Atlanta-based contemporary artist Tokie Rome-Taylor’s artwork is displayed at the Georgia Museum of Art in dialogue with colonial portraits. An artist talk will be held Oct. 17 at 5:30 p.m. For more info, visit georgiamuseum.org.
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Bottle Co. opens Oct. 16 from 12–8 p.m. in the building at 625 Barber Street. Its focus is on small-batch spirits, natural and sustainable wines, craft beer and barware. The space formerly housing college bar On the Rocks at 255 E. Clayton Street, between Barberitos and what was Amici, is set to become a location of bagel sandwich franchise Sully’s Steamers.
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The One I Love STIPE, EMHOFF HYPE HARRIS IN ATHENS AND MORE LOCAL NEWS
By Blake Aued and Lee Shearer news@flagpole.com
Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff fan-boyed about both R.E.M. and his wife, Vice President Kamala Harris, while attacking Donald Trump in equal measure during a speech at a Harris/Walz campaign rally in Athens on Thursday, Oct. 10.
“These past few months, she has been the best, most badass version of herself we need her to be,” Emhoff said of Harris, who took over the mantle of Democratic nominee from President Joe Biden in July after his disastrous debate performance.
Emhoff delivered his speech at the Epting Events space on Barber Street in front of about 300 people—a mix of University of Georgia students, longtime Democratic activists and music fans drawn by the promise of a Michael Stipe performance. Stipe later performed four songs backed by two longtime friends, Athens musicians and producers Andy LeMaster and David Barbe, on acoustic guitar. Stipe was not the only celebrity present, though—MSNBC’s Joe Scarborough also covered the rally.
In a conversational and occasionally profane speech, Emhoff contrasted his wife of 10 years’ record with Trump’s. Harris, he said, would cut taxes for 100 million Americans, reinstate the Biden administration’s expanded child tax credit, protect the Obama-era Affordable Care Act and reproductive rights, ban “weapons of war” and address a nationwide housing crisis.
Trump, on the other hand, would cut taxes for the rich again, further erode reproductive rights, appoint Supreme Court justices who would outlaw contraception and gay marriage, oppose gun reforms, try to repeal the ACA again, damage the environment, damage the economy and enact tariffs that would mean “basically, you’ve got to pay more money for stuff” and would enlarge the national debt, Emhoff said.
“This is not only the election of our lifetime, but the election of our nation’s lifetime,” he said. And since Trump lost Georgia by just 11,000 votes in 2020, young people can make the difference, he added.
Emhoff asked the audience to remember the anxiety they felt under Trump—waking up every day wondering what he said or did and being scared to look at their phones— and recounted how Trump mishandled the COVID-19 pandemic and cozied up to dictators like Kim Jong Un and Vladimir Putin. Life under the Dobbs ruling overturning Roe v. Wade has been “a hellscape” for women, Emhoff said, particularly in Georgia, where ProPublica recently revealed that two women have died because they did not receive proper medical care due to Georgia’s strict abortion law.
“The only way [Trump] thinks he can win is because of the lies and the gaslighting,” Emhoff said, “because he’s terrible on the issues.”
grant. It was intended to address safety on a wide, fast-moving corridor that is hostile to pedestrians and cyclists.
In particular, Emhoff excoriated Trump for spreading misinformation about the Biden administration’s response to Hurricane Helene and claiming that FEMA has done nothing to help the victims in South and East Georgia and elsewhere. “What is so shameful and so reprehensible is the misinformation coming from Trump and his sycophantic cronies,” he said.
Emhoff also taunted Trump for refusing to debate Harris a second time. “He said, ‘I don’t want to do that again,’ after she kicked his ass in the first debate,” Emhoff said.
Emhoff’s tone was lighter when discussing music. He’s been an R.E.M. fan since the 1980s, he said, and was “geeking out” when he visited Wuxtry Records with Stipe earlier
The ACC Transportation and Public Works Department received more than 50 in-person comments and 258 online surveys. More than half the respondents live along North Avenue, and their main concern was that it feels unsafe. They wanted ACC to address bike lanes, sidewalks, the homeless population and an aging bridge over the Loop that does not have a sidewalk, creating a barrier to cross over the freeway on foot.
However, TBD also met with institutional stakeholders like UGA, the Athens Downtown Development Authority and the Classic Center who suggested that a threelane configuration would create traffic jams during major events. The ACC police and fire departments also raised concerns about access for emergency vehicles.
that day. That’s the record store where Stipe first met guitarist Pete Buck, who worked as a clerk there when both were UGA students in the late 1970s.
Although an attempt to call the Dawgs fell a bit short, Emhoff was not posturing when talking about music. He bought vinyl LPs by New Order and Stone Roses at a Philadelphia record store on the eve of last month’s presidential debate, and Harris recently talked to Howard Stern about his love for U2 and Depeche Mode, and their shared Prince fandom.
After Emhoff left the stage, Stipe shared a story about meeting a friend at a Manhattan restaurant about six years ago when a woman walked up to his table. “My husband loves you, he’s a big fan,” the woman said, according to Stipe. “I’m Kamala Harris.” The couple was seated at a table nearby, and Stipe said they seemed “in love” and like “real people.”
For a video of Stipe’s acoustic performance, backed by Barbe and LeMaster, see flagpole.com. [Blake Aued]
North Avenue Design Favors Cars
A proposal to “reimagine North Avenue” may not reimagine it as much as originally thought.
Athens-Clarke County transportation officials are recommending turning the fivelane corridor into a four-lane road over a three-lane option similar to Prince Avenue, but with wider sidewalks and separated bike lanes. The project is funded by a $25 million federal Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity (RAISE)
narrowing lanes from 12 to 11 feet would reduce speeding and create room for wider sidewalks and either separated bike lanes or a multi-use path on the north side of the street within the existing right of way.
Commissioner Dexter Fisher questioned how many people bike on North Avenue and said he did not want to “sacrifice” car lanes for bikes. Although she is “not against bikes,” Commissioner Ovita Thornton also expressed skepticism about whether people will use the bike lanes.
“What we do see often in other projects I’ve worked on in the past is that when there are no bike facilities, only the bravest or those who have no other option are the ones you see out there today,” consultant Jonathan DeGioria said. “When you provide that path, it becomes a more desirable option.”
The three-lane option “does generally handle traffic pretty well” but could get backed up near the Loop, DeGioria said. It would also slow traffic further and create a shorter crossing for pedestrians. But Jesse Houle was the only commissioner to vocally back the three-lane option.
Separately from the RAISE grant project, the Georgia Department of Transportation was supposed to replace the bridge over the Loop, but last summer moved it down the list of priorities. Instead, local transportation officials now want to repurpose one southbound car lane for a shared bike/ pedestrian path. Although traffic is roughly evenly split along most of the corridor, the northbound lanes on the Loop bridge see more than 12,000 cars a day, while the southbound lanes have less than 6,000 due to the way ramps are configured, Katreeb said.
The recommended configuration would include two car lanes going north, a center turn lane and one lane going south. Although traffic is roughly equal in both directions, visitors tend to trickle into town for events, then leave all at once, Rani Katreeb, assistant director of TPW, told commissioners at an Oct. 8 work session. Removing one car lane and slightly
“Everyone [federal, state and local transportation officials] who walked that site around June, summer 2023 was just astonished,” he said. “They were amazed this exists and no one has fixed it.”
Because of tight deadlines associated with the grant, ACC will not be able to replace the locally owned bridge over the North Oconee River, either. It would receive a similar four-lane treatment as the rest of the corridor.
Athens-Clarke County transportation officials are recommending a four-lane configuration for North Avenue.
Other improvements the RAISE grant will fund include upgraded traffic signals, crosswalks and bus stops, a landscaped roundabout at one of the Loop interchanges to serve as a “gateway” into the city, and reconfigured on- and off-ramps.
According to the terms of the grant, construction must start by September 2026 and be complete by 2031. However, ACC officials are seeking a waiver on the start date to push it back two years, allowing more time for design. [BA]
TSPLOST Won’t Be Special
An advisory group will be appointed soon to select transportation projects for TSPLOST 2026, but it may not have much money to spend once the ACC government sets aside funds for ordinary expenses like transit operations and road maintenance.
County officials presented three options for pre-designated funds from the 1 percent Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax for transportation: $147 million, $115 million or $87 million. The tax—first approved by voters in 2017 and extended in 2022—is expected to raise about $200 million over five years. TSPLOST 2023 was also expected to last five years, but because sales tax revenue is higher than expected, it will expire early.
Everyday items county officials want to fund with TSPLOST 2026 include road paving ($35 million to $66 million), replace live stream pipes ($3 million to $8 million), bridge repairs $2 million to $4 million), neighborhood traffic management (about $1 million), transit operations ($34 million to $45 million), bus replacement ($5 million to $16 million) and a new bus transfer station at the new development that will take the place of Georgia Square Mall ($7 million). The county has a backlog of routine maintenance projects that’s built up over decades, officials said.
“We’ve gravitated toward trying to get a lot of special projects in TSPLOST, but we haven’t funded a lot of the ordinary stuff,” Commissioner Jesse Houle said. “If we don’t fund it with TSPLOST, are we willing to put it in the general fund?”
“It doesn’t make sense to me, if the [transit] system’s not growing, to build that transfer station,” Hamby said. “…To grow the system, we have to go back and look at the fares.”
Athens Transit buses are currently farefree, but some have expressed skepticism that bringing back fares will raise much revenue, once the cost of installing new fareboxes and a likely decline in ridership is taken into account.
Acting Manager Niki Jones and Transit Director Victor Pope said a plan for expanded transit service will be coming to the commission in early 2025. It will include doubling frequency on the busiest routes, Pope said. City buses currently run just once an hour on most routes. [BA]
No Investigation Into ACC Voters
There was no discussion of the State Election Board’s investigation of Athens-Clarke County’s elections office at the ACC Board of Elections meeting Tuesday. Turns out, there was no investigation. Last month, the State Elections Board directed its executive director, Mike Coan, to investigate elections officials of eight Democratic-leaning counties, including Ath-
detect ineligible voters on county rolls than local or state election authorities, Coan said.
Meanwhile in Clarke County, all systems are go as the early voting period for the Nov. 5 election approaches, ACC Director of Elections and Voter Registration Charlotte Sosebee told the local board as she reviewed schedules and preparations for the election. Nearly 300 poll workers have completed training, with more scheduled to complete training in the next few days, said elections assistant Lisa McGlaun.
For the first time, voters can choose a Spanish-language ballot on the voting machines, Sosebee said. “It’s all about removing the barrier, the language barrier that we face,” she said.
Early voting is scheduled to begin Tuesday Oct. 15 from 7 a.m.–5 p.m. at the Lyndon House Arts Center on Hoyt Street, replacing the former main early voting site at the Board of Elections office downtown. The board made the decision to move the downtown early voting site because the Lyndon House has room for more machines, which should cut down on lines.
The sole 24-hour absentee ballot dropbox allowed by state law will also be stationed at the Lyndon House, and will
otherwise routine meeting of the ACC Board of Elections. The board met in closed session for about half an hour to discuss potential or pending litigation, though the exact nature was not disclosed. [Lee Shearer]
UGA
Rededicates
Holmes-Hunter Building
The University of Georgia recently finished renovations to the Holmes-Hunter Academic Building, named for the first two Black students who integrated UGA.
“When Charlayne Hunter-Gault and the late Dr. Hamilton Holmes Sr. arrived at the University of Georgia as undergraduates on Jan. 9, 1961, they brought their dreams and their determination,” UGA President Jere W. Morehead said at an Oct. 4 dedication ceremony. “They faced incredibly challenging circumstances, but fortunately for them—and for us—their determination to succeed carried them through, and they blazed a trail for the many students who would follow them.”
Holmes’ widow Marilyn and son Hamilton Holmes Jr. attended the ribbon-cutting. Hunter-Gault gave pre-recorded remarks by video.
ens-Clarke, over their dismissals of mass challenges of voter registrations.
Commissioner John Culpepper said the commission should be trying to provide relief for property taxpayers, and Commissioner Ovita Thornton agreed.
TSPLOST 2023 also included some funding for routine transportation expenses like replacing traffic signals, but big chunks were devoted to bike and pedestrian projects all over the county—particularly historically neglected areas—that ACC could not otherwise afford.
Commissioner Mike Hamby questioned the inclusion of the Atlanta Highway transfer station. Developer The Leaven Group provided land for the station, among other things, in exchange for ACC devoting future property tax generated by the development to infrastructure on the property through a tax allocation district, or TAD.
In Tuesday’s meeting of the state board, Coan gave his report and said he was alarmed at what he found in some counties, such as Cobb. But he didn’t interview anyone in Athens, he said. There was no point, because Athens-Clarke did not receive any voter challenges this election cycle, as previously reported in Flagpole Critics at Tuesday’s state meeting, including Rep. Saira Draper (D-Decatur) accused the Republican-controlled state board of targeting Democratic-voting counties, but that wasn’t so, said state board member Janelle King. After hearing last month about alleged wrongdoing in dismissing mass challenges in one Georgia county, the state board had asked anyone in the audience who perceived problems in their home counties to raise a hand, and somebody nominated Athens. Challengers “by and large had far and away more sophisticated technology” to
be under constant video surveillance, Sosebee said. Voters can also bring completed absentee ballots to the downtown Board of Elections office during business hours.
Voters can cast ballots early at several other places the week before Election Day, including the Miriam Moore Community Center in East Athens, the Athens Regional Library, the Cooperative Extension building on Cleveland Road, and the ACC Tennis Center at Southeast Clarke Park. Early voting will also take place at the University of Georgia’s Tate Center Oct. 28–30. Hours vary; check accgov.com/advancevoting for a full schedule. Early voting ends Friday, Nov. 1.
During advance voting, voters may cast their ballots at any of the early voting sites, but on Election Day must go to their assigned polling place to vote.
Although the Elections Board isn’t coming after Athens-Clarke, there was one indication of possible trouble at Tuesday’s
“I can never forget the day Hamilton Homes, aka Hamp, and I walked into the building,” Hunter-Gault said. “Despite the ugly, racist taunts protesting people aimed at us outside, we were focused on what we were doing and what was necessary to realize our dreams. What is so inspiring today is that this institution has leadership that recognizes the importance of keeping both history and hope alive.”
After graduation, Holmes went on to become the first Black student to attend the Emory University School of Medicine, then a professor at Emory and head orthopedic surgeon at Grady Memorial Hospital. He died in 1995. Hunter-Gault had an award-winning journalism career working for The New York Times, PBS, NPR and CNN.
“My father was not looking to be a trailblazer or make history. He simply wanted to attend the best university in the state of Georgia that could prepare him for a career as a medical doctor. And in the late 1950s and early 1960s, that school was UGA,” Holmes Jr. said.
The building named after them in 2001 was originally two structures combined in 1905. It now houses the Office of the Registrar, the Office of Student Financial Aid, the Office of Inclusive Excellence, the Institute for African American Studies and the African Studies Institute.
The $30 million renovation, approved in 2021 by the University System Board of Regents, was mostly funded by donations from the Robert Woodruff Foundation, Georgia Power and Regions Bank. It features a restored interior, improved accessibility, a courtyard that serves as a gathering space for students, and features honoring Holmes and Hunter-Gault, such as portraits by Richard Wilson and bench sculptures by Harold Rittenberry Jr. [BA] f
Marilyn Vincent Holmes touches a portrait of her late husband Hamilton Holmes Sr.
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Quarry Quarrel
PROPOSAL FOR A GIANT JACKSON COUNTY GRAVEL MINE IS BACK
By Lee Shearer news@flagpole.com
Agiant mining company is pressing ahead with plans to create a granite quarry in a 900-acre tract just north of Athens in Jackson County.
The site off U.S. Highway 441, near its intersection with Georgia Highway 334 and Old Commerce Road, is about two miles west of the Sandy Creek Park wetlands, and part is adjacent to the North Oconee River, one of Athens-Clarke County’s drinking water sources.
Alabama-based Vulcan Materials Co. is asking Jackson County officials to approve a special use permit for the mine rather than a zoning change for the 900-acre tract, now mostly forest with some wetlands. Most of the land is classified by Jackson County as agricultural or conservation in character. The Jackson County Planning Commission is scheduled to take up the request at its next meeting Oct. 24.
The company—the nation’s largest producer of construction aggregates such as crushed stone and gravel—already operates another Jackson County quarry near Interstate 85, but wants another site to support booming development in Northeast Georgia. Vulcan is also seeking to carve out a quarry in nearby Franklin County, but that effort has been tied up in litigation. It’s offering to pay the Jackson County government $1.5 million plus a supply of gravel if the quarry proposal comes through. The quarry will also have to go through state permitting processes.
site, near the North Oconee, into a conservation/recreation area. The actual quarry area would produce 800,000 tons of rock a year, but would occupy only a small part of the tract. Vulcan also proposed to build a new right turn-only entrance from the quarry onto U.S. Highway 441 to alleviate problems created by the 342 new daily trips the quarry would create, though Georgia highway regulations apparently won’t allow that.
