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GREENE
SATURDAY, SEPT. 26
What: ‘Bunkers in Baghdad’ golfing collection When: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Where: 6341 Lake Oconee Pkwy., Greensboro More Info: The Knights of Columbus Assembly 3799, in cooperation with charity organization “Bunkers in Baghdad,” will collect golf balls and clubs to send to U.S. troops at home and around the world. If unable to drop off Sept. 26, contact John Petersen at jmpmep@aol.com or text/call him at 904-403-6491 to make arrangements.
MONDAY, SEPT. 28
What: Greensboro Garden Club When: 9:30 a.m. to Noon Where: Lakeside Church, 5800 Lake Oconee Pkwy., Greensboro More Info: GGC monthly program with social time at 9:30 a.m., business meeting at 10 a.m., and program at 11 a.m., featuring Butterflies & Blooms in the Briar Patch Project Director Virginia Lynch on “Native Pollinator Support.” GGC meets 4th Monday each month, Sept. through April, except Dec.
OCT. 45
What: 2026 Greene County Christmas Stocking Fund Applications When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday; 2-4 p.m. Sunday Where: First Methodist Church Greensboro, Lake Oconee Family Life Center, 202 W. Broad St., Greensboro More info: To qualify, you must: (a) Have at least one child 13 years or younger living full time in your household, or (b) be 62 years or older as of Dec. 31, 2026; live in Greene County and meet income criteria; and provide sources of total monthly household income. For more information, call 706-347-0651 or email gccstockingfund@gmail.com
THURSDAY, OCT. 15
What: Monte Carlo Night at The Ritz When: 5:30-9:30 p.m. Where: The Ritz-Carlton Reynolds, 1 Lake Oconee Trail, Greensboro More Info: An evening of elegance, excitement, classic casino games, heavy hors d’oeuvres, cash bar, and auctions. Tickets $200 each or $2,000 for a reserved table of 8. Cocktail attire, black tie optional. All proceeds benefit Neighbors Helping Neighbors. Tickets available at secure.qgiv.com/event/montecarlonight.
What: Jazz Legacy Project: Weather Report When: 7:30-9:30 p.m. Where: Festival Hall, 201 N. Main St., Greensboro More Info: Enjoy the music of legendary jazz band Weather Report, as performed by The Jazz Legacy Project, with the program led by drummer and event narrator Justin Varnes. Limited tickets remain available at festivalhallga.com, beginning at $26.50 each.
SATURDAY, OCT. 17
What: Pets with Santa When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: The Stables at Harbor Club, 1050 Polo Cir, Greensboro More Info: Santa will have pictures made with pets and hear their wishes. $20, all proceeds benefit Lake Oconee Humane Society. Pictures by Leigh Lofgren Photography.
SATURDAY, OCT. 24
What: LUMC 2nd annual Harvest Jubilee When: 6-9 p.m. Where: Liberty United Methodist Church, 3091 Liberty Church Rd., White Plains More Info: Free admission, family-friendly event to feature live music, pit-smoked barbecue, hayrides, fire pit and s’mores, cake walks, games, silent auction, and raffle for a Pit Boss pellet grill. All proceeds benefit Neighbors Helping Neighbors. Visit Liberty1786.com for more information.
MONDAY NIGHTS
What: Greensboro Al-Anon Family Group When: 7-8 p.m. Where: Lakeside Church, 5800 Lake Oconee Pkwy., Greensboro More Info: Al-Anon Family provides a safe, anonymous fellowship for people who have been affected by a loved one’s drinking. Call Donna at 706-816-8998 for information.
EVERY OTHER WEDNESDAY
What: Friends and Families of Alcoholics and Addicts When: 6:15-7:45 p.m. Where: First Methodist Church, 202 W. Broad St., Ste. 206, Greensboro More Info: Welcoming and confidential discussion group to share wisdom, strength, and hope, drawing from firsthand experience in dealing with alcoholic/addicted loved ones. Contact Larry at 610-580-6956 or Joyce at 706-817-8793 for information. Open to all; not church-affiliated.
MORGAN
MONDAY, OCT. 5
What: Open Mic Night When: 7-9 p.m. Where: Madison-Morgan Cultural Center, 434 S. Main St., Madison More info: Got a song, poem, story, or joke you’d like to share? Visit the MMCC Auditorium the first Monday of each month for Open Mic Night. Everyone welcome; free to participate or attend.
SATURDAY, OCT. 17
What: Pastels Workshop When: 1-4 p.m. Where: Steffen Thomas Museum, 4200 Bethany Rd., Buckhead More info: Bring your apron and come out to create a stunning seascape in this 3-hour workshop. All supplies included, with advance registration required; $100 fee. Visit steffenthomas.org/events for details.
