Weekend Guide: December 20-21-22
From Staff Reports
As most would imagine, the closer to Christmas the fewer events are scheduled. And that’s the case this December weekend here in Coweta County.
The long-standing events/services such as the Chattahoochee Bend State Park Scavenger Hunt, Dog and Cat Adoptions, Newnan Trolley, LaGrange Carriage Rides, Fantasy In Lights, and Sweetland on Ice are scheduled for the entire weekend.
Highlights from the upcoming weekend include Senoia’s Alive After Five on Friday, an Afternoon with an Author or Two and Newnan Unplugged on Sunday.
There are also three stage productions to choose from – Narnia, Sanders Family Christmas and The Nutcracker – and the live and local music scene.
For more events, check our Facebook page by clicking: https://www.facebook.com/pg/wintersmedia/events/.
Weather-wise, Friday appears to be the best of the three-day weekend with mostly sunny skies and a high of 52 degrees. On Saturday and Sunday, expect rain to move into the area with highs near 50.
Below is the day-to-day listing of events in the area. To have your event published, please email [email protected].
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 20
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 30263
Newnan Trolley Service
This free service is offered to take riders from downtown Newnan to Ashley Park. Runs Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Pickup locations at City Hall, the Governor Ellis Arnall Parking Lot on Madison Street, and Ashley Park at Dillard’s (West Entrance) and Regal Cinemas. The first pickup is at 1 p.m. at City Hall with the last full route starting at 7 p.m.
Free Admission
1-8 p.m.
Senoia hosts Alive After Five
It’s Alive! After Five as the shops of Senoia will stay open until at least 8 p.m. to accommodate shoppers, and will offer specials in their shop.This event will be held every month on the 3rd Friday.
Free Event
5-8 p.m.
Downtown Senoia 30276
Holiday Carriage Rides in Downtown LaGrange
Enjoy a horse-drawn carriage ride through the streets of downtown LaGrange. Rides start at the corner of South LaFayette Square and Bull Street, next to the Chamber Plaza. Rides are free to the public. Tipping is encouraged ($5-$10 suggested). Weather permitting, rides will be cancelled in event of rain, sleet, icy pavement or extreme cold temperatures.
Free Event
5-9 p.m.
Downtown LaGrange 30240
Sweetland On Ice
Sweetland On Ice features a 5,500 square foot covered outdoor ice rink, skating helpers for beginners, seated area with fire pits, and tasty snacks from our concession area. Daniel Holloway returns as the Sweetland On Ice concessionaire for the season alongside Harvest Coffee & Bakery serving up all of your favorite treats!
$12 for entry & skate rental
5 – 9 p.m.
110 Smith Street, LaGrange 30240
Fantasy in Lights at Callaway Gardens
8 million lights, 15 dazzling scenes and 1 magical getaway. Christmas at Callaway Gardens featuring Fantasy In Lights, in Pine Mountain is not only the South’s most spectacular holiday light and sound show, it is one of the world’s “Top 10 Places to See Holiday Lights,” as named by National Geographic Traveler. Fantasy in Lights runs through Saturday, Jan. 4. Visitors can ride the trolley through the Lights or drive our automobile through.
Admission Prices vary. Call 844-512-3826 for info.
Trolley run 6 – 9 p.m.
Drive-through 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Callaway Resort & Gardens, 17800 Hwy. 27, Pine Mountain 31822
Strange LaGrange: Ghosts, Legends, & Spirited History – A Walking Tour
Join Troup County Historical Society Docent and Southern Spirit Guide, Lewis Powell, for a ghostly tour of downtown LaGrange to hear about the spirited history of Troup County and those who call it home. Tours will depart from the Legacy Museum on Main, rain or shine, and move through the downtown area. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes, bring a water bottle, and an umbrella if the weather calls for rain!
7 p.m.
136 Main Street, LaGrange 30240
LOCAL THEATRE
Weekly Play and Musical calendar.
Legacy Theatre – Sanders Family Christmas
Tickets: $40 Adults / $35 Seniors & Students / $15 Children 12 & under
8 p.m.
404-895-1473 •1175 Senoia Road, Suite C, Tyrone 30290
Serenbe Playhouse – Narnia
Tickets: TBA
5 p.m. / 7 p.m.
770-463-1110 • 9110 Selborne Lane, Suite 210, Chattahoochee Hills 30268
Wadsworth Auditorium – The Nutcracker, presented by Southern Arc Dance Center
Tickets: $20 (purchase at dancestudio-pro.com)
7:30 p.m.
