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From left, Scot Cooley as Oscar and Tyler Bryant as Felix perform a scene from Macon Little Theatre’s production of “The Odd Couple.”
From left, Scot Cooley as Oscar and Tyler Bryant as Felix perform a scene from Macon Little Theatre’s production of “The Odd Couple.” jvorhees@macon.com

Friday

Sept. 2

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.

“Les Trois Artistes” Opening Reception

Experience the collaborative harmony of three artists: Cherry Brewer, Travis Hart and Michelle Lisenby. Entertainment by local musicians will take place outside the gallery. Macon Arts Alliance, 486 First St. Free. maconartsalliance.org. 478-743-6940. 5-8 p.m.

First Friday: Touch-A-Truck

Explore fire trucks, an ambulance, tractor, police cars and “Milly” the Trolley in the parking lot beside the post office. Music, face painting, activities and more. Downtown Milledgeville. Free. milledgevillemainstreet.com. 6-8 p.m.

William Denton, Trumpet

Guest artist recital. Fickling Hall, Mercer University. Free. music.mercer.edu. 7:30 p.m.

“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.

“Lend Me A Tenor”

Directed by Jim Crisp. $25 adults, $20 seniors (60+), $15 for children/students through age 22. Buy tickets online at theatremacon.com or purchase them at the door up to an hour before showtime. Theatre Macon, 438 Cherry St. 8 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.

Saturday

Sept. 3

All Breed UKC Dog Show

McGill Marketplace, Georgia National Fairgrounds and Agricenter, Perry. (see Friday, Sept. 2.) 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

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.

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.

“Lend Me A Tenor”

Theatre Macon, 438 Cherry St. (See Friday, Sept. 2.) 8 p.m.

“The Odd Couple”

Macon Little Theatre, 4220 Forsyth Road. (See Friday, Sept. 2.) 8 p.m.

Sunday

Sept. 4

All Breed UKC Dog Show

McGill Marketplace, Georgia National Fairgrounds and Agricenter, Perry. (see Friday, Sept. 2.) 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

“The Odd Couple”

Macon Little Theatre, 4220 Forsyth Road. (See Friday, Sept. 2.) 2:30 p.m.

“Lend Me A Tenor”

Theatre Macon, 438 Cherry St. (See Friday, Sept. 2.) 2:30 p.m.

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.

Monday

Sept. 5

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.

Robert McDuffie Center for Strings Labor Day Concert

Featuring Center for Strings faculty and students. Seating is first-come, first-served. Fickling Hall, Mercer University. Free. music.mercer.edu. 3 p.m.

Tuesday

Sept. 6

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.

Wednesday

Sept. 7

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.

Thursday

Sept. 8

“Folk Art”

Last chance to see the judged exhibit featuring the work of Middle Georgia artists. Middle Georgia Art Association Gallery, 2330 Ingleside Ave. Free. 478-744-9557. middlegeorgiaaart.org. Noon-5 p.m.

Library Lock In

Following a brief lecture about land records, participants may spend the remaining research time using Ancestry.com and other websites. Hosted by the Central Georgia Genealogical Society; members will be present to assist. Doors locked at 6 p.m. Perry Houston County Library, 1201 Washington St., Perry. To pre-register, call 478-987-3050. 6-8 p.m.

“Gidion’s Knot”

By Johnna Adams; directed by Scot J. Mann. Presented by Mercer University Theatre. Tattnall Square Center for the Arts, 1096 College St. $15 general admission, $10 with Mercer I.D. tickets.mercer.edu. 7:30 p.m.

“Lend Me A Tenor”

Theatre Macon, 438 Cherry St. (See Friday, Sept. 2.) 7:30 p.m.

Friday

Sept. 9

“Studio 567” Opening Reception

Featuring original artwork by the 567’s art instructors. Meet the artists and enjoy light refreshments at the opening reception. Free. The 567 Center for Renewal, 456 First St. 478-238-6051. Opening reception 6-9 p.m.

Pokemon Night Hunt

Join park staff for a Pokemon night hike and hunt. Take a short hike to the falls to see what Pokemon are lurking at night. Bring your smartphone, head light and walking shoes. High Falls State Park, 76 High Falls Park Drive, Jackson. $5 per person plus $5 per car parking. 478-993-3053. 7:30-8:30 p.m.

