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Let us light up the winding paths of Dudley Park together! Leisure Services is pleased to invite all of Athens to Flight of the Fireflies Lantern Parade. Bring your lanterns, flashlights, and imagination and join us in the parade! Enjoy live music, fantastical performers and large-scale illuminated art works.

On the night of the Flight of the Fireflies Lantern Parade, each access point to Dudley Park will be illuminated and staffed with friendly volunteers to help you find your way

DIY lanterns are encouraged! However, only portable light sources powered by battery, solar, or other flameless lights are welcomed. accgov.com/lanternparade

Saturday March 16, 2024 7:30pm gathering at Dudley Park

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After many years of living in Athens and touring the country, Scott Low moved to the mountains of North Georgia. Last Friday, Mar. 1, Low shared a video for the title track of his new album, The Appalachian Blues. Wearing his influences on his sleeve, Low’s wideranging musical background stretches from jazz, jam and punk to Southern rock, folk and Americana.

The Oconee County Library celebrated its grand opening at the new Wire Park location on Saturday, Mar. 2. Following the ribbon cutting was a full day of music, performances, activities and more allowing visitors to explore its new offerings.

city dope Election Season Is Upon Us LOCAL CANDIDATES SIGN UP TO RUN THIS WEEK, AND MORE LOCAL NEWS

By Blake Aued and Chris Dowd news@flagpole.com

While it’s likely the last thing on people’s minds right now, the qualifying period for local and state races began Monday and ends at noon Friday, Mar. 8. Even-numbered Athens-Clarke County Commission and Clarke County Board of Education seats are up for grabs, as are the offices of sheriff and district attorney and all of Georgia’s state House, state Senate and congressional seats.

Already Sheriff John Q. Williams and DA Deborah Gonzalez have drawn opposition in the form of CCSD police officer Tommy Dorsey and prosecutor-turned-defense attorney Kalki Yalamanchili, respectively. Both those races will now be colored by the incumbents’ policies on cooperating with federal immigration authorities and handling of Laken Riley’s alleged killer, Jose Ibarra.

In Commission District 6, restaurateur Rashe Malcolm and ex-ACC auditor Stephanie Johnson (formerly Stephanie Maddox) have announced their candidacies. The incumbent in the Atlanta Highwayarea district, Jesse Houle, is not expected to run for re-election. Incumbents Melissa Link, Allison Wright, Carol Myers and Mike Hamby were unopposed at press time, though that could change by the end of the week.

The school board seats on the ballot May 21 include those currently represented by Claudia Butts, Patricia Yager, Mumbi Anderson and Nicole Hull.

Two Democrats, Lexi Doherty and Jessica Fore (who also ran in 2022), are running against Republican Mike Collins of Butts County, who represents the 10th Congressional District, including Athens and wide swaths of conservative, rural areas to the south. While Collins has angered many of his Athens constituents by grand-

standing on the border after Riley’s murder, the district is a safe one for the GOP.

So are three state House districts and two state Senate districts that include parts of Athens, currently represented by Reps. Houston Gaines (R-Athens), Marcus Wiedower (R-Watkinsville) and Trey Rhodes (R-Greensboro), and Sens. Bill Cowsert (R-Athens) and Frank Ginn (R-Danielsville).

Immigration will be a key topic in those races, too, assuming the incumbents face opposition—Gaines in particular has championed several immigration bills since Ibarra’s arrest Feb. 24. As late as last week, Democrats were still trying to recruit candidates in some of those races.

ture. ACC Senior Planner Bruce Lonnee was quick to note that the plans include a protective fence around the 100-plus-year-old magnolia trees along Milledge Avenue.

The plans are unique for Athens, Lonnee told Flagpole, comparing them to the Atlantic Station Target in Midtown Atlanta. “It’s very urban. There’s no other way to describe it,” he said. “But it’s a very urban location. There’s nothing wrong with that.”

Prior to The Varsity selling the property, ACC Commissioner Melissa Link pushed through an overlay district to preemptively address neighborhood concerns about future development. The legislation man-

Northwood Ravin, which now lists 1000 W. Broad St. in its portfolio. [BA]

ACC Buys Downtown Offices

The Athens-Clarke County Commission authorized the local government to purchase several units at 440 College Ave. at a cost of $2.95 million to relieve a critical need for office space. Renovations are expected to cost another $1 million.

As Athens continues to grow, the local government has grown along with it, adding 122 full-time positions since 2019. But many of these employees don’t have an office to work in, even though telecommuting by government employees and a high vacancy rate have eased the constraints somewhat.

Check flagpole.com for the latest on who’s running for what. [Blake Aued]

Plans Filed for Varsity Property

More than five years after the family that owns The Varsity announced it would sell the property for redevelopment, and almost three years after the landmark restaurant closed, plans have been filed with Athens-Clarke County. And yes, the magnolias will be saved.

The plans call for two buildings—one at the corner of West Broad and Chase streets featuring a grocery store on the second floor with parking on the main level underneath, and a second on the Milledge Avenue side with retail and restaurant space on the ground floor and residential units above, wrapped around a second parking struc-

dates setbacks and limits building heights, stepping down from the commercial corridor along Broad to the residential neighborhood behind it, and limiting access via narrow Reese Street. The overlay district also limits bathrooms per apartment unit to two, an attempt to ensure housing isn’t aimed solely at college students. Newer student-oriented apartments often have four bedrooms with a bathroom for each bedroom.

The overlay district, combined with the underlying commercial-general zoning and the involvement of other local agencies, plus the Georgia Department of Transportation, complicates review of the project, Lonnee said. Although planners want more information, such as architectural elevations, right now the project appears to meet the zoning code, and the developer is not seeking any variances, he said. Unless something changes, that means it won’t have to go through the planning commission and county commission for approval.

The overlay district also preserved four historic houses along Reese Street, which were turned over to the Athens Land Trust, renovated and are now used as affordable housing. Those houses include a historic landmark in the Mack-Burney House, home to Athens’ second Black dentist, Isadore Burney, and his wife Annie, an educator and namesake of Burney-Harris-Lyons Middle School.

The Varsity itself was also a landmark of Athens history as the site of sit-ins during the civil rights era. Inspired by the famous sit-ins at the Greensboro, NC Woolworth’s, Black young people based out of nearby Ebenezer Baptist Church West occupied The Varsity and marched against the Klan because they weren’t allowed to eat inside in the early 1960s.

Atlanta-based Fuqua Development bought the property in 2021, but the developer listed on documents submitted to ACC is NRF Athens Property Owner LLC. Records show that company shares a Charlotte address with a construction and property management company called

“We are in need of some space,” said Mayor Kelly Girtz. “We have some employees who don’t have any space right now, and we have others who are going to be migrating, ultimately, into a new municipal facility. But we’re going to need a waystation along the way.”

The Central Services Department has been taking “extraordinary measures” in recent years to deal with the lack of office space, including the reactivation of Old Fire Station No. 2 and modifying the buildings of several other departments. These measures are not sustainable for long, according to ACC staff.

While voters have already approved $77.9 million as part of SPLOST 2022 to build a new judicial center and renovate the existing courthouse into municipal government offices, costs have escalated and both projects are stuck in the conceptual phase. Local government space needs have also increased. The size of the building in the original concept was 142,000 square feet, but officials currently estimate they’ll need 172,000 square feet. The estimated cost of the proposed judicial center and municipal building, adjusted for inflation and size increases, is now $140 million—far beyond available funds.

440 College Ave. is currently the site of the Western Circuit Public Defender’s Office, which will remain on location for the time being. The ACC government will become its landlord, receiving $155,239 yearly from the lease, which will go towards the building’s upkeep.

ACC Manager Blaine Williams told the commission at a Feb. 20 called meeting that the public defender’s office is secure at this location as long as the commission wants them to remain. “Whether or not they stay in that building will be up to the commission, long term,” Williams said.

In an interesting wrinkle, the local government won’t actually own all of 440 College Ave. after the purchase. The facility is held in ownership by a condominium association, which the local government will join without having a controlling share of the votes. That was somewhat concerning to commissioners, but ACC attorneys asked for several changes to the association’s voting procedure and now say the local government is not at risk of major changes to the property. The local government will hold six of the association’s 13 votes, with College Avenue Partners, a limited liability partnership, holding the other seven. [Chris Dowd] f

While its address is 440 College Ave., the building actually fronts Dougherty Street.

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In Mourning and Under Seige

UGA STUDENT’S TRAGIC MURDER TURNS ATHENS INTO A POLITICAL CIRCUS

By Blake Aued @flagpole.com

The murder of Laken Riley traumatized not only her family and friends, but the entire Athens community and people all across Georgia. It shook students, made every parent’s worst nightmare come to life and sent shivers through women who’ve had their own brushes with violence while walking or jogging alone.

The 22-year-old nursing student went for a run the morning of Thursday, Feb. 22 and never came back. Police found her body shortly after noon Thursday, Feb. 22 near a secluded trail behind Lake Herrick, her skull crushed by blunt force trauma. Less than 36 hours later, a suspect, Jose Antonio Ibarra, 26, was in custody.

Riley and Ibarra did not know each other, according to UGA Police Chief Jeff Clark, who called it a crime of opportunity. “This was an individual who woke up in the morning with bad intentions,” Clark said.

Riley ran track at her high school in Woodstock before enrolling at UGA in 2020 and joining the Alpha Chi Omega sorority. Last year, she transferred to Augusta University to complete her nursing degree while remaining in Athens.

Clark announced that a suspect was in custody and told dozens of reporters gathered for a news conference that Ibarra is not a U.S. citizen. At the time, Clark said he was unsure of Ibarra’s immigration status, but with the border a hot-button issue in national politics, that didn’t stop an almost immediate backlash.

“The blood of Laken Riley is on the hands of Joe Biden, [Homeland Security Secretary] Alejandro Mayorkas, and the government of Athens-Clarke County,” Athens’ congressman, Republican Mike Collins, tweeted just minutes after the news conference ended. “The Venezuelan suspect in Laken Riley’s murder is one of millions of illegal aliens that the Biden administration has released into this country to be welcomed with open arms by Democrat-run sanctuary jurisdictions.”

Soon after, flocks of social media users began hurling online insults and threats at Mayor Kelly Girtz, other local elected officials, journalists and even ordinary residents who expressed a desire not to scapegoat immigrants or politicize Riley’s death.

Chloe Mullis, president of Alpha Chi Omega, remarked that the campus has lost one of its brightest lights, and that the sisterhood will not be the same without Riley. At a memorial service that drew thousands of people to Tate Plaza, she encouraged audience members to be kind, catch up with friends and strive to be the kind of person Riley was.

“Laken showed incredible wisdom throughout her friendships,” Mullis said. “Whether it was nursing school, being the Alpha Chi banner chair or the incredible runner that she was, Laken showed devotion throughout every avenue of her life.”

Students were already reeling from the unrelated death of another classmate, Wyatt Banks, the day before Riley was killed. Nick Nichols, a close friend of the business major and Kappa Sigma member, said he was a constant spreader of positivity and a hardworking student. He urged anyone who is quietly suffering to speak out, because there is always someone who will listen.

“Wyatt never hesitated when he noticed others in need, and always made those around him feel safe and welcomed in his presence,” Nichols said. “I and many others will forever wish that we had noticed his pain.”

Is Athens a Sanctuary City?

