Out & About Calendar for June 23, 2017.

Enjoy attractions including pony rides, cane pole fishing, Tiny Town, the petting zoo, hot air balloon glow and fireworks. Tethered hot air balloon rides available for an additional cost. Concessions available. The Rock Ranch, 5020 Barnesville Highway, The Rock. $12 per person from 2-6 p.m.; $25 per vehicle for guests entering after 6 p.m. therockranch.com. 2 p.m. June 24.

Hosted by the Perry Area Chamber of Commerce. Kids Zone for kids, bring picnics. No alcohol or dogs. Free. 478-987-1234. West parking lots, Georgia National Fairgrounds and Agricenter, Perry. 7 p.m. gates open, 9:30 p.m. fireworks, June 25.

Hear the A2Z Band in concert followed by a fireworks display at the Houston Galleria Mall. Free. Centerville City Hall, 300 E. Church St., Centerville. 6-9:30 p.m. June 29.

Featuring Keith Sweat, Johnny Gill, 112, Dru Hill and Jon B. Macon Coliseum, 200 Coliseum Drive. $34-$129. ticketmaster.com. 800-745-3000. 7:30 p.m. June 30.

Featuring Montgomery Gentry in concert. Free. McConnell-Talbert Stadium, Davis Drive, Warner Robins. 6 p.m. June 30.

See demonstrations of old-fashioned skills and chores, participate in crafts activities, hear the Declaration of Independence at noon, and partake in outdoor games and races at 12:30 p.m. In addition to these festivities, enjoy fresh barbecue, hot dogs and savory sides for an additional fee. 711 Jarrell Plantation Road, Juliette. $6.50 adults, $6 seniors (62+), $4 youth (6-17), free for children 5 and younger. 478-986-5172. gastateparks.org/jarrellplantation. 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. July 1.

Celebrate with carousel rides, games, prizes for the kids and a bounce house. smileysfleamarkets.com. Smiley’s Flea Market, 6717 Hawkinsville Road. Noon-4 p.m. July 1.

Hosted by the Museum of Aviation Foundation, the Star Spangled Banner Concert features the Wellston Winds. Free. Century of Flight Hangar, Museum of Aviation, Ga. 247 at Russell Parkway, Warner Robins. 3 p.m. July 2.

A day full of festivities, food and fun. lanesouthernorchards.com. Lane Southern Orchards, 50 Lane Road, Fort Valley. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. July 4.

Annual fireworks over Lake Tobesofkee. Visitors should be at the park by 8 p.m. Free. laketobo.maconbibb.us. Sandy Beach Park, 6860 Moseley Dixon Road. 9 p.m. July 4.

Tour the historic Porter House on Wesleyan College’s campus after it is transformed by talented designers. Enjoy craft beer, wine and spirits with experts from the South in the inspired setting of the Porter House and North Macon’s historic architecture. Enjoy Chef’s Table dinners and progressive suppers. For a complete schedule of events and ticket costs, visit designwinedine.org. June 23-25.

Surrounded by a rich musical and Southern culture, the Macon Film Festival celebrates independent films while promoting filmmaking for entertainment, inspiration, education and economic development. Read more about it, the films being screened and ticket options at maconfilmfestival.com. July 20-23.

Dozens of bands across multiple stages in downtown Macon. New this year: the festival has expanded to include a Friday night show at the Cox Capitol Theatre. For a complete listing of bands, as well as ticket options and more information, visit braggjam.org. July 28-29.

Concert presented by Corner Concerts and Friends of Macon Music. Come hear some live music as the sun goes down and then head into the museum for Sky Over Macon the the planetarium. Concert is free, regular museum admission of $5-$10 applies to Sky Over Macon. Outside at the Museum of Arts and Sciences, 4182 Forsyth Road. MASmacon.org. 6-9 p.m. June 23.

CD release of “Juke Joint at the Edge of the World.” Part of the Listening Room Series. The Library Ballroom, 652 Mulberry St. $15 advance, $20 at door. libraryballroom.com. 8 p.m. June 23.

Grateful Dead cover band. Cox Capitol Theater, 382 Second St. $12-$15. coxcapitoltheatre.com. 8 p.m. June 23.

With Bonnie Bishop. Cox Capitol Theater, 382 Second St. $12-$25. coxcapitoltheatre.com. 8 p.m. June 24.

Summer concert event. $5. 478-918-0660. Yesterdaze, 2607 Moody Road, Warner Robins. 9:30 p.m. June 24.

