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Appreciate Federal Workers I worked in the federal work force for 10 years as a civilian employee, a laboratory technician at the U.S. Department of Agriculture. I could have gone to industry to get paid more, and I could have driven to Atlanta and gotten paid more still. However, I chose to work in my hometown so I could have some sort of life with my family after work and avoid long commutes. I resent the implications that President Trump’s new attrition move, pay freeze and silencing of federal employees are saving our government funds and rescuing the people of the United States from a lazy, overpaid federal work force. Quite the opposite is true. These new actions are hurting normal people: middle-class workers, and people like you and me. You know that fresh, non-contaminated food you eat? Meats are checked 24 hours a day by your federal government to make sure you don’t get sick from them. You know that clean air you breathe and clean water you drink? The Environmental Protection Agency works tirelessly to make sure our air quality remains breathable with less allergens, despite our constantly dumping pollution into it. Try living in China and literally not being able to see the building across the street due to pollution in the middle of the day. The EPA also helps us to make sure we have non-contaminated water. Why do you think access to fresh water is so important after a world disaster? To prevent spreading disease. How about lactose-free milk when your body can’t process lactose anymore, better dairy products and the best disease-control center on the planet at your back door protecting you from all sorts of diseases that are, by the way, rampant in other countries all around us? Many of you imagine a federal worker kicked back at their desk, feet up, reading the paper, collecting a huge salary and doing little work. This picture has been painted by so many adults before me that even I had that image of a federal worker as a youth. To get closer to the truth, let’s fast-forward about 40 years of my life to a government employee—those who work right in your community, in your fields, in your streams and laboratories all around our country. My husband is a federal employee, as is my best friend and other lifelong friends. All are intelligent, hardworking individuals. We are a family as a work group, and each of us have families to support outside of that work group. We are no different at all from you, from where you work, no more privileged (probably less, truth be known) and no more better off financially than you (probably less even still). I’m sick of everyone being so far detached from the truth of what being a federal employee really means and looks like. I’m not saying there aren’t a few who abuse the system and bend the rules, but I think those people are everywhere in society, no matter the work or their personal rank. As for my family and friends who are federal employees, they work overtime
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highly skeptical of U.S. intelligence agencies. But there was a salacious report that was widely known and distributed that could be used against the U.S. such that it was deemed appropriate that senior members of our government should know about it. To conflate “leaks” of verifiable facts as somehow subversion of our democracy in the face of an enemy’s known actions to subvert all Western democracies is not illogical; it is crazy stupid. Pepe Cummings Jefferson
without pay, get assigned collateral duties without pay, often do not get pay raises, turn out real factual data and science to improve our safety of food, crops, water, air and land. Some federal workers I know work with old, out-of-date equipment; some work on the weekend because they are overworked (a large majority, in fact); and mostly, they don’t complain, because they are doing what they love, and it feels good With all of the real and understandable to protect their loved ones by contributing fear about what happens next to our counin some small way. try with an infantile narcissist as president, So stop bellyaching about federal it did my heart good to see an old-timey, employees. Don’t laugh and smile and Southern-politics-at-its-finest scandal smirk, or shake your head in affirmation involving sex, liquor and a wad of cash. and make snide comments every time the Gerald Greene, the Republican state government gives us another “stick-it-torepresentative from Cuthbert, got shot in ’em’” kind of reduction or freeze or—the the leg while doing something on the seedy one we all dread in my circle—when the side of Columbus, possibly after being held government shuts down. My family’s and up at gunpoint, with his car parked behind my friends’ families’ livelihood are at stake. a sex toy store. He got help from the owner If you mess with federal government jobs, of his regular liquor store, had a few thouyou are messing with me and a whole bunch sand dollars in cash in his pocket for “storm of people I love and care for, and I won’t be relief” and the only store between his sex silent anymore. Stop toy store and his poo-poo-ing somefavorite liquor store thing you know is a strip club. God BUMPERSTICKER OF THE WEEK: absolutely nothing bless America! about just because To his credit, the TV says it’s so. what little research I implore you to I was able to do led get out there and me to think that meet a few of those Rep. Greene isn’t Send your sticker sightings to letters@flagpole.com. civilian employees. a bad guy. He’s not You’ll find increda moralizer—at ible people right in your community, and least not in the mode of other red-nosed, then you’ll see how much pride we feel in hypocritical Southern politicians of his what we do to protect you. The work we do persuasion. One of his main causes seems benefits everyone in our society and others to be securing pensions for firemen, and worldwide, as we are a giving and loving it’s impossible not to admire that.On the country. Give us a chance, and stop being other hand, it’s equally impossible not to so cynical just because we have a job associwrite about a politician getting shot when ated with the federal government. his car is parked behind a store where they Britton Glenn still have “video booths.” I didn’t even know Athens those things existed this side of 1968. The thousands in cash for disaster relief may actually be for disaster relief. (Although Athens only got enough snow to make a snow infant, other parts of the state were I am compelled to write in response hurt by recent rain and tornadoes.) to the insane “gaslight” logic of Matthew Then again, another place to which Pulver in his recent Trumpkinland column people lug large wads of cash is strip clubs. (Jan. 18). To assert that he would rather Personally, I wouldn’t judge Rep. Greene if have a “duly elected president” than a he were going to the strip club with a bunch subversion by “deep-state spooks” begs of disaster relief cash. Those ladies may credulity. need disaster relief money themselves. First we must deal with his word choice. My favorite tidbit of this amazing story, “Duly” as an adverb modifying “elected” though, is the liquor store owner, on record, implies “in a proper way.” Absent any praising Rep. Greene for his good taste in alleged involvement by foreign players, citihigh-end liquor. That’s old-school Georgia zens should be concerned that our electoral politics, baby. processes are not conducted in anything I want to make it clear that I am in no close to a “proper way.” That one tribal facway implying anything untoward about the tion domestically is hell bent on subverting situation, at least not more than it already our democracy through voter-suppression is. Kudos to the man for being up-front for methods is sufficient to dash that illusion. a politician about his penchant for good The more concerning implication, booze and naked women. It could have been though, is that we should ignore the eleworse. Billy Bush could’ve been involved. phant in the room of Russian “deep-state My thoughts and prayers are with spooks.” Putin was in the KGB and has Rep. Greene. The rest of my thoughts and orchestrated global atrocities as the head of prayers go to the person who has to clean state since those days. the video booths. The salacious memo was really beside Even if this is all completely above board, the point. It was an attachment to more it’s the best political story so far of 2017. comprehensive intelligence briefings on a Bowen Craig wide range of Russian interference in the Athens election. One can and indeed should be
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Protect the Womb The Georgia Supreme Court recently heard an argument about sovereign immunity. Sovereign immunity guards government from lawsuits unless the Georgia legislative branch gives the go-ahead. Georgia now has a law that bans taking the life of an unborn child after 20 weeks because this gestational age is thought to be when a fetus can feel pain. This 20-week law was enacted after a Georgia judge invoked sovereign immunity. Sovereign immunity should always be challenged. Victims of proven government wrongdoing should have a viable and protected mechanism for redress without any interference from executive, legislative or judicial bodies. The judicial challenge this week has been cast as a legal showdown between a team of abortion doctors and the Georgia Attorney General’s office as to who should be in control when it comes down to dissent over fetal pain. Somewhere lost in this argument is a fundamental question of human safety. Why doesn’t full constitutional protection exist for a safe prenatal environment free from harm? Threshold of pain should not serve as the qualifier for a right to a safe prenatal environment. The in utero right to be free of modern societal threats should be acknowledged and preserved. While I was living in Athens in an environmental justice community, we consumed water from a poisonous aquifer. While we didn’t know, the government did. Environmental protection laws were secretly, intentionally and illegally withheld from our neighborhood while government meetings were held with our perpetrators. These behind-closed-doors meetings were conducted without any formal representation for us. We were known to be in harm’s way of a major public health hazard. As a result, my unborn baby was deliberately given a daily dose of industrial toxicants at conception, in utero, during infancy and in early childhood. At age 4, he was diagnosed with childhood leukemia after tremendous suffering near death’s door. Through divine intervention, we discovered the poisoned aquifer. As victims of government and industry collusion, we fought for justice for our child and environmental cleanup of the aquifer. Did my baby feel pain from this water poisoning? Childhood leukemia is a disease initiated prenatally. His damage began at conception. Some emerging science would even argue he was at risk before conception due to his parents’ daily water poisoning. Should my offspring have a right to sue government for manipulating data, withholding environmental protection from him, colluding with his perpetrators without representation of his interests and keeping him secretly in harm’s way during critical windows of his development? Does he have rights as an in utero victim before 20 weeks for recourse due to the corrupt and callous disregard of his life, liberty and pursuit of happiness, whether his pain was biologically “felt” in the prenatal environment or not? A protected and safe prenatal environment is the cornerstone of a healthy nation. Anything compromising the health and safety of our first environment (the womb) which pilots the entire lifespan is primitive, not progressive. Jill Jennings-McElheny Winterville
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A Big Success The large crowd that turned out for the open house at Al-Huda Islamic Center on Saturday was graciously received and found insight, entertainment and tasty treats. Our Muslim neighbors certainly succeeded in reminding us that they, too, are people from many ethnic backgrounds who live and work among us in “all walks of life.� The open house was particularly timely, given heightened attempts to vilify Muslims and to restrict their entry into our country. Along with the food and the popular activities such as the long lines of people who stood in line to get their hands and arms decorated by henna artists, were the colorful wall panels presenting succinct
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Kiss, Kiss Word of mouth (no pun intended) is that Town and Gown’s current production, Stage Kiss, is a delightfully funny romp that is not to be missed. What else would we expect from Town and Gown stars like Bryn Adamson and Matt Hardy, directed by the irrepressible Derek Adams in a Sarah Ruhl play? The plot: A couple of former lovers are cast in a play that involves them in a lot of kissing, and complicating emotions ensue. As of this writing, there are still
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Heartbreak of Theater Anna Tenner, daughter of Flagpole Production Director Larry Tenner, after many weeks of practice and one week of performance, was genially presiding as The Cat in the Hat over Athens Little Theater’s rambunctious production of the musical Seussical Friday night. Behind her whimsical stage persona, though, stood a sick girl, who by intermission had to admit that she couldn’t continue. Only the flu (as it turned out to be) could keep that trouper off the stage. Her stand-ins rose to the occasion in true theater tradition. f
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For a couple of months, Georgia was probably one of Donald Trump’s favorite states. He received 16 electoral votes here, a key part of the Electoral College coalition that enabled him to claim the presidency despite trailing Hillary Clinton by nearly three million popular votes. Trump’s gratitude could be seen in his selection of two Georgians, Congressman Tom Price and former Gov. Sonny Perdue, for cabinet appointments. Recent events may be causing Trump to reconsider his feelings towards our state. Just before Trump was sworn into office, Congressman John Lewis said he would boycott the inauguration and questioned the legitimacy of Trump’s election. An outraged Trump fired back with a series of tweets denouncing Lewis. “Congressman John Lewis should spend more time on fixing and helping his district, which is in horrible shape and falling apart (not to mention crime infested) rather than falsely complaining about the election results,” Trump tweeted. A week later, another Washington figure with a Georgia background was doing battle with Trump: Sally Yates, the acting attorney general. She instructed the department’s lawyers not to defend Trump’s controversial order banning Muslim immigrants. “I am responsible for ensuring that the positions we take in court remain consistent with this institution’s solemn obligation to always seek justice and stand for what is right,” Yates wrote. “At present, I am not convinced that the defense of the Executive Order is consistent with these responsibilities nor am I convinced that the Executive Order is lawful.” Trump was even more outraged by this affront to his authority. Within hours, he had fired Yates. “The acting Attorney General, Sally Yates, has betrayed the
Department of Justice by refusing to enforce a legal order designed to protect the citizens of the United States,” the White House said. “Ms. Yates is an Obama Administration appointee who is weak on borders and very weak on illegal immigration.” When she was a federal prosecutor in Georgia, Yates sent to prison Atlanta’s corrupt Democratic mayor, Bill Campbell. Lewis opposed making Yates U.S. Attorney because she had prosecuted Campbell. Georgia’s Republican senators voted to confirm her as deputy attorney general in 2015. “She is fair; she is smart; she is intelligent,” Sen. Johnny Isakson said. “Sally Quillian Yates is a great Georgian and will be a great deputy U.S. attorney general of the United States of America.” Yates’ opinion about the legality of Trump’s immigration order is also being supported by federal judges across the country. The most far-reaching of these judicial rulings, which is national in its scope, was issued by Judge James Robart of Seattle, a George W. Bush appointee. In his hearing on the executive order, Robart noted that since the terrorist attacks of 2001, no attacks had been carried out on U.S. soil by individuals from the seven countries specified in Trump’s travel ban. For Trump’s order to be constitutional, Robart said, it had to be “based in fact, as opposed to fiction.” We have seen that Trump is a person who hates to be contradicted by anyone. He is a dominant personality who demands that everyone else submit to his will. In the first two weeks of his administration, he has been confronted by two Georgians who disagreed with him publicly. You have to think he will exact some kind of revenge against the state. What will it be? f
