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Workers are replacing First Christian Church’s nearly 100-year-old red tin roof, which was damaged in a hail storm last year. The material the downtown church chose doesn’t come in red, so they opted for a shade of green similar to Athens City Hall.

This Modern World . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 NEWS: City Dope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

USG Audit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

ACC Takes Input on Murmur Trestle

The Locavore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

FOOD: Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Beast Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Classic City Brew Fest Returns

Radio Report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Grub Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Theater Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

MUSIC: Threats & Promises . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

The Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Donny Knottsville Un-Retires to Do the Thing

Bulletin Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Art Around Town . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

MOVIES: Movie Dope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Hey, Bonita . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

What to See on the Big Screen This Week

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No Consensus on New Courthouse PLUS, THE FATE OF THE MURMUR TRESTLE AND MORE LOCAL NEWS By Blake Aued and John Huie news@flagpole.com Having met for 70 hours over nearly five months with “good humor and mutual respect,” the 22-member SPLOST 2020 citizens advisory committee made its first presentation to the Athens-Clarke County Mayor and Commission last week. The committee was appointed to vet 88 project proposals that had been submitted by county departments, citizens and local organizations, but most of that wish list cannot be funded even if voters approve continuation of the 1 percent sales tax in November. The elected county commission will make the final decision in August as to which projects end up on the list for voters to consider, following public input and further recommendations by the citizens committee. Already there is some daylight between recommendations of the citizens committee and the commission, especially about the proposed new courthouse. Most commissioners seem to agree that a new, larger courthouse is needed, although they differ on where it should be built (and its location would be determined only if it makes the list and then is approved by voters). But despite touring the current 100-year-old courthouse and recognizing its deficiencies, the citizens committee did not reach a consensus about the project, and left it off their recommended list. They would like to have seen “a true alternative proposal” to the expensive new building, other than a proposed new municipal building to house the courthouse’s nonjudicial functions, chairwoman Shannon Wilder told commissioners. “The opposition to [a new courthouse] went deep” she said, largely because of a criminal justice system that the committee “perceived as being unjust and unfair to many in our community.” Some commissioners had reservations, too: Tim Denson saw “systemic racism in

the criminal justice system.” Athens, he said, needs “not just a new building, but a new vision about what justice is.” The citizens committee prioritized projects that would serve Athens’ young people, and recommended building—in conjunction with the school district—an Eastside youth building to be staffed by the Boys and Girls Clubs of Athens. ACC commissioners also liked the idea of building the proposed Eastside library next door to the youth building on Gaines School Road, rather than at Southeast Clarke Park. The citizens group also tried to favor projects that would complete or support previously built facilities, that dovetail with community plans such as Envision Athens or the county’s land-use plan, that are equitably distributed across the county, and that benefit underserved citizens. “The people who are most hurt by this regressive tax don’t feel that they’re included in anything in Athens-Clarke County,” Denson said. (Commissioner Andy Herod pointed out that substantial portions of the tax will be paid by out-of-county shoppers.) Ongoing operating costs were also considered; the recommended projects would add only $1.5 million a year in such costs. Many “worthy and important” projects were left off for lack of funds, Wilder said. Nearly 1,000 comments from the public have been received on the various projects, and can still be made or read on the SPLOST page at accgov.com. The Classic Center Authority’s 6,000seat indoor arena did make the list. At $59 million, it’s nearly as expensive as the $70 million judicial center. Both commissioners and committee members are concerned about overlap with two planned privately-owned amphitheaters off Newton Bridge and Commerce roads, as well as the pay level of the jobs it would create. “We don’t

of the NAACP, said they were hurt but not really need more jobs. We need better-quality jobs,” said Commissioner Mariah Parker. surprised by the Snapchat video, which showed a white UGA fraternity member While the more expensive projects were whipping another white student with a belt, the most discussed, 34 projects remain on telling him to “pick my cotton,” and using a the recommended list, which must still be trimmed further. The recommended list will racial slur. They also criticized the university administration’s response to the video. cost some $299 million, but the sales tax “There are students of color who don’t is projected to produce only $248 million over nine years, though commissioners may feel safe, who don’t feel comfortable, and that’s a failure on the administration’s extend it to 10 years and $278 million. If a part,” one student said. new courthouse is added, $70 million less Attendees nearly filled a 300-seat will be available for other projects. Still on the recommended list are match- auditorium at the MLC. The event had to be moved from the Tate Center ing money for airport grants; a sidewalk Intersection—a safe space founded after a along Vincent Drive; replacing the Whit series of racist posts on minority groups’ Davis fire station; replacing aging stormFacebook pages rocked the university in water infrastructure; providing broadband 2013—because so many people turned out. Wi-Fi downtown and to underserved areas The purpose of the event was to allow throughout Clarke County; renovations minority students to express their feelings at Holland, Bishop and Memorial parks and give white students an opportunity and Bear Hollow Zoo; a new Westside to understand their park and community perspective, accordcenter (location to There are students of ing to Kaela Yamini, be determined); a public park on the color who don’t feel safe, president of the UGA NAACP. county’s riverfront “Every year, every Beech Haven property who don’t feel comfortable, semester, I’ve seen on Atlanta Highway; and that’s a failure on the something like this parking areas and trail administration’s part. happen,” academic development to open advisor Ricky Roberts Tallassee Forest Park said. But few incidents are reported. Black publicly; a shared-use path along Tallassee students and staffers described being Road; reconstruction of kennels at the second-guessed at their jobs, passed over animal shelter; Athens Welcome Center for awards and sitting alone on a crowded improvements; replacing the 911 system bus—and constantly wondering if it’s and building an emergency operations because they’re black, adding to the normal center; a new mental health/addiction stress of school and work. residential treatment facility; “water trail” Senior Langston Leake said the video boat launches along the North and Middle will likely color his memories of his time Oconee rivers; an “art walk” on Jackson at UGA. The worst part, to him, was an Street downtown; and a new facility for off-camera student egging on the student sorting recycling. [John Huie] with the belt to say the n-word. “It’s the opposite of what we ask white people to do,” he said. Coming from a nearly all-white high school, Leake said he’s used to being the More than 200 University of Georgia only black person in the room, and there students gathered at the Miller Learning were times when someone said something Center last week to talk about a racist video questionable that he wished he’d pushed that went viral the previous weekend. back on. Like several other speakers, he Black students who spoke at the “In urged white people to call out racist stateSolidarity” event, organized by the Student ments amongst themselves. Government Association and UGA chapter Others referenced the university’s his-

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tory as an all-white institution until 1961, and where slaves were owned 100 years prior. “Fundamentally, this university has been built out of racism,” said Cameron Coleman, pointing to the slave remains discovered underneath Baldwin Hall and photos of white students in KKK gear and blackface in yearbooks as recently as the 1960s. Several students also predicted that the incident will discourage African Americans from applying to UGA, where only 9 percent of students are black. Some said they themselves caught grief from parents and friends for enrolling. “I’m sure black student enrollment is going to plummet because of some racist video going around,” said Destin Mizelle, the SGA treasurer. While the national Tau Kappa Epsilon organization has expelled the four members involved in the video and suspended the UGA chapter, for many students, that’s not enough. Student Mark Norris criticized the “regurgitated statement” the administration puts out whenever an incident of racism occurs, and called for more concrete action. The Equal Opportunity Office is investigating. Some speakers said the students involved in the video should be expelled from the university. Vice President for Student Affairs Victor Wilson attended the gathering, but a number of speakers said President Jere Morehead should have been there, too. SGA President Ammishaddai GrandJean said he and other black student leaders met with Morehead in private on Mar. 25. “He is aware. He is concerned,” GrandJean said. “He cares about what’s happening.” But there’s a limit to what Morehead can do or say at the moment, given the ongoing EOO investigation, he said. The SGA and NAACP devoted a portion of the meeting to identify steps to take next. Ideas included a commission or task force on racial issues, more collaboration between white and black Greek organizations, mandatory diversity and inclusion training or multicultural classes, and a greater focus on activism and social justice in the first-year curriculum and immersion programs. [Blake Aued]

Save the Murmur Trestle? With the construction of Firefly Trail finally underway after nearly 20 years, Athens-Clarke County finally has to make a decision about what to do with the Murmur trestle. In 2000, CSX started to remove rails and demolish trestles along an abandoned rail line running from Winterville to downtown Athens. One of those trestles, near Poplar Street, was featured on the back cover of R.E.M.’s album Murmur. Fans rallied, and ACC purchased the trestle and halted the demolition, but not before it was halfway gone. As many cities have done with unused railroads—see New York’s High Line or the Silver Comet Trail west of Atlanta—ACC decided to convert the flat, level rail bed into a walking and biking trail. Sales tax collections, planning and federal approval took over a decade. The first leg of the trail, between East Broad Street and Dudley Park, opened last year. Initially, there was not enough money for a new bridge over Trail Creek, but that’s changed since voters approved a 1 percent sales tax for transportation in 2017. In the meantime, what remains of the Murmur trestle has continued to deteriorate. A previous study found that it was not structurally sound, but engineering firm Kimley-Horn is doing its own assessment. Potentially, the trestle could be repaired or replaced, or a new bridge could be built alongside it, with the 75-foot-tall, 500-footlong Murmur trestle or a part of it shored up and preserved. However, the original wood is already long gone—the parts have all been replaced since the 1970s. The trestle has historical value besides being a landmark of Athens music history: Built in 1888, it was part of Georgia’s first state-chartered railroad, which opened in 1841 between Athens and Augusta, and helped spur Athens’ growth as a mill town. Before they come up with design concepts, Kimley-Horn consultants and ACC officials are accepting public comments on what to do with the trestle. A survey will be up at accgov.com/8735/Firefly-Bridge-OverTrail-Creek until Apr. 12. [BA] f

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Pension Problems AUDIT FINDS USG SHORTED TEACHER RETIREMENT FUND By Ashlyn Webb news@flagpole.com he University System of Georgia has Constitution gives USG broad authority to shorted its employees’ pension fund spend its appropriations however it wants. over $600 million since it stopped making Vice Chancellor for Communication Jen legally required payments to the fund over a Talaber Ryan said USG is not receiving decade ago, according to a state audit. excess funds, and is still grappling with $1.2 When the Optional Retirement Program, billion in annual austerity reductions dating a 401(k) plan for USG employees, was creback to the economic downturn that started ated in 1990, legislation required the USG in 2007. to make two types of annual payments to USG officials deny they owe TRS any the Teacher Retirement System to make up payments. “The University System of for fewer employees paying into the TRS Georgia has several significant concerns pension fund. Roughly 400,000 current and with the conclusions and recommendations former teachers, librarians and university of the Department of Audit and Accounts’ faculty and staff are part of TRS. special review,” according to a statement One of those required payments has not from Ryan. “USG does not believe it adebeen made since 2008, equaling an estiquately presents critical information for use mated $600 million to $660 million, accord- by policymakers. Further, it is not reflective ing to the audit. The other payment has never been made, and One required payment has not been made state auditors don’t since 2008, equaling an estimated $600 know the amount. The audit also found million to $660 million, according to the audit. that USG shorted Optional Retirement Program members $12.6 million in fiscal year 2007. The first payment required by a 2010 law requires USG to make an unfunded accrued liability payment to the TRS equal to the amount that would have been made for ORP employees if they joined TRS. But TRS never billed USG for of past sound decisions made by TRS and is those payments from 2008–2018. inconsistent with advice received from the Like many pension funds, TRS investAttorney General.” ments took a beating during the Great The audit recommended that TRS Recession. The financial stability of TRS has “should calculate and bill for the amount of been questioned in recent years, especially the unfunded accrued liability and normal among state politicians who have repeatcost owed by USG associated with ORP edly had to pull from the state treasury to members for fiscal year 2019 and each year keep the system afloat. Just this year, the going forward.” In a statement to Flagpole, General Assembly was forced to pour nearly Ryan said USG does not agree with this $600 million into the system. In 2017, the recommendation. legislature voted to spend $223 million to The audit also stated that the General keep the system financially stable. Assembly “should review the current budWhile USG was not making payments get process to determine whether USG is into the TRS, state auditors said USG receiving an appropriate amount to fund requested appropriations from the General retirement benefits.” State auditors and Assembly to cover its TRS retirement USG agree that if the General Assembly costs, which included $250 million for the wants to bail USG out of making payments unfunded accrued liability payment. to TRS, the 2010 law requiring USG to fund According to the audit, the USG budget TRS will need to be repealed or revised. staff told auditors they “did not know or In addition, the audit found an adminunderstand all of the underlying assumpistrative error that resulted in ORP memtions of their budget calculations.” bers being shorted $12.8 million in fiscal State auditors found that the missed year 2007. State auditors recommended payments did not affect university employUSG make contributions to ORP member ees, but did cost colleges, universities accounts to make up for that error. and public school systems, such as the Even if USG is not legally bound to reimUniversity of Georgia, that had to make up burse for the administrative error, auditors for what USG did not pay. In turn, these recommend USG make up for the error institutions were charged “higher TRS because the Governmental Accounting employer contribution rates,” according to Standards Board says that “even if the the audit. UGA had no comment. agreement may not be legally enforceable, If USG wasn’t making payments to TRS, the government may have a liability due where did the roughly $600 million go? to the social, moral, or economic conseState auditors don’t know. The Georgia quences.” f

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INVENTIVE ALES Find New Favorite Beers at the Classic City Brew Fest

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he 24th Classic City Brew Fest this Sunday at the Athens Cotton Press will feature more craft beer than ever before. The Apr. 7 festival will feature over 50 different firkins, or large wooden and metal casks, of beer from across the globe. Brewers use these casks instead of regular kegs in order to infuse different flavors, such as chocolate, fruit and extra hops, and to naturally carbonate the beer, giving it less foam and a more intense flavor. Owen Ogletree is the founder of Classic City Brew Fest and has organized it every year since its beginning. After opening a homebrew shop in 1995 called Brewtopia, he decided to start the festival to help educate people on craft beer. When Ogletree first started brewing, there were four breweries in Georgia. Today, there are hundreds, and four in Athens alone, with two more on the way. “When I ran beer festivals in the ’90s, I’d have to beg people to come,” Ogletree says. “Now, craft beer is huge, and people are super into it, which is super cool to see.” The Classic City Brew Fest features bottled and tap beers,

food from Biggum’s Bar-B-Que and live music by Rush Morgan. Other cities across the country have similar festivals, but what sets it apart is what’s done with the proceeds. The proceeds are given to the Athens-Clarke County Humane Society, which has been the official beneficiary of the festival since it first began. It’s expected to raise about $10,000, making it the biggest fundraiser of the year for the humane society.

