BALDWIN
MONDAYS & FRIDAYS
What: GCSU offers free tax help When: 5-7 p.m. Where: Georgia College’s Atkinson Hall More info: The J. Whitney Bunting College of Business & Technology is offering free tax help. Undergraduate and graduate accounting students went through IRS tax training and took exams to receive IRS certification to conduct the program. Call 478-388-1956 or visit unitedwaycg.org/vita if interested.
FRIDAY, FEB. 28
What: Music at the Mill When: 7-10 p.m. Where: New City at the MIll, 224 E. Walton Street More info: The event will spotlight Aubrey Nelson and his Bluegrass Friends. Everyone is welcome to join in the Jam after the spotlight artists. All genres of music are welcome.
SATURDAY, MARCH 1
What: Spring Yard Sale When: 8 a.m. to noon Where: Hopewell Church Fellowship Hall, 88 Hopewell Church Rd. More info: A wide assortment of items both new and gently used will be offered. All proceeds go to missions.
MARCH 627
What: “Obscura” Exhibit When: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Where: Allied Arts, 201 N. Wayne St., Milledgeville More info: “Obscura” will showcase Paige Griffin’s unique take on this centuries-old photographic technique, in which light and shadow create captivating images through the simple, yet powerful, method of a pinhole camera.
TUESDAY, MARCH 18
What: Evenings with History When: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Where: St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church Parish Hall, 220 S. Wayne St., Milledgeville More info: This month’s presentation by Dr. Lawrence Krumenaker will address Lafayette’s March, 1825, visit to Georgia and his route from Savannah to the Chattahoochee River with special emphasis on his stay in Milledgeville.
FRIDAY, MARCH 21
What: Learning in Retirement When: 11:15 a.m. Where: Freedom Church, 500 Underwood Rd., Milledgeville More info: Meetings for seniors on the third Friday of each month.
Includes an informative speaker and catered lunch. The meal is optional and typically costs $15. Periodic area tours via walking, carpool, or bus. The group offers a blend of educational and social activities with fellow members. Learn more at cpe.gcsu.edu or contact Jocelyn Brownlow at 770-833-1217.
THURSDAY, APRIL 3
What: Voctave: At the Corner of Broadway and Main Street When: 7 p.m. Where: Center for Leadership Theatre, 220 E. Greene St., Milledgeville More info: A Capella group Voctave presents their new show, “At the Corner of Broadway and Main Street.” Tickets $25, available at gmctickets.booktix.com/dept/PAS/e/VOC.
APRIL 424
What: Georgia Artists with Disabilities Exhibit When: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Where: Allied Arts, 201 N. Wayne St., Milledgeville More info: Founded in 1985 by the Pilot Clubs of Metropolitan Atlanta, Georgia Artists With Disabilities (GAD) provides a platform for Georgia artists with disabilities to display and sell their original artwork while providing an opportunity to compete for awards.
TUESDAY, APRIL 15
What: Evenings with History When: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Where: St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 220 S. Wayne St., Milledgeville More info: The program will feature Rick Millians.
FRIDAY, MAY 16
What: Swing A Club for CASA When: Registration 9:30 a.m., Shotgun start 11 a.m. Where: The Club at Lake Sinclair, 3700 Sinclair Dam Rd., Milledgeville More info: Ocmulgee Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) will hold “Swing A Club for CASA” golf tournament. Fees are $150 per player ($600 for a team). Visit bit.ly/2025CASAGOLF to register. All proceeds benefit foster children in the Ocmulgee Judicial Circuit. For questions, email FriendsOfOcmulgeeCASA@gmail. com.
EACH TUESDAY
What: Hatha Yoga When: 6 p.m. Where: Chappell Hall at GCSU 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. Class costs $30.
