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10 Days Calendar

A common buckeye butterfly is one of the butterflies that might be found Saturday at the Butterfly Bio Blitz.
A common buckeye butterfly is one of the butterflies that might be found Saturday at the Butterfly Bio Blitz. wmarshall@macon.com

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."

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