OF COMMUNITY EVENTS
SATURDAY, NOV. 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.
NOV. 19-DEC. 21; NOV. 20-22
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!
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. 29 & DEC. 4
What: Seeking Asylum
When: 3-6 p.m. (Nov. 29) & 2-4 p.m. (Dec. 4)
Where: The Just Imagine Cottage, 95 Depot Circle Dr., Milledgeville
More info: Over the past year, Milledgeville resident Jessica Whitehead has turned her talents to photographing poignant and moving images of Central State Hospital. Her exhibit, Seeking Asylum, will have 35 images on canvas of Central State Hospital. There is no admission to the exhibit; however, donations for the repair of the water damage to the Brown-Stetson-Sanford House will be gratefully accepted. Photographs will be available for purchase.
FRIDAY, DEC. 2
What: Evening with the Grinch
When: 6:30 p.m.
Where: Milledgeville Visitor’s Center
More info: Santa won’t be the only celebrity in town. The Grinch will be arriving in Milledgeville, dressed as Santa, to pose for pictures and to spread the holiday cheer. Meet the Grinch and decorate cookies. There will also be a little Christmas village for younger children to play in. This free event is the perfect opportunity to take pictures for your holiday cards.
FRIDAY, DEC. 2
What: First Friday: Merry Main Street
When: 6-8 p.m.
Where: Downtown Milledgeville
More info: It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas in downtown Milledgeville as preparations are made for the holiday season. The tree lighting will take place at 6:00pm on West Hancock Street in front of The Local Yolkal Cafe with the Honorable Mayor Mary Parham Copelan doing the honors. ! An addition to the Milledgeville Tree Lighting event, Milly Market will feature local small business owners selling Christmas gifts, decor, art, and more.
SUNDAY, DEC. 4
What: Kids’ U Holiday Festival
When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Magnolia Ballroom (across the street from the GCSU front campus)
More info: We’ll provide face painting, cookie decorating, games, crafts, party favors and even learn about snow! Bring the family to enjoy holiday activities before the parade and reconnect with your Summer and Fall break campers. We can’t wait to see you during the most wonderful time of the year. Order tickets at https://coned3.gcsu.edu/wconnect/ace/CourseStatus. awp?&course=23233701 or pay the day of the festival. It is $5 per child and children ages three and under get in free.
What: Christmas Parade
When: 3:30 p.m.
More info: Don’t miss Santa at the annual Milledgeville Christmas Parade. The parade starts at 3:30 p.m. through the streets of Downtown Milledgeville beginning at the South Gate of Georgia Military College to Elbert Street and down West Hancock before turning south toward Piggly Wiggly. This parade is presented by the Milledgeville Exchange Club.
DEC. 9 - 25
What: Reindeer Flight School
When: 6-9 p.m.
Where: 101 Sportsmans Club Road Northeast
More info: Walk through a winter wonderland in Baldwin County’s largest lights display! Reindeer Flight School cannot be completely seen from the road, plan to park and walk around through over 40,000 lights on trees, additional lights on snowflakes, wreaths, flying reindeer, and more on display. Photo opportunities are abundant and be sure to climb atop a life-size wooden reindeer. Santa sightings are possible nightly, but he typically appears on Friday and Saturday nights from 6-9 p.m. Admission is free to all but donations are greatly appreciated! The Reindeer Flight School is off 441, near Serenity Spa. Turn on Old Sportsman Club Road then the third street on the left. You cannot miss it! Lights and Santa do not appear in the rain.
DEC 9-11
What: GCSU’s “The Nutcracker”
When: 7 p.m. (9th & 10th), 2 p.m. (11th)
Where: Russell Auditorium
More info: Georgia College’s annual holiday dance extravaganza returns for its 25th year! Celebrate this festive tradition featuring dancers of all ages from the community dance and dance minor programs. Buy tickets at https://www.bigtickets.com/events/gcsu/br.
PUTNAM
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.
What: Pre-Plaza Dinner
When: Nov. 18-19, 5 p.m.; Nov. 20, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Dot 2 Dot Inn, 200 S. Washington St., Eatonton
More info: The Dot 2 Dot inn is offering pre-show dining for patrons of The Plaza Arts Center, during its Nov. 18-20 run of 9-5: The Musical. A three-course meal (two choices per course) prepared by a cordon bleu-trained chef is available at $45/per person (plus tax), with reservations starting at 5 p.m. prior to a 7:30 p.m. showtime Friday and Saturday at The Plaza, and a brunch set menu ($30/person) begins at 11 a.m. before Sunday’s 2:30 p.m. show start. Visit dot2dotinn.com for information or call 706-991 5030 or email dot2dotmanager@gmail.com to make reservations.
