Live music, from country to R&B to 80s rock is on tap this weekend in Albany, kicking off with a live concert outdoors for the monthly Fridays on the Flint series. Other events include an outdoor movie for kids and “Meet the City,” which will introduce Albany residents to the workings of their government and services it provides.
When: Friday, starts at 6 p.m.Where: Veterans Amphitheater, 100 W. Oglethorpe Blvd.Stephen Harrell & the Dusty Boots Band will be “ricking in the wild” for this free, family night on the Flint River. Through a partnership with Chehaw Park & Zoo, Thronateeska Heritage Center and the Flint RiverQuarium, the audience can interact and take photos with animals and exhibits. A beer/wine sample bar will be available and food vendors will include Hope’s Grilling & More; Lil Taste of New Orleans; Garcia Mexican Food; Kona Ice; Deb’s Cupcakes; KT’s Crab Shack; Smoke and Fire Pizza and San Joe’s.Admission: No cost.For additional information, visit: http://www.flintriverentertainmentcomplex.com/events.
When: Friday, starts at 9 p.m.Where: The Grille House, 105 W. Broad Ave.Come out for a Friday experience with live music by The Essence Band. The monthly first Friday features food, cocktails, a DJ and hookahs.Tickets: $12.For more information, visit: https://www.facebook.com/Highlyfavored105/.
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When: Saturday, 9 a.m.-noon.Where: Albany Civic Center.The city of Albany is holding its first community event to answer the question “What does Albany do for its citizens.” The event will feature city representatives and departments, local businesses and non-profit organizations to provide information about resources and services they provide. The city will outline the services it provides and highlight employment opportunities.Admission: No cost.
When: Saturday,l starts at 8:30 p.m.Where: Riverfront Park, North Front Street.Deep in the Columbian mountains, the Madrigal family possesses an extraordinary secret — each member of the family perform magic, with the exception of 15-year-old Mirabel. Faced with this harsh reality, Mirabel struggles to reconcile her place within her family while searching for who she truly is.Admission: No cost.
When: Saturday, starts at 9 p.m.Where: Little Whiskey River, 2900 Sylvester Road.Rock Kandy brings the 80s experience to Little Whiskey River for a Saturday night party.
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.
