10 Days Calendar
Friday
Aug. 19
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.
“Folk Art” Opening Reception
A judged exhibit featuring the work of Middle Georgia artists. Middle Georgia Art Association Gallery, 2330 Ingleside Ave. Free. 478-744-9557. middlegeorgiaaart.org. 6-8 p.m.
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.
Cranford Hollow
Hear the Hilton Head Island-based band, known for evocative, occasionally psychedelic fiddle and guitar melodies and a driving rock rhythm section. The Crazy Bull, 473 Second St., 478-621-4302. 10 p.m.
Saturday
Aug. 20
Butterfly Bio Blitz
Help collect data and identify the different species of butterfly at the Ocmulgee National Monument. The park will provide cameras, binoculars and field guides while supplies last. Children’s education and craft programs include painting a butterfly house and sun catcher wind chime to take home and a toddler’s story time at 11 a.m. Open to the public. Ocmulgee National Monument, 1207 Emery Highway. 478-752-8257. 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Buckarama
McGill Marketplace and Heritage Hall, Georgia National Fairgrounds and Agricenter, 401 Larry Walker Parkway, Perry. (See Friday, Aug. 19). 9 a.m.-7 p.m.
Sensory Friendly Screening for Kids with ASD
Experience a sensory-friendly version of the Disney movie “Pete’s Dragon.” The movie will be screened at a softer volume, with lights up. Those in the audience are welcome to dance, sing, express themselves and move about. $7.50 per ticket. 11:45 a.m.
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.
Demun Jones
Recording artist with the Average Joes touring in support of his new album, “Beast.” Proceeds will benefit the JCHS batting cage fund. Jones County Fairgrounds, Gray. $10. demunjones.com. 6 p.m.
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.
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, 251 Idle Hour Drive. $50 per person. unitedinpink.org. 7 p.m.
Indie Live Show
Featuring former contestants from “American Idol,” “The Voice,” “Duets” and “X-Factor” and independent artists from Europe and the United States. Douglass Theatre, 355 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. $15. 478-742-2000. douglasstheatre.org. 7:30 p.m.
Sunday
Aug. 21
Buckarama
McGill Marketplace and Heritage Hall, Georgia National Fairgrounds and Agricenter, 401 Larry Walker Parkway, Perry. (See Friday, Aug. 19). 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
“Great Balls of Fire: Comets, Asteroids and Meteors”
The exhibition includes interactive and multimedia experiences where visitors play the role of explorers-in-training. Museum of Arts and Sciences, 4182 Forsyth Road. Free with museum admission, $5-$10. 478-477-3232. masmacon.org. 1-5 p.m.
Methodist Choir Festival
Usher’s Temple C.M.E. Church, 411 Railroad St., Fort Valley. Geri Harker, 478-956-5717. 3:30 p.m.
Rhythm N’ Jazz on the Dock
Featuring Pam Bowman, Wilkie and the Way From Augusta, bringing a showcase on Aretha Franklin. Presented by the Fall Edition Concert Series. Gateway Park, 301 Riverside Drive. 478-319-9167. 6 p.m.
Monday
Aug. 22
State Farmers Market
Farmers selling fresh produce, as well as dealers year-round. 2055 Eisenhower Parkway. 8 a.m.-dark.
Tuesday
Aug. 23
Drag Queen Bingo
Tuesdays at The Hummingbird just got a whole lot more interesting! Drag Queen Bingo has returned. No charge to enter, one drink gets you one bingo card. The Hummingbird Stage and Taproom, 430 Cherry St., 478-741-9130. 7-9 p.m.
Wednesday
Aug. 24
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.
Justin Cutway and Aaron Irons
Part of the Living Room Series presented by the Field Note Stenographers. Cox Capitol Theatre, 382 Second St. $5-$15. fieldnotestenographers.com. 8 p.m.
