9-23-2021 8:54pm

10 Fun Things to Do in the Valley Area This Weekend

S RENEE GREENE Editor

Relative Sound at The Wing

Friday (9/24) at 8:30PM

Some artists we cover include: Led Zeppelin, ZZ Top, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Bruce Springsteen, Stevie Wonder, Jimi Hendrix, Lynyrd Skynyrd, John Mellencamp, Free, Eddie Money, Tom Petty, Mark Ronson & Bruno Mars, Johnny Cash, Fleetwood Mac, Gary Clark Jr., Pink Floyd, Marcus King, Eric Clapton, Chris Stapleton, The Beatles, Rolling Stones, Neil Young, The Who & more!

WILD WING CAFE

6525 Whittlesey Blvd, Columbus - 706 940 0963

Wild Wing Cafe Columbus has the Best Wings in town! Plus is your HOME to catch a game, check out the latest Live Music, while enjoying a made from scratch meal.

The Springer Opera House presents SHREK THE MUSICAL

Based on the Oscar-winning movie that started it all, SHREK is the hilarious family musical comedy about a big-hearted ogre, a blabbermouth donkey, a feisty princess, and a villain with a short temper Part romance, part fantasy and all heart, SHREK celebrates the values of acceptance, inner beauty, and the miracle of unlikely heroes.

September 24, 25, 30, October 1, 2, 7, 8, and 9 at 7:30 pm and September 26, October 3 and 10 at 2:30pm

Presented in Emily Woodruff Hall (main stage) at the Springer Opera House, 103 10th Street, Columbus.

Tickets are on sale now at springeroperahouse.org or by calling 706-327-3688.

Book and Lyrics by David Lindsay-Abaire and music by Jeanine Tesori

9:30 AM - Coffee & Conversation

Banks Food Hall, 1002 Bay Avenue, Columbus

Join us for our monthly coffee and conversation gatherings!

We will be meeting at Banks Food Hall in the outside covered patio area between the buildings.
Feel free to bring your own coffee and snack or purchase one from the coffee shop inside.
This event is open to all military spouses regardless of deployment status. Kid-Friendly (we will have ours) and the area is big enough for the kids to play.

801 Front Avenue, Columbus

September 25, 2021, The Columbus Police Department is joining forces with Fort Benning Harley-Davidson for The River City Motorcycle Rodeo, a fundraising event for the Georgia Special Olympics!

Our Goal is to raise $30,000 for our cause. Think you have what it takes? We are inviting the entire Motorcycle Community, Law Enforcement, Veterans, Civilians for a day of good, old fashioned games and competition. Who will be crowned the Motorcycle Champion? Could it be you?

Pre-Registration Opens JUNE 1, 2021 - Thursday, September 24, 2021. $50.00
BUY TICKETS HERE

FINAL Registration begins Friday, September 124 @Fort Benning Harley-Davidson. 10 AM - 3 PM $65.00

Registration allows you to participate in our motorcycle rodeo, you will also be asked for your t-shirt size for your competition t-shirt.

*Friday, September 24, We are inviting all registered riders to our Meet & Greet that will be held from 6 PM - 9 PM, Food & Beverages will be provided.

Saturday, September 25, Rider check-in begins from 8 AM-11 AM.

All riders must check-in to sign their release forms and receive their competition T-Shirts.
**ALL TICKETS ARE NONREFUNDABLE**
Registration costs will be directly donated to GA Special Olympics
**If you would like to be a sponsor, please contact the dealership directly!

FORT BENNING HARLEY DAVIDSON, 3230 Williams Rd, Columbus - 706.324.4294

Chattahoochee Brewing Stage at River Falls, 505 13th St., Phenix City, AL
Cutbait on the Banks Music Series second installment features Jake Carroll and Rowdy for a Rowdy good time. (334) 559-0663

Oxbow Meadows Environmental Learning Center at Columbus State University
3535 South Lumpkin Rd, Columbus
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 25 - Nature Nuggets: Seedlings
10:00am-11:00am
$5 per participating child
Learn where trees, flowers, and plants start their life with seed explorations.
Mad Scientist Show
11:30am-12:30pm
$5 per person
Have your mind blown with one of Oxbow’s mad scientist and experience the magic of science!
Forest Frenzy
1:00pm-2:00pm
$5 per participating child
Do you have what it takes to investigate the diversity of the forest?

