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Prince’s Proposed Road Diet ACC CANNABIS DECRIMINALIZATION AND MORE LOCAL NEWS

By Chris Dowd news@flagpole.com At a lengthy meeting last week, Athens-Clarke County commissioners discussed taking action on a number of controversial issues, including abortion access, the decriminalization of cannabis, a “road diet” for Prince Avenue and long-term plans for both renewable energy and affordable housing.

These items represent the completion of a monumental amount of work from commissioners, staff and advisory committees alike. This is particularly true for the plans around renewable energy and affordable housing, but also for some other items on this month’s agenda. For example, the Prince Avenue user group has been discussing potential projects for the corridor for over a year, and after much consideration, is proposing a temporary test which would switch a segment of Prince Avenue to a three-lane configuration as a way of improving safety.

During this pilot program, Prince Avenue would narrow to three lanes from Barber Street to Pulaski Street and remain that way for at least 90 days. At that point, commissioners could decide to revert the road back to its current four-lane configuration or to keep it as three lanes permanently, if the pilot showed that traffic was not unduly impacted.

“This is a safety improvement project,” ACC Bicycle-Pedestrian Safety Coordinator Daniel Sizemore told Flagpole. “It’s about slowing speeds down while also not creating too much of a delay.”

Sizemore said that the pilot project could significantly improve safety on Prince Avenue by reducing speeds. “If a pedestrian is hit at 50 miles an hour, they have an 80% chance of dying. If they’re hit at 30 miles an hour, they have a 30% chance of dying.

There is no reason why people should be going as fast [on Prince Avenue] as they do,” he said.

The commission will likely vote to approve the pilot project on Aug. 2. Commissioner Melissa Link, who lives near Prince Avenue, is one of the plan’s biggest supporters. She told Flagpole she sometimes goes out of her way to avoid the street out of fear for her safety.

“I see people travel down Prince Avenue at 50 or 60 miles per hour. If we can make physical changes to the road that would prevent people from doing that, we will save lives,” she said.

There have been 184 vehicle crashes on Prince Avenue from Milledge Avenue to Pulaski Street in the past five years, according to data provided by Sizemore. Seven of those crashes resulted in a serious injury, although none were fatal.

Together with commissioners Carol Myers and Tim Denson, Link is exploring whether the pilot program could be extended down Prince almost to Milledge, which is where the street falls under state control. Link also wants to limit the trial period to 60 days, rather than 90 days, so that the experiment can be finalized and made permanent as quickly as possible.

Safety on Prince Avenue would surely

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cutors to be effective, and the ordinance would be ignored by the Georgia State Patrol in any case.

Nonetheless, progressive commissioners feel that decriminalizing cannabis on the local level makes an important statement.

They also want to ensure that ACCPD doesn’t start making cannabis arrests again in the future if the state legislature finds a way to close the hemp loophole.

“I definitely do not trust that our state legislature will not go back and try to fix this [hemp loophole] so that people will be again prosecuted and arrested for this,” said Denson. “It makes sense for us to take action locally before that starts happening.”

Many Athens residents came to this meeting to comment on the decriminalization ordinance. Some spoke in opposition to the measure, saying that cannabis is a gateway to more dangerous drugs, but the majority expressed strong support for the proposal.

be improved once converted to three lanes permanently, but that may not be the only reason supporters want to fast-track the program by limiting the trial to 60 days.

Several new commissioners are taking office in January who might be much less friendly to traffic-calming initiatives. These new commissioners could reject a permanent road diet for Prince Avenue even if traffic is not much impacted, a possibility which may have created some urgency for supporters of the plan.

Myers told Flagpole that she agreed with Link on the shorter 60-day timetable, but stressed that the program would not be continued if it caused large traffic delays. “One The mayor and commission are discussof the best ways to improve safety is to slow ing a resolution to condemn the overturndown traffic,” Myers told Flagpole. “But ing of abortion rights and affirm the local clearly if traffic is backed up so far it causes government’s commitment to “bodily sovgridlock, that’s not an option. This pilot will ereignty” and the right to receive abortion give us evidence, and I’ll support [making it care. The resolution would also instruct permanent] or not based on that evidence.” police and prosecutors The Prince Avenue to assign the lowest road diet will cost at I definitely do not trust priority to the enforceleast $85,000 to impleof restrictive ment if it stretches that our state legislature ment abortion laws, such from Barber to Pulaski will not go back and try to fix as Georgia’s six-week Street, with another abortion ban which $60,000 needed if the this [hemp loophole] so that recently went into pilot program is ever reversed. It would cost people will be again prosecuted effect.

Lastly, the resolusignificantly more, perand arrested for this. tion instructs the ACC haps up to three times manager to update the as much, if it extends local government’s health insurance plan to to Milledge Avenue. The cost would be paid include coverage for abortion care, if possifor out of TSPLOST, a one percent sales tax ble under current law. for transportation projects approved by voters in 2018.

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Cannabis Decriminalization Athens may soon join Atlanta, Savannah, Macon and many other Georgia cities in decriminalizing cannabis. The ACC Commission’s Legislative Review Committee recently finalized an ordinance that would allow police the option of giving a $1 fine to those carrying small amounts of the drug instead of making an arrest.

The ordinance has a lot of support among commissioners based on their discussion at last week’s meeting, but the final vote next month may not be unanimous.

Commissioner Ovita Thornton in particular has questioned the ordinance’s importance.

Thornton pointed out that ACCPD has not made arrests based solely on the possession of small amounts of cannabis since 2019, when the state legislature legalized hemp farming. That’s because, in misdemeanor cases, ACCPD doesn’t have a cost-effective way to test for the presence of illegal amounts of THC, which is the only difference between cannabis and hemp.

“We are not prosecuting people with small amounts of marijuana,” said Thornton. “I am 100% in favor of decriminalizing marijuana, but … we are not putting people through courts and fines. I think the $1 fine is ridiculous. It’s almost a slap in the face.”

Even if passed by the commission, decriminalization of cannabis would require the cooperation of local police and prose-

A Temporary Fraternity House

Several community members spoke out in opposition to a temporary fraternity house at 347 West Hancock Ave. being

considered at this meeting. The planning commission unanimously recommended that the ACC Commission approve the UGA fraternity’s request, which would convert a vacant office building to house eight students. The planning commission recommends that the special use permit be granted for one year only, which allows the fraternity time to find a permanent home.

Despite the temporary nature of the request, nearby residents strongly objected to allowing more UGA students to move into their neighborhood, citing concerns about noise and parking. “We’re already overrun by students,” said one speaker.

Link also had concerns about the proposal. “There are already serious parking issues. I get calls all the time about noise violations, wild parties, and the trash on the Hancock corridor is horrible,” she said.

Furthermore, Link objected to the intrusion of white fraternities into a historically Black neighborhood, comparing it to the forced displacement of Black Athenians during the urban renewal period of the 1960s. “The utter displacement of the original residents of this community by an over-privileged transient population is similar to Linnentown. This is Linnentown 2.0.”

The commission will make the final decision on the fraternity and other items discussed at this meeting on Aug. 2.

Parklets and Short-term Rentals The commission also approved its downtown “parklet” program on a permanent basis. The program has allowed restaurants to use parking spaces for free to set up outdoor dining areas during the pandemic. The program will now be continued indefinitely, although restaurants will have to pay a fee for the right to occupy parking spaces for this purpose going forward.

Finally, Mayor Kelly Girtz has instructed the Government Operations Committee to consider new limitations on short-term rentals such as AirBnBs. He wants them to consider limiting the number of short-term rentals any one individual could manage, and also to consider requiring that those offering such rentals live within Athens-Clarke County as a homestead owner. f

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Some local residents discovered this last summer, when protesters rallied to save the iconic magnolias outside The Varsity, which is slated for demolition. A petition to save the trees drew more than 11,000 signatures. Atlanta developer Jeff Fuqua told the Athens Banner-Herald earlier this month that his plans for a grocery store and apartments on the site would preserve the trees.

There’s nothing in ACC law requiring him to do so, though.

ACC employs a community forester whose job is to care for trees on public property. That’s just a small fraction of Athens’

said Gavin Hassemer, a longtime city planner and interim director of the Central Services Department, where the community forester is housed. “I’m sure that is something that’s on the table,” he told Flagpole. “I’m not going to speak for the [Community Tree Council].”

First, Central Services needs to hire a

By Blake Aued news@flagpole.com new forester to replace Rodney Walters, who recently left for a different job. The thens loves its trees—after all, we’re trees as they die with hardier species. Both department is also compiling informathe only city in the world that has a sweetgums and water oaks are susceptible tion related to the tree canopy study on tree that owns itself. But now we know just to wind and ice, and neither hold up very a website for the public to see. Then the how many trees Athens has. well to nearby construction, he said.

Community Tree Council, an appointed A recent study by Athens-Clarke advisory board, will decide on a direcCounty, the Georgia Forestry tion and timetable for revising the Commission and the University of ordinance, Hassemer said. It would Georgia’s Warnell School of Forestry eventually need to be approved by estimated that Athens has 13.5 milthe mayor and commission. lion trees, with their leaves covering “One major goal or step,” 58% of the city. “This is really good,” Hassemer said, “is likely to be how we Jason Gordon, a UGA forestry promove forward on a communitywide fessor who helped write the report, master plan for trees.” told ACC commissioners at a work Commissioners already have session in May. “We should be very some ideas about what they’d like proud of this.” to see. Commissioner Melissa Link Athens’ tree canopy towers suggested planting native species over other cities the study looked that can serve as habitats for native at for comparison. For example, pollinators.

Tallahassee, FL, has a 55% tree canCommissioner Russell Edwards opy. Atlanta, the “Dogwood City,” is said a homeowner in District 7 at 48%, and Jacksonville is at 38%. recently cut down 53 trees on their Some cities, like Baltimore, are as low property, and that shouldn’t be as 20%. allowed without a permit. “There has Maintaining that tree canopy to be some limit,” Edwards said. “Yes, will become more challenging as the they technically exist on private land, years go on. Athens has lost most but they have a public benefit.” of its older trees over the past 80 The tree canopy study backs him years, but overall, the tree canopy up. Athens’ trees provide more than has grown. Those trees have been $32 million of value annually by replaced by younger ones—most removing pollution from the air, Athens residents protested last year when some came to believe that the 120-year-old magnolias outside The Varsity commonly loblolly pines, sweetgums capturing runoff and providing shade would be removed. and water oaks. More than half the that saves energy. That figure doesn’t local trees are less than six inches in include storing carbon that would diameter.

