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Back 2 Skool k Vital Knowledge to Help Any Student Pivot Toward a Curated Life By Pete McCommons editor@flagpole.com in college grows hazier by the year. All over campuses all over Athens they’re Nevertheless, a responsibility is a trust, whispering, “Better see what the old dude and a deadline is a commitment. Here are a at Flagpole has to tell us about school.â€? It is few pearls; don’t be swinish. (Oh, come on; a rite of passage for students in the know, surely you’ve at least read the Bible.) and over time, statistics show that 87 First of all, college, like high school percent of students who read this annual and middle school, is not the next step to column do better in school. No one is becoming who you will be. If you look at quite sure why, but statistics don’t lie, and it as preparation for life, you’re not going besides, it has become a sort of good luck to take it seriously. That view means that totem. In 2014, for instance, a pre-business whatever you’re doing student from Acworth, doesn’t really count, Jud Fickling, said he ‌87 percent of students so if you get drunk wasn’t interested in every night, that’s OK, reading what some who read this annual because you’re just old geezer had to say experimenting and about school. He never column do better in school. you’re not really you did get into the Terry yet, just like if you cheat on your girlfriend, College of Business and had to settle for a you’re just gaining life experience while degree in anthropology. you’re still young. This, of course, puts a tremendous The point is that you are already you. amount of pressure on the writing of this You are not going to change into somebody annual back-to-school screed, especially else just because you get that anthropology because some polls have shown that even high school students who read it experience degree—or business, for that matter. Therefore, and here comes the advice an uptick in performance. Months before the deadline, a sense of dread descends, and part: It all counts. If you have trouble with alcohol now, you always will. If you cheat the annual question arises, “What else can now, you’re a cheat and will be one. I say that will guide these students toward This is not rocket science. You are who academic success?â€? The mood is heightened you are and who you will be. It’s very by my own realization that what happened
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simple. It just means you are responsible for what you do. You don’t get a pass just because you’re in school. The good news is that you are privileged to be in a position to learn stuff and to learn from other people, and you need to balance those two endeavors. Studying is your first priority, but it can’t be your only priority. Hanging out with people is just as important, but you can’t let it pull you away from studying. Balance. That’s what you’re learning, and it’s what you’ll always need. A couple of guys I knew in college were smarter than I was. While I got distracted from the outset, joining too many organizations, they spent their first couple of years
in college just concentrating on their studies, really learning stuff and building their average. By their junior year, they had their studies under control, and then they started joining things and widening their circle of friends and acquaintances. That kind of discipline took them on respectively to a law degree and a PhD and great later success. I continued to live a distracted life and finally stumbled into an occupation that feeds on distraction. OK. That’s the wisdom for this year. Read it, and pass it along. Then forget about it. The takeaway is simply this: You are already who you’re going to be; the future is now. Carpe diem! (And learn a little Latin.) f
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Trump Drags Down Isakson The Incumbent Senator Could Find Himself Out of a Job By Tom Crawford tcrawford@gareport.com One year ago, the political experts were sure Georgia voters would deliver the state’s electoral votes to the Republican presidential nominee and reelect Sen. Johnny Isakson to a third term. Twelve months later, things look very different. Recent polls show Democrat Hillary Clinton is either tied or slightly ahead of Republican Donald Trump. Some of the poll analysts are starting to nudge Georgia into the “Leans Democratic� column. Those same polls also show that the Senate race is much closer than expected, with Isakson only holding a single-digit lead over Democrat Jim Barksdale. The senator is one of the best-known names in state politics and has support from prominent Democrats like U.S. Rep. David Scott, former Gov. Roy Barnes and former Sen. Sam Nunn. “I’ve always voted for Johnny Isakson,� Scott said. “He’s my friend. He’s my partner, and I always look out for my partners.� But Isakson was expected to be piling up a bigger lead by now. Barksdale entered the race unknown to probably 99 percent of Georgia’s voters. He hasn’t brought in many contributions, although he has been able to put $3 million in personal funds into the campaign. The last time Isakson ran for reelection in 2010, he had a credible Democratic opponent in Mike Thurmond, a good campaigner with a decent record as the state’s labor commissioner. Isakson clobbered Thurmond by a 58-39 percent margin. If Isakson could beat Thurmond by 19 points, he should be 20 or 25 points ahead of an opponent who’s never run for office before—but he’s not. The only factor that really explains Isakson’s wobbly position is the presence of
Trump at the top of the Republican ticket. Trump’s erratic behavior since the national conventions is dragging down Republican incumbents everywhere. New Hampshire is a good example. Clinton had been holding a three or four point lead over Trump, while Republican Sen. Kelly Ayotte held a small lead over Democratic Gov. Maggie Hassan in the Senate race. As the Trump campaign imploded, however, a new poll last week showed Clinton expanding her New Hampshire lead over Trump to 17 points, while Hassan pushed out to a 10-point lead over Ayotte, a Trump supporter. Isakson is a smart enough politician to know that Trump can be poison to downballot candidates. His strategy was evident during a recent campaign swing in Cobb County, where Isakson was asked by a local reporter if he had endorsed Trump yet. This was his answer: “I think it’s important to be for your ticket. If you’re an elected Republican, I think you have an obligation to be for your ticket. That doesn’t mean you’re blindly for your ticket, but it means you’re supportive of your ticket and you’re supportive of your party.� Nowhere in that thicket of verbiage will you find the words “Donald� or “Trump.� Isakson has health issues to deal with as he runs for a third term. He is nearly 72 and disclosed last year that he had been suffering from Parkinson’s disease, a degenerative disorder of the central nervous system, since 2013. With enough money—Isakson has raised more than $6 million—and an obscure opponent, those kinds of issues can usually be overcome. But when you’ve got a train wreck like Donald Trump at the top of your ticket dragging everybody down, that can make things a lot tougher. f
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What, Exactly, Does Voxpro Do? Plus, Uncooperative Commissioners, Free Buses and 100 Prince By Blake Aued and John Huie news@flagpole.com When the Irish company Voxpro announced Aug. 1 it would open a “Center of Excellence” in Athens that would employ 500 people, it sounded like big news. But the news came with little of the pomp and circumstance usually associated with major economic development announcements like Caterpillar, and curiously few details, such as the location of this “Center of Excellence” within Athens. (Vacant office space within the One Press Place building, according to Ryan Moore, director of the Athens-Clarke County economic development department.) And what does Voxpro do, anyway? Here’s the description from the press release: “Voxpro provides a range of business services, such as multilingual customer experience and technical support solutions, trust and safety monitoring, social media management and product insight. The company works with clients from innovative tech startups to global giants, helping them scale internationally and deliver a high-quality customer experience with every interaction.” Wondering what that even means, I reached out to Gov. Nathan Deal’s office, where a communications staffer referred me to someone at the Department of Economic Development, who referred me to Voxpro PR. Asked for clarification on what employees would be doing in this Athens facility, the Voxpro PR person replied: “Voxpro is Ireland’s largest international provider of customer experience and technical support solutions. The company manages a range of business services on behalf of its partners, such as multilingual customer experience and technical support, trust and safety activity, social media management and harnessing product insights.” OK. Strip out the jargon, and it’s a call center where people provide tech support and make sales calls. So how much will these jobs pay? “Voxpro wages and qualification level vary according to each role,” said the PR person, Ann Marie Slattery. I finally wrung it out of a couple of Athens-Clarke County commissioners, Andy Herod and Melissa Link, that the jobs will pay $25,000–$40,000 a year. Another person told me she’d been offered a job at Voxpro at $12 an hour. Some of the jobs require college degrees. Not to sound ungrateful—jobs are better than no jobs— but Athens has no lack of jobs that pay mediocre wages. Athens has the lowest unemployment rate in the state, as
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well as one of the highest poverty rates in the country. The main problem is that most of Athens’ jobs don’t pay very well. It doesn’t look like Voxpro is going to do much to fix that. [Blake Aued] Cooperative Extension: After a, well, extensive debate, the Athens-Clarke County Commission chose an office park off Atlanta Highway as the site for a new UGA Cooperative Extension office at its Aug. 2 voting meeting. The site was among six put forward by a site-selection committee. After the University of Georgia refused to let ACC build the center on land it owns off South Milledge Avenue, the Cleveland Road site rose to the top because the county is also building a new fire station there, reducing costs for the underfunded $2.5 million SPLOST project. Other sites would have required scaling back the project. Even so, the committee recommended sites on Lexington Road and Gaines School Road over Cleveland Road. Several 4-H representatives and others “It’s been a long ride from the airport, governor. Mind if I use your Center of Excellence?” who use the facility spoke against that site. Link complained that two sparsely attended public hear“It should be something we’re proud of, not something we ings on site selection weren’t well publicized, extension tuck back where people can’t find it,” said Leslie Johnson. employees and a user group were not consulted in the final Tim Denson of Athens for Everyone urged the comstages, and employees have been out of town at 4-H confermission to put off a decision for another round of public ences while the decision was made. comment. Commissioners Harry Sims, who chairs the site-selec“It seems an Eastside location would be more fitting tion committee, and Mike Hamby defended the process as because most farms in the county are located there,” said open and transparent. Commissioner Jerry NeSmith, who another A4E member, Chris Dowd. represents Atlanta Highway, said several master gardeners Commissioner Jared Bailey made the case for rejecting have called him to support the Cleveland Road site. the Cleveland Road location, although he acknowledged he While a site closer to the city core might be preferable, did not have a better one to offer. “It’s not on a bus line,” commissioners Kelly Girtz and Sharyn Dickerson noted Bailey said. “It’s off a congested highway, hidden in a small that 5–7 acres aren’t easy to come by inside the Loop, especommercial park… It’s the worst place you could possibly cially at a price the city could afford. That’s how much land put it. It’s out there. It’s way out there.” Bailey added that the extension service said it needed for office space for 16 he is “disappointed” and “embarrassed” that UGA was not people, classrooms, a 200-person meeting room, parking, more, um, cooperative. Administrators told county officials demonstration gardens and a future pavilion. Nor, as Herod that the extension office did not fit in with the university’s said, is there any guarantee a better site would arise if the master plan.
a “fare waiver” rather than “free” to teach kids the value of a dollar. Some objected to that language as patronizing. (Since 80 percent of youth riders apparently didn’t have a dollar for fare, they probably already know the value of a dollar better than most of us.) Athens Transit estimates that extending it year-round will cost just $40,000 in farebox revenue, which officials think they can make up by cutting costs elsewhere. [BA] Infill Regs: Pushed by planning commissioners to develop rules limiting out-of-scale new “McMansions” in existing neighborhoods, ACC Senior Planner Bruce Lonnee offered several proposals to the Planning Commission last week, including limiting the size of the “envelope” that regulations require a house to be built within. Requiring further
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commission put off a decision. Herod, however, favored a site off Lexington Road that was one of the five finalists. As for accessibility, NeSmith measured the drive times from various points around the county, and said they’re comparable to the current location on West Broad Street because the new site is right off the Loop. It’s easily accessible via Marilyn Farmer Way behind Georgia Square Mall and is just 800 feet from a bus stop, Commissioner Kelly Girtz said. “I don’t see it as inaccessible at all,” he said. After a few minutes’ confusion during a vote to cut off debate, the final vote was 7-3, with Herod, Link and Bailey opposing the Cleveland Road site. The extension, a partnership between UGA and county governments as part of its land-grant mission, is home to the popular 4-H youth leadership program and offers services like classes on farming, environmental stewardship, gardening, cooking, nutrition and family budgeting. [BA]
Free Bus Rides: With much less arguing and by a unanimous vote, the commission also extended and expanded a summer program that has allowed kids ages 5–17 to ride Athens Transit for free. An amendment introduced by Commissioner Kelly Girtz broadened the freefare program to all students with a valid school ID, so highschool students who are over 17 can take advantage of it as well. (He also instructed county staff to come up with a process for home-schooled or privateschool students who lack a school ID.) The fare waiver is aimed at helping low-income students stay out of trouble by making it An artist’s rendering of the 100 Prince development as seen from Childs Street. easier for them to find transportation to work or leisure activities, as well as getting to class setbacks from the property lines, especially for taller houses, would limit house sizes on modest lots, and would if they miss the school bus. The summer pilot program was be “remarkably different from what the code allows today,” successful, with youth ridership quadrupling. Lonnee said. Planning staffers are also proposing a four“Poverty is an extremely difficult problem to attack, but foot-high limit on any retaining walls built within required this program does it very effectively,” local activist Russell setback areas. Edwards said. Also proposed: “context-sensitive design” districts where Girtz’s motion included a provision that the program regulations would vary by neighborhood. Regulations will be reviewed every year, which he noted would be done already allow for such overlay districts, which could be as part of the budget process anyway. But he dropped Sims developed with input from neighborhood residents and and Dickerson’s request that the program be referred to as
100 Prince: Planning commissioners unanimously approved redevelopment plans for St. Joseph Catholic Church on Prince (for the second time, since the developer pulled and then resubmitted the plans). If ACC commissioners approve, the chapel will become a restaurant, other existing buildings will be demolished, and two four-story brick apartment buildings (one behind the other, plus a parking deck) will be built, including ground-floor commercial space facing Prince Avenue. That could include a small supermarket—“at least that’s today’s plan,” petitioner Jim Warnes told the Planning Commission. And seven smaller apartment buildings will be built farther back on the six-acre property. Neighbors (including the Boulevard Neighborhood Association) have generally supported the plan, and planning commissioners saw it as a reasonable transition between downtown and Prince Avenue. Neighbor Laura Steadman didn’t agree; it’s a “bloated vision,” she said, that “will set the precedent for what will come down Prince.” [JH] f
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administered by the Planning Department. “The sky’s the limit on what you can regulate” in such a district, Lonnee told Flagpole, but pinning down typical or acceptable neighborhood design elements can be hard, and some variation would be allowed. Citizen input on such a system has been mixed. “That’s where we got a lot of our comments, pro and con,” Lonnee said. Several hundred people have commented online or attended public meetings on the various infill proposals—an unusually high level of interest. The suggested infill rules will be honed for the Planning Commission’s September meeting and must eventually be approved by the elected ACC commissioners. Due to “considerable public interest” in “tiny” houses— which can be as small as 100 square feet—a review of relevant local regulations will also be developed. Now, multiple cottages as small as 450 square feet can be built on land zoned multifamily, but 600 square feet is the minimum for single-family homes, Lonnee told Flagpole. While campers or custom-built trailers can be smaller (and can be parked indefinitely in a driveway), no one is allowed to live in them, he said. [John Huie]
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Free Your Mind At Athens Free School, Sharing Knowledge Is a Political Act By Kat Khoury news@flagpole.com
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he Free School movement of the 1960s is seeing a resurgence in Athens. Athens Free School, founded by a group of University of Georgia students and recent graduates, “is a learning community by and for the community,” says one of the founders, Courtney McCracken. The first classes—a discussion of free schools and radical alternative education, and a fabric-dyeing class led by Zipporah Thompson—were held at the Lamar Dodd School of Art during McCracken’s first solo art show, “Knot for Sale.” Born out of an education reform movement in the 1960s and ’70s, free schools are typically small and grow out of a community desire to learn and share information free from government intervention. The schools lack formal teachers or leadership, with hierarchies carefully avoided. The curriculum is whatever people are interested in. At AFS, class choices are extensively varied, including but not limited to shortstory circles, mosquito combat, tiny houses, throat singing, knot tying, juicing, craft swaps, pupusa making, crocheting, copyrights, Spanish immersion, self-advocacy, yoga, grant writing, cyanotypes, meditation, painting, mask making and cooking with anything from yeast to yucca. The founders—who also include Logan Shirah and Lulu Lacy—had played around with the idea of creating a free school, and by a serendipitous meeting through the Bombs Away Collective, a local anarchist group, they were able to bring their ideas together. Shirah had been a member of the Atlanta Free School, and McCracken says that “was a huge help and motivator.” In a free school, McCracken says, you aren’t defined by your job or your place in the economy. “It’s about empowerment and teaching people to have empowerment and autonomy,” she says.
