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by BRAD EVANS

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wasn’t surprised when I heard the news that the Georgia Music Hall of Fame was gone. But that doesn’t mean it didn’t suck. I didn’t really believe that a group formed in just a few months could suddenly make the thing self-sustainable, because Museums just aren’t selfsustainable. And yeah, I get it, even without a big ole building to showcase our history and our heritage here, Macon, Georgia remains an important part of this world when it comes to music. But with the Hall of Fame departing, it tells us yet again that for this town to work we all have to not only believe in it, but work for it. We still moan about letting the Macon Braves slip away because we didn’t want to pay for some improvements to one of the coolest old ball fields in the country. But it remains to be seen if we’ll show up at the same ball field for the Macon Pinetopper’s season beginning there the end of this

month. The Capitol Theatre, the best music venue in our region by a long shot, has to scramble to pay it’s bills each month, not because it isn’t run right, but because it hasn’t been able to count on us as a community to attend it’s events or to cut a check when we have the extra scratch to help keep it afloat. You see that big yellow building at the end of Cherry Street where the Tubman Museum is supposed to go? It will need a few million to get there. Will even a few bucks come from you? If we all decided to give a little, we’d get back a whole lot. I wonder a lot, and it’s scary, where we’d be if it weren’t for the Peyton Anderson Foundation or the Knight Foundation. There is nothing we can do about the Hall of Fame leaving town except gripe, but there are plenty more good things going on here that we can get involved with to help make our city better. Choose a couple and get to work.

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Currently, there are three awesome auctions going on right now in Middle Georgia. A $100 raffle ticket could win you a million dollar dream home (or $500,000 cash), a new car (or $30,000 cash), or a one in 400 chance of winning $10,000. All are for a good cause, now are you feeling lucky?

GRAND PRIZE Million dollar dream home in Gray, GA or $500,000 cash. Also a chance at winning a Chevy Cruze and $2000 from Ken’s Stereo Junction. DRAWING HELD Drawing held 1pm, June 18th at The Family Investment Center, 905 Main St. BENEFICIARY Raffle proceeds will benefit the Motivating Youth Foundation, helping at-risk youth graduate from high school and positive character building. CONTACT Purchase your ticket online at 100dollardreamhome.com or call (478) 284-5749 for more information about MoYo Foundation.

GRAND PRIZE Hit the jackpot and $10,000 cash! Only 400 tickets will be sold. DRAWING HELD Friday, June 17th with a silent auction and event at Terminal Station BENEFICIARY Halluva Auction to benefit the Sports Hall of Fame, Cherry Blossom Fest and Newtown Macon CONTACT Buy your tickets at NewTown Macon's office located at 479 Cherry Street in downtown Macon, Georgia. Call Jessica Barth at 478-722-9909 for more details.

GRAND PRIZE The first place Grand Prize winner will get $30,000 or a choice of one of eight different vehicles DRAWING HELD The Museum of Aviation Foundation will hold its 26th Annual Auction and Raffle July 16 with a Taste of Local Cuisine. BENEFICIARY The Museum of Aviation, Warner Robins CONTACT Those who buy tickets early will have a chance to win one of seven pre-raffle bonuses and still qualify for the big cash prizes on July 16. Purchase tickets online, www.museumofaviation.org

6/11 MACON DRAGON BOAT RACE

ow often do you get to race a dragon? Well thanks to the Big Brothers and Big Sisters Foundation, we folks in middle Georgia get to try it out once a year. Festooned to resemble the most dangerous mythical creature ever, boats gather on Lake Tobosofkee’s Sandy Beach and take off to raise money for this great organization. These sleek, ornately designed boats are each 40-ft long and under 4-ft. in width. Each comes with a drum to provide the rhythm for the paddlers as well as a coach. Teams of 22 people from

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I’ve never watched American Idol, but The Voice has me tuning in every week. I think its just because it’s fun to watch Cee-Lo, but I don’t even flip during the commercials these days. Alongside Treme and Nurse Jackie, and with True Blood on deck, I can finally say I watch a lot of TV proudly. If you’re one of those people who boast about not having time, you should look into the DVR. Technology it’s awesome because it works. Just got back from The Hangout Fest in the cockstrong state of Alabama. I saw My Morning Jacket, Grace Potter and the Nocturnals, Warren Haynes, The Avett Brothers, Motorhead, and the Flaming Lips, with brief glimpses of Bassnectar. It was really hot and really crowded,

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all over the Middle Georgia area have come together to make this event a success in the past, and if you’re not a paddler, believe me you won’t see anything else like it all year long, in or out of the water. For more information on forming a team, donating to the cause or volunteering, visit macondragonboats.org. Don’t miss the Heart of Georgia Dragon Boat Festival! Pledge money raised by participants directly supports Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Heart of Georgia. For more information call 478-745-3984.

but the tunes rocked, I’m just getting old. Musicwise I’ve bought Death Cab for Cutie’s new album, Codes and Keys and I’ve sampled from

Cults ‘Cults’, as well as Low, and some Marvin Gaye and Wayne Cochran. I’ve been reading In Cold Blood, by Truman Capote, In the Garden of

Beasts by Erik Larson, and Smokin with Myron Mixon, by the BBQ master himself. I want to get Thank You Notes, by Jimmy Fallon. “Thank you , Hankerchiefs, for saying ‘I blow my nose into a tiny pillowcase in my Pocket’. It’s maybe my favorite sketch on TV. The greatest youtube video I’ve seen in ages belongs to the Ottoman Humpers. Look it up and get prepared to be appalled. The greatest headline I’ve seen lately was actually on local news site 13wmaz. It read Thor Hammers Bridesmaids at the Box Office. I didn’t see Bridesmaids, but Thor was fun as hell to watch. Yes, I’m excited about Captain America, The Green Lantern and X-Men First Class, more than I am the Hangover II, what’s it too you?

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Fri June 3 This day in history: (1965) One hundred and

ONGOING

20 miles above the earth, Major Edward H. White II opens the hatch of the Gemini 4 and steps out of the capsule, becoming the first American astronaut to walk in space.

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New Macon Co-Ed Book Club: Looking for a hobby? Love to read? Want to make new friends? The new macon co-ed book club is just what you are looking for. For more information please call 912-227-4212.

"Under 30, Under $100" Exhibit in The Gallery at Macon Arts Alliance. Recent works by artists age 30 & under, priced under $100: Ellen Banas, Maria Dondero, Nigel Esser, Heather Ivey-Sutterfield, and Kenneth Shearer. First Friday Opening Reception, June 3, 5 to 8 p.m. Free. Exhibit continues Tuesday – Friday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free. 478.743.6940. 486 First St.

"Figures" Exhibit at Middle Georgia Art Association. Thru June 10. Free and open to the public. Exhibit continues Tuesday - Friday, Noon 5 p.m. Saturday, Noon - 3 p.m. 478.744.9557. MiddleGeorgiaArt.org. 2330 Ingleside Ave. Macon Arts Gallery "5X" Photography Exhibit in The Gallery at Macon Arts Alliance. Recent works by Grant Blankenship, Doug Nurnberger, David Veal, Michael Williams, and Will Zachary. The Gallery is open Tuesday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission is always free. For more info call 478.743.6940. 486 First St.

First Friday Art Gallery Hop in Downtown Macon. Free admission and new art exhibits at all venues. 5 to 8 p.m. - The Gallery at Macon Arts Alliance, 486 First St. 6 to 8 p.m. The 567 Gallery, 533 Cherry St. 6:30 - 10 p.m. La Galerie, 391 Second St. 7 - 10 p.m. Contemporary Arts Exchange, 590 Mulberry St. Free. 478.743.6940. MaconArts.org. 486 First St.

May 21 - October 31 – 55th Anniversary of Museum of Arts & Sciences: Selections from the Permanent Collection. Tuesday - Saturday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sunday, 1 - 5 p.m.. Admission $4 - $8. 478.477.3232. MASMacon.com. 4182 Forsyth Rd.

Sat June 4 This day in history: (1989) Tiananmen Square

massacre takes place, killing and arresting thousands of pro-democracy protesters.

The Big House presents Randall Bramblett & Geoff Achison Band at The Douglass Theatre. Featuring Yonrico Scott & Ted Pecchio. 7 p.m. Tickets 478.742.2000. 355 ML King Jr. Blvd.

Thur June 9 This day in history: (1989) Tiananmen Square

massacre takes place, killing and arresting thousands of pro-democracy protesters.

