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» Your hometown newspaper since 1861 The Eatonton dessenger THURSDAY, MAY 1, 2025 | C7 CALENDAR OF COMMUNITY EVENTS Submit your events to editor@msgrnews.com See more events and a regional events calendar online at [msgrnews.com. LOOK FOR THE CALENDAR MENU ITEM. PUTNAM FRIDAY, MAY 2 What: Crime & Wine at the Museum When: 7 p.m. (doors open 6:30 p.m.) Where: Georgia Writers Museum, 109 South Jefferson Ave., Eatonton More Info: Georgia Writers Museum partners with the Cold Case Investigative Research Institute to present Crime & Wine at the Museum. Typically a sell-out event for true crime junkies and an experience that makes you the investigator. Your chief for the evening will be Law Enforcement Hall of Fame inductee, Sheryl "Mac" McCollum, author of Cold Case: Pathways to Justice. Tickets $40 each or $35 each for two or more at georgiawritersmuseum.org. SATURDAY, MAY 3 What: PCO Charity Golf Tournament When: 8 a.m. registration, 9 a.m. instructions, 9:30 a.m. start Where: Uncle Remus Golf Course, 120 Hambone Holle Dr., Eatonton More Info: Shotgun start, 18-hole "Texas Scramble" format; $80 individual entry, $320 foursome. First, second, and third-place prizes. Entry includes golf with cart, lunch, beverage cart on course, free entry into Longest Drive/Closest to Pin contests. Mulligans $5 each, 3 for $10; 50/50 raffle $5 each, 3 for $10. Proceeds support several Putnam Christian Outreach (PCO) initiatives and programs. Sponsors needed! Visit|pcoicares.com|or call Rex Corlett at 215-510-6650, Tim Moore at 770-597-1518, or Barry Crawford at 404-631-7522 for more information or to register. What: "Peg Leg" Howell BBQ & Blues Festival When: 2-10 p.m. Where: City Center Stage, 124 N. Jefferson Ave., Eatonton More Info: Free admission to a full day of awesome blues music and authentic BBQ. Bring your lawn chairs and coolers. Visit facebook. com/events/1161764372174203 for band line-up and other details. What: 4-H Rabies Clinic When: 9 a.m. to noon Where: Putnam County Co-op Extension, 663 Godfrey Rd., Eatonton More Info: $15 per cat or dog; cash or check only. Animals must be on leash or in a cage/carrier. Call 706-485-4151 to register. THURSDAY, MAY 8 What: Georgia Power Public Interaction When: 5-7:30 p.m. Where: Lakeside Baptist Church, 1023 Milledgeville Hwy., Milledgeville More Info: Residents and users of Lakes Oconee and/or Sinclair are invited to visit with experts on a wide variety of topics, including aquatic plants, wildlife conservation, shoreline management, hydroelectric power, and recreation. MAY 8-11 What: 2025 Women's Conference When: Thursday 7:30 p.m., Friday 7:30 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m. Where: New Life Outreach Christian Center, Agnes Jenkins Drive, Eatonton More Info: This year's theme, "Warrior Women Rising from Their Ashes," speaks to the strength, resilience, and purpose of women walking boldly in faith — but not just a women's event — everyone welcome! Thursday guest speaker: Rev. Simon Jones, Texas A.M.E.; Friday guest speaker: Pastor Sonya Gordan, Grace Point Church; Sunday guest speaker: Lady Tammy Kilgore. SUNDAY, MAY4 What: OSHM Sunday at the Museum Lecture Series When: 2 p.m. Where: The Plaza Arts Center, 305 N. Madison Ave., Eatonton More Info: "Publishing Print in A Digital Age" will be presented by father-and-son team William "Dink" Nesmith and Eric Nesmith. Learn about their cutting edge approach to publishing modern-day newspapers. The event is free and open to the public. Donations to the Old School History Museum greatly appreciated. For information visit