770-683-3724 • 25 Jefferson Street, Newnan 30263
LOCAL AND LIVE MUSIC
From Kris Youmans’ Music calendar each month in The Paper.
Alamo – The Vinyl Birds (formerly The Gypsies)
9:30 p.m. • 19 West Court Square, Newnan 30263
The Brickhouse – Pygmies
9 p.m. • 80 Newnan Station Drive, Newnan 30265
The Cellar/ The Bays – Capo 3
8 p.m. • 20 Jefferson Street, Newnan 30263
Georgia Shrimp Company – Live Band Karaoke featuring The Swinging Sofas
9 p.m. • 100 North Peachtree Parkway, Peachtree City 30269
Grazing Here – Two Broke Kings
9 p.m. • 2850 Highway 54, Peachtree City 30269
Line Creek Brewing Company – Matt Moskal
6 p.m. • 150 Huddleston Road, Peachtree City 30269
The Mad Mexican – Sawdust
6 p.m. • 2 East Court Square, Newnan 30263
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 21
Eye-Spy Scavenger Hunt at The Bend
Bring your camera and take a look around Chattahoochee Bend State Park for the items on our scavenger hunt list Saturdays in May. Take a picture with each item on our list and bring your completed list and pictures to the office to claim your prize. Event is free to everyone. Stop by the visitor center to pick up your scavenger hunt checkoff list!
Parking $5
8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
770-254-7271 • 425 Bob White Way, Newnan 30263
Sweetland On Ice
Sweetland On Ice features a 5,500 square foot covered outdoor ice rink, skating helpers for beginners, seated area with fire pits, and tasty snacks from our concession area. Daniel Holloway returns as the Sweetland On Ice concessionaire for the season alongside Harvest Coffee & Bakery serving up all of your favorite treats!
$12 for entry & skate rental
Noon – 9 p.m.
110 Smith Street, LaGrange 30240
Dog Adoptions at PTC’s Pet Smart
Come down and see some of the amazing pups Coco’s Cupboard has available for adoption at the Peachtree City Pet Smart.
Noon – 4 p.m.
2701 Hwy. 54, Peachtree City 30269
Cat Adoptions at PTC’s Petco
Come check out the Kitty Krewe from Coco’s Cupboard every Saturday at Peachtree City’s Petco.
Noon – 4 p.m.
1243 North Peachtree Parkway, Peachtree City 30269
Newnan Trolley Service
This free service is offered to take riders from downtown Newnan to Ashley Park. Runs Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Pickup locations at City Hall, the Governor Ellis Arnall Parking Lot on Madison Street, and Ashley Park at Dillard’s (West Entrance) and Regal Cinemas. The first pickup is at 1 p.m. at City Hall with the last full route starting at 7 p.m.
Free Admission
1-8 p.m.
Holiday Carriage Rides in Downtown LaGrange
Enjoy a horse-drawn carriage ride through the streets of downtown LaGrange. Rides start at the corner of South LaFayette Square and Bull Street, next to the Chamber Plaza. Rides are free to the public. Tipping is encouraged ($5-$10 suggested). Weather permitting, rides will be cancelled in event of rain, sleet, icy pavement or extreme cold temperatures.
Free Event
1-4:30 p.m.
Downtown LaGrange 30240
Fantasy in Lights at Callaway Gardens
8 million lights, 15 dazzling scenes and 1 magical getaway. Christmas at Callaway Gardens featuring Fantasy In Lights, in Pine Mountain is not only the South’s most spectacular holiday light and sound show, it is one of the world’s “Top 10 Places to See Holiday Lights,” as named by National Geographic Traveler. Fantasy in Lights runs through Saturday, Jan. 4. Visitors can ride the trolley through the Lights or drive our automobile through.
Admission Prices vary. Call 844-512-3826 for info.
Trolley run 6 – 9 p.m.
Drive-through 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Callaway Resort & Gardens, 17800 Hwy. 27, Pine Mountain 31822
LOCAL THEATRE
Weekly Play and Musical calendar.
Legacy Theatre – Sanders Family Christmas
Tickets: $40 Adults / $35 Seniors & Students / $15 Children 12 & under
3 and 8 p.m.
404-895-1473 •1175 Senoia Road, Suite C, Tyrone 30290
Serenbe Playhouse – Narnia
Tickets: TBA
2 p.m. / 5 p.m. / 7 p.m.
