Out & About

Out & About Main Events Calendar, Aug. 5, 2016

FESTIVALS

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 grass-fed 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

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.

Revival

The Rev. B.J. Martin of Mount Zion Baptist Church is the revivalist. Greater Antioch Missionary Baptist Church, 480 Greter St. 478-788-7056. 7 p.m. Aug. 9-11.

Aglow International

Speaker: Betty Williams, licensed marriage and family therapist. Men invited; invite a friend. Christ Chapel South, 2288 Moody Road (back building), Warner Robins. aglow.org. 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Aug 10.

Revival

“It’s Time to Check Your Spiritual Barometer” with apostle Davis Holt and Pastor Dianna Hollins. House of Shekinah Glory, 3752 Eisenhower Parkway. 706-832-9530. 7:30 p.m. Aug. 10-11.

Homecoming

The Rev. Broderick Combs and New Hope Baptist Church Milledgeville are guests. Dinner will be served. Greater Antioch Missionary Baptist Church, 480 Greter St. 478-788-7056. 11 a.m. Aug. 14.

Prayer and Praise Service for Bibb County School District

Northway Church, 5915 Zebulon Road.Kim Crowder, 478- 955-7864, or Suzanne Spaid, 478-955-2700. 6 p.m. Aug. 14.

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

“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 and 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.

The Bellamy Brothers

Country music. Theatre Dublin, 314 Academy Ave., Dublin. $40 reserved seating. 478-277-5074. theatredublinga.com. 7:30 p.m. Aug. 27.

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

End of Summer Dance

Lesson by Paula East, Swing — putting them together. Social dancing from 8:15-10:30 p.m. Hosted by the USA Dance Chapter No. 6059 Greater Macon. Light snacks and water provided, soft drink for a donation. Music by DJ. Howard Community Club, 5645 Forsyth Road. $8 members, $12 nonmembers and $5 students with ID. 478-743-7970. 7:30 p.m. Aug. 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.

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. Jewell Knight Show, 7 p.m. The Good Time Band. 215 Old Ga. 18, Gray. $2 admission at the door, free for ages 16 and younger. 478-825-4118 or clintonopry.com. 5:30-10 p.m. Friday.

Hollonville Opry House

This week: Tommy and Rita, Dixie Sounds and Tall Pines. Ga. 362, Hollonville. Free; operated on donations. 770-228-4832 or hollonvilleopry.com. 6:30 p.m. Saturday.

Powersville Opry

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. 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 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

Fundraising Yard Sale

Huge inside yard sale. All proceeds go to help homeless and abused animals. All About Animals Rescue Shelter, 101 Riverside Drive (next to Central City Park). 478-621-5116. allaboutanimalsmacon@yahoo.com. 8 a.m.-noon Aug. 6.

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. 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 will be 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.

United in Pink Vegas

Blackjack, poker, roulette, craps and more. Heavy hors d’oeuvres. $2,500 casino bucks (play money). Silent auction, DJ, dancing, cash bar, raffle and prizes. Proceeds benefit families affected by breast cancer through the programs and services offered by United in Pink. Idle Hour Country Club. $50 per person. unitedinpink.org. 7 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

Warner Robins Oral History Project

Join discussion of the 54-year run of Warner Robins Little Theatre as nine community pioneers share their stories. Panelists Joan Croft Bowen, Dub Croft, Les Chesser, Jeff Pierce, Ruth Logan, Lee Kingery, Kathy Balletto and Chery Bayer Taylor join moderator Fred Hardin for a history lesson on the creation of live theater in Warner Robins and its impact on the culture and community. Refreshments to follow. Seating is limited. 502 S. Pleasant Hill Road, Warner Robins. Free. 478-929-4579. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Aug. 6.

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.

Bagpiper

Hosted by the Ocmulgee Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution. Dan Bray, nationally known bagpiper for the Georgia State Patrol Honor Guard, will present a program. Guests welcome. Golden Corral Buffet and Grill, 4704 Presidential Parkway. Free. 478-952-2196. 6 p.m. Aug. 16.

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 up to age 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

Tykes, Tots, & Teens Consignment Sale

Hosted by Tykes, Tots, & Teens, LLC. McGill Marketplace, Georgia National Fairgrounds and Agricenter. Free for spectators. For additional information contact Laura Johns at (844) 698‑8872 www.TTTsale.com.

Friday 9 a.m.-8 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m.-8 p.m., Sun. 9 a.m.-6p.m. (closed 1-2 p.m. in preparation for dollar dash)

End of Summer Shakedown

Featuring the Baldwin High School Band of the Braves, Julie Eyerly and Friends, Freelance Ruckus, face painting, activities, food and more. Downtown Milledgeville. Milledgeville Main Street, 478-414-4014 or mainstreetdesk@milledgevillega.us. 6-8 p.m. Aug. 5.

Southeast Shindig Car Show 2016

Hosted by Southeast Regional Car Club, Miller‑Murphy‑Howard Building, Georgia National Fairgrounds and Agricenter. A meet and greet for owners of LX vehicles. Free for Spectators. For additional information contact Chris Harrigan (407) 342‑3134. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Aug. 6.

Peach State Summer Classic Swine Show

New South Arena, Georgia Natinoal Fairgrounds and Agricenter. Free for spectators. For additional information on this event contact Brian Taylor at (229) 947‑1100. Early arrivals 6 p.m. Friday. Show beings at noon Saturday.

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 and Sept. 3.

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.

Community Give Back Day

Free car seats, suits for men and teens, backpacks for kids in need. Stewart, Seay and Felton, 2912 Vineville Ave. 478-292-5700. ssfjustice.com. Noon-2 p.m. Aug. 13.

Buckarama

Hosted by Georgia Wildlife Federation. McGill Marketplace and Heritage Hall, Georgia National Fairgrounds and Agricenter, 401 Larry Walker Parkway, Perry. $8 adults, $5 older than 65 and 6-12, free for kids younger than 6 with adult. gwf.org. 1-7 p.m. Aug. 19; 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Aug. 20; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Aug. 21.

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 younger than 5. reptiday.com/centralgeorgia.html. 863-268-4273. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Aug. 20.

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. Aug. 20.

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: 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.

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 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.

Correction: An earlier version of this calendar contained the incorrect dates for Buckarama in Perry. It is Aug. 19-21. Also, the start time for the Sunday date was incorrect. Hours on Aug. 21 are 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

This story was originally published August 4, 2016 at 9:00 PM with the headline "Out & About Main Events Calendar, Aug. 5, 2016."

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