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PUTNAM
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.
SUNDAY, MAY 1
What: Sunday at the Museum at The Old School History Museum
When: 2 p.m.
Where: The Old School History Museum, 305 N. Madison Ave., Eatonton
More info: The Old School History Museum’s Sunday Lecture in May is by Dr. Harold Mock, GCSU History Professor, speaking on “Living in a Nuclear World.” The approximately 45-minute event will take place in The Plaza Arts Center Theater, is free and open to the public. Visit www.oldschoolhistorymuseum.org for details.
TUESDAY, MAY 3
What: Meet the Author Karen White
When: 11:30 a.m.
Where: Georgia Writers Museum, 109 S. Jefferson Ave., Eatonton
More Info: Karen White, the New York Times bestselling author of more than 25 novels, will present her newest work, The Shop on Royal Street. Register at www.georgiawritersmuseum.org to meet Karen and pre-order the book, or call 706-991-5119.
THURSDAY, MAY 5
What: Oconee Springs Park Grand Opening
When: 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Where: Oconee Springs Park, 109 S. Spring Rd., Eatonton
More Info: Putnam County Board of Commissioners invite you to the ribbon cutting for the OSP Event Venue. Includes prizes, food, fun. Free.
THURSDAY, MAY 5
What: GA Power Lake Sinclair Public Interaction Meeting
When: 5 - 7:30 p.m.
Where: Lakeside Baptist Church, 1023 Milledgeville Hwy., Milledgeville
More Info: Residents and users of Lake Sinclair are invited to dropin and visit with Georgia Power subject matter experts on a variety of topics including aquatic plants, wildlife conservation, shoreline management, hydro-electric power, and recreation. LBC is across from the Plant Branch site in Putnam County.
SATURDAY, MAY 7
What: Miss and Jr. Miss Dairy Festival Pageant
When: 2 p.m.
Where: The Plaza Arts Center, 305 N. Madison Ave., Eatonton
SATURDAY, MAY 7
What: Basket Weaving - 8 Point Star
When: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: The Artisans Village Art Gallery, 110 W. Marion St., Eatonton
More info: Learn about flat ash reed used in traditional basket-making with instructor Debbie Cornelia. In this class, individuals will learn a twist on the use of flat ash reed to create a 12”- 8 point star. For more info and to register visit, theartisansvillage.org/classes.
SATURDAY, MAY 7
What: Meet the Author with Jim Auchmutey, author of Smokelore: A Short History of Barbeque in America
When: 6 p.m.
Where: The Edgewater on Lake Sinclair located at 109 S. Spring Road, Eatonton
More Info: Includes barbecue by Fresh Air Barbecue in Jackson and music by The Tom Hill Trio from Atlanta
SATURDAY, MAY 14
What: Second Saturday crafts
Where: The Plaza Arts Center, 305 N. Madison Ave., Eatonton
When: 10-10:30 a.m.
More info: Work with our volunteers to create crafts using paint, clay and more. www.plazacenter.org, 706-923-1655.
SATURDAY, MAY 14
What: A Fleetwood Mac Tribute LIVE at The Plaza
When: 7:30 p.m.
Where: The Plaza Arts Center, 305 N. Madison Ave., Eatonton
More info: General Admission: $45, VIP: $75. Tickets online at plazacenter.org. Based in Atlanta, Rumours is the Southeast’s premier Fleetwood Mac tribute band.
TUESDAY, MAY 17 What: GDOE 10th District Public Hearing
When: 7-8 p.m.
Where: Putnam County High School, 300 War Eagle Dr., Eatonton
More Info: State Bd of Education member Dr. Stanley DeJarnett will hold a public hearing for citizens of Baldwin, Greene, Morgan, Putnam, Taliaferro, Barrow, Butts, Glascock, Hancock, Jasper, Jefferson, Johnson, Lincoln, McDuffie, Oconee, Oglethorpe, Walton, Warren, Washington and WIlkes counties. The purpose of the hearing is to hear comments from interested citizens and educators within the congressional district regarding K-12 education. Those wishing to speak should sign in upon arrival. Email SBOEadmin@doe.k12.ga.us for more information.
GREENE
FRIDAY, APRIL 29
What: OPAS Lounge Series-Catherine Russell
When: 7:30 p.m.
Where: Festival Hall, 201 N Main St, Greensboro
More Info: Grammy award-winning singer Catherine Russell is the debut artist for the OPAS Lounge Series. Tickets on sale now. www. opas.org/upcoming-events, 706-467-6000, info@opas.org.opas.org/upcoming-events, 706-467-6000, info@opas.org.
SATURDAY, APRIL 30
What: The Dawgy Dash 5K
When: 9 a.m.
Where: Oconee Brewing Company, 202 N. West St., Greensboro
More info: Advance registration is only $20 through April 25. Enter online at www.cofas.org, or stop by Durham Veterinary Clinic, 1901 Old Eatonton Rd, Greensboro, and enter there. You also can enter on race day between 8-8:30 m. The race-day entry fee is $25, cash only please.
SATURDAY, APRIL 30
What: Greene County spring candidate forum
When: 9 a.m. to noon
Where: Parkside Main Movie Theater, 1050 Parkside Main, Greensboro
More info: You are invited to meet Republican Candidates for Governor, Lt. Governor, Secretary of State and U.S. Senate. Candidates will share qualifications, experience, and platforms 9:30 a.m. to noon. In addition, candidates will be available for questions and answers in designated areas before and after their presentations.
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, 171c GA-83, 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.
THURSDAY, MAY 5-SATURDAY, JULY 16
What: “Earth Bound” and “Sympathetic Magic” exhibits
When: 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Tuesdays-Saturdays
Where: Madison-Morgan Cultural Center, 434 S. Main St., Madison
More Info: David Drake was an enslaved Black potter in South Carolina who produced stoneware jugs inscribed with original poetry in a time when this knowledge was a punishable offense. A second gallery installation features ceramic work by contemporary artist Zipporah Camille Thompson of Atlanta. Her work fuses old and new, referencing ancient cultures and millennial predilections.
MONDAY, MAY 9
What: Musical Fireworks
When: 7 p.m.
Where: Madison-Morgan Cultural Center, 434 S. Main St., Madison More Info: MMCC’s auditorium will explode with fiery classical music performed by members of The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, Georgia Chamber Players, Atlanta Chamber Players, Emory School of Music, Veba String Quartet, and Christiania Trio. www.mmcc-arts.org, 706-342-4743.