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BALDWIN

UNTIL JUNE 24

What: Mini Millys When: Saturdays (9-9:30 a.m.) Where: Main Campus in the Health Sciences Building, Third Floor Movement Lab More info: Led by Lindsey Desantis; $15 per month. This is a high-energy class designed for children 18 months to 5 years of age with hands-on activities, games, and exercises packed into every session. To register, call 478-445-5277.

JUNE 26 - 29

What: Little Bobcats Softball Camp When: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Where: GC West Campus Softball Field More info: For girls, ages 5-12, this clinic will focus on several aspects including positional work, drill work, fundamental skill sets, hitting, base running and defensive play. Please note that this camp includes pool in the afternoons. Lunch will not be provided. A waiver of liability and emergency contact form are required. Cost is $200. Register by visiting summercamps.gcsu.edu/athletics.

UNTIL JUNE 27

What: Hatha Yoga When: Tuesdays (6-7 p.m.) Where: Main Campus in the Health Sciences Building, Third Floor Movement Lab More info: Yoga is led by Heidi Mead and is $30 per month. Hatha Yoga is a method of uniting the mind to body through breathing techniques and a series of gentle movements. To register, call 478-445-5277.

SUNDAY, JUNE 28

What: Moms Meetup: Walks n Talks When: 7 p.m. Where: Hospital Track Picnic Area More information. To sign up visit https://tinyurl.com/MillyMoms.

JUNE 28 & 29

What: Children’s “Let’s Make Music” Class When: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. or 1:30-4:30 p.m. Where: Allen’s Market (101 West Mcintosh Street) More info: Hosted by Billy Jonas, in partnership with Allied Arts, children can create instruments with household materials, learn about songwriting, and learn to play as an ensemble. The class is open to ages 5-11 and costs $35. Register at milledgevillealliedarts.com.

3RD FRIDAY MONTHLY

What: Learning in Retirement When: 11:15 a.m. Where: Freedom Church, 500 Underwood Rd., Milledgeville More Info: An informative speaker will talk while lunch is served. Lunch is $15. Speakers cover a variety of interesting and thought-provoking topics. Periodically, there will also be area tours via carpool or bus. For more information contact Wanda Zvanut at 404-259-8771.

SATURDAY, JULY 1

What: Milledgeville Fireworks More info: The City of Milledgeville will present the Independence Day Firework Celebration on July 1 just after dark on the campus of Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC). The parking lot at the campus will be closed off for the event. Suggested viewing areas for the fireworks include Walter B. Williams Park and the parking lot of the Board of Education.

FRIDAY, JULY 7

What: “Thank you for your service” Exhibit When: 2-4 p.m. Where: The Marlor House More info: Allied Arts will be displaying art by military veterans from the Georgia War Veterans Home to honor them for their service from July 7-21st. Stop by to support your local vets and thank them for their service! Opening Reception for the exhibit is on July 7 from 2 - 4 p.m. The contributing artists from the Georgia War Veterans Home will be present at this event.

What: Milly Market When: 4-7 p.m. Where: 222 E Hancock St. More info: The market includes locally grown produce, fresh blueberries, honey, eggs, herbs, live music, and more!

JULY 10-14

What: Peewee Basketball Camp When: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Where: GC Wellness Center More info: Open to ages 5-12, this fun camp is designed for developing young players who want to improve their basketball skills and learn the rules of the game. The morning sessions will involve learning skills for all levels of players while the afternoons are filled with actual games. We will also be going to the pool, so don’t forget a swimsuit and towel. Lunch will not be provided, so please make sure to pack one. Cost $205. Register by visiting summercamps.gcsu.edu/athletics.

JULY 17-21

What: Songwriting Camp When: 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Where: Health Sciences Movement Lab More info: Open to musicians of all levels, this program will give campers the opportunity to express themselves through songwriting. They will get to learn basic songwriting techniques and how to use digital audio workstations and MIDI programming and recording. Camp is open for 5th through 8th graders and costs $200. Fees include one snack per day, pool time, and structured activities related to music each day. Learn more and register for camp at summercamps.gcsu.edu/songwriting-camp.

