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14 Set Sail

22 Paddling AroundThere’s nothing more liberating than being in control of a kayak on the open water.

28 One Stop ShopLakeWelcome Center is a resource for information on all

things Oconee and Sinclair.

34 Hook, Line & SinkerFisherman from throughout the region will soon descend upon lakes Sinclair and Oconee

46 Touching DownThe way into the Twin Lakes area often includes falling from the clouds and touching down on the tarmac.


DEPARTMENTS

6 From the Editor

9 The Staff

10 Scene & Heard

36 Dining Scene: Bone Island Grill

41 Dining Directory

50 Church Profile

54 Church Directory

56 Arts & Entertainment

59 Advertiser Index

60 Sightings

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A lake is thelandscape's mostbeautiful and expres-sive feature. It isearth's eye; lookinginto which thebeholder measuresthe depth of his ownnature.

~Henry David Thoreau

ON THE COVER

��Sailing on Sinclair:Relaxation seems emi-nent when gazing atthe calm waters of LakeSinclair and the perfectblue sky above it. Manythanks to Danielle FieldsPhotography for ourcover photo this issue.

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“I wandered lonely as a cloud That floats on high o’er vales and hills,

When all at once I saw a crowd, A host, of golden daffodils;

Beside the lake, beneath the trees, Fluttering and dancing in the breeze.”

— William WordsworthFrom “I wandered lonely as a cloud”

Just as Wordsworth’s words beckonthe mind to the waters, so dosummer days in Lake Country.

Warm weather is upon us, and formany of us that means time out onthe water with family, friends andfellowship with the great outdoors. In this, our second Lake Issue ofMilledgeville Scene, we celebrate ourarea waters by sharing insight intothe serenity and beauty that makethis area so treasured and unique. Travel along the peaceful waters ofLake Sinclair as staff writer JessicaLuton brings us tips gained firsthandfrom local kayakers. Prepare to setsail with the Oconee Sailing andYacht Club, whose members findtheir true fulfillment outside thecompetitive spirit of the races them-selves by simply taking in the won-ders of the experience out on thewaters. Follow writer Vaishali Patel

as she takes part in one of theirraces and brings the Oconee Sailingand Yacht Club’s story to life.

Also in this issue, discover howthe palate of Key West meets aSouthern flair in writer JonathanJackson’s feature on the diningtables of the Bone Island Grill.

We’ll also share the story behindone of the area’s newest and mostunique congregations, the Church atChoby’s Landing, where writer SarahBeth Ariemma shares how the pictur-esque lake scenery and simple wor-ship touches locals and many week-enders.

Speaking of visitors, the LakeCountry receives many of them thistime of year and inside, you’ll discov-er how the newly revamped LakeWelcome Center and the BaldwinCounty Airport usher them in to areasurroundings and point newcomersand lake veterans in the right direc-tion from the moment they touchdown.

In these warm days of summer, besure to take some time this year tobecome more of a tourist in your ownbackyard. Don’t take the beauty ofthe local waters for granted — get outand explore — you may be surprisedat what you discover.

Thanks again for readingMilledgeville Scene. Don’t forget to e-mail and give us your feedback andlet us know what stories you’d like tosee in upcoming editions. E-mail meat [email protected] and letus know what you think of our latestissue.

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�� The Twin Lakes Library System’s Summer ReadingClub returns for another exciting season full of sur-prises to engage the minds of area readers. Thelibrary’s summer reading program includes a chil-dren’s reading club, a teen reading club and an adultreading club. Registration kicks off Thursday, May 20. This year’s theme for the Summer Reading Program iswater and beach related and many areas of the librarywill soon be under the guise of the beachfront. Lastyear, more than 1,500 area readers registered for thesummer program, which features weekly presentationsand learning activities such as the ever-popularOkefenokee Joe. Children will be able to count bookstoward their ‘official book count’ until July 15, andprizes can be collected until July 31. For more informa-tion visit the Twin Lakes Library System Website atwww.twinlakeslibrarysystem.org

�� Test your aquatic ingenuity at the 2nd VILLAGECardboard Boat Regatta at Lake Oconee Village in nearbyGreensboro. The event, which benefits the OconeePerforming Arts Society (OPAS) and other area charities.Each team in the event will display their handmade, card-board boat at the regatta site and visitors to the event willview the entered boats and vote for their favorites withmonetary donations at each boat site. The donations areadded up and the team with the highest total wins the“Pride of the Fleet” trophy. All of the proceeds will beawarded to area charities. Among the day’s other eventswill be a contest to see which boaters can stay afloat inhopes of winning the “Black Pearl” trophy. Those whosurvive the speed race will have the option to participatein the final and most entertaining event, the “Last BoatAfloat” competition. As they say “All is fair in love andwar” and it will definitely apply when it comes to thisevent; boaters will attempt to sink their competitorswhile managing to keep their own boat afloat. The lastboat floating will receive the highly coveted “UnsinkableMolly Brown” trophy. Those who sink, whether in theSpeed Race or Last Boat Afloat competition, will have a

chance at winning the “Titanic” trophy. This will be awarded to the boat withthe most spectacular sinking. This year’s event will be held Sunday, Aug. 15from 2 to 6 p.m. There is a boat registration fee of $50. The event is free andopen to the public. For more information on the VILLAGE Regatta and otherupcoming VILLAGE events, please visit our Web site at www.OPAS.org orwww.LakeOconeeVillage.com.

��Georgia College Student Government Associationrecently released the recorded version of the university’sofficial fight song, “Here Comes the Thunder!”

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With April showers in the past and temperatures on the rise, many sailing enthusiasts havealready begun cleaning their galleys, securing their masts and sails and enjoying their ves-sels on Lake Sinclair, including 80 membersof the Oconee Sailing and Yacht Club (OSYC).

Commodore Ken Griffin said the members of the club typically begin their spring races inApril progressing until winner is determined and recognized with an award in mid-Juneafter a series of five races.

“A yacht is any recreational boat used for leisure and I think the name does not relate towhat we really do here. We have a good time sailing. Whether you like cruising or racing, sail-ing is a passion. There are so many rules that most of us haven’t even started to understandall of the racing rules,” Griffin said. “For some sailing clubs, racing is unbelievably seriousand that tends to scare people off because if you don’t know the fundamentals of it, you canget intimidated. I thought I knew how to sail until I started racing. Racing really helps youtune the boat. Anybody can make a sailboat go, but racing is what really hones your sailingskills.”

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OSYC originated in 1955 when six club members pur-chased the property, located just north of Milledgevilleon Lake Sinclair, in which the club still resides today.Facilities include a clubhouse with showers, a pavedlaunch ramp, boat slips up to 25 feet long and a camp-ing, beach and swim area.

Lake Sinclair was formed in 1953 when the waters ofthe Oconee River were dammed by Georgia Power toestablish a 45,000-kilowatt hydroelectric generating sta-tion. The completion of a pump-storage reservoir forLake Sinclair, Wallace Dam, created Lake Oconee

almost three decades later. Past OSYC Commodore Jimmy Harrell said even

though weather conditions and wind drives are con-stantly monitored before races, “we sometimes do getshadowed.”

“Lake Sinclair is a typical inland lake and the wind isvery shifty. Winds can go from being incredibly strong tono wind at all. Even though the club pre-dates LakeOconee, the club became the Oconee Sailing and YachtClub since this was the Oconee basin,” Harrell said.“The club started out as a small boat club with people

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camping on the grounds and going out on the boats. Theboats have changed from little boats to bigger boats andtoday, most of the members have some type of sleepingaccommodations.”

Harrell’s passion for sailing began in his early 20s andhe decided to re-engage himself in the pastime once byjoining OSYC in 2002 after moving and retiring inMilledgeville 11 years ago.

“Sailing is sort of addictive thing I guess. Some peoplecome out and fall in love with it and some people saythat this just isn’t for them. Sailing is a life sport and it

can be done on many different levels,” he said.“There’s a saying that says, ‘if you’re going motor-

boating, then you’re going somewhere; if you’re goingsailing, then you’re already there.’”

Robin Taviner of Macon, a Toronto native, has beenactive within the club for more than a year and he sayshe still continues to polish his sailing skills, even withmany years of experience under his sail.

“I’ve been sailing since I was a teenager. In Toronto, Isailed in the Royal Canadian Yacht Club,” he said. “In[OSYC], you get to meet a bunch of great people who are

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really very easygoing.”Club member Jack Mahaney owns and races

one of the original thistles in the club, inwhich class rules limit innovations to the onedesign class boat in rigging, sail purchasesand electronic navigation gear, but notweight. He hopes the club will incorporate ayouth program for the fascinated juniorsailors.

“We don’t have a lot of youth programs.When the younger kids grow up, then thosekids can graduate to other classes,” Mahaneysaid. “You never stop learning and you cansail till quite late in life. You might not com-pete as heavily as you had before when you’re70, even though I’ve raced against some veryferocious competitors in their 70s. This is afamily-oriented affair that you can continueto do as a family while building relationshipswith others and honing your skills as a sailor.”

The private club offers more than world-class sailing and sports; families are able toshare their interests at various social func-tions including summer barbecues, beachparties and holiday regattas. Membership isby sponsored by invitation only and non-mem-bers can attend events listed as “open” on theOSYC Web site. The club is currently seekingmembership applications from interestedsailors.

