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Is Means Aiming to Privatize Schools? PLUS, ANIMAL CONTROL, THE MURMUR TRESTLE, CCSD TURNOVER AND MORE LOCAL NEWS By Blake Aued, Chris Dowd and Rebecca McCarthy news@flagpole.com For weeks, Verdaillia Turner, president sultations, plus travel and other expenses. of the Georgia Federation of Teachers, The school district’s policies say: “The tried to meet with Clarke County School Superintendent is authorized to sign on Superintendent Demond Means. The meetbehalf of the Board contracts, leases, and/ ing never happened, she said. They were or contracts for goods and services for scheduled and then canceled. amounts under $80,000 without prior She’s not really surprised. She believes approval of the Board, but shall inform the the end game for Means is straight out of Board for expenditures under $80,000.” the “vulture philanthropist” playbook: the In addition to being a graduate of the privatization of public schools. And that is Broad Academy, Avossa is the former supersomething she publicly opposes. intendent for the Charlotte-Mecklenburg, “It’s the usual thing—a black superinNC, public schools, Fulton County public tendent comes into a community and starts schools and Palm Beach County, FL, public targeting the black community in order schools. While he was the superintendent in to win their support, and then criticizes Fulton County, graduation rates increased teachers, all the while pushing testing and and the number of dropouts decreased. more testing,” said Turner, who is black. In addition, the district became a charter “Most people will miss the moves where district and is the state’s largest charter disbeleaguered poor schools are handed over trict. Today, Avossa is listed as publisher at to charter school management companies, LRG Media, based in Palm Beach. which give public money to private comGraduates of the Broad Academy are panies that have no transparency and no schooled to “disrupt the status quo” of pubaccountability to the public.” lic education, according to its website, and If charters are so wonderful, she said, have done so at some of the largest school then why does award-winning Gwinnett systems in the country, including New York County have no charCity, L.A., Chicago and ters in its billion-dollar Seattle. Three quarters What they want to do school system? Why of the class of 2019 is turn people in Athens consisted of people of are charters in school districts that are against the school board and color. majority black? Critics say the gradagainst each other. “Agendas pushed uates seem to follow by various superintenthe same playbook: dents don’t want to fix public education, They focus on data and testing, demeaning they want to take over public education,” experienced teachers and administrators Turner says. “What they want to do is and in many cases driving them away. They turn people in Athens against the school have been accused of sowing racial discord board and against each other.” That’s been and downplaying the role of poverty in apparent in Athens, where disputes among school readiness and performance, faulting board members and a power struggle with teachers for not being able to reach underthe superintendent have threatened to rip performing students. And their goal is to the community apart. CCSD officials held a welcome charter companies, Turner said. retreat over the weekend, mediated by the According to Means, the Broad Academy Georgia School Board Association, to try to has no ties to charter schools. The academy work out their differences. “works to build the capacity of system leadTurner’s comments are “unsubstantiated ers,” he said. innuendo,” Means responded. “That is not In an Oct. 5, 2018, email to Means, accurate in any way, shape or form.” Avossa wrote, “I’m equipped to assist with But Means has been trying to get into challenges from a Charter System, dealing a school leadership training program with with issues of race and class, and probably ties to charter schools—even hiring a conthe most important part of our job—politsultant to help him. For all of 2019, Means ical mapping and strategy. Everyone in a has been coached by Florida resident Robert college town knows more about education Avossa, a graduate of the unaccredited than the CEO/Supt.—Atlanta area was the Broad Academy, funded by the Los Angeles- same way. It’s also a lonely job—so…call me based Eli and Edythe Broad Foundation. at your convenience.” Billionaire Eli Broad is a staunch supporter Means did call Avossa, records show. of charter schools who is best known in From February to April, Means and education circles for funding efforts to priXernona Thomas, his chief of staff, each vatize public schools in California. Avossa, made 12 one-hour phone calls to Avossa, Means said, has been coaching him on who charged the school district $1,500, “effective leadership.” about $62.50 a conversation. After visiting the University of Virginia Emails and invoices reveal that Avossa last fall, Means took the advice of a UVA is helping Means in a number of different official and hired Avossa to help him ways, in addition to coaching him on applyimprove his performance as superintening to the Broad Academy. These services dent. (Means hired the UVA business school include refining presentations, offering tips to help turn around Gaines Elementary, on how to handle community concerns and which landed on a state list of “failing” editing documents. Avossa edited an Apr. schools last year.) There is no mention in 10 letter Means sent to board member John the minutes of board meetings that on Knox accusing Knox of micromanagement Dec. 7, 2018, Means approved a $15,000 and unprofessional behavior (which Knox contract with Avossa for 10 days of condenies). Before Means made a presentation

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on Apr. 30 on “student discipline and disproportionality,” he sent it to Avossa, who wrote on Apr. 28, “I can give you a few more tips and things to stay away from.” Means told Broad officials he was working with Avossa, and the “knowledge, insight and counsel he has offered me has already greatly affected me and our entire school system.” In March, Means had an interview with the Broad Academy, and in April, he flew to L.A., hoping to be among the 2019 Broad fellows, according to public records. The Broad Academy paid for the trip, Means said. A few days later, on the morning of Apr. 15, Means and Avossa drove from Athens to Banneker High School in South Fulton County, to meet with a principal Avossa had hired. Means, Avossa told then-principal Duke Bradley, “is in the process of taking on some very challenging schools that need transforming.” Means learned later that day he was not chosen for the Broad Academy. Means’ mentor and dissertation advisor, former Milwaukee superintendent Howard Fuller, is a longtime advocate of vouchers and school choice (though Means himself has been an outspoken critic of vouchers). When he was head of the suburban Mequon-Thiensville district, Means also briefly led a state-mandated takeover of Milwaukee schools. But he wound up leaving his post as commissioner of the controversial Milwaukee “turnaround district” rather than turn public schools over to outside operators. The GFT’s Turner says that teachers who are members of her organization have complained about how Means blames them for all student problems, without supporting them with paraprofessionals and other staff. That was a problem for him in Wisconsin, as well, where he had a

poor relationship with the teachers’ union, according to media reports. The reliance on standardized tests and data to gauge student progress “has nothing to do with measuring learning. A test is just a snapshot, not an indicator of what a person can do or what they can be,” Turner says. “The tests are not aligned to the curriculum or standards. It’s all part of the effort black superintendents make to convince the black community they can turn around schools where children are struggling.” [Rebecca McCarthy]

Means Has His Own Outside Counsel While Means told the Board of Education last month that it wasn’t allowed to hire an outside lawyer to handle a complaint to accreditation agency AdvancED, he has had his own personal attorney at taxpayer expense for the past two years, according to documents obtained through open records. CCSD is represented by the law firm of Hall Booth Smith, mainly by Michael Pruett in particular. In addition, Means has retained Mary Hubacher of Buelow Vetter Buikema Olson and Vliet, a Wisconsinbased law firm specializing in labor and employment law. Buelow Vetter is the firm Means hired in the fall of 2017 to investigate the district’s handling of the 2016 Cedar Shoals High School rape allegation and a coach who made sexual overtures to students. Since then, CCSD has been paying Buelow Vetter $15,000 a year to provide “professional legal services” to Means “on matters related to your role and responsibilities.” While most of the emails between Means and Hubacher are redacted—presumably due to attorney-client privilege—among the topics they discussed were an ethics complaint filed against Means with the state Professional Standards Commission in May, former Chase Street Elementary principal Andrea Neher’s resignation and Means’ response to the allegations filed with AdvancED that board members are micromanaging. Means first informed the school board of the agreement with Buelow Vetter last

week, after an open records request was filed. He told them it was “typical” for a superintendent to seek a second legal opinion. [Blake Aued]

Animal Control Head Resigns After Scandals

investigation, and the proposal was held until an answer could be obtained from the Police Department. Williams explained that grant money is often made available to police departments at this time of year, as the FBI and other federal agencies attempt to spend unused funds at the end of their budget cycle. This particular grant is intended as a reimbursement for ACCPD’s participation in the Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Force and was not related to any one investigation. Commissioner Tim Denson also expressed discomfort, citing the city of Atlanta’s recent withdrawal from all federal task forces due to a prohibition on body cameras during these operations. Parker did not seem satisfied with the answers she received. Earlier this year, she

Almost 20 years later, segments of the Firefly Trail from downtown to Dudley Park and Dudley Park to the Loop have been completed, with just one gap at Trail Creek. Abandoned railroads are often converted into trails because they’re flat—making walking, jogging and biking easy—but users now have to cut down 85 feet to the existing footbridge over Trail Creek and back up again. Eventually the Firefly Trail will run to Winterville, and from there a private group is raising funds to extend it through Oglethorpe County to Union Point in hopes of turning it into a tourist attraction like the Silver Comet Trail in West Georgia. Because the trestle has been unmaintained for so long, engineers found that about 80% of the wood would have to be

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At the end of the 2018-2019 school year, the Clarke County School District had seen 403 employees leave their jobs, according to records Flagpole obtained through an David Fluck, director of Athens-Clarke open records request. With 2,488 district County’s Central Services Department, employees, that means 16.2% of the workresigned last week at the request of force left their positions. The group includes Manager Blaine Williams. His resignation everyone from academic interventionists comes in the wake of ongoing problems and math teachers to paraprofessionals, at Animal Control, an agency under the secretaries, lunchroom supervisors, custoumbrella of Central Services. Williams dians and bus drivers—24 CCSD bus drivplans to implement a number of reforms to ers will no longer be on the road. improve care protocols and accountability Some of these people retired, others within Animal Control, in collaboration went to different schools, some moved out with animal welfare organiof state and others left their zations in town. chosen professional altoAt their meeting on Sept. gether. The records from the 17, the ACC Commission school district don’t indicate decided to pitch in on the what the employees chose reform efforts by giving to do after leaving their tentative approval to three schools. full-time positions at According to public Animal Control at the cost records, the school district of $45,000. These will be had lost 169 teachers and 51 converted from five partparaprofessionals at the end time positions in the hope of the 2018-2019 academic of improving recruitment year. Hilsman Middle School and retention for animal lost the largest number of caretakers and the volunteer teachers, 24, as well as three coordinator at the shelter. paraprofessionals. Cedar The commission voiced Shoals High School lost unanimous approval for 20 teachers, while Clarke these positions, which will Central High saw the deparbe voted on on Oct. 1. ture of 15 teachers. Clarke The same can’t be said Middle School lost 15 teachof a proposal by the comers, two paraprofessionals mission’s Audit Committee and its longtime principal, to prioritize an audit of Tad McMillan. Animal Control. Audit Alps Road Elementary Committee Chairwoman saw eight teachers and two Melissa Link said this would paraprofessionals leave. allow the commission to Barrow Elementary lost six “get to the bottom of some paraprofessionals and three Hundreds of Athens residents gathered at the Arch Friday for the international Climate Strike. For more climate change coverage, visit flagpole.com. of the questions that have classroom teachers, Burney been plaguing our comHarris saw the departure of munity.” However, Commissioner Jerry 15 teachers, while Chase Street Elementary requested a citizens review board that could replaced to make the trestle structurally sound. But none of the wood is original, NeSmith expressed uncertainty about the lost three teachers, three paraprofesexamine these kinds of grants and give recidea in light of upcoming reforms, saying sionals and its principal. Cleveland Road ommendations on them to the commission. anyway—the trestle was designed in a modular fashion, so rotting portions could he didn’t want to audit “a moving target.” Elementary saw three teachers and two She reiterated this request before voting no easily be replaced. “It will be new wood Commissioner Ovita Thornton disagreed paraprofessionals leave. Coile Middle lost on the proposal. The proposal passed 7–1 basically replicating the trestle in its curwith NeSmith, saying, “the more pushback 10 teachers and two paraprofessionals. with Denson abstaining. [Chris Dowd] rent form,” consultant Eric Bosman told the Three paraprofessionals left the Early that I’m hearing, the more I’m concerned. audience at a Sept. 16 public input session. Now, the audit really needs to happen.” Learning Center. The final design was based on Concept B, Rescue groups raised the alarm when, in Fowler Drive lost eight teachers, four one of three concepts presented to commis- paraprofessionals and its principal. That job July, more than 30 cats suspected of carsioners and the public in July. Other conrying a deadly virus, panleuk, were euthais still posted on the CCSD job board. Consultants hired by Athens-Clarke cepts involved rebuilding the trestle with a nized, although they turned out not to have Gaines Elementary saw 10 teachers and County to design a bridge over Trail Creek new steel deck or building an entirely new the disease. Earlier this month, the state four paraprofessionals leave. At J.J. Harris, incorporating the famed “Murmur trestle” bridge weaving around what’s left of the ordered the county dog pound quarantined five teachers and two paraprofessionals left. have submitted a final proposal that will trestle. “There was no singular consensus after a parvo breakout. Oglethorpe Avenue lost seven teachers and go before the ACC Mayor and Commission opinion,” Bosman said. But several themes Members of Concerned Animal five paraprofessionals. Stroud Elementary next month. emerged from public input, including a Crusaders of Athens, a loose coalition of lost two teachers and two paraprofessionBased on feedback from an ACCdesire to preserve the historic and cultural local animal welfare groups, were in attenals. Timothy Road lost five paraprofessionappointed user group and the public, convalue of the trestle, build a functional trail, dance at this meeting. Blake Tanner, a als and five teachers. Whit Davis saw five sulting firm Kimley Horn came up with a and consider environmental concerns and member of the organization, supported the teachers and two paraprofessionals leave. design that involves rebuilding the remainthe impact on the surrounding neighboraudit, citing a lack of transparency that has Whitehead Road lost eight teachers and two ing portion of the wooden trestle, bolstered hood, as well as cost. lasted for years. “Until recently, concerns paraprofessionals, and Winterville saw six by more modern steel-and-concrete arches The SPLOST-funded bridge will cost of stakeholders have been minimized and teachers and one paraprofessional leave. on either side. about $3.3 million, with minimal maintepromises have not been kept. We need As of Sept. 9, there were 87 vacancies The trestle was part of the first railroad nance costs over the next 25 years because some trust-building,” he said. The commison the Clarke County School District jobs into Athens, and was made famous in the the wood will be all new. “While we want to sion will vote Oct. 1 on whether Internal website. For comparison, the much larger come up with something that’s iconic and Auditor Stephanie Maddox should look into early 1980s, when R.E.M. put it on the system in Gwinnett County had 26, DeKalb back cover of its debut album. Owner CSX inspiring, it has to be done on a fixed budAnimal Control. County had 12, Fulton County had four, get,” Bosman said. Also at this meeting, a proposal to accept started to demolish it in 2000, but R.E.M. Atlanta had three and Cobb County had fans around the world rallied, and the local The design also includes an observation federal grant money for drug investigazero. government purchased what was left, with deck so users can take in the view from tion was briefly delayed by Commissioner CCSD officials are scheduled to discuss plans to turn the historic railroad into a above the treetops. Mariah Parker. She requested additional employee turnover at their Oct. 3 work seswalking and biking trail. ACC is accepting comments online at information on the exact purpose of the sion. [RM] f

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The Bill of Rights Is Under Attack The Red Zone TRUMP AND OTHER FASCISTS THREATEN THE RULE OF LAW

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It has been 230 years since Congress first proposed a Bill of Rights on Sept. 25, 1789. That sweeping document was adopted by a majority of the states and incorporated into this nation’s Constitution in 1791. Today, the Bill of Rights is under attack from courthouses, statehouses and the White House. The words of Earl Warren, who served on the Supreme Court beginning in the administration of President Eisenhower, still apply today in these times of President Trump: “It is doubtful that Congress would pass the Bill of Rights if it were introduced today.” Attorney F. Lee Bailey agreed with the assessment of former Chief Justice Warren, saying, “Can any of you seriously say the Bill of Rights would get through Congress today? It wouldn’t even get out of committee.” Those assessments have been true throughout American history, and they are especially true today. From the Jim Crow laws of racial segregation in the 19th Century to the “Red Scare” hounding and jailing of American dissidents in the 1920s and 1950s, politicians and judges of both political parties often have viewed the Bill of Rights as a nuisance rather than a necessity. Today, it is Donald Trump and his “Trumpublican Party” who stand as clear and present dangers to such long-held American values as equal rights and the rule of law. In the past and in the present, America often has failed to live up to its ideals, but the Bill of Rights has been a beacon of hope and a tool for reform for more than two centuries. Women, African Americans, workers, gay Americans and more have used the Bill of Rights to press for needed social change throughout the history of this nation. Today, the president and his political party would block the long path of progress blazed throughout the history of this country by those who would hold America to what Martin Luther King Jr. called “the true meaning of its creed.” In It Can’t Happen Here, his 1935 novel about a fascist dictatorship in America, Sinclair Lewis used fiction to warn his

readers that the seeds of authoritarianism could take root right here on American soil. If Lewis were alive to write today, in these times of Trump, he could write a sequel titled It Has Happened Here. While Trump and his GOP sycophants in Congress will howl that Democrats are “socialists” as the 2020 campaign heats up, one can only hope that Democrats will counter with the moniker of “fascist” against Trump and his cronies. Alas, so far the “f-word”—fascism—has been used mostly by the pitifully few Republicans who are willing to stand up to this president’s mean-spirited machinations. In 2015, a year before Trump was elected, a few Republicans warned of his authoritarian tendencies, but their voices went unheeded by most of the GOP. Republican Max Boot of the Council on Foreign Relations said, “Trump is a fascist, and that’s not a term I use loosely or often, but he’s earned it.” GOP stalwart John Noonan scorned Trump’s proposed “Muslim ban” by saying it was “fascism, period. Nothing else to call it.” Conservative radio host Steve Deace agreed with Boot and Noonan, saying, “If Obama proposed the same religious registry as Trump, every conservative in the country would call it what it is: creeping fascism.” Today, such warnings are rare but needed in a nation whose president and so many of his supporters seem all too willing to trade the Bill of Rights for a bill of goods. Alan Charles Raul, a Republican attorney who served in the administrations of Ronald Reagan, George H.W. Bush and George W. Bush, was concise and correct earlier this year when he wrote, “Americans should know better than to acquiesce in assaults on basic constitutional principles. It ought to be widely understood that declaring the press the enemy of the people, politicizing criminal prosecutions, or vilifying the race or religious background of judges or immigrants is un-American. Civics education has plainly fallen down on the job if citizens don’t know enough to protest attacks on the rule of law from on high.” f

