The LocaL, October 2017

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STUFF TO READ WHY SHE DRIVES

EXCLUSIVE TALK WITH AN UBER DRIVER AFTER ONE YEAR OF SERVICE

Stage & Screen Halloween Happenings Art & Museums Music Music Spotlight The Rail

Around Town Wellness & Outdoors Food & Drink the LocaL Cocktail Club

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elcome to Fall, ya’ll! While we wait for some cooler weather, I want to invite you to do two things.

First and always foremost, enjoy this month’s magazine and all the fun and fascinating events we are so proud to promote. Second, let’s talk about a subject well-known to anyone who keeps up with the goings-on in Columbus. Let’s talk about roundabouts.

Traffic circle. Road circle. Rotary. Whatever you want to call them, roundabouts are here and more are coming, including a $1.5 million roundabout at the River Road, Bradley Park Drive, Green Island Drive and Cascade Road intersection. This is good news. Roundabouts are safer than traditional intersections. In a study conducted by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, roundabouts reduced injury crashes by 75 percent and fatality crashes by 90 percent. A 90 percent reduction in fatality crashes.

Come at me.

If you’re not familiar with roundabouts, they can be confusing at first. Fortunately, they’re simple to navigate.

As you approach, slow down. Look ahead and make a plan.

Pedestrians should always have right-of-way. After pedestrians, yield to oncoming traffic. When you find a gap into which you can safely maneuver your vehicle, get in there. Stay right to exit the roundabout at any convenient egress.

That’s it. They’re safe and easy to use. So what’s with all the grousing about roundabouts?

Sure, some people, in spite of all the facts, genuinely dislike roundabouts. Those people are entitled to their wrong opinion. Bottom line is that roundabouts are safer than traditional intersections. They’re also easier on your vehicles, because they cut out a lot of stop-and-go wear and tear—they save you money. Bad weather? You’ll never see the Columbus Police Department, which is already stretched thin, manning a downed roundabout light. By every measure, roundabouts are a good, pragmatic idea.

But most of the roundabout talk in Columbus isn’t about roundabouts. Roundabouts have become a strange totem of perceived mayoral ineffectiveness. Any time Mayor Teresa Tomlinson speaks, there is an online echo chamber in which the word “roundabout” ricochets past nebulous anger and into the distance. The idea is that roundabouts are emblematic of the mayor’s failed administration. Whatever you think of the job the mayor has done, using roundabouts to signal displeasure makes no sense.

When looking for something symbolic of a person’s failure, we want a part that represents the whole. So, if we want to signal general displeasure with former-President Bill Clinton, we might start the phrase, “I did not have…”

Or if we want to gibe former-President George HW Bush, we might mention flying over New Orleans. What we would not do, in either case, is mention Clinton’s budget surplus or Bush’s composure in the wake of 9/11.

Mayor Tomlinson is a public figure, and all public figures face scrutiny and ridicule. Criticism comes with the territory.

But it is odd when citizens emblazon a useful public safety design on their mental images of the mayor and imagine it somehow mars her tenure in office. Roundabouts do not blemish the mayor’s record. When you use roundabouts as an indictment, you seem something like a cheerleader who’s brought her pom poms to the wrong side of the field. Want to criticize the mayor? By all means, except the one where you attach negative connotations to an improvement in city infrastructure.

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706 250 7777 What We Are All About.

The mission of the LocaL magazine is to bring you the best in art, music, food and fun from Columbus and the surrounding area. Locally owned and operated, we work to improve and expand community relationships through promoting positive events and stories. When good things are happening, we will be here to help you get involved. Our monthly print issues will feature stories and events that comprise and drive the ongoing surge toward a more beautiful community. This magazine exists because we who work on it believe in actively engaging with community improvement, and we invite you to join us, not only by reading these pages, but also by taking part in any of the many wonderful events we feature.

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CONTRIBUTORS AND CREDITS

Bobbi Yeo Matt Szabo Richard F. Edwards

community relations Monica Jones Dita Railey Dave Nahley

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WHY SHE DR I V E S

EXCLUSIVE TALK WITH AN UBER DRIVER AFTER ONE YEAR OF SERVICE

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’ve been using Uber since it launched in Columbus late last September. The international transportation company is a convenient way to get around, whether you don’t have access to a vehicle or you’re going out for a drink or three. Download the application to your phone, set a pickup location, and the application finds a nearby driver to pick you up.

Uber has also been in the news recently, both for a toxic corporate culture and for not treating its drivers, who work their own schedules as independent contractors, as well as competitors, like Lyft.

I’ve talked to a lot of Uber drivers over the past year. Most say it’s a fine way to earn a little extra money between jobs or retirement. But with all of the recent press, including being booted from London, I wanted a clearer picture of what it’s like to drive Uber in Columbus. Also, because most of my drivers have been men, I wanted to speak with a woman.

For this article, we’ll call her Christa, and she graciously agreed to speak with me about her work.

Uber is not Christa’s primary job. She takes riders between other jobs and on her free weekends.

“The app includes metrics,” Christa says, which track her hourly income. According to Christa, she can earn between $10 and $40 per hour, depending on how busy the time and tips. $40 per hour is not typical, she explains, and usually happens only if her fare is a regular client and leaves her a substantial tip, which can be given through the app or in cash.

Christa has developed a regular clientele, who call and request her. For Christa, the best part about driving for Uber is the networking.

“It also gives me a candid view of the city,” Christa says.

“One fare might be a banker, the next one a chef. I’ve made a lot of friends driving.”

Christa says that she has never been uncomfortable with any rider. To use Uber, drivers and riders must create a profile, so the company knows who was involved if there is a problem. This helps keep everyone safe.

Christa has had trouble, though. When she first started driving Uber, she picked up an officer from Fort Benning. When she tried to take him on base, she and her fare were held for more than half an hour at the gate. The officer had to call a friend on base to pick him up from the gate, and Christa was told never to come back to post.

Other than acclimating to the way Uptown streets are blocked during weekend concerts, Christa has had a positive experience with Uber. While she encourages prospective drivers to carefully read the terms and conditions of their contract, and though she admits there are some nights where she makes very little money, Christa keeps driving.

“On slow nights, you just go home,” she says. “No one is there to tell me I have to work. I set my own hours. If there’s nothing going on, I go home. That’s what I love about it.”

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ost of us were glued to news reports of Hurricane Irma and gauging how it might impact our friends and family members. I’m sure everyone in Lee County, Alabama is grateful that the storm subsided considerably by the time it reached us.

Best Friends Animal Society, the Humane Society of the United States, and the Georgia Department of Agriculture have been on alert and preparing to deploy resources in anticipation of the severe damage expected, especially in Florida. We received reports from these storm-ravaged areas and it was pretty dire.

In a 24-hour period, an animal control shelter in Jacksonville Florida moved 400 animals out to destination shelters all over the Eastern U.S. They needed to make room for the large number of incoming strays expected in the wake of the storm.

Without taking this measure their existing population would have had to be euthanized to make space.

PAWS Humane was asked to take in ten cats and seven dogs in the wee hours of Saturday morning, September 10th. They came to us fully vetted and adoption-ready. In fact, we did adopt most of them over that weekend. People have big hearts for animals in distress.

The weeks after the hurricane hit, we prepared to take in many more dogs and cats from the poorer counties surrounding Jacksonville. As of Monday, September 19th, PAWS Humane had taken in 16 dogs and 33 cats and kittens.

These animals will need a lot more from us as poor counties do not have the resources to provide even the most basic standards of care to their stray animal populations.

Several states have suspended their usual rules regarding vaccination status in order to facilitate the transport process. We know it is risky, but PAWS Humane has the protocols in place to help mitigate this risk. Our mission is to save animal lives and we will do all that we can to help, just as we hope others would help us if we were in a similar situation.

On the Friday before the storm hit, we put out a request for donations of animal care supplies. The response from our community was overwhelming.

We distributed many of these supplies to the Columbus Civic Center for use by families who evacuated with their dogs, cats, birds and rabbits.

The events of the past several days have been hard on our staff members.

They don’t know from one day to the next how many animals they will be asked to care for and what their work schedules will look like. They have been troopers through it all, and some have gone out of their way to help the evacuees who have settled temporarily in Columbus.

It is a beautiful lesson in human nature to watch a community spontaneously rise up to help others in need.

