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OCT. 26-28 FRIDAY, OCT. 27
What: Death: After Dark When: 6-8 p.m. Where: Governor’s Mansion More info: Halloween time is slowly approaching, and so is the popular Death After Dark Tours! These specialty tours focus on the deathways of the 19th century and will be offered on the hour from 6-8 p.m.. They are intended for mature audiences and may not be suitable for young children. Tickets are $15 for adults, $8 for seniors, and $4 for students. Please call 478-445-4545 or visit the website link to reserve your spot for this after-dark Mansion tour!
SATURDAY, OCT. 28
What: Trick-or-Treat, Everybody Eats Halloween Festival When: 12-7 p.m. Where: 2679 North Columbia Street More info: Get ready for a frightfully fun day filled with delicious treats, thrilling activities, and spooky surprises. Dress up in your most creative costume and prepare for a day of trick-or-treating like no other. Whether you’re a little ghost or a wicked witch, there’s something for everyone at this hair-raising event.
SUNDAY, OCT. 29
What: Nevermore – The Imaginary Life and Mysterious Death of Edgar Allan Poe When: 3 p.m. Where: Baldwin High School, 155 GA-49, Milledgeville More info: Dark and dazzling, bizarre and beautiful, Nevermore - The Imaginary Life and Mysterious Death of Edgar Allan Poe is a unique opera-like musical play about one of the world’s most famous and fascinating writers. Through its use of stunning stagecraft, underscored verse and haunting music,
Nevermore blends fact and fiction to create a fascinating and moving theatrical experience difficult to describe, but impossible to forget. Tickets ($10) can be purchased at the door or by visiting baldwinfa.booktix.net.
TUESDAY, OCT. 31
What: Treats for Halloween When: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Where: Milledgeville Main Street More info: Bring your little mermaids & monsters to downtown Milledgeville to trick-or-treat at our downtown businesses.
What: GriefShare Small Group Support When: 6:30-8 p.m. Where: New Life Ministries (385 Log Cabin Road) More Info: Everyone in the community who is coping with the loss of a loved one is welcome to participate in New Life’s on-campus Grief Ministry. Using GriefShare materials, the church provides a very effective combination of counselors and testimonials on video, along with small group sharing and workbooks to help in the grief journey. See griefshare.org for details.
WEDNESDAY, NOV. 1
What: SHERO Women’s Luncheon When: 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Where: Simply Southern Barn, 135 Forte Dr. NW, Milledgeville More info: Please join the Milledgeville-Baldwin Chamber of Commerce for its SHERO Women’s Luncheon. Enjoy guest speakers, food and a vendor fair. Tickets not yet available, but please RSVP if planning to attend. If you are interested in sponsoring this event please contact the M-B Chamber at 478-453-9311 or email klassiter@milledgevillega.com.
FRIDAY, NOV. 3
FRIDAY, NOV. 3
What: Chemical Monitoring at Champion and Tobler Creeks Where: Champion Creek (9-10 a.m.); Tobler Creek (10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.)
More info: Join us for Chemical Monitoring of Champion Creek out at Lake Laurel (Georgia College’s East Campus) and/or Tobler Creek at Andalusia Farm. No experience necessary! We will use Georgia Adopt-a-Stream methods to test temperature, dissolved oxygen, conductivity and pH of the stream all while enjoying the beauty of GC’s East Campus and Andalusia Farm! Register at https://givepul.se/q7uw31.
NOV. 3 & 4 SATURDAY, NOV. 4
What: Fall Foraging on the Farm When: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Where: Andalusia Farm More info: Ever wondered about the plants you see on the trails? How to identify them? Are they edible? What uses do they have and what is the connection between flora and fauna? Program is geared toward adults and costs $35.
NOV. 8-12
What: Leveling Up When: 7:30 p.m. (Wed.-Sat.) & 1 p.m. (Sunday) Where: Georgia College Campus Black Box Theatre (200 N Clark Street) More info: Two years after graduation, three college roommates are still living in the same house and spending more time playing video games than moving through the outside world. When a big fight sparks a competition among them to “get a real life,” all are propelled into the game of growing up. As the artificial stakes of the virtual world melt into real consequences, they discover that adulthood may not be the hero quest they wanted, but perhaps it’s the one they need. Buy tickets by visiting https://www.bigtickets.com/events/gcsu/br.