Riley’s death was already a national story, but all hell really broke loose the evening of Friday, Feb. 23, when

It wasn’t until two days later that Immigration and Customs Enforcement confirmed that Ibarra had unlawfully crossed the border at El Paso, TX in 2022 and sought asylum, claiming a credible fear of returning to his violence-torn home country. Ibarra’s wife told the New York Post that they were put on a bus to New York City, where he worked for a time as a delivery driver. Layling Franco said the couple split up in November, and Ibarra went to stay with his brother, Diego, who briefly worked at a UGA dining hall before being fired because his immigration documents didn’t check out. The brothers lived in a South Milledge Avenue apartment complex not far from the trail where Riley was killed.

While in Athens, the brothers were cited for shoplifting from a local Walmart, which police said is a common practice for the misdemeanor charge. Officers in the field don’t have immediate access to federal information about immigration status, which is usually checked when suspects are booked at the jail, according to ACC Police Chief Jerry Saulters.

A bench warrant was issued for Jose Ibarra in December after he failed to appear in court on the shoplifting charge. When asked whether the Clarke County Sheriff’s Office ever attempted to serve that warrant, a spokesperson responded: “We had no contact with Mr. Ibarra prior to his arrest related to the murder.”

Ibarra was never booked into jail, but the sheriff’s office has a policy—instituted under community pressure in 2018 by Sheriff John Q. Williams’ predecessor, Ira Edwards—of not holding inmates past their release date for ICE pick up unless a judge orders it. Ibarra’s lawyer, public defender John Donnelly, said in court filings that Ibarra won’t seek bail. As long as he’s being held without bond, he will not be turned over to ICE for deportation, the sheriff’s office said.

Meanwhile, Girtz denied at a news conference last week that Athens is a sanctuary city. Although there’s no official legal definition of a sanctuary city, Georgia law bans them, and cities are required to certify with the state yearly that they’re not one in order to receive state funding. A resolution the commission passed in 2019 condemning white supremacy and declaring Athens a “welcoming” community for immigrants regardless of documentation was prompted by violence against immigrants during the Trump administration, Girtz said. A resolution is an expression of opinion by a government body, not a law.

At times, a small group of protestors shouted over the mayor, calling him a liar and telling him to resign. “I taught high school for a lot of years, and I got better behavior out of them,” he quipped.

One of those protesters, James Depaola, was later interviewed on Fox News under the name James Lee. Prior to that appearance, his claim to fame was a 2016 charge of threatening his wife for putting too much cheese on his grilled cheese sandwich.

Campus Safety

“I caution you not to conflate immigration and crime,” Girtz said at the news conference. “The data suggests the two are not connected.” Even the conservative Cato Institute concluded, based on Texas data, that the crime rate among both documented and undocumented immigrants is far lower than among native-born U.S. citizens.

Nevertheless, in the wake of Riley’s murder, Republicans introduced a slew of legislation aimed at undocumented immigrants and law enforcement officials perceived as tolerating or abetting them. On Feb. 29—generally, the last day for bills to pass one chamber or the other, although some dead bills can be revived—the state House passed a bill requiring jailers to cooperate with ICE, which Democrats fear will overload law enforcement agencies and lead to more racial profiling.

“There are so many people both in this body and outside of this body who would be suspected as foreign nationals and would be unfairly detained until it was proven they were citizens,” said Rep. Ruwa Romman (D-Duluth).

The Athens Immigrants Rights Coalition released a statement expressing sorrow over Riley’s murder and commending authorities for acting quickly, but also warning of a backlash against immigrants:

“The safety of all members of our community is paramount. Unfortunately, violence against women is a continuously present reality in our country, and cuts across all ethnic or racial lines. As a community, we must work together to address the conditions that continue to put women at risk in these ways.

“That includes rejecting messages of hate. We vehemently oppose assertions that immigrants and Latinos as a group pose threats to or diminish our community. Our immigrant neighbors spend their days working hard to build a life here for their families, and contribute to our schools, economy and social fabric in positive ways, as shown in all statistics.”

Gov. Brian Kemp and state Rep. Houston Gaines (R-Athens) took the opportunity of speaking engagements at an Athens Area Chamber of Commerce breakfast last week to excoriate the Biden administration and District Attorney Deborah Gonzalez.

Mayor Kelly Girtz announced new public safety initiatives and addressed the myth that Athens is a sanctuary city at a news conference Feb. 28.

Protesters interrupted Girtz’s news conference to tell him has “blood on his hands.”

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“This community, all of Georgia, and the entire country have been robbed by this inexcusable and avoidable murder,” Kemp said. “Laken’s life should not have ended so soon. We need to demand justice for what happened to her. She deserves justice, her family deserves justice, and we need justice on a national level to prevent this type of thing from happening again.”

Kemp and Gaines, both long-standing critics of Gonzalez, expressed doubt that her chronically short-staffed office can handle the case. Gonzalez brought in Sheila Ross, who has experience in several high-profile murder trials, from the Prosecuting Attorneys Council of Georgia for assistance.

“From day one, our office has worked diligently to keep this community safe from anyone who seeks to do it harm. This includes those who believe violence is the answer. We will ensure such individuals are brought to justice,” Gonzalez said in a statement.

Beyond the DA’s checkered success rate prosecuting major crimes, Riley’s murder left students and parents questioning whether campus—and Athens as a whole—is safe. “UGA’s campus is safer than others, but I think safety can definitely be improved right now,” said Trey Manning, a third-year psychology major and resident advisor at Brumby Hall.

ther out, where penalties for crimes are stiffer. While that’s not currently on the table, UGA did include some of SafeD Athens’ ideas in a recently announced $7.3 million package of safety initiatives.

President Jere Morehead announced a permanent 20% increase to the campus police budget. He also announced

library will be limited to students and faculty on nights and weekends.

Girtz announced his own public safety package, including installing more security cameras, a real-time crime center, mobile surveillance trailers that can be deployed during public events and all-terrain vehicles for police to patrol off-road areas. Far from defunding the police, as critics have accused ACC of doing, the county has spent millions in recent years on salary raises, perks and equipment for the department—some of which has been controversial among those on the left, like Girtz’s “cadet corps” that encourages high school students to become police officers.

A Fayetteville-based group called SafeD Athens that claims 4,000 members—a few of whom were among Girtz’s hecklers—and has enough clout to meet with top UGA leadership is pushing for a “safe zone” extending 500 yards beyond UGA property, and possibly to student housing fur-

the addition of blue-light call boxes, more security cameras, license-plate readers and lighting upgrades. Hours for the university’s RideSmart program, which provides a 50% subsidy on four Uber and Lyft rides per month, were extended to 6 p.m.–6 a.m. UGA is beefing up security in areas where students congregate at night, and access to the main

Girtz also pointed to Athens’ crime statistics, which show that most types of crimes fell in 2023. Violent crimes like assaults, aggravated assaults and shootings were down 7%. At 66 per 1,000 residents, the crime rate compares favorably with other similarly sized college towns like Fayetteville, AR (88 per 1,000) or Tuscaloosa, AL (92 per 1,000).

Under the Clery Act, colleges are required to report statistics on certain crimes that happen on campus. UGA reported 24 rapes and sexual assaults, four aggravated assaults and 44 cases of battery in 2022, the most recent year data is available.

The number of murders on the UGA campus since 1996 is one. As Girtz said, though, “The only appropriate number of murders is zero.” f

Flagpole contributor Rebecca McCarthy, editorial intern Xinge Lei and Toni Odejimi of the Georgia Recorder contributed to this report.

regime, at Putin, at his friends and his ban dits in uniform, at these thieves and killers who have crippled our country.”

In the years before his death, Navalny was poisoned and sprayed with green dye that almost blinded him. Still he continued to protest what he called “the swindlers and thieves” in the Kremlin. Amnesty

cial harassment, imprisonment, exile and brutality that makes George Orwell’s 1984 seem not a chilling prophecy but a grim reality.” That grim Russian reality continues today, and Aleksei Navalny’s death proves again the truth of Martin Luther King’s warning that “Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.” f

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It’s All In The Cards

EXPLORING THE TAROT UNIVERSE WITHIN OUR COMMUNITY

By Sam Lipkin editorial@flagpole.com

The world of Tarot, the set of cards used as a divination tool, has made the transition from taboo to trendy in the mainstream. While hobbyists and professionals still practice within their homes and private spaces, tarot readings have also moved into public-facing retail businesses.

Tarot comes with many variations and uses, from different styles of readings to custom decks of cards. The simplest reading is the three-card spread; it’s a concise way to answer questions, explore themes or seek insight. However, there are many different card layouts and methods suited to various topics that can offer a glimpse into your path, help examine hidden aspects of a situation or support thinking outside of the box. The decks themselves are designed with different art styles and may specialize in certain areas.

tools. However, it also carries tarot decks, herbs and aromatherapy items. Walk-in tarot readings are available, or appointments can be booked with the house tarot reader Veronica Naylor. Adjacent to downtown on Prince Avenue is Sisters of the Moon in the Bottleworks, a newer establishment that recently celebrated its first year of business. This space is dominated by art and handcrafted items made by small businesses, similarly housing a collection of crystals, candles and home goods. It hosts community events open to all, including gatherings with tarot readings, journaling and ritual ceremonies.

Jaggar and Naylor say that their respective locations draw a diverse clientele both in the type of people who browse and those interested in readings. Some are simply curious, but many come seeking advice in different areas of life, wanting dream interpretations or even hoping for medium services.

In Athens, several retail businesses focus on the metaphysical, holistic healing and divination tools. Indie South, located on Hawthorne Avenue, sells traditional and modern tarot decks, crystals, gems, candles and the like, but it also has a strong focus on home goods and handmade items. The store placed in more than one Flagpole Favorites category this year, which can be found on p. 19. Owner Serra Jaggar offers appointments for tarot readings of different lengths, and she sees them more as consultations that open a dialogue.

“When I first started out, I approached Tarot as more of a psychological exercise to tap into the subconscious and create a dialogue around whatever the client wants to discuss. That’s all some readings are, and I think that’s fine because there’s definitely value there regardless,” says Jaggar. “After my first year of doing readings and having a couple of experiences that left me shaken, I stopped taking walk-in clients and became much more conscious about preparing myself and my space as a safe container for whatever might come through… I no longer believe that Tarot is simply a projection, and I take it seriously and approach all my readings with respect for both the client and the practice itself.”

Nestled downtown on Clayton Street, Margo Metaphysical has a stronger focus on healing stones and crystals, including individual rocks, jewelry and spiritual

“We always have a lot of new people coming in who have never had a reading before and just want to see what the cards would say, or if it even seems real. If they don’t have any particular question in mind, I like to read about what they need to hear in that moment and some advice for the near future. These are always fun, because it could bring up almost anything under the sun, and it reads past, present and future energies. It’s a great way to introduce people to Tarot,” says Naylor.

Tarot readers are as unique as the decks and readings, drawing from different backgrounds, perspectives of the craft and natural spiritual abilities. Naylor, who began getting in touch with her spirituality and practicing reading tarot cards during COVID, has found new skills through the cards. Her first experience as a medium was surprising and unintentional.

“The client didn’t even ask about the person that came through, but it turns out it was someone they needed to hear from. I was reading the cards, and then all of a sudden I had full body chills and took a deep breath, and I felt another presence in the vicinity, and without giving any personal details, I asked about the possible relation to this person I felt, and they knew who it was, and we both began to tear up,” says Naylor. “That reading impacted me a lot and showed me another part of my spiritual journey and my purpose as a reader. It really was touching, and I don’t think I’ll ever forget it.”

One of the major misconceptions around Tarot is that it is “fortune telling” in the sense that the cards depict an unwavering truth. Jaggar describes Tarot as an “energetic snapshot” of conditions that exist and actions that may lean toward certain outcomes, but it is always possible to switch course. Readings can provide insights, warnings or a different way of thinking about things, but they cannot define the future.

