Weekend Things To Do: August 16-17-18
From Staff Reports
The Weekend Calendar for Coweta County and surrounding area is loaded with plenty of things to do for the entire family.
Highlighting the Friday events is the second Alive! After Five event in downtown Senoia as shops will stay open until 8 p.m.
Saturday’s headlining activities start with Piedmont Healthcare’s Walk With A Doc in Peachtree City, then there’s the 25th Annual Turin Tractor Pull, the Frocks & Rocks Fashion Show takes place at the Newnan Centre, and the 6th Annual Beer, Bourbon and Wine Tasting Fundraiser is set for the Historic Train Depot in downtown Newnan.
And on Sunday, it’s the Artists and Makers Pop Up Market at RPM Full Service just off the Square in downtown Newnan.
Three theatrical shows are on the calendar – Arsenic and Old Lace (Newnan Theatre Company), The Jungle Book, and Hair: The American Tribal Love Rock Musical (both at the Serenbe Playhouse).
Don’t forget to check out the live music at the various local venues. On the bigger stages Saturday evening, Chris Botti performs at The Fred in Peachtree City and Purple Madness takes the stage at Southern Ground Amphitheater in Fayetteville.
For more events, check our Facebook page by clicking: https://www.facebook.com/pg/wintersmedia/events/.
Weather-wise, it will be a hot weekend as high temperatures will be in the low-to-mid 90s and Saturday’s Heat Index Value should be near 98 degrees. Rain chances appear in the forecast only on Sunday and that’s at 30 percent.
Below is the day-to-day listing of events in the area. To have your event published, please email [email protected].
FRIDAY, AUGUST 16
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
https://www.newnancarnegie.com
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
1-8 p.m.
Downtown 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
5-8 p.m.
Downtown Senoia 30276
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.
Newnan Theatre Company – “Arsenic and Old Lace”
Tickets: $10-$20
8 p.m.
24 1st Avenue, Newnan 30263
newnantheatre.org
Serenbe Playhouse –”Hair: The American Tribal Love Rock Musical”
Tickets: $45 – $60
8 p.m.
10950 Hutchesons Ferry Road, Chattahoochee Hills 30268
serenbeplayhouse.com/hair
LOCAL AND LIVE MUSIC
From Kris Youmans’ Music calendar each month in The Paper.
The Alamo – II Tone Def with Special Guest Jus Clae
9 p.m. • 19 West Court Square, Newnan 30263
The Brickhouse – Fransisco Vidal / A Night with DJ Sun
10 p.m. • 80 Newnan Station Drive, Newnan 30265
The Cellar/ The Bays – Josh Gilbert
9 p.m. • 20 Jefferson Street, Newnan 30263
Grazing Here – Hunter Callahan
9 p.m. • 2850 Highway 54, Peachtree City 30269
The Mad Mexican – Charlie Hudgins
6 p.m. • 2 East Court Square, Newnan 30263
SummerGrove Golf Club – Off Ramp
7 p.m. • 335 SummerGrove Parkway, Newnan 30265
SATURDAY, AUGUST 17
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!
$5 Parking
8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
770-254-7271 • 425 Bobwhite Way, Newnan 30263
Market on Main
In downtown LaGrange. Held at Flag Pole Park at the corner of Main Street and LaFayette Parkway. Plenty of free parking next to LaGrange Art Museum. Vendors are set up in the shade along Main Street in front of 86’d, YAMA and Plum Southern, and Flag Pole Park.
8 – 11 a.m.
Main Street & LaFayette Parkway, LaGrange 30240
Walk With A Doc
Hosted by Piedmont Healthcare at the Peachtree City Farmer’s Market. Cardiologist Bukola Olubi, M.D. will discuss what you can do to keep your heart healthy. Walkers will also learn about the free programming from The Women’s Heart Support Network. Register for this free event at piedmont.org/walkwithadoc.
8:15 – 11:15 a.m.
215 Northlake Drive, Peachtree City 30269
Kids and Teens Used Book Sale
Come one, come all to the Peachtree City Library’s Annual Children’s Used Book Sale. Books for sale will include Childrens, Teens, and Parenting Books. Most books will be priced at $1 or less. Only cash or checks will be accepted. The book sale benefits the Peachtree City Library’s children’s Summer Reading Program. The book sale will be held in the Story Time Area of the Children’s Department.
9 a.m. – Noon
201 Willowbend Road, Peachtree City 30269
Coweta County Farmers Market
Come and join this exciting Farmers Market! This is the true definition of Farm to Fork! Fresh! We have much to offer for the entire family! Our numerous vendors will be selling deliciously fresh veggies, bread, jellies, honey, and so much more! There will be freebies and giveaways! This is not an event you wanna miss! Remember, “You are what You eat!!”
