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Author, columnist and comedian Steve Hofstetter, who is popular on the college tour circuit, is bringing his live show to the Georgia Theatre on July 27. For more info, visit georgiatheatre.com.

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online exclusive Andrew Saunders, a 17-year employee of Athens-Clarke County who has served in a variety of roles, has been named interim assistant manager, ACC Acting Manager Niki Jones announced Friday, July 19. Saunders replaces Josh Edwards, who left in March to take a job as county manager in South Carolina.

See “Andrew Saunders Named Interim Assistant Manager of ACC Government” at flagpole.com.

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“In general, I’m inclined to support this,” said Commissioner Jesse Houle, who represents the far Westside. Although the area is now mostly rural, Houle noted that Atlanta Highway is a major corridor. They also suggested that existing residents might benefit if they can tie into the development’s sewer system.

Another proposal would bring about 300 apartments with a total of 500 bedrooms to million remaining previously set aside the fast-growing “Space Kroger” area near for youth development and violence preAthens Tech—specifically, McClung Road, a vention, and $1.8 million for workforce service drive just north of U.S. Highway 29’s development. intersection with 72. “A lot of commercial “We’re really at a critical juncture. We’re out there, and the residential is starting to past the point where we can issue [requests come after that initial wave of commercial,” for proposals] and have a wide-open appliLonnee said. cation process,” Mayor Kelly Girtz said at a Commissioner Ovita Thornton, who July 16 work session. “We really need to be represents northeastern Athens, called for a ready to go with a lot of activities.” moratorium on rezonings until an updated The commission heard a presentation land-use plan is in place. “I’m the main one on workforce development from consultant advocating for housing,” she said. “I’m not Kara Fresk based on the recommendations sure about this one, though.” of a task force co-chaired by commissioners The planning commission, an appointed Carol Myers and Tiffany Taylor. That comadvisory board, recommended approval mittee is requesting $1.2 million for grants on the condition that a road through the for local child-care development be a centers; education road to proIt’s a mix of unit types, which public about worker-owned vide a future conco-ops, especially nection to J.J. Harris is something we’ve talked as a succession plan Elementary School. about a good bit in the community. Commissioner and an alternative to selling or closMelissa Link said the ing the business when the owner retires; road should have bike lanes and sidewalks education about labor rights; and access to for children walking and biking to school, capital for “impact businesses.” The comand Commissioner Patrick Davenport urged mission already approved $1.9 million for traffic-calming measures. “When I think the Athens Area Chamber of Commerce to cut-through, I think speeding,” Davenport create a pipeline connecting job-seekers and said. employers.

A third request would add more density A vote is scheduled for Aug. 6 on desigto a parcel off International Drive on the nating the remaining ARPA funds.

Eastside, but developer Charlie Hill doesn’t plan to use it. The rezoning is necessary because The Reserve apartment complex next door, built in the early 1990s, is denser The commission is scheduled to vote than what the code currently allows. What next month on three rezoning requests that Hill is proposing for an undeveloped piece would collectively add more than 600 units of property is 96 one-bedroom cottages, a to the city’s housing supply. type of housing that’s in demand by graduNear the Caterpillar plant in Bogart, ate and veterinary students. That’s all that’s Watkinsville-based SPG Planners + allowed by a covenant on the property, projEngineers is proposing 198 townhouses ect engineer Frank Pittman said. Due to a and 29 detached homes, along with 11,000 creek running through it, much of the land square feet of commercial space fronting Atlanta Highway. “It’s a mix of unit types, which is something we’ve talked about a good bit in the community,” interim planning director Bruce Lonnee told the commission.

Nearby residents initially opposed the development, but applicant Joseph Bates said that opposition has died down since the company scaled back the density and removed apartments from the plan. “We significantly reduced the density,” Bates said. “In fact, the density we’re asking for now is less than would be allowed by right.”

No one spoke against the development, but seven people did oppose it at a June 27 planning commission meeting.

SPG is asking to rezone the 44-acre parcel from commercial-general and RS-8 (single-family residential with lots of at least 8,000 square feet) to CG and RS-5.

Granting the request would give SPG more flexibility in arranging buildings within the property, Lonnee said.

Engineers are planning a public road through the development with a light at Dozer Drive to address concerns about traffic. However, the development cannot move forward until engineers find a way to access a nearby sewer line.

Transportation Tax Take Three PLUS, NEW HOUSING PROPOSALS AND MORE LOCAL NEWS

By Blake Aued news@flagpole.com Athens voters just approved renewing a 1% sales tax for transportation a little over two years ago, but already Athens-Clarke County officials are preparing for the next round.

TSPLOST 2023—approved in May 2022—was set to run until Sept. 1, 2027 or $150 million is collected, whichever comes first. With sales tax collections higher than anticipated, the expiration date is coming much faster than expected, so the tax will be back on the ballot in May of 2026.

The ACC Commission voted at a called meeting July 16 to set project selection criteria and a timeline for TSPLOST 2026.

Much like its older sibling SPLOST (Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax), in Athens TSPLOST projects are selected by a citizens committee from among local government and community proposals, with the mayor and commission having final approval.

There could be some changes to the project next year, as it was somewhat chaotic in 2022. The advisory committee did not include any money for road paving on its recommended project list that year, but commissioners had always been counting on using TSPLOST revenue to repave roads instead of the general fund, and was forced to redistribute $22 million on the fly. “It made for a messier process that also made members of our advisory committee feel confused leading up to it, and maybe confused if not disrespected after the fact,” Commissioner Jesse Houle said.

Commissioner Ovita Thornton agreed, saying that appointees lacked expertise and were overwhelmed. But Commissioner Mike Hamby pushed back. “Let’s don’t bind ourselves or bind the committee just yet,” Hamby said. “Let’s see what projects come forward and what the community wants to support.”

Eight commissioners—all except Hamby and Wright—voted for Houle’s suggestion that commissioners decide in a work session to set aside funding beforehand for essentials like road maintenance and transit.

The county will start accepting project submissions later this year. Last year, the advisory committee received 91 submissions costing a total of $700 million, which it eventually whittled down to 32. The final list included transit operations, general bike and sidewalk improvements, road maintenance, Firefly Trail, the North Oconee River Greenway, and projects specifically for Atlanta Highway, Lexington Road, Timothy Road, Prince Avenue, Hancock Avenue, East Athens and other corridors.

Last ARPA Money Must Be Spent The commission is running out of time to distribute the remaining $5.4 million in American Rescue Plan Act funds that Athens-Clarke County received from the federal government in 2022.

All funds—ACC received a total of $58 million—must be allocated to a specific recipient by the end of the year or returned to the U.S. Treasury. The county has $3.4

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is unbuildable and will be used for trails, Hill said.

Hill lives on Barnett Shoals Road, and “I have no desire to build anything that I would ever be ashamed of, or any of the citizens would be,” he told the commission. He also assured them that nothing will happen to The Reserve.

“I think this is a good project, delving deeper into it,” Commissioner Allison Wright said.

Stepped-Up Security at City Hall New security measures, including screening for weapons, are now in place after a series of outbursts at commission meetings in recent months.

Visitors during regular business hours must now enter the building at the handicapped-accessible lower-level entrance underneath the steps facing College Avenue.

For commission meetings, the entrance above will also be opened. Exits will be through security screening areas as well.

“As we implement these new measures, we ask that visitors who are attending public meetings or appointments plan ahead and allow additional time to enter City Hall,” then-Central Services Director Andrew Saunders said in a news release.

(A few days later, Saunders was promoted to interim assistant manager by Acting Manager Niki Jones.) “We expect most screenings to be a relatively quick process, but in some cases, there may be a short wait in line to move through the security area.”

The measures were in the works long before the recent assassination attempt on former president Donald Trump.

Commission meetings included some increasingly heated rhetoric from speakers in the wake of Israel’s October invasion of Gaza and Laken Riley’s murder in February, culminating in April with a speaker who refused to relinquish the podium ripping up a protester’s sign and scuffling with a police officer. Shortly after, Mayor Kelly Girtz announced that commission meetings would be moved to the Clarke County School District’s headquarters, where guns are banned, while new security measures were planned for City Hall. f

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By Ed Tant news@flagpole.com A would-be assassin’s gunfire galvanized this nation yet again on July 13 when Donald Trump narrowly escaped death as he spoke to a crowd in Pennsylvania. A Trump supporter at the rally was killed by the bullets aimed at the former president.

Two others were badly injured.

Secret Service snipers killed the rooftop rifleman who fired the shots, but the security lapse brought scrutiny and criticism to the agency. A 2024 presidential contest that was already crazy got even crazier after the sad, surreal, but not surprising assassination attempt.

OFFICIAL WHITE HOUSE PHOTO BY SHEALAH CRAIGHEAD

Assassinations and attempted assassinations are nothing new. Sometimes the campaign trail is stained with blood. Four U.S. presidents—Abraham Lincoln, James Garfield, William McKinley and John F. Kennedy—have been murdered by gunmen.

Other presidents and candidates have narrowly escaped death by assassination in the years since 1835, when President Andrew Jackson was the target of a gunman packing two pistols. Both guns misfired, and Jackson had to be restrained from attacking the would-be killer himself. The gunman was later judged insane and sentenced to St. Elizabeth’s Hospital in Washington, the same facility that would house would-be assassin John Hinckley after he tried to kill President Ronald Reagan in 1981 in an attempt to gain the attention of actress Jodie Foster.

Two presidents named Roosevelt survived assassination attempts, one while waging a comeback campaign to return to the White House Then-President Donald Trump enters the House chamber for his 2020 and the other as a State of the Union speech. president-elect only a few weeks away Adding to the campaign’s craziness were from inauguration. In 1912, former GOP two Republican politicians from Georgia.

President Theodore Roosevelt was camThe ever-irascible congresswoman Marjorie paigning in Milwaukee. Roosevelt had left Taylor Greene hissed that “Democrats the White House in 1909 but was waging wanted this to happen.” Athens-area Rep. a come-back bid as the Bull Moose Party Mike Collins also was quick to brandish his candidate. Standing in an open car, TR Capitol Hill craziness credentials, saying was struck at close range by a pistol shot that “Joe Biden sent the orders,” and that that was slowed by a folded speech and a Biden should be prosecuted for “inciting an glasses case in the pocket of the candidate’s assassination.” suit jacket. Aides urged him to rush to a MAGA minions like Greene and Collins hospital, but Roosevelt insisted on giving a conveniently forgot that Trump has long scheduled indoor speech to an audience of used threats and jokes about political viothousands. Opening his jacket and showlence during his incessant, raucous rallies, ing his bloodied shirt, the always dramatic vowing to pay legal bills for Trump support- Teddy shouted, “I have just been shot, but it ers who assault protesters, joking about the takes more than that to kill a Bull Moose.” vicious attack on the husband of former Despite the dramatics, Roosevelt lost the House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and holding election. The bullet remained in his body out the possibility of presidential pardons until his death in 1919. for the Jan. 6 Capitol Hill insurrectionTwenty years later, Teddy’s distant ists—criminals that he lionizes as “patricousin, Democrat Franklin Delano ots,” “hostages” and “political prisoners.”

Roosevelt, was elected president in 1932.

Trump’s authoritarian tendencies and On a Florida trip three weeks before his his coziness with an unsavory crew of dicinauguration, FDR was targeted by a tators are unprecedented in American polgunman. The assailant missed the presiitics, but he was headed toward re-election dent-elect but injured several bystanders even before the assassination attempt. Just and killed Chicago Mayor Anton Cermak, two days after his brush with death, Trump who was with the candidate. FDR went received a hero’s welcome at the GOP conon to lead this country while his would-be vention in Milwaukee alongside his running killer went to Florida’s electric chair. mate, the ultra-conservative Ohio Sen. J. FDR’s words that we have “nothing to D. Vance—a former Trump doubter who fear but fear itself” still apply today, as now genuflects at the altar of Trumpery. do the words of his predecessor, Teddy The gunshots at a rally in Pennsylvania may Roosevelt, who said, “This country will take Trump and Vance to Pennsylvania not be a good place for any of us to live in Avenue after November’s presidential unless we make it a good place for all of us election. to live in.” f

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Wednesday 24 Athentic Brewing Co. 6–9 p.m. www.athenticbrewing.com KARAOKE WITH DJ GREGORY Every second and fourth Wednesday.