Bobbi Yeo lives in Opelika, AL. She is the CEO of PAWS Humane in Columbus, GA, an animal shelter and veterinary clinic offering low-cost spay/neuter and other services to the public. Email her at byeo@pawshumane.org with your comments and story ideas.

Adoption Hours Mon-Fri•10am-6pm, Sat•10am-5pm, Sun•12pm-5pm 4900 Milgen Road Columbus, GA 31907 www.pawshumane.org office@pawshumane.org (706) 565-0035 Vet Clinic phone number (706) 987-8380 Octobe r 2017

follows the story of a young girl group that rises from amateur competitions to the glittering pinnacle of superstardom. Sept.

22 – Oct. 8, Emily Woodruff Hall, The Springer Opera House, 103 E 10th Street, Columbus

The True Story of the Three Little Pigs

There are two sides to every story, and when the Big, Bad Wolf takes the stand in Piggsylvania’s Trial of the Century, he finally gets his say. But whether he’ll get a fair trial in corrupt piggy court is anyone’s guess. Will the pigs’ splashy puppet show make a puppet out of justice, or is the wolf’s catchy song and dance about a sneeze gone wrong all razzledazzle? Enter the jury box and decide the fate of Big ‘n’ Bad in this musical adaptation of the hit children’s book. Oct. 6 – 22, McClure Theatre, The Springer Opera House, 103 E 10th Street, Columbus

No Shame Theatre

At 10:30 every Friday night, the Springer plays host to No Shame Theatre. No Shame Theatre is an uncensored evening of original performance that allows anyone to explore their creative potential. Signup begins at 10 p.m., and the first 15 to sign up get a five-minute time slot to perform their original material. Admission is $5, including for performers.

Every Friday, Springer Opera House, 103 10th Street, Columbus, (706) 324-5714

Way Down Film Festival

Columbus’ second annual short film festival at The Springer Opera House in Uptown Columbus. Enjoy a VIP veranda party, 6 curated film screenings, filmmaker coffee hour, an awards gala and networking parties. For tickets and more information, visit waydownfilmfest.com. Oct 13 & 14, The Springer Opera House, 103 10th Street, Columbus

Holden On at Sweetland Amphitheater

Sweetland Amphitheater and IAMHOLDEN will partner to provide a community screening of Tamlin Hall’s award-winning feature film, “Holden On.” Coincidental with the film screening will be a high school student-led IAMHOLDEN art exhibit, as well as music. Writer-director Tamlin Hall and amor Matthew Fahey will be on hand for this free event. The movie is based on the true story of Hall’s friend Hold Layfield, who silently suffered with a mental illness until he took his life at the age of 19. The film and its impact, including numerous awards and national recognition, sparked a nationwide movement, IAMHOLDEN, that allows teens to use their voices through art to discuss mental health. For more information, visit iamhojlden.com and sweetland.events. Oct. 18, 5:30 - 10 p.m., Sweetland Amphitheater at Boyd Park, 110 Smith Street, LaGrange, Georgia Want to see your event listed here? Email editor@thelocalcolumbus.com

Movie Night: Breaking Away

Join Ride on Bikes for a movie and popcorn. Breaking Away is the comic coming-of-age story of a small-town boy, obsessed with the Italian cycling team, who vies for the affections of a college woman. Event is free. For more information, call 706-324-1132. Oct. 5, 5:30 - 8:30 p.m., Ride on Bikes, 1036 Broadway, Columbus

Dreamgirls

This show is about a time in American musical history when rhythm and blues blended with other styles of popular music, creating a new American sound. The dazzling Broadway musical mega-hit is based on the show business stories of Mowtown and soul legends, such as The Supremes, The Shirelles, James Brownand Jackie Wilson. Winner of six Tony Awards, this show LocaL

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Annual Harvest Hoe Down Celebrate Fall in historic Warm Springs, Georgia at the 15th Annual Harvest Hoe Down Festival. Enjoy arts and crafts, great food and a parade. Kids’ activities and entertainment will be ongoing throughout the day. For more information, call Lyndsey Balls at 770-990-6406. Oct. 14 & 15, Broad Street, Warm Springs, Georgia Synovus Fall Festival Join us for our annual Fall Festival as we explore a variety of colors. Stop by the art-making stations, participate in our annual costume contest, go on a gallery scavenger hunt, and more!

Additional crafts and activities provided by Historic Westville, the Liberty Theatre, CSU Art Club, Coca-Cola Space Science Center, SPARK Art and National Infantry Museum. Oct. 14, 10 a.m - 3 p.m., The Columbus Museum, 1251 Wynnton Road, Columbus Monster Bags With a little bit of paint, paper and glue, and a lot of imagination, kids can make their very own monster just in time for Halloween.

Class is $10. Please call the studio to sign up at 706-653-4196. Oct. 17, 6:15 - 6:45 p.m., Britt David Cultural Arts Studio, Columbus

Ghost Tour at Port Columbus

This spooky, guided walk-through of the museum tells stories you’ll hear nowhere else. Given by Faith Serafin of the Alabama Ghost Hunters, the tour highlights experiences and information from previous investigations. Cost is $15 per person, children under 8 not permitted, and space is limited, so reserve your spot today. For tickets, call 706-327-9798 or visit the Museum during regular business hours. Oct. 6, 4 - 6 p.m., National Civil War Naval Museum, 1002 Victory Drive, Columbus

Fall Festival at The Campus Academy

Join The Campus Academy for a night of family fun. Enjoy a trunk or treat, spooky house, vendors, games, photo booth, food and more. All proceeds are going towards establishing a scholarship fund for this non-traditional private school that provides personalized education that addresses each student’s unique needs. Adults are free. $3 per child over 3. Oct. 20, 5 - 8 p.m., The Campus Academy, 2236 Warm Springs Road, Columbus

A Haunting in Ladonia

Begun a few years ago for family and friends as a way to keep everyone safe during the Halloween season, this local haunted house is sure to scare up a scream. This family-friendly haunted house is free, though donations are encouraged. Oct 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, 27 & 28, 7 - 11 p.m., 18 All American Drive, Phenix City

Going Batty!

Dispel myths and discovery fascinating facts about these amazing flying mammals with Dr. Mark Yates from LaGrange College. Geared towards adults and families with children ages 8 and up. $2 correct change per person. Meet at Large Group Camp covered shelter past the Horse Stables located 10 mins from the campground. Oct. 20, 7 - 8 p.m., Franklin D. Roosevelt State Park, 2970 GA Highway 190, Pine Mountain, Georgia

Rocky Top Pumpkin Patch Visit The Farm at Rocky Top for fall family fun. The Pumpkin Patch has something for everyone. Spend an October Saturday or Sunday with them and enjoy your favorite activities. Attractions include: wagon rides, inflatables, petting zoo, barnyard games and more! For more information, call 334-559-5567. Oct. 7, 10 a.m., The Farm at Rocky Top, 2910 Lee Road 145, Salem, Alabama

Edgewood Presbyterian Church Trunk or Treat Come dressed as your favorite super hero, cartoon character or whatever you like. Our Youth group will be sponsoring a trunk or treat for the children who visit the pumpkin patch this day. Oct. 28, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m., Edgewood Presbyterian Church, 3617 Macon Road, Columbus

BarktoberFest at Animal Ark Rescue

Join Animal Ark Rescue for their first annual BarktoberFest Saturday. Dress up and bring the whole family—dogs included!

Enjoy music, authentic German cuisine, craft beer, sweet treats and popcorn. There will be a hayride and a cake walk, too.

Costume contests for kids and pets will award for the scariest, funniest and most creative. It’s a festive day with face painting, a bounce house, petting zoo, vendors and, of course, pet adoption specials. Oct. 7, noon - 4 p.m., Animal Ark Rescue, 7133 Sacerdote Lane, Columbus Pumpkin Painting Join the Britt David Cultural Arts Studio in making some crafting pumpkins. The event is $10, and you are asked to signup by calling the studio at 706-653-4196. This is a great way to create a fun, festive craft, perfect for the season.

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6th Annual Fall Festival Join the Russell County Crisis Center at Hollywood Connection in Columbus for the 6th Annual Fall Festival. There will be a car, truck and motorcycle show, a free kids costume contest with prizes, a bouncy house, game and free live entertainment.

