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Demond Means Business Athens’ New School Superintendent, Plus a Greenway Update and More Local News By Blake Aued and John Huie news@flagpole.com “It’s a bad move,” he said. “I disagree with it. The timDemond Means has wasted little time making his mark ing was just awful with Dr. Means moving into the school on the Clarke County School District since taking over as district.” superintendent last month. The policy also affects Vice President Sarah Ellis, who In public appearances over the past few weeks, the forvoted in favor of it. Linda Davis joined Worthy in opposing mer suburban Milwaukee superintendent has repeatedly the change. (Vernon Payne also opposed it but mistakenly described “hitting the reset button” and “moving forward together.” He’s making a clean break from the Philip Lanoue voted yes.) Worthy frequently lectures the board about not overadministration, which began with promise and peaked with stepping its bounds and letting the superintendent do his a National Superintendent of the Year award, but ended in job. It remains to be seen whether the next president will scandal and broken trust. give Means the same leeway. [BA] Lanoue resigned last December still under a cloud from mishandling an alleged sexual assault at Cedar Shoals High School. To his credit, he made a number of reforms after the public outcry—such as hiring additional security, setting a revision of the student code of conduct into motion The Oconee Rivers Greenway—a walking/biking trail and putting policies into place to improve communication along the North Oconee river with additional connections among principals, police and administrators—but Lanoue to other points—will continue to expand, attendees at a steadfastly resisted calls from a grand jury, the local NAACP Federation of Neighborhoods forum heard last week. But chapter and others to conduct an outside investigation. building (and funding) trails is a slow process, and not all Although he told Flagpole it’s premature to say much citizens support them. about it, Means plans to do just that, which ideally will “There are a lot of people that think that these are silly bring closure to the community’s healing process, as well little trails that we’re making… I got an email that said, ‘Are as reveal any additional lessons the district can take away you guys crazy?’” said ACC Commissioner Allison Wright, from its previous missteps. He also proposed a new strategic plan for the district, “data-driven” and written with public input, at his first school board meeting earlier this month. Means has also said he intends to empower teachers, many of whom felt ignored and unappreciated under the previous administration. He has put an emphasis on listening and on social justice and equity. For example, Means announced at a meet-and-greet last week that he is extending after-school programs to all of Clarke County’s 14 elementary schools. (The three schools without them— Stroud, Fowler and Gaines—serve primarily African-American children on the Eastside, two historically marginalized groups in Athens.) Details to come, but Means said, “We’re getting these programs up and running as soon as we can.” Whereas Lanoue waited a month to tell parents, teachers and students about New Clarke County School Superintendent Demond Means speaks at a meet-and-greet Aug. 14. the Cedar Shoals incident—and might never have disclosed it had the Athens Banner-Herald not who participated in the forum with Greenway commisfound out through the police—when a student posted a bad sioners Karen Porter and Nancy Stangle and acting Leisure joke involving the KKK on social media soon after white Services Director Kent Kilpatrick. supremacists descended on Charlottesville, VA, Means But these days, executives with many companies look for moved quickly to inform the community that the situation amenities like urban trails when they consider bringing new was being dealt with. business to a city. And cities like Columbus and Greenville, Perhaps most encouragingly, Means has some skin in SC have upped tourism with well-planned greenways, the game, other than his $209,000 salary. His daughter, Stangle said. The trails—totaling 24 miles so far in AthensHannah, just started kindergarten at Timothy Road. “We Clarke County—have been funded mostly through penny wanted to live in a community where we could raise her, sales taxes, and participants urged people to vote for the and she’d be safe and learn,” Means said. That’s what all T-SPLOST (“Transportation Special Purpose Local Option parents want. Here’s hoping he’s up to the task of providing Sales Tax”) in November. A 1 percent sales tax levy proit. [Blake Aued] duces nearly $2 million a month for local government, of which 40 percent is paid by people who visit ACC but don’t live here, Wright said. First priority for growing the Greenway—a “multigenerational” process of funding, getting permission or Means will soon be working with a new Board of buying property (voluntarily only) from private owners, Education president, as a new policy approved earlier this and finally construction—will be to “get the river corridor month will end Charles Worthy’s 12-year run. complete,” said Kilpatrick, but many other connecting trails The school board voted 7-2 Aug. 10 to ban board memare also planned. Detailed maps on the county’s website bers from serving consecutive terms as president or vice show planned trails along the Middle Oconee, extending president. Supporters said the policy will allow more board eventually through Ben Burton Park to the county-owned members to serve in leadership roles. Worthy, however, Tallassee Forest, and from Sandy Creek Nature Center noted that any board member could have run against him, to Holland Park and beyond along the North Oconee. and criticized the move in light of of Means’ recent hiring.
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Eventual multi-use side trails are planned to UGA, the ACC library, Satterfield Park and beyond along a trail paralleling Lexington Road, and construction has already begun on a connection from UGA to the park-and-ride lot on Lexington Road. T-SPLOST would fund an underpass underneath Oconee Street from Dudley Park, and eventually Cook’s Trail along Sandy Creek could be bikeable as well as walkable. “There are plans for connections throughout the county,” Porter said. Building trails “is what the younger generation wants,” Wright said, “but it is not always easy to sell.” Some homeowners don’t want a public trail nearby, fearing it will bring crime (trails usually bring higher property values instead). “That’s why it’s a multigenerational project,” Kilpatrick said. [John Huie]
Commissioners, Cats, Corridors and Crosswalks Crossing Baxter Street on foot won’t be getting any easier as Athens-Clarke County commissioners slowly back away from a proposed pedestrian refuge island near the restaurant home.made. An original proposal for a full-fledged island was scaled back to a smaller refuge after home.made owner Mimi Maumus expressed concern that it would prevent cars from turning left into her parking lot. (The smaller version would leave space for a couple of cars to stack up in the turn lane.) Last month, Jeb Bradberry told the commission he and some other nearby property owners had not been consulted. After traffic engineer Steve Decker spoke to the surrounding business and property owners, all seven—including Maumus—said they don’t want a refuge at all, according to ACC Manager Blaine Williams. But Baxter still needs traffic calming, especially on the downhill slope near home.made, Commissioner Melissa Link said at the Aug. 15 agenda-setting meeting. “I would think these business owners would want traffic to slow down in front of their businesses,” she said. “They might see the businesses there and stop and shop.” Link hinted that she may craft a commission-defined option ordering further study. Paris Street or Collins Avenue, where there is multifamily housing and several bus stops, could be an alternative, Commissioner Kelly Girtz suggested, but Williams said there isn’t enough time to consider other options before a scheduled vote Sept. 5. One item commissioners look poised to approve is a spay/neuter requirement for stray cats brought to the ACC animal shelter. The commission recently approved a policy requiring all stray dogs to be microchipped, and on their second trip to the pound, spayed or neutered. Now those requirements will be extended to cats. “They only get a few cats a year, so it’s not significant to the workload,” Commissioner Jerry NeSmith said. “It’s significant to the well-being of those cats and their reproductive health.” They’re also likely to sign off on a $400,000 contract to create in-depth master plans for the Atlanta Highway and Lexington Road corridors—which are badly in need of redevelopment—piggybacking off bare-bones studies done by the Urban Land Institute in 2013 and 2015, respectively. A committee consisting of local planning, transportation and economic development officials has recommended a respected planning and design firm, Kimley-Horn—but commissioners Mike Hamby and Jerry NeSmith, who represent Atlanta Highway, aren’t happy they were left out of the process. Williams responded that if one or two commissioners were allowed input, it wouldn’t be staff’s objective recommendation, and commissioners are free to reject that recommendation. “It would’ve been nice to have some involvement,” Eastside Commissioner Sharyn Dickerson said. “I understand the hesitation of staff, but I understand our position, too. It’s a slippery slope.” [BA] f
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A Painful Past Should We Pull Down Confederate Memorials? By Tom Crawford tcrawford@gareport.com The Civil War is a war that never ends, much to our dismay. The latest iteration of the conflict is over the statues erected in many towns and cities to honor the Confederate dead and their generals—despite the fact that these people were traitors who tried to bring about a violent overthrow of the United States government. President Donald Trump loves these statues and says they are “beautiful.” There are many others who don’t share that opinion, however, and so the statues are coming down, one by one. In Durham, NC, protesters last week pulled down a statue of a Confederate soldier erected outside the county courthouse in 1924. Eight people were arrested, but more than 200 tried to confess to the crime. Two days later, a statue of Robert E. Lee was removed from the Duke University chapel after it had been damaged and defaced by protesters. In Maryland, a statue of U.S. Supreme Court Justice Roger Taney, who wrote the infamous Dred Scott decision upholding slavery, was removed from the grounds of the Maryland State House. Another Republican governor, Georgia’s Nathan Deal, was ahead of the curve when it came to moving statues celebrating a shameful past. For years, a likeness of U.S. Sen. Tom Watson stood in front of the west side of the state capitol building, an affront to civil rights groups because of Watson’s virulent racism and anti-Semitism during his political career. When the west steps of the capitol were being rebuilt in the fall of 2013, Deal took advantage of the construction project to have the Watson statue moved overnight to a spot across the street and nearly out of sight of the capitol. Deal supported and will soon oversee the unveiling of a new statue on the capitol grounds honoring civil rights leader Martin
Luther King Jr. White nationalists and neoNazis will surely defame Deal for taking these actions, but good-hearted people will applaud him for it. Georgia, of course, still is home to the largest Confederate memorial of them all, the carvings at Stone Mountain. Whether you like the memorial or hate it, it is going to stay in place because state law prohibits its alteration or removal, and it’s unlikely that law will be repealed anytime soon. Perhaps we should leave the last words on this emotional issue to the descendants of two Confederate generals. Robert E. Lee V, the great-great grandson of Robert E. Lee, told CNN that it would be “appropriate” to move Confederate statues to museums. “Eventually, someone is going to have to make a decision, and if that’s the local lawmaker, so be it,” Lee said. “But we have to be able to have that conversation without all of the hatred and the violence. And if they choose to take those statues down, fine.” William Jackson Christian and Warren Edmund Christian, the great-great grandsons of Thomas “Stonewall” Jackson, wrote a letter to the mayor of Richmond, VA asking for the removal of all Confederate statues along the city’s Monument Avenue. Their letter said: “They are overt symbols of racism and white supremacy, and the time is long overdue for them to depart from public display… While we do not purport to speak for all of Stonewall’s kin, our sense of justice leads us to believe that removing the Stonewall statue and other monuments should be part of a larger project of actively mending the racial disparities that hundreds of years of white supremacy have wrought. “We hope other descendants of Confederate generals will stand with us.” f
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The city rallied around its white mayor, who said the Donald Trump’s press conference, in which he defended right words. The Calhoun monument did not come down. the racists in Charlottesville, VA and attacked those there Activists rallied again this week for its removal. It is necesto protest them, was one of the worst performances of his sary. But Charleston, like America, is so steeped in white presidency. And it came a day after a Durham, NC statue to supremacy that we white people should not be able to feel Confederate soldiers came down, thanks to activists who good about the removal of a statue. took matters into their own hands. Less than 24 hours after the Durham monument take“So this week it’s Robert E. Lee,” Trump said Aug. 15. “I down, Thompson, who pulled down the Confederate monunotice that Stonewall Jackson’s coming down. I wonder: Is ment in Durham, was arrested as she it George Washington next week, and left a press conference after the sheriff is it Thomas Jefferson the week after?” This land has only been said, “no one is getting away with what Trump said. “You know, you really do happened.” So far, eight people have have to ask yourself, where does it ours for rich ruling been charged—the same number of stop?” white elites, period. white supremacists who have been Early the next morning, cranes and charged after Charlottesville. crews of workers began removing all I am particularly haunted by the guy pictured below. It is four of the confederate monuments in Baltimore. Here we a still of a video I took as police were clearing out the park were, a small crowd, at 4 a.m., black and white, crustpunk where the racist rally was planned. He is beating a white and square, reporter and activist, watching a statue of antifascist in the head with his long stick. Later, he was Confederate generals Lee and Jackson being hoisted up filmed and photographed beating a black man, Deandre through the air in the surreal pre-dawn light of Baltimore Harris, by what looks like the Village People of racists—one and taken away. Two others had already come down, and another would be carted away at dawn. It felt like a moment with a Nazi helmet, another like a construction, one in a polo and another, like this guy, with beard and baseball hat. of catharsis. He looks, hauntingly, like me—a little heftier, a slightly The mayor, Catherine Pugh, an African-American longer beard. How can I see him and feel good about woman, is being widely praised for the order, which came symbolic acts? I have the quality he values most. I could after a local activist group planned an event called “Do it have ended up like him. I grew up in Columbia, SC, where Like Durham.” Newsome took down the rebel battle flag. I was taught, not Sarah Willets with INDYWeek in North Carolina, so much at home, but in the world around me, to honor reported on the scene in Durham before the statue came down. Takiyah Thompson, one of the activists responsible for pulling it down told her, “This land has never been ours for my people… This land has never been ours for Native Americans. This land has never been ours for queer people. This land has only been ours for rich ruling white elites, period.” The Durham rally seemed to be winding down. Then after someone walked up with a ladder, things went quickly, and Thompson climbed the ladder up the the plinth and wrapped a rope around the statue. “It’s important to not just talk about, for instance, the Confederate monument being taken down as vandalism in that moment,” Bree Newsome, who broke the law to climb the pole and take down the Confederate flag on people like Robert E. Lee. And I was taught not to notice South Carolina’s capitol grounds, told Willets. “Yes, literally my own whiteness. Now, I can’t not notice it. After I left Charlottesville, I felt disgusted by my own skin. Whenever I it’s vandalism, but if you understand the historical context saw another white person, I cringed, wondering which side and the history of that monument being erected, then you understand morally why it’s necessary for the monument to they were on, and I knew people thought the same thing of me. come down.” On Friday, it was announced that Steve Bannon was out After Dylann Roof murdered nine African Americans in of the Trump White House. Like the monuments coming Mother Emanuel Church in Charleston, SC, we should have down, I’m glad he’s out, but it’s only a small part of someremoved the statues that are coming down now. thing so much larger. White supremacy is a white problem. “It’s going to be very exciting… as we really confront Even if its grosser displays disgust us, we still benefit from the power structure that has existed here for a very long it. time in ways that are full frontal,” Muhiyidin d’Baha, who There were plenty of white anti-racists fighting the later became famous when he lept across a protest line racists in Charlottesville and largely keeping them out of and grabbed a rebel flag from a racist hand, said to me, the Boston. But until we fight a lot harder, we don’t get to feel day after the Mother Emanuel shooting, standing at the good when a monument comes down. foot of a statue of pro-slavery South Carolina Sen. John C. It is not only Bannon or Trump that has a white supremCalhoun. “In ways that say, ‘This statue does not need to be acy problem. It is us. f here anymore.’”