What: Youth Soccer Camp When: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Where: GC West Campus Soccer Field More info: Open to ages 5-12 and costs $125. Work on fundamental skills in soccer, learn the rules and play fun games. Register by visiting summercamps.gcsu.edu/athletics.

SATURDAY, JULY 22

What: GC Soccer ID Camp When: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Where: GC West Campus Soccer Field More info: This one-day camp is for girls grades 9-12 interested in showcasing their skills and playing soccer at the next level. The Bobcat ID Camp is open to all prospective studentathletes, giving them an important opportunity to gain nextlevel recognition for their talents and skills. Camp costs $125. Register by visiting summercamps.gcsu.edu/athletics.

JULY 24-27

What: Youth Baseball Camp When: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: John Kurtz Baseball Field More info: For ages 5-12 and costs $150. We will work on the fundamentals of baseball and playing games. This camp is for players of all skill levels and will be geared around having fun. Register by visiting summercamps.gcsu.edu/athletics.

THROUGH JULY 28 (CAMPS THROUGHOUT THE SUMMER!)

What: Kids’ University at Georgia College When: 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (Mon-Fri) Where: Georgia College West Campus More info: Summer just wouldn’t be the same without the excitement and adventure of Kids’ University! This year, the spirit and tradition of Kids’ University day camp continues with a summer full of games, outdoor fun, swimming, arts and crafts, and new friendships. Campers will have daily opportunities to learn and have incredible amounts of FUN through learning, exploratory, and recreational activities. Planned activities for each theme will be age-appropriate, varying in content based on the age of the child. Register for your camp by visiting summercamps.gcsu.edu/kids-u.

SATURDAY, JULY 29

What: Full Moon Float When: 8:30 p.m. Where: Oconee Outfitters More info: Experience kayaking the Oconee River by the light of the full moon. Rentals are available for $55/single kayak, or $90/tandem kayak or canoe. Shuttle only for personal boats is $15/single kayak, or $25/ tandem. Call Oconee Outfitters to make your reservations.

AUG. 1

What: Baseball Prospect Camp When: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Where: John Kurtz Field More info: For rising 9th through 12th graders and costs $165. The camp will include a pro-style workout, defensive and offensive instruction, and a competitive game to finish up the day. Lunch is not provided. Register by visiting summercamps.gcsu.edu/athletics.

PUTNAM

SATURDAY, JUNE 24

What: Save Jimmy Davis Park March & Rally When: 11 a.m march; 12 p.m. rally Where: Jimmy Davis Park, 125 Hogan Blvd., Eatonton More Info: A new chapter in the long fight to save Jimmy Davis Park will continue with a march from the park to the Putnam County Courthouse for a rally on the courthouse lawn to show community strength and purpose, and celebrate early success with the county’s new commitment to the park. Speakers include Georgia NAACP President Gerald Griggs and Cynthia Davis, daughter of the late Jimmy Davis, Putnam County’s first Black council member.

What: 4th annual Poker Run on Lake Sinclair When: 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Where: Dennis Station Boat Ramp More info: $55 entry fee per player. Hosted by Georgia’s Old Capital Heritage Center at The Depot, the 4th annual Lake Sinclair Poker Run is a giant scavenger hunt on Lake Sinclair that begins at Dennis Station in Putnam County at 9:30 a.m. when players receive maps and instructions. A short briefing with a DNR representative follows at 9:45 a.m., before boats head out. Players follow their maps to specific locations around the lake, where they pick up a playing card. During the day they explore the lake, enjoy a cook-out on Goat Island prepared by Aubri Lane’s at The Club ($20 extra per player), meet new friends, and learn some local history. From 2-3 p.m., players return to Dennis Station, where they reveal their cards. Five-card poker rules apply, with the best hand winning $1,000 and $500 going to the runner-up. The event ends with a lakeside concert by Fall Line Rampbler! Visit tickettailor. com/events/georgiasoldcapitalheritagecenteratthedepot to register. All proceeds go toward the renovation of the CSH train depot for a Regional Heritage Center (thedepotga.org).

