The Red & Black is putting together a weekly roundup of shows and events for the upcoming weekend, and this weekend’s events include the Star Spangled Classic fireworks display presented by Athens-Clarke County Leisure Services, Pints and Pilates at Southern Brewing Company and more.
Thursday, June 27
Open Mic Night
What: @Local. Coffeehouse & Lounge will be hosting a weekly open mic night. Registration opens at 9pm. All talents welcome, including music, comedy, poetry and more.
Location: @Local. Coffee House & Lounge
Time: 9pm
Price: Free
Big Band Athens
What: Big Band Athens, an 18-member community band, will be performing in Hendershot. The setlist will include music from the ’50s, ’60s and ’70s. Attendees are encouraged to dance along.
Location: Hendershot
Time: 8pm
Price: Free
Anime Watch Party
What: Club Ned Anime Society invites anime lovers to the Athens-Clarke County Baxter Street Library to see titles like Serial Exp. Lain, Kaguya-sama, Erased, and more.
Location: ACC Baxter Street Library
Time: 6:30 pm
Price: Free
Friday, June 28
Pints and Pilates
What: Pure Balance Pilates will be hosting a mat Pilates class this Friday on the lawn at Southern Brewing Company, with class fee included in your ticket price and a discount on your first pint.
Location: Southern Brewing Company
Time: 6:30 pm
Price: $10
nail art
What: The Oconee County Library will provide teens in grades 6-12 with the opportunity to show off their artistic talents with nail polish provided by the library.
Location: Oconee County Library
Time: 4pm
Price: Free
Improvisational comedy
What: Leanne Peppers and Matt House bring real-life improv comedy to WORK.SHOP on Friday. The improvisations are driven by audience suggestions.
Location: WORK.SHOP
Time: 8:00pm to 9:15pm
Price: $10
Saturday, June 29
firework
What: Athens-Clarke County Leisure Services presents the Star-Spangled Classic Fireworks show in celebration of America’s 248th anniversary. Parking is first come, first served. The event includes carnival rides, inflatables, a photo booth and more. The Original Spritz will be performed from 7-8:30 p.m.
Location: Southeast Clark Park
Time: Parking lot opens at 5:30pm, fireworks start at 9:30pm.
Price: Free
A tribute to widespread panic
What: Aubrey Entertainment presents a tribute night to Widespread Panic presented by Machine Funk. Open to all ages. Please bring folding chairs and blankets. Food trucks will also be on-site.
Location: Southern Brewing Company
Time: Doors open at 7pm, show starts at 8pm
Price: $12 to $15
Solving mysteries in the park
What: The Oconee County Library will host Crime in the Park, a day of mystery solving and puzzle fun, including Sherlock Holmes-themed crafts and escape rooms.
Location: Oconee County Library
Time: 1pm to 5pm
Price: Free
Sunday, June 30
Artist Market
What: This Sunday, vendors offering paintings, intricate graphic designs, handmade jewelry, pottery and glassware will gather at The Globe.
Location: The Grove
Time: 12pm to 4pm
Price: Free
Irish Band
What: This Sunday Oak House Distillery will be hosting Repent at Leisure, a cult pub band playing Irish rock, traditional, punk, modern and Celtic music. On Sundays, enjoy free charcuterie snacks and a relaxed atmosphere.
Location: Oakhouse Distillery
Time: 3:30pm – 6:00pm
Price: Free
Jazz Sunday
What: Creature Comforts will host its weekly Jazz Sunday this weekend, featuring live jazz and Creature Comforts beer.
Location: Creature Comforts Brewing Co.
Time: 3pm to 5pm
Price: Free
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