Leisure Services Department offers a variety of activities highlighting the arts, environmental science, recreation, sports and holiday events for adults and children. Now registering. Scholarships available. www.accgov.com/myrec

WORK.SHOP (160 Winston Dr.) Open rehearsal and performance space for theater, comedy, dance, classes and events. $10/hour. lisayaconelli@gmail.com, www. workshopathens.com f

ART | FRI, APR. 7 & THU, APR. 13

Tim Root

tiny ATH gallery • Donations accepted

Local artist Tim Root will showcase some of his diverse works over two days in April at tiny ATH gallery. Root describes himself as a comic artist, which he certainly is. With what seems like a few strokes of his pen and its official Athens premiere screening—if you don’t count the VHS screenings that have circulated under the radar over the past few years. After an in-depth production process, the film enjoyed a lengthy festival run, and it has finally landed back in the town that started it all. Chad Stockfleth’s telling of the story of the Elephant 6 Recording Co. will be followed by special performances of Elephant 6 acts Elf Power on Apr. 7 and John Fernandes and Friends on Apr. 8. Showtimes are 8 p.m., 10 p.m. and 10:15 p.m. on Friday; 3 p.m. and 10 p.m. on Saturday; and 3 p.m. on Sunday. [PB]

MUSIC | SAT, APR. 8

Rosegarden Funeral Party

some watercolor, he can create scenes of astounding expressiveness. Calling him only a comic artist, however, would overlook the wonderful work he does in other media, like puppetry, woodworking and salvaged materials. If you’re looking for zines, mini-comics, grotesque wooden puppets with their faces peeling off, and even homemade music boxes and decks of cards, look no further than Tim Root’s work. The gallery will be open during a reception on Apr. 7 from 5–8 p.m. and for Third Thursday on Apr. 14 from 6–9 p.m. [Patrick Barry]

ART | FRI, APR. 7 & FRI, APR. 21

BFA Exit Show

Dodd Galleries • 6–8 p.m. • FREE!

Forty-two graduating Bachelor of Fine Arts students attending UGA’s Lamar Dodd School of Art will present their final works in an end of the year exit show, “Where The Sidewalk Ends,” based conceptually on the beloved Shel Silverstein poem of the same name. Split into two separate groups, “Where The Sidewalk Ends” will feature works in ceramics, painting, metalwork and more by students transitioning into the professional art world. Featured artists include painters Wakefield Ausband and TM Pruitt, as well as jeweler Sarah Bird. The first show will open Apr. 7 and close on Apr. 13. The second show will open Apr. 21 and close Apr. 27. Both opening receptions run from 6-8 p.m. [PB]

FILM | FRI, APR. 7–SUN, APR. 9