The founders have embraced free-school proponent Jonathan Kozol’s idea of living off the surpluses of universities, which are “incredibly wasteful,” McCracken says. “UGA does have a very growth-centered mindset, getting bigger more than getting better,” Shirah says, but he thinks it’s a good place for AFS to step in. “There is a narrative around town that it’s becoming a nuisance. There’s a tension AFS can resolve a little by using their resources. And the more we can use those resources in a mutually beneficial way, the better.” Finding creative ways to obtain materials for classes is key for AFS, since, after all, “free” is in the name. “Free skill sharing, free information sharing, that’s what it’s all about,” McCracken says. That isn’t to say money isn’t something they’re interested in, though never by means of charging for classes. “To make people pay would be against the philosophy,” Shirah says. One way they’re pursuing funding is by applying for a grant from UGA. The money would be directed to online resources, materials for classes and possibly some compensation to those who spend time doing organizational things for the school. “Already I’m having to do a lot less work than in the beginning,” Shirah says, because the students become the teachers. Anyone can teach a class, whether they have expertise or not. McCracken, who received her master’s degree in fine arts from UGA, teaches what she’s aptly named “The Handy Ma’am Series,” in which she uses her sculpture expertise to teach students how to use basic tools and do simple home maintenance and improvements. Shirah uses his art degree to teach a painting class, but stresses the importance of teaching everything and anything, not just things you get a degree in. Recognizing skills you didn’t know you had is important
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in the school, he says. “When people teach, they may be a rookie, but they’re doing it for themselves just as much as for other people.” The organic nature of allowing people the autonomy to develop a class on their own is important. However, Shirah and McCracken do have a wish list of classes they’d like to see, personally: bookbinding, computer cleaning, lamp wiring, car maintenance “beyond oil changing,” farming and paper making, among others. One class that exemplifies a core concept of free schools is the Anarchism 101 class taught by one of the founders of the Bombs Away Collective. Political education is key, and the AFS founders firmly believe in its importance. “Sharing information freely is a political act. Instead of capitalizing on knowledge and skills, we give them freely out of mutual support and solidarity,” McCracken says. “Free education is political. Gift economy, solidarity—it is all political.” But they do understand that having a balance of accessible and approachable classes is important. “When it comes down to it, all of the classes are rooted in compassion, autonomy and play. Empowerment belongs somewhere in there I think, as well,” McCracken says.
The school has been growing, in terms of teachers, students and number of classes, through word of mouth, flyers and social media. (The Facebook page is facebook. com/athensfreeschool.) But the founders are wary of growing too fast. “I don’t want to judge the success by enrollment,” McCracken says. Shirah agrees: “It’s hard to measure influence. And growth isn’t the goal. We’re not interested in growing big and burning out.” That is a danger with free schools. Part of the reason the Atlanta Free School, which Shirah was a part of and was the model for the AFS, is not up and running right now is because it grew too big, he says, and the school being spread out across the city made it difficult for students to attend. What they do want is to bridge racial and social divides. While AFS was heavy on art school grad students in the beginning, it’s now becoming more diverse. “There are these racial divides” in Athens, Shirah says. “It’s a way to repair damaged relationships and bring people together.” McCracken echoes his sentiment, and is excited about the future of the school. “Athens is the perfect ecosystem to develop what a free school should be,” she says. f
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hen most of the students (and many townies) leave town for the summer, life in Athens slows down considerably. But it doesn’t come to a complete halt. We defeated bills, passed others, built new buildings and elected new leaders. Get caught up on the news: May 11: UGA students, staff and faculty joined forces with local writers and musicians to help convince Gov. Nathan Deal to veto the “campus carry” bill, which would have legalized guns on most parts of college campuses. Clarke County School District administrators said they are holding off on an unpopular plan to pave over a community garden at the West Broad School when the building is converted into CCSD’s new central office. May 18: The rejuvenated Marigold Festival highlighted Winterville’s burgeoning status as a haven for artists and musicians.
June 1: John Knox won an Eastside school board seat, Toni Meadow was elected tax commissioner, and U.S. Rep. Doug Collins was sent back to Congress. Shockingly, those were the only local races on the ballot—and November won’t bring more choices. June 8: A local doctor and builder are teaming up to convert an old cotton mill on Pulaski Street into condos and a “city market” with food and craft vendors. Organizers of the Hot Corner Celebration in a traditionally African-American part of downtown said part of their goal is to bring more minority-owned businesses back to the corner of Hull and Washington.
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May 25: Athens-Clarke County completed renovations to its animal shelter on Buddy Christian Way. Improvements included more dog kennels and new spaces for puppies, cats and kitties. Athens-Clarke County planning commissioners heard a pitch from local developers to ease zoning restrictions on Atlanta Highway and Lexington Road, which could make big boxes easier to build, but could make them even uglier, too. Advantage Behavioral Health Systems closed on the Clarke County School District’s former headquarters off Newton Bridge Road and will use the building to consolidate various employment, addiction and mental health programs in one place. UGA Athletic Director Greg McGarity apologized for including condoms and liquor in Atlanta rapper Ludacris’ rider for a 13-minute G-Day performance at Sanford Stadium.
Widespread opposition to campus carry at UGA helped convince Gov. Nathan Deal to veto the bill.
June 22: AthFest Educates is a nonprofit that raises funds for arts and music education. Yet one of its premier events, AthFest, actually is a money-loser for the organization. A $185,000 transit study recommended that AthensClarke County extend bus service up Danielsville Road and Highway 29 and down Epps Bridge Parkway to Oconee County. Campus Transit and Athens Transit won multimilliondollar state grants to buy electric and hybrid buses. Mothers cleaned up at the Flagpole Athens Music Awards, winning Artist of the Year, Album of the Year and Best Live Performer.
administrators and school board members to tighten up tardiness and truancy policies. Campus carry may have been defeated, but a bill legalizing Tasers on campus took effect July 1. Beth Sale is the new gallery director at the Lyndon House Arts Center, replacing Nancy Lukasiewicz, who retired after 40 years. July 13: In 2005, local skateboarders convinced AthensClarke County officials to build the Skate Park of Athens, but their vision was only half fulfilled. Now, a younger generation of skateboarders is raising money to complete the task. Opponents of the so-called “Opportunity School District” kicked off a campaign to defeat the proposal at the ballot box in November. The constitutional amendment would allow the governor to take over schools he deems to be failing— although “failing” isn’t defined, and he could turn such schools over to private, for-profit corporations. July 20: Hundreds of people gathered at vigils and community forums after yet another spate of cops shooting African Americans and revenge killings of cops. At one, ACC Police Chief Scott Freeman outlined department policies and said he has no tolerance for racist or violent officers.
July 27: A UGA College of Environment and Design graduate is floating a plan to restore the university’s original botanical garden that once straddled what’s now Broad Street. County Attorney Bill Berryman introJune 15: A coalition of local nonprofits opened the Athens Resource Center for The late Jack Davis was known worldwide for his comic-book and magazine illustrations, but in Georgia for his duced a long-awaited local anti-discrimination ordinance, but critics said it didn’t Hope, a “one-stop shop” for housing and cartoons celebrating his beloved Dawgs. go far enough because it only sanctions dishealth care for the homeless. crimination in bars. With schools, shopping, a hospital and a farmers market June 29: Green Party presidential candidate Jill Stein spoke at UGA, casting herself as an alternative for Bernie all within walking distance, the West Broad neighborhood Aug. 3: An audit of ACC Leisure Services found a number Sanders supporters who can’t bring themselves to vote for has a lot going for it. But all those amenities mean gentriof faults with the city’s summer camps. Hillary Clinton. fication isn’t far behind. Local officials are thinking about Jack Davis, who illustrated Mad magazine and drew UGA expanded its medical amnesty policy so that stuhow to revitalize the neighborhood without pushing out dents who overdose on drugs or alcohol won’t get in trouble countless comics and magazine covers, as well as Georgia longtime residents. Bulldog cartoons hanging in homes and businesses all over if their friends call for help. Donald Trump won the endorsement of the biggest, the state, died at age 91. the classiest the most luxurious football coach ever—Vince UGA swim coach Jack Bauerle, an assistant on the U.S. July 6: Athens residents have little to fear from Zika. Dooley. men’s team, talked about his experiences at the Beijing According to a UGA entomologist, the particular type of Need a meal on wheels? Athens food trucks gather Olympics in 2008 and what he expects at the 2016 mosquito we have here in Athens doesn’t carry the virus. every other Wednesday at the Jittery Joe’s Roasting Co. Olympics. Twenty-eight current and former UGA athletes More than half of Clarke County School District stuon Barber Street or (if it rains) under the Classic Center are competing in Brazil. f dents missed more than five days of class last year, leading pavilion.
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place, and so on. Completed crosswords can be submitted to Athens Uncharted to receive prizes donated by some of the participating locations, like Sandy Creek Nature Center, the State Botanical Garden and Bear Hollow Zoo. “Pokémon Go may have dipped into the pot a little, but I hope that the same people that play this and other forms of geocaching will be inclined to play my scavenger hunt while they are out,” says Eskridge. “All in all, we want people to have fun exploring outside [while] using their distraction contraption to learn more about the Athens area.” Craig and Katzman plan on presenting many more Athventures, with no two alike. The goal is for the ongoing archive to serve as a hub for various projects by artists, writers, chefs, musicians, historians and other locals. In addition to Athventures, the Athens Uncharted website features Jukebox, a well-rounded Soundcloud compilation of locals, including mainstays like Drive-By Truckers, Circulatory System, of Montreal and New Madrid, as well as some lesser-known acts. There are also interviews with folk sculptor Harold Rittenberry and craftswoman Sarah Carnes, aka Ms. Creatonomics, plus Setting Solstice, a short film performed by fire dancer Ember Fox. For future projects, visit athensuncharted.com.
Dedicated to documenting the characters who make life in Athens a little more interesting, Athens Uncharted is a fairly new website for sharing creative projects in unique formats. The project is co-produced by Bowen Craig, an author and editor, and Mark Katzman, a writer and musician. With journalistic backgrounds and experiences spanning across literary and performative arenas, it seems only natural for the duo to keep a keen eye on the creative endeavors of other Athenians. “We wanted to capture some of the stories which fall through the cracks,” says Craig. “There are so many interesting people in town doing so many interesting things that sometimes amazing narratives can get lost.” Craig and Katzman became interested in collaboOpen Studio: Local artists lacking the necessary space rating with Will Eskridge after viewing his multimeor equipment to materialize their visions should take dia installation, “Wolf City,” which transformed a note of the Lyndon House Arts Center’s new Open motel room at the Bulldog Inn Annual Art Show into Studio Membership Program, which launches in an immersive experience last year. On the brink of September. The membership grants access to seven launching Athens Uncharted, they wanted to interdifferent studio spaces dedicated to ceramics, jewelry, view the artist, but in a non-traditional way that painting, fiber, woodworking and sculpture, printwould combine a unique project alongside a story. making and photography. Artists are able to work The three eventually sat down to flesh out a new idea independently at their own pace and can use the Eskridge had been brainstorming, and after nearly facilities’ equipment, including a potter’s wheel, kiln, six months of development, the first installment of print press, loom, darkroom and plenty of tools. the website’s Athventure series was launched. The program fits a niche need by offering an Interested in the role mankind plays on the wellaffordable way for adults to explore creative pursuits being of wildlife, for better or worse, Eskridge’s while continuing to foster the community of artists paintings and installations often explore the delicate and art lovers who are regularly engaged through the relationship between nature and technology. Many of center’s exhibitions, workshops and various guilds. his oil paintings juxtapose impressionistic depictions Memberships are particularly beneficial for artists of endangered species of animals alongside hardwho might not be ready or able to invest in a private edged, geometric forms symbolizing the manmade studio and expensive equipment, as well as artists structures that are often responsible for habitat loss Eskridge currently has an exhibit of cyanotype solargrams on view at The World Famous. who would simply like to dabble in several mediums. and environmental destruction. Taking this thoughtStudios can be used up to 32 hours a week, with The first step to participating in Eskridge’s project is to provoking theme off of the canvas and directly to people’s hours held Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1–8 p.m. and print out the crossword puzzle from the website, which fingertips, his latest project utilizes a digital platform Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 10 a.m.–4 p.m. will be used to keep track of trivia answers throughout the through a quick-response code scavenger hunt themed A studio monitor will be present 12 hours a week to assist scavenger hunt. Next, you must download a QR code scanaround local wildlife. ner app to your smartphone. After answering the first trivia with equipment and safety. Memberships cost $65 per “The Athventure concept is meant to be a living and month or $175 for three months, and can be reserved by question online, a location will be revealed. At this estabadjustable art form that gets the community out and calling 706-613-3623 or visiting athensclarkecounty.com/ lishment, you’ll find a QR code with the word “scavenge,” about to these wonderful, Athens-centric locations,” says leisure. f which can be scanned for the clue that reveals the next Eskridge.
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The flagpole Guide to Athens Popfest ReTurner: Popfest’s Founder on Why He Brought It Back By Andy Barton music@flagpole.com Moving to a new town can be daunting. For starters, there’s of Turner’s fellow Athenians, proved to be a taxing venture, and the festival has been dormant since its 2011 edition. the whole “leaving your old life behind” aspect, which “I needed to take time off and wanted to work on other is enough to throw anyone into existential uncertainty. things,” says Turner. “It would take up a large part of my Settling into your new digs and fostering fresh relationyear, which made doing anything else kinda difficult.” ships is a whole other story. Yet Florida native and Athens Returning this week for the first time in five years, Popfest founder Mike Turner wasted no time making the Popfest is once again set to Classic City his new home bring Athenians and outsidin 2004. ers together for multiple “The first Popfest was days of music. Taking place just to celebrate [Turner’s at the Georgia Theatre, record label, Happy Happy 1. Black Kids breaking out was huge. Their first Little Kings Shuffle Club Birthday to Me] moving show outside of Florida was the Athens Popfest in and The World Famous to Athens. There wasn’t a 2007. The rest is history. from Wednesday, Aug. 10 to plan to do a second one or 2. Roky Erickson headlining in 2008. Because, duh! Saturday, Aug. 13, the festianother one beyond that,” 3. Our totally ill-advised craft show component that val’s lineup includes Daniel he says. But despite havhappened in 2011. Johnston, Deerhoof, Elf ing no experience putting 4. Having to police the 40 Watt parking lot because Power, Ought and a reunion on festivals—Turner says two out-of-town bands got completely ripped of legendary local band Love his booking up to that on some homemade hooch… Total babysitting Tractor, plus a slew of uppoint consisted solely of moment. Ridiculous. and-coming talent. single-night house and club 5. The double headlining bill of Man or Astro-man? One can only hope that shows—Popfest continued and Dead Milkmen was a pretty huge standout. A this year’s comeback event to flourish over the years, crazy undertaking that totally worked. convinces Turner to make bringing in some of indeFlagpole columnist Gordon Lamb was a partner in Popfest from 2008–2011. Popfest a regular occurrence pendent music’s most notaagain. “I’m very excited ble names as headliners. about it just being back,” With lots of perforhe says. “It’s been nice seeing people playing and attending mances from the Elephant 6 and HHBTM families, as getting excited.” well as appearances by artists like Mission of Burma, Bob See the full Popfest schedule in this week’s Calendar, and Mould and Throwing Muses, the festival took off. Putting make sure to check out the program insert in this issue. f together an event of its scope, however, even with the help
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In times like these, it’s worth considering the power of joy. Artists and musicians, in particular, can positively affect the tone of the culture. While some channel the chaos and violence of the world into work that’s darker and more cynical, others choose to combat despair with jubilation. Since its birth in 1994, Bay Area band Deerhoof has specialized in an intricate yet ebullient brand of rock and roll that challenges and provokes even as it swells with sunshine. Deerhoof’s music exists in a sort-of sideways reality with a central conceit: Things are never as bad as they seem. “What passes for darkness is often just fear,” drummer Greg Saunier says. “Look at what the candidates are selling; look at what ISIS is selling… You have to laugh at the perversity of it… You rebel. You organize your life without lying, cheating and stealing. Without violence. You get together and rule by consensus, and do it with style.” Even as America stares down the barrel of a Donald Trump presidency, Deerhoof spreads its brand of insurgent positivity. The band’s 14th full-length album, The Magic, was written and recorded in a seven-day sprint in the New Mexico desert and released earlier this year. Saunier says the band’s method is “the most open-ended process you can have without total process disintegration. We never know what will come out.” During the Magic sessions, the group found itself exploring hyper proto-punk, cheeky stadium-rock and other nakedly joyous sounds. The album represents Deerhoof at its freest and finest, all spark with little in the way of deliberation. The group’s spontaneity manifests itself in thrilling ways: the brief feedback breakdown that interrupts a sunny pop number; the lite-jazz interlude that punctuates a math-rock anthem.
