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The Oconee Cultural Arts Foundation presents ONLINE

POTTERY AUCTION

selections from the private collection of Bob & Yukiko Marable Works by Ron Meyers, Michael Pitts, Michael Simon, Alice Woodruff and more.

Auction starts at 8 a.m., Friday, May 19.

Auction ends at 11:55 p.m., Friday, June 2. https://givebutter.com/MarablePottery

by Michael Simon by Michael Pitts

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With Gregory Frederick behind the camera, Athens GA Live Music documents artists gracing stages across the Classic City. Don’t miss footage from the recent performances by Aunt Moth, The Rishis, Recess Party, T. Hardy Morris, Vic Chesnutt Awards finalists and

See “Athens GA Live Music Recap” at flagpole.com.

Congratulations to the CLASS 2023

Pierce Alston

CLARKE CENTRAL

We are so incredibly proud of you! May your time at NYU be filled with many “Damn, I DID that!” moments.

Love You!

Mom, Dad, and Scarlett

Aadon Knapp

CLARKE CENTRAL

You worked so hard through the toughest of times. We are all so incredibly proud of you!

Love, Mom

COLE NESSEL CEDAR SHOALS

Cole – your creativity, compassion, sense of humor, and bravery are traits which will guide you throughout your life and will leave an impression on those you meet.

We love you!

Mom, Dad, and Oliver

Frances Thrasher

CLARKE CENTRAL

Congratulations Frances. We love you and look forward to seeing what you create in this world.

Lamar Phillips

CEDAR SHOALS

I am so proud of you, Lamar! From the moment I brought you into this world to the day I leave this earth, I will always be here for you and love you! I am proud of the man you have become, and I know you will do great things!

Love, Mom, Jeremiah 29:11

Josephine Tunis

CLARKE CENTRAL

Congratulations Josie, We are so proud of you!!!

We love you too much!!! Good luck at UGA -Mama and Cassius

HARVEY

SUGIUCHI

BRANDEIS UNIVERSITY

Congratulations, Harvey! We’re so proud of you.

Love, Mom, Dad, Grandma and Grandpa

Bird Smith

Zaya Roberson

Hold onto life

And don’t let go. Hold onto God so You won’t have to.

Love always, Grandpa Bennie

New Principal at Oglethorpe Elementary

PLUS, CLASSIC CENTER ARENA TAXES AND MORE LOCAL NEWS

By Blake Aued news@flagpole.com

The principal who caused a stir at Oglethorpe Avenue Elementary School for admonishing a teacher who posted a student’s pro-LGBTQ artwork is no longer leading the school.

Bipul Singh has been replaced by O’Marr Curry, who is currently assistant principal at Whitehead Road Elementary and previously taught third and fifth grades at Alps Road Elementary. He has a bachelor’s degree in early childhood education from UGA and a master’s degree in educational leadership from Mercer University, and is currently working on his PhD from Mercer.

“We are thrilled to have O’Marr Curry become the next principal of Oglethorpe Avenue Elementary,” CCSD Superintendent Robbie Hooker said in a news release. “We are confident that he will bring to OAES his track record of building strong, effective relationships with his colleagues, students and families, and that he will foster a safe and positive school environment that promotes academic rigor and high student achievement.”

Singh raised parents’ ire last year when he compared a fifth-grader’s rainbow flag with the words “Gay is OK” to a Nazi swastika and told the teacher to remove it. Parents and teachers called for the Clarke County School District to remove Singh, but the administration under Superintendent Xernona Thomas and the school board took no action.

It’s unclear whether Singh left of his own accord or Hooker opted not to renew his contract. CCSD did not respond to a request for comment.

Curry’s appointment was part of a slate of personnel moves the board approved May 11, also including hiring Jennifer Martin as executive director of teaching and learning, Chris Griner as chief financial officer and Tessa Barbazon as executive direc-

tor of student and family supports.

The BOE also gave its tentative approval last week for a $214 million budget covering the 2023-24 school year.

School district officials are no longer proposing raising the property tax rate from 18.8 mills to the legal maximum of 20, and the current version of the budget is $5 million less than originally proposed. But even without a millage rate hike, with the tax digest growing at a 14% clip, many homeowners will pay more in taxes. Most of the increased state and local revenue—up from $189 million last year—will go toward raises for teachers and other employees, as well as health care and retirement costs.

During a brief discussion, board member Patricia Yager said she wants more funding for arts education, while Tim Denson and Linda Davis said the board was not given enough detail about the budget. “I’m not sure I’m comfortable voting for it without seeing some of those possible changes there,” Denson said. He, Davis and Claudia Butts voted against the tentative budget, which passed 5–3.

The BOE will take public input on the budget at 6 p.m. May 23, 4 p.m. May 24 and 5 p.m. June 1 at CCSD headquarters, 595 Prince Ave.

Classic Center Asks for Downtown Tax District

Classic Center Executive Director Paul Cramer has asked the Athens-Clarke County Commission to create a special tax district around the center’s new arena to help pay for its construction.

While Cramer had previously proposed a district covering all the hotels downtown, this district would only cover parcels that are being developed as part of the arena

project. Those include the News Building’s parking lots and several parcels around the Multimodal Center. The new east downtown entertainment district is also expected to include a privately owned hotel, condos, loft apartments, retail space, a food hall and a parking deck. The ACC government is leasing land for those developments to help fund the arena.

Only the “master developer,” not other downtown property owners, would pay the 2-mill levy, which would bring in $539,000 a year on an estimated $360 million worth of new development. Similar tax districts helped fund the Atlanta Beltline, Truist Park and the Georgia Dome. “We think this is a very good mechanism to help us finish the arena,” ACC Attorney Judd Drake said at a May 9 work session.

Cramer has repeatedly had to find additional funding to supplement $34 million in local sales tax revenue as construction costs have spiked in recent years. The arena is now short $11 million, Cramer said, includ-

ing $7 million needed to remove rock on the site. That brings the total cost to $146 million. Other potential revenue sources include leasing the last 0.8-acre parcel near the arena, premium seating and naming rights, he said.

The arena is currently under construction and is scheduled to open next spring.

Commissioners were also briefed on a residential mental health facility planned for Mitchell Bridge Road, next door to Advantage Behavioral Health System’s current facility, a former hospital that ABHS purchased from the Clarke County School District in 2016. It will include 60 one- and two bedroom units, funded with $5.3 million from SPLOST 2020, the voter-approved 1% sales tax, as well as $4 million from the federal American Rescue Plan Act. The project will be built in phases because the initial budget was $11.4 million five years ago, SPLOST Program Administrator Keith Sanders said, and construction costs have risen dramatically since then. f

A Step Back

DIRECTOR’S TROUBLES LEAD TO QUESTIONS ABOUT HOMELESS CAMP’S FUTURE

By Blake Aued and Chris Dowd news@flagpole.com

Until last week, there was no question who was in charge of the First Step homeless camp: Charles Hardy, for better or worse.

Wearing a baseball cap with the name of the Athens Alliance Coalition, the nonprofit he founded, Hardy ran the city-sanctioned and government-funded tent city off Barber Street from his office occupying half a small trailer, armed with a screen displaying security camera footage from a dozen different angles, a constantly buzzing phone and a frequently squawking radio.

He continued to do so through last week, despite calls for his ouster following a May 2 jury verdict convicting him of assaulting a former resident. AAC’s board of directors defended Hardy for nearly two weeks until finally placing him on administrative leave Friday, May 12—the same day he was scheduled to report to jail for the weekend.

Though Hardy is gone, the chain of events places the future of the camp in jeopardy.

Calls for New Leadership

On May 2, a jury found Hardy guilty of one count of battery, one count of disorderly conduct and two counts of simple battery, stemming from a former First Step resident’s allegations that he punched and spit on her when she came to collect her belongings, which had been thrown away per camp policy. State Court Judge Ethelyn Simpson sentenced him to 72 hours in jail and a $1,000 fine, and ordered him to take anger management classes and undergo a mental health assessment.

Hardy maintains his innocence. “I have to protect these people,” he said, stewing over media coverage of the incident. “The papers made it seem like I brutally beat somebody.”

After being convicted, Hardy posted an hourlong video on Facebook in which he said First Step would be closing that Friday (May 5) and called for Manager Blaine Williams to be run out of town. “How can you put 55 people back on the street with nowhere to go?” he said in the video.

However, that turned out not to be the case. “It’s my hope that the Athens Alliance Coalition operates the camp through the end of its contractual term,” Williams told Flagpole

Williams did call for Hardy to be removed as First Step’s director, though. In a memo to AAC’s board of directors, Williams cited ACC’s ability to terminate its contract with First Step due to illegal conduct. When asked for a continuity plan after Hardy’s arrest in August, board chair Brent Temple had proposed that Executive Director of Assistance Marcel Mincey or Project Director Tershant Smith take over in Hardy’s absence. In response to Williams’ May 3 memo, the board suggested that Hardy be allowed to run the camp from home. He was still working onsite as of May 10, when he met with reporters in his office and gave them a tour of the camp.

Bolstering the case against Hardy, a draft of an independent audit—required for any organization that receives more than $750,000 from the federal American Rescue Plan Act—found that Hardy was spending taxpayer money with no oversight from the board. He had a debit card and was essentially signing off on his own expense account, according to the May 10 audit by the Gainesville accounting firm Rushton.

The camp was controversial from the beginning, when Mayor Kelly Girtz broke a tie in September 2021 on a vote to create it. Its critics said the $2.5 million would be better off spent on permanent housing. Supporters countered that they needed to move quickly because CSX Transportation was set to clear out a large camp on railroad

property, and that giving them a safe place to pitch their tents would allow service providers to help them find permanent housing.

The Athens Alliance Coalition was the only organization to apply for the $2.5 million contract, a portion of the billions in emergency COVID funding that the federal government poured into local governments during the pandemic. The commission approved it despite doubts raised by ACC staff about its lack of experience with strict federal reporting requirements.

Little of that money goes into Hardy’s pocket, he said, estimating he makes about $18 or $19 an hour. Much of it is spent on around-the-clock security and paying other staffers. Some went toward fixing up the abandoned school where the camp is located. But the multimillion-dollar contract changed the perception of AAC in the community. “When they say money is the root of all evil, I believe that,” Hardy said.

to expel or fire them for any small offense, which Hardy denies.

“[Hardy] said to me one day that security was the worst he had ever seen,” Campbell told Flagpole. “That’s a reflection on me. It bothered me.” Campbell said he quit shortly after that conversation after overhearing Hardy criticizing another camp employee.

The recent conviction is not the only criminal case Hardy’s facing, either. He was charged in February with going to an employee’s mother’s house, knocking a plate of food from the employee’s hand and pushing her. Two accusations of sexual harassment have been filed against him. Another former employee also accused Hardy of sexual battery, but no charges were filed.

Up until the end, Hardy maintained that he’s not going anywhere. And if he were forced out, he said a lot of the camp’s equipment—appliances and furniture donated to the AAC or purchased with his own money—would be coming with him. “If this closes down,” he said, “there won’t be nothing left but tents.”

Close Ties Severed

The dispute showed just how closely tied Hardy was to AAC, an organization he founded in 2016. “You can’t get rid of the man who owns Athens Alliance Coalition,” he says. “That means closing the encampment.”

