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SATURDAY, JUNE 18
What: Photography II Class
When: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: The Artisans Village Art Gallery, 110 W. Marion St., Eatonton
More info: Follow-up class to Beginning Photography. We will review the principles of exposure: how aperture, shutter speed, and ISO are related and how you can be in control of your camera. We will also review composition principles. Instructor: Ken Johnson. For more info and to register visit, theartisansvillage.org/classes.
THURSDAY, JUNE 23
What: Lake Country Juried Art Show - Opening Reception and Awards
When: 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Where: The Artisans Village Art Gallery, 110 W. Marion St., Eatonton
More info: SAVE THE DATE. The Artisans Village Guild presents the 6th Annual Lake Country Juried Art Show. Come see the best work from our local artists. This year is by far our largest number of entries. Everyone is invited to our Opening Reception and Awards Presentation. The exhibit will be on display at the Gallery through early September. All items will also be for sale. For more information on the show visit theartisansvillage.org/events.
SATURDAY, JUNE 25
What: Writers Workshop: Becoming a New Author
When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Georgia Writers Museum
More Info: Instructor Roger Johns is the author of several books and the 2018 Georgia Author of the Year in the Detective Mystery category. The four-hour workshop is targeted for newly published authors and soon-to-be published authors.
SATURDAY, JUNE 25
What: Beginning Jewelry Making
When: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: The Artisans Village Art Gallery, 110 W. Marion St., Eatonton
More info: Turn old treasures into new pieces, or make a new pair of earrings and bracelet or necklace from scratch. Learn a bit about jewelry design and the basic construction process. Instructor: Becky Sherrell. For more info and to register visit, theartisansvillage.org/classes.
SATURDAY, JULY 9
What: Old Gospel Singing
When: 6 p.m.
Where: Putnam County Middle School
More Info: The event is sponsored by Mothers Against Crime and it is $10 a ticket.
SATURDAY, JULY 9
What: Zentangle - Art Class
When: 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Where: The Artisans Village Art Gallery, 110 W. Marion St., Eatonton
More info: Join us for an introduction to Zentangle! Zentangle is a drawing method using pens and paper designed to release your creativity and increase mindfulness and focus. Learn about the easy, low-cost method to express your inner artist, change up your crafting, and provide stress relief. Instructor: Irene Burgess. For more info and to register visit, theartisansvillage.org/classes.
SATURDAY, JULY 9
What: Makers & Movies - Christmas in July
When: 5-10 p.m.
Where: Eatonton City Center Stage, 124A North Jefferson Ave., Eatonton
More Info: Join Eatonton Main Street at the Eatonton City Center Stage for a Night Market and Movie. The market will include local arts and crafts vendors with Christmas-themed items, beginning at 5 p.m. At sundown, “This Christmas” will be shown on the lawn of the Center Stage. BYO chair or blanket. Free.
FRIDAY, JULY 16
What: Memory Walk and Sidewalk Sale
When: 5-7 p.m.
Where: City Center Stage, 118 N. Jefferson Ave., Eatonton
More info: Join us in a celebration of life as we walk and remember those we have lost. We will also be hosting a Sidewalk Sale with gently used clothing for the whole family. This event is free and open to the public.
SATURDAY, JULY 16
What: Scratchboard I - Art Class
When: 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Where: The Artisans Village Art Gallery, 110 W. Marion St., Eatonton
More info: Learn the history of scratchboard and how it has evolved into an exciting fine art medium. Students will work on exercises and then complete a project in class using stepby-step, one-on-one instruction. Instructor: Barbara Lewis. For more info and to register visit, theartisansvillage.org/classes.
SUNDAY, JULY 17
What: Free Diabetes 101 Workshop
Where: Jimmy Davis Park, Eatonton
More info: So the doctor said you have Type 2 diabetes. Now what? Come learn the basics so that you will not only survive but thrive.
SATURDAY, JULY 23
What: Drawing Skills I
When: 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Where: The Artisans Village Art Gallery, 110 W. Marion St., Eatonton
More info: This is a hands-on class focusing on composition, using a grid approach, Rule of Thirds, Perspective 1 and 2, understanding ellipticals, drawing from still life, and guidelines for drawing. Instructor: Gail Vail. For more info and to register visit, theartisansvillage.org/classes.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 13
What: August Adventure.
When: noon to 4 p.m.
Where: Old School History Museum, 305 N. Madison Ave., Eatonton
More Info: Activities for children as well as adults. The presenter will be Katy Ross of Night Song Native Plant Nursery, Canton, and the topic is: “Medicinal Plants From The Past.” There will be a native plant sale as well as an herb expert, Marsha Herren, will be on site to answer questions about growing herbs. Refreshments from the herb garden will be served. As always, the museum’s presentations are free but donations are greatly appreciated. www.oldschoolhistorymuseum.org or 706-923-1655.
