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The Wetherbee Planetarium is proud to be considered a valuable educational resource in South Georgia, sharing not just fulldome educational films, but also producing live presentations on a wide variety of astronomy topics. Go >
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The Albany Museum of Art brings you the Masud Olufani collection that will be in the Haley Gallery from Feb 14 - June 15. This is free admission. Sculptor and multimedia artist Masud Olufani takes you on a journey through language and history from the viewpoint of the African diasporic experience. Go >
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May. 23, 3:00PM – 8:00PM
Let's Paint and Party at Renaissance Art Cafe! The event is Soul Thursday from 3-8:00PM. $25 per adult, they provide step-by-step instructions & art supplies, you bring your favorite snacks and drinks! RAC is located at 123 N Front Street. Call 229-869-3380 to register. Go >
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Renaissance Connection, Inc. presents “Works by Artist Nekeysha Anderson” Art Exhibition. The exhibit dates are May 1, 2019- June 2, 2019 at Renaissance Art Café’s studio/gallery. The Opening reception will be May 2, 2019 @ 6pm. This will be an opportunity to meet Ms. Anderson and to purchase beautiful artwork. The art exhibit will offer an opportunity to experience works by a local emerging artist. The “Works by Artist Nekeysha Anderson” exhibit is being organized by Renaissance Connection, Inc., an arts & cultural non-profit organization dedicated to supporting creativity through all forms of art for the educational advancement of the community. For more information about the exhibit, visit www.renaissanceconnect.com or call Femi Anderson, Executive Director @ 229-436-0802 or 229-869-3380. Go >
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Come out and play with Geeks Who Drink and grab your favorite favorite pint of beer made from ingredients grown in South Georgia soil! Go >
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Animal Encounters take place throughout the aquarium on the weekend, but are normally scheduled for Saturday at 11:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. and on Sunday at 4:00 p.m. in Skywater. Go >
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May. 24, 6:00PM – 8:00PM
Let's Paint and Party at Renaissance Art Cafe! The event is Girls Nite Out from 6-8PM. $25 per adult, they provide step-by-step instructions & art supplies, you bring your favorite snacks and drinks! RAC is located at 123 N Front Street. Call 229-869-3380 to register. Go >
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May. 25, 9:00AM – 1:00PM
Friends of Chehaw and Happy Trails of SOWEGA present Paws in the Park. Bring your furry friend to socialize, play, shop, and more! No furry friend? Adopt one at the event at a discounted price! Money raised will be split between participating shelters. Go >
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May. 25, 12:00PM – 4:00PM
Let's Paint and Party at Renaissance Art Cafe! The event is Family Day from 12-4PM. $25 per adult, $15 per child (6-11), $20 per child (12-20). They provide step-by-step instructions & art supplies, you bring your favorite snacks and drinks! RAC is located at 123 N Front Street. Call 229-869-3380 to register. Go >
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Dive Shows take place at the Blue Hole viewing window and are included with general admission. Go >
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Have you ever said "I want to be a Zookeeper when I grow up?" Well, now you don't have to wait! This summer, learn all about the different types of animals who live here at Chehaw. In this camp, we will go behind the scenes to see what it really takes to work in a Zoo. Go >
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Grab a pint of Pretoria Fields Collective beer and belt out your favorite song! Go >
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Based on the movie starring Whoopi Goldberg, Sister Act follows Deloris Van Cartier as she finds herself in need of a place to go incognito after witnessing a murder. The police place her in the only place no one would look, the local convent. However, lounge singer Deloris still finds a way to bring a new groove to the sisters. You don't want to miss this "Divine" show. Go >
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The class will cover… Basic Tools and where to find them Anvils and Anvil Shaped Objects 101 Basic Metallurgy Building, starting, and maintaining solid fuel fires Basic Hammer Technique Methods: Drawing, tapering, squaring, bending, and twisting. Projects: The S Hook, Forged Leaf, The Spoon, And A Basic Knife Go >
