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BALDWIN
FRIDAY, NOV. 3
What: First Friday: Touch a Truck When: 6-8 p.m. Where: Downtown Milledgeville More info: November’s First Friday features the Touch-ATruck contest presented by Beckham’s Used Cars and Five Star Automotive Group. First Fridays are a monthly fun and festive event with live music, face painting, and activities for the young as well as young at heart.
NOV. 3 & 4
What: Depot Deals Upscale Resale When: Nov. 3 1-5 p.m.; Nov. 4, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Where: The Depot at Central State Hospital (736 Broad St.) More information: Browse 6,000 sq. ft. of treasures including furniture (new and antique), rugs, accessories, lamps, framed art, pet supplies, clothing, toys, and games, and more. Proceeds support the renovation of The Depot for a regional Heritage Center. For more information, check Georgia’s Old Capital Heritage Center on Facebook or call 478-453-1803.
SATURDAY, NOV. 4
What: Fall Foraging on the Farm When: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Where: Andalusia Farm More info: Ever wondered about the plants you see on the trails? How to identify them? Are they edible? What uses do they have and what is the connection between flora and fauna? Program is geared toward adults and costs $35.
NOV. 8-12
What: Leveling Up When: 7:30 p.m. (Wed.-Sat.) & 1 p.m. (Sunday) Where: Georgia College Campus Black Box Theatre (200 N. Clark St.)
More info: Live play about three college roommates still living in the same house two years after graduation and spending more time playing video games than moving through the outside world. When a big fight sparks a competition among them to “get a real life,” all are propelled into the game of growing up. As the artificial stakes of the virtual world melt into real consequences, they discover adulthood may not be the hero quest they wanted, but perhaps it’s the one they need. Buy tickets by visiting bigtickets.com/events/gcsu/br.
NOV. 11-18, NOV. 28-DEC. 22
What: Christmas at the Mansion When: Tues-Sat, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sun, 2-4p.m. Where: Georgia’s Old Governor’s Mansion 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. Join an evening tour of the Mansion with candles lit and choirs singing in the rotunda. Candlelight tours are at 6, 7 and 8 p.m. Dec. 2 and 16. Normal admission rates apply and reservations are required for the candlelight tours.
SUNDAY, NOV. 26
What: Light up Lake Country When: 5:30 p.m. Where: Lake Oconee Church (1101 Village Park Drive, Greensboro) More info: Usher in the holiday season with the entire family at a one-of-a-kind Christmas tree lighting experience for all of Georgia’s Lake Country, featuring festive live music, beautiful holiday lights, photos with Santa, a Christmas kid-zone, flavorful food trucks, a magical Christmas tree towering nearly 40 feet tall, and other fun holiday surprises.
WEDNESDAY, DEC. 6
What: Chemical Monitoring at Champion and Tobler Creeks Where: Champion Creek (9-10 a.m.); Tobler Creek (10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.)
More info: Join us for Chemical Monitoring of Champion Creek out at Lake Laurel (Georgia College’s East Campus) and/or Tobler Creek at Andalusia Farm. No experience necessary. We will use Georgia Adopt-a-Stream methods to test temperature, dissolved oxygen, conductivity and pH of the stream all while enjoying the beauty of GC’s East Campus and Andalusia Farm. Register online at givepul.se/q7uw31.
EACH TUESDAY
What: Hatha Yoga When: 6 p.m. Where: Chappell Hall on GCSU Main Campus More info: Hatha Yoga is a method of uniting the mind to body through breathing techniques and a series of gentle movements. Through time and practice, Hatha Yoga can be a simple method for increasing our flexibility, balance, and strength, as well as a sense of calm, peace, confidence, increased energy, and the ability to find greater focus. The class costs $30.
EACH SATURDAY
What: Mini Millys When: 9 a.m. Where: Chappell Hall on GCSU Main Campus More info: High-energy class ($25) designed for children 18 months to 5 years of age with hands-on activities, games, and exercises packed into every session.
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.