What: Walking with Moms in Need When: 1-3 p.m. (Tuesdays only) Where: Aquinas Hall at Sacred Heart Church, 110 N. Jefferson NE, Milledgeville More info: Walking with Moms in Need (WWMIN) is open Tuesdays from 1-3 p.m., except on major holidays. A monthly distribution of 50 diapers is available for infants and toddlers. The parent must register for the diaper program with a valid photo I.D. and a copy of the child’s birth certificate. WWMIN may also be able to provide other baby and toddler necessities. To inquire, email wwminmilly@gmail.com.
EACH TUESDAY & FRIDAY
What: Milledgeville Alanon Group When: 7 p.m. Tuesdays; 12 p.m. Fridays Where: First Methodist Church, Log Cabin Road, Milledgeville More info: Alanon meetings are for family and friends of alcoholics and addicts. For more information text 478-363-7405.
EACH SATURDAY
What: Mini Millys When: 9 a.m. Where: Chappell Hall at GCSU More info: High-energy class ($25) for children 18 months to 5 years, with hands-on activities, games, and exercises packed into every session.
PUTNAM
THROUGH FEBRUARY
What: Heart Month When: M-F, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Where: PGH, 101 Lake Oconee Pkwy., Eatonton More Info: Throughout February, Putnam General Hospital is providing free cholesterol screenings to promote better heart health. No appointment necessary; check in at the front desk. Fasting 8-12 hours before arrival is recommended for best results, but not mandatory.
THURSDAY, FEB. 27
What: Lake Country Photography Club When: 7-8:30 p.m. Where: The Peoples Bank Community Room, Harmony Crossing, Eatonton
More Info: Monthly club meeting for member education and skills development. The club welcomes photographers of all levels of expertise and experience from Lake Country and beyond. Send email to lcpc01234@gmail.com for more information.
SATURDAY, MARCH 1
What: 11th annual Seuss on the Loose When: 9:30 a.m. to Noon Where: Putnam County Primary School, 162 Old Glenwood Springs Rd., Eatonton More Info: Registration begins 9 a.m., with Seuss on the Loose Fun Run starting at 9:30 a.m. Seuss-related activities in school cafeteria 10 a.m. to noon for children of all ages. There will also be a silent auction, and winners of the art contest held at the primary and elementary schools will be recognized. Tickets for each activity are 50 cents; wristbands that allow access to all of activities can be purchased for $10 per child. Tickets also can be purchased for the silent auction. Sponsored by Putnam Reads, this event helps raise funds to provide new, age-appropriate books each month to Putnam County children from birth to age 5.
SUNDAY, MARCH 2
What: Forgotten Music of Georgia and Beyond When: 2 p.m. Where: The Plaza Arts Center, 305 N. Madison Ave., Eatonton More Info: As part of the Old School Museum’s Sunday at the Museum Lecture Series, Eatonton resident and world music collector Richard Garrett will discuss and play five fascinating 78 rpm records from his personal collection, illuminating the music, performers, and their times. Three of the tracks were recorded in Georgia, featuring African American gospel, old-time mountain string-band music, and Eatonton’s own pioneering bluesman, Peg Leg Howell. The other two tracks head further south, to Mexico and Trinidad. Free admission, but donations greatly appreciated. Enjoy light refreshments after the lecture.
TUESDAY, MARCH 4
What: Lake Oconee Quilt Guild When: 9:30 a.m. Where: Lake Oconee Lutheran Church, 1089 Lake Oconee Pkwy., Eatonton More Info: Social hour at 9:30 a.m., meeting at 10 a.m. March is National Craft Month and guild members will share their nonquilting crafts with the guild followed by a workshop. Guild meetings are held first Tuesday of each month, Sept. to June.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 5
What: Lake Oconee Shag Club When: 6-9 p.m. Where: Bruzze Brewing, 170 Scott Rd., Eatonton More Info: The best of beach music dancing meets first Wednesday each month at Bruzze Brewing. Basic shag lessons 6 to 7 p.m., then dancing until 9 p.m. Free for club members, $5 for non-members. Single dancers welcome. For information email shagdance1998@gmail.com.
