Out & About Main Calendar for Nov. 4, 2016
FESTIVALS
Historic Train Festival
Featuring more than 35 vendors, Norfolk Southern’s No. 911, First Responders Commemorative locomotive, children’s hobo parade and costume contest, music by Jacob Bryant, living history cemetery tour, artists, a car and bike cruise in, interactive train exhibits and memorabilia. Historic Train Depots District, East Adams Street, Forsyth. 478-974-1460. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Nov. 5.
Kitchens Road Old Time Family Festival
Antique and classic cars, trucks and tractors and antique gasoline engines, arts and crafts, live bands, the Macon Shag Club, the Ocmulgee Blacksmith Guild, food vendors, kids rides and games. Benefits the charities of the Lion’s Club of Milledgeville. 370A Kitchens Road, Haddock. $5 adults, free for ages 12 and younger. 478-288-6205. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Nov. 5-6.
12th annual Andalusia Farm Bluegrass Festival
The family-friendly, 12th annual Andalusia Farm Bluegrass Festival features crowd-favorites the Packway Handle Band as well Georgia legends the Skillet Lickers and locals Good Country People. Food and drinks will be available, plus nature walks and communal porch pickin’ at 3 p.m. Bands take the stage a 5 p.m. Picnics and leashed pets welcome. $10 adults; $5 students and seniors; free for kids 12 and younger. andalusiafarm.org/bluegrass-festival. Andalusia Farm, 2628 N. Columbia St., Milledgeville. 3 p.m. Nov. 5.
HOLIDAY EVENTS
Festival of Trees Luncheon
Featuring a meal prepared and served by volunteers, a show of the latest in holiday fashions and the first viewing of the “Festival of Trees” exhibition. The Sugar Plum Shop will offer gourmet goodies along with a new edition of handmade objects called “Museum Made.” Reservations required. Museum of Arts and Sciences, 4182 Forsyth Road. $50. 478-477-3232. MASmacon.org. Noon Nov. 9.
Festival of Trees Gala
Dancing, Millionaire Raffle, silent auction, open bar and heavy hors d’oeuvres. Live music by the MVP Band. Reservations to this black-tie event are required. Terminal Station, Cherry Street, downtown Macon. $100. 478-477-3232. MASmacon.org. 7-11 p.m. Nov. 10.
Festival of Trees Children’s Event
Holiday movies, craft activities, hot chocolate, Santa’s Secret Shop, scavenger hunt and more. Disney’s “Polar Express” will be shown in the Planetarium at 10 a.m., 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. A gourmet coffee and tea bar with refreshments and snacks will be offered for parents. Museum of Arts and Sciences, 4182 Forsyth Road. $30 for one adult and one child, $12 for each additional person. 478-477-3232. MASmacon.org. 10 a.m. Nov. 12.
Holiday Extravaganza
Luncheon and fashion show. Hosted by Liberty United Methodist Church women’s group. Liberty United Methodist Church, 6511 Houston Road. $15. 478-788-5941. 11:30 a.m. Nov. 12.
Santa’s Secret Shop
One-stop holiday shopping for kids who want to purchase something special for family. Museum of Arts and Sciences, 4182 Forsyth Road. 478-477-3232. MASmacon.org. Opens Nov. 12.
Hometown Holidays Parade
This year’s theme is “A Christmas Miracle on Main Street.” Participants are encouraged to give their floats a hometown look while lighting them up for the holidays. Applications are due Nov. 14 and can be found online. Forsyth. Forsyth-Monroe County Chamber office, 478-994-9239 or forsyth-monroechamber.com. 7 p.m. Dec. 1.
Rockin’ New Year’s Eve
With the A2Z Band. Ages 21+ only. Seating is not guaranteed if you do not purchase a table. Tickets will go on sale in November. $25; two for $40; limited tables of 10 available for $300, includes party favors. 478-957-7728. libraryballroom.com. Library Ballroom, 652 Mulberry St. 9 p.m. Dec. 31.
MARKETS/BAZAARS
Historic Macon Flea Market
Antiques, collectibles, furniture, housewares, holiday decor, electronics, children’s toys, gardening gadgets and more. Benefits Historic Macon Foundation. 357 Oglethorpe St. Free. historicmacon.org. 478-742-5084. 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 5 and 1-5 p.m. Nov. 6.
