6-09-2025 5:02pm

Adventures in the Heart of Georgia: Things to Do this Week in Macon and Greater Middle Georgia

Nate Weeks Editor

This impressively lifelike chalk drawing by Chris Friday is currently on display at the McEachern Art Center in Macon (Photographer Nate Weeks)

Another week in Middle Georgia brings more opportunities to shake things up with new and interesting activities such as practicing tai chi in Eatonton, doing yoga under a full moon on Coleman Hill, listening to live music at historic venues like Grant's Lounge, and much more. The following are just a few of the unique and fun things to do this second week of June in the heart of Georgia.

MONDAY, June 9th

HEALTHY LIVING: Tai Chi for Health at the Eatonton Putnam County Library (3-6 p.m.)

Every Monday the Eatonton Putnam County Library, in partnership with the Middle Georgia Regional Commission Area Agency, will present a beginner-friendly Tai Chi for Health program. Studies have shown that a tai chi practice can reduce stress, help practicers gain better balance, and improve the health of your brain. Call (706) 485-6768 to register for this free program.

> Eatonton Putnam County Library: 309 N. Madison Avenue, Eatonton

MUSIC: Hellhowler Tour with Casket Robbery, Autumn Lies Buried, Severd, and Necrofear at JBA (8 p.m.)

GMO Productions is bringing another evening of heavy metal to Downtown Macon’s JBA on Monday with music from Casket Robbery, Autumn Lies Buried, Severed, and Necrofear to start off the week. Tickets cost $10 before the show at $15 the day of the sale.

> JBA: 425 Cherry Street, Macon

TUESDAY, June 10th

HEALTHY LIVING: Wild Heart Yoga’s June Full Moon Yoga and Fundraiser at Coleman Hill (6 p.m.)

Wild Heart Yoga will present another yoga class at Macon’s Coleman Hill this Tuesday. This unique yoga class will help raise funds for an aerial installation, where practitioners can do yoga while suspended in the air, at the nonprofit yoga studio Wellness Hug, according to Wild Heart Yoga. Attendees are requested to bring mats, water, and a donation for this all-levels yoga class.

> Coleman Hill: 285 Spring Street, Macon

Storytellers Macon presents “Glow Up” at Grant’s Lounge (6:30-8:30 p.m.)

Storytellers Macon brings another night of interesting true stories to Grant’s Lounge on Tuesday night. The theme for this month’s show is Glow Up and storytellers will tell 5 minute tales about “growth, transformation, and the light we carry or discover along the way.” The featured storyteller will be Laura Sugg, who is the Disability Coordinator at Centenary Church. This free storytelling event is for mature audiences as stories are not censored.

> Grant’s Lounge: 225 Willie Smokie Glover Drive, Macon

SPORTS: Macon Bacon vs. Boone Bigfoots at Luther Williams Field (7 p.m.)

Rumor is that videos and photos taken during this game may all come out blurry if Bigfoot curse occurs while the Macon Bacon face off against the Boone Bigfoots on Tuesday evening. If you can’t make it to Tuesday’s game, the Macon Bacon will present Movie Night, with entertainment from popular films on Thursday, during a game against the Peninsula Pilots. Also, on Saturday, the Macon Bacon will present Star Wars Night, featuring speciality Star Wars jerseys, themed drinks, and more, during a game against the Florence Flamingos. Tickets to any of the Macon Bacon games start at $15 online at this link.

> Luther Williams Field: 200 Willie Smokie Glover Drive, Macon

WEDNESDAY, June 11th

ONPPI’s Strategic Planning Public Meeting in Macon-Bibb (5:30-7:30 p.m.)

The Ocmulgee National Park and Preserve Initiative (ONPPI) will be holding a meeting on Wednesday to seek public input about the Regional Strategic Plan to help our community prepare for “the impacts and opportunities” that a national park would bring to Middle Georgia. This event is free and open to the public.

> Macon Mall - Middle Georgia Regional Commission Offices: 3661 Eisenhower Parkway, Macon

MUSIC AND FOOD: A Grand Night for Singing: Jazz, Pop, Broadway, and Light Music at Braddock’s Cask & Table (8 p.m.)

The contemporary restaurant Braddock’s Cask & Table will host a unique night of open mic music and singing on Wednesday. There will be 2 pianists for this unique event and food will be available until 9 p.m.

> Braddock’s Cask & Table: 347 Cotton Avenue, Macon

THURSDAY, June 12th

THEATER: Perry Players present Peter Pan Jr (6/12-6/14) (6 p.m.)

