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By Gwynne Dyer news@flagpole.com excuses himself from Major Strasser and walks over to the freedom fighter’s table. “Listen, y’all,” Rick says. “I’ve got the letters of transit, and you can have them if the pretty lady will drop by later and pick them up.” The freedom fighter stands up. “I see,” he says. “Well, you don’t, really,” Rick says, “but that’s OK. Listen, Major Bannon over there says they have rigged immigration so that you nor anybody else from any Muslim country they don’t like won’t be able to
An internationally respected freedom fighter enters with a beautiful woman on his arm. She glances with recognition at Sam. Their entrance is watched with great interest by a group of military officers at a corner table. They are accompanied by the local police chief, who introduces the officers to the club owner. “Rick, may I present Major Bannon.” “Hello, Rick,” Major Bannon sneers, extracting a small notebook from his uniform jacket. “Ve know all about you. Ve have a dossier that tells us you have continued to vote Democrat, even though you have been living here in the Middle East ever since you left Paris under suspicious circumstances.” “Is that true?” Rick responds, taking the notebook from Major Bannon’s hand. “Is there something wrong with voting absentee?” “Ve only count Republican absentees now,” Major Bannon hisses. “Ve also have reason to suspect that the stolen letters of transit are here in this café and are intended for that freedom fighter over there. It is useless for you to try to help him. This is a Muslim country, and therefore he will not be allowed into the United States.” “I should think the Supreme Court would have something to say about that.” “Ve are appointing a strict constructionist to the court,” Major Bannon announces. “Is that right?” Rick queries. “What does ‘strict constructionist’ mean?” “It strictly means whatever our Leader says it means.” Major Bannon growls. Sam catches Rick’s eye and nods toward the freedom fighter and the woman. Rick
get into the U.S.A. They have basically abrogated civil rights and constitutional protections for anybody who isn’t a white, Christian Republican.” “They can’t do that,” the freedom fighter says. “We’re talking about America.” “America has changed,” Rick says. “You wouldn’t recognize it. They don’t know what they’re doing, but they don’t care, because they operate on ‘alternative facts.’” “We’ve got to make it to America,” the beautiful woman says. “They know you’d join the protest at JFK as soon as you get off the plane. So, even if my letters of transit get you out of here and you can still walk after that Delta flight, you’ll never make it to America.” “I have fought oppression all over Europe,” the freedom fighter says. “It is time for me to join the opposition in America.” “Oh, you’re a journalist,” Rick says. “Well, good luck.” “Why don’t you join us?” the freedom fighter says. “There’s a cool little town called Athens—not that one—in Georgia—not that one. That’s where we’re headed, and a club like this would go over big there.” “Why Athens?” Rick asks. “Think globally; act locally,” the freedom fighter says. “There’s a resistance movement organizing there, and we want to be part of it. “Hmm,” Rick muses. “There’s a guy wants to buy this gin joint. Maybe I’ll join you. This Athens, it’s a liberal place?” “We’ll be doing everything we can to assure that it is,” the woman says. “Cool,” Rick says. “This could be the beginning of, like, a beautiful friendship, or something.” f
“Passing the TPP [Trans-Pacific Partnership] is as important to me as another aircraft carrier,” said former U.S. Secretary of Defense Ashton Carter two years ago, as the negotiations on the huge new free trade organization were nearing completion. Given that the United States already has twice as many aircraft carriers as all the rest of the world put together, that comment could be taken several ways, but Carter actually did mean that the TPP was strategically important in his eyes. As it was for ex-president Barack Obama, who saw the TPP as America’s main tool for containing China’s growing influence in Asia. China, deliberately excluded from the 12-member club, saw it that way, too. The official Xinhua news agency regularly referred to the TPP as “the economic arm of the Obama administration’s geopolitical strategy to make sure that Washington rules supreme in the region.”
walls, cancel free-trade deals, even launch trade wars. It all sounded pretty credible, if you didn’t know that the vast majority of the lost jobs were really being stolen by robots. So once he was in office, Trump was obliged to “unsign” the TPP deal, even though its main purpose, from Washington’s point of view, had been to perpetuate American economic and strategic dominance in Asia and freeze China out. In the eyes of Trump’s supporters (and maybe even in his own), he was slaying a dragon. The biggest cost to the United States is the fact that America’s defection from the TPP doesn’t automatically kill the notion of an Asian free-trade bloc. Australia is already talking about keeping the TPP going without the U.S., but the likelier outcome is that the Asian members start trying to link up with China, Indonesia and even India in Gobierno de Chile
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It’s Political Cinema time again, folks. The scene is a small club somewhere in the Middle East. The lighting is dim, as if from a lone 40-watt bulb. A man, Sam, plays “As Time Goes By” on a tinny piano. Refugees huddle at the tables, seeking to book passage to America via the plane to Lisbon, a once-a-day Delta flight with legroom designed by toddlers. The café buzzes with the news that two couriers carrying letters of transit have been murdered. Nobody is sure what letters of transit are, but there is great interest.
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But the Obama Administration is gone, and Donald Trump has just cut off that arm. “A great thing for the American worker, we just did,” Trump said after signing a document withdrawing U.S. support for the TPP on Tuesday. In fact, quitting the TPP is unlikely to do American workers much good economically, but it may not do them much harm either. Most analyses have concluded that the deal wouldn’t have had much effect either way on U.S. wages and jobs—but leaving the TPP will certainly have a big impact on U.S. power and influence in the world. Xinhua was right: For Obama, the TPP was always more about the strategic rivalry with China than it was about economics. It still is, but Trump’s electoral strategy has obliged him to declare war on free trade. The voters that Trump targeted most heavily were working-class Americans who felt betrayed and abandoned as well-paying jobs in manufacturing disappeared. However, there was no point in telling them that automation was destroying their jobs (which it is), because he could not plausibly promise to stop automation. But if he claimed that the real problem was free trade, which allowed the Chinese and Mexicans and other sneaky foreigners to steal American jobs… well, he could certainly promise to stop that. He would build
China’s proposed Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership. In that case, the United States could end up excluded from a free-trading bloc that includes half of the world economy. The dominant economy in that bloc would be China’s, so the main practical effect of Trump’s action would be to give a major boost to China’s power and influence. This pattern is likely to be duplicated in other areas where Trump is pledged to abandon long-standing U.S. diplomatic commitments. It is already happening in the domain of climate change, where Trump’s decision to “unsign” the 2015 Paris treaty to curb global warming has opened the door to a leadership role for China instead. At the World Economic Forum’s annual meeting in Davos last month, China’s President Xi Jinping said that “all signatories must stick to” the Paris deal—“walking away” from the pact would endanger future generations. And while Trump is slashing U.S. spending on climate change, Xi has pledged to invest $360 billion in renewable energy in the next four years to reduce China’s greenhouse gas emissions. It’s easy to look good in the eyes of the rest of the world when the standard of comparison is Trump’s administration. He is making China great again, even if that is not quite what he intended. f
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By Tom Crawford tcrawford@gareport.com More than a century ago, New York Surrogate Judge Gideon J. Tucker handed down a legal decision that included this observation of state lawmakers: “No man’s life, liberty or property are safe while the legislature is in session.” I think of that famous quote every year when the Georgia legislature cranks up again, and our lawmakers usually manage to live up to it. Last year, for example, Rep. Tom Taylor (R-Dunwoody) was nailed by the authorities in Rabun County when he was driving at 72 miles per hour in a 45 mph zone. It was later determined that his blood-alcohol content level was .225—more than two and a half times the legal limit. Taylor had a Glock 36 pistol strapped to his waist. Did we mention that this gun-toting legislator with the high blood-alcohol content also had several teenaged passengers in his vehicle? This year, we have seen an interesting twist on the old saying: It was the legislator whose life, liberty and property were in danger. Rep. Gerald Greene (R-Cuthbert) represents a large rural district in southwest Georgia, hit especially hard by the tornadoes and severe weather that recently killed 16 people in South Georgia. Greene was driving home last week, carrying thousand of dollars in donations intended to help the victims of the storms, when he made a stop on Victory Drive in Columbus. An unidentified assailant shot Greene in the leg with a .22 caliber pistol. House Speaker David Ralston’s office initially said that Greene had been shot at a convenience store where he had stopped for gas. The Columbus Ledger-Enquirer dug a little deeper into the story and found out what really happened. For those not familiar with it, Victory Drive is one of the main thoroughfares in Columbus, and is dotted with strip clubs
and adult entertainment venues that go by such names as the Foxy Lady Lounge and the Carousel Lounge. The address where Greene’s shooting occurred, according to police reports, was the Foxes Cinema, which offers a variety of DVDs, magazines, toys and video booths. “There are convenience stores with gas pumps about a mile north and south of the Foxes Cinema, but both are located on the west side of Victory Drive, a road divided by a median,” the Ledger-Enquirer reported. “The Foxes Cinema is on the east side of Victory Drive.” We don’t know all the details of the Greene incident at this time, but I suspect he’s going to have to do a lot of explaining to the folks back home. The gaming industry lobbyists are back to make another pass at adopting legislation that would legalize casino gambling in Georgia—although they don’t like it when you call them “casinos.” The bills introduced in the House and Senate refer to the gaming establishments with the euphemism “destination resorts.” Gambling legislation did not make it to the floor of either chamber for a vote last session. Nearly every lobbyist at the capitol has been put on retainer by one or another of the gaming interests as they double down on their bets to get the package approved this year. At the same time, gun-loving lawmakers will most likely pass another bill to allow firearms on college campuses. This legislation passed last year, but Gov. Nathan Deal vetoed it. Will the governor be able to withstand the pressure this year if the same bill is put on his desk? That’s the legislative agenda for the new session: guns, gambling, casinos and money. What could possibly go wrong? f
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involved in UGA’s various fields of study Diversity and inclusion in the student have risen, it has been over a decade since body and various academic disciplines and the university has last evaluated the rigor research initiatives will be the University and relevance of those programs. The new of Georgia’s priorities, UGA President Jere President’s Task Force on Student Learning Morehead said during his annual State of and Success, co-chaired by Vice President the University address last week. for Instruction Rahul Shrivastav and Vice Of all the achievements and awards the President for Student Affairs Victor Wilson, university has earned over the past year, receiving the INSIGHT Into Diversity Higher Education Excellence in Diversity Award exemplified that “diversity and inclusion are core values of this university,” Morehead said. “We will continue to provide support and resources here to become even more connected.” In order to help recruit students from different financial backgrounds, Morehead introduced the Georgia Commitment Scholarship Program, a scholarship-matching program that would generate 400–600 new need-based scholarships. Any gifts in the amount of $50,000, $75,000 or $100,000 will be matched by the UGA Foundation. As these endowments grow, so will the size of the scholarship award. The Robert W. Woodruff Jere Morehead will meet your needs. Foundation made the initial will assess curriculum to make sure UGA’s donation of $30 million, the largest in UGA classrooms are keeping up with the student history, according to Morehead. body, Morehead said. It will also ensure core The scholarship program will “ensure curriculum and programs are relevant to academically qualified students have access today’s world, “so graduates are prepared to UGA regardless of their financial backfor the outside world” in terms of service ground,” Morehead said. One in four UGA students receives a Pell Grant to assist them and leadership, he said. The task force will in affording their college education, he said, complete its evaluation by Dec. 1. [Martha Michael] and one in three of those students comes from a family that is unable to provide any significant financial assistance. By providing additional financial resources, UGA will preserve its “commitment to a vibrant and Morehead’s new scholarship program is diverse campus” and avoid driving students a welcome announcement, given the alarmto competing institutions that have more ing level of inequality in access to higher scholarships to award, Morehead said. education in Georgia. Last year, he introDiversity among academic disciplines duced scholarships for students who are the and research fields is what Morehead said first in their families to attend college, and will lead to the university “solving the Morehead himself was the first in his family grand challenges of our time.” Through a to get a higher education. Clearly, he gets it. new interdisciplinary seed grant program, But more needs to be done to level the grants will be awarded to the winning playing field. The Equality of Opportunity groups of multidisciplinary researchers who Project—a massive national study on endeavor to solve issues facing the world college students’ families’ financial backtoday—“problems that transcend a single grounds released last month—found discipline,” Morehead said. that the median family income for a UGA By partnering with the U.S. Department student is $127,400. For comparison, the of Commerce’s National Institute for median family income in Athens is $49,485, Innovation in Manufacturing Biopharmaand in Georgia it’s $57,458, according to ceuticals, UGA will participate in interdisciU.S. Census estimates. To put it another plinary work to develop, manufacture and way, only 14.9 percent of Athens families test new life-saving treatments, like stemand 15.5 percent of Georgia families earn cell therapy, with the aim of getting them more than $125,000 per year, according to where they are needed in an “efficient, scalCensus data, but more than half of UGA able [and] safe” manner, he said. students’ families earn that much. Forty Yet as the qualifications of students percent of UGA students’ families are in the
top 10 percent of income. Only 11 percent come from families in the bottom 40 percent of income. Are poor and middle-class children really dumber than wealthy ones? Of course not. But affluent suburban school districts are not only better-funded than their rural and inner-city counterparts; they have the luxury of not dealing with all of the challenges often associated with educating children from lower-income families—hunger, behavioral and mental-health issues, lack of parental involvement, lack of access to technology. Children from the bottom rungs of the economic ladder tend to start out behind their richer peers. When it was enacted in 1993, the HOPE Scholarship was need-based. Flush with
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The Freedom to Buy Beer Rather than go through the charade of paying for a brewery tour to throw back a few Terrapins or Tropicalias, a new bill would—imagine this!—let you just buy the damn beer. Senate Bill 85, introduced last week by state Sen. Rick Jasperse (R-McDonough), would let consumers buy beer to drink onsite, as in a bar, and a up to a case a day to take home. Under current law, breweries cannot sell beer directly to consumers, but they can charge for tours and give the beer away for free. For several years, breweries have been lobbying to change the law, arguing that it’s archaic and limits their potential to expand, while wholesalers that serve as middlemen between breweries and retailers in Georgia’s three-tier system have resisted. After SB 85 was introduced, “all sides declared victory,” the AJC reported. The bill appears to have a smooth road ahead. Jasperse just so happens to be chairman of Regulated Industries and Utilities, the committee to which it will be assigned. It’s also cosponsored by Sen. Frank Ginn (R-Danielsville), the committee’s vice chairman. [BA]
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more lottery cash than they expected, state lawmakers quickly abandoned the income cap. Flash-forward to 2011, when recessiondriven budget cuts and accompanying tuition hikes meant lottery funds started to run dry. Rather than bring back the income cap, Gov. Nathan Deal and Republicans in the legislature decoupled HOPE from tuition. Today, for most recipients, it
Unfortunately—but understandably, as you’ll see below—Matthew Pulver has opted to stop writing his excellent weekly column on President Trump. However, this week we are launching a new Trumpfocused column, Democracy in Crisis, which you’ll find on p. 7. It’s written by Baynard Woods, an editor-at-large with Baltimore City Paper who is covering the Trump Administration full-time for a consortium of alternative weeklies, including Flagpole. Woods will be posting online in between print issues, so be sure to check flagpole.com for the latest. [BA] f
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his will be the last of these columns. Flagpole News Editor Blake Aued and I intended for this to be a fun weekly update on Trump, but after only a week of Trump’s America, it has become clear that the danger Trump poses makes a folly of efforts like this column. Fascism is not destroyed with snarky columns. You can’t poke fun at a fascist and expect much to change. No, fascism must be annihilated. I can’t be funny about families losing health insurance. I can’t be snarky about Trump restricting immigration for families seeking refuge from seven predominantly Muslim countries, four of which his military is currently bombing. I can’t make light of Trump’s anti-Latinx and anti-black impulses, which are already finding expression in proposals of ethnic cleansing (the wall and expulsion of millions of Latinx residents) and centuries-old anti-black state violence (martial law in Chicago). There’s a reason that white nationalists and neo-Nazis are emboldened and excited by Trump. It’s not that I reject irreverence and ridicule. I have no reverence for this president. By all means, mock and insult the man all you want—just make sure your efforts are meant to stop him. Humor can be relief and distraction, but have it be relief from what is otherwise anger directed at destroying the creep of fascism. Find your way of fighting and join with others. Read, learn, teach, debate, organize and strategize. Fight. Destroy fascism wherever it arises in whatever way you can. Everyone has some part to play. Mine is not here in this column. [Matthew Pulver]
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Beyond Spin Trump Establishes Beachheads in the War on Facts By Baynard Woods news@flagpole.com During the Trump campaign, fact-checking website Politifact found that only 4 percent of his claims could be considered entirely truthful. Some, including President Obama, naively thought the power of the presidency would curb, rather than increase, Trump’s tendency to lie. But thus far truths remain merely occasional, almost accidental. After the inauguration on Jan. 20, in the first “unofficial” press conference of the new administration, press secretary Sean Spicer stood in front of reporters and repeatedly lied to the press about things that didn’t matter. It was pointless from any standard political means-ends perspective. (Baltimore City Paper did a great job putting together the actual numbers.) Later, in his first “official” press conference, Spicer said, “sometimes we can disagree with the facts.” Between Spicer’s two statements, on the Sunday talk shows, Conway baptized Trump-speak with a succinct name: “alternative facts.” She also threatened to “rethink our relationship” with NBC if “Meet the Press” host Chuck Todd persisted in saying Spicer had lied. A couple days later, Trump advisor Stephen Bannon called the press the “opposition party” that should “shut up.” Days later, Trump gave Bannon a spot on the National Security Council. The attacks on the press, however, are only part of Conway baptized Trump-speak with a larger attack on facts a succinct name: ‘alternative facts.’ themselves—beginning, appropriately, with the communications-obsessed beachheads inside federal agencies. Trump ordered the EPA to freeze its grants, take down the climate change section of its website (later rescinded) and cease all communications with the press. Then, according to an email obtained by BuzzFeed News, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s research division prohibited employees, including scientists, from communicating or sharing information with the public. The USDA later lifted the gag order, saying that it was released “without Departmental direction” and not at the request of the administration. The Trump beachhead teams. In 2009, Obama only had two commuteam also censored the Badlands National Park Twitter nications people on his 13-member senior transition staff. feed, deleting tweets about climate change. In response, In contrast, at least 10 of 23 staffers in Trump’s transition people claiming to be rangers created a Twitter account for team served some communications function, Brown says. the AltUsNatParkService, which tweeted that it was actiIn the process, they may be changing what “communications” means—from informing the public, or even spinning vated “in a time of war and censorship to ensure fact-based education.” the message, to something more like outright propaganda. But information about climate change is not the only Democracy in Crisis uncovered a 1996 Cornell Daily Sun thing at risk—data, science and research are being suparticle about then-CNN analyst Kellyanne Conway that pressed. And Trump’s congressional allies are all too happy shows she has been thinking about media and manipulato play along. tion for at least 20 years. The story paraphrases Conway Republican Senator Mike Lee of Utah and Arizona (née Fitzpatrick) speaking to student groups about “manipulative media and political jargon.” In the talk, she also crit- Congressman Paul Gosar introduced bills this week that say “no federal funds may be used to design, build, maintain, icized people for “following what is decided by a few elite.” utilize or provide access to a federal database of geospatial A section of the article subtitled “Questions of Reality” information on community racial disparities or disparinotes: “In a generation where television and internet ties in access to affordable housing.” This racist bill, which images ‘bombard our senses,’ it is essential, according to would help maintain segregation in cities, could still die in Fitzpatrick, to realize that the [sound bites] or visuals prepared by the evening news editors do not represent reality.” committee, but it is of a piece with Trump’s all-out war on facts. Deprived of access to facts, citizens are incapable of While this shows that Conway’s obsession with controlmaking decisions. This is an essential feature of tyranny. ling the media narrative is not new, it also underlines how As an air of war prevails in Washington, using the term she and her boss are pushing the standard spin of ’90s-era “beachhead” may in fact be among the small minority of Washington into the full-blown denial of reality in the age things the Trump team is honest about. f of Trump. The teams of President Trump’s temporary appointees laying the groundwork for taking over and remaking federal agencies refer to themselves as “beachheads” or “beachhead teams,” a military term for the point of invasion. Politico reports there were approximately 520 members of such teams when Trump took the oath of office. In any presidential transition, there will be tensions between career civil servants and political appointees pushing a new president’s agenda, but according to experts, this administration’s use of the term may exacerbate those relations. “The language of war being used suggests that cooperation is not the primary philosophy dictating this transition period,” says Heath Brown, who studies presidential transitions at CUNY’s John Jay College of Criminal Justice. “If the operating philosophy is one of combat rather than cooperation, then we’re in for some trouble with how these agencies are going to function on a day-to-day basis.” Because the Trump team threw out Chris Christie’s transition plans and “started from scratch on Election Day,” Brown says, there is “a larger level of chaos in the past for an already chaotic process.” Given the fact that Trump was a reality TV star, it is not surprising that communications is the main focus of these J. M. Giordano
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hile crowd estimates range from 500,000 to a little more than 1 million, one thing is clear: There were more pink-hatted protesters there than anyone anticipated. On Jan. 21, the day after President Trump was sworn into office, hundreds of thousands of women, men and children took to the streets of Washington, DC to show support for common causes. Within that crowd were hundreds of Athens residents who took buses, planes, trains and cars to be a part of the event. “I really wanted to be physically present for the march because I just wanted there to be a solid turnout, and I wanted to do my part to make sure there was a visible force of people showing up who care about this,” said Janet Frick, a University of Georgia professor who drove to the march with some friends. “And I really did feel it would be historic.”
