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Page B6 Lake Oconee News Friday, November 23,2017 Community Calendar Send us your events! The deadline is Monday at 1 p.m. news@lakeoconeenews.us il il - trm MORGAN ping. Santa Claus will be in town from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. followed by a magic show at 1:30 p.m. Bedford Falls. Tickets are $20. Visit www.theplazaartscenter. com or call 706-923-1655. Ongoing through Dec.30 The Magnificent Madison Show will be held at the Madison Artists Guild Gallery, consisting of works by the artists of the Madison Artists Guild. The works will be on display Tuesday through Saturday from 11 a.m. until 6 p.m. through Dec. 30. For more information call 706-342-9360. Friday, Dec. 1 Kick off the Christmas season at our Ornament Exchange at the Madison Artists Guild Gallery on Dec. 1 from 6 to 8 p.m. Bring a handmade ornament (whether by your hand or not) to exchange for another handmade ornament. It's always fun to see what you take home. For more information call 706-342- 9360. Saturday, Dec. 2 The Rutledge Christmas Festival will be held from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. Join the celebration in the park for food, fun and shop- SATURDAY • DECEMBER • 2 nd 10:00 AM -3:00 PM* FREE TO THE PUBLIC (fee to enter museum) Win a Classic co/g\/i= I i t=. Raffle Drawing 1:45pm CRUISE-IN FOR: Food • Music • Drinks • Door Prizes • Silent Aution Live Auction • FUN FOR ALL! AUCTION: HUNDREDS OF ITEMS *Bring your car to Memory Lane by 9:00 am; after cars are shown, we will parade them through the neighborhood. 170 Scott Road, Eatonton, GA • (706) 991 -1835 Proceeds will benefit Children’s Christmas programs throughout the lake country area LIKE US ON FACEFOOK n The Eatonton Cotton Warehouse is extremely spacious and will give your party a rustic feel. Fully renovated & ready for your New Year’s Eve party! 118 N. JEFFERSON AVE. EATONTON, GA. Call to make your Q/C/C fTT/T AA (“4 reservation now! \J vf www.eatontoncottonwarehouse.com OPAS OCONEE PERFORMING ARTS SOCIETY Holiday Wishes with Tony DeSare December 6, 2017 Festival Hall, Greensboro Tickets on Sale Members: Sept. 25/Public: Oct. 2 Celebrate the Season with renowned musician Tony DeSare. Oconee Idol Finals January 28, 2018 Festival Hall, Greensboro Tickets on Sale Members: Nov. 20 /Public: Nov. 27 Who will be the next Oconee Idol? YOU DECIDE! Vote for your favorite Idol LIVE at the Oconee Idol Finals. The Texas Tenors March 9, 2018 The Plaza Arts Center, Eatonton Tickets on Sale Members: Jan 3 / Public: Jan 10 Breath-taking vocals and humor mixed with cowboy charm creates an unforgettable show. For Tickets and more information: Findu^n: 706.467.6000 | www.0PAS.org ■■ Sunday, Dec. 3 The Community FHoliday Concert will be held Sunday, Dec. 3, at 3 p.m. The community shines as locals perform in a holiday concert. As an annual highlight of the holiday season, the Mid dle School Jazz Band, the High School Choir, Pointe of Grace Dance Academy, Calvary Majestic Choir and other talented groups and individuals will perform holiday favorites on the Center's stage. This holiday concert is a free ticketed event. The donation of a canned good for the Caring Place is encour aged. The center will be raffling off a Christmas wreath donat ed by Jack's Creek during the concert. Raffle tickets are $5. Saturday, Dec 9 Madison Artists Guild presents its 2017 Gingerbread Workshop at the Madison Morgan Cultural Center Hall on Foster Street from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Ms. Claus, Santa's elves and the Ice Princess will make this a magical Christmas event for all ages. Contest for 11- to 14-year olds for best Gingerbread House. Winner takes home $50. Sign up at MAGallery, 123 S Main Street in Madi son. Advance tickets for Guild members are $15 per house. $17 per house for non-guild members. Tickets purchased at the door are $20. 706.342.9360. The 36th annual Madison Christmas Rush Classic sponsored by the Rotary Club of Morgan County will be held Saturday, Dec. 9., including a 5K, 8K and one-mile fun run. Register online at www.active.com or contact us at christmasrushclassic@gmail. com for an application. Tuesday, Dec. 12 The Rotary Club of Morgan County and the Red Cross will be holding a community blood drive on Dec. 12 from noon until 6 p.m. at the Madison Presbyterian Church. Friday, Dec. 22 The cultural center will wrap up its holiday performances on Fri day, Dec. 22, with Atlanta Symphony Orchestra Holiday Con cert sponsored by Bank of Madison and Jim Boyd & Associ ates. The award-winning Atlanta Symphony Orchestra (ASO), including a sing-along of familiar holiday tunes, will present holiday and classical favorites. Experience this Madison holiday tradition first-hand and understand the power of the season of giving through music and community. Tickets are $55 for members, $65 for non-members and $35 for students. GREENE Wednesday, Nov. 29 St. Mary's Good Samaritan Hospital invites everyone to the third annual lighting of the Love Lights Tree on Wednesday, Nov. 29 at 5:30 p.m. in the hospital atrium at 5401 Lake Oconee Parkway, Greensboro. Friday, Dec. 1 Greensboro's Christmas tree lighting celebration will take place on the Courthouse lawn from 6-8 