Good morning, Athens.

Athens-Clarke County Leisure Services will host a ribbon cutting for the rebuilt Bishop Park pool on Friday, May 23 at 11:00 a.m. Pool admission is free all day and the first 100 visitors will receive a beach towel and one-day pool pass while the facility features a zero-entry kids zone, updated changing rooms, and new pool furniture.

Three Buddies opened on Baxter Street in Athens on May 15, offering halal food that includes burgers, wings, samosas, and egg rolls—its varied menu provides local residents with a fresh dining option.

A Clarke County grand jury indicted a 67-year-old Athens man on drug trafficking charges after a Westchester Drive home search by the Northeast Georgia Regional Drug Task Force yielded over 227 grams of drugs and 74 grams of marijuana hidden in items like a lunchbox — his arraignment is scheduled for June 3rd.

HGTV released its list of the 40 Most Charming Small-Town Downtowns in America and named Athens and Dahlonega for their vibrant downtown appeal.

The list noted Athens for its college town feel and music legacy — and Dahlonega for its mountain charm, wineries, and gold rush history.

Athens Transit proposes service changes beginning July 7 that may impact routes 6, 7, 14, 20, 21, 22, 25, 26 and 27 and invites feedback via informational sessions — held from June 2 to June 6 at locations including the Jackson Street Building Lobby, Multimodal Transit Center, Athens-Clarke County Public Library, Georgia Square Mall and Fire Station #7 — or online.

Georgia played Coastal Carolina in the Durham Regional softball game on Friday, May 16 at 2:30 p.m. ET on ESPN+ — depending on the result, the Bulldogs will meet the next opponent on Saturday at either 1:30 p.m. if they win or 4 p.m. if they lose.

Evening with EXTC featuring Terry Chambers & Friends

7:30-10 p.m. — The Foundry — $20-$25 — Experience classic XTC tunes live with legendary drummer Terry Chambers and his band EXTC.

JJ Grey & Mofro with The Marshall Tucker Band

7:15 p.m. — The Classic Center — $55- $126.25 — Experience two legendary bands sharing the stage on a Southern-themed night of music.

Bad Moon Riders Tribute Show

7-9:30 p.m. — Marigold Auditorium for Arts and Culture — Cost info not provided — Experience the ultimate tribute to Creedence Clearwater Revival with all their iconic hits live on stage.

Folie à Quatre

3:30-6 p.m. — Oak House Distillery and Speakeasy — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant blend of multicultural tunes sung in both French and English.

Emily Nenni Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — 40 Watt Club — $38 — Experience an evening of live music with Emily Nenni in a vibrant setting.

The Magic of Motown Tribute Concert

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Morton Theatre — $19–79 — Experience a lively tribute featuring classic hits from Motown legends like The Temptations and Diana Ross.

David Cross Live Special Taping

7-8:30 p.m. — 40 Watt Club — $25+ — Experience David Cross's cutting wit and humor at this live taping event.

Music Bingo Night

7:30-8:30 p.m. — B&B Theatres Athens 12 — Free entry — Enjoy a fun night of music bingo with friends and family.

Pro Wrestling Rebellion: Tombstone Live

7-9 p.m. — Duke's & Dottie's — All ages welcome — Experience an epic night of live pro wrestling action with intense matchups and electrifying surprises.

Shawn Mullins Live at The Foundry

8-10 p.m. — The Foundry — Ticket prices not listed — Experience a captivating evening with the acclaimed singer-songwriter Shawn Mullins.