Tift Community Market
On multiple days
A Community Market that provides fresh produce, assortment of talented artist and entertainment to Albany's oldest park. Go >
Jul 21
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Jul 21
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Wetherbee Planetarium
On multiple days
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 >
Jul 21
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ASU Club #5091 Toastmasters Meeting
On multiple days
Interested in improving your communication and public speaking skills? What about growing as a leader and gaining more confidence? Come check out ASU Toastmasters Club! Toastmasters provides a fun and supportive environment for each member to develop and improve public speaking skills, leadership skills, time management, and more! Go >
Jul 21
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Florence Prisant: A Retrospective
On multiple days
A retrospective of the work of Albany artist and art teacher Florence Samuels Prisant opens Thursday, June 14, in the West Gallery at the Albany Museum of Art. Prisant, a longtime prominent figure in the Albany art scene, passed away on April 25 at the age of 91. Expert in various styles and mediums including oil, watercolor and pastels, she taught painting privately. She was a member of the Pastel Society of America, which recognized her numerous times with displays of her work at the organization’s New York gallery. The exhibition, Florence Prisant: A Retrospective, will continue through Saturday, August 25. Entry is free. Go >
Jul 21
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Flint RiverQuarium Animal Encounters
On multiple days
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 >
Jul 21
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Family Day
Jul. 21, 12:00PM – 2:00PM
Let's Paint and Party at Renaissance Art Cafe! The event is Family Day from 12-2PM. $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 >
Jul 21
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Dive Shows
On multiple days
Dive Shows take place at the Blue Hole viewing window and are included with general admission. Go >
Jul 21
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Open Paint Nite!
On multiple days
Let's Paint and Party at Renaissance Art Cafe! The event is Open Paint Nite from 6-8:00PM. $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 >
Jul 22
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All Hail the Kings and Queens Paint and Sip!
Jul. 22, 4:00PM – 7:00PM
Let's Paint and Party at Renaissance Art Cafe! The event is All Hail the Kings & Queens Paint & Sip from 4-7PM. $45 per couple, $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 >
Jul 23
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Chehaw Summer Day Camps 2018
On multiple days
When school is out Chehaw is the place to be. Chehaw offers full and half day camps during the summer for children ages 4-12. Each day of camp includes a trip to the Zoo, animal encounters, crafts, games, activities, a snack, a Chehaw water bottle, and a cool camp T-shirt! Children will have fun while learning through hands-on activities. Make the morning rush even easier by purchasing your childs lunch from Chehaw. Go >
Jul 23
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Paddle Time: A Water-Based Adventure Camp
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Join Chehaw for a week long water-based adventure. Campers will have the opportunity to learn or improve both kayaking and canoeing skills. They will also discover the many living treasures both plant and animal while paddling the Muckalee and Kinchafoonee Creeks. Each day of camp includes a canoe or kayak trip on the Muckalee and Kinchafoonee, a Zoo trip, playground visit, up close encounter with an animal ambassador, plus interactive games and activities. This camp is for children ages 9-15. Campers must be able to swim. Camp runs from 9a-3p. Every week of camp includes a Chehaw water bottle to help stay hydrated plus super cool t shirt! After-Camp care is available from 3-6 pm for an additional $10 per day or $40 per week. Members receive an additional $10 off the camp fee, plus half price after camp care. Go >
Jul 26
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2018 Fishing Rodeo
On multiple days
Free to the public. Georgia fishing license required for ages 16 and up. Kids must have adult supervision. Go >
Jul 26
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Summer Camp: Paleontolgy Camp
On multiple days
Did you know that the word “Dinosaur” literally means “terrible lizard?” Come and learn more about the wondrous world of dinosaurs as a special guest from Fernbank joins us! Step into our Earth’s dynamic past as you go on a dinosaur dig and examine real fossils. Discover the actual size of these enormous creatures and come face-to-face with their closest living relatives. We look forward to a “Dino-mite” camp with our future paleontologists! Go >
Jul 26
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The Contemporaries
Jul. 26, 7:00PM – 9:00PM
Inaugural event for this group of young professionals is Bar Fight: An Evening of Masterfully Mixed Cocktails Inspired by Famous Works of Art. Three bartenders face off to create the summer's signature cocktail inspired by art. Music by Durango Larry, cocktail tastings, food and cash bar. Free to AMA Contemporaries members, Tickets $30 advance, $35 at the door. Visit albanymuseum.com/contemporaries Go >
Jul 27
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Cubs Program
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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 >
Jul 28
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Back to School BASH!
