Out & About Calendar
FESTIVALS
CHERRY BLOSSOM FESTIVAL
Through April 3, several venues in Macon. Special music events, fun and games in Central City Park, annual bed race, arts and crafts, food trucks and more. For a detailed schedule, visit www.cherryblossom.com.
DOGWOOD FESTIVAL
April 9-10, downtown Perry. Arts and crafts, food vendors, a youth entertainment stage, dog dock diving competition and kids zone. Hot Air Balloon Rally 4-9 p.m. April 9 at the Georgia National Fairgrounds and Agricenter. www.perrygeorgiachamber.com.
LOCALICIOUS: WARNER ROBINS FOOD FESTIVAL
4-8 p.m. April 16, Courtyard Marriott, 589 Carl Vinson Parkway, Warner Robins. This event aims to promote local music, art and food. Featuring educational and artistic exhibits, a market, cooking contest, music by Southern Persuasion, Louise Warren, Edward Dunbar (from the Drifters) and Darin Curtis. For all ages. Sponsored by Land to Hand Inc. Proceeds benefit the Houston County farmers markets and local food insecurity programs. 478-225-7626. www.landtohand.org.
TASTE OF THE SOUTH CRAFT BEER AND FOOD FESTIVAL
Noon-6 p.m. April 30, Rosa Parks Square, adjacent to First Street, downtown Macon. Sample a variety of craft beers while enjoying musical performances, food, and fun and games for the whole family. Admission is free for all ages. Tickets for beer tastings will be available for those 21 and older, while non-alcoholic drinks will be available for purchase in the Cellar at Just Tap'd. www.justtapdfestival.com.
MACON FILM FESTIVAL
July 21-24. Guest Andrew McCarthy will kick off the festival with an appearance, Q&A and special screening of "Pretty in Pink" at 6 p.m. July 21 at the Douglass Theatre, 355 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. www.maconfilmfestival.com.
MARKETS
STATE FARMERS MARKET
8 a.m.-dark daily, 2055 Eisenhower Parkway. Farmers selling fresh produce, as well as dealers year-round.
WESLEYAN MARKET
9 a.m.-1 p.m. April 9, May 14, June 11, July 9 and Aug. 13, Wesleyan College front campus. 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. 478-757-5233. Free admission.
BOLINGBROKE FARMERS MARKET
3-6 p.m. first, third and fifth Tuesdays, parking lot of the Country Oaks Farm and Pet Supply, Bolingbroke. A food-only market featuring grass-fed beef, pork and organic chicken, organic produce, farm fresh eggs, jellies and jams and bakery products. www.bolingbrokefarmersmarket.com.
MULBERRY MARKET
3:30-7 p.m. Wednesday, Tattnall Square Park. Locally grown and produced vegetables, dairy, meat, desserts and more. Free to attend. www.chwg.org.
INTERNATIONAL CITY FARMERS MARKET
1-6 p.m. Thursday, Watson Boulevard and Maple Street, in front of Perkins Field, Warner Robins. Featuring Georgia-grown/made foods. Local, seasonal produce, meat, milk and more. 478-225-7626.
FORT VALLEY FARMERS MARKET
8 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, next to the railroad tracks on Lowe Street, Fort Valley. Local produce and plants for sale. 478-825-5286.
GOSPEL/CHRISTIAN
FLASHLIGHT EASTER EGG HUNT
6 p.m. March 25, Second Baptist Church Youth Activities Center, 2504 Moody Road, Warner Robins. For children from birth-fourth grade. Games, concessions and other activities. 478-923-7101. Free.
THE CROSSWALK
6 p.m. March 25, New Elim Baptist Church, 4368 Hartley Bridge Road. Feel the emotion of what it was like to be lining the path when Jesus carried his cross to Golgotha. Watch as re-enactors portraying Jesus Christ and Roman soldiers bring the scene to life. 478-955-8686. Free.
"HE TOUCHED ME"
6:30 p.m. March 25 and 27, April 3, United Community Church, 2411 Heath Road. Passion play. 478-475-5012. Donations accepted.
"MY FAITH STILL HOLDS"
11 a.m. March 27, Cornerstone Bible Fellowship, 10157 U.S. 341 North, Fort Valley. An Easter musical performed by the choir. 478-397-6568.