Happy Birthday to Beer Terrapin celebrates its 17th anniversary with a carnival from 4:30– 8:30 p.m. Saturday, Apr. 6 at the Newton Bridge Road brewery. In addition to year-round brews, the carnival features cask ales, barrel-aged beers, beers from Terrapin’s ATL Brew Lab at SunTrust Park and other special brews, along with entertainment from the Balkun Brothers band, local vendors, food trucks and games. Tickets, available at terrapinbeer.com, are $26 and include beer samples, a brewery tour and a souvenir glass. Proceeds will benefit Nuçi’s Space, a mental health and resource center for musicians. On Saturday, Apr. 13, Creature Comforts will release a limited-edition Five Year Anniversary Ale—a blended 12.8% ABV ale aged in whiskey barrels for 23 months—at its Hancock Avenue brewery downtown. Other limited-edition beers that will be available include Existence (2019), Concurrence Blend No. 001, Duende and Athena Tiki (Painkiller). Creature Comforts’ fifth-anniversary celebration takes place Friday, Apr. 12 from 1–10 p.m. and Saturday, Apr. 13 from 1–11 p.m. Both days feature live music, headlined by Partials on Friday and New Madrid on Saturday. For more information, visit creaturecomfortsbeer.com. [Blake Aued]

Cronweld Leon, the social media and event coordinator at the humane society, says the organization relies on this event every year to care for future pets. “We’ll use the money to buy food, bedding and other supplies, but mostly to catch up on the animals’ medical bills,” Leon says. “Everyone should come out, because your proceeds could not go anywhere better than helping little ones find a home.” Any money that is left over after the humane society pays off its expenses is put in a “pay it forward” fund. This fund pays to spay and neuter ani-

mals whose owners cannot afford the procedure themselves. Beyond the charitable aspect, some people attend the festival every year to see a familiar face or buy a specific beer; others go with no expectations and want to try something new. This year, there will be something new for everyone, as two new breweries in Athens plan to make an appearance and unveil new brews. Athentic Brewing Company is a microbrewery on Park Avenue that is expected to open in late summer or early fall. The Atlanta Highway brewpub Akademia has allowed Athentic to use its space to work on new recipes, one of which will be available at the festival. Athentic is bringing both a bottled and cask version of its My Naughty Little Pet Scotch ale. The cask version is

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aged with oak spirals and hints of cocoa. Although Athentic was present at Classic City Brew Fest last year, Marketing and Events Manager Kimberly Wise says this year is exciting for them, as the brand is better known. “We’re trying to really make a name for ourselves, and I think Brew Fest is the perfect way for us to do that,” Wise says. “Akademia is being really generous in letting us use their space, so we’re doing our best to make the most of it.” Normaltown Brewing Co. will also be represented at the festival. The brewery is located behind the Athens Cotton Press, in the Chase Park Warehouses, and has donated some of its space for check-in to help the event run smoothly. According to Ogletree, Normaltown is about three-quarters finished with construction. Other Athens breweries will also be present at the festival, including Akademia, Creature Comforts and Southern Brewing Company. Only those breweries will be allowed to serve beer on tap; all others can only offer bottled or cask beers. Attendees will have the opportunity to try a different rare bottled or canned beer every 30 minutes at what Ogletree calls the “special treats” tables. Ogletree says he wants this event to be something that both beer connoisseurs and people who know nothing about beer can enjoy. “Most of the people who come are beer geeks, but I think the ones who enjoy it most are those who are just beginning to learn about craft beer,” Ogletree says. “I want everyone who comes to learn new things and have a great time.” Tickets for the event include unlimited pours and are available at classiccitybrew. com. Other events at local bars and breweries are taking place as part of Athens Beer Week; see the website for a full listing. f

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By Dan Jackson news@flagpole.com As customer demand for locally grown produce, meats and other foods grows, the number of farmers markets has exploded across the country. The U.S. Department of Agriculture started tracking farmers markets in 1994, when it listed 1,775 markets; by 2017 there were 8,600, with sales of more than $1 billion per year. Athens consumers can buy from two farmers markets— the Athens Farmers Market at Bishop Park, which opened for the season Mar. 23, and the West Broad Market Garden, which kicks off May 4. Locally grown food is also available through “Community Supported Agriculture” groups (CSAs) such as Collective Harvest, a collection of local family farmers that markets directly to consumers with a different model. Brick-and-mortar retailers like the Daily Groceries Co-op and Opa Robby’s Market also offer primarily local food choices. What is driving this growth? A survey of restaurateurs, growers, marketers and consumers suggests that more consumers want to have control over the kinds of foods they SAVANNAH COLE

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eat. They feel they can trust local farmers with “organic” or “naturally grown” certifications to produce fresher, tastier foods. A Washington State University study found that farmers producing organic or “naturally grown” produce obtain a 30 percent premium over supermarket fare. Yet each person interviewed for this article waved away concerns about higher prices, noting the extreme effort required to produce food of this quality. What is the difference between the “organic” certification and “naturally grown?” According to Cameron Teeter, garden manager of the West Broad Market Garden, the USDA audits “organic” farmers, at great cost to the farmer. Farmers who offer “naturally grown” foods are audited by other local farmers to ensure that certain practices are upheld, often as strict as those adhered to by organic farmers. This peer review system is “a little easier and far less expensive, important for new farmers,” Teeter says. The Athens Farmers Market estimates its annual sales at more than $1.25 million, and its board stipulates that vendors must be from nearby Georgia counties and either certified organic or naturally grown. Local chef Lindsey Payne, owner of Lindsey’s Culinary Market, says she enjoys the seasonal variety and element of surprise of locally grown foods. “You don’t know what’s coming in, you have ideas that come to you from what’s available, and it keeps the menu fresh and customers coming in.” Craig Page of the Athens-Clarke County Planning Department, who has long been involved in the locally grown movement, also likes the improved taste and freshness of locally grown foods. “Tomatoes are the poster child

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for a crop that commercial farmers only grow a handful of varieties,” he says. “Local farms can grow more heirloom varieties… that are sweet because they’re allowed to fully ripen on the vine.” Page adds that there is a human element to purchasing from local farmers because “people… also want to have the ability to shake the hand of the person who is producing your food.” Jessica Rothacker is the owner of Heirloom Café and Fresh Market, and she has tied the success of her restaurant to offering plentiful choices of locally grown foods. “A lot of our marketing centers around having local food,” she says. “We have customers who are clearly eager to buy local, and they ask me where they can buy locally grown food.” Collective Harvest, a CSA, is a partnership made up of seven farm families in the Athens area. They market sustainably grown fruits and vegetables to Athens area consumers using a subscription model. “People sign up at the beginning of each season to get a weekly, customizable box of seasonal produce,” says Collective Harvest General Manager Lisa Merva. Deliveries are made to several Athens locations for pickup. Merva adds that the group hopes to have home delivery available by the end of the year. The group also delivers to several Athens restaurants, including Donna Chang’s, Five and Ten, White Tiger and others. At the heart of the locally grown movement are the consumers who go out of their way to purchase local food. Teri Hamlin says she doesn’t pay attention to the premium she pays. “Cost is not relevant,” she says. “I have worked with farmers, so I know the kind of work that’s involved. If it’s certified organic, I know from my experience the work that goes into it.” For some in a city where the poverty rate approaches 40 percent, though, cost is relevant. That’s why both local farmers markets double EBT (food stamp) dollars through partnerships with Wholesome Wave Georgia. Hamlin, a retired educator, seeks the higher nutrition of locally grown produce. “I’d rather eat an apple from North Georgia with 98 percent of its original nutritional value than one that’s harvested in Washington and subjected to months of cold storage with 20 percent of its value,” she says. David Berle, a professor of horticulture and director of the UGArden on South Milledge Avenue, points out that organic gardening in Georgia can be an uphill battle. “If you’re eating an all-organic diet, you’re going to have a hard time eating locally in Georgia, where you have high humidity and temperatures, which can mean lots of insects and fungus,” he says. Organic farmers and gardeners don’t have the same weapons against these pests as conventional ones. “We use cover crops like sun hemp to keep down Bermuda grass and other weeds in the summer,” when preparing the soil for fall crops like kale or lettuce, he says. “We also rotate fields and grow summer crops in gardens that have been sown with cover crops like oats and winter peas, which adds organic material and fixes nitrogen from the air.” Crop rotation, he adds, can also interrupt cycles of disease. Even so, Berle is a big supporter of local food, and says that the UGArden grows upwards of seven tons of fresh produce each year, with three seasons of crops grown on less than an acre of land. Much of that goes to UGA Campus Kitchen, a “student powered hunger relief program.” But he adds that growing local is only part of the conversation, which he feels should include curbing the U.S.’s enormous amounts of wasted food. f

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FAMILY: When I’ve been out to What’s made horchata, hibiscus and tamarindo for Cooking, the small Mexican restaurant on the drinking, and you shouldn’t neglect to Commerce Road with a whole bunch of check the board that lists daily desserts, plants and a sign that resembles a cabin, I which might include some pretty tasty haven’t been super impressed. The food was cream-filled churros. fine, but the tortas were nothing very excitThe restaurant is undeniably a famiing, and I felt you could get better Mexican ly-run organization, and the small size gives food elsewhere. That didn’t give me super everything a personal touch. El Zarco also high hopes for El Zarco (650 W. Broad St., has hot wings, Jarritos, dips, fajitas, sopes, 706-850-2010), brought to you by the same burritos, grilled shrimp and nachos. It does people as What’s Cooking, but in a much not serve alcohol, and is open for lunch closer location. It turns out, it’s both sweet Tuesday through Sunday and for dinner and worth your time, especially if you live every day. Unlike its parent organization, or work toward the middle of town. which now just does catering, it takes credit The space that was previously 180°F cards. Cafe, serving Taiwanese street food, has been reimagined, with sarapes on the tables ROAD TRIP: If you’re in Madison on a and walls to provide color and twinkly lights Saturday, you might want to hit up around the windows. El Zarco still feels a Madison Produce Company, which also bit like a temporary operation, or one that’s serves as a deli. From the outside, it looks built for take-out business, partially due to like the kind of cutesy shop that is the the plastic cutlery, and partially due to the way your complimentary salsa for dine-in comes in a little disposable container with a lid, ice cold from the fridge. The menu is a simple, two-sided thing with a single photograph, and a lot of the offerings don’t seem all that adventurous (e.g., a salad with fried chicken tenders Madison Produce Company over mixed greens, with or without buffalo sauce). None of that is very promising, town’s brand, but if you step inside, you’ll but there are lovely things to be found, see that it actually has both beer and wine especially on the weekend. to consume with your meal. Order at the Mexican-style tacos come on housecounter, and you can sit inside or outside, made corn tortillas that are a bit thicker either choice involving patio furniture. You than the norm and therefore feature only can also wander around and look at many, one tortilla per taco rather than two. many different types of honeys, jams, pickDressed with the usual cilantro, chopped les and suchlike, or you can peruse some raw onion and lime, they can be ordered fresh vegetables, beef from Verner Farms, with chicken, chorizo, asada or al pastor, down the road in Rutledge, bread from and although everything is pretty good, Luna and more, both refrigerated and not. the latter—as it often is—is the best. Just Sandwiches come on Luna bread and are get three of those, and enjoy the pineapple. made with Boar’s Head meats and cheeses. There are nice enchiladas, with rice and The Reuben is a thinner, more pressed verbeans on the side, that are pleasingly simsion of the standard, but it works. Better ple and flavorful. The chips are homemade yet is the Burnin’ Sherman, a signature and, again, thicker than usual, which I don’t sandwich with grilled jalapeño pimento love, but you might. cheese, spicy pepper jelly and good bacon, I still don’t think the torta is all that. all on sourdough. Hot dogs are substantial. The Cubana version comes with steak, Everything is well priced. Ingredients tend chicken, ham and pineapple, plus tomatoes, to be high quality. You can add a variety of lettuce, jalapeño and mayo, but it never chips, salads, and beverages that include quite coalesces into the magical, sour-spicy- Mexican Coke and RC Cola, as well as stanmeaty mouthful of melded ingredients that dard soft drinks and dessert from King of the best ones do. Maybe it’s not a good way Pops. (Or, walk down the street to Scoops, to judge the restaurant, or maybe I’m just the best candy store in at least a 30-mile always chasing the perfect version. radius, which also has ice cream.) Flip the menu over, and you’ll see a secMadison Produce Company is open from tion of entrees that includes several mole 10 a.m.–8 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. sauces. Should you arrive on a weekend to find a dish of chorizo in a green mole, WHAT UP?: Baked is open on Cleveland order it. Tender, acidic and satisfying, it Avenue in Newtown, selling croissants, is a great combination of meat and sauce. cupcakes, breads and more. Keep an eye on Also available on the weekends are homeflagpole.com for local food news updates. f

