Join Greene County Library in Greensboro, GA, on November 7 at 10:30 AM for the Firefly Trail experience! Enjoy a fun outdoor adventure while exploring the beauty of the local area. It's a great opportunity to get outside, connect with the community, and discover the natural charm of Greene County. Don't miss this exciting local event!

Sassy’s Photography Santa will visit Pals Watering Hole at 903 Harmony Road in Eatonton, GA, on November 7 from 10:30–11:30 a.m. Families can book an appointment for festive Santa photos, with packages starting at $20 for one digital image, $50 for three, or $75 for five. Advance booking is required.

Join Story Time at Greene County Library every Thursday at 10:30 AM in Greensboro, GA. Perfect for young children, this fun-filled program features engaging stories, songs, and interactive activities that inspire a love of reading. Rain or shine, families are invited to enjoy a welcoming morning of learning, laughter, and literacy.

Join Toddler Story Time every Wednesday at 11:00 AM at Morgan County Library in Madison, GA! Perfect for toddlers and their caregivers, this interactive program features engaging stories, songs, movement, and early literacy activities that help build language, social, and listening skills. Enjoy a fun, welcoming environment where little ones can explore books, make new friends, and develop a lifelong love of reading.

Join Mama T for Story Time at Lake Country Books and Gifts in Eatonton, Georgia, on Saturday, October 31, at 11 AM! Little readers are invited to enjoy a fun, family-friendly storytelling experience. Kids are welcome to wear their not-so-scary Halloween costumes for a festive morning filled with stories, imagination, and community fun. Celebrate Halloween with books and smiles at this beloved local bookstore!

Spooky Storytime in White Plains invites children and families to enjoy a fun Halloween-themed storytime at Greene County Library in Greensboro, GA. Little readers can listen to spooky stories, enjoy seasonal fun, and celebrate the Halloween season together. A festive library event for families and young children in White Plains and Greene County.

Halloween Storytime at Morgan County Library in Madison, GA, invites children and families to enjoy a festive reading experience filled with spooky stories, Halloween fun, and seasonal excitement. It’s a family-friendly way to celebrate the holiday, encourage a love of reading, and enjoy time together at the library.

Run through historic downtown Eatonton on Halloween morning during the Run in Putnam: Halloween 5K + Fun Run. Participants can enjoy a festive route, encounter a few of Eatonton’s most famous “live ghosts,” and are encouraged to dress in costume.

The 5K begins at 8:00 AM and covers 3.1 miles through downtown. Registration is $35, with prize money for the top three overall finishers and custom medals for age-group winners. The Fun Run begins at 8:30 AM and covers approximately 0.75 miles for children ages 3–10. Every finisher receives an award and plushie.

The event also features a costume contest with gift cards for Best Overall, Most Creative, and Scariest costumes. A free after-party at Livery Studio, 109 E Marion St., includes awards at 9:15 AM, local vendors, and food.

Packet pickup is available Friday, October 30, from 12–6 PM at the Eatonton Visitor Center and race morning from 7:30–8:15 AM at Livery Studio. Registration is online only.

Cars & Coffee invites the community to its Halloween Trunk or Treat event on October 31 from 8–10 AM. Participants can bring their cars or trucks to show off and donate a bag of candy, while children can wear costumes and trick-or-treat around the vehicles. Guests are welcome to dress up themselves or decorate their cars. This will be the last Cars & Coffee event until February, weather permitting.

The City of Greensboro and Greene County High School will present the 2026 Trick or Treat in Tiger Country on Thursday, October 29, 2026, from 5:30 to 7:00 PM at Greene County High School. This free community event brings together local businesses, organizations, churches, clubs, and community groups to create a safe and festive Halloween experience for local families.

Cafe du Papa will be on-site serving up their delicious hot coffee, donuts, beignets and more Thursday evening.

Vendors will be located around the high school, with a vendor map and additional event information emailed to registered participants before the event.

