Schools out for summer, and the weather’s warm, so it’s the perfect opportunity to check out some of the weekend events going on in the Albany area.
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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: Saturday, starts at 10 a.m.Where: Byne Baptist Church, 2832 Ledo Road.Byne’s first-ever BYNEkids Xtreme Gellyball is a softer version of paintball suitable for kids.Cost: $5.
When: Saturday, starts at 6 p.m.Where: First Albany Deliverance Cathedral, 1506 S. Slappey Blvd.This concert features Canton Spirituals, Mighty Clouds of Joy, Luther Barnes, The Violinaires, The Alabama Gurlz, and more.Admission: General Admission $35, day of show $40.For more information, visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/annual-unity-jamboree-concert-tickets-319767873317?aff=ebdssbdestsearch.
When: Friday, starts at 7 p.m.Where: Parish hall at St. Theresa’s Catholic Church, 421 Edgewood Lane.Early bird play starts at 7 p.m., with the regular session starting at 7:30 p.m.
When: Saturday, October 22 3:00-4:00 p.m.Where: Pretoria Fields Collective 120 Pine Ave, AlbanyJoin the Dougherty County Library at Pretoria Fields (120 Pine Ave.) for a non-traditional book discussion.