THROUGH OCTOBER
What: ‘Experience and Intersection’ exhibit When: Tues. to Sat. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday 1-4 p.m. Where: Madison-Morgan Cultural Center, 434 S. Main St., Madison More info: To celebrate its 50th anniversary, MMCC presents “experience and intersection” in its three upstairs galleries through October. The exhibit blends the work of artist John Cleaveland and his UGA instructor Richard “Ole’” Olsen, and revolves around a shared trip to Vietnam for both student and teacher. Call MMCC at 706-342-4743 for information.
SATURDAY, OCT. 24
What: The Magic of Matisse When: 12-2:30 p.m. Where: Steffen Thomas Museum, 4200 Bethany Rd., Buckhead More info: Join local artist and art educator April Hendricks to create your own vibrant, Matisse-inspired still life with loose brushwork and bold colors. All supplies provided. Beginners welcome. An entertaining history of the artist will be shared, too. Space limited, with advance registration required; $65 fee with option to add $14 boxed lunch from Harvest & Honey. Visit steffenthomas.org/events for details.
ONGOING
What: Al-Anon, Off The Rails Group When: Madison AA meetings Sunday, Thursday, and Friday at 7 p.m.; Al-Anon meetings Thursday at 7 p.m.; Off The Rails AA group meets Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday at noon.
Where: Barnett Parish House at Advent Episcopal Church, 338 Academy St., Madison More info: AA: 706-318-1551; Al-Anon: 706-431 6013; Off The Rails AA: 706-818-4308.
PUTNAM
SATURDAY, SEPT. 26
What: Upscale Resale When: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Where: Lake Oconee Lutheran Church, 1089 Lake Oconee Pkwy., Eatonton More Info: Help turn handbags and jewelry into food for needy local families. Drop off items at Bend the Trend, 2101 Reynolds Walk Trl., or email upscalefundraiser@gmail.com to arrange pickup. Held in conjunction with Second Chance Thrift Store.
What: Crime & Wine Experience When: Doors open 6:30 p.m.; 7 p.m. start Where: Georgia Writers Museum, 109 S. Jefferson Ave., Eatonton More Info: Law Enforcement Hall of Fame honoree and author Sheryl “Mac” McCollom presents another exciting, real, cold case for the audience to help solve. Tickets $45 each. Register now at georgiawritersmuseum.org.
SUNDAY, SEPT. 27
What: 148th Church Anniversary When: 2 p.m. Where: Hunts Chapel A.M.E. Church, 188 Hunts Chapel Rd., Eatonton More Info: Join Pastor Troy Daniel and the Hunts Chapel A.M.E. family in welcoming Pastor Terry Dorsey Sr. and the Plainview Baptist Church family from Madison.
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 30
What: Hiram Little Monument Reveal When: 11 a.m. Where: PC Veterans Memorial Garden, 304 W. Marion St., Eatonton More Info: Join in celebrating the unveiling of the Hiram Little Tuskegee Monument, a work several years in the making to honor the legacy of Eatonton’s own Tuskegee Airman, Hiram Little. Created by worldrenowned Atlanta sculptor Basil Watson, the 8-foot-tall bronze statue was made possible through the generosity of many local donors.
OCT. 130
What: 2026 Eatonton Scarecrow Contest When: Registration now open Where: Downtown Eatonton More Info: Register now to participate in the 2026 Scarecrow Contest & Showcase, presented by Smith Communications. Contest features creative scarecrows crafted by local businesses, civic organizations, churches, families, and more. These festive creations will be displayed throughout downtown for the entire month of October, with the public voting for their favorites. See rules and details at downtowneatonton.com/events-1/2026-scarecrow-contest-showcase.
OCT. 24
What: Shakespeare on the Lawn When: TBA Where: The Plaza Arts Center, 305 N. Madison Ave., Eatonton More Info: Outdoor presentation of several scenes from William Shakespeare’s most famous plays. Free to attend. Bring your own lawn chairs. Presented in support of The Plaza Arts Center and Georgia Writers Museum.
SATURDAY, OCT. 3
What: Lake Oconee Elks Chili Cook-Off When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: LO Elks Lodge, 871 Harmony Rd., Eatonton More Info: Come out for a day of great food, friendly competition, and community fun. Live music, raffle prizes, and hot dogs free for kids. $10 entry fee for adults to taste and vote for the best chili in Putnam County! For more info, visit online at Bit.ly/cookoff2849.