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Stop Saying Trump’s ‘Not Normal’ NEWS: Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Pub Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Georgia Report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 This Modern World . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

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a news release. “A judge must be fair, impartial, above partisan politics and deeply involved with every corner of this community. My work as a public defender and as a prosecutor over the last 23 years has given me an understanding of our values as a community, and I look forward to bringing that understanding to the bench.” Lott is politically connected—she is married to former Athens state Sen. Doug Haines—and had raised nearly $30,000 as of June 30, according to a disclosure filed with the Georgia Government Transparency and Campaign Finance Commission. Contributors include a number of local lawyers and other prominent Athenians, such as former mayors Heidi Davison and Gwen O’Looney, Commissioner Allison Wright, former Commissioner Kathy Hoard and Eric Linder, rabbi of Congregation Children of Israel. Although the race is nonpartisan, it’s clear that Lott is supported by Democrats, and that whomever Deal appoints will be a Republican (otherwise, he or she wouldn’t have been appointed). It’s not easy to unseat a sitting judge, but the partisan dynamics of the Western Circuit—Democrats in Clarke County outnumber Republicans in Oconee—make it possible for Lott to win. There’s a twist here involving the House District 117 race: Quick is not running again either way, but if Deal appoints her, she will have to resign from the legislature, which would trigger a special election. That would be bad news for Democrat Deborah Jackson, who would have less time to catch up to her two Republican opponents in fundraising—as of June 30, she had raised a little under $8,000, compared to $66,000 for Houston Gaines, and former state Rep. Doug McKillip had kicked in $102,000 of his own money. Plus, Jackson would no longer benefit from the wave of Democratic voters, motivated by anger at President Trump and the GOP majority in Washington, that is expected to turn out in November 2018.

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earmarked specifically for subdivisions off Atlanta Highway, Athens-Clarke County officials found the political equivaas Commissioner Jerry NeSmith had wanted. lent of a $20 bill in the jeans they just washed, and they’re However, a $1.3 million path alongside Jefferson River using the money to restore funding for Firefly Trail without Road that the advisory committee recommended didn’t making painful cuts to any other T-SPLOST projects. make the cut, because a majority of commissioners felt it Before a work session last week to finalize a list of was too specific and should have to compete with other transportation projects commissioners want to fund with sidewalk projects. a 1 percent sales tax that will be on the November ballot, Other projects include $10 million for the North Oconee Mayor Nancy Denson announced that the commission actually had more money to work with than they previously River Greenway, $25.6 million for road repaving, $1.5 million for Ben Epps Airport, $500,000 for new bus stops, thought. On Commissioner Sharyn Dickerson’s suggestion, $940,000 to expand Athens Transit service on Highway Denson asked county finance officials to take another look 29, $6 million for bike lanes and $4 million each for the at sales-tax projects for the next five years. They found that Lexington Road, Atlanta Highway and Prince Avenue T-SPLOST could raise up to $9 million more than previcorridors. ously thought. “Not everybody’s going to get everything they like, but When the Finance Department made its initial projecfor the community as a whole, it’s important to get this tion of $104.5 million, it had only five months’ worth of T-SPLOST passed,” Commissioner Andy Herod said. data from fiscal 2017 (July–June) to work with, and those The commission was scheduled to vote on the final projwere a bad five months. There was no clear pattern of salesect list Tuesday, Aug. 1 (check flagpole.com for updates). At tax collections going up or down over the past five years, so officials assumed they’d be flat for the next five, ACC Finance Director David Boyd said. Then, sales-tax collections started to boom, and it became clear that 2017 would be a banner year, establishing a clear upward pattern from $20.9 million in 2013 to $22.1 million in 2015 to $22.5 million in 2017. Even if sales-tax revenue flatlines in coming years, Boyd said he felt comfortable projecting that T-SPLOST would raise at least $109.5 million—$5 million more than originally estimated. But not for mayor—for commisCommissioner Kelly Girtz joked sion District 7. that he’s “glad we’re growing money Activist and business owner trees on Satula Avenue,” where the Russell Edwards had been testing Finance Department is located. “If the waters for a potential mayoral you want to plant one at my house, run, but he announced last week that come on over.” he’ll seek the Athens-Clarke County It just so happens that $5 million Commission seat currently held by is almost the exact amount comDiane Bell instead. missioners were poised to cut from Edwards said in a statement Firefly Trail, the seven-mile railsprovided to Flagpole that he was to-trails project between downtown concerned about splitting the proand Winterville that’s been 17 years gressive vote between himself and in the making. Worried that the cut Commissioner Kelly Girtz, who Daisy Gerow, 9, celebrates winning a stack of books during a Willy Wonka-themed party July 26 at the Athens-Clarke County would result in an unfinished project, will officially kick off his mayoral Library for “super readers” who read 100 books or 50 hours over the summer. Zombie Coffee & Donuts donated $3,000 to puradvocates swarmed City Hall and campaign Sept. 9. There’s a precchase books as prizes for children who completed the summer-reading program. commissioners’ inboxes asking that it edent for his concern: In 2010, acria called meeting Aug. 15, the commission will set Nov. 7 as be restored. mony between supporters of second-place finisher Gwen the date of the referendum. If it’s approved, the tax will run O’Looney and third-place finisher Spencer Frye contributed At the work session, Denson held up a thick manila for five years or until $109.5 million is collected, whichever folder full of printed-out emails. “It’s easily the most feedto Mayor Nancy Denson’s runoff victory. back I’ve gotten on any local thing here in Athens,” she said. comes first. “My goal is to improve the lives of my neighbors and That’s probably hyperbole (Selig? Prince Avenue?), but they everyone in our community, and having more than one got a lot of feedback. candidate running on a similar platform could result in a Commissioners also tentatively decided to cut funding split vote, which may endanger that goal,” Edwards said. for new buses from $8 million to $4 million, reasoning that “I’ve spoken candidly with Commissioner Kelly Girtz about Superior Court Judge David Sweat retired effective ACC recently received a state grant for new hybrid buses, my vision for Athens. We share many of the same ideas, July 31. Read our profile of him and his achievements in and that the manufacturer has a two-year backlog anyand many of the same friends and contacts. I believe that criminal justice reform on p. 7, then flip back, and let’s talk way. That $4 million was added to a pot of money for new a campaign battle between Girtz and myself could work about who will replace him on the bench. sidewalks, bringing it back up to $11 million, close to the against realizing our shared goals, and I do not want to see Sweat still had a year and a half left in his term, and amount recommended by a citizens advisory committee. that happen.” the Judicial Nominating Commission has submitted three Commissioners also said they’ll cut the Clayton Street District 7 includes part of Five Points and the Macon finalists for Gov. Nathan Deal to consider: state Rep. Regina streetscape project by $303,000 (it remains in at $7.1 milHighway area. Bell, whose first term ends next year, is Quick (R-Athens), who is also a lawyer; Chief Assistant lion) and $85,000 for traffic signals. That money will go widely considered vulnerable because she angered many District Attorney Bryan Patterson; and Richard Connelly toward Firefly Trail. constituents by secretly attempting to scuttle a potential Jr., Oconee County’s chief magistrate judge and a partner Three projects commissioners added last month—$4 in the law firm Hudson, Montgomery, Kalivoda & Connelly. Milledge Circle historic district. million for pedestrian improvements in the West Broad Edwards ran for Congress against former Rep. Paul Regardless of whom Deal appoints, the new judge will neighborhood, $2.5 million for a roundabout at Milledge Broun in 2010, while he was still in law school, and led the have an opponent in the May 2018 nonpartisan election: Avenue and Whitehall Road and $6 million for a Tallassee fight against a proposed downtown Walmart a few years Lisa Lott, a Western Circuit public defender. Road bridge—remain on the project list. So does $340,000 back. He owns Agora Vintage with his wife, Airee. They “I have a vision for the role of judge that builds on the for ACC to repair privately owned streets, but it won’t be have a 3-year-old son, Teddy. f work done by Judge Sweat and his colleagues,” Lott said in

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The biggest political story in the country, the defeat of Obamacare repeal legislation, featured an unlikely appearance by Georgia congressman Buddy Carter. Carter, who is serving just his second term in the House of Representatives, is one of many Republican congressmen who want to kill off the Affordable Care Act. It’s almost an obsession with him. You might think it odd that Carter would want to shoot down Obamacare. It’s been estimated that repealing the law would result in the loss of health insurance for about 64,000 people residing in Carter’s Savannah-based district. It doesn’t make sense that Carter would want to hurt so many of his constituents, but then, this is a guy who really hates Obamacare. He hates it so much that he got a little carried away after the Senate failed to pass one of the motions to repeal Obamacare. That repeal motion lost in large part because two Republican women, Sens. Susan Collins of Maine and Lisa Murkowski of Alaska, voted against it. When asked what he thought about Donald Trump criticizing Murkowski in one of the president’s tweets, Carter blurted out: “Let me tell you, somebody needs to go over there to that Senate and snatch a knot in their ass.” Carter’s rustic remark caught fire and touched off a genuine media frenzy, with everyone trying to explain what it meant to snatch a knot in someone’s hind quarters. Some media observers accused Carter of calling for violence against women. Not so, said a spokesperson for Carter, who quickly sent out a clarifying statement: “Rep. Carter’s comment was in no way directed towards Sen. Murkowski specifically… This is a southern phrase used frequently throughout Rep. Carter’s lifetime which simply means get your act together.”

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Carter later tweeted that he was “shocked this is so confusing.” He was forgetting that people from other regions don’t always talk the way that Southerners do. Consequently, it’s easy for something to get lost in translation. The phrase “snatch a knot in their ass”—a milder version of it is “jerk a knot in their tail”—is one of many slang expressions a person hears growing up in the South. These Southernisms often have a hint of violence, especially when they are said in the heat of anger or frustration. You’ll hear someone say, “I’m gonna snatch you bald-headed,” for example, or “I’m gonna whip you like a red-headed stepchild.” These regional phrasings also can be quite humorous. One of my favorites was the one I heard from a state legislator who was about to vote on a very controversial bill: “I’m as nervous as a whore in church.” To use some other Southernisms, Carter was so upset at Murkowksi that “he’s got a burr under his saddle,” or “his knickers are in a knot.” Maybe he was “having a hissy fit.” What some people see as colorful phrasings, however, are seen by others as physical threats, especially in these hyperpartisan times. By the end of last week, Carter’s colorful language turned out to be all for nothing. Two days after Carter’s memorable diatribe against the senator from Alaska, the Senate voted down the last attempt to pass a bill that would repeal Obamacare. Murkowski and Collins once again cast the negative votes on that motion, and they were joined by Arizona Sen. John McCain in shooting down the bill. I didn’t see Carter trying to jerk a knot in anyone’s tail at that point, but I’m sure the congressman was feeling “lower than a snake’s belly in a wagon rut.” f

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Stop Fetishizing Normalcy Trump Supporters Voted for Him Because He’s Not Normal By Baynard Woods democracyincrisiscolumn@gmail.com That’s where my air-conditioned mind started to drift I went down to the White House to see Trump’s son-in-law as I sat in this hideous hotel. Why are we fetishizing Jared Kushner give his excuses surrounding the meeting that he, Trump’s son and Paul Manafort, among others, had normalcy? Whenever Trump does something illegal, immoral or with Russians, hoping to get dirt on Hillary. insane, we say it is “not normal,” to the point that it is “This is not normal,” I heard, echoing through my head almost the official Democratic slogan (and much better as I walked from the Metro station and around the corner than their actual slogan, announced last week: “A Better onto the freak show between Lafayette Square and the Deal: Better Jobs, Better Wages, Better Future”). White House. I mean, sure, I get it that normal sounds pretty good in They actually didn’t let me into the White House, comparison with the Trumpian chaos that’s engulfed us though, because I hadn’t updated my day pass. And all for the last six months. Kushner ended up saying if he falls tomorrow, the absolutely nothing that was Whenever Trump does something illegal, But Democrats won’t have any not in the written stateimmoral or insane, we say it is ‘not better ideas than they had ment that had been released in November. They could earlier that morning. After normal,’ to the point that it is almost the float by for a while, but all of the non-televised official Democratic slogan. that is it. They will look like press briefings, Kushner’s the idiot Republicans, who little spiel in front of a tiny spent seven years railing about health care and can’t come podium was solely for the television cameras. up with a plan. Both of these things—forgetting to request a pass and Trump was right when he said the system was broken. not missing anything after all because the press events are He is proof of that. He is a product of our normal—its cultotal bullshit—are totally normal. mination. It’s not normal that a psycho rich guy like Trump Since I got turned away from the traditional White takes over the office to make profit for his family. But it is House, I figured I would go futz around at its bizarre cornormal for rich guys to hold the office. porate shadow, Trump International Hotel. The Trump When Obama was first elected, the entire tea party was International Hotel really is not normal. In the Old Post basically screaming, “This is not normal!” because we had Office building, it now looks like a castle. Big American flags wave above the word “Trump.” I passed The Spa, by Ivanka Trump™. Then I saw the sign for “Presidential Ballroom.” Yes, it is creepy. It’s not a real presidential ballroom in the White House, but a ballroom in a hotel owned by the the president near the White House that is branded as a presidential ballroom. No, not normal. The inside of Trump International is exactly what you would expect—an ostentatious display of gaudy luxury being soaked up both by the truly rich, perhaps hoping to please our plutocrat, and vacationing red-hats. Some of these people may be foreign leaders, so this kinda-gross No, not normal. hotel is also the site of never had a black president before. The Klan and the Red the lawsuit filed against the administration by Maryland Shirts noted that Reconstruction was not normal. George Attorney General Brian Frosh and D.C. Attorney General Wallace cried out that integration was not normal, and the Karl Racine. “The objective is to stop him from doing this, because we homophobic religious right still hollers about how abnormal gay marriage is. don’t know whether he’s putting his financial interests first By saying that the Trump regime is not normal, you give or the American people’s interests first,” Frosh told Marc power to his followers who voted for him for exactly that Steiner on the Democracy in Crisis podcast a couple weeks reason. It validates them. ago. If Democrats and the mainstream opposition instead Hell, yeah, it is messed up if foreign governments use embraced some other terms, it might help them develop the hotel to give money to Trump and gain his favor. That’s their own vision. “Not right.” “Not moral.” “Not smart.” the same reason I wasn’t going to spend a penny in that “Not patriotic.” And, of course, “not legal.” joint. But I was interested in seeing if they’d kick me out. I did not get kicked out of Trump International, because, I sat down on one of the overstuffed chairs. There were like the Democrats, I didn’t do anything—I just sat there several newspapers laid out: the “failing New York Times,” and the “Amazon Washington Post,” which the President has checking email and taking notes. But when I walked back out into the D.C. summer, I felt acutely how vulnerable we spent a lot of time attacking. are. The regime is belligerent, woefully uninformed and I love the Times and the Post, but alt-weeklies like this ill-prepared. The odds are great that someone will attack were founded to provide something alternative to their sense of normalcy. We know what happens to even our best us. And when they do, the same people now calling for normalcy will likely fall in line behind the leader. That will be papers when the war machine starts moving. I mean, if normal. f Colin Powell says it, it must be true.

