Mulberry Market: fresh, local produce for all budgets

Macon is blessed with many local markets for Maconites to buy and sample products from small local farmers, craftsmen, artists, and artisans. One such market is the Mulberry Market, which is held virtually every Wednesday year-round at Tattnall Square Park near the Tennis Center from 3:30 PM – 6:00 PM. The market is a program …

Cordele native starts clothing company

Guest post by Kristyn Boothe Founded on the banks of Macon’s Ocmulgee River, Amerson Rock Outfitters is mixing local flavor into their clothing company. Owner Jesse Griffin, originally from Cordele, has only been in Macon since January but says he already feels a deep connection to the community. “I fell in love with Macon very …

Local woman encourages thrifting lifestyle

National Thrift Shop Day is August 17, and Jocelyn Hunt plans to celebrate in style. Jocelyn is the founder of Thrifting Central GA., an endeavor that includes a blog, a Facebook page, and a Facebook thrifting group where diligent shoppers and thrift store owners can connect. Her mission statement on the Thrifting Central GA Facebook …

Wesleyan Market hosts local artisans and handcrafters

Macon, Georgia- The Wesleyan Market has been bringing the Middle Georgia community together since 2008. The market is a platform for local vendors who grow, and produced commodities as well as homemade crafts. It is located at 4760 Forsyth Road on the campus of Wesleyan College. Hannah Doan the Director of Wesleyan Market shared some …

Roe’ing for a Cause: Crisis Line & Safe House of Central Georgia

LuLaRoe clothing is one of the year’s most popular clothing brands for women and girls, and today, women in Macon have the opportunity to shop LuLaRoe for a good cause. Today, Thursday, November 17th, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., there will be a LuLaRoe clothing pop up sale at 915 Hill Park, Suite 100C, in …

Second Impressions consignment sale in full swing

Second Impressions consignment sale is open, today from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Anderson Conference Center at 5171 Eisenhower Parkway in Macon.  Second Impressions is a gently-used clothing and toy sale for children, but they also have maternity clothing and a small selection of newborn necessities, like high chairs. Macon Community News visited …

Events this week Thursday July 28 to August 3, 2016

Highlight of events in and around Macon and Middle Georgia for the week of July 28-August 3, 2016. This weekend includes Bragg Jam events for those who love live music and arts. Thursday July 28, Bibb County Schools are hosting an Elementary School Open House from 4 PM – 7 PM at the respective elementary …

Applying Intentionality to Shopping Georgia’s Sales Tax Holiday

First the facts; Saturday July 30th and Sunday the 31st is the state of Georgia’s first sales tax holiday of the year. This first tax holiday is focused on clothing, computers, and school supplies. The second sales tax holiday will be September 30th through October 2nd and will be for Energy or Water efficient products. …

Amazon Prime Day deals keep coming

Today is Amazon Prime Day, a day when Amazon Prime members get ridiculous discounts on everything from electronics and jewelry to clothing and accessories. Admittedly, last year’s Prime Day was a bit of a disappointment. This year, though, Amazon has clearly stepped up their game. Amazon products, like the Kindle, Echo, and FireTV are available …