I’m writing this week’s post from the road in Guatemala, so hopefully I don’t miss anything critical! This is the first week since I started this newsletter where I felt like I couldn’t reasonably show every big event in a singular newsletter. My goal with this has always been that its short and easily digestible, but there are some really cool events this week that were cut to keep this to a manageable size. I’ll try my best to post those on our social media accounts, so make sure you’re following on Instagram or Facebook! That said, what are your thoughts about this newsletter posting twice a week rather than just once? Let me know in this 1-question poll!

With that out of the way, let’s get to the good stuff!

Events

1.🎷 Jazz on the River 2025

Let’s kick things off with a FREE event right along the river at Woodruff Park. Jazz on the River will feature live music and artists bringing you the best R&B and throwbacks. The weather is shaping up to be nice by this weekend, so come enjoy that, some great live tunes and many food vendors. For a list of the acts that will be featured, click the link below.

• Location: Woodruff Park

• Date: Sunday, Sept. 28

• Time: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM

• More Info: Jazz on the River

2.🏈 SEC Tailgate & Watch Party

There’s a very big game in the college football world this weekend, and no I’m not talking about Penn State vs Oregon! Yes, it’s time for another edition of Bama-UGA, this time in Athens. If you’re looking for somewhere to watch this other than your couch, Stirrup Trouble and the Peach Shoppe have you covered. They’re hosting a watch party and will have the game playing on a projector. You can get food from local food trucks, participate in the cornhole tournament, and of course grab a drink from Stirrup Trouble or shoppe at the Peach Shoppe. Rivalry is what makes college football great, so get out there and watch with some other folks!

• Location: Stirrup Trouble

• Date: Saturday, Sept. 27

• Time: 7:00 start, 7:30 kickoff

• More Info: UGA/Bama Watch Party

3.🎶 R&B Bingo

Here’s something that’s a little different. The AREME Social Club is hosting R&B Bingo. Expect a live DJ, prizes and high-energy fun. Food will be available for purchase and tickets are $20 either ahead of time or at the door.

• Location: Prince Hall Masonic Temple

• Date: Saturday, Sept. 27

• Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

• More Info: R&B Bingo

4.🌸 BlueBelle’s Fall Kickoff

This is Bluebelle’s biggest event of the year! It’s a fun outdoor market with food trucks, live music and over 100 vendors both inside and out. It’s a great way to kick off Fall with some fun shopping and a little time outdoors.

• Location: Bluebelle Local Mercantile

• Date: Saturday, Sept. 27

• Time: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM

• More Info: Bluebelle Fall Kickoff

5.🎻 Strings in the Park

Here’s another fun event making great use of the beautiful space at Highside Market. Bring a blanket or chair and enjoy a cozy evening where CSU students fill the air with the sound of strings!

• Location: Highside Market

• Date: Thursday, Sept. 25

• Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

• More Info: Strings in the Park

6.💼 WTVM Job Fair

While virtually all of the events I share here are for fun and many go towards good causes, I wanted to include this one as it could be very important for people on the hunt for their next job. This event, hosted by WTVM at the Cunningham Center, will connect job seekers with a wide range of employers from industries like healthcare, education, skilled trades, customer service and more. Be ready for on-the-spot interviews and dress to make a good impression!

• Location: Cunningham Center (on CSU campus)

• Date: Thursday, Sept. 25

• Time: 10 AM – 2 PM

• More Info: WTVM

Music

• Uptown’s Friday Night Concert Series - Every Friday at 7 on Broadway, 7:00 PM

• HeyDreamer with Grits and Greens - Friday, September 26, 1000 Block of Broadway, 7:00 PM

• Genevieve Heyward - Friday, September 26, The Loft, 9:00 PM

• Sally Brown Brand - Friday, September 26, Wild Wing Cafe, 8:00 PM

• Concerts on the Green - Every Saturday in September, Oldtown, 5:00 - 8:00 PM

• Schwob Singers Send-Off Concert - Sunday, September 27, St Luke, 4:00 PM

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