Main Calendar
FESTIVALS
Autism Awareness Festival
Including a 5k trail race, family fun run, live music, food vendors, resource fair, crafts, inflatables and kids’ games. Hosted by the Anchor of Hope Foundation. Dayspring Presbyterian Church, 1045 U.S. 41 South, Forsyth. Free. anchorofhopefoundation.org. 478-994-0438. 8 a.m.-2 p.m. April 30.
Middle Georgia Wine Festival
Sample wines from around the state, finger foods from various venues and a silent auction. Participants must be ages 21 and older. Benefiting Scottish Rite Children and Scottish RiteCare Clinics. Macon Scottish Rite Center, 1985 Vineville Ave. $25. 478-745-4025. 7 p.m. April 30.
Taste of the South Craft Beer and Food Festival
Sample a variety of craft beers while enjoying musical performances, food, and fun and games for the whole family. Rosa Parks Square, adjacent to First Street, downtown Macon. 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. justtapdfestival.com. Noon-6 p.m. April 30.
Turkey Creek Festival
Family-oriented fun. Parade, vendors, games, rides, food, door prizes and entertainment. Byromville. turkeycreekfestival.com. 10 a.m. May 7.
Summer Theatre Festival
See three shows on three different stages. The great Fats Waller musical “Ain’t Misbehavin” will open July 1 at Theatre Macon, 438 Cherry St. The classic Broadway musical “42nd St.” will open July 8 at the Grand Opera House, 651 Mulberry St. The hilarious take on Shakespeare’s “The Complete Works of Shakespeare, Abridged” will open July 7 at Mercer University’s Tattnall Square Center for the Arts. Tickets to Theatre Macon are $25, tickets to the Grand Opera House are $35; tickets to Mercer’s venue are $20; a combination ticket for all three shows is $65. Tickets for all shows will be available through the Grand Opera House box office at 478-301-5470 or at thegrandmacon.com beginning June 15. Begins July 1-8.
Macon Film Festival
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. maconfilmfestival.com. July 21-24.
Bragg Jam
Hear 70 bands across multiple stages during Macon’s favorite summer music and community festival. Downtown Macon. $25 advance admission. For band lineup and Patron Party details, visit braggjam.org. July 30.
MARKETS
State Farmers Market
Farmers selling fresh produce, as well as dealers year-round. 2055 Eisenhower Parkway. 8 a.m.-dark daily.
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. May 14, June 11, July 9 and Aug. 13.
Bolingbroke Farmers Market
A food-only market featuring grass-fed beef, pork and organic chicken, organic produce, farm fresh eggs, jellies and jams and bakery products. Parking lot of the Country Oaks Farm and Pet Supply, Bolingbroke. bolingbrokefarmersmarket.com. 3-6 p.m. first, third and fifth Tuesdays.
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.
GOSPEL/CHRISTIAN
The Inspirations
With Dayspring Trio. Byron Baptist Church, 100 West White Road, Byron. Donations accepted. Keith Scott, 478-951-7272 or keithsklc@gmail.com. 6 p.m. May 7.
Songsmen Quartet Open Rehearsal and Sing-A-Long
Special guests Eclectic Brass Band, 10-piece professional musicians playing big band and jazz music. Also, Dennis McCook, Maxine Redd and others. Bill Hardin Music, 4661 Chambers Road. 478-737-1520. 6:30 p.m. May 10.
“Inspiring Healthier Living” Health Fair
Includes blood pressure screening, glucose screening, sports physicals, dental education, health and wellness education, participation raffle, prizes and more. Sponsored by the church’s Health and Wellness Ministry. Lundy Chapel Baptist Church, 2081 Forest Hill Road. Free. Vanessa Fuller, fullerva@msn.com. 478-474-3400. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. May 14.
The Prophetic Encounter
Featuring Apostle John Eckhardt, guest speaker Apostle Travis Jennings, prophetic teaching and activation. Hosted by M. Dianna Hollins. The House of Shekinah Glory, 3752 Eisenhower Parkway. Evening events are free; daytime event is $45, including lunch, before July 30, $55 after. 407-906-7634. diannahollins.org. 7:30 p.m. Aug. 19-20; 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Aug. 20.