oldschoolhistorymuseum.org. SATURDAY, MAY 10 What: Mothers Against Crime Annual Banquet When: 6 p.m. Where: Elks Lodge No. 2459, 135 Industrial Blvd., Eatonton More Info: Join Mothers Against Crime to support raising money for scholarships going to Putnam County High School and Gatewood seniors, enjoy presentations by several guest speakers, plus a delicious meal. Tickets $10 each. Contact Georgia Smith at 706-485-5332 for purchase or information. What: Sebastian Cove/PCO Garage Sale When: 9 a.m. early entry with donation of food and/or toiletries for Putnam Christian Outreach; 10 a.m. general admission until 3 p.m. Where: Sebastian Cove Clubhouse, 101 Norris Lane, Eatonton More Info: Putnam Christian Outreach will be on site to accept donations of food, toiletries, or cash. Call Tracy Southerland at 843-247-3770 for information, or to donate or arrange pick up of large furniture and working appliances. GREENE SATURDAY, MAY 3 What: Church Yard Sale When: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Where: Walker United Methodist Church, 2730 Walker Church Rd., Greensboro More Info: Yard sale at Walker UMC parking lot in Greensboro benefits Circle of Love. Call 706-453-4234 with questions. MORGAN SUNDAY, MAY 4 What: Book Launch: Joshua Hill of Madison When: 3 p.m. Where: Madison-Morgan Cultural Center, 434 5. Main St., Madison More Info: Dr. Bradley R. Rice, author of Joshua Hill of Madison: Civil War Unionist and Georgia's First Republican Senator, 1812-1891, recently released by Mercer University Press, will speak about his work and take questions from the audience. Free event with all encouraged to attend. Program co-sponsored by the Morgan County Landmarks Society, the Morgan County Historical Society, and MMCC. THROUGH MAY 10 What: Spring gARTen Market When: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday Where: MAGallery, 125 W. Jefferson St., Madison. More Info: Birdhouses and birdbaths, chimes and mobiles, garden posts, frog houses, and outdoor art made by local artists can be seen or purchased at this juried multimedia exhibit. Call 706-342-9360 for more information. BALDWIN THURSDAY, MAY 8 What: Georgia Power Public Interaction When: 5-7:30 p.m. Where: Lakeside Baptist Church, 1023 Milledgeville Hwy., Milledgeville More Info: Residents and users of Lakes Oconee and/or Sinclair are invited to visit with experts on a wide variety of topics, including aquatic plants, wildlife conservation, shoreline management, hydroelectric power, and recreation. MAY 8-29 What: Oconee Artists Exhibit Where: The Marlor House, 201 N. Wayne St. More info: An exhibit for Central Georgia artists highlighting creativity across a variety of mediums. Explore a diverse collection featuring drawing, mixed media, painting, sculpture/pottery, and digital art. TUESDAY, MAY 6 What: Meet the Author with Marie Bostwick When: 11:30 a.m. (doors open 11 a.m.) Where: Georgia Writers Museum, 109 South Jefferson Ave., Eatonton More Info: NY Times bestselling author Marie Bostwick will present her just-released book, The Book Club for Troublesome Women. Ik book-themed lunch will be provided. Following Bostwick's presentation, she will be signing her book. Tickets $40 each or $35 each for two or more at|georgiawritersmuseum.org| What: Lake Oconee Quilt Guild When: 9:30 a.m. Where: Lake Oconee Lutheran Church, 1089 Lake Oconee Pkwy., Eatonton More Info: Social hour at 9:30 a.m., meeting at 10 a.m. Guild meetings are held first Tuesday of each month, Sept, to June. TUESDAY, MAY 6 What: Georgia Power Public Interaction When: 5-7:30 p.m. Where: Lakeside Church, 5800 Lake Oconee Pkwy., Greensboro More Info: Residents and