BALDWIN
THURSDAY, MAY 8
What: Georgia Power Public Interaction When: 5-7:30 p.m. Where: Lakeside Baptist Church, 1023 Milledgeville Hwy., Milledgeville More Info: Residents and users of Lakes Oconee and/or Sinclair are invited to visit with experts on a wide variety of topics, including aquatic plants, wildlife conservation, shoreline management, hydroelectric power, and recreation.
MAY 829
What: Oconee Artists Exhibit Where: The Marlor House, 201 N. Wayne St. More Info: An exhibit for Central Georgia artists highlighting creativity across a variety of mediums. Explore a diverse collection featuring drawing, mixed media, painting, sculpture/ pottery, and digital art.
FRIDAY, MAY 9
What: Stumpery Workshop When: 2 p.m. Where: Hwy. 441 S., 1534 Irwinton Rd. More Info: The world’s first stumpery was created in Staffordshire, England, in the mid-19th century by James Bateman. A Victorian-era obsession began. Using old stumps, root balls, ferns, mosses, and other low-light thriving plants, gardeners created unique, almost fantastical spaces all over the United Kingdom and beyond. Tickets for this event are $10 for members, and $20 for non-members. Purchase your tickets at the Lockerly Arboretum website.
SATURDAY, MAY 10
What: 2025 Prison Picnic When: 11:30 a.m. Where: Huley Park, 1180 N. Wayne St. More Info: This picnic is for Baldwin, Rivers, Frank, Scott, Bostic, and the Men’s State Prisons. Entry $20 per person and $25 per couple. Please bring a lawn chair.
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: $150 per player, $600 per team. Visit bit.ly/2025CASAGOLF to register. All proceeds benefit foster children in the Ocmulgee Judicial Circuit. Email FriendsOfOcmulgeeCASA@gmail.com for information.
MAY 16 AND 17
What: Depot Deals (indoor estate sale) When: Friday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: Old Supply Depot, Central State Hospital More Info: Over 6,000 square feet of gently used, recently stocked estate sale furniture, home decor, kitchenware, and more. You must be 18+ years old to enter the depot building. For further information email thedepotga@gmail.com or call 478-453-1803.
SATURDAY, MAY 17
What: Heritage Hustle 5K/1K Fun Run When: 8:30 a.m. Where: Old Supply Depot parking lot, Central State Hospital More Info: Fundraiser supporting Georgia’s Old Capital Heritage Center at The Depot. Hustle for history through the old Central State Hospital campus roads. Register online at HeritageHustle5K.com. Walk-up registrations accepted before 8 a.m. For information email thedepotga@gmail.com or call 478-453-1803.
What: Grand Opening: Native American and Frontier Georgia Exhibits When: 10 a.m. to noon Where: The Just Imagine Cottage; 95 Depot Circle, Milledgeville More Info: The Native American and Frontier Georgia Cottage exhibits feature artifacts, pictures, and replicas that tell the story of early Georgia, settlements along the Oconee River, and early Milledgeville. Free tours. For more information email thedepotga@gmail.com or call 478-453-1803.
JUNE 17
What: Rural Youth in Business Summer Camp Where: Georgia College & State University More Info: One-week crash course on starting your own business. All participants will have room and board covered with no cost to them to stay on the GCSU campus for the week. Preference given to rising juniors and seniors. Contact nicholas. creel@gcsu.edu for more information.
FRIDAY, JUNE 6
What: Milledgeville Main Street First Friday Beach Bash When: 6-9 p.m. Where: Deep Roots Festival Mural Parking Lot, 114 E. Hancock St., Milledgeville More Info: Join us for some fun-filled beach time in downtown Milledgeville. Over 70 tons of sand, water, toys, music and food.
SATURDAY, JUNE 7
What: “Golden Mile” Walk When: 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. (doors open 10:45 a.m.) Where: Oconee River Greenway More Info: The Golden Hour Foundation Inc. presents The Golden Mile, a community walk dedicated to supporting parents in need. Guest speakers, familyfriendly
activities, refreshments, and opportunities to connect with local organizations that provide support for parents. For more information contact Taleija at taleijab@thegoldenhourfoundationinc.com, or call 770-355-1656.
SATURDAY, JULY 12
What: Milledgeville Main Street Christmas in July When: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Where: Downtown Milledgeville More Info: Artist vendor market featuring gifts, crafts, and various art pieces.
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 cost $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.
THIRD FRIDAY EACH MONTH
What: Learning in Retirement When: 11:15 a.m. Where: Freedom Church, 500 Underwood Rd. More Info: Monthly meetings include an informative speaker and a catered lunch. The meal is optional and costs $15. Periodically, the group goes on area tours via walking, carpool or bus. To learn more visit cpe.gcsu.edu or contact Jocelyn Brownlow at 770-833-1217.
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, MAY 9
What: Community Worship When: 6 p.m. Where: Eatonton City Center Stage, behind Barrel 118 More Info: Worship leaders from the Grace Family of Churches will lead a meaningful and inspiring time for the community.