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legal case doesn’t end at the courthouse doors. This simple idea motivated David Sweat throughout his nearly 40-year career, first as a defense lawyer and ultimately as a judge. When Sweat retired last month as chief judge of the Western Circuit Superior Court—which hears civil and felony criminal cases in Clarke and Oconee counties—he left behind a legacy of modernizing outdated legal practices. He argued against discrimination in favor of fairness and community-wide solutions to address substance abuse, mental health and rehabilitation issues. “I’ve always said that if we can drag the courts kicking and screaming into the 20th Century, there’s hope that we can get them into the 21st Century,� Sweat says. “Many times, cases that seem unsolvable come up the courthouse steps, and we have to look outside to address them.� Caroline Elliott

Judge Sweat at a retirement party at the Classic Center July 20.

Sweat, who was elected to the Superior Court in 2002, served more than 14 years and was re-elected three times. At the end of July, more than 100 Athens lawyers, court staff, mental health workers and police officers celebrated his retirement in a packed room at the Classic Center. The Mayor and Commission presented Sweat with a key to the city. “The No. 1 promise he made during his campaign was to be fair, and he has been,� says Commissioner Mike Hamby, who served as Sweat’s first campaign manager. “He worked hard for people’s votes, and I saw that in action during budget discussions with the commission.� In those discussions, Sweat advocated for a Treatment and Accountability Court, which provides those with mental illness and substance abuse problems with longterm treatment plans to follow alongside their sentences. Created in 2008, the court has kept more than 275 people out of prison while on probation. “He spent a great deal of time trying to help people find ways to minimize the negative effects of issues that would make them more likely to get arrested again in the future,� says John Donnelly, head of the circuit’s public defender’s office. Sweat has also supported other accountability courts, such as the Felony Drug Court, Veterans Court, DUI/Drug Court and Family Treatment Court. Last year, he pulled together local criminal justice advocates, health care providers and mental health groups to create the Justice and Mental Health Collaboration, which uses grant funds to help criminals with mental health or substance abuse issues rather than send them back to prison. “When he was a lawyer, I remember him taking a discrimination case that his colleagues said wasn’t worth the time and trouble,� says Probate Court Judge Susan Tate.

“He always said that if we really believe someone is suffering an injustice, there’s always a way to right that wrong.â€? Sweat also pushed for sales-tax funding to build the diversion center, a sort of halfway house that opened in May 2012 and houses more than 50 nonviolent offenders, allowing them to work and support their families instead of languish in prison. “Court can be a scary and confusing place for many people‌ and they will tend to agree with anything a judge says,â€? says Edward Brumby, chief assistant public defender. “By asking open-ended questions, Judge Sweat made sure people weren’t being rushed through a decision they didn’t understand.â€? Under another SPLOST proposal, Sweat started a technology-driven case management system that better organizes information across several courts in Athens, incorporates video conferencing and allows court agencies to share real-time data. A new grant requested this year could pair a mental health professional with law enforcement officers during crisis situations related to domestic violence, substance abuse and mental health. Along with other judges, after evidence emerged that private probation companies were overlooking violations so they could keep collecting fees from probationers, he pushed to bring the program in-house. “What attracted me to Athens at first is that it’s a place for second chances. People can reboot themselves,â€? Chief Probation Officer Dale Allen says. “When we started probation services nine years ago, the judges said they wanted to bring compassion, transparency and humanity to the table.â€? At the state level, Sweat served on the Council of Superior Court Judges’ Uniform Rules and Accountability Courts committees. Once he became chair of the former committee in 2012, he created new rules for courts across the state, and Gov. Nathan Deal appointed him to the Georgia Commission on Family Violence in 2015. “Serving as a judge is more work than people realize, in terms of the emotional and mental strain,â€? defense lawyer Mo Wiltshire says. “I witnessed Judge Sweat on the bench many times, and he tried to make a difference and treat everyone the same.â€? Sweat’s legacy won’t stop here. Gov. Deal will likely appoint him to become a Superior Court senior judge to serve in mediations, arbitrations and judicial settlements. Deal will also appoint one of three finalists to serve the rest of Sweat’s term, which ends Dec. 31, 2018. (See City Dope on p. 4 for more.) “I like to dig into cases and understand them. Even criminal cases have a larger picture when you incorporate the other party, the family members and the community,â€? Sweat says. “I try to find solutions that improve the mess at hand, but also the community as a whole.â€? In the meantime, he plans to travel around the country with his wife, Kay Giese, who retired as ACC Municipal Court Judge in 2010. He also plans to spend more time with family and friends, including many of the people he met while a lawyer and judge. During his retirement reception, Sweat gave special recognition to his staff, court deputies and bailiffs who often don’t receive applause for their daily actions that keep courtrooms running smoothly. “When you see a judge on a bench, you don’t see all the people who make the job easier,â€? he says. “I’ve always felt that if we could work hard and do it together, there was no limit to what we could accomplish.â€? f

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Reese Street: Still Educating Athens

Home of Many Black Teachers, Neighborhood Holds Part of Athens’ Forgotten Past By Kristen Morales news@flagpole.com

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ext door, Boss Billups was a Baptist minister. Down the street, Camilla and Vernon Howard were teachers. In small houses in between—some owned, some rented—lived cooks, drivers, porters and maids. They were among the many families who made the Reese Street area a thriving, middle-class black neighborhood in the early 1900s. For decades, it was a neighborhood of homeowners and entrepreneurs. Today, in between the smaller cottages, stands a twostory house that was home to two generations of teachers and the second black dentist in Athens—a house that the family who built the Varsity restaurant on the opposite side of the block some 50 years ago wants to tear down, prompting a recent demolition moratorium. But what makes the house unique isn’t just the Mack/ Burney family who lived in it for nearly half a century—the same Burney for whom Burney-Harris-Lyons Middle School is named. Rather, it’s that the house represents a crossroads of Athens: the invisible lines separating black and white; lines erased between professionals and laborers to create a tight-knit community; and the color lines crossed with school desegregation.

Black Professionals Shadows of the historically black Reese Street neighborhood remain today, but what longtime residents recall from its heyday is a tight-knit neighborhood of families who valued education and community. “I’ve lived all my life within this square,” says 92-year-old Robert P. “Skip” Payne, who lives on Rocksprings but was born in a house on Broad Street that since has been torn down. “Except for the time I was away at school or in the service, I was in this area… I guess I just felt at home.”

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For more than 150 years, Reese Street and Hancock Avenue were the center of residential life for many in Athens’ black community. The portion of the neighborhood east of Milledge Avenue was designated a local historic district a decade ago—it was home to historically black schools and Hill First Baptist Church. In contrast, the streets west of Milledge have a history that’s tied more to the people who lived in the buildings, rather than the buildings themselves. For example, in 1920, families who lived along Reese Street west of Milledge included pastors, teachers, doctors and merchants. Andrew Payne, one-half of the namesake of Mack and Payne Funeral Home and Skip Payne’s grandfather, lived at 957 Reese St.; his neighbor was a teacher. One block up lived an insurance agent, and around the corner on Billups Street lived a pastor, a baker and his wife, a doctor. “There were a lot of teachers in this area,” Payne says, noting three couples within a stone’s throw of Reese Street that were teachers. But, he adds, if you had money to buy property, there were only so many places you could own it. “At the time we were living, we were restricted to this area. You couldn’t buy property beyond the area distinguished black. I don’t know if it was set up like that, but you knew you weren’t going to buy a house in that [white] neighborhood, that’s for sure.” Payne, who was also a teacher, recalls attending the West Broad Street School as a child—a wood frame building that formerly was a tuberculosis hospital. When he was in sixth grade, it was torn down, replaced by the current building. Elsewhere in the neighborhood, Ruth Payne (no relation), 90, who was the first black teacher at Athens High School before it became Clarke Central, recalls what it was like to grow up on Billups Street. “It was a village. We didn’t have crime. It was nice—even though we had a hook on the screen door, nobody hooked the screen door,” she says in an interview recorded by Amy Kissane, executive director of the Athens-Clarke Heritage Foundation, and Kimberly

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Davis, who is researching the neighborhood’s history. “There were a lot of teachers and professional people who lived in that area.” Skip Payne’s grandfather’s home on Reese Street is now the annex for Ebenezer Baptist Church West. Like the Burney house one block away, there is talk of tearing down the former Payne house, to make way for a new church building. “That was the family home,” he says. “They talk about tearing it down, but it should be preserved as a historical site, because it’s one of the oldest houses. “If you look around the neighborhood—across the street there were teachers, the Drakes’ home on one corner, the guy was an interior decorator, and on the other corner were schoolteachers. It’s a pretty prominent area up in there. But people don’t care about all that. They’ll tear all that down.”

Educators Abound One block away from the Payne home, at 853 Reese St., is the two-story home where Annie Burney grew up. Her parents, John R. and Charlotte Mack, were a middle-class black family at the start of the 20th Century. Her father bought the house in 1906 for $600 from the Clarke County Building Loan and Improvement Company, which required a weekly payment of $3.84. Mack ended up paying the loan off early, buying the house outright in 1909. Burney was one of nine children, and she followed in her father’s footsteps by becoming a teacher as well. According to Michael Thurmond’s A Story Untold, Burney’s father taught at a school for black children on Baxter Street until 1893, when it was closed to be remodeled for white students. The black children who attended that school were split between two others, one on each side of town. Mack was appointed principal of the smaller East Athens school, where he was one of three teachers; the westside school became the West Broad Street School.

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Mack worked alongside Samuel Harris, who became principal of the West Broad School in 1903 (and later married another educator, Judia Jackson Harris). Ten years later, the first high school for blacks, the Athens High and Industrial School, was built on Reese Street east of Milledge Avenue. According to A Story Untold, Samuel Harris became the principal there in 1917, teaching 10th grade while also supervising all the black schools in Athens. Burney worked with him, teaching eighth and ninth grade and serving as assistant principal. “She sorta ran things anyway,” says Payne, one of Burney’s students. “She was one of those folks who runs things.” He also remembers doing odd jobs for her when he was in high school, helping out in her big white house around the corner. Her husband, Isadore Horace Burney, was the second black dentist in Athens but died in 1938, 18 years after they were married. Their son, also named Isadore Horace, was born in 1912. “I would get coal and do little things around the house for her when she was my math teacher. It’s a great big house with lots of fireplaces,” he says. “She also took in young folks who came to Athens to teach, and she would rent rooms to them—teachers at the high school.” Burney died on Oct. 19, 1963, after living in the house for more than 50 years. While her siblings moved out over the years, she and her husband stayed put. In her final years, Payne recalls, the Hackney family looked after Burney and, after her death, purchased the house for $10.

common of that time, and there’s a kitchen wing that would have been common between 1830–1860.” Reed also notes, though, that it wasn’t unusual for homes to be moved, or portions of older homes used in the building of a newer one. Early maps of Athens did not include that portion of Reese Street, although the magnolia trees that line Milledge Avenue beside the Varsity parking lot were once the grand entrances to stately homes, and city directories from the late 1800s note some residences on Hancock Avenue and Reese Street west of Milledge. One other clue points to the antebellum age of the home: The woman referenced in the 1889 deed for the Burney house is likely a descendant of Hugh Neisler, who came to Athens in the early 1800s with the distinction of being the town’s second doctor (after the previous second doctor left, according to Augustus Longstreet Hull’s Annals of Athens, because “one doctor, one lawyer, one blacksmith and one preacher were sufficient” for the time). Six months after Neisler’s heirs sold the house for $250, the new owner sold it for $175 to the Clarke County Building Loan and Improvement Company—which sold the house, 25 years later, to a black family.