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Brewin’ With Beast Mode AKADEMIA COLLABORATES WITH METAL BAND ON NEW BEER By Jessie Goodson music@flagpole.com

ince opening in 2017, Akademia Brewing Company has served up some of Athens’ tastiest brews. And recently, it opened a new, separate event space dedicated largely to live music. On Friday, the venue will host local metal band Beast Mode, which is teaming up with the brewery to release a new beer as part of this year’s Athens Beer Week, a week of specials and events held in tandem with the Classic City Brew Fest. (See story on p. 8.) The room adjacent to Akademia’s main area has mainly been used for storage since the brewery opened in 2017, but general manager Donnie Malone had other ideas for it, giving it a new name and purpose. For the past two months, it has been known as the Odeon, a new event space and music venue. Odeon was a term used in ancient Greece and Rome for buildings used for musical performances, which is appropriate for a new addition to the Grecian-themed brewpub. The new room is about the same size as the brewery, and the walls are already somewhat soundproofed, since it was once a Musician’s Warehouse. “It’s like the nicest house show you’ll ever go to,” Malone says. Malone is a hands-on manager, running

sound as well as sometimes setting up a cash bar in the space. With his DIY ideas and talents, he aims to turn it into a venue that books “everything from Christmas parties to, obviously, sick metal shows,” Malone says, referencing Friday’s event. Akademia’s brewmaster, Morgan Wireman, teamed up with Malone and Beast Mode to brew the band’s own signature beer. Akademia has previously brewed collaborative beers for various occasions, but this one was a direct project, meaning the members of the band actually helped brew the beer and were directly involved in the process. Given heavy metal’s Norwegian ties, they decided to dub the black lager Ølen Av Odin, which means “the beer of Odin.” Beast Mode bassist Cameron Yohr describes the lengthy process of crafting the beer and says they wanted to make sure it wasn’t too citrusy, hoppy or piney. “It’s gonna be nice and black, which is our favorite color,” Yohr says. “Just a really crushable, good beer to drink.” The can design was done by Wireman, and it is straightforward, with both the Beast Mode and Akademia logos tied together in a simple design. About five bar-

rels are currently fermenting, and Malone says Wonderbar, Caledonia and possibly some other places in Athens will carry the beer for a limited time after the release party. “It’s an amazing feeling. I don’t know how many other bands get a chance to brew their own beer and get their logo on the label, and to work with such cool people as Akademia,” Yohr says. The can release party on Apr. 5 will feature two sets by Beast Mode, exclusive event T-shirts, no cover charge and lots of Ølen Av Odin. Yohr says they’ll play their older music, some newer music and many of their favorite covers. The band is work-

ing on a five-track EP to reflect its current lineup of four, re-recording some of its older songs after some member turnover. The event will also offer attendees a chance to check out one of Athens’ newest concert venues. Malone says he continues to imagine the possibilities for the new space, adding, “This place is a beast.” f

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By Gordon Lamb threatsandpromises@flagpole.com HEY, STRANGER: Experimental composers Grant Evans and Rachel Evans, both of Quiet Evenings, released a new collaborative album under the moniker Ornamental Hairpin titled Camus in Japan. It comes courtesy of their Adversary label, and its physical release is limited to 60 cassette copies. (Digital copies are presumably unlimited.) Opening track “Boulder of Glass” is an occasionally unnerving piece that, counterintuitively, is so calm it starts its business of being unsettling the longer it plays. The steady-string heartbeat that keeps pace in the track’s early moments contributes to this, though, and the end is a tooth-grinding shrill tone. “The Hill (Camus in Japan)” is much more orchestral and celestial. Over the years, I’ve become quite partial to and comforted by electronic static and flutter, so the presence of this across most of the track pleases me very much. “Tomb of Sisyphus” is aurally a continuation of “The Hill,” but is presented as the first track on side B. When listening digitally, that signifier is more artistic intentionality than experienced phenomenon, but I get it. There’s a lot more to be said about this whole thing, but honestly, there’s not enough space here, and I’m not entirely certain I have any of the right words. As I expected, though, it was a treat to hear. Explore on your own via adversaryelectronics.bandcamp.com.

Love My Truck let slip Content Is King. There’s a marked 1970s shroud covering “Misspelled Lust.” So much so that, if you stood a couple of rooms away, it could easily be mistaken for your housemate’s favorite Harry Nilsson record. The much noisier and clustered “Corner Bar” is a subter-

TURN THE BEAT AROUND: Longtime Athens rapper Donny Knottsville strikes again with his newest album, Midnight Urban Drugstore Cowboy. It’s got a bunch of new stuff, plus a few older tracks that aren’t available on other releases anymore. Guest appearances happen courtesy of Sienna Chandler (Monsoon), SOHI, Tom Visions, Ddot Cdot and Wupmode. As expected, Knottsville’s flow is still as rapid-fire yet completely intelligible as ever, and his sense of humor continues to surf the radio wave between the vulgar and absurd. Close and repeated listens, though, reveal occasional bursts of honest critique, concern and seriousness, such as those Grant Evans and Rachel Evans explored on “Don’t Think So.” In other news, he is ostensibly officially retired from rap, but as he puts it, his retirement is on hiatus. Man, just go dig this at donranean rager of a track where it’s so closed in, the guitars nyknottsville.bandcamp.com, and get ready to drop that can barely escape. It’s a departure from what we’ve heard top down on grandma’s Sebring. thus far from Love My Truck, but it fits seamlessly with all the group’s other songs. The tremolo-theremin effect the THE GANG’S ALL HERE: Ian Hemerlein (Kwazymoto) has song takes towards its middle and end doesn’t make it feel steadily worked on his other project, Saint Syzygy, for a spacey or free, either. It does, while now, and I’m pretty sure I’ve covered everything he’s however, reveal more done, so there’s no reason to stop now. His new EP is the clearly a looming sense first Saint Syzygy release with a full band, but there are of being untethered. no new songs on it. When We Die features two songs from Catch both of these his 2018 album Party at My Place (“Dead Cowboys” and at lovemytruck. “Monophobia”) and two from his 2017 release Entertainers bandcamp.com. f (“Dying Man” and “Untamed Ego”). While the overall structure of everything remains the same, the WUOG 90.5 FM’s 10 Most-Played Recordings arrangements are necessarMar. 20–26 ily punchier, and I’m partial to Hemerlein’s expressive 1. Julia Jacklin Crushing (Polyvinyl) ness on both “Dying Man” 2. Sir Babygirl Crush on Me (Father/Daughter) and “Untamed Ego.” I’m 3. Better Oblivion Community Center Better Oblivion Community Center (Dead Oceans) not completely sold on the 4. Cherry Glazerr Stuffed & Ready (Secretly Canadian) full-band arrangements 5. Peel Dream Magazine Modern Meta Physic (Slumberland) of these, but I got used to 6. Y La Bamba Mujeres (Tender Loving Empire) them after a few spins. Hear 7. Carbonas Your Moral Superiors (Goner) for yourself at saintsyzygy. 8. Lamella M for Empathy (DDW) bandcamp.com. 9. Living Hour Softer Faces (Kanine)

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Paranormal Parody and Dueling Grandmas PLUS, MORE THEATER OPTIONS FOR ATHENIANS IN APRIL By Dina Canup arts@flagpole.com

getting dragged in to the insanity. Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright David Lindsey-Abaire is known for dark comedy, complex characters and morally gray areas, but this script is more comic than disturbing. Ben Brantley of The New York Times writes that Ripcord “only skims the bright surface of dark waters” and “churns up shadows only to dispel them with punch lines.” With director Leslie Kimbell focusing on the lighter comic side and a cast prepared to find the funny, this production should be more silly than sinister. Ripcord, by Lindsey-Abaire, is presented by Town and Gown Players at the Athens Community Theatre Apr. 5–6 and Apr. 11–13 at 8 p.m., with 2 p.m. matinees on Apr. 7 and 14. Tickets are $12–$20 and available at townandgownplayers.org or 706-208-8696.

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Lake Herrick · 12–5 p.m. · FREE! Hoping to inspire environmental stewardship of Lake Herrick, which reopened last October after 16 years of closure due to water quality issues, the Eco-Art Festival focuses on translating scientific research through artistic expression. Several local artists have teamed up with researchers to creatively convey ecological narratives. Painter Will Eskridge, for example, is collaborating with PhD student Kristen Lear on a project about bats, while artist Ruth Allen works with ecologist Erin Cork for a lesson on dog waste and aquatic ecosystems. The kid-friendly festival also includes an art show, scavenger hunt, community art project, “trash music” and a lesson on making your own instruments. [Jessica Smith]

College Square · 12–5 p.m. · FREE! Presented by the International Student Life group at UGA, the International Street Festival hosts its 20th annual event Saturday afternoon. Featuring lots of art, music and other entertainment, as well as dozens of booths set up by various campus and area organizations, the ISF is designed to promote cross-cultural awareness and appreciation, and to share international student groups’ work and messaging with the wider Athens community. The free, family-friendly event—which draws crowds numbering in the thousands, according to organizers— always provides a great chance to sample tasty food, watch compelling performances and get outside of your cultural comfort zone. [Gabe Vodicka]

Georgia Theatre Rooftop · 8 p.m. · $5 Sometimes, a breakup creates puzzle pieces that will fit back together later on. That was the case with Aaron Martin and Johny Fisher when the former bandmates decided to begin anew as Okey Dokey. The Nashville duo recruited friends to collaborate on their 2017 debut album Love You, Mean It, and their live shows. The group’s second album, Tell All Your Friend, came out Mar. 22 and follows suit as a collaborative endeavor—contributors include Rayland Baxter and Liz Cooper and the Stampede. The band’s sophomore effort maintains the free-flowing, chill vibes of its debut as it ties together psychedelia and soul. Okey Dokey will be joined in Athens by Louisville, KY indierock band Boa. [Anna Haas]

Classic Center · 8 p.m. · $21 Project Safe’s annual event, inspired by the nationally televised competition, pairs local celebrities with professional dance instructors for a night of entertaining choreographed routines. This year’s contestants include Janet Geddis and Michael Fulford, April Ross and Jay Varnedoe, Rob Sutherland and Natalie Cox, Cathy Rumfelt and Grace Bagwell Adams, Tonya Dugas and Devin Dennis, Kathryn Lookofsky and Chris Weaver, Nathan Altman and Josh Truitt, Elite the Showstoppa and Allia Siler, Kim Jensen and Fuad Elhage, and Lauren Pearson and Jessica Bortle. Proceeds support survivors of domestic violence through rehousing, education and outreach, support groups and emergency shelter. [JS]

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Tuesday 2 EVENTS: Tuesday Tour at Two (Richard B. Russell Building Special Collections Libraries) Take a guided tour of the exhibit galleries of the Walter J. Brown Media Archives and Peabody Awards Collection, the Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library and the Richard B. Russell Library for Political Research and Studies. Meet on the second floor. 2 p.m. FREE! jclevela@uga.edu GAMES: Full Contact Trivia (Blind Pig Tavern) (2301 College Station Road) Every Tuesday. 8:30 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/blindpigtavern GAMES: RPG Night (The Rook and Pawn) Try the roleplaying game True Beauty and check out art by

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Jared Brown. 7:30 p.m. FREE! www. therookandpawn.com GAMES: Trivia (Hi-Lo Lounge) General trivia hosted by Jacob and Wes. 8:30 p.m. FREE! 706-850-8561 GAMES: Locos Trivia (Locos Grill & Pub) Westside and Eastside locations of Locos Grill and Pub feature trivia night every Tuesday. 8 p.m. FREE! www.locosgrill.com GAMES: Happy Hour Trivia (The Rook and Pawn) Hosted by James Majure. 6 p.m. FREE! www. therookandpawn.com KIDSTUFF: Tiny Tales on Tuesdays (Memorial Park) Storytime and a craft. Ages 18 months–6 years. 10:30 a.m. $3–4. www.accgov.com/leisure KIDSTUFF: Teen D&D Club (ACC Library) A Dungeons and Dragons adventure in the library. Beginners

welcome. Grades 6-12. 4-5:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org KIDSTUFF: Kids Can Cook (Madison County Library, Danielsville) Enjoy a reading of If You Give a Moose a Muffin by Laura Numeroff, and then bake muffins in the mobile kitchen. Ages 6 & up and their caregivers. 11 a.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/madison MEETINGS: Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America (ACC Library) Panel discusses significant legislation of the 2019 GA General Assembly. 6:30-8 p.m. FREE! www. momsdemandaction.org PERFORMANCE: Tuesday Tunes (Georgia Center for Continuing Education) A live series featuring new groups and fresh music each month. All musicians are students or TAs at the Hugh Hodgson School

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of Music. 5:30 p.m. FREE! hotel. uga.edu PERFORMANCE: Gamelan Chandra Natha (Multiple Locations) The Balinese gamelan ensemble performs in conjunction with artist Made Bayak’s exhibition, “New Gods | Old Gods.” Apr. 2, 7 p.m. at ATHICA. Apr. 11, 7:30 p.m. at UGA Hodgson Hall. www.athica.org

Wednesday 3 ART: Tour at Two (Georgia Museum of Art) Docents lead a tour of highlights from the permanent collection. 2 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum. org ART: Balinese Painting Workshop (Lamar Dodd School of Art) Indonesian artist Made Bayak, whose

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exhibition “New Gods | Old Gods” is currently on view at ATHICA, offers a workshop on traditional Balinese painting. 2 p.m. www.athica.org COMEDY: Educated Mess (Hendershot’s Coffee Bar) See standups from Athens and Atlanta. 9 p.m. FREE! www.hendershotscoffee.com EVENTS: Rabbit Box (The Foundry) Storytelling for adults. This month’s theme is “Life in Drag.” 7 p.m. $7–10. rabbitboxstories@gmail.com EVENTS: Athens Farmers Market (Creature Comforts Brewery) Vendors offer local and sustainable produce, meats, eggs, dairy, baked goods, prepared foods and crafts. Every beer purchased at Creature Comforts during the market will get you free tokens to spend at the market. 4-7 p.m. FREE! www.athensfarmersmarket.net

