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Music Dance and RESURRECTION

Thursday, April 17 7:30 p.m. Hodgson Concert Hall

ARCO Chamber Orchestra and the UGA Dance Ensemble collaborate to create an evening highlighting the intricate relationship between music and dance.

$20 - Adults | $3 - UGA student with valid ID

Thursday, April 24 7:30 p.m.

Hodgson Concert Hall UGA

Over 300 student musicians combine for Mahler’s Symphony No. 2, the first to establish his lifelong view of the beauty of afterlife and resurrection.

$20 - Adults | $3 - UGA student with valid ID

“It’s Been a Brass!”Join us for the British Brass Band performance with bandmaster Philip Smith and special guests the Georgia Brass Quintet.

“Opera in Bloom” features scenes from recognizable opera by Mozart, Donizetti, Gilbert and Sullivan, and many more!

Tuesday, April

“Because of You” featuring UGA Wind Symphony and Symphonic Band, plus speakers and a resources fair to support mental wellness.

Alicia Nickles

Larry Tenner

ADVERTISING SALES Libba Beaucham, Dave Martin

EDITORIAL COORDINATOR Sam Lipkin

CITY EDITOR Blake Aued

MUSIC EDITOR Sam Lipkin

ARTS & CULTURE COORDINATOR Lauren Leathers

OFFICE MANAGER & DISTRIBUTION MANAGER Jennifer Keene

CLASSIFIED ADS & CALENDAR COORDINATOR Jennifer Keene

AD DESIGNERS Chris McNeal, Cody Robinson

CONTRIBUTORS Hillary Brown, Gordon Lamb, Rebecca McCarthy

CARTOONISTS Missy Kulik, David Mack, Klon Waldrip, Joey Weiser

CIRCULATION Jennifer Bray, Charles Greenleaf, Joe Rowe

EDITORIAL & OFFICE INTERN Mary Beth Bryan

PHOTOGRAPHERS Kat Wood, Jake Zerkel

SPECIAL AGENT Pete McCommons

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City Dope

While GDOT and ACC staff have either worked out agreements with owners or initiated proceedings to clear titles for most of the properties around the roundabouts, the reference to “eminent domain” alarmed Thornton. “I don’t do eminent domain unless I know what we’re eminent domaining,” she said. The properties involved have been known for several years and were clearly laid out in the packet given to commissioners and the public before meetings.

Acting Manager Brad Griffin told the commission that there is only a small piece of land near the corner of Broad and Minor streets that needs to be acquired in order to relocate a sidewalk.

“It’s going to affect that gentleman’s business, what we’re going to do with the sidewalk and stuff, so that’s an issue for me,” Fisher said.

According to Commissioner Patrick Davenport, the business in question is a paint shop where a wall will need to be relocated in a front parking lot that is already difficult to access due to Broad Street traffic. “The business won’t go under,” Davenport said.

He still voted no, joined by commissioners Tiffany Taylor, Fisher, Johnson, Culpepper and Thornton. Hamby then quickly moved to delay the vote by one week, which passed 9–1, Taylor opposing.

EQUITY RESOLUTION: After months of drama, the commission voted 8–2 to approve a resolution listing its racial equity accomplishments so far and more goals for the future. At issue was whether a resolution meant anything and whether a resolution could be turned into an ordinance that carries the force of law. However, it became clear that no one behind the rail had taken the initiative to turn the resolution into a law, if it were even possible to do so. Originally proposed by the Athens Anti-Discrimination Movement, the resolution became so divisive that co-author Fisher said at a previous meeting that it wasn’t worth the paper it was printed on.

Davenport made a motion to approve the resolution and assign the commission’s Legislative Review Committee to look at the procedure for introducing resolutions. Johnson made a substitute motion, seconded by Thornton, to reject the resolution. Culpepper, Taylor and Fisher joined them.

Girtz broke the tie, and Davenport’s original motion passed 8–2, with Johnson and Thornton opposed.

GAINES SCHOOL ROAD: The commission voted unanimously to hold a rezoning request for 69 townhouses, 10 accessory dwelling units and 10,000 square feet of commercial space on 7 acres at 450 Gaines School Road, across from the Cedar Creek subdivision. The developer requested the delay because it appeared the rezoning was going to be voted down, based on comments commissioners made at their March agenda- setting meeting. Nearby residents opposed the development because of concerns about traffic and density.

ELECTRIC VEHICLES: Taylor, Fisher and Johnson voted against spending $5 million to buy electric vehicles for the county fleet with funds voters agreed to set aside for that very purpose. This was despite assistant manager Andrew Saunders telling them that there was a backlog of $10

million in purchasing vehicles, and Girtz explaining that the Transportation Special Option Local Sales Tax, approved by threequarters of Athens voters, obligated them to buy electric vehicles. “As a matter of T- SPLOST law, T- SPLOST requires that we make the purchase,” Girtz said.

COMMISSIONERS CLASH: Thornton launched several broadsides against Link during the meeting, including implying that the Saye Building settlement was Link’s fault. “You let folks who represent you, represent you in a very narcissistic, nasty way,” Thornton told demolition opponents. (Though not always enforced by the mayor, commission rules prevent commissioners from addressing each other directly.) “… Don’t come to me and expect me to clean up the mess when you let other folk make the mess.” Link represents downtown and led the charge for creating the West Downtown Historic District.

Earlier, Thornton took offense to a comment Link made about Republican state legislators who supposedly wanted more diversity on the county commission turning around and taking the power to appoint the board of elections away from a commission with five Black members.

“I am really kind of getting mixed messages from my colleague Commissioner Link,” Thornton said. “She almost made it sound like the fact that we got more Black representation was a bad thing.”

Girtz gave Link an opportunity to respond. “I’m just expressing my confusion at the intent of our Republican state legislators who redrew our district maps, putting forth that they wanted more minority representation on this body, and now that we have it, they want to take that power away from us. I am extremely confused at the hypocrisy of those representatives,” Link said.

“Commissioner Link confuses me all the time,” Thornton responded. “The issues that we deal with is because of Commissioner Link, unnecessarily. I’m not going to make this personal, but the same things we accuse our Republican elected officials, we do it here on this commission.” [Blake Aued]

Superintendent Announces Retirement

Clarke County School District Superintendent Robbie Hooker announced Monday, Mar. 31 that he will retire effective June 30. The Clarke County Board of Education held a called meeting that Monday to discuss personnel matters. There was no previous indication that Hooker intended to retire.

According to a press release, the BOE will discuss the process for hiring a new superintendent at another closed meeting on Apr. 17.

Hooker’s retirement means the BOE will soon have to hire its fifth superintendent in eight years. Philip Lanoue, who served for seven years, resigned in 2017 after a sexual assault scandal at Cedar Shoals High School. UGA professor Jack Parish served as interim superintendent until the board hired Demond Means from Milwaukee. His acrimonious tenure ended in 2020, with chief of staff Xernona Thomas replacing him. She left after a health scare in 2022. Hooker, a former Clarke Central principal who had been leading the Social Circle school system, replaced Thomas, and received a contract extension just last year.

Hooker appeared to have CCSD on the right track by raising test scores, improving schools’ rankings on state metrics, opening new school-based health clinics, introducing a new reading curriculum and forming partnerships with the Athens- Clarke County government on after- school programs.

“On behalf of the Board of Education, I want to express my gratitude for Dr. Hooker’s leadership. His focus on maintaining high expectations for all students and his commitment to providing both resources and support for our teachers and staff has been instrumental in moving CCSD forward,” BOE President Mumbi Anderson said in a news release. “As we plan for Dr. Hooker’s departure, we will continue building on the strong foundation he has laid to ensure a smooth transition for our students, educators, and families. Thank you, Dr. Hooker, for your tireless efforts and unwavering commitment to the Clarke County School District.” [BA] f

Sine Die

LEGISLATORS PASS BILLS ON SCHOOL SAFETY, ‘RELIGIOUS LIBERTY’ AND MORE

By Various Authors news@flagpole.com

The 2025 legislative session ended abruptly Friday, Apr. 4 when the Senate suddenly adjourned earlier than usual, catching many people in the bustling Georgia Capitol off guard and throwing the House into disarray.

The last day of the 40-day legislative session—when the House and Senate usually crank out legislation right up until midnight, then celebrate at the end of the night by throwing torn-up pieces of paper into the air—ended with a whimper. Lt. Gov. Burt Jones sent senators home a little after 9 p.m. Friday. Senators seemed to be taken off-guard—the floor of the chamber was littered not with the customary shreds of paper, but entire crumpled-up sheets.

“We’d already gotten all our priorities done, and I’ve been saying all day, of course, I’ve been leading up to the last two days saying we’re going to adjourn early,” Jones told reporters after the Senate gaveled out. “I actually was trying to get done earlier than now, but there were a few more priorities that we went ahead and got some agrees on and everything, but it was a good session, and we got a lot of things done.”

gender Georgians and efforts to improve security on Georgia’s campuses after last year’s Apalachee High School shooting that left two students and two teachers dead.

Economic Uncertainty

Lawmakers passed a budget for the next budget year on the final day of this year’s legislative session as economic uncertainty looms on the national level.

Hatchett said Friday that the state has over $12 billion in reserves. Although he said he thinks it’s unlikely that lawmakers will need to be summoned back later this year, he said he thinks a “correction” could be on the horizon.

Bipartisan Landlord Bill

A bipartisan bill intended to hold out-ofstate landlords more accountable for managing single- family homes across Georgia is awaiting the governor’s signature.

Rep. Mary Margaret Oliver (D-Decatur), the sponsor of House Bill 399, called the measure a good first step to deal with investor-owned homes that are popping up all over metro Atlanta. Under the legislation, landlords with single- family homes or duplexes have to hire Georgia brokers or other in- state management to handle tenant maintenance and other housing issues.

Not all of Jones’ top priorities were successful, including the Red Tape Rollback Act, also known as Georgia’s DOGE, aimed at cutting government bureaucracy.

The abrupt ending to Senate business seemed to surprise House lawmakers. After a break, the chamber gaveled back in to pass a few more bills and resume the ceremonial thank- yous to House staff and the throwing of the paper scraps.

Speaking to reporters after the final gavel, House Speaker Jon Burns (R-Newington) said the House had accomplished what it had set out to, with the exception of efforts to rein in the use of school zone speed cameras. Dozens of bills were left in limbo Friday but will still be active when lawmakers return for the second half of the biennium next January.