Up until Hardy was suspended, Temple told Flagpole that the Athens Alliance Coalition would keep him on as executive director. “We believe that the evidence is clear, and that Charles should’ve been exonerated in that case,” Temple said before the board reversed course. But when Hardy wouldn’t abide by an agreement between the board and Williams that Hardy would work from home and stay away from the camp, the board placed him on administrative leave, with Mincey and Smith taking over the camp’s operations until a permanent director is found.

Hardy started helping the homeless using his own money after his mother died 11 years ago. Just hours before her death, according to Hardy, she told her son that helping the homeless should be his life’s work. “I changed my life and gave my life to God,” he says.

As the outside audit and HCD records make clear, Hardy and AAC were simply too closely intertwined. Combine the financial irregularities with the criminal conviction and sexual harassment allegations, and the situation became untenable.

As ACC staff had worried, AAC has had trouble complying with federal regulations. According to a letter sent on Sept. 8 to the Athens Alliance Coalition board by Andrew Saunders, then the interim director of the ACC Housing and Community Development department, Hardy’s personal timesheets were consistently inaccurate and missing important information. The letter, obtained through an open records request, also details how Hardy’s team has failed to disclose conflicts of interest when hiring outside contractors. Saunders described how Smith hired a relative to mow the encampment’s lawn, paying him over $1,000 at the same time Hardy and other employees of the camp were referencing lawn care as a duty they were performing in their timesheets.

Saunders refused to reimburse the Athens Alliance Coalition for many expenses HCD deemed inappropriate, including lump sum payments of $200–$600 for attending a sexual harassment workshop. Saunders asked that the employees be compensated only on an hourly basis for the training, and noted that some employees had already recorded those hours as time worked but were given a lump sum payment as well.

Saunders also expressed concern over the extremely high rate of turnover among camp employees. Former employees at the camp, including former program director Charetta Milton and former head of security Charles Campbell, say Hardy created a hostile work environment at First Step. During the time of their employment, they say Hardy was an intimidating presence at the camp who belittled residents and employees alike, constantly threatening

“It seems clear to me that Charles needs to step back,” ACC Commissioner Jesse Houle said before the board ousted Hardy. “It can’t keep relying on one person when that person has been convicted of [a crime].”

Although AAC was the sole bidder back in 2021, other organizations would likely be interested in partnering with AAC now. “When the project was a theory, no one wanted to touch it. Now, more experienced groups are interested,” said Houle, who was instrumental in establishing the camp and pushed to award AAC the contract rather than reopen bidding.

The local government is taking public input on how to address Athens’ homelessness problem through the end of May, and a consultant will release a set of recommendations this summer, Mayor Kelly Girtz said. One of the preliminary recommendations is setting up more permanent housing, such as acquiring a motel to use as a shelter.

From the standpoint of quickly getting unhoused individuals off the street and transitioning them into jobs and permanent housing, though, everyone involved agrees First Step has been a success. Houle said he’d like to see the program renewed when AAC’s contract is up at the end of the year. “In spite of the warts of the program, it’s shown real value,” they said. “A lot of people are experiencing more stability than they have in the past.”

Complicating matters, though, the ACC government recently discovered that, under final guidance about how ARPA funds can be spent, the homeless camp is not eligible. That means another source of funding will have to be found to keep First Step open beyond 2023. “We’re going to have to choose a different adventure,” said Girtz. f

Charles Hardy, pictured at the First Step homeless camp in April 2022.

ISABELLA MORGAN / FILE

That’s a Wrap

KEMP SIGNS 250 BILLS, VETOES 14 BY DEADLINE

By Stanley Dunlap news@flagpole.com

Gov. Brian Kemp vetoed legislation that would have allowed legislators to control tuition hikes at public universities ahead of last week’s deadline for signing or rejecting legislation passed by the General Assembly.

Kemp vetoed two higher education measures and signed 250-plus bills during the 40-day window after the Mar. 29 end of the 2023 legislative session to decide which bills he would sign, would allow to become law unsigned or would be placed on the chopping block. Kemp signed off on a flurry of legislation, including a $32 billion state spending plan starting July 1 that features pay raises for teachers, police officers and other state employees. Kemp also signed off on controversial laws that create a new disciplinary board for district attorneys, ban local officials from accepting private donations for election administration and require local officials to enforce laws on homeless public encampments.

Among Kemp’s 14 vetoes was House Bill 319, which would have required state legislators to approve tuition increases of more than 3% at Georgia’s public colleges and universities. The legislature cannot unilaterally remove the Board of Regents’ power to set tuition costs for the 26 institutions that make up the University System of Georgia, Kemp said. Any changes to how the Board of Regents operates would require a constitutional ballot referendum going before Georgia voters, the Republican governor said.

A number of state lawmakers have expressed frustration over the cost of a new electronic medical records system approved by regents and University System of Georgia Chancellor Sonny Perdue, who took over last year after Kemp removed several members of the Board of Regents. Perdue, a former Georgia governor, has said the regents board may increase tuition in order to cover a $66 million cut in the state budget for the medical records system.

Kemp also nixed House Bill 249 that would have expanded needs-based financial assistance to college students and prevented technical schools from charging tuition to veterans enrolled in commercial driver’s license programs.

Kemp said that legislators did not provide enough funding to pay for increasing grants $2,500 to $3,500 for students who can’t pay the full price of college tuition and to offset the lost tuition at technical colleges. The legislation had support from powerful GOP lawmakers.

“I support veterans initiatives and making education

more affordable,” Kemp said in his veto message. “However, the proposals in this bill are subject to appropriations and the General Assembly failed to fully fund these educational incentives.”

The $32.4 billion state budget signed by Kemp will provide a $2,000 pay raise for state employees, public school teachers and employees of Georgia’s public higher education institutions. In addition, the budget includes salary increases for nurses and custodians in K-12 schools, as well as a $6,000 raise for state troopers and some other law enforcement officers. The budget also increases the amount of tuition awarded to HOPE college scholarship recipients.

This new budget also includes $1.6 million allocated to a new prosecutors oversight commission intended to review complaints lodged against local district attorneys and allow the board to dish out punishment. Senate Bill 92, which Kemp signed last week, is hailed by Republican supporters as a tool for reigning in rogue district attorneys. The new commission will spell out standards for prosecutors and solicitors.

inalizes homelessness by putting more pressure on local governments and police departments to enforce the laws against public camping.

Kemp signed a controversial law that makes it a felony for local election officials to accept direct donations for local election administration. In a statement, Sen. Max Burns (R-Sylvania) said Senate Bill 222 closes a loophole that has enabled some Democratic-leaning counties to receive millions of dollars during the 2020 election cycle. Under the new law, any private donations would be distributed through state election officials. Democratic lawmakers and several county election supervisors, however, have emphasized that donations were essential for buying election equipment and paying poll workers, particularly during the worst of the 2020 pandemic.

“This measure is an important and necessary step in guaranteeing our elections are not subject to interference from third-party organizations,” Burns said. “It is vital that all funding for elections is properly allocated from the state level to limit the possibility that our state and local election workers are influenced by organizations that operate on their own self-interest.”

Kemp also signed off on a new law that allows people to take time off work during early voting. Voters now have a two-hour window during the early voting period and on Election Day.

“This bill would further empower Georgians to participate in one of the most important civic duties,” said Sen. Rick Williams (R-Milledgeville), who sponsored SB 129.

Several notable bills failed to make it across the finish line in this year’s legislative session, but could be revived in January when legislators return for the second year of a two-year cycle.

Democratic lawmakers and other critics argue that the Republicans’ plan removes prosecutorial discretion to deciding how cases should be prioritized in each community. Some local prosecutors in Democratic strongholds have said publicly they will not make prosecuting possession of small amounts of marijuana a priority. Democrats have also connected the GOP’s push for an oversight commission with the ongoing investigation into the post-election 2020 actions of former President Donald Trump by Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis. Meanwhile, Kemp also signed a law that its backers call a necessary first step in addressing systemic homelessness. The new law gives the state attorney general the power to intervene if local officials try to block enforcement of ordinances prohibiting unauthorized sleeping on sidewalks and other public spaces. Critics argue, however, that it crim-

Next year GOP lawmakers are likely to renew their fight to expand a program that redirects state funds to cover private school tuition. A school voucher bill this year was defeated in the House after a handful of Republican lawmakers bucked a party-line vote. The voucher debate revolves around the merits of funneling public education funding to private schools so parents have more options to select which schools their children attend.

And for several years, legislators in both chambers have bickered over how to fix Georgia’s long-stalled medical cannabis distribution system. Legislators are expected to renew the debate in 2024 as they attempt to reach a compromise on hemp product regulations, industry oversight, and expanding the number of licenses for low-THC oils for those suffering from serious illnesses. Georgia’s first medical cannabis dispensaries opened at the end of April, eight years after lawmakers approved a regulating commission in 2015. This month an open government advocacy nonprofit filed a brief with the Georgia Supreme Court asking that it help remove some of the secrecy shrouding the state’s regulation of medical cannabis. f

This article originally appeared in the Georgia Recorder.

Gov. Brian Kemp, with his wife Marty, signs the Coleman-Baker Act, a law creating a cold case unit within the Georgia Bureau of Investigation, named for Tara Baker, a UGA student whose 1990 murder remains unsolved.

COURTESY OF THE GOVERNOR’S OFFICE

good growing

Winning at Watering

HOW TO QUENCH YOUR PLANTS’ THIRST THIS SUMMER

By Erin France news@flagpole.com

Whether you’ve got a few potted gems on your porch or a whole front-yard garden, you can’t rely on rainwater for irrigation anymore. Watering is one of those seemingly simple plant-care tasks that can get tangled.

I find that watering more deeply but fewer times is the best practice. Part of that comes from my experience working in a greenhouse. “When you think you’ve watered enough, water it one more time,” Greenhouse Boss Man once said. The lesson stuck. Part of my belief comes from my garden’s clay soil, which retains moisture much longer than sandy soil does.

germinate and grow. Wetting them with a standard nozzle or watering can causes soil to wash over the seeds. Misters spray just enough to soak the seeds and soil without disturbing anything. It works well, but can take some time to adequately bathe your seeds.

BOTTOM WATERING TRAYS

For: Indoor plants, potted plants, seedling trays

Does it cut down on soil-borne diseases? Yes, definitely. Can it take a longer time if you have a bunch of plants and tend to get easily distracted? Yes, which is why it’s not my go-to method for most potted plants. I typically use bottom watering when I notice my front porch ferns looking crispy. If the soil is dry enough, it can become hydrophobic and actually repel water for a time. Sticking the fern in a shallow pool of water and letting it sit for an hour or two solves the problem.

SPRINKLERS

For: Playing, establishing clover lawns, wildflower patches

threats & promises

Killa Cabbi and Queen Seeva Team Up

PLUS, MORE MUSIC NEWS AND GOSSIP

By Gordon Lamb threatsandpromises@flagpole.com

DELIVERING THE GOODS: The stalwart standard-bearers of Athens heavy metal, Shadebeast Records, has a new shop location. This is the fourth address for its physical shop, which demonstrates a level of tenacity and dedication that’s pretty damn admirable. Currently open Monday–Saturday from 11 a.m.–6 p.m., the shop is located at 149 Oneta St. Of course, its online shop at shadebeast.com is always open. If you need more information, please feel free to bug these guys via facebook. com/shadebeastofficial.