For those interested in learning how to read tarot cards, the amount of cards and meanings can be intimidating, and Jaggar was one of those people at first. She says that she grew up in a house with paranormal activity and was drawn to all things mystical at a young age, and she began exploring spiritual practices and Tarot as a teenager. But it was a starting and stopping process before she truly learned Tarot.

“What really got me hooked on it is that the learning is endless, you can never know all there is to know about it, and in doing so you are absorbing so many stories, ideas and archetypes that are woven into humanity,” says Jaggar.

Each of these three locally owned businesses have held Tarot-centric gatherings and workshops, and the store offerings include resources and supplies needed for those interested in learning how to read the cards. f

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Flagpole peered into its crystal ball and had a vision of what its readers believe are the favorite things in all

Athens. The 2024 Flagpole Athens Favorites awards are not really magic; they are the results of thousands of readers’ votes in over 90 categories. In case you aren’t clairvoyant, we have listed all the winners and runner-ups here so you can see if you agree with the results.

We had a lot of spirits working together to make this issue appear. Larry Tenner, Chris McNeal and Cody Robinson conjured up the designs for the theme logo, cover, awards and ads. Our sales team of Fabienne

Mack and Jessica Mangum brewed up some record breaking ad sales. Thanks to Kayla Carnes for lending us her charms as our mystic model. A special thanks goes out to Christen and Lawrence Williams who let us photograph their familiars, Mushu the bearded dragon and Angle and Achilles, two ice cream loving pit bulls. Thanks to Jason Thrasher, of Thrasher Photo and Design, who peered through his lens to capture the magic, and to Mason Pearson for photographing a few of our winners. Finally, a big thanks to the 40 Watt Club letting us use their magical space, and to Ben and Jerry’s for conjuring up some sweets for our models.

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Chuck’s

220

235

RUNNER UP Blind

312

2440

2301

· 706-850-4919

VEGETARIAN OPTIONS

1021

RUNNER

1280

RUNNER

DESSERT WINNER

Last Resort Grill

184 W. Clayton St. · 706-549-0810

RUNNER UP

Condor Chocolates

1658 S. Lumpkin St. · 706-850-4803

160 E. Washington St. · 706-521-8966

BUBBLE TEA WINNER

Bubble Cafe

247 E. Broad St. · 706-355-3002

RUNNER UP

Taichi Bubble Tea

151 E. Broad St. · 706-395-6483

ICE CREAM/ FROZEN TREAT WINNER

Jeni’s Ice Creams

1710 Lumpkin St. · 706-493-7377

RUNNER UP

Andy’s Frozen Custard

2180 W. Broad St. · 762-356-4330

Hendershot’s Coffee Bar

WINNER FAVORITE COMMUNITY

INVOLVED BUSINESS

RUNNER UP FAVORITE INTIMATE MUSIC VENUE

RUNNER UP FAVORITE LOCAL COFFEE HOUSE

TAKE OUT

Maepole

1021 N. Chase St. · 706-850-3600

1850 Epps Bridge Pkwy. · 706-510-3133

RUNNER UP

Ahi Hibachi and Poke 489 E. Clayton St. · 706-543-8898

CHEF WINNER

Pete Amadhanirundr at Puma

Yu’s

355 Oneta St., Ste. D-400 · www.pumayus.com

RUNNER UP

Burns Sullivan at The National

232 W. Hancock Ave. · 706-549-3450

UNIQUELY ATHENS RESTAURANT

1427 S. Lumpkin St. · 706-227-9979

1245 Cedar Shoals Dr. · 706-355-7087

RUNNER UP

Puma Yu’s

355 Oneta St., Ste. D-400 · www.pumayus.com

BARS

BARTENDER

RUNNER

St. · 706-227-9979

· 706-355-7087

263

RETAIL

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Ally

355

SPECIALTY

1320

RUNNER

355

HAPPY

235

· 706-850-4340

493

RUNNER

235

RUNNER

PLACE

294 W. Washington St. · 706-543-5040

RUNNER

240

UNIQUELY

625

RUNNER UP Silver

262 College Ave. · 706-353-3093

SEX POSITIVE BUSINESS

Sexy Suz

4124 Atlanta Hwy. · 678-661-0700

RUNNER UP Elations

4100 Lexington Rd. · 706-552-1492

STORE TO BUY GIFTS

WINNER

Indie South

470 Hawthorne Ave. · 706-850-0644

RUNNER UP

Community

260 N. Jackson St. · 706-316-2067

STORE TO BUY HOME GOODS WINNER

Indie South

470 Hawthorne Ave. · 706-850-0644

RUNNER UP

Athens Cooks

100 Prince Ave., Ste. 103 · 706-623-3373

LOCAL CLOTHING BOUTIQUE: FEMININE WINNER

Community

260 N. Jackson St. · 706-316-2067

RUNNER UP

Cheeky Peach

160 W. Clayton St. · 706-353-1322

LOCAL CLOTHING BOUTIQUE: MASCULINE WINNER Kempt

175 N. Lumpkin St. · 706-850-1686

RUNNER UP

Onward Reserve

146 E. Clayton St. · 706-543-0106

PLACE TO BUY LOCAL ART AND HANDMADE GOODS WINNER

Indie South

470 Hawthorne Ave. · 706-850-0644

RUNNER UP

Community

260 N. Jackson St. · 706-316-2067

PLACE

2361

THRIFT/VINTAGE

1005

PLACE

493

PLACE

470

RUNNER UP

1662

Paloma Park

WINNER FAVORITE WINGS

WINNER FAVORITE HAPPY HOUR

WINNER FAVORITE TACO

WINNER FAVORITE MEAL FOR A DEAL

WINNER FAVORITE OUTDOOR BAR SPACE

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The Glow Recording Studio

www.theglowrecordingstudio.com · 706-347-3323

PERFORMANCE

285 W. Washington St. · 706-549-7871

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Georgia Theatre

215 N. Lumpkin St. · 706-850-7670

INTIMATE

263 W. Washington St. · 706-546-0039

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VET

815

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Athens

· 706-583-9191

1400 N. Chase St. · 706-549-4320

PET

2095 S. Milledge Ave., Ste. B4 · 706-850-5364

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Bark

· 706-353-1065

PET

130 Whitetail Way · 706-227-7887

670 Olympic Dr. · 706-850-8744

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Athens Pet Sitter www.athenspetsitter.com · 706-254-5232

PLACE TO SHOP FOR KIDS

585

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KIDS’

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KIDS’

585

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Studio

160 Tracy St., Unit 1A · 706-286-8449

SUMMER CAMP

160 Tracy St. · 706-549-8501

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Athens YMCA

915 Hawthorne Ave. · 706-543-6596

ECO-FRIENDLY SERVICES

www.awesomepossumecomposting.com · 706-395-5042

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CHaRM

1005 College Ave. · 706-613-3512

ECO-FRIENDLY PRACTICES WINNER

1021 N. Chase St. · 706-850-3600 1850 Epps Bridge Pkwy. · 706-510-3133

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Community 260 N. Jackson St. · 706-316-2067

HOTEL

500 College Ave. · 706-546-0430

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Graduate Athens

295 E. Dougherty St. · 706-549-7020

➤ continued

810 N. Chase St. · 706-613-3947

1348 Jordan Dr. · 762-310-0300

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Ritual Spa

468 N. Milledge Ave., Ste. 101 · 706-850-1920

FITNESS INSTRUCTOR

191 Alps Rd., Ste. 17 · 706-850-4000

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Phelan La Velle at M3 Yoga

1260 S. Milledge Ave., Ste. E · 706-214-2232

PLACE TO GET FIT

1260 S. Milledge Ave., Ste. E · 706-214-2232

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Pure Barre Athens

191 Alps Rd. · 706-850-4000

ADULT CLASSES: MOVEMENT

1260 S. Milledge Ave., Ste. E · 706-214-2232

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Canopy Studio

160 Tracy St. · 706-549-8501

ADULT CLASSES: CREATIVE

485 Macon Hwy. · 706-355-3161

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K. A. Artist Shop

127 N. Jackson St. · 706-850-1224

Holy Liars’ Fury of the Days PLUS, MORE MUSIC NEWS AND GOSSIP

By Gordon Lamb threatsandpromises@flagpole.com

SIGNALS, CALLS & MARCHES: One of the things that snuck out while we were sleeping in December is the newest EP from Rag Bags named Sweet Talk. From the opening chords of “Narcan,” which marry the unlikely duo of Fugazi and Mission of Burma, I knew this was going to hold my attention. And it did, right on through the classic first-wave emo of “Best Man Wasted” and then the more traditional, if you will, 1990s alt-rock of the title track. The hypnotically paced closer, “103,” pulls the congas back out of the drum closet and runs through the psych-folk dream of the post-Nevermind years with a tune that’s easily a million times better than, say, anything Blind Melon did. For the unfamiliar, Rag Bags is composed of Barron Nicholson (vocals, rhythm guitar), Ian Hemerlein (keys, bass, backing vocals), Daniel Hogan (drums) and Scott Andrews (guitar). Find this on Spotify.

DON’T CALL IT A COMEBACK: By my best estimation, dark country and rock-and-roll band Holy Liars began work on its latest album, Fury of The Days, about a dozen years ago. This album features the core members (C.

tune full of its own regret and resolve. Plus, it’s easily the most emotionally charged tune of its type since old local band Junker was releasing music, and that hasn’t happened for quite a while. Find this on Spotify and keep up with the boys at facebook.com/ holyliars.

AND ANOTHER ONE: It was only weeks ago when I mentioned the rarity of Widespread Panic releasing a new single, and here we are with another new one. Back in mid-February the band released the lovely, but mournful, Allmans-flavored “We Walk Each Other Home.” That’s literally all the news on this one! There’s still no official word on a new studio album, but signs seem to be pointing that way. Find this on every major streaming service and bookmark widespreadpanic.com for future reference.

calendar picks arts & culture

PERFORMANCE | WED, MAR. 6

Athens Word of Mouth

The Globe • 7 p.m. • FREE!

Nicholson Ross, Asa Leffer and Peter Van Schoick) joined by a veritable cast of thousands in the form of Scott Nicholson, Will James, Jef Whatley, Jake Wells, Bernard Pierce, Matt “Pistol” Stoessel, Claire Campbell, Paige Campbell, Marie Davon, Serena Scibelli and Jeff Cummings. When it comes to its country tunes, Holy Liars is damn near unimpeachable. The rock songs can be hit or miss, though. For example, the Stones-y boogie of “Daisy” and “Now It’s On” totally shines, but the sluggish heavyhanded plod of “Only The Finest” can be skipped over. The record is quite heavy in themes of dissolved relationships, loneliness, reconciling adulthood and just overall heady stuff. By far, though, the best song here is opening track “Time,” which you could probably convince someone was written by Neil Young with George Jones hanging out in the corner. It’s a heavy sigh of a

THE NICE PRICE: Preorders are open now for the re-release of Elf Power’s 1997 LP When The Red King Comes. This new version comes courtesy of Orange Twin, is fully remastered and includes a bonus 7” of a couple of songs recorded during the album sessions. Now, I’ll be the first to admit I still get sticker shock when I see albums going for $30 plus, but let me tell you this: In 2024, $30 for this package is pretty dang reasonable. While the price of vinyl has outpaced general inflation by orders of magnitude, I think this pricing is quite thoughtful and accommodating to its audience. Oh, if you’re wondering, the Red King arrives May 3. Elf Power will celebrate this release at Nowhere Bar on Saturday, Apr. 27. Also on the bill is Giant Day, making its Athens debut. As you might guess from its name, there is indeed a former Olivia Tremor Control member onboard here in the form of Derek Almstead (formerly of Elf Power and of Montreal). Preorder the album over at orangetwin.com, and keep up with everything else over at elfpower.com.