“We participate in other sailing events suchas the Mug Race in Jacksonville, Fla., whichis a 40 mile race with 120 participants and theB.E.E.R. Cruise in Pensacola,” Griffin said.“The requirements to join the sailing club arethat you just have to be interested in sailingand we don’t encourage power boats. The ini-tiation fee is $300 and annual dues are $300.

Not anybody can just get in though; there isa membership process. Once you fill out anapplication and meet with the membershipcommittee, it then goes to the board and thenit’s posted.”

With summer nearing, Griffin said goodboatmanship and having the right safetyequipment is essential in order to create amore pleasant and safe experience for every-one while out on the water.

“Having the right equipment like floatationdevices, having the knowledge of riding aboat, since sailboats are different than regu-lar boats, and definitely being aware of theboom [are important before sailing],” he said.

“We practice man overboard drills with lifepreserves out in the water. With the sailingexperience we’ve gained here, it helps us dowhat we love to do.”

For more information about the OSYC, tobecome a member or to view the calendar ofevents, visit www.osyc.net.

To help navigate your way onthe waters, here’s a brief look atsome of the most frequently used

sailing terminology:

1. Galley -the kitchen area of a ship, train or aircraft2. Mast - the vertical spar (pole) supporting boom and

sails3. Thistle - high performance one-design racing

dinghy (small boat), generally sailed with a three-per-son crew

4. Rigging - the system of masts and lines on ships andother sailing vessels

5. Regatta - a series of rowing, sailing or yacht races;often includes social and promotional activities sur-rounding the racing event

6. The Mug Race - The world’s largest river race, heldin Jacksonville, Fla.,

open to sailboats of all sizes with more than 100 tro-phies awarded based on boat class and various cate-gories. There are two courses, depending on mast size,in which each boat has a start time based on their rat-ing.

7. B.E.E.R. Cruise - Backwater Environmental EscapeRendezvous; Group of trailer sailors and their familiesfrom around the country and Canada gather atPensacola Naval Shipyard Marina in Florida annuallyfor an approximately four day, 40 mile round trip begin-ning in June. Members of OSYC plan to participate inthe 9th annual event this year.

8. Boom - a spar (pole) along the foot (bottom) of a foreand aft rigged sail that greatly improves control of theangle and shape of the sail; also serves as an attachmentpoint for more sophisticated control lines.

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There’s really nothing moreliberating than being in controlof a kayak on the open water.

Whether you crave the adrenaline rush of kayakingdown the river or a calming, peaceful tour of nearbyLake Sinclair or Lake Oconee, exploring and reacquaint-ing oneself with nature has never been so easy andaffordable.

On a beautiful Sunday afternoon in April, I had theopportunity to take an easy-going tour of Lake Sinclairwith Oconee Outfitters store manager and local bicycle

clubpresident Adam Heagy.

In tow for the ride, we each brought a friend and I gota firsthand experience at the many benefits and joys ofkayaking on the local waters. With the wind in my hair,glistening sunshine on my shoulders and the occasionalsplash of water to cool me down, I saw the lake as I hadnever seen it before — up close and personal.

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After a brief overview of how to adjust thefoot pedals and seats on our kayaks, as wellas a brief demonstration of the proper kayak-ing stroke, we launched off from Bass BoatHouse and tested the waters. Within no time,the four of us had acquainted ourselves withthe technique and we glided along, followingthe edge of the water at a slow pace and look-ing out for any other oncoming boat traffic.As we rounded the first curve from the dock,we got a waterfront view of the newly builtcondominiums near the Country Club. As wecontinued onward, we chatted about our per-sonal experiences with kayaking, whichranged from a few years under the belt tonovice, and we discussed the benefits ofbecoming a regular kayaker—exercise,stress relief and socializing, to name just afew.

As we made our way to a small island justacross the lake, it became apparent to methat the experience included a nice armworkout, but just as my arm muscles had allbut tired out, we arrived to the shoreline ofthe island to witness a bit of wildlife thatmade the journey worthwhile for me. Alarge, strange bird hopped along the shore-line, weary of our presence there and even-tually retreating to the wooded area to hidebefore flying off in another direction. Isnapped a quick photo in hopes of catchingthis fascinating bird in flight and it struck methat this would be a great way to capture thebounty of nature that’s in and around ourlocal waters. As I guided my kayak away fromthe water, I began to notice several verysmall birds, intermittently diving into thewater and, in a fleeting instance, flying offinto the distance.

Good and tuckered out by this point, weheaded back into the shoreline after aboutan hour on the water, observing the changein the real estate properties along the wayand inquiring about the advantages, if any, ofowning your very own kayak.

With a $15 for a half-day and $25 for a full-day price for renting kayaks at OconeeOutfitters, I couldn’t fathom investing $500 ina kayak of my own, but could certainly seemyself and a large group of friends all rent-ing kayaks for a half a day and traversingdown the river or exploring different por-tions of our local waterways on a regularbasis. I’ll be planning another trip with somefriends this summer. And you can too.

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Learning to paddle: a beginner’s

instructions for thekayaking stroke

Hold the paddle, arms length apart,between your fingers and thumb andimagine that there’s an imaginary rec-tangle in front of you.

Glide the left side of the paddle intothe water at a slight angle and thensweep the paddle to the side and tothe hip. Repeat with the right side ofthe paddle.

As you perform this movement, theright side of the paddle should be atthe top, right corner of the imaginaryrectangle and then move toward thekayaker before the left side of thepaddle enters the top left corner ofthe imaginary rectangle and thentowards the kayaker again as theright side of the paddle sweeps to theside and behind the kayaker beforeexiting the water.

The stroke should not strain thekayaker, but should instead be easyto execute smoothly again and again.Additionally, the most importantmovement in the kayaking stroke istwisting of the body as the kayakerpaddles. It should be more of anendurance workout for your coremuscles than a strength workout foryour arms.

For more technique instructions,ask for assistance from your kayakrenter or search YouTube for kayak-ing instructional videos.

Safety for kayaking:

It’s important know a bit about kayaking safety beforetaking to the waters. Local area waters are generally safefor all skill levels under normal conditions, but kayakersneed to be prepared for low light conditions, ways to con-tact help, minor medical emergencies, outings whichextend past the estimated return time, weather patternchanges, other traffic or rising water levels.

Before heading out into the open water without a guide,it’s a good idea to review the safety guidelines available atthe American Canoe Association’s website, www.ameri-cancanoe.org. Additionally, kayakers can take an onlinesafety course before embarking on an adventure atwww.ipaddle.com

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No. 1: Never paddle alone, for obvious reasons. No. 2: Never paddle above your level, but if you’re not

an experienced kayaker take your experience level into consideration. Under normal conditions,the water around this area is safe for paddlers ofall levels.

No. 3: Bring water to stay hydrated, wear sunscreen anddress for the possibility of your kayak flipping.

No. 4: Be aware of your surroundings, particularly if other boat traffic is present or the river water is moving fast. Never cross in front of a moving motor boat on the lake. It’s better to wait and let them pass.

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Here’s your guide to planning your ownkayaking trip:

Local kayak rental businesses:

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The downtown Milledgeville business isentering its second year as a kayak renterand plans are in the works for adding to theeight available rental kayaks. Kayaks areavailable for rental from 10 a.m. through 6p.m. in the summer months. Pickup and drop-off to and from launching points is availablefor an extra charge.

Price: $15 for half a day rental; $25 for afull day rental; Rental includes kayak, life-jacket or PFD and paddle.

For more information or to make reserva-tions: [email protected],www.oconeeoutfitters.com or call the shopdirectly at (478) 452-3590.

Fishing Creek Outfitters: 201 Roberson Mill Rd NEMilledgeville, GA 31061-4991(478) 451-3474http://sites.google.com/a/fishingcreekonline.com/fcoiMonday through Saturday, 9 a.m. through 6 p.m.Price: $35 a day for a single Kayak$45 for a tandem

In-town drop-off points:

Rocky Creek ParkBass BoathouseThe Oconee River Greenway;

Other resources:To plan a longer trip via any of

Georgia’s numerous rivers andother waterways, be sure tocheck out the Georgia Canoe andKayak Paddler’s website atwww.gapaddle.com. The websiteincludes a wealth of informationon kayaking routes and a com-munity forum on Georgia kayak-ing trips and adventures.

Half, Full, and Multi-Day Kayak Rentals.Oconee River Shuttle Service available.

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1STOPSHOP

The Lake WelcomeCenter is a resourcefor information onall things Oconeeand Sinclair

AAn avid boater and boat salesman, Reginald

Gustafson set out some time ago to develop a one stopshop for Lake Country information and upcomingevents.

The Lake Welcome Center, located in Oconee, soonbecame the place.

The welcome center is located conveniently nearthe lake, and is attached to Boats with Gusto.Gustafson, who owns both the welcome center andBoats with Gusto, decided that it would be a greatidea to compile a list of all of the maps of lakes in the

area and have them in one central location that wouldbe easily accessible to those who are looking for infor-mation about the lakes, or just something fun to do inthe nearby areas.

“We’ve been here since 2006,” Gustafson explained.“We give a central location of information from allover, so when people come here to visit, they can stockup on maps and other kinds of information for theirvacation or day-trip.”