Theatre Macon presents ‘Pump Boys and Dinettes at Cox Capitol Theatre Dinner begins 6:00 p.m. / Show at 7:30 p.m. Admission is $38, and includes Dinner.Pump Boys and Dinettes is a mixture of country, rock, gospel, wester-swing and folk music, and has received critical acclaim in theatres across the country. Don’t miss this wonderful show at the Cox Capitol Theatre. June 9-11, 16-18 and 23-24. Dinner Menu, served “Buffet Style.” For reservations call 257-6391.

Fri June 10 This day in history: (1752) Benjamin Franklin

flies a kite during a thunderstorm and collects a charge in a Leyden jar.

"Disney's Beauty & the Beast, Jr." at Macon Little Theatre. Academy of the Performing Arts production from kid’s camp. Friday & Saturday, 7:30 p.m. Saturday & Sunday, 2:30 p.m. $5 - $10 at the door. 478.471.PLAY. 4220 Forsyth Rd. June 10-12

Sat June 11 This day in history: (1979) John Wayne dies

at age 72.

Macon Dragon Boat Races. Teams raise money to support Big Brothers Big Sisters, 40 foot canoes adorned with dragon’s head and tail will sail along Lake Tobesofkee. Form a team, participate, donate, plan to come and watch the action! Food and fun for the entire family. For more information visit Macondragonboats.org

Sun June 12 This day in history: (1987) Reagan challenges

Gorbachev to tear down the Berlin Wall.

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owntown Macon celebrates Fridays each week with Friday Fest. The streets of downtown Macon are alive with music, art, and great food every Friday of the year. There are activities for everyone from children and families to students and adults. Downtown merchants keep their doors open later each Friday with art galleries openings, dinner specials, family events and the like. They have specials, sales and exhibits to showcase the season’s latest and greatest merchandise and trends. In Third Street Park, an outdoor venue in the heart of downtown, you’ll find live entertainment each week such as drum circles and children’s dance performances, to up-and-coming artists, to Macon’s favorite local celebrities; Third Street Park offers a variety of entertainment for all ages.

Art Openings:

• Macon Arts presents "Under 30, Under $100" features works by Macon’s young, up and coming artists. Opening reception 5 to 8 p.m. where you may meet the artists and enjoy complimentary wine and light hors d'oeuvres. • Contemporary Arts Exchange houses over 30 local artists in a modern, loft style atmosphere, 6-10pm! The CAE is located at 590 Mulberry Street, upstairs. • La Galerie is an art gallery across from the Cox Capitol Theatre open each Friday from 6:30 pm until 10 pm or later.

Live Music:

• First Friday at the Hummingbird, Live music with Allman Brothers tribute band, Soulshine. MagTard CD release show at Contemporary Arts Exchange. The Rookery will host local rockers, Back City Woods. The historic Grant’s Lounge will feature The Lee Boys, masters of Sacred Steel. • Live music outside in Third Street Park with “The Doves” – a duo that covers the gamut from “alternative” originals to folk/rock, to blues, to a provocatively eclectic mix of covers.

Tues June 14 This day in history: (1885) The Statue of

Liberty, a gift of friendship from the people of France arrives in New York.

The 2nd Tuesday Rock 'n Roll Picture Show presents... STRANGE POWERS: Stephin Merritt and the Magnetic Fields. Ten years in the making, Strange Powers is an intimate documentary portrait of songwriter Stephin Merritt and his band the Magnetic Fields. Cox Capitol Theatre, Cost: $5 (only $3 when you wear a music related shirt) Doors 6:30 p.m./Film 7:30 p.m.

Macon Film Guild Screening at The Douglass Theatre. Film TBA. Shows at 2, 4:30 and 7:30 p.m. Discussion following 4:30 show. Tickets $5. 478.742.2000. MaconFilmGuild.org. 355 M.L. King Jr. Blvd.

Second Sunday at Sunset: The Grapevine at Washington Park. Free, outdoor concert presented by College Hill Alliance and all-ages art activity presented by Macon Arts Alliance. 7-9 p.m. 478.301.5008. CollegeHillMacon.com. College St. at Magnolia St. SECOND SUNDAY NOW AT SUNSET

Thur June 16 This day in history: (1884) first roller coaster

in America opens at Coney Island, it traveled approximately six miles per hour and cost a nickel to ride.

Third Thursday Party in Mercer Village. Live music and fun at a free street party-style event hosted by College Hill. 6 to 9 p.m. 478.301.2008. CollegeHillMacon.com. Montpelier Ave. at Coleman Ave.

Fri June 17 This day in history: (1885) The Statue of

Liberty, a gift of friendship from the people of France arrives in New York.

Halluva Auction for Georgia Sports Hall of Fame at the Terminal Station. Silent and live auctions, raffle, live music, food, etc. Tickets free with purchase of raffle ticket or $5 at the door. 478.722.9909. HalluvaAuction.com. 200 Cherry St.

“The Honky Tonk Angels” at Macon Little Theatre. Revival of popular production.

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Open gallery exhibits at Contemporary Arts Exchange. Resident and guest artist exhibits every First Friday, 7 - 10 p.m. MySpace.com/CAEMacon. 2nd Floor, 590 Mulberry St.

La Galerie is an art gallery across from the Cox Capitol Theatre open each Friday from 6:30-10 pm or later. 391 Second St, Downtown Macon. Art on the Avenue Fine Art Gallery presents "Celebrating Life" a group show featuring the new artwork by all of the gallery's artists including selected works by the students of Debbie Anderson. 2368 Ingleside Ave, 478-743-3720

Steve Penley exhibit at Georgia Music Hall of Fame. Macon native artist’s portraits of Macon-related artists. September 9 – July 11 Monday – Saturday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sunday, 1 – 4 p.m. $3 - $8. 478.751.3334. 200 M.L. King, Jr. Blvd. May 3 - 28 - Dark Roses and Black Crepe: 18th & 19th Century Funeral Customs at Cannonball House. Included with admission, $3 to $6. Monday Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 478.745.5982. CannonballHouse.org. 856 Mulberry St.

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City Market on the Green, 9am - 1pm. Every Saturday morning in Poplar Street Park, middle Georgia merchants, craftsmen and artisans set up booths of locally grown produce, plants, delicious bakery items, art, crafts and more! Wesleyan Market every second Saturday 9am - 1pm. Held monthly, this fun community event features a variety of locally grown and produced items ranging from flowers and organic fruits and vegetables to baked goods. Music, fun & educational events also offered. Free and open to the public. (478) 757-5233. Mulberry Market every Wednesday. 4:30-7pm. The Mulberry Street Market is part of the Macon Main Street Program's efforts to bring life and business to Downtown Macon, and is directed by vendors dedicated to the people of Macon. Find a variety of all things fresh and local, from honey to breads, seasonal vegetables to grass-fed beef.

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Museum of Arts & Sciences. Tuesday – Saturday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sunday, 1 – 5 p.m. $4 - $8. Free for students & Bibb Co. residents the last Friday of each month, 5 – 8 p.m. 477.3232. 4182 Forsyth Rd. Georgia Children’s Museum: Tuesday – Saturday 10:30 -5:30, $4 per person, 2 and under free. Free admission on Tuesdays from 10:30 -1:30 for City of Macon residents and First Fridays from 5:30-8:30. The Allman Brothers Band Museum / The Big House. Call for hours. 478.741.5551. TheBigHouseMuseum.org. 2321 Vineville Ave.

Georgia Music Hall of Fame 9am-5pm Mon-Sat, 1pm-5pm Sun. 1-888-GA-ROCKS. $8/$3.50.

Georgia Sports Hall of Fame 9am-5pm Mon-Sat, 1pm-5pm Sun. Admission $8, children 4-16 $3.50.