WORD ON THE STREET: Athens native and longtime musician Kenny Aguar has announced that a 7-inch record containing Banned 37’s “lost single” is currently in its manufacturing stage. The songs herein are “Guns and Cameras” b/w “Ordinary Day,” each circa 1984. Banned 37 was very much of its time and encompassed a harder-edged style of then-ubiquitous jangle pop/rock. As a time capsule, it’s a nice slice of Athens music history that has never really gotten its full due. As a thing to listen to in 2023, it’s utterly enjoyable, buoyant and evocative. Each song is available to stream online, and I’ll keep you as posted as I can about its eventual physical release. To stream, head to soundcloud. com/kennethaguar70 and get caught up.

highlights are the grindingly motivated “Pixelated rage,” the legitimate dreampop of “The Constellations Didn’t Carve Themselves” and “Asynchronous Bliss,” as well as the mechanical reproduction-mimicking “Moshpit Valhalla.” I’ve yet to be disappointed in anything The Vet’s Fetching has released, and if this record is any indicator, I’m going to have to wait at least a little while longer. Find this and more at thevetsfetching.bandcamp.com.

RING-A-DING-DING: The Segar Jazz Affair the umbrella title under which multiple smooth jazz productions are handled by disc jockey, promoter and personality Dwain Segar—is still going strong and providing a solid base of support for smooth jazz here in Athens. Next up on his events list is a Segar Jazz Affair smooth jazz concert with saxophonist Marcus Click. This show happens at The Rialto Room at Hotel Indigo. Click is a Louisville, KY native now based in Jacksonville, FL. His new album, Brand New Day, is set to be released this month. Click will perform two sets (6:30–7:30 p.m., 7:45–8:45 p.m.) and doors open at 5:30 p.m. Advance tickets are available now for $15 (plus tax and

I check moisture levels by looking at my garden in the morning. If I already see some drooping leaves at 9 a.m., I know it’s best to water. If I’m not sure, I stick my finger into the soil near a few plants. Moisture in the first inch means I can hold off for another day. Here’s a few watering tools and when I think they work best:

WATERING CAN

For: Small gardens, meditative watering

The best watering cans are the ones with a spout diffuser. The single-spout watering cans are pretty, but don’t mimic actual rainfall and can crush tender seedlings. Singlespout watering can redistribute loose soil and disturb small roots. Durable plastic is the way to go here, though there are some nice metal options.

GARDEN

WANDS AND HOSE NOZZLES

For: Small to medium gardens

This is a great tool, though it did take some time for me to find one I didn’t break in a month. Choose a nozzle with more metal than plastic parts, and you’ve got a good chance of keeping it long term. If it has more than two or three options, I feel like I spend more time trying to find the best setting than actually watering.

MISTERS

For: The smallest and most sensitive of seedlings

Some seeds, like lettuce, need sunlight to

If you’ve got a sprinkler setup in your garden, and you’re happy with it, good for you! Mostly, I think sprinklers give cute kids and dogs something to play in during the heat of the summer. It also can help establish larger plots with wildflower fields or clover-filled lawns. Otherwise, sprinklers waste quite a lot of water. I know some gardeners and farmers who swear by their sprinklers, so it might just depend on your experience.

SOAKER HOSE

For: Small to medium gardens

If you’ve got a small garden, this is a great option. It’s easy to hook up, fairly economical, and a $75–100 hose will last for years. Soaker hoses slowly distribute water to the plants along its path, so you will have a bit of a geometry problem when you set it up. These hoses do attract fire ants, particularly when they’re searching for water in drier weather, so keep an eye out and a bag of diatomaceous earth ready, just in case.

IRRIGATION TAPE OR T-TAPE

For: Medium to large gardens

The most expensive option by far, but the one that uses the least amount of water. Spring for the thicker plastic (I have the 15 mm) because the thinner the plastic, the easier it is to puncture. I’ve seen yards and yards of thin-walled irrigation tape wind up in the trash after a few waterings. This is another geometry problem, and you’ll also have to figure flow rates. f

TO A FLAME: In an exciting piece of news, Jacob Morris (Moths) has a new six-song EP coming out June 23 courtesy of Strolling Bones Records. The record, Slow Funeral, was recorded during multiple sessions at Studio 1093 here in town with engineer John Spiegel. The first single, “Lister,” is out now, and it’s a completely serviceable piece of work from Morris, demonstrating his strength as a songwriter and dedicated student of pacing. This solidly strummed piece of gentle folk-indie pop is already primed to be a go-to entry for this year’s summertime mixtapes. Find this and preorder the new record over at strollingbonesrecords.com/ slow-funeral. Jacob Morris will perform at this year’s AthFest Saturday, June 24 on the Georgia Theatre rooftop at 10 p.m., and before that at Hendershot’s on June 6 with Haunted Shed. For all other information, please see jacoblloydmorris.com.

COURTESY KNOCK: While we were sleeping, The Vet’s Fetching slipped out a new nine-track album named Timeshares On Io The brainchild of “some Athens, Georgia weirdo”—its creator’s words, not mine— this project has generally been compelling and quite listenable, even though its chosen musical lane (experimental noise-scapes punctuated with a dusting of melody, but with a few exceptions) is not for the faint of heart or incurious. On this, particular

fees) or you can pay $20 at the door. For tickets, please see bit.ly/SegarJazzMay21. Find more information by checking out marcusclick.com, facebook.com/ OfficialMarcusClick and facebook.com/ Segarjazzaffair.

TUNE UP: The always reliable Killa Cabbi put out a handful of new releases over the past six months, but I’m just going to talk about the newest one. It’s named Who Are You??? and features Cabbi with Queen Seeva. This release eschews all things reggae, which is the cornerstone of most of Cabbi’s output, in favor of catchy low-key club bangers. The permanent midnight of the darkly propulsive “What Is Love” is immediately car stereo-worthy, as is Cameo-meets-Kraftwek “Rain Down.” Cabbi is a consistently creative artist whose roll hasn’t slowed yet, so head over to echobassrecords.bandcamp. com and try to keep up. f

A spray nozzle works well for watering larger seedlings and plants.

ERIN FRANCE

Anime Zayy’s Immortal

By Sam Lipkin editorial@flagpole.com

Over the last six years, Xavier Ellison, under his artist name Anime Zayy, has put out numerous albums, EPs and singles with a consistency that matches his efforts to refine and develop a sound unique in the Athens hip-hop scene. It balances introspective thoughts, love ballads and trap rap with an airy sound that treads between ambient pop rap and R&B.

“My goal was always… when people hear my music, to make them float,” says Ellison.

That experience of floating is deeply rooted in Ellison’s entire brand as an artist, which features butterflies as a visual anchor. From cover art to merch designs to Ellison’s personal fashion, butterflies make an intentional appearance. Ellison explains that he’s always loved butterflies since he was a child, and it’s an image he wants people to associate with him. Combined with space themes and soft color palettes, he puts a lot of thought into creating an aesthetic that matches the music.

The cover art and title of Ellison’s new album, Immortal, coming out on May 27, might feel at odds with the description of his work so far, but that, too, has a purpose. Although it appears much darker in tone, with Ellison sprouting devilish horns from his forehead, the overall message is one of growth.

“When people hear the title Immortal, they probably be like, ‘Oh, this dude crazy; he thinks he’s immortal,’” says Ellison. “That’s not really the point I’m talking about. I want to be a better version of myself for when it’s time for me to leave this realm. I have my art. When I’m gone, the stuff that I left out is still here.”

Taking inspiration from Tyler, the Creator’s Call Me If You Get Lost, there’s a story woven into the tracks narrated by Jeffery Blakely, known as rapper Kxng Blanco. The story explains how the devil horns represent Ellison transparently wearing his sins, which everyone carries but few bare upfront. By being honest about exactly who you are, all of the good and the bad, you can move forward with intent to be an even better person. This journey and idea of blossoming guides the narrative of all the album’s pieces.

Aside from Blakely recording Immortal’s intro, Ellison recorded, mixed and mastered all of the tracks. From album to album and track to track in Ellison’s discography, there’s a very fluid and cohesive feel that can be explained by fewer cooks in

the kitchen. However, there’s also a trail of ever-improving confidence and sound quality reflective of Ellison cultivating his skills over the years. The DIY spirit is strong in Athens, especially in expansive hip-hop home studios, and Ellison feels his hands-on approach has been key in how he’s developed his sound.

“I want to be in control of everything, because I know what I need to do to bring my sound out. And me personally, I’m bad at giving directions. So if I can figure it out myself, nine times out of 10 I’ll know how to do it,” says Ellison.

mom in the studio, but I was more interested in the production than the actual singing. That’s why I started making beats early on,” says Ellison. “I love vibes more than hype music. [My mom] could be a reason why.”

Ellison started making beats at a young age, then in the summer of 2017, as he was going into his senior year of high school, he started rapping for the first time. At the time he and his friends created the hiphop collective Rich Music Cartel, and they encouraged him to try out the mic. Rich Music Cartel was a starting point that operated as a group endeavor making hype hip hop, so it wasn’t until Ellison began exploring Anime Zayy as a solo artist that he started experimenting with his now iconic lo-fi and floaty sound.

There was a moment as he was just getting started as an artist that he looks back on now as “the turning point.” In 2018 his father’s family was having a birthday party for his grandmother, and being the creative group that they are, they held a family talent show. The experience was motivating and opened Ellison’s eyes that he wanted to pursue music in a real way. Coming from a family that already has a reputation for music can be pressuring for some, but Ellison is adamant that he’s never tried to live up to expectations and has always pursued his own path that’s true to himself, which has meant being the oddball at times.

Pinpointing and bringing out that sound has been a process, but it’s no surprise that Ellison’s mainstream influences include Travis Scott and Chris Brown, along with Kanye’s more psychedelic beats as inspiration. Growing up in a family of musicians also played an important role in Ellison becoming an artist. His father, Darrin Ellison, has a rich history in Athens as the award-winning hip-hop artist Elite Tha Showstoppa. Latashia Pittard-Watkins, his mother, sings as the neo soul and R&B artist Tashia Love. She’s even featured on some of his previous projects. Being surrounded by music, Ellison explains he always knew that’s what he wanted to do, but for a long time he had no intentions of being a rapper.

“I wanted to be more in the background scenes because I used to always see my

For the release of Immortal, Ellison did let family conversations impact one decision: to distribute a clean version. He says that he does have a giant family that supports him, but many of his elders have been dismayed at the amount of cursing in the past and wished they had a clean version to stream. Not to mention, many community performance opportunities require family-friendly edits, so having an explicit and clean version will only open his music to a wider audience. It’s also important to him that children, as the future, can have appropriate access to his music and message.

As an artist, Ellison has been in the lucky position to have a supportive family, and he says that no one ever told him to stop. Even if they had, he feels he’s always believed in himself so strongly that nothing could have changed that. As a final statement about his work and his journey, he wants others to pursue their creative interests and not let the time and patience required convince them otherwise.

