Thursday, October 15 through November 6

Albany Area YMCA

Basketball | Registration Oct 15-Nov 6 Youth | Ages 5-14 YMCA Member: $95, Non-Member: $115 Age Control Date January 1, 2021 Contact Troy Griggs at 229-436-0531 ext. 209

Monday, October 26 from 10:00 am to 10:30 am

Dougherty County Public Library

Join us for some stories about Halloween!

Monday, October 26 from 10:00 am to 5:30 pm

Dougherty County Public Library

A new theme each week! Come pick up your kit at Central while supplies last.  This week’s theme is Halloween.

Monday, October 26 from 7:00 pm to 7:30 pm

Dougherty County Public Library

Quick easy tutorials to make life easier.  October’s sessions will cover understanding Health Insurance.

Tuesday, October 27 All Day

Albany Museum of Art

Tuesday, October 27 from 10:00 am to 10:30 am

Dougherty County Public Library

Join us for some stories about Halloween!

Tuesday, October 27 from 11:00 am to 11:30 am

Dougherty County Public Library

A chance to preview our newest books, staff picks, and more!

Tuesday, October 27 from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm

Albany Area YMCA

Red Cross Blood Drive | October 27, 2020 11am-4pm Location: Lee Branch YMCA. 316 Robert B. Lee Dr, Leesburg, Ga 31763 For an appointment, please visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767)

Tuesday, October 27 at 1:00 pm

Albany Area Chamber of Commerce

Join the Albany Area Chamber of Commerce for a Q& A with Col. Michael Fitzgerald new commanding officer of Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany. Virtual via Zoom. Pre-register at bit.ly/3iWpLh0.

Tuesday, October 27 from 5:15 pm to 6:35 pm

Albany Museum of Art

This event has a video call.Join: https://meet.google.com/uex-srby-xaf(US) +1 513-783-2118 PIN: 153889987#

Tuesday, October 27 at 6:00 pm

City of Albany

The Board of Commissioners of the City of Albany will be meeting on the following dates, the first work session will be held the first Tuesday of each month and the second work session will be held the third Tuesday of each month  each work session will begin at 8:00 a.m.  The regular business meeting is scheduled the fourth Tuesday at 6:00 p.m.  All of the meetings will be held in room 100 of the Government Center Building located at 222 Pine Avenue. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, meeting are being held virtually and live streamed on the City's Facebook page, YouTube, and Channel 16.

Tuesday, October 27 from 7:00 pm to 7:30 pm

Dougherty County Public Library

How do you know if news is or fake?  Learn what to look for, where to check, and try to identify where news is real or fake.

Wednesday, October 28 from 10:00 am to 10:30 am

Dougherty County Public Library

Join us for some stories about Halloween!

Wednesday, October 28 at 6:00 pm

City of Albany

Pretoria Fields will host a weekly Brews and Bingo game night every Wednesday night from 6-9 PM. There will be fun prizes, food trucks, and great beer with great people. Cheers and see you there! 

Thursday, October 29 at 8:30 am

City of Albany

The Albany Utilities Board has five members, the City of Albany Mayor serves as the chair and the other four members are appointed by the City of Albany Commission for a two-year term. Each appointed member can serve no more than three consecutive two-year terms. The Board meetings are normally scheduled for the 2nd and last Thursday of each month. The meetings are held at the Albany Utilities and Administration Complex located at 401 Pine Avenue in the board room on the second floor. Any alteration of this schedule will be posted.

Thursday, October 29 from 10:00 am to 10:30 am

Dougherty County Public Library

Join us for some stories about Halloween!

Thursday, October 29 from 10:00 am to 10:30 am

Dougherty County Public Library

Wear your PJ’s and join us for a before-bed story time about halloween.

