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» Your hometown newspaper since 1861 The Eatonton dessenger THURSDAY, MAY 15, 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 SATURDAY, MAY 17 What: 13th annual Lake Sinclair Pirate Parade When: 2 p.m. start Where: Little River Marina, Hwy. 441 Bridge, Milledgeville More Info: Join the Pirates of Lake Sinclair for a mid-afternoon cruise from annual sponsor Little River Marina to annual sponsor Crooked Creek Marina, where prizes will be awarded for Best Decorated Ship, Best Dressed Crew, and Best Pirate Pet, among several others. Visit "The Pirates of Lake Sinclair" page on Facebook for details, updates, and inspiration. What: Bogey and The Viceroy Concert When: 2 p.m. Where: The Plaza Arts Center, 305 N. Madison Ave., Eatonton More Info: New Orleans native Tyron "Bogey" Thornton and his band, The Viceroy, cover classic soul and R&B from every era along with retro rock/pop and today's dance party hits and chart toppers. Outdoor show on The Plaza lawn. General admission tickets $25, VIP tickets $50, available at plazacenter.org or by calling 706-923-1655. SUNDAY, MAY 18 What: First Novels: Workshop with Catherine Burroughs When: 1-4 p.m. Where: Georgia Writers Museum, 109 S. Jefferson Ave. Eatonton More Info: Learn the techniques for taking a manuscript from publication to marketing to publicity to finding a literary agent. Tickets $35 each at|georgiawritersmuseum.org| MONDAY, MAY 19 What: Eatonton-Putnam Chamber Games When: 10 a.m. start Where: Lake Oconee Presbyterian Church, 113 Scott Rd., Eatonton More Info: Sign up a team of four and get entry into the competition, custom team shirts (first come, first served on colors!), lunch for the team plus snacks and drinks all day, and prizes for the winners. Whether coworkers, friends, or family members, all players must be 18 or older. Come ready to compete, connect, and create lasting memories with your crew. Entry fee $250 per team. Visit|eatonton.com/signature-| events/chamber-games for more information and to sign up. What: Legislative Forum When: 6 p.m. Where: El Sitio Mexican Grill, 106B Harmony Crossing, Ste. 5, Eatonton More Info: Outbrief of Georgia's 2025 Legislative Session with Senator Rick Williams and State Representatives Trey Rhodes and Dale Washburn. TUESDAY, MAY 20 What: Red Cross Blood Drive When: 1-6 p.m. Where: 7th Day Adventist Church, 232 Pea Ridge Rd., Eatonton More Info: Held in honor of church member Shaundresa Fields, who requires regular plasma transfusions due to a diagnosis of Myasthenia Gravis. For more information or to make a blood donation appointment, call or text 478-457-4456 or 706-485-8921, or sign up online at|redcrossblood.org| THURSDAY, MAY 22 What: Lake Country Photography Club When: 7-8:30 p.m. Where: The Peoples Bank Community Room, Harmony Crossing, Eatonton More Info: Monthly club meeting for member education and skills development. The club welcomes photographers of all levels of expertise and experience from Lake Country and beyond. Send email to lcpc01234@gmail.com for more information. MONDAY, MAY 26 What: Memorial Day Service When: 11 a.m. Where: Putnam County Veterans Wall of Honor Park, 306 W. Marion St., Eatonton More Info: The American Legion and VFW invites all veterans and members of the community to Putnam County Veterans Wall of Honor Park for a Memorial Day Ceremony. WEDNESDAY, JUNE 4 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. TUESDAYS, UNTIL JULY 8 What: Griefshare When: 4-5:30 p.m. Where: Lake Country Baptist Fellowship Hall, 1259 Crooked Creek Rd., Eatonton More Info: 13 sessions on Tuesdays, April 15 to July 8. Register at|griefshare.org| WEEKLY: TUESDAYS AND THURSDAYS What: Lake Oconee Duplicate Bridge Club When: 1 p.m. Where: The Plaza Arts Center, 305 N. Madison Ave., Eatonton More Info: Join LODBC players from Milledgeville to Watkinsville each Tuesday and Thursday for American Contract Bridge League-sanctioned $6 games. ACBL Masterpoints awarded. All are welcome to join and play, no matter your age. Please arrive by 12:45 p.m. so directors can set up the game for a prompt start. Email lodbclub1@gmail.com for more information. GREENE FRIDAY, MAY 16 & 23 What: Union Point Museum When: 11 a.m.to 2 p.m. Where: 616 Sibley Ave., Union Point More Info: Open in recognition of Historic Preservation Month, the Museum offers a rich collection dating from the Civil War to the present. For information call 706-486-4102. TUESDAY, MAY 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 28 What: Rug-Hooking Workshop When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: Greene Co. Library, 610 S. Main St., Greensboro More Info: Learn something new in this hands-on workshop. All supplies provided; for adults only. For more information, call 706-453-7276 or visit|azalealibraries.org/gr-county-library.