Christmas Made in the South
More than 300 artists and master craftsmen will showcase their ornaments, pottery, toys, jewelry, fine art, furniture, metal sculptures, woven designs, art from glass, photography and more. Macon Coliseum, 200 Coliseum Drive. $7 adults; free for kids 12 and younger. MadelnTheSouthShows.com. 704-847-9480. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Nov. 11; 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Nov. 12; 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Nov. 13.
Wesleyan Market
Locally grown and produced items ranging from flowers and organic fruits and vegetables to baked goods, art and jewelry by local artisans. Music and fun educational events also offered. Wesleyan College front campus. Free admission. 478-757-5233. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Nov. 12, Dec. 10, Jan. 14 and Feb. 11.
Mistletoe Market
Hosted by the Balvaunuca Club of Perry. Miller-Murphy-Howard Exhibit Hall, Georgia National Fairgrounds and Agricenter, Perry. $5 adults, free for children 9 and younger with an adult. mistletoe_market@yahoo.com. 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Nov. 18, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Nov. 19, noon-5 p.m. Nov. 20.
Reindeer Marketplace
Featuring gifts, crafts, home-based businesses, jewelry, food, skin care and more. Houston County Career Academy, 1311 Corder Road, Warner Robins. Leigh Vaughn, leigh.vaughn@hcbe.net. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Dec. 3.
State Farmers Market
Farmers selling fresh produce, as well as dealers year-round. 2055 Eisenhower Parkway. 8 a.m.-dark daily.
Milledgeville Farmers Market
Featuring a variety of local vendors. City of Milledgeville Pavilion, East Hancock Street, Milledgeville. Anyone interested in becoming a vendor at the Milledgeville Farmers Market can contact Deana, 478-414-4014 or dthornton@milledgevillega.us. 2-6 p.m. Tuesday.
Bolingbroke Farmers Market
Featuring grass-fed beef, pasture-raised pork, free-range chicken, fresh produce, home-baked goods, raw milk, container gardens, potted plants, birdhouses and a variety of craft vendors. Parking lot of the Country Oaks Farm and Pet Supply, Bolingbroke. bolingbrokefarmersmarket.com. bolingbrokefarmersmarket@gmail.com. 3:30-6:30 p.m. Tuesday.
Mulberry Market
Locally grown and produced vegetables, dairy, meat, desserts and more. Tattnall Square Park. Free to attend. chwg.org. 3:30-7 p.m. Wednesday.
International City Farmers Market
Featuring Georgia-grown/made foods. Local, seasonal produce, meat, milk and more. Watson Boulevard and Maple Street, in front of Perkins Field, Warner Robins. 478-225-7626. 1-6 p.m. Thursday.
Fort Valley Farmers Market
Local produce and plants for sale. Next to the railroad tracks on Lowe Street, Fort Valley. 478-825-5286. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday.
Original Farmers Market of Perry
Local produce, baked goods, flowers, eggs and more. Abba House Thrift Store parking lot, 1309 Main St., Perry. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday.
GOSPEL/CHRISTIAN
Festival of Praise Tour
Featuring artists such as Fred Hammond, Hezekiah Walker, Israel Houghton, Karen Clark Sheard, Regina Belle and Casey J. Hosted by comedian Earthquake. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Adopt-A-Role Model Program. $42-$72. Tickets are available at the Macon Coliseum Box Office from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday or via Ticketmaster, ticketmaster.com. maconcentreplex.org. City Auditorium, 415 First St. 8 p.m. Dec. 2.
“The Ebenezer Experience”
Parkway Assembly of God, 5191 Eisenhower Parkway. 478-477-5678. 6:30 p.m. Dec. 4.
Songsmen Quartet
Open rehearsal and sing-along. Group singing, duets, solos, etc. Light refreshments served. Bring your favorite sound tracks and books. Instruments will be furnished. Bill Hardin Music, 4661 Chambers Road. Free. 478-737-1520. 6:15 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month.