“Every aspect of the proposed East Jackson County Quarry is designed to ensure a respectful, safe and environmentally responsible operation,” according to a website Vulcan has created outlining and promoting the project, vulcanjacksoncounty.com.
Randy Durham, who lives near the proposed quarry site, helped organize opposition to it last year and attended Vulcan’s open house. “I was impressed by their professionalism and their slickness, but I don’t trust their accuracy,” he said afterward.
Word spread about Vulcan’s plans more than a year ago, after company officials sought out Jackson County officials outside public settings but did not file a formal request with the government. Soon “stop the quarry” signs proliferated in the area. Opponents raised concerns such as noise, traffic and the mine’s possible effects on the bordering North Oconee River, nearby wetlands—some in conservation status—and groundwater recharge.
A former chairman of Jackson County’s planning commission wrote that the planned quarry is atop the county’s largest groundwater recharge area. According to Vulcan’s geologists, that earlier assessment was wrong.
The mining company staged an elaborate public presentation in the Jackson County government’s Agricultural Facility Building near Jefferson last month, bringing some of the company’s engineers, environmental specialists, quarry superintendents and others to answer the public’s questions. Their storyboards and literature outlined Vulcan’s plans for the site, including measures the company proposed to address some of the issues opponents have raised. Vulcan said it would convert some of the
The Northeast Georgia Regional Commission also had issues with the plan in an Oct. 3 “Developments of Regional Impact” report. Chemicals and debris from the quarry, seven miles above Athens’ main drinking water intake on the North Oconee, could affect water quality in the river, according to the report. The “heavy industrial areas” of the proposal “have the potential to create adverse effects to the North Oconee River,” according to the report.
That DRI report includes a December 2023 “to whom it may concern” letter by former Athens-Clarke County Manager Blaine Williams on behalf of the ACC government. That letter says the quarry could impact Athens’ drinking water, noting that outflow from the quarry will drain directly into the North Oconee, and points out that the North Oconee is now classified as “impaired,” with “growing issues with water quantity and quality.” The DRI report also said one element of the proposal just won’t fly—state regulations won’t permit the new right turn lane onto U.S. Highway 441 the plan calls for.
The complete DRI report, including the Athens-Clarke letter, is available online at negrdc.org. f
“Stop the quarry” signs started popping up in Jackson and Clarke counties in 2023.
LEE SHEARER
Impact of Hemp Laws
LOCAL INDUSTRY AND PEOPLE SUFFER FROM SB494
By Alan Hart editorial@flagpole.com
The cannabis plant is a critically important one. People and all other mammals have an internal endo-cannabinoid system that produces biological compounds that are vital for regulating the entire body and returning its function to balance during stress, pain and illness. Cannabinoids like CBD, THC and many others from the cannabis plant interact directly with the endo-cannabinoid system, and have the same effects to treat pain and restore balance in countless physical and mental health conditions. Cannabis has much less potential for overdose, addiction and organ damage than other legal drugs like alcohol, tobacco and opioids.
Georgia’s new hemp amendment, Senate Bill 494 (SB 494), adds many restrictions to the hemp industry. SB 494 attempts to redefine the federal definition of hemp and take away one of the most valuable cannabinoids, THCa, which is not intoxicating. It also is restricting the sale of raw cannabis flower, regardless of THC content. Flower of the cannabis plant is versatile, and smoking flower is arguably the best delivery method because it allows the many different cannabinoids of the plant to work in balance to quickly and effectively interact with all aspects of the endo-cannabinoid system.
SB 494 doubled in size an hour before it was voted on at 1 a.m. the day after the last day of legislative session in March 2024. The legislature did not know what they were voting on. This inappropriate action in passing legislation alone should negate this bill. It is unconscionable that the authors of this bill can double the size of a bill and not explain the changes in detail before it is voted upon. Gov. Brian Kemp was made aware of this before signing the bill, in May, including a petition that had over 600 signatures at the time and has ballooned to 1400, since then.
This absurd law will also decrease sales in the hemp industry by more than half, and can do nothing to curb sales from hemp companies outside of Georgia because it is a federally legal industry. This bill will immediately and substantially decrease Georgia’s ability to compete economically with other states in the hemp industry. Georgia’s fledgling medical marijuana industry currently does not allow for flower sales. Thus, the people in the state who need it will be forced to look for their flower from outside Georgia or in the illegal market. This makes both safety and economic benefits for Georgia citizens non-existent.
Kemp’s press release quote regarding SB 494 was, “Consumable hemp products are dangerous to minors and unregulated hemp products are a danger to all Georgians.” There is no proof this is true. Even stories of high school students who purchased hemp products in gas stations did not result in death or even addiction. This is the same type of rhetoric used by Richard Nixon to start the since-failed “War on Drugs.”
Through the hemp industry, many people have found relief from common problems that the mainstream medical community has been unable to solve safely for decades. Anxiety in our communities has been on
the rise, affecting mental health and suicide rates. Cannabis has been shown to help curb high anxiety naturally. The recent changes in pain management in the U.S. due to new understanding of the dangers of opioids mean that we have a need for CBD and THC, as they both are anti-inflammatory and are not physically addictive. Furthermore, CBD and THC have never killed someone from overdose. This fact makes cannabis safer than acetaminophen (Tylenol), ibuprofen (Advil) or even baby aspirin.
To get a medical marijuana card is very easy. There are five different companies that will guarantee you a card for the cost of $100–$150 and a 15-minute phone conversation with a “medical professional.” What they won’t tell you is that discrepancies between state and federal law could have negative implications on gun ownership and insurance companies could raise premiums if the individual is identified as a “smoker” due to owning a medical marijuana card. These cards are not prescriptions, because prescriptions are regulated by the FDA, and medical marijuana is not federally legal.
The medical marijuana industry contains many dispensaries, but only a few corporations own all of these. These corporations are very organized and have a strong lobby and contribute massive amounts of cash into the American political landscape. But, keep in mind, they are still federally illegal and allowed to operate under state laws created just for them. It is known by many that SB 494 and many other bills aimed at the hemp industry in the U.S. were written by this same powerful lobby.
Anyone who suggested that SB 494 is helping anyone in Georgia, guess again. Even the medical marijuana corporations operating in Georgia have no administrative offices in Georgia. Conversely, the hemp industry has thrived with local ownership in farming, retail and manufacturing. These companies are small but growing rapidly. If you want to shop local cannabis, hemp is your only choice.
Between Aug. 7 and Sept. 6 over 1,000 comments on SB 494 were received by the Georgia Department of Agriculture. In a statement on their website, the GDA has stated that they were overwhelmed by these responses and have not completed the rules that are necessary for enforcement. Despite this lack of clarity, the state is already reaching out to Georgia hemp industry professionals and threatening them with criminal prosecution if they don’t follow this law with incompletely defined rules. This is actually unconstitutional, as it breaks the necessary “rule of law.”
Please contact your local, state and national politicians and insist that we deserve better health and wellness through a plant that is very important. Tell them to let Georgia hemp businesses continue to operate in an innovative manner and bring cannabis to our communities. f
Hart is the business owner of the Franny’s Farmacy branch in Athens.
Harris and Trump on Housing CANDIDATES’
PLANS INCLUDE DOWN PAYMENT ASSISTANCE, DEPORTING IMMIGRANTS
By Ariana Figueroa news@flagpole.com
Editor’s Note: With affordable housing being a major issue in Athens, Flagpole is republishing this article from States Newsroom.
As the cost and supply of housing remain top issues for voters, both presidential candidates have put forth plans to tackle the crisis, in hopes of courting voters ahead of the Nov. 5 election.
The coronavirus pandemic that began in 2020 exacerbated problems in the housing market, with supply chain disruptions, record-low interest rates and increased demand contributing to a rise in housing prices, according to a study by the Journal of Housing Economics. While housing is typically handled on the local level, the housing supply is tight and rents continue to skyrocket, putting increased pressure on the federal government to help. Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump agree that it’s an issue that needs to be solved, but their solutions diverge.
The Harris and Trump campaigns did not respond to States Newsroom’s requests for details on the general housing proposals the nominees have discussed.
Millions of New Homes
Harris’ plan calls for the construction of 3 million homes in four years.
The United States has a shortage of about 3.8 million homes for sale and rent, according to 2021 estimates from Freddie Mac that are still relied upon. Additionally, homelessness has hit a recordhigh of 653,100 people since January of last year, and a “record-high 22.4 million renter households spent more than 30% of their income on rent and utilities,” up from 2 million households since 2019, according to a study by the Joint Center for Housing Studies of Harvard University.
comes from Congress.”
Many of Harris’ policies rely on cooperation from Congress, as historically the federal government has limited tools to address housing shortages. “On the Democratic side, there’s a hunger for more action, for more direct government intervention in the housing market than we’ve seen in a long time,” said Francis Torres, the associate director of housing and infrastructure at the Bipartisan Policy Center.
Nearly all proposals that Harris has put forth would require Congress to pass legislation and appropriate funds.
The first is S.2224, introduced by Sen. Sherrod Brown (D-OH), which would amend U.S. tax code to bar private equity firms from buying homes in bulk by denying “interest and depreciation deductions for taxpayers owning 50 or more single family properties,” according to the bill.
“This is obviously a multi-prong approach, because the factors contributing to high rents and housing affordability are many, and my plan is to attempt to address many of them at once, so we can actually have the net effect of bringing down the cost and making homeownership, renting more affordable,” Harris said during a September interview with Wisconsin Public Radio.
Single-Family Zoning
Trump has long opposed building multi-family housing and has instead thrown his support behind single-family zoning, which would exclude other types of housing. Such land-use regulation is conducted by local government bodies, not the federal government, though the federal government could influence it.
“There will be no low-income housing developments built in areas that are right next to your house,” Trump said during an August rally in Montana. “I’m gonna keep criminals out of your neighborhood.”
Will Congress Agree?
Election forecasters have predicted that Democrats will regain control of the U.S. House, but Republicans are poised to win the Senate, meaning any housing proposals will have to be overwhelmingly bipartisan. “How much money is going to really be available without substantial increases in revenue to be able to do all these things that both Trump and Harris are proposing?” Ted Tozer, a non-resident fellow at the Urban Institute’s Housing Finance Policy Center, said in an interview with States Newsroom. “All the money
The second bill, S. 3692, introduced by Sen. Ron Wyden (D-OR) chair of the Senate Finance Committee, would bar using algorithms to artificially inflate the cost of rents. Both bills would need to reach the 60-vote threshold in order to advance in the Senate, whichever party is in control.
Down Payment Assistance
Harris has pledged to support first-time homebuyers, but Congress would need to appropriate funds for the $25,000 down payment assistance program she has proposed that would benefit an estimated 4 million first-time homebuyers over four years. It’s a proposal that’s been met with skepticism.
“I’m really concerned that down payment assistance will actually put more pressure on home prices, because basically, you’re giving people additional cash to pay more for the house that they’re going to bid on,” Tozer said. “So by definition, they get in a bidding war, they’re going to spend more.”
Harris has also proposed a $40 billion innovation fund for local governments to build and create solutions for housing, which would also need congressional approval.
Opening Up Federal Lands
Both candidates support opening some federal lands for housing, which would mean selling the land for construction purposes with the commitment for a certain percentage of the units to be kept for affordable housing. The federal government owns about 650 million acres of land, or roughly 30% of all land. Neither candidate has gone into detail on this proposal.
“I think it’s a sign that at least the Harris campaign and the people in her orbit are thinking about addressing this housing affordability problem really through stronger
government action than has happened in several decades,” Torres said.
Expanding Tax Credits
The biggest tool the federal government has used to address housing is through the Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Low-Income Housing Tax Credit, known as LIHTC. Harris has promised to expand this tax credit, but has not gone into detail about how much she wants it expanded.
This program awards tax credits to offset construction costs in exchange for a certain number of rent-restricted units for low-income households. But the restriction is temporary, lasting about 30 years. There is no similar program for housing meant to be owned.
“It’s an interesting moment, because then on the other side, on the Trump side, even though they diagnosed a lot of the similar problems, there’s not as much of a desire to leverage the strength of the federal government to ensure affordability,” Torres said.
Trump’s Record on Housing
The Trump campaign does not have a housing proposal, but various interviews, rallies and a review of Trump’s first four years in office provide a roadmap.
During Trump’s first administration, many of his HUD budget proposals were not approved by Congress. In all four of his presidential budget requests, he laid out proposals that would increase rent by 40% for about 4 million low-income households using rental vouchers or for those who lived in public housing, according to an analysis by the left-leaning think tank the Brookings Institution.
All four of Trump’s budgets also called for the elimination of housing programs such as the Community Development Block Grant, which directs funding to local and state governments to rehabilitate and build affordable housing. Trump’s budgets also would have slashed the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program, known as LIHEAP, which is a home energy assistance program for low-income families.
Additionally, Trump’s Opportunity Zones authorized through the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, which are tax incentives to businesses and real estate to invest in low-income communities, have had mixed results.
Cutting Regulations, Adding Tariffs
In an interview with Bloomberg, Trump said he wanted to focus on reducing regulations in the permitting process. “Your permits, your permitting process. Your zoning, if— and I went through years of zoning. Zoning is like… it’s a killer,” he said. “But we’ll be doing that, and we’ll be bringing the price of housing down.”
During campaign rallies, Trump has often said he would impose a 10% tariff across the board on all goods entering the U.S. He’s also proposed 60% tariffs on China. Trump said at a rally in Georgia that tariff is “one of the most beautiful words I’ve ever heard.”
Tozer said adding trade policies, such as tariffs on construction materials like lumber, would drive up the cost of homes.
Deporting Immigrants
Trump has argued that his plan for mass deportations will help free up the supply of housing. Karoline Leavitt, the Trump national press secretary, told the New York Times that deporting immigrants would lower the cost of housing because migration “is driving up housing costs.”
The former president has made a core campaign promise to deport millions of immigrants.
Tozer said housing and immigration are tied, because the ability to build houses comes down to workers, and roughly 30% of construction workers are immigrants.
“By shutting down the border, you’re possibly shutting down your capacity to build these houses,” he said, adding that all those policies are intertwined. f
Jimmy Carter Turns 100
By Ed Tant news@flagpole.com
Jimmy Carter, the 39th president of the United States, turned 100 years old on Oct. 1, making him the longest-living former president. Only five other former presidents have lived past the age of 90: John Adams, Herbert Hoover, Gerald Ford, Ronald Reagan and George H.W. Bush.
Shortly before he reached the century mark, Carter endorsed Kamala Harris for president and said that he hoped to live long enough to vote for her. He probably got that wish. Georgia’s absentee ballots were mailed out on Oct. 7, and early voting in this state began on Oct. 15.
“cover of the Rolling Stone.” Bad-boy journalist and Rolling Stone magazine correspondent Hunter S. Thompson was in the audience for what he called “a king hell bastard of a speech that rang every bell in the room” that was filled with law professors, politicians and distinguished law school alumni. Though Ted Kennedy was the featured speaker, he was upstaged by Carter’s angry words against injustice and inequity spoken in a room filled with wealthy and powerful Georgians.
In his remarks, Carter said that martyred civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. “was perhaps despised by many in this room because he shook up our social structure.”
Carter still lives in his home town of Plains, where he and his wife Rosalynn enjoyed a long and loving marriage for 77 years until her death last year. Of his long life, Carter said, “The virtues of aging include both the blessings that come to us as we grow older, and what we have to offer that might be beneficial to others.”
Carter served only one term as president, but his post-presidency included beneficial achievements like hands-on helping with Habitat for Humanity and founding the Carter Center in Atlanta that, in Carter’s words, “works with victims of oppression and gives support to human rights heroes.”
Last month a tribute to Jimmy Carter packed the stage of Atlanta’s iconic Fox Theatre with bands and solo artists, including some with Athens connections, like the B-52s, Drive-By Truckers and Chuck Leavell. Carter was called the first rock and roll president, and he said that the Allman Brothers Band helped him win the White House in 1976. Carter has had a lifelong affinity for music. As Georgia’s governor he met songsmith Bob Dylan when Dylan performed in Atlanta in 1974. Dylan later called Carter “a kindred spirit to me of a rare kind.”
Here in Athens, on May 4, 1974, Carter gave a speech at the University of Georgia Law School that got him on the coveted
He reminded his audience that King “wasn’t greeted with approbation and accolades by the Georgia Bar Association or the Alabama Bar Association. He was greeted with horror.”
