January through February

Reynolds Plantation has opened their seasonal ice skating rink. Access to the rink is complimentary for resort guests, $40 per four-hour session for adults, $30 per four-hour session per child (12 and under). The prince includes a skate rental.

January through March

STMA, 4200 Bethany Road, Buckhead, will present “Steffen Thomas Prints and Printmaking.” The exhibit contains Steffen Thomas’ hand pulled prints, printmaking plates and tools. For more information, call (706) 342-7557.

The Madison Artists Guild proudly presents “Point of Origin,” the debut show of local artist Katharine Wibell, at MAG’s new quarterly venue, Perk Avenue. Wibell’s work varies focal points and mediums dependent upon which of her wide range of interests she wants to explore. Perk Avenue at 111 W. Jefferson St., Madison, GA 30650. For MAG information: http://www.madisonartistsguild.org/.

Feb. 21

The Pray, Hope and Believe Cancer Support Group will meet at 6 p.m. at Oconee Nutrition Consultants, 1093 Lake Oconee Parkway, Suite 108, Eatonton. The topic will be “Caring and Sharing: A conversation about us and the community.” For more information contact Toni Davis at (706) 923-1708.

Feb. 22

Abbey Hospice Foundation invites the community to attend their free workshop: Caregiver Journey: Caring for a loved one. The workshop will take place from 9:30 a.m. until 3 p.m. at Abbey Hospice, 215 Azalea Court, Social Circle. RSVP to reserve a place. Capacity is limited so please call Monica Laguaite at (770) 464-5858 or e-mail volunteer@abbeyhospice.com.

Feb. 23

The LifeSource Food Distribution Program will take place at 10 a.m. in the Putnam County Elementary School Gym. Any disabled resident who has already registered and would like to designate someone to get his or her food distribution must give that person a signed authorization to do so. Putnam General Hospital will provide nutrition education and counseling. DFCS will provide assistance applications and answer questions. ORHS representatives will provide pet food and signups for spaying/neutering services. FERST Foundation for Childhood Literacy will provide free books/signups.

Feb. 26

Rep. Paul Broun will hold a Constituent Service Day at The Plaza Arts Center Board Room, 305 N. Madison Ave., Eatonton, from 2 to 5 p.m.

Feb. 27

The Lunchbag Landscape Lecture Tomato Talk will be held at the Greene County Extension Service, 1180 C. Weldon Smith Drive, Greensboro, from 11:30 a.m. until 1 p.m.

Feb. 28 through March 3

The Greene County Players will be putting on a production of “Curious Savage”. Tickets are available at Festival Hall or by calling (762) 243-8022. Performances Thursday through Saturday are at 7 p.m.; Sunday will be at 2:30 p.m. Tickets are $15 to $20; opening night ticket price includes a wine and cheese reception following the performance.

Feb. 28

Rep. Paul Broun will hold a Constituent Service Day at The Greene County Government Campus, First Floor Conference Room, 1034 Silver Drive, Greensboro, from 9:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m.

Rep. Paul Broun will hold a Constituent Service Day at The Madison-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce, 115 E. Jefferson St., Madison, from 1:30 until 4:30 p.m.

March 9

The Lake Country Beekeepers Association will conduct a Beekeeping Short Course from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. in Sparta at Elm Street Gardens. The pre-registration fee is $40 or $45 on the day of the program. There is a $10 fee for each additional family member and children under 18 with an adult are free. Registration includes a “First Lessons in Beekeeping” book by Dr. Keith Delaplane, handouts, one-year family membership in the association, refreshments and lunch. Preregistration is encouraged. For more information and to register please contact Bruce Morgan at rbmorgan@hughes.net or (478) 357-4029.

March 12

The public is invited to attend a St. Mary’s Good Samaritan Hospital Town Hall meeting from 6 to 7 p.m. at Festival Hall. Montez Carter, President of Good Samaritan Hospital, and Don McKenna, St. Mary’s President and CEO, will be conducting a presentation regarding the current status and plans for the hospital, followed by a question and answer session. Ed Bullard, Chairman, Board of Commissioners, will be present at this meeting to express his support and appreciation for this valuable new facility.

 

AARP meets at 2 p.m. the first Tuesday of every month at the Senior Citizens Center in Greensboro.

Alcoholics Anonymous meets in Greensboro at 7 p.m. Thursday at the Christ Our King and Savior Catholic Church.

Alcoholics Anonymous, Eatonton group, meets at 7 p.m. each Sunday, Monday and Wednesday at 105 W. Sumpter St. across from the courthouse.