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Trump and Trade Trade Wars, Terrorism and Immigrant Bans Are Intertwined By Gwynne Dyer news@flagpole.com He might even ban Muslim Canadians from the U.S. entirely, or require visas for all Canadians. That would impose huge inconvenience and cost on Canadians, but Donald Trump can basically do whatever he wants to his next-door neighbors. So Justin Trudeau would be wiser to do good by stealth and not attract too much attention in the U.S. Mexico’s President Enrique Peña Nieto has a much bigger problem. He was well aware of Trump’s campaign promise to build an “impenetrable, physical, tall, powerful, beautiful southern border wall” to keep out undocumented Mexican immigrants, and to make Mexico pay for it. But like most people, he couldn’t believe that Trump meant it literally. Building the wall isn’t going to stop the estimated 45 percent of Mexican immigrants who arrive quite legally by car, bus or plane, but overstay their visas. It isn’t exactly urgent, either, given that the net flow is now southward—since 2014, more Mexicans have been going home each year than arriving in the U.S. The wall is really just Justin Trudeau may be a boxer, but he’s better off avoiding a fight with Donald symbolic, but Trump Trump. has promised to build it, and he will. Can he also make Mexico pay to Canada.” Feeling morally superior to for it? Actually, he probably can. Americans is one of Canadians’ favorite Last Thursday, Mexican officials were in pastimes, and in this case it is self-evidently Washington preparing for Peña Nieto’s visit true. when Trump suddenly tweeted: “If Mexico The U.S. took in 12,587 Syrian refuis unwilling to pay for the badly needed gees last year; Canada, with one-ninth of wall, then it would be better to cancel the America’s population, accepted almost upcoming meeting.” Peña Nieto, deeply 40,000. Yet there have been only two “lone humiliated, did cancel the meeting. He had wolf” Islamist attacks in Canada in this century, each killing one person and neither no choice. But on Friday, the two presidents had carried out by an immigrant. A non-Muslim an hour-long phone call that the joint crazy recently murdered six Muslims in statement described as “productive and Quebec City, but Muslim immigrants constructive.” There were no details, but pose no appreciable danger to their fellow they did discuss “the current trade deficit Canadians. the United States has with Mexico,” among In reality, there is no significant danother things. “Fixing” that trade deficit is ger from Muslim immigrants to America, probably how the circle will ultimately be either. Most of the 28 major massacres in squared. the United States since 9/11 were carried Mexico’s exports to the US were $271 out by white right-wing extremists, and those that did involve Muslims were almost billion last year; its imports were only $213 billion. Trump wants to change that, and all committed by native-born Americans. Peña Nieto has no option but to submit. But Trump’s “executive orders” are not And somewhere in the deal, there will just driven by ignorance and panic. He probably be a clause that lets Trump claim is consciously manipulating public opinMexico is paying for the wall while Mexico ion, and Canada’s response to his ban on can still deny it. Muslim immigrants undermines the script Canada-U.S. trade is roughly in balance, he is working from. so Canadians will probably not suffer severe If Trump’s domestic opponents use the pressure unless Trudeau really irritates Canadian example to discredit Trump’s The Man. The total volume of U.S.-China story about the mortal danger posed by trade is about the same, but China sells the Muslim immigrants, the man might claim U.S. four times more than it buys from it. that lax Canadian immigration policy is a That can’t be “fixed,” and Trump cannot be threat to the U.S. and apply “extreme vetpersuaded to let it ride. There will be tears ting” measures to Muslim Canadians who before bedtime. f want to cross the border. Like Mexico, Canada is in the North American Free Trade Agreement, which President Donald Trump has described as “the worst trade deal… ever signed in this country.” Unlike Mexico, Canada thinks that Trump is not planning to hurt it. But no good deed goes unpunished, so Canada’s Prime Minister Justin Trudeau should be very careful. Canadians felt good when Trudeau responded to Trump’s ban on Syrian refugees by tweeting: “To those fleeing persecution, terror and war, Canadians will welcome you, regardless of your faith. Diversity is our strength. Welcome Brian Cobbledick
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downtown circulator shuttle, which she said would encourage families with young children to visit downtown and drivers to park in decks, because they wouldn’t have to walk several blocks to their destination. William Herbig has perhaps the most impressive resume on paper. He is currently a program director at the Congress for the New Urbanism in Washington, DC, and former director of urban design for the Midtown Alliance in Atlanta. He studied architecture and historic preservation at Savannah College of Art and Design, and holds a bachelor’s degree in urban policy studies from Georgia State University and a master’s degree in city planning from Georgia Tech. After spending his childhood in carcentric West Cobb, Herbig said he fell in love with urbanism at Disney World’s Main Street USA. “I’ve dedicated my career to building places people love,” he said. Despite not having spent much time in Athens, Herbig still quickly identified what many residents view as problems facing downtown, such a tilt toward studentoriented amenities, the impact of an influx of national chains on homegrown businesses, a lack of jobs to keep UGA graduates in Athens and the city’s big dreams but limited resources. William Herbig Public-private partnerships could bring balance back to downtown, Herbig said; for example, by encouraging developers to build senior housing. Apartments downtown are primarily student housing, and even though Athens often makes “best places to retire” lists, other than public housing, downtown doesn’t have anywhere for seniors to live. Expensive projects in the downtown master plan could be done as pilots, he said. For example, rather than close College Avenue and turn it into a plaza, he said, ACC could experiment with two-laning one-way streets. And what few vacant commercial spaces there are could be utilized as temporary pop-up public meeting spaces. “Put the ADDA out there,” he said. Austin Steele
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Two former Athens-Clarke County commissioners are among the finalists to head the Athens Downtown Development Authority, along with a Washington, DC planner, and all three presented their vision for downtown Feb. 3 to an audience of business owners and county officials at Athens First Bank and Trust. The candidates exhibited different strengths, and the decision could come down to two factors: whether ADDA board members want someone with a background in planning, business or a combination, and whether they value knowledge of the community over a potentially fresher and broader perspective. No matter which way the board goes, one thing’s for sure: Downtown is getting more pop-ups! Linda Ford, who represented Five Points from 1999–2003, focused on her experience as a small-business owner and president of the Five Points Business Association. “We need businesses in Athens that provide high-paying jobs,” she said, noting Athens’ high poverty rate. “I want downtown to be a reason businesses come here.” Ford said she would focus on “human capital” in drawing businesses to downtown—Athens’ creative community, UGA, the growing tech sector and others with “big ideas.” She was concerned with the number of empty storefronts, especially in the new mixed-use developments on the outskirts of downtown. “When you’ve had empty space for a while, you need to start thinking outside the box,” she said. An “art walk” along Jackson Street to the Lyndon House could help fill those storefronts with artist studios, galleries and temporary “pop-up” art installations. Family-friendly events would help expand the customer base beyond students, Ford said. While the ADDA doesn’t have the resources to plan such events, it could help encourage and market them through printed literature and social media sites like Instagram, she said. Ford also emphasized the need for high-speed internet access downtown, not only for tech startups but for retailers. She said stormwater improvements and broadband fiber (and better landscaping) should be part of upcoming streetscape projects (although stormwaLinda Ford ter is already part of the plan for Clayton Street, and officials tried but were unable to convince internet providers to lay new fiber while streets are dug up). Finally, Ford endorsed the idea of a
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Other perceived problems aren’t really problems, Herbig said—parking isn’t the issue it’s made out to be; downtown could be cleaner, but it’s pretty clean already; two police forces (ACC and UGA) keep downtown safe; and there aren’t very many vacant storefronts. Another former commissioner, David Lynn, has watched downtown change over the 30 years since he was a UGA student. “I think there were only one or two places you could buy a beer downtown,” he said. Now there are more than 100, by his count. While Lynn said that “a good chunk” of downtown is still David Lynn retail—about 60 establishments, primarily on Clayton Street—many people believe downtown is overrun with bars. “We don’t want to become an alcohol theme park,” he said. He also noted “the tale of two downtowns”— adults on the west side, and college students on the east side. To diversify the business mix downtown, Lynn advocated two approaches: the traditional recruitment model, and working with landlords on short-term 30-day leases for pop-ups, startups and art installations. (Are you sensing a pattern here?) First impressions are important, too, and Lynn said the ADDA should address issues like panhandling and trash, and continue a program that gives grants to property owners to fix up their buildings’ facades. Those are common challenges in cities everywhere, he said, but for many visitors and UGA students, “this may be the first city they’ve ever come to.” On parking, Lynn advocated restricting reserved spaces in decks to 7 a.m.–6 p.m. to free up those spaces at night. Those who lease reserved spaces could still access the deck for free, but parking would be firstcome, first-served. That would reduce frustration among drivers going out at night who see three floors of empty reserved spaces, he said. Lynn also has a plenty of experience in planning. As a commissioner representing Prince Avenue from 2003–2010, Lynn led efforts to establish a downtown historic district and guided the development of the West Washington Street parking deck. He also has experience as a planner with Athens-Clarke County and advising local governments and state agencies with the UGA Carl Vinson Institute of Government. Ultimately, the ACC government, not the ADDA, is responsible for implementing
(or not) the downtown master plan. But candidates were asked, and Lynn said his priorities would be the art walk, which could host events like Tucson, AZ’s Second Tuesday; green space around City Hall (on hold for more than five years); fixing up the Costa Building next door and giving its alley the Farm 255/Iron Factory treatment; and a stormwater detention facility/ park between the Multimodal Center and the Classic Center, which he thinks has Atlanta Beltline potential. Lynn was laid off during a round of budget cuts at UGA in 2010. He switched careers and is currently a corporal with the UGA police department. “I like walking the streets,” he said. “I like spending time with people.” The three finalists were chosen Jan. 25 from among 50 applicants. The ADDA board is tentatively scheduled to vote to hire a new executive director Friday, Feb. 10. [Blake Aued]
Health Clinic Hits Financial Trouble The Athens Neighborhood Health Center, a trio of clinics that provide medical care to low-income and uninsured Athenians on an income-based sliding scale, is facing a $200,000 shortfall to its $4 million budget and is cutting employees’ salaries and insurance benefits, the Athens Banner-Herald reported Feb. 2. CEO Mellinda Craig and board president Mae Walter told the Banner-Herald that the cuts were suggested by a consultant who was brought in last year, when the financial problems first cropped up. They blamed the shortfall on not-always-reliable revenue streams, such as Medicare, Medicaid and private insurance reimbursement, and patients’ cash payments. After years of trying, ANHC qualified for federal funding in 2012, allowing it to hire several additional doctors and open a third clinic on Old Jefferson Road (the others are on College Avenue and McKinley Drive). ANHC also receives funding from the ACC government and United Way. In news that may or may not be related, Chief Medical Officer Diane Dunston, who started her practice at ANHC in 1987, resigned in mid-January. [BA]
Morehead Criticized for ‘Weak’ Statement on Trump Travel Ban UGA students, along with some family members and faculty, gathered Jan. 31 to voice their concerns in regards to the President Trump’s recent executive order prohibiting refugees from entering the U.S. for 120 days and immigrants from seven predominantly Muslim nations for 90 days. The forum was hosted by UGA’s chapter of the NAACP and the Muslim Student Association, the latter of which issued a statement denouncing the ban last week: “This country was founded by immigrants,
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and to refuse anyone because of their nationality or religion is unconstitutional, and‌ we will do everything in our power to voice our objections and support anyone affected by the ban. There has been no evidence to prove refugees are a threat to our nation, so to ban families and individuals who are fleeing the same threats we’re afraid of is absurd.â€? Specifics of the ban were shared with students, who expressed concern especially for UGA’s international students and their families from Iran, Iraq, Syria, Somalia, Sudan, Libya and Yemen, who could not travel to or from the U.S. NAACP President Mansur Buffins told students they need to be “vigilant in paying attention to the things [the government] is putting forward while we’re still in shockâ€? about the ban, such as Trump’s executive order requiring that for every new regulation implemented, two must be repealed. “The way people act when they’re afraid, or when a country is afraid of something— historically, fear leads to the worst policies,â€? Buffins said. “Fear is born out of false narratives,â€? such as students being taught in school that Middle Eastern countries are dangerous and violent, he said. “Those false narratives are use to rationalize fear.â€? Following UGA President Jere Morehead’s emails to UGA—the first hardly differing from the University System of Georgia’s statement, the second a “personal follow-upâ€?—students said they were surprised at the lack of support and lack of emphasis on the Muslim community at UGA. It wasn’t enough for Morehead to say he is proud of the “more than 2,700 students from 124 countriesâ€? studying at UGA, one student said. “As an American, I’m offended. Was this just copy-and-pasted?â€? While students understand the deep ties between UGA as a public university and its Republican alumni, Republican politicians and the funding they control, many still felt there was a way for Morehead to take a stronger stance, even to denounce the ban like presidents at Columbia University and Notre Dame, without being disrespectful. Others felt that there is no choice but for Morehead and UGA to denounce the ban. “This is a humanitarian issue, and it is disrespectful, unacceptable and un-Americanâ€? not to speak out against it, a student said. “In this case, being diplomatic is not the way to go‌ if you stay neutral, you are on the side of injustice.â€?
UGA’s Student Government Association also passed a resolution last Tuesday night “to Support the International Students of UGA.� As a nonpartisan organization, SGA also did not denounce the ban, but emphasized the safety and rights of all students, especially international students. Whether or not this is the stronger support students were hoping for, through “consistent resistance,� they plan to continue reaching out to representatives, senators and the UGA administration to demand vocal opposition to the ban. [Martha Michael]
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African Studies Office Vandalized University of Georgia police are investigating who shattered an exterior glass door Jan. 29 at the African Studies Institute in the Holmes-Hunter Academic Building, named for the two black students who integrated the university in 1961. According to a statement released by UGA police, “the door was found to have damage to the lower half, consistent with being kicked.� The reporting officer contacted UGA’s Facilities Management Department to secure the door and clean up the glass. There was no other damage. However, no employees of the ASI were contacted, and the office manager arrived at work Monday morning to find the door boarded up, said Akinloye Ojo, director of the ASI, in an email to the ASI community on Jan. 31. “Unfortunately, the police did not notify any one of us in the office, and given the current political climate in the country, a lot of nerves were rattled,� Ojo said. Reports of the incident spread on Facebook after Tifara Brown, a student worker at the ASI, posted photos and information about the incident, calling it “a simple act of intimidation.� Questions about whether the vandalism was a hate crime have arisen, but at this point, UGA police have said there is “no evidence to indicate that this incident was a hate crime,� citing the lack of further damage and absence of “notes, graffiti, postings or utterances of any kind that would indicate the intent of the perpetrator.� While UGA police are investigating, Ojo said it is “difficult to dissuade those who rightfully worry that it might be a targeted attack. Quite a sad commentary on the state of things in the country.� [MM] f
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Another Plan Is in the Works—Will This One Go Anywhere? By Rebecca McCarthy news@flagpole.com
Lonnee said the goal was “to get fresh faces involved, not to have the same involved people serving again.” Those residents were then briefed about the process and their respona series of workshops, Athens is once again considsibilities and encouraged to bring their friends, neighbors ering how it wants its future to unfold, a process and colleagues to workshops. that seems to occur once every few years. But this time, “It’s exciting, the outreach to people who don’t look like officials say, things are different, because a consulting firm, Columbus, OH-based planning NEXT, and not the local gov- me, who don’t live where I do,” said steering committee co-chairman Bob Googe, adding that the process has forced ernment, is in charge. him out of his “bubble.” Planning NEXT is making a conLast week, 550 people attended five Envision Athens certed effort to reach out to underrepresented communipublic-input sessions at the Classic Center, the Lyndon ties, he said. “If there’s a cultural or geographic group we’re House Arts Center and Clarke Central and Cedar Shoals missing, we’re going to go to them and find out what they high schools. They sat at tables with facilitators who asked think should be happening.” questions about priorities for the community, then colSome have raised concerns that powerful institutions lected index cards with participants’ answers. The informalike UGA and local hospitals have too much sway. Michael tion will undergo “strategic and technical analysis” before Songster, a local builder, voiced two more community workshop that opinion in a Dec. 14 Flagpole sessions in the spring and sumI like the process, and I like the column. After attending the Feb. mer. The next session, a “community summit” to present some consultants. I believe something 2 session, Songster said he was encouraged, but is still taking draft ideas for the 20-year plan, is valuable will come from this. a wait-and-see attitude. “I am scheduled for Apr. 20. never skeptical of this—people Myung Cogan, who manages sitting down around a table and talking,” he said. “The quesbusiness development at Athens First Bank and Trust, tion is, what happens from here?” attended the Jan. 31 meeting at the Lyndon House. She At the various workshops, steering committee members, said the people at her table brought up topics such as along with local government staff and elected officials, poverty in Athens, food deserts and education, as well often facilitated discussions. In addition to the large pubas environmental concerns about the county landfill. “I lic workshops, Greene’s firm and public officials met with think Envision Athens is a good investment of time and resources,” said Cogan, who’s on the board of the Northeast students, neighborhood leaders and people from 22 different focus groups, with interests in cultural resources, K-12 Georgia Food Bank. “I like the process, and I like the coneducation, community activism, environmental vitality, sultants. I believe something valuable will come from this.” alternative transportation and other categories. Jamie Greene, principal of planning NEXT, said lots of Googe—a Presbyterian minister and owner of the work preceded last week’s meetings. People were nomiJittery Joe’s coffee-shop chain—told participants the nated for the steering committee several months ago, and Envision Athens process is “an opportunity to share what last fall that list was winnowed to 38 names. The steering you want Athens’ future to look like.” He encouraged people committee then appointed dozens of people to stakeholder groups and focus groups covering about 20 areas, like hous- to reject cynicism and embrace involvement and hope. Physical therapist Christy Norton is the mother of a ing and the music industry. special-needs child. She attended an Envision Athens workThe steering committee is a group that’s demographishop, where she said she brought up numerous changes she cally and geographically diverse, and includes members wants, including true inclusion for Special Education stufrom the Clarke County School District, UGA, corporations, businesses and nonprofits. ACC Senior Planner Bruce dents in all public schools, daycare options for children with