SOUTHERN GOSPEL MUSIC CONCERT
7 p.m. April 1, Friendship Baptist Church, 1322 Feagin Mill Road, Warner Robins. Featuring South Georgia Quartet and Dayspring Trio. Benefits the Appalachia Mountain Ministry (a ministry of the Rehoboth Baptist Association). 478-396-9065. Donations accepted.
GOSPEL SING FUNDRAISER
4-9 p.m. April 23, Jeffersonville Assembly of God, 45 Railroad St. W., Jeffersonville. Benefits Relay for Life. Featuring the Assembly of God choir singers, Vanessa Crosby and the Faulk Family Singers, Aubrey Ray along with Becky Hataway and many others. Hot dog plates for sale and cake auction. 478-960-0796.
SONGSMEN QUARTET
6:15 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month, Bill Hardin Music, 4661 Chambers Road. Open rehearsal and sing-along. Group singing, duets, solos, etc. Light refreshments served. Bring your favorite sound tracks and books. Instruments will be furnished. 478-737-1520. Free.
MUSIC AND VARIETY
JAZZ CELEBRATION
7 p.m. March 25, the Library Ballroom, 652 Mulberry St. With The World Famous Walnut Street Dixie, Racing and Marching Society Jazz Band. Cash bar. www.libraryballroom.com. $10, or two for $15.
MARC BROUSSARD
8 p.m. March 25, Cox Capitol Theatre, 382 Second St. Tickets are available at www.CoxCapitolTheatre.com or by calling 478-257-6391. $15 advance; $20 day of the show for general admission.
RIFF RAFF
8 p.m. April 1, Cox Capitol Theatre, 382 Second St. www.coxcapitoltheatre.com. $22-$25.
MARY WILSON OF THE SUPREMES
7:30 p.m. April 2, Grand Opera House, 651 Mulberry St. www.TheGrandMacon.com. 478-301-5470. $35-$49.
CALLIE GREATHOUSE AND JETTISON BLUE
7:30 p.m. April 2, Perry Arts Center, 1121 Macon Road, Perry. Concessions available. $5. www.perryartscenter.org.
JOHN CONLEE
7 p.m. April 7, Hawkinsville Opera House, Hawkinsville. Tickets can be purchased at the Hawkinsville Opera House, online at www.itickets.com or call 800-965-9324.
BILLY JOE SHAVER
8 p.m. April 8, Cox Capitol Theatre, 382 Second St. Tickets are available at www.CoxCapitolTheatre.com or by calling 478-257-6391. $20-$45.
BEARSTOCK
1-11 p.m. April 9, Tattnall Square Park, downtown Macon. Music all afternoon from tons of bands. Headliners include MKTO, Jon Bellion, Elephante and DNK. Plus, food vendors on site. Free. www.quadworks.mercer.edu.
BARRY DARNELL AND THE MOBILE SLIM BAND
8 p.m. April 9, the Library Ballroom, 652 Mulberry St. Cash bar. www.libraryballroom.com. $10.
ROSANNE CASH WITH JOHN LEVENTHAL
7:30 p.m. April 14, Grand Opera House, 651 Mulberry St. www.TheGrandMacon.com. 478-301-5470. $45-$61.
TAYLOR HICKS
April 14, Cox Capitol Theatre, 382 Second St. Hear the "American Idol" winner in concert. www.ticketfly.com.
OLD SCHOOL MUSIC FESTIVAL
April 16, Macon Coliseum, 240 Coliseum Drive. Featuring Keith Sweat, Juvenile, Morris Day and the Time and Cherrelle. Hosted by MC Lightfoot; music by DJ Daddy Dre. 800-745-3000. www.ticketmaster.com. $25 and up.
THE OH HELLOS
8 p.m. April 21, Cox Capitol Theatre, 382 Second St. Tickets are available at www.CoxCapitolTheatre.com or by calling 478-257-6391. $15-$20.
THE STRANGER: BILLY JOEL TRIBUTE
8 p.m. April 23, Cox Capitol Theatre, 382 Second St. Tickets are available at www.CoxCapitolTheatre.com or by calling 478-257-6391. $15 general admission.