El Paso Tacos & Tequila 6–10 p.m. www.instagram.com/ elpasoathenss KARAOKE Every Wednesday and Friday evening.

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

Georgia Theatre 7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $29.75 (adv.), $35. www.georgiatheatre.com TALIB KWELI Brooklyn-​based MC who has earned his stripes as one of the most lyrically-​gifted, socially aware and politically insightful rappers to emerge in the last 20 years.

SKYZOO Rapper and songwriter with a number of notable solo and collaborative albums, including

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BLACK CAT RISING Explosive psych rock forged from latent gunpowder in the Atlanta music scene.

Nowhere Bar 9:30 p.m. www.facebook.com/ nowherebarathens BLUES JAM Bring an instrument and join host Big C and The Moonshynes for an open blues jam. The house band includes Scott Nicholson, Derek Warren, Brent Davenport and Bo Hembree.

Prince, Blondie, The Police, Tears for Fears and more. Dress up in your best ’80s garb for a costume contest.

Innovation Amphitheater 6 p.m. (doors), 7 p.m. (show). $19.75–125. www.innovation​ amphitheater.com ZACH WILLIAMS Christian rock artist joined by friends for a backyard jam session.

CARA TOTMAN

Flicker Theatre & Bar 8 p.m. $10. www.flickertheatreandbar. com DEAF CONDORS Experimental garage-​rock group with a genre-​ bending sound anchored by Peruvian brothers Bob Jesus and Darrick Alvarez.

THE BIG LONESOME Sad songs about love and isolation for people seeking social change and community.

NO YONDER A band that puts a Southern spin on indie sensibilities, blending folk, rock and emo.

Georgia Theatre 6 p.m. (doors), 7 p.m. (show). $27.75 (adv.), $35. www.georgiatheatre. com BOYS LIKE GIRLS Gold-​certified rock band that formed in Andover, MA in 2005.

GRAYSCALE Alternative rock band from Philadelphia.

Hendershot’s No Phone Party. 7 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.com KENOSHA KID Instrumental adventure-​jazz group centered around the rollicking compositions of Dan Nettles and featuring Josh Allen, Seth Hendershot and various guests.

Normal Bar 8–11 p.m. www.instagram.com/ normal_bar_athens HIGH NOTES OPEN MIC COMPETITION Compete for prizes. This weekly series concludes with a season finale on Aug. 6.

The World Famous 9 p.m. $10 suggested donation. www. facebook.com/theworldfamous​ athens MARCEL P. BLACK A true grassroots, DIY emcee who uses his platform for social justice.

D. HORTON Hip-​hop artist whose sound ranges from intense and energetic to reflective and melodic.

DK Local artist weaving lyrically driven truths together with lo-​fi beats.

NONY1 Athens-​based rapper who speaks out against injustice and inequality.

KID ARSENIC Artist emphasizing wordplay who travels on the battle rap circuit.

work with artist such as Dr. Dre and John Legend.

LANDON WORDSWELL Emcee from Atlanta known for intricate rhyme schemes, personal lyrics and bold truths.

TRVY & THE ENEMY High-​ energy hip-​hop artist who weaves introspective lyrics into the psych-​ infused and sometimes heavy instrumentals of his backing band.

Hendershot’s 8 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.com PRIME TIME JAZZ Join Jim Mckillip on piano, Chris Enghauser on bass and Tony “Doc” McCutchen on drums for an evening of standards and be-​bop.

The World Famous 9:30 p.m. $5 suggested donation. www.facebook.com/theworldfamous​ athens JOELTON MAYFIELD Hard-​hitting alt-​country from Nashville that blends Wilco-​esque musicality with the dynamics and melodic edge of second wave emo.

CANNON ROGERS Local songwriter, guitarist and pedal steel player.

THE FEBS Local stoner country acoustic duo.

Thursday 25 Ciné 7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $25. www.athenscine.com THE FOLK IMPLOSION Indie-​ rock duo composed of Lou Barlow (Dinosaur Jr., Sebadoh) and John Davis that was originally active from 1993–2000 and reformed in 2021. Barlow and Davis will each play solo, then together as the iconic duo.

Flicker Theatre & Bar 8 p.m. $10. www.flickertheatreandbar. com CARDYNAL An eclectic, multi-​ faceted producer, instrumentalist and vocalist intent on wearing their inspirations on their sleeves while delivering hard-​hitting, witty bars and unforgettably catchy hooks.

JULIA NYUNT Multi-​talented Athens-​based violinist, pianist, guitarist and singer.

MAYDA R&B-​infused pop artist from Minneapolis who incorporated funkadelic blasts.

Franklin Gun Shop 11 a.m. www.franklingunshopinc.com RC OUTLAW COWBOY Country and gospel singer with over four decades of experience.

Georgia Theatre 7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $25-​ 45. www.georgiatheatre.com PATTERSON HOOD Prolific writer and performer best known as the frontman of Drive-​By Truckers whose character-​driven stories are packed with political subtext.

Hendershot’s 8 p.m. $10. www.hendershotsathens. com BIG BAND ATHENS 18-​member Athens band whose swinging tunes consist of cover music from the ’40s to the ’70s.

JOKERJOKER Gallery LIVE In The Studio. 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.jokerjokertv.com/watch SUN GONG JOKERJOKERtv presents a virtual performance.

Meditative drones and ambient compositions inspired by the mystical and the mundane.

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The Folk Implosion will play at Ciné on Thursday, July 25.

Southern Brewing Co. 7–9 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens KARAOKE Every Thursday evening hosted by TJ Wayt.

Friday 26 Athens VFW Post 2872 8 pm. $10. www.facebook.com/ vfw2872 RAMBLIN’ COUNTRY BAND Georgia-based band playing country, western and rock classics. Line dancing during the band breaks.

Athentic Brewing Co. 7 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing. com THE FOURFATHERS Funky soul organ quartet comprised of Dwayne Holloway, Jason Ogg, Chris Queen and Justin Willis.

Chibugan Cafe 12 p.m. 706-​424-​4286 RC OUTLAW COWBOY Country and gospel singer with over four decades of experience.

El Paso Tacos & Tequila 6–10 p.m. www.instagram.com/ elpasoathenss KARAOKE Every Wednesday and Friday evening.

Flicker Theatre & Bar 8 p.m. $10. www.flickertheatreandbar. com JESS NOLAN Vocalist and touring musician who is a member of Jenny Lewis’ all-​women touring band.

ZG SMITH Poignant and ethereal indie-​folk singer-​songwriter and founding member of Americana duo Smooth Hound Smith.

GABRIELLA DELLAPONTI Indie pop singer-​songwriter.

The Foundry Aubrey Entertainment Presents. 6 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $10. bit.ly/ AtlantaViceAthens ATLANTA VICE This live ’80s rewind experience features hits by

Live Wire 7:30 p.m. $5. www.livewireathens.com 2024 SUMMER SLAM Sound Insight DJs throw a dance party and VIP event.

Oak House Distillery 7 p.m. FREE! www.oakhousedistillery. com OPEN MIC Every Friday.

The Root 8:30 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/ therootathens QUIG & THE BOYS Multi-​genre cover band named after the group’s lead singer, Michelle Quig.

Saturday 27 Athentic Brewing Co. Noche de Baile. 8 p.m. $10. www. athenticbrewing.com DJ MANE TIMBAthens and SALS​ Athens host a monthly dance social with the latest Latin music.

Bolo Bolo Athens 7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (music). $10. www.instagram.com/bolo.bolo.ath 100 WATT HORSE Kindhearted, Philadelphia-​based folk and country infused garage-​pop outfit led by songwriter George Pettis and producer Graham Tavel. EP release tour!

PSALTERY Angular indie/folk rock from Atlanta, featuring Paris Young of Team Deathmatch.

Ciné 7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $10. www.athenscine.com MORBID ORCHID Nashville-​based indie grunge band.

CLAVICLE Emo and alternative band with some twang from Atlanta.

EXIT ROW Athens-​based bedroom pop with songs about the past haunting the present.

The Cotton Press FoxSaid Fest. 9 a.m. FREE! (ages 10 & under), $10 (adv.), $15. bit.ly/ FoxSaidFest2024

SUTHERLAND Musical performance in honor of the late John Sutherland. (9:15 a.m.)

HAWK PROOF ROOSTER Local old-​time string duo that sings and plays fiddle, banjo, ukulele, guitar and mandolin. (10 a.m.)

MAYBERRY WINE Folk and Americana duo composed of veteran musician Steven Glude and creative alchemist Kristi Casey. (11:15 a.m.)

SONGWRITERS IN THE ROUND Featuring songs by Jim White, T. Hardy Morris, Don Chambers and Dodd Ferrelle. (12 p.m.)

TRACY & JEFF Jazz, blues and new and old classics from the voice of Tracy Brown and the guitar and harmonica of Jeff Lustig. (12:30 p.m.)

STRING THEORY Local group playing old-​time bluegrass and Americana. (1:15 p.m.)

DJ MAHOGANY Popular local DJ spinning for a kids dance party.

(1:20 p.m.)

CANDACE & STEPHEN Powerful acoustic duo. (1:45 p.m.)

THE NEW ORLEANS JAZZ STOMPERS Specializing in the historic “hot” syncopated dance music from the early 20th century.

(2:15 p.m.)

THE PG SHOW Join Oklahoma Gretchen and Cowboy Pete for a set of campy, creative rock and roll songs about topics like dinosaurs, shapes, fruits and veggies, and feelings that make kids want to dance. (2:45 p.m.)

HONEYCHILD Eclectic musical project of SJ Ursrey. (3 p.m.)

RICK FOWLER ACOUSTIC BAND Original, guitar-​driven local blues-​ rock group. (3:20 p.m.)

SMITH & WINKLER Jazz, pop and folk from guitarist Brian Smith and vocalist Marty Winkler. (4 p.m.)

THE HOBOHEMIANS Six-​piece acoustic band performing American and European roots music of the 1910s–30s. (4:40 p.m.)

IMMATERIAL POSSESSION Dark psychedelic folk band often incorporating costuming and theatrics.

(6 p.m.)

CICADA RHYTHM Captivating Athens duo playing melodic, roots-​ influenced folk-​rock. (7:20 p.m.)

THE PINK STONES Local cosmic country band with a lighthearted, twangy charm. (8:45 p.m.)

Flicker Theatre & Bar 8 p.m. $10. www.flickertheatreandbar. com THE LANES The world’s heaviest easy listening band.

DQE Slacker rock band first formed in Atlanta in 1986.

BOMB TIRES No info available.

Hendershot’s 8 p.m. $10. www.hendershotsathens. com MICHAEL CARNES A blend of pop-​punk and indie folk held up by meditative lyrics.

NAMES CHANGE Conscience-​rattling folk music with a bite of humor and a pinch of harmonies.

SPITEHOUND Brooding, earnest indie.

Normal Bar 9 p.m. $10. www.instagram.com/ normal_bar_athens SMALL Atlanta punk trio fronted by comedian Samm Severin.

TABLA ROSA Hard-​hitting rock band with shoegaze and post-​punk elements.

BREAKUP CLUB Punk band from Greenville, SC.

GIRL PORN For queer punks by queer punks.

