Calendar of Events
Published 6:12 am Friday, January 31, 2014
The creation of a Putnam County Veterans Wall of Honor, recognizing all armed services veterans whenever and wherever they have served, who reside or have resided in Putnam has been undertaken by The American Legion and the Veterans of Foreign Wars. There is no site recognizing, by name, veterans who are serving, or who have served in the Armed Forces.
The Wall of Honor will include several walls displaying brick tiles indicating the name, service, war and/or dates of service of those who wish to be recognized, the crests of the five armed services, flag poles and appropriate landscaping. A joint project team has begun implementation of this initiative with plans to complete it with a dedication at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 11.
To purchase a brick tile in honor of a Putnam County veteran or to make a charitable donation to this effort to honor local veterans, visit www.pcgaveteranshonor.com for more information.
Jan. 30
Charlotte’s Web 9:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. The Theatreworks production of Charlotte’s Web will be performed at the Madison-Morgan Cultural Center on Thursday, January 30, 2o14 at 9:30 AM and 1:00 PM. The production of Charlotte’s Web is based on E.B. White’s loving story of the friendship between a pig named Wilbur and a little gray spider named Charlotte. This Student Series performance, sponsored by Georgia Power and Morgan Stanley, takes place in the Center’s original 1895 school auditorium and last approximately one hour. Individual general admission tickets may be purchased. Tickets are $5 for students and teachers are FREE. Please contact Rebecca Bonas to make reservations, 706-342-4743 ext. 23 or rbonas@mmcc-arts.org
Feb. 8
Steffen Thomas Jewelry Factory – February 8, 2014 taught by Elizabeth Collins – Come be a part of making unique Steffen Thomas jewelry for yourself and our Museum Shop. Create amazing little works of art inspired by the master and have a pizza party when we’re through! Everybody takes home a piece of jewelry they‘ve created out of Fimo clay (earrings or pendant/pin) and makes more to put in the shop. The event will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. (pizza party at noon). Fee: $10/Adults, $8/Kids ($2 discount for STMA members). Where: Steffen Thomas Museum of Art, 4200 Bethany Road, Buckhead. 706-342-7557, www.steffenthomas.org.
Feb. 12
Would you like to learn ways to garden smarter to help improve your physical or time limitations? If so, the Oconee Master Gardeners Association and Putnam County Cooperative Extension invite you to join us for part two of a four part series on “Gardening with Limitations.” Part Two will focus on tools from around the world. All presentations are free open to the public. All products demonstrated will be given away as door prizes.
Part Two (Tools) is scheduled for Wednesday, Feb. 12, from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at The Hut located at 400A West Marion Street in Eatonton.
Pre-registration would be appreciated to ensure adequate attendee packets. Call the Putnam County Extension Office at 706-485-4151.
If you would like additional information about the program, contact Shawn Davis via email at: mosshappyness@gmail.com
Feb. 14-15
Love travels to Lake Oconee as the Reynolds Chorus presents a fabulous and unique evening of music. In four-part harmony the ladies and gentlemen will sing love songs celebrating the American holiday of love — Valentine’s Day. From “Can’t Help Falling in Love,” “I Will Always Love You,” “You Made Me Love You,” “Let Me Call You Sweetheart” and more, they will pierce your heart with love like Cupid’s arrow.
Be sure to come to The Plaza Arts Center in Eatonton Feb. 14-15 at 8 p.m. Tickets are available at the Plaza Arts Center, 706-923-1655, Bank South/Lake Oconee, 706-453-2943, Peoples Bank or from any Reynolds Chorus member.
Through Feb. 14
The Steffen Thomas Museum of Art presents a temporary exhibit for the 2013 holiday season entitled “Steffen Thomas in the Extreme: Works Large and Small”. The Steffen Thomas Museum of Art is located at 4200 Bethany Road, Buckhead, and is open Tuesday – Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information call 706-342-7557 or visit www.steffenthomas.org.
Through Feb. 16
The ice skating rink will be open at Reynolds Plantation. The rink is open to the general public: $30 for adults; $20 for ages 12 and under.
February – March
Oconee Performing Arts Society will present Education and Outreach Programs. In February the Atlanta Opera will present “En Miss Palabras” for two performances. Let’s Go Science with Professor Smart will hold two performances in March. For more information visit www.opas.org.
Freedom in Motion – Rhythmic Dance: An innovative style of dance that allows the body to move freely, rather than being confined by specific dance steps. More than just dance, moving freely to music opens a channel for self-expression in a way few other things do. It moves blocked energy, increases flexibility and mobility, improves circulation, and quiets the mind allowing the heart to freely express in a joyful manner. Some call it “meditation in motion.” Although very therapeutic, rhythmic dance is also abundantly fun and exhilarating! Join us for one of the most extraordinary experiences you may ever have on a dance floor. Everyone of any age or gender is welcome. Yes, that means you guys too!
Freedom in Motion is one component of an innovative new wellness program called Free to Be Me, Creative Wellness Experience, now being offered in the Lake Area.
Dance sessions will be held every Thursday evening from 6:30pm-8:30pm, beginning January 16
Cost: $15.00/wk or $45/month. Pre-registration is required. Call The Plaza at 706-923-1655, or go online to www.theplazaartscenter.com to register. For more information on the class contact Andrea Lyle at 706-991-5030.
March 3
Save the date as the Lake Oconee Fellowship of Christian Athletes presents its spring banquet, March 3, featuring University of Georgia offensive coordinator Mike Bobo and members of the UGA football team. Doors open at 6 p.m. at Madison First United Methodist Church. For information email AMAnderson@fca.org or call 706-453-6030.
March 28-29
The second biennial quilt show presented by Lake Oconee Quilt Guild will be held at Festival Hall in downtown Greensboro. Admission is $7. Children 12 and under are admitted free. The show will be presented 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The show will feature 150 quilts made by the guild members. Also, on display will be several antique quilts and antique sewing machines. The show will have a boutique of homemade items, quilts for sale, a bake sale, and several vendors selling books, fabric and quilt making supplies.
Please come and enjoy the show, browse the downtown shops, and enjoy lunch in one of the restaurants in historic downtown Greensboro. Lake Oconee Quilt Guild meets the first Tuesday of the month, except July and August, at Lake Oconee Lutheran Church, 1089 Lake Oconee Parkway (Hwy. 441). Social time 9:30 and 10 a.m. for the meeting. There is a $5 visitor fee. Visit LOQG.org for more information.