By Liz Acevedo, 706th MI Group FRSA

Cole Bros. Circus of the Stars September 13 ~15 at 4:30 p.m. The World's Largest Circus Under The Big Top. More

Animals, More Action, More Fun!!! Purchase tickets at Jay’s Music, 2702 Washington

Road, (888) 332-5200 and www.tickets.com. Cost: $16.00 - $23.00. Address: Former

Regency Mall, 1700 Gordon Highway , Augusta. www.gotothecircus.com

Augusta Canal Moonlight Music Cruise Series

September 13, 2013 - 6:30 pm. Enjoy live music by Joyce Lynn. Bring aboard your refreshments of choice. Cost: $25.00. These highly popular cruises frequently sell out, so reservations are strongly recommended. Address: Enterprise Mill, 1450 Greene Street, Augusta Downtown. www.augustacanal.com

Free Child Safety Fair September 13, 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. and September 14, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. FREE Digital fingerprint and photo program for all of the children that attend! Bring your children of all ages to one of the top Child Safety programs in the country! There is no age limit. WHY: So many children are reported missing each day in the U.S. One major problem that costs precious time in the recovery of missing children is the gathering of current photographs, fingerprints, and statistical information to assist law enforcement agencies. Kids will

take a child’s fingerprints and send them home directly with parents. Location: Infiniti of Augusta, 3069 Washington Road, Augusta. Website: www.facebook.com/events/202941486537760

Transit Authority, Tribute Band to "Chicago" September 13 at 7:30 p.m. Transit Authority is the premier tribute band to the historic music of Chicago. This 8-piece powerhouse ensemble includes some of the Midwest’s most talented musicians. Each show is a high energy, spot-on tribute to some of the greatest music of all time. Location: Jabez S. Hardin Performing Arts Center, 7022 Evans Town Center Blvd, Evans GA.For more information, visit Augusta Amusements at www.augustaamusements.com.

Country Club Dance Free Dance Lessons Every Friday, from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Address: 2834 Washington Road,

Augusta, GA. www.augustacountry.com.

Weekend Events - September 13, 2013

By Liz Acevedo, 706th MI Group FRSA

Carolina Dragway is a 1/4 mile facility located in Jackson, SC sanctioned by IHRA with a strong schedule of yearly events. With an elevation of 271 feet and a full 1/8 mile of Concrete, Carolina Dragway rewrites the record books for every sanctioned event that visits the facility each year. With Compulink Timing system, Score Boards, Dial In Boards, and a Musco lighting system, your experience at Carolina Dragway is sure to be a great time for the whole family. For information visit http://www.houseofhook.com/index.shtml.

Covenant at Lady A Evans Towne Center Park September 14th at 3:00 ~ 8:00 P.M. Enjoy a FREE festival featuring live local musicians, free food and drink (while they last), BBQ from Waylon’s Wickedly Good & The Rajin Cajin, Inflatables, Shepeard Blood Center Bloodmobile. Address: 7016 Evans Town Center Boulevard, Evans GA. For more information visit www.evanstownecenterpark.com.

Concert for Kids ~ Born to Run in the USA September 14, at 7:00 P.M. 7th annual Concert for Kids: Born to Run in the USA and People Who Must album release. Reserved tickets are on sale for $35/$25/$15 in advance. Each ticket purchased includes a digital download of the new People Who Must album. The show will begin with a People Who Must set celebrating new release, The Silver Screen EP. The band will then perform Bruce Springsteen’s hits with Atlanta artist Tim Brantley and other guest musicians. Tickets and info at www.ImperialTheatre.com.

Augusta Paddlefest 2013

September 14, at 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Have you been getting your paddle on? Paddlefest is right around the corner. Watch paddlers race in and enjoy delicious food and beer and a local array of outdoor vendors at the festival following the races! Don't miss this great opportunity to enjoy the Savannah River with hundreds of your best friends! Registration is now open. Riverfront Marina, 1 Riverfront Drive Augusta, GA Downtown. Admission is FREE! For more information visit Paddlefest Website, www.paddlefestga.com.

