COLORBEARER OF ATHENS, GEORGIA LOCALLY OWNED SINCE 1987

Wednesday, June 19

5 events

Events

  • Madison Bar & Bistro

    Canine Cocktail Hour

    Drink and food specials for you and your (well-behaved, non-aggressive, vaccinated) dog! Every Wednesday. 5–7 p.m. FREE! www.indigoathens.com

  • Athens City Hall

    4–7 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net

    Athens Farmers Market

    Local and sustainable produce, meats, eggs, dairy, baked goods, prepared foods and crafts. Live music at every market.

Thursday, June 20

3 events

Events

  • Bootleggers Country & Western Bar

    8–10 p.m. 706-254-7338

    Line Dancing

    Country-western-style line dance lessons. Every Thursday and Friday. Come ride Pandemonium, the mechanical bull!

  • 6:30 p.m. 706-490-3816, energypath@hotmail.com

    Reiki & Drumming Circle

    (Call for location) Reiki is an ancient energy system that promotes relaxation and encourages healing and balance. Contact for directions.

  • Morton Theatre

    8 p.m. $8 (adv.), $10 (door), $5 (w/ AthFest wristband). www.mortontheatre.com

    Flagpole Athens Music Awards

    Honoring the best and brightest musical talent in town, the Flagpole Awards offers a night of accolades and live entertainment. This year's show features live performances by T. Hardy Morris, Jubee and the Morning After and Dream Boat, as well as Victrola Rotor Oilmen paying tribute to Bill Doss and a tribute band for Craig Lieske, plus other surprise performers and special guests. See Calendar Pick on p. 20.

Friday, June 21

2 events

Events

  • Bootleggers Country & Western Bar

    8–10 p.m. 706-254-7338

    Line Dancing

    Country-western-style line dance lessons. Every Thursday and Friday. Come ride Pandemonium, the mechanical bull!

  • The Flats at Carrs Hill

    1-5 p.m. FREE! 706-357-1111, www.theflatsatcarrshill.com

    Grand Opening Pool Party

    Enjoy a pig roast, water volleyball tournament, corn hole and other games at the new community and pool overlooking the Oconee River.

Saturday, June 22

6 events

Events

  • Bishop Park

    8 a.m.–12 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net

    Athens Farmers Market

    Local and sustainable produce, meats, eggs, dairy, baked goods, prepared foods and crafts. This week, it's Blueberry Day, featuring blueberry cooking demos with Chef Peter Dale from The National, free blueberry ice cream and lots of local blueberries.

  • Dudley Park

    8 a.m. FREE! (Fun Run), $10–25. www.jamminjog.com

    Jammin' Jog 5k and Half-mile Fun Run

    The second annual road race features live music along the run through Dudley Park and the Oconee River Greenway. Proceeds benefit the Sirius Athletics Youth Track and Field.

  • Oconee County Courthouse

    8 a.m.–1 p.m. www.oconeefarmersmarket.org

    Oconee Farmers Market

    (Watkinsville) Locally grown produce, meats, grains, flowers, soaps, birdhouses, gourds and more.

  • Sandy Creek Nature Center

    10–11 a.m. (families) 3–4 p.m. (adults) $3–5. 706-613-3165

    Journey Through the Stars

    Explore the southern hemisphere's night sky in the planetarium with the program "Winter in June?" 

  • 10 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! 706-283-7946, broadriverpastures@gmail.com

    Be a Farmer for a Day

    (Dragonfly Farm, Nicholson) Tour the farm, learn about composting and help harvest berries and vegetables. Includes a lunch of products from the farm. Call to pre-register.

  • Athens Welcome Center

    10:30 a.m.–12 p.m. $15. 706-208-8687

    Athens Music History Tour

    The downtown walking tour led by Paul Butchart passes landmarks of local musical significance, with an additional bus tour of the steeple, Nuçi's Space, the Murmur trestle and Weaver D's. Departs from the Athens Welcome Center. Those with AthFest wristbands receive a CD. Call to make reservations.

