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Page B4 Lake Oconee News Friday, May 12,2017 Send us your events! The deadline is Monday at 1 p.m. news@lakeoconeenews.us MORGAN Sunday, April 30-Saturday, May 27 The Steffen Thomas Museum of Art is proud to announce the opening reception of Placing the Capstone III, the third annual "College Connections" exhibition featuring gradu ating studio art majors from Professor Kristin Casaletto's capstone class at Augusta University. Twenty artists will be showcased in this group, and the works will include paintings, photography, sculpture and ceramics in styles ranging from representational still life to surrealism. The reception, 3 to 5 p.m., is free and open to the public. The museum is open Tuesday through Saturday, 11 a.m. till 4 p.m. For more information, visit www.steffenthomas.org. Friday, May 12 The Country Road Cruisers Springtime Cruise-In and Car Show will take place from 6 to 9 p.m. in downtown Mad ison. Registration begins at 5 p.m. We will close off West Jefferson Street from Main Street to the Town Park for the cars and our DJ. Spectators can enjoy the free show with cars from around Georgia, Alabama and the Caroli- nas. Car show participants pay only $15 and there will be over 20 awards and trophies. Contact Stratton Hicky at 706-818-1751, or see www.countryroadcruisers.com for more information. Saturday, May 13 The Madison in May Road Race, hosted by the Madison Lions Club and benefiting Morgan County Young Life, is once again coming to town. The race is a southern tradition in Morgan County. We will have a 5K, 10.2K and 1 Mile Fun Run. You can register to run the race on www. active.com (search for Madison in May). The Madison Artists Guild invites everyone to come and cel ebrate the unveiling of the 2017 Great Art Wall of Madison from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Madison Artists Guild Gallery on Main Street. For the second year in a row, we'll have the entire wall on display. Those who purchase $30 tickets will be in the drawing to receive one of the canvases as we dismantle the wall. So join in on the celebration. We'll have drinks and tasty treats. Tickets are now on sale. We'll only sell as many tickets as we have canvases. For more information, call Lori Williams at 770-312-3495. GREENE Thursday, May 18 Donate blood and help others at the Red Cross Blood Drive at Christ our King and Savior Catholic Church on Lake Classic Car Museum 2 nd ANNIVERSARY SATURDAY, MAY 13 th 10:00AM - 3:00PM COME SEE THE ORIGINAL BATMOBILE! 1ST LICENSED FROM DC COMICS! JOIN US FOR GOOD MUSIC, GOOD FOOD,& GOOD FUN! Sponsored by LOUIE HERRON CHRYSLER-DODGE-JEEP-RAM 170 Scott Rd. Eatonton, GA 706-991-1835 Brass Transit The Musical Legacy of Chicago July 1,2017 Oconee Driving Range, Reynolds Lake Oconee Tickets on sale - Members: April 24 Public: May 1 Century an Broadway featuring award winning Broadway vocalists Doug LaBrecque and Christiane Noll September 20,2017 The Plaza Arts Center, Eatonton Tickets on Sale - Members: July 10 Public: July 17 Holiday Wishes with Tony DeSare December 6,2017 Festival Hall, Greensboro Tickets on sale - Members: Sept. 25 Public: October 2 OPAS OCONEE PERFORMING ARTS SOCIETY For Tickets and more information: 706.467.6000 | www.0PAS.org Find us on: Oconee Parkway, sponsored by the Knights of Colum bus. The drive starts at 11:30 a.m. and ends at 5:30 p.m. Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments receive priority. If you would like to make an appointment, please contact Rich Macchia at 706-467-9324 or email at richardmac- chia@yahoo.com . Please consider donating to this worth while community cause. Monday, June 26-Sunday, July 1 This summer will mark the third year that Festival Hall hosts the Missoula Children's Theatre (MCT) summer camp in Greensboro! The camp will provide an exceptional the atrical experience for area campers ranging from rising first graders to 12th grade students. The camp week will last from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day. This year's chosen production is "Jack and the Beanstalk." The MCT tour ing productions are complete with costumes, scenery, props, and makeup. MCT touring actors and directors will conduct the camp and rehearsals throughout the week and end with a 3:00 p.m. Saturday matinee of the production. Space for the Summer Camp is limited to 60 campers. Registration for camp is now open. For registration fees and to register visit the website at www.FestivalHallga. com. You may also contact Becky Cronic at Festival Hall at 762-243- 8022. PUTNAM Tuesday, April 18-Tuesday, May 23 Young and old, fit or couch potato, everyone can benefit from the rhythms and slow movements of Tai Chi. In ad dition to strengthening muscles, and improving flexibility and balance, Tai Chi can reduce stress with its meditative focus. This class is a good way to get ready for spring and summer activities. Certified instructor A'Keti Avi- la-Mayweather is returning to teach a 6 week class on Tuesday mornings at 10 a.m. The class fee is $40. No previous experience is necessary. Just wear comfortable clothing and bring water. The class will be held in the dance classroom of the Plaza Community Center, directly behind the Plaza Arts Center in Eatonton. The classroom has a cushioned floor and mirrors to assist form. Register by going online to www.theplazaartscenter.com or call 706-923-1655. Friday, May 19-Saturday, May 20 Tickets are now on sale for "Beauty and the Beast" at the Plaza Arts Center in Eatonton. Presented by Lake Oconee Academy's sixth and seventh grade drama troupe, this charming production will run for two performances at 7 p.m. These performances of the classic tale are expected to sell out, so guests are encouraged to purchase tickets today! These can be purchased online at www.loa.tick- etleap.com, $10 for adults and $7 for students. All pro ceeds benefit the Lake Oconee Academy drama program. Saturday, May 13 Eatonton Main Street, in partnership with the Georgia De partment of Family and Children Services, is presenting a Free Family Fun day from 12 to 4 p.m. Come to the Cotton Warehouse and learn about how to foster or adopt a child. The event will feature fun activities like face painting, live music, games, prizes and bouncy houses. For more infor mation, call 1-877-210-KIDS. ATHENS/CLARKE Saturday, April 8-Sunday May 14 The Georgia Museum of Art at the University of Georgia is hosting the annual exit show for the graduating master of fine arts students at the Lamar Dodd School of Art. This year's candidates are: Thomas Bosse, Julia Megan Burchett, Ellie Dent, Jamie Diaz, Arron Foster, Meirav Coldhour, Zachary Harris, Ariel Lockshaw, Shuk Han Lui, Jonathan Nowell, Amanda Scheutzow, Stephanie Sutton and Dan Vu. The exhibit is curated by Sarah Kate Gilles- THE PERFECT RENTAL VENUE FOR WEDDINGS, EVENTS, AND MEETINGS ALICE IN WONDERLAND JR. PRESENTED BY PUTNAM COUNTY MIDDLE SCHOOL MAY 11 & 12 AT 7 PM THE JOHN CONLEE SHOW MAY 14 AT 3 PM BEAUTY AND THE BEAST JR. PRESENTED BY LAKE OCONEE ACADEMY MAY 19 & 20 AT 7 PM MEET ME AT THE PLAZA OUTDOOR SUMMER CONCERT SERIES FRIDAY, JUNE 2 = NEW DATE SATURDAY, JULY 8 AND AUGUST 12 SUMMER CAMPS (AGES 6-14) CAMP BROADWAY JUNE 5-9 ART CAMP JULY 17-21 305 N. Madison Avenue • Eatonton, GA 706-923-1655 • theplazaartscenter.com pie. For more information, visit www.georgiamuseum.org. Saturday, May 20 The Winterville Marigold Festival began over 30 years ago as a way to beautify and renovate the town and for the purpose of promoting friendship. Each year the festival features juried arts and crafts, barbecue and other food vendors, dancing and entertainment in the park, the Mari gold 10K, parade and other events. The parade begins at 10 a.m. in the Winterville First Baptist Church parking lot. For more information, visit the festival's Facebook page or go to