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BALDWIN

JAN. 10, 17, 24, 31

What: GriefShare Small Group When: 6:30-8 p.m. Where: New Life Ministries, 385 Log Cabin Drive, Milledgeville More Info: Everyone in our community who is coping with the loss of a loved one is welcome to participate in New Life’s on-campus Grief Ministry. We use GriefShare materials, which provide a very effective combination of counselors & testimonials on video, along with small group sharing and workbooks to help in your grief journey. See griefshare.org for details.

JAN. 12

What: Cedric Smith: Horsepower Exhibit Reception When: 5-7 p.m. Where: Ennis Hall at GCSU More info: Cedric Smith’s work is inspired by his upbringing and childhood memories of seeing African American culture and individuals displayed in advertising and media. The gallery will be open through Feb. Check https://www.visitmilledgeville.org/event/cedricsmith% 3a-horsepower-exhibit/6935/ for the dates.

JAN. 13-15

What: Le Pied Du Mont Boucherie When: Recurring daily Where: Comfort Farms (347 Horace Veal Rd Nw) More info: The Le Pied Du Mont Boucherie festival is a multi-day educational event, designed to bring the community together to witness the craft of our butchers, farmers, and chefs who work together throughout the growing season to prepare seasonal and delicious meals from local, sustainable and organic sources.

JAN. 14-15

What: All American Circus When: 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Jan. 14; 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Jan. 14; 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Jan. 15 Where: National Guard Armory, 107 GA Hwy 49 West, Milledgeville More info: Stardust Circus presents “The All-American Circus.”

We are a traditional American family circus touring the Eastern USA. Our show consists of 90 minutes of fun, laughter, and excitement that both adults and children of all ages will enjoy. To buy tickets visit www.allamericancircus.com/tour-dates. Make the most of our online special prices with tickets from less than $5 per person when you purchase a Family Saver (offer only available online). Arrive early and enjoy a little extra circus fun at the kid’s fun zone before showtime.

WEDNESDAY, JAN. 18

What: Ocmulgee Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) Training When: 1-4 p.m. Where: Lakeview Academy, 220 N/ ABC St., Milledgeville More info: CASA will hold a new volunteer training class beginning Jan. 18, 2023, from 1-4 p.m. at Lakeview Academy in Milledgeville. The nine required training sessions will be held every Monday and Wednesday through February 15. CASA volunteers serve as a voice for children in foster care. For more information, call 478-452-9170.

THURSDAY, JAN. 19

What: Peter Selgin: A Retrospective of Visual Art reception. When: 5-7 p.m. Where: 102 S. Columbia St. More info: Join Georgia College faculty member Peter Selgin in the presentation of his latest artwork. Special reception on Jan. 19 with a violin performance by Dave Johnson.

PUTNAM

SATURDAY, JAN. 7

What: Hoop Shoot Free-Throw Contest When: 1 p.m. Where: Putnam County Recreation Center, 140 Recreation Park Rd, Eatonton More info: The Eatonton Elks Lodge No. 2549 will host its annual basketball free-throw contest for boys and girls aged 8-13 at the Putnam County Recreation Center. Free registration at the Rec. Center the day of the contest, prior to scheduled start. Winners will have the opportunity to advance to regional, state and national competitions.

TUESDAY, JAN. 10 (2ND TUESDAY EACH MONTH)

What: Grief Support Meeting When: 7-8 p.m. Where: Peaceful Purpose Hospice of Georgia (meeting at Putnam Chamber of Commerce office, 108 W. Marion St., Eatonton).

More info: You don’t have to go through the grieving process alone. Join Peaceful Purpose Hospice of Georgia’s caring group of people who will walk alongside you through one of life’s most difficult experiences during their grief support held on the second Tuesday of each month.

SATURDAY, JAN. 21

What: “I’ve Finished Writing, Now What?” Workshop When: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Where: Georgia Writers Museum, 109 South Jefferson St., Eatonton More Info: The workshop, taught by the BookLogix staff, will be divided into two sessions. Session One will be 60 minutes and focus on the 10 mistakes authors often make when publishing a book—from preparing the manuscript to marketing. Session Two will be 90 minutes and cover the basics of bookselling and marketing. Fee for one session is $30; fee for both sessions is $55. For more information and to register visit www.georgiawritersmuseum.org.

THURSDAY, JAN. 26

What: Eatonton Kiwanis Club Pancake Supper When: 5-8 p.m. Where: Eatonton First United Methodist Church, 103 W Magnolia St., Eatonton More info: Please join us for the annual Eatonton Kiwanis Club Pancake Supper. Tickets are just $7 each and available from any Eatonton Kiwanis Club Member or at the door. All proceeds go to support the Eatonton Kiwanis Club Projects in our community.

FRIDAY, FEB. 24

What: Putnam General Hospital Auxiliary Soup Luncheon When: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: Eatonton First United Methodist Church, 103 W. Magnolia St., Eatonton More info: PGH Auxiliary members are volunteers who support the hospital through various fundraising events and by occasionally donating their time in the operating room suites and physical rehab facilities. Tickets to the soup luncheon can be purchased at the PGH gift shop, from any auxiliary member, or by calling Joan Millenes at 803-240-7483 and leaving a message.

GREENE

TUESDAY, JAN. 10, 24; FEB. 14, 28

What: Greene County Toastmasters When: 6-7:15 p.m. Where: Training room at Lakeside Church, 5800 Hwy. 44 (Lake Oconee Parkway), Greensboro More Info: We are currently having HYBRID meetings. To receive our meeting link, please email president1174747@toas.masterclubs. org or call Kris Mapp at 706-467-3740. The Greene County Toastmasters invites everyone who wishes to improve their public speaking ability and increase their confidence to join. Our mission is to assist members in learning and developing their communication skills. We are also meeting via Zoom.

MORGAN

SATURDAY, FEB. 4

What: 8th annual “Do Tell” Storytelling Festival When: Family show 10 a.m; Story telling 7 p.m. Where: Madison-Morgan Cultural Center, 434 South Main Street, Madison More Info: If you like a good story with a side of laughter,this year’s Storytelling Festival will feature the talents of our emcee, Carol Cain, Antonio Rocha, and Andy Offutt Irwin sharing comical and heartwarming tales.