users of Lakes Oconee and/or Sinclair are invited to visit with experts on a wide variety of topics, including aquatic plants, wildlife conservation, shoreline management, hydroelectric power, and recreation. MAY 6 & 20 What: Greensboro Writers' Guild Meeting When: 1 p.m. Where: Lake Oconee Church of Christ, 4700 Carey Station Rd., Greensboro More Info: For more information call Barb Griffiths 706-485-2622, Kathy Wright 706-817-0345, or Betty Liedtke 706-991-5387. WEDNESDAY, MAY 7 What: Lake Oconee Shag Club When: 6-9 p.m. Where: Bruzze Brewing, 170 Scott Rd., Eatonton More Info: The best of beach music dancing meets first Wednesday each month at Bruzze Brewing. Basic shag lessons 6 to 7 p.m., then dancing until 9 p.m. Free for club members, $5 for non-members. Single dancers welcome. For information email shagdance1998@gmail.com. WEDNESDAY, MAY 7 What: Contemplative Celtic Communion When: 6:30 p.m. Where: Episcopal Church of the Redeemer, 303 N. Main St., Greensboro More Info: Seeking a no-strings, no pre- or post-conditions church experience? Visit the first Wednesday of each month for a candlelit Christian service with gentle live music played on a piano, cello, or other "soft" instruments. Intentionally introspective, with periodic silences for meditation, reflection, and prayer. For more information call 707-453-7171 or email revbillcombs@gmail.com. FRIDAY, MAY 9 What: Stumpery Workshop When: 2 p.m. Where: Hwy. 441 S., 1534 Irwinton Rd. More info: The world's first stumpery was created in Staffordshire, England, in the mid-19th century by James Bateman. A Victorian- era obsession began. Using old stumps, root balls, ferns, mosses, and other low-light thriving plants, gardeners created unique, almost fantastical spaces all over the United Kingdom and beyond. Tickets for this event are $10 for members, and $20 for non- members. Purchase your tickets at the Lockerly Arboretum website. 6 theartisansvillage.org Come get Ctealive wvilhvus! Register online for new ART CLASSES Gallery Hours 11 -5 PM WED-FRI I 10 -3PM SAT 110 W. Marion Street in Eatonton Find us on the Square downtown SCAN ME MAY 7-8 What: Mother's Day Pop-Up Event When: Wednesday 12-7 p.m., Thursday 12-8 p.m. Where: Barrel 118, 118 N. Jefferson Ave., Eatonton More Info: Wednesday 1-3 p.m. Mad Hatter Tea Party with sandwiches and sweet treats w/Merci Cakes. ($25); 3-5 p.m. Tipsy Teacups Painting Class, beginner-friendly, all supplies provided. ($35); 5:30-7 p.m. Floral Workshop, create and take home a unique floral design w/Myrna Taylor. ($75). Thursday 12-1 p.m. Lunch & Learn, Sow with Success, a Seeking Slow guide to starting seeds. ($25); 4-5:30 p.m. Good Energy Book Club; 5-8 p.m. Live Music & Happy Hour, tea and floral-infused craft cocktails/mocktails by mixologist Melanie Schneider, with wine and beer available, too. Register for all classes at barrel!18.com. Both Days shop the Pop-Up Market featuring Rustic Attitude (boho-chic clothing and jewelry), Seeking Slow (grown-and-gathered goods from home and garden), Red Bird Farm Pottery (wheelthrown & handcrafted serving dishes and gifts), The Healing Scents (locally made, hand-poured clean soy candles), Taylor Floral Design (luxury floral and event design), and Merci Beaucoup Cakes (Food Network baking star Reva Alexander Hawk), among others. Visit barrel118.com for information or to register for classes. Book and lyrics by MARCY HEISLER Music by ZINA GOLDRICH Directed by LORA GARCIA- CARRERAS 1. X Aris BARN 1111 PLAZA ARTS CENTER Adapted from the JUNIE B. JONES Series of books by Barbara Park PARKSIDE MIIN NOW SHOWING! 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