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BALDWIN
MONDAYS & FRIDAYS UNTIL END OF MARCH
What: GCSU offers free tax help When: 5-7 p.m. Where: Georgia College’s Atkinson Hall More info: The J. Whitney Bunting College of Business & Technology is offering free tax help. Undergraduate and graduate accounting students went through IRS tax training and took exams to receive IRS certification to conduct the program. Call 478-388-1956 or visit unitedwaycg.org/vita if interested.
UNTIL MARCH 27
What: “Obscura” Exhibit When: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Where: Allied Arts, 201 N. Wayne St., Milledgeville More info: “Obscura” will showcase Paige Griffin’s unique take on this centuries-old photographic technique, in which light and shadow create captivating images through the simple, yet powerful, method of a pinhole camera.
TUESDAY, MARCH 18
What: Evenings with History When: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Where: St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 220 S. Wayne St., Milledgeville More info: This month’s presentation will focus on The Lafayette program.
FRIDAY, MARCH 21
What: Learning in Retirement When: 11:15 a.m. Where: Freedom Church, 500 Underwood Rd., Milledgeville More info: Meetings for seniors on the third Friday of each month. Includes an informative speaker and catered lunch. The meal is optional and typically costs $15. Periodic area tours via walking, carpool, or bus. The group offers a blend of educational and social activities with fellow members. Learn more at cpe.gcsu.edu or contact Jocelyn Brownlow at 770-833 1217.
THURSDAY, APRIL 3
What: Voctave: At the Corner of Broadway and Main Street When: 7 p.m. Where: Center for Leadership Theatre, 220 E. Greene St., Milledgeville More info: A Capella group Voctave presents their new show, “At the Corner of Broadway and Main Street.” Tickets $25, available at gmctickets.booktix.com/dept/PAS/e/VOC.
APRIL 424
What: Georgia Artists with Disabilities Exhibit When: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Where: Allied Arts, 201 N. Wayne St., Milledgeville More info: Founded in 1985 by the Pilot Clubs of Metropolitan Atlanta, Georgia Artists With Disabilities (GAD) provides a platform for Georgia artists with disabilities to display and sell their original artwork while providing an opportunity to compete for awards.
SUNDAY, APRIL 6
What: Bluegrass Revival Show and Jam When: 7-10 p.m. Where: New City Church at the Mill, 224 E. Walton St., Milledgeville More info: This free event will honor well-known Dobro musician and craftsman Tut Taylor, who made his home in Milledgeville for many years. Family and friends will be sharing stories about Taylor and his Nashville connection to bluegrass. If you play or sing bluegrass, you are welcome to be part of the jam.
TUESDAY, APRIL 15
What: Evenings with History When: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Where: St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 220 S. Wayne St., Milledgeville More info: The program will feature Rick Millians.
FRIDAY, MAY 16
What: Swing A Club for CASA When: Registration 9:30 a.m., Shotgun start 11 a.m. Where: The Club at Lake Sinclair, 3700 Sinclair Dam Rd., Milledgeville More info: Ocmulgee Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) will hold “Swing A Club for CASA” golf tournament. Fees are $150 per player ($600 for a team). Visit bit. ly/2025CASAGOLF to register. All proceeds benefit foster children in the Ocmulgee Judicial Circuit. For questions, email FriendsOfOcmulgeeCASA@gmail.com.
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. (Tuesdays only) Where: Aquinas Hall at Sacred Heart Church, 110 N. Jefferson NE, Milledgeville More info: Walking with Moms in Need (WWMIN) is open Tuesdays from 1-3 p.m., except on major holidays. A monthly distribution of 50 diapers is available for infants and toddlers. The parent must register for the diaper program with a valid photo I.D. and a copy of the child’s birth certificate. WWMIN may also be able to provide other baby and toddler necessities. To inquire, email wwminmilly@gmail.com.