“I can say that my old, old stuff was trash. Not going to lie to you. I just knew that eventually I was going to sound better,” says Ellison. “I’m at the point where I feel like I have my sound, and I know where I want to be. I know I’m not there yet, but I know where I want to be, and I think I’m on track to that.” f

A Q&A with Pearl & The Oysters

THE PLACES AND INSPIRATIONS BEHIND COAST 2 COAST

By Patrick Barry music@flagpole.com

Nathan Sheets’ new tape label, Attaboy Tapes, is presenting the dreamiest 40 Watt Club bill in recent memory on May 23, featuring local band Night Palace and Los Angeles-based synth-pop duo Pearl & The Oysters. Composed of partners Joachim “Jojo” Polack and Juliette Pearl Davis, Pearl & The Oysters delivers lush, groovy synth arrangements and catchy pop tunes influenced by the many worlds they have traversed. After meeting and making music in their native Paris, France, Polack and Davis followed their twin muse to Gainesville, FL. There, they flourished in the DIY scene, releasing several critically acclaimed albums.

Their most recent album, Coast 2 Coast, was released Apr. 21 under LA label Stones Throw, which has made Pearl & The Oysters labelmates with acts like Madlib, The Koreatown Oddity and Mild High Club.

Below, the duo discusses where they came from, where they’re going and why in the world anyone would move from Paris to Florida.

Flagpole: You all just had an album come out. Could you tell me a little about it?

Jojo Polack: Well, it was really written kind of between Gainesville and Los Angeles. So, we did about half of the record in Florida, and then we moved halfway through the writing and recording process. So, that was kind of like the basic idea behind the title. It was kind of like our journey.

Our music is always very inspired by the landscapes that surround us. Since the beginning of this band, I think it’s kind of been an exercise in exoticism, in a way. At least for us, everything is just very alien. When we moved to the States, it felt like that because Florida is very swampy. It’s very different from urban Paris. So, it became part of the identity of the band, I think, to equate the nature around us almost to discovering a new planet. We let ourselves be permeated by the environment, in the way we use synthesizers to imitate organic life, like bugs and birds. We

keep doing it because we think it’s aesthetically fruitful, I guess.

FP: I hear a lot of city pop and Yellow Magic Orchestra influence in your music. Am I wrong there?

JP: Oh yeah, they’re all over this album. And the last one. I feel like YMO is the main influence. You know, they had that great year in ’78 where all the members made amazing solo records and were involved in maybe five or six incredible albums. And maybe if you had only done that in your whole life, it’s enough, you know? That was just a year for them. And that’s, to me, so mind-blowing. So, yeah, there’s such a big influence. Especially the early YMO. The first and second album. That’s also where the name of the song comes from. It’s very on the nose with that. It’s sort of an homage.

FP: Do you want to talk a little about what Gainesville was like? I’ve been once for this big book sale they hold down there.

JP: Yes, yes! Thanks for reminding me of that. It was so great. That was a happy place. A friend of ours found an original pressing of the White Album with the poster, and got it for like $2 or something. Crazy. It’s insane. Yeah, Gainesville, I mean, Gainesville completely… I feel like there’s a very, very, very clear before and after for us. It completely altered the scope of our understanding of art. I always make it seem like it was such an impactful thing, but I think it was for the both of us. There was the culture shock and there was the sort of ecosystem shock, right. But there was also the way people were in this town. It was so inspiring.

Juliette Davis: Yeah, because we came from Paris, you know, and I mean, looking back, everything felt so stiff in the arts.

JP: And also cutthroat.

JD: Yeah, cutthroat.

JP: There was not much uplifting each

what Athens fostered with Elephant 6, that sort of a scene. I wasn’t there at that time, but that’s what it feels like it was.

I think that’s something that’s maybe a little specific to the Southeast, where there’s a lot of pride in the history of indie pop music there. And people are really trying to help each other and create a circuit for bands to tour and do DIY shows and try to get everybody, you know, to try to make this culture possible, basically.

FP: What brought y’all over here from Paris?

JP: Well, we both have dual citizenship through our respective mothers. We’d both lived our entire lives in Paris, and Juliette had this urge to spend a few years in the States, test the waters and see if she could make music. Singing jazz has always been a big dream of hers.

So, then I had to have a plan. I felt really reassured by the idea of going to school. I was really interested in Brazilian music, and still am. In Paris, I was studying classical composition and feeling more and more depressed about the culture and the institutions, the conservatory. It was very alienating.

So, I got an assistantship at the University of Florida in Gainesville, thinking I could get my doctorate in musicology in like two, three years, which was ambitious and very naive.

FP: What was it like touring in those early days?

JD: I have this memory of being exactly at the border between Florida and Georgia at a gas station and just saying a few words to the salesperson at the gas station. And they looked at me, and they said, “Oh, Pepé Le Pew?” That’s like the only French thing they know. Like, much as it was exotic to us, I think we were exotic to a lot of people. But yeah, I mean, it was incredible. We grew up watching road movies and being fascinated by them, so it was like living a fantasy. I mean, you know how weird this country is and how weird the Southeast is.

FP: How did y’all meet Nathan?

JP: Well, at the time when we started touring, there were these Facebook groups: “Indie Nashville” or “DIY Nashville,” “DIY Philly.” Everyone was friends of friends of friends, and they set up this network for musicians to connect. It seems simple now, but it was so strange to us then. We really felt welcomed.

So, that’s how we met Nathan. There are so many bands in Athens that we love, too: Surface to Air Missive, Floral Portrait, Locate S,1. f

For the full interview, go online at flagpole.com.

WHO: Pearl & The Oysters, Night Palace WHERE: 40 Watt Club WHEN: Tuesday, May 23, 7:30 p .m . HOW MUCH: $15 (adv )

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DeVonte’ Michael Williams

Kelvie Chartelle Williams

Natalia Joy Williams

Zipporah Williams

Nicolas John Navarro Willman

Aniya M. Winston

Antonio S. Witcher

Mars Genesis Wong

Annabella Jane Wood

Elliott David Woodward

Angelica Faith Wright

Leela Elizabeth Wright

Erin Jordan Wyatt

Carly B. Wyrick

Gaona

Zariah Hawkins

Eugene Rhodes

Jalayla Rose

Anasia Stephens Alexander Timko

Week 3: June 19th-23rd

Week 4: July 10th-14th

Week 5: July 17th-21st

live music calendar

Tuesday 16

Hendershot’s No Phone Party. 7 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.com

KENOSHA KID Instrumental adventure-jazz group centered around the rollicking compositions of Dan Nettles and featuring Luca Lombardi, Seth Hendershot and various guests. The May residency shows coincide with Hendershot’s No Phone Parties.

work.shop

8 p.m. $10. www.workshopathens. com

UNKNOWN BALLERS Recording project of NYC’s Eamonn Wilcox, who writes dreamy, surrealist synthpop songs.

MARCEL SLETTEN Ambient electronica musician and owner of the independent label Primordial Void.

PATRICK BARRY Local songwriter weaving stories with his baritone voice and intricate fingerstyle.

The World Famous

10 p.m. www.facebook.com/theworld

famousathens

MCQQEEN Local noise-punk band with reverb-soaked vocals.

PROBLEMS New house music from Nebraska influenced subversive dance music project from 1manbandgod founder Darren Keen. SAFETY FLUID New local project. BEER PISS Athens hardcore punk group.

Wednesday 17

ATHICA

Sonic Space. 7 p.m. www.athica.org

ARNAUD RIVIÈRE French experimental electroacoustic musician, free improvisor, instrument designer and sound installation artist. Athentic Brewing Co.

7–9 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing. com

WEDNESDAY KARAOKE NIGHT

Choose from a catalog of over 51,000 songs ranging from pop, rock, musical theater and more. Creature Comforts

Brewery

Athens Farmers Market. 5–8 p.m. FREE! www.athensfarmersmarket.net

CARNIVAL BARKER No info available. (6 p.m.)

Flicker Theatre & Bar

9 p.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreand bar.com

DR. FRED’S KARAOKE Featuring a large assortment of pop, rock, indie and more.

Georgia Theatre

8 p.m. $22. www.georgiatheatre.com

BOOGIE T.RIO Electronic producer Boogie T and his live band. Porterhouse Grill

6–8:30 p.m. www.porterhousegrill athens.com

JAZZ NIGHT Longest running jazz gig in Athens captained by drummer extraordinaire Mason Davis and featuring a rotating cast of familiar faces. The trio sails nimbly through choice selections of the American songbook, bossa nova classics and crossover hits.

Thursday 18

B&B Theatre

The Athens Fair. 5–7 p.m. www.facebook.com/carrcarnivals

RC OUTLAW COWBOY Country and gospel singer with over four decades of experience.

Ciné

8 p.m. $10. www.athenscine.com

SONGWRITER SHOWCASE A.M.

Rodriguez hosts a monthly series that pairs a touring songwriter and an Athens songwriter for a chance to hear stories and learn about the craft behind the tunes. Tonight’s guests are Slow Parade and Christian Sparacio.

Downtown Athens

5:30 p.m. athfactormedia@gmail.com

THE ATHENS POWER CYPHER

Emcees, rappers and entertainers will step up and showcase their rhymes, flows and unique styles in celebration of the 50th anniversary of hip hop. The event will move from the corner of Pulaski and Clayton Streets up Clayton to Lo Down & Duddy’s Walk of Fame plaque, turning left at Mural Alley towards Ishues’ Walk of Fame plaque, then across Hot Corner to the World Famous for an open mic.

Flicker Theatre & Bar

8 p.m. $12. www.flicker theatreandbar.com

THE VELDT North Carolina soulpowered shoegaze band.

NULL Post-punk band from Athens featuring Will Wise of Garden Club and Adam Wayton of The Pink Stones.

AUNT MOTH Post-post-punk band from Athens.

Georgia Theatre 8 p.m. $20. www.georgia theatre.com

DOPAPOD Technically complex rock band blending, funk, jazz, bluegrass and electronica.

Hendershot’s 8 p.m. FREE! www.hendershotsathens. com

JAZZ JAM Seth Hendershot and the house band Unstarched host an open jazz jam. Bring an instrument or your voice. Every Third Thursday.

Hotel Indigo

Live After Five Series. 5:30 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/AubreyEntertainmentAthensGA

WADE HUDSON “The Rockin’ Real Estate Agent” is a one-man tribute band.

Southern Brewing Co.

6–10 p.m. www.sobrewco.com

KARAOKE NIGHT Every Thursday evening.

tiny ATH gallery

Susie Criswell Closing Reception. 6–9 p.m. Donations accepted. www.tiny athgallery.com

JOHN KIRAN FERNANDES Local Elephant 6 stalwart and multiinstrumentalist works his improvisational magic on the clarinet and loop pedal.

The World Famous 8 p.m. www.facebook.com/theworld famousathens

ONE MIC OPEN MIC Community members will share poems, rhymes, monologues and ballads in an open mic format in celebration of the 50th anniversary of hip hop. Music by DJ Chief Rocka.

Friday 19

40 Watt Club

7 p.m. $27 (adv.), $32 (door), $100 (VIP pre-show party). www.40watt. com

WARD DAVIS Country rock artist with a world-weary voice.

JOSH MELOY Oklahoma country artist.

Buvez

7–10 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ darkentriesathens

DARK ENTRIES KARAOKE Sing your favorite song from a curated catalog of classic to modern goth, post-punk, punk and industrial.

