Calendar of Middle Georgia arts and entertainment events from Jan. 10
Made in Americus
Exhibition featuring original works by Georgia Southwestern State University’s Department of Visual Arts faculty members. Presented by Macon Arts Alliance at Macon Arts Gallery, 486 First St., Macon.
Free. Regular gallery hours through Jan. 24.
Glassblowing
Take the first steps to learning how to blow glass. Blazing Paddles Studio, 1055 Riverside Drive, Suite A, Macon.
1 p.m. daily until Jan.11
January Jaunt 5K
5K race to raise funds for the Kiwanis Club of Macon.
Jan. 11 at 8 a.m. at Middle Georgia State University
Looking Forward, Looking Back: Photographs by Matthew Odom
A reception to celebrate a special exhibition of photographs by local artist Matthew Odom. Presented by Tubman Museum at 310 Cherry St., Macon.
$5, free for Tubman Museum members. 6 p.m. Jan. 10.
Drink & Ink
Bring a bottle of your favorite wine or other beverage to sip on, bring a friend, and learn to create a 9x12 painting using ink and watercolor. Presented by The 567 Center for Renewal at 456 First St., Macon.
$25, includes all materials for the class (except the drinks). 7-9:30 p.m. Jan. 11.
”Wozzeck”
Presented by The Met Opera Live in HD, this production of Austrian composer Alban Berg’s shocker stars baritone Peter Mattei in the title role, with music director Yannick Nézet-Séguin on the podium and soprano Elza van den Heever as the long-suffering Marie. Presented by Douglass Theatre at 355 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Macon.
$15, $20 and $24. 12:55 p.m. Jan. 11.
Science Saturday: Black Holes
Black holes are the source of fascination and fear. What is their nature? Learn about them from expert Philip Groce. Presented by Middle Georgia Regional Library at Washington Memorial Library, 1180 Washington Ave., Macon,.
Free. 3 p.m. Jan. 11.
Holiday Artists’ Market
Choose from unique and handmade gifts for everyone on your list. Presented by Middle Georgia Art Association at Middle Georgia Art Association Gallery, 2330 Ingleside Ave., Macon.
Free admission. Through Jan. 11.
Member Meeting and Art Demonstration
Join artist Micah Goguen shows how to use and apply a variety of gels and pastes in order to create texture and depth in works. Also, members are encouraged to bring any new or gently used art supplies they don’t want or need in the new year for a member product swap. Presented by Middle Georgia Art Association at Middle Georgia Art Association Gallery, 2330 Ingleside Ave., Macon.
Free. 10 a.m. Jan. 11.
Macon Film Guild Presents: “Pain and Glory”
In a performance that earned him the top acting award at last year’s Cannes Film Festival, Antonio Banderas plays the alter ego of his longtime collaborator, writer-director Pedro Almodóvar. Presented by Macon Film Guild at Douglass Theatre, 355 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Macon.
$5. 2 p.m., 5 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Jan. 12.
”DRUMLine Live!”
This energy filled show focuses on a band from an HBCU, especially its percussion section. Presented by Grand Opera House at 651 Mulberry St., Macon.
$30-35. 7:30 p.m. Jan. 13.
Double Date Night: Beginner Handbuliding
This class is for two couples who want to spend some quality time together making some unique ceramics. Presented by Yen-Ting Chiu Ceramics at Startup Studios, 1055 Riverside Drive, Suite A, Macon.
$130 per group of four, all materials included. 5-7 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Jan. 18.
January Friends Night Out
Plan a night with your friends to get your hands dirty on creating some ceramic stemless wine glasses. A bottle of wine will be provided for you. Presented by Yen-Ting Chiu Ceramics at Startup Studios, 1055 Riverside Drive, Suite A, Macon.
$90 three people $110 four people, $130 fr five people and $150 six people. 6:30-8 p.m. Jan. 10 and 24.
Beginning Drawing
In this six-week drawing class, you’ll learn to draw a variety of subjects, including still lives and architecture, using the basic elements of drawing. Presented by The 567 Center for Renewal at 456 First St., Macon.
$175 non-members, $145 members. 6:30-8:30 Jan. 13, Jan. 20, Jan. 27, Feb. 3, Feb. 10 and Feb. 17.
Intermediate Wheel
In this eight-week wheel throwing class, learn a wide array of techniques and tips to create more intricate pottery on the wheel. Presented by The 567 Center for Renewal at 456 First St., Macon.
$180 members, $215 non-members. 10 a.m.-noon Jan. 11, Jan. 18, Jan. 25, Feb. 1, Feb. 8, Feb. 15, Feb. 22 and Feb. 29.
Beginning Wheel
Learn the basic principles of making pottery on the wheel in this eight-week class. Presented by The 567 Center for Renewal at 456 First St., Macon.
$170 members, $210 non-members. 6:30-8:30 Jan. 13, Jan. 20, Jan. 27, Feb. 3, Feb. 10, Feb. 17, Feb. 24 and March 2.
USA Dance Chapter New Year’s Dance
Complimentary East Coast swing class by Nancy Raper, followed by social dancing to great music Presented by USA Dance-Greater Macon chapter at Howard Community Club, 6545 Forsyth Road, Macon.
Jan 11 at 7:30 p.m.
Hope Hayes Retrospective Exhibit
Retrospective exhibit of the artwork of well-known Macon artist Hope Hayes begins with a reception at Hardman Hall Gallery in the Art Department at Mercer University, 1400 Coleman Ave., Macon.
JJan. 16 6 p.m.