ACC’s tree ordinance, passed in 2006, trees, though—1.7 million, with 11.7 milotherwise contribute to climate change, However, as those trees age, it will requires the county to maintain a tree canlion on private land. Now, county officials which is a cumulative effect, Gordon said. require a different approach to community opy of at least 45%. It sets standards for want to do more to help private property Commissioner Jesse Houle suggested forestry. “These forests are going to be thin- new developments, but developers usually owners maintain their trees. “Somehow, we exploring a timber tax to discourage peoning out as these trees get older,” Gordon opt to clear-cut, then plant new trees rather need to start engaging private residents on ple from cutting down trees, as well as said. “With older trees, we have to manage than save those that are already there. their land, their property, in a strategy to requiring larger trees in new developments. them in different ways. It takes different Unlike stronger tree ordinances—such as maintain their trees in addition to public “There’s nothing more depressing than resources, different knowledge and so Atlanta’s, where a permit is required to cut trees,” Gordon said. walking around a new development where forth.” down a healthy tree—it offers little protecAn updated tree ordinance could include the trees are barely as tall as you are,” Houle Gordon recommended replacing those tion for existing trees. provisions for trees on private property, said. f

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Farewell Human Rights Festival

By Bonita Applebum advice@flagpole.com

As I was reading Flagpole I couldn’t help from thinking about the date on the cover, June 1. Time has a way of slipping by, and just like that, May is in our rear view mirror. The June 1 edition was not looking back, it was looking forward. After a couple years absence created by COVID, life is returning to Athens. AthFest, Hot Corner, and hundreds of other events that have always been part of Athens are returning.

How wonderful for Athens and for all of us.

Sadly, if you look closely into that rear view mirror, you might catch a glimpse of an event that is fading away just like the month of May: The Athens Human Rights Festival that for 41 or 42 years, depending on how you count them, provided an open and free forum for the exchange of information and views mixed with an amazing variety of Athens music. Some of Athens’ greatest bands played on the AHRF stage.

For two days, College Avenue became a place of peace, love, friendship and goodwill. The stage—designed, built and maintained by festival volunteers—became the centerpiece for two days of fellowship. If you could capture the energy the stage generated, you could light up the world. To this day, no event in Athens comes close to the free spirit of the AHRF. Everyone who worked on the festival, every speaker, every band or performer volunteered their time, talents and energy just to be part of the AHRF. A miracle if I ever saw one.

So as you plan once again to be part of everything Athens has to offer, take a moment to look in that rear view mirror and remember the Athens Human Rights Festival. Take out an old AHRF T-shirt and raise your glass high and give a well deserved “Kudos” to everyone who, for 41 or 42 years, depending on how you count them, made the festival happen.

Drago Tesanovich Athens

The Dystopian Roe Reversal I am a retired EPA atmospheric scientist, and I am retired after decades-long military service. I am a war veteran and saw action as a weapons director. In a sense, I served my country to protect our freedoms—freedoms such as a woman’s right to terminate her early pregnancy. These rights are now being torn from us by mostly illegitimate lying justices of the Supreme Court. All this despite the fact that a substantial majority (66%) of Americans agree that women should not be subject to a livestock version of female bodily autonomy. Women now have been reduced to incubators.

By the way, did you know that Hitler and Stalin outlawed abortions? They were “prolife,” you see. Get this straight: overturning Roe is an act of a dystopian religious tribunal, not a secular court. A tribunal that ignores critical thinking, scientific evidence and proven facts.

Clueless Clarence Thomas and his Trump-appointed stooges seem devoid of intellect. They either don’t know or don’t care about the scientific fact that human life does not begin at conception. “Ensoulment”

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is a religious myth, but no amount of science could persuade these true believers.

Think of just this outrage: Women who are victims of rape or incest will be forced to carry the children of their assailants.

The well-funded religious right minority is tearing down Jefferson’s wall separating church and state and dragging us all back to the dark ages. They all vote. So should we.

Robert “Duke” Geddis Athens

A Modest Gun Proposal There is almost too much going on to wrap your head around. Those who delight in chaos must be thrilled. Those who profit from anger, misery and fear are having a banner year. This making America great thing seems to really be working!

Our two proudest accomplishments: Overturn Roe and get more guns into the anemic system. Those two play hand in hand, can’t you see?

It seems obvious that guns are not the problem—people are. We simply need to outlaw people; at least the angry, mentally unstable, dangerously deluded, jealous, or ostracized ones. I’m sure there’s more we will outlaw as soon as we can figure out who you are. Probably most everybody in the end. But the happy news is they will all be heavily armed until then. It would probably help if we made access to more potent weapons even easier. I personally think it is my God-given right to own hand grenades.

I can’t think of a single thing that would make America even more great than universal hand grenade ownership.

But to that small pocket of liberals who are still upset over the recent events, I offer a compromise. Those of us who are so strongly pro-life have always promoted common-sense measures, such as universal gun rights and the death penalty. We are not so ignorant as to not realize that there may become a burgeoning population of unwanted, mistreated, and drug-addicted babies that will certainly be flooding our way soon. Probably lots of brown ones, too, I bet. That’s why we place such a high value on such logical checks and balances like universal open carry and the death penalty.

That’s one reason I favor hand grenades, but I realize that may seem a little too progressive for the more timid of the flock.

After all the recent events, there may be some chance of the radical left raising its ugly baby-eating, vote-stealing head to enact some stupid attempt at stopping our noble intentions regarding life and death, both of which begin at conception. Only God chooses those outcomes, and only we, the chosen righteous, can be the instruments of his will. I know all you baby-eating, vote-stealing commie leftists out there think that all babies and guns are bad, but please know that the Supreme Court was chosen by God, and they know what’s best.

For those of you still stinging from this loss but still able to listen to reason, I think I have a way to soften the blow from your defeat.

In God’s holy bulletproof name, Demian Maxwell East Point

ADVICE FOR ATHENS’ LOOSE AND LOVELORN

Well, damn. I’m scared. The past 30-ish days have been a whirlwind combination of Supreme Court idiocy, mass shootings and a full-on bombing of a public monument only an hour away from where I’m sitting right now. I wish I could find my pictures of my own visit to the Georgia Guidestones—I got hella stoned with my lady friends, and we snapped pictures of ourselves peeking around the giant stone slabs, giggling and jumping in the air. Elberton has a population of about 4,000, and the only reason to go there now would be the county fair, but I’m too old for ironic or contrarian outings into the heart of rural Georgia. I mean, clearly there’s a person nearby who knows how to make bombs and hates the hope that the Guidestones tried to communicate to the public, so why should I, a queer Black person who dresses like an idiot,

feel safe or want to go there? It’s a real shame though, because the Guidestones brought people from all over the world to an area that they’d never visit otherwise.

Let’s be clear about something: I think it’s pretty silly to create a monument for post-apocalyptic generations to discover and model their societies after. I don’t necessarily think that the Guidestones were cool or groundbreaking or frankly even very important. They were something to talk about and something to go see, and a lot of the conversations about the Guidestones were pretty dang stupid. It’s hard to ignore the impact that the dumbest conspiracy theory ever has had on the Guidestones: They exist because the global satanic elite are bound by a metaphysical, interpersonal, universal contract that states that they must tell us their plans of world domination before they can implement them. It’s the perfect hairbrained justification for nonsense about the New World Order hiding in plain sight—putting the all-seeing eye on the back of the dollar bill, building a glass pyramid in front of the Louvre, stuff like that. Or maybe people are just bored and angry and unbelieving of the fact that the free exchange of money is what rules

the world and not a shadowy cabal smoking cigars in a backroom at Bohemian Grove.

Personally, I’ve found that belief in this conspiracy very often intersects with a belief in replacement theory, seeing as how the NWO need a submissive populace so they want to replace upstanding and hardworking un-melanated individuals with the unwashed and swarthy masses of the Dark Continent. Anyone with any sort of openminded worldview knows that’s absolute racist tomfoolery, but some folks believe it so deeply that they go out and shoot up grocery stores full of my elders. And America has been so cowed by racist aggression that we share memes about it for about a week before it basically disappears from the news. Some people are so concerned about how many white babies are being born that they are celebrating the

repeal of Roe vs.

Wade—they can’t wait to force their angelic and exalted women to become baby factories for the race war.

The situation is so dire to these despicable humans that some of them are happy about the Highland Park shooting, which happened in one of Chicago’s largest Jewish suburbs because blah blah blah something about Jewish conspiracy.

I’m scared. I try my damnedest to be strong and share good advice for managing our fears around things we can’t control, and I always knew that me and mine were targets for extermination by the worst of humanity, but there’s a glass door directly opposite my desk at my day job. Anybody walking by can see my Black ass clear as day, and I don’t know if that person thinks I’m here to take their jobs or destroy families with my lack of heterosexuality. If I can’t see their face, then I don’t know if they’re even allowed in the building. Should I cover that door? There’s an entrance from outdoors very near to it. Yeah, I probably should cover that door.

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By Hillary Brown food@flagpole.com as good as a Baja-style fried fish taco but pretty tasty) and campechano (a combo of steak and chorizo). Don’t sleep on the salsa bar in the dining room, which is kept chilled in a stainless steel furnishing with a hinged lid and includes wonderful pickled jalapeños in huge chunks rather than thin slices and a container of marvelous pickled red onions.

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KIKÈ’S KITCHEN (4272 Old Danielsville Rd., 706-6125944): It’s been a while since there’s been a new and delightful gas station restaurant, but here’s this sweet place to answer the call, inside a Chevron near the Hull Ingles.

Head out Highway 29, and you’ll eventually see a giant vertical flag that promises “birria’’ flapping in the breeze.

The convenience store looks brand new on the inside, with some tables for seating, Keno, a Bitcoin ATM and a selection of hats, sneakers and T-shirts for sale. Head to the left, and you’ll see the counter for Kikè’s (pronounced kee-kay’s, and short for Enrique). As the flag says, birria is the name of the game, a hearty meat stew that bears some resemblance to barbacoa. Trending upward for some years in the awareness of non-Latinx folks, it’s also available at Birreria y Taqueria Jalisco in Nicholson, and at La Carreta (the food truck of Agua Linda) as quesabirrias. The latter are cheese and birria tacos served with a side of broth for dunking, sort of like a French dip. Birria by itself can get a little monotonous, but Kikè’s folds it into a number of different menu items: quesabirrias, of course, made with flour tortillas; and quesatacos, made with corn tortillas and incorporating onion and cilantro; but also ramen (served with two quesatacos—it doesn’t look like a very big package, but the fattiness and umami of the combination makes it extremely filling, possibly Kikè’s Kitchen enough for two meals), fries (basically cheese fries, topped with meat, cheese, onion, cilantro and crema, and, again, massively hearty and filling), tortas, nachos and even a sort of pizza that, at $25, is the priciest thing on the menu. What if you’re a vegetarian? You’re not completely out of luck. Kikè’s does a pretty good veggie burrito, packed with grilled onions, mushrooms and bell peppers as well as cheese, beans and cilantro. It’s vegetarian in a way that appreciates vegetables and provides a substantial meal. There are also tacos: asada, carnitas, chorizo, al pastor, chicken, grilled fish (still not

and thin and griddled in the best way, with avocado and a chipotle sauce on the side. Ignore the mound of soggy fries they sit atop. Finally, there’s ceviche, theoretically available in two different configurations (Mexican, with cucumbers and tomatoes, and “tropical,” with mango and onion), clean-tasting and served either on a tostada for a nice, refreshing side or a full order. The restaurant feels professional. It is spotless. Food arrives speedily, for the most part, although the ramen can take a minute. The staff

is cheerful and helpful, steering you to things they like.