The Perry Players will present a one-hour production of the play “Peter Pan Jr.” starting this Thursday through Saturday. This production from the Perry Player’s summer camp students is suited for young people as well as the young at heart. Tickets cost $10 online at this link.

> Perry Players Theatre: 909 Main Street, Perry

BIKING: Macon Bike Party: Tour de Bragg Jam (6-8 p.m.)

Macon Bike Party is a unique slow-paced bicycle ride that takes place through various neighborhoods in Macon throughout the year. Bike Walk Macon will present the Tour de Bragg Jam Macon Bike Party on Thursday evening. Bike riders are encouraged to dress up as famous Macon-related musicians and listen to music from the bands who will be performing at this year’s Bragg Jam concert crawl during the ride. Afterward, participants can meet at the Rose Room to listen to live music from one of the performers at this year’s Bragg Jam, Jak the Act. Participants must wear helmets to take part in the ride. The Tour de Bragg Jam is free to attend.

> Bike Walk Macon: 834 High Street, Macon

FRIDAY, June 13th

SPORTS: Macon Dad Proud Pickleball Tournament at Tattnall Square Park (6/13-6/14) (8 a.m.-8 p.m.)

Southern Pickleball will host a Father’s Day-themed pickleball tournament at Tattnall Square Park on Friday and Saturday this week. Singles will play on Friday and mens and women’s doubles and mixed doubles will play on Saturday. Skill levels range from 2.5 to 4.5+. Registration costs $55 online at this link.

> Tattnall Pickleball Center: 1155 College Street, Macon

FOOD: Sips & Savor: Crafted for Summer with Fall Line Brewing Co. at Loom Comfort Kitchen & Cocktails (6:30-9:30 p.m.)

Loom Comfort Kitchen & Cocktails will present an evening where diners will enjoy 5 dishes along with 6 Fall Line Brewing Co. craft beers. Guests will enjoy cold beverages such as the “Peach Me I’m Dreaming” peach hefeweizen while dining on dishes like smoked baby back ribs with Irish red barbeque sauce and street corn salad. Tickets cost $76 per person and includes complimentary valet.

> Loom Comfort Kitchen & Cocktails: 401 Cotton Avenue, Macon

MUSIC: One Irish Rover (Van Morrison tribute) at The Society Garden (8-10 p.m.)

Fans of Irish singer/songwriter Van Morrison will enjoy One Irish Rover this Friday at The Society Garden. One Irish Rover is a Van Morrison tribute band that perform songs from the different genres and eras of Morrison’s long music career. The Society Garden usually charges a cover at the gate that starts about an hour before the music.

> The Society Garden: 2389 Ingleside Avenue, Macon

MUSIC: Paul McDonald & The Mourning Doves at Grant’s Lounge (9 p.m.)

Paul McDonald is a singer/songwriter from Alabama who will be performing with The Mourning Doves at historic Grant’s Lounge on Friday evening. McDonald’s music has been compared to Rod Stewart as well as Bob Dylan. Tickets cost $10 at the door or online (with fees) at this link.

> Grant’s Lounge: 576 Poplar Street, Macon

Paste Magazine uploaded a video to YouTube of Paul McDonals & The Mourning Doves performing the song "Unwind"

MUSIC: Rare Birds at The Hummingbird (9:30-11 p.m.)

Rare Birds will be migrating to Macon from the band’s home base in Atlanta on Friday evening. This band plays a mix of rock and soul music. The Hummingbird will serve a $5 cover at the door for this show.

> The Hummingbird Stage & Taproom: 430 Cherry Street, Macon

MUSIC: Goth Prom MMXXV at Friends on the HILL in Warner Robins (10 p.m.)

DJ B3 and DJ Willie D will perform at this goth-themed prom event at Friends on the HILL. Professional photographer Doug Nernberger will be on hand with a photo booth and the music venue and drinking establishment promises “bat dancing” starting at 10 p.m.

> Friends on the Hill: 104 Westcliff Boulevard, Warner Robins

SATURDAY, June 14th

ART: 567 Center’s The Great Art Hunt (9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.)

Go on a search for 30 different locations of murals and sculptures located around Downtown Macon and help support the 567 Center’s mission of bringing creativity to Middle Georgia during The Great Art Hunt this Saturday. If you can find (and photograph) all 30 locations, you get a chance to win a prize package and the second place winner will receive a $100 gift card for art classes. Tickets cost $40 for an individual and $65 for a team of 2: teams of up to 6 people ($145) are welcome to participate.

