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Moon Taxi plays their 2015 Bragg Jam gig at the Cox Capitol Theatre for a standing room only crowd.
Moon Taxi plays their 2015 Bragg Jam gig at the Cox Capitol Theatre for a standing room only crowd. BEAU CABELL

FESTIVALS

Bragg Jam

Arts and Kids Fest: Fun for the whole family at Cherry Street Plaza; free. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Concert Crawl: Hear 70 bands across multiple stages during Macon’s favorite summer music and community festival in downtown Macon; $25 advance admission. 3 p.m. For band lineup and tickets, visit braggjam.org. July 30.

Macon Beer Festival

Sample dozens of beers from breweries across Georgia. Benefits Pints for Prostates. Third and Poplar streets, downtown Macon. $35 in advance, $40 day of, $75 VIP. themaconbeerfest.org. 3-7 p.m. Aug. 20.

Georgia National Fair

Rides, games, livestock, nightly concerts and more. Georgia National Fairgrounds and Agricenter, 401 Larry Walker Parkway, Perry. gnfa.com. Oct. 6-16.

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. Aug. 13.

Milledgeville Farmers Market

Featuring a variety of local vendors. City of Milledgeville Pavilion, East Hancock Street, Milledgeville. Anyone interested in becoming a vendor at the Milledgeville Farmers Market can contact Deana, 478-414-4014 or dthornton@milledgevillega.us. 2-6 p.m. Tuesday.

Bolingbroke Farmers Market

Featuring grassfed beef, pasture raised pork, free range chicken, fresh produce, home baked goods, raw milk, container gardens, potted plants, birdhouses and a variety of craft vendors. Parking lot of the Country Oaks Farm and Pet Supply, Bolingbroke. bolingbrokefarmersmarket.com. bolingbrokefarmersmarket@gmail.com. 3:30-6:30 p.m. Tuesday.

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.

Original Farmers Market of Perry

Local produce, baked goods, flowers, eggs and more. Abba House Thrift Store parking lot, 1309 Main St., Perry. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday.

GOSPEL/CHRISTIAN

Fifth Sunday Sing

Featuring South Georgia Quartet. Friendship Baptist Church, 3139 Friendship Church Road, Twiggs County. 478-731-5009. 6 p.m. July 31.

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. Aug. 6.

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

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. July 29.

ExploreGeorgia.org Songwriter Series

Featuring EG Kight, Levi Lowrey and Greg Hester performing in the round. The evening is also the final date of the exhibition “Shooting Stars: Kirk West’s Photographic Journey with The Allman Brothers and Others,” 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. July 29.

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. July 30.

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. July 31.

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. Watch your favorite fantasies come to life through visual story lines, state-of-the-art lighting, sound design, theatrical performances and next-generation special effects. $28-$78. maconcentreplex.org. City Auditorium, 415 First St. 8 p.m. July 31.

“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. Aug. 5.

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. Aug. 6.

Buffington’s Summer Concert Series

Aug. 13: Uncle Earl and Friends, Scott Little Band and Universal Sigh. Sept. 10: Tres Mojo, Fall Line Rambler and Eggwater Palace. Oconee River Greenway Park, Milledgeville. 478-414-1975. 5:30-9:30 p.m. second Saturdays.

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. Aug. 14.

Thursdalusia

An open mic night on the front porch of the former home of Southern writer Flannery O’Connor. Bring music, reading, dancing or storytelling. Everyone gets five minutes of fame on the Nail House deck. Free. Andalusia Farm, 2628 N. Columbia St., Milledgeville. 5 p.m. Aug. 18.

Kings and Queens of Hip-Hop

Hosted by Comedian Marvin Dixon. Featuring Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, DMX, Juvenile, Trina, Young Buck, Mike Jones, Khia and Dukwon. $33-$75. ticketmaster.com. Macon Coliseum, 200 Coliseum Drive. 7:30 p.m. Aug. 26.

Larry Gatlin and the Blackwood Quartet

Hear the Grammy Award-winning country music legend and Grammy Award-winning first family of gospel music. $30-$35. 478-301-5470. thegrandmacon.com. Grand Opera House, 651 Mulberry St. 7:30 p.m. Sept. 23.

