Here are all the events to be found here in the Good Life City. If you have an event you would like listed here, send us an email and let us know about it!
Tuesday, March 23
HARLEY WOMEN’S GARAGE PARTY
WHAT: A women-only party to learn everything Harley! Staff will go over everything from the different models of bikes, accessories and clothing with everything in between. Admission is free.
WHEN: 2:30-5:30 P.M.
WHERE: Albany Harley-Davidson, 2815 Old Dawson Road.
INFO: 639-0035 or visit www.albanyharley.com
Thursday, March 25
CIVIL RIGHTS INSTITUTE PROGRAM
WHAT: Community Night featuring Susan Eva O’Donovan, “Slavery and the Transition to Freedom in Southwest Georgia.” She will sign her book, Becoming Free in the Cotton South.
COST: Free
WHERE: Albany Civil Rights Institute, 326 Whitney Ave.
INFO: 432-1698
Friday, March 26
SLAP FEST AT STATE THEATRE
WHAT: A tribute to the late John Slappey, a great American, and a fund-raiser for Mandy and Sawyer Slappey. Featuring a silent auction, live auction and music by The Fundamentals, Mac George, Evan Barber, Bo Henry and Dallas Davidson.
WHEN: 6:30 p.m.
WHERE: State Theatre, 313 Pine Ave.
COST: $10. Tickets can be purchased at any SB&T, Shoemaker Auto Sales, Dismuke Insurance, Harvest Moon, The Catch, The Clothes Basket, and Piggly Wiggly in Sylvester.
KIWANIS CLUB TALENT SHOWCASE
WHAT: The first Kiwanis Club of Southern Rivers I Care Music & Talent Showcase to spotlight the music talents of the community’s youth. The winner of the high school division will advance to compete for the state title.
WHEN: 7 p.m.
WHERE: Monroe High School auditorium
Saturday, March 27
WALK A MILE IN HER SHOES
WHAT: A benefit for the Lily Pad. There is an old saying: “You can’t really understand another person’s experience until you’ve walked a mile in someone else’s shoes”. Walk a Mile in Her Shoes is asking all men to literally walk one mile in women’s four-inch red patent high-heeled shoes. It won’t be easy, but we guarantee that you’ll have fun while at the same time helping educate our community about something that is difficult to talk about … sexual violence.
WHEN: 9 a.m.
WHERE: Deerfield-Windsor School upper campus.
INFO: If you are interested in walking, or know someone that is interested in walking, or want to support a participant, call Caitlyn Cooper 435-0074.
LIBERTARIAN PARTY OF SWGA CONVENTION
WHAT: New officers will be elected, the state convention will be discussed, and a new statewide Libertarian candidate will be introduced.
WHEN: 3 p.m.
WHERE: Century Fire Station, 934 U.S. 19, Leesburg
INFO: 881-7012
Sunday, March 28
SPAGHETTI FOR SABRINA
WHAT: An American Cancer Society Relay for Life fund-raiser honoring the late Sabrina Powell of Albany.
WHEN: 5 to 8 p.m.
WHERE: Fellowship hall of Porterfield United Methodist Church
COST: $10; tickets available at Porterfield
Friday, April 2
TRACY LAWRENCE AT STATE THEATRE
WHAT: The multi-platinum recording artist, owner of 17 No. 1 singles including Find Out Who Your Friends Are, If the God Die Young, Stick and Stones, Better Man Better Off and Alibis will be performing unplugged. Local favorites Running Down Romance and Speedcoach will kick things off. For ages 21 and up.
WHEN: 8 p.m.
WHERE: State Theatre, 313 Pine Ave.
COST: $20 presale at Harvest Moon, $25 day of show if available.
INFO: 439-7077
Saturday, April 10
BEAUTY THROUGH THE STORM
WHAT: A Celebration of those who have conquered low self-esteem after being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, heart disease and breast cancer. Presented by Chosen to Conquer, a public charity.
WHEN: 7:30 p.m.
WHERE: Albany State University ACAD Auditorium
HOGS FOR DOGS
WHAT: The Albany Humane Society will be on the lot of Albany Harley-Davidson with four-legged friends looking for a new home. Every dog adopted will get a Coastal Pet Products gift basket with an H-D collar, leash, and a toy.
WHEN: 2:30-5:30 p.m.
WHERE: 2815 Old Dawson Road.
INFO: 639-0035 or visit www.albanyharley.com
DARTON COLLEGE 5K RUN & 1-MILE WALK
WHAT: Darton’s Go Global, a fund-raiser for scholarships. All participants will receive a T-shirt.
WHEN: Race day registration 6:45 a.m.; 1-mile walk/run begins at 8:30 a.m.; 5K begins at 9 a.m.
INFO: 317-6588
FREEDOM SINGERS IN CONCERT
WHAT: The monthly concert of the Albany Freedom Singers, who offer an inspiring musical history lesson on the civil rights movement.
WHEN: 1 p.m. on the second Saturday of every month
WHERE: Albany Civil Rights Institute, 326 Whitney Ave.
COST: Admission free for non-members
INFO: 432-1698
I REMEMBER LOVE
WHAT: The Albany Chorale’s annual fundraiser. Hors d’oeuvres and wine bar. Silent auction. Desserts and coffee at intermission
WHEN: 7 p.m.
WHERE: Theatre Albany, 514 Pine Ave.
COST: $25
INFO: info@albanychorale.org or www.albanychorale.org
Wednesday, April 14-
Thursday, April 15
ANTIGONE
WHAT: Greek classic by Sophocles
WHERE: Albany State University ACAD Auditorium
COST: Free
INFO: 430-4849
Saturday, April 17
ALBANY SYMPHONY MASTERWORKS SERIES
WHAT: “Classical Vienna” featuring Rodin/Kim Cheong Trio. Conversations with the conductor begin at 6:30 p.m. from the auditorium stage.
WHEN: 7:30 p.m.
PERCY SLEDGE & CLARENCE CARTER
WHAT:
WHEN: Gates open at 7 p.m.; music starts at 7:30 p.m. Bring your law chairs, family and friends and enjoy the venue’s first concert of the season.
WHERE: Sasser Flea Market & Antique Mall
COST: $25 in advance; $30 on the concert day. Tickets are available at Albany Harley Davidson, the Albany Visitors & Welcome Center, The Exchange, Odyssey Records, Chances R Bait & Tackle and Leesburg Flowers & Gifts.
Friday, April 23
TNA LIVE!
PRO WRESTLING
WHEN: 7:30 p.m.
WHERE: Albany Civic Center
TICKETS: www.ticketmaster.com.
Sunday, April 25
LET’S MAKE A BID
WHAT: The Albany Museum of Art’s signature fund-raiser, being held for the 25th year. Volunteers are needed. The live auction is aired on WALB-TV.
WHEN: 2 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
WHERE: 311 Meadowlark Drive
INFO: 439-8400 or cmorrison@albanymuseum.com.
Ongoing
LAMAR DODD:
A LIFE OF ART
WHAT: Works from the C.L. Morehead Jr. Collection on display through May 28. This exhibition is presented by Tri-State Florist Supply.
WHEN: The museum is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is free.
WHERE: Albany Museum of Art
INFO: 439-8400 or www.albanymuseum.com.