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Athens native and activist Broderick Flanigan learned about Annie Burney when he was researching a mural he painted recently at Burney-Harris-Lyons Middle School. He had heard rumors for months that the educator’s home was slated to be torn down, but he didn’t know where it was located until the Gordy family pulled the demolition permit. Flanigan says the history lesson helped open his eyes to the amount still unknown in the local black community. Years later, when the Hackney family sold the home, The demolition permit also put pressure on the Athensits next string of owners followed the trend of many older Clarke County Commission to protect the house and surintown properties: turned into a rental or eyed for redevelrounding neighborhood with a moratorium on teardowns, opment. Before it was purchased by the Gordy family last which it passed in May. year, the home was owned first by the LaFlamme family “It really speaks to the highlighting of one part of Athens history and the neglect of another part, and now we’re at a point where there’s an intersection of the newcomers into the neighborhood and their ability to organize and slow down impending development,” he says, noting the gentrification that has taken place in the neighborhood in recent years. “And at the same time, there’s African-American history there that might not be able to be preserved without this other organizing effort.” Athens resident Fred Smith, who has researched some of Athens’ black history for his Black History Bowl program for elemenFrom white doctors to black educators to white renters to target for redevelopment, 853 Reese St. tells the tale tary students, agrees that of Athens. more is needed to be done to preserve the story of black Athenians. “Now is the time and then by John Willis, an Atlanta builder who redevelfor us to record who exactly lived in these houses,” he says. oped properties around Athens in the early 2000s. Today, the Burney house is owned by a white family; 100 “I hate to see that we failed to acknowledge who these folks were and the outstanding contribution these folks made… years ago, the home was owned by a black family. But 100 What I am trying to do now is go over there and walk the years before it was purchased by the Macks, the property neighborhood and talk with some folks and find out from was owned by a white family. people who have lived there.” While property records appear inconclusive in explainSaving old homes like the Burney house, with its wide ing how the house came to be built, a deed from 1889 notes floorboards and hand-built fireplaces, takes more than an it was where Athens resident Rachel Neisler died. Athensinterest from neighbors and other residents. It also takes Clarke County tax assessor records—which can often be money. unreliable when dating homes—list the home as built in “It’s difficult to stop ‘progress’—if that’s what it’s 1870. Athens architect Scott Reed, who consults on historic homes, notes several architectural elements that could date called—but I love it when we are able to save something,” Smith says. “But it takes resources—and I don’t know the house as pre-Civil War. where the resources are for those of us who would like to “Athens has an interesting history with its architecture,” save those houses. In the end, it’s a capitalistic society, and Reed says. “When you look beyond the Victorian elements of the house, there’s a very classic form that very well could money, most of the time, will rule the day. Sometimes we can have some victories, and that’s great; we should apprebe antebellum—there are elements of the house that could ciate any victories we can.” f date to 1850. The form is something that would have been

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Shannon Primm

Shape-Note Singers Keep a Southern Tradition Alive

By Bobby Moore music@flagpole.com

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odern participants in shape-note singing, an a capella form of worship music that dates back at least to the 1840s, typically discover the tradition though academic research interests or regional family ties. “The fact that it’s been preserved and passed down as an active tradition for so many years is something that academics have found fascinating,” says Joanna Smolko, a music professor at UGA and Athens Technical College. “Also, there’s been times that, through writing about the book, writing about traditions or through participating in it, academics have worked hand-in-hand with local singers to help preserve documents.” It’s no surprise that Athens, a college town surrounded on all sides by rural communities, has a rich history of shape-note singings advanced by scholars, students and families that have kept the tradition alive for generations. The tradition assigns shapes to musical notes in songs about the Christian faith. Prevalent hymnal The Sacred Harp utilizes “fa,” “sol,” “la” and “mi.” The syllable assigned to each shape is sung through once, setting the pace and tone that will be replicated when participants sing the lyrics. Tenor, bass, alto and treble singers sit facing each other, creating what’s called a “hollow square” formation. Anyone, from first-timers to members of established shape-note families, can pick and lead a song. “It’s not a performance,” says John Hollingsworth, a retired UGA math professor. “It’s participatory worship, so that’s the way we gear it. If people come, we want them to sing.” This simple, stirring and democratic form of worship can be found in Athens at least once a month. The “Teenth Tuesday” singing from The Sacred Harp, held on the Tuesday that falls between the 13th–19th each month, is marked by

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Christian fellowship and hospitality. It’s folk music crossed with old-time religion, featuring songs that might have otherwise been lost to time and potluck snacking inspired by the traditional Southern “dinner on the ground.” All that’s seemingly missing is an old country church—the singing is held in the home of local singer Shannon Primm. Smolko’s PhD dissertation focused on the impact of shape-note hymns on 20th Century composers. Her continued research on the topic finds that shape-note singings were regularly mentioned in local newspapers between the 1840s–1920s, when the tradition seemingly faded away, until the folk revival of the 1960s triggered its ongoing resurgence. Local research interest in shape-note singing began in the early 1970s. Longtime UGA chemistry professor John Garst aided in the 1973 republication of The Social Harp, a lesser-known shape-note hymnal compiled in the 1850s by Hart County singing teacher and farmer John McCurry. That same year, an annual February singing—now held at the State Botanical Garden—debuted. It remains the only annual singing anywhere that uses The Social Harp. The 1978 publication of Buell Cobb’s The Sacred Harp: A Tradition and Its Music by UGA Press furthered the role of Athens in recording shape-note singing’s past and ensuring its survival. In 2017, shape-note singing represents more than preserved religious practices. These events revisit a secular society that valued music education and shared folk traditions. “It can be daunting at first [for new singers], since there’s so many people who never sing in groups now,” Smolko says. “We’ve left so much of the music to professionals, especially as some schools start to cut their music programs.” Many academics learn of shape-note singing during

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their time as students. Smolko, for instance, checked out a Botanical Garden singing as a graduate student at the behest of her Hugh Hodgson School of Music colleague Kevin Kelly. Hollingsworth also joined the local shapenote community at one of the Social Harp singings in 1973, but it was hardly his introduction to shape notes. Hollingsworth was continuing a lengthy family tradition he first encountered as a child in Mississippi, where he sang from the Christian Harmony hymnal. “My grandfather on my mother’s side was born in 1870, and he was the leader in the shape-note singing in that county,” Hollingsworth says. “I suspect that he started singing very young.” Hollingsworth lists four key draws for singers who become regulars at singings across the region, whether they were pointed to the tradition by family, academia or even popular culture, such as the 2003 film Cold Mountain. “One thing, of course, is the fellowship,” Hollingsworth says. “One thing is the worship service. One thing is people enjoy being part of an old tradition. Then some of it is just the sound. We like the music. There’s four factors. All are important. For different people, different factors are more or less important. For me, all four are important.” Each semester, new students arrive as potential practitioners of a sacred music tradition that’s practically unchanged since at least the mid-1840s. Whether they have been exposed to hometown singings or are complete novices, any of these students may be one moving performance or a new favorite hymn away from sharing regular fellowship and song with Smolko, Primm, Hollingsworth and other modern-day folklorists. Anyone interested in the Teenth Tuesday singings can email Primm at sprimm@yahoo.com. For information on other local shape-note events, find the Athens, Georgia Sacred Harp group on Facebook. f

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Punk Legends Play ‘CBGB Athens’ to Help Homeless Vets By Chad Radford music@flagpole.com

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ayne Kramer—best known as the wild-haired guitar player for Detroit-based proto-punk outfit MC5—laughs when mulling over what it means to have been involved with philanthropy, in one form or another, for some 50 years. Be it through the explosive, free-jazz-inspired guitar assaults in songs such as “Kick Out the Jams,� “Rocket Reducer No. 62 (Rama Lama Fa Fa Fa)� and “Teenage Lust,� which brought far-left frustrations in the ’60s and ’70s to a fine point, or providing guitars to inmates via the Jail Guitar Doors organization, Kramer is an agent of progressive change through music. “Anything I can do to help make a difference in people’s lives is always a good thing to me,� he says.

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At 69 years old, there is warmth and sincerity in Kramer’s voice that reflects a lifetime of highs and lows: nearly achieving superstardom in the ’70s followed by public battles with drug addiction, a two-year prison bid for selling cocaine to an undercover officer and finding success as workaday musician, composer and producer. In a phone conversation from his home in Los Angeles about his anticipated trip to Georgia this weekend, Kramer moves seamlessly into talking about the work of the Athens-based Artist2Artist nonprofit, which hosts fundraising parties, concerts and other events to help artists, musicians, actors and other creative types pursue their craft during times of financial need. The organization also focuses on bettering the community at large. Such is the case on Saturday, Aug. 5, when Artist2Artist hosts CBGB Athens, a benefit show at The Office Lounge to help Athensarea homeless veterans. Saturday’s lineup features classic jangle-pop, post-punk and rock and roll and will be headlined by Kramer, backed by Atlanta musicians Shannon Mulvaney on bass, Adam Renshaw of The Forty-Fives on drums and Adam McIntyre of The Pinx on guitar. Other performers include Television guitarist Richard Lloyd and his band, Peter Holsapple of The dB’s, Dashboard Saviors with Dana Downs, Michael Guthrie and Cortez Garza. Artist2Artist co-founder Lisa Mende invokes the organization’s catchphrase when she says it will be a night of “partying with a purpose.� Proceeds from the show will be

donated to the Veterans Relief Fund, to help veterans who require assistance paying their rent, security deposits, utilities and other living expenses. “Homelessness in America is to our great national shame and international embarrassment,� Kramer says. “To see the way that the wealth in this country is handled— hedge fund managers, big pharma and real estate developers are reveling in massive amounts of money—and to see this while we have veterans living out of doors is unconscionable.� It’s a sentiment that Lloyd underscores, speaking from his home in Chattanooga, TN. “Artists and veterans are both dealt a pretty harsh lot in life,� he says. “You don’t hear a lot of stories about plumbers and doctors living in their car or sleeping on the street while trying to support their craft. Organizations like this provide support for people who need it, and that’s important now more than ever.� Artist2Artist was cofounded in 2016 by Mende, who serves as president, and Jean Biddle, the group’s secretary-treasurer. Alongside them are Vice President Danna Whaley and board members Brigitte DeSimone and Burton Hood. Mende is an actress, best known for her role as the “Seinfeld� character Carol. She also appears in Gremlins 2, “Sex and the City� and, most recently, Adult Swim’s “Your Pretty Face Is Going to Hell.� She lives in Athens now, but knows Kramer from her days of working in Los Angeles. Mende and Biddle have a history of pairing up for themed nights involving music, starting with a benefit for Project Safe’s Dancing With the Athens Stars. “Jean was the head of the fundraising committee for that night, and we discovered that we’re really good at throwing these extraordinary parties,� says Mende. That first event was dubbed Fillmore Athens, for which local musicians formed Kinks, Zombies and Yardbirds cover bands to recreate the legendary East Village rock venue Fillmore East. Since then, Artist2Artist has experienced a swift ascent amid Athens’ many nonprofits, and CBGB Athens pushes its growing concept to the next level, while staying focused on improving the community one show at a time. “These kinds of challenges don’t change in a year or 10 years or even in a lifetime. We’re working toward the kind of changes that come over a millennium,� Kramer says. “Health care will happen nationally. Probably not in my lifetime, but we’ll get there. All of this is the stuff of democracy and the stuff of civilization-building. The wheels turn slowly, compared to a human lifetime, but if we look at it in the big picture, we’re doing great.� f

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Shehehe Is Here to Save Your Summer Plus, More Music News and Gossip By Gordon Lamb threatsandpromises@flagpole.com SATURDAY NIGHT’S ALRIGHT: As promised, here’s more information about the new Shehehe record. It’s titled Endless Summer, spans a relatively mammoth 14 tracks and comes courtesy of Laser Brains Records. This is the tightest and best put-together release Shehehe has ever been party to. Everything here is well executed, rehearsed and tautly composed. Fans will recognize the band’s varied influences, but those are starting to shed like snakeskin as Shehehe coalesces more and more into a selfcontained unit that just, well, sounds like itself. The huge doses of ’70s-ish fourpart punk are totally up front, but there’s a gigantic power-pop flag waving, too. For example, “Sorry You Love Me� and “Dirty Life� can go head to head with any badge-wearing bowlcut boy band that ever darkened Stiff Records’ door. Throw this in the car stereo, pick up your pals, and go drive around town lookin’ for a party to crash. Technically, it comes out Aug. 11, but hell, just grab Shehehe it at the release show the next night, Saturday, Aug. 12, at the 40 Watt Club. Palace Doctor, The Grawks and Twinki round out the bill. For more information, see facebook.com/sheheheband, and listen in on the back catalog via shehehe.bandcamp.com. ENCOUNTERS: Michael Potter (Null Zone Records, The Electric Nature) has picked up the baton of hardest-working experimental music promoter in town and run with it. He’s been steadily if relatively quietly promoting superb bills that deserve attention. To wit, his next show happens at Go Bar Friday, Aug. 4 and features guitarist Tashi Dorji (Bhutan) and his project MANAS, a duo with Thom Nguyen (Nest Egg). Check ’em out at tashidorji1.bandcamp.com. Also on the bill are Goddess Complex, John Fernandes, Killick Hinds with Monique Osorio and Potter himself. SHINE A LIGHT: Hard-working punks Burns Like Fire return to releasing records this month with the digital slip of Always in Trouble. This six-song EP can be streamed at soundcloud.com/burnslikefire. A proper vinyl and CD release concert will happen Sept. 30 at the Caledonia Lounge, followed by small runs of shows around the East Coast. As always, Burns Like Fire does rapid-fire melodic punk as good as anyone and better than many. Close observers and punks over 40 will immediately get the jokes in the titles “30 & Miserable� and “Rock the Cash Car,� but the record does its best musically on “Busted� and “Final Farewell.� Follow along at burnslikefiremusic.com and facebook.com/ burnslikefiremusic.

