"Two Potters Sharing a Kiln"
Macon Arts Alliance is proud to present their August exhibit, ”Two Potters Sharing a Kiln”. The show features wood-fired ceramics by local artists, Roger Jamison and Patrick Rademaker. The show opens with a first Friday reception on August 1st, from 4-7pm.

Presented by Macon Arts Allianceat Macon Arts Gallery, 486 First Street, Macon, GA 31201
August 1 - August 29

Pottery Wheel Date Night
Spend a fun evening getting your hands dirty! In this workshop, you’ll get a taste of making something on the pottery wheel. Your “date” can be a spouse, sibling, best friend, or other favorite person–or come alone and have a “date” with art! No experience necessary. Ages 18 and up. $50 per person, includes all materials ($40 for 567 members). 6:30-8:30 pm.

Presented by The 567 Center for Renewal at The 567 Center for Renewal
456 First St, Macon, GA 31201
$50 includes all materials
Aug 21, 2025 from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm

Macon Area Connections: Mingle with Singles at the Overlook on First
Forget awkward intros and dating apps. You’re in the game – literally.

Drinks Included: Your registration comes with two drink tickets. Our bar will include beer, wine and three specialty cocktail options:

Twister (Gimlet): Tart, tangy, and guaranteed to tie you up in conversation.
Connect Pour (Margarita): A zesty crowd-pleaser. Great solo or in pairs.
Ace of Hearts (Old Fashioned): Bold, smooth, and always a winning hand.

Your Wristband = Your Vibe: Everyone gets a wristband at the door to make it easy to break the ice:

Pink: Single & into women
Blue: Single & into men
Yellow: It’s complicated – ask me!
Red: Taken, but here to make friends (aka your ultimate wingperson)

We’ll have playing cards and casual games ready to go – but feel free to bring your own board or card game to get a group going. Expect fun giveaways throughout the night and an easy way to meet new people without the pressure.

Presented by Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce at The Overlook on First
484 First St, Macon, GA 31201
$20 Registration is now open at maconchamber.com
Walk-ups welcome!
Aug 22, 2025 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Corks & Canvas with Molly
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. No painting experience required. Bring a beverage of your choice to sip on while you paint. The cost is $30, and includes all materials for an 11 x 14 painting. The workshops start at 7 pm and lasts two and a half hours. On August 23, Molly Fox will teach a painting of a bear.

To register, visit: https://www.the567center.org/art-classes/ or call (478) 238-6051.

Presented by The 567 Center for Renewal at The 567 Center for Renewal
456 First St, Macon, GA 31201
$30 includes all materials for an 11 x 14 painting
Aug 23, 2025 from 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm

Kool-Aid & Canvas
At Kool-Aid & Canvas, an artist takes children age 6-12 step-by-step through the process of creating a fun painting with acrylic paints on a real canvas. The students learn a variety of painting techniques to inspire them in their own creative endeavors. Parents are encouraged to drop their child off and pick them up when class is over, or sign up to paint along with their child. The workshop starts at 10:30 am and lasts an hour and a half. $20 includes all materials for the class and a drink to sip. On Saturday, August 23, Dee will teach a painting of honeybees.

Presented by The 567 Center for Renewal at The 567 Center for Renewal
456 First St, Macon, GA 31201
$20 per person, includes all supplies
Aug 23, 2025 from 10:30 am to 12:00 pm
 

Yoga + Art: Summer Slowdown
As the pace of life begins to pick up, take a morning to slow down with intention. This gentle workshop begins gentle, grounding yoga flow led by certified instructor Laura Sugg. After yoga, we’ll ease into meditative art journaling, using imagery inspired by the comforts of summer—sunflowers, bees, honey, and herbs.

We’ll create a cozy, calming environment with tea, soft lighting, and space to slow down. You’ll receive your own art journal to begin a practice of creative mindfulness you can carry into the season ahead.

