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FRIDAY, MARCH 6
What: Knights of Columbus Fish Fry When: 5-7 p.m. Where: Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 110 N.
Jefferson St. NE, Milledgeville More info: Adults $10, children 12 and under $5. Eat in or carry out.
For further details, please call Tim Kimerling at 313-550 -8950.
What: First Friday Fest When: 6-9 p.m. Where: Downtown Milledgeville More info: Join Mainstreet Milledgeville for live music, downtown dining, late shopping, and family-friendly fun as local and regional bands take the stage for an unforgettable evening.
SATURDAY, MARCH 7
What: County Line Music Festival When: noon to 8 p.m. Where: 141 Corral Road NE, Milledgeville More info: The 14th annual County Line Music Festival is set to return, hosted by the County Line Music Festival nonprofit organization. Since its inception in 2012, this popular event has raised funds for local charities and community-based initiatives, including the Life Enrichment Center and the Muscular Dystrophy Association.
What: Georgia’s Miss Amazing Pageant When: 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Where: The Magnolia Ballroom, 231 W. Hancock St., Milledgeville More info: This year’s theme, “Abilities in Full Bloom,” sets the tone for an uplifting day focused on confidence-building, friendship, and celebration. Girls ages 5 and up are invited to participate across seven age divisions, creating a welcoming environment where every participant is encouraged to shine.
FRIDAY, MARCH 13
What: Arti Gras When: 5:30 p.m. Where: Allen’s Market, 101 E. McIntosh St., Milledgeville More info: Step into the vibrant spirit of Mardi Gras for a colorful celebration of creativity for all ages! Explore hands-on activities like Make Your Own Wish Bag, Create Your Own Mardi Gras Mask, a Popcorn Bar, customize your own bracelet, face painting, tarot readings, and contribute to a community art project for a collaborative masterpiece. Admission is free, and activity tables are $5 each, with all proceeds supporting Allied Arts to help us continue giving back to the community.
MARCH 15
What: Shakespeare in the Park When: 2 p.m. Where: Lockerly Arboretum, 1534 Irwinton Rd., Milledgeville More info: Get ready for a whirlwind of wit and laughter as Milledgeville Theatre Collective brings The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) to the great outdoors! This fast-paced, madcap comedy packs all of Shakespeare’s plays into one wildly entertaining performance that’s perfect for a sunny afternoon in the park.
MONDAY, MARCH 16
What: Fawney Rig concert When: 6:30 p.m. Where: Allen’s Market, 101 E. McIntosh St., Milledgeville More info: You’ll be treated to a set of beloved Irish tunes featuring plenty of Celtic classics, foot-stomping jigs, sweet ballads, and even a few rockers. The band provides lyric sheets for the audience so you can sing along and join in the fun! Expect tunes by The Clancy Brothers, The Pogues, The Dubliners, and many more. There will be songs of love, songs of war, and a few comical numbers as well.
TUESDAY, MARCH 17
What: Evenings with History: Eldren Bailey’s Art 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 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.
SATURDAY, MARCH 21 OCT. 23
What: Haunting History Tour When: 5:30 p.m. Where: Ga’s Old Capital Heritage Center, 85 Depot Circle, Milledgeville More Info: Every first & third Saturday, this guided walking tour of Georgia Lunatic Asylum grounds (not inside the buildings), includes chilling stories and unsettling subject matter that is rooted in education and advocacy. 478-453-1803, thedepotga.org
SATURDAY, MARCH 28
What: Book Signing by Edward Morrow When: 11 a.m. Where: Mary Vinson Memorial Library, 151 S. Jefferson St., Milledgeville More info: Join Edward Morrow, an accomplished author of five published novels, for signing of his latest book.
SATURDAY, APRIL 4
What: Community Easter Egg Hunt When: 5 p.m. Where: Baldwin County Recreation Department More info: Hosted by Church Central.
SATURDAY, APRIL 11
What: 2nd annual Heritage Hustle 5K & 1K Fun Run When: Check-in 7:30 a.m.; 5K start 8:30 a.m. Where: 95 Depot Circle, Milledgeville More info: Heritage Hustle 5K starts and ends at The Depot and winds through the grounds of the former Central State Hospital. Awards presented to top overall male and female finishers. Medals awarded to top-three male and female finishers in five-year age groups, ranging from 10 and under through 75 and up. Registration fees: Early bird: $27; Mar. 16 to Apr. 10: $30; Day of Event: $35; Fun Run: $18. Group discounts available to groups of 10-plus by contacting The Depot. For registration details, sponsorship opportunities, or more information, visit heritagehustle5k.com.
SUNDAY, APRIL 12
What: Kirkin 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: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Where: Allen’s Market, 101 Floyd L. Griffin Jr. St., Milledgeville More Info: Georgia’s Old Capital Heritage Center at The Depot presents the director of the Central State Hospital Museum Jessica Whitehead. 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 Whitehead, an awardwinning photographer, CSH historian, and Seeking Asylum author.