On the then-brewing Watergate scandal that would bring down Richard Nixon’s presidency later in 1974, Carter fumed, “I can’t imagine somebody like Thomas Jefferson tiptoeing through a minefield on the technicalities of the law, and then bragging about being clean afterwards, and I think our people demand more than that.” In 1976 Carter won the presidency after defeating GOP incumbent Gerald Ford, who had pardoned Nixon for his Watergate crimes.
When he ran for governor in 1970, Carter angered many Georgians by inviting Alabama’s segregationist Gov. George Wallace to the state. When he became governor in 1971, Carter said “the time for racial discrimination is over.” Those words repudiated Wallace’s pugnacious inaugural speech that had called for “segregation forever.” As governor, Carter had supported the Vietnam War. As president he pardoned thousands of young men who had evaded the military draft during that war. Carter later received the Nobel Peace Prize, the Presidential Medal of Freedom, three Grammy Awards and membership in the Georgia Writers Hall of Fame for his authorship of more than 30 books. On his 100th birthday he received greetings from every living former president—except Donald Trump.
In a CBS interview in 2018, Carter scorned Trump as “careless with the truth” and “a disaster.” Long before Trump was elected in 2016, Carter spoke words that still apply today: “It’s a weak nation, like a weak person, that must behave with bluster and boasting and rashness and other signs of insecurity.” f
Two artists discuss their approaches to photographing landscapes.
Jimmy Carter at the LBJ Presidential Library Civil Rights Summit in 2014.
Roots Music, World Music and Jazz at the UGA Performing Arts Center
Breabach
Scottish folk
Tuesday, October 29
Silkroad Ensemble with Rhiannon Giddens
American Railroad
Musical portraits of the cultures that built the Transcontinental Railroad Sunday, November 17
food &
Athens Bagel Co. Returns
PLUS, NEW LUNCH SERVICE AT PALOMA PARK
By Hillary Brown food@flagpole.com
ATHENS BAGEL CO. (268 N. Jackson St., 706-543-5001, athensbagel.com):
Sometimes, when you wish upon a star, and you really want something, your wish is granted. Not frequently. I can probably count on one hand the number of places I and many others have deeply wished would reopen, and then they actually did, but just because something is unlikely doesn’t mean it doesn’t happen.
All this is to say that, after years of COVID closure, renovations, contractor difficulties and historic preservation issues, Athens Bagel Co. really did open back up downtown in its original location, and (maybe just as important) it’s still good.
Alfredo Rodriguez Trio
Cuban-American jazz pianist
Wednesday, January 15
Anoushka Shankar
Indian sitar virtuoso
Thursday, March 20
Sam Bush
The Storyman Tour
Bluegrass revolutionary Friday, May 16
bled egg, runny egg, hard-cooked egg, egg whites, various cheeses, lots of different veggies—but I generally prefer to trust the kitchen. Food comes out speedily, and if you choose the to-go option, you can always walk down the street to picnic on UGA’s North Campus.
When it first started service, you couldn’t even go inside. You just had to walk up to the window and wait on the sidewalk to be handed a bag. No matter. There was a line almost immediately. Now the inside is open, too, so you can have a breakfast or a lunch unimpeded by the elements.
The menu remains simple and gluten-focused, the way it should be. “Plain” is usually my go-to to assess a place, but in this case you should pick something with more pizzazz: onion, sesame, poppyseed, salt, everything. It’ll add something welcome to the mix, whether you’re just getting a schmear or whether you’re opting for a sandwich. Wheat wraps are available for those who choose not to bagel. The default, I must warn you, is untoasted, so make sure you specify that you do, in fact, want your bagel warm and crusty, unless you are just getting a bag to take home. This should be an opt-out rather than an opt-in situation, but that’s why I’m calling your attention to it.
The smoked fish is a bit better at Ideal Bagel, but ABC has the edge when it comes to gooey, meaty, cheesy bagel breakfast sandwiches. The Cannonball Run, made with Striplings’ sausage, veggie cream cheese and a runny egg, is a highlight. Make sure you get plenty of napkins and maybe a wet wipe, but it’s a really nicely balanced creation heavy on unctuousness: salt, fat, umami, chew, goo. On the other hand, the Phoenix, a veggie-forward combo of sauteed mushrooms, sliced avocado, egg and Swiss cheese, needs something to give it more punch. Chili crisp? A meltier cheese? Really what it’s missing is salt, because an avocado without that is too smooth and bland. “A Fortnight,” which uses pastrami, egg and muenster, also incorporates deli mustard, which gives it plenty of acid to wake up your tastebuds. You can assemble your own creation if you feel up to making decisions—bacon, sausage, ham, scram-
Athens Bagel Co. is open 7 a.m.–3 p.m. Monday through Friday, 8 a.m.–3 p.m. on weekends, serving as a rare example of beating the odds.
PALOMA PARK (235 W Washington St., 706-850-7356, palomapark.com): If it wasn’t clear when I reviewed Paloma Park more thoroughly, I found the restaurant aspect of the place surprisingly good, so it’s my duty to tell you that it’s also trying out serving lunch. Just as with previous experiences there, it feels more restaurant-y than expected, although you still settle your tab by going up to the bar. Walk in through the doors on the left and order some of its excellent smoke-fried, flavorful but not too saucy wings to share with a friend. The peach bourbon barbecue ones aren’t too sweet where they easily could be; I’m a fan of the truffle-agave flavor. Enjoy the free platter of housemade tortilla chips (thick, browned, crunchy, substantial enough to hold up to any dip), three salsas (a mild green, a chipotle, a classic salsa roja), queso and spicy guacamole, which feels generous and welcoming. Want to feel a little fancy? Get yourself an Argentinean take on steak frites, with sliced sirloin (just a touch too cooked but tasty) atop a mound of excellent thin french fries, all zigzagged with plenty of zippy chimichurri sauce. There are even churros for dessert, served with a cup of vanilla ice cream and another of caramel for dunking. Unlike many other bars that are bars first and restaurants second, Paloma Park doesn’t smell like stale beer. The menu remains the same from when it opens (11:45 a.m. Sunday and Tuesday through Friday, 11 a.m. Saturday) until it closes (late!), but there are also occasional experiments and specials, as with a recent Oktoberfest offering that included bratwurst. Draft beers are half off until 4 p.m. f
Athens Bagel Co.
SAM LIPKIN
Sam Bush
230 River Road, Athens
Flagpole would like to raise some Halloween spirits this year by presenting a contest of the best decorated haunts in all of Athens.
The concept is easy. Simply view the competing homes on flagpole.com and decide which one is your favorite Halloween house in town. Photos from participating houses and a map will be published on flagpole.com. Spectators are encouraged to view our gallery or drive around at their leisure to view the displays and vote for their favorites online.
HOUSES WILL BE ON DISPLAY FROM TUESDAY, 10/22 – WEDNESDAY, 10/3 0
Think your home could be the most ghastly in the ‘hood? Just register your house by submitting photos of your finished display and agree to have your display up from Tuesday, 10/22 - Wednesday, 10/30 from 6:30-9:00 p.m.
There will be prizes for the top 3 houses with the most votes! $150 value prize for 1st place!
Go to flagpole.com to submit your photos starting Oct. 8th. Deadline to enter is on Oct. 21st.
Creepin’ it real this season!
... just listen
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There’s no shortage of spooky activities happening in Athens this October to get everyone into the Halloween spirit. As the city’s largest Halloween celebration, the 16th annual Wild Rumpus Parade & Spectacle will take over downtown on the evening of Oct. 26 with a parade, four-block festival zone and pre- and post-parties. Other seasonal favorites include The Rocky Horror Picture Show with a live shadow cast and the Boo-le-Bark costumed dog parade, both held Oct. 20 (see Calendar Picks on p. 19). Check out the highlights below, and remember to visit Flagpole’s calendar for even more fall festivals, children’s activities and other themed events.
ART: Every October, Flicker Theatre & Bar’s pumpkin-colored walls host a wide range of weird and wicked artworks by local artists. Organized by Dan Smith aka See Dan Paint, the lineup includes Jesse Blalock, Rachel Burnham, Joe Dakin, Ed Edderson, Will Eskridge, Charley Ferlito, Brian Kindamo, Sara Kirkpatrick, David Mack, Peter James and Ruby Gene McCarron, Marisa Mustard, Jeremy Long, Tim Root, Lenny Sandvick, Maggie Seee, SLAW, Scott Stripling, Klon Waldrip, Corwin Weik and Joey Weiser.
On view at the AthensClarke County Library through Nov. 2, “Death Becomes Him” spotlights works by Evan Michael Bush, a librarian, storyteller, musician, artist and collector of midnight tales. His exhibition includes a series of oil paintings depicting dapper skeletons as well as a collection of haunting pen and ink illustrations.
PANIC PRIEST • MISS CHERRY DELIGHT
SAT. OCT. 26 • DOORS 8:30 2ND ANNUAL SOUTHERN GOTHIC FESTIVAL: THE CHAMELEONS VISION VIDEO • DECEITS
Saturdays and Sundays through October. In addition to plenty of pumpkins, activities include decorating stations, hayrides, s’mores, a photo booth and a haunted tea room.
FILMS: Ciné’s annual Schlocktoberfest is already underway and packed with holiday classics. This year’s lineup includes Ghostbusters, Evil Dead (2013), Shaun of the Dead, Nightmare Before Christmas, Hocus Pocus, Candyman (1992), Beetlejuice and The Shining. The theater plans to show multiple screenings of each film throughout October and early November, so head to athenscine.com for showtimes.
At Flicker Theatre & Bar, My Bloody Horrorcast will host The Suckling on Oct. 16, Three Star Cinema will present Litan on Oct. 23 and a True Crime Movie Night will spotlight The Deliberate Stranger on Oct. 29. Festivities will culminate with Klon’s Ghastly Horror Halloween Mix on Oct. 30. All films are free and begin at 7 p.m. Flicker will additionally host its annual all-ages matinee screening of “Over the Garden Wall” on Oct. 19 at 4 p.m. Buvez is jumping in on the freaky film fun with free screenings every Tuesday evening at 7:30 p.m. The lineup includes The Monster Squad on Oct. 15, The Thing on Oct. 22 and Halloween on Oct. 29.
DRAG: Drag queens and kings reign supreme when it comes to elaborate costumes and shockingly grotesque yet gorgeous performances. The Boybutante AIDS Foundation will host its annual BOObutante: Frightfully Fabulous event— which rivals its own long-running Boybutante Ball in popularity—on Oct. 19 at 8 p.m. at the 40 Watt Club. The lineup boasts over 15 artists including Lacie Bruce, Jacqueline Daniels, Karmella Macchiato, Semaj Onyx-Coxring, Lori Divine and Zizi Foxx. Tickets are $30 and support the nonprofit’s ongoing mission.
The Athens Showgirl Cabaret’s ongoing Fabulous Fridays series will continue this month with a special Halloween edition at Hendershot’s on Oct. 25 at 9 p.m. The evening will feature performances by Kellie Divine, Alice D, Jenna Sparx, Sasha Stephens, Billy Jean, Diego Wolf and several others. Tickets are only $5. Both drag events encourage attendees to dress up for a costume contest.
FARMS: Zombie Farms is Northeast Georgia’s quintessential haunted trail, featuring intricate horror sets and over 100 cast and crew members dedicated to terrifying and entertaining guests across a preserve for the undead. Currently in its 12th season, this year’s story theme is “Legend of the Chop Chop Man.” Tickets are $33–35, and Zombie Farms will be open on Fridays and Saturdays through Nov. 2. Going above and beyond the average pumpkin patch, Washington Farms offers you-pick zinnias, a corn maze and a variety of kid-friendly activities through Nov. 3. Check washingtonfarms.net for hours and ticket breakdowns. The Pumpkin Patch Fall Festival at Classic City Flowers & Nursery in Winterville also offers wholesome fun on
HAUNTED TOURS: New this year, Athens Trolley Tours has partnered with local haunted history expert Jeff Clarke to host a Spirits of Athens Haunted Ghost Tour. Departing from The Foundry, the trolley will pass by the Lyndon House, Oconee Hill Cemetery and South Kitchen + Bar inside the Georgian, sharing spooky stories along the way. The trip will conclude at the Taylor-Grady House with a tour, cocktails and light hors d’oeuvres by Epting Events. Tours will be held Oct. 24 and Oct. 27 at 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. Passengers are encouraged to come in costume for a chance to win prizes. Tickets are $48, and the tours are for ages 21 and older. Visit athenstrollytours.com.
Presented by the Historic Athens Welcome Center, the Death & Mourning Candlelight Tour at the ChurchWaddel-Brumby House will explore mourning traditions of the Regency Era. Built circa 1820, this Federal-style house is believed to be the city’s oldest surviving residence. The parlor and dining room will be decorated throughout the month, with special after-hour tours scheduled for Oct. 18 and Oct. 25 at 5:30 p.m. Tours are $20 and can be reserved at athenswelcomecenter.com.
MUSIC: The 40 Watt Club will host the second annual Southern Gothic Festival this year. The two-day post-punk and goth-centric fest includes the March Violets, Korine, Tears for the Dying, House of Ham, Vincas, Panic Priest and Miss Cherry Delight on Oct. 25, followed by The Chameleons, Vision Video and Deceits on Oct. 26. Tickets are $45 per night or $70 for the weekend.
Halloween is also always a popular time for local bands to get into character and cover the songs of others. Members of Classic City Jukebox will do a post-Rumpus tribute to Tom Petty at Nowhere Bar on Oct. 26, with Creedence Clearwater Revival act CCRn’t opening the night. Flicker will host a cover show Halloween night with Coma Therapy as the Pixies, Telemarket as the Violent Femmes and Asymptomatics as the Talking Heads. f
Lenny Sandvick
COMEDY | WED, OCT. 16
Hari Kondabolu
40 Watt Club • 7 p.m. (doors) • $20 Stand-up comedian, writer and podcast host Hari Kondabolu is known for his sharp wit and incisive social commentary. Born in Queens to Indian immigrant parents, Kondabolu’s unique perspective informs his humor, which often centers on poverty, racism, rejection of Indian stereotypes seen in media and other social issues. He studied identity, race and globalization in college while his comedy career simultaneously began to take off, and soon he found himself scoring late night slots on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!,” “The Late Show with David Letterman” and more. He has also performed for “John Oliver’s New York Stand-Up Show” and on Comedy Central. His television credits include writing for the FX series “Totally Biased with W. Kamau Bell” and producing his own documentary, The Problem with Apu, for TruTV. He created his first comedy album, Waiting for 2042, in 2014, and has released three others since then. [Mary Beth Bryan]
MUSIC | FRI, OCT. 18
Samara Joy
Hodgson Concert Hall • 7:30 p.m. • $45–85
At just 24 years old, Samara Joy has already earned her title as a critically-acclaimed jazz vocalist. Joy released her debut self-titled album in 2021 after going viral on YouTube performing a cover of “Take Love Easy” with her professor, Pete Malinverni, and starting a GoFundMe page to raise money to record. Since then,
EVENT | SUN, OCT. 20
Boo-le-Bark
Boulevard • 4:30 p.m. • FREE!
