When: Saturday, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.Where: Northwest Library, 2507 Dawson Road, Albany.The Local /author Mariet will feature local authors from the region, with the chance to purchase their books, find out about their writing processes and listen in on author panels.Admission: Free.For more information, contact [email protected] or (229) 420-3214.Special Logo
The forecasters are calling for a sunny weekend with perfect spring temperatures, so it looks like great weather to explore some of the happenings throughout southwest Georgia.
When: 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday.Where: The Biscuit Company, 219 Oak St.The 2024 Thomasville Antiques Show will feature high-end antiques and fine art exhibitors who travel from all over the United States to display their treasures. The show’s mission is to raise funds for non-profit organizations that directly benefit children’s programs in Thomasville and has raised more than $3.2 million over its 35-year history.Admission: General admission $25. Noon box lunch, $15. Other events will be held.For more information, go to: https://thomasvilleantiquesshow.com/.
When: noon-6 p.m. on Friday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on Sunday.Where: 1553 U.S. Hwy. 19 S.Experience the thrill of the outdoors at the Albany Boat & Powersports Expo, a spectacular three-day event happening in Albany, sponsored by Boater’s World Albany and Ridezilla Albany,The Expo features a wide range of boats, pontoons, jet skis, kayaks, paddleboards, side-by-sides, ATVS, motorcycles and more, with family entertainment, food, professional insignts, exclusive deals and prizes and giveaways.
When: Friday and Saturday, starting at noon each day.Where: US 19 Dragway, 1304 Williamsburg Road.It’s going down this weekend all weekend long TNT Friday night and shootouts Saturday and Sunday for the inaugural Baby National Race.For more information, go to https://www.facebook.com/US19Dragway/.
When: Saturday, starts at 11 a.m.Where: Flint Skeet and Trap Club, 1321 Lily Pond Road.The fifth annual Pull! 4 Pay it FORWARD Clay Shoot will benefit femilies with children battling cancer in southwest Georgia. The event will feature Lewis Class scoring with prizes for top shooters in each category and a long-bird game and one complimentary entry per participant. Check-in and lunch starts at 11 a.m., with shooting starting at noon.Entry fee: $100 per shooter.
Alan has been a reporter for 30 years, including at The Moultrie Observer, Thomasville Times-Enterprise and The Albany Herald. His favorite book is “Catch-22,” and he has an Australian shepherd/American bulldog mix named Maxwell.
