Where history and nature flow
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Have you ever said "I want to be a Zookeeper when I grow up?" Well, now you don't have to wait! This summer, learn all about the different types of animals who live here at Chehaw. In this camp, we will go behind the scenes to see what it really takes to work in a Zoo. Go >
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Raised by wolves, best friend is a bear, biggest rival is an orangutan, and enemy number one is a tiger. The search through the jungle for fire is dangerous. Come tackle many challenges and meet some of Mowgli's friends. This camp includes a canoe trip down the Muckalee and an overnight stay. Go >
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Felines are among the greatest of the animal world and often rulers of their own realm. Built for speed and stealth, step into the world of cats. Spend the week meeting Chehaw's newest cheetahs and discover one of life's most certain facts: that cats rule and dogs drool. Go >
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Winning an Albany, GA getaway is a SNAP! Snap a selfie with an Albany, GA turtle and upload to Facebook, Instagram or Twitter using #TurtleTag for your chance to win! Go >
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Camp Chehaw is the place all the wild things come to life. We will learn why many of the animals roar their terrible roars, gnash the terrible teeth, slash their terrible claws, and roll their terrible eyes. Step into a magical world and learn where many of the mythical creatures draw inspiration. Go >
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For K-5th grade, there’s something new every day this week, with printmaking, painting, collage, sculpture, and photography. Cost: AMA members, $160 full-day or $90 for half-day; non-members, $180 full-day or $100 half-day. Free early drop-off at 8 am and late pick-up at 5 pm. Discounts for multiple campers from family. Campers can brown-bag lunch or purchase lunch for $30 for the week. Register your camper at albanymuseum.com/summer-art-camp.html. Call 229.430.8400 or email artcamp@albanymuseum.com with any questions. Go >
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Jul. 17, 6:00PM – 8:00PM
Let's Paint and Party at Renaissance Art Cafe! The event is Open Paint Nite from 6-8PM. $25 per adult, they provide step-by-step instructions & art supplies, you bring your favorite snacks and drinks! RAC is located at 123 N Front Street. Call 229-869-3380 to register. Go >
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The Wetherbee Planetarium is proud to be considered a valuable educational resource in South Georgia, sharing not just fulldome educational films, but also producing live presentations on a wide variety of astronomy topics. Go >
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Jul. 18, 6:00PM – 8:00PM
Let's Paint and Party at Renaissance Art Cafe! The event is Soul Thursday from 6-8:00PM. $25 per adult, they provide step-by-step instructions & art supplies, you bring your favorite snacks and drinks! RAC is located at 123 N Front Street. Call 229-869-3380 to register. Go >
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Come out and play with Geeks Who Drink and grab your favorite favorite pint of beer made from ingredients grown in South Georgia soil! Go >
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Cubs Programs are specifically targeted for children ages 3 and 4. Join us in the Zoo with your little one from 9:30 a.m.-10:45 a.m. Cubs Programs are free with Zoo admission, and as always, free for members. Go >
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Animal Encounters take place throughout the aquarium on the weekend, but are normally scheduled for Saturday at 11:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. and on Sunday at 4:00 p.m. in Skywater. Go >
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Jul. 19, 6:00PM – 8:30PM
Let's Paint and Party at Renaissance Art Cafe! The event is Girls Nite Out from 6-8:30PM. $25 per adult, they provide step-by-step instructions & art supplies, you bring your favorite snacks and drinks! RAC is located at 123 N Front Street. Call 229-869-3380 to register. Go >
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Grab a pint of Pretoria Fields Collective beer and belt out your favorite song! Go >
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Chehaw BMX is a volunteer organization that hosts monthly BMX bike races and events. You do not have to be a member to attend. For more information please visit https://www.facebook.com/pg/chehawbmx/about/?ref=page_internal Go >
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Jul. 20, 10:30AM – 2:30PM
50 years ago, Americans huddled around their TVs to watch humans take the first steps on the moon! Since then space technology has come a long way. Celebrate the 50th anniversary of Apollo 11 with Thronateeska Heritage Center. Enjoy live coverage from NASA, a moon presentation by Jim Frise, and space technology-related science experiments from 10:30 am to 2:30 pm. The live presentation will take place at 11:00 am and again 1:00 pm. This event is free and open to the public. Planetarium shows are $5.00 for non-members and free for members. Go >
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Jul. 20, 12:00PM – 2:00PM
Let's Paint and Party at Renaissance Art Cafe! The event is Family Day from 12-2PM. $25 per adult, $15 per child (6-11), $20 per child (12-20). They provide step-by-step instructions & art supplies, you bring your favorite snacks and drinks! RAC is located at 123 N Front Street. Call 229-869-3380 to register. Go >
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Dive Shows take place at the Blue Hole viewing window and are included with general admission. Go >