Burns also lobbed a jab at the other chamber. “I just think it shows that the House is focusing on its priorities and getting the job done, and we’re not worried about moving on to some kind of higher office. We came here to do a job, and we did our job, and that’s what drives the House,” Burns said.

Jones is widely expected to announce a run for governor in 2026, and other highranking senators are reportedly mulling runs for other top positions like lieutenant governor and attorney general. At least one senator, Sen. Brian Strickland (R-McDonough), who is running for attorney general, has filed his papers to run for statewide office.

Friday night was a peculiar end to a session that had been dominated by debate over new limits on lawsuits, a slate of culture war bills largely focused on trans -

The $37.8 million budget notably includes spending boosts for the state’s prisons and schools, and it’s slightly larger than the one Gov. Brian Kemp unveiled when the legislation session began. The governor, who sets the spending level, added $50.4 million to next year’s revenue estimate Friday.

The budget, which takes effect July 1, was sent to the governor as the Trump administration’s historic tariffs upset the global economy, and as economic forecasters say the U.S. economy could be heading toward a recession. The S&P 500 dropped 10% over two days after Trump unveiled his tariff plan.

“Our budget is predicated on a revenue estimate, and I think it’s fair to say that since we reconvened in January, the macro-economic picture has changed pretty dramatically in just over the last few days,” Rep. Scott Holcomb (D- Atlanta) said to the House’s top budget writer, Rep. Matt Hatchett. “How comfortable are you with the probability that the revenue estimates that make this budget will hold throughout the year?”

Hatchett, a Dublin Republican, responded that if there are “huge swings,” then lawmakers would likely need to return to Atlanta for a special session to adjust the spending plan. But Hatchett and other House Republican leaders told reporters later that they do not think that is likely.

“Certainly, a good businessperson is always looking forward and trying to be ready for what’s coming next,” Burns said. “If we don’t do that, then we’re not doing our job. So, we’re conscious of those possibilities, and we’re in a very, very strong position when it comes to reserves.”

And a House proposal that originally aimed to encourage safe gun storage through an income tax credit stalled after a compromise version limited the tax credit to gun safety training and spliced it with a Senate bill creating a four-day sales tax holiday for firearms, ammunition and other accessories, like scopes and magazines, as well as gun safes.

This year, lawmakers passed a ban on transgender athletes in women’s sports and signed off on another bill seeking to block inmates from receiving gender-affirming care. This also proved to be the year that legislators passed a so- called religious freedom bill, which Kemp signed Friday over concerns that it would lead to discrimination against LGBTQ people and religious minorities.

Both chambers passed the bill before this year’s session ended late Friday, with the Senate passing it with a 46–9 vote.

Advocates for housing rights point to the significant economic hit caused by fewer single- family homes available for first- time buyers. “We know that the local property owners, the local property managements, are struggling with this competition that’s coming from the hedge funds, the out-ofstate investors who are impacting our market in a bad way,” Oliver said following Friday’s Senate vote on her bill. Oliver’s bill was carried in the Senate by Sen. Max Burns (R- Sylvania).

Bills Left Lingering

The first year of the two- year legislative session concluded without the final passage of one of Jones’ top priorities, a so- called red tape rollback bill as coined by Jones to be a state-level version of the Elon Muskled federal Department of Government Efficiency.

Senate Bill 28, which cleared the chamber in February by a 33–21 vote that fell along party lines, failed to make it to the House floor for debate Friday. This is the second year Jones’ red tape rollback had not made it out of the House.

The most significant GOP election bill for the session also failed to get a final vote Friday in the House. The House adjourned before legislators were presented with a substitute version of House Bill 397 that cleared the Senate after the addition of several proposals such as expanding State Election Board powers and banning Georgia from being a member of multi- state voter rolls sharing databases. Instead, the House passed a resolution Friday creating a study committee that will examine election rules later this year.

A pair of firearm-related bills were also left unfinished. The House had spent more than an hour Friday debating a proposal that targets a Savannah ordinance penalizing gun owners who leave their firearms in unlocked vehicles. Under the proposal, someone facing a fine would be able to sue the city for as much as $25,000 in damages.

But other controversial red meat bills were left behind for now, including a ban on diversity, equity and inclusion programs or policies from all state public schools and universities. Other stalled measures would have banned gender-affirming care for state workers and made it harder for minors to be treated with puberty blockers for gender dysphoria.

‘Religious Liberty’

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp kicked off the final day of the 2025 legislative session by signing Senate Bill 36, also known as the Religious Freedom Restoration Act, into law, appeasing some Georgia residents who have been calling for stronger protections for free exercise of religion.

The bill mirrors federal legislation that has been in place since 1993, and imposes new restrictions on state and local governments’ ability to “substantially burden a person’s exercise of religion” unless it is “in furtherance of a compelling governmental interest.” It gained final passage out of the House on Apr. 2 in a 96–70 vote that fell largely along party lines.

Democrats in particular have opposed the bill, arguing that without statewide civil rights protections, a RFRA law would allow Georgians greater leeway to discriminate against LGBTQ people and religious minorities.

Establishing new religious protections under state law has been a goal of the Georgia GOP since shortly after the U.S. Supreme Court legalized gay marriage in 2015. The bill’s sponsor, Sen. Ed Setzler (R- Acworth), first introduced the legislation nearly a decade ago during the 2016 legislative session. The same year, a similar religious freedom bill passed out of the Georgia Legislature, but was ultimately vetoed by then-Governor Nathan Deal, who said he wanted to keep Georgia “a welcoming state.”

Prior to Deal’s veto, some of Georgia’s largest employers, including Coca Cola and Delta Air Lines, warned that the RFRA bill that the Legislature passed would create a law that made recruiting essential workers more difficult.

In a speech immediately after signing the bill, Kemp downplayed concerns that the bill could increase discrimination, drawing parallels between the RFRA and legislation from previous sessions aimed at combating hate crimes in the wake of Ahmaud Arbery’s murder and heightening statewide protections against antisemitism.

“Today I signed SB 36, also known as the Religious Freedom Restoration Act, or

The Georgia House followed its tradition of throwing shredded paper into the air to celebrate the end of its 2025 session.

ROSS WILLIAMS / GEORGIA RECORDER

Prince Market’s Indian Restaurant

PLUS, A HEALTHIER BUT BUSIER BREAKFAST FRANCHISE

By Hillary Brown food@flagpole.com

YOSSI KITCHEN (100 Prince Ave., yossi kitchen.com): One of the brightest spots of the past few months has been the replacement of Prince Market’s original sandwich counter with locally owned Yossi Kitchen, a cheery, speedy Indian restaurant. Is it the best Indian restaurant in town? It’s not, but it is an additional one, which is reason enough to be happy. I’d argue that three (Taste of India and Mitti being the other two) is by no means enough for an incredibly varied and delicious cuisine.

Park in the deck in the back, in any one of the Prince Market spaces, and you’ll find the restaurant inside on the Prince Avenue side of the building. You can pick a bowl, a platter or a kathi roll (a paratha wrap, which comes with Masala- spiced potato chips on the side), then dress any of them in various ways. Platters come with your choice of

aggressive, but the people are nice, the food is pretty good, the location is convenient to a lot of things, the prices aren’t bad, and it has a nice proportion of vegetarian options. The place gets busy at times, but the line moves quickly, and you have your food immediately. A cooler nearby holds bottled mango and rose lassis, or you can get a fountain drink behind you. There are tables both inside and outside on the covered patio a level up from the street if you want to eat there, or you can take your food home with you and have it with a beer purchased in the market. Yossi Kitchen is open 11 a.m.–9 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday (closed Monday).

calendar picks arts & culture

MUSIC | FRI, APR. 11

Jay Gonzalez VS Sloan Brothers

naan (regular/butter, garlic, spicy bullet or paratha) and a samosa, plus biryani or plainer basmati rice topped with any of the following: soya chaap (a tasty, chewy, soybased vegetarian protein; I really liked it!), paneer tikka, grilled veggies, chana masala (spiced chickpeas), chicken tikka, chicken 65 (another highlight), mango chicken, steak or lamb curry. The veggie dishes are $12.99, chicken $14.99 and the red meats are $15.99. Once you have your rice and your protein, you can then add a gravy (butter, spinach and vindaloo, in order of my preference), as many raw vegetables as you want (chopped onions, carrots, cucumbers, sliced cabbage, supposedly pickled but quite plain- tasting radishes) AND a sauce or chutney (mint and coriander, tamarind, mango- cilantro). I’d advise going for it and asking the staff for all the veggie toppings, but if you’re the kind of person who doesn’t eat onions, you may prefer the ability to customize your plate. The bowls are a bit simpler than the platters (no naan, no samosa), but seem to come with just as much food. The kathi roll is less expensive and more portable, but available with fewer fillings, and the flavors don’t stand out as much. Samosas and naan are totally acceptable if not amazing, and really, that’s the case generally. It’s not going to blow your mind, and the spicing could be more

FIRST WATCH (140 Alps Road, 706-6082074, firstwatch.com): Is this behemoth of a modern- farmhouse-decorated national breakfast franchise worth waiting an hour for? You may wonder, if you’re dumb enough to go on a weekend at prime brunch time, like I was. There’s some kind of process of downloading its app or visiting the website to put your name on a waitlist that can speed the process along, but you’re far better off going at a non-peak time, during the early-morning breakfast hours, when you can walk right in.

