The Weekend Guide: Things To Do … September 6-7-8
From Staff Reports
Below are some of the events in-and-around Coweta County this weekend (Friday-Sunday, September 6-8).
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 Braves, Falcons, United and Dream. Check it out by visiting our ATLANTA PRO SPORTS ON TV CALENDAR as well as our COLLEGE FOOTBALL ON TV CALENDAR.
If you are looking for a place to eat, take a look at our JOINTS DIRECTORY.
Check with each event to see if it is weather permitting / rain or shine. All events are subject to change. For the latest in Newnan Weather, click HERE.
To submit an event, email [email protected].
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 6
SUNSET SOUNDS
7-10 p.m., Drake Field, 155 Willowbend Road, Peachtree City
Rock out under the stars at this free community event! Live music by The Radio 80s Band. Featured food trucks are Jazz Burger, PTC Grill, Little Miss Juicy, and Tasty Sausage!
PREP FOOTBALL
Three Coweta County high school football teams are in action.
Trinity Christian at LaGrange, 7:30 pm (Thursday)
Lovejoy at East Coweta, 8 pm
Strong Rock at Heritage School, 7:30 pm
Central Christian, Newnan, Northgate, open
NITWITS: KINGDOM OF HILARITY
8 p.m., Newnan Theatre Company, 24 First Avenue, Newnan • 770-683-6282
This Improvision Show is set for Friday and Saturday. Come see a show with two Court Jesters, some Peasants, and a King. And if they fail to make him laugh, their necks he’ll surely wring. Don’t be a fool by missing out on this strange and rare opportunity. Just join jaunty Jesters jargoning jokes in the Kingdom of Hilarity! Tickets are $10. To purchase tickets, click HERE.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 7
WALK FOR HOPE: 2024
7 a.m., City of Hope, 600 Celebrate Life Parkway, Newnan
Since its inception in 1997, Walk for Hope has raised more than $47 million, fueling their mission and making hope happen for all touched by cancer. The walk brings an entire community together for one common cause – to end cancer for all. Join the City of Hope’s movement as they walk together. 100% of net proceeds raised by Walk for Hope support City of Hope cancer research and life-giving care. Event details: Event opens at 7 a.m., Program begins on stage at 9 a.m. and Lineup and Walk-Off (2K or 5K) at 9:30 a.m.
SATURDAY FOOD DISTRIBUTION
8-10 a.m., Bridging The Gap, 19 1st Avenue, Newnan
Free weekly drive-through food pantry. Boxes typically include: Frozen meat, fresh fruits and produce, dairy, bread and desserts. First come first served. Registration is required on site the day of distribution.
COWETA COUNTY FARMER’S MARKET
8:30 a.m., Asa Powell Expo Center, 197 Temple Avenue, Newnan • 770-254-2620
Your favorite farm families and vendors return alongside exciting new additions, all eager to meet you at the Coweta County Farmer’s Market! In addition, Coweta County UGA Extension’s Family & Consumer Science Agent will join us this season with fun cooking demos, food safety tips and children’s activities. Plus, don’t miss the chance to meet your new furry best friend, as Coweta County Animal Services will be on-site offering pet adoptions.
SENOIA FARMER’S MARKET
8:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., 40 Travis Street, Senoia
Locally-sourced Farmer’s Market, every Saturday.
NO ONE WALKS ALONE SUICIDE PREVENTION AWARENESS WALK
9 a.m., 92 Farmer Street, Newnan
This free, family event will take place along the LINC trail (92 Farmer St). The event will include multiple Coping Skill Stations such as pet therapy, art therapy, yoga, music, gardening, vision boards, and more. This is an opportunity to honor loved ones that have lost their life to suicide as well as raise awareness of mental health illness – including thoughts of suicide. Learn ways to cope with feelings of anxiety and depression and new skills to strengthen your mental health. Use this as an ice-breaker to speak to your kids or teens about Mental Health. Registration is not required.