The welcome center is a large plantation-stylefaçade building that seems to perfectly complement

Story By Sarah Beth Ariemma

Photos contributed by the Lake Welcome center & Sarah Beth Ariemma

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the structures around it in the Oconee area. Not thetypical welcome center, it’s the kind of localewhere a traveler can stop in to browse or rest easyin the large armchairs by the dark, wooden tablesjust like at a friend’s home. Spacious and surround-ed by bookcases and a wealth of information, thewelcome center also gives off an air of comfortwhere visitors can relax and stay the afternoon.

Shortly after organizing, Gustafson realized thathaving a space this large could also be beneficial tothe community, and offered it up as an area with afree-space for all.

“The inside of the building got a new paint job afew months ago. It used to be just for information,but now we have Bible studies, Weight Watcher’smeetings, and even the Humane Society meetshere,” Gustafson said. “It is a place for everyone,and for every purpose.”

Such a building is gold to a budding communitylike Oconee. With the growing numbers of peopleflocking to both the lake Oconee and Sinclair areas,townspeople can have a place to gather and thespace can serve many different purposes for theduration of time necessary. The brainchildbranched out from Gustafson’s business and he ranwith the notion that a central location was possibleto procure visitor information about the lakes.

“We designed the center from an idea thatstemmed from Boats with Gusto. For the first threeyears we had a paid employee who would take careof folks when they would come by and ask for infor-mation,” Gustafson said, “but this year, Boats withGusto is funding the center and is also waiving thefee for Chamber of Commerce members.”

“It gives everyone a chance to recover financial-ly.”

The center is of great importance to both tourists,day-trippers and residents of the lake area.

“Thousands of people pass through this commu-nity yearly,” Gustafson said. “We usually get about10,000 visitors a year. But we get a combination oftwo types of people. We’ve seen in the past two orthree months that so many people have come in forinformation about moving to the area, boatingdocks, and lots to build homes. The other types ofpeople are just folks that live in the area and arejust interested in finding a new great place to eat,”he said with a laugh.

The visitors are key to local tourist revenue, butGustafson is quick to note that the welcome centeris not just for visitors.

“We’re trying to let the area know that this spaceis available and ready to be used by anyone and notjust the private communities,” Gustafson said.

The Lake Welcome Center is presently privatelyfunded, but that hasn’t always been the case.Because of the economic downturn, money thatonce funded the welcome center has dissipated,

leaving Boats with Gusto to fund the welcome centerwith money gleaned from boat purchases.

“We use the profits from Boats with Gusto to fundthe displays and the center. In the past years, we’veused advertising to fund the center,” Gustafson said.“But due to the harsh economic times many of thoseadvertisement dollars have pulled out.”

The economic downturn has not lessened the levelof professionalism and service provided to visitors,however.

The center offers recreation information andbrochures, the most current magazines and newspa-pers for both business and pleasure, and informationon day trips within the region.

With so much information on such a large area oflake property and historical significance, it is per-haps interesting to know how such a task is carriedout.

“It was hard at first to compile everything in oneplace. There is a lot of information out there, and notall of it was current. Places change; lake water risesand recedes from year to year. But we have estab-lished ourselves as the center for all of Georgia’sLake Country information. If people do need moredetails though, we’ve got to send them to the [local]Chamber of Commerce,” Gustafson confided. “Thecenter just serves as a great starting point to get peo-ple thinking about what to do and where good places

to live might be.” The welcome center is not only a place for meet-

ings and valid information about the surroundingareas, but it has recently become a concert hall aswell.

“We’re changing things up a little from last year, “Gustafson said. “We’re partnering with Atlanta busi-nesses and bands. This means that bands can play ashow in Atlanta, and then the next night, come toOconee and play at the welcome center. We’re excit-ed to be able to feature new bands and have peoplein the area come out and support the talent. It isgoing to be a great summer attraction this year.”

Last summer, the welcome center hosted a fewroadhouse concerts that were very popular with bothlocals and tourists. Gustafson hopes that this summerwith new bands, the trend will continue.

“One of the beautiful things about living inGeorgia’s Lake Country is that we can really takeadvantage of the water and the surroundings. Moneyis tight for pretty much everybody, but just being ableto go down to the lake, or catch a show at the wel-come center is free, or at least dirt cheap. At the wel-come center, we can help you find great pastimes forless money, and improve those long, lazy days ofsummer.”

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he lazy days of summer are upon us, and as thetemperatures rise so will the action and activity onarea lakes. Fishermen from throughout the regionwill descend upon lakes Sinclair and Oconee inlocal tournaments — much to the enjoyment of localoutdoors enthusiasts. To see these fishing pros inaction, check out these local tournaments this sum-mer.

All Lake Sinclair tournaments are held out ofLittle River Park.

JuneJune 3: C&R Thursday SeriesJune 5: Atlanta Tight LinesJune 5: Baldwin Backlashers Nite – 6 p.m.June 6: Berry’s ClassicJune 12: R&R ClassicJune 19: Baldwin Backlashers Nite – 6 p.m.June 19: Southern Anglers Challenge Make-upJune 26: Baldwin Backlashers Nite – 6 p.m.

JulyJuly 10: Baldwin Backlashers Nite – 6 p.m.July 11: C&R Bass SeriesJuly 15: C&R Thursday SeriesJuly 24: Baldwin Backlashers Nite 6 p.m.July 31: Baldwin Backlashers Nite 6 p.m.

AugustAugust 7: Baldwin Backlashers Nite – 6 p.m.August 12: C&R Thursday SeriesAugust 21: Baldwin Backlashers Nite 6 p.m.August 28: Backlasher Nite Classic

SeptemberSeptember 19: C&R Bass Series

OctoberOctober 7: C&R Thursday Series

NovemberNovember 27: Atlanta Shoot-out

DecemberDecember 2: C&R Thursday SeriesDecember 4: R&R

December 11: Berry’s TrailDecember 19: C&R Bass Series

All Lake Oconee tournaments are held out ofSugar Creek Marina.

JuneJune 5: Berry’s Tournament Trail ClassicJune 20: C&R OutdoorsJune 26: Bulldawgs Fishing Classic

July July 1: C&R Thursday Trail

AugustAugust 1: C&R OutdoorsAugust 7: Berry’s Tournament Trail August 26: C&R Thursday TrailAugust 28: BFLAugust 29: BFL

SeptemberSeptember 11: BASS Weekend SeriesSeptember 12: BASS Weekend SeriesSeptember 18: Berry’s Tournament TrailSeptember 23: C&R Thursday Trail

OctoberOctober 9: Berry’s Tournament Trail

NovemberNovember 6: Atlanta TightlinesNovember 13: Berry’s Tournament TrailNovember 18: C&R Thursday TrailNovember 20: C&R Outdoors

DecemberDecember 30: C&R Thursday Trail

Outdoor Columnist Bobby Peoples can be contactedvia e-mail at [email protected].

Photos by James McCue

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Bone Island Grill


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“We like to call it a Caribbean influence

with a southern twist.” - John Jansen

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Winding through the often con-voluted roads and streets that sur-round Lake Sinclair like a net-work of webs, visitors can oftenfind surprises around the bend.Each cove yields its own tinyneighborhood of residents whoknow each other from the streetsthat connect their homes. Thoseneighborhoods then stretch out-ward past the dock to where thelake becomes the byway andneighbors transition from livingacross the street, to across thewater.

One such community on the lakehides a marina with big plans anda restaurant with a big following.

After following Pea Ridge Roadto Scuffleboro Road to Crooked

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Creek Road, visitors find themselves at a paradise ofsorts as the Bone Island Grill, surrounded by water onthree sides, beckons boaters, neighbors and travelers toits comfortable island-themed tables, bar and booths thatimmediately immerse diners into tranquility.

The Crooked Creek community is home to the CrookedCreek Marina near the northern end of Lake Sinclair, foryears most noticeable for the bright orange ‘Gulf ’ signthat stood out on the point in front of the restaurant.

The eatery was a haunt for many lake dwellers throughthe years and has seen its latest incarnation become ahotspot for lake dwellers and land lubbers alike.

Though the history of Crooked Creek Marina is longand varied, the current owners’ tenure stretches backless than three years.

Conyers-based brothers Mike and John Jansen pur-chased the marina in 2007 and saw potential from theminute they discovered the property. The plan was —and still is — to open a dry dock boat storage at the mari-na.

“We opened the restaurant as an amenity to the boatstorage,” John Jansen said. “Once we complete theapproval process, we’ll add the dry dock storage.”

In the meantime the duo set out to give the marina amakeover, concentrating heavily on the restaurant.

After a thorough remodel and addition of the outdoorspace, The Bone Island Grill at Crooked Creek Marinaopened its doors last summer and has since generatedbuzz and repeat business.

“Our vision was to open a restaurant with a Key Westinspired menu,” Jansen said. “My brother and I jokedabout going down to Key West to get a chef.”

As fate would have it, the Jansens met two chefs fromKey West that had a big part in developing the menu,which is heavily influenced by Key West fare. Even theopen design of the restaurant’s interior was inspired byKey West.

“We like to call it a Caribbean influence with a south-ern twist,” Jansen said.

The Bone Island Grill menu is everything one wouldexpect to find at a nice seafood restaurant, with surpris-es scattered throughout.