FILM: The Look of Silence (Lamar Dodd School of Art) This documentary film looks at the Indonesian mass killings of 1965-66 and is a companion piece to director Joshua Oppenheimer’s 2012 documentary, The Act of Killing. Presented in conjunction with Indonesian artist Made Bayak’s exhibition, “New Gods | Old Gods,” on view at ATHICA. 5 p.m. www.athica.org GAMES: Trivia (Craft Public House) General trivia. Industry night. Cash house prizes. 6:30 p.m. FREE! www. craftathens.com GAMES: Trivia (Willy’s Mexicana Grill) Every Wednesday. 6 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/willysmexicanaathens GAMES: Trivia (Blind Pig Tavern) (2440 W. Broad St.) Compete for k continued on next page

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prizes. 8 p.m. FREE! www.fullcontacttrivia.wordpress.com GAMES: Nerd Trivia (Grindhouse Killer Burgers) Every Wednesday. Prizes and house cash. 8 p.m. FREE! www.grindhouseburgers.com GAMES: Dirty South Trivia (Mellow Mushroom) Dirty South Trivia offers house cash prizes. 8 p.m. FREE! 706-613-0892 GAMES: General Trivia (Little Kings Shuffle Club) Weekly trivia hosted by the one and only Count Zapula. 9:30 p.m. FREE! 706-369-3144 GAMES: Cornhole Tournament (Saucehouse Barbeque) Gather a team and compete. 8 p.m. www. saucehouse.com GAMES: Beer Goggles Trivia (Southern Brewing Company) Walter Lane hosts weekly trivia. Teams can have up to 10 players, and prizes include tab discounts. 7–9 p.m. FREE! www.sobrewco.com KIDSTUFF: Bedtime Stories (ACC Library) Children of all ages are invited for bedtime stories every Wednesday. 7 p.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/athens KIDSTUFF: Storytime (Oconee County Library) Stories, songs, movement, crafts, and fun for preschool aged children. 10 a.m. & 11 a.m. FREE! 706-769-3950 KIDSTUFF: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Sista Circle (ACC Library) Read and talk about science fiction and fantasy books! Books that are given out are to keep. Brought to the ACC Library by the American Library Association Diversity Research Grant. 4-5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org 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 KIDSTUFF: Preschool Storytime (ACC Library) Attendees will share books, songs, puppets and rhymes. Ages 1.5–5. Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/athens LECTURES & LIT: Word of Mouth Poetry (The Globe) Open mic poetry readings featuring Jay Morris. 8–11 p.m. FREE! www.facebook. com/athenswordofmouth LECTURES & LIT: PeabodySmithgall Lecture (UGA Chapel) NPR television critic Eric Deggans speaks on “Decoding Media’s Confusing Coverage of Race, Gender and Culture.” 4 p.m. grady.uga.edu MEETINGS: Talk Timothy (Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens) An open discussion with District 10 Commissioner, Mike Hamby, the Director of Transportation and Public Works, Drew Raessler and ACC Police Chief, Cleveland Spruill on all things Timothy Road corridor. Everyone who lives along or uses Timothy Road is encouraged to attend to hear about the city’s visions, share their insights, concerns, suggestions and experiences. 7 p.m.-8:30 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/TimothyForward OUTDOORS: Midweek Trail Walk (Ben Burton Park) Walk, breathe and be in the moment on the trail. 9-10 a.m. FREE! 706-613-3620 OUTDOORS: Guided Nature Rambles (Sandy Creek Nature Center) Join naturalists from the community for a guided walk on the trails. 9-11 a.m. FREE! www.accgov. com/sandycreeknaturecenter

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Lyndon House will present gallery talks with selected artists from the “44th Juried Exhibition.” 6-7 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/exhibits CLASSES: Fix Your Own Bike (BikeAthens) (1075 W. Broad St) Learn how to repair your bike with tools and advice from experts. 6–8:30 p.m. $10/hr. suggested donation. www.bikeathens.org CLASSES: Tai Chi Easy at Dudley Park (Dudley Park) Participate in a lunchtime session of Tai Chi in the park. 12 p.m. $4-6. www.accgov. com EVENTS: Luau Dance Party (Wayward Lounge) Help the Classic City Rollergirls celebrate their 2019 season with DJ Q. A portion of the proceeds go toward the Classic City Rollergirls travel expenses. 9 p.m.-12 a.m. FREE! www.classiccityrollergirls.com EVENTS: Make It An Evening (Georgia Museum of Art) Enjoy Jittery Joe’s coffee, Cecilia Villaveces’ cakes and gallery tours prior to the performance in Hodgson Hall by cellist Matt Haimovitz. 5:30–7:30 p.m. FREE! $5 (coffee & dessert). www.pac.uga.edu EVENTS: Art with Recycled Materials (Lyndon House Arts Center) Participants will learn about the ecology of the planet, how non-recyclable materials are affecting the environment all over the world and make art with plastic waste. Balinese artist Made Bayak, whose exhibition is on view at ATHICA, will lead the workshop. 5:30–7:30 p.m. $20. www.accgov. com/leisure FILM: Science on Screen Series: The Barkley Marathons: The Race That Eats its Young (Ciné) This documentary looks at the Barkley Marathons, a race devised as a mockery of James Earl Ray’s historic prison escape gone awry. S. Kris Brahan, UGA entomology professor, will lecture on “Insects and Graceful Exits.” Following the screening, filmmaker Annika Iltis will join in a Q&A via video conference. 6:30 p.m. (reception), 7:30 p.m. (screening). $7.50. www.athenscine. com GAMES: Music Trivia (Saucehouse Barbeque) Meet at the bar for a round of trivia. 8 p.m. FREE! www. facebook.com/saucehousebbq KIDSTUFF: Piggy Bank Craft (Madison County Library, Danielsville) Make a recycled piggy bank. 2 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/madison KIDSTUFF: Teen Social Justice Speech & Debate Club (ACC Library) Build self-confidence and develop speaking, communication, written and leadership skills presented by the Athens Anti-Discrimination Movement. Ages 11–18. 4:30 p.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/athens KIDSTUFF: Teens Can Cook (Madison County Library, Danielsville) Cook an easy meal for yourself in the mobile kitchen. Ages 13 & up. 4 p.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/madison KIDSTUFF: Royalty for a Day! (ACC Library) Come listen to King Alice by Matthew Cordell, take pictures at our royal throne with decorated crafts. Costumes are welcomed. For children ages 4-11 and their caregiver. 3:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/athens LECTURES & LIT: Oconee Rivers Audubon Society (Sandy Creek Nature Center) Lauren Muller, Director of the Northeast Georgia Invasive Plant Cooperation, speaks on “Controlling Invasive Plants in

our Community.” 7 p.m. FREE! www. oconeeriversaudubon.org PERFORMANCE: Matt Haimovitz (UGA Performing Arts Center) Rendition of Bach’s suites for unaccompanied cello. 7:30–8:30 p.m. $25. www.ugapresents.org PERFORMANCE: Queens for a Cause (Elbert Theatre, Elberton) This drag queen showcase raises funds for Alzheimer’s care. 6 p.m. FREE! donaldjburroughsjr@gmail. com PERFORMANCE: Repertory: Movement Refracted (UGA New Dance Theatre) The 2019 Spring Dance Concert featuring works by dance faculty and guest artists for UGA dance students, plus a guest appearance by CORE Contemporary and Aerial Dance Company. Apr. 4-5, 8 p.m. Apr. 6, 2 p.m. & 8 p.m. $12-16. www.pac.uga.edu THEATER: Finding Neverland (The Classic Center) The new spin on the classic tale tells the story behind Peter Pan. 7:30 p.m. $25-75. www. classiccenter.com

Friday 5 ART: Tolerance of Ambiguity: How Art Helps Us Live Better Lives (Georgia Museum of Art) Dr. Annie V.F. Storr will discuss how encounters with art have a potential to foster capacity for a “tolerance of ambiguity.” 5:30–8:30 p.m. FREE! (members), $5. www.georgiamuseum.org CLASSES: Chair Yoga for Seniors (Lay Park) Seniors are invited to experience the benefits of yoga offered in a seated position. This program will work on gross motor, stretches, relaxation techniques and more. 11:15 a.m.-12 p.m. $8-12. www.accgov.com/leisure COMEDY: Improv Comedy (Instructional Plaza N-106) Improv Athens UGA presents a night of comedy. 7:30 p.m. & 9 p.m. FREE! www. facebook.com/improvathensuga COMEDY: Open Mic Comedy (Moonlight Theater) Featuring a wide range of local and Atlanta comedians. Apr. 5, 8-9 p.m. Apr. 11, 8:30-9:30 p.m. $6. www.moonlighttheatercompany.com EVENTS: Morning Mindfulness (Georgia Museum of Art) Participate in a guided meditation session in the galleries. Meet in the lobby. 9:30–10:30 a.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org EVENTS: Release Party (Akademia Brewing Co.) Celebrate the release of Olen Av Odin. See Story on p. 11. 9:30 p.m. FREE! www.akademiabc. com EVENTS: Tax Form Origami (Madison County Library, Danielsville) Recycle old tax forms into origami art. 10 a.m.–8 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/ madison EVENTS: Plantapalooza (Multiple Locations) Trees, shrubs, herbs, perennials and annuals will be on sale at The Trial Gardens at UGA, State Botanical Garden and Horticultural Club (corner of Riverbend and College Station Roads). Apr. 5 & 12, 8 a.m.–6 p.m. Apr. 6–7 & 13–14, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. trial-gardens@uga.edu, plantapalooza.uga.edu EVENTS: Friday Night Dance Party (UGA Memorial Hall) Free beginner Cha Cha lesson at 7 p.m. followed by social dancing at 8 p.m. No partner required. 7–10:30 p.m. $3-5. www.ugaballroom.com EVENTS: Bright Paths Spring Fundraiser Percentage Night (Southern Brewing Company) Activities include a raffle, face painting, pinwheel making, Winghouse

Grille Food Truck, and live music by Brad Gerke. A percentage of sales will benefit Bright Paths (formerly Prevent Child Abuse Athens). 5–9 p.m. www.sobrewco.com EVENTS: Athens Beer Week Dinner (Chops and Hops) Chops & Hops teams up with Southern Brewing Company and Ironmonger Brewing for a one-of-a-kind menu designed by Chef Josh Aaron. Two beers were brewed specifically for the event. 6:30–10 p.m. $65. www. chopsandhops.com KIDSTUFF: Anime Club (ACC Library) Meet with other fans of anime, manga and Japanese culture. Grades 6–12. 4–5 p.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org KIDSTUFF: Bilingual Spanish Storytime (ACC Library) Share books, songs, rhymes and activities en español y ingles. For children ages 3-8 and their caregiver. 4 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/athens KIDSTUFF: Baby Music Jam (Oconee County Library) Preschool aged children and their caregivers play instruments, sing and dance together. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/oconee KIDSTUFF: Lock-In (Oconee County Library) Play games, watch movies, hang out and have an Easter egg hunt. For grades 6–12. Registration required. 5–11 p.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/oconee LECTURES & LIT: Women’s Studies Friday Speaker Series (Miller Learning Center) (Room 250) CJ Komp presents “Operas for this time: the queer temporality of Toshi Reagon’s Parable of the Sower, and other new works.” 12:20-1:10 p.m. FREE! tlhat@uga.edu LECTURES & LIT: Café au Libris: Marie Benedict (ACC Library) Benedict will discuss her work, The Only Woman in the Room, a novel based on the life of actress Hedy Lamarr. Attendees are encouraged to bring a lunch. 12 p.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/athens PERFORMANCE: Repertory: Movement Refracted (UGA New Dance Theatre) See Thursday listing for full description. Apr. 4-5, 8 p.m. Apr. 6, 2 p.m. & 8 p.m. $12-16. www.pac.uga.edu THEATER: Ripcord (Athens Community Theater) Town & Gown Players present the comedy Ripcord. See Theater Notes on p. 13. Apr. 5-6 & 11-13, 8 p.m. Apr. 7 & 14, 2 p.m. $12-20. www.townandgownplayers. org THEATER: Young Frankenstein (UGA Fine Arts Building) UGA Theatre presents the comedic musical about the youngest member of the Frankenstein clan. See Theater Notes on p. 13. Apr. 5-6, 10-13, 8 p.m. & Apr. 7, 14, 2:30 p.m. $12-16. pac.uga.edu

Saturday 6 ART: Southern Star Open Studio & Pottery Sale (Southern Star Studio) The pottery studio features work by Maria Dondero, Jennifer Heynen, Chona Reyes Leathers, Regina Mandell, Allya Macdonald, Kerry Steinberg, Alex Wilkins, Brandon Bishop and Carter Gillies. 10 a.m.–4 p.m. FREE! www.mariadondero.com ART: Teacher Workshop: Close Observation (Georgia Museum of Art) The focus will be on works of art at the museum, learning observation strategies that apply to artifacts, and paying attention to moments of daily life. Registration required. 11 a.m.–1 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org ART: Exercises for the Quiet Eye (Georgia Museum of Art) Learn some of the 50 excercises Dr. Annie

V.F. Storr has developed for looking at works of art that encourage reflection, connection and a “tolerance of ambiguity.” 2 p.m. FREE! www. georgiamuseum.org ART: Meet the Artist: Kim Truesdale (Hip Gallery) Truesdale’s work explores women’s identity, the character of homemakers in the past and women’s complex relationship with food consumption, preparation and how all this relates to self worth and body image. Light refreshments served. 2-5 p.m. FREE! www.hipvintagehandmade.com ART: Eco-Art Festival (Lake Herrick) The Eco-Art Festival inspires environmental stewardship of Lake Herrick through collaborative projects that use visual art to convey messages about ecology. The festival also includes a scavenger hunt, art project and art show. See Calendar Pick on p. 15. 12–5 p.m. FREE! CLASSES: Breaking Down the Pig (Farmview Market) Watch butcher Glen Wellman break down a side of pork. Pre-registration required. 11 a.m.-12 p.m. FREE! www.farmviewmarket.com COMEDY: Comedian Jen O’Neill Smith (Moonlight Theater) Comedian Jen O’Neill Smith has been on Adult Swim and Amazon’s “Punchlines.” 8 p.m. $15. www. moonlighttheatercompany.com