protest site instead. Those initial Metro lines, formed so early in the day, served as a good omen for Athens resident Tiffanie Reid, a personal trainer and stay-at-home mom who flew to the march and stayed with friends in Maryland.
All Roads Lead to D.C. No matter how marchers traveled to The author’s daughter, Sophia, holds a sign at a pre-march gathering. Washington, DC, the primary mode of trans“We came into the train station, and people were getting portation the morning of the march was by Metro. Lines anxious about getting to the actual event,” said Reid, who formed hours before the first speakers were scheduled to take the stage at 10 a.m., mainly so travelers could purchase encountered full parking lots and lines at the Metro by 8:45 a.m. “But someone in my group just looked at us and said, fare cards. But at one point in the morning, those arriving ‘Hey, the rally starts now.’ So it kinda changed our mindset, at RFK Stadium, where the out-of-town buses were stagand we realized it was awesome that we were with all these ing during the event, faced a two-hour wait to get on the people.” subway. Many ended up making the 45-minute walk to the
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After initial permitting snafus—organizers of the Women’s March on Washington were among more than a dozen organizations that had requested permits to march on the National Mall, and so logistics needed to be sorted out—the march centered around a stage on Independence Avenue between the U.S. Botanical Garden and the National Museum of the American Indian. Large screens were also set up along Independence Avenue for the overflow crowd that filled up the street on Saturday morning, but many marchers ended up waiting to march without any view of the stage, or within earshot of what was going on there. By mid-morning, the streets were already congested with march participants making their way to the National Mall and Independence Avenue. Friends hoping to connect were at the mercy of their phones’ networks to stay in touch, as many could do little more than text due to the number of people. Many used GPS tracking apps to try to connect, but found it impossible simply because the crowds were so thick. “When we had service, we could check in,” said Reid, who was hoping to connect with other friends who had come from out of town. “Sometimes I would find I was less than a block away from them, but there was no way to get to them.” General protest guidelines passed around before the march urged participants to march with a buddy. But by the time the speakers had started and thousands had found their place in and around the area, many began to realize that the people standing next to them were also their marching buddies. Women with small children chatted and
offered support within the throng. Sign holders who were blocking a view were happy to adjust. People shared water, snacks and seats. “It was extremely powerful. I have never been in a crowd of that size,” said Tamara Haag, an Athens resident who flew to Baltimore and took a train to Washington. “And then typically, being in any kind of crowd, you get jostled and people tend to be rude. But everyone was so kind and accommodating and respectful. It was such a positive vibe.” The march participants were overwhelmingly white women—many topped with a pink “pussy” hat as a way to reclaim Trump’s recorded comments to “Access Hollywood” host Billy Bush leaked last October. But there were men, women of color, children and others who joined the throngs. “There were people in wheelchairs, people who were blind, people who were gay,” Haag added. “It was just a very diverse crowd, with the acknowledgment that the majority were white women.”
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But it’s one thing to attend a large-scale march, digest the event and come home knowing what you were a part of. It’s another thing to take that event and turn it into action moving forward. That’s the goal of the organizers of the March on Washington, who now have 10 calls to action for participants to do in the first 100 days of the Trump presidency. For many marchers, following up on this call to action was a key point now that the march is in the past. Haag said she sees the march as galvanizing support for a movement similar in political nature to the tea party— just with progressive values. Lots of people felt complacent going into the election, she said, including herself. But now it’s time to change that. “I felt I couldn’t do more volunteer work than I could do while raising two children and working full time. And then the election proved I had more room for more activism in my life,” she said. “In general, in the summer, after all the events that happened—[the shootings at a gay nightclub in] Orlando, police shootings—I had started going to some Black Lives Matter events. So I plan to continue to help wherever I can with those efforts, and also be a much more invested constituent. “We all need to let our representatives know what we want,” Haag said. “We have to be more vocal about that.” Frick said she saw the march—and the movement in general—as a chance to educate herself on different social movements in this country. Typically, women’s movements were initiated to benefit white, upper-class women, and that should be addressed. She said that it’s important to support grassroots candidates, too, to try and counter the gerrymandering and other tactics that have stacked the deck in Georgia in the Republicans’ favor. For her part, Reid will be writing postcards this weekend to her elected representatives. The true test of the power of the Women’s March on Washington could come with the next midterm elections, added Frick. “What’s coming down the pike in the current Republican Party is kinda scary. We need to have an answer,” she said. “What are we standing for? What do we think will make America better? What are we working towards?” f
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deeply abnormal. DeVos did go on to say he meeting between staffers from that her “heart bleeds� for the victims of Sen. David Perdue and Rep. Jody gun violence in schools, but “I feel sad when Hice’s offices and their constituents kids get shot� is no kind of plan at all. started out tense and was getting tenser. “It’s up to the states to decide about Eight members of Indivisible Georgia guns in school,� said Ziesenhene. District 10, a group dedicated to opposing “Well, if it’s an issue that’s important President Trump’s agenda, had appeared enough to bring up in a confirmation hearat the meeting in Gibson, about 80 miles ing, maybe it needs to be discussed,� I said. southeast of Athens, on Jan. 23, surpris“Maybe there should be a task force.� ing both the Republicans’ staffers and the “There should be a task force for school six attendees from the Gibson area. Greg shootings,� said Joey Holloway, a constituZiesenhene, field representative for Perdue, ent from the area. Holloway described how and Beth Goolsby, constituent services the lack of mental-health services for director for Hice, looked uncomfortable as returning veterans had led to a tense conthey fielded questions about health care, frontation at the local school. He worried education and Trump’s statements about that pulling funds from public schools—as immigrants. DeVos is likely to do—would result in Finally, Ziesenhene held up his hands. even fewer services for folks in Hice’s 10th “This is not a town hall meeting,� he said. District. “This is a meeting for area constituents. We’ll have others in other places, like the Northeast region.� “We had one!� confirmed Goolsby. “In Winder,� said Jennie Phillips-De La Vega, a member of Indivisible 10. “On Jan. 12. We were there, and we haven’t gotten any response to our questions.� “Well, we’ll make sure to pass your comments on,� said Ziesenhene. “That’s what you said in Winder,� replied Phillips-De La Vega. This whole exchange was conducted politely, with lots of nodding and smiling. It was excruciating. I decided to change the subject. “I have a question about something totally different,� I said, waving my hand. Ziesenhene and Goolsby turned to me, suddenly hopeful. “I live in a rural area, Sen. David Perdue has no plan to protect our kids from wild boars. and I’d like to know how Hice and Amanda Chalker, a retired teacher from Perdue plan to protect our schoolchildren McDuffie County, agreed: “The school from wild animal attacks.� is all small communities like ours have. “Ha!� said another attendee. “You mean Everything revolves around the school.� grizzlies?� She and everyone else knew I Access to education for all was somewas referring to the recent comments from thing everyone there appeared to support, Betsy DeVos, Trump’s pick for secretary of and the chance to agree on something education, that guns might be appropriate shifted the tone of the meeting. Ziesenhene in certain schools to fend off bear attacks. reminded us that both of Perdue’s parents “No,� I said. “It’s not going to be bears in were teachers, and that he would take our Georgia. According to Wikipedia, we need concerns seriously. to be worrying about wild boars. Especially Phillips-De La Vega left the meeting down around Waycross.� feeling cautiously optimistic. “I feel like Mr. I glanced over at Ziesenhene to make Ziesenhene listened, and will pass on our sure he was getting all this down. He was comments to Sen. Perdue,� she said. fixing me with the kind of look you’d give This may be so, but I’m still worried. a rabid possum let loose in a kindergarten. In the end, it doesn’t matter what kind of I felt bad, and even sort of scared. Being a school a community has. Public school? smart-aleck is not the way to get people to Charter school? Religious school? Wild help you. My mother was forever telling me boars don’t know the difference, and until this. Had I gone too far? this particular issue is addressed, nobody’s No, I decided. I had driven 90 minutes safe. f in each direction and paid extra for child care because I wanted it noted that DeVos’ response to the question of whether guns For updates on when and where to meet your electshould be allowed in schools was, like ed officials, search for Indivisible Georgia District everything else associated with Trump, 10 on Facebook and request to join the group.
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hough Hanna Holley stood centerstage to be crowned Miss UGA of 2017, Maryam Miller stood proud and accomplished stage-right, cheering for her peer. She had just completed an intense round of five competitions. The first was that of the swimsuit, the cornerstone of pageantry. Before the other 20 women walked the stage in heels and two-pieces, slowly turning in front of the judges to exhibit the smoothness of their legs and the flatness of their stomachs, Miller made her way down the stage in a burkini, a full-body garment traditional Muslims wear for swimming. Miller was born Maryann Shakir, but her intended name has been replaced with something more conforming to American standards. (Her parents were married under Islamic law, but not civilly.) Raised in Chandler, AZ, she is in her last semester of graduate school studying educational administration and policy. The scholarship awarded to Miss UGA was part of her motivation for entering the pageant, along with the micro-aggressions she’s fought against in order to reclaim her identity, and the memory of a close friend. That friend, Brittany, was wheelchairbound. But according to Miller, “she loved without a reason.� After the recent death of Miller’s grandmother and Brittany’s death the week before the pageant, Miller reminded herself of the words of Wayne Dyer, a philosopher and motivational speaker: “Don’t die with your music inside.� Miller let her music out when she took the stage for the talent competition, the second of the night. Being competitor No. 1, Miller was again first to take the stage, setting the precedent for the other contestants. She brought a tone of fearlessness to the silent auditorium when she delivered an a capella version of “Lift Every Voice and
Sing,� often dubbed the “Black American National Anthem.� Singing is not Miller’s strongest suit, and her parents nudged her toward spoken word, but she had a dream that she would sing that song. “The crazy thing about fears is, as soon as we face them, they don’t matter anymore,� Miller says. “I feel good about having gone through with it.� Miller’s true talent is writing. She has published one book, Proceed to the Root, and a second, tentatively titled Letters From the Legal Maryam, is in the works. The first book includes 21 concise reflections on life, coinciding with the African proverb, “If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.� Miller explains, “I basically take readers through mirages of the dimensional soul, or what is known in Arabic as al nafs, using the God Positioning System, or GPS. In the process, we unearth the knowing that we are never alone. More than anything, it’s a gift of love from me to the readers with my flaws exposed, with the hopes that, as they see my transformation, it might also spark theirs.� Next came the onstage question. Miller was most nervous for this portion, but she made her way to the microphone, fished a slip of paper from a bowl and stood poised as Annie Jorgensen, 2016’s Miss UGA, asked her opinion about speaking politically, Miller replied that she can’t claim expertise but would “readily share my opinion in the spirit of authenticity.� “Politics is ubiquitous,� Miller explained post-pageant. “Every little thing we do is a choice that is reflective of our political views and where you stand. Even if you say you’re not political, that in itself is a political view.� Miller’s politics are reflected in her research, which she describes as “a
Miller competes in the evening-gown portion of the Miss UGA pageant Saturday, Jan. 21.
