OF COMMUNITY EVENTS
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FRIDAY, NOV. 4
What: First Friday Touch-a-Truck
When: 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: Downtown Milledgeville
More info: First Fridays are a monthly fun & festive event with live music, face painting, and activities for the young as well as young at heart. Participating First Fridays merchants, restaurants, cultural venues and nightlife hotspots stay open late, present special events, and offer discounts on the first Friday of every month making downtown Milledgeville an ideal destination for an evening out.
SATURDAY, NOV. 5, 12, 19
What: Ghosts of Milledgeville Walking Tour
When: 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Where: 200 West Hancock Street
More info: Hear about Milledgeville’s spooky and sinister past during the Ghosts of Milledgeville Walking Tours. Join us for a guided walking tour of some of Milledgeville’s hauntings throughout downtown. To join the tour, prepurchase tickets in advance by calling 478-452-4687 or in person at the Milledgeville Visitors Center. Tickets are $12.’
TUESDAY, NOV. 8, 15
What: Grief Share Small Group
When: 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: 385 Log Cabin Drive
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.
WEDNESDAY, NOV. 9 - 13
What: Legend of Georgia McBride
When: 7:30 p.m. (Nov. 9-12); 2 p.m. (Nov. 13)
Where: GCSU Campus Black Box Theatre
More info: Enjoy the Legend of Georgia McBride at the Campus Black Box Theatre. Meet Casey, a soon-to-be father who is looking to make ends meet after being fired from his job of being an Elvis impersonator. He must quickly learn about show business and find himself through it all.
FRIDAY, NOV. 11
What: Veterans Day Parade
When: 11 a.m.
Where: 201 East Greene Street
More info: Georgia Military College will be hosting their annual Veteran’s Day Parade in honor of all veterans.
SUNDAY, NOV. 13
What: Health Seminar on Preparing for the next Pandemic
When: 3-5 p.m.
Where: Allen’s Market, 101 West McIntosh St., Milledgeville
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.
SUNDAY, NOV. 20
What: Storytelling at Allen’s Market
When: 2:30 p.m. to 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.
NOV. 20-22; NOV. 19-DEC. 21
What: Christmas at the Mansion
When: 2-4 p.m. (Sunday); 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Monday & Tuesday)
Where: 120 South Clark Street
More info: Take a step back in time and discover holiday traditions passed down from our city’s earliest families as Georgia’s Old Governor’s Mansion is transformed with 19th-century era Holiday decor. Tours are on the hour. Join an evening tour of the Mansion with candles lit and choirs singing in the rotunda. Candlelight tours are at 6 p.m., 7 p.m., and 8 p.m. on December 3rd and 17th, 2022. Normal admission rates apply and reservations are required for the candlelight tours. Make sure to join the mansion for one of the most wonderful times of the year!
PUTNAM
SATURDAY, NOV. 5
What: 2nd annual Ghost Hunting in Eatonton
When: 6:30 p.m.
Where: Georgia Writers Museum; 109 S. Jefferson St.; Eatonton
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.)
What: Putnam County Christian Learning Center Car Show
When: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. (Rain or shine!)
Where: 100 S. Jefferson St., Eatonton (behind courthouse)
More Info: Pre-registration by Oct. 21 $25; day-of-show registration by 11 a.m. $30; awards at 1:30 p.m. Guaranteed trophies for Best Ford, Best Chevy, Best Mopar, Best Paint, Best Chrome, Best Interior and Best Engine. Best of Show receives trophy and $1,000; People’s Choice receives trophy and $500. Send email to putnamcountyclc@gmail.com
What: Jewelry Making II Class When: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: The Artisans Village Art Gallery, 110 W. Marion St., Eatonton
More info: Learn new techniques and intermediate designs to build on your knowledge of basic jewelry construction. Instructor: Becky Sherrell. For more info and to register visit, theartisansvillage.org/classes.
What: Big Gospel Concert
When: 6 p.m.
Where: Putnam County Middle School, 140 Sparta Hwy., Eatonton
More info: Community concert featuring The United Sons, Putnam County Gospel Ensemble, Union Baptist Church Choir, and many more. Refreshments served. Free admission, but donations gratefully accepted.
What: Inaugural Glow Golf Ball Tornament When: 3-8 p.m. (4 p.m. shotgun start)
Where: Uncle Remus Golf Course, 120 Hambone Holle Drive, Eatonton
More info: Two-person teams with 18 teams available. $60/ player; $40/URGC members; includes 18 holes of golf (9 played in daylight, 9 at night), food, and glow balls. UGA vs. TN game on the big screen outside, stay after golf to watch the end!
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.
