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.

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.

Feb. 27

Come be amazed! Join us for the FREE opening reception of AFLAT – A Funky Little Art Thing 3:30 – 6:30 p.m. in the Madison-Morgan Cultural Center Hall on Foster Street.  Enjoy live music and great art by the talented Morgan County students!  This annual art show, featuring selected student works from grades K-12 in the Morgan County school system, has been a family favorite for years. AFLAT, sponsored by the Cox Family Fund, will be on display through Saturday, March 1 and can be seen during the Cultural Center’s normal business hours.  Visit the Cultural Center’s website for more information, www.mmcc-arts.org <<span style=”text-decoration: underline”>http://www.mmcc-arts.org> or call 706-342-4743.

Feb. 27-28, March 1-2

Back by popular demand Greene County Players present “Smoke on the Mountain” Feb. 27, 28, March 1 and 2 at Festival Hall in Greensboro.  Set in North Carolina in 1938, “Smoke on the Mountain” follows the Sanders Family Singers as they perform at Mount Pleasant Baptist Church’s Saturday Night Gospel Sing! Laugh, sing along and witness a heartwarming conclusion that reminds us all what it means to be a family.You will love (and recognize) many of the old time hymns including  “I’ll Fly Away”, “Power in the Blood”, “Church in the Wildwood”, “Bringing in the Sheaves” and “I Wouldn’t Take Nothing for My Journey Now.” . You also will recognize a number of your friends and neighbors in the cast so join us for a rollicking good time! Call for tickets: 762-243-8022.

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 3-6

In honor of Dr. Seuss’s birthday the Eatonton-Putnam County Library and Georgia Writers Museum present “Dr. Seuss Week at the Library.” Come to the Eatonton-Putnam County Library Monday, March 3 through Thursday, March 6 at 5 p.m. and celebrate with movies, readings and crafts. All events start at 5 p.m.

Monday: Showing the movie “Horton Hears a Who!” (2008). Free popcorn!

Tuesday: The Georgia Writer’s Museum reads Dr. Seuss!

Wednesday: Dr. Seuss Hat Day. Children make their own Seuss inspired hat at the Library.

Thursday: The Georgia Writer’s Museum reads Dr. Seuss!

The Eatonton-Putnam County Library is located at 309 N. Madison Ave, Eatonton, GA 31024.

March 10-17

The Plaza Arts Center will host the Fifth Annual Amateur Photography Show and Contest.  Entries will be accepted March 10-17 at the Plaza Arts Center or by mail.   No photographs will be accepted late.  The photographers’ reception will be April 11 with the show open to the public April 12-19.  Ribbons will be awarded in all categories and cash prizes and ribbons will be given for the four Best in Show winners.   For complete details and entry information, visit www.theplazaartscenter.com or call Marsha at 706-485-6515 or Nicole at 706-923-1655.

March 22

The fifth annual Lake Oconee Food & Wine Festival returns this year to the Ritz-Carlton Lodge on Lake Oconee on Saturday, March 22 from

5 p.m. to 8 p.m. The proceeds from this year’s event will be used to support the academic and enrichment programs at Gatewood Schools and children’s charities in Putnam and Greene counties.  The Festival gives back through its sponsorships and attendees, live and silent auctions, ticket sales and donations. Tickets are on sale now at www.oconeefoodandwine.com or at The Oconee Cellar and Classic Wines in Greensboro and The Plaza Art Center in Eatonton.

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.

The Madison Artists’ Guild is hosting a series of oil painting classes with award winning regional artist Sam Traina. The classes will focus primarily on landscapes and still lifes, as well as blending the tonal values of colors. Classes run every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. beginning March 1 at The Madison Artists’ Guild Gallery at 217 W. Jefferson St., Madison. Space is limited so stop by The Madison Artists’ Guild or call 706-342-9360 to reserve your spot today! Supplies are not included but a list of supplies needed can be found at The Madison Artists’ Guild. Cost is $120 per month or $40 per class. A list of recommended supplies can be found on The Madison Artists Guild Facebook page.

The Madison Artists Guild is featuring ongoing classes with instructor Joanie Bruce. She will help participants learn to draw using shading, value, contrast, positive and negative spaces, and lost and found edges. The class is for ages 10 and up. The cost for the class is $25 per class, and a onetime $10 material fee. The class will start Monday, March 3 from 2 p.m.-3 p.m. All classes will be held Mondays at The Madison Artists Guild Gallery at 217 W. Jefferson St., Madison. For more information call the MAG Gallery at 706-342-9360.

 

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 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.

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.