metaphysical pedagogy of the oppressed‌ It’s looking at both the immediate needs of the people and also the higher callings that individuals have, particularly those who are oppressed.â€? She believes there is a disconnect between information and transformation, and is concerned with looking at the “dotted line between the mind/body split.â€? Miller hopes to use her degree to work with women and the next generation. After realizing a close friend was going through abuse, she developed her platform issue, No Excuse for Abuse, working with women who have experienced physical abuse, as well as aiding in a support group called Selah— which means to pause or reflect—through Project Safe. The fourth and final competition was evening wear. Miller wore a dark blue dress with wide sleeves and white trim, her head covered. The UGA hockey team had been employed to escort the ladies, arms linked, to mid-stage, where they would begin their walk to the judges. Despite backstage imploring, Miller stood firm on her decision to not link arms, based on her religion’s teaching that physical contact between marriageable people should be minimized. Though she was raised in a practicing Muslim household, Miller has her own
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food to eat. “That’s terrible,� Kruse says. “We’re talking about seniors and children, two of our most vulnerable populations.� Many of these families, says Kruse, are struggling to afford fresh, healthy food. All meals provided by Campus Kitchen meet MyPlate.gov standards, so each family gets a balance of vegetables and fruit, protein and grains. And it all comes from By Lauren Baggett news@flagpole.com food waste. Every Sunday, Campus Kitchen collects 400–1,200 pounds of surplus food 2015, Feeding America estimated that 42.2 everal summers ago, a friend invited from grocery stores. That translates into million Americans were “food insecure�— me over for a potluck. I brought a 15,000 meals each year, using produce, going hungry or in danger of it. dip. He grilled zucchini and squash— meats, breads and more that plates and plates of it. The would otherwise be shipped counter was dominated by to the landfill. green and yellow. “So, we’re Turner admits the idea having squash,� I quipped. carries some stigma. No one “And some tofu,� he said. wants to think they’re eating I learned later that the garbage. But food recovery veggies and tofu were rescued advocates are working to corfrom the dumpster behind rect that attitude: Waste does Earth Fare the day before. not mean spoiled or bad, they That was my introduction to say. Waste is a symptom of Dumpster diving, the alliteraoverproduction. Food that tive moniker for retrieving has truly gone bad doesn’t unspoiled foods from gromake into Turner’s kitchen. cery-store garbage bins. Most of us are confused Christy Tweedy would love about when food has gone to see the end of Dumpster bad, says Tweedy. “Right diving. Not because of the now we have ‘best by,’ ‘use act, but because she believes by,’ expires by’—it’s confusno food should be wasted. ing,� he says. Congressional “I would love Athens to be Democrats have put forward known as having the cleanest a bill that would clarify those Dumpsters,� she says. That’s labels. why she’s now collecting Both Campus Kitchen and unsold food before it hits the the ACCA teach students and trash. seniors how to reduce food Tweedy is an AmeriCorps waste at home, whether that’s VISTA member with the through meal planning or Athens Community Council understanding that the ugly on Aging. Last August, the or bruised fruit is still safe, ACCA partnered with UGA’s Gracelyn Jones, president of UGA Campus Kitchen, helps prepare a community meal with food collected from Trader Joe’s and other local grocery nutritious and tasty. Campus Kitchen to organize stores that would be otherwise wasted. Tweedy urges all an event raising awareness Athenians to help in the larger efforts to “They were seeing food waste, and we Hunger was a recurring topic at the about food waste and hunger. The star keep Athens Dumpsters clean by donating, were seeing people who would definitely August event, and though Greenfield may speaker was environmental activist Rob volunteering and urging your state or U.S. need it,� says Sarah Kruse, Grandparents have been the draw, attendees heard from Greenfield, who has used Dumpster divcongressperson to support policies that will Raising Grandchildren program several local organizations working to ing to help Americans visualize just how reduce food waste. Campus Kitchen and the coordinator. much food we throw away. The numbers are reduce food waste and address hunger in ACCA offer weekly volunteer shifts through Senior hunger is a big issue in Athens. shocking: Americans throw away 40 percent our community. GivePulse.com. We can take on food waste, According to a survey conducted by UGA’s “That was one of the first times that of the food they purchase every year. That’s and make Dumpster diving a thing of the Food and Nutrition students, 78 percent of we got together and brought all the differ63 million tons of food. That waste stands past. f GRG’s clients said they don’t have enough ent players who have some stake in food in stark contrast to hunger in the U.S. In
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declaration of independence Angel Olsen Is Her Own Woman “
Rather than say something directly, I feel more like I’m setting up an argument.
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ith a disarming geniality and intellect, Angel Olsen excels in the art of conversation. She’s genuinely engaged when talking about her artistic intentions—or the lack thereof—when she started writing the songs that ultimately came together on her fourth and most acclaimed album, My Woman. “I’ve never really known, conceptually, where my writing is going to go when I’m working on a record,” Olsen says. “I just think I’ve grown as a person, and my perspective has changed as far as how I should use my voice. I wanted to approach a different mode from what I used on previous records.” My Woman was released in September via Bloomington, IN’s Jagjaguwar Records. The bold and moody atmosphere of songs such as “Woman” and “Sister,” juxtaposed with the yearning in “Never Be Mine” and “Shut Up Kiss Me,” paints a portrait of a character who’s searching to find balance between ideology and life’s daily struggles. In “Woman,” Olsen argues with herself, or perhaps
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someone else who thinks she deserves lesser treatment, singing, “You can leave now if you want to, I’ll still be around/ This parade is almost over, and I’m still your clown.” Since her solo debut with Strange Cacti in 2011, Olsen has been unwittingly hoisted as a burgeoning young icon of feminism in indie rock. With her songwriting career now taking off amid the sociopolitical climate of the strangest and most heated election season in recent history, her presence on the music landscape has come under the microscope. While it’s true that Olsen’s writing embraces the tenets of feminism, there are complex layers to her mind and persona. From her days spent singing backup on the road with Bonnie “Prince” Billy circa 2012 to her recent anti-Trump anthem “Fly on Your Wall”—for the Our First 100 Days subscription compilation—Olsen has never fallen in line with anyone’s expectations. Olsen switches gears at will, writing songs on synthesizer one moment and picking up a guitar the next. Her work vacillates between the playful—see her on roller
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skates in the “Shut Up Kiss Me” video—to the bold but brokenhearted (“Never Be Mine”). When it comes to context, a press release preceding My Woman’s arrival featured a telling declaration from Olsen: “I’m not trying to make a feminist statement with every single record just because I’m a woman. But I do feel like there are some themes that relate to that, without it being the complete picture.” Delving into the complete picture reveals insight into the impressive amount of growth Olsen has undergone since releasing 2014’s Burn Your Fire for No Witness. “In some ways, I’ve been really [descriptive] about certain things with past albums,” Olsen says. “With My Woman, I’m still being [descriptive]. But rather than say something directly—saying what the problem is—I feel more like I’m setting up an argument.” Throughout My Woman, Olsen touches on intensely personal relationships in her life. “Like my relationship with my father, or with the men in my life—most of whom are good people, but don’t realize they’re treating someone a certain way,” she says. “I’m setting up an example, rather than saying, ‘You’re terrible, and men are awful.’ “Obviously, that’s not my goal,” she says with a laugh. “But as a woman, it’s hard not to address these things.” The elevation in style bears the mark of both experience and age for Olsen, who turned 30 on Jan. 22. Within the first few moments of My Woman’s opening number, “Intern,” the hushed tones with which she sings illustrate her push to use her voice in a variety of new ways. By comparison, older singles, such as “Windows” and “Hi-Five” from Burn Your Fire for No Witness, feel almost timid when played next to newer songs like “Shut Up Kiss Me.” Olsen also attributes the growth to settling in with a regular cast of musicians. For her current round of touring, she is joined on stage by guitarists Paul Sukeena and Luke Norton, bass player Emily Elhaj, drummer Josh Jaeger and backing vocalist Heather McEntire. For Burn Your Fire for No Witness, Olsen teamed up with producer and engineer John Congleton, whose work on St. Vincent’s 2014 self-titled release earned a Grammy for Best Alternative Album. Each song was recorded live, adding to the immediacy of the album. It also meant there was not much that could be done during post-production. “There are some mistakes in there that we just had to go with,” Olsen says. “We had to figure out how to make it work.” This time, Olsen was ready for something sonically different. My Woman was recorded at Vox Studios in Los Angeles in early 2016 with producer Justin Raisen and engineer Michael Harris. The resulting album isn’t quite as dark, and it embraces a more modern palette of sound and vocal textures. “What I’m trying to do is learn how to use effects differently,” Olsen says. “On the last record, [the production is] super dry… The new songs sound more interesting to me because of the sounds. “I feel older,” she adds. “When I read the writing on this record, it makes sense to me.” f
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Down the Highway Roadkill Ghost Choir Survives Label Drama, Readies False Youth Etcetera By Andy Barton music@flagpole.com
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did the [Quiet Light] EP, and then pretty much after that we he adage “never judge a book by its cover� rings especially true in journalism, but in the music indus- toured nonstop,� says Shepard. “I can’t write for shit while on the road, so we would have no time off at home where try, where appearances are as essential to an artist’s I could settle in and really just work stuff out. I only had brand as the music, putting aside expectations can be difficult. It comes as a surprise, then, when Andy Shepard starts to recount, with barely a trace of a Southern accent, the origin story of Roadkill Ghost Choir, the band he started in the small town of DeLand, FL with his two brothers, Max and Zach. “I was doing music mostly just by myself in my room, recording stuff and throwing it online,� he says, before he was approached by a local promoter to play a show. It took little work recruiting Max to play drums and Zach bass, but fleshing out the rest of the lineup posed some trouble. “I was looking for a pedal steel player, and it’s almost impossible to find someone that’s in their 20s, especially where I’m from,� Shepard says. But the brothers struck gold at their father’s DeLand studio, North Avenue, where local musician Kiffy Myers was interning. “So he kind of waltzes in,� Shepard says of Myers, “and we all like the same kind of music. It was kind of like this serendipitous moment of, ‘Hey, let’s make Things got a bit hairy, but these dudes’ new album is finally on the way. some music together.’� They maybe three finished songs when they were like, ‘Hey, we continued playing shows together, picking up guitarist want you in the studio. We’re gonna book time in three or Stephen Garza along the way, before recording and releasfour months.’ ing the Quiet Light EP in 2012. “That freaked me out, because this was our first fullBy 2014, the band had recorded and released its debut length record,� Shepard continues, “and they weren’t going full-length, In Tongues, to much fanfare. They moved to Athens and toured extensively on the record, performing at to give me any time to really dig into the songs and make Lollapalooza, Bonnaroo, Governor’s Ball and on “Late Night sure everything was exactly where we wanted it.� Despite those frustrations, the band eased back into life with David Letterman�—all signs of a band well on its way. in the Classic City, where Shepard outfitted his own recordBehind the press accolades and festival gigs, however, ing space and started work on a new Roadkill Ghost Choir was an undercurrent of pressure stemming from the band’s album. He began demoing False Youth Etcetera in early 2015 management and de facto label at the time, M-Theory. “We
at a more relaxed pace, tracking parts on his own before sharing with the band. The group then headed back home to DeLand to record at North Avenue, spending nearly a month expounding on those initial demos and fine-tuning each song. In addition to its bread-and-butter roots-rock, False Youth offers an expanded palette of synthesizers and keyboards. “I was listening to a lot of Bruce Springsteen when I was writing the record, and I loved those ’80s kind of synths: thick pads [and] big, goofy leads,� says Shepard. In a similar vein, he was hoping to inject Roadkill’s heavy subject matter with a little bit of rafter-reaching pep. “It kind of got old playing shows where you look out and you realize that no one fuckin’ moves,� he says with a laugh. The band now had the record it wanted to make under its belt, and all it had to do now was release it. But that would be too easy. Contractual issues with M-Theory reared their ugly head, prompting yet another wave of tense relations that left the band fighting for the rights to its own material. “It was just this hell of lawyers emailing each other back and forth, and it would take about two weeks to get a response to some stupid question,� says Shepard. “So we were just sitting, waiting, not really knowing if we were going to get the record back at all, which was completely depressing.� Cooler heads and lawyer jargon finally prevailed, and the band won back its songs, which it will share as two separate volumes digitally before releasing the whole thing on CD and vinyl this spring. As for what Roadkill will do next now that it’s virtually a free agent, Shepard is inclined to simply enjoy the moment and take it easy. “I’m working on a whole bunch of stuff right now,� he says. “I don’t know what it’s for or what’s going to happen with it, but I’m still kind of dipping my toes into that slowly. I’m gonna kind of go slower and just figure it out.� f
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The AthFest Application Period Is Open Plus, More Music News and Gossip By Gordon Lamb threatsandpromises@flagpole.com HERE COMES THE JUDGE: Hey musicians, it’s that time of year again: when you get that one person in your band that does everything to gather up your information and apply to play AthFest. If you’re a solo artist, well, it’s gonna be up to you. Application fees are as follows: If submitting through the mail, it’s free for Georgia artists and $15 for out-of-state artists; if applying online, it’s $5 for locals and $10 out-of-state. Obviously, Georgia and Southeastern artists, and Athens artists in particular, are the main priority, clocking in at 85 percent of the festival lineup, according to athfest.com, with the rest filled by acts from other areas and countries. Generally speaking, the application process is pretty painless and simple, but you should go ahead and get your stuff sorted out before the deadline of Apr. 1 is on top of you. Head to athfest.com/athfest-musician-applications for details and instructions.
manners. Anyway, he’s playing at Flicker Theatre & Bar Friday, Feb. 3 with Athens pop maestro Nicholas Mallis, so head in for a cool double bill. For more information, see facebook.com/DougHoyerMusic, and enjoy some backcatalog time at doughoyer.bandcamp.com. GET ON UP: The supremely clever and talented Conner Tribble takes his band, Reverend Tribble and the Deacons, to the big stage of the Georgia Theatre Friday, Feb. 3. They’ll be opening for Atlanta’s legendary blues guitarist Tinsley Ellis (Heartfixers, Alligator Records, Capricorn Records). No other real news about this, but it’ll be cool for fans to see Tribble and company up on a huge
PRESS REWIND: Matt Anderegg (Mothers) just released a new eighttrack record under his project moniker Group Stretching. It’s titled Penalty Machine, and it shifts on a track-by-track basis between songs packed with noise and echo and much more crystalline presentation. To wit, after the too-short instrumental opener “Bathtubs Are the Increments,” the transition into the halfstep bounciness of “As It Appears” is jarring and unsettling. The same is true for the change between the subtle, sleepy “Fixtures” and the thrift store space-ageness of “A Permanent Crease.” It’s difficult This could be you, yo: Monsoon strutted its stuff at AthFest 2016. to presume this style of presentation is stage with boss sound, and if you’ve never seen Tinsley Ellis unintentional, too, as the record seems to flow as if all of a before, well, that’s a thing you should do. piece. This isn’t easy listening by any stretch, but repeated spins reveal a cohesive texture that isn’t immediately disCOMIN’ HOME: It comes as no surprise that both Friday and cernible, with the most thoroughly accomplished composiSaturday of Drive-By Truckers’ annual three-night stand tion of the whole thing being “Brain Scram.” Check it at are sold out. Tickets remain for Thursday, Feb. 16, but you’d groupstretching.bandcamp.com. better jump on that ASAP if you’re serious about going. They are $31 (plus $4.43 in service fees) at 40watt.com. SEEMS NICE ENOUGH: Songwriter and musician Doug Hoyer That night’s opener is the darkly brazen and surprisingly will release his newest album, Stepping Stone, Feb. 7. Hoyer aggressive Thayer Sarrano, whose most recent LP, 2015’s has released records going back to 2008, and without getShaky, is a solid continuation of her defiant repositioning ting too essentialist about it, he really nails the spot at the away from the world of mere singer-songwriters. For the unassuming crossroads of Billy Bragg, Robyn Hitchcock uninitiated, there’s a whole host of songs to check out over and The Lucksmiths—a spot I never really thought existed. at thayersarrano.bandcamp.com and information to glean Honestly, the only thing even partially off-putting is at thayersarrano.com. I fully expect these shows to be even Hoyer’s incredibly crisp and clearly enunciated vocals, more charged and angry than anything the Truckers have but that’s most likely a regional prejudice. Canadians are done in the past eight years, so prepare yourself. f generally quite a polite people, so I chalk this up to simple
record review Doug Hoyer: Stepping Stone (Mangled Tapes) Stepping Stone is Doug Hoyer’s fourth album, but his first since he moved to Athens from Canada a year and a half ago. A regular on the live scene, Hoyer’s latest offers those still unfamiliar with his studiously simplistic folk-pop a chance to get acquainted. “Welcome Back” opens the record with lo-fi finesse; the fingerpicked, major-key acoustic track functions as tone-setter and introduction. It’s followed by “Snail Shell,” a jaunty, polished tune that calls to mind the eclectic pop of Eels. Elsewhere, Hoyer does his best Jonathan Richman (“Ode to Shows”) and evokes anti-folk troubadour Jeffrey Lewis (“Thank You”). Despite Hoyer’s assertion that parts of the record represent post-election frustration, Stepping Stone is an overwhelmingly cheery document. The Casio flourishes of “A Link to the Past” and unbridled geekdom of “My First Star Trek Convention” round out what’s ultimately a painstakingly earnest affair, steeped in the sort of optimism that, while out of step with the cultural mood, is no less essential in these times. [Gabe Vodicka]
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A Bandwagoner’s Guide to Cheering on the Falcons by Cy Brown news@flagpole.com his career—and the running back duo of The Atlanta Falcons are in the Super Bowl. Devonta Freeman and Tevin Coleman is the Perhaps you’ve heard. best pairing in the NFL. If you’re a Falcoholic, like myself, this There’s also the matter of “Air Julio” Super Bowl is something you’ve waited for himself, receiver Julio Jones. (To those for a long time, even if you had your doubts Georgia fans who don’t it would ever happen. pay attention to the (The team hasn’t made You’re living in NFL and haven’t seen it this far since 1999.) Falcons Country, Jones since he was at But it is happening. Alabama, it’s OK. We Miracles are real, and it’s the Falcons’ time, and like Julio now.) He’s the Atlanta Falcons are you should be a Falcons fan. gone scorched-earth in the Super Bowl. If it this season, and there’s seems like I still can’t no reason to think New England’s defense believe it, that’s because I can’t. can stop him. But those of you who have followed the team for a while don’t need to hear anyThe Camaraderie: Everyone at your Super thing from me. You’re ready to rise up on Bowl party will be cheering for the Falcons. Super Bowl Sunday, Feb. 5 and beat some OK, Boston sports fans spread like the Patriot ass. Today, I’m talking to the casual plague, so there may be a few Patriots Super Bowl watcher in Athens. The ones knobs at your shindig, but a fat majority who may be unsure about this whole “The will be Falcons faithful. I’m not big on peer Falcons are the greatest team that ever pressure, but it’s a helluva lot more fun existed and will defeat any foe they come cheering for the same team as everyone else across” deal. at your party than it is cheering against it. To those of you who are used to going to a Super Bowl party to chill with friends and Get in on the Ground Floor: The Falcons have a good time as a neutral observer, I’m have drafted well over the last few seahere to explain why that won’t fly this year. sons and have created an exciting, young, You’re living in Falcons Country, it’s the talented team. The way it’s constructed, Atlanta is set for possible sustained success over the next half-decade or so. This may be only the first trip to the Super Bowl of a handful over the next few years. If you want to be a part of that, start rooting for Atlanta now. The bandwagon will stop accepting tickets should the Birds emerge from the Super Bowl victorious, so get your seat while it’s hot.