Nowhere Bar 9:30 p.m. www.facebook.com/ NowhereBarAthens JERRY GARCIA BAND COVER BAND Formed in Athens in 2012, JGBCB focuses on spirited covers of classic songs pulled exclusively from the repertoire of Garcia’s long-​ running side project to the Grateful Dead.

The Root 9 p.m. www.therootathens.com SILENT DISCO Grab a pair of headphones, choose a music channel and dance the night away.

Southern Brewing Co., Monroe 7–11 p.m. www.sobrewco.com BACK-​TO-​SCHOOL BASH Dance the night away to a live DJ or show off your skills with some karaoke.

Monday 29 Flicker Theatre & Bar 8 p.m. $5. www.flickertheatreandbar. com BLUE MONDAY ’80S DANCE PARTY Dance the night away to the greatest hits of the ’80s.

Georgia Theatre Rooftop 7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). FREE! www.georgiatheatre.com ROSALI North Carolina-​based indie rock musician on Merge Records.

Tuesday 30 Ciné 8 p.m. FREE! www.athenscine.com KARAOKE WITH THE KING Show off your pipes to the world. Every first, third and fifth Tuesday.

Hendershot’s No Phone Party. 7 p.m. www.hendershotsathens.com KENOSHA KID Instrumental adventure-​jazz group centered around the rollicking compositions of Dan Nettles and featuring Josh Allen, Seth Hendershot and various guests.

Normal Bar 8–11 p.m. www.instagram.com/ normal_bar_athens HIGH NOTES OPEN MIC COMPETITION Compete for prizes. This weekly series concludes with a season finale on Aug. 6.

Wednesday 31 El Paso Tacos & Tequila 6–10 p.m. www.instagram.com/ elpasoathenss KARAOKE Every Wednesday and Friday evening.

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

The World Famous 9 p.m. $10 suggested donation. www. facebook.com/theworldfamous​ athens POLLUTE Grinding, distorted and brutally honest hardcore punk from Durham, NC. BIG TROUBLE New hardcore punk and thrash supergroup featuring members of Weaponized Flesh, Snuki, Pervert and Apparition.

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Cup Stack’s Live Album

FoxSaid Fest

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By Sam Lipkin editorial@flagpole.com

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GET OUTTA TOWN: The Athens Convention and Visitors Bureau, also known as “Visit Athens,” will host Amp It Up on Saturday, Aug. 3 from 11 a.m.–8 p.m. at the development Avalon (400 Avalon Blvd.) in Alpharetta. The idea is to “[bring the] Athens vibe to Alpharetta.” To this end, the CVB promises free Athens-related attractions, pop-ups and different family

“Fossil Into Oil,” which has a nice little breakdown beginning at the 1:13 mark, the set is emblematic of a band that hasn’t 100% found its sound yet but is close. “Holy Moly,” for example, is near textbook-level screamo but the recording ends with the Husker-ish experiment “Preacher’s Inquiry.”

All of it works, but I’m still betting there’s going to be some tightening up going on. In any case, this is a fine snapshot and you can find it at cupstack. bandcamp.com.

I BEFORE E EXCEPT AFTER C: Rachel Evans

activities. At 6 p.m., attendees will enjoy performances from A.D. Blanco and Hotel Fiction. Head to experienceavalon.com/ events/amp-it-up-athens for details.

SPEAKING OF WHICH: The aforementioned Hotel Fiction is celebrating the release of its new album Staring at the Sun which comes out this week. The new 10-track record precedes a pretty huge tour which will see the band occupied on the road for the bulk of September and October. They’re next scheduled to play Athens Nov. 14 at the Georgia Theatre. For all other information, please see hotelfiction.com.

STAY CLASSY: A couple of months ago I mentioned that Quintet Athens would host a performance of local composers playing works inspired by select stories written by local children. Composer Andrew Steck has released his work as of last week, and it’s simply titled Two Quintets. The first, “Rosemary’s Plan,” is a sprightly number with a generally hopeful tone. The second, “The Baby Mummy,” is slightly moodier but not by much. Each of these are wonderful sketches of Steck’s work and as good a place as any to become acquainted. Find this at andrewsteck.bandcamp.com.

METAL CIRCUS: Even though they couldn’t be bothered to actually come up with a decent band name, the ridiculously monikered Cup Stack is so delightfully shambolic and sincere I’ll forgive them this. The band just put out a five-song live EP named Live At Flicker, which should be self-explanatory. Starting with the garage-meets-emo

(Motion Sickness of Time Travel, Hooker Vision) curated a nice compilation of writers and players under the title Birds Of A Feather. It features one track each from Evans, Leslie Grove, Lydian Brambila, LeeAnn Peppers and Mandy Mastrovita. This is a formidable collection that’s nicely put together. Peppers opens it up with a click-and-howl style track that, in all honesty, sounds like meditations on a jet engine. Grove is up next with a pulse-y electro exploration.

Mastrovita contributes a fantastic trip-hop track that deserves some attention among our hip-hop crowd out there. Brambila’s track is, as expected, heavenly and meditative, and then Evans closes it out with a multi-movement piano and drone sketch that ties the whole thing together in a succinct way. Dig it over at hookervision. bandcamp.com.

WAKE UP: A couple of new songs from Sleep Deficit sneaked out earlier this month. I confess a complete unfamiliarity with this artist or even who she is. I’ve been enjoying her work, though, and there’s a decent amount already released. The first song, “Fourth Of July,” is a gentle indie pop song not unlike The Softies. The second song, “Change,” is a cover of Pennsylvania artist Alex G. The version here maintains the original’s slow tempo but, overall, it’s a heavier presentation. Check this out at sleepdeficit. bandcamp.com.

KEEP IT RUNNING: Parking Garage, another group that clearly spent a lot of time choosing its name, releases its new single “Meathead Olympics” this week. And it’s not a bad tune at all. Sort of like The Ramones meets Cheap Trick even though that’s a little reductive. It is, though, a 1970s-style arena rocker worthy of dropping the top down and cruising out the rest of the summer. Find this after July 26 at parkinggarage.bandcamp.com and all major streaming services. f

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he last few hot, sleepy weeks of a community collective project held the July have always been a prime day of FoxSaid Fest and facilitated by Will opportunity for final townie hooEskridge. The mural will be outside of the rahs ahead of the bustling fall semester. ticketed area, so free and open to the public This year FoxSaid Fest has popped up, a at large,” says Greer. family-friendly music and art festival held In addition to the abundance of Saturday, July 27 from 9 a.m.–10 p.m. at art-centric activities, there’s a full slate of the Athens Cotton Press. music scheduled from morning to night.

FoxSaid Fest will feature food trucks, a Originally the idea was to create a folk festibeer garden, an artist market, a community val, but since Athens already has a long-runart board, plenty of activities for children, ning folk festival, there was an opportunity special artist spotlights and about 20 to create a more diverse and unique lineup, folk-inspired musical acts on three stages. explains Troy Aubrey, partner of FoxSaid Tickets are $10 in advance or $15 at the Fest under Aubrey Entertainment. His goal door, with free admission for children 10 was to look “outside of the normal festival and under. A portion of proceeds from box” for music and acts that were interestticket sales will benefit the Clarke County ing and paired well with the family compoSchool District art program, and art supply nent of the event. collection box donations are welcome. Organizers hope that attendees will aid in their efforts Main Stage to help supplement the very lim12:00 p.m. Songwriters-in-the-Round ited budgets of art teachers.

1:15 p.m. String Theory “Daniel Epting [of Epting 2:15 p.m. The New Orleans Jazz Stompers Events] had this crazy art-for3:20 p.m. Rick Fowler Acoustic Band ward festival idea just three 4:40 p.m. The Hobohemians months ago. He grabbed a 6:00 p.m. Immaterial Possession creative crew of capable folks 7:20 p.m. Cicada Rhythm to throw together FoxSaid in 8:45 p.m. The Pink Stones a crazy short amount of time.

We think we’ve succeeded in Jittery Joe’s Acoustic Tent planning something incredibly special for Athens and the sur9:15 a.m. Sutherland rounding areas,” says Jan Greer, 10:00 a.m. Hawk Proof Rooster member of the FoxSaid Fest 11:15 a.m. Mayberry Wine planning committee.

12:30 p.m. Tracy & Jeff Inside the Cotton Press there 1:45 p.m. Candace & Stephan will be an artist gallery with 3:00 p.m. Honeychild pieces from featured artists, 4:00 p.m. Smith & Winkler including Didi Dunphy’s pink swing installation, an exclusive Woodlands Stage sculpture by Noah Saunders 10:00 a.m. Daisy the Balloonist never seen before, a python 10:15 a.m. Gail Langer Karwoski (storytelling) by mosaic artist Krysia Ara, a 11:00 a.m. The Magic of Evan Dupree kinetic art sculpture of an owl 12:15 p.m. Bean & Bear (puppeteers)

by Steve Sweetser and more.

1:20 p.m. DJ Mahogany Perusing the artwork inside will 2:15 p.m. Kemp Jones (F.O.L.L.O.W.) be a great way to beat the heat, 2:45 p.m. The PG Show but festival organizers have 4:00 p.m. Amanda Martin (Music Therapy) made a significant effort to keep everyone comfortable outside as well. The outdoor artist market and acoustic stage will be shaded under a “It’s folk-inspired for sure, but we felt huge tent with fans and misters. strongly that we should delve into other Trailblazer Tex Crawford, who designed types of music than just folk. We looked to the festival’s logo (see p. 8 for more info), incorporate jazz, blues, folk, Americana, will have small foxes on hand that the bluegrass, alt-country, classical, singcommunity can paint and take home as er-songwriters, etc. We worked hard to try a souvenir. Peter Loose will be creating to distinguish the festival as something a new art car onsite for onlookers to different from other long-running festivals observe. Ara, whose Project Ginkgo public that were mainly genre-driven or heavy on art already includes 20 mosaics around indie rock/college rock,” says Aubrey. downtown Athens, will have new ceramic The Main Stage and kids’ Woodlands Ginkgo leaves that attendees can help glaze. Stage will be air-conditioned indoors, and Sweetser will be bringing his “Howlin Art” the Jittery Joe’s Acoustic Tent will be outvan covered in chalkboard paint ready for doors. The Woodlands Stage will feature kids to cover in their favorite woodland a variety of kid-friendly entertainment, creatures. including magic, stories, puppets and more.

“I was a part of the Athens Downtown To close out the festival, The Pink Stones Development Art Decko project this year, will headline indoors at 8:45 p.m. See the and I was able to carve off one of the box for the full schedule of performances. panels and specify it as a community mural For more info or to purchase tickets, project. The painting of the mural will be visit foxsaidfest.com. f

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Tex Crawford

FOXSAID FEST’S THEME ARTIST TURNS JUNK INTO JOY

By Jessica Smith arts@flagpole.com Call over the next handful of years. With time, he was participating in enough art festivals and completing enough commissions to sustain himself as a full-time artist.

Drawn in by the city’s flourishing scene, Crawford first moved to Athens in 1991 with the intentions of pursuing a career in the music industry and briefly owned a recording studio. While recording and producing the American Dream album for Dubconscious, he met a saxophone player named George Davidson who was sent to the studio to record a few horn parts. To

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With a passion for turning junk into joy, self-taught artist Tex Crawford’s curious and creative spirit has led him to transform repurposed materials into works of art for over two decades. His cut tin creations vibrate with bright colors, often detailed with dizzying petroglyph-like illustrations.

While his preferred medium is reclaimed roofing tin, he also creates paintings and sculptural assemblages constructed from found objects. His vibrant and fantastical world is one in which wildlife, dinosaurs, flying saucers and creatures of the imagination co-exist.

For Crawford, making artwork has often been about finding a balance between the ups and downs of the human experience. While typically uplifting and exuberant, his artwork recognizes that it’s the trials and tribulations of life that lead to a deeper appreciation for finding happiness or beauty.