NOV. 6-13
What: Vatican International Eucharistic Miracles Exhibit
When: Nov. 6, 3:30-6 p.m.; Nov. 7-11, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 6-8 p.m.; Nov. 12, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; 6-7:30 p.m.; Nov. 13, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Christ Our King and Savior Catholic Church (Social Hall), 6341 Lake Oconee Pkwy., Greensboro
More info: See 2’ X 3.5’ educational panels on churchapproved Eucharistic Miracles throughout history. Books available for purchase. All faiths welcome.
TUESDAY, NOV. 8 (2ND TUESDAY EACH MONTH)
What: Grief Support Meeting
When: 7-8 p.m.
Where: Peaceful Purpose Hospice of Georgia (meeting at Putnam Chamber of Commerce office, 108 W. Marion St., Eatonton).
More info: You don’t have to go through the grieving process alone. Join Peaceful Purpose Hospice of Georgia’s caring group of people who will walk alongside you through one of life’s most difficult experiences during their grief support held on the second Tuesday of each month.
THURSDAY, NOV. 10
What: Gifts from the HeART - Opening Reception
When: 5-7:30 pm
Where: The Artisans Village Art Gallery, 110 W. Marion St., Eatonton
More info: Join us for an evening reception and kick-off for our Holiday Gift Giving event, Gifts from the HeART. We’ll have all our new holiday items on display and available for sale. Come enjoy a glass of wine while you start your holiday shopping! Don’t miss out on the best selection of handmade items. There’s no better gift than those made by local artists with lots of love. For more details visit our website at, theartisansvillage.org/holiday_2022/
FRIDAY, NOV. 11
What: Veterans Day Ceremony
When: 11 a.m.
Where: Putnam County Veterans Wall of Honor Park, 306 W. Marion St. Eatonton
More info: The American Legion Post 583 and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6686 cordially invites all veterans, family members, citizens and guests to the annual Veterans Day Ceremony held at the Putnam County Veterans Wall of Honor.
What: Master’s Series Class - Berthe Morisot When: 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Where: The Artisans Village Art Gallery, 110 W. Marion St., Eatonton
More info: The second Masters Series class focuses on Berthe Morisot. It’s not a name that’s as recognizable as other great impressionist artists such as Monet, Degas, or her brother-in-law, Manet, but she was every bit as talented. This class is open to all artistic abilities, from novice to advanced! Instructor: April Hendricks. For more info and to register visit, theartisansvillage.org/classes.
SATURDAY NOV. 12
What: Eatonton Mistletoe Market
When: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Putnam County Courthouse, 100 S. Jefferson Ave., Eatonton
More info: Join Eatonton Main Street on the courthouse lawn for a fun day of shopping! More than 100 Arts & Crafts vendors will be selling their best items for Christmas, so you don’t want to miss this event! There will also be a live demonstration from chainsaw artist Chris Lantz of Extreme Sculpting.
What: TAKE3 Trio
When: 7-9 p.m.
Where: The Plaza Arts Center, 305 N. Madison Ave., Eatonton
More info: With a flair for the wild and unexpected, the genredefying TAKE3 brings the refinement of a rigorous classical music background and infuses it with rock-star charisma. Tickets start at $25 and are available at plazacenter.org.
NOV. 18-20
What: 9-5: The Musical
When: Nov. 18-19, 7 p.m.;Nov. 20, 2:30 p.m.
Where: The Plaza Arts Center, 305 N. Madison Ave., Eatonton
More info: Based on the famous 1980 movie starring Dolly Parton, 9-5: The Musical is a joint production of the Lake Country Players and Plaza Alliance for the Performing Arts.
SATURDAY, NOV. 19
What: Holiday Door Hanger Wreaths
When: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: The Artisans Village Art Gallery, 110 W. Marion St., Eatonton
More info: Let’s put together beautiful new decor for your front door! These wooden door hangers are different, fun, colorful, and can be fairly simple to make and personalize yourself. Instructor: Debra Casebere. For more info and to register visit, theartisansvillage.org/classes.
NOV. 25-27
What: Annual Holiday Open House Weekend
When: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: The Artisans Village Art Gallery, 110 W. Marion St., Eatonton
More info: Enjoy special treats, holiday decor, and festive music as you shop our selection of beautiful hand-made gift items. PLUS your chance to meet the artists! We’ll have a variety of different local artists showing their skills with live demonstrations every day. Find something special for that hard-to-buy-for person. Shop local this season and give back to the community. For more details visit our website at, theartisansvillage.org/holiday_2022
MONDAY, NOV. 28
What: Working With Citrus Trees in the Local/Lake Area
When: 9:30 a.m. social, 10 a.m. business meeting, 11 a.m. presentation
Where: Greensboro Garden Club, Basement Entrance, First United Methodist Church, 4741 Carey Station Road, Greensboro
More info: Presented by Tom McLendon; call Vickie Haney at 770-826-6134