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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 AMA invites you to Yoga in the Gallery! Albany Yoga Project ambassadors will lead a 60 minute, all levels yoga class. Join them every First Thursday of the month at 6pm! *This event is SUBJECT TO CANCELLATION due to COVID-19 restrictions* *Please reserve your spot ahead of time by leaving your name and class that you will attend ("Yoga in the Gallery 8/06") in the notes for your Venmo donation. *Suggested donation: $10 in cash or through Venmo @albanyyogaproject *Please refrain from attending if you have been exposed to someone with COVID-19 or if you have been experiencing any symptoms of COVID-19 *Please arrive 5-10 minutes early, if possible *Please bring your own yoga mat and a bottle of water *Participants will be assigned six feet apart *Please sign our waiver prior to entry at our website albanyyogaproject.org *Please wear a mask until you make your way to your assigned space for your mat *Please use proper hand washing before and after the event Thank you for supporting Albany Yoga Project as they share the gift of yoga and meditation in Southwest Georgia. Your donation supports their work to hold pop up classes that make these practices accessible to the entire community. Go >
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Come out and play trivia and grab your favorite favorite pint of beer made from ingredients grown in South Georgia soil! 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 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. Cubs Programs are free with Zoo admission, and as always, free for members. These programs are specially tailored to fit the interests and attention span of children ages 3 and 4. Each program includes a hands-on animal experience, a craft, and an animal related story. Go >
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Oct. 3, 9:30AM – 10:30AM
Fitness on the Flint presented by Ambetter from Peach State Health Plan Saturday, October 3. 229Yoga will host the workout, YOGA, and attendees will enjoy the choice of a sea breeze or wine after class concludes! Please bring your own mat. Participants must be 16 or older to participate in the workout. Class will start at 9:30AM, check-in will start at 9:00AM. Grab your mat and get ready to enjoy this all levels basic yoga class. If you are brand new to yoga, just starting or cannot spend enough time on your mat this class is a fit for you! All are welcome! We will move through basic poses and modifications as well as breathe deeply and enjoy a great practice alongside the river. If you have been wanting to try yoga, this is a great place to start! See you by the River! Tickets for Fitness on the Flint can be purchased by calling the Albany Civic Center at 229.302.1405 or by emailing david.sanford@spectraxp.com Monday through Friday 10AM to 5PM. Spaces are limited to 20 per class, so reserve your spot today! Go >
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Oct. 3, 10:30AM – 11:30AM
Fitness on the Flint presented by Ambetter from Peach State Health Plan Saturday, October 3. 229 Funtional Fitness by Tony's Gym will host the workout, CALISTHENICS, and attendees will enjoy the choce of a Beer or Seltzer after class concludes! Please bring your own mat and towel for class. Participants must be 16 or older to participate in the workout. Class will start at 10:30AM, check-in will start at 10:00AM. Run and fun! This workout will consist of short runs, high intensity body weight movements, and rest/recovery periods. We will apply the fundamentals of CrossFit, defined as constantly varied functional movements performed at high intensity. Functional exercises are ones that mimic real-life movements, and usually require little to no equipment, like burpees, push-ups, and sit-ups, combined with running and other cardio activities. These classes will be scalable for everyone, from the advanced athlete to the beginner. Everyone will get a good sweat on. So come out and we will have some fun, get our sweat on, and meet some new friends by the river! Tickets for Fitness on the Flint can be purchased by calling the Albany Civic Center at 229.302.1405 or by emailing david.sanford@spectraxp.com Monday through Friday 10AM to 5PM. Spaces are limited to 20 per class, so reserve your spot today! Go >
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Dive Shows take place at the Blue Hole viewing window and are included with general admission. This event is weather permitting. Go >
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Animal Encounters take place throughout the aquarium on the weekend, but are normally scheduled for Saturday and Sunday at 3:30 p.m. in Skywater. Go >