Blackened yellowfin tuna and traditional shrimp cock-tail are paired with southern staples such as catfish — inbite size form — and fried green tomatoes. Gumbo andoysters round out the appetizer offerings and althoughthe catfish is a Southern tradition, the dipping sauce hasa Caribbean twist that makes the two pair for a happymouth.

Red snapper, mahi-mahi and tuna are available pansautéed, grilled and blackened respectively as entrees,as is fried catfish.

Jansen said two other items on the menu are the clearfavorites and most requested.

“The most popular dishes are shrimp and grits andfried shrimp,” Jansen said. “The fried shrimp are hand-breaded to order.”

The shrimp and grits entrée steams out of the kitchenin a large, shallow bowl filled with cheesy grits, grilledshrimp and delicious Andouille sausage.

That magic combination of flavor and texture isenough to turn any Yankee into a grits lover. Althoughstrong flavor comes through from the shrimp as well asthe sausage, the grits are clearly the star of the show.

The other favorite entree from the Bone Island kitchenis fried shrimp that are served without being overdone,revealing a crust with a light texture and tender, juicyshrimp inside.

Entrees also include sirloin and ribeye steaks and arepaired with side dishes that, though traditional, stand ontheir own. Sandwiches and salads round out the dinnermenu.

The lunch menu has more to offer in the line of sand-wiches including one that is especially worth a try. The

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fried green tomato BLT gives a tried and true favorite aSouthern twist.

The restaurant offers specials that range from appetiz-ers ranging from oysters on the half-shell to NewEngland clam chowder and entrees including snow crablegs, filet mignon, crab cakes, coconut pecan crustedmahi-mahi, pan-seared sea scallops and low countryboil.

“We run specials everyday in the off-season andWednesdays and Thursdays in summer,” Jansen said.

The bar at the Bone Island Grill is full-service andoffers a Caribbean spin on traditional drinks. The IslandMama and Marina Runner are slightly different takes onthe traditional Bahama Mama and Rumrunner. Otherentries include the Bone Island Breeze, the Islandtini,the Crooked Creek and the Fishing Frenzy. Frozen offer-ings include the Passion Fruit Margarita, Island Punch,the Crooked Colada, Bailey’s Banana Colada and theSinclair Shiver.

Crooked Creek has just one permanent dessert — thekey lime pie — but the restaurant periodically offerschocolate lava cake, cheesecakes, peach cobbler and keylime cake.

Since opening last summer, the attention to detail andlaid-back atmosphere have landed the restaurant loyal,repeat customers.

“We draw from Lake Sinclair, Lake Oconee, Eatontonand Milledgeville,” Jansen explained. “We even have acouple from Snellville that will drive that long distancejust to come eat with us.”

The sense of community isn’t lost on the Bone IslandGrill either. The restaurant frequently hosts fundraisersfor organizations including Camp Kudzu, a camp for chil-dren with diabetes. The main fundraiser for that effort isthe Lake Country Freedom Fest, culminating in a July 4fireworks show that Jansen said is likely the largest onthe lake.

On July 4, the tranquil, big water surrounding therestaurant fills with boaters who want to see the show.Live entertainment and vendors set up near the restau-rant before the big event at dusk.

“It’s a good way to thank this community for what we’vebeen given,” Jansen said.

The operation of the restaurant itself has been asmooth road, he said.

The restaurant has a good balance on size and evenexperienced a 50 percent growth in revenue during itsfirst year.

“The restaurant is doing much better than we expect-ed,” Jansen said.

In addition to the Freedom Fest, the restaurant fea-tures events like the Woodies on Lake Sinclair boat showthat shows off antique and classic wood motorboats.Jansen said the restaurant also features live entertain-ment throughout the year and is currently in the middleof its Endless Summer Nights series.

The series features Eddie Byrd and Good Vibrations,the Cussinwillas, Jon Scott, Scott Little, WilliamKitchens, Tyler Hammond, Conner Pledger and JimChapman.

“Our entertainment is tailored to the 30- to 90-year-oldcrowd,” Jansen said with a smile. “We have a 93-year-oldthat comes in and dances to Eddie Byrd. It’s a great placewhere husbands can bring wives to come dance, then gohome from a pleasant evening.”

Jansen said the philosophy at Bone Island Grill is asimple three-prong approach where problems createopportunities to create raving fans.

“First,” he said, “our goal is to create raving fans —guys that will leave our restaurant and tell everybodythey know about us. The second goal is happy employees.The third goal is making a profit. We’ll never have toworry about number three if we do one and two right.Nobody leaves our restaurant unhappy.”

The Bone Island Grill at Crooked Creek Marinaemploys around 20 people. You can reach the restaurantby calling (706) 485-9693 or by visiting their website atwww.crookedcreekmarina.us.

“When we bought this place,” Jansen said, “we felt likeLake Sinclair was like a beautiful jewelry box. We wantto be a center for the community and we want to be thecrown jewel of Lake Sinclair.”

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dining directory

119 Chops30 W. Main St.Milledgeville

AJ’s Hotwings & More2601 North Columbia ST Suite 4Milledgeville(478) 804-0101

Amici Italian Cafe101 W Hancock St.Milledgeville

(478) 452-5003

Applebee’s106 NW Roberson Mill Rd. Milledgeville(478) 453-8355

Asian Bistro & Grill124 W. Hancock St.Milledgeville(478-452-2886

Aubri Lane’s114 S Wayne St.Milledgeville(478) 454-4181

Barberito’s Restaurant148 W Hancock StMilledgeville(478) 451-4717

Blackbird Coffee114 W Hancock St.Milledgeville(478) 454-2473

Bo Jo’s Cafe3021 N. Columbia St.Milledgeville(478) 453-3234

The Brick136 W Hancock St.Milledgeville(478) 452-0089

Bruster’s Ice Cream1801 North Columbia StMilledgeville(478) 453-1303

Burger King2478 N Columbia St.Milledgeville

(478) 453-3706

Captain D’s Seafood2590 N. Columbia St,Milledgeville(478) 452-3542Catering by Crockett’s100 Fieldstone Dr.Milledgeville(478) 454-2205

Chick-Fil-A1730 N. Columbia St.Milledgeville(478) 451-4830W. Hancock St.,Milledgeville(478) 452-0585

Chili’s Bar & Grill2596 N. Columbia St.Milledgeville(478) 452-1900

China Garden1948 N. Columbia St.Milledgeville(478) 454-3449

China Wings 31071 S. Wayne St.,Milledgeville(478) 453-3655

Choby’s at Little River3065 N. Columbia St.Milledgeville(478) 453-9744

Church’s Chicken620 N Jefferson St.,Milledgeville(478) 414-1808

Country Buffet1465 SE Jefferson St.,Milledgeville(478) 453-0434

Crooked Creek, Bone Island Grill208 Crooked Creek Dr.,Eatonton(706) 485-9693

Dairy Queen1105 S Wayne St.,Milledgeville(478) 452-9620

Deano’s Pizza128 N. Wayne St.,Milledgeville(478) 414-1155

Domino’s Pizza1909-B N Columbia St.Milledgeville(478) 453-9455

Down South Seafood972 Sparta HwyMilledgeville(478) 452-2100

Dukes Dawghouse162 Sinclair Marina Road, Milledgeville(478) 453-8440

El Amigo Mexican Restaurant2465 N Columbia St., Milledgeville(478) 453-0027

El Chapparro Tex-Mex Cantina1000 Parkside Main, Suite 300,Greensboro(706) 454-1400

El Tequila1830 N Columbia St., Milledgeville(478) 414-1702

Golden Corral1913 N Columbia St., Milledgeville(478) 414-1344

Goodie Gallery812 N Columbia St.,Milledgeville

(478) 452-8080

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Great Wall Chinese Restaurant1304 N Columbia St.Milledgeville

(478) 452-5200

Grits132 Hardwick St. Milledgeville(478) 453-2520

Harold’s BBQ411 Pea Ridge Rd. Eatonton706-485-5376

Haynes Snack Bar113 SW Davis Dr.Milledgeville(478) 453-4155

Huddle House300 E. Hancock St. Milledgeville(478) 452-2680206 NW Roberson Mill Rd.,Milledgeville(478) 452-3222

IHOP2598 N Columbia St. Milledgeville(478) 452-0332

James Fish and Chicken905 S Wayne St.Milledgeville(478) 453-8696

Judy’s Country kitchen1720 N. Columbia St. Milledgeville(478) 414.1436

Kai Tai2600 N. Columbia St. Milledgeville478-454-1237

Kentucky Fried Chicken2337 N Columbia St. Milledgeville(478) 453-2456

Kuroshima Japan140 W. Hancock St., Milledgeville(478) 451-0245

Lieu’s Peking Restaurant2485 N Columbia St., Milledgeville(478) 804-0083

Little Tokyo Steak House2601 N Columbia St., Milledgeville(478) 452-8886

Margaritas Mexican Grill2400 N Columbia St., Milledgeville(478) 453-9547

McDonald’s2490 N Columbia St.,Milledgeville

(478) 452-1312611 S Wayne St.,Milledgeville(478) 452-9611Wal-Mart, Milledgeville(478) 453-9499