9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Asa M. Powell Expo Center, 161 Temple Avenue, Newnan 30263
25th Annual Turin Antique Farm Power Show and Tractor Pull
This event is sponsored by the Coweta County Farm Bureau and takes place just off Hwy. 16 in Turin beginning with a Parade. Other activities include a Slow Race, Kids Pedal Race and Tractor Pull.
Parade: 10 a.m.
Highway 16, Turin 30289
National Honey Bee Day
Join our naturalist at Chattahoochee Bend State Park to learn all about honey bees and plants that attract them! Meet at visitor center porch.
Parking $5
1- 2 p.m.
770-254-7271 • 425 Bobwhite Way, Newnan 30263
Frocks & Rocks Fashion Show
An exclusive ladies’ event benefiting The Bloom Closet, a free clothing boutique for foster children in Georgia. A fun-filled afternoon of fabulous fall fashion, shopping, scrumptious hors d’oeuvres, and dessert! A fashion show and exclusive “Take Home the Runway” live accessory auction hosted by Stephen Walker, a Jewelry Bar where guests can shop statement necklaces and more starting at $10, and a “Best of Beauty” raffle table with spa baskets, make-up, and more!
1-4 p.m.
Newnan Centre • 1515 Lower Fayetteville Road, Newnan 30263
bloomyouth.org/frocks-rocks
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
1-8 p.m.
Beer, Bourbon and Wine Tasting
The 6th Annual Beer, Bourbon and Wine Tasting featuring Wines, Whiskeys and Beers from Around the World. The proceeds from the event benefit the Newnan-Coweta and Howard Warner Boys and Girls Clubs. Takes place at the Newnan Historical Train Depot.
6 to 9:30 p.m.
60 East Broad Street, Newnan 30263
LOCAL THEATRE
Weekly Play and Musical calendar.
Serenbe Playhouse –”The Jungle Book”
Tickets: $18-$25
11 a.m.
8420 Atlanta Newnan Road, Chattahoochee Hills 30268
serenbeplayhouse.com/junglebook
Newnan Theatre Company – “Arsenic and Old Lace”
Tickets: $10-$20
8 p.m.
24 1st Avenue, Newnan 30263
Serenbe Playhouse –”Hair: The American Tribal Love Rock Musical”
Tickets: $45 – $60
8 p.m.
10950 Hutchesons Ferry Road, Chattahoochee Hills 30268
LOCAL AND LIVE MUSIC
From Kris Youmans’ Music calendar each month in The Paper.
The Alamo – Sweetbay
8:30 p.m. • 19 West Court Square, Newnan 30263
The Brickhouse – Thomas Tillman Band
9 p.m. • 80 Newnan Station Drive, Newnan 30265
The Cellar/ The Bays – 3rd Degree
2 p.m. • 20 Jefferson Street, Newnan 30263
The Fred Amphitheater – An Evening with Chris Botti
8 p.m. • 201 McIntosh Trail, Peachtree City 30269
Grazing Here – One Hit Wonderland
9 p.m. • 2850 Highway 54, Peachtree City 30269
The Mad Mexican – Larry Mills
6 p.m. • 2 East Court Square, Newnan 30263
Southern Ground Amphitheater – Purple Madness
8 p.m. • 301 Lafayette Avenue, Fayetteville 30214
SUNDAY, AUGUST 18
Artists and Makers Pop Up Market
Hosted by RPM Full Service in downtown Newnan. Local artists bringing out their best craft to show you and your friends! Live demos from metal workers and a wood turner. Family and dog friendly. RPM will be serving up awesome food and drink on the patio while you get to enjoy the spectacle of makers showing you how they make. Live music!
Free
12:30 – 6 p.m.
770-683-1414 • 15 Jackson Street, 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
1-8 p.m.
LOCAL THEATRE
Weekly Play and Musical calendar.
Serenbe Playhouse –”The Jungle Book”
Tickets: $18-$25
2 p.m.
8420 Atlanta Newnan Road, Chattahoochee Hills 30268
Newnan Theatre Company – “Arsenic and Old Lace”
Tickets: $10-$20
3 p.m.
24 1st Avenue, Newnan 30263
Serenbe Playhouse – “Hair: The American Tribal Love Rock Musical”
Tickets: $45 – $60
8 p.m.
10950 Hutchesons Ferry Road, Chattahoochee Hills 30268
LOCAL AND LIVE MUSIC
From Kris Youmans’ Music calendar each month in The Paper.
Fat Boys – Josh Rodgers
3 p.m. • 485 Highway 16 West, Newnan 30263
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Photo Credit: Turin Antique Tractor Association Facebook Page.