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Falcons’ time, and you should be a Falcons fan. Other than rooting on the hometown team, here are some reasons why you should have jumped on the Falcons bandwagon, like, yesterday. That Offense: Everyone likes scoring. Making money is called a score. Having sex is called a score. A score is an objectively good thing. And the Falcons do a ton of scoring. With almost 34 points per game this season, the Falcons led the NFL in scoring. Quarterback Matt Ryan is a machine—he had the best season of
Good vs. Evil: The two most famous Patriots—QB Tom Brady and head coach Bill Belichick— support Donald Trump. Meanwhile, the Georgia Dome sits in Georgia’s 5th Congressional District, represented by civil rights hero John Lewis. You may remember quite the public kerfuffle between our nation’s Giant Baby-in-Chief and Lewis from a few weeks back. Cheering for the Falcons should be a matter of state pride after what Trump said. Now look at the fans of each team: The Patriots boast Mark Wahlberg, Bill Simmons and Steven Tyler (as well as, presumably, Trump). Falcons fans include Samuel L. Jackson, Gucci Mane, Future and Jimmy Carter. Do I need to say more? Rise up, Athens. f
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Compelling Art on Campus “One Last Smile” and Three More Exhibits at Lamar Dodd By Jessica Smith arts@flagpole.com Amidst shimmering waves of saxophone and bright piano notes bubbling to the surface, Sun Ra’s warm, soothing voice gently reminds us that the “Sky is a sea of darkness when there is no sun to light the way/ There is no day/ There’s only darkness/ Eternal sea of darkness.” It’s a tranquil song that conveys acceptance towards a simple observation of the natural world, but beneath the surface it resonates with the inherently unfathomable essence of existence and how easy it can be to lose sight when your world is flipped upside down. “When There Is No Sun” is the song Atlanta-based artist Michi Meko put on to set the tone when I visited his latest exhibition, “One Last Smile Before the Undertow,” currently on view at UGA’s Lamar Dodd School of Art. Here, the “One Last Smile” refers to that of former President Barack Obama, and is immortalized through a bittersweet collection of portraits, each cropped right below his nose. Moving clockwise, the viewer is engulfed by a floor-toceiling, wall-to-wall mural that serves as a giant “navigation map.” Large enough to fill most of one’s peripheral field of vision, it’s easy to feel submerged within the network of criss-crossing threads and chalky lines. The exhibition includes a series of smaller, more densely detailed works that scatter geographical coordinates among shapes of black glitter and splashes of gold leaf. One’s eyes quickly readjust to the exhibition’s predominantly black palette, finding shadowy silhouettes and subtle textures when the light catches the surfaces of materials just right. A collection of wall-bound sculptures incorporating fluorescent orange life vests reinforces the idea of navigating still waters that run deep. Unrestricted and fluent in a variety of media, Meko takes inspiration from both personal history and African-American folk traditions to create new narratives. “Undertow” challenges viewers to look within and ask themselves where they will allow the modern-day political rip current to carry them: Will you allow your fire to be extinguished, or will you rise up and make your own waves?
In what surely must have been an eerie discovery for urban explorers adventuring into the abandoned Southern Mill last year, current MFA students Alexis Spina (jewelry and metals) and Katherine Miller (printmaking and book arts) collected over 2,000 objects from around the site, then spent roughly 100 hours over the course of six months meticulously organizing them into a grid formation covering the floor of a warehouse space. Their gallery installation, “355,” named as a reference to the 19th Century textile mill’s address at 355 Oneta St., is an extension of this project. While the white-wall reincarnation shares the physical content and layout choice of the original, it’s impossible to recreate the atmosphere of the decaying mill. Instead, the focus emphasizes the objects as relics, and sparks conversation about local history, architectural and object value, environmentally ethical reuse and gentrification. Stephen Parks, a MFA candidate at Virginia Commonwealth University, has contributed a series of photo books revealing the history of the project, as well as a sound piece incorporating noises recorded at the mill. Spina and Miller will offer a Lunchtime Gallery Talk in Gallery 307 on Wednesday, Feb. 1 at noon. “Listening: Yeonsoo Kim” features engaging ceramic works that depict surreal and occasionally silly drawings sketched in deep blue. Last fall, the artist set the goal of creating a new hand-built vessel or mask each day as a way of exploring identity and listening to an inner voice. Drawn from that collection, this exhibition serves as a glimpse into his mind. Kim, who received a BFA in ceramics and glass from Hongik University in South Korea, is currently an MFA candidate in ceramics. He will offer a Lunchtime Gallery Talk in the Bridge Gallery on Tuesday, Feb. 14 at noon. The gallery’s fourth show of the season, the “2017 Undergraduate Curated Exhibition,” showcases emerging talent in a wide array of styles. Organized by Candice Greathouse, director of Atlanta’s Mint Gallery, highlights include works by Alison Kocher, Elyse Wilson and Braden Skelton.
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The art school has several special events lined up this month. Coalescing sound, video and installation art, “For You” is an interdisciplinary performance spearheaded by associate professor Martijn van Wagtendonk and materialized by over 40 visual artists and musicians. Students in his Thematic Inquiry course have partnered with students and faculty of the Hugh Hodgson School of Music. Visual components of the project consist of a 16-foot boat, wooden pavilion and room full of dancing projections, while auditory elements include a rendition of composer Arvo Pärt’s “Für Alina” performed by the 20-member choir Collegium Musicum, and Timothy Adams Jr.’s original composition
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“For You” performed by a percussion quartet. Visitors will be hosted in 20-minute sessions, 6–8 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 1. Programming continues with Historic Sunsets, an experimental pop quartet led by poet Thibault Raoult, on Monday, Feb. 6 at 5 p.m. Atlanta-based contemporary music ensemble Bent Frequency will present “The Innocents” on Thursday, Feb. 16 at 6 p.m. Based on Taryn Simon’s photo essay, “The Innocence Project,” a collection of portraits and interviews with individuals wrongly convicted across the country, the performance explores the complexities of the American penal system. The galleries’ current exhibitions will remain on view through Friday, Feb. 24. f
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LA LA LAND (PG-13) What seems more and more to be the most acclaimed film ever (by Hollywood, at least) is the cinematic equivalent of a throwback jersey. Whiplash writer-director Damien Chazelle has already won two Golden Globes, and is on the fast track for dual Oscars after making good on his previous film’s promise with this charming romance musical about a frustrated jazz pianist named Sebastian (Academy Award nominee and Golden Globe winner Ryan Gosling), or Seb, and an aspiring actress named Mia (Academy Award nominee and Golden Globe winner Emma Stone). Chazelle masterfully combines choreography from the terrific Mandy Moore (not that Mandy Moore) and award-winning songs like “City of Stars� with charming performances by his leads, who, though neither professional crooners nor hoofI found Brady’s ball. ers, make their deficits assets. video-game series, I was pleasantly surIf La La Land stumbles anywhere, it’s prised by the success of the “final� movie in assuming everyone dreams of L.A. like at replicating the typical late-game setting Hollywood does. As a love letter to arguswitcheroo. Alice (Milla Jovovich) returns ably the most popular genre of Hollywood’s to Raccoon City and the Hive at the behest golden age, La La Land is a smash. How of the Red Queen (Ever Anderson) in Gosling can possibly get more charming is
GOLD (R) Matthew McConaughey devours scenes like a starving man as Kenny Wells, the proxy for David Walsh, one of the men at the center of the 1993 Bre-X mining scandal. Wells is as down on his luck as possible when he teams up with geologist Michael Acosta (Edgar Ramirez) and finds the biggest gold strike of the decade. Soon the money is rolling in from Wall Street (represented by Corey Stoll and Bill Camp), and Kenny is making long-term plans with his part-time cocktail waitress, Kay (Bryce Dallas Howard). While the film’s exhilarating account of Kenny’s rise promises a spectacular fall, the cause of said fall is surprising. Academy Award winner Stephen Gaghan’s feature directing follow-up to Syriana may lack geopolitical relevance, but it recounts an entertaining real-life yarn via a magnetic storyteller. In his bald wig, fake belly (I assume) and tightie whities, McConaughey wants to make sure audiences know that nothing embarrasses him. The film is yet another example of an acting tour de force adequately masking narrative flaws. The result will not win any gold, but it is also no Fool’s Gold. A DOG’S PURPOSE (PG) After an aggressively mawkish first act—during which a young boy, Ethan, gains a lifelong friend in golden retriever Bailey (v. Josh Gad)—A Dog’s Purpose seemed destined to be one of the worst wide releases of the year, and it is still pretty early. After escaping the pathetic, nostalgia-fueled “golden age� segment, the movie settles into a sappy groove that will certainly please a larger audience. Later sequences with John Ortiz and a police dog, as well as a lonely young woman and her loyal pooch, lack the saccharine sanitization of mid-century America. However, if your gag reflex is easily triggered by sappy treacle, you will not make it past that first act, during which Gad’s incessant voiceover is at its aw-shucks worst. The script treats Bailey’s childish take on the world like sage nuggets of wisdom. And Dennis Quaid arrives too late to do much more than alternately grouse and flash his famous grin. Director Lasse Hallstrom (The Cider House Rules, Chocolat and several other similar films) goes full Hallstrom. Even for him, the death of multiple dogs is just too obvious of a ploy to jerk maximum tears. f
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Caledonia Lounge · 9 p.m. · $8–10 One of my favorite local shows of the last couple years came at the very start of 2015, when Philadelphiabased guitarist Chris Forsyth played Normaltown Hall with his explosive Solar Motel Band. So it comes as welcome news that Solar Motel guitarist Nick Millevoi is bringing his latest project to town: the brash, psychedelic Desertion Trio, which also features members of mystic-metal outfit Sabbath Assembly and long-running experimental rockers Talibam. Drawing from knotty free jazz and searing noise-rock, the group takes the riff revival to a totally cosmic level. Local bands Juan de Fuca and Jianna Justice share Wednesday night’s Caledonia bill. [Gabe Vodicka]
Ciné · FREE! · 6 p.m. “We Are the Other: A Photographic Portrait of Athens, Georgia” is a city-wide exhibition spearheaded by photographer Wing Young Huie. The Athens Cultural Affairs Commission hosted the artist last spring for a public art project through which he conducted “Chalk Talks.” These discussions, which challenged participants to consider identity and cultural assumption, were documented through the portraits that now comprise the exhibitions. Thirteen venues are participating, including the ACC Library, Lyndon House Arts Center, the botanical garden, Tlaloc and the Willson Center. His lecture at Ciné’s opening reception is titled “How Photographs Form Us: What Do You See?” [Jessica Smith]
Classic Center The Athens Wine Weekend warms up on Friday with Amuse-Bouche (5:30 p.m., $30), a reception featuring treats prepared by Northeast Georgia chefs paired with wines. Saturday’s Grand Tasting (1 p.m., $30) offers hundreds of wines from all around the world. A silent auction, seminars led by sommeliers and a certification course for attendees pursuing careers in wine will be held Friday and Saturday. Festivities close with a Sparkling Wine Sunday Brunch (11 a.m., $35). A portion of proceeds will benefit the Classic Center Cultural Foundation, which offers student scholarships in addition to supporting performing, visual and culinary arts programming throughout the year. [JS]
The Globe · 8 p.m. · $12–15 For the past several months, JazzAthensGA has sponsored a series of intimate jazz performances at various venues around town, quietly working to grow an underrepresented segment of the music scene. Most frequently, they take place in The Globe’s charming upstairs space, which is where you’ll find trumpeter Darren English this weekend. A South African native and Atlanta resident, the young English’s playing has been lauded by critics for its crystalline tone and stylistic range. At Saturday’s show, he’ll be backed by local jazz outfit Trio Deluxe, featuring drummer extraordinaire John Norris and bassist Andrea DeMarcus of Cicada Rhythm, as well as Atlanta guitarist Dan Coy. [GV]
Georgia Theatre · 8 p.m. · $16–18 Harpist Mary Lattimore put together an impressive string of indie-rock supporting appearances—with artists like Thurston Moore, Kurt Vile, Sharon Van Etten and many other notables—before releasing the Slant of Light LP, a duet with multi-instrumentalist Jeff Zeigler, in 2014. Last year, Lattimore struck out on her own with At the Dam, a five-track record inspired by a period of solo wandering across the United States. With only her harp and a few effects pedals, Lattimore crafts magical, meditative pieces that reflect the wonder and solitude of her travels. Shapeshifting New York post-punk band Parquet Courts headlines Saturday’s Georgia Theatre show. [GV]
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GAMES: Happy Hour Trivia (The Rook and Pawn) Hosted by James Majure. 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 KIDSTUFF: Spanish Play Group (reBlossom Mama Baby Shop) Parents and children meet to speak or learn some Spanish. 3:30–5 p.m. FREE! www.reblossomathens.com MEETINGS: Envision Athens (Multiple Locations) Envision Athens is a new “community-wide
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effort to develop a common vision for the future of the Athens-Clarke County community.” Jan. 31, 12:30 p.m. at the Lyndon House and 6 p.m. at Cedar Shoals High School. Feb. 1, 10:30 a.m. at the Classic Center. Feb. 2, 6 p.m. at Clarke Central High School. www.envisionathens.com MEETINGS: Community & Conversation (Resource Center in Triangle Plaza, 585 VIne St.) The Athens Anti-Discrimination Movement hosts an event for community members to discuss issues related to racial and social justice. Food courtesy of Dawg Gone Good
BBQ. 6 p.m. FREE! jasminejohnsonedu@gmail.com PERFORMANCE: Steve Jessup (UGA Ramsey Concert Hall) Graduate trombone recital, accompanied by Damon Denton on piano, Michael Edalgo on trumpet, Deborah Caldwell on trumpet, Peter Riggs on horn and Nick Beltchev on tuba. 6 p.m. FREE! www.music.uga.edu SPORTS: DawgDial (Champy’s Famous Fried Chicken) Hear a live broadcast of UGASports.com. DawgDial is hosted by Paul Maharry, Dave McMajon and Jake Reuse. 5 p.m. FREE! champyschicken.com
THEATER: The Long Christmas Ride Home (Seney-Stovall Chapel) This experimental play deconstructs a family road trip with a contemporary version of bunraku puppetry. See Theater Notes on p. 17. Jan. 31–Feb. 5, 8 p.m. Feb. 5, 2:30 p.m. $7–12. www.drama.uga.edu
Wednesday 1 ART: Tour at Two (Georgia Museum of Art) Docents lead a tour of highlights from the collection. 2 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org ART: “for You” (Lamar Dodd School of Art) “for You” brings together music, sound, video and installation art in an original composition. Groups will be hosted in 20-minute sequences. This work is a collaborative piece organized by over 40 musicians and visual artists. See Art Notes on p. 18. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.art.uga.edu ART: Lunchtime Gallery Talk (Lamar Dodd School of Art) MFA candidate in jewelry and metals, Alexis Spina, and MFA candidate in printmaking and book arts, Katherine Miller, discuss their exhibition, “355.” See Art Notes on p. 18. 12 p.m. FREE! www.art.uga.edu CLASSES: FRITA Noob Hour: Graphics (Free I.T. Athens, 2465 Jefferson Rd.) This is an introduction to some of the powerful graphics capabilities available to GNU/ Linux users. 7 p.m. FREE! www. freeitathens.org CLASSES: Creative Note Card Design (Winterville Center for Community and Culture) Starr Campbell will show participants how to design and create note cards. 10 a.m.–12 p.m. $13. wintervillecenter. com