Bring cash for the silent auctions. Oct, 28, 11:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Hollywood Connection, 1683 Whittlesey Road, Columbus

Chattahoochee Harley-Davidson Trunk or Treat Second annual Trunk or Treat brought to you by Chattahoochee Harley-Davidson and SteelHorse Law. Enjoy kids activities, zombie photo booth and more. This event also raises awareness for and encourages donations to the Area 10 Special Olympics.

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Oct. 28, noon - 4 p.m., Chattahoochee Harley-Davidson, 3230

Rail in the Green Room, party band Kirk Jay & The Solids in the main room, and stay late night for a DJ set by Gunpwdr in the Green Room. Costume Contest starts at 11:00p.m. There will be two contests. One will be audience choice with the chance of winning a swag bag. The second will be judged by three judges with the grand prize winner being awarded $1,000. The contestants will be judged on creativity, originality and complexity. Oct. 28, 8 p.m.

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Halloween at the Callaway Family Home Trick or treat for little goblins will begin at 5:30 p.m. and will last until 8:00 p.m. at the Callaway family home. To participate, enter the Hills & Dales Drive entrance gate and our staff will direct visitors to the north side of the house where we will continue the custom of giving candy bars to all costumed children. Oct. 31, 5:30 - 8 p.m., Hills and Dales Estate, LaGrange, Georgia

Halloween Havoc Glow Party It’s a Halloween Havoc Glow Party at Outlaws Saloon. Big money goes to the scariest, sexiest and most original costumes.

Oct. 28, 9 p.m., Outlaws Saloon, 6499 Veterans Parkway, Columbus

Decorated and Carved Pumpkin Contest Bring your entry and a candle/light to the Campground Trading Post. Pre-register and pre-pay at the Park Office or cash at the door. $3, Prizes for adults and youth. Oct. 28, 6 7 p.m., Franklin D. Roosevelt State Park, 2970 GA Highway 190, Pine Mountain, Georgia

Adult PROM - Halloween Party Now is your chance to have a dance with the prom queen. Come throwback with us as we dress as tacky as possible for Halloween.

Costumes are not required, but we hope you join in on the fun!

Oct. 28, 11 p.m., Meriwether Steak Co., 1651 Whitehouse Parkway, Warm Springs, Georgia

Fall Costume Parade Meet in front of the trading Post and show us your costumes.

Adult, youth, and dog prizes. The event is free. Oct. 28, 6 - 6:15 p.m., Franklin D. Roosevelt State Park, 2970 GA Highway 190, Pine Mountain, Georgia

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Campsite Decorating Contest Show us your G-rated, creative side at your campsite. Make us believe you love Halloween and fall. No adult gore. Leave no trace decor. Winners awarded at the site! Event is free.

Oct. 28, 7 - 8:15 p.m., Franklin D. Roosevelt State Park, 2970 GA Highway 190, Pine Mountain, Georgia

Ghost Hunt at Port Columbus Join the Alabama Ghost Hunters at Port Columbus - The National Civil War Naval Museum in Columbus, Georgia for a paranormal investigation! Tickets are on sale now for $25 (must be 18 or older). Ticket purchase includes: a guided tour by author and ghost hunter, Faith Serafin, instructional by the Alabama Ghost Hunters and rental of investigative equipment for the night. Refreshment, souvenirs, and autographed copies of Faith Serafin’s books will be available for purchase in the museum gift shop. Join us on October 28 for a night of ghost hunting in one of Georgia’s most haunted museums. Oct. 28, 7 - 10 p.m., National Civil War Naval Museum, 1002 Victory Drive, Columbus

Opelika Theatre Company’s Inaugural Masquerade Ball

You’re cordially invited to Opelika Theatre Company’s Inaugural Masquerade Ball, to be held at The Bottling Plant Event Center on Saturday, October 28, 2017. Attire is “Sunday best” - Formalwear.

Masks aren’t required, but are encouraged! A portion of the proceeds from this fundraiser will be donated to Expressions of a Braveheart (a local fine-arts program for spec ial needs teens & young adults). For more information, visit our Square Store on opelikatheatrecompany.com. 18 and up only. Oct. 28, 6 p.m. CST, The Bottling Plant Event Center, 614 North Railroad Road, Opelika, Alabama

A Ghost Parade Halloween Party Two live bands. Live DJ. $1,000 grand prize costume party. The Loft Presents A Ghost Parade Halloween Party. Celebate Halloween at the Loft on October 28th with live music from soul funk band, The LocaL

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Let’s do the Time Warp again! with Live Shadow Cast

he cult classic movie, The Rocky Horror Picture T Show, returns this October at the hauntingly beautiful Springer Opera House. The film will be

2 showings: Saturday October 28, 2017 at 7:30 p.m. & 11:30 p.m.

Tickets are $23 and the price includes a bag of props and a limited edition tumbler. No outside props allowed.

Tickets on sale now at the Springer Box Office. Call 706-327-3688 or visit springeroeprahouse.org.

shown in Emily Woodruff Hall (Main Stage) with a live shadow cast. Come in character or come as you are and see the film that was not just for viewing but for doing.

Sweethearts Brad (Barry Bostwick) and Janet (Susan Sarandon), stuck with a flat tire during a storm, discover the eerie mansion of Dr. FrankN-Furter (Tim Curry), a transvestite scientist. As their innocence is lost, Brad and Janet meet a houseful of wild characters, including a rocking biker (Meat Loaf) and a creepy butler (Richard O’Brien). Through elaborate dances and rock songs, Frank-N-Furter unveils his latest creation: a muscular man named “Rocky.”

Rated R. No one under the age of seventeen admitted without an adult present. Doors open one hour prior to showtime.

Beer, wine, soft drinks and concessions will be available for purchase.

Walk the Haunted Trails

with Iron Braid Adventures an you survive the haunted trails at our private campground?

Every year on the same day, the keeper of the woods digs out of his grave to fill it with those that venture into his woods and look for his box of jewels. Those that are brave enough will venture into the woods with us. The more people that join us, the better chance we have of finding his grave site and returning his box of jewels.

On this day many years ago, a group of friends dug up a box from his grave that was filled with jewels. The story goes, as they were sitting on the trail looking at the jewels, the Keeper appeared. Screams could be heard for miles, and the group of friends were never seen again. Every year on this day, he reappears looking for his box that was lost in the first woods. We found his box of jewels! We have to find the grave site and give it back to him. If we do this, we will break the spell. He will then return to his grave, never to return. We must stay close together to be safe. He appears in the dark and you won’t know he’s there till it is to late. If you hear screams of help, ignore them and stay on the trail. We believe it is the sounds of those who stole his box of jewels. Will we survive and break the spell forever?

We can’t fail! Once we find the grave site and offer his box of jewels, our work will be done. He will return to his grave for eternity. We will make our way to the campfire to enjoy some treats to celebrate our success. The evening will be filled with screams, fun, food, and drinks. Get ready to tell your favorite scary story around the campfire. If you tell the scariest story, you will win a special gift.

We hope you will come in costume, but not required.

What You Get: The Haunted Trail journey Goodies and special drinks S’mores and Storytelling around the fire pit Prizes for best costume and scariest story

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16x20 canvas of yourself as a student of the wizarding world. $25. Please call the studio to sign up: (706) 653-4196. Oct. 19, 6:15 - 8:15 p.m., Britt David Cultural Arts Studio, Columbus Meet a Vet & Third Saturday Tours Join us October 21st, for our Third Saturday Tours at the National Infantry Museum. Enjoy Docent-led tours through key galleries for only $6 per person. We will also offer Meet A Vet on the third Saturday of each month. This Saturday’s event focus is Columbus/Fort Benning Heritage Tour. It is a great opportunity to interact and hear firsthand accoun ts from the Soldiers who were there. Enjoy weapons displays, memorabilia and oral history. Oct. 21, 9 a.m. - noon, National Infantry Museum, 1775 Legacy Way, Columbus

And Still We Rise Members’ Reception Race, Culture, and Visual Conversations, curated by artist, historian and national lecturer Dr. Carolyn L. Lazloomi, features works of superb artistry that draw on the enduring American tradition of narrative storytelling through the textile art of quilting. Mazloomi has brought together more than 50 contemporary artists whose works reflect on moments in history that have contributed to transformations of social justice in American and across the globe. This opening celebration is held in partnership with Fountain City Classic’s Leaders of Today and Tomorrow and is reserved for members of the Museum and L.O.T.T. Not a member? Join today! Oct. 5, 6 - 8 p.m., The Columbus Museum, 1251 Wynnton Road, Columbus.