GRACE POTTER
8 p.m. April 28, Cox Capitol Theatre, 382 Second St. Tickets are available at www.CoxCapitolTheatre.com or by calling 478-257-6391. $38-$42.
SCOTT STAPP
8 p.m. May 1, Cox Capitol Theatre, 382 Second St. Tickets are available at www.CoxCapitolTheatre.com or by calling 478-257-6391. $25-$28.
STEEP CANYON RANGERS
8 p.m. May 6, Cox Capitol Theatre, 382 Second St. Bluegrass music, with the Packway Handle Band. Tickets are available at www.CoxCapitolTheatre.com or by calling 4782576391. $20-$25.
SHENANDOAH
8 p.m. May 7, Cox Capitol Theatre, 382 Second St. www.coxcapitoltheatre.com. $25-$30.
DARK SIDE OF THE DEAD
8 p.m. May 13, Cox Capitol Theatre, 382 Second St. Grateful Dead/Pink Floyd tribute. www.coxcapitoltheatre.com. $12-15.
STEVE EARLE
8 p.m. May 14, Cox Capitol Theatre, 382 Second St. www.coxcapitoltheatre.com. $25-$35.
MERLE HAGGARD AND JASON ISBELL
7 p.m. May 18, City Auditorium, 415 First St. With guest Tommy Emmanuel. Tickets are available at the box office, by phone at 800-745-3000 or www.Ticketmaster.com. $39.50-$79.50.
AN EVENING WITH TRAVIS TRITT
7:30 p.m. May 22, Grand Opera House, 651 Mulberry St. 478-301-5470. $45-$55.
JAZZ IN THE COURTYARD
7 p.m. May 29, Douglass Theatre, 355 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Featuring Ken Trimmins Jazz Quartet. 478-742-2000. www.douglasstheatre.org. Free.
STEPHANIE MILLS
8:30 p.m. Oct. 22, Macon Coliseum, 200 Coliseum Drive. With the Whispers. Proceeds benefit Fort Valley State University National Alumni Association Inc. Tickets available at the Centreplex box office, Ticektmaster or Habersham Records, 478-743-2587. $28 and up.
POETIC PEACE OPEN MIC NIGHTS
8 p.m.-midnight every first and third Wednesday, Midtown Key Club, 435 Third St. Open mic for poets, musicians, singers, comedians, lyrical emcees and more. Hosted by Y-O with DJ Ron and Soulistic. 478-719-2054. $5.
DANCES
MACON SHAG CLUB
6:45 p.m. Thursday, Holiday Inn Macon North, 3953 River Place Drive. 478-960-7938. Free.
DANCE
8 p.m. Friday, Disabled American Veterans Chapter 9, 4493 Houston Ave. Featuring the Winchester Band. 478-784-1454. $7.
DANCE
8:30 p.m. Saturday, VFW Post 658, 4864 Harrison Road. Featuring the Southern Country Band. Singles welcome. 478-474-3663. $7.
PAIRS AND SPARES SQUARE DANCE
6:30-8:30 p.m. Monday (except for holidays), North Macon Park Recreation Center, North Macon Park Drive. Caller is Lee Dixon. Free to anyone who is a member of any square dance club. 478-477-6863.
WESTERN SQUARE DANCERS OF MACON SQUARE DANCE CLUB
7-9 p.m., Thursday (except the fourth Thursday of each month), Howard Community Club, 5645 Forsyth Road. Caller: Tom Wood. 478-935-8364. Free to anyone who is a member of any square dance club.
ROBINS RAMBLERS SQUARE DANCE CLUB
7-9 p.m. Tuesday (except the third Tuesday of each month), Warner Robins Recreation Center, 800 Watson Blvd., Warner Robins. Caller is Bud Whitten. 478 235-9200. Free to anyone who is a member of any square dance club.
IRISH REELERS SQUARE DANCE CLUB
7:30-9:30 p.m. second and fourth Friday of each month, Southwest Laurens Elementary School, 1799 Ga. 117, Rentz. Caller: Lee Dixon. 478-293-8771. Free to anyone who is a member of any square dance club.
