Out & About

Out & About Calendar for July 28, 2017.

Shar, left, and Joni McCoy check out a sulcata tortoise Saturday during a Repticon event in Perry in this 2014 file photo.
Shar, left, and Joni McCoy check out a sulcata tortoise Saturday during a Repticon event in Perry in this 2014 file photo. jvorhees@macon.com

FESTIVALS

Bragg Jam Concert Crawl

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.

LIVE MUSIC

Jazz in the Courtyard

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.

Marty Stuart

With Cordovas. Cox Capitol Theater, 382 Second St. $35-$55. coxcapitoltheatre.com. 8 p.m. Aug. 4.

Jason Aldean’s Concert for the Kids

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

Second Sunday Concert: Little Tybee

Featuring Little Tybee. 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. Aug. 13.

Paul Thorne Band

Cox Capitol Theater, 382 Second St. $25. coxcapitoltheatre.com. 8 p.m. Aug. 17.

Ben Folds

Cox Capitol Theater, 382 Second St. $35-$45. coxcapitoltheatre.com. 8 p.m. Aug. 31.

Chris Robinson Brotherhood

Cox Capitol Theater, 382 Second St. $25-$30. coxcapitoltheatre.com. 8 p.m. Sept. 16.

Betty Cantrell CD Release Concert

With Jonathan Wyndham and Charles Davis. Cox Capitol Theater, 382 Second St. $15. coxcapitoltheatre.com. 8 p.m. Sept. 22.

Kansas

On tour in support of the 40th anniversary of their breakthrough album. $32-$92. maconcentreplex.org. City Auditorium, 415 First St. Oct. 18.

Black Jacket Symphony presents Fleetwood Mac’s “Rumours”

The performance is separated into two sets. The first set features the album being re-created as a true symphonic piece. The second set, which features a selection of the album artist’s “greatest hits,” opens in full contrast to the first set with an incredible light display and the symphony being much more laid back. $25-$30. thegrandmacon.com. Grand Opera House, 651 Mulberry St. 8 p.m. Oct. 28.

CLASSICAL MUSIC

Macon Pops: “Jazz That Rocks”

Macon Pops concert featuring the music of Blood Sweat and Tears, Chicago and Steely Dan. Middle Georgia State University. maconpops.com. 8 p.m. Aug. 26.

COMEDY SHOWS

Kevin Hart

One of America’s most popular stand-up comedians performs live. Tickets at 800-745-3000, www.livenation.com and www.ticketmaster.com. Macon City Auditorium, 415 First St., Macon. 7 p.m. Sept. 9-10.

THEATER

“Happy Days ... A New Musical”

Presented by the Backlot Players. $15 adults; $12 seniors, students and active military. 478-994-0443. thebacklotplayers.org. The Rose Theater, 23 W. Johnston St., Forsyth. 7:30 p.m. 28-29; 2:30 p.m. July 30.

“The Little Mermaid”

Disney’s animation classic brought to the stage features those well-loved characters and tunes. $20; $18 for military. 478-987-5354, www.perryplayers.org. Presented by the Perry Players. 909 Main St, Perry. 7:30 p.m. July 28 and Aug. 2-4; 1:30 p.m. July 29 and Aug 5.; 2:30 p.m. July 30.

“Every Family Got Issues”

Presented by Soulgood Productions. $20 in advance, $30 at the door. douglasstheatre.org. Douglass Theatre, 355 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. 7 p.m. July 29.

NT Live: “Angels in America Part 1: Millennium Approaches”

Broadcast live from the National Theatre in London. $20, $15 students and seniors. douglasstheatre.org. Douglass Theatre, 355 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. 3 p.m. Aug. 6.

“Change Gonna Come”

Presented by JD Drama. $20 adults, $10 children 11 and younger. douglasstheatre.org. Douglass Theatre, 355 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. 7 p.m. Aug. 12.

NT Live: “Angels in America Part 2: Perestrokia”

Broadcast live from the National Theatre in London. $20, $15 students and seniors. douglasstheatre.org. Douglass Theatre, 355 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. 3 p.m. Aug. 20.

“Un-Shame on You”

A drama about turning lives around. $15 and up. 478-742-2000. www.unshameonyou.com. Douglass Theatre. 355 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Macon. 7 p.m. Aug. 25-26.