Mellow Mushroom2588 N. Columbia St., Milledgeville478-457-0144

Metropolis Cafe138 N. Wayne St., Milledgeville478-452-0247

Mida Sweet201 S. Wayne StMilledgeville(478) 453-8634

Octagon CafeMilledgeville Mall(478) 452-0588

Old Clinton Barbecue2645 N. Columbia St.,Milledgeville(478) 454-0080

Old Tyme Dogs451 W. Montgomery St.Milledgeville

Paradise Country BBQ111 Old Montgomery HwyMilledgeville (corner Hwy 441 N. & Log Cabin Rd)(478) 452-8008

Papa John’s Pizza1306 N Columbia Street,Milledgeville (478) 453-8686

Monday:Mixed Grill- You choose three items(bistro filet, salmon, chicken, shrimp, tilapia, sausage)

Tuesday:All You Can Eat Peel and Eat Shrimp

Wednesday:All You Can Eat Catfish

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Two salads, two entrees, one dessert to share

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Papa and Nana’s WangHouse174 Gordon Hwy SW Milledgeville (478) 414-1630

Pickle Barrell Cafe & Sports Pub1892 N Columbia St.,Milledgeville (478) 452-1960

Pig in a Pit Barbecue116 West Hancock St.,Milledgeville(478) 414-1744

Pizza Hut650 W Wayne St., Milledgeville(478) 453-37032511 N Columbia St.Milledgeville(478) 452-7440

PJ’s Steak House3052 Highway 441,Milledgeville(478) 453-0060

Puebla’s Mexican Restaurant112 W Hancock St,Milledgeville(478) 452-1173

Pryme Steakhouse3010 Heritage RdMilledgeville(478) 451-0160

Quiznos Subs1827 N Columbia St, Milledgeville(478) 451-0790

Ruby Tuesdays2440 N Columbia St.,Milledgeville

(478) 452-5050

Shrimp Boat911 S Elbert St.Milledgeville

(478) 452-0559

Sonic Drive In1651 N Columbia St., Milledgeville(478) 451-0374

Sonny’s Brew’N Que120 N. Greene St.,Milledgeville(478) 452-0004

Soul Master Barbecue & Lounge451 N Glynn St.Milledgeville (478) 453-2790

Subway Sandwich Shop 1692 N Columbia St., Milledgeville(478) 453-26042600 N Columbia St. Milledgeville

(478) 804-9976

Super China Buffet1811 N. Columbia St.,Milledgeville

(478) 451-2888

Sylvia’s Grille2600 N Columbia St.Milledgeville(478) 452-4444

Taco Bell2495 N ColumbiaSt.,Milledgeville (478) 452-2405

TNT Icy Remedy1820 N. Columbia ST(478) 451-0342

Velvet Elvis118 W Hancock St.,Milledgeville(478) 453-8226

Vinson Dinner2136 SE Vinson Hwy, Milledgeville(478) 453-1171

Waffle House1683 N Columbia StMilledgeville(478) 452-95073059 N ColumbiaSt.,Milledgeville(478) 451-2914

Wendy’s2341 N Columbia St.,Milledgeville(478) 453-9216

Zaxby’s1700 N Columbia St.,Milledgeville(478) 452-1027

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YOUR LAKE COUNTRY CONNECTION

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TOUCHINGDOWN

Story by DANIELMcDonald

Photos by JESSICALUTON

For some visitors to Baldwin County, the way into the Twin Lakes areainvolves falling from the clouds and touching down on tarmac that floatson top the shimmering water on Lake Sinclair.

“Just about everyone who comes to visit says ‘Man that was cool flyingin over the lake,” Baldwin County Airport Manager Chris Hamilton saysabout the high-octane entrance of landing an aircraft on the airport’srunway peninsula that stretches right out into Lake Sinclair.

But from that spectacular entrance, visitors are now ushered out oftheir plane and into one of the newest additions to Baldwin County’seconomic development arsenal, the Baldwin County Airport TerminalBuilding.

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Replacing an old terminal building, which served the airportsince it was moved to that location in the late 1950s, the new ter-minal building at Baldwin County Airport is meant to reflect theprogress the community has made in the last half century. At2,534 square feet, the new terminal building boasts spaciousmeeting areas, a kitchen, showers and a separate lounge areawhere pilots can log a flight plan and relax between flights aswell as the latest technological accoutrements like wirelessInternet.

“We want to make a good first impression for anyone whomight be thinking of opening a new businesses here,”Milledgeville-Baldwin County Development Authority ExecutiveDirector Angie Gheesling said. “Many times, the first thing peo-ple see is the airport.”

And sometimes the only thing people see is the airport termi-nal building, as many business people only have time to drop in,meet with a potential business partner and take right back offinto the great blue beyond.

“People will fly in and the only part of the community theyexperience is a meeting with people in this room,” Hamiltonsaid.

And that frequent occurrence played largely into the planningof the terminal building, especially the building’s meeting facil-ities, Gheesling said.

“It was important to the Development Authority because wehope to gain more prospect visits when companies know theycan fly in and meet with people,” she said. “On a project manag-er’s schedule, there are limitations on how much time they canspend in a given community, and if you can cut half-an-hour off


of that visit, then Milledgeville might make the cutwhen they are not sure they are able to visit.”

Historically, the ability to fly in and out ofMilledgeville helped Baldwin County land theNorthrop Grumman facility, which is now VoughtAircraft Industries, Gheesling says. So the airport canbe a major part of drawing new industry to the area.

To that end, Baldwin County benefited from severalgrants and donations to make the new terminal buildinga first class place to conduct business.

The OneGeorgia Authority, a state entity that makesgrants to aid economic development in rural areas, gavethe community a $354,000 grant to aid in the planningand construction of the new building. TriCounty EMCprovided roughly $6,000 to help furnish the new build-ing and Century Bank & Trust donated a conferencetable and chairs for the terminal’s conference room.And the new building also benefited from GeorgiaDepartment of Transportation funding.

Several local pilots, including Glenn Wilkinson, AlanMaxwell and Chat Daniel, made donations to benefittheir fellow aviators by outfitting the building’s pilot’slounge.

But Gheesling says the ongoing improvements at theairport are not solely for the benefit of pilots and busi-ness prospects. Once the old terminal building is takendown, the concrete foundation will be left in place toact as a picnic area to encourage more residents tocome out and enjoy the airport. And anyone interestedin aviation can schedule a tour of the airport facility.

Hamilton says the airport tour has been especiallypopular among local scouting groups.

And for those people interested in more than a tour,Milledgeville Aviation is an all-purpose aviation compa-ny that in addition to selling fuel and aviation supplies,offers flight lessons, sight-seeing flights and aerial pho-tography services.

“We really want to convey to people that we are opento the public,” Hamilton says.

And the terminal building’s forth-coming grand opening celebrationshould do a lot to help convey thatmessage to the Milledgeville com-munity.

“We just want to emphasize howimportant it is that we show bothpilots and potential business own-ers how much we care about thiscommunity, and the support andinput into this building has been agreat way to do it,” Hamilton said.

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The Church at Choby’s Landing is making wavesthis summer, and all of the days that follow.Fellowship and the comfort of good food against apicturesque background give a full worship experi-ence for all who attend Sunday morning services.

Dr. Don Long is pastor to this budding church andhe says he could not be prouder of the progress thatthe worship and fellowship has made since thechurch began in August 2009.

“We have around 44 members. We started out onthat August morning with about 13. I did feel calledto this ministry. I used to be the pastor at SinclairBaptist Church for ten years. I felt there was a needin Milledgeville for what I believe is simplechurch.”

Long says he felt that a new day had come for thepeople of Milledgeville to come back to a simplechurch experience. It is a way for those who want toengage in the word of Christ to come to a deeper

understanding of the scriptures, and there-fore, themselves.

“The driving acts of simple church are word byword preaching and the worship experience. We’renot rebelling against organized church, but I feellike there is a need for us to simplify the body ofChrist.”

Long believes there was a need for people who donot have children, or have children who are notinvolved in organized choirs, or other activities, tocome to church to have a biblical sermon and a wor-ship experience that would bring them greater com-fort in the days after Sunday.

The Church at Choby’s Landing offers a releasefrom the “extras” offered at church that may get inthe way of the teachings, he said.

“We build lives,” Long said. “We want to seemovement, and that involves moving congestionout of our lives to focus on God. We need unityand focus — focus that stays on Christ and simplychurch.”

The Church at Choby’s Landingbegan with Sunday

Lake Sinclair makesa picturesque

backdrop for theChurch at Choby’s

Landing and its message for

simplistic worship

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servicesonly. But as

the months wentby, there became a need

for an intimate Tuesdaynight Bible study. Long chose

Tuesday night as to allow parish-ioners from other churches to attend, as

well as allow room for parishioners fromChoby’s to also be able to attend Wednesday

night services and Bible studies at other churcheswith their friends.

Linda Kerce, a parishioner from the Church atChoby’s Landing, found the church and became amember.

“I was attending church somewhere else,” sheexplained, “and I sat through the first sermon and Ihave been to every church sermon and Bible studysince. I feel extremely blessed.”

Her blessings come from her intense understand-ing of the Bible and of the fellowship that she hasexperienced every Sunday morning and Tuesdaynight Bible study.

“There is no doubt that my strength inChrist has grown since I started attending church atChoby’s Landing. Each person is so interested inlifting up the other person. We pray for each other.The spirit I have experienced in this church isunlike any other,” said Kerce.

The Church at Choby’s Landing holds services onSunday mornings at ten o’clock, as well as Tuesdaynight Bible studies at six o’clock in the evening,although most attending the Bible study arrivearound 5:30 in order to partake in the pre-studymeal.