EACH TUESDAY & FRIDAY
What: Milledgeville Alanon Group When: 7 p.m. Tuesdays; 12 p.m. Fridays Where: First Methodist Church, Log Cabin Road, Milledgeville More info: Alanon meetings are for family and friends of alcoholics and addicts. For more information text 478-363-7405.
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.
PUTNAM
FRIDAY, MARCH 14
What: PGH annual Soup Luncheon When: 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Where: First Methodist Church, 103 W. Magnolia St., Eatonton More Info: Enjoy a homemade lunch and good company at Putnam General Hospital Auxiliary’s popular annual fundraiser. $10 tickets include soup, bread, dessert and drink. Proceeds benefit the auxiliary’s projects for the hospital. Call 803-240 7483 for tickets or more information.
MARCH 14 & 16
What: Revived to Finish the Race When: 7:30 p.m. Where: New Life Outreach Christian Center, 206 Agnes Dr., Eatonton More Info: New Life Outreach Pastor James Kilgore Sr. welcomes Apostle Robert Williams Sr. as Friday’s guest speaker. Pastor Kilgore speaks Sunday morning and welcomes Apostle Paul Pittman as Sunday afternoon’s guest speaker.
SATURDAY, MARCH 15
What: Crime & Wine at the Museum When: 7 p.m. (doors open 6:30 p.m.) Where: Georgia Writers Museum, 109 S. Jefferson Ave., Eatonton More Info: Georgia Writers Museum partners with the Cold Case Investigative Research Institute to present Crime & Wine at the Museum. This is typically a sell-out event for true crime junkies and an experience that makes you the investigator. Your chief for the evening will be Law Enforcement Hall of Fame inductee Sheryl “Mac” McCollum, author of Cold Case: Pathways to Justice.
Tickets $40 per person at georgiawritersmuseum.org.
SUNDAY, MARCH 16
What: Pastor Installation When: 2:30 p.m. Where: Jefferson Baptist Church, 495 Harmony Rd., Eatonton More Info: Join us for the installation of Rev. Leroy Hall and First Lady Algia Hall. Pastor Donald Harris will be guest speaker with the Randolph Baptist Church family. Call 706-817-6460 for information.
THURSDAY, MARCH 17
What: BIG little Tickets on Sale When: 10 a.m. Where: Online at theartisansvillage.org More Info: Now in its third year, more than 60 of The Artisans Village Guild members are working on a new work of art on a 6x6-inch blank canvas. In order to select a piece of artwork on the night of The BIG ideas, little Project reception, selection tickets must be purchased in advance, using our online form. Tickets go on sale 10 a.m., Monday, March 17. First to purchase tickets gets first selection of the BIG little artworks at the reception event April 3 at Barrel 118 in Eatonton.
SATURDAY, MARCH 22
What: 2nd annual Putting for Putnam Golf Tournament When: 9 a.m. start Where: Uncle Remus Golf Course, 120 Hambone Holle Dr., Eatonton More Info: Charity golf tournament presented by Project Putnam (previously Putnam Leadership 2024) to raise funds for a free Easter community event on Saturday, Apr. 19, also at the golf course. $400 entry fee per foursome. Call Diane Carter at 404 408-2248 or AJ Nugent at 706-473-2079 to register or with any questions. Prizes to tourney winners.
What: Beginner-friendly Painting Class When: 10 a.m. to noon Where: The Artisans Village Art Gallery, 110 W. Marion St., Eatonton More Info: April Hendricks will lead Keep Calm and Carrot On!, a beginner-friendly class. This one will be all about color and pure bunny fun. An 8x8 little treasure featuring a sweet bunny all wrapped up in a purple frame. All supplies will be provided, just bring your “hoppy” little self and leave with a ready-todisplay work of art. Register at theartisansvillage.org.
THURSDAY, MARCH 27
What: An Evening in Eatonton When: 5-8 p.m. Where: Downtown Eatonton More Info: Visit downtown Eatonton for some late shopping and dining. Be sure to pick up a punch card at participating businesses, collect a punch on the card after making a purchase of $15 or more at any of them. Once receiving at least five punches on your card, turn in the card to be placed into a drawing for a gift basket filled with items from the downtown businesses.
