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Jun 27

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Dash, Stash, and Cache Summer Camp

On multiple days

Darting from here to there, storing and hiding food for the future. Squirrels, like many other crafty, caching creatures, adapt and survive. Campers will learn how squirrels and other critters around the world work year-round preparing for whatever comes their way. Each day of camp includes a trip to the zoo, animal encounters, crafts, games, activities, snack, Chehaw water bottle, and a cool camp T-shirt! Children will have fun while learning through hands-on activities. Go >

Jun 27

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Who Dung It? Summer Camp

On multiple days

When a zoo animal goes missing, Zookeepers are left scratching their heads. The only thing to be found is a pile of SCAT! Thankfully a lot can be learned from this smelly clue. Campers will put on their detective hats and pull out their thinking caps, as we use clues to track down this animal thief! Each day of camp includes a trip to the zoo, animal encounters, crafts, games, activities, snack, Chehaw water bottle, and a cool camp T-shirt! Children will have fun while learning through hands-on activities. Go >

Jun 27

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Dinosaur Discovery Summer Camp

On multiple days

Campers will travel back in time and discover the amazing world of Dinosaur Discovery. Join us as we stomp through the different prehistoric periods and meet these ancient species and their living relatives. Each day of camp includes a trip to the zoo, animal encounters, crafts, games, activities, snack, Chehaw water bottle, and a cool camp T-shirt! Children will have fun while learning through hands-on activities. Go >

Jun 27

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Summer Car Camp

On multiple days

Day Camp for teens and up to learn more about your car before getting on the road. Go >

Jun 28

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Trivia Tuesdays

On multiple days

Come out to the taproom for Trivia Tuesdays! Live hosted games & free to play! Bring your crew & compete to win some prizes!! Go >

Jun 29

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Brews and Bingo

On multiple days

Come enjoy BREWS and play BINGO at Pretoria Fields every Wednesday! Live Hosted Event from 7-9PM. Go >

Jul 3

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Mommy & Daddy Workshops ‘22

On multiple days

Calling all Mommy and Daddy-to-bees! Come out and create fun memories while you prepare for your new edition! Each day will be something different that both Mommy and Daddy can participate in and learn from. All workshops are FREE and lunches will be served. Hope to see you there! Go >

Jul 4

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July 4th Fireworks and Celebration

Jul. 4, 5:30PM

Come out to help us celebrate at our Independence Day Celebration on Monday, July 4th!! Concert will start at 5:30pm followed by fireworks at 9:30pm! Go >

Jul 5

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Monsters Among Us Summer Camp

On multiple days

The truth is out there! Stories of Bigfoot, The Loch Ness Monster, Mermaids and many other mythical creatures have been around for centuries. Take a walk on the wild side while we explore real life animals that resemble these urban legends. Each day of camp includes a trip to the zoo, animal encounters, crafts, games, activities, snack, Chehaw water bottle, and a cool camp T-shirt! Children will have fun while learning through hands-on activities. Go >

Jul 5

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Expedition Earth Summer Camp

On multiple days

Includes a canoe trip! Beauty can be found all around us. Step outside and discover the countless wonders nature provides for inspiration. Campers will create their masterpieces using different mediums found across the globe and enjoy seeing the zoo through a different lens. Each day of camp includes a trip to the zoo, animal encounters, crafts, games, activities, snack, Chehaw water bottle, and a cool camp T-shirt! Children will have fun while learning through hands-on activities. Go >

Jul 11

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Alien Invaders Summer Camp

On multiple days

The aliens have landed, but luckily you have the tools to save planet Earth. Campers will spend the week learning how to combat the many real-life species of plant and animals that are invading. Each day of camp includes a trip to the zoo, animal encounters, crafts, games, activities, snack, Chehaw water bottle, and a cool camp T-shirt! Children will have fun while learning through hands-on activities. Go >

Jul 11

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Mighty Morphs Summer Camp

On multiple days

Eyes, ears, noses, tails, and claws: campers of the Mighty Morphs will learn how our animals uses their specially adapted features to help them survive in the wild! Each day of camp includes a trip to the zoo, animal encounters, crafts, games, activities, snack, Chehaw water bottle, and a cool camp T-shirt! Children will have fun while learning through hands-on activities. Go >

Jul 11

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Summer Camp: Feeding Frenzy

Jul. 11, 9:00AM – Jul 15, 3:00PM

From land to sea, from shallow to deep, everybody has to eat! Campers will marvel at our water dwelling friend’s different diets and methods of eating. Join us this week to meet top feeders, fish eaters, algae eaters, snail eaters, and even smelly poop eaters. Go >

Jul 17

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EXPERIENCE BEES UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL

On multiple days

If you're interested in becoming a beekeeper or you would like to experience something new and exciting, you've come to the right place! SOWEGA Beekeepers Club hosts monthly Bee Labs that are free and open to the public - ages 6 to adult in our Educational Apiary at Chehaw Park, Albany, GA. Mentors will teach you how to light a bee smoker, inspect a beehive, identify everything inside a beehive and become comfortable handling bees safely. Go >

