Weekday Adventures in the Heart of Georgia (5/11-5/14)

Adventurers can enjoy night biking at scenic Dauset Trails or take a tour of some of Macon's fantastic murals during Bike Walk Macon's Macon Mural Cruise, and much more. On Tuesday, Storytellers Macon once again returns to iconic Grant's Lounge for an evening of true stories told by other Middle Georgians. The following are just a few of the engaging, educational (and often free) things to do this week in the heart of Georgia.

Congratulations to Theatre Macon for 40 years of providing quality theater to Middle Georgia (Photographer Nate Weeks)

MONDAY, May 11th

  >> BIKING: Trek Bicycle McDonough’s Mountain Bike Monday: Metal Mayhem Edition at Dauset Trails in Flovilla (7 p.m.)

A unique night biking event will kick off the week when Trek Bicycle McDonough presents Mountain Bike Monday: Metal Mayhem Edition. Bicyclists will face steep ascents, fast ascents, and the possibility that something sinister is peering from the dark woods around them. Bike lights are required to participate in the 10 to 15-mile ride. A $5 parking fee is required (cash only).

    > Dauset Trails’ Indian Springs Trailhead: 181 GA-42, Flovilla

   >> THEATRE: Auditions for “Cheaper by the Dozen” at Warner Robins Little Theatre (7-9 p.m.)

Directors Jessica Polley and Rebekah Stone are looking for 3 adult females, 2 adult males, and 11 children (8 and up) to fill roles in a future production of “Cheaper by the Dozen.” This play focuses on the funny and sweet experiences of a family that has 12 children, and parents who are all about efficiency. This is a cold read audition, and no preparation is necessary, as scripts will be provided.

    > Warner Robins Little Theatre: 501 S. Pleasant Hill Road, Macon

TUESDAY, May 12th

  >> YOGA: Creative Reset: Chair Yoga & Mindful Making at Artspace Macon (1-3 p.m.)

A yogi from Empowering Peace Yoga & Wellness will lead this yoga class designed for “creatives, artists, and desk workers” on Tuesday afternoon. The class is scheduled to begin with chair yoga, followed by mindful creative exercise, according to Empowering Peace Yoga & Wellness. Participants will receive training that they can then use to stay calm and relaxed during hectic workdays. Tickets to Creative Reset cost $35 per person at this link.

    > Artpace Macon: 2378 Ingleside Avenue, Macon

  >> Storytellers Macon presents “Next Week Has Been Exhausting” at Grant’s Lounge in Macon (6:30-8:30 p.m.)

Storytellers Macon’s monthly storytelling events at historic Grant’s Lounge ask Middle Georgian’s if a certain theme has ever popped up for them, and if they are brave enough to stand up and tell the story. The featured storytellers for this storytelling event will be Greta O’Dell and Lisa West of Career Women’s Network (CWN), with special guest host June O’Neal. CWN will meet before the storytelling starting at 6 p.m. Audience members can tell their own true, 5-minute story related to the evening’s theme. Next Week Has Been Exhausting is free and open to the public.

    > Grant’s Lounge: 576 Poplar Street, Macon

Graphic courtesy of Storytellers Macon

WEDNESDAY, May 13th

  >> Rigby’s Skate Lessons at Rigby’s Entertainment Complex in Warner Robins (6:30-7:30 p.m.)

Experienced instructors lead a class to help skaters improve their skills every Wednesday. Skaters can earn 4 levels of certification and become a “Rigby’s Roller Roo.” This class is for students 5 and older. Rigby’s regular skate rates apply to Rigby’s Skate Lessons.

    > Rigby’s Entertainment Complex: 2001 Karl Drive, Warner Robins

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THURSDAY, May 14th

  >> Viewing Party/Book Club Party for “Remarkably Bright Creatures” at The Plaza Arts Center in Eatonton (6 p.m.)

Eatonton home and gift shop Home Again presents a viewing party/book club party to screen a showing of “Remarkably Bright Creatures” this Thursday. The movie being shown is based on a 2022 novel about a widower who forms a fascinating friendship with a giant Pacific octopus. Guests will receive complimentary snacks and drinks, and books will be available before and after the screening. Reserve your free seats for this family-friendly event at this link.

    > The Plaza Arts Center: 305 N. Madison Avenue, Eatonton

  >> Macon Mural Cruise with Bike Walk Macon (6 p.m.)

Grab your helmets and join a part bike ride, part art crawl during Bike Walk Macon’s Macon Mural Cruise on Thursday evening. Bike Walk Macon regularly presents special events to encourage people to get outside and view the city from the seat of a bicycle. After the Macon Mural Cruise, which will stop at a few of Macon’s delightful murals, attendees are invited to gather at Fall Line Brewing Co. for an afterparty. This family-friendly event is free and open to the public.

    > Bike Walk Macon: 830 High Street, Macon

Graphic courtesy of Bike Walk Macon

  >> 90’s Trivia with Jason at Switch Macon (7 p.m.)

Switch Macon is a bar that changes its theme on a regular basis, with its current theme being the 90’s. The bar will have a Theme Grand Opener with 90’s Trivia with Jason this Thursday. Patrons can enjoy Switch Macon’s hot food and fresh drinks, while potentially winning some enviable prizes.

    > Switch Macon: 470 1st Street, Macon

NOTABLE EVENTS THIS WEEKEND:

  >> Friday, May 15th: 3rd Annual Mulberries Jam and Record Release at Vice Bar (6:29-11:59 p.m.): The 3rd annual Mulberries Jam will include a birthday set for Robert Lee Coleman and Dustin Murdock’s birthdays, performances by several local bands, as well as an album release set by Truffelina, a Macon band formed in 2009. (499 MLK Jr. Boulevard, Macon)

>> Saturday, May 16th: Georgia Jug Festival and Old Knoxville Days Festival in Knoxville (7 a.m.-5:30 p.m.): The Georgia Jug Festival includes a pottery sale and auction, a 5k and Fun Run, craft demonstrations, food, music, and other entertainment. Proceeds from these family-friendly events will help benefit the Crawford County Historical Society and the Old Courthouse Restoration project. (970 Ga. Hwy. E., Knoxville)

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