SUMMER’S ALMOST GONE: Nine more tracks have made their way out since the last time I mentioned the 2017 MOEKE Records Summer Singles series. Specific highlights are Doug Hoyer’s completely heartbreaking “New Recruit,� the Tom Visions Band’s Syd Barrett-ish “Linear Time Hallucination,� Space Brother’s return-toform hip-hop track “Nite Time Drive� and

a cool, ’80s-mellow debut tune by Lucky Kitty called “New Friends.� There are also new songs here by Harlot Party, Tabloid and William Kissane. The whole series will wrap up pretty soon, and so far it’s looking like another stellar year for this exceedingly cool project. Check these out at moekerecords. bandcamp.com. TWO IN THE HAND: Recently, my memory was jogged into remembering how common two-band bills were long ago in Athens. Now, many shows are packed with three or more bands, which is ironic, considering there are exponentially more stages in town. But if you want at least a small taste of how things used to be—starring some people who were actually there—head to the 40 Watt Friday, Aug. 4. The newly refreshed Dashboard Saviors will play with that eternal flame of Athens rock, Hayride. Also, listen up: Dashboard Saviors were actually the very first band to ever play this location of the 40 Watt. No one remembers this, but it’s true. Go ask ’em. They’ll tell ya. SHHH: I want to say congratulations and wish lots of fun to our local pals heading off to play Birmingham, AL’s Secret Stages Festival, which runs Aug. 4–5. Lingua Franca, Blunt Bangs and :lovesongs will represent the Classic City and, presumably, do a fine job of it. For more information on Secret Stages please see secretstages.net. CORRECTION: A couple of weeks ago I told you about Elbys Bolt, the new record from Boycycle, but erroneously reported it contained five songs. It has eight songs. f

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program. She drives all over Clarke and Oconee counties to meet with moms—both new and soon-to-be—to help them start off on the right foot with their babies. The program’s goal is to keep women and children healthy, mainly through good nutrition, but also making sure mom and kids are getting doctor check-ups and breastfeeding is going well. WIC will also give new moms vouchers for certain foods that are good for breastfeeding moms, because producing a good supply of milk requires good nutrition— things like peanut butter, milk, bread and certain kinds of juices. One of the tricky parts about being a peer counselor, though, is encouraging

Better for the Baby WIC Helps Moms Feed Themselves and Their Children By Kristen Morales news@flagpole.com

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Every year, economists scare the crap out of reach out to women with new babies to help support them. Their purpose is pretty us by floating a figure showing how expenstraightforward, but I think in some circles sive it is to have a child. By last count, kids the message has gotten skewed. This is a cost roughly $14,000 a year, according to resource for women and families who might CNN. That’s why, when I had my second be considered “low income,� but there’s a child, I was determined to do things differpretty good chance you or someone you ently to show that, actually, kids don’t need to be that expensive. One of the key changes I wanted to make was breastfeeding. When our first child was born, money was tight, and I had to go back to work quickly. That was also before federal mandates required employers to provide a space for a woman to breastfeed, so the only option I saw at the time was switching to formula. Which is fine, until you have to go buy it. It’s really expensive. Thus, the irony of families on a limited income going to the store to buy formula. If you’re able to breastfeed, and you don’t have to drop $150 or more a month on formula, it’s better for your bank account. Now, with baby No. 2, my mantra isn’t solely about how great breastfeeding is for your baby. It’s simple economics—if you’re able to produce food for your baby, and you don’t have to pay an arm and a leg for it, why wouldn’t you? Turns out, I’m not the only person who has realized this. There’s an entire federally funded program Athens WIC nutritionist Sherry Peaks checks client Jadan Rucker’s iron level. dedicated to helping moms and breastfeeding without being pushy. If a know qualifies. You can get WIC assistance babies eat well and save money—it’s called woman chooses to do it, great. If it doesn’t if you make 185 percent of the federal WIC, or Women, Infants and Children. work out, that’s fine too—except, then poverty guidelines, or just under $45,000 a In our area, the WIC office is like the there’s the added cost of formula. Some year for a family of four. little engine that could. It runs on a slim women have the idea that WIC will provide I sat down with Wendy Sanchez, a WIC staff that includes a nutritionist and several vouchers for formula, but that’s not entirely peer counselor, to get the scoop on the breastfeeding peer counselors, all of whom

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true—rather, vouchers are available to supplement. You shouldn’t turn to WIC for assistance in purchasing all of your formula. What’s provided through the program is simply meant to add to what a breastfeeding mom can’t provide. Sanchez also told me that a lot of moms assume they don’t qualify for the WIC program, but even if they have health insurance, there’s a chance they will. And even if you feel you have a solid support network once you bring the baby home, having a peer counselor stop by every so often can still be helpful. Often, Sanchez said, in-laws, mothers and grandmothers offer up lots of well-meaning advice that’s so dated, or not even based in reality, that they’re doing more harm than good. For example, some cultures look down on breastfeeding, preferring to give babies bottles instead. Or, there’s pressure on the mom to feed her baby more (“Are you feeding that baby enough?� is enough to trigger a weeklong guilt trip in most moms anyway), and so a new mom might turn to formula to supplement when she doesn’t have to. And once you start moving to formula, your body’s supply of milk begins to decrease—and that mother-inlaw’s admonishment becomes a self-fulfilling prophecy. The WIC peer counselor helps deflect all of this, plus provides support to get mama and baby off to a good start. As a federally funded program, our local WIC office could be affected by the budget floated by the Trump Administration earlier this year. It calls for cutting $200 million overall, which might seem like a fraction of the program’s overall $6.4 billion budget, but when you consider that the program helps moms and babies stay healthier while spending less on things like formula or unhealthy food, it seems like something you would want to help, not hinder. If you like babies, you can get behind WIC. f

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Art Persists See ‘Nasty Women Athens’ at Trio Gallery By Jessica Smith arts@flagpole.com

was clear—continue to produce what we do best. Whether that’s through writing, painting or photography, that’s how we could continue the conversation.” Following Trump’s inauguration, Crist and Taylor— along with Taylor’s 13-year-old stepdaughter Penny Merva, who contributes a drawing to the exhibition—drove to D.C. for the Women’s March in January. They also donated prints and buttons to local protests, but still sought ways to engage with and support the community. When Veneruso suggested the idea of opening Trio with a “Nasty Women” exhibition, they saw it not only as an opportunity to promote a cause they believed in, but as a method of encouraging community members to discover and express their own beliefs. The gallery intends to host at least one exhibition per year to fundraise for local causes.

After a decade of basement shows and DIY activities, the former Secret Squirrel on Broad Street will continue to be a center for artists and musicians as Pixel & Ink Studio’s new location. While the main floor is dedicated to co-owners Carolyn Crist and Laulea Taylor’s business, the upstairs level is open as Trio Contemporary Art Gallery, directed by Tatiana Veneruso, and plans are underway to transform the lower level into a venue. Months of work went into renovating the three-story building. After receiving the keys in January and clearing out abandoned remnants, they began working on the facade, most notably an interesting black-and-white mural by James Greer where the Money Machine sign once was. Inside, they painted all the walls, sanded and stained the floors, finished the ceilings and installed HVAC, new lighting and electrical upgrades. Moving into the new space has allowed the studio to expand its services, which have previously centered around archival printing, scanning, editing, photo restoration and art reproduction. Now, Pixel & Ink will also offer custom framing, with a special focus on unique, harder-to-find colors and textures. In addition to helping artists select the perfect frame, Crist and Taylor hope to work more closely with them by organizing workshops, gallery shows and features for Athens Art Prints, their side project that enables artists to sell on-demand prints. Come fall, the co-owners will begin printing and pressing images onto metal, wood, acrylic, tile and fabric with recently purchased equipment. Trio officially opened with “Nasty Women Athens,” one of over 40 exhibitions organized to demonstrate solidarity among artists in the face of threats to roll back women’s rights. Launched by Roxanne Jackson and Jessamyn Fiore in New York City in January, Nasty Women is an ever-growing network that has spread across the globe, celebrating the diverse experiences, ideas Cameron Bliss and reactions of people who identify as Nasty “Although many of the pieces in the show express a Women. The exhibitions double as fundraisers, and all of point of view, they don’t say the same message, and differTrio’s proceeds will benefit the Feminist Women’s Health ent people experience them in different ways,” says Crist. Center in Atlanta, which offers reproductive health-care “We’ve enjoyed watching people pause, reflect and come services and advocates for reproductive rights and reproaway with different ideas. It’s a way to continue important ductive justice. conversations in our shop every day in a natural way that “Art can say what you can’t put into words,” says Crist. “After the election, I remember colleagues and friends won- engages others through art and community.” Veneruso and co-curator Melissa Lee selected dering what we could do in the days ahead, and the answer

submissions by over 40 artists from all over the country— and as far away as Tel Aviv—who demonstrate varying interpretations of Nasty Women. As seen on the cover of Flagpole this week, Los Angeles-based artist Dan Litzinger gives a pop-art comic rendition of Nancy Downs, The Craft’s ruthless yet bewitching coven leader. Several pieces bring political activism to the forefront, like the floor-to-ceiling portrait of three women standing in front of the White House by Ariel Dannielle and photographs of protesters by Crist, Beth Thompson and Andrea Wellnitz. Others borrow sensationalized catchphrases, like Melody Croft’s oil painting “Nevertheless Persist” and Lindsay Troutman’s abstracted “Her Wherever.” Locals in the show include Cameron Bliss, Claire Clements, Lisa Freeman, Vivian Liddell, Drema Montgomery, Stacey-Marie Piotrowski and Marilyn Wolf-Ragatz. Jacob Wenzka offers another portrait of free-spirited Juniper, who graced Flagpole’s cover last week. “Art is a language,” says Veneruso. “Sometimes words do the job, but sometimes you need something visual to express yourself or to tell a story. And the subjective nature of art can really encourage further dialogue.” Pixel & Ink’s next major endeavor is to transform the basement level of the building into The Revolution Room, a space that will honor the Secret Squirrel’s legacy by continuing as a center for creativity and experimentation. Under the direction of musician and visual artist Jim Wilson (The TaxiCab Verses, Los Cantares), the venue will serve as a space for concerts, plays, film screenings and other events. While it will be rentable and open to performances of all kinds, some of the bookings will specifically focus on community activism and social justice. “I have a lot of great memories of seeing shows at the Squirrel,” says Veneruso. “I have lived in Athens 11 years now, and hung out there a lot in those early years. I love the spirit of the place, and we wanted to honor that with this space—to be welcoming and give artists opportunities for experimentation and collaboration.” The studio will launch a crowdfunding campaign within the next month to support renovations, which will include rebuilding the stage and installing a sound system, lighting and recording equipment. To pay homage to the Secret Squirrel, old show posters will be hung to decorate the space. If all goes well, renovations will wrap up by the end of the year. “Nasty Women Athens” will remain on view through Sunday, Aug. 20, and can be visited during Pixel & Ink’s regular hours, Tuesdays through Saturdays from 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Hosted by Ming VaseDynasty on Friday, Aug. 4 at 7 p.m., We Will Not Be Silent: A Night of Performance will feature poetry, comedy, dance and performance art by Andrea Boyd, Jennie Cain, Erica Parson, Andrea Wellnitz and others. On Friday, Aug. 18 at 8 p.m., Gonzoriffic will premiere its latest feature film, Space Boobs in Space. The gallery’s next exhibition, “#colortheory,” opens Friday, Sept. 1 and will explore the impact of color. f

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All Hail Jane Bond Plus, a Coppola Remake, a Gut-Busting Comedy and… Meh

lands with the force of a funny scattergun. Points are deducted for the uneven tonal shifts from gross-out comedy to feel-good friendship and the musty infidelity plot line, but not nearly enough to kill the film’s hilarious joy.

THE EMOJI MOVIE (PG) Yes, The Emoji Movie is one of the least inspired movies of the year. Yes, The Emoji Movie already feels outdated, with its faddish app name dropping. funnier than the year’s prior female-led ATOMIC BLONDE (R) I refuse to blurb someNo, The Emoji Movie is not one of the worst comedies combined. thing stupid like “Atomic Blonde blows John movies of all time, though at what childish Inspirational pseudo-Oprah Ryan Pierce Wick away!” but it is the latter film’s damn (Regina Hall) takes her three college besties, demographic it is aimed is anybody’s guess. fine sister. After getting no credit for his Set in the phone of a ninth-grade boy known as the Flossy Posse, to New Orleans work directing John Wick, Brad Pitt stunt named Alex, The Emoji Movie follows meh for the Essence Festival. No comic destinadouble David Leitch absolutely bottles that emoji Gene (v. T.J. Miller, who hit film’s lightning. performs admirably despite Amidst the collapse of the Girls Trip the movie’s insipidness) on Berlin Wall, British secret agent his quest to only display one Lorraine Broughton (Charlize emotion. He is joined by forTheron, who proves all the Jane mer emoji VIP Hi-5 (v. James Bond detractors way wrong) is Corden) and a hacker named sent to that divided city to disJailbreak (v. Anna Faris). Sadly, cover what happened to a file Sir Patrick Stewart is credited identifying every covert agent as Poop, because it is funny in the field that was lost after that the poop emoji sounds like the murder of a fellow agent. a regal Brit. (Seriously, how many NOC lists Meh makes a good protagoare out there? At least enough nist, as it is hard to feel anyto fuel the entire modern spy thing about his world. Were the film genre, apparently.) But can human sequences live-action she trust her contact, James and Alex a few years younger, McAvoy’s British agent gone The Emoji Movie would not feral in East Berlin? No snakes on this plane! seem like such a poorly aimed This action film is stylishly vehicle for app promotion. Younger kids tion on this flick’s itinerary is unexpected, clad from its opening credits to its ’80s might find the multicolored smartphone but they are all filled with gut-busting gags. couture and wickedly familiar soundtrack. world appealing, but the high end of middle Haddish, 10 years younger than her three (I was surprised “99 Luftballons” took so school seems like the hard cutoff. I will co-stars (yet still believable as one of the long to show up on the playlist.) Action admit to getting perverse enjoyment via crowd), steals the entire movie from Hall, movies tend to be fueled by an early kinetic noting how poorly so much of this alreadyJada Pinkett Smith and Queen Latifah. energy that runs out before their balls-tostale flick will age. f Every raunchy remark expelled by Haddish the-wall climactic set pieces; Atomic Blonde never flags. Instead, it combines John Le Carre plotting with John Wick-esque stylish, graceful action. Thanks to its period setting and absolute gorgeousness, Atomic Blonde stands out from the dime-a-dozen action pack to which audiences have grown soporifically accustomed. By Drew Wheeler movies@flagpole.com

