The Weekend Guide: Things To Do … Dec. 15-16-17 and Beyond
From Staff Reports
Below are fun, educational and family-friendly events in-and-around Coweta County this weekend and into next week.
If you are looking for local and live music this weekend, check out what’s going on in our LOCAL MUSIC CALENDAR.
Also, we have all the sports schedules for the weekend with the top college football games on TV plus the Falcons and Hawks. Check it out by visiting our SPORTS ON TV CALENDAR.
What about dining out? Check out our list we call the THE JOINT DIRECTORY.
The weekend weather forecast has an 80 percent chance of rain Saturday night, then 70 percent on Sunday. Check with each event to see if it is weather permitting / rain or shine. All events are subject to change.
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FRIDAY, DECEMBER 15
FANTASY IN LIGHTS
4-10 p.m. at Callaway Gardens, 17617 Highway 27, Pine Mountain • 1-800-225-5292
A beloved Christmas tradition shines even brighter as the NEW Tree of Traditions, a 40-foot Pixel Pine Tree, joins 10 million twinkling lights to illuminate winter nights, only during Fantasy in Lights. Tickets on Friday are $29.95. For tickets, click HERE.
SENOIA ALIVE AFTER FIVE
5-9 p.m. in Downtown Senoia
Final Alive After Five for 2023. Tonight Senoia will be filled with Christmas cheer. It’s the perfect night to finish your Christmas shopping. Santa arrives promptly at 5 p.m. in his sleigh. Downtown boutiques will be open until 9. Amazing artisan vendors this month, all handmade items. There will be crochet items, metal works, glass bird feeders and wind chimes, fudge, plants, Christmas bath bombs, freeze dried candy, lots of unique woodworks, slime, jewelry, glass artwork, permanent jewelry, pottery, and much more. We also have some fun activities for kids: ornament painting, facepainting, bounce houses, and a painting station.
SWEETLAND ON ICE
5-9 p.m. at Sweetland Amphitheater, 110 Smith Street, LaGrange • 706-298-5434
During the winter season, Sweetland Amphitheatre hosts a covered 5,500 square foot open-air ice-skating rink provided and operated by the Sweetland team. Bring your family and friends to enjoy the festive atmosphere, skating for all ages, a spectator section with heaters to enjoy the ice-skating action, and affordable concessions. Click HERE for more info.
HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS
7 p.m. at The Amp, 118 Bradley Street, Carrollton
Don’t miss this Christmas movie at the Amp. A night of Christmas fun for every Who, including you!
MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET
8 p.m. at Newnan Theatre Company, 24 1st Avenue, Newnan • 770-683-6282
Kris Kringle, an old man in a retirement home, gets a job working as Santa for Macy’s. Kris unleashes waves of good will with Macy’s customers and the commercial world of New York City by referring parents to other stores to find exactly the toy their child has asked for. Tickets are $28 for Adults, $20 for Students and Seniors, $15 for children. To purchase, click HERE.
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16
HOLIDAY FOOD BOXES
8 a.m. at Bridging The Gap, 19 First Avenue, Newnan
Bridging The Gap will be giving out Holiday Food Boxes, first-come, first-served.
SENOIA FARMERS MARKET
8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. at 40 Travis Street, Senoia
It is a community-oriented marketplace that features a variety of local farmers, food producers, artisans, and craftsmen. You can find a wide selection of fresh produce, including fruits and vegetables, herbs, and flowers. There are also local food producers selling homemade baked goods, jams and jellies, honey, and other artisanal products. The market also features handmade crafts, such as pottery, jewelry, and textiles. Visitors can enjoy live music, food trucks, and other family-friendly activities. EVERY Saturday.
LOW-COST VACCINE CLINIC
8:30-11:30 a.m. at The Help Spay/Neuter Clinic, 12 The Crescent, Newnan • 770-304-7911
Rain or shine. Book your appointment HERE. Ask how to get a free canine heartworm test.
PEACHTREE CITY MARKET
9 a.m.-1 p.m. at Aberdeen Village Shopping Center, Aberdeen Parkway, Peachtree City
This market brings approximately 60 vendors offering a variety of fresh produce, poultry, beef and pork, bread, sweet treats, honey, eggs, prepared foods and so much more. It’s the perfect place to find the consummate gift for the foodie in your life and visitors will also find live music going on.
