ToDo around Columbus | Aug. 24-27, 2017
Thursday 8-24
CSU Comedy Night
The CSU student activities council is hosting a comedy night starring The Hudson Bros. doing their show “She Ratcheeet!!” 7 p.m. in University Hall. Free. events.columbusstate.edu
War Games
Night of gaming with a wide range of WWI inspired board and video games. Board games are suitable for ages 10 and up and video games are suitable for ages 17 and up. Snacks will be provided. Children under the age of 15 must be accompanied by an adult. Hosted in partnership with the National Infantry Museum. Free. Held at The Columbus Museum. 5:30-7:30 p.m. www.columbusmuseum.com
Faculty Recital-Robert Murray
The CSU Schwob School of Music presents Dr. Robert Murray, trumpet, in “An Evening from the Cabaret.” The event is free. $7:30 p.m. Legacy Hall. events.columbusstate.edu.
Friday 8-25
Movie on the Beach
Bring a blanket, chair or beach towel and watch “Beauty and the Beast” (2016) at Callaway Garden’s Robin Beach. This will be the last Friday at the Movies Series for 2017. Admission is included with paid gate admission and overnight stays. After 5 p.m., admission is $10 per adult; $4 per child ages 6-12 and children five and younger/free. www.callawaygardens.com
Saturday 8-26
Parachutes and Planes
Show off your physic skills and make the best paper air plane or parachute at Oxbow Meadows Environmental Learning Center. $5 per child. Meet at the front desk. Groups of 10 or more participants require reservations. 706-507-8559.
Belly Dancing
Mario’s Restaurant and Pub will offer a special night of food and entertainment, 6-9 p.m. Saturday. For $35 enjoy dinner and a belly dancer performance. Please RSVP at 706-571-9830. Mario’s is located at 1010 Broadway.
Summer Sunset Music Series
Enjoy the sweet sounds of Summer with live music from Brandon Holden at Callaway Garden’s Robin Lake Beach. There will be great food and drinks all night. Admission after 5 p.m. is $10 per person. Bring a chair or blanket to enjoy the show. Learn more at www.callawaygardens.com/events/entertainment.
Chase the Hooch
Third Annual Chase the Hooch, hosted by TriColumbusGA, as swimmers race their way down the Chattahoochee River in a 2.4 mile swim. River depths are consistently 4-6 feet. Participants receive a race specific towel. Food and festivities at the finish line. Swim teams are welcome. 9 a.m.-noon. www.tricolumbusga.com for tickets and more details.
Young Eagle
Take a free airplane flight (for kids ages 8-17). 8:30-11:30 a.m. Columbus Metropolitan Airport, 3520 W. Britt David Road. Free. Ages 8-17. Ken Sines, 706-323-0570.
Sunday 8-27
Guest Artist Recital
Members of the Sundance Trio include oboist Geralyn Giovannetti, bassoonist Christian Smith and pianist Jed Moss. Together the Trio has performed throughout the U.S. Free. 7:30 p.m. Legacy Hall, RiverCenter. music.columbusstate.edu
Callaway Gardens Olympic Triathlon
An action-packed weekend for the Callaway Olympic Triathlon. 1K/swim;18 miles/bike; and 4 miles/run. 8 -11 a.m. www.callawaygardens.com
This story was originally published August 25, 2017 at 11:25 AM with the headline "ToDo around Columbus | Aug. 24-27, 2017."