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Speaking as a recent transfer student who “We encourage each person impacted by was sexually assaulted last semester, I sexual violence to come forward and receiwasn’t aware of the University of Georgia’s eve information about the process without rampant rape culture—which is especially committing to making a formal report to prevalent during the Red Zone. the Equal Opportunity Office or to the The Red Zone is the period of time police,” said EOO director Eryn Dawkins. between the first day of classes and The EOO is more concerned with eduThanksgiving, when the most reported cating survivors on the process than with sexual assaults occur. According to the disciplinary action, as seen in their Student Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network, Bill of Rights. They do not encourage surmore than 50% of college vivors to press charges sexual assaults occur against their rapists. Compared to other Instead, they emphasize in August, September, October or November. large universities, hearing out survivors. Kat Barker, president Informal reports to EOO of Unite for Reproductive UGA has a low rate of are not included in UGA and Gender Equity reported sexual assaults. police’s data collection. (URGE), said the Red The Atlanta JournalHowever, the institution Constitution reviewed sevZone “is a term that was coined by UGA offieral USG sexual assault discourages students cials,” and “no action has cases and found “in the from reporting. been taken to decrease vast majority of cases… the amount of sexual the victim either didn’t assaults.” Indeed, the UGA admininistration come forward to authorities or chose not to and police are fully aware of the issue, but pursue charges. In the cases that remained, they attribute UGA rape culture to Athens’ most of the victims declined to pursue inevitable partying and drinking scene. charges.” Compared to other large universities, A UGA on-campus resource, Relationship UGA has a low rate of reported sexual and Sexual Violence Prevention (RSVP), is assaults. However, the institution discourhoused inside The Fontaine Center, which ages students from reporting. In 2014, mainly focuses on drug and alochol prethe number of cases dropped from 72 to vention. On Friday, URGE executives sat 11 after UGA police removed third-party down with assistant directors Caron Hope reports. UGA President Jere Morehead and Kelly Truesdell. They claimed RSVP said, “Those reports, I think, are good news terminated Red Zone Awareness week three in that our students are reporting and years ago to include sexual assault cases allowing the university to deal with those outside those 15 weeks. Now, RSVP particiincidents,” but the unipates in the nationally versity enforces instiDenim Day Students may not have recognized tutional betrayal that on Apr. 29. spites rape survivors. UGA must form sufficient evidence, When students administrative comthe financial means or be survive sexual assault, mittees, and USG must comfortable enough to they can report enact policy reform. it to UGA’s Equal Once Duke University go to criminal court, and Opportunity Office, implemented the if the matter is resolved which operates under strictest sexual misconthe University System duct policy in history, informally, the student of Georgia Board of 48% of undergraduate cannot appeal the resolution. women reported they Regents Policy Manual and its sexual miswere sexually assaulted conduct policy, which affects all of USG’s since enrolling. Duke’s default punishment 26 public institutions. In Section 6.7.1 of is expulsion, and survivors are given more the sexual misconduct policy, USG uses choices in reporting. the term “nonconsenual sexual contact” Last Saturday, UGA played football instead of rape or sexual assault, defining it against the University of Notre Dame, as “any physical contact with another perwhich has a Committee on Sexual Assault son of a sexual nature without the person’s Prevention (CSAP) that “facilitates collabconsent.” oration and communication among the Excluding formal proceedings, the sexdifferent departments and student groups ual misconduct policy provides students working to address sexual violence and with two more problematic options in spearheads a variety of rape education/ detail: Either report it to law enforcement, prevention initiatives.” Notre Dame relies or resolve the issue informally. Students on cohesion between administration and may not have sufficient evidence, the student-run organizations. financial means or be comfortable enough Alcohol abuse is not the problem. The to go to criminal court, and if the matter problem is with USG’s sexual misconduct is resolved informally, the student cannot policy and UGA’s lack of an administrative appeal the resolution. USG also provides committee. five links to the general student misconUSG’s next board meeting is on Oct. 15 duct section, Policy 4.6.5, which warns and 16 at UGA. f against false complaints/statements and Goins is a senior at the University of Georgia. says that confidentiality is not guaranteed.

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Notre Dame Nearly Killed Me Tales From the Crypt UGA ESCAPES WITH A WIN OVER THE IRISH

LOCAL PODCAST AIMS TO DESTIGMATIZE DEATH

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By Caroline Gregor music@flagpole.com

I wanted domination. I didn’t get it. Nevertheless, Georgia beat Notre Dame 23-17 in a game that was, somehow, simultaneously closer and not as close as that final score indicates. It was a weird one. Despite that lack of domination—and despite the fact I almost had a Kirby Smartesque rage stroke a few times throughout four quarters, and I’m guessing y’all did as well—it was still a satisfying victory, not least of all because it appeared to be played in front of the rowdiest crowd in school history. The biggest problems in this new era of Georgia football have been hanging in when things don’t go to plan—like what happened against LSU and Texas last year or Auburn in the regular season the year before—and closing out tough games, specifically against a Team That Will Not Be Named. On both those fronts, Georgia succeeded against Notre Dame. The Dawgs dug deep when everything seemed to be going Notre Dame’s way, made a comeback and created some separation, then stonewalled the Irish at the end when it mattered most, even though it wasn’t always pretty. In that

Ian Book exploited that with 275 yards passing, mostly dinking and dunking, but was still picked off twice. The Irish also managed only 46 rushing yards. Had those two guys been healthy, I think we’d be looking at a much more dominant display from the defense than what we actually got. I’ll admit that I was among those who underrated Notre Dame coming into this game. And even though I think if a few things went differently we may have covered the 14-point spread, I’m satisfied with merely surviving and advancing against a really good team. As much as style points matter, finishing the regular season 12-0 is the best way to boost our chances of returning to the College Football Playoff, and we’re still on track to do that. Even though it wasn’t pretty, the mere fact we have this win on the résumé will be significant if we don’t go 12-0 or lose in the SEC Championship Game, forcing the selection committee to once again make a tough decision. The Irish will finish the season 11-1 or 10-2 and remain in the top 15 for the duration. It’s a quality win, no matter how it looked in real-time.

podcasts’ popularity soars, many people continue to find comfort in listening to their favorite hosts talk about relationships, sports or news during their daily commute or while working out. With their show “Funeral Stories,” Casey Carter and Laura Brooker explore an unconventional podcast topic: death. “Funeral Stories,” which has released nearly 60 episodes since debuting last summer and focuses on death, grief and the “absurdity of funerals,” is recorded in Athens. On Friday, Carter and Brooker will record an episode live at the 40 Watt. Billed as “Death, Drag and Dancing,” the event

and ratings for “Funeral Stories” that people turn to the show to laugh, cry and find a safe space. While the concept of the podcast may seem morbid, it’s actually more comedic. Guests who come on the show may talk about their loss and the grief they may have faced, but they also talk about the absurdity of it all, and the hosts find a way to put a positive spin on the topic and incorporate humor. “It feels wrong, sometimes, to laugh, but sometimes you have to laugh to keep from going crazy.” Carter says. “We put the ‘fun’ in funerals,” Brooker adds.

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We feel the same way, Kirby.

way, the game was a resounding success, even if we all had to dig our hearts out of our stomachs when the clock hit zeros. We did ourselves no favors by making dumb mistakes. I’m thinking, chiefly, of Tyler Simmons’ muffed punt that gifted the Irish a touchdown in the second quarter and forced the Dawgs to play from behind. Without that one mistake, the score would have been significantly more lopsided. Ditto the late-hit penalty from backup Justin Shaffer in the red zone that relegated us to a field goal instead of a touchdown. That’s two mistakes that cost us 11 points and made the game much tighter than it should have been. Injuries also hurt us, specifically in the secondary. Tyson Campbell, the team’s top corner, was injured and didn’t dress, while Eric Stokes, the No. 2 corner, went out with an injury on the second play of the game.

Mostly, I’m happy for all the Dawg fans in Sanford Stadium who showed why we have one of the best home field advantages in college football. I don’t think it’s a stretch to say that without that crowd we might not have won. The noise forced five false start penalties to keep the Irish behind the eight-ball and also forced them to burn two timeouts in the third quarter. I’m happy the efforts of Bulldog Nation were not in vain and that what was, by all accounts, the most exciting gameday in UGA history wasn’t marred by a loss. Now comes the bye week, and it couldn’t have come at a better time. The bye will give us an opportunity to get healthy and begin focusing on the post-Notre Dame portion of the schedule, when we’re not looking toward a single opponent. I think everyone involved, from the players to the fans, could use a breather after that one. f

will function as a launch party for season three of the podcast and will also feature a performance by drag group The Kourtesans and DJ crew Booty Boyz. Inspiration for the podcast came naturally for the hosts. Brooker grew up in the funeral industry and experienced loss early, when her father passed away while she was in middle school. Carter, who says she has always had death anxiety, experienced multiple losses at a single point in her life. The two teamed up to tackle, and normalize, a subject that everyone has a relationship with, yet most don’t feel comfortable talking about. “We all have something in common,” Carter says. “We’re all going to die, or we’ve lost someone.” The tagline “Grief is weird” is a main discussion topic on the podcast. The hosts talk about the multitude of ways that people experience grief, and sometimes, it may not even be related to death. “We realized that there is so much more to talk about that pertains to grief,” Brooker says. “Grief is universal.” For many of the podcast’s 160,000 subscribers, it is a type of therapy—an outlet to cope with their emotions and find comfort in knowing they are not the only one dealing with grief, whether that grief comes from the death of a loved one, a divorce or another hardship. It’s evident in comments

Aside from talking about real-life experiences that people have faced, the podcast also released an episode about the Harry Potter series and how people can become so attached to fictional characters that they grieve their deaths. The hosts say they learn from every guest they have on the show and enjoy the chance to view the podcast through others’ eyes. Carter and Brooker spoke with a “proper old Southern lady” for an episode and say at first, the woman saw it as taboo to talk in front of a microphone about things within one’s family. After taping the episode, they say she came to realize that the podcast is just this generation’s version of “sipping sweet tea on the front porch and catching up with people.” While death can often be something dark and scary that people feel they can’t talk about, “Funeral Stories” looks it in the face and tells people that it’s OK to have those conversations. “We’re not mental health professionals—we’re mental health advocates,” says Carter. f

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! a z o o l a p l a v i t s e ¡F Athens Hosts Lots of Events This Weekend

ooking for something to do this weekend? Partner, you’re in luck: With UGA football on a bye week and the mercury finally dropping (kinda, sorta), local folks are taking the chance to stage a whole slew of events, from music festivals to cultural celebrations to hot-air balloon gatherings and beyond. Here are a few of those happenings; for lots more, see The Calendar on p. 19.

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ant acts with open arms, from Grammywinning veterans like Williams to such equally undefinable youngers as Lilly Hiatt. In this setting, it’ll be more obvious than ever that Williams was way ahead of the times. Williams’ Saturday set offers her a brief respite from her lengthy, multimedia anniversary shows for the legendary 1998 album Car Wheels on a Gravel Road. Fans will

Before her self-titled third album from 1988 landed on UK punk imprint Rough Trade, pretty much every label imaginable, from corporate giants in Los Angeles and Nashville to roots music tastemakers Sugar Hill and Rounder, turned away future legend Lucinda Williams. “It’s the classic example Lucinda Williams of what eventually became Americana,” Williams says. “My music was literally caught in the cracks more than likely hear “Drunken Angel” and between country and rock. The marketing other favorites from ’98 anyway, sprinkled people didn’t know what to do with it, into a setlist that on most nights includes because there wasn’t a market for what I such politically charged anthems as Neil did.” Young’s “Rockin’ in the Free World” and a Over 30 years later, events like new take on 2014’s “Foolishness” featuring Wildwood Revival, an Americana fest held lyrics that slam racism, sexism and other just outside Athens, welcome genre-defiblights on our society.

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“I’ve got to get out there and make a statement about all the crap that’s happening,” Williams adds. “Everyone feels it. It’s great to see most of the audience standing up and pumping their fists in the air.” Whatever she performs, expect to hear songs grounded in storytelling as akin to Southern Gothic literature as folk or alt-country and performed with the reckless abandon of a punk rocker at heart. The sustainability-minded Wildwood Revival also features Son Volt, Shovels and Rope, Mandolin Orange, Hiatt and lots of other acts, plus craft food and brews, an artists market and more. [Bobby Moore]

Athtoberfest

Akademia Brewing Company Friday, Sept. 27–Sunday, Sept. 29. FREE!

Since opening two years ago, Akademia Brewing Company has made it part of its mission to bring quality arts and entertainment to the strip-mall-laden Westside, giving folks a good reason to make the trek out Atlanta Highway—besides the tasty beers, of course. Earlier this year, the brewpub opened a dedicated concert space informally dubbed the Odeon, and now, it’s throwing a truly ambitious three-day party to usher in the most eagerly anticipated fall season in recent Athens memory.

The first-ever Athtoberfest kicks off Friday, runs all the way through Sunday and features more than 25 bands playing separate indoor and outdoor stages, including Misnomer, Monsoon, Shehehe, Wieuca, Four Eyes, Vision Video, Beast Mode, Jet Phase, CannonandtheBoxes, Kxng Blanco, Clip Art and other local all-stars. In addition to the steady stream of music, Akademia will be serving up a special menu of German beer-hall-style eats—think sausage, pretzels and kraut— and Oktoberfest brews, like the Festbier Märzen, all weekend long. Local vendors will sell their wares, and the suds will surely flow. Bring on those cooler temps. [Gabe Vodicka]

Vulture Festival

ACC Landfill Saturday, Sept. 28, 8 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE!

Vultures are “nature’s recyclers,” says Athens-Clarke County Solid Waste Director Suki Janssen, so it’s only natural that the local landfill celebrates them. The facility on Lexington Highway near the Oglethorpe County line is home to about 300 black and turkey vultures. While admittedly “gross,” Janssen says, that may be the reason they’re so fascinating to kids. For example, did you know that vultures have no sweat glands, and they cool off by urinating on themselves and letting it evaporate? Or that they scare off predators by vomiting on them? “Once you get to

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Downtown Athens Saturday, Sept. 28, 12–8 p.m. FREE!

On Saturday, the 10th annual LatinxFest will give Athens residents the opportunity to celebrate and discover all that the local Latin community has to offer. The cultures and customs of Central and South America, Spain, Mexico and the Caribbean will be celebrated and honored through homemade food, live music, dance and kids activities. Beto Mendoza has been the coordinator of LatinxFest since its beginning. Mendoza is also the leader of Dignidad Inmigrante en Athens, which was formed to make Athens a safer and more inclusive space for the Latin Americans who live here. This year, the festival will begin on a more somber, sentimental note, as the Interfaith Sanctuary Coalition has put together a ceremony to honor the victims of the recent El Paso shooting. “We can’t ignore the attacks on the Latinx and Hispanic community,” Mendoza says. “Even though it was weeks ago, we feel we should honor those who were killed.” Mendoza says the festival has created a space for conversation for the Latinx community in Athens. Before the festival began in 2010, Mendoza says Latinx and Hispanic people did not feel as welcome in Athens. “We are an integral part of USA’s culture,” Mendoza says. “We deserve to be celebrated.” Last year was the first time the festival was held downtown, and Mendoza says it was a huge success, with upwards of 1,000 people in attendance. This year, the festival will again be located on Washington Street between Hull and Pulaski. Mendoza says it is an experience that one can typically only get from a visit to Latin America. “You can’t get the same experience downtown at a bar,” Mendoza says. “If you want traditional homemade cuisine and indigenous dance, this is the only place to go.” The LatinxFest afterparty will be held at Iron Factory directly after the festival. To find out more, visit the event’s Facebook page. [Rosemary Scott]

Above Athens Balloon Festival Sandy Creek Park Saturday, Sept. 28, 3–8:30 p.m. $5/car, $10/balloon ride

Last year’s inaugural balloon extravaganza was Athens’ own personal Fyre Festival—or, as Leisure Services outreach and development coordinator Melanie

McElry more charitably puts it, “the community had a very enthusiastic response.” Athens-Clarke County officials had never put on such an event and didn’t know what to expect. Little did they know that thousands of people would attend, filling Sandy Creek Park to capacity and backing up traffic down U.S. 441, with many more turned away. Vendors ran out of food and water as families waiting in line for hours to go up in a tethered hot air balloon. This year, Leisure Services is prepared for a massive turnout. A traffic plan is in place, with police directing traffic, and the county hired additional balloons (a total of nine). The event will be cash only, because the time it took to run credit cards, especially with poor cell reception in the rural park, held up the line, McElroy says. ACC is also partnering with Bulldog 93.3 FM to provide updates during the festival. Besides the balloons, food trucks and other vendors will be onsite, and a number of children’s activities—including face painting, balloon animals, gymnastics and educational programming—will be available free of charge. The festival will culminate with a “balloon glow,” where balloons light up like lanterns against the night sky. To avoid the crowd, McElroy urges people to consider coming later in the day. Part of the problem last year was that so many tried to enter the park right when the festival began. “Don’t try to come early because you’re afraid you won’t get in late,” she says. For more information, visit accgov.com/ balloon. [Blake Aued]