Featuring Ken Trimmins Quiet Storm. The front plaza comes alive with cool jazz for warm evenings. Back again is Francar’s Food Truck. Free. 478-742-2000. douglasstheatre.org. Douglass Theatre, 355 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. 7 p.m. June 25.

Hear the singer-songwriter in concert. Free. 478-741-9130. The Hummingbird Stage and Taproom, 430 Cherry St. 8 p.m. June 27.

This new theatrical concert features more than 60 songs blended into unique medleys from the most prominent decades in music history — the 60s, 70s and 80s. Also featuring more than 100 costume changes and videos that turn back time. $36-$46. maconcentreplex.org. City Auditorium, 415 First St. 7:30 p.m. June 29.

With Garrett Owen. Cox Capitol Theater, 382 Second St. $15-$20. coxcapitoltheatre.com. 8 p.m. June 30.

With Clownvis Presley. Cox Capitol Theater, 382 Second St. $20-$30. coxcapitoltheatre.com. 8 p.m. July 8.

Featuring Quaildogs. Sponsored by Bragg Jam. Bring picnics, blankets, chairs, families and friends. No grills or tents, all pets must be leashed, and be mindful of your neighbors if you’re going to smoke. Free. braggjam.org. Coleman Hill Park, downtown Macon. 6-8 p.m. July 9.

Barbershop quartet. Part of Music & the Arts at Vineville. Vineville United Methodist Church, 2045 Vineville Ave. Free. 478-745-3331. 4 p.m. July 16.

Live music, silent auction and food. Free. Allman Brothers Band Museum at the Big House, 2321 Vineville Ave. thebighousemuseum.com. 4-10 p.m. July 22.

Featuring Freddie Britt and Company. The front plaza comes alive with cool jazz for warm evenings. Back again is Francar’s Food Truck. Free. 478-742-2000. douglasstheatre.org. Douglass Theatre, 355 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. 7 p.m. July 30.

All proceeds will once again benefit the Children’s Hospital, Navicent Health. Tickets on sale at 10 a.m. June 23 at JasonAldean.com and Ticketmaster.com. Macon Coliseum, 200 Coliseum Drive. Aug. 11.

Perry Players youth production. $10. perryplayers.org. Perry Players Community Theater, 909 Main St., Perry. 7:30 p.m. June 23; 1:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. June 24; 2:30 p.m. June 25.

Presented by Warner Robins Little Theatre. Reservations can be made now by calling 478-929-4579 between the hours of 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. The box office will be open an hour prior to show time. $20 for general admission; $18 seniors, students and military with ID. Warner Robins Little Theatre, 502 S. Pleasant Hill Road, Warner Robins. 8 p.m. June 23-24 and June 28-July 1, and 2:30 p.m. June 25.

Theatre Macon presents this special summer production at Mercer University’s Tattnall Square Center for the Arts, 1096 College St. All tickets are $20. Get tickets online at theatremacon.com or at the door one hour before show time. theatremacon438@gmail.com. 8 p.m. June 23-24; 2:30 p.m. June 25.

Live broadcast from the National Theatre in London. $20 adults, $15 seniors and students. 478-742-2000. Douglass Theatre, 355 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. 3 p.m. June 25.

$25 adults, $20 seniors (60+), $15 children/students through age 22. Get tickets online at theatremacon.com or at the door beginning an hour before showtime. Directed by Jim Crisp, choreography by Faith Madison, musical direction by McKinley Starks. theatremacon438@gmail.com. Theatre Macon, 438 Cherry St. 8 p.m. June 30, July 1-2, 7-8 and 14-15; 7:30 p.m. July 6 and 13; 2:30 p.m. July 2 and 9.

Live broadcast from theNational Theatre in London. $20 adults, $15 seniors and students. 478-742-2000. Douglass Theatre, 355 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. 3 p.m. July 2.

This week: Straight from the Heart, the Maloy Brothers and Appalachian Travelers. Ga. 362, Hollonville. Free; operated on donations. 770-228-4832 or hollonvilleopry.com. 6:30 p.m. Saturday.

This week: 4:15 p.m. Powersville House Band; 6 p.m. Dance Band; 7 p.m. Ray Knighton and Wanell Collins and Phoenix Band. 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.

Family friendly. Free popcorn and snow cones. Presented by Macon-Bibb County Parks and Recreation. Tattnall Square Park, downtown Macon. Dominique Lewis, 478-621-6281 or dlewis@maconbibb.us. Sundown, June 23.