Love Tractor Is Up and Running Again By Nathan Kerce music@flagpole.com In celebration of the band’s first two albums being re-released on vinyl, the original lineup of famed Athens alternative band Love Tractor is reuniting on stage for the first time in over 15 years. Mark Cline, Mike Richmond and Armistead Wellford, along with secret “special guests”—and presumably someone, or someones, on drums—will be performing at the Georgia Theatre as part of this year’s Popfest. As easily one of the most sought-after reunions related to Athens’ 1980s golden age, this show has been teased for at least a decade. The spirit of Love Tractor has been kept alive in the meantime by tribute acts such as Fuck Truck (a cheeky reference to the band’s original name) and We Love Tractor, which combined some of the original members with other notable local musicians. While these acts were undeniably entertaining, there has always been a lingering desire to see the old lineup back together, especially with occasional rumors surfacing that the original core trio was meeting up every few years to write new songs. The group’s Popfest show will consist primarily of songs from Love Tractor’s first self-titled record, as well as its follow-up, Around the Bend. These two entirely instrumental albums have long stood as some of the best examples of the “Athens sound,” and, taken together, were a defining moment in the history of college and alternative rock. For locals or out-of-towners with even the slightest interest in the storied history of Athens music, this is set to be the must-see event of a stacked Popfest weekend. Love Tractor plays the Georgia Theatre Saturday, Aug. 13 at 11:15 p.m.
Three of The Magic’s tracks were composed for the HBO series “Vinyl,” which needed an original song for a fictional band to play on screen. Saunier finished his in one day, then he “received an email from Ed [Rodriguez] with a song he had recorded, and one from John [Dieterich]… All three are on the album, but they don’t sound anything alike, even though we were [following] the same instructions.” Deerhoof’s magic lies in its members’ chemistry, which allows the group to experiment while sounding only like itself, and also accounts for its longevity. Though the band may not be a household name, it’s legendary in indie circles, and has managed to continue touring and releasing music steadily—and with a DIY approach—since its inception.
“[Doing it ourselves] was a simple necessity for Deerhoof for the first seven or eight years, when everything we did lost money,” says Saunier. “But once that started to turn around, we hired a booking agent in 2003, and in 2009 a live sound engineer who travels with us in the minivan. “We stayed DIY in other ways,” he continues. “We record and mix our own records; we manage ourselves; we stay hands-on with the record label; we work our merch table.” It’s as much a philosophical decision as a financial one, says Saunier. “When you start outsourcing these jobs, you not only rob yourself of money, but also of experience. One of the great things about being in a traveling musical act is the chance to meet people all over the world.” Deerhoof plays the Georgia Theatre Thursday, Aug. 11 at 12:30 a.m.
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Spaceflyte 4:45 p.m. Wednesday, Little Kings Shuffle Club You don’t always know what you’re getting from a Robert Schneider project, especially in a live setting, but you can usually count on him (and in this case, his Apples in Stereo bandmate and Big Fresh frontman John Ferguson, too) indulging unapologetically in some of his dorkier tendencies—like, say, ELO, or theoretical mathematics—somewhere along the line. Beam a bunch of geometry proofs and homemade synth lines into the sky, and whatever comes back ought to sound pretty close to Spaceflyte. [Adam Clair]
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Five Essential Releases by (or About) Daniel Johnston By Dan Mistich music@flagpole.com While a long list of talent comprises this year’s Popfest lineup, the appearance by folk artist Daniel Johnston is notable for a number of reasons, the least of which is that he rarely performs in front of an audience. Although Johnston spent most of his formative years in the quaint northern panhandle of West Virginia, he became an icon of indie rock outsider art after settling just outside of Austin, TX. If you’re unfamiliar with the Beatles-obsessed singer-songwriter who has spent a lifetime battling mental illness, here’s a primer featuring some of his notable works and others’ takes on his legacy.
Song: Daniel Johnston, “True Love Will Find You in the End” (1984) This is arguably Johnston’s most widely recognized tune, a to-the-point expression of unrequited love and hope that can’t help but tug on your heartstrings despite its grainy production. There’s no direct reference to the singer’s onetime girlfriend, Laurie Allen, but the song is proof that phenomenal art can be the product of ineffable pain. It should only take a few strums of Johnston’s somber guitar before you become a lifelong fan.
Cover Song: Vic Chesnutt, “Like a Monkey in a Zoo” (2004) Although “True Love” is Johnston’s most covered song (Beck, Wilco and Spiritualized have all recorded their own versions), Chesnutt’s beautifully blistered rendition of “Monkey in a Zoo” (originally released on 1980’s Songs of Pain) from the covers collection The Late Great Daniel Johnston: Discovered Covered will absolutely tear you to bits. Listening to Chesnutt’s haunting version, one can’t help but wonder what a collaboration between the two artists would have sounded like if the opportunity had ever presented itself.
Documentary: The Devil and Daniel Johnston (2005) Even with a ringing endorsement from Kurt Cobain, Johnston wrote and recorded in ultra-obscurity throughout the ’80s, ’90s and early 2000s. It wasn’t until the release of this documentary that a wider audience took notice. Featuring interviews from famous fans like David Bowie, Beck, Matt Groening, Tom Waits and others, the documentary makes a compelling argument for why Johnston belongs in the canon of great artists, despite his tumultuous and sometimes heartbreaking life and career. Watch for the anecdote about Johnston attempting to crash his father’s plane during a manic episode.
Album: Daniel Johnston, Is and Always Was (2009) Many of Johnston’s earliest recordings were taped on boomboxes and reproduced on cassette by the songwriter before they ever saw a wider distribution (see Songs of Pain and Hi, How Are You?). Following an uptick of publicity in the 2000s, Johnston’s recordings became more polished and sonically sharper. Earworms like “Mind Movies” and “Queenie the Doggie” have a jangly, singalong quality that feels immediately recognizable and infinitely pure, thanks to Johnston’s childlike vocal delivery. Another Johnston staple, “I Had Lost My Mind,” also gets some sonic massaging, a testament to his ability to write reflexively about his struggles with manic depression. While it may not be Johnston’s most universally lauded record, it’s a fantastic entry point for curious newcomers.
Book: The Incantations of Daniel Johnston (2016) Blending biography with reflective prose about the underside of fame, writer Scott McClanahan takes on Johnston in a medium that the folkster has long obsessed over: graphic novels. It doesn’t hurt that the accompanying visuals, from Spanish artist Ricardo Cavolo, are equally mesmerizing and do a good job of invoking Johnston’s obsessions with demons and his songwriting’s other recurring themes. Although Johnston had little to do with the book’s creation (he’s never met McClanahan and only met Cavalo once), this stunning work is already re-igniting interest in the songwriter’s storied career.
4:45 p.m. Thursday, Little Kings Shuffle Club Pop music is defined by simplicity and straightforwardness, which makes it fertile soil for experimentation, letting the listener fall back on familiarity whenever things get a little too weird. Big Fresh’s eclectic spin on the genre grafts together pop’s most exploratory sounds—the Kinks’ stylistic simulacra, Talking Heads’ global funkiness, the Beach Boys’ irreverence of instrumentation— into a catchy hybrid-of-hybrids that sounds organically sweet with enough sophistication to keep a more refined palate sated. [AC]
Shopping 10:30 p.m. Thursday, Georgia Theatre On its 2015 album, Why Choose, up-and-coming indie act Shopping recasts the taut, rhythmic sounds of the 1980s underground, nodding overtly to influential post-punk groups like Wire, Pylon and ESG while updating that music for the modern age. The London group’s lyrics are often concerned with weighty topics— everything from gender politics to globalization—but that doesn’t mean you can’t still lose your shit dancing to Shopping’s music. (You can, and you should.) [Gabe Vodicka]
Tunabunny 11:30 p.m. Thursday, Georgia Theatre Local experimental pop mainstay Tunabunny has been quiet since the release of its 2014 album Kingdom Technology, but with a new album on the way this year, the band has resurfaced to both confound and delight. One of the primary acts signed to Popfest founder Mike Turner’s HHBTM Records, Tunabunny thrives on experimentation. Listening often feels like playing a game of popmusic Russian roulette: You never know if the group will subvert or embrace the genre’s many tropes. With the new album complete, expect to hear a lot of fresh material. [Nathan Kerce]
His Name Is Alive 11:30 p.m. Friday, Georgia Theatre In the early ’90s, experimental rock band His Name Is Alive was one of the most acclaimed acts signed to legendary independent label 4AD. The band has had its share of rough patches and hiatuses since, but it’s still managed to build quite a legacy. The group’s sound and lineup have drastically changed over the last 25 years, with guitarist Warren Defever serving as the only consistent member. Patterns of Light, HNIA’s new prog-pop album, is set for release in October, and its Popfest set will likely draw heavily from that, as well as songs from the band’s massive back catalog. [NK]
Ought 12:30 a.m. Friday, Georgia Theatre Though Montreal post-punk band Ought has been around for a little over half a decade, it broke through in 2014 with More Than Any Other Day. That album brought international attention and established a definitive sound that the band built upon on its 2015 follow-up, Sun Coming Down. Singer and guitarist Tim Darcy’s deeply personal lyrics and off-kilter, conversational singing style are paired with fierce, slow-building instrumentals to create what often sounds like someone having a mental breakdown in real time. While Ought’s songs can range from staggeringly cynical to purely hopeful, its live show is always an inspirational experience. [NK]
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with the “emo revival.” Emo never went away, but around 2013, bands like Foxing, Modern Baseball and The World Is a Beautiful Place and I Am No Longer Afraid to Die restored the genre to prominence. That’s not to say Foxing is strictly an emo act. Over the course of its albums, Albatross and The Dealer, the group has incorporated post-rock, ambient and electronica on top
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of its base sound. The band’s show is more likely to remind you of Sigur Rós than Sunny Day Real Estate, adding a layer that doesn’t always come across on the records. The Great Outdoors: Dinosaur Jr. and Thursday (Sunday, 6:45 and 7:45 p.m.) While you should say goodbye to the Masquerade’s interior, the outdoor lineup is stacked, and we would be remiss to not give you a few recommendations. First we have Dinosaur Jr., the legendary Massachusetts rock band that keeps reaching new heights. After an extended hiatus from 1997–2005, the group reunited and has since released a great string of albums. This set will be coming directly off the release of the band’s excellent new album, Give a Glimpse of What Yer Not, and should pull heavily from that release. Directly after Dinosaur Jr. is Thursday. After a tumultuous breakup in 2011, the influential post-hardcore band was seemingly fractured beyond repair. However, after a lot of negotiating, Wrecking Ball seemed to mend whatever had broken between the band members, initiating a last-minute reunion. Only a few shows have been announced, and Wrecking Ball will be your first chance to see Thursday in over half a decade. f
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The Powder Room Preps Second LP Plus, More Music News and Gossip By Gordon Lamb threatsandpromises@flagpole.com ONE IN THE CHAMBER: Pre-orders are being taken for the new LP from Athens noiserockers The Powder Room. It’s titled Lucky, and comes courtesy of Minneapolis label Learning Curve Records. A bonus 7-inch record is included, too. Now, this is being advertised as the band’s “debut” album, but it’s really only the debut of its presence on this particular label (which also hosts Athens’ Vincas). All down bros know the band debuted on the vinyl scene back in 2014 with Curtains. Pre-orders ship from the label on Aug. 28, but The Powder Room will play a local release show Aug. 26 at the Caledonia Lounge with the aforementioned
weeks ago and thought I might have amnesia, because I couldn’t remember it at all, yet it came out in January. So I went to the group’s Winston Barbe and asked him. He told me, “[We] self-released it online, and I didn’t do much to promote it outside of having a show where I handed out download codes. We put it out about a year after we finished it and a half-year since we stopped playing. So basically, we were in a weird spot with it—we spent years of our lives working on it and playing the songs, but by the time we put it out we weren’t so much a band anymore. So I decided just to throw it out there mostly for the handful of
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Vincas and Baltimore band Multicult. For more info, see learningcurverecords.com and facebook.com/thepowderroomathens. HEAD TO HEAD: Kinda-famous Athens improviser and composer Killick has completed his second collaborative album with totally-famous improviser and composer Henry Kaiser. Both played guitar on Xenosynchronicity II. The pair first worked together on 2012’s Nikola Tesla High School. Killick says of this new record, “We played prismatic textures and moods, reflecting unabashed (ir)reverence for the styles and stylings of the greats, and for the guitar itself, simply strings tensioned across a board, but so, so much more.” That last bit may be a hyperbolic but, in any case, it is a much lighter and airy-sounding record than the duo’s previous one—perhaps not quite as perceptibly aggressive but equally pointed. A CD version will be available soon, and a preview is available at killick. bandcamp.com, where the entire record should be posted by September. For more information, visit that link or killick.me. CONSOLATION PRIZES: Even though Athens band Velocirapture isn’t really a thing anymore, you can grab a hold of a lot of its history via the newly promoted album VRAP. I started hearing word of this a couple of
people who were genuine fans of the band.” These 17 tracks of indie-psych mostly feature a driving sensibility but occasionally get a little murky. It’s recommended if you dig the Velvet Underground, Flying Nun Records and permanent vacations, and totally not recommended if you don’t. Grab it at velocirapture.bandcamp.com. YES, DEAR, BUT IS IT ART?: Although Meth Wax is no more, project leader Daniel Tanghal hasn’t exactly retired. After hinting at “returning to music someday,” that day came about a month later. He’s just released a new solo album named LSD Snuff Film, his second solo record this year. It’s pretty dang different than the last one, February, released in, uh, February. On that outing, everything was melodic, relatable and all-around tangible. On this new one, Tanghal hits the third rail from the word “go.” It’s loose, it barely acknowledges the existence of rock and roll, and it often intentionally unhinges itself. None of which is to say it’s bad. Far from it. It’s a cool reach of a record that, while it doesn’t always succeed, is a nice set of tunes colored way outside previous defined lines. Also, fans of Tanghal’s older work will still find hints of direct melodicism on tracks like “Femur Lampshade” and “Vegan Cheat Day.” Check it out at danieltanghal.bandcamp.com. f
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Summer 2016 Round-Up What You May Have Missed in Local Food News By Hillary Brown food@flagpole.com Summer is the quietest time of year for restaurants in Athens and, along with the end of the calendar year, the most likely time for them to close. Folks planning on a big splash in the fall, when students and football fans return, might open a new venture a few weeks before August to work out some details before being slammed with customers. That’s a long way of saying that, while some things changed on the Athens food scene between early May and the end of July, there’s a good bit more that’s right on the horizon. Among the places that closed was the Cafe on Prince, formerly inside Piedmont College, which technically shut its doors at the end of April but did so quietly. Transmet West, after trying to make a go of it under new ownership, folded, and Tim Piccolo’s eponymous restaurant in Watkinsville closed, reopening as Bella Noche, a Latin-Italian fusion eatery. The Joshua L. Jones
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Athens branch of Asian chain Tin Drum, in the Beechwood shopping center, by Menchie’s, closed. Etienne Brasserie downtown papered up its windows and stopped answering its phone, and Paul’s Bar-B-Q in Lexington, one of the best pork sources around for generations, stopped doing business. Although Streets is no longer to be found, the Athens food-truck scene ticked up a little bit, with Holy Crepe, Taza, the new Da Munchiezz and Kona Ice holding regular events every other Wednesday, sometimes at the Jittery Joe’s roaster on Barber, sometimes in the Classic Center’s pavilion on Foundry Street. Loosened regulations appear to be slowly having an effect, and trucks can now set up at City Hall on Thursdays. Other itinerant food businesses can be found at the Athens Farmers Market and West Broad Farmers Market. Hankie Pie is selling sweet and savory tiny and full-sized pies at the latter on Saturday mornings.