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Who stole the marshmallows? What kind of animal makes poop like that? Which animal makes that kind of paw print? Come help us solve the many mysteries of Chehaw. We will search for clues to answer which animal dunnit, past and present. Go >
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Now that you've graduated from Zookeepers 101, dive even deeper into the animal realm. During this camp, we soar to the next level and learn about animal training, behaviors, habitat, and daily keeper duties from a new behind the scenes perspective. Go >
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This camp is split into two camps—K-2nd graders and 3rd-5th graders. The young campers will “visit” various European locales and create Impressionist landscapes and selfie masterpieces. Cost: AMA members, $160 full-day or $90 for half-day; non-members, $180 full-day or $100 half-day. Free early drop-off at 8 am and late pick-up at 5 pm. Register your camper at albanymuseum.com/summer-art-camp.html. Call 229.430.8400 or email artcamp@albanymuseum.com with any questions. Go >
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Jun. 6, 7:30PM – 9:30PM
Tickets are officially ON SALE for The Marshall Tucker Band. The show is taking place on June 6 at 7:30 PM at the Albany Municipal Auditorium. Tickets begin at $39.75. You can purchase tickets online or over the phone via Ticketmaster or in person at the Albany Civic Center Box Office. Go >
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Cubs Programs are specifically targeted for children ages 3 and 4. Join us in the Zoo with your little one from 9:30 a.m.-10:45 a.m. Cubs Programs are free with Zoo admission, and as always, free for members. Go >
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Chehaw BMX is a volunteer organization that hosts monthly BMX bike races and events. You do not have to be a member to attend. For more information please visit https://www.facebook.com/pg/chehawbmx/about/?ref=page_internal Go >
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Jun. 8, 12:00AM – 12:00PM
The Georgia Storm Troopers have decided to become more connected with the community and will be having our very first community picnic in Albany Ga at Chehaw Park! Our event will be about 6 hours long and include a free concert from country music artist, Luke Martin and DJ Jazzy Joe! Our MC for the event will be Albany's very own Kurt Baker! At this event, we will be socializing with everyone. We will have our weather booth set up with radar and other goodies. Concessions will be available. Cost is just your entry into the park! Come meet us at the stage! Go >
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Jun. 8, 12:00PM
A family-friendly festival filled with music, food and vendors by the Flint River in downtown Albany celebrating the work of Flint Riverkeeper. Starting at noon and lasting until midnight, there's a diverse collection of bands (EIGHT, in fact!) with musical genres ranging from roots and bluegrass to country, reggae, rock and funk. Go >
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The Albany Civil Rights Institute Freedom Singers, led by original SNCC Freedom Singer Rutha Harris, engage visitors through an oral history presentation filled with dynamic testimony of the Albany Movement marches and arrests and narrate the stories with emotionally charged performances of Freedom Songs. These special songs provided heart, soul and courage to movement participants Go >
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Raised by wolves, best friend is a bear, biggest rival is an orangutan, and enemy number one is a tiger. The search through the jungle for fire is dangerous. Come tackle many challenges and meet some of Mowgli's friends. This camp includes a canoe trip down the Muckalee and an overnight stay. Go >
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Felines are among the greatest of the animal world and often rulers of their own realm. Built for speed and stealth, step into the world of cats. Spend the week meeting Chehaw's newest cheetahs and discover one of life's most certain facts: that cats rule and dogs drool. Go >
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Camp Chehaw is the place all the wild things come to life. We will learn why many of the animals roar their terrible roars, gnash the terrible teeth, slash their terrible claws, and roll their terrible eyes. Step into a magical world and learn where many of the mythical creatures draw inspiration. Go >