MUSIC ANDVARIETY
Brent Cobb
With Anderson East. Cox Capitol Theatre, 382 Second St. $15 advance; $17 day of show. 478-257-6391. coxcapitoltheatre.com. 8 p.m. Nov. 6.
Promised Land Sound with Jake Fussell
Part of the Living Room Series presented by the Field Note Stenographers. Cox Capitol Theatre, 382 Second St. $5-$15. fieldnotestenographers.com. 8 p.m. Nov. 10.
Second Annual Billy Ray Rivers Music Tribute
Presented by Keith Newberry. Douglass Theatre, 355 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Free. 478-742-2000. douglasstheatre.org. 7 p.m. Nov. 10.
Louise Warren and Sean Williams
Live music program. Ampersand Guild Hall, 503 Fifth St., second floor. $5. Gabriel Balmes, gabriel@ampersand-arts.com. 6-8 p.m. Nov. 11.
Roots Rock Showcase
Third annual event highlighting Southern rock, blues, folk, soul and bluegrass from Georgia musicians. Featuring AJ Ghent Band, Radio Birds, Back City Woods, Royal Johnson, Uncle Dave Griffin and more. The Hummingbird Stage and Taproom, 430 Cherry St. 478-741-9130. 6 p.m. Nov. 12.
The Grapevine Band
Playing favorites of the 1950s, 60s, & 70s for your dancing and listening enjoyment. Telfair Center for the Arts, 119 W. College St., McRae-Helena. $10. 227-262-7114. 7-9 p.m. Nov.12.
Night of Blues with Mobile Slim Band
Library Ballroom, 652 Mulberry St. $10; two for $15. 478-957-7728. libraryballroom.com. 8 p.m. Nov. 12.
Straight No Chaser
Hear the all-male a cappella group in concert for their 20th anniversary world tour. $28-$50. Grand Opera House, 651 Mulberry St. $35; $65 VIP tickets available. 478-301-5470. TheGrandMacon.com. 7:30 p.m. Nov. 16.
Marc Ford and the Neptune Blues Club
Also featuring Cris Jacobs. Cox Capitol Theatre, 382 Second St. $10 advanced, $55 VIP. coxcapitoltheatre.com. 8 p.m. Nov. 16.
Drive-By Truckers
With Kyle Craft. Cox Capitol Theatre, 382 Second St. $25. 478-257-6391. coxcapitoltheatre.com. 8 p.m. Nov. 17.
Jonny Lang
The virtuoso blues guitarist and singer/songwriter will kick-off a weekend of events celebrating Duane Allman. The Grand Opera House, 651 Mulberry St. $35; $65 VIP tickets available. 478-301-5470. TheGrandMacon.com. TheBigHouse.org. 8 p.m. Nov. 18.
Jackson Griffith
Live music program. Ampersand Guild Hall, 503 Fifth St., second floor. $5. Gabriel Balmes, gabriel@ampersand-arts.com. 7-8:30 p.m. Nov. 19.
Fantasia
Hear the “American Idol” and Grammy winner live in concert on her latest tour. $59.50, $49.50 and $39.50. Tickets are available at ticketmaster.com, 800-745-3000 and the Macon Coliseum Box Office. City Auditorium, 415 First St. 8 p.m. Nov. 19.
Skydog 70
Celebrate the birthday, life and music of Duane “Skydog” Allman with multiple bands performing. Concert benefits the Macon Rescue Mission. Admission is 10 or more canned goods per person. skydogmacon.com. Central City Park, downtown Macon. Noon-5 p.m. Nov. 20.
Sunday Jazz featuring Baatin and Top Secret
Douglass Theatre, 355 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. $10; free for members. 478-742-2000. douglasstheatre.org. 5 p.m. Nov. 20.
John Berry: The Christmas Concert
Grand Opera House, 651 Mulberry St. $38. TheGrandMacon.com. 478-301-5470. 7:30 p.m. Dec. 16.
Kathleen Madigan
Comedian. Grand Opera House, 651 Mulberry St. $25; $50 VIP area tickets. 478-301-5470. TheGrandMacon.com. 7:30 p.m. Jan. 6.
Garrison Keillor
An evening of storytelling. City Auditorium, 415 First St. $52.50, $72.50 and $152.50. wmconcerts.com. ticketmaster.com. 800-745-3000. Jan. 7.