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Taking PRIDE LGBTQ CELEBRATION IS BIGGER AND BETTER THAN EVER By Caroline Gregor news@flagpole.com

owntown Athens will be hosting Athens PRIDE this week, complete with a festival and a packed lineup of events and entertainment. PRIDE hasn’t always been in downtown Athens, however. It started in 1998 as a picnic at Lay Park hosted by GLOBES, an LGBTQ faculty and staff group at the University of Georgia. Cameron Harrelson, events director and sponsorship committee member of Athens PRIDE, has a personal connection to Athens PRIDE and has been a witness to its growth. “I come from South Georgia, where it is not very accepting to be LGBTQ, and coming to Athens back in 2013, for the first time in my life I was able to be in a community that was accepting,” Harrelson says. “To see it go from a picnic with a cou-

there will be a Mx. PRIDE pageant, where a winner will be crowned and represent Athens PRIDE throughout the year. The pageant is scheduled for 8–11 p.m. Friday, Sept. 27 at the Graduate Athens hotel. Mx. PRIDE helps put a face to Athens PRIDE, rather than just the board, Strachan says. Along with the pageant, PRIDE is partnering with Urban Outfitters, which will be hosting a DIY tie dye event on Thursday, Sept. 26, and there will be a cocktail/ mocktail and trivia night from 5–7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 25 at Hotel Indigo. Incorporating nonalcoholic drinks (mocktails) into the event is important to PRIDE to make it inclusive. “It’s for those in our community that are in recovery. It’s been a huge focus of ours this year,” Harrelson says.

ple hundred people in a park to now being downtown and expanding to two blocks is not only a testament to our change in culture, but the work that this organization has put in to creating a safe space here.” Not only has Athens PRIDE expanded from a picnic to now being a downtown festival, but this year the festival is expanding along West Washington Street from Pulaski all the way to Lumpkin Street, the board for PRIDE doubled in size, and they’ve gained more sponsors. This is likely due to Athens being a central location for many rural Georgia towns to come together. “We are a progressive pocket in a very rural area of Georgia,” says Amber Strachan, president of the board. “We can reach out to all of the communities around us and welcome them to Athens for PRIDE.” While bigger cities like Atlanta attract hundreds of thousands of people with their marches, events and a parade, Athens has its own opportunity to create a safe space for people in other parts of the state. “Athens has a really unique opportunity being a light in a rural area to reach into those communities to serve LGBTQ people that are not necessarily represented in their community,” Harrelson says. PRIDE has tons of activities for festival-goers this year, and for the first time,

For drinkers, a pub crawl starts at 8 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 28, culminating with a “50 Years of Queers” dance party at Max. At the Sunday main festival, businesses and organizations of all kinds will have booths set up to learn more about what they do. “The festival specifically serves as a point of contact for LGBTQ people to see who their allies are, whether that be the business community, religious community or the nonprofit community. They are able to connect individuals with the resources and people they need that are going to be accepting of who they are,” Harrelson says. For entertainment, PRIDE organizers want to showcase and appreciate local Athens talent. A drag show starts at 7 p.m. the night of the festival, where Athens kings and queens will be performing. Alongside locals, the drag race will feature a special guest: Eureka O’Hara from seasons nine and 10 of “RuPaul’s Drag Race.” The Sunday night festival will feature local and out-of-town artists, food trucks and other vendors. Performers will include rapper/linguist/county commissioner Linqua Franqa (Mariah Parker) and Miami hip hop/drum and bass DJ George the Infinite. The festival is followed by an afterparty at The Foundry. For more information, visit athenspride.com. f

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know vultures and the adaptations they have, they are so much fun to talk about,” Janssen says. Solid Waste started the Vulture Festival in 2014 as a way to attract people to the landfill—a place most wouldn’t ordinarily go. “We all produce trash,” Janssen says. “We need to know where our trash goes.” Unlike vultures, it’s not as gross as you’d think. In fact, it includes just about every type of habitat in Georgia, from forests to fields, which makes it a prime bird-watching spot. The Oconee Rivers Audubon Society kicks off the festival with a bird walk at 8 a.m. Other activities include tours, a scavenger hunt, a vulture-themed costume contest, a photo booth and live birds on display. For more information, visit accgov. com/vulture. [Blake Aued]

RecFest

Terrapin Beer Co. Saturday, Sept. 28, 4 p.m. $32

If you want to spend your weekend with face-melting bluegrass music and craft beer, look no further than the firstever RecFest. This “celebration of beer, music and the great outdoors” will host a slew of food trucks, as well as music from Michigan’s Greensky Bluegrass and local favorites AFTM and Grassland String Band. According to Terrapin’s marketing manager, Leah Keggi, “Everyone here at the brewery is excited about RecFest, because we love hanging out, drinking beer and listening to live music.” The all-ages event costs $40 per person. Tickets can be purchased online through Terrapin’s website or at the door. VIP tickets, which cost $135 plus fees, include drinks and provide access to the indoor tap room, exclusive drafts, private bathrooms and an expedited entry line. Subaru drivers receive extra perks. Due to the festival’s partnership with the local dealership, the entire front parking lot is reserved for Subaru cars only. Other festival-goers can find parking across the street; however, patrons who expect to drink are encouraged to use a ride-sharing service or the planned shuttle option. The festival looks to be a big deal for fans of high-energy bluegrass. Greensky Bluegrass released a critically lauded seventh album in January and recently put out a live recording from last year’s back-to-back sold-out Red Rocks shows. Local Southern rock band AFTM is currently touring the Southeast and will return to Athens for the event. In addition to music, RecFest will host five food trucks serving a variety of grub, ranging from arepas to buffalo chicken fried in waffle batter. [Reid Koski] f

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Material (Re)Orientation FALL EXHIBITIONS AT THE DODD GALLERIES By Alden DiCamillo arts@flagpole.com The Lamar Dodd School of Art opened three new exhibiof bodily excrement and fluid concepts of architectural tions this month, each developing narratives around matespaces in which queer bodies might exist. rial abstraction’s ability to shift perceptions of bodies and In the Margie E. West Gallery, there is a different the spaces they occupy. queering of the body in Alex McClay and Sam Regal’s show “Legion Pool” by Athens artist Carol John, on view in the “Turbulent Femme || towards a radical future.” The show Bridge Gallery, tells the story of a muggy summer’s day at unapologetically gives femme space to exist in embodied Legion Pool, a community space located near the University and disembodied form. Femme draws from an intersecof Georgia’s Tate Student Center. Each painting works tional re-understanding of femininity, inclusive of effemicollectively to reveal playful vocabulary through abstract nate male, queer and non-binary bodies. marks that describe the elements of Legion Pool that can’t On the right and left walls of the gallery are 50 handquite be put into words: the sensation of repetitive laps, the made paper panties, each adorned with a different way to weight of the atmosphere on a hot day, how memory forms say “no.” On the far back wall are motion-activated LED during the summer. fan lights that flash poetic phrases: “Cheeky Brazillian John’s main work is a long, unstretched piece of canvas, Underwear,” “Strangers’ Wedding Video,” “I’m gay.” On the with the bottom corners unfastened, allowing the lower gallery’s floor is a living room with a couch, coffee table, edge to lift from the wall. Large blue rectangles of heavy, plush chair, television, kitsch trophy with underwear and sticky aquamarine and light, cool phthalo surround a hot orange field of paint that frames stacks of clumsy pool tile patterns. One could be looking into Legion Pool or completely submerged in it. The rest of the works in “Legion Pool” employ repetitions of circles, whimsical marks left by John’s elegant brushstrokes and tensions of contrasting greens, pinks, oranges, blues and reds that have been worked into patches of paint to create unity and variety across each of the canvases. Smaller paintings of a similar style finish off the experience of “Legion Pool” and give viewers space to dwell on how arrangements of textures, form and color lead into phenomenal experiences. In the Suite Gallery, Mac Balentine’s show “Fool-ectomy” is a plethora of pleasurable smells and sensual textures pointing to queer constructions of the sensuous body. The title of the show is derived from Narrenliteratur, or fool’s literature, from Renaissance-era Germany that separates queer individuals and those with mental illnesses into the category “fool.” “Fool-ectomy” calls out the development of architectural partitioning of public and private (clean and unclean) modes of the body as constructed within early Greek architecture through the use of veils, faux pillars and stone marble or brick patterns. Balentine combines these pieces A detail of a painting by Carol John of architecture with sensual materials like latex, cloth, Air Delights urinal fresheners and three-di- various intimate and junk items, including condoms, soda mensional renderings of veils and toilet seat rims to deconcans, chips and candy wrappers. Projections paint this struct this partitioning into a fluid, playful space where installation with phrases of femme pleasure and desire: “I orifice and bodily function are not only acknowledged, but am your cushions,” “A couch is made for kissing,” “Feast become active players in breaking apart previously confrom Voyeur’s Rich Shame Banquet.” Behind this piece, a structed modes of “dirty and clean.” video of Alex McClay’s shadowed profile plays with and The multimedia floor piece “Tappen” is comprised of a swallows the animated phrase “this is my body.” mattress adorned with rose-gold glass wall bricks; white In “Turbulent Femme,” sound, volume and poetry are felt cloth; black, blue, pink and neutral latex material; a powerful media for understanding and existing within the worn, hot-pink quilt; and a repetitive print of the Ultra queer (or fluid) nature of femme identity. The exhibition is Charmin toilet paper bear cuddling pure white toilet paper. embedded within an institutional structure, but it loudly This piece, stretching across the floor, actively deconstructs refuses a neo-patriarchal gaze. The show insists on discovthe fool. The fool is now fluid, master of material, master ering methods of existing as a femme body for femme bodof queer reproduction. The folds of latex, combined with ies within the fluidity (or queerness) of femme. sexually tender modes of cloth, are mirrored by hanging All three exhibitions will remain on view through latex pieces titled “Gummy Shark” and “Stretch.” Computer- Friday, Oct. 4, and a Lunchtime Gallery Talk for “Turbulent generated prints, titled “Enema” and “Dry,” connect themes Femme” will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 1 at 12 p.m. f

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peaking over the phone, Magnapop’s Linda Hopper and Ruthie Morris sound remarkably crisp for our 9 a.m. interview. Oh yeah—they’re in South Holland, a full six hours ahead of Georgia time, waiting to soundcheck before the evening’s show at Bergen op Zoom’s famed music venue Popmonument. Magnapop is in Europe playing shows and preparing for the arrival of the group’s sixth album, The Circle Is Round, out Sept. 27 via Athens’ HHBTM Records. Belgium, Holland and the rest of the Benelux region have been Magnapop’s home away from home since the early 1990s, when Hopper passed the group’s Michael Stipe-produced demo tape along to a pair of Dutch journalists at a New Music Seminar.

“A Simple Plan,” are placed alongside “Leo” and “Pretty Awful,” two unreleased demos from the group’s 1992 recording session. “Change Your Hair” is the very first song Hopper and Morris wrote together, before they even had a band. “Rip the Wreck” appeared on the A-side of their first single, a 7-inch released in 1990, back when the group was playing and recording under the name Homemade Sister. After 30 years of lineup changes, cross-country moves and long gaps between activity, the group has been on a slow but steady roll since 2011, when Mulvaney approached everyone about reconvening to play a benefit show for Atlanta’s Criminal Records. Since then, the original lineup has settled back into place—this time for

“None of us are good networkers,” Hopper says. “I had two tapes with me. I gave one to someone’s dad and the other to these two guys. After that, we started selling out shows over here, which is really kind of miraculous.” Magnapop owes the title of its latest album to a Dutch journalist who stumbled over his own words. “We were in Holland doing an interview, and the journalist was trying to say that the band has come full circle, like how we say in America, but he couldn’t find the right words, and kept mistranslating it,” Morris says. “He said, ‘Ah yes, so the circle is round!’ And Linda said, ‘Well yes, the circle is round.’ We all kept laughing about it, and then we ended up using it for the name of the record.” Joking aside, Magnapop has come full circle on its journey from a fledgling indierock band in Atlanta’s Cabbagetown scene of the early ’90s to a power-pop outfit with an international legacy. The Circle Is Round conceptually and literally distills the heavy guitar tones, yearning rhythms and pop songwriting that span the group’s lifetime. Its founding members, singer Hopper and guitarist Morris, have reunited with their original rhythm section of bass player Shannon Mulvaney and drummer David McNair. New songs, such as the latest single, “Dog on the Door,” and the album’s most sentimental rocker,

good. “You will never see Magnapop ever again when it is anything but Linda, Ruthie, Shannon and David,” Morris says. In conversation, the chemistry between Morris and Hopper is seamless. “All the dumb stuff that gets in the way with a lot of bands, like personalities and stuff like that, doesn’t come into play with us anymore,” says Hopper. “We know how to anticipate each other. Also, we’re all better musicians now. We’ve been playing music for all of these years, and that collective experience has really settled into place as we bring ourselves back together to play these songs.” As such, The Circle Is Round carries Magnapop’s signature balance of shambolic rock and nuanced songwriting, reigniting the yearning drive of the group’s self-titled debut or 1994’s Hotboxing. Some of the album’s songs were written long ago, though most are new. Taken as a whole, the record gives a picture of Magnapop’s identity—past, present and future. f

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R.E.M. Share Unreleased Single PLUS, MORE MUSIC NEWS AND GOSSIP By Gordon Lamb threatsandpromises@flagpole.com 25.0443° N, 77.3504° W RAIN (I’M SORRY): Earlier this month, R.E.M. let loose a previously unreleased song that was originally slated to appear on the group’s 2001 album Reveal. It’s a deceptively simple-sounding song named “Fascinating” that actually has a very complex arrangement and, in any case, is a treat to hear after all this time. It is being made available now in order to raise funds for Bahamian relief from the devastation of Hurricane Dorian. While you may stream it for free, a download costs a minimum of $2. The band recorded the track at the famed Compass Point Studios in the KAPEKSAS / WIKIMEDIA COMMONS

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Bahamian capital of Nassau. Significantly— at least from a music history perspective— this was among the recordings done during the final decade of the Chris Blackwellfounded studio, which closed in 2010. Funds raised will go to global relief organization Mercy Corps. To buy your download, see remhq.bandcamp.com. To learn more about the history of Compass Point Studios, see compasspointstudios.com. SING OUT LOUD, SING OUT STRONG: The new Dead Neighbors album is named Without, and it was released last week. It was produced by Terence Chiyezan (aka Murk Daddy Flex), and, compositionally speaking, it’s a step above previous releases, but it’s not like this is a whole new sound at all. If you were able to hang with the band’s distinctive, legitimately emotional tunes before, chances are good you’ll dig this one a lot. The level of detail is kind of astounding, especially the arrangements of tracks like “Nu Ew.” For the old folks in the back, you’ll hear threads of everything from Polvo to Sunny Day Real Estate. For those who couldn’t care less about a dumb history lesson, you’ll hear a well edited and executed collection of eight songs that operate inside the rock and roll framework but punch the sides pretty hard. Highlights are highlights, indeed, and include the hyper tuneful (with seriously nice vocals) “Sunless,” the inadvertently rollicking “Lack Thereof” and the every-pun-intended “Withoutro.” Grab this at deadneighbors.bandcamp.com.

PLEASANT VALLEY SUNDAY: Jason Bronson (Delorean Gray) is splitting the time-space continuum with his new project, Sibylline Lover. He’s planning on releasing a fulllength album next year, but he’s got two songs available now. To record these selfpenned tunes, he enlisted the help of a bunch of old classmates, as well as his Delorean Gray bandmates, Jacob Chisenhall and Freeman Leverett. Somehow, these tracks—“Clarissa” and “Winter Isolation”— capture the spirit and style of Burt Bacharach, Carole King, Lee Hazelwood, Harpers Bizarre and others without falling into rote mimicry. They’re really cool pieces of timeless and crafted pop music. I’m kind of ready for this whole album to be out now. Listen in at sibyllinelover. bandcamp.com. SEVEN IS AS SEVEN DOES: Songwriter Greg Meredith, who was a finalist for this year’s Vic Chesnutt Songwriter of the Year Award, will release his new EP, simply titled Greg, this week. At seven tracks, it’s a bit longer than a traditional EP. I’d never heard of Meredith until the Chesnutt Award season was well underway and hadn’t heard anything from him since. Meredith’s songwriting is very big and very much along the lines of Snow Patrol, Imagine Dragons, et al. It’s earnest to a fault, with nary a mysterious lyric to be found. It’s as close to a wide-open confessional of musical self-healing as one is likely to find, especially in Athens. That said, there’s a sameness about these tracks that makes me redouble my criticism that the thing is too long. It’s a lot to get through. From a professional standpoint, several of these could be big hits by the right artist, and Meredith could take home huge bucks and awards as the writer. You can find this on Spotify beginning Sept. 27, and keep up with Meredith at facebook. com/gregmeredithmusic. STRUM ’N’ SANG: The Piedmont Songwriters Society will host its September meeting Thursday, Sept. 26 from 6–8 p.m. at its Athens campus (595 Prince Ave.). The society is an initiative by Piedmont College faculty to get people involved in songwriting and songcraft. These meet-ups are designed for people of all ages, skill level and musical background. At these meetings, attendees are invited to share songwriting styles, techniques, etc. One caveat, though: I don’t have any actual idea what room this is held in, so if you’re interested, drop a line to these fine folks via facebook.com/Piedmont SongwritersSociety. f

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RETRO: Entire classes of UGA students have little one, too, and the waiter will collect a come and gone since Ernie Battinelli had a slip from each patron at the table. If you’re restaurant, although if they’re on the footgetting a salad, you can use one to specify ball team, they’ve probably had his catering. your dressing and any special instructions. If you were around in Athens in the midThere are loads of bread choices—honey 1990s, though, the food at Uncle Ernie’s wheat, pumpernickel, marble rye, sourPub ’n’ Grub (235 W. Washington St., 706- dough, different kinds of rolls, croissants, 850-8990) is like Proust’s madeleines. One bite of the potato salad, and you’ll experience a host of memories, a glimpse of your former self. That is not to say it is the best potato salad in town, but it is perhaps the most evocative. Uncle Ernie’s isn’t actually run by Ernie Battinelli, although he’s on hand to serve as a guiding influence to his son Daniel, who is the owner of the restaurant. Unlike the original Clayton Street Deli—the first Battinelli joint in Athens—Uncle Ernie’s has a full bar. It also has more TVs per square foot than probably any other restaurant in Athens, which means a lot of sports, which means it is a thoroughly dudely restaurant. If you are a woman who is conscious of such things and you glance around, you will feel quite outnumbered. The sandwiches that make up the majority of the menu are just as much a trip back in time, which does not mean that they’re dated. Uncle Ernie’s Pub ’n’ Grub Rather, they are classics. The ordering system is surprisingly complex, with a large, laminated, two-sided tortillas flavored or unflavored and even menu that has tons of options but also gluten-free, which wasn’t an option back small slips of paper with which to complete in the day—but they all still tend to arrive your order, so that you may customize your untoasted, which means the enormous sandwich thoroughly. The big menu doesn’t sandwiches often fall apart. No matter. You give you all the choices (types of bread, can eat your massive egg salad sammich spreads, sandwich fixins), so you need the with a fork if you need to.