Thursday, October 29 from 10:30 am to 11:00 am

Thronateeska Heritage Center

Welcome to Molecularium: a magical, musical adventure into the world of molecules! This show is an exciting new animation created to spark interest in the atoms and molecules that constitute our world. You’ll be following a cast of characters, based on atoms, as they move throughout the universe from the perspective of a magical ship, also called the Molecularium. The ship can view matter on both the human and molecular levels. 25 minutes https://www.facebook.com/events/293874285162294/?acontext=%7B%22ref%22%3A51%2C%22source%22%3A5%2C%22action_history%22%3A[%7B%22surface%22%3A%22page%22%2C%22mechanism%22%3A%22main_list%22%2C%22extra_data%22%3A%22%5C%22[]%5C%22%22%7D]%2C%22has_source%22%3Atrue%7D

Thursday, October 29 from 11:30 am to 12:00 pm

Thronateeska Heritage Center

Astronomyths blends modern astronomy with ancient Greek mythology. The show travels the audience through a series of constellations as seen from earth and the respective mythological stories after which they were named. This is a great show for audiences of all ages, presenting rich educational content in a highly entertaining way. 24 minutes https://www.facebook.com/events/289962965612895/?acontext=%7B%22ref%22%3A51%2C%22source%22%3A5%2C%22action_history%22%3A[%7B%22surface%22%3A%22page%22%2C%22mechanism%22%3A%22main_list%22%2C%22extra_data%22%3A%22%5C%22[]%5C%22%22%7D]%2C%22has_source%22%3Atrue%7D

Thursday, October 29 from 1:00 pm to 1:30 pm

Thronateeska Heritage Center

The night sky, both beautiful and mysterious, has been the subject of campfire stories, ancient myths and awe for as long as there have been people. A desire to comprehend the Universe may well be humanity’s oldest shared intellectual experience. Yet only recently have we truly begun to grasp our place in the vast cosmos. To learn about this journey of celestial discovery, from the theories of the ancient Greek astronomers to today’s grandest telescopes, we invite you to experience From Earth to the Universe. 30 minutes https://www.facebook.com/events/2645495805668868/?acontext=%7B%22ref%22%3A51%2C%22source%22%3A5%2C%22action_history%22%3A[%7B%22surface%22%3A%22page%22%2C%22mechanism%22%3A%22main_list%22%2C%22extra_data%22%3A%22%5C%22[]%5C%22%22%7D]%2C%22has_source%22%3Atrue%7D

Thursday, October 29 from 2:00 pm to 2:45 pm

Thronateeska Heritage Center

Black Holes takes you on a fully immersive journey through one of the most mystifying, awe-inspiring phenomena in the universe: a black hole. Where do they come from? Where do they go? How do we find them? Is there one on Earth’s horizon? What was Einstein’s connection to them? 37 minutes https://www.facebook.com/events/3230019983720443/?acontext=%7B%22ref%22%3A51%2C%22source%22%3A5%2C%22action_history%22%3A[%7B%22surface%22%3A%22page%22%2C%22mechanism%22%3A%22main_list%22%2C%22extra_data%22%3A%22%5C%22[]%5C%22%22%7D]%2C%22has_source%22%3Atrue%7D

Thursday, October 29 from 3:00 pm to 3:30 pm

Thronateeska Heritage Center

Oasis In Space transports the audience on a startling and beautiful voyage through our universe, galaxy and solar system in search of liquid water, a key ingredient for life on Earth. 24 minutes https://www.facebook.com/events/958890177858339/?acontext=%7B%22ref%22%3A51%2C%22source%22%3A5%2C%22action_history%22%3A[%7B%22surface%22%3A%22page%22%2C%22mechanism%22%3A%22main_list%22%2C%22extra_data%22%3A%22%5C%22[]%5C%22%22%7D]%2C%22has_source%22%3Atrue%7D

Thursday, October 29 from 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm

Dougherty County Public Library

An online role playing game designed for any experience level, including beginners.  You will need to create a free account at roll20.net  Contact Christina for the session code at 229-420-3210 or cshepherd@docolib.org.

Friday, October 30 from 10:00 am to 10:30 am

Dougherty County Public Library

Join us for some stories about Halloween!