Boo-le-Bark is Athens’ annual parade and contest for costumed dogs. The parade takes place in the historic Boulevard neighborhood, beginning and ending at the intersection of Boulevard and Barber Street (298 Barber St.). It passes west on Boulevard, south on Lyndon Avenue, east on Dubose Avenue, north on Grady Avenue and finally east on Boulevard. Registration for the parade and costume judging, which includes categories like Best Theme Costume and Best Pet and Handler combo, is $20 per dog and will open on barkonboulevard.com on the day of the parade. This year’s optional theme is “Road Trip.” Attendees can also enjoy live music from Historic Athens Porchfest as they watch the cutest dogs in the neighborhood show off their costumes. [MB]
PERFORMANCE | SUN, OCT. 20
Rocky Horror Picture Show
The Classic Center • 8 p.m. • $20–40.50
Returning to the Classic Center for the second year, The Rocky Horror Picture Show is a cult classic musical comedy horror film from 1975 that tells the story of a young couple, Brad and Janet, stumbling upon a castle full of interesting inhabitants, including iconic characters such as FrankN-Furter, played by Tim Curry, and Riff Raff, played by the film’s creator, Richard O’Brien. Live productions of The Rocky Horror Picture Show are known for their immersive nature, including audience participation and interactive elements. Accordingly, the Classic Center has partnered with Dancefx Athens for this production to feature a “shadow cast,” a troupe of players who act out the movie on stage as it plays on the screen. There will also be a costume contest for the first 15 contestants that sign up, and prop bags will be available for purchase as ticket add-ons. [MB]
she has released her sophomore album, Linger Awhile, and has won three Grammy Awards, including the Best New Artist award in 2023, making her the second jazz singer to ever receive the honor. NPR has described Joy as a “classic jazz singer from a new generation,” calling on comparisons to artists like Sarah Vaughan, Ella Fitzgerald and Billie Holiday. Most recently, Joy has stepped into the world of film, recording her original song “Why I’m Here” for the Netflix film Shirley. [MB]
Singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Kaoru Dill-Ishibashi (stage name Kishi Bashi) is known for his eclectic blend of indie pop, folk and classical music. DillIshibashi’s musical career includes founding New York electronic rock outfit Jupiter One and a stint as a member of local legend of Montreal before starting his solo career as Kishi Bashi in 2011. His latest record is a departure from his usual symphonic folk, however. Kantos is about the possible end of humanity, yet it is both unsettling and joyful in its delivery. Music journalist Amelia Neri writes for Narc Magazine, “The party album encompasses everything from Brazilian jazz and ’70s funk, to epic orchestral rock and nostalgic Japanese city-pop…While outwardly zealous and shimmery, ruminations surrounding humanity’s troubled fate haunt its core.” [MB] f
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DOOT DOOT DOO, LOOKIN’ OUT HIS FRONT DOOR: It’s been a while but the always anticipated Kurt Wood Front Porch Record Sale will happen once again Saturday, Oct. 19 (9 a.m.–6 p.m.) and Sunday, Oct. 20 (12–6 p.m.). Wood is a known quantity in record collector circles nationwide and, after his several decades in the game, I’m presuming he’s known internationally as well. He has thousands of titles available for sale, both 45 RPM singles and 33 RPM long players, with prices all starting at $1. Trust me when I say his castoffs are very nearly exactly what you’ve been looking for, and if you can’t find something desirable here, then cast the net of your tastes a little wider. The porch is located at 1080 Oconee St. (at the corner of Oconee and Carr streets). For more information, you may call 706-614-1867, but I can’t imagine you need any more.
few bucks in their pot to help them keep going. The entire operation from putting on events to hosting its TV show on YouTube has been primarily paid out of pocket. Always in a tenuous situation, a very serious financial setback (i.e. a $2,000 water bill due to a leak) has turned the stress up to 11. JOKERJOKER is looking for 12 local businesses to participate in its “Community Support Initiative” for 2025. So far, they
JOIN IN THE CHANT: Hardcore synth punks Obscurity just released the first two songs off its upcoming Digital Obscurities album. These two songs, “Kiss The Carcass” and “Who Shot The Sheriff,” continue the traditions set up by the band when it released its debut tracks back in May. That is, these each come to the altar of digital hardcore/ modern goth with their hands full of offerings. While “Who Shot The Sheriff” is the more tuneful of the two, the whole thing is kind of less melodic than those early tracks. So, in this way Obscurity is even more hardcore than they were. I dig it! Find it at obscurityy.bandcamp.com, and follow instagram.com/obscurityband to keep up.
SAFE AT HOME: Songwriter and guitarist Matt Howels puts out music pretty consistently and often uploads collections of demos, even though a lot of times they sound fine and finished to me. His latest batch is titled Broad Street Demos and contains four tracks. I’m most inclined to like and praise the Todd Rundgren-isms of “Something New.” Howels also puts a lot of his blues knowledge to work here. This is especially true on the instrumentals “Go With The Flow” and “6 Add 9,” which are great examples of his skills and each has a little jazz flourishing about them, too. He’s at his most singer-songwriter-y on the opening song “I Love You,” which is both sweet and sad in a kind of undefined way. Find this and explore a lot more at matthowels.band camp.com.
A FEW BUCKS HERE, A FEW BUCKS THERE: I’ve been telling y’all pretty consistently about all the goings on and happenings surrounding JOKERJOKERtv, including the upcoming VHS Fest on Nov. 3. Now, though, I want you to turn your eyes toward putting a
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DAYDREAMING: Preorders are still open for the 12” vinyl release of Carnival which is the music recorded by Limbo District in 1982 at Mitch Easter’s Drive-In Studio (Winston-Salem, NC). These five songs wound up being used as the soundtrack to Jim Herbert’s film Carnival which is how it received its title. This is a very limited physical release with only 200 manufactured. Its official release date is Oct. 24 and, of course, you’ll be able to purchase digital download copies from then until forever, but these physical records will absolutely sell out. So if you’re the money-spending type that I know you are, jump on this. For more information, please see chunklet.band camp.com.
HOMEGROWN: For the third week in a row, I’ve been thoroughly impressed with the Hard Tack label. They’re releasing things at such a clip, though, that keeping up takes some time. So that’s why I’m just now getting around to the six-song self-titled release by F.E.B.S. I have zero idea what this acronym stands for, so don’t bug me, bug them. In any case, though, this is a very nicely crafted collection of roots and folk blues music with strong lyrics to boot. It was recorded by the duo on a Tascam 4-Track—a similar setup was used to record Bruce Springsteen’s Nebraska, by the way— and then mixed and mastered by engineer Ben Hackett (New Madrid). Find this at hardtackk.bandcamp.com. f
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Terrapin Beer Co • Noon–8pm
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and $3 for UGA students with valid ID includes: Viet Cuong’s “Second Nature,” Aaron Copland’s “Quiet City,” and more.
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TABLE FOR THREE AT CHEZ JANAU: AN EVENING OF DUOS AND TRIOS UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA WIND ENSEMBLE
Thursday, October 17 at 7:30 p.m.
Hodgson Concert Hall UGA PAC
TWO” UGA MUSIC FACULTY CHAMBER ENSEMBLES
Director Levon Ambartsumian is joined by Nicholas Williams, UGA Wind Ensemble director for music spanning a variety of musical eras.
Friday, October 25 at 7:30 p.m.
Hodgson Concert Hall UGA PAC
Featuring ten of UGA’s world-class music faculty for an intimate evening of music. “MADE IN AMERICA” WITH GUEST ARTIST: ~NOIS (pictured) FROM BAROQUE TO THE 20TH CENTURY
Monday, October 28 at 7:30 p.m.
Hodgson Concert Hall UGA PAC
The March Violets
GOTHIC ROCK PIONEERS RETURN WITH CROCODILE PROMISES
By Chad Radford music@flagpole.com
Tom Ashton fell in love with Athens in the fall of 1991, only after falling in love with his wife Rachel during his first trip to the Classic City.
As the story goes, Ashton’s goth and post-punk band the March Violets had called it quits shortly after landing a scene in the John Hughes-penned 1987 film, Some Kind of Wonderful. The formerly Leeds, U.K.-based group can be seen in the film performing the song “Turn to the Sky” while actors Eric Stoltz and Mary Stuart Masterson get into a spat.
“By that point, the band had become a bit like the Pretenders or something similar, more rock and roll than anything else,” Ashton says. “We still played some of the older songs, but things were petering out.”
An album was recorded, but it was never released. It was an unceremonious end for a group that was a contemporary of the Sisters of Mercy, and even released a few singles on the Sisters’ label, Merciful Release. Songs such as “Crow Baby,” “Snake Dance” and “Walk Into the Sun” solidified the March Violets’ status as ’80s gothic rock pioneers.
the States to raise a family, settling into a house on the rural outskirts of Winterville, where Ashton established his home recording facility, SubVon Studio. Over the years, he has recorded material there by artists such as Tears for the Dying, T.T. Mahony and Hip To Death. Ashton also worked on parts of Pylon Reenactment Society’s most recent album, Magnet Factory, as well as Vision Video’s first two full-lengths, 2021’s Inked In Red and 2022’s Haunted Hours
This latest offering comes as the group’s first release since 2013’s brief reunion to record the album titled Made Glorious, followed by 2015’s digital-only release of an album, titled Mortality. The latter release was driven primarily by former vocalist Simon Denbigh. In many ways, though, Crocodile Promises is more closely connected to the Violets’ early days. There’s a deliberate nod to the past with the song “Virgin Sheep,” written in 1982, standing as a vital bridge between eras. Crocodile Promises is a bold reassertion of a band that’s still burning with purpose.
The album is a homecoming of sorts, produced by Ashton at SubVon. His production is marked by what he calls “naive” instincts. He doesn’t push the band toward any preconceived notions; instead, he listens, letting the music shape itself. It’s a method that has served him well, not just with the Violets, but with others who’ve recorded there.
Four years after splitting up, Ashton landed a gig playing guitar in the Dutch band Xymox (sometimes called Clan of Xymox), who were kicking off a tour supporting the 1991 album, Phoenix, at the 40 Watt Club.
“We wrapped rehearsals and were sitting at the Globe, and I saw Rachel and her friend walk by the front window,” Ashton recalls. “I said, let’s go to another bar, and we walked down to the Georgia Bar where we met.”
After spending a decade together living in London, Tom and Rachel moved back to
“I was a big fan of the March Violets for a while before realizing he lived here and subsequently meeting and becoming friends,” says Vision Video’s singer and guitar player Dusty Gannon. “Tom’s guitar playing is the thing that stands out to me the most with the March Violets. It’s punk as hell, but has this dark menacing nature to it that commands the songs and is the epitome of great goth-rock tone.”
Ashton became an occasional member of Vision Video, before reconvening with March Violets singer Rosie Garland and bass player Mat Thorpe to record a new album that arrived this year, titled Crocodile Promises
Ashton is a producer that Vision Video’s Gannon says is, “technically skilled, yet highly experimental. He tackles songs from directions that you may not have considered, but you come to realize the method to his madness as it takes shape and you find yourself thinking ‘Oh damn! That’s so much cooler than how I would have approached that.’”
Ashton adds, “It’s particularly difficult producing an album that you’re so closely connected with,” he says while discussing Crocodile Promises “It’s difficult to get space and perspective.”
With Crocodile Promises, Thorpe (also of the band Isolation Division), Ashton and Garland rekindle the spark that made the March Violets’ earlier work stand out, while pushing the band into new sonic terrain. The brooding “Hammer the Last Nail” lays the groundwork, with cascading guitar riffs and Garland’s enigmatic voice drawing the listener into the album’s dense atmosphere. The production, while understated, hones in on a balance of heaviness, sweeping melodies and shadows.
There’s a sharp edge to songs like “Bite the Hand” and “This Way Out,” capturing punk intensity, while the slow burn of
“Kraken Awakes” and “Mortality” show off a band that’s still crafting songs brimming with themes of revenge, deceit, darkness and triumph. At the album’s core lies its title track, “Crocodile Promises,” a potent allegory for modern-day deception, which Ashton likens to modern Americans falling for the deceptions emanating from former President Trump’s current run for the Whitehouse, and the media’s shallow perceptions.
“There’s a tale of a crocodile inviting someone to jump on his back to get across a river,” Ashton says. “The guy says ‘Nope! I don’t trust you. Are you gonna bite me?’ The crocodile says, ‘No, don’t worry mate. I’m not gonna bite you. I’ll get you to the other side.’ Halfway across the river, the crocodile turns around and bites him and kills him. Because that’s what crocodiles do.”
Throughout the album, Ashton’s subtle yet layered production allows each track to breathe, fostering an atmosphere where Garland’s haunting voice takes center stage, bolstered by dark, hypnotic grooves.
On the closing number, “This Way Out,” pulsating rhythms carry Garland’s lyrics into a climactic surge, where the urgency of the music speaks to these intensities and uncertainties of the modern world.
“With Crocodile Promises, it was all about setting the record straight after the Mortality album, which was more like one person’s personal project,” Ashton says. “I don’t think any of us felt particularly involved in it.”
On Friday, Oct. 25, the group is headlining the first night of the second annual Southern Gothic Festival. It’s a long overdue homecoming, as it also marks the first time the March Violets have ever played a show in Athens.
For those who have followed the Violets from the beginning, Crocodile Promises offers a powerful connection to its roots while demonstrating just how far the band has evolved. And for those who are discovering them for the first time, Crocodile Promises is a gateway to the Violets’ enigmatic world that’s brimming with fire and intent. f
WHO: March Violets, Korine, Tears for the Dying, House of Ham, Vincas, Panic Priest, Miss Cherry Delight WHEN: Friday, Oct . 25, 7 p .m . (doors) WHERE: 40 Watt Club
HOW MUCH: $45, $70 (two-day festival pass)
Historic Athens Porchfest
HISTORY, MUSIC AND BUSINESS
By Sam Lipkin editorial@flagpole.com
The neighborhood is alive with the sound of music once again for Historic Athens’ sixth annual Porchfest, the local nonprofit organization’s largest fundraiser to aid its mission of historic preservation and heritage conservation. More than 200 performances will take place on porches and in yards across seven neighborhoods—Boulevard, Buena Vista, Cobbham, Newtown, Normaltown, Pulaski Heights and Reese-Hancock—on Sunday, Oct. 20 from 1–8 p.m.
Maintaining roughly the same size and scope of last year’s day-long festival, with limited street parking availability and a network of easily crowded side streets participating, it is still highly recommended to take advantage of walking, biking and skating. However, a new partnership with Athens Trolley Tours will provide free rides with several drop-off and pick-up spots spread across the seven neighborhoods throughout the event. This will increase mobility and make it easier for attendees to catch more performances without the worry of parking or ability to walk long distances.
has joined as a Porchfest sponsor to aid in that exploration. The open audio platform will have a SoundCloud Zone at the festival giving away swag bags, exclusive info on local artists and more. There’s also a SoundCloud Showcase currently being populated online at historicathens.com/soundcloud that highlights Porchfest musicians.
“The collaboration with SoundCloud gives local artists a chance to connect with a well-known name in the independent music scene and reach thousands of attendees. With the SoundCloud Showcase page on our website, it’ll be easier than ever for people to discover and follow participating musicians long after the event,” says Sunta.
Denise Sunta, Historic Athens’ engagement coordinator, says that a comprehensive map will be released that includes the trolley route so that people can plan ahead.
“Plus, these trolleys offer a nostalgic touch as they travel through some of the same areas where streetcars used to run. We will have tour guides on each trolley to guide attendees through each neighborhood and learn more about their past, present and future. It’s a fun way to connect with Athens’ history while making the event more accessible and enjoyable,” says Sunta.
In an effort to create an event that is accessible, inclusive and celebrates what makes Athens unique, Historic Athens has also partnered with local boutique Indie South to have a vendor market located in the old Heirloom parking lot (815 N. Chase St.) from 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
“The vendor market allows us to support another part of our community that is central to our shared sense of place: small, local businesses. In previous years, we had a few vendors and tables scattered across different porches. Thanks to our collaboration with Indie South, this year we’ll have a dedicated space where more local artisans, grassroots organizations and vendors can connect with attendees,” says Sunta.
Of course at the heart of Porchfest is the more than 200 local performers who donate their time to setting up and playing music in support of Historic Athens. Part of the fun is exploring everything the Athens music scene has to offer, and SoundCloud
The official Historic Athens Porchfest Kick-off Party will take place Friday, Oct. 18 from 6–9 p.m. at Athentic Brewing Co. Here attendees can pick up pre-ordered merch and enjoy food from Cafe Racer’s food truck. Local history buffs can show off their knowledge with Athens trivia from 6–8 p.m., or join in with friends and learn something new about the town. Athens-based karaoke will follow to end the celebration.
Historic Athens has curated three Heritage Walks for Saturday, Oct. 19 that offer a guided tour through neighborhoods participating in Porchfest. Each tour will discuss the history, architecture and culture of the micro communities with stories about various homes and landmarks. Marvin Peoples will lead a Normaltown walk at 10 a.m., Gwen O’Looney will lead a Cobbham walk at 12:30 p.m., and Kristen Morales will lead a Buena Vista walk at 2 p.m. Registration is required at bit.ly/heritagewalk24. While there you can view the upcoming Heritage Walks for the rest of the year.
Whether you plan ahead and plot your ultimate Porchfest route or take a joy walk and see where you end up, there are more than 200 experiences waiting for you at this year’s event. For a full schedule of performers, locations and set times organized by neighborhood, see p. 23. To view an interactive map and spreadsheet with individual artist donation links, visit historicathens. com/porchfest. f
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Historic Athens Porchfest Schedule •
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The Solstice Sisters 585 Barber St., Suite D
3:00 PM A.M. Rodriguez 850 Boulevard
3:00 PM Boxers 238 Barber St.
3:00 PM Claire Elitha 735 Boulevard
3:00 PM Honeychild 419 Boulevard
3:00 PM Innerspaces 947 N Chase St.
3:00 PM Larry’s Homework 115 Grady Ave.
3:00 PM Magenta Men 225 Beulah Ave.
3:00 PM Mary & the Hot Hotty-Hots 165 Wynburn Ave.
3:00 PM Rans Thomas 698 N Pope St.
3:00 PM Rosie and the Ratdogs 160 Lyndon Ave.
3:00 PM Scarlet Stitch 357 DuBose Ave.
3:00 PM Ty Wicker 125 Nantahala Ave.
4:00 PM Gebidan 151 Lyndon Ave.
4:00 PM Golden Bowl 175 Grady Ave.