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Campers in grades 6-8 will be taught basic techniques of animation and will create a short video. Students will need to bring a smartphone, tablet or personal computer with transfer and charging cords. Cost: AMA members, $180; non-members, $205. Discounts for multiple campers from family. Campers can brown-bag lunch or purchase lunch for $30 for the week. Register your camper at albanymuseum.com/summer-art-camp.html. Call 229.430.8400 or email artcamp@albanymuseum.com with any questions. Go >
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Jun. 14, 7:00PM – 11:00PM
Gucci Mane Performing Live! Along with Lil Baby + City Girls. Live In Concert Friday June 14th at 7PM. Tickets on sale now at Ticketmaster! Go >
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Jun. 15, 6:00PM – 10:00PM
A cabaret show benefitting Theatre Albany. March McCarty and other Theatre Albany performers will present a 2-act show featuring some of the best songs from musical theater. Tickets are $50 which includes hors'doeuvres and fabulous entertainment. A cash bar will be provided. Limited seating. Call 439-7193 or visit theatrealbany.com for tickets! Go >
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Jun. 15, 8:30PM – 10:30PM
Albany Recreation and Parks presents Movies in the Park! Bring your picnic blanket and lawn chairs to Riverfront Park for a family movie event.All movies are free and open to the public and start at 8:30 pm or sunset. Vendors on site selling food & beverages. Go >
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Chehaw RC is a volunteer organization that hosts monthly club races. You do not have to be a member to attend. For more information visit https://www.facebook.com/groups/1420442984876459/about/ Go >
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The jungle can be a tricky place to survive. Luckily ,you will have your friends to help you complete some of Mother Nature's finest games, puzzles, and challenges. Tackle these tasks with your teammeates to be the best Zoovivor. Go >
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Join us for a week long water-based adventure. Campers will have the opportunity to learn or improve both kayaking and canoeing skills. We will discover the many living treasures both plant and animal while paddling the Muckalee and Kinchafoonee Creeks. Go >
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In two camps (K-2nd graders and 3rd-5th graders), kids will build their own versions of the Leaning Tower of Pisa, the Great Pyramids and other famous sites. Cost: AMA members, $160 full-day or $90 for half-day; non-members, $180 full-day or $100 half-day. Free early drop-off at 8 am and late pick-up at 5 pm. Discounts for multiple campers from family. Campers can brown-bag lunch or purchase lunch for $30 for the week. Register your camper at albanymuseum.com/summer-art-camp.html. Call 229.430.8400 or email artcamp@albanymuseum.com with any questions. Go >
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Jun. 21, 7:00PM – 9:00PM
Come see these fabulous performers at the Albany Municipal Auditorium! Go >
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Our sleepaway summer camp is a unique blend of traditional outdoor, nature-based recreation camps and our popular Zoo camp! Boys and girls ages 9-14 are welcome to come spend the week at Camp Chehaw. Activities include daily Zoo trips, canoeing the Muckalee Creek, archery, teepee living, nature walks and hikes, campfire cooking, true animal encounters, daily water activities, arts and crafts, and so much more! Go >
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Campers ages 7-10 will devise and execute their art-related businesses over the week, then sell their art/product on Friday from 4-5 pm. Cost: AMA members, $160; non-members, $180. Free early drop-off at 8 am and late pick-up at 5 pm. Discounts for multiple campers from family. Campers can brown-bag lunch or purchase lunch for $30 for the week. Register your camper at albanymuseum.com/summer-art-camp.html. Call 229.430.8400 or email artcamp@albanymuseum.com with any questions. Go >
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Taught by Heather Ashberry, of Beatrice Wormwood, students from upper elementary to high school will get a crash course in fashion design. The class will culminate in a display of each student’s work on Friday from 3-5 pm. Students will be required to provide some supplies. Cost: AMA members, $190; non-members, $210. Discounts for multiple campers from family. Campers can brown-bag lunch or purchase lunch for $30 for the week. Register your camper at albanymuseum.com/summer-art-camp.html. Call 229.430.8400 or email artcamp@albanymuseum.com with any questions. Go >