Friday, October 30 from 10:30 am to 11:00 am

Thronateeska Heritage Center

Welcome to Molecularium: a magical, musical adventure into the world of molecules! This show is an exciting new animation created to spark interest in the atoms and molecules that constitute our world. You’ll be following a cast of characters, based on atoms, as they move throughout the universe from the perspective of a magical ship, also called the Molecularium. The ship can view matter on both the human and molecular levels. 25 minutes https://www.facebook.com/events/293874285162294/?acontext=%7B%22ref%22%3A51%2C%22source%22%3A5%2C%22action_history%22%3A[%7B%22surface%22%3A%22page%22%2C%22mechanism%22%3A%22main_list%22%2C%22extra_data%22%3A%22%5C%22[]%5C%22%22%7D]%2C%22has_source%22%3Atrue%7D

Friday, October 30 from 11:30 am to 12:00 pm

Thronateeska Heritage Center

Astronomyths blends modern astronomy with ancient Greek mythology. The show travels the audience through a series of constellations as seen from earth and the respective mythological stories after which they were named. This is a great show for audiences of all ages, presenting rich educational content in a highly entertaining way. 24 minutes https://www.facebook.com/events/289962965612895/?acontext=%7B%22ref%22%3A51%2C%22source%22%3A5%2C%22action_history%22%3A[%7B%22surface%22%3A%22page%22%2C%22mechanism%22%3A%22main_list%22%2C%22extra_data%22%3A%22%5C%22[]%5C%22%22%7D]%2C%22has_source%22%3Atrue%7D

Friday, October 30 from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm

Dougherty County Public Library

Writers of all levels are invited to share their love of the written word, take part in writing exercises, group discussions, share best practices, and read original works.  Contact Brittney for the session code at (229) 420-3208 or brood@docolib.org

Friday, October 30 at 12:00 pm

Downtown Albany GA

The City of Albany’s Downtown Office and Recreation and Parks Department is proud to announce the sixth annual Paint the Town Pink event. The purpose of this event is to celebrate breast cancer survivors and raise public awareness of the disease. This year the Paint the Town Pink event will stream virtually for the first time on The City of Albany’s and Downtown Albany’s Facebook page. The event will consist of performances a fashion show and a live raffle. The virtual Paint the Town Pink event will take place on Friday October 30th from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. To sign up for the Paint the Town Pink raffle please follow the link: https://forms.albanyga.gov/Forms/paintthetownpink

Friday, October 30 from 1:00 pm to 1:30 pm

Thronateeska Heritage Center

The night sky, both beautiful and mysterious, has been the subject of campfire stories, ancient myths and awe for as long as there have been people. A desire to comprehend the Universe may well be humanity’s oldest shared intellectual experience. Yet only recently have we truly begun to grasp our place in the vast cosmos. To learn about this journey of celestial discovery, from the theories of the ancient Greek astronomers to today’s grandest telescopes, we invite you to experience From Earth to the Universe. 30 minutes https://www.facebook.com/events/2645495805668868/?acontext=%7B%22ref%22%3A51%2C%22source%22%3A5%2C%22action_history%22%3A[%7B%22surface%22%3A%22page%22%2C%22mechanism%22%3A%22main_list%22%2C%22extra_data%22%3A%22%5C%22[]%5C%22%22%7D]%2C%22has_source%22%3Atrue%7D

Friday, October 30 from 2:00 pm to 2:45 pm

Thronateeska Heritage Center

Black Holes takes you on a fully immersive journey through one of the most mystifying, awe-inspiring phenomena in the universe: a black hole. Where do they come from? Where do they go? How do we find them? Is there one on Earth’s horizon? What was Einstein’s connection to them? 37 minutes https://www.facebook.com/events/3230019983720443/?acontext=%7B%22ref%22%3A51%2C%22source%22%3A5%2C%22action_history%22%3A[%7B%22surface%22%3A%22page%22%2C%22mechanism%22%3A%22main_list%22%2C%22extra_data%22%3A%22%5C%22[]%5C%22%22%7D]%2C%22has_source%22%3Atrue%7D