What: Lake Country Photography Club When: 7-8:30 p.m. Where: The Peoples Bank Community Room, Harmony Crossing, Eatonton More Info: Monthly club meeting for member education and skills development. The club welcomes photographers of all levels of expertise and experience from Lake Country and beyond. Send email to lcpc01234@gmail.com for more information.
SATURDAY, MARCH 29
What: Butler-Baker Luncheon of Remembrance When: Noon start Where: Butler-Baker Legacy Hall, 403 Alice Walker Dr., Eatonton More Info: Join us for an old-time school reunion, this year honoring the Classes of 1965 and 1975 on their 60th and 50th reunions, respectively. Tickets again $40 and a full meal will be served. Contact Annie at 706-473-3602, Sandra at 706-473 0508, or Thelma at 706-816-6870 for tickets or information.
TUESDAY, APRIL 1
What: Meet the Author with Lydia Menzies When: 7 p.m. (doors open 6:30 p.m.) Where: Georgia Writers Museum, 109 S. Jefferson Ave., Eatonton More Info: Lydia Menzies, will present her new book, The Supper Club, and demonstrate creative ways to craft a Spring event from decorations to dining. Following her presentation, Menzies will sign her book. A gourmet meal crafted by Chef Brent will be included. Tickets $40 per person at georgiawritersmuseum.org.
What: Lake Oconee Quilt Guild When: 9:30 a.m. Where: Lake Oconee Lutheran Church, 1089 Lake Oconee Pkwy., Eatonton More Info: Social hour at 9:30 a.m., meeting at 10 a.m. Guild meetings are held first Tuesday of each month, Sept. to June.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 2
What: Lake Oconee Shag Club When: 6 -9 p.m. Where: Bruzze Brewing, 170 Scott Rd., Eatonton More Info: The best of beach music dancing meets first Wednesday each month at Bruzze Brewing. Basic shag lessons 6 to 7 p.m., then dancing until 9 p.m. Free for club members, $5 for non-members. Single dancers welcome. For information email shagdance1998@gmail.com.
FRIDAY, APRIL 4
What: Crime & Wine at the Museum When: 7 p.m. (doors open 6:30 p.m.) Where: Georgia Writers Museum, 109 S. Jefferson Ave., Eatonton More Info: Georgia Writers Museum partners with the Cold Case Investigative Research Institute to present Crime & Wine at the Museum. This is typically a sell-out event for true crime junkies and an experience that makes you the investigator. Your chief for the evening will be Law Enforcement Hall of Fame inductee Sheryl “Mac” McCollum, author of Cold Case: Pathways to Justice.
Tickets $40 per person at georgiawritersmuseum.org.
SATURDAY, APRIL 12
What: Ribs Cook-Off Competition When: 6 p.m. Where: Eatonton Elks Lodge, 135 Industrial Blvd., Eatonton More Info: Come early to watch cook-off teams in action and enjoy entertainment by DJ William Griffin. Cook-off plates $20 each and include BBQ ribs, baked beans, coleslaw, bread dessert, and tea. All to-go and dine-in plates must be preordered by Apr. 4 (no plates sold at event). Cook-off teams must pre-register ($30 entry fee) by Mar. 28 to compete. Attendees and teams, call Connie at 706-485-8606 for more information or to order plates.
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 PARC online at k4par.org and email any questions to k4par.club@gmail.com.
SATURDAY, APRIL 26
What: Songwriters Night at Briarpatch Farm When: Doors open 5:30 p.m. for 7 p.m. start Where: Briarpatch Farm, 725 Pea Ridge Rd, Eatonton More Info: Fundraiser event benefitting ATLAS Ministry, featuring three award-winning songwriters: Jeffrey Steele, Chuck Cannon, and Casey Beathard, who have written songs for artists such as George Strait, Kenny Chesney, and Toby Keith, among others. Tables for eight and individual tickets on sale now for $700 and $50, respectively, at atlasministry.org/ songwriters.