You might think you want to put the most ingredients possible on a sandwich, but the simpler choices, egg salad included, tend to be a little more successful. Take, for example, the meatball sub, which does not need lettuce, tomato, et al. and is better for it. These are fundamentally New York deli sandwiches, which means that a bunch of meat is the centerpiece, as in the Barrister, a combo of pastrami and corned beef that resides in the “specialty sandwiches” section of the menu, alongside Scholar, MBA, Undergrad, PhD and “Italian Sub.” Uncle Ernie’s also has burgers (Not bad! Feel free to add a fried egg on top), Nathan’s hot dogs, quesadillas, a bunch of wraps, liverwurst, chicken parm, a black bean

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burger, an eggplant sandwich and a number of giant salads, many of which also feature sliced meats. Sides include fries (regular, crinkle-cut, sweet potato), tots, onion rings, the aforementioned potato salad and more. Wings are available in the evenings. The kitchen is not generally speedy, but the

atmosphere is pleasant. Uncle Ernie’s is open 11 a.m.–11 p.m. daily. ROAD TRIP: Is four hours too far to drive for just barbecue? Lexington, NC, is famous far and wide for Lexington Barbecue (100 Smokehouse Lane, 336-249-9814), which is absolutely worth a trip. Known as Honeymonk or The Monk to locals, the place is big and right off the highway. It doesn’t traffic in sawdust on the floor or cutesy pig signs. What it does have is vintage high chairs, three-cent bubble gum by the cash register, Cheerwine and excellent barbecue. Lexington/Piedmont-style rather than Eastern North Carolina-style, the ’cue features a sauce that includes ketchup and a ton of pepper, with just the tiniest kiss of sweet alongside pure vinegar and cayenne. I am not a sauce person. I bought a bottle of this sauce. The meat (pork, of course) comes sliced or chopped, either more finely or less finely, depending on what you order. If you get the coarse-chopped, you’ll have 1-to-2-inch hunks. The slaw incorporates the sauce, which means it’s red, not mayonnaisey, and although Lexington Barbecue will bring you rolls if you want them, you are advised to get the hush puppies as your bread, because they are excellent. There’s also fried fish, fried shrimp, hamburger steak, fried chicken, burgers, hot dogs, sandwiches with smoked turkey or pork skins, kids meals and various kinds of pie. I’m sure much of it is good, too. For being a storied type of place, the prices are darn good, going up no higher than $11.70 for a “plate,” which comes with fries, slaw and bread, as opposed to a “tray,” which doesn’t include fries but sometimes includes more meat than a plate, depending. It is absolutely worth a side trip if you’re in the area and is open 10 a.m.–9:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday, closed Sundays and the week of July 4. f

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Gallery at Indigo · 6–8 p.m. · FREE! Bringing the joyful abandon of summertime bliss into the fall season, “FUN” is a new group exhibition that focuses on the lighter, more leisurely side of things. Brittainy Lauback’s photographs capture the pleasure of pools and fairgrounds, while Kim Truesdale’s found objects inspire nostalgia and amusement. Marla Star’s drawings and Jolene O’Brien’s decorated vinyl both draw viewers closer with their meticulous dots. The show also includes collage by Hannah Betzel, embroidery by Katherine Miele and painting by Neil Hancock. The opening reception coincides with a percentage night that benefits the Wild Rumpus and features a live DJ on the patio. [Jessica Smith]

Georgia Theatre · 8 p.m. · $20 From Athens, OH, lead vocalist Taylor Meier fronts CAAMP with a husky warmth that sends musical embers flying and transports the listener to someplace both far off and familiar. With Meier’s childhood friend Evan Westfall on banjo, the band’s easygoing folk sound is a breath of fresh wintry air. The duo added a third member on bass, Matt Vinson, who can be heard on their latest album released in July, By and By. Intimate yet boundless, the band scintillates with certainty, crackles with positivity and provides audiences with timeless stories played on worn-in strings. Also from this alternate Athens, Crooked Spines blends dream-pop melodies with folk tradition against a steady beat. [Lily Guthrie]

Flicker Theatre & Bar · 7 p.m. · $25 Ken Stringfellow is a singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, arranger and producer best known for his work with The Posies, R.E.M. and Memphis power-pop legends Big Star. A rare, intimate solo appearance at Flicker on Saturday will surely be a delight for the senses. “I plan to perform my 2001 solo album, Touched, and then branch out from there,” says Stringfellow. “I can go in a number of directions, and my shows are free-form, as it’s just me. I switch between piano and guitar. The music is quiet, but it leaves space for my voice to get very intense—whisper to a scream kinda thing.” Stringfellow will be joined by singer Karen Allen, who will back him and play her own originals. [Kenny Aguar]

Ciné · 7:30 & 9:30 p.m. · $14 Celebrating its 15th anniversary, the Found Footage Festival is the eccentric culmination of years spent searching through dusty thrift stores and estate sales in a quest for the best of unintentionally funny videos. Co-hosts and childhood friends Nick Prueher, a former staffer at “The Colbert Report,” and Joe Pickett, a contributing writer for The Onion, supplement their touring showcase with live commentary. In addition to weird blasts from the past, the ninth installment includes courtroom footage from when Pickett and Prueher faced a federal lawsuit after pranking their way onto a small Midwestern local news station using the fictitious strongman duo Chop and Steele. [JS]

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Tuesday 24 ART: Tour at Two (Richard B. Russell Building Special Collections Libraries) A spotlight tour of exhibits from the Walter J. Brown Media Archives, Peabody Awards Collection, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, and the Richard B. Russell Library for Political Research and Studies. Guides will highlight some favorite items and provide overview information about the Special Collections building. 2 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org CLASSES: Ballroom Styling & Technique (Ballroom Arts Dance Studio, 2 S. Main St., Watkinsville) Improve your dancing appearance by studying proper arm styling, weight

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movement, expression and more. 7 p.m. $15. www.ballroom-arts.com CLASSES: Latin Rhythm Styling & Technique (Ballroom Arts Dance Studio, 2 S. Main St., Watkinsville) Improve your dancing appearance by studying proper arm styling, weight movement, expression and more. This course will focus on Latin walks, leg action and contra body movements. 7:45 p.m. $15. www. ballroom-arts.com COMEDY: Decaf Comedy Open Mic (Hendershot’s Coffee Bar) Hear comics from Athens and Atlanta. Newcomers welcome. Email to perform. 8:30 p.m. FREE! efj32330@ gmail.com, www.hendershotscoffee. com EVENTS: Percentage Night (Heirloom Cafe and Fresh Market)

A portion of tonight’s proceeds will benefit the Adam Cramond and Martin Travel Award. 6 p.m. 706354-7901, www.heirloomathens.com EVENTS: Downtown Culinary Showcase (Athens City Hall) Discover a variety of vendors selling everything from sweets, jewelry, Jamaican food, flavored vinegar, loose leaf teas, vegan cupcakes and more. A portion of proceeds help support the Culinary Kitchen of Athens, a shared commercial kitchen to help small local businesses. Every Tuesday. 4–7 p.m. www.culinarykitchenofathens.com EVENTS: Envision Athens One Year Celebration (Athens Community Career Academy) Come out and and celebrate the progress that has been made toward achieving

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community-based goals and outline the next steps to be taken. The Good Neighbor Award will also be given to recognize important members of the ACC community. RSVP to attend. 5 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ envisionathens EVENTS: Fall Wreath-Making (Bogart Library) Make a gorgeous autumn wreath. Materials provided. Registration required. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart EVENTS: Kate Arnold Wines (Heirloom Cafe and Fresh Market) Jean and Kate Arnold present the newest Kate Arnold Wines. Call to reserve your spot. 8 p.m. 706-3547901, heirloomathens.com FILM: Bad Movie Night (Ciné) An ancient warlord sends a leather-clad blonde to track down his severed

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hand that will give him ultimate power in The Master Demon. 8:30 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ badmovienight FILM: Documentary Screening: LIKE (Athens Academy, Bertlesmann Presentation Hall) This Indieflix documentary explores the effects of technology and social media on the brain, our lives and civilization, and how we can navigate it more safely. 7 p.m. FREE! 706-433-2455, www. athensacademy.org GAMES: Trivia (Starland Pizzeria and Pub) Test your trivia knowledge. 8 p.m. FREE! 706-613-8773 GAMES: Trivia (Hi-Lo Lounge) General trivia hosted by Jacob and Wes. 8:30 p.m. FREE! 706-850-8561 GAMES: Johnny’s Trivia (Johnny’s New York Style Pizza) Classic City

Trivia hosts Terrapin-sponsored trivia. Win house cash and prizes. 8 p.m. FREE! 706-354-1515 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 GAMES: Full Contact Trivia (Blind Pig Tavern, 2301 College Station Road) Every Tuesday. 8:30 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/blindpigtavern GAMES: Trivia (The Office Sports Bar and Grill) Play to win. Every Tuesday. 8 p.m. FREE! 706-521-5898 k continued on next page

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THE CALENDAR! KIDSTUFF: D&D Club (ACC Library) Dungeons and Dragons for all experience levels. 4 p.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/athens

Wednesday 25 CLASSES: Curds & Grapes (J’s Bottle Shop) Participants will explore different wine styles and dive into the do’s and don’ts of wine-and-cheese pairings. (Cheeses will be provided by Half Shepard. 6:30–8 p.m. $25. wine.jsbottleshop@gmail.com EVENTS: Athens Pride Cocktail Hour (Hotel Indigo) Join Athens Pride for a night of gay trivial with cocktails and mocktails. See Story on p. 13. 5–7 p.m. www.athenspride.org EVENTS: Coffee with a Candidate (Hendershot’s Coffee Bar) Meet Clyde Elrod, who is running for Congress. 6 p.m. FREE! www.hendershotscoffee.com EVENTS: 17th Annual Founders Award Scholarship Luncheon (UGA Tate Student Center, Grand Hall) Mary Frances Early, the first African American to graduate from UGA, will speak at UGA’s Black Faculty and Staff Organization’s luncheon. Proceeds benefit a student scholarship program. 12–1:30 p.m. $55 (individual), $500 (sponsor table). dlstrong@uga.edu EVENTS: Athens Farmers Market (Creature Comforts Brewery) Vendors offer local and sustainable produce, meats, eggs, dairy, baked goods, prepared foods, live music 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: Athens Rising 2: Transmittance (Ciné) Learn about the real, ongoing work that Athens organizations are engaged in to build a community through the arts. Subjects include Avid Bookshop, ATHICA, Canopy Studio, Condor Chocolates, Nuci’s Space and many more. Sept. 20, 21, 23 & 25, 7:15 p.m. Sept. 22, 2 p.m. Sept. 25, 9:20 p.m. www.athenscine.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. 5–7 p.m. FREE! www.sobrewco.com GAMES: Cornhole Tournament (Saucehouse Barbeque) Gather a team and compete. 8 p.m. www. saucehouse.com GAMES: Dirty South Trivia (Mellow Mushroom) Dirty South Trivia offers house cash prizes. 8 p.m. FREE! 706-613-0892 GAMES: Nerd Trivia (Grindhouse Killer Burgers) Every Wednesday. Prizes and house cash. 8 p.m. FREE! www.grindhouseburgers.com GAMES: Trivia (Blind Pig Tavern, 2440 W. Broad St.) Compete for prizes. 8 p.m. FREE! www.fullcontacttrivia.wordpress.com 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 KIDSTUFF: Art Cart (After Class) (Georgia Museum of Art) Enjoy “choose your own adventure”-style gallery activities, art projects and games that explore a different gallery each month. This month, participants will explore the Impressionism galleries. 3–4:30 p.m. FREE! www. georgiamuseum.org

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KIDSTUFF: Read Aloud (Madison County Library, Danielsville) Children’s Specialist Carley Stewart will read aloud from a book while participants complete a related activity. Ages 6 & up. 4:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/madison KIDSTUFF: Storytime at the Library (Oconee County Library) Preschool-aged children and their caregivers are invited to enjoy storytime, songs, and crafts. 10 a.m. & 11 a.m. 706-769-3950, www. athenslibrary.org/oconee KIDSTUFF: Wonderful Wednesday: The Art of It All (Bogart Library) This new program for school-aged children will engage kids 4 and up in art, based on a theme from a story. 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. & 4–5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart MEETINGS: ACC District 5 Townhall (ACC Library, Room A) Commissioner Tim Denson hosts a District 5 Townhall discussing the ACC Animal Control Department. Staff will be present to discuss plans, hear concerns and answer questions. 6:30 p.m. FREE! www. timdensonforathens.com

Thursday 26 ART: Student Night (Georgia Museum of Art) Join the Student Association of the Georgia Museum of Art for a night of food and fun to celebrate the latest exhibitions. 6:30–8:30 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org ART: Retro Glow: Student Night (Georgia Museum of Art) Attendants will be able to create their own distinct work of art inspired by color, form and light. Refreshments and prizes will be provided. 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org ART: FUN Exhibit Opening Reception (Gallery @ Hotel Indigo–Athens) The opening reception for “FUN,” an exhibit dedicated to summertime fun and featuring works by artists like Marla Star, Kim Truesdale, Brittainy Lauback and more. Enjoy an evening of specialty drinks on the patio and music spun by a DJ. A percentage of proceeds will benefit The Wild Rumpus. See Calendar Pick on p. 19. 6 p.m. FREE! www.indigoathens.com CLASSES: Discovering Wines of Spain (J’s Bottle Shop) Take an introductory tour of Spain’s historic wines and regions, and enjoy tasting and discussing new winegrowing trends shaking up the Iberian landscape. 6:30–8 p.m. $25. wine. jsbottleshop@gmail.com CLASSES: Social Dance Group (Ballroom Arts Dance Studio, 2 S. Main St., Watkinsville) Learn the fundamentals of salsa, bachata, merengue, West Coast Swing, shag, hustle and two-step. 7 p.m. $15. www.ballroom-arts.com CLASSES: Intro to Microsoft Word (Bogart Library) Learn the basics of using Microsoft Word, including formatting options such as fonts, margins, cutting and pasting, and spellcheck. Registration required. 4 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/ bogart EVENTS: KnitLits (Bogart Library) Knitters of all levels are invited to have fun, share ideas and knit. Beginning knitters are encouraged to attend. Ages 16 & up. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart EVENTS: Athens Science Café (Little Kings Shuffle Club) Learn about scientific advances towards a world without Malaria from Dr. David Petersen of the UGA Center

for Tropical and Emerging Global Diseases. 7 p.m. FREE! athenssciencecafe.com EVENTS: Fix Your Own Bike (BikeAthens, 1075 W. Broad St.) Get help fixing your bike from experts so you’re safe to ride. 6–8:30 p.m. $10 (suggested). www.bikeathens.org EVENTS: NATO 70th Anniversary Celebration (Hirsch Hall, Classroom A) The University of Georgia School of Law will commemorate NATO’s 70th anniversary with a lecture delivered by Steven Hill, NATO’s Office of Legal Affairs director. 12 p.m. FREE! www.law. uga.edu FILM: The Wishing Ring (Ciné) A screening of the 1914 film The Wishing Ring accompanied by Mauro Ronca performing an original piano score. Expect a reception with refreshments, a film introduction by Richard Neuper, and closing discussion lead by Tom Kenyon, a personal friend of the film’s star, Vivian Martin. This event will benefit the Ciné Independence Fund. 5:15 p.m. $30. www.athenscine.com FILM: Japanese Superhero Double Feature (Flicker Theatre & Bar) Sonny Chiba meets a skullheaded hero in Golden Bat, and a ninja transforms into a lion man in Gallant Hero Lion-Maru. 7 p.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreandbar.com GAMES: Trivia Night (Terrapin Beer Co.) Hosted by Shelton Sellers from Classic City Trivia every Thursday. 5:30–7:30 p.m. www.terrapinbeer. com GAMES: Music Trivia (Saucehouse Barbeque) Meet at the bar for a round of trivia. 8 p.m. FREE! www. facebook.com/saucehousebbq GAMES: Johnny’s Trivia (Johnny’s New York Style Pizza) Classic City Trivia hosts Terrapin-sponsored trivia. Win house cash and prizes. 8 p.m. FREE! 706-354-1515 KIDSTUFF: Lego Club (Madison County Library, Danielsville) Create Lego art and enjoy Lego-based games. Blocks provided. For ages 8 and up. 4:30 p.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/madison KIDSTUFF: Infant Storytime (Oconee County Library) Stories, songs, nursery rhymes, bouncing and cuddling. 0-24 months. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/ oconee KIDSTUFF: Pajama Story Time (Madison County Library, Danielsville) Come out for bedtime stories, songs, and a light snack in the children’s area. Ages birth to 0–7 years. 7 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/madison KIDSTUFF: Homework Help (Madison County Library, Danielsville) Kids in kindergarten through fifth grade are invited to bring their homework questions and receive instruction from a retired elementary school teacher. 3–5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/ madison KIDSTUFF: First Steps in Music Class for Preschoolers (ACC Library) A seven week course helping develop young musical minds with songs, stories, games and dancing. 10 a.m. www.athenslibrary. org/athens KIDSTUFF: Teen Studio: “Color, Light, and Form” (Georgia Museum of Art) Teens ages 13–18 are invited to discover works of art that celebrate minimalism with bold shapes and vibrant colors. After, participants will create their own distinct work of art inspired by color, form and light. 5:30 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org LECTURES & LIT: Living With Coyotes (Miller Learning Center, Room 248) Learn about the rise of coyote activity in metropolitan