Douglass Theatre, 355 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. $8. 478-742-2000. 6 p.m. June 24.

All movies show at 10 a.m. $4 ticket includes free box of popcorn and kid’s soda. amstarcinemas.com. AmStar Cinemas Macon 16, 5996 Zebulon Road. Movie schedule: June 27-28: “The Iron Giant”; July 11-12: “The Angry Birds Movie”; July 18-19: “Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs”; July 25-26: “Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2”; Aug. 1-2: “Hotel Transylvania 2.” June 27-Aug. 2.

Douglass Theatre, 355 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. $5. 478-742-2000. maconfilmguild.org. 2 p.m., 5 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. July 9.

Reading prose and poetry about life, love, death and grief with Dawn Branch Owens and Paula Johns. Limited Seating; RSVP to 478-953-8000. Centerville Library Conference Room, 206 Gunn Road, Centerville. 1:30-3:30 p.m. June 24.

Discover your lighter, gentler side with Amish and Christian Fiction. Free. 478-621-6970. Lanford Library, 6504 Houston Road. 11 a.m. June 26.

Free. 478-744-0825. Washington Memorial Library, 1180 Washington Ave. 10 a.m. June 28.

Michael Johnson of Where Eagles Soar Productions will teach confidence-boosting techniques and etiquette skills. Free. 478-744-0859. Washington Memorial Library, 1180 Washington Ave. 10:30 a.m. June 29.

Join the library’s Genealogy Department as they give an introduction to genealogy and discuss interesting facts about Macon. Free. 478-744-0825. Washington Memorial Library, 1180 Washington Ave. 3 p.m. July 6 and July 20.

Car and truck show; prizes for best car, best truck and club participation. R/C airplane show at 10 a.m. July 1; presented and sponsored by Perry R/C Flyers. Proceeds go to the Houston County Humane Society and Critical Care for Animal Angels. Hosted by Freaks of Nature. North Peach Park, 461 White Road, Byron. Participants: $30 day of show for driver and one ride-in; $10 each additional ride-in; spectators: $10 per day/$15 for weekend or free with donation of dog/cat food, min. 5-pound bag. facebook.com/summershowdownga. Jason Barnes, sdblazer@gmail.com or 478-808-7889. 8 a.m. gates open, July 1-2.

Featuring a chance to win cash prizes. Hosted by the Museum of Aviation Foundation. Benefits STEM education programs and general museum operations. Century of Flight Hangar, Museum of Aviation, Ga. 247 at Russell Parkway, Warner Robins. $100, each ticket admits two people. museumofaviation.org. 6 p.m. July 15.

Featuring paintings by Marthalyn Fortson and ceramic sculpture by Amy McCollough. Macon Arts Alliance Gallery, 486 First St. Free. maconartsalliance.org. 478-743-6940. On display through June 30.

Featuring artwork by Casie Trace. A variety of work will be displayed, including paintings, mixed media pieces and digital illustrations. Free. 478-238-6051. The 567 Center for Renewal, 456 First St. On display through June 30.

See the judged exhibit featuring the work of Middle Georgia artists. Free. Gallery hours: noon-5 p.m. Tuesday-Friday and noon-3 p.m. Saturday. middlegeorgiaart.org. 478-744-9557. Middle Georgia Art Association Gallery, 2330 Ingleside Ave. On display through July 14.

Forsyth Main Street is hosting this traveling Smithsonian exhibition. See it 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Friday and 1-5 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. Free. 478-994-7747. Conley Building, 126 E. Adams St., Forsyth. On display through July 22.

Featuring 40 works by photographer Johnny Crawford, including portraits of Macon residents who have overcome obstacles and made significant contributions to the local community. Tubman Museum, 310 Cherry St. Free for Tubman Museum members, $5 non-members. tubmanmuseum.com. On display through July.

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. June 23.

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. July 1 and Aug. 5.

Bring your daycare, church group or family to The Rock Ranch for frolicking on the farm. Catch a fish on a cane pole, race on the pedal carts or soar down the zip line. After a day of playing, visit the Georgia Grown Farm Market to cool off with strawberry ice cream and fruity slushies. General admission covers all attractions other than zip lining, rock climbing and carousel rides. $12 for ages 2 and older. The Rock Ranch, 5020 Barnesville Highway, The Rock. therockranch.com. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. June 23 and 28-30, July 12-15 and 19-21.