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COMMUNITY | by steve nite

HAITIAN HOPE, A PARTNERSHIP

n 2006 the first Haitian Hope team from St. Francis Episcopal Church in Macon, GA visited Trouin, Haiti (25 miles SW of Port-au-Prince). Seen were many children who walked to school without bringing lunch because there was no food. There was no kitchen at the school, yet a hot lunch program was desperately needed. Funds were raised, a kichen was built and then we started raising money for food, our first steps in supporting the school. Since the earthquake we have begun repairing the kitchen and responded to the increased need for food. Almost 50% of the Haitian population cannot read or write. Unemployment was 60% before the disaster. Life expectancy was less than 53 years. The statistics are more bleak now especially for a small mountain village like Trouin. Education nd literacy mean freedom and hope. We are striving to provide better educational opportunities there so thatthe people of Trouin might become more selfreliant and able to rise above the extreme poverty that has been their plight. Because Haitian Hope had established and maintained relationships with reliable people, Haitian Hope was able to respond and deliver help to the people in Trouin only days after the disastrous 2010 earthquake. Our success stems from our long standing connections on the ground there. Since the earthquake we have responded to

One school uniform is $15, lunch for one child for the year is $45, shoes for ten children are $125, school supplies for 250 children is $500, $1000 pays a teacher for a year. the immediate needs of peple while at the same time charting a course for the rebuilding and recovery of the complete mission effort. We have a good track record and that is why Haitian Hope is a good way to help the people of Haiti. Haitian Hope has no paid staff. That means 100% of our donations go to help the Haitian people. These monies fun the school lunch program, teacher training and salaris, uniforms and shoes, school supplies, support for leaders, teachers and students, crisis aid and more. All projects are mutually agreed upon by St. Marc's School in Trouin and St. Francis Church in

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Macon. Volunteers from St. Francis coordinate with Bishop Duracin of te Diocese of Haiti and leaders of the school. We work wth partnes like Trinity Church of Washington, VA and St. James Church of Leesburg, Va and Church of the Holy Family of Jasper, GA. One school uniform is $15, lunch for one child for the year is $45, shoes for ten children are $125, school supplies for 250 children is $500, $1000 pays a teacher for a year. With your help we can provide a hot lunch for students and basic school supplies in a land where there is not adequate

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Museum of Aviation Volunteer draws the raffle ticket purchased by Joe Black of Kathleen, Georgia making him the winner of a $250 restaurant gift card. Mr. Black is the winner of the fourth Museum of Aviation Foundation PreRaffle Bonus Drawing held yesterday afternoon (June 1). His ticket will go back into the pot for all future drawings and the big Grand Prize drawing on July 16th. The next Pre-Raffle Drawing will be held on June 15th, for a $250 gasoline gift card. The remaining pre-raffle bonus drawings will be: June 29 – Apple iPad July 13 – $250 restaurant gift card

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NIGHTLIFE | the city’s best bets when the sun goes down

THE URBAN EXPLORER STAYCATION IDEAS #1 BY SEAN PRITCHARD

ummer is upon us, once again. I've lived all around the country and I have to say that Summer starts earlier in Macon than any of the other town I've called home. Over the past twelve years I have been here, I've learned there's not much that you can do to combat the Georgia sun other then to either stay inside Youtubing your brain numb or some similar activity, or to simply suck it up and get outside. In more recent years I have come to prefer the latter. Though I try to not drive when I'm in Macon, it's a bit tough to ride bikes more then 15-20 miles in this heat. With gas prices at nearly four dollars a gallon, my options of local outdoor fun are a bit limited, but there's still plenty to work with if you can be open minded. The first place I usually start each Summer is at one of Macon's many local auto tire shops for an inner tube. They'll gladly inflate them for you and they don't cost much at all. From there, whatever crew has assembled with me will head to Kroger and pick up our river expedition essentials: beer, ice, zip lock bags (keep your stuff dry), sunscreen, some sort of snacking foods, more beer, and more ice. If you buy an extra tube, you can put a cooler in the middle of it, load it with your goods, and you've got a floating fridge. Aside from the fact that we usually wind up looking like a band of redneck river-rats, this is probably the most effective way to enjoy a river float. From there, we'll head up Riverside Dr until we get to either Dame's Ferry or the Juliette Dam depending on the time we have. There are signs all along Riverside that will direct you to your chosen destination. Juliette to Pope's can take six to seven hours easily and Dame's to Pope's is around four to five hours. What this means is that you need to wake up early and get on the river by 11:00AM or Noon, so that you make it back to town in time to get cleaned up and ready

for the night to come. So far, if you've carpooled and shared expenses, you're at less then fifteen dollars per person. There's a bit of a misconception that Macon slows down during the Summer but it's quite the opposite. In the next few weeks, I plan on doing the following and I'm only recommending them because I think you'll have fun as well: Art Openings on First Friday, Modern Skirts with Winter Sounds and Joel Hamilton at The Rookery on June 10th, heading out to Smiley's Flea Market and Summit's Chase in Warner Robins to see what can be found, at least three other great shows that I'm aware of at The 567, Rookery, Golden Bough, and Hummingbird and visits to the Indian Mounds, River Walk, Rose Hill Cemetery and High Falls State Park in Forsyth. If you do feel like traveling and you have it in your budget, I recommend that you stay within an hour of Macon. Some of the most beautiful sites in Georgia are all in the central part of the state. If you haven't traveled much around the area, I think you'll be surprised what small towns like Madison, Jackson, Monticello, and Thomaston have to offer. Awesome state parks, well preserved historic districts, and some of the most peculiar downhome shops around. You don't have to break the bank to have a good time around here. Try something new, make a new friend, visit a part of Middle Georgia that you've never been to, and most importunity remember that ultimately you are responsible for your own happiness.Macon really has some progressive things going on right now and I'm very thankful to be a part of it. I could go on and on about the people and groups that are active around town but I think it's for the best if you just find out for yourself.

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As downtown characters go, Danny Davis is easy to spot. He’s always wearing that now infamous captain’s hat....

LISTEN UP TO THE CAPTAIN JuBee and The Morning after is a super-band made up of some of the most talented artists in Georgia.. The Morning After includes the one and only Jubee, one half of the infamous Hip Hop Duo, City Council, the drummer, Alex Scarborough; and the bassist/vocalist, Danny Davis. Danny Davis is a native of Bonaire, GA. He grew up surrounded by the arts, taking interest in music, theatre, and dance at a young age. Danny later attended Idyllwild Arts Academy in California, where he intensively studied the fore mentioned disciplines. Danny also records and produces local artists from his home studio as well as providing his services as a studio musician. He has shared the stage and studio with some of the South's best talent including members of Atlanta Rhythm Section, Marshall Tucker Band, and Wet Willie. Now listen up to the guy who always seems to be wearing a captain’s hat, Danny Davis. Name a song you've listened to in the past 24 hours? "I Can't Go for That" by Daryl Hall and Chromeo... This version of the song makes me happier than sex. What was the first album you bought with your own money? The debut, self-titled album from Savage Garden, that's right, Savage Garden.

Whose band t-shirt do you wear proudly? The Raconteurs, from the Consolers of The Lonely tour. Who would we be surprised to learn is in your music collection? The entire Iced Earth discography. I like to get my metal on every now and again. Recommend a band our readers must hear now? The Magic Numbers, a British Soul/R&B/Rock outfit with four members who all look like Alex Scarborough. What’s your favorite local happy hour spot? For Me, The 'Bird is always the word (The Hummingbird). I'm a Crown and Coke drinker. Favorite local independent restaurant? The Rookery has great staff, chefs, and bartenders. I eat The Captain's Taste of The Orient Chicken Sandwich. It's a little concoction of mine they like to put on special every once in a while. Always with Battered Fries.

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Steve Livingston Wild Wing Cafe

FRI 6/3

Big Elk Trio 20’s Pub, Riverside Drive

MagTard CD Release Contemporary Arts Exch. Sugar Creek Billy’s Clubhouse

The Lee Boys Grant’s Lounge

Soulshine The Hummingbird

Back City Woods The Rookery

Tim Mcnary Band The Shamrock Matt Pippen Wild Wing Cafe

SAT 6/4

Free Lance Ruckus Billy’s Clubhouse Randall Bramblett Douglass Theatre, $20 Planet Retro The Hummingbird Andy Bilinsky The Rookery Keith & JP The Shamrock

Stoopgrass Wild Wing Cafe

SUN 6/5

Open Mic Locos Grill & Pub

Jazz Brunch with Walton/Andrews Project The Rookery Scott Pallot Wild Wing Cafe

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SUN 6/12

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Jazz Brunch with Walton/Andrews Project The Rookery

Matt Moncrief 20’s Pub, Riverside Drive Jim Cable Johnny’s Pizzeria

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Rea Rea and Calvin Backporch Lounge