EVENTS: International Street Festival (Broad St. & College Ave.) International Student Life at UGA presents a festival showcasing various student groups and community organizations through cultural displays, live music and dance performances. See Calendar Pick on p. 15. 12–5 p.m. FREE! isl.uga.edu EVENTS: Dancing with the Athens Stars (The Classic Center) Local celebrities pair up with experienced dancers to compete with choreographed dance routines. All proceeds benefit Project Safe. Visit Project Safe’s website to vote for couples. See Calendar Pick on p. 15. 7:30 p.m. $21-26. www.project-safe. org, www.classiccenter.com EVENTS: 21st Annual River Rendezvous (Sandy Creek Nature Center) Volunteers are needed to provide a “snapshot” of streams and rivers and the Upper Oconee Watershed. There will be kids activities, live music and food for volunteers. 9 a.m.–4 p.m. FREE! www.uown.org EVENTS: Indie Author Day (ACC Library) Author expo featuring local indie writers. 10 a.m-5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org EVENTS: Athens Farmers Market (Bishop Park) The market hosts around 45 vendors a weekend, live music, children’s activities and

the beauty of spring. 10-11 a.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/sandycreeknaturecenter PERFORMANCE: Athens Showgirl Cabaret (Go Bar) Drag performances by local artists. 10:30 p.m. $3. showgirlcabaret@gmail.com, www.athensshowgirlcabaret.com PERFORMANCE: Repertory: Movement Refracted (UGA New Dance Theatre) See Thursday listing for full description. Apr. 4-5, 8 p.m. Apr. 6, 2 p.m. & 8 p.m. $12-16. www.pac.uga.edu THEATER: Ripcord (Athens Community Theater) See Friday listing for full description. Apr. 5-6 & 11-13, 8 p.m. Apr. 7 & 14, 2 p.m. $12-20. www.townandgownplayers. org THEATER: Young Frankenstein (UGA Fine Arts Building) See Friday listing for full description. Apr. 5-6, 10-13, 8 p.m. & Apr. 7, 14, 2:30 p.m. $12-16. pac.uga.edu

Sunday 7 ART: Meet the Artist & Cyanotype Worskhop (Creature Comforts Brewery) Ashley Anderson presents “Family Computer: Familiar Interiors”, a solo exhibition that pays homage to the intertwining histories of art and video game graphics.

EVENTS: Jazz Brunch and Silent Auction (The Tree Room) Jazz Athens GA (JAGA) and WUGA present a fundraising concert, brunch and silent auction. Proceeds benefit the Athens Jazz Festival in October. Live music by Svetlana and the New York Swing Collective. 12–3 p.m. www.jazzathensga.org EVENTS: Festival of Sisterhood (The Foundry) MOUSAI presents a showcase of music by Sarah Zuniga, Caroline Aiken, Shebloom, Aspen Anonda, Grace Conley and Reptile Room. The event also includes a market featuring women-owned businesses. 3 p.m. (market), 7 p.m. (music). $5–8. www.thefoundryathens.com GAMES: Rockin’ Roll Bingo (Starland Pizzeria and Pub) Play to win. 9 p.m. FREE! 706-613-8773 GAMES: Trivia with Solo Entertainment (Southern Brewing Company) General trivia. House prizes and discounted tabs. 5-7 p.m. FREE! www.sobrewco.com THEATER: Ripcord (Athens Community Theater) See Friday listing for full description. Apr. 5-6 & 11-13, 8 p.m. Apr. 7 & 14, 2 p.m. $12-20. townandgownplayers.org THEATER: Waltzing the Reaper (Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens) Actress Judith Gantly performs a one-person play depicting a woman’s journey of her dying process. Followed by a panel discussion and reception. 2 p.m. FREE! www.uuathensga.org THEATER: Young Frankenstein (UGA Fine Arts Building) See Friday listing for full description. Apr. 5-6, 10-13, 8 p.m. & Apr. 7, 14, 2:30 p.m. $12-16. pac.uga.edu

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Tab Benoit plays The Foundry on Thursday, Apr. 4. EVENTS: Nature’s Trading Post (Sandy Creek Nature Center) Trade objects you have found in nature for points or other natural objects in the collection. 11 a.m.-12 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/sandycreeknaturecenter EVENTS: Vaccine & Pet Care Clinic (Pet Supplies Plus) Low-cost vaccinations, dewormings and other services for your furry friends. 1–4 p.m. www.athenshumanesociety.org EVENTS: Terrapin Anniversary Carnival (Terrapin Beer Co.) Celebrate the brewery’s 17th anniversary with live music, entertainment and beer. See Story on p. 8. 4:30–8:30 p.m. $26. www. terrapinbeer.com EVENTS: Plantapalooza (Multiple Locations) See Friday listing for full description. Apr. 5 & 12, 8 a.m.–6 p.m. Apr. 6–7 & 13–14, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. trial-gardens@uga.edu, plantapalooza.uga.edu EVENTS: Outpace Parkinson’s 5K (Sandy Creek Nature Center) Run or walk to support the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Disease Research. 7 a.m. $20. www. active.com EVENTS: Junkin and Pickin Day (Madison Co. Fairgrounds, Comer) Crafts, local art and food trucks. 10 a.m.–3 p.m. ms.elaine.brown@ gmail.com

cooking demos. All produce is grown locally, sustainably and by those who are selling it. 8 a.m.-12 p.m. FREE! www.athensfarmersmarket.net GAMES: Satur-D&D (Oconee County Library) Join in on a game of Dungeons & Dragons. Grades 6–12. 3–5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary. org/oconee KIDSTUFF: Mother Goose on the Loose (Madison County Library, Danielsville) This special storytime is designed to promote parental bonding and early learning in babies ages 0–24 months. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/ madison LECTURES & LIT: 3rd Annual Indie Author Fair (ACC Library) Meet and mingle with authors and fellow book lovers. Self-published and independent authors will have booths where you can buy their works. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org LECTURES & LIT: Friends of the Oglethorpe County Library Book Sale (No. 3 Railroad Street) CDs, DVDs, vinyl, handcrafted gifts and more. Proceeds benefit the library. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! www.3railroad.org OUTDOORS: Naturalist’s Walks (Sandy Creek Nature Center) Join naturalists on their quest to discover

Anderson will lead a workshop of creating cyanotypes. Register online or a ticketed workshop. The final hour will have walk-up printing. 12:30–4 p.m. $40 (workshop). www. getcurious.com ART: Artist Reception (Oconee County Library) See works by students of Charles Warnock. 3–4 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee CLASSES: Pound Fitness (Southern Brewing Company) An afternoon of noise-making, sweat-dripping fun. Includes a 45-minute Pound Fitness class and complimentary pint or a non-alcoholic beverage. 3-4 p.m. $10. www.sobrewco.com EVENTS: The Price is Right Live (The Classic Center) This interactive stage show gives contestants the chance to win cash, appliances, vacations and a new car. 7 p.m. www.classiccenter.com EVENTS: 24th Annual Classic City Brew Fest (Athens Cotton Press) Sample over 50 one-off cask ales. Food truck and live music. Proceeds benefit the Athens Area Humane Society. See Story on p. 8. 2:30–6 p.m. $44. www.brewfest.net EVENTS: Plantapalooza (Multiple Locations) See Friday listing for full description. Apr. 5 & 12, 8 a.m.–6 p.m. Apr. 6–7 & 13–14, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. trial-gardens@uga.edu, plantapalooza.uga.edu

ART: Curator’s Talk (Athens Institute for Contemporary Art: ATHICA) Peter Brosius, Sara Hitchner and Alden DiCamillo discuss “Revealing Systems of Violence through Interdisciplinary Collaboration” in conjunction with Balinese artist Made Bayak’s exhibition, “New Gods | Old Gods.” 5:30 p.m. FREE! www. athica.org CLASSES: Intro to Computers (Rocksprings Community Center) Attendees 18 & up will expand their computer knowledge, locating information and Internet searching. 6-8 p.m. $5-7.50. www.accgov.com/ leisure EVENTS: Boybutante Drag Search (Hendershot’s Coffee Bar) Join Miss Thing as she looks for the Drag Queen or King with the right Beauty, Intelligence, Tenacity, Charm and Hautness! The grand prize is a place in the 30th annual Boybutante Ball. 8 p.m. Tips encouraged. www. boybutante.org FILM: Showdown at the Equator (Flicker Theatre & Bar) Showdown at the Equator presents a triple feature: Bionic Boy (1977) at 8 p.m., Youngblood (1986) at 10 p.m and Bloody Birthday (1981) at midnight. 8 p.m.- 12 a.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreandbar.com GAMES: Team Trivia (Beef ’O’ Brady’s) Win house cash and prizes! Every Monday night. 8:30 p.m. FREE! 706-850-1916 GAMES: Trivia (Craft Public House) General trivia. Industry night. Cash house prizes. 7 p.m. FREE! www. craftathens.com GAMES: Geeks Who Drink Trivia (Highwire Lounge) Test your general knowledge for prizes. 8–10 p.m. FREE! www.highwirelounge.com KIDSTUFF: Open Chess Play for Kids and Teens (ACC Library) Teen chess players of all skill levels can play matches and learn from

members of the local Chess and Community Players, who will be on hand to assist players and help build skill levels. For ages 7–18. Registration required. 4–5:30 p.m. FREE! 706-613-3650 KIDSTUFF: Infant Storytime (ACC Library) Parents can share plays, songs and simple books with their babies. 10:30 a.m. FREE! 706-6133650, www.athenslibrary.org LECTURES & LIT: Educators’ Night (Avid Bookshop) (Five Points) Teachers, librarians, principals, superintendents and other educators working with preK-12 students are invited for an evening of giveaways, discounts and more. 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.avidbookshop.com MEETINGS: Public Forum (Ciné) The Federation of Neighborhoods hosts a forum on “Learn About Voucher Bills and Education in Athens.” 7:30 p.m. FREE! www. athenscine.com

Tuesday 9 ART: Athens Fibercraft Guild (Lyndon House Arts Center) The Guild welcomes all amateur and professional fiber artists including knitters, crocheters, weavers, spinners, fabric designers, basket makers, quilters and embroiderers. 12:30 p.m. FREE! www.athensfiber.org EVENTS: 2nd Tuesday Tasting (Heirloom Cafe and Fresh Market) This month’s theme is “Call Me a Cab.” Reservations required. 6 p.m. $20. 706-354-7901, www.heirloomathens.com EVENTS: Tuesday Tour at Two (Richard B. Russell Building Special Collections Libraries) See Tuesday listing for full description. 2 p.m. FREE! jclevela@uga.edu GAMES: Locos Trivia (Locos Grill & Pub) See Tuesday listing for full description. 8 p.m. FREE! www. locosgrill.com GAMES: Trivia (Hi-Lo Lounge) See Tuesday listing for full description. 8:30 p.m. FREE! 706-850-8561 GAMES: 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: April Poetry Series: Book Spine Poetry (ACC Library) Book spine poetry uses books to build poetry. Pick out some books with intriguing titles, stack them in a creative way and snap a picture. 4-5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org KIDSTUFF: Tiny Tales on Tuesdays (Memorial Park) See Tuesday listing for full description. 10:30 a.m. $3–4. www.accgov.com/ leisure KIDSTUFF: Teen D&D Club (ACC Library) A Dungeons and Dragons adventure in the library. Beginners welcome. Grades 6-12. 4-5:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org 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 LECTURES & LIT: Adult Book Club (Madison County Library, Danielsville) Discuss The Great Alone by Kristin Hannah. 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/ madison

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Starland Pizzeria and Pub 9 p.m. FREE! www.starlandpizza.com WOLF’S DEN OPEN MIC Featuring musical performances and live interviews.

Tuesday 2 The Foundry 7 p.m. $20 (adv.), $25 (door). www. thefoundryathens.com RECKLESS KELLY Long-running country-rock band from Austin, TX. TOMMY TOWNSEND Nashville songwriter who has performed with Shooter Jennings and others.

Wayward Lounge 6 p.m. FREE! 706-248-7903 CAROLINE AIKEN This guitarist and singer’s bluesy voice and masterful technique guarantee a hypnotic performance.

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Go Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-5609 NAAN VIOLENCE Psychedelic sitar sounds from Atlanta musician Arjun Kulharya. WHISPERER Indie-folk alter ego of Raleigh, NC musician Sam FullerSmith . KYLE HAMLETT UNO Experimental folk singer-songwriter from Nashville, TN. BROKEN CLOUD MACHINE New local lo-fi pop project from Calvin Truelove. The World Famous 9 p.m. www.facebook.com/theworldfamousathens FIRST TUESDAY A monthly hiphop showcase hosted by Montu Miller and Chief Rocka. Featuring Motorhead 2X, Whisper, Trexx, Brad Chapo, Sajaad haha, DJ Bob Fish and more, including a cypher and beat battle.

