Jazz and Arts on Riverdale flyer. In order to meet the budget, many Bibb County public schools have cut back or deleted art and music programs. This is one reason the Jazz Association of Macon’s mission to preserve jazz through participation, education and inspiration can be a driving force to keep jazz alive in our […]
Article · October 13, 2014 by Y-O Latimore
Second Sunday concert finale featuring Clarence Carter poster. One of the best outdoor happenings in Macon is the Second Sunday concert series. From April to October, the College Hill Alliance, a Knight Arts grantee, books a variety of artists to perform live in the corridor at the beautiful Washington Park on Magnolia Street. Even if the […]
Article · October 8, 2014 by Y-O Latimore
Sabir Live at the Back to Edenz Thursday night open mic flyer. Today’s definition of hip hop can often be discouraging or disturbing. However, there is a reason to keep our faith in this genre, when it comes to young artists like Sabir. He is only 23 years-old, and his objective is to keep original […]
Article · October 6, 2014 by Y-O Latimore
Macon Octoberfest 2014 poster. From the end of every September until the Germany Unity Day, which falls on October 3, the original Oktoberfest takes place in Munich, Bavaria. Millions of people from all over the world make their way to this festival that started in the early 1800s. The Oktoberfest is known to last from […]
Article · October 1, 2014 by Y-O Latimore
Maryex with special guest Gravey Jones at Paradise Off Road Park flyer. Imagine one big day of hanging out at some campgrounds to attend a live concert, with Maryex and Gravey Jones blessing the stage with their live performances. Moreover, the concert is just a part of the day’s adventure. The whole family can hop in the RV, […]
Article · September 29, 2014 by Y-O Latimore
Sister Sandoz live at the Back Porch Lounge poster. If it were not for the age of navigation systems, or if you had not been to the Back Porch Lounge to a party or a show, you would pass the facility several times before realizing it’s your destination. This venue is a not an obvious […]
Article · September 24, 2014 by Y-O Latimore
One City Art Festival 2014 flyer. Nine different art organizations have collaborated to host the 2014 One City Art Festival. This year marks the second time this event has taken place. The One City Art Festival displays how Macon’s community has evolved for the best when it comes to the visual arts discipline. Middle Georgia […]
Article · September 22, 2014 by Y-O Latimore
The Allman Brothers Band (Oct. 1971 – Oct. 1972). The Allman Brothers Band had a unique way of bringing all types of people together in the name of music. They were an essential force of crossing cultures and placing Macon on the global radar. The Allman Brothers Band planted a family tree that still stands […]
Article · September 17, 2014 by Y-O Latimore
Ocmulgee Indian Celebration poster. The lifestyle of Native Americans has been preserved throughout the United States with national monuments and reservations. Each year, during the middle of September, thousands of people from all over the Southeast and beyond come out to the Ocmulgee Indian Celebration. This year, the dates fall on September 20 and 21. From […]
Article · September 15, 2014 by Y-O Latimore
Interior at Breccles by Winston Churchill. Although Winston Churchill was not popularly known as a visual artist, he created hundreds of paintings during his lifetime. He used art as a way to relieve the large amount of pressure associated with leading and serving his constituents. At one point, he thought his career as a politician had come […]
Article · September 11, 2014 by Y-O Latimore
Cherry Blossom’s Praise Fest in Washington Park flyer. A little while ago, the first Praise Fest took place at the 567 Center for Renewal, a Knight Arts grantee. It was the beginning of a successful partnership with the Cherry Blossom Festival, a Knight Arts grantee, and the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation. The […]
Article · September 8, 2014 by Y-O Latimore