COMEDY: “The Good Stuff” Stand Up Comedy (The World Famous) Hosted by Jake and Shaunak. 9:30 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ theworldfamousathens EVENTS: Lip Sync Battle (The Foundry) The Standard at Athens and River Mill present a lip syncing battle. A $500 prize will be awarded to the top performer, and $1000 will be given to the largest team to attend. Register teams online. 8 p.m. FREE! www.americancampus.com/ athens EVENTS: Womb Wanderings (The Healing Space, 140 Cleveland Ave.) Listen and share womb stories of life and wellness. 7 p.m. FREE! www. thehealingspaceathens.com GAMES: Trivia (Your Pie, Eastside) Every Wednesday. 7–9 p.m. FREE! www.yourpie.com GAMES: Trivia (Willy’s Mexicana Grill) Every Wednesday. 7:30 p.m. FREE! 706-548-1920 GAMES: Trivia (Copper Creek Brewing Company) Test your trivia chops for prizes! Every Wednesday. 9 p.m. FREE! 706-546-1102 GAMES: Bingo (Highwire Lounge) House cash and drink prizes. Hosted by DJ LaDarius. 8 p.m. FREE! www. highwirelounge.com GAMES: Full Contact Trivia (Blind Pig Tavern, 2440 W. Broad St.) Play to win. 8 p.m. FREE! www.fullcontacttrivia.wordpress.com 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 GAMES: Dirty South Trivia (Mellow Mushroom) Dirty South Trivia offers
house cash prizes. 8 p.m. FREE! 706-613-0892 KIDSTUFF: UGA EcoReach (ACC Library) Dissect owl pellets and learn about owls. Ages 11–18. 4:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/ athens KIDSTUFF: STEAM: 3D Printing (Oconee County Library) Use TinkerCad to create and print tech accessories. Snacks provided. Grades 6–12. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/oconee LECTURES & LIT: Word of Mouth Poetry (The Globe) Open mic poetry readings. This month’s featured reader is Carly Landa. 8–11 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ athenswordofmouth LECTURES & LIT: Meet the Author (Athens-Clarke Heritage Foundation, Firehall #2) Meet Cuban-American poet and novelist Virgil Suarez on his North Georgia Poetry Circuit Tour. FREE! www.thegeorgiareview.com LECTURES & LIT: Meet the Author (Avid Bookshop, 1662 S. Lumpkin St.) Meet Jonathan Rabb in celebration of his novel Among the Living. 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.avidbookshop. com 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. 6–7:30 p.m. FREE! www.fourathens.com/happy-hour MEETINGS: Lunch and Learn (Four Athens) UGA law professor Gregg Polsky discusses how to choose or change your business classification. Lunch provided. RSVP. 12 p.m. FREE! www.fourathens.com MEETINGS: Photo Sharegroup (State Botanical Garden of Georgia) The Photo Sharegroup meets at the Garden to share digital images
of outdoor photography. Email for more information. 6:30 p.m. FREE! lpetroff@chartner.net, bc.akin@ charter.net MEETINGS: Envision Athens (Multiple Locations) See Tuesday listing for full description Jan. 31, 12:30 p.m. at the Lyndon House and 6 p.m. at Cedar Shoals High School. Feb. 1, 10:30 a.m. at the Classic Center. Feb. 2, 6 p.m. at Clarke Central High School. www.envisionathens.com OUTDOORS: Guided Nature Ramble (Sandy Creek Nature Center) Join naturalists from the community on the trails at Sandy Creek. 9–11 a.m. FREE! scncinc@ gmail.com PERFORMANCE: National Symphony Orchestra of Ukraine (Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall) The program will include Dvorák’s Carnival Overture, Prokofiev’s Piano Concerto No. 3 and Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 5. 8 p.m. $6 (w/ UGA ID), $31–52. pac.uga.edu SPORTS: Signing Day Party (Champy’s Famous Fried Chicken) Celebrate UGA football’s Signing Day with day-long specials. 7 a.m.–9 p.m. FREE! www.champyschicken.com THEATER: The Long Christmas Ride Home (Seney-Stovall Chapel) See Tuesday listing for full description Jan. 31–Feb. 5, 8 p.m. Feb. 5, 2:30 p.m. $7–12. www.drama. uga.edu
Thursday 2 ART: Opening Reception (Ciné Barcafé) Photographic artist Wing Young Huie will speak on “How Photographs Form Us– What Do You See?” at the reception for the
city-wide exhibit “We Are the Other: A Photographic Portrait of Athens, Georgia.” See Calendar Pick on p. 20. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athensculturalaffairs.org CLASSES: Mama-Baby Yoga (reBlossom Mama Baby Shop) This yoga class allows kiddos to practice alongside their parents. Free childcare is available for little ones who would rather play than practice yoga. 9:30 a.m. $5–10 donation. www. reblossomathens.com CLASSES: Kundalini Yoga & Meditation (160 Satula Ave.) Connect to your own inner calm and strength. Beginners to advanced welcome. 6:30 p.m. $10. kundaliniathens@gmail.com EVENTS: Senior Potluck Lunch & Lecture (Winterville Center for Community and Culture) Bring a dish to share. This month’s program is “The Kroger “Click List”: What is it and how can it benefit me?” 12:30 p.m. FREE! wintervillecenter@ gmail.com FILM: Irascibles Film Series: Pollock (Georgia Museum of Art) This biopic, starring Ed Harris as Jackson Pollock, follows the artist in the early 1940s. 7 p.m. FREE! www. georgiamuseum.org GAMES: Music Trivia (Saucehouse Barbeque) Meet at the bar for a round of trivia. 8 p.m. FREE! www. facebook.com/saucehousebbq GAMES: Seinfeld Trivia (Flicker Theatre & Bar) Trivia about nothing. Hosted by Ryan Vogel and Matt Weeks. 6 p.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreandbar.com GAMES: Rook & Pawn University (The Rook and Pawn) Expand your board game repetoire. 7 p.m. www. therookandpawn.com GAMES: Johnny’s Trivia (Johnny’s New York Style Pizza) See Tuesday
listing for full description 8 p.m. FREE! 706-354-1515 KIDSTUFF: Robot Storytime (ACC Library) Robot stories, robot crafts and real robots to play with. Ages 4–11. 3:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/athens LECTURES & LIT: Poets of Winterville (Winterville Center for Community and Culture) The group supports and encourages writing of original poetry. All ages and experience welcome. 6:30 p.m. FREE! wintervillecenter.com LECTURES & LIT: Meet the Author (Avid Bookshop, 1662 S. Lumpkin St.) Meet local author Pamela Spahr in celebration of her book Caregiver’s Survival Toolkit. 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.avidbookshop.com LECTURES & LIT: After the End: A Post-Apocalyptic Book Group (ACC Library) This month’s title is M.R. Carey’s The Girl With All the Gifts. 7 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/athens LECTURES & LIT: Oconee County Library Friends Book Sale (Oconee County Civic Center) Books, CDs and DVDs will be sold for bargain prices. Proceeds benefit the Oconee County Public Library. Feb. 2, 5–8 p.m. (member preview night), Feb. 3, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. & Feb. 4, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. www. oconeelibraryfriends.org MEETINGS: Oconee Rivers Audubon Society (Sandy Creek Nature Center) Ryan Chitwood and Sam Merker will speak on “Songbirds and their shifting breeding range in southern Appalachia.” 7 p.m. FREE! www.oconeeriversaudubon.org MEETINGS: Envision Athens (Multiple Locations) See Tuesday listing for full description Jan. 31, k continued on next page
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vintage and home wares. 5–8 p.m. www.bmaathome.com EVENTS: Athens Wine Weekend (The Classic Center) The weekend features hundreds of wine samples, seminars, a silent brunch, certification course, gourmet dinner and a Sunday brunch. A portion of proceeds will benefit the Classic Center Cultural Foundation. See Calendar Pick on p. 20. Feb. 3–5. www.athenswineweekend.com EVENTS: Friends First Friday (State Botanical Garden of Georgia) This monthly event includes a full breakfast and an opportunity to meet new people while learning about the garden. Today’s topic is bringing rare plants into home landscapes. 10:30 a.m. $12. 706-542-6138, www. botgarden.uga.edu EVENTS: Adult Coloring Program (Madison County Library, Danielsville) Coloring sheets and pencils will be provided for participants to drop in, color and relax. 4–6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary. org/madison EVENTS: Anniversary Party (Mama Jewel’s Kitchen) Mama Jewel’s Kitchen celebrate their first birthday with cake for everyone and a prize drawing. 7 a.m.–2 p.m. mamajewelskitchen.com LECTURES & LIT: Tiny Houses (UGA Tate Student Center, Room 473) Will Johnston (Tiny House Atlanta), ACC commissioner Melissa Link and Ted Miltiades (Department
find she’ll be working with a former partner. This show contains an above-average amount of kissing. Feb. 3–4 & Feb. 9–11, 8 p.m. Feb. 5 & Feb. 12, 2 p.m. $8–15. www. townandgownplayers.org THEATER: The Long Christmas Ride Home (Seney-Stovall Chapel) See Tuesday listing for full description Jan. 31–Feb. 5, 8 p.m. Feb. 5, 2:30 p.m. $7–12. www.drama. uga.edu THEATER: Seussical (Athens Little Playhouse) The Cat in the Hat tells the story of Horton, an elephant who discovers a speck of dust that contains The Whos. Feb. 3–4, 7 p.m. Feb. 5, 3 p.m. $5–10. www. athenslittleplayhouse.net
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CLASSES: Persona Poems: A Reading and Talk (River’s Crossing) Using examples from her own work and others, author Michelle Castleberry presents a workshop on persona. Presented by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute. 9 a.m. $10. 706-542-7715, www.olli@uga.edu EVENTS: Morning Mindfulness (Georgia Museum of Art) Join instructor Jerry Gale for a meditation session in the galleries. Meet in the lobby. 9:30–10:30 a.m. FREE! branew@uga.edu, www.georgiamuseum.org EVENTS: The OLLI Bash (Tuckston United Methodist, 4175 Lexington Rd.) This activity fair will include displays and information on this semester’s many courses, programs, special interest groups and volunteer opportunities. 1–3 p.m. FREE! www. olli.uga.edu EVENTS: Valentine’s Event with Condor Chocolates (BMA At Home) Enjoy refreshments while perusing new jewelry collections,
of Community Affairs) discuss the topic of tiny houses in Georgia at this lunchtime lecture. 12 p.m. FREE! www.fcs.uga.edu LECTURES & LIT: Meet the Author (Avid Bookshop) Meet Patricia BellScott in celebration of her book The Firebrand and the First Lady. 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.avidbookshop.com LECTURES & LIT: Oconee County Library Friends Book Sale (Oconee County Civic Center) See Thursday listing for full description Feb. 2, 5–8 p.m. (member preview night), Feb. 3, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. & Feb. 4, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. www. oconeelibraryfriends.org PERFORMANCE: Athens Showgirl Cabaret (Little Kings Shuffle Club) See performances by local drag artists. 10:30 p.m. $5. www.athensshowgirlcabaret.com THEATER: Stage Kiss (Town and Gown Players) Town & Gown Players present Sara Ruhl’s play exploring the strange and comic world of love. A woman returns to the theater stage after years away to
by Anni Paisley (2 p.m.), Lifeline Method and Technique by Lynn Louise Halverson (3 p.m.) and Healing Circle with Paul D’Souza (4 p.m.). Ongoing demos for aromatherapy, DIY body spray, massage, reiki, dousing, tarot, Biofield tuning, acutuning and more will be offered all afternoon. 12 p.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreandbar.com EVENTS: Orchid Madness Fundraiser (State Botanical Garden of Georgia) There will be a reception, silent auction, an exclusive view of rare orchids and an orchid for each guest to take home. Proceeds benefit the garden’s horticulture department. 6–8 p.m. $50–80. 706-542-9353, botgarden.uga.edu EVENTS: Open House (2022 S. Milledge Ave.) Meet your Muslim neighbors at the Al Huda Islamic Center. The event includes a tour of the mosque, henna tattoos and a Q&A. 11 a.m.–6 p.m. FREE! www. athensislamiccenter.org EVENTS: Classic City Roller Girls (The Classic Center) The Classic
for full description Feb. 3–4 & Feb. 9–11, 8 p.m. Feb. 5 & Feb. 12, 2 p.m. $8–15. www.townandgownplayers.org THEATER: Seussical (Athens Little Playhouse) See Friday listing for full description Feb. 3–4, 7 p.m. Feb. 5, 3 p.m. $5–10. www.athenslittleplayhouse.net THEATER: The Long Christmas Ride Home (Seney-Stovall Chapel) See Tuesday listing for full description Jan. 31–Feb. 5, 8 p.m. Feb. 5, 2:30 p.m. $7–12. www.drama. uga.edu
Sunday 5 ART: Art Sketching Playdate for Adults (State Botanical Garden of Georgia) Laurel Genteman, local artist and owner of the Painted Voice Studio, leads a workshop in channeling your own creativity. For ages 15 & up. 1:30–4:30 p.m. $35. www. botgarden.uga.edu EVENTS: Athens Wine Weekend (The Classic Center) See Friday listing for full description Feb. 3–5. www.athenswineweekend.com
tion Jan. 31–Feb. 5, 8 p.m. Feb. 5, 2:30 p.m. $7–12. www.drama. uga.edu
Monday 6 FILM: Animal Voices Film Festival: Racing Extinction (Miller Learning Center, Room 148) This eco-thriller examines humanity’s role in mass extinction and explores solutions that inspire hope for a more sustainable future. 7 p.m. FREE! sos@uga.edu GAMES: Rock and Roll Trivia (Little Kings Shuffle Club) Get a team together and show off your extensive music knowledge! Hosted by Jonathan Thompson. 9 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/lkshuffleclub 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: League Trivia (The Rook and Pawn) Six teams will compete in a five-week trivia battle for annual
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City Rollergirls wage war on wheels in a doubleheader with “Battle of the Sexes” and “Green vs. Black.” 5 p.m. $12-14/single game, $20–22/ double. www.classiccityrollergirls. com EVENTS: Athens Wine Weekend (The Classic Center) See Friday listing for full description Feb. 3–5. www.athenswineweekend.com EVENTS: Release Party (Terrapin Beer Co.) Celebrate the release of the Single Orgin Coffee Ale. 1–7:30 p.m. www.terrapinbeer.com FILM: Family Movie (Madison County Library, Danielsville) Watch a movie in conjunction with the visiting science exhibit, “Discover Tech: Engineers Make a World of Difference.” 3 p.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/madison GAMES: Shadowrun RPG Demo (Tyche’s Games) Visit Seattle in 2071, when magic and megacorps clash. 12 p.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com KIDSTUFF: Disney Reads Day (Barnes & Noble) Dress like your favorite Disney character for stories and activities. 11 a.m. FREE! www. bn.com
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The Saturday Morning Club Tinsley Ellis plays the Georgia Theatre on Friday, Feb. 3. KIDSTUFF: Nature’s Trading Post (Sandy Creek Nature Center) Trade one or two objects found in nature for points or other nature objects in the center’s collection. 11 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! 706-613-3615 LECTURES & LIT: Oconee County Library Friends Book Sale (Oconee County Civic Center) See Thursday listing for full description Feb. 2, 5–8 p.m. (member preview night), Feb. 3, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. & Feb. 4, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. www. oconeelibraryfriends.org LECTURES & LIT: “Taking Another Look at the Underground Railroad” (ACC Library) Sheri Jackson of the National Park Service will speak on the significance of the underground railroad. 2 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/athens LECTURES & LIT: Meet the Author (Avid Bookshop) Meet Atlanta-based author Frank Reddy in celebration of his novel Eyes on the Island. 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.avidbookshop.com OUTDOORS: Naturalist’s Walk (Sandy Creek Nature Center) Join the SCNC staff for a walk around the property. Bring a camera or binoculars. All ages. 10–11 a.m. FREE! 706-613-3615 THEATER: Stage Kiss (Town and Gown Players) See Friday listing
FILM: Southern Circuit Tour of Independent Filmmakers (Winder Cultural Arts Center, Winder) Mango Dreams follows the unlikely friendship of a Hindu doctor with dementia and a Muslim rickshaw driver. 4 p.m. 678-425-6884 GAMES: Netrunner Open Play (Tyche’s Games) All are welcome to join in. 12:30–4:30 p.m. FREE! www. tychesgames.com KIDSTUFF: Tail Waggin’ Tutors (Oconee County Library) Reading aloud to a dog creates a relaxed, non-judgmental environment that helps kids develop their reading skills and builds confidence. Register for a 15-minutes session. Grades K-5. 3 p.m. FREE! 706-7693950 THEATER: Stage Kiss (Town and Gown Players) See Friday listing for full description Feb. 3–4 & Feb. 9–11, 8 p.m. Feb. 5 & Feb. 12, 2 p.m. $8–15. www.townandgownplayers.org THEATER: Seussical (Athens Little Playhouse) See Friday listing for full description Feb. 3–4, 7 p.m. Feb. 5, 3 p.m. $5–10. www.athenslittleplayhouse.net THEATER: The Long Christmas Ride Home (Seney-Stovall Chapel) See Tuesday listing for full descrip-
memberships and gift cards valued at nearly $500. Email to sign up. 7 p.m. FREE! rookandpawnathens@ gmail.com KIDSTUFF: Teen Advisory Board (Oconee County Library) Teen Advisory Board (TAB) is a group of teens who gather at the beginning of every month to discuss and plan upcoming events. Ages 11–18. Registration required. 7 p.m. FREE! 706-769-3950 KIDSTUFF: Open Chess Play for Kids and Teens (ACC Library) Teen chess players of all skill levels can play matches and learn from members of the local Chess and Community Players, who will be on hand to assist players and help build skill levels. For ages 7–18. Registration required. 4–5:30 p.m. FREE! 706-613-3650 KIDSTUFF: Nerd Herd Hang Out (Oconee County Library) Geek out with other nerds. Grades 6–12. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/ oconee LECTURES & LIT: Genealogy Program (Madison County Library, Danielsville) Learn about research resources at the library. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/ madison k continued on next page
FREE! CORE Concert Dance Company
Saturday February 11
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A fun family event designed for children ages four through twelve and their parents and grandparents. CORE Concert Contemporary & Aerial Dance Company offers an exciting multimedia and aerial dance performance with audience participation. It’s fun . . . it’s educational . . . and it’s FREE.
