Calendar
February
20-27 The Plaza Arts Center will be accepting entries for the Amateur Photography Show and Contest. This contest is for anyone who qualifies as an amateur as defined in the Contest Rules. The contest is not limited to Putnam County residents. For entry rules, visit www.theplazaartscenter.com. If you have questions, please contact putnamsnapper@gmail.com or call The Plaza Arts Center at (706) 923-1655.
March
1 Wall Breakers presents Girl's Night Out at The Peoples Bank at Lake Oconee, 6 p.m. Enjoy music and Bible study as we explore "The Power of 3." No Charge. Bring your own dinner, water will be provided. To RSVP or for more information call (770) 617-5991 or visit www.wallbreakers.org.
2 & 3 Ho, Ho, Homicide a Murder Mystery Dinner Theater presented by The Eatonton-Putnam Chamber of Commerce. "Despite the efforts of the arctic inhabitants, productivity is at an all-time low, upsetting many and putting Santa's legacy at stake. Desperate for a change, there are many who are willing to do almost anything to increase efficiency and restore peace at the North Pole. But only one who will go too far and commit an act of murder in this mystical place." Character tickets are on sale! For more information, please call (706) 485-7701.
3 Crooked Pines Farm will be hosting a Multi-booth Yard Sale to benefit a wildlife rehabilitation program on the farm, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. This is a rain or shine event. No gate fees apply. Hayrides and petting farm will be available during the event. Booth fees, of $25.00, will go towards developing a wildlife rehabilitation program at Crooked Pines Farm. Sellers keep proceeds from their sales. For more information call (706) 347-0274 or visit www.crookedpinesfarm.com for a booth application.
16, 17 & 18 Putnam Alliance for the Performing Arts presents Night Watch by Lucille Fletcher. March 16 and 17 at 8:00 p.m. March, 18 at 3:00 p.m. A good old "who done it" drama that steadily builds suspense, beginning with the first blood-curdling scream to the final, breath-stopping moment of its unexpected "twist" ending. For more information contact The Plaza Arts Center at (706) 923-1655 or visit www.ThePlazaArtsCenter.com.
17 Community Beautification Day presented by Eatonton Mainstreet, Eatonton's Georgia Initiative for Community Housing and The Peoples Bank. From 2:00 pm-6:00 pm Individuals are encouraged to be working in their yards or assist in downtown clean-up. Beginning at 1:00pm there will be a sign-up table at The Peoples Bank in Downtown where participants can sign-in, find a project to help with or list their own and get a wristband. Immediately following there will be a FREE THANK YOU COOKOUT for all participants of Beautification Day that signed in and have a wristband. It will take place in the parking lot of The Peoples Bank and be complete with a DJ playing music, dancing and plenty of burgers, hotdogs, and drinks.
For more information please call Katy Smith at Mainstreet Eatonton at (706) 749-9150 or Kris Stahle at the Peoples Bank (706) 485-8542.
17 Steffen Thomas Museum of Art Family Workshop "Pysanky-Eggs with Pizazz!," 10 a.m. to Noon. Just in time for Easter, Ingrid Bolton, master Pysanky painter introduces you to the beautiful art of patterned Ukranian eggs. All supplies provided. Adults $10, children $8. Limited seating, call (706) 342-7557 or visit www.steffenthomas.org.
17 Lake Oconee Area Builder's Association presents The Big Event, Home & Garden Show, at Lake Oconee Village, 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. For more information, contact the LOABA office at (706) 999-1591 or visit www.lobalive.com.