GABBAfest 2016

Friday night at the Douglass Theatre, 355 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.: Marcus King Band and Robert Lee Coleman and the Nigh Owls. Saturday night at the Douglass: Samantha Fish and Otis. Saturday at the Allman Brothers Band Museum at the Big House, 2321 Vineville Ave.: the GABBA Members Jam hosted by Royal Johnson. Sunday afternoon concert at the Big House. Special weekend guest: Jimmy Hall. $45 weekend pass. gabba.org. 478-765-2822. Sept. 23-25.

The Band Perry

Tickets go on sale Aug. 27. Georgia National Fairgrounds and Agricenter, 401 Larry Walker Parkway, Perry. $40, includes gate admission to the Georgia National Fair. 478-987-3247. gnfa.com. Oct. 8.

Lucero

Hear the band with special guest Cory Branan. Cox Capitol Theatre, 382 Second St. $20 in advance; $25 day of the show. Coxcapitoltheatre.com. 8 p.m. Oct. 12.

Lynyrd Skynyrd

Tickets go on sale Aug. 27. Georgia National Fairgrounds and Agricenter, 401 Larry Walker Parkway, Perry. $40, includes gate admission to the Georgia National Fair. 478-987-3247. gnfa.com. Oct. 15.

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.

Skydog 70

Celebrate the birthday, life and music of Duane “Skydog” Allman with multiple bands performing. Concert benefits the Macon Rescue Mission. Admission is 10 or more canned goods per person. skydogmacon.com. Central City Park, downtown Macon. Noon-5 p.m. Nov. 20.

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

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.

Pairs and Spares Square Dance Club

Caller is Tom Wood. North Macon Park Recreation Center, off Wimbish Road. 478-538-5397. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Monday, except holidays.

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, 6 p.m. Straight From the Heart, 7 p.m. My Way or the Highway (Frank Brannon). 215 Old Ga. 18, Gray. $2 admission at the door, free for ages 16 and under. 478-825-4118 or clintonopry.com. 5:30-10 p.m. Friday.

Hollonville Opry House

This week: The Maloy Brothers, Honey Creek and Kirkland & Friends. 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. Kool Kuntry, 7:30 p.m. Tumbleweed 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.

Wagon House Opry

699 Altman Road, Haddock. Saturday: 6:30 p.m. Mark Hall Band, 9 p.m. Down the Hill Country Band. 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

Summer Kids Flicks

All movies rated G or PG. Aug. 2-3: “Home.” $4 includes free box of popcorn and kids’ soda. AmStar Cinemas, 15996 Zebulon Road. 478-474-3484. 10 a.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

Popcorn at the Peach: “Up”

Family movie night event series. 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. July 29.

Summer Movie Series: “Inside Out”

Presented by the Macon-Bibb County Parks and Recreation Department. Coinciding with National Parks and Recreation Month and 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. In the event of rain or other bad weather, movie will be canceled. Tattnall Square Park, downtown Macon. Free. Sunset, July 30.

Summer Movie Series: “The 5th Wave”

Presented by the Macon-Bibb County Parks and Recreation Department. Families can bring chairs, blankets and coolers of food and drink. Free popcorn and snow cones. Alcohol is not permitted. In the event of rain or other bad weather, movie will be canceled. Rosa Parks Square, adjacent to First Street, downtown Macon. Free. Sunset, Aug. 12.

Macon Film Guild: “A Bigger Splash”

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. Aug. 14.

Popcorn at the Peach: “Monsters, Inc.”

Family movie night event series. 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. Aug. 26.

FUNDRAISERS

Pedal with a Purpose: A Bike Ride for Alzheimer’s

This fourth annual charity ride for the Alzheimer’s Association features 64/32/16 mile scenic routes, with SAG support provided. Pre-register by Aug. 1 and save $10, plus guarantee a shirt. This event sponsored by the Bike Store and Summer’s Landing of Warner Robins. All rides start and end at Plantation Mill Shopping Center, 4993 Russell Parkway, Warner Robins. pedalwithapurpose.myevent.com. 478-328-3800, extension 24. Aug. 13.