PUTNAM
SATURDAYS THROUGH NOVEMBER
What: All Angels Nut Sale When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Where: Schremmer Auto Service, 200 S. Jefferson Ave., Eatonton More Info: Just in time for fall baking, the annual All Angels Nut Sale, featuring pecan halves and pieces, pralines, cashews and mixed nuts, offers one-pound bags at great value. Priced below local stores with all proceeds going to support local outreach programs by All Angels Episcopal Church in Eatonton. Beginning Oct. 21, All Angels will be selling nuts on Saturdays through November, including Nov. 11 on the courthouse lawn as part of the annual Eatonton Mistletoe Market.
THURSDAY, NOV. 2
What: City Candidates Forum When: 7 p.m. Where: The Plaza Arts Center, 305 N Madison Ave, Eatonton More Info: Meet the candidates for this year’s City of Eatonton elections on Nov. 7 for mayor, councilperson-at-large and councilperson combined Wards 2&3. All candidates have been invited; hear them discuss the issues and present their platforms. Light refreshments provided. Moderated by Ian Tocher, editor of The Eatonton Messenger.
SATURDAY, NOV. 4
What: Meet the Author: Johnathon Barrett When: 11 a.m., doors open 10:30 a.m Where: Georgia Writers Museum, 109 S. Jefferson Ave. More Info: Johnathon Barrett will be presenting his book, Cook & Celebrate, followed by a Tour of Kitchens in downtown Eatonton featuring bite-sized tastes of recipes from his cookbook. Guests will visit the Reid-Griffith House (c.1844), the Reid-Greene-Lawrence-Sichveland House (c.1855), the Judge Jenkins Estate (c. 1887), and the Gregory House (c.1935). Visit GWM online at georgiawritersmuseum. org or call 706-991-5119 for information or to register.
SATURDAY, NOV. 11
What: Eatonton Mistletoe Market When: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Where: Putnam County Courthouse, 100 S. Jefferson Ave. More Info: Join Eatonton Main Street on the courthouse lawn for a fun day of shopping with more than 100 local artsand- crafts vendors selling their best items for Christmas.
TUESDAY, NOV. 14
What: Peaceful Purpose Hospice Grief Support When: 7 p.m. Where: E-P Chamber of Commerce, 108 W. Marion St., Eatonton More Info: Our monthly grief support meetings are free and open to the public. Please come or bring a loved one to discuss coping with loss in ways that encourage personal healing and growth. Visit online at peacefulpurposehospice.com to learn more.
What: Lake Oconee Quilt Guild Meeting When: 10 a.m. (Coffee available at 9:30 a.m.) Where: Lake Oconee Lutheran Church, 1089 Lake Oconee Pkwy., Eatonton More Info: The community is invited to attend this special presentation of Quilts of Valor to five area veterans. There will be a Sew-in after the meeting. Those who want to participate should bring a lunch and a project to work on. It is a great way to meet our members, who are happy to provide help with any quilting or sewing issue.
NOV. 16-17
What: PGH Auxiliary Bake Sale When: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (or while goods remain) Where: Putnam General Hospital, 101 Lake Oconee Pkwy., Eatonton More Info: Just in time for the holidays, come by Putnam General Hospital Main Entrance to purchase your baked goods. For information, call Tracy Stickley at 706-923 2028 or send email to Tstickley@putnamgeneral.com.
SUNDAY, NOV. 26
What: Light up Lake Country When: 5:30 p.m. Where: Main lot of Lake Oconee Church (1101 Village Park Drive, Greensboro) (behind Dunkin’ Donuts) More info: Usher in the holiday season with the entire family at a one-of-a-kind Christmas tree lighting experience for all of Georgia’s Lake Country, featuring: festive live music, beautiful holiday lights, photos with Santa, a Christmas kid-zone, flavorful food trucks, a magical Christmas tree towering nearly 40 feet tall, and other fun holiday surprises.