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Ambetter by Peach Sate Health Plan and Michelob Ultra presents the very first Flint River Entertainment Complex 5K Race Series. The Race Series will have two registration options. Runners who only want to participate in a single 5K Event should choose their race of choice, and pay a $25 registration fee. Single race registration fees will include; two training sessions, entry to the race, and a t-shirt. Runners who would like to participate in the complete race series (all three races) should choose the FREC 5K Race Series – All 3 Races option, and pay a $65 registration fee. Series race registration fees will include; two training sessions per 5K event, entry to all three 5k race events, a t-shirt, and a 1 complementary drink option, to be offered at the end of each 5K race event. There will also be a 1-Mile Fun Run open to all ages, available for $10. *ALL Training sessions will take place on the two Friday’s prior to the actual 5K race day. (Example: If your race is on Saturday, October 10, then your training sessions will be held on Friday, September 26 and Friday, October 3) RACE SCHEDULE • September 26th, 2020 5-6PM – 5k Race Training • October 3rd, 2020 5-6PM – 5K Race Training October 10th, 2020 2PM – FREC 5K Race Day (Race 1) • October 16th, 2020 5-6PM – 5K Race Training • October 23rd, 2020 5-6PM – 5K Race Training October 31st, 2020 9AM – FREC 5K Race Day (Race 2) • November 6th, 2020 5-6PM – 5K Race Training • November 13th, 2020 5-6PM – 5K Race Training November 21st, 2020 9AM – FREC 5K Race Day (Race 3) Runners will be able to pick up race packets on race day during registration time, prior to the start of each race. There will be an awards ceremony following each individual 5K event and a Grand Prize will be presented at the end of the final 5K event. Runners must participate in all 3 races to be considered for Grand Prize. Go >
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Toddler Takeover is a 30-minute program for toddlers, and their caregivers and siblings. It begins at 10:30 am on the first Tuesday of the month from September through May. Toddler Takeover is free for AMA members and $5 per toddler for future members. Families may drop in for the program or contact Vanoteghem at annie.vanoteghem@albanymuseum.com to secure a space. Go >
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In October we're learning all about nocturnal animals. When you are sleeping, they are up and about! We'll read a story, enjoy some songs and activities, and make our own flying bats. Tadpole Time is designed especially for parents and pre-schoolers to enjoy together. Participants will be free to enjoy the RiverQuarium on their own after the session. It's FREE with your RiverQuarium membership or with regular admission. Please be assured that the Flint RiverQuarium is following all recommended CDC guideline for cleaning, sanitizing and social distancing. Go >
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Pretoria Fields is hosting Brews & Bingo every Wednesday! Enjoy games of bingo, cold brews, and fun prizes. Don't miss it! Go >
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Homeschool Day is a 90-minute program designed for students in K-5th grade. It starts at 11 am and is conducted on the second Thursday of the month from September through May. Each month’s session incorporates a current AMA art exhibition and includes an art project that connects with STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and math) education, gallery tours and more. The cost for Homeschool Day is $5 per student for AMA members and $10 per student for future members. Students who participate in Homeschool Day will be asked to comply with AMA visitation policies, including the wearing of masks for the protection of other students and AMA staff. Parents can register their child by emailing Vanoteghem at annie.vanoteghem@albanymuseum.com. Go >
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Oct. 8, 5:30PM – 7:30PM
Makers Night in the AMA classroom is a great opportunity to work with your hands in community. You may work on any quiet handcraft project you like, finish one you've started, or choose from several we will have available for you. We have five Fall themed projects that you can mix and match and you are welcome to bring supplies to work on your own DIY! Our provided projects include: candy corn pot, personalized glass serving plate, fabric covered pumpkin decor, glass jar luminary, and a fall coaster set. This is perfect for a date night or friends night out in safe and socially distanced atmosphere. It will be limited to 12 participants. Cost is $15 for AMA members, $20 for future members. To reserve your spot, email annie.vanoteghem@albanymuseum.com or call 229.439.8400. Go >
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Come out and support all the wonderful vendors fo the Tift Park Community Pop Up Market at Pretoria Fields Collective the second Sunday of every month. Go >