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Jul. 20, 4:00PM – 9:00PM
oin The Liberty House of Albany as they kick off their "Capital Campaign" to build a new shelter for victims of domestic abuse and their children. Food Trucks: The Rocket Smoke & Fire Live Entertainment by : Backseat Driving 4pm-6pm Jen & Tonic 6pm-9pm Go >
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Chehaw RC is a volunteer organization that hosts monthly club races. You do not have to be a member to attend. For more information visit https://www.facebook.com/groups/1420442984876459/about/ Go >
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Now that you've graduated from Zookeepers 101, dive even deeper into the animal realm. During this camp, we soar to the next level and learn about animal training, behaviors, habitat, and daily keeper duties from a new behind the scenes perspective. Go >
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Join us for a week long water-based adventure. Campers will have the opportunity to learn or improve both kayaking and canoeing skills. We will discover the many living treasures both plant and animal while paddling the Muckalee and Kinchafoonee Creeks. Go >
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Eww, gross, where did that come from? Did you just eat that? Animals do some weird things and have very interesting behaviors you mother would never let you do at home. Spend the week learning and experiencing all the gross and weird things animals do to survive. Go >
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Jul. 27, 8:00AM
The Southern Discomfort is a 1.1-mile loop timed race in Chehaw Park, Albany, GA. Go >
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Jul. 27, 11:00AM – 2:00PM
Renaissance Connection, Inc. presents Jazzin the Quarters: Jazzy Saturday Brunch featuring Fulia Contemporary Jazz Ensemble of Valdosta, Ga. On July 27, 2019. We will provide live Jazz, Art, Auction, and Brunch. This event will start at 11:00 am and will be held at the Chehaw Park Creekside Center. Proceeds to benefit Renaissance Connection, Inc. (a 501 (c) (3) organization) and to assist in promoting the arts in Southwest Georgia. Advance tickets are $35.00 and $40.00 at the door (limited tickets will be at the door). Reserved tables (8 people) are only $275.00. To purchase tickets, visit www.renaissanceconnect.com online or come by Renaissance Art Cafe (123 N Front Street). FMI: call 229-869-3380 or 229-886-6589. Go >
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The jungle can be a tricky place to survive. Luckily ,you will have your friends to help you complete some of Mother Nature's finest games, puzzles, and challenges. Tackle these tasks with your teammeates to be the best Zoovivor. Go >
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Aug. 1, 7:00PM – 9:00PM
Joel White of Manor House defends his title as top cocktail mixologist at Bar Fight II: Masterfully Mixed Cocktails Inspired by Famous Works of Art. The AMA Contemporaries launch their second season of events, which include great art galleries, food and music. Free with Contemporaries membership. Non-members: $30 advance, $35 at the door. Details at www.albanymuseum.com/contemporaries Go >
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Aug. 4, 7:00PM
Don't miss the laughs on August 4th from Michael Blackson, when he comes to the Albany Municipal Auditorium! Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased on Ticketmaster. Go >
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Aug. 10, 12:00AM – 12:00PM
The first ever Flint River Rock fest at the historic State Theater in Albany, GA will showcase live music from local artists: Beauty, Far 2 Fresh, GrandVille, and 4 Daze Dead. Family friendly! Food truck on-site. $10 advance tickets available from Flint River Rock Fest and directly from each band. Tickets may be mailed, picked up in person, or will-call. A portion of ticket sales will be donated to the Albany Humane Society and Sally Wetherbee Adoption Center. Go >
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The Albany Civil Rights Institute Freedom Singers, led by original SNCC Freedom Singer Rutha Harris, engage visitors through an oral history presentation filled with dynamic testimony of the Albany Movement marches and arrests and narrate the stories with emotionally charged performances of Freedom Songs. These special songs provided heart, soul and courage to movement participants Go >
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Oct. 26, 10:00AM – 2:00PM
Join us for not-so-spooky Halloween fun Saturday, Oct. 26! Go >
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Friends of Chehaw presents the second annual Muckalee Creek Arts & Crafts Show this November! Join us for shopping, food, entertainment, handcrafted treasures, talented artisans, skilled craftsmen and more! Go >
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Nov. 2, 12:00AM – Nov 3, 12:00PM
Friends of Chehaw presents the second annual Muckalee Creek Arts & Crafts Show this November! Join us for shopping, food, entertainment, handcrafted treasures, talented artisans, skilled craftsmen and more! Go >
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Nov. 8, 7:30PM – 9:30PM
Sale Dates and Times: Public Onsale : Fri, 12 Jul 2019 at 10:00 AM Presale Offers : Thu, 11 Jul 2019 at 10:00 AM Official Platinum Presale : Thu, 11 Jul 2019 at 10:00 AM Official Platinum Onsale : Fri, 12 Jul 2019 at 10:00 AM Go >
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Nov. 21, 8:00PM – 10:00PM
Don't miss The Charlie Daniels Band when they come to Albany on Thursday, November 21st! Go >
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Apr. 4, 7:30PM
The Albany Symphony Orchestra presents Beethoven's 250th Birthday Bash featuring combined University Choirs along with piano soloist, Do-Hyun Kim. Go >