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
Great Peacock
Folk/pop music. Opening for the band will be Abby Smith and her father, Shea. Part of the Music at the Mount concert series. Boxed dinners by Michael’s on Mulberry are available for purchase and must be reserved prior to the event. Mount de Sales Academy, 851 Orange St. $15 advance, $20 at the gate; $200 tables for eight. musicatthemount.com. 7 p.m. April 29.
ZoSo
Led Zeppelin tribute. Cox Capitol Theatre, 382 Second St. $15 advance, $18 day of the show. CoxCapitolTheatre.com. 877-987-6487. 8 p.m. April 29.
Jimmy Hall’s Birthday Bash
With special guests Tommy Talton and Otis. Cox Capitol Theatre, 382 Second St. $22. coxcapitoltheatre.com. 8 p.m. April 30.
Rhythm N Jazz Spring Concert Series
Featuring Stantavia. Gateway Park, downtown Macon. Free. 6 p.m. May 1.
Scott Stapp
Cox Capitol Theatre, 382 Second St. $25-$28. Tickets are available at coxcapitoltheatre.com or by calling 478-257-6391. 8 p.m. May 1.
Kiefer Sutherland
Cox Capitol Theatre, 382 Second St. $15 advance, $20 at door. coxcapitoltheatre.com. 8 p.m. May 3.
Steep Canyon Rangers
Bluegrass music, with the Packway Handle Band. Cox Capitol Theatre, 382 Second St. $20-$25. coxcapitoltheatre.com. 8 p.m. May 6.
Gregg Allman
Cox Capitol Theatre, 382 Second St. $55-$100. coxcapitoltheatre.com. 8 p.m. May 7.
Second Sunday Concert Series
Presented by Bragg Jam. The Brick will be selling food and beverage. Picnics, lawn chairs and pets are welcome; no tents or grills. Coleman Hill Park. Free. braggjam.org. 6 p.m. May 8.
Dark Side of theDead
Grateful Dead/Pink Floyd tribute. Cox Capitol Theatre, 382 Second St. $12-15. coxcapitoltheatre.com. 8 p.m. May 13.
Jazz in the Courtyard Member Mixer
With Miss Keela’s Rhythmic Jazz, featuring the KLS Percussion Band. Bring appetizer to share; beer, wine and mixers at the bar. Rain cancels. The Essers’ Courtyard, 2757 Cherokee Ave. Free for JAM members, $10 nonmembers. RSVP to jazzmacon@gmail.com. Jazz Association of Macon, 478-737-2771. 7:30-10:30 p.m. May 14.
Jason Isbell with Tommy Emmanuel
Jason Isbell and Tommy Emmanuel honor Merle Haggard’s memory with their performance. City Auditorium, 415 First St. $25 and up. ticketmaster.com. maconcentreplex.org. 7:30 p.m. May 18.
Travis Tritt
Grand Opera House, 651 Mulberry St. $45-$55. 478-301-5470. thegrandmacon.com. 7:30 p.m. May 22.
The Charlie Fog Band
An evening celebrating the music of the Grateful Dead. Bearfoot Tavern, 468 Second St. Free. 912-844-4250. 8 p.m. May 27.
Jazz in the Courtyard
Featuring Ken Trimmins Jazz Quartet. Douglass Theatre, 355 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Free. 478-742-2000. douglasstheatre.org. 7 p.m. May 29.
Stephanie Mills
With the Whispers. Proceeds benefit Fort Valley State University National Alumni Association Inc. Macon Coliseum, 200 Coliseum Drive. $28 and up. Tickets available at the Centreplex box office, Ticektmaster or Habersham Records, 478-743-2587. 8:30 p.m. Oct. 22.
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
Spring Dance
Entertainment by the Good Vibrations Band directed by John Laughter. Attire is dressy/Sunday best. Snacks provided and cold drinks for a small donation and water. Couples and singles welcome. Line dancing during the first break with Dianne Kent. Co-hosted by the Dances for Fun Ministry of St. Joseph Catholic Church and Greater Macon Chapter No. 6059 of USA Dance. This is an alcohol- and smoke-free environment. St. Joseph Church Social Hall, 830 New St. $20 per person, $10 students with current ID (cash and checks only). 478-743-7970. 7:30-10:30 p.m. May 13.