Arts on the River Fine Arts only show and sale. Artists compete for cash awards, with Best in Show being $1200. Outdoor event in the median of a thriving business districe of historical significance.

Entertainment all day, some artists will be working. Web site has hints for first time exhibitors; artsontheriver.com.

Oct. 21, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., 1100 Broadway, Columbus.

Adult Crafternoon Calling all crafters! Join the North Public Library to make unique and useful crafts. All supplies provided. October’s craft is a Mystery Craft! Oct. 24, 4 - 5:30 p.m., North Columbus Public Library, 5689 Armour Road, Columbus

Liberty District Walking Tour

The historic Liberty District is home to such national treasures as the Ma Rainey House and The Historic Liberty Theatre. This hour walking tour features the neighborhood’s rich African-American history. The tour is free but spots are limited, so call 706-2432782 to reserve your spot today. Oct. 6, 2 - 3 p.m., Mildred L. Terry Public Library, 640 Veterans Parkway, Columbus

Graffiti Canvas Art Join the Britt David Cultural Arts Studio for a fun evening creating art. People with breathing issues should take necessary precautions, as spray paint can be dangerous. The event is $35, and space is limited. Participants must register by calling the studio at (706) 653-4196. Sept. 21, 6:30 – 8 p.m., Britt David Cultural Arts Studio, 2700 West Britt David Road, Columbus

Beautiful Voluptuous Women Fashion Show

The purpose of this show is to bring all of our beautiful, plus size women together for a night of fashion and fun to build confidence and self-esteem. We’ll have amazing plus size models from all over the region to R.I.P. the runway, showing off personality and fashion.

We’ll be showcasing 50+ models for this show. We look forward to sharing this event with you all! Oct. 7, 6 - 10 p.m., Columbus Georgia Convention & Trade Center, 801 Front Avenue, Columbus

Christmas Made in the South An Arts & Crafts Festival As Christmas time approaches what better way to get ready for the holiday season than buying American-made treasures crafted with creativity. You’ll find pottery, jewelry, metal sculpture, woodworking, glass, Christmas ornaments, photography, fine art, delicious gourmet delights and so much more! P.S. Old Saint Nick will be there so bring your gift list. Admission $7, children 12 and under free. Oct. 27 - 29, Columbus, Georgia Convention & Trade Center, 801 Front Avenue, Columbus

Bare Ware Pottery Hosted by Morningside Women’s Ministry, this is a chance for ladies to get creative. Choose a piece of pottery and decorate it to show off to your family and friends. Prices vary based on the pottery you choose. Oct. 14, 3:30 p.m., Bare Ware Pottery Studio, 3912 Woodruff Farm Road, Columbus Access for the Arts An art exploration program for individuals and caregivers with early stage Alzheimer’s. We offer monthly tours or handson art making sessions led by a Museum Educator. Register one week prior to each class by contatcing the Alzheimer’s Association at 1-800-272-3900. Oct. 16, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., The Columbus Museum, 1251 Wynnton Road, Columbus Coffee & Coloring Club Looking for a relaxing activity to de-stress and create beautiful artwork at the same time? North’s Coffee & coloring Club is just the thing. All supplies will be provided. Sept. 12, Oct. 17, Nov. 14, Dec. 12, 4 p.m., North Columbus Public Library, 5689 Armour Road, Columbus You’re a Wizard You may still be waiting on your letter from Hogwarts to come by owl but that doesn’t mean you can’t be a wizard. Come paint LocaL

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calendars and come have a great time at Outlaws Saloon.Oct. 7, 9 - midnight, Outlaws Saloon, 6499 Veterans Parkway, Columbus

Sean Kennedy Live at Outskirtsl

Sean Kennedy will be performing live on stage from 9PM 1AM. Come early to get the best seats in the house and take advantage of all the Outskirts’ food & drink specials. Oct. 13, 9 p.m. - 1 a.m., The Outskirts Sports Bar & Grill, 5736 Veterans Parkway, Columbus

GP38 at The Buck Wild Saloon

GarageBand Creation Course

GP38 returns to The Buck Wild Saloon Oct. 13. The dance floor was packed last time they blew through, and this gig is sure to be kicking again with GP38’s real country music and your favorite southern and classic rock. $5 cover. Oct. 13, 9: p.m. CST, The Buck Wild Saloon, 17695 US Highway 280 E, Smiths Station, Alabama

Teens, take this chance to learn the fundamentals of instrumental creation and more using the GarageBand music app, an accessible and versatile platform from which anyone can launch their dreams, note for note. For information, call 706-243-2690. Oct. 6 & 20, 4:30 p.m., Chattahoochee Valley Library Teens, 3000 Macon Road, Columbus

Concert for a Cause

Join the United Way of the Chattahoochee Valley for Concert For A Cause. Enjoy live music, food and family fun. Admission is just $5 and all proceeds go to United Way of the Chattahoochee Valley’s 2017 Campaign. United Way invest these donations into local community programs that provide resources in the areas of health, income, education and basic needs. Sponsored by the City of Phenix City and CTV-Beam. Oct. 14, noon - 6 p.m., Phenix City Amphitheater, 1500 Airport Road, Phenix City

Dulcimer Jam

Listen to the wonderful musicians from the North Georgia Foothills Dulcimer Assocation as they play for your enjoyment.

Bring a chair or enjoy bench seating. Event will be at the wooden amphitheater in the campground below the dam. The even is free except for $5 parking fee. Oct. 7, 1 - 2 p.m., Franklin D. Roosevelt State Park, 2970 GA Highway 190, Pine Mountain, Georgia

Ken and Drew Acoustic

October Artist Showcase

Join Ken and Drew of Sister Hazel, alternative rock band from Gainesville, Florida, for an evening of great music at one of Columbus’s favorite restaurants, bars and music venues. For tickets and more information, visit theloft.com. Oct. 14, 7 - 10 p.m., The Loft, 1032 Broadway, Columbus

Join Everything Musical for their October Artist Showcase, where musical artists of all kinds can meet, mingle and show off their hard word. It’s free to play and free to attend. Sign up at the store. Oct. 7, 4:30 - 6 p.m., Everything Musical, 2400 W Britt David Road, Columbus

Old Hits Saturday

Music & Dancing on the Mountain with Randy & Darlene Dameron

Join Mercy’s Jamaican Kitchen for old school reggae, soca, dancehall and R&B. Enjoy all the best old music you grew up on and rock to magnumsound, with DJ Anthony C and DJ Sniper. Makes a great date night. Oct. 14, 8 p.m. - 4 a.m., Mercy’s Jamaican Kitchen, 5753 Milgen Road, Columbus

Dance, sing-a-long, and enjoy classic 60’s and 70’s music from our fabulous local musicians. Bring a chair or enjoy cement seating. Event will be at the Stone Amphitheater next to the Park Office on Hwy 190. Event is free, only a $5 parking fee is needed. Oct. 7, 7 - 9 p.m., Franklin D. Roosevelt State Park, 2970 GA Highway 190, Pine Mountain, Georgia

Marbin at The Loft

MARBIN is a progressive jazz-rock band based in Chicago, IL, with a unique story that stands out in today’s music world. With a do-it-yourself approach, Marbin started touring extensively in 2011, bringing their original instrumental music to every part of the United States. Through word of mouth, Marbin has gained the attention of thousands of devoted fans all over the world, and has sold tens of thousands of albums. Visit theloft.com for tickets. Oct. 17, 7 p.m., The Loft, 1032 Broadway, Columbus

Mozart & Ravel

One of Mozart’s last great symphonies and Ravel’s tour-de-force for woodwinds bookend CSO Principal Flute Jim Zellers’ performance of Lowell Liebermann’s beautiful flute concerto. Oct. 7, 6:30 - 10 p.m., Columbus Symphony Orchestra, 900 Broadway, Columbus

GP38 at LV Bar & Grill

In the Garden Concert Series, feat.