Creature Comforts

Brewery

7–9 p.m. www.creaturecomfortsbeer. com

BARRETT DAVIS TRIO Born into the mecca of Appalachian folk music in Western North Carolina, Davis writes songs that traverse the musical lineage of the mountains in a kaleidoscope of old-time, early country, folk and bluegrass.

Rabbit Hole Studios

7–11 p.m. FREE! (karaoke), $5 (headphones).

KARAOKE & SILENT DISCO

DANCE PARTY Sing a song or dance to songs with headphones.

Flicker Theatre & Bar

8 p.m. $10. www.flickertheatreandbar. com

FAB BIRD Drummer for Elf Power Peter Alvanos shares his psych pop.

NANOCAR Indie rock band with rich harmonic segments.

Front Porch Bookstore

6 p.m. FREE! Find Front Porch Bookstore on Facebook

KNOX WILLIAMS Atlanta-based singer-songwriter.

G Brand BBQ

12–2 p.m. www.gbrandbbq.com

RC OUTLAW COWBOY Country and gospel singer with over four decades of experience.

Hendershots

3 p.m. FREE! www.hendershotsathens. com

ATHENS YOUTH SYMPHONY

PIANO QUINTET AYS members perform chamber music works by Mozart, Dohnyani, Chopin, Corelli and Handel.

Bi-Monthly Legends Series. 8 p.m. (doors), 9 p.m. (show). www.hendershotsathens.com

A MODERN TRIBUTE TO MOTOWN SOUL Members of Aquatic Soul perform hits by Marvin Gaye, The Temptations, Tammi Terrell, Smokey Robinson & The Miracles, Stevie Wonder, The Jackson Five and more.

Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall

7:30 p.m. $7.50–12.50. pac.uga.edu

Rialto Club

5:30 p.m. (doors). 6:30 p.m. & 7:45 p.m. (two sets). $15 (adv.), $20. bit.ly/SegarJazzMay21

THE SEGAR JAZZ AFFAIR WXAG

radio DJ Dwain Segar curates a night of smooth jazz.

MARCUS CLICK Florida-based jazz saxophonist. The World Famous

8:30 p.m. www.facebook.com/the worldfamousathens

EASTER ISLAND Ambient dreampop act plays its first show in Athens since 2019.

SLOW TEETH Cinematic music inspired by Radiohead, Pink Floyd and Sigur Ros.

Monday 22

Ciné

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

KARAOKE WITH THE KING Show off your pipes to the world. Every Tuesday.

Tuesday 23

40 Watt Club

7:30 p.m. $15. www.40watt.com

PEARL & THE OYSTERS Breezy synth-pop duo influenced by Japanese city pop and alternative hip hop.

BRAD GERKE Athens-based singer-songwriter.

Flicker Theatre & Bar

Michael Potter’s Birthday and Moving Away Bash. 7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $10–15 suggested donation. www.flickertheatreandbar.com

DAN MELCHIOR BAND English garage rocker and eclectic musician now based in NC.

JOSEPH ALLRED Tennessee artist creating moving, timeless guitar compositions in the American Primitive styles.

DELAWARE DAN Psych folk artist Alex Homan.

JOHN FERNANDES AND DAVID MCCOY Ambient duo.

IN A KYTHE Local ambient artist Lydian Brambila. THE ELECTRIC NATURE Michael Potter’s experimental electronic outfit.

Georgia Theatre

6:30 p.m. (doors), 7:30 p.m. (show). $25 (adv.), $30. www.georgia theatre.com

BLOODYWOOD Metal band from India incorporating traditional Indian instruments into heavy metal.

VENDED Iowa metal band.

WARGASM Electro-punk band from the UK.

Innovation Amphitheater

6 p.m. (doors), 7 p.m. (show). $25. www.innovationamphitheater.com

DOUG STONE Country artist who has been cutting hits for 30 years.

T. GRAHAM BROWN Chart-topping country artist.

International Grill & Bar

7 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/IGB

AthensGA

FLOYD WEAVER Guitarist performing favorite R&B selections.

No. 3 Railroad Street

7 p.m. www.3railroad.org

The Root

9 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ AubreyEntertainmentAthensGA

STRANGE LUCK Athens four-piece band playing danceable rock and pop songs from the last several decades.

VFW Post 2872

8 p.m.. $10. www.facebook.com/vfw post2872

CHRIS HAMPTON BAND Athensbased band performing a variety of country, western and rock dance music.

Saturday 20

40 Watt Club

7 p.m. $15. www.40watt.com

THEM DIRTY ROSES Southern country rock.

JOSI J AND DESSERT Soul influenced country band.

TANNER BURCH Barfly poet and troubadour.

Athentic Brewing Co.

6 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing. com

WADE NEWBURY Singer and guitarist performing an acoustic solo set.

Bishop Park

Athens Farmers Market. 8 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.athensfarmersmarket.net

DAVID COURT One-man band playing harmonica, dulcimer and foot tambourine. (8 a.m.)

38 STRINGS Multi-generational acoustic folk music with 38 strings between them. (10 a.m.)

Boutier Winery & Inn

6:30 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $25. www.boutierwinery.com

THE GRAINS OF SAND Local band with a four-piece horn section offering up your favorite ’60s and ’70s beach and Motown music.

ATHENS MASTER CHORALE A concert of glorious choral music with orchestral accompaniment by Mozart, Bach, Haydn, Verdi, Faure, Bernstein and others.

International Grill & Bar

7 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/IGB

AthensGA

JANET AND THE NEW DOGS

Athens-based all-star band playing smokin’ blues, R&B and classic rock.

Platt Brooks Estate

Venue

7 p.m. www.facebook.com/PlattBrooks

Estate

BOOMERANG Randy Gaddo performs music from the ‘40s to contemporary beach, country, rock, Southern rock, easy listening and classics.

VFW Post 2872

6 p.m. (doors). $25. 706-353-7797

TEE WEAVER Member of Sounds of Motown and TNT Band and Productions celebrates the release of a new single, “Everyday Miracles.” Entry includes food from Weaver D’s.

Winghouse Grill

Winghouse Grill Anniversary Party. 11 a.m.–9 p.m. 706-850-8250

ZACH HAINES Acoustic country singer-songwriter.

BRANDON SEARS BAND Playing classic Southern rock and more.

Sunday 21

Athentic Brewing Co.

2–5 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing. com

ATHENTIC BLUEGRASS JAM

Players of all skill levels are invited to participate in this open jam, which strives to unite members of the local folk music community.

Boutier Winery & Inn

Wine Down. 3–5 p.m. FREE! www. boutierwinery.com

DOC Soft modern rock songs.

NIGHT PALACE Avery Leigh Draut leads this dreamy outfit. Hendershot’s No Phone Party. 7 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.com

KENOSHA KID Instrumental adventure-jazz group centered around the rollicking compositions of Dan Nettles and featuring Luca Lombardi, Seth Hendershot and various guests. The May residency shows coincide with Hendershot’s No Phone Parties.

Wednesday 24

Athentic Brewing Co. 7–9 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing. com

WEDNESDAY KARAOKE NIGHT

Choose from a catalog of over 51,000 songs ranging from pop, rock, musical theater and more. Creature Comforts Brewery Athens Farmers Market. 5–8 p.m. FREE! www.athensfarmersmarket.net

A.M. RODRIGUEZ & HIS LIL’ POCKET PROTECTION BAND

Local bluesy, alt-country singersongwriter.

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.

Hendershot’s 8 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.com

NEW FACES NIGHT Hear musicians try out new material, or come share your own.

Porterhouse Grill

6–8:30 p.m. www.porterhousegrill athens.com

JAZZ NIGHT Longest running jazz gig in Athens captained by drummer Mason Davis and featuring a cast of familiar faces. The trio sails nimbly through choice selections of the American songbook, bossa nova classics and crossover hits. f

Dopapod will perform at the Georgia Theatre on Thursday, May 18.

MICHAEL WEINTROB

bulletin board

urday at 8:30–9:30 a.m. Email for details. richardshoe@gmail.com

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.

ArtATHENS 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

CALL FOR ART (Oconee Cultural Arts Foundation) Artists can submit up to three works of art for inclusion in the exhibition “Myth, Magic and Mystery.” All media will be considered. Find the submission form online. Deadline May 24. $25–30 submission fee. www.ocaf.com

CALL FOR ART (Winterville Community Center) Seeking artists for an upcoming exhibition. Artists and poets can submit up to three JPEG or .doc files by email. Deadline June 7. wacartshows@gmail.com

CALL FOR ARTISTS (Lyndon House Arts Center) The upcoming exhibition “Rescue: Waste and Redemption” seeks artists who transform industrial byproducts into artworks or craft objects. Artists whose practice involves the use of environmentally conscious processes or materials are encouraged to apply. Fill out online form. Deadline Sept. 20. Exhibition runs Apr. 6–June 1, 2024. www.accgov.com/7345/

Call-for-Artists

CALL FOR EXHIBITION PROPOSALS (Lyndon House Arts Center)

Artists, artist groups and curators can submit proposals for original exhibition ideas. Artists can also submit images of their work for consideration in larger group or

themed shows organized by the center. Proposals will be reviewed Sept. 20, 11:59 p.m. www.accgov. com/6657/Exhibition-ProposalForm

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 weekly on Instagram (@georgiamuseum) until July 11, when voting for the top eight will shift to in-person. Winner announced Aug. 26. www.georgia museum.org

ONLINE POTTERY AUCTION

(Oconee Cultural Arts Foundation) Choose from selections from the private collection of Bob and Yukiko Marable. Featured artists include Ron Meyers, Michael Pitts, Michael Simon and Alice Woodruff. Auction runs May 19, 8 a.m.–June 2, 11:55 p.m. givebutter.com/MarablePottery

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.

art around town

ACE/FRANCISCO GALLERY & OX FINE ART (675 Pulaski St., Suites 1500 and 1700) The two galleries present “Hearts in Repair: The Necessity of Seduction,” an exhibition by Birmingham artist Karen Graffeo. Through May 20.

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

ATHICA@CINÉ GALLERY (234 W. Hancock Ave.) “Inner Forms: Paintings by Joe Leone” reflects the artist’s love for nature and organic process of blending colors and textures directly on the canvas. Through June 25.

CARTER-COILE COUNTRY DOCTORS MUSEUM (111 Marigold Lane, Winterville) The Charles and Kim Burch Medicine Garden contains 19 non-toxic plants which were cultivated for medicinal use in Georgia between 1870–1940. The inaugural rotating exhibit “I’m Not a Doctor But I Play One on TV” takes a look at the most famous country doctor roles from TV, film and print media through artifacts and archival material. Through July 15.

CLASSIC CENTER (300 N. Thomas St.) Classic Gallery 1 shares “Flourish,” an exhibition of artists inspired by the botanical world including Dallis Foshee, Mary Mason Sams, Marisa Mustard and Zahria Cook. Classic Gallery 2 shares “Works by Bess Carter,” a series of brightly painted interior spaces.

CHOCO PRONTO (700 Baxter St., Suite 400) “Slaying the Badger” by artist and cyclist Rusty Wallace was created in celebration of Athens Twilight. Three mixed media collages on panels and a circular work were directly inspired by the ’84–’86 Tour de France history. Through May 25.

