BALDWIN
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, THROUGH 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.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 2
What: Collecting the Past History Harvest Day When: 12-2 p.m. Where: Allen’s Market More info: Student interviewers will talk to community members to preserve their stories of Milledgeville-Baldwin County. Topics of interest include Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Memory Hill Cemetery, Lake Sinclair, McDade Grocery, Allen’s Market, Grist Mill / Hydro-electric Dam (Oconee River), Magnolia Bank (formerly Baldwin Hotel), Boddie High School, Corner of Wilkinson and Hancock (currently Baldwin County Courthouse), and First Presbyterian Church. If you are interested in participating, register at tinyurl.com/collectingthepast or call 478-445-0816 for more information.
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. Exhibit open Monday through Saturday.
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.
SATURDAY, APRIL 12
What: Collecting the Past History Harvest Day When: 12-4 p.m. Where: ArtHealthy Festival on Georgia College’s main campus More info: Student interviewers will talk to community members to preserve their stories of Milledgeville-Baldwin County. Topics of interest include Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Memory Hill Cemetery, Lake Sinclair, McDade Grocery, Allen’s Market, Grist Mill / Hydro-electric Dam (Oconee River), Magnolia Bank (formerly Baldwin Hotel), Boddie High School, Corner of Wilkinson and Hancock (currently Baldwin County Courthouse), and First Presbyterian Church. If you are interested in participating, register at tinyurl.com/collectingthepast or call 478-445-0816 for more information.
What: Oconee Valley Iris Assoc. Spring Show When: 1-4 PM Where: Northside Baptist Church, Social Hall, Milledgeville More Info: The Oconee Valley Iris Association, an affiliate of the American Iris Society, is having its annual Spring Flower Show. The community is invited to enter a bloom or arrangement in the morning (8:30- 10 a.m.) and view entries in the afternoon. Contact Cindy White at 478-232-7962 for details.
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.
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.
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
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.
THURSDAY, MARCH 27
What: An Evening in Eatonton When: 5-8 p.m. Where: Downtown Eatonton More Info: Visit downtown Eatonton for some late shopping and dining. Be sure to pick up a punch card at participating businesses and collect a punch after making a purchase of $15 or more at any of the businesses. Once receiving at least five punches on your card, turn in the card to be placed into a drawing for a gift basket filled with items from the downtown businesses.
What: Lake Country Photography Club 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.
SATURDAY, MARCH 29
What: Putnam County’s Women in History When: 11 a.m. Where: Sips 31024, 104 E. Marion St., Eatonton More Info: Posthumously honoring the life and contributions of centenarian Verlia Mae Lockhart, including book sale for Lockhart’s memoir, My Life, God’s Hands. All are welcome and encouraged to attend. Call Paula Moreland at 678-933-8558 for information.
What: Grace Lake Community Line Dancing When: 6-10 p.m. Where: The Livery Studio, 109 E. Marion St., Eatonton More Info: This is a free event but donations are welcome. All proceeds will benefit special needs families for an Easter celebration. We will have a DJ, dance instructor, and food order/ delivery options from local restaurants.
TUESDAY, APRIL 1
What: Meet the Author with Lydia Menzies When: 7 p.m. (doors open 6:30 p.m.) Where: Georgia Writers Museum, 109 S. Jefferson Ave., Eatonton More Info: Lydia Menzies, will present her new book, The Supper Club, and demonstrate creative ways to craft a spring event from decorations to dining. Following her presentation, Menzies will sign her book. A gourmet meal crafted by Chef Brent will be included. Tickets $40 per person at georgiawritersmuseum.org.
What: Lake Oconee Quilt Guild When: 9:30 a.m. Where: Lake Oconee Lutheran Church, 1089 Lake Oconee Pkwy., Eatonton
More Info: Social hour at 9:30 a.m., meeting at 10 a.m. Guild meetings are held first Tuesday of each month, Sept. to June.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 2
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 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.
FRIDAY, APRIL 4
What: Crime & Wine at the Museum When: 7 p.m. (doors open 6:30 p.m.) Where: Georgia Writers Museum, 109 S. Jefferson Ave., Eatonton More Info: Georgia Writers Museum partners with the Cold Case Investigative Research Institute to present Crime & Wine at the Museum. This is typically a sell-out event for true crime junkies and an experience that makes you the investigator. Your chief for the evening will be Law Enforcement Hall of Fame inductee Sheryl “Mac” McCollum, author of Cold Case: Pathways to Justice.
Tickets $40 per person at georgiawritersmuseum.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.
THURSDAY, APRIL 10
What: 4th annual Putnam County Government Fun Day When: 9:30-11:30 a.m. Where: County Admin Bldg., 117 Putnam Dr., Eatonton More Info: In honor of National County Government Month, Putnam County will be hosting its fourth annual Government Fun Day. This event will highlight effective county programs and raise public awareness about services provided by the county. Meet elected officials and county employees, see county vehicles up close, tour the administration building, free games and activities for kids, free Kona Ice, and enjoy a firstcome, first-served free breakfast.
SATURDAY, APRIL 12
What: Magnolia Market and Chalk Walk When: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Where: Putnam County Courthouse Square, Eatonton More Info: Visit downtown Eatonton for a fun day of shopping and art. Arts and crafts vendors will be selling their best items while artists create beautiful, one-of-a-kind pieces of chalk art on nearby streets. Chalk artists sign up by visiting forms.gle/FJvQ6jE3pVNuPrLD6. Vendors sign up by visiting DowntownEatonton.com/vendors.
What: Piedmont Amateur Radio Club Monthly Meeting When: 9 a.m. Where: Radio Tower Site, 234 N. Wesley Chapel Rd., Eatonton More Info: All ham radio operators and anyone interested in ham radio are welcome. Visit PARC online at k4par.org or email questions to k4par.club@gmail.com.
What: Ribs Cook-Off Competition When: 6 p.m. Where: Eatonton Elks Lodge, 135 Industrial Blvd., Eatonton More Info: Come early to watch cook-off teams in action and enjoy entertainment by DJ William Griffin. Cook-off plates $20 each and include BBQ ribs, baked beans, coleslaw, bread, dessert, and tea. All to-go and dine-in plates must be preordered by Apr. 4 (no plates sold at event). Cook-off teams must pre-register ($30 entry fee) by Mar. 28 to compete. Attendees and teams, call Connie at 706-485-8606 for more information or to order plates.
What: PGH Auxiliary Spring Pop-Up Fundraiser & Bakesale When: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Where: Putnam General Hospital, 101 Lake Oconee Pkwy., Eatonton
More Info: Jodi’s Accessories will be at PGH with hats, drinkware, t-shirts, accessories and more. The Auxiliary will have a bake sale with homemade goods during the pop-up sale.