Epps Bridge Centre, the new outdoor mall in Oconee County, continued to add food options, including a location of quick-service Tex-Mex franchise Diablo’s Southwest Grill. This month will mark the opening of something called Woks Up, a fast-casual stir-fry place that hopes to franchise its concept, and Bone Island Grillhouse, a seafood restaurant with another location in Eatonton. Lighthouse Seafood, formerly on the Eastside and then in Statham, opened up on Vine Street, in the strip mall there. El Azteca, on Oconee Street, was replaced by Taqueria El Agave, which is significantly better. Over in Madison, Farmview Market, a fancy localeats grocery store and butcher, opened, with a restaurant serving breakfast and lunch. On the Eastside, Craft Public House, a gastropub with nice cocktails, is open in the Ansonborough development at Gaines School Road and Cedar Shoals Drive. Not yet finished is a restaurant called Cumberland Island Cafe, inside a planned Flash Foods gas station/convenience store at the corner of Lexington and Gaines School roads, where Williams Hardware was. Downtown, Zombie Coffee and Donuts hosted huge crowds its opening week, with its customizable doughnut toppings and iced coffee made with coffee ice cubes. It’s sure to be popular with students. Cinnaholic, a franchise making gourmet vegan cinnamon rolls, is due to open soon in the Georgia Heights building at Hull and Broad streets. Barberitos will open another location on Highway 29 near Athens Tech, and Hungry Howie’s, a pizza franchise focusing on flavored crusts, will open on Baxter Street by Wingster. Siri Thai is tweaking its original location in the Bottleworks to more of a quickservice model but hasn’t implemented the changes yet, and The Pine in Five Points is adding a bar underneath its space, to be called The Root and open this month. Finally, Shae and Ryan Sims (both ex-Five & Ten, individually ex-a bunch more places) will open Donna Chang’s, making gourmet versions of Americanized Chinese food, in the Henrietta building this fall, adding an exciting option to Five Points. For regular updates on food goings-on, check in with the Grub Notes blog on Flagpole’s website, and be sure to pick up a shiny new Flagpole Guide to Athens for a comprehensive overview of what and where to eat. f
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Squad provides evidence that the DCEU can entertain and excite. Then the narrative kicks in, and the action movie becomes another rote exercise with a ’90s-era villain. It is hard to imagine a larger role being played by any of Suicide Squad’s minor rogue’s gallery outside of Harley Quinn, whom Robbie makes sexy, scary and a whole lot of fun, and Deadshot, mostly By Drew Wheeler movies@flagpole.com due to the casting of Smith. Suicide Squad will most likely be forgotten by the time her plan in play under the supervision of SUICIDE SQUAD (PG-13) Superheroes return the DCEU enters its second phase. Its only Moone’s boyfriend, Colonel Rick Flag (Joel to the big screen for the first time since lasting contribution to the greater universe May’s Captain America: Civil War and X-Men: Kinnaman). Suicide Squad may be more deeply rooted may be the polarizing Joker that possesses Apocalypse. DC’s 2016 started tough, with Jared Leto. The loopy insanity is there, as is in the superhero-movie era before Marvel the critically and commercially disappointa definitive laugh, but the updated appearing Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, and redefined it, meaning it is a watchable ance (the tattoos are fine; the grill is not) the other comic giant was hoping its villain- slice of disposable entertainment. We have relegates this popular supervilous supergroup flick, Suicide Squad, lain to two-bit Gotham gangster. could generate some goodwill for Suicide Squad I dread his eventual team-up the teasers and trailers revealing with Jesse Eisenberg’s appalling the upcoming Wonder Woman and Lex Luthor. Otherwise, it was Justice League. The first half of nice meeting Killer Croc, Captain the movie from writing-directing Boomerang (Jai Courtney, scortough guy David Ayer (End of Watch ing a five on the Tom Hardy scale) is his current zenith) accomplishes and the fascinating Diablo (Jay DC’s goal, though the flick’s legacy Hernandez) once. is bound to be weak to nonexistent. Without a larger emotional conFor the uninitiated, the Suicide nection to its characters, Suicide Squad is a government black-ops Squad provides a low-risk, lowteam composed of mid-to-lowerreward entry to the DCEU. The tier Bat-villains like the Joker’s larger moviegoing public neither even-crazier girlfriend, Harley knows nor cares about these vilQuinn (Margot Robbie), an assaslains. Still, Ayer should have relied sin who never misses called Jail time‌ and the living’s easy. on his crime-drama strengths for Deadshot (the fractionally less the larger plot; why not have this band come to expect timelessness from every charming Will Smith) and a reptilian badof baddies steal something? DC probably subsequent superhero outing. In its first die called Killer Croc (Adewale Akinnuoyecould have benefited more from a ballsact, Suicide Squad does redefine the DC Agbaje, “Lostâ€?). When one of the recruits, out Deadpool of a movie rather than one Extended Universe (DCEU) unsuccessfully a witch named Enchantress who happens so standardized, but at least audiences introduced by BvS. Ben Affleck’s Batman to inhabit a pretty young archaeologist do not have another exhausting Batman v (arguably one of BvS’s highs) tangles with named June Moone (Cara Delevingne, Superman from which to recover. both Deadshot and Harley Quinn in their Paper Towns), goes rogue, intelligence operative Amanda Waller (Viola Davis) puts expository flashbacks. Early on, Suicide CAFÉ SOCIETY (PG-13) It’s time for your yearly dose of Woody Allen. Other than the rare comic gems like Midnight in Paris or shifts in tone or genre like Match Point, every Allen movie feels pretty much the same. Allen channels classic Hollywood in this dramatic rom-com starring Eisenberg—Allen’s best proxy yet—and Kristen Stewart as the young woman for whom he pines. The cast—Steve Carell, Parker Posey, Blake Lively, Corey Stoll, Ken Stott and Jeannie Berlin—is acceptably strong, if not outstanding by Allen standards, and the production design is top-notch. No surprises are in store, and nowadays, those unexpected moments and performances are all that elevates one Allen movie above the rest.
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NINE LIVES (PG) Why did Barry Sonnenfeld direct Kevin Spacey, Jennifer Garner and Christopher Walken in a movie that should have been released in the mid-’90s? Spacey stars as workaholic mogul Tom Brand, who does not take time for his second wife, Lara (Garner), or daughter, Rebecca (Malina Weissman). When he finally decides to buy Rebecca the cat she has been asking for, Tom winds up trapped in the cat thanks to Walken’s strange cat whisperer. Other than the memories of Gremlins conjured by Walken’s pet store, Nine Lives offers nothing to recommend it. An attempt to capitalize on the success of viral cat videos, the family comedy could at least have forgone CGI and shown a real cat in humorous situations. Watching a fake cat get drunk on scotch is worse than watching Garfield gorge himself on lasagna. Or, at least, it is no better. f
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MUSIC | Thu, Aug 11
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Go Bar · 10 p.m. · $5 (headphone rental) Taking a cue from the musicfestival innovation known as the “silent disco,” where concert-goers experience a DJ’s performance through wireless headphones rather than a traditional PA system, twoman enterprise Hush Hush will present similar shows at local venues. Wednesday’s installation features TIME, the new electropsych project from former Prince Rama member Michael Collins, as well as locals L’Or and Half Acid and a Skype-based performance from Ginko. Hush Hush’s headphones also act as a lighting component, says organizer Scott Crossman, “with rainbowcolored illuminations emanating from everyone’s heads in sync with the music.” More cool stuff is in the works, so stay tuned. [Gabe Vodicka]
40 Watt Club · 8 p.m. · $16 A few weeks after he appeared with his Drive-By Truckers bandmate Mike Cooley at the Democratic National Convention, former Athenian and current Portlandian Patterson Hood returns to play a show at his old stomping grounds. The last time we heard new solo material from Hood was on his 2012 album, Heat Lightning Rumbles in the Distance; expect him to run through some of those songs, as well as earlier solo work and various DBT classics. Hopefully, he’ll also preview a few of his contributions to the Truckers’ anticipated upcoming album, the politically charged American Band, recorded at Nashville’s Sound Emporium with the band’s longtime engineer, Athens’ David Barbe, at the helm. [GV]
Farmington Depot Gallery · 6 p.m. · FREE! Self-taught sculptor Kipley A. Meyer presents “Within,” an exhibition exploring the interplay between disparate inspirations, including abstract forms, minimalism, music and communication. The artist’s work is created by assembling and carving solid domestic hardwoods, each time responding to the piece’s natural knots, crevices and other unique markings. Rusted nails and brads are occasionally incorporated before layering on natural milk paint and wax, resulting in earth-toned wall sculptures with deeply grooved geometric patterns. The smooth lines combine with textured surfaces to create forms that are simultaneously rustic and contemporary. Meyer’s exhibition will remain on view through Aug. 28. [Jessica Smith]
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Tuesday 9 CLASSES: Swing Night (Dancefx) A one-hour lesson is followed by a two-hour dancing session. No experience or partner necessary. Every Tuesday. 8 p.m. $3–5. www. athensswingnight.com EVENTS: Open House (Athens Neighborhood Health Center) The health center celebrates National Health Centers Week with offering free health screenings and voter registration. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. 706-255-
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4292, www.athensneighborhoodhealth.com EVENTS: 2nd Tuesday Tasting (Heirloom Cafe and Fresh Market) This month’s theme is “alternative whites.” 6 p.m. $20. 706-354-7901, www.heirloomathens.com EVENTS: Block Party Picnic (Georgia Theatre Rooftop) DJ Osmose spins classic hip-hop and ‘80s boogie vinyl while chefs and bartenders whip up specialty items like smoked ribs, street corn and housemade ice cream sandwhiches. 7–10 p.m. www.georgiatheatre.com
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EVENTS: UGArden Produce Stand (Athens Community Council on Aging) The student-run farm offers sustainably grown fruits and vegetables. 11 a.m.–2 p.m. www. ugarden.uga.edu GAMES: Trivia at the Rail (The Rail Athens) Trivia hosted by Nic every Tuesday. 10:30 p.m. FREE! 706354-7289 GAMES: Locos Trivia (Locos Grill & Pub) Westside and Eastside locations of Locos Grill and Pub feature trivia night every Tuesday. 8 p.m. FREE! www.locosgrill.com
LECTURES & LIT | Sat, Aug 13
MUSIC | Mon, Aug 15
Stan Mullins Art Studio · 5 p.m. · FREE! Following the 2015 release of The Pit, And No Other Stories, local author Jordan Rothacker’s debut mystery novel, And Wind Will Wash Away, explores the religious underbelly of Atlanta through the eyes of police detective Jonathan Wind. Rothacker, who earned a doctorate in comparative literature and a master’s in religion from UGA, has contributed pieces of journalism as well as fiction, poetry and essays to various publications in the past. Hosted by Deeds Publishing, the book launch will include food provided by Heirloom Café, an open bar and live music by Powerkompany, LeeAnn Peppers and Tight Blacks. Sculptor Stan Mullins will also share two of his latest sculptures, a 3D-printed Zeus and a marble Pandora. [JS]
Caledonia Lounge · 7 p.m. · $12–14 Enjoy a rare early-evening Caledonia show Monday. A captivating young buzz band from Brooklyn via Albany, NY, upstart indie-pop collective Florist revolves around 21-yearold frontwoman Emily Sprague and her melodic, confessional songwriting. The band’s debut full-length, The Birds Outside Sang, was released in January via Northeastern imprint Double Double Whammy and has been warmly received by critics and listeners alike. Fellow New York singer-songwriter Emily Yacina is also featured on Monday’s bill, along with Athens’ Jianna Justice and Atlanta’s My Son Gordeaux. All four featured acts share an affinity for bittersweet folk-pop and profoundly personal songwriting, and all are worth your time and dollars. [GV]
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GAMES: Trivia (Hi-Lo Lounge) General trivia with host Caitlin Wilson. 8:30 p.m. FREE! 706-8508561 GAMES: Full Contact Trivia (Johnny’s New York Style Pizza) Play to win. 8 p.m. FREE! johnnyspizza. com/athens GAMES: Bingo (Ted’s Most Best) Win delicious drinks, sweet treats and gift cards. Every Tuesday on the patio. 6 p.m. FREE! www.tedsmostbest.com GAMES: Dirty South Trivia (Taqueria Tsunami, Downtown) Surf
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the trivia wave every Tuesday. 8 p.m. FREE! www.dirtysouthtrivia.com GAMES: Full Contact Trivia (The Savory Spoon) Compete to win prizes. 7 p.m. FREE! 706-367-5721 GAMES: Happy Hour Trivia (The Rook and Pawn) Compete in happy hour trivia hosted by James Majure. First place gets a $30 gift card. 6 p.m. FREE! www.therookandpawn. com GAMES: Full Contact Trivia (Blind Pig Tavern, 2301 College Station Rd.) Every Tuesday. 8:30 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/blindpigtavern
MEETINGS: Coffee Catch-Up (The Rook and Pawn) Network with local startup entrepreneurs and community supporters. Today features Jacob Thomason of RentPost. 11 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.fourathens.com
Wednesday 10 ART: Tour at Two (Georgia Museum of Art) Visitors are invited to choose the subject of this tour on the museum’s Facebook page. 2 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org
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COMEDY: Gin and Jokes (Buffalo’s Café) Live comedy hosted by Ms. Gin. For ages 21 & up. 7 p.m. $5. 678-374-9848 EVENTS: Athens Farmers Market (Creature Comforts Brewery) Local and sustainable produce, meats, eggs, dairy, baked goods, prepared foods, crafts and much more. Live music from Susan & Maggie. 4–7 p.m. FREE! www.athensfarmersmarket.net EVENTS: Rabbit Box: “Cooking Confidential” (The Foundry) Storytellers share true-life tales. 7 p.m. $7. thefoundryathens.com GAMES: Trivia (Copper Creek Brewing Company) Test your trivia chops for prizes! Every Wednesday. 9 p.m. FREE! 706-546-1102 GAMES: Sports Trivia (Beef ‘O’ Brady’s) Test your sports knowledge every Wednesday night. 8:30 p.m. FREE! 706-850-1916 GAMES: Full Contact Trivia (Blind Pig Tavern, Downtown and Broad St. locations) Every Wednesday. 8:30 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ blindpigtavern GAMES: Dirty Bingo (Grindhouse Killer Burgers) Hosted by Garrett Lennox every Wednesday. Prizes and house cash. 8 p.m. FREE! www. grindhouseburgers.com GAMES: Dirty South Trivia (Mellow Mushroom) Dirty South Trivia offers house cash prizes. 8 p.m. FREE! 706-613-0892 GAMES: Cornhole Tournament (Saucehouse Barbeque) Gather a team and compete. 8 p.m. saucehouse.com KIDSTUFF: Anime Club (Oconee County Library) Watch some anime and manga, listen to J-Pop music, eat Japanese snacks and share fan art. Ages 11–18. 6–8 p.m. FREE! 706-769-3950
MEETINGS: Tech Happy Hour (The World Famous) Meet local entrepreneurs, tech talent and other fellow Athenians who are making cool stuff at this weekly Four Athens networking happy hour. 6 p.m. FREE! www. fourathens.com/happy-hour
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GAMES: Full Contact Trivia (Johnny’s New York Style Pizza) See Tuesday listing for full description 8 p.m. FREE! johnnyspizza.com/athens
GAMES: Entertainment Trivia (Butt Hutt Bar-B-Q) Hosted by Dirty South Trivia. Every Thursday. 8 p.m. FREE! 706-850-8511
Thursday 11 CLASSES: Lunch and Learn (Madison County Library, Danielsville) Eat pizza and get unbiased answers to Medicare questions from a GeorgiaCares expert. 11 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/ madison CLASSES: Windows Basics (Oconee County Library) Learn how to navigate Windows and understand files, settings and accounts. Registration required. 2–4 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee COMEDY: James Gregory (The Foundry) “The Funniest Man in America” has been performing for over two decades. 8 p.m. $23–27. www.thefoundryathens.com EVENTS: Grand Opening (1068 Baxter St.) The Clarke County Democrats celebrate the grand opening of their new campaign headquarters. 5 p.m. FREE! clarkedemocrats. com EVENTS: Healing Circle & Meditation (Body, Mind & Spirit) Experience a variety of healing and meditation modalities. 6 p.m. $5. 706-351-6024 EVENTS: BFK Book Sale (Homewood Village Shopping Center, Hawthorne Ave). Thousands of books for adults and kids. Proceeds benefit Books for Keeps and kids living in the Athens area. On Aug. 21, shoppers can fill up a grocery bag for $5 or a tote bag
$5–7.50. www.athensclarkecounty. com/leisure MEETINGS: Athens Area Newcomers Club (Central Presbyterian Church) This month’s speaker is Father Anthony Salzman, Priest of St. Philothea Greek Orthodox Church. 9:30 a.m. FREE! 706-850-7463, athensareanewcomersclub.org OUTDOORS: Nature Ramblers (State Botanical Garden of Georgia) Learn more about the flora and fauna of the garden while enjoying fresh air and inspirational readings. Ramblers are encouraged to bring their own nature writings or favorite poems and essays to share with the group. 8 a.m. FREE! www.botgarden. uga.edu
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Paintings by Dortha Jacobson are featured in “A-Town,” a group exhibition exploring Athens architecture, currently on view at The Classic Center through October. GAMES: Music Trivia (Saucehouse Barbeque) Meet at the bar for a round of trivia. 8 p.m. FREE! www. facebook.com/saucehousebbq
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GAMES: Duplicate Bridge (Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens) All players welcome. 7 p.m. ejstapler@gmail.com
KIDSTUFF: Mini Olympics (Rocksprings Community Center) Kids compete in Olympic-themed games. For ages 3–5. 10 a.m.
