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BALDWIN
SUNDAY, JUNE 7
What: Honoring the Journey When: 11 a.m. Where: First Presbyterian Church, 210 S. Wayne St., Milledgeville More info: First Baptist Church will trace its congregation’s story, celebrate communion, and give thanks for God’s faithfulness. Reception to follow.
THURSDAY, JUNE 11
What: Bicentennial Open House When: 6:30 p.m. Where: First Presbyterian Church, 210 S. Wayne St., Milledgeville More info: Evening of community, discovery, and refreshments at 6:30 p.m. with Monticello Presbyterian Church Bell Choir. Conversation with historian Bob Wilson at 7:30 p.m.
SATURDAY, JUNE 13
What: Summer Fairytale Family Day When: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Where: Robbins Farm, 223 Cox Woodland Rd. NW, Milledgeville More info: Families can dress up as their favorite characters from a fairytale for a summer kickoff at the farmer’s market. There will be a bouncy house, royal characters to meet with games, vendors, food and more.
SUNDAY, JUNE 14
What: Bicentennial Service When: 11 a.m. Where: First Presbyterian Church, 210 S. Wayne St., Milledgeville More info: First Baptist Church commemorates two centuries of faith, fellowship, and community service. Special guests will participate in worship, and catered lunch will follow.
TUESDAY, JUNE 23
What: String Puppet Circus When: 6:30-6:30 p.m. Where: Allen’s Market, 101 Floyd L Griffin Jr St., Milledgeville More Info: Puppet Pants brings this marionette artistry performance for all ages. Free admission, RSVP encouraged www.milledgevillealliedarts.com
SATURDAY, JULY 25
What: Blueberry Picking & Baking When: 6-8 p.m. Where: Robbins Farm, 223 Cox Woodland Rd. NW, Milledgeville More info: Join us for a farm to table experience. We will begin by meeting at our barn, then head over together to the u-pick, we will return to our barn for refreshments and baking with our blueberries. Register at robbinsfarmevents.com.
1ST & 3RD SAT. MONTHLY UNTIL OCT.
What: Haunting History Tour When: 5:30 p.m. Where: Ga’s Old Capital Heritage Center, 85 Depot Circle, Milledgeville More Info: Each first and 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
EACH TUESDAY
What: Walking with Moms in Need When: 1-3 p.m. (Tuesdays) 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 major holidays. Monthly distribution of 50 diapers is available for infants and toddlers. Parent must register for the diaper program with a valid photo I.D. and 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 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: 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: 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
SATURDAY, JUNE 6
What: Putnam County Dairy Festival When: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Where: Putnam County Courthouse Grounds, Downtown Eatonton More Info: Hosted by the Pilot Club of Eatonton, the annual Putnam County Dairy Festival is a family-friendly tribute to the dairy industry and local dairy families. Includes a parade through downtown, 5K and 10K road races, plus a 1-mile fun run, kiddie rides, food, and crafts vendors, with local dignitaries and dairy-related speakers.
JUNE 711
What: Vacation Bible School When: 5:30-8:30 p.m. Where: Marshall Memorial Baptist Church, 190 Imperial Mill Rd., Eatonton More Info: Ages kindergarten to 12th grade. Pre-register at mmbaptistchurch.org. Meals will be served.
TUESDAY, JUNE 9
What: Meet the Author with Lynn Cullen When: 7 p.m., doors open 6:30 p.m. Where: Georgia Writers Museum, 109 S. Jefferson Ave., Eatonton More Info: Lynn Cullen will present her new book, When We Were Brilliant, about the special relationship between actress Marilyn Monroe and her photographer, Eve Arnold. Tickets $45 each, or $40 each for two or more. Register at georgiawritersmuseum.org.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10
What: Women in Business - Lunch & Learn When: 12-1 p.m. Where: E-P Chamber of Commerce, 108 W.Marion St., Eatonton More Info: Eatonton-Putnam Chamber of Commerce presents Athens-area real estate agent and business owner Adriana Velez speaking on starting a business as a female entrepreneur. Tickets $25, includes lunch. Visit E-PCOC at eatonton.com or call 706-485-7701.
THURSDAY, JUNE 11
What: Eatonton-Putnam County BHFIT Health Fair When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: 314 S. Washington St., Eatonton (old PCES bldg.) More Info: Free to attend, community-focused event to address mental health, substance abuse awareness, and general health & fitness with valuable resources, services, and screenings. For information (including potential vendors/participants), contact Better Health & Fitness Together (BHFIT) Community Care Coordinator Juanita Norris at jnorris@oconeecenter.com or 706-819-8313.
SATURDAY, JUNE 13
What: Piedmont Amateur Radio Club 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: Downtown GetDown: Roofdog When: 7-10 p.m. Where: Eatonton City Center Stage (behind Barrel 118) More Info: Join Eatonton Main Street for an exciting night of live music as part of the Downtown GetDown Concert Series. This free concert will feature an energetic performance by Roofdog, delivering a dynamic blend of blues and rock. Bring your lawn chairs, coolers, and dancing shoes. Vendors open at 6 p.m. with music beginning at 7 p.m.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 17
What: Color Bootcamp Paint Mixing Class When: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: The Artisans Village Art Gallery, 110 Marion St., Eatonton More Info: Color Bootcamp will show you a direct method to understand color and help you confidently establish color harmonies in your painting. Instructor: Catherine Choi. Cost $75. Register online at theartisansvillage.org/classes.