“We provide a meal for working families,” Longsaid. “We all get together and decide what to cookevery Tuesday night. It is just another way that wecan help out our brothers and sisters and make lifea little easier and blessed for everyone.”

The Church at Choby’s Landing is more than justgood food and fellowship. The worship experiencewould not be complete without music, and themusic director also happens to be Long’s son, Allen.

“We have the most awesome music. Our musicpastor, Allen Long is a prayer warrior. Dr. Long’sdaughter, Amber, leads a lot of the praise and wor-ship songs,” Kerce said.

“Amber is my partner in song,” Allen Long said

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laughingly. “She’s been helping me for years.”The church not only focuses on contemporary

praise and worship songs, but also hymns andpsalms from the Biblical text. It gives a well-rounded voice to the worship experience, whileaiming to offer something for all age groups toenjoy.

The Church at Choby’s Landing is branchingout this summer to reach more people withthrough its ministries. Long is planning to part-ner with Grace Baptist Church to get the min-istry out to a wider spectrum of people.

“We’re partnering with Grace Baptist Churchto saturate people with the Gospel. GraceBaptist Church has a ‘His Way’ ministry and thatis whom we as a church are pairing with. We’llbe holding a revival soon from ten o’clock untilabout two in the afternoon. We’ll have music andfood and the best part is that it is all free,” Dr.Long informed, “It’s going to be the startingpoint to begin our outdoor ministries, and wehope to continue these revivals outdoors for along time.”

Perhaps one of the most exciting new pro-grams planned this summer for The Church atChoby’s Landing is the vacation Bible schoolprogram. Although a date for the program hasnot been set, Long is in the process of planningthe Bible school, which will mix both fun andteaching in a safe and beautiful outdoor environ-ment.

“We’re really going to have to lean on the expe-rience of others to know when the right weekendis this summer to put our first vacation Bibleschool on. But we know that it will be great forboth the children of this community and their

parents.” Although the Church at Choby’s Landing does

hold worship in a less traditional church atmos-phere, Long says that it is just another way thatthe church is reverting back to simpler times.

“Since we meet in a restaurant,” Long began,“We don’t have a traditional baptismal pool. Wehave to go down to the river to baptize, just likethey used to do in Biblical times. Jesus was bap-tized in the river, not a baptismal pool. It justgives you a sense of what He must have felt, andthat to me is just an awesome feeling.”

During Easter Sunday service, parishionerswere treated to a beautiful sunrise service over-looking the lake, along with breakfast and wor-ship.

“It just could not have been more beautiful, ormore of a blessing,” Kerce said.

The Church at Choby’s Landing is small innumber, but large in heart. It is the “simplechurch” method that Long preaches that reachesout to a larger dominion of Milledgeville, and itis Long and his parishioners’’ hope that theirparish will continue to grow and flourish.

“Our goal and our desire and design are not torecruit members from other churches. Ourdesire is to welcome home people who haven’tattended church in years. We’re reaching the un-churched — the Christian who has become dis-gruntled with the modern church movement oftoo many things at once. We offer a way to getback to simple church and simple preaching.These are words to live by. We’re here to changelives, but there is nothing simple about that.”

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Dr. Don Long, pastor of the Church at Choby’s Landing, utilizes music and a simpler style of delivery to engage church members and visitors in fellowship and worship.

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worship directory

Antioch Primitive Baptist Church512 NW Monticello Rd.478-968-0011

Baldwin Church of Christ57 Marshall Rd. 478-452-5440

Bible Rivival Church 101 Deerwood Dr. 478-452-4347

Black Springs BaptistChurch673 Sparta Hwy NE 478-453-9431

Body of ChristDeliverance Church140 SW Effingham Rd.478-453-4459

Central Church of Christ 359 NE Sparta Hwy 478-451-0322

Church of God385 Log Cabin Rd.478-452-2052

Church of Jesus Christ1700 N Jefferson St. 478-452-9588

Community Life Baptist Church1340 Orchard Hill Rd.478-414-1650

Community BaptistChurch 143 NE Log Cabin Rd.478-453-2380

Countyline Baptist Church1012 Hwy 49W478-932-8105

Countyline PrimitiveBaptist Church120 NW Neriah Rd. 478-986-7333

Covenant PresbyterianChurch440 N. Columbia St. 478-453-9628

Discipleship ChristianCenter Church113 SE Thomas St. 478-452-7755

Elbethel Baptist Church251 N. Irwin St. 478-452-8003

Emmanuel Baptist Church384 Gordon Hwy 478-453-4225

Faith Point Church of Nazarene700 Dunlap Rd. 478-451-5365

First Baptist Church330 S. Liberty St. 478-452-0502

First Christian Church 555 N. Columbia St. 478-452-2620

First Presbyterian Church210 S. Wayne St. 478-452-9394

First United Methodist Church366 Log Cabin Rd. 478-452-4597

Flagg Chapel BaptistChurch400 W. Franklin St. 478-452-7287

Flipper Chapel AME400 W. Franklin St. 478-453-7777

Freedom Church Inc500 Underwood Rd. 478-452-7694

Freewill FellowshipWorship Center115 Cook St.478-414-2063

Friendship Baptist Church685 E Hwy 24 478-452-0507

Friendship Baptist Chapel635 Twin Bridges Rd.478-968-7201

Grace Baptist Church112 Alexander Dr. 478-453-9713

Greater Mount ZionBaptist Church171 Harrisburg Rd. 478-452-9115

Green Pasture BaptistChurch150 N. Warren St. 478-453-8713

Gumhill Baptist Church1125 Hwy 24 478-452-3052

Hardwick Baptist Church124 Thomas St. 478-452-1612

Hardwick UnitedMethodist Church195 Hardwick St. 478-452-1513

Hope Lutheran Church214 Hwy 40 W. 478-452-3696

Hopewell UnitedMethodist Church188 Hopewell Church Rd.478-453-9047

Kingdom Hall of Jehovah Witnesses2701 Irwinton Rd. 478-452-7854

Kingdom Hall of Jehovah Witnesses110 NW O’Conner Dr.478-452-8887

Lakeshore CommunityChurch882 Twin Bridges Rd.478-986-7331

Life in Peace Christian Center116 SW Frank Bone Rd.478-453-3607

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Living Word Church ofGod151 W. Charlton St. 478-452-7151

Milledgeville ChristianCenterThe Sheep Shed120 Ivey Dr. 478-453-7710

Miracle Healing Temple133 Central Ave. 478-452-1369

Missionaries of Church of Christ of Latter Day Saints141 Frank Bone Rd. 478-452-5775

Montpelier UnitedMethodist Church449 Sparta Hwy 478-453-0040

Mosleyville Baptist Church106 SE Oak Dr. 478-452-1723

Mount Nebo BaptistChurch338 Prosser Rd. 478-452-4288

Mount Pleasant BaptistChurch 265 SW Mt PleasantChurch Rd. 478-452-7978

Milledgeville Study Group140 Chase Ct. 478-414-1517

New Beginning Church of Christ 325 Hwy 49 478-454-5489

New CovenantCommunity Outreach Ministries321 E. Hancock St. 478-453-3709

New Hope Baptist Church345 E. Camden St. 478-452-0431

New Life FellowshipChurch123 Ennis Rd. 478-414-7654

New Life FoursquareChurch112 Jacqueline Terrace478-452-1721

New Life Ministries1835 Vinson HWY SE

New Vision Church ofGod in Christ941 NE Dunlap Rd. 478-414-1123

Northridge ChristianChurch321 Log Cabin Rd. 478-452-1125

Northside Baptist Church1001 N. Jefferson St. 478-452-6648

Oak Grove Baptist ChurchNo. 1508 Hwy 49 478-453-3326

Oak GroveIndependent Methodist

Church121 Lingold Dr. 478-453-9564

Old Bethel HolinessChurch866 SE Stembridge Rd.478-451-2845

Pathfinder ChristianChurch120 N. Earnest Byner St.478-453-8730

Pine Ridge Baptist Church657 Old Monticello Rd.478-986-5055

Rock of Ages Baptist Church601 W. Montgomery St478-453-8693

Rock Mill Baptist Church2770 N. Columbia St.478-451-5084

Sacred Heart CatholicChurch110 N. Jefferson St. 478-452-2421

Salvation Army Corps Community Center478-452-6940

Second Macedonia BaptistChurch2914 SE Vinson Hwy478-452-3733

Seventh Day Aventist509 N. Liberty St. 478-453-3839

Seventh Day AdventistChurch of Milledgeville156 Pettigrew Rd. 478-453-8016

Shiloh Baptist Church204 Harrisburg Rd. 478-453-2157

Sinclair Baptist Church102 Airport Rd. 478-452-4242

Spring Hill Baptist Church396 Lake Laurel Rd. 478-453-7090

Saint Mary MissionaryBaptist Church994 Sparta Hwy 478-451-5429

Saint Mary Baptist ChurchHwy 212 478-986-5228

Saint Paul Baptist Church485 Meriweather Rd. 478-986-5855

Saint Stephen’s EpiscopalChurch220 S. Wayne St. 478-452-2710

Tabernacle of Praise 304 Hwy 49 W. 478-451-0906

Torrance Chapel BaptistChurch274 Pancras Rd. 478-453-8542

Trinity ChristianMethodist Church321 N. Wilkinon St.478-457-0091

Union Baptist Church720 N. Clark St. 478-452-8626

Union Missionary Baptist Church135 Prosser Rd. 478-453-3517

Vaughn Chapel BaptistChurch1980 N. Jefferson St. 478-452-9140

Victory Baptist Church107 Sinclair Marina Rd.478-452-2285

Wesley Chapel AMEChurch1462 SE Elbert St 478-452-5083

Wesley Chapel Foundation House211 S Clark St. 478-452-9112

Westview Baptist Church273 W Hwy 49 478-452-9140

Zion Church of God in Christ271 E. Camden 478-453-7144

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arts & entertainmentMay 23The Community Dance Program SpringConcert. GCSU Theatre Department. 2p.m. Russell Auditorium. $13 generaladmission, $5 GCSU students. Call (478)445-4226. Purchase tickets online atwww.gcsutickets.com.