17 Saturday at the Rock, Astronomical Observations from 9:30 am - 11:30 am at Rock Eagle 4-H Center. Saturday at the Rock is geared for all ages and is $5.00 for participants 5 years old and up and free to anyone 4 and younger. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is needed prior to arrival. Please call Matt Hammons at (706) 484-2862 or e-mail mhammons@uga.edu to register. For more information http://www.rockeagle4h.org/ee/community/SaturdayattheRock.html
17 - 25 2012 Amateur Photography Show and Contest at The Plaza Arts Center. The exhibit is free to the public and is open from March 17 - 25; Monday - Saturday from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. and Sunday from 2 - 4 p.m. This contest is for anyone who qualifies as an amateur photographer. The show is not limited to Putnam County residents. Entry dates for the contest are February 20 - 27. For entry rules visit www.ThePlazaArtsCenter.com. If you have questions, please contact putnamsnapper@gmail.com or call The Plaza at (706) 923-1655.
23 & 24 Putnam Alliance for the Performing Arts presents Night Watch by Lucille Fletcher. March 23 & 24 at 8:00 p.m. A good old "who done it" drama that steadily builds suspense, beginning with the first blood-curdling scream to the final, breath-stopping moment of its unexpected "twist" ending. For more information contact The Plaza Arts Center at (706) 923-1655 or visit www.ThePlazaArtsCenter.com.
23-24 Gatewood Schools presents the Lake Oconee Food & Wine Festival. On Friday, March 23, a Vintner Dinner will be held at the Linger Longer Steakhouse at 6:30 p.m. Enjoy a four-course meal, each course is perfectly paired with a delightful wine. Tickets are $200 per person, limited to 100 guests. On Saturday, March 24, the Festival will take place at The Ritz-Carlton Lodge, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Enjoy tastings from Linger Longer Steakhouse, Georgia's Bistro and Gaby's By The Lake along with over 100 premium wines, live entertainment and silent / live auctions. Tickets are $60. For more information, visit www.oconeefoodandwine.com.
24 Second Annual Easter Egg launch and lunch from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Crooked Pines Farm. Come to the farm and enjoy a lunch with fresh ham and all the fixings. After lunch, test your skill at launching eggs into the pasture using our huge sling shot! For more information, please call Crooked Pines Farm at (706) 347-0274 or visit www.crookedpinesfarm.com.
31 Lake Oconee Quilt-Fest, Inaugural Quilt Show presented by Lake Oconee Quilt Guild from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. on Saturday and 12 noon - 6 p.m. on Sunday, April 1 at Festival Hall in downtown Greensboro. Admission $5. More than 100 member quilts will be on display as well as door prizes, raffle quilt, challenge quilt display, bake sale and viewer's choice awards. For more information visit www.LOQG.org
April
14 Annual Market Day and Spring Yard Sale sponsored by FERST Foundation for Childhood Literacy at The Plaza lawn, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Reserve your space for $25 individual / family and $30 for business / organizations. For more information, call (706) 485-0974 or (706) 473-2256.
19 - 22 Georgia's Antebellum Trail Pilgrimage. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Daily. Comprised of seven communities, this self-guided Pilgrimage will transplant visitors back in time as they experience historic homes, observe impressive architecture and tour magnificent museums. Pass holders will receive tours not generally open to the public, entrance into private homes and other one-of-a-kind opportunities. Passes may be purchased at any Trail Welcome Center. For more information, visit http://antebellumtrail.org or call (706) 485-7701.
19 Ladies Night during Flamingo Days! 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. within the Historic Adell Theater at Blackwell Furniture. Admission $10. Tickets will be available at the Farmers & Merchants Bank and the Chamber of Commerce. Come join the ladies for good music, delicious food, a cash bar and raffle! For more information contact: Eatonton Mainstreet (706) 749-9150.
21 Saturday at the Rock, Journaling and Sketching Nature from 9:30 am - 11:30 am at Rock Eagle 4-H Center. Saturday at the Rock is geared for all ages and is $5.00 for participants 5 years old and up and free to anyone 4 and younger. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is needed prior to arrival. Call Matt Hammons at (706) 484-2862 or e-mail mhammons@uga.edu to register. For more information http://www.rockeagle4h.org/ee/community/SaturdayattheRock.html
May
7 Eatonton-Putnam Chamber of Commerce Annual Awards Banquet at Rock Eagle 4-H Center. Come celebrate the growth, success, triumphs and tributes the Chamber has survived to reach nearly 400 members and become an active voice in the business community. For more information, call (706) 485-7701.