Lee Bryan

Puppeteer. Part of Music & the Arts at Vineville. Vineville United Methodist Church, 2045 Vineville Ave. Free. 478-745-3331. 4 p.m. Aug. 27.

DANCES

Summer in Full Swing

USA Dance Chapter No. 6059 of Greater Macon is hosting ballroom dance that will feature a friendly Jack-and-Jill style dance competition. $8 members, $12 nonmembers, $5 students with ID. 478-743-7970. Howard Community Club, 5645 Forsyth Road. Macon. 7:30-10:30 p.m. Aug. 12.

MUSIC HALLS

Oak Grove Jamboree & Opry House

Dancing and country music. Oak Grove Community Center, 1134 Ga. 126 South, Cochran. Free. 478-308-4559. 6:30-10 p.m. Friday.

Hollonville Opry House

This week: Rhythm Ramblers, Dixie Jubilee and Sassy Grass. 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 House Band, 6 p.m. Dance Band, 7 p.m. The Tommy and Simon 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

This week: Randy Greenway and Shadow Riders. 699 Altman Road, Haddock. Donations at the door will be accepted. Contact Randy, 478-363-1274. 6-9 p.m. second, third and fifth Saturday of each month.

MOVIES

Summer Kids’ Flicks

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: Aug. 1-2: “Hotel Transylvania 2.” July 18-Aug. 2.

Senior Cinema: “Going in Style”

Douglass Theatre, 355 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Free for senior citizens. 478-742-2000. maconfilmguild.org. 2 p.m. Aug. 9.

Macon Film Guild: “Truman”

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. Aug. 13.

BOOK EVENTS/LECTURES

Author Patricia Callahan Henry

Patricia Callahan Henry will be talking about her books and the writing process behind them. Copies of her latest book will be available for sale. Free. 478-757-8900. Riverside Library, 110 Holiday Drive N. 2 p.m. July 31.

A Conversation with Nancy Brandon

Georgia author and Hawkinsville native Nancy Brandon will discuss her newly published book “Show Me a Kindness, Free. 478-892-3155. M.E. Roden Library’s Dot Baker Room, 151 Commerce Street, Hawkinsville. 5 p.m. Aug. 1.

GALLERY EXHIBITIONS

Macon Clay Student Show exhibit opening

Join Macon Arts Alliance for the opening night of the exhibit featuring work created in classes and workshops led by Macon sculptor Amy McCullough at the Macon Clay Studio. Free. 478-743-6940. www.maconartsalliance.org. 486 First Street, Macon. 5-8 p.m. Aug. 4. Exhibit runs through Aug. 25.

National Identity

Featuring works that celebrate our nation’s independence, heritage and culture. Free. Opening reception 6-8 p.m. July 21. Middle Georgia Art Association Gallery, 2330 Ingleside Ave. Gallery hours noon-5 p.m. Tuesday-Friday, noon-3 p.m. Saturday. middlegeorgiaart.org. 478-744-9557. On display through Aug. 11.

“Leading the Way: Macon Trailblazers and Activists”

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.

MUSEUM EVENTS

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. July 28.

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. Aug. 5.

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. Aug. 8.

2017 International Taste of Soul

During a leisurely afternoon with “barbecue” as the main theme, visitors can tour the Tubman Museum, partake in soul and comfort food dishes from cultures around the world by local chefs, and enjoy cultural dance performances. $30 museum members, $35 non-members, $15 children. tubmanmuseum.com. Tubman Museum, 310 Cherry St. 2-5 p.m. Aug. 27.

CHURCH/CHRISTIAN EVENTS

Kids’ Fall Kick-off Pool Party

Lizella Baptist Church is hosting a Fall Kick-off Pool Party, mini car-show and fun night at Lizella Pool (on Holley Road) for kids in first-sixth grades. Families must pre-register for dinner (provided) either online or by calling 478-935-8632. lizellabaptist.com. 6 p.m. Aug. 2.

Gospel Fest

Featuring the Marshall Burkett Trio, Sensationals and more. $10. douglasstheatre.org. Douglass Theatre, 355 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. 4 p.m. Aug. 5.

The Cleghorns

Gospel concert. Free, donations accepted. Sandy Valley Baptist Church, 1124 S. Houston Lake Road, Warner Robins. 478-396-8139. 6:30 p.m. Aug. 5.