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Set for the fall school break period, Fall Harvest Art Camp is for students in K-7th grade. You can attend from one day to all five! Celebrate autumn with fun, entertaining art projects that will capture the colors of the season! We offer free early drop-off at 8 am and late pick-up at 5 pm. The limit is 12 campers, so get your reservations in early! The cost is $30 per day for AMA members; $40 per day for future members. To register, email annie.vanoteghem@albanymuseum.com See less Go >
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Oct. 16, 6:00PM – 8:00PM
**Tickets for Board & Brush on the Flint must be purchased by Wednesday, September 30!! Board and Brush Creative Studio Albany and the Flint River Entertainment Complex have partnered together to present Board & Brush on the Flint at the Veterans Park Amphitheatre on Friday, October 2! Tickets are $30 and $50, depending on board size chosen (small or medium) and include 1 complementary alcoholic beverage. Patrons must be 21+ to partake in the alcoholic beverage; however, non-alcoholic options will be made available for those who do not wish to consume alcohol or who are not 21 years of age. Tickets for Board & Brush on the Flint must be purchased by Wednesday, September 30 by calling the Albany Civic Center Box Office at 229.302.1404 or by emailing david.sanford@spectraxp.com Monday through Friday 10AM to 5PM. Spaces are limited to 50 per creative session, so don’t delay in reserving your board today! Board and Brush on the Flint will take place outdoors at the Veterans Park Amphitheatre. Spaces will be outlined to maintain social distancing and we ask all attendees to adhere to social distancing guidelines when participating. Masks are required to be worn until a patron reaches his or her designated work space. Restrooms will be available onsite for class attendees. Bar and concession stand items will be available for purchase. Go >
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Oct. 16, 6:00PM – 9:00PM
Join the girls from the Georgia Center Med Spa for a night of fun and games sure to be full of magic. On Witches' Night Out, we wear PINK! October is Breast Cancer Awareness month, that's why Georgia Center MedSpa will be donating Witches' Night Out proceeds to Cancer Ties. Cancer Ties Inc. is a non-profit organization in Albany, Ga. Cancer Ties supports local people -– our friends and neighbors -– whose lives have been turned upside down by cancer. **We encourage everyone to wear a mask and practice social distancing. But wearing a mask doesn't have to be boring, be creative and win a $50 gift certificate for the BEST MASK!** But wait theres more... Purchase a pint of Pretoria Fields beer for a 20% off Georgia Center MedSpa coupon. Enter our Cancer Ties raffle for a chance to win up to 25 difference prizes! Prizes include, Botox, Juvederm, Image Skincare, Massage & more! So mark your calendars for October 16, Friday, 6p-9p. See you at Pretoria Fields my pretties! **We are proud to announce we will be joined by: Milks Macaroons, The Paisley Fig, Cheese & Friends, and Bookwords Go >
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Oct. 24, 2:00PM – 4:00PM
Get into the magical spirit of Halloween by visiting the Albany Museum of Art for this first-time spellbinding event where kids can dress up like their favorite spellcaster and meet with their wizardly friends to create their own wands, magic potions and even dragon eggs! Engage in wonderful wizard games, and try out enchanting treats, including chocolate frogs and butterbeer. We are limited to 12 wizards, so please register by calling 229.439.8400 or emailing annie.vanoteghem@albanymuseum.com before spaces disappear! Cost is $25 for AMA members and $30 for future members Go >
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Oct. 31, 10:00AM – 2:00PM
Join Chehaw, Flint RiverQuarium, and Thronateeska for a not-so-spooky Halloween event in the Zoo from 10-2, Oct. 31! The event is included in Zoo admission and free for members of Chehaw, the Flint RiverQuarium, or Thronateeska. Guests will trick or treat around the Zoo path collecting candy, playing games, and seeing animals along the way! We encourage everyone to come in costume! If you are interested in participating as a sponsor, please contact Vicki at vchurchman@flintriverquarium.com Go >
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Mar. 6, 7:00AM – 2:00PM
Qualify for Boston, by joining us for the Annual SNICKERS(R) Marathon and Half Marathon! Runners are treated to a flat, fast and friendly course with a Southern Hospitality experience. Albany Marathon, Inc. strives to be the "Best Small Town Race in America". Come race with us where every personal touch can be expected! Go >
