ToDo this weekend: Charlie Daniels concert, Beach Party at Callaway and Old School Block Party
Thursday
Radical Reptiles
Get up close with snakes, pythons, alligators and giant tortoises. Take a shell-fie with your favorite reptile. 10-11 a.m. and 1-2 p.m. Oxbow Meadows Environmental Learning Center, S. Lumpkin Road. $5 706-507-8550
Friday
Art Walk
Uptown’s First Friday Art Walk. Learn about and experience Uptown’s art scene. 4:30-9 p.m. www.uptowncolumbusga.com
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. www.springeroperahouse.org
Sunset at Sweetland
A patriotic concert by the Community Orchestra followed by the movie Max. 7 p.m. Free. Dining tables may be reserved for free and prizes will be given to the best decorated table. 706-298-5434 or sweetland.events
Old School Block Party
Join Magic 101.3 and the RiverCenter for an Old School Block Party. 6 p.m., Illges Plaza, 10th Street between Broadway and First Ave. Free. 706-576-3000 or rivercenter.org
Saturday
Board Gaming
Meeples of Columbus, a board game community, meets every Saturday to play board games such as Ticket To Ride, Cards Against Humanity, Carcassonne and more. This Saturday the group will meet at 10 a.m. at the Columbus Public Library, 3000 Macon Road. To RSVP or for more info, go to www.meetup.com/Meeples-of-Columbus.
Pool Celebration
Red, White and Cool pool celebration with music, food, games and activities. Local DJ poolside. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. FDR State Park, Liberty Bell Pool. $1-$5 plus $5 parking. www.gastateparks.org
Trail Hike
Join Pine Mountain Trail guides for a 3.8 moderate mile hike, 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Bring water. Meet at Callaway Gardens Country Store parking lot. For ages 10 and up. Free.
July 4th Star Spangled Beach Party
Callaway Gardens presents their annual Star Spangled Beach Party complete with live music, beach activities, the FSU Flying High Circus and a Fireworks Extravaganza. Saturday-Monday. Callaway Gardens, Pine Mountain. Prices vary. 877-686-7114 or callawaygardens.com
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. www.uptowncolumbusga.com
Midland Market
Fresh eggs, local produce, crafts, and much more. All vendor fees go to support local charities. 9 a.m.- noon every Saturday. 9110 Warm Springs Road. www.MidlandMarket.org.
Sunday
Fireworks Celebration
Food vendors, children’s activities and live music. 5:30 p.m. Fireworks at 10 p.m. Manchester Mill, 141 Callaway St., Manchester, Ga. Free. www.muscogeemoms.com
Charlie Daniels Band
Charlie Daniels is known for his music but also for his philanthropy towards the military. This year he will present a concert in our area over the holiday weekend. 8 p.m.Sweetland Amphitheater, 110 Smith St., LaGrange, Ga. Prices vary. 706-298-5434 or sweetland.events
This story was originally published June 29, 2016 at 8:51 PM with the headline "ToDo this weekend: Charlie Daniels concert, Beach Party at Callaway and Old School Block Party."