Organizations and volunteers may arrive at 4:00 PM for setup, and all vendors must arrive by 5:00 PM and be fully set up before the event begins. Vendors are required to bring their own table and are encouraged to decorate their booth with seasonal or Halloween décor. Costumes are encouraged, and at least one adult must remain at each booth throughout the event. Vendors should plan to provide enough treats for more than 700 children.

All participation forms must be submitted by October 24, 2026.

The City of Madison’s Spooktacular Costume Parade invites children ages 13 and younger, costumed pets on leashes, and their families to Town Park on Thursday, October 29, 2026, from 5:00–6:00 p.m. Participants will parade around the park, show off their costumes, collect treats from local businesses and organizations, and compete for prizes. Afterward, Madison police and firefighters will serve hallo-weiners, with safety vehicles available for kids and families to explore.

Putnam County, GA, invites families to celebrate Halloween on the Square on Thursday, October 29, from 4:00–6:30 p.m. at the Putnam County Courthouse in Eatonton.

Children can wear their favorite Halloween costumes, visit candy stations around the courthouse, and explore the Touch-a-Truck area for an up-close look at vehicles and equipment used by Putnam County departments.

The family-friendly event brings county departments and the local community together for an afternoon of Halloween fun, candy, costumes, and seasonal festivities. Families are encouraged to mark their calendars and join the celebration!

Join Story Time at Greene County Library every Thursday at 10:30 AM in Greensboro, GA. Perfect for young children, this fun-filled program features engaging stories, songs, and interactive activities that inspire a love of reading. Rain or shine, families are invited to enjoy a welcoming morning of learning, laughter, and literacy.

Join Toddler Story Time every Wednesday at 11:00 AM at Morgan County Library in Madison, GA! Perfect for toddlers and their caregivers, this interactive program features engaging stories, songs, movement, and early literacy activities that help build language, social, and listening skills. Enjoy a fun, welcoming environment where little ones can explore books, make new friends, and develop a lifelong love of reading.

Baby Reads is held every Monday at 10:00 AM at Morgan County Library in Madison, GA. This engaging early literacy program is designed for babies and their caregivers, featuring stories, songs, rhymes, and interactive activities that support language development and bonding. Join us each week to nurture a lifelong love of reading in a fun, welcoming environment.

For Pete the Cat, life is an adventure no matter where the journey leads. When the groovy blue cat meets the Biddle family, he gets everyone rocking—except young Jimmy Biddle, the most organized second grader on planet Earth.

When Jimmy draws a blank during art class in the final week of school, Pete proves to be the perfect friend to help him find his inspiration. Together, Pete and Jimmy set out on a mission to conquer second-grade art. Along the way, they discover new lessons about creativity, friendship, and inspiration.

Audiences can join Jimmy and Pete on an exciting adventure of friendship that takes them all the way to Paris and back in a VW Bus. The production is recommended for PreK through 3rd grade and has a runtime of 50 minutes.

Curriculum connections: Creativity, friendship, getting along, overcoming differences, cooperation, and personal growth.

Fun Fact: Director and choreographer Dan Knechtges is a Tony Award nominee who has directed or choreographed five Broadway shows, including The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, Xanadu, and Lysistrata Jones.

First Methodist Church Greensboro–Lake Oconee will host its Fall Festival on October 25 from 12–2 PM at its Lake Oconee Campus in Greensboro, GA. Families can enjoy an afternoon of games, food, Trunk or Treat, crafts, and seasonal fun. Admission is free, making it a great opportunity for families and friends to celebrate fall together.

Liberty United Methodist Church to Host 2nd Annual Harvest Jubilee on October 24

WHITE PLAINS, Ga. — Liberty United Methodist Church will host its 2nd Annual Harvest Jubilee on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. at the church, located at 3091 Liberty Church Road in White Plains.

The family-friendly community event will feature live music, pit-smoked barbecue, hayrides, a fire pit and s’mores, cake walks, games, a silent auction, and a raffle for a Pit Boss Austin XL Pellet Grill.

Admission is free, and everyone in the community is invited to attend.

This year, proceeds from the Harvest Jubilee will benefit Neighbors Helping Neighbors, an organization serving individuals and families in need throughout Greene and Putnam Counties. Last year’s Harvest Jubilee raised $4,000 in support of the organization.