HEADS UP: If you’re still holding your tickets for the rescheduled Randall Bramblett show that was to happen last October, keep holding them. The rescheduled show happens Saturday, Mar. 9. The show takes place at The Foundry. This show is billed as featuring “Randall Bramblett’s Big Band” and also as “Randall’s Birthday Show” so, you know, be prepared to celebrate. Doors open at 7 p.m. with music starting at 8 p.m. Also on the bill are The Megablasters Tickets are still available for $20 in advance plus fees or $25 at the door. For tickets and more information, please see facebook. com/thefoundryathens. f

Kodak Harrison—a poet, musician and painter from Atlanta—is the featured reader for Athens Word of Mouth’s open mic event this month. Harrison is an accomplished artist, having released 22 recordings of original music and spoken word (most recently 2023’s Lovin’ Soul), published a book and traveled across Europe on eight tours. He was also the chairman of Poetry Atlanta for over 10 years, and founded and hosted the award-winning Java Monkey Speaks open mic event. In the past, Harrison’s poetry has been heavily intertwined with his music, even earning him comparisons to lyrical heavyweights like Tom Waits and Leonard Cohen. He has since developed a tremor that affects his ability to play guitar, but in the face of this adversity, he has found that his sense of poetry as a standalone skill has become greatly strengthened. [Mary Beth Bryan]

MUSIC | FRI, MAR. 8

Frank Hurricane

and keyboardist and woodwind player Kiran Fernandes. Together, they created the band’s debut self-titled album and released it via Cloud Recordings in 2020, followed by Mercy of the Crane Folk via Fire Records in 2023. The show will feature support from

Chandelier, an esoteric guitar band from Atlanta, and Robe, a local shoegaze band led by Bryan Casey. [MB]

MUSIC | FRI, MAR. 8

Liverpool Legends

Bolo Bolo • 8 p.m. • $10 Frank Hurricane is perpetually inspired by the spiritual energy of Appalachia. The former Athenian’s music is full of both mystical and down-to-earth imagery combined with psychedelic folk stylings. Frank Hurricane’s songs give listeners the impression of traveling through the mountainous South beside him as he shares stories along the way. In an interview with It’s Psychedelic Baby! Magazine, he explains the strong interconnectedness he finds between music and storytelling, saying, “The music is a holy tool that I’m blessed with to help tell the stories.” The show, which is presented by Attaboy Tapes, will be opened by Lebo Jenkins, who plays Appalachian music, oldtime tunes and American primitive compositions on banjo and scordatura guitar, and local group Infinite Favors. [MB]

MUSIC | FRI, MAR. 8

Godcaster & Immaterial Possession

Ciné • 8 p.m. (doors), 9 p.m. (show) • $15 Godcaster is known for the maximalist and emotionally explosive revelations of sound that are its live shows. The Brooklynbased rock band was founded by childhood friends Judson Kolk and Bruce Ebersole and solidified in 2018 with the addition of David Mcfaul, Von Kolk and Sam Pickard. They are currently on a tour of North America, including shows supporting Deeper, Model/Actriz and Panchiko. Their co-headliner, Immaterial Possession, is a local band that fuses folk, psychedelia and prog rock to create its shadowy and otherworldly discography. The band was formed by Atlanta natives Cooper Holmes and Madeline Polites, who moved to Athens and teamed up with percussionist John Spiegel

Morton Theatre • 8 p.m. • $35–65

Liverpool Legends are a Beatles tribute band assembled by George Harrison’s late sister, Louise Harrison, to honor the legacy of the celebrated rock quartet. Liverpool Legends have played sold-out shows worldwide, performing everything from the Beatles’ classic hits to its more experimental, psychedelic material. They have rocked out at esteemed venues like Carnegie Hall, and even featured as headliners at the Rose Bowl four times. Liverpool Legends are more than just a live Beatles experience, though. The group also recorded and produced for the Grammy Award-nominated spoken word album Fab Fan Memories, showing their dedication to sharing the Beatles’ music and stories with audiences far and wide. Their Athens show will feature narration, costume changes, vintage instruments and a multimedia experience. [MB]

MUSIC | SAT, MAR. 9

JW Francis

Buvez • 7 p.m. • $10

In his own words, New York City-based musician JW Francis makes “lofi jangly bedroom slacker pop with a twist of lemon.” Music journalist Alex Curle writes for When the Horn Blows that Francis’ newest album, 2023’s Dream House, is “a dreamy escape to your daftest fairytale.” This dreamlike element swirls around in upbeat and bubbly instrumentals combined with surrealist lyrics and idiosyncratic vocal inflections. The show will also have performances by Oceanic Sound Research, an ambient electronic trio from Athens featuring members of Olivia Tremor Control, Organically Programmed and Casual Ether, and multi-instrumentalist Doc Calico & John Kiran Fernandes of Elephant 6 fame performing as a duo. [MB] f

Kodak Harrison

live music calendar

Tuesday 5

Ciné

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

KARAOKE WITH THE KING Show off your pipes to the world. Every first, third and fifth Tuesday.

Cozy Bar

7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). Donations encouraged.

HENRY LUTHER & THE BLACKOUTS South Carolina-based folk singer specializing in drinking songs, indie-folk impressionism and country-folk surrealism.

ORGANICALLY PROGRAMMED

Electronic space-themed act utilizing primitive drum machines and synthesizers to create disco-pop, jazz and easy listening inspired compositions.

PRETTY COLORS Athens/Atlanta ambient psych rock. Flicker Theatre & Bar 8 p.m. (doors). $10. www.flicker theatreandbar.com

BUBBLEGUM OCTOPUS Musical project of Mark Morden that mixed synth-pop, punk, electronica and EDM.

MARCEL SLETTEN California-born and Athens-based electronic music producer, composer and artist whose sound varies from peaceful to intense.

BAD STRAPLES Local DJ who creates electronica-influenced sets.

SAFETY FLUID New local screamo project.

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 Josh Allen, Seth Hendershot and various guests.

Rabbit Hole Studios

8–10:30 p.m. www.rabbitholestudios.

org

IMPROVS AND ORIGINS Musical experiments, originals and improvisations.

Wednesday 6

40 Watt Club Camp-In #10. 7 p.m. $25. www.40watt.com

CRACKER DUO David Lowery and Johnny Hickman perform to kick off the 10th annual Camp-In.

DAVID RYAN HARRIS Los Angeles singer-songwriter who has performed with artists including John Mayer, Dave Matthews and Santana.

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

STRING THEORY Local group playing old-time bluegrass and Americana. (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.

Hendershot’s 7 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.com

HENDERSHOT’S OPEN MIC

NIGHT Discover new Athens musical talent. Hosted by Lizzy Farrell. No. 3 Railroad Street 6 p.m. FREE! www.3railroad.org

OPEN MIC Picnics, chairs, dogs and children are welcome.

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 rotating cast of familiar faces performing American songbook, bossa nova classics and crossover hits.

Thursday 7

40 Watt Club Camp-In #10. 7 p.m. $25. www.40 watt.com

SONG SWAP Cracker members David Lowery and Johnny Hickman join Ike Reilly for a song swap.

Athentic Brewing Co. Blues and Brews Residency. 6–8:30 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com

RICK FOWLER ACOUSTIC BAND

Original, guitar-driven local bluesrock group. Every first Thursday of the month.

The Classic Center 7 p.m. $39–155. www.classiccenter. com

CELTIC WOMAN Recording ensemble and performing collective whose repertoire encompasses Irish classics, contemporary songs, classical favorites and stirring originals. 20th anniversary tour!

Flicker Theatre & Bar Attaboy Tapes Presents. 8 p.m. (doors). $12. www.flickertheatreandbar.com

LITTLE GOLD Local group playing garage rock with country and pop sensibilities.

FUST Twangy and dreamy indie rock band based Durham, NC.

ROBE Bryan Casey leads shoegazetinged songs with a cool, energetic vibe.

Southern Brewing Co. 6–10 p.m. www.sobrewco.com

KARAOKE NIGHT Every Thursday evening.

Friday 8

40 Watt Club Camp-In #10. 7 p.m. $25. www.40 watt.com

CRACKER Acclaimed alt-rock group that has explored many genres and sounds over its twodecade career.

FREE MOUNTAIN Local hard-rock supergroup featuring members of Hayride and The HEAP.

MEGAN SLANKARD San Francisco indie rocker.

Athentic Brewing Co. Swing & Suds. 7–9 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com

MARY & THE HOT HOTTY HOTS

Hot jazz and swing band offering music from the 1910s, ’20s and ’30s.

Bolo Bolo Athens Attaboy Tapes Presents. 8 p.m. $10. www.instagram.com/bolo.bolo.ath

FRANK HURRICANE Spiritual mountain psych folk storyteller and former Athenian.

INFINITE FAVORS Featuring members of Pride Parade, Los Meesfits and Cars Can Be Blue.

LEBO JENKINS Alien Appalachian, old-time tunes and American primitive compositions on banjo and scordatura guitar.

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, ’80s and J-Pop. Ciné

8 p.m. (doors), 9 p.m. (show). $15. www.athenscine.com

GODCASTER Brooklyn-based rock band known for its explosive and maximalist live shows.

IMMATERIAL POSSESSION Dark psychedelic folk pop group often incorporating visual art, theater and improv into their creative sets.

CHANDELIER Esoteric guitar band from Atlanta.

ROBE Bryan Casey leads shoegazetinged songs with a cool, energetic vibe.

Flicker Theatre & Bar

8 p.m. (doors). $10. www.flicker theatreandbar.com

NEWPORT TRANSPLANT

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

CHRISTOPHER SEYMORE

Self-described hillbilly poet and honky-tonk musician based in Houston, TX.

TYLER KEY & THE STRANGERS

Multi-instrumentalist Tyler Key of T. Hardy Morris, The Howdies and others plays his own set of folk rock, backed by The Strangers.

Hendershot’s

7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $20 (adv.), $25. www.hendershots athens.com

EDDIE 9V Blues artist with a Freddie King-style approach to guitar playing retro originals.

Morton Theatre

8 p.m. $35–65. www.mortontheatre. com

LIVERPOOL LEGENDS Started by Louise Harrison, sister of George Harrison, this group honors The Beatles’ legacy by tracing their musical evolution from early hits to psychedelic masterpieces.

Nowhere Bar

9:30 p.m. www.facebook.com/ NowhereBarAthens

HEDONISTAS Five-piece funk rock band from Atlanta. The Roadhouse 10:30 p.m. www.instagram.com/ roadhouseathens

EVERYDAY DOGS Skateboarding, Capri-Sun drinking, surfer-punk rockers of Atlanta.

Saturday 9

40 Watt Club

Camp-In #10. 7 p.m. $25. www.40 watt.com

CRACKER Acclaimed alt-rock group that has explored many genres and sounds over its twodecade career.

AARON LEE TASJAN Drivin N Cryin and Semi Precious Weapons member with his own style of indie folk grit.

ANNE HARRIS Chicago-based singer-songwriter and violinist who incorporates elements of Celtic music, folk rock, Afrobeat, soul and chamber music into her own unique sound.

Bishop Park

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

MARK PLEMMONS Talented local pianist. (8 a.m.)

MARION MONTGOMERY & GLYN DENHAM Bluesy local acoustic folk duo. (10 a.m.)

Boutier Winery & Inn 8–11 p.m. $10. www.boutierwinery. com

DWIGHT WILSON AND THE CLASSIC CITY SOUL BAND A mix of classic Motown, soul and funk. Buvez

7 p.m. $10. www.cloudrecordings. com

JW FRANCIS NYC lo-fi jangle dream slacker bedroom pop.