Friday, October 30 at 2:00 pm

Albany Area YMCA

Farewell Celebration for Louise Shiloh | October 30 The Y is hosting a farewell event via Zoom Conference Call at 2pm, and via a Drive Through Celebration from 2:30-3:30pm at the main YMCA, 1701 Gillionville Rd, Albany, Ga 31707. Please join us to wish Ms. Louise well as she heads into retirement. To RSVP for Zoom, please call Samantha Helton at (229) 436-0531 ext 221

Friday, October 30 from 3:00 pm to 3:30 pm

Thronateeska Heritage Center

Oasis In Space transports the audience on a startling and beautiful voyage through our universe, galaxy and solar system in search of liquid water, a key ingredient for life on Earth. 24 minutes https://www.facebook.com/events/958890177858339/?acontext=%7B%22ref%22%3A51%2C%22source%22%3A5%2C%22action_history%22%3A[%7B%22surface%22%3A%22page%22%2C%22mechanism%22%3A%22main_list%22%2C%22extra_data%22%3A%22%5C%22[]%5C%22%22%7D]%2C%22has_source%22%3Atrue%7D

Friday, October 30 from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Dougherty County Public Library

Join us for Trivia over a fun Halloween movie, Hocus Pocus!

Saturday, October 31 from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm

Albany Area Arts Council Inc

The Albany Area Arts Council is extremely excited to announce that this spring the Arts Council will be partnering with Over The Edge Urban Rappelling and The Flats at 249 to host a fundraising event unlike anything southwest Georgia has ever seen where participants will have the opportunity to rappel down the side of the Flats at 249 apartment building. This event is open to anyone in our community who thinks they have what it takes to go “over the edge” and help us raise the funds we needs to advance the arts in our area. Visit: albanyartscouncil.org to sign up now!

Saturday, October 31 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm

Chehaw Park

Join Chehaw, Flint RiverQuarium, and Thronateeska for a not-so-spooky Halloween event in the Zoo from 10-2, Oct. 31! The event is included in Zoo admission and free for members of Chehaw, the Flint RiverQuarium, or Thronateeska. Guests will trick or treat around the Zoo path collecting candy, playing games, and seeing animals along the way! We encourage everyone to come in costume! If you are interested in participating as a sponsor, please contact Vicki at vchurchman@flintriverquarium.com

Saturday, October 31 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm

Flint RiverQuarium

Join Chehaw, Flint RiverQuarium, and Thronateeska for a not-so-spooky Halloween event in the Zoo from 10-2, Oct. 31! The event is included in Zoo admission and free for members of Chehaw, the Flint RiverQuarium, or Thronateeska. Guests will trick or treat around the Zoo path collecting candy, playing games, and seeing animals along the way! We encourage everyone to come in costume! If you are interested in participating as a sponsor, please contact Vicki at vchurchman@flintriverquarium.com

Saturday, October 31 at 9:00 am

Albany Area YMCA

Call 229-302-1410 for more information.

Saturday, October 31 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm

Thronateeska Heritage Center

Join Chehaw, Flint RiverQuarium, and Thronateeska for a not-so-spooky Halloween event in the Zoo from 10-2, Oct. 31! The event is included in Zoo admission and free for members of Chehaw, the Flint RiverQuarium, or Thronateeska. Guests will trick or treat around the Zoo path collecting candy, playing games, and seeing animals along the way! We encourage everyone to come in costume! If you are interested in participating as a sponsor, please contact Vicki at vchurchman@flintriverquarium.com

Saturday, October 31 from 3:00 pm to 3:30 pm

Dougherty County Public Library

Interested in learning how to make a new craft? Want to learn some decorative tips? Or interested in making cute gifts? Join us! We have a slew of amazing crafts planned for you this month.  Saturday, October 31st @ 3:00 pm learn to make wreath using candy!

Sunday, November 1 from 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Albany Museum of Art

Join Albany Yoga Project and the Albany Museum of Art for the Art of Meditation, a monthly Facebook Live event on the AMA Facebook page. There is no cost to join in.

