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Art “Faces of Immigration� (ATHICA) “Faces of Immigration: Community, Culture and Conversation about Immigration in America� is an on-going, participation-based project for the gallery’s exhibition, “This Land: Immigration in the United States.� Bring a story, photograph or image (heirlooms discouraged) that deals with the theme of immigration to pin to the wall during gallery hours. Through May 28. www.athica.org Call for Entries (ATHICA) The gallery is seeking art from emerging Athens-based artists in all media for ATHICA’s annual “Emerges IX� exhibition. Submit work online. A limited number of fee waivers are available for those in financial need. Deadline May 25, 8 p.m. $20 entry fee. www.athica.org Call for Entries (OCAF, Watkinsville) The annual Members Exhibit is open to OCAF members and showcases a wide range of artwork. Members can submit up to two pieces of work, and at least one piece is guaranteed to be accepted. Drop off on May 21, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. FREE! www.ocaf.com Gallery Director Applications (OCAF, Watkinsville) OCAF is seeking a volunteer gallery director to organize exhibitions of local, national and international artists. Interviews midMay. Visit website for application. www.ocaf.com Outside the Lines (Athens, GA) TV Gallery and Pixel & Ink are gathering submissions for the second volume of its all-ages coloring book full of pages created by local artists. Proceeds benefit local public schools and non-profits. tvartgallery@gmail.com
Silk Painting Workshop (Margaret Agner Studio) Margaret Agner leads a two-day workshop on how to dye silk for scarves and fabrics. Materials provided. Register by May 12. Workshop held May 21–22, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. $120. 706-3537719, margaretagner@gmail.com TV Gallery (Athens, GA) TV Gallery is a virtual gallery promoting contemporary art in the Southeast. Email high-resolution .jpegs with the title, media, where you’re from and website to be featured through social media. TV Gallery is also hosting a pop-up exhibition this summer. Submit up to three pieces via email plus $10 via Paypal. Deadline June 1, 7 p.m. tvartgallery@gmail.com
Auditions Wizard of Oz (Athens Little Playhouse) Play a part in this classic tale. Auditions on May 17–18. Performances July 29–31 & Aug. 5–7. athenslittleplayhouse@gmail. com, www.athenslittleplayhouse.net
Classes Artist Workshops (KA Artist Shop) “All About Color: Impressionist Still-Life Painting with Will Eskridge.� May 10, 6–9 p.m. $40. “Drawing 101 with Otto Lange.� May 11, 18 & 25, 7–9 p.m. $101. “Modern Calligraphy: Beginner’s Basics.� May 17, 7–9 p.m. $40. “Modern Calligraphy: Beyond the Basics.� May 24, 7–9 p.m. $40. www.kaartist.com Bikram Hot Yoga (Bikram Yoga Athens) Classes in hot yoga are offered seven days a week. Karma Classes on Sundays at 6 p.m. benefit Project Safe. www.bikramathens. com
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Clay Classes (Good Dirt) Weekly “Try Clay� classes ($20/person) introduce participants to the potter’s wheel every Friday from 7–9 p.m. “Family Try Clay� classes show children and adults hand-building methods every Sunday from 2–4 p.m. $20. 706-355-3161, www.gooddirt.net Knitting Classes (Revival Yarns) “Cables Class.� May 12, 6 p.m. $15. “Knit 1 Class.� May 14, 10:30 a.m. FREE! RSVP. www.revivalyarns athens.com One-on-One Genealogy Assistance (ACC Library) Library staff offer assistance to genealogists and researchers. May 19, 2 p.m. May 11 & 26, 10 a.m. www. athenslibrary.org/athens Salsa Dance Classes (Little Kings Shuffle Club) Cubanstyle salsa dance classes with SALSAthens. No partner necessary. Beginners welcome. Every Wednesday, 7:30-8:30 p.m. $10 (incl. drink). www.facebook.com/ salsaathens Traditional Karate Training (Athens Yoshukai Karate) Learn traditional Yoshukai karate in a positive atmosphere. Accepting new students. No experience necessary. See website for schedule. Classes held Sundays–Wednesdays. FREE! www.athensy.com Zumba at the Garden (State Botanical Garden of Georgia) A dynamic fitness program infused with Latin rhythms. Every Wednesday, 5:30–6:30 p.m. $70/10 classes. www.botgarden.uga.edu
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“Feminine Mystique,â€? a collection of oil paintings by Manda McKay, is currently on view at Just Pho‌And More through May. service opportunities at various organizations. Over 130 local agencies seek help with ongoing projects and special short-term events. www. communityconnection211.org PALS Volunteers Needed (PALS Institute) Women of the World is seeking volunteers to mentor young adult women in earning a GED. The program focuses on business training, computer skills and literacy. Spanish speakers needed. Wednesdays and Thursdays, 9:30 a.m.–1 p.m. www.womentotheworld. org