ART: Opening Reception (Farmington Depot Gallery) Sculptor Kipley A. Meyer presents new works for “Within.” See Calendar Pick on p. 24. 6–9 p.m. FREE! www.farmingtondepotgallery.net EVENTS: Perseid Meteor Shower Party (Hard Labor Creek State Park, Rutledge) Gather on the beach for the peak night of the meteor shower. Includes food trucks, an astronomy presentation and live music by The Justin Kennedy Band and Blood on the Harp. 7 p.m.–3 a.m. $5/person, $5 parking. www.gastateparks.org/ hardlaborcreek EVENTS: BFK Book Sale (Homewood Village Shopping Center) See Thursday listing for full description Aug. 11–13 & Aug. 20, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Aug. 14 & Aug. 21, 12–4 p.m. Most items $3 or less. www.booksforkeeps.org k continued on next page
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THE CALENDAR! GAMES: Friday Night Magic Draft (Tyche’s Games) Win prizes. 5:30 p.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com PERFORMANCE: Athens Showgirl Cabaret (Little Kings Shuffle Club) See performances by local drag artists. 10:30 p.m. $5. www.athensshowgirlcabaret.com THEATER: The Odd Couple (Athens Community Theater) The gendertwisting update of the Broadway and television hit stars Leslie Kimbell as Florence Unger and Kris Schultz as Olive Madison. Aug. 12–13, 18–19 & 20, 8 p.m. Aug. 14 & 21, 2 p.m. $12-15. townandgownplayers.org
Saturday 13 ART: Opening Reception (Athens Institute for Contemporary Art: ATHICA) “Watered Down: Under the Influence of John Waters” presents works inspired by the cult filmmaker. 7–9 p.m. FREE! www.athica.org EVENTS: Really Really Free Market (Reese & Pope Park) Bring what you can; take what you need. No bartering, trading or paying. Second Saturday of every month. 12–2 p.m. FREE! reallyreallyfreemarketathens@gmail.com EVENTS: Sustainability Symposium (Madison Morgan Cultural Center) Two lectures discuss historic preservation and sustainable development. Tours of the Cultural Center, Camp Twin Lakes and the Steffen Thomas Museum will be available. 10 a.m.–1 p.m. FREE! mmcc-arts.org EVENTS: The White Linen Scholarship Gala (Hotel Indigo) In addition to college scholarships, the gala will make a donation to students and charity. Enjoy fine dining, poetry and dancing. Music will be provided by John Dun and the Jazzman Bank, Paula Logan and DJ Mellow Myers Howard. 6 p.m. $35–45. 706-338-9301 EVENTS: West Broad Farmers Market (West Broad Market Garden) Shop for fresh and affordable produce and prepared foods. The market also includes kids activities, cooking demonstrations, educational booths and entertainment. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. FREE! www. athenslandtrust.org EVENTS: Athens Farmers Market (Bishop Park) Local and sustainable produce, meats, eggs, dairy, baked goods, prepared foods and crafts. Live music by Rachel O’Neal (8 a.m.) and Claire Campbell (10 a.m.). 8 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.athensfarmersmarket.net EVENTS: Journey Through the Stars (Sandy Creek Nature Center) Participants will learn “What is Special about Our Solar System?” Weather permitting, participants will view sunspots using telescopes with solar filters. 10–11 a.m. $7–10. www.athensclarkecounty.com/sandycreeknaturecenter EVENTS: BFK Book Sale (Homewood Village Shopping Center) See Thursday listing for full description Aug. 11–13 & Aug. 20, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Aug. 14 & Aug. 21, 12–4 p.m. Most items $3 or less. www.booksforkeeps.org EVENTS: Classic City Rollergirls (The Classic Center) The Classic City Rollergirls wage war on wheels in a bout against the Middle Georgia Derby Demons. 7 p.m. $12-14. www.classiccityrollergirls.com GAMES: Shadowfist Dynamic Card Game (Tyche’s Games) Learn to play the Shadowfist Dynamic Card Game. 12 p.m. FREE! 706-3544500, www.tychesgames.com
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KIDSTUFF: T-shirt Painting (Madison County Library, Danielsville) Bring a shirt and get creative. Ages 10 and up. 2 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/ madison LECTURES & LIT: Meet the Author (Stan Mullins Art Studio) Meet local author Jordan Rothacker in celebration of his debut novel And Wind Will Wash Away. Catered refreshments will be available. Live music by Powerkompany, LeeAnn Peppers and Tight Blacks. See Calendar Pick on p. 24. 5 p.m. FREE! www.avidbookshop.com LECTURES & LIT: Meet the Author (Avid Bookshop) Meet Terra Elan McVoy in celebration of This is All Your Fault, Cassie Parker. 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/stronggirlsathens SPORTS: The Ark’s 24th Annual “Swing Fore Hope” Golf Tournament (UGA Golf Course) Includes meals, prizes for winners and mulligan drawings. Proceeds benefit the Ark United Ministry Outreach Center. 7:30 a.m. $100. www.athensark.org
EVENTS: BFK Book Sale (Homewood Village Shopping Center) See Thursday listing for full description Aug. 11–13 & Aug. 20, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Aug. 14 & Aug. 21, 12–4 p.m. Most items $3 or less. www.booksforkeeps.org GAMES: Trivia (Brixx Wood Fired Pizza) Test your skills. Every Sunday. 9 p.m. FREE! 706-395-1660 GAMES: Netrunner Open Play (Tyche’s Games) All are welcome to join in. 12:30–4:30 p.m. FREE! www. tychesgames.com GAMES: Trivia Night (Buffalo’s Café) Alan’s Challenge. Every Sunday. 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.buffalos.com/ athens THEATER: The Odd Couple (Athens Community Theater) See Friday listing for full description Aug. 12–13, 18–19 & 20, 8 p.m. Aug. 14 & 21, 2 p.m. $12-15. townandgownplayers.org
Monday 15 EVENTS: UGArden Produce Stand (Clarke Middle School) The studentrun organic farm presents locally grown fruits and veggies. 4–6 p.m. www.ugarden.uga.edu
Tuesday 16 CLASSES: Swing Night (Dancefx) A one-hour lesson is followed by a two-hour dancing session. No experience or partner necessary. Every Tuesday. 8 p.m. $3–5. www. athensswingnight.com EVENTS: Western Square Dancing (Buffalo’s Café) With Randy Ramsey. 7 p.m. www.buffalos.com EVENTS: UGArden Produce Stand (Athens Community Council on Aging) The student-run farm offers sustainably grown fruits and vegetables. 11 a.m.–2 p.m. www. ugarden.uga.edu EVENTS: Collective Harvest CSA Kick-Off (Georgia Cycle Sport) The multi-farm CSA offers veggies and other items from 1000 Faces, Native Honey, Darby, DaySpring and The Comerian. Learn more information about Collective Harvest. 4:30–6:30 p.m. FREE! collectiveharvest@ gmail.com GAMES: Trivia (Hi-Lo Lounge) See Tuesday listing for full description 8:30 p.m. FREE! 706-850-8561 GAMES: Trivia at the Rail (The Rail Athens) Trivia hosted by Nic every
LECTURES & LIT: Meet the Author (Avid Bookshop) Meet Georgia author Cassie Beasley in celebration of Circus Mirandus. 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.avidbookshop.com
Wednesday 17 ART: Tour at Two (Georgia Museum of Art) Lynn Boland leads a tour of “Paper in Profile: Mixografia and Taller de Gráfica Mexicana.” 2 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org CLASSES: Fall Vegetable Gardening Workshop (ACC Library) Learn about soil prep and harvesting tips to grow carrots, kale, spinach, onions and more. 6–7:30 p.m. FREE! www.ugaextension.com CLASSES: Small Business Class (UGA Small Business Development Center) This session’s topic is “Doing Business with State and Local Governments.” 10 a.m. $29. www.athenssbdc.org CLASSES: Tech Tips (ACC Library) Learn about some of Google Maps often overlooked features. 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/athens COMEDY: Gin and Jokes (Buffalo’s Café) See Wednesday listing for full description 7 p.m. $5. 678-374-9848
GAMES: Dirty South Trivia (Mellow Mushroom) See Wednesday listing for full description 8 p.m. FREE! 706-613-0892 MEETINGS: Coffee Catch-Up (The Rook and Pawn) Jacob Thomason of RentPost discusses B2B (businessto-business) marketing tactics. 11 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.fourathens.com MEETINGS: Community Office Hours (The Globe) Pop in for a quick session of free business advice. Every third Wednesday of the month. 2-4 p.m. FREE! www. fourathens.com MEETINGS: Tech Happy Hour (The World Famous) See Wednesday listing for full description 6 p.m. FREE! www.fourathens.com/happy-hour MEETINGS: Lunch & Learn (Four Athens) Frank Tighe of ATDC discusses “Sales Insights for EarlyStage Medical Device & BioTech Startups.” Lunch is provided. RSVP. 12 p.m. FREE! www.fourathens.com
LIVE MUSIC Tuesday 9 Caledonia Lounge 9 p.m. $5 (21+), $7 (18-20). www. caledonialounge.com MOTHER FORE Local band influenced by Pink Floyd. THE STIR Rock band from Athens and Atlanta. FALCO BROWN Funky, soulful local indie rock band. Flicker Theatre & Bar 9 p.m. www.flickertheatreandbar.com THE MANEUVERS Scrappy poppunk group from Washington, D.C. GRAPE SODA This local duo plays spastic, psychedelic synthpop driven by organ and drums. HOT FUDGE Local project helmed by psychedelic guitar wizard Kris Deason. The Foundry 7 p.m. www.thefoundryathens.com TWO OF US Playing classic love songs. Featuring Kip Jones.
