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BALDWIN
FRIDAY, JULY 4
What: Milledgeville Fireworks When: At dusk More Info: The parking lot at the campus will be closed off for the event. Suggested viewing areas for the fireworks include Walter B. Williams Park and the parking lot of the Board of Education.
JULY 711
What: GCSU Science Camp: Art and Motion When: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Mon-Fri) Where: GCSU Main Campus – Chappell 113 More Info: For rising sixth through ninth graders. Cost is $150 per child. Georgia College & State University’s Academic Outreach and Science Education Center are hosting a full-day summer camp where creativity meets kinetic energy. Campers will explore the science behind movement through hands-on experiments, engineering challenges, and artistic creations that come to life. It’s the perfect blend of imagination, innovation and discovery. Register at science349.wixsite.com/gcsec/ summer-camp.
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.
JULY 1418
What: GCSU Science Camp Jr: Art and Motion When: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Mon-Fri) Where: GCSU Main Campus – Chappell 113 More Info: For rising third through fifth graders. Cost is $150 per child. Georgia College & State University’s Academic Outreach and Science Education Center are hosting a full-day summer camp where creativity meets kinetic energy. Campers will explore the science behind movement through hands-on experiments, engineering challenges, and artistic creations that come to life. It’s the perfect blend of imagination, innovation and discovery. Register at science349.wixsite.com/gcsec/ summer-camp.
What: Lockerley Arboretum Oaks Discovery Camp When: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Where: Lockerly Arboretum More Info: This full day, weeklong camp experience is filled with wild nature activities for kids who love being outside. Each session will have a different nature theme. Daily activities range from indoor crafts and cooking to wild romps through the creek and forest of Lockerly. The camp is $150 for non-members and $115 for members.
SATURDAY, JULY 19
What: Rock Your Dock When: 1-4 p.m. Where: Lake Sinclair More Info: Y96 Hot Country Hits is bringing the party straight to Lake Sinclair. Y96 will be cruising the lake, pulling up to docks and boats, and rocking out live on-air and on social media. To get involved, follow along on social media for real-time updates and surprises.
What: Ladies’ Paddle When: 9 a.m. Where: Oconee River Greenway More info: Join Oconee Outfitters on their upcoming ladies paddle from the Oconee River Greenway to Central State boat ramp, which provides gentle flat water, perfect for new paddlers and experienced ones. Equipment rentals are available and include shuttle.
What: Murals and Mimosas Walking Tour When: 10 a.m. to noon Where: Meet at the Peacock Wings, 107 W. Hancock Street More info: Get ready to explore the vibrant streets of downtown Milledgeville on a unique two-hour pop-up walking tour, blending history, art, delicious treats, and refreshing mimosas. Spots are limited and you must be 21+ with a valid ID to enjoy mimosas. The price is $50 per person.
FRIDAY, JULY 25
What: Music at the Mill When: 7-10 p.m. Where: New City Church at the Mill, 224 E Walton St. More info: Music at The Mill invites the community to enjoy an evening of local musical talent followed by an open jam session.
SATURDAY, JULY 26
What: Murals and Mimosas Walking Tour When: 10 a.m. to noon Where: Meet at the Peacock Wings, 107 W. Hancock Street More info: Get ready to explore the vibrant streets of downtown Milledgeville on a unique two-hour pop-up walking tour, blending history, art, delicious treats, and refreshing mimosas. Spots are limited and you must be 21+ with a valid ID to enjoy mimosas. The price is $50 per person.
SATURDAY, AUG. 16
What: Rock Your Dock When: 1-4 p.m. Where: Lake Sinclair More Info: Y96 Hot Country Hits is bringing the party straight to Lake Sinclair. Y96 will be cruising the lake, pulling up to docks and boats, and rocking out live on-air and on social media. To get involved, follow along on social media for real-time updates and surprises.
EACH TUESDAY
What: Hatha Yoga When: 6 p.m. Where: Chappell Hall at GCSU, Milledgeville 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., Milledgeville 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, Milledgeville More Info: High-energy class ($25) for children 18 months to 5 years, with hands-on activities, games, and exercises packed into every session.
SECOND SATURDAY EACH MONTH
What: Coffee with the Candidate When: 9-11 a.m. Where: Blackbird Coffee, 114 W. Hancock St., Milledgeville More Info: On the second Saturday of each month, Walter Reynolds will be at Blackbird Coffee to chat with citizens about the future of Milledgeville, his goals as mayor, and answer questions.
PUTNAM
JULY 5, 6, 10, 11 & 13
What: “HONK!” When: 3 p.m., July 5, 6 & 13; 7 p.m. all other shows Where: The Plaza Arts Center, 305 N. Madison Ave., Eatonton More Info: “HONK, The Musical,” presents the story of “The Ugly Duckling,” by Hans Christian Andersen. Fun and entertaining for kids of all ages. Presented by the Broadway Intensive program with The Arts Barn. Tickets $15-$25 each, available at app.artspeople. com/index.php?ticketing=plaza.
JULY 10, 17, 24 & 31
What: Walk-in Wednesday at GWM When: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Where: Georgia Writers Museum, 109 S. Jefferson Ave., Eatonton More Info: Visit Georgia Writers Museum each Wednesday for a free cup of gourmet coffee and enjoy the music of Anenaca Simpson and other musicians. Monthly raffle to win a Georgiaauthored book. Raffle entries will be collected each Wednesday throughout the month and a winner drawn on the first of each month.