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A Thrice-Divorced President in Thrall to Evangelicals By Baynard Woods news@flagpole.com nominee, Trump named Jerry Falwell Jr. the head of a task In front of the illuminated columns of the Supreme Court force on higher education. He described Falwell as “one of Building, the Rev. Patrick Mahoney and several other the most respected religious leaders in our nation.” Christian activists were gathered together, waiting for Falwell’s Liberty University may be slightly more rigorPresident Donald Trump to announce his pick for Supreme ous than Trump University, but the announcement signals Court justice—a spot left vacant for nearly a year after a shift from teaching the fundamentals of critical thinkRepublicans refused to acknowledge Barack Obama’s ing toward teaching a fundamentalism that is critical of nominee. thinking. Liberty’s Center for Creation Studies aims to When Trump announced Colorado judge and possible “research, promote and communicate a robust young-Earth teenage fascist Neil Gorsuch, perhaps best known for his creationist view of Earth history” based on “sound Biblical Hobby Lobby opinion that showed a willingness to protect interpretation.” discrimination based on sexual orientation, Mahoney and Two days after his court announcement, the tension his small crowd rejoiced. between Trump’s personal vanity and his commitment to Mahoney called on his followers to kneel down at the enacting religious policy reached its apotheosis when he steps of the courthouse, declaring it would be “the first spoke at the National Prayer Breakfast. public prayer” for the new nominee. But someone beat him Trump made headlines by using prayer to diss the curto the punch. rent ratings of his former NBC show, “The Apprentice.” “God help us all!” a man yelled from the back of the (“The ratings went right down the tubes. It’s been a total growing crowd of protesters. disaster,” Trump told those in attendance. “I want to just It was an appropriate first public prayer upon the pray for Arnold [Schwarzenegger], if we can, for those ratappointment of Gorsuch. ings.”) Trump is still listed as a producer on the show, so he Thrice-married and adulterous Trump, not known for likely stands to profit from improved ratings. Still, nobody turning the other cheek, was not an intuitive choice for at the breakfast seemed to the religious right, which has care, because Trump also spent the past several decades promised to “get rid of and attacking the personal moraltotally destroy” the Johnson ity of political candidates and Amendment, which prohibits claiming God sends catastax-exempt nonprofits like trophes to nations to punchurches from participating in ish their citizens for sexual political campaigns. deviancy. Falwell Jr. said the eliminaTrump’s louche opportuntion of this amendment—the ism is one reason that many Johnson was LBJ—would on the religious right backed “create a huge revolution for the otherwise universally conservative Christians and reviled Sen. Ted Cruz, provfor free speech.” It would free ing perhaps, as, uh, One churches to further support Corinthians puts it, that Trump so he could further God, or at least his followers, support them. “chose things despised by the Such collaboration between world.” church and state is not But eventually they got uncommon for authoritarian behind Trump, even if it strongmen. The “Punk Prayer” meant admitting their conthat landed members of the cerns with personal morality Russian activist group Pussy were actually nothing more Riot in prison was an attack than Machiavellian hypocrisy. on the close relationship Trump would repay them by between Vladimir Putin and appointing, in Mahoney’s the Russian Orthodox Church. words, “the justice who would In a final scene from last help overturn Roe v. Wade.” Judge Neil Gorsuch is Trump’s payback to the religious right. week’s apocalypse, anony“This is the reason why mous sources told Reuters Thursday that the adminisso many went out, passed out literature, held signs, made tration wanted to rechristen the “Countering Violent phone calls,” Mahoney said. “We knew the critical imporExtremism” program “Countering Islamic Extremism” or tance of this moment, and so we gather here tonight and “Countering Radical Islamic Extremism.” Along with the we feel the first thing to do is to pray. We are going to ask name change, the program “would no longer target groups God to lead and direct Judge Gorsuch. We are going to ask such as white supremacists who have also carried out that his confirmation hearing run smoothly.” bombings and shootings in the United States.” The Democrats are the worst opposition party imaginThat would mean Dylann Roof, who sat and prayed with able, so Jesus probably won’t have to work too hard. nine African Americans before he murdered them in their The day after the announcement, Trump encouraged church, would not be considered a dangerous extremist. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell to “go nuclear,” For nationalists, the message is clear: It is not only about end the filibuster and lower the number of senators Christianity. It is about whiteness and ethnic nationalism. required to confirm a justice from 60 to a simple majority Not everyone is blind to this. On the night of Gorsuch’s of 51. Democrats are already counseling each other to save nomination, at the Supreme Court Building, Mahoney and their political capital for the next fight, instead of trying his associates knelt and ostentatiously prayed the second to force Republicans to use a little of their political capital. public prayer over Trump’s appointee. “So father, we comRight now, the Democrats have so little capital that there mit him to you and we are thankful,” Mahoney said as the may be no next fight. growing crowd around him drowned out his words, chantBut Trump seems to know the evangelicals will fight— ing “Black Lives Matter.” f according to Pew, 81 percent of white evangelicals voted for Trump, more than for George W. Bush, John McCain or Mitt Romney—and he is rewarding them handsomely. Listen to the Democracy in Crisis podcast at democracyincrisis.com, On the same day he announced his Supreme Court and follow Baynard Woods on Twitter @baynardwoods.
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Flagpole noted in our year-end roundup in December, “Two of Athens’ strongest singer-songwriters are also Athens’ strongest power couple.” What we didn’t mention then is that those songwriters—Erin Lovett, who performs and records as Four Eyes, and Patrick Brick, who does the same as Futo—are not only romantic partners but creative ones. Their collaborative project, Kissing Booth, just released its latest EP, a charming five-song effort called Year of the Dragon, Year of the Dog. In honor of that release and the upcoming holiday, we invited Lovett and Brick to compile a playlist featuring 12 of their favorite love songs. Read all about it below, and find a streaming link at flagpole.com. [Gabe Vodicka]
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Labi Siffre “Bless the Telephone” Call your loved ones! Tell them they are your loved ones! Smile at a flower, and pet the smallest animal in your vicinity!
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Frank Ocean “White Ferrari” Buy a white Ferrari with your trust fund money, and take your significant other for a ride in it. Don’t speak to each other, but make sure you drive very, very fast. The sun is setting, and you told your rich parents you’d be home for dinner.
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Kim Jung Mi “Your Dream” I hope y’all speak Korean. If you can, and if this song is as romantic as it sounds, come find me. Tell me what she says. I don’t want to look it up.
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David Byrne “Everyone’s in Love With You” Sometimes your partner is better than you at everything, and everyone likes her more, and when they invite you places you wonder if it’s just so they can hang out with her, but know she wouldn’t go if you weren’t also invited.
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Ted Hawkins “Sorry You’re Sick” I would do a lil’ goof for this one too, but dang, I just don’t think I’ve got it in me. This song is pretty sad and endearing and great.
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Leonard Cohen “True Love Leaves No Traces” RIP LEONARD, THIS WORLD IS GARBAGE, AND I MISS YOU DEARLY.
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Tracy Chapman “Fast Car” Try this relationship-building exercise: Stare into your partner’s eyes. “Fast Car” plays quietly in the background. Repeat to each other, simultaneously: “Be someone. Be someone. Be someone.” Do this until someone gets frustrated and quits. This person is the loser.
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Cat Stevens “Don’t Be Shy” Patrick and I have an age difference of several years, so on our first Halloween together, we went as Harold and Maude to make everyone uncomfortable. I also have very
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Vashti Bunyan “I’d Like to Walk Around in Your Mind” Can you believe Vashti Bunyan remained virtually unknown for nearly 30 years after recording Just Another Diamond Day? How can you ever quit your dreams knowing that? We all have different timelines. Success, love, money, fame… these things find us when we’re ready. Even knowing that, I still delete anything I post on Facebook that doesn’t get a like within five minutes. I guess I’ve got a lot of growing to do. of Montreal “Neat Little Domestic Life” It’s easy to fall in love with someone you can create beautiful art with—a true partner and collaborator, a muse and a friend, someone whose passions ignite your own as you both encourage and compete with each other’s wild endeavors. But at the end of the day, maybe you really just want someone who will go to Target with you for just one thing. Get you a partner that can do both.
The Magnetic Fields “Andrew in Drag” We’ve all fallen for drag queens. For me, it was Sharon Needles in Season Four of “RuPaul’s Drag Race.” (For Patrick, it was Alaska Thunderfuck; we are a house divided.) When Patrick and I first started dating, a bitter ex called him a teenage queen, and it stuck. Keep it spicy: Subvert your genders. Patrick still looks better than me in a dress. He’s the only girl I’ll ever love—my teenage queen.
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fter going from dorm rooms to sold-out shows, nobody understands growing up quite like Joyce Manor. The California punk band isn’t afraid to accept change—in fact, it welcomes it. On its latest album, Cody, Joyce Manor explores pop culture and media trends while embracing a new, slicker sound—and the emotional baggage that comes with getting older. The buzz started around the release of Joyce Manor’s self-titled album in 2011. The group quickly gained status because of its combination of SoCal punk, bouncy guitar riffs and seemingly nonsensical lyrics. A sophomore release, 2012’s Of All Things I Will Soon Grow Tired, offered the same raw approach—not to mention a popgoes-punk cover of “Video Killed the Radio Star”—but it wasn’t until 2014 that Joyce Manor took its brand of punk to a new level. After signing with Epitaph Records, the band released its third studio album, the highly acclaimed, indie-rock-inflected Never Hungover Again.
getting outside of our comfort zone and letting the [producer] do what they want to do, and not having control over every aspect.” Yet, lyrically, Cody feels freer. Album opener “Fake I.D.” tells a story of a young, goofy romance that turns darker with the death of a friend. The first hook in the song features the now-infamous lyric, “What do you think about Kanye West?/ I think that he’s great/ Yeah, I think he’s the best.” “Whatever words came to me when I wrote the melody, I’ll [usually] say, ‘Those aren’t any good, I’ve gotta write some good lyrics’ and swap out,” Johnson says. Yet “there’s something about [the Kanye line] that I really like… it’s kind of unnerving. My gut reaction was that I had to change it because people would laugh. It was stupid. But it resonates with me, and I can’t change it.” For those who are interested, Johnson likes Yeezus for its blown-out punk feel, and respects 808s & Heartbreak, although it took some time to get used to. Epitaph Records
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For last year’s Cody, along came a new drummer—Jeff Enzor, who replaced Kurt Walcher—and producer Rob Schnapf, whose discography is sprinkled with names like Elliott Smith, Saves the Day and FIDLAR. While previous albums featured scratchy vocals and thrashing guitars, Cody expands into full pop mode, with lyrics that alternate between nostalgia and despair. Barry Johnson, the band’s co-founder and lead vocalist and guitarist, credits the changes to the personnel additions and his own musical maturity. “Kurt was definitely a punk drummer, so I tried to write in a way that would suit his drumming. I would change the way I sang,” Johnson says. “My voice used to be more harsh, and maybe it’s just getting older, but I wanted to try singing a little cleaner on this record. When we were recording the first record, it’s not like I could sing and decided not to—that’s all I had to offer. Now, I’ve gotten more control of my voice.” Cody’s sound is due in large part to Schnapf. “His fingerprints are on it. He’s just that kind of producer,” says Johnson. “When we first entered this world, we were really snobby… we were too cool for everything. On [Cody], we just tried stuff. It was
“Everyone has an opinion about Kanye West—your mom, your P.E. teacher. Everyone loves it or hates it,” Johnson says. “He’s so polarizing, and there’s just something universal about it, which is why it works.” Though Johnson isn’t sure where Joyce Manor will go from here, he makes no apologies about having given up so much control over Cody. “We let go of the sound to the producer, we let go of having music videos made, but in the songwriting, we’re still in control. It’s what I care most about,” he says. “It’s an experiment in picking people who we admire and think are talented, and trusting them with everything to see what the results are,” Johnson says. “I think we can achieve something we wouldn’t be able to alone.” f
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That said, “National Anthem” fluidly combines the elements of each. Thing is, each of the aforementioned songs comes after record opener “God Bless Bill Gates,” which is so touching, tender and personal that it seems crass it’s accessible with a mere click of a mouse. Listen in at kissingbooth lovesyou.bandcamp.com.
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REV THAT REVERB: The Nice Machine just released its ninth record in its 11-year history, and the first since 2013. The 12-track album is titled Science Is Real, and the band next plays locally at the Athens Surf Stomp Apr. 22 at Little Kings Shuffle Club. True to its stated calling—being a surf-rock band—The Nice Machine does best when it sticks to that plan. Straight-ahead tracks like “Slobbernaut” and “How About Now” are fine representatives of the craft. Much of the record suffers from too many extraneous elements contributed from other styles. Still, the title track is a cool throwback to what an imagined 1970sera TV theme might sound like, and album closer “TV Dinner” is a smooth, almost triphop, theremin-laden groove. Check it out at thenicemachine1.bandcamp.com, and read up at thenicemachine.com.
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HERE COMES TREBLE: The International Championship of Collegiate a Cappella South (ICCA)—what a mouthful!—will hold its quarterfinal competition at the Morton Theatre on Saturday, Feb. 11 at 7 p.m. It’s hosted by national body Varsity Vocals and locals UGA Accidentals. Competing are Dooley Noted, from Emory; Infinite Harmony, Nothin’ But Treble and Sympathetic Vibrations, from Georgia Tech; Pretty Major, from Kennesaw State; Mercer Bearitones, from Mercer; Sweet Signatures and Vital Signs, from Elon University; UGA Noteworthy; and VOLume, from the University of Tennessee. Tickets are $18–$20 and available at mortontheatre.com. Learn more about your local hosts over at facebook.com/ugaaccidentals, and the ICCA at varsityvocals.com.
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WHAT YOU NEED WHEN YOU NEED IT: Arriving as if on cue to interject itself into the most confusing January in recent memory, Kissing Booth released a new EP just as the month wrapped up. It’s titled Year of the Dragon, Year of the Dog. The group, populated by Erin Lovett (Four Eyes) and Patrick Brick (Futo), hasn’t released anything WUOG 90.5 FM’s 10 Most-Played Recordings since 2014, so this is a welJan. 25–31 come treat. The five slowrolling tracks tangentially 1. Foxygen Hang (Jagjaguwar) touch a number of influ 2. Cherry Glazerr Apocalipstick (Secretly Canadian) ences, but those familiar 3. The Quiet Pack Steam Zone (Independent Release)* with the pair’s constituent 4. VHS Collectors Club Amateur Hour (Independent Release)* projects can pluck out which 5. NXWorries Yes Lawd! (Stones Throw) songs had their genesis 6. Scooterbabe The Sorrow You’ve Been Toting Around (Jigsaw)* where. For example, “Year 7. Surface to Air Missive A V (Leaving)* of the Dragon” bends to the 8. Microwave Much Love (Sideonedummy) Futo side of things, with its 9. Brandon Can’t Dance Graveyard of Good Times (Lucky Number) negative-space nearly-soul 10. Japanese Wallpaper Japanese Wallpaper EP (Zero Through Nine) arrangement, whereas “Hale * local release · Get the latest WUOG news, including the Live in the Lobby schedule, at wuog.org. Bopp 1997” belongs to the Four Eyes side of the family.