4:00 PM Julianne Merritt 240 Beulah Ave.
4:00 PM Klezmer Local 42 186 Boulevard
4:00 PM Quentin Love 786 Boulevard Ave.
4:00 PM Subject to Change 860 N Chase St.
4:00 PM The Grawks 341 Boulevard, Apt. A
4:00 PM Wisteria 329 Lyndon Ave.
5:00 PM Big Magic! 544 Boulevard
5:00 PM Dire Wolf 355 Oneta St., Suite D400A
5:00 PM Sutherland 863 N Chase St.
5:00 PM Swing Theory 169 Grady Ave.
5:00 PM T. Hardy Morris 296 Boulevard
5:00 PM The New Orleans Jazz Stompers 360 Dubose Ave.
5:00 PM Wonderland Rangers 743 Boulevard
6:00 PM Athens Technical College Music Club 298 Seminole Ave.
6:00 PM Bichos Vivos 815 Chase St.
6:00 PM CCRn’t 225 Beulah Ave.
6:00 PM Dads With Guitars 163 Nantahala Ave.
6:00 PM Dragana 554 Boulevard
6:00 PM Hunger Anthem 145 Grady Ave.
6:00 PM Names Change 798 Boulevard
6:00 PM UGA Noteworthy 685 N Pope St.
6:00 PM Violent Violet 258 Lyndon Ave.
BUENA VISTA HEIGHTS
1:00 PM blue. 234 Buena Vista Ave.
1:00 PM Florence Cardigan 110 Yonah Ave.
1:00 PM Tabla Rosa 123 Easy St.
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5:00 PM The Duponts 1387 Boulevard 5:00 PM Vinyl Island 155 Park Ave.
6:00 PM Herbal Remedy 1295 Boulevard
6:00 PM Rosehip 1280 Prince Ave.
6:00 PM The Oldies But Goodies 1160 Boulevard
6:00 PM Wet Meadows 110 Easy St.
COBBHAM
1:00 PM Camp Amped 889 Hill St. 1:00 PM Kate Morrissey Band 465 Meigs St. 1:00 PM Kilough 393 N Finley St. 1:00 PM Stage Dogs 175 Hillcrest Ave.
2:00 PM Check The Signs 735 Prince Ave.
2:00 PM Noise Mountain 455 N Milledge Ave.
3:00 PM Beto Cacao 894 Hill St.
3:00 PM Cardynal & the Flock 489 Prince Ave.
3:00 PM Caroline Aiken 626 Cobb St.
3:00 PM Cryin Gosling 575 N Harris St., Unit A
3:00 PM Cultured Posse 237 Prince Ave.
3:00 PM KIT 695 Prince Ave.
3:00 PM Red 18 424 N Chase St.
4:00 PM Canary Affair 260 Hill St.
4:00 PM Committee of Public Safety 893 Hill St. 4:00 PM Perrengue Brasil 725 Cobb St. 4:00 PM Pixi3Punch 575 N Harris St., Unit B 4:00 PM Schmooze 225 King Ave.
5:00 PM Athens Clarke Emergency Specialists 609 Cobb St. 5:00 PM Charlie Reeves
5:00 PM Parking Garage 724 Cobb St.
6:00 PM Karma Kat
6:00 PM Little Mae 825 Hill St.
NEWTOWN
1:00 PM Back Room Revival 295 Cleveland Ave.
1:00 PM Chloe Cox 540 Athens Ave.
1:00 PM Matt Knox 455 Atlanta Ave.
1:00 PM Rebecca Sunshine Band 585 Barber St., Studio G
2:00 PM Full On Monet 248 Augusta Ave.
2:00 PM Grant Evans 174 Cleveland Ave.
2:00 PM Jeannie Caryn 285 Savannah Ave.
2:00 PM Kadi Beth 1005 College Ave.
2:00 PM Libbaloops 625 Barber St., Suite 160
2:00 PM Redboy 770 Barber St.
2:00 PM Tattoo Logic 430 Cleveland Ave.
3:00 PM Greater Tri-County Area 665 Barber St.
3:00 PM Heidi Hensley and Laura Valentine 395 Cleveland Ave.
3:00 PM Roger Pearl 175 Tracy St., Suite A101
3:00 PM Sewercat 230 Augusta Ave.
3:00 PM The While 190 Cleveland Ave.
4:00 PM Fishbug 160 Tracy St., Unit 10
4:00 PM Nightshade Family DJs 498 Athens Ave. 4:00 PM ozello 336 Atlanta Ave.
4:00 PM Trycho 193 Cleveland Ave.
5:00 PM Brown Dwarf 193 Cleveland Ave.
5:00 PM Murder The Mood 462 Atlanta Ave.
5:00 PM Norma Rae 425 Barber St.
5:00 PM Tears for the Dying 146 Savannah Ave.
5:00 PM The Studio Athens 168 Tracy St.
6:00 PM Bluegrass On A Porch 195 Crawford Ave. 6:00 PM Vision Video 146 Savannah Ave.
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live music calendar
Tuesday 15
Flicker Theatre & Bar
8 p.m. $10. www.flickertheatreandbar. com
TERMINUS VICTOR Midwestern indie and emo with a tinge of math rock.
GORGEOUS BEAST New darkwave dance-pop project by Erica Strout (Motherfucker, Dream Tent, Incendiaries).
FATHER WEREWOLF Athensbased rock trio with pop-infused and gain-soaked melodies and the grunge undertones of the ’90s. Hendershot’s
No Phone Party. 7 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.com
KENOSHA KID Instrumental adventure-jazz group centered around the rollicking compositions of Dan Nettles and featuring Luca Lombardi, Seth Hendershot and various guests.
Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall
American Liszt Society Festival. 7:30 p.m. $45–65. pac.uga.edu
MARC-ANDRÉ HAMELIN
Renowned pianist performs a solo recital featuring works by Beethoven, Busoni and Liszt, plus the world premiere of his own new piece, commissioned by the American Liszt Society.
ATMOSPHERE Hip-hop duo inspired by soul, funk, rock and reggae that has released over two dozen studio albums in the past two decades.
NOFUN! LA-based collective whose sound ranges from alternative rock to West Coast hip hop.
REVERIE Rapper from LA inspired by underground hip hop.
Hugh Hodgson School of Music
1:50 p.m. FREE! music.uga.edu
~NOIS Chicago-based saxophone quartet dedicated to connecting with diverse audiences through the creation of new work.
Nowhere Bar
9:30 p.m. www.facebook.com/ NowhereBarAthens
ANNIE DUKES Femme-fronted rock band out of Florida whose sound is a mixture of ’70s rock with ’90s rock and grunge tones, saturated with three part harmonies, heavy riffs and a driving melody.
KARMA KAT Athens band melding jazz, indie and pop for an innovative sound.
Y’ALL Atlanta-based indie folk-rock inspired by Tom Petty and The Cranberries.
The World Famous 8 p.m. $10 suggested donation. www. facebook.com/theworldfamous athens
CULT OF RIGGONIA Waves of texture with catchy melodies that rise up from the primordial stew.
DHANA JEERA North African and Ethiopian inspired group led by Immaterial Possession member and visual artist Jeremy Kiran Fernandes.
YERFDAAS Mostly instrumental trio from Atlanta drawing inspiration from bands as diverse as Don Caballero, Hella and D’Angelo.
O KEY Experimental pop project led by Art Contest’s Cole Monroe.
Thursday 17
Flicker Theatre & Bar
8 p.m. $10. www.flickertheatreandbar. com
BEER PISS Athens hardcore punk group.
ZOOKRAUGHT Dance punk trio out of Seattle.
REAL WOW Scattered and dissonant indie math rock from Athens. The Foundry
RIGOMETRICS Classic rock with a contemporary edge and explosive guitar solos.
PENELOPE ROAD Five-piece band that boldly embraces the selfawarded label of “stanky funky junk.”
SPACE GATOR Psych-rock group formed in the swamps of Chicago. Hendershot’s 7 p.m. (sign-ups), 8 p.m. (show). FREE! www.hendershotsathens.com
JAZZ JAM Seth Hendershot and the house band Unstarched host an
open jazz jam. Bring an instrument or your voice.
Hotel Indigo
Live After Five Series. 5:30 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/Aubrey EntertainmentAthensGA
TRACY AND JEFF Jazz, blues and new and old classics from the voice of Tracy Brown and the guitar and harmonica of Jeff Lustig.
Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall
7:30 p.m. $3 (w/ UGA ID), $20. pac. uga.edu
MADE IN AMERICA An evening performing works of the best American composers.
Little Kings Shuffle Club
Art Market & Benefit Show for Helene Relief. 4 p.m. (market), 8 p.m. (music). $10. www.instagram.com/ littlekingsshuffleclub
CICADA RHYTHM Captivating Athens duo playing melodic, rootsinfluenced folk-rock.
CANNON ROGERS Local songwriter, guitarist and pedal steel player who is as influenced by Flannery O’Connor as he is Lucinda Williams.
JOSEY Athens-based indie pop artist, incorporating audience participation and off-kilter comedy into her sets.
GIRL PORN For queer punks by queer punks.
HONEYPUPPY Four-piece indie rock band self-described as a “menace to society.”
Friday 18
40 Watt Club
7 p.m. (doors). $25. www.40watt.com
JONATHAN RICHMAN Singersongwriter known for founding the influential proto-punk band the Modern Lovers. Joined by drummer Tommy Larkins. Athentic Brewing Co.
JON BROCATO & ALYS WILLIAMS Local guitarists and songwriters combine talents. (8 a.m.)
TAKE 3 Watkinsville jazz trio of saxophone, keys and drums. (10 a.m.)
Flicker Theatre & Bar 8 p.m. $12. www.flickertheatreandbar. com
CDSM Goth rock synth lines over booming, industrial drums define this apocalyptic band.
NIHILIST CHEERLEADER Raw riot grrrl-inspired punk that’s a pitchperfect blend of snotty and sunny, earnest and sardonic.
THICK PAINT Omaha, NE-based indie-pop group led by Graham Ulicny (Reptar).
Front Porch Bookstore
6 p.m. FREE! jmazzucc@uga.edu
KLEZMER LOCAL 42 Local sevenpiece klezmer band specializing in Jewish and Romani music.
MARY & THE HOT HOTTY-HOTS Hot jazz and swing band offering music from the 1910s, ’20s and ’30s. (Outside, 2 p.m.)
TRE POWELL Local singer-songwriter playing bluesy acoustic tunes with soulful vocals. (Inside, 2 p.m.) THE AMBLERS Formerly known as Dosters. (Outside, 3 p.m.)
HENDERSON/WILLIAMS Don Henderson and Henry Williams play music from many generations and genres. (Inside, 3:30 p.m.)
DOOLEY & BALDWIN DUO An assortment of alternative rock, country and pop. (Inside, 4:30 p.m.)
DOOLEY & BALDWIN BAND The duo brings the rest of the band on stage for more alternative rock, country and pop. (Outside, 6 p.m.)
LIBBALOOPS Electronic musician and looping artist who loves to be silly and get “loopy doopy.” (Inside, 6:15 p.m.)
Traditions of Braselton 11 a.m.–11 p.m. $25 (adv.), $30. www.sheilafest.com
SHEILA FEST The 8th annual tribute to Sheila Anderson includes performances by Free Bird Atlanta, Departure: Tribute to Journey, Smokey Jones & The 3 Dollar Pistols, Redneck Blonde, Sunset Strip, Radio Star, Kid Brother, After School Special and Dock Rock Radio. work.shop
Nightshade Family Presents. 11 p.m.–4 a.m. $10. www.nightshade familyband.com
CENTAURI Bay Area artist Marcos Quintero, currently located in Den-
Zookraught will play at Flicker Theatre & Bar on Thursday, Oct. 17.
JIMMY HUMPHREYES
ver, is characterized by distinctive dubstep heavy hitters and powerful drops. Release party for an EP named Hummingbird!
ELLWIN Nightshade Family local DJ and producer playing dubstep, riddim, industrial, psytrance, and drum and bass.
RAVEN Local DJ playing IDM.
BETSU Local dubstep DJ and Nightshade Family sound system crew.
Sunday 20
Athens First United Methodist Church
6 p.m. FREE! www.athensfirstumc.org
THE NOT TOO SPOOKY ORGAN
CONCERT A family-friendly concert on the mighty Quimby organ that features creepy movie capers, Broadway favorites and Bach’s famous “Toccata in D minor.”
Morton Theatre
5:30 p.m. $25–55 (adv.), $31–61. bit.ly/flsatmt
FUNKY LIKE SUNDAY James Brown tribute act dedicated to meticulously reimagining the Godfather of Soul’s sound through sweat-breaking showmanship and tight rhythmic grooves.
Multiple Locations –Athens, GA
1–8 p.m. FREE! www.historicathens. com/porchfest
HISTORIC ATHENS PORCHFEST
Over 200 local acts will perform across seven historic neighborhoods.
Oak House Distillery
3:30–6 p.m. www.oakhousedistillery. com
FOLIE À DEUX Folie à Quatre minus two members play a set of French chansons, originals and jazzy tunes.
SWEETEARTHFLYING Former Athens resident Emmie Pierce uses guitar, found objects and modular synths to create subtle and extreme sonic textures, spatio-temporal distortions, and serene waves of cut up music.
CHUCK JOHNSON California-based composer, producer and musician with a focus on pedal steel guitar, experimental electronics and alternate tuning systems.
GALAXY TUBE Tape hiss mycelium and faded new-age sound bath from Grant Evans.
Georgia Theatre
7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show).
$29.75. www.georgiatheatre.com
TALIB KWELI Brooklyn-based MC who has earned his stripes as one of the most lyrically-gifted, socially aware and politically insightful rappers to emerge in the last 20 years.
SKYZOO Rapper and songwriter with a number of notable solo and collaborative albums, including work with artist such as Dr. Dre and John Legend.
LANDON WORDSWELL Emcee from Atlanta known for intricate
rhyme schemes, personal lyrics and bold truths.
TRVY & THE ENEMY Highenergy hip-hop artist who weaves introspective lyrics into the psychinfused and sometimes heavy instrumentals of his backing band.
Nowhere Bar 9:30 p.m. www.facebook.com/ NowhereBarAthens HASH CABBAGE New Orleans improv rockers playing cosmic psychedelic music. Nuçi’s Space
7–11 p.m. $5 suggested donation. www.nuci.org
KARAOKE MIXTAPE Take the stage, share your music and vibe out with the Nuçi’s community. The crowd favorite wins two free hours of Amplify Studio time. Every third Monday on the month.
Ramsey Hall
3:30 p.m. FREE! music.uga.edu
UGA PERCUSSION ENSEMBLE
The ensemble performs its annual fall concert.
Ramsey Hall
7:30 p.m. FREE! music.uga.edu
UGA HORN CHOIR An ensemble of both horn majors and nonmajors attending the Hugh Hodgson School of Music.
Tuesday 22
40 Watt Club
7 p.m. (doors). $10 (adv.), $12. www.40watt.com
BRUISER & BICYCLE Progressive rock-skewed art pop band influenced by freak folk from Albany, NY.
ROBE Bryan Casey leads shoegazetinged songs with a cool, energetic vibe.
KISHI BASHI Lush, romantic, violin-based indie rock multiinstrumentalist whose latest album, Kantos, is at turns deeply unsettling and sublimely joyful. Hendershot’s No Phone Party. 7 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.com
KENOSHA KID Instrumental adventure-jazz group centered around the rollicking compositions of Dan Nettles and featuring Luca Lombardi, Seth Hendershot and various guests. Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall
7:30 p.m. $10 (w/ UGA ID), $40–60. pac.uga.edu
THE SIXTEEN Revered British choir that performs a variety of pieces, from medieval hymns to contemporary choral compositions.
Normal Bar
8–11 p.m. FREE! booking@rudy montayremusic.com
OPEN MIC All musicians welcome. Every Tuesday. Nowhere Bar 7 p.m. (doors). $15. www.facebook. com/NowhereBarAthens
SHEHEHE Local band that draws from old-school punk and arena rock to create a fist-pumping atmosphere.
CITY MOUSE Soulful punk rock from Los Angeles.
CACTUS JACKSON New band with Rory Riley, Nick Skillman and Dillon Knight.