Sunday, June 23

1 event

Events

  • Lazy B Farm

    3-10 p.m. $50. www.thelazybfarm.com

    Farm to Table

    The evening features locally made mead and micro-brewed beer, hors d'oeuvres and a meal prepared by Chef Arielle of The Savory Spoon, as well as live music from Hart Sawyer & The Love Project, storytelling and dessert around the bonfire. Proceeds benefit Ladies' Homestead Gathering. 

Monday, June 24

1 event

Events

  • Jittery Joe's Coffee

    8 a.m. FREE! 706-769-4280 (Jittery Joe's)

    Coffee with the Congressman

    (Watkinsville) Georgia Congressman Paul Broun visits him hometown and invites the public to join him for a cup of coffee and a conversation.

Tuesday, June 25

4 events

Events

  • West Broad Market Garden

    4–7 p.m. 706-613-0122, www.athenslandtrust.org

    Tuesday Farmers Market

    Fresh produce, cooking demonstrations and childrens' activities. Offers double dollars for EBT shoppers. Held every Tuesday.

  • First Christian Church

    4–7 p.m. www.oconeefarmersmarket.org

    Oconee Farmers Market

    (Watkinsville) Locally grown produce, meats, grains, flowers, soaps, birdhouses, gourds and more.

Wednesday, June 26

7 events

Events

  • Madison Bar & Bistro

    Canine Cocktail Hour

    Drink and food specials for you and your (well-behaved, non-aggressive, vaccinated) dog! Every Wednesday. 5–7 p.m. FREE! www.indigoathens.com

  • Athens City Hall

    4–7 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net

    Athens Farmers Market

    Local and sustainable produce, meats, eggs, dairy, baked goods, prepared foods and crafts. Live music at every market.

  • ACC Council on Aging

    8 a.m.-5 p.m. 706-549-4850, www.helpinghandsforhealth.com

    Life Line Screening

    Screenings for stroke, vascular disease, heart rhythm and osteoporosis are being offered. Protect your life and the lives of your loved ones. Pre-register for discounts.

  • Hilltop Grille

    7:30 p.m. $10. 706-353-7667

    French Adventure: Wine Tasting

    Sample six wines created by Robert Kacher.

Thursday, June 27

2 events

Events

  • Bootleggers Country & Western Bar

    8–10 p.m. 706-254-7338

    Line Dancing

    Country-western-style line dance lessons. Every Thursday and Friday. Come ride Pandemonium, the mechanical bull!

  • Memorial Park

    6 p.m. FREE! athensareademocrats@gmail.com

    Party in the Park

    The Oconee County Democratic Committee hosts a picnic and informal information session.

Friday, June 28

2 events

Events

  • Bootleggers Country & Western Bar

    8–10 p.m. 706-254-7338

    Line Dancing

    Country-western-style line dance lessons. Every Thursday and Friday. Come ride Pandemonium, the mechanical bull!

  • Main St.

    7–10 p.m. FREE! kharris@greensboroga.gov

    Pickin' on the Greene

    (Greensboro) A bluegrass festival featuring live music from The Fiddleheads and Pullin' Strings. Featuring kids' activities, food vendors and more. All proceeds benefit local non-profits and charities.

Saturday, June 29

2 events

Events

  • Oconee County Courthouse

    8 a.m.–1 p.m. www.oconeefarmersmarket.org

    Oconee Farmers Market

    (Watkinsville) Locally grown produce, meats, grains, flowers, soaps, birdhouses, gourds and more.

  • Terrapin Beer Co.

    4:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. FREE! 706-549-3377, www.terrapinbeer.com

    Sustainability Movement

    Learn how to perfect a sustainable lifestyle through educational and interactive displays from local businesses and organizations.

Sunday, June 30

1 event

Events

  • Big Dogs on the River

    12–8 p.m. $10–25. www.altamahariverkeeper.org

    Meet the Riverkeeper

    Celebrate the Oconee River with a leisurely paddle, followed by a party featuring live music from Shonna Tucker and Eye Candy.