Abbey Road Live plays The Foundry on Friday, Aug. 12. THEATER: The Odd Couple (Athens Community Theater) See Friday listing for full description Aug. 12–13, 18–19 & 20, 8 p.m. Aug. 14 & 21, 2 p.m. $12-15. townandgownplayers.org
Sunday 14 CLASSES: Salsa Cubana (Dancefx) Beginner/intermediate Cuban salsa lessons are held every second and fourth Sunday of the month. 4–6 p.m. $5. salsadancecollective@ gmail.com EVENTS: PawnCon (The Rook and Pawn) PawnCon highlights Reformation Brewery during an outdoor market featuring local businesses and artists. 12:30–5:30 p.m. www.therookandpawn.com EVENTS: Open House (Fuel Hot Yoga) Formerly called Bikram Yoga Athens, the studio offers demos, giveaways and specials. Complimentary yoga classes will be led at 8 a.m., 10 a.m., 12 p.m. and 4 p.m. 8 a.m.–4 p.m. FREE! www. fuelhotyoga.com
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GAMES: Team Trivia (Beef ‘O’ Brady’s) Win house cash and prizes! Every Monday night. 8:30 p.m. FREE! 706-850-1916 GAMES: Magic the Gathering Draughts and Drafts (The Rook and Pawn) Each draft pod gets you a three-pack draft, a participation pack and prize packs for wins. 6 p.m. $15. www.therookandpawn.com GAMES: Duplicate Bridge (Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens) All players welcome. 1 p.m. $5. ejstapler@gmail.com GAMES: Dirty South Trivia: Sex, Drugs and Rock and Roll (Grindhouse Killer Burgers) Team trivia contests with house cash prizes every Monday night. 8 p.m. FREE! www.grindhouseburgers.com GAMES: Dirty South Entertainment Trivia (Ovation 12) Hosted by Nic. Play for prizes. 8 p.m. FREE! www.dirtysouthtrivia.com PERFORMANCE: Guest Artist Concert (Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall) Jack Unzicker from the University of Texas at Arlington will give a double bass recital. 5 p.m. FREE! music.uga.edu
Tuesday. 10:30 p.m. FREE! 706354-7289 GAMES: Locos Trivia (Locos Grill & Pub) See Tuesday listing for full description 8 p.m. FREE! www. locosgrill.com GAMES: Happy Hour Trivia (The Rook and Pawn) See Tuesday listing for full description 6 p.m. FREE! www.therookandpawn.com GAMES: Full Contact Trivia (The Savory Spoon) See Tuesday listing for full description 7 p.m. FREE! 706-367-5721 GAMES: Dirty South Trivia (Taqueria Tsunami, Downtown) Surf the trivia wave every Tuesday. 8 p.m. FREE! www.dirtysouthtrivia.com GAMES: Full Contact Trivia (Blind Pig Tavern) See Tuesday listing for full description 8:30 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/blindpigtavern GAMES: Full Contact Trivia (Johnny’s New York Style Pizza) See Tuesday listing for full description 8 p.m. FREE! johnnyspizza.com/athens GAMES: Bingo (Ted’s Most Best) Win drinks, sweet treats and gift cards. Every Tuesday on the patio. 6 p.m. FREE! www.tedsmostbest.com
EVENTS: Athens Farmers Market (Creature Comforts Brewery) Local and sustainable produce, meats, eggs, dairy, baked goods, prepared foods, crafts and much more. Live music from The Welfare Liners. 4–7 p.m. FREE! www.athensfarmersmarket.net GAMES: Trivia (Copper Creek Brewing Company) See Wednesday listing for full description 9 p.m. FREE! 706-546-1102 GAMES: Sports Trivia (Beef ‘O’ Brady’s) See Wednesday listing for full description 8:30 p.m. FREE! 706-850-1916 GAMES: Full Contact Trivia (Blind Pig Tavern, Downtown and Broad St. locations) Every Wednesday. 8:30 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ blindpigtavern GAMES: Cornhole Tournament (Saucehouse Barbeque) Gather a team and compete. 8 p.m. saucehouse.com GAMES: Dirty Bingo (Grindhouse Killer Burgers) Hosted by Garrett Lennox every Wednesday. Prizes and house cash. 8 p.m. FREE! www. grindhouseburgers.com
Georgia Theatre Block Party Picnic. On the Rooftop. 7 p.m. FREE! www.georgiatheatre.com DJ OSMOSE International touring DJ and Athens resident lays down an all-vinyl set of classic hip hop and ‘80s boogie. On the Rooftop. 11 p.m. FREE! www. georgiatheatre.com WALKER LUKENS Singer-songwriter from Austin, TX. Go Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-5609 EMILEIGH IRELAND Local singersongwriter and former member of indie-pop group Helen Scott performs. ELIOT EIDELMAN Psychedelic folk singer from Southern California. CLAIRE CRONIN Local singer-songwriter by way of Los Angeles who plays delicate, haunting folk music. FABULOUS BIRD Catchy, lo-fi indie rock with the character of old guitars and drums that’ve been collecting dust in a garage for years. DOUG HOYER Local chamber-pop singer-songwriter. Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 8 p.m. FREE! www.hendershotscoffee. com COLIN MANKO TRIO Local force Colin Manko is joined by Phillip Mayer (Kishi Bashi) and Mike Beshara (Indie Killed the Pop Star) for a set of jazz.
The Manhattan CafĂŠ Loungy Tuesdays. 10 p.m. FREE! 706369-9767 DJ NATE FROM WUXTRY Spinning an all-vinyl set of rare and classic deep soul, R&B and blues. Every Tuesday!
Wednesday 10 Blue Sky 5 p.m. FREE! 706-850-3153 VINYL WEDNESDAYS Bring your own records and spin them! Boar’s Head Lounge 10 p.m. FREE! 706-369-3040 LEAVING COUNTRIES OPEN MIC JAM Bands are welcome, backline is provided and the jam rocks until 2 a.m. Caledonia Lounge 9 p.m. $5 (21+), $7 (18-20). caledonialounge.com CIRCLE OF TOTEMS Dark, droning synthwave with intense vocals. TIN FOIL HAT Synthpop band from Asheville, NC. ISAAK PANCAKE Experimental pophop group with interesting beats. Creature Comforts Brewery Athens Farmers Market. 5 p.m. FREE! www.athensfarmersmarket.net SUSAN & MAGGIE Local singersongwriter duo performing catchy tunes.
Porterhouse Grill 6:30 p.m. FREE! 706-369-0990 JAZZ NIGHT The longest standing weekly music gig in Athens! Enjoy an evening of original music, improv and standards.
Thursday 11 The Bar-B-Que Shack 7 p.m. FREE! 706-613-6752 BLUEGRASS JAM Bring your own instrument! All pickers are welcome every Thursday. DePalma’s Italian Cafe 7 p.m. FREE! 706-552-1237 (Timothy Road location) THE LUCKY JONES Rockin’ rhythm and blues from this local band. 40 Watt Club 8 p.m. $16. www.40watt.com PATTERSON HOOD A shining star among the Drive-By Truckers, songwriter and guitarist Hood has a way with a story, blending country and Southern rock styles with a direct approach. See Calendar Pick on p. 24. Georgia Theatre 7 p.m. www.athenspopfest.com ATHENS POPFEST Featuring Dead Neighbors (8 p.m.), Antlered Aunt Lord (8:45 p.m.), Gauche (9:30 p.m.), Shopping (10:30 p.m.), Tunabunny (11:30 p.m.) and Deerhoof (12:30 a.m.).
Buffalo’s CafÊ 7 p.m. $10. www.buffaloscafe.com THE SPLITZ BAND This band’s impressively wide range encompasses classic Motown, funk, disco and both old-school and contemporary R&B. Caledonia Lounge 10 p.m. $7 (21+), $9 (18-20). www. caledonialounge.com GEEZER Local band Come What May masquerades as Weezer. NAIRVANA Nirvana cover band featuring members of The Powder Room. Flicker Theatre & Bar 9 p.m. www.flickertheatreandbar.com TANGO HAMBRE New local project from musician Abel Kleinbaum. THE HONKY-TONKA TRUCKS New local alt-country outfit. 40 Watt Club 8 p.m. $5. www.40watt.com THE COLOUR NEGATIVE Pop-rock band from Atlanta. SON & THIEF Melodic and lush local indie rock band. REVEL IN ROMANCE Indie pop-rock band from Atlanta. The Foundry 9 p.m. $10 (adv)., $13 (door). www. thefoundryathens.com ABBEY ROAD LIVE Beloved local Beatles tribute band known for its attention to detail and musical proficiency.
Go Bar Hush Hush. 10 p.m. 706-546-5609 TIME New psychedelic dance project from former Prince Rama member Michael Collins. See Calendar Pick on p. 24. HALF ACID Greg O’Connell experiments with synths and talk boxes. L’OR Opera-like dream sequences fused with ballet performance art. GINKO Edgar Lopez’s fuzzy, beatdriven experimental hip hop project. This is a special Skype performance.
Go Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-5609 KARAOKE Hosted by karaoke fanatic John “Dr. Fred� Bowers and featuring a large assortment of pop, rock, indie and more.
Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 7 p.m. FREE! www.hendershotscoffee. com W. FREEMAN LEVERETT Local guitarist and songwriter performing a selection of Bossa Nova hits.
Live Wire 8 p.m. $5. www.livewireathens.com SUN-DRIED VIBES South Carolina band plays a reggae-tinted brand of rock. ROBBIE DUDE Local DJ spinning “futuristic, hip hop, electro-soul, funky freshness, wine sippin’, bumpin’, grindin’ bass music.�
Go Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-5609 LINGUA FRANCA Athens-based “chick-rap� project inspired by ‘90s underground hip hop. WESDARULER Local minimalist hip hop producer. AUTUMN SAINTS & SQUALLE Two standouts on the local hip hop scene team up. DJ MAHOGANY Popular local DJ spins freaky funk, sultry soul, righteous R&B and a whole lotta faves.
Lumpkin Street Station 10 p.m. www.facebook.com/ LumpkinStreetStation DIABLO SANDWICH & THE DR. PEPPERS New local band featuring Bo Hembree, Adam Poulin and Scotty Nicholson.
Highwire Lounge 8 p.m. FREE! www.highwirelounge.com LIVE JAZZ Jeremy Raj is bringing together the best that Athens jazz has to offer. A trio of incredibly talented musicians play to a great crowd every weekend.
Nowhere Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-4742 LAGOONS Jammy rock group from Tuscaloosa, AL.
JB’s Smokin’ Pig Barbeque 6 p.m. FREE! 706-705-6116 HUNTER GRAYSON Playing classic country music.
Little Kings Shuffle Club 2:30 p.m. www.athenspopfest.com ATHENS POPFEST Featuring Mythical Motors (2:30 p.m.), minorcan (3:15 p.m), Hunger Anthem (4 p.m.), Spaceflyte (4:45 p.m.), Marshmallow Coast (8 p.m.), Nightblonde (8:45 p.m.), Casper & the Cookies (9:30 p.m.), Cancers (10:15 p.m.), Nana Grizol (11 p.m.), Dressy Bessy (12 a.m.) and Elf Power (1 a.m.). Live Wire 7 p.m. FREE! www.livewireathens.com ATHENS RISING This weekly openmic event features up to 10 artists with two song/10-minute performance slots. Sign up to win prizes! Locos Grill & Pub 6 p.m. FREE! 706-549-7700 (Timothy Rd. location) PULLIN’ STRINGS Bluegrass band playing a mix of originals and covers from the likes of The Grateful Dead and Bob Dylan. Nowhere Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-4742 FORT DEFIANCE Folk trio from Nashville, TN. The Office Lounge 8:30 p.m. FREE! 706-546-0840 KARAOKE With your host Lynn.
Little Kings Shuffle Club 2 p.m. www.athenspopfest.com ATHENS POPFEST Featuring GlĂĄss (2:00 p.m.), Soccer Tees (2:45 p.m.), SHEHEHE (3:30 p.m.) and Big Fresh (4:15 p.m.).
The Office Lounge 8 p.m. 706-546-0840 ALL-STAR JAM Local musician Joey Quiggins hosts a jam every Thursday. Your Pie 6:30 p.m. FREE! 706-355-7048 (Gaines School Road location) LEAVING COUNTRIES Louis Phillip Pelot performs solo sets of funky Southern folk rock ‘n’ roll on guitar, bass drum, harmonica and vocals.
Friday 12 Boar’s Head Lounge 10 p.m. 706-369-3040 CLASSIC CITY JUKEBOX Local allstar rock and roll cover band.
Georgia Theatre 7:45 p.m. www.athenspopfest.com ATHENS POPFEST Featuring Grand Vapids (7:45 p.m.), Feather Trade (8:45 p.m.), Guerilla Toss (9:45 p.m.), The Bastards of Fate (10:45 p.m.), His Name is Alive (11:30 p.m.) and Ought (12:30 a.m.).
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Nowhere Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-4742 TIMI CONLEY AND THE WONDERLAND RANGERS Local pop rabblerouser performs with his new backing band featuring Andrew Hanmer, Kevin Sims, Shelley Lotus, Tony Oscar and Chris Byron. THE TAXICAB VERSES Local group/ recording project inspired by Jim Wilson’s time spent doing field recordings and collaborating with musicians in Ghana. The Office Lounge 6 p.m. FREE! 706-546-0840 JOEY QUIGGINS Local rock and roll singer-songwriter. 8:30 p.m. 706-546-0840 SIMPLE LIFE New local band led by musician Greg Veal. Saucehouse Barbeque 7 p.m. FREE! www.saucehouse.com APALACHEE CROSSING Traditional bluegrass and old-time band com-
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DESIGN COMPANY Countryinfluenced rock group from Perry. EPIFECTS Ambient alternative rock band from Atlanta. Flicker Theatre & Bar 9 p.m. www.flickertheatreandbar.com DJ PIP Spinning all-vinyl rock and roll. 40 Watt Club 10 p.m. FREE! www.40watt.com DJS IMMUZIKATION & TWIN POWERS Two of the Booty Boyz spin the newest dance party jams and classic favorites for your booty shaking pleasure. Front Porch Book Store 6 p.m. FREE! 706-742-7735 JOE CAT Local troubadour whose influences range from Steve Earle and Townes Van Zant to Johnny Cash. Georgia Theatre 7:45 p.m. www.athenspopfest.com ATHENS POPFEST Featuring Outer Spaces (7:45 p.m.), Haybaby (8:30 p.m.), Elekibass (9:15 p.m.),
Iron Factory 10 p.m. FREE! 706-395-6877 ATHENS GUAPFEST Featuring Houdinne, Autobhan, Branstone, DJ Golden and more. Little Kings Shuffle Club 2 p.m. www.athenspopfest.com ATHENS POPFEST Featuring International Friendly (2 p.m.), Big Quiet (2:45 p.m.), halfsour (3:30 p.m.) and Expert Alterations (4:15 p.m.). Nowhere Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-4742 ELYSIAN FEEL New Orleans band that blends funk, jazz, R&B and blues. The Office Lounge 9 p.m. 706-546-0840 REV. TRIBBLE AND THE DEACONS Local group led by Athens rock fixture Rev. Conner Mack Tribble. Saucehouse Barbeque 7 p.m. FREE! www.saucehousebbq.com LILY ROSE Local pop-folk singersongwriter. The World Famous 6 p.m. www.athenspopfest.com ATHENS POPFEST Featuring
Georgia Theatre 8 p.m. $20 (adv.), $25 (door). www. georgiatheatre.com OTEP Female-fronted experimental heavy rock group and art project from Los Angeles, CA. DOLL SKIN Glitter-fueled, teenage rock superheroes performing punkinspired tracks. FIRE FROM THE GODS Five-piece metal act from Pittsburgh, PA. DEAD HAND A well-oiled metal machine of a band. Go Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-5609 JULIA LUCILLE Dreamy lo-fi folk artist from Austin, TX. DOUG HOYER Local chamber-pop singer-songwriter. TAPAJENGA Acoustic post-folk project from Texas. SEADUST MERCURY EXHIBIT New local experimental punk band. Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 8 p.m. FREE! www.hendershotscoffee. com OPEN MIC Showcase your latent musical talent at this open mic night every Monday. Hosted by Larry Forte.
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Saturday 13 Bishop Park Athens Farmers Market. 8 a.m. FREE! www.athensfarmersmarket.net RACHEL O’NEAL Athens-based solo folk artist. (8 a.m.) CLAIRE CAMPBELL Hope For Agoldensummer singer plays a set of soft, haunting folk tunes. (10 a.m.)
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Caledonia Lounge 9 p.m. $5 (21+), $7 (18-20). caledonialounge.com MURDER THE MOOD Local alternative rock band. THE GOOD LOOKS Young band from Madison playing a custom blend of rock, blues, funk, punk and alternative.
Ruby the Rabbitfoot (10 p.m.), Eureka California (10:45 p.m.), Love Tractor (11:30 p.m.) and Daniel Johnston (12:30 a.m.). Go Bar 10 p.m. FREE! 706-546-5609 KARAOKE Hosted by karaoke fanatic John “Dr. Fred” Bowers and featuring a large assortment of pop, rock, indie and more. Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 8 p.m. www.hendershotscoffee.com CHECK THE SIGNS Uplifting local family band. Highwire Lounge 11 p.m. FREE! www.highwirelounge. com SILENT DISCO Dance the night away with wireless headphones and two channels of music. One of them is a request line! Highwire Lounge 8 p.m. FREE! www.highwirelounge.com LIVE JAZZ See Friday’s listing for full description
Johnathan Coody (6 p.m.) and Outersea (6:45 p.m.).
