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PUTNAM
THROUGH SEPTEMBER
What: Free Prostate Cancer Blood Test When: Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Where: Putnam General Hospital, 101 Lake Oconee Pkwy., Eatonton More Info: Free PSA blood test for prostate cancer available to all males 45 and older. No appointment is necessary; just check in upon arrival at the PGH front desk. Call 706-485-2711 with any questions.
SEPT. 19-21
What: Dual Vision: Art Through Different Eyes When: Varied times daily Where: Barrel 118, 118 N. Jefferson Ave., Eatonton More Info: Dual Vision: Art through Different Eyes is an annual collaboration between The Artisans Village Guild and the Lake Oconee Photo Club. Members of The Guild recreate selected photos with any medium of their choosing. This results in a beautiful side-by-side show in downtown Eatonton, with Thursday’s 5-8 p.m. reception free and open to the public. All artwork and photos are for sale. The show continues at Barrel 118 on Friday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Dual Vision show will then move and be displayed at The Gallery through October. Other activities at Barrel 118 include Dual Vision craft cocktails on Friday evening and a Pet Portrait Painting class 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday. Visit the Dual Vision page at theartisansvillage.org for details or to register for the class.
SUNDAY, SEPT. 22
What: Hunts Chapel Church 146th Anniversary Service When: 2 p.m. Where: Hunts Chapel Church, 188 Hunts Chapel Rd., Eatonton More Info: Join the Hunts Chapel and St. John AME congregations with Rev. Troy Daniel and guest pastor Rev. Wayne Griffin in celebrating the 146th anniversary of the church. For more information, call Connie Brannon at 706-473-7857.
MONDAY, SEPT. 23
What: Chapter Chats Reading Guild When: 5-6 p.m. Where: Eatonton First Methodist Church, 103 W. Magnolia St., Eatonton More Info: The selection for September is Escape from Paris: A True Story of Love and Resistance in Wartime by Stephen Harding. All adult reading enthusiasts are welcome. Email chapterchats370@gmail.com for more information.
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 25
What: FreeNotary Training and Refresher Course When: 10 a.m. Where: Putnam County Courthouse, 100 S.
Jefferson St., Ste. 236, Eatonton More Info: In collaboration with the Georgia Superior Court Cooperative Authority (GSCCCA), Putnam County Clerk of Courts Trevor Addison will host a free notary training event. In light of recent legislative changes to Title 45, which governs notary publics, it is crucial for notaries to stay informed and up-to-date on their responsibilities. This training will cover: notary procedures, legal guidelines for Georgia notaries public, recent law changes (such as document signer identification, journal of notarial acts, required training for new notaries and those renewing, and new Putnam County notary requirements, including background checks. Visit online at putnamcourtclerk.org/training for information and to register.
THURSDAY, SEPT. 26
What: E-P Chamber Business Breakfast Series When: 8:30 a.m. breakfast; 9 a.m. program Where: The Plaza Arts Center, 305 N. Madison, Eatonton More Info: The Eatonton-Putnam Chamber of Commerce Business Breakfast Series returns, featuring Trey Rhodes, House Representative, District 124; Clint Crowe, House Representative, District 118; Rick Williams, Georgia Senate, District 25; Greg Ziesenhene, representing U.S. Congressman Mike Collins, GA District 10 (118th); Shavonda Hill, Senator Raphael Warnock’s office; Jamie Boswell, Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT). Hear firsthand from state and federal representatives as they discuss legislative updates and address key issues affecting our region. Tickets $10 each, available online from the E-P Chamber at eatonton.com.
What: An Evening in Eatonton When: 5-8 p.m. Where: Downtown Eatonton More Info: Shop and dine with friends and neighbors throughout downtown Eatonton. Be sure to pick up a punch card at participating businesses and receive a punch on the card if making a purchase of $15 or more at one business. Upon receiving five punches on the card, turn it in to be placed into a drawing for a gift basket filled with items from downtown Eatonton businesses. We will celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month throughout the event, too.
What: PCRP Candidate Forum When: 6-7:30 p.m. Where: El Sitio Mexican Grill, 106 Harmony Crossing, Ste. 5, Eatonton More Info: The Putnam County Republican Party has qualified two candidates – Jerry Swafford Jr. and Thomas McElhenney – for the vacant Putnam County District 1 Commissioner’s seat and both will introduce themselves and outline their positions and vision for the future of the county.
What: Lake Country Photography Club Meeting 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.
SEPT. 27-28
What: GWM’s Southern Fried Crime Conference When: 9 a.m. Friday through 7 p.m. Saturday. Where: The Lodge at Lake Oconee, 930 Greensboro Rd., Eatonton More Info: This two-day conference from Georgia Writers Museum brings together eight top mystery and crime writers from throughout the South for several workshops, keynotes, and networking opportunities. Cost: $300 for the full weekend. Contact Georgia Writers Museum at georgiawritersmuseum. org/southern-fried-crime-con to register and get a promo code for the GWM room block at The Lodge.