| MONDAY NIGHTS What: Greensboro Al-Anon Family Group When: 7-8 p.m. Where: Lakeside Church, 5800 Lake Oconee Pkwy., Greensboro More Info: Al-Anon Family provides a mutual support group for people who have been affected by a loved one's drinking. 4TH MONDAY MONTHLY (EXCEPT DEC.) What: Washington Civil War Round Table When: 6 p.m. Where: Pope Conference Center, 48B Lexington Ave., Washington More Info: History group with no agenda except to meet and learn history of the mid-1800s. Welcome all who like history. Cost $17 and includes wine, dinner, and speaker. Contact cosbysmith@hotmail.com for information. MORGAN MAY 16-17 What: Madison in May Tour of Homes When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days Where: Madison-Morgan Cultural Center, 434 S. Main St., Madison More Info: Madison-Morgan Cultural Center presents the 2025 Madison in May Tour of Homes. Self-guided tour features several historic and traditional Madison homes. Early bird tickets $30 each until May 9; after May 9, $40 each atlapp.arts-people.com/ index.php?show. Discount rates for groups of 15-plus tickets. SATURDAY, MAY 17 What: Kel-Mac Saddle Club Horse Show When: 9 a.m., rain or shine. Trail classes 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.; western classes after lunch. Where: Morgan County Agricultural Center, 2380 Hwy. 441, Madison More Info: Kel-Mac Saddle Club hosts horse shows to help novice riders of all ages and their horses prepare for higher- level showing. Classes include hunter/jumper, western, halter/showmanship, beginner and open classes, trail classes, and more. For information visit kel-mac.com. BALDWIN FRIDAY, MAY 16 What: Swing a Club for CASA When: Registration 9:30 a.m., Shotgun start 11 a.m. Where: The Club at Lake Sinclair, 3700 Sinclair Dam Rd., Milledgeville More Info: Ocmulgee Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) will hold “Swing A Club for CASA" golf tournament. Fees: $150 per player, $600 per team. Visit bitJy/2025CASAGOLF to register. All proceeds benefit foster children in the Ocmulgee Judicial Circuit. Email FriendsOfOcmulgeeCASA@gmail.com for information. MAY 16 AND 17 What: Depot Deals (indoor estate sale) When: Friday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: Old Supply Depot, Central State Hospital, Milledgeville More Info: Over 6,000 square feet of gently used, recently stocked estate sale furniture, home decor, kitchenware, and more. You must be 18+ years old to enter the depot building. For further information email thedepotga@gmail.com or call 478-453-1803. SATURDAY, MAY 17 What: Heritage Hustle 5K/1K Fun Run When: 8:30 a.m. Where: Old Supply Depot parking lot, Central State Hospital, Milledgeville More Info: Fundraiser supporting Georgia's Old Capital Heritage Center at The Depot. Hustle for history through the old Central State Hospital campus roads. Register online at HeritageHustle5K. com. Walk-up registrations accepted before 8 a.m. For information email thedepotga@gmail.com or call 478-453-1803. h theartisansvillage.org Come get Ctenlive with us! Register online for new ART CLASSES Gallery Hours 11 - 5 PM WED-FRI | 10 -3 PM SAT 110 W. Marion Street in Eatonton Find us on the Square downtown SCAN ME SATURDAY, MAY 31 What: Habitat for Humanity Putnam Block Party When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Where: Habitat Putnam ReStore, 866 Harmony Rd., Eatonton More Info: Join HFH Putnam as it celebrates one year at its new Habitat ReStore location. Stop by for a day of free food, live music, and big savings. Jam Fam will be rocking live; free hotdogs and burgers all day; 20% off Summer Sale and special discounts; every purchase, donation, and volunteer hour helps build affordable housing in Putnam County. JUNE 3-5 What: Vacation Bible School Summer Camp When: 4:30-7:30 p.m. daily Where: New Life Outreach Christian Center, 206 Agnes Dr., Eatonton More Info: Classes consist of engaging bible lessons, fun and interactive activities, escape room experience, and youth mental health sessions. Night of worship Friday at 7 p.m. Open to all youth. Tuesday, June 3 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. THE PLAZA ARTS CENTER $30 PARKSIDE MIIN NOW SHOWING! GW GEORGIA WRITERS MUSEUM 109 S. Jefferson Ave Eatonton, GA 31024 Thursday - Saturday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM www.georgiawritersmuseum.org AUDIO BOOKS Listen & support our bookstore A percentage of every audiobook you purchase directly supports Georgia Writers Museum! • Libro fm FOR 6TH-12TH GRADERS For students who are interested in furthering their art skills. This is a more advanced art camp that will hone skills in pottery, painting and more. SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE! Call 706-923-1655 to register PLAZACENTER.ORG SHADOW FORCE JULIET & ROMEO A MINECRAFT MOVIE THUNDERBOLTS SINNERS FIND THE ACCOUNTANT SHOW TIMES FOR 5/16 THROUGH 5/22 as 0% CHECK OUR WEBSITE FOR MOVIE TIMES PARKSIDE MAIN 8 WWW.PARKSIDEMAIN8.COM 1050 PARKSIDE MAIN GREENSBORO 706-999-9990 THE SHOW HEIST GO ON!
