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HOLIDAY SHORES Reverby. melodic and sometimes haunting pop that makes a nice soundtrack for sum mer. TWIN SISTER Shimmering experi mental pop from New York with lush, lovely vocals Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 8-11 p.m. $7. www hendershotscof- feecom MARTY WINKLER AND FRIENDS Marty Winkler (composer/lead musician with Rose of Athens’ “Alice in Wonderland"), Michael C. Steele (bass, guitar), Ross Schmidt (sax, clarinet, percussion). Noel W. Holston (storyteller from Mississippi) and Holly Berry (musi cian) sharing an evening of music and storytelling. High wire “The Evening Service." 8 p.m. FREE! www.highwirelounge.com ADAM KLEIN AND FRIENDS Local singer-songwriter and collaborators offer a blend of the finest elements of folk, Americana and country, with poetic lyricism and striking imagery to create engaging, well-crafted songs. Featuring AJ Adams on pedal steel. BRETT VAUGHN Athens singer- songwriter whose acoustic tunes rely on folk song structures and promi nent lyrics teams up with the new pop duo specializing in upbeat piano . and vocal arrangements. Monday 13 Caledonia Lounge 9:30 p.m. $5(21+), $7(18+) www. caledonialounge.com THE DIRTY LUNGS Alabama band performing classic-rock/whirring psychedelic music. See Calendar Pick on p. 18. GREEN GERRY Particularly dreamlike and subtly electronic local artist. SHITHEAD Local band with members of Bang-U-Tot and Big Hug Little Kiss plays indie rock at Sonic Youth volume. SILENT COYOTE Not-so-silent ir reverence in the form of fuzzy garage thrash with hits like, “F*** You I'm an Octupus." Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 8 p.m. FREE!. $3 to play. 706-353- 3050. OPEN MIC Mondays! Hosted by local soulful singer Kyshona Armstrong. Tuesday 14 High wire 8-11 p.m. FREE! 706-543-8997 KENOSHA KID Centered around the instru-improv jazz compositions of guitarist Dan Nettles. Kenosha Kid’s music borrows freely from multiple sources and hammers it all into a seamless product glistening with inspiration. Every Tuesday! Little Kings Shuffle Club “Athens Farmers Market.’ 4:30 p.m. FRE! 706-369-3144 THE NATURALS No info available. 10 p.m FREE! www.myspace.com/ littlekingsshuffleclub PUNK ROCK NIGHT Djs Randy and Lozo will spin punk rock hits. Mosh pit, anyone? The Melting Point “Terrapin Bluegrass Series.’ 7 p.m. $5. www.meltingpointathens.com CLAY LEVERETT AND FRIENDS One of this towns finest country frontmen, Leverett has a new band featuring members of The Chasers. Fresh off a tour with George Jones and Loretta Lynn! Wednesday 15 Ashford Manor 7 p.m. $15. $12 (w/student or military ID). $5 (kids under 12). FREE! (kids under 6). wwwjmconcerts.com DEJA VU John Keane. Nathan Sheppard and friends play a tribute to Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young. Blue Sky 5-10 p.m viww.blueskyathens.com VINYL WEDNESDAY Bring your own vinyl and be a DJ for the night. Boar's Head Lounge 9 p.m 706-369-3040 OPEN MIC NIGHT Welcoming sing er-songwriters every Wednesday. Caledonia Lounge 9:30 p.m. $5 (21+), $7 (18+). www caledonialounge.com THE ANATOMY OF FRANK Indie pop rock with either folk/bluegrass or funky electro-dance leanings. Or both. Or something else entirely. DUSTY LIGHTSWITCH Quirky, high- energy local band featuring blues- influenced rock. SPLINTER BELLY This local band describes itself as ’blue(s)grass," which seems to be an apt summa tion of its soulful, rootsy Americana sound. Flicker Theatre &. Bar 8:30 p.m. $5. www.flickertheatreandbar. com SOME SWEET DAY Local duo Randal and Shannon Clark play sweet indie chamber folk with lush harmonies inspired by artists like Fleet Foxes, M Ward, Iron and Wine, and Brian Wilson. George’s Lowcountry Table 6 p.m. FRE! 706-548-3359 WINFIELD SMITH Low-country drawlin' Athens scngcraftsman from the roots-rock duo Stewart and Winfield. Locos Grill & F=hJb 6 p.m. RE! www.locosgrill.com (Timothy Rd. Location) THE BACUPS Local Classic Rock Group The Melting Point 8:30 p.m. $7 (adv.), $10 (door), www. meltingpointathens.com RANDALL BRAMBLETT Longtime Athenian Randall Bramblett will perform his highly acclaimed blend of funky and soulful Southern Americana. GEOFF ACHISON & THE SOUL DIGGERS Australian singer-song writer Geoff Achison lays down his version of New Orleans funk, driving blues and jazz with the licks of a true guitar virtuoso. The Office Lounge 9:30 p.m. FRE! 706-549-0840 KARAOKE With your host Lynn, the Queen of Karaoke! Omega Bar 9 p.m. $3. dg2003@yahoo.com SPICY SALSA No partner necessary. Every Wednesday! Porterhouse Grill 7-10 p.m. 706-369-0990 JAZZ NIGHT Every Wednesday! Stop by for live jazz bands and drink specials. This week, jazz flautist Jayna Nelson heads a jazz quartet with Jake Mowrer, Tony Oscar and Jason Royer. * Advance Tickets Available SOME GROW AS)AfHOBBY, WE 1 DO) IT. FOR AT TIMOTHY RD. Saturday, June 11 8am-Noon • Bishop Park SQUASH DAY Showcasing Different Types of Squash Tastings Recipes Cooking Demo Gourd Art Kids’ Activities TJumsdimoMLimn J) O UJ /7 c c THURSDAY, JUN£ 9 BR£ATHLAN£S EARTH-FRIENDLY • WATER-WISE ORGANIC GARDENING ra HYDROPONICS www.FloraHydroponics.com • Mon-Sat 10am-6pm Nov; Open in Atlanta! 1239 Fowler St. 404-532-0001 Athens • 195 Paradise Blvd. Behind Terrapin Brewery • 706-353-2223 • ES2? 2011 Open Pollinated Heirloom Organic Seeds • Earthboxes and Earthbox stackable planters • Propagation lighting for seeds Heatmats and thermostats for seed starting • Organic fertilizers and amendments for gardens • Composters and wormbins • Hobby greenhouses and accessories ATHENSI FARMERS MARKET ON THE PATIO ALCOHOL RESEARCH STUDY □ We are recruiting participants for an alcohol research study. □ Participation will include three in-person assessments including questionnaires, interviews, and two Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) brain scans. □ You will be compensated $ 180 for 12 hours of participation. □ Call (706) 542-6881 for more information. This study is being conducted by the Department of Psychology at the University of Georgia. The University of Georgia JUNE 8,2011 FLAGPOLE.COM 19