GREENE
THURSDAY, JUNE 16
What: The Jazz Legacy Project – John Coltrane
When: 7:30 p.m.
Where: Festival Hall, 201 North Main St., Greensboro
More Info: John Coltrane, “The Beauty of the Struggle” featuring saxophonist John Sandfort, bassist Kevin Smith, drummer and narrator Justin Varnes, and pianist Nick Rosen will be at Festival Hall. Tickets start at $20. Call 762-243-8022, or visit www.festivalhallga.com.
FRIDAY, JUNE 17
What: Pickin’ on the Greene
When: 7 - 10 p.m.
Where: Downtown Greensboro
More Info: BYO lawn chair and enjoy Greensboro’s summer concert. This family-friendly event features children’s activities, live entertainment of toe-tapping music, shopping and dining.
SATURDAY, JUNE 18
What: Second Harvest June Food Distribution
When: 8 a.m. to 9 a.m.
Where: First United Methodist Church, 202 West Broad St., Greensboro
More info: If you need food and/or would like to volunteer, please join us on Saturday morning. We wish to thank our “Sponsor of the Month” a2b Fulfillment for making this food distribution possible. We also thank this school year’s “BackPack Sponsors of the Month” and look forward to new sponsorships when school resumes in August.
MORGAN
FRIDAY, JUNE 10-SATURDAY, JULY 9
What: A Naturalist’s View in Watercolors exhibit
When: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: MAGallery, 125 W. Jefferson St., Madison
More Info: A one-woman show of works by well-known watercolorist and teacher Leigh Ellis, who is a naturalist educated in zoology and ecology, with a Masters in Science in Biology, and who studied painting and design at the University of Hawaii and Montana State University and participated in Smithsonian Institute workshops. The exhibition may be viewed in the gallery or via the gallery’s online shop at www. themadisonartistsguild.org/shop. All works are for sale.
THROUGH SATURDAY, JULY 16
What: “Earth Bound” and “Sympathetic Magic” exhibits
When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesdays-Saturdays
Where: Madison-Morgan Cultural Center, 434 S. Main St., Madison
More Info: David Drake was an enslaved Black potter in South Carolina who produced stoneware jugs inscribed with original poetry in a time when this knowledge was a punishable offense. A second gallery installation features ceramic work by contemporary artist Zipporah Camille Thompson of Atlanta. Her work fuses old and new, referencing ancient cultures and millennial predilections.
THURSDAY, JUNE 16
What: Summer Nights Concert with The Hobos
When: 7:30-9 p.m.
Where: Town Park, downtown Madison
More Info: Bring your blankets, chairs and coolers to Town Park in downtown Madison and release your inner bohemian with some toe-tapping music from the 1910s, 20s, and 30s by The Hobohemians, of Athens. Free concert.
SATURDAY, JULY 16
What: STMA Founder’s Day Celebration
When: noon to 2:30 p.m.
Where: Steffen Thomas Museum of Art, 4200 Bethany Rd., Buckhead
More Info: Enjoy an afternoon at the STMA and support art education programs. Join guest speaker Keith Grogan, Director of the Morris Museum of Art, for a delicious lunch, refreshing beverages and amazing art. Visit www.steffenthomas.org or call 706-342-7557 to purchase tickets or for more information.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 20
What: Spoken Word Night at the STMA
When: 4:30 p.m.
Where: Steffen Thomas Museum of Art, 4200 Bethany Rd., Buckhead
More Info: Art and Poetry. Hear poets Linqua Franca, Josina Guess, and Christopher Martin, perform in conjunction with the summer exhibition Mother Tongue: The Language of Families. Free admission and open to all ages. Visit steffenthomas.org or call 706-342-7557 for more information.
BALDWIN
MONDAY, JUNE 6 - 30
What: Summer Fine Arts Academy
When: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Oak Hill Middle School and Lakeview Academy
More info: A Summer Fine Arts Academy is being hosted in partnership with the Baldwin County School District and Allied Arts. Open to students K-5 in the Baldwin School District as well as private and home schooled students. Classes will be in visual arts, musical theatre, band, and dance. There is no charge to participate. For more information, please email BCSD Fine Arts Consultant Jay Wucher at jay.wucher@baldwin.k12.ga.us
THURSDAY, JUNE 16
What: Sip & Paint JC Fine Arts Fundraiser
When: 6 p.m.
Where: GMC Atrium on South Elbert Street
More info: A fun night of instructor-led painting. Tickets are $40 and include painting materials as well as light hors d’oeuvres. Book tickets at https://www.showtix4u.com/event-details/64101
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 22
What: Ports Crossing Ribbon Cutting
When: 1:30 p.m.
Where: 106 Airport Road Northeast
More info: Join us in celebrating with Ports Crossing, LLC! It is a new build of townhomes on Airport Rd. in Milledgeville.