10 Days
Friday
July 29
Purple Stardust Patron Party
Bragg Jam kick off featuring DJ Roger Riddle paying homage to David Bowie and Prince. Open bar and food. Emerson Ballroom, 543 Plum St. $75 advance, $85 at door, includes a ticket to the Bragg Jam Concert Crawl on July 30 and a T-shirt. braggjam.org. 7-10 p.m.
“Footloose”
Presented by the Backlot Players. $15 adults; $12 seniors, students and active military. The Rose Theater, 23 W. Johnston St., Forsyth. thebacklotplayers.org. 7:30 p.m.
Popcorn at the Peach: “Up”
Family movie night. Bring lawn chairs, blankets and picnics. Medical Center of Peach County, Navicent Health dining room patio, 1960 Ga. 247 Connector, Byron. Free. navicenthealth.org. 8-10 p.m.
ExploreGeorgia.org Songwriter Series
Featuring EG Kight, Levi Lowrey and Greg Hester performing in the round. Check out the photo exhibition by rock ’n’ roll photographer Kirk West, who will be on hand to greet guests and sign copies of his book “Les Brers.” Dublin Carnegie, 314 Academy Ave., Dublin. $15 advance, $20 at door. 8 p.m.
“Nunsense”
Directed by Bill Felton. Warner Robins Little Theatre, 502 S. Pleasant Hill Road, Warner Robins. $20 adults; $18 students, seniors and active military. 478-929-4579. wrlt.org. 8 p.m.
Saturday
July 30
Blackbird Day
Meet and greet with the fastest men alive, Maj. Gen. Eldon “Al” Joersz (USAF, Ret.) and Lt. Col. George “GT” Morgan, (USAF, Ret.), who set the world absolute speed record for jet-powered airplanes. Plus, a SR-71 model kit workshop for families (extra fees apply) and food truck vendors. museumofaviation.org. Free. Museum of Aviation’s Century of Flight Hangar, Ga. 247 at Russell Parkway, Warner Robins. 9:30 a.m.
Tie-Dye with the Quilters
Join the Plantation Quilters Guild as they teach about dyeing fabrics and make your very own tie dye shirt. Bring a 100-percent cotton T-shirt and wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty. All ages welcome. Jarrell Plantation Historic Site, 711 Jarrell Plantation Road, Juliette. $2. 478-986-5172. 10 a.m.-noon.
“Battle of East Macon” Living History
A living history portraying militia and Sherman’s troops during the March to the Sea. While you’re there, explore the early American frontier fort, Blockhouse Replica and archaeological dig site. Fort Hawkins Historic Site, Maynard Street at Emery Highway. 478-746-0704. forthawkins.com. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
7 Sins Fest
Hear seven bands representing the seven deadly sins. Lineup: Wrath of a Dying Breed (wrath), Sever (greed), Sister Sandoz (envy), Fishtooth (pride), Gravel (sloth), Savvy (lust) and the Story Continues (gluttony). Drinks and food will be served. Free; donations accepted. 478-994-6651. Seven, 428 Second St. 6 p.m.
“Footloose”
Presented by the Backlot Players at the Rose Theater, 23 W. Johnston St., Forsyth. (See Friday, July 29). 7:30 p.m.
Summer Movie Series: “Inside Out”
Presented by the Macon-Bibb County Parks and Recreation Department. Also featuring bounce houses, face painting, live music and concessions. Families can bring chairs, blankets and coolers of food and drink. Free popcorn and snow cones. Alcohol is not permitted. Tattnall Square Park, downtown Macon. Free. Sunset.
“Nunsense”
Warner Robins Little Theatre, 502 S. Pleasant Hill Road, Warner Robins. (See Friday, July 29). 8 p.m.
Sunday
July 31
State Farmers Market
Farmers selling fresh produce, as well as dealers year-round. 2055 Eisenhower Parkway. 8 a.m.-dark.
“Footloose”
Presented by the Backlot Players at the Rose Theater, 23 W. Johnston St., Forsyth. (See Friday, July 29). 2:30 p.m.
Fifth Sunday Sing
Featuring South Georgia Quartet. Friendship Baptist Church, 3139 Friendship Church Road, Twiggs County. 478-731-5009. 6 p.m.
