Friday, Aug. 16

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It’s here. TheatreSquared’s new facility on Dickson Street is open to the public, and their first show is officially playing through the weekend. They’re opening up with their version of Shakespeare in Love, and there are still a few tickets available for opening weekend. Here’s more.

Canadian rock band The Strumbellas are playing a free show Friday night at JBGB. It’s free to get in, but parking in the JJ’s lot is $10. Proceeds will benefit Fayetteville Youth Baseball and Pagnozzi Parker Charities. Here’s more info.

Also in tines, there’s an electronic show with Trippy Hippy, Dondo, and EJLEE at Axis Lounge, local duo Jeckyll & High are at Smoke & Barrek, and there’s a four-band rock show at Backspace with Semi-Local Forcast, Foxpay, Ankle Pop, and Granger.

Nomad’s is hosting another of their Southtown Comedy Nights on Friday night. This time, comedian Zach Pugh will be telling the jokes. Show starts at 9 p.m.

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Saturday, Aug. 17

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It’s pretty much peak Farmers’ Market season right now. Better get down there Saturday morning, and get yourself some dang veggies.

The Washington County Historical Society will host their annual Ice Cream Social at 3 p.m. on Saturday at the Headquarter’s House. It’s $5 for adults, $2.50 for kids 6-12, and free for kids under 6. There will be live music, and you can learn a little about Fayetteville’s history while you’re there. Here’s more info.

Music-wise, there’s a Rage Against the Machine tribute at George’s, Backspace has a show with Fry, Luxemburg Trio, and Charade, and Smoke & Barrel is hosting another installment of their Worst Party Ever DJ night.

There’s more below. Have a great weekend, everyone.

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Sunday, Aug. 18

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Country rockers American Aquarium are back in town for a Sunday night show at George’s this weekend. Tickets are $15-18, and the doors open at 7 p.m.