NEW DANCE THEATRE 262 W. Green St., Athens
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GAMES: Dirty South Trivia (Taqueria Tsunami, Downtown) Grab your friends and surf the trivia wave every Tuesday. 8 p.m. FREE! www. dirtysouthtrivia.com GAMES: RPG Fan Track Night (The Rook and Pawn) Enjoy learning the basics of role-playing games. 7:30 p.m. FREE! www.therookandpawn. com GAMES: Sports Trivia (Champy’s Famous Fried Chicken) Hosted by TV, radio and internet personality Dave McMahon. Emphasis on Georgia athletics. 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.champyschicken.com GAMES: Locos Trivia (Locos Grill & Pub) See Tuesday listing for full description 8 p.m. FREE! www. locosgrill.com GAMES: Trivia at the Rail (The Rail Athens) Trivia hosted by Nic every Tuesday. 10:30 p.m. FREE! 706354-7289 GAMES: Full Contact Trivia (Blind Pig Tavern) See Tuesday listing for full description 8:30 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/blindpigtavern GAMES: Happy Hour Trivia (The Rook and Pawn) See Tuesday listing for full description 6 p.m. FREE! www.therookandpawn.com GAMES: Johnny’s Trivia (Johnny’s New York Style Pizza) See Tuesday listing for full description 8 p.m. FREE! 706-354-1515 GAMES: Trivia (Hi-Lo Lounge) See Tuesday listing for full description 8:30 p.m. FREE! 706-850-8561 KIDSTUFF: Preschooler Storytime (Oconee County Library) Stories, songs, crafts and fun for preschoolaged children and their caregivers. 10 & 11 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee KIDSTUFF: Lego Club (Oconee County Library) Create Lego art and enjoy Lego-based activities. Legos provided. Ages 3–10. 4 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee PERFORMANCE: UGA Philharmonia (Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall) The orchestral ensemble is mostly comprised of non-music major string performers. 8 p.m. FREE! music.uga.edu PERFORMANCE: Student Recital (UGA Robert G. Edge Recital Hall) First-year horn students will perform solo work. 5 p.m. FREE! music. uga.edu
Wednesday 8 ART: Artful Conversation (Georgia Museum of Art) Callan Steinmann, associate curator of education, leads a discussion on “Advanced and Irascible.� 2 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org CLASSES: Sufi Workshop (322 Duncan Springs Rd.) Sufi master Adnan Sarhan leads the group in drumming, Sufi exercises, meditation, dancing and chanting. Wear comfortable clothing. Towel or blanket optional. 7–9 p.m. $10. 678886-8680 EVENTS: Rabbit Box (The Foundry) Storytellers share true-life tales. This month theme is “What I Did For Love.� 7 p.m. $7. thefoundryathens. com EVENTS: Bob Gruen (Georgia Theatre) Meet music photographer Bob Gruen and watch Rock & Roll Exposed: The Photography of Bob Gruen. 7–11 p.m. $10–15. www. georgiatheatre.com EVENTS: Umano Sample Sale (Creature Comforts Brewery) Umano, a local fashion brand fea-
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tured on ABC’s “Shark Tank,â€? often uses children’s artwork on its products to benefit charities. The brand will also have a small batch of “Get Comfortableâ€? shirts in collaboration with Creature Comforts. Your Pie and Insomnia Cookies will be present. 4–7 p.m. www.umano.com GAMES: Trivia (Copper Creek Brewing Company) See Wednesday listing for full description 9 p.m. FREE! 706-546-1102 GAMES: Trivia (Willy’s Mexicana Grill) Every Wednesday. 7:30 p.m. FREE! 706-548-1920 GAMES: Trivia (Your Pie, Eastside) Every Wednesday. 7–9 p.m. FREE! www.yourpie.com GAMES: Full Contact Trivia (Blind Pig Tavern, 2440 W. Broad St.) Play to win. 8 p.m. FREE! www.fullcontacttrivia.wordpress.com GAMES: Bingo (Highwire Lounge) See Wednesday listing for full description 8 p.m. FREE! www.highwirelounge.com 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) See Wednesday listing for full description 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) See Wednesday listing for full description 6–7:30 p.m. FREE! www.fourathens.com/ happy-hour PERFORMANCE: Experimentique Night (CinĂŠ BarcafĂŠ) An ongoing series of ladies/lady-identified/ non-binary nights. This installment features performances by Brigette Herron, Emileigh Ireland, KyKy Renee Knight, Lisa Lipani, Mariah Parker, Jessica Smith, Adriana Thomas, Marie A. Uhler, Naoko Uno and Kesha Wiseman, plus art by Kim-Huong Ruiz and Violet Kester. 9 p.m. $3. www.athenscine.com PERFORMANCE: Jordan Stone (Hugh Hodgson School of Music) Student bass trombone recital, accompanied by Anatoly Sheludyakov on piano and Steve Jessup, Andrew Taylor and Paul Nelson on trombone. 7 p.m. FREE! music.uga.edu
LIVE MUSIC Tuesday 31 Caledonia Lounge 9 p.m. $5 (21+), $7 (18-20). www. caledonialounge.com SHEHEHE Local band that draws from old-school punk and arena rock to create a fist-pumping atmosphere. ON THE CINDER Three-piece punk/ melodic hardcore band from Buffalo, NY. HUNGER ANTHEM Fuzzed-out, guitar-driven local indie rock band. BURNS LIKE FIRE Stewed, screwed and tattooed punk rock band from Athens. HARRY CAREY Reunited version of this mid-’90s Athens rock group fronted by songwriter Jim Willingham.
The Foundry 7:30 p.m. $5. www.thefoundryathens. com LIVE BAND KARAOKE Sing your favorite ‘80s and ‘90s jams and beyond, backed by Saved by the Band. Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 8 p.m. FREE! www.hendershotscoffee. com DUENDE Cleveland, OH duo that combines the sounds of classical guitar and saxophone. Nowhere Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-4742 DJ WHOM Local DJ playing a mix of hip hop, ‘90s and 2000s music. WUOG 90.5 FM 8 p.m. FREE! www.wuog.com LUKE BASS Athens-based new wave and electronic producer.
Wednesday 1 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. $8 (21+), $10 (18-20). www. caledonialounge.com DESERTION TRIO Experimental group that draws from avant-garde jazz, modern classical and rock and roll. See Calendar Pick on p. 20. JUAN DE FUCA Driving indie rock band fronted by local songwriter Jack Cherry. JIANNA JUSTICE Athens-based indie-folk project with a compelling, summery sound. Flicker Theatre & Bar 7:30 p.m. $5. www.flickertheatreandbar. com SCHMOOZE Athens-based alternative rock four-piece. BRAD GERKE Local folk and altcountry singer-songwriter. KING ISRAEL New local alternative blues-rock band. CONVINCE THE KID New local rock band. Nowhere Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-4742 JAHMAN BRAHMAN Jam-rock band featuring fluid progressions and funky riffs. The Office Lounge 8 p.m. FREE! 706-546-0840 KARAOKE With your host Lynn. Every Wednesday! 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 2 Blue Sky 10 p.m. FREE! 706-850-3153 WARM GLOW BLUE SKY SHOW JJC plays disco, funk, soul & cetera. Every Thursday! Caledonia Lounge 9 p.m. $5 (21+), $7 (18-20). www. caledonialounge.com LIBERATOR New local three-piece rock band. THE IDES OF JUNE Rock and roll group out of Atlanta. A THRONE UNDERWATER Local rock band making its debut performance.
Georgia Theatre 8 p.m. $15 (adv.), $18 (door). www. georgiatheatre.com ANGEL OLSEN With a stunning voice and an ear for detail, this songwriter and guitarist crafts poignant, sweeping music. See story on p. 14. CHRIS COHEN Captured Tracks musician and Deerhoof/Ariel Pink collaborator performs a set of his psych-pop. 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. Every Thursday! Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 8 p.m. FREE! www.hendershotscoffee. com OLD SKOOL PRESENTS… Former members of Old Skool Trio Jason Fuller (keys and vox) and Seth Hendershot (drums and vox) are getting together with friends to bring you some of their favorite sounds.
Buddy Guy, The Allman Brothers, Gov’t Mule, Widespread Panic and more. REVEREND TRIBBLE AND THE DEACONS Good old-fashioned rock and roll from Athens mainstay Tribble and his band. ACROSS THE WIDE Southern rock band from Cumming with bluegrass influence. Go Bar 9 p.m. $5. 706-546-5609 DANCE PARTY FOR REPRODUCTIVE RIGHTS A night of music to benefit the Magnolia Fund, featuring “the best of Kate Bush, Blondie, Aaliyah, Robyn, Grace Jones, Solange, etc.” Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 8 p.m. $5. www.hendershotscoffee.com MISTER TIE DYE Local nine-piece improvisational fusion group.
Saturday 4 Caledonia Lounge 9 p.m. $5 (21+), $7 (18-20). www. caledonialounge.com JET PHASE Local grunge- and indieinfluenced band. THE GOOD LOOKS Young band playing a custom blend of rock, blues, funk, punk and alternative. THE STIR Rock band from Athens and Atlanta. FUTURE BABES Alt-rock band out of Atlanta. Flicker Theatre & Bar 9 p.m. $5. www.flickertheatreandbar. com HORIZONTAL HOLD Noise-pop quartet from Durham, NC. OUTERSEA Athens-based psychedelic surf-rock five-piece. THE GOOD GRACES Indie-pop act from Atlanta.
THIRD EYE STIR FRY A sound art project from Sean McDonald of MMM Sound. LEISURE SERVICE Michael Pierce plays a set of blown out, bass-heavy techno. THE ELECTRIC NATURE Athensbased experimental drone and noise-rock outfit. DJ MAHOGANY Popular local DJ spins freaky funk, sultry soul, righteous R&B and a whole lotta faves.
The Office Lounge 9 p.m. 706-546-0840 SACRED HOLLOW Local hard rock band influenced by Tool, Sevendust, Soundgarden and more.
Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 8 p.m. $7. www.hendershotscoffee.com DOUG KEES & MOONSHINE Featuring Chris Burroughs, the group will perform music from Led Zeppelin II and IV.
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Highwire Lounge 8 p.m. FREE! www.highwirelounge.com LIVE MUSIC Come out and hear local jazz and bluegrass bands take
Southern Brewing Company 2:30 p.m. www.sobrewco.com QUIG AND THE BOYS Local rock band playing old, new, blues and rock with a twist.
The World Famous 8 p.m. $5. www.facebook.com/theworldfamousathens DAVID BARBE Local luminary and studio engineer performs every Sunday in February with his band the Quick Hooks. Each week will feature different special guests accompanying the band.
Live Wire 10 p.m. FREE! www.livewireathens.com TECROPOLIS Athens’ longest-running electronic dance music series, with special guests.
Georgia Theatre Bob Gruen Q&A and Signing. 6 p.m. $5–$15. www.georgiatheatre.com SHEHEHE Local band that draws from old-school punk and arena rock to create a fist-pumping atmosphere. The Globe 8 p.m. FREE! 706-353-4721 THE HOT HOTTY-HOTS Mary Sigalas, Dan Horowitz, Steve Key and surprise guests play swingin’ tunes from the ‘10s, ‘20s and ‘30s.
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Georgia Theatre 7 p.m. $15. www.georgiatheatre.com TINSLEY ELLIS In-demand blues guitarist who has performed with
Nowhere Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-4742 DJ WHOM See Tuesday’s listing for full description
Boar’s Head Lounge 10 p.m. FREE! 706-369-3040 LEAVING COUNTRIES OPEN MIC JAM See Wednesday’s listing for full description
The Office Lounge 8:30 p.m. 706-546-0840 REV. TRIBBLE AND THE DANCING MAGNOLIAS Local group led by Athens rock fixture Rev. Conner Mack Tribble.
The Foundry 8 p.m. $5 (adv.), $7 (door). www.thefoundryathens.com SONS OF SAILORS Jimmy Buffet cover band, featuring members of the Tony Pritchett Band.
Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 8 p.m. FREE! www.hendershotscoffee. com PERIOD SIX Playing a unique blend of jazz standards featuring collective communication and soulful improvisation.
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Nowhere Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-4742 LITTLE BIRD High-energy blend of surf rock, jazz and Americana from Annapolis, MD.
Flicker Theatre & Bar 9 p.m. www.flickertheatreandbar.com DOUG HOYER Local chamber-pop singer-songwriter. Album-release show! See Record Review on p. 16. HARLOT PARTY Local folk-rock project led by songwriter KyKy Renee Knight. NICHOLAS MALLIS & THE BOREALIS Mallis’ music is “a cross between David Bowie, The Ventures, and a little bit of Neil Diamond.”
Caledonia Lounge 7:30 p.m. $5 (21+), $7 (18-20). www. caledonialounge.com NEWREALM Local Christian group with an honest, clean sound and cohesive instrumentals. RENOVATE 12:2 Christian worship group from Royston. LOUDER THAN LIONS Acoustic worship group with an intimate, Southern sound.
The World Famous 9 p.m. www.facebook.com/theworldfamousathens FIRST TUESDAY A monthly hip hop showcase hosted by Montu Miller, featuring an album-release performance from Atlanta’s G-Money, as well as Athens rapper Dictator and poet Maxim Debonair.
Highwire Lounge 11 p.m. $1 (headphone). www.highwirelounge.com SILENT DISCO Dance the night away with wireless headphones and two channels of music. One of them is a request line!
Caledonia Lounge 9 p.m. $10 (21+), $12 (18-20). www. caledonialoounge.com ROADKILL GHOST CHOIR Folkinfluenced psych-rock six-piece from Athens. EP release show! See story on p. 15. CHIEF SCOUT Bracing local rock band led by songwriter Trey Rosenkampff. OAK HOUSE Melodic and complex post-rock group from Athens and Atlanta.
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Nowhere Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-4742 ALEX CULBRETH Edgy alt-country singer-songwriter from Virginia.
Horizontal Hold plays Flicker Theatre & Bar on Saturday, Feb. 4. Highwire Lounge 8 p.m. FREE! www.highwirelounge.com LIVE MUSIC Rotating local jazz and bluegrass bands play every Friday and Saturday night.
40 Watt Club 10 p.m. FREE! www.40watt.com DJS IMMUZIKATION & TWIN POWERS Two of the Booty Boyz spin dance party jams and classics.
Nowhere Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-4742 CLASSIC CITY JUKEBOX Local allstar rock and roll cover band.
Georgia Theatre 8 p.m. $16 (adv.), $18 (door). www. georgiatheatre.com PARQUET COURTS High-energy, indie rock band from New York. MARY LATTIMORE Philadelphiabased harpist with an improvisational, experimental approach. See Calendar Pick on p. 20. BEIJE Atlanta-based post-punk group.
The Office Lounge 6 p.m. 706-546-0840 REV. CONNER MACK TRIBBLE He’s a Georgia rock and roll fixture. 8:30 p.m. FREE! 706-549-0840 KARAOKE With your host Lynn, the Queen of Karaoke! Saucehouse Barbeque 7 p.m. FREE! www.saucehousebbq.com JULIE HOLMES Local singer-songwriter/multi-instrumentalist who specializes in acoustic jams. Terrapin Beer Co. 4:30 p.m. www.terrapinbeer.com DJ OSMOSE Spinning “all vinyl roots, dub, rocksteady, lovers rock and reggae inna turntablist style” every Friday in February.
