BALDWIN
FRIDAY, MARCH 21
What: Learning in Retirement When: 11:15 a.m. Where: Freedom Church, 500 Underwood Rd., Milledgeville More info: Meetings for seniors on the third Friday of each month. Includes an informative speaker and catered lunch. The meal is optional and typically costs $15. Periodic area tours via walking, carpool, or bus. The group offers a blend of educational and social activities with fellow members. Learn more at cpe.gcsu.edu or contact Jocelyn Brownlow at 770-833 1217.
UNTIL MARCH 27
What: “Obscura” Exhibit When: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Where: Allied Arts, 201 N. Wayne St., Milledgeville More info: “Obscura” will showcase Paige Griffin’s unique take on this centuries-old photographic technique, in which light and shadow create captivating images through the simple, yet powerful, method of a pinhole camera.
What: An Evening with Drs. Ruthann & Paul Atchley When: 6:30 p.m. Where: Rose Hill at Lockerly, 1534 Irwinton Rd., Milledgeville University of Florida professors and researchers Drs. Ruthann and Paul Atchley will discuss findings from their research on how creativity and empathy is enhanced through time spent in natural settings. Tickets $10. 478-452-2112, lockerly.org.
FRIDAY, MARCH 28
What: Music at the Mill When: New City Church at the Mill, 224 E. Walton St., Milledgeville Where: 7-10 p.m. More info: This free, family-friendly event begins with performances from the spotlight artists Logan and Rebecca Brasher and then the stage opens to any musicians and singers who want to participate.
FRIDAYS, MARCH 28 APRIL 11
What: Annual Lenten Fish Fry When: 5-7 p.m. Where: Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 110 N. Jefferson St. The Knights of Columbus hosts this fish fry every Friday during Lent. 478-452-2421.
MONDAYS & FRIDAYS UNTIL END OF MARCH
What: GCSU offers free tax help When: 5-7 p.m. Where: Georgia College’s Atkinson Hall More info: The J. Whitney Bunting College of Business & Technology is offering free tax help. Undergraduate and graduate accounting students went through IRS tax training and took exams to receive IRS certification to conduct the program. Call 478-388-1956 or visit unitedwaycg.org/vita for information.
SATURDAYS UNTIL APRIL 26
What: Meet our Reptiles When: 10:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m., 4:30 p.m. Where: Lockerly Arboretum, 1534 Irwinton Rd. More Info: 30-minute information sessions to meet and learn about reptiles at Lockerly Arboretum. Meet in front of the Woods Museum. 478-452-2112, lockerly.org. Also Tuesdays at 4 p.m.
THURSDAY, APRIL 3
What: Voctave: At the Corner of Broadway and Main Street When: 7 p.m. Where: Center for Leadership Theatre, 220 E. Greene St., Milledgeville More info: A Cappella group Voctave presents their new show, “At the Corner of Broadway and Main Street.” Tickets $25, available at gmctickets.booktix.com/dept/PAS/e/VOC.
APRIL 424
What: Georgia Artists with Disabilities Exhibit When: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Where: Allied Arts, 201 N. Wayne St., Milledgeville More info: Founded in 1985 by the Pilot Clubs of Metropolitan Atlanta, Georgia Artists With Disabilities (GAD) provides a platform for Georgia artists with disabilities to display and sell their original artwork while providing an opportunity to compete for awards.
SUNDAY, APRIL 6
What: Bluegrass Revival Show and Jam When: 7-10 p.m. Where: New City Church at the Mill, 224 E. Walton St., Milledgeville More info: This free event will honor well-known Dobro musician and craftsman Tut Taylor, who made his home in Milledgeville for many years. Family and friends will be sharing stories about Taylor and his Nashville connection to bluegrass. If you play or sing bluegrass, you are welcome to be part of the jam.
TUESDAY, APRIL 15
What: Evenings with History When: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Where: St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 220 S. Wayne St., Milledgeville More info: The program will feature Rick Millians.
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 are $150 per player ($600 for a team). Visit bit. ly/2025CASAGOLF to register. All proceeds benefit foster children in the Ocmulgee Judicial Circuit. For questions, email FriendsOfOcmulgeeCASA@gmail.com.
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 costs $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.
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
THURSDAY, MARCH 20
What: BIG little Tickets on Sale When: 10 a.m. Where: Online at theartisansvillage.org More Info: Now in its third year, more than 60 of The Artisans Village Guild members are working on a new work of art on a 6x6-inch blank canvas. In order to select a piece of artwork on the night of The BIG ideas, little Project reception, selection tickets must be purchased in advance, using our online form. Tickets go on sale 10 a.m., Thurs. First to purchase tickets gets first selection of the BIG little artworks at the reception event April 3 at Barrel 118 in Eatonton.
SATURDAY, MARCH 22
What: 2nd annual Putting for Putnam Golf Tournament When: 9 a.m. start Where: Uncle Remus Golf Course, 120 Hambone Holle Dr., Eatonton More Info: Charity golf tournament presented by Project Putnam (previously Putnam Leadership 2024) to raise funds for a free Easter community event on Saturday, Apr. 19, also at the golf course. $400 entry fee per foursome. Call Diane Carter at 404 408-2248 or AJ Nugent at 706-473-2079 to register or with any questions. Prizes to tourney winners.