SATURDAY, APRIL 25
What: Playdate & Resource Fair When: 9:30-11:30 a.m. Where: Water B. Williams Park, 59 Ga. Hwy. 22, Milledgeville More info: Organized by Walking with Moms in Need, supervised care and activities for children ages 3-6 will be available. Registration required on site. For moms and dads, approximately 20 “information stations” will be staffed by local healthcare establishments and counseling services; outreach ministries and government agencies that provide material and financial assistance; budgeting help; and nutritional and child development resources to guide parents. Free tote bags with free gifts for moms and kids included. Reservations required to participate and receive childcare services, food, and prize drawing tickets. All are welcome but please email WWMINmilly@gmail.com or call 847-331-9625 by the April 1 deadline to ensure all benefits.
1ST & 3RD SATURDAYS, MARCHOCT.
What: CSH Haunting History Tours When: 5:30 p.m. check in; 6 p.m. start Where: Central State Hospital Museum, 95 Depot Circle, Milledgeville More Info: Walking tour of Central State Hospital grounds led by historian/photographer Jessica Whitehead. The Haunting History Tour shares chilling stories from Central State’s past. While the subject matter can be unsettling, the tour’s mission is rooted in education and advocacy. Tickets $25 each and include admission to the museum. No entrance to other CSH buildings permitted. For tour dates, tickets, and information visit thedepotga.org.
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 & THURSDAY
What: GCSU Vita Tax Assistance Program When: 5-7 p.m. Where: Atkinson Hall No. 110, Main GCSU campus, Milledgeville More info: Georgia College is offering free tax help to individuals and families who meet income qualifications, seniors, persons with disabilities, and those with limited English proficiency. Call 478-388 1956 or visit unitedwaycg.org/vita to schedule an appointment.
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.
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.
PUTNAM
MARCH 57
What: Gigantic Used Book Sale When: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Where: Georgia Writers Museum, 109 S. Jefferson Ave., Eatonton More Info: Lowest prices on titles from Georgia and beyond. Indulge in Sylvia’s coffee while you shop. 706-991-5119, georgiawritersmuseum.org
FRIDAY, MARCH 6
What: Revelation of Hope Prophecy Seminar When: 7 p.m. Where: Eatonton 7th Day Adventist Church, 232 Pea Ridge Rd., Eatonton More Info: Come learn about The AntiChrist, Mark of the Beast, and other mysteries of Revelation. Free admission, register at: AtttendSeminar. live/Eatonton. Contact Lillie Hill at 478-457-4456 for more information,
SATURDAY, MARCH 7
What: 12th annual Seuss on the Loose When: 9 a.m. to Noon Where: Putnam County Primary School, 162 Old Glenwood Springs Rd., Eatonton
More Info: Fun Run registration begins 9 a.m.; run starts 9:30 a.m.; events inside school 10 a.m. to noon. Pre-register for Fun Run by Feb. 23 to be guaranteed event shirts. $15 individual Fun Runners, $40 for three runners, $10 for inside events. For more information or to order tickets visit zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/seuss-on-the-loose.
SATURDAY, MARCH 14
What: Inaugural Honoring Our Heroes Fundraiser When: Doors open 5:30 p.m. Where: Briarpatch Farm, 725 Pea Ridge Rd., Eatonton More Info: Hosted by Georgia Safari Club Intl. and Lake Oconee Elks Lodge No. 2849, the evening will feature keynote speaker Mark Nutsch, a Green Beret commander and inspiration for the story told in “12 Strong,” as well as retired U.S Army Sergeant and Purple Heart recipient Mario Lopez, and a performance by Eatonton-born, award-winning songwriter Matt Rogers. Dinner and fellowship, live and silent auctions, and raffles, with tickets and more information at gasci.ejoinme.org/honoringourheroes.
What: Piedmont Amateur Radio monthly meeting When: 9 a.m. Where: 234 N. Wesley Chapel Rd., Eatonton More info: All licensed hams, non-licensed hams and anybody interested in becoming a ham radio operator is welcome.
What: Putnam’s Golden Gala When: 6:30-11:30 p.m. Where: Barrel 118, 118 N. Jefferson Ave., Eatonton More Info: Charity event to benefit Putnam General Hospital Foundation. Buffet dinner, live entertainment, silent auction, cash bar. Individual and table tickets available at zeffy.com/en-US/ ticketing/putnams-golden-gala. Call Myrna Taylor at W: 706 749-8188 or C: 786-301-7606 for tickets or more information.
TUESDAY, MARCH 17
What: Business Education Expo When: 9 a.m. to Noon Where: Eatonton-Putnam Chamber of Commerce, 108 W. Marion St., Eatonton
More Info: Eatonton Main Street and the Economic Vitality Committee present the Business Education Expo, an annual educational seminar featuring a broad range of business-focused topics. Attendees will gain practical insights, tools, and resources to support business success. Learn more at downtowneatonton. com/events-1/business-education-expo-bee-4/form.