You can eat in the small dining room or get your stuff to go, and there’s even a kids menu. Kikè’s is open at 11 a.m. most days for lunch and dinner, although it tends to run 4–9 p.m. on Thursdays, and it’s closed Monday. No booze.

Find it on Facebook or Instagram for specials, like menudo on weekends.

GUSTO! (161 Alps Rd., 706-850-0855): The latest franchise focused on putting your food in a bowl, which obviously means it’s healthy. I kid, but gusto! actually is pretty health focused. It’s very similar to Cava, right next door, but with fewer options and, consequently, its food tends to be ready faster, although I like it slightly less. The drive-thru is an actual drive-thru and not just a place to pick up food you ordered 30 minutes ago. Its hours, too, are wider: 10:30 a.m.–10 p.m. daily. Brown rice, salad greens, a combo of the two or a flatbread ready to wrap form the base, which the folks behind the counter can then top with grilled chicken (regular or spicy), grilled shrimp (not bad at all) or umami tofu, plus a bunch of veggies and a sauce (these tend to be on the sweeter side). Each bowl comes with a bag of sweet potato chips. That’s about it! It’s a simple formula, focused more on pre-set combos than on endless customization, which also probably helps expedite the line. Almost all options are vegetarian. Some are also vegan or dairyfree or gluten-free. Its virtue is backed up beyond appearance, although it still gets more of a reflexive side-eye from me than a known local entity like Maepole that is somewhat similar in its expressed ethos.

WHAT’S UP: The Jittery Joe’s Roaster Tasting Room on Barber Street closed in that location and will reopen on Fritz Mar Lane, near Kindercore Records, on Aug. 1. White Tiger Deluxe opened a second location in Watkinsville. Dooley’s Bar and Grill is open in the former location of Einstein’s Bagels downtown, at 259 E. Broad St. Sellers Eatery is open in Watkinsville at 18 Barnett Shoals Rd. Comer Coffee Co. has been popping up in the teeny OK Coffee space next to Wuxtry on College Avenue downtown. The Chop House, a chain steakhouse, is opening in the former location of Bone Island Grillhouse soon. Clean Eatz, a health-focused franchise, will be opening in the same area, near the movie theater. Opa Robby’s has closed after nine years in business.

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MUSIC | THU, JULY 28

Nightshade Family Show Flicker Theatre & Bar • 9 p.m. • FREE!

Since 2021, husband-and-wife duo Dado and Curst have been throwing underground dubstep and sound system shows as Nightshade Family, their independent record label, DJ collective and promotion company. Nightshade Family, or NSF, focuses on inclusiveness and freedom of musical and physical expression in its shows, whether it’s glitch-hop from their resident DJ M3WT, or new faces. In this case, a few acts from across the pond are making an appearance. This marks the first time the UK artists have stepped on stage under the Nightshade Family banner, and it’s a big step in an exciting direction for the collective. Deep dub producers Taiko and Traces are passing through on their North American tour, bringing their unique synergy and five years of experience playing in London’s Underground clubs. They will be supported by Austin DJ OldGold b2b with label head Dado and Atlanta DJ M3WT. The show is free, but limited edition Nightshade Family merch will be available for purchase.

[Patrick Barry]

Fox doesn’t shy away from the painful moments, instead holding us in them long enough to find beauty. His songs distill life to its vital essences: love, loss, family and joy. He will be playing Hendershot’s with a full band on July 30, in celebration of drummer and Hendershot’s manager William Kissane. The band will also be joined by stellar outlaw country outfit The Howdies. [PB] ART | SUN, JULY 31

‘Community Views’ Opening Reception ACC Library • 3 p.m. • FREE!

“Community Views Through the Eyes of Five Artists” is a new multimedia exhibit featuring photographer Kidd Fielteau, fashion designer Tabitha Fielteau, painter and muralist Broderick Flanigan, multimedia artist Par Ramsey and painter Mykeisha Ross. This group of local artists presented a panel program earlier this year at the library in honor of Black History Month, discussing their lives as artists, their inspirations and their identities as artists of color. As the exhibit title suggests, each artist lends their perspective on the wider arts community

ART | SAT, JULY 30

Artist-in-ATHICA: Monty Greene

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Unus Mundus’ One World PLUS, MORE MUSIC NEWS AND GOSSIP

By Gordon Lamb threatsandpromises@flagpole.com HEAVY IS AS HEAVY DOES: It’s been two and a half years since we heard new music from rockers Unus Mundus, but all that changed last month. The group, composed of longtime Athens musicians Steve Fitzpatrick and Rob Fluhr, just released a new album named One World. Working with an aesthetic grab bag that includes shades of Melvins and Black Sabbath, Unus Mundus shines best with unabashed, standard-arrangement rockers such as opening track “Tanks and Trucks.” They carry this totem through similar tracks like “Hope” and “Seared.” Fans of doomy, heavy rock shouldn’t be disappointed but, if this describes you and you’re disappointed anyway, maybe it’s time to take a personal inventory and find out exactly what your problem is. Find this release at unusmundus.bandcamp.com. and be a pal over at facebook.com/ TheeUnusMundus.

general. Not all the songs really lean this way, though, as this sentiment is mostly present in the EP’s title and lead track “Tailgate.” Musically speaking, most of these songs have a basis in a strong and catchy riff. I was surprised, too, at how pretty and complete the piano melody is on “The Woes Of Youthful Worry.” Highlights here include “Can’t Put Me Out,” “Til Morning” and “Your Firey (sic) Red Hair.”

Find this on Spotify.

STILL WALKING: Elf Power will celebrate the release of its latest album, Artificial Countrysides, on Saturday, July 30 at the 40 Watt. Nihilist Cheerleader and Chicago’s E.R. Jurken are also on the bill this night.

This marks the 16th LP the band, always under the leadership of founder and song-

SOME FRIENDS ARE INDEED ELECTRIC: Jon

ATHICA • 3:30–6 p.m. • Donations accepted

There’s been no shortage of art generated by the pandemic. It seems as if every musician has at least one quarantine album by now.

But not many artists can say they released their pandemic project before quarantine even began. Monty Greene, Monty Greene however, is not like many artists. Widely regarded as a pioneering figure in the Athens industrial through their respective medium. The openscene with his band Damage Report, Greene ing reception, featuring artist talks, will be is a multidisciplinary artist with a storied held in Multipurpose Room A. All works are past and vast portfolio. In January 2020, on view in the library’s Bogue Gallery on the Greene stumbled upon videos on Reddit of second floor through Sept. 17. [Sam Lipkin] the initial outbreak of COVID in Wuhan, MUSIC | SUN, JULY 31 China. Using the footage, Greene created “Gray Clouds,” a music video consisting of the footage, and released it on Mar. 1, 2020 before the virus reached the U.S. Some of that footage is part of his month-long projSouthern Brewing Co. • 6 p.m. • $12 ect to be completed and presented over the I know my limits, and they begin at the month of July, with a viewing on July 30.

Dead. To give you a metric for my lack of [PB] knowledge, I only connected the dots a MUSIC | SAT, JULY 30 few years ago that Ben & Jerry’s Cherry Garcia is a pun. A great mystery was solved that day. As such, any questions about alliHendershot’s Coffee • 8 p.m. • $10 gators or Europe ‘72 will be immediately The Sufi mystic poet Rumi called the forwarded to current or former roommates, experience of grief the most genuine whose breadth and depth of knowledge expression of human love possible. Nashfar exceeds mine. But, my job is to tell you ville-based singer-songwriter Nathan Evans things I know, and I do know that Cosmic Fox is no stranger to the experience. In his Charlie, legendary local Grateful Dead work as a hospital chaplain, he’s remained cover band, will be performing at Southern in close proximity to the strange focal point Brewing Co. on the 31st. They’re celebratof death, a catalyst so ultimate and stark ing the 23rd anniversary of their first ever that it remains a mystery to those who show in 1999, four years after the death have witnessed it. Fox truly has a calling to of Jerry Garcia. It will also be a celebracomfort and reassure. Whether it’s in his tion of what would have been Jerry’s 80th professional life or the beautiful songs synbirthday. I’m sure it’ll be a great time, and I thesized alchemically from his experiences, might even see you there! [PB] f

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Lester, who has spent literal decades making his mark on the history of Athens music, is working under a new project name, and that name is Toxic Patriarch.

This is easily one of my favorite projects he’s ever done, and I’m personally thankful he’s continued his productivity over such a long time.

Toxic Patriarch is entirely electronic, and Lester is adept at creating in the spaces of house, disco, boom bap, electropop and other associated genres. His latest single came out in April and is titled “Say Farrah.” Let your fingers do the walking over to toxicpatriarch.bandcamp.com, and plan to camp out there for a while.

COME SAIL AWAY: Those boys in Nix The Scientist have released a new single hot on the heels of the one released last month. This new one is named “Puzzlebox.”

Whereas their previous single, “Eyes Up,” reminded me clearly of early Genesis, this new one sits squarely at the intersection of Todd Rundgren and Styx. Maybe the next one will sound like Donna Summer and Foghat? Who knows? But these guys are plowing through the 1970s with compositional success so far, so why not bring it on?

Check this out on Spotify, and keep up with the band at nixthescientist.com.

RATE-A-RECORD: Pop/rock duo Dooley & Baldwin released its EP Welcome To Dawgtown last month. The six-song release is centered thematically–as one might imagine—around the University of Georgia’s beloved Bulldogs and Athens in

writer Andrew Rieger, has released. Elf Power has been an ongoing concern for nearly 30 years, and continues to be a focal point and entryway for music fans interested in Athens rock and roll. This new album comes courtesy of longtime North Carolina label Yep Rock. Find the new record online or in stores, and for more information, please see facebook.com/ elfpower. Flagpole’s cover story about Elf Power is on p. 10.