Monday, July 1

1 event

Events

  • The Globe

    7 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/groups/athensdl

    Drinking Liberally

    Calling all lefties: beer and political talk. The local branch of the national Living Liberally organization meets the first Monday of each month.

Tuesday, July 2

4 events

Events

  • West Broad Market Garden

    4–7 p.m. 706-613-0122, www.athenslandtrust.org

    Tuesday Farmers Market

    Fresh produce, cooking demonstrations and childrens' activities. Offers double dollars for EBT shoppers. Held every Tuesday.

  • First Christian Church

    4–7 p.m. www.oconeefarmersmarket.org

    Oconee Farmers Market

    (Watkinsville) Locally grown produce, meats, grains, flowers, soaps, birdhouses, gourds and more.

Wednesday, July 3

5 events

Events

  • Madison Bar & Bistro

    Canine Cocktail Hour

    Drink and food specials for you and your (well-behaved, non-aggressive, vaccinated) dog! Every Wednesday. 5–7 p.m. FREE! www.indigoathens.com

  • Athens City Hall

    4–7 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net

    Athens Farmers Market

    Local and sustainable produce, meats, eggs, dairy, baked goods, prepared foods and crafts. Live music at every market.

Thursday, July 4

2 events

Events

  • Bootleggers Country & Western Bar

    8–10 p.m. 706-254-7338

    Line Dancing

    Country-western-style line dance lessons. Every Thursday and Friday. Come ride Pandemonium, the mechanical bull!

  • Bishop Park

    6 p.m. FREE! 706-613-3620, www.athensclarkecounty.com/leisure

    Star Spangled Classic

    Athens' annual Independence Day celebration includes live music, concessions, face painting, inflatables and the Kids Patriot Parade. A fireworks display will take place at dusk.

Friday, July 5

1 event

Events

  • Bootleggers Country & Western Bar

    8–10 p.m. 706-254-7338

    Line Dancing

    Country-western-style line dance lessons. Every Thursday and Friday. Come ride Pandemonium, the mechanical bull!

Saturday, July 6

3 events

Events

  • The Old West Broad School

    10 a.m.–1 p.m. www.athenslandtrust.org/community-gardens/west-broad-farmers-market

    West Broad Farmers Market

    Held the first Saturday of the month, the market features produce, honey, eggs, meat, baked goods, crafts, workshops, childrens activities and more. EBT holders receive half-off on staple foods. This week features a beginner beekeeping workshop covering equipment, building colonies, seasonal management, how to inspect hives and the byproducts of beekeeping at 12 p.m.

  • Oconee County Courthouse

    8 a.m.–1 p.m. www.oconeefarmersmarket.org

    Oconee Farmers Market

    (Watkinsville) Locally grown produce, meats, grains, flowers, soaps, birdhouses, gourds and more.

  • Sunflower Farm

    9 a.m.–5 p.m. FREE! www.sunflowerfarmfestival.com

    12th Annual Sunflower Farm Festival

    (Rutledge) A market of heritage arts and handmade crafts featuring live music, seasonal snacks, kids' activities, hay rides, pony rides, a petting zoo, an antique tractor show and garden tours. See 15 acres of sunflowers in bloom.

Sunday, July 7

1 event

Events

  • Sunflower Farm

    9 a.m.–5 p.m. FREE! www.sunflowerfarmfestival.com

    12th Annual Sunflower Farm Festival

    (Rutledge) A market of heritage arts and handmade crafts featuring live music, seasonal snacks, kids' activities, hay rides, pony rides, a petting zoo, an antique tractor show and garden tours. See 15 acres of sunflowers in bloom.

Tuesday, July 9

4 events

Events

  • West Broad Market Garden

    4–7 p.m. 706-613-0122, www.athenslandtrust.org

    Tuesday Farmers Market

    Fresh produce, cooking demonstrations and childrens' activities. Offers double dollars for EBT shoppers. Held every Tuesday.

