SowegaMOM.com, the free calendar for families, announced area events taking place this weekend.  The site lists activities ranging from classes, church events, camps, business functions and even “date night” opportunities. Finally, one place to find all the events in Southwest Georgia.

Thursday October 4th, 2012
Sherwood Open Golf Tournament
Sherwood Open Golf Tourney at Grand Island Golf Course Thursday, October 4, 11:30 am Lunch | 1:00 pm Tee Off Cost: $85 | Four Man Scramble.

Immune Support - Using Preventive Measures
An ounce of prevention is the BEST 'cure'! Stay healthy this winter and avoid costly trips to the doctor and drug store... Thursday, October 4 @ 6pm at Live Naturally. Class length is 40-45 mins with a Q&A time following.

Darton College Indoor Climbing
Try your hand rock climbing at "The Crag" indoor climbing facility. Located in the Darton State College Student Center, this 40' tall indoor climbing wall simulates real rock features and texture. With six roped routes, there is climbing available for all skill levels.

Friday October 5th, 2012
Lost Woods of Chehaw
When the first European explorers traveled through Southwest Georgia they recorded the legend of the “Lost Woods” on the eastern bank of the Muckalee Creek.

Light the Night
Help raise funds for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's (LLS's) Light The Night Walk events and bring help and hope to people battling blood cancers.

Dinner and A Movie
Enjoy dinner at Our Daily Bread and then join us for a screening of Night of the Living Dead - the original movie directed by George Romero. 

2012 Men's Conference
Center of Refuge Church, under the leadership of Bishop Dr. Gwendolyn Hope and Lead Pastor Retha Daniels, invites you to the 2012 Men's Conference to be held Friday, October 5th through Saturday, October 6th at 7pm nightly.

Saturday October 6th, 2012
2012 Fishing Rodeo
Cost: Free to the public; kids must have adult supervision. Don't miss it - this is the last fishing rodeo of the year!! Rules: GA fishing license required (ages 16 years and older) at Ken Gardens Pond. 

Downtown Albany Market
Fresh Produce - Artisan Food - Local Farms - Entertainment - Arts & Crafts - Neighborhood Businesses - Music Community.

River Front Run
5K & 1 Mile Run/Walk Physicians Promoting Exercise & Healthy Lifestyles: A prescription for better health!

South Albany Medical Center Health Fair
South Albany Medical Center is hosting their annual health fair on Saturday, October 6, 2012 from 9:00am - 1:00pm. This event is fun for the whole family and includes health screenings and education for all ages. Community vendors will be on site to provide additional information to everyone. Lunch will be provided and there will be games with prizes up for grabs! Join us for this fun, free event!

Flint RiverQuarium - Wings and Wildlife Festival
Make some tracks and come to the Flint RiverQuarium for the 2012 Wings & Wildlife Festival! Whether scaly, feathered, slimy, or furry, we want to celebrate all of the amazing wild animals that fill this beautiful world. Enjoy the wacky sea creatures of a puppet show and a rolling showcase of exotic and native reptiles with your family. Help save a species by building a birdhouse, get up close and personal with a snake show and high flying birds of prey even learn about the “animals” in outer space! Enjoy good food, guided garden tours at Radium Springs, crafts, games, and more with this great, family-friendly, educational opportunity.

Fall Tour of the Radium Springs Butterfly Garden
In a collaborative effort with Dougherty County and Albany Technical College's award-winning Environmental Horticulture Department, Southwest Georgia Master Gardener Extension Volunteers have been hard at work developing a Monarch Butterfly Pollinator Demonstration Garden for your enjoyment at Radium Springs. 

Annual Community Day
Come join us for our annual Community Day 2012! You will enjoy great food, learn something new from local organizations, fellowship, and have fun too!

Flint Fest 2
Hang out along Albany, Georgia's riverfront, listen to awesome bands, enjoy dance and arts from around the world...featuring a working artist village. Flint Fest 2 will officially kick off Albany, GA Week of Music and Art! 

Fall Comedy Fest
Presenting an eventful evening filled with side-splitting, funny, and clean comedy! All ages welcomed! General Admission Tickets $20 VIP Tables Available (seats up to 5).

Sunday October 7th, 2012
Flint RiverQuarium - Discovery Days - Tricks, No Treats
Bring the whole family and join the fun with arts and crafts, storytelling, live animal presentations and more from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. the first and third Sunday of each month throughout the year. It’s FREE with your RiverQuarium membership or with regular admission.

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Pat Fenner, Editor