THURSDAY, MARCH 6
What: PCCSS Community Forum on School Safety When: 5:30 p.m. Where: Putnam County Middle School Little Theatre, 140 Sparta Hwy., Eatonton
More Info: The Putnam County Charter School System is hosting a community forum to foster open, meaningful dialogue between parents, students, educators, administrators, and other community members about the safety and well being of PCCSS facilities. Open to the public.
SUNDAY, MARCH 9
What: Family & Friends Day When: 11 a.m. Where: Ebenezer Baptist Church, 100 Willie Bailey St., Eatonton More Info: Bring your family, bring your friends, to hear Pastor Kareem Farley.
FRIDAY, MARCH 14
What: PGH’s Annual Soup Luncheon When: 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Where: First Methodist Church, 103 W. Magnolia St., Eatonton More Info: Enjoy a homemade lunch and good company at Putnam General Hospital Auxiliary’s popular annual fundraiser. $10 tickets include soup, bread, dessert and drink. Proceeds benefit the auxiliary’s projects for the hospital. Call 803-240-7483 for tickets or more information.
SUNDAY, MARCH 16
What: Pastor Installation When: 2:30 p.m. Where: Jefferson Baptist Church, 495 Harmony Rd., Eatonton More Info: Join us for the installation of Rev. Leroy Hall and First Lady Algia Hall. Pastor Donald Harris will be guest speaker with the Randolph Baptist Church family. Call 706-817-6460 for information.
SATURDAY, MARCH 22
What: 2nd annual Putting for Putnam Golf Tournament When: 9 a.m. start Where: Uncle Remus Golf Course, 120 Hambone Holle Dr., Eatonton More Info: Charity golf tournament presented by Project Putnam (previously Putnam Leadership 2024) to raise funds for a free Easter community event on Saturday, Apr. 19, also at the golf course. $400 entry fee per foursome. Call Diane Carter at 404-408-2248 or AJ Nugent at 706-473-2079 to register or with any questions. Prizes to tourney winners.
GREENE
TUESDAY, MARCH 4 & 18
What: Greensboro Writers’ Guild Meeting When: 1 p.m. Where: Lake Oconee Church of Christ, 4700 Carey Station Rd., Greensboro More Info: For more information call Barb Griffiths at 706-485-2622, Kathy Wright at 706-817-0345, or Betty Liedtke at 706-991-5387.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 5
What: Contemplative Celtic Communion When: 6:30 p.m. Where: Episcopal Church of the Redeemer, 303 N. Main St., Greensboro More Info: Seeking a no-strings, no pre- or post-conditions church experience? Visit the first Wednesday of each month for a candlelit Christian service with gentle live music played on a piano, cello, or other “soft” instruments. Intentionally introspective, with periodic silences for meditation, reflection, and prayer. For more information call 707-453-7171 or email revbillcombs@gmail.com.
MARCH 5, 12, 19, 26; APRIL 2, 9
What: Lenten Season Offerings When: 6:30 p.m. Where: Episcopal Church of the Redeemer, 303 N. Main St., Greensboro
More Info: Early Christians observed “a season of penitence and fasting” in preparation for the Paschal feast. The season now known as “Lent” extends for 40 days from Ash Wednesday through Holy Saturday (omitting Sundays). This year Ash Wednesday is on Wednesday, March 5, and Redeemer is offering two services: a noon Ash Wednesday service and a 6:30 p.m. Celtic Communion service. During the Lenten season, Redeemer will offer weekly healing services on Wednesdays at noon. Then, again on April 2, Redeemer will have a Celtic Communion Service with Labyrinth Walk in the parking lot of Alligoods, in front of the City of Greensboro government offices. For information visit greensborogaepiscopal.org or connect with Redeemer on Facebook, @theepiscopalchurchoftheredeemer or call 706-453 7171.
TUESDAY, MARCH 18
What: Greensboro Writers’ Guild Meeting When: 1 p.m. Where: Lake Oconee Church of Christ, 4700 Carey Station Rd., Greensboro
More Info: For information call Barb Griffiths at 404-693-4045, Kathy Wright at 706-817-0345, or Betty Liedtke at 706-991-5387.