> 567 Center for Renewal: 456 First Street, Macon

MUSIC: Party in the Plaza with Fall Line Rambler, Colin Pennington, and Zeke Norris, and Strange Bedfellows in Milledgeville (5-8 p.m.)

Milledgeville Baldwin County Allied Arts invite Middle Georgians to Party in the Plaza this Saturday evening. This family-friendly event will include live music performances from Fall Line Rambler, Colin Pennington, and Zeke Norris as well as an impressive fire performance from Strange Bedfellows. Attendees are invited to bring lawn chairs and friends and family to this free event.

> Black Heritage Plaza: 101 Floyd L. Griffin Jr. St., Milledgeville

Father’s Day BBQ at Harley-Davidson of Macon (10 a.m.-4 p.m.)

Harley-Davidson of Macon will present an event to honor dads this Saturday with a Father’s Day BBQ. Those who bring their dads to this festive celebration will receive a free gift while supplies last, according to the motorcycle dealership.

> Harley-Davidson of Macon: 5000 Mercer University Drive, Macon

Milledgeville-Baldwin Chamber’s Annual Awards Dinner and Gala 2025 at the Magnolia Ballroom (6 p.m.)

People and businesses who make a positive difference in Milledgeville and Baldwin will be honored at the Annual Awards Dinner and Gala 2025 on Saturday night. Magnolia Ballroom is a performance and event venue located in a stately historic building in Milledgeville.

> Magnolia Ballroom: 27 Brooklyn Avenue, Forsyth

MUSIC: Downtown GetDown Concert Series in Eatonton (7-10 p.m.)

Eatonton Main Street invites you to the Eatonton City Center Stage for the Downtown GetDown Concert Series on Saturday. Derrick Dove & The Peacekeepers will perform blues/rock for guests while vendors will be hand as well. Visitors are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, coolers, and dancing shoes for this family-friendly, free event.

> Eatonton City Center Stage: 124 North Jefferson Avenue, Eatonton

MUSIC: SWAIN at Jail Creek Farms Winery in Jeffersonville (7-10 p.m.)

SWAIN will be performing a free concert at Jail Creek Farms Winery this Saturday. SWAIN is an acoustic trio based in Macon and led by singer/songwriter Stephen Swain. There is no cover charge for this event.

> Jail Creek Farms Winery: 1151 Highway 96 West, Jeffersonville

MUSIC: Old Dominion: How Good Is That World Tour at the Atrium Health Amphitheater (7 p.m.)

Old Dominion is a country music band from Nashville and they will be performing at the Atrium Health Amphitheater this Saturday as part of the band’s How Good Is That world tour. General admission lawn tickets currently cost $46.80 and seats currently cost $83.30 on ticketmaster.com.

> Atrium Health Amphitheater: 3657 Eisenhower Parkway, Macon

MUSIC: Jack Shealey Band at The Society Garden (8-10 p.m.)

The Jack Shealey Band will be performing “southern fried indie rock and soul” at The Society Garden on Saturday evening. Lead singer Jack Shealey is a native of the Everglades that plays “southern-swamp” rock music with his band. There will likely be a cover charge at the gate that starts around 7 p.m.

> The Society Garden: 2389 Ingleside Avenue, Macon

MUSIC: Certainly So at Grant’s Lounge (9 p.m.)

The band Certainly So will be performing at historic Grant’s Lounge on Saturday. This band hails from Nashville and plays indie rock music. TIckets cost $10 at the door or online (with fees) at this link.

> Grant’s Lounge: 576 Poplar Street, Macon

MUSIC: Macon Idol Live at The Hummingbird (9:30-11 p.m.)

Macon Idol Live is a unique karaoke event that will host its first elimination round this Saturday at The Hummingbird. Out of 14 contestants, only 9 will continue on to the singing competition’s next round in July. There will be a $5 cover for this event.

> The Hummingbird Stage & Taproom: 430 Cherry Street, Macon

SUNDAY, June 15th

Happy Father’s Day to all Middle Georgia dads!

Piggy Bank Clay Workshop at stARTup Studios (2:30-4:30 p.m.)

Start the good habit of saving money after you mold your own clay piggy bank at stARTup Studios this Sunday. This unique 2-hour-long event is for adults and kids (8 and older). Tickets cost $65 (plus fees) online at this link and includes all materials.

> stARTup Studios: 1055 Riverside Drive, Macon