OCEANIC SOUND RESEARCH

Ambient electronic trio from Athens featuring Elephant 6 pioneer John Kiran Fernandes (Olivia Tremor Control, Circulatory System), Oliver Domingo (Organically Programmed) and Kyle MacKinnel (Casual Ether) perpetually scanning the depths.

DOC CALICO & JOHN KIRAN

FERNANDES Mystical wizard multi-instrumentalist from Atlanta with John Kiran Fernandes on clarinet.

Flicker Theatre & Bar 8 p.m. (doors). $12 (adv.), $15. www. flickertheatreandbar.com

JULIANNA MONEY Existential indie folk-rock musician based in Atlanta known for her haunting vocal delivery and inspired melodies.

GRACIE HUFFMAN Singer-songwriter of the Athens-based band lighthearted.

DREW BESKIN Local powerpop singer-songwriter known for fronting the bands Purses and The District Attorneys.

The Foundry

Randall’s Birthday Show. 7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $20 (adv.), $25. bit.ly/RandallBramblettMarch9

THE RANDALL BRAMBLETT

BAND This established Georgia singer-songwriter’s Southerntinged music pulls from a variety of influences. Tonight’s performance will include the Megablasters. Nowhere Bar

9:30 p.m. www.facebook.com/ NowhereBarAthens BROKEN STRING BAND Americana band blending Western folk with indie rock.

The World Famous

10 p.m. $10. www.facebook.com/ theworldfamousathens

HIGH. Four-piece loud indie rock band from New Jersey.

JOYER Indie rock duo based in Brooklyn and Boston composed of brothers Nick and Shane Sullivan.

COMA THERAPY Muscular dark wave goth influenced by post-punk and no wave.

JOHNNY FALLOON Deranged local band with hard-hitting songs and complex theatrics.

Sunday 10

ACC Library

3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org

LIZ FARRELL Jeff Buckleyinspired vocals accompanied by intricate ukulele.

REED WINCKLER Atlanta singersongwriter specializing in melancholic folk for fans of Elliott Smith and Joanne Robertson.

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. Every second Sunday.

Buvez

7 p.m. $10. www.facebook.com/buvez athens

TOM CARTER Member of legendary Houston psych-folk act Charalambides performs solo on guitar.

PARISH / POTTER Ahleuchatistas frontman Shane Parish and experimental label Null Zone owner Michael Potter join forces.

IN A KYTHE Drone project of Lydian Brambila (Outersea, Vile Body) featuring cello loops and field recordings.

Hendershot’s

7 p.m. $12 (adv.). www.hendershots athens.com

SLOW FICTION New York City indie group inspired by poets like Anne Waldman and Ted Berrigan as well as early 2000s garage rock bands.

HONEYPUPPY Four-piece indie rock band self-described as a “menace to society.”

KID FEARS Evolved from Rose Ewing’s solo songwriting project, this Atlanta band draws influence from slowcore and shoegaze giants like Low and My Bloody Valentine.

Oak House Distillery 3:30–6 p.m. www.oakhousedistillery. com

MCHANlX BAND Rock, country and pop cover duo from Gwinett. The World Famous

8:30 p.m. $10 suggested donation. www.facebook.com/theworldfamous athens

HUNGER ANTHEM Local indie power-rock trio with an unabashed penchant for distortion drenched songs and a DIY punk rock ethos.

SORRY, ERIC Cincinnati indie rock marring Midwestern post-punk and skewed NZ pop.

INFINITE FAVORS Featuring members of Pride Parade, Los Meesfits and Cars Can Be Blue.

Monday 11

40 Watt Club

7 p.m. (doors). $13 (adv.), $15. www.40watt.com

THEY ARE GUTTING A BODY OF WATER Heavy shoegaze band from Philadelphia.

LOWERTOWN Duo creating a lo-fi indie blend of electronica and folk.

FLORAL PRINT Angsty psychedelia and deconstructed pop band from Atlanta.

NU11 Athens-based post punk and self-described Adderall pop band. Flicker Theatre & Bar 8 p.m. (doors). $10. www.flicker theatreandbar.com

HANDHOLDER A group whose multi-genre sound ranges from folk to rock to electronic.

MOON TOKKI Blondie-inspired angular rock band from San Antonio, TX.

THE DOWNSTAIRS The youth gone wild.

Hendershot’s 6–8 p.m. $10. www.hendershots athens.com

PROJECT SAFE FUNDRAISER

Join Dancing with the Athens Stars team members Heather Fletcher and Chelsea Harney for an evening of Latin American music by members of Bichos Vivos. No. 3 Railroad Street 6 p.m. $10 suggested donation. www.3railroad.org

FESTER HAGOOD’S MOJO

CONFESSIONAL SONGWRITER SHOWCASE Every second Sunday. Bring a dish to share at the potluck.

Tuesday 12

40 Watt Club

7 p.m. (doors). $18 (adv.), $23. www.40watt.com

BALLYHOO! Reggae rock and punk band from Aberdeen, MD. 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 Josh Allen, Seth Hendershot and various guests.

Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall

7:30 p.m. $35–70. pac.uga.edu

MAX RAABE & PALAST ORCHESTER German crooner who revives classic songs of the 1920s and ’30s with a dozen-member ensemble blending elements of cabaret, jazz and pop.

Rabbit Hole Studios

8–10:30 p.m. www.rabbitholestudios.

org IMPROVS AND ORIGINS Musical experiments, originals and improvisations.

Wednesday 13

Creature Comforts

Brewery

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

MARY & THE HOT HOTTY-HOTS

Hot jazz and swing band offering music from the 1910s, ’20s and ’30s. (6 p.m.)

Flicker Theatre & Bar

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

DR. FRED’S KARAOKE Featuring pop, rock, indie and more. Hendershot’s 7 p.m. (sign-ups). FREE! www.hendershotsathens.com

BEATS, RHYMES AND LIFE OPEN

MIC Emcees, poets, rappers and freestylers of all styles are invited to perform with the backing band playing the tempo of their choice.

Ramsey Hall

7:30 p.m. FREE! music.uga.edu

CHAMBER RECITAL Faculty and guest artists perform.

Down the Line

3/14 Municipal Waste, Ghoul, Necrot, Dead Heat (40 Watt Club)

3/14 The Stews, Happy Landing (Georgia Theatre)

3/14 UGA Hodgson Singers – The Poet Sings (Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall)

3/14 Don Chambers, Fourth Mansions, In a Kythe (Flicker Theatre & Bar)

3/14 Bob Dylan (The Classic Center)

3/15 Fawney Rig (Nowhere Bar)

3/15 Jacob Mallow, James Morse, Zac Crook (Flicker Theatre & Bar)

3/15 Bob Dylan (The Classic Center)

3/16 Fawney Rig (Front Porch Bookstore)

3/16 Salsa Night (Athentic Brewing Co.)

3/16 Apathetic Discharge, NAW, Attest (Flicker Theatre & Bar) f

EXPERIENCE AT MUSIC UGA

TICKETED PERFORMANCES $15-20; $3 with UGA student ID

THURS 3/14

7:30 p.m.

HODGSON HALL

TUES 3/19 7:30 p.m.

RAMSEY HALL

THURS 3/21

FRI 3/22

7:30 p.m.

HODGSON HALL

MON 3/25

7:30 p.m.

HODGSON HALL

UGA Hodgson Singers “The Poet Sings”

The award-winning UGA Hodgson Singers, conducted by Daniel Bara, presents pieces based on the poetry of Shakespeare, Pablo Neruda, Robert Frost, and the Indian poet, Sarojini Naidu. Featuring UGA Voice Faculty Elizabeth Johnson Knight, mezzo-soprano. Part of UGA Humanities Festival.

Women’s Works for Viola: Past, Present, and Future - Maggie Snyder, viola

With Timothy Lovelace on piano. Includes three world premieres: And a Cry Came from the People for viola & piano by Mary Kouyoumdjian, Variations on a Feeling (Chaconne) for viola alone by Tessa Lark, and Sakari Dixon Vanderveer’s Bagatelles for Strings, I. Prelude.

UGA Opera Theatre presents “The Tragedy of Carmen”

Adapted from Georges Bizet’s opera by Marius Constant, Jean-Claude Carriére, and Peter Brook. This version draws on the original novella for dramatic inspiration to create a more intimate and emotionally raw exploration of these familiar characters.

ARCO Chamber Orchestra presents “Mostly Romantic”

The program includes the beloved Tchaikovsky’s “Souvenir de Florence” in orchestral version. In this context, romantic refers to both the Romantic period, and the depth of dramatic character.

CONNECTION SERIES: FREE CONCERTS, NO TICKETS NEEDED

WED 3/13

7:30 p.m.

RAMSEY HALL

WED 3/20

7:30 p.m.

RAMSEY HALL

THURS 3/21

5:30 p.m.

RAMSEY HALL

FRI 3/22

3:30 p.m.

RAMSEY HALL

Guest Artist and Faculty Recital featuring Davis Brooks, violin

With UGA Faculty Michael Heald, violin, Maggie Snyder, viola, David Starkweather, cello, and Alan Woo, piano. Free performance.

Guitar Foundation of America’s Winner’s Tour: Jérôme Ducharme, guitar

Part of Tangere Trio and Canadian Guitar Quartet; teaches at McGill University and Conservatoire de musique de Montréal. Free performance.

Guest Artist: Vicky Chow, piano

Hong Kong/Canadian pianist Vicky Chow has been described as “brilliant” (New York Times) and “one of our era’s most brilliant pianists” (Pitchfork). Supported by the McCay Fund. Free performance.

Repertory Singers

This choir, conducted by Graduate Students in Choral Conducting, will be led during this concert by Daniel Shafer. Free performance.

event calendar

Wednesday 6

ART: Tour At Two (Georgia Museum of Art) These drop-in public tours feature highlights of the permanent collection. 2 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org

CLASSES: Free Pilates Class (Oconee County Library) Certified instructor Francine May will lead a beginner class. Bring a mat and water. Ages 18 & up. Registration required. 10 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee

CLASSES: Salsa Dancing (Starland Lounge & Lanes) Join SALSAthens for Cuban salsa lessons that meet a variety of dance abilities, including beginners. Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. (advanced), 7:30 p.m. (beginner/ intermediate). $10. SALSAthensDancing@gmail.com

COMEDY: Gorgeous George’s Improv League (Buvez) Townie improv that invites you to bring suggestions to help create improv magic. Wednesdays, 7 p.m. $5 suggested donation. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com

EVENTS: Explore The Creative Space (Oconee County Library) Demos for the new 3D printer, laser engraver, digital editing stations and Classic City Vibes recording studio will be available in addition to gaming experiences. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/ oconee

FILM: Blood Everywhere (Flicker Theatre & Bar) Screening of the murder mystery film Black Belly of the Tarantula. 7 p.m. FREE! www. flickertheatreandbar.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/ ClassicCityTriviaCo

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

KIDSTUFF: LEGO & Builder’s Club (Bogart Library) Drop in to use LEGOs and other building materials. All ages. 3:30–5:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart

KIDSTUFF: Teen Prism Club (Oconee County Library) Hang out in the library to play games, do crafts and build friendships in an inclusive and welcoming space. Grades 6–12. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/oconee

LECTURES & LIT: Word of Mouth (The Globe) Athens’ longest-running spoken word open mic, with this month’s featured reader being Kodac Harrison from Atlanta. 6 p.m. (sign-ups), 7 p.m. (poetry).

