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» Your hometown newspaper since 1861 The Eatonton Alessenger THURSDAY, JULY 24, 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 THURSDAY, JULY 24 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. FRIDAY, JULY 25 What: Downtown Farmer's Market When: 5-8 p.m. Where: Putnam County Courthouse lawn, Eatonton More Info: The Downtown Eatonton Farmer's Market is back, presented this month by Most Valuable Smiles (122 W Marion St., Eatonton). Looking for fresh produce, homemade goods, and a great way to support your community? Come out and enjoy the Downtown Farmer's Market. What: GWM Workshop Plays When: 6:30 p.m. Where: Georgia Writers Museum, 109 S. Jefferson Ave., Eatonton More Info: GWM will present a staged reading of four student-written, one-act plays Tickets $5 each at lgeorgiawritersmuseum.org/screen-writing-weekj with all proceeds going to the student writers. SATURDAY, JULY 26 What: Free Back to School Bash When: 9 a.m. to Noon Where: Jimmy Davis Park, 125 E. Hogan Blvd., Eatonton More Info: Presented by the Jimmy Davis Park Advisory Council, students can receive free back-to-school supplies, as well as enjoy a waterslide, free lunch, playground equipment, games, and more. All are welcome and encouraged to attend. What: Fiber+Bead Crochet Jewelry Class When: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Where: The Artisans Village Art Gallery, 110 Marion St., Eatonton Description: Students will work with fiber and beads in this crochet class. Learn the simple chain stitch of crocheting and add your choice of beads to create a fabulous necklace. No experience with crocheting is required. Instructor: Patti McWhorter. Register online at theartisansvillage.org/classes, SUNDAY, JULY 27 What: Back-to-School Giveaway When: 12-2 p.m. Where: Zion Covenant Fellowship Church, 404 Oak St., Eatonton More Info: Free Back-to-School supplies provided to visiting students. Email zioncovenantfellowship@gmail.com or call 706-485-9967. WEDNESDAY, JULY 30 What: Walk-In Wednesdays at GWM When: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Where: Georgia Writers Museum, 109 S. Jefferson Ave. Eatonton More Info: Visit Georgia Writers Museum each Wednesday for a free cup of gourmet coffee and enjoy the music of Anenaca Simpson or other local musicians. Monthly raffle to win a Georgia-authored book. Raffle entries to be collected each Wednesday throughout the month, with a winner drawn on the first day of each month. WEDNESDAY, AUG.5 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 are welcome. For information email shagdance1998@gmail.com. WEDNESDAYS, AUG. 6, 13, 20 & 27 What: Walk-In Wednesdays at GWM When: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Where: Georgia Writers Museum, 109 S. Jefferson Ave. Eatonton More Info: Visit Georgia Writers Museum each Wednesday for a free cup of gourmet coffee and enjoy the music of Anenaca Simpson or other local musicians. Monthly raffle to win a Georgia-authored book. Raffle entries to be collected each Wednesday throughout the month, with a winner drawn on the first day of each month. SATURDAY, AUG. 9 What: OSHM August Adventure When: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: Old School History Museum, 305 N. Madison Ave., Eatonton More Info: Bring the whole family for an afternoon of old- fashioned fun, food, and games with the Old School History Museum at The Plaza. This is the perfect time to share old memories and make new ones, especially with young ones. This event is free and open to all. For more information, visit OSHM online at oldschoolhistorymuseum.org What: Downtown Getdown When: 7 p.m. Where: City Center Stage, behind Barrel 118, North Jefferson Ave., Eatonton More Info: Presented by Eatonton Main Street, enjoy the R&B, soul, and funk of Kasper & the 911|Band.Free|to attend. Bring your lawn chairs, coolers, and dancing shoes. Food trucks and arts and crafts vendors on site at 6 p.m. SATURDAY, AUG. 23 What: Departure - Journey tribute band When: 7 p.m. Where: The Plaza Arts Center, 305 N. Madison Ave., Eatonton More Info: Celebrating over 17 years together, Departure is one of the most respected Journey tribute bands in the nation and focuses on the 1970s and '80s music of Journey. Tickets $45, $55, and $65 each, available at|app.arts-people.com/index.php?ticketing=plaza| THURSDAY, AUG. 28 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. GREENE MONDAY, JULY 28 What: Mondays in Downtown Greensboro When: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: Festival Hall, 102 N. Main St., Greensboro More Info: Every Monday in downtown Greensboro, there will be a food vendor and a free kids' activity. The munchies option for July 21 is TBD. The kids' activity will be Family Recreation. The munchies option for July 28 is TBD. The kids' activity will be Young Crime Solvers. WEDNESDAY, JULY 30 What: Back to School Bash When: Noon to 3 p.m. Where: Greene County High School gym More info: Sponsored by Greene County Family Connection. Open House following from 3-6 p.m. Come meet your teachers and see your classrooms. SATURDAY, AUG. 2 What: Community cookout and back-to-school giveaway When: 11 a.m.to 2 p.m. Where: Union Point Worship Center, 4970 Lamb Ave., Union Point More info: We will serve hamburgers and hot dogs to those in attendance, and we will give away school-related materials while supplies last. We want to send summer out with a bang and help school-age children in our community be better equipped for the school year ahead. It's a great chance to enjoy some good food, fellowship with neighbors, and have fun. We are expecting a great time and want you to be there with us. Everyone is welcome. WEDNESDAY, AUG. 13 What: Lake Country Yellow Jackets Cookout When: 6 p.m. Where: The Farm at Oconee, 1040 Oconee Heights Ln., Greensboro More Info: The 3rd annual Fall Cookout will be held at The Farm (off Carey Station Road). Enjoy fun and friendship with fellow Yellow Jacket fans. The only cost to attend is a side dish. For more information, visit Lake Country Yellow Jackets on Facebook or email lakecountryyellowjackets@yahoo. com or contact Bob Nash at bobnash100@gmail.com. THURSDAY, AUG. 14 What: The Jazz Legacy Project: Ray Charles, Jazz + Soul = Genius When: 7:30 p.m. Where: Festival Hall, 201 N. Main St, Greensboro More Info: Tickets for The Jazz Legacy Project's "Ray Charles, Jazz + Soul = Genius" start at $25 each and are on sale at festival-hall-inc.ticketleap.com, MORGAN SATURDAY, AUG. 16 What: Community Yard Sale When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: Town Park, Madison More info: People may register to put out a table and sell their houseware, toys and clothing. A $15 registration fee for sellers will help fund downtown sidewalk beautification. Contact Sarah Wibell at mainstreet@madisonga.com or 706-752-7997. A rain date of Aug. 23 has been set. UNTIL AUG. 23 What: MAG Members Exhibit and Sale When: Mon. to Sat., 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Until Aug. 23 Where: Madison Artists Guild Gallery, 125 W. Jefferson St., Madison More Info: Visit the annual MAG Members Exhibition and Sale until Aug, 23. Call 706-342-9360 for information. BALDWIN FRIDAY, JULY 25 What: Music at the Mill When: 7-10 p.m. Where: New City Church at the Mill, 224 E. Walton St., Milledgeville More info: Music at The Mill invites the community to enjoy an evening of local musical talent followed by an open jam session. Riley and Bo Davidson are the spotlight artists featuring a fun mix of country and Elvis. SATURDAY, JULY 26 What: Murals and Mimosas Walking Tour When: 10 a.m. to noon Where: Meet at the Peacock Wings, 107 W. 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