Out & About Main Calendar for Aug. 26, 2016
FESTIVALS
Labor Day Folklife Festival
See demonstrations of the daily chores required to run a farm, enjoy music and games and dine at the Friends Café. Bring home locally-made goods that the Jarrell family would have produced. Jarrell Plantation, 711 Jarrell Plantation Road, Juliette. $4-$6.50. 478-986-5172. 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Sept. 3.
Native American Festival and Powwow
Native Americans from different nations share stories, regalia, vendors, traditional music and drums. Featured performers are the Aztec Dancers Javier Alfaro and family. Grand entry is at noon Sept. 10 and 1 p.m. Sept. 11. Indian Springs Hotel/Museum, 1807 Ga. 42 South, Flovilla. $5 adults, $3 ages 5-17, free for infants. Trina Mansfield, 770-655-5905 or trinamansfield11@gmail.com, or the Butts County Historical Society, 770-775-3313. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Sept. 10; 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sept. 11.
Ocmulgee Indian Celebration
Featuring Native American artists, dancers, storytellers, musicians and historic lifestyle demonstrators. Native foods and other concessions will be available. Ocmulgee National Monument, 1207 Emery Highway. $6 adults; $3 for ages 6-12 and active duty military; children under 6 are free. 478-752-8257. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sept. 17-18.
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.
Kitchens Road Old Time Family Festival
Antique and classic cars, trucks and tractors and antique gasoline engines, arts and crafts, live bands, the Macon Shag Club, the Ocmulgee Blacksmith Guild, food vendors, kids rides and games. Benefits the charities of the Lion’s Club of Milledgeville. 370A Kitchens Road, Haddock. $5 adults, free for ages 12 and younger. 478-288-6205. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Nov. 5-6.
MARKETS
Downtown Macon Urban Air Market
Farmers, makers, artists, artisans and other vendors will be promoting and selling such things as locally grown produce, crafts, craft beer and homemade baked goods, as well as hand-crafted products and vintage items. Listen to live music or relax and enjoy food provided by downtown restaurants. Corner of Third and Plum streets, downtown Macon. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Aug. 27.
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. Sept. 10.
State Farmers Market
Farmers selling fresh produce, as well as dealers year-round. 2055 Eisenhower Parkway. 8 a.m.-dark daily.
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
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. Aug. 27.
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
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. Aug. 26.
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.
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. Aug. 28.
Harold Thomas and Danger Zone
Part of the Fall Concert Series of Rhythm N Jazz on the Dock. Gateway Park, downtown Macon. Bring lawn chairs or blankets. 478-319-9167. 6 p.m. Aug. 28.
Tony Joe White
With Clarence Bucaro. Cox Capitol Theatre, 382 Second St. $25. coxcapitoltheatre.com. 8 p.m. Aug. 28.
The 5th Dimension
Includes original member Florence LaRue, along with Willie Williams, Leonard Tucker, Patrice Morris and Floyd Smith. Grand Opera House, 651 Mulberry St. $47-$55. TheGrandMacon.com. 478-301-5470. 7:30 p.m. Sept. 4.
Rumours: A Fleetwood Mac Tribute
Cox Capitol Theatre, 382 Second St. $15 advance, $17 day of the show for general admission; $280 for VIP reserved boxes. coxcapitoltheatre.com. 8 p.m. Sept. 9.
Buffington’s Summer Concert Series
Featuring Tres Mojo, Fall Line Rambler and Eggwater Palace. Oconee River Greenway Park, Milledgeville. 478-414-1975. 5:30-9:30 p.m. Sept. 10.
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. Sept. 11.
A Tribute to Otis Redding
Concert in recognition of Otis Redding’s 75th birthday, featuring a reunion with the 80s hit group the Reddings with Mark Lockett, St. Paul and the Broken Bones, Robert McDuffie, Otis Music Camp All-Stars and other celebrity guests. Proceeds support the Otis Redding Foundation. City Auditorium, 415 First St. 800-745-3000. ticketmaster.com. $62 balcony, $152 table seats. 8 p.m. Sept. 11.