FREE! www.facebook.com/athenswordofmouth

MEETINGS: Avid Writers’ Collective (Avid Bookshop) Members critique each others’ pre-submitted writing of all forms. First Wednesdays, 6:15 p.m. FREE! events@ avidbookshop.com

OUTDOORS: ‘Normal’ Run (Athentic Brewing Co.) Join the Athens Road Runners for a 1–3 mile run that starts and ends at Athentic Brewing. Every other Wednesday,

6:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com

Thursday 7

CLASSES: Free Apple & Android Training Class for the Blind (Multiple Choices Center for Independent Living) A comprehensive seminar is focused on sharing essential skills for seamlessly and efficiently navigating devices. Registration required. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! 706-850-4025

CLASSES: Classic City Squares Dance Lessons (Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens) Beginner square dance lessons for singles, couples and children. Ages 12 & up. Thursdays, 2–4 p.m. $5. www.facebook.com/groups/classiccitysquares

COMEDY: Flying Squid Improv & Lanny’s Comedy Show (Hendershot’s) Members of Flying Squid Comedy perform improvised scenes followed by standup performances by local comedians hosted by Lanny Farmer. First Thursdays, 8 p.m. $10. www.flyingsquidcomedy. com

GAMES: Teen Dungeons & Dragons (Bogart Library) Volunteer-led gaming session for teens of all skill levels. Grades 6–12. 6–7:45 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart

GAMES: Thursday Trivia (Johnny’s New York Style Pizza) Test your trivia knowledge with host Jon Head. 6:30 p.m. www.johnnyspizza. com

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

KIDSTUFF: Open Play (Oconee County Library) Drop in for bubbles, playtime, children’s music and companionship. Ages 5 & under. Thursdays, 11 a.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/oconee

KIDSTUFF: Read to Rover (Oconee County Library) Drop in to read a story to Grady the therapy dog. All Ages. 2:30–3:30 p.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/oconee

KIDSTUFF: LEGO Club (Oconee County Library) Drop in to free build and create, or do one of the fun LEGO challenges. Ages 5–12. Thursdays, 3:30–5:30. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/oconee

MEETINGS: Coffee Hour (Oconee County Library) Drop in to drink some coffee, while supplies last. Thursdays, 11 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee

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

MEETINGS: Oconee Rivers Audubon Society Meeting (Sandy Creek Nature Center) Chuck Murphy, a professional bird photographer and photography teacher, will speak about tips and tricks for better backyard bird photos. 7–8 p.m. FREE! www.oconeeriversaudubon.org

OUTDOORS: Roaming Readers (Oconee County Library) Enjoy a morning walk around Wire Park, and talk about books (or anything). First Thursdays, 10 a.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/oconee

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

THEATER: Blue Stockings (Quinn Hall) Athens Creative Theatre presents a play following a tumultuous academic year with students fighting to change the future of education. Mar. 7–9, 7:30 p.m. $15. www.accgov.com/act

Friday 8

GAMES: Mahjong Club (Winterville Cultural Center) Learn to play the ancient Chinese game of Mahjong. Tuesdays & Fridays, 1–4 p.m. $1. www.wintervillecenter.com

GAMES: Chess Club (Winterville Cultural Center) Join others for a weekly chess competition. Fridays, 6–10 p.m. FREE! www.wintervillecenter.com

GAMES: Friday Night Initiative (Online: Tyche’s Games) Learn how to play a 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.athenslibrary.org/bogart

KIDSTUFF: Fantastic Friday (Bishop Park) An instructor supervises while a parent/caregiver leads their little ones through obstacle courses. Ages 1–4 years. Register online. 10–11:30 a.m. $7.50 (ACC residents), $11.25 (non-ACC residents). www.accgovga.myrec.com

THEATER: Blue Stockings (Quinn Hall) Athens Creative Theatre presents a play following a tumultuous academic year with students fighting to change the future of education. Mar. 7–9, 7:30 p.m. $15. www.accgov.com/act

THEATER: Love Letters (Town & Gown Players) This fundraising performance will be performed by guest actors Daphne Ostle and Vince Rossano of the Lakeside Players. 8 p.m. $5. www.townandgownplayers.org

Saturday 9

ART: Family Saturdays: Art Workshop (Lyndon House Arts Center) A drop-in family-oriented series of art projects that are inspired by current exhibitions. 12–2 p.m. FREE! www. accgov.com

ART: Opening Reception (Spaceball Bazaar) The exhibition “In Like a Lion” will feature local works by Gary Autry, Jamal Whitaker and more with snacks and G. Bronco spinning tunes. 7 p.m. www.instagram.com/spaceball.bazaar

CLASSES: Free Line Dance Lessons (Oconee County Library) Guest instructor Becky Galvin will teach some basic line dances in a laid back environment. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/ oconee

COMEDY: Down the Rabbit Hole Comedy (Rabbit Hole Studios) A showcase of comedians from Athens and Atlanta hosted by Miles Bunch. 8 p.m. $8 (adv.), $10. www. instagram.com/athenscomedy

EVENTS: Really, Really Free Market (Reese and Pope Park) Just like a yard sale, but everything is free. Bring what you can, take what you need. Second Saturday of every month. 12–1:30 p.m. reallyreallyfreemarketathens@gmail.com, www.facebook.com/RRFMAthens

EVENTS: Georgia Beer Day (Athens, GA) Athens’ participating breweries Athentic Brewing Co., Creature Comforts and Southern Brewing Co. will be offering a limited edition collector’s pint glass with individual celebrations. 12–10 p.m. FREE! www.georgiacraftbrewersguild.org

EVENTS: Camp-In Meet and Greet (Hendershot’s) As part of Cracker’s Camp-In weekend, meet and greet with the band followed by a music performance by Johnny Hickman. 2 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.com

EVENTS: Ciné Oscar Gala (1055 Barber) This fundraiser features a red carpet entry, swag bags, live music, dancing, buffet, live auction, photo booths, contests and more. 6–10 p.m. $150 & up. www.athenscine.com

GAMES: Day of Board Game Demonstrations (Tyche’s Games) Try new games and watch how they’re played. 12 p.m. FREE! www. tychesgames.com

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

PERFORMANCE: Athens Showgirl Cabaret Drag For All (Hendershot’s) Enjoy a fabulous night of fun with open drag night. 7:30 p.m. (sign-ups), 8–11 p.m. $5. www. athensshowgirlcabaret.com

PERFORMANCE: Moulin Rouge! (Georgia Theatre) The Studio Athens presents a dance performance reimagining Baz Luhrman’s 2001 cult classic film. 8 p.m. (doors). $12–15. www.georgiatheatre.com

THEATER: Blue Stockings (Quinn Hall) Athens Creative Theatre presents a play following a tumultuous academic year with students fighting to change the future of education. Mar. 7–9, 7:30 p.m. $15. www.accgov.com/act

Sunday 10

ART: Art + Wellness Studio (Georgia Museum of Art) Art therapist Meg Abbot will lead in exploring art and creating something together. RSVP by email. 2–4 p.m. FREE! gmoa-tours@uga.edu

COMEDY: Tournament of Topics (The Globe) Hosted by Levi Crumely, see over a dozen comedians compete by riffing on random topics drawn from a hat. 9 p.m. $5. www.athenscomedy.com

EVENTS: Spring Fling and Shop (The Globe) Browse locally crafted jewelry, art prints, home decor and ceramics. 2–5 p.m. FREE! www. globetavern.com

GAMES: Bad Dog Trivia (Southern Brewing Co.) Test your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Sundays, 4 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens

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

Monday 11

EVENTS: UGA Humanities Festival Kickoff Reception (UGA Founders Memorial Garden) The program will begin with remarks from staff and follow with conversation and refreshments. 5 p.m. FREE! willson. uga.edu

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

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

GAMES: Team Trivia (Southern Brewing Co.) Test your trivia knowledge with host Team Trivia. Mondays, 7 p.m. www.sobrewco.com

KIDSTUFF: Monday Funday (Bogart Library) Join Ms. Donna for songs, fingerplays, storytelling and STEAM activities. Ages 3–7 years. Registration suggested. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart

MEETINGS: Classic City Rotary (Athentic Brewing Co.) The local chapter meets weekly. Mondays, 11:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com

MEETINGS: Hook and Needle (Winterville Cultural Center) A crafting group with a focus on creating and contributing blanket projects for Project Linus. Second Mondays, 2 p.m. FREE! www.wintervillecenter. com

MEETINGS: Pen Pals Writing Group (Oconee County Library) Meet other writers, share your writing experiences and get feedback on your work. Second Mondays, 5:30 p.m. Fourth Mondays, 4 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee

Tuesday 12

ART: Artist Reception (Lyndon House Arts Center) Katie Ford’s work in the exhibition “Soft Trap” will be on view. 6 p.m. FREE! www. facebook.com/LyndonHouseArts

ART: Opening Reception (Lyndon House Arts Center) The 49th Juried Exhibition will be on view featuring 160 works by 111 local artists. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/ exhibits

CLASSES: ESOL (Bogart Library) Learn or polish your English skills using Mango languages online and in-person basic conversation and vocabulary. 12:30 p.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/bogart

CLASSES: Reiki Circle (Serenity Attunement) Connect in meditation and learn more about Reiki. Second Tuesdays, 6 p.m. $22. www.serenityattunement.com

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

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: Mahjong Club (Winterville Cultural Center) Learn to play the ancient Chinese game of Mahjong. Tuesdays & Fridays, 1–4 p.m. $1. www.wintervillecenter.com

GAMES: Tuesday Night Shenanigans (Southern Brewing Co.) Play board games and arcade games on site, bring your own games or even your D&D group. Tuesdays, 5–10 p.m. www.sobrewco.com

GAMES: Singo! (Beef O’Brady’s) Win gift certificates and prizes at this music bingo night. Tuesdays, 7–9 p.m. www.beefobradys.com/athens

KIDSTUFF: Toddler Tuesday: Lucky Charm (Georgia Museum of Art) Enjoy art and storytime 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

KIDSTUFF: Crafternoon (Oconee County Library) Drop in for a craft or two. Supplies Provided. All ages. Tuesdays, 3:30–5:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee

LECTURES & LIT: Monthly Book Swap (Athentic Brewing Co.) Browse free books to take home or settle in to read in the front lounge. Donating books is encouraged but not required. Second Tuesdays, 5–10 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com

LECTURES & LIT: UGA Humanities Festival Opening Keynote (UGA Chapel) A.E. Stallings is a poet who studied Classics at the University of Georgia and Oxford. 6 p.m. FREE! willson.uga.edu

LECTURES & LIT: Author Talk & Book Signing (Avid Bookshop) Author Kate Manne will speak about her book Unshrinking, discussing how fatphobia has become a vital social justice issue. 7 p.m. FREE! www. avidbookshop.com

LECTURES & LIT: tell me: Any/ Body Poetry Open Mic (Buvez) Spoken word artists and poets are invited to share pieces on physical, mental and emotional health and wellbeing. 7–9 p.m. FREE! www. instagram.com/buvez_athens

LECTURES & LIT: Normal Talk (Normal Bar) Charlotte N. Varnum discusses topics on news, media consumption, bias and how to find important information amid all the noise. 7:30–9 p.m. FREE! www. normaltalk.org

MEETINGS: Veterans Coffee Hour (Winterville Cultural Center) Sit down with a veteran and have coffee and conversation. Tuesdays, 9 a.m. FREE! www.wintervillecenter.com

MEETINGS: Athens Fibercraft Guild (Lyndon House Arts Center) Bonnie Montgomery will teach the members how to make a braided rag rug. 12:30–2:30 p.m. FREE! www.athensfiber.org