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fter thousands of white nationalists, neo-Nazis, white supremacists and other racists sparked a deadly riot in Charlottesville, VA earlier this month, Athens residents are trying to come to grips with this city’s own Ku Klux Klan heritage and discussing a push to remove the Confederate memorial on Broad Street downtown. People gathered the Sunday following the strife at the Arch to express solidarity with the citizens of Charlottesville, and a previously planned rally to support immigrants’ rights Aug. 15 morphed into a candlelight vigil, as well. Hundreds of Athenians also packed into the auditorium at the Athens-Clarke County Library Aug. 16 for an Athens Anti-Discrimination Movement program about the city’s history of discrimination. “To see that happen in 2017 after so many years of fighting, it’s just heartbreaking to see that that kind of anger and hate still exists,” AADM co-founder Mokah Johnson said. When she asked audience members how Athens can prepare and prevent the events of Charlottesville from happening here, many were quick to throw out suggestions, including denying rally permits or restricting guns and hate symbols. Others questioned the constitutionality of limiting free speech and weapons laws, while some preached the importance of nonviolence and strength in numbers. “I think Charlottesville was caught off-guard,” one audience member said. “We need organization and some kind of online effort to bring the community together and [be] prepared.” While Athens is known as a progressive town, it has its own history with racism and the Ku Klux Klan in particular that has largely been forgotten. During his research into the Southern Mill renovation project in the Happy Top neighborhood north of Boulevard, Michael Smith said he learned that in the 1920s, the Klan often dragged people out of their houses and beat them. Digging some more, he said he discovered that the Klan had effectively taken over the local government in the 1920s. “It started a nationwide purity campaign, marketed out of Clarke and based in Atlanta,” he said. The Klan had reinvented itself, he said, targeting mainly Puerto Ricans and Jews in the big cities and African Americans in the country. “By 1922, they had private patrols all over Athens,” he said. “The police and the government [were] working with them and trying to stop them at the same time.” Smith said community leaders like William Bryan, the founder of Southern Mill, and Andrew Cobb Erwin, the mayor of Athens from 1918–1921, promoted equality in the community. In response, the Klan organized the purity campaign at a church near where White Tiger is now. The beatings in Happy Top, Smith said, were in response to an anti-KKK pledge that many Athens residents had taken. In 1924, Edwin spoke at the Democratic National Convention in New York as a delegate from Georgia. In his speech, Edwin denounced the Klan, with reportedly 5,000 Klansmen in the audience and another 20,000 across the river “locked and loaded,” Smith said.
Milton Leathers, Edwin’s grandson and a local historian, took the stage to read his grandfather’s speech, drawing parallels to current events and highlighting the history of Athenians standing up to the Klan. “To see us veer off like this—that America isn’t for everybody—almost 100 years later, my grandfather just wouldn’t be able to believe what has happened in Charlottesville,” Leathers said. The Klan was active in Athens at least through the ’60s. In 1964, Athens Klansmen followed Army officer Lemuel Penn to a Madison County bridge, where one shot him to death. Around the same time, KKK members threatened one of UGA’s first two black students, Hamilton Holmes, and marched in opposition to civil rights activists trying to integrate The Varsity. Johnson and her husband, Knowa, started the AADM in response to a racist drink name at General Beauregard’s, the Old South-themed downtown bar, but its mission has expanded. “It’s not just the college students,” Mokah Johnson said. “The natives have been experiencing it for a long time.” The crowd at the meeting was overwhelmingly white, which bothered some attendees. “This happens every time I go to one of these events,” said Jesse Evans, a teacher and Athens for Everyone board member. “This is not representative of the community.” Johnson told Flagpole she felt the white crowd was a good thing. African Americans preaching to the choir about discrimination has no benefit, and “we feel like people don’t believe us,” she said. “It’s that many white people that want change, that want to see change in the community,” she said. Another topic was removing the stone obelisk on Broad Street constructed in 1972 and dedicated to Confederate soldiers from Athens who died in the Civil War. It will be difficult to do anything about the memorial, legally. Russell Edwards, an Athens lawyer, researched the law regarding Confederate monuments in Georgia, and found the monument cannot be “relocated, removed, concealed, obscured or altered in any fashion… provided, however, that appropriate measures for the preservation, protection and interpretation of such monuments or memorials shall not be prohibited.” The state legislature passed the law in 2001 as part of a compromise to remove a Confederate symbol from the Georgia flag. Moving the statue to Oconee Hill Cemetery or a similar location would likely comply with the law, Edwards said, although the audience seemed hesitant about the idea. Some proposed leaving the monument in its current location but erecting another monument beside it to remember the slaves. “This monument expresses grief and loss, and if it stands, it should express grief for the many losses in African-American lives during that time,” one audience member said. “Honestly, I think it should be moved. I don’t think it should be destroyed, but if legally it can be moved to the cemetery, it should be moved,” Johnson said. “Then another monument should go up and represent the future of Athens, rather than the past.” f
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Made in Athens, Stayed in Athens Nonprofit Athensmade Boosts Local Entrepreneurs By Rebecca McCarthy news@flagpole.com
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rom making videos to doing web design to running nonprofits, most of the 30 or so people attending a recent Creative Coffee at Ciné seemed full of energy and ideas and happy to tell their stories and network with others. People such as Harlo Petoskey, who moved to Athens a year ago for his wife’s job at UGA. He works remotely at home— designing websites and apps and plotting digital strategy for corporate clients—and doesn’t know many people in town. He met some at the event. Or Kieran McMaster, a
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recent graduate of the University of Dundee in Scotland, who’s in Athens because his girlfriend is at UGA. He, too, was busy meeting and greeting. Smiling and nodding through the event was Mary Charles Howard, whose nonprofit, Athensmade, was the sponsor. A UGA graduate in landscape architecture, Howard joined Athensmade in 2016. Before doing so, she started Athens Food Tours in 2010, which morphed into Georgia Food Tours. She has since sold the business. “How many of you would support a makerspace?” Howard asked the attendees as the meeting was winding down. “A co-working space?” Most hands went up. The enthusiasm in the Ciné room mirrored Howard’s own. According to its website, Athensmade exists to “educate, support and promote homegrown brands, entrepreneurs and creative professionals. We work to promote the stories of local innovation and business growth.” The local government has given the nonprofit $50,000 in seed funding—it will need to provide matching money—to assist the non-manufacturing sector of the local economy. The focus is on entrepreneurs and small businesses that are looking for space or start-up money. The idea, Howard said, is to brand Athens as a place that’s friendly and supportive to creative people who want to start their own businesses, whether they’re selfemployed, hiring 10 front-end digital developers or hoping to create a blacksmithing shop. She wants Athens to be known for
what would be the best place for such a safe creative space. We want to get people to talk to each other.” The question is: Where is the best location for a shared work space? Shared officetype work places—for those who work on laptops—in other cities usually have a Wi-Fi connection, a printer, a copier, various office supplies, an address and numerous desks. People pay a nominal fee to take full advantage of the facilities. Others have tried to start such a facility, but none have worked out. Howard likes the energy and mix of businesses in the Chase Park warehouses along Tracy Street—at the meet-and-greet, she was wearing a scarf she bought from NeckLush, one of the newer companies in the complex. Perhaps it would be appropriate to find a shared space somewhere between those businesses and the medical partnership on Prince Avenue? “I’m not sure if we would build something or renovate something, or whether it would be funded by a private investor or a public bid,” Howard said. “We’re looking at different property and talking to people.” Howard has also contacted officials at UGA and has convinced them to allow students to fulfill their requirement for experiential learning at an appropriate Athens business. She wants students seeking work guidance at UGA’s career center to think of locating in Athens. “We want the conversation to be, are you staying here?” Howard said. “Because maybe some of those staying here will start their own businesses.” f
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A Ceramic Spectacle ‘Perspectives’ Fills OCAF With Thousands of Pots By Jessica Smith arts@flagpole.com while Michael Schmidt makes pieces that Celebrating a 15-year milestone, the resemble recycled oil cans. Oconee Cultural Arts Foundation’s annual Appearing on the cover of Flagpole “Perspectives: Georgia Pottery Invitational” this week, Maria Dondero is the owner of has grown to become the largest event of Southern Star Studio, a historic building in its kind in the Southeast. The exhibition Newtown that she renovated to share with and sale reflect Georgia’s rich history as fellow ceramic artists over the past year and a hotbed for pottery. Naturally occurring deposits of kaolin, stoneware and the ever-popular red clay offer bountiful resources, making the state a prime destination for the craft to flourish. Fifty contemporary potters from across the state will offer a total of nearly 7,500 original, handmade pieces. Primarily utilitarian, the ceramic wares include pots, mugs, plates, bowls, serving trays, vases and other vessels. Demonstrating pottery’s balancing act between craft and art form, both functional and decorative pieces abound. The majority of ceramics will be on display in Rocket Hall, with each artist contributing an average of 100 pieces. On view in the Main Gallery, “Participating Potters: 2017” represents a condensed crash course on Georgia pottery, with two favorite pieces selected from each artist’s body of work. Each potter has a distinctive focus to his or her work, whether “Perspectives” at OCAF it’s in the preserved textures in a half. After receiving her MFA from UGA the clay or the subtle blending of colors in 2008, she began producing work under in glazes. Many of the artists take their the name Marmalade Pottery. Immediately inspiration from the natural world; Triny identifiable, her pieces depict colorful flora Cline’s mugs feature impressionistic mounand fauna sketched onto milky white slips tain scenes splashed across their surfaces, covering rich red clay. while Deborah Adornato paints intricate Anyone who visits nearby studios during flowers onto her plates. Other artists their biannual open houses will rejoice in explore uncommon shapes; Barry Gregg finding that many of these artists—Jerry hand-builds whimsical animal sculptures,
and Kathy Chappelle of Happy Valley Pottery in Watkinsville, Geoff Pickett of Farmington Pottery, Alice Woodruff and Jeff Bishoff of Watkinsville and David Morgan of Danielsville, to name a few—can be found under one roof. The Classic City is represented well too, with Laura B. Cooper, Carter Gillies, Juana Gnecco, Jennifer Graff, Ted Saupe, Rob Sutherland and Minsoo Yuh. “Perspectives” offers two additional exhibitions each year that focus in on a particular style or artist. On view in the Members Gallery, “Echizen in Japan” showcases traditional yakishime, a form of high-fired unglazed pottery. Echizen is considered one of the Six Ancient Kilns of Japan, a rural ceramics community that has produced pot-
tery for several centuries. Though individual potters’ techniques vary more widely nowadays, Echizen ware is often characterized by earth tones and unusual surface textures caused by ash within the kiln. Curated by Chris Kelly, a professor at Piedmont College, the exhibition features work by Naoki Izumi. After an economic downturn in Tokyo around the late 1980s,
Izumi began questioning his occupation as a businessman and sought out a new way to turn his hobby into a career. His pursuit led him to Echizen, where he had a fiveyear apprenticeship under a master potter. After mastering the skills necessary for old Echizen techniques, he began exploring his own methods for reinterpreting the tradition. Izumi will lead a two-day pottery workshop on Saturday, Aug. 26 and Sunday, Aug. 27 from 10 a.m.–5 p.m. On view in the Hall Gallery, Beau Raymond’s solo exhibition, “In a Galaxy Not Far Away,” offers bold, comical pieces full of personality. His signature slender, minty mugs are often adorned with cartoonish caricatures that wear gritted teeth or sleepy eyes, not unlike the pre-caffeinated expression the mug’s holder may be reflecting back. A child of the ’80s, Raymond’s foundation for creating art was heavily influenced by television, movies and comic books, particularly Mad magazine, the Garbage Pail Kids and John Carpenter. He uses humor as a device to lighten the mood and disarm audiences before approaching social commentaries. After receiving his MFA from the University of Florida, Raymond moved to Atlanta, where he is now the clay studio manager and an instructor at Johns Creek Arts Center in Fulton County. An opening gala and preview sale for “Perspectives” will be held on Friday, Aug. 25 from 6–9 p.m. In exchange for the $20 admission, attendees will receive first dibs on snatching up one-of-a-kind pieces for sale. The evening also includes the opportunity to mingle with the participating potters, complimentary refreshments and snacks and live jazz music by Period Six on the outdoor stage. Demonstrations in wheel-throwing and handbuilding techniques will be held in the courtyard every Saturday from 1–4 p.m., with the lineup including Maria Dondero on Aug. 26, Tammy Josephson on Sept. 2 and Martha Cook on Sept. 9. OCAF founding member Michael Pitts, who has 40 years of experience, will lead Sunday gallery talks covering clays, glazes, firing techniques and noteworthy pots on Sept. 3 and Sept. 10 at 1 p.m. The exhibitions and sale will remain open through Wednesday, Sept. 13. f
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thens’ punk community is in a constant state of metamorphosis. With DIY spaces appearing and then disappearing and new bands popping up seemingly every week, it can be a challenge to keep up. Though groups like Muuy Biien, Shehehe, Burns Like Fire, Nihilist Cheerleader and Deep State have received deserved recognition from local press and the listening public, other essential punk and hardcore acts have gone largely unrecognized. Here’s a guide to some of the more underrated and underreported bands you may see on fliers around town.
