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PUTNAM
FRIDAY, OCT. 30
What: Crime & Wine: Killers in Costume When: Doors open 6:30 p.m.; 7 p.m. start Where: The Plaza Arts Center; 305 N. Madison Ave., Eatonton More Info: Law Enforcement Hall of Fame honoree and author Sheryl “Mac” McCollum will present another cold case to solve. Tickets $50 each. Register at georgiawritersmuseum.org.
UNTIL OCT. 30
What: 2026 Eatonton Scarecrow Contest Voting When: Until Oct. 30 Where: Downtown Eatonton More Info: The 2026 Scarecrow Contest & Showcase, presented by Smith Communications, will feature creative scarecrows crafted by local businesses, civic organizations, churches, families, and more. These festive creations are on display throughout October, with public voting determining winners. Visit Downtown Eatonton and vote for your favorites. See details at downtowneatonton. com/events-1/2026-scarecrow-contest-showcase.
SATURDAY, OCT. 31
What: E-P Chamber of Commerce R.I.P. Run When: 8-9:30 a.m. Where: Downtown Eatonton More Info: Enter the 2026 Eatonton-Putnam Chamber of Commerce R.I.P. (Run in Putnam) Run or Fun Run through the streets of downtown Eatonton. Register, start, and finish at The Livery (109 E. Marion St., Eatonton), beginning at 8 a.m. for the 5K ($35 entry, pays $500 to win; $250 second, and $125 third, plus overall and age group customized medals), or 8:30 a.m. for the Fun Run ($30 entry, all entries receive a finisher award and plushie). Run in costume and enter the Costume Contest, plus enjoy an after-run party featuring local vendors and food.
WEEKENDS THROUGH OCTOBER
What: Hayrides, Farm Store, Pumpkins & More When: Sat. & Sun.; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (weather permitting) Where: Unity Grove Farm, 261 Hwy. 212, Eatonton More Info: Visit Unity Grove Farm to enjoy an old-fashioned hayride, pick out a big pumpkin, play games, enjoy live music, take photos on old trucks and tractors, and visit the farm store with a live honey bee observation hive, and more. Hayrides $5/person. For information, text or call 404-831-2807.
SATURDAY, OCT. 31
What: Fall Festival at Stepback When: 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (weather permitting) Where: Stepback, 176 Dennis Station Rd., Eatonton More Info: Enjoy a self-guided walking tour through an 1850s-1900s community, including a general store, schoolhouse, blacksmith shop, sawmill, and several other old-timey locations. Also, syrup making, boiled peanuts, music at the church all day, and other attractions. Free admission, but donations accepted to benefit needy children at Christmas. One day only!
What: Trunk or Treat Car Show When: 5-7 p.m. (weather permitting) Where: Marshall Memorial Baptist Church, 190 Imperial Rd., Eatonton More Info: Everyone welcome! Bring your car and dress up for Halloween to hand out candy to the kids.
What: Twin Bridges Trunk or Treat When: 6-8 p.m. (weather permitting) Where: Twin Bridges Fire Station, 561 Twin Bridges Rd., Eatonton More Info: Everyone welcome! Dress up the kids for Halloween and visit the Twin Bridges volunteer fire station.
TUESDAY, NOV. 3
What: GWM Meet the Author: Katherine Reay When: Doors open 6:30 p.m.; 7 p.m. program start Where: Georgia Writers Museum, 109 S. Jefferson Ave., Eatonton More Info: Bestselling author Katherine Reay will present her new book, The Undercover Bookshop. Themed dinner served. Tickets $45 each. Register at georgiawritersmuseum.org.
THURSDAY, NOV. 5
What: Veterans Day Brunch When: 9:30 a.m. Where: Gatewood HS Bldg., 139 Phillips Dr., Eatonton More Info: All veterans are invited and encouraged to attend.
Guest speaker; brunch will be served. Contact Candi Moreno at cmoreno@gatewoodschool.com or 478-456-1175 for information.
