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SEPT. 28 THROUGH OCT. 2
What: Medea Play When: (Sept. 28-Oct. 1, 7:30 p.m.; Oct. 2, 2 p.m.) Where: Russell Auditorium, 201 N Clarke St, Milledgeville More info: When Jason, Medea’s husband, abandons her and her two children to pursue a new life, Medea faces banishment and separation from her kids. She is granted one day’s grace and goes to destroy everything she holds dear. Recommended for mature audiences.
MONDAY, OCT. 3
What: “¡TANGO! Music of Astor Piazzolla” When: 7:30 p.m. Where: GCSU Max Noah Recital Hall More info: This event is in celebration of the 100th birthday of Argentinian composer and Tango master, Astor Piazzola. Guest artists are the Helton-Thomas Duo with saxophonist Jonathan Helton, celloist Steven Thomas and pianist Mariano Manzanelli. Helton and Thomas work in the School of Music at the University of Florida; and Manzanelli teaches in the Department of Musical and Sound Arts “Carlos López Buchardo” of the National University of the Arts in Buenos Aires. A $10 donation is encouraged. All proceeds benefit music scholarships or the GCSU Department of Music through GCSU Foundation, Inc. For more information, please email music@gcsu.edu or call 478-445-8289.
FRIDAY, OCT. 7
What: First Friday Wrestling Event When: 6-8 p.m. Where: Downtown Milledgeville More info: October’s First Friday features a family friendly wrestling event by the Georgia Independent Wrestling Alliance and Georgia Independent Professional Wrestling.
SATURDAY, OCT. 8
What: Comfy Funky Pumpkin Patch When: 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Where: 347 Horace Veal Road More info: Join Comfort Farms for fall fun at their Comfy Funky Pumpkin Patch. They will have pumpkins of all sizes, crafts, hayrides, the chance to feed the animals at the farm, and food prepared on the property. RSVP on Facebook so Comfort Farms staff can prepare accordingly. What: Full Moon Float When: 7 p.m. Where: Oconee Outfitters More info: Oconee Outfitter’s popular nighttime kayak events will depart the Oconee River Greenway, paddling to the Central State boat ramp. Kayak rentals are available for $35/single, or $60/tandem. Call Oconee Outfitters to make reservations and learn about the shuttle.
What: Bronco Daze When: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Where: 2949 Irwinton Rd More info: Bring your Bronco out for a day of fun out at South Creek. The event includes a Meet & Greet, Show & Shine, Obstacle Courses, and trails open throughout the event. Price is $5 a person.
What: Roaring ‘20s Murder Mystery Party When: 6 p.m. Where: Dungeons & Daiquiris, 125 S Wayne St, Milledgeville More info: Welcome the month of October with a Golden Age-themed murder mystery! Food and a drink are included with the ticket price, and costumes are strongly encouraged. Tickets are $20 for entree, food, and drink.
MONDAY, OCT. 10-14
What: Kids’ U at Georgia College Fall Break When: 7:45 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Monday through Friday) More info: Kids’ University is offering one week of fun for kindergarten through sixth grade where kids will wear clothes backwards, make funky socks, explore new places, and more. Special guests include a real scientist from Georgia College and a children’s fitness instructor to get us up and moving! They provide a snack, counselors who are passionate about elementary education, and all the fun props for a great time! The event is $115 for the week. Call 478-445-5277 to register.
THROUGH OCT. 13
What: New Faculty Exhibition Where: Ennis Hall, GCSU More info: An exhibit of artwork by new Georgia College & State University faculty members Seth Cook (photographer), Holden Head (mixed media) and Megan McNaught (painter) is in Leland Gallery at Ennis Hall. For more information, please contact the art department at 478-445-6088.
WEDNESDAY, OCT. 14
What: Wine & Cheese When: 3-7 p.m. Where: Marlor House, 201 N Wayne St, Milledgeville More info: Allied Arts’ take on celebrating the Day of the Dead and all manner of ancestors! We are looking for artists to decorate the Marlor House!
FRIDAY, OCT. 21
What: Thriller 5K When: 5 p.m. Where: Central State Hospital, 620 Broad Street, Milledgeville More info: Are you ready to run for your life and get your heart pounding? Join ZTA (and the zombies) as they host the frightfully fun Thriller 5K on Friday, Oct. 21. Kicking off at sunset in the Pecan Grove at the historic Central State Hospital campus, the Thriller 5K loops racers through the most historic and iconic points on campus. Runners beware: for a fun Halloween twist, zombies chase the racers around the 5K loop.
SATURDAY, OCT. 22
What: Deep Roots When: 10 a.m. to midnight Where: Milledgeville Main Street More info: Deep Roots is the highlight of Milledgeville’s fall events and each year we eagerly await its awesome music, tasty food, fun activities and the chance to gather with our people. Free admission includes the artist market, open car show, locals only stage, commercial corridor, food truck row, tiny tot land, kidzone vending area, and pop-up performances. The evening concert (30) and kidzone unlimited pass ($10) will require purchase.
SATURDAY, NOV. 20
What: Storytelling at Allen’s Market When: 2:30-3:30 p.m. Where: Allen’s Market, 101 E. McIntosh St., Milledgeville More info: Community members share stories that have influenced their lives and inspired their growth.