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areas and strategies for avoiding human-coyote conflict from wildlife ecologist Dr. Chris Mowry. 7 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/sustainable.uga LECTURES & LIT: Meet the Author (Avid Bookshop, Prince Ave.) Avid presents author Lillah Lawson and her book, Monarchs Under the Sassafras Tree, a story of family, unconditional love, poverty, injustice and finding the strength inside to keep on going when all is lost. 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.avidbookshop.com LECTURES & LIT: Inclusive Book Club (Madison County Library, Danielsville) A facilitated book club for adults of all abilities. Members will be reading out loud and discussing Because of Winn Dixie by Kate DiCamillo. 1 p.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/madison MEETINGS: Piedmont Songwriters Society (Piedmont College) Share or learn songwriting styles, ideas and influences at a monthly meeting. Each participant can share a song or idea for feedback. See Threats & Promises on p. 17. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www.facebook. com/piedmontsongwriterssociety MEETINGS: ACC Democratic Committee Meeting (ACC Library) Join local Democrats and members of your local Democratic Committee for a monthly meeting. 6-8 p.m. FREE! www.clarkedemocrat. com PERFORMANCE: UGA Symphony Orchestra (Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall) A performance celebrating nationalism in music from around the world. Expect to hear works like Samuel Barber’s Adagio for Strings, Aaron Copland’s Appalachian Spring Suite, Antonín Dvořák’s Symphony No. 7, and more. 7:30 p.m. $3–12. pac.uga.edu THEATER: Blues for an Alabama Sky (Morton Theatre) Set in 1930s Harlem, New York, Blues for an Alabama Sky is a play that brings together a rich cast of characters to reflect current issues like social justice activism, abortion and politics through its characters’ overlapping personalities. Sept. 26–27, 8 p.m. $10-15. 706-613-3770, judy.johnston@accgov.com

Friday 27 EVENTS: 2019 Senior Resource Expo (VFW) Join Athens Family Medicine as they bring organizations that support seniors under one roof. Expect a fun-filled, informative day where attendees leave with new connections and valuable experiences. 10 a.m.–1 p.m. FREE! 706-353-7648 EVENTS: Classic City Block Party (College Avenue & Broad Street) United Group of Artists presents a party with live music, vendors, food and more. 5 p.m. www.ugalive.com EVENTS: Funeral Stories Live (40 Watt Club) Watch and listen to a live recording of the local podcast Funeral Stories. The evening includes performances by The Kourtesans and a dance party with DJ Booty Boyz. See Story on p. 11. 9 p.m. $8. www.40watt.com EVENTS: Glow in the Dark Yoga (Fuel Hot Yoga) Jolin Conine and Jeanne Heaton host a special class benefiting One Posture at a Time. There will be a photo booth, plenty of glow gear, and DJ LaDarius will spin the music! 7 p.m. $20. www. fuelhotyoga.com EVENTS: Hops for Haiti (Southern Brewing Company) A fundraiser benefitting Bethlehem Ministry, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering Haitians living in poverty through education, healthcare and eco-

nomic opportunity. 4–9 p.m. www. sobrewco.com EVENTS: Mx. Athens Pride Pageant (Graduate Athens, Ballroom) The first ever Mx. Athens Pride Pageant will feature contestants competing on the catwalk. See Story on p. 13. 8 p.m. $5, $20 (to compete). www.athenspride.org FILM: Movies on Tap (Southern Brewing Company) Join the brewery for a movie every Friday night. 9 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ thesouthernbrewingcompany KIDSTUFF: Pagemasters (Oconee County Library) Discuss books and their movie adaptations. 4 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee LECTURES & LIT: Book Talk (Miller Learning Center, Sidney Samuel Thomas Reading Room) Celebrate the release of author Michael Winship’s latest book, Hot Protestants: A History of Puritanism in England and America, which sheds new light on Puritans whose impacts were far-reaching. 4 p.m. FREE! www.history.uga.edu LECTURES & LIT: Meet the Author (Avid Bookshop, Prince Ave.) Meet Dana Wildsmith, author of One Light. Purchase a copy of the book and get it signed by the author. 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.avidbookshop.com PERFORMANCE: Improv Athens (Miller Learning Center, Room 214) Improv Athens presents a night of comedy and improv. THEATER: Blues for an Alabama Sky (Morton Theatre) See Thursday listing for full description. Sept. 26–27, 8 p.m. $10-15. 706-6133770, judy.johnston@accgov.com

Saturday 28 ART: Fall Sale (R. Wood Studio) Shop new handmade pottery, discounted seconds and one-of-a-kind items. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. www.rwoodstudio.com CLASSES: Beginnings for Beginners: Baby Steps to the Family Tree (Bogart Library) Interested in your ancestry, but no idea where to start? Come out for an introductory look into researching genealogy with the Bogart Historical Society. 11 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart CLASSES: West Coast Swing Dance Class (Dancefx) Work on techniques and turns. 1 p.m. (basics), 2 p.m. (intermediate). $5–8. www.dancefx.org EVENTS: Wizard Pub Crawl (The Rook and Pawn) Wizards, witches and Potterheads alike materialize in downtown Athens for a house competition, themed drinks, photo ops, and live music at five bars. 4 p.m. $20–30. www.athenspubcrawls.com EVENTS: John Q. Williams for Sheriff Announcement Event (Hilton Garden Inn) ACCPD Sgt. John Q. Williams has announced his campaign for Sheriff of AthensClarke County. The announcement speech will be followed by a meetand-greet with light refreshments. 3 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ johnq4sheriff EVENTS: Athens Farmers Market (Bishop Park) The market hosts around 45 vendors, children’s activities and cooking demos. All produce is grown locally, sustainably and by those who are selling it. Live music by Rachel O’Neal (8 a.m.) and Alex Culbreth (10 a.m.). 8 a.m.-12 p.m. FREE! www.athensfarmersmarket.net EVENTS: Athens Recovery Fest (Southeast Clarke Park) A safe space for people in recovery from substance use and mental health issues to celebrate their recovery with friends and family. Come out and enjoy free food, live music, face

painting and games for kids. 3–7 p.m. FREE! www.athensrecoveryfest. org EVENTS: Banned Books Festival (Madison County Library, Danielsville) Celebrate Banned Books Week and the freedom to read! Crafts, giveaways, and a talk about censorship and freedom of speech from guest speaker Jonathan Peters of the University of Georgia College of Journalism. 2 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/madison EVENTS: Basketball Tournament (East Athens Community Gym) Learn about a new mentor program during a fundraising event hosted by Tony B. The event includes a threeon-three basketball tournament with prizes. 2 p.m. mcreightney1990@ gmail.com EVENTS: Beetlejuice Paint & Trivia Night! (ARTini’s Art Lounge) Test your Beetlejuice knowledge while you paint. Sign up required. 7 p.m. $35. www.artinisartlounge.com EVENTS: Blue & Gold Run for the Dawgs 5K (UGA Golf Course) Vendors will be available, prizes will be given to the top finishers in each age group, and grand prizes will be given to top male and female finishers. All proceeds from the race will go to benefit both UGA Collegiate FFA Alumni and Supporters and the Georgia FFA Foundation. 6:30 a.m. (registration), 8 a.m. (race). FREE! 706-889-6156, sgl09709@uga.edu EVENTS: Deerlick Astronomy Village Fall Open House (Deerlick Astronomy Village, Aaron Grier Rd. SE) Enjoy the new moon weekend with family fun and plenty of views into the (night) sky! 5–11 p.m. FREE! www.deerlickgroup.com EVENTS: Above Athens Balloon Festival (Sandy Creek Park) Festivities include tethered balloon rides, food trucks, free children’s activities, a beer garden, and a business expo presented by the Athens West Business Group. Bulldog 93.3 will also host a live broadcast during the event. See Story on p. 13. 3–8:30 p.m. $5–10 (cash only). www.accgov.com/balloon EVENTS: Volunteer Day at Camp Rutledge (Hard Labor Creek State Park) Enjoy a day of work, company, and spooky stories near Hard Labor Creek. Volunteers will receive a free parking pass for the day. 9 a.m.—12 p.m. www.gastateparks.org/hardlaborcreek EVENTS: LatinxFest (Downtown Athens, Washington St.) The 10th annual LatinxFest will include live music, dance performances, authentic food, kids activities and more. See Story on p. 13. 12–8 p.m. FREE! www.latinxfestath.com EVENTS: Henderson Avenue Historic District Walking Tour (Athens-Clarke Heritage Foundation, Firehall #2, Register for Meeting Address) The neighborhood is part of the original 633-acre tract purchased by John Milledge in 1801. House styles include Folk Victorian, Queen Anne and Craftsman. 10 a.m. $12 (members), $15. www.historicathens.com/heritagewalks FILM: Athens in Our Lifetimes (ACC Library) This documentary film, directed by longtime Athens residents Kathy Prescott and Grady Thrasher, examines the evolution of the personality of Athens as a community over the past six decades, as experienced and told by 90 Athenians from differing viewpoints. 2:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary. org/athens FILM: Found Footage Festival (Ciné) Nick Prueher (”The Colbert Report”) and Joe Pickett (The Onion) showcase odd and hilarious videos salvaged from thrift stores across America. See Calendar Pick on p.

19. 7:30 p.m. & 9:30 p.m. $14. www.foundfootagefest.com LECTURES & LIT: Hargrett Writers Circle (UGA Special Collections Library, Room 321) A safe haven for writers to share and discuss their work (any genre) and all aspects of the writing process. 2–4:30 p.m. FREE! artzar@gmail.com LECTURES & LIT: Genealogy Research Trip Planning (ACC Library, Meeting Room A) Donna Weathers speaks on how to get the most out of a visit to your old home town. 1 p.m. FREE! athenslibrary.org OUTDOORS: Vulture Festival (ACC Landfill) Join the ACC Recycling Division, Bear Hollow Wildlife Trail and the Oconee Rivers Audobon Society as they celebrate nature’s clean-up crew, the vultures! Activities include a photo booth, a scavenger hunt, a guided bird walk and more. See Story on p. 12. 8 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! 706-613-3512, www.athensclarkecounty.com/recycling PERFORMANCE: Small Box Series: Where the Heart Is (Nimbl, 160 Winston Dr.) Music, poetry, movement and more on a 4’x4’ stage. Tonight features work by Aesia Cade-Brown, Brent Temple, Timera Temple, Joe Leone, Mara Bastow, Ari Bastow, Rebecca Gose and Lisa Yaconelli. 8 p.m. $10. www. smallboxseries.bigcartel.com PERFORMANCE: The Kourtesans Pride Extravaganza (Caledonia Lounge) Celebrate Athens PRIDE weekend with performances by Karmella Macchiato, Alex Suarez, Cola Fizz, Semaj Onyx-Coxring, Miss He and many more drag performers. 9:30 p.m. $3. www. caledonialounge.com PERFORMANCE: An Evening with Sutton Foster (Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall) UGA Presents is bringing two-time Tony Award winner Sutton Foster to Athens. The Georgia native and former Athens resident will perform music from Broadway and the American Songbook. 7:30 p.m. $10 (w/student ID), $55. 706542-4400, www.pac.uga.edu

Sunday 29 ART: Georgia Artists with DisAbilities Reception (Madison County Library, Danielsville) In partnership with the Pilot Club of Madison County, the Madison County Libray presents a reception for the Georgia Artists with DisAbilities exhibit. Light refreshments will be provided. 3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/madison EVENTS: Athens Pride After Party (The Foundry) Close out Athens Pride week with more partying. 9 p.m. www.athenspride.org EVENTS: Athens PRIDE Festival (Washington Street between Hull & Pulaski Streets) The festival includes food trucks, street vendors, kids activities and a special performance by Divas Under the Lights, featuring Eureka O’Hara from “RuPaul’s Drag Race.” See story on p. 13. 2–9:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenspride.com EVENTS: East Side Eats (Athens YWCO) This community event features samples from Craft Public House, DePalma’s Eastside, Dominick’s, Lil’ Ice Cream Dude and many more. The event also includes a silent auction, cork pull and music. 5:30 p.m. $20–75. www.ywco.org EVENTS: Grand Opening Celebration (Gymnasia Athens) Learn about all of the gymnastics classes the new studio offers. 11 a.m.–6 p.m. FREE! EVENTS: One Posture at a Time Benefit Concert and Potluck (Georgia Theatre, Rooftop) Enjoy live music and a community potluck in

honor of National Recovery Month. Musicians Carrie Welling and Sarah Clanton of Nashville will perform. Proceeds benefit One Posture at a Time. 5–9 p.m. $10. www.fuelhotyoga.com EVENTS: Pride Ball: The Original Divas Under the Lights (Hendershot’s Coffee Bar) Celebrate Pride Week with hosts Kellie Divine and Lori Divine, plus performances by Diego Wolf, Athens Showgirl Cabaret, Effie’s Club Follies, Artivins Ravion Thorpe and more. 9 p.m. www.hendershotscoffee.com EVENTS: Reese Street Historic District Walking Tour (AthensClarke Heritage Foundation, Firehall #2, Register for Meeting Address) Community leader Marvin Nunnally will provide a tour of this significant

Registration required. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee EVENTS: Coffee and Conversation (Madison County Library, Danielsville) Enjoy coffee and chat with neighbors. This program is free and open to all ages and abilities. 10 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/madison EVENTS: Service Industry Night (Creature Comforts Brewery) A special event to show appreciation for service industry workers. This month features comedy from Krakin Jokes, food and a video game trailer. 5–10 p.m. FREE! www.creaturecomfortsbeer.com GAMES: Geeks Who Drink Trivia (Highwire Lounge) Test your general knowledge for prizes. 8–10 p.m. FREE! www.highwirelounge.com

scenes on the spot and compete for the coveted screaming chicken. Every Monday upstairs. 9 p.m. FREE! www.krakinjokes.com

Tuesday 1 ART: Lunchtime Gallery Talk (Lamar Dodd School of Art) Dodd MFA candidate Alex McClay will discuss her exhibition “Turbulent Femme || toward a radical future.” See Art Notes on p. 14. 12 p.m. FREE! www.art.uga.edu ART: Gallery Lab: “Color, Form and Light” (Georgia Museum of Art) Callan Steinmann, curator of education, and Sage Kincaid, associate curator of education, lead an interactive gallery program featuring

Tuesday. 4–7 p.m. www.culinarykitchenofathens.com EVENTS: Preserving Global Heritage in Times of War and Conflict (UGA Chapel) The UGA College of Environment and Design presents Irina Bokova, former Director-General of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization, for a talk on preserving global cultures and their significant artifacts. 3:30 p.m. (reception), 5 p.m. (lecture). FREE! 706-542-8113, ced50@uga.edu GAMES: Trivia (The Office Sports Bar and Grill) Play to win. Every Tuesday. 8 p.m. FREE! 706-521-5898 GAMES: Full Contact Trivia (Blind Pig Tavern) See Tuesday listing for full description. 8:30 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/blindpigtavern

Two-time Tony Award winner and former Athenian Sutton Foster will perform music from Broadway and the American songbook at UGA’s Hodgson Hall on Saturday, Sept. 28 at 7:30 p.m. late-19th century urban neighborhood, which was home to a broad spectrum of Athens’ prominent black citizens. 2 p.m. $12 (members), $15. www.historicathens.com/ heritagewalks GAMES: Chess Club (Madison County Library, Danielsville) Ages 8 & up are invited to play. All experience levels welcome. 3 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/madison GAMES: Rockin’ Roll Bingo (Starland Pizzeria and Pub) Play to win. 9 p.m. FREE! 706-613-8773 GAMES: Trivia (Southern Brewing Company) General trivia hosted by Solo Entertainment. House prizes and discounted tabs. 5-7 p.m. FREE! www.sobrewco.com GAMES: Used Game Sidewalk Sale (The Rook and Pawn) Pick up a gently used game to take home. 12–5 p.m. www.therookandpawn. com KIDSTUFF: Pie Day (Sandy Creek Nature Center) Celebrate the center’s 46th year with homemade pies, exhibits, a silent auction, live music, and more! RSVP. 4–6 p.m. 706-6133615, www.sandycreeknaturecenterinc.org PERFORMANCE: Eine Kleine Kammermusik: Music of the German Baroque (St. Stephen’s Anglican Catholic Church, 800 Timothy Rd.) Enjoy a live music performance dedicated to German influence on the evolution of baroque music. 3 p.m. FREE! (donations accepted) 404-314-1891, www. amethystbaroque.com

Monday 30 ART: Adult Paint Night: Mini Mountains (Oconee County Library) All supplies provided.