Justin Moore and Lee Brice
Macon Coliseum, 200 Coliseum Drive. maconcentreplex.org. Jan. 28.
“Let It Be”
A celebration of the music of the Beatles. The Grand Opera House, 651 Mulberry St. $47.50. 478-301-5470. TheGrandMacon.com. 7:30p.m. Feb. 15.
Hotel California: A Tribute to the Eagles
Part of the Grand Concert Series. Grand Opera House, 651 Mulberry St. $35-$39. TheGrandMacon.com. 478-301-5470. 7:30 p.m. Feb. 26.
What’s Going On: The Marvin Gaye Experience
Part of the Grand Concert Series. Grand Opera House, 651 Mulberry St. $33-$35. TheGrandMacon.com. 478-301-5470. 7:30 p.m. March 12.
ZZ Top
City Auditorium, 415 First St. $38.50 and up. ticketmaster.com. 800-745-3000. 8 p.m. March 14.
Ron White
Comedian. City Auditorium, 415 First St. $44.75 and $54.75. ticketmaster.com. 800-745-3000. 8 p.m. March 17.
Tim Hawkins
Comedian. With special guest Johnnie W. City Auditorium, 415 First St. $19 and up. ticketmaster.com. 800-745-3000. 7 p.m. April 28.
Poetic Peace Open Mic Nights
Open mic for poets, musicians, singers, comedians, lyrical emcees and more. Hosted by Y-O with DJ Ron and Soulistic. Midtown Key Club, 435 Third St. $5. 478-719-2054. 8 p.m.-midnight every first and third Wednesday.
DANCES
Harvest Dance
Complementary line dance lesson on “Swamp Thing” from 7:30-8:15 p.m. by Dianne Kent. Light snacks and water provided, soft drink for a donation. Music by DJ Chester Gibbs. Dressy casual. Hosted by the USA Dance Chapter No. 6059 of Greater Macon. Howard Community Club, 5645 Forsyth Road. $8 USA Dance members, $12 nonmembers, $5 students with ID. 478-743-7970. 7:30-10:30 p.m. Nov. 11.
Shag Club
Holiday Inn Macon North, 3953 River Place Drive. Free. 478-960-7938. 6:45 p.m. Thursday.
Dance
Featuring the Winchester Band. Disabled American Veterans Chapter 9, 4493 Houston Ave. $7. 478-784-1454. 8 p.m. Friday.
Dance
Featuring the Southern Country Band. Singles welcome. VFW Post 658, 4864 Harrison Road. $7. 478-474-3663. 8:30 p.m. Saturday.
Western Square Dancers of Macon Square Dance Club
Caller: Tom Wood. Howard Community Club, 5645 Forsyth Road. Free to anyone who is a member of any square dance club. 478-935-8364. 7-9 p.m. Thursday (except the fourth Thursday of each month).
Robins Ramblers Square Dance Club
Caller is Bud Whitten. Warner Robins Recreation Center, 800 Watson Blvd., Warner Robins. Free to anyone who is a member of any square dance club. 478 235-9200. 7-9 p.m. Tuesday (except the third Tuesday of each month).
Irish Reelers Square Dance Club
Caller: Lee Dixon. Southwest Laurens Elementary School, 1799 Ga. 117, Rentz. Free to anyone who is a member of any square dance club. 478-293-8771. 7:30-9:30 p.m. second and fourth Friday of each month.
Pairs and Spares Square Dance Club
Caller is Tom Wood. North Macon Park Recreation Center, off Wimbish Road. 478-538-5397. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Monday, except holidays.
MUSIC HALLS
Oak Grove Jamboree & Opry House
Dancing and country music with the Foskey Family Band and the Faulk Family Band. Oak Grove Community Center, 1134 Ga. 126 South, Cochran. Free. 478-308-4559. 6:30-10 p.m. Friday.
Ole Clinton Opry
This week: 5 p.m. House Band, 6 p.m. Jewell Knight Show, 7:30 p.m. House Band. 215 Old Ga. 18, Gray. $2 admission at the door, free for ages 16 and younger. 478-825-4118 or clintonopry.com. 5:30-10 p.m. Friday.