First Watch built its brand on being a much healthier option than IHOP, and that generally feels true. It also means that the food tastes like food for the most part, and not like added salt, fat and sugar. Order a smoked salmon frittata that also includes roasted shallots and tomatoes, and it tastes like a thing you could have made, but a bit nicer. It comes with a nice little salad with a light, lemony dressing that features some pretty high-quality greens (actual texture, but not too much of it). The grits are Bob’s Red Mill (although the cheese grits just feature some cheese on top rather than incorporated throughout), the toast is whole grain, and the pork sausage links have some snap. The real thing that might make you go back, though, is the fancy juice from a seasonally rotating menu. A truly Instagrammable presentation often features an ombré color, with the Morning Meditation (orange, lemon, turmeric, organic ginger, agave nectar and beet) being a sort of virtuous tequila sunrise that cascades from dark red to an orange yellow. It’s pretty, and it tastes good. Although it’s not cheap, it’s a lot less than a cocktail (the restaurant also has those) and it won’t give you a hangover. Final verdict? It might be worth a trip, especially for a breakfast date or meeting. First Watch is open from 7 a.m.–2:30 p.m. daily. f

Flicker Theatre & Bar • 7 p.m. • FREE! Local musicians Jay Gonzalez and Sloan Simpson have joined forces for a set of four pop songs on a collection called Jay Gonzalez VS Sloan Brothers, to be released on Atlanta-based label Chunklet Records. The split single, which has been lathe- cut to 7-inch vinyl records, contains tracks like “Off the Record,” a songwriting contribution from Simpson full of hooks, synths and big guitars, and “Spit Out the Bubblegum,” a song written by Gonzalez to honor his love of pop rock musicians like The Archies, Ramones and The Monkees. Individually, Gonzalez is known for both his ’70s power pop-inspired solo music and his keyboard and guitar work in Drive-By Truckers. Sloan Brothers is the name of Simpson’s bedroom recording project. The full split single comes out Apr. 11, with a celebratory listening party and live performance from Gonzalez the same night, plus a small batch of records for sale at the venue. [Mary Beth Bryan]

THEATER | APR. 11–19

Murder on the Orient Express

UGA Fine Arts Theatre • Times Vary • $6 (w/ UGA ID), $18

Closing UGA Theatre’s 2024–2025 season is Murder on the Orient Express, the influential story by Agatha Christie as adapted for the stage by Ken Ludwig. The story follows Christie’s most famous character, detective Hercule Poirot, as he attempts to reveal the identity of a killer aboard a train to London. Ludwig’s adaptation is a memory play in which the entire story is recounted from Poirot’s perspective, between his interviews, observations and interactions with his fellow passengers. Justice is one of the core themes of the production; director Daniel B. Ellis says, “How the characters—specifically Poirot—interpret justice elevates the story from a simple mystery to a deep exploration of ethics, duty and human nature.” There will be performances at 8 p.m. on Apr. 10–12 and Apr. 16–19 and a 2 p.m. matinee on Apr. 13. The Apr. 18 and Apr. 19 shows will also feature American Sign Language interpretations. [MB]

EVENT | SAT, APR. 12

FanFest

Oconee County Civic Center • 10 a.m. • FREE!

The fourth annual FanFest is a celebration of all things arts and culture, featuring everything from comics and games to music and film. Attendees can explore a variety of workshops, panel discussions, book signings, live music, performers, demos, vendors, food trucks and more, with something catered toward people of any age. Among the activities are a cosplay contest, lessons in dances from the Middle Ages, a trivia contest and a gaming area with Dungeons & Dragons, video games and board games. Entertainment includes music for kids by

Rebecca Sunshine, a fashion show, stilt walking and a performance of Seussical the Musical. Panel discussions will cover topics like tabletop role-playing games and the art of fashion. Vendors will offer a variety of merchandise,from records to pop culture paraphernalia. [MB]

EVENT | SAT, APR. 12

Boybutante Ball

40 Watt Club • 7:30 p.m. (doors), 9 p.m. (show) • $30

Boybutante Ball is returning for its 36th year of celebrating self-expression and acceptance with performances from some of the region’s most creative and skilled drag performers. This year’s theme is “Divas Royale—All Bets on Miss Thing.” Boybutante Ball is the main event of the Boybutante AIDS Foundation, founded in 1989 to raise money to support the fight against HIV/AIDS through advocacy, education, outreach and direct client services in Northeast Georgia. Accompanying Boybutante events include the Drag Search at Hendershot’s on Apr. 7, where queens and kings will battle it out for a solo spot at the Boybutante Ball, and Drag Bingo with Sophia Lo’Rent, Lacie Bruce and Karmella Macchiato at the 40 Watt Club on Apr. 9. [MB]

MUSIC | WED, APR. 16

STRFKR

Georgia Theatre • 7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show) • $25

Indie dance-pop outfit STRFKR is stopping in Athens on tour for its newest release, 2024’s Parallel Realms. On this record the Portland-based four-piece leans into a more pop- forward mode with touches of the same experimentalism found on its previous release, the 2020 instrumental album Ambient 1. In an interview with Inlander, member Joshua Hodges says, “It feels like the most STRFKR album to me… We kind of just went with whatever felt good moment to moment. We didn’t have a name until the very end. The name is like a relationship between two points of consciousness. It’s like reality is iridescent, and if you change the perspective just a little bit, that reality completely changes.” The band first began over a decade ago as the solo project of Hodges, but soon grew to include Keil Corcoran, Shawn Glassford and Arian Jalali, a lineup that has produced over a dozen albums together since the late 2000s. STRFKR will be joined by psychedelic pop bands Valgur and happy sad face. [MB] f

Yossi Kitchen

SAM LIPKIN

JEFF T. OWENS

Mausoleum Unveils New Mural

STUDENT-LED COLOR THE WORLD BRIGHT’S EVERGREEN MEMORIAL PARK PROJECT

By Lauren Leathers arts@flagpole.com

Take a short drive down Atlanta Highway, and you’ll find a new nature-inspired mural on one of Evergreen Memorial Park’s oldest mausoleums. It’s the latest work completed by Color the World Bright, a group made up of students and alumni from the Lamar Dodd School of Art.

The cemetery first opened in 1952, and the building has been around since the ’80s. Location manager Jessica Hurt says that while walking through the cemetery and discussing upgrades, including a new garden that will be added this summer, she was inspired to give the building a facelift as well. She contacted UGA about creating a mural and was connected with Joseph Norman, founder of Color the World Bright.

a decade ago as a way for students to pay for study abroad programs. Since then, it’s grown significantly, with all money going to the students. They’ve been able to pay for weddings, debts and master’s degrees while getting on- the- job experience in painting, finance, public relations and business management.

“We paint in every style, from graffiti to classical painting,” Norman says. “As you can see with the painting that we did at the cemetery, that’s a very classical painting. I like to say you have self-invested capital— sort of putting in the time to learn the many things that you can do with your degree.”

Regardless of growth, the program remains grounded in sharing knowledge

“They don’t solicit or advertise,” she says. “I respect that because you’re reliant on what your community has to say about you. How they embodied themselves—it was a privilege to meet and work with them.”

Hurt had a specific vision, which she typed into ChatGPT. The AI-generated image was printed out, and a three-person team consisting of artists Alondra Arevalo, Katie Eidson and Meredith Lachin transformed the 15- feet by 22- feet mausoleum wall into a peaceful scene of native trees, plants and wildlife in just 16 hours.

“We wanted the painting to not just be beautiful, but something that you can intentionally see or look past because it blends in so beautifully with the rest of the park behind it,” Hurt says.

Color the World Bright prides itself on efficiency. According to Eidson, the team strategically plans every step of the project, allowing large- scale murals, like the one at Evergreen, to be completed in a matter of days at a competitive price.

“Weather holding, we always complete our projects in 24–72 hours,” she says. “And because we’re students, we work for a third of the price of a professional artist.”

Norman, also a professor and successful artist in his own right, supervises each of the student-led mural projects. “They are given tasks,” he says, “and they execute those tasks flawlessly.”

Norman founded the organization over

and the practical application of degrees. Currently, seven undergraduate students, all of whom must have excellent grades to participate, and several alumni make up the group.

“The older students help the younger students, and it’s a beautiful teachable moment to see these young women totally control their destiny by understanding how to utilize the possibilities of their degree on their way to become great artists,” he says.

According to the organization’s website, Color the World Bright specializes in “the restoration and recreation of ghost signs in the South.” They’ve received regional and national attention for their collaborations with historical societies and community development offices across the state, including the restoration of Coca- Cola signs in Columbus, Hawkinsville and Danielsville.

You might recognize the bulldog mural at the Epps Bridge Waffle House, or the recently completed mural inside the new Eastside Kroger. Beyond Athens, their work brightens the walls in towns like Madison, Elberton, Conyers and more.

“We’re happy to bring this little joy to these communities and hamlets around the state,” Norman says. “We’ve been just so remarkably rewarded. Not just through treasures, so to speak, but the fact that people really embrace these young people who are trying to do something with their lives.” f

Jazzmyn’s Self-Titled Debut

PLUS, MORE MUSIC NEWS AND GOSSIP

By Gordon Lamb threatsandpromises@flagpole.com

A STREAM IN SOUND: If you’d like to revisit the celebration of life that was held for the late Will Cullen Hart at the 40 Watt Club on Mar. 29, you’re in luck. The entire show is now uploaded and available for viewing courtesy of the team behind the Athens GA Live Music channel. This includes performances by A. J. Griffin, Laura Carter, Midget and Hairs, Heather McIntosh, Belly Bamboo, Scott Spillane, Elf Power, Lorkakar, Giant Day, The Rishis, Dottie Alexander and Jamey Huggins, Robert and Max Schneider, The Apples In Stereo, Marshmallow Coast and John Kiran Fernandes with Arianna Petersen and Franklin Russell. Find these under the playlist titled “Will Cullen Hart” at youtube.com/@athensgalivemusic.

BREEZIN’: New-ish band Jazzmyn just celebrated the release of its self- titled debut album. The band, which describes its music as the weaving of “the elegance of Chinese classical music with the vibrant energy of jazz fusion,” accomplishes exactly this. It opens with the dreamy “Jasmine Flower,”

n Roll Girls,” which is not a cover of the John Fogerty song of the same name but, rather, probably the best song here. I’ve really enjoyed watching Ezelle develop as a songwriter the past several years and, if you’re unfamiliar, this is a great place to start. Find it at chrisezelle.bandcamp. com, and for more information, please see facebook.com/ chrisezellemusic.