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. Sept. 15.
Robin Bullock and Aoife Clancy
An evening of traditional Irish song. Dinner and concert. Host provides barbecue; guests bring side dishes. RSVP required, address provided upon RSVP. $20 suggested donation. apmacon@gmail.com. 7:30 p.m. dinner, 8 p.m. concert Sept. 17.
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.
Ricky Scaggs and Kentucky Thunder
Also featuring Bonnie Bishop. Cox Capitol Theatre, 382 Second St. $30 general admission, $42 premium balcony. coxcapitoltheatre.com. 8 p.m. Sept. 24.
Caleb Caudle with Justin Osborne
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. Sept. 29.
Lalah Hathaway
With Jarrod Lawson. City Auditorium, 415 First St. $32-$62. Tickets are available at ticketmaster.com, 800-745-3000 and the Macon Coliseum Box Office. 8 p.m. Sept. 30.
Esperanza Spalding
Cox Capitol Theatre, 382 Second St. $25 advance, $30 day of show. coxcapitoltheatre.com. 8 p.m. Sept. 30.
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.
Abbey Road Live!: A Night to Imagine
John Lennon tribute. Cox Capitol Theatre, 382 Second St. $12-$15. coxcapitoltheatre.com. TicketFly, 877-987-6487. 8 p.m. Oct. 14.
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.
Floco Torres and Famey
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. Oct. 16.
Kirk Franklin
Hip-hop, pop, R&B and gospel. City Auditorium, 415 First St. $36.75-$66.75. Tickets are available at ticketmaster.com, 800-745-3000 and the Macon Coliseum Box Office. 7 p.m. Oct. 21.
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.
Jaimoe’s Jasssz Band
With Gabriel Kelley. Cox Capitol Theatre, 382 Second St. $25-$30. coxcapitoltheatre.com. 8 p.m. Oct. 28.
The Jim Hurst Trio
At Joe Cullison’s house. RSVP required; address provided upon RSVP. apmacon@gmail.com. 7:30 p.m. Oct 29.
Promised Land Sound with Jake Xerxes Fussell
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. Nov. 10.
Marc Ford and the Neptune Blues Club
Also featuring Cris Jacobs. Cox Capitol Theatre, 382 Second St. $10 advanced, $55 VIP. coxcapitoltheatre.com. 8 p.m. Nov. 16.
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, 7 p.m. Jerry Jackson 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: Appointed Quartet, Bonnie Ridge Bluegrass, Flint River. Ga. 362, Hollonville. Free; operated on donations. 770-228-4832 or hollonvilleopry.com. 6:30 p.m. Saturday.
Powersville Opry
This week: 4:15 p.m. Powersville Opry House Band, 6 p.m. Dance Time, 7 p.m. Ray Knighton and Wanelle Collins with Phoenix 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. 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
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.
“The Big Short”
Part of the 2016 movie series. Grand Opera House, 651 Mulberry St. $5 general admission; $45 series subscription. 478-301-5470. TheGrandMacon.com. 7:30 p.m. Sept. 2.
Macon Film Guild: “Fireworks Wednesday”
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. Sept. 11.
“The Apartment”
Part of the 2016 movie series. Grand Opera House, 651 Mulberry St. $5 general admission; $45 series subscription. 478-301-5470. TheGrandMacon.com. 7:30 p.m. Sept. 16.
“Out of the Past”
Part of the 2016 movie series. Grand Opera House, 651 Mulberry St. $5 general admission; $45 series subscription. 478-301-5470. TheGrandMacon.com. 7:30 p.m. Oct. 7.
Macon Film Guild: “Our Little Sister”
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. Oct. 9.
