Weekend Things To Do: July 19-20-21
From Staff Reports
The heat certainly is on here in Coweta and surrounding counties with a full weekend events calendar and a typical mid-July weather forecast.
Events range from exercise to ice cream to shopping to rodeo beginning today (Friday). Exercise is Medicine kicks off the day at the Newnan Carnegie Library, followed by Ice Cream Cone Fridays at Monarch House Assisted Living, two new shopping events – Alive! After Five in downtown Senoia and Summer Cool Down in downtown Newnan – and the two-night Carrollton Stampede Rodeo.
On Saturday, a pair of Farmer’s Markets gets things started both in Newnan and LaGrange, the Low-Cost Vaccine Clinic and Kickin’ for Irvin both get going at 9 a.m., two events are set for the Chattahoochee Bend State Park (Scavenger Hunt and Make a Hiking Stick), Night Market Peachtree City begins at 6 p.m. and the local music scene is highlighted by a twinbill at The Fred Amphitheater with Spin Doctors and 10,000 Maniacs.
And on Sunday, the Artists and Makers Pop-Up Market returns to RPM Full Service, National Ice Cream Day is celebrated with live music and ice cream again at Monarch House, plus four excellent performances – “Matilda The Musical,” “The True Story of Pocahontas,” “Hair: The American Tribal Love Rock Musical,” and “Mama Don’t Fly” – are set at local theatrical venues.
For more events, check our Facebook page by clicking: https://www.facebook.com/pg/wintersmedia/events/.
Weather-wise, the summer afternoon showers and thunderstorms are always a possibility and this weekend, look out for high heat index values. The National Weather Service in Peachtree City says a 60 percent chance of those summer storms are in the forecast for Friday and Saturday, down to 30 percent Sunday. Heat Index values (what the air actually feels like combining temperature and humidity) are 97 degrees Friday and 98 Saturday.
Below is the day-to-day listing of events in the area. To have your event published, please email [email protected].
FRIDAY, JULY 19
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.
1-8 p.m.
Ice Cream Cone Fridays
At Monarch House Assisted Living. Did you know that July is National Ice Cream Month? Every Friday in July Monarch House wants to help you celebrate by stopping by for a free ice cream cone. If you have to grab and go, that is fine. But if you can sit a spell, you will enjoy great oldies on our Juke Box and good conversation with new and old friends. Hope you can stop by, get out of the heat and enjoy a refreshing ice cream cone on us!
Free Event
3 to 4 p.m.
678-552-9867 • 299 Bullsboro Drive, Newnan 30263
Summer Cool Down in Downtown Newnan
It might be hot outside, but there is no cooler place than downtown Newnan! Join the fun downtown on this summer evening as over 20 merchants will be open late with lots of cool summer treats, drinks, and deals!
Free
5-8 p.m.
Downtown Newnan
Downtown Senoia hosts Alive! After Five
It’s Kickoff Night for Alive! After Five.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
14th Annual Carrollton Stampede Rodeo
This two-night event features Bareback Riding, Saddle Bronc Riding, Bull Riding, Steer Wrestling, Team Roping, Cowgirl Barrel Racing and much more.
Gates Open: 6 p.m.
Rodeo Starts: 8 p.m.
770-854-6913 • Carrollton VFW Fairgrounds • 1625 Bankhead Hwy, Carrollton 30116
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 –”Matilda The Musical”
Tickets: $15 – $45
7:30 p.m.
404-895-1473 • 1175 Senoia Road, Suite C, Tyrone 30290
http://www.thelegacytheatre.org/
Serenbe Playhouse –”The True Story of Pocahontas”
Tickets: $18 – $25
11 a.m.
770-463-1110 • 8420 Atlanta-Newnan Road, Chattahoochee Hills 30268
serenbeplayhouse.com/pocahontas
Serenbe Playhouse –”Hair: The American Tribal Love Rock Musical”
Tickets: $45 – $60
8 p.m.
770-463-1110 • 10950 Hutchesons Ferry Road, Chattahoochee Hills 30268
serenbeplayhouse.com/hair
Southside Theatre Guild – “Mama Won’t Fly”
Tickets: $12 – $25
8 p.m.
770-969–0956 • 20 West Campbellton Street, Fairburn 30213
stgplays.com
LOCAL AND LIVE MUSIC
From Kris Youmans’ Music calendar each month in The Paper.
The Alamo – The 4-Ts
9 p.m. • 19 West Court Square, Newnan 30263
The Brickhouse – Tim Dugger
9 p.m. • 80 Newnan Station Drive, Newnan 30265
The Cellar/ The Bays – Josh Gilbert
9 p.m. • 20 Jefferson Street, Newnan 30263
Grazing Here – Two Broke Kings
9 p.m. • 2850 Highway 54, Peachtree City 30269
The Mad Mexican – Larry Mills
6 p.m. • 2 East Court Square, Newnan 30263
Mill Town Music Hall – Neal McCoy
7:30 p.m. • 1031 Alabama Avenue, Bremen 30110
SummerGrove Golf Club – Vicki Wyatt Band
7 p.m. • 335 SummerGrove Parkway, Newnan 30265
Vinylyte Records – Josh Purgason
8 p.m. • 28 South Court Square, Newnan 30263
SATURDAY, JULY 20
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 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
Low-Cost Vaccine Clinic
The H.E.L.P. Spay/Neuter Clinic of Newnan is hosting its April Vaccine Clinic. Patients are seen first come, first served. No appointment necessary. For Dogs: Rabies Vaccine, Distemper/Parvo (DHPP) Vaccine, Leptospirosis Vaccine, Kennel Cough Vaccine; Heartworm Test. For Cats: Rabies Vaccine, FELV Vaccine, Feline Upper Respiratory (FVRCP) Vaccine, FIV/FELV Combo Test. Microchips for Dogs and Cats only $25, includes registration!