THURSDAY, NOV. 30
What: Book Launch Party When: 5-7 p.m., doors open 6:30 p.m. Where: Georgia Writers Museum, 109 S. Jefferson Ave., Eatonton More Info: Local author Tara Rocker will introduce her new book, My Sweet Georgia Home Cookbook, published in September. Visit GWM online at georgiawritersmuseum. org or call 706-991-5119 for information or to register.
SATURDAY, DEC. 2
What: PGH Auxiliary Photos with Santa When: 8:30-11 a.m. Where: Putnam General Hospital, 101 Lake Oconee Pkwy., Eatonton More Info: PGH Auxiliary members are hosting a breakfast and pictures with Santa event, with tickets just $5 per child for photos. We will have Mr. and Mrs. Santa Clause onsite for photographs taken by Dr. Robert Betzel. There will also be a Santa Shop set up. Call Tracy Stickley at 706-923-2028 or send email to Tstickley@putnamgeneral.com for more information.
TUESDAY, DEC. 5
What: Meet the Author: Tony Barnhart When: 7 p.m., doors open 6:30 p.m Where: Georgia Writers Museum, 109 S. Jefferson Ave., Eatonton More Info: Tony Barnhart, former Atlanta Journal-Constitution
reporter and college football insider for CBS Sports, will present his just-released book, The 19 of Greene, about the 1970-’71 Greene County High School football team during its first year of integration. He has authored five previous books.
GREENE
SATURDAY, NOV. 4
What: Upscale Resale When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: Episcopal Church of the Redeemer, 203 N. Main St., Greensboro More Info: Shop for gently loved handbags and jewelry at unbeatable bargain prices. Every dollar spent will be making a difference in the community, as all proceeds will be donated to the Greene County and Putnam Christian Outreach Food Pantry. Call 706-453-7171 or send email to littlechurch2018@gmail.com with questions.
TUESDAY, NOV. 7 AND 14
What: Greensboro Writers’ Guild Meeting When: 1 p.m. Where: Episcopal Church of the Redeemer, 303 N.Main St., Greensboro More Info: Activity Center. Additional Zoom meetings are on the last Tuesday of each month at 1 p.m. For more information, contact Barb Griffiths at 706-485-2622.
NOV. 8
What: LEAD Lake Oconee Leadership Forum When: 4 p.m. Where: Luxury Lake Oconee Real Estate, 1011 Park Ln., Greensboro More info: At least six high-profile business leaders will make presentations at this free forum, on such topics as navigating cycles in the retail world, managing global vendors, and the impact of geopolitical events on worldwide markets. The event is open to the public and free of charge; however, reservations are required due to limited space. To reserve a seat, call 706-347-2625 or 706-818-8651.
NOV. 10-11
What: GBA Holiday Open House When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily Where: Shops of downtown Greensboro More info: The shops of Downtown Greensboro will be decorated for the holidays with new inventory, treats, and festivities for the annual Greensboro Business Association’s Holiday Open House, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday Nov. 10 and Saturday Nov. 11. Each store will be decorated for the holidays and many will offer snacks and drinks, too. Visit gbageorgia.com/gba-events for more information.
THURSDAY, NOV. 16
What: 9th annual Athens Academy Holiday Market When: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Where: Sinkwich Spartan Center, 1281 Spartan Lane, Athens More Info: With more than 80 vendors from across the Southeast, the 9th annual Athens Academy Holiday Market offers a variety of original, hand-crafted items, including jewelry, pottery, artwork, floral arrangements, soaps, artisanal food items, and more. Preview night Nov. 15, from 5-7 p.m. Admission is $5 for preview night; no admission fee for sale day Nov. 16. Send email to Athens Academy Communications Director Kelley Cuneo at kcuneo@athensacademy.org or call 706 433-2410 for more information.
What: Lake Country Beekeepers Association When: 6:30 p.m. Where: Sparta-Hancock County Library, 8984 E. Broad St., Sparta More info: We meet every 3rd Thursday of the month. Everyone welcome to attend our meetings. Bring your beekeeping questions and you will find many experienced beekeepers glad to help. Visit online at lakecountrybeekeepersassociation. com or call 706-444-5389 for more information.