FRIDAY, NOV. 6
What: Songwriters Night When: 5 p.m. doors open; 7 p.m. program start Where: Briarpatch Farm, 725 Pea Ridge Rd., Eatonton More Info: Benefit concert to support the Warrior Moms Support Foundation in helping mothers who have lost a child. Performers include Rachel Thibodeau, Rebecca Lynn Howard, and SJ McDonald. Details and tickets: warriormomssupportfoundation. org. $50 general admission, plus tables available.
What: Bingo Night When: 6-8 p.m. Where: Eatonton First Methodist Church, 301 N. Jefferson Ave., Eatonton More Info: Bingo event to benefit Putnam Christian Outreach and Backpack Ministry. Please bring canned goods (soup, vegetable, fruit, meat, Horizon milk packs, pop-top Beanie Weenees, etc.). Call 706-485-5871 for information.
SATURDAY, NOV. 7
What: Beginning Acrylic Painting Class When: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Where: The Artisans Village Art Gallery, 110 Marion St., Eatonton More Info: Learn about painting with acrylics. Learn and practice various techniques and create a painting. Special palette and two substrates supplied. Instructor: Linda Foster; cost $55; register online at theartisansvillage.org/classes.
WEDNESDAY, NOV. 11
What: Veterans Day Ceremony When: 11 a.m. Where: Veterans Wall of Honor Park, 304 W. Marion St., Eatonton More Info: All are invited to observe Veterans Day and hear local speakers in an always-meaningful and thought-provoking annual event.
THURSDAY, NOV. 12
What: ‘The Path Forward’ Book Launch When: 6:30 p.m. Where: Lake Country Books & Gifts, 109 Harmony Crossing, Ste. 5, Eatonton More Info: Book launch for The Path Forward: Centering who we are on Jesus, with author Monty Johnson offering honest storytelling, biblical insights, and practical wisdom. Contact Tammy Callaway at 762-220-1201 for information.
FRIDAY, NOV. 13
What: Boots & Blessings When: 6 p.m. Where: Briarpatch Farm, 725 Pea Ridge Rd., Eatonton More Info: Event to benefit Putnam Christian Outreach, includes dinner, silent and live auctions, outreach and entertainment. Country & Western attire encouraged. Tickets $50 each; $400 reserved table for 8. Visit secure.qgiv.com/event/ harvesttimesilentauction for tickets and/or to make a donation.
SATURDAY, NOV. 14
What: Piedmont Amateur Radio Club Meeting When: 9 a.m. Where: Radio Tower Site, 234 N. Wesley Chapel Rd., Eatonton More Info: The Piedmont Amateur Radio Club meets at its radio tower site. All licensed hams, non-hams, and anybody interested in becoming a licensed operator is welcome and encouraged to attend. Visit k4par.or or email k4par.club@gmail.com with any questions.
GREENE
FRIDAY, OCT. 30
What: NHN Beds for Kidz Workshop When: 12-1 p.m. Where: First Methodist Church, 4741 Carey Stn. Rd., Greensboro More Info: Join Neighbors Helping Neighbors (NHN) and First Methodist Church Greensboro-Lake Oconee in recognizing the volunteers, members, donors, and partners who helped build and deliver 1,000 beds to children in Greene and Putnam counties. Light refreshments provided. Pre-register at secure.qgiv.com/for/ neighborshelpingneighborsinc/event/1000bedcelebration.
WEDNESDAY, NOV. 4
What: St. Mary’s Good Samaritan Upscale Thrift Store anniversary When: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Where: 4980-B Carey Station Rd., Greensboro More Info: St. Mary’s Good Samaritan Hospital Upscale Thrift Store invites the community to its 1st-anniversary open house. Event is free and will include giveaways, finger foods, and shopping for art and antiques, clothing, furniture, household items, and tools, etc.
MORGAN
THROUGH OCTOBER
What: ‘Experience and Intersection’ exhibit When: Tues. to Sat. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday 1-4 p.m. Where: Madison-Morgan Cultural Center, 434 S. Main St., Madison More info: To celebrate its 50th anniversary, MMCC presents “experience and intersection” in its three upstairs galleries through October. The exhibit blends the work of artist John Cleaveland and his UGA instructor Richard “Ole’” Olsen, and revolves around a shared trip to Vietnam for both student and teacher. Call MMCC at 706-342-4743 for information.