“When I was six I found my mother, who had committed suicide, and I think my imagination broke wide open,” says Crawford. “Looking back now, I think doodling and drawing really helped me to cope with her loss. I created an imaginary world through my art that for many years I felt safe inside of.”

Though creative from a young age, it wasn’t until the early 2000s that he began professionally pivoting towards visual art. He and his late wife had just moved further out to Crawford, where they rented a small cottage that stood behind Lamar Wood’s Brick House Gallery. As he passed a giant pile of roofing tin on his daily walk to the mailbox, he began visualizing the silhouettes of giant creatures across the long sheets of tin. With Wood’s blessing, he cut the tin to create his first “Textopians,” totem-like characters that towered 15 feet tall.

Wood encouraged him to create additional pieces for an upcoming exhibition.

Before long, Crawford found a new rhythm of balancing his artistic practice with his engineering work for various sound companies, the Local IATSE 824 union, and downtown venues such as Tasty World and Last

Crawford’s surprise, Davidson turned out to be the artist who had made several linocut prints of blues artists—simply signed “GD”—in Crawford’s collection.

“He really taught me a lot about art and finding my unique voice, as well as helping me to understand the cyclical journey of being an artist,” says Crawford. “[He] shared with me insights and wisdom that he had spent a lifetime gathering through his own career and creative path. Without George’s friendship and guidance, I don’t think I would’ve had the understanding and skills to have stayed the path this long.”

Carrying the torch for Georgia’s rich history of self-taught artists, Crawford also cites R.A. Miller and Howard Finster as significant influences on his style. Miller is best remembered for the hundreds of whirligigs and simple, sharp-edged metal cutouts that he covered his lawn with and would sell by the side of the road. Finster, a prolific preacher-turned-artist who churned out tens of thousands of works, developed Paradise Garden—a visionary art environment full of sculptures, mosaics, paintings and all sorts of exquisitely strange structures—over the course of 30-plus years.

Both artists relied heavily on repurposed materials and, like Crawford, often used their works as vehicles to relay inspirational or spiritual messages.

“I’ve always been drawn to the fact that a lot of materials I use had a purpose and life before I interact with them to create an artifact,” says Crawford. “I mean, some of the roofing tin I’ve used sheltered livestock through storms and winter, and now it has been transformed into a creature that hangs on someone’s wall, hopefully giving them some enjoyment and happiness, and not rotting in a landfill.

It’s not a new concept by any means.

However, the message comes through loud and clear with a little ingenuity and imagination. A lot of the materials we’re so quick to toss into the landfill could be repurposed into all types of solutions.

When I look at a pile of ‘junk,’ I see opportunity and possibilities.”

Like the creature bearing the message “Sow Seeds of Love” on this week’s cover of Flagpole, Crawford’s work is known to amplify themes of love, joy and hope.

Those in his online orbit, and those lucky enough to cross paths in person, are regularly greeted with optimistic messages that radiate with positive energy.

It feels cosmically cruel, then, for Crawford’s life to have been irrevocably changed when his wife and best friend, Donna Marie Crawford, died unexpectedly in February earlier this year. Friends quickly rallied with a GoFundMe campaign to support him as he traveled the rocky road ahead.

“I feel most fortunate for all the love and support I have received from my family, friends and this wonderful community as a whole,” says Crawford. “There aren’t really words that can even come close to expressing the gratitude I feel in my heart from all the acts of kindness and compassion that so many folks, friends and family have

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Despite his devastating loss, Crawford has slowly begun returning to his studio to create artwork. At first, he’d experience headaches, nausea, feelings of guilt and even panic attacks. But with the guidance of a therapist and his support network, he’s begun taking the time to process his emotions and use art as a tool for coping through tragedy. He notes that Your Brain on Art: How the Arts Transform Us, a New York Times Bestseller by Susan Magsamen and Ivy Ross, was particularly helpful in presenting research on how art-making can dramatically reduce the effects of PostTraumatic Stress Disorder.

“I think I realized a while back that it’s going to be a long journey of healing that so many other folks unfortunately are having to make or will have to make down the road,” says Crawford. “I was blessed to have found my soulmate, and the cost of true love if we outlive our dearest is to understand in a deep way true loss. However, I’m committed to continuing on Donna’s legacy of love. She taught me how to be grateful for every new day, and to stop and notice the beauty and wonder that surrounds us all. I really miss the way she would look at me with that light in her eyes as if there wasn’t anything I couldn’t accomplish!”

Crawford recently designed the theme artwork for FoxSaid Fest, a new folk-forward music and arts festival that will be held this weekend on Saturday, July 27 at the Athens Cotton Press (see story on p. 7). In addition to an artist market, the festival’s programming emphasizes participatory art experiences led by professional artists. Crawford plans to bring several different sized creatures cut from reclaimed Baltic birch, including a fox, for attendees to paint and take home as mementos.

Looking towards the future, Crawford is steadily creating new artwork in anticipation of multiple notable festivals across the Southeast. On Sept. 21–22 in Summerville he’ll return to Finster Fest, an annual festival with a sizable artist market and live music performances that take over the grounds of Paradise Garden. On Feb. 21–23 in Pittsboro, NC, Crawford will participate in the Fearrington Folk Art Show, another long-running staple of the folk art world that’s dedicated to celebrating self-taught artists. To keep up with Crawford, visit instagram.com/tex_s_crawford or texcrawfordcreations.com. f

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CLASSES: MS PowerPoint Basics (ACC Library) Learn how to create slides, enter content, change layouts and use styles and themes. 10 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org CLASSES: ESOL (Bogart Library) Learn or polish your English skills using Mango languages online and in-​person basic conversation and vocabulary. 12:30 p.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/bogart EVENTS: Tiki Taco Tuesday (Live Wire) Enjoy live music, craft cocktails and a taco pop-​up from Don Carne. Tuesdays, 5–10 p.m. www. livewireathens.com EVENTS: West Broad Farmers Market and Garden (Athentic Brewing Co.) Vendors will be on site with fresh produce, local fare, rare plants and more. Second and Fourth Tuesdays, 5–8 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com EVENTS: Ballroom and Brews (Athentic Brewing Co.) Learn a new ballroom dance style each month, then dance the night away. Fourth Tuesdays, 6–7 p.m. (lesson). 7–9 p.m. (open dance). www.athenticbrewing.com FILM: OLLI Summer Film Festival (Ciné) This weekly film festival featuring women directors sponsored

by OLLI presents Away From Her. Tuesdays, 1:30 p.m. $8. www. athenscine.com FILM: This or That: Adventure Movie (Bogart Library) Screening of an adventure movie voted on by attendees. Second and fourth Tuesdays, 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart GAMES: Lunch and Learn New Games (Tyche’s Games) Come down with your lunch and try out some new games. 11:30 a.m.

FREE! www.tychesgames.com GAMES: Mahjong Club (Winterville Cultural Center) Learn to play the ancient Chinese game of Mahjong.

Tuesdays & Thursdays, 1​​–4 p.m. $1. www.wintervillecenter.com GAMES: Tuesday Night Shenanigans (Southern Brewing Co.) Play board games and arcade games on site, bring your own games or even your D&D group. Tuesdays, 5–10 p.m. www.sobrewco.com GAMES: Classic City Trivia (Akademia Brewing Co.) Test your trivia knowledge with host Garrett Lennox.

7 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ ClassicCityTriviaCo GAMES: Singo! (Beef O’Brady’s) Win gift certificates and prizes at this music bingo night. Tuesdays, 7–9 p.m. www.beefobradys.com/athens KIDSTUFF: Brella Art Studio Truck (Oglethorpe Co. Library) Learn about different ways to make art then get to making it yourself. All ages. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oglethorpe KIDSTUFF: Storytime (Oconee County Library) Drop in and join Ms. Jera for rhymes, songs, movement, a story and a craft. Ages 5 & under. 11 a.m. & 12 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee KIDSTUFF: LEGO Robots Workshop (ACC Library) Learn how to build real, working robots while practicing teamwork skills. Ages 7 & up. Registration required. 2 p.m.

FREE! www.athenslibrary.org KIDSTUFF: Crafternoon (Oconee County Library) Drop in for a craft

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or two. Supplies Provided. All ages.

Tuesdays, 3:30–5:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee LECTURES & LIT: Mystery Book Club (Bogart Library) Join Dr. Penny Mills to discuss Caleb Carr’s novel The Alienist. 5:30​​–6:30 p.m.

FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart MEETINGS: Knot Just For Knitters (Oconee County Library) Bring your own crafting project to work on while chatting with fellow crafters.

Tuesdays, 3–5 p.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/oconee MEETINGS: Athens Photography Guild (Lyndon House Arts Center) Chuck Murphy will share tips and tricks to help you get great shots of the birds in your backyard and garden. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athensphotographyguild.wordpress.com SPORTS: Classic City Pétanque Club (Lay Park) New players welcome. Scheduled days are Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays at 10 a.m. info@petanque.org, www. athenspetanque.org

KIDSTUFF: Mr. Keith the Magic Man (Bogart Library) Enjoy a show with puppets, magic and ventriloquism. All ages. 3 p.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/bogart KIDSTUFF: LEGO & Builder’s Club (Bogart Library) Drop in to use LEGOs and other building materials.

All ages. 3:30–5:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart KIDSTUFF: Tween/Teen Magic Workshop (Bogart Library) Professional magician Keith Karnok will lead a magic workshop with a bag of tricks for attendees to take home.

4 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary. org/bogart

playing game. Ages 18 & up. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/ bogart GAMES: Thursday Trivia (Johnny’s New York Style Pizza) Test your trivia knowledge with host Jon Head. 6:30 p.m. www.johnnyspizza. com KIDSTUFF: Awesome Animals (ACC Library) Learn about the animals that live around us with Ranger Nick and see them up close.

10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org KIDSTUFF: Open Play (Oconee County Library) Drop in for playtime that’s focused on encouraging early

Wednesday 24 CLASSES: Salsa Dancing (El Carretonero) Join SALSAthens for Cuban salsa lessons meeting a variety of dance abilities. Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. (advanced), 7:30 p.m. (beginner/intermediate). $10. SALSAthensDancing@gmail.com CLASSES: Microsoft Word (ACC Library) Learn how to use styles, themes and templates to create a professional looking document.

Registration is required. 6:30 p.m.

FREE! www.athenslibrary.org COMEDY: Gorgeous George’s Improv League (Buvez) Townie improv that invites you to bring suggestions to help create improv magic. Wednesdays, 7 p.m. $5 suggested donation. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com EVENTS: Athens Farmers Market (Creature Comforts Brewery) Markets offer fresh produce, flowers, eggs, meats, prepared foods, art and crafts. Live music at 6 p.m.

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Wednesdays, 5–8 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net FILM: My Bloody Horrorcast (Flicker Theatre & Bar) Screening of the 1987 horror comedy film Ghoulies 2. 7 p.m. FREE! www. flickertheatreandbar.com GAMES: Shadowfist Power Lunch (Tyche’s Games) Come down with your lunch and play Shadowfist.

New players welcome. 12 p.m.

FREE! www.tychesgames.com GAMES: Classic City Trivia (The Local 706) Test your trivia knowledge with host Garrett Lennox. 7 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ ClassicCityTriviaCo GAMES: Bad Dog Trivia (Eddie’s Calzones) Test your trivia knowledge with host Nickalous Benson.

Wednesdays, 7 p.m. www.facebook. com/baddogathens KIDSTUFF: Busy Bee Toddler Time (Bogart Library) Join Ms. Donna for rhymes, songs, puppets and a story. 10 a.m. & 11 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart KIDSTUFF: Superwoman Meet and Greet (Oconee County Library) Drop in to have a photo taken with the famous superhero. 11 a.m.

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Sharon McDearis will discuss her 3-D art techniques and lead a workshop at the Winterville Cultural Center Gallery on July 27.