The D.S.O.S. Band

Join GP38 for a night of great food, fun and real country music at this family friendly, non-smoking venue with plenty of TVs for all your favorite college football games! Oct. 7, 8:30 p.m., LV Bar & Grill, 6516 Kitten Lake Drive, Midland, Georgia

The Young Art Patrons invite you to a night of fun, food, and music in the Bradley Olmsted Garden of The Columbus Museum. Enjoy sounds of R&B and funk with your family and friends. Bring your own food and beverages or purchase from local food trucks. Oct. 19, 6 - 9 p.m., The Columbus Museum, 1251 Wynnton Road, Columbus

Kaleb King at Outlaws Saloon

Kaleb King is making his debut full band performance at Outlaws Saloon. The Columbus native will be returning to his hometown after playing shows all over the country for the past year. Kaleb has opened for acts such as Gary Allan, Joe Nichols and Craig Morgan over the past two years, and is currently working on a new record. Make sure to mark your LocaL

Alabama Avenue at Sundown Concert

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Park. Everyone is encouraged to bring a blanket or lawn chairs, a picnic supper and friends. Dogs and children are welcome. Bring the family and come sing and dance. Oct. 19, 6 8:30 p.m. CST, Kiesel Park, Chadwick Lane, Auburn, Alabama

Flashback Friday Lawn Party

Come to Sweetland Amphitheater at Boyd Park for a night of music from The Reasons Why, who play songs of the 60s, 70s and 80s. The event is free and open to the public. No outside food or drink allowed, but there will be food trucks on hand for all your needs. Oct. 20, 6:30 - 10:30 p.m., Sweetland Amphitheater at Boyd Park, 110 Smith Street, LaGrange, Georgia

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McIntosh County Shouters Concert

Join us for a lively performance with the nationally acclaimed McIntosh County Shouters. It was widely believed that the ring shout had ceased to be practiced in African American communities throughout the South. It wasn’t until 1980 that folklorists discovered the ring shout was still alive and practiced in Bolden/Briar Patch.

This specific community had continued teaching children about the ring shout for over 300 years. As the only authentic practitioners of the historic ring shout, they are invited to perform at festivals around the country. The McIntosh County Shouters have received the Governor’s Award in the Humanities in Georgia and have performed at the John F. Kennedy Center and Library of Congress, and most recently at the opening ceremonies for the National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington, D.C. Oct. 21, 3 - 4 p.m., The Columbus Museum, 1251 Wynnton Road, Columbus

Khashimov Plays Brahms

Prize-winning violinist Nadir Khashimov returns to Columbus to play Brahms only violin concerto. Also programmed are Beethoven’s “Pastorale” symphony and Grieg’s haunting melodies. (As if brews from Nonic, as mentioned above, wasn’t enough). Oct. 21, 6 - 7:30 p.m., Columbus Symphony Orchestra, 900 Broadway, Columbus

ALBUM RELEASE PARTY & HALLOWEEN JAM for SOUL-FUNK Five-Some, The Rail

Forrest Wars / Death Song Bad Parents / TBE

Join The Estate, Columbus’s only do-it-yourself, all-ages music club for music and camaraderie. $5 at the door. Oct. 25, 7 p.m., The Estate, 1231 Midway Drive, Columbus

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he Rail, a soul-funk quintet from Columbus and Birmingham, buried themselves in Spinnaker Studios all summer, working on their first album, “Quick, The Lights!” and we who keep up with the music scene have missed them. Now that they’re wrapping up production, they’re heading to The Loft, Oct. 28 for an album release and Halloween party.

You probably haven’t seen The Rail yet, and for good reason.

Formed in July last year, the group is new, but you might recognize the players. Aaron Goldberg (bass) and Dean Tovey (guitar) have played together for years, going back to area favorite Skydog Gypsy. Dean also had years of experience working with Jason Ezzell (guitar), who played with Martell Hughes (percussion) with the group Uncommon. Aaron, who is deeply immersed in the Birmingham jazz scene, introduced Earnest Echols (keyboards) to the group early this Spring.

Since formation, The Rail has busied themselves at Spinnaker Studios, working on “Quick, The Lights.” Dean Tovey says that this audio time has been vital, helping the band “explore the direction of our sound and identity.”

The Rail have a lot of musical identities to navigate. Coming from backgrounds as varied as jazz, funk, rock and hip-hop, The Rail have fused these styles into a tight, dance-inducing groove that swings from mellow reggae to hard rock. Dean was kind enough to send some advance studio cuts, and we’ve been

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listening to them all week.

Of their song-writing process, Dean explains that they start with the groove. From this deep, funky base, the band builds precisely articulated compositions which they can explore in extended improvisational jams. In the tunes we received, there are clearly hints and echoes of Herbie Hancock, John Scofield and Galactic, artists The Rail adamantly claim as influences.

What we do not hear from The Rail are tracks that sound like any of those artists. The Rail exist inside their broader genre as a unique iteration, not an imitation. The music is textured, surprising, funked up and fun.

The music, which can swell from controlled and calm to a full-blown, funky gale, is a byproduct of the way each member came into music. Dean, Jason and Martell are all self-taught musicians. Aaron studied at the prestigious Berkeley College of Music in Boston, and Earnest’s day job is as a high school band director. The balance of backgrounds, between classically trained and do-it-yourself, produces a balance in the music, between rawness and refinement, that allows the group to interweave such diverse influences into their work.

Outside of The Rail, each member is busy with music. Jason Ezzell owns and operates Spinnaker Studios, an audio production facility in Columbus that specializes in voiceovers, musical ensembles and singer-songwriters. Dean Tovey and Martell Hughes both hand craft their own instruments, which you can see Oct. 28 at The Loft. Earnest Echols and Aaron Goldberg both live in Birmingham, where Earnest teaches high school band and Aaron gigs with local jazz ensembles.v

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Blessing of the Animals at PAWS Humane

Join PAWS Humane during our annual Blessing of the Animals!

Our pets are a blessing to us, so help us in blessing them.

Bring your furry companions along to receive a blessing from our guest, Chaplain Don McKelvey. Stay afterwards to watch all of PAWS current residents receive a blessing too. Oct. 7, 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., PAWS Humane, 4900 Milgen Road, Columbus

Youth Action March

The Youth Action March is intended to turn political hopelessness into political empowerment. No matter your age, you have a tremendous ability to move your city, your state, and your country in a more inclusive and forward-looking direction - whether by engaging our government or working with non-governmental organizations. Be ready to be inspired by powerful organizations and incredible under-30 speakers.

More importantly, be ready to take your inspiration and turn it into a commitment to the hours, money or solidarity you are prepared to contribute to organizations doing incredible work on the local, regional, and national front. Oct. 7, noon - 3 p.m., 1123 Broadway, Columbus

Bilingual Storytime

Rich in songs, games, play, dance and language, this special edition storytime is led in English and Spanish. Whether you’re wanting your child to get a head start on learning or just want to hear cuentos de Español, join the North Columbus Public Library for a tiempo divertido. Event is free. For details, call 706-748-2855. Oct. 5 & 19 and Nov. 2, 11:15, North Columbus Public Library, 5689 Armour Road, Columbus

Light Up the Night PINK

Join Max Fitness Elite for a Breast Cancer Awareness Month Zumba party kick-off. Class is free to all members and only $5 for non-members. Hot pink shirts will be on sale for $10.

All proceeds go to the Columbus Regional Breast Cancer Fund.

Childcare provided, so bring the little ones. Oct. 5, 7:30 p.m., Max Fitness Elite, 3049 Tower Road, Columbus

The Write Stuff: Teen Writing & Performance Workshop

The Fountain City Teen Poetry Slam will offer this free writing/ performance workshop for area youth aged 13 through 19. There will be snacks and refreshments for the youth in attendance.

Attendees will be lead through creative writing exercises, as well as cover poetry in the realm of competition. We will discuss common habits in writing and seek to break those habits that don’t enhance the poem. We will discuss voice, presentation, and writing to clearly express an idea. Students will craft a freeverse poem of their own and will be challenged to step outside of their everyday use of language. Students will also receive some awesome tips on editing existing work. This workshop will be facilitated by Ashlee Haze, one of Atlanta’s premier performance artists. Oct. 7, 2:30 - 6 p.m., North Columbus Public Library, 5689 Armour Road, Columbus

Annual Fall Festival with Country Home Furnishings of Cataula

Join CHF for their Annual Fall Festival and sales in both shops.

