JONES
SATURDAY, MARCH 14
What: Book sale When: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Where: Jones Co. Pre-K Building E More Info: Books for everyone. Come check us out. All proceeds go to our own Jones County Library.
SUNDAY, MARCH 15
What: Family and Friends Day When: 8:00 a.m. Where: . 159 Cleveland St., Gray More Info: The Mount Salem Missionary Baptist Church would like to invite you to their annual Family and Friend’s Day.
THURSDAY, MARCH 26
What: Jones County High School Class of 1976 When: Deadline by March 26 More Info: JCHS Class of 76 is in the process of planning a 50-year class reunion. Please contact one of the following if you are interested: Joy Wallace Smith (478)973-8392, Kelly or Mike Tyler (478)808-9622 or Carla Bryant DeJesus (478)973-1492.
SATURDAY, MARCH 28
What: Community Pride Cleanup When: 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. Where: Carol’s Park, 110 S. Jefferson St., Gray More Info: Grab a friend and volunteer to help make Jones County a better place to live and work. Document shredding, tire recycling on site. Safety vest, work gloves, trash/recycle bags will be available at 102 E. Clinton St. March 25 & 26 from 2 – 4 p.m. and the day of the day of the event. Following the cleanup there will be lunch for volunteers and an award ceremony.
SUNDAY, MARCH 29
What: Installation Service of our Pastor, Rev.
Gregory Lofton When: 2:00 p.m. Where: . The Mount Salem Missionary Baptist Church, 159 Cleveland Street, Gray More Info: The speaker for this occasion is Dr. James E.
Jamerson, Pastor of Antioch Baptist Church, Pineview, Georgia.
SATURDAY, APRIL 11
What: Honor Flight Golf Tournament When: Shotgun start at noon Where: Southern Hills Golf and Country Club, 360 Warner Robins Hwy., Hawkinsville More Info: Middle Georgia Honor Flight will have six honor flights again this year. Part of a nationwide network of 135 hubs, Middle Georgia Honor Flight was founded in 2018 and has taken over 400 veterans on 30 flights to Washington D.C. to see their memorials. Golfers who are interested in participating can get sign up forms by e-mail at MGHFGolfTour@gmail.com, or by calling 478-397-6508.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 15
What: Morton Johnson Scholarships When: Completed applications must be postmarked by April 15.
Where: Students interested in applying for the Morton Johnson Scholarship for the 2026-2027 school year may pick up an application in the Jones County High School counselor’s office or request one by emailing darscholarship@windstream.net.
More Info: Please call (478) 986-1890 with questions and leave a message.
ONGOING
What: Miriam Ethridge Pilot Club Scholarships When: Now through April 8 (deadline) Where: Applications for the scholarships are available to any high school senior who is a resident of Jones County. Application forms may be obtained from the Counselor’s office at Jones County High School, or any of the following locations in Gray: Jones County Public Library, Ace Hardware, Exchange Bank, Magnolia Bank, Morris Bank and Cadence Bank.
More Info: Please direct any questions to Nancy McCook (770) 653-9156.
BALDWIN
THROUGH MARCH 8
What: The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical When: March 5-6 at 7:30 p.m.; March 7 at 3 p.m. Where: Georgia College & State University, 200 N.
Clark St., Milledgeville
FRIDAY, MARCH 6
What: Knights of Columbus Fish Fry When: 5-7 p.m. Where: Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 110 N.
Jefferson St. NE, Milledgeville More info: Adults $10, children 12 and under $5. Eat in or carry out. For further details, please call Tim Kimerling at 313-550 -8950.
What: First Friday Fest When: 6-9 p.m. Where: Downtown Milledgeville More info: Join Mainstreet Milledgeville for live music, downtown dining, late shopping, and family-friendly fun as local and regional bands take the stage for an unforgettable evening.