MUSIC HALLS
OAK GROVE JAMBOREE & OPRY HOUSE
6:30-10 p.m. Friday, Oak Grove Community Center, 1134 Ga. 126 South, Cochran. Dancing and country music with the Foskey Family Band and the Faulk Family Band. 478-308-4559. Free.
OLE CLINTON OPRY
5:30-10 p.m. Friday, 215 Old Ga. 18, Gray. This week: 5 p.m. House Band, 7 p.m. Gold Dust (the Walnuts). 478-825-4118 or www.clintonopry.com. Free; donations accepted.
HOLLONVILLE OPRY HOUSE
6:30 p.m. Saturday, Ga. 362, Hollonville. This week: Back Porch, Flint River Bluegrass and Kirkland and Friends. 770-228-4832 or www.hollonvilleopry.com. Free; operated on donations.
POWERSVILLE OPRY
4-9 p.m. Saturday, south onto Powersville Road off Ga. 247 Connector between Warner Robins and Ga. 49. Also open 7 p.m. Monday night, jam and open mic. 478-328-0678 or www.powersvilleopry.com. Free.
WAGON HOUSE OPRY
6:30-10 p.m. second, third and fifth Saturday of each month, 699 Altman Road, Haddock. Contact Randy, 478-363-1274. Free; donations accepted.
JULIETTE OPRY HOUSE
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. Ga. 87, Juliette. Call 478-335-3895 for tickets or buy online at www.acousticproductions.com. $17.
FILMS/SCREENINGS
"STRAIGHT OUTTA COMPTON"
7:30 p.m. March 31, Douglass Theatre, 355 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. $6, includes popcorn and a drink. 478-742-2000.
DISNEY'S "WRECK-IT RALPH"
10 a.m. doors open, noon and 3 p.m. show times, April 2, Georgia Sports Hall of Fame, 301 Cherry St. Shown in partnership with the Children's Hospital at Navicent Health. Seating is first come first served. Drinks and popcorn will be for sale. 478-752-1585. www.gshf.org. Admission will be free all day.
MACON FILM GUILD
Douglass Theatre, 355 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. 2 p.m., 4:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. April 10: "45 Years." May 8: "Carol." Special documentary presentation: "Finders Keepers" at 7:30 p.m. April 19. 478-742-2000. www.maconfilmguild.org. $5.
BALD SHORTS FILM FESTIVAL
7:30 p.m. April 29, Georgia College's Arts and Sciences Auditorium. A juried short film festival. An awards presentation program and reception follow the screening. www.baldshorts.com. 478-452-3950.
FUNDRAISERS
FUND RAISING BAKE SALE
9 a.m.-6 p.m. March 25, Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, 5455 Mount Pleasant Church Road. Home-baked cakes. 478-781-4970.
KAPPA SIGMA RUN FOR THE WARRIORS
9 a.m. March 26, Middle Georgia State University's Recreation and Wellness Center. Includes 5K and one-mile fun run. Hosted by Middle Georgia State University's Kappa Sigma fraternity and benefitting the Wounded Warriors Project. 478-342-8280. $30 adults, $12 youth.
ROSE HILL RAMBLE
2-4 p.m. April 3, Rose Hill Cemetery's main gate, 1071 Riverside Drive. Led by Jim Barfield. The Ramble will go by Willingham Row, visit the grave of Jordan Massee, pause at the grave of the young victim of a theater tragedy, stop to remember the inspiration of an Allman Brothers Band song, and end at the feet of the founder of Rose Hill Cemetery. Rambles are guided tours of the cemetery and require participants to be able to walk on uneven and unpaved pathways in the cemetery. $5; Friends of Rose Hill attend free. 478-742-5084.
DESIGN, WINE AND DINE HARD HAT PARTY
7-9 p.m. April 8, at the Design House, 1388 Calhoun St. Featuring 12 spaces for designers to decorate. Joe D's of Ingleside will provide barbecue and guests are invited to join a barbecue sauce and fixins' contest. Hosted by Historic Macon. www.historicmacon.org.