KIDSTUFF: The Great Library Bake Off (Oconee County Library) Show off your culinary skills to become the library’s next baking champion and then enjoy eating your creation.

Ages 12​​–18. 6 p.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/oconee OUTDOORS: ‘Normal’ Run (Athentic Brewing Co.) Join the Athens Road Runners for a 1–3 mile run that starts and ends at Athentic Brewing.

Every other Wednesday, 6:30 p.m.

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Thursday 25 ART: Closing Reception (tiny ATH gallery) Works by Christina Habibi will be on view. 5–8 p.m. FREE! www.tinyathgallery.com ART: Artist Talk (Lyndon House Arts Center) Artist Amiri Farris will discuss the current abstract paint and collage works featured in his exhibition. 6–8 p.m. FREE! www. accgov.com/lyndonhouse FILM: Tokusatsu Thursdays (ACC Library) Screening of the 1967 Japanese fantasy film King Kong Escapes. 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org GAMES: Mahjong Club (Winterville Cultural Center) Learn to play the ancient Chinese game of Mahjong.

Tuesdays & Thursdays, 1​​–4 p.m. $1. www.wintervillecenter.com GAMES: BINGO (VFW Post 2872) Join in to play this weekly game of chance. Thursdays, 6 p.m. (doors).

FREE! www.facebook.com/vfw2872 GAMES: Adult Dungeons & Dragons (Bogart Library) All skill levels are invited to join the popular role

literacy and brain building. Ages 5 & under. 11 a.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/oconee KIDSTUFF: Learn To Make Butter (Oconee County Library) Join the GA Soil and Water Conservation Commission as they share a story and demonstrate how to make butter. 1 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee KIDSTUFF: LEGO Mania (Bogart Library) Drop in to free build and create. All ages. 3–5 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart KIDSTUFF: LEGO Club (Oconee County Library) Drop in to free build and create, or do one of the fun LEGO challenges. Ages 5–12.

Thursdays, 3:30–5:30. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/oconee KIDSTUFF: Insects of the Night (Sandy Creek Nature Center) Go on a night hike and learn about insects attracted with special lights at night.

8 p.m. $5 (ACC residents), $7.50 (non-​residents). www.accgovga. myrec.com LECTURES & LIT: Sound Studies Reading Series (Buvez) Authors Hannah V. Warren and Gabriel Dozal will read from their debut poetry collections. 7 p.m. FREE! www. facebook.com/buvezathens MEETINGS: Coffee Hour (Oconee County Library) Drop in to drink some coffee, while supplies last.

Thursdays, 11 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee MEETINGS: KnitLits Knitting Group (Bogart Library) Knitters of all levels are invited to have fun, share craft ideas and knit to their hearts’ content. Thursdays, 6 p.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/bogart

OUTDOORS: Athentic Cycling Group (Athentic Brewing Co.) Cyclists of all skill levels are invited for a no-​drop group ride that starts and ends at Athentic Brewing. Every other Thursday, 6 p.m. FREE! www. athenticbrewing.com SPORTS: Classic City Pétanque Club (Lay Park) New players welcome. Scheduled days are Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays at 10 a.m. info@petanque.org, www. athenspetanque.org

Friday 26 ART: Pop-​Up Gallery (Big City Bread Café) Artist Michael Lachowski’s exhibition “The media in themselves” features a collection of his drawings. July 26, 5–8 p.m. (reception). July 27–28, 11 a.m.–3 p.m. www.michaellachowski.com ART: Opening Reception (MAGallery) The 2024 Annual Members Exhibition “It Figures” features 20 MAG membership artists with about 40 pieces of work. 6–8 p.m. FREE! themadisonartistsguild.org CLASSES: Skincare of the Ancient World (Oconee County Library) Learn how to create skincare products using the oils and spices that the Ancient Egyptians, Greeks and Romans would have used. 4 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/ oconee COMEDY: Comedy Night (Foxglove Plantbar) Share some laughs with a lineup of local comedians. 8 p.m. $10. www.foxgloveplantbar.com EVENTS: Ecstatic Dance (work. shop) This ceremony of rejuvenation and inspiration is a substance-​free and inclusive musical celebration. 7–9 p.m. $20. www. ecstaticdanceathen.wixsite.com/ xstaticdanceathensga GAMES: Chess Club (Winterville Cultural Center) Join others for a weekly chess competition. Fridays, 6–10 p.m. FREE! www.wintervillecenter.com GAMES: Friday Night Initiative (Online: Tyche’s Games) Learn how to play a new roleplaying game.

New players welcome. 7 p.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com KIDSTUFF: Meet & Play (Bogart Library) Drop in for facilitated open play with age-​appropriate toys. Best for ages 6 & under. Every Friday, 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart KIDSTUFF: Experience Virtual Reality (ACC Library) Learn about and experience the world of virtual reality. Ages 5 & up. Registration required. 2 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org PERFORMANCE: Athens Showgirl Cabaret Fabulous Fridays (Hendershots) Enjoy a fabulous night of ’90s-​themed drag entertainment.

Ages 18 & up. 9 p.m. $5. www. athensshowgirlcabaret.com

Saturday 27 ART: Artist Talk (Winterville Cultural Center Gallery) Sharon McDearis will discuss how she created 3D art using found items, then lead a workshop with supplies provided.

10 a.m. FREE! www.wintervilleccgallery.com ART: Pop-​Up Gallery (Big City Bread Café) Artist Michael Lachowski’s

exhibition “The media in themselves” features a collection of his drawings. July 26, 5–8 p.m. (reception). July 27–28, 11 a.m.–3 p.m. www.michaellachowski.com ART: Closing Reception (ATHICA) Benjamin Rouse’s exhibition “Search for Symmetry” will be on view. 6–9 p.m. FREE! www.athica. org CLASSES: Miniature Painting Workshop (Tyche’s Games) Bring your primed miniatures and learn the basics of painting them. $5. 1 p.m. www.tychesgames.com CLASSES: Zine Workshop (Lyndon House Arts Center) Create a unique zine inspired by the works of exhibiting artist Amiri Farris. Registration required. 2–4 p.m. FREE! www. accgov.com/lyndonhouse COMEDY: Steve Hofstetter (Georgia Theatre) Author, columnist and comedian with a long list of humor accolades is touring his live show.

7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show). $30. www.georgiatheatre.com EVENTS: Athens Farmers Market (Bishop Park) Markets offer locally grown groceries and handmade goods with live music and children’s activities. AFM doubles SNAP dollars spent. Saturdays, 8 a.m.–12 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net EVENTS: Danielsville Farmers Market (Danielsville City Hall) Browse vendors with an array of homemade, handmade and state-​ grown products. 8 a.m.–12 p.m. www.danielsvillemarket.wixsite. com/farmersmarket EVENTS: Comer Community Market (Farmer’s Market Building) Locally grown produce, eggs, foods, pottery, jewelry and handmade goods. Saturdays, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. www.facebook.com/ComerFM EVENTS: FoxSaid Fest (The Cotton Press) Enjoy live folk-​inspired music, food trucks, a beer garden, an artist market, kids activities and more in benefit of the CCSD art program. 9 a.m.–10 p.m. $10 (adv.), $15. www.foxsaidfest.com EVENTS: Pickle Fest (Tumbleweed Coffee Lounge) Enjoy pickle-​themed foods and drinks, tasting flights, vendors, music, games, raffles and more. 10 a.m.–4 p.m. FREE! www. tumbleweedcoffeelounge.com EVENTS: Storytime with Mr. Evan (Avid Bookshop) The whole family is welcome to enjoy a morning of books, songs, rhymes and puppets.

10:30 a.m. FREE! www.avidbookshop.com EVENTS: West Broad Farmers Market (Rocksprings Park Pavilion) Vendors will be on site with fresh produce, local fare, rare plants, artisan goods and more. Saturdays, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! www.athenslandtrust.org/wbfm FILM: Hot Summer Movie Night (Marigold Auditorium for Arts and Culture) Screening of the 1958 action drama A Night to Remember.

6 p.m. $5. www.marigoldauditorium.com GAMES: Board Game Demonstrations (Tyche’s Games) Drop in, meet new people and try out a variety of new games. 12​​–6 p.m. FREE! www.tychesgames.com GAMES: Board Games (Bogart Library) Meet friends or make new ones while playing a variety of games. 2​​–4 p.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/bogart

KIDSTUFF: End of Summer Reading Bash (Oconee County Library) Participants will hand in Summer 2024 reading logs and enjoy music by the Rebecca Sunshine Band, karate demos, ice cream and games. 11 a.m​​–1 p.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/oconee KIDSTUFF: Adventures in the Wild (Oglethorpe Co. Library) Enjoy crafts and learn about wild animals, plants and more with Ranger Sarah from Watson Mill State Park. 11 a.m.–1 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oglethorpe

Sunday 28 ART: Pop-​Up Gallery (Big City Bread Café) Artist Michael Lachowski’s exhibition “The media in themselves” features a collection of his drawings. July 26, 5–8 p.m. (reception). July 27–28, 11 a.m.–3 p.m. www.michaellachowski.com COMEDY: Off The Clock Comedy (The Globe) Athens Comedy presents local comedians and improv, this week featuring an improvised version of Top Gun. Sundays, 9–10:30 p.m. $5. www.facebook. com/athenscomedy EVENTS: Repair Cafe (Solid Waste Office) Bring broken household items and appliances and work with experienced fellow community members to try and fix them. 2–5 p.m. FREE! reuse@accgov.com, accgov.com/repaircafe GAMES: Bad Dog Trivia (Southern Brewing Co.) Test your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Sundays, 4 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens SPORTS: Classic City Pétanque Club (Lay Park) New players welcome. Scheduled days are Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays at 10 a.m. info@petanque.org, www. athenspetanque.org

Monday 29 COMEDY: Sake Bomb Open Mic Comedy (Cozy Bar) Watch a variety of comedians perform new material or join in with your own standup routine. Mondays, 9 p.m. FREE! www.athenscomedy.com GAMES: Open Chess Play (ACC Library) Drop in for a game open to all skill levels with light refreshments served. Mondays, 3–5 p.m.

FREE! www.athenslibrary.org GAMES: General Trivia with Erin (Athentic Brewing Co.) Test your trivia knowledge with host Erin.

Mondays, 7–9 p.m. FREE! www. athenticbrewing.com GAMES: Classic City Trivia (Dooley’s Bar and Grill) Test your trivia knowledge with host Garrett Lennox.

7 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ ClassicCityTriviaCo GAMES: Bad Dog Trivia (LumberJaxe) Test your trivia knowledge with host TJ Wayt. Mondays, 7 p.m. www.facebook.com/baddogathens KIDSTUFF: Monday Funday (Bogart Library) Join Ms. Donna for songs, fingerplays, storytelling and STEAM activities. Ages 3–7 years. Registration suggested. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart MEETINGS: Classic City Rotary (Athentic Brewing Co.) The local chapter meets weekly. Mondays, 11:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com

Tuesday 30 CLASSES: Playing with ChatGPT (ACC Library) Those curious about ChatGPT can learn how create an account and interact with the AI

model. Registration is required. 10 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org CLASSES: ESOL (Bogart Library) Learn or polish your English skills using Mango languages online and in-​person basic conversation and vocabulary. 12:30 p.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/bogart EVENTS: Tiki Taco Tuesday (Live Wire) Enjoy live music, craft cocktails and a taco pop-​up from Don Carne. Tuesdays, 5–10 p.m. www. livewireathens.com FILM: OLLI Summer Film Festival (Ciné) This weekly film festival featuring women directors sponsored

by OLLI presents Chicken With Plums. Tuesdays, 1:30 p.m. $8. www.athenscine.com GAMES: Mahjong Club (Winterville Cultural Center) Learn to play the ancient Chinese game of Mahjong.