IN TRIBUTE: Decades-long Athens hip-hop artist DK (aka Dedric Knowles, Dropping Knowledge) returned to the mic for the first time in many years to record and release the single “Losing Pops.” It’s a sad but resilient track exploring what DK describes as “basically me processing internalized grief and resentment as my house became a safe space following the murder of my cousin, which occurred in 2020.” The beat, which hinges on a jazz sample I’ve wracked my brain and record collection trying to identify, is close or identical to the beat used by Milwaukee’s Alan Ward on his 2020 track “Lemme See.” It’s lyrically intense, which is to be expected given its subject, but I won’t get into those here. I will, however, point you toward droppingknowledge.bandcamp.com and encourage you to check this out, along with Knowles’ entire catalog.

then slides immediately into “Rainbow Cloud Chases The Moon.” Despite that second track’s introductory and repeated Allman Brothers- style swell, the rest of the track is fairly folky in its own way. There’s an ambitious cover of “When the Saints Go Marching In,” which works quite well in this style. The closer, “Woman Flower,” is the most perfectly realized piece here, and if you listen to this, be certain not to skip it. The whole album is very unobtrusive and, indeed, is kind of like musical wallpaper—which is to say, upon close inspection, there are multiple, specific details showcasing skill, talent and creativity. But without this close analysis, it slips into the background quite easily and nearly immediately. It is very much a musician’s album, and its members’ bona fides are pretty unimpeachable. You can find this on major streaming services, and find out more via instagram.com/jazzmyn_official.

THE WIZARD: Songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Chris Ezelle released his brand new, full-length album named Supper Songs a couple of weeks ago. It just may be the grooviest collection he’s ever released because of, in all actuality, the way it grooves. His lead instruments are particularly punctuated on this, and his riffing is sustained but generally pronounced conservatively. Check the intros to both “The Show” and “Rue” for evidence. Also check the Black Sabbath- style, albeit much quieter, blues on “Consumption.” Also particularly compelling is his “Rock

NIGHT CREATURES: New group Quiet Lux, composed of Cameron Kelly (Hunger Anthem) and Micahel Andrews (Triads, Michaelandroid), just released its debut self- titled EP. The four songs showcased here reveal a band that has a rough outline of what it wants to sound like, but is still new enough to stretch out a little without coming across as having no personality. Generally speaking, Quiet Lux is an indie rock, guitar- centric band not unlike those who were born in the initial wake of, say, Superchunk’s success. Opening song “Laughing Gas” exhibits this quality more than the others, though. “Rotary Phone” skews darker with its processed vocals and urgent passages. My favorite song here is the last one, “The Wrong Kind.” This fairly laid-back item has a lot of layers to chew through, but its melodic instrumental interplay is really well displayed. Find this on Spotify and, presumably, other major streaming services.

RIDE THE DARKER WAVE: The new seven- track album by Foreign Dots, both self- titled and its eighth release overall since 2023, has been on-deck here at ’ol T&P headquarters for a few weeks, so if you’ve been waiting to read anything about it here’s your chance. The rawness of these sparse recordings is a feature, not a flaw, even though I have no idea how intentional or necessary this was. This harkens back to the time when indie rock was influenced by entire oceans of artists instead of some neatly prescribed collection of U.S.-based power-pop groups. Indeed, the opening song “In The Night We Hide” and the fourth track “Garden” each have at least one foot solidly in goth and darkwave. The shambolic and sonically blown-out “Scarps” is really the only song here that could land on a college radio playlist slotted right next to, say, Preston School Of Industry due to its melodic sensibility and Neutral Milk Hotel for its extrafuzzy execution. Just a fine collection of things here that you can find at foreigndots.bandcamp.com. f

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event calendar

Tuesday 8

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

CLASSES: Genealogy 101 (ACC Library) Learn about DNA kits and how to research records and search for family members. 3:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org

COMEDY: Flying Squid Open 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: Rex Manning Day (Creature Comforts Brewery) Dress as your favorite ’90s movie character, play ’90s movie-themed trivia and browse a pop-up record sale from Wuxtry Records. 6–8 p.m. www. creaturecomfortsbeer.com

FILM: Athentic Movie Night (Athentic Brewing Co.) Screening of the 1998 Pixar classic A Bug’s Life. 7 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing. com

FILM: The Jangling Man (Flicker Theatre & Bar) Attaboy Tapes presents a screening of the Martin Newell documentary. 8 p.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreandbar.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: Lunch & Learn (Tyche’s Games) Bring your lunch and learn new games. 11:30 a.m. FREE! www. tychesgames.com

GAMES: Rock ’n Roll Trivia (Athentic Brewing Co.) Test your trivia knowledge with host The Music Man. Second Tuesdays, 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com

GAMES: Not Rocket Science Trivia (Trappeze Pub) Test your trivia knowledge. Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m. www.notrocketsciencetrivia.com

GAMES: UnPhiltered Trivia (Mellow Mushroom) Test your trivia knowledge with host Phil. 7 p.m. www. facebook.com/MellowMushroom Athens

GAMES: Bad Dog Trivia (Amici at The Falls) Test your trivia knowledge with host Miles Bunch. Tuesdays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/ baddogathens

GAMES: Singo! (Beef O’Brady’s) Win gift certificates and prizes at this music bingo night. Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m. www.beefobradys.com/athens

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: ASL Storytime (Oconee County Library) Join Ms. Marissa and learn basic ASL with stories, songs and more. 11 a.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

MEETINGS: Athens Fibercraft Guild (Lyndon House Arts Center) Kay Read will show and discuss how and why she makes her sculptural beasties with crocheting and stitchery. 12:30–2:30 p.m. FREE! www.athensfiber.org

MEETINGS: Memoir Writing Group (Bogart Library) During this monthly group, hear memoirs from others and learn tips on how to write your own. 5:30 p.m. FREE! www.athens library.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@athenspetanque. org, www.athenspetanque.org

Wednesday 9

ART: Tour At Two (Georgia Museum of Art) These drop-in public tours

feature highlights of the permanent collection. 2 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org

CLASSES: Google Drive and Docs (ACC Library) Learn how to upload, manage and share files in Google Drive. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athens library.org

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

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: Shih Tzu Not Trivia (South Main Brewing) Test your general trivia knowledge. Wednesdays, 6 p.m. www.instagram.com/shihtzu nottrivia

GAMES: Miss Thing’s Drag Bingo (40 Watt Club) Play bingo hosted by Sophia Lo’Rent, Lacie Bruce and Karmella Macchiato to win prizes. All ages. 6 p.m. (doors), 7 p.m. (bingo). www.boybutante.org

GAMES: Trivia Night (Hotel Indigo) Test your trivia knowledge. 6 p.m. FREE! www.indigoathens.com

GAMES: Shih Tzu Not Trivia (La Fiesta) Test your general trivia knowledge. Wednesdays, 7 p.m. www.instagram.com/shihtzunottrivia

GAMES: Music Bingo (B&B Theatres) Join in to play music bingo. 7:30 p.m. FREE! www.bbtheatres.com

GAMES: Shih Tzu Not Trivia (Locos Grill and Pub Eastside) Test your general trivia knowledge. Wednesdays, 8 p.m. www.instagram.com/ shihtzunottrivia

KIDSTUFF: Busy Bee Toddler Time (Bogart Library) Join Ms. Donna

for rhymes, songs, puppets and a story. 10 a.m. & 11 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart KIDSTUFF: LEGO Mania (Bogart Library) Drop in to free build and create. All ages. 3–5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart

MEETINGS: Lunch and Learn (Multiple Choices Center for Independent Living) A guest speaker for the Multiple Ideas Support Meeting will discuss Non-Twenty-Four Circadian Rhythm Disorder. 12:30 p.m. FREE!

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 Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.athentic brewing.com

Thursday 10

ART: Artist Talk (Lyndon House Arts Center) Hear a small grouping of exhibiting artists from the “50th Juried Exhibition” discuss their works. 5:30 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/LyndonHouseArts

CLASSES: Adobe InDesign for Beginners (ACC Library) Learn to create layouts for print or digital display. Registration required. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org

GAMES: BINGO (VFW Post 2872) Join in to play this weekly game of chance. Thursdays, 5 p.m. (doors). FREE! www.facebook.com/vfw2872

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: Shih Tzu Not Trivia (Terrapin Beer Co.) Test your general trivia knowledge. Thursdays, 6:30 p.m. www.instagram.com/shihtzu nottrivia

GAMES: Friends Trivia Night (Normaltown Brewing) Test your knowledge of the classic TV show. 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.facebook. com/normaltownbrewingco

GAMES: Bad Dog Trivia (The

Foundry) Test your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Thursdays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddog athens

GAMES: Shih Tzu Not Trivia (Your Pie Watkinsville) Test your general trivia knowledge. Thursdays, 7 p.m. www.instagram.com/shihtzunottrivia

GAMES: Melodrama Trivia (Buvez) Test your trivia skills with host UnPhiltered. 7 p.m. FREE! 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. 10 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, 3–5 p.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/oconee

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

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

PERFORMANCE: UGA Dance Company Spring Concert (UGA New Dance Theatre) The annual faculty choreography concert with collaborative guest performances by the UGA Jazz Sextet and UGA Ballroom Performance Group. Apr. 10–12, 7:30 p.m. Apr. 12, 2 p.m. $6–20. dance.uga.edu

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

THEATER: Murder on the Orient Express (UGA Fine Arts Theatre) Sstage adaptation of the classic Agatha Christie novel about murder and intrigue on opulent passenger train. Apr. 10–12 & 16–19, 8 p.m.

