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SATURDAY, JAN. 16
What: Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast When: 7:30-9:30 a.m. Where: Magnolia Ballroom, 231 W. Hancock St., Milledgeville More info: Georgia College & State University and community partners will present the annual Martin Luther King Jr. breakfast. Registration for the event is on the Milledgeville Chamber of Commerce website.
SATURDAY, JAN. 17
What: Will Robinson Memorial Race When: 8:30 a.m. Where: 201 E. Greene St., Milledgeville More info: Join Georgia Military College for the 30th Will Robinson Memorial Race, proudly sponsored by the Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office and the Georgia Military College Alumni Association. This annual event honors the memory of Deputy Will Robinson, a Georgia Military College alumnus who tragically lost his life in the line of duty. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m.
SUNDAY, JAN. 18
What: Comfort Farms Community Build & Feast When: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Where: 347 Horace Veal Rd, Milledgeville More info: A hands-on volunteer event where we come together to restore, build, and prepare the farm for the upcoming season, followed by a shared feast to celebrate the hard work. Participants can expect a meaningful, community-driven experience on a working farm. Register at stagvetsinc.org/events.
MONDAY, JAN. 19
What: MLK Jr. Holiday: Mission Possible 2 When: Noon Where: Flagg Baptist Church, 400 W. Franklin St., Milledgeville More info: The guest speaker will be State Representative Mac Jackson of District 128.
TUESDAY, JAN. 20
What: Evenings with History: “The 60s in Milledgeville” When: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Where: Allen’s Market, 101 Floyd L. Griffin Jr. Street, Milledgeville More info: Georgia’s Old Capital Heritage Center at The Depot is pleased to welcome columnist and speaker Rick Millians. Millians will investigate the 60s in Milledgeville, a time when the idyllic, Mayberry-like tranquility was interrupted by social, political, and cultural upheavals. Come investigate the people and events that shaped this decade.
JAN. 2224
What: GMC Play: Disney’s Frozen Jr. When: Jan. 22: 7 p.m., Jan. 23: 7 p.m., Jan 24: 3 & 7 p.m. Where: 220 E. Greene St., Milledgeville More info: Journey to Arendelle this winter as GMC Prep School Performing Arts presents “Disney’s Frozen Jr.,” a heartwarming stage adaptation of the beloved animated film. General admission is $10.
SATURDAY, JAN. 24
What: Milledgeville Bridal Event Showcase When: 12-4 p.m. Where: Magnolia Ballroom, GCSU More info: This community-driven event will connect members of the Milledgeville community with local wedding professionals, giving couples a unique opportunity to envision their future weddings while providing vendors valuable exposure.
What: Piedmont Amateur Radio Club Winter Field Day When: 4:59 p.m Where: 234 N. Wesley Chapel Rd., Eatonton More info: The Piedmont Amateur Radio Club will be doing Winter Field Day, which is a communications exercise. All licensed hams, non-hams and anybody interested in becoming a licensed operator are invited.
TUESDAY, JAN. 27
What: Young Adult Book Club When: 5:45-6:45 p.m. Where: Twin Lakes Library Hancock Branch, 127 E. Hancock St., Milledgeville More info: Teens can join library staff and talk about what they would like to read this year. There will be pizza and drinks provided
UNTIL JAN. 29
What: Allied Arts Collection Exhibit When: Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Where: John Marlor Art Center, 201 North Wayne Street More info: Experience a rich showcase of local artistry as the Allied Arts Collection returns for a special winter exhibition. Spanning a variety of mediums, styles, and eras, this rotating display offers visitors a chance to explore the depth and history of our permanent collection.
FRIDAY, JAN. 30
What: Music at the Mill When: 7-10 p.m. Where: New City Church at the Mill More info: Music at The Mill invites the community to enjoy an evening of local musical talent followed by an open jam session. After the main performance, the stage opens to any musicians and singers who want to participate, offering a unique opportunity for local artists to collaborate and share their music with an enthusiastic audience.
SUNDAY, FEB. 8
What: Super Museum Sunday Free Tours When: noon to 4 p.m. Where: The Brown-Stetson-Sandford House, 601 W. Hancock St. and Central State Hospital Museum, 95 Depot Circle More Info: The Central State Hospital Museum and Brown Stetson-Sanford House will be open to the public free of charge as part of Georgia History Festival’s Super Museum Sunday. The Sanford House is one of Milledgeville’s last remaining early inns & taverns and only one still open. Visitors to the CSH Museum will see artifacts, pictures, equipment and learn of what was the largest mental institution in the world.
FRIDAY, FEB. 13
What: Galentine’s Pasta Class and Dinner When: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Where: Woodland Acres at Robbins Farm, 223 Cox Woodland Rd NW, Milledgeville More info: Join us for a ladies-only night of food and fun. This class includes making pasta from scratch to take home, followed by a prepared dinner of salad, a chicken pasta dish, and dessert. Tickets are $25 per person. For more information or to make a reservation, please call, text, (706)444-3675 or visit robbinsfarmevents.com.
SATURDAY, FEB. 14
What: American Legion H.S. Oratorical Contest When: 1 p.m. Where: 231 Log Cabin Rd., Milledgeville More info: Open to all local high school students, prepared speech, 8-10 minutes, related to U.S. Constitution. Cash prizes for 1st through 3rd, winners can advance to district, area and beyond competition. Contact Legion Commander John Griffin at 478-453-0295 or jwgriff@aol.com for more information.