Tuesday, November 3 at 8:30 am

City of Albany

The Board of Commissioners of the City of Albany will be meeting on the following dates, the first work session will be held the first Tuesday of each month and the second work session will be held the third Tuesday of each month  each work session will begin at 8:00 a.m.  The regular business meeting is scheduled the fourth Tuesday at 6:00 p.m.  All of the meetings will be held in room 100 of the Government Center Building located at 222 Pine Avenue. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, meeting are being held virtually and live streamed on the City's Facebook page, YouTube, and Channel 16.

Tuesday, November 3 from 10:30 am to 11:00 am

Albany Museum of Art

Toddler Takeover is a 30-minute program designed for children ages 15 months through 3 years and their caregivers. It also is sibling friendly, so bring brother or sister along as well. Toddler Takeover engages children’s creativity and incorporates monthly themes with related artwork, art-making activities, stories, and tours. Cost: Free for AMA members, $5 per child for future members.

Tuesday, November 3 at 5:30 pm

City of Cordele

The Cordele City Commission Meeting is held on the first and third Tuesdays of each month at 5:30 PM. The meeting is open to the public and is held at City Hall, 501 North 7th Street, on the 2nd Floor.

Wednesday, November 4 at 6:00 pm

City of Albany

Pretoria Fields will host a weekly Brews and Bingo game night every Wednesday night from 6-9 PM. There will be fun prizes, food trucks, and great beer with great people. Cheers and see you there! 

Thursday, November 5 from 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm

Cordele-Crisp Carnegie Library

You are invited to join UGA Crisp County Family & Consumer (FACS) Sciences Agent and Cordele-Crisp Carnegie Library for a themed story time and meal prep with the family. Register in advance for this meeting: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0vc-igpjIvGdJ8VLYTuN7t-FxtYkcXTXBA After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Thursday, November 5 from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm

Albany Museum of Art

Mix art and yoga with a 60-minute Baptiste Power Vinyasa class on first Thursdays. Class is led by Tier 3 Certified Baptiste Influencer Sylvia Maxwell and the Albany Yoga Project ambassador team. Suggested donation is $7 for AMA and AYP programming. No pre-registration required; come as you are. If you need a mat, we have extras.

Friday, November 6 through November 8

Albany Area YMCA

CPR and Lifeguard Trainings | Nov 6-8 Train to save a life with the YMCA YMCA Member: $200, Non-Member $225 CPR held Saturday, November 7 Contact Troy Griggs at 229-436-0531 ext. 209

Friday, November 6 from 7:30 pm to 8:30 pm

Crisp County High School

Saturday, November 7 from 1:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Albany Museum of Art

AMA ChalkFest will be a November-long celebration that opens with a special kickoff party at Pretoria, where you can listen to live music, enjoy craft beer, create chalk art on the sidewalk, get snacks from food trucks, and watch the UGA game! Come for a while or stay all day!

Saturday, November 7 at 3:30 pm

Albany Area YMCA

Call 229-302-1410 for more information.

Sunday, November 8 at 1:00 pm

City of Albany

 Join Pretoria Fields every second Sunday of the month for "Pop up" vendors and artists from Tift Park Community Market. Please contact Tift Park Community Market for vendor information.

Sunday, November 8 from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Albany Museum of Art

Enjoy Second Sunday Tift Market and AMA ChalkFest at Pretoria Fields! We'll have activities for kids, live music and food trucks.

Wednesday, November 11 at 5:00 pm

City of Albany

https://www.albanyga.gov/about-us/advanced-components/calendar-month-view

Wednesday, November 11 at 5:00 pm

City of Albany

https://www.albanyga.gov/about-us/advanced-components/calendar-month-view

Wednesday, November 11 at 6:00 pm

City of Albany

Pretoria Fields will host a weekly Brews and Bingo game night every Wednesday night from 6-9 PM. There will be fun prizes, food trucks, and great beer with great people. Cheers and see you there! 