SAINT-SAËNS SAYS SO MUCH: OK, y’all, I had to mention this because it’s just so dang cute.

Athens-based Fox Music Instruction will host Musical Storytime At The Park the morning of Saturday, July 30 at 10:30 a.m. at the playground at Memorial Park.

The event is targeted for kids ages 4–8, but anyone can attend. It’s also free. They’ll be reading Carnival of the Animals, a contemporary version of which was published in the Story Orchestra series of books, and the music of which was composed by CharlesCamille Saint-Saëns. Kids will enjoy a Q&A session on the material as well, and one lucky attendee will go home with a copy.

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Elf Power’s Artificial Countrysides FINDING BALANCE BETWEEN DIGITAL AND MATERIAL WORLDS

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that time devoured, rewrote the past, turned off the power.

Drain the fading energy, change from what you wanted it to be,” from the title track.

In more concrete terms, the song’s melancholy pop tones and melodies take shape in a mix of synthesizers and electronic instruments mixed with traditional guitar and bass—drum machines mingling with live drums—all working together to create a wholly new world within the album.

In the title song, Rieger’s voice intertwines with a slide guitar and an acoustic 12-string guitar, giving rise to new

Countrysides (Yep Rock), Athens’ psychedelic indie rock staples since 1994 have pulled together an album that builds around loose variations on a new and timely theme. Artificial Countrysides features 12 songs that ruminate on finding and maintaining balance between the digital world that exists online and the material world that surrounds us all.

“That isn’t meant to come across like the old guy is yelling at technology,” Elf Power’s founding member, singer and guitar player Andrew Rieger says with an earnest laugh.

“But how can you not feel overwhelmed by the amount of time that you spend staring at a screen?” he asks. “So many people who are musicians—half of their time is spent online maintaining social media and running everything else online, and it can be quite draining.”

The idea behind the album was born a few years back, when Rieger realized that he wasn’t reading as many books as he used to. “I had to make a conscious effort to start reading more books,” he says. “Thankfully, I have kept up with it. It was one of those things that had crept up gradually as I was spending more and more of my time on social media.”

Artificial Countrysides’ underlying themes extend from the abstract imagery in lyrics such as, “Change the plan

and earthly tones in the music that build in “Undigested Parts,” “Clean Clothes” and “Soft Trash.”

Amid the pandemic, Elf Power’s members—Rieger, guitarist Dave Wrathgabar, drummer Peter Alvanos and keyboard player Laura Carter (the latter of whom is retired from playing live with the group)—worked on each song in isolation. Rieger created the basic tracks, and each member added their own textures and musical flourishes. With the advantage of time, their efforts culminated in a spacious and fresh sound for Elf Power that was further fleshed out

by Jesse Mangum at The Glow Recording Studio.

A scan of Artificial Countrysides’ maze-like cover art, courtesy of Sean Kelly from Boise, ID’s Storie Grubb and the Holy Wars, reveals scenes from each of the album’s songs worked into the imagery. A film camera invokes “Filming The Sequel Before All The Actors Die.” Several drawings of houses depicted in the cover art give a nod to the song “Metal House.” The approach is a throwback to the days when albums came with covers that invited listeners to study them and get lost in the intricate design.

You just don’t get the full picture from the Spotify thumbnail image that accompanies the album’s first single, “Undigested Parts.”

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ive long years have passed since Elf Power last released a new album. Twitching In Time arrived in 2017. In light of the global pandemic that the record unintentionally presaged, the contemplative vibes of songs such as “Cycling Aimlessly” and “The Cat Trapped In The Wall” now feel something like the calm before the storm that swept over the years that were 2020 and 2021.

Of course, it is the mark of strong and timeless songwriting when new meanings continue to reveal themselves as years go by. Now, with Elf Power’s 14th album, Artificial

Rieger possesses a singular perspective when it comes to this kind of world building and processing. Elf Power’s self-run label Orange Twin Records, operated largely by the group’s longtime keyboard player Laura Carter, is headquartered on a 150-acre former Girl Scout camp. The preserve features an old pavilion, a lake and an amphitheater that has hosted live performances by Neutral Milk Hotel, Bonnie Prince Billy, Jandek and more.

“A lot of the time, when I’m out there working on label stuff for like four and five hours at a time, I’ll get totally burned out,” Rieger says. “When that happens, I can just walk out the door and take a walk in the woods and come back totally recharged.”

Later this year, Orange Twin will reissue Elf Power’s second album, 1997’s When The Red King Comes. “It’s a fan favorite, and that was the first full band album for Elf Power,” Rieger says.

While working on the reissue, the group found a song that they had started working on in ‘97 but ultimately abandoned, titled “The Submerged Stone.”

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All four members from that era—Rieger, Carter, bass player Bryan Poole and drummer Aaron Wegelin—completed the song. Just a few months after revisiting the song, Wegelin died in February 2021. The song will be included as a bonus 7” with the remastered and remixed When The Red King Comes LP. Time and reflection play essential roles in pushing the group forward after releasing 14 albums. And in a career that began nearly 30 years ago, time is still on Rieger’s side. “It takes longer to finish albums now,” Rieger says.

“Sometimes I will write something and realize that it’s too similar to something that I have done in the past. That’s certainly a pitfall of having done so much stuff. But if taking longer means the results are better, taking five years between albums is fine with me.” f

WHO: Elf Power, Nihilist Cheerleader and E.R. Jurken WHEN: Saturday, July 30, 8 p.m.

WHERE: 40 Watt Club HOW MUCH: $10

live music calendar Wednesday 27

Creature Comforts Brewery Athens Farmers Market. 5–8 p.m.

FREE! www.athensfarmersmarket. net MARY & THE HOT HOTTY-​HOTS Led by Mary Sigalas, the band plays hot jazz and swing music from the ‘10s, ‘20s and ‘30s for your nostalgic partying pleasure.

Flicker Theatre & Bar 9 p.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreand bar.com DR. FRED’S KARAOKE Featuring a large assortment of pop, rock, indie and more.

The Globe 9 p.m. $10. facebook.com/globe. athens BERO BERO Retro, percussive synthpop.

JOSEY AND THE BAND Local alternative pop and folk musician playin’ and prayin’ with her band.

AWESOME FRIENDS No info available.

Hendershot’s Coffee 8 p.m. www.hendershotsathens. com NEW FACES NIGHT Discover new Athens musical talent. Hosted by Lizzy Farrell.

Oconee County Civic Center 10:30 a.m. www.oconeecounty. com/260/Civic-​Center LIKE TOTALLY! Local “kindie rock” band featuring original songs and family-​friendly theatrical performances.

Porterhouse Grill 6–9 p.m. www.porterhouseathens. com/jazz JAZZ NIGHT Enjoy a live jazz trio every Wednesday night over dinner.

Red Line Athens 7 p.m. $5 suggested donation. Find Red Line Athens on Facebook.

PROFESSOR GOLDSTEIN AND THE ADJUNCTS Pop-​punk teacher band from Maryland.

CACTI LIGHTS Power pop on tour from Gifu, Japan.

SWEET METEOR OF DEATH Psychobilly death punk from Atlanta.

The World Famous 10 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ theworldfamousathens BLUNT BANGS Local indie-​pop band featuring Black Kids frontman Reggie Youngblood.

TELEMARKET Driving, angular indie-​rock band from Athens.

NUCLEAR TOURISM Local band playing surf-​punk originals.

Thursday 28 Flicker Theatre & Bar Nightshade Family Presents. 9 p.m.

FREE! www.flickertheatreandbar. com TAIKO UK-​based artist whose ability to weave funk, jazz, grime and hip-​hop sounds into his bass-​ heavy percussive productions is his characteristic feature.

TRACES UK duo recognized for their minimal productions creating tracks that pay a proper tribute to the origins of deep dubstep.

OLDGOLD Deep dubstep producer, DJ and head of Silent Motion Records from Austin, TX. DADO Local deep dubstep producer and DJ who acts as label head of the Nightshade Family.

M3WT Nightshade Family resident DJ spinning genres like halftime, dnb, glitch-​hop, dubstep, left-​field bass and lo-​fi.

Hendershot’s Coffee 8 p.m. www.hendershotsathens. com BIG BAND ATHENS This 18-​ member community band performs selections spanning from big band music of the ‘40s to dance tunes of the ‘50s, ‘60s and ‘70s.

Southern Brewing Co. 6–10 p.m. www.sobrewco.com KARAOKE NIGHT Every Thursday evening.

Friday 29 B&B Theatre 6:30–10:30 p.m. www.facebook. com/bbathens12 ERIC & MISTY Married couple performing a wide variety of acoustic covers across many genres, including current top 40 pop, country, folk, rock, classic rock, ‘90s and more.

Buvez 6 p.m. $5. jake@encapentertainment.com SUSTENANCE Atlanta deathcore.

BEAST MODE Athens blackened thrash metal.

NINEVEH’S GARDEN Athens prog metal.

Flicker Theatre & Bar 8 p.m. $10. www.flickertheatreand bar.com SPARE CHANGE Four-​piece Atlanta-​based rock band.

SOUP KINK Atlanta band making “religiously loud absurd and expressive” garage punk songs.

BAD MINT Hard indie rock from Atlanta.

Hendershot’s Coffee 8 p.m. $20 (adv.), $25. www. hendershotsathens.com SHAUN MARTIN THREE-​O Grammy-​winning jazz musician and

ELF POWER Long-​running indie rock band and part of the Elephant Six Collective. Album release show for Artificial Countrysides.

NIHILIST CHEERLEADER Local dance punk band.

E.R. JURKEN Chicago-​based songwriter channeling ‘60s psychedelia.

Flicker Theatre & Bar 8 p.m. $10. www.flickertheatreand bar.com COMMUNE New local femme punk shouting anthems of angst and social regret.

Bull with a pint of Jim Beam.”

Hendershot’s Coffee 8 p.m. $8 (adv.), $10. www.hendershotsathens.com NATHAN EVANS FOX Nashville singer-​songwriter using his experience as a hospital chaplain to craft wonderful songs which linger in the mind.

THE HOWDIES Rowdy outlaw country band fronted by Austin Darnell.

Innovation Amphitheater 6 p.m. (doors), 7 p.m. (show). $15.

Garcia’s 80th birthday and Cosmic Charlie’s 23rd anniversary.

Monday 1 Flicker Theatre & Bar Erin Cribbs Art Opening 8 p.m.

FREE! www.flickertheatreandbar. com DJ HEMMY DJ set by Ian Hemerlein (Saint Syzygy).