Macon Film Guild: “Weiner”
Part of the Macon Film Guild’s documentary series. Douglass Theatre, 355 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. $5. 478-742-2000. maconfilmguild.org. 7:30 p.m. Oct. 18.
“The Birds”
Part of the 2016 movie series. Grand Opera House, 651 Mulberry St. $5 general admission; $45 series subscription. 478-301-5470. TheGrandMacon.com. 7:30 p.m. Oct. 28.
“Gone with the Wind”
Part of the 2016 movie series. Grand Opera House, 651 Mulberry St. $5 general admission; $45 series subscription. 478-301-5470. TheGrandMacon.com. 7:30 p.m. Nov. 4.
FUNDRAISERS
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. Aug. 27.
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.
Hawgs-4-Hope
Escorted motorcycle ride and dice run through Macon to the Jones County Government Center on Ga. 11. Also includes a raffle, door prizes and lunch with a donation. All proceeds benefit the Jay’s Hope Foundation. Harley Davidson of Macon, 5000 Mercer University Drive. $30 per bike, includes T-shirt and 50/50 raffle ticket. jayshope.org. 478-238-6360. 9:30 a.m. registration, 11 a.m. kickstands up, Sept. 10.
Peach Cobbler Mennonite Relief Auction
Hosted by Mennonite Relief Auction Committee. Sept. 16: 6 p.m. auction preview, crafts and baked goods for sale; 7 p.m. hymn sing. Sept. 17: 8 a.m. continental breakfast by donation; 9 a.m.-midafternoon, auction (quilts, antiques, collectables, etc.), Dutch pantry (crafts, canned and baked goods, etc.); noon, lunch by donation. Georgia Grown Building, Georgia National Fairgrounds and Agricenter, 401 Larry Walker Parkway, Perry. Free for spectators. Ray Maynard, 404-906-0119. gnfa.com. Sept. 16-17.
“Car City ... Putting the Brakes on Homelessness in Our Community”
Featuring Colby Dee and Jared Leland. Benefits Family Promise of Greater Houston County. Participants are invited to spend a night in their cars to experience a night of homelessness. Beginning Friday evening with a soup supper provided by Scout Troop 566, guests will participate in various activities including music, campfires, entertainment, an outdoor movie and flashlight treasure hunt. The event ends with breakfast at 6 a.m. Saturday. Central Georgia Technical College, Warner Robins. FPHope.org. Sept. 16-17.
Joshua’s Walk
Run/walk to fight childhood cancer. Activities for the entire family, food, door prizes, face painting and more. Amerson River Park, off Riverside Drive. joshuaswish.org. 8:30 a.m. Sept. 17.
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.
Wesleyan’s Annual AXIS Dinner
Traditional cuisine representing different countries will be prepared and offered by Wesleyan College’s international students. Proceeds benefit scholarships. Anderson Dining Hall, Olive Swann Porter Building, Wesleyan College. $5. wesleyancollege.edu. 4:30-6:30 p.m. Oct. 15.
LITERARY/LECTURES
Susie Gardner Book Signing
Mercer University women’s head basketball coach Susie Gardner will be signing her new children’s book, “1,2,3 Team!” Story time at 1 p.m., followed by the signing. Barnes and Noble Booksellers, 5080 Riverside Drive. 478-474- 0161. 1-3 p.m. Aug. 27.
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.
“The Revolutionary Summer of 1776”
Hosted by the Ocmulgee Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution. Ray Crumbley, past president of the chapter, will present a program about the summer of 1776. Golden Corral Buffet and Grill, 4704 Presidential Parkway. Free. 478-952-2196. 6 p.m. Sept 20.
Rep. Park Cannon
Hear a lecture by State Rep. Park Cannon, who, at age 24, is Georgia’s youngest lawmaker. Porter Auditorium, Wesleyan College. Free. wesleyancollege.edu. 11:15 a.m. Sept. 27.