What: Crime & Wine When: 7 p.m. Where: Georgia Writers Museum, 109 S. Jefferson Ave., Eatonton More info: An evening of “Crime & Wine” returns to Georgia Writers Museum. This special edition of Crime & Wine: Cold Case Solved! features investigator Clay Bryant to speak about his newest book, The Cold Case Murder of Fred Wilkerson and be interviewed by Crime & Wine founder Sheryl McCollum. Tickets are $45 per person ($40 each for two or more). Visit Georgia Writers Museum online at georgiawritersmuseum.org to register and preorder a book.

What: Sexual Harassment/Assault Prevention Seminar When: 9-11 a.m. Where: Butler-Baker School, 403 Alice Walker Blvd., Eatonton More info: Come early for breakfast at 8:30 a.m., followed by a presentation by Jeffery Barker of KDB Consulting and Mentoring.

What: Beginning Jewelry Class When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: The Artisans Village Art Gallery, 110 W. Marion St., Eatonton More info: Have a string of beads you inherited or bought but don’t wear anymore? How about an earring that long ago lost its mate? Or maybe you just always wanted to make jewelry? In this class, you can turn those old treasures you can’t bear to part with into a new pair of earrings, a bracelet or necklace, or start from scratch and design and make your own new pieces. No experience required.

MONDAY, JUNE 26

What: Legislative Forum with Sen. Rick Williams When: 6-7:30 p.m. Where: Lake Oconee Lutheran Community Center, 1081 Hwy. 44, Eatonton More info: The Putnam County Republican Party (putnamcountyrepublicanparty.com) is hosting Georgia State Senator Rick Williams, who will discuss accomplishments of the 2023 legislative session and other important issues facing our state and county. Sen. Williams has represented Georgia’s 10th District since early this year after previously serving in the Georgia House of Representatives from 2017 to 2023. Contact PCRP’s Dale Bills at 209-814-3027 for details.

TUESDAY, JUNE 27

What: Greene County Toastmasters When: 6-7:15 p.m. Where: Training room at Lakeside Church, 5800 Hwy. 44 (Lake Oconee Parkway), Greensboro. We are also meeting via Zoom More Info: Currently holding hybrid meetings. To receive meeting link, please call President Kris Mapp at 706-347-3810, or Vice President Membership Joann Sheats at 706-342 1044. Greene County Toastmasters invites everyone who wishes to improve their public speaking ability and increase their confidence to join. Our mission is to assist members in learning and developing their communication skills.

EACH SATURDAY UNTIL SEPT. 16

What: Harmony Park Farmers Market When: 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Where: 100 Harmony Crossing, Eatonton More Info: Visit more than two-dozen local farmers and makers offering the best of Lake Country’s produce, meat, baked goods, arts and crafts. Rain or shine. For more information or vendor applications visit online at vharmonycrossing.com/farmersmarket.

SATURDAY, JULY 1

What: Introduction to Watercolors When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: The Artisans Village Art Gallery, 110 W. Marion St., Eatonton More info: Exploring different techniques in watercolor with the completion of one painting. Instructor Dana Thompson. For more info and to register visit theartisansvillage.org/classes.

SATURDAY, JULY 8

What: Downtown Getdown Concert When: 7-10 p.m. Where: City Center Stage, Eatonton More info: This free concert will include a live performance from The Vintage Vixens (hits from the 1960s and ‘70s). Bring your lawn chairs, coolers, and dancing shoes.

TUESDAY, JULY 18

What: Meet the Author with Katherine Reay When: 7 p.m. Where: Georgia Writers Museum, 109 S. Jefferson Ave., Eatonton More info: Georgia Writers Museum features Katherine Reay presenting her new book, A Shadow in Moscow. The event will be held starting at 11:30 a.m. at the museum and feature a floating banquet in downtown Eatonton before the presentation.

GREENE

TUESDAY, JUNE 27, 2023

What: Town Hall meeting with Congressman Mike Collins When: 6 p.m. Where: Lakeside Church, 5800 Lake Oconee Pkwy., Greensboro More info: Mike Collins represents the 10th Congressional District, including Greene and Putnam counties, and serves on several House Committees. Hear about recent and upcoming legislative issues in the U.S. Congress. Meeting will be interactive; bring your questions and concerns