Events Happening in Macon: October 8th - 17th

Staff Report

Friday, October 8th, 2021

New Work by Yvonne Gabriel

Macon Arts Gallery is proud to present our October 2021 exhibition of work by Yvonne Gabriel. The show will open with a First Friday opening reception on October 1st, from 4 – 7pm. Work can also be viewed online at maconarts.org/shop.

Presented by Macon Arts Alliance at Macon Arts Gallery, 486 First Street, Macon, GA 31201

Oct 01, 2021 - Oct 29, 2021 

 

Movies in My Park - The Nightmare Before Christmas

‘Movies in My Park’ free outdoor screening of Tim Burton’s THE NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS (1993) in Tattnall Square Park!

Presented by Macon Film Festival at Tattnall Square Park, College St. and Oglethorpe St, Macon, GA 31207

Oct 08, 2021 at 7:30 pm 

 

Kool-Aid & Canvas

At Kool-Aid & Canvas, an artist takes children step-by-step through the process of creating a fun painting with acrylic paints on canvas. For kids age 6-12.

Presented by The 567 Center for Renewal at The 567 Center for Renewal, 456 1st Street, Macon, GA 31201

$20 includes all materials

Oct 09, 2021 at 10:30 am 

 

Boris Godunov

Presented by Metropolitan Opera Live in HD

Presented by Douglass Theatre at Douglass Theatre, 355 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Macon, GA 31208

Oct 09, 2021 at 12:55 pm 

 

Yoga at Mill Hill

Yoga has returned to the beautiful Mill Hill! Every Tuesday, join instructor Christina Murray in a 45 min flow sure to bring you peace, relaxation, and maybe a little sweat.

Presented by Macon Arts Alliance at Mill Hill Community Arts Center, 213 Clinton Street, Macon, GA 31217

Yoga at Mill Hill is donation based. Pay what you can to help support the instructors and the work of Macon Arts Alliance.

Jun 08, 2021 - Jun 07, 2022 at 6:15 pm 

 

Macon Film Guild Presents: "Ailey" Documentary

An immersive portrait of dance pioneer Alvin Ailey, told through his own words and a new dance inspired by his life.

Presented by Macon Film Guild at Douglass Theatre, 355 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Macon, GA 31208

$5.00 General Admission

Oct 10, 2021 at 2:00 pm, 5:00 pm, 7:30 pm 

 

Calista Anne Koch

Nationally recognized harpist known to Middle Georgia as “The Macon Harpist”.

Presented by Warner Robins Community Concert Association at First United Methodist Church, 205 N. Davis Dr., Warner Robins, GA 31093

Adults $15; Students Free

Oct 10, 2021 at 3:00 pm 

 

Religious Imagery in the Works of J.R.R. Tolkien

Fr. Michael W. Maher, S.J., Associate Professor of History at Marquette University, will give a presentation on religious imagery in the works of J.R.R. Tolkien.

Presented by Middle Georgia State University at Middle Georgia State University - Arts Complex Theatre, 100 University Parkway, Macon, GA 31206

Free and open to the public.

Oct 11, 2021 at 3:30 pm 

 

The Douglass Theatre Presents; Imitation of Life

Senior Cinema | FREE for Seniors

Presented by Douglass Theatre at Douglass Theatre, 355 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Macon, GA 31208

Oct 13, 2021 at 2:00 pm 

 

Tour of Progress

Join us on Wednesday, October 13 for a self-guided tour of downtown Macon’s transformative development. Free and open to the public!

Presented by NewTown Macon at A Brooke Haven Lounge, 401 Cherry Street, Macon, GA 31201

Oct 13, 2021 at 4:00 pm 

 

MACON BIKE PARTY - SPIRITS, SPECTACLES, AND SCANDALS

Join us Thursday, October 14th for Macon Bike Party’s, Spirits, Spectacles, and Scandals! Join Visit Macon’s, Steven Fulbright as he takes us on a journey through downtown exploring the darker sides of our fair city.

Presented by Bike Walk Macon at Bike Walk Macon, 830 High Street, Macon, GA 31201

Free Admission

Oct 14, 2021 at 6:00 pm 

 

Pet Portraits & Pinot

Join us for an evening of painting and good friends. Don’t worry, painting experience is not needed. The talented art instructor, Arrin Freeman, will guide you step-by-step during this two-part class.

Presented by Museum of Arts and Sciences at Museum of Arts & Sciences, 4182 Forsyth Road, Macon, GA 31210

Oct 12, 2021 - Oct 14, 2021 at 7:00 pm 

 

Corks & Canvas

Corks & Canvas is a fun, beginner-friendly painting workshop where you can relax and hang out with friends while a local artist teaches you how to recreate a beautiful painting.

Presented by The 567 Center for Renewal at The 567 Center for Renewal, 456 1st Street, Macon, GA 31201

$30 includes all materials

Oct 14, 2021 at 07:00 pm 

 

Artist Piano Duo--An Evening of French Piano Music

Enjoy an evening of French music for Piano 4 hands featuring guest artists Gianluca Strazzullo and Steven DiBlasi. Works by Debussy, Ravel, Saint-Saens, and Faure. Free and open to the public

Presented by Wesleyan College at Wesleyan College-Pierce Chapel, 4760 Forsyth Rd, Macon, GA 31210

Free and open to the public

Oct 14, 2021 at 7:00 pm 

 

Quarter Moon Friday

Join the Museum of Arts and Sciences for Quarter Moon Friday to learn about the night sky over Macon, and visit the observatory afterwards!

Presented by Museum of Arts and Sciences at Museum of Arts & Sciences, 4182 Forsyth Road, Macon, GA 31210

May 21, 2021 - Oct 15, 2021 at 8:00 pm 

 

Hocus Pocus

When a curious teenage boy accidentally resurrects a trio of ancient witches, Halloween in Salem becomes a lot more interesting.

Presented by Grand Opera House at The Grand Opera House, 651 Mulberry Street, Macon, GA 31201

Oct 15, 2021 at 7:00 pm 

 

Wood Sign Workshop

Paint your own decorative wood sign for your home in this fun workshop.

Presented by The 567 Center for Renewal at The 567 Center for Renewal, 456 1st Street, Macon, GA 31201

$35 includes all materials

Oct 16, 2021 at 7:00 pm 

 

Project BAAD

A collaborative effort between Macon Middle Georgia Black Pages, NewTown Macon and the Rhythm N Jazz Foundation. Highlighting, promoting, and familiarizing the public with the dynamics of Downtown Macon. 

Presented by Project BAAD at Rosa Parks Square, 701 Poplar St., Macon, GA 31201

Oct 16, 2021 at 4:00 pm