Tuesdays & Thursdays, 1​​–4 p.m. $1. www.wintervillecenter.com GAMES: Tuesday Night Shenanigans (Southern Brewing Co.) Play board games and arcade games on site, bring your own games or even your D&D group. Tuesdays, 5–10 p.m. www.sobrewco.com GAMES: Chess and Pizza (Youth Force Hub) Open chess play for all levels with pizza provided. Last Tuesdays, 5–7 p.m. FREE! www. chessandcommunity.org GAMES: Classic City Trivia (Akademia Brewing Co.) Test your trivia knowledge with host Garrett Lennox.

7 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ ClassicCityTriviaCo GAMES: Singo! (Beef O’Brady’s) Win gift certificates and prizes at this music bingo night. Tuesdays, 7–9 p.m. www.beefobradys.com/ athens KIDSTUFF: Smokey the Bear Birthday Party (Oglethorpe Co. Library) Celebrate Smokey the Bear’s 80th birthday with the close of the Summer Reading Program and birthday cake. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oglethorpe KIDSTUFF: Storytime (Oconee County Library) Drop in and join Ms. Jera for rhymes, songs, movement, a story and a craft. Ages 5 & under. 11 a.m. & 12 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee KIDSTUFF: Crafternoon (Oconee County Library) Drop in for a craft or two. Supplies Provided. All ages.

Tuesdays, 3:30–5:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee LECTURES & LIT: Open Book Club (Oglethorpe Co. Library) Discuss mainstream fiction, thrillers and mysteries with the group. Last Tuesdays, 1 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oglethorpe MEETINGS: Knot Just For Knitters (Oconee County Library) Bring your own crafting project to work on while chatting with fellow crafters.

Tuesdays, 3–5 p.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/oconee SPORTS: Classic City Pétanque Club (Lay Park) New players welcome. Scheduled days are Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays at 10 a.m. info@petanque.org, www. athenspetanque.org

Wednesday 31 CLASSES: Salsa Dancing (El Carretonero) Join SALSAthens for Cuban salsa lessons meeting a variety of dance abilities. Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. (advanced), 7:30 p.m. (beginner/intermediate). $10. SALSAthensDancing@gmail.com COMEDY: Gorgeous George’s Improv League (Buvez) Townie improv that invites you to bring suggestions to help create improv magic. Wednesdays, 7 p.m. $5 suggested donation. www.flyingsquidcomedy.com

EVENTS: OLLI Festival (Oconee County Civic Center) Enjoy refreshments, a raffle and information booths about classes, travel, social opportunities and more. 1​​–3 p.m.

FREE! olli.uga.edu EVENTS: Athens Farmers Market (Creature Comforts Brewery) Markets offer fresh produce, flowers, eggs, meats, prepared foods, art and crafts. Live music at 6 p.m.

AFM doubles SNAP dollars spent.

Wednesdays, 5–8 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net GAMES: Shadowfist Power Lunch (Tyche’s Games) Come down with your lunch and play Shadowfist.

New players welcome. 12 p.m.

FREE! www.tychesgames.com GAMES: Classic City Trivia (The Local 706) Test your trivia knowledge with host Garrett Lennox. 7 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/ ClassicCityTriviaCo GAMES: Bad Dog Trivia (Eddie’s Calzones) Test your trivia knowledge with host Nickalous Benson.

Wednesdays, 7 p.m. www.facebook. com/baddogathens KIDSTUFF: Busy Bee Toddler Time (Bogart Library) Join Ms. Donna for rhymes, songs, puppets and a story. 10 a.m. & 11 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart KIDSTUFF: Play-​Doh Playdate (Oglethorpe Co. Library) Enjoy stories and songs, and create a Play– Doh design to take home. Ages 5 & under. 10:30 a.m. FREE! www. athenslibrary.org/oglethorpe KIDSTUFF: Smokey the Bear Birthday Meet and Greet (Oconee County Library) Meet Smokey the Bear, learn about his 80th birthday reading challenge and celebrate with s’mores. Registration required.

11 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary. org/oconee KIDSTUFF: LEGO & Builder’s Club (Bogart Library) Drop in to use LEGOs and other building materials.

All ages. 3:30–5:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/bogart KIDSTUFF: Summer Reading Medal Ceremony (Oconee County Library) Celebrate the end of summer reading with prizes for the top winner and pizza. Ages 12​​–18. 6​​ –8 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary. org/oconee LECTURES & LIT: Author Talk & Book Signing (ATHICA) Author Tommy Tomlinson will read from his new work Dogland. 7 p.m.

FREE! www.avidbookshop.com MEETINGS: Film Athens (Flicker Theatre & Bar) Meet and network with others in the filmmaking community (actors, directors, etc.) during happy hour. 5 p.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreandbar.com

Down the Line 8/01 Roaming Readers (Oconee County Library) 8/01 Classic City Pétanque Club (Lay Park) 8/01 Coffee Hour (Oconee County Library) 8/01 Mahjong Club (Winterville Cultural Center) 8/01 Artist Talk & Throwing Lessons (Lyndon House Arts Center) 8/01 BINGO (VFW Post 2872) 8/01 KnitLits Knitting Group (Bogart Library) 8/01 Thursday Trivia (Johnny’s New York Style Pizza) 8/01 Club Ned Anime Society (ACC Library) 8/02 Meet & Play (Bogart Library) 8/02 First Fridays (Southern Brewing Co.) 8/02 Chess Club (Winterville Cultural Center) 8/03 Athens Farmers Market (Bishop Park) f

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calendar picks

MUSIC | WED, JULY 24

Talib Kweli

Georgia Theatre • 7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show) • $29.75 (adv.), $35

Talib, an Arabic name meaning “the seeker or student,” and Kweli, a Ghanaian name meaning “of truth or knowledge,” seem to come together as a portent of the Brooklyn-based MC’s musical identity. Talib Kweli’s albums are known for being full of political and social insight, but as one music journalist writes for Pitchfork, “Even when he confronts the ills of society… there’s a certain optimism and belief that by illuminating the darkness through hip-hop, we can hope to transcend the pain.” Kweli, who began his career in the ’90s with groups Reflection Eternal and Black Star, has a sound that often reflects that era of hip hop, but also includes touches of soul, jazz and R&B. His discography also features collaborations with many other big names in the industry, including Pharrell Williams, Kanye West, J Dilla, Madlib and Mac Miller. New Yorkbased rapper Skyzoo, Atlanta emcee Landon Wordswell and local hipTalib Kweli hop group Trvy & The Enemy will be opening his Athens show, which is part of a larger worldwide tour. [Mary Beth Bryan] MUSIC | THU, JULY 25

Patterson Hood

Georgia Theatre • 7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show) • $25–45

Though best known for his work in legendary Athens-based band Drive-By Truckers, Patterson Hood’s solo project is defined by its more intimate, personal nature. His lyrics cover his experiences living in the South, resulting in politically-tinged pop and folk reflections rather than the rock stylings of the Truckers.

The literary leanings of Hood’s solo music extend to other parts of his career, as well, where he has written for publications like The New York Times and American Songwriter and authored his first short story, which was featured in a crime fiction anthology. His 2012 album, Heat Lightning Rumbles in the Distance, even began as an idea for a semi-autobiographical book, but ended up turning into a collection of over 500 songs pared down into what he calls “the most intimate and personal record of [his] career.” [MB] ART | JULY 25 & JULY 27

Amiri Farris Artist Reception and Zine Workshop

Lyndon House Arts Center • Times Vary • FREE!

Amiri Farris, a Bluffton, SC interdisciplinary artist who was named the 2023 Penn Center Artist in Residence, creates works involving history, culture, perception and time. His large-scale paint and collage pieces are vibrant and bold, depicting a fusion of both representational elements and abstract objects. A closer look is always rewarded when viewing Farris’ highly

intricate works. The reception and artist talk for this exhibition will be on July 25 from 6–8 p.m. Farris will also host a zine workshop on July 27 from 2–4 p.m. where participants can create a small book using their own drawings, writings and collages.

Registration is required for this event, the link for which can be found at accgov. com/10970/Amiri-Farris. [MB] ART | SAT, JULY 27

Benjamin Rouse Closing Exhibition ATHICA • 6 p.m. • FREE!

July’s Artist-in-ATHICA is Benjamin Rouse. Rouse is a self-taught artist based in Athens whose work typically focuses

on photography, but his residence with ATHICA has revolved around a 3-D printmaking project called “Search for Symmetry.” For the project, Rouse created his own paper and embossed it by affixing small metal spheres to wooden surfaces.

The finished pieces are monochromatic and highly textured, representing the ideas of nuance and meditation. Rouse finds that the embossing process captures a specific moment with pressure just as photography captures a specific moment with light.

Aside from using his residency to evolve his creative processes, Rouse has also taken it as an opportunity to share his craft with his community, offering paper-making tutorials and demonstrating his embossing techniques with visitors during his studio hours and by appointment. [MB] MUSIC | SAT, JULY 27

100 Watt Horse

Bolo Bolo • 7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m. (show) • $10

Culminating from a decade-long creative partnership between songwriter and multi-instrumentalist George Pettis and sound engineer Graham Tavel, Okey Donkey is the sixth release of Philadelphia-based band 100 Watt Horse. The band originally formed in Atlanta in 2012, inspired by artists like Elliot Smith, Arthur Russell and Steve Earl. Okey Donkey is its first release since 2020’s Dog is Goob, and comes ahead of its next full-length release, which is currently being recorded. The EP contains a range of songs, from the band’s folky early years to more minimalist country rock songs written in the last year. Its themes are wide-ranging as well, covering friendship, love, loss and grief all in the wider context of post-COVID America and latestage capitalism. The band’s show at Bolo Bolo will be opened by Psaltery, an indie folk rock band from Atlanta. [MB] f

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bulletin board Deadline for getting listed in Bulletin Board is every THURSDAY at 5 p.m. for the print issue that comes out the following Wednesday. Online listings are updated daily. Email calendar@flagpole.com.

Art AAAC QUARTERLY GRANT (Athens, GA) The Athens Area Arts Council offers $500 grants to visual and performing artists in any medium to support specific projects that enrich the culture of Athens. Rolling deadlines are Sept. 15, Dec. 15, Mar. 15 and June 15. Apply online. www. athensarts.org/support ARTIST IN RESIDENCE PROGRAM (Lyndon House Arts Center) The AIR Program provides participants with a semi-​private workspace, access to the center’s seven open studios and a $250 stipend. Rising professional and studio-​based artists are invited to apply. Artists will be expected to present their work in a workshop or artist talk and will be invited to take part in a group exhibition with other AIR Program alumni. Applications are reviewed Sept. 20 for residencies beginning Jan. 1 and Apr. 20 for residencies beginning July 1. www.accgov.com/lyndonhouse BIPOC ARTIST/CURATOR PROJECT OPEN CALL (Lyndon House Arts Center) Seeking BIPOC individuals residing in Georgia to develop an art exhibition to be on display for 6–8 weeks at the LHAC. A stipend of $1500 is provided. www.accgov. com/9799/ArtistCurator CALL FOR ARTISTS (Terrapin Beer Co.) Design Terrapin’s new bulldog statue. The winning design will receive a $500 cash prize. Submit designs online. Deadline July 26. www.terrapinbeer.com/bulldog CALL FOR COLLECTORS (Lyndon House Arts Center) The LHAC’s

“Collections from our Community” series features unique collections of objects found in the closets, cabinets and shelves of Athenians.