Jazz in the Courtyard: Baatin and Top Secret
Presented by the Douglass Jazz Society. Douglass Theatre, 355 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Free. 478-742-2000. douglasstheatre.org. 7 p.m.
“Magic Men Live!”
The first live stage production to bring the phenomenon of “Magic Mike,” “Fifty Shades of Grey” and others to life with a high-energy show. For adults only. $28-$78. maconcentreplex.org. City Auditorium, 415 First St. 8 p.m.
Monday
Aug. 1
“The Archeology of Florida Mounds”
Daniel Seinfeld discusses three Florida mounds as a form of ancient architecture, the changes that took place over time, and shows the central role they play in prehistoric religious practice and society. Sponsored by the Ocmulgee Archaeological Society. Room 143, Science and Engineering Building, Mercer University, 1550 College St. Free. 478-741-2018. 6:30 p.m.
Tuesday
Aug. 2
Summer Kids Flicks
Now showing: “Home.” $4 includes free box of popcorn and kids’ soda. AmStar Cinemas, 15996 Zebulon Road. 478-474-3484. 10 a.m.
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.
Kristy Woodson Harvey
The author of “Lies and Other Acts of Love” will give a presentation about the writing process and the path to publication. Washington Memorial Library, 1180 Washington Ave. Free. 478-744-0800. 10:30 a.m.
Wednesday
Aug. 3
Summer Kids Flicks
Now showing: “Home.” $4 includes free box of popcorn and kids’ soda. AmStar Cinemas, 15996 Zebulon Road. 478-474-3484. 10 a.m.
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.
Thursday
Aug. 4
“Family”
A judged exhibit featuring the work of Middle Georgia artists and an exhibit by the board of directors and staff of MGAA. Middle Georgia Art Association Gallery, 2330 Ingleside Ave. Free. 478-744-9557. middlegeorgiaart.org. Noon-3 p.m.
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.
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.
Friday
Aug. 5
“Stories of Personal Freedom” Opening Reception
Experience the narratives of Micah Goguen, working in mixed media, and Joy Madden Raynor, working in clay. Opening reception will feature musical accompaniment by Louise Warren. Free. Macon Arts Alliance, 486 First St. 5-8 p.m.
“Universal For(u)m” Opening Reception
Featuring 3D artwork by local artists, including ceramics and fabric art. Meet the artists and enjoy light refreshments at the opening reception. Free. The567.org. The 567 Center for Renewal, 456 First St. 6-9 p.m.
“Rockin’ at the Peach”
Family concert event. Bring lawn chairs, blankets and picnics. Medical Center of Peach County, Navicent Health, 1960 Ga. 247 Connector, Byron. Free. navicenthealth.org. 7-10 p.m.
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.
Saturday
Aug. 6
Yoga in the Park
Taught by local yoga teachers. Rain cancels the event. Tattnall Square Park, downtown Macon. Free. gswilson7557@gmail.com. 9 a.m.
Watermelon Express Train Ride
Ride from the downtown Cordele Depot to Historic Plains. Ticket required. SAM Shortline Train, Cordele. 229-276-0755. 9:30 a.m.-3:05 p.m.
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.
“Church Mess Remix”
Written and presented by JD’s Drama Theater. Douglass Theatre, 355 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. $15 advance, $20 day of play. 478-742-2000. Diane Hollings, 478-747-8668. 6 p.m.
Gospel Concert
Featuring the Cleghorns. Sandy Valley Baptist Church, 1124 S. Houston Lake Road, Warner Robins. Donations accepted. 478-396-8139. 6:30 p.m.
A Night of Downtown Sounds
What better way to spend a night in Historic Downtown than by listening to music by Macon’s own Joshua Neal, Dean Brown & Louise Warren. $5. 478-957-7728. Library Ballroom, 652 Mulberry St. 8-11 p.m.
Sunday
Aug. 7
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.
Bingo
Disabled American Veterans No. 9, 4493 Houston Ave. Vann Edwards, 478-784-1454. 3 p.m.
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.
Concert Organist Bryan Anderson
Part of Music and the Arts at Vineville. Vineville United Methodist Church, 2045 Vineville Ave. Free. 478-745-3331. 4 p.m.
This story was originally published July 27, 2016 at 2:51 PM with the headline "10 Days."