FLICKER THEATRE & BAR (263 W. Washington St.) Artwork by Annelie Klein. Through May 27.

GEORGIA MUSEUM OF ART (90 Carlton St.) “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

accgov.com/7350/Open-StudioMembership

Auditions

ARTIFICE (Elberton Arts Center, Elberton) Encore Productions hosts auditions for adults to participate in a comedy production. The audition consists of reading excerpts from the script. Drop-in auditions held June 12–13, 6–8 p.m. Performances held Aug. 25–27 and Sept. 1–3. tking@cityofelberton.net

Classes

BLACKSMITHING CLASSES (Greenhow Handmade Ironworks, Washington) “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. June 3, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. $150. “Forge a Throwing Tomahawk” is for experienced students. May 27 or June 10, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. $175. “Forge an Iron Age Battle Spear.” May 20 or June 17, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. $175. green howhandmade@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 Sat-

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

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

PANTOMIME (Winterville Cultural Center) Learn the art of pantomime in this five-session course. Mondays, June 19–July 17, 9–11 a.m. $20/class. www.wintervillecenter. com

PLEIN AIR PEN & PENCIL (Winterville Cultural Center) Jack Burk leads a five-session class in drawing at various locations in and around Winterville. Wednesdays and Fridays, June 21–July 5, 9–11:30 a.m. $100. www.wintervillecenter.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 (Starland Lounge & Lanes) Join SALSAthens for Cuban style salsa dance classes. No partner necessary. Beginners welcome. Every Wednes-

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.

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.) Stuart Libby shares a variety of oils on paper, photography and watercolors. Through May.

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

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. • “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. Artist reception May 18, 6–7:30 p.m. Currently on view through June 8. • Collections from our Community presents typewriters from Mike Kilpatrick, Tatiana Veneruso, Mike Landers and Lauren Fancher. Through July 1. • “Love.Craft Athens” is a two-part exhibition of artworks created by the crew of Love.Craft Athens, a nonprofit organization that serves adults with developmental disabilities. Reception June 15, 6 p.m. Paintings and ceramics are currently on view June 20. Ceramics are on view June 17–Oct. 7.

MADISON-MORGAN CULTURAL CENTER (434 S. Main St., Madison)

“Obsessive Compulsive Drawing” is a collection of work by Amandine Drouet and Richard Sudden. Through mid-June.

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

Visiting artist Leah Macdonald presents “Wax Flowers,” a series of floral photo encaustic works. Through June 2. • “Bob Marable: Artist, Collector,

day, 7:30–8:30 p.m. $10. gwyneth. moody@gmail.com

TRADITIONAL MARTIAL ARTS

CLASSES (Live Oak Martial Arts)

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

THE ARK’S ADOPT-A-MOM (Athens, GA) Donations will help send flowers and cards to single mothers served by The Ark and residents in local nursing homes and hospices. Visit the website to register and choose a mom. Proceeds benefit The Ark’s Single Working Mothers Fund, helping single moms avoid eviction and disconnections when they experience a loss of income.

Benefactor” features 35 paintings and drawings by one of OCAF’s founding members. Through June 2. • The 28th annual “SouthWorks National Juried Exhibition” includes 86 works of art by 83 artists selected by Erin Dunn, curator of modern and contemporary art at the Telfair Museum in Savannah. Through June 2.

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.

THE ROOK & PAWN (294 W. Washington St.) “Comic Relief” features 22 Athens artists including Sierra Kirsche, Nyala Honda, Kendall Rogers, Mike Groves, Milk Tooth and A.M. Rodriguez. Through June 10.

TINY ATH GALLERY (174 Cleveland Ave.) Susie Criwell presents a collection of vibrant paintings in “My Pocket of Nature.” Open for Third Thursday, May 18, 6–9 p.m.

UGA SPECIAL COLLECTIONS LIBRARIES (300 S. Hull St.) Six student-curated exhibits explore a variety of topics including the cultural impact of ballet, photography and the abolitionist movement, and women gardeners of the 18th and 19th centuries. • “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.

WINTERVILLE CENTER FOR COMMUNITY AND CULTURE (371 N. Church St., Winterville) “The Marigold Festival Poster Contest Exhibit” shares artwork by local artists alongside this year’s featured artist, Miranda Bellah. Through June 16.

Artwork by Rusty Wallace is currently on view at Choco Pronto through May 25.

Through May. $25. www.athensark. org/adoptamom

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 is preferred. Apply online. scncinc@ gmail.com, www.sandycreeknature centerinc.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 local artist James Greer, is held Wednesdays, 5–6:30 p.m. $25/drop-in, $180 (10-session pass). www.kaartist. com

THE CAMP OF LOVE SUMMER

CAMP (Contact for Location) Ages

3–12 can partake in field trips and fun activities. June 5–July 21, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. 706-540-3397

FOXFIRE SUMMER CAMP (Foxfire Woods and Farm) “Farmyard to Backyard Summer Camp” runs June 5–9. “The Nature of Stories Summer Camp” runs June 12–16. Camps run 8:30–12 p.m. for halfday participants ($145) and 8:30 a.m.–3 p.m. for full-day participants ($245). foxfirewoodsandfarm@ gmail.com, www.foxfirewoodsand farm.com

REPORT CARDS REWARDS PRO-

GRAM (Athens, GA) Students in Kindergarten through 12th grade who reside in Athens-Clarke County can take a copy of their final report cards to a Leisure Services pool or splash pad during aquatics season for rewards. All A’s or E’s guarantees a free summer pool pass. All A’s and B’s or E’s and M’s is good for 10 free swims.

706-613-3589

SPLASH PADS (Multiple Locations)

Walker Park Splash Pad will be open weekends only through May 21 and Aug. 5–27, plus regular seasonal hours May 27–July 30. Rocksprings Park Splash Pad opens May 27. Pools open Memorial Day weekend and close the last weekend of July. www.accgov.com/splashpad

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 ART CAMPS (Oconee

Cultural Arts Foundation) Summer camps run June 5–9 and June 26–30, 10 a.m.–12 p.m. (ages 4–7) or 12:30–2:30 p.m. (ages 8–11. $150–200/week. Six oneweek camps for grades 6–8 run Mondays–Fridays in June and July, 12:30–3:30 p.m. $190–240/week. Check website for activities and grade breakdowns. www.ocaf.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

SUMMER ROCK CAMPS (Full Moon School of Music, Watkinsville) Camps are available for true beginners to advanced musicians. Big Rawk Camp runs June 12–25 (650), Beginner Camp runs July 10–14 ($350) and Rock Camp runs July 17–23 ($450). www.thefull moonschool.com/summer-camp

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

WILD EARTH CAMP (Piedmont Preserve) Weekly adventure camps are offered June 5–July 21 in the forest for ages 4–13. Register online. www.wildearthcamp.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

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.byyour leave.org

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

RECREATE JOY (Sunny Days Therapeutics) Nuçi’s Space hosts a recreational therapy support group. Improve coping skills and self esteem while reducing depression and anxiety through adaptive yoga, games and leisure education. Sixweek sessions. Wednesdays, 5–6 p.m. tinyurl.com/rnvuhesa

RECOVERY DHARMA (Athens Addiction Recovery Center) 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.athensrecoverydharma. org

SOCIAL ANXIETY SUPPORT

GROUP (Oconee County Library)

Created by and for socially anxious young adults. Meets every other Sunday. Contact for meeting information. Jake@avoidendsnow.org, www.avoidendsnow.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

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

BREAD FOR LIFE (Classic Center)

Bread for Life’s Career Connect is a five-week program for individuals ages 16–21 who are interested in getting paid to work and develop new skills while learning about career paths in the hospitality, marketing, event planning, sales, culinary and tourism industries. Application deadline May 19, 5 p.m. Program held May 30–June 27. www.classiccenter.com/384/ Bread-for-Life

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 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.rabbithole studios.org/calendar

SUMMER JOBS (Athens, GA) ACC Leisure Services will hire over 100 summer positions including camp counselors, lifeguards and more. Hourly pay ranges $15.60–17. Now accepting applications. www. accgov.com/jobs

WINTERVILLE SCHOOL CLASS(ES)

REUNION (Winterville First Baptist Church) People with any connect to the Winterville School, which had its last graduating class in 1956, are invited to a reunion held June 10 at 10:30 a.m. RSVP by June 2.

706-612-6934

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 | THU, MAY 18

‘Breathing Room’ Reception

Lyndon House Arts Center • 6 p.m. • FREE!

As one of the largest handmade pottery companies in the United States, Rebecca Wood’s R. Wood Studio currently employs six artists who oversee production of her nationally-renowned ceramics. Wood opened her studio in 1991 with the vision to create quality ceramics made for regular use, and to run her business in a way that benefits artists. By hiring fellow artists, Wood nurtures their creative lives, giving them flexibility to pursue their own artistic endeavors and breathing room from what can otherwise be a monotonous and

ruses with English rap verses. Bloodywood has warned this will be its last tour for a while because the members are hitting the studio to record a new album. Iowa-based melodic metal band Vended and UK-based electro-punk Wargasm will open for the night. [Sam Lipkin]

MUSIC | FRI, MAY 19

Michael Potter’s Birthday and Moving Away Bash

Flicker Theatre & Bar • 7 p.m. • $10–15 suggested donation

Local musician and lead of experimental electronic group The Electric Nature Michael Potter is moving to Boston. But, before he goes, he’s putting on a truly jam-

stressful life. In addition to artwork by previous employees, the exhibition spotlights current employees Hannah Jones, Esther Mech, Josh Skinner, Michael Wheeler, Caden Cruze, Stephen Corall and Nicole Martin. [Patrick Barry]

MUSIC | THU, MAY 18

The Veldt

Flicker Theatre & Bar • 8 p.m. • $12 Soul and shoegaze. It’s an unlikely combination, but North Carolina band The Veldt has been making it work, and successfully, since 1986. Composed of brothers Danny and Daniel Chavis, The Veldt fuses music influenced by bands like Cocteau Twins and The Jesus and Mary Chain with soul and classic hip hop. The result is a noise-soaked discography full of deep, echoing drum breaks, wailing sax and melodic vocals. Local band Nu11 and Brooklyn shoegaze band Dead Leaf Echo will open. [PB]

MUSIC | FRI, MAY 19

Bloodywood

Georgia Theatre • 6:30 p.m. (doors), 7:30 p.m. (show) • $25–30

Folk metal band Bloodywood will bring its unique fusion of genres all the way from New Delhi, India for a rare Athens experience. Starting as a parody band in 2016, the group went from uploading heavy metal covers of popular Bollywood songs on YouTube to writing politically and socially charged originals. It has pioneered a sound melding Indian folk instruments into heavy metal and combining Hindi/Punjabi cho-

packed show on his birthday. The Electric Nature, obviously, will play a set, likely with the same lineup they had on their most recent album, Old World Must Die Durham, NC’s Dan Melchior is known for his eccentric garage rock. The night will also feature Tennessee’s Joseph Allred, Lydian Brambila’s project In A Kythe, and the improvisational duo of John Fernandes and David McCoy. [PB]