Wednesday 3 Georgia Theatre Rooftop 6 p.m. FREE! www.georgiatheatre. com SPENCER THOMAS Keyboardist of The Futurebirds and extremely talented songwriter in his own right, playing originals and classic covers, occasionally with special guests.

Flicker Theatre & Bar 9 p.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreand bar.com DR. FRED’S KARAOKE Featuring a large assortment of pop, rock, indie and more.

Porterhouse Grill 6–9 p.m. www.porterhouseathens. com/jazz JAZZ NIGHT Enjoy standards, improv and originals by a live jazz trio every Wednesday night.

Down the Line

Bero Bero performs at The Globe on Wednesday, July 27. key member of the jazz fusion band Snarky Puppy.

THE PRVLG Award-​winning Memphis indie soul duo.

Southern Brewing Co. 7 p.m. $10 (adv.), $15 (door). www.facebook.com/AubreyEntertainmentAthensGA THE HOBOHEMIANS Six-​piece acoustic band performing American and European roots music of the 1910s–30s.

BICHOS VIVOS Local band playing forró, accordion and triangle-​driven country music from Brazil.

Saturday 30 40 Watt Club 8 p.m. $10. www.40watt.com

HONEYPUPPY Local indie rock band.

SASHA STRAY Sophie Saffan leads a folk punk trio tackling social and political issues through song.

Georgia Theatre 7:30 p.m. $37.50. www,georgia theatre.com JOHNNYSWIM World-​renowned songwriter duo with soulful pop sensibilities.

The Globe 9 p.m. $10. facebook.com/globe. athens.

JOCK GANG Atlanta-​based group influenced by no wave and art-​punk.

LAWN New Orleans-​based band influenced by janglepop and British post-​punk.

FERAL JOY Punky rock band with emo undertones “like chasing a Red

www.innovationamphitheatre.com TRIBUTE Allman Brothers tribute band.

HARVEST MOON Tribute to the music of Neil Young.

Sunday 31 Creature Comforts Brewery 3–5 p.m. www.creaturecomforts beer.com LIVE JAZZ Every Sunday afternoon.

Southern Brewing Co. 6 p.m. $12 (adv.), $15. www. facebook.com/AubreyEntertainment AthensGA COSMIC CHARLIE Grateful Dead cover band with a unique and personal twist. Celebrating Jerry

8/5 Leah Belle Faser (Athentic Brewing Co.) 8/6 Wet Meadows (Athentic Brewing Co.) 8/12 The Welfare Liners (Athentic Brewing Co.) 8/13 Seth Martin, Lily Dabbs (White Tiger Gourmet) 8/19 Dim Watts, Five Eight, Bon Air (Flicker Theatre & Bar) 8/19 Josh Brocato (Athentic Brewing Co.) 8/20 The Spectre of Surf (Athentic Brewing Co.) 8/21 Father Werewolf, Maple Stave, In Memories (The World Famous) 8/23 Klezmer Local 42, Mary & The Hot Hotty-Hots (State Botanical Garden of Georgia) 8/29 The Splitz Band (International Grill & Bar)

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Panel discussions, workshops and professional development for Athens’ artists, performers and creative professionals. Free with registration. Aug. 6, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. www.accgov.com/10471/ Arts-Summit-2022 ATHENS CREATIVE DIRECTORY (Athens, GA) The ACD is a platform to connect creatives with patrons.

Visual artists, musicians, actors, writers and other creatives are encouraged to create a free listing. www.athenscreatives.directory CALLS FOR ART ON THE GREENWAY (Oconee Rivers Greenway) The Athens Cultural Affairs Commission is seeking professional artists to submit public art proposals for two sites on the trail: a mural at the East Campus Connector and a multi-media mural for N. Oconee Access Road. Fill out online form.

Deadline Aug. 28 at 11:59 p.m. tatiana.veneruso@accgov.com, www.accgov.com/acac CALL FOR ARTISTS AND CURATORS (Lyndon House Arts Center) LHAC invites area artists, artist groups and curators to submit original exhibition proposals. Artists are also invited to submit images of their work for consideration for larger group or themed shows.

Exhibitions may be scheduled as far out as three years. Submit an online proposal form. Deadline Sept. 20. beth.sale@accgov.com, accgov. com/lyndonhouse CALL FOR ENTRIES: MOOD (Athens Institute for Contemporary Art: ATHICA) This year’s juried exhibition, “Mood,” seeks submissions of contemporary art in all media that explores or references mood. Juried

by Liz Andrews, executive director of the Spelman College Museum of Fine Art. Deadline Aug. 31, 11:59 p.m. Exhibition runs Oct. 15–Nov. 20. Pay-what-you-will entry fee. athica.org/calls JOKERJOKERTV CALL FOR ARTISTS (Online) JOKERJOKERtv is open to ideas and actively accepting proposals for collaboration from visual/musical/video artists and curators living in Athens. Artists worldwide can also submit music videos, short films, skits and ideas to share with a weekly livestream audience. www.jokerjokertv.com/ submit OPEN STUDIOS (Lyndon House Arts Center) Studio members have access to spaces for painting, printmaking, photography, ceramics, jewelry, fiber and woodworking.

Tuesdays through Saturdays, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. $65/month. www. accgov.com/7350/Open-StudioMembership SEEKING BOARD MEMBERS (Athens Institute for Contemporary Art: ATHICA) ATHICA is seeking new board members to help support and share the creative spirit of Athens.

Complete the online application. bit.ly/athicaboard, www.athica.org

JEKYLL & HYDE THE MUSICAL (Quinn Hall, Memorial Park) Athens Creative Theatre hosts auditions for its fall main stage musical production. Email or call to schedule an audition. Auditions held Aug. 8-9.

Show dates run Nov. 10–13 at the Morton Theatre. 706-613-3628, act@accgov.com, www.accgov. com/act THE LEGEND OF SLEEPY HOLLOW (Jefferson Civic Center) Jefferson Community Theatre hosts open auditions for teens and adults. Be prepared to do a cold reading from the script. Auditions held July 31, 2-4 p.m. and Aug. 1, 6–8 p.m. Performances held in October. www. jeffersoncommunitytheatre.com

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Classes ACTING FOR CAMERA AND STAGE (work.shop) Learn how to act with professional actor and coach Jayson Warner Smith (“The Walking Dead,” “The Vampire Diaries,” “Outer Banks”). Mondays, 10 a.m.–1 p.m. $400/12 sessions. jwsclassinquiry@jaysonsmith.com, www.jaysonsmith.com/teacher AQUA AEROBICS (Memorial Park Pool) Try out a variety of stretching, limbering and weight routines set to music in the pool. Tuesdays–Thursdays, 6–7 p.m. Saturdays, 10–11 a.m. $5/class. 706-613-3580 ARTS AND DRAFTS: A MODERN CALLIGRAPHY WORKSHOP SERIES (Southern Brewing Co.) K.A. Artist Shop hosts a workshop series covering various calligraphy tools and methods, then practice your lettering and develop your own style. Sept. 21, Oct. 19, Nov. 16, 6:30–8 p.m. $35 (includes one drink). www.kaartist.com ART CLASSES (K.A. Artist Shop) Classes are held in digital art, handmade books, drawing fundamentals, watercolor, landscape painting, linocut printmaking, printing on fabric and more. Watercolor painting workshops include “Petals and Blooms” (July 27, 6:30–8:30 p.m.). Painting workshops cost $45. Digital Art Workshops include “Understanding Brushes in Procreate” on Zoom (July 27, 6–8 p.m.).

Digital art workshops are $35. www. kaartist.com CHAIR YOGA (Sangha Yoga Studio) This class is helpful for flexibility, strength, balance and increasing circulation and energy. All levels welcome. Every Thursday, 12–1 p.m. $16 (drop-in), $72 (six weeks). 706-613-1143 CHAIR YOGA AND MINDFULNESS (Winterville Center for Community and Culture) Nicole Bechill teaches a well-rounded, gentle and accessible chair yoga class to promote breathing, mindfulness and inward listening. Every Monday, 9 a.m. $10. www.wintervillecenter.com CLAY CLASSES (Good Dirt) Registration opens on the 15th of every month for the following month’s classes and workshop. Classes

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professional experience. Contact for details. 706-372-4349, marina bilbao75@gmail.com, www.marina-spain-2020.squarespace.com UNLIMITED YOGA (Shakti Yoga Athens) First-timers can enjoy one month of unlimited in-studio yoga.

Offer available through September. $40. www.shaktiyogaathens.com YOGA (Elixir Movement Arts, Mercury A.I.R.) Build a yoga practice, deepen connections to yourself and others, and learn to use yoga in everyday life. “Vinyasa Flow” is also offered Mondays and Wednesdays, 10 a.m. $10/class. shelley downsyoga@gmail.com, www. shelleydownsyoga.offeringtree.com YOGA CLASSES (Feel Free Yoga + Wellness) The new studio offers various class times and styles Mon-

All skill levels welcome. Saturdays, 3–5 p.m. Donations accepted. www.aadmovement.org ART EVENTS (Georgia Museum of Art) “Tour at Two” is held July 27 at 2 p.m. “Teen Studio: Magnified” is held July 28 at 5:30 p.m. www. georgiamuseum.org ARTS AND CRAFT BAZAAR AND BOOK SALE (#3 Railroad St., Arnoldsville) Friends of Oglethorpe Co. Library host a handmade market and book sale. Aug. 6, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. www.oglethorpeol.org THE ARTIST’S WAY STUDY GROUP (24th Street Clubhouse, 150 Collins Industrial Blvd.) A gathering of artists, musicians, writers and creatives meet to discuss the book The Artist’s Way: A Spiritual Path to Higher Creativity by Julia Cameron. Every Sunday, 6:30 p.m. Donations welcome. beth@ beththompsonphotography.com, www.24thstreetathens.com ATHENS FARMERS MARKET (Multiple Locations) Shop fresh produce, flowers, eggs, meats, prepared foods, a variety of arts and crafts, and live music. Additionally,

range from wheel, unique handles, hand building sculpture and more.

Studio membership is included in class price. www.gooddirt.net COMMUNITY MEDITATION (Rabbit Hole Studios) Jasey Jones leads a guided meditation suitable for all levels that incorporates music, gentle movement and silence. Wednesdays, 6–7 p.m. jaseyjones@gmail. com DEDICATED MINDFULNESS PRACTITIONERS (Online) Weekly Zoom meditations are offered every Saturday at 8:30–9:30 a.m. Email for details. richardshoe@ gmail.com FALL SEMESTER COURSES (Athens Institute of Allied Health) Now registering for courses in phlebotomy, clinical nursing assistance and other patient care technician courses. www.athensinstitute.com INTRODUCTION TO WINE CLASSES (Tapped Athens Wine Market) Intro to Cabernet Sauvignon is held July 27, 6:30–8 p.m. $50.