Summer’s Night Picnic and Dance

Benefiting Pine Pointe, Navicent Health. The Grapevine Band playing at 7:30 p.m. $35 balcony; $280 table for eight. City Auditorium, 415 First St. Call 478-633-GIVE for tickets and information. 6:30 p.m. Aug. 20.

Bunco for the Brain: Remember the ‘80s!

Girls Night Out is back. Come decked out in your most awesome 1980s outfit. Limited advance tickets available. Food, beverage, silent auction, 50/50 raffle and more. All proceeds benefit the Alzheimer’s Association. Summer’s Landing of Warner Robins, 600 S. Kimberly Road, Warner Robins. $25; $90 for a table of four. 478-328-3800, extension 24. Aug. 27.

International Taste of Soul

Enjoy soul and comfort foods from cultures around the world, featuring dishes by many local chefs. Tour the museum and enjoy cultural dance performances. Tubman Museum, 310 Cherry St. $30 members, $35 non-members; $15 children (ages 3-17). tubmanmuseum.com. 3-6 p.m. Aug. 28.

Labor Day Road Race

Presented by the Macon Tracks Running Club. The 5K begins at Vineville Baptist Church on Vineville Avenue. The 10K begins at Run Fit Sports on Forsyth Road. Both races end at Central City Park, where there will be a fun run for kids. For entry information, visit macontracks.org. 8 a.m. Sept. 5.

Trendy Treasures Marketplace

More than 30 vendors featuring jewelry, homemade honey, handmade soaps, needlecrafts, kitchenware, homemade baked goods, skin care, nutritional items and more. Door prize drawings, barbecue lunch and desserts. Benefits local animal rescues. Porter Ellis Center, 5987 Houston Road. Free. 478-396-9991. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sept. 10.

Historic Macon Flea Market

Antiques, collectibles, furniture, housewares, holiday decor, electronics, children’s toys, gardening gadgets and more. Donations accepted; pick-up available. 359 Oglethorpe St. Free. historicmacon.org. 478-742-5084. Oct. 7-9.

LITERARY/LECTURES

Frank Tracy Book Signing

Featuring Frank Tracy, Christian author and missionary for Child Evangelism Fellowship of Middle Georgia. All profits will go to support CEF. Barnes and Noble Booksellers, 5080 Riverside Drive. 478-960-0741. 2 p.m. July 30.

“The Archeology of Florida Mounds”

Presented by Daniel Seinfeld, the talk, “The Archeology of Florida Mounds: Case Studies from Lake Jackson, Letchworth and Fort Center,” 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. Aug. 1.

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. Aug. 2.

Central Georgia Genealogical Society

Members and guests will have the opportunity to share information about their “Most Wanted Ancestor.” Presenters can connect with others attending to brainstorm strategies for finding their “most wanted.” Flint Energies Building Conference Room, 900 Ga. 96, Warner Robins. cggs.org. 478-987-7260. 7 p.m. Aug. 8.

Sidney’s Salon

Featuring John Griffin, author of “After the Meltdown.” Sidney Lanier Cottage, 935 High St. Free for members; $5 non-members; $3 students. historicmacon.org. 5:30-7 p.m. Sept. 13.

PAGEANTS

Miss Peach Blossom Pageant

Any girl ages 0-24 is eligible to compete. Deadline to enter is Aug. 6. Pulaski County Board of Education Auditorium, 72 Warren St., Hawkinsville. peachblossompageant@yahoo.com. 478-923-3846. 2 p.m. Aug. 13.

ET CETERA

Fun in the Summer

Locomotive train, cane pole fishing, pony rides, tiny town, petting zoo, farm market and more. The Rock Ranch, 5020 Barnesville Highway, the Rock. $12 per person over age 2. therockranch.com. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. July 29.

