Weekend Things To Do: March 29-30-31
From Staff Reports
The events are not as plentiful this weekend, the last one prior to Spring Break here in Coweta County.
On Friday evening, the Spring Art Walk kicks off the 2019 Downtown Newnan Calendar of Events from 5-9 p.m.
The Keep Coweta Healthy event highlights Saturday’s activities and takes place at Northgate High School.
And on Sunday, former collegiate head football coach and NFL player Bill Curry speaks at the Senoia United Methodist Church.
The weather will be warm on Friday and Saturday with highs in the mid-70s. On Sunday, a 50 percent rain chance and a mostly cloudy sky is in the forecast with cooler temperatures. The high will only be 62.
Below is the day-to-day listing of events in the area. To have your event published, please email [email protected].
FRIDAY, MARCH 29
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
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 near DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse.
1-8 p.m.
Spring Art Walk
The Spring Art Walk officially kicks off the calendar of events for 2019 in downtown Newnan. The Art Walk Event is a free event and a celebration of local art. Come see art come to life on downtown’s sidewalks! During the Art Walk, businesses extend their hours to host storefront exhibits and demonstrations curated by a variety of Newnan’s finest artists. Some of our local businesses will serve complimentary tastings and hors d’oeuvres and have specials and promotions throughout the night. Visitors can expect to stroll through over 35 locations and see the work of at least 50 artists, and you will find a wide variety of art styles and mediums, including oil on canvas, chalk art, engraving, pottery, photography, jewelry making, fiber arts, performing arts and acrylics. The downtown streets and sidewalks are sure to be filled with unexpected talent and delightful entertainment! There is no fee for admission to this event. And this event is an approved open container event.
5-9 p.m.
Downtown Newnan
Local and Live Music
From Kris Youmans’ Music calendar each month in The Paper.
The Alamo – Downtown Newnan Spring Artwalk After Party w/ DJ Erok, 9 p.m. • 19 West Court Street, Newnan
The Brickhouse – 85 South, 10 p.m. • 80 Newnan Station, Newnan
The Cellar/The Bays – Matt Lyons Band, 9 p.m. • 20B Jefferson Street, Newnan
Grazing Here – Good Time Charlie, 9 p.m. • 2850 Highway 54, Peachtree City
SummerGrove Golf Club – Matt Moskal, 7 p.m. • 335 SummerGrove Parkway, Newnan
SATURDAY, MARCH 30
Eye-Spy Camera Scavenger Hunt at The Bend
New Eye-Spy Camera Scavenger Hunt at the Chattahoochee Bend State Park. Bring your camera and take a look around our park for the items on our scavenger hunt list. Take a picture with each item on our list and bring your completed list and pictures to the office to claim your prize. Stop by the visitor center to pick up your scavenger hunt checkoff list. Event is free.
8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
$5 parking
770-254-7271 • 425 Bobwhite Way, Newnan
Keep Coweta Healthy Community Event
Find out what doctors, camps, sports, classes and health services are offered in our community! Silent Auction. Held at the New Gym at Northgate High School.
9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
3220 Fischer Road, Newnan
Science Saturday
Join the Peachtree City Library for Science Saturdays, where we explore science through crafts. For grades 1-5. During this program we will be constructing a model boat made out of trash and/or recycled materials. This program is free and open to the public. Space is limited, registration required.
10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
770-631-2520 • 201 Willowbend Road, Peachtree City
Fish Fry and Yard Sale
Hosted by Purified Living Ministries.
11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Franklin Highway Flea Market, Newnan
Shamrock Archery at The Bend
Join our Naturalist for archery in the park. Ages 10-pluls, MUST pre-register for this event. Meet at field near day use bathrooms.
1 to 3 p.m.
$12 per person plus $5 parking
770-254-7271 • 425 Bobwhite Way, Newnan
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 near DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse.
1-8 p.m.
Local and Live Music
From Kris Youmans’ Music calendar each month in The Paper.
Abide Brewing Company – Lerogie, 1 p.m. • 110 Werz Industrial Boulevard, Newnan
The Alamo – Anthony Crane, 9 p.m. • 19 West Court Square, Newnan
Grazing Here – Two Broke Kings, 9 p.m. • 2850 Highway 54, Peachtree City
The Great Southern Pub – Josias, 8 p.m. • 100 East Main Street, Hogansville
The Mad Mexican – Lerogie, 6 p.m. • 2 East Court Square
SUNDAY, MARCH 31
Friends and Family Day at Providence Baptist Church
The annual Family and Friends Day Celebration will be held Sunday, March 31 at Providence Baptist Church. Dr. Melvin D. Brittian, Jr., pastor at Providence, will deliver the message for the Family and Friends Day Celebration. Dinner will be served in the fellowship hall immediately following the service. Ms. Patsy Powell and Ms. Jameika Powell are chairpersons for the Family and Friends Day Celebration.
10 a.m.
Summers-McKoy Road, Newnan
Friends and Family Day at Westside Church of Christ
The Westside Church of Christ celebrate their Friends and Family Day. Worship Services: Minister Anthony Hixson and a delectable meal will be served after our morning worship service. All are welcome.
10:30 a.m.
197 Westside School Road, Newnan
Former Collegiate Coach Bill Curry to speak
Former collegiate head coach, television analyst and professional football player Bill Curry will speak at the Senoia United Methodist Church. Curry will speak during the morning worship hour which begins at 11 a.m. The public is invited to attend. He has spent his entire life as a leader and communicator. His NFL career included two Super Bowl titles and a stint as the President of the NFL Players Association. He later served as head coach for Georgia Tech (’80-’86); the University of Alabama (’87-’89); the University of Kentucky (’90-’96); and Georgia State University (’08-’12). From 1997 to 2008, Bill came into millions of homes each Saturday as a college football analyst for ESPN.
11 a.m.
770-599-3245 • 229 Bridge Street, Senoia
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 near DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse.
1-8 p.m.
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