6TH ANNUAL GREAT GINGERBREAD BUILD
9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at Newnan-Coweta Habitat for Humanity Restore, 216 Bullsboro Drive, Newnan • 770-252-4061
Each participating team will receive a stock gingerbread kit complete with icing and candy decorations, but we don’t want to limit your creativity. Everyone is encouraged to bring additional EDIBLE items to help their confectionary creations stand out! After one hour, each team must have a 100% edible, self-standing structure to be voted on by a panel of volunteer judges. Winners of the event receive custom Christmas tree ornaments. All participants and shoppers are welcome to enjoy complimentary hot chocolate, apple cider, Christmas cookie decorating, and special holiday sales in the ReStore. Remember, every dollar raised will support NCHFH’s construction efforts in Coweta County! To register a team, visit HERE.
DECEMBER TEEN OPEN ART
10 a.m. at Newnan Carnegie Library, 1 LaGrange Street, Newnan
Come explore your creativity at the Carnegie! Ages 12-18! Art supplies provided! Holiday ornament supplies and directions will be on hand, too! Drop-in. No registration required! While supplies last!
THE SHARPSBURG MARKET
10 a.m.-2 p.m. at 105 Main Street, Sharpsburg
Over 30 local vendors with all kinds of wonderful goods for you to browse.
THE LOCALS MARKET
10 a.m.-6 p.m. at Greenville Street Park, downtown Newnan
Get in the Holiday Spirit at the Locals Market where there’s something for everyone. Free admission, vendors, food trucks, children’s activities, live music, photos with Santa (4-6 p.m., $5), Christmas lights and more.
SWEETLAND ON ICE
Noon-9 p.m. at Sweetland Amphitheater, 110 Smith Street, LaGrange • 706-298-5434
During the winter season, Sweetland Amphitheatre hosts a covered 5,500 square foot open-air ice-skating rink provided and operated by the Sweetland team. Bring your family and friends to enjoy the festive atmosphere, skating for all ages, a spectator section with heaters to enjoy the ice-skating action, and affordable concessions. Click HERE for more info.
PAINT A PINE CONE
1-2 p.m. at Chattahoochee Bend State Park, 425 Bob White Way, Newnan • 770-254-7171
Paint a pinecone to look like a Christmas tree and learn about evergreen trees like pine trees, cedar trees, and hollies. We will meet at the Visitor Center at the picnic tables. Pre-registration is required. $4 per person. $5 park pass or $3.75 veteran/military. Call 770-254-7271 to pre-register.
SELFIES WITH AN ELFIE
1-3 p.m. at The Avenue, 239 City Circle, Peachtree City • 770-486-6587
Snap a pic with your favorite holiday characters as they stroll The Avenue this Christmas season!
FANTASY IN LIGHTS
4-10 p.m. at Callaway Gardens, 17617 Highway 27, Pine Mountain • 1-800-225-5292
A beloved Christmas tradition shines even brighter as the NEW Tree of Traditions, a 40-foot Pixel Pine Tree, joins 10 million twinkling lights to illuminate winter nights, only during Fantasy in Lights. Tickets on Saturday are $39.95. For tickets, click HERE.
CHRISTMAS PARADE & TREE LIGHTING
5 p.m. in downtown Grantville
The Christmas Parade will start at 5. Tree lighting and Pictures with Santa will be after the parade at the Gazebo.
MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET
8 p.m. at Newnan Theatre Company, 24 1st Avenue, Newnan • 770-683-6282
Kris Kringle, an old man in a retirement home, gets a job working as Santa for Macy’s. Kris unleashes waves of good will with Macy’s customers and the commercial world of New York City by referring parents to other stores to find exactly the toy their child has asked for. Tickets are $28 for Adults, $20 for Students and Seniors, $15 for children. To purchase, click HERE.
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 17
SWEETLAND ON ICE
Noon-9 p.m. at Sweetland Amphitheater, 110 Smith Street, LaGrange • 706-298-5434
During the winter season, Sweetland Amphitheatre hosts a covered 5,500 square foot open-air ice-skating rink provided and operated by the Sweetland team. Bring your family and friends to enjoy the festive atmosphere, skating for all ages, a spectator section with heaters to enjoy the ice-skating action, and affordable concessions. Click HERE for more info.
MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET
3 p.m. at Newnan Theatre Company, 24 1st Avenue, Newnan • 770-683-6282
Kris Kringle, an old man in a retirement home, gets a job working as Santa for Macy’s. Kris unleashes waves of good will with Macy’s customers and the commercial world of New York City by referring parents to other stores to find exactly the toy their child has asked for. Tickets are $28 for Adults, $20 for Students and Seniors, $15 for children. To purchase, click HERE.
