Good morning, Athens.

Phil Kline’s Unsilent Night is set to return downtown as a free boombox parade scheduled for Friday, Dec.

19 at 7:30 p.m. Organized by Mark Mobley, participants will choose one of four tracks to create a live soundscape starting at Little Kings.

Dr. Scott Carver (UGA's Odum School of Ecology) is investigating how wombats use cube-shaped poops for scent communication; his research may guide more detailed future studies.

The Peach Bowl blood drive needs donors with all blood types and is inviting Athens residents to donate as soon as possible.

Organizers said the drive remains open at local collection sites.

Ventura Foods recalled several salad dressings after the FDA reported black plastic fragments in granulated onion on Wed., Dec.

17. The recall affects items sold in local stores and across many states including Georgia.

Over 20 ice skating rinks will open across Georgia this holiday season, with venues from Atlanta to North Georgia hosting events from mid-November into February (Athens on Ice at The Classic Center opened Dec.

5).

Former Georgia assistant coach Richard Bell died over the weekend in Woodstock at age 88.

A memorial service is scheduled for Jan. 11 at Prince Avenue Baptist Church in Bogart.

BloodKin Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — 40 Watt Club — Ticket info not provided — Enjoy an evening with BloodKin & Friends featuring special guest Kevn Kinney.

27th Annual Will Chamberlin Memorial Santa Stroll 8K

1:30-5:30 p.m. — Bishop Baptist Church — Entry fee proceeds support outreach programs — Participate in a festive 8K run with a charitable cause.

The Nutcracker Ballet

2:00 – 3:30 PM — The Classic Center — $33.75+ — Experience a dazzling holiday tradition that brings joy and imagination to life through breathtaking performances.

Pee Dee IceCats vs. Athens Rock Lobsters

7:05-8:35 p.m. — The Classic Center — Check for ticket pricing — Enjoy a fun-filled evening of local hockey action with the Pee Dee IceCats facing off against the Athens Rock Lobsters.

Blackberry Smoke Concert

7-10:30 p.m. — The Classic Center — $108.50+ — Experience the vibrant blend of Southern rock, blues, and country from Georgia's own Blackberry Smoke.

Workhorses of the Entertainment/Recreational Industry with Scott Low

7-9 p.m. — The Foundry — $10 adv / $15 door — Experience a soulful night of Americana & Blues with traditional folk and lonesome bluegrass melodies.

Don Toberman: Ping-Pong Champ

8-10 p.m. — Canopy Studio — Tickets required — Experience an absurd and hilarious clown showdown featuring pantomime ping-pong antics.

LSU Tigers at Georgia Bulldogs Women's Gymnastics

7-9 p.m. — Stegeman Coliseum — Stream available — Watch a thrilling women's gymnastics showdown as LSU visits Georgia.