What: Family Valentine’s Cookie Event When: 10 a.m. to noon Where: Woodland Acres at Robbins Farm, 223 Cox Woodland Rd NW, Milledgeville More info: A sweetheart social for the whole family. We will bake and decorate Valentine-themed cookies while enjoying light snacks. Tickets are $20 per child, $15 for each additional child, and adults are included.Tickets are $60 per couple; space is limited. For more information or to make a reservation, please call, text, (706)444-3675 or visit robbinsfarmevents.com.
What: Couples Valentine’s Pasta Class and Dinner When: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Where: Woodland Acres at Robbins Farm, 223 Cox Woodland Rd NW, Milledgeville More info: A romantic date night featuring a homemade pasta class followed by a prepared dinner of salad, a chicken pasta dish, and dessert. Tickets are $60 per couple; space is limited. For more information or to make a reservation, please call, text, (706)444-3675 or visit robbinsfarmevents.com.
TUESDAY, FEB. 17
What: Evenings with History: Muskogee/Creek History When: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Where: Allen’s Market, 101 Floyd L. Griffin Jr. Street, Milledgeville More info: Old Capital Heritage Center at The Depot welcomes Joseph Sumner, Jr. Come learn about the meeting in 1540 AD of the Muscogee/Creek Peoples in Middle Georgia with Spanish soldiers and priests in the Hernando de Soto Expedition and its impact on local heritage.
TUESDAY, MARCH 17
What: Evenings with History: Eldren Bailey’s Art When: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM Where: Allen’s Market, 101 Floyd L. Griffin Jr. Street, Milledgeville More info: Georgia’s Old Capital Heritage Center at The Depot welcomes Ashley Quinn. Come learn about the masonry headstones and sculptures created by Eldren M. Bailey, a black folk artist from Atlanta whose art is created in concrete, plaster, and paint. Examples of her art are found scattered predominantly in the Atlanta and surrounding area cemeteries.
SUNDAY, APRIL 12
What: Kirkins O’ the Tartans Service When: 11 a.m. Where: First Presbyterian Church, 210 S. Wayne St., Milledgeville More info: Wear your tartan for a festive celebration of Scottish heritage, including bagpipes, hymns, and a blessing of the Tartans. Refreshments will follow.
TUESDAY, APRIL 21
What: Evenings with History: Central State Hospital When: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM Where: Allen’s Market, 101 Floyd L. Griffin Jr. Street, Milledgeville More info: Georgia’s Old Capital Heritage Center at The Depot is pleased to welcome the director of the Central State Hospital Museum Jessica Whithead. Come out and hear the history of mental health treatment and Central State Hospital, once the world’s largest mental institution, told through photographs of the decaying buildings by awardwinning photographer, CSH historian, and author of Seeking Asylum.
SUNDAY, MAY 3
What: Our Journey Begins When: 11 a.m. Where: First Presbyterian Church, 210 S. Wayne St., Milledgeville More info: Step into the church’s story with a frontier worship experience featuring Libby Lounsbury’s 2001 playlet, “From These Beginnings.”
Celebrate communion and the moments that shaped our faith community. Reception to follow.
What: Milledgeville Singers Guild concert When: 4 p.m. Where: First Presbyterian Church, 210 S. Wayne St., Milledgeville More info: The Milledgeville Singers Guild presents selections from Clyde Tipton’s “Let Justice Roll.”
MAY 10
What: Musical Heritage Service When: 11 a.m. Where: First Presbyterian Church, 210 S. Wayne St., Milledgeville More info: Experience two centuries of sacred music from responses and anthems to a joyful hymn-sing. Special guest musicians will join the choir and organist. Post-service reception to follow.
What: Mother’s Day Tea Luncheon When: 1-3 p.m. Where: Woodland Acres at Robbins Farm, 223 Cox Woodland Rd NW, Milledgeville More info: An elegant tea party luncheon featuring sweets, treats, and light lunch. Guests can choose between patio or indoor seating. Reservations are required for this limitedticket event. Tickets are $60 per couple; space is limited. For more information or to make a reservation, please call, text, (706)444-3675 or visit robbinsfarmevents.com.
MAY 17
What: Faith in Action Service When: 11 a.m. Where: First Presbyterian Church, 210 S. Wayne St., Milledgeville More info: Stories of impact, prayers of gratitude, and voices lifted together. Fellowship to follow with snacks and shared experiences.
EACH MONDAY
What: Maker Monday When: 3:30-5:30 p.m. Where: Twin Lakes Library Hancock Branch, 127 E. Hancock St., Milledgeville More info: This teen program invites local youth to make crafts using the library’s MakerSpace.
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, 366 Log Cabin Rd. NE, Milledgeville More Info: Alanon meetings are for family and friends of alcoholics and addicts. For more information text 478-363-7405.
THIRD FRIDAY MONTHLY EXCEPT JULY
What: Learning in Retirement When: 11 a.m. Where: Community Baptist Church, 143 Log Cabin Rd. NE, 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.
LAST FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH
What: Music at the Mill When: 7-10 p.m. Where: 224 E. Walton St., Milledgeville More info: Come join the monthly jam session. Each month has a new featured band followed by an open jam session.
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.
What: Nature Ramble at Lockerly Arboretum When: 12-3 p.m. Where: Lockerly Arboretum, 1534 Irwinton Rd., Milledgeville More info: This informal guided walk offers a chance to explore the arboretum’s ever-changing landscape, from blooming flowers and buzzing pollinators to singing birds and hidden natural treasures.