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THE BEGUILED (R) Surprisingly, Sofia Coppola’s Civil War slice of female empowerment is a remake of a nearly forgotten Clint Eastwood film. Having never seen the 1971 version, I can only imagine it pays more attention to Clint and less to the ladies than Coppola does in her slowcooked Southern Gothic stew. A wounded Union soldier, Cpl. John McBurney (Colin Farrell), takes refuge in a strictly run women’s school that happens to be home to Nicole Kidman, Kirsten Dunst and sultry-eyed Elle Fanning. As McBurney heals, the sexual tension rises (Christian charity? I think not), as does the cattiness among the women. Though the trailer presents a more menacing film (Fanning’s “Hope you like apple pie” line implies a bone-chilling fate), Coppola slowly increases the heat as McBurney’s desperation grows. Every performance in this rather small ensemble is strong, and the Oscar-winning filmmaker has not delivered both style and story with such control since Marie Antoinette. GIRLS TRIP (R) Talk about a movie that needs a better trailer. Had you sat through the preview as often as I have and heard Jennifer Haddish so forcibly repeat “Booty hole!” ad infinitum, you would not expect much laughter from this comedy either. Instead, Girls Trip is a raunchy, raucous riot,

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Caledonia Lounge · 9 p.m. · $8–10 There’s no shortage of post-punk bands flirting with success beyond indie spheres these days. Out of the wiry, angular and occasionally dreary bunch, Atlanta trio Omni is arguably the most promising with something still to prove. The group, which includes former Balkans and Deerhunter guitarist Frankie Broyles and former Warehouse drummer Doug Bleichner, is more danceable than Parquet Courts and more lighthearted than Preoccupations and Savages—a winning combination. Omni’s forthcoming sophomore album, Multi-task, due in late September, will certainly give the band a chance to cement its place among a field of taut peers. [Andy Barton]

Tuesday 1 COMEDY: OpenTOAD Comedy Open Mic (Flicker Theatre & Bar) This regular comedy open mic features established comedians and newcomers alike. 9 p.m. $5. www. flickertheatreandbar.com EVENTS: 1st Annual SUSTAIN Clarke Fundraiser Dinner (Clarke Middle School) Enjoy a full meal of dishes from various cultures. Proceeds support sustainable school projects of the Ag Ed, FCS and VISTA food security programs. 5 p.m. $10. sustainclarke@gmail.com EVENTS: Where’s Waldo in the ATH? Party (Avid Bookshop) (Five Points) Where’s Waldo in the ATH? is a contest in which miniature Waldos were hidden in local businesses around town. Prizes will be

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Flicker Theatre & Bar · 9 p.m. · $5 Freiburg, Germany-based group Ten Volt Shock makes no-holds-barred punk music that will appeal to fans of bygone noise-rock bands like Arab on Radar, Mclusky and Big Black. The decadeold three-piece, which shares its singer and guitarist with cult German punk act Kurt, continues to operate at full speed, steadily releasing new material and touring Europe and the U.S. to give audiences a taste of its nervy, pummeling sound. Doomy Swiss rockers YC-CY have also traveled all the way to Athens for Thursday’s Flicker show, which also features local thrash standouts Apparition and post-hardcore band Under a Sky So Blue. [Gabe Vodicka]

Hip Vintage & Handmade · 6–9 p.m. · FREE! In addition to Hip’s collection of antique and artist-made items, the shop hosts exhibitions that are celebrated on First Fridays. This month features sculptures by Leslie Lawson and illustrations by Michael McGill. Lawson, who opened Hip with her husband, moved from Athens to Holland in ’87, where she attended the Free Academy of Fine Art and ran an art school of her own in The Hague. Her sculptures range from pieces in plaster, clay and found objects to wallbound works constructed from industrial wood waste. Sandy Springs artist McGill creates cartoon drawings that depict his favorite interests: music, history, wine and nightlife. [Jessica Smith]

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drawn for contestants who found at least 20 of the 25 hidden Waldos. 6:30–7:30 p.m. FREE! www.avidbookshop.com GAMES: Trivia at the Rail (The Rail Athens) Trivia hosted by Nic every Tuesday. 10:30 p.m. FREE! 706354-7289 GAMES: Locos Trivia (Locos Grill & Pub) Westside and Eastside locations of Locos Grill and Pub feature trivia night every Tuesday. 8 p.m. FREE! www.locosgrill.com GAMES: Trivia (Hi-Lo Lounge) General trivia with host Jamie Pisarich. 8:30 p.m. FREE! 706-8508561 GAMES: Happy Hour Trivia (The Rook and Pawn) Hosted by James Majure. 6 p.m. FREE! www.therookandpawn.com GAMES: Full Contact Trivia (Blind Pig Tavern) (2301 College Station

Rd.) Every Tuesday. 8:30 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/blindpigtavern GAMES: Bingo (Ted’s Most Best) Win drinks, sweet treats and gift cards. Every Tuesday on the patio. 5–7 p.m. FREE! www.tedsmostbest.com KIDSTUFF: Back to School Storytime (Oconee County Library) Come for stories, songs, movement, crafts and fun. Aug. 1–2, 10 a.m. & 11 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary. org/oconee MEETINGS: ACC Democrats Happy Hour (Little Kings Shuffle Club) Discuss issues at the county, state and national level. 5:30–7 p.m. www.clarkedemocrats.com

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lights from the permanent collection. 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 EVENTS: Athens Farmers Market (Creature Comforts Brewery) Local and sustainable produce, meats, eggs, dairy, baked goods, prepared foods and crafts. Live music by Scarlett Stitched on Aug. 2. 4–7 p.m. FREE! www.athensfarmersmarket.net EVENTS: Roller Derby Boot Camp (Fun Galaxy) Find out what it takes to become a Classic City Rollergirl. Bring a water bottle and wear comfortable athletic clothes. July 31 & Aug. 2, 5:30–9 p.m. Aug. 5,

ATHICA · 6–9 p.m. · Donations suggested Anyone who’s contemplated what to do with unwanted CDs or DVDs should take note of Leticia Bajuyo’s sculptural work. “Leticia Bajuyo: Event Horizon” weaves these reflective, rainbow-colored plastics into a large-scale shape, while theremins add interactive sound elements. ATHICA’s installation is presented in conjunction with “Leticia Bajuyo: In-Finity” at the Smith-Williams Gallery at Piedmont College in Demorest. Both exhibitions will remain on view through Sept. 10, and the Smith-Williams Gallery will host an artist talk with Bajuyo Sept. 8. Recently a professor at Hanover College in Indiana, Bajuyo will begin work as a professor of sculpture at Texas A&M this fall. [JS]

8:30–11 a.m. www.classiccityrollergirls.com FILM: Summer Movie Night (Georgia Theatre) “Sci-Fi Night” will screen The Fifth Element and Starship Troopers. 7 p.m. FREE! www.georgiatheatre.com FILM: Cult Classic Wednesday (The Foundry) Watch National Lampoon’s Vacation on the big screen. 7:30 p.m. FREE! www.thefoundryathens.com GAMES: Geeks Who Drink Trivia (Blind Pig Tavern) (Washington St.) Play to win. 8 p.m. FREE! www.fullcontacttrivia.wordpress.com GAMES: Dirty Bingo (Grindhouse Killer Burgers) Hosted by Garrett Lennox. 8 p.m. FREE! www.grindhouseburgers.com GAMES: Trivia (Your Pie) (Eastside) Every Wednesday. 7–9 p.m. FREE! www.yourpie.com

GAMES: Trivia (Copper Creek Brewing Company) Test your trivia chops for prizes! Every Wednesday. 8 p.m. FREE! 706-546-1102 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 KIDSTUFF: Ice Cream Day (Madison County Library, Danielsville) Have ice cream at the library with the Madison County Farm Bureau. 2 p.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/madison KIDSTUFF: Back to School Storytime (Bogart Library) Children of all ages are invited for a special back to school story. 10:30 k continued on next page

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THE CALENDAR! a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/ bogart KIDSTUFF: Kittens Cuddle Party (Oconee County Library) Join the Athens Area Humane Society for an evening of playing with kittens. Grades 6–12. 6 p.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/oconee LECTURES & LIT: Word of Mouth Poetry (The Globe) Open mic poetry readings. This month’s featured reader is Franklin Abbott. 8–11 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ athenswordofmouth

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PERFORMANCE: Athens Dancefx Explosion (40 Watt Club) Dancefx presents a student choreography showcase competition. 7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (performance). $5. www.dancefx.org

Friday 4 ART: Opening Reception (Hip Vintage and Handmade) See cartoons and illustrations by Michael McGill and sculptures by Leslie Lawson. 6–9 p.m. FREE! www. hipvintagehandmade.com CLASSES: iPad Basics (Oconee County Library) Learn how to navigate and protect your iPad. Registration required. 2–4 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee COMEDY: Dannette Flint (The Foundry) Comedian Dannette Flint shares the stage with local pianist Sean Vanmeter and guest Hooch Holler. 7 p.m. $10 (adv.), $12 (door). www.thefoundryathens.com EVENTS: We Will Not Be Silent (Trio Contemporary Art Gallery) A night of performance held in conjunction with the exhibition “Nasty Women Athens.” Performances by Andrea Boyd, Jennie Cain, Erica Parson, Andrea Wellnitz and more. See Art Notes on p. 15. 7 p.m. $5 suggested donation. trioathens.com EVENTS: Friday Night Paddles (Sandy Creek Park) Experience the moon over Lake Chapman as you paddle around in a canoe or kayak. For ages 18 & older. Pre-registration required. 8–10 p.m. $8–12. $8–12. www.athensclarkecounty.com/leisure KIDSTUFF: Back 2 School Bash (Lay Park) Bid farewell to summer with face painting, games, inflatables, music and giveaways. The police and fire departments will have vehicles for kids to explore. 6–8:30 p.m. FREE! www.athensclarkecounty. com/leisure LECTURES & LIT: Perk & Pages (Oconee County Library) Join the library for a cup of joe. Complimentary coffee to go along with your reading. 10 a.m.–12 p.. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee

Popcorn and drinks provided. Ages 13 and up. 2 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/madison KIDSTUFF: Back to School Bash (Rock Eagle 4H Center) Watch Disney’s Moana on a large outdoor screen right by the pool. Rock Eagle will host a cookout and provide sweet snacks. 6:30 p.m. $3. jtorhan1@uga.edu LECTURES & LIT: Meet the Author (Barnes & Noble) Local author, actor and minister G. Richard Hoard will sign and talk about his latest novel, The Missing Boys. 2 p.m. FREE! www.bn.com PERFORMANCE: Burlesque Beta: Geek Chic (Go Bar) Secret City’s performers serve you some Neil Degrasse Tyson realness. 9 p.m. $5. www.secretcityathens.com

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Monday 7 GAMES: Dirty South Trivia: Sex, Drugs and Rock and Roll (Grindhouse Killer Burgers) Team trivia contests with house cash prizes every Monday night. 8 p.m. FREE! www.grindhouseburgers.com GAMES: Geeks Who Drink Trivia (Highwire Lounge) Test your general knowledge for prizes. 8–10 p.m. FREE! highwirelounge.com KIDSTUFF: Teen Library Council (Oconee County Library) Have a say in future YA events. Grades 6–12. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/ oconee

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ART: Arts and Drafts (Southern Brewing Company) The new series of monthly exhibitions begins with featured artist Christopher Ingham, who creates linoleum cuts and woodcuts influenced by geometry, language and cultural imagery of the Americas. 5–9 p.m. $12. www. sobrewco.com CLASSES: Knit Happens (Oconee County Library) Beginners can learn how to knit and intermediate knitters can get help on projects. 2 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee EVENTS: Wine Tastings (Normal Bazaar) Held every Thursday. 5–7 p.m. EVENTS: Black (Ale) to School (Hendershot’s Coffee Bar) Creature Comforts presents a limited release of their Black Ale. Old Skool features Jason Fuller, Seth Hendershot, Aaaron Trubic and Ansley Stewart. 8–11 p.m. FREE! www.hendershotscoffee.com GAMES: Music Trivia (Saucehouse Barbeque) Meet at the bar for a round of trivia. 8 p.m. FREE! www. facebook.com/saucehousebbq GAMES: Friday Night Magic Draft (Tyche’s Games) Win prizes. 5:30 p.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com GAMES: Bingo (Walker’s Coffee & Pub) (Basement) Play for house cash. 9:30 p.m. www.facebook.com/ walkerspub KIDSTUFF: Acting Workshop (Madison County Library, Danielsville) Toi Mekhi of STAR Academy will go over basics in pantomime, improvisation, scene study and auditions. Ages 8–14. Registration recommended. 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/ madison LECTURES & LIT: Solar Eclipse (ACC Library) Local scientist Dr. Maurice Snook will present a program on how to view the upcoming August eclipse. 6 p.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/athens LECTURES & LIT: Athens Sustainability Summit and Clean Energy Roadshow (Holiday Inn) Commissioner Tim Echols and State Representative Spencer Frye host panels of experts in energy efficiency, utilities, renewable energy, alternative fuel vehicles and more. Lunch is provided. 9 a.m.–4 p.m. FREE! www.cleanenergyroadshow.com/events LECTURES & LIT: After the End: A Post-Apocalyptic Book Group (ACC Library) This month’s title is American War by Omar El Akkad. 7 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/ athens OUTDOORS: Nature Ramblers (State Botanical Garden of Georgia) (Meet at Shade Garden Arbor) Learn more about flora and fauna of the garden while enjoying fresh air and inspirational readings. Ramblers are encouraged to bring their own nature writings or favorite poems and essays to share with the group. 8:30 a.m. FREE! www.botgarden.uga.edu