Apr. 13, 2 p.m. $6–18. www.uga theatre.com

Friday 11

ART: Morning Mindfulness (Georgia Museum of Art) Instructor-led meditation, movement and mindfulness techniques in the galleries. Email to RSVP. 9:30 a.m. FREE! gmoatours@uga.edu

ART: Opening Reception (Athenaeum) The exhibition “an exit from between two places” featuring graduating MFA students will be on view. 6–8 p.m. FREE! athenaeum.uga.edu

COMEDY: True South (150 Fritz Mar Lane) The actors are the playwrights in this completely improved, onthe-spot performance. 8 p.m. $10. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com

EVENTS: The Georgia Rodeo (Athens Fairgrounds) Watch bareback, saddle bronc and bull riding events followed by a live music concert. 10 a.m. (doors). $74.99–199.99. www.thegeorgiarodeo.com

EVENTS: Family Fun Festival (Georgia Square Mall) Enjoy rides, games, prizes and food. Apr. 11 & 18, 5–11 p.m. Apr. 12 & 19, 1–11 p.m. Apr. 13 & 20, 1–10 p.m. Apr. 14–17, 5–10 p.m. FREE! $30 unlimited ride wristband. www. georgiasquaremall.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: Bad Dog Trivia (Soldier of the Sea Distillery) Test your trivia knowledge with host Miles Bunch. Fridays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/ baddogathens

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

PERFORMANCE: UGA Dance Company Spring Concert (UGA New Dance Theatre) The annual faculty

choreography concert with collaborative guest performances by the UGA Jazz Sextet and UGA Ballroom Performance Group. Apr. 10–12, 7:30 p.m. Apr. 12, 2 p.m. $6–20. dance.uga.edu

THEATER: Emilie: La Marquise Du Châtelet Defends Her Life Tonight! (Town & Gown Players) Lauren Gunderson’s experimental play tells the story of an accomplished woman lost to history. Apr. 11–12 & 17–19, 8 p.m. Apr. 13 & 20, 2 p.m. $15–20. www.townand gownplayers.org/emilie

Saturday 12

ART: Student Perspectives (Georgia Museum of Art) Join one of the student guides for a conversational tour of the permanent collection. 12 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org

CLASSES: Community Dance Classes (DanceFX Athens) Try out classes in burlesque, ballet, jazz, contemporary and more are open to all levels. 1–6 p.m. FREE! www. dancefx.org

CLASSES: Figure Drawing Open Studio (Georgia Museum of Art) Sketch from a figure model in this life-drawing class open to all levels. 2 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum. org

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: Marigold Farmers Market (Pittard Park) Vendors offer organic produce, prepared foods, agricultural products and artisanal goods. MFM doubles SNAP dollars spent. Saturdays, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. www. marigoldcollectivewinterville.com

EVENTS: Redstone Round Up (Redstone Market + Butcher) There will be an outdoor market with sampling and post-G Day game live music. 9 a.m.–12 p.m. (market), 5–7 p.m. (live music). www.redstonemarket. com

EVENTS: Spring Market (Sunroof Coffee) Browse jewelry, handmade gifts and more from over 20 local artists. 9 a.m.–2 p.m. www.instagram.com/sunroofcoffeeath

EVENTS: FanFest (Oconee County Civic Center) The fourth annual celebration of creativity features live music, guest authors, artists, gaming, vendors, a cosplay contest and more. 10 a.m.–6 p.m. www. athenslibrary.org/oconee

EVENTS: Spring Plant Sale (515 Forest Heights Drive) Pre-order or browse heirloom plants for sale. Apr. 6 & 12, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. www. forestgardensfarm.com

EVENTS: Spring Plant Sale (R&R Secret Flowers) Browse a wide variety of pollinator-friendly perennials, annuals, natives, herbs and veggies. Apr. 12 & 19, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Apr. 13 & 20, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. www.rr secretflowers.com

EVENTS: Super Spring Saturday (Washington Farms) A familyfriendly event featuring farm activities and attractions suitable for all ages. $15. 10 a.m.–5 p.m. www. washingtonfarms.net

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

Bring what you can, take what you need. Second Saturday of every month. 12–1:30 p.m. reallyreally freemarketathens@gmail.com, www.facebook.com/RRFMAthens

EVENTS: Animal Clinic 1 Year Celebration (Oak Grove Animal Clinic) Celebrate with a full-day of entertainment including food trucks, face painting and more. 12–4 p.m. FREE! www.oakgrove.vet

EVENTS: Heartsong Herbs Plant Sale (477 Ruth Street) Browse over 60 varieties of gorgeous medicinal herbs, flowers and veggie seedlings. 1–3 p.m. www.heartsongherbs.com

EVENTS: Know Your Rights Outreach (Oconee Street United Methodist Church) Learn your rights if ICE comes to your door. Apr. 12 & 26, 1 p.m. Apr. 16 & 30, 5:30 p.m. FREE! sfsuga@protonmail.com

EVENTS: Boybutante Ball (40 Watt Club) Boybutante AIDS Foundation’s annual event featuring a night of drag performances, celebrating 36 years with the theme “Divas Royale.” 7:30 p.m. (doors), 9 p.m. (show). $30. www.40watt.com

GAMES: Plant BINGO (Foxglove Plantbar) Learn more about plants, and win plant prizes. 7 p.m. $30. www.instagram.com/foxgloveplant bar

KIDSTUFF: Teen Anime Club (Oconee County Library) Join other fans of manga and anime to discover books, play games, snack and watch anime. Grades 6–12. 3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/ oconee

KIDSTUFF: Easter Egg Hunt (Heard Park) Enjoy crafts, activities, games, a bouncy house and an opportunity to take a picture with the Easter Bunny. Egg hunt separated by age groups. Ages 5–12. 11 a.m. FREE! www.accgovga.myrec.com

KIDSTUFF: Pokémon Club (ACC Library) Trade Pokémon cards or learn to play the game. Ages 5–12. 12 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary. org

KIDSTUFF: Kids Anime Club (ACC Library) Watch anime, create art, try Japanese snacks and make new friends. All ages. 2 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org

MEETINGS: Tattered Writers (ACC Library) Inclusive writers group open to writers of all genres and experience levels. 11 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org

SPORTS: G-Day (Sanford Stadium) UGA’s annual spring football scrimmage pits Bulldog against Bulldog in a Red vs. Black game. 10:30 a.m.–4 p.m. $10. www.georgia dogs.com

THEATER: Emilie: La Marquise Du Châtelet Defends Her Life Tonight! (Town & Gown Players) Lauren Gunderson’s experimental play tells the story of an accom-

plished woman lost to history. Apr. 11–12 & 17–19, 8 p.m. Apr. 13 & 20, 2 p.m. $15–20. www.townand gownplayers.org/emilie

Sunday 13

ART: Student Perspectives (Georgia Museum of Art) Join one of the student guides for a conversational tour of the permanent collection. 2 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org

COMEDY: Comedy Open Mic (MaiKai Kava Lounge) Show up and go up with your stand-up material. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.instagram. com/bulaatmaikai

COMEDY: Off the Clock Comedy (The Globe) Athens Comedy presents a lineup of local and touring comedians. 8:30 p.m. (doors), 9 p.m. (show). www.facebook.com/ athenscomedy

EVENTS: Athens Community Plant Sale (Creature Comforts Brewery) Browse available plants or bring plants to swap. 1–5 p.m. www. creaturecomfortsbeer.com

EVENTS: The Top Chop Market (Athentic Brewing Co.) This artist and vendor market with live music is a fundraiser benefitting gender affirming care. 2–6 p.m. www. athenticbrewing.com

GAMES: Bad Dog Trivia (The Globe) Test your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Sundays, 6 p.m. www. facebook.com/baddogathens

GAMES: Trivia Night (Cheba Hut) Test your trivia knowledge. 7:30 p.m. www.instagram.com/chebahut

KIDSTUFF: Easter Egg Hunt (Madison-Morgan Cultural Center) Enjoy a variety of activities and an opportunity to take a picture with the Easter Bunny. 2 p.m. FREE! www. mmcc-arts.org

LECTURES & LIT: Silent Book Club (Foxglove Plantbar) Bring a book and enjoy peaceful reading time with other book lovers. 9:30–11 a.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/ foxgloveplantbar

MEETINGS: Crafternoon (Athentic Brewing Co.) Bring your crafting project to work on and connect with other artists in the community. First Sundays, 2:30–4 p.m. FREE! www. athenticbrewing.com

MEETINGS: NE Georgia Civil War History Roundtable (Oconee County Library) This roundtable hosts guest speakers that discuss topics relating to Civil War history. 3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary. org/oconee

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

THEATER: Emilie: La Marquise Du Châtelet Defends Her Life Tonight! (Town & Gown Players)

Lauren Gunderson’s experimental play tells the story of an accomplished woman lost to history. Apr. 11–12 & 17–19, 8 p.m. Apr. 13 & 20, 2 p.m. $15–20. www.townand gownplayers.org/emilie

Monday 14

CLASSES: Vietnamese Class (Oconee County Library) Instructor Martine Thy Nguyen will lead a class on the basics of Vietnamese. 6–7 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary. org/oconee

EVENTS: Marigold Farmers Market (100 North Church Street) Vendors offer organic produce, prepared foods, agricultural products and artisanal goods. Mondays, 10 a.m.–7 p.m. www.marigoldcollectivewinterville.com

EVENTS: Second Monday Line Dancing Lessons (Ciné) Learn two to three line dances. All ages, no experience required. 6:30–7:30 p.m. (beginner lesson), 7:30–9 p.m. (social dancing). $10. www. athenscine.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: 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

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

MEETINGS: Classic City Rotary (1430 N Chase St) The local chapter meets weekly. Mondays, 11:30 a.m. FREE! www.classiccityrotary.org

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

Tuesday 15

CLASSES: MS Excel: Spreadsheet Basics (ACC Library) Learn how to enter, move, select and format data to create simple equations and charts. 10 a.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org

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: Monthly Movie Improv (Athentic Brewing Co.) Improv group Take This! will perform an abridged version of movie favorites. Third Tuesdays, 7 p.m. FREE! www. athenticbrewing.com

COMEDY: Flying Squid Open 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

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

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

GAMES: Lunch & Learn (Tyche’s Games) Bring your lunch and learn new games. 11:30 a.m. FREE! www. tychesgames.com

GAMES: Not Rocket Science Trivia (Trappeze Pub) Test your trivia knowledge. Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m. www.notrocketsciencetrivia.com

GAMES: UnPhiltered Trivia (Mellow Mushroom) Test your trivia knowledge with host Phil. 7 p.m. www. facebook.com/MellowMushroom Athens

GAMES: Bad Dog Trivia (Amici at The Falls) Test your knowledge with host Miles Bunch. Tuesdays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens

GAMES: Singo! (Beef O’Brady’s) Win gift certificates and prizes at this music bingo night. Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m. www.beefobradys.com/athens

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

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: Romance Language Department Colloquium (Gilbert Hall) Celebrate UGA graduate students and faculty members who have published books within the past year. 5:30 p.m. FREE! rom. uga.edu

LECTURES & LIT: UGA Congress Week (UGA Special Collections Library) A discussion with former U.S. senator Doug Jones moderated by Joe Watson. 5:30 p.m. FREE! libs.uga.edu

LECTURES & LIT: Athentic Book Club (Athentic Brewing Co.) Discuss The Vaster Wilds by Lauren Groff with the group. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com

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

Wednesday 16

ART: Artful Conversation: Pietro Dandini (Georgia Museum of Art) Callan Steinmann, head of education and curator of academic and public programs, will lead a discussion about Pietro Dandini’s painting “Esther Before Ahasuerus.” 2 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org