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.
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, 7 p.m. Klassic Kountry. 215 Old Ga. 18, Gray. Free; donations accepted. As of May 6, Clinton Opry will be charging $2 admission at the door. 478-825-4118 or clintonopry.com. 5:30-10 p.m. Friday.
Hollonville Opry House
This week: Ted Lynch, Honey Creek Band and Due South. Ga. 362, Hollonville. Free; operated on donations. 770-228-4832 or hollonvilleopry.com. 6:30 p.m. Saturday.
Powersville Opry
This week: 4:20 p.m. Powersville Opry House Band, 6 p.m. Just one More, 7:30 p.m. the Lady Grands. 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: 6 p.m. Markhall Band, 9 p.m. Down the Hill Country. 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
Bald Shorts Film Festival
A juried short film festival. An awards presentation program and reception follow the screening. Georgia College’s Arts and Sciences Auditorium. baldshorts.com. 478-452-3950. 7:30 p.m. April 29.
Macon Film Guild: “Carol”
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. May 8.
Macon Film Guild: “Eye in the Sky”
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. June 12.
FUNDRAISERS
2-Man Scramble Golf Tournament
Lunch served after round. Benefits the Family Counseling Center of Central Georgia Inc. Bowden Golf Course, 3111 Millerfield Road. $75 per golfer. fcccg.org. 478-256-0708 or bryan@totalsystemsav.com. 8 a.m. registration, 9 a.m. shotgun start, April 29.
Bleckley Relay For Life
Re-scheduled due to rain. Food, games, local entertainment, luminary ceremony. Old high school track behind Bleckley Primary, 259 Peter St. NE, Cochran. Free. Stacey Floran, 574-257-9789, option 3. 6 p.m.-2 a.m. April 29.
Jean Coleman Cherished Children Golf Tournament
Includes a short program by students of the 4-year-old classes, who will also putt and chip while the golfers play. Waterford Golf Course, 620 Ga. 96, Bonaire. Teams or individuals may register for $50 per player. 478-442-4378. 11 a.m. registration, 11:30 a.m. lunch, 12:45 p.m. preparation for tee off, April 29.
Color Run and Health Fair
Hosted by the Lighthouse for Alzheimer’s Care. Southern Pines Recreation Complex, 675 Southern Pines Road, Dublin. Kim Cook, 478-278-2378. 9 a.m.-noon April 30.
Talent Show
Hosted by the Macon Bibb NAACP. All proceeds will go to Relay for Life. Buck Melton Community Center, 150 Sessions Drive. Sign up by calling 478-745-9944. 2-4:30 p.m. April 30.
“Catwalk to Cure Childhood Cancer”
Fashion show to benefit Joshua’s Wish. Special guest: recording artist Melba Moore. Door prizes. Tubman Museum, 310 Cherry St. $25 general admission; $50 VIP tickets, includes priority seating, pre-reception, swag bag and a picture with Moore. joshuaswish.org. 5-6 p.m. VIP reception, 6-8 p.m. show, May 1.
Macon’ Us Glow 5K Fun Run
Benefits the Accountability Courts and the Macon Reentry Coalition. Amerson River Park, 2551 North Pierce Drive. $30 after, $20 for Macon Tracks Members. Runners can register at runsignup.com/Race/GA/Macon/MaconUsGlow5KFunRun. 6-8 p.m. May 6.
All About Animals Rescue Run
Includes a 10.2K, 5K and 1-mile fun run. Benefits the no-kill rescue shelter. Mount Zion Baptist Church, 7015 Rivoli Drive. $25 for 10.2K, $20 for the 5K and one-mile fun run prior to May 3. Register at racerpal.com and day of race. 8 a.m. May 7.
Antique Tractor Show
Vote for your favorite tractor. Benefiting the Jay’s Hope Foundation. Tractor Supply, 6010 Watson Boulevard, Byron. Votes are $1. Winners will be announced at 2 p.m. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. May 7.
