ToDo

Things To Do: Color Me Rad, theater and Easter egg hunts

From left, Jasper Howell (Cat), Ryan Drew (Boy), Anna Katherine Drew (Sally) and Reed Cardwell (Fish) rehearse recently for the upcoming production of "Cat in the Hat" at the Springer Opera House.
From left, Jasper Howell (Cat), Ryan Drew (Boy), Anna Katherine Drew (Sally) and Reed Cardwell (Fish) rehearse recently for the upcoming production of "Cat in the Hat" at the Springer Opera House. mhaskey@ledger-enquirer.com

Thursday

Diversity forum

Columbus State University’s Diversity Forum will feature Imam Khalid Latif and Rabbi Yehuda Sarna. 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Legacy Banquet will be 7-9:30 p.m. Cunningham Center, 3100 Gentian Blvd. $65 for forum and banquet. diversity.columbusstate.edu

‘Jerusalem’

National Geographic’s 3D film “Jerusalem” returns just in time for observance of Lent and Easter. Show times vary through March 27. National Infantry Museum, 1775 Legacy Way. $6-$8. nationalinfantrymuseum.org

Thursday-Sunday

‘Sweeney Todd’

Sondheim’s demon barber of Fleet Street cooks up some serious revenge in this Tony Award-winning musical. 7:30 p.m. Thursday-Saturday and 2:30 p.m. Sunday. Springer Opera House, 103 10th St. $20-$45. 706-327-3688 or springeroperahouse.org

March 11-13, 18-20

‘The Cat in the Hat’

Dr. Seuss’ work comes to life in this children’s musical. 7 p.m. March 11-12 and March 18-19, and 2 p.m. March 13 and 20. $7-$13. Springer Opera House, 103 10th St. 706-327-3688 or springeroperahouse.org

Friday-Saturday

Murder mystery

Murder on the Riverboat Queen will feature a four-course meal with audience participation. 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Midland Masonic Lodge, 8701 Garrett Road in Midland. $30. Freshtix.com or call 706-494-2660.

Friday

No Shame Theatre

Go see a late-night showcase of fresh new works to include improv, music, comedy and more. 10:30 p.m. Springer Opera House, 103 10th St. $5. 18 and older only. springeroperahouse.org

Saturday

Color Me Rad

A fun-filled, untimed run where you get shot with color paint and hit with colored starch throughout the 5k. 9 a.m., Woodruff Park, 1000 Bay Ave. $40-$55, 706-596-0111, colormerad.com

Easter egg hunt

Start your day at the Aquatic Center in the underwater egg hunt. Ages 4-6 will search in the shallow water while ages 6-12 will dive for eggs in the deeper water. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Go outside on the grounds of the Aquatic Center for a traditional egg hunt. 10:30 a.m.-10:45 a.m. Stay a while and enjoy inflatables, face painting, arts and crafts, photo booth, contests and a surprise visit from the Easter Bunny. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Columbus Aquatic Center, 3111 Citizens Way. Registration begins at 9 a.m.

Market days

Visit Market Days on Broadway for fresh produce, baked goods, arts and crafts and more. 9 a.m.-noon every Saturday of the year. Downtown on Broadway. Prices vary. uptowncolumbusga.com

Band

Enjoy dinner followed by a live country band. Dinner 6:30-8 p.m. Band at 9 p.m. Line dance class 7:15-8:50 p.m. $2 fee. VFW Post 665, 1824 Victory Drive. 706-687-6656.

Orchestra

The Youth Orchestra of Greater Columbus presents a spaghetti dinner and Maestro Jim Palmer, who will serenade guests with his violin. Dinner at 6:30 p.m. and space-themed concert at 7 p.m. St. Luke Ministry Center, 301 11th St. $15-$30. yogc.org

Opry Tribute Show

Local bands and singer songwriters will be featured while Christian comedian Sam Berman will emcee. Central Activity Center, 1500 14th St. $10 (includes barbecue sandwich plate and drink). Call 334-291-4743 for more information.

Workout

Uncommon Athlete is hosting a free workout at 8:30 a.m. and a free yoga session at 9:30 a.m. 1205 First Ave.

Kids workshop

Build a wooden project and get a free apron, goggles, patch and more. 10 a.m. Lowe’s, 6750 Veterans Parkway. Free. Need to register online at lowesbuildandgrow.com

Sunday

Hockey

The Columbus Cottonmouths host the Louisiana Ice Gators. 4 p.m. Columbus Civic Center, 400 Fourth St. $9-$30. cottonmouths.com

Bingo

Bingo starts at 2:30 p.m. but the doors open at 1 p.m. VFW Post 665, 1824 Victory Drive. 706-687-6656

Kids camp

The 6th Annual Kids Camp & Summer Fun Fair will feature camp directors and business owners on site to share information about their programs. Noon-4 p.m. National Infantry Museum, 1775 Legacy Way. muscogeemoms.com or hooknowsthevalley.com

This story was originally published March 8, 2016 at 7:55 PM with the headline "Things To Do: Color Me Rad, theater and Easter egg hunts."

Get unlimited digital access
#ReadLocal

Try 1 month for $1

CLAIM OFFER