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: 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: Know Your Rights Outreach (Oconee Street United Methodist Church) Learn your rights if ICE comes to your door. Apr. 12 & 26, 1 p.m. Apr. 16 & 30, 5:30 p.m. FREE! sfsuga@protonmail.com

FILM: Three Star Cinema (Flicker Theatre & Bar) Screening of the 1991 action drama film Street Wars. 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: Shih Tzu Not Trivia (South Main Brewing) Test your general trivia knowledge. Wednesdays, 6 p.m. www.instagram.com/shihtzu nottrivia

GAMES: Trivia Night (Hotel Indigo) Test your trivia knowledge. 6 p.m. FREE! www.indigoathens.com

GAMES: Shih Tzu Not Trivia (La Fiesta) Test your general trivia knowledge. Wednesdays, 7 p.m. www.instagram.com/shihtzunottrivia

GAMES: Trivia Night (B&B Theatres) Test your trivia knowledge on a variety of topics. 7:30 p.m. FREE! www. bbtheatres.com

GAMES: Shih Tzu Not Trivia (Locos Grill and Pub Eastside) Test your general trivia knowledge. Wednesdays, 8 p.m. www.instagram.com/ shihtzunottrivia

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

KIDSTUFF: LEGO Mania (Bogart Library) Drop in to free build and create. All ages. 3–5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart

KIDSTUFF: Teen Spring Tea Party (Oconee County Library) Celebrate spring by dressing up in your fanciest fit and enjoying a tea party with snacks. Ages 12–17. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee

LECTURES & LIT: Author Talk & Book Signing (Ciné) Author Seán Hewitt will read from his forthcoming novel Open, Heaven followed by a moderated conversation. 7 p.m. FREE! www.avidbookshop.com

OUTDOORS: 5K Guided Walk

(Sandy Creek Park) Southeast Striders Walking Club leads a round-trip walk starting and ending in Sandy Creek Park. All fitness levels welcome. 9:45 a.m. $4 (adults), FREE! (18 & under). www.southeast striderswalkingclub.org

THEATER: Murder on the Orient

Express (UGA Fine Arts Theatre) Sstage adaptation of the classic Agatha Christie novel about murder and intrigue on opulent passenger train. Apr. 10–12 & 16–19, 8 p.m. Apr. 13, 2 p.m. $6–18. www.uga theatre.com f

Taekwondo, self-defense and more 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.liveoakmartialarts.com

YOGA AND MORE (Revolution Therapy and Yoga) A multipurpose mind-body wellness studio offering yoga and therapy with an emphasis on trauma-informed practices. www.revolutiontherapyandyoga.com

YOGA CLASSES (Grateful Head Yoga) Classes are offered in beginner, gentle and other styles of yoga. Visit @gratefulheadyoga for full schedule.

YOGA CLASSES (Highland Yoga) Classes are offered seven days a week. Intro offer includes 30 days for $30. www.highland-yoga.com

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

YOGA CLASSES (Shakti Yoga Athens) Classes are offered in Power Yoga, Gentle Yoga, Yin and Restorative Yoga. New student offer: four weeks of unlimited yoga for $40. shaktiyogaathens.com

Help Out

ADOPT-A-MOM (Athens, GA) The Ark’s annual Adopt-a-Mom distributes flower bouquets and cards to nursing home patients and single mothers. Donate $25 to “adopt a mom” for Mother’s Day. Proceeds also benefit The Ark’s Single Working Mother’s Fund. Through May 10. www.athensark.org/adopt-a-mom

ATHENS REPAIR CAFE (Solid Waste Office) The repair cafe is seeking volunteers comfortable fixing a variety of items including: clothing, small appliances, lamps,knives, tools and more. Fourth Sunday of every month. reuse@accgov.com, www.accgov.com/RepairCafe

BRAS FOR A CAUSE (Grail Bra Specialists) Seeking donations of gently-used bras for distribution to local shelters, recovery centers and communities in need. Contact Athens Area Bra Bank at 706-8500387, support@grailbras.com

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

PACK WALKS (Animal Services

Adoption Center) Volunteer dog walkers needed for daily interactions with the shelter dogs. Open opportunities every day, 4–5 p.m. Register at www.tidycal.com/animalservicesvolunteer/pack-walk

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

RAMP UP FOR SPRING CLEANING

VOLUNTEERS (KACCB) Keep America Beautiful’s Great American Cleanup and Keep Athens-Clarke County Beautiful have volunteer opportunities that include roadside cleanups, adopt-a-ramp, daffodil bulb donations and more. Email carlos.pintos@acc.gov or visit www.keepathensbeautiful.org for more info.

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. thebiggervisionshelter@gmail.com, www.bvoa.org/boardmember

SEEKING BOARD MEMBERS (Moms Adopting Moms) Local nonprofit seeks board members, including a chair and treasurer, to support foster children and families through mentorship and reunification. momsadoptingmoms@ gmail.com

SEEKING FOOD DONATIONS (The Cottage) Seeking donations of single-serving, non-perishable snacks to help children and adults navigating interviews, therapy sessions and court hearings. To arrange a drop-off please call 706-546-1133, ext 223.

SEEKING VOLUNTEERS (Athens Farmer Market) Seeking volunteers for the 2025 season to help with weekly markets, special events and more. Submit applications online. www.athensfarmersmarket.net/ volunteer

SEEKING VOLUNTEERS AND DONATIONS (Twilight) Volunteers and donations needed for the 45th Annual Twilight event. Volunteer opportunities include event guide, enrichment activity support and more. Donate a rental to host professional cyclists and staff, and receive a variety of opportunities such as VIP tickets or special event entries. Apr. 25–26. Sign up forms online. www.athenstwilight.com/ volunteer, www.athenstwilight. com/host

TEACHER SUPPLIES (Teacher Reuse Store) Educators can access free creative supplies at the store. Visit accgov.com/trs for hours.

TOWELS FOR ANIMALS (Animal Services Adoption Center) Seeking donations of gently used bath towels and hand rags for bathing animals and cleaning kennels. Donations can be dropped off at the door if it’s after hours. www.accgov. com/animalservices

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

BRELLA ACTIVITIES (’Brella Studio)

After-school art lessons for ages 6–11 are held Monday and Tuesday afternoons. Family Playgroups are for ages 0–5 and their caregivers including “Messy Mondays” and “Sing, Splatter, Storytime.” Check website for descriptions and meeting times. www.brellastudio.com/ events

CAMP AND PROGRAMS (ACC Leisure Services) Registration for the 2025 Spring and Summer season is now open. A variety of programs, classes and camps for all ages are available at local parks and community centers including “Knee High Naturalists”, “Fish On!” and “Swim School.” Visit website for full list of classes, availability and registration. www.accgov.com/ myrecs, 706-613-3800

CAMP PROGRAMS (Athens Humane Society) “Humane Heroes” and “Junior Vet” summer camps are open for registration. June and July availability but spaces are limited. www.athenshumanesociety.org/ summer-camp

CAMP PROGRAMS (Firefly Homeschool Community) Registration for “Be Wild” Homeschool Summer Camp for students grade K–12 is

now open. Programs run through June. Visit fireflyhomeschoolcommunity.org for pricing and scheduling.

CAMP PROGRAMS (Merit Music Academy) Registration for a variety of Summer Camp classes is now open. Offering Puppetry, Piano, and Ukulele Camps, with crafts, snacks and performances. Visit MeritMusicAcademy.com/summercamp for pricing and scheduling.

CAMP PROGRAMS (Nuçi’s Space) Registration for 2025 camp programs is now open for June and July Camp Amped sessions, Camp Amplify recording/engineering camp, Camp Amped Half Day 1 week sessions and 1 week Sound Check sessions. Visit www.nuci. org/camp for more information. CAMP PROGRAMS (Sweet Olive

adventures and lessons of trusting Jesus in a wild world. www.athensfirstumc.org/vbs

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

ADVANCED CANCER SUPPORT GROUP (University Cancer and Blood Center) A support group for those living with advanced/ terminal cancer with the goal to find comfort, encouragement and valuable resources.First Monday of every month. 5:30–7 p.m. www.universitycancer.com

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

PET LOSS AND GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP (Chase Park Warehouses) A peer-led support group of people who understand the depth of love and grief for animal companions. Meets every second and fourth Wednesday, 6:30–8 p.m. www. vibrantbeing.net/grief-support

POLYAMORY SUPPORT GROUP (Revolution Therapy and Yoga) An open support group for adults practicing or considering polyamory or nonmonogamy. Thursdays, 6:30–

Farm) Registration for 2025 camp programs for children ages 6–12 is now open. Programs run June through Aug. Visit www.sweetolivefarm.org for pricing and options.

CAMP PROGRAMS (The Studio) Registration for “Creative Kids Camp” starting in June is now open. Programs are for ages 4–8 with music, art and movement to foster creative expression and imaginative play. www.thestudioath.com

CAMP PROGRAMS (Wild Earth Forest School) Registration is open for Summer Camp starting in May for ages 4–13 at the 50-acre Piedmont Preserve off of Chase Street. www. wildearthcamp.org

CREATIVE 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. Summer camp registration is now open. 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

SUMMER CAMPS (Athens First UMC) Registration for True North Vacation Bible School for kids K–5 is now open. June 2–5. Outdoor

AL-ANON 12 STEP (Multiple Locations) Recovery for people affected by someone else’s drinking. Free daytime and evening meetings are held several times throughout the week in Athens. www.ga-al-anon. org/meetings

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

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

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 Johnson, 706-353-1892, floretta. johnson@stmarysathens.org

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

suicide. Meets the third Wednesday of every month, 5:30–7:30 p.m. www.nuci.org

Word on the Street

ATHENS ZEN GROUP (work.shop) Sangha sits every Sunday morning 8:30–10:00 a.m. followed by a discussion of Zen teachings 10:00–10:50 a.m. Newcomers’ orientation is the second Sunday of every month at 11:00 a.m. Other sits are held at various times of the year. Visit www.athenszen.org for schedule and information. 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 STORYTELLERS (Rabbit Box) Rabbit Box presents true short stories shared by community members. Submit story ideas for upcoming shows. Themes include “Road Trip!” (Apr. 22) and “Soundtrack of My Life” on (May 27). www.rabbitbox.org/tell FILM LOCATION DIRECTORY (Athens, GA) The Athens Film 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.athensgafilmoffice.com