PRINCESS TEA PARTY
2-4 p.m. April 17, Hay House, 934 Georgia Ave. Benefits the Miss Macon scholarship fund. For girls ages 5-12, with 2015 Miss Georgia Adeline Kenerly, Miss Macon 2016 Destiny Levant, Miss Macon's Outstanding Teen 2016 Annie Swan and other dignitaries. 478-361-4631. www.missmacon.org. $45 per child, $15 per parent.
HEART OF THE DRAGON FESTIVAL DRAGON BOAT RACES
1 p.m. April 23, Sandy Beach, Lake Tobesofkee Recreation Area. Registration is open now for teams of 10 paddlers and one drummer to race in 20-foot dragon boats. Bring a team or just bring your family to watch the races. All proceeds go to help provide mentors through Big Brothers Big Sisters. Register by calling 478-745-3984 or visit www.macondragonboats.org. Teams must be registered by April 15 to participate.
JEAN COLEMAN CHERISHED CHILDREN GOLF TOURNAMENT
April 29, Waterford Golf Course, 620 Ga. 96, Bonaire. Registration is at 11 a.m., lunch is at 11:30 a.m., and preparation for tee off is at 12:45 p.m., including a short program by students of the 4-year-old classes, who will also putt and chip while the golfers play. 478-442-4378. Teams or individuals may register for $50 per player.
"CATWALK TO CURE CHILDHOOD CANCER"
5-6 p.m. VIP reception, 6-8 p.m. show, May 1, Tubman Museum, 310 Cherry St. Fashion show to benefit Joshua's Wish. Special guest: recording artist Melba Moore. Door prizes. www.joshuaswish.org. $25 general admission; $50, VIP tickets, includes priority seating, pre-reception, swag bag and a picture with Moore.
BONE APPETIT
5-10 p.m. May 14, North Jackson Street, Forsyth. Steak and rib cookoff, live music, silent auction, horse shoe toss and dinner. Benefits Save A Pet. For tickets, volunteering opportunities or to enter the cooking competition, call Pat Corley, 478-994-5223.
LITERARY/LECTURES
LECTURE ON GLADYS WILLIAMS
1-3 p.m. March 25, Sidney Lanier Cottage, 935 High St. Join Historic Macon for a lecture by Deborah-Patrice Hamlin about Gladys Williams, who was born in Tindall Heights and grew up to become a pioneer female band leader, music educator and community cornerstone. www.historicmacon.org. Free.
"THE HEALING POWER OF UNSELFISHNESS"
3 p.m. March 27, 1295 Georgia Ave. With Lois Rae Carlson. Sponsored by the First Church of Christ, Scientist. Refreshments to follow lecture. 478-742-4828. Free.
READING ROCKS
6-7:30 p.m. March 30, Bloomfield Park, 4115 Lions Place. Come meet, greet and read with local college athletes, radio personalities, doctors, lawyers and more. Hosted by Macon-Bibb Parks and Recreation and the Middle Georgia Regional Library in honor of Celebrate Reading Awareness Month. 478-447-2790. Free.
AUTISM SPRING SYMPOSIUM
April 2. 8 a.m. Mercer University's Medical School Auditorium, 1550 College St. Speakers will discuss education initiatives, clinical research and early diagnoses. 3-4:30 p.m.: participants will be invited to tour Autism Center, Navicent Health (ACNH), 1014 Forsyth St. To register, call 478-301-2249 or visit www.tinyurl.com/mercerautism.
BEEKEEPING 101
9 a.m. April 2, Camp John Hope, between Perry and Fort Valley. Heart of Georgia Beekeepers Association is hosting an introduction to beekeeping. Learn about honey bees, their parts, functions in the hive, the parts and purposed of the nine parts of a beehive, diseases, pollination and how to extract honey. heartofgabeekeepers@gmail.com. Free.
MARGARET PORTER BOOK SIGNING
2-4 p.m. April 2, Barnes and Noble Booksellers, 5080 Riverside Drive. The novelist and historian will discuss and sign her latest novel, "A Pledge of Better Times," and an earlier release, "The Proposal." 478-474-0161.
JACQI FROMAUEX BOOK SIGNING
11 a.m.-2 p.m. April 5, Jeneane's at Pinebrook, 4436 Forsyth Road. The author will sign her book, "They Called Me Jo -- A White Slave Girl." 478-476-4642.