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Beat the heat animal style! Animals have many different ways of keeping cool, even in the most extreme conditions. This camp explores this phenomenon in a wet, wild, and wacky week of fun! Go >
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Ahead of World Circus Day April 20th BIG APPLE CIRCUS is thrilled to announce their first-ever, historic multi-city National Arena Tour, launching this summer in Georgia in partnership with Spectra Venue Management. On the heels of the most successful season in their 41-year history – led by a bevy of real-life ‘Wonder Women’ – the critically acclaimed circus’s first tour stop, the Albany Civic Center in Albany, GA will be on sale Friday, April 19 at 10 AM, with an online only presale on Thursday, April 18, from 10 AM until 10 PM. Tickets will be available for purchase at Ticketmaster.com or in person at the Albany Civic Center Box Office. The Big Apple Circus will be performing July 3 – 7. Each show will have a limited number of seats available to ensure an intimate show for everyone. World-renowned for its intimate and artistic style, BIG APPLE CIRCUS is passionate about revitalizing the circus for modern-day audiences with unique and astounding human feats from performers with incredible real-life stories. This year, audiences will enter the BIG APPLE CIRCUS where adults and children alike will experience new pre-show thrills and sample a dizzying array of culinary delights! Upgrades to the food selection include bespoke, all-natural circus classics for all ages. Tickets go on sale Friday, April 19 at 10 AM. Online ONLY presale is Thursday, April 18, 10 AM – 10 PM. Tickets can be purchased at Ticketmaster.com or in person at the Albany Civic Center Box Office. Go >
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Eww, gross, where did that come from? Did you just eat that? Animals do some weird things and have very interesting behaviors you mother would never let you do at home. Spend the week learning and experiencing all the gross and weird things animals do to survive. Go >
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For K-5th grade, this is always one of our most popular camps. Chef Todd White, a Georgia Grown Executive Chef, will lead adventurous young eaters and chefs-in-training on a culinary world tour. Cost: AMA members, $90; non-members, $110. Free early drop-off at 8 am. Discounts for multiple campers from family. Campers can brown-bag lunch or purchase lunch for $30 for the week. Register your camper at albanymuseum.com/summer-art-camp.html. Call 229.430.8400 or email artcamp@albanymuseum.com with any questions. Go >
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Jul. 13, 8:30PM – 10:30PM
Albany Recreation and Parks presents Movies in the Park! Bring your picnic blanket and lawn chairs to Riverfront Park for a family movie event.All movies are free and open to the public and start at 8:30 pm or sunset. Vendors on site selling food & beverages. Go >
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For K-5th grade, there’s something new every day this week, with printmaking, painting, collage, sculpture, and photography. Cost: AMA members, $160 full-day or $90 for half-day; non-members, $180 full-day or $100 half-day. Free early drop-off at 8 am and late pick-up at 5 pm. Discounts for multiple campers from family. Campers can brown-bag lunch or purchase lunch for $30 for the week. Register your camper at albanymuseum.com/summer-art-camp.html. Call 229.430.8400 or email artcamp@albanymuseum.com with any questions. Go >
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Jul. 27, 8:00AM
The Southern Discomfort is a 1.1-mile loop timed race in Chehaw Park, Albany, GA. Go >
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Oct. 26, 10:00AM – 2:00PM
Join us for not-so-spooky Halloween fun Saturday, Oct. 26! Go >
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Friends of Chehaw presents the second annual Muckalee Creek Arts & Crafts Show this November! Join us for shopping, food, entertainment, handcrafted treasures, talented artisans, skilled craftsmen and more! Go >
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Nov. 2, 12:00AM – Nov 3, 12:00PM
Friends of Chehaw presents the second annual Muckalee Creek Arts & Crafts Show this November! Join us for shopping, food, entertainment, handcrafted treasures, talented artisans, skilled craftsmen and more! Go >
