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BALDWIN
UNTIL JULY 25
What: Thank you for your service When: 9 a.m. To 4 p.m. Where: 201 N. Wayne St. More info: Join Allied Arts for a special exhibit showcasing the artistic talents of military veterans from the Georgia War Veterans Home, in gratitude for their service and sacrifice.
SATURDAY, JULY 13
What: Piedmont Amateur Radio Monthly Meeting When: 9 a.m. Where: 234 N. Wesley Chapel Road, Eatonton, Ga. 31024 More info: All licensed hams, Non-licensed hams and anybody interested in becoming a ham radio operator Is welcome.
FRIDAY, JULY 19
What: Learning in Retirement When: 11:15 a.m. Where: Freedom Church, 500 Underwood Rd., Milledgeville More Info: 3rd Friday monthly, an informative speaker will talk while lunch is served. Lunch is $15. Speakers cover a variety of interesting and thought-provoking topics. Occasionally area tours via carpool or bus. For information contact Wanda Zvanut at 404-259-8771.
SATURDAY, JULY 20
What: Christmas in July Where: Downtown Milledgeville More info: Start your Christmas shopping early in downtown Milledgeville with local vendors that will be set up for easy shopping access.
SATURDAY, JULY 20
What: 5th annual Lake Sinclair Poker Run When: 9 a.m. sign-in, 10 a.m. start; 2:15-2:45 return Where: Dennis Station Boat Ramp, 120 Bagley Lane, Eatonton More Info: Boaters follow maps and geo-coordinates to specified locations around the lake where they pick up a playing card sealed in an envelope. Registration $75; includes Poker Run entry, cookout on Goat Island catered by Aubri Lane’s and The Club at Sinclair, and a waterfront concert by Fall Line Rambler. Best hand wins $1,000 cash, $500 second prize. All proceeds support Georgia’s Old Capital Heritage Center at The Depot, Inc. and renovation of the CSH train depot in Milledgeville for a regional cultural center. Sign up online at tickettailor.com/ events/georgiasoldcapitalheritagecenteratthedepot/1287763. Call the Heritage Center at 478-453-1803 or 404-358-6570 for more information.
THROUGH JULY 26
What: Kids’ University Summer Camp Price: $75-$125 a week Info: Georgia College & State University’s resident kids’ summer camp. Kids University spans nine weeks ending July 26. Camp days 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.. Each week has its own theme to keep rising K-6th graders active and engaged. To register, visit science349.wixsite.com/gcsec/summer-camp.
EACH TUESDAY
What: Hatha Yoga When: 6 p.m. Where: Chappell Hall at GCSU 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. Class costs $30.
What: Walking with Moms in Need When: 1-3 p.m. Where: Aquinas Hall at Sacred Heart Church, 110 N. Jefferson NE, Milledgeville More info: Walking with Moms in Need (WWMIN) is open Tuesday from 1-3 p.m., except on major holidays. A supplemental monthly diaper distribution is available for infants and toddlers. The parent must register for the monthly diaper program with a photo ID, a valid WIC or SNAP card, and a copy of the child’s birth certificate. WWMIN may also be able to assist with other baby and toddler needs. Questions may be emailed to WWMINmilly@gmail.com.
EACH SATURDAY
What: Mini Millys When: 9 a.m. Where: Chappell Hall at GCSU More info: High-energy class ($25) for children 18 months to 5 years, with hands-on activities, games, and exercises packed into every session.
FRIDAY, AUG. 16
What: Learning in Retirement When: 11:15 a.m. Where: Freedom Church, 500 Underwood Rd., Milledgeville More Info: 3rd Friday monthly, 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.
FRIDAY, SEP. 20
What: Learning in Retirement When: 11:15 a.m. Where: Freedom Church, 500 Underwood Rd., Milledgeville More Info: 3rd Friday monthly, 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.
