The PAPER December 2022

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December 1-4, 8-11, THURSDAYS

- SUNDAYS

■ NTC’s It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play This beloved American holiday classic comes to captivating life as a live 1940s radio broadcast. The story of idealistic George Bailey unfolds as he considers ending his life one fateful Christmas Eve. newnantheatre.org

December 1, THURSDAY

■ Photos with Santa at Lee-Goodrum Pharmacy 5 to 7 pm. $5 Santa pictures. No reservations. Pets welcome. 40 Hospital Road, Newnan

December 2, FRIDAY

■ Stories from the North Pole at The Carnegie Join Santa from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. as he tells stories about the holidays and the North Pole. Photos will follow the program. All ages welcome. Space is limited. Registration is required. eventbrite.com 1 LaGrange St. newnancarnegie.com

■ Newnan Christmas Tour of Homes

The 2022 tour will feature homes and museums* located in the College-Temple and Featherston Heights neighborhoods of Newnan. *NCHS’ McRitchie-Hollis Museum is part of the Tour of Homes, a benefit organized by/for Newnan Presbyterian School. Check-in, will call and walk up tickets all at the museum. Enjoy music and light refreshments before heading out to visit all the other homes. 4 to 9 p.m. This tour is organized by and to benefit Newnan Presbyterian School newnantourofhomes.com newnanps.org

■ Ashley Park’s Very Merry Holiday Extravaganza 4 to 8 p.m. at the Dillard’s Roundabout for a new holiday event

• Santa’s arrival at the workshop / to book your Santa session visit http://www.puregrin.com/santa-visits

• Annual Tree Lighting with Mayor Keith Brady

• Kickoff of our NEW Tree Lightshow

• Performances by local talent

• Visits from Mickey, Minnie, & Frozen Friends

• Holiday Night Market

• Toy + Wrapping Paper Collection for BTG Christmas in Coweta

December 3, SATURDAY

■ Keep Newnan Beautiful Paper Shredding 8 a.m. to noon. If you have a lot of paper work that needs to get shredded, stop by the Newnan City Hall parking lot. First 3 bags/boxes are free for Coweta county residents after that it is $3 per bag or box. Current driver’s license is required for address verification. 25 LaGrange St.

■ Low-Cost Vaccine Clinic w/Help Spay Neuter Clinic 8:30 a.m. www.HelpSpayNeuter.org

■ Senoia Farmers Market 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 40 Travis St. Produce, vendors and artisans. EVERY Saturday.

■ Main Street Newnan Market Day last