EVENT | TUE, MAY 23

Rabbit Box: Gone But Not Forgotten

VFW Post 2872 • 7 p.m. • $10

Rabbit Box is a storytelling collective that invites locals to share true personal stories around a given theme. Stories can range from humorous and uplifting to intense and moving. This show’s theme is grief, and it is co-sponsored with deATH Café, a local organization that supports individuals dealing with grief and loss. Storytellers include Debra Brenner, a board member of the Athens Anti-Discrimination Movement and a leader in the deaf community; Melia Cogan, a local poet, musician and artist; Elsa Durusau, a music librarian at UGA; Kat Farlowe, a graphic designer and producer of the Vagina Monologues; Mary Joyce, executive director of AthFest Educates; Gary Nason, an Athens resident since 1987; Sean Polite, a WUGA host, actor and voiceover artist; and Caroline Singletary, a facilitator for the deATH Café. This will be Rabbit Box’s final show before a summer break, to return on Sept. 26. [PB] f

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event calendar

Tuesday 16

ART: Creative Aging Art Workshop (Georgia Museum of Art) Join teaching artist Toni Carlucci to discuss art in the galleries and to make art in the studio classroom. All skill levels welcome. Ages 55 & up. Registration required. 10 a.m. FREE! gmoa-tours@uga.edu

COMEDY: Open Toad Comedy Night (Flicker Theatre & Bar) Comedy performed by a mix of newcomers and local favorites from Athens and Atlanta. 9 p.m. (doors). $7. www.flickertheatreandbar.com

EVENTS: Georgia Climate Conference (UGA Center for Continuing Education & Hotel) The conference aims to support and accelerate Georgia’s efforts to minimize the risks and maximize the opportunities associated with climate change. May 15–17, 8 a.m.–9 p.m. $350. www. 2023georgiaclimateconference.org

EVENTS: No Phone Party (Hendershot’s) Disconnect to connect with a phone-free, laptop-free happy hour. Every Tuesday, 6–9 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.com

FILM: Teen Media Club (Lyndon House Arts Center) Celebrate the work of young artists at this inaugural film screening. 6 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/Lyndon

HouseArts

GAMES: Lunch and Learn New Games (Tyche’s Games) Come down with your lunch and try out some new games. 12 p.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com

GAMES: Classic City Trivia (Akademia Brewing Co.) Test your trivia knowledge with host Garrett Lennox. 7 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ ClassicCityTriviaCo

GAMES: Bad Dog Trivia (Amici Athens) Test your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Tuesdays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens

LECTURES & LIT: Café au Libris (ACC Library) Local author Will Leitch will discuss his new novel, The Time Has Come. 7 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org

MEETINGS: Athens Rock and Gem Club (Holy Cross Lutheran Church) Jim Maudsley will lead the presentation “Lithic Materials Used By Native Americans In The Southeast.” 7:30 p.m. FREE! www. athensrockandgemclub.org

PERFORMANCE: Too Wonderful for Anybody (UGA Fine Arts Theatre) Poet Laureate Jeff Fallis will perform a staged reading of Athens playwright Alan Flurry’s new play about climate crisis. 8 p.m. FREE! tatiana.veneruso@accgov.com

SPORTS: Classic City Pétanque Club (Lay Park) New players welcome. Scheduled days are Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays at 1:30 p.m. www.athenspetanque.org

Wednesday 17

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: Knives Out (Athens Cooks) Hone your knife techniques and learn fundamental cuts with Executive Chef Hunter White. 3 p.m. $50. www.athenscooks.com

CLASSES: Financial Management Workshop (Online) Hosted by Athens Land Trust, this workshop focuses on fair housing. Registration required for Zoom link. 5–6:30 p.m. FREE! housingcounseling@ athenslandtrust.org

COMEDY: Gorgeous George’s Improv League (Buvez) Homegrown townie improv that invites you to bring some interesting suggestions to help create improv magic on the spot. Every Wednesday, 7 p.m. $5 suggested donation. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com

COMEDY: Hendershot’s Comedy (Hendershot’s) Enjoy a lineup featuring comics from Athens and Atlanta as well as newcomers. Hosted by Noell Appling. Every third Wednesday, 8 p.m. www. hendershotsathens.com

EVENTS: Georgia Climate Conference (UGA Center for Continuing Education & Hotel) The conference aims to support and accelerate Georgia’s efforts to minimize the risks and maximize the opportunities associated with climate change. May 15–17, 8 a.m.–9 p.m. $350. www.2023georgiaclimateconference.org

EVENTS: Athens Farmers Market (Creature Comforts Brewery) Markets offer fresh produce, flowers, eggs, meats, prepared foods and a variety of arts and crafts. Live music begins at 6 p.m. AFM doubles SNAP dollars spent at the market. Every Wednesday, 5–8 p.m. www. athensfarmersmarket.net

FILM: Club Ned Anime Society (ACC Library) Join club members to watch anime series like “Mobile Police Patlabor,” “Jujutsu Kaisen,” “No Game No Life” and more. 6:15–8:30 p.m. FREE! www.discord.gg/Ma9BmSMG

GAMES: Shadowfist Power Lunch (Tyche’s Games) Come down with your lunch and play Shadowfist. New players welcome. 12 p.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com

GAMES: Classic City Trivia (The Local 706) Test your trivia knowledge with host Garrett Lennox. 7 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ ClassicCityTriviaCo

GAMES: Music Bingo (Athentic Brewing Co.) Win prizes at this music bingo night with host Mari. 7–9:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com

KIDSTUFF: Busy Bee Toddler Time (Bogart Library) Join Ms. Donna for rhymes, songs, puppets and a simple story. 10 a.m. & 11 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart

KIDSTUFF: Lego Builders Club (Bogart Library) Lego lovers of all ages are invited; blocks will be available for younger builders under the age of 7. 3:30 p.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/bogart

LECTURES & LIT: Talking About Books (ACC Library) Explore the many themes of the celebrated book of poems Deaf Republic, facilitated by Alys Wilman. 10:30–11:30 a.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org

MEETINGS: Athens Reparations Action (Athentic Brewing Co.)

Learn about Athens Reparations Action’s mission to promote recognition of the financial impact of urban renewal and other racist policies on members of the Black community in Athens. 7–9 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com

Thursday 18

ART: Artist Reception (Lyndon House Arts Center) The “Breathing Room” exhibition features paintings and ceramics by Rebecca Wood and employee artists of R. Wood Studio. 6–7:30 p.m. FREE! www. accgov.com/lyndonhouse

ART: Third Thursday (Athens, GA) Many local art galleries stay open late the third Thursday of every month for after-hours viewing. Check the website for this week’s participating venues. 6–9 p.m. www.3thurs.org

ART: Studio Workshop: Painting Spring Blooms (Georgia Museum of Art) Michael Ross will teach attendees how to make hybrid paintings after studying landscape and botanical paintings. Registration required. 6 p.m. $25. gmoatours@uga.edu

ART: Closing Reception (tiny ATH gallery) During Third Thursday, Susie Criswell’s exhibition “Walking Through a Radiant World” will be on view with music from John Kiran Fernandes. 6–9 p.m. FREE! tinyath gallery.com

CLASSES: Pasta 101 (Athens Cooks) Chef Hunter White will lead a demonstration and hands-on dough making session. Registration required. 6 p.m. $100. www.athens cooks.com

CLASSES: Yoga in the Galleries (Georgia Museum of Art) Enjoy a yoga class in the art galleries led by instructors from Five Points Yoga. Open to all skill levels. Attend in person (first come, first served) or via Zoom. 6 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org

CLASSES: Line Dancing Lessons (Athentic Brewing Co.) Knock the dust off your boots in the taproom with Becky and Patty. 7–8:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com

EVENTS: 22nd Annual Madison Antiques Show & Sale (Madison-Morgan Cultural Center) This year’s Show & Sale features over 20 vendors from across the nation displaying the best in American antiques and accessories. 5/18, 6–9 p.m. 5/19–20, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. $10–50. www.mmcc-arts.org

EVENTS: Diamond Hill Farm Stand (Athentic Brewing Co.) Vegetables and fresh flowers are available on hand and pre-ordered. Every Thursday, 4–6 p.m. www.diamondhill farmathens.com

EVENTS: Athens YWCO Girls Club Percentage Night (Athentic Brewing Co.) Learn more about the YWCO Girls Club and fundraise for its benefit. 5–10 p.m. FREE! www. athenticbrewing.com

EVENTS: Holy Fire Reiki Meditation & Ceremony Circle (Serenity Attunement) Recalibrate your body, mind, heart and soul in a group healing circle. Registration required. Third Thursdays, 6 p.m. $22. www. serenityattunement.com

EVENTS: Boulevard Brass Band (595 Nanthahala Ave.) Bring your instrument, meet outdoors and rehearse songs for beginners and advanced musicians. Every Thursday, 7–8 p.m. FREE! calclements@ gmail.com

GAMES: Thursday Trivia (Johnny’s New York Style Pizza) Test your trivia knowledge with host Jon Head. 7–9 p.m. www.johnnyspizza.com

KIDSTUFF: Read to Rover (Bogart Library) Reading aloud to a dog helps children develop their reading skills and build confidence. Ages 4 & up. 3:30–5:30 p.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/bogart

KIDSTUFF: Let’s Talk About That (ACC Library) This weekly program offers inquisitive minds the chance to develop critical thinking skills. Grades 6–12. 4–5 p.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org

MEETINGS: KnitLits Knitting Group (Bogart Library) Knitters of all levels are invited to have fun, share craft ideas and knit to their hearts’ content. Every Thursday, 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary. org/bogart

SPORTS: Classic City Pétanque Club (Lay Park) New players welcome. Scheduled days are Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays at 1:30 p.m. www.athenspetanque.org

Friday 19

CLASSES: Help I Yarned (Bogart Library) Learn new patterns and techniques for knitting and crochet. 1–2 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary. org/bogart

CLASSES: Masa Mania (Athens Cooks) Chef Fausto Zamorano will lead an informative, fun and handson class about all things Masa, and attendees will make tortillas, tacos and tamales. Registration required. 6 p.m. $100. www.athenscooks. com

COMEDY: Chop Shop (work.shop) Expect the unexpected, from sketches to characters, performance art, storytelling, human pet tricks and everything in between. 8 p.m. $5. www.flyingsquidcomedy. com

EVENTS: 22nd Annual Madison Antiques Show & Sale (Madison-Morgan Cultural Center) This year’s Show & Sale features over 20 vendors from across the nation displaying the best in American antiques and accessories. 5/18, 6–9 p.m. 5/19–20, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. $10–50. www.mmcc-arts.org

EVENTS: Blossom After Dark (ATHICA) The Parents’ Night Out & Silent Auction offers an evening of entertainment, community, hors d’oeuvres and philanthropy. 6–9 p.m. $20. www.athensparentwell being.org

EVENTS: The Historic Athens Preservation Celebration (The Oconee Street School) There will be food and wine with presentations from local historians and preservationists. Winners of the 54th Historic Athens Preservation Awards will be announced. 6–9 p.m. $50. www.historicathens.com

GAMES: Friday Night Initiative

(Online: Tyche’s Games) Learn how to play a new RPG game with others on Discord. New players welcome. 7 p.m. FREE! www.tychesgames. com

KIDSTUFF: Meet & Play (Bogart Library) Drop in for facilitated open play with age-appropriate toys. Best for ages 6 & under. Every Friday, 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athens library.org/bogart