THURSDAY, JUNE 18
What: Advanced Color Lab Paint Mixing Class When: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: The Artisans Village Art Gallery, 110 Marion St., Eatonton More Info: Tackle all your color mixing questions and problems with this Advanced Color Lab class. Bring your paints, and we will jump right into combining them to solve color puzzles. Bring swatches or examples of what has you stumped or frustrated. Instructor: Catherine Choi. Cost $85. Register online at theartisansvillage.org/classes.
THURSDAY, JUNE 25
What: 10th annual Lake Country Juried Art Show When: 5-7:30 p.m. Where: Barrel 118, 118 N. Jefferson Ave., Eatonton More Info: Opening night for 10th annual Lake Country Juried Art Show, presented by The Artisans Village Guild. Enjoy works by some of the finest artists statewide. Public is invited to attend show and awards reception, with light refreshments available with complimentary wine, and a cash bar (credit card only, however). Artworks remain on display and for sale at Barrel 118 June 26, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and June 27, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. After that, show and sale moves to The Artisans Village Art Gallery (110 Marion St., Eatonton) through the end of July. For more information, visit theartisansvillage.org.
What: An Evening in Eatonton When: 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Where: Various shops, Downtown Eatonton More Info: Visit Downtown Eatonton for an evening of shopping and dining. Stroll through participating businesses, enjoy great food, and during the event, pick up a punch card at any participating location. Shoppers receive one punch for every $15 purchase made at a single business. Collect five punches to complete your card, then turn it in for entry into a drawing for a gift basket filled with items from Downtown Eatonton businesses.
FRIDAY, JUNE 26
What: 2026-27 Eatonton Sculpture Trail Reception When: 5-8 p.m. Where: Barrel 118, 118 N. Jefferson Ave., Eatonton More Info: The 2026-27 Eatonton Sculpture Trail will welcome several new sculptures as well as rotate a few out to other cities. Join us for the artist welcome reception Friday at Barrel 118 before the new sculptures are placed in their locations the next day. For information, visit theartisansvillage.org/sculpture-trail.
SATURDAY, JUNE 27
What: Piedmont Amateur Radio Club Field Day When: 2 p.m. Saturday through 2 p.m. Sunday, June 28 Where: Radio Tower Site, 234 N. Wesley Chapel Rd., Eatonton More info: The club will be participating in the annual ARRL Field Day Event. This is a contest where Amateur Radio Operators (Hams) set up ham radio stations at remote locations and score points for communicating with as many other ham radio operators as possible. Setup is at noon with the official start time of 2 p.m. There are no charges or fees. All licensed hams, non-hams and anyone, any age interested in becoming a licensed ham radio operator is invited. Visit www.k4par.org for more information.
FIRST WEDNESDAY MONTHLY
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 the 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.
GREENE
JUNE 13 & 27
What: Greensboro Farmers Market Where: Broad & East Streets, Greensboro When: 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. More Info: Fresh-grown local produce, arts & crafts, food, drinks, and more.
JUNE 1719
What: FMC Kids Summer Camp Where: First Methodist Church, 4741 Carey Station Rd., Greensboro When: 9 a.m. to Noon More Info: Ages 4 years through 5th grade can enjoy games, music, Bible lessons themed “Junkyard Redemption.” Visit fmcglo.org for information.
FRIDAY, JUNE 19
What: Moonlight on Main Concert Where: Main Street, Greensboro When: 7-9:30 p.m. More Info: BYO chair and/or dancing shoes to groove to Nu South Playaz sounds of Motown, beach music, and lots of classic rock, blues, and nostalgia. Free concert with family fun, food, and more. Visit downtowngreensboroga.com/events for information.
SATURDAY, JUNE 20
What: VFW Post 6686 Golf Scramble Where: Harbor Club Golf Course, 1041 Harbor Hill Dr., Greensboro When: 12 p.m. More Info: Support veterans by playing in the VFW’s Scramble. Register day of event, 2-person teams, $150/ person includes cart, lunch, green fee. Registration and lunch at noon, shotgun start at 1 p.m. 706-202-3500.
JULY 11 & 25
What: Greensboro Farmers Market When: 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Where: Broad & East Streets More Info: Fresh-grown local produce, arts & crafts, food, drinks, and more.
GREENE
UNTIL JUNE 7
What: Downtown Restaurant Week When: Daily, varied open hours Where: Downtown Madison More info: Dine in downtown Madison restaurants and eateries, then enter the Downtown Dollar Giveaway (DDG) by posting a photo of your mealtime outing by tagging the appropriate restaurant as well as @mainstreetmadisonga on Facebook or @mainstreetmadisonga on Instagram with the tags: #downtownmadisonga #mainstreetmadisonga #restaurantweek. Two DDG prizes of $75 each. For information visit madisonga.com/977/Restaurant-Week.
JUNE 12 TO JULY 11
What: ‘We the People’ exhibit When: Mon.-Sat., 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Where: MAGallery, 125 W. Jefferson St., Madison More info: Visit Madison Artists Guild Gallery (MAGallery) for “We the People,” a juried exhibit in all mediums to celebrate and showcase the 250th anniversary of the nation. Opening reception to be held 6-8 p.m., June 12. For information call 706-342-9360.