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PUTNAM

THURSDAY, APRIL 21

What: Coffee House with The Arts Barn

When: 7 p.m.

Where: The Plaza Arts Center Reception Hall, 305 N. Madison Ave., Eatonton

More info: High school-age youth up to young adults perform in a setting giving them space to fellowship and gain confidence performing. Refreshments available and all donations go to the Summer Broadway Intensive at The Plaza.

THURSDAY, APRIL 21

What: Flannery O’Connor Book Club Discussion

When: 10-11 a.m.

Where: Georgia Writers Museum, 109 S. Jefferson Ave., Eatonton

More Info: Join a hybrid (Zoom and in-person) conversation with Dr. Bruce Gentry about The Year the Lights Came On by Terry Kay. Georgiawritersmuseum.org/book-clubs/ 706-991-5119.

THURSDAY, APRIL 21

What: GA Hall of Fame Book Club Discussion

When: 7-8 p.m.

Where: Zoom

More Info: Please join the GA Hall of Fame Book Club via Zoom for a conversation with Sarah Trowbridge to discuss Peachtree Road by Anne River Siddons. Find zoom link, meeting id and passcode at georgiawritersmuseum.org/book-clubs/

FRIDAY, APRIL 22

What: Songwriters Night

When: 6-11 p.m.

Where: Briarpatch Farm, 725 Pea Ridge Rd., Eatonton

More Info: Nashville singer/songwriter Eric Dodd with Rivers Rutherford, Will Finley, Anslee Davidson. Seating is limited. Proceeds benefit Putnam County Christian Learning Center. Tickets $50/individual or $400/table of 8 at https://2022songwritersnight.eventbrite.com.

SATURDAY, APRIL 23

What: The Broadway Bradshaws

When: 7:30 p.m.

More Info: Best known for their long runs on Broadway in “Wicked”, “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” and “Jersey Boys” and for their TV appearances, Lindsay and Jared will perform a mix of standards, Broadway, and rock and roll classics. Tickets can be purchased online at www.plazacenter.org.

SATURDAY, APRIL 23

What: Reach 2 Teach Arts & Craft Community Health Fair

When: 12 p.m.

Where: New Life Outreach Christian Center, 206 Agnes Dr., Eatonton

More info: Vaccinations, diabetes, heart disease, blood donations, prostate screenings. Door prizes, arts & crafts vendors from far and near. Lunch provided. Hosted by Elder James S. Kilgore Sr.

SATURDAY, APRIL 23

What: Palette Knife Acrylic Painting Class

When: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Where: The Artisans Village Art Gallery, 110 W. Marion St., Eatonton

More info: Ready to take your acrylic painting skills to the next level? Try Palette Knife painting with Linda Foster! Join us to learn about painting techniques using palette knives with acrylic paint. We will do a painting together. Please bring a 12×16 Masterson Sta-Wet Palette ready to go with a sponge and palette paper. For more info on materials to bring and to register visit, theartisansvillage.org/classes.

SATURDAY, APRIL 24

What: Pickleball lessons for beginners - FREE

When: 3-4 p.m.

Where: Putnam Recreation Center, 140 Recreation Road

More info: Call Debbie Rogers at 706-485-8565 to register for one or both events. Weather permitting, both events will be held outside. $2 fee if held indoors.

THURSDAY, APRIL 28

What: Putnam County Middle School New Beginnings Performance

When: 6:30 p.m.

Where: PCMS Little Theatre, 140 Sparta Hwy., Eatonton

More info: Putnam County Middle School performs their Spring Show entitled New Beginnings: A Musical Revue.

SATURDAY, APRIL 30

What: May Day Celebration at The Plaza

Where: On the lawn at The Plaza

More info: Come celebrate the start of spring outside on the lawn. We will have crafts, treats, a tea party and even a May Pole!

SATURDAY, APRIL 30

What: The Annual Eatonton One Day Paint Out

When: Workshops: From 9 a.m. – noon and Paint Out 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Where: The Artisans Village Art Gallery, 110 W. Marion St., Eatonton

More info: This annual event consists of two main events: Plein Air Painting Workshops and a Paint Out Contest with cash prizes. Artists must be 18 years of age or older. Registration for the Paint Out is $20. Please be sure to read the full rules and regulations. Artists must begin painting at or after 1 p.m. the day of the event and submit the painting to event organizers by 5 p.m. Artists should paint outdoors within one mile of the registration location at The Artisans Village Art Gallery. Visit our website for new interactive Google Map and painting suggestions! For more information and to register visit, theartisansvillage.org/events.