Keith Sweat with Special Guest Silk

September 14 at 7:30 p.m. Keith Sweat, legendary R&B singer, music producer, songwriter, and host of the nationally syndicated radio program The Sweat Hotel, is performing at the Bell Auditorium with special guest Silk, for one show only. Address: 712 Telfair Street Augusta Downtown. www.augustaentertainmentcomplex.com

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By Liz Acevedo, 706th MI Group FRSA

J. Cole What Dreams May Come Tour

September 15 at 7:30 p.m. Grammy-nominated, platinum selling RocNation/Columbia recording artist J. Cole, in the midst of his critically acclaimed Gold selling new album Born Sinner, a Platinum selling, #1 single “Power Trip” featuring Grammy Award winner Miguel and rapidly rising second single, “Crooked Smile”. featuring TLC, and a recent top selling fan tour, has announced details and dates for his 2013 North American tour, What Dreams May Come Tour, featuring Wale. www.augustaentertainmentcomplex.com

TICA Championship & Household Pet Cat Show September 14-15 at 10:00 a.m. Pedigreed cats, household pets, judging and competition in six rings each day, vendors, raffle and adoptions groups with information. Cost: $5 .00 adults, $4.00 seniors/military, $2.50 children, under 4 free. Address: North Augusta Activities Center, 100 Riverview Park Drive, 29841 North Augusta, S.C.

Special Needs Night at Monkey Joe’s First Sunday of Each Month. Special Needs Night at Monkey Joe’s. This event is held the first Sunday of each month after general store hours to ensure a calm environment for special needs children and their parents. 6-7 p.m. Monkey Joe’s, 368 Fury’s Ferry Rd. 706-922-JUMP (5867). www.monkeyjoes.com.

Maize Season at Steeds Dairy Sep 21- Nov 17. This real, working dairy farm also has fun activities including a petting zoo, jumping pillow, giant tube slide, rubber duck races, a preschool play area with swings and slides, a corn kernel pit and more. During the fall “Maize season” enjoy hayrides, the corn maze, pumpkin patch and real cow milking demonstrations. www.steedsdairy.com.

Six Flags Over Georgia Military Appreciation Day!

September 21-22. Six Flags salutes our nation’s Military by offering active Military members and their Families complimentary and reduced admission. Servicemembers can present their current ID cards at ticket windows to receive free admission and up to two dependants. If servicemember is deployed, the spouse and up to 2 dependants may receive free admission. The spouse must present military ID card. If servicemembers need additional tickets, they may do so at 50 percent less than the main-gate admission price. Retired U.S. Military may also purchase a ticket at 50 percent less than the admission price. www.sixflags.com/overGeorgia/index.aspx

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Armed Forces Recreation Vacations Armed Forces Recreation Center (AFRC) full-service resort hotels are Joint Service

Facilities that provide quality, wholesome, affordable, Family-oriented vacation

recreation opportunities to Servicemembers and their Families, Retirees, and DoD

Civilians. www.armymwr.com/travel/recreationcenters

Plantation Blood is Back! September 22 at 12:00 a.m. with a new location – bigger

and better than ever! 4127 Wallie Drive, off Windsor

Spring Road, Augusta. www.plantationblood.com

4th Annual Augusta Zombie Walk Friday, October 4 at 6:45 p.m. The Zombie Walk is a simple concept – you dress up in zombie gear, lurch your way through downtown with the other zombies, and stay in character, grunting and slurring on the hunt for fresh brains and flesh. The Walk is a family-friendly event so everyone is invited! While zombies may defy the rules of physics, they are still citizens and thus can and will be held legally responsible for their actions. So we ask you to keep the following Zombie Walk rules in mind. Zombies will gather at the Eighth Street Bulk Head (8th and Reynolds), Augusta Downtown just before sunset (6:45) and start their shamble shortly after sunset (7:05-ish). https://www.facebook.com/events/189145387933228

Gordon Spouses’ & Civilians’ Club Presents “Wine Not?” October 9, 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. Red! White! Sparkling! Come get your wine on with

good friends and new ones at the Fort Gordon Spouses’ & Civilians’ Club wine

and hors d’oeuvre tasting. The evening event costs $10 per person. Bring your

spouse too! Address: Evans Towne Market 4460 Washington Road in Evans.

For more information or to join FGSCC, please visit us at www.fgscc.com.

Tybee Island Pirate Festival October 10-13. Swashbucklers of all ages will converge on Tybee Island, Georgia, for the 9th Annual Tybee Island Pirate Festival. Featuring a Pirate Victory Parade, Live Entertainment, Costume Contests, Children’s Activities and the Thieves Market. For more information visit http://tybeepiratefest.com.

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Augusta Annual Hispanic Festival October 11 - 12, Experience the flair and vibrancy of the Hispanic culture and enjoy a variety of authentic Hispanic food. Augusta Common, 826 Reynolds Street, Augusta Downtown . Website:Hispanic Festival Website

Augusta Barnyard Flea Markets! Come and explore the Augusta Barnyard Flea Market! With lot of vendors That are frequented by millions of shoppers a year. There’s plenty of parking, elbow room, hospitality and fun. You will find an enormous variety of bargains and surprises along our clean and spacious aisles. With so much to choose from the entire family will enjoy this one of a kind shopping experience. Markets open: Sat 7:00-4:30 and Sunday 8:00-4:30. 1625 Doug Barnard Parkway, Augusta downtown.

