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PUTNAM
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 2
What: Craft Day: Design your own mask
When: 10 a.m. to noon
Where: Eatonton-Putnam County Library
More info: Every Saturday is craft time! This week come in to design your own mask.
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 a.m. to 1 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.
MONDAY, JULY 11
What: Pick up, Take, and Make Crafts: Under the Sea
When: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Where: Eatonton-Putnam County Library
More info: Every Monday is pick up, take, and make crafts! This week come in to make a craft inspired by the sea.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 13
What: Rock Eagle Day
When: 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Eatonton-Putnam County Library
More info: Staff from Rock Eagle will be visiting the library to show off some of their sea animals.
FRIDAY, JULY 16
What: Memory Walk and Sidewalk Sale When: 5-7 p.m.
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: Library of the Year Celebration
When: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Eatonton-Putnam County Library
SATURDAY, JULY 16
What: Scratchboard I - Art Class
When: 10 a.m. to 1 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.
SATURDAY, JULY 16
What: Memory Walk and Sidewalk Sale
When: 5 p.m. to 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.
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 a.m. to 1 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, who 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
MONDAY, JUNE 27- FRIDAY, JULY 1
What: Kids Bike League- A Program of the Georgia Hi-Lo Trail
When: Two Sessions [Morning - 9-11:30 a.m. and Evening - 5:30-8:30 p.m.]
Where: Greene County Recreation Department – 2741 Old Union Point Rd, Greensboro
More Info: The Georgia Hi-Lo Trail is bringing its Kids Bike League program to Greene County this summer. During the week of June 27 to July 1, kids ages three years old to high school will learn bicycle skills, from beginner level with a balance bike to advanced level skills. In addition, campers will learn the skills to mountain bike with confidence and safety from the BRAG (Bike Ride Across Georgia) Dream Team Coaches. Coaches will share their experience, expertise, and passion for cycling. Also, naturalists will teach lessons about the Georgia landscape, including identification and safety for ticks, snakes & poisonous plants. The Greensboro camp will be hosted at the Greene County Recreation Department at 2741 Old Union Point Road, Greensboro, Georgia. For the week, the camp provides a daily meal, bikes, and helmets for each camper for $75. In addition, scholarships are available for a $5 application fee. Kids can be registered for camp at www.kidsbikeleague.org. Call Mary Charles Howard at 706-338- 8054 to register or with questions about this summer camp.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 6
What: Free Shag Dancing Class
When: 6 - 8 p.m.
Where: Oconee Brewing Co., 202 N. West St., Greensboro
More Info: The first hour, 6 - 7 p.m. will be instruction on the shag basic steps, provided by Page and Tony Payne. Then dance time! No registration required, just show up ready to boogie! www.oconeebrewing.com, 706-920-1177.
MORGAN
THROUGH 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 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.
SATURDAY, AUG. 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
THROUGH JUNE 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