Sunday 14 Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 7:30 p.m. www.hendershotscoffee.com KLEZMER LOCAL 42 Local sevenpiece Klezmer band specializing in Jewish and gypsy music and featuring Dan Horowitz of Five Eight.
Monday 15 Caledonia Lounge 7 p.m. $12 (21+), $14 (18-20). www. caledonialounge.com FLORIST Post-pop band led by sonwriter Emily Sprague. See Calendar Pick on p. 24. EMILY YACINA Lo-fi bedroom-candypop with soft sounds. JIANNA JUSTICE Athens-based indie-folk project with a compelling, summery sound. MY SON GORDEAUX Atlanta and Athens band with a DIY pop sound.
Lumpkin Street Station 10 p.m. www.facebook.com/ LumpkinStreetStation THE DEVYL NELLYS Funky, soulful rock group from New Jersey. Nowhere Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-4742 JAZZ FUNK JAM WITH MASON DAVIS Local jazz musician Mason Davis hosts a jam session. The Office Lounge 8:30 p.m. 706-546-0840 UNPLUG & UNWIND A weekly “acoustic fam-jam” hosted by Joey Quiggins.
Tuesday 16 Caledonia Lounge 9 p.m. $5 (21+), $7 (18-20). caledonialounge.com JOHN DAVIS Member of classic indie rock band from Boston, Folk Implosion performs. EVIL ENGLISH Dark, goth-flavored, experimental, indie rock group from Durham, NC.
The Foundry 7 p.m. www.thefoundryathens.com TWO OF US Playing classic love songs. Featuring Kip Jones. Go Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-5609 L’OR Opera-like dream sequences fused with ballet performance art. W. FREEMAN LEVERETT Local guitarist and songwriter performs a solo set. SOCIAL O No info available. Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 8 p.m. $5. www.hendershotscoffee.com CHAPTER:SOUL A four-piece modern funk and soul band specializing in New Orleans brass.
rock, singer-songwriter, power-pop, British Invasion, originals and TV theme songs. Go Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-5609 ERICA ESO Former member of Cloud Becomes Your Hand performs. GENETIC OUTCAST Sexual noise karaoke with voice memos, samples and soundbytes as sweet as the taste of candy. CGI JOE The skewed pop project of Joe Kubler, formerly known as Rene LeConte. HALF ACID Greg O’Connell experiments with synths and talk boxes. LEISURE SERVICE Michael Pierce of local experimental outfit Wet Garden plays a solo set.
8/18 THE BAND PIANO (Nowhere Bar) 8/19 JOHN DUNN & THE JAZZMAN BAND (Buffalo’s Café) 8/19 HOOKER / IDES OF JUNE / FERRIS AND THE WHEELS (Caledonia Lounge) 8/19 T.S. WOODWARD (Flicker Theatre & Bar) 8/19 REPTAR / NEIGHBOR LADY / VAPERROR (40 Watt Club) 8/19 CALE DODDS / JACOB DAVIS (The Foundry) 8/19 VEGABONDS (Georgia Theatre) 8/19 PERPETUAL GROOVE (Georgia Theatre) 8/19 RANS THOMAS (JB’s Smokin’ Pig Barbeque) 8/20 PURSES / PALACE DOCTOR / BLUE BLOOD (Caledonia Lounge)
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Ought plays the Georgia Theatre as part of Athens Popfest on Friday, Aug. 12. The Manhattan Café Loungy Tuesdays. 10 p.m. FREE! 706369-9767 DJ NATE FROM WUXTRY Spinning a set of rare and classic deep soul, R&B and blues. Every Tuesday!
Wednesday 17 Blue Sky 5 p.m. FREE! 706-850-3153 VINYL WEDNESDAYS Bring your own records and spin them! Boar’s Head Lounge 10 p.m. FREE! 706-369-3040 LEAVING COUNTRIES OPEN MIC JAM Bands are welcome, backline is provided and the jam rocks until 2 a.m. Creature Comforts Brewery Athens Farmers Market. 5 p.m. FREE! www.athensfarmersmarket.net THE WELFARE LINERS This fivepiece bluegrass unit blends classic tunes with melodic, high lonesome originals. The Foundry 8 p.m. $5. www.thefoundryathens.com CALEB KEITH & THE CALAVERAS Local “dusty-boot Americana” outfit. CAMPBELL HARRISON & THE BUCKET SHOT REVIVAL Local group that blends indie rock and Americana sounds. Georgia Theatre On the Rooftop. 7 p.m. FREE! www. georgiatheatre.com JAY GONZALEZ Drive-By Truckers’ keyboardist plays your favorite yacht
Live Wire 7 p.m. FREE! www.livewireathens.com ATHENS RISING See Wednesday’s listing for full description Lumpkin Street Station 10 p.m. www.facebook.com/ LumpkinStreetStation RADIO BIRDS Bluesy, Americanaleaning rock band from Atlanta. THE GEORGIA FLOOD Atlanta-based indie-blues band. Porterhouse Grill 6:30 p.m. FREE! 706-369-0990 JAZZ NIGHT The longest standing weekly music gig in Athens! Enjoy an evening of original music, improv and standards.
Down the Line 8/18 ELECTRONIQUE 808 / Genetic Outcast / Smokedog / SoBrite / L’Or / Tann Jones / Group Chat / Yung Yang / Heat Sureens (Athens Institute for Contemporary Art: ATHICA) 8/18 BLUEGRASS JAM (The Bar-BQue Shack) 8/18 CORTEZ GARZA / KARLIE D. (Flicker Theatre & Bar) 8/18 BUTCH WALKER / THE WIND AND THE WAVE / SUZANNE SANTO (40 Watt Club) 8/18 THE HIGHBALLS (The Foundry) 8/18 SARAH ELIZABETH (Georgia Theatre) 8/18 LUKE COMBS / RAY FULCHER / JOBE FORTNER (Georgia Theatre) 8/18 EXPERIMENTAL EXPERIENCE PROJECT (Hendershot’s Coffee Bar)
8/19 ASHLEY RIVERA BAND / DEADLY LO-FI (Lumpkin Street Station) 8/20 DREAM CULTURE (Creature Comforts Brewery) 8/20 FREE ASSOCIATES / THE GRAWKS / THE PLAGUE (Flicker Theatre & Bar) 8/20 MURK DADDY FLEX / WANDA / CULT OF RIGGONIA / GROUP CHAT (40 Watt Club) 8/20 SHAWN MULLINS (The Foundry) 8/20 BOOTY BOYZ / Immuzikation / Twin Powers / Z-Dog (Georgia Theatre) 8/20 MARC SCIBILIA / ELLIOT ROOT (Georgia Theatre) 8/20 THE HOBOHEMIANS (Hendershot’s Coffee Bar) 8/20 SILENT DISCO (Highwire Lounge) 8/20 VOLT / NATIVE BLOOD / FORBIDDEN WAVES (Little Kings Shuffle Club) 8/20 THE GRATEFUL BROTHERS (Live Wire) 8/20 THE BAMA GAMBLERS (Nowhere Bar) 8/20 RANS THOMAS (Saucehouse Barbeque) 8/20 CRACKER / THE BIG SMOOTH (Southern Brewing Company) 8/20 ADVANCE BASE / HELLO SHARK (The World Famous) 8/21 THE SEGAR JAZZ AFFAIR / Dee Lucas (The Foundry) 8/21 CLASSICAL REVOLUTION (Hendershot’s Coffee Bar) 8/22 TARNATION / WHATEVER WHATEVER (Flicker Theatre & Bar) 8/22 MACDOUGAL BLUES (40 Watt Club) 8/22 NICK DITTMEIER (Georgia Theatre)
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Art 2nd Annual Juried Exhibition (Athens Institute for Contemporary Art: ATHICA) The gallery’s second juried show is open to all artists (all ages and media) with a focus on innovative contemporary art. Annette Cone-Skelton of MOCA GA will be the guest juror. Deadline Aug. 15. Exhibition Oct. 8–Nov. 19. $25. info@athica.org, www.athica.org AthFest Educates Grant (Athens, GA) Individuals or organizations serving you in grades K-8 can apply for grants. Grants can be used for music and arts based nonconsumable equipment, programs and experiences, and professional development for educators or youth specialists. AthFest Educates awards up to $25,000 per grant cycle. Deadline Aug. 19. 706-548-1973, athfesteducates.org Athens Voices (Athens, GA) The “Athens Voices� exhibition at The Dairy Barn in Athens, OH, is open to artists living in any Athens across the country. Deadline Sep. 15. www. dairybarn.org Call for Artists (KA Artist Shop) A 2016 Portraiture Show will be on display Sep.–Oct. Submit photographs and a brief description of work by Aug. 25. kaartistshop@ gmail.com Exhibition Proposals (Lyndon House Arts Center) The center reviews proposals for future art exhibitions twice annually. Exhibitions can be by local, regional, national or international artists, exchange exhibitions from other states and countries, invitational or juried exhibitions, themed exhibitions or exhibitions of historical works owned by local collectors. Due date Sep. 20. www.athensclarkecounty.com/6657/ exhibition-proposal-form
Lickskillet Artists Market (Lyndon House Arts Center) Currently accepting local artist vendor applications for a market on Oct. 22, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. $30–40/booth. Download application from website. Deadline Sep. 19. lhartsfoundation@ gmail.com, www.lyndonhousearts foundation.com Open Studio Membership (Lyndon House Arts Center) Local artists can now access studio facilities through a new open studio monthly membership program. Studios include ceramics, jewelry, painting, fiber, printmaking, photography and woodshop/sculpture studios. Up to 32 hours per week. Begins Sep. 1. $65/month or $175/ three months. 706-613-3623, www. athensclarkecounty.com/leisure “POE-tober� Juried Art Exhibition (ACC Library) The NEA Big Read is sponsoring an exhibition of artwork inspired by the writings of Edgar Allan Poe. All ages and experience levels welcome. Submit images via email. Prizes awarded. Deadline Sep. 11, 8 p.m. Exhibition on view throughout October. acclibrarypoeartexhibition @gmail.com Sculpt Monroe (Monroe, GA) Sculpt Monroe, a partnership between the Monroe Art Guild and Downtown Development Authority, is seeking sculptures for an 18-month outdoor display at various locations downtown. All artists receive $800. Best in Show recieves an additional $500. Deadline Aug. 31. Installation Nov. 1. www.monroedowntown.com/ sculptmonroe 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. tvartgallery@gmail.com
Auditions 1776 (Athens Community Theater) The Town & Gown Players host auditions for a production of 1776. Auditions will consist of a prepared song and cold readings from the script. Aug. 15 & 16, 7 p.m. townandgown players.org
Classes Archery (Hunnicut Farm, Call for Address) Beginner courses, advanced clinics and a youth course are offered. 706-543-3150, www. nowherearchery.com Artist Workshops (KA Artist Shop) “All About Color: Impressionist Still-Life with Will Eskridge.â€? Aug. 23, 6–9 p.m. $40. “Creative Journaling for Adults.â€? Sep. 6, 10:30 a.m. or 6 p.m. $45. “Modern Calligraphy: Beginner’s Basics with Kristen Ashley.â€? Aug. 30 or Sep. 13, 7–9 p.m. $40. “Modern Calligraphy: Brush Lettering, Watercolor Lettering and Envelope Addressing with Kristen Ashley. Aug. 20, 1–3 p.m. $40. “Watercolor Painting for Beginners with Katherine Dunlap.â€? Sep. 12, 19, 26 & Oct. 3, 6–9 p.m. $80. “Silk Painting with RenĂŠ Shoemaker.â€? Sep. 17. $85. www.kaartist.com Body, Mind & Spirit Classes (Body, Mind & Spirit) “Law of Attraction and Manifestation,â€? Tuesdays, 6 p.m. “Mantras and Chants,â€? Wednesdays, 6 p.m. “Healing Circle,â€? Thursdays, 6 p.m. “Bhagavad-Gita,â€? Saturdays, 3 p.m. $5 donation. 706-351-6024 Citizenship Classes (ALCES) Prepare for the citizenship exam and interview through a series of 10 classes. Tuesdays, 7 p.m. $10. 706-549-5002
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“Spotlight,� currently on view at The Gallery@Hotel Indigo through Sep. 15, includes hand dyed washi pieces by Teresa Cole. 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 Code Classes (Four Athens) Learn to code with six-week courses in Web Fundamentals, Intro to Ruby and Intro to JavaScript for beginners, plus intermediate Ruby or HTML/CSS for more advanced skill building. Aug. 29–Oct. 6, Mondays and Thursdays, 6–8 p.m. www.four athens.com/classes Cooking Classes (Olive Basket) “Japanese Grilling� covers tips on using an authentic Konro grill and Japanese Binchotan charcoal. Aug. 20, 9 a.m. $35. “Pasta Class� covers how to make tagliatelle, angel hair, lasagna noodles and filled agnolotti. Aug. 18, 6 p.m. charleshay@olive basketonline.com Functional Flexibility Clinics (AKF Athens Martial Arts) Clinics focus on footwork on Aug. 13, balance in motion on Sep. 10 and core training on Oct. 15. $40–50/session. $80–100/family. 706-353-7743, www.akf-athens. doodlekit.com OCAF Art Classes (OCAF, Watkinsville) “Form & Surface Pottery Workshop with Kevin Snipes.� Aug. 27–28, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. $165. “If You Can Hold a Pen, Pencil or Crayon, You Can Cartoon.� Saturdays, Sep. 3–24, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. $110. “Portrait Drawing with Abner Cope.� Wednesdays, Sep. 14–Oct. 26, 5:30–8:30 p.m. $170. “Pet Portrait in Clay with Jean
Westmacott.� Wednesdays, Sep. 28–Oct. 26, 5:30–8:30 p.m. $170. “Button it Up with Sylvia Dawe.� Oct. 1, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. $95. “Cuttlefish Casting Workshop with Barbara Mann.� Oct. 22, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. $110. www.ocaf.com PALS Institute (PALS Institute) The PALS Institute provides training in GED preparation, literacy, EFL, business and computer skills to women. Women to the World covers the cost of materials and testing fees. 706-548-0000 Quilting Classes (Crooked Pine Quilts) Amanda Whitsel offers classes in quilting and sewing for all levels and ages. 706-318-2334, needleinahaystack7@yahoo.com, crookedpinefarm.blogspot.com Scar Correction & Tattoo Removal (Midnight Iguana) Ron Hendon presents a scar correction and tattoo removal training classes. Sep. 25–28, 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m. 706-255-5897 Spanish Classes (ALCES) ALCES offers beginner and intermediate classes in Spanish. $75 per month, plus materials. 706-549-5002, susan.wilson1998@gmail.com 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. Held every Wednesday in the garden, 5:30–6:30 p.m. $70/10 classes. www.bot garden.uga.edu
Help Out PALS Volunteers Needed (PALS Institute) Women of the World is seeking volunteers to mentor young adult women in earning a GED. Spanish speakers needed. Wednesdays and Thursdays, 9:30 a.m.–1 p.m. womentotheworld.org
Kidstuff Home School Days at Rock Eagle 4-H (Rock Eagle 4H Center) Famlies stay overnight to learn about watersheds and herpetology. Oct. 5–6. Registration deadline is Oct. 7. www.rockeagle4h.org The Heroines Club (1161 Long Rd.) A monthly mother-daughter empowerment circle based on the sharing of real-life heroines and women’s history. $25. www.the motherdaughternest.com
Support Groups Adoptee Support and Encouragement (Oasis Counseling Center) Group meetings are held for teens ages 12–17 to explore and share the feelings, experiences and views of being an adoptee through art, journaling, media and activities. Sep. 15–Nov. 6. 706-543-3522, www.oasis counselingcenter.com Alanon (540 Prince Ave.) Alanon: a 12-step recovery program for those affected by someone else’s drinking. Noon and evening meetings are held throughout the week. FREE! www. ga-al-anon.org
Caregivers’ Support Group (Tuckston United Methodist Church) Find support with other caregivers. 706-850-7272 Life After Diagnosis (Oasis Counseling Center) An ongoing support group aimed at helping those with chronic or life-threatening diseases. Tuesdays, 4–5:30 p.m. www.oasiscounselingcenter.com Project Safe (Athens, GA) Meetings for Athena, a skillsbased group covering relationship topics, are held every Thursday, 12–1:30 p.m. 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. 24-hour crisis hotline: 706543-3331. Teen texting line: 706765-8019. www.project-safe.org 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. First Sunday of every month at 2 p.m. $15. www.themother daughternest.com
On The Street ALT Multi-Farm CSA (Athens, GA) Athens Land Trust’s Multi-Farm CSA provides organic and certified naturally grown vegetables and fruits to Athens area communities. It is currently accepting members for spring. Small and large shares available. Sep. 2–Nov. 23. 706-613-01222, www.athenslandtrust.org Athens PÊtanque Club (Outside of 1000 Faces Coffee) Play a friendly game of Petanque with Le Boule Dawgs at the PÊtanque terrain. Email for next game. athenspetanqueclub @gmail.com, athenspetanqueclub. wix.com/play Athens Street Hockey (YMCA) (Hockey Rink) Players of all skill levels can play in a local hockey rink.
