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Here's some things to do this weekend

Mike Haskey mhaskey@ledger-enquirer.com 
 Maria Makin and Tony Abreu of The Bakery and Cafe at Rose Cottage in Pine Mountain help customers Saturday morning in Uptown Columbus. The bakery is among a handful of vendors from Market Days on Broadway who have continued to sell their products through the winter months. 01/10/15
Mike Haskey mhaskey@ledger-enquirer.com Maria Makin and Tony Abreu of The Bakery and Cafe at Rose Cottage in Pine Mountain help customers Saturday morning in Uptown Columbus. The bakery is among a handful of vendors from Market Days on Broadway who have continued to sell their products through the winter months. 01/10/15 mhaskey@ledger-enquirer.com

THURSDAY

CARMIKE SUMMER: Catch the Carmike Summer Kids Series, which this week will feature "Paddington." 10 a.m. Hollywood Ritz 10, 1683 Old Whittlesey Road. $4 (includes admission, a popcorn and a Coca-Cola product). carmike.com

FRIDAY

TAX-FREE SHOPPING: Consumers in Alabama won’t have to pay taxes on clothing up to $100 per item, school supplies up to $50 per item and computers and computer items up to $750 per item. Friday-Sunday. Go to ledger-enquirer.com for more details.

GRAND WHITEWATER PADDLE: The Grand 2.0 includes deep discounts on whitewater rafting, live music on Friday and Saturday and a free SweetWater beer for every paddler. Discounted rafting kicks off at 3 p.m. Friday. More info at georgiaconservancy.org/thegrand

ART WALK: The Art Walk is held the first Friday of every month and features artists, artisans, crafters and more. 4:30-10 p.m. Broadway in Columbus. Free. uptowncolumbusga.com

BLOCK PARTY: The "Old School Summer Block Party" will feature Tony Parkman, Verse Simmons and Demetria McKinney. 7-10 p.m. Woodruff Park, 1000 Bay Ave. mymagic101.com

MOVIES ON THE BEACH: Callaway Gardens Market will feature locally sourced vegetables, fresh breads and more every Friday 5-8 p.m. Live music at 7 p.m. will entertain guests prior to the movie, which will be "The Boxtrolls" this week. Robin Lake Beach, Callaway Gardens, 17800 U.S. 27, Pine Mountain, Ga. $5 for adults, $2.50 per child ages 6-12. 1-800-463-6990 or www.callawaygardens.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. springeroperahouse.org

GOLF TOURNAMENT: The Russell County Historical Commission is hosting a golf tournament. 9 a.m. Lakewood Golf Course on Lakewood Drive in Phenix City. Four-man scramble, $340 per team. susangraham49@att.net

SATURDAY

BACK TO SCHOOL BASH: Free age-specific school supplies for students K-12, food, games and more. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Columbus Technical College, 928 Manchester Expressway. Free. Valerie Richardson, 706-649-1919.

SECOND SATURDAY: Join guest artist Tanieka Royster at the art cart as they explore how music can inspire art using examples from the Permanent Collection. 10 a.m. Columbus Museum, 1251 Wynnton Road. Free. columbusmuseum.com

RACE: The Lakebottom Park 5k is part of the Columbus Roadrunners Summer Series. 8 a.m. Lakebottom Park. $20-$25. bigdogrunning.com

YKIDSTRI: This kid triathlon serves as a “launching pad” for youth to break into the sport of triathlon. 9 a.m. Thayer YMCA, 24 14th St. $40. active.com

MARKET DAYS: Visit Market Days on Broadway for fresh produce, baked goods, arts and crafts and more. 9 a.m.-noon every Saturday through Nov. 28. Downtown on Broadway. Prices vary. uptowncolumbusga.com

SATURDAY SUNSET: The night will kick off with a DJ, and Aces and 8's will take the stage with a performance by the FSU Flying High Circus during intermission. 5 p.m. DJ and 7 p.m. concert. Robin Lake Beach, Callaway Gardens, 17800 U.S. 27, Pine Mountain, Ga. $5 for adults, $2.50 per child ages 6-12. 1-800-463-6990 or www.callawaygardens.com

HEALTH & COMMUNITY RESOURCE EVENT: Fun, activities and resources for the entire family 11 a..-1 p.m., Southside Park, Sandford Road, Phenix City. Arts & crafts, raffle, dental screenings, health/nutrition tips, backpack giveaway, and more. Children must be accompanied by an adult to receive a backpack.

MIDLAND COMMUNITY FARMERS MARKET: 9 a.m.-noon Saturdays, across from Midland United Methodist Church, 9110 Warm Springs Road. Local produce, baked goods, honey, dairy, crafts and more. MidlandMarket.org

VFW POST 665: 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

SUNDAY

ULTIMATE FALL BRIDAL EXPO: Visit with local and regional wedding professionals and enjoy fashion shows throughout the afternoon 1-5 p.m. Rivermill Event Center, 3715 First Ave. The first 400 adults will receive a bridal tote bag. $5, available at Rivermill Event Center or at door. www.UltimateBridalExpoGa.com

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

This story was originally published August 4, 2015 at 9:35 AM with the headline "Here's some things to do this weekend ."

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