Apparition
Members: Jason Griffin, Reeth Dasgupta, Oliver Vitale, Brandon Page File Under: Thrash
The latest project from Athens punk gatekeeper Griffin, Apparition is loud, fast and fucked up. Its live show is an up-close-and-personal affair, as vocalist Vitale climbs down from the stage and integrates himself with the crowd. Though it was previously only available on tape, the band recently posted its debut demo online. Check your volume before you click play. [Nathan Kerce]
Cuddlefish
Members: Lenny Miller, Chris Ingham, Oliver Vitale, Jason Thinh File Under: Pop-punk
A split single featuring energetic local band Cuddlefish and Niagara Falls’ Burning Spring was released by Dead Broke Records in June, and it’s truly killer, featuring the best of the relatively new Athens group’s earnest lyrics and pop-punk sound. [Frances Newton]
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Members: Gavin Perez-Canto, Brian Perez-Canto, Aaron Hubbard, Oliver Vitale File Under: Anti-hardcore, belligerent punk
Brian Perez-Canto, of Star Rats Records, and Gavin Perez-Canto, of Atlanta band Jock Gang, are brothers, but Hubbard and Vitale also fit right in; the group delivers an energized, angry live show like a punk-rock family. [FN]
Kwazymoto
Members: Ian Hemerlein, Kody Blackmon, Alec Peyton File Under: Experimental, noise
Kwazymoto is truly organic. Its 2016 album On Mount Rennie is a transcendent effort, utilizing a variety of punk, noise and psych elements. Kwazymoto’s brand of punk may not have wide appeal, but for listeners who want something unprocessed, unsafe and unpredictable, it’s glorious. [NK]
Malevich
Members: Josh McIntyre, Sasha Schilbrack-Cole, Daniel DeSimone, Will Turner File Under: Hardcore, black metal
Malevich’s hardcore-infused sound is impactful and memorable, recalling the pioneering releases of the Georgia sludge-metal scene from which the band takes clear inspiration. Its 2016 album Only the Flies showcases the vision and execution of a group in its prime. [NK]
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Multiple Miggs
Members: Chris, Kyle, Shannon File Under: Thrashcore, skate punk
Multiple Miggs inspire rage with their frenetic, 45-second thrashers, where nonchalant skater attitudes juxtapose with in-your-face hardcore music. The band’s live performances are aggressive dream worlds where fine art gets smashed, people get thrown, and everyone leaves with a sense of you-had-to-be-there camaraderie. [FN]
Pansy
Members: Zach Broe, Frances Newton, Conor Lacey, Connor Trotter File Under: Indie rock, post-punk
Pansy’s two-minute ragers are filled with funny and biting commentary on relationships, toxic masculinity and unfair societal expectations. The band’s self-titled EP is a decent taste of its charming, rough-around-theedges sound, but its hyperactive live show is where it truly shines. [NK]
Saline
Members: Anna Staddon, Terence Chiyezhan, Hale Woods, Tommy Weigle, Mikey Heptinstall File Under: Experimental, shoegaze
Saline has often felt like it was in flux, but its current lineup, featuring Staddon on vocals, is its best incarnation yet. The group’s shoegaze-adjacent sound masks an ear for melody. Though the band hasn’t released much music—fans of Chiyezhan’s hip-hop project murk daddy flex know he is notoriously meticulous—the best way to catch Saline is live. [NK]
Athens Punks Sound Off on the State of the Scene “I’ve lived in Athens for three years, and there are currently more active hardcore/ punk acts right now than I’ve seen the entire time I’ve lived here, which is tight‌ Athens doesn’t have a single all-ages community space that hosts shows. Spaces like that are crucial to a growing, young punk scene. It’s dangerous for a younger audience to be so intermingled with the bar culture that Athens is overridden with.â€? —Oliver Vitale (Under a Sky So Blue) “As someone who doesn’t drink, I only frequent the bars downtown for local music. I often feel out of place in these spots, and the bars themselves seem detached from the music scene while also limiting its growth due to age restrictions and late starting times. It seems that there’s an unexplored need for a space specific to the punk scene that would remove these limitations and provide others with a safe space to explore music.â€? —Daylan Brazis “I started doing shows at my house because it was never even a question for me to support the punk scene. I always knew [that] when I bought a place, I’d put on shows for my friends’ bands. It comes from years of DIY touring and being treated like shit by clubs, then we’d play a punk house and be treated like royalty.â€? —Christian DeRoeck (Deep State) “The current zeitgeist of Athens music overwhelmingly favors dance-friendly pop, indie rock and the immediacy of buying a beer over nurturing a countercultural movement. It’s also worth noting that the creative population of Athens is largely homogeneous, liberal and honestly just not that angry.â€? —Malevich “The ‘scene’ itself, if you can call it that, is definitely tired and played out with imitations of bigger, better artists on full display and a serious lack of original, creative voices that may be present but are not shining through. This is music—a reflection of culture and emotions. It is not a popularity contest. To the punk fans, stop supporting these tedious bands that are ‘cool’ or safe to like. To the punk artists: Stop settling.â€? —Kwazymoto
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“Athens can be a bit insular, which is a good and bad thing. People in the scene are super supportive (to us able-bodied, cisgendered, straight white males [from] uppermiddle-class families, which doesn’t mean much, I guess), but after being around Athens for three years, some of the small-town aspects of the scene are a bit more obvious.â€? —Tiger Li (Faith Healerz) “I think publications in Athens tend to be focused more on garage-rock, indie rock, indie-pop, etc. The only Athens publication that has mentioned us is The Red & Black, which is honestly hilarious. When I go to shows here, people show up to watch their friends’ bands and then leave‌ There’s a lot of room for improvement, but considering the population of Athens, there are a lot of people doing really cool things here. We usually have better luck in Atlanta, so we’ve just been playing there more.â€? —Brian Perez-Canto (Fishmonger) “I’ve toured all over the U.S. and Europe, but I love to come back to Athens. For me, I feel like in a big town with a big ‘scene,’ people and bands can be overlooked‌ Athens may be mostly the land of R.E.M. and [the] B-52s, but there has been a thriving punk scene here for as long as I’ve been here, and long before I got here. We’ve hosted bands from all over the world. People grow out of it, new people get into it, some people never get out of it, but for me, punk/hardcore has always been a part of my life.â€? —Jason Griffin (Apparition)
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A hardcore band with a progressive heart is not a new concept, but UASSB executes it with poise and honesty. Some may bristle at the group’s wall of noise, but its genuine nature shines through. The group re-emerged earlier this year with one of the best local albums of 2017 so far, The Spectacle Provides. [NK]
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AT THE HOP: The UGA Swing Club and UGA Ballroom and Social Dance Club are hosting an open night of swing dancing dubbed Any Swing Goes! Friday, Aug. 25 from 7–10:30 p.m. The first hour will feature swing dance lessons, with the first half hour focused on East Coast swing and the latter focused on West Coast swing. That’s like the Biggie and Tupac of swing dancing. The social dancing begins at 8 p.m., and everyone is welcome to participate. This all happens at UGA’s Memorial Hall ballroom. See facebook.com/ugaswing and facebook.com/ugaBSDC for more information.
By Gordon Lamb threatsandpromises@flagpole.com CIRCUMNAVIGATIONAL CIRCUS: Applications are now being accepted for the 2017 Classic City Fringe Festival. Although it was founded only a few years ago by Mux Blank, Megan Dunn and Marty Cronk, the collective years of performance and production experience between the three spans decades. “Fringe� means outsider art, experimental performance and non-traditional explorations of creativity. It’s not unusual or unacceptable for these expressions to employ traditional modes (poetry, music, visual art, theater), but to be on the fringe means to be a margin walker. Sometimes that margin lies smack dab in the spot between good taste and the patently enjoyable, but hell, I could name you 10 regularly booked Athens bands that unknowingly occupy this space already. This is a non-juried event, so the order in which applications are received is paramount. It’s booked on a first-to-apply, first-accepted basis. So head to classiccityfringefestival.com, get familiar with what’s going on, and see if it’s for you. Then apply. Any questions can be directed to classiccityfringefest@gmail. com. Stay social with the whole gang at facebook.com/ classiccityfringefestival. CLOSE TO HEAVEN: A special show will happen at the Georgia Theatre Rooftop Thursday, Aug. 24 featuring longtime Athens musicians William Tonks (Barbara Cue, Workhorses of the Entertainment/Recreational Industry) and Tommy Jordan (Men in Trees, String Theory). Eric Carter (Bloodkin) is a special guest. The show is billed as MrJordanMrTonks, which seems reasonable enough. Doors open at 6 p.m. One caveat, though: This is the first
to songwriter Adam Klein by his friends during his time spent in Africa, and the project name he uses when mixing his traditional latter-20th Century Americana songs with West African Mande music. You can listen ahead of time at adamklein.bandcamp.com; click on the album titled Dugu Wolo.
night of a two-night stand for songwriter Corey Smith downstairs in the main room. (See flagpole.com.) As that show is sold out, access to the roof will be severely limited. So, show up on time. COFFEE BREAK: In related news, String Theory, now in its 24th year, brings its specialty blend of old-time and bluegrass to Hendershot’s Coffee Bar Friday, Aug. 25. They’ll start off the show at 8 p.m., and the night will close with a 10 p.m. set from the Broken String Band, which released its EP Prologue: Somebody’s Daughter earlier this year. For my money, the sweet spot lands right in the middle and pretty much justifies this entire paragraph, with the 9 p.m. set from Lassine Kouyate. That’s the name given
HEADS UP: Athens rapper Donny Knottsville quietly released his newest album, Celestial Seasons, in the middle of July. Conceptualized as a proper album as opposed to a mixtape, Knottsville produced the record with engineer Joel Hatstat. Fully 10 out of the 14 beats were composed and performed by the pair under the moniker Studebaker Assassins. Outside of this, the record features a veritable all-star cast. Additional beats were provided by The Nice Machine, Cubenza and Eric “Riled Up� McDowell. Guest appearances include Sienna Chandler (Monsoon), Chris Vanderford, Paul McHugh (Pilgrim), Thom Strickland (Smokedog), Svetlana Rostova and Brian Veysey. Knottsville’s vocals are, as always, pretty unassailable, and he makes as quick work of speed racers like the jittery “Test Patterns� as he does the confidently hilarious celebratory anthem dedicated to, um, a woman’s, uh—well, you listen to it—“Power U.� Musically, it shifts seamlessly from syrupy slow jams to funky psychedelia to outer-space backpacker jams. The amount of work that went into this is obvious when listening, and y’all are henceforth encouraged to do so. Check it out at donnyknottsville.bandcamp.com. f
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some crunch, plenty of salt and juicy meat that doesn’t drip like it’s been injected with saltwater. Baked chicken, specifically that seasoned with lemon pepper, is as good as the fried stuff, and you can feel a little more virtuous. The corn (more fried than creamed, not deep-fried but skillet-fried, with a bright yellow color and some sauce but not pureed) is one of the best sides, but it has competition from the excellent green beans (soft but not melted into mush, with hunks of visible meat). The greens retain some of their bitterness, which is a pro, not a con. The mac and cheese is too goopy, though, almost resembling a northern-style version rather than the traditional Southern
Friday includes fried fish among the options. Fried chicken is usually available, and even if you are at the end of the line and you get the last three puny pieces in the metal tub, it’s still beautifully done: a batter that’s neither too thin nor too clumpy,
baked casserole. The cornbread is fine but not exciting. It’s OK. No one’s 100 percent perfect, but the batting average at Peaches remains as high as it ever was. Go get you a plate or two Tuesday through Saturday, 11 a.m.–3 p.m.
