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» Your hometown newspaper since 1861 The Eatonton Alessenger THURSDAY, AUGUST 7, 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, AUG.8 What: Christian Youth Rally When: 5 p.m. Where: Grace Independent Baptist Church, 163 Greensboro Rd., Eatonton More Info: All young people ages 12 -19 are welcome and encouraged to attend "Pointing Our Youth Toward Christ." No sign-up or registration required, all members of any churches/denominations welcome to attend fellowship and enjoy a night of old-fashioned preaching and singing with a meal to follow. Adult supervision and security provided and assured. RSVP or request information by call/text to 404-652-9809 to help ensure enough food is ordered. SATURDAY, AUG.9 What: Piedmont Amateur Radio Club Meeting When: 9 a.m Where: 234 N. Wesley Chapel Rd., Eatonton More Info: The Piedmont Amateur Radio Club will hold a monthly meeting at its radio tower site on N. Wesley Chapel Road in Eatonton. All licensed hams, non-hams, and anyone interested in becoming a licensed operator is invited and encouraged to attend. Visit online at k4par.org|or send an email with any questions to k4par.club@gmail.com. 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.orq| 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. SUNDAY, AUG. 10 What: Women's Day program at Ebenezer Baptist Church When: 11 a.m. Where: 100 Willie Bailey St., Eatonton More info: Paster Tracy Walton Rozier will be the guest speaker. WEDNESDAYS, AUG. 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. 16 What: Impressionistic Landscape Class When: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Where: The Artisans Village Art Gallery, 110 Marion St., Eatonton More Info: Immersive acrylic painting class focused on creating beautiful impressionistic landscapes. This class is designed for all skill levels, from beginners to experienced artists. Youll learn techniques to capture the essence of nature using vibrant colors and dynamic brush strokes. Instructor: April Hendricks. Register online at|theartisansvillage.org/classes| TUESDAY, AUG. 19 What: Eatonton/Putnam County Open Forum on Recovery When: 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Where: First Baptist Church, 115 N. Madison Ave, Eatonton More info: Everyone is invited to an open discussion about advancing policies and programs to advocate for people in our community impacted by the addiction epidemic. Jeff Breedlove, Strategic Policy Advisor for the Georgia Council for Recovery, will be leading the meeting. Call or text 706-817-9739 for information. 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. 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. FIRST WEDNESDAY MONTHLY 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 the 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, SEPT.3 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. SATURDAY, SEPT. 13 What: Beginning Sewing Class When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: The Artisans Village Art Gallery, 110 Marion St., Eatonton More Info: Learn how to sew a cute, little, retro apron. Bring your sewing machine or call the gallery to reserve a machine. Instructor Lu Feldman will teach students how to sew from basic patterns. Register online at|theartisansvillage.org/classes| 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 Atlanta Jazz Players. Bring your lawn chairs, coolers, and dancing shoes. Food trucks and arts and crafts vendors on site at 6 p.m. GREENE SUNDAY, AUG. 10 What: Auditions for 'Miracle on 34th Street: A Live Radio Musical' When: 2 p.m. Where: Festival Hall, Downtown Greensboro More info: Lake Country Players will hold open auditions for its upcoming holiday production. This musical adaptation brings the holiday classic to life in the style of a 1940's radio broadcast, complete with live sound effects and a spirited ensemble.The production will be directed by Leigh Lofgren, with assistant director Art Shutt, choreographer Mo Brower, and music director Michael Wells. Download audition packets at lakecountryplayers.org. 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. SATURDAY, AUG. 16 What: National Honey Bee Day When: 10 a.m. to Noon Where: Sparta-Hancock County Library, 8984 E. Broad St., Sparta More info: Join the Lake Country Beekeepers Association as local beekeepers share the fascinating world of honey bees. Enjoy delicious honey tasting, learn how bees pollinate our food, and much more. Call 706-444-5389 or email lakecountrybees@gmail.com for information. SUNDAY, AUG. 17 What: 158th Church Anniversary When: 2 p.m. Where: St. Mark A.M.E. Church,, 124 St. Mark Church Rd., Sparta More info: The St. Mark A.M.E. Church family, led by Rev. Mark A. Christmas and program chair Bro. Sherrod Kennedy, Jr., will celebrate with special guest Rev. Samuel Duggans from the Greater Level Hill Baptist Church in Crawfordville. 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. @> GEORGIA WRITERS MUSEUM IN DOWNTOWN EATONTON EVERY WEDNESDAY 10AM-3PM SCAN ME PfIRKSDE MfiIN 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: Golden Eagle Honoree Dinner & Fundraiser When: 6:30 p.m. Where: Barrel 118, 118 N. Jefferson Ave., Eatonton More Info: Attend the Golden Eagle Honoree recognition and fundraiser dinner for Putnam County's Boy Scout Troops. Dinner to include smoked BBQ chicken with salad, beans, hot vegetables, dessert, and cash bar. Event to include honoree presentations, food, fellowship, music, and silent auction. Support local scouting. For more information, to purchase tickets, or become a sponsor, contact Garrett Williams at 478-235-1689 or garrett.williams@scouting.org. 6theartisansvilloge.org Come get Ctealive wvilhvus! 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