SATURDAY, MARCH 7
What: County Line Music Festival When: noon to 8 p.m. Where: 141Corral Road NE, Milledgeville More info: The 14th annual County Line Music Festival is set to return, hosted by the County Line Music Festival nonprofit organization. Since its inception in 2012, this popular event has raised funds for local charities and community-based initiatives, including the Life Enrichment Center and the Muscular Dystrophy Association.
What: Georgia’s Miss Amazing Pageant When: 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Where: The Magnolia Ballroom, 231 W. Hancock St., Milledgeville More info: This year’s theme, “Abilities in Full Bloom,” sets the tone for an uplifting day focused on confidence-building, friendship, and celebration. Girls ages 5 and up are invited to participate across seven age divisions, creating a welcoming environment where every participant is encouraged to shine.
FRIDAY, MARCH 13
What: Arti Gras When: 5:30 p.m. Where: Allen’s Market, 101 E. McIntosh St., Milledgeville More info: Step into the vibrant spirit of Mardi Gras for a colorful celebration of creativity for all ages! Explore hands-on activities like Make Your Own Wish Bag, Create Your Own Mardi Gras Mask, a Popcorn Bar, customize your own bracelet, face painting, tarot readings, and contribute to a community art project for a collaborative masterpiece. Admission is free, and activity tables are $5 each, with all proceeds supporting Allied Arts to help us continue giving back to the community.
SATURDAY, MARCH 14
What: Piedmont Amateur Radio monthly meeting When: 9 a.m. Where: 234 N. Wesley Chapel Rd., Eatonton More info: All licensed hams, non-licensed hams and anybody interested in becoming a ham radio operator is welcome.
MARCH 15
What: Shakespeare in the Park When: 2 p.m. Where: Lockerly Arboretum, 1534 Irwinton Rd., Milledgeville More info: Get ready for a whirlwind of wit and laughter as Milledgeville Theatre Collective brings The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) to the great outdoors! This fast-paced, madcap comedy packs all of Shakespeare’s plays into one wildly entertaining performance that’s perfect for a sunny afternoon in the park.
PUTNAM
MARCH 5-7
What: Gigantic Used Book Sale When: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Where: Georgia Writers Museum, 109 S. Jefferson Ave., Eatonton More Info: Lowest prices on titles from Georgia and beyond. Indulge in Sylvia’s coffee while you shop. 706 991-5119, georgiawritersmuseum.org
FRIDAY, MARCH 6
What: Revelation of Hope Prophecy Seminar When: 7 p.m. Where: Eatonton 7th Day Adventist Church, 232 Pea Ridge Rd., Eatonton More Info: Come learn about The AntiChrist, Mark of the Beast, and other mysteries of Revelation. Free admission, register at: AtttendSeminar.live/Eatonton. Contact Lillie Hill at 478-457-4456 for more information,
SATURDAY, MARCH 7
What: 12th annual Seuss on the Loose When: 9 a.m. to Noon Where: Putnam County Primary School, 162 Old Glenwood Springs Rd., Eatonton More Info: Fun Run registration begins 9 a.m.; run starts 9:30 a.m.; events inside school 10 a.m. to noon. Pre-register for Fun Run by Feb. 23 to be guaranteed event shirts. $15 individual Fun Runners, $40 for three runners, $10 for inside events. For more information or to order tickets visit zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/seusson- the-loose.
SATURDAY, MARCH 14
What: Inaugural Honoring Our Heroes Fundraiser When: Doors open 5:30 p.m. Where: Briarpatch Farm, 725 Pea Ridge Rd., Eatonton More Info: Hosted by Georgia Safari Club Intl. and Lake Oconee Elks Lodge No. 2849, the evening will feature keynote speaker Mark Nutsch, a Green Beret commander and inspiration for the story told in “12 Strong,” as well as retired U.S Army Sergeant and Purple Heart recipient Mario Lopez, and a performance by Eatonton-born, award-winning songwriter Matt Rogers. Dinner and fellowship, live and silent auctions, and raffles, with tickets and more information at gasci. ejoinme.org/honoringourheroes.