Blackbird Day

A symposium to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the world absolute speed record. The event will feature a moderated discussion between 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 on July 28, 1976, in the SR-71 Blackbird, which is housed at the museum. Plus, two meet and greet sessions, a SR-71 model kit workshop for families (extra fees apply), a Blackbird veterans panel featuring retired SR-71 pilots, and food truck vendors during lunch. museumofaviation.org. 478-923-6600. Free. Museum of Aviation’s Century of Flight Hangar, Ga. 247 at Russell Parkway, Warner Robins. 9:30 a.m. July 30.

Stand-Up Paddleboarding for Beginners

The class will help you develop fundamental skills such as balance, effective paddling/stroke, steering and falling/recovery techniques. Open to adults and children 12 and older who are accompanied by an adult. Must be able to swim. Advance registration required. High Falls State Park, 76 High Falls Park Drive, Jackson. $15 per person; $5 per car parking. 478-993-3053. 10-11 a.m. July 30 and Aug. 20.

Old Timers Classic Cruisers

Seventh annual car show and swap meet. T. Lynn Davis Auction Co., 4459 Broadway. Free admission. 478-256-8892. 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. July 30.

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 July 30.

Fort Hawkins Historic Site

Explore the early American frontier fort, Blockhouse Replica and archaeological dig site. Maynard Street at Emery Highway. 478-746-0704. forthawkins.com. Noon-4 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. Special Events: Battle of East Macon: A living history portraying militia and Sherman’s troops during the March to the Sea. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. July 30. Second annual Patriots’ Day. 11 a.m. Sept. 11. 11th annual Veterans Day Salute and Flag Retirement. 4 p.m. Nov. 11. Sherman’s March: A one-day living history representing both Georgia Militia and Sherman’s troops during the “March to the Sea.” Noon-4 p.m. Nov. 26.

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. 6.

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. Aug. 6.

Buckarama

Hosted by Georgia Wildlife Federation. McGill Marketplace and Heritage Hall, Georgia National Fairgrounds and Agricenter, 401 Larry Walker Parkway, Perry. $8 adults, $5 over 65 and 6-12, free for kids under 6 with adult. gwf.org. 1-7 p.m. Aug. 12; 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Aug. 13; 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Aug. 14.

Antique Steam Engine Demonstration

Blow the whistle atop the Jarrell Plantation Mill Complex, a signal used to communicate between Jarrells manning different work positions throughout the mill. See the stationary steam engine in action. Jarrell Plantation Historic Site, 711 Jarrell Plantation Road, Juliette. $4-$6.50. 478-986-5172. 2-4 p.m. Aug. 13.

Beer Olympics

Features six drinking games, four to six people per team. Team names and themes are encouraged. The six events will include a Volume Chug, Bird Pong, the Hummingbird Chugger, Domestic Beer Tasting, Flip Cup and Civil War. Hummingbird Stage and Taproom, 430 Cherry St. $10 registration. To sign up, email Brandon@TheBirdStage.com. 5 p.m. Aug. 13.

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. 478-993-3053. 7:30-9 p.m. Aug. 13 and 19; 7-8:30 p.m. Aug. 26.

ReptiDay Reptile and Exotic Animal Show

Hosted By Repticon Reptile and Exotic Animal Expos. Miller-Murphy-Howard Building (Miller Hall), Georgia National Fairgrounds and Agricenter, 401 Larry Walker Parkway, Perry. $10 adults, $5 kids ages 5-12, free for kids under 5. reptiday.com/centralgeorgia.html. 863-268-4273. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Aug. 20.

Feathers and Feelers

Learn about birds and insects in a family-oriented atmosphere. Museum of Arts and Sciences, 4182 Forsyth Road. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sept. 24.

Georgia Aerospace Expo

Symposiums, information sessions, vendors, films, NASA displays, SeaSpace simulator and live entertainment. Opening ceremony keynote by Dr. Story Musgrave. $55-$75. Georgiaspaceexpo.com. Macon Coliseum, 200 Coliseum Drive. Oct. 13-15.

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.

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. Rain cancels the event. Tattnall Square Park, downtown Macon. Free. gswilson7557@gmail.com. 9 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. Free with museum admission, $5-$10. 478-477-3232. masmacon.org. 8 p.m. the fourth Friday of each month.

This story was originally published July 28, 2016 at 10:02 PM with the headline "Main Calendar."

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