Email if interested in displaying your collection. shelby.little@ accgov.com CALL FOR EXHIBITION PROPOSALS (Lyndon House Arts Center) Artists, artist groups and curators can submit original exhibition proposals for consideration in the arts center’s gallery schedule. Arts can also submit images of their work for consideration in larger group or themed shows. Deadline Sept. 20, 11:59 p.m. www.accgov.com/6657/ Exhibition-​Proposal-​Form JOKERJOKERTV CALL FOR ARTISTS (Online) JOKERJOKERtv is actively accepting proposals for collaboration from visual, musical and 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 MUSIC AND ARTS EDUCATION GRANTS (Athens, GA) AthFest Educates will award a total of $65,000 to music and arts education programs for local students.

Applicants may request up to $5,000. Check website for requirements. Applications accepted through Aug. 24. www.athfest​ educates.org OPEN STUDIOS (Lyndon House Arts Center) Studio members have access to spaces for painting, printmaking, photography, ceramics, jewelry, fiber and woodworking.

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art around town ACE/FRANCISCO GALLERY (675 Pulaski St., Suite 1500) Jason Thrasher’s exhibition of photographs, “Kashi Washi,” documents his return to a specific street corner in Benares, India 25 years after his first visit in 1998.

Closing Reception Aug. 10, 11 a.m.–4 p.m.

ATHENS INSTITUTE FOR CONTEMPORARY ART: ATHICA (675 Pulaski St.) The Artist-in-ATHICA residency program presents Benjamin Rouse, who will focus on completing a body of work, “Search for Symmetry,” that ventures into the paper craftsmanship of 3-D printmaking. Open studio hours and paper-making tutorials Saturdays and Sundays, 12–7 p.m. or by appointment. Closing event July 27, 6–9 p.m. Through July.

ATHICA@CINÉ GALLERY (234 W. Hancock Ave.) “Kurt Silvershield: Photographs” presents images taken in the heavily industrial landscape of the River Rouge and Zug Island area near Detroit between 2018 and 2021.

Through Aug. 25.

CASE STUDY ARROW AT BIG CITY BREAD BUILDING (393 N. Finley St.) Michael Lachowski presents “The media in themselves,” a pop-up show of drawings. Opening Reception July 26, 5–8 p.m. Drop-in hours July 27–28, 11 a.m.–3 p.m.

CLASSIC CENTER (300 N. Thomas St.) In Classic Gallery I, “Spotlight” features works by painters William Ballard, Jaci Davis and Ella Hopkins. • In Classic Gallery II, Kristin Roberts’ “The Fables” illustrates Aesop’s Fables with detailed works that are both whimsical and dangerous.

GEORGIA MUSEUM OF ART (90 Carlton St.) “Power and Piety in 17th-Century Spanish Art” includes works by Spanish baroque painters such as Francisco de Zurbarán, Bartolomé Murillo and Pedro Orrente. Through July 28. • “A Perfect Model: Prints after Anthony van Dyck’s Portraits” presents prints that attest to Van Dyck’s lasting impact as a printmaker and portraitist.

Through Dec. 1.

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

HENDERSHOT’S (237 Prince Ave.) The second annual “Together We Dazzle”

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a.m.–6 p.m. $65/month. www. accgov.com/7350/Open-​Studio-​ Membership PUBLIC ART SELECTION PANELS (Athens GA) The Athens Cultural Affairs Commission is seeking community members to participate in upcoming public art selection panels. Panels review, evaluate and select from submitted proposals for ACC-​funded public art commissions. www.accgov.com/9656/ Public-​Art-​Selection-​Panels

Auditions ANASTASIA (Quinn Hall at Memorial Park) Athens Creative Theatre hosts auditions for a musical. Prepare one minute of music of your choosing.

Email to schedule. Auditions held Aug. 12–13, 6–9 p.m. Rehearsals held Monday–Thursday nights.

Performances held Nov. 7–10 at the Morton Theatre. act@accgov.com

Classes A COURSE OF LOVE (Unity Athens Church) Learn a positive path for spiritual living based on A Course in Miracles. Fridays, 10–11:30 a.m. FREE! www.unityathens.com AQUA AEROBICS (Memorial Park) In this low-​impact exercise, participants will experience a variety of stretching, limbering and weight routines set to music. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, 6:30–7:30 p.m. Saturdays, 10–11 a.m. $5/session, $20/five classes.

706-​613-​3580

ART CLASSES (K.A. Artist Shop) The shop offers a range of fine art classes and workshops for adults, private classes and parties, summer camps, and art clubs for youth.

Topics include acrylic, aqua oil, bookmaking, calligraphy, gouache, printmaking, and watercolor. Register online. www.kaartist.com BLACKSMITHING CLASSES (Greenhow Handmade Ironworks, Washington) A variety of classes include “Forge a Tomahawk” (July 25), “Forge a Railroad Spike Knife” (July 26) and “Forge a Spear” (July 27). Classes run 10 a.m.–5 p.m. www.greenhowhandmade.com/ blacksmith-​classes CANOPY CLASSES & SCHOLARSHIPS (Canopy Studio) Canopy offers a variety of trapeze and aerial arts classes for children and adults.

Scholarships and financial aid are available. outreach@canopystudio. org, www.canopystudio.org/ outreach/scholarships COOKING CLASSES (Athens Cooks) “Ceviche Celebration” will be held July 25, 6–8 p.m. $103. “Crepe Party!” will be held July 27, 9–11 a.m. $75. “Rack of Lamb Dinner” will be held July 31, 6–8 p.m. $103. Register online. www.athens​ cooks.com CLASSES (Winterville Center) “Chair Yoga” is held Mondays, Aug. 5–Nov. 11, 9:10–10:10 a.m. (No classes Sept. 6, Oct. 14 or Oct. 28). $10/class. “Botanical Sketchbook is a 12-​week class exploring a variety of drawing techniques, basic shading, perspective and directional light sources. Mondays, Aug. 5-​ Sept. 11, 10:30 a.m.–12 p.m. (No classes Sept. 6, Oct. 14 or Oct. 28). $120. www.wintervillecenter.com PÉTANQUE CLUB OF ATHENS (5 Alumni Dr.) Learn to play Pétanque.

RSVP for a free Wednesday introduction. athenspetanqueclub@

art show and benefit features artwork by over 20 local artists. A portion of art sales will benefit the Ehlers-Danlos Society. Closing Reception Sept. 21, 3–8 p.m.

LYNDON HOUSE ARTS CENTER (211 Hoyt St.) The Window Works series presents a site-specific artwork by Atlanta artist Michael Reese that questions the perception of the Black Body against cyanotype photography popular with architectural blueprints. Through spring 2025. • “Pathways” is a solo exhibition featuring Kristy Bishop’s body of work, “Metaweaves.”

Through Aug. 31. • “Traditions Highway” is a presentation of photographs by Irina Rozovsky taken between 2017–2021 along Georgia State Route 15. Through Aug. 31. • Steven L. Anderson’s “Entropy Plan for the Western Fam” was inspired by Joseph Beuys’ 1974 tour of lectures and performances meant to address ecological and spiritual problems of the time. Through Aug. 31. • Led by Martihn van Wagtendonk, the kinetic sculpture “Cupola: A Collaboration” was inspired by Renaissance architect Filippo Brunelleschi. Through Aug. 31. • “Celestial Bodies” is a group exhibition exploring the relationship between the heavens and the earth. Through Aug. 31. • “Morphogenesis” spotlights Wilay Méndez Páez, an Afro-Cuban artist based in Atlanta whose small metal sculptures are made from discarded car parts. Through Aug. 31. • Collections from the Community presents Mac Little’s collection of flying discs. Talk and throwing demonstration held Aug. 1 at 6 p.m. Through Aug. 31. • Amiri Farris’ paintings and collages blur the lines between contemporary cultures and pop traditions while delving into themes of history, culture, perception and time. Reception July 25, 6–8 p.m. Zine Workshop July 27, 2–4 p.m.

Currently on view through Oct. 5. • “Scissors, Paper, Art” is an exhibition of collaged works by Jack Burke and Claire Clements inspired by nature.

Through Oct. 5.

MAGALLERY (125 W. Jefferson St., Madison) The 2024 Annual Members Exhibition, “It Figures,” features approximately 40 works by 20 artists.

Opening Reception July 26, 6–8 p.m. On view July 25–Aug. 31.

MASON-SCHARFENSTEIN MUSEUM OF ART (567 Georgia St., Demorest) Toccoa-based artist Normando Ismay shares recent sculptures made from recycled aluminum. Through Sept. 7.

PORCELAIN AND DECORATIVE ARTS MUSEUM (2450 S. Milledge Ave.) Two new collections celebrating the connection between art and nature

gmail.com, www.athenspetanque​ club.wixsite.com/play PINTA SCHOOL OF WINE (Athens Cooks) “Sparkling Rosé: Summerrific Rosé Bubblies” Wine Tasting will be held July 30, 6:15–7:30 p.m. www.athenscooks.com QPR SUICIDE PREVENTION TRAINING (Nuçi’s Space) Nuçi’s hosts free monthly QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) suicide prevention sessions for anyone interested, not just mental health professionals.

Nuçi’s also offers free training for businesses and organizations. qpr@nuci.org, www.nuci.org/qpr TRADITIONAL MARTIAL ARTS CLASSES (Live Oak Martial Arts) Traditional and modern-​style Taekwondo, self-​defense, grappling and weapons classes are offered for all ages. Classes in Jodo, the art of the Japanese staff and sword, are held Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 7 p.m. Visit the website for a full schedule. liveoak​ martialarts@gmail.com, www.live​ oakmartialarts.com WHISKY 101 (Tapped Athens Wine Tasting Market) “Whisky 101: A Tour of Scotland” examines the political, geographical and cultural background of whisky as a whole in Scotland, as well as region-​to-​ region and distillery-​to-​distillery.

Aug. 14, Sept. 11, Oct. 9, Nov. 13, Dec. 11 & Dec. 18, 7–9 p.m. $150. www.leagueofgoodspirits.com

Help Out ATHENS FILM FESTIVAL (Athens, GA) The inaugural Athens Film Festival, held Aug. 15–17 across multiple venues, is seeking volunteers.

See free films, meet filmmakers and help support local creatives. support@athensfilm.com, www. athensfilm.com/volunteer MULTIPLE CHOICES VOLUNTEERS (Multiple Choices Center for Independent Living) Seeking volunteers to assist a nonprofit agency that serves individuals living with disabilities throughout a 10-​country area of Northeastern Georgia. Contact Daniel Myers at 706-​850-​4025 or dmyers@multiplechoices.us

SEEKING BOARD MEMBERS (Sandy Creek Nature Center) Sandy Creek Nature Center, Inc., is seeking new members for its board of directors.

Brochures and applications are available online. scncinc@gmail. com, www.sandycreeknaturecenter​ inc.org/board-​members SEEKING BOARD MEMBERS (Morton Theatre Corporation) The Morton Theatre Corporation is seeking new members for its board of directors and volunteers. The application is available online. board@morton​ theatre.com, www.mortontheatre. com/join-​the-​board

Kidstuff ATHENS FOREST KINDERGARTEN (Sandy Creek Park) Now enrolling children ages 3–6. AFK is a cooperative preschool that aims to develop initiative, persistence, interdependence, and empathy. www.athensforestkindergarten.org BRELLA ACTIVITIES (’BRELLA STUDIO) After-​school art lessons for ages 6–11 include drawing and mixed media activities and are held Monday and Tuesday afternoons.

Family Playgroups are for ages 0–5 and their caregivers. Check website for descriptions and meeting times. www.brellastudio.com/events CREATIVE OPPORTUNITIES (Treehouse Kid & Craft) Treehouse offers a variety of art-​centric activities for children, such as “Crafty Maker Mondays,” “Storytime with Mr. Doodles,” “Digital Art Designer,” “Baby Artists,” “Toddler Process Art,” “Creative Playtime,” “Saturday Craft” and more. Check website for current schedule. www.treehouse​ kidandcraft.com FARM CAMP (Sweet Olive Farm) This all-​outdoor camp for ages 6–12 includes caring for and interacting with the animals, creek time in the woods, outdoor crafts, games, music, art-​making, writing and exploring the farm. Mondays– Fridays, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. during the summer. Register online. www. sweetolivefarm.org GROUPS AT REBLOSSOM (ReBlossom) A variety of classes,

include a complete Jasperware tea set from Wedgewood in England and a series of hand-carved coconut vessels.