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Exposing Rock and Roll Legendary Photographer Bob Gruen Comes to Athens By Jessica Smith arts@flagpole.com In one photo, the members of Led Zeppelin stand cooly to the left of their private jet’s engine, hair flowing in the wind. An action shot shows Sid Vicious playing bass despite his torso being covered in bleeding cuts. In another image, John Lennon, wearing sunglasses and a sleeveless New York City tank top, casually leans against a bridge in the city with his arms folded. These are just a few of the iconic moments captured by New York photographer Bob Gruen. His portfolio is the basis of filmmaker Don Letts’ feature-length documentary, Rock ’n’ Roll Exposed: The Photography of Bob Gruen, which will be screened during a special night with the artist on Wednesday, Feb. 8 at the Georgia Theatre. Interviews with Iggy Pop, Alice Cooper, Debbie Harry, Yoko Ono, Tommy Ramone, Legs McNeil (author of Please Kill Me: The Uncensored Oral History of Punk) and several other stars illustrate the life and legacy of the photographer, who humbly attributes much of his success to simply being at the right place at the right time. The artist behind some of music’s most famous photographs has created portraits for everyone from Bob Dylan, Blondie and The Clash to the Rolling Stones, New York Dolls and Kiss. Though Gruen may have carried a camera in hand instead of an instrument, he was as essential to the scene as any musician. Whereas a musician’s main priority is inarguably auditory in nature and often tied to the present moment through live performance, Gruen’s contributions have been towards the visual culture and historical
This Week’s Film Festivals The Irascibles Film Series at the Georgia Museum of Art, which has screened Painters Painting and Pollock so far, concludes with Robert Motherwell and the New York School: Storming the Citadel on Feb. 9 at 7 p.m. The series is held in conjunction with the current exhibitions “Advanced and Irascible: Abstract Expressionism from the Collection of Jeanne and Carroll Berry” and “Artists of the New York School.” The Black History Month Film Festival presents two films and two short cartoons at the Morton Theatre at 3 p.m. on Feb. 12: Date with Duke, International Sweethearts of Rhythm: America’s Hottest All Girl Band, John Henry and The Bronze Buckaroo. A Q&A with UGA professors of film and American American studies will follow. The Animal Voices Film Festival, hosted by Speak Out for Species, screens The Messenger, a documentary investigating the various pressures facing songbird populations, in room 148 of the UGA’s Miller Learning Center on Feb. 13 at 7 p.m. The series continues Monday, Feb. 20 with Lion Ark and Feb. 27 with A Dog Named Gucci.
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documentation of rock and roll. Long after a band breaks up, its image and mythos continues to survive through his work. Gruen’s portfolio essentially serves as a timeline, revealing various trends, shifts and the emergence of subgenres. Still active capturing today’s music, he is best known for images from the late ’60s and ’70s—a pivotal time when rock and roll was peaking. A particularly fun and fashionforward period was the emergence of glam rock, when the flamboyantly extravagant costumes and commanding stage presences of performers like Freddie Mercury, David Bowie and Elton John lent themselves effortlessly to dazzling photographs. In a pre-internet era in which much less biography was readily available— let alone instantaneous documentation through social media—it was easy to look at an image and get lost in fantasizing about the storied histories and wild lifestyles of Gruen’s subjects. Alternative music publications, full of posed or candid images, served as an important method for both journaling and romanticizing the activities of the underground. Some of his most alluring portraits are taken casually or behind the scenes, granting an all-access pass into the private lives of artists. They offer rare glimpses into the real demeanor and personality of each subject once they’ve been removed from an arena that may favor their stage persona. What distinguishes Gruen from so many of his contemporaries is this ability to gain the full trust of each person he photographs. The division between spectator and subject is often dissolved, as he takes his time with the subject and waits for the perfect moment to occur. Following the film screening, local photographer Jason Thrasher will moderate a Q&A session with Gruen. Thrasher, whose work has appeared in national publications including Rolling Stone, Billboard and The New York Times, specializes in documenting the music scene of the Southeast. “Athens Potluck,” a portrait series for which each featured musician invited the following subject to be photographed, is currently on view at the Georgia Theatre’s gallery space and will be published as a fine-art book later this year. The evening will close out with a performance by Shehehe—which plans to incorporate covers of songs inspired by Gruen’s portfolio into its set—plus a book signing with the artist. Avid Bookshop will have copies of his books for sale—John Lennon: The New York Years, Rock Seen and New York Dolls: The Photographs of Bob Gruen—and preorder is available online. The shop is offering the option to request a personalized inscription and have the book mailed out for those unable to attend in person. f
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Let’s Tako ’bout Fusion Plus, a Quick Trip to an Augusta Landmark By Hillary Brown food@flagpole.com TAKOS: The problem with “fusion” cuisine, in general, is that it frequently diminishes its components by combining them, rather than elevating them. In other words, the whole is less than the sum of the parts, not more. I’m not sure if the new Takorea (311 E. Broad St., 706-521-8131), a small chain out of Atlanta that offers Korean tacos (or “takos,” as the menu has it) is exactly fusion—there’s little about its offerings that counts as Mexican—but it does suffer from some of those problems. Ensconced in the former Etienne Brasserie, in a large, attractive space with a long bar that runs down one whole side of the room, it’s added the occasional piñata and some signs lamenting the existence of Taco Tuesday because it teaches our children that tacos are only for one day a week. (Sidebar: Takorea does offer a Taco Tuesday special, dur-
condiment. The “premium” section in general, which also includes the fried chicken tako and the Sticky Chicky (with an apricot glaze that’s not overwhelmingly sweet), is a much better bet. The rice and beans (Korean-style white rice, black beans) you can get on the side are severely under-seasoned, although the rice is well-cooked, and the kimchi, available in both cucumber and the better-known cabbage, is decent. Is there anything wonderful to eat at Takorea? There is one thing: the sesame fries, which come in either a half or a whole order, with chipotle ketchup on the side. What tastes like gomashio (a Japanese/Korean combination of ground, dried sesame seeds and salt) is incorporated into the batter, giving the fries plenty of flavor but not too much, and even when served in a Chinese take-out container, they remain magically crisp. They’d make a fine snack in the wee hours.
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ing which all of its tacos are only $2). The menu consists of nine different Korean-accented tacos, available with flour tortillas for the default and corn upon request. In addition, you can get the same stuff as a burrito or a rice bowl, and the Gogi Nachos are very similar, as well. The main problem is that, although that sounds like a lot of options, in practice the flavors are virtually the same throughout, thanks partially to an over-reliance on gochujang, the red-pepper sauce that is a foundational element of Korean cuisine. Are you eating a chicken tako or a barbecue pork one, a fried chicken tako or a beef one? It can require more thinking than you would guess to figure it out. Most of the “takos” come with not only gochujang in such abundance that it drowns the flavors of everything within, but also “tako salad,” which mostly consists of chopped romaine lettuce with a bit of thinly sliced cabbage. The veggie options are particularly depressing, consisting of a vegetable tako that includes whole sautéed button mushrooms (essentially a bag of water with mild mushroom flavor) and a tofu tako that could be promising (cubes of tofu fried in sesame-soy sauce) but instead is awash in blandness. The better options are the seafood takos. Both shrimp and fish are lightly fried and come with hoisin tartar sauce as well as gochujang, meaning a lighter hand with the latter
Takorea is open Monday through Wednesday from 11:30 a.m.–10 p.m.; Thursday through Saturday, 11:30 a.m.–2:30 a.m.; and Sunday, noon–9 p.m. It has a full bar, including a few beer choices on draft, and does specialty cocktails with soju, the Korean distilled alcohol that can be made from rice, barley and even sweet potatoes. BBQ BEAT: Should you find yourself in Augusta, a trip to Sconyers Bar-B-Que (2250 Sconyers Way, 706-790-5411) is fairly obligatory. Famous for catering at Jimmy Carter’s White House, it occupies a compound off the beaten path, complete with massive koi (fed on barbecue?), a water wheel and more. The atmosphere, unfortunately, beats the barbecue itself, which is too finely chopped, and the famous house hash, served over rice, which has a funky aftertaste. The sauces, however, are excellent, available in varying degrees of vinegary hotness, and the fact that the waitresses wear dresses resembling dirndls and the male workers wear overalls contributes considerably to the experience. Bread comes still in its plastic sleeve, and metal tools hang everywhere. Considered straight-up as plain smoked meat, the turkey beats out the pork, ribs and beef, although the beef takes second place. Sconyers is open 10 a.m.–9 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, and serves no booze. f
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A Classic Rom-com, and Five Alternative Holiday Flicks By Jon Hogan music@flagpole.com The very optimistic moral of the story With Valentine’s Day approaching, dinis a sentiment J. Lo would appreciate: Love ner and a movie is a classic way to spend don’t cost a thing. Ellen realizes the depth a romantic evening. If you want to paint the town, Frank Capra’s It Happened One Night is playing at Ciné Feb. 10–16 and at Beechwood Cinemas on Feb. 12 and 15. Ciné also screens Park Chan-wook’s wild The Handmaiden starting this week, in honor of the holiday. (See athenscine.com and gtcmovies.com for showtimes.) For those who prefer a pint of lo mein and staying in with pajamas, we’ve also included recommendations for four other films that take a less conventional view of love. It Happened One Night
Go Out and Watch It Happened One Night (1934) Capra’s five-time Academy Award winner tells the story of heiress Ellen Andrews (Claudette Colbert), who is on the run after eloping. She flees her father’s yacht in Miami by diving overboard, and gets a bus ticket to New York City to be with her new husband. While in transit, she meets reporter Peter Warne (Clark Gable), who sees a potential scoop in chronicling Ellen’s trip. Along the way, of course, they fall in love. Their love manifests in strange, offensively 1930s ways. Once Peter joins Ellen’s trip, he becomes the only thing protecting her from the ill intentions of other men, including her father’s detectives and a creeper in a fedora. Putting Peter in the protector role immediately brings out condescension. When Ellen tries to buy a chocolate bar, he lectures her about her finances, informs her, “You’re on a budget now,” and tells her to shut up when she objects. He even channels his inner Ralph Kramden, threatening her with bodily harm for the slightest infraction. Since this film is often cited as the birth of the romantic comedy, it is fitting that it contains the birth of a popular trope: one half of the main couple behaving in ways that would get him or her arrested or institutionalized in real life. Since a one-sided fight is fundamentally boring, the film is at its funniest the few times Ellen fights back. After suffering a transportation setback, the two try to hitchhike. Peter continues his condescension by smugly outlining his strategies for hailing a ride. Cars speed past, leaving him increasingly more desperate and staring at his thumb in disbelief. The reporter trudges back to a nearby fence, where Ellen is lying. Ellen suggests she can get a driver to stop, and Peter laughs in her face. She walks to the road. A car approaches. She shows her shapely leg. The car stops. We cut to a shot from the front of this car as it bounces down the highway. The pair sits in the back seat behind an older gentleman. Peter looks depressed, and Ellen beams at him, exhilarated by her victory.
of her feelings for Peter when he refuses a large reward from her father for bringing his daughter to safety. However, the journey to New York and the movie in general would be considerably more fun for the audience if we were convinced Ellen was actually safe with Peter. The Handmaiden (2016) Park Chan-wook returned to form last year with this erotic thriller about shifting allegiances—business, romantic and sexual—in Japaneseoccupied Korea. There is also a shot from a vagina’s point of view, which I can honestly say I had never seen before.
Stay Home and Watch Ali: Fear Eats the Soul (1974) German director Rainer Werner Fassbinder’s film shows the unlikely romance between a German maid in her 60s and a thirtysomething Moroccan immigrant. Watch as their love begins to fray under the class and racial innuendo of friends and colleagues. Annie Hall (1977) In its first scene, Woody Allen’s comedy lets us know that his character’s relationship with the titular Manic Pixie Dream Girl (MPDG) will not succeed. This opening sets the tone for a film that embraces the contradictory illogicalness and desirability of relationships. In the Mood for Love (2000) Two married neighbors develop a mutual love in 1960s Hong Kong. Conservative social mores of the time—as well as an affair between their spouses—threaten to keep them apart. Featuring emotive, forlorn performances from Maggie Cheung and Tony Leung. Trust (1990) Long Island auteur Hal Hartley explores a relationship built on mutual admiration and trust—concepts that are typically disregarded in the idyllic world of romantic comedy—between an electronics genius and a pregnant highschool dropout. Adrienne Shelley continues her streak as the prototypical MPDG of Hartley’s oeuvre. f
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However, the man in charge of the Mars settlement, Nathaniel Shepherd (Gary Oldman), is wary of what might happen to Gardner in Earth’s vastly different environment, especially the stronger gravity. When NASA decides it is time to bring Gardner home, the teenager finds Tulsa and enlists her in his mission to find his dad. (His astronaut mother died during childbirth.) Think of this science-fiction romance as The Fault in Our Starman. While on the road, a young man from another world falls in tragic love. The hordes of teens that devour every hot new YA read would probably enjoy this sci-fi-rom, had they a book to read first. Anyone familiar with this type of story will not have any problem guessing where this narrative is headed. But no one goes to a sweet tale of tragic teen love for unpredictability.
