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.

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. 10

The gift gallery in St. Mary’s Good Samaritan hospital will open on Monday, Feb. 10, and the public is welcome to check it out. The hours are 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. It is staffed by volunteers and all proceeds go to the hospital.

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.

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.

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.

Diabetes Support Group meets from 4:30-6:30 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., Eatonton, at 12:30 p.m on Tuesdays and Thursdays. For more information contact Shirley Dermond at 706-485-2586.

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 Harmonettes meet Thursdays from 7-9 p.m. at two locations. First, third and fifth Thursdays the group meets at Liberty Chapel in Eatonton. On second and fourth Thursdays the group meets at Lakeside Church in Greensboro. All ladies are welcome to visit any rehearsal night to listen or sing. The group is an a capella barbershop chorus. Call 706-485-6804 or e-mail ehtbsc@charter.net.

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.

Eatonton Town and Country Garden Club meets at 10 a.m. the second Tuesday of the month, September through May. Contact Carillon Orban for more details, 706-473-4559.

Georgia Classic Cruisers meets at 7 p.m. every third Wednesday at Yesterday’s Cafe in Greensboro. For more information contact Ron Hazard, 706-347-0393.

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.

Greensboro Garden Club meets at 9:30 a.m. the fourth Monday of each month. Lynn Gerber, 706-467-1337.

Greensboro Writers’ Guild meets at 1 p.m. Tuesdays at the Episcopal Church Activity Center in Greensboro. Contacts: Barb Griffiths, 706-485-2622; Bill Boughner, 706-467-3423; Kathy Wright, 706-485-2987.

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.

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. 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 outdoor needs. LOLA is a nonprofit organization to assist consumers in Greene, Putnam, Morgan and Baldwin counties to select quality landscape professionals. LOLA meets at noon on second Thursdays at Chez Michelle, 106 Harmony Crossing, Lake Oconee. There will be no meetings in July or August; meetings resume in September. Everyone is welcome and there is a guest speaker at each meeting. For more information contact President Shannon Johnson at 706-473-1845. To find out about the speaker of the month or to see a list of members visit their website at www.lakeoconeelandscapeassociation.com.

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

The Lake Oconee Quilt Guild meets at 9:30 a.m. the first Tuesday of each month except July and August at Lake Oconee Lutheran Church. Guest fee is $3.

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.

Madison Artists Guild, made up of artists, writers and musicians, meets the first Thursday of each month. 706-752-0047. Katie Wibell, greenarrowgirl@bellsouth.net.

Mothers Against Crime meets at 7 p.m. the first Monday of each month at 403 Willie Bailey St. Georgia Smith, 706-485-5332.

The National Active and Retired Federal Employees (NARFE) meets at 11:30 a.m. every third Monday in the dining 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 attend. Survivors, both new and long-term, will find understanding, care and even laughter to enrich their 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.