EVENTS: Athens Cars (Southern Brewing Company) See cool cars. Live music by Sacred Hollow and snacks by Streets Cafe food trick. 2:30 p.m. $12 (tour). www. sobrewco.com EVENTS: Grateful Day (Terrapin Beer Co.) Celebrate Jerry’s birthday with screenings of Grateful Dead shows, food by The Fish Shack, a tie dye station, and the release of Dave’s Note Here, a dank IPA. 1–7:30 p.m. www.terrapinbeer.com EVENTS: Community Clothing Closet (Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints) Shop for free donated clothing. Men’s, women’s, children’s and “dress for sucess” sections will offer clean, lightly used clothing. 9 a.m.–1 p.m. FREE! communityclothingcloset1@gmail.com

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Saturday 5 ART: Opening Reception (Athens Institute for Contemporary Art: ATHICA) “Event Horizon” features sculptures from discarded technology by Leticia Bajuyo. See Calendar Pick on p. 17. 6–9 p.m. Donations encouraged. www.athica.org CLASSES: Open Body, Quiet Mind (Fuel Hot Yoga) This yin and meditation workshop focuses on quieting the mind, relieving stress and improving focus. 1:30 p.m. FREE! (members), $18. www.cundybryson. com EVENTS: Monthly Saturday Wine Tasting (Shiraz) Sample four wines and a gourmet bite. 1–5 p.m. $5. www.facebook.com/shirazathens EVENTS: Roller Derby Boot Camp (Fun Galaxy) See Wednesday listing for full description July 31 & Aug. 2, 5:30–9 p.m. Aug. 5, 8:30–11 a.m. www.classiccityrollergirls.com EVENTS: West Broad Farmers Market (West Broad Market Garden) Shop for fresh and affordable produce and prepared foods. The market also includes kids activities, cooking demonstrations, educational booths and entertainment. This week features Turnip the Beats with live music from SongFarmers, Greg Wagstaff Ukele Group, David Court and more. 9 a.m.–1 p.m. FREE! www.athenslandtrust.org

EVENTS: 2nd Tuesday Wine Tasting (Heirloom Cafe and Fresh Market) This month features “bbq and tailgate wines.” 6 p.m. $20. www.heirloomathens.com GAMES: Locos Trivia (Locos Grill & Pub) See Tuesday listing for full description 8 p.m. FREE! www. locosgrill.com GAMES: Trivia (Hi-Lo Lounge) See Tuesday listing for full description 8:30 p.m. FREE! 706-850-8561 GAMES: Trivia at the Rail (The Rail Athens) Trivia hosted by Nic every Tuesday. 10:30 p.m. FREE! 706354-7289 GAMES: Happy Hour Trivia (The Rook and Pawn) See Tuesday listing for full description 6 p.m. FREE! www.therookandpawn.com GAMES: Bingo (Ted’s Most Best) Win drinks, sweet treats and gift cards. Every Tuesday on the patio. 5–7 p.m. FREE! www.tedsmostbest.com GAMES: Full Contact Trivia (Blind Pig Tavern) See Tuesday listing for full description 8:30 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/blindpigtavern KIDSTUFF: Adventure Club (Madison County Library, Danielsville) Participants will learn about far-off places with Carley Guillorn. Ages 5–10. 4:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/ madison KIDSTUFF: Toddler Tuesday (Georgia Museum of Art) Families and children 18 months–3 years can take a tour tailored for young children, listen to stories and participate in a hands-on activity. This month’s theme is Martin Johnson Heade. 10 a.m. FREE! callan@uga.edu, www. georgiamuseum.org MEETINGS: Cotton Patch Quilters (Lyndon House Arts Center) Quilter, designer and author Shannon Brinkley is this month’s speaker. 7 p.m. FREE! www.cpquilters.org

Under the direction of UGA professor Elizabeth Hatmaker, art students created a project to protect the roots of Georgia’s second largest sassafras tree from being de-barked by horses. After building a fence, the students installed wind horses (flags) and whirligigs to help keep horses away. EVENTS: CBGB Athens (The Office Lounge) Live music by Brother Wayne Kramer (MC5), Richard Lloyd Group (Television), Peter Holsapple (dB’s), Dashboard Saviors, Dana Downs and Michael Guthrie. Activities include a red carpet, butcher paper for creating graffiti and art, and a live auction. Proceeds benefit Athens area homeless veterans. 7 p.m. $20–25. www.artist2artist.net EVENTS: Athens Farmers Market (Bishop Park) Local and sustainable produce, meats, eggs, dairy, baked goods, prepared foods, crafts and live music. 8 a.m. FREE! www.athensfarmersmarket.net GAMES: Shadowrun RPG Demo (Tyche’s Games) Visit Seattle in 2071, when magic and megacorps clash. 12 p.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com KIDSTUFF: Teen Movie (Madison County Library, Danielsville)

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PERFORMANCE: Athens Showgirl Cabaret (The Pub at Gameday) The Athens Showgirl Cabaret presents performances. Dotte Comm from Atlanta makes a guest appearance. 10:30 p.m. $3. www.athensshowgirlcabaret.com

Sunday 6 EVENTS: Get Together: Oneon-one Conversations Across the Color Line (ACC Library) The Athens Anti-Discrimnation Movement presents an opportunity to get past stereotypes. Attendees will be paired up with various people they do not know and provided with conversation starters over the sound system. 3:30 p.m. FREE! patricia. priest@yahoo.com GAMES: Netrunner Open Play (Tyche’s Games) All are welcome to

KIDSTUFF: Nerd Herd (Oconee County Library) Hang out with fellow nerds for a low-key hour of fun. Grades 6–12. 7 p.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/oconee KIDSTUFF: Open Chess Play for Kids and Teens (ACC Library) Teen chess players can play matches and learn from members of the local Chess and Community Players, who will be on hand to assist players and help build skill levels. For ages 7–18. Registration required. 4–5:30 p.m. FREE! 706-613-3650

Tuesday 8 CLASSES: Introduction to PowerPoint (ACC Library) Learn the basics of PowerPoint 2013. Registration required. 10–11:30 a.m. FREE! 706-613-3615, www. athenslibrary.org

ART: Artful Conversation (Georgia Museum of Art) Callan Steinmann, associate curator of education, leads a tour of Paul Cadmus’ painting “Playground.” 2 p.m. FREE! www. georgiamuseum.org ART: WUGA’s Artists in Residence Series (Contact for Location) See the home of printer and textile designer Sara Parker. 3–5 p.m. $10–15. 706-542-9842, thaxtona@ uga.edu, www.wuga.org CLASSES: Gardening Class (ACC Library) This month’s topic is “Introduction to Woody Ornamentals.” 6 p.m. FREE! atedrow@uga.edu CLASSES: Illustrator for Beginners (ACC Library) Learn how to create graphics with vectors using Adobe Illustrator. This is ideal for logos or artwork you want to print in multiple sizes. Registration required. 7 p.m. FREE! 706-6133650, www.athenslibrary.org/athens EVENTS: Rabbit Box (The Foundry) Storytellers share true-life tales. This month theme is “I Didn’t Sign On For This.” 7 p.m. $7. thefoundryathens.com EVENTS: Athens Farmers Market (Creature Comforts Brewery) See Wednesday listing for full description 4–7 p.m. FREE! www.athensfarmersmarket.net GAMES: Trivia (Your Pie) (Eastside) Every Wednesday. 7–9 p.m. FREE! www.yourpie.com GAMES: Trivia (Copper Creek Brewing Company) See Wednesday listing for full description 8 p.m. FREE! 706-546-1102 GAMES: Dirty South Trivia (Mellow Mushroom) See Wednesday listing for full description 8 p.m. FREE! 706-613-0892

The Foundry Terrapin Tuesday. 7 p.m. $5. www. thefoundryathens.com DRIFTWOOD Local Americana collective plays darkly accented folk music. Georgia Theatre On the Rooftop. 9 p.m. FREE! www. georgiatheatre.com CARLA LE FEVER AND THE RAYS Old-school funk covers and originals and sweet, sappy pop covers and originals. Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 6 p.m. FREE! www.hendershotscoffee. com PIANO HAPPY HOUR Jason Fuller, Bart King, Grant Cowan, Caroline Aiken and guests play piano songs in the round. 8:30 p.m. www.hendershotscoffee.com PERIOD SIX Playing a unique blend of jazz standards featuring collective communication and soulful improvisation. Nowhere Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-4742 JOHN SWILLEY Local songwriter who blends gritty Southern rock, sultry R&B and Delta blues. The World Famous 9 p.m. www.facebook.com/theworldfamousathens FIRST TUESDAYS A monthly hiphop showcase hosted by Montu Miller and Chief Rocka. This edition features E.M.G., Troy the Rapper, Eli Eternal, Seline Haze and Mula Meech. Plus, another installment of the Beat Wars battle series.

Wednesday 2 Boar’s Head Lounge 10 p.m. FREE! 706-369-3040 OPEN MIC A weekly open-mic jam. Creature Comforts Brewery Athens Farmers Market. 5 p.m. FREE! www.athensfarmersmarket.net SCARLET STITCH Straight-up rock and roll band playing an acoustic set. Flicker Theatre & Bar 10 p.m. $5. www.flickertheatreandbar. com PAVEL CHEKOV Powerviolence band from Dallas, TX.

Iron Factory 8 p.m. FREE! 706-395-6877 BLUES JAM Hosted by Jesse Mariah. Bring your voice and instruments. Nowhere Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-4742 REV. TRIBBLE AND THE DEACONS Good old-fashioned rock and roll with a sprinkle of good-humored irreverance. The Office Lounge 8 p.m. FREE! 706-546-0840 KARAOKE With your host Lynn. Every Wednesday! Porterhouse Grill 6:30 p.m. FREE! 706-369-0990 JAZZ NIGHT The longest standing weekly music gig in Athens! Enjoy an evening of original music, improv and standards.

Thursday 3 The Bar-B-Que Shack 7 p.m. FREE! 706-613-6752 BLUEGRASS JAM Bring your own instrument! All pickers are welcome every Thursday. Caledonia Lounge 9 p.m. $8 (21+), $10 (18-20). www. caledonialounge.com OMNI Lo-fi pop band from Atlanta featuring former members of Deerhunter and Carnivores. See Calendar Pick on p. 17. NEIGHBOR LADY Twangy, melodic rock group led by local singersongwriter Emily Braden. JUAN DE FUCA Driving indie-rock band fronted by local songwriter Jack Cherry. DEAD NEIGHBORS This local band plays shoegaze-inspired garagerock. Flicker Theatre & Bar 9 p.m. www.flickertheatreandbar.com APPARITION New local band playing hardcore thrash. TEN VOLT SHOCK German punk band with a noisy, brutal sound. See Calendar Pick on p. 17. YC-CY Swiss group with a dark, damaged punk sound. UNDER A SKY SO BLUE Athensbased screamo band. The Foundry 7 p.m. FREE! www.thefoundryathens. com KIP JONES & FRIENDS Playing ‘70s singer-songwriter covers on the patio terrace.

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Georgia Theatre On the Rooftop. 6 p.m. FREE! www. georgiatheatre.com REV. TRIBBLE AND THE DEACONS Good old-fashioned rock and roll with a sprinkle of good-humored irreverance. On the Rooftop. 8 p.m. FREE! www. georgiatheatre.com YOUNG MISTER Steven Fiore and his band play catchy, psychedelic Americana. On the Rooftop. 10 p.m. FREE! www. georgiatheatre.com TRAP HOUSE FRIDAYS Featuring a performance by Caulfield and a DJ set from Trap Snacks.

No. 3 Railroad Street 8 p.m. www.3railroad.org TOMMY WOMACK Nashville-based author and singer-songwriter who fronted the post-punk band Government Cheese.

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Nowhere Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-4742 SOUL MECHANICS Progressive funk/jam band out of Chattanooga, TN. Nuçiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Space 7 p.m. FREE! www.nuci.org CAMP AMPED 10-YEAR ANNIVERSARY Nuciâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Space celebrates a decade of Camp Amped, with music from The Voltures, Freaky Styley, Jordan Rhym, The Dookie Brothers, Ethan Crump and the White Rabbit Collective.

Georgia Theatre On the Rooftop. 8 p.m. FREE! www. georgiatheatre.com CORDOVAS Americana-influenced rock and roll group from Nashville, TN. On the Rooftop. 10:30 p.m. www.georgiatheatre.com BOOTY BOYZ DJs Immuzikation, Twin Powers and Z-Dog spin dance hits into the night. The summer â&#x20AC;&#x153;VSâ&#x20AC;? series pits two musical powerhouses against each other each week. Go Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-5609 DJ MAHOGANY Popular local DJ spins freaky funk, sultry soul, righteous R&B and a whole lotta unexpected faves. Hendershotâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Coffee Bar 8 p.m. www.hendershotscoffee.com ONE TON TOMATO Calypso and Latin jazz ensemble led by local musician Tony McCutcheon. 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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Sunday 6 ACC Library 3 p.m. FREE! 706-613-3650 ATHENS RECORDER QUARTET & FRIENDS Ellen Ritchey, Lisa Bartholow, Tracie Brown, Michael Lacher, John Tsao and Roger Vogel play recorders. Cali â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Nâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Titoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Eastside 7 p.m. FREE! 706-355-7087 THE LUCKY JONES Rockinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; rhythm and blues from this local band. Hendershotâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Coffee Bar 7:30 p.m. www.hendershotscoffee.com KLEZMER LOCAL 42 Local sevenpiece klezmer band specializing in Jewish and gypsy music and featuring Dan Horowitz of Five Eight. Iron Factory 9 p.m. FREE! 706-395-6877 PARADISE PATIO A weekly LGBTQfriendly series focusing on eclectic

The Young Step plays Nowhere Bar on Thursday, Aug. 3. explores the outer fringes of free rock. GODDESS COMPLEX Local experimental project. JOHN KIRAN FERNANDES The local experimental musician and constant collaborator performs a solo set. KILLICK & MONIQUE OSORIO Local avant-garde pioneer Killick Hinds is joined by vocalist Monique Osorio. MICHAEL POTTER Local guitarist creates a blend of ambient folk and psychedelic songs and soundscapes. Hendershotâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Coffee Bar 8 p.m. www.hendershotscoffee.com STICKS AND BONES Local rock group featuring Barry Marler (Dreams So Real), Jamie Derevere, Darrin Cook and Bo Hembree. 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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The Office Lounge 6 p.m. 706-546-0840 REV. CONNER MACK TRIBBLE Tribble is a Georgia rock and roll fixture. Every Friday! 9 p.m. FREE! 706-549-0840 KARAOKE With your host Lynn, the Queen of Karaoke!