“Deathtrap”

Presented by the Perry Players Community Theatre. 909 Main St., Perry. $18 adults, $15 seniors, military and students. perryplayers.org. 478-987-5354. 7:30 p.m.

“Frankenstein: The Radio Play”

Presented by the Backlot Players. Box Office is open two hours prior to show time. Rose Theater, 23 W. Johnston St., Forsyth. $15 adults, $12 seniors, students and active military. 478-994-0443. thebacklotplayers.org. 7:30 p.m.

“Gidion’s Knot”

Presented by Mercer University Theatre. Tattnall Square Center for the Arts, 1096 College St. (See Thursday, Sept. 8.) 7:30 p.m.

Rumours: A Fleetwood Mac Tribute

Cox Capitol Theatre, 382 Second St. $15 advance, $17 day of the show for general admission. coxcapitoltheatre.com. 8 p.m.

“Lend Me A Tenor”

Theatre Macon, 438 Cherry St. (See Friday, Sept. 2.) 8 p.m.

Saturday

Sept. 10

Wesleyan Market

Locally grown and produced items ranging from flowers and organic fruits and vegetables to baked goods, art and jewelry by local artisans. Wesleyan College front campus. Free admission. 478-757-5233. 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Native American Festival and Powwow

Native Americans from different nations share stories, regalia, vendors, traditional music and drums. Indian Springs Hotel/Museum, 1807 Ga. 42 South, Flovilla. $5 adults, $3 ages 5-17, free for infants. 770-775-3313. 9 a.m.-6 p.m.

Macon Better Music to Support Rett Syndrome

Performances by the Benjamin Olsen Trio, the Matt Brantley Band, and Sanctified Revival with special Guest Brian Cameron. Plus a live auction. $10. maconbettermusic.com. The Allman Brothers Band Museum at the Big House, 2321 Vineville Ave. 5-11 p.m.

Macon Melodies

Featuring the African-American Philharmonic Jazz Orchestra of Atlanta, Future Generations, Aris and Artis, and the Macedonia Choir. Grand Opera House, 651 Mulberry St. $50 adults, $10 ages 5-17. 478-262-6243. thegrandmacon.com. 7 p.m.

19th Anniversary Ballroom Dance

Hosted by USA Dance Chapter No. 6059 of Greater Macon. Music by DJ Chester Gibbs. Howard Community Club, 5645 Forsyth Road. $8 USA Dance members, $12 nonmembers, $5 students with I.D. 478-743-7970. 7:30-10:30 p.m.

“Gidion’s Knot”

Presented by Mercer University Theatre. Tattnall Square Center for the Arts, 1096 College St. (See Thursday, Sept. 8.) 7:30 p.m.

“Lend Me A Tenor”

Theatre Macon, 438 Cherry St. (See Friday, Sept. 2.) 8 p.m.

‘80s Themed Party

Come re-live the ‘80s 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.

Sunday

Sept. 11

Native American Festival and Powwow

Indian Springs Hotel/Museum, 1807 Ga. 42 South, Flovilla. (See Saturday, Sept. 10.) 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

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.

“Deathtrap”

Presented by the Perry Players Community Theatre. 909 Main St., Perry. (See Friday, Sept. 9.) 2:30 p.m.

“Gidion’s Knot”

Presented by Mercer University Theatre. Tattnall Square Center for the Arts, 1096 College St. (See Thursday, Sept. 8.) 2:30 p.m.

“Lend Me A Tenor”

Theatre Macon, 438 Cherry St. (See Friday, Sept. 2.) 2:30 p.m.

Second Sunday Concert Series

Featuring the Hank Wonder Trio and celebrating 75 years of Otis Redding. 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.

A Tribute to Otis Redding

Concert in recognition of Otis Redding’s 75th birthday, featuring Chuck Leavell, Dexter Redding, Otis Redding III and 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. ticketmaster.com. $62 balcony, $152 table seats. 8 p.m.

This story was originally published September 1, 2016 at 9:00 PM with the headline "10 Days."

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