Develop fundamental skills such as balance, steering and recovery techniques. After class, get a free one-hour paddle board rental. Register in advance. High Falls State Park, 76 High Falls Park Drive, Jackson. $25, plus $5 parking. 478-993-3053. GaStateParks.org. 9:30-11 a.m. June 24.

Create your own wizarding world with your very own wand. For teens. Free. 478-744-0825. Washington Memorial Library, 1180 Washington Ave. 2 p.m. June 24.

Take a guided tour of the historic grounds of Jarrell Plantation. Learn about the Jarrell family, the agricultural operation and how the switch to industry kept the plantation afloat. Jarrell Plantation Historic Site, 711 Jarrell Plantation Road, Juliette. $6.50 adults, $6 seniors (62+), $4 youth (6-17), free for children 5 and younger. 478-986-5172. gastateparks.org/jarrellplantation. 9:30-11 a.m. June 24.

$8, free for ages 11 and younger with an adult. 229-423-4867. Heritage Hall, Georgia National Fairgrounds and Agricenter, Perry. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. June 24, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. June 25.

Hosted by Phillips Performing Arts Foundation. Dinner, community support awards, entertainment by Phillips Jazzy Jazz Band and Violinist Ashley Pointer. Dress is semi-formal. Advance tickets only. $25, $35 VIP, $300 table for eight. Get tickets at eventbrite.com or by calling 478-394-5018. La Piada Ballroom, 4295 Interstate Drive. 5 p.m. June 25.

Come make some buttons! Free. 478-744-0875. Shurling Library, 1769 Shurling Drive. 3:30 p.m. June 29.

Soak in High Falls Lake and enjoy the setting sun in this peaceful 3-mile canoe trip to Buck Creek. The ranger will give a short lesson on the history of High Falls Lake and the local ecology. Canoeing experience is recommended. For adults and children ages 8 and older. Bring a headlamp and wear water shoes. Reservations required. $20 per person plus $5 parking per car. 478-993-3053. GaStateParks.org. High Falls State Park, 76 High Falls Park Drive, Jackson. 7:30-9 p.m. June 30.

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. July 8.

A live body painting show and art exhibition. Guests can watch as models are transformed into living art via body paint. The line-up also includes musical acts, poetry and performances. Guests can purchase art while witnessing temporal masterpieces on human canvas. They can also enter a raffle for a chance to join the magic by having an arm, face or leg painted by a Dark Eden artist during the event. $16 in advance; $20 day of or at the door. ampersandguild.com. Ampersand Guild Hall, 503 Fifth St. 7-11 p.m. July 14.

Ages 0-26. Pageant held in Adel. Winners in Teen and Miss competitions will receive paid entry to the Miss GA USA or Miss Teen USA Pageant. For more information, call 912-381-7070 or email missgasouth@hotmail.com. Enter by July 1.

Theatre Macon production, directed by Jim Crisp. Roles for five to seven men and three to five women. Performance dates: Sept. 8-17. Rehearsals begin Aug. 14. theatremacon438@gmail.com. Theatre Macon, 438 Cherry St. Macon. 7:30 p.m. July 2-3.

Pageant will be held 2 p.m. Aug. 12 in Hawkinsville. Any girl ages 0-24 is eligible to compete. This is a stress-free pageant sponsored by the Miss Georgia Peach Scholarship Board. Winning queens age 4 and older receive paid entry in the Miss Georgia Peach Scholarship Pageant. For more information, email peachblossompageant@yahoo.com or call 478-923-3846. Enter by Aug. 5.

Macon Arts Alliance is calling muralists to submit proposals for a public mural project made possible by the Downtown Challenge, a project of the Community Foundation of Central Georgia. Three artists will be selected to produce consecutive murals in twelve 12-by-14-foot sections of an exterior wall of the Macon Bus Terminal Transfer Station. Visit maconartsalliance.org/call-for-proposals-from-muralists to review the call for artist’s specifics. Apply by noon Aug. 15.

As a part on Macon’s 2017 One City Art Festival, Macon Arts Alliance is looking for artists to venture out into Macon’s many beautiful parks to paint during the week of Oct. 13-19 and culminate in a reception and exhibition at The Gallery at Macon Arts Alliance at 5:30 p.m. Oct. 20. Visit maconartsalliance.org and select the call for submissions to review the call for artist’s specifics. $25 application fee for three images. Apply by Aug. 25.

This story was originally published June 21, 2017 at 1:33 PM with the headline "Out & About Calendar for June 23, 2017.."