by its narrative and emotional construcELLE (R) I have loved Paul Verhoeven tion. You can also expect to leave with proof since Robocop, and that love was only that the unduly tarnished Verhoeven is as strengthened by Total Recall and the totally talented as they come. underrated Starship Troopers. The Dutch filmmaker’s first film in French is a smart, THE SPACE BETWEEN US (PG-13) The most taut, dramatic thriller about a successful businesswoman, Michèle Leblanc (Academy surprising aspect of this movie may be that it is not based on a young-adult novel. Award nominee Isabelle Huppert), playing a game of cat and mouse with her rapist. The Comedian This film is far more complex than RINGS (PG-13) The Ring Two did not a one-sentence logline can do justice. leave this potential horror franHuppert’s portrayal of Michèle is chise with much of a reputation to magnificent; the actress is simultatarnish, and this boring, scare-less neously beautiful and ugly. Michèle follow-up does nothing to recover is a controversial public figure due any self-respect. The killer videotape to her imprisoned father’s horrenresurfaces, and a cute couple, Julia dous decades-old crime, and her and Holt (Matilda Lutz and Alex relationship with her son is strained Roe), have to figure out how to stop at best. Yet she charms nearly everythe killer kid before their seven days one, including her banker neighbor are up—or so you would expect from (Laurent Lafitte, de la Comédie another Ring. Instead, the whole sevFrançaise), who is married to a strict en-day deadline disappears, thanks Catholic beauty. So I said, “I’d like to punch you in the face.” to an update cribbed from It Follows Verhoeven lucked into a wonder(a superior film whose ever-present evil was Gardner Elliot (Asa Butterfield) was born ful foreign actress after no big Hollywood a direct descendant of Samara). on Mars. Having lived his entire life on the name would take this challenging role. The Reimagined as an alternate universe red planet, Gardner’s only dream is to go director is as masterful as his star, con“Big Bang Theory” where Johnny Galecki’s structing his film like a classic of Hollywood to Earth, especially after virtually meeting Leonard is in hiding, researching Samara a pretty foster child named Tulsa (Britt or foreign cinema. Elle is not a simple filmafter she wiped through his entire crew Robertson). going experience. Expect to be challenged (hopefully, Sheldon was first), the movie is more fun. Instead, Samara becomes some college prof’s research assignment. Any terror generated by Samara’s reality-bending attack has been lost in the intervening decade, and the movie does not even try to generate its own scares. Vincent D’Onofrio puts some welcome time into a feature that starts to feel like the worst Final Destination. Forget Rings, and just remember Samara as she oh-so-terrifyingly was in 2002. THE COMEDIAN (R) Based on the results that hit the screen, it is hard to fathom what drew this above-average cast—Robert De Niro, Leslie Mann, Danny DeVito, Edie Falco, Cloris Leachman, Harvey Keitel, Patti LuPone and a plethora of familiar stand-up comics—to this average-at-best film. Thirty years ago, Jackie Burke (De Niro) had a hit TV show. Now, he is an aging stand-up with a routine dependent upon insults. A violent encounter with a heckler gets Jackie thrown in jail, but also sets up a life-changing meet-cute with Mann’s Harmony Schultz. Scene to scene, De Niro ranges from charming to soporific. Mann, for once, is allowed to be more than shrill, if not much else. What a hackneyed third act plot device to trot out, even if it does offer the movie’s expected but still satisfying conclusion. Jackie’s stand-up routine has flashes of brilliance, but typically devolves into foul-mouthed, not-quite-creative-enough insults; Jackie is no Don Rickles. This forgettable film’s script may have started with visions of fall grandeur, but a behind-thecamera transition from Martin Scorsese to Taylor Hackford relegated it to the wasteland of winter. f
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Soleil Ouimet and Bernard Cook play the Sweetheart Duets Hoot on Feb. 13
PERFORMANCE | Feb 10–12
Hiss Golden Messenger Don Giovanni
MUSIC | Sat, Feb 11
Tears in Heaven
40 Watt Club · 8 p.m. · $15 UGA Fine Arts Theatre · 8 p.m. (Fri–Sat), Hendershot’s Coffee Bar · 8 p.m. · $10 With songs featuring tales 3 p.m. (Sun) · $6–20 (suggested donation) of domestic life and life on Presenting one of the most Athens musicians are rallying the road, Durham, NC resiwell-known staples of operatic once again to support a worthy dent M.C. Taylor’s most recent repertoire, the UGA Opera cause, in spite of having to release under the Hiss Golden Theatre will perform Mozart’s cover Eric Clapton songs in the Messenger moniker, Heart Like a “Don Giovanni” as its spring proprocess. “Tears in Heaven” will Levee, strikes many of the same duction. The legendary tale folbenefit Camp Magik, a place chords as his folk and alt-counlows the title character (played for kids to express grief over the try contemporaries. Unlike his by Isaiah Feken) as he pursues loss of a parent or sibling. The more freewheeling peers, though, several women: aristocrat Donna lineup includes Mary and the Taylor’s music is particularly Anna (Laura Anne Cotney), forHot-Hotty Hots, The Solstice focused on the tension between mer lover Donna Elvira (Rebecca Sisters, The Huge Enormous, the two experiences, and how Sacks) and village beauty Klezmer Local 42 and the Matt the necessity to tour as both (Zerlina (Rachel Eve Holmes). Joiner Band, among others. Lisa passion and profession fuels After jilting hundreds of lovers, Anger, a camp facilitator and the an unparalleled guilt towards he’ll get what’s coming to him. event’s organizer, says Clapton’s the family he supports. For this Singing actors from the Hugh “Tears in Heaven” is viewed as reason, Heart Like a Levee is Hodgson School of Music, guest- sacred music at the camp. That ostensibly more bittersweet than directed by Vince Liotta, will be moves even this jaded reporter. Hiss Golden Messenger’s 2014 joined by the UGA Symphony The evening includes Lisa Merge debut, though it’s no less Orchestra, conducted by Hilary Mende as emcee and a silent gratifying. [Andy Barton] Griffiths. [Jessica Smith] auction. [Barbette Houser]
Tuesday 7 CLASSES: Computer Class: Word 2013 (ACC Library) Pick up tips on basic formatting. 10 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/athens 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: Trivia (Hi-Lo Lounge) General trivia with host Caitlin Wilson. 8:30 p.m. FREE! 706-8508561
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GAMES: Trivia at the Rail (The Rail Athens) Trivia hosted by Nic every Tuesday. 10:30 p.m. FREE! 706354-7289 GAMES: RPG Fan Track Night (The Rook and Pawn) Learn the basics of role-playing games. 7:30 p.m. FREE! www.therookandpawn.com GAMES: Locos Trivia (Locos Grill & Pub) Westside and Eastside locations of Locos Grill and Pub feature trivia night every Tuesday. 8 p.m. FREE! www.locosgrill.com GAMES: Full Contact Trivia (Blind Pig Tavern) (2301 College Station Rd.) Every Tuesday. 8:30 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/blindpigtavern
GAMES: Dirty South Trivia (Taqueria Tsunami) (Downtown) Surf the trivia wave every Tuesday. 8 p.m. FREE! www.dirtysouthtrivia.com GAMES: Happy Hour Trivia (The Rook and Pawn) Hosted by James Majure. 6 p.m. FREE! www.therookandpawn.com GAMES: Johnny’s Trivia (Johnny’s New York Style Pizza) Win house cash every Tuesday and Thursday. 8 p.m. FREE! 706-354-1515 KIDSTUFF: Black History Trivia (ACC Library) Play a mash-up of Red Light, Green Light and trivia. Ages 11–18. 4:30 p.m. FREE! athenslibrary.org/athens
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Alice Woodruff
Athens Academy · 1–3 p.m. · FREE! Watkinsville potter Alice Woodruff’s latest exhibition, “Transitions: Vessels for Sam,” marks an emotionally difficult and deeply personal period of her life. Following the suicide of her son, Samuel Thomas Crowe, Woodruff turned to clay as a method of moving through unresolved grief. Many pieces took shape as open “boats” that could be symbolically or physically filled with memories and mementos, while other works explore concepts related to death. Her hope is to open a conversation about mental health, suicide and grief—to destigmatize the experience of living with mental illness, and to provide comfort to affected family and friends. [JS]
KIDSTUFF: Preschool Storytime (ACC Library) Ages 2–5. 9:30 & 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary. org/athens KIDSTUFF: Lego Club (Oconee County Library) Enjoy Lego-based activities. Ages 3–10. 4 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee 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 PERFORMANCE: UGA Philharmonia (Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall) The orchestral
MUSIC | Mon, Feb 13
Sweetheart Duets Hoot
The Foundry · 8 p.m. · FREE! One of the Classic City’s most charming Valentine’s Day traditions celebrates its 10th edition, as eight pairs of musical and romantic partners present intimate sets. Performers include Marie Davon and Andrew Heaton of Powerkompany; Carl Rapp and Julia McDermott of Green Flag; Rob McMaken of HogEyed Man and his wife, Vicki; UGA Jazz Studies Director Dave D’Angelo and his wife, singersongwriter Denise; Jean Moon and Pat Harrell of the Dona Bopp Band; and Jessica and Matthew Williams of Pickled Holler. Susan Staley hosts and performs with her spouse. As with each installment of the monthly Hoot, admission is free. [Gabe Vodicka]
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) 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: Photoshop for Beginners (ACC Library) This hands-on class will introduce you to the basics of Photoshop. Registration required. 7 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/athens 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: Bob Gruen (Georgia Theatre) Meet music photographer Bob Gruen and watch Rock & Roll
Exposed: The Photography of Bob Gruen. Live music by Shehehe. See Art Notes on p. 16. 6–11 p.m. $10–15. www.georgiatheatre.com EVENTS: 10 Year Anniversary (Brett’s Casual American Restaurant) Bring a non-perishable food item for a discount at Brett’s Casual American Restaurant’s anniversary. Cake will be served all day. Proceeds benefit the Northeast Georgia Food Bank. 10 a.m.–9 p.m. 706-850-1395 EVENTS: Swing and Salsa Dancing (Little Kings Shuffle Club) Dance to the musical styling of the Swing Street Dance Band. 8:30–10 p.m. $5 suggested donation. www. swingstreetdanceband.net EVENTS: Umano Sample Sale (Creature Comforts Brewery) Umano, a local fashion brand featured on ABC’s “Shark Tank,” often uses children’s artwork on its products to benefit charities. The brand will also have a small batch of “Get Comfortable” shirts in collaboration with Creature Comforts. Your Pie and Insomnia Cookies will be present. 4–7 p.m. www.umano.com 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 GAMES: Full Contact Trivia (Blind Pig Tavern) (2440 W. Broad St.) Play to win. 8 p.m. FREE! www.fullcontacttrivia.wordpress.com GAMES: Trivia (Copper Creek Brewing Company) Test your trivia chops for prizes! Every Wednesday. 9 p.m. FREE! 706-546-1102 GAMES: Dirty Bingo (Grindhouse Killer Burgers) Hosted by Garrett Lennox every Wednesday. Prizes and house cash. 8 p.m. FREE! www. grindhouseburgers.com GAMES: Trivia (Your Pie) (Eastside) Every Wednesday. 7–9 p.m. FREE! www.yourpie.com GAMES: Bingo (Highwire Lounge) House cash and drink prizes. Hosted by DJ LaDarius. 8 p.m. FREE! www. highwirelounge.com GAMES: Cornhole Tournament (Saucehouse Barbeque) Gather a team and compete. 8 p.m. saucehouse.com GAMES: Dirty South Trivia (Mellow Mushroom) Dirty South Trivia offers house cash prizes. 8 p.m. FREE! 706-613-0892 GAMES: Trivia (Willy’s Mexicana Grill) Every Wednesday. 7:30 p.m. FREE! 706-548-1920 KIDSTUFF: Game with Us (ACC Library) Play Super Smash Bros. with other teens after school. Ages 11–18. 4:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org KIDSTUFF: Bedtime Stories (ACC Library) Children of all ages are invited for bedtime stories every Wednesday. 7 p.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/athens KIDSTUFF: Anime Club (Oconee County Library) Watch some anime and manga, listen to J-Pop music, eat Japanese snacks and share fan art. Ages 11–18. 6–8 p.m. FREE! 706-769-3950 MEETINGS: Tech Happy Hour (The World Famous) Meet local entrepreneurs, tech talent and other fellow Athenians who are making cool stuff at this weekly Four Athens networking happy hour. 6–7:30 p.m. FREE! www.fourathens.com/happy-hour 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 PERFORMANCE: Experimentique Night (Ciné Barcafé) 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
Thursday 9 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 EVENTS: Athens Science Café (Little Kings Shuffle Club) Psychology professor Keith Campbell will speak on “Me, myself and I: the Science of Narcissism.” 7 p.m. FREE! athenssciencecafe.com FILM: Irascibles Film Series (Georgia Museum of Art) Robert Motherwell and the New York School: Storming the Citadel looks at the struggle and triumph of the abstract expressionist movement. 7–9 p.m. FREE! 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: Johnny’s Trivia (Johnny’s New York Style Pizza) See Tuesday listing for full description 8 p.m. FREE! 706-354-1515 KIDSTUFF: No Talent Required Art Club (ACC Library) Valentine’s edition! Art supplies are provided to create whatever you want. Ages 11–18. 4:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/athens KIDSTUFF: Chapter Readers (ACC Library) This month’s book is The Romeo and Juliet Code by Phoebe Stone. Grades 3–5. 4 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/athens KIDSTUFF: Love Monster Storytime (Madison County Library, Danielsville) Miss Carley will read a story and participants will make a tissue box “monster” to hold valentines. 4:30 p.m. FREE! athenslibrary.org/madison PERFORMANCE: Thursday Scholarship Series: Piano Extravaganza (Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall) The extravaganza features faculty-led talks, a look at the Steinways and piano selection process. 7:30 p.m. $6 (w/ UGA ID), $20. pac.uga.edu THEATER: The Hallelujah Girls (Arts!Oglethorpe) A group of Southern friends decide to shake up their lives when Sugar Lee turns an abandoned church into a day spa. Feb. 9–11, 7:30 p.m. Feb. 12, 3 p.m. $13–18. artsoglethorpe.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 find she’ll be working with a former partner. This show contains an above-average amount of kissing. Feb. 9–11, 8 p.m. & Feb. 12, 2 p.m. $8–15. www. townandgownplayers.org
Friday 10 ART: Opening Reception (White Tiger Gourmet) New paintings, drawings and block prints by Cooper Holmes. 6–9 p.m. FREE! coop.holmes@gmail.com ART: Opening Reception (Flicker Theatre & Bar) See a new collection of paintings by Hana Hay. 6 p.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreandbar.com
ART: Opening Reception (UNG Oconee Campus) “Reciprocal III: OCAF Members at UNG” features members of the Oconee Cultural Arts Foundation. 5–6 p.m. FREE! www. ung.edu/art-galleries ART: 90 Carlton: Winter (Georgia Museum of Art) View the museum’s current exhibitions, enjoy light refreshments by Epting Events, participate in gallery activities and win door prizes. 5:30–8:30 p.m. FREE! (members), $5. www.georgiamuseum.org CLASSES: Full Moon Friday Kirtan and Asana (Healing Arts Centre) Explore self-transformation through mantra and asana. The practice uses gentle yoga movements with soft chanting. 5:30 p.m. $20. www.healingartscentre.com 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 FILM: A Decade On (Ciné Barcafé) The documentary follows Brian Morrison’s return to the Western STates 100 Mile race. A Q&A with Brian Morrison and filmmaker Ethan Newberry will follow the screening. 7 p.m. $15. dustin.shinholser@ fleetfeet.com
them a home. Fantastical costumes are encourages. 6–8 p.m. $2–3. athensclarkecounty.com/leisure KIDSTUFF: 3D Printing (Oconee County Library) Sign up to use the 3D printer to print your own design. Feb. 10, 14 & 16, 2–5 p.m. & Feb. 13, 10 a.m.–1 p.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/oconee LECTURES & LIT: George S. Parthemos Lecture (Miller Learning Center) (Room 214) Dr. Lee Epstein, professor at Washington University in St. Louis, presents “Why We Should Study the Behavior of Judges.” 10:30 a.m. FREE! shon822@uga.edu LECTURES & LIT: Building Advice Roundtable (Hip Vintage and Handmade) John Lawson offers a Q&A for advice and problem solving. 7 p.m. FREE! www.hipvintagehandmade.com LECTURES & LIT: Meet the Author (Avid Bookshop) (Prince Ave.) Meet local author Al Dixon for his animated text novel The Real Pleasure in Life. 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.avidbookshop.com PERFORMANCE: Don Giovanni (UGA Fine Arts Building) UGA’s Opera Theatre presents Mozart’s opera for its spring production. See Calendar Pick on p. 20. Feb. 10–11, 8 p.m. Feb. 12, 3 p.m. $6 (w/ UGA ID), $20. pac.uga.edu
ing for full description Feb. 9–11, 7:30 p.m. Feb. 12, 3 p.m. $13–18. artsoglethorpe.com THEATER: Stage Kiss (Town and Gown Players) See Thursday listing for full description Feb. 9–11, 8 p.m. & Feb. 12, 2 p.m. $8–15. www. townandgownplayers.org
Saturday 11 ART: Coloring Club (Oconee County Library) Spend the morning relaxing with the therapeutic practice of coloring. 10 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/oconee ART: Opening Reception (Athens Institute for Contemporary Art: ATHICA) Curated by Mike CalwayFagen, “I Swear I Saw This: The Line As Witness” features artwork by George Belcher, Courtney McClellan, Jacob Sunderlin, Jon Swindler and Christina Tsui. Tonight includes a poetry reading by Sunderlin. 6–9 p.m. FREE! www.athica.org CLASSES: Warrior Woman SelfDefense Seminar (SBG Athens, 240 Collins Industrial Blvd., Suite G) Registration recommended. 1–3 p.m. FREE! 706-850-8444 CLASSES: Orchid Madness: Orchid Repotting Workshop (State Botanical Garden of Georgia) The Northeast Georgia Orchid
The Georgia Museum of Art will celebrate new exhibitions in 90 Carlton: Winter on Friday, Feb. 10 from 5:30– 8:30 p.m. Pictured above is “Purple Delight” by Amalia Amaki, on view in “Expanding Tradition: Selections from the Larry D. and Brenda A. Thompson Collection.” KIDSTUFF: Home School Science (Sandy Creek Nature Center) Participants will begin class by performing experiments in “Boom, Fizzle, Spark!” Ages 4–12. 10 a.m. $4–6. www.athensclarkecounty.com/ leisure KIDSTUFF: Pre-School Cooking Class (Rocksprings Community Center) Parent and child can learn about cooking safety and make their own pot pie. Ages 2–6. 10–11:30 a.m. $4–6. www.athensclarkecounty. com/leisure KIDSTUFF: Spanish Storytime (Oconee County Library) Listen and practice Spanish songs and stories. Participants do not need to speak Spanish. 4 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee KIDSTUFF: Forest Fantasy (Sandy Creek Nature Center) Participants will take a moonlit walk to search for fairies and gnomes then help build
