What we’re about
If you are excited by science - but not necessarily a science professional - and you live in the Atlanta area, then the Atlanta Science Tavern is the meetup for you.
Our program is centered on a fourth Saturday of the month meeting at a tavern or brewery, which features a speaker - typically a scientist from a nearby university or research center - who presents his or her work to a smart general audience of science enthusiasts. We also host occasional presentations as part of our ongoing Young Researchers Series, which features talks by graduate students and postdocs.
In addition, we organize social outings and field trips that provide opportunities for our members to experience science as it expresses itself in the community at large. Public lectures at local universities, most prominently the Georgia Tech College of Sciences, are a mainstay of our meetup calendar.
See you at the Tavern!
Cheers,
- The Science for Georgia team
Note:
- Unapproved soliciting of any kind is not allowed at our events.
- We expect adherence to all health & safety guidelines of venues and authorities.
This event is a production of Science for Georgia and Wild Heaven Brewing - West End
- Get event information here!
- Friday, September 19th, 2025, 7 - 9:30 PM
- Doors open at 7pm, Photo ID required.
- Show begins at 7:30
- Tickets: Adults: $25
- Students: $15, use code: STUDENT15
- Ages 21+
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In person at Wild Heaven Beer: West End Brewery & Gardens, 1010 White St SW, Atlanta, GA 30310
We will be in the Garden Club room, down the hallway following the signs.
Science for Georgia Presents:
Mad Scientists, Sad Jokes
A special Jazz Hands Science Comedy to Save Science
Click here to purchase tickets
Science funding is under attack and Scientists are losing jobs. We no longer have anyone watching what they do. What happens when scientists have too much free time. They go a little MAD and start telling JOKES!
Every year we train a cohort of scientists, technologists, engineers, mathematicians, physicians (anyone STEM-adjacent) in the art of stand-up comedy. The result? A live stand-up show where normal science & technology professionals tell jokes about their work and studies.
Laugh! Maybe learn something! Support some comedy and keep our scientists happy!
Click here to purchase tickets
Sept 19, 2025
7:30-9:30pm, doors 7:00pm
Wild Heaven Beer: West End Brewery & Gardens
1010 White St SW, Atlanta, GA 30310
## Presenting Sponsor
A special thank you to Wild Heaven Beer! They are generously providing the space for this event.
## Tickets
Tickets include comedy performances. Taqueria El Tesoro is available. Cash bar available serving beer and wine.
AGES 21+ ONLY.
PHOTO ID REQUIRED AT CHECK-IN.
SHOW WILL CONTAIN ADULT LANGUAGE.
Adults: $25
Students: $15, use the code: STUDENT15
Get your tickets here!
Huge thank you to Wild Heaven for providing their beautiful space!
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Science Speaks: Getting Lawmakers to ListenLittle Kings Shuffle Club, Athens, GA
- This Georgia Science Junction event is a production of Science for Georgia and sponsored by Coalition of Athens Scientists and Athens Science Cafe.
- It is a Free event and open to the public.
- Seating is on a first-come basis.
- Donations are appreciated.
- Doors open at 6:30 pm for early arrival.
- Gather for dinner by 7:00.
- The evening's presentation gets under way around 7:15.
- Location: Little Kings Shuffle Club, 223 W Hancock Ave, Athens, GA 30601
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# Science Speaks: Getting Lawmakers to Listen
September 17th, 2025
7pm - 8:30pm
In Person
Location: Little Kings Shuffle Club, 223 W Hancock Ave, Athens, GA 30601## Description
Feeling a bit overwhelmed by the past few months?
Ready to do something?
Your legislators need to hear from you! Your voice is critical in advancing the needs of our community. Remember, your legislator works for you. Learn hands-on in this workshop what are the key ingredients to changing minds and policy. We will discuss effective advocacy communication strategy and provide an overview of upcoming things you can do to advocate for change.
## Featured Speaker:
Speaker: Amy Sharma, PhD
# AGENDA
September 17th, 2025
Little Kings Shuffle Club, 223 W Hancock Ave, Athens, GA 30601
6:30pm – Doors Open
7:00pm – Gather for drinks
7:15pm – Talk start
8:00pm – Q & AGet a Ticket! Make a Donation? Questions for the Speaker?
Sign up and ask your question here.
Covid-19:
If you aren't vaccinated and qualify, please use this time to get your Covid-19 vaccine. Further guidance is available here:
https://sciencelookup.org/knowledge-base/in-person-event-statement/ - Jazz Hands: Mad Scientists, Sad JokesWild Heaven West End Brewery & Gardens, Atlanta, GA$25.00
This event is a production of Science for Georgia and Wild Heaven Brewing - West End
- Get event information here!
