Good morning!
April is showing out this week — we've got a Masters party downtown, an egg hunt at one of my favorite spots, a lakefront home that might just make your jaw drop, a book event I'm genuinely excited about, and Café du Papa doing what they do best. Let's get into it.
🤍 Holly
Open House by Nick Montgomery
Nick Montgomery has an open house this Sunday you are going to want to see in person. 233 Lakeshore Drive is a fully renovated, fully furnished lakefront home with 10+ feet of deep water, a new seawall, dock, and private boat ramp. Inside, you've got wood-beam ceilings, a lower-level unit with a home theater, an outdoor kitchen, and a firepit area. It's turnkey and it's stunning — whether you're looking for a full-time home, a private retreat, or an income-producing rental.
📍 233 Lakeshore Drive, Eatonton | Sunday, April 5 | 1–4 PM
Master in Milly - Time to PAR-TEE
Downtown Milledgeville
It's Masters week, and Milledgeville is getting in on the fun. First Friday is going full golf-theme this month — think Masters-inspired drinks, local shopping, photo spots, and dinner at your favorite downtown restaurant. Wear your green and gold and make a night of it. This is the kind of low-key, high-fun evening that reminds me why I love living here.
Egg Hunt
Lockerly Arboretum
If you've got little ones (ages 1–12), put this on the calendar right now. The Harrisburg Community Collaborative is hosting a Community Egg Hunt at Lockerly Arboretum — one of the most beautiful settings in the area — with food starting at noon and the hunt kicking off at 1 PM. Family activities and community fellowship round out the afternoon. It's going to be a sweet one.
Travel Solo - Not Alone Seminar
Compassion Cafe
Curious about traveling on your own but not sure where to start? Join Russ and Meg of EzTravel for a free solo travel seminar at Compassion Café. Designed for those considering independent travel, this relaxed and informative evening explores how to turn a solo trip into a seamless and rewarding experience.
Guilt, Secrets and Suspense: An Evening with Sara Burrell
Lake Country Books & Gifts
Tammy and the team at Lake Country Books & Gifts are hosting an evening that mystery fans will not want to miss. Author Sara Burrell is coming to Eatonton to celebrate the release of her new novel, The Guilt of Others — and it sounds like the perfect April night. Expect a live reading, a peek behind the story, and an open Q&A. The Guilt of Others is psychological suspense done right — the kind of book that keeps you up past your bedtime, then makes you a little suspicious of everyone at the breakfast table. Bring a friend. Pick up a copy. Let Tammy take care of the rest.
Restaurant Spotlight
Sweet Kneads
Masters Week guests and Easter baskets, Sweet Kneads has you covered on both fronts.
Stop in and pick up their famous pimento cheese and cheese straws for your golf crowd, and don't forget the Easter Bunny cakes and cookies for the kiddos. Sweet Kneads has been a Lake Oconee staple since 2002, and this time of year they are exactly who you want in your corner when company is coming and you need something delicious — fast.
While you are there, grab their legendary chicken salad and a slice of award-winning quiche. You will not regret it.
📍 103 Clack Circle, Suite 1000, Eatonton | Open Monday–Saturday
☀️ Summer Camp Season Is HERE — And the Bobcats Are Ready to Play!
Summer is almost here, and Georgia College & State University has a packed lineup of Bobcat Explorers Summer Camps for kids ages 5–12! Each week brings a new theme, new skills, and a whole lot of fun, right here close to home in Milledgeville.
Here's what's on deck:
⚽ Soccer — June 1–5 🎭 Theatre — June 8–12 📣 Cheer — June 15–18 🏅 Sports Frenzy — June 22–26 🏀 Basketball — June 29–July 3 🐛 Backyard Critters — July 6–10
Every week runs Monday–Friday, 8am–4pm on the GCSU campus. Campers enjoy specialty instruction from expert coaches, plus daily recreation, pool time, arts & crafts, and more. Register week-by-week and pick the themes that fit your summer!
👉 See all the details and register at lakesinclairlife.com/kids — and check back, because we're adding more camps as we find them!
Editor’s Pick
Southland Jubilee
Downtown Greensboro
Celebrate Southern culture, community, and springtime fun at Downtown Greensboro’s Southland Jubilee, a beloved annual heritage arts festival returning Saturday, April 18 from 10 AM to 4 PM. This free, family-friendly event transforms historic downtown Greensboro into a lively celebration of local tradition, creativity, and small-town charm.
Visitors can spend the day exploring a wide variety of arts and crafts vendors, delicious food, live music, and unique local exhibits that showcase the rich culture of the region. The festival also features a classic car show, agricultural displays, and a dedicated kids’ area, offering something fun for every age.
Want to see more awesome events? Click the link below to check out our full calendar!
April is my favorite kind of busy, the weather is cooperating, the community is showing up, and there's always something worth getting off the couch for. I hope you find your thing this weekend, whether that's an egg hunt, a beignet, a book, or a Sunday afternoon on the lake. Happy Easter, Lake Sinclair.
— Holly