Thursday, November 12 at 8:30 am

City of Albany

The Albany Utilities Board has five members, the City of Albany Mayor serves as the chair and the other four members are appointed by the City of Albany Commission for a two-year term. Each appointed member can serve no more than three consecutive two-year terms. The Board meetings are normally scheduled for the 2nd and last Thursday of each month. The meetings are held at the Albany Utilities and Administration Complex located at 401 Pine Avenue in the board room on the second floor. Any alteration of this schedule will be posted.

Thursday, November 12 from 11:00 am to 12:30 pm

Albany Museum of Art

Each date will focus on specific curriculum and will incorporate exhibitions on display at the Albany Museum of Art. The program is geared toward children in K5-5th grade. Cost: $5 for AMA members, $10 for non-members

Friday, November 13 from 7:30 pm to 8:30 pm

Crisp County High School

Saturday, November 14 All Day

Albany Area YMCA

Holiday Chili Run | Nov 14th Virtual 5k, 15k, and 1 Mile Fun Run Join us for a virtual run to benefit the YMCA Annual Support campaign. Free t-shirt with each registration, plus enter to win prizes for completion of the race and for sending a selfie during the run. Register online at www.AlbanyAreaYMCA.org. Registration opens October 12th .

Sunday, November 15 through December 4

Albany Area YMCA

Indoor Soccer | Registration Nov 15-Dec 4 Youth | Ages 6-13 YMCA Member: $60, Non-Member: $80 Age Control Date: September 1, 2020 Contact Troy Griggs at 229-436-0531 ext. 209

Tuesday, November 17 at 8:30 am

City of Albany

The Board of Commissioners of the City of Albany will be meeting on the following dates, the first work session will be held the first Tuesday of each month and the second work session will be held the third Tuesday of each month  each work session will begin at 8:00 a.m.  The regular business meeting is scheduled the fourth Tuesday at 6:00 p.m.  All of the meetings will be held in room 100 of the Government Center Building located at 222 Pine Avenue. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, meeting are being held virtually and live streamed on the City's Facebook page, YouTube, and Channel 16.

Tuesday, November 17 at 5:30 pm

City of Cordele

The Cordele City Commission Meeting is held on the first and third Tuesdays of each month at 5:30 PM. The meeting is open to the public and is held at City Hall, 501 North 7th Street, on the 2nd Floor.

Wednesday, November 18 at 6:00 pm

City of Albany

Pretoria Fields will host a weekly Brews and Bingo game night every Wednesday night from 6-9 PM. There will be fun prizes, food trucks, and great beer with great people. Cheers and see you there! 

Thursday, November 19 from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm

Albany Museum of Art

The Albany Museum of Art and Pretoria Fields Collective Brewery are joining together for Paints & Pints at the brewery, 120 Pine Ave. Enjoy Pretoria beers while you paint your masterpiece! Cost is $20 for AMA members and $30 for future members. To register, email annie.vanoteghem@albanymuseum.com.

Friday, November 20 from 7:30 pm to 8:30 pm

Crisp County High School

Saturday, November 21 from 9:20 am to 11:00 am

Albany Museum of Art

Duringthe hurried holiday season, it is easy to get overwhelmed. Experience art in a unique way with soothing sounds created in the gallery by Amanda Borghi, who iscertified as a yoga instructor and sound healing facilitator. She is the ownerand founder of Inherent Sound, and also works with 229 Yoga in Albany. Because of health officials’ guidelines, the number ofparticipants may be limited. Email annie.vanoteghem@albanymuseum.com or call 229.439.8400 withregistration questions. COST:$30 for AMA members and$35 for future members.

Saturday, November 21 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm

Chehaw Park

One of our favorite days where the animals get to enjoy a special Thanksgiving Feast with guests. Come watch our Zookeepers deliver various types of enrichment to a variety of animals! Enrichment is one of the many aspects critical to keeping animals mentally stimulated in captivity and is an important part of our animal’s daily lives. Event is included with Zoo admission and, as always, free for members.

Saturday, November 21 at 9:00 am

Albany Area YMCA

Call 229-302-1410 for more information.