MEETINGS: Knot Just For Knitters (Oconee County Library) Bring your own crafting project to work on while chatting with fellow crafters. Tuesdays, 3–5 p.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/oconee

MEETINGS: Memoir Writing Group (Bogart Library) During this monthly group, hear memoirs from others and learn tips on how to write your own. 5:30–6:30 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. info@petanque.org, f

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

Art

AAAC QUARTERLY GRANT (Athens, GA) The Athens Area Arts Council offers $500 grants to visual and performing artists in any medium to support specific projects that enrich the culture of Athens. Rolling deadlines are Mar. 15, June 15, Sept. 15 and Dec. 15. Apply online. www. athensarts.org/support

CALL FOR ARTISTS (Spaceball

Bazaar) Seeking artists to submit works for an upcoming exhibition, “In Like a Lion.” Submit up to three pictures and a brief artist statement or bio. Deadline Mar. 7. Opening reception Mar. 9. $10 entry fee. www.instagram.com/spaceball. bazaar

EMERGING BLACK ARTIST

SCHOLARSHIP (Athens, GA) The Athens Area Arts Council will award a $500 scholarship annually to one Black artist from a Clarke County high school who is attending, or has been accepted to, a college or university to study the arts. Deadline June 30. www.athensarts.org/ support

JOKERJOKERTV CALL FOR ART-

ISTS (Online) JOKERJOKERtv is actively accepting proposals for collaboration from visual, musical and video artists and curators living in Athens. Artists worldwide can also submit music videos, short films, skits and ideas to share with a weekly livestream audience. www. jokerjokertv.com/submit

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

PUBLIC ART SELECTION PANELS

(Athens GA) The Athens Cultural Affairs Commission is seeking community members to participate in upcoming public art selection panels. Panels review, evaluate and select from submitted proposals for ACC-funded public art commissions. www.accgov.com/9656/ Public-Art-Selection-Panels

SEEKING ACAC MEMBERS (Athens, GA) The Athens Cultural Affairs Commission is seeking three candidates to fill three-year volunteer positions. The mission of the ACAC is to foster the development and enjoyment of performing, visual, cultural and other arts in the Athens-Clarke County community and to make recommendations to the Mayor and Commission in many areas of ACC planning and development. The ACAC meets the second Monday of every month at 6 p.m. Application deadline Mar. 17, 11:59 p.m. Tatiana.veneruso@accgoc. com, www.accgov.com/aac

STUDENT ART COMPETITION

(State Botanical Garden of Georgia) Selected original artwork will be used for items in the garden’s gift shop, such as note cards, T-shirts,

art around town

ACE/FRANCISCO GALLERY (675 Pulaski St., Suite 1500) Jason Thrasher’s exhibition of photographs, “Kashi Washi,” documents his return to a specific street corner in Benares, India 25 years after his first visit in 1998. Through May by appointment.

ATHENAEUM (287 W. Broad St.) Brooklyn-based artist Fabienne Lasserre presents “Listeners,” an immersive and responsive installation consisting of a series of sculptures made of clear vinyl spray-painted with translucent gradients of color. Through Mar. 16.

ATHENS INSTITUTE FOR CONTEMPORARY ART: ATHICA (675 Pulaski St.) The “2024 Members’ Showcase” features all types of media, including sculpture, photography, painting and more. Artist Roundtable and Closing Reception Mar. 17, 4 p.m.

ATHICA@CINÉ GALLERY (234 W. Hancock Ave.) Christina Habibi shares a collection of large abstract paintings incorporating architectural and structure elements juxtaposed with single words. On view Through Apr. 25.

CLASSIC CENTER (300 N. Thomas St.) In Classic Gallery I, “Wild Thing” features animals, plants and people intermingling through the works of Margo Rosenbaum, Shelby Little, Carolyn Suzanne Schew and Amanda Burk. • In Classic Gallery II, “LOVE.CRAFT Athens” features works by Melanie Jackson, Hannah Jo, Norman Austin Junior and Brittany Wortham.

DODD GALLERIES (270 River Rd.) “Trust Fall: 2024 Faculty Exhibition” features the work of Lamar Dodd School of Art faculty working in painting and drawing, textile design, photography, video, printmaking and book arts, interior design, scientific illustration and graphic design. Through Mar. 20. • “Star Dancers” is a mixed media wall-bound creation by Jaime Bull.

FLICKER THEATRE & BAR (263 W. Washington St.) Sam Granger, selftaught artist behind the World Famous SamG Land roadside attraction in Clarkesville, presents bright, often funny paintings. • Artwork by Neil Hayden. Through March.

FOYER (135 Park Ave.) New York City-based multidisciplinary artist Amelia Briggs shares a collection of oil paintings on paper that imagine interior landscapes. On view by appointment through Mar. 16.

GEORGIA MUSEUM OF ART (90 Carlton St.) “Nancy Baker Cahill: Through Lines” is a mid-career survey demonstrating the artist’s progression from drawing into digital works of art in augmented reality. Through May 19. •

scarves and mugs. Students attending ninth grade and above in Georgia (including college students) are eligible. Cash prizes awarded. Deadline Mar. 31. botgarden.uga. edu

Classes

ACCA CLASSES (Athens Community Council on Aging Center for Active Learning) “Qigong for Vitality with Anna DiBella” includes gentle movements to help improve balance, coordination and the mind-body connection. Mondays, 11 a.m.–12 p.m. $20–25/five week series. “Feel Better Yoga with Elizabeth Alder, CYT” is a slowgoing yoga class for all abilities. Tuesdays, 2:30–3:30 p.m. $20–25/ five week series. abarefoot@acc aging.org

ART CLASSES (K.A. Artist Shop)

The shop offers a range of fine art classes and workshops for adults, private classes and parties, summer camps, and art clubs for youth. Topics include acrylic, aqua oil, bookmaking, calligraphy, gouache, printmaking, and watercolor. Register online. www.kaartist.com

ART CLASSES (Oconee Cultural Arts Foundation) “Intuitive Painting,” Mar. 9. “Collage & Principles of Design,” Mar. 23. “Middle Schoolers: A Day of Fun Art Activities, Pizza & Making New Friends,” Mar. 30. All programs held 10 a.m.–4 p.m. edriscoll60@gmail.com

BLACKSMITHING CLASSES (Greenhow Handmade Ironworks, Washington) A variety of classes include “Two-Day Railroad Spike Knife and Tomahawk” (Mar. 15–16), “Basic Tong Making” (Mar. 30), “Forge a Firepoker with Decorative Handle” (Apr. 6, May 11 or June 14), “Forge Grilling Tools” (Apr. 13 or June 1), “Forge a Three Hook Rack” (Apr. 26 or May 25), “Forge Garden Tools” (Apr. 27 or June 8) and “Forge a Railroad Spike Knife” (May 3 or May 24). Classes run 10 a.m.–5 p.m. www.greenhowhandmade. com/blacksmith-classes

CLASSES (Winterville Cultural Center) “Chair Yoga” promotes deep breathing, mindfulness and inward listening. Mondays, 9:10–10:10 a.m. $12/drop in. “Botanical Sketchbook” explores drawing techniques like shading, perspective and light. Mondays, 10:30 a.m.–12 p.m. $12/drop in. wintervillecampus@gmail.com, www.winterville center.com

FELDENKRAIS CLASSES (Sangha Yoga Studio) Gentle lessons for the brain and body. Thursdays, 2 p.m. $15–18. www.healingartscentre. net/sangha-yoga-studio

NIA TECHNIQUE CLASSES (RxGym)

Nia combines dance, martial arts and mindfulness with uplifting music to create a holistic fitness experience. Mondays and Thursdays, 10 a.m. $15–20/class. athens pt.com/rx-gym/athens

PÉTANQUE CLUB OF ATHENS (5 Alumni Dr.) Learn to play Pétanque. RSVP for a free Wednesday introduction. athenspetanqueclub@ gmail.com, www.athenspetanque club.wixsite.com/play

QPR SUICIDE PREVENTION TRAINING (Nuçi’s Space) Nuçi’s

“Richard Prince: Tell Me Everything” includes a suite of works based on the joke archives of comedian Milton Berle. Through June 16. • “Decade of Tradition: Highlights from the Larry D. and Brenda A. Thompson Collection.” Through July 3, 2024. • “Kei Ito: Staring at the Face of the Sun” uses photography to examine the intergenerational trauma of nuclear disaster and the possibilities of healing and reconciliation. Through July 14.

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 “Nirvinyl For Sale” featuring vintage album cover art. Through mid-April.

JUST PHO… AND MORE (1063 Baxter St.) Susan Pelham’s collages are inspired by Magic Realism, Surrealism, fables and more. Through March.

LYNDON HOUSE ARTS CENTER (211 Hoyt St.) “Memory Worker: Kelly Taylor Mitchell” explores ancestral seeking through hand-sewn stitches and handmade paper. Through Mar. 12. • “Tell Me A Story: Jasmine Best” presents narrative works combining fabric, yarn and digital sewing to reflect on memories and Black female identity. Through Mar. 12. • “Soft Trap” is a site-specific installation by Katie Ford created for “In Case,” a new annual series that utilizes the lobby case as an installation space. Through Mar. 28. • Collections from our Community presents Ikla McConnell’s collection of Pyrex casseroles and dishware. Through Apr. 9. • The 49th annual Juried Exhibition features 160 works by 111 local artists. Opening reception Mar. 12, 6–8 p.m. Artist Talks held Apr. 4, 11, 18 and 25, 6 p.m. Through May 4.

MADISON-MORGAN CULTURAL CENTER (434 S. Main St., Madison) “John Lewis Series: Painting by Benny Andrews” features 17 paintings by Andrews depicting the life of late U.S. Congressman John Lewis and the Civil Rights Movement. • In celebration of National Women’s History Month, the gallery shares 13 photographs by Frances Benjamin Johnston (1864–1952) taken in Madison in 1939 of seven antebellum homes and one church as part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South. Through May.

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

“Youth Art Month 2024” features artwork by students in kindergarten through 12th grade attending Oconee County schools. Through Apr. 6. • “Explosive Encounters: Where Paint Meets Thread” features over 20 art quilts by Laura Leiden. Through Apr. 6.

PORCELAIN AND DECORATIVE ARTS MUSEUM (2450 S. Milledge Ave.) Two new collections celebrating the connection between art and nature include a complete Jasperware tea set from Wedgewood in England and a

hosts free monthly QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) suicide prevention sessions for anyone interested, not just mental health professionals. Nuçi’s also offers free training for businesses and organizations. A public trainings will be held Mar. 28 at 9:30 a.m. qpr@nuci.org, www.nuci.org/qpr

SPANISH CLASSES (Multiple Locations) Casa de Amistad offers beginning and intermediate GED and ESL classes in-person and online. An eight-week course to learn Spanish meets Mondays and Wednesdays, 12:30–1:30 p.m. $60. www.athensamistad.com

TRADITIONAL MARTIAL ARTS CLASSES (Live Oak Martial Arts)

series of hand-carved coconut vessels.

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

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

SPACEBALL BAZAAR (130 N. Church St., Bogart) “In Like a Lion” is a group exhibition featuring regional artists. Opening reception Mar. 9, 7 p.m.

STATE BOTANICAL GARDEN OF GEORGIA (2450 S. Milledge Ave) Judy Bolton Jarrett presents “ART and SOUL,” a collection of paintings depicting landscapes and flowers in textured acrylics as well as mixed media works featuring collage techniques. Closing reception Apr. 28.

STEFFEN THOMAS MUSEUM OF ART (4200 Bethany Rd., Buckhead)

“Peace in Our Time: Steffen Thomas Meisterwerke from the Lowrance Collection” shares works collected by Marjorie and Richard Lowrance over the span of 60 years. Through July 23.

