The Weekend Calendar for Jan. 4-5-6
From Staff Reports
It’s the first weekend of 2019 and many folks are still trying to figure out what day of the week it is after the holiday season.
The weekend calendar is still on the “lite” side and will start to ramp up in the next couple of weeks as everyone settles back in to the new year.
Highlights of the weekend include a pair of events at local libraries on Friday – Exercise is Medicine at the Newnan Carnegie and LEGO Club at the Grantville Library. On Saturday, “Bring One for the Chipper” takes place in downtown Newnan and on Sunday, auditions for the Newnan Theatre Company’s production of the Sound of Music is scheduled.
Weather-wise, the weekend looks amazing. After the rain moves out of Coweta County later today, look for mostly sunny skies and highs near 60 degrees on both Saturday and Sunday. Lows will be near 40.
Below is the day-to-day listing of events in the area. To have your event published, please email [email protected].
FRIDAY, JAN. 4
Exercise is Medicine
The Carnegie Library hosts this 45-minute class on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. A wellness class for prevention and management of chronic disease conditions. Call for details.
11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
770-683-1347 • 1 LaGrange St., Newnan
https://www.newnancarnegie.com
LEGO Club at Grantville Library
For ages 6-12. Calling all LEGO maniacs! Children in grades 1-5 and their caregivers are invited to work alone or in teams to build LEGO creations based on a monthly theme. We provide the LEGOs; you provide the imagination! Registration required.
4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
770-683-0535 • 100 Park Dr., Grantville
Blood Drive at Piedmont Newnan Hospital
The American Red Cross will host a Blood Drive at PNH. Those interested in donating blood may choose to save time by scheduling an appointment online at www.redcrossblood.org and click on “Make a Blood Donation Appointment.” It is not necessary to make an appointment; however, benefits of registering online include receiving email reminders.
9 a.m to 3 p.m.
745 Poplar Rd., Newnan
Newnan High School Band Dance
This 3 1/2 hour event will be held at The Nixon Centre.
7-10:30 p.m.
1523 Lower Fayetteville Rd., Newnan, GA 30265
https://thenixoncentre.net
Local and Live Music
From Kris Youmans’ Music calendar each month in The Paper.
The Brickhouse – Velcro Pygmies, 9 p.m. • 80 Newnan Station, Newnan
Grazing Here – Cougar Love, 9 p.m. • 2850 Highway 54, Peachtree City
SATURDAY, JAN. 5
Red Cross hosting Blood Drive
The American Red Cross will have a Blood Drive at St. George Catholic Church on Roscoe Road. Those interested in donating blood at the library may choose to save time by scheduling an appointment online at www.redcrossblood.org and click on “Make a Blood Donation Appointment”. It is not necessary to make an appointment; however, benefits of registering online include receiving email reminders.
9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
771 Hwy. 70 (Roscoe Road), Newnan
Bring One for the Chipper 2019
This event of Christmas Tree recycling is in its 28th year and is sponsored by Keep Newnan Beautiful. Bring your Christmas tree to be chipped into mulch at Newnan City Hall.
8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
25 Lagrange St., Newnan
Winter Craft at The Bend
This crafty event is set for the Chattahoochee Bend State Park as participants collect pine cones in the park and make their own pine cone painting to take home! All supplies will be provided. Meet at visitor center porch.
$2 per person • 1 to 2 p.m.
425 Bob White Way, Newnan
January Educator Appreciation Shopping
This event takes place at Newnan’s Barnes & Noble store in Ashley Park. Pre-K through grade 12 educators, visit the store every Saturday and Sunday in January and enjoy 25% off most books, toys, games, movies, music, and more.
342 Newnan Crossing Bypass, Newnan
Drop-In Crafts at Powell Library
This children’s event is scheduled for each Saturday during the month of January at Newnan’s Powell Library. Drop by the children’s area and make a fun craft or do other fun things. A different craft each Saturday.
11 a.m.
25 Hospital Road, Newnan
CAREing Paws at Powell Library
CAREing Paws reading therapy dogs can help children improve their reading skills in a unique and fun environment at Newnan’s Powell Library. Pick your favorite book and read to the dog. Registration required.
11 a.m.
25 Hospital Road, Newnan
Local and Live Music
From Kris Youmans’ Music calendar each month in The Paper.
Grazing Here – The Band 85 South, 9 p.m. • 2850 Highway 54, Peachtree City
SUNDAY, JAN. 6
Auditions for The Sound of Music
Hosted by Newnan Theatre Company. Scheduled performance dates are May 9-12 and 16-19.
770-683-6282 • 24 First Ave, Newnan
https://www.newnantheatre.org
January Educator Appreciation Shopping
This event takes place at Newnan’s Barnes & Noble store in Ashley Park. Pre-K through grade 12 educators, visit the store every Saturday and Sunday in January and enjoy 25% off most books, toys, games, movies, music, and more.
342 Newnan Crossing Bypass, Newnan
BINGO! at Coweta Veterans Club
Newnan’s American Legion Post 57 hosts Bingo every Sunday.There are 5 – $100 games. Up to $1,000 Jackpot depending on number of players. $15 plays all games. Snack Bar. Smoke Free. Off of Hwy. 29N, across from Southern Roots Nursery.
6 p.m
770-251-6949 • 130 Veterans Rd., Newnan