Hollonville Opry House
This week: Tommy, Rita and Luke, R.C. and the Good Ole Boys and Bluetick Deville. Ga. 362, Hollonville. Free; operated on donations. 770-228-4832 or hollonvilleopry.com. 6:30 p.m. Saturday.
Powersville Opry
This week: 4:15 p.m. Powersville Opry House Band, 6 p.m. Claud Hicks Show, 7 p.m. Harrell Parry Show. South onto Powersville Road off Ga. 247 Connector between Warner Robins and Ga. 49. Free. 478-328-0678. 4-9 p.m. Saturday; Also open 7 p.m. Monday night, jam and open mic.
Wagon House Opry
699 Altman Road, Haddock. Free; donations accepted. Contact Randy, 478-363-1274. 6:30-10 p.m. second, third and fifth Saturday of each month.
Juliette Opry House
Ga. 87, Juliette. $17. 478-335-3895. acousticproductions.com. 5:30 p.m. every first Saturday, front porch local bluegrass jam; 7 p.m., open mic stage show; 8 p.m., headliner stage show.
FILMS/SCREENINGS
“Gone with the Wind”
Part of the 2016 movie series. Grand Opera House, 651 Mulberry St. $5 general admission; $45 series subscription. 478-301-5470. TheGrandMacon.com. 7:30 p.m. Nov. 4.
“Southside With You”
Douglass Theatre, 355 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. $5. 478-742-2000. douglasstheatre.org. 7 p.m. Nov. 4; 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. Nov. 5; 3 p.m. Nov. 6.
Senior Cinema: “Imitation of Life”
Douglass Theatre, 355 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Free for seniors. 478-742-2000. douglasstheatre.org. 2 p.m. Nov. 9.
“Wild Kratts: Creatures of the Deep”
Advance screening of the new PBS movie hosted by GPB and Middle Georgia Regional Library. Lanford Library, 6504 Houston Road. Free. 478-621-6970. 5 p.m. Nov. 10.
Macon Film Guild: “Indignation”
Douglass Theatre, 355 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. $5. 478-742-2000. maconfilmguild.org. 2 p.m., 4:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Nov. 13.
“Finding Dory”
Sponsored by the Children’s Hospital at Navicent Health. Seating is first come, first served. Georgia Sports Hall of Fame, 301 Cherry St. Free admission; popcorn and drinks will be for sale. gshf.org. 478-752-1585. 10 a.m., 1:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Nov. 22.
“The Polar Express”
Sponsored by the Children’s Hospital at Navicent Health. Seating is first come, first served. Georgia Sports Hall of Fame, 301 Cherry St. Free admission; popcorn and drinks will be for sale. gshf.org. 478-752-1585. 5 p.m. doors open, 6:30 p.m. movie, Dec. 2.
Macon Film Guild: “Mia Madre”
Douglass Theatre, 355 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. $5. 478-742-2000. maconfilmguild.org. 2 p.m., 4:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Dec. 11.
FUNDRAISERS
Yard Sale
All proceeds go to help homeless and abused animals. All About Animals Rescue Shelter, 101 Riverside Drive (next to Central City Park). 478-621-5116. allaboutanimalsmacon@yahoo.com. 8 a.m.-noon Nov. 5.
Ridge Run
5k run/walk benefitting Covenant Care Adoption Services. Amerson Water Park, off Riverside Drive. Katie McAlevey, race director, 501-952-1403. ridgerun5k.com. 8:30 a.m. registration, 9:30 a.m. race, Nov. 5.
The Great Treasures in the Barn Yard Sale
Furniture, clothing, household items and more. Many items are 50 cents or $1. Christ the Redeemer Anglican Church, 2815 U.S. 41 North, Fort Valley. 478-287-6411. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Nov. 5.
Chaptacular Chainsaw Carving Bash
Watch chainsaw carvers from across the country demonstrate their skills. At noon each day there will be a “quick carve” that lasts 45 minutes. On Saturday, there will be a “speed carve” where three carvers compete to see who can carve the most small bears in an hour. Live demonstrations; carvings available for sale. Silent and live auctions, food trucks. Benefits the Cystic Fibrosis Foundations. 541 Hungerford Road, Gray. Free admission. cff.org. Stelling Nelson, 478-986-7484, or Chap Nelson, 478-986-7405. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Nov. 11-12.