SATURDAY, SEPT. 28
What: Free GWM Meet the Author event When: 7 p.m., Doors open 6:30 p.m. Where: Georgia Writers Museum, 109 S. Jefferson Ave., Eatonton More Info: Attend this GWM Meet the Author event at no charge to hear 2023 Georgia Author of the Year (Best Mystery) Award winner Wanda Morris discuss her latest book, What You Leave Behind, set in Brunswick, Ga. Register for free online at georgiawritersmuseum.org/meet-the-author.
What: Putnam County Masons’ Charity Bass Tournament When: Dawn to 3 p.m. Where: Dennis Station Boat Ramp, Lake Sinclair, Eatonton More Info: Georgia Bass Trail is helping to host the Masonic Charity Benefit Bass Tournament this year. This tournament is a 60/40 split, with 60% of proceeds donated to support the Masonic Children’s Home of Georgia in Macon. $100 entry fee per team. Raffle tickets also available for draws after weigh-in. Food plate for each registered angler; additional plates $10 each. Visit online at georgiabasstrail.org/MasonicCharityBassTournament or call Mike Tarrer at 706-206-0216 for details.
SEPTEMBER - VARIOUS DATES
What: Various events When: Various times Where: Zion Covenant Church, 402 S. Oak St., Eatonton More Info: Sept. 14, 9 a.m., Men’s Conference; Sept. 15, 3:30 p.m., Deacon Anniversary; Sept. 22, 12 p.m., Sickle Cell Awareness; Sept. 28, 9 a.m., Women’s Conference; Sept. 29, 12 p.m., Usher Anniversary. Send email to zioncovenantfellowship@gmail.com or call 706-485-9967 for information.
TUESDAY, OCT. 1
What: Lake Oconee Quilt Guild Meeting When: 9:30 a.m. social; 10 a.m. meeting start Where: Lake Oconee Lutheran Church, 1089 Lake Oconee Pkwy., Eatonton More Info: Meetings held first Tuesday of each month. Free to attend first meeting; LOQG membership dues $30/year. For more information email secretary@loqg.org or visit LOQG.org.
What: GWM Meet the Author with Tracey Wood When: 7 p.m., Doors open 6:30 p.m. Where: Georgia Writers Museum, 109 S. Jefferson Ave., Eatonton More Info: International best-selling author Tracey Wood will present her new book, Katharine: The Wright Sister. Hear the compelling story of the real force behind the famous Wright Brothers flight in 1903 at Kitty Hawk, NC. Cost: $40; includes gourmet meal. Contact Georgia Writers Museum at georgiawritersmuseum.org to register.
OCT. 1 - 31
What: 2024 Scarecrow Contest When: All day, all month Where: Downtown Eatonton More Info: Eatonton Main Street presents its annual Scarecrow Contest to win part of more than $2,500 in cash or prizes. $25 entry per scarecrow. Business and non-business (families, civic groups, schools, etc.) categories. Winners are determined by public voting. Visit online at downtowneatonton.com/events 1/2024-scarecrow-contest-showcase for entry form and more information. Contest presented by Smith Communications.
GREENE
SATURDAY, SEPT. 21
What: Family Fall Festival When: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Where: COKAS, 6341 Lake Oconee Pkwy., Greensboro More Info: Christ our King and Savior (COKAS) Catholic Church in Greensboro has a free fall festival open to the community. Enjoy a day of free family fun, including food, games, crafts, and entertainment.
What: Rock-n-Roll Cruise In When: 4-8 p.m. Where: NorthMain Street, Downtown Greensboro More Info: Exhibition of classic and vintage cars in the heart of downtown Greensboro. Live music by John Dunn and the Jazzman.
MONDAY, SEPT. 23
What: Greensboro Garden Club Meeting When: 9:30 a.m. social, 10 a.m. business, 11 a.m. program Where: First United Methodist Church, 4741 Carey Station Rd., Greensboro
More Info: Greensboro Garden Club meets on the fourth Monday of each month, September through May. Public welcome to attend. For more information send email to vhaney1997@gmail.com. Use the church basement entrance.
TUESDAY, SEPT. 24
What: Greensboro Writers’ Guild Meeting When: 1 p.m. Where: Zoom meeting More Info: To participate in the Zoom meeting or for more information call Barb Griffiths at 706-485-2622, Kathy Wright at 706-817-0345, or Betty Liedtke at 706-991-5387.
WEDNESDAY, OCT. 2
What: Lake Oconee Shag Club When: 6-9 p.m. Where: Oconee Brewing Co., 202 N. West St., Greensboro More Info: Lake Oconee Shag Club meets the first Wednesday of each month for shag dancing, lessons, and fun. From 6-7 p.m. basic dance steps of shag are taught and 7-9 p.m. is dance time. Free for LOSC members, $5 for non-members. Oconee Brewery’s tasting room and The Burch food truck are open, too. Send email to lakeoconeeshag@gmail.com for more information.