GET OUT THERE: 4 things to do in southwest Georgia this weekend, Sept. 20-22

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From staff reports

Find out what’s happening in southwest Georgia this weeekend.

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When: Saturday, 10 a.m.-10 p.m.Where: Fulwood Park, 817 Prince Ave., Tifton.La Fiesta del Pueblo brings the taste, sound, history, culture, and traditions of Latin American countries to south Georgia. This fall event honors Tifton’s Latin-American community. Dance to the rhythm of live music and try out authentically ethnic food. Groups providing special services to adults and children, including the Mexican Consulate, Girl Scouts, migrant education advocates, and more make this festival truly unique.Admission: No charge.For more informtaion go to https://fiestadelpueblo.org/.

When: Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and 2 p.m. on Sunday.Where: Theatre Albany, 514 Pine Ave.The music of Elvis comes alive in “All Shook Up.” Inspired by Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night,” “All Shook Up” follows a small Midwestern town that is thrown into a frenzy with the arrival of Chad, a good-looking, motorcycle-riding roustabout, who rides from town to town with a guitar on his back, blue suede shoes on his feet, and a song in his heart. Repressed by their unbearingly conservative mayor, the town begins to come alive once more under Chad’s influence.Content Warning: Some very mild or implied adult themes and language; addictive singing of Elvis songs. Recommended for ages 8 and up.Admission: $20.For more information and tickets, go to https://www.theatrealbany.com/events-2-1.

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When: Saturday, starts at noon.Where: Pretoria Fields Brewing, 120 Pine Ave.Get ready for a legendary Rocktoberfest in downtown Albany at Pretoria Fields Brewery presented by Pretoriafieldsradio.com. Follow Bands for any VIP meet and greets or photo ops. Performers will include: Scotty Austin, Seven Year Witch, The Other LA, Paralandra, Silversel, ManHämmer, ninety5 and Lizz Faith Music.Admission: $15 at the door or at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rocktoberfest-3-tickets-999853006257.

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