Craft Fair
Homemade crafts, baked goods and Christmas gifts. Soup and sandwich lunch served. All proceeds benefit church missions. Handmade casseroles available for order; contact Renee Lehnenbauer, 478-397-5905 for varieties and prices. Christ Lutheran Church, 208 Langston Road, Perry. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Nov. 12.
A Howling Good Time Music Festival and Fundraiser
Family and dog-friendly event with music, photos with Santa, food, kids activities and pet adoptions. All proceeds benefit local participating rescues. Admission to the event is free, food and photos with Santa will be for purchase. Tattnall Square Park, downtown Macon. 478-250-7742. Noon-4 p.m. Nov. 12.
24th annual Reindeer Run and Santa Stroll
10K and 5K runs and 1-mile stroll sponsored by Navicent Health Foundation and benefiting the Children’s Hospital, Navicent Health. $25 for the 5K or 10K; $20 Santa Stroll. 478-633-RUNN. navicenthealth.org/reindeerrun. Tattnall Square Park, downtown Macon. 8:30 a.m. Dec. 3.
LITERARY/LECTURES
“When Women are United, We Can Achieve Unlimited Possibilities”
Sherri Goss of Rosenberg Financial Group will speak to the Houston-Peach AAUW. Guests welcome. Trinity United Methodist Church, 129 S. Houston Road, Warner Robins. 478-971-4354. houstonpeach-ga.aauw.net. 6:30 p.m. refreshments and networking, 7 p.m. program, Nov. 8.
John Marson Dunaway Book Signing
John Marson Dunaway’s translation of Vladimir Volkoff’s novel “The Torturer.” Barnes and Noble Booksellers at Mercer University, 1602 Montpelier Ave., Suite 100. 3:30-5 p.m. Nov. 14.
“My Name is Catherine Hockenschmidt”
Barbara Kromann of Warner Robins will tell her ancestor’s true story while dressed in an authentic German dirndyl and will provide information about records that apply to German immigrants of the Revolutionary War era. Central Georgia Genealogy program. Guests welcome. Flint Energies Building Conference Room, 900 Ga. 96, Warner Robins. cggs.org. 478-987-7260. 7 p.m. Nov. 14.
ET CETERA
National Pumpkin Destruction Day
Rock Ranch, 5020 Barnesville Highway, The Rock. $15 per person for ages 3 and older. therockranch.com. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Nov. 5.
Heart of Georgia Airshow
Presented by the Heart of Georgia Regional Airport and Middle Georgia State University. Includes aerial performances by Gary Ward, Greg Koontz and the Alabama Boys, Larry King, Chefpitts, the US Army Silver Wings and the Georgia State Patrol, plus antique car show, kids’ zone, tour of the state’s only four-year public aviation school, interactive exhibits and flight simulator. Middle Georgia State University School of Aviation, Heart of Georgia Regional Airport, 71 Airport Road, Eastman. Free admission. mga.edu. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 5.
Syrup Makin’ Time on the Plantation
Have you ever wondered how sugar cane syrup is made? Find out how in times past farmers made their very own sugar cane syrup. Sip on fresh sugar cane juice while watching the syrup making process and enjoy demonstrations around the farm. $4-$6.50. 478-986-5172. Jarrell Plantation, 711 Jarrell Plantation Road, Juliette. 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Nov. 5.
Indian Springs State Park Museum Tours
Tour the museum, learn about the park, its history and upcoming events; free. 678 Lake Clark Road, Flovilla. A $5 per car parking fee is required. 770-504-2277. 2-4 p.m. Nov. 5 and Dec. 3.
Macon Mayhem Hockey
Home games are played at the Macon Coliseum, 200 Coliseum Drive. $13-$20. Ticketmaster.com. facebook.com/MaconMayhemHockey. 7:30 p.m. Nov. 5 and 4 p.m. Nov. 6 vs. Evansville. 7:30 p.m. Nov. 25 vs. Fayetteville. 7:30 p.m. Nov. 26 vs. Columbus. 7:30 p.m. Dec. 3 vs. Fayetteville. 7:30 p.m. Dec. 9 vs. Pensacola. 7:30 p.m. Dec. 10 vs. Mississippi River Kings. 7:30 p.m. Dec. 17 vs. Columbus. Nov. 5-April 8.
Big House Kids Fest
Come play music on the stage, plus games, arts and crafts and a fire truck. Free. 478-741-5551. The Allman Brothers Band Museum at the Big House, 2321 Vineville Ave. Noon-4 p.m. Nov. 6.
Perry Autofest & Swap Meet
Hosted by Five Guys Automotive Ventures. Georgia National Fairgrounds and Agricenter, Perry. $5 adults; free for children 12 and younger with an adult. 478-662-2267. info@perryswapmeet.com. 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Nov. 11-12.
Eastman Gun Show
Hosted by Eastman Gun Shows LLC. McGill Marketplace, Georgia National Fairgrounds and Agricenter, Perry. $8 adults; free for children 12 and younger with an adult. 229-423-4867. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Nov. 12 and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Nov. 13.
American Indian Month Celebration
Take a ranger tour and learn about the 1930s restoration of the Earthlodge in a recently restored 10-minute film from 1939. Ocmulgee National Monument, 1207 Emery Highway. Free. 478-752-8257. 2 p.m. Nov. 12-13 and 19-20.
Safety and Defense Class
The Safe Alone Organization will teach safety tips and defense techniques. Lanford Library, 6504 Houston Road. Free. 478-621-6970. 5:30 p.m. Nov. 17.
Seasons of Style Fashion Show
Presented by Greater Jordan Chapel. Door prizes and light hors d’oeuvres served. Douglass Theatre, 355 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. $20; $10 ages 12 and younger. 478-742-2000. douglasstheatre.org. 7 p.m. Nov. 18.
International Games Day @ Your Library
Spend the afternoon playing a variety of games ranging from tabletop to video games. Washington Memorial Library, second floor, 1180 Washington Ave. Free. 478-744-0852. 2-5 p.m. Nov. 19.
Battle of Griswoldville Anniversary Commemoration
Learn about the hastily planned attempt by Georgia militia to halt Union General Sherman’s March to the Sea in November 1864. Includes soldier life portrayals and encampments, battlefield tour and a memorial service at noon. Griswoldville Battlefield, two miles southeast of Griswoldville, 10 miles east of Macon via U.S. 80 and Ga. 57 toward Gordon on Baker Road. Free. 478-986-5172. gastateparks.org/jarrellplantation. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Nov. 19.
Fort Hawkins Historic Site
Explore the early American frontier fort, Blockhouse Replica and archaeological dig site. Maynard Street at Emery Highway. 478-746-0704. forthawkins.com. Noon-4 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. Special events: 11th annual Veterans Day Salute and Flag Retirement. 4 p.m. Nov. 11. Sherman’s March: A one-day living history representing both Georgia Militia and Sherman’s troops during the March to the Sea. Noon-4 p.m. Nov. 26.
Antique Steam Engine Demonstration
Come “let off some steam” by blowing the whistle atop the Jarrell Plantation Mill Complex, a signal used to communicate between workers at different work positions throughout the mill. Jarrell Plantation, 711 Jarrell Plantation Road, Juliette. $4-$6.50. 478-986-5172. 2-4 p.m. Dec. 3.
Ocmulgee National Monument
Explore the mounds and walk the trails; discover what life was like here thousands of years ago. Ocmulgee National Monument, 1207 Emery Highway. Free. 478-752-8257. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily.
Jarrell Plantation
Spend a day on the farm and learn about life on the plantation in the 1800s. 711 Jarrell Plantation Road, Juliette. $4-$6.50. georgiastateparks.org. 478-986-5172. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Thursday-Saturday.
Cannonball House
856 Mulberry St. $6 for adults; $5 for seniors and military; $3 for students with college ID. 478-745-5982. Tours offered 10 a.m.-4:15 p.m. Monday-Saturday.
Hay House
934 Georgia Ave. $11 adults; $10 seniors and military; $7 students; free for children younger than 6 and members of the Georgia Trust. 478-742-8155. hayhousemacon.org. Tours offered 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Saturday and 1-4 p.m. Sunday. Last tour at 3 p.m. each day.