Matt Pippen Wild Wing Cafe, 8:30pm

THUR 6/9 Open Mic Billy’s Clubhouse

Open Mic Locos Grill & Pub

Scott Sanders Wild Wing Cafe

MON 6/13

Jeremy Johnson 20’s Pub, Riverside Drive

TUES 6/14

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Scott Little Wild Wing Cafe

Locals’ Showcase The Hummingbird

FRI 6/10

WED 6/15

Keith Williams 20’s Pub, Riverside Drive Ransom Billy’s Clubhouse

Tim Lee 3 The Hummingbird

The Modern Skirts The Rookery John Meyer Band The Shamrock

Free Lance Ruckus Wild Wing Cafe

SAT 6/11

Shane Couillard Billy’s Clubhouse

Big Mike & Booty Papas The Hummingbird Wild Cat Do The Rookery tba The Shamrock

Scott Walker Band Wild Wing Cafe

Rea Rea and Calvin Backporch Lounge

Matt Pippen Wild Wing Cafe, 8:30pm

THUR 6/16 Jeff Hilyer Wild Wing Cafe

FRI 6/17

Sirius Glory & the Soul Shakers 20’s Pub, Riverside Drive 40 Daze Billy’s Clubhouse

Great White Lion Snake The Hummingbird Session Band Rivalry’s Sports Bar Matt Moncrief The Rookery

Eric Gant Band Wild Wing Cafe

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Happy hour til 9pm, jam & rehearse 7-10pm, 20’s Pub

$1 PBR, Natty, High Life, $5 Domestic Pitchers, Locos

Daily Happy Hour; 4-7pm. 241 drafts, house wine and well drinks Guiseppi’s Pizza 2-4-1 wells and $2 Domestics until 8pm CJ’s Sports Bar $1 Wells all night, The Bird Happy Hour open to close Rivalry’s Sports Bar

1/2 off salads! $2 house vodka Wild Wing Cafe

Service Industry Night 6PM-Close: 2 for $10 Jager Bombs; $3 House Margaritas; $3 3 Olives Vodka; $2 select Pints Macon Mellow BOGO drafts & house wine Kem’s/Holiday Inn N.

TUESDAYS

Trivia: $1.50 PBR Pints, $4.50 Pitchers, $2 Blue Moon & Yuengling Macon Mellow

$1 PBR, Natty lite and High Life, Locos $8 bottomless mugs HL, PBR, $5 carbombs, $3 Guinness The Hummingbird

2 for Tues- buy 8 wings and get 8 free! $2 domestic drafts Wild Wing

2-4-1 drafts Johnny’s Pizzeria

WEDNESDAYS

Country Fried Weds- $1.50 natty lites, $2 bud & bud LT drafts, $4 rodeo bombs and country fried chicken wings Wild Wing Cafe BOGO Whiskey, 1/2 price wine Kem’s/Holiday Inn N.

$1 PBR, Natty lite and High Life Locos

8-9pm: Free cocktails and Miller High Life Draft, Kaos Macon

Ladies night, free wells for the gals The Hummingbird Hippy Chick Night 6PM-Close: $1.50 House Wine & $4.50 Jager Mellow Mushroom $5.99 Pitchers - Trivia Johnny’s Pizzeria

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THURSDAYS

The Rookery 11-1am: $2 Bud Lt bottles, $4.50 well doubles, and 2 for 1 Jager.

$1.99 drafts, Johnny’s Pizzeria BJ Billiards, $3 wells and $2 domestics, shots

45¢ wings, BOGO drafts, $2 mart. Kem’s/Holiday Inn N. Ladies Night: 20’s Pub

Gals, $2 drinks all night Rivalry’s Beer pong: $2 pitchers for teams, $1.50 wine for ladies, $3 wells, $3 Ritas Macon Mellow Taco Rita Nite- $2 tacos, $3 margaritas, $6 Megaritas, $4 Irish Bombs Wild Wing $4 Jager Bombs! Locos

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$2 pints of Mellow Blonde, $2.25 PBR Tall Boys Mellow Macon BOGO house wine, $5 Pitchers Kem’s/Holiday Inn N.

The Rookery 11-1am: $2 BL bottles, $4.50 well doubles, $3 Sex on the Beach and 2 for 1 Jager. Everyday, Miller Lite buckets just $12! Wild Wing

SATURDAYS

$1 PBR, Natty lite and High Life, Locos $10 Beer Buckets, 20’s Pub $2 pints, $3 wells, $3 Ritas Mellow Macon

$4 Firefly cocktails, $3 20oz. domestics Wild Wing Cafe

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$10 beer buckets, 20’s Pub

$7.99 Beer buckets Giuseppi’s $3 Wells, Ritas & $2 select pints Macon Mellow

Live acoustic on patio, 6:309:30pm. $2.50 Miller Lt & Coors Lt Bottles $3 Bloody Marys Wild Wing Cafe Lady’s Hour 7:30-8:30pm. Gals enjoy $1 Wells/Domestics BJ’s Billiards

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The Lee Boys are one of America's finest AfricanAmerican sacred steel ensembles. This family group consists of three brothers, Alvin Lee (guitar), Derrick Lee and Keith Lee (vocals) along with their three nephews, Roosevelt Collier (pedal steel guitar), Alvin Cordy Jr. (7string bass) and Earl Walker (drums). "Sacred steel" is a type of music described as an inspired, unique form of Gospel music with a hard-driving, blues-based beat. The musical genre is rooted in Gospel, but infused with rhythm and blues, jazz, rock, funk, hip-hop, country and ideas from other nations.

After years of touring and recording, still falling short of finding a truly unique and singular voice, the boys in Modern Skirts discovered something startlingly fresh in singer Jay Gulley’s bedroom recordings and immediately began work on their selfapproached and self-produced third record, using these demos as a template. Despite a significant shift in focus, the record was warmly received by fans and critics alike, "a spectacular display of lo-fi pop with a real raw power to entertain" as fensepost.com cheerfully proclaimed.

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Thursdays with Brad “the Man in the Box” at Rivalry’s

Wednesdays with Mitch Kersey from 9p-1a at BJ Billiards Every Wednesday with DKH, Macon Shroom

Every Friday & Saturday, Friends Bar & Grill, Macon

Karaoke with DJ Dale, 9pm Friends II in Warner Robins Sundays with Brad, 9pm The Backporch Lounge

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NOW TUESDAYS: Hardest Trivia in Macon 7-9pm at BJs Billiards Wednesdays, Johnny’s Pizzeria Wednesday nights at Guiseppis, hosted by Outspoken Ent. Tuesday Night Trivia (8pm) with Outspoken Entertainment., Wild Wing Cafe Tuesday night trivia with our own Jammin’ Rivalrys Wednesday nights, 7:30pm at Billy’s Clubhouse

Trivia with Jacob at Loco’s every Wednesday, Big payouts!

Every Wednesday at The Rookery, compete for $5,000 grand prize! 8pm

Every Wednesday at The Bird, 7pm.

Thursday nights 9p, The Shamrock

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Nightly Poker 7:30p, Friends Bar Nightly Poker 8p, BJ Billiards

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Big Elk Trio @ 20’s Pub

Big Elk does a variety of Covers from the 60’s all the way up till today. Get out with your dancing shoes and enjoy one of Macon’s own.

Soulshine @ The Hummingbird

Soulshine, Macon Ga's Allman Brothers Tribute Band, was founded by musician Stan Killingsworth to recreate the awe and majesty of the Allman Brothers live performances. By combining the talents of some Middle Georgia's finest musicians, Soulshine, has received praise from fans and critics alike. Not only do they perform the more popular Allman Brothers tunes, they perform the more lengthy and experimental pieces. Soulshine's performances are characterized by blistering guitar solos, soulful singing, a tight rhythm section, and wild improvisation.

Back City Woods @ The Rookery

One of the things that Back City Woods believes about music: At the end of the week, people want a chance to have fun, put the seriousness behind them, and hit the dance floor. And after prompting some serious rug cutting in the middle Georgia area, Back City Woods is ready to take their show on the road. The crowds at their show are always front and center, hoopin’ and hollerin’ — quite a difference from the band’s beginning as a studio-only song writing duo consisting of founding members Daniel NeSmith and Mike Collins. But, thanks to the word of mouth spawned by their exciting live shows, Back City Woods has become one of the most talked about bands in Macon, Georgia’s diverse music scene.

SAT. JUNE 4

Free Lance Ruckus @ Billy’s

Free Lance Ruckus is more than just a band. It's a cause...a call for all music lovers to take back the airwaves and save REAL music. Originality

STOOPGRASS @ WILD WING is flat-out unacceptable to the corporations that run the music industry. Through their careless attempt to sell anything to everyone, these ravenous corporate pigs are draining the pool of creativity and killing true artistic expression. All that we are left with is plastic music for a plastic world. Lance Ruckus represents the real side of music, whatever that means.