OCONEE LIBRARY (1925 Electric Ave., Watkinsville) Members of the Athens Art Association share their work. Through August.

OCONEE CULTURAL ARTS FOUNDATION (34 School St., Watkinsville) “The Mystic and Mistrial Art of Bob Marable” showcases works by a founding member of OCAF. Through Aug. 2. • The 2024 Members Exhibition includes a variety of artwork created by artists who support the gallery through its membership program. Through Aug. 2.

STATE BOTANICAL GARDEN OF GEORGIA (2450 S. Milledge Ave) Leigh Ellis presents her sixth exhibition at the garden, featuring watercolor nature scenes. Through Aug. 4.

STEFFEN THOMAS MUSEUM OF ART (4200 Bethany Rd., Buckhead) The “Student Art Exhibition” features works by students from five different schools. Through July 27.

TINY ATH GALLERY (174 Cleveland Ave.) In her solo show, “Maverick,” Christina Habibi blends abstract forms with textual elements to create vibrant and layered visual narratives in her paintings. Closing Reception July 25, 5–8 p.m.

UGA PERFORMING ARTS CENTER LOBBY GALLERY (230 River Rd.) The new gallery debuts with large-scale paintings from Margaret Morrison’s “Paradigm Shift,” a series created after Morrison began questioning historical aspects of her closely held Mormon faith. Through July 26.

UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP OF ATHENS CLEMENTS GALLERY (780 Timothy Rd.) “The Claire and Robert Clements Summer Invitational” features UUFA artists as well as artists who have shown or are scheduled to show in the gallery. Through Sept. 29.

WAYFARER HOTEL (114 N. Broad St., Monroe) Susan Pelham’s collages are inspired by Magic Realism, Surrealism, nursery rhymes, fables and more.

Through July.

WINTERVILLE CULTURAL CENTER GALLERY (371 N. Church St., Winterville) On view in the lower exhibition hall, “Pen, Pencil, Paper and Ink” is a group exhibition highlighting different artistic approaches. Through Aug. 8. • “New Beginnings” is a group exhibition held in celebration of the center’s grand opening. Through Aug. 16. • Wildlife photographer Mike Ramy presents “An Intimate Look at Nature.” Through Aug. 16.

Michael Lachowski will host a pop-up show, “The media in themselves,” at Case Study Arrow at the Big City Bread building. A reception will be held Friday, July 26 from 5–8 p.m., and drop-in hours will follow on Saturday, July 27 and Sunday, July 28 from 11 a.m.–3 p.m. playgroups and support groups are offered for parents and young children. Topics include birth and breastfeeding, prenatal and parent-​baby yoga, instrument play, maternal mental health and more.

Check website for a schedule. www. reblossomathens.com LEARN TO SWIM (Multiple Locations) The ACC Leisure Services Department offers swim lessons for children ages 3 and up at Heard Park, Lay Park, Memorial Park and Rocksprings Park including “Swim School” and “Parent/Tot Swim School.” $33 (residents), $50 (non-​residents). The department’s Kinderswim program is offered to five-​year-​olds at no cost. www. accgov.com/myrec LIBRARY STORYTIMES (ACC Library) Storytime for preschool aged children and their caregivers is offered every Tuesday and Wednesday, 9:30 a.m. www.athens​ library.org MUSIC SUMMER CAMPS (Merit Music Academy) The academy offers small-​group summer camps in a cappella, songwriting, ukulele and puppetry. Register online. $120/week. www.meritmusic academy.com/summercamps NATURE AND FARM SUMMER CAMPS (Foxfire Woods and Farm) Offering three weeks of outdoor

summer camp, including a half-​day camp for preschoolers ages 3.5–6.

Themes include survival skills, kinetics and simple machines, and outdoor exploration. www.foxfire​ woodsandfarm.com REPORT CARDS REWARDS PROGRAM (Multiple Locations) Students in Kindergarten through 12th grade can receive a free pool pass by bringing a report card will all A’s or E’s. A report card with all A’s and B’s or all E’s and M’s can earn 10 free swims. www.accgov. com/pools SUMMER ART CAMPS (K.A. Artist Shop) Art Camps for Promising Young Artists are offered for half or full days Mondays–Fridays during the summer. Activities range from drawing, painting, collage, printmaking, illustration, calligraphy and character design. www.kaartist.com SUMMER CAMP REGISTRATION (Athens, GA) ACC Leisure Services Department offers camps highlighting art, nature education, sports and theater. Now registering. www. accgov.com/myrec TREEHOUSE SUMMER CAMPS (Treehouse Kid & Craft) Camps are offered in a variety of themes including “Sweet Treat Camp,” “Digital Art Illustrator and Animation,” “Craft Olympics,” “Book It Camp” and more. Visit the website

for details, dates and to register. www.treehousekidandcraft.com WHERE’S WALDO IN THE ATH? (Multiple Locations) Avid Bookshop hosts a city-​wide scavenger hunt held between 15 local businesses.

Pick up a passport from Avid and get it stamped or signed for each Waldo figure spotted. Bring the passport back to Avid for prizes. Through July 31. www.avidbookshop.com WILD EARTH CAMP (Piedmont Preserve) Wild Earth Camp offers summer camps and homeschool programs for ages 4–13. Participants explore the natural environment through games, storytelling, free play and teaching earth skills.

Register online. www.wildearth​ camp.org

Support Groups ATHENS COUNCIL OF THE BLIND (Athens, GA) Open to people of all ages with vision impairments, their families and friends. Topics include adaptive equipment, recreational and social opportunities, and advocacy. 706-​424-​2794, dlwahlers@ gmail.com BRAIN INJURY SUPPORT GROUP (St. Mary’s Hospital, 5th Floor Therapy Room) This support group for survivors of traumatic head injury,

their families, friends and caregivers offers friendship, information about resources and opportunities for advocacy. Every third Monday, 4:30–6 p.m. Contact Floretta Johnson, 706-​353-​1892, floretta. johnson@stmarysathens.org NEW PARENTS AND INFANT FEEDING SUPPORT GROUP (BYL Family Resource Center) Come as you are for community, snacks and feeding advice from professionals.

Second and fourth Wednesdays, 10 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.byyour​ leave.org POLYAMORY SUPPORT GROUP (Revolution Therapy and Yoga) This open support group for adults practicing or considering polyamory or nonmonogamy discusses navigating jealousy, polysaturation, relationships with metamours and polyamorous parenting. Thursdays, 6:30–7:30 p.m. $10 donation. www.revolutiontherapyandyoga.com PROJECT SAFE (Family Protection Center) Project Safe hosts a support group for survivors of domestic violence. Mondays, 6:30–8 p.m. www. project-​safe.org RECREATE JOY (Sunny Days Therapeutics) Nuçi’s Space hosts a recreational therapy support group.

Improve coping skills and self esteem while reducing depression and anxiety through adaptive yoga, games and leisure education. Six-​ week sessions. Wednesdays, 5–6 p.m. tinyurl.com/rnvuhesa RECOVERY DHARMA (Athens Addiction Recovery Center) This peer-​led support group offers a Buddhist-​inspired path to recovery from any addiction. Visit the website for details. Thursdays, 7 p.m. www.athensrecoverydharma.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. athensdowntownsaa@gmail.com SURVIVORS OF SUICIDE (Nuçi’s Space) SOS is a support group for anyone who has lost a loved one to suicide. Meets the third Wednesday of every month, 5:30–7:30 p.m. www.nuci.org

Word on the Street BIKE REPAIR STATIONS (Multiple Locations) Over 15 free bike repair

stations are located across Athens with tools, an air pump and a QR code for quick guides on basic bike repairs. Visit the website for participating locations. www.accgov. com/10584/Bike-​Repair-​Stations DIAMOND HILL FARM CSA (Athentic Brewing Co.) The Community Supported Agriculture program offers a variety of seasonal vegetables, fruits and/or flowers directly to consumers each week. Check website for weekly pickup locations, home delivery details and to register. $15 (flower share), $25–35 (farm box). www.diamondhillfarm​ athens.com FALL PROGRAM REGISTRATION (Athens, GA) The Leisure Services Department offers a diverse selection of activities highlighting the arts, environmental science, recreation, sports and holiday events for both adults and children. Online registration begins Aug. 3 at 9 a.m. for residents and Aug. 5 at noon for non-​residents. www.accgov.com/ myrec FASHION DEEP DIVE (Oconee Library) The library will run fashion-​ themed programs in September and October. Seeking local designers and models to participate in a finale fashion show on Oct. 26, as well as local experts to teach some workshops in fashion design basics, cosmetics, fashion sketching and costume designing. Contact James Mitchell, jmitchell@athenslibrary. org FREE DENTISTRY DAY (Timothy Road Dental Care) Residents in Athens and surrounding areas can receive free cleanings, fillings or extractions on Sept. 7. No insurance or appointment necessary. First come, first served. www.timothy​ roaddentalcare.com LEISURE SERVICES MASTER PLAN (Athens, GA) The ACC Leisure Services Department is in the process of developing a new comprehensive master plan. Share your thoughts online or in person. Check website for pop-​up events. www. accgov.com/activateathens LITTER LEAGUE (Athens, GA) Any individual who tracks litter using the Keep Athens-​Clarke County Beautiful + UGA list on the Debris Tracker app or picks up litter and reports their clean-​up between now and Aug. 15 can win prizes. www. accgov.com/litterindex

MALL AREA TAD (Athens, GA) ACCGov and the Mall Area Tax Allocation District (TAD) Advisory Committee will host an open house (July 23, 5–7 p.m. at the Extension Office) and an online survey through July 31 for residents to provide input on community improvements in the district, which is centered around Georgia Square Mall and surrounding commercial areas along Atlanta Highway. www. accgov.com/tads POOL AND SPLASH PAD SEASON (Multiple Locations) ACC Leisure Services pools and splash pads are now open through July 28. Check website for hours. www.accgov. com/splashpad RABBIT HOLE EVENTS (Rabbit Hole Studios) Weekly events include Open Mic (Tuesdays, 7–11 p.m.), Acoustic Song Circle (Thursdays, 7–11 p.m.) and Drumming and Song Circle (Sundays, 3–5 p.m.).

Wednesday Yoga (5 p.m.) is followed by Meditation and Integration (6 p.m.). Events are free or donation based. www.rabbitholestudios.org/ calendar SEEKING MUSIC (Athens, GA) Seeking music submissions for the third season of “View Finders,” a locally produced TV series that will air on national PBS. Music can vary from electronic, ambient, hip hop, folk, Americana, rock, country, blues, classical and beyond. Contact for submission form. chrisgreer​ photography@gmail.com, www. viewfindersontv.com SEVENTH GENERATION (Healing Path Farm) Seventh Generation Native American Church hosts gatherings on Sundays at 11 a.m., Men’s Group on Tuesdays at 6 p.m., and Women’s Circle every second and fourth Wednesday at 6 p.m. www.seventhgeneration​ nativeamericanchurch.org VHS DIGITIZATION (Athens, GA) Brad Staples (of the Athens GA Live Music crew) is seeking previously recorded concerts and events on VHS, VHSC or DVDs to digitize and archive on his YouTube channel, vhsordie (@vhsordie3030). Original recordings will be returned, and credits and dates will be included in the online video description.

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MUSIC ANNOUNCEMENTS Nuçi’s Space is always accepting and selling used gear and instruments. All profits go toward our mission of ending the epidemic of suicide. Visit nuci.org/ rewired.

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.

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