The Globe 8 p.m. $12 (adv.), $15 (door). www. jazzathensga.org DARREN ENGLISH The acclaimed South African jazz trumpeter will be joined by Athens group Trio Deluxe for a special performance. See Calendar Pick on p. 20. Go Bar 10 p.m. $3. 706-546-5609 NONCONNAH Ambient, ethereal, cinematic drones from this Tennesseebased husband and wife duo.
turns performing every Friday and Saturday night. 11 p.m. $1 (headphone). www.highwirelounge.com SILENT DISCO See Thursday’s listing for full description Little Kings Shuffle Club Get Comfortable Fundraiser. 10 p.m. $5. www.facebook.com/lkshuffleclub DJ QUINCY Former Modern Skirts drummer John Swint spins a dance party.
Monday 6 Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 8 p.m. FREE! www.hendershotscoffee. com OPEN MIC Showcase your talent at this open mic night every Monday. Hosted by Larry Forte.
No. 3 Railroad Street 7:30 p.m. www.3railroad.org REDSTONE RAMBLERS Local blues-folk group led by Mark Wilmot.
Lamar Dodd School of Art 5 p.m. FREE! art.uga.edu HISTORIC SUNSETS Athens-based experimental pop quartet that draws influence from freak-folk and French dream-pop.
Nowhere Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-4742 THE LAGOONS Rising up from Tuscaloosa, AL, this jammy foursome claims influences of blues, funk and reggae.
Nowhere Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-4742 BLUES NIGHT WITH BIG C Nobody in Athens sings the blues quite like Big C. Expect lots of soulful riffs, covers and originals.
The Office Lounge 8 p.m. FREE! 706-546-0840 KARAOKE With your host Lynn. Every Wednesday! Porterhouse Grill 6:30 p.m. FREE! 706-369-0990 JAZZ NIGHT Enjoy an evening of original music, improv and standards.
Down the Line 2/9 WARM GLOW BLUE SKY SHOW (Blue Sky) 2/9 FORBIDDEN WAVES / THE PLAGUE / THE VG MINUS (Caledonia Lounge) 2/9 ATHENS A-TRAIN BAND (The Foundry) 2/9 ZOSO / MAGIC CITY HIPPIES (Georgia Theatre) 2/9 SILENT DISCO (Highwire Lounge) 2/9 ROBBIE DUDE (Nowhere Bar)
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Art AAAC Grants (Athens, GA) The Athens Area Arts Council is seeking applicants for its quarterly $500 grants. All local artists, arts organizations or arts-based projects are welcome to apply. Deadline Mar. 15, June, 15, Sept. 15 and Dec. 15. info@athensarts.org, www.athens arts.org AthFest Educates Grant (Athens, GA) Individuals from nonprofit organizations, public schools or government agencies serving you in grades K-8 can apply for grants. Grants can be used for music and arts based non-consumable equipment, programs and experiences, and professional development for educators or youth specialists. AthFest Educates awards up to $25,000 per grant cycle. 706-5481973, director@athfesteducates.org, athfesteducates.org Classic Center Cultural Foundation Arts Grant (The Classic Center) A grant is offered once a year by the Classic Center Cultural Foundation. Up to $5,000 will be awarded to help a community group offset the expense of space rental at The Classic Center. www.classiccenter.com Fold Unfold (Lyndon House Arts Center) “Fold Unfold” invites skilled makers to weave functional bedding on manually operated looms for an installation. Coverlets should be informed by overshot geometric patterning popular in the South, and should use a modernist color scheme of black, white and gray. Confirm participation by Mar. 1. Submission deadline May 1. foldunfold2017@gmail.com Indie South (Athens, GA) Indie South is now accepting artist vendors for multiple events. Valentine’s Market Feb. 12, 11 a.m.–6 p.m., at Athens Cotton Press. $85. Eclectic Bazaar at Creature Comforts on Mar. 25. $85. Springtacular on May 22–23. $185. ww.indiesouthfair.com Love in All its Many Forms (KA Artist Shop) Seeking artwork representing or inspired by love for a group exhibition. Submit up to three images and brief descriptions by Jan. 31. Exhibit runs Feb. 14–Mar. 31. Reception on Mar. 16. Find guidelines online. $10/submission fee. kaartistshop@gmail.com, www.kaartist.com/pages/gallerysubmission-form 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. $65/month or $175/three months. 706-613-3623, www.athensclarke county.com/leisure Seeking Artwork for Live Forward (Athens, GA) The Athens Area Arts Council is seeking submissions of donations of artwork for Live Forward (formerly AIDS Athens). Artwork will be hung
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in counseling and exam rooms, hallways and waiting areas. Artwork must be framed, uplifting and by an Athens artist. Donations are tax deductible. Email to arrange a donation. Deadline May 1. jessica@ athensarts.org Southworks Call for Artists (OCAF, Watkinsville) Seeking submissions for the 22nd annual Southworks National Juried Art Exhibition on Apr. 7–May 5. Visit website for application and to submit images. Cash prizes will be awarded to top pieces. Deadline Feb. 17. $25-35. www.ocaf.com
Auditions Calendar Girls (Town and Gown Players) Town & Gown Players present auditions for Calendar Girls, a play adapted from the hit movie of the same name. There are roles for nine women and four men. Auditions consist of a prepared 1–2 minute monologue and cold readings from the script. Roles require British accents. Auditions Feb. 6–7, 7–10 p.m. Rehearsals run Mondays– Thursdays, 6:30–9 p.m. beginning Feb. 13. Show dates Mar. 24–Apr. 2. terrelladeville@gmail.com Willy Wonka Kids (Elberton City Hall) Encore Junior hosts auditions for children in Kindergarten through fifth grade. Be prepared to sing a short song of your choosing. Auditions are on Feb. 6–7, 6–8 p.m. Rehearsals run multiple nights a week February through April. Performances held Apr. 21–23. 706283-1049
Classes Art Classes (Lyndon House Arts Center) Online registration is underway for classes offered to children and adults, beginner and advanced. Courses for adults include drawing, enamel jewelry, printmaking, photography and wheel thrown pottery. Courses for youth inclue art time, stop-motion animation and designing fairy houses. 706-613-3623, www.athensclarkecounty.com/leisure Artist Workshops (KA Artist Shop) “Atelier Drawing” (Feb. 1). “Brush Lettering” (Feb. 18). www. kaartist.com Beekeeping for Beginners (State Botanical Garden of Georgia) A seven-part series covers the fundamentals of beekeeping. Topics include beekeeping basics, care and feeding of honeybees, spring hive management, installing bees, products from the hive, and overwintering your hive. Sundays through Aug. 13. $35/class, www.botgarden. uga.edu Belly Dancing (Winterville Center for Community and Culture) Learn Middle Eastern dance in a relaxed class for people of all ages and abilities. Classes cover basic postures and combinations as well as group improvisations. Wednesdays, 6:30–8:30 p.m. $7–10/session. 706-742-0823, wintervillecenter@ gmail.com
Career Coach (ACC Library) A Goodwill’s Virtual Career Coach will assist patrons with job applications and resumes. First Tuesdays, 1–3 p.m. and last Thursdays, 10 a.m.–12 p.m. www.careerconnector.org Gentle Yoga (Winterville Center for Community and Culture) Gentle yoga uses breathing exercises, restorative postures, stretching and more to reduce stress and calm the mind. No experience required. All ages. Bring water and a mat. Thursdays, 5:30–6:30 p.m. $7.50. 706-742-0823, wintervillecenter@ gmail.com, www.wintervillecenter. com Hot Yoga (Fuel Hot Yoga) Classes in hot yoga are offered seven days a week. Beginners welcome. Student discounts available. 706-353-9642, www.fuelhotyoga.com Little City Hookers (Winterville Center for Community and Culture) Bring your crochet projects and hook awhile. Share ideas and techniques. Hooks, scrap yarn and basic instructions are available. Fridays, 1–3 p.m. wintervillecenter@gmail. com Martial Arts Classes (Live Oak Martial Arts, Bogart) Traditional and modern-style Taekwondo, Jodo, self-defense, grappling and weapons classes for all ages. Visit website for full class schedule. www.liveoak martialarts.com Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Workshop (Athens Regional Medical Center, Healing Lodge) Years of medical research and training are blended into eight weeks of instruction and a one-day mindfulness retreat focused on reducing stress and anxiety and increasing general well-being. Register by Feb. 13. Classes begin Feb. 20, 6–8 p.m. $225/series. 706475-4900, mfhealy@bellsouth.net, www.mindfuliving.org 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, survival@ womentotheworld.org Pilates (Winterville Center for Community and Culture) Strengthen your core, legs, glutes and back. Bring a mat. For adults of all ages. Tuesdays, 6–7 p.m. $7.50. 706742-0823 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 Salsa Dance Classes (Little Kings Shuffle Club) Cuban-style salsa dance classes (Casino-Rueda) with SALSAthens. No partner necessary. Beginners welcome. Every Wednesday, 7:30-8:30 p.m. $10 (incl. drink). www.facebook.com/ salsaathens Tai Chi for Seniors (Winterville Center for Community and Culture) Classes are specifically designed to benefit seniors. Mondays, $7.50. 706-742-0823, wintervillecenter. com
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“Buzzed Balance” and other paintings by Hannah Garrard were inspired by a collection of her parents’ old Polaroid photographs from the ‘70s. Her exhibition, “Nostalgia,” is currently on view at The Grit through Sunday, Feb. 12. Winter Art Classes (OCAF, Watkinsville) “Introduction to Bookbinding.” Begins Feb. 4, 9 a.m.–12 p.m. $110. “Beginner to Intermediate Wheel Throwing.” Feb. 9, 6–9 p.m. $140. “Metalworking with Sylvia Dawe.” Feb. 11, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Visit the website for full descriptions of the courses. 706769-4565, www.ocaf.com Winter Tennis (ACC Tennis Center) Tennis programs are available for adults, teens and children of all experience levels. www.athens clarkecounty.com/tennis Yoga (Athens Five Points Yoga Studio) Classes are offered in Iyengar yoga, flow yoga, gentle flow, hot power flow, restorative yoga and alignment yoga. Check website for weekly schedule. www.athensfive pointsyoga.com Yoga (Rubber Soul Yoga) Ongoing classes in Kundalini, Hatha, gentle yoga, laughing yoga, acroyoga, karate and one-on-one yoga as well as guided meditation. Check website for schedule. Donation based. Rubber Soul’s sister studio, Let It Be Yoga, offers classes in Watkinsville. calclements@gmail.com, www.rubbersoulyoga.com Yoga for Breast Cancer Patients (Athens Regional Medical Center, Loran Smith Center) Learn how to increase range of motion, manage the stress associated with cancer treatment, and counteract drug side effects. www. satchidanandamission.com Yurt Yoga (Yurt Yoga Athens) Small classes offered in all levels of classical yoga are held in a beautiful natural environment. 706-548-3625, www.yurtyogaathens.com
Help Out Hands On Athens (East Athens, Hancock Corridor and New Town neighborhoods) Hands On Athens seeks skilled volunteers to assist low-income homeowners with maintenance and repair projects. 706-353-1801, handsonathens. weebly.com Mentor Training (Chamber of Commerce) The Clarke County Mentor Program matches adult volunteers with students in the Clarke County School District. Mentors are role models and friends who visit their mentee for one hour per week for one year. mentor@athensga.com, www.clarkecountymentorprogram. org
Pickled Peach Valentine Classic Tournament (The Classic Center) Volunteers are needed at the 3rd annual tournament which will raise funds for a pickleball venue. Feb. 10–12. royvdiane@ gmail.com Readers Needed (Learning Ally) Learning Ally is looking for volunteers to train as readers to help create audio textbooks for people with print disabilities. 706-549-1313, scourt@learningally.org Tutors Needed (410 McKinley Dr.) Athens Tutorial Program is seeking volunteer tutors for grades K–8. Sessions are scheduled Monday– Thursday, 3–6 p.m. 706-354-1653, athens.tutorial@gmail.com
Kidstuff World of Wonder Park (Southeast Clarke Park) The new playground includes ten slides (including the three-story Slide Tower), a Biba Activated Playground (augmented reality gameplay experience), climbing rock wall, two-story Dynamo Apollo Spinner and a rope web climber. Swing areas include standard swings, co-ride parent/ child generational swings and swings for individuals with mobility impairment. 706-613-3801 Youth Sports Program Registration (Multiple Locations) Now registering. Tennis for ages 5–16 at the Athens-Clarke County Tennis Center and Bishop Park. Jan. 31–Mar. 8. $60–90. www. athensclarkecounty.com/leisure
Support Groups Alanon 12 Step (Athens, GA) Recovery for people affected by someone else’s drinking. Weekly meetings are held at various times and locations around Athens. 478955-3422, www.ga-al-anon.org Alcoholics Anonymous (Athens, GA) If you want to drink, that’s your business. If you want to stop, we can help. 706-389-4164, www.athensaa.org Athens Autoimmune Support (Sips Espresso Café) A support group for anyone who suffers form an autoimmune condition. Meetings are twice a month, Wednesdays. ryan@themindfulnutrivore.com Breastfeeding Support Group (reBlossom Mama Baby Shop) Get expert tips from lactation
counselors from By Your Leave and share experiences with other mothers. Wednesdays, 4 p.m. and Saturdays, 10:30 a.m. www.reblossomathens.com Caregivers’ Support Group (Tuckston United Methodist Church) Find support with other caregivers. Non-denominational meetings are held the third Sunday of each month. 706-850-7272 Dudes Helping Dudes (Nuçi’s Space) A weekly support group for anyone who identifies as a man. Park in the lot across the street on Williams Street. Thursdays, 7:30 p.m. Park across the street. tinyurl. com/DudesHelpingDudes, www. brainaidfest.com Emotions Anonymous (Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens) A 12-step program open to anyone with a desire to become well emotionally. Meets Sundays, 4–5 p.m. 706-202-7463, www.emotions anonymous.org 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. 706543-3522, www.oasiscounseling center.com Mental Health Round Table (Nuçi’s Space) This peer support group is open to anyone with a brain illness. Meets every Monday, 5:30–7:30 p.m. lesley@nuci.org, www.nuci.org Nature Therapy (State Botanical Garden of Georgia) This series of classes focuses on various activities in therapeutic horticulture which is holistic wellness promoting socialization, relaxation, sensory stimulation, self-esteem, new skills and more. Saturdays through February, 10 a.m.–12 p.m. $240. 706-5426156, www.botgarden.uga.edu New Mamas’ Group (reBlossom Mama Baby Shop) Meet other parents with babies. Tuesdays, 10 a.m. www.reblossomathens.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. Childcare provided. 24-hour crisis hotline: 706-543-3331. Teen texting line: 706-765-8019. Business: 706-549-0922. Meeting information: 706-613-3357, ext. 770. www.project-safe.org
On The Street Athens Free School (Athens, GA) Athens Free School is a learning network where people share skills through free classes. Find the calendar online. Email with class ideas. athensfreeschool@riseup.net, www. facebook.com/athensfreeschool Athens Pétanque Club (Outside of 1000 Faces Coffee) Play a friendly game of Pétanque, a French version of bocce ball, at the Pétanque terrain. Beginners welcome. Sundays, 2–3:30 p.m. athenspetanqueclub@
gmail.com, athenspetanqueclub.wix. com/play Avid Book Clubs (Avid Bookshop) Book clubs include Young Readers, Graphic Novel, YA for Not-so-YAs, Small Press, Paperback Fiction, Social Justice, New & Notable and the Classics Book Club. Visit website for monthly selections and meeting dates. Join by email. 706352-2060, avid.athens.rachel@ gmail.com, www.avidbookshop.com Health Department Mobile Clinic (Pinewoods Estates North) Women’s health services will be offered on Feb. 14 from 9 a.m.–3
art around town AMICI (233 E. Clayton St.) The Visual Arts Magnet students at North Springs Charter High School present an eclectic arrangement of artwork. Through March. 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) In the Harrison Center Foyer Gallery, “Seven Elements of Art” features sculptural works by Lawrence Steuck, Leonard Piha and Lorraine Thompson. • “The Other 95.6%: Photos from Around the World” is a collection of photography. Through Feb. 3. ATHENS INSTITUTE FOR CONTEMPORARY ART (ATHICA) (160 Tracy St.) “The Plein Air Painters Exhibition” showcases works by 17 members who meet each month to create artwork inspired by landscapes, woods, meadows and plants. “These Dark Times Need Hope & Beauty” is a solo exhibition of works by local artist and art car driver Cap Man. Through Feb. 4. BENDZUNAS GLASS (89 W. South Ave., Comer) The family-run studio has been creating fine art glass for almost 40 years. CHOPS AND HOPS (2 S. Main St., Watkinsville) Susan Pelham’s collages are inspired by literature, music and Magic Realism. Through Feb. 24. CIRCLE GALLERY (UGA College of Environment and Design, 285 S. Jackson St.) “Places for the Spirit: Traditional African American Gardens” is a traveling exhibit of photographs by Vaughn Sills. The images document the daily lives of four generations of the Toole family in Athens. Through Feb. 28. CITY OF WATKINSVILLE (Downtown Watkinsville) “Public Art Watkinsville: A Pop-up Sculpture Exhibit” 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 Artland” features eight newly commissioned art panels and six refurbished panels of paintings. THE CLASSIC CENTER (300 N. Thomas St.) “Highlights” includes artists from the Classic Center’s permanent collection: June Ball, Greg Benson, Dianne Penny, Henry Ransom, John Ahee, Ana Anest and Lamar Wood. CREATURE COMFORTS BREWING CO. (271 W. Hancock Ave.) Paintings by local mural artist and activist Broderick Flanigan. Through Feb. 11. EARTH FARE (1689 S. Lumpkin St.) Artwork by Kris Harris. FARMINGTON DEPOT GALLERY (1011 Salem Rd., Farmington) Owned and staffed by 14 artists, the gallery offers works by artists including Matt Alston, John Cleaveland, Peter Loose, Michael Pierce, Dan Smith, Cheri Wranosky and more. FLICKER THEATRE & BAR (263 W. Washington St.) Artwork by Hana Hay. Opening reception Feb. 6. Through February. GALLERY@HOTEL INDIGO (500 College Ave.) “Ultra Bright” includes works in fiber, photography, paper and painting by Barbette Houser, Laura Noel, Jessica Smith, Vivian Liddell, Logan Shirah and Drema Montgomery. Through Apr. 8. GEORGIA MUSEUM OF ART (90 Carlton St.)“Artists of the New York School” contains paintings, sculptures and works on paper by artists who worked in abstraction in the 1950s and ‘60s. Through Mar. 19. • In the Jane and Harry Willson Sculpture Garden, “Driving Forces: Sculpture by Lin Emergy” presents four large kinetic sculptures. Through Apr. 2. • “To Spin a Yarn: Distaffs, Folk Art and Material Culture.” Through Apr. 16. • “Advanced and Irascible: Abstract Expressionism from the Collection of Jeanne and Carroll Berry” includes pieces by Jackson Pollock, Mark Rothko, Willem de Kooning, Hedda Sterne and more. Through Apr. 30. • “Expanding Tradition: Selections from the Larry D. and Brenda A. Thompson Collection” showcases over 50 works by African American artists. Through May 7. GLASSCUBE@INDIGO (500 College Ave.) “Satisfaction System” is a sitespecific installation by Garrett Hayes that suspends circular forms woven with scrap denim, rope and Electro-Luminescent wire. Through Apr. 15. THE GRIT (199 Prince Ave.) Hannah Garrard’s series of paintings “Nostalgia” were inspired by her parents old Polaroid photographs from the ‘70s. Through Feb. 12. HEIRLOOM CAFÉ (815 N. Chase St.) Jack Burke and Amanda Burke present a father-daughter joint art show. Through March. HENDERSHOT’S COFFEE BAR (237 Prince Ave.) Artwork by Tobiah Cole. Through February. HIGHWIRE LOUNGE (269 N. Hull St.) Artwork by staff members of Trappeze Pub and Highwire Lounge. Through January. HIP VINTAGE & HANDMADE (215 Commerce Blvd.) Athens musician and folk surrealist painter Gerald Turner shares an exhibition of paintings influenced by stories and dreamscapes. Opening reception Feb. 3. Through February.
