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PUTNAM
SATURDAY, AUG. 10
What: Piedmont Amateur Radio Club Monthly Meeting When: 9 a.m. Where: Radio Tower Site, 234 N. Wesley Chapel Rd., Eatonton More Info: All ham radio operators and anyone interested in ham radio is welcome. Visit our website at k4par.org and email any questions to k4par.club@gmail.com.
What: August Adventure When: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: Old School History Museum, 305 N. Madison, Eatonton More Info: Bring the whole family for an afternoon of oldfashioned fun, food, and games, including an ice cream social, cake walks, story telling, and face painting for kids. Listen to a barbershop quartet and play fun, old-time games. It’s a perfect time to share old memories while making some new ones. Event is free and everyone is welcome. For more information, visit online at oldschoolhistorymuseum.org.
What: Writers Workshop – Crafting a Plot When: 12-2 p.m. Where: The Plaza Arts Center, 305 N. Madison Ave., Eatonton More Info: Participants will learn from Dr. Colin Wheeler of Kennesaw State University about how to graph a plot, trace out future and past events, and track flashbacks and flash-forwards easily. Mapping the plots of other novels provides insight into what ingredients make a great story. Tickets $30 at georgiawritersmuseum.org.
What: Downtown GetDown Series When: 6-9 p.m. Where: City Center Stage (behind Barrel 118), Eatonton More Info: Join Visit Eatonton and Eatonton Main Street at City Center Stage for the annual Downtown GetDown Concert series. This free-admission concert will feature a live performance by Dynamic Sounds of Phunk (R&B/Soul/Funk) with special guests John Dunn & the Jazzman Band. Bring lawn chairs, coolers (no grills), and dancing shoes for a night of good music and fun. Vendors open at 6 p.m.; music begins at 7 p.m.
SUNDAY, AUG. 11
What: Women’s Day Program When: Not provided Where: Ebeneezer Baptist Church, 100 Willie Bailey St., Eatonton More Info: Minister Sharon Young from God of Peace Ministry Church in Eatonton will deliver the Women’s Day message. Dinner will be served. Call 706-485-5540 for information.
AUG. 13, 19, 25
What: Church Events When: Various times Where: Zion Covenant Fellowship Church, 404 Oak St., Eatonton More Info: Aug. 13, Women’s ministry meeting; Aug. 19, Men’s ministry meeting; Aug. 25, Family and Friends Fun Day at 12 p.m. with events planned for entire family to enjoy. For more information email zioncovenantfellowship@gmail.com or call 706-485-9967.
WEDNESDAY, AUG. 14
What: PCRP Event When: 6 p.m. Where: Parkside Main Theater, 1050 Parkside Main, Greensboro More Info: Join the Putnam County Republican Party (PCRP) for a free public event promoting unity featuring five powerful, generational Black speakers, headlined by Civil Rights Freedom Rider and U.S. Marine Charles Person, with Dist. 56 State Representative Mesha Mainor, Rev. Michael Lancaster of the Frederick Douglass Institute, current Putnam County Board of Education candidate Charles Trumbo, and Georgia Dist. 10 Teen Republicans founder Ja’Quon Stembridge.
THURSDAY, AUG. 15
What: Flannery O’Connor Book Club When: 2-3 p.m. Where: Sylvia’s Coffee at GWM, 111 S. Jefferson Ave., Eatonton More Info: Dr. Bruce Gentry, professor of English at Georgia College, hosts this conversation about Flannery O’Connor’s A Prayer Journal. Also available to attend via Zoom call. Contact Tammie Burke of Andalusia Institute at tammie.burke@gcsu.edu for the Zoom link.
What: “Live at The Plaza” Beer Release Party When: 6-8 p.m. Where: Bruzze Brewing, 170 Scott Rd., Eatonton More Info: Be one of the first to try “Live at The Plaza,” a refreshing blonde ale brewed by Bruzze Brewing in collaboration with Visit Eatonton and The Plaza Arts Center. This special beer celebrates the vibrant artistic energy of the Eatonton community. Local musician Justin Huff will perform and a food truck will be onsite, too. This is a free event to attend.
SATURDAY, AUG. 17
What: Georgia Trust Expedition When: 10 a.m. Where: The Plaza Arts Center (305 N. Madison Ave.) More Info: Following an introductory presentation at The Plaza, the Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation will showcase the history and architecture of Eatonton-Putnam County through a self-traveled tour of approximately 20 local homes and sites. Tickets (including lunch and reception) are $75 each for Georgia Trust members; $100 non-members, or $40 each for tour-only. Visit GeorgiaTrust.org or call 404-885-7812 to purchase.
MONDAY, AUG. 19
What: Chapter Chats Reading Guild When: 5-6 p.m. Where: Eatonton First Methodist Church, 103 W. Magnolia St., Eatonton More info: Chapter Chats Reading Guild meets the third Monday of each month to discuss secular titles selected from various sources. Email Karen Williamson at chapterchats370@gmail.com for more information.