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 1. There will be an old-fashioned hayride through town, and your favorite holiday tunes sung 'round the tree. Greensboro's Tree Lighting event is a family favorite for the Lake Oconee area with an evening of music, food, holiday fun, and of course Santa. PUTNAM Tuesday, Nov. 28 What: It's a Wonderful Life: Live from WVL Radio Theater When: 7:30 p.m. Nov. 28 Where: The Plaza Arts Center, 305 N. Madison Ave., Eatonton More info: The Plaza brings this clever stage adaptation of the quintessential holiday classic, "It's a Wonderful Life," which breathes new life into the poignant story of George Bailey and UPCOMING EVENTS It's A Wonderful Life: Live From WVL Radio Theater Tuesday, November 28 Show at 7:30 PM - Tickets $20 Christmas on the Avenue Sunday, December 3 Shows at 4:00 and 6:30 PM - FREE The Drifters Thursday, January 18 Tickets on sale soon! Plaza Partners get exclusive membership benefits. Join or renew today for advance ticket purchasing, invites to members-only events, season passes to outdoor concerts, and more! 305 N. Madison Avenue | Eatonton, GA 706-923-1655 | theplazaartscenter.com Friday, Dec. 1 What: "Elf Night" dinner, movie and activities When: 6-9 p.m. Dec. 1 Where: Putnam County Recreation Department More info: Enjoy a movie with the elves, as well as crafts and music. Photograph opportunity with the elves and Santa with all the Christmas decorations. The movie "Elf" will be present ed. The cost is $5. Call Putnam Recreation, 706-485-8565, for more information. What: Putnam County Board of Commissioners When: 9 a.m. Dec. 1 Where: 117 Putnam Drive, Eatonton More info: Call for more info 706-485-5826 What: Frosty Friday When: 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Dec. 1 Where: Harmony Crossing More info: Santa Claus will be on hand with live music from Ron nie Pittman. Shops will remain open with specials, and there will be giveaways. BALDWIN Wednesday, Dec. 6 to Friday, Dec. 15 Milledgeville Main Street is proud to announce the Polar Express Trolley Ride is back for a second year. Take a magical ride on the Polar Express Trolley after purchasing a golden ticket. A trolley conductor will then take riders on a magical journey to the North Pole. Board the trolley at the Visitor's Center and listen to Liam Neeson's reading of "The Polar Express" by Chris Van Allsburg and interact with characters from the movie. Upon arrival at the North Pole, disembark and visit with Santa. He will be giving true believers the first present of Christmas. Hot chocolate and cookie refreshments are also included. Tickets for Wednesday and Thursday trolley rides are $10 each, while Friday trolley rides are $15. Departure times are 6 p.m., 6:30 p.m., 7 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. There is a limit of six tickets per adult. Saturday Dec. Phillip and Nathan return to Amici Milledgeville on Dec. 9 from 11 p.m. to 2 a.m.to bring the tunes for a good time. The duo will play everything from Southern Rock to 90s hits. OCONEE Friday, Dec. 1 The Oconee Cultural Arts Foundation's (OCAF) annual Holiday Market will open Dec. 1, offering gift buyers an opportunity to select unique art and crafts objects from 70 of the region's most gifted artists. The market will include pottery, paintings, fiber art, stained and fused glass, jewelry, sculpture, photog raphy, woodwork and more. The Market is open Friday, Dec. 1, 5 to 8 p.m. and Saturday, Dec. 2, and Sunday, Dec. 3, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission for all three days is $3 for adults. Children under 16 get in free. There will be plenty of free parking. The Artists' Shoppe will remain open Tuesday and Saturday through Dec. 22. For more information, visit OCAF. com, email info@ocaf.com or call 706-769-4565. ATHENS-CLARKE Friday, Nov. 24 Athens on Ice: Athens, Georgia's only indoor/outdoor ice rink, is almost open for the season. The Classic Center is home to an indoor NHL-sized ice skating arena and outdoor skating pavilion. From Nov. 24 to Jan. 15, the rink will be indoors, then moved to the outdoor pavilion from Jan. 29 to Feb. 25. With multiple public skating sessions every day, adults only public skating and drop-in hockey, this winter staple is perfect for the whole family to enjoy. Thursday, Dec. 7 Dr. Jennifer Cruse-Sanders will discuss how botanic gardens can help create networks for effective plant conservation when the Oconee Rivers Audubon Society holds its next meeting. Snacks and socializing will begin at 6:15 p.m. and the presentation will begin at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 7, in the Gardenside Room at the State Botanical Garden of Georgia. SHOW TIMES FOR 11/22 THRU 11/28 BAD MOMS CHRISTMAS R 12:1 OP 2:35P 5:05P 7:20P DADDY'S HOME 2 PG1 11:55A 2:20P 4:35P 7:35P JUSTICE LEAGUE PG1 11:00A 11:35A 1:30P 2:05P 4:05P 4:40P 6:35P 7:15P JUSTICE LEAGUE 3D PG1 *9:1 OP COCO PG13 11:20A 1:55P 4:30P 7:20P STAR WARS: THE LAST JEDI PG13 *7:00P MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS PG13 11:45A 2:1 OP 4:45P 7:1 OP THE STAR PG THOR: RAGNAROK WONDER 12:05 2:30P 5:00P 7:30P 11:00A 1:40P 4:20P 7:00P 12:00P 2:25P 4:55P 7:25P *FRI& SAT ONLY 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! 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