SATURDAY, JULY 5
What: SCR Sinclair Summer Bash When: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Where: EdgeWater on Lake Sinclair at Oconee Springs Park, Eatonton More Info: Family-friendly, community celebration featuring live music by The Swingin’ Medallions band and food trucks with something for everyone. Free admission; bring your own lawn chairs. Presented by South Central Realty.
TUESDAY, JULY 8
What: Griefshare When: 4-5:30 p.m. Where: Lake Country Baptist Fellowship Hall, 1259 Crooked Creek Rd., Eatonton More Info: 13 sessions on Tuesdays, April to July 8. Register at griefshare.org.
SATURDAY, JULY 12
What: Crime & Wine at the Museum (2 sessions) When: 3:30-5:30 p.m. & 7-9 p.m. Where: Georgia Writers Museum, 109 S. Jefferson Ave., Eatonton More Info: Georgia Writers Museum partners with the Cold Case Investigative Research Institute (CCIRI) to present Crime & Wine at the Museum, an experience that makes you the investigator. Your chief for the evening will be Law Enforcement Hall of Fame inductee Sheryl McCollum, author of Cold Case: Pathways to Justice. Tickets $40 per person or $35 each for two or more. Visit georgiawritersmuseum.org to order.
What: Downtown Getdown When: 7 p.m. Where: City Center Stage, behind Barrel 118, North Jefferson Ave., Eatonton More Info: Presented by Eatonton Main Street, enjoy the music of The Bourbon Brothers as they bring the great music of the Rat Pack and other great 1950s-’60s crooners to life. Bring your lawn chairs, coolers, and dancing shoes. Food trucks and arts and crafts vendors on site at 6 p.m.
JULY 1213
What: Speed Dating with a Publisher When: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday; 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Sunday Where: Georgia Writers Museum, 109 S. Jefferson Ave., Eatonton More Info: Group presentations and each attendee will receive valuable one-on-one time with Warren Publishing President Mindy Kuhn, Marketing Director Lacey Cope, and Editor-in-Chief Amy Ashby on how to take your book from idea to inventory. Tickets $60 each at georgiawritersmuseum.org.
SUNDAY, JULY 13
What: Zion Covenant Homecoming When: 2 p.m. Where: Zion Covenant Fellowship Church, 404 Oak St., Eatonton More Info: Pastor Brice Benford of Present Glory Church, Covington. Email zioncovenantfellowship@gmail.com or call 706-485-9967.
TUESDAY, JULY 15
What: Out of the Box Mobile Classroom When: 4 p.m. Where: Eatonton-Putnam County Library, 309 N. Madison Ave.
Eatonton More Info: Step into a world of discovery with Out Of The Box, a mobile interactive science museum that brings learning to life through engaging videos, hands-on manipulatives, and live interactions. For more information, call 706-485-6768 or visit azalealibraries.org.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 16
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.
JULY 1618
What: Zion Covenant Annual Revival When: 7:30 p.m. nightly Where: Zion Covenant Fellowship Church, 404 Oak St., Eatonton More Info: Speakers: Pastor Cecil Rozier, Wed.; Pastor Michael Burney, Thursday; Bishop Milton Holston, Friday. Email zioncovenantfellowship@gmail.com or call 706-485-9967
THURSDAY, JULY 17
What: Eatonton Health and Rehabilitation Center Job Fair When: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Where: EHRC, 125 Sparta Hwy., Eatonton More Info: Eatonton Health and Rehabilitation Center is opening its doors to job seekers with a spring/summer job fair, offering open interviews throughout the day with opportunities in nursing, dietary services, housekeeping, and other support roles. For more information about the job fair or available positions, contact the facility directly or visit eatontonhealth. org.
FRIDAY, JULY 18
What: Keith Karnok the Magic Man When: 4 p.m. Where: Eatonton-Putnam County Library, 309 N. Madison Ave.
Eatonton More Info: Keith’s family-friendly magic is sure to create lasting memories. With hilarious jokes and unique magic tricks, this show is sure to have children of all ages laughing and cheering. For more information, call 706-485-6768 or visit azalealibraries. org.
MONDAY, JULY 21
What: Magician Barry Mitchell: “The Show of Many Colors” When: 2 p.m. Where: Eatonton-Putnam County Library, 309 N. Madison Ave.
Eatonton More Info: Barry’s show will combine buckets of colorful excitement together in a fun-filled collage. Sam the Turtle will be back, too, as a wise-cracking art critic. Hyena the chicken wants to be appreciated for his chicken scratches. And Mr. Barry brings a kaleidoscope of colorful magic to inspire the artist in us all. For more information, call 706-485-6768 or visit azalealibraries.org.
THURSDAY, JULY 24
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.
SUNDAY, JULY 27
What: Back-to-School Giveaway When: 12-2 p.m. Where: Zion Covenant Fellowship Church, 404 Oak St., Eatonton More Info: Free Back-to-School supplies provided to visiting students. Email zioncovenantfellowship@gmail.com or call 706-485-9967.