PERFORMANCE: Athens Showgirl Cabaret Fabulous Fridays: Comedy Night (Hendershot’s) Enjoy a fabulous night of drag entertainment featuring The Armorettes. All pro-

ceeds will benefit the Boybutante AIDS Foundation. Ages 18 & up. 9 p.m. $5. www.athensshowgirl cabaret.com

Saturday 20

CLASSES: Homebuyer Education Workshop (Online) Athens Land Trust hosts this HUD-certified course for first-time homeowners to learn about the home-buying process in Georgia. Registration required. 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. $10. housingcounseling@athens landtrust.org

CLASSES: Smoke ’Em If You Got ’Em (Athens Cooks) Chef Hunter White will lead a how-to on barbecue, and participants can return to enjoy the feast at 5 p.m. Registration required. 9 a.m. $50. www. athenscooks.com

CLASSES: Forge an Iron Age Battle Spear (Greenhow Handmade Ironworks) Skills such as tapering/ drawing out, forging a socket and fire management when working with a coal forge will be learned. 10–5 p.m. $175. www.greenhowhand made.com

CLASSES: Blossom Workshop: Botanical Imprinting (OCAF) Attendees will learn how to create botanical prints on silk using flowers, plants, colorful leaves and evergreens. 10 a.m. $100 (members), $150 (non-members). www. ocaf.com

EVENTS: Clash of the Veterans (Morton Theatre) Amateur and professional bodybuilders compete for prizes, with proceeds supporting U.S. veterans. 10 a.m. $35–65. www.mortontheatre.com

EVENTS: 22nd Annual Madison Antiques Show & Sale (Madison-Morgan Cultural Center) This year’s Show & Sale features over 20 vendors from across the nation displaying the best in American antiques and accessories. 5/18, 6–9 p.m. 5/19–20, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. $10–50. www.mmcc-arts.org

EVENTS: Abnormal Bazaar (Indie South) This market features vendors selling soaps, jewelry, vintage, vinyl and more. Third Saturdays, 11 a.m.–3 p.m. FREE! www.theindie south.com

EVENTS: Happy Birthday to Us (Winghouse Grill) Celebrate Winghouse Grill’s 7-year anniversary in Hull with live music, cash prizes, kid-friendly activities, cornhole and more. 11 a.m.–9 p.m. FREE! www. facebook.com/Winghousegrill

EVENTS: BBQ Party (Athens Cooks) Enjoy a pulled pork and ribs barbecue meal, complete with sides, cooked earlier in the day by Chef Hunter White’s class. 5–8 p.m. FREE! www.athenscooks.com

EVENTS: It’s the Journey Percentage Night (Athentic Brewing Co.) Learn more about the Georgia two-day walk for breast cancer, and check out the collaboration beer release Bosom Buddies with cancer survivor Nanci Nix. 5–11 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com

EVENTS: Athens’ Got Talent (Southern Brewing Co.) The Cottage’s fundraising event features an all-ages talent show with food trucks, kids activities and games. 6–8:30 p.m. $20 (adv.), $25. www. north georgiacottage.org/athensgot-talent

GAMES: Pathfinder Society RPG (Tyche’s Games) Come and adventure with the Pathfinder Society. 12 p.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com

KIDSTUFF: Planets of Our Social System (Sandy Creek Nature Center) Explore the great beyond in the Sky Center. Registration required. Ages 5 & up. 10 a.m. $5 (ACC residents), $7.50 (ACC non-residents). www.accgovga.myrec.com

LECTURES & LIT: Guest Speaker Janisse Ray (Sandy Creek Nature Center) Nature writer, naturalist and environmental activist Janisse Ray will present in honor of the Sandy Creek Nature Center’s 50th anniversary. 2–4 p.m. FREE! www. sandycreeknaturecenterinc.org

SPORTS: Petanque Regional Triples Championship (Lay Park) Eighteen triples teams from four states will compete for medals and prizes. Bring a chair to spectate. 9 a.m.–6 p.m. FREE! www.athens petanque.org

Sunday 21

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: Paint & Sip by Ain’t a Better Way to Paint (Athentic Brewing Co.) Paint cherry blossoms with a paintbrush in one hand and your favorite drink in the other. Supplies provided. 4–6 p.m. $55. www. aintabetterwaytopaint.com

CLASSES: Athens YOGA Collective (Athentic Brewing Co.) Enjoy a yoga class on the patio. First and third Sundays, 12 p.m. FREE! www. athenticbrewing.com

COMEDY: Blaugez Open Mic (Buvez) This show-up/go-up open mic is open to professional and amateur comics alike. Every Sunday, 7 p.m. (show). FREE! www. facebook.com/buvezathens

EVENTS: Athens Drag Brunch (Hendershot’s) Enjoy some brunch and drag entertainment. Open to all ages. 11 a.m. $25. www.athens showgirlcabaret.com

GAMES: Sunday Trivia with Solo Entertainment (Southern Brewing Co.) Test your trivia knowledge. 4–6 p.m. FREE! www.sobrewco. com

GAMES: Bad Dog Trivia (The Foundry) Test your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Sundays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens

SPORTS: Petanque Regional Triples Championship (Lay Park) Eighteen triples teams from four states will compete for medals and prizes. Bring a chair to spectate. 9 a.m.–6 p.m. FREE! www.athens petanque.org

Monday 22

CLASSES: Gentle Hatha Yoga (Athens Community Council on Aging) McKenzie Raymond from Feel Free Yoga leads this class. All skill levels welcome. Every Monday, 1–2 p.m. $5 (CAL members), $10 (non-members). abarefoot@ accaging.org

CLASSES: You Had Me at Gluten Free (Athens Cooks) Jan Babcock will share flavorful gluten-free rec-

ipes. Registration required. 6 p.m. $100. www.athenscooks.com

GAMES: Game Night (Rabbit Hole Studios) Play board games like chess and Catan, systems like Wii and PlayStation, and outdoor sports. Every Monday, 7–11 p.m. FREE! www.rabbitholestudios.org

GAMES: Classic City Trivia (Dooley’s Bar and Grill) Test your trivia knowledge with host Garrett Lennox. 7 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/

ClassicCityTriviaCo

GAMES: Monday Trivia with Erin (Athentic Brewing Co.) Test your trivia knowledge with host Erin. 7–9 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing. com

KIDSTUFF: Monday Funday Story Time (Bogart Library) Join Ms. Donna for movement, songs, crafts and learning fun. Ages 3–5 years. Registration suggested. 10 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart

KIDSTUFF: Creatures of the Night (Bogart Library) Watch a puppet show, learn about nocturnal creatures, make a bat puppet and enjoy science experiments. 10:30–11:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/ bogart

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EVENTS: No Phone Party (Hendershot’s) Disconnect to connect with a phone-free, laptop-free happy hour. Every Tuesday, 6–9 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.com

EVENTS: Teen Fashion Show (Lyndon House Arts Center) Celebrate the work of members in the Teen Fashion Design & Sewing Club at this second annual runway show. 6 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ LyndonHouseArts

GAMES: Lunch and Learn New Games (Tyche’s Games) Come down with your lunch and try out some new games. 12 p.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com

GAMES: Classic City Trivia (Akademia Brewing Co.) Test your trivia knowledge with host Garrett Lennox. 7 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ ClassicCityTriviaCo

GAMES: Bad Dog Trivia (Amici Athens) Test your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Tuesdays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens

KIDSTUFF: Toddler Tuesday: Flower Crowns (Georgia Museum of Art) Enjoy art and storytime together in the galleries, then complete an art activity. Ages 18 months to 3 years. RSVP by email. 10 a.m. FREE! gmoa-tours@uga. edu

LECTURES & LIT: Mystery Book Club (Bogart Library) Penny Mills leads a conversation about this month’s book, David Grann’s Killers of the Flower Moon. 5:30–6:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/ bogart

PERFORMANCE: Rabbit Box Storytelling: Gone but Not Forgotten (VFW Post 2872) This month’s storytelling theme is “Gone but Not Forgotten” with stories about people, places and things now gone. 7–9:30 p.m. $10. www.rabbit box.org

SPORTS: Classic City Pétanque Club (Lay Park) New players welcome. Scheduled days are Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays at 1:30 p.m. www.athenspetanque.org

Wednesday 24

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: Pavlova “Clouds from Heaven” (Athens Cooks) Sous Chef Kelly Sanders will lead a hands-on session on making big and small Pavlova. Registration required. 5:30 p.m. $75. www. athenscooks.com

COMEDY: Gorgeous George’s Improv League (Buvez) Homegrown townie improv that invites you to bring some interesting suggestions to help create improv magic on the spot. Every Wednesday, 7 p.m. $5 suggested donation. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com

EVENTS: Athens Farmers Market (Creature Comforts Brewery) Markets offer fresh produce, flowers, eggs, meats, prepared foods and a variety of arts and crafts. Live music begins at 6 p.m. AFM doubles SNAP dollars spent at the market. Every Wednesday, 5–8 p.m. www. athensfarmersmarket.net

FILM: Summer School (Flicker Theatre & Bar) Screening of the 1987 film about a high school gym teacher who has to teach a summer remedial English if he wants tenure. 7 p.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreand bar.com

GAMES: Shadowfist Power Lunch (Tyche’s Games) Come down with your lunch and play Shadowfist. New players welcome. 12 p.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com

GAMES: Classic City Trivia (The Local 706) Test your trivia knowledge with host Garrett Lennox. 7 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/

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KIDSTUFF: Busy Bee Toddler Time (Bogart Library) Join Ms. Donna for rhymes, songs, puppets and a simple story. 10 a.m. & 11 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart

KIDSTUFF: Carnival of Animals (Bogart Library) Watch a puppet show, then enjoy puppet play and crafts. 10:30–11:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart

KIDSTUFF: Lego Builders Club (Bogart Library) Lego lovers of all ages are invited; blocks will be available for younger builders under the age of 7. 3:30 p.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/bogart

Down the Line

5/25 Classic City Pétanque Club (Lay Park)

5/25 Diamond Hill Farm Stand (Athentic Brewing Co.)

5/25 Tarot & Tea (Indie South)

5/25 KnitLits Knitting Group (Bogart Library)

5/25 Thursday Trivia (Johnny’s New York Style Pizza)

5/25 Boulevard Brass Band (595 Nanthahala Ave.)

5/25 Line Dancing Lessons (Boutier Winery & Inn)

5/25 Athentic Comedy Showcase (Athentic Brewing Co.)

5/26 Meet & Play (Bogart Library)

5/26 Friday Night Initiative (Online: Tyche’s Games)

5/27 Forge A Throwing Tomahawk (Greenhow Handmade Ironworks)

5/27 Neighborhood Books Local Author Market (Historic Athens)

5/27 Day of Board Game Demonstrations (Tyche’s Games)

5/27 Learn Basic Miniature Painting (Tyche’s Games)

5/27 Big Magnum Kuroiwa Sensei (Flicker Theatre & Bar)

5/28 Rabbit Hole Sunday Market (Rabbit Hole Studios)

5/28 Classic City Pétanque Club (Lay Park)

5/28 Re-Potted Workshop (Athentic Brewing Co.)

5/28 Sunday Trivia with Solo Entertainment (Southern Brewing Co.)

5/28 Bad Dog Trivia (The Foundry) f

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