In addition to $11 mums from the Valley Rescue Mission, there will be tastings of local jams, jellies, sauces, breads and honey.

Varied vendors will be on site with lots of interesting items, and two local authors will be signing books. For more information, call Helen at 706-327-0708. Oct. 7, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Country Home Furnishings of Cataula, 2845 US 27, Cataula, Georgia

2nd Annual Heroes on Wheels

Join Infamous Ink Columbus as they partner with Chattahoochee Harley Davidson and the Little White House to bring you the 2nd Annual Heroes on Wheels. All bikes welcome. Registration is $20 for riders and $5 for passengers. There will be a 50/50 raffle, drawings for prizes and a best beard contest. Come out for wind through your hair, food, fun and contests.

Oct. 7, 9:30 a.m. - 3 p.m., Little White House Road, Warm Springs, Georgia

Saturday Free Play

Join Bricks and Minifigs, Columbus’ destination for all things LEGO, for a Saturday free play. The party room will be open, so bring the kids, play for free, and build to the limits of your imagination. Children under five should be supervised. Oct. 7, Bricks and Minifigs, 5592 Whitesville Road, Suite B1, Columbus

Budweiser Clydesdales Visit Phenix City

Social Media Master Class

The world-famous Budweiser Clydesdales will be visiting the 280 Piggly Wiggly in Phenix City on October 6th from 10:00am12:00pm (CST)! This showing will be stationary so you can easily snap some photos! If you arrive an hour before or stay an hour after, you have a chance to see them load and unload the Clydesdales from the fifty-foot long tractor trailers. “Clyd” the Dalmatian will also be on duty! Oct. 7, Piggy Wiggly, 1130 280 Bypass, Phenix City, Alabama

Learn the insights to marketing on Facebook, Instagram, & perfecting your LinkedIn profile with 10 year marketing veteran Alexis M. Jarrett of Grace Media and Consulting LLC. This course is designed for anyone skeptical about paying Facebook & LinkedIn for web traffic. Learn if paid vs. organic reach really works, how to create simple graphics that get you noticed, and how to make your best work skills stand out on LinkedIN. Cost is $45 for 2 hours of teaching time, plus light refreshments. Only 20 seats available. Course is expected to fill up, so please act quickly. A laptop is preferred to bring over a tablet, as we will walk you through creating your own ads. Ads do show up differently on a tablet, so please try to bring a laptop. Oct. 7, 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., Cunningham Conference Center, 3100 Gentian Boulevard, Columbus LocaL

Multicultural Monday: Germany

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gain knowledge and experience from the immense diversity we see all around us. Oct. 9, 5 - 6 p.m., Columbus Public Library, 3000 Macon Road, Columbus

a Saturday in the Fall. Oct. 14, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m., Chattahoochee Harley-Davidson, 3230 Williams Road, Columbus

GANS 65th Annual Convention

With proceeds going to the West Central Georgia Cancer Coalition, this is the perfect opportunity to enjoy dinner, dance, entertainment, giveaways and more. During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, let’s take every opportunity to support this important cause. Oct. 14, 6 - 11 p.m., Columbus, Georgia Convention and Trade Center, 801 Front Avenue

5th Annual Dance the Pink Away

The Georgia Association of Nursing Students invites you to join us for our 65th Annual Convention in beautiful Columbus, Georgia. We warmly welcome all nursing students, pre-nursing students, and faculty advisors on October 12th through the 14th. Themed “Growing In A Diverse Profession”, this year’s convention is a wonderful opportunity to: attend educational focus sessions, visit the exhibition hall, explore exciting career options, expand professional leadership skills, and build networking within the healthcare community. Visit ganursingstudents.org for more information about event schedule. Oct. 12 - 14, Columbus, Georgia Convention & Trade Center, 801 Front Avenue, Columbus

One More Chapter Book Club

Our October selection will be “A Gentleman in Moscow” by Amor Towles“A transporting novel about a man who is ordered to spend the rest of his life inside a luxury hotel. Brimming with humor, a glittering cast of characters, and one beautifully rendered scene after another, this singular novel casts a spell as it relates the count’s endeavor to gain a deeper understanding of what it means to be a man of purpose.”

Oct. 19, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m., North Columbus Public Library, 5689 Armour Road, Columbus

Life Hacks for Adults: Home Buying

Are you a first time home buyer and don’t know where to begin? Get tips and tricks from the professionals to help you in your search. Caitlin Haka, Realtor and Donald Bowles, Builder will be our guest speakers. For more information, call the Adult Services department at 706-243-2669. Oct. 12, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m., Columbus Public Library, 3000 Macon Road, Columbus

East Alabama Motor Speedway Dirt Racing Experience

Get out of the stands and get behind the wheel of a real dirt racecar at East Alabama Motor Speedway with the Kenny Wallace Dirt Racing Experience! Limited spots available, must book in advance. Visit dirtracewithkenny.com for more information.

Oct. 21, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., East Alabama Motor Speedway, 4238 US Highway 80 W, Phenix City

Cannon Ball Run

Join Chattahoochee Harley-Davidson for great music and food at this cannon ball run. Gates open at 7 a.m. and the festivities run well into the afternoon. It’s a fun way to spend

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Southern Living Plant Collection Garden Party

Sunrise Yoga

Welcome the sun during this beginner friendly Hatha class with certified instructor, Jeanne Crass. Wear loose or flexible clothing and bring water and a mat or thick towel. $3 cost at the door. Meet next to the Park Office at the Stone Amphitheater.

Oct. 7, 7:15 - 8:30 a.m., Franklin D. Roosevelt State Park, 2970 GA Highway 190, Pine Mountain, Geor-gia

Make plans to join us for our Southern Living Plant Collection Garden Party. Free food, fun and fabulousness. Southern Living Plant experts will be on hand for tons of fall planting advice, demonstrations, make and takes and more. Our Landscape Design team will also be on hand for ideas, tips and landscape advice.

Bring the kids for pumpkin and face painting. Oct. 21, 10 a.m. 2 p.m., Bloomers Lawn & Garden, 6301 Macon Road, Columbus

Yoga Class with Mimosa/Kombucha

Join Bare Roots Farmacy and Kristi Synder for yoga and mimosas/kombucha on the back patio. The class is one hour long and the cost is $15, with includes your choice of mimosa, beermosa or kombu-cha. Participants will need to bring their own yoga mats. Contact Olivia to register at 407-506-6905 or olivia@barerootsfarmacy.com. Oct. 7, 14, 21 & 28, 9:30 a.m., Bare Roots Farmacy, 105 12th Street, Columbus

FC Teen Poetry Slam Open Mic

Learn the insights to marketing on Facebook, Instagram, Calling all young artists for the Fountain City Teen Poetry Open Mic! This event is open to area youth aged 13 to 19. Whether you’re a poet, singer, comedian or rapper, all are welcome to participate in this open mic. Oct. 28, 4 - 6 p.m., Fountain City Coffee, 1007 Broadway, Columbus

Nutrition Essentials Course

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Let Roben Clark (Nutritional Therapist) and Dana Grant (Wellness Coach) show you how simple it can be to eat well and live a healthier lifestyle with their 3-month Nutritional Therapy course designed to help you develop: 1. Positive habits to nourish your body & soul 2. A new relationship between you and your food 3. The confidence you need to fuel, satisfy, and heal yourself with every meal. Go beyond counting and burning calories to learn HOW you eat affects your ability to succeed in reducing your pant size, in-creasing your energy, improving your immunity, and much more! Call 706-573-3111 for pricing and additional information. Oct. through Dec. on Saturdays, 11:30 a.m., River Flow Yoga and Wellness, 6801 River Road #403, Co-lumbus

Team RWB Fort Benning/Columbus Trail Running Clinic Runners! Don’t miss the third Team RWB Fort Benning/Columbus Trail Running Clinic on Oct 6, 7 & 8 at Franklin D. Roosevelt State Park. Join for a weekend of trails and clinic led by longtime trail and ultra-runners. Free to all Team RWB members and active and retired military personnel. For registration and other information email Justin.johnson@teamrwb.org. Oct. 6, 7, & 8, Franklin D. Roosevelt State Park, 2970 GA Highway 190, Pine Mountain, Georgia

Yoga for Osteoporosis - A 6 Week Series

Concerned about thinning bones, osteopenia or osteoporosis?