Thursday
Aug. 25
“Stories of Personal Freedom”
Last chance to experience the narratives of Micah Goguen, working in mixed media, and Joy Madden Raynor, working in clay. Free. Macon Arts Alliance, 486 First St. 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
100th Birthday of the National Park Service Photo Exhibition
An exhibit of photography of the national parks, featuring photography of Ocmulgee National Monument. Ocmulgee National Monument, 1207 Emery Highway. 478-752-8257. 5-7 p.m.
Friday
Aug. 26
Brent Cobb
Part of the Music at the Mount concert series. With opening act Good Country People. Bring picnics, no outside alcohol, no smoking. Terraced seating (ground/stage level for reserved tables only). In case of rain, concerts will be held in McAuley Hall Gym on campus. $15 in advance, $20 at the gate, $200 VIP table for eight. musicatthemount.com. Mount de Sales Academy’s Zuver Center Amphitheater, 851 Orange St. 7 p.m.
Twilight Night Paddle
High Falls State Park, 76 High Falls Park Drive, Jackson. (See Friday, Aug. 19). 7-8:30 p.m.
Macon Pops: “Songs of the Summer”
Celebrate summer, feel the warmth, relive the “Summer of Love” and enjoy music from the Beach Boys, the Beatles, Seals and Crofts, Katy Perry and more. Middle Georgia State University, 100 University Parkway. maconpops.com. 7:30 p.m.
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.
“The Odd Couple”
Directed by John Freeman. Not recommended for children under 10. Macon Little Theatre, 4220 Forsyth Road. $20 adults, $15 seniors (60+), $10 students (ages 10-23). 478-477-3342 or 478-471-7529. maconlittletheatre.org. 8 p.m.
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.
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.
Saturday
Aug. 27
20th annual Open Car and Motorcycle Show
Hosted by Klassic Autos and the Jones County Cruisers. Enter your car or truck or just come for the food, music and to look at the cars. Free to view; $25 to enter a vehicle. Proceeds support the Al Sihah Transportation Fund used to take children and families to the Shriner’s hospitals. Al Sihah Shrine Park, 222 Mecca Drive. 9 a.m.-3 p.m
Presenting Gospel Greatest
Gospel showcase. An A.J. Holden production. Douglass Theatre, 355 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. $10 adults, $5 children 11 and younger. 478-742-2000. douglasstheatre.org. 6 p.m.
“A Salute to America”
Featuring patriotic music including stirring marches and other songs of liberty performed by the Eclectic Jazz band and Liberty Singers Chorale. Presented by the Backlot Players. The Rose Theater, 23 W. Johnston St., Forsyth. $15 adults, $12 seniors, students and active military. thebacklotplayers.org. 7:30 p.m.
The Bellamy Brothers
Country music. Theatre Dublin, 314 Academy Ave., Dublin. $40 reserved seating. 478-277-5074. theatredublinga.com. 7:30 p.m.
“The Odd Couple”
Macon Little Theatre, 4220 Forsyth Road. (See Friday, Aug. 26.) 8 p.m.
Sunday
Aug. 28
“The Odd Couple”
Macon Little Theatre, 4220 Forsyth Road. (See Friday, Aug. 26.) 2:30 p.m.
“A Salute to America”
Presented by the Backlot Players. The Rose Theater, 23 W. Johnston St., Forsyth. $15 adults, $12 seniors, students and active military. thebacklotplayers.org. 2:30 p.m.
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.
Bo Ponder Day
Musical celebration including a special tribute to soul brother Gregg Brooks. Special guests include James Duncan, Blackpearl, Big Ro Williams, Mose Stovall, Ms. San, Mike Haugabrook, Latrice Johnson, C.C. Evans and more. Douglass Theatre, 355 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. $15 advance, $20 door. 478-742-2000. douglasstheatre.org. 7 p.m.
This story was originally published August 18, 2016 at 9:00 PM with the headline "10 Days Calendar."