www.marigoldfestival.com. Monday, May 22 The Athens-Clarke Heritage Foundation is pleased to present its 48th annual Preservation Awards ceremony, showcasing outstanding projects that revitalize historic places in Athens-Clarke County. See this year's best local makeovers, including small and large-scale rehabilita tions, compatible new construction in historic neighbor hoods, and creative new uses for older buildings that help reinvigorate our community. It's an exclusive behind-the- scenes look at the best preservation projects in town, and you're invited! The ceremony is from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in Athens' historic Morton Theatre and is free and open to the public. For more information, email achf@bellsouth. net or call 706-353-1801. Wednesday, May 24 The United States Air Force Airmen of Note are live on tour and will be kicking off the Memorial Day weekend by per forming a free concert at The Classic Center Theatre at 7 p.m. Complimentary tickets will be available to the public at 10 a.m. on Monday, April 17 at The Classic Center box office. This concert is part of a four day Florida-Georgia community relations tour stopping in Athens, Augusta, Savannah and Jacksonville. For more information, contact Ashley Craine at 706-357-4414. OCONEE Monday, March 20-Saturday, May 13 Help keep Oconee County beautiful during the spring Great American Cleanup volunteer and pitch-in events. Partici pate in one, all or some of the 19 events and help build a better world for today and future generations. Activities include litter pickup, recycling, and beautification. For more information, visit www.oconeechamber.org. Monday, June 26-Friday, June 30 Give your kids some quality screen-free time at the Outdoor Wilderness Day Camp at the Hardigree Wildlife Sanctuary in Watkinsville this summer. Possible activities include fishing, gun safety, hiking, conservation, camping and so on. The cost is $150 per child and registration lasts until Monday, June 12. Space is limited! Call 706-310-0088 or email sharon@hardigreewildlifesantcuary.org. BALDWIN Thursday, May 18 Every third Thursday at 5 p.m., Andalusia Farm in M i I led - geville hosts Thursdalusia, an open mic night without the mic. Bring your creative game, whether it's music, read ing, dancing or storytelling. Everyone gets five minutes of fame on the Nail House deck. For more information, call 478-454-4029. Saturday, May 20 Come to "Moonlight on the Depot" to support the Old Capital Museum and the Just Imagine Cottage in Milled- geville. The dinner will be by Keith Grant, and there will be dancing under the stars and live and silent auctions. This event is BYOB. All seats are reserved. Tickets go on sale April 20th and can be purchased from any board of trustee member by calling 478-453-1803 or stopping by the Just Imagine Cottage (located across the parking lot from the Depot), or at J.C. Grant Jewelers. Admission is $60 for museum members and $75 for non-members. Friday, May 26-Saturday, May 27 The Birdhouse Theatre, in collaboration with the Georgia College Theater and Dance Department, in downtown Milledgeville is producing Edgefest 2017, a presentation of eight 10-minute plays. The plays will be performed in downtown's The Campus Black Box Theatre. Tickets are $7 in advance and $10 at the door. For more information, visit www.birdhousetheatre.com or call 478-454-2473. FOR SHOW TIMES, PRICING, AND MORE- CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE AT WWW.PARKSIDEMAIN8.COM OR CALL (706) 999-9999 THE BALCONY BAR & GRILL IS BACK! SUPER SAVERS ON SALE NOW! COME TO THE MOVIES ANYTIME AND SAVE! BUY25 MOVIE PASSES FOR JUST $6 EACH!* "6 TIL 6" $6* FOR ALL SHOW TIMES BEFORE 6PM MONDAYTHROUGHTHURSDAY •NOT VALID FOR 3D SUPER SENIOR MONDAY - ALL MOVIES $6 FOR SENIORS (55 & OLDER) ALL DAY SIT IN STYLE: UPGRADE TO THE BALCONY & ENJOY VIP RESERVED SEATING & ENDLESS POPCORN. 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