19 Saturday at the Rock, Inside the Beehive from 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. at Rock Eagle 4-H Center. Saturday at the Rock is geared for all ages and is $5.00 for participants 5 years old and up and free to anyone 4 and younger. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is needed prior to arrival. Call Matt Hammons at (706) 484-2862 or e-mail mhammons@uga.edu to register. For more information http://www.rockeagle4h.org/ee/community/SaturdayattheRock.html
19 Rock Hawk Talk Cruise Explores the Hidden History of Lake Oconee. Climb aboard The Spirit of Oconee for a cruise of stories and tales surrounding Lake Oconee. Local historian Larry Moore and Georgia Power Lake Resources Manager Scott Hendricks will explore the archeological sites and culture of Lake Oconee including prehistoric ceremonial sites, early historical plantations, as well as Wallace Dam and the Oconee Wildlife Management Area. 4 p.m. Tickets will be on sale Monday, April 2 and are $50. Only 40 tickets will be sold. The Rock Hawk Talk Cruise is presented by Historic Piedmont Scenic Byway. For more information and to purchase tickets contact the Eatonton-Putnam Chamber of Commerce, Bonnie Simmons, (706) 485-7701 or bonnie@eatonton.com.
24 Celebrate Patriotism, a pre-memorial day celebration, presented by Eatonton Kiwanis Club and Eatonton-Putnam Chamber of Commerce at The Plaza Arts Center. Bring the whole family for an evening honoring those who served our country. Enjoy free hot dogs and ice cream; a pictorial tribute; and a concert by the 434th Signal Corps Band. For more information, call (706) 485-7701.
June
2 Dairy Festival presented by the Pilot Club of Eatonton and 10K Torture Trail / One Mile Fun Run presented by Farmers & Merchants Bank, 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. Road Race begins at 8 a.m., booths open at 9 a.m., parade starts at 10 a.m. and program and BBQ begin at 11 a.m. For booth spaces contact Charlotte Green at (706) 473-0336 or Yvonne Harrell at (706) 485-8112; Parade, Jann Brown at (706) 473-5705; Entertainment, Gerrye Jenkins at (706) 485-5187; Road Race & Fun Run, Joey Davis at (706) 485-9941; and for General Information, Glenda Ridley at (706) 473-0763.
16 Saturday at the Rock, Snakes, Turtles and More from 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. at Rock Eagle 4-H Center Saturday at the Rock is geared for all ages and is $5.00 for participants 5 years old and up and free to anyone 4 and younger. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is needed prior to arrival. Call Matt Hammons at (706) 484-2862 or e-mail mhammons@uga.edu to register. For more information http://www.rockeagle4h.org/ee/community/SaturdayattheRock.html.
July
14 Movies in the Briar Patch presents a free feature film on the courthouse lawn at sunset. Film title to be announced. For more information contact Eatonton Mainstreet at (706) 749-9150 or www.eatontonmainstreet.com.
21 Saturday at the Rock, Canoe Adventures from 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. at Rock Eagle 4-H Center Saturday at the Rock is geared for all ages and is $5.00 for participants 5 years old and up and free to anyone 4 and younger. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is needed prior to arrival. Call Matt Hammons at (706) 484-2862 or e-mail mhammons@uga.edu to register. For more information http://www.rockeagle4h.org/ee/community/SaturdayattheRock.html.
28 Meet Me at The Plaza Outdoor Summer Concert Series presents Swingin' Medallions. 7:00 p.m. on the lawn of The Plaza Arts Center. For ticket information contact The Plaza Arts Center at (706) 923-1655 or visit www.ThePlazaArtsCenter.com.