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.
What: Putnam Christian Outreach Harvest Time Fundraiser
When: 6-8:30 p.m.
Where: Rock Eagle, 350 Rock Eagle Rd., Eatonton
More info: Come to Rock Eagle and have dinner as part of Putnam Christian Outreach’s annual Harvest Time Fundraiser. Enjoy live music and dancing by members of the Arts Barn and bid on many valuable silent auction items. Tickets are $50 each and all proceeds benefit PCO food bank and client assistance programs. Call 706-485-4066 or visit pcoicares.com to purchase tickets.
What: Georgia Writers Museum Holiday Open House
When: 10 a.m. until 4 p.m.
Where: 109 S. Jefferson Ave., Eatonton
More Info: Put Georgia Writers Museum on your “must shop” stores list for Christmas gift giving, where we have plenty of themed holiday books and gifts available. Visit www. georgiawritersmuseum.org for more information.
NOV. 19, 26; DEC. 2, 9, 16
What: All Angels Church Annual Nut Sale
When: Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Nov. 12, Eatonton Mistletoe Market; All others, Schremmer Auto Service Center, 200 S. Jefferson Ave.
More info: Fall is here, the weather is turning cooler and it will soon be time to start holiday baking. We are offering pecan halves and pralines, walnuts, mixed-nuts and cashews. The one-pound bags are a great value, priced below local stores, and proceeds support community outreach programs of All Angels Church. For more information or to purchase nuts, please call 404-210-4979.
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
SATURDAY, DEC. 3
What: Scratchboard Holiday Ornament Class
When: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: The Artisans Village Art Gallery, 110 W. Marion St., Eatonton
More info: Try something new for the Holidays! Use clayboard, inks, and different techniques to create a keepsake ornament. No previous experience required. Instructor will provide tools as well as inks and brushes. Instructor: Barbara A. Lewis. For more info and to register visit, theartisansvillage.org/classes.
What: Mothers Against Crime Christmas Party
When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Putnam County Rec. Center, 140 Recreation Road, Eatonton
More info: Come to the Poole Recreation Center for a free Christmas party and clothing giveaway, with a cookout, games for the kids and several speakers providing inspirational and encouraging messages to our local youth. Plus, every kid attending, aged 4-18, will receive an age-appropriate Christmas present.
SUNDAY, DEC. 4
What: Christmas on the Avenue
When: 6 p.m.
Where: The Plaza Arts Center, 305 N. Madison Ave., Eatonton
More Info: Christmas on the Avenue is a combined choir and handbells from the Eatonton First Baptist Church, Eatonton First United Methodist Church and the Eatonton Presbyterian Church under the direction of Rev. Dr. Randy Brittain, Rev. John Cotton, and Sheridan Qualls. This year the choir will perform “Tidings of Joy” by Joseph Martin. The concert is free and open to the public.
TUESDAY, DEC. 6
What: “Meet the Author” with Stacy Willingham
When: 7 p.m., doors open at 6:30 p.m.
Where: Georgia Writers Museum, 109 S. Jefferson Ave., Eatonton
More Info: Stacy will be presenting on her New York Times bestselling book, A Flicker in the Dark, which recently was optioned by Oscar-winning actress Emma Stone’s production company to become a TV series. Cost is $45 ($40 each for two or more) and will include hors d’oeuvres and specialty drinks. Book signing after the talk. Visit www.georgiawritersmuseum.org for more information.
SATURDAY, DEC. 10
What: Eatonton Christmas Parade
When: 1-2 p.m.
Where: Downtown Eatonton
More Info: Once the parade departs Putnam County Elementary School (314 S. Washington Ave.), spectators can watch it pass along S. Jefferson Ave, then N. Jefferson Ave. before turning left onto W. Wayne St., left onto N. Madison Ave., right onto Marion, and left onto S. Washington, heading back to the school. After the parade, visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus for free photographs (with your own camera) at Eatonton City Center Stage, followed by a Christmas-themed movie at 5:30 p.m.