NOV. 11-18, NOV. 28-DEC. 22
What: Christmas at the Mansion When: Tues-Sat, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sun, 2-4p.m. Where: Georgia’s Old Governor’s Mansion More info: Take a step back in time and discover holiday traditions passed down from our city’s earliest families as Georgia’s Old Governor’s Mansion is transformed with 19th-century era Holiday decor. Join an evening tour of the Mansion with candles lit and choirs singing in the rotunda. Candlelight tours are at 6 p.m., 7 p.m., and 8 p.m. on Dec. 2nd and 16th. Normal admission rates apply and reservations are required for the candlelight tours.
SUNDAY, NOV. 26
What: Light up Lake Country When: 5:30 p.m. Where: Main lot of Lake Oconee Church (1101 Village Park Drive, Greensboro) (behind Dunkin’ Donuts) More info: Usher in the holiday season with the entire family at a one-of-a-kind Christmas tree lighting experience for all of Georgia’s Lake Country, featuring: festive live music, beautiful holiday lights, photos with Santa, a Christmas kid-zone, flavorful food trucks, a magical Christmas tree towering nearly 40 feet tall, and other fun holiday surprises.
WEDNESDAY, DEC. 6
What: Chemical Monitoring at Champion and Tobler Creeks Where: Champion Creek (9-10 a.m.); Tobler Creek (10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.)
More info: Join us for Chemical Monitoring of Champion Creek out at Lake Laurel (Georgia College’s East Campus) and/or Tobler Creek at Andalusia Farm. No experience necessary! We will use Georgia Adopt-a-Stream methods to test temperature, dissolved oxygen, conductivity and pH of the stream all while enjoying the beauty of GC’s East Campus and Andalusia Farm! Register at https://givepul.se/q7uw31.
EACH TUESDAY
What: Hatha Yoga When: 6 p.m. Where: Chappell Hall on GCSU Main Campus More info: Hatha Yoga is a method of uniting the mind to body through breathing techniques and a series of gentle movements. Through time and practice, Hatha Yoga can be a simple method for increasing our flexibility, balance, and strength, as well as a sense of calm, peace, confidence, increased energy, and the ability to find greater focus. The class costs $30.
EACH SATURDAY
3RD FRIDAY MONTHLY
BALDWIN
What: 2023 Pine Tree Festival When: Daily Where: Sparta More Info: The Sparta-Hancock Chamber of Commerce has announced the 2023 Pine Tree Festival will feature a theme of Community Unity. The event kicks off Thursday, Oct. 26, with the new Family Night featuring carnival rides opening at 4 p.m. and magician C. Magic performing at 6 p.m. In addition to Family Night, the festival will include a parade, comedy, musicians, and surprise performers. Vendors are encouraged; applications available online at spartahancockchamber.com.
What: First Friday: Touch a Truck When: 6-8 p.m. Where: Downtown Milledgeville More info: November’s First Friday features the Touch-ATruck contest presented by Beckham’s Used Cars and Five Star Automotive Group. First Fridays are a monthly fun and festive event with live music, face painting, and activities for the young as well as young at heart.
What: Depot Deals Upscale Resale When: Nov. 3 1-5 p.m.; Nov. 4, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Where: The Depot at Central State Hospital (736 Broad St.) More information: Browse 6,000 sq. ft. of treasures including furniture (new and antique), rugs, accessories, lamps, framed art, pet supplies, clothing, toys, and games, and more. Proceeds support the renovation of The Depot for a regional Heritage Center. For more information, check Georgia’s Old Capital Heritage Center on Facebook or call 478-453-1803.
What: Mini Millys When: 9 a.m. Where: Chappell Hall on GCSU Main Campus More info: High-energy class ($25) designed for children 18 months to 5 years of age with hands-on activities, games, and exercises packed into every session.
What: Learning in Retirement When: 11:15 a.m. Where: Freedom Church, 500 Underwood Rd., Milledgeville More Info: An informative speaker will talk while lunch is served. Lunch is $15. Speakers cover a variety of interesting and thought-provoking topics. Periodically, there will also be area tours via carpool or bus. For more information contact Wanda Zvanut at 404-259-8771.