WUOG 90.5 FM
Live in the Lobby. 8 p.m. FREE! www. wuog.org
FLORAL PORTRAIT Stunning baroque psych-pop ensemble led by composer Jason Bronson and collaborator Jacob Chisenhall. f
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event calendar
GAMES: BINGO (VFW Post 2872) Join in to play this weekly game of chance. Thursdays, 6 p.m. (doors). FREE! www.facebook.com/vfw2872
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ART: Faculty Perspectives (Georgia Museum of Art) Join Nell Andrew, professor of art history, for a gallery program focused on two new works by conceptual artist Sol Lewitt. 2 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.
org
CLASSES: Salsa Dancing (El Carretonero) Join SALSAthens for Cuban salsa lessons meeting a variety of dance abilities. Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. (advanced), 7:30 p.m. (beginner/intermediate). $10. SALS AthensDancing@gmail.com
COMEDY: Gorgeous George’s Improv League (Buvez) Townie improv that invites you to bring suggestions. Wednesdays, 7 p.m. $5 suggested donation. www.flying squidcomedy.com
COMEDY: Hari Kondabolu (40 Watt Club) The Brooklyn-based comedian, writer and podcaster discusses race, inequity and Indian stereotypes. 7 p.m. (doors). $20. www.40watt.com
COMEDY: Hendershot’s Comedy (Hendershot’s) Enjoy a lineup featuring comics from Athens and Atlanta as well as newcomers. Hosted by Noell Appling. Third Wednesdays, 8 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.com
EVENTS: Athens Farmers Market (Creature Comforts Brewery) Markets offer fresh produce, flowers, eggs, meats, prepared foods, art and crafts. Live music at 6 p.m. AFM doubles SNAP dollars spent. Wednesdays, 5–8 p.m. www.athens farmersmarket.net
EVENTS: Southern Sips Happy Hour (Five and Ten) This casual social event highlights food and drink with information and fundraising for Wholesome Wave Georgia. 5–7 p.m. $25. onecau.se/ southern-sips
FILM: My Bloody Horrorcast (Flicker Theatre & Bar) Screening of the 1990 horror sci-fi film The Suckling. 7 p.m. FREE! www.flicker theatreandbar.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: Trivia Night (Normal Bar) Test your trivia knowledge. 7 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/normal. bar.7
GAMES: Classic City Trivia (The Local 706) Test your trivia knowledge with host Garrett Lennox. 7 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ ClassicCityTriviaCo
GAMES: Bad Dog Trivia (Eddie’s Calzones) Test your trivia knowledge with host Nickalous Benson. Wednesdays, 7 p.m. www.facebook. com/baddogathens
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: Playtime Express (Oconee County Library) Join a train-themed small group playtime. Registration required. Ages 3 & up. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/ oconee
KIDSTUFF: LEGO Mania (Bogart Library) Drop in to free build and create. All ages. 3–5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
KIDSTUFF: Trunk or Treat (Heard Park) Dress up for trunk or treat, pumpkin painting and a haunted house. Ages 5–12. 4:30–6 p.m. FREE! www.accgovga.myrec.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
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ART: Artist Talk (Georgia Museum of Art) Photo-based artist Tokie RomeTaylor will discuss her research and works on view. 5:30 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
ART: Opening Reception (tiny ATH gallery) Artist Adam Void’s exhibition will be on view. 6–9 p.m. FREE! www.tinyathgallery.com
ART: Open Studio (Habibi Art, Unit 4, Suite #10) Artist Christina Habibi’s work will be on view. 6–9 p.m. FREE! www.habibiart.com
ART: Opening Reception (The Classic Center) A new collection of works featuring local artists Jackie Dorsey and Caroline Ford Coleman will open in the Classic Galleries. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.classiccenter. com
CLASSES: Wine Glass Painting (Winterville Cultural Center Gallery) Local artist Yvonne Studevan will share her inspiration for her work “Waiting Patiently,” then guide participants in a wine glass painting activity. Registration required. 10 a.m. $10. 706-742-0823
CLASSES: Yoga in the Galleries (Georgia Museum of Art) Enjoy a yoga class in the art galleries led by instructors from Five Points Yoga. Open to all skill levels. Attend in person (first come, first served) or via Zoom. 6 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
COMEDY: Clown Car Comedy Tour (Onward Reserve) Comedians Scott Wharton (Kill Tony), Clay Jones and Gabe Kerr from Austin, TX invade Athens. 8 p.m. (doors). $7. www. athenscomedy.com
COMEDY: Flying Squid Improv Jam (150 Fritz Mar Lane) Improvisors of all skill levels are invited to practice and play together. 8 p.m. $5 suggested donation. www. flyingsquidcomedy.com
EVENTS: Artist Market and Benefit Show (Little Kings Shuffle Club) Browse local vendors donating half their profits and enjoy live music with proceeds benefitting Hurricane Helene relief efforts. 4–10 p.m. $10. www.instagram.com/littlekings shuffleclub
EVENTS: Fall Party (Middle Of Nowhere Farm) Enjoy live music, food vendors, camping options and more. Oct. 17–19, 5 p.m.–12 a.m. $5–30. www.facebook.com/ middleofnowherefarm
FILM: Tokusatsu Thursdays (ACC Library) Screening of the 1969 Japanese horror film Yokai Monsters: Along With Ghosts. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org
GAMES: Thursday Trivia (Johnny’s New York Style Pizza) Test your trivia knowledge with host Todd Henderson. 6:30 p.m. www.johnnys pizza.com
GAMES: UnPhiltered Trivia (Buvez) Test your trivia knowledge with host Phil. 7 p.m. www.instagram.com/ buvez_athens
KIDSTUFF: Open Play (Oconee County Library) Drop in for playtime that’s focused on encouraging early literacy and brain building. Ages 5 & under. 11 a.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
KIDSTUFF: Read to Rover (Bogart Library) Drop in to read a story to Maisy Jane and her furry friends. Ages 4 & up. 4–5 p.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/bogart
KIDSTUFF: Tween Busy Bees Hangout (Oconee County Library) Work on the Busy Bee Card with the month’s special activity. Ages 8–11. Registration required. 4 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/ oconee
KIDSTUFF: Teen Dungeons & Dragons (Bogart Library) Join the volunteer led role-playing adventure where you can fight dragons, join an army, go on a quest in distant lands or find hidden treasure. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/ bogart
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
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
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ART: Creative Aging Art Workshop (Georgia Museum of Art) Join teaching artist Toni Carlucci to discuss art in the galleries and to make art in the studio classroom. All skill levels welcome. Ages 55 & up. Registration required. 10 a.m. FREE! gmoa-tours@uga.edu
CLASSES: Moon Circle & Sound Bath (Shakti Power Yoga) Join in this practice for the Aries full moon. Registration required. 7:30 p.m. $10–15 suggested donation. www. shaktiyogaathens.com
EVENTS: Terrapin Mobile Food Pantry (Terrapin Beer Co.) First come, first serve rain or shine food distribution for those in need who meet income eligibility requirements. Third Fridays, 10 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.terrapinbeer.com
EVENTS: Fall Party (Middle Of Nowhere Farm) Enjoy live music, food vendors, camping options
and more. Oct. 17–19, 5 p.m.–12 a.m. $5–30. www.facebook.com/ middleofnowherefarm
EVENTS: Bear Holloween (Bear Hollow Zoo at Memorial Park) Celebrate Halloween with spooky delights, animal encounters and more. 5:30–8:30 p.m. $5. www. facebook.com/BearHollowZoo
EVENTS: Death & Mourning: Candlelight Tour (Athens Welcome Center) Explore how families mourned the loss of their loved ones during the Regency Era by touring a parlor and dining room adorned in mourning decor. Oct. 11, 18 & 25, 5:30–6:30 p.m. $20. www.athenswelcomecenter.com
EVENTS: Porchfest 2024 Kick-Off (Athentic Brewing Co.) Pick up your pre-ordered Porchfest merch, play Athens history trivia and grab food from Cafe Racer. 6–9 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
GAMES: Chess Club (Winterville Cultural Center) Join others for a weekly chess competition. Fridays, 6–10 p.m. FREE! www.winterville center.com
GAMES: Friday Night Initiative (Online: Tyche’s Games) Learn how to play a new roleplaying game. New players welcome. 7 p.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com
KIDSTUFF: Play All Day (Oconee County Library) Drop-in play with a variety of toys, interactive events and activities. Ages 5 & under. 10 a.m.–5 p.m. FREE! www.athens library.com/oconee
KIDSTUFF: Meet & Play (Bogart Library) Drop in for facilitated open play with age-appropriate toys. Best for ages 6 & under. Every Friday, 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athens library.org/bogart
KIDSTUFF: Homeschool Hangout (Oglethorpe Co. Library) Homeschool students can learn and interact with other families in the homeschooling community. 2 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/ oglethorpe
KIDSTUFF: Oktoberfest (Oconee County Library) Celebrate Oktoberfest with soft pretzels, rootbeer floats and a seasonal movie. Grades 6–12. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.athens library.org/oconee
KIDSTUFF: Walk Thru Boo (Lay Park) Join an outside spooky walk full of live zombies, ghouls and ghosts. Ages 6–12. 7–8 p.m. FREE! www.accgovga.myrec.com
PERFORMANCE: DanceATHENS 2024 (Morton Theatre) This annual celebration unifies the dance communities of Alabama, South Carolina and Georgia. Oct. 18, 6:30 p.m. Oct. 19, 3:30 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. $13–16. www.mortontheatre.com
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ART: Juror’s Reception (ATHICA) Juror Erin Dunn will discuss the 2024 Juried Exhibition “Compulsion.” 6–9 p.m. FREE! www. athica.org
CLASSES: Pink Pilates Fundraiser (Feel Free Yoga + Wellness) This all-levels Pilates class will benefit The Tyanna Foundation and its local outreach. 4 p.m. Donations encouraged. www.feelfreeyoga wellness.com
EVENTS: Danielsville Farmers Market (Danielsville City Hall) Browse vendors with an array of
homemade, handmade and stategrown products. 8 a.m.–12 p.m. www.danielsvillemarket.wixsite. com/farmersmarket
EVENTS: Athens Farmers Market (Bishop Park) Markets offer locally grown groceries and handmade goods with live music and children’s activities. AFM doubles SNAP dollars spent. Saturdays, 8 a.m.–12 p.m. www.athensfarmers market.net
EVENTS: Flavors of Fall Festival (Farmview Market) This annual festival kicks off the fall harvest season with live music, hay rides, a petting zoo and more. 9 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! www.farmviewmarket.com
EVENTS: TSPLOST Submission Workshop (Lay Park) Local government officials will be available to walk people through the project submission process. Oct. 19, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. FREE! www.accgov. com/tsplost
EVENTS: Free Vaccine Clinic (Athens Area Humane Society) First come, first serve vaccines for dogs and cats with proof of local residency. 9 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www. athenshumanesociety.org
EVENTS: Pumpkin Patch Fall Festival (Classic City Flowers & Nursery) Enjoy decorating stations, hayrides, s’mores, hot chocolate, a photo booth and haunted tea room. Oct. 19 & 26, 9 a.m.–6 p.m. Oct. 20 & 27, 12 p.m.–6 p.m. $10/children, $15/adults. www.classiccity flowers.com
EVENTS: Bag of Books Sale (Front Porch Bookstore) Browse books for sale. Saturdays, 10 a.m.–7 p.m. $10/bag. Front Porch Bookstore on Facebook
EVENTS: Historic Athens Heritage Walk (Contact for Location) Take a guided tour to learn the history of Athens neighborhoods like Normaltown (10 a.m.), Cobbham (12:30 p.m.) and Buena Vista (2 p.m.). Registration required. $25 each. www.historicathens.com
EVENTS: Fall Skies Planetarium Program (Sandy Creek Nature Center) Explore what will be visible in the fall sky. 10 a.m. $5 (ACC residents), $7.50 (non-residents). www.accgov.com/myrec
EVENTS: West Broad Farmers Market (Rocksprings Park Pavilion) Vendors will be on site with fresh produce, local fare, rare plants, artisan goods and more. Saturdays, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! www.athens landtrust.org/wbfm
EVENTS: Sheila Fest (Traditions of Braselton) The eighth annual festival features live music, food trucks, vendors, kids activities and more in benefit of local nonprofits. 12–11 p.m. $25 (adv.), $30. www. sheilafest.com
EVENTS: Athens Black Market (College Square Plaza) This market supports, celebrates and promotes culture and diversity featuring Black
and minority entrepreneurs. 12–5 p.m. www.aadmovement.org
EVENTS: Buzz Bash (Odum School of Ecology) The annual fundraiser for UGA Ecology will feature local food, drinks, honey and live music. 3–6 p.m. $60. ecology.uga.edu
EVENTS: Fall Party (Middle Of Nowhere Farm) Enjoy live music, food vendors, camping options and more. Oct. 17–19, 5 p.m.–12 a.m. $5–30. www.facebook.com/ middleofnowherefarm
EVENTS: Food Truck Fest (El Carretonero) Browse different food truck offerings, watch Halloween movies and enter a raffle for prizes. 6 p.m.–12 a.m. www.instagram. com/el_carretonero_athens
EVENTS: AFMDS Contra Dance (Memorial Park Administration Building) This community dance features caller Amanda and Rob Setilli and live music by Rusty Rooster String Band. No partner required. 6:30 p.m. (intro session), 7 p.m. (dance). $12 (adults), $10 (students w/ ID), 17 & under FREE! www.athensfolk.org
EVENTS: Gods and Goddesses Costume Party (Akademia Brewing Co.) Buddha Broccoli Art Gallery presents a party with live performances, vendors and a costume contest. 9 p.m. $10. www. akademiabc.com
FILM: “Over the Garden Wall” (Flicker Theatre & Bar) Screening of the animated TV series adventure. All ages. 4 p.m. FREE! www.flicker theatreandbar.com
GAMES: Pathfinder Society RPG (Tyche’s Games) Come and adventure with the Pathfinder Society. 12 p.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com
GAMES: Board Games (Bogart Library) Meet friends or make new ones while playing a variety of games. 2–4:30 p.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/bogart
GAMES: Chess Club (Oconee County Library) Drop in for open chess play for all skill levels. 3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/ oconee
KIDSTUFF: Family Day: A Perfect Model (Georgia Museum of Art) Learn about portraits while participating in fun Art Cart activities. 10 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.georgia museum.org
OUTDOORS: Rivers Alive Cleanup (Dudley Park) Join the annual Georgia Waterway Cleanup as part of the largest single volunteer effort to beautify Georgia’s water resources. 8:30 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www. accgov.com/riversalive
OUTDOORS: Night Hike (Southeast Clarke Park) Experience nature in a different light and discover local trails by moonlight. 6:45 p.m. $3 (ACC resident), $5 (non-resident). www.accgov.com/myrec
PERFORMANCE: Take Flight (East Athens Educational Dance Center) During this fall dance concert the accelerated dance program students will display their skills and talents in a variety of styles. 3 p.m. $10 (adv.), $12. www.accgov.com/ myrec
PERFORMANCE: DanceATHENS 2024 (Morton Theatre) This annual celebration unifies the dance communities of Alabama, South Carolina and Georgia. Oct. 18, 6:30 p.m. Oct. 19, 3:30 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. $13–16. www.mortontheatre. com
PERFORMANCE: Magic Hunks (Marigold Auditorium for Arts and Culture) A male revue “Most Wanted” tour. 7 p.m. $14.95 & up. www.marigoldauditorium.com
PERFORMANCE: Boobutante (40 Watt Club) Boybutante AIDS Foundation’s Halloween-themed ball returns and invites attendees to dress up. 8 p.m. (doors), 9 p.m. (show). $30. www.40watt.com
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EVENTS: Athens to Atlanta Road Skate (Downtown Athens) This 42nd annual event features a 49 mile route to Dacula and 87 miles route to Atlanta. Registration required. 7 a.m. www.a2a.net
EVENTS: Pumpkin Patch Fall Festival (Classic City Flowers & Nursery) Enjoy decorating stations, hayrides, s’mores, hot chocolate, a photo booth and haunted tea room. Oct. 19 & 26, 9 a.m.–6 p.m. Oct. 20 & 27, 12 p.m.–6 p.m. $10/children, $15/adults. www.classiccity flowers.com
EVENTS: Fall Market (Molly’s Coffee Co.) Enjoy vendors, door prizes, yoga, a photo booth, games and a food truck. 9 a.m. (yoga), 10 a.m.–3 p.m. (market). FREE! www. mollyscoffeeco.com
EVENTS: Indie South Porchfest Vendor Market (815 N Chase Street) Browse booths by artists, makers and vintage curators during Porchfest. 11 a.m.–5 p.m. www. facebook.com/historicathens
LECTURES & LIT: East German Secret Police and West German Terrorists (Oconee County Library) Historian Taylor Howard will present this lecture covering 1968–1991. 3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary. org/oconee
LECTURES & LIT: Financial Planning Series (Oconee County Library) Financial professionals Ning Pan and Greg Wheeler discuss the basics of college savings and financial aid applications. 4 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/ oconee
PERFORMANCE: Rocky Horror Picture Show (The Classic Center)