August
18 Saturday at the Rock, Watershed Sampling from 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. at Rock Eagle 4-H Center Saturday at the Rock is geared for all ages and is $5.00 for participants 5 years old and up and free to anyone 4 and younger. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is needed prior to arrival. Call Matt Hammons at (706) 484-2862 or e-mail mhammons@uga.edu to register. For more information http://www.rockeagle4h.org/ee/community/SaturdayattheRock.html.
18 Meet Me at The Plaza Outdoor Summer Concert Series presents Grapevine. 7:00 p.m. on the lawn of The Plaza Arts Center. For ticket information contact The Plaza Arts Center at (706) 923-1655 or visit www.ThePlazaArtsCenter.com.
25 Movies in the Briar Patch presents a free feature film on the courthouse lawn at sunset. Film title to be announced. For more information contact Eatonton Mainstreet at (706) 749-9150 or www.eatontonmainstreet.com.
September
15 Saturday at the Rock, Birds of Prey from 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. at Rock Eagle 4-H Center Saturday at the Rock is geared for all ages and is $5.00 for participants 5 years old and up and free to anyone 4 and younger. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is needed prior to arrival. Call Matt Hammons at (706) 484-2862 or e-mail mhammons@uga.edu to register. For more information http://www.rockeagle4h.org/ee/community/SaturdayattheRock.html.
15 Movies in the Briar Patch presents a free feature film on the courthouse lawn at sunset. Film title to be announced. For more information contact Eatonton Mainstreet at (706) 749-9150 or www.eatontonmainstreet.com.
October
1 Annual Taste of Eatonton 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Plaza on Madison Avenue. Enjoy a sampling of food and drink from over 25 local restaurants and caterers. Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the gate. Be sure to try your luck at the silent auction and raffle all while enjoying the music from the live remotes. For more information call (706) 485-7701.
20 Saturday at the Rock, Historical Cemeteries and Stories from 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. at Rock Eagle 4-H Center Saturday at the Rock is geared for all ages and is $5.00 for participants 5 years old and up and free to anyone 4 and younger. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is needed prior to arrival. Call Matt Hammons at (706) 484-2862 or e-mail mhammons@uga.edu to register. For more information http://www.rockeagle4h.org/ee/community/SaturdayattheRock.html.
27 The Annual Briar Patch Arts Festival will be another spectacular, unique arts festival from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. in downtown Eatonton. Specialty arts and crafts vendors will be showcasing handmade soaps, photography, paintings, jewelry, pottery, wood working, handmade glassware, clothing, potted plants, children's items and much more. Live entertainment on the Music Stage will keep you tapping your toes. Local artists will also be painting sidewalk murals at The Plaza Arts Center. For more information, contact the Eatonton Mainstreet Office (706) 749-9150 or visit www.eatontonmainstreet.com.
November
17 Saturday at the Rock, Rock Eagle Mound Hike at 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. at Rock Eagle 4-H Center Saturday at the Rock is geared for all ages and is $5.00 for participants 5 years old and up and free to anyone 4 and younger. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is needed prior to arrival. Call Matt Hammons at (706) 484-2862 or e-mail mhammons@uga.edu to register. For more information http://www.rockeagle4h.org/ee/community/SaturdayattheRock.html.
17-18 Art at the Rock Saturday and Sunday at Rock Eagle 4-H Center. The Art at the Rock festival showcases local art, music, and vendors selling home grown and hand made items. Follow the link to find out more info http://rockeagle4h.org/art/.
December
8 Christmas in the Briar Patch from 4 - 6 p.m. Eatonton's Annual Christmas Parade and Bazaar, the parade begins at 4 pm and runs throughout downtown Eatonton. At the end of the parade, we will welcome Santa who will light the Tree and be available for FREE pictures. Just make sure to bring you cameras! The Bazaar, complete with craft vendors, food and more, will be open from 4 pm - 6 pm to offer some great gift giving options. For more information contact Eatonton Mainstreet (706) 749-9150 or visit www.eatontonmainstreet.com.