RABBIT HOLE EVENTS (Rabbit Hole Studios) Weekly events include Open Jam (Tuesdays, 8–10 p.m.) and Acoustic Song Circle (Thursdays, 8–10 p.m. & Sundays, 3–5 p.m.). www.rabbitholestudios.org/ calendar

7:30 p.m. $10 donation. www. revolutiontherapyandyoga.com

PREVIVORS SUPPORT GROUP FOR WOMEN (Loran Smith Center for Cancer Support) Women ages 18–50 who have been diagnosed with a genetic mutation for breast cancer (but not diagnosed with cancer) can gather for peer support and share unique challenges. Third Thursdays, 5:30–7:30 p.m. 706465-4900, loransmithcenter@ piedmont.org

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

RECOVERY DHARMA (Athens Addiction Recovery Center) This peer-led support group offers a Buddhist-inspired path to recovery from any addiction. Visit the website for details. Thursdays, 7 p.m. www.athensrecoverydharma.org

RECOVERY DHARMA (work.shop)

A Buddhist-inspired support group for addiction of all kinds. Meetings consist of introductions, a short meditation and book reading, followed by group sharing. Open to all, especially service industry workers. Meets every Monday, 6:30 p.m. www.recoverydharma.org

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

SURVIVORS OF SUICIDE (Nuçi’s Space) SOS is a support group for anyone who has lost a loved one to

SEEKING COMMUNITY INPUT (Various Locations) The Athens-Clarke County Unified Government will host a series of public input events and survey opportunities as part of the Planning Department’s continued efforts to update Athens-Clarke County’s Future Land Use Map. List of events and drop-in meetings as well as a survey are available through Apr. 30. www.accgov.com/ compplan

SEVENTH GENERATION (Various Locations) Seventh Generation Native American Church hosts gatherings on Sundays at 11 a.m. at Feel Free Yoga and Men’s Group on Tuesdays at 6 p.m at St. Gregory’s Church. For information: 706-3407134

SPRING FLOWERING BULB SALE (Athens Area Gardeners Association) In conjunction with Athens Area Gardeners Association, the ACC County Extension Office and the State Botanical Gardens of Georgia, this bulk bulb sale benefits local community gardens and UGA Horticultural Scholarships. Order through Apr. 30. www.tinyurl. com/2025bulbsale

SPRING AND SUMMER REGISTRATION OPEN (ACC Leisure Services) A diverse selection of programs for both adults and children are now open for registration. Visit www.accgov.com/myrec to sign up. Scholarships available. www.accgov.com/scholarship VHS DIGITIZATION (Athens, GA) Seeking previously recorded concerts and events on VHS, VHSC, Hi8, MiniDV and DVDs to digitize and archive on YouTube channel, @vhsordie3030, and the Athens GA Live Music channel. bradley. staples88@gmail.com, vhsordie. com f

Caroline Anderson’s painting is part of the “Oconee Student Art Exhibit” at the University of North Georgia Oconee campus. An opening reception will be held on Thursday, Apr. 10 from 6–7 p.m.

live music calendar

Tuesday 8

Georgia Theatre

Rooftop

7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $8–12. www.georgiatheatre.com

ROOMMATE College students playing a medley of rock covers and originals.

THE GOODJOYS Athens band with a dynamic blend of influences and a passion for creating a communitycentered environment.

THE ECHOLOCATIONS Local rock band embracing a retro, ’60sinspired sound.

Hendershot’s

No Phone Party. 7 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.com

KENOSHA KID Entering its 20th year, the brainchild of guitarist Dan Nettles performs two sets of adventurous new music each week from his ever-expanding catalog that exists “somewhere in the Schrödinger’s nexus of jazz, postrock and improvised music.”

Normal Bar

8–11 p.m. FREE! booking@rudy montayremusic.com

OPEN MIC All musicians welcome. Every Tuesday.

UGA Tate Student Center

Live in the Lobby at WUOG. 8 p.m. FREE! www.wuog.org

ATTICUS RONESS Member of power pop duo The Corduroy Blue.

Wednesday 9

Athentic Brewing Co.

7–10 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com

KARAOKE WITH DJ GREGORY Every Wednesday. Creature Comforts Brewery Athens Farmers Market. 5–8 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net

RED OAK STRING BAND Local band playing a feel-good blend of bluegrass, blues, folk, rock and classic country. (6 p.m.)

El Paso Tacos & Tequila 6–10 p.m. www.instagram.com/ elpasoathenss

KARAOKE WITH DJ D00MSDAY Every Wednesday.

Flicker Theatre & Bar

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

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

Hendershot’s

7 p.m. (sign-ups). FREE! www.hendershotsathens.com

BEATS, RHYMES AND LIFE

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

MaiKai Kava Lounge

7:30 p.m. (sign-ups). FREE! www. instagram.com/bulaatmaikai

MAIKAI OPEN MIC Share your music, comedy and poetry every Wednesday.

Nowhere Bar 9 p.m. www.instagram.com/nowhere barathensga

CARDINAL BLOOM Indie rock band based in Utah. Paloma Park Strikefest. 6 p.m. $7. www.instagram. com/strikemagazineathens

HALOGENIC Opening DJ set.

RITIKA Songwriter and producer whose unique sound ranges from folktronica to bossanova to create “music with umph.”

ORGANICALLY PROGRAMMED

Oliver Domingo’s electronic spacethemed act, which utilizes primitive drum machines and synthesizers to create disco-pop, jazz and easy listening inspired compositions. Porterhouse Grill

7 p.m. www.porterhousegrillathens. com

JAZZ NIGHT Longest running jazz gig in Athens featuring a rotating cast of familiar faces performing American songbook, bossa nova classics and crossover hits.

Thursday 10

40 Watt Club

7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $10. www.40watt.com

VIOLENT VIOLET Pop-punk outfit with members of Commüne and Bog Bod whose latest EP embarks on an ethereal analog odyssey.

NEAT FREAK Post-punk with ethereal shimmer and poignant melodic pop sensibilities.

TREPID Local grungegaze.

BAYOU PRINCESS Your favorite internet narcissist.

Athentic Brewing Co. Blues and Brews. 6 p.m. $5. www. athenticbrewing.com

RICK FOWLER ACOUSTIC BAND

Original, guitar-driven local bluesrock group.

Earth Fare

1 p.m. www.earthfare.com

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

Georgia Theatre

7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $27.50–35. www.georgiatheatre. com

NIGHTLY Alternative pop band based in Nashville, TN consisting of members Jonathan Capeci, Joey Beretta and Nicholas Sainato.

Georgia Theatre

Rooftop

7 p.m. FREE! www.georgiatheatre.com

THE FORUM Gainesville, FL-based outfit with strong hooks atop rhythmic dance beats and an effortless live presence.

The Globe

7:30–10 p.m. www.facebook.com/ globe.athens

MARY & THE HOT HOTTY-HOTS

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

Hendershot’s

7:30–11 p.m. $7 (adv.), $10. www. hendershotsathens.com

SABACHA DANCE SOCIAL DJ

L.A. Darius leads a Latin dance party with salsa, bachata, merengue and cha-cha-cha. An hour-long lesson is followed by open dancing. Nowhere Bar 9 p.m. www.instagram.com/nowhere barathensga

TRU PHONIC Band playing a mix of jam, funk, blues, rock, soul, jazz and hip hop.

Friday 11

40 Watt Club Rhythm of the Steeple People Official Release. 7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $10. www.40watt.com

FIVE EIGHT Legendary Athens band known for its boisterous, thoughtful rock and roll.

THE BAD ENDS Supergroup led by Mike Mantione (Five Eight) that hit the ground running with its debut album, The Power and The Glory.

THE GRANFALLOONS Georgians playing sunny Americana with twangy guitars, the occasional accordion and lots of pop melodies. Single release show!

THE STEEPLE PEOPLE BAND Collective of local drummers and percussionists.

Athens Fairgrounds

The Georgia Rodeo. 10 a.m. (doors). $74.99–199.99. www.thegeorgia rodeo.com

THE RED CLAY STRAYS Country rock band best known for its 2022 single “Wondering Why.”

ZACH TOP Nashville-based country and bluegrass singer-songwriter.

CAMERON WHITCOMB Canadian singer and songwriter who competed on American Idol.

MAGGIE ANTONE Up-and-coming country singer.

GABRIELLA ROSE Pop country singer from the Pacific Northwest. Athentic Brewing Co. 7–9 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com

ATHENS SWING CENTRAL Live band leading a swing dance lesson. (7 p.m.)

THE SPECTRE OF SURF Instrumental surf rock band playing covers and originals.

SERF LORDS Post-apocalyptic surf-rock.

Buvez

8 p.m. www.buvezathens.com

MICHAEL CARNES A blend of pop-punk and indie folk held up by meditative lyrics.

Ciné

8 p.m. (doors), 9 p.m. (show). $10. www.athenscine.com

CUDDLING Athens emo band that claims to make “the worst songs you’ve ever heard.”

SUBATOMIC Five-piece grunge band from Milledgeville.

SCHMOOZE Athens alternative rock trio.

VELVET EDGE South Carolina band that has a multi-genre approach to Southern rock. Flicker Theatre & Bar

Split Single Release Party. 7–9 p.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreandbar. com

JAY GONZALEZ VS SLOAN

BROTHERS Celebration for the split single released by Chunklet Industries with a live performance by Jay Gonzalez.

9 p.m. (doors). FREE! www.flicker theatreandbar.com

LEE BAINS Solo set from the frontman of Alabama-based Southern rock band Lee Bains & the Glory Fires.

HATCH Psych-tinged garage rock led by songwriter Garett Hatch. Hendershot’s

7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). www. hendershotsathens.com

VIV AND THE THINGS Alternative country noise for sweetie pies.

SEPIA DREAM Your friendly neighborhood girl band.

TORI MCALLISTER Acoustic singer-songwriter.

Morton Theatre

6:30 p.m. (Adele), 8:30 p.m. (Queen). $15–65. www.mortontheatre.com

CANDLELIGHT TRIBUTE A multisensory musical experience featur-

ing two separate orchestra sets in tribute to Adele and Queen.

Normal Bar

Attaboy Tapes Presents. 7 p.m. $10. www.instagram.com/normal_bar_ athens

ELLI PERRY A melancholy mesmerist, a ballsy chanteuse or a howling one-woman vocal wrecking crew whose style ranges from Southern Gothic blues and folk to experimental alternative rock and roll.