Randall Bramblett Band @ Douglass Theatre

Randall Bramblett has kept great company over the years. From his early career with Capricorn Records (Cowboy, Gregg Allman, Sea Level) to his more recent tours with Widespread Panic, Traffic and Steve Winwood, he has worked with the best in the business. Currently, Randall tours with his own band, the Randall Bramblett Band, an extraordinary group of pros from the Athens/Atlanta area. On guitars are his old friend and writing partner from the early days, Davis Causey and a new and versatile arrival, Mike Hines. Mike Steele and Gerry Hansen (Shawn Mullins) are on bass and drums respectively. Each band member is a successful session player and producer in his own right. Tickets are $20.

MON. JUNE 6

Matt Moncrief @ 20’s Pub

.Sometimes you dont choose to be a musician; the music chooses you. So the story goes with artist Matt Moncrief. If music hadnt found its way into his bones from the beginning, life might be much easier albeit boring. But it did and it grew with him, seasoning itself as Matt evolved from church choral boy to imaginative teen, fledgling artist, aspiring bass player and finally an open-eyed adult with the natural identity as a bona fide singer-songwriter.

FRI. JUNE 10

Tim Lee 3 @ The Hummingbird

Tim Lee has been playing music most of his life.

BIG MIKE & BOOTY PAPAS @ THE BIRD Labeled over the years as everything from power pop to punk — and several points in between — the former member of the Windbreakers (and Let’s Active among others) will tell you he plays rock 'n roll and that you can make of that what you will.

The Modern Skirts @ The Rookery

Born of four hopeful rednecks and numerous misconceptions, Athens, GA's Modern Skirts crept onto the scene in 2005 with its debut record, 'Catalogue of Generous Men'. The record received some good reviews, finding itself at #11 on Paste Magazines' Records of 2005, and several unwanted comparisons. After touring quite a bit and losing massive amounts of steam over the following 2 years, they returned to the studio with David Lowery (Cracker) and Mike Mills (REM) handling production duties. 'All of Us in Our Night' was the resulting effort that climbed its way to #15 on the CMJ charts. It was heralded by Pitchfork as "bloodless and hermetic" and "not as good as the first one".

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20’s Pub Boasting freshly prepared sandwiches, salads and dinner specials in a well-lit tavern-like setting. LD • BAR • $ 3076 Riverside Dr.

5 Guys Burgers & Fries The best burgers in Macon is what our readers say, serving dogs and peanuts too. LD • $ 120 Tom Hill Sr., 474.0445

Billy’s Clubhouse Come try Billy's new menu with our angus burgers, colossal sandwiches, great salads, appetizers and more. Lunch and dinner specials available as well as our late nite menu. "We upped our standards, Now up yours!" LD • $ • BAR 1580 Forest Hill Road, Macon. Mon-Sat 11a-2p, Sun 12:30p - 12a. BJs Billiards BJs is now serving up your favorite late night snacks. Nachos, hot dogs, pizza, sandwiches and breakfast all day, every day. Smoking, open 2pm-2am. Now open Sundays til midnight! LD • BAR • $

Buffalos Cafe on Zebulon You know this place has great wings, but they also feature a large selection of salads and sandwiches, large screen tvs to watch all your favorite games and a popular trivia night for the whole family. LD • BAR • $ 5990 Zebulon Rd. Friends Bar & Grill Serving up your favorite homestyle dishes, along with famous burgers, chicken tenders and other bar food staples. 7405 Industrial Highway, 784-9191

Locos Grill & Pub Casual, kid-friendly, family dining.We’re talking great food, sports on the big screens and a full bar. Fantastic weekly specials and live music on the weekends. Delivery and catering also available. LD BAR • $ 2440 Riverside Drive.

Montana’s Steakhouse, Byron Specializing in some of this areas finest steaks, ribs, chicken & seafood. Located in the Peach Outlet Mall and open Monday - Sunday 11 am - 10 pm! 311 Ga Highway 49 N Byron, (478) 956-0441.

Nu-Way Weiners Open since 1916, this original store with its neon sign is one of America's oldest hot dog stands and they serve secret recipe chili sauce, famous hot dogs, hamburgers, and other sandwiches. BLD • $ 430 Cotton Avenue, 743.1368

Rivalry’s – The only place in town where you can order Atomic Buffalo Turds and wash them down with a giantsized bottle of Monty Python’s Holy Ale. 3986 Northside Dr., Macon 474-0606 LD BAR $ The Rookery There isn’t a place downtown that has been serving us longer.The Rookery offers some of the best comfort food in Macon. Burgers, Nachos, Sandwiches and daily lunch specials that can’t be beat. LD BAR $ 543 Cherry Street, 746-8658

Wild Wing Cafe Newly opened franchise at the Shoppes at River Crossing, fantastic wings in over 30 flavors, over 20 brews on tap, great salads and one of the few dining options in North Macon that offers live music on the weekends. LD • BAR $-$$, 477.WILD

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Caliente’s Burrito Shop We’ve all had this style of big burrito by now, but Caliente’s does them the best. If you can handle it, get the MOAB… if not, there’s always the Thrilla From Tha Grilla, which is just right. LD • $ 6255 Zebulon Road El Sombrero Witha brand new outside dining patio, this is the place to get some fresh, authentic mexican cuisine in downtown Macon. LD • BAR • $

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Restaurant/Venue: Bottoms Up What he recommends: “One of their signature frozen drinks, Bruce’s Bite (a strawberry daiquiri named for the shark mascot in Joey’s arms).” Favorite restaurant other than where you work: “Luigi’s, I always order the Penne alla Siciliana with the gorgonzola cream sauce, grilled chicken, mushrooms and roasted peppers.” Guilty pleasure: Redheads! Located off Spring Street in the Baconsfield Shopping Center.

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Jim Shaw’s Casual dining with Macon’s best seafood, tuna tidbits, scallops, wild Georgia shrimp. Seperate bar area with smoking. D • BAR $-$$ 3040 Vineville

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Luigi’s Bistro Casual Italian cuisine in a hip, swanky atmosphere. LD • BAR • $-$$ 401 Cherry Street, 743.4645 Ingleside Village Pizza IVP has the best pizza in town and the best beer selection. Keep it classy with the white pizza and a Stella Artois or, keep it real with a slice of the ultimate and a 24-oz. High Life. LD • BAR $ 2396 Ingleside Avenue, & downtown across from Mercer Univ.

Johnny’s Pizzeria A New York style pizzeria featuring fresh baked pizza, authentic pasta dishes, calzones, subs and salads. Monday nights, kids dine for 99¢ (one-topping slice and a drink.) This north Macon pizzeria offers an amazing and affordable menu also featuring weekly drink specials and some nightly entertainment. Student Special Monday - Friday 2-5pm, enjoy 2 cheese slices and a coke for just $4.99. LD • BAR • $-$$ 6255 Zebulon Rd. Open Mon-Thu,Sun 11am-9:30pm; FriSat 11am-10:30pm.

Mellow Mushroom In 1974, three college students in Atlanta opened the first of what has now grown to 100 restaurants. Each one locallyowned and operated, with their own distinct, funkified flavor. Gourmet pizza, original sandwiches and a large drink menu. Family friendly! LD • BAR • $$$ Located just off Bass Road at 5425 Bowman Road, Macon. Guiseppi’s Pizza With fresh baked pizza and exclusive wedgies, pasta dishes and salads, this pizza place has a little something for everyone. Happy hour Mon-Fri 4-7pm. LD • BAR • $-$$ Tom Hill Sr. Blvd.

LUNCH SPOTS

Adriana’s Quick & delicious cafeteriastyle lunch, serving the most authentic Italian in town, including sandwiches, soup, salads, pasta, pizza. Mon-Thur 11-5, Fri-Sat 11-6pm. L • $ 359 Third Street Cox Cafe, specializing in dishing up southern and soul food for over fifteen years. Breakfast daily 6-10am, Lunch 112pm. See their daily meat and three

offerings on page 21. LD • $ 694 Lower Poplar Street. Market City Café – Superb sandwiches, homemade soups, loaded salads, pizza and pastas. Unique breakfast menu including gourmet coffees and teas. Dinner now being served Fridays and Saturdays featuring seafood and steak specials. Full bar, excellent wine cellar. Full catering services on or off site. Open Tues-Thur, 7am-6pm; Friday and Saturday 7am-9pm. 502 Cherry St., Macon 257-6612 BLD • BAR • $-$$

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Greek Corner Deli Serving delicious lamb gyros, monster greek salads, subs and specialty sandwiches 7 days a week. One of the few restaurants downtown open on Sundays and the only late night eatery on Saturdays 12:30am til 3am! LD • $ 587 Cherry Street, 254.3059.