9 – 10:45 a.m.
770-304-7911 • 12 The Crescent, Newnan
Kickin’ For Irvin
This event is to celebrate the life of Deputy Sheriff Edmond D. Irvin. Edmond’s 26th birthday is around the corner (July 29). Feel welcome to come out and have fun. We are inviting everyone to come play kickball with his friends and family. A registration fee applies but will include food, drinks & a ticket.
9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Hunter Recreation Complex, 2970 Highway 16 East, Sharpsburg 30277
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
Make A Hiking Stick
Join our naturalist at Chattahoochee Bend State Park to create your very own bamboo hiking stick with a paracord wrap.
$5 Per Person, Parking $5
1- 2 p.m.
770-254-7271 • 425 Bobwhite Way, 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.
Night Market PTC
Night Market Peachtree City is a monthly market open to the public and features music, entertainment, food and artists. This event was rescheduled from last Saturday due to inclement weather. The monthly event is held at Drake Field and intended for participants 21 and older and is an open container event. Golf cart commuting is recommended.
Free
6 – 11 p.m.
470-241-4412 • Drake Field, 155 Willowbend Road, Peachtree City 30269
nightmarketptc.com
14th Annual Carrollton Stampede Rodeo
This two-night event features Bareback Riding, Saddle Bronc Riding, Bull Riding, Steer Wrestling, Team Roping, Cowgirl Barrel Racing and much more.
Gates Open: 6 p.m.
Rodeo Starts: 8 p.m.
770-854-6913 • Carrollton VFW Fairgrounds • 1625 Bankhead Hwy, Carrollton 30116
LOCAL THEATRE
Weekly Play and Musical calendar.
Legacy Theatre –”Matilda The Musical”
Tickets: $15 – $45
3 p.m., 7:30 p.m.
404-895-1473 • 1175 Senoia Road, Suite C, Tyrone 30290
Serenbe Playhouse –”The True Story of Pocahontas”
Tickets: $18 – $25
11 a.m.
770-463-1110 • 8420 Atlanta-Newnan Road, Chattahoochee Hills 30268
Serenbe Playhouse –”Hair: The American Tribal Love Rock Musical”
Tickets: $45 – $60
8 p.m.
770-463-1110 • 10950 Hutchesons Ferry Road, Chattahoochee Hills 30268
Southside Theatre Guild – “Mama Won’t Fly”
Tickets: $12 – $25
3 p.m., 8 p.m.
770-969-0956 • 20 West Campbellton Street, Fairburn 30213
LOCAL AND LIVE MUSIC
From Kris Youmans’ Music calendar each month in The Paper.
The Alamo – Zumba 50th Birthday Party DJ Boots
9 p.m. • 19 West Court Square, Newnan 30263
The Amp – Mother’s Finest
7:30 p.m. • 119 Bradley Street, Carrollton 30117
The Cellar/ The Bays – J.T. Murphy / Adam Barley
2 p.m. / 9 p.m. • 20 Jefferson Street, Newnan 30263
The Fred Amphitheater – Spin Doctors / 10,000 Maniacs
8 p.m. • 201 McIntosh Trail, Peachtree City 30269
Grazing Here – Second Time Around
9 p.m. • 2850 Highway 54, Peachtree City 30269
SUNDAY, JULY 21
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.
1-8 p.m.
National Ice Cream Day at Monarch House
Celebrate at Monarch House with live music and ice cream. Call to reserve spot.
Free
2:30 – 4:30 p.m.
678-552-9897 • 299 Bullsboro Drive, Newnan 30263
LOCAL THEATRE
Weekly Play and Musical calendar.
Legacy Theatre –”Matilda The Musical”
Tickets: $15 – $45
3 p.m.
404-895-1473 • 1175 Senoia Road, Suite C, Tyrone 30290
Serenbe Playhouse –”The True Story of Pocahontas”
Tickets: $18 – $25
2 p.m.
770-463-1110 • 8420 Atlanta-Newnan Road, Chattahoochee Hills 30268
Serenbe Playhouse –”Hair: The American Tribal Love Rock Musical”
Tickets: $45 – $60
8 p.m.
770-463-1110 • 10950 Hutchesons Ferry Road, Chattahoochee Hills 30268
Southside Theatre Guild – “Mama Won’t Fly”
Tickets: $12 – $25
2:30 p.m.
770-969–0956 • 20 West Campbellton Street, Fairburn 30213
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
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 30263