JUDY DAVIS BOOK SIGNING
6-8 p.m. April 7, Barnes and Noble Booksellers, 5080 Riverside Drive. The author will be signing copies of her new book, "Scripture Woven Prayers." 478-474-0161.
AUTHOR CARMEN DEEDY
6:30 p.m. April 18, Pierce Chapel, Wesleyan College. Wesleyan's 15th annual Storytelling Festival features children's author Carmen Deedy and Wesleyan Education Department storytellers. Part of the Lamar Lecture Series. 478-757-5262. Free.
HOUSTON COUNTY FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY OLD BOOK SALE
10 a.m.-8 p.m. April 28, 9 a.m.-8 p.m. April 29, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. April 30, Georgia Grown Building, Georgia National Fairgrounds and Agricenter, Perry. Hosted by Houston County Friends of Library. Proceeds benefit Houston County Libraries. More than 90,000 books and media sorted into more than 50 categories. Books priced from 50 cents to $3. Admission: $5 or free for Houston Friends on April 28; free admission for all April 29-30. All books half price April 30. 478-923-0128.
ET CETERA
MACON MAYHEM HOCKEY HOME GAMES
Macon Coliseum, 200 Coliseum Drive. 7:30 p.m. March 26 vs. Fayetteville; 7:30 p.m. March 27 vs. Fayetteville. $10-$18. www.maconmayhem.pointstreaksites.com.
ICE SKATING
Macon Coliseum, 200 Coliseum Drive. 10 p.m. (after game) March 26; 7 p.m. (after game) March 27. Doors open 30 minutes prior to each session. Non-skating guests admitted free. Concessions available. Schedule subject to change. www.maconcentreplex.com. 478-752-9232. After-game admission is $10 per person without game stub or $8 per person with game stub; $8 per person with military ID; group rates available.
JARRELL PLANTATION HISTORIC SITE
711 Jarrell Plantation Road, Juliette. Through the Ages Textile Exhibit: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. March 25-26, March 31-April 2; exhibit of vintage Jarrell family textiles, including authentic clothing items worn through the ages at Jarrell Plantation; $6.50 adults, $6 seniors (62+), $4 youth (ages 6-17), free for children younger than 6. Gorgeous Gourds: 11 a.m.-noon March 26; learn how to turn gourds into birdhouses; all ages are welcome and all supplies will be provided; please call the office if you plan to attend; $3 per person. Car Show: 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m. April 9; antique car owners are invited to join; it is requested that car models entered into the show be 1979 models or earlier in order to coincide with the time period of the historic site; $20 pre-registration, $25 day of show; for spectators, $6.50 adults, $6 seniors (62+), $4 youth (6-17), free for children under 6. 478-986-5172. www.gastateparks.org/JarrellPlantation.
HIGH FALLS STATE PARK
76 High Falls Park Drive, Jackson. Glow-N-Dark Easter Egg Hunt: 7-8:30 p.m. March 26, hunt for more than 4,000 glowing eggs, plus carnival-style games and s'mores. Registration is required and space is limited; $5. Paws on the Falls: 1-2:20 p.m. April 9 and 10-11:20 a.m. May 8; grab your leash and bring your dog out to walk with some new friends on the High Falls Trail. A special surprise for each dog that attends; $5 per dog. Large Mouth Bass Fishing Tournament: 8 a.m.-4 p.m. April 16; try to catch the big bass in this jon boat fishing tournament; prizes will be awarded for biggest catch; pre-registration required. Twlight Night Paddle: 6:30-8 p.m. April 29 and 7:30-9 p.m. May 20 and 27; enjoy the setting sun in this peaceful, ranger-led 3 mile canoe trip to Buck Creek; fadults and children 8 years or older who are accompanied by an adult; reservations required; $15 includes boat and gear. A $5 per car parking fee is required for all events. 478-993-3053.