FANTASY IN LIGHTS
4-10 p.m. at Callaway Gardens, 17617 Highway 27, Pine Mountain • 1-800-225-5292
A beloved Christmas tradition shines even brighter as the NEW Tree of Traditions, a 40-foot Pixel Pine Tree, joins 10 million twinkling lights to illuminate winter nights, only during Fantasy in Lights. Tickets on Sunday are $39.95. For tickets, click HERE.
MONDAY, DEC. 18
POLAR EXPRESS DAY
10:30 a.m. at Wadsworth Auditorium, 25 Jefferson Street, Newnan
Join the Newnan Carnegie Library and Newnan Leisure Services for this multi-location event. The event begins by watching the Polar Express movie, with popcorn, at the Wadsworth Auditorium (doors will open at 10 a.m.). After the movie, rotating groups will be designated to join crafts and activities at either the Newnan Carnegie Library or the Children Connect Museum. This FREE event does not require a sign up.
FANTASY IN LIGHTS
4-10 p.m. at Callaway Gardens, 17617 Highway 27, Pine Mountain • 1-800-225-5292
A beloved Christmas tradition shines even brighter as the NEW Tree of Traditions, a 40-foot Pixel Pine Tree, joins 10 million twinkling lights to illuminate winter nights, only during Fantasy in Lights. Tickets on Monday are $39.95. For tickets, click HERE.
TUESDAY, DEC. 19
GENTLE YOGA
9 a.m. at True Balance, 48 East Washington Street, Newnan • 678-857-3484
Gentle Yoga held on Tuesdays this month (Nov. 7-14-21-28) at True Balance Center for Breath and Bodywork. Gentle Yoga is a slower-paced, less intense practice. It’s perfect for students of all abilities and fitness levels. Click HERE for more information.
COOKIE EXCHANGE
2:30-3:30 p.m. at Newnan Carnegie Library, 1 LaGrange Street, Newnan
Join the Newnan Carnegie Library for a holiday Cookie Swap! They will have a fun afternoon socializing, swapping recipes, enjoying refreshments, and sharing holiday stories. Please bring at least a dozen of your favorite cookies to share and swap. Free event but registration required. To register, click HERE.
FANTASY IN LIGHTS
4-10 p.m. at Callaway Gardens, 17617 Highway 27, Pine Mountain • 1-800-225-5292
A beloved Christmas tradition shines even brighter as the NEW Tree of Traditions, a 40-foot Pixel Pine Tree, joins 10 million twinkling lights to illuminate winter nights, only during Fantasy in Lights. Tickets on Tuesday are $39.95. For tickets, click HERE.
WEDNESDAY, DEC. 20
SANTA CLAUS AT COWETA-FAYETTE EMC
1-3 p.m. at Palmetto Office, 807 Collinsworth Road, Palmetto
Bring your kids. Cameras are welcome.
HOLIDAY FOOD BOXES
4 p.m. at Bridging The Gap, 19 First Avenue, Newnan
Bridging The Gap will be giving out Holiday Food Boxes, first-come, first-served.
FANTASY IN LIGHTS
4-10 p.m. at Callaway Gardens, 17617 Highway 27, Pine Mountain • 1-800-225-5292
A beloved Christmas tradition shines even brighter as the NEW Tree of Traditions, a 40-foot Pixel Pine Tree, joins 10 million twinkling lights to illuminate winter nights, only during Fantasy in Lights. Tickets on Wednesday are $39.95. For tickets, click HERE.
THURSDAY, DEC. 21
GENTLE YOGA
9 a.m. at True Balance, 48 East Washington Street, Newnan • 678-857-3484
Gentle Yoga held on Tuesdays this month (Nov. 7-14-21-28) at True Balance Center for Breath and Bodywork. Gentle Yoga is a slower-paced, less intense practice. It’s perfect for students of all abilities and fitness levels. Click HERE for more information.
KEN SCOTT MAGIC SHOW
10-11 a.m. at Newnan Carnegie Library, 1 LaGrange Street, Newnan
Join us for a special holiday featuring Ken Scott. The very popular magician, illusionist, and humorist. All ages are welcome. The event is free but registration required. To register, click HERE.
SANTA CLAUS AT COWETA-FAYETTE EMC
1-3 p.m. at Newnan Office, 192 Temple Avenue, Newnan
Bring your kids. Cameras are welcome.
FANTASY IN LIGHTS
4-10 p.m. at Callaway Gardens, 17617 Highway 27, Pine Mountain • 1-800-225-5292
A beloved Christmas tradition shines even brighter as the NEW Tree of Traditions, a 40-foot Pixel Pine Tree, joins 10 million twinkling lights to illuminate winter nights, only during Fantasy in Lights. Tickets on Thursday are $39.95. For tickets, click HERE.