Kidstuff ACC Summer Camps (Multiple Locations) Athens-Clarke County Leisure Services offers camps in science, dance, sports, art and more. Visit website for dates and details. www.athensclarkecounty.com/camps Art Classes (KA Artist Shop) “Art Club for Teens.� Fridays, 6–8 p.m. $20. “Art Club Junior for Ages 9–13.� Fridays, 4–5:30 p.m. $15. Both classes are taught by Hope Hilton. www.kaartistshop.com Athens Code Camp (Four Athens) Four Athens offers classes focused on programming concepts in Ruby, Python, JavaScript and HTML/CSS. All ages. Laptop required. Register online. Saturdays through July, 9 a.m.–12 p.m. www.fourathens.com/ weekendclasses Hospitality Careers Academy (The Classic Center) High school students interested in the hospitality industry can apply for a week-long academy program. Deadline to apply May 20. July 11–15. $450. 706-357-4521, beth@classiccenter.com Intermezzo Piano Academy (The Church at College Station) Each day offers classes in rhythm, music history, composition, theory and piano ensemble for beginning and intermediate pianists. Ages 5–14. July 18–22, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. $160. www.intermezzoacademy.com New Moon Summer Adventure Camp (Athens, GA) Now accepting registration for a summer camp that travels to different locations daily. Activities include hiking, swimming and boating as well as educational trips. Fee includes all activities and travel expenses. For ages 6–12. Weeks of June 13 & 20 and July 11 & 18, 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m. $175/week. 706310-0013
Portuguese for Kids (Oconee County Library) Kids can learn to speak Portuguese. Wednesdays through June 15, 6:15 p.m. Ages 7–11. www.athenslibrary.org/oconee Report Card Rewards Program (Multiple Locations) Any student K–12 in Athens may bring his or her final report card with all As and Bs to the ACC Leisure Services Aquatics Office for a free summer pool pass or 10 free swims. 706-613-3589, ext. 226 Rooting for Community (Williams Farm, 235 Northside Dr.) Kids can learn the ropes of the farm and make dishes from fresh produce at the Athens Land Trust’s Williams Farm. For rising 5th–7th graders. Full scholarships available. July 6–15, 8 a.m.–4 p.m. $160. 706613-0122, www.athenslandtrust.org Splash Pads (Multiple Locations) The Trail Creek Park Splash Pad is open weekends through May 21 then May 28–Aug. 7, 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m. (Closed Mondays). The Rocksprings Park Splash Pad opens May 28. $1/ person. Pool passes are $30. www. athensclarkecounty.com/splashpad Summer Camps Cornerstone offers two camps for students interested in theater. Elementary Summer Camp, grades 1–5. June 6–9, $90. Middle and High School Summer Camp, grades 6–12, July 18–22, $120. cornerstoneproductions777@yahoo. com, www.princeave.org Summer Camps (Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens) Peace Camp runs June 27–July 1. Hogwarts School at the Pyramid runs July 18–22 and July 25–29, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. 706-546-7914, www.uuathensga.org Summer Theater Camps (Athens Little Playhouse) “Folk Tales,� May 30–June 3. “Mother Goose,� June 6–10. “Circus,� June 13–17. “Fairy Tail,� June 20–24. Visit website for registration form. www.athenslittleplayhouse.net Swim School (Bishop Park, East Athens Community Center & Lay Park) Swim school is for ages 3 & up. Multiple sessions available. $33–50. Check website for dates. www.athensclarkecounty.com/leisure The Heroines Club (1161 Long Rd.) A monthly mother-daughter empowerment circle based on the sharing of real-life heroines and women’s history. The “Little Sisters� Circle is for ages 7–10. The “Big Sisters� Circle is for ages 11–14. Visit website for next meeting. $25. www.themotherdaughternest.com
Theatre Academy (Rose of Athens) “Teaching Life Skills Through Stage Skills.� For grades 1st–12th. Multiple sessions available. June 2–22. $85–385. www.roseofathens.org
Support Groups Amputee Support Group (ACC Library) All are welcome. Meets every first Thursday of the month. Contact Reyna, 706-498-4313 Project Safe (Athens, GA) Meetings for Warriors: Hope & Healing from Domestic Violence Group are held every Tuesday, 6:30–8 p.m., with a dinner on the last Tuesday of each month. Meetings for the New Beginnings Support Group are held every Monday, 6:30–8 p.m., with a dinner on the last Monday of the month. Childcare provided. 24-hour crisis hotline: 706-543-3331. Teen texting line: 706-765-8019. Meeting information: 706-613-3357, ext. 772. www.project-safe.org S-Anon (Cornerstone Church) S-Anon is a support group for family and friends of sexaholics, based on the 12 steps of AA. sunday. afternoons.sanon@gmail.com The Legacy Circle: A Monthly Women’s Empowerment Journey (The Mother-Daughter Nest) Practice the art of sacred selfcare and support your own personal growth. Eight women participate in sacred circling the first Sunday of every month at 2 p.m. $15. www. themotherdaughternest.com
On The Street American Lunch (Multiple Locations) Five Restaurant & Bar offers free meals through a mobile soup kitchen. The food truck is available 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. at Jessie B. Denney Towers on Tuesdays, Sparrows Nest Mission on Wednesdays, and Bigger Vision of Athens on Fridays. www.american lunch.org Athens Street Hockey (YMCA, Hockey Rink) Players of all skill levels can play in a local hockey rink. Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6:30–8:30 p.m. athensfloorhockey@gmail.com Bike Clinic (BikeAthens) Learn how to repair your bike with tools and advice from experts. Thursdays, 6–8:30 p.m. $10 donation. bikeathens.com