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Concert at Mercer

October 13, 2008

Mercer University presents Giselle Hillyer on violin and Roger McVey on piano, in concert October 13th at 7:30 pm, a Free event at Neva Langley Fickling Hall in the McCorkle Music Building on the campus of Mercer University. 301-2748

Driving Miss Daisy

October 17, 2008 toOctober 26, 2008

Macon Little Theatre presents the classic Driving Miss Daisy, October 17th-26th.  Winner of the 1988 Pulitzer Prize and the Outer Critics Circle Award for Best Off-Broadway Play, Driving Miss Daisy is a warm-hearted, humorous and affecting study of the unlikely relationship between an aging, crotchety white Southern lady, and a proud, soft-spoken black man.  A long-run Off-Broadway success and an Academy Award-winning film.  Directed by Chuck NeSmith.  Reserve tickets by calling 478-471-PLAY.

Film Guild Movie at Douglass Theatre

October 12, 2008

Macon Film Guild Movie - Starting Out In The Evening

Recently released, award winning, critically acclaimed works by contemporary independent directors. Show times are 2:00, 4:30 and 7:30 PM with a discussion immediately following the 4:30 screening.  October 12th at the Douglass Theatre. 742-2000

Poetic Peace Open Mic

October 7, 2008

TONIGHT & EVERY TUESDAY
Poetic Peace Open Mic
Poets, Comedians, Singers, Emcees…
at Cafe 567 from 7pm - 10pm
567 Cherry St
Downtown Macon
744-9888

Art Partners Auction

October 15, 2008

October 15th – Art Partners and Friends 2nd Annual Art Auction Fundraiser
Founded by Barbara Barry-Nishanian and sponsored by Star Choices, Inc. and Joycine’s.  Each talented student due to economic circumstances, ethnicity, disability, lack of opportunity, or other reasons, had wanted to make an artistic statement but had been unable to do so.  Art Partners and Friends make this possible.  “Friends” join us in celebrating their accomplishments, along with the 30+ middle Georgia artists providing their works for this auction.  While bidding…reception, door prizes and vocals by Maureen Webb will add to your evenings enjoyment.  5:30 – 8 pm at the Rosewood Ballroom, 170 College Street, Macon. 743-3144

Sweeney Todd

October 12, 2008

The Broadway Series at the Grand Opera House presents Sweeney Todd, October 12th at 4 pm and 7:30 pm.  This revolutionary revival features a multi-talented ensemble of ten actors/musicians.  When the infamous demon barber takes up with his crafty neighbor Mrs. Lovett, the two embark on a delicious plot to slice their way through London’s upper crust.  Justice is served—along with lush melody, audacious humor and hair-raising excitement.  Tickets are $43 - $47.  For tickets or for more information call 478-301-5470.

Macon Little Theatre Auditions

October 11, 2008 toOctober 13, 2008

Auditions for Macon Little Theatre’s Scrooge, The Musical, are October 11th-13th at 7:30 p.m. with auditions for children TBA. The show runs December 5th-14th. Directed by Sylvia Haynie and Laura Voss. For more information call 478-471-PLAY.

Heart Walk

October 16, 2008

2008 Central Georgia Start! Heart Walk
Chaired by Mark Nichols, CEO, Coliseum Northside Hospital

October 16th, 2008
5pm – 9pm
Central City Park and the River Walk
Festivities and walk will begin from Central City Park
For more information click here!

Grand Opening of The Palm Lounge

October 11, 2008

The Palm Lounge – Grand Opening

October 11th from 7pm to 1am (Argentine Tango Performances at 10pm and 12am)

A Buckhead style lounge in the heart of Forsyth. Come and enjoy our Tapas menu and specialty desserts and cocktails.

The Royal Palm
22 West Main Street
Forsyth, GA
478-994-0026

The Bohemian Theatrical Society

October 10, 2008 toOctober 12, 2008

The Bohemian Theatrical Society in Dublin presents Dracula, October 10th-12th at  7 pm at Theatre Dublin. Tickets are $10, $8 Children 12 and Under.  For more information and questions please call 478-275-0089. Bohemian Theatrical Society, 126 W Jackson Street, Dublin.

Central Georgia Greek Festival

October 10, 2008 toOctober 12, 2008

Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church in Downtown Macon presents the Central Georgia Greek Festival October 10th-12th.  There will be live Greek music, Greek dancing, jewelry, iconography, religious items, church tours, Greek Salads, Gyros, Chicken Souvlaki, Pastitsio, Dolmades, Baklava & other desserts! 859 First Street, Downtown.  621-0744

Dinner and a Classic

October 8, 2008

What better venue could there be than the beautifully restored Cox Capitol Theatre to enjoy the movies that have withstood the tests of time? And what better way to experience them again than while enjoying a fine meal at the same time?

Well, Macon Food & Culture Magazine presents “Dinner and a Classic” every Wednesday to give you the opportunity to do just that!

Dinner service will begin at 5:30
The movie will begin at 6:30
Seating is limited. Reservations are encouraged.

Tickets are $17.50
To view dinner menu and to buy tickets visit coxcapitoltheatre.com

Wednesday, October 8th - Dial M For Murder

Falling for Henry Festival

October 11, 2008 toOctober 12, 2008

October 11th & 12th – The 3rd Annual Falling For Henry Fine Arts Festival
The Henry County Chamber of Commerce/Convention & Visitors Bureau is hosting the third annual Falling for Henry Fine Arts Festival at Eagle’s Landing Country Club in Stockbridge.  $10,000 in prize money will be awarded.  Artists interested in participating please call 770-957-5786 for more information.

Macon Arts Cultural Awards

October 6, 2008

Macon Arts Annual Meeting and Cultural Awards - Join Macon Arts and the community in celebration of Central Georgians who impact and elevate the arts.  Monday October 6th at 7 pm at Theatre Macon. 743-6940

MIKE Performances

October 9, 2008

During the 08-09 school year, the Georgia Music Hall of Fame’s MIKE program (Music in Kids’ Education) presents music performances for students every second Thursday of the month. Musical artists and groups from around the state present two shows per day, at 10 am and 11:30 am. School groups and home-schoolers are encouraged to participate. Space is limited; reservations are required. The 45-minute performances are included with regular museum admission: $3.50 for ages 4-17. 751.3334

OCTOBER 9th - Julie Austin