Around Town, January 2018

The Write Stuff: Teen Writing & Performance Workshop

The Fountain City Teen Poetry Slam offers “The Write Stuff,” a free writing / performance workshop for area youth, ages 13 – 19.

Jan. 6, noon 4:30 p.m., North Columbus Public Library, 5689 Armour Road, Columbus

Wedding Extravaganza

A wedding in your future? Visit The Columbus Trade and Convention Center, you’ll find loads of vendors and everything you need to plan the wedding of your dreams. $7.

Jan. 7, 12:30 – 4:30 p.m., The Columbus Trade and Convention Center, 801 Front Avenue, Columbus

Information and Orientation for Big Brothers and Big Sisters of the Chatt. Valley

A Big Brother or Big Sister is an adult volunteer who shares activities with a child, a Little, so that child can have a positive role model and friend with whom to explore the community. If you are interested in learning more about the BBBS organization, or want to sign up your child for the mentoring program, please join this session.

Jan. 11, 5 – 8 p.m., Columbus Public Library, 3000 Macon Road, Columbus

Martin Luther King Unity Parade

Unity is key in everyday life. Join Perfect praise as they dance for unity.

Jan. 13, 9 a.m., The Liberty Theatre and Cultural Center, 813 8th Ave, Columbus

I Wouldn’t TRADE Ya for the World!

A scavenger hunt for couples. Search for clues related to the historical Trade Center and find relationship tips on how to make your union a happy one. Have fun, get out of the cold, and enjoy a morning with your partner. $8 per couple. Register at rightfromthestart.com

Jan. 13, 10 – 11:30 a.m., Columbus, Georgia Convention and Trade Center, 801 Front Avenue, Columbus

Legal Issues in Writing

You’ve written the perfect manuscript, but have you thought through your legal rights and liability? Attorney and author Anderson Harp will answer all of your writing-related legal questions.

Jan. 13, 10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., Columbus Botanical Garden, 3603 Weems Road, Columbus

General Meeting – NAACP

This general meeting is for the public to learn more about the NAACP, its local agenda and upcoming events.

Jan. 13, 10:30 a.m. – noon, NAACP Columbus, 2210 Wynnton Road, Columbus

A Night of Music and Fashion at the River Mill Event Center

Sponsored by Universal Beauty Distributors and Design Essentials this soiree will feature live music and fashion from some of Columbus’s most influential up-and-coming designers, models, boutiques, stylists, artists and business owners. This night will provide a creative venue to highlight their talents.

Jan. 13, 7 – 11 p.m., after party 11 p.m. – 2 a.m., River Mill Event Center, 3715 1st Avenue, Columbus

2018 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Unity Awards Breakfast

The Columbus Alpha Phi Alphas invite you to the 32nd Annual Dr. King Unity Awards Breakfast, hosted by the men of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Delta Iota Lambda Chapter and presented by the Delta Iota Lambda Education Foundation. Over the last 31 years, Alpha Phi Alpha has presented hundreds of high school seniors in the Fountain City and surrounding area with hundreds of thousands of dollars in scholarships. In addition to advancing academic excellence, the Unity Award Breakfast also recognizes an individual or organization in our community that has consistently promoted unity and offered a positive influence in the economic, social and academic empowerment of our citizens.

Jan. 15, 7 – 8:30 a.m., Columbus, Georgia Convention and Trade Center, 801 Front Avenue, Columbus

Meet the Candidates for Georgia’s 3rd Congressional District

Join Indivisible Columbus, Ga. As they host a meet and greet with the candidates vying to represent Georgia’s 3rd Congressional District, Rusty Oliver and Chuck Enderlin. If you live in Rep. Ferguson’s district, bring your questions on the issues that matter most to you and learn what you need ahead of casting your vote in the 2018 Congressional election.

Jan. 16, 6 – 7 p.m., Columbus Public Library, 3000 Macon Road, Columbus

General Meeting, Muscogee County Democratic Party

Join the Muscogee County Democratic Party for their first general meeting of 2018.

Jan. 20, 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., Columbus Public Library, 3000 Macon Road, Columbus

The Streets Don’t Love You / Stop the Violence Movement

Until we stand together, violence won’t stop. Are you tired, truly tired of crying for our children? Join us in the fight.

Jan. 20, 1:30 p.m., South Columbus Public Library, 2034 South Lumpkin Road, Columbus

Dessert & Drama

Join us for dramatic reads and yummy treats during our monthly book club meeting. New members are always welcome. For more information call (706) 683-8805

Jan. 27, 3 – 4 p.m., South Columbus Public Library, 2034 South Lumpkin Road, Columbus