Blue Sky 10 p.m. 706-850-3153 JJC Local DJ plays disco, funk, soul, hip-hop, house and more. Boar’s Head Lounge 10 p.m. FREE! 706-369-3040 LEAVING COUNTRIES Louis Phillip Pelot plays solo sets of country-rock and acoustic Southern soul. Caledonia Lounge 9 p.m. $7 (21+), $9 (18–20). www. caledonialounge.com LAKE HAVEN Singer-songwriter Ian Morrison plays “beachy sounds for landlocked towns.” EP release show!

addiction, suicide and missed opportunities. The Foundry 8 p.m. $20 (adv.), $25 (door). www. thefoundryathens.com TAB BENOIT Louisiana native guitarist combining Delta, swamp and Chicago blues. WHISKEY BAYOU REVUE Cajun blues outfit featuring Damon Fowler and Eric McFadden. Georgia Theatre On the Rooftop. 5:30 p.m. FREE! www. georgiatheatre.com TIMI & WONDERLAND RANGERS Local rabble-rouser Timi Conley performs dance-tastic psych-pop with his all-star backing band. 7 p.m. $10 (adv.), $12 (door). www. georgiatheatre.com FUNK YOU Augusta band playing high-energy, get-your-dancingshoes-on jams. THE ORANGE CONSTANT Athensbased jam band with prog, pop and funk influences. On the Rooftop. 10 p.m. FREE! www. georgiatheatre.com SONO Athens-based electronic-funk jam trio with a big sound and tasty melodies. Go Bar 11 p.m. FREE! 706-546-5609 KARAOKE Hosted by karaoke fanatic Dr. Fred and featuring a large

metal in the city.” Beer release party! See story on p. 11. Caledonia Lounge 9 p.m. $5 (21+) $7 (18–20). www. caledonialounge.com TY MANNING & THE SLAWDOG BISCUITS Athens-based band described as “Ronnie Milsap meets Tom Petty.” DANGFLY Local all-star rock band led by songwriter and guitarist Adam Payne. COUNT KELLAM The formerly local singer-songwriter joins special guests for a one-off set. Flicker Theatre & Bar 10 p.m. $5. www.flickertheatreandbar. com CHEESUS CRUST Noisy, irreverent rock and roll band from Charlotte, NC. LIL SKRITT Experimental hip-hop group from Charlotte, NC. PINKY DOODLE POODLE Highenergy rock band from Japan. WISE SAWS New local rock threepiece. 40 Watt Club 8 p.m. $10 (adv.), $12 (door). www.40watt.com BOY NAMED BANJO Nashvillebased Americana five-piece. LUKE PRESTON Acoustic singer-songwriter from Nashville, TN.

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a fundraiser to benefit programs that provide services to people living with HIV/AIDS. Win prizes, get fed and be entertained by queens. 5 p.m. www.boybutante.org EVENTS: Athens Farmers Market (Creature Comforts Brewery) Vendors offer local and sustainable produce, meats, eggs, dairy, baked goods, prepared foods and crafts. Every beer purchased at Creature Comforts during the market will get you free tokens to spend at the market. 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: Nerd Trivia (Grindhouse Killer Burgers) Every Wednesday. Prizes and house cash. 8 p.m. FREE! www.grindhouseburgers.com GAMES: Trivia (Craft Public House) See Wednesday listing for full description. 6:30 p.m. FREE! www. craftathens.com GAMES: Trivia (Willy’s Mexicana Grill) See Wednesday listing for full description. 6 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/willysmexicanaathens GAMES: General Trivia (Little Kings Shuffle Club) Weekly general trivia hosted by the one and only Count Zapula. 9:30 p.m. FREE! 706-3693144 GAMES: Dirty South Trivia (Mellow Mushroom) See Wednesday listing for full description. 8 p.m. FREE! 706-613-0892 GAMES: Beer Goggles Trivia (Southern Brewing Company) Walter Lane hosts weekly trivia. Teams can have up to 10 players, and prizes include tab discounts. 7–9 p.m. FREE! www.sobrewco.com GAMES: Cornhole Tournament (Saucehouse Barbeque) Gather a team and compete. 8 p.m. www. saucehouse.com KIDSTUFF: Bingo Night (Oconee County Library) For grades 6–12. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/ oconee KIDSTUFF: Bedtime Stories (ACC Library) Children of all ages are invited for bedtime stories every Wednesday. 7 p.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/athens KIDSTUFF: Storytime (Oconee County Library) Stories, songs, movement, crafts, and fun for preschool aged children. 10 a.m. & 11 a.m. FREE! 706-769-3950 KIDSTUFF: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Sista Circle (ACC Library) Read and talk about science fiction and fantasy books! Books that are given out are to keep. Brought to the ACC Library by the American Library Association Diversity Research Grant. 4-5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org KIDSTUFF: Preschool Storytime (ACC Library) See Wednesday listing for full description. Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/ athens LECTURES & LIT: Charles Bernstein (Ciné) Poet and scholar Charles Bernstein is a professor of English and Comparative Literature at the University of Pennsylvania. 5 p.m. FREE! www.athenscine.com PERFORMANCE: UGA Ballroom Performance Group Auditions (UGA New Dance Theatre) Leads and follows are asked to demonstrate the basics of East Coast Swing, Cha Cha and Waltz. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www. ugaballroom.com THEATER: Young Frankenstein (UGA Fine Arts Building) See Friday listing for full description. Apr. 5-6, 10-13, 8 p.m. & Apr. 7, 14, 2:30 p.m. $12-16. pac.uga.edu

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Creature Comforts Brewery Athens Farmers Market. 4 p.m. FREE! www.athensfarmersmarket.net SARAH ZUNIGA Talented local singer with a sweet, strong voice. MATT HAIMOVITZ Touring cellist. Georgia Theatre On the Rooftop. 8 p.m. FREE! www. georgiatheatre.com MONOCULTURE Psychedelic jazz-fusion band from Dallas, TX. Locos Grill & Pub 6 p.m. FREE! 706-549-7700 (Timothy Road location) SALLY AND THE SIX GRAND Oldtime rock band. Nowhere Bar 8 p.m. 706-546-4742 HONEY HOUNDS Funky, bluesy indie-rock band from Jacksonville, FL. Porterhouse Grill 6:30 p.m. FREE! 706-369-0990 JAZZ NIGHT The longest standing weekly music gig in Athens! Enjoy

Nowhere Bar 9 p.m. 706-546-4742 FLUX CAPACITOR Pennsylvania rock band blending prog, jam, electro and more. Saucehouse Barbeque 6 p.m. FREE! www.saucehouse.com LEAVING COUNTRIES Louis Phillip Pelot performs tasty sets of funky Southern folk rock ’n’ roll. Starland Pizzeria and Pub 11 p.m. $5 (21+), $7 (18–20). www. starlandpizza.com SILENT DISCO Dance the night away to three different channels of music. One of them is a request line!

Saturday 6 Caledonia Lounge 9 p.m. www.caledonialounge.com KWAZYMOTO Noisy local punk- and and math-influenced rock group. EP release show! MEAN QUEEN Local rock three-piece with a fiery, discordant sound. WALTZ Athens-based heavy-rock duo. Callaway Plantation 4 p.m. $15. www.historicwashingtonga. com CALLAWAYROOTS MUSIC FESTIVAL Local groups Packway Handle Band, The Hobohemians and The Welfare Liners play to help fund restoration of the historic Callaway Plantation in Washington.

Boar’s Head Lounge 11 p.m. FREE! 706-369-3040 OPEN MIC A weekly open-mic jam hosted by Louis Phillip Pelot. All musicians welcome. Backline provided! Caledonia Lounge 8 p.m. $5 (21+), $7 (18–20). www. caledonialounge.com ELIJAH JOHNSTON Local indie-folk singer-songwriter. EP release show! THE LITTLE STRONG Athens-based singer-songwriter formerly known as Carly Joy King. CALEB CHAUNCEY Guitarist and songwriter for Southern rock duo Cougar Sweat. BLOOMFIELD New, Athens-based rock band.

Little Kings Shuffle Club 9 p.m. $5. www.facebook.com/lkshuffleclub MINORCAN Self-described “basement arena-rock” band from Asheville, NC led by songwriter Ryan Anderson. BLUNT BANGS Local indie-pop band led by Reggie Youngblood. ANCIENT ETHEL New duo featuring Missy Lawrence on vocals and drums and Garett Hatch on vocals and guitar.

Flicker Theatre & Bar 10 p.m. $5. www.flickertheatreandbar. com KNEELER New, noisy local punk band. MCQQEEN Athens punk band featuring members of Shade and Fart Jar. TROPICAL TRASH Punk band from Louisville, KY.

Jay Som plays the 40 Watt Club on Tuesday, Apr. 9. GIRL CLOTHES Local emo band where “existential angst meets misguided narcissism.” GERKEY Local brother-and-sister indie-pop duo. Contact for Location 8 p.m. $5. 404-274-4431 MATT MEHLAN Experimental composer from New York known for fronting the band Skeletons. CYRUS PIREH Detroit-based experimental musician. JOHN FERNANDES Local experimental multi-instrumentalist and tireless collaborator. EZRA BUCHLA Local composer and multi-instrumentalist. GODDESS COMPLEX Athens-based avant-garde project led by composer Cloud Powers. IMA DO Local performance ensemble featuring experimental composer Peter Webb. Flicker Theatre & Bar 10 p.m. $5. www.flickertheatreandbar. com TOWARD SPACE Melodic punk band from Richmond, VA. GARBAGE WIVES Glammy garagepunk group from Austin, TX. KOMPROMAT Local rock four-piece exploring dark themes including

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assortment of pop, rock, indie and more. Every Thursday! Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 8 p.m. $5. www.hendershotscoffee.com OLD SKOOL PRESENTS… Jason Fuller and Seth Hendershot get together with friends to bring you some of their favorite sounds. Nowhere Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-4742 ROSHAMBEAUX Two-piece electro-rock band from Atlanta. Southern Brewing Company 5-10 p.m. FREE! www.sobrewco.com KARAOKE Hosted by DJ Gregory. Wayward Lounge 9 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ waywardlounge DJ Q Local DJ spins a luau dance party to benefit the Classic City Rollergirls.

Friday 5 Akademia Brewing Co. 9:30 p.m. FREE! www.akademiabc.com BEAST MODE Local groove/thrashmetal band that offers “the heaviest

Georgia Theatre On the Rooftop. 6:30 p.m. FREE! www. georgiatheatre.com SYLVIA ROSE NOVAK Southern gothic singer-songwriter with sharp vibrato and a sharper fiddle. 8 p.m. SOLD OUT. www.georgiatheatre. com TURNPIKE TROUBADOURS Authentic, engaging country act from Oklahoma. On the Rooftop. 11 p.m. FREE! www. georgiatheatre.com THE MEDIUM Nashville-based psychedelic pop-rock outfit. Go Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-5609 BOO REEFA Experimental folk-pop outfit from Atlanta. PETER WEBB Local musician playing meditative, jazz-influenced experimental folk. MICHAEL POTTER Athens-based guitarist who creates a blend of ambient folk and psychedelic soundscapes. Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 8 p.m. www.hendershotscoffee.com LANE MARIE Athens-based indie-pop singer-songwriter. Album release show!

40 Watt Club 8 p.m. $15 (adv.), $20 (door). www.40watt.com THE NEW MASTERSOUNDS Fourpiece jazz fusion and funk band from Leeds, England. UNDERGROUND SPRINGHOUSE Athens-based “hype-chill rock-funk ensemble.” Front Porch Book Store 6 p.m. FREE! 706-372-3928 KATE MORRISSEY Morrissey’s songwriting is literate and sincere, and her shows come with an offbeat sense of humor. DODD FERRELLE & THE WINTERVILLAINS Americana band with intense and engaging songs, led by Winterville mayor Ferrelle. Fully Loaded Pizza Co. 6 p.m. FREE! 706-705-6150 LEAVING COUNTRIES Louis Phillip Pelot plays solo sets of country-rock and acoustic Southern soul. Georgia Theatre On the Rooftop. 8 p.m. $5. www.georgiatheatre.com OKEY DOKEY Nashville group mixing Motown influences with psychedelic storytelling. See Calendar Pick on p. 15.

BOA Three-piece indie-rock and funk band from Louisville, KY. On the Rooftop. 10:30 p.m. $5. www. georgiatheatre.com BOOTY BOYZ DJs Immuzikation, Twin Powers and Z-Dog spin fresh jams and old-school favorites. Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 8 p.m. www.hendershotscoffee.com GYPSY AT HEART Instrumental jazz band with Latin and fusion influences. Highwire Lounge 11 p.m. $2 (headphone). www.highwirelounge.com SILENT DISCO Dance the night away to two different channels of music. Iron Factory 10 p.m. FREE! 706-395-6877 HIP HOP PALETTE PARTY Featuring live performances by C. Shreve, Tru Thought, Kxng Blanco, Motorhead2x, Ziggy Basquiat, CadeWTF and Chandler. Nowhere Bar 9 p.m. 706-546-4742 LINQUA FRANQA Rapper and ACC Commissioner Mariah Parker spits politically charged lyrics over boombap beats. TAYLOR ALXNDR DIY synthpop singer-songwriter from Atlanta. LAMBDA CELSIUS Local experimental electronic performer. DJ REINDEER GAMES Athens DJ mixes trap, hip hop, moombahton, ’90s hits and indie dance tunes. Starland Pizzeria and Pub 11 p.m. $5 (21+), $7 (18–20). www. starlandpizza.com SILENT DISCO Dance the night away to three different channels of music. One of them is a request line! Terrapin Beer Co. Anniversary Carnival. 4:30 p.m. www. terrapinbeer.com BALKUN BROTHERS High-octane blues-rock band from Hartford, CT.

Sunday 7 ACC Library 3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org THE GENTRY Performing traditional Irish and Scottish music. Cali ’N’ Tito’s Eastside 6 p.m. FREE! 706-355-7087 THE LUCKY JONES Local band playing old-school rhythm and blues. The Foundry 7 p.m. $5 (adv.), $8 (door). www.thefoundryathens.com FESTIVAL OF SISTERHOOD Following a Women’s Empowerment Market, enjoy performances from Sarah Zuniga, Caroline Aiken, Shebloom, Aspen Anonda, Grace Conley and Reptile Room. Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 8 p.m. www.hendershotscoffee.com JUNIPER DOUGLAS Playful and psychedelic indie-pop band from Minneapolis. The Tree Room 12 p.m. $20. www.jazzathensga.org JAZZ BRUNCH Jazz group Svetlana and the New York Swing Collective performs, and Lisa Mende emcees. A silent auction

will be held to benefit the Athens Jazz Festival. The World Famous 9 p.m. www.facebook.com/theworldfamousathens THRÜM New local psych rock band featuring members of Sea of Dogs, Hot Fudge and Dream Culture. RNIE Triathalon’s Lamont Brown (NYC) leads a dreamy set with tinges of lo-fi pop and ambient drone. NEW MADRID Rocking, riveting local indie band with a psychedelic edge.

