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1-30 Nursing Mom’s Support Group ~ The first weeks and months of motherhood are full of
questions and concerns. This informal group for mothers and babies meets weekly with lactation professionals to address common breastfeed- ing questions and issues. Every Wednesday from 4-6 p.m. and every Thursday 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at Columbus Regional Lactation Center and Boutique, 500 18th Street. Cost: free. Info: 706.494.4361 or
columbusregional.com
2 Free Public Ice Skating ~ Come out and skate for free at the Columbus Ice Rink, located next to
Columbus Civic Center in the South Commons Sports Complex. The new rink is handicap acces- sible and offers ample parking, 5-7 p.m. Info: 706.225.4500 or
columbusicerink.org
3-31 Market Days ~ Local farmers and other vendors sell locally grown and handcrafted items,
yummy baked goods, fresh flowers and much more on the 1000 block of Broadway, Saturdays 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Info: 706.596.0111 or uptown
columbusga.com
4 Inventing a New Navy ~ In conjunction with National Inventors’ Month, Port Columbus
presents a look at inventions and technological advancements in navies both North and South during the Civil War. Also take a special look at the Navy Yard here in Columbus and the engineering practiced there by Horace King and others. 1-4 p.m. Info: 706.327.9798 or
portcolumbus.org
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6 Children’s Art Class ~ Children ages 8-14 have the chance to make their own pillowcase at the Britt
David Cultural Arts Studio, 1-2:30 p.m. Cost: $10. Info: 706.653.4196 or
columbusga.org/parks
7 First Day of School ~ Harris County Schools
8 Children’s Pottery Class ~ Children ages 7-10 are invited to create their own wall pocket out of clay at the Northside Pottery Studio, 3 - 4:30 p.m. Cost: $4.50. Info: 706.576.2061 or
columbusga.org/parks
8 Boot Camp for New Dads ~ Dads-to-be are invited to learn the ropes from men who have suc-
cessfully made the transition to fatherhood. Pro- spective dads may have the experience to become comfortable, under the guidance of veteran dads, with changing diapers, swaddling and comfort- ing babies. Columbus Regional Education Center, 6298 Veterans Parkway, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Cost: $30.
Info: 706.494.4361 or
columbusregional.com
8 Infant Safety ~ This class gives basic informa- tion on what to do if your baby chokes, infant CPR, safe sleeping and how to child proof your home, 7-9 p.m. Columbus Regional Education Center at Main Street. Cost: $20. Info: 706.494.4361 or
columbusregional.com
12 On the Right Track ~ Join Oxbow Meadow’s naturalist Jan Forrest Kent for a lesson on identi-
fying the tracks of local wildlife, then experience the thrill of seeing those animal tracks firsthand as you venture out for a hike on the wetland trail. Starts at 2 p.m. Cost: $3. Info: 706.507.8550 or
oxbow.columbusstate.edu
13 First Day of School ~ Muscogee County Schools
17-18 Consignment Sale ~ Columbus Kids Market will host their fall children’s consignment sale at Central Baptist Church, 8303 Whitesville Rd, featuring over 100 consignors. Opens Friday at 10 a.m., Saturday at 8 a.m. Info: 706.565.5442 or
columbuskidsmarket.com
18 Auditions for Youth Orchestra of Greater Columbus ~ Auditions will be held by appointment at the Schwob School of Music, RiverCenter. All young musicians entering grades 4-12 are encour- aged to audition. Info: call 706-256-3614 or visit
yogc.org
20 First Day of School ~ Russell County Schools 20 First Day of School ~ Lee County Schools
25 Astronomy Nights ~ Join the staff of the Coca-Cola Space Science Center for an awe- inspiring evening of star gazing and planet viewing, 8 p.m. Cost: free. Info: 706.649.1477 or
ccssc.org
31-Sept 2 Sky High Hot Air Balloon Festival ~ Marvel as the sky fills with color at the 14th Annual Sky High Hot Air Balloon Festival at Cal- laway Gardens. Featured events include the extraor- dinary Friday Night Balloon Glow, balloon flights and tethered balloon rides, a classic car show, live music and much more. Weekend Family Package starts at $179 per night in the Mountain Creek Inn for a family of four. Info: 800.225.5292 or
callawaygardens.com
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