Moonlight Music Cruises …………………………………………………

Enjoy live music in a variety of styles. Each Friday in April through June and again from September to early November. Features performances from blues to bluegrass. Bring aboard your refreshments of choice. These highly popular cruises frequently sell out, so reservations are strongly recommended. Website: www.augustacanal.com.

The Augusta Market March 23 - November 23, 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Browse local produce, baked goods, coffee, arts, crafts and more. The Augusta Market is located in beautiful downtown Augusta on the 8th Street Plaza which intersects with Reynolds Street. For more information visit website: www.theaugustamarket.com.

Where to Dine………………. Prepare to indulge your appetite and taste buds. With more than 300 restaurants – many winners of regional acclaim, Augusta is sure to satisfy the hungriest of visitors. To help you begin your culinary journey, we have compiled a list of area favorites. http://www.augustaga.org/Where-to-Dine

*Saturday Historic Trolley

Every Saturday! The tour include a tour through the Augusta

Museum of History. From 1:00 - 1:30 p.m. and a driving tour

through historic Downtown Augusta from 2:00 - 3:15 p.m.

Reservations are required at least 24 hours prior. Depart from

the Augusta Visitor Center. $12.00 Reservations: 706-724-4067.

By Liz Acevedo, 706th MI Group FRSA

Fort Gordon Upcoming Events

And More…http://fortgordon.com

Fort Gordon Morale Call September 20, 4:00 ~ 7:00 P.M. at the Courtyard (Next to Teresa’s Mexican

Restaurant). Bring your Right Arm or your Boss for a free night of food, fun and

dancing! All genres of music by Tony Howard. All Servicemembers are welcome!

Register online at: www.tinyurl.com/jw9b9yv

By Liz Acevedo, 706th MI Group FRSA

Vacations * Military Discounts

Coca Cola Armed Forces Appreciation All active and retired members of the Armed Forces will receive complimentary admission to the World of Coca-Cola. http://www.worldofcoca-cola.com/armedforcesappreciation.htm

Great Wolf Lodge Indoor Water Park Resort ~ Heroes Always receive 20% of the best rates, and a special salute to all servicemembers! http://www.greatwolf.com/concord/waterpark

Walt Disney World Resort “Salutes the U.S military” visit the following link for more information www.disneyworld.com/military Sea World /Bush Gardens are still offering Salute to our Heroes with One free admission to one of their theme parks for Active duty/retired personnel and family members. Visit www.herosalute.com to register.

Universal Studios’ Orlando discounted tickets for Military and Family members. For more information visit this link www.universalorlandoresort.com/minisite/military The Armed Forces Vacation Club offers affordable military vacations around the world for military personnel and their families. More information at www.afvclub.com MWR Resorts for Soldiers, Families, Retirees and Civilians. Visit www.armymwr.com

Recreation Parks Near Augusta, GA

*Splash in the Boro, Statesboro GA. Military Discount http://splashintheboro.com Stone Mountain Park, GA. www.stonemountainpark.com 15 miles east of downtown Atlanta on US Highway 78

Carowinds, NC. http://www.carowinds.com Carowinds is located 15 minutes from uptown Charlotte at exit 90

Six Flags Georgia, www.sixflags.com/overGeorgia/index.aspx Just minutes of North of Atlanta.

Atlanta, Georgia Aquarium, www.georgiaaquarium.org Riverbanks Zoo & Garden, http://www.riverbanks.org Greystone Blvd. (1 1/2 miles west of downtown Columbia, S.C.)

Fort Gordon ~ Pointes West Army Resort The Resort can only be utilized by Active Duty Servicemembers, Retired Service members, DOD Civilians, Dependents/Family Members, and sponsored guests.

By Liz Acevedo, 706th MI Group FRSA

Fort Gordon ~ Atlanta ~ Augusta

Things to Do Links

Fort Gordon Religious Events & Activities Servicemembers, Families and Civilians experience music worship along with introductory prayers and a variety of other pertinent prayer worship! For more information visit http://www.gordon.army.mil/chaplain/events.htm Fort Gordon - Balfour Beatty Communities http://ftgordonfamilyhousing.com/subpage.aspx?cid=27&k=events

Fandango Augusta Area Cinemas http://www.fandango.com/augusta_ga_movietimes

For Augusta all kinds of fun things to do visit: http://www.augustaga.org/visitors/events James Brown Arena Upcoming Events www.augustaentertainmentcomplex.com Festivities at Gwinnett Arena http://www.gwinnettcenter.com Visit Atlanta! http://www.atlantaga.gov Receive Fort Gordon up-to-date information on your cell phone by texting MWR to the number 82672!

Have a Wonderful Weekend!