June

June 5Baldwin Fine Arts Center GrandOpening Alumni Concert. Presented byBaldwin High School. 7 p.m. Featuringthe BHS Concert Choir and BHSSymphonic Band with featured alumniguest performers. $10. All proceeds goto the Leave a Legacy Fund to purchasea grand piano for the new stage. Moreinformation at www.BHSTheatre.com

June 7-11Watercolor camp. Allied Arts. 9 a.m. tonoon. Ages 8 to 12. This summer artcamp focus on painting with watercolor,and the various techniques used in cre-ating great works of art. Some drawingwill also be taught. $65.

June 11Georgia Military College graduation.7:30 p.m. Grant Parade.

Ribbon Cutting and Reception.Georgia’s Old Capital Museum. 11 a.m.Celebrating the opening of the BarbaraChandler Education and Activity Room.Call (478) 453-1803.

June 14-18Tiny Act camp. Allied Arts, 201 N.Wayne St. Session I 10:30 a.m. to noon,ages 3 to 4; Session II 1:30 p.m. to 3:30p.m., ages 5 to 6. This camp will exposeyoung children to fun and games, usingribbon sticks, scarves, costumes, musi-cal instruments and lots of movementgames. $20.

June 21-22“From Fossils to Space.” GCSU ScienceDepartment. 8 a.m. Free. Supported bya grant from the Institute of Museum

and Library Services and by GCSU.Free school bus transportation will beprovided for participating teachers totake their students to the NaturalHistory Museum and Planetarium atGeorgia College. Call (478) 445-7531 orvisit www.science.gcus.edu.

June 2444th Anniversary Party of Brown-Stetson-Sanford House. 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.Come celebrate the 44th anniversary ofthe moving of the house to its presentlocation. Call (478) 453-1803.

June 21-25Cartooning camp. Allied Arts, 201 N.Wayne St. 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Ages 6 to9. This camp is designed to encouragechildren to be creative, not only indrawing humorous illustrations, but tothink as well. The students create theirown cartoons (this is not drawingalready famous characters.) Mr. Olliehas done daily comic strips, editorialcartoons, humorous illustrations foradvertising agencies and magazines.Students are sure to enjoy this camp.Supplies are included in the registra-tion fee.

Illustrations camp. Allied Arts, 201 N.Wayne St. 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Ages 10 andup. $70. students will learn the profes-sional techniques used in creating car-toons and humorous illustrations.Using basic drawing fundamentals aswell as color blending and composition,students learn how to come up with gagcartoon ideas and various pen tech-niques.

June 28-July 1Printmaking camp. Allied Arts, 201 N.Wayne St. 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Ages 10 andup. $75. Supplies provided.

Adult watercolor landscape paintingwith Pam Daresta. Allied Arts, 201 N.Wayne St. 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. $70. AdultIntroductory watercolor class will intro-duce landscape design techniques,which will include drawing and paint-ing. We will work on site at various loca-tions around downtown Milledgeville.

Students will use the rich architecturaland historical backdrop ofMilledgeville as inspiration for theirlandscape paintings. Beginners are wel-come.

Ongoing

Milledgeville Marketplace, 222 E.Hancock St. (City lot between theGolden Pantry and the Huddle Houseacross from SunTrust Bank).Downtown farmer’s market sponsoredby Milledgeville MainStreet featuringproduce, plants, baked goods, arts andcrafts. Open Tuesdays, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.through November. Public parkingavailable. Visit www.milledgevillemar-ketplace.com. Call (478) 414-4413 formore information.

“Labor Behind the Veil.” OldGovernor’s Mansion. Tours by appoint-ment only. A historically documentedtour that provides mansion visitors aglimpse of the working lives of menand women who lived and worked onthe mansion grounds. Call (478) 445-4545.

“The Collections Tour.” OldGovernor’s Mansion. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.Tuesday-Friday (by appointment only).$15 for adults; $8 for seniors; $10 forgroups; $4 for students. Hear an in-depth discussion on the Mansion’s var-ied material and textile collections,the process of building the collection,recent restoration, and culminating inthe methodologies employed in locat-ing both original and period appropri-ate pieces and materials for displaywithin the museum. Call (478) 445-4545.

Attractions

AndalusiaFlannery O’Connor’s Farm, NorthColumbia Street, (478) 454-4029,www.andalusiafarm.org. Open to thepublic Monday, Tuesday, Friday andSaturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.


Bartram ForestIn 1794, Native Americans inhabited the Bartram Forest.Today, educational hiking trails allow visitors to see cen-turies of abundant wildlife, natural wetlands, and an ero-sion ravine with soil that is a remnant of the ancient shal-low seas that covered Georgia 50 to 100 million years ago.Three looping trails cover this natural wonder. 2892Highway 441 South. (478) 445-2119.

Blackbridge Hall Art Gallery111 South Clarke St., (478) 445-4572, www.gcsu.edu/art, 9a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. This art galleryexhibits regional, national and internationally recognizedcontemporary artists. It also presents GCSU senior artmajor exhibitions at the end of each semester.

Brown-Stetson-Sanford House601 West Hancock St. (478) 453-1803. Open by appointmentand on the Historic Trolley Tour. An architectural gembuilt by John Marlor in the “Milledgeville Federal” stylewith its characteristic columned double porch. It servedthe state capital as the Beecher-Brown Hotel and then theState’s Rights Hotel for the many visiting legislators whocame to the area.

Central State Hospital MuseumThe Central State Hospital Museum, located on BroadStreet in an 1891 Victorian train depot, contains memora-bilia that spans the history of CSH. From annual reportsto medical equipment, to client’s personal effects, themuseum’s contents tell the story of the history of mentalhealth treatment in the United States and the uniquestory of the hospital once renowned as the largest “insaneasylum” in the world. Central State Hospital Museumtours are available by appointment only. For informationcall Terea Jacobs at (478) 445-4128. www.centralstatehospi-tal.org.

Flannery O’Connor RoomDillard Russell Library, GCSU campus, University session.On display are manuscripts from O’Connor’s personal col-lection of more than 700 books and journals. The room isfurnished in the Victorian style of the 1870s. Most of theseitems were brought from Andalusia, the farm whereO’Connor lived and wrote the major portion of her fiction.For information (478) 445-0988.

GCSU Natural History MuseumHerty Hall, Room 143, Wilkinson Street (478) 445-0809 forhours; also open by appointment. Visit the Paleozoic,Mesozioc and Cenozoic eras and see fossils from Georgiaand across the world. The museum offers an explanationof the history of life through geological time.

Georgia’s Old Capital Museum201 East Greene St., Old Capital Building ground floor, (478) 453-1803,www.oldcapitalmuseum.org, 10 a.m. to 4p.m. Monday through Friday, noon to 4 p.m. Saturday.Experience real Civil War history in the building whereGeorgia legislators voted to secede from the Union andlearn about Native Americans who lived in the areabefore European settlement. The Old Capital Building wasthe first public building designed in the Gothic Revivalstyle.

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Georgia’s Old Capital Museum is located on the ground floor of TheOld Statehouse in Milledgeville, Georgia. The Statehouse served asthe capitol from 1807 to 1868. It is a rare example of Gothic architec-ture in early 19th century Georgia. It was here that Georgia secededfrom the Union in January of 1861 and was where Sherman’s troopsoccupied during their march to the sea in November of 1864.

Museum Hours of OperationT-F 10-4pm and Saturday 12-4pm • Mondays May-Aug.

Also visit the museum’s 1825 Brown-Stetson-Sanford HouseThursday through Saturday on the Trolley Tour.

Admission:$5 for Adults, $4 for Seniors, $2 for students, under six free

Phone: 478-453-1803Website: www.oldcapitalmuseum.orgEmail: [email protected]

Old Statehouse Square201 E. Greene St.Milledgeville, GA

Georgia War Veteran’s Memorial Cemetery2617 Carl Vinson Highway, (478) 445-3363.

John Marlor Art Center201 North Wayne St., (478) 452-3950, www.milledgevilleal-liedarts.com. This facility is one of three historic buildingsthat make up the Allied Arts Center. This area was onceknown as “The Strip,” which was the heart of the African-American district until the 1980s. It is a beautifulMilledgeville-Federal/Early Greek Revival. Originally two-over-two clapboard with shed rooms and an open dogtrotporch. It now houses arts offices and the Marlor ArtGallery. The Allen’s Market Building, across from the JohnMarlor Art Center, is a 1911 building that has been adapt-ed into theatre, meeting and studio space. Visitors aregiven guided tours of current exhibitions. Allied Arts isopen Monday-Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on week-ends by appointment. For more information (478) 452-3950.