Learn the proven method of building stronger bones and even reversing Osteopenia/Osteoporosis! Join certified Yoga For Osteoporosis in-structors April Laxton and Betsey Wilson and learn how to safely use yoga poses to build stronger bones.

Created by Dr. Loren Fishman, this method was developed from a 10 year study on using yoga to increase bone strength. You do not need any yoga experience - beginners are welcome. $95 for all 6 sessions. Saturdays 1:00pm - 2:15pm beginning Saturday October 7 - Saturday November 11th. Space is strictly limited!

You must register and pay in advance to reserve your space!

Oct. 7 - Nov. 11, 1 p.m., Art of Yoga, 627 2nd Avenue, Columbus

Moonlight Paddle

Choose a canoe, kayak or paddle boat for an evening adventure on Lake Delanor with staff guides. Geared towards swimmers, ages 10 and up. Two paddlers per canoe/kayak unless single kayak. Paddle boats hold 4. Children must be accompanied by an adult. $10 per person includes lifejacket, paddles and boat. Pre-register and pre-pay only at the Park Office. Limited space. Meet at Boat House on Lake Delanor in the campground.

Oct. 6, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m., Franklin D. Roosevelt State Park, 2970 GA Highway 190, Pine Mountain, Geor-gia

FALL Into Ayurveda

Commonly known as the sister science to yoga, the system of Ayurveda was developed in India over 5,000 years ago and is still highly respected as “the mother of all systems of health and medicine.” With the changing of seasons, we will learn how to scientifically respect the cyclical rhythm of nature and our center (prakriti) by exploring basic Ayurvedic wisdom and ways to easily incorporate this life-changing practice into your life for more vibrancy, longevity, and immunity for the mind, body and spirit. Class is $40. Be sure to bring your yoga mat, water, and wear comfortable clothing you can practice in. Oct. 8, River Flow Yoga and Wellness, 6901 River Road #403, Columbus

Columbus Day Relay

Join Big Dog Running Company for this 60 mile relay race.

Bring your team and test your mettle! Team categories are: all male, all female, co-ed and masters (age 40+). This 60 mile loop around the outskirts of Columbus begins in Uptown, runs north before circling east, and turns south to run along the Rails to Trails before finishing back in Uptown along the Chattahoochee Riverwalk. Participants will run four separate times in rotation, about three to five miles per leg. Registration is $160 per team. For tickets, visit runsignup.com. Oct. 7, 4 a.m 6 p.m., Big Dog Running Company, 1200 Broadway, Columbus LocaL

Self Defense Seminar

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18, as we will cover some sensitive topics in the seminar. The seminar will be led by 6th Degree Master Instructor and Certified Self Defense Instructor, Monika Bishop-McElwee. For more information, call 706-221-7157 or email bishopstkd@gmail. com. Oct. 10, 6 - 8 p.m., Bishop’s Tae Kwon Do Plus Academy, 5828 Moon Road, Columbus

and controlling the breath, so one can encourage greater energy flow within their mind and body. Pranayama is considered one of the most important aspects of yoga, so learning how to use it and when will absolutely transform your practice and life for the better! $30.

Bring your yoga mat and were comfortable clothing. Oct. 15, 1 - 3 p.m., River Flow Yoga and Wellness, 6801 River Road, Columbus

Help the Hooch

Come help the Chattahoochee River. Help the Hooch will be back at it, cleaning our local river. Sign up today by emailing Katelyn at kkilpatr@troy.edu to help keep our community clean.

Oct. 13, 9:30 - 11 a.m., Troy University on the Chattahoochee, 1510 Whitewater Avenue, Phenix City

The Big 50

The Big 50 trail run will be a 50K race along the scenic Pine Mountain Trail. the race will start and finish at the Liberty Bell Pool, inside FDR State Park. Runers can expect single track trails with lots of roots, rocks, and nothing flat - for lots of fun! The date has been strategically selected to guarantee perfect conditions... not hot, not cold, and not humid!

Oct. 21, 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., Franklin D. Roosevelt State Park, 2970 GA Highway 190, Pine Mountain, Georgia

Spectacular Spiders

Join Dr. George Staton to learn about the natural history of these important and often misunderstood arachnids. Bring a flashlight for a short spider walk. Meet at the outdoor covered shelter next to campground Trading Post. Geared towards adults and families with children ages 8 and up. $2 correct change per person. Oct. 13, 7 - 7:45 p.m., Franklin D. Roosevelt State Park, 2970 GA Highway 190, Pine Mountain, Georgia

Hike and Learn Leave no Trace Workshop

We will hike the Mountain Creek Nature Trail of the Pine Mountain Trail. Though less strenuous, it is also one of the prettiest as it passes through several plant habitats. We will stop for lunch, that will be provided to you. During lunch we will learn the seven principles of Leave No Trace. Leave No Trace is relevant to anyone who spends time outdoors. It’s a set of science based guidelines that can help protect the places you enjoy spending time. Join us and learn how to enjoy your world responsibly. Oct. 21, 8 - 11 a.m., Franklin D. Roosevelt State Park, 2970 GA Highway 190, Pine Mountain, Georgia

Owl Prowl

Learn about these nocturnal wonders and enjoy a sensory 1 mile night walk to listen for these fabulous raptors. Meet at the shelter next to the Trading Post in the campground. $2 per person ages 4 and up. Oct. 13, 7 - 8 p.m., Franklin D. Roosevelt State Park, 2970 GA Highway 190, Pine Mountain, Georgia

Columbus Against Bullying 15k Race

Hosted by Big Dog Running Company and Columbus Against Bullying, sign up for this race to help end bullying. For tickets, find the event on runsignup.com. Oct. 14, 7:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., 1200 Broadway, Columbus

Whooooo’s in your Neighborhood?

Join us as we explore the amazing world of owls including the habitats of Eastern Screech Owls, Barred Owls, and Great-horned Owls, and meet a living representative of each species. Learn how to make your area “owl-friendly” nest box and to identify native owls by their calls.

Assist in constructing an owl nest box and one lucky attendee will be able to take the finished product home.

Recommended for ages 6 and above. Walking may be over uneven surfaces. Instructors: Birds of Prey Staff. Fee: $35/Adults, $17/Children (ages 6-15) Guests. Contact the Education Department at 1-855-546-9740 or email education@callawaygardens.com for more information. Oct. 21, 9 a.m. - noon, Callaway Gardens, 17800 Highway 27, Pine Mountain, Georgia

Entomologist for a Day Curious about crawlies? Here’s your chance to study them up close. Spend a day with our entomolo-gists at Cecil B. Day Butterfly Center as they guide you through basic identification of local in-sects. Learn how to find invertebrates in the wild and how to make your very own collection! You’ll even go home with a tropical butterfly! Stick around after dusk for light trapping to see what goes buzz in the night! A great introduction to entomology for adults and aspiring naturalists ages 8 and up. Participants must be comfortable working closely with insects, both live and dead. $15 for individuals; $50 for a fam-ily of four. Oct. 14, 2:30 - 10 p.m., Callaway Gardens, 17800 US Highway 27, Pine Mountain, Georgia

Columbus Out of the Darkness Walk

All information at this walk is at www.afsp.org/ColumbusGA. Contact walk chair Donna Faircloth for vol-unteer and sponsorship opportunities at dbfaircloth2002@gmail.com. Be sure to visit our chapter web-pages atwww.afsp.org/Georgia. Oct. 21, 11 a.m., Weracoba Park at Lakebottom, 1701 Cherokee Avenue, Columbus

Astronomy Night

Providence Canyon invites the public to join us and the Coca Cola Space Science Center for a night un-der the stars. Learn about the night sky and view stars and planets through telescopes. Seating will be provided, but please feel free to bring your own lawn chairs for more comfort. ($5 parking) For more information please call Breanna Walker at (229)8384706. Oct. 14, 7:30 - 10:30 p.m., Providence Canyon State Park Road, Lumpkin, Georgia

PMT Fall Hike

Meet your Pine Mountain Trail Association guides at the Callaway Country Store Overlook Parking lot for a moderate, 4 mile easy to moderate hike to the FDR Park Office. Shuttle provided for return to your ve-hicle. Bring water and a snack. Event is free. Oct. 21, 1 - 4:30 p.m., Franklin D. Roosevelt State Park, 2970 GA Highway 190, Pine Mountain, Georgia

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Super Hero Trail Ride

Adults and youth, wear your favorite, comfortable super hero costume and join the wranglers for a guided fall trail ride. Prize for the best costume. Must pre-register.