Peaches Is Back Plus, Another Food Option in Itty-Bitty Hull By Hillary Brown food@flagpole.com
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WELCOME BACK: The Gaines School Shoppes (on Gaines School Road near where it hits Lexington Road) isn’t the fanciest shopping center in town, but it’s played host to a series of eateries over the years that were worth a trip: Lighthouse Seafood in an earlier incarnation, Niece’s Soul Food Cafe and a marvelous African restaurant with peanut and okra stews. Now it has another, inside the African/ Asian market that occupies the most central spot within the strip of businesses. Peaches, run by Glenda Brown, is back in business, and if the lines on a recent weekday were any indication, people have not forgotten how good her cooking is. Peaches operated at one point on Oconee Street, where El Azteca is now; in its most familiar incarnation, it was in a building on the spot where Saucehouse BBQ is, torn down to make way for the water tower and the like. Brown also cooked for a time at The Camp, in Homewood Hills, which started off doing healthier Southern cooking, then shifted gears. It’s been awhile since you could get Brown’s food regularly, and although it is not what you’d Peaches call health food, it is hella delicious. The setup is a long way from fancy, with the kitchen in the back of the market and a steam table up front manned by a couple of dudes who yell across the space when they need more of something. Walk in, get
WINGZ: For a town of 200 people, Hull and the area just outside it have a number of places to eat: Angie’s Place, Blazer’s, Bill’s Barbecue, Biscuit Express, La Michoacana… es Natural and now Wing House Grill (8727 U.S. Hwy. 29, 706-850-9700), a place that focuses on fried stuff, hot dogs and burgers and even serves beer. Right next to Biscuit Express, in a small shopping center, it has a large patio out back, populated with wooden picnic tables, hosting live music in the evenings and looking out onto a big, grassy field where your children would no doubt love to run around. The food isn’t anything world-changing, but it’s well executed. The burgers are big and juicy (maybe a little too juicy for the bun). The hot dogs are substantial and meet with approval. The onion rings are great. The fries (curly or straight) are nothing special. The central house specialty is available in various combos and numbers and is pretty good. Honestly, it can be hard to discriminate that finely among chicken wings, which are fairly tasty even when they’re not all that good. There are also chicken tenders and good fried pickles with a mayo-ranch dipping sauce. If you must order a salad, you will be accommodated, but it’s not really a place for vegetarians, unless they want to live on fried sides. The people who man the tables and the bar are friendly. Perhaps best of all, there is homemade strawberry and German chocolate cake, available by the large slice; other kinds of cakes have been available at other times. Opt for it over the cookies, which are prepackaged Oreos. You can order wine as well as three draft beers, and there are kids’ meals that include fries, cookie and a drink. Wing House Grill is open Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m.–9 p.m. f
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Songs for Sustainability
Live Wire Athens · 7 p.m. · FREE! (donations encouraged) The Georgia Climate Change Coalition, an Athens-based nonprofit, aims to educate Georgians about the various issues surrounding climate change and advocate for sustainable solutions on both a local and a global scale. The organization hosts a mini-music-festival Saturday evening at Live Wire, where you can catch local groups Tallulah George, Banded and the White Rabbit Collective—an eclectic, improv-based psychedelic rock ensemble whose shape-shifting live show is never a duplicate experience. DJ Tanuki will also perform, and GCCC board members will be on hand to share information about the group’s latest campaign, Our Forests Aren’t Fuel. [Gabe Vodicka]
Tuesday 22 CLASSES: Finding Employment Online (ACC Library) Learn how to create professional looking resumes and cover letters then get tips on how to find and apply to jobs online. Registration required. 10 a.m. FREE! 706-613-3650, ext. 354 FILM: Bad Movie Night: Ninja III (Ciné Barcafé) A dying ninja possesses the body of an aerobic instructor and dishes out revenge from beyond the grave. 8:30 p.m. FREE! facebook.com/badmovienight GAMES: Trivia (Hi-Lo Lounge) General trivia with host Jamie Pisarich. 8:30 p.m. FREE! 706-8508561 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 loca-
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Groovy Nights
40 Watt Club · 8 p.m. · $15–25 Project Safe’s 16th annual fundraiser, Groovy Nights: Battle of the Decades, invites attendees to choose between the ’70s or ’80s—Bell bottoms or leg warmers? Feathered or crimped hair? Paisley or neon?—and work it out on the dance floor. DJ Mahogany will spin hits as Lisa Mende emcees, and five teams will perform in a lip-syncing competition. The night also includes costume contests, VIP lounges, tarot card readings, body painting, guest appearances, nostalgic snacks and drinks and a chance to win prizes by spinning a giant wheel. Proceeds benefit Project Safe’s various educational programs, crisis intervention and supportive services for survivors of domestic violence. [Jessica Smith]
tions of Locos Grill and Pub feature trivia night every Tuesday. 8 p.m. FREE! www.locosgrill.com GAMES: Full Contact Trivia (Blind Pig Tavern, 2301 College Station Rd.) Every Tuesday. 8:30 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/blindpigtavern GAMES: Bingo (Ted’s Most Best) Win delicious drinks, sweet treats and gift cards. Every Tuesday on the patio. 5–7 p.m. FREE! www.tedsmostbest.com GAMES: Happy Hour Trivia (The Rook and Pawn) Hosted by James Majure. 6 p.m. FREE! www.therookandpawn.com KIDSTUFF: Preschooler Storytime (Oconee County Library) Stories, songs, crafts and fun for preschoolaged children and their caregivers. 10 & 11 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee LECTURES & LIT: The Rest of the Story Book Club (Richard B. Russell Building Special Collections Libraries) Discuss works connected
to the ongoing and upcoming exhibitions and programs at the library. Followed by gallery tours. August’s selection is Last Call: The Rise and Fall of Prohibition by Daniel Okrent. 5:30 p.m. FREE! russlib@uga.edu SPORTS: Table Tennis Matches and Training (East Athens Community Center) Beginner to advanced skill levels welcome. Tuesdays, 6:30–8:30 p.m. & Saturdays, 1–4 p.m. FREE! www. ttathensga.com
Wednesday 23 ART: Tour at Two (Georgia Museum of Art) Hillary Brown, director of communications, leads a tour of “Avocation to Vocation: Prints by F. Townsend Morgan.” 2 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org EVENTS: Athens Farmers Market (Creature Comforts Brewery) Local and sustainable produce, meats,
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ART | Sun, Aug 27
Meet Your Neighbors
MUSIC | Mon, Aug 28
State Botanical Garden · 2–4 p.m. · FREE! The large-scale photographs by entomologist Jena Johnson and award-winning nature photographer Chuck Murphy offer face-to-face encounters with many of the insects, amphibians, reptiles, birds and plants that call Athens home. The images were shot for the Meet Your Neighbors project, a worldwide photography initiative that encourages people to reconnect with the natural world by getting up close and personal with wildlife. Each subject is presented against a stark white background to maximize the intricacy of details that are often invisible to the naked eye, like the iridescence of a blue skink’s tail or the hairs of a fly’s leg. The exhibition will remain on view in the Visitor Center through Oct. 8. [JS] eggs, dairy, baked goods, prepared foods, crafts and live music by Todd Lister on Aug. 23. 4–7 p.m. FREE! www.athensfarmersmarket.net GAMES: Trivia (Copper Creek Brewing Company) Test your trivia chops for prizes! Every Wednesday. 8 p.m. FREE! 706-546-1102 GAMES: Geeks Who Drink Trivia (Blind Pig Tavern, Washington St.) Play to win. 8 p.m. FREE! www.fullcontacttrivia.wordpress.com GAMES: Trivia (Your Pie, Eastside) Every Wednesday. 7–9 p.m. FREE! www.yourpie.com GAMES: Trivia (Willy’s Mexicana Grill) Gather a team. Every Wednesday. 7:30 p.m. FREE! www. willys.com GAMES: Dirty Bingo (Grindhouse Killer Burgers) Hosted by Garrett Lennox every Wednesday. Prizes and house cash. 8 p.m. FREE! www. grindhouseburgers.com GAMES: Trivia (Blind Pig Tavern, 2440 W. Broad St.) Compete for
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Georgia Theatre Rooftop · 7 p.m. · FREE! Local singer-songwriter Timi Conley is celebrated as the founder and spiritual ambassador of the Halloweentime Wild Rumpus celebration, but Athenians also know him for his tireless exploration of the funky far reaches of pop. With Fuzzy Sprouts, Kite to the Moon and, most recently, Timi & Wonderland Rangers, Conley has made a career out of crafting thoughtful, ecstatic music designed to make crowds move. Conley and his band—Shelley Lotus, Andrew Hanmer, Kevin Sims, Tony Oscar and Chris Byron—will commemorate the Rangers’ new album, Baby’s Bread, with a show on the Georgia Theatre Rooftop Monday. The gig will also serve as a party for Conley’s 50th birthday. [GV]
prizes. 8 p.m. FREE! www.fullcontacttrivia.wordpress.com GAMES: Bingo Bango (Highwire Lounge) Drop in and win prizes! 8–10 p.m. FREE! highwirelounge. com GAMES: Cornhole Tournament (Saucehouse Barbeque) Gather a team and compete. 8 p.m. saucehouse.com GAMES: Dirty South Trivia (Mellow Mushroom) Dirty South Trivia offers house cash prizes. 8 p.m. FREE! 706-613-0892 KIDSTUFF: 3D Printer Workshop (Madison County Library, Danielsville) Use Tinkercad to design a 3D creation and have it printed. Ages 8 and up. Aug. 19, 2 p.m. or Aug. 23, 4:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/madison KIDSTUFF: Adulting for Teens (Oconee County Library) Learn basic cooking skills and sewing. Grades 6–12. 7 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
KIDSTUFF: PRISM (Oconee County Library) PRISM is a safe space for all teens who share a common vision of equality. Grades 6–12. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/ oconee LECTURES & LIT: Friends of the Athens-Clarke County Library Book Sale (ACC Library) Thousands of titles available. Fill a bag for $10 on Saturday. Aug. 23, 2–6 p.m. (members-only preview, join for $25), 6–8 p.m. (general public). Aug. 24, 9 a.m.–8 p.m. Aug. 25 & 26, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. www. athenslibrary.org
Thursday 24 CLASSES: Backyard Treasures (Madison County Library, Danielsville) Learn about plants found right in your backyard. 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/ madison
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CLASSES: Intermediate Excel 2010 (Oconee County Library) Learn more advanced techniques for using Excel. Registration required. 2 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee 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: Grand Opening of the Photo Center (Athens Art & Frame) Take a tour of the new showroom and photo production center. The grand opening also features wine, food and a raffle. 5–7 p.m. FREE! www.athensartandframe.com EVENTS: KnitLits (Bogart Library) Knitters of all levels are welcome. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary. org/bogart FILM: Italians and Design Film Series (Georgia Museum of Art) Watch Amare Gio Ponti followed by a special tour. In conjunction with the exhibition “Modern Living: Gio Ponti and the 20th-Century Aesthetics of Design.” 7 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org GAMES: Music Trivia (Saucehouse Barbeque) Meet at the bar for a round of trivia. 8 p.m. FREE! www. facebook.com/saucehousebbq GAMES: Duplicate Bridge (Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens) Beginner and experienced players welcome. 6:30 p.m. ejstapler@gmail.com KIDSTUFF: Pajama Storytime (Madison County Library, Danielsville) Bring your pajama-clad kids in for storytelling and readings by special guests. 7 p.m. FREE! 706795-5597 KIDSTUFF: Lego Club (Madison County Library, Danielsville) Create Lego art and enjoy Lego-based games. Blocks provided. For ages 8 & up. 4:30 p.m. FREE! 706-7955597 KIDSTUFF: Infant Storytime (Oconee County Library) This special storytime is for the youngest readers-to-be and their caregivers. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary. org/oconee LECTURES & LIT: UGA Creative Writing Program New Student Reading (Ciné Barcafé) Hear poetry and prose readings by Nathan Dixon, Genevieve Arlie, Aviva Kasowski, Mike McClelland and Emma Perry. 7 p.m. FREE! www.athenscine.com LECTURES & LIT: Ted Terry (ACC Library) The ACC Dems host a talk by Ted Terry, Mayor of Clarkston. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/ athens LECTURES & LIT: Friends of the Athens-Clarke County Library Book Sale (ACC Library) See Wednesday listing for full description Aug. 23, 2–6 p.m. (membersonly preview, join for $25), 6–8 p.m. (general public). Aug. 24, 9 a.m.–8 p.m. Aug. 25 & 26, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. www.athenslibrary.org 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
Friday 25 ART: “Perspectives” Opening Gala and Preview Sale (OCAF, Watkinsville) Meet this year’s participants in the “Perspectives: Georgia Pottery Invitational,” a large show featuring the work of 50 potters. See Art Notes on p. 9. 6–9 p.m. $20. www.ocaf.com
EVENTS: Morning Mindfulness (Georgia Museum of Art) Join instructor Jerry Gale for a meditation session in the galleries. Meet in the lobby. 9:30–10:30 a.m. FREE! branew@uga.edu, www.georgiamuseum.org EVENTS: Any Swing Goes! Dance (UGA Memorial Hall, Ballroom) The UGA Ballroom and Social Dance Club and UGA Swing Club present an East Coast Swing lesson, a West Coast Swing lesson and social swing dancing. 7 p.m. $3–5. www. facebook.com/ugaswing EVENTS: Adult Coloring Program (Madison County Library, Danielsville) Coloring sheets and pencils will be provided for participants to drop in, color and relax. 10 a.m.–6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/madison 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 LECTURES & LIT: Friends of the Athens-Clarke County Library Book Sale (ACC Library) See Wednesday listing for full description Aug. 23, 2–6 p.m. (membersonly preview, join for $25), 6–8 p.m. (general public). Aug. 24, 9 a.m.–8 p.m. Aug. 25 & 26, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. www.athenslibrary.org PERFORMANCE: The Yargo Trio (UGA Ramsey Concert Hall) Saxophonist Connie Frigo, flutist Angela Jones-Reus and pianist Liza Stepanova give a performance in celebration of their first album. 6 p.m. FREE! www.music.uga.edu
