The Weekend Guide: Things To Do … January 24-25-26
From Staff Reports
Below are some of the events in-and-around Coweta County this weekend (Friday-Sunday, January 24-26).
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 our Sports on TV Calendar featuring the Atlanta Hawks, NFL Playoffs, plus UGA, Georgia Tech and Auburn men’s and women’s basketball. Check it out by visiting our SPORTS 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, JANUARY 24
CHILDREN’S CRAFT: CONTACT PAPER COLLAGE
10 a.m., Newnan Carnegie Library, 1 LaGrange Street, Newnan • 770-683-1347
It’s Children’s Craft Time at the Carnegie. Each month we will have a themed craft where we will explore different art mediums. This is a great opportunity for little hands to work on fine motor skills. It’s free, but registration is required. To register, click HERE.
ABUNDANT HEALTH & VITALITY
6:30 p.m., Newnan First United Methodist Church Annex, 33 Greenville Street, Newnan
Free Community Event. Guest speaker is Dr. Jan Roberto, a medical doctor who has been practicing Family Medicine since 1989. She is passionate about the message of staying healthy by choosing a lifestyle that promotes wellness and longevity. RSVP to Loi Palmer at 770-337-6688 or Dr. Jaami Rutledge at 470-400-1508.
JERSEY BOYS
7 p.m., Legacy Theatre, 1175 Senoia Road, Suite C, Tyrone • 404-895-1473
With phenomenal music, memorable characters, and great storytelling, Jersey Boys follows the fascinating evolution of four blue-collar kids who became one of the greatest successes in pop-music history. Winner of Best Musical at both the Tony Awards® and Olivier Awards®, Jersey Boys takes you behind the music of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons to discover the secret of a 40-year friendship as the foursome work their way from the streets of New Jersey to the heights of stardom. Standard tickets are $40 Adults, $35 Seniors, and $20 Children 12-and-under. For info, visit https://legacytheater.com/.
SATURDAY, JANUARY 25
PAPER SHREDDING EVENT
8 a.m.-Noon, Newnan City Hall Parking Lot, 25 LaGrange Street, Newnan • 678-673-5505
First 3 bags or boxes are free for Coweta County residents. After that, $3 per bag or box. Hosted by Keep Newnan Beautiful.
FROSTBITE 5K RUN
8 a.m., St. Paul Lutheran School, 700 Ardenlee Parkway, Peachtree City
This Walk/Run event is part of the Peachtree City Rotary Club’s annual 5K Grand Prix Series. Benefits St. Paul Lutheran School. For info, visit https://ptcrc.com/rotary-grand-prix/.
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.
CINDI’S FIREHOUSE FRIENDS
10:30 a.m., Newnan Carnegie Library, 1 LaGrange Street, Newnan
Join the folks at Newnan Carnegie Library for story time with local award-winning author, Beverley Reichman. Attendees will get to meet some of the brave firefighters featured in this story! It’s free, but registration is required. To register, click HERE.
WINTER FIELD DAY EXERCISE
11 a.m. Saturday to 4:50 p.m. Sunday, Madras Community Center, 2355 Hwy. 29 North, Newnan
The Newnan Regional Amateur Radio Club (NRARC) is participating in a national emergency preparedness exercise designed specifically for winter weather. The exercise, Winter Field Day, hosted by the Winter Field Day Association, has fortuitous timing as Georgians battle snow and winter storm warnings issued by the National Weather Service twice so far in January 2025. The exercise will run from 11 a.m. EST on Saturday, Jan. 25 continuously through 4:59 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 26 for a full 30 hours.
ROYAL INTERNATIONAL MISS GEORGIA & ALABAMA STATE PAGEANT
Noon, Wadsworth Auditorium, 25 Jefferson Street, Newnan
The Royal International Miss Georgia & Alabama State Pageant will be awarding 3 titles per division for Georgia delegates and 2 titles per division for Alabama delegates. Age divisions include Princess 4-7, Sweetheart 8-10, Pre-Teen 11-13, Junior Teen 14-16, Teen 17-19, Miss 20-25, and Ms. 26+.
JERSEY BOYS
2 p.m. and 7 p.m., Legacy Theatre, 1175 Senoia Road, Suite C, Tyrone • 404-895-1473
With phenomenal music, memorable characters, and great storytelling, Jersey Boys follows the fascinating evolution of four blue-collar kids who became one of the greatest successes in pop-music history. Winner of Best Musical at both the Tony Awards® and Olivier Awards®, Jersey Boys takes you behind the music of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons to discover the secret of a 40-year friendship as the foursome work their way from the streets of New Jersey to the heights of stardom. Standard tickets are $40 Adults, $35 Seniors, and $20 Children 12-and-under. For info, visit https://legacytheater.com/.
GLOW RUN 2025
6 p.m., Newnan Centre Parking Lot, 1515 Lower Fayetteville Road, Newnan
This year, the LINC Trail will be lighted for an exciting course of runners of all levels to enjoy. Sponsored by Bridging The Gap Community Outreach. 1 mile Fun Run starts at 6 p.m. with the 5K Run/Walk to follow at 6:30 p.m. This year, runners/walkers can participate virtually or in person! Whether you’re running on-site or from afar, don’t forget to deck yourself out in your brightest GLOW gear for maximum fun! For more information, visit btgglowrun.com.
SPEED DATING
7 p.m., Leaf and Bean, 22 West Court Square, Suite A, Newnan • 770-683-7290
Here’s how it works. Ages 18-35 will Speed Date from 7-8 p.m.. Ages 35-and-up will Speed Date from 8-9 p.m. Tickets are $15 and includes one drink of choice. This can be coffee, tea, beer, wine, cocktails, or mocktails! All ages are welcome! For tickets, click HERE.
SUNDAY, JANUARY 26
JERSEY BOYS
2 p.m. and 7 p.m., Legacy Theatre, 1175 Senoia Road, Suite C, Tyrone • 404-895-1473
With phenomenal music, memorable characters, and great storytelling, Jersey Boys follows the fascinating evolution of four blue-collar kids who became one of the greatest successes in pop-music history. Winner of Best Musical at both the Tony Awards® and Olivier Awards®, Jersey Boys takes you behind the music of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons to discover the secret of a 40-year friendship as the foursome work their way from the streets of New Jersey to the heights of stardom. Standard tickets are $40 Adults, $35 Seniors, and $20 Children 12-and-under. For info, visit https://legacytheater.com/.
ROYAL INTERNATIONAL MISS GEORGIA & ALABAMA STATE PAGEANT
5 p.m., Wadsworth Auditorium, 25 Jefferson Street, Newnan
The Royal International Miss Georgia & Alabama State Pageant will be awarding 3 titles per division for Georgia delegates and 2 titles per division for Alabama delegates. Age divisions include Princess 4-7, Sweetheart 8-10, Pre-Teen 11-13, Junior Teen 14-16, Teen 17-19, Miss 20-25, and Ms. 26+.