Monday 8 Caledonia Lounge 9 p.m. $5 (21+) $7 (18–20). www. caledonialounge.com SONO Local electronic-funk jam trio with a big sound and tasty melodies. SHAKE THE BABY TIL THE LOVE COMES OUT Proggy, punk-inspired math-rock band from New York. THE ELEVATORS Jazzy local alternative rock band. Georgia Theatre On the Rooftop. 8 p.m. FREE! www. georgiatheatre.com LUKE REDFIELD Singer-songwriter blending folk, rock and alt-country. Nowhere Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-4742 SO NASTY Athens group led by saxophonist and vocalist Gnarly G and featuring a rotating cast of local musicians.

Tuesday 9 Caledonia Lounge 7:30 p.m. $5 (21+) $7 (18–20). www. caledonialounge.com RUHAA! Local rock band with alternative and blues influences. NOCTURNAL ANIMALS Alt-rock band from Atlanta. HONEYMOON HANDSHAKE No info available. Flicker Theatre & Bar 10 p.m. $5. flickertheatreandbar.com BLACK SUIT YOUTH Post-punkinfluenced alt-rock band from Long Island, NY. THE CAROLYN Atlanta-based “romantic pop-punk” band. NINEVEH’S GARDEN Local progressive metal band. HIT LIZARD Local grunge band. 40 Watt Club 8 p.m. SOLD OUT. www.40watt.com MITSKI Dark, intricate indie-rock from classically trained musician Mitski Miyawski. JAY SOM Bedroom-pop indie artist from Los Angeles. The Foundry 7:30 p.m. $7 (adv.), $10 (door). www. thefoundryathens.com DANIEL DONATO Nashville-based country guitarist and songwriter. WILLIE PEARL Local folk-rock band. Georgia Theatre On the Rooftop. 8 p.m. FREE! www. georgiatheatre.com THE DIRTY GRASS PLAYERS High-energy newgrass four-piece from Baltimore. Go Bar 9 p.m. $5. 706-546-5609 LEISURE SERVICE Michael Pierce plays a set of noisy, bass-heavy techno.

ALOES New experimental electro project from multi-instrumentalist Reid Weigner. ANNIE LEETH Local violinist and multi-instrumentalist composer. FAKO ANDRO Montreal-based project presents an improvised performance based on sampling and manipulation of live radio signals.

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Live Wire 8 p.m. $8. www.livewireathens.com BEEB$ Singer-songwriter known for fronting the ska band Beebs and Her Money Makers. PETER DANTE Musician and actor known for his frequent appearances in Adam Sandler’s films. HAYDEN & JACOB Members of San Diego surf-ska band Tunnel Vision perform. Nowhere Bar 9 p.m. 706-546-4742 ELECTRIC BLUE YONDER Psychedelic space-folk band from Montgomery, AL. LANE DENTON BAND Americana group from Atlanta.

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The Globe 8 p.m. FREE! 706-353-4721 THE HOT HOTTY-HOTS Mary Sigalas, Dan Horowitz, Steve Key and surprise guests play swingin’ tunes from the ’10s, ’20s and ’30s. Locos Grill & Pub 6 p.m. FREE! 706-549-7700 (Timothy Road location) SIMPLE LIFE Local band led by musician Greg Veal. Nowhere Bar 9 p.m. 706-546-4742 MAGNOLIA MOON Macon-based roots-rock five-piece. Porterhouse Grill 6:30 p.m. FREE! 706-369-0990 JAZZ NIGHT Enjoy an evening of original music, improv and standards. Starland Pizzeria and Pub 9 p.m. FREE! www.starlandpizza.com WOLF’S DEN OPEN MIC Featuring musical performances and live interviews.

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Flicker Theatre & Bar 10 p.m. $5. www.flickertheatreandbar. com DAISY Long-running local psychedelic indie-rock band. SUTPHIN Hard-rock group from Wichita, KS. OZELLO Atlanta-based queercore punk-rock band with folk influences. Georgia Theatre On the Rooftop. 6:30 p.m. FREE! www. georgiatheatre.com NSM Athens-based all-star dance-pop group. 7 p.m. $15 (adv.), $17 (door). www. georgiatheatre.com RUBBLEBUCKET A hyperkinetic kaleidoscope of drum beats, lush vocal harmonies and horns. MIKAELA DAVIS New York-based composer whose music pulls from classical, pop, folk and rock stylings. PARTIALS Local psychedelic pop band with a rich, danceable sound. On the Rooftop. 10 p.m. FREE! www. georgiatheatre.com TOTH Earnest, eclectic folk music from one-half of Rubblebucket.

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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. The next deadline is June 15. info@athensarts.org, www.athensarts.org ATHENS ART TRUCK (Athens, GA) The Athens Art Truck is available to schedule for single or weekly lessons, children’s birthday parties and other events. Contact to organize a class. www.brellastudio.com ATHENS HUMAN RIGHTS FESTIVAL (Athens, GA) T-shirt designer needed for the 41st annual Human Rights Festival. www.athens humanrightsfest.org

Classes ANIMAL TELEPATHY & ENERGY BODY DYNAMICS (Ancient Suns Intuitive Arts, Cobbham Neighborhood) “Animal Telepathy” teaches you how to send and receive intuitive communications with your animals. Saturdays, Apr. 6–May 25, 3–5:30 p.m. or Tuesdays, Apr. 9–May 21, 6–8:30 p.m. $275/eight weeks. “Energy Body Fundamentals” instructs students on how to strengthen, heal and protect your chakras and aura using meditation

designed to awaken your clairvoyance. Saturdays, Apr. 13–May 18, 11 a.m.–1:30 p.m. or Wednesdays, Apr. 10–May 15, 6–8:30 p.m. $225/six weeks. ancientsunsacademy@gmail. com, www.ancient-intuition.com BEGINNER’S LINE DANCING (Athens Community Council on Aging) Learn basic steps like the grapevine, triple step, cowboy cha cha and the lindy. Thursdays, 11 a.m. FREE! 706-549-4850 CLASSES (Winterville Center for Community and Culture) “Open Community Coffeehouse,” Tuesdays from 9 a.m.–3 p.m. “Oil Painting,” Mondays at 1:30 p.m. “Chess Club,” Mondays at 6 p.m. “Coffee with a Veteran,” Tuedays at 9 a.m. “Threadwork Crafting Club,” Tuesdays at 9 a.m. “Square Dancing,” Tuesdays at 2 p.m. “Bellydance,” Wednesdays at 7 p.m. “Mahjong,” Thursdays at 1 p.m. Chess tournament on the second Friday of the month at 6 p.m. www. wintervillecenter.com FREE KARATE (East Athens Community Center) Learn the basics of karate. Wednesdays, 6 p.m. FREE! 706-613-3593 MOSAIC ART CLASSES (200 Northcrest Dr.) Weekend mosaic classes for beginner and intermediate levels. Visit website for upcoming dates. $175. corazonmosaics@ gmail.com, corazonmosaics.com NIMBL CLASSES (Nimbl, 160 Winston Dr. #9) Classes offered

for kids, teens and adults in dance, creative movement, choreography, pilates and more. www.nimble athens.com SEWING CLASSES (Contact for Location) Learn to sew via quilt making. Thursdays from 6-8 p.m. & Sundays from 3-5 p.m. www.sew somethingwithamandawhitsel.com YOGA CLASSES (5 Points Yoga) Monthly Kirtan and Meditation. Apr. 5. “Path of a Yogi Weekend Workshop.” Apr. 12–13. New 200hour teacher training begins in April. Various classes include flow, yin, restorative, power flow, gentle, Iyengar and simple stretch. www. athensfivepointsyoga.com

Help Out BREAD FOR LIFE (Athens, GA) Bread for Life is seeking students for a new session that begins Apr. 8. Applicants must be unemployed, living in Clarke County and 18 years old or older. Must have a background record, addiction, by on food stamps or a victim of domestic violence. Bread for Life provides an eight-week training program to help improve lives and begin careers in the hospitality industry. contact@ breadforlifeathens.org MUSIC FESTIVAL VOLUNTEERS NEEDED (Callaway Plantation, 2160 Lexington Rd.) Three-hour shifts are available on Apr. 6 from 10

art around town AMICI (233 E. Clayton St.) Chase Brett’s digitally created artwork combines a new age design with a more classical style. Through April. ANTIQUES & JEWELS ART GALLERY (290 N. Milledge Ave.) New paintings by Mary Porter, Greg Benson, Chatham Murray, Candle Brumby, Lana Mitchell and more. ART ON THE SIDE GALLERY AND GIFTS (17 N. Main St., Watkinsville) A gallery featuring works by various artists in media including ceramics, paintings and fused glass. ATHENS ACADEMY (1281 Spartan Lane) In the Harrison Lobby Gallery, Elizabeth Barton shares quilts and watercolors. Through June. • In the Lampkin Lobby Gallery, a permanent exhibition showcases Greek and Italian photography and artwork. ATHENS AREA UROLOGY (2142 W. Broad St., Building 200, Suite 200) “Skies and Space” features paintings and silk dye pours by Margaret Agner. 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.) “Honoring Athens’ Architectural Past” features photos of historic Athens buildings. Through April. ATHENS INSTITUTE FOR CONTEMPORARY ART (ATHICA) (675 Pulaski St., Suite 1200) “New Gods | Old Gods: The Work of Balinese Artist, Musician and Activist Made ‘Bayak’ Muliana.” Through Apr. 28. ATHENS LATINO CENTER FOR EDUCATION AND SERVICES (445 Huntington Rd., #120) See 20 paintings by Stanley Bermudez. BENDZUNAS GLASS (89 W. South Ave., Comer) The family-run studio has been creating fine art glass for almost 40 years. CINÉ BARCAFE (234 W. Hancock Ave.) “Painting by Tobiah Cole” is an exploration of improvisational mark making. Often working with a wandering line, he allows images to slowly emerge on their own. CIRCLE GALLERY (UGA College of Environment and Design, 285 S. Jackson St.) North Carolina artist Susan McAlister presents “Field_Forest_Flora,” an exhibition of works inspired by Abstract Expressionism and that combine layers of paint, wax, graphite and other materials to explore the relationship between humans and nature. Through April. 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

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Balinese artist, musician and activist Made Bayak’s exhibition “New Gods | Old Gods” is currently on view at the Athens Institute for Contemporary Art through Sunday, Apr. 28. a.m.–10 p.m. The outdoor concert features Packway Handle Band, Hobohemians and Welfare Liners. sara@vivid-event.com, www.historic washingtonga.com RESEARCH STUDIES (Athens, GA) The UGA Clinical and Translational Research Unit welcomes the community to participate in research studies. ctru.uga.edu

Kidstuff ACC SUMMER CAMPS (Multiple Locations) Camps in science, dance, sports, art and more. www.accgov. com/leisure ART CLASSES (KA Artist Shop) “Art Club for Teens” and “Art Club Junior” cover subjects like dream catchers and moving flexagons. www.kaartist.com SUMMER CAMP (Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens) Hogwart’s School Under the Pyramid

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. CLASSIC CENTER (300 N. Thomas St.) Classic Gallery I shows “Checkerboard Checkered Floor,” an exhibition exploring pattern with boxy abstractions by Cal Clements, black-and-white patterned interiors by Hanna Friedlander, ombré assemblages by Jess Machacek, pop paintings by Jared Brown and geometric collages by Courtney McCracken. • Classic Gallery II presents a solo exhibition of Moby Dicks and other paintings by Dan Smith. CREATURE COMFORTS BREWERY (271 W. Hancock Ave.) Ashley Anderson’s “Family Computer: Familiar Interiors” is a new series of pixelated cyanotypes that pays homage to the intertwining histories of art and video game graphics. Through Apr. 7. DONDEROS’ KITCHEN (590 N. Milledge Ave.) Artwork by Adrienne Foxx Tolbert. FLICKER THEATRE & BAR (263 W. Washington St.) Linocuts by Christopher Ingham. Opening reception Apr. 6. Through April. GALLERY@HOTEL INDIGO (500 College Ave.) “You Are Here” features felted soft sculpture by Eli Saragoussi, screen prints by Amanda Jane Burk, cosmic figure painting by Tae Lee and whimsical portraits by Chasity Williams. Through June 10. GEORGIA MUSEUM OF ART (90 Carlton St.) “Stony the Road We Trod” reimagines southern identity through the lens of the African American experience. Through Apr. 28. • “Life, Love and Marriage Chests in Renaissance Italy. Through May 26. • “Out of the Darkness: Light in the Depths of the Sea of Cortez” is a solo exhibition by Rebecca Rutstein. Through Oct. 27. GLASSCUBE@INDIGO (500 College Ave.) “Keeping it Classic,” a site-specific installation by Taylor Shaw, acts as a roadside attraction with bright ‘90s colors and nostalgic imagery. THE GRIT (199 Prince Ave.) Paintings by Susie Gwen Criswell. Through Apr. 21. HEIRLOOM CAFE & FRESH MARKET (815 N. Chase St.) Nancy Everett presents “A Classic Spring,” a collection of paintings of Athens in a contemporary impressionistic style. Through Apr. 29. HIP VINTAGE & HANDMADE ((215 Commerce Blvd.) Kim Truesdale’s work explores women’s identity, the character of homemakers in the past, and women’s complex relationship with food consumption, self worth and body image. Opening reception Apr. 6. Through April. JUST PHO…AND MORE (1063 Baxter St.) “Pop Legacy” includes colorful paintings by Tylor Parrott.