GAMES: Rock and Roll Trivia (Little Kings Shuffle Club) Get a team together and show off your extensive music knowledge. Hosted by Jonathan Thompson. 9 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/lkshuffleclub GAMES: 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) Terrapin-sponsored trivia hosted by Shelton Sellers of Classic City Trivia. Win house cash and Terrapin prizes. 7 p.m. FREE! www.craftathens.com KIDSTUFF: Fine Motor Fun (Bogart Library) Drop in for a special program created just for little ones! Using everyday objects, kids will build their fine motor skills with fun and creativity. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart KIDSTUFF: Graphic Novel Book Club (Bogart Library) Join Ms. Molly for a teen book club featuring graphic novels. This month’s novel is All Summer Long by Hope Larson. 4:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart KIDSTUFF: Haunted House Volunteer Night (Oconee County Library) Work on props and set pieces for this year’s haunted house. Grades 6–12. 6 p.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/oconee 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 PERFORMANCE: Gorgeous George’s Improv League (The Globe) Local improvisors invent

in-depth looks, conversation and more. 2 p.m. FREE! www.georgiamuseum.org CLASSES: Latin Rhythm Styling & Technique (Ballroom Arts Dance Studio, 2 S. Main St., Watkinsville) Improve your dancing appearance by studying proper arm styling, weight movement, expression and more. This course will focus on Latin walks, leg action and contra body movements. 7:45 p.m. $15. www. ballroom-arts.com CLASSES: Ballroom Styling & Technique (Ballroom Arts Dance Studio, 2 S. Main St., Watkinsville) Improve your dancing appearance by studying proper arm styling, weight movement, expression and more. 7 p.m. $15. www.ballroom-arts.com COMEDY: Comedians + Scientists = Stand Up Science (Georgia Theatre) Stand-up comedian and science podcast host Shane Mauss presents Stand Up Science, a night of guest speakers and performers. 8 p.m. $20. www.georgiatheatre.com EVENTS: Tuesday Tour at 2 (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 in the rotunda on the second floor. 2 p.m. FREE! www.libs.uga.edu/scl EVENTS: Downtown Culinary Showcase (Athens City Hall) Discover a variety of vendors selling everything from sweets, jewelry, Jamaican food, flavored vinegar, loose leaf teas, vegan cupcakes and more. A portion of proceeds help support the Culinary Kitchen of Athens, a shared commercial kitchen to help small local businesses. Every

GAMES: Happy Hour Trivia (The Rook and Pawn) See Tuesday listing for full description. 6 p.m. FREE! www.therookandpawn.com GAMES: Johnny’s Trivia (Johnny’s New York Style Pizza) Classic City Trivia hosts Terrapin-sponsored trivia. Win house cash and prizes. 8 p.m. FREE! 706-354-1515 GAMES: Trivia (Starland Pizzeria and Pub) Test your trivia knowledge. 8 p.m. FREE! 706-613-8773 GAMES: Trivia (Hi-Lo Lounge) See Tuesday listing for full description. 8:30 p.m. FREE! 706-850-8561 KIDSTUFF: Toddler Tuesday: Light and Shadows (Georgia Museum of Art) A tour and storytime in the galleries will be followed by an art activity just for the little ones. Inspired by the installation “Rome in the Age of Caravaggio,” the program will explore the drama of light and shadows in paintings from the Baroque period. Ages 18 months to 3 years. 10 a.m. FREE! madison. hogan@uga.edu KIDSTUFF: Anime Club (Bogart Library) Meet other fans of anime and manga to discover books, art, shows, snacks and Japanese culture. Grades 6–12. 6 p.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/bogart KIDSTUFF: D&D Club (ACC Library) Dungeons and Dragons for all experience levels. 4 p.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/athens LECTURES & LIT: Meet the Author (STATE the Label) Avid Bookshop and STATE the Label present Elizabeth L. Cline for her book, The Conscious Closet. 6 p.m. FREE! www.avidbookshop.com LECTURES & LIT: Bogart Bookies Book Club (Bogart Library) Discuss There, There by Tommy Orange. 1–2 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary. org/bogart

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 of Music. 5:30 p.m. FREE! hotel. uga.edu

Wednesday 2 CLASSES: Beginner Ballroom (Dancefx) This month’s weekly ballroom classes cover the Foxtrot. No experience or partner required. 6:30 p.m. www.unstrictlyballroom.com EVENTS: Athens Farmers Market (Creature Comforts Brewery) See Wednesday listing for full description. 4–7 p.m. FREE! www.athensfarmersmarket.net EVENTS: Native Plant Sale Opening Reception (State Botanical Garden of Georgia) Experience exclusive access to a selection of over 150 plant species native to Georgia at the Mimsie Lanie Center for Native Plant Studies. The reception includes hors d’oeuvres and beverages. RSVP by Sept. 27. 5–7 p.m. $50, $75/couple. garden@uga.edu, botgarden.uga. edu GAMES: Trivia (Blind Pig Tavern) See Wednesday listing for full description. 8 p.m. FREE! www.fullcontacttrivia.wordpress.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. 5–7 p.m. FREE! www.sobrewco.com GAMES: Cornhole Tournament (Saucehouse Barbeque) Gather a team and compete. 8 p.m. www. saucehouse.com GAMES: Dirty South Trivia (Mellow Mushroom) See Wednesday listing for full description. 8 p.m. FREE! 706-613-0892 GAMES: Trivia (Willy’s Mexicana Grill) See Wednesday listing for full description. 6 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/willysmexicanaathens GAMES: Trivia (Craft Public House) See Wednesday listing for full description. 6:30 p.m. FREE! www. craftathens.com GAMES: Nerd Trivia (Grindhouse Killer Burgers) Every Wednesday. Prizes and house cash. 8 p.m. FREE! www.grindhouseburgers.com KIDSTUFF: Wonderful Wednesday: What’s the Story? (Bogart Library) A program to engage school-aged children in storytelling. Ages 4 & up. 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m. & 4–5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart KIDSTUFF: Mother Goose on the Loose (Bogart Library) This special storytime is designed to promote parental bonding and early learning in babies ages 0–24 months. Registration required. 10–11 a.m. FREE! 770-725-9443 www.athenslibrary.org/bogart LECTURES & LIT: A Conversation with Lidia Bastianich (UGA Chapel) The University of Georgia College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences presents “A Conversation with Lidia Bastianich: A Life of Love, Family and Food.” The Emmy-winning host of “Lidia’s Kitchen” on PBS will speak about her career crafting rustic Italian food and the connection between her food and the farm-to-table movement. 3 p.m. FREE! www.caes.uga.edu LECTURES & LIT: Word of Mouth Open Poetry (The Globe) Open mic poetry readings. This month’s featured reader is Charles Clifford Brooks. 8–11 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/athenswordofmouth k continued on next page

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Flicker Theatre & Bar 10 p.m. $5. www.flickertheatreandbar. com HYPER OLYMPIC New, Athens-based math-rock group. SUBUTECH Math-rock duo from Augusta. NEEDLE TEETH New local “sparkle-punk” band. TORCHIANA Newly local emo-folk singer-songwriter. Georgia Theatre On the Rooftop. 5:30 p.m. FREE! www. georgiatheatre.com CHROME CASTLE Atlanta band playing sunny psychedelic surf with cloudy post-punk melodies.

Caledonia Lounge 8 p.m. $8 (adv.), $10 (21+), $12 (1820). www.caledonialounge.com OGINALII Tightly knit Nashville, TN, band playing a mix of grunge, honky-tonk and Zeppelin-esque rock. MONSOON Athens-based band informed by punk, anime culture and new wave. CHICK WALLACE Atlanta-based alternative pop band. Flicker Theatre & Bar 9 p.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreandbar. com REMNOSE Four-piece rock group from Ferndale, MI. TOM VISIONS Local artist playing post-mystical, psychedelic electronic music.

rock, indie and much more. Every Thursday. Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 8 p.m. www.hendershotscoffee.com BIG BAND ATHENS Local group playing swing and jazz standards.

SLZRD Athens-based electronic alter ego of musician Sami Rouchdi.

Manhattan Café 8:30 p.m. 706-369-9767 NACKASHI GROUP Melodic, textured local three-piece with drums, keyboards and sax.

Cloverleaf Farm 5 p.m. (Fri). 10 a.m. (Sat–Sun). www. wildwoodrevival.com WILDWOOD REVIVAL The three-day Americana festival features performances by Lucinda Williams, Son Volt, Shovels & Rope, Rebirth Brass Band, Lily Hiatt, Cedric Burnside, Langhorne Slim, T. Hardy Morris and lots more. See story on p. 12.

Nowhere Bar 9 p.m. $3. www.facebook.com/ NowhereBarAthens ANDREW SCOTCHIE & THE RIVER RATS Hard-rocking blues-funk band from Asheville, NC.

Flicker Theatre & Bar 9 p.m. www.flickertheatreandbar.com NATURE BOYS Garage-punk group on tour from Kansas City. LES PROFS DE SKIDS Surf-punk band from France.

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LECTURES & LIT: Fall Book Sale (ACC Library) The Friends of Athens-Clarke County Library will host a book sale will featuring thousands of gently used books, audio books, CDs and more. Saturday is Bag Day, when shoppers can fill a grocery bag for just $10 (bags provided.) Oct. 2, 6–8 p.m. Oct. 3, 9 a.m.–8 p.m. Oct. 4–5, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. 706-613-3650, www.athenslibrary. org/athens LECTURES & LIT: Fall Book Sale Preview (ACC Library) A preview session for ACC Library Friends Members only; those interested may join at the door. Browse and get first dibs on all books, CDs and DVDs available for purchase. Proceeds benefit the ACC County Library. 2–6 p.m. FREE! (members), $25 (membership). www.athenslibrary. org/athens MEETINGS: KACCB Board Meeting (Synovus, 150 W. Hancock Ave.) The KACCB board of directors meets monthly to discuss community beautification projects and events. 4 p.m. FREE! www. accgov.com OUTDOORS: Guided Nature Rambles (Sandy Creek Nature Center) Join naturalists from the community for a guided walk on the trails. 9-11:30 a.m. FREE! www. accgov.com/sandycreeknaturecenter

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Go Bar 10 p.m. www.facebook.com/go.bar.35 PEARL & THE OYSTERS Electropop group from Gainesville, FL with DIY production and sunny melodies. SURFACE TO AIR MISSIVE Psychpop experimentation from local songwriter Taylor Ross. SYBILLINE LOVER Local ballet performance. NINA GARBUS Atlanta-based experimental pop artist.

Wednesday 25 Blind Pig Tavern 7 p.m. FREE! 706-850-4919 (College Station Road location) LEAVING COUNTRIES Louis Phillip Pelot plays solo sets of country-rock and acoustic Southern soul. Contact for Location 8 p.m. $15. www.sofarsounds.com SECRET CONCERT Apply for tickets online, and find out the location the day before. The artists are unknown until you arrive at the show.

Saturday 28 Akademia Brewing Co. 6 p.m. (Fri), 3 p.m. (Sat–Sun). FREE! www.akademiabc.com ATHTOBERFEST A three-day festival featuring live music from Monsoon, Four Eyes, Shehehe, Misnomer, Wieuca, Clip Art, Caulfield, The Family Recipe, Vision Video and more.

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The Foundry 8 p.m. $5 (adv.), $7 (door). www.thefoundryathens.com SONO LUMINI Local electronic-funk jam trio with a big sound and tasty melodies.

VFW 8 p.m. $10. www.vfwathens.com CHRIS HAMPTON BAND Local variety cover band hosts a dance party, playing classic and new tunes.

Bishop Park Athens Farmers Market. 8 a.m. FREE! www.athensfarmersmarket.net RACHEL O’NEAL Locally based solo folk singer-songwriter. (8 a.m.) ALEX CULBRETH Edgy alt-country singer-songwriter from Virginia. (10 a.m.)

LIVE MUSIC Flicker Theatre & Bar 9:30 p.m. $5. www.flickertheatreandbar. com BETO CACAO Athens-based activist and musician plays corridos about the plight of the undocumented immigrant. L’OR Laura St. Martin uses electronics and interpretive dance to explore the human condition and the collective unconscious. JOHN KIRAN FERNANDES Local musician playing ambient looped clarinet inspired by birdsong and Brian Eno.

Southern Brewing Company 5 p.m. FREE! www.sobrewco.com THE FLAMETHROWERS Athensbased surf-rock band. COASTAL RHYTHMS Local party band led by veteran steel drummer Paul Thornton.

White Denim plays the 40 Watt Club on Saturday, Sept. 28. 7 p.m. $15. www.georgiatheatre.com ZOSO One of the longest-tenured Led Zeppelin tribute bands returns to Athens. On the Rooftop. 10:30 p.m. FREE! www.georgiatheatre.com ADDED COLOR Brazilian-American rock group from Brooklyn, NY. Locos Grill & Pub 6 p.m. FREE! 706-549-7700 (Timothy Road location) RICK FOWLER BAND Original, guitar-driven blues-rock group. Nowhere Bar 9 p.m. $5. www.facebook.com/ NowhereBarAthens KOLARS “Glammabilly” duo from Los Angeles. THE SH-BOOMS Orlando, FL-based soul band.

UNTIL THREE Athens-based indierock duo. 40 Watt Club 8 p.m. $24. www.40watt.com THE WAILERS Legendary reggae crew best known as Bob Marley’s backing band. UNDERGROUND SPRINGHOUSE Athens-based “hype-chill rock-funk ensemble.” The Foundry 8 p.m. $10 (adv.), $13 (door). www. thefoundryathens.com ADAM HAMBRICK Nashville, TN-based country singer-songwriter. ASHLEY WALLS Up-and-coming local country singer-songwriter.

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Georgia Theatre On the Rooftop. 6:30 p.m. FREE! www. georgiatheatre.com SWEET LIZZY PROJECT Cubanborn, Latin-infused pop rock band. 8 p.m. $20. www.georgiatheatre.com CAAMP Folky power duo out of Athens, OH. See Calendar Pick on p. 19. CROOKED SPINES Four-piece dream-pop band from Athens, OH. On the Rooftop. 10:30 p.m. FREE! www.georgiatheatre.com TRAE PIERCE & THE T-STONES Funky, hip hop-influenced bluesrock band from Florida.

Boar’s Head Lounge 10 p.m. FREE! 706-369-3040 LEAVING COUNTRIES & FRIENDS Louis Phillip Pelot and friends play country-rock and Southern soul.

Go Bar 10 p.m. FREE! 706-546-5609 KARAOKE Hosted by popular karaoke fanatic Dr. Fred and featuring an enormous assortment of pop,

Porterhouse Grill 6:30 p.m. FREE! 706-369-0990 JAZZ NIGHT Enjoy an evening of originals, improv and standards. That Bar Athens 10 p.m. www.thatbarathens.com SILENT DISCO Hosted by Montu Miller and featuring the music of local hip hop artists.

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Southern Brewing Company 5-10 p.m. FREE! www.sobrewco.com KARAOKE Hosted every Thursday by DJ Gregory. That Bar Athens 10 p.m. www.thatbarathens.com KELLY HOYLE & FRIENDS Norma Rae guitarist and singer-songwriter performs originals and covers. Veronica’s Sweet Spot 7 p.m. FREE! facebook.com/sweetspotathens OPEN MIC NIGHT Showcase your creative talent.

Friday 27 Akademia Brewing Co. 6 p.m. (Fri), 3 p.m. (Sat–Sun). FREE! www.akademiabc.com ATHTOBERFEST A three-day festival featuring live music from Monsoon, Four Eyes, Shehehe, Misnomer, Wieuca, Clip Art, Caulfield, The Family Recipe, Vision Video and more. Boar’s Head Lounge 10 p.m. 706-369-3040 NATHAN SHEPPARD Talented local singer-songwriter with a ’70s pop style. Caledonia Lounge 10 p.m. $10 (21+), $12 (18-20). www. caledonialounge.com WRECKNO Future-bass artist from northern Michigan.

Georgia Theatre On the Rooftop. 6:30 p.m. FREE! www. georgiatheatre.com ELECTRIC KIF Touring instrumental quartet blending cosmic funk, rock, soul and jazz. 8 p.m. $15. www.georgiatheatre.com MANIC FOCUS Popular Minnesotabased electronica outfit. PSYMBIOTIC Nationwide touring electronic bass music producer. ROBBIE DUDE Local DJ spinning “futuristic, hip hop, electro-soul, funky freshness, wine sippin’, bumpin’, grindin’ bass music.” On the Rooftop. 11 p.m. FREE! www. georgiatheatre.com DJ Y@ UGA student and DJ whose “energy excites an explosive dance floor.” The Globe 11 p.m. $2 (headphone). 706-3534721 SILENT DISCO Dance the night away with three channels of music. One of them is a request line! Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 8 p.m. www.hendershotscoffee.com LIQUID DYNAMITE Local drummer phenom Dwayne Holloway leads this group through improvised jazz, blues and funk. Nowhere Bar 10 p.m. www.facebook.com/ NowhereBarAthens MASSEUSE Five-piece alternative funk-jam band from Murfreesboro, TN.

Downtown Athens 12 p.m. FREE! www.latinxfestath.com LATINXFEST A celebration of Latinx culture, featuring music from El Chupaskabra, Incatepec, Tonali, Lydia Brambilia, Aklla Sumak and more. See story on p. 12. Flicker Theatre & Bar 7 p.m. $25. www.flickertheatreandbar. com KEN STRINGFELLOW Former Posies frontman and R.E.M. collaborator whose solo work lies firmly in the power-pop tradition. See Calendar Pick on p. 19. 40 Watt Club 8 p.m. $20. www.40watt.com WHITE DENIM Texas trio that flows effortlessly from “soft-hearted to ferocious” with their funk-rock sound. SON OF STAN Solo vehicle of Grammy-winning multi-instrumentalist and producer Jordan Richardson. Front Porch Book Store 6:30 p.m. FREE! 706-353-0029 BICHOS VIVOS Local band playing forró, accordion and triangle-driven country music from Brazil. GRASSLAND STRING BAND Local traditional and progressive bluegrass group. Fully Loaded Pizza Co. 7 p.m. FREE! www.fullyloaded.pizza (Watkinsville location) GRANT COWAN Local jazz-influenced, piano-playing singer-songwriter. Georgia Theatre On the Rooftop. 10:30 p.m. $3. www. georgiatheatre.com BOOTY BOYZ Athens-based DJs Immuzikation, Twin Powers and

Z-Dog spin fresh jams and oldschool favorites. Highwire Lounge 11 p.m. $2 (headphone). www.highwirelounge.com SILENT DISCO Dance the night away to two different channels of music in your headphones. Little Kings Shuffle Club 9:30 p.m. $5. www.facebook.com/ lkshuffleclub MAGNAPOP Linda Hopper and Ruthie Morris’ long-running alt-pop group is known for its high-energy performances. Album release show! See story on p. 16. PYLON REENACTMENT SOCIETY Vanessa Briscoe Hay and an all-star cast of local musicians play the music of Pylon, plus some new originals. DJ TEAM SPUD GO Local DJ spinning goth, post-punk and more. Max 10 p.m. www.facebook.com/themaxathensga ATHENS PRIDE DANCE PARTY Celebrate “50 Years of Queers” with a dance party. See story on p. 13. Nowhere Bar 9 p.m. www.facebook.com/ NowhereBarAthens LIQUID DYNAMITE Local drummer Dwayne Holloway leads his group through improvised jazz, blues and funk. The Old Pal 11 p.m. FREE! 706-850-4340 DJ QUINCY Local musician John Swint spins a dance party. Terrapin Beer Co. 4 p.m. $32. www.terrapinbeer.com RECFEST Featuring live music from Greensky Bluegrass, AFTM and Grassland String Band. See story on p. 12. That Bar Athens 10 p.m. www.thatbarathens.com NEON CITY Athens-based DJ Q spins a black light dance party.