  • First Christian Church

    4–7 p.m. www.oconeefarmersmarket.org

    Oconee Farmers Market

    (Watkinsville) Locally grown produce, meats, grains, flowers, soaps, birdhouses, gourds and more.

Wednesday, July 10

6 events

Events

  • Madison Bar & Bistro

    Canine Cocktail Hour

    Drink and food specials for you and your (well-behaved, non-aggressive, vaccinated) dog! Every Wednesday. 5–7 p.m. FREE! www.indigoathens.com

  • Trappeze Pub

    7 p.m. $14. 706-543-8997

    Wine Academy

    Expand your wine tasting experience. Every second Wednesday of the month.

  • Athens City Hall

    4–7 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net

    Athens Farmers Market

    Local and sustainable produce, meats, eggs, dairy, baked goods, prepared foods and crafts. Live music at every market.

Thursday, July 11

2 events

Events

  • Bootleggers Country & Western Bar

    8–10 p.m. 706-254-7338

    Line Dancing

    Country-western-style line dance lessons. Every Thursday and Friday. Come ride Pandemonium, the mechanical bull!

  • Durham Horticulture Farm

    6–8 p.m. FREE! www.hort.uga.edu/farm

    Second Annual Organic Twilight Tour

    The public is welcome to tour UGA's research farm and learn about the experimental agriculture and research conducted.

Friday, July 12

2 events

Events

  • 40 Watt Club

    6:30 p.m. $10. www.40watt.com

    Zumba After Dark

    Zumba fever continues.

  • Bootleggers Country & Western Bar

    8–10 p.m. 706-254-7338

    Line Dancing

    Country-western-style line dance lessons. Every Thursday and Friday. Come ride Pandemonium, the mechanical bull!

Saturday, July 13

2 events

Events

  • UGA Trial Gardens

    11 a.m. FREE! contact@ugatrialgardens.com

    Farewell Party for Dr. Armitage

    The UGA Trial Gardens host a retirement party for Dr. Allan Armitage, horticulturist and major contributor to the gardens.

  • Oconee County Courthouse

    8 a.m.–1 p.m. www.oconeefarmersmarket.org

    Oconee Farmers Market

    (Watkinsville) Locally grown produce, meats, grains, flowers, soaps, birdhouses, gourds and more.

Tuesday, July 16

4 events

Events

  • West Broad Market Garden

    4–7 p.m. 706-613-0122, www.athenslandtrust.org

    Tuesday Farmers Market

    Fresh produce, cooking demonstrations and childrens' activities. Offers double dollars for EBT shoppers. Held every Tuesday.

  • First Christian Church

    4–7 p.m. www.oconeefarmersmarket.org

    Oconee Farmers Market

    (Watkinsville) Locally grown produce, meats, grains, flowers, soaps, birdhouses, gourds and more.

Wednesday, July 17

5 events

Events

  • Madison Bar & Bistro

    Canine Cocktail Hour

    Drink and food specials for you and your (well-behaved, non-aggressive, vaccinated) dog! Every Wednesday. 5–7 p.m. FREE! www.indigoathens.com

  • Athens City Hall

    4–7 p.m. www.athensfarmersmarket.net

    Athens Farmers Market

    Local and sustainable produce, meats, eggs, dairy, baked goods, prepared foods and crafts. Live music at every market.

Thursday, July 18

1 event

Events

  • Bootleggers Country & Western Bar

    8–10 p.m. 706-254-7338

    Line Dancing

    Country-western-style line dance lessons. Every Thursday and Friday. Come ride Pandemonium, the mechanical bull!

Friday, July 19

1 event

Events

  • Bootleggers Country & Western Bar

    8–10 p.m. 706-254-7338

    Line Dancing

    Country-western-style line dance lessons. Every Thursday and Friday. Come ride Pandemonium, the mechanical bull!

Saturday, July 20

1 event

Events

  • Oconee County Courthouse

    8 a.m.–1 p.m. www.oconeefarmersmarket.org

    Oconee Farmers Market

    (Watkinsville) Locally grown produce, meats, grains, flowers, soaps, birdhouses, gourds and more.