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BALDWIN
FRIDAY, APRIL 19
What: Autism Awareness Event When: 5:30-8 PM Where: Urban Arts Village 224 E. Walton St.
More info: The public is invited to this free event. There will be a range of activities for all ages to enjoy.
What: Milledgeville-Baldwin Golf Classic Tournament When: 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Where: The Club at Lake Sinclair, 3700 Sinclair Dam Rd. NE, Milledgeville More info: Join the Milledgeville-Baldwin Chamber of Commerce for its 29th annual Golf Classic at The Club at Lake Sinclair. Registration begins at 10:30 a.m. for a 12 p.m. shotgun start. Individual players $150 entry fee; foursomes $600. Call M-B Chamber’s Kara Lassiter at 478-453-9311 or email klassiter@milledgevillega.com for information.
What: The Milly Farmers Market When: 4-7 p.m.
Where: 222 E Hancock St.
More info: The market can include locally sourced and grown products, handmade natural household cleaning supplies, freshly baked bread and pastries, fresh eggs, locally raised meats, divinity, teas and herbs, and more!
The Milly Market is double EBT/SNAP approved.
THURSDAY, MAY 2
What: Georgia Power Lake Sinclair Interaction Meeting When: 5-7:30 p.m. (drop in times) Where: 1023 Milledgeville Highway More info: Georgia Power will have subject matter experts available to answer questions and provide information on a variety of topics, including aquatic plants, wildlife conservation, shoreline management, hydro-electric power, and recreation. Drop-in anytime between 5-7:30 p.m.
FRIDAY, MAY 3
What: The Milly Farmers Market When: 4-7 p.m. Where: 222 E Hancock St. More info: The market can include locally sourced and grown products, handmade natural household cleaning supplies, freshly baked bread and pastries, fresh eggs, locally raised meats, divinity, teas and herbs, and more!
The Milly Market is double EBT/SNAP approved.
SATURDAY, APRIL 20
What: Music at the Mansion When: 6-8 p.m.
Where: Georgia’s Old Governor’s Mansion More info: Bring your picnic basket and blanket to join friends of music on the lawn of Georgia’s Old Governor’s Mansion.
In a partnership with Georgia College’s Department of Music, Music at the Mansion is presented as a picnic pops concert, featuring various ensembles from the department’s vocal and instrumental programs.
APRIL 2627
What: The Addams Family: A Musical When: 7 p.m.
Where: Georgia Military College More info: Prepare for an evening of spooky delights as the Georgia Military College Prep School presents “The Addams Family: A Musical Comedy!” Tickets are priced at $10 each, offering an affordable opportunity to experience the charm of this classic tale. Delve into the quirky world of the Addams Family alongside talented students who bring these beloved characters to life onstage.
SATURDAY, APRIL 27
What: JazzFest When: 4 p.m.
Where: GCSU Front Campus More info: Enjoy live music on the front campus of Georgia College from the University’s own Jazz Band as well as other featured artists including Marshall Gilkes, guest trombonist. Bring a picnic basket and blanket and sit out under the stars while listening to the sounds of classical and contemporary music!
SATURDAY, MAY 11
What: Happy Kids at Huff’s When: 10 a.m.
Where: Huff’s Market, 488 Ga. Hwy. 49, Milledgeville More info: Teach your smallest aspiring yogis the gift of their bodies through imaginative and fun poses and breathing techniques. Spend quality time together working to develop skills on the mat that will help with emotional regulation, impulse control, stress management, body awareness, and confidence off the mat. While children of all ages are welcome and must be accompanied by an adult, the class is designed primarily with toddlers through early elementary school in mind. $15 for child/parent; $25 for two children and one adult.
MAY 2831
What: GCSU Youth Tennis Camp Price: $199 More info: Camp sessions are designed for ages 5-17 and all levels of play. Each day will consist of comprehensive instruction, physical conditioning, and match play. In addition, each camper will receive at least three hours of small group instruction per day! To register visit, https:// cpe.gcsu.edu/camp/course/course.aspx?catId=138
MAY 28JULY 26
What: Kids’ University Summer Camp Price: $75-$125 a week with early bird rates available until May 15, 2024
Info: Georgia College & State University’s resident kids’ summer camp is back in full swing starting this May. Kids’ University’s first week of camp will start May 28 and will span nine weeks ending July 26. Camp days last 8 a.m. – 5:30 p.m..
Each week has its own special theme to keep rising K-6th graders active, engaged and wanting more. To register, visit https://cpe.gcsu.edu/camp/course/course.aspx?catId=123.
JUNE 2428
What: Creature Camp: Creatures of the Deep!
Price: $200 More info: Dive into a week of marine magic at Georgia College’s Creature Camp for rising 4th-6th graders. This immersive experience blends fun and learning with exciting activities designed to spark curiosity. The highlight? A captivating field trip to the Georgia Aquarium, where campers get up close with marine wonders. To register visit cpe.gcsu.edu/camp/course/course.aspx?catId=124
What: Makin’ Music Camp Price: $200 More info: Open to musicians of all levels ages 13+, this program will give campers the opportunity to express themselves through songwriting. Throughout the week, campers will work with music therapy staff and students to learn basic songwriting techniques and how to use professional audio equipment and programs. They will have the chance to create and produce a song to showcase at the end of camp! To register visit cpe.gcsu.edu/camp/course/course.aspx?catId=124
EACH WEDNESDAY
What: Adult Ballroom Dance When: 5:30-6:30 p.m. Where: Miller Gym Dance Studio More info: Come join the fun as you learn a variety of dances from the Shag, Waltz, Swing Rhythm, and Foxtrot. This course is guaranteed to be lots of fun for beginners or advanced dancers looking to polish their dance moves. Couples are recommended but singles are certainly welcome! The class is $50.