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MACON HEATS UP THROUGH GATEWAY INITIATIVE KRISTEN SOLES hat started almost a year ago as a conversation among a group of Macon’s best and brightest residents has blossomed into a $1.5 million project aimed at bringing the city informally known as “the cultural center of the state” into the spotlight. Over the years, Macon and cities like it have spent millions of dollars studying the community growth challenges that face them. This research was combined with input from area leaders and college representatives, and further enhanced through creative content to develop Macon’s own Gateway Initiative. The Gateway Initiative, the engine behind the national award-winning “Macon. It’s Hotter Here.” campaign, is a community-wide strategic marketing plan designed to promote Macon’s best assets to regional, state, and national audiences. Instead of reconstituting previous marketing efforts, Gateway’s goal is to promote these efforts in one location, providing a

one-stop shop or “gateway” to access Macon’s finest offerings. Participating organizations include local historic sites, cultural entities, educational institutions, and economic trade and tourism groups, providing a broad range of support. The Peyton Anderson Foundation helped start Gateway Macon last year with a sizable $1,511,000 grant. In his will, Macon native and former owner of The Macon Telegraph and The Macon News Peyton T. Anderson, Jr. specified that his estate should be used for charitable purposes to improve his hometown community by aggressively promoting Macon’s existing assets: affordability, institutions of higher learning, music, and expansive cultural opportunities. The Gateway Initiative hopes to do just that by attracting tourists, residents, businesses, and investors to Macon and Bibb County. According to studies, two interesting—and seemingly divergent—target audiences have emerged to whom Macon

has distinct appeal: Gen Y and Baby Boomers. Beth Dunwody, project coordinator for Gateway, explains. “Gen Y-ers are socially conscientious and are seeking a place where their voices can be heard. As they finish college and look for a place to spread their wings, increasingly they are finding that past cultural centers like New York, San Francisco, and L.A. are too expensive. Therefore, they seek something more affordable, but with amenities similar to those of larger areas. Macon has these things in our music scene and vibrant downtown life, historic aspects, and burgeoning culture of artists and writers. For Baby Boomers, this area is desirable because it provides close proximity to family members who may live in larger cities like Atlanta without the added stresses of big-city life. Again, the cost of living is extremely attractive here compared to other cities, as well as the ease of commuting throughout town.” For their inaugural year, Dunwody and her colleagues devised a trio of attention-grabbing contests to generate buzz over our fair hamlet. The first--“Macon Shorts”—is in progress now. The driving idea behind the short film competition is to provide a fresh perspective to the cityscape and pave the way to reinvention for a new generation. After the contest’s launch at the Macon Film Festival, approximately 100 proposals were received from local visionaries and artists as far away as Indonesia, London, and Japan. According to the guidelines, filmmakers were given a list of Macon attractions from historic monuments to colleges to festivals and happenings. They were instructed to choose three

from the categories represented and utilize them in a significant manner in a five- to ten-minute film. Dunwody emphasizes these are not meant to be tourist-type pieces, but films from any genre. The idea is to work Macon’s characteristics into the fabric of the story, either through cinematography or dialogue. The submissions have been dazzling! Eighteen semi-finalists were announced recently who will go on to present more in-depth plans for production. From there, five finalists will be selected to submit complete production books. The field is then narrowed, yet again, to three candidates who will receive $3,000 each towards producing their entries. The final entries will be ranked in first, second, and third places with a red-carpet premiere this fall. Prizes consist of a cash award and a stipend to enter finished short films for competition in any film festival in the world, giving Macon global exposure. The remaining two contests selected to round out Gateway’s first year include best original song—Dunwody emphasizes these will not be cheesy jingles--and buildyour-dream-business events, the latter focusing on the downtown community. Details for these are on the horizon, so stay tuned, especially if you have a hit song in mind or plan to open a new business in the coming year! A prize package of space, marketing assistance, and a wide array of professional services for the first year would go a long way in making any new venture successful. In the meantime, check out itshotterhere.com. if you can stand the heat. Dunwody assures us there’s something here for everyone.

plummets to the number of people in your willfully disbanded group. Gentle curves run through silent corridors lined with water oak and pine, tombstones of Rose Hill Cemetary loom on clifftops above, an occasional bass fisherman may nod from his post. The only real authority on how soon you leave this freshwater paradise is how fast you want to paddle. According to Stephen: “You can take up to six hours, if you like.” Fear of dark water? “We get the alligator question a lot, and the answer is no. We have never seen a gator in these waters and this is our third season.” Adult prices are $25 per person, children under 10 float for free. For more information, including dates for their monthly “Full Moon Tour,” visit ocmulgeeexpeditions.com.

near Third Street, has a one-size-fits-all menu that can range from the “fish and chips” pub classic to their “quiche of the moment” — all made in-house. Standards like Buffalo wings, burgers, and steaks pepper the lineup, but The Rookery’s selection goes far beyond normal bar food staples. Fried green tomatoes, lime-butter tilapia, and (perhaps most curiously) a cheese plate made and delivered fresh from Sweet Grass Dairy in Thomasville, GA is in equal parts savory, intriguing, and affordable. While you decide, order up a cold one from The Rookery’s beer selection, which offers drafts to satisfy even the choosiest of beer connoisseur’s palates. Oberon, a featured brew characterized by wheat and citrus overtones, is top-notch for snuffing the heat out of a humid Georgia night. The Rookery is so enamored with live music, every seat is practically in the front row. The atmosphere is a happy marriage of music and food and their menu serves as the family photo album (see: The Dickey Betts’ Burger or The Johnny Mercer Trio Salad). The establishment welcomes musicians of all walks and doesn’t bat a lash if a brave and capable minstrel tickles the ivories of the house piano. CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE...

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WEEKEND WARRIORS Time for a change of scene without changing the city and breaking the bank? Our two-day guide should shed a little light on the path less taken.

SATURDAY MORNING: OCMULGEE EXPEDITIONS Even those who consider outdoor sports intimidating should find their preliminary jitters hushed once they lay eyes on the languid, tranquil waters of the Ocmulgee, also described as the “easy red river.” According to Stephen Adams, who co-founded Ocmulgee Expeditions with brother Brian:

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“We’ve taken our eighty-year-old grandmother out here; you’ll be fine.” The itinerary for their Quick Float Tour is easy to execute: Meet your group at River Walk’s Spring Street parking lot, let your guides shuttle you to Amerson Water Park’s boat ramp, hop into the canoe or kayak you’re provided, and float down four miles of the Ocmulgee until you’re back where you left the car. A life-vest, paddle, watercraft, and (for those in need) a quick lesson in paddling is provided. Instantly, the familiar sounds of the city evaporate and are replaced by the hushed tones of wildlife as the population

SATURDAY NIGHT: DINNER & DRINKS AT THE ROOKERY The big screen TVs in one of downtown Macon’s most prominent restaurant-slashbars are more of a formality; it’s the live music, beer selection, great food, and friendlier-than-you’re-used-to service that ropes visitors in and keeps the locals coming back. The spot, located on Cherry Street

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WEEKEND WARRIORS CONT. OCMULGEE INDIAN MOUNDS Do a little time-traveling and walk off last night’s calories. Grandma was born around the same time Georgia saw its first Indian mounds (approx. 1000 BC). Why not take her on a nostalgic (and free) tour of the Ocmulgee Indian Mounds just outside of downtown? Located off Emery Hwy, the park is home to ancient mounds that tell tales about the people from an ancient civilization and what occupied their time. The park boasts a convenient loop path that, at 1.5 miles, takes less than an hour to walk. Taking in everything the park has to offer, though, will provide nearly

four hours of interactive edu-tainment. Even better, dogs are welcome at the mounds (with the exemption of the visitor’s center), provided they’re on a leash. Features of the Ocmulgee Indian Mounds include The Great Temple Mound (built atop the Macon Plateau as a lookout point) the Lesser Temple Mound (which you’re allowed to climb), the Native American Earth Lodge, Indian Village, the funeral mound and the Southeast Mound. The park recommends you bring water and sunscreen, as the path between cites is unshaded. Beat the heat and get there early: The park is open daily from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. EVA SYLVESTRE

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In a climate like ours, the sun will have warmed up the water in the inflatable pool by the time you return from Dauset Trails. Setting a garden hose atop a playground creates a Middle Georgia waterslide. Who knows, maybe the kids will think it’s WhiteWater?