LIZ FARRELL Jeff Buckleyinspired vocals accompanied by intricate ukulele.

MARY MARGARET COZART

Former Athenian now based in Savannah who crafts beautiful indie rock songs.

Nowhere Bar

9:30 p.m. $10. www.facebook.com/ NowhereBarAthens

PINK BEDS Asheville, NC-based band sitting at the intersection of spacious grooves and lush songcrafting.

with a jazz twist. (10 a.m.)

Boutier Winery & Inn

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

THE NOTHIN NU BAND Good ol’ oldies from the ’60s and up. Ciné

9 p.m. (doors), 10 p.m. (show). $10. www.athenscine.com

TRASH DISCO DJs playing danceable punk, new wave and indie from the ’80s to the ’00s.

Flicker Theatre & Bar

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

LITTLE MAE Indie band with melodic, textural songwriting.

QUENTIN LOVE Bubbly indie pop with leanings into country and sunshine pop psychedelia.

THOMAS FULFORD Alternative indie musician.

The Foundry

7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $20 (adv.), $25. bit.ly/Kinchafoonee April12

KINCHAFOONEE COWBOYS

Long-running country band from

THE MUCKERS Atlanta Irish folk punk veterans with a crowd-engaging live show.

Nowhere Bar

7 p.m. (doors), 9:30 p.m. (show). $15 (adv.), $20 (under 21). www.pylon reenactmentsociety.com

PYLON REENACTMENT SOCIETY Vanessa Briscoe Hay and an all-star cast of locals play the music of Pylon, plus new originals. IT’S SNAKES Charlotte, NC-based band led by vocalist and drummer Hope Nicholls (Fetchin’ Bones, Sugarsmack, Snagglepuss).

Sunday 13

Athentic Brewing Co. The Top Chop Market. 2–6 p.m. www. athenticbrewing.com

CAUGHY Artist combining assorted synthesizers, drum machines and vocals to create simple yet charmingly vulnerable productions. (5 p.m.)

The Root

8:30 p.m. www.facebook.com/Aubrey EntertainmentAthensGA MIGHTY MCFLY ’80s-inspired party band.

Saturday 12

119 Sylvia Circle

Attaboy Tapes House Show. 7 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/marie marie.music

MARIE MARIE ’60s pop-inspired group in the songwriting vein of The Beatles and Brian Wilson.

ZACH RITTER AND THE ETERNAL SOUP The quietest band in town.

Athentic Brewing Co.

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

MARY & THE HOT HOTTY-HOTS

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

Bishop Park

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

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

TRIO METRO Formerly known as Take3, this piano, sax and drums trio plays jazz standards and an array of more contemporary covers

South Georgia that was established in 1991.

KIMBERLY MORGAN YORK A vibrant blend of classic country and camp with a dash of ’70s pop. Front Porch Bookstore

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

MONSIGNOR DONOVAN RAM

BAND The Catholic high school’s rock band.

Hendershot’s

7 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.com

BLUE ALLEY Blues band from Germany.

MICHAEL GUTHRIE BAND Rock band formed by two brothers in 1964.

Marigold Auditorium for Arts and Culture

7 p.m. $15. www.wintervillecenter. com/marigold-auditorium

ARTIE BALL SWING BAND

Swing, blues, boogie and Dixieland with all the camp and candor of the glory days of the ’30s and ’40s.

Normal Bar

7 p.m. $10. www.instagram.com/ normal_bar_athens

FAWNEY RIG Irish folk-rock project featuring vocals by Claire Campbell (Hope For Agoldensummer) and Nathan Peters (Beat Up) backed by friends to play Celtic classics, foot-stomping jigs, sweet ballads and even a few rockers.

Boutier Winery & Inn Wine Down. 3–5 p.m. FREE! www. boutierwinery.com

RAIL TOWN Americana husbandand-wife duo.

Five Bar

11 a.m.–2 p.m. www.five-bar.com

SWING THEORY Local jazz trio playing brunch every Sunday. The Globe 4–7 p.m. www.facebook.com/globe. athens

TRADITIONAL IRISH SESSION Easy listening traditional Irish music.

Hendershot’s 6 p.m. (doors), 7 p.m. (show). $12 (adv.), $15. www.hendershots athens.com

BEING DEAD Texas-based band that merges surf rock, freak pop and frantic punk.

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

PENNY LOAFER Local “postcollege rock” band delivering grunge-tinged pop with sweet yet sometimes vicious compositions. Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall

3 p.m. $10 (w/ UGA ID), $50–99. pac. uga.edu

ATLANTA SYMPHONY

ORCHESTRA Conducted by Nathalie Stutzmann and performing

Flipturn will perform at the Georgia Theatre on Tuesday, Apr. 15 and Thursday, Apr. 17.

AMANDA

Tchaikovsky’s Piano Concerto No. 1 and three works by Maurice Ravel. Joined by piainist Anna Geniushene.

No. 3 Railroad Street

6 p.m. $10 suggested donation. www.3railroad.org

FESTER HAGOOD’S MOJO CONFESSIONAL SONGWRITER

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

Rialto Club

5:30 p.m. (doors), 6:30 p.m. & 7:45 p.m. (two shows). $15 (adv.), $20. bit.ly/SegarJazzAug18

CAROL ALBERT Billboard-charting smooth jazz mainstay joined by her band.

SEGAR JAZZ AFFAIR WXAG radio

DJ Dwain Segar curates a night of smooth jazz.

Monday 14

40 Watt Club

7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $30 (adv.), $35. www.40watt.com

THE ARISTOCRATS Rock power trio composed of Guthrie Govan, Bryan Beller and Marco Minnemann.

Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall

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

BRITISH BRASS BAND Spring concert under the baton of Bandmaster Philip Smith with a repertoire including original works, transcriptions of orchestral works, marches and more.

Porterhouse Grill

7 p.m. www.porterhousegrillathens.

com

JAZZ NIGHT Longest running jazz gig in Athens featuring a rotating cast of familiar faces performing American songbook, bossa nova classics and crossover hits.

Ramsey Hall

5:30 p.m. FREE! music.uga.edu

UGA TUBA/EUPHONIUM

ENSEMBLE Graduate and undergraduate low brass students play serious original compositions, transcriptions of orchestral literature and lighter arrangements.

Tuesday 15

Ciné

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

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

Georgia Theatre

7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $32–35. www.georgiatheatre.com

FLIPTURN Indie-rock band from Fernandina Beach, FL known for their energetic live shows.

WIM TAPLEY & THE CANNONS

Local alternative, folk-pop songwriter and his band rooted in Americana and neo soul sounds.

Georgia Theatre

Rooftop

10:45 p.m. $15. www.georgiatheatre. com

DRUZIN Spinning a DJ set for the flipturn aftershow!

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

Edge Hall. 3 p.m. FREE! music.uga. edu

GUITAR ENSEMBLE Student ensemble whose repertoire includes

music from a variety of stylistic periods.

Normal Bar 8–11 p.m. FREE! booking@rudy montayremusic.com

OPEN MIC All musicians welcome. Every Tuesday. Nowhere Bar 8 p.m. www.instagram.com/nowhere barathensga PERRY D’ANDREA Frank Sinatra tribute set.

Ramsey Hall

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

OPERA SCENES Solo vocal performance, choral performance and instrumental performance merge for an exquisite evening of musical storytelling.

UGA Tate Student Center

Live in the Lobby at WUOG. 8 p.m. FREE! www.wuog.org EXIT ROW Athens-based bedroom pop with songs about the past haunting the present.

Wednesday 16

Athentic Brewing Co.

7–10 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com

KARAOKE WITH DJ GREGORY

Every Wednesday.

Creature Comforts

Brewery

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

SCARLET STITCH Rock and roll band influenced by outlaw country, jam bands and alternative rock. (6 p.m.)

El Paso Tacos & Tequila

6–10 p.m. www.instagram.com/ elpasoathenss

KARAOKE WITH DJ D00MSDAY Every Wednesday.

Flicker Theatre & Bar

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

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

Georgia Theatre

7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $25–30. www.georgiatheatre.com

STRFKR Indie electronic band that began as the solo project of Joshua Hodges in 2007.

VALGUR Psychedelic-pop band hailing from the town of Juchitán de Zaragoza in Oaxaca, Mexico.

HAPPY SAD FACE Psychedelic pop from Joshua Tree, CA. Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall

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

WIND SYMPHONY Performing the finest standard and new repertoire for wind band.

SYMPHONIC BAND Experienced undergraduate music majors, minors and non-majors from across campus play classic band repertoire and new music.

MaiKai Kava Lounge

7:30 p.m. (sign-ups). FREE! www. instagram.com/bulaatmaikai

MAIKAI OPEN MIC Share your music, comedy and poetry every Wednesday.

Nowhere Bar 9 p.m. www.instagram.com/nowhere barathensga

ERIK OLSON Pianist known for his work in jazz-infused trios and quartets, as well as his recently-formed band, Erik Olson’s Slam Tilt.

LOUIS RAMANOS Composer playing playful, rhythmically driven music spanning jazz, funk and soul. Porterhouse Grill

7 p.m. www.porterhousegrillathens. com

JAZZ NIGHT Longest running jazz gig in Athens featuring a rotating cast of familiar faces performing American songbook, bossa nova classics and crossover hits. f

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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

In-home private music lessons with a local and passionate teacher at a reasonable rate. I come to you! 30 or 60 minute lessons. Experienced with guitar, voice, bass, piano, recording, mixing, songwriting and live performance. (Almost) all ages and skill levels. Cam nortonmusic@gmail.com

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Hi! I’m Pablo, an expert gardener offering personalized care for your landscape. I specialize in low-maintenance, native gardens that support pollinators and biodiversity. Find me @pablofromseed, email pkozatch@gmail.com or call 631-903-4365.

Local Spring Plant Sale! April 12 & 13th, 10a.m.-4p.m. Buy 3 Plants Get 1 Free ~ Bring a Friend Get 50% off a Plant* Pawpaws, Hybrid Chestnuts, Peaches, Hardy Pomegranates, Figs, Elderberries, Hazelnuts, Persimmons, Comfrey & Other Edible Plants! *See Website for Plants, Details & Address of Plant Sale in Forest Heights Neighborhood. www.Forest GardensFarm.com

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