770-463-1110 • 9110 Selborne Lane, Suite 210, Chattahoochee Hills 30268
Wadsworth Auditorium – The Nutcracker, presented by Southern Arc Dance Center
Tickets: $20
5:30 p.m.
770-683-3724 • 25 Jefferson Street, Newnan 30263
LOCAL AND LIVE MUSIC
From Kris Youmans’ Music calendar each month in The Paper.
The Alamo – Sweet Bay
8:30 p.m. • 19 West Court Square, Newnan 30263
The Brickhouse – Ugly Christmas Sweater Party with DJ Sun
7 p.m. • 80 Newnan Station Drive, Newnan 30265
The Cellar/ The Bays – Wyatt Edmondson
8 p.m. • 20 Jefferson Street, Newnan 30263
Fat Boys Bar & Grill – Christmas Ugly Sweater Party with DJ
9 p.m. • 485 Hwy. 16 West, Newnan 30263
Grazing Here – Second Time Around
9 p.m. • 2850 Highway 54, Peachtree City 30269
Line Creek Brewing Company – Matt Moskal / Matt Lyons Band
4 p.m. / 7 p.m. • 150 Huddleston Road, Peachtree City 30269
The Mad Mexican – Stella Weaver
8 p.m. • 2 East Court Square, Newnan 30263
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 22
Sweetland On Ice
Sweetland On Ice features a 5,500 square foot covered outdoor ice rink, skating helpers for beginners, seated area with fire pits, and tasty snacks from our concession area. Daniel Holloway returns as the Sweetland On Ice concessionaire for the season alongside Harvest Coffee & Bakery serving up all of your favorite treats!
$12 for entry & skate rental
Noon – 9 p.m.
110 Smith Street, LaGrange 30240
Newnan Trolley Service
This free service is offered to take riders from downtown Newnan to Ashley Park. Runs Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Pickup locations at City Hall, the Governor Ellis Arnall Parking Lot on Madison Street, and Ashley Park at Dillard’s (West Entrance) and Regal Cinemas. The first pickup is at 1 p.m. at City Hall with the last full route starting at 7 p.m.
Free Admission
1-8 p.m.
Holiday Carriage Rides in Downtown LaGrange
Enjoy a horse-drawn carriage ride through the streets of downtown LaGrange. Rides start at the corner of South LaFayette Square and Bull Street, next to the Chamber Plaza. Rides are free to the public. Tipping is encouraged ($5-$10 suggested). Weather permitting, rides will be cancelled in event of rain, sleet, icy pavement or extreme cold temperatures.
Free Event
1-4:30 p.m.
Downtown LaGrange 30240
An Afternoon With An Author Or Two
Takes place at Monarch House Assisted Living. Join T. M. Brown as he welcomes special guest authors Mike Nemeth and Holly Moulder to share information about themselves and their books with the residents, family members and guests.
Free Event
2-3:30 p.m.
299 Bullsboro Drive, Newnan 30263
Fantasy in Lights at Callaway Gardens
8 million lights, 15 dazzling scenes and 1 magical getaway. Christmas at Callaway Gardens featuring Fantasy In Lights, in Pine Mountain is not only the South’s most spectacular holiday light and sound show, it is one of the world’s “Top 10 Places to See Holiday Lights,” as named by National Geographic Traveler. Fantasy in Lights runs through Saturday, Jan. 4. Visitors can ride the trolley through the Lights or drive our automobile through.
Admission Prices vary. Call 844-512-3826 for info.
Trolley run 6 – 9 p.m.
Drive-through 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Callaway Resort & Gardens, 17800 Hwy. 27, Pine Mountain 31822
LOCAL THEATRE
Weekly Play and Musical calendar.
Legacy Theatre – Sanders Family Christmas
Tickets: $40 Adults / $35 Seniors & Students / $15 Children 12 & under
3 p.m.
404-895-1473 •1175 Senoia Road, Suite C, Tyrone 30290
Serenbe Playhouse – Narnia
Tickets: TBA
2 p.m. / 5 p.m. / 7 p.m.
770-463-1110 • 9110 Selborne Lane, Suite 210, Chattahoochee Hills 30268
LOCAL AND LIVE MUSIC
From Kris Youmans’ Music calendar each month in The Paper.
Vinylyte Records – Newnan Unplugged with Stoney Dennis, Mary Claire Martin, Jimmy Bass and the Kris Youmans Band
5 p.m. • 28 South Court Square, Newnan 30263
