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Bragg Jam returns! And it's bigger and better than ever. More than forty bands will take to the stage this Saturday in downtown Macon. Performers headlining the event include Athens band All Good and homegrown artists Demun Jones & Lamar Williams, Jr. The Concert Crawl begins at 5 p.m. There are nine venues to choose from. You can walk or hitch a ride on the trolleys. Several locations will be open to music fans of all ages. Armbands cost $20.
Earlier in the day, there's family fun at Bragg Jam's Arts at the Park on Third Street. There'll be vendors, arts and crafts, music, and other live performances. It all gets going at 10 a.m. and ends when the Concert Crawl begins.
For more information on Bragg Jam events, visit braggjam.org.
Over in Forsyth, the BOOYA youth actor's company opens "Cheaper by the Dozen." When an industrial efficiency expert brings his time-saving techniques home to his kids, family friction ensues. From school, to hygiene, to boyfriends, every part of their lives is micromanaged meticulously. But what can you do when Daddy thinks he knows best? For ticket and performance times, call 994-0443 or go online to thebacklotplayers.org.
The Tubman African American Museum honors its namesake with a new exhibit. "Harriet Tubman: The Moses of Her People" celebrates the courage and sacrifice of a woman who dedicated her life to the service of others. The exhibit includes photos and local artwork, as well as historical documents. Come celebrate the opening this Friday, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. There will be food and live music. Tickets are free for museum members, and $6 for non-members. For more information, visit tubmanmuseum.com.
The Georgia National Fair kicks off in two months. But, tickets for live concerts go on sale this Saturday. Choose from two performances. Josh Turner with Steel Magnolia or Miranda Lambert with Eric Church and Josh Kelly. Make your purchase at georgianationalfair.com. The digital box office opens this Saturday, 9 a.m.