art around town A. LAFERA SALON (2440 W. Broad St.) Artwork by Perry McCrackin. AMICI (233 E. Clayton St.) “Athens in Black and Whiteâ€? benefits A New Hope Animal Sanctuary. Through August. ANTIQUES & JEWELS ART GALLERY (290 N. Milledge Ave.) New paintings by Mary Porter, Greg Benson, Chatham Murray, Candle Brumby, Lana Mitchell and more. ART ON THE SIDE GALLERY AND GIFTS (17 N. Main St., Watkinsville) A gallery featuring works by various artists in media including ceramics, paintings and fused glass. ATHENS ACADEMY (1281 Spartan Lane) On view in the Myers Gallery, the “Retrospective Art Exhibitionâ€? shows works by some of the 300 artists who have displayed at the school in the past. Reception Aug. 28. On view Aug. 15–Oct. 28. ATHENS ART AND FRAME (1021 Parkway Blvd.) Silk paintings by Margaret Agner. Through August. ATHENS-CLARKE COUNTY LIBRARY (2025 Baxter St.) A display of 1996 Atlanta memorabilia includes tickets, clothing, posters, patches, brochures and more. Through August. ATHENS INSTITUTE FOR CONTEMPORARY ART (ATHICA) (160 Tracy St.) “Watered Down: Under the Influence of John Watersâ€? celebrates the cult film director through works in all media. Opening reception Aug. 13. Through Sep. 18. BENDZUNAS GLASS (89 W. South Ave., Comer) The family-run studio has been creating fine art glass for almost 40 years. CIRCLE GALLERY (285 S. Jackson St.) “Practice Practice Practice: Landscape Architects at Work.â€? Through September. CITY OF WATKINSVILLE (Downtown Watkinsville) “Public Art Watkinsville: A Pop-up Sculpture Exhibitâ€? consists of sculptures placed in prominent locations around downtown. Artists include Benjamin Lock, William Massey, Stan Mullins, Robert Clements and Joni Younkins-Herzog. “Artscape Oconee: The Monuments of Artlandâ€? features eight newly commissioned art panels and six refurbished panels of paintings. THE CLASSIC CENTER (300 N. Thomas St.) In Classic Gallery I, “High Contrastâ€? features bold, black-and-white works by Timothy D. Hubbard, Kyle Kizzah, Jon Vogt and Eileen Wallace. • In Classic Gallery II, “A-Townâ€? showcases works examining Athens architecture by Lewis Bartlett, Robert Brussack, Dortha Jacobson and Jacob Wenzka. Through October. CRAFT PUBLIC HOUSE (1040 Gaines School Rd.) Drawings and paintings by Mina Kim. Through Sep. 1. CREATURE COMFORTS BREWING CO. (271 W. Hancock Ave.) Susan Pelham’s collages are influenced by Magic Realism. Through Aug. 20. DONDEROS’ KITCHEN (590 N. Milledge Ave.) The Athens Photo Guild shares a collection of works by members. Through August. EARTH FARE (1689 S. Lumpkin St.) Artwork by Patrick Sprague. FARMINGTON DEPOT GALLERY (1011 Salem Rd., Farmington) Owned and staffed by 14 artists, the gallery exhibits paintings, sculpture, folk art, ceramics and fine furniture. Permanent collection artists include Matt Alston, John Cleaveland, Peter Loose, Michael Pierce, Dan Smith, Cheri Wranosky and more. • New work by sculptor Kipley A. Meyer. Opening reception Aug. 12. Through Aug. 28. FLICKER THEATRE & BAR (263 W. Washington St.) Artwork by Maria Rodriguez. Through August. FRONTIER UPFRONT GALLERY (193 E. Clayton St.) Nature photography by land artist Chris Taylor. GALLERY@HOTEL INDIGO (500 College Ave.) “Spotlightâ€? features artwork by Judith McWillie, Teresa Cole and Pete Schulte. Through Sep. 15. GEORGIA MUSEUM OF ART (90 Carlton St.) “Paper in Profile: Mixografia and Taller de GrĂĄfica Mexicana.â€? Through Aug. 21. • In the Jane and Harry Willson Sculpture Garden, “Twists and Turns: Sculptures by Alice Aycockâ€? includes two sculptures, “Waltzing Matildaâ€? and “Twin Vortexes.â€? Through Sep. 4. • “Recent: Acquisitionsâ€? includes over two dozen works of art in a variety of media: works on paper, decorative arts, works on canvas and a neon light sculpture. Through Oct. 9. GLASSCUBE@INDIGO (500 College Ave.) Jamey Grimes’ Northern Lightsinspired “Auroraâ€? is an installation illuminated by natural light during the
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6:30–8:30 p.m. athensfloorhockey@gmail.com Bike Clinic (1075 W. Broad St.) Learn how to repair your bike with tools and advice from experts. Thursdays, 6–8:30 p.m. $10 donation. bikeathens.com Cause + Effect (Athens, GA) Cause + Effect, a progressive film competition and festival hosted by Alliance for a Better Georgia, is seeking short films focused on social, political, environmental or economic issues facing Georgia. Winners receive a $1000 prize. Submissions accepted through Oct. 2. Winners will be screened at CinÊ in November. FREE! www.causeand effectfilm.org Classic City BBQ (The Classic Center) Now accepting vendor booth applications for food vendors, Tailgate Tradeshow exhibitors and chefs for cooking competitions on Aug. 20. The BBQ festival includes contests, outdoor music stage, kids’
activities and more. Visit website for details. www.classiccitybbqfest.com DIY Craft Kits for Adults (Oconee County Library) Complete an easy to complete do-it-yourself craft with a kit released on the 15th of each month. Kits are limited. 706769-3950, athenslibrary.org/oconee Fall Programs (Athens, GA) Find information about art exhibits, classes, performances, sports, fitness programs, holiday events and other activities for adults and children in the Athens-Clarke County Leisure Services Department’s fall program guide. www.athensclarke county.com/leisure MAUSA Clinic (AKF Athens Martial Arts) The MAUSA Clinic brings together a wide variety of martial artists who will instruct on different topics. No prior training needed. Clinic held Aug. 19, 5–6:30 p.m. and Aug. 20, 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m. $130, $180/family. 706-353-7743, instructor@akfathens.com f
day and a color-based lighting cycle at night. Through September. THE GRIT (199 Prince Ave.) Mina Kim’s drawings and paintings seek to understand her own existence through images of the natural world and symbology. Through Aug. 21. HEIRLOOM CAFÉ (815 N. Chase St.) The “Athens Art Association Exhibitionâ€? includes works by various artists. Through Aug. 29. HENDERSHOT’S COFFEE BAR (237 Prince Ave.) “The Eiffel Towerâ€? includes 13 interpretations of the iconic Parisian landmark by Charley Seagraves. Through August. HIGHWIRE LOUNGE (269 N. Hull St.) New paintings and collages by Logan Shirah. Through August. JITTERY JOE’S DOWNTOWN (297 E. Broad St.) Artwork by Tekla Vanderplas. Through Aug. 15. LOWERY IMAGING GALLERY (2400 Booger Hill Rd., Danielsville) The gallery features paper and canvas giclee prints by Athens artists as well as artists’ renderings of Athens. LYNDON HOUSE ARTS CENTER (293 Hoyt St.) Newly established in honor of the Willow Oak that recently reached the end of its lifecycle, The Tree Gallery showcases photography by Shannon Williams and kid art projects inspired by Gustav Klimt. • In the Lounge Gallery, “Reflections on Yuma Trailâ€? is a series of photographs by Deepanjan Mukhopadhyay, a current graduate student at UGA’s Lamar Dodd School of Art. Closing reception Aug. 18. Through Aug. 20. • “Community Collectionsâ€? features a collection of Athens area dug bottles from Eric Krasle. Through Aug. 27. MADISON COUNTY LIBRARY (1315 GA-98, Danielsville) “Ocean Bound: Upstream and Downstreamâ€? features kaleidoscopic photographs of the Broad River and its tributaries. Through Aug. 29. MADISON MORGAN CULTURAL CENTER (434 S. Main St., Madison) Richard Sudden’s “Illuminationsâ€? use three gallery spaces to explore light, its physical properties and metaphorical meanings. Through Aug. 28. MONROE ART GUILD (205 S. Broad St., Monroe) See 113 artworks by 44 area artists. Through August. OCONEE COUNTY LIBRARY (1080 Experiment Station Rd., Watkinsville) Artwork by Hannah Wolfe. Through August. RICHARD B. RUSSELL JR. SPECIAL COLLECTIONS LIBRARIES (300 S. Hull St.) An exhibition celebrating the UGA Redcoat Marching Band includes photographs, uniforms, sheet music and more memorabilia. Through Dec. 23. STATE BOTANICAL GARDEN OF GEORGIA (2450 S. Milledge Ave.) Drawings and paintings of landscapes and flowers by Tom Polk, a life-long artist and art history professor at Lamar Dodd School of Art who passed away in 2014. Through Aug. 13. THE SURGERY CENTER OF ATHENS (2142 W. Broad St.) Painted quilts by Margaret Agner. Through Sep. 16. SWEET SPOT STUDIO GALLERY (160 Tracy St., Mercury A.I.R.) The gallery presents paintings, ceramics, sculpture, drawings, furniture, folk art and jewelry from artists including Fain Henderson, Michelle Dross, Veronica Darby, John Cleaveland, Rebecca Wood, Nikita Raper, Natalia Zuckerman, Briget Darryl Ginley, Jack Kashuback, Barret Reid, Camille Hayes, Jason Whitley and Ken Hardesty. TERRAPIN BEER CO. (265 Newton Bridge Rd.) Artwork by Ansley Sproull. Through August. UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP OF ATHENS (780 Timothy Rd.) The Women of Watercolor present an exhibit of wide-ranging subjects, styles and interpretations of the world around them. Through September. WHITE TIGER (217 Hiawassee Ave.) Paintings by Ella Salt. Through August. WILLSON CENTER FOR HUMANITIES AND ARTS (1260 S. Lumpkin St.) “Growing Up in the Southâ€? is a photography exhibition presented by the Do Good Fund. The show includes images by Joshua Dudley Greer, Paul Kwilecki, William Greiner, Dave Anderson, Rosalind Solomon, Cynthia Henebry, Whitten Sabbatini, Oraien Catledge, John Menapace and Bill Yates. Through Aug. 15. WINTERVILLE CENTER FOR COMMUNITY CULTURE (371 N. Church St., Winterville) Artwork by Forrest Neely, Kate Blane, Dortha Jacobson, Madison Binkley and Lisa Storey. THE WORLD FAMOUS (351 N. Hull St.) Permanent artists include RA Miller, Chris Hubbard, Travis Craig, Michelle Fontaine, Dan Smith, Greg Stone and more. • Will Eskridge’s “Deep Blue Wavesâ€? is a series of cyanotype solargrams depicting sea creatures assembled from plant life. Through Oct. 1.
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Am I a Bad Friend? Advice for Athens’ Loose and Lovelorn By Bonita Applebum advice@flagpole.com One of my best lady friends needs to couch-surf for the next couple of weeks until she can move into her new place (I hate the college-studenttailored leasing environment here!) and I have a whole extra room that I’d love to offer to her, but the thing is that her boyfriend, a total scumbag, would have to come with her. She and I have been great friends for a few years now, and I hate seeing her waste so much money on Airbnbs and hotel rooms, but when it comes to her man, I just can’t. He does the kind of drugs that no one wants around their home, and I’ve never seen anyone drink so much in my life. She’s a real party girl too (and so am I), but I have to draw a line somewhere! I don’t think there’s anything wrong with smoking a joint or two, but his drug use has gotten them into some really hairy situations in the past, and I’m not trying to have that around me. Like, they’ve had drug dealers show up to wherever they are and shake them down for money he owes, and most of the time it comes out of her pocket because she’s the only one who works. I can’t deal with this guy at all, but my friend is in a real bind. I’m starting to feel bad and like I’m abandoning my homegirl. Am I a horrible friend?
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Basically, my girlfriend cheated on me. I know this because we both got tested before starting to have unprotected sex with each other. She travels a lot and likes to go on tour with her friends’ bands, so she’s had plenty of opportunities to cheat. I’m hurt that she cheated, but I’m honestly disgusted that she went out and had unprotected sex with someone else before doing the same with me. It’s a serious violation of trust. I’m gonna confront her very soon, but I’m afraid I’ll blow up and say some really notfeminist things. I wanna be a great guy and a good feminist, but I feel so betrayed right now that I’m almost positive I’ll lose control and insult her. I’m sure you’ll answer this after all is said and done, but I’d still appreciate your advice on how to handle this. Sincerely, Dismayed and Betrayed Hi Dismayed, Don’t beat yourself up too much about your feelings right now. No one’s perfect, male feminists included, and I really love how honest you are about your battle with lifelong learned
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Not at all! It’s your home, and you know what you will and won’t tolerate. We can’t control whom our friends fall in love with, as much as we’d like to, so we have to find a way to make our friendships work when there’s someone undesirable around. I’d recommend you just try helping them find a temporary home that will work for them. Hit up some of your trashier friends (we all have them). See if someone has a basement that they could crash in. Don’t budge on this guy, though. He sounds like a nightmare, and I think you should trust the inkling that he’s bad news. You don’t want any d-boys kicking down your door, do you? Hi Bonita, I just found out that I have chlamydia. I’m not really that freaked out about the disease itself, because it’s easily curable, but I’ve been in a committed relationship for two years.
misogyny. You have the right to be angry, but certainly not the right to slut-shame your girlfriend—but you already get that. I’d honestly recommend that you just tell her you have an STD that you could have only gotten from her, and then ask her how that happened. Decide where you want the relationship to go from there, but walk away as soon as she’s done explaining herself. Just take yourself out of the situation if you don’t trust yourself to stay calm and respectful. Put your thoughts together on paper first, then either read it to her or mail/email it to her. Think hard about what you want to say before you say it. That way, you know you’ll really say what you mean without letting your emotions get the best of you. f Need advice? Email advice@flagpole.com, use the anonymous form at flagpole.com/getadvice, or find Bonita on Twitter: @flagpolebonita.
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