GET OUT THERE: 5 things to do in southwest Georgia this weekend, Nov. 10-12

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Alan Mauldin
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It’s November, which means there’s a few weeks before the onset of the flurry of the holidays. Take some time to unwind before the rush.

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When: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday and Saturday.Where: Spence Field, 290-G Harper Blvd., Moulltrie.The Calico Arts and Crafts Show is a one-stop shopping extravaganza for southwest Georgia and the surrounding area. From ornamental iron home and garden decor to painted glass and antiques, to whimsical painted children’s furniture and accessories, it’s all together in one location. Approximately 300 vendors featuring fine arts, handmade crafts, and hand-decorated items exhibit their lovingly made items. In addition to the arts and crafts, Calico offers a wide selection of food and refreshments.

When: Saturday, starts at 3 p.m.Where: 10898 Ga. Hwy. 188, Ochlocknee.Devyn’s Farm Fest is a night of live music, delicious food and fun activities under the stars.After the death of their son, Baconton Blazer baseball coach Devyn Newberry, in 2019, his parents Greg and Donna Newberry started a scholarship in his name. The fest is held to raise funds to continue the scholarship.For more information, go to https://partyfixx.co/event/2023-11-11-devyns-farm-fest-tickets-at-state-route-188-ochlocknee-ga/.Tickets available for a donation at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/devyns-farm-fest-tickets-647087705747?aff=ebdipfpartyfixx#tickets.

When: Saturday, starts at 7 p.m.Where: 2238 Palmyra Road.Show Up Saturday is a night for grownups at The Vault.For additional events, visit the Albany Herald Community Calendar.

When: Saturday, starts at 7 p.m.Where: Pretoria Fields Brewing, 120 Pine Ave.U.S. Air Force veteran Dominic Milner, a Sylvester native who lives in Tallahassee, will be performing live at the brewery.

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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.

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