Presented by ArtSpace Macon at ArtSpace Macon
2378 Ingleside Ave, Macon, GA 31204
$35 per person, all supplies included (Please bring a mat!)
Aug 23, 2025 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

The Faith of the Dreamer: One Woman's Story of Racial Trauma and Healing
The world premiere of a documentary (directed by Khary Payton) following the story of Gwendolyn Payton– she reflects on growing up in the midst of racial unrest only to be stonewalled by institutional discrimination as she pursued her art degree.

1968: An eager, idealistic African American student at Mercer University in Macon, Georgia is denied the opportunity to receive her Studio Art degree by a racist professor who declares that
“n—gers aren’t smart enough to earn a degree from this department” and that her artwork is “too controversial”. 50 years later, Gwendolyn Payton—along with her family and peers— share through intimate interviews raw memories of racial trauma. Director Khary Payton (The Walking Dead’s King Ezekiel, Gwendolyn’s son) joins this collective reflection on the psychology of racial trauma, the healing power of lament and how an enduring, vibrant spirit can drown out darkness.

The film is an official selection for the 20th annual Macon Film Festical and will have its world premiere Sunday August 24th at 2:30pm.

Tickets are available at: https://www.tixr.com/groups/mercerevents/events/2025-macon-film-festival-138576

There are not specific tickets for just this screening. There are single block tickets available as well as festival passes. For further information on ticket options, go to: https://www.maconfilmfestival.com/tickets

Presented by Macon Film Festival at Theatre Macon
438 Cherry St, Macon, GA 31201
Aug 24, 2025 at 2:30 pm

Unlocking Capital: An Owner's Guide to Funding a Small Business
This course is designed specifically for small business owners and entrepreneurs seeking to understand and access various funding options.

Are you ready to turn the key and unlock the capital your small business needs to thrive?
IN-PERSON! No Cost! This course is designed specifically for small business owners and entrepreneurs seeking to understand and access various funding options.

The course will discuss the ins and outs of the different types of capital, including SBA-guaranteed loans, traditional bank loans, non-traditional funding sources, equity, and little-known specialty lending programs, and weigh the pros and cons of each.

The course will also highlight the financial management strategies that help owners think like a lender and ensure their business is lender-ready.

LEARN HOW TO:
Evaluate the various types of financing available for small businesses
Determine the advantages and disadvantages of the different forms of capital as it relates to your business
Implement financial management best practices
Create the BIG three financial statements and analyze them from a lender’s perspective

Become familiar with Georgia’s State Small Business Credit Initiative lending programs
NO-Cost! Register Now!

https://georgiasbdc.org/training-program/0649-023-mcn-unlocking-capital-an-owners-guide-to-funding-a-small-business/

Presented by University of Georgia Small Business Development Center in Macon at Barnesville-Lamar County Library
401 Thomaston St, Macon, GA 30204
Aug 28, 2025 at 9:00 am

Postcards from Macon & Beyond
Join us at Tanglewood Art Studios for our second gallery show—an unforgettable photography exhibition by Stephen Cook. This collection pairs scenes from Macon with moments captured around the globe, revealing how beauty, rhythm, and story exist in every corner of the world. From quiet streets to epic landscapes, these visual postcards remind us that home and faraway places are more connected than we think.

Presented by Mama Hawk Draws at Tanglewood Art Studios
1080 Third St, Suite 500, Macon, GA 31201
FREE
Aug 28, 2025 from 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm

Form & Function
“Form & Function” is an exhibit exploring 3D artwork by local artists, including pottery and ceramics, stained glass art, fused glass, functional woodwork, sculpture, mixed media work, metal work, tapestries and more. The exhibit will be on display August 1-29, and the artwork will be available for purchase. Admission to the gallery is free. The gallery is open Monday-Friday, 11 am-4 pm.

Presented by The 567 Center for Renewal at The 567 Center for Renewal
456 First St, Macon, GA 31201
FREE
Aug 29, 2025
Gallery open from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm