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FRIDAY, 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!
What: Conflict Management Course When: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Where: Chappell Hall, room 105 More info: The course covers negotiation theory and managing interpersonal, business and organizational conflict. Instructor Harold Tessendorf has created and delivered negotiation and mediation training courses in various countries with a specialization in Conflict Resolution from Nelson Mandela University in South Africa and a Master of Science Degree in Community Economic Development from Southern New Hampshire University. In addition, Harold received training from U.S. conflict management programs, including the famed Harvard Negotiation Project. Sign up at https://coned3.gcsu. edu/wconnect/ace/CourseStatus.awp?&course=23295101 or call Nancy Finney for more information at 478-445-2762.
SATURDAY, OCT. 15
What: We Sing When: 7:30 p.m. Where: First Baptist Church on Liberty Street More info: “We Sing” features pieces that were written to express the thoughts and feelings of humanity; these include arrangements of protest songs, folksongs, African American spirituals, sea chanties and more. Women’s Ensemble, University Chorus and Max Noah Singers will perform settings from countries such as the U.S., Kenya, Korea, Latvia, New Zealand and Singapore. A $5 donation is encouraged. All proceeds benefit music scholarships or the GC Department of Music through GCSU Foundation, Inc. For more information, please email music@gcsu.edu or call 478-445-8289. .
OCT. 18, & 25
What: Grief Share Small Group When: 6:30-8 p.m. Where: 385 Log Cabin Drive - Follow signs More info: Everyone in our community who is coping with the loss of a loved one is welcome to participate in New Life’s on-campus Grief Ministry. GriefShare materials provide an effective combination of counselors and testimonials on video along with small group sharing and workbooks to help in your journey. Six sessions will be offered in October and November.
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.
FRIDAY, OCT. 28
What: Night in Da Ville When: 6 p.m. Where: Powell Building, Central State Hospital More info: Celebrate Halloween at Central State Hospital, with fun for all ages! Festivities include a Trunk or Treat for kids, a haunted trail ride, a haunted house theater, food from vendors, live entertainment, and more! Attendees must register in advance at PayPal.Me/INDAVILLE.
OCT. 27-29
What: All Shook Up: The Musical When: 7 p.m. Where: Goldstein Center for Performing Arts More info: All Shook Up is a heartwarming story following the arrival of Chad in a small midwestern town with a guitar on his back. The town begins to embrace his sound, although the conservative mayor is against him. Music by Elvis, inspired by Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night.
SATURDAY, OCT. 29
What: Death: After Dark When: 6 p.m. & 7 p.m. Where: Georgia’s Old Governor’s Mansion More info: These specialty tours focus on the deathways of the 19th century. They are intended for mature audiences and may not be suitable for young children. In accordance with social distancing guidelines and safety protocols, tour sizes will be limited and advanced ticket purchases are required. Tickets are $12 for adults, $8 for seniors and $4 for students. Please call 478 445-4545 to reserve your spot for this after-dark Mansion tour! What: Family Fun Day When: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Where: Highway 441 South, 1534 Irwinton Road More info: Come join the Lockerly staff and volunteers for a day of interactive activities for the whole family. This event is free and open to all ages! Activities for the day will include hay rides, kids-nclay, fun with microscopes, guided hikes, animal tracks and more.
EACH FRIDAY IN OCTOBER
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, NOV. 6
What: Health Seminar: Preparing for the next Pandemic When: 3-5 p.m. Where: Eatonton Old Waterworks Community Center Hwy 44 More info: Learn about the history of pandemics and what we have learned, natural remedies, the benefits of a plant based diet, eight natural doctors, how traditional medicine and natural medicine can work together. For more information, please call Lillie Hill at 706-453-7756 or email excelladc@gmail.com. Sponsored by the Eatonton Seventh Day Adventist Church and Excell Adult Day Care Center.
EACH SATURDAY AND SUNDAY IN OCT.
What: Hay Rides When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Where: Unity Grove Farm, 257 Hwy. 212, Eatonton (red buildings and welcome signs)
More info: Come for a hay ride ($5 each), but make sure to visit the onsite store featuring farm-fresh honey, pecans, pumpkins and goat milk, as well as handicrafts and tea supplies. The Kinderhook Fire Association also will be barbequing pork and turkey Oct. 15 ($15/plate). Call 404-831-2807 for more information.
EACH SATURDAY IN OCT. AND NOV. 5
What: 2nd annual Ghost Hunting in Eatonton When: 6:30 p.m. Where: Georgia Writers Museum; 109 S. Jefferson St.; Eatonton, GA More Info: Denise Rolfe, author of Ghosts and Legends of Charleston and director of the Southeastern Institute of Paranormal Research will lead paranormal investigations of several locations across downtown Eatonton. Over 250 people from around the state attending the Ghost Hunting last year. $45 fee; contact GWM georgiawritersmuseum.org to register. ($20 discount if registering for both Ghost Hunting and Wine and Crime.)
SATURDAY, OCT. 15
What: Call for Artists! - Gifts from the heART Show and Sale When: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Where: The Artisans Village Art Gallery, 110 W. Marion St., Eatonton More info: The Artisans Village Gallery is accepting locally made, handmade items and fine artwork for its holiday show, available for sale at $100 or less with gift-giving in mind. Artists may either complete the online form or drop off samples of artwork at the gallery per the schedule and dates posted above. The application or samples must be received by Oct. 15. Artists that are accepted into the show must drop off inventory between Oct. 26-29, during regular gallery hours. Find more information at theartisansvillage.org/holiday_2022/ What: Survivors Day Walk When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: Zion Covenant Church, 402 S. Oak St., Eatonton More info: Walk in support of Survivors Day (Oct. 20), for all who are surviving cancers, infant/pregnancy loss, domestic violence, gun violence, mental health issues, Covid, financial restraints, heart disease, and more. Vendors on site. Call 678-477-8203 for information.
What: Drawing Skills I When: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Where: The Artisans Village Art Gallery, 110 W. Marion St., Eatonton More info: Drawing Skills I is a hands-on class focusing on composition, using a grid approach, the Rule of Thirds, Perspective 1 and 2, understanding ellipticals, drawing from still life, and guidelines for drawing. Instructor: Gail Vail. For more info and to register visit, theartisansvillage.org/classes.
SUNDAY, OCT. 16
What: Homecoming at Central United Methodist Church When: 10:30 a.m. Where: Central Road off Brown Chapel Road More info: Special music and fellowship. Covered dish lunch in Fellowship Hall after services.
TUESDAY, OCT. 18
What: Growing Micro Greens Indoors When: 2-4 p.m. Where: Putnam County Extension Office, 663 Godfrey Rd., Eatonton More info: Micro greens add color, flavor and nutrition to salads and the dinner plate. They are easily grown indoors year round. Please call to register for this free program at 706-485-4151 and learn how to easily grow and harvest your own micro greens.
SATURDAY, OCT. 22
What: Intermediate Acrylic Painting Class When: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Where: The Artisans Village Art Gallery, 110 W. Marion St., Eatonton More info: We will learn about composition and color theory. Bring a photo with you that you want to paint and we will apply what we have learned to your painting. Instructor: Linda Foster. For more info and to register visit, theartisansvillage.org/classes.
SATURDAY, OCT. 22, OCT. 29
What: Craft Days When: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: Eatonton-Putnam County Library More info: 706-485-6768
SATURDAY, OCT. 29
What: Fall at Stepback When: 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Where: Stepback, 176 Dennis Station Rd., Eatonton More info: Come celebrate the fall season at Stepback, an 1850 to early-1900s community featuring working demonstrations at a sawmill, blacksmith shop, grist mill, water-wheel mill, and syrup shed. Tour the Stepback village furnished throughout with period antiques and chat with the general store manager, the schoolmarm, the miller and his wife. Also enjoy old-time singing in the church, cross-cut sawing, complimentary refreshments, and yes, the boiled peanut man will be there, too. No admission fee, but donations will be accepted for local needy children this Christmas. For more information call Roger at 706-473-1379.