INDIAN SPRINGS STATE PARK
678 Lake Clark Road, Flovilla. Campers' Easter Egg Hunt: 9:30 a.m. March 26, cottage and campground guests younger than 10 can participate in the Easter Egg Hunt; free. Museum Tours: 2-4 p.m. April 2 and May 7. Tour the museum, learn about the park, its history and upcoming events; free. The Springs Fling: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. April 16; enjoy games, inflatable obstacle course, Easter bunny photos, crafts, vendors and fun for the whole family; free. A $5 per car parking fee is required for all events. 770-504-2277.
LAST SATURDAY EVENT
1-3 p.m. March 26, Georgia Sports Hall of Fame, 301 Cherry St. Stop by and grab some health and nutrition information from the Navicent Health Wellness Center booth. 478-752-1585. www.gshf.org. Free admission.
UNITY EASTER
9 a.m. March 27, Douglass Theatre, 355 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Presented by Universal Light Christian Center. 478-742-2000. www.douglasstheatre.org. Free.
"SWIPE RIGHT NIGHT: A SPEED DATING EVENT"
7 p.m. March 29, the Hummingbird, 430 Cherry St. Each round will be four minutes long; limited to 20 people. To sign up, email Brandon@TheBirdStage.com. $10, includes snacks and one complimentary beverage.
MEET BOBBY HENDLEY
10 a.m.-1 p.m. March 30, 730 College St. Presented by the Federated Garden Clubs of Macon. Georgia Sports Hall of Famer Bobby Hendley was a member of the Chicago Cubs, where he pitched in the "greatest game ever pitched" against Sandy Koufax. He coached Macon's River North Academy '75-'82 to four state titles and is the five-time Georgia State Coach of the year. Free. 478-742-0921.
PERRY AUTOFEST AND SWAPMEET
8 a.m.-6 p.m. April 1-2, Georgia National Fairgrounds and Agricenter, Carnival Midway, 401 Larry Walker Parkway, Perry. Hosted by Five Guys Automotive Ventures. Keith Brantley, 478-662-2267 or info@perryswapmeet.com. $5; under 12 free with adult.
JAVORS LUCAS LAKE FISHING
Javors Lucas Lake, 6 a.m.-7 p.m. Friday-Sunday through May 1. Only boats with electric/trolling motors are allowed on the lake. www.maconwater.org. A seasonal pass to fish by boat is $100 and a seasonal pass to fish from the shore is $50. The daily fee for fishing by boat is $10 and is $5 for fishing from the shore.
WATERMELON EXPRESS TRAIN RIDE
9:30 a.m.-3:05 p.m. April 2, SAM Shortline Train, Cordele. Enjoy a ride from our downtown Cordele depot to historic Plains. Ticket required. 229-276-0755. www.GaStateParks.org/events.
FIRST SATURDAYS
Museum of Arts and Sciences, 4182 Forsyth Road. Presented by the Navicent Health Foundation in collaboration with the museum. A day of scavenger hunts, nature walks and hands-on activities. April 2: Pediatric Autism Awareness. Admission to the museum will be free. www.masmacon.org.
CEREMONY HONORING REVOLUTIONARY WAR SOLDIER
2 p.m. April 2, Oaklawn Cemetery, Fort Valley. Formal ceremony dedicating a marker at the grave of Revolutionary War Soldier William Wiggins Jr. Hosted by the Ocmulgee and the Blue Ridge Mountains Chapters of the Georgia Society of the Sons of the American Revolution (SAR). Anyone seeking more information on the SAR or anyone aware of other Revolutionary War Patriots buried in Peach County may contact Ray Crumbley, RCrumb9234@bellsouth.net.
SAFETY CON
April 2, Georgia National Fairgrounds and Agricenter, Perry. One-day expo and marketplace for all things safety, including weather prevention and preparedness and everyday safety issues. Feel the real-time dangers of texting or drinking while driving in a simulator. See how the National Weather Service uses weather balloons. Free health screenings, cyber security, home security and more. Free. www.gnfa.com.
2016 SPRING HOME & GARDEN SHOW
9 a.m.-7 p.m. April 8 and 9 a.m.-6 p.m. April 9, Miller-Murphy-Howard Exhibit Building, Georgia National Fairgrounds and Agricenter, Perry. Shop for plants, trees, shrubs bulbs, and garden art along with garden furnishings porch and patio accessories. Master Gardeners on hand to answer questions. Free workshops for children to learn about birds, wildlife habitat, recycling and gardening. $5 adults; free for kids under 12 with an adult. www.mgcg.org.
