Good morning, Athens.

Starting Monday, May 11, the Athens Banner-Herald will hold public office hours from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 2005 S.

Milledge Ave, Suite 107, where readers can meet staff & share their thoughts about local news coverage.

The Winterville Marigold Festival takes place Saturday, May 9 at Pittard Park.

The free event kicks off with a 10K race at 7:30 a.m., a vendor market, train-led parade, children’s shows and live music — fun for all ages.

Joseph Arthur and Abe Partridge will present an art and music event at Dead Beat Club today (8 p.m.) with tickets costing $20 in advance and $25 at the door.

EXPO2026 is a three-day music event celebrating Kindercore Records’ 30th anniversary.

The festival runs from May 7–9 at 40 Watt Club with doors opening at 6:30 p.m. and shows starting at 7 p.m., with tickets priced at $25 per night or $60 for the weekend.

AthFest Music & Arts Festival has unveiled its full lineup for June 26-28 with headliners Perpetual Groove, Funk You, and others, along with free outdoor concerts, Club Crawl shows at local venues, and family activities to support education across downtown Athens.

Singer-songwriter Ryne Meadow’s album Baptisms, a self-produced project blending political pop with modern folk and themes of personal awakening, is available on Bandcamp while the full release is set for May 8 and a release show is scheduled at Dead Beat Club on Friday, June 19 (with Libbaloops opening).

Oxystar is set to release its self-titled EP with bands Mëdusa, Vindictive Mind and Andovia at Flicker Theatre and Bar on Saturday, May 9.

Doors open at 8 p.m. for a $10 ticket — the show spotlights the band’s evolving sound and growing local scene.

At Tuesday's forum at the ACC Library, CCSD board candidates discussed concerns over reading instruction and proposed reinstating retention for third graders not reading at grade level while calling for literacy coaches and community involvement + better teaching methods.

Mayoral candidates met at Athens-Clarke County Library on Apr.

27 to discuss energy policies and environmental challenges. They outlined proposals to boost the Clean and Renewable Energy Plan, improve clean water access, reduce car miles and expand green spaces + protect local resources.

Scientists at UGA warn that warming temperatures and prolonged drought are creating ideal conditions for expanding mosquito populations in storm drains in Athens.

Health officials advise residents to remove standing water from yards to reduce the risk of West Nile virus.

Chef Chase presents creative Mother’s Day brunch menus in Athens and urges residents to book reservations early as local restaurants plan seasonal specialties.

The festive dining event offers an exciting way to celebrate the holiday.

Georgia gymnastics head coach Cecile Canqueteau-Landi hired Brenna Brooks, a former beam specialist from Washington who helped guide Iowa in 2025, as the team's next assistant coach.

Brooks will join the program in 2027 to help enhance the student-athlete experience.

EXPO2026: 30 Years of Kindercore Records

7-10 p.m. — 40 Watt Club — Ticketed — Celebrate 30 years of Kindercore Records with live performances from local favorites.

Steve Wynn with Special Guest Peter Buck

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Rialto Club at Hotel Indigo — Under 18 allowed with guardian — Enjoy an unforgettable night featuring music from Steve Wynn and Peter Buck in downtown Athens.

Weaver D's Food & Entertainment Festival

11 a.m. - 6 p.m. — VFW Post 2872 — Free entry — Celebrate community with food, music, and local culture at this vibrant festival.

Rick Fowler Acoustic Band Blues & Brews Residency

6-8:30 p.m. — Athentic Brewing Co. — $5 — Enjoy original blues-rock tunes from a local favorite in a relaxed brewery setting.

Ride the Airbase Georgia Warbirds

9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Athens-Ben Epps Airport — Ticket prices vary — Experience a thrilling ride in classic warbirds at this exciting aviation event.

Cosmic Charlie Concert

8-11 p.m. — Georgia Theatre — Concert tickets available — Experience a lively performance by Cosmic Charlie in the heart of Athens.

Sips & Salads Cooking Class

7-9 p.m. — The Table @ Athens Cooks — $75 — Experience a culinary night of crafting salads paired with wines alongside fellow food enthusiasts.

Wymberly Live at Nowhere Bar

7 p.m. — Nowhere Bar — Check for admission details — Experience the Savannah band Wymberly as they bring their sound to Athens.