Saturday, Sept. 26
The Georgia Department of Natural Resources invites people around the state to “Go For Free, Georgia” by offering free admission to all state parks and historical sites, free fishing on all public waters in the state, free kids’ fishing events and free Outdoor Adventure Days at various locations. To learn more about free day at state parks and historic sites, visit www.GeorgiaStateParks.org. For more information about free fishing and Outdoor Adventure Days, visit www.georgiawildlife.com.
9 a.m. to 2 p.m.: The American Cancer Society conducts Reach to Recovery Volunteer Certification in the Education Center at Oconee Regional Medical Center, 821 N. Cobb St. Anyone who has had breast cancer and wants to share their experience with someone recently diagnosed with the disease is invited to become a volunteer. Lunch is provided. To RSVP, call (478) 743-6391.
10 a.m.: Baldwin County surplus sale will be held at the Public Works Department on Linda Drive.
Noon and 2 p.m.: Jeanette Waddell, Professional Storyteller, performs a tribute to Johnny Mercer during Museum Day at the Georgia Music Hall of Fame in Macon.
Monday, Sept. 28
Noon to 4 p.m.: Harriet’s Closet, a free supply closet to help fill the needs of cancer patients, is open in Room 413 of Oconee Regional Medical Center. A free Mary Kay consultation is available for cancer patients during Closet hours by appointment only. Carol Griffin (478) 453-0295.
2 to 7 p.m.: Wilkinson County Community Blood Drive will be held at the Gordon United Methodist Church Social Hall at 130 Main Street in Gordon. Participants will be eligible to enter a drawing to win one of three $1,000 gas gift cards. For more information or to make an appointment, call Ethel Beck at (478) 628-2381.
5:30 p.m.: Milledgeville-Baldwin County Development Authority meets in the Chamber of Commerce office.
6 p.m.: “The Mourning After” a bereavement group sponsored by Hospice Care Options and the GCSU Psychology Department is held in room 1-15 in the GCSU Arts and Sciences Building. The event is free and open to the public. (478) 453-8572
7 p.m.: BINGO is held at the American Legion on Log Cabin Road. No one under the age of 18 is permitted. Refreshments are sold by the Ladies Auxiliary. (478) 452-8538
7:30 p.m.: The Oconee River Buskers Square Dance Club meets at the Walter B. Williams Recreation Center. Round dancing begins at 6:30 p.m.
7:30 p.m.: Milledgeville Jaycees meet at Walter B. Williams Jr. Park.
Tuesday, Sept. 29
12:45 p.m.: The Milledgeville Kiwanis Club meets at the Milledgeville Country Club. Visitors are welcome to the program and to lunch with a club sponsor.
1 p.m.: The Eatonton Duplicate Bridge Club, an official member of the American Contract Bridge League, meets at the Eatonton Performing Arts Center on Madison Avenue in Eatonton. Come with a partner or e-mail Pat Turney at turney@plantationcable.net for a possible partner match.
4 to 7 p.m.: Milledgeville Marketplace Farmers Market features locally grown produce and hand made products. It is located in the city lot at 222 East Hancock between the Chevron Golden Pantry and the Huddle House. Free customer parking in the freshly cut grassy field just behind the lot. Enter from Elbert Street.
6 p.m.: The Bicycling Club of Milledgeville meets in the parking lot behind Oconee Outfitters for its weekly road ride. Beginner pace for first hour, moderate pace later.
7 p.m.: The Sweet Georgia Sound Sweet Adeline Chorus meets at Vineville Christian Towers to practice, socialize and sing. It is for women only. (478) 932-5387
7:30 p.m.: Georgia College and State University presents a guest artist recital featuring Kelly Via on flute and Ellen foster on harp. The event will be held in the Max Noah Recital Hall and is free and open to the public.
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