ATHENS/OCONEE
VARIOUS DATES
What: Rotating Gallery Displays at UGA When: Mon, Wed. Fri. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Tues., Thur. 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Where: UGA R.B. Russell Special Collections Library, 300 S. Hull Street, Athens More Info: Sunken Treasure: The Art & Science of Coral Reefs, through July; For All the People: A Century of Citizen Action in Health Care Reform, R. Harold Harrison Gallery, through October.
FRIDAY, NOV. 8
What: Comedian John Crist When: 7 p.m. Where: The Classic Center, 300 N. Thomas St., Athens More Info: Comedian John Crist presents his “Jokes For Humans” comedy tour. Crist ranked in the top 10 in 2023 for global touring comedians on Pollstar’s Live 75 list. Tickets for this performance will be available Thurs., May 23 at 10 a.m., or order early by joining The Classic Center Cultural Foundation by 10 p.m. Tuesday, May 21, for access to the venue presale beginning Wednesday, May 22 at 10 a.m. Learn more online at ClassicCenter.com/JohnCrist.
PUTNAM
EACH SATURDAY THROUGH SEPT. 14
What: Harmony Farmers Market When: 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Where: 117 Harmony Crossing, Eatonton More Info: Approximately 30 vendors, including local farmers, bakers, artists, and craftspeople with fresh food and unique items each week.
THURSDAY, JULY 11
What: Adventures with Nguzo Babies When: 11 a.m. Where: Eatonton-Putnam County Library, 309 N. Madison Ave., Eatonton More Info: Nguzo Babies is a children’s literacy and cultural edutainment company that offers creative online content, unique toy products, and live shows for families through puppetry arts. Nguzo Babies puppet shows bring their characters to life with storytelling and a celebration of fun, friendship, and the power of imagination. Suitable for ages 5 and under. For more information, call the library at 706-485-6768.
SATURDAY, JULY 13
What: Downtown GetDown Series When: 6-9 p.m. Where: City Center Stage (behind Barrel 118), Eatonton More Info: Join Visit Eatonton and Eatonton Main Street at City Center Stage for the annual Downtown GetDown Concert series. This free-admission concert will feature a live performance by Jay Wingfield and the BlaqBerry Band. Bring lawn chairs, coolers (no grills), and dancing shoes for a night of good music and fun. Vendors open at 6 p.m.; music begins at 7 p.m.
What: Piedmont Amateur Radio Club Monthly Meeting When: 9 a.m. Where: Radio Tower Site, 234 N. Wesley Chapel Rd., Eatonton More Info: All ham radio operators and anyone interested in ham radio is welcome. Visit our website at k4par.org or email any questions to k4par.club@gmail.com.
TUESDAY, JULY 16
What: Meet the Author with Lynn Cullen When: 7-8:30 p.m. Where: The Plaza Arts Center, 305 N. Madison, Eatonton More Info: Enjoy an evening with historical novelist Lynn Cullen, who will discuss her latest book, The Woman With The Cure, about the search for an effective polio vaccine. Tickets are $40 each or $35 each for two or more. Register online at georgiawritersmuseum.org under Events > Meet the Author.
JULY 1719
What: Revival When: 7:30 p.m. each day Where: Zion Covenant Fellowship Church, 404 Oak St., Eatonton More Info: Pastor Wayne Griffin (Wednesday), Pastor Rufus Whatley (Thursday), Pastor Gazzara Mitchell (Friday).
SATURDAY, JULY 20
What: 5th annual Lake Sinclair Poker Run When: 9 a.m. sign-in, 10 a.m. start; 2:15-2:45 return Where: Dennis Station Boat Ramp, 120 Bagley Lane, Eatonton More Info: Boaters follow maps and geo-coordinates to specified locations around the lake where they pick up a playing card sealed in an envelope. Registration $75; includes Poker Run entry, cookout on Goat Island catered by Aubri Lane’s and The Club at Sinclair, and a waterfront concert by Fall Line Rambler. Best hand wins $1,000 cash, $500 second prize. All proceeds support Georgia’s Old Capital Heritage Center at The Depot, Inc. and renovation of the CSH train depot in Milledgeville for a regional cultural center. Sign up online at tickettailor.com/events/ georgiasoldcapitalheritagecenteratthedepot/1287763. Call the Heritage Center at 478-453-1803 or 404-358-6570 for more information.