ESTATE AND CONSIGNMENT AUCTION
9 a.m., The Barn, 151 Lake Circle, Carrollton • 770-301-6000
Preview from 8-9 a.m. Hardware Store Cleanout. Lots & lots of items. Trucks, Tractor, Farm Equipment, Golf Carts, Guns, Ammo and more. Hosted by Scotty Hicks Auction Service.
4TH ANNUAL BUFFALO CREEK FALL FESTIVAL
9 a.m.-4 p.m., Carroll County Agricultural Center, 900 Newnan Road, Carrollton
The Carroll County Master Gardeners will be holding the Fourth The 4th Annual Buffalo Creek Fall Festival at the Carroll County Agricultural Center. This year’s event features craft vendors, more local food trucks than ever before, raffle baskets, 4-H activities for the children, and plant sales from the Master Gardeners as well as local nurseries. Admission is free.
PEACHTREE CITY MARKET
9 a.m.- 1 p.m., Aberdeen Village Shopping Center, Aberdeen Parkway, Peachtree City
Approximately 60 vendors offering a variety of fresh produce, poultry, beef and pork, bread, sweet treats and more. Also live music.
SERENBE FARMERS MARKET
9 a.m.- 1 p.m., The Grange Green, 10640 Serenbe Lane, Chattahoochee Hills
The Serenbe Farmers Market hosts Growers, Artisans, Craft-makers, and Healthy Food Producers. Parking is available along Serenbe Lane in Grange.
DOWNTOWN NEWNAN MARKET DAY
10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Courthouse Square, downtown Newnan
Hosted by Main Street Newnan on the first Saturday of every month. The Market features over 55 unique spaces, with a variety of one-of-a-kind gift items. Market Day favorites include: fresh locally grown produce, honey, jams & jellies, pottery, art, hand-woven baskets, leather products, etc.
HOUSING RESOURCE FAIR
10 a.m.-2 p.m., West Broad Street, Courthouse Square (next to Carnegie Library), Newnan
Hosted by the City of Newnan’s Urban Redevelopment Agency. The purpose of this event is to educate residents about housing related programs and resources made available by community partners and providers.
MINERALS AND ROCKS / GEOLOGY
11 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Chattahoochee Bend State Park, 425 Bobwhite Way, Newnan • 770-254-7271
Come out for a day of family fun and learning with our park naturalist. Hands on learning about geology with rocks and minerals of the Chattahoochee River Basin. Call the Park to sign up and reserve your place 770-254-7271. Cost is $5 per person and $5 for parking
COWETA TOUCH-A-TRUCK DAY WITH PAW PATROL
11 a.m.-1 p.m., Ashley Park Newnan, 384 Newnan Crossing Bypass, Newnan
Kiddos! This event is for YOU! Ashley Park is hosting a Touch-A-Truck Day with our friends the Paw Patrol. Come experience all the community helpers and their neat rides!
NITWITS: KINGDOM OF HILARITY
8 p.m., Newnan Theatre Company, 24 First Avenue, Newnan • 770-683-6282
This Improvision Show is set for Friday and Saturday. Come see a show with two Court Jesters, some Peasants, and a King. And if they fail to make him laugh, their necks he’ll surely wring. Don’t be a fool by missing out on this strange and rare opportunity. Just join jaunty Jesters jargoning jokes in the Kingdom of Hilarity! Tickets are $10. To purchase tickets, click HERE.
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 8
2024 SEASON FINAL ACTOR ORIENTATION
1-3 p.m., 13 Stories Haunted House, 320 Temple Avenue, Suite A, Newnan
If you are interested in working the 2024 scare season please come out for this final orientation. 13 Stories will handle all paperwork, questions, and scene selections! Hope to see you there!
EVENTS NEXT WEEKEND – SEPTEMBER 13-14-15
• Kiwanis Coweta County Fair … Sept. 13-14-15
• Coweta-Fayette EMC … Clays for Community Fundraiser, Sept. 13
• Keep Newnan Beautiful … Paper Shredding Event, Sept. 14
