PUTNAM
SATURDAY, OCT. 1
What: Blessing of the Animals When: 2-4 p.m. Where: All Angels Episcopal Church, 405 N. Jefferson Ave., Eatonton
More info: St. Francis, patron saint of animals, loved all creatures great and small. Bring your pets to All Angels to receive a blessing from the pastor and enjoy fellowship with other pet lovers. For information, phone or text to 713-409-9164. What: 22nd annual Taste of Eatonton When: 5-9 p.m. Where: The Plaza Arts Center More Info: The Taste of Eatonton is back and we have missed the food as much as we have missed the attendees! Visit tasteofeatonton.com for information on tickets, vendor, sponsorship, and car show registration information. Come join us and help celebrate small businesses, bring your appetite and join us for the area’s largest foodie event of the year! What: How to Write a Cookbook Workshop When: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Where: Georgia Writers Museum, 109 S. Jefferson St., Eatonton More Info: This workshop will be taught by Susan Puckett, a James Beard-nominated food journalist, author of several books and formerly the food editor for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution for nearly 19 years. $45 fee; contact GWM at georgiawritersmuseum.org to register.
SUNDAY, OCT. 2
What: Wesley Chapel Bicentennial Celebration When: 11 a.m. Where: Wesley Chapel United Methodist Church, 420 Sparta Hwy. More Info: All are invited to join the Wesley Chapel UMC congregation as they celebrate the church’s 200th anniversary. The worship service in the sanctuary will be followed by a barbecue dinner on the grounds outside under a tent. For more information, call 706-484-0907
UNTIL OCT. 3
What: Ferst Readers Fall Fundraiser and Raffle When: Drawing at 7 p.m. Where: Lake Oconee Bistro, 1130 Lake Oconee Pkwy., Eatonton More Info: 2 WAYS 2 WIN: Purchase a raffle ticket for $36 and you win (1) by sponsoring a young child to receive a book each month for a year, and you win (2) by having a chance at one of 20 prizes. Tickets can be purchased from any Ferst Greene or Putnam County community action team member, from Cathy Mize 478-454-7150, Diana O’Keefe 706-467-3765, or Carol Kuhn 443-867-2012. If you would like to adopt a reader without entering the raffle, visit: bit.ly/GreenePutnamAdoptaReader
EACH FRIDAY IN OCT. AND SATURDAY, OCT. 8
What: Crime and Wine experience When: 7 p.m. Where: Georgia Writers Museum, 109 S. Jefferson St., Eatonton More Info: Directed by Emmy-winning crime scene investigator Sheryl McCollum, each night attendees will attempt to solve real cold cases using a special “murder box.” McCollum is the author of Cold Case: Pathways to Justice and the founder/director of Cold Case Investigative Research Institute. $45 fee; contact GWM at georgiawritersmuseum.org to register. ($20 discount if registering for both Ghost Hunting and Wine and Crime.)
SUNDAY, OCT. 9
What: Sunday at the Museum lecture When: 2 p.m. Where: Old School History Museum at The Plaza Arts Center, 305 N. Madison Ave., Eatonton
More Info: Dr. W. Rawlings, retired physician and award-winning author, will share fascinating stories from his latest book,
Lighthouses of the Georgia Coast. He will be signing his books afterward. As always, the museum’s presentations are free, but donations are greatly appreciated. Light refreshments after the lecture. More updates available at: oldschoolhistorymuseum.org
TUESDAY, OCT. 11
What: Meet the Author, John Pruitt When: 7 p.m. (doors open at 6:30 p.m.) Where: Georgia Writers Museum; 109 S. Jefferson St.; Eatonton More Info: John Pruitt will be presenting on his book, Tell It True: A Novel based on the media response to the 1964 murder by the KKK of LTC Lemuel Penn and two other reserve officers near Athens and the trials that followed. $45 fee; contact GWM at georgiawritersmuseum.org to register.
FRIDAY, SEPT. 30
What: Stars, Stripes and Smiles When: 8 a.m. to 5p.m.; appointment required Where: Lake Oconee Dentistry, 1011 Parkside Main, Greensboro More Info: A free day of dentistry for all active and retired military members, as well as law enforcement, firefighter, DNR and EMS personnel. Patients do not have to be prior or current patients of Lake Oconee Dentistry or Lake Oconee Oral Surgery to receive treatment. Call 706-453-1333 to secure an appointment time.
SATURDAY, OCT. 1
What: Upscale Resale When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: Lake Oconee Community Church More info: Gently used handbags, many designer names.
Fashion jewelry for all occasions at Bargain Prices. We turn handbags and jewelry into cash and give it to Greene and Putnam County food pantries.
SAT.-SUN., OCT. 1-2
What: Accepting applications for Greene County Christmas Stocking Fund When: Saturday: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Sunday: 1:30-4:30 p.m. Where: Greensboro First United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, 202 W. Broad St., Greensboro
More info: Be prepared to complete a paper application in your car. Masks are required. Park in the church parking lot beside the church and go to the covered sidewalk beside the playground. To apply, you must either ave at least one child 13 years or younger living full time in your household or be 62 years or older as of Dec. 31; live in Greene County and meet income criteria; provide SSN or Tax ID number for everyone living in the household; provide total monthly household income. For more information, call 706-352-4223.
TUESDAY, OCT. 4
What: Blessing of the Animals When: 4 p.m. Where: The Episcopal Church of the Redeemer Memorial Garden, 303 N. Main St., Greensboro
More info: The event will celebrate the lives of Saints Francis and Clare, the lives of our precious pets, and all of creation. Please join us for this special blessing. Rain date: the following Sunday.
FRIDAY, OCT. 14
What: Banks & Shane “Farewell, Friends” Tour When: Gates open 5 p.m.; show starts 7:30 p.m. Where: Harmony Crossing, 112 Harmony Crossing, Eatonton More info: BYOB, food, and dancing shoes–it’s a party! Tickets: $35/ each, table seating only. Visit harmonymedicalfoundation.com for more information and to purchase tickets online, or call 762-220 1049. Concert brought to you by Harmony Medical Foundation, SunMark Bank, and Oconee Bridal. Listen to Banks & Shane online and shop their discography at www.banksandshane.com
REGULAR MEETING
What: Greene County Toastmasters When: Second and fourth Tuesday each month, 6-7:15 p.m. Where: Training room of Lakeside Church, 5800 Highway 44 (Lake Oconee Parkway), Greensboro. Also meet via Zoom.
More Info: Currently holding HYBRID meetings. To receive a meeting link, please email president1174747@toas.masterclubs. org or call Kris Mapp (706) 467-3740. Greene County Toastmasters invites everyone who wishes to improve their public-speaking ability and increase their confidence to join.
SATURDAY, OCT. 1
What: 7th Annual Shoot For Seth When: 9 a.m. Where: Old Hudson Plantation, 299 Skeet Lane, Sparta, GA More Info: Sporting Clay Tournament benefiting local students in memory of the late Morgan Co. High School football player, Seth Stapleton. Registration begins at 7:15 a.m. $95-$100 entry fee includes BBQ lunch. https://shootforseth.com/