PERFORMANCE: An Evening with Coleman Barks and Neal Fountain (Madison Morgan Cultural Center) World-renowned poet and translator Coleman Barks will read to the accompaniment of Neal Fountain’s guitar. 7 p.m. $5–10. www.mmcc-arts.org SPORTS: Pickled Peach Pickleball Tournament (The Classic Center) Pickleball is a combination sport of ping-pong, tennis and badminton played on a miniature tennis court with an oversized paddle and a ball similar to a whiffle ball. Over 180 players are registered to compete. Feb. 10, 3–9 p.m. (Men and Women’s Singles). Feb. 11, 9 a.m.–9 p.m. (Men and Women’s Doubles). Feb. 12, 9 a.m.–5:30 p.m. (Mixed Doubles). FREE! www.classiccenter.com THEATER: The Hallelujah Girls (Arts!Oglethorpe) See Thursday list-
Society leads a hands-on workshop. Bring up to two plants and containers to work on repotting. 10 a.m. $15. www.botgarden.uga.edu EVENTS: Really Really Free Market (Reese & Pope Park) Bring what you can; take what you need. No bartering, trading or paying. Second Saturday of every month. 12–2 p.m. FREE! reallyreallyfreemarketathens@gmail.com EVENTS: Polar Bear Plunge (Sandy Creek Park) Brave souls will jump in the water at Lake Chapman. Proceeds will benefit a REACH scholarship and the Young Urban Farmer program. 11 a.m.–1 p.m. $2 and donations. www. athensgarotaryclub.org EVENTS: Valentine’s Day Celebration (Southern Brewing Company) Dress in your best if you want to go glam! The Your Pie food truck will be on site with snacks. 2:30 p.m. $20. www.sobrewco.com
EVENTS: Zumbathon (Athens YWCO) Athens area Zumba instructors will teach a two-hour class. Proceeds support Project Safe through Team 10 (Chris Shupe and Becky Galvin) from Dancing with the Athens Stars. 2 p.m. $5 minimum donation. project-safe.org EVENTS: SCAVMA Auction (UGA Veterinary Education Center) The UGA College of Veterinary Medicine’s Student Chapter of the American Veterinary Medical Association is hosting a dinner, live and silent auction, entertainment and other activities. 6 p.m. $25–35. www.vet.uga.edu EVENTS: Weekend of Love (Terrapin Beer Co.) The afternoon includes a special love potion cask and chocolate tasting. 1–7:30 p.m. www.terrapinbeer.com EVENTS: Big Hearts (The Classic Center) Over 60 contestants will show off their talents and abilities in a fun-filled event where they are celebrated not for who they aren’t but for why they are. Followed by a banquet. Proceeds benefit Extra Special People, an organization that strives to empower children living with developmental disabilities. 2 p.m. $15. www.extraspecialpeople.com EVENTS: Terrapin Beer Dinner (The Rialto Room) Hotel Indigo, Terrapin, Condor Chocolates and Jittery Joe’s combine forces for a special dinner. 6 p.m. $60. laceygreen@indigoathens.com FILM: Rosenwald (ACC Library) Aviva Kempner’s Rosenwald is the story of Julius Rosenwald, who never finished high school but rose to become president of Sears. 1 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/athens KIDSTUFF: Princess Tea Party (Memorial Park) Dress to impress in royal attire for light refreshments, crafts and games. For ages 2–12. 10 a.m.–12 p.m. $10–15. www.athensclarkecounty.com/leisure KIDSTUFF: Saturday Morning Club (UGA New Dance Theatre) See a show by the UGA Core Concert Dance Company. Performances are designed especially for children ages 4–12 and their guardians. 10 a.m. & 11:30 a.m. FREE! www.pac. uga.edu KIDSTUFF: Special Story Time (Avid Bookshop, Five Points) Author Susan Stockdale reads from her new picture book, Fantastic Flowers. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.avidbookshop.com KIDSTUFF: “I Love My Imaginary Friend” (ACC Library) Participants and their invisible pals can share stories, sing songs and make crafts. Ages 3–7. 11 a.m. FREE! athenslibrary.org/athens KIDSTUFF: Candyland for Kids (Elbert Theatre, Elberton) Play a live version of the classic board game with live Canyland characters. Proceeds benefit the Elbert Theatre Foundation. 2 p.m. $20. 706-2831049 KIDSTUFF: Anti-Valentine’s Day Party (Madison County Library, Danielsville) Enjoy snacks, crafts and games without any gross love stuff. Ages 12 and up. 2 p.m FREE! athenslibrary.org/madison KIDSTUFF: Critter Tales (Sandy Creek Nature Center) Families are invited to listen to a story about nature. Staff will then bring it to life by visiting a critter or going outdoors for an activity. 2:30–3 p.m. FREE! 706-613-3615 KIDSTUFF: Family Day: Abstract Valentines (Georgia Museum of Art) Participants will make splatterpaint valentines inspired by the exhibition “Advanced and Irascible: Abstract Expressionism from the Collection of Jeanne and Carroll k continued on next page
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EVENTS: Handmade Lovers Valentine’s Market (Athens Cotton Press) This Valentine’s Day mini-market features over 40 vendors selling everything from body products, jewelry, candies, vintage clothing, pillows, goods for the home and more. The afternoon includes a photobooth and snacks from food trucks. 11 a.m.–6 p.m. www.indiesouthfair.com EVENTS: African American Read-In (Greater Bethel A.M.E. Church, 140 Rose St.) This event spotlights local and national AfricanAmerican writers. 3 p.m. FREE! 706-548-0853
(UGA Fine Arts Building) See Friday listing for full description Feb. 10–11, 8 p.m. Feb. 12, 3 p.m. $6 (w/ UGA ID), $20. pac.uga.edu SPORTS: Pickled Peach Pickleball Tournament (The Classic Center) See Friday listing for full description Feb. 10, 3–9 p.m. (Men and Women’s Singles). Feb. 11, 9 a.m.–9 p.m. (Men and Women’s Doubles). Feb. 12, 9 a.m.–5:30 p.m. (Mixed Doubles). FREE! www.classiccenter.com THEATER: Stage Kiss (Town and Gown Players) See Thursday listing for full description Feb. 9–11, 8 p.m. & Feb. 12, 2 p.m. $8–15. www. townandgownplayers.org THEATER: The Hallelujah Girls (Arts!Oglethorpe) See Thursday list-
trivia contests with house cash prizes every Monday night. 8 p.m. FREE! www.grindhouseburgers.com 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 KIDSTUFF: Valentine Cookies and Card Fun (East Athens Community Center) Ages 5–18 can eat cookies and make cards. 5–7:30 p.m. $1–1.50. athensclarkecounty.com/ leisure 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
and Arts as well as UGA’s Signature Lecture Series. 4 p.m. FREE! willson. uga.edu PERFORMANCE: UGA Wind Symphony and Symphonic Band (Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall) The ensembles present a combined performance. 8 p.m. FREE! music. uga.edu
Tuesday 14 ART: Empty Bowls Painting (Georgia Museum of Art) Join the Food Bank of Northeast Georgia in creating custom bowls for the charity’s annual Empty Bowls Luncheon. 10 a.m.–3 p.m. $7. www.georgiamuseum.org
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Berry.” 10 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! georgiamuseum.org LECTURES & LIT: Meet the Author (Avid Bookshop, 1662 S. Lumpkin St.) Meet Joseph Kovarik in celebration of his book Vanishing Landmarks of Georgia: Gristmills & Covered Bridges. 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.avidbookshop.com OUTDOORS: Full Moon Hike (State Botanical Garden of Georgia) See the Garden come alive at night. Each hike will focus on a different topic such as the moon, constellations or nocturnal creatures. Be prepared for a two-mile walk through wooded trails. 7 p.m. $5. www.botgarden. uga.edu PERFORMANCE: International Championship of Collegiate A Cappella: South Quarter-final (Morton Theatre) The south quarterfinal features a cappella groups from around the southeast. 7 p.m. $20. mortontheatre.com PERFORMANCE: Don Giovanni (UGA Fine Arts Building) See Friday listing for full description Feb. 10–11, 8 p.m. Feb. 12, 3 p.m. $6 (w/ UGA ID), $20. pac.uga.edu SPORTS: Pickled Peach Pickleball Tournament (The Classic Center) See Friday listing for full description Feb. 10, 3–9 p.m. (Men and Women’s Singles). Feb. 11, 9 a.m.–9 p.m. (Men and Women’s Doubles). Feb. 12, 9 a.m.–5:30 p.m. (Mixed Doubles). FREE! www.classiccenter.com SPORTS: Table Tennis Matches and Training (East Athens Community Center) Beginner to advanced skills welcome. 1–4 p.m. FREE! www.ttathensga.com THEATER: The Hallelujah Girls (Arts!Oglethorpe) See Thursday listing for full description Feb. 9–11, 7:30 p.m. Feb. 12, 3 p.m. $13–18. artsoglethorpe.com THEATER: Stage Kiss (Town and Gown Players) See Thursday listing for full description Feb. 9–11, 8 p.m. & Feb. 12, 2 p.m. $8–15. www. townandgownplayers.org
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John McCutcheon plays the State Botanical Garden of Georgia on Wednesday, Feb. 8. FILM: Black History Month Film Festival (Morton Theatre) Two films and two short cartoons will be shown, followed by a Q&A with professors of film and African American studies. Films include Date with Duke, International Sweethearts of Rhythm: America’s Hottest All Girl Band,” John Henry and The Bronze Buckaroo. 3–6:30 p.m. Donations appreciated. mortontheatre.com GAMES: Lord of the Rings Fantasy Fan Track (The Rook and Pawn) Meet fans of Tolkien and the fantasy genre. Games include War of the Ring, Battle of the Five Armies, Lords of Waterdeep and more. 12:30–3:30 p.m. www.therookandpawn.com KIDSTUFF: Valentine’s Day Card Printing (Treehouse Kid and Craft) Hope Hilton and Kristen Bach lead a workshop in making cards. 1–3 p.m. www.treehousekidandcraft.com LECTURES & LIT: Author Viet Thanh Nguyen (Avid Bookshop) (Prince Ave.) Viet Thanh Nguyen celebrates his new short story collection, The Refugees. 6 p.m. FREE! www.avidbookshop.com MEETINGS: Soliday Sunday (ACC Library) Join Josh Lash from the Georgia Conflict Center as he introduces practices for being a supportive presence for people under duress. Sponsored by 100+ Days of Action. 3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/athens PERFORMANCE: Don Giovanni
ing for full description Feb. 9–11, 7:30 p.m. Feb. 12, 3 p.m. $13–18. artsoglethorpe.com
Monday 13 ART: Opening Reception (The World Famous) “A Moment in Time” features wildlife illustrations by watercolor painter Elizabeth Boudreau. 4–7 p.m. FREE! www. facebook.com/theworldfamousathens CLASSES: Jam Jar DIY Candles (Oconee County Library) Learn how to make your own candles. Supplies provided. Registration required. 7 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/ oconee EVENTS: Galentine’s Day (Hendershot’s Coffee Bar) Celebrate your lady friends. A supply drive will take place for Project Safe. 7 p.m. www.hendershotscoffee.com FILM: Animal Voices Film Festival: The Messenger (Miller Learning Center) (Room 148) The documentary explores the struggle of songbirds worldwide to survive. 7–9 p.m. FREE! 706-224-3796 GAMES: General Knowledge Trivia (Beef ‘O’ Brady’s) Win house cash and prizes! Every Monday night. 8:30 p.m. FREE! 706-8501916 GAMES: Dirty South Trivia: Sex, Drugs and Rock and Roll (Grindhouse Killer Burgers) Team
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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: Infant Storytime (ACC Library) Designed to nurture language skills through literature-based materials and activities. Parents assist their children in movements and actions while playing. 10:30 a.m. FREE! 706-613-3650 KIDSTUFF: 3D Printing (Oconee County Library) See Friday listing for full description Feb. 10, 14 & 16, 2–5 p.m. & Feb. 13, 10 a.m.–1 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee LECTURES & LIT: Astronomy Lecture (Winterville Center for Community and Culture) A presentation by Maurice Snook. 6 p.m. FREE! wintervillecenter.com LECTURES & LIT: Solar Eclipses (Winterville Center for Community and Culture) Maurice E. Snook’s talk will examine through photographs, paintings and postage stamps how eclipses changed history in the ancient world, plus a description of modern scientific studfy. 6 p.m. FREE! www.wintervillecenter.com LECTURES & LIT: Betty Jean Craige Lecture (UGA Chapel) Pulitzer Prize winner Viet Thanh Nguyen speaks on “Nothing Ever Dies: Ethical Memory and Radical Writing in The Sympathizer.” Part of the Global Georgia Initiative of the Willson Center for Humanities
ART: Athens Fibercraft Guild (Lyndon House Arts Center) The Guild welcomes all amateur and professional fiber artists including knitters, crocheters, weavers, spinners, fabric designers, basket makers, quilters and embroiderers. Today, members will visit the UGA Collections Library to see Japanese textiles. Meet in the parking lot to carpool. 12:30 p.m. FREE! 706-543-4319 ART: Paint a Bowl for the Food Bank (Georgia Museum of Art) Paint a bowl to be used at the Food Bank of Northeast Georgia’s 19th annual Empty Bowl Luncheon (held Mar. 1 at the Classic Center). All materials provided. 3 p.m. $7. www. georgiamuseum.org CLASSES: Valentine’s Day Pop-Up Dinner (Farmview Market, 2610 Eatonton Hwy., Madison) The pop-up dinner includes a five-course menu and live music by Tre Powell. A class on flower arrangements will precede dinner. Each couple will create a bouquet to take home. 5:30 p.m. (class), $6–8 p.m. (dinner). www.farmviewmarket.com EVENTS: Valentine’s Dinner in the Conservatory (State Botanical Garden of Georgia) Spend the evening in the conservatory surrounded by orchids and other tropical plants. Dinner includes a champagne toast, buffet-style meal, live music, wine and dessert. Couples will receive an orchid plant to take home. 6:30–8:30 p.m. $75. www.botgarden.uga.edu
GAMES: Dirty South Trivia (Taqueria Tsunami) (Downtown) Surf the trivia wave every Tuesday. 8 p.m. FREE! www.dirtysouthtrivia.com GAMES: Trivia (Hi-Lo Lounge) See Tuesday listing for full description 8:30 p.m. FREE! 706-850-8561 GAMES: Trivia at the Rail (The Rail Athens) Trivia hosted by Nic. 10:30 p.m. FREE! 706-354-7289 GAMES: Johnny’s Trivia (Johnny’s New York Style Pizza) See Tuesday listing for full description 8 p.m. FREE! 706-354-1515 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: 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 KIDSTUFF: Preschool Storytime (ACC Library) Ages 2–5. 9:30 & 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary. org/athens KIDSTUFF: Anti-Valentine’s Day Celebration (ACC Library) No valentine? No problem. Listen to non-love songs and eat broken heart cookies. 4:30 p.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/athens KIDSTUFF: 3D Printing (Oconee County Library) See Friday listing for full description Feb. 10, 14 & 16, 2–5 p.m. & Feb. 13, 10 a.m.–1 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee LECTURES & LIT: Viet Thanh Nguyen (UGA Dean Rusk Hall) (Larry Walker Room) “Vietnam/War/ Memory/Justice: A Conversation with Viet Thanh Nguyen” presents the Pulitzer Prize winner of The Sympathizer.” 4 p.m. FREE! www. law.uga.edu/events/47633 PERFORMANCE: Reneé Fleming (Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall) The acclaimed opera singer will give a Valentine’s Day concert with songs by Brahms, Harold Arlen and Rodgers and Hammerstein. 8 p.m. $62–112. pac.uga.edu
Wednesday 15 ART: Opening Reception (Creature Comforts Brewery) “Love on the Side” is an extension of KA Artist Shop’s annual “Love in all its Many Forms” exhibition. Proceeds from sales will benefit CCBC’s Get Comfortable charity fund. 5–8 p.m. www.creaturecomfortsbeer.com ART: Tour at Two (Georgia Museum of Art) Shawnya Harris will lead a tour of the exhibition “Expanding Tradition: Selections from the Larry D. and Brenda A. Thompson Collection.” 2 p.m. FREE! www. georgiamuseum.org CLASSES: Podcasting for Beginners (ACC Library) Learn how to record and edit basic sound files with the freeware sound-editing program Audacity. Registration required. 7 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org FILM: Cinema Politique (Miller Learning Center) Discuss political developments prompted by documentary and movie screenings. 7 p.m. FREE! mlmiller@uga.edu GAMES: Trivia (Copper Creek Brewing Company) See Wednesday listing for full description 9 p.m. FREE! 706-546-1102 GAMES: Full Contact Trivia (Blind Pig Tavern) (2440 W. Broad St.) Play
to win. 8 p.m. FREE! www.fullcontacttrivia.wordpress.com GAMES: Trivia (Willy’s Mexicana Grill) Every Wednesday. 7:30 p.m. FREE! 706-548-1920 GAMES: Dirty South Trivia (Mellow Mushroom) See Wednesday listing for full description 8 p.m. FREE! 706-613-0892 GAMES: Trivia (Your Pie) (Eastside) Every Wednesday. 7–9 p.m. FREE! www.yourpie.com GAMES: Bingo (Highwire Lounge) See Wednesday listing for full description 8 p.m. FREE! www.highwirelounge.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 KIDSTUFF: Teen Circle: Think Positive (ACC Library) Talk about what makes you unique. 4:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/athens KIDSTUFF: Anti-Valentine’s Day Dance (Oconee County Library) Love stinks! Un-celebrate the holiday during a dance party. Grades 6–12. 7–8:30 p.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/oconee KIDSTUFF: Bedtime Stories (ACC Library) Children of all ages are invited for bedtime stories every Wednesday. 7 p.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/athens KIDSTUFF: PRISM (Oconee County Library) PRISM is a safe space for all teens who share a common vision of equality. Grades 6–12. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee LECTURES & LIT: Talking About Books: Adult Book Discussion Group (ACC Library) This month’s title is Day After Night by Anita Diamant. Newcomers welcome. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary. org LECTURES & LIT: The Innocents: “Collaboration and Community: Cultivating a Performative Voice” (The Dancz Center for New Music) Professor Allen Otte and Dr. John Lane discuss how their work as musicians includes cultural and social issues. 7 p.m. FREE! music. uga.edu/innocents LECTURES & LIT: The Innocents: “Ideas for Creative Exploration” (Lamar Dodd School of Art) (Room S160) Professor Allen Otte and Dr. John Lane will discuss their performance project which examines wrongful conviction in the American penal system. 12 p.m. FREE! music.uga.edu/innocents 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: University Band & Concert Band Performance (Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall) The two ensembles perform in a joint concert. 8 p.m. FREE! music.uga.edu
LIVE MUSIC Tuesday 7 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.
Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 6 p.m. FREE! www.hendershotscoffee. com PIANO HAPPY HOUR Jason Fuller, Bart King and Kate Morrissey play piano songs in the round. 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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Flicker Theatre & Bar 9 p.m. www.flickertheatreandbar.com KITH & KIN Newly formed Athensbased folk-rock band. 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 some surprise guests play swingin’ tunes from the ‘10s, ‘20s and ‘30s. Nowhere Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-4742 ALEX CULBRETH Edgy alt-country singer-songwriter from Virginia. 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. State Botanical Garden of Georgia 7 p.m. $20. www.athensfolk.org JOHN McCUTCHEON Legendary, deep-rooted folk singer-songwriter, storyteller and Georgia resident.
Thursday 9 Blue Sky 10 p.m. FREE! 706-850-3153 WARM GLOW BLUE SKY SHOW JJC plays disco, funk, soul & cetera. Every Thursday! Caledonia Lounge 9:30 p.m. $5 (21+), $7 (18-20). www. caledonialounge.com FORBIDDEN WAVES Surfy local garage-rock combo. Album release show! k continued on next page
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THE CALENDAR! THE PLAGUE Original, ballsy rock harkening back to The Stooges, Sonic Youth and The MC5. THE VG MINUS ‘70s-styled powerpop/punk band from Athens. Flicker Theatre & Bar 6 p.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreandbar. com FLICKER PICKERS Local “folkgrass” collective Pickled Holler hosts an open pickin’ session. 10 p.m. www.flickertheatreandbar.com BLUE BODIES New local punk band. THE CURL-UP Spacey, melodic pop project from Gainesville, FL. KADE KAHL Athens-based indie singer-songwriter. ANDY SHEPARD Roadkill Ghost Choir’s frontman performs a solo set. The Foundry 7:30 p.m. $8 (adv.), $12 (door). www. thefoundryathens.com ATHENS A-TRAIN BAND Performing a special Valentine’s Day set of “sweetheart jazz.”
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games while Noah McCarthy plays the games onstage. This show features Castlevania, Batman and more new game. Flicker Theatre & Bar 9 p.m. $10. www.flickertheatreandbar. com PAT REEDY & THE LONGTIME GONERS Traditional country and honky-tonk group from Nashville. LITTLE COUNTRY GIANTS Oldtime folk, country and blues from Rome, GA. 40 Watt Club 8 p.m. $15. www.40watt.com HISS GOLDEN MESSENGER North Carolina’s M.C. Taylor plays laidback folk-rock with hints of Wilco and the Grateful Dead. See Calendar Pick on p. 20.
Nowhere Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-4742 VIBE & DIRECT Three-piece jam band out of Cleveland, OH that presents an aurally and visually immersive experience. The Office Lounge 6 p.m. 706-546-0840 REV. CONNER MACK TRIBBLE Tribble is a Georgia rock and roll fixture. Every Friday! 8:30 p.m. 706-546-0840 THE BREEZE KINGS Blues group based in Atlanta. Saucehouse Barbeque 7 p.m. FREE! www.saucehousebbq.com HUNTER GRAYSON Playing classic country music. Terrapin Beer Co. 4:30 p.m. www.terrapinbeer.com DJ OSMOSE Spinning “all vinyl roots, dub, rocksteady, lovers rock
KEEPS Unhurried psychadelic indie rock. The Foundry Habitat for Humanity Benefit. 7 p.m. $25 (adv.), $30 (door). www.thefoundryathens.com RANDALL BRAMBLETT BAND This established Georgia singersongwriter’s Southern-tinged music pulls from a variety of influences. DAVE MARR The former Star Room Boys singer plays a set of his solo material in his deep country twang. PACKWAY HANDLE BAND Packway’s approach to bluegrass provides sly, hearty original songs and renditions of classic tunes. Hendershot’s Coffee Bar Camp Magik Benefit. 8 p.m. www. hendershotscoffee.com TEARS IN HEAVEN Local musicians pay tribute to Eric Clapton at
Georgia Theatre 7 p.m. $15. www.georgiatheatre.com ZOSO One of the longest-tenured Led Zeppelin tribute bands. MAGIC CITY HIPPIES Miami-based indie funk band. Go Bar 10 p.m. FREE! 706-546-5609 KARAOKE Hosted by John “Dr. Fred” Bowers and featuring a large assortment of pop, rock, indie and more.
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Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 8 p.m. FREE! www.hendershotscoffee. com TYRONE JACKSON TRIO Local jazz trio featuring Tyrone Jackson, Joel Powell and Chris Burroughs. 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! Hotel Indigo 5 p.m. FREE! www.indigoathens.com JULIE HOLMES Local singer-songwriter/multi-instrumentalist who specializes in acoustic jams. No. 3 Railroad Street 6 p.m. www.3railroad.org THE DIXIELAND 5 Local trad-jazz/ Dixieland band that features a front line of trumpet, clarinet and trombone and a rhythm section of piano and tenor banjo. Nowhere Bar 8 p.m. $3. 706-546-4742 THE BIG SMOOTH Bluesy tunes with soulful vocals courtesy of Tre Powell and company. 10 p.m. 706-546-4742 ROBBIE DUDE Local DJ spinning “futuristic, hip hop, electro-soul, funky freshness, wine sippin’, bumpin’, grindin’ bass music.” The Office Lounge 8:30 p.m. 706-546-0840 REV. TRIBBLE AND THE DANCING MAGNOLIAS Local group led by Rev. Conner Mack Tribble.
Anders Osborne plays the Georgia Theatre on Tuesday, Feb. 14. THE DEAD TONGUES Jammy, indie bluegrass group led by frontman Ryan Gustafson. The Foundry 8 p.m. $8 (adv.), $10 (door). www. thefoundryathens.com BOBBY COMPTON BAND The first Redneck Idol, Bobby Compton sings hard-rockin’ country. CRESTON MAXEY BAND Group from Winder playing a mix of country and Southern rock. Georgia Theatre 8 p.m. $20 (adv.), $25 (door). www. georgiatheatre.com PERPETUAL GROOVE This group has been stirring crowds into a frenzy around the Southeast with its exciting jams and spirited cover tunes. FUNK YOU Augusta band playing funky, high energy, get-your-dancing-shoes-on jams.
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Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 8 p.m. $5. www.hendershotscoffee.com GYPSY WILDCATS Local group laying classic Django Reinhardt gypsy swing tunes, as well as Americana and old vaudeville standards.
Caledonia Lounge 9:30 p.m. $10 (21+), $12 (18-20). www.caledonialounge.com BIT BRIGADE Local supergroup plays the soundtrack to vintage video
Highwire Lounge 8 p.m. FREE! www.highwirelounge.com LIVE MUSIC Rotating local jazz and bluegrass bands play every Friday and Saturday night.
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Saturday 11 Caledonia Lounge 9 p.m. $5 (21+), $7 (18-20). www. caledonialounge.com JET ENGINE DRAGONS Local band playing a blend of shoegaze, progressive rock and technical metal. ICARUS SYNDROME Heavy, Atlantabased thrash-metal band. OBSOLESCENCE Extreme metal outfit from Atlanta. OVERWHELMED Black metal and doom metal group from Atlanta. Cali ‘N’ Tito’s Eastside 7 p.m. 706-355-7087 PIPO LOAYZA Peruvian-born, Atlanta-based singer and entertainer. Flicker Theatre & Bar 9 p.m. www.flickertheatreandbar.com KWAZYMOTO Noisy local punk- and and folk-influenced rock trio. HECKLEHAMMER New local stoner/ doom-metal outfit. TWEN Nashville-based psych and shoegaze band. A VERY LOUD DEATH Three-piece rock group from Atlanta. 40 Watt Club 8 p.m. $15. www.40watt.com COIN Nashville-based, synth-heavy indie pop group.
this benefit for Camp Magik. See Calendar Pick on p. 20. Highwire Lounge 8 p.m. FREE! www.highwirelounge.com LIVE MUSIC See Friday’s listing for full description 11 p.m. $1 (headphone). www.highwirelounge.com SILENT DISCO See Thursday’s listing for full description Little Kings Shuffle Club 9 p.m. www.girlsrockathensga.org BOYS WHO ROCK FOR GIRLS The first of two nights to benefit Girls Rock Athens, featuring Nightmare Coast, The Salt Flats, Team Building Exercise, Los Cantares, NSM, Tight Blacks, Fiona No Piana and Bryan Poole. Nowhere Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-4742 MISTER F Eclectic, genre-bending jam band. EARPHORIK Proggy funk-rock band from Indiana. The Office Lounge 9 p.m. 706-546-0840 SCARLET STITCH Straight-up rock and roll band from Athens. The World Famous 10 a.m. www.facebook.com/theworldfamousathens KITH & KIN Newly formed Athensbased folk-rock band.
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The Foundry 8 p.m. $20. www.thefoundryathens. com ARTIE BALL SWING BAND Swing, blues, boogie and dixieland with all the camp and candor of the glory days of the ‘30s and ‘40s.
Cali ‘N’ Tito’s Eastside 7 p.m. FREE! 706-355-7087 THE LUCKY JONES Rockin’ rhythm and blues from this local band. The Foundry 7 p.m. $16 (adv.), $20 (door). www. thefoundryathens.com ANDY MCKEE Versatile, virtuosic acoustic guitarist and YouTube sensation. SETH WINTERS Mainstream singersongwriter with a guitar-driven sound. Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 8 p.m. www.hendershotscoffee.com CRYSTAL BRIGHT AND THE SILVER HANDS Spooky accordian cabaret performed by Crystal Bright and her band. OH, JEREMIAH Local alt-country band inspired by songwriters like Josh Ritter and Ryan Adams. Hi-Lo Lounge 7 p.m. www.girlsrockathensga.org BOYS WHO ROCK FOR GIRLS The second of two nights to benefit Girls Rock Athens, featuring musical performances from Jef Whatley, AJ Griffin, Clay Leverett, Chartreuse, Todd McBride, Marathon States, Dave Marr, Don Chambers, Gift Economy and Five Eight. 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 and featuring different special guests each week.
Monday 13 40 Watt Club 7 p.m. $15 (adv.), $17 (door). www.40watt.com JOYCE MANOR Buzzworthy poppunk band out of Torrance, CA. See story on p. 14. AJJ The Arizona band formerly known as Andrew Jackson Jihad plays energetic folk-punk. MANNEQUIN PUSSY Garage-punk band. The Foundry 8 p.m. FREE! www.thefoundryathens. com SWEETHEART DUETS HOOT This month will highlight musical couples, featuring Jessica and Matthew Williams, Marie Davon and Andrew Heaton, Julia McDermott and Carl Rapp, Vicki and Rob McMaken, Jean Moon and Pat Harrell, Denise and Dave D’Angelo, Connie Muscenti and Colin Ramirez and Soleil Ouimet and Bernard Cook. Susan Staley opens with her sweetheart and hosts the show. See Calendar Pick on p. 20. Nowhere Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-4742 MUSCLE SHOALS MONDAY Local artists pay tribute to the Alabama hotspot.