Service Dogs for Disabled Veterans
Hosted by the Ocmulgee Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution. Sergeant Major Gretchen Evans will present a program about America’s VetDog organization, a non-profit organization that provides free trained service dogs to veterans. Golden Corral Buffet and Grill, 4704 Presidential Parkway. Free. 478-952-2196. 6 p.m. Oct. 18.
Belk Lecture
Featuring Karen Bray, Wesleyan assistant professor of religion and philosophy. Pierce Chapel, Wesleyan College. Free. wesleyancollege.edu. 11:15 a.m. Oct. 20.
Amy Greene Reading
Campbell-Stripling distinguished writer-in-residence Amy Greene is the author of “Bloodroot” and “Long Man.” Benson Room, Wesleyan College. Free. wesleyancollege.edu. 7 p.m. Oct. 25. Also speaking at Wesleyan’s Taylor Hall Amphitheater: 11:15 a.m. Oct. 27.
ET CETERA
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. 7-8:30 p.m. Aug. 26 and 6:30-8 p.m. Sept. 2.
National Dog Day Pet Adoptions
Autotrader and Youmans Chevrolet will host five area rescue animal organizations and offer free pet adoptions and pet gear. Adopting families must have an adult 21 years or older present, meet all adoption requirements, and show proper ID. Youmans Chevrolet, 2020 Riverside Drive. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Aug. 27.
You Can! Canning Workshop
Monroe County Extension agent Dana Lynch will be leading a hands-on canning workshop that will go through canning basics with a step-by-step recipe. All materials and ingredients will be provided. Program fee includes workshop and historic site admission for the day. Space is limited. Call park office to register in advance. Jarrell Plantation, 711 Jarrell Plantation Road, Juliette. $10. 478-986-5172. 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Aug. 27.
All Breed UKC Dog Show
Hosted by Middle Georgia Kennel Club. Free for spectators. 478-335-1616. middlegakennelclub.com. McGill Marketplace, Georgia National Fairgrounds and Agricenter, Perry. 3-9 p.m. Sept. 2, 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Sept. 3-4, 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Sept. 5.
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. Sept. 3 and Oct. 1.
Javors Lucas Lake Fishing
Only boats with electric/trolling motors are allowed on the lake. A seasonal pass to fish by boat is $100 and a seasonal pass to fish from the shore is $50. The daily fee for fishing by boat is $10 and is $5 for fishing from the shore. Javors Lucas Lake. maconwater.org. 7 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, Sept. 3-Oct. 30; closed Labor Day.
Antique Steam Engine Demonstration
Come “let off some steam” by blowing the whistle atop the Jarrell Plantation‘Mill Complex, a signal used to communicate between workers at different work positions throughout the mill. Jarrell Plantation, 711 Jarrell Plantation Road, Juliette. $4-$6.50. 478-986-5172. 2-4 p.m. Sept. 10.
‘80s Themed Party
Come re-live the ‘80s — a time when pop music ruled and bright neon colors were in — at the Hummingbird and the Mill. Echospeed will be playing at the Hummingbird, and DJ Bruce Wonder will be playing at the Mill. Costume contests at both venues. $5 gets you into both bars. 9 p.m. Sept. 10.
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.
International Confucius Institute Day
Confucius Institutes worldwide will celebrate Chinese culture and language in an all-day fair-like event. Guests can buy tickets for food. Wesleyan Quad (Oval Hall, Candler Alumnae Center if it rains), Wesleyan College. Free. wesleyancollege.edu. 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Sept. 24.
Wow! A Day for Macon
Community-wide volunteer service initiative organized by Wesleyan’s Lane Center for Service and Leadership. Volunteers meet for a breakfast meeting and then depart in small groups to various project sites located throughout Macon. Community volunteers are welcome. Anderson Dining Hall, Wesleyan College. wesleyancollege.edu. 8 a.m. Oct. 22.
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.
This story was originally published August 25, 2016 at 9:00 PM with the headline "Out & About Main Calendar for Aug. 26, 2016."