A live interactive musical comedy experience performed by a “shadow cast,” in partnership with Dancefx. 8 p.m. $20–40.50. www.classic center.com
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
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CLASSES: Improv Comedy Workshop (work.shop) Learn the basics of improvised comedy from Matt House. No experience required. 6:30 p.m. FREE! xmatthouse@ gmail.com
COMEDY: Funny Femmes (Gyro Wrap) Local comedians perform with surprise guests. The Upstairs Bar and Comedy Club. Third Mondays, 8 p.m. $7 (adv.), $10. www. instagram.com/theup_stairsbar
COMEDY: Open Mic (Wonderbar) Hosted by Owen Hunt, this is a traditional show up and go up comedy open mic. Mondays, 9 p.m. (list opens), 9:30 p.m. (show). FREE! www.instagram.com/athenscomedy
FILM: Screenagers: Elementary Edition (Athens Academy) Screening of the documentary about the impact of too much screen time, social media pressures, problems with early exposure to cell phones and more with a follow-up discus-
FILM: Monday Movie Night (Athentic Brewing Co.) Screening of the 1993 family classic Hocus Pocus, with a costume contest. 7 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing. com
GAMES: Bad Dog Trivia (LumberJaxe) Test your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Mondays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens
GAMES: General Trivia (Athentic Brewing Co.) Test your trivia knowledge. 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: Trivia with Marissa (Flicker Theatre & Bar) Test your trivia knowledge with host Marissa. 8 p.m. www.flickertheatreandbar. 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
KIDSTUFF: Tiny Tales at the Zoo (Memorial Park) Enjoy storytime, a craft and a chance to meet an ambassador animal up close. Ages 6 & under. Registration required. Mondays, 10:30 a.m. $3 (ACC resident), $5 (non-resident). www. accgov.com/myrec
KIDSTUFF: Beginner Guitar Club (Lay Park Community Center) Learn the basic fundamentals of the guitar. Registration required. Every Monday. Ages 8–11, 5:30–6:20 p.m. Ages 12–17, 6:30–7:20 p.m. $10 (ACC resident), $15 (non-resident). www.accgovga.myrec.com
KIDSTUFF: Teen D&D Club (Oconee County Library) Join a one-shot game open to all skill levels, including Dungeon Masters, with a prize drawing at the end of the evening. Grades 6–12. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
LECTURES & LIT: How the Arts Improve Health and Wellbeing (206 Aderhold Hall) The Torrance Center presents a two-day conference with breakout topics on the transformative power of music and art in nurturing community resilience. Registration required. Oct. 21, 3–6:30 p.m. Oct. 22, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! UGAartshealth2024. eventbrite.com
LECTURES & LIT: Third Monday Book Club (Oconee County Library) Discuss books chosen by the group. New members welcome. Third Mondays, 7 p.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/oconee
MEETINGS: Classic City Rotary (1430 N Chase St) The local chapter meets weekly. Mondays, 11:30 a.m. FREE! www.classiccityrotary. org
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CLASSES: Harmony English Conversation Group (Covenant Presbyterian Church) Practice speaking English in a friendly environment (11 a.m.). Improve your American English pronunciation skills (12 p.m.). Ages 18 & up. Tuesdays. FREE! marjorievmiller@gmail.com
CLASSES: ESOL (Bogart Library) Learn or polish your English skills using Mango languages online and in-person conversation. 12 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart
COMEDY: Open Toad Comedy Night (Flicker Theatre & Bar) Comedy performed by a mix of newcomers and local favorites from Athens
and Atlanta. 8:30 p.m. (doors). $7. www.flickertheatreandbar.com
EVENTS: West Broad Farmers Market and Garden (Athentic Brewing Co.) Vendors on site with fresh produce, local fare, rare plants, artisan goods and more. Second and Fourth Tuesdays, 5–8 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing. com
EVENTS: Ballroom and Brews (Athentic Brewing Co.) Learn a new ballroom dance style each month, then dance the night away. Fourth Tuesdays, 6–7 p.m. (lesson). 7–9 p.m. (open dance). www.athentic brewing.com
FILM: Cats 2 (Flicker Theatre & Bar) Attaboy Tapes presents the multimedia musical featuring live action, animation, puppets and original songs. 7 p.m. FREE! www. flickertheatreandbar.com
GAMES: Lunch and Learn New Games (Tyche’s Games) Come down with your lunch and try out some new games. 11:30 a.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com
GAMES: Bad Dog Trivia (Eddie’s Calzones) Test your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Tuesdays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddog athens
GAMES: Classic City Trivia (Akademia Brewing Co.) Test your trivia knowledge with host Garrett Lennox. 7 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ ClassicCityTriviaCo
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
GAMES: UnPhiltered Trivia (Mellow Mushroom) Test your trivia knowledge with host Phil. 7 p.m. www. facebook.com/MellowMushroom Athens
GAMES: Trivia Night (Hi-Lo Lounge) Test your trivia knowledge. 8 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ hilolounge
KIDSTUFF: Storytime (Oconee County Library) Drop in and join Ms. Jera for rhymes, songs, movement, a story and a craft. Ages 5 & under. 11 a.m. & 12 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
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: How the Arts Improve Health and Wellbeing (206 Aderhold Hall) The Torrance Center presents a two-day conference with breakout topics on the transformative power of music and art in nurturing community resilience. Registration required. Oct. 21, 3–6:30 p.m. Oct. 22, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! UGAartshealth2024. eventbrite.com
LECTURES & LIT: A Conversation with Senator Saxby Chambliss and General Arnold Punaro (UGA Special Collections Library) Hear an insightful conversation on the state of American foreign policy and national defense in 2024 and beyond. 11 a.m. FREE! libs.uga.edu
LECTURES & LIT: America in the World: Challenges and Opportunities (UGA Special Collections Library) UGA professors Gary Bertsch and Loch Johnson discuss the context of contemporary American foreign policy and international affairs. 4 p.m. FREE! libs.uga.edu
LECTURES & LIT: A New Era For Music and Art in Service of Community Healing (UGA Chapel) This lecture will show examples of work with children in flash points in Ukraine and the Middle East, and report on new technologies being developed for disabled artists. 4 p.m. FREE! shelley.downs@uga. edu
LECTURES & LIT: Mystery Book Club (Bogart Library) Join Dr. Penny Mills to discuss what books the group will read over the next year. 5:30–6:30 p.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/bogart
LECTURES & LIT: Artist Talk & Book Signing (Avid Bookshop) Author Neesha Powell-Ingabire will read from their newest book Come By Here: A Memoir in Essays from Georgia’s Geechee Coast. 7 p.m. $5. www.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. Second and fourth Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing. com
PERFORMANCE: Rabbit Box Storytelling (VFW Post 2872) This month’s storytelling theme is “Scared Stiff” with eight people sharing their creepiest true-life experiences. 7–9 p.m. $10. www. rabbitbox.org
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CLASSES: Salsa Dancing (El Carretonero) Join SALSAthens for Cuban salsa lessons meeting a variety of dance abilities. Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. (advanced), 7:30 p.m. (beginner/intermediate). $10. SALS AthensDancing@gmail.com
COMEDY: Gorgeous George’s Improv League (Buvez) Townie improv that invites you to bring suggestions. Wednesdays, 7 p.m. $5 suggested donation. www.flying squidcomedy.com
EVENTS: Athens Farmers Market (Creature Comforts Brewery) Markets offer fresh produce, flowers, eggs, meats, prepared foods, art and crafts. Live music at 6 p.m. AFM doubles SNAP dollars spent. Wednesdays, 5–8 p.m. www.athens farmersmarket.net
FILM: Club Ned Anime Society (Oconee County Library) Join club members to watch and discuss episodes of “Paranoia Agent,” “Assassination Classroom” and “Domestic Girlfriend.” 6–8 p.m. FREE! www. animefandom.org
FILM: Three Star Cinema (Flicker Theatre & Bar) Screening of the 1982 horror thriller film Litan. 7 p.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreand bar.com
GAMES: Shadowfist Power Lunch (Tyche’s Games) Come down with your lunch and play Shadowfist. New players welcome. 12 p.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com
GAMES: Trivia Night (Normal Bar) Test your trivia knowledge. 7 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/normal. bar.7
GAMES: Classic City Trivia (The Local 706) Test your trivia knowledge with host Garrett Lennox. 7 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ ClassicCityTriviaCo
GAMES: Bad Dog Trivia (Eddie’s Calzones) Test your trivia knowledge with host Nickalous Benson. Wednesdays, 7 p.m. www.facebook. com/baddogathens
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: Parachute Playtime (Oconee County Library) Join the librarians for engaging parachute activities followed by open play. 11 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary. com/oconee
KIDSTUFF: LEGO Mania (Bogart Library) Drop in to free build and create with others. All ages. 3–5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/ bogart 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.
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 Dec. 15, Mar. 15, June 15 and Sept. 15. Apply online. www. athensarts.org/support
ART MART CALL FOR ARTISTS AND VENDORS (Lyndon House Arts Center) Applications are now open for fine artists and craftspeople to participate in the indoor 2025 Art Market. All mediums welcome. Free to apply. $60 (vendor fee). Deadline Jan. 15. Event held May 17, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. www.lyndon houseartsfoundation.com
ARTIST IN RESIDENCE PROGRAM
(Lyndon House Arts Center) The AIR Program provides participants with a semi-private workspace, access to the center’s seven open studios and a $250 stipend. Rising professional and studio-based artists are invited to apply. Artists will be expected to
present their work in a workshop or artist talk and will be invited to take part in a group exhibition with other AIR Program alumni. Applications are reviewed Apr. 20 for residencies beginning July 1 and Sept. 20 for residencies beginning Jan. 1. www. accgov.com/lyndonhouse BIPOC ARTIST/CURATOR PROJECT OPEN CALL (Lyndon House Arts Center) Seeking BIPOC individuals residing in Georgia to develop an art exhibition to be on display for 6–8 weeks at the LHAC. A stipend of $1,500 is provided. www.accgov. com/9799/ArtistCurator CALL FOR COLLECTORS (Lyndon House Arts Center) The LHAC’s “Collections from our Community” series features unique collections of objects found in the closets, cabinets and shelves of Athenians. Email if interested in displaying your collection. shelby.little@ accgov.com
JOKERJOKERTV CALL FOR ARTISTS (Online) JOKERJOKERtv is actively accepting proposals for collaboration from visual, musical and video artists and curators living
art around town
1000 FACES (510 N. Thomas St.) Recent abstract paintings by Hannah Jones. Through November.
ACE/FRANCISCO GALLERY (675 Pulaski St., Suite 1500) “Murmur Trestle: Photographs by Jason Thrasher” shares images from a new book of photos taken during different seasons over the course of six years. • “Grit Portraits: Paintings by Tobiah Cole” includes portraits of some of the artist’s friends from his many years at The Grit.
ATHENAEUM (287 W. Broad St.) In “Fission Or, Eclipse,” New York-based artist Rose Salane uses seemingly mundane objects to explicate systems of evaluation, exchange and organization that shape daily life. Through Nov. 23.
ATHENS-CLARKE COUNTY LIBRARY (2025 Baxter St.) Evan Michael Bush’s “Death Becomes Him” includes a whimsical and macabre series of oil paintings depicting dapper skeletons alongside spooky pen and ink illustrations. Through Nov. 2.
ATHENS INSTITUTE FOR CONTEMPORARY ART: ATHICA (675 Pulaski St.) “COMPULSION: 2024 Juried Exhibition” features contemporary art in all media from across the country and beyond. Juror’s Reception Oct. 19, 6–8 p.m. Artists’ Roundtable Discussion, Nov. 24, 4–6 p.m. On view Oct. 17–Nov. 24.
ATHICA@CINÉ GALLERY (234 W. Hancock Ave.) “Garden of Dreams” features photographs by Austin Emerson, whose darkroom-based practice centers the alchemy of the process in the resulting images. Through Oct. 25. CLASSIC CENTER (300 N. Thomas St.) On view in Classic Gallery I, “Legendary Georgia Musicians in Watercolor” is Jackie Dorsey’s homage to musicians who have called Georgia their home. • In Classic Gallery II, “Linnentown Then and Now: The Johnsons” includes portraits by Caroline Ford Coleman. Opening Reception Oct. 17, 6–8 p.m. DODD GALLERIES (270 River Rd.) In “Shape Shifting,” Dodd MFA alum Joe Camoosa uses images from his favorite sketchbook to present a colorful grid. Through Nov. 7. • The 2024 Margie E. West Prize Winner Exhibition, “Hong Hong: Inland,” examines the body as a closed ecological system, where various materials continually interact to sustain and regenerate itself. Through Nov. 7. • “Gabrielle Barnett: Desirable” explores the internalization of fatphobia. Through Nov. 7. • “Samuel Horgan: Endoscope” stages a series of encounters with subterranean space through scale models, drawings and video. Through Nov. 7. • “MEAT-a-physics” considers Western domesticity through meat and domestic objects that function as symbols for the individual. Through Nov. 7.
DONDEROS’ KITCHEN (590 N. Milledge Ave.) Susan Pelham’s collages are inspired by Magic Realism, Surrealism, nursery rhymes, fables and more. Through October.
FESTIVAL HALL (201 N. Main St., Greensboro) The “Georgia Watercolor Society Member Exhibition” features around 80 watercolors by artists from across Georgia and the Southeast. Through Oct. 26.
FLICKER THEATRE & BAR (263 W. Washington St.) The annual Halloween art show features spooky works by Dan Smith, Marisa Mustard, Rachel
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
OCAF HOLIDAY MARKET CALL FOR ARTISTS (Oconee Cultural Arts Foundation) The 30th annual holiday market is seeking original handmade works like pottery, paintings, fiber art, stained and fused glass jewelry and more.The market will be held Nov. 22 from 4–8 p.m., Nov. 23–10 a.m.–5 p.m. and Nov. 24 from 10 a.m.–3 p.m. www.ocaf. com/ocaf-annual-holiday-market
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
Classes
A COURSE OF LOVE (Unity Athens Church) Learn a positive path for spiritual living based on A Course in Miracles. Wednesdays, 10–11:30 a.m. FREE! www.unity athens.com
ACCENT REDUCTION CLASS (Covenant Presbyterian Church) Improve your American English pronunciation skills. For ages 18 and up. Tuesdays, 12 p.m. FREE! marjoriemiller@gmail.com
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 abstract art in aqua oils (three-week class Oct. 16, Oct. 23 and Oct. 30), gouache (Oct. 20 or Dec. 14), drawing (Oct. 27 or Dec. 1), calligraphy (Nov. 17), watercolor (Dec. 1) and holiday postcards in watercolor (Dec. 10 or Dec. 12). Register online. www.kaartist.com
BLACKSMITHING CLASSES (Greenhow Handmade, Washington) A
Burnham, Will Eskridge, Sara Kirkpatrick, Jesse Blalock, David Mack, Joey Weiser, Tim Root, Lenny Sandvick and others. Through October. GEORGIA MUSEUM OF ART (90 Carlton St.) Atlanta photographer Tokie Rome-Taylor presents an installation of work in the permanent collection galleries. Artist Talk Oct. 17, 5:30 p.m. • “A Perfect Model: Prints after Anthony van Dyck’s Portraits” presents prints that attest to Van Dyck’s lasting impact as a printmaker and portraitist. Through Dec. 1. • Organized in conjunction with the American Liszt Festival at UGA’s Hugh Hodgson School of Music in October 2024, “Saint Petersburg as Franz Liszt Saw It” features works on paper that show Russia at the time of the Hungarian composer and pianist’s visits in the 1840s. Through Dec. 1. • Shot through the windows from inside Waffle House restaurants across the Southeast, Micah Cash’s photographs in “Waffle House Vistas” contemplate the built and natural environments. Through June 1. • “Mind the Gap: Selections from the Permanent Collection” explores the spaces between tradition and innovation in art. Through Dec. 1. • “Joel Sternfeld: When It Changed” includes portraits taken at the 2005 United Nations Climate Change Conference. Through Dec. 1. • “The Artist as Witness” includes works from the museum’s permanent collection that serve as visual responses to Joel Sternfeld’s exhibition. Through Dec. 1. • “On Wonder and Witnessing at Tallulah Falls” places a 1841 painting by George Cooke alongside contemporary photographs by Caitlin Peterson. Through Jan. 12.
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.) Paintings by Marisa Mustard. Through October. • Nirvinyl Album Art presents “Room by Room (Part two): Living Room/Dining Room.” Through Nov. 15.
HOTEL INDIGO (500 College Ave.) Vivian Liddell shares “Athens Landscapes,” a series of monotypes based on photographs taken around town over the past several years. Through November.
JUST PHO… AND MORE (1063 Baxter St.) Susie Criswell presents a collection of bold nature paintings. Through November.