RSVP. hello@tapped athens.com LINE DANCE LESSONS (International Grill & Bar) All experience levels welcome. Open dancing follows an intro class. Every first and third Tuesday, 6–9 p.m. $10. thatotherruthgirl@ gmail.com MINDFULNESS PRAC“Maps, Landforms and River Rafts,” an exhibition of textile works by Cathy and Coulter TICE EVENINGS Fussell, is currently on view at the Lyndon House Arts Center through Sept. 10.

(Online) Discuss and Pictured above is “Genocide at Horseshoe Bend” by Cathy Fussell. practice how to change your relationship with AFM doubles SNAP dollars spent difficult thoughts and emotions. days–Saturdays. A 45-minute class at the market. Every Saturday at Email for the Zoom link. Second is offered Tuesdays at 8 a.m. on Bishop Park, 8 a.m.–12 p.m. Every Friday of the month, 6–7 p.m. the patio of Molly’s Coffee. www.

Wednesday at Creature Comforts FREE! mfhealy@bellsouth.net feelfreeyogawellness.com Brewing Co., 5–8 p.m. www.athens OPEN/COMMUNITY MEDITATION YOGA CLASSES AND EVENTS farmersmarket.net (Sangha Yoga Studio at Healing Arts (Revolution Therapy and Yoga) ATHENS TECHNICAL COLLEGE Centre) Uma Rose leads a medita“Yoga Flow and Restore with OPEN HOUSE (Athens Technical tion designed to guide participants Nicole Bechill” is held Thursdays College) Prospective students and into stillness and silence. Mondays, at 5:30 p.m. Online classes include families are invited to meet with 4–5 p.m. Donations encouraged.

“Trauma Conscious Yoga with instructors and staff. Free applicawww.healingartscentre.net Crystal” Thursdays at 6 p.m. and tions, food and prizes. July 28, 5–8 PAINTING CLASSES (Private Studio “Yoga for Wellbeing with Nicole p.m. FREE! www.athenstech.edu on Athens Eastside) One-on-one Bechill” on Saturdays at 10:45 a.m.

ATHENS WATER FESTIVAL (Sandy or small group adult classes are Sexuality Book Club will discuss Creek Park) Have a dino-mite time offered in acrylic and watercolor Pleasure Activism: The Politics of with dinosaur-themed activities, painting. Choose day workshops, Feeling Good on July 31, 10 a.m. swimming in Lake Chapman, live ongoing weekly classes or feedback $25. www.revolutiontherapyand animal encounters, water trucks and sessions. laurenadamsartist@ yoga.com more. Sept. 10, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. $2. icloud.com ZOOM YOGA (Online) Rev. Elizabeth www.athenswaterfestival.com POTTERY WORKSHOP (Oconee Alder offers “Off the Floor Yoga” ATHENTIC EVENTS (Athentic BrewCultural Arts Foundation) Lora Rust (chair and standing) on Mondays ing Co.) Classic City Terminus will share her unique process in at 1:30 p.m. and “Easy on the Mat” Legion Watch Parties for ATL United “Pushing the Surface of Clay,” a yoga classes on Thursdays at 5:30 Soccer are held July 30, 4:30 p.m. workshop covering surface design, p.m. Ongoing classes are $5/class (versus Columbus) and Aug. 13, glazing and firing methods. Aug. or $18/month. 706-612-8077, 7 p.m. (versus Cincinnati). Scrap27–28, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. $175–225. ommmever@yahoo.com stock 3 Industry Mixer with a DJ on 706-769-4565, www.ocaf.com the patio is held Aug. 14, 3–6 p.m.

PUBLIC DANCE (The Studio Athens) www.athenticbrewing.com Beginner Rumba lessons followed AUTHOR TALK (Zoom) Avid Bookby DJ’d waltz, swing, salsa, tango AADM EVENTS (Athens Anti-Disshop and Books & Books/Miami etc. Every fourth Saturday. 7:30–10 crimination Movement Justice Book Fair present Mohsin Hamid, p.m. $5 (students), $10 (non-stuCenter & Bookstore) “Art for Justice author of The Last White Man, in dents). www.gmdance.com Saturdays” are an opportunity to conversation with Mark Kurlansky.

SPANISH CLASSES (Athens, GA) paint to soothing music and discuss Aug. 6, 7 p.m. www.avidbookshop.

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BAD MOVIE NIGHT (Ciné) A dirt bikin’ karate cop uses an ancient, asteroid-forged sword to defend Los Angeles from a corrupt cop, a sadistic pimp and an army of killers in Sword of Heaven. July 28, 8 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/ BadMovieNight BOGART LIBRARY EVENTS (Bogart Library) “KnitLits Knitting Group” is held every Thursday at 6 p.m.“Lunch & Learn: Rogue Waves” is held July 29 at 12 p.m. www.athenslibrary.org/bogart BOOM MAGAZINE ATHENS MIXER (Athentic Brewing Co.) Mingle and listen to live music by Randy Gaddo of Boomerang Music. Aug. 4, 5:30–7:30 p.m. FREE! www. athenticbrewing.com BOUTIER WINERY EVENTS (Boutier Winery & Inn, Danielsville) Wine Tastings are held Fridays and Saturdays, 11 a.m.–5 p.m. and Sundays, 12:30–5 p.m. $6/glass of wine, $14/six wine tastings. www. boutierwinery.com CLASSIC CITY PETANQUE CLUB (Lay Park) New players welcome.

Scheduled play days are Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10 a.m. and Sundays at 4 p.m. vicepresident@ athenspetanque.org THE ENCHANTED BOOKSHOP (The Morton Theatre) In this play, a used bookstore appears like any other during the day, but storybook characters magically come alive at night but aren’t allowed to be seen by human eyes. When a pair of smugglers comes looking for a stolen necklace hidden inside one of the books, the characters are torn.

Should they warn the shop owner and risk disappearing forever? Or can they find a way to defeat the crooks without being seen? July 29, 7 p.m. $6. www.accgov.com/act THE FABULOUS 50S (Marigold Auditorium for Arts and Culture, Winterville) Athens Choral Society presents a summer show, “The Fabulous 50s,” as part of its 50th anniversary celebration. Aug. 19–20, 7:30 p.m. Aug. 20, 2:30 p.m. $15. www.athenschoral society.com GORGEOUS GEORGE’S IMPROV LEAGUE (Buvez) Come out for some home-grown townie improv.

Bring some interesting suggestions and a loose funny bone to help create some improv magic on the spot. Every Wednesday, 7 p.m. $5 suggested donation. www.flying squidcomedy.com HENDERSHOT’S EVENTS (Hendershot’s Coffee) Disconnect to connect during No Phone Parties with a phone-free, laptop-free happy hour featuring drink specials, snacks, games and a record player. Every Tuesday, 6–9 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.com HOPE GALA (Rialto Room at Hotel Indigo) The Ashton Hope Keegan Foundation and Athens Technical College present this year’s Hope Gala, “Puttin’ On the Ritz.” Highlights include a silent auction, raffle, food and live music by the Ashley Rivera Duo. Aug. 6, 6–9 p.m. tinyurl.com/MR3VJSSC MARGO METAPHYSICAL EVENTS (Margo Metaphysical) Monday Tarot Readings offered 1–5 p.m. ($6 per card). Tuesday Tarot with Davita offered 4–6 p.m. ($5 per card). Wednesday Night Sound Healing with Joey held 6–7:30 p.m. ($35). Thursday Tarot with Courtney is offered 12–5 p.m. ($10–45).

Friday Henna Party with Aiyanna ($10–75). 706-372-1462 MERRY MEET EVERY WEEK (Rabbit Hole Studios) Meet members of the Athens Area Pagans and discuss Pagan Pride Day. Meetings held every Saturday, 5 p.m. Donations

encouraged. beth@athensarea pagans.org MOVIES BY MOONLIGHT (Dudley Park) The ACC Leisure Services Department hosts a screening of The Fifth Element on the big screen outdoors in the earthen amphitheater. Bring lawn chairs or blankets.

Aug. 13, 8:30 p.m. 706-613-3800 OCONEE FARMERS MARKET (Oconee County Courthouse, Watkinsville) Over 20 vendors offer a variety of fresh produce, local honey, fresh-cut flowers, unique crafts, dog treats, fresh gelato, homemade pasta, locally sourced meats and eggs, plants and more.

Many vendors offer pre-ordering options and curbside pickup.

Saturdays, 9 a.m.–12 p.m. www. oconeefarmersmarket.net PERSPECTIVES (Oconee Cultural Arts Foundation: OCAF) The annual “Perspectives” exhibition and sale features dozens of regional potters.

Preview night held Aug. 26, 5–8 p.m. $20. Show and sale run Aug. 27–Sept. 11. www.ocaf.com PÉTANQUE CLUB OF ATHENS (UGA Redcoat Band Practice Field) Learn to play the greatest game you’ve never heard of. RSVP. Wednesdays, 9–11:30 a.m. FREE! athenspetanqueclub@gmail.com RABBIT BOX STORYTELLING WORKSHOP (East Athens Development Corporation Offices) Rabbit Box board members Stevie King and Pat Priest lead a workshop on storytelling. Explore what makes a compelling story and learn how to create a strong opening and ending, scene setting and other details. Aug. 4, 7–8:15 p.m. FREE! rabbitboxstories@gmail.com, www. rabbitbox.org RABBIT HOLE EVENTS (Rabbit Hole Studios) Acoustic Fire Pit Jams are held every Monday, 7–11 p.m.

Flow Jam Night for flow artists and LED/fire spinners is held Thursdays from 7–11 p.m. Free music theory group lessons for guitarists are held Thursdays from 7–10 p.m. White Rabbit Collective hosts a drum circle every Sunday downtown on College Ave. from 5–7 p.m., followed by an afterparty with painting, singing, games, yoga and more from 7:30–11 p.m. www.rabbithole studios.org REALLY, REALLY FREE MARKET (Reese & Pope Park) Just like a yard sale, but everything is free.

Bring what you can, take what you need. Second Saturday of every month, 12–2 p.m. reallyreallyfree marketathens@gmail.com RIVERS ALIVE (Clean-up Sites around Athens) Wade into local rivers, lakes and streams as part of an ongoing statewide campaign to clean and preserve over 70,000 miles of Georgia’s rivers and streams. Registration opens Sept.