Annual Ladies’ Tea

Join the ladies of Lizella Baptist Church for a fall tea in the Christian Life Center. Special guest speaker, music and door prizes, along with fellowship and a delicious buffet. Bring some friends and a side dish. Free admission. 478-935-8632. lizellabaptist.com. 10:30 a.m. Aug. 12.

ET CETERA

2017 Warner Robins Coin Show

Free admission and parking. 478-335-6853. Middle Georgia Conference Center, 706 N. Houston Road, Warner Robins. 10 a.m. July 28-29.

Canoe Twilight Paddle

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. July 28.

Stand-Up Paddle Boarding for Beginners

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. July 30.

Southeast Shindig Car Show

Car show and gathering. Hosted by Southeast Regional Car Club. Free for spectators. 407-342-3134. Miller-Murphy-Howard Building, Georgia National Fairgrounds and Agricenter, 401 Larry Walker Parkway, Perry. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Aug. 5.

Community Back to School Bash

Dare to Dream Foundation wants to ensure that local youth are equipped with the necessary school supplies, and provide families with information about resources available to them in their community and surrounding areas. This event will include school supplies give away, resource fair for parents/adults, cookout and inflatables for the children to enjoy. Across from the City Hall in Marshallville. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Aug. 5.

Tykes, Tots & Teens Consignment Sale

Middle Georgia's largest consignment sale for babies, kids, teens & expecting moms. Shop 40,000 square feet of bargains including clothes, toys, equipment, books, games, decor and more. Free admission. 770-722-5795. www.TTTsale.com. McGill Marketplace, Georgia National Fairgrounds and Agricenter, 401 Larry Walker Parkway, Perry. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Aug. 10, 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Aug. 11-12, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Aug. 13 (closed 1-2 p.m.)

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. Aug. 12.

Guided Tour of Jarrell Plantation

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. Aug. 12.

Repticon Reptile and Exotic Animal Show

Reptiles and exotic animals show and sales. $10 adults, $5 children ages 5-12, free for children 4 and younger with adult. 863-268-4273. Miller-Murphy-Howard Building, Georgia National Fairgrounds and Agricenter, 401 Larry Walker Parkway, Perry. 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Aug. 12.

2017 Buckarama

Hunting and fishing outdoor show. Hosted by Georgia Wildlife Federation. $10 adults, $8 seniors 65 and older, $8 children ages 6-12, free for children 4 and younger with adult. 770-787-7887. www.gwf.org . McGill Marketplace, Georgia National Fairgrounds and Agricenter, 401 Larry Walker Parkway, Perry. 1-7 p.m. Aug. 18, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Aug. 19, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Aug. 20.

Middle Georgia Derby Demons

$10 adults, $5 ages 6-12, free for kids ages 5 and younger. Profits from this season’s home games will benefit Crisis Line and Safe House. Check middlegeorgiaderby.com for home game locations. Aug. 24: The Legiskators (Tallahassee Rollergirls). Sept. 16: Soul City Sirens. Oct. 21: Halloween Mashup. 6 p.m. doors open, 7 p.m. first whistle blows Aug. 24-Oct. 21.

The Greek Stompdown

HPE Complex, Fort Valley State University, Fort Valley. wildcatticketoffice.com. $12.50. 7:30 p.m. Sept. 15.

CALL FOR ENTRIES/AUDITIONS

Miss Peach Blossom Pageant

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.

Mercer University Youth Choirs

Singers auditioning for 2017-18 season are asked to sing a simple, unaccompanied song (“Amazing Grace,” “America, the Beautiful,” “Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star,” etc.), after which they will sing simple scales and demonstrate some basic musicianship skills. 478-301-5751. Neva Fickling Recital Hall of the McCorkle Music Building, Mercer University 1329 Adams Street, Macon. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Aug. 12 and 2-4:30 p.m. Aug. 13.

Call for Proposals from Muralists

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 12 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.

Middle Georgia Art Association’s annual photography exhibit

The theme this year is “rustic.” Photos should show things that are rusty, distressed, aged, weathered, etc. Judged exhibit is open to all midstate artists 18 years and older who are out of high school. Prospectus and entry forms are available at www.middlegeorgiaart.com or by calling 478-744-9557. Apply by 5 p.m. Aug. 15.

One City Arts Festival Juried Plein Air Event

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 July 26, 2017 at 7:05 PM with the headline "Out & About Calendar for July 28, 2017.."

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