TINY ATH GALLERY (174 Cleveland Ave.) Artwork by LeeAnn Peppers. Opening Reception Mar. 9, 5–8 p.m. Closing Reception Mar. 21, 6–9 p.m.

UGA PERFORMING ARTS CENTER LOBBY GALLERY (230 River Rd.) The new gallery debuts with large-scale paintings from Margaret Morrison’s “Paradigm Shift,” a series created after Morrison began questioning historical aspects of her closely held Mormon faith. Through July 26.

UGA SPECIAL COLLECTIONS LIBRARIES (300 S. Hull St.) “Paving the Road to Progress: Georgia Interstate Highways” traverses the rocky path of the interstate system’s development through maps, reports, correspondence and legislation. Through Apr. 24. • “HBO at 50: The Rise of Prestige Television” highlights some of the groundbreaking programming created by and aired on HBO with items selected from the Peabody Awards Archive. Through May 2024. • “Legacy: Vince Dooley, 1932-2022” celebrates the life and career of the late UGA football head coach and athletic director through photographs and artifacts. Tours held before home games on Fridays at 3 p.m. Through spring 2024. • Developed by James W. Porter, Meigs Professor of Ecology emeritus at UGA, “Sunken Treasure: The Art and Science of Coral Reefs” explores the marine lives of coral through specimens and photographs. Family Day Apr. 13, 1 p.m. Through July 3.

UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP OF ATHENS CLEMENTS

GALLERY (780 Timothy Rd.) Paul Hartman presents “A Lightmonkey Show,” a collection of photographs. Through March.

THE VALTON GALLERY AT STATE (625 Barber St., Suite 120) Self-taught painter Valton Murray shares works dominated by abstract botanicals, bright colors and surreal landscapes.

WINTERVILLE CULTURAL CENTER (371 N. Church St., Winterville) Students attending Winterville Elementary School share their creations. Through Mar. 22.

New works by painter Christina Habibi are currently on view at ATHICA@ Ciné Gallery through Apr. 25.

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

Help Out

ADOPT AN ANIMAL (Bear Hollow Zoo) Different sponsorship levels are available to “adopt” a zoo resident. Donations are used for exhibits, food and wildlife education.

706-613-3580

TRAIL GUIDES NEEDED (Sandy Creek Nature Center) Seeking volunteers to lead hikes for school children while they attend a field trip. Must be at least 18 years old and pass a background check. Orientation held Mar. 6, 9:30–11:30 a.m. naturecenter@accgov.com, accgov.givepulse.com/event/ 379177

Kidstuff

ATHENS FOREST KINDERGARTEN

(Sandy Creek Park) Now enrolling children ages 3–6. AFK is a cooperative preschool that aims to develop initiative, persistence, interdependence, and empathy. www.athensforestkindergarten.org

GROUPS AT REBLOSSOM

(ReBlossom) A variety of classes, playgroups and support groups are offered for parents and young children. Topics include birth and breastfeeding, prenatal and parent-baby yoga, instrument play, maternal mental health and more. Check website for a schedule. www. reblossomathens.com

LIBRARY STORYTIMES (ACC Library) Storytime for preschool aged children and their caregivers is offered every Tuesday and Wednesday, 9:30 a.m. www.athens library.org

SUMMER ART CAMPS (K.A. Artist Shop) Art Camps for Promising Young Artists are offered for half or full days Mondays–Fridays during the summer. Activities range from drawing, painting, collage, printmaking, illustration, calligraphy and character design. www.kaartist.com

SUMMER CAMP REGISTRATION

(Athens, GA) ACC Leisure Services Department offers camps highlighting art, nature education, sports and theater. Registration begins Mar. 16 at 9 a.m. for ACC residents and Mar. 18 at 12 p.m. for non-residents. www.accgov.com/myrec

TREEHOUSE SUMMER CAMPS

(Treehouse Kid & Craft) Camps are offered in a variety of themes including “Camp Swiftie,” digital art illustration and animation, “Mouse Palace,” “Craft Inc. Business,” fairy tales, “Crafty Carnival,” “Mini Museum” and more. Visit the website for details and to register. www. treehousekidandcraft.com

UGA SUMMER ART CAMP (Lamar Dodd School of Art) High school students with a passion for the arts are invited to participate in a fourday camp featuring drawing, painting, printmaking and photography. June 24–27. summerartcamp@ uga.edu, art.uga.edu/programs/ community-programs/ugasummer-art-camp

Support Groups

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

AL-ANON 12 STEP (Multiple Locations) Recovery for people affected by someone else’s drinking. Free daytime and evening meetings are held several times throughout the week in Athens. Tuesday meetings, 1:30–2:30 p.m., are held at Watkinsville United Methodist Church. www.ga-al-anon.org

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS (Athens, GA) If you think you have a problem with alcohol, call the AA hotline or visit the website for a schedule of meetings in Barrow, Clarke, Jackson and Oconee Counties. 706-389-4164, www. athensaa.org

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

NAMI FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP (Oconee Presbyterian Church) Peer-led support group for any adult with a loved one who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. Second Monday of the month, 6:30–8 p.m. FREE! joannehnamihallga@gmail.com

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. Second and fourth Wednesdays, 10 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.byyourleave.org

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

Tuesdays, 12 p.m. Text: 678-7363697

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 the 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. www.athensrecoverydharma.org

SEX ADDICTS ANONYMOUS (Athens, GA) Athens Downtown SAA offers a message of hope to anyone who suffers from a compulsive sexual behavior. Contact for location. athensdowntownsaa@gmail.com

SURVIVORS OF SUICIDE (Nuçi’s Space) SOS is a support group for anyone who has lost a loved one to suicide. Meets the third Wednesday of every month, 5:30–7:30 p.m. www.nuci.org

Word on the Street

ADVANCE VOTING (Athens, GA) Advance voting for the Mar. 12 Presidential Preference Primary is currently underway through Mar. 8 at 5 p.m. Check the website for

a complete list of advance voting dates, times and locations. www. accgov.com/advancevoting

BIKE REPAIR STATIONS (Multiple Locations) Over 15 free bike repair stations are located across Athens with tools, an air pump and a QR code for quick guides on basic bike repairs. Visit the website for participating locations. www.accgov. com/10584/Bike-Repair-Stations

DIAMOND HILL FARM CSA (Athentic Brewing Co.) The Community Supported Agriculture program offers a variety of seasonal vegetables, fruits and/or flowers directly to consumers each week. Check website for weekly pickup locations, home delivery details and to register. $15 (flower share), $25–35 (farm box). www.diamondhillfarm athens.com

MACORTS 2050 PLAN (Athens, GA)

The Madison Athens-Clarke Oconee Regional Transportation Study is currently developing a Metropolitan Transportation Plan. Take an online survey to share your experience about walking, biking, driving and riding around. Deadline Mar. 31. www.macorts.org

PUBLIC COMMENT ON POLICE COMMUNICATIONS (Athens, GA)

The Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) is currently receiving comments regarding the Police Department’s Central Communications Division, which is responsible for 9-1-1. Deadline Apr. 3. cimrs2. calea.org/338

RABBIT BOX THEMES (Athens, GA)

Seeking storytellers to share true short stories on stage. Upcoming themes include “Better Late Than Never” on Mar. 26, “The Story of Your Name” on Apr. 23 and “With This Ring” on May 28. Visit website to apply. www.rabbitbox.org/tell

RABBIT HOLE EVENTS (Rabbit Hole Studios) Weekly events include Open Mic (Tuesdays, 7–11 p.m.), Acoustic Song Circle (Thursdays, 7–11 p.m.) and Drumming and Song Circle (Sundays, 3–5 p.m.). Wednesday Yoga (5 p.m.) is followed by Meditation and Integration (6 p.m.). Events are free or donation based. www.rabbitholestudios.org/ calendar

SEVENTH GENERATION (Multiple Locations) Seventh Generation Native American Church hosts gatherings on Sundays at 11 a.m. at Rabbit Hole Studios. Men’s Group meets Tuesdays at 6 p.m. at Healing Path Farm. www.seventhgenerationnativeamericanchurch.org

SIDEWALK POETRY CONTEST (Watkinsville, GA) The City of Watkinsville, Downtown Watkinsville and Oconee Library are teaming up for a sidewalk poetry contest. Winning poems will be chalked onto the downtown sidewalk in April. Enter one to three poems no longer than 250 characters including spaces. Include your name, age and contact info. Deadline Mar. 25. jmitchell@athenslibrary.org

SPRING ACTIVITIES (Athens, GA)

ACC Leisure Services will offer a variety of arts, environmental science, recreation, sports and holiday events this spring for all ages. Now registering. www.accgov.com/myrec

VHS DIGITIZATION (Athens, GA)

Brad Staples (of the Athens GA Live Music crew) is seeking previously recorded concerts and events on VHS, VHSC or DVDs to digitize and archive on his YouTube channel, vhsordie (@vhsordie3030). Original recordings will be returned, and credits and dates will be included in the online video description. Digitization services are free. Contact for details and to coordinate shipping. bradley.staples88@gmail.com f

REAL ESTATE

APARTMENTS FOR RENT

2BR garage apartment for rent. Pulaski St. HVAC and W/D. $1100/mon incl. water. Avail August 1 Text or call: 706-588-5252

Need old papers? We have plenty here at Flagpole! Call ahead and we’ll have a crate ready for you Call 706-549-0301

HOUSES FOR RENT

House, 3BR/2BA in Normaltown. Central heat/air. Apartment, 2BR/1BA. Furnished Washer/dryer Wi-Fi No smokers, pets. Calls only! 706-372-1505

TINY LIVING (in the country), 2 campers to rent daily, weekly, monthly. Furnished, secure, private Fire pit, grill, deck. Small farm, Athens 30 minutes. Text 706-401-0880

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HOUSES FOR SALE

Looking for a house or a home? Condo or land? Call Daniel Peiken. REALTOR

5Market Realty. Selling in and around Athens for over 20 years 706-296-2941

Sell or rent your property in the Flagpole Classifieds! Call 706-549-0301 or email class@flagpole.com today!

MUSIC

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Nuçi’s Space is always accepting and selling used gear and instruments. All profits go toward our mission of ending the epidemic of suicide. Visit nuci.org/ rewired.

INSTRUCTION

Athens School of Music

Now offering in-person and online instruction in guitar, bass, drums, piano, voice, brass, woodwinds, strings, banjo, mandolin and more. From beginner to expert, all styles. Visit www.athens schoolofmusic.com. 706543-5800

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MUSICIANS WANTED

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SERVICES

CLEANING

Peachy Green Clean Cooperative, your local friendly green cleaners! Free estimates. Call or go online today: 706-248-4601, www. peachygreencleancoop.com.

HEALTH

Pain? Depression? Insomnia? Call us today to find out how we can help you using natrual plant medicine 888-420-3848 Use coupon code “Athens24” for 15% off your first order.

JOBS

PART-TIME

Join a diverse, inclusive workplace and get paid to type! 16–40 hours, Mon–Fri NEVER be called in for a shift you didn’t sign up for. Must type 55+ wpm. Make your own schedule and work independently with no customer interaction. Starts at $13 with automatic increases. www.ctscribes. com

White Tiger is now hiring for BOH positions at the Athens and Watkinsville locations! No experience necessary. Email work history or resume to catering@white tigergourmet.com.

NOTICES

MESSAGES

COVID self-testing kiosk available in West Athens (3500 Atlanta Hwy. at the old Fire Station) Pre-registration is required! Visit www. register.testandgo.com for more information.