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MA-CATION ON A SINGLE MOM’S BUDGET SARAH GERWIG-MOORE It’s been a few years since anyone I know has felt flush with cash. We’ve all tightened our belts, counted our pennies, and thanked the Lawd for Macon Money at the end of a pay period. The money crunch is even crunchier during the summertime, when the kids are out of school and eager for fun (or just distraction) and we all want to create some special time together. Hence, the Ma-cation solution: a weekend of memorable family fun on a single tank of gas. Resist all housecleaning and yard work and get busy goofing off… just make sure you have a Flip camera to capture the antics.

FRIDAY NIGHT: Every last Friday of the month the Museum of Arts and Sciences is free to Bibb County residences from 5-8pm. From June 11 until August 5, The Museum of Arts & Sciences will be celebrating 55 Days of Summer. With kidfriendly exhibitions, family events and summer camps scheduled during those eight weeks, the Museum’s 55 Days of Summer shows off the very best the

Museum has to offer. They’ll also be celebrating National Get Outdoors Day with nature hikes at 10:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. at Amerson Water Works Park. The Museum’s featured exhibit this summer is TUSKS! Ice Age Mammoths and Mastodons. After some hands-on learning, try the key lime cake from Amanda’s Cakery for dessert.

SATURDAY MORNING: Fill an inflatable baby pool with water from the hose and leave it out in the sun. (You get extra points if it’s at the bottom of a playground slide.) Then take off for the Dauset Trails Nature Center. It’s about a thirty-minute drive north of Macon, has no admission fee, and boasts an impressive collection of rescued animals. The kids will love the otters (bring quarters for food), bobcats, farm animals, and the awesome variety of raptors and owls. All of the wild animals have either been injured or donated by owners who could not care for them (i.e., the person who thought a wild puma would make a great pet). There are also plenty of shaded tables, so pack a picnic and enjoy the forest bike trails after lunch.

TAKE A “ROCK N’ SOUL” STROLL OUR FORMER EDITOR, JESSICA WALDEN, TALKS ABOUT ROCK CANDY TOURS AND PRESERVING MACON’S MUSICAL PAST

he music walking tours grew out of the Urban Hikes funded by a Knight Neighborhood Challenge grant in the College Hill Corridor last fall. They were popular enough and demonstrated an interest in Macon's music heritage that Jamie and I decided to take it further and form Rock Candy Tours LLC in hopes that we could continue to raise interest of the history and historic places that still exist throughout downtown Macon. Right now, we're offering a two hour walking tour that covers a lot of the homes, apartments and offices of the soul and southern rock scene. We call this route the "Rock n' Soul Stroll" and talk about artists such as Otis Redding, Percy Sledge, Allman Brothers, Lynyrd Skynyrd and more. Some of the stops include the headquarters of the founder of the music merchandise industry, who sold one of the first rock concert t-shirts, as well as ABB's first apartment, Duane's first apartment, the house where Otis almost rehearsed (and was shut down by police) and offices of the management company that handled Lynyrd Skynyrd (that had a hot tub in the lobby),

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In the morning right after a big blueberry pancake breakfast, head out to meet the guys with Ocmulgee Expeditions to make a trip down the river. Arrive early to play at the playground at the Spring Street or Amerson WaterWorks Park, depending on where your pickup will be. NOTE: You MUST have made an advance reservation in order to join an OE float. Kids under 10 are FREE. There are long (3+ hours) and short (1-2 hour) floats, so pack snacks and plenty of drinks, and make sure you’re SLATHERED with sunscreen. Stop along the way to picnic or swim along the shoals. You’ll see the city in an entirely different way, and family bonding in a canoe is bonding indeed. After your river trip, grab up your fresh local meat and greens (you got some from the Mulberry Market on Wednesday, right?) and fire up the grill. Invite the neighbors for a potluck, and

make homemade ice cream for dessert (see the easy recipe below). The work week may still come around on Monday, but you’ll start it with great memories of river-paddling and kiddie-pool-splashing. It may not be Disney World, but then again you won’t be in debtors’ prison, so who’s complaining? Dauset Trails Nature Center 360 Mount Vernon Church Road Jackson, GA 30233-5926 (770) 775-6798 www.dausettrails.com Sarah Gerwig-Moore is a law professor at Mercer, the Co-Chair of the College Hill Corridor Commission, and—most importantly—Dean and Eliot’s Mama.

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I helped Eliot’s teachers organize this for about eighty kindergarteners at Alexander II and it worked really well! No cooking or special equipment is required, and the creation process doubles as exercise. Heavy duty gallon zip lock bag Heavy duty (freezer) quart-sized bag Whole milk or Half & Half Sugar Vanilla extract Ice, Rock salt (or regular salt) Mix 1 cup milk, 2 tablespoons sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla in the smaller bag. Fill the larger bag half full of ice and add 1/2 cup of salt. Put the smaller bag inside the larger one (making sure both are sealed tightly) and shake it all up until the ice cream mixture has solidified. Remove the smaller bag from the larger one, add toppings to the ice cream, and enjoy (this minimizes dishes and makes cleanup pretty simple)!

Otis and Phil's first office (where one of the first integrated staffs worked in Macon as well as home to WIBB and where James Brown cut "Please, Please, Please"), the Capricorn office and H&H Restaurant. The tour tells stories, dispels myths and gives a glimmer to the inside of a time when Macon was truly a pinnacle in shaping modern American music . . . and had no idea the impact it would have. My hope with these tours is we're going to bring attention to historic places that need to be preserved and appreciated in the fabric of our community. With the closing of the Georgia Music Hall of Fame, now is not better time to bring light to the existing, living relics we have as a city outside the museum walls. Doing a walking tour puts you street level with Macon's music legacy, and I continue to be amazed at how much truly came out of our city. We still have reasons to be proud. The tours will take place every second and fourth Saturday of the month at 7 p.m., meeting at Washington Park. For the summer, we're doing a special rate of $10. In the fall, we'll go back to $20 and have the option of lunch at the H&H. We also offer private tours for groups of six or more that work with your schedule. For more information, email rockcandytours@gmail.com or call me directly at 478.361.6998.

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acation is so passé: I was standing on the bank of the Ocmulgee River, looking out onto a rock island with a couple of fallen trees protruding from its banks into the murky brown water. I’d gotten a call earlier that day from a friend who, without asking, had decided I was riding with her to the river. I rolled out of bed and threw a pair of shorts on, grabbed a hat and my camera and five minutes later I was in the backseat of a car heading toward the Ocmulgee. The river has a lot to offer and in times like these when no one can afford to spend their long weekends or vacation time anywhere but here, it’s a blessing that our town has the Ocmulgee. On days when I need to think or be alone I enjoy riding my bicycle down the long stretch of pavement that goes from one end of the river to a mile or so past the graveyard. A local urban legend states that if a person drinks the water in Macon, they’re doomed to always return here no matter how many times they try to leave, this is the Ocmulgee Curse. I turned from the bank to the cooler to grab another PBR; I was the only guy in a group of eight. A few of the girls had found a rope swing and in the distance I could hear their screams before a sudden splash only to find them floating back to home base. Stories

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of the past week were being exchanged, girl talk, and the like. I stood among them, feeling a bit outnumbered. I didn’t mind so much, I was just glad to be out of the house during the day and away from work. When I was younger vacation meant going to Destin, Florida. This was before the roads had even been paved there and gasoline was roughly a dollar a gallon. This was a simpler time before every rap song was about throwing money at strippers, a time before I knew that it wasn’t okay to carry a fannypack. It seems like the thought of a road trip or a vacation is engrained into the American dream because of our innate desire to make life more enjoyable. On that day I was literally two miles from my apartment and having as much fun as I would anywhere else. In your twenties you begin to find out that good location comes second to good company, but on a day like that day at the river when both intersect it’s the kind of thing people write about. I once read a quote by Emerson about vacation; something about packing your bags and skipping town only

an amazing cook and served brisket with baked sweet potato fries. It was the best meal I’d had in a while, and made me ponder how incredibly terrible my diet has been in the past few weeks. It was also strange to go to a house party hosted by a twenty-five year old and be served food, much less good food. Later we wound up on our host’s back porch, he uncovered his hot tub and a few of us climbed in. JuBee found a pair of incredibly tiny surf shorts from the 70s and put them on and jumped in. He and I sat there discussing HipHop as we played with a rubber ducky we’d found. Our host cut and lit a cigar, as smoke unfurled into the air and the night dragged on the conversation got deeper and deeper. As I lay on the couch later, falling asleep, I began to think about my weekend and how great it was to escape responsibility and enjoy my friends and the river and that house party. Vacation doesn’t necessarily mean having to skip town; it’s more so a state of mind. A “staycation” can be just as rewarding and relaxing; a long weekend at home doesn’t have to mean watching Lost in Translation five times and cleaning your house until it’s sterile. For a whole newspaper full of local fun to be had in Macon keep picking up The 11th Hour, until next time…