p.m. An information session will be held Feb. 10 at 11 a.m. at the Pinewoods Library. Services include annual exams, pregnancy prevention counseling, birth control (IUDs, pills, patches), mammograms and other screenings. Medicare, medicaid and many insurances accepted. Credit/debit only; no cash. No out of pocket cost for any services if you choose a long acting form of birth control. 706-224-0688, nehd.mobile clinic@dph.ga.gov Ice Skating (The Classic Center) The Classic Center will offer ice skating in the outdoor pavilion
through Feb. 16. $13. www.classic center.com Roller Derby Boot Camp (Fun Galaxy) Skaters interested in waging war on wheels with the Classic City Rollergirls can attend boot camp. Feb. 6 & 8, 5:30–9 p.m. Feb. 11, 8:30 a.m.–12 p.m. info@classiccity rollergirls.com Spring Programs (Athens, GA) A diverse selection of art classes, recreational activities, sports and holiday events are offered for both children and adults. Registration begins Feb. 11. www.athensclarke county.com/leisure f
JUST PHO…AND MORE (1063 Baxter St.) Drawings and paintings by Mikaila Guerra. Through Feb. 13. LAMAR DODD SCHOOL OF ART (270 River Rd.) “The 2017 Undergraduate Curated Exhibition” was organized by Candice Greathouse of Atlanta’s Mint Gallery. • “Michi Meko: One Last Smile Before the Undertow” seeks to establish new hybridized identities by endowing ordinary objects with spiritual powers. • “355” is a collaborative installation between MFA candidates Alexis Spina and Katherine Miller. • “Listening: Yeonsoo Kim” serves as a type of diary, sharing hand-built ceramic pieces built each day. Through Feb. 24. 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.) In the Lounge Gallery, see a collection of works by textile artist Maddie Zerkel. Through Feb. 11. • “Collections from the Community: Louise Shaw’s Popes and Religious Potpourri Collection.” Through Feb. 25. • “Upstream II” continues an exploration of African American artists’ experiences through the works of William Downs, Jerushia Graham, Njambi Mwuara, Broderick Flanigan and Meaza Nigatu. Through Mar. 2. MADISON COUNTY LIBRARY (1315 GA-98, Danielsville) The “Discover Tech Exhibition” is a part of the STAR Library Education Network led by the National Center for Interactive Learning at the Space Science Institute. Through Feb. 10. • Stefan Eberhard’s “Crystal Photomicrography” features photos taken through a microscope. Through February. MADISON MORGAN CULTURAL CENTER (434 S. Main St., Madison) “Emissaries of Peace: 1762 Cherokee and British Delegations” presents the story of Lt. Henry Timberlake and Cherokee leader Ostenaco as they journeyed to each other’s countries in 1762 as Emissaries of Peace. The show includes memoirs, period artwork, artifacts and more. Through Apr. 9. MULTIPLE LOCATIONS (Athens, GA) “We Are the Other: A Photographic Portrait of Athens, Georgia” is a city-wide photographic project by visiting artist Wing Young Huie. Organized by the Athens Cultural Affairs Commission, the project will be hosted at the Athens-Clarke County Library, Athens Community Council on Aging, Cedar Shoals High School, Clarke Central High School, Ciné, Georgia Square Mall, Lyndon House Arts Center, The Sparrow’s Nest, State Botanical Garden of Georgia, Tlaloc, Strickland’s and Willson Center for Humanities & Arts. OCONEE COUNTY LIBRARY (1080 Experiment Station Rd., Watkinsville) The Big Springs Quilt Guild presents a collection of quilts. OCONEE CULTURAL ARTS FOUNDATION (OCAF) (34 School St., Watkinsville) Over 35 furniture makers, wood turners and fine artists share works made from exotic woods and veneers, reclaimed lumber, natural edge slabs and twigs and bark in “Wood Works: A Regional Exhibition.” Through Feb. 17. • “Quantum Continuum: Works by Denise Stewart-Sanabria” is influenced by quantum physics and metaphysics. Through Feb. 17. • “Athens Celebrated: Watercolors by Jackie Dorsey” features portraits representing the town’s unique people, music, arts, community organizers, shops and restaurants. Through Feb. 17. RICHARD B. RUSSELL JR. SPECIAL COLLECTIONS LIBRARIES (300 S. Hull St.) In the Hargrett Library Gallery, see “Necessary Words & Images: 70 Years of the Georgia Review.” Through May 12. • In the Russell Library Gallery, see “On the Stump: What Does it Take to Get Elected in Georgia.” • In the Brown Media Library, see the “Steele Vintage Broadcast Microphone Collection.” SIPS (1390 Prince Ave.) Shannon Lachot’s mixed media exhibition “Extroversion in Color” ranges from acrylic paintings to crayon drawings. THE SURGERY CENTER OF ATHENS (2142 W. Broad St.) Paintings by Anna Desio. Through March. TERRAPIN BEER CO. (265 Newton Bridge Rd.) The collages of Susan Pelham are influenced by Magic Realism and Surrealism. Through February. UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP OF ATHENS (780 Timothy Rd.) “Living in Nature” presents photographs by John W. Schell. Through March. UNIVERSITY OF NORTH GEORGIA OCONEE CAMPUS GALLERY (1201 Bishop Farms Pkwy., Watkinsville) “Reciprocal III: OCAF Members at UNG” presents works by members of the Oconee Cultural Arts Foundation. Closing reception Feb. 10. WHITE TIGER (217 Hiawassee Ave.) Ice cream cone sculptures by Jourdan Joly. WINTERVILLE CENTER FOR COMMUNITY CULTURE (371 N. Church St., Winterville) Presented by the Winterville Arts Council, “Beginnings” includes works by Lisa Freeman, Will Eskridge, Chris Taylor, Cheryl Washburn, Jacob Wenzka and more. THE WORLD FAMOUS (351 N. Hull St.) Permanent artists include RA Miller, Chris Hubbard, Travis Craig, Michelle Fontaine, Dan Smith, Greg Stone and more. • “A Moment in Time” features wildlife illustrations by watercolor painter Elizabeth Boudreau. Reception Feb. 13. Currently on view through February.
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Just reduced! Investor’s West-side condo. 2BR/2BA, FP, 1500 sf., great investment, lease 12 mos. at $625/mo. Price in $50s. For more info, call McWaters Realty: 706353-2700 or 706-5401529.
Houses for Rent 2BR/1BA: W/D hookup, fenced yard, 5 miles north of Downtown. Lawn care incl. $550/mo. plus 1 mo. sec. dep. Avail. now. Evenings: 706-424-1571. Avail. now: 3BR/2BA House, 145 Inglewood Ave. Super clean, new paint, tile, countertops, upgrades. $1200/mo. drew@athensddc.com or 706-202-2712.
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Call Daniel Peiken if you are looking to buy or sell a house or condo. Specializing in first time home buyers and in-town proper ties w / over 15 years of Real Estate experience in Athens, GA. 706-296-2941, Daniel@ AthensHome.com, www. AthensHome.com.
Sub-lease 2BR/1BA House. 5 points neighborhood. $650/ mo. Water incl! Off-street parking. Avail. now thru July. Contact Zack: 478335-2572 or zsanders@ uga.edu.
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House in Danielsville 2BR/1BA in front, separate “apartment” w/ 2BR/1BA H VA C , w i n d o w u n i t s , fridge, stove, 15 min. from UGA. 706-850-4598, nosnewsnna@yahoo.com $1000/mo.
Archipelago Antiques: The best of past trends in design and art! 1676 S. Lumpkin St. Open daily 9:30 a.m.–5 p.m. 706-3544297.
Normaltown 7BR/4BA: F u l l y re n o v a t e d h o m e w/ charm! HWflrs. Huge Kitchen. W/D incl. OffS t re e t P a r k i n g . Av a i l . for Fall. $4350/mo. 7 0 6 - 5 4 6 - 6 9 0 0 , w w w. valerioproperties.com.
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Weekend A’fair Liquidation Sale: Throughout the month of Jan. most dealers will be reducing prices. Antiques, furniture, clothing, china, glassware, pottery, silver, j e w e l r y, c o l l e c t i b l e s , vintage and accessories. 515 Gaines School Rd. Wed.–Sat. 10a.m.–5p.m.
Tickets Looking for 2 tickets to the Brandi Carlile: Georgia Theatre, 4/22 show. Call, text or write: 706-424-8105.
Music Equipment Beautiful 1940s Wurlitzer piano in good condition, already tuned, comes w/ bench. $300 OBO, cash or money order. Call: 706340-2233. Nuçi’s Space needs your old instruments & music gear! All donations are taxdeductible. Call 706-2271515 or come by Nuçi’s Space, 396 Oconee St.
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Instant cash is now being paid for good vinyl records & CDs in fine condition. Wuxtry Records, at corner of Clayton & College Dwntn. 706-369-9428. Professional recording, mixing and mastering at The Glow Recording Studio. Super vibey! Super a ff o rd a b l e ! Te x t : 7 0 6 347-3323, email jesse@ theglowrecordingstudio. c o m , o r v i s i t w w w. theglowrecordingstudio. com.
Services Cleaning Peachy Green Clean Co-op, your local friendly Green Clean! Free estimates w/ rates as low as $39. 706-248-4601, peachygreencleancoop. com.
Printing Self Publish Your Book. Local (Five Points) professional publishing service. Editing, design, layout and printing services. 25+ yrs experience. Let’s meet at Jittery Joe’s— The coffee is on me! 706 -395-4874.
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Athens School of Music. Instruction in g u i t a r, b a s s , d r u m s , piano, voice, brass, woodwinds, strings, banjo, mandolin, fiddle & more. From beginner t o e x p e r t . V i s i t w w w. athensschoolofmusic. com, 706-543-5800.
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These pets and many others are available for adoption at: Athens-Clarke County Animal Control 125 Buddy Christian Way · 706-613-3540 Open every day except Wednesday 10am-4pm
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La Fiesta, 1395 College Station Rd., is looking for experienced servers & bartenders. Please inquire at location Mon–Fri between 2–5 p.m. Project Safe, a progressive non-profit organization that provides services to families a ff e c t e d b y d o m e s t i c violence, is hiring for PT position of Night and Weekend Advocate. Responsibilities incl. evening and weekend hotline coverage and shelter operation. Send cover letter and resume to the Associate Director: tlbeard@project-safe.org or P.O. Box 7532, Athens GA 30604. No phone calls please. EOE.
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Line/Prep/Banquet Cooks and Dishwashers needed. The Georgia Center has several positions avail. 20–40 hrs./wk. Pay: $8-11 DOE/Minimum 3 yrs in full service restaurant. Email resumes to: allen.summerour@ georgiacenter.uga.edu.
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Is It Weird to Ask Out My Bartender? Advice for Athens’ Loose and Lovelorn By Bonita Applebum advice@flagpole.com work in the service industry, and there’s Hi Bonita! nothing more terrifying than the customer I’ve made a resolution of sorts to be a bit who seeks you out after work hours have bolder and ask more women out. Though I’m ended. It’s invasive, unwelcome and inapwondering how you feel about men asking propriate, because there becomes a concern women out at work? Every couple months, I about that customer making trouble for find myself having a particularly good connecyou at work if you’re not receptive to his tion with a regular bartender, server, cashier, advances. You think etc. whom I just do not you’re just flirting and see outside of their place Never assume that a making moves, but for of work. I’ve heard many the server it becomes complaints over the years server wants more a delicate situation of from friends about dudes from you than your money. keeping her livelihood hitting on them and askintact. ing them out at their job, My advice is to never assume that a barand I certainly wouldn’t want to make anyone uncomfortable, considering we’ll see each other tender or server wants more from you than your money. More often than not, that’s again a lot. true. If she’s genuinely hot for you, she’ll Is there any way to navigate this without seek you out or slip you her phone number. coming off as one of the creeps? The safest thing to do is to let her make the Thanks! first move. Still, I don’t want to get your hopes up about the real intentions behind Your friends are correct: Being hit on or those friendly smiles. actively pursued by customers is uncomfortable as hell for service industry workers, I’ll be blunt: I got caught cheating. Well, not to mention horribly inappropriate for patrons. There is a distinct power imbalance it’s more nuanced than that, but I can’t deny that what I did was wrong. I was caught redbetween customer and server/bartender/ handed, and I’m trying to make amends with cashier. Service industry personnel are paid to be nice to you and make you feel welcome my long-term girlfriend. I’ve been reading and wanted—that’s just good customer ser- about polyamory and talking about it with friends who practice, and I want to see if this vice, and a way to ensure return visits from could be a healthier direction for us to go in big spenders. The nicer the server is, the better the tips, but the delineation between after years of back-and-forth cheating. What do you think about poly? Is it a good customer and friend begins to blur. change for a chronic cheater?
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The problem is exacerbated by the fact that people who work in the service industry are often treated as invisible: just part of the business, less human than the patrons. It’s easy to forget that your server is a person when everything she does is scripted and kind. So it feels like nothing to corner a server at the end of her shift and ask her out on a date. She’s always nice, so she must like you, right? She’s nice because she’s paid to be nice. Never forget that. Honey, there’s no way to navigate that situation without coming off as a creep. I
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You don’t cheat because monogamy is a poor relationship model. You cheat because you can’t commit. You make promises, then you break them. I’m sure this pattern is present in other parts of your life. Monogamy is not the problem here; it’s you. A woman who’s been cheated on for years will see the prospect of polyamory as giving her partner permission to cheat in the future. I think polyamory is the relationship model of the future, and I’ve seen it work for all kinds of different people, but infidelity is the worst way to enter into this practice. It’s still very possible to cheat and destroy people’s trust in polyamorous agreements, and it doesn’t guarantee that you won’t go out and continue to hunt for strange. Polyamory is not a license to cheat. It’s just another type of relationship model that still requires communication and commitment. 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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