MAY 811
What: 2025 Women’s Conference When: Thursday 7:30 p.m., Friday 7:30 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m. Where: New Life Outreach Christian Center, Agnes Jenkins Drive, Eatonton More Info: This year’s theme, “Warrior Women Rising from Their Ashes,” speaks to the strength, resilience, and purpose of women walking boldly in faith — but not just a women’s event — everyone welcome! Thursday guest speaker: Rev. Simon Jones, Texas A.M.E.; Friday guest speaker: Pastor Sonya Gordan, Grace Point Church; Sunday guest speaker: Lady Tammy Kilgore.
SATURDAY, MAY 10
What: Mothers Against Crime Annual Banquet When: 6 p.m. Where: Elks Lodge No. 2459, 135 Industrial Blvd., Eatonton More Info: Join Mothers Against Crime to support raising money for scholarships going to Putnam County High School and Gatewood seniors, enjoy presentations by several guest speakers, plus a delicious meal. Tickets $10 each. Contact Georgia Smith at 706-485-5332 for purchase or information.
What: Sebastian Cove/PCO Garage Sale When: 9 a.m. early entry with donation of food and/or toiletries for Putnam Christian Outreach; 10 a.m. general admission until 3 p.m.
Where: Sebastian Cove Clubhouse, 101 Norris Lane, Eatonton More Info: Putnam Christian Outreach will be on-site to accept donations of food, toiletries, or cash. Call Tracy Southerland at 843-247-3770 for information, or to donate or arrange pickup of large furniture and working appliances.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 14
What: Red Cross Blood Drive When: 2-6 p.m. Where: Zion Covenant Fellowship Church, 404 Oak St., Eatonton More Info: Email zioncovenantfellowship@gmail.com or call 706-485-9967.
SATURDAY, MAY 17
What: 13th annual Lake Sinclair Pirate Parade When: 2 p.m. start Where: Little River Marina, Hwy. 441 Bridge, Milledgeville More Info: Join the Pirates of Lake Sinclair for a mid-afternoon cruise from annual sponsor Little River Marina to annual sponsor Crooked Creek Marina, where prizes will be awarded for Best Decorated Ship, Best Dressed Crew, and Best Pirate Pet, among several others. Visit “The Pirates of Lake Sinclair” page on Facebook for details, updates, and inspiration.
What: Bogey and The Viceroy Concert When: 2 p.m. Where: The Plaza Arts Center, 305 N. Madison Ave., Eatonton More Info: New Orleans native Tyron “Bogey” Thornton and his band, The Viceroy, cover classic soul and R&B from every era along with retro rock/pop and today’s dance party hits and chart toppers. Outdoor show on The Plaza lawn. General admission tickets $25, VIP tickets $50, available at plazacenter. org or by calling 706-923-1655.
SUNDAY, MAY 18
What: First Novels: Workshop with Catherine Burroughs When: 1-4 p.m. Where: Georgia Writers Museum, 109 S. Jefferson Ave. Eatonton More Info: Learn the techniques for taking a manuscript from publication to marketing to publicity to finding a literary agent. Tickets $35 each at georgiawritersmuseum.org.
GREENE
SATURDAY, MAY 10
What: Feed the Need Drive When: 8 a.m. to noon Where: Reynolds Lake Oconee Real Estate, 1341 Linger Longer Rd., Greensboro More Info: Help restock the Greene County Food Pantry’s shelves. Bring canned beans, chili, stews, tuna, chicken, salmon, ham, Vienna sausages, ravioli, tomato sauce, vegetables, pasta, rice, dried beans, oatmeal, cereal, protein bars, peanut butter, shelf-stable milk, and soup starters to the GCFP truck at the office. Volunteers will help unload the items. Or donate online at greenecountyfoodpantry.org.
TUESDAY, MAY 13
What: 10th District Public Hearing When: 7-8 p.m. Where: 179 W. Athens St., Winder More Info: State Board of Education Chairman Stan DeJarnett hosts a public hearing for citizens in the 10th Congressional District, which includes Greene, Morgan, and Putnam counties. The purpose is to hear comments from citizens and educators regarding K-12 public education. Those wishing to speak should sign in upon arrival. Email Geraldine Price at gprice@doe.k12.ga.us for more information.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 14 & 28
What: Rug-Hooking Workshop When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: Greene Co. Library, 610 S. Main St., Greensboro More Info: Learn something new in this hands-on workshop. All supplies provided; for adults only. For more information, call 706-453-7276 or visit azalealibraries.org/gr-county-library.
TUESDAY, MAY 20
What: Greensboro Writers’ Guild Meeting When: 1 p.m. Where: Lake Oconee Church of Christ, 4700 Carey Station Rd., Greensboro More Info: For more information call Barb Griffiths 706-485-2622, Kathy Wright 706-817-0345, or Betty Liedtke 706-991-5387.
MONDAY NIGHTS
What: Greensboro Al-Anon Family Group When: 7-8 p.m. Where: Lakeside Church, 5800 Lake Oconee Pkwy., Greensboro More Info: Al-Anon Family provides a mutual support group for people who have been affected by a loved one’s drinking.
4TH MONDAY MONTHLY EXCEPT DEC.
What: Washington Civil War Round Table When: 6 p.m. Where: Pope Conference Center, 48B Lexington Ave., Washington More Info: History group with no agenda except to meet and learn history of the mid-1800s. Welcome all who like history. Cost $17 and includes wine, dinner, and speaker. Contact cosbysmith@hotmail.com for information.