Neel Reid Tours
Guided tours of historic 1910 Joseph Neel House designed by Georgia architect Neel Reid. Federated Garden Clubs of Macon Inc., 730 College St. $5. 478-742-0921. fgcmacon.org. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Tuesday-Friday and by special appointment.
Yoga in the Park
Taught by local yoga teachers. Rain cancels the event. Tattnall Square Park, downtown Macon. Free. gswilson7557@gmail.com. 9 a.m. Saturday.
Rock Candy Tours: Free Birds and Night Owls Tour
Easy walking tour of Macon’s musical landmarks with pit stops at bars along the way. Reservations requested 24 hours in advance. Beginning at the Rookery, 543 Cherry St., ending at Grant’s Lounge. $10. 478-955-5997. rockcandytours@gmail.com. 7:30-9 p.m. Friday.
Rock Candy Tours: Rock ‘n’ Roll Stroll
Moderate walking tour takes more than two hours and visits the homes and favorite haunts of Southern music’s most legendary artists. H&H Soul Food Restaurant, 807 Forsyth St. $15. 478-955-5997. rockcandytours@gmail.com. 10 a.m. Saturday.
Yappy Hour
Bring your pooch for doggy demonstrations, live music and giveaways. Humans can purchase beer or wine and be entered to win door prizes. Macon Dog Park, Adams Street, downtown Macon. Free. collegehillmacon.com. 5-8 p.m. the third Thursday of the month.
Lawn Mower Races
Across from Camping World, Byron. 478-956-3929. 11 a.m. the second Saturday of the month.
Wrestling
All-Star Wrestling Network. Wrestleplex, 1361 Peach Parkway, Fort Valley. $6.50 admission, discounts to military and students, free for children 6 and younger. 478-397-5734. allstarwrestlingnetwork.com. 7:30 p.m. doors open, 8 p.m. bell time, the first, third and fifth Fridays of the month.
Bingo
Public welcome. Macon Moose Lodge No. 1455, 2217 Gray Highway. 478-742-5372. 7 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday, 1 p.m. Saturday.
Bingo
Disabled American Veterans No. 9, 4493 Houston Ave. Vann Edwards, 478-784-1454. 7 p.m. Thursday and 3 p.m. Sunday.
Bingo
Public welcome. Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 658, 4864 Harrison Road. 478-474-3663. 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday.
Pool Tournament
The tournament is 9 Ball with handicap rules. L&W Sports Bar, 4479 Pio Nono Ave. $15 tournament, no cover charge. 478-254-4117. 8 p.m. Friday.
Dart Tournament
American Legion Post 3, 5530 Thomaston Road. $10. 478-474-7799. 7:30 p.m. Friday.
Wine Tasting
Tuesday: six wines with light appetizers, $7. Thursday: eight wines with appetizers, $10. WineStyles, 6255 Zebulon Road, Suite 210. 478-474-9595. winestylesmacon.com. 6-8 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday.
Craft Beer Tasting
Six craft beers with snacks. WineStyles, 6255 Zebulon Road, Suite 210. $7. 478-474-9595. winestylesmacon.com. 6-8 p.m. the first and third Saturday of the month.
Mini-Zoo Animal Show
Museum of Arts and Sciences, 4182 Forsyth Road. Free with museum admission, $5-$10. masmacon.org. 478-477-3232. 3 p.m. Tuesday-Friday and Sunday, 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Saturday.
Polar Bear Den
Story time plus crafts for ages 2-5. Museum of Arts and Sciences, 4182 Forsyth Road. $5 per child; free for adults. masmacon.org. 478-477-3232. 10:30 a.m. first Tuesday of month.
Sky Over Macon
Explore the constellations and planets visible from Middle Georgia, then see a live presentation in the Mark Smith Planetarium. View the night sky through powerful telescopes. Museum of Arts and Sciences, 4182 Forsyth Road. Free with museum admission, $5-$10. 478-477-3232. masmacon.org. 8 p.m. the fourth Friday of each month.
This story was originally published November 3, 2016 at 4:51 PM with the headline "Out & About Main Calendar for Nov. 4, 2016."