Did you ride your bike to work today in honor of National Bike to Work Day? If not, make sure you grab a helmet and cycle somewhere this weekend. Tonight, there is plenty of entertainment options. Afrika Book Cafe is hosting 4ever Friday. The event combines poetry readings, and music by performers Tiff and Radical with an art exhibit. The event starts at 9 p.m.; $10 admission. For more live music, head to Hal & Mal's at 9 p.m. to see the Church Keys and Eric Stracener perform, or catch rock-band favorites Lucero and Taylor Hildebrand at Ole Tavern at 9 p.m. Want more? See the JFP Music Listings.
Start your Saturday morning off early at 7 a.m. by attending the Charity Yard Sale at 3330 Old Canton Road, with proceeds benefitting the Mississippi Coalition for Citizens with Disabilities. If you're in the mood for art gazing, head to the Renaissance Fine Arts Festival at The Renaissance at Colony Park in Ridgeland. The festival starts at 10 a.m. and includes art from more than 80 artists from 22 states. Nearby, The Blues Festival at the Township at Colony Park will feature a live performance by the Juvenators at 4 p.m. For a complete line up visit The Township's website Put your dancing shoes on, and head to the Latin Rooftop Dance Party at 9 p.m. on the roof of the Fondren Corner Building. The event is sponsored by Salsa Mississippi. Admission is $10. Check out the JFP's Best Bets for more events.
Sunday is a great day to take it easy and unwind. Butteryfly Yoga is hosting the Sonic Asana and Meditation Journey at 11 a.m. The workshop, led by Scotta Brady, features music and soundscapes by DJ HyFi.
Afterwards, grab lunch at a local restaurant like Mimi's, Lumpkins or Broadstreet. For a great list of dining options check out the JFP Restaurant Listings and the Menu Guide.
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