1. Event held Oct. 1, 9 a.m.–11 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/ RiversAlive SOUTHERN STAR STUDIO OPEN GALLERY (Southern Star Studio) Southern Star Studio is a working, collective ceramics studio, established by Maria Dondero in 2016.

The gallery contains members’ work, primarily pottery. Every Saturday, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. www.southern starstudioathens.com THURSDAY TRIVIA (Johnny’s New York Style Pizza) Jon Head hosts trivia every Thursday. Win pitchers and gift certificates. Thursdays, 7–9 p.m. www.johnnyspizza.com WAFFLES & WATER RECLAMATION (Middle Oconee Water Reclamation Facility) Celebrate National Waffle Day and 60 years of wastewater treatment in Athens with breakfast and a tour. Aug. 24, 9 a.m. FREE! jackie.sherry@ accgov.com WEST BROAD FARMERS MARKET (West Broad Farmers Market) The West Broad Farmers Market offers fresh produce, locally raised meat and eggs, baked goods, flowers, artisan goods and more. Order online or by phone Sundays–Thursdays, then pick up on Saturdays between 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. www.wbf.locallygrown.net WORD OF MOUTH OPEN MIC POETRY (The Globe) Athens’ longest-running spoken word event makes its return to the Globe. Open mic poetry readings are held the first Wednesday of every month.

Tonight’s featured reader is Ciera Durden. Aug. 3, 7 p.m. FREE! www. facebook.com/athenswordofmouth

Help Out DIAPER DRIVE (Bogart Library) Drop off diaper donations in the library’s foyer for the Athens Area Diaper Bank. www.athensareadiaperbank. com

art around town ACC LIBRARY (2025 Baxter St.) “Community Views Through the Eyes of Five Artists” includes works by photographer Kidd Fielteau, fashion designer Tabitha Fielteau, painter Briderick Flanigan, multi-media artist Par Ramsey and painter Mykeisha Ross. Opening reception July 31, 3 p.m..

ATHENS INSTITUTE FOR CONTEMPORARY ART: ATHICA (675 Pulaski St.) The gallery’s Artist-in-ATHICA residency series presents Monty Greene, a multidisciplinary artist who will develop and present a video installation, “Quarantined Apparitions,” based on works he created during the pandemic.

Viewing July 30, 3:30-6 p.m. In progress through July 31.

ATHICA@CINÉ GALLERY (234 W. Hancock Ave.) Henry McEachern’s exhibition, “Cross Sections at the Conundrum,” is an installation consisting of dozens of small and colorful assemblages. Through Aug. 25.

CLASSIC CENTER (300 N. Thomas St.) “Hello, Welcome!” presents abstract worlds by Maggie Davis, Jonah Cordy, Carol MacAllister and Jason Matherly. • “Classic City” interprets the city of Athens, GA through the works of James Burns, Sydney Shores, Thompson Sewell and Allison Ward.

FLICKER THEATRE & BAR (263 W. Washington St.) Artwork by Jon Brookshire. Through July. • Artwork by Erin Cribbs. Opening reception Aug. 1, 8 p.m. Through August.

GEORGIA MUSEUM OF ART (90 Carlton St.) “Carrie Mae Weems: The Usual Suspects” implicates racial stereotypes in the deaths of Black people at the hands of police and confronts the viewer with the fact of judicial inaction.

Through Aug. 7. • As a visual response to Carrie Mae Weems’ exhibition, “Call and Response” is a selection of works from the museum’s collection that considers the intersection of race and representation in the works of other African American artists. Through Aug. 7. • “In Dialogue: Views of Empire: Grand and Humble” displays two print collections that create a con-

Kidstuff ACC LIBRARY EVENTS (ACC Library) “Open Chess Play” is held Mondays, 3–5 p.m. “Virtual Storytime” is held Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. “Virtual Bedtime Stories” is held Tuesdays at 6 p.m. “Preschool Storytime” is held Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at 9:30 a.m. www.athenslibrary.org ALICE H. RICHARDS CHILDREN’S GARDEN (UGA State Botanical Garden) Every third Saturday of the month enjoy a variety of engaging shows taking place on the Theatre-in-the-Woods stage. Come experience music, laughter and connection in nature. Aug. 20, Sept.

17 and Oct. 15 from 9:30–11 a.m. www.facebook.com/botgarden ART CAMPS FOR PROMISING YOUNG ARTISTS (K.A. Artist Shop) Camps are offered for ages 10–12 and 13–17 and take place in-person, Mondays–Fridays during 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. or 1:30–5:30 p.m. Subjects include drawing, painting, illustration, calligraphy, printmaking, collage, journaling and more. $250 (half day), $450 (full day). www.kaartist.com ART CARD CLUB (K.A. Artist Shop) Katy Lipscomb and Tyler Fisher lead weekly gatherings to create, trade and exhibit miniature masterpieces the size of playing cards. Some materials provided, but participants can bring their own as well. The club meets on Fridays, 4:30–6 p.m. (ages 10–12) and 6:30–8 p.m. (ages 13–17). www.kaartist.com BACK TO SCHOOL EVENT (Rocksprings Community Park) Multiple Choices CIL Disabled Veterans Division hosts its yearly back-toschool event. Limited supply of free backpacks and supplies available.

July 30, 11 a.m. jtoney@multiple choices.us BOGART LIBRARY EVENTS (Bogart Library) “Busy Bee Toddler Time” is held July 27 at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m.

“Creature Features” is held July 28 at 3 p.m. www.athenslibrary.org/ bogart HARGRETT LIBRARY’S TODDLER TUESDAY (UGA Special Collections Library) Toddler Tuesday is a new program full of story time, music and crafts for ages 1–4. “Georgia Music” on Aug. 2, “Sports!” on Sept. 20. Events

held at 9:45 a.m. FREE! RSVP: jmb18449@uga.edu MAKING DANCES (work.shop) This alternative dance class teaches improvisation and choreography techniques. For ages 10–14. Taught

by Lisa Yaconelli. Tuesdays, 6:15– 7:30 p.m. $60/month, $210/14 weeks. lisayaconelli@gmail.com, www.lisayaconelli.com MUSICAL STORYTIME AT THE PARK (Memorial Park) Fox Music Instruction will host a free storytime reading of Carnival of the Animals with a Q&A, freezer pops and coloring pages meant for kids ages 4–8 on July 30, 10:30 a.m. facebook. com/foxmusicinstruction OCONEE LIBRARY EVENTS (Oconee Co. Library) “Preschool Storytime” for children and their caregivers is held Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. “Teen Makers Market” is held July 30 from 12–5 p.m. www.athenslibrary. org/oconee SATURDAY CRAFT (Treehouse Kid and Craft) Each week’s craft is announced on Instagram. Saturdays, 10–10:45 a.m. (ages 3–6) or 11 a.m.–12 p.m. (ages 6–10). www. treehousekidandcraft.com, www.instagram.com/treehousekidandcraft SUMMER ART CAMPS (‘Brella Studio) Themed camps include “Color Explosion Camp” (Aug. 1–5), “Beautiful Messes” (Aug. 8–12), Camps run 9 a.m.–2 p.m. $295. www.brellastudio.com SUMMER CAMPS (Foxfire Woods and Farm, Nicholson) Join certified nature staff for outdoor learning and adventure on a 54 acre farm and nature sanctuary. For ages 5–12. www.foxirewoodsandfarm.com/ summercamps SUMMER CAMPS (Oconee Cultural Arts Foundation, Watkinsville) Camps are offered in clay (hand building, wheel throwing) and writing (poetry, fiction, college essays).

Check website for dates and age groups. www.ocaf.com

Support Groups AAL MUNCH (Trapeze Pub) The AAL munch is a casual social gathering for people involved in or interested in BDSM. Drop in, meet others and play a round of Cards Against Humanity. July 28, 7–10 p.m. athensalt@yahoo.com, www.fetlife. com/events/1129894

versation about what it meant to be a working-class citizen in mid-19th-century Russia. Through Aug. 21. • “Jennifer Steinkamp: The Technologies of Nature.” Through Aug. 21. • “Graphic Eloquence: American Modernism on Paper from the Collection of Michael T. Ricker.” Through Sept. 4. • “Decade of Tradition: Highlights from the Larry D. and Brenda A. Thompson Collection.” Through July 3, 2023.

GLASSCUBE@INDIGO (500 College Ave.) Zane Cochran presents “Aurora,” a sculptural interpretation of the aurora borealis using 3D geometric figures and lights.

HEIRLOOM CAFE (815 N. Chase St.) Printmaker and book artist Taylor DiFonzo presents a collection of works. Through Aug. 29.

LYNDON HOUSE ARTS CENTER (211 Hoyt St.) Cedric Smith presents a series of portraits for “Window Works,” a site-specific series that utilizes the building’s front entrance windows for outdoor art viewing. Reconfiguring playing cards of kings and queens, his portraits question the absence of Black figures in the country’s graphic history. Through Dec. 21. • “Picture This” features the artwork of 11 Georgia-based painters who focus on narratives. • “Maps, Landforms and River Rafts” is a series of art quilts by Cathy Fussell on view alongside works by her daughter, Coulter Fussell. Quilt talk Sept. 8, 6 p.m. Artist talk Sept. 9, 11 a.m. • “Robert Croker: At Random 2022” is a new suite of watercolors. • Jason Matherly’s “For Heather: New Shaped Paintings” is a collection of color-block works installed against a painted ground. • Collections from our Community presents “Winfield & McNeal’s Fleet,” a collection of vintage Tonka Trucks and ‘70s Hot Wheels.

• Margo Newmark Rosenbaum presents a selection of photographs from her book, Drawing with Light, as well as a collection of bright paintings.

Through Oct. 7. • Mark Johnson and Zuzka Vaclavic share a collection of wood-fired ceramics. Through Oct. 7.

MASON-SCHARFENSTEIN MUSEUM OF ART (567 Georgia St., Demorest) A special exhibition of contemporary works from the museum’s permanent collection includes works by Howard Finster, Kenneth Woodall, Allison

ACA ADULT CHILDREN OF ALCOHOLICS AND DYSFUNCTIONAL FAMILIES (Holy Cross Lutheran Church) This support group meets weekly. Tuesdays, 6:30–7:30 p.m. annetteanelson@gmail.com AL-ANON 12 STEP (Multiple Locations) Recovery for people affected by someone else’s drinking. Visit the website for a calendar of electronic meetings held throughout the week. www.ga-al-anon.org ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS (Athens, GA) If you think you have a problem with alcohol, call the AA hotline or visit the website for a schedule of meetings in Barrow, Clarke, Jackson and Oconee Counties. 706-389-4164, www. athensaa.org ATHENS COUNCIL OF THE BLIND (ACC Library) Open to people of all ages with vision impairments, their families and friends. Topics include adaptive equipment, recreational and social opportunities, and advocacy. Call if you need transportation. Fourth Saturday of every month, 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m. 706338-3889, dlwahlers@gmail.com FAMILY CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP (ACC Library, Classroom A) Alzheimer’s Association Georgia presents a support group conducted by trained facilitators that is a safe place for those living with dementia and their caregiver to develop a support system. First Wednesday of every month, 6–7:30 p.m. 706206-6163, www.alz.org/georgia LGBTQIA+ VIRTUAL ALPHABET FAMILY GATHERING (Online) This is a safe space for anyone on the LGBTQIA+/TGQNB spectrum.

