The Weekend Guide: Things To Do … May 31, June 1-2-3
From Staff Reports
Below are some of the family-friendly events in-and-around Coweta County this weekend (May 31, June 1-3).
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, United and Dream, plus UGA and Georgia Tech in the NCAA Men’s Baseball Regionals. 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, MAY 31
WEST GEORGIA COIN SHOW
10 a.m.- 6 p.m., Carroll County Recreation Dept., 1201 Newnan Road, Carrollton
Free admission to this two-day event with over 100 tables. Buying, selling and free appraisals. Gold, silver, platinum, coins, bullion, paper money, tokens, exonumia, collectibles and more.
FOOD TRUCK FRIDAYS AT MORELAND MILL
5-8 p.m., Moreland Mill, 7 Main Street, Moreland
Bring a blanket or chair and hang out or take it on the go. Food trucks in attendance will be Diggity Hot Dawgs, Jalapeno Express BBQ and West Georgia Mini Donuts. Live Music from the Kris Youmans Band.
SENOIA ALIVE AFTER 5
5-9 p.m., Downtown Senoia
This is the rescheduled Summer Kick-Off Event! Originally scheduled for May 17 but inclement weather pushed the event to May 31. The event features live music (Flint River Revelers and Marty James at Barnes Street Courtyard), food trucks and vendors selling handcrafted artisan goods, jewelry, artwork and much more. Many of the downtown shops and restaurants will stay open late, offering special deals and discounts.
SATURDAY, JUNE 1
PAPER SHREDDING EVENT
8 a.m.- Noon, Behind Newnan City Hall, 25 LaGrange Street, Newnan
Hosted by Keep Newnan Beautiful. First 3 bags or boxes are FREE for Coweta County residents. After that, $3 per bag or box. For more information, call 678-673-5505 or email [email protected].
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.
LOW-COST VACCINE CLINIC
8:30 – 11:30 a.m., Help Spay/Neuter Clinic, 12 The Crescent, Newnan • 770-304-7911
Ask about a free Canine heartworm test. Visit HelpSpayNeuter.org to schedule an appointment. Rain or shine. No checks accepted.
GEORGIA MASTER GARDENER OPEN GARDEN DAY
9 a.m.-1 p.m., Coweta County Fairgrounds, 275 Pine Road, Newnan • 770-254-2620
Join the Inspiration Garden team for Georgia Master Gardener Open Garden Days! Tour the garden, take in a softwood propagation and mixed planter demonstration, bring the kids for a scavenger hunt, and enjoy light refreshments and plant giveaways! Contact the UGA Coweta County Extension office at 770-254-2620 with any questions.
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.
CRUZIN’ COWETA CAR SHOW
9 a.m.-5 p.m., Coweta County Fairgrounds, 275 Pine Road, Newnan
Car Show at the Coweta County Fairgrounds with vintage rides, lifted trucks, motorcycles, delicious food, and family fun!
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.
SRC KICK-OFF PARTY
10 a.m.-Noon, Central Library, 85 Literary Lane, Newnan
10 a.m.-Noon, Grantville Branch, 100 Park Drive, Grantville
10 a.m.-Noon, Powell Branch, 25 Hospital Road, Newnan
11 a.m.-1 p.m., Senoia Branch, 148 Pylant Street, Senoia
Kick off a summer full of books, new experiences, exploration, adventure and escapades at the Coweta Public Library System’s biggest party of the year – the Summer Reading Challenge Kick-Off Party.
COWETA GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY OPEN HOUSE
10 a.m. – 4 p.m., Coweta County Genealogical Society, 8 Carmichael Street, Newnan • 770-253-9530
Come and see the awesome library and meet the wonderful CCGS volunteers.
WEST GEORGIA COIN SHOW
10 a.m.- 5 p.m., Carroll County Recreation Dept., 1201 Newnan Road, Carrollton
Free admission to this two-day event with over 100 tables. Buying, selling and free appraisals. Gold, silver, platinum, coins, bullion, paper money, tokens, exonumia, collectibles and more.
GEORGIA RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL
10:30 a.m. – 6 p.m., 6905 Virlyn B. Smith Road, Fairburn • 770-964-8575
The 39th season begins this weekend. Open rain or shine each Saturday and Sunday through June 2. For information on tickets, visit garenfest.com.
NTC CONSERVATORY SHOWCASE PERFORMANCE
8-10 p.m., Newnan Theatre Company, 24 1st Avenue, Newnan • 770-683-6282
Come enjoy an unforgettable evening of talent and creativity at the Newnan Theatre Company’s Acting Conservatory Showcase Performance! Members of the Conservatory will take the stage to perform scenes and monologues they’ve been diligently working on throughout the year. Best of all, admission is FREE! Don’t miss this opportunity to support NTC’s aspiring actors and witness their incredible growth.
SUNDAY, JUNE 2
GEORGIA RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL
10:30 a.m. – 6 p.m., 6905 Virlyn B. Smith Road, Fairburn • 770-964-8575
The 39th season begins this weekend. Open rain or shine each Saturday and Sunday through June 2. For information on tickets, visit garenfest.com.
AUDITIONS: TO THE MOON
7-9 p.m., Newnan Theatre Company, 24 1st Avenue, Newnan • 770-683-6282
Newnan Theatre Company will hold auditions for the first show of its 47th Season – and its first-ever World Debut – on Sunday, June 2, and Monday, June 3, with check-in beginning at 6:30 p.m. To The Moon is a fascinating trip through the 40-year history of the global race to reach space and put mankind on the moon. Get more details at: www.newnantheatre.org/auditions.
MONDAY, JUNE 3
FREE MOVIE MONDAY
10:30 a.m., Wadsworth Auditorium, 25 Jefferson Street, Newnan
Join the City of Newnan Leisures Services Department for a FREE Movie Monday featuring the Super Mario Brothers Movie. No sign up required. Come and enjoy a free movie and popcorn!
AUDITIONS: TO THE MOON
7-9 p.m., Newnan Theatre Company, 24 1st Avenue, Newnan • 770-683-6282
Newnan Theatre Company will hold auditions for the first show of its 47th Season – and its first-ever World Debut – on Sunday, June 2, and Monday, June 3, with check-in beginning at 6:30 p.m. To The Moon is a fascinating trip through the 40-year history of the global race to reach space and put mankind on the moon. Get more details at: www.newnantheatre.org/auditions.