Georgia Theatre 7 p.m. $15 (adv.), $20 (door). www. georgiatheatre.com ANDERS OSBORNE Singersongwriter playing rock with hints of R&B. THE GHOST OF PAUL REVERE Popular neo-folk quartet. Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 6 p.m. FREE! hendershotscoffee.com PIANO HAPPY HOUR Jason Fuller, Bart King and Kate Morrissey play piano songs in the round. 8 p.m. $5. www.hendershotscoffee.com COOL KNIGHTZ Local five-piece band playing AM Gold hits. Nowhere Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-4742 DJ WHOM Local DJ playing a mix of hip hop, ‘90s and 2000s music.
Wednesday 15 Boar’s Head Lounge 10 p.m. FREE! 706-369-3040 LEAVING COUNTRIES OPEN MIC JAM See Wednesday’s listing for full description The Foundry 7 p.m. $5 (adv.), $7 (door). www.thefoundryathens.com NORMA RAE This local four-piece plays soulful, distinctively Southern Americana. CHARLOTTE BERG BAND Nashville-based indie-pop group. KEVIN WHITFIELD Alternative country artist from Jefferson. Georgia Theatre 8 p.m. $30. www.georgiatheatre.com JAMEY JOHNSON Alabama-based country singer-songwriter. BJ BARHAM Folk singer-songwriter and member of American Aquarium. 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. Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 8 p.m. FREE! hendershotscoffee.com DUO ELEVATION Chris Burroughs and David Ellington blend unique percussion and keyboard work. Nowhere Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-4742 MAMMOTHS Based out of Austin, TX, this foursome blends blues, rock and psychedelia. 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.
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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. AthFest Educates awards up to $25,000 per grant cycle. 706-5481973, director@athfesteducates.org, athfesteducates.org 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 “Out There! Photographs in the Spirit of Jeremy Ayers” (Athens Institute for Contemporary Art: ATHICA) Photographers are invited to submit three works for consideration of this exhibition, which seeks to represent the spirit of Jeremy Ayers, artist of photographic books Aeronautica, Today in New York and Occupy. Color and black-and-white photos accepted. All levels of experience and geographic locations welcome. Submit images online. Deadline Mar. 1. Exhibition runs Mar. 18–Apr. 22. $15 entry fee. tinyurl.com/submitoutthere, www.athica.org
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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 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 A Midsummer Night’s Dream (Athens Little Playhouse) Check website for information and audition form. Feb. 7, 6–7:30 p.m. www. athenslittleplayhouse.net Calendar Girls (Town and Gown Players) Town and Gown Players present auditions for Calendar Girls, a play adapted from the hit movie of the same name. Auditions consist of a prepared 1–2 minute monologue and cold readings from the script. Roles require British accents. Auditions Feb. 7, 7–10 p.m. Show dates Mar. 24–Apr. 2. terrelladeville @gmail.com Disgraced (Nuçi’s Space) Town and Gown Players host a Second Stage Show for Ayad Akhtar’s Disgraced. Auditions consist of a cold reading from the script. Auditions held Feb. 8–9, 6 p.m. 404-713-4162, asiameana@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 February through April. Performances held Apr. 21–23. 706-283-1049
Classes Art Classes (Lyndon House Arts Center) Adult class registration begins Feb. 11 at 9 a.m. (ACC residents) and Feb. 13 at 12 p.m. (non-residents). Courses for adults include Painting with Charles Warnock, Metalsmithing with William Stephanos, Watercolor with Katherine Dunlap, Digital Photography with Cassie Hawkins, Enamel Jewelry, Zen Seeing Zen Drawing, Jewelry with Amanda Scheutzow, Printmaking with Amanda Burk and Handbuilt Pottery. Classes begin in March. Register online. 706-613-3623, www.athens clarkecounty.com/leisure Artist Workshops (KA Artist Shop) “Modern Calligraphy: Beginner’s Basics with Kristen Ashley” Feb. 11, 2–4 p.m. or Feb. 28, 7–9 p.m. $40. “Creative Journaling for Adults with Hope Hilton” Mar. 7 or Apr. 4, 6:30–8 p.m. $20. “All About Color: Impressionist Painting with Will Eskridge” Mar. 14, 6–8:30 p.m. $45. “Watercolor Painting for Beginners with Katherine Dunlap” Mar. 20, 27, Apr. 3 and 10, 6–8 p.m. $90. www. kaartist.com Beekeeping for Beginners (State Botanical Garden of Georgia) A seven-part series covers the fundamentals of beekeeping. Sundays through Aug. 13. $35/class, $215/ series. www.botgarden.uga.edu 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. Bring water and a mat. Thursdays, 5:30–6:30 p.m. $7.50. 706-7420823, wintervillecenter@gmail.com, www.wintervillecenter.com Hot Yoga (Fuel Hot Yoga) Classes in hot yoga are offered seven days a
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“A Moment in Time” is a collection of wildlife illustrations by local watercolor painter Elizabeth Boudreau. A reception will be held at The World Famous on Monday, Feb. 13 from 4–7 p.m., and the exhibition will remain on view through February. week. Beginners welcome. Student discounts available. 706-353-9642, www.fuelhotyoga.com Kundalini Yoga & Meditation (160 Satula Ave.) Connect to your own inner calm and strength. Beginners to advanced welcome. Thursdays, 6:30 p.m. $10. kundalini athens@gmail.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
Lunchtime Yoga (Ciné Barcafé) Annie Marcum teaches “Mindful Flow Yoga.” Mondays, 12 p.m. $5–10. BYO Mat. 706-372-1849 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
One-on-One Digital Media Center Tutorials (ACC Library) Get individual instruction for graphics, audio or video editing projects or learn to convert albums and cassettes to DVDs and CDs. Thursdays, 6 p.m. and Saturdays, 11 a.m. 706-613-3650 One-on-One Genealogy Assistance (ACC Library) Library staff offer assistance to genealogists and researchers. Feb. 15, 10 a.m. Feb. 21, 2 p.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/athens 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. www.wintervillecenter.com Watercolor Class (Madison County Library, Danielsville) Local watercolor artist Eileen Hurd teaches a progressive class as part of the library’s Spring Art Series. Saturdays, Feb. 18–Mar. 4. 706795-5597 Winter Art Classes (OCAF, Watkinsville) “Beginner to Intermediate Wheel Throwing.” Feb. 9, 6–9 p.m. $140. “Metalworking with Sylvia Dawe.” Feb. 11, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. www.ocaf.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. 706548-3625, 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 Call for Volunteers (Nuçi’s Space) The Athens Human Rights Festival is looking for volunteers to help with fundraising, publicity, organizing speakers and performers, the tabloid, social media, stage building and more. The 39th annual will be held downtown on May 6–7. Meetings are held every Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. 706-202-9169, www. athenshumanrightsfest.org 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 visit their mentee for one hour per week for one year. www.clarkecounty mentorprogram.org 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 Art Classes (Lyndon House Arts Center) Registration begins Feb. 11 at 9 a.m. (ACC residents) and Feb.
13 at 12 p.m. (non-residents). Art classes include Art Time (ages 4–6), Homeschool Artists (ages 6–11), Stop-Motion Animation (ages 11–15), Wild Intelligence Art Camp (ages 8–12), and Drawing in Pencil, Pen and Ink (ages 7–11). 706-6133623, www.athensclarkecounty.com/ lyndonhouse World of Wonder Park (Southeast Clarke Park) The new playground includes ten slides (including the three-story Slide Tower), a Biba Activated Playground, climbing rock wall 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
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 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 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 New Mamas’ Group (reBlossom Mama Baby Shop) Meet other parents with babies. Tuesdays, 10 a.m. www.reblossomathens.com
On The Street AARP Foundation Tax-Aide AARP Foundation Tax-Aide volunteers offer tax assistance Mondays, 1–5 p.m. (Oconee County Library); Wednesdays, 12:30–5 p.m. and Fridays, 9–1 p.m. (Athens-Clarke County Library) ; Tuesdays 9–1 p.m. and Saturdays, 9–1 p.m. (Kroger on Epps Bridge). aarp.org/taxaide Athens Business Rocks Sign Up (Athens, GA) Register your business to participate in the annual Athens Business Rocks competition. Bands can cover up to three songs. Proceeds benefit Nuci’s Space. Registration ends Feb. 28. Event held May 13. www.athensbusiness rocks.com 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 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
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. 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. • “Transitions: Vessels for Sam” features clay sculptures by Alice Woodruff, who views the exhibition as a journey towards reconciliation with life following her son’s suicide. Opening reception Feb. 12. Through Apr. 21. ATHENS INSTITUTE FOR CONTEMPORARY ART (ATHICA) (160 Tracy St.) Curated by Mike Calway-Fagen, “I Swear I Saw This: The Line As Witness” features artwork by George Belcher, Courtney McClellan, Jon Swindler and Christina Tsui. Opening reception Feb. 11. Through Mar. 5. 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. • “Love on the Side” is an extension of KA Artist Shop’s annual “Love in all its Many Forms” exhibition. Opening reception Feb. 15. Through Feb. 25. EARTH FARE (1689 S. Lumpkin St.) Artwork by Kris Harris. Through February. 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. 10. 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. 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. HIP VINTAGE & HANDMADE (215 Commerce Blvd.) Athens musician and folk surrealist painter Gerald Turner shares an exhibition of paintings influenced by stories and dreamscapes. Through February. JUST PHO…AND MORE (1063 Baxter St.) Drawings and paintings by Mikaila Guerra. Through Feb. 13. K.A. ARTIST SHOP (127 N. Jackson St.) “Love in all its Many Forms” is a group exhibition celebrating love. Reception Mar. 16. On view Feb. 14–March.
Ice Skating (The Classic Center) The Classic Center will offer ice skating in the outdoor pavilion through Feb. 16. $13. www.classic center.com Little Black Dress Initiative (Athens, GA) The Junior League of Athens invites everyone to participate in the Little Black Initiative Feb. 13–17 to help raise awareness of the importance of financial literacy in helping victims of domestic
violence escape abuse. The AthensClarke County Library will host a kickoff event Feb. 13 at 6 p.m. #LBDIAthens, nnedv.org/ej Spring Programs (Athens, GA) A diverse selection of classes, recreational activities, sports and events are offered for both children and adults. Registration begins Feb. 11 at 9 a.m. (ACC residents) and Feb. 13 at 12 p.m. (non-residents). www. athensclarkecounty.com/leisure f
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. LAST RESORT GRILL (174 W. Clayton St.) Artwork by Ainhoa Bibao Cebrero. Through February. 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. Through February. 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.” • “A Championship Tradition: The NCAA Tennis Tournament in Athens” marks the 29th time the tournament has been held in Athens since 1972. Through May. SIPS (1390 Prince Ave.) Shannon Lachot’s mixed media exhibition “Extroversion in Color” ranges from acrylic paintings to crayon drawings. Through February. 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.) New paintings, drawings and block prints by Cooper Holmes. Opening reception Feb. 10. Through February. 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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Instruction 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 to exper t. Visit www. athensschoolofmusic. com, 706-543-5800.
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Jobs Full-time Armed Service Providers needed in your area!! Te c h n i c i a n s p i c k u p / deliver customer orders a n d AT M m a c h i n e in accordance w/ a designated route. The job duties require lifting at least 50lbs., verbally communicate w/ customers and record information a c c u r a t e l y. $ 1 1 . 5 0 / h r. T h e s u c c e s s f u l applicant will possess a positive attitude, be at least 21 years of a g e , h a v e a c u r re n t driver’s license and a good driving record w/ a steady employment h i s t o r y. M u s t p a s s a comprehensive bkg. check that includes a criminal history, Dept. of Transportation physical & drug screen, have a valid weapons per mit or be able to pass state weapons licensing requirements. Apply at www.work4loomis.com. Athens, GA. F T & P T, S u m m e r & Ye a r Round. ClassicCityInstallation. com: Assistant Supervisors starting at $12/hr & Assistant Managers (management req.) starting at $18/hr. Travel nationwide this summer- all expenses covered. Contact: info@ classiccityinstallation. com. Searching for the perfect employee to work at your business? Let us help get the word out through Flagpole Classifieds. Call 706-549-0301.
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Part-time In our relaxed work environment you create your own schedule and get paid to type! CBSG is a financial transcription company seeking those w/ strong touch-typing and English grammar/ comprehension skills for our office on S. Milledge Ave. Learn about being an employee and apply at https://www.ctscribes. com. La Fiesta, 1395 College Station Rd., is looking for experienced servers & bar tenders. Please inquire at location Mon–Fri between 2–5 p.m. Check out all the latest job postings at classifieds.flagpole. com! Project Safe, a progressive nonprofit organization that p ro v i d e s s e r v i c e s t o families affected by domestic 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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I’m in Love With My Best Friend Advice for Athens’ Loose and Lovelorn By Bonita Applebum advice@flagpole.com So, I have a bit of a dilemma. This woman— we’ll call her Margaret—and I are wonderful friends. We met a couple of years back at an old job. The first couple of times we interacted one on one were actually dates, but she ended that after a couple of outings. While I was attracted to her, I understood, and there were no hard feelings. After a very brief break in communication, we started to hang out as friends. It became clear almost immediately that we were very compatible as friends. We’ve been close ever since, and I get along with her better than anyone I know. We never really talk about our initial and brief attempt at dating, other than awkward jokes and her occasionally apologizing
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Is there any reason at all for me to bring this up to her? I respect her feelings and don’t want to push her, and if she doesn’t feel the same way, I will most likely mess up one of my most cherished friendships. And while I feel—based on comments recently and in the past—that there is a chance she may share these feelings now that we’ve grown so close, I don’t even know what that would mean at this point. She lives quite far from me, and I don’t know how plausible it is that we could make anything work. I feel like I’m going to explode if I don’t tell her, but should I just keep my mouth shut? I’d really appreciate your help on this. Thanks, Resurfaced Feelings
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for the way it was handled (though she handled it perfectly fine, in my opinion). We did, however, talk about everything else, from other relationships to life goals to whatever else you could think of. While I must admit I held onto a minor crush throughout the friendship, it was nothing that I couldn’t set aside—it never really brought out any jealousy or negative emotions, and I was perfectly happy with her as a great friend. Everything was great. Earlier this year, she moved up north for school/work/family purposes. We were both bummed, but promised to keep in touch and visit. While the communication has obviously dwindled a bit over the last six months or so, we text frequently and call every so often. Last week, I had the opportunity to go to a town very close to where she had moved, and I immediately took it. Long story short, we had a wonderful time. We spent days exploring the city, eating fancy food, getting drinks and talking nonstop. It was amazing. The only problem came when it was time for me to leave: I was devastated. I realized almost immediately upon getting on the plane how much I missed her and how much I wanted her in my life. She’s essentially everything I’m looking for in a person, and it took being away from her to realize it.
Feelings, Your and Margaret’s first attempt at dating is what I’d call a “false start.” You tried during a time that wasn’t ideal, but that doesn’t mean you can’t try again. Your years of friendship have given you the opportunity to really get to know each other, and honestly, your letter reads like a script treatment for the only rom-com I’d be willing to see in a theater this summer. You are in love with her. It’s my opinion that she has strong feelings for you, but it’s gonna take asking to figure out if they’re platonic or more. My sister’s husband currently lives in Scandinavia, she’s here in Athens, and they spend their days emailing, Skyping and organizing beautiful whirlwind vacations while his immigration application is processed. Please, don’t be intimidated by the distance. My advice to you is to spill your guts to this woman. Don’t assume that you’ll lose the friendship, either—I have plenty of friendships that are the results of my own ham-fisted dating attempts. Go get your boo, then write a book about it. This is incredibly cute, and it warms my heart. 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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