Saturday 5 Caledonia Lounge 9 p.m. $5 (21+), $7 (18-20). www. caledonialounge.com DANGFLY Local, all-star melodic rock band led by songwriter and guitarist Adam Payne. CREE MO Rock, blues, jazz and soul are mixed together into a smooth, intoxicating concoction of original music. CONVINCE THE KID New local alternative rock band. 40 Watt Club 10 p.m. $2. www.40watt.com â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;80S DANCE PARTY Dance to your favorite tunes from the 1980s.

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! Iron Factory 10:30 p.m. FREE! 706-395-6877 BITTER Punk rock four-piece from Atlanta. WF ADDAMS New local indie rock band featuring members of Juna and Malevich. NIHILIST CHEERLEADER Local buzz band plays energetic, lo-fi dance-punk.

techno and deep-house electronica, hosted by DJ Zelium. The World Famous 9 p.m. www.facebook.com/theworldfamousathens LOOMING Eclectic indie-pop group from Springfield, IL. SHERRY New York-based psych-pop project. LOLA TRIED Four-piece rock band from Austin, TX. GARY EDDY Local psychedelic singer-songwriter plays a solo set.

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Georgia Theatre On the Rooftop. 9 p.m. FREE! www. georgiatheatre.com THE BROOMESTIX Soulful, funky 10-piece jam band from Nashville.

The Office Lounge 6 p.m. $20 (adv.), $25 (door). www. facebook.com/athensA2A CBGB ATHENS A star-studded benefit show to support local homeless

Go Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-5609 DJ MAHOGANY Popular local DJ spins freaky funk, sultry soul, righteous R&B and a whole lotta faves.

Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 8 p.m. FREE! hendershotscoffee.com OPEN MIC Showcase your talent at this open mic night every Monday. Hosted by Larry Forte. Nowhere Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-4742 BLUES NIGHT WITH BIG C Nobody in Athens sings the blues quite like Big C. Expect lots of soulful riffs, covers and originals. The World Famous 9 p.m. www.facebook.com/theworldfamousathens IMMATERIAL POSSESSION New, Atlanta-based duo.

Tuesday 8 Flicker Theatre & Bar 9 p.m. www.flickertheatreandbar.com JOHN & KIRAN FERNANDES Father and son team up for an experimental instrumental set. JACOB SUNDERLIN Local musician who incorporates elements of noise, folk, ambient and drone.

Hagood, showcases acoustic solo sets from talented singersongwriters from Athens and across the country. 10 p.m. 706-546-4742 SOGGY PO’ BOYS Swinging, sevenpiece New Orleans jazz band.

Wednesday 9 Boar’s Head Lounge 10 p.m. FREE! 706-369-3040 OPEN MIC A weekly open-mic jam. 40 Watt Club 7 p.m. www.athenspopfest.com ATHENS POPFEST Featuring White Violet (7:30 p.m.), Happy Abandon (8:15 p.m.), Rat Fancy (9 p.m.), Kleenex Girl Wonder (10 p.m.), Feather Trade (11 p.m.), The Veldt (12 a.m.) and Elf Power (1 a.m.). Georgia Theatre On the Rooftop. 7 p.m. FREE! www. georgiatheatre.com JAY GONZALEZ Drive-By Truckers’ keyboardist plays your favorite yacht rock, singer-songwriter, power-pop,

The Office Lounge 8 p.m. FREE! 706-546-0840 KARAOKE With your host Lynn. Every Wednesday! Porterhouse Grill 6:30 p.m. FREE! 706-369-0990 JAZZ NIGHT Enjoy an evening of original music, improv and standards.

Down the Line 8/10 BLUEGRASS JAM (The Bar-BQue Shack) 8/10 OAK HOUSE / EASTER ISLAND (Caledonia Lounge) 8/10 KATIE COLLINS / LYDIA SERA / LUCAS O’CONNELL (Flicker Theatre & Bar) 8/10 ATHENS POPFEST / Red Pony Clock / Palehound / The Gotobeds / Marshmallow Coast / Antlered Aunt Lord / Waxahatchee / The Apples in Stereo (Georgia Theatre) 8/10 ATHENS POPFEST / Ancient Whales / DieAlps! / Heavenly Creatures / Outer Spaces (Little Kings Shuffle Club)

Klezmer Local 42 plays Hendershot’s Coffee bar on Sunday, Aug. 6. LYDIA BRAMBILA Local singersongwriter and member of Outersea plays a solo set. The Foundry Terrapin Tuesday. 7 p.m. $5. www. thefoundryathens.com WEST KING STRING BAND Bluegrass outfit from St. Augustine, FL. Georgia Theatre On the Rooftop. 7 p.m. FREE! www. georgiatheatre.com NIGHT FEVER New duo featuring Ansley Stewart and Jason Fuller playing ‘70s hits. On the Rooftop. 11 p.m. FREE! www. georgiatheatre.com ANDY BRUH Local DJ Andy Herrington spins and mixes dubstep, EDM and bass music. Go Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-5609 VOLT Athens-based heavy rock duo. BLUE BODIES New local punk band. QUEST GIVER New local experimental indie trio. Nowhere Bar 9 p.m. 706-546-4742 TUESDAY NIGHT CONFESSIONAL This series, hosted by Fester

British Invasion, originals and TV theme songs. On the Rooftop. 9 p.m. FREE! www. georgiatheatre.com LIQUID DYNAMITE Local drummer phenom Dwayne Holloway leads this four-piece through improvised jazz, blues, and funk. The Globe 10 p.m. $2 (headphone rental). 706353-4721 SILENT DISCO Dance with wireless headphones and three channels of music. One of them is a request line! Little Kings Shuffle Club 2 p.m. www.athenspopfest.com ATHENS POPFEST Featuring Emileigh Ireland (2 p.m.), Forresters (3:15 p.m.), COEDS (4 p.m.) and Divine Feed (4:45 p.m.). Locos Grill & Pub 6 p.m. FREE! 706-549-7700 (Timothy Road location) SALLY AND THE SIX GRAND Oldtime rock band. Nowhere Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-4742 RICHARD CHAMBERLAIN Local acoustic singer-songwriter and member of Mama’s Love.

8/10 ATHENS POPFEST / Procedure Club / Casper & the Cookies (The World Famous) 8/11 HANNIE AND THE SLOBS / BIG BLISS (Flicker Theatre & Bar) 8/11 CRESTON MAXEY BAND / FIVE SPEED / JORDAN ROWE (The Foundry) 8/11 ATHENS POPFEST / Einschlagen / Big Quiet / R. Ring / Laetitia Sadier / Eureka California / Superchunk (Georgia Theatre) 8/11 NSM (Hendershot’s Coffee Bar) 8/11 ATHENS POPFEST / Growl / Schande / Très Oui / Big Fresh (Little Kings Shuffle Club) 8/11 ATHENS POPFEST / Matt Harnish / Claire Cronin (The World Famous) 8/12 OTP FEST / Broken Glow / BullMoose / Burns Like Fire / Crabhammer / Eliminate Earth / Ganges Phalanges / Gloom Cocoon / Go-Nowheres / Hunger Anthem / Joy Kills / KarbomB / The Lone Deaf PigDog / Nightmare Coast / Pansy / Resident One / The Sawed Offs / The Taj Motel Trio / X-Ray Vision (Caledonia Lounge) 8/12 TEARS FOR THE DYING / UNUS MUNDUS / DAVIS RIPLEY KELLER (Flicker Theatre & Bar)

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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. Deadlines Sept. 15 and Dec. 15. info@athensarts. org, www.athensarts.org ATHICA 2017 Juried Exhibition (Athens Institute for Contemporary Art: ATHICA) The gallery’s third juried show will be juried by Harry H. DeLorme, Jr., New Media Curator of Telfair Museums in Savannah. Up to three pieces may be submitted for review. Deadline Aug. 15. $25. info@athica.org, www.athica.org AthFest Educates Grant (Athens, GA) Individuals from nonprofit organizations, public schools or government agencies serving you in grades K-8 can apply for grants. Grants can be used for music and arts based non-consumable equipment, programs and experiences, and professional development for educators or youth specialists. AthFest Educates awards up to $25,000 per grant cycle. 706-5481973, director@athfesteducates.org, athfesteducates.org Exhibition Proposals (Lyndon House Arts Center) The center reviews proposals for future art exhibitions twice annually. Exhibitions can be by local, regional, national or international artists, exchange exhibitions from other states and countries, invitational or juried exhibitions, themed exhibitions or exhibitions of historical works owned by local collectors. Due date Sept. 20. www.athensclarkecounty.com/6657/ exhibition-proposal-form Indie South Fair (Multiple Locations) Fall Market. Deadline July 31. Market on Sept. 9, 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Sunday Holiday Market at Monday Night Brewing in Atlanta. Deadline Oct. 16. Event on Dec. 10, 11 a.m.–6 p.m. Holiday Hooray at 660 N. Chase St. Deadline Sept. 25. Market on Dec. 2, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. and Dec. 3, 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Find applications on website. www. indiesouthfair.com

AWE-Wakening: Adult Mentoring Program (Private land in Oglethorpe County) This program is spread out over seven weekends throughout the year. Activities include games, play, exploration, wandering and quiet spaces. Begins Sept. 16. $645. 706-255-8937, sara@wildintelligence.org Active Hope Two-Day Workshop (Earthsong) Based on the work of Joanna Macy, this participatory workshop is designed to transform fear and despair into inspiration and empowerment. Sept. 9, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. $135. shannon@ wildintelligence.org Aquatics Fitness Programs (Multiple Locations) “Aqua Aerobics” is held at Memorial Park Pool on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at 6 p.m. and Saturdays 10 a.m. through Aug. 5. $5 per class. “Adult Lap Swim” is held at Bishop Park Pool on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays at 6:30 a.m. & 11:30 a.m. $55. 706613-3589, www.athensclarkecounty. com/leisure Art Classes (Lyndon House Arts Center) Courses for adults include painting, ceramics, metalsmithing, photography, jewelry, printmaking and more. Registration begins Aug. 5. Register online. 706-613-3623, www.athensclarkecounty.com/leisure Beekeeping for Beginners (State Botanical Garden of Georgia) A seven-part series covers the fundamentals of beekeeping. Topics include beekeeping basics, care and feeding of honeybees, ABC’s of assembling a beehive, spring hive management, installing bees, products from the hive, and overwintering your hive. Sundays through Aug. 13. $35/class, $215/series. www. botgarden.uga.edu Building Connections (State Botanical Garden of Georgia) Wild Intelligence leads an eight-week nature connection course for adults. Begins Oct. 4, 5:30–7:30 p.m. $155. www.wildintelligence.org Classes (OCAF, Watkinsville) In “Testing the Waters,” Dana Wildsmith leads a three-session workshop for first-time fiction writers. Aug. 12, 19, 26, 9:30 a.m.–12 p.m. $140. “Watercolor: Painting Values & Color with Kie Johnson.” Wednesdays, Sept. 13–Oct. 18, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. $285. “Portait Painting in Oils with Abner Cope.” Saturdays, Oct. 7–Nov. 18, 10 a.m.–1 p.m. $190. In “ABC’s of Writing for Children,” author Gail Karwoski discusses the ins and outs of constructing picture books, categories of kids’ books and more. Saturdays, Oct. 28–Nov. 11. $120. Contact to register. www.ocaf.com Clay Classes (Good Dirt) Weekly “Try Clay” classes ($20/person) introduce participants to the potter’s wheel every Friday from 7–9 p.m. “Family Try Clay” classes show children and adults hand-building methods every Sunday from 2–4 p.m. $20. 706-355-3161, www. gooddirt.net

Auditions A Christmas Story (Memorial Park, Quinn Hall) Athens Creative Theatre hosts auditions for the classic holiday musical based on the popular film. Auditions are on Aug. 7–8, 6–8 p.m. Performances will be held Nov. 9–12 at the Morton Theatre. Call or email to schedule an audition appointment. 706-6133628, daniel.self@athensclarke county.com Romeo & Juliet (Rose Hall) Rose of Athens hosts Shakepeare’s star-crossed love story. Prepare a one-minute classical monologue. Contact for audition time. Also hiring for a stage manager, costume designer and set builder. Email resumes. Auditions on Aug. 8, 6–9 p.m. 706-340-9181, danielle@ roseofathens.org