LYNDON HOUSE ARTS CENTER (211 Hoyt St.) The Window Works series presents a site-specific artwork by Atlanta artist Michael Reese that questions the perception of the Black Body against cyanotype photography popular with architectural blueprints. Through spring 2025. • Leonard Piha’s solo exhibition features mixed-media sculptures set within one-gallon glass jugs, drawing on the deep history of bottle whimseys, an art form spread in the U.S. by self-taught craftsmen. Through Nov. 15. • Collections From the Community presents Ahndhi Stitcha’s VHS tape collection. Moving Screening Nov. 7, 6 p.m. Through Nov. 16. • “Inspired: Artworks by Students of the Clarke County School District Inspired by Athens Creatives” was envisioned as a way to foster a connection between local artists and students. Opening Reception Oct. 15, 6–8 p.m. Currently on view through Jan. 18.
OCONEE CULTURAL ARTS FOUNDATION (34 School St., Watkinsville) Lisa Freeman’s exhibition “So Much More” addresses the limitations frequently imposed on women in a patriarchal society. Closing Reception Nov. 1, 5–7 p.m. • This year’s annual juried exhibition “SouthWorks” was juried by
variety of blacksmithing classes include “Forge Bottle Openers” (Oct. 18), “Forge Grilling Tools” (Oct. 19), “Forge a Railroad Spike Knife” (Oct. 25 or Nov. 8), “First Time at the Forge: Three Hook Rack” (Oct. 26 or Nov. 16), “Forge a Firepoker” (Nov. 1), “Forge Christmas Ornaments” (Nov. 2 or Nov. 15), “Forge a Tomahawk” (Nov. 9) and “Forge a Medieval Flail” (Nov. 22). Classes held 10 a.m.–5 p.m. $150. www.greenhow handmade.com
CANOPY CLASSES & SCHOLARSHIPS (Canopy Studio) Canopy offers a variety of trapeze and aerial arts classes for children and adults. Scholarships and financial aid are available. outreach@canopystudio. org, www.canopystudio.org/ outreach/scholarships
COOKING CLASSES (Athens Cooks) “Ricotta Gnocchi Dinner” will be held Oct. 16, 6–8 p.m. $103. “Ceviche Celebration” will be held Oct. 17, 6–8 p.m. $103. “Bao Bliss: Making Steamed Bao Buns” will be held Oct. 23, 6–8 p.m. $103. Register online. www.athenscooks.com
DANCE CLASSES (East Athens Educational Dance Center) The center offers classes in ballet, hip hop, jazz, modern and tap. Lunch time classes are available for adults including “Pilates & Dance Conditioning” on Wednesdays at noon. www.accgov.com/myrec
MINDFUL SPIRIT WORK (Sangha Yoga Studio) Rebecca Shisler Marshall leads a four-week program blending mindfulness, shamanic journeying, connection with spirit guides and hypnosis to deepen your self-awareness and spiritual
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
PLEIN ART SKETCHING (Winterville Cultural Center) Jack Burk leads a six-week outdoor nature class utilizing pen, pastels, colored pencils or watercolor. Wednesdays and Fridays, Oct. 16-Nov. 1, 1–3 p.m. $15/class, $75/series. www. wintervillecenter.com
QPR SUICIDE PREVENTION TRAINING (Nuçi’s Space) Nuçi’s 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. Sessions held Nov. 1 or Dec. 11, 9–11:30 a.m. qpr@nuci.org, www. nuci.org/qpr
RUBBER PEOPLE SOUL YOGA (work.shop) Cal Clements teaches classes that include gratitude, breath, flexibility poses, strength building and some chanting of Om. Mondays and Wednesdays, 10–11:30 a.m. Donations accepted. www.rubberpeoplesoulyoga.com
SALSA CLASSES (Multiple Locations) UGA Salsa Club hosts “Level 1: Foundational Movements & Partner Work” for students with no prior dancing experience. No partner required. Held in Adinkra Hall (Memorial Hall 407). Sundays through Nov. 24, 3–3:45 p.m. (No class Nov. 3, Nov. 17.) FREE! www. ugasalsaclub.com. TIMBAthens
William Eiland, who served as director of the Georgia Museum of Art from 1992–2023. Through Nov. 1.
OCONEE LIBRARY (1925 Electric Ave., Watkinsville) Members of the Athens Area Plein Air group share their works. Through Oct. 30. OX FINE ART (675 Pulaski St., Suite 1700) Artwork by the late Art Rosenbaum, a painter, muralist, professor, and collector and performer of traditional American folk music.
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 series of hand-carved coconut vessels.
STATE BOTANICAL GARDEN OF GEORGIA (2450 S. Milledge Ave) “Tiny Wonders” presents macro photography of local plants, insects and other tiny creatures by Heather Larkin, Don Hunter, Diego Huet, Bill Sheehan, Sandy Shaul and Rosemary Woodel. Through Nov. 12.
STEFFEN THOMAS MUSEUM OF ART (4200 Bethany Rd., Buckhead) “Queer Perspectives” is a juried exhibition featuring work by 13 Georgiabased artists including Yousef Bousheri, Perrine Gaudry, Rial Rye, Ezra Witkowski and Clint Zeagler. Through Jan. 4.
TIGER’S EYE GALLERY (675 Pulaski St., Suite 1600) Celebrated poet, Rumi translator and UGA professor emeritus Coleman Barks shares a collection of new works on paper alongside pieces by Ben Rouse, Mark Magnarella, Marla Star, Jamie DeRevere, Jessica Magnarella and Noah Mendelson. Poetry Reading and Closing Reception Oct. 27, 4 p.m.
TINY ATH GALLERY (174 Cleveland Ave.) “Disposable Society: Adam Void” includes art by a multidisciplinary creator from Black Mountain, NC, inspired by the devastation of Hurricane Helene. Opening Reception Oct. 17, 6–9 p.m.
UGA PERFORMING ARTS CENTER LOBBY GALLERY (230 River Rd.) In “Low Anchored Cloud/Spring Hoax,” Joseph Peragine, director of the Lamar Dodd School of Art at UGA, explores themes of life and death through two distinct bodies of work. Through Dec. 21.
UGA SPECIAL COLLECTIONS LIBRARIES (300 S. Hull St.) “Athens Potluck” revisits Jason Thrasher’s 2017 book that includes portraits of 33 musicians at home or in the studio.The exhibition includes photographs, stories, loaned items from the featured musicians and items from the music collections of the Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library. Through December. • “Bulldog Olympians” celebrates over 200 UGA athletes who have competed for Team USA or their home countries through photographs and artifacts. Curator Talks Nov. 15 and Nov. 22.
UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP OF ATHENS CLEMENTS GALLERY (780 Timothy Rd.) Lori Hammer presents “Enhanced Paintings from Photos.” Through Jan. 2.
WINTERVILLE CULTURAL CENTER GALLERY (371 N. Church St., Winterville) “First Annual Juried Exhibition” featuring selections from the gallery’s inaugural juried show. Through Oct. 30. • “Wonders of Watercolor” including works from the W.O.W. OCAF artists group. Through Oct. 30.
WINTERVILLE LIBRARY (115 Marigold Lane, Winterville) Leslie Guo’s exhibition, “Colors of Water,” explores the fluid beaty and endless possibilities of water as both subject and medium. Through Nov. 1.
hosts “Level 2: Partner Work & Foundations of Rueda I” for students who want to learn Cuban style. Held at YWCO Sundays through Dec. 15, 4:30–5:25 p.m. (No class Oct. 20).
$10/class. www.timbathens.com
TRADITIONAL MARTIAL ARTS
CLASSES (Live Oak Martial Arts) Traditional and modern-style Taekwondo, self-defense, grappling and weapons classes are offered for all ages. Classes in Jodo, the art of the Japanese staff and sword, are held Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 7 p.m. Visit the website for a full schedule. www.liveoak martialarts.com
WREATH WORKSHOP (Bishop Park)
Make a festive wreath with Diamond Hill Farm using dried flowers, grapevine, greenery and more. Registration required. Oct. 19, 9–11 a.m. $50. www.diamondhillfarm athens.com
Help Out
ATHENS RIVERS ALIVE (Athens, GA) Help remove litter from streams, creeks and rivers as part of a continuing statewide campaign to clean and preserve over 70,000 miles of Georgia’s rivers and streams. Now registering. Georgia Waterway Cleanup held Oct. 19. www.accgov.com/RiversAlive
CALL FOR FORMAL WEAR DONATIONS (Oconee Library) The library is accepting donations of any formal wear and accessories for its annual Bling Your Prom event as well as the Purple Women Corporation partnership program with the Athens Area Women’s Shelter’s One Night with the King event. www.athens library.org/location/oconee
HOLIDAY TREE (Athens, GA) ACC Landscape Division is seeking a donated tree to place in front of City Hall for the holiday season. Must be at least 35 feet high and 20 feet wide. 706-613-3561
MULTIPLE CHOICES VOLUNTEERS
(Multiple Choices Center for Independent Living) Seeking volunteers to assist a nonprofit agency that serves individuals living with disabilities throughout a 10-country area of Northeastern Georgia. Contact Daniel Myers at 706-850-4025 or dmyers@multiplechoices.us
PET FOOD PANTRY (Animal Services Adoption Center) The Animal Services community pet food pantry provides pet food to ACC residents at no cost. Donations always welcome. Monday–Saturday, 11 a.m.–4 p.m. Sundays, 12–3 p.m. www.accgov.com/adoptioncenter
SEEKING BOARD MEMBERS (Bigger Vision of Athens) The nonprofit homeless shelter Bigger Vision of
Athens, Inc. is seeking new members for its board of directors. The application is available online. the biggervisionshelter@gmail.com, www.bvoa.org/boardmember
SEEKING BOARD MEMBERS (Morton Theatre Corporation) The Morton Theatre Corporation is seeking new members for its board of directors and volunteers. The application is available online. board@morton theatre.com, www.mortontheatre. com/join-the-board
SEEKING VOLUNTEERS (ACC Landfill) Volunteers are needed to assist with parking and traffic control, children’s activities, set up and clean up at the annual Vulture Festival. Event held Oct. 26, 6:30 a.m.–12 p.m. www.givepulse.com/ event/502550
TRAIL GUIDING (Sandy Creek Nature Center) Volunteers lead small groups of children on hikes around the nature center trails and emphasize the lesson for the day by incorporating things found on the hike. Register online. accgov. givepulse.com/event/379177-TrailGuides-Training
Kidstuff
ART CARD CLUB FOR PRE-TEENS AND TEENS (K.A. Artist Shop) Draw, paint, collage and create your own collection of art cards. Materials provided. Fridays, 6–7:30 p.m. $28/drop-in, $200 (10 classes). www.kaartist.com
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
BRELLA ACTIVITIES (’BRELLA STUDIO) After-school art lessons for ages 6–11 include drawing and mixed media activities and are held Monday and Tuesday afternoons. Family Playgroups are for ages 0–5 and their caregivers. Check website for descriptions and meeting times. www.brellastudio.com/events FALL CLASSES (Treehouse Kid & Craft) Treehouse offers a variety of art-centric activities for children, such as “Art School,” “Toddler/ Baby Process Art,” “Digital Art Designer,” “Open Studio,” “Art School Junior,” “Saturday Morning Crafts” and more. Check website for schedule and details. www. treehousekidandcraft.com
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
Support Groups
ACA ADULT CHILDREN OF ALCOHOLICS AND DYSFUNCTIONAL FAMILIES (Holy Cross Lutheran Church) This support group meets weekly. Tuesdays, 6:30–7:30 p.m. annetteanelson@gmail.com
ATHENS COUNCIL OF THE BLIND (Athens, GA) Open to people of all ages with vision impairments, their families and friends. Topics include adaptive equipment, recreational and social opportunities, and advo-
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
POLYAMORY SUPPORT GROUP (Revolution Therapy and Yoga) This open support group for adults practicing or considering polyamory or nonmonogamy discusses navigating jealousy, polysaturation, relationships with metamours and polyamorous parenting. Thursdays, 6:30–7:30 p.m. $10 donation. www.revolutiontherapyandyoga.com
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
cacy. 706-424-2794, dlwahlers@ gmail.com
BRAIN INJURY SUPPORT GROUP
(St. Mary’s Hospital, 5th Floor Therapy Room) This support group for survivors of traumatic head injury, their families, friends and caregivers offers friendship, information about resources and opportunities for advocacy. Every third Monday, 4:30–6 p.m. Contact Floretta
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
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
ANNUAL BIRDSEED SALE (Sandy Creek Nature Center) A variety of bird seed is available in multiple sizes. Proceeds benefit Sandy Creek Nature Center, Inc. Place orders by Oct. 20. Pick-up Nov. 8–9. www.sandycreeknaturecenter inc.org/bird-seed-sale
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 CALL FOR PHOTOS (Athens, GA) Submit water or nature-themed photos taken in Athens-Clarke County to be considered in the Stormwater Management Program’s annual calendar. www.accgov.com/stormwater
DIAL-A-POEM (Athens, GA) Call 762-400-POEM (or 762-400-7636) to hear selections from Athens current Poet Laureate Mikhayla Robinson Smith and inaugural Poet Laureate Jeff Fallis. www.athens culturalaffairs.org
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
DOWNTOWN PARADE OF LIGHTS
Office, part of the ACCGov Communications Department, recently launched a new database to showcase potential local sites that could be considered for film, TV or other production projects. Residents and business owners can add photos and information. www.athensgafilm office.com
FREE MEDICAL CLINICS (Nuçi’s Space) Free medical clinics are available to people without insurance through the AU/UGA Medical Partnership. Call to reserve a spot. Translators available. Nov. 4 and Dec. 2. 706-227-1515, www.nuci. org/additional-health-services
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
SEEKING MUSIC (Athens, GA) Seeking music submissions for the third season of “View Finders,” a locally produced TV series that will air on national PBS. Music can vary from electronic, ambient, hip hop, folk, Americana, rock, country, blues, classical and beyond. Contact for submission form. www.viewfinders ontv.com
SEEKING POLL WORKERS (Athens, GA) The Elections Department is seeking residents to serve as poll workers for the Nov. 5 general election. www.accgov.com/pollworker
SEVENTH GENERATION (Healing Path Farm) Seventh Generation Native American Church hosts gatherings on Sundays at 11 a.m., Men’s Group on Tuesdays at 6 p.m., and Women’s Circle every second and fourth Wednesday at 6 p.m. www.seventhgeneration nativeamericanchurch.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
(Downtown Athens) Seeking floats and performing units for this year’s annual holiday parade. This year’s theme is “Run, Run Rudolph.” Prizes awarded. Deadline Nov. 5, 5 p.m. Event held Dec. 5. www. accgov.com/parade
FALL PROGRAM REGISTRATION (Athens, GA) The Leisure Services Department offers a diverse selection of activities highlighting the arts, environmental science, recreation, sports and holiday events for both adults and children. Now registering. www.accgov.com/myrec
FILM LOCATION DIRECTORY (Athens, GA) The Athens Film
TURNTABLE REVOLVING LOAN FUND (Athens, GA) The Joint Development Authority of AthensClarke County and the City of Winterville has created a new program to provide low-interest, 30-month loans for small businesses. www. investathensga.com
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
“Death Becomes Him,” a series of oil paintings by Evan Michael Bush, is currently on view at the Athens-Clarke County Library through Nov. 2.
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YARD SALES
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MUSIC ANNOUNCEMENTS
Join us for a not-so-spooky Parents’ Night Out on Oct 25, 6-8:30pm! We’ll have music, pizza, games, and crafts! Learn more at MeritMusicAcademy com!
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 athensschoolof music com 706-543-5800
INSTRUMENTS
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MUSIC SERVICES
Instant cash is now being paid for good vinyl records & CDs in fine condition Wuxtry Records at corner of Clayton & College Dwntn 706-369-9428
SERVICES
HOME AND GARDEN
Woman-Run Gardening Services: We offer garden clean-up/maintenance, invasive plant removal, raised beds, personalized native/edible gardens for home/business and more! Call/Text: 706-395-5321
Need old newspapers? We have plenty here at Flagpole! Call 706-549-0301
MISC. SERVICES
If you are in crisis due to domestic violence, call Project Safe for help 706543-3331 project-safe org
Juvenile Offender Advocates Seeking volunteer advocates and interns to make a difference in a juvenile offender’s life juvenileoffenderadvocateinc org
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NOTICES
ORGANIZATIONS
Halloween Fest at Holy Cross Lutheran Church
Oct 27 from 4-6pm Trunk or treat, cake walk, games, free food, and more! 800 Westlake Dr Athens
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Registration is open for the Classic City Marathon, Athena Half Marathon, and the Marathon Relay on Jan 25, 2025 classiccitymarathon squarespace com
The Food Bank of Northeast Georgia accepts food donations between 8am-3pm Mon-Fri Volunteer opportunities available! foodbanknega org
The Not-Too-Spooky Organ Concert at Athens First United Methodist Church is back on Oct 20 at 6pm FREE!