MAGNOLIA SOAP BOX DERBY
10 a.m.-5 p.m. April 9, Washington Park, Magnolia Street, downtown Macon. Up to 30 teams compete for bragging rights, glory and swag as they race down Magnolia Street in all kinds of crazy custom race cars. Fans line the streets to cheer on their favorites. For more information or to register your team, visit www.maconderby.com, or call 917-412-4661.
ETHNIC AWARDS GALA
6 p.m. April 9, Douglass Theatre, 355 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Presented by Willis Slater Productions. 478-742-2000. www.douglasstheatre.org. Free.
SPRING AT THE ROCK RANCH
The Rock Ranch, 5020 Ga. 36, The Rock. Strawberry Festival: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. April 23; $15 per person older than 2; Farm Market open until 5:30 p.m. Saturdays on the Farm: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. April 30 and May 7; $12 per person older than 2. Spring Break Fridays: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. April 1, 15 and 22; $12 per person older than 2. 706-647-6374. www.therockranch.com.
THE BLACK OUT DANCE COMPETITION
3 p.m. April 24, Tattnall Square Academy, 111 Trojan Trail. Support local and surrounding area teams as they battle it out on the dance floor. Coach D of the Dancing Dolls will be the guest judge. Presented by Kali Dance Studio for the Arts. Terra Gallemore, dancekali729@gmail.com or 478-461-7602. $15.
LADIES OF COLOR TALENT AND FASHION SHOW
6-8 p.m. April 30, Douglass Theatre, 355 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. $10 adults; $5 children. 478-742-2000. 478-745-7944.
HAY HOUSE SPRING STROLL
May 6-8, Hay House, 934 Georgia Ave. Garden Market: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. May 6-7, 1-5 p.m. May 8; flowering plants and trees, perennials, garden and patio accessories, potted plants, home accents and more; free. House and Garden Seminars: keynote speaker is author Susan Sully with additional seminars given by Lida Hill; free. Garden Tour: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. May 6-7, 1-5 p.m. May 8; see blooming private gardens in the historic Intown neighborhood; $20 in advance, $25 at door. Florabrilliance Flower Exhibit: ticket holders will be able to view unique flower displays by local florists on the main levels of Hay House. Historic Interiors Tour: 5-8 p.m. May 6-7; visit beautiful private homes in the Shirley Hills neighborhood; $20 in advance, $25 at door. Combo tickets: $35 in advance, $45 at door. Advance tickets will be available at www.HayHousemacon.org, at the Hay House or by calling 478-742-8155. During the event weekend, tickets will be sold at the Hay House.
SYLVIA LERBINI FREE LIBERTY PERFORMANCE
6 p.m. May 7, Reaves Arena, Georgia National Fairgrounds and Agricenter, Perry. Featuring beautiful Arabian horses. Free. 678-878-6048.
"UCHEE PADDLE"
May 14, Dykes Landing, Cochran, put in; Mile Branch Landing, Hawkinsville-Pulaski County River Park, take out. Ocmulgee Water Trail annual paddle. Shuttle provided. Register at www.ocmulgeewatertrail.com. 478-636-9527. $35 early bird registration; $40 after April 15, includes T-shirt and meal.
YOGA IN THE PARK
9:30 a.m. Saturdays, Tattnall Square Park (rain cancels). Taught by local yoga teachers. gswilson7557@gmail.com. Free.
POLAR BEAR DEN
10:30 a.m. first Tuesday of month, Museum of Arts and Sciences, 4182 Forsyth Road. Story time plus crafts for ages 2-5. $5 per child; free for adults. www.masmacon.com. 478-477-3232.
SKY OVER MACON
8 p.m. the fourth Friday of each month, Museum of Arts and Sciences, 4182 Forsyth Road. Explore the constellations and planets visible from Middle Georgia, then see a live presentation in the Mark Smith Planetarium. Free with museum admission, $5-$10. 478-477-3232.
This story was originally published March 24, 2016 at 6:43 PM with the headline "Out & About Calendar ."