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Continuing Education Classes (Athens Technical College) “Increasing Efficiency: Excel Level II.” Aug. 23, 8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. $99. 706-369-5763, bruiz@athenstech.edu, www.athens tech.edu Dance Class Registration (East Athens Educational Dance Center) Registration begins Aug. 5. Offering classes for beginners through advanced students. Classes include ballet, modern dance, tap and more. Children, teens and adults. 706-613-3624, www.athens clarkecounty.com/leisure Fireproof Your Marriage Conference (Winterville First Baptist Church) Harris and Phyllis Malcom of the Sherwood Pictures movie Fireproof lead a conference. Meals included. Pre-registration required. Aug. 11, 5:30 p.m. & Aug. 12, 3 p.m. $65/couple. www.wintervillefbc.org Flower Arranging (State Botanical Garden of Georgia) The five-part certification series covers “Line Mass Design,” “Foliage Design,” “Creative and Miniature Design” and more. Begins Aug. 8, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. $45 per unit. botgarden. uga.edu G.E.D. Tutoring (First Baptist Church) Professional educators offer idividualized tutoring for adults. Meets every Monday and Wednesday, 12:15–2:15 p.m. FREE! 706-548-6600, www.firstbaptist athens.org Hot Yoga (Fuel Hot Yoga) Classes in hot yoga are offered seven days a week. Beginners welcome. Student discounts available. 706-353-9642, www.fuelhotyoga.com Kitty Yoga (Memorial Park) Meowmaste! Circle of Friends Animal Society hosts a special hour of yoga with free-roaming and adoptable cats. Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. Donations and cat supplies are appreciated. 706-613-3580 Therapeutic Yoga (m3yoga, 159 Oneta St., Unit 4) m3yoga specializes in the healing aspects of yoga. All ages and experience levels welcome. Check website for classes. www.m3yoga.com Zumba and Boot Camp Fitness Programs (East Athens Community Center) Zumba for ages 16 & up is held Mondays, Aug. 14–Nov. 6, 6–7 p.m. and Saturdays, Aug. 19–Nov. 11, 10–11 a.m. $5–7.50/class. Bootcamp covers circuit training and intervals to improve the heart and muscular health of participants of all fitness levels. Wednesdays, Sept. 6–Oct. 25, 7–8 p.m. $5/class. www.athens clarkecounty.com/fitness

Help Out Community Clothing Closet (The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints) Seeking donations of clean, lightly used clothing, especially professional clothing that can be worn to job interviews. Men’s, women’s and children’s clothing will be offered on Aug. 5. communityclothingcloset1@gmail.com

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Southern Brewing Company will host an Arts and Drafts on Thursday, Aug. 3 from 5–9 p.m. with printmaker Christopher Ingham. Disabled American Veterans Network (Athens, GA) Seeking volunteers to drive veterans to their medical appointments and assisting in the office with scheduling and dispatching. Contact Donna Ingram, volunteer coordinator, at 1-800-8365561 ext. 5959 or donna.ingram@ va.gov Gallery Volunteers (Athens Institute for Contemporary Art: ATHICA) The gallery is seeking volunteers to assist in opening the gallery during exhibitions, preparing exhibitions, photography, graphic design and more. Must be at least 18 years old. volunteers@athica.org, www.athica.org Project TAKEcare (Multiple Locations) Seeking donations of toothbrushers, toothpaste, deodorant, soaps, shampoo, sealable storage bags and more. Donations will be packaged and provided to ACCUG public safety officers to distribute to those in need. Drop off items to 375 Satula Ave., 3035 Lexington Rd. or 2555 Lexington Rd. through Aug. 7. kendra.houghton@ athensclarkecounty.com Seeking Mentors (PALS Institute) Women to the World offers programs for obtaining a GED, computer literacy, language and job-skill training. 706-548-0000, www.womentothe world.org

Kidstuff Academy Classes (Rose Hall) Rose of Athens Theatre presents a six-week program for young actors, “Stage Combat for Youth.” Topics include stage fighting and choreography. Ages 8–18. Fridays, Aug. 18–Sept. 22, 10–11 a.m. or

4:30–5:30 p.m. 706-340-9181, academy@roseofathens.org, www.roseofathens.org Art Classes (Lyndon House Arts Center) Registration begins Aug. 5 for classes. Art classes include Art Time (ages 4–6), Homeschool Artists (ages 6–11), Books that Turn, Drop and Pop (ages 7–11) and Through the Lens Video/Film Making (ages 9–12). 706-613-3623, www.athensclarkecounty.com/ lyndonhouse Art School (Treehouse Kid and Craft) Classes include homeschool art (ages 6–10) visioneers (ages 9–14), baby art and different art school classes for ages 2–10. Check website for dates. www.treehousekid andcraft.com Splash Pad (Multiple Locations) ACC Leisure Services offers the Trail Creek Park Splash Pad and Rocksprings Splash Pad. Tuesdays–Sundays through Aug. 6, 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m. $1/person. Pool passes $20–40. www.athensclarke county.com/splashpad Wild Intelligence Year-Long Programs (Multiple Locations) The Forest Caterpillars Year Long Program at McBride Family Farm is for ages 4–6. Begins Sept. 4, 3:30–6 p.m. $900. The Otters After School Program features nature-themed activities for ages 7–10. Begins Sept. 9, 3:30–6:30 p.m. $1100. The Gray Fox Year Long Homeschool Program is a nature connection program for ages 7–12. Begins Sept. 5, 9:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m. $1350. Earthsong. In the Hawks After School Program, middle school participants develop sense of sight through scout skills. Begins Sept. 7, 4–6:30 p.m. $1100. State Botanical Garden. www. wildintelligence.org

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 Caregivers’ Support Group (Tuckston United Methodist Church) Find support with other caregivers. Second Sunday of each month. 706-850-7272 Dudes Helping Dudes (Nuçi’s Space) A weekly support group for anyone who identifies as a man. Thursdays, 6–7 p.m. except July 20, 6:30–7:30 p.m. tinyurl.com/ DudesHelpingDudes, www.brain aidfest.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 NAMI Family Support Group (First Presbyterian Church of Athens) For family members, friends and caregivers of individuals with mental illnesses. Meetings are held the fourth Tuesday of every month, 6:30–8:30 p.m. FREE! 770-2250804 ext. 700, www.nami.org Reiki Healing Circle (Heart Path Studio) Reiki is an ancient Japanese technique of healing which reduces stress and promotes relaxation. Each circle involves meditation, sound healing, and Reiki treatments.

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JUST PHOâ&#x20AC;ŚAND MORE (1063 Baxter St.) â&#x20AC;&#x153;Make Me an Offerâ&#x20AC;? includes new drawings and paintings by Patrick Linker. KA ARTIST SHOP (127 N. Jackson St.) See a gallery installation by teens of the Public Art + Social Sculpture Camp. Through Aug. 4. LAST RESOT GRILL (174 W. Clayton St.) Nancy Everettâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s colorful impressionist style paintings celebrate the Southeast. Through August. LYNDON HOUSE ARTS CENTER (293 Hoyt St.) â&#x20AC;&#x153;Fold Unfold: An Exhibit of Contemporary Coverlets.â&#x20AC;? Closing reception Aug. 19. â&#x20AC;˘ In the Lounge Gallery, Katherine Burke presents â&#x20AC;&#x153;On a Whim,â&#x20AC;? a solo show of collages created in response to childhood memories. Through Aug. 24. â&#x20AC;˘ Held in celebration of the Athens-Clarke Heritage Foundationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 50th year, the two-part exhibition â&#x20AC;&#x153;Captured in Timeâ&#x20AC;? presents a collection of photographs from Growing Up in Athens. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Unidentified Houses of Athens.â&#x20AC;? Through Nov. 1. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Downtown Athens through the Years.â&#x20AC;? Aug. 8â&#x20AC;&#x201C;Sept. 9. MADISON MORGAN CULTURAL CENTER (434 S. Main St., Madison) The â&#x20AC;&#x153;40 Years: Madison Morgan Cultural Centerâ&#x20AC;? exhibit celebrates the creation, history and evolution of the MMCC through photographs, artifacts and text. Through Aug. 27. MAMAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S BOY (197 Oak St.) Susan Pelhamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s collages are influenced by Magic Realism and Surrealism. Through August. MASON-SCHARFENSTEIN MUSEUM OF ART (567 Georgia St., Demorest) â&#x20AC;&#x153;Gloria Victis: Three Artists Respond to Warâ&#x20AC;? includes works by painter Temme Barkin-Leeds, sculptor Jim Buonaccorsi and ceramicist Richard Notkin. Reception Aug. 15. Currently on view through Sept. 15. RICHARD B. RUSSELL JR. SPECIAL COLLECTIONS LIBRARIES (300 S. Hull St.) In the Russell Library Gallery, see â&#x20AC;&#x153;On the Stump: What Does it Take to Get Elected in Georgia.â&#x20AC;? Through Aug. 18. â&#x20AC;˘ In the Brown Media Library, see the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Steele Vintage Broadcast Microphone Collection.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;&#x153;Gold-digging in Georgia: Americaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s First Gold Rushâ&#x20AC;? tells the story of Georgiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s antebellum gold rush through nuggets, historic maps, photographs, postcards and other artifacts. SMITH-WILLIAMS GALLERY, PIEDMONT COLLEGE (1021 Central Ave., Demorest) â&#x20AC;&#x153;Leticia Bajuyo: In-Finityâ&#x20AC;? repurposes discarded CDs and DVDs into a large-scale installation. Aug. 5â&#x20AC;&#x201C;Sept. 10. Closing reception Sept. 8. SOUTHERN BREWING COMPANY (231 Collins Industrial Blvd.) Linoleum cuts and woodcuts Christopher Ingham. Opening reception Aug. 3. Through August. THE STATE BOTANICAL GARDEN OF GEORGIA (2450 S. Milledge Ave.) Watercolors of natural scenes by Cameron Berglund. Through Aug. 13. THE SURGERY CENTER (2142 W. Broad St.) Rita Knight presents a new collection of paintings in â&#x20AC;&#x153;Womenâ&#x20AC;Śa Journey from Childhood to SelfDiscovery.â&#x20AC;? Through August. TERRAPIN BEER CO. (265 Newton Bridge Rd.) Artwork by Marisa Mustard. Through August. TRIO CONTEMPORARY ART GALLERY (766 W. Broad St.) Curated by Melissa Lee and Tatiana Veneruso, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Nasty Women Athensâ&#x20AC;? is a group exhibition demonstrating solidarity through art. Through Aug. 20. UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP OF ATHENS (780 Timothy Rd.) Jennie Snare shares a collection of acrylic still life paintings depicting objects in front of a home window with interesting light. Through September. VIVA! ARGENTINE CUISINE (247 Prince Ave.) Artwork by Antoine Stewart. WHITE TIGER (217 Hiawassee Ave.) New paintings, drawings and block prints by Cooper Holmes. WINTERVILLE CENTER FOR COMMUNITY AND CULTURE (371 N. Church St., Winterville) Several local artists interpret the theme â&#x20AC;&#x153;Ripening.â&#x20AC;? Through September. THE WORLD FAMOUS (351 N. Hull St.) Permanent artists include RA Miller, Chris Hubbard, Travis Craig, Michelle Fontaine, Dan Smith, Greg Stone and more.

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his ear and his support, and his pain is makDear Bonita, ing him act like a bad friend. My friend just broke up with her boyfriend Your buddy needs to get his shit of four years. I’m great friends with both of together. Maybe he’s holding out for her to them, and I was friends with them before they ever started dating. Things ended pretty badly, give him another shot, but he shouldn’t be doing it like this. If they’re gonna get back but she’s ready to get over it and move on. together, it’ll happen no matter what he Him, not so much. He calls me a lot and asks me about her, though I refuse to share any does, so he might as well be happy. Holding on to suffering allows us information. It’s not my busito avoid coping and healness, and I don’t want him Grab your buddy ing, which can be scary pulling me into this, but he still manages to by insisting and take him to if it means letting go of something we really loved that he’s just trying to make have some fun. or needed at one point in sure she’s safe. He gets really our lives. emotional and talks a lot Your boy is at that existential crossroads about missing her and needing to talk to her, right now, and he should take the path and he won’t listen about just leaving it alone. towards healing. I don’t think he needs He’s starting to creep me and my friend therapy—maybe just some good social time out. She is able to keep far away from him, so with you and other friends. Do the things I think he sees me as his connection to her, and he did before he settled into a long-term he won’t leave me alone. He’s a very old friend relationship, or continue hobbies he develof mine, and I feel for what he’s going through, oped during that time. Hike the botanical but I can’t deal with all this pining and how garden, go to a show, ride bikes, whatever. he’s constantly bothering me He seems entirely too disabout her. I wanna traught to start help my friend dating just move on, but he yet, seems determined not to.

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You didn’t ask a question, but I can sense what it is: What do you do about your lovelorn, bothersome friend? Your boy’s heart is broken, clearly. My guess is he must have been the catalyst for the split, because he seems to be working with some major guilt here. Why else would he be wondering if she’s safe? He lost his “protector” role before he was ready to relinquish it. I’m glad your friend is able to keep her distance from this guy, because he sounds pushy as hell. But I respect his heartbreak, too, and I know how it feels to be blindsided by a breakup and unable to cope. You’re right—he can’t handle the distance that his ex has put between them so quickly, and he’s using you to try to get to her. That’s not fair to you, because you’re his friend, too, and you have a life and a relationship with this guy that began before those two ever even got together. You need his friendship,

but maybe seeing some eligible bachelorettes in public will remind him of his age, his potential and the fact that he has plenty of time to get it right. Go grab your buddy and take him to have some fun, whatever “fun” might mean to you two. He needs to remember that life is good regardless of his relationship status. He’ll come back around. He’s great! But he smells awful! What do I do? Tell him so! Ask him to take showers and wear clean clothes when you’re gonna hang. If he’s mature, he won’t have a problem with that, and you can continue to date this great guy. You’re allowed to have standards, darling. 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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