William L. Turner Golf Classic Tournament
Hosted by the Men of Omega Gamma Gamma Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. and the William L. Turner Uplift Foundation. Benefits scholarship funds for local college-bound high school seniors, youth athletics, elderly home activities, youth camps and other community outreach events. International City Golf Course, 100 Sandy Run Road, Warner Robins. $65 advance, $85 on site. James E. Boles Jr., 301-267-0425 or jamesboles7@aol.com. 7:30-9 a.m. May 14.
Bone Appetit
Steak and rib cookoff, live music, silent auction, horse shoe toss and dinner. Benefits Save A Pet. North Jackson Street, Forsyth. For tickets, volunteering opportunities or to enter the cooking competition, call Pat Corley, 478-994-5223. 5-10 p.m. May 14.
LITERARY/LECTURES
Houston County Friends of the Library Old Book Sale
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. Georgia Grown Building, Georgia National Fairgrounds and Agricenter, Perry. Books priced from 50 cents to $3. Free admission; all books half price April 30. 478-923-0128. 9 a.m.-8 p.m. April 29, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. April 30.
Central Georgia Genealogical Society
The meeting topic is “ABCs of DNA: Who, when, why, where, how to test and what to do with results.” The follow-up meeting in June will feature a DNA guest speaker. CGGS members may submit their DNA test results for help with interpretation at the June meeting. Guests welcome. Flint Energies Conference Center, 900 Ga. 96, Warner Robins. cggs.org. 478-987-7260. 7 p.m. May 9.
ET CETERA
Twilight Night Paddle
Enjoy the setting sun in this peaceful, ranger-led 3-mile canoe trip to Buck Creek; for adults and children 8 years or older who are accompanied by an adult; reservations required. High Falls State Park, 76 High Falls Park Drive, Jackson. $15 includes boat and gear; a $5 per car parking fee is required for all events. 478-993-3053. 6:30-8 p.m. April 29 and 7:30-9 p.m. May 20 and 27.
Living History Re-enactment
Portrayal of federal occupation of Macon by “Widow Makers Mess.” Fort Hawkins, Maynard Street at Emery Highway. Noon-4 p.m. April 29.
Ladies of Color Talent and Fashion Show
Douglass Theatre, 355 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. $10 adults; $5 children. 478-742-2000. 478-745-7944. 6-8 p.m. April 30.
Make Your Own Rag Doll
Learn how to make your very own rag doll; all supplies provided and there is no sewing required; all ages are welcome. 711 Jarrell Plantation Road, Juliette. $2 per person. 478-986-5172. gastateparks.org/JarrellPlantation. 10 a.m.-noon April 30.
Old Clinton War Days
Featuring authentic camps of Civil War re-enactors, ladies’ tea, battle re-enactments, memorial service, arts and crafts, demonstrations and more. New this year: youth wooden rifle mock battle. Old Clinton Historic District, 12 miles NE of Macon on U.S. 129, left at Randolph St. traffic light. $5 adults, $3 ages 18 and under, free for children under 6. Earlene Hamilton, 478-986-6383. oldclinton.org. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. April 30; 9 a.m.-4 p.m. May 1.
Saturdays on the Farm
The Rock Ranch, 5020 Ga. 36, the Rock. $12 per person older than 2. 706-647-6374. therockranch.com. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. April 30 and May 7.
Holocaust Memorial: Yom Hashoah
Macon’s Jewish community will commemorate Yom Hashoah, also known as Holocaust Remembrance Day. Participating clergy include Rabbi Aaron Rubinstein and the Rev. Cassandra Howe of High Street. Rachel Shankman will speak on “What Does it Mean to Face Ourselves? Reflections of a Second Generation.” The program will include the ceremonial lighting of memorial candles and the recitation of Kaddish, the Jewish prayer for the departed. Congregation Sha’arey Israel, 611 First St. 478-745-4571. 4-5 p.m. May 1.
Historic Macon Preservation Awards
Celebrating historic preservation efforts in Macon. 338 Poplar St. Free. historicmacon.org. 478-742-5084. 5 p.m. reception, 6 p.m. meeting and awards, May 3.
