It's never too early to start thinking about lining up some fun stuff to do on the weekend, so let's take a look at just a couple of things you might want to put on your "To Do" list!  We sure can't fit in all the happenings here, so you've got to go explore the Community Calendar for lots more ideas.

How about we do a little antique shopping this weekend?  Head to the Columbus Convention & Trade Center this Friday-Sunday (July 29-31) for the Uptown Columbus Antique Show.  They've got dealers from the Atlanta area shows and they're bringing everything from furniture, sterling silver, fine estate jewelry, Persian rugs, and many other unique decorative items.  You can even bring your gold to sell to some of the dealers.  Admission is $3.  (706.570.4030)

The 3rd Annual Southeastern Bikefest is happening this Saturday at the old Farmer's Market (318 10th Ave).  Sounds like a fun day with stunt shows, music, games for kids, food, and trophies presented to Best Bike in Show.  Gates open at 10:00am and the show starts at 12:00pm.  Admission is $5.  (706.536.7898)

I know it doesn't feel like it outside…in fact, far from it…but this weekend there's a Christmas in July event happening at McGraw Village Clubhouse at Ft. Benning!  They'll have lots of different vendors on hand so you can get a head start on your Christmas list.  There will also be a drawing every hour for prizes beginning at 9:30am.  The event will be held from 9:00am-4:00pm and is free and open to the public. (607.232.3088)

The staff at Oxbow Meadows (3535 South Lumpkin Rd) is thrilled to announce the public grand opening of our the facility on Saturday, July 30 from 10:00am-3:00pm.  From 10am-11am, visitors will enjoy guided building tours and free photos with an Oxbow animal. The first fifty guests will also receive a free Oxbow Meadows t-shirt. At 11:00am, staff naturalists will place tortoises in their new habitat and present a program on these special creatures. At 11:30am, a group of rat snakes affectionately known as "The Rat Pack" will be placed in their enclosure. Jody Karlin, owner of Just Add Water and Oxbow aquaria designer, will present a program at noon on aquatic animals and the intricate process of building habitats. Cupcakes will be offered at 12:30pm, and a number of door prizes will be given away, including local honey, birthday parties, and free outreach programs for educators. At 1:00pm, animal coordinator Jason Clark will present a program on our amazing alligators, and native tree frogs will be introduced to their new environment at 1:30. This event is FREE and open to the public. (706.687.4090)

And, if you're in the mood for a classic movie in a great setting, make plans to head to the Springer Opera House this Friday night for a screening of "The Phenix City Story."  Show starts at 7:30pm and admission is $10.  (706.327.3688)

Yep, the weekend isn't that far away so let's get planning!

Now, go have some fun,

shelby