FRIDAY, AUG. 23
What: Crime & Wine Experience When: 7 p.m. (doors open 6:30 p.m.) Where: The Plaza Arts Center, 305 N. Madison Ave., Eatonton More Info: There is no more exciting “whodunit” than a cold case. If you’ve ever wanted to try your hand at cracking the code on an unsolved mystery, now is your opportunity. Your chief for the evening will be Law Enforcement Hall of Fame honoree Sheryl McCollum, author of Cold Case: Pathways to Justice. Tickets $30, available at georgiawritersmuseum.org.
GREENE
FRIDAY, AUG. 9
What: Wine, Wags & Whiskers When: 6:30-9:30 p.m. Where: Oconee Brewing Co., 202 N. West St. More Info: Enjoy an unforgettable evening celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Lake Oconee Humane Society (formerly Oconee Regional Humane Society). The evening will feature live music by Eric Dodd and Matt VanZant, complimentary wine provided by Rescue Dog Winery and a special edition of LOHS beer, available for purchase from Oconee Brewing Company. Savor delicious cuisine while participating in silent and live auctions. Visit online at LOHSpets.org to purchase tickets and learn more about the event or call 706-454-1508.
AUG. 1114
What: Church Events When: Various times Where: Island Creek Baptist Church, 4258 Island Creek Church Rd., Sparta More Info: Aug. 11, 11 a.m., Homecoming with covered-dish lunch following service, guest speaker Brad Marchman of Georgia Baptist Mission Board; Aug. 12-14, 7 p.m. revival services with guest speaker Quillian “Q” Mercer. Visit online at islandcreekbaptistchurch.com/Contact-Us for more information.
WEDNESDAY, AUG. 14
What: PCRP Event When: 6 p.m. Where: Parkside Main Theater, 1050 Parkside Main, Greensboro More Info: Join the Putnam County Republican Party (PCRP) for a free public event promoting unity featuring five powerful, generational Black speakers, headlined by Civil Rights Freedom Rider and U.S. Marine Charles Person, with Dist. 56 State Representative Mesha Mainor, Rev. Michael Lancaster of the Frederick Douglass Institute, current Putnam County Board of Education candidate Charles Trumbo, and Georgia Dist. 10 Teen Republicans founder Ja’Quon Stembridge.
THURSDAY, AUG. 15
What: Lake Country Beekeepers Association When: 6:30 p.m. Where: Sparta-Hancock Library, 8984 E. Broad St., Sparta More info: Guest speaker Roger Kicklighter will present, “Let me introduce you to the Buckfast Queen.” LCBA meets the third Thursday of each month. All are welcome. Bring any beekeeping questions and find many experienced beekeepers glad to help. Call 706-444-5389 or email lakecountrybees@gmail.com for more information.
THURSDAY, AUG. 22
What: Jazz Legacy Project: Charlie Parker When: 7:30-9 p.m. Where: Festival Hall, 201 N. Main St., Greensboro More Info: Tickets start at $25 for general admission. For tickets and more information, visit online at festivalhallga.com.
MORGAN
SUNDAY, SEPT. 15
What: Pistons for Paws Car & Aircraft Show When: 11 a.m. start Where: Madison Municipal Airport, 1245 Airport Industrial Blvd., Madison
More Info: Free admission, entry fee to show vehicle is $20 plus one item to aid the Morgan County Humane Society (i.e. liquid laundry detergent, bleach, Purina dry puppy food or wet kitten food, scoopable cat litter). For more information, call MCHS at 706-343-9977.
BALDWIN
AUG. 10, 17, 24
What: Young Eagles Workshops When: 2 p.m. Where: Baldwin County Regional Airport More info: EAA Chapter 1685 hosting an immersive Aviation Workshop learning experience at Baldwin County Regional Airport. Workshop modules include three days of theoretical and practical activities on the following topics: About Airplanes; Aerodynamics of Flight; and Aviation Communication; Compass Headings; Flight Instruments; Pilotage & Sectional Charts; and Weather Basics; Traffic Patterns; and Aircraft Building. $10 registration fee to cover workshop materials, snacks and drinks. An EAA completion certificate will be awarded after completion of all modules. Visit youngeaglesday.org/?yedetail&event=8GHf3Ugo6 to register or call Roberto Hornung at 678-772-7947 for information.
WEDNESDAY, AUG. 14
What: Bottom Line Business Conference When: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Where: GCSU Peabody Auditorium, West Montgomery Street, Milledgeville
More Info: Presented by the GCSU Department of Inclusion & Belonging, J. Whitney Bunting College of Business, Milledgeville Chamber of Commerce, and sponsored by Georgia Power, this free, one-day conference will offer a panel discussion, breakout sessions, and a keynote luncheon that will include business professionals sharing key insights on ways they have advanced Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) practices within their work cultures. Conference registration is free and will include lunch and door prizes. For information contact Jennifer Birch at 478-445-7441.