What: Butler-Baker Luncheon of Remembrance When: Noon start Where: Butler-Baker Legacy Hall, 403 Alice Walker Dr., Eatonton More Info: Join us for an old-time school reunion, this year honoring the Classes of 1965 and 1975 on their 60th and 50th reunions, respectively. Tickets again $40 and a full meal will be served. Contact Annie at 706-473-3602, Sandra at 706-473 0508, or Thelma at 706-816-6870 for tickets or information.
What: Beginner-friendly Painting Class When: 10 a.m. to noon Where: The Artisans Village Art Gallery, 110 W. Marion St., Eatonton More Info: April Hendricks will lead Keep Calm and Carrot On!, a beginner-friendly class. This one will be all about color and pure bunny fun. An 8x8 little treasure featuring a sweet bunny all wrapped up in a purple frame. All supplies will be provided, just bring your “hoppy” little self and leave with a ready-todisplay work of art. Register at theartisansvillage.org.
WEEKLY: TUESDAYS AND THURSDAYS
What: Lake Oconee Duplicate Bridge Club When: 1 p.m. Where: The Plaza Arts Center, 305 N. Madison Ave., Eatonton More Info: Join LODBC players from Milledgeville to Watkinsville each Tuesday and Thursday for American Contract Bridge League-sanctioned $6 games. ACBL Masterpoints awarded. All are welcome to join and play, no matter your age. Please arrive by 12:45 p.m. so directors can set up the game for a prompt start. Email lodbclub1@gmail.com for more information.
MARCH 27 & 28
What: The Wizard of Oz When: 7 p.m., doors open 6:30 p.m. Where: Gatewood School Theatre, 139 Phillips Dr., Eatonton More Info: The Gatewood Players present “The Wizard of Oz.”
Open to all. Adult tickets $10 at the door only, students free.
GREENE
SATURDAY, MARCH 22
What: Tracks to Trail Firefly Fest When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Where: Downtown Union Point More Info: Held in conjunction with the Firefly Trail Ticket to Ride, which starts at the Union Theatre at 9 a.m. Enjoy a street festival starting at 10 a.m. featuring local vendors, craft beer from Bruzze Brewing, food trucks, live music from the Tim Cadiere Band and John Dunn and the Jazzman, tours of the Historic Museum, and kids’ activities. The festival will also include an one-mile Firefly Trail “Walk to Wellness,” departing Union Pharmacy at 10 a.m. For more information, visit facebook.com/ share/1E4HWjHKuj/.
MARCH 26; APRIL 2, 9
What: Lenten Season Offerings When: 6:30 p.m. Where: Episcopal Church of the Redeemer, 303 N. Main St., Greensboro More Info: During the Lenten season, Redeemer will offer weekly healing services on Wednesdays at noon. On April 2, Redeemer will have a Celtic Communion Service with Labyrinth Walk in the parking lot of Alligoods, in front of the City of Greensboro government offices. For information visit greensborogaepiscopal.org or connect with Redeemer on Facebook, @theepiscopalchurchoftheredeemer, or call 706 453-7171.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 2
What: Contemplative Celtic Communion When: 6:30 p.m. Where: Episcopal Church of the Redeemer, 303 N. Main St., Greensboro More Info: Seeking a no-strings, no pre- or post-conditions church experience? Visit the first Wednesday of each month for a candlelit Christian service with gentle live music played on a piano, cello, or other “soft” instruments. Intentionally introspective, with periodic silences for meditation, reflection, and prayer. For more information call 707-453-7171 or email revbillcombs@gmail.com.
FRIDAY, APRIL 4
What: Troubadour Project When: 8-10 p.m. Where: Festival Hall, 201 N. Main St., Greensboro More Info: Troubadour recreates the music of the greatest rock classics from the 1970s. All proceeds benefit Circle of Love Center for domestic violence victims in Greensboro. Food trucks and cash bar available. Tickets $75, www.colinc.org/ troubadour-project-2025/.
MORGAN
THURSDAYSATURDAY, MARCH 2022
What: 23rd annual Madison Antiques & Fine Things When: Various times Where: The Hall on Foster Street, 513 Foster St., Madison More Info: Cocktail and Preview Party, Thurs., March 20, 6-9 p.m.; lectures and interactive discussions in Madison-Morgan Cultural Center theater, Fri. and Sat., 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. each day. Tickets at madisonantiquesandfinethings.org/purchase-tickets. For information visit madisonantiquesandfinethings.org, or contact MMCC at 706-342-4743.
SATURDAY, MARCH 29
What: Twilight Kayak Tour When: 6-8 p.m. Where: Hard Labor Creek, 5 Hard Labor Creek Rd., Rutledge More Info: Ranger-led kayak tour on Lake Rutledge as the sun sets. Also visit Bald Eagle site. $20 with your craft, $25 with rental, $5 parking. Preregister: 706-557-3001.
What: Stargazing Paddle When: 8-10 p.m. Where: Hard Labor Creek, 5 Hard Labor Creek Rd., Rutledge More Info: On a new moon night, the stars are extra bright over Lake Rutledge, and the Milky Way is visible on this ranger-led kayak tour. $20 with your craft, $25 with rental, $5 parking. Preregister: 706-557-3001.