According to Pastor Chris Huskins, the Harvest Jubilee provides an opportunity for the church to bring people together, welcome neighbors, and support an organization serving the local community.

Raffle tickets for the Pit Boss Austin XL Pellet Grill are $10 each and are available from Liberty UMC members. The event will also feature a silent auction with items donated by local businesses, church members, and community supporters.

Founded in 1786, Liberty United Methodist Church continues its mission of “Growing in faith. Serving in love.”

Costume Storytime and Spooky Craft at Greene County Library is a fun Halloween event for children and families in Greensboro, GA. Enjoy a festive storytime, come dressed in costume, and get creative with a spooky craft. It’s a playful way for local kids to celebrate Halloween, enjoy the library, and make special seasonal memories.

Farmview Market will host its Flavors of Fall Festival on October 24 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The family-friendly event will feature a petting zoo, face painting, kids’ crafts, lawn games, and live music. Guests can shop the open-air Farmers Market, enjoy seasonal flavors from in-store suppliers, and sample Thanksgiving meals. The festival offers a festive way to kick off the fall season at Farmview Market.

Join Story Time at Greene County Library every Thursday at 10:30 AM in Greensboro, GA. Perfect for young children, this fun-filled program features engaging stories, songs, and interactive activities that inspire a love of reading. Rain or shine, families are invited to enjoy a welcoming morning of learning, laughter, and literacy.

Join Toddler Story Time every Wednesday at 11:00 AM at Morgan County Library in Madison, GA! Perfect for toddlers and their caregivers, this interactive program features engaging stories, songs, movement, and early literacy activities that help build language, social, and listening skills. Enjoy a fun, welcoming environment where little ones can explore books, make new friends, and develop a lifelong love of reading.

Baby Reads is held every Monday at 10:00 AM at Morgan County Library in Madison, GA. This engaging early literacy program is designed for babies and their caregivers, featuring stories, songs, rhymes, and interactive activities that support language development and bonding. Join us each week to nurture a lifelong love of reading in a fun, welcoming environment.

Join Café du Papa at Lakepoint Community Church’s annual Trunk or Treat in Eatonton, GA, on October 18 from 4–6 PM. Enjoy candy, trunk games, glitter tattoos, festive treats, and family-friendly Halloween fun. This free community event is open to everyone, so bring family and friends for an afternoon of seasonal fun!

The Madison Lions Club Fair wraps up its 70th anniversary celebration on Saturday, October 17, in Madison, Georgia. The Saturday unlimited rides bracelet is $30 and includes access from the 1:00 PM matinee opening through closing. Guests can enjoy carnival rides, fair food, and family entertainment, including the Giant Wheel and thrilling Sky Diver attraction.

Meet author Southern Britt at Lake Country Books & Gifts in Eatonton, GA, for a special signing of her children’s book, Cheering on the Dawgs! Stop by on October 17 from 11 AM to 1 PM to meet the author, learn more about her book, and get your own copy. It’s a fun opportunity for young readers and Georgia Dawgs fans to celebrate a love of books and football!

The Madison Lions Club Fair continues its 70th anniversary festivities on Friday, October 16, in Madison, Georgia. Visitors can experience an exciting night of carnival rides, fair food, and family entertainment, with a $25 unlimited rides bracelet available. Highlights include the Giant Wheel, the largest Ferris wheel ever featured at the Lions Fair, and the daring new Sky Diver ride.

The Madison Lions Club Fair brings another evening of carnival fun to Madison, Georgia, on Thursday, October 15, as part of its 70th anniversary celebration. Guests can enjoy unlimited rides with a $25 bracelet, along with classic fair food and entertainment. The Giant Wheel and new Sky Diver attraction add even more excitement to this annual community event.

Join Story Time at Greene County Library every Thursday at 10:30 AM in Greensboro, GA. Perfect for young children, this fun-filled program features engaging stories, songs, and interactive activities that inspire a love of reading. Rain or shine, families are invited to enjoy a welcoming morning of learning, laughter, and literacy.