Summer celebrations offer opportunities to support local businesses
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center of the district, the Chinese Connection Dub Embassy will perform a variety of musical selections.
Finally, wrap up your week at the Mid-South Makers open house, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. on Friday at 2804 Bartlett Road Suite 2.
The group consists of a wide variety of local creatives who are committed to establishing a diverse community showcasing art, crafting, science and technology. If you can make something and like to share, this is the group for you. And if you’d like to learn more about 3D printers, this is definitely a cohort you’ll want to join.
There’s no cost to try it out; just stop by and join the conversation. To find out more, visit midsouthmakers.org.