Fourth Sunday of every month, 6–8 p.m. uuathensga.org/justice/ welcoming-congregation MENTAL HEALTH PEER RECOVERY GROUP (Nuçi’s Space) Participants support each other through life’s challenges by sharing from their skills, experiences and proven coping mechanisms. Newcomers welcome. First Tuesday of the month, 4–6 p.m. pr@nuci.org, www.nuci.org OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS (24th Street Clubhouse) Learn to stop eating compulsively or curb other unwanted food-related behaviors.

Every Tuesday, 12 p.m. FREE! Text: 678-736-3697 PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP (First Baptist Church) This group

is to encourage, support and share information with fellow sojourners who manage the challenges of Parkinson’s disease or other movement disorders. Second Friday of every month, 1 p.m. gpnoblet@ bellsouth.net RECOVERY DHARMA (Recovery Dharma) This peer-led support group offers a Buddhist-inspired path to recovery from any addiction.

Visit the website for details. Thursdays, 7 p.m. FREE! www.athens recoverydharma.org SEX ADDICTS ANONYMOUS (Athens, GA) Athens Downtown SAA offers a message of hope to anyone who suffers from a compulsive sexual behavior. Contact for location. www.athensdowntownsaa.com

Word on the Street CORNHOLEATL (Multiple Locations) Register for the fall league at Terrapin or Southern Brewing Co. Deadline Aug. 22. Games begin Aug. 30 or Aug. 31. www.cornholeatl.com FALL REGISTRATION (Athens, GA) The Athens-Clarke County Leisure Services Department offers a variety of activities highlighting the arts, environmental science, recreation, sports and holiday events for adults and children. Registration for the fall season opens Aug. 6 at 9 a.m. for county residents and Aug. 8 at 12 p.m. for non-residents. Scholarships available. www.accgov. com/myrec FREE COVID-19 VACCINES (Clarke County Health Department) Vaccines are available by appointment or walk-in. No insurance or ID required. www.publichealthisfor everyone.com POOL SEASON (Multiple Locations) ACC Leisure Services pools are open through July 31 . $1/person, $20/season pass. Pools are located at Bishop Park, Heard Park, Lay Park and Rocksprings Park. Check website for hours. www.accgov. com/aquatics RABBIT BOX STORYTELLING (VFW on Sunset Drive) Storytelling themes for fall include “Wallflower” (Sept. 27), “Undone” (Oct. 25) and “Last Call” (Nov. 22). Pitch an eight-minute story to share with an audience. Story coaching available. rabbitboxstories@gmail.com, www. rabbitbox.org/tell-a-story f

Spence, R.C. Gorman, Ron Meyers, Chris Aluka Berry, Bud Lee and more.

Through Aug. 18.

OCONEE COUNTY LIBRARY (1080 Experiment Station Rd.) Landscape photographer Chris Greer is co-host of the TV show “View Finders” and author of the books Georgia Discovered: Exploring the Best of the Peach State and upcoming title Naturally Georgia: From the Mountains to the Coast.

ODUM SCHOOL OF ECOLOGY GALLERY (140 E. Green St.) Natural science illustrator C Olivia Carlisle shares insect, botanical and ecosystems illustrations alongside “The Birdwing Butterflies of Papua New Guinea,” a display featuring specimens assembled by James W. Porter and photographs by Carolyn Crist. Through fall.

STEFFEN THOMAS MUSEUM OF ART (4200 Bethany Rd., Buckhead) “Mother Tongue: The Language of Families” includes Steffen Thomas’ paintings, drawings and sculptures that were shaped by powerful prose and poetry. Spoken Word Night with Linqua Franqa, Christopher Martin and Josina Guess held on closing day, Aug. 20, 4:30 p.m.

TINY ATH GALLERY (174 Cleveland Ave.) Jason Machen’s “Reflections” includes nude portraits and other photographs. Open by appointment through July.

UGA SPECIAL COLLECTIONS LIBRARIES (300 S. Hull St.) “I AM A MAN: Photographs of the Civil Rights Movement, 1960–1970” documents a historic and transformative decade through iconic images of protestors and glimpses into the daily life of the American South. Through Aug. 11.

• “Georgia on my Mind: Finding Belonging in Music History” explores the genres, spaces and performers who have helped to define music in the state over time. Through December.

VIVA! ARGENTINE CUISINE (247 Prince Ave.) Susan Pelham’s collages are influenced by Magic Realism, Surrealism, fairy tales and nursery rhymes.

Through August.

WHITE TIGER GOURMET (217 Hiawassee Ave.) “Bon Appétit!” includes vibrant paintings of food products by Mary Porter. Through Oct. 1.

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MUSIC INSTRUCTION Athens School of Music. Now offering in-person and online instruction in guitar, bass, drums, piano, voice, brass, woodwinds, strings, banjo, mandolin and more. From beginner to expert, all styles.

Visit www.athensschoolof music.com, 706-543-5800.

VOICE LESSONS: Experienced teacher (25+ years) currently expanding studio.

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INSTRUMENTS Cort Bass for sale. Excellent pickups. It’s a real steal! $700.

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MUSIC SERVICES Instant cash is now being paid for good vinyl records & CDs in fine condition. Wuxtry Records, at corner of Clayton & College Dwntn. 706369-9428.

SERVICES CLEANING Peachy Green Clean Cooperative, your local friendly green cleaners! Free estimates. Call us today: 706-248-4601 Do you need old newspapers?

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Female-owned/operated gardening services! We can help with planning, building, soil delivery, planting, invasives removal, regular maintenance and kid-friendly instruction.

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White Wolf Counseling is now accepting new clients in Athens and surrounding a r e a s . W e p r o v i d e i n d ividual, couples, family and teen counseling. White Wolf Counseling and Principal Counselor, Robert Black Eagle Costa brings over fifty years of counseling and pastoral experience, and a wellrounded academic background, including two undergraduate degrees in Clinical Psychology, and a Masters in Theology with emphasis on pastoral counseling. Robert Black Eagle is an ordained minister, founder and principal of the Seventh Generation Native American Church.

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Plumber Pro Service & Drain.

Upfront pricing. Free estimates. $30 Flagpole discount.

Call 706-769-7761. Same-day service available. www.plumberproservice.com Unity Cooperative Labor Partners, a day-labor project of the Economic Justice Coalition, is offering a 25% discount on lawn maintenance, handyman services and moving services.

If interested, please call 706549-1142.

MISC. SERVICES Business Water Solutions offers the cleanest drinking water available through innovative bottleless water coolers and ice machines. Call 706248-6761 or visit business watersolutions.com to set up a consultation.

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JOBS FULL-TIME Hiring all positions for Puma Yu’s, new Southeast Asian restaurant/bar. $12 base pay + even tip pool among all staff. Pay structure includes front & back of house. Slated to open mid-August. Apply online www.pumayus.com Flagpole ♥s our advertisers.

Inclusive salon has rental positions for experienced hairdressers. Chair rental, low weekly rates, great location, beautiful new salon. Busy Beechwood area plaza. Tons of parking. 706-949-3792.

Taste of India is now hiring!

(Busser, host, floater team member). Competitive pay, paid weekly, employee meals, flexible schedules, full-time or part-time, no experience needed. $12–15. APPLY IN PERSON. UberPrints is now hiring for multiple positions! Both full and part-time positions available. For more information and applications, go to uber prints.com/company/jobs White Tiger is now hiring for all positions at the Athens location and the new Watkinsville location! No experience necessary. Email work history or resume to catering@whitetigergourmet. com

OPPORTUNITIES Do you like driving, know your way around town and need some extra cash? Flagpole needs a reliable pool of substitute drivers for when our regular drivers are out! Email frontdesk@flagpole.com to be included in emails about future Distribution opportunities.

ADOPT ME!

Visit www.accgov.com/257/Available-Pets to view all the cats and dogs available at the shelter

$10 per week $14 per week $16 per week $40 per 12 weeks $5 per week

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Foxtrot (56537)

Foxtrot (or Major) is back at the shelter, but that’s okay! Once shy and uncomfortable, he’s now outgoing, well-adjusted and ready to find his furever family.

Jonathan (58040) Jonathan will steal your heart in an instant! He’s a sweet, loving boy who appreciates affection and playing games of fetch. For more info on Jonathan give the shelter a call.

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Work independently, set your own schedule (16–40 hours, M–F weekly). Relaxed, casual, safe space office environment.

Extremely flexible time-off arrangements with advance notice. New increased compensation plan. Start at $13 hourly. Make up to $20 or more with automatic performance-based compensation increases. Show proof of vaccination at hire. Self-guided interview process. Hours: 8 a.m.–8 p.m. www.ctscribes. com Part-time Director/Grants Administrator for Casa de Amistad, Athens' oldest Latinx-oriented service non-profit. Job requires vision, strong community relationships, detail-oriented project and budget management. Spanish competence preferred.

Funded 1/4 time, expandable with additional funding. More info and how to apply, please go to: athensamistad.com/ voluntarios

NOTICES MESSAGES All Georgians over the age of six months are eligible for COVID vaccines, and ages 12+ are eligible for boosters!

Call 706-340-0996 or visit www.public healthathens.com for more information.

COVID testing available in West Athens (3500 Atlanta Hwy. Mon–Fri., 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. & Sat., 8 a.m.–12 p.m.) Pre-registration is highly encoura g e d ! Visit www.public healthathens.com for more information.

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The 2022 Hope Gala: Athens-Clarke County Mayor and Commission will vote on marijuana decriminalization at their August 2nd regular session!

There is an opportunity for public input: Tuesday, August 2 at 6PM City Hall 301 College Avenue, Room 205 Athens, GA 30601

Puttin' On the Ritz AUGUST 6, 2022 • 6-9 PM HOTEL INDIGO | RIALTO ROOM Silent auction and raffle including trips of a lifetime, local artists’ creations, memorabilia and more!

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