Bootcamp exercise classes designed to blast fat fast are every weekday at 6:15 a.m. at Bodyplex Gym, 106 Village Lane off of Harmony. All fitness levels welcome. $5 per class. Contact Jennette Snider CPT (706) 986-9376.

Buckhead Bethany Friendship Club meets the third Wednesday of every month except June, July and August. Natalie Wheat, (706) 342-2264.

Celebrate Recovery meets every Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at Grace Fellowship, 1971 S. Main St., in Greensboro. Doors open at 6 p.m. They welcome those of all faiths as well as no faith at all. For more information visit their website at http://www.gracefellowship.ws or call Grace Fellowship at (706) 453-0020.

Diabetes School given by the Medical College of Georgia is held on the third Friday of each month at the TenderCare building in Greensboro. (706) 453-1201.

A Diabetes Support Group meets from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. the first Tuesday of every month at the TenderCare Clinic in Greensboro. (706) 453-1201.

Diabetics Support Group of Putnam County meets at 7 p.m. the second Tuesday of every month except June, July and August at the Senior Citizens Center. (706) 485-8591.

Eatonton Duplicate Bridge Club, an official member of the American Contract Bridge League, meets at the Plaza Arts Center, 305 N. Madison Ave. in Eatonton at 12:30 p.m. For more information contact Betty Roper at (706) 467-3079.

Eatonton Elks Lodge No. 2549 of Putnam County meets at 7 p.m. the first and third Monday of each month at 135 Industrial Boulevard. The Elkettes meet at 7 p.m. the third Monday of each month.

Eatonton Jaycees meet at 7 p.m. the second Tuesday of every month at the Elks Lodge, 135 Industrial Blvd.

Eatonton Kiwanis Club meets at noon Thursdays at Central Georgia Technical College in Eatonton.

Eatonton Service League meets at 7 p.m. the first Monday of every month. Hollie Haley, (706) 484-0127.

Halcyon Hospice is looking for volunteers to provide companionship and socialization to terminally ill patients and their caregivers. There is something for everyone’s talents, time and abilities. Volunteer opportunities include, but are not limited to: playing music, reading, crafts and clerical support. Contact Tami Dedels at (678) 943-3585.

Ladies Barbershop Chorus meets every Thursday night at Liberty Chapel, 269 Milledgeville Highway in Eatonton at 7:30 p.m. All ladies that like to sing are welcome. Call (706) 485-6804, ehtbsc@gmail.com.

The Lake Oconee Bariatric Surgery Support Group meets 6:30 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month at the office of Oconee Nutrition Consultants located at 1093 Lake Oconee Parkway, Suite 108. Anyone considering surgery, pre- or post-op is welcome. Contact Stacy Paine, RD, LD at (706) 473-5801.

Lake Oconee Landscape Association has formed to promote professionalism in the green industry, in the lake country. All members of LOLA are required to be licensed, insured and reputable. LOLA members provide services such as; landscape installation, maintenance, lawn and shrub fertilization, weed control, garden centers and all your outdoor needs. All LOLA members are listed at www.lakeoconeelandscapeassociation.com. LOLA is a nonprofit organization to assist consumers in Greene, Putnam, Morgan and Baldwin counties to select quality landscape professionals.

Living Beyond The Label Parent support group for children and adults with disabilities is now meeting monthly. For info: (478) 456-2592 or (706) 342-0568. E-mail: livingbeyondthelabel@yahoo.com.

The Greene County Toastmasters Club invites everyone who wishes to improve their public speaking ability and increase their confidence to join them. Greene County Toastmasters is a chartered member club of Toastmasters International. The mission of the club is to assist members in learning and developing their communication skills. For information, call (706) 453-0799.

The Lake Oconee Promisekeepers meet each Wednesday from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. for light breakfast and coffee. All men are welcome. (706) 473-0431.

The National Active and Retired Federal Employees (NARFE) meets at 11:30 a.m. every third Monday in the dinning hall at Rock Eagle 4H Club Center. For further information call (706) 485-7606 or (706) 485- 0276.

The National Ovarian Cancer Coalition-Georgia Chapter will host “Hearts of Teal” the last Tuesday of each month. Survivors of all gynecologic cancers are warmly invited to join us. Survivors, both new and long-term, will find understanding, care and even laughter to enrich your journey. Family and friends are welcome to attend with survivors. For more information, call Beverly Bentley, Georgia Chapter president, at (706) 342-2039.

The Phoenix Homemakers Club meets the third Tuesday of every month at Philadelphia United Methodist Church on New Phoenix Road in Putnam County.