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
FRIDAY, APRIL 19
What: Mocha House When: 7 p.m.
Where: Sylvia’s Coffee Bar, 111 S. Jefferson Ave., Eatonton More Info: Don’t miss the Mocha House event presented by The Plaza Arts Center and The Arts Barn, taking place at Sylvia’s Coffee. Doors open at 6:45 p.m. with the show starting at 7 p.m. Event open to students in fifth grade and above, come and join in the creative fun. All others are welcome to come and enjoy the show.
APRIL 1921; 2627
What: Steel Magnolias When: 7 p.m.; 2:30 p.m. Apr. 21 Where: The Plaza Arts Center, 305 N. Madison Ave., Eatonton More Info: The Plaza Alliance for the Performing Arts is bringing Steel Magnolias, a classic Southern story known and loved by many, to life on The Plaza Arts Center stage. Great seats remain available. Purchase online now for $25, $20, or $15 at plazacenter.org.
SATURDAY, APRIL 20
What: NHN Songwriters’ Night When: 5-9 p.m. Where: Briar Patch Farm, 725 Pea Ridge Rd., Eatonton More Info: Featuring Nashville songwriters and entertainers Lee Thomas Miller and Wendell Mobley, this event benefits Neighbors Helping Neighbors (NHN), a local service organization founded in 2020 to serve those in need in Greene and Putnam counties. Tickets $54 each, available online at wedoauctions.com/tickets/ purchase_tickets.php?slug=allstar&form_name=tix.
What: Follow Your Heart painting class When: 10-11:30 a.m. Where: The Artisans Village Art Gallery, 110 W. Marion St., Eatonton More Info: No experience required. Veins with fun watercolor painting: full of color and energy, then students will cut, punch, glue and frame their adorable Heart Art. Instructor April Hendricks, $50 fee includes supplies, 706-623-7757, TheArtisansVillage.org
MONDAY, APRIL 22
What: Earth Day Sale When: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Where: Butterflies & Blooms, 617 N. Jefferson Ave., Eatonton More Info: Native plant nursery on site, local vendors including honey, candles, nature-based jewelry, goat cheeses, and cards, among other items. No parking or entrance fees. Rain cancels event.
What: Putnam County Republican Party Meeting When: 6-7:30 p.m. Where: El Sitio Mexican Grill, 106 Harmony Cross., Ste. 5, Eatonton More Info: PCRP will host a Georgia legislative forum featuring Sen. Rick Williams, Rep. Trey Rhodes, and Rep. Dale Washburn, who will report on the accomplishments of the 2024 legislative session and other important issues facing our state and nation, followed by a Q&A session, as time allows. Also, meet and greet 2024 Putnam County Republican candidates.
THURSDAY, APRIL 25
What: PGH Pop-Up/Bake Sale When: 9:30-11 a.m. Where: 101 Lake Oconee Pkwy., Eatonton More Info: Putnam General Hospital Auxiliary members will hold a fundraising Pop-Up Sale and Bake Sale from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Shop for travel mugs, sunglasses, jewelry, hats, purses, and more. Homemade cakes, cookies, and other baked goods, too. Cash or credit/debit cards are accepted. Contact Tracy Stickley at 706-923-2028 for more details or information.
SATURDAY, APRIL 27
What: 8th annual Eatonton One-Day Paint Out When: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Where: The Artisans Village, 110 W. Marion St., Eatonton More Info: The day consists of two main events: workshops (9 a.m.–noon, with advance registration required) and a Plein Air Paint Out (1-5 p.m.). Complete an online form with payment at theartisansvillage.org/eodpo-2024 or print, complete the form and mail it with payment to the above address. Complete details, rules, instructor profiles, and more information is available online at theartisansvillage.org/eodpo-2024.
What: May Day Celebration When: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Where: The Plaza Arts Center, 305 N. Madison Ave., Eatonton More Info: The Plaza is hosting a free community event outside on the lawn to celebrate May Day. This fun-filled day of games and festivities is perfect for all school-age and younger children with their families and friends.
TUESDAY, APRIL 30
What: A Matter of Balance When: 10 a.m. Where: Eatonton-Putnam County Library, 309 N. Madison Ave. Eatonton More Info: Free Fall Risk Prevention Classes for adults 60 and over. Regardless of physical ability, these programs will teach strategies to reduce the risk of falling and guide participants through simple exercises to increase strength and balance. Learn how to stay active, manage your environment, and lower your risk of falling. Call 706-485 6768 for more information on dates and times of classes.
GREENE
SATURDAY, APRIL 20
What: Southland Jubilee When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Where: Downtown Greensboro More Info: This event promises a diverse array of vendors offering unique products, delicious food from local eateries, car show by Georgia Classic Cruisers, and the opportunity to groove to live music performances. Email mainstreet@greensboroga.gov for information and vendor opportunities.