Lake SinclairLake Sinclair, U.S. Highway 441 North, encompasses15,300 acres for fishing, skiing and fishing tournaments,swimming, boating, camping and has several marinas forthe convenience of visitors. Recently declared the“Cleanest Lake in the State,” Lake Sinclair boasts morethan 500 miles of shoreline. Campgrounds, picnic areasand unsupervised beaches add to the enjoyment of LakeSinclair.

Lockerly Hall1534 Irwinton Road, (478) 452-2112, www.lockerlyarbore-tum.org. Lockerly Hall, a Greek Revival home circa 1839,is the centerpiece of the Lockerly Arboretum, and pre-sides over its surroundings with elegance and grace. Themansion is a significant example of the finest plantationarchitecture of the area as well as the entire cotton belt ofthe Old South. Lockerly Hall is open for tours on theMonday and Wednesday Trolley Tour through theConvention & Visitors Bureau. (478) 452-4687 or (800) 653-1804.

Mary Vinson Memorial LibraryBaldwin County’s first public library was founded in 1923and at one time occupied the building that now serves asthe Milledgeville Visitors Center. In 1961, the library’sname was changed to the Mary Vinson Memorial Libraryin honor of Congressman Vinson’s late wife. The current18,900-square-foot building on Jefferson Street was com-pleted in 1986. Today, the Mary Vinson Memorial Libraryis home to an extensive genealogical and local history col-lection. Located at 151 South Jefferson St. www.twin-lakeslibrarysystem.org

Memory Hill CemeteryOriginally designated as one of the four public squares oftwenty acres each in the Milledgeville town plan of 1803, itlater came to be known as Cemetery Square. Many peopleassociated with Milledgeville and Georgia history, such asL.Q.C. Lamar, Congressman Carl Vinson, and FlanneryO’Connor, as well as early Georgia governors, legislators,college presidents, slaves, and soldiers, are buried here.Liberty and Franklin streets;www.friendsofcems.org/MemoryHill.

Milledgeville Convention & Visitors BureauThe CVB offers guided trolley tours Monday – Friday, 10a.m. and Saturdays at 2 p.m. Group tickets available byrequest, as well as step-on guides at the CVB, 200 W.

Hancock St. Office hours: Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m.to 5 p.m. Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Closed holidays.For additional information call (478) 452-4687 or 1-800-653-1804 or visit www.milledgevillecvb.com

Museum & Archives of Georgia EducationA two-story clapboard with Corinthian columns and aPalladian window are highlights of this former private res-idence, which now provides space for the historicalrecords, artifacts and memorabilia documenting the devel-opment of education in Georgia. The museum is open from1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, during regularGCSU sessions. For information call (478) 445-4391.

St. Stephen’s Episcopal ChurchSt. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, circa 1841, was consecrat-ed in 1843. A Gothic roof now replaces the original flatroof destroyed by the explosion of the nearby arsenal dur-ing the Civil War. Of special interest is the chancel windowof Old English glass, a gift from Christ Church inSavannah. Early parishioner Capt. John Wilcox createdthe hand-carved chancel furniture. Located at 220 S.Wayne St.

Tours

Milledgeville’s Trolley Tour A drive through the landmark Historic District includesrotating visits to the Old Governor’s Mansion, c. 1838, OldState Capitol, c. 1807, Saint Stephen’s Episcopal Church, c.1841, Lockerly Hall, c. 1839 and the Stetson-SanfordHouse, c. 1825. Tours are available at 10 a.m. Mondaythrough Friday and 2 p.m. Saturday. Adults $10; childrenages 6 to 16 $5. Tours begin at Convention & VisitorsBureau, 200 West Hancock St. (800) 653-1804 or (478) 452-4687.

The Old Governor’s MansionThe Old Governor’s Mansion, located at 120 S. Clarke St.,was the home of 10 Georgia governors. Built in 1838, it is asuperb example of Greek Revival architecture and wasrestored in 1967. Open for tours Tuesday through Saturday10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sunday 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. with tours atthe top of each hour. Closed on Monday, Thanksgiving, andthe week after Christmas until New Year’s. Admissioncharged. For information (478) 445-4545.

Georgia’s Antebellum Capitol MuseumLocated at 201 E. Greene St., the Antebellum CapitolMuseum is housed in the Old Capitol Building, and toursare available Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4p.m. and on Saturday noon to 4 p.m. For more informationcall (478) 453-1803.

Olive Forge Herb GardenLocated at 161 Brown’s Crossing Road in Haddock, thegarden is open every Thursday through Saturday 9 a.m. to5 p.m. The Still Room is always stocked with herbal good-ies to eat, smell or wear. Call ahead during the summermonths. Workshops available for groups of 7 to 15 partici-pants and must be scheduled at least three weeks inadvance and prepaid. For more information (478) [email protected]

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��Georgia College President Dr. Dorothy Leland gives remarks as MilledgevilleMayor Richard Bentley looks on during the Campus Theatre opening ceremony.

��Juggler Anne Rohr was excited todo her part in attracting patrons totake time out to tour the CampusTheatre during its grand opening.

��The Campus Theatre open houseceremony featured a visit by StanLaurel and Oliver Hardy impersonators.

��Project Manager Mark Bowen of GCSU Plant Operations speaks with media rep-resentatives during the media tour of the newly renovated facility.

��GCSU Theatre DepartmentChair Karen Berman discussesthe Black Box Theatre.

CAMPUS THEATRE GRAND OPENING

Sightings

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��A large crowd braved the rainy weather to be a partof the grand opening of the newly renovated CampusTheatre in downtown Miledgeville.

��Russell Staples of the GeorgiaCollege Theatre Department works inthe renovated Campus Theatre facility.

��Baldwin AssistantCounty ManagerRalph McMullen isgreeted with some ofthe snacks and the-ater fare, which wasavailable as part ofthe grand openingevent.

��The newly renovated facility also features a Jittery Joe’scoffee shop.

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Sightings

��Amber Bullard, Self Expression,award winner, takes the stage.

MILLEDGEVILLE-BALDWIN JUNIOR MISS

�� Jahrea Brown performs dur-ing the talent portion of theJunior Miss program.

�� Kaley Barker performs a fitness routineduring the program.

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PHOTOS BY SHANA CAWLEY PHOTOGRAPHY

��Junior Miss participants take part in the program’s opening per-formance. A record number, 25 contestants, took part in this year’sMilledgeville-Baldwin Junior Miss scholarship program.

�� (Left): Abby Webb, Shelby Brantley, Amber Bullard and Jahrea Brown backstage during this year’s scholarship program. Right:Emily Griffin, Baldwin’s Junior Miss 2011 and Lindsey Garrett, Milledgeville’s Junior Miss 2011 perform during the show.

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�� Nineteen-month-old Eric Burgamy protectshis Easter basket at Lockerly Arboretum.

��Emily Mullis, 2, takes a peek inside to revealher basket prize.

LOCKERLY EASTER EGG HUNT

Sightings

�� Raegan Prance, 2, shows off one of her finds during the Lockerly Easter Egg Hunt.

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DOMESTIC VIOLENCE MARCH

��About 100 community members attend-ed the annual domestic violence march andlit candles in memory of those affected bythe issue.

�� Linnesia Latimore, S.A.F.E. advocate,speaks during the candlelight vigil, held inmemory of local victims of domestic violence.

��Whitney Langold performs a special tribute praise dance in honor andmemory of local domestic violence victims during the annual candlelight vigiland march at the Baldwin County Courthouse.

�� Jamey Peugh, Antebellum Chapter director, poses with the Junior Cotillion class. New cotillion classes will begin inSeptember and run monthly through May. Prospective participants can register through the GCSU Department ofContinuing Education.

�� Taylor Evans and Derick Villarrealfill out their dance cards during theGrand Spring Ball at the MagnoliaBallroom, Sunday May 2.

��Thirty-three young ladies and gen-tlemen took part in the AntebellumChapter of the National League ofJunior Cotillion’s Grand Spring Ball heldat the Magnolia Ballroom. The ball wasthe culmination of the co-ed classesheld from January through Aprilthrough the Georgia CollegeDepartment of Continuing Education.Pictured: Junior Cotillion participantCharity Suggs goes through the ballreceiving line.

COTILLION GRAND SPRING BALL

Sightings

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�� Pre-Cotillion program participants lead the group inthe electric slide at the end of the ball. Two groups ofclasses were held — a pre-cotillion program for kinder-gartners through third-graders, and a junior cotillion forfourth-graders through 10th-graders.

�� Jamey Peugh,A n t e b e l l u mChapter director,presents gradua-tion certificates topre-cotillion classmembers.

�� Olivia Salter andEric Wilkinson fillout their dancecards. During thecourse of classes,participants learnedfour dances — thefox trot, cha-cha,the shag and thewaltz — and demon-strated what theylearned at the GrandSpring Ball.

PHOTOS BY KYLE HITCHCOCK PHOTOGRAPHY

��Hailey Wilkinsonwaltzes with herdad at the ball.Parents were invitedto the final cotillionclass to learn thewaltz with theiryoung ladies andgentlemen.

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