Saturday 26 ART: Pottery Demonstration (OCAF, Watkinsville) Athens potter Maria Dondero demonstrates various techniques. Part of the 15th annual “Perspectives: Georgia Pottery Invitational.” See Art Notes on p. 9. 1–4 p.m. FREE! www.ocaf.com ART: “Perspectives” Pottery Workshop (OCAF, Watkinsville) Naoki Izumi leads a two-day workshop on the methods and secrets of Echizen pottery. Part of OCAF’s annual “Perspectives: Georgia Pottery Invitational.” See Art Notes on p. 9. Aug. 26–27, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. $165. www.ocaf.com CLASSES: African American Family Scan Day (Oconee County Library) Bring photos, bibles, family recipes and other historical documents to be digitally scanned. 10 a.m. FREE! athenslibrary.org/oconee CLASSES: Protecting Plant Diversity (State Botanical Garden of Georgia) This course surveys threats to biodiversity worldwide, examples of rare plant research, techniques for restoration and reintroduction and ways to make a difference in protecting rare plants of Georgia. 9 a.m.–5 p.m. $105. 706-542-6156, www. uga.edu/botgarden EVENTS: Open House (Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens) Tour the building, hear some music and learn about UUFA. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! www.uuathensga.org EVENTS: “In Their Shoes” Fundraiser (Athens Regional Medical Center, front lawn of Outpatient Surgery Center) Shop at this community yard sale to support the Loran Smith Center for Cancer Support. 8 a.m.–1 p.m. www.athenshealth.org EVENTS: Pre-PRIDE Kickoff Party (Go Bar) Celebrate PRIDE with a talent show. Performers and judges include Sasha Stephens, Yasmine Alexander and Jacqueline Daniels. 10:30 p.m. athenspride.org
EVENTS: Southern Classic BBQ Competition (Farmview Market) The competition awards prizes for best chicken, pork ribs and beef tritip recipes. Other festivities include live music and family activities. 11 a.m.–5 p.m. $50 (to enter) FREE! (to attend). farmviewmarket.com EVENTS: Year 1 Anniversary Party (1075 W. Broad St.) BikeAthens and Pedal Driven Cycles celebrate their first year at Broad Street. 6–9 p.m. FREE! www.bikeathens.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 spotlights alternative health and wellness programs and includes the Feminist Women’s Health Center, Athens Natural Medicine, Healing Arts Centre, a free Egyptian Yoga session with Pyramic Sunrise SMAI TAWI and more. 9 a.m.–1 p.m. FREE! www. athenslandtrust.org EVENTS: Dawg Day of Service (UGA Tate Student Center, Grand Hall) UGA students can volunteer with local organizations and nonprofits. Breakfast and speeches by community leaders start the day. 9 a.m.–1 p.m. uga.givepulse.com EVENTS: Groovy Nights: Battle of the Decades (40 Watt Club) This year’s theme is ‘70s vs. ‘80s. Participate in raffles, tarot readings, dance ‘til you drop and compete in the Groovy costume contest. Proceeds benefit Project Safe. See Calendar Pick on p. 14. 6 p.m. $25. www.project-safe.org EVENTS: Athens Farmers Market (Bishop Park) Local and sustainable produce, meats, eggs, dairy, baked goods, prepared foods, crafts and live music by Tre Powell. 8 a.m. FREE! www.athensfarmersmarket.net EVENTS: Athens Showgirl Cabaret (Go Bar) Watch the talent show then the house cast. 10 p.m. $3. www.facebook.com/athensshowgirls EVENTS: Athens Black Market (Max) The market supports local minority business vendors. Offerings range from soul and caribbean food vendors, clothing, artwork, kidfriendly items, youth vendors, live performances, games and and more. 12–5 p.m. ugalive.com/athensblack-market EVENTS: 7th Annual Keepin’ It Clean Dirty Dance Party (Little Kings Shuffle Club) A family-friendly event including food vendors, raffles, crafts, dancing and face painting. All proceeds benefit Keep Athens-Clarke County Beautiful. 5–9 p.m. $3-5. www.keepathensbeautiful.org EVENTS: 4th Annual Bark and Wine (Boutier Winery, Danielsville) The Madison Oglethorpe Animal Shelter presents a fundraiser with drinks, food, silent and live auctions, raffles and live music by Nathan Shepperd. 6 p.m. $25–30. www. moaspets.com EVENTS: Common Heritage Scanning Day (Oconee County Library) People are invited to bring family photos, photo slides, recipes, letters, Bibles and other memorabilia to be digitally scanned. Funded by a Common Heritage Grant from the National Endowment for Humanities, the project seeks to help protect and preserve history relating to the African American experience in Athens-Clarke County. Register for an appointment. 10 a.m.–5 p.m. 706-613-3650, www.athenslibrary. org EVENTS: Black Lodge Party (Ciné Barcafé) Celebrate the approaching k continued on next page
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p.m. Aug. 25 & 26, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. www.athenslibrary.org LECTURES & LIT: Inspiring and Teaching with Poetry (Barnes & Noble) Rosalie Moffett will read from her debut poetry collection, June in Eden, and lead a discussion on writing. 6 p.m. FREE! www.bn.com OUTDOORS: The Hummingbird Trail (State Botanical Garden of Georgia) Enjoy a walk through the trail to find the hummingbirds’ secret hiding places. Feel free to bring a camera or binoculars. 9–11 a.m. FREE! 706-542-6156, www.uga.edu/ botgarden SPORTS: Kickball Tournament (Southern Brewing Company) Teams face off to benefit Live Forward.
Monday 28 CLASSES: Basics of Water Bath and Pressure Canning (Oconee County Library) Learn how to preserve your own food. Registration required. 5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee EVENTS: WUGA 30th Anniversary Event (Athens Cotton Press) The station celebrates 30 years of local public radio with a reception, dinner and live music by Randall Bramblett. 6 p.m. SOLD OUT! www.wuga.org FILM: Athens Ghastly Horror Society (Flicker Theatre & Bar) Klon screens a hand-picked horror movie. 9 p.m. FREE! flickertheatreandbar.com GAMES: Movie Trivia (Flicker Theatre & Bar) Klon hosts movie Alex Boquist
conclusion of “Twin Peaks’” third season and Ciné’s screenings of Fire Walk With Me. The themed event features costume and dance contests, coffee cocktails, live music, dancing, a photo booth, donuts and cherry pie. Lydia Brambila (Outersea), Emileigh Ireland, Jessica Smith (Sea of Dogs) and Marie Uhler (Eureka California) will perform the music of Julee Cruise, Angelo Badalamenti and David Lynch. Proceeds benefit the Buy Ciné campaign. 7:30 p.m. $15 (VIP). 8 p.m. $10. www.athenscine.com EVENTS: Curated Rummage Sale (St. Philothea Greek Orthodox Church) Items include furniture, home goods, children’s toys, tools,
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Stop Light Observations play the 40 Watt Club on Friday, Aug. 25. lawn and yard equipment and more. Proceeds benefit the church. 8 a.m.1 p.m. saint.philothea@gmail.com FILM: Mayweather vs. McGregor (The Foundry) Watch Rocky then the anticipated Mayweather vs. McGregor fight. Dancing with DJ Julio to follow. 6:30 p.m. (Rocky), 9 p.m. (fight). $15. thefoundryathens. com FILM: Mayweather vs. McGregor (Beechwood 11 Cinemas) Watch a live screening of the legendary world champion Floyd Mayweather and UFC superstar Conor McGregor. 9 p.m. $40. www.gtcmovies.com GAMES: Day of Board Game Demonstrations (Tyche’s Games) Learn to play new games. 12 p.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com KIDSTUFF: Zoo Day 2017 (Memorial Park) This year’s theme is “Animal Superpowers” where participants will have animal encounters, crafts, games and concessions. Live music by The Voltures. 12–3 p.m. $2–3. www.athensclarkecounty.com/ bearhollow KIDSTUFF: Sand and Chalk Art (Madison County Library, Danielsville) Play in the sand and create chalk art. Ages 6 and up. 2 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/ madison LECTURES & LIT: Friends of the Athens-Clarke County Library Book Sale (ACC Library) See Wednesday listing for full description Aug. 23, 2–6 p.m. (membersonly preview, join for $25), 6–8 p.m. (general public). Aug. 24, 9 a.m.–8
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Other activities include HIV testing, a cake walk, food trucks and the brewery’s craft beer. 12 p.m. kickball. liveforward.org
Sunday 27 ART: Opening Reception (State Botanical Garden of Georgia) “Meet Your Neighbors” features enlarged macrophotography from Chuck Murphy and Jena Johnson. See Calendar Pick on p. 14. 2–4 p.m. FREE! www.botgarden.uga.edu ART: “Perspectives” Pottery Workshop (OCAF, Watkinsville) See Saturday listing for full description Aug. 26–27, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. $165. www.ocaf.com EVENTS: Fuel Up for the Fall: Fuel Open House (Fuel Hot Yoga) The studio offers demos, giveaways and specials. Complimentary yoga classes will be led at 8 a.m., 10 a.m., 12 p.m., 2 p.m., 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. 8 a.m.–8 p.m. FREE! www.fuelhotyoga. com EVENTS: Spirited Spelling Spectacular (Holiday Inn) Teams adults spell their way to victory. Proceeds benefit the Athens-Clarke Literacy Council. The event also includes a silent auction, hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar. 3–6 p.m. $10–15/attendees. www.athensliteracy.org GAMES: Netrunner Open Play (Tyche’s Games) All are welcome to join in. 12:30–4:30 p.m. FREE! www. tychesgames.com
trivia. 7:30 p.m. FREE! flickertheatreandbar.com GAMES: Geeks Who Drink Trivia (Highwire Lounge) Test your general knowledge for prizes. 8–10 p.m. FREE! highwirelounge.com GAMES: Dirty South Trivia: Sex, Drugs and Rock and Roll (Grindhouse Killer Burgers) Team trivia contests with house cash prizes every Monday night. 8 p.m. FREE! www.grindhouseburgers.com GAMES: Duplicate Bridge (Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens) Beginner players welcome. 1 p.m. $4. ejstapler@gmail.com KIDSTUFF: Write On Teens (Oconee County Library) Young writers can share their work, even homework. Grades 6–12. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee KIDSTUFF: UGA Community Music School Instrument Petting Zoo (Hugh Hodgson School of Music, Room 200) Guests can meet the String Project staff, touch, pick up and hear demos. 6 p.m. FREE! www.arts.uga.edu KIDSTUFF: Infant Storytime (ACC Library) Designed to nurture language skills through literature-based materials and activities. Parents assist their children in movements and actions while playing. 10:30 a.m. FREE! 706-613-3650 KIDSTUFF: Open Chess Play for Kids and Teens (ACC Library) Teen chess players of all skill levels can play matches and learn from members of the local Chess and Community Players, who will be
on hand to assist players and help build skill levels. For ages 7–18. Registration required. 4–5:30 p.m. FREE! 706-613-3650 LECTURES & LIT: Last Monday Book Group (ACC Library) This month’s title is Hillbilly Elegy by J.D. Vance. 7 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/athens
Tuesday 29 CLASSES: Mouse and Keyboard Skills (ACC Library) In the second floor computer training room. Registration required. 10–11:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org CLASSES: Essential Oils (Madison County Library, Danielsville) Sabra Rockwell will teach “Achieving a Healthy Gut with Essential Oils.” Registration required. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/ madison EVENTS: Swing Dance Night in the Garden (State Botanical Garden of Georgia) UGA Swing Dance Club presents a night of dancing in the tropical conservatory. No previous dance experience or partner required. 8 p.m. (dance lessons), 9–11 p.m. (open dance). FREE! www.athensswingnight.com GAMES: Trivia at the Rail (The Rail Athens) Trivia hosted by Nic every Tuesday. 10:30 p.m. FREE! 706354-7289 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: Trivia (Hi-Lo Lounge) See Tuesday listing for full description 8:30 p.m. FREE! 706-850-8561 GAMES: Locos Trivia (Locos Grill & Pub) See Tuesday listing for full description 8 p.m. FREE! www. locosgrill.com GAMES: Happy Hour Trivia (The Rook and Pawn) See Tuesday listing for full description 6 p.m. FREE! www.therookandpawn.com GAMES: Full Contact Trivia (Blind Pig Tavern) See Tuesday listing for full description 8:30 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/blindpigtavern KIDSTUFF: Preschool Storytime (ACC Library) Stories, songs, puppets and more. Ages 18 months to 5 years. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/athens KIDSTUFF: Lego Club (Oconee County Library) Create Lego art and enjoy Lego-based activities. Legos provided. Ages 3–11. 4 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee PERFORMANCE: International Chamber Music Festival (UGA Ramsey Concert Hall) UGA faculty and artists from across the globe perform chamber music pieces. 8 p.m. FREE! music.uga.edu SPORTS: Table Tennis Matches and Training (East Athens Community Center) Beginner to advanced skill levels welcome. Tuesdays, 6:30–8:30 p.m. & Saturdays, 1–4 p.m. FREE! www. ttathensga.com
EVENTS: Athens Farmers Market (Creature Comforts Brewery) See Wednesday listing for full description 4–7 p.m. FREE! www.athensfarmersmarket.net GAMES: Trivia (Blind Pig Tavern) See Wednesday listing for full description 8 p.m. FREE! www.fullcontacttrivia.wordpress.com GAMES: Movie Trivia (Little Kings Shuffle Club) Hosted by Count Zapula. 9:30 p.m. www.facebook. com/lkshuffleclub GAMES: Trivia (Copper Creek Brewing Company) See Wednesday listing for full description 8 p.m. FREE! 706-546-1102 GAMES: Trivia (Willy’s Mexicana Grill) Gather a team. Every Wednesday. 7:30 p.m. FREE! www. willys.com GAMES: Cornhole Tournament (Saucehouse Barbeque) Gather a team and compete. 8 p.m. saucehouse.com GAMES: Dirty Bingo (Grindhouse Killer Burgers) Hosted by Garrett Lennox every Wednesday. Prizes and house cash. 8 p.m. FREE! www. grindhouseburgers.com GAMES: Dirty South Trivia (Mellow Mushroom) See Wednesday listing for full description 8 p.m. FREE! 706-613-0892 GAMES: Geeks Who Drink Trivia (Blind Pig Tavern, Washington St.) Play to win. 8 p.m. FREE! www.fullcontacttrivia.wordpress.com GAMES: Trivia (Your Pie, Eastside) Every Wednesday. 7–9 p.m. FREE! www.yourpie.com KIDSTUFF: Talent Show and Open Mic Night (Oconee County Library) Dazzle the crowd with your talent or sit back and be amazed. Grades 6–12. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee LECTURES & LIT: Athens Then and Now: What a Difference 100 Years Can Make (ACC Library) Local historian Gary Doster will show photos from his collection of Athens houses and scenes that no longer exist. 7 p.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/athens PERFORMANCE: International Chamber Music Festival (UGA Ramsey Concert Hall) See Tuesday listing for full description 8 p.m. FREE! music.uga.edu
LIVE MUSIC Tuesday 22 Flicker Theatre & Bar 9 p.m. www.flickertheatreandbar.com TIM MOORE Athens-based folk singer-songwriter. JOSH BUCKLEY No info available. JOSH DANIELS Local folk singersongwriter.
