Monday, February 21, 2011

From the Free to the Extravagant

The Golden Bough, an independent bookstore in downtown Macon, regularly brings bands to their store for concerts in an unusual, intimate setting. This Friday night The Black Lilies, an Americana group, will be performing from 10:30 pm to 12:30 am. The cost is $5. If you're a book lover, you definitely should drop by the store Tuesday through Saturday from noon to 7 pm to check out their selection of new and used books, including a special section of local books. If they don't have a book in stock, they're happy to order it for you. Their specialty is finding hard-to-find books.

On Saturday morning, you can get your fitness fix for free in Warner Robins at Fort Valley State University's Warner Robins campus. They offer yoga classes every two weeks. The class runs from 9 to 11 am.

Saturday night, Cox Capitol Theater presents Popovich: Comedy Pet Theater. With a mix of comedy, juggling, acrobatics, and over 30 performing cats and dogs, the show's sure to entertain all ages. The show starts at 7:30. Tickets start at $22.50 for adults, $17.50 for children.

On Sunday night, the magazine Macon Food & Culture presents their 5th Annual FOODIE! Award Show at the Grand Opera House. The awards are given to honor the best local independent restaurants, ranging from the most expensive fine dining establishments to the best pizza places and barbecue joints. The show includes an opportunity to sample foods from some of Macon's great restaurants, as well as entertainment by the presenting local celebrities. Tickets are $25. Get yours soon, they're sure to sell out. If you want to party with a really fun group of people, get a ticket to the after party at the Library Ballroom. For $10, you'll get a fabulous breakfast buffet, DJ Old Flame, and a cash bar. You can get tickets from the Grand Opera House.

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