Prepare yourself for the coming of The King in Concert this Saturday at the Adler Theatre. 2014 Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Champion, Jay Dupuis, helps the audience relive the magic and mystique of Elvis during this spectacular show.  The Army's best talent make their way to the Adler tomorrow night for a FREE Soldier Show full of song and dance.

Right next door, the RiverCenter hosts the Metro Mini Makers Expo Friday and Saturday. This annual exhibition revolves around unique dollhouse miniatures and the like. This year's expo will also feature a Graceful Ladies Chair workshop, Kitchen Canning in a Jar class, and Cherry Wood Pie/Jelly Cupboard workshop.

As a sponsor for Camp Euforia 12, River Music Experience is hosting a showcase featuring your favorite local bands tomorrow evening. One band will win a chance to play at Camp Euforia 2015, so come on out to support and vote for your favorite! On Sunday, Third Sunday Jazz presents the Edgar Crockett Quintet as they cover songs from legendary jazz artists in the Redstone Room. Enjoy a FREE pre-party to the 2015 Summer Camp Music Festival on Wednesday, too, when Jakubi and Fire Sale perform.

Peruse artwork of elementary students at the Figge Art Museum from now until May 24. This weekend, the work of Geneseo students will be on display in the rotating Young Artists at the Figge exhibition. Make sure you take a look at the unique art found in the Danish Modern: Design for Living and Yuriko Yamaguchi exhbits while you still can.

What better way to fill your weekend than with activities that support local? Swing by the Freight House Farmers Market Saturday AND Sunday to grab fresh, delicious goodies from local farmers, artists, and bakers. Find more unique crafts over at Crafted QC or take advantage of the JumpOnIt Mobile deal for The Full Kit while you're in the area. Text JumpOnQC to 88678 to retrieve the coupon!

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