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The Foundry Terrapin Tuesday. 7 p.m. $5. www. thefoundryathens.com PICKLED HOLLER Local “folk-grass” collective hosts a pickin’ session. RYAN TAYLOR BAND Roots-rock band out of Atlanta.
ART: Tour at Two (Georgia Museum of Art) Led by docents. 2 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org COMEDY: Tip Jar Comedy (Hendershot’s Coffee Bar) Local comic stand-up hosted by Travis Williams. 8 p.m. FREE! thewilliamsproject@gmail.com EVENTS: Yoga & a Movie (Ciné Barcafé) Phelan and Annie lead a session of Headphones Yoga and screen a matinee movie. BYO Mat. Proceeds benefit the Buy Ciné campaign. 4 p.m. $25. www.athenscine. com
Georgia Theatre On the Rooftop. 7 p.m. FREE! www. georgiatheatre.com ZULI Pop songwriter and multi-instrumentalist from Long Island. 8 p.m. $30 (adv.), $35 (door). www. georgiatheatre.com MOON TAXI Retro-inspired jam band with an eclectic sound featuring unique melodies. THE WEEKS Authentic rock and roll band with a Southern heart. On the Rooftop. 11 p.m. FREE! www. georgiatheatre.com PARTIALS Local psychedelic pop
four-piece led by songwriter Adriana Thomas. Go Bar 9 p.m. 706-546-5609 NIGHTS OF NEPHALEM An Athens Anti-Discrimination Movement benefit show featuring Social Circle, Emileigh Ireland, Space Brother, Severe Blush and Tom Visions. Nowhere Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-4742 JOHN SWILLEY Local songwriter who blends gritty Southern rock, sultry R&B and Delta blues.
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Go Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-5609 EXPERIMENTAL NIGHT Featuring performances by Beverly, Crazy Hoarse, Peter Webb, Weatherly and Michael Potter. Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 8 p.m. FREE! www.hendershotscoffee. com BRIAN SMITH Classical and avantgarde guitarist who incorporates various looping effects. Iron Factory 8 p.m. FREE! 706-395-6877 OPEN MIC Hosted by Katie Collins. Locos Grill & Pub 7 p.m. FREE! 706-549-7700 (Timothy Rd. location) THE BACUPS Fun-loving local cover band. Nowhere Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-4742 MC FUNK JAM The house band kicks things off, followed by a jam with MCs on the mic and YOU on guitar, keys, bass, drums or horn. Bring your gear and get funky. 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. k continued on next page
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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. $5 (21+), $7 (18-20). www. caledonialounge.com THE GOOD LOOKS Young band playing a custom blend of rock, blues, funk, punk and alternative. ZALE Young, classically trained singer-songwriter leads her alt-rock band. THE STIR Rock band from Athens and Atlanta. THE BUZZARDS OF FUZZ Bluesy stoner-rock group from Atlanta.
Caledonia Lounge 9 p.m. $5 (21+), $7 (18-20). www. caledonialounge.com DESIGN COMPANY Folk-influenced rock band from Athens. THE BROOK & THE BLUFF New folk-rock band from Birmingham, AL. TYLER KEY Folky local indie singersongwriter.
Go Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-5609 LAVENDER HOLYFIELD Experimental pop project from local musician Charlie Key. DJ MAHOGANY Popular local DJ spins freaky funk, sultry soul, righteous R&B and a whole lotta faves. Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 7:30 p.m. $8. hendershotscoffee.com THE BROKEN STRING BAND Athens band blending Western folk with indie rock. LASSINE KOUYATE Local singersongwriter Adam Klein presents a twist on traditional West African music.
games while Noah McCarthy plays the games onstage. MOTHERFUCKER Hard-driving, riffy local rock and roll trio. KARBOMB High-speed, long-running local punk band. Ciné Barcafé Black Lodge Party. 7:30 p.m. $15. (VIP). 8 p.m. $10. www.athenscine. com TWIN PEAKS COVER BAND Lydia Brambila (Outersea), Emileigh Ireland, Jessica Smith (Sea of Dogs) and Marie Uhler (Eureka California) float and fall their way through a set of songs by singer Julee Cruise, composer Angelo Badalamenti and filmmaker David Lynch.
channels of music. One of them is a request line! Iron Factory 10:30 p.m. FREE! 706-395-6877 JOLLY GOOD Playing bluegrass songs and non-bluegrass songs that have been bluegrassed. INHOUSE DRIVEBY Brand new local Rage Against the Machine tribute act. Live Wire 7 p.m. FREE (donations suggested). www.livewireathens.com SONGS FOR SUSTAINABILITY A benefit for the Georgia Climate Change Coalition, featuring music from the White Rabbit
Flicker Theatre & Bar 9 p.m. www.flickertheatreandbar.com DREAM CULTURE Jammy local psychedelic rock group. 200 EAST New local alt-rock group with blues and folk influences. ALARM DRUM Post-pop trio from Columbia, SC. SOFT FOCUS Shoegaze band from South Carolina. Georgia Theatre On the Rooftop. 6 p.m. FREE! www. georgiatheatre.com MRJORDANMRTONKS Tommy Jordan and William Tonks’ collaboration features rootsy guitar picking and paired vocal melodies. They’ll be joined by Eric Carter of Bloodkin. 8 p.m. $21 (adv.), $25 (door). www. georgiatheatre.com COREY SMITH Singer-songwriter who combines emotional country influences with rough, soulful vocals. JACOB BRYANT Country singer and guitarist from Jasper. On the Rooftop. 11 p.m. FREE! www. georgiatheatre.com TOM MACKELL Americana singer-songwriter from Nashville via Charleston, SC. Go Bar 11 p.m. FREE! 706-546-5609 KARAOKE Hosted by karaoke fanatic Dr. Fred and featuring a large assortment of pop, rock, indie and more. Every Thursday! Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 8 p.m. www.hendershotscoffee.com Z-TONES Local jazz five-piece featuring guitar, bass, keyboards and drums. Highwire Lounge 11 p.m. $1 (headphone). www.highwirelounge.com SILENT DISCO Dance the night away with wireless headphones and two channels of music. One of them is a request line! Iron Factory 10:30 p.m. FREE! 706-395-6877 CHRISTOPHER WITHOUT HIS LIVER Songwriter Chris Ingham plays a set of loop-heavy solo jams. O’CONNELL & PARKE Local singersongwriter duo of Tim O’Connell and Liam Parke, playing original folk and Americana. Nowhere Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-4742 SKANKNASTY Get down with some funky, horn-laden tunes courtesy of Gnarly G and company. The Office Lounge 8:30 p.m. 706-546-0840 REV. TRIBBLE AND THE DANCING MAGNOLIAS Local group led by Athens rock fixture Rev. Conner Mack Tribble.
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Terrapin Beer Co. 4:30 p.m. www.terrapinbeer.com JIM COOK High-energy solo blues performer with strong vocals, slide guitar and “swamp stomp.” The World Famous 9 p.m. www.facebook.com/theworldfamousathens WHITEHALL Funky indie-rock group from Charleston, SC. BEACH SEX Lo-fi surf-rock band from Charleston, SC. CHRISTMAS BOYS No info available.
Monday 28 Georgia Theatre On the Rooftop. 7 p.m. FREE! www. georgiatheatre.com TIMI & WONDERLAND RANGERS Local pop rabblerouser Timi Conley performs with his backing band of Andrew Hanmer, Kevin Sims, Shelley Lotus, Tony Oscar and Chris Byron. This is an album release show, and a party for Conley’s 50th birthday. See Calendar Pick on p. 14. 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. Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 8 p.m. FREE! www.hendershotscoffee. com OPEN MIC Showcase your talent at this open mic night every Monday. Hosted by Larry Forte. Nowhere Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-4742 MINGLEWOOD MONDAY Local artists pay tribute to the Grateful Dead.
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Brother Oliver plays Flicker Theatre & Bar on Friday, Aug. 25. OLDE WORLD MONKEYS Local Southern rock four-piece. Flicker Theatre & Bar 9 p.m. $5. www.flickertheatreandbar. com BROTHER OLIVER Psychedelic folkrock band from Greenville, SC. GUMLOG Jangly, melodic local indierock group. 40 Watt Club 8 p.m. $18 (adv.), $20 (door). www.40watt.com THE RECORD COMPANY Rock and roll power trio from Los Angeles. STOP LIGHT OBSERVATIONS South Carolina-based garage rock band. The Foundry 8 p.m. $10 (adv.), $13 (door). www. thefoundryathens.com SONS OF SAILORS Jimmy Buffet cover band, featuring members of the Tony Pritchett Band. Georgia Theatre On the Rooftop. 6:30 p.m. FREE! www. georgiatheatre.com HALEY MAE CAMPBELL Folky singer-songwriter from Charleston, SC. 8 p.m. $21 (adv.), $25 (door). www. georgiatheatre.com COREY SMITH Singer-songwriter who combines emotional country influences with rough, soulful vocals. JACOB BRYANT Country singer and guitarist from Jasper. On the Rooftop. 11 p.m. FREE! www. georgiatheatre.com C2 & THE BROTHERS REED Southern rock outfit from Lexington, KY.
STRING THEORY High-energy acoustic fusion and funk-oriented progressive rock with elements of bluegrass and Americana.
DJ MIKE TURNER Leland Palmer and Audrey Horne dance moves are encouraged for a moody mixtape inspired by “Twin Peaks.”
Highwire Lounge 8 p.m. FREE! www.highwirelounge.com LIVE MUSIC Rotating local jazz and bluegrass bands play every Friday and Saturday night.
Flicker Theatre & Bar 9 p.m. www.flickertheatreandbar.com THE PLAGUE Original, ballsy rock harkening back to The Stooges, Sonic Youth and The MC5. THE HONEY SLIDERS Detroitinfluenced rock band from Catropolis.
Iron Factory 7 p.m. FREE! 706-395-6877 DJ LODI DODI Local hip-hop DJ celebrates the release of her new mixtape with special performances by artists featured on the record. Nowhere Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-4742 TRAVERS BROTHERSHIP Funky, alt-rock band from Asheville, NC. The Office Lounge 6 p.m. 706-546-0840 REV. CONNER MACK TRIBBLE Tribble is a Georgia rock and roll fixture. Every Friday! 8:30 p.m. 706-546-0840 THE BACUPS Fun-loving local cover band.
Saturday 26 Butt Hutt Bar-B-Q 8 p.m. FREE! butthuttbarbecue.com JIM COOK Rock and blues with screamin’ slide guitar. Caledonia Lounge 9 p.m. $10 (21+), $12 (18-20). www. caledonialounge.com BIT BRIGADE Local supergroup plays the soundtrack to vintage video
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The Foundry 8 p.m. www.thefoundryathens.com LATIN NIGHT Featuring sounds from DJ Juliogt. Georgia Theatre 8 p.m. $15 (adv.), $18 (door). www. georgiatheatre.com THE CADILLAC THREE Nashvillebased trio playing Southern jamrock. HANNAH DASHER Personalitypacked singer-songwriter with blues, country and soul influences. 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 “VS” series pits two musical powerhouses against each other. Highwire Lounge 8 p.m. FREE! www.highwirelounge.com LIVE MUSIC Rotating local jazz and bluegrass bands play every Friday and Saturday night. 11 p.m. $1 (headphone). www.highwirelounge.com SILENT DISCO Dance the night away with wireless headphones and two
Collective, Banded, Tallulah George and DJ Tanuki. See Calendar Pick on p. 14. Nowhere Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-4742 THE VINYL SUNS Athens-based blues-rock five-piece. The Office Lounge 9 p.m. 706-546-0840 MURDER THE MOOD Local alternative rock band. Southern Brewing Company 2:30 p.m. www.sobrewco.com HARVEY FUNKWALKER Athensbased trio steeped in deep funk roots and laced with tinges of jazz, blues and rock.