What: Gospel and Praise Concert When: 6 p.m. Where: PCMS, 140 Sparta Hwy., Eatonton More Info: Mothers Against Crime presents an evening of gospel music and praise, featuring gospel singers from near and afar who will have the audience singing, swaying, and clapping along to a chorus of Amens! Refreshments will be available. Tickets $10 each, purchase at the door or from MAC members. All proceeds support high school senior scholarships.
JULY 2223
What: PAPA Auditions When: 6-7:30 p.m. each day Where: The Plaza Arts Center, 305 N. Madison, Eatonton More Info: The Plaza Alliance for the Performing Arts (PAPA) will be holding auditions for its production of “Don’t Dress for Dinner,” a comedy that in 2012 received two Tony Award nominations. The cast requires six cast members, able to appear 30s-50s, with auditions open to anyone, from firsttime to experienced actors. Call PAPA Chair and Production Manager Dottie McClain at 706-473-0326 or email dottie12@bellsouth.net for more information or to borrow a script.
THURSDAY, JULY 25
What: Eatonton Youth Leadership Back-to-School Bash When: 4-7 p.m. Where: Jimmy Davis Park, 125 E. Hogan Rd., Eatonton More Info: Members of Eatonton Youth Leadership are currently accepting donations of school supplies to be given out during the Back to School Bash. Donations can be dropped off at Eatonton City Hall (201 N. Jefferson Ave.) 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., M-F. The final day to drop off donations is Tuesday, July 23. Call 706-485-3311 or email gsanders@eatontonga.us for more information.
SUNDAY, JULY 28
What: Back-to-School Bash When: 12 p.m. Where: Zion Covenant Fellowship Church, 404 Oak St., Eatonton More Info: Praise and worship, and encouraging words for youth, who also will be provided with supplies and snacks, and fun and games.
GREENE
TUESDAY, JULY 23
What: Greensboro Writers’ Guild Meeting When: 1 p.m. Where: Lake Oconee Church of Christ, 4700 Carey Station Rd., Greensboro More Info: Please call Barb Griffiths at 706-485 2622, Kathy Wright at 706-817-0345, or Betty Liedtke at 706-991-5387 for information.
TUESDAY, JULY 30
What: Greensboro Writers’ Guild Meeting When: 1 p.m. Where: Zoom meeting only More Info: Please call Barb Griffiths at 706-485 2622, Kathy Wright at 706-817-0345, or Betty Liedtke at 706-991-5387 for information.
FRIDAY, AUG. 9
What: Wine, Wags & Whiskers When: 6:30-9:30 p.m. Where: Oconee Brewing Co., 202 N. West St. More Info: Enjoy an unforgettable evening celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Lake Oconee Humane Society (formerly Oconee Regional Humane Society). Hosted by Tyler Franks, the evening will feature live music by Eric Dodd and Matt VanZant. Enjoy complimentary wine provided by Rescue Dog Winery and a special edition of LOHS beer, available for purchase from Oconee Brewing Company. Savor delicious cuisine while participating in silent and live auctions.
THURSDAY, AUG. 22
What: Jazz Legacy Project: Charlie Parker When: 7:30-9 p.m. Where: Festival Hall, 201 N. Main St., Greensboro More Info: Tickets start at $25 for general admission. For tickets and more information, visit online at festivalhallga.com.
MORGAN
SEPT. 7
What: Kel-Mac Saddle Club Show When: TBA Where: Morgan County Agricultural Center, 2380 Athens Hwy. 441, Madison More Info: Classes include hunter, western, gaited, trail obstacles, ranch riding, ranch reining, dressage on the rail, halter/showmanship, “small fry,” and more. Show sheet will be available online at kel-mac.com. General admission is free and concession food and drinks will be available.