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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.
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: 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 Enerson 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 Enerson 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.
SATURDAY, OCT. 5
What: Fall Family Fun Fest When: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Where: St. John AME Church, 220 Willie Bailey St., Eatonton More Info: Join Rev. Wayne Griffin and Women’s Missionary President Raponzel Farley for games and prizes, plus a free yard sale, with free clothing, free groceries, free school supplies, and more. And Chef CC will be on the grill with food for all! For more information call 706-623-9100 or 706-473-0508.
SUNDAY, OCT. 6
What: Sunday at the Museum Lecture Series When: 2 p.m. Where: Old School History Museum, 305 N. Madison Ave., Eatonton More Info: Join Dr. Eric Tenbus, professor of history and dean of the College of Arts and Sciences at GCSU in Milledgeville, for his talk on “The History of Beer.” Visit OSHM at The Plaza for a fascinating topic and sample some beer as well as other light refreshments following the lecture. For more information visit online at oldschoolhistorymuseum.org.
MONDAY, OCT. 7
What: Slow-Pitch Senior Softball When: 8:30 a.m. batting practice, 9-11 a.m. game (weekly, Mondays and Wednesdays) Where: Putnam County Rec Center field, 140 Recreation Park Rd., Eatonton More Info: Open to all 50-plus men, all 40-plus women. Open to anyone, pinch runners available for batters unable to run. Bring a bat and glove, or borrow one upon arrival. No set teams, divide available players upon arrival. No pressure, just show up, but please send phone number and email address to develop call/email list for when field is open or closed. Bill Warren at 470-207-1372 and SeniorSoftballover50@gmail.com.
GREENE
SATURDAY, SEPT. 28
What: Upscale Resale When: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Where: Lake Oconee Lutheran Church, 1089 Greensboro Rd., Eatonton More Info: Currently accepting donations of designer handbags, jewelry, watches, and other nice women’s accessories. Event hosted by Episcopal Church of the Redeemer with 100% of proceeds donated to Greene and Putnam counties’ food pantries. Email littlechurch2018@gmail. com or call 706-453-7171 for details on how to donate.
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.
FRIDAY, OCT. 4
What: Free Dental Care When: 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Where: Lake Oconee Dentistry, 1011 Parkside Main, Greensboro More Info: Lake Oconee Dentistry will host Smiles from the Heart, a free day of dentistry for those in need. Event attendees can choose a free extraction, filling, or cleaning that day. Dr. David Miller, an oral surgeon and owner of Lake Oconee Oral Surgery and Dental Implant Center, will also be donating his and his team’s time to help as many people as possible. Doctors and volunteers will treat the first 100 patients (more if time allows), with registration beginning at 7:30 a.m. and treatment through 5 p.m. that day. Treatment will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis. Patients must be at least 18 years old and are encouraged to dress appropriately for the weather and to bring chairs, water, snacks, etc. as they wait outside for their turns.
MORGAN
OCT. 5
What: Kel-Mac Saddle Club Show When: 9 a.m. start (rain or shine) Where: Morgan County Agricultural Center, 2380 Athens Hwy. 441, Madison More Info: Classes include hunter, western, gaited, trail obstacles, ranch riding, ranch reining, dressage on the rail, halter/showmanship, “small fry,” and more. Show sheet will be available online at kel-mac.com. General admission is free and concession food and drinks will be available.
BALDWIN
SEPT. 26-29
What: At the Wedding When: 7:30 p.m. Sept. 25-28; 2 p.m. Sept. 29 Where: Russell Auditorium, 200 N. Clark St., Milledgeville More Info: Bryna Turner’s bittersweet play is a laugh-out-loud comedy that nonetheless addresses some big issues. For anyone who has ever attended a wedding. Tickets $15 general admission; $10 GCSU staff, non-GCSU students, seniors; $5 GCSU students, kids 12 and under. For tickets visit online at tickets.gcsu.edu. For more information call 478-445-4226.
SEPT. 27 & OCT. 18, 29, 31
What: Ghosts of Milledgeville Walking Tour When: 6 p.m. depart Where: 200 W. Hancock St., Milledgeville More info: Hear about Milledgeville’s storied past during the Ghosts of Milledgeville Evening Walking Tours. Join us for a guided walking tour of some of Milledgeville’s hauntings throughout downtown. To join the tour, pre-purchase $12 tickets in advance by calling 478 452-4687 or in person at the Milledgeville Visitors Center (200 W. Hancock St.). The tour will meet at the Visitor’s Information Center.