Historic Preservation Month Tram Tour
Hosted by Perry Main Street and featuring tours of historic buildings in downtown Perry. The educational program will provide information about the history of Perry, its residents and its architecture. Ellie Loudermilk of the Perry Area Historical Society will lead the tour. Seating is limited; advance registration required. Beginning and ending at First Baptist Church parking lot, Main Street, Perry. Free. 478-988-2758. 5:30 p.m. May 5 and 9.
Hay House Spring Stroll: Historic Interiors Tours and Garden Tours
Visit beautiful private homes in the Shirley Hills neighborhood. See blooming private gardens in the historic Intown neighborhood. During the event weekend, tickets will be sold at the Hay House. Beginning at Hay House, 934 Georgia Ave. $20 in advance, $25 at door; combo ticket: $35 in advance, $45 at door. hayhousemacon.org. 478-742-8155. Interiors: 5-8 p.m. May 6-7; Gardens: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. May 6-7, 1-5 p.m. May 8.
Hay House Spring Stroll: Garden Market and Florabrilliance Flower Exhibit
Flowering plants and trees, perennials, garden and patio accessories, potted plants, home accents and more. View unique flower displays by local florists on the main levels of Hay HouseHay House, 934 Georgia Ave. hayhousemacon.org. 478-742-8155. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. May 6-7, 1-5 p.m. May 8.
Hay House Spring Stroll: House and Garden Seminars
Keynote speaker is author Susan Sully with additional seminars given by Lida Hill. Hay House, 934 Georgia Ave. Free. hayhousemacon.org. 478-742-8155. May 6-8.
Battle of Byron
Classic car cruise-in hosted by Southern Classic Cruisers, arts and crafts, food vendors, historic challenges, cornhole tournament and music on two stages. Performers include Byron Elementary School Chorus, Jeremy and Rachel Chupp, Legacy, LaVern Smith, 8 Second Ride, Phill Stoffer and Friends, Kofi-Ah and Edward Dunbar (from the Drifters), Southern Persuasion, DJ Greg, Darin Curtis and Chin Krirat and the Big Rock Show (members of Skid Row, Winger and Alice Cooper). North Peach Park, Byron. battleofbyron@yahoo.com. 478-397-7405. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. May 7.
“Free Comic Book Day”
Celebrity signings, a store wide sale and the giveaway of free, previously selected comic books while supplies last. A costume contest will be held and will include gift card prizes. Vigilantes Comics and Cafe, 1291 S Houston Lake Road, Suite J, Bonaire. 478-988-0464. Free. 11 a.m.-8 p.m. May 7.
Firewise Day
Fire and safety organizations will share the importance of being prepared for wildfires. 711 Jarrell Plantation Road, Juliette. Free. 478-986-5172. gastateparks.org/JarrellPlantation. 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. May 7.
First Saturday: Pediatric Asthma Awareness
Presented by the Navicent Health Foundation in collaboration with the Museum of Arts and Sciences. A day of scavenger hunts, nature walks and hands-on activities. Museum of Arts and Sciences, 4182 Forsyth Road. Admission to the museum will be free. www.masmacon.org. May 7.
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. May 7.
Sylvia Lerbini Free Liberty Performance
Featuring beautiful Arabian horses. Reaves Arena, Georgia National Fairgrounds and Agricenter, Perry. Free. 678-878-6048. 6 p.m. May 7.
Paws on the Falls
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. High Falls State Park, 76 High Falls Park Drive, Jackson. $5 per dog; a $5 per car parking fee is required. 478-993-3053. 10-11:20 a.m. May 8.
Crossroads of Georgia Cluster
All-breed dog shows, conformation, obedience trials (regional qualifier), rally trials and dock diving. Georgia National Fairgrounds and Agricenter, McGill Building, Heritage Hall and Georgia Grown Building, Perry. Free. NorthAmericaDivingDogs.com. Nell Stumpff, show chairperson, 478-923-1967 or lakewood102@aol.com. 7 a.m.-7 p.m. May 11-15.