is for ages 6–12 and is held July 29–Aug. 2, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. $100– 150 sliding scale. 706-546-7914 SUMMER CAMPS (KA Artist Shop) Five-day camps offer a variety of craft activities. Check website for descriptions. www.kaartistshop.com SUMMER CAMPS (Double Helix STEAM School) “Art Journaling: A Doorway to Creative Exploration and Self-Reflection.” June 3–7. “Harry Potter Camp.” June 10–14 or July 15–19. “Ukulele Songwriting Camp.” June 17–21. “Games!” June 24–28. “Chocolate-making Camp.” July 1–3 & 5. “Music and Movement Camp.” July 8–12. “Fiber Arts and Baking Camp.” July 22–26. “Tour of Global Visual & Pop Culture: Welcome to the BTS World!” July 29–Aug. 2. Camps run each day from 9 a.m.–2 p.m. $175/week plus supply fees. www.doublehelix summercamp.wordpress.com SUMMER THEATER CAMPS (Athens Little Playhouse) Weekly

camps are offered May 20–July 26 for ages 5 & up. Visit website for registration form. www.athenslittle playhouse.net TEEN TUTORING (ACC Library) Tutoring is available every Monday and Wednesday, 4–6 p.m. Grades 6–12. www.athenslibrary.org/athens

Support Groups ALS SUPPORT GROUP (Oconee Veterans Park, Watkinsville) Provides awareness and education to individuals living with ALS. Meets fourth Wednesday of every month, 11 a.m.–1 p.m. 706-207-5800 ADULT CHILDREN OF ALCOHOLICS SUPPORT GROUP (Holy Cross Lutheran Church) Adult Children of Alcoholics (ACA) is a 12-step program for people who grew up in alcoholic or dysfunctional homes. Mondays, 7–8 p.m. www.meetings.adultchildren.org

K.A. ARTIST SHOP (127 N. Jackson St.) The annual “Love In All Its Many Forms” celebrates love through creative works. Through Apr. 20. LAMAR DODD SCHOOL OF ART (270 River Rd.) BFA Exit 1. Opening reception Apr. 5. Through Apr. 12. LOWERY GALLERY (2400 Booger Hill Rd., Danielsville) The gallery celebrates “24 Years of Art” with Giclee prints, originals, photographs and sculptures by over 24 artists including Claire Clements, Ben Rouse, Peter Loose, Kip Ramey and more. LYNDON HOUSE ARTS CENTER (293 Hoyt St.) The “44th Juried Exhibition” includes 160 works by 130 artists selected by guest juror Lauren Haynes of the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art. Through May 3. • On view in the Lounge Gallery, “Plastic Bodies: River Tributes by Abigail West” shares photographs documenting two performances incorporating artwork made from hard-to-recycle materials. Through June 1. MADISON COUNTY LIBRARY (1315 GA-98, Danielsville) Paintings by local artist Linda Clayton. Through April. MADISON MORGAN CULTURAL CENTER (434 S. Main St., Madison) “Connexus” celebrates Black History Month. Through May 5. MAMA’S BOY AT THE FALLS (8851 Macon Hwy.) Collages and paintings from Lorraine Thompson’s series, “The Nest, The Angel, and The Muse.” NORMAL BOOKS (1238A Prince Ave.) A variety of art on display, including paintings by Mary Eaton, GCH Pet Portraits, metal art by Julia Vereen, ceramics by Shannon Dominy, sculpture by Doug Makemson and handwoven rugs by Bonnie Montgomery. THE PINE & THE ROOT (1235 S. Milledge Ave.) Artwork by Emmi Walker. PINEWOODS PUBLIC LIBRARY (1265 Hwy. 29 N. #12) See paintings by Stanley Bermudez as well as a community mural. RICHARD B. RUSSELL BUILDING SPECIAL COLLECTIONS LIBRARIES (300 S. Hull St.) “Under the Big Top: The American Circus and Traveling Tent Shows” explores circuses, vaudeville troupes and other traveling tent shows in the U.S. from the 1820s–1930s. Through July 5. • “Nevertheless, She Resisted: Documenting the Women’s Marches” shares posters, photographs, articles and ephemera from the Women’s March on Washington, D.C. in January 2017. Through July 5. THE ROOK & PAWN (294 W. Washington St.) Original paintings from local artist Jared Brown. Through April. VERONICA’S SWEET SPOT (149 Oneta St., #6C6) See work by local and regional artists, craftsmen, potters and sculptors. THE WORLD FAMOUS (351 N. Hull St.) Permanent artists include RA Miller, Chris Hubbard, Travis Craig, Michelle Fontaine, Dan Smith, Greg Stone and more.

ALANON 12 STEP (Young Harris Memorial United Methodist Church) Recovery for people affected by someone else’s drinking. Meetings are held at various times. 478-9553422, www.ga-al-anon.org ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS (Athens, GA) If you think you have a problem with alcohol, call the AA hotline or visit the website for a schedule of meetings in Barrow, Clarke, Jackson and Oconee Counties. 706-389-4164, www. athensaa.org ATHENS DEBTORS ANONYMOUS (Covenant Presbyterian Church) A 12-step program for anyone wishing to recover financially and be rid of debt. Meets every Sunday, 12:30– 1:30 p.m. 949-235-2508 CELEBRATE RECOVERY (Living Hope Church) Program aimed to help people recover from their hurts, habits, and hang-ups such as addiction and mental illness. Meets Fridays, 5:45-8:30 p.m. www.living hopeathens.org CHRONIC ILLNESS SUPPORT GROUP (Contact for Location) Meet others who are dealing with chronic illness such as ME/CFS, Fibromyalgia and Chronic Lyme. Third Wednesdays, 12:30 p.m. athenschronicillness@gmail.com

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others, and you shouldn’t get down on yourself for preferring essentially the vanilla ice cream of dating. Boring or not, it’s your truth, like asexuality, and you should not have to compromise on either. The truth is, I don’t want to tell you to lie back and think of England, and I also don’t want to encourage you to participate in non-monogamy when you don’t like the way it makes you feel. There is something uncomfortable and unequal to me about your partner getting all the ass they want while you sit at home with chest pains over it, questioning your own identity and motives. This isn’t a fair compromise. Your partner is living their full truth, and I think you should, too. You’re an asexual monogamist with plenty of partner potential. Where that leaves your current relationship, I don’t know, but you deserve to be yourself without judgment or compromise—just like your partner. f

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C H U R C H W I D E YA R D SALE: Princeton UMC 2390 S Lumpkin St. Athens, 30606. April 12-13th. 8 a.m.-2 p.m. All types of Clothing, Toys, Kitchen Items & Furniture. 706-353-1123.

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2BR/1BA House. 285 Savannah Ave. CHAC, W/D. Avail. June. Call 678698-7613.

Archipelago Antiques: Furnishings, tableware, art, crafts, nostalgia. 1676 S. Lumpkin St. Open daily, 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. 706-3544297.

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REAL ESTATE CONDOS FOR RENT Walk to campus! 3BR 2B Condo ($875 mo.) available 8/1/19. New carpet & laminate floors. All appliances including W/D. 478-609-1303.

2BR/2BA. 5 miles north of downtown. $900/mo. Plus sec. dep. After 5 pm 706424-1571. 2BR/1BA. 5 mi. north of campus. Priv. setting. CHAC, W/D hookup. Wood flrs., fenced yd., lawncare incl. $540/mo. + sec. dep. 706-424-1571, after 5pm. Five Points off Baxter St. 2 story, old Colonial home. 4BR/2BA. $1400/ mo. Avail. Aug. 1 Call McWaters Realty: 706-540-1529.

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EQUIPMENT Nuçi’s Space needs your old instruments & music gear! All donations are taxdeductible. Call 706-2271515 or come by Nuçi’s Space, 396 Oconee St.

MUSIC SERVICES Instant cash is now being paid for good vinyl records & CDs in fine condition. Wuxtry Records, at corner of Clayton & College Dwntn. 706-369-9428.

SERVICES MISC. SERVICES Happy 40th Birthday Twilight, from the ACC Recycling Division! To help celebrate, look for special collection containers in the main food court. Flagpole subscriptions delivered straight to the mailbox! Perfect present for your buddy who moved out of town! $40 for 6 months or $70 for 1 year. Call 706-549-0301.

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1 FT & 1 PT line cook needed. Must have exp. Apply in person at G e o r g e ’s L o w c o u n t r y Table, 2095 S Milledge Ave., Athens, GA. Tues.– Thurs., 3pm–5pm. No phone calls.

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ABC Package is hiring par t-time and full-time team members to assist customers on the sales floor, front end cashiers and merchandiser/stock associates. Must be 21. Please apply at 2303 W Broad St. Find your next job in the Flagpole Classifieds. Listings updated weekly in print. Mike Wheeler Landscape. Landscaping/gardening positions avail. Good pay w/ experience. Part to Full Time. Flexible hours. Call Mike Wheeler: 706-2020585, mwheeler1963@ bellsouth.net. The Farmcart is now hiring FT & PT positions for FOH & BOH, morning and weekend shifts. Looking for a barista, line cooks, dishwashers and cashiers. Be a part of our team and learn about our commitment to local food. Contact: infofarmcart@ gmail.com. Taste of India is now hiring all positions. Flexible hours and competitive pay. Apply in person: 1040 Gaines School Rd. For further questions contact: indiaathens@gmail.com.

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Tlaloc El Mexicano Restaurant is Now Hiring for a Licenciado en Gastronomia. Please apply in person, ask for Antonio. 1225 Chase St.

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Andie (50963) Volunteers agree, Andie is as sweet as candy. This one-yearold cutie walks well on a leash, is crate trained and sometimes even returns the ball when playing fetch! Life with Andie is sure to be dandy.

Dozer (51065) This five-year-old pup is shy and kind. He may have the looks of a tough guy but volunteers say he is really a big softie. Dozer is ready to clear a path straight to your heart.

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Snipe has his aim set on a loving home! This lovable, joyful twoyear-old is a rescue only case due to a rough past. He is figuring out what it means to be a dog and loving every second of it. Are you ready to play ball?

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Ah, Spring! A REPORT ON THE GARDEN WAKING FROM ITS WINTER SLUMBER By Gay Griggs McCommons pete@flagpole.com Editor’s Note: I was copied on this email to our daughter Molly. It was not intended for publication, but I was running late on Pub Notes, and I thought this unguarded paean to spring much more timely and impassioned than anything I would be able to shovel together. Enjoy.

GAY GRIGGS McCOMMONS

new branches (in partial thanks to the “pruning” apparently provided by a deer who wandered through when someone forgot to replace our tomato-cage barrier into the garden.) Among the leaves along the branches of the “Athens” variety of our native sweetshrub, buds are beginning, which will become yellow flowers, instead of Our crazy quince is still blooming, now with the more common variety’s burgundy. fewer blooms, but these are surrounded by The roses have lots of red-tinged leaves, lustrous new leaves. (We took a photo of with a few flower buds beginning. this season’s first quince bloom on Dec. 26, Perennials and bulbs are shooting up 2018, so on Mar. 26, 2019, there had been their foliage: Baptisia Alba, astilbe, daylilies, blooms on the bush for three months.) Japanese asters, chrysanthemums, sumThe serviceberry trees are in full bloom. mer lilies and irises of four varieties—tall The spireas—the old favorite thunbergii bearded, Louisiana, fulva and tectorum. and its recent green-gold variety “Ogon”— A recent drive out past Bowman was have been beautiful. The frothy blooms are beautiful, uplifting. I passed through stands almost all gone, but the foliage is lush and of Georgia hardwoods, crowned with their bright. pink, coral, maroon, chartreuse and myriad-green early spring leaves. As I rounded one of my favorite curves, I saw sloping down from an inviting farmhouse a brilliant green pasture, dotted with Holsteins, some standing, some lying down, their irregular black and white splotches stunning against that green. I thought that surely some painting I have seen had been re-created in that moment, but I have been unable to find it, searching Gauguin, Van Gogh, Grandma Moses—cow observers of note. I felt what painters must feel all the time—a desire to capture that image, to paint it, so that others can see what I have seen, how I have seen it. I remember when Athens-Clarke County and local volunteers began several years ago Ionicera sempervirens, the coral-red native honeysuckle, is enjoying spring. to plant daffodils— lots of them—in the The pearlbush has been a cloud of white grassy hills sloping down from highway blooms for a couple of weeks and is still interchanges. The first spring I saw one of showy, but the blooms are greatly decreased these plantings in profuse bloom, “My heart in number; the new light-to-medium-green leap[t] up!” Yes, I felt it physically! And I leaves look very fresh. remembered with what boredom I had sufFuzzy little blooms have appeared fered studying Wordsworth’s “Daffodils,” on the bare stems of Fothergilla. Native preferring at that long-ago time to read honeysuckles (coral-red lonicera semperinstead poetry expressing the pangs of virens and yellow lonicera sempervirens tragic love. (I know that the leaping heart sulphurea) are blooming. The Chardonnay line is from “My Heart Leaps Up,” but it’s Pearls Deutzias are covered in little white what I felt when I saw those daffodils, and buds about to burst open among shining it’s still Wordsworth.) chartreuse-y gold leaves. The iteas under The surprise of unexpected beauty. the serviceberry are showing tender new I felt it again this spring when I saw leaves whose spring green shades toward those yellow trumpets taking their stand olive. Our little native blueberry, vaccinium amidst the concrete and the driving darrowoii, has tiny mauve-and-blue-green machines and the roar. My heart leapt up! leaves. The oakleaf hydrangea is leafing Thank you, ACC and citizen volunteers. out beautifully and seems to be starting Thank you, spring! f

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MONOCULTURE TIMI AND WONDERLAND RANGERS (EARLY) 4/4 SONO (LATE) 4/5 SYLVIA ROSE NOVAK (EARLY) 4/5 THE MEDIUM (LATE) 4/6 OKEY DOKEY W/ BOA 4/6 THE BOOTY BOYZ (LATE) 4/9 THE DIRTY GRASS PLAYERS 4/10 NSM (EARLY) 4/10 TOTH (LATE)

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