Jul 18

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Super Senses Summer Camp

On multiple days

Nose like a bloodhound and eyes like an eagle. Animals uses incredible senses to do amazing things. This week campers discover the many ways that animal senses outperform our own. Each day of camp includes a trip to the zoo, animal encounters, crafts, games, activities, snack, Chehaw water bottle, and a cool camp T-shirt! Children will have fun while learning through hands-on activities. Go >

Jul 23

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Summer Youth Workshop

Jul. 23, 11:00AM

Join the fun and fantastic staff of Albany Recreation & Parks for an educational, youth workshop this summer! The 2022 Summer Youth Workshop will be held at Lockett Station Community Center on Saturday, July 23, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. Go >

Jul 23

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Concordi Laetitia Concert

Jul. 23, 6:00PM

Concordi Laetitia - means "with harmonious joy"- and it is a choral ensemble of young professionals based in Atlanta, GA, comprised of Catholic musicians dedicated to the revitalization of sacred music in the Church. They are coming to Albany, GA to give a LIVE and FREE concert to the community! Go >

Jul 25

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Nightcrawlers Summer Camp

On multiple days

Ever wonder what goes bump in the night? When the sun goes down and the moon comes up the entire world changes. From owls and dingoes, to scorpions and alligators, a different animal kingdom takes over in the dark. Join us for a week full of exploring in the moonlight. We will be joining nocturnal animals to see how they survive in the dark. Each day of camp includes a trip to the zoo, animal encounters, crafts, games, activities, snack, Chehaw water bottle, and a cool camp T-shirt! Children will have fun while learning through hands-on activities. Go >

Jul 25

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Summer Camp: Scales, Tails & Fingernails

Jul. 25, 9:00AM – Jul 29, 3:00PM

Slimy fish scales, smooth reptile scales, soft bird scales, while many creatures have this feature they can look, feel, and function so differently. This week campers will discover how the same structure functions differently across the wild world of animals. Go >

Aug 1

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Back to Nature Summer Camp

On multiple days

Did you brush your teeth today (we hope so), did you eat breakfast today (you hope so), and how did you get to camp (you are glad for cars)? What do all these things have in common!? Everything comes from mother nature! This week, campers will discover the many resources on Earth used by people and our animal friends. Each day of camp includes a trip to the zoo, animal encounters, crafts, games, activities, snack, Chehaw water bottle, and a cool camp T-shirt! Children will have fun while learning through hands-on activities. Go >

Aug 5

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FRIDAYS ON THE FLINT

On multiple days

Fridays on the Flint are back at Veterans Park Amphitheatre! Events are scheduled to take place on the First Friday of every month from 6pm-9pm May through November, excluding the month of July. This free event will be fun for the whole family! Go >

Aug 20

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Soul Music Under the Stars

On multiple days

Come enjoy a Date Night, Girls' Night Out or Chilling with the Fellas Night as the Essence Band brings you smooth sounds under the stars. Live Music, Heavy Hors d'oeuvres, Heaters (if needed) Go >

Nov 19

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AMA ChalkFest 2022

Nov. 19, 10:00AM – 5:00PM

The Albany Museum of Art downtown fall festival or art, music and craft beers, AMA ChalkFest, returns on Saturday, Nov 19, 2022. It will be a day with professional and amateur chalk artists, live music and entertainment, AMAzing Activities for kids and families, and tastings of craft beers and libations for adults. There also will be vendors and food trucks. Go >

Jun 27

AMA Summer Art Camps 2022

May. 23, 9:00AM – Jul 29, 4:00PM

The series of weeklong Summer Art Camps at the Albany Museum of start May 23 and continue through July 29. There are 13 camps in all, with various camps for toddlers, K-5th grade, and ages 12 through high school. Early-bird registration discounts continue through May 13, and AMA members get special discounts. Scholarships are available. Go >

Jun 27

2022 ARPD Youth Summer Camp

May. 31, 12:00AM – Aug 5, 12:00PM

What are your plans for the summer? Join Albany Recreation & Parks for their 2022 Youth Summer Camp! This fun and creative camp is open to participants 7 to 14 years of age. Camp begins Tuesday, May 31, 2022, and comes to a close on Friday, August 5, 2022. Breakfast, lunch, and snacks will be provided each day! Go >

Jun 27

Wetherbee Planetarium

On multiple days

The Wetherbee Planetarium is proud to be considered a valuable educational resource in South Georgia, sharing not just full-dome educational films, but also producing live presentations on a wide variety of astronomy topics. Go >

Jun 27

Imagination Theater

On multiple days

A movie at the Imagination Theater is the perfect addition to your Flint RiverQuarium visit! See an exciting lineup of award-winning, science-based documentaries on our three-story screen. Go >

Jun 27

Lunch Break Curator’s Tour

Jun. 27, 12:00PM – 1:00PM

Albany Museum of Art members, get an up-close and personal lunch break tour of "Homecoming," the summer exhibition of the AMA permanent collection, and a behind-the-scenes look at the AMA vaults with Director of Curatorial Affairs Katie Dillard. The tour is free for AMA members, but space is limited. Go >

Jun 28