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BALDWIN
UNTIL DEC. 20
What: Baldwin County Fire Rescue Toy Drive Where: Drop-off locations include Baldwin County Fire Stations, Exchange Bank in downtown Milledgeville, Baldwin County Courthouse, Century Bank More info: Baldwin Fire Rescue is collecting gifts for local children in need through a partnership with Kids Yule Love. To participate, deliver a new, unwrapped toy to designated drop-off locations. Donations will be accepted at drop-off locations until Dec. 12 and at fire stations until Dec. 20.
UNTIL DEC. 25
What: Reindeer Flight School When: 6-9 p.m. nightly Where: 101 Sportsman Circle, Milledgeville More Info: Santa will be available each Friday and Saturday, unless it’s raining.
FRIDAY, DEC. 20
What: Learning in Retirement When: 11:15 a.m. Where: Freedom Church, 500 Underwood Rd., Milledgeville More Info: Third Friday monthly, an informative speaker will talk while lunch is served. Optional lunch is $15. Speakers cover a variety of interesting and thought-provoking topics. Periodically, there will also be area tours via carpool or bus. For information visit online at cpe.gcsu.edu, or contact Wanda Zvanut at 404-259-8771, or Jocelyn Brownlow at 770-833-1217.
SATURDAY, DEC. 21
What: Candlelight Tour at the Mansion When: 6-9 p.m. Where: Georgia’s Old Governor’s Mansion (120 S. Clarke St.) More info: Special evening tour of the Mansion, with candles lit and choirs singing in the rotunda for a holiday warmth. Candlelight tours will start at 6 p.m., 7 p.m., and 8 p.m. For prices, contact Mansion staff.
WEDNESDAY, DEC. 25
What: Hanukkah Menorah Lighting When: 6 p.m. Where: Downtown Milledgeville More info: Celebrate the first night of Hanukkah with a menorah lighting ceremony. The event will take place on West Hancock Street in front of The Local Yolkal Cafe.
FEB. 319
What: Ocmulgee Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) volunteer training When: 1-4 p.m. Where: Putnam Administration Building, 117 Putnam Dr. in Eatonton More info: CASA volunteers serve as advocates for children in foster care, and volunteers are needed from all eight counties of the Ocmulgee Judicial Circuit (Baldwin, Greene, Hancock, Jasper, Jones, Morgan, Putnam and Wilkinson). For more information, please call 478-452-9170.
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, please email: WWMINmilly@gmail.com.
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
TUESDAY, DEC. 24
What: 25th Annual Christmas Eve Service When: 5 p.m. Where: All Angels Episcopal Church, 405 N. Jefferson Ave., Eatonton More Info: Join All Angels for its 25th annual Christmas Eve service. Celebrate the season with a beautiful candlelit ceremony. All are welcome and encouraged to attend.
TUESDAY, DEC. 31
What: Eatonton Elks New Year’s Eve Dance & Breakfast When: 8 p.m. start Where: Eatonton Elks Lodge, 135 Industrial Blvd., Eatonton More Info: Eatonton Elks Lodge invites all adults to its 2025 New Year’s Dance and Breakfast. Enjoy music by Party of Five, with a complimentary champagne toast and breakfast served at midnight. Elks membership not required for this event. Tickets $25 prepaid at the lodge, or $30 each if purchased online or at the door. To purchase online, visit the Eatonton Elks Lodge on Facebook for a Ticketleap-Events link.
FRIDAY, JAN. 10
What: E-PCOC Timeless Tribute Awards & Dinner When: 7-8:30 p.m. Where: The Livery Studio, 109 E. Marion St., Eatonton More Info: The Eatonton-Putnam Chamber of Commerce presents its annual recognition of outstanding local organizations and individuals in eight categories. Visit eatonton. com/annual-awards-dinner for tickets and more information. This will be a 1920s-themed event, so guests are welcome and encouraged to attend in period-correct attire. Tickets $75.
TUESDAYS, JAN. 14, 21, 28
What: A Matter of Balance Falls Prevention When: 10 a.m. Where: Eatonton-Putnam County Library 309 N. Madison Ave. Eatonton
More Info: If you or a loved one is concerned about falls, join this 8-week series to manage your concerns and reduce fall risk factors. Engage in simple exercises to increase strength and balance. Free to participants. Registration required. Call Nicole Gaither at the Middle Georgia Regional Commission at 888-548-1456 for more information.
THURSDAY, JAN. 30
What: Lake Country Photography Club Meeting When: 6 p.m. social hour; 7 p.m. program 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, FEB. 2
What: The LeFevre Quartet When: 6 p.m. Where: Crossroads Baptist Church, 106 S.
Wesley Chapel Rd., Eatonton More Info: A guiding force in the realm of Gospel Music, the all-male LeFevre Quartet has earned gospel music acclamations and numerous awards since 2005. Enjoy a dynamic performance by these ambassadors of faith through song in this free concert.
FEB. 319
What: Ocmulgee Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) volunteer training When: 1-4 p.m. Where: Putnam Administration Building, 117 Putnam Dr. in Eatonton More info: CASA volunteers serve as advocates for children in foster care, and volunteers are needed from all eight counties of the Ocmulgee Judicial Circuit (Baldwin, Greene, Hancock, Jasper, Jones, Morgan, Putnam and Wilkinson). For more information, please call 478-452-9170.
TUESDAY, FEB. 18
What: Southern Circuit Film Series: Home is a Hotel When: 7 p.m. Where: The Plaza Arts Center, 305 N. Madison Ave., Eatonton More Info: Free movie night featuring “Home is a Hotel,” a featurelength documentary filmed over five years that looks at housing inequality in San Francisco. It features five residents as they fight to remain housed through a reliance on a system of single-room occupancy hotels. This event is free to attend, but The Plaza asks attendees to sign up online at plazacenter.org before arrival.
THURSDAY, FEB. 27
What: Lake Country Photography Club Meeting 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.
THURSDAY, MAR. 27
What: Lake Country Photography Club Meeting 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.
GREENE
FRIDAY, DEC. 20
What: 3rd annual Blue Christmas Prayer Service When: 12 p.m. Where: Episcopal Church of The Redeemer, 303 N. Main St., Greensboro
More Info: This simple service includes silence, prayers, readings, gentle music, candlelight, and warm blankets for attendees who may participate at any level they feel comfortable. All are welcome to this free event. For information call 706-453-7171 or email revbillcombs@gmail.com.
MONDAY, DEC. 23
What: Greensboro Garden Club Meeting When: 9:30 a.m. social, 10 a.m. business, 11 a.m. program Where: First United Methodist Church, 4741 Carey Station Rd., Greensboro
More Info: Contact Vickie Haney at 770-826-6134 or vhaney1997@gmail.com for payment information. Greensboro Garden Club meets on the fourth Monday of each month, September through May. Public welcome to attend. Use church basement entrance.
WEDNESDAY, JAN. 8
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 (second Wed. in Jan. only) 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.
SATURDAY, JAN. 25
What: LCBA Introduction to Beekeeping When: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Where: Sparta-Hancock County Library, 8984 E. Broad St., Sparta More info: Join the Lake Country Beekeepers Association (LCBA) for an introductory course on everything to consider before keeping honey bees. Registration $25 per person/family includes 2025 LCBA membership. Children under 16 free but
must be accompanied by an adult. To register or for more information contact LCBA at lakecountrybees@gmail.com, Mary Lacksen at beeaoapiaries@gmail.om or 478-456-1049, or Bruce Morgan at 478-357-4029 or rbmorgan196@gmail.com.
WEDNESDAY, FEB. 5
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 (second Wed. in Jan. only) 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.