Call the stables at (706) 628-7463, Arrive by 9:40 a.m.. $35. Oct. 29, 10 a.m. - noon, Franklin D. Roosevelt State Park, 2970 GA Highway 190, Pine Mountain, Georgia Want to see your event listed here? Email editor@thelocalcolumbus.com

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all clues lead to a golden egg! For information, visit uptowncolumbusga.com.

Oct. 21, 2 - 5 p.m., The Uptown Tap, 1024 Broadway, Columbus Brahms & Brews Brahms and brews… what could be better?! Enjoy this Oktoberfest themed evening party sponsored by Nonic Bar & Kitchen in the RiverCenter’s 3rd Floor Atrium with specialty brews and hors d’oeuvres followed by a fantastic CSO concert featuring some of the best German composers of all time, Brahms & Beethoven. Wir sehen uns dort! (See you there!) Tickets are $35. Oct. 21, 6 - 7:30 p.m., Columbus Symphony Orchestra, 900 Broadway, Columbus Cocktails & Characters Hosted by Chattahoochee Valley Libraries, this is a book club for adults. Join library staff each month to discuss books written by and about interesting, funny and fascinating folks.

This month’s book is “The Princess Diarist” by Carrie Fisher, an intimate, hilarious and revealing recollection of what happened behind the scenes on one of the most famous movie sets of all time, the first Star Wars film. Oct. 6, 6 - 8 p.m., Sapo’s Mexican Cocina & Bar, 3033 Manchester Expressway, Columbus Auburn/Opelika Wild Wing Cafe Grand Opening with GP38 Already a Columbus institution, Wild Wing Cafe opens its doors in Opelika Friday, Oct. 6. Come for great food in a family-friendly, no-smoking environment, and stick around for GP38, who play all your favorite real country and southern rock favorites. Band gets rockin’ at 9:30 p.m.

Central Time. Oct. 6, Wild Wing Cafe - Auburn/Opelika, 3040 Capps Way, Opelika, Alabama SUDS = StartUp DrinkS for Entrepreneurs Social drinking club with a StartUp problem. We are a group of creative minds who come together to socialize and develop entreneurship networks. Just like a child, it takes a village to create startups. We have fun, build relationships and change the world one drink at a time! And BTW, WATER is a perfectly acceptable “drink”, quite literally the most efficient one our body chemistry and biology was designed to process! Oct. 10, 5:30 - 8 p.m., Nonic Bar & Kitchen, 1239 Broadway, Columbus

Sweetland Craft Beer and Music Festival ’17 The second annual Sweetland Craft Beer & Music Festival is an outdoor festival featuring breweries from across the southeast and beyond on Sweetland Amphitheatre’s Great Lawn in historic downtown LaGrange.

The festival features great live music, local food vendors, lawn games, a SEC football viewing area & more. Gates open at 4 p.m. Tickets are $35 in advance, $40 at the gate, and $10 for music only. Oct. 21, 4 - 9 p.m., Sweetland Amphitheater at Boyd Park, 110 Smith Street, LaGrange, Georgia Dinner in the Garden 2017 On October 21, 2017, Twin Cedars will host a unique fundraiser to benefit Anne Elizabeth Shepherd Home. We are bringing back a great concept in a new venue. This year’s event will take place in the gardens at the historic Wynn House. With a five course meal served under the stars and paired with the best wines, how can you go wrong? A collaboration between Chef Bryant Walker of the Wicked Hen and Chef Matthew Raiford of the Farmer and the Larder, this event promises an inspired menu. If you love the bounty of the ocean along with the best of Georgia grown food, you must join us! Must be 21 to attend. Oct. 21 6:30 - 10 p.m., The Wynn House, 1240 Wynnton Road, Columbus Want to see your event listed here? Email editor@thelocalcolumbus.com

Death By Chocolate Gala On Friday October 13th, 2017, The National Civil War Naval Museum will host its second annual Death By Chocolate gala, a fundraising event. Delicious chocolate treats from some of the Chattahoochee Valley’s finest restaurants, chefs, caterers, and confectioners will be available for chocolate lovers to enjoy. Admission is only $35 for museum members and $50 for non-members.

Tickets for this event are available here: http://www. portcolumbus.org/ticket or by phone: 706-327-9798. Oct. 13, 7 - 10 p.m., National Civil War Naval Museum, 1002 Victory Drive, Columbus Uptown’s Wild Goose Chase Adult Scavenger Hunt Attention craft beer lovers, Goose Island Beer Company is taking over downtown, Saturday, October 21, from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Grab a partner and takeoff from the downtown courtyard, navigating your way through Uptown Columbus on this adult scavenger hunt. Your mission—collect the most golden eggs hidden in mystery locations in Uptown. Two-person teams will have to solve trivia, puzzles, questions, and complete challenges before they can collect their eggs. However, be advised – not LocaL

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Like tequila, mezcal is labelled according to the amount of time it is aged, though the age categories vary slightly from tequila.

To the most pressing question: how is mezcal best enjoyed? The smoky flavor and smooth texture doesn’t need dressing up. Serve it neat or over ice for casual sipping. For something more festive, you can’t go wrong with any of these fun cocktail ideas.

One Tequila, Two Tequila... Paloma-esque or maybe try a MEZCAL?

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or this month’s column, we’re talking about a distillation from south of the border. At a trade show recently, I tried mezcal for the first time. Wow. I was struck by the flavor profile. I’ve always enjoyed tequila, either in a shot or cocktail, but this was different—smoky, textured, smooth sipping. After the show, I was talking with a friend, and I realized there was a lot I didn’t know about tequila and mezcal.

Like the old adage ‘all bourbons are whiskey, but not all whiskeys are bourbon,’ not all mezcals are tequilas, but all tequilas are mezcals. A mezcal is any agave-based liquor, which includes tequila. Tequila is made only in one of five regions of Mexico, and only from the blue agave cactus.

Mezcal, on the other hand, can be made from any one of thirty varieties of agave, and may be produced in any one of nine different regions of Mexico. Tequila and mezcal are made from different types of agave, in different regions of Mexico, in different distillation processes, and they are labelled differently. Their only commonality is that they are both made from some species of the same genus of succulent.

What is agave? Agaves are succulents, and although they look very similar, they are not a cacti or aloe relative. Tequila and mezcal are made from the harvested core of the agave plant, or the pina.

Mezcal is typically produced using a traditional method: it is cooked inside clay pots that are place in earthen pits lined with rocks and filled with wood and charcoal. It is the fuel that accounts for the smoky flavor typical of mezcal. Once the distillation process is over, both mezcal and tequila are aged inside oak barrels.

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1 ounce mezcal 1 ½ tsp honey 1 ½ ounces Cocchi Americano 1 ounce fresh grapefruit juice ½ ounce fresh lime juice pinch of salt 1 ½ ounces seltzer

The Paloma is a classic tequila cocktail, and my personal favorite. Tweak the ingredients just a bit to come up with this riff off the classic that shows off the smoky mezcal.

Cucumber, Salt & Smoke 1" cucumber slice, chopped 1 ounce pisco 1 ounce mezcal 1 ounce fresh lemon juice 1 ounce simple syrup 1 large egg white pinch of salt & ice 3 drops of bitters, for garnish In a cocktail shaker, muddle the cucumber.

Add the pisco, mezcal, lemon juice, simple syrup, egg white, and salt, and shake well. Add ice and shake again. Decorate the top of the drink with dots of bitters and swirl.

Maguey Sour 2 ounces mezcal ½ ounce Benedictine (brandy based herbal liqueur) ¾ ounce fresh lemon juice ½ ounce orgeat (almond flavored syrup) ½ large egg white For garnish - pinch of nutmeg, orange twist Maguey is another name for agave, the succulent used in mezcal and tequila.

This twist on a whiskey sour is worth the effort. To an ice-filled cocktail shaker, add all ingredients except garnishes.

Shake well. Strain into ice-filled rocks glass and garnish with grated nutmeg and orange twist.

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