Sunday 27 Cali ‘N’ Tito’s Eastside 7 p.m. FREE! 706-355-7087 THE LUCKY JONES Rockin’ rhythm and blues from this local band. Every Sunday! Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 7 p.m. FREE! www.hendershotscoffee. com EXPERIMENTAL NIGHT A monthly showcase of local and touring avantgarde music. Iron Factory 9 p.m. FREE! 706-395-6877 PARADISE PATIO A bumpin’ deephouse outdoor dance party happening every Sunday, hosted by DJ Zelium.
Flicker Theatre & Bar 9 p.m. www.flickertheatreandbar.com ELEVATORS Jazzy local alternative rock band. GUEST ROOM No info available. THE PIERRES New alt-rock group from Athens. DYLAN LOFTIN Member of local punk band Nihilist Cheerleader plays a solo set of melancholy indie-folk. The Foundry Terrapin Tuesday. 7 p.m. $5. www. thefoundryathens.com HOG-EYED MAN Local instrumental duo that plays traditional Appalachian music. LITTLE COUNTRY GIANTS Old-time folk, country and blues band from Rome. Georgia Theatre On the Rooftop. 8 p.m. FREE! www. georgiatheatre.com :LOVESONGS Athens-based experimental band with jazz, electronic and metal influences. IBIS Local group featuring members of The Odd Trio and The HEAP. Nowhere Bar 9 p.m. 706-546-4742 TUESDAY NIGHT CONFESSIONAL This series, hosted by Fester Hagood, showcases acoustic solo sets from talented singersongwriters from Athens and across the country.
Wednesday 30 Boar’s Head Lounge 10 p.m. FREE! 706-369-3040 OPEN MIC A weekly open-mic jam.
Porterhouse Grill 6:30 p.m. FREE! 706-369-0990 JAZZ NIGHT The longest standing weekly music gig in Athens! Enjoy an evening of original music, improv and standards.
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Art AAAC Grants (Athens, GA) The Athens Area Arts Council is seeking applicants for its quarterly $500 grants. All local artists, arts organizations or arts-based projects are welcome to apply. Deadlines Sept. 15 and Dec. 15. info@athensarts. org, www.athensarts.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 CALL FOR ARTISTS (Hip Vintage and Handmade) Local art and crafts vendors needed for Handmade Holiday Market. 10x10 spaces are $35. Dec. 2, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. www. hipvintagehandmade.com Exhibition & Mural Proposals (Trio Contemporary Art Gallery) The new gallery is seeking proposals from curators, artists and collectives. All media welcome.
The building’s outdoor marquee mural will also be changed every few months. Email ideas to trioathens@ gmail.com Exhibition Proposals (Lyndon House Arts Center) The center reviews proposals for future art exhibitions twice annually. Exhibitions can be by local, regional, national or international artists, exchange exhibitions from other states and countries, invitational or juried exhibitions, themed exhibitions or exhibitions of historical works owned by local collectors. Due date Sept. 20. www.athensclarkecounty.com/6657/ exhibition-proposal-form Indie South Fair (Multiple Locations) Now accepting artist and vendor applications. 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. Sunday Holiday Market at Monday Night Brewing in Atlanta. Deadline Oct. 16. Event on Dec. 10, 11 a.m.–6 p.m. Find applications on website. www.indiesouthfair.com
Auditions Eb Scrooge: A Southern Fried Carol (Elberton Arts Center, 17 W. Church St., Elberton) Encore Productions is looking for
art around town AMICI (233 E. Clayton St.) Susan Pelham’s collages are inspired by Magic Realism, Surrealism and nursery rhymes. Through September. ANTIQUES & JEWELS ART GALLERY (290 N. Milledge Ave.) New paintings by Mary Porter, Greg Benson, Chatham Murray, Candle Brumby, Lana Mitchell and more. ART ON THE SIDE GALLERY AND GIFTS (17 N. Main St., Watkinsville) A gallery featuring works by various artists in media including ceramics, paintings and fused glass. ATHENS AREA UROLOGY (2142 W. Broad St.) Landscape paintings by Mike Spronck. Through August. ATHENS ART AND FRAME (1021 Parkway Blvd.) Heidi Hensley’s paintings depict colorful and eclectic scenes of Athens and UGA. ATHENS-CLARKE COUNTY LIBRARY (2025 Baxter St.) “Metal Visions: The Work of Harold Rittenberry” shares a collection of the local folk artist’s sculptures. Through Sept. 17. ATHENS INSTITUTE FOR CONTEMPORARY ART (ATHICA) (160 Tracy St.) “Leticia Bajuyo: Event Horizon” repurposes CDs and DVDs to create a large-scale installation of vortices, while theremins provide interactive sound elements. Through Sept. 10. BENDZUNAS GLASS (89 W. South Ave., Comer) The family-run studio has been creating fine art glass for almost 40 years. CITY OF WATKINSVILLE (Downtown Watkinsville) “Public Art Watkinsville: A Pop-up Sculpture Exhibit” consists of sculptures placed in prominent locations around downtown. Artists include Benjamin Lock, William Massey, Stan Mullins, Robert Clements, Harold Rittenberry and Joni Younkins-Herzog. • “Artscape Oconee: The Monuments of Artland” features a total of 20 paintings on panels installed around town. Artists include Claire Clements, Peter Loose, Andy Cherewick, Lisa Freeman, Manda McKay and others. THE CLASSIC CENTER (300 N. Thomas St.) “Warm Days, Cool Nights” celebrates summer vibes through Ariel Lockshaw’s pool paintings, Frances Berry’s minimal golden hour photos, Wade Sheldon’s nautical night skies and Hannah Ehrlich’s cloud compositions. Through December. • Jackie Dorsey’s solo exhibition in Gallery II features watercolor portraits of musicians, artists, chefs and other familiar faces of Athens. Through December. CREATURE COMFORTS BREWING CO. (271 W. Hancock Ave.) Cast resin ice cream cone sculptures by Jourdan Joly. Through Sept. 3. DONDEROS’ KITCHEN (590 N. Milledge Ave.) Artwork by Jessica Harbinson. Through August. EARTH FARE (1689 S. Lumpkin St.) Artwork by Mark Hodges and Vidaya Persaud. Through August.
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Classes 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 Art Classes (Lyndon House Arts Center) Classes include painting with Charkes Warnock and Will Eskridge, jewelry/metals with Jessie Jordan, book arts with Katherine Miller, digital photography in the age of Instagram with Clay Jordan, enamel jewelry with Leslie Litt, drawing with Toni Carlucci and printmaking with Amanda Burk. Classes begin the first week of
September. Register online. 706613-3623, www.athensclarkecounty. com/leisure Beat the Pack (Fire Station #7) The six-week cessation program helps participants quit cigarettes, chewing tobacco and e-cigarettes. Tuesdays, Aug. 22–Sept. 26, 5:30 p.m. 706542-3893, monicaw@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 Career Coach (ACC Library) A Goodwill’s Virtual Career Coach will assist patrons with job applications and resumes. First Tuesdays, 1–3 p.m. and last Thursdays, 10 a.m.–12 p.m. www.careerconnector.org Classes (OCAF, Watkinsville) “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. 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. www.gooddirt.net
FLICKER THEATRE & BAR (263 W. Washington St.) Artwork by Erica Strout. Through August. GALLERY@HOTEL INDIGO (500 College Ave.) “Spotlight 2017” features artwork by Erin McIntosh, Paul Collins and Christina Foard. Through Sept. 30. THE GRIT (199 Prince Ave.) Children’s art from Treehouse Kid & Craft. Through Sept. 10. GEORGIA MUSEUM OF ART (90 Carlton St.) “The Genius of Martin Johnson Heade” includes landscapes, marine scenes and still-life objects by the 19th century painter. Through Sept. 10. • “Local Color: Martin Johnson Heade Paintings from the Collection of Deen Day Sanders.” Through Sept. 10. • “Avocation to Vocation: Prints by F. Townsend Morgan.” Through Sept. 10. • “Modern Living: Giò Ponti and the 20th-Century Aesthetics of Design.” GLASSCUBE@INDIGO (500 College Ave.) “Rainbow Cube” is a site-specific installation by Candice Greathouse and Curtis Ames. Through October. HENDERSHOT’S COFFEE BAR (237 Prince Ave.) Jacob Wenzka shares prints of illustrations from the children’s book The Girl Who Kept Night in Her Closet. Through August. HIP VINTAGE & HANDMADE (215 Commerce Blvd.) Illustrations by Michael McGill and sculptures by Leslie Lawson. Through August. JITTERY JOE’S EASTSIDE (1860 Barnett Shoals Rd.) Portraits by Deanna Dowlatpanah and Athens scenes by Jamie Calkin. Through August. JUST PHO…AND MORE (1063 Baxter St.) “Make Me an Offer” includes new drawings and paintings by Patrick Linker. LAMAR DODD SCHOOL OF ART (270 River Rd.) See works by Mary Ruth Moore, who taught at UGA for over 40 years. Through August. LAST RESORT GRILL (174 W. Clayton St.) Nancy Everett’s colorful impressionist style paintings celebrate the Southeast. Through August. LYNDON HOUSE ARTS CENTER (293 Hoyt St.) In the Lounge Gallery, Katherine Burke presents “On a Whim,” a solo show of collages created in response to childhood memories. Through Aug. 24. • Held in celebration of the Athens-Clarke Heritage Foundation’s 50th year, the two-part exhibition “Captured in Time” presents a collection of photographs from Growing Up in Athens. “Downtown Athens through the Years.” Through Sept. 9. “Unidentified Houses of Athens.” Through Nov. 1. • “Aurora: An Installation by Zane Cochran” includes 40 suspended structures that glow and fade as visitors explore the gallery. Reception Sept. 7. Gallery Talk Oct. 7. Currently on view through Oct. 13 • “The Game Show” includes playful pieces by Esteban Patino, Curtis Ames, Mike Landers, Lea Purvis, Meg Aubrey, Noah McCarthy, Nicole Jean Hill Paul Pfeiffer, Hope Hilton and Kaleena Stasiak. Reception Sept. 7. Currently on view through Oct. 17. • “All That Remains is Nowhere” includes conceptual book art from Brian Hitselberger, Eileen Wallace and curator Margot Ecke. Reception Sept. 7. On view Aug. 29–Oct. 13. MADISON MORGAN CULTURAL CENTER (434 S. Main St., Madison) The “40 Years: Madison Morgan Cultural Center” exhibit celebrates the creation,
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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. 30, 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 Guitar Strum at Hip (Hip Vintage and Handmade) This is a group guitar lesson for adults taught by Caroline Aiken. Bring a guitar, tuner, paper, pen and list of songs you’d like to learn. Wednesdays, 5:30 p.m. $15. www.hipvintagehand made.com Hot Yoga (Fuel Hot Yoga) Classes in hot yoga are offered seven days a week. Beginners welcome. Student discounts available. 706-353-9642, www.fuelhotyoga.com One-on-One Computer Skills (ACC Library) Personalized instruction available for various computer topics. Thursdays, 9 a.m. 706-6133650, www.athenslibrary.org One-on-One Digital Media Center Tutorials (ACC Library) Get individual instruction for graphics, audio or video editing projects or learn to convert albums and cassettes to DVDs and CDs. Thursdays, 6 p.m. and Saturdays, 11 a.m. 706-613-3650 One-on-One Genealogy Assistance (ACC Library) Library staff offer assistance to genealogists and researchers. Aug. 23, 10 a.m. or Aug. 30, 2 p.m. Registration required. 706-6133650, www.athenslibrary.org/athens Resume & Job Interviewing Skills Workshop (East Athens Community Center) The resume
workshop is a two-part program covering how to write a cover letter, include professional references and more. Sept. 8 & Sept. 15, 5:30–7 p.m. The job interviewing skills workshop is a two-part program includes mock-interviews and tips for different types of interviews. Sept. 22 & Sept. 29, 5:30–7:30 p.m. For ages 15 & up. Online registration required. 706-613-3593, www. athensclarkecounty.com/leisure Tai Chi (Rubber Soul Yoga) Tai Chi in yang style and traditional long form. All levels welcome. No experience necessary. Thursdays, 9–10 a.m. 770-630-1252 Therapeutic Yoga (m3yoga, 159 Oneta St., Unit 5) m3yoga specializes in the healing aspects of yoga. All ages and experience levels welcome. Donation Flow Yoga Classes are held every Thursday at 8 p.m. Check website for classes. www. m3yoga.com Women to the World (PALS Institute) The PALS Institute provides training in GED preparation, literacy, EFL, business and computer skills to women. Women to the World covers the cost of materials and testing fees. 706-548-0000, survival@womentotheworld.org Yoga (Athens Five Points Yoga Studio) Classes are offered in Iyengar yoga, flow yoga, gentle flow, hot power flow, restorative yoga, alignment yoga and meditation. Check website for weekly schedule. www.athensfivepointsyoga.com Yoga (Rubber Soul Yoga) Ongoing classes in Kundalini, Hatha, gentle yoga, laughing yoga, acroyoga, karate and one-on-one yoga as well as guided meditation. Check website for schedule. Donation based. cal clements@gmail.com, www.rubber soulyoga.com Zumba and Boot Camp Fitness Programs (East Athens Community Center) Zumba