- Friday, September 19th, 2025, 7 - 9:30 PM
- Doors open at 7pm, Photo ID required.
- Show begins at 7:30
- Tickets: Adults: $25
- Students: $15, use code: STUDENT15
- Ages 21+
***
In person at Wild Heaven Beer: West End Brewery & Gardens, 1010 White St SW, Atlanta, GA 30310
We will be in the Garden Club room, down the hallway following the signs.Science for Georgia Presents:
Mad Scientists, Sad Jokes
A special Jazz Hands Science Comedy to Save ScienceClick here to purchase tickets
Science funding is under attack and Scientists are losing jobs. We no longer have anyone watching what they do. What happens when scientists have too much free time. They go a little MAD and start telling JOKES!
Every year we train a cohort of scientists, technologists, engineers, mathematicians, physicians (anyone STEM-adjacent) in the art of stand-up comedy. The result? A live stand-up show where normal science & technology professionals tell jokes about their work and studies.
Laugh! Maybe learn something! Support some comedy and keep our scientists happy!Click here to purchase tickets
Sept 19, 2025
7:30-9:30pm, doors 7:00pm
Wild Heaven Beer: West End Brewery & Gardens
1010 White St SW, Atlanta, GA 30310## Presenting Sponsor
A special thank you to Wild Heaven Beer! They are generously providing the space for this event.
## Tickets
Tickets include comedy performances. Taqueria El Tesoro is available. Cash bar available serving beer and wine.
AGES 21+ ONLY.
PHOTO ID REQUIRED AT CHECK-IN.
SHOW WILL CONTAIN ADULT LANGUAGE.Adults: $25
Students: $15, use the code: STUDENT15Get your tickets here!
Huge thank you to Wild Heaven for providing their beautiful space! - Monthly South River Water Testing – SeptemberEverett Park, Lithonia, GA
# Monthly South River Water Testing – September
## September 21st, 10am – 11am
### Everett Park
### 5106 Klondike Rd, Stonecrest, GA 30038
- This Water Testing event is a production of Science for Georgia.
- It is free and open to the public.
- Donations are appreciated.
- The testing gets under way around 10:10am.
- Location: Everett Park, 5106 Klondike Rd, Stonecrest, GA 30038
# Monthly South River Water Testing
Parking: ample and free
We will linger in the parking lot for 5-10 minutes before heading down the trail along the water to those first shoals, where we will be doing our testing and mingling etc….
This past year at our Environmental Justice Forums/Townhalls we heard that people want to know more about what health risks from water and air are in their neighborhoods. So we have started on two approaches to that. First is the water testing project mentioned above. Adopt-A-Stream is a state program consisting of volunteers collecting data on the water sources in their neighborhoods and the area around Everett Park along the South River is not represented in this testing project. So we are getting this started, not just to gather and monitor data, but to help the community learn about water testing along the way.
- Climate Survival Training: Drip IrrigationUnearthing Farms, Atlanta, GA
# Climate Survival Training: Drip Irrigation
## Sunday, September 21st, 3pm-4:30pm
### Unearthing Farm and Market
### 1534 Memorial Dr SE, Atlanta, GA 30317
- This Climate Survival event is a production of Science for Georgia.
- It is free and open to the public.
- Seating is on a first-come basis.
- Please RSVP HERE
- Donations are appreciated.
- The presentation gets under way around 3pm.
- Location: Unearthing Farm and Market, 1534 Memorial Dr SE, Atlanta, GA 30317
Climate Survival Training: Drip Irrigation
Parking: ample and free
Continuing our ongoing education partnership with Unearthing Farm and Market, we will be returning for Expert Panel on Soil Lead Contamination and Soil Testing.
Join us for a hands-on workshop, where you’ll learn how to plan, install, and maintain an effective automated drip irrigation system that will save you both time and money on watering your plants this summer. Drip irrigation has been used for many years and can be simple, cost-effective, automated, and adapted to your space – ideal for home gardens, raised beds, or small farm plots.
This session will cover the fundamentals of efficient water delivery, help you reduce time spent hand-watering, and give you the knowledge to adopt a watering system that works for you. This workshop is led by Mike McCord of Community Foodscapes.
Date: Sunday, September 21st
Time: 3pm-4:30pm
Location: Unearthing Farm and Market, 1534 Memorial Dr SE, Atlanta, GA 30317
Learn more and tell us you are coming!