SATURDAY, OCT. 1
What: How to Write a Cookbook Workshop When: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Where: Georgia Writers Museum, 109 S. Jefferson St., Eatonton More Info: This workshop will be taught by Susan Puckett, a James Beard-nominated food journalist, author of several books and formerly the food editor for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution for nearly 19 years. $45 fee; contact GWM at georgiawritersmuseum.org to register.
SUNDAY, OCT. 2
What: Wesley Chapel Bicentennial Celebration When: 11 a.m. Where: Wesley Chapel United Methodist Church, 420 Sparta Hwy. More Info: All are invited to join the Wesley Chapel UMC congregation as they celebrate the church’s 200th anniversary. The worship service in the sanctuary will be followed by a barbecue dinner on the grounds outside under a tent. For more information, call 706-484-0907
UNTIL OCT. 3
What: Ferst Readers Fall Fundraiser and Raffle When: Drawing at 7 p.m. Where: Lake Oconee Bistro, 1130 Lake Oconee Pkwy., Eatonton More Info: 2 WAYS 2 WIN: Purchase a raffle ticket for $36 and you win (1) by sponsoring a young child to receive a book each month for a year, and you win (2) by having a chance at one of 20 prizes. Tickets can be purchased from any Ferst Greene or Putnam County community action team member, from Cathy Mize 478-454-7150, Diana O’Keefe 706-467-3765, or Carol Kuhn 443-867-2012. If you would like to adopt a reader without entering the raffle, visit: bit.ly/GreenePutnamAdoptaReader
EACH FRIDAY IN OCT. AND SATURDAY, OCT. 8
What: Crime and Wine experience When: 7 p.m. Where: Georgia Writers Museum, 109 S. Jefferson St., Eatonton More Info: Directed by Emmy-winning crime scene investigator Sheryl McCollum, each night attendees will attempt to solve real cold cases using a special “murder box.” McCollum is the author of Cold Case: Pathways to Justice and the founder/director of Cold Case Investigative Research Institute. $45 fee; contact GWM at georgiawritersmuseum.org to register. ($20 discount if registering for both Ghost Hunting and Wine and Crime.)
SUNDAY, OCT. 9
What: Sunday at the Museum lecture When: 2 p.m. Where: Old School History Museum at The Plaza Arts Center, 305 N. Madison Ave., Eatonton
More Info: Dr. W. Rawlings, retired physician and award-winning author, will share fascinating stories from his latest book,
Lighthouses of the Georgia Coast. He will be signing his books afterward. As always, the museum’s presentations are free, but donations are greatly appreciated. Light refreshments after the lecture. More updates available at: oldschoolhistorymuseum.org What: 22nd annual Taste of Eatonton When: 5-9 p.m. Where: The Plaza Arts Center More Info: The Taste of Eatonton is back and we have missed the food as much as we have missed the attendees! Visit tasteofeatonton.com for information on tickets, vendor, sponsorship, and car show registration information. Come join us and help celebrate small businesses, bring your appetite and join us for the area’s largest foodie event of the year! What: Blessing of the Animals When: 2-4 p.m. Where: All Angels Episcopal Church, 405 N. Jefferson Ave., Eatonton
More info: St. Francis, patron saint of animals, loved all creatures great and small. Bring your pets to All Angels to receive a blessing from the pastor and enjoy fellowship with other pet lovers. For information, phone or text to 713-409-9164.
TUESDAY, OCT. 11
What: Meet the Author, John Pruitt When: 7 p.m. (doors open at 6:30 p.m.) Where: Georgia Writers Museum; 109 S. Jefferson St.; Eatonton More Info: John Pruitt will be presenting on his book, Tell It True: A Novel based on the media response to the 1964 murder by the KKK of LTC Lemuel Penn and two other reserve officers near Athens and the trials that followed. $45 fee; contact GWM at georgiawritersmuseum.org to register.
FRIDAY, SEPT. 30
What: Stars, Stripes and Smiles When: 8 a.m. to 5p.m.; appointment required Where: Lake Oconee Dentistry, 1011 Parkside Main, Greensboro More Info: A free day of dentistry for all active and retired military members, as well as law enforcement, firefighter, DNR and EMS personnel. Patients do not have to be prior or current patients of Lake Oconee Dentistry or Lake Oconee Oral Surgery to receive treatment. Call 706-453-1333 to secure an appointment time.
SATURDAY, OCT. 1
What: Upscale Resale When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: Lake Oconee Community Church More info: Gently used handbags, many designer names.
Fashion jewelry for all occasions at Bargain Prices. We turn handbags and jewelry into cash and give it to Greene and Putnam County food pantries.
SAT.-SUN., OCT. 1-2
What: Accepting applications for Greene County Christmas Stocking Fund When: Saturday: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Sunday: 1:30-4:30 p.m. Where: Greensboro First United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, 202 W. Broad St., Greensboro
More info: Be prepared to complete a paper application in your car. Masks are required. Park in the church parking lot beside the church and go to the covered sidewalk beside the playground. To apply, you must either ave at least one child 13 years or younger living full time in your household or be 62 years or older as of Dec. 31; live in Greene County and meet income criteria; provide SSN or Tax ID number for everyone living in the household; provide total monthly household income. For more information, call 706-352-4223.
TUESDAY, OCT. 4
What: Blessing of the Animals When: 4 p.m. Where: The Episcopal Church of the Redeemer Memorial Garden, 303 N. Main St., Greensboro
More info: The event will celebrate the lives of Saints Francis and Clare, the lives of our precious pets, and all of creation. Please join us for this special blessing. Rain date: the following Sunday.