PUTNAM
WEEKENDS THROUGH OCTOBER
What: Fall Farm Fun When: Saturdays and Sundays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (weather permitting) Where: Unity Grove Farm, opposite 248 Hwy. 212, Eatonton (look for “Welcome” flags) More Info: Come out to the country for some family fun and enjoy an old-fashioned hayride, pick out a big pumpkin, enjoy games, popcorn, take photos on the old trucks and tractors, visit the farm store with a honey bee observation hive and more. Hayrides still only $5 per person. Special events: Oct 14, Kinderhook Fire Association BBQ fundraiser; Oct 21, live banjo music and petting zoo.
THROUGH OCT. 30
What: Pumpkin Patch When: Mon.-Fri., 3-8 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
(while supplies last); Sun. closed.
Where: First Baptist Church, 115 N. Madison Ave., Eatonton More Info: Wide selection of holiday pumpkins available. All sales support the new Stepping Stones Learning Center.
FRIDAY, OCT. 27
What: Halloween at The Plaza When: 3:30-5 p.m. Where: The Plaza Arts Center, 305 N. Madison Ave., Eatonton More Info: Bring the kids to celebrate Halloween early with crafts, candy and much more at The Plaza in Eatonton.
What: Haunted Eatonton Ghost Tours When: Oct. 27, 28, and 30 (tours at 6 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.) Where: Georgia Writers Museum, 109 S. Jefferson Ave., Eatonton More Info: GWM teams with Ann Hite, author of two awardwinning ghost books to create an exciting tour of the haunted sites of downtown Eatonton. There is Sylvia, the famous ghost of Panola Hall, and Mr. Dickey, the legendary principal of the Eatonton School who still roams the halls and many more. You will hear the scariest stories you’ve never heard; all 100-percent true – except the parts we made up. Visit GWM online at georgiawritersmuseum. org or call 706-991-5119 for information or to register.
SATURDAY, OCT. 28
What: Putnam County Health Fair When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: Eatonton City Center Stage, 124A N. Jefferson Ave., Eatonton (behind Barrel 118) More Info: Free community event featuring a Red Cross blood drive at nearby First United Methodist Church, health insurance information, overdose prevention and mental health resources, seizure first-aid training, nutrition advice, blood sugar screening, hearing screening, flu and Covid vaccines, and hospice care information, among other healthcare-related services.
What: Fall at Stepback When: 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Where: 176 Dennis Station Rd., Eatonton More Info: Celebrate the fall season at Stepback, an authentic recreation of an 1850s-to-early 1900s Georgia community. Working demonstrations at a sawmill, gristmill, blacksmith shop, waterwheel mill, syrup-making shed, and cross-cut sawing. Tour the Stepback village outfitted with periodcorrect antiques, chat with the general store manager, the schoolmarm, the miller and his wife, and listen to old-time singing in the church. No admission fee, but donations for needy children at Christmas gratefully accepted. Complimentary refreshments provided, and yes, the boiled-peanut man will be there! Contact Roger Pierce at 706-473-1379 for information or search for and “Like” Stepback on Facebook.
What: Praise at The Main Stage When: 2-6 p.m. Where: Eatonton City Center Stage, 124A N. Jefferson Ave., Eatonton (behind Barrel 118) More Info: Join Texas AME Church members for an afternoon and evening of worship. Everybody welcome. Let’s get our praise on, together!
MONDAY, OCT. 30
What: Putnam County Fire Station 10 Ribbon Cutting When: 1:30 p.m. Where: 117 Sara Lee Dr., Eatonton More Info: Join Putnam County officials and special guests for the official opening of Putnam County’s new Fire/ EMS Station 10 and Coroner’s Office Complex.
What: City Candidates Forum When: 7 p.m. Where: American Legion Post 583, 280 MLK Jr. Dr., Eatonton More Info: Meet the candidates for this year’s City of Eatonton elections on Nov. 7 for mayor, councilperson-at-large and councilperson combined Wards 2&3. All candidates have been invited; hear them discuss the issues and present their platforms. Light refreshments provided. Moderated by Ian Tocher, editor of The Eatonton Messenger. Second forum to be held at The Plaza on Thursday, Nov. 2, 7 p.m.