Program Policies: All programs will meet at the binocular station.
Tickets should be reserved in advance.
We can not guarantee entry without prior reservations.

Please visit oxbow.columbusstate.edu to reserve your spot.
All groups of more than 10 participants require reservations.

Some programs may be cancelled due to weather, please check our website for current information and additional information about Oxbow. Adult supervision is required at all times during programs. Drop offs are not allowed. All programs are subject to change.

For information on our most updated COVID-19 protocols please visit oxbow.columbusstate.edu
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For group reservations of 10 or more people contact our Education Manager, Dr. Lauren Johnson at johnson_lauren1@columbusstat.edu. Ask us about custom and private programming options.
706 507 8550

Event by Southern Lovin' Junkin' Show Columbus, Georgia Convention & Trade Center
801 Front Avenue, Columbus' CONTACT: southernjunkinshow@gmail.com or 706-327-4522

Kick off FALL with us and help support your LOCAL Columbus!
Our Local Mini Market is Saturday, September 25th 10am-5pm!

What will be there?
Come shop with over 80 local vendors
Watch Football live
Listen to live music at NOON!
& have great family fun!

You can expect the day to be filled with Local Artists, Farmer’s Market, Boutiques, Antiques, Live Music and so much fall fun! We are excited for our continued partnership with Uptown Columbus and #MarketDaysonBroadway in creating an amazing fall time event here in Columbus!

Tickets will be available at the door!

Twin Cedars Youth and Family Services, Inc.
PowerHouse / Tickets Here
(706) 829-4042

We invite you to join us on Saturday, September 25, 2021 for Dinner on the River to benefit the Anne Elizabeth Shepherd Home!

This outdoor & safety-conscious event will be held at the beautiful historic Eagle & Phenix PowerHouse, overlooking the Chattahoochee River rapids and the wide historic Columbus skyline.

Along with the riverfront view, the night will feature live music from the The Shelby Brothers band, delicious food catered by Bryant Walker of Wicked Hen and Stock Market: Dueling Kitchens, and plenty of space to spread out and dance with your favorite dance partner.

Together, we can enjoy a responsible evening outside for a great purpose, which is to ensure that the thirty-five girls who live at the AESH have as many opportunities for a joyful childhood as our own children have.

For tickets or to sponsor this event: visit http://weblink.donorperfect.com/dor2021
We hope you will consider this opportunity to join us in providing healing and hope to these young women who have been through so much.

SUNDAY, in Lagrange ... just 45 minutes north of Columbus!

Time for a Sweet Ol' Timey Sunday Drive to NUTWOOD WINERY

Nutwood Winery's Music in the Vineyard

1339 Upper Big Springs Rd, Lagrange, GA 30241

Tickets · $15
www.eventbrite.com/e/169537050883

Nutwood Winery's Music in the Vineyard
featuring SWEET TEA TRIO, BEAUTIFUL BOBBY BLACKMON, and SASHA HURTADO

Proudly presented by KIA of LaGrange & Mallory Agency
Join us for an exciting open-air concert experience among the vineyards of Nutwood Winery.

Stroll through the grounds and enjoy shopping at our Crafts Vendors, grab something to eat from one of the Food Trucks and don't miss out on trying our famous Wine Slushies! We'll also be serving beer & wine along with non-alcoholic options.

Tickets for this event are $15 Advance or $20 at the Door for ages 13 and up. Kids 12 and under are free. No re-entry.

Parking opens at 1pm. Doors open for entry at 1:30pm. Performances start at 2pm.
Parking is free but may be limited, so come early to avoid the crowds.

Small folding chairs & blankets for lawn seating are allowed.

No outside food or drinks, and large bags are prohibited. No professional audio or video recording. Smoking allowed in outdoor designated areas only, please.

You must be 21 or older to purchase & consume alcohol, and IDs are required.

This is a Rain or Shine event.