Cotton Avenue Tour
Rock Candy Tour’s Jamie Weatherford will lead a walking tour of Cotton Avenue focused on the music history of the historically black business district. One of Historic Macon’s Preservation Month tours. Meet in Daisy Park at the “I Heart Macon” statue. Free. historicmacon.org. 478-742-5084. 5:30-7 p.m. May 12.
Battle of Byron 5K
North Peach Park. Caryl Deems with Robins Pacers, 478-972-2609. 7 a.m. registration, 8 a.m. 5K, May 14.
Antique Steam Engine Demonstration
Blow the whistle atop the Jarrell Plantation’s Mill Complex, see our stationary steam engine in action and experience live steam. 711 Jarrell Plantation Road, Juliette. $6.50 adults, $6 seniors (62+), $4 youth (6-17), free for children under 6. 478-986-5172. gastateparks.org/JarrellPlantation. 2-4 p.m. May 14.
“Uchee Paddle”
Ocmulgee Water Trail annual paddle. Shuttle provided. Dykes Landing, Cochran, put in; Mile Branch Landing, Hawkinsville-Pulaski County River Park, take out. $35 early bird registration; $40 after April 15, includes T-shirt and meal. Register at ocmulgeewatertrail.com. 478-636-9527. May 14.
Beall’s Hill Open House
Four new buildings on Ash Street and one new building on Calhoun Street will be open for tours. One of Historic Macon’s Preservation Month tours. 924 Ash St., 932 Ash St., 1304 Calhoun St. Lane, 1311 Jackson St. and 1374 Calhoun St. Free. historicmacon.org. 478-742-5084. 2-4 p.m. May 15.
Downtown Bike Tour
Learn more about the Macon Action Plan, biking improvements and the future of downtown from the Urban Development Authority’s director, Alex Morrison. One of Historic Macon’s Preservation Month tours. Tour begins and ends in Tattnall Square Park parking lot. Free. historicmacon.org. 478-742-5084. 5:30-7 p.m. May 21.
Mill Hill Tours
Historic Macon’s preservation carpenter, Michael Phillips, and Macon Arts Alliance’s director of creative placemaking, Jonathan Harwell-Dye, will lead a tour of the proposed East Macon Arts Village. Part of Historic Macon’s Preservation Month tours. Meet at East Macon Auditorium, 239 Clinton St. Free. historicmacon.org. 478-742-5084. 5:30 and 6:15 p.m. May 28.
Family Farm Day
Volunteers will be demonstrating sewing, blacksmithing, woodstove cooking, gardening, woodworking and many other farm activities. 711 Jarrell Plantation Road, Juliette. $6.50 adults, $6 seniors (62+), $4 youth (6-17), free for children under 6. 478-986-5172. gastateparks.org/JarrellPlantation. 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. May 28.
First Saturday: Pediatric Immunizations
Presented by the Navicent Health Foundation in collaboration with the Museum of Arts and Sciences. A day of scavenger hunts, nature walks and hands-on activities. Museum of Arts and Sciences, 4182 Forsyth Road. Admission to the museum will be free. www.masmacon.org. June 4.
Javors Lucas Lake Fishing
Only boats with electric/trolling motors are allowed on the lake. Javors Lucas Lake. 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. maconwater.org. 6 a.m.-7 p.m. Friday-Sunday through May 1; 6 a.m.-3 p.m. Friday-Sunday, May 6-June 26. Fishing will not be available May 30. The lake will be closed July-August, but will re-open 7 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, Sept. 3-Oct. 30; closed Labor Day.
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.
Fort Hawkins Historic Site
Explore the early American frontier fort, Blockhouse Replica and archaeological dig site. Maynard Street at Emery Highway. Free. 478-746-0704. forthawkins.com. Noon-4 p.m. Saturday-Sunday.
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. Tattnall Square Park (rain cancels). Free. gswilson7557@gmail.com. 9:30 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. Monday and Friday.
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. sFree with museum admission, $5-$10. 478-477-3232. masmacon.org. 8 p.m. the fourth Friday of each month.
This story was originally published April 27, 2016 at 5:32 PM with the headline "Main Calendar."