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used to enjoy shopping in Atlanta. I loved spending time at the Oxford books stores and Tower Records, as well as the computer, electronics, and clothing stores that just couldn’t be found elsewhere in the state. These days, however, I tend to avoid Atlanta like the plague. I find absolutely no joy in dealing with all that traffic, and I now tend to rely instead on the Internet for most of those same shopping needs. I now spend the overwhelming amount of my leisure time right here in Macon and Middle Georgia, and these are just a few of my favorite things to do here on the weekend during these summer months. I regard the Macon Dog Park as one of the most enjoyable spots in this city. Located at the corner of Chestnut and Adams Streets just one block north of Tatnall Square, this park is a social club for both dogs and owners alike. As a pack dog by instinct, my Bluetick Coonhound, Elvis, loves to run with all of the large dogs there through the creek that runs down the middle of the park and over its bridges. The small dogs that he

would most likely try to try to tree have a separate section all their own. For their owners, there are a few benches and plenty of room for portable folding chairs in the shaded areas, so while Elvis is off apparently having the time of his life, I enjoy the opportunity to meet and chat with the rather diverse collection of dog owners who gather there, including an astounding number of out-of-towners who somehow manage to find their way to the park and stop to exercise their pets there before traveling on. Due to the summer heat, this is a good morning and late afternoon/early evening activity, and additional information may be gleaned at www.macondogpark.org. Ocmulgee Expeditions provides weekend opportunities for individuals and families to explore the beauty and serenity of the great river resource we have running through the center of our city. Brian and Stephen Adams offer short and long excursions down the river, and will completely outfit you and your party with a kayak or canoe if you have need. It’s really amazing, but as you travel the Ocmulgee downstream, you feel like you are somewhere in the wilderness, far from Macon and even miles from civilization itself. Along this waterway, a rare and welcomed sense of tranquil-

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PRESS FEEDING FRENZY Is it really ethical and fair to know everything conceivable about a candidate? BILL KNOWLES Active member of the Republican Party

s we enter into another political season and the press gets amped into yet another feeding frenzy at the expense of political candidates, I ask readers is it really ethical and fair to know everything possible about a candidate. In the advent of the computer, we can now know almost every thing conceivable about someone. (With the exception of President Obama, who to his credit in some cases has kept just about everything about himself private. For the record, I think he was born in Hawaii but do have questions about circumstances around his birth that remain in my mind unanswered. However, beyond the actual site of his birth, none of that is relevant in the way he has botched his handling of the country. He has also kept almost all of his school records sealed as well.) Look at some of the leaders in our nations’ history we would have lost had there been the internet and reporters who went after the “truth” in spite of the consequences to the country.

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One of our Founding Fathers liked to sit around naked taking “airbaths” all day, had an insatiable sexual appetite and had a son who was loyal to the British during the Revolution. Think about how America would be different if the tabloids would have found out about Benjamin Franklin’s eccentricities. Would it have been ethical for the press of the time to point these things out to citizens of our fledgling nation? It was also recently discovered that a former Governor of the largest state in the country fathered a child out of wedlock by one of his household staff. Am I writing about Arnold Schwarzenegger? No. In this case, I’m writing about Thomas Jefferson who fathered at least one child by Sally Hemmings, a young slave who served Jefferson at Monticello. Would it have done the country good for Jefferson to be cast out in shame much like Schwarzenegger has been or John Edwards, not withstanding his criminal activities, has in the recent past? (It was brought out in 1802 by journalist James Callender, but Jefferson never responded to it and his family flatly denied it. Instead of becoming the National

ity descends upon the soul, so I personally find this to be one of the summer’s most inviting and therapeutic experiences anywhere. Reservations are a must, so visit www.ocmulgeeexpeditions.com for additional information. I would be remiss as a member of the clergy if I didn’t emphasize the importance of thanking God for our many blessings at some point during the weekend. As one who travels regularly from congregation to congregation, I can readily attest that some of the best speakers, vocalists and musicians that Macon has to offer are right there - front and center - in the religious sanctuaries and gathering places of this city. I find this especially apparent in our Macon African-American churches. There is something absolutely joyous about these worship experiences, and the warmth and embrace that is extended to all visitors, from the impassioned pastor in the pulpit as well as from the welcoming members in the pews, is something of a model for us all. The highly skilled musicians, soloists and choir members bring traditional spirituals and contemporary pieces alike to vibrant life, and this is one worship setting that must be experienced to be fully appreciated. Finally during these summer months, I tend

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Enquirer of his time, Calleneder let the story die and wasn’t confirmed until a DNA test was completed 200 years later.) Let me point out, although I do not condone any of the behavior of these men, I certainly sympathize with them in the fact that everyone his human and we all make mistakes. There are obviously some things we certainly need to know about the men and women we elect such as whether a person has been caught in illegal or unethical business dealings, if they are a child molester, etc….But do we even really need to know their health status? In a world where a HIPPA agreement is needed for just about everything, we expect and demand our public servants to disclose to the entire world every possible ailment they have ever had. We would have probably lost two of our greatest leaders if that would have been true during their campaigns: Franklin Roosevelt, who presided over a two front war and the worst economic times in the history of the United States, yet couldn’t hardly get out of his wheelchair because of polio and John Kennedy, who led us through the tense moments of the Cuban Missile Crisis and gave our country a vision to get to the moon and back, yet was addicted to prescription drugs because of a horrible back and his sufferings of Addison’s Disease. (Add to the fact that both men had mistresses and neither would have made it under the scrutiny our politicians have to endure today. Everyone in the press knew about both men and yet would not disclose any

of it because it was in the national interest for them not to. So, is it ethical for the press of today to “out” politicians?) Let’s look at some other things that make “great” headlines. Did it really matter I the election of 2008 that Sarah Palin’s daughter had a baby out of wedlock? Does it matter that Palin herself has a Down’s Syndrome child? Yet every comedian of the left takes shots at her all the time at the expense of these innocent victims. Criticize Palin because of her Katie Couric interview or the way she governed Alaska. That’s fine. But it’s ethically corrupt to keep pointing out that Palin has family issues just like the rest of us. House Speaker Newt Gingrich’s biggest problem, according to the press, is all of the baggage he brings with him because of his personal life. Did that affect the way he brought Republicans together when he was Speaker and his role in The Contract With America? Does Mitt Romney’s or John Huntsman’s religion have anything to do with the way they would lead our country should they be elected President? Probably not any more than it did with JFK who had to fight that challenge as well. My opinion is that there are hundreds of people in the United States that would rather have an enema during halftime of the GeorgiaGeorgia Tech game at midfield than run for political office due to the “ethics” of the press of a tabloid driven society and what they and their families would have to endure.

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The aforementioned flyer lists the tally from an “informal survey” of city council votes for “special interest” and “public interest” issues. An untold number of local officials were surveyed about only 20 votes made since 2009 (later says “the last three years”). Full council meets 24 times a year and votes on numerous items each time so isolating 20 out of hundreds is beyond arbitrary. The survey doesn’t even explain what these 20 votes were over. But let’s play along. According to the flyer, the most special interest votes and fewest public interest votes were made by former councilmen Erickson and Alveno Ross, and current council president Miriam Paris, who will run against David Lucas for the seat State Senator

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Spitballin’ Macon police used to round up kids and tell their parents they can be fined or get jail time for letting their children skip school. Then, in 2009, Mayor Robert Reichert cut the truancy program out of the city budget and now the school system only has their social workers making phone calls. The old program cost city taxpayers about $110,000 a year. Here’s a two-birds-one-stone solution: Reduce city council from 15 to five (one each from an existing ward but elected citywide) and reallocate the savings to fund the truancy program. The reduction of council could save more than $120,000 in salaries, benefits and travel reimbursements.

Correction Last issue, I said NewTown had secured a $5 million bond to jump start residential construction downtown. I was wrong; it isn’t final. They are working with the Bibb County Development Authority to secure backing for a $5 million bond. Among the issues being tweaked is the development fee NewTown gets, which would be almost $800,000 after the first phase of construction.

Speaking Of... Undeterred by the bad but expected news that the Georgia Music Hall of Fame will soon close, NewTown is working on some back-up plans, possibly including a Macon Hall of Fame. No word yet exactly what the situation is with the building. The city deeded the land to the state, but no one is exactly sure if the state has plans or if the building comes back to the city, or what.

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