history and evolution of the MMCC through photographs, artifacts and text. Through Aug. 27. MAMA’S BOY (197 Oak St.) Susan Pelham’s collages are influenced by Magic Realism and Surrealism. Through August. MASON-SCHARFENSTEIN MUSEUM OF ART (567 Georgia St., Demorest) “Gloria Victis: Three Artists Respond to War” includes works by painter Temme Barkin-Leeds, sculptor Jim Buonaccorsi and ceramicist Richard Notkin. Through Sept. 15. OCONEE CULTURAL ARTS FOUNDATION (OCAF) (34 School St., Watkinsville) The 15th annual “Perspectives: Georgia Pottery Invitational” features 7,000 pieces by 50 artists from across the state. The Members Gallery hosts “Exhizen in Japan,” a collection of works by Naoki Izuma. The Hall Gallery features “In a Galaxy Not Far Away” by Beau Raymond. Opening gala Aug. 25. Through Sept. 13. RICHARD B. RUSSELL JR. SPECIAL COLLECTIONS LIBRARIES (300 S. Hull St.) In the Brown Media Library, see the “Steele Vintage Broadcast Microphone Collection.” • “Gold-digging in Georgia: America’s First Gold Rush” tells the story of Georgia’s antebellum gold rush through nuggets, historic maps, photographs, postcards and other artifacts. Through Dec. 5. SMITH-WILLIAMS GALLERY, PIEDMONT COLLEGE (1021 Central Ave., Demorest) “Leticia Bajuyo: In-Finity” repurposes discarded CDs and DVDs into a large-scale installation. Closing reception Sept. 8. Through Sept. 10. SOUTHERN BREWING COMPANY (231 Collins Industrial Blvd.) Linoleum cuts and woodcuts Christopher Ingham. Through August. THE STATE BOTANICAL GARDEN OF GEORGIA (2450 S. Milledge Ave.) “Meet Your Neighbors” features large-scale photographs of insects, birds, plants, reptiles and amphibians by Jena Johnson and Chuck Murphy. Opening reception Aug. 27. Through Oct. 8. THE SURGERY CENTER (2142 W. Broad St.) Rita Knight presents a new collection of paintings in “Women…a Journey from Childhood to SelfDiscovery.” Through August. TERRAPIN BEER CO. (265 Newton Bridge Rd.) Artwork by Marisa Mustard. 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.) Ecologist Amy Rosemond creates paintings inspired by the pattern and beauty of the natural world. Through Sept. 10. WINTERVILLE CENTER FOR COMMUNITY AND CULTURE (371 N. Church St., Winterville) Several local artists interpret the theme “Ripening.” 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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Help Out Animal Shelter (Athens, GA) Volunteers are needed to help socialized adoptable cats and dogs, participate at adoption events, and assist at the spay/neuter center. www.athenshumanesociety.org
Kidstuff Art Classes (Lyndon House Arts Center) 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). Classes begin the first week of September. 706-613-3623, www. athensclarkecounty.com/lyndon house Art Passport (Lyndon House Arts Center) The Art Passport is a new free booklet that provides an interactive visit for families and children. Get your passport stamped each time you visit an exhibit, or feel free to draw on its pages in response
Illustrations by Jacob Wenzka from The Girl Who Kept Night in Her Closet, an upcoming children’s book written by Bart King, are currently on view at Hendershot’s Coffee Bar through August. 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 Free IT (Free IT Athens) Volunteers wanted to refurbish and recycle computers. Free IT Athens provides technology resources to Athens residents and organizations. No experience necessary, but first-timers should come to an orientation. www. freeitathens.org/volunteer 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 Readers Needed (Learning Ally) Learning Ally is looking for volunteers to train as readers to help create audio textbooks for people with print disabilities. 706-549-1313, scourt@learningally.org 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
to what you see in the galleries. Available at the front desk. 706-613-3623 Wild Intelligence Nature Connection Programs (Multiple Locations) Weekly, monthly or year-long programs. Activities range from wilderness survival skills, plant identification, making primitative tools, crafts, games, tracking animals and more. Locations range from the State Botanical Garden, Earthsong and McBride Family Farm. Check website for dates, times, age requirements and tuition. www.wild intelligence.org Youth Sports Program Registration (Multiple Locations) Now registering. Youth soccer programs for ages 4–12 take place at Southeast Clarke Park. Sept. 5–Oct. 21. $65–98. Tennis for ages 5–16 at the Athens-Clarke County Tennis Center and Bishop Park. Sept. 6–Dec. 6. $60–90. www.athens clarkecounty.com/sports
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. Contact for info. 478-955-3422, 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 Alternative Lifestyle Meetups (Multiple Locations) “The Athens Polyamory Meetup” is for those who identify as poly or poly supportive. Held first Thursdays, 7 p.m. at the ACC Library. “Athens Area Lifestyle” is for those interested in non-typical relationship dynamics. Third Thursdays. Email for location. athensalt@yahoo.com Caregivers’ Support Group (Tuckston United Methodist Church) Find support with other caregivers. Non-denominational meetings are held the 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. Park in the lot across the street on Williams Street. Thursdays, 6–7 p.m. except July 20, 6:30–7:30 p.m. tinyurl.com/ DudesHelpingDudes, www. brainaidfest.com Emotions Anonymous (Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens) A 12-step program open to anyone with a desire to become well emotionally. Meets Sundays, 4–5 p.m. 706-202-7463 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! 770-225-0804 ext. 700, namihallga@gmail. com, 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. Second and fourth Thursday of each month, 7–9 p.m. $10 suggested donation. kelli@followingwisdom.com, www.heartpathstudio.org
On The Street Cause + Effect (Athens, GA) Cause + Effect, a progressive film competition and festival hosted by Alliance for a Better Georgia, is seeking short films focused on social, political, environmental or economic issues facing Georgia. Winners receive a $1000 prize. Submissions accepted through Oct. 15. Winners will be screened at Ciné. FREE! www. causeandeffectfilm.org Inclusive Book Club (Madison County Library, Danielsville) Adults of all abilities can read out loud and discuss a book from the “I Survived” series by Lauren Tarshis. 706-795-5597, www.athenslibrary. org/madison The Classic City Fringe Festival (Athens, GA) The Classic City Fringe Festival is seeking performers in theater, dance, performance art, puppetry, improv, comedy and more. Deadline Aug. 31. Festival Oct. 19–22. classiccityfringefest@ gmail.com, www.classiccityfringe festival.com UGA Press Book Sale (UGA Main Library) Browse new and out-of-print books. Aug. 22–23, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. 706-542-3251 f
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In the hands of a journeyman director, the tonal shift from the show’s charming quirk to the film’s obscenity would be jarring. However, Lynch is a master stylist whose skilled manipulation of sounds and images dulls the sharp edges of his content. When Laura and goody-two-shoes best
Twin Peaks: Fire Walk With Me friend Donna go out to the town’s roadhouse, deep-red lighting and cool-blueish strobes drench every illicit sexual and drug activity in the room. The grinding drums and bass on the soundtrack are so loud that all dialogue is subtitled. Here, Lynch assembles a scene that—like much of the movie— expertly assaults viewers’ senses until they are numb to the point of being able to pay witness to Laura’s gradual, painful end.
Stay Home and Watch IN THE LOOP (2009) While Fire Walk With Me bridges the gap between two iterations of the same series, In the Loop functions as a link between Iannucci’s major works. The film continues the reign of terror of political fixer Malcolm Tucker (Peter Capaldi) from the BBC comedy “The Thick of It,� but also acts as the first assembly of many actors from the “Veep� cast (Anna Chlumsky, David Rasche, Zach Woods). The signature style of the two shows— peppering the high-minded “walk and talk� of Aaron Sorkin with creative and casual profanities—is just as funny at feature length as it is in half-hour installments. The dialogue, which earned an Academy Award nomination for Best Adapted Screenplay, is the strongest selling point of Iannucci’s work, but he takes visual risks in In the Loop that make jokes and one-liners pop even harder. As British and American politicians maneuver in the lead-up to war with an unnamed Middle Eastern country, the lack of respect that these low-wattage politicos inspire is apparent. The camera will often dart away from these sad sacks to impressive instances of political architecture like the Washington Monument or the Capitol dome, implying characters’ insignificance in the larger political machine. With these flourishes, the absurdist thread running through all of Iannucci’s work is bolded. If the people whose decisions decide the fate of nations are vain, petty and childish, our only recourse is ridicule. f
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STEP (PG) Rousing, inspirational documentaries do not necessarily go hand in hand as much as one might believe. Trying to inspire is often less than rousing. By the competition used as the suspenseful climax of Step, a documentary following a group of inner-city Baltimore high-school seniors, the audience will feel like such a stakeholder in the lives of these girls that cheers or tears will be hard to contain. All of the girls are part of the first class to graduate from a public charter school, the Baltimore Leadership School for Young Women, and its step team, the Lethal Ladies of BLSYW. Blessin founded the school’s step team as a sixth grader. Since then, she has suffered personal setbacks that leave her scrambling to find a place for post-secondary education. Lucky Tayla has a very involved mother, Maisha, who works in corrections and comes to every step practice. Cori is brilliant and hoping to get a full scholarship that will allow her to attend her dream school, Johns Hopkins. In a mere hour and a half, filmmaker Amanda Lipitz will have the audience caring like BLSYW’s college counselor, Paula Dofat. With the news flooded with violent images of Baltimore in the wake of the Freddie Gray tragedy, and the Black Lives Matter movement viewed in two glaringly different lights, stories like those told in the sincerely stirring Step must be heard, both by those in similar situations and those whose lives bear no resemblance to the experiences of Blessin, Tayla and Cori. f
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How Do I Help a Hurtful Friend? Advice for Athens’ Loose and Lovelorn By Bonita Applebum advice@flagpole.com I have a friend. We met over a decade ago and have stayed in touch through jobs, boyfriends, moves, worse jobs, family deaths and everything else. I’ve always been able to reach out to her when I’m in need, and I always offer her the same. Things have changed over recent years. She’s always been more successful in… well, everything! She’s prettier, for sure, and works more white-collar jobs than me, and she’s always been OK with me being a bit of a slouch. But she has bought a house she can’t afford, and her love life is in the dumps right now (she recently ended an engagement), plus other stuff. She’s not talking to me so much anymore, and she’s kinda throwing side-shots at me. She makes little snide comments here and there about how easy my life must be. Well, it’s not, and I don’t appreciate that. I told her so, and she really blew up at me, and now we’re not talking. We live states apart, and I’m worried about my friend, but I can’t take her bullying. I want to help her, but not at this cost. Any advice would help. Sincerely, At a Loss
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through a quarter-life crisis. She’s wondering what the hell she’s doing and where her life is going. She’s on a sinking ship in an empty house that’s going to bankrupt her, and she’s wondering how she got there. She might feel so helpless by her financial straits that she’s doubting every move she’s made in her life up to right now. And then she looks at her friend, living in a college town with pretty cheap rent and doing OK in a blue-collar field, and it burns her up. Societal norms dictate that she’s supposed to be the one who is unbothered and doing well, not you. I’m also a slouch in comparison to my oldest friends, most of whom are some combination of married, parenting and home-owning. I’ve got none of that going for me, and I’m OK with that. I live a great life, and my tied-down friends notice that. They say how they wish they could go out for a beer on a whim or buy lingerie instead of Baby Bjorns. Your friend might have a great job, but mortgages aren’t cheap, and neither are car notes. You might make less money than her,
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If you’ve been friends for this long, and she’s at house-buying age, then I’m guessing you’re both past your mid-20s and possibly into your 30s. You’ve been there together throughout the tough times, sure, but “tough times” in your 20s tend to be more relationship-oriented—terrible roommates, nightmare bosses, cheating partners, etc. It’s a semi-charmed life in the respect that while these things can be trying, they’re really not things that create permanent impacts on our lives. I thought there was nothing worse than living with not one but two drug dealers when I was in a big city, until I started seriously pursuing buying a home. Now THAT is stress. And sure, boyfriends can be a headache, but she had a fiancé and purchased a home. She probably saw that as the home in which they’d make a life together, but not anymore. That sucks. One might say that your friend is going
but you probably have more disposable income because you have less, and smaller, bills. Your friend is a drop in a flood of people who have bitten off more than they can chew in the current housing market, plus she’s recovering from heartbreak. She doesn’t have healthy coping skills, and she’s lashing out at people who are just trying to be supportive. She should look into subsidies for first-time home buyers in her state to help relieve the financial pressure she’s under, or maybe get some roommates or do Airbnb. I recommend breaking the silence and reaching out to her. Go ahead and forgive her for her outburst. She’s stressed out, dude (but she’s still responsible for her words and behavior). She needs to be encouraged to get out of this funk and work proactively to fix her financial problems. She can do it. Be the one to say these words to her, and tell her you love her and appreciate her. Be the friend you’ve always been. f
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