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JONES
SATURDAY, AUG. 15
What: Jones County Hunter Education Class When: Sat., Aug. 15, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Where: Jones County Fire Station 5 in Wayside More info: There is no cost for this class. All supplies are provided. Signing up for the classes on the DNR web site is required and easy. Simply go to https:// georgiawildlife.com/hunting/huntereducation and click on the ‘Find and sign up for a class’ under FREE COURSES. You will have to create an account ifyoudonothaveone. Makesuretheaccountis forthestudenttakingtheclass. Ifyouhaveany questions or problems, call or text the instructor at 706-476-3200 or email at: mdsteed@live.com. Bring something to drink. Lunch is not provided but options will be available at a small cost.
SUNDAY, AUG. 16
What: White Chapel AME Church Homecoming When: Sunday, Aug. 16, 1 p.m. Where: White Chapel AME Church, 2370 Old Hwy. 11, Round Oak More info: Bishop Coleman Dumas III and Stone Well Nation Church family will be our guest. For more information, call 478-952-7137.
BALDWIN
THURSDAY, AUG. 6
What: Garden Party at the Brown-Stetson-Snaford House When: 6-8 p.m. Where: 601 W. Hancock St., Milledgeville More info: Enjoy a relaxing summer evening at the historic Brown-Stetson-Sanford House. Guests will explore the historical, medicinal herb garden, enjoy light refreshments, and paint their own flower vase to take home. It’s a creative way to spend an evening while experiencing the history and charm of one of Milledgeville’s oldest homes. Tickets are $25 per person, and advance registration is recommended.
FRIDAY, AUG. 7
What: The Milly Farmers Market When: 4-7 p.m. Where: Milledgeville Pavilion, 222 E. Hancock St. More info: The market can include locally sourced and grown products, handmade natural household cleaning supplies, freshly baked bread and pastries, fresh eggs, locally raised meats, pork, duck, and rabbit, wildflower bouquets, bagged local compost, potted plants and succulents, local honey, muscadines, corn and other seasonal vegetables, seasonal fruit, and more.
What: First Friday: Classic Car Show When: 6 p.m. Where: Downtown Milledgeville More info: Hosted by Milledgeville Main Street, this free, family-friendly event brings an impressive lineup of classic cars, hot rods, muscle cars, trucks, motorcycles, and custom vehicles to the heart of downtown. Stroll the streets, admire a variety of unique vehicles, chat with their owners, and enjoy a summer evening exploring downtown Milledgeville.
SATURDAY, AUG. 8
What: Robbins Farm Farmer’s Market When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: Woodland Acres at Robbins Farm, 223 Cox Woodland Rd. NW More info: The market features farm-grown produce, fresh flowers, baked goods, and a rotating selection of local vendors offering items such as dairy products, sourdough bread, seasonal fruit, handcrafted goods, and household products.
PUTNAM
THURSDAY, AUG. 6
What: Paint Between the Lines Opening Reception When: 5-7:30 p.m. Where: The Artisans Village Art Gallery, 110 W. Marion St., Eatonton More Info: In this collaboration between The Artisans Village Art Guild and Georgia Writers Museum, area writers submitted a story, poem, which local artists used to create a piece of art. Finished works will be displayed side by side.