Jul. 28, 10:00AM – 12:00PM
It's time for a Back to School Bash! Free haircuts as well as hygiene products will be available for students in grades K-12 only. Hygiene products will include soap, toothpaste, toothbrushes and deodorant. Locations are: Go >
Jul 28
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Jul 31
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Teacher Appreciation Night
Jul. 31, 4:00PM – 7:00PM
As the new school year nears, the AMA is showing its appreciation for educators with a free evening of socializing and culture. Teachers can enjoy food and drink while engaging in fun make-and-take projects and learning ways the AMA and other local organizations can help during the school year. Visit albanymuseum.com/teacher-appreciation-night Go >
Aug 9
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AMA Summer Reception
Aug. 9, 5:00PM – 7:00PM
Join us for a reception for our three summer exhibitions -- Neighborhood for Painters: Narrative Painting by Four Georgia Artists; Florence Prisant: A Retrospective, and Educators as Artists: Juried College Faculty Exhibition. Free event. Call 229.439.8400 or visit albanymuseum.com. Go >
Aug 11
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Songs as Inspiration: The Freedom Singers
On multiple days
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 >
Aug 11
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Movies in the Park
Aug. 11, 9:00PM – 11:00PM
Come watch Coco out at Riverfront Park on Saturday, August 11th at 9PM! This event is FREE! Bring your picnic blanket and lawn chairs and get comfortable for a family movie event in the park. Vendors selling food & beverages on site. "Coco" is rated PG. Go >
Aug 12
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Tift Park Community Market Pop-Up at Pretoria!
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Come enjoy an afternoon of local shopping at Pretoria Fields! The Evergreen Family Band will be on stage to fill the air with tunes while you browse artisan crafts, preserves, jewelry, fresh produce, prepared food and more! Bring the whole family down, and enjoy a pint of beer while you shop. Eat local. Shop local. Drink local. Jive local. Live local. Go >
Sep 22
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AMA Chalkfest: Home Grown
Sep. 22, 10:00AM – 5:00PM
The inaugural AMA ChalkFest, with the Albany Museum of Art in partnership with the City of Albany, will bring talented professional chalk artists from around Georgia to create art on the street. In keeping with the Home Grown theme, the event will include regional craft beers, a Georgia Grown Food Village, live music and local vendors and food trucks. Visit AlbanyMuseum.com/ChalkFest or AMAChalkFest.com for details! Go >
Oct 13
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Artesian City Car Club 45th Anniversary Car Show to benefit Flint River Habitat for Humanity
Oct. 13, 9:00AM – 3:00PM
The Artesian City Car Club is proud to present our 45th Anniversary Car Show on Saturday, October 13, 2018, on the front lawn of the Albany Mall. Go >
Nov 3
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Muckalee Creek Arts & Crafts Show
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Friends of Chehaw invites you to join us for a fun weekend of entertainment, food, arts and crafts. Discover uniquely handcrafted treasures from a wide variety of talented artisans and skilled craftsmen, while enjoying a comfortable stroll about the beautiful tree-lined grounds of Chehaw Park. Go >
Dec 8
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Peppermint Pops-Instrument Petting Zoo at 10am Matinee at 11am
Dec. 8, 10:00AM
Instrument Petting Zoo at 10am Matinee at 11am Peppermint Pops – Stories and Tales of the Season A longstanding favorite, Albany Symphony Orchestra’s Peppermint Pops features familiar family favorites from the holiday season….fa la la la la. Enjoy and experience, POLAR EXPRESS, along with an updated, lively version of ‘TWAS THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS, along with the traditional and always popular festive sing alongs and seasonal favorites. Come one, come all! Go >
Mar 2
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Bach to Brubeck – featuring Chris Brubeck and Triple Play
Mar. 2, 7:30PM
The Albany Symphony Orchestra welcomes jazz great, Chris Brubeck and his group Triple Play for a concert full of jazz, tracing the roots of jazz back to the music of J. S. Bach! Experience a evening of music and Chris Brubeck, son of Dave Brubeck, as a soloist with the orchestra and as a member of Triple Play – all the cool cats will be there…will you?! Go >
Jazzin the Quarters: Jazzy Saturday Brunch!
Jul. 28, 11:00AM
Renaissance Connection, Inc. presents Jazzin the Quarters: Jazzy Saturday Brunch! We will have a day filled with live Jazz music from Southern Art Music Ensemble Jazz band. We will also have live art and a brunch/breakfast menu. Cost is 35.00 in advance and 40.00 at the door ( limited seating at door). This is a fundraiser to benefit Renaissance Connection, Inc., an arts & cultural (501c3) non-profit organization dedicated to supporting creativity through all forms of art for the educational advancement of the community. RC's mission is to promote and foster a love for the arts and culture in Albany, GA and the surrounding areas. Go >