Sunday 29 Akademia Brewing Co. 6 p.m. (Fri), 3 p.m. (Sat–Sun). FREE! www.akademiabc.com ATHTOBERFEST A three-day festival featuring live music from Monsoon, Four Eyes, Shehehe, Misnomer, Wieuca, Clip Art, Caulfield, The Family Recipe, Vision Video and more. Cloverleaf Farm 5 p.m. (Fri). 10 a.m. (Sat–Sun). www. wildwoodrevival.com WILDWOOD REVIVAL The threeday Americana festival continues with performances by Lucinda Williams, Son Volt, Shovels & Rope, Rebirth Brass Band, Lily Hiatt, Cedric Burnside, Langhorne Slim, T. Hardy Morris, Super Doppler, Mandolin Orange and lots more. See story on p. 12. Downtown Athens 2 p.m. FREE! www.athenspride.org ATHENS PRIDE FESTIVAL Featuring live performances from Linqua Franqa, Nana Grizol, Taylor Alxndr and others, plus drag performances and lots more. See story on p. 13.

Monday 30 Georgia Theatre On the Rooftop. 7 p.m. FREE! www. georgiatheatre.com OZELLO Atlanta-based queercore punk band with folk influences. CALM. Atlanta-based indie-rock band. CANNONANDTHEBOXES Up-andcoming local folk-rock group. Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 8 p.m. FREE! hendershotscoffee.com OPEN MIC Showcase your talent at this open mic night most Mondays. Hosted by Larry Forte.

Tuesday 1 40 Watt Club 8 p.m. SOLD OUT. www.40watt.com RAINBOW KITTEN SUPRISE Popular genre-defying indie-rock band hailing from the mountains of Boone, NC. Georgia Theatre On the Rooftop. 10 p.m. FREE! www. georgiatheatre.com SHANTIH SHANTIH Atlanta-based band that draws from ’60s psych and ’80s dream-pop. Album release show! Nowhere Bar 10 p.m. www.facebook.com/ NowhereBarAthens BIGG CHUNGUS Local band playing “funky-fused improvisational music.”

Wednesday 2 Blind Pig Tavern 7 p.m. FREE! 706-850-4919 (College Station Road location) LEAVING COUNTRIES Louis Phillip Pelot plays solo sets of country-rock and acoustic Southern soul. The Foundry 8 p.m. $5 (adv.), $7 (door). www.thefoundryathens.com SUNNY SOUTH BLUES BAND Local band combining a blues and soul spirit with riffy rock and roll. Georgia Theatre 7 p.m. $15 (adv.), $18 (door). www. georgiatheatre.com MASON RAMSEY Twelve-year-old meme legend and country star famous for yodeling at Walmart and performing at the Grand Ole Opry. JENNA PAULETTE Nashville, TN-based contemporary country singer-songwriter. ERNEST No info available. Locos Grill & Pub 6 p.m. FREE! 706-549-7700 (Timothy Road location) CHRIS HAMPTON TRIO Local variety cover band hosts a dance party, playing classic and new tunes. Nowhere Bar 8 p.m. $3. www.facebook.com/ NowhereBarAthens THE PINX Heavy, hard-swaggering rock band from Atlanta. THE GRAWKS Punk and garage-inspired local rock and roll band. Porterhouse Grill 6:30 p.m. FREE! 706-369-0990 JAZZ NIGHT Enjoy an evening of original music, improv and standards.

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Art AAAC GRANTS (Athens, GA) The Athens Area Arts Council is seeking applicants for its quarterly $500 grants. All local artists, arts organizations or arts-based projects are welcome to apply. Visit the website for a form.The next deadline is Dec. 15. info@athensarts.org, www.athensarts.org CALL FOR ART AND CRAFT VENDORS (Creature Comforts Brewery) The brewery’s Get Artistic campaign hosts an artist market for the holidays. Twenty local artists and vendors will be selected. Apply online. Deadline Sept. 30. Market on Dec. 11, 5–9 p.m. www.getcurious. com/events/call-for-vendorsdecember-2019 GRASS ROOTS ART WRITING PROGRAM (Athens Institute for Contemporary Art: ATHICA) The

Grass Roots Art Writing Program is a series of four half-day workshops spread over the months of October and November that include “What Is Critical Art Writing?” (Oct. 19), “What Makes Good Art Critical Writing?” (Oct. 26), “Editing Before the Editor” (Nov. 9) and “Finessing an Artist Statement” (Nov. 16). Classes are held 10 a.m.–2 p.m. $10/class. Attendees who complete all four sessions will receive a $25 honorarium. Register online. www. athica.org OPEN STUDIO MEMBERSHIP (Lyndon House Arts Center) Local artists can access studio facilities through a new open studio monthly membership program. Studios include ceramics, jewelry, painting, fiber, printmaking, photography and woodshop/sculpture studios. Up to 32 hours per week. $65/month or $175/three months. 706-613-3623, www.athensclarkecounty.com/leisure

art around town AMICI (233 E. Clayton St.) Susan Pelham’s collages are inspired by Magic Realism and storytelling. Through September. ANTIQUES & JEWELS ART GALLERY (290 N. Milledge Ave.) New paintings by Mary Porter, Greg Benson, Chatham Murray, Candle Brumby, Lana Mitchell and more. ART ON THE SIDE GALLERY AND GIFTS (17 N. Main St., Watkinsville) A gallery featuring works by various artists in media including ceramics, paintings and fused glass. ATHENS ACADEMY (1281 Spartan Lane) On view in the Harrison Center Children’s Instructional Gallery, a retrospective of Jacob Wenzka’s artwork from three books co-created with Bart King share original artwork, prints and paintings. ATHENS AREA UROLOGY (2142 W. Broad St., Building 200, Suite 200) “Skies and Space” features paintings and silk dye pours by Margaret Agner. ATHENS CLARKE-COUNTY LIBRARY (2025 Baxter St.) The Athens Art Association celebrates its centennial with an exhibition of works by current members. Through Oct. 5. ATHENS INSTITUTE FOR CONTEMPORARY ART (ATHICA) (675 Pulaski St.) The gallery’s annual juried exhibition, “Yellow,” celebrates the color and its cultural connotations through contemporary art in various media. Through Oct. 6. 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. BUVEZ (585 Barber St., Suite A) “Flights of Fancy” features whimsical works by Jackie Kirsche. Through September. CINÉ (234 W. Hancock Ave.) “Suspended: Leah Mazza and Laurel Fulton” presents works by two MFA candidates attending Lamar Dodd. CIRCLE GALLERY (UGA College of Environment and Design, 285 S. Jackson St.) “Snapshots: 50 Years at the College of Environment and Design” celebrates the school’s 50th anniversary with a timeline, wall of curiosities in the tradition of wonder rooms, and a rotating exhibit. CITY OF WATKINSVILLE (Downtown Watkinsville) “Public Art Watkinsville: A Pop-up Sculpture Exhibit” consists of sculptures placed in prominent locations around downtown. Artists include Benjamin Lock, William Massey, Stan Mullins, Robert Clements, Harold Rittenberry and Joni Younkins-Herzog. • “Artscape Oconee: The Monuments of Artland” features a total of 20 paintings on panels installed around town. Artists include Claire Clements, Peter Loose, Andy Cherewick, Lisa Freeman, Manda McKay and others. CLASSIC CENTER (300 N. Thomas St.) “Good Vibrations” features photographs of cruise life by Brittainy Lauback, drawings of beaches by Warren Slater that are influenced by Aboriginal mark-making, and vivid abstractions by Hannah Betzel. • “Building Facades” is a solo exhibition by Mike Landers that features sophisticated, symmetrical and minimally composed photographs from downtown Athens in the late 1990s and early 2000s. FLICKER THEATRE & BAR (263 W. Washington St.) Paintings by Hannah Jones. Through September. GALLERY AT INDIGO (500 College Ave.) “FUN” features works by Neil Hancock, Marla Star, Jolene O’Brien, Kim Truesdale, Katherine Miele, Hannah Betzel and Brittainy Lauback. Opening reception Sept. 26.

Auditions ATHENS MASTER CHORALE (Athens) The Athens Master Chorale is currently holding auditions for tenors and basses. Please contact Joe Napoli, 706-540-0179. Visit the website for more information about the group. www.athensmaster chorale.org

Classes ART CLASSES (OCAF, Watkinsville) “Painting with Charles Warnock,” Fridays, Nov. 15–Dec. 13. $120– 150. “Painting Portraits in Oil with Abner Cope,” Nov. 2–23. $120–150. “Painting Birds in Watercolor with Leigh Ellis,” Thursdays, Oct 31–Nov. 21. $120–150. “Pottery: Wheel Throwing with Esther Mech,” Fridays, Nov. 1–Dec. 6.

Athens Academy presents a special retrospective exhibition of original artwork, prints and paintings by Jacob Wenzka that are associated with three children’s books he co-created with Bart King. $180–210. “Pottery: Hand-building with Esther Mech,” Mondays, Oct. 28–Dec. 2. $180–210. “The Joy of Metalsmithing with Sylvia Dawe,” Nov. 9–10. $120–140. “Fused Glass Ornament/Suncatcher Workshop for Families with Patti Quinn.” Nov. 2, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. $30. “Cuttlebone Casting Workshop with Barbara Mann,” Oct. 26, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. $100. www.ocaf.com ART CLASSES (KA Artist Shop) “Brush Lettering with Kristen Ashley,” Oct. 6, 2–4 p.m. or Oct.

GEORGIA MUSEUM OF ART (90 Carlton St.) “Color, Form and Light” showcases abstract works from the museum’s permanent collection or on longterm loan. Through Oct. 13. • “Out of the Darkness: Light in the Depths of the Sea of Cortez” is a solo exhibition by Rebecca Rutstein. Through Oct. 27. • Two large works by Georgia artist Corrine Colarusso, “Stack of Twilight” and “Shaking the Twilight, Reeds Rain and Vapors” are on view. Through Nov. 17. • “Before the War: Photographs of Syria by Peter Aaron.” Through Dec. 1. • “Storytelling in Renaissance Maiolica” offers a selection of tin-glazed earthenware produced in the duchy of Urbino, Italy, in the 16th Century. Through Jan. 5. • “Drama and Devotion in Baroque Rome” celebrates Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio’s influence. Through May 31. • In the sculpture garden, Rachel Whiteread presents five cast-stone sculptures that reinterpret her earlier resin castings of the space beneath chairs. 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. HEIRLOOM CAFE & FRESH MARKET (815 N. Chase St.) Lyndon House Print Makers Margaret Agner, Karen Sturm, Connee Flynn, Susan Nees and Mia York share work. Through Nov. 4. HIP VINTAGE AND HANDMADE (215 Commerce Blvd.) Margaret Agner presents wearable art in the form of hand painted silk pieces and scarves. Through September. HOWARD’S (119 N. Jackson St.) Local artist Katya Tepper presents a large installation and collection of smaller works. Through Oct. 19. JITTERY JOE’S WATKINSVILLE (27 Greensboro Hwy., Watkinsville) “Strange Moments” presents collage works and assemblage pieces by Lisa Freeman. Through October. JUST PHO…AND MORE (1063 Baxter St.) “No Way! Nineties” features colorful digital paintings by Xavier Watson. LAMAR DODD SCHOOL OF ART (270 River Rd.) Part of the “Wall Works” series, Harrison D. Walker’s “Portals” is a site-specific installation exploring color, chemistry and psychological perception. Through Nov. 16. • Dodd MFA candidate Mac Balentine presents images and objects that give form to queer identity as acts of resistance and celebration in “The Fool-ectomy.” Through Oct. 4. • Dodd MFA candidate Alex McClay and California-based artist Sam Regal present “Turbulent Femme || toward a radical future.” Through Oct. 4. • “Carol John: Legion Pool” celebrates UGA’s storied watering hole through a vibrant series of paintings. Through Oct. 4. 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.) David Hale’s solo show, “Autumn’s Arrival,” shares a collection of works created as the illustrations of his first children’s picture book about the adoption of his daughter. Through Oct. 12. • “Elemental Clayscapes” is a collaboration between David Hale and ceramicist Marci White. Through Oct. 12. • “The Georgia Watercolor Society’s Members Exhibition” is a juried show of watercolor paintings of a range of subjects. • “This is It!” features pieces by Athens artists working in the food and beverage service industry. Through Nov. 16. • “Purvis Young and James de Molyneux” displays original works by artist James de Molyneux, in addition to works from his personal collection by Purvis Young. Through Oct. 12. • In the Lounge Gallery, Nathaniel Burkins shares a collection of candid photographs. Through Nov. 30. • Collections From Our Community presents ceramic cats from Rachel Barnes.

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Stretch,” Wednesdays at 10 a.m. “SilverSneakers Yoga,” Wednedsays at 11 a.m. “Acrylic Painting,” Wednesdays at 1:30 p.m. “Aikido,” Wednesdays at 2 p.m. “Zumba,” Wednesdays at 6 p.m. “Belly Dance,” Wednesdays at 7 p.m. “Mah Jongg,” Thursdays at 1 p.m. www.winterville center.com DANCE CLASS REGISTRATION (East Athens Educational Dance Center) Offering classes for beginners through advanced students. Classes include ballet, modern

MADISON COUNTY LIBRARY (1315 Highway 98 W., Danielsville) “The Georgia Artists with DisAbilities Exhibit” showcases the talents of many artists living with disabilities. Opening reception Sept. 29. Through Dec. 2. MADISON-MORGAN CULTURAL CENTER (434 S. Main St., Madison) “Alchemical Divide” presents metal sculpture, painting and installation by contemporary mixed media artist Corrina Sephora. The show also includes works by Pearl Bryant, Hannah Joy, Gabi Madrid and Richard Pepe. 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. OCONEE COUNTY LIBRARY (1080 Experiment Station Rd., Watkinsville) Artwork by Em Baynes. Through September. 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.) “The New South and New Slavery: Convict Labor in Georgia.” Through Dec. 13. • “Beautiful and Brutal: Georgia Bulldogs Football, 2017” is a display of photographs, uniforms and other artifacts from the UGA Athletic Association Archives and on loan from the UGA Athletic Department. Through Feb. 28. THE ROOK & PAWN (294 W. Washington St.) Local folk artist Tex Crawford transforms reclaimed and found materials into a wide array of whimsical creations. Through September. STATE BOTANICAL GARDEN OF GEORGIA (2450 S. Milledge Ave.) Paintings by Betsey Barth Withington. Through Oct. 20. STEEL + PLANK (675 Pulaski St., Suite 200) Paintings by Andy Cherewick, Erin McIntosh, Emily Mann and Donna Mintz, plus textile art by Shirley Noland Chambliss and photography by Benjamin Galland. SURGERY CENTER OF ATHENS (2142 W. Broad St., Building 100, Suite 100) Athens Art Association members Lola Gazda, Diane Tigue and Viviane Van Giesen celebrate the organizations 100th anniversary. TIF SIGFRIDS (119 N. Jackson St.) Adrianne Rubenstein presents “Little Shop of Horrors,” a series of seven new paintings that reveal distinct iconographic references.Through Oct. 19. UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP OF ATHENS (780 Timothy Rd.) See 14 recent oil paintings by Mark Hodges, a member of the Athens Art Association and the Athens Plein Air Painters. Through September. UNIVERSITY OF NORTH GEORGIA OCONEE CAMPUS GALLERY (1201 Bishop Farms Pkwy., Watkinsville) “Visions of Georgia: Photographs from the Do Good Fund” features iconic images of Cabbagetown from the 1990s by Oraien Catledge, landscapes by Georgia Rhodes and Mark Steinmetz, and more. Through Oct. 11. VERONICA’S SWEET SPOT (149 Oneta St., #6C6) See work by local and regional artists, craftsmen, potters and sculptors. VIVA ARGENTINE (247 Prince Ave.) Susan Pelham’s collages are influenced by Magic Realism, fables and storytelling. Through September. WHITE TIGER GOURMET (217 Hiawassee Ave.) “Flying Over Gauguin’s Palette” features artwork by Susie Criswell. Through Nov. 6. THE WORLD FAMOUS (351 N. Hull St.) Permanent artists include RA Miller, Chris Hubbard, Travis Craig, Michelle Fontaine, Dan Smith, Greg Stone and more.