SATURDAY, APRIL 30

What: Open House at the Livery Studio

When: noon to 5 p.m.

Where: The Artisans Village Livery Studio - 109 East Marion St., Eatonton

More info: Come see the newly renovated artist studio space! The Lifer’s Car Club presents Hot Rods & PinUps. Antique Hot Rod cars will be on display in and around the Livery Studio for a special photoshoot with Pin-Up models. *Cars for this are by invite only, please. Enjoy Surf Guitar music by Chad Shivers and the Frigidaires. Food will be available for purchase from Kersey Catering and artist demonstrations around downtown for the Eatonton One Day Paint Out! For more info visit, theartisansvillage.org/events.

GREENE

THURSDAY, APRIL 21

What: Citrus Garden Class

When: 2 p.m.

Where: Lake & Local, 104 S. Main St., Greensboro

More info: Local horticulturalist Tom McClendon has been successfully growing citrus in the ground in Greene County for more than 25 years. He will share tips and information on the best varieties to add to your home orchard, will provide interesting and delicious fruit, and will have trees for sale. 706-920-1130.

FRIDAY-SATURDAY, APRIL 22-23

What: Greene County Pro Rodeo

When: 8-10 p.m. both nights

Where: 1180 C. Weldon Smith Dr., Greensboro

More Info: The 23 rd annual Greene County Pro Rodeo hosted by the Greene Co. Livestock Association and the Greene Co. 4H. Food, excitement and fun for the whole family. Tickets $15 for 13 and older, $10 for 5-12 years, free for children under 4.

SATURDAY, APRIL 23

What: Candle Making Class

When: 11:30 a.m.

Where: Lake & Local, 104 S. Main St., Greensboro

More info: Local candle maker Ashley Barfield of Proverbs 3:5 Candle Company will lead a candle-making class. Participants will be able to choose the color of their candle vessel, and receive instruction to make a double-wick scented soy candle.

SUNDAY, APRIL 24

What: Southern Gospel Concert

When: 6-7 p.m.

Where: Liberty United Methodist Church, 3091 Liberty Church Rd., White Plains

More Info: Emmaus Road is a young exciting Southern Gospel Quartet dedicated to sharing the ministry of Jesus Christ through song and worship. Their concerts include traditional Southern Gospel Songs along with chart-topping originals and a capella hymns. Admission is free; love offering accepted. 706-457-3089.

MONDAY, APRIL 25

What: Greensboro Garden Club monthly meeting

When: 9:30 a.m. to noon

Where: First United Methodist Church Basement, 4741 Carey Station Road, Greensboro

More info: At 11 a.m., Lea Clark, Georgia Forestry Commission, will present “Right Tree, Right Place.” Lea will discuss the planting and care of trees and the importance of selecting the right place in your yard. For club information, contact Vickie Haney, 770-826-6134.

MORGAN

FRIDAY, APRIL 29

What: Tour the Creamery

When: 1-2 p.m.

Where: Rock House Creamery, 2471 Broughton Rd., Newborn

More Info: View the milk bottling process, meet baby dairy calves, learn about cheesemaking and creamline milk, visit the vegetable garden and sample delicious creamery products. $12/person ages 4 and up. Call 844-210-7030.

SATURDAY, APRIL 30

What: Madison Fest Garden and Crafts Celebration

When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Where: Town Park

More info: One great festival–all wrapped up with tasty food, excellent live entertainment, fun stuff for kids, and first rate shopping! For more visit madisonga.com

SATURDAY, APRIL 30

What: Humane Society of Morgan Golf Tournament

When: 10:30 a.m. shotgun start

Where: The Creek Golf Course

More info: Have fun and help animals at the annual golf tournament benefiting the Humane Society of Morgan County. The tournament is open to all skill levels and includes 18 holes, golf cart, lunch, and a chance to win $250 in the ball drop. Shotgun start at 10:30 a.m. at The Creek at Hard Labor State Park, Hidden Springs Dr., Rutledge. www.humanemorgan.org, 706-343-9977.

SATURDAY, APRIL 30

What: Madison Fest

When: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Where: Town Park, Madison

More Info: Enjoy great live music, interesting lectures and demos, festival food and icy cold beer at this free day-long festival. Shop for perennials and heirloom plants, and a variety of handcrafted wares.