dance, tap, urban soul and more. Children, teens and adults. Classes begin in September. 706-613-3624, www.accgov.com/dance INTRO TO TAROT (Timothy Road; Register for Address) Join Kelli McConnell for a six-week intro to Tarot. Topics include major arcana, suits, court cards, spreads, numerology and more. Sliding scale $10–20/class. Email to register. kelli@followingwisdom.com IYENGAR YOGA (Nimbl) Chet Thomas CIYT teaches Iyengar yoga every Wednesday, 5:45–7:15 p.m. $15. www.nimblathens.com MARTIAL ARTS SELF DEFENSE & FITNESS (X3 Sports Athens) Classes are offered in kickboxing, boxing, Muay Thai, Brazilian JiuJitsu, Power Track and Fast Track (speed and agility). x3sports.com MOSAIC ART CLASSES (Corazon Mosaics Studio, 200 Northcrest Dr.) Weekend mosaic classes for beginner and intermediate levels. Visit website for upcoming dates. $150. corazonmosaics@gmail.com, www.corazonmosaics.com NIMBL CLASSES (Nimbl, 160 Winston Dr. #9) Classes offered for kids, teens and adults in dance forms, creative movement, making dances and pilates. Check website for descriptions and times. www. nimbleathens.com SALSA CLASSES (Dancefx) Learn how to salsa dance. No partner required. Salsa and Bachata every Tuesday, 7 p.m. (beginners), 7:45 p.m. (intermediate/advanced). $10. www.dancefx.org WINE 201: AN INTRODUCTION TO THE WINES OF FRANCE, ITALY, AND SPAIN (J’s Bottle Shop) Discover benchmark wines from Sancerre to Chianti, Rioja to Burgundy and what makes “Old World” wines so iconic. Coursework includes up to six wines per class. Oct. 22, 23, 29 & 30, 6:30–8 p.m. $85. wine.jsbottleshop@gmail.com WINE 202: AN INTRODUCTION TO WINES OF THE NEW WORLD (J’s Bottle Shop, 1452 Prince Ave.) A four-session course all about wines from the “New World (US, South America, Australia, and New Zealand.) Coursework includes up to six wines per class. Nov. 13, 14, 20 & 21, 6:30–8 p.m. $85. wine. jsbottleshop@gmail.com YOGA CLASSES AT 5 POINTS (5 Points Yoga) Autumn Retreat in North Carolina, Sept. 27–29. Arm balance workshop Oct. 5. “The Four Agreements authors at the Botanical Gardens,” Nov. 8–9. Classes include Slow Flow, Iyengar, Restorative, Yin, Power, Hot Yoga and beginners classes. athensfivepointsyoga.com

Help Out ATHENS LITTER CHALLENGE (Athens City Hall) Brain Aid Fest hosts an Athens Litter Challenge. Volunteers will break into teams and help pick up litter. Every first Saturday of the month, 9:30 a.m.–12 p.m. Meet at City Hall. www.brainaid fest.org LATINXFEST (Washington St. and Hull St.) Volunteers are needed during LatinxFest. Sign up for a twohour shift. Fest runs 12–9 p.m. on Sept. 28. elley.walton23@gmail.com

Kidstuff ART CLASSES (KA Artist Shop) “Art Club for Teens” (Fridays, 6:30 p.m.) and “Art Club Junior” (Fridays, 4:30 p.m.) cover subjects like fractal designs and newspaper and coffee art. Check website for details and to register. $15. www.kaartist.com

CHEER TUMBLING (Bishop Park) Athesn Clarke Gymnastics Academy offers a co-ed tumbling program. Ages 12–16. Thursdays through Nov. 21, 6–7:30 p.m. $10/class. www.accgov.com/leisure CLASSES FOR PARENTS AND KIDS (reBlossom Mama Baby Shop) “Parent & Tot, Recycling Trot,” fourth Wednesday of the month, 10–11 a.m. “Crawlers & Toddlers Play Group,” Wednesdays, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. “Storytime,” Fridays, 10:30 a.m. “Finding Balance in Motherhood Postpartum Group Therapy,” Fridays, 12–1 p.m. “Mama-Baby Yoga,” Saturdays, 11 a.m.–12 p.m. “Prenatal Yoga,” Saturdays, 12–1 p.m. www.reblossomathens.com COSTUME SWAP (Oconee County Library) Bring in your used costumes before Oct. 11 and come back on Oct. 12, 11 a.m.–1 p.m. for a new-to-you one. 706-796-3950 GYMNASTICS (Gymnasia, 1091 Baxter St.) Gymnastics classes are offered for various age groups throughout the day. See website for schedule. athensgymnastics.com KIDS CLASSES (Treehouse Kid and Craft) Daily classes are offered in a range of art activities for various age groups. Visit website for descriptions and to register. www. treehousekidandcraft.com TEEN CARTOON ILLUSTRATORS CLUB (Lyndon House Arts Center) Robert Brown offers lessons and drawing techniques to teens who like to draw anime and cartoons of all kinds. Meetings end with pizza. For ages 11–18. Meets most Thursdys, 5:30–7:30 p.m. $5/session. www. accgov.com/leisure TEEN FASHION, SEWING & WEARABLE ART CLUB (Lyndon House Arts Center) Use the fiber studio and machines to focus on your own sewing projects under the guidance of a professional. Meetings end with pizza. For ages 11–18. Meets most Tuesdays, 5:30–7:30 p.m. $5/ session. www.accgov.com/leisure

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 AL-ANON 12 STEP (Multiple Locations) Recovery for people affected by someone else’s drinking. Meetings are held daily at various times and locations. 888-425-2666, 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. www.athensaa.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 EMOTIONS ANONYMOUS (Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens) EA is a 12-step program open to anyone with a desire to become well emotionally. Meets Sundays, 4–5 p.m. 706-202-7463, www.emotionsanonymous.org

FIGHT 4 CHANGE (Email for Location) Help advocate for a mental health system that serves everyone. Meets the fourth Monday of each month. letsfight4change@gmail.com NAMI (Multiple Locations) “NAMI Connections” is a support group for adults living in recovery with mental illness. “NAMI Family Support” is for family members, friends and caregivers of individuals with mental illnesses. Both groups meet every fourth Tuesday, 6–7:30 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church of Athens. 770225-0804. NAMI Family Support Groups are also available the first Monday of every month at 7 p.m. at First Baptist of Carl in Winder; second Monday at 6:30 p.m. at Oconee Presbyterian Church in Watkinsville; and every Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. at Ridgeview Institute in Monroe. www.namihall.org REBLOSSOM SUPPORT GROUPS (reBlossom Mama Baby Shop) “Nannies & Nannas Play & Support Group,” Mondays, 10 a.m.–12 p.m. “Breastfeeding Support Group,” Wednesdays, 4–6 p.m. & Saturdays, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. “Our Differences Are Beautiful Play and Support Group,” Thursdays, 11 a.m.–1 p.m. “Finding Balance in Motherhood Group Therapy,” second and fourth Fridays, 12–1 p.m. www.reblossomathens.com RECOVERY DHARMA (8801 Macon Hwy., Suite 1) This peer-led support group offers a Buddhist-inspired path to recovery from any addiction. Thursdays, 7–8 p.m. FREE! Find “Refuge Recovery Athens GA” on Facebook SEX ADDICTS ANONYMOUS (Email for Location) Sex Addicts Anonymous offers a message of hope to anyone who suffers from a compulsive sexual behavior. Mondays, 7 p.m. athensdowntown SAA@gmail.com

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Split-level ranch 5 miles from 5PTs with 5 bedrooms in Oconee. 1051 Hickory Hills. $273,800. Donna, realtor at 706-2965717; 5Market Realty, 706850-4636.

FOR SALE ANTIQUES Archipelago Antiques is celebrating our 30th anniversary in 5 Points. We are offering price reductions storewide. Open 9:30–4:30 daily. 1676 S. Lumpkin St. 706-3544297.

MISCELLANEOUS Better than eBay! Sell your goods locally without shipping fees. Awesome run–til–sold rate! 12 weeks. for the price of 4. Email class@flagpole.com or call 706-549-0301. Want old newspapers for your garden? Papier-mâché pumpkin? Potty training your new puppy? They’re free at the Flagpole office! Call ahead, then come grab an armful. Please leave current issues on stands. Call 706549-0301.

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Homewood Hills Yard Sale. Multi-Family. Saturday, Sept. 28, 8am-12. We’re unloading some good stuff--bring a friend and come check out the deals! Detail on the Facebook page.

Athens School of Music. Instruction in guitar, bass, drums, piano, voice, brass, woodwinds, strings, banjo, mandolin, fiddle & more. From beginner to expert. Visit www. athensschoolofmusic.com, 706-543-5800.

Multi Family Yard Sale. Sat, Sept. 28, 9 a.m.–12 p.m. Huge yard sale at Athens Montessori School (3145 Barnett Shoals Rd.) raising money for a class trip to Washington, D.C. Clothes, shoes, toys, kitchenwares, books and so much more! Multiple Family Yard Sale. Waverly Woods subdivision (across from Whit Davis School) Saturday, Sept. 28 from 9:00 am–1:00 pm: clothes, books, toys, appliances, sports equipment, furniture, etc.

MUSIC EQUIPMENT Nuçi’s Space needs your old instruments & music gear! All donations are tax-deductible. Call 706-227-1515 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 HOME AND GARDEN Plumber Pro Service & Drain. Upfront Pricing. Free Estimates. $30 Flagpole Discount. Call 706-769-7761. Same Day Service Available. www.plumberproservice.com.

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A J Wo ff o rd L L C . A friend for hire. 912-6784670, austinwofford21@gmail. com.

JOBS FULL-TIME Taste of India is now hiring FT/PT bussers, hostess and servers. Flexible hours and competitive pay. Apply in person. For further questions contact: indiaathens@gmail. com. Find a full-time or part-time job in the Flagpole Classifieds every week!

Alternative Energy Southeast is currently seeking a Solar PV System Installer with good mechanical skills and a Solar PV System Electrician’s Helper with electrical experience. The solar industry is rapidly expanding and AES is committed to leading the industry through an emphasis on quality workmanship and exceptional customer service. If you’re interested in learning more about our team, have questions, or wish to apply, please send inquiries and resumes to tblackwell@ altenergyse.com.

Seeking excellent typists (65+ WPM) for weekday work. Employee choice for morning, afternoon, or evening shifts. 16 hours per week minimum. Relaxed environment, safe space. Pay after training $9 or higher with automatic increases. www.ctscribes. com.

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PART-TIME Big City Bread Cafe is now accepting applications for a part time bread baker. Looking for availability on Saturdays, Sundays and some Fridays. Apply in person. Holy Cross Lutheran Church seeks two nursery attendants for Sunday mornings and occasional weeknights. We offer $13.50 per hour and a safe, respectful environment. Contact Deaconess Amanda Spangler at deaconess amanda@holycrossathens. com or call 706-548-3329.

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Starting at $10/hr., Junk South is looking for someone who can get dirty and physical. Growing company with room for advacement. www.junksouth.com, info@junksouth. com.

AUTOS Must Sell: Dodge Ram Conversion Van, 1996. $8000 invested; asking $3750 OBO. HP “Envy” Computer, never used. Paid $1000; asking $700 OBO. Serious calls: 706340-8454.

MISC. VEHICLES 1987 Honda motor scooter for sale. 250 cc, automatic, red. 20,750 miles. Great condition. $1500 asked. 706-549-7388.

NOTICES LOST AND FOUND Lost and found pets can be advertised in Flagpole classifieds for free. Call 706549-0301 or email class@flagpole.com to return them home.

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Blackie (52175)

Blackie is a sweet boy that gently takes treats out of your hand and loves to give hugs! He also has lots of playful energy and is a complete goofball once he’s comfortable with you. Give this guy a chance and you’ll be inseparable!

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Cleo (52317)

Cleo may be a shy girl, but she has a bold heart! After this girl warms up to you, expect her to sit close and initiate a petting session. Cleo’s in need of a loving home that can help her continue to break out of her shell.

Sweet Face (52300) This good boy loves a good roll in the grass, belly rubs, and of course treats! If you need a furry friend to be there with a big grin and a wagging tail, Sweet Face is your guy!

These pets and many others are available for adoption at:

Athens-Clarke County Animal Control 125 Buddy Christian Way · 706-613-3540 Open every day except Wednesday 10am-4pm

Tired of working long hours for lousy tips? Hilltop Grille is in need of 2-3 servers and a bartender to look after an already established customer base who are easy to take care of. Experience in the restaurant industry is a must and full time availability. Please bring resume in person any day of the week between 3-4pm and ask to speak with a manager. 2310 West Broad St.

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How Do I Atone? ADVICE FOR ATHENS’ LOOSE AND LOVELORN By Bonita Applebum advice@flagpole.com Hey Bonita, Last semester, I made the worst mistake of my life about the best person I’d ever met. After being in two super-toxic relationships that sent me to therapy, I met a guy who I thought was literally perfect (inside and out, if you know what I mean). I got so swept off my feet by the first person who loved me for me that I ignored several red flags: He was very secretive about our relationship, I had to lie to his sister about being “just a friend” when we met, and he had wild mood swings from one day to the next that made it feel like I was trying to love two different people from one day to the next. After almost two semesters, he went through the worst depressive episode that I’d seen, and he broke up with me the weekend before Valentine’s Day. But two weeks before he dumped me, I cheated on him. I couldn’t make up my mind about whether I was strong enough to stick with his bipolar antics, and I let the frustration take action. We mutually agreed to block each other on literally everything after the breakup, so apologizing isn’t even an option.

Bonita, I can’t forgive myself, and I don’t know what to do. I’ve spent several months in denial, blaming him for the heartbreak and playing the victim in the relationship to repress my own guilt. Now that I’ve realized it, I feel like absolute shit. I’ve even asked God to forgive me, and I’m agnostic. On top of that, I’ve been talking to this new guy all summer and decided I want to actually go on a date with him soon. He’s handsome and a kind soul, and that makes me feel guilty, too. I don’t know whether I should tell him that I cheated in a past relationship—practically brand myself with a scarlet letter and have him probably lose interest in me—or keep it a secret and feel like I’m hiding stuff from someone who’s potentially long-term. How can I take responsibility for my actions but not beat myself up over it? Is it even possible to own the fact that I made the worst possible fuck-up in a relationship without letting it

continue to make me feel like I’ll never deserve love again? Last of all, for future reference, what should be a healthy policy for two people who are dating as far as when or if to talk about past relationships and mistakes that were made? So, you feel awful about cheating. You feel so terrible that you’re asking yourself if you deserve love at all, and you even dipped back into a religion you don’t fully believe in. Your contrition is clear and powerful, and that’s more than I can say for anyone who ever personally did me dirty. Honestly, I think you’ve already taken responsibility by owning your bad behavior, letting yourself feel remorseful and shameful for it, going to therapy and (hopefully) vowing to never do something like that again. Do you feel like you need to express all of this to your ex in order to truly atone for your infidelity? I don’t recommend that, because he sounds unstable and unhealthy for you, and I worry that he’d react in a completely unhelpful way.

(I also suspect he was cheating on you the entire time, since he wanted your relationship kept secret—a classic scumbag move.) Even scumbags deserve respect, but I don’t think it would be worth it to dredge up the past with someone whose behavior sent you to therapy. You don’t have to drag him into this to learn from this experience. You deserve love, and you deserve second chances. We all do. Go on a date with that hottie and take it easy—it’s just a date. I think the cheating conversation should come up around the same time as the “What are we?” conversation, and you certainly wouldn’t rush into that kind of talk, would you? There is no need to pillory yourself over this. You messed up, homie, and you know it, and you’re taking steps to become a better person. I’m proud of you. I hope your date goes well. f

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Cantaloupes by Computer GROCERY DELIVERY? BEEN THERE, DONE THAT, THANKS By Pete McCommons pete@flagpole.com Have you tried home grocery delivery yet? It’s interesting that technology has made it possible for supermarkets to resurrect a service they killed when they first came on the scene. Supermarkets originally were all about cost savings through self-service. Since they didn’t have to pay clerks to fill your order or drivers to deliver it, you could buy your groceries for less than you paid at the traditional store, where a clerk took your order and filled it while you waited in the store or at home..

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who would come down from his upstairs law office to order a few items to take home, such as a “fifth of milk.” Then you had to jump on your phone orders, some of which had to be delivered in time for meal preparations. We filled our own orders, unless it involved a cut of meat the butcher had to handle. We cut up the “fryers,” pulled mullet and mackerel from their icy bins, cut a pound of “rat” cheese from the big round in the cooler, selected the potatoes, figured out which head of cabbage qualified

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as medium and which squash were “not too big, not too small,” grabbed canned vegetables and fruits from the shelves, all the while assembling our orders on the long back counter. When they were ready, we checked them off from the list as we placed each item into a metal delivery basket, sometimes helped by another clerk, if he was caught up. It was a man’s world. Men waiting on women. The delivery man would be anxious to get going, knowing he’d be blamed if a cook didn’t get her fryer in time to transform it for mid-day dinner. We helped load the baskets into the pickup truck, and he’d be off, with the admonishment, “Hurry back, but don’t drive fast.” When the first supermarket opened, our more cost-conscious customers began to drift up the street, but our home delivery held enough regulars to keep the grocery going. Now, thanks to technology, supermarkets can offer delivery, too. You order and pay online, somebody at the store fills it, and a contract delivery service brings it to your home. Me, I’m still old-fashioned. When it’s my turn to buy groceries, I want to pick out those squash myself. I want to see the chicken and the kale and sniff the cantaloupe and make sure everything meets the instructions I have been given. And if I get confused, technology helps me, too. How did we ever shop for groceries without cell phones? f

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MANIC FOCUS I was one of those clerks. Our family store prided itself on curating your grocery order, and we knew the preferences of our customers, or if we didn’t, they would remind us. “Three baking potatoes, but medium size, not like those footballs you sent me last week.” I was junior to a cadre of experienced clerks, who were always willing to up my game with critiques of my work, usually in the form of laughter at my lapses. “That chicken you cut up for me to take home last night, the bones were so busted up, I thought I was eating fish.” These helpful hints were always delivered in the presence of all the other clerks, for maximum effect. We had to wait on customers as they came in and also take orders over the phone when it rang. Things could get hairy, especially on a Saturday, when customers were waiting for us to wait on them and the phones demanded answering. In those situations, there were some customers we dreaded hearing on the other end of the line—those who ordered a week’s worth of groceries at a time. Catch one of them, and you were tied to the phone while customers stood around. We used little order books with a carbon, and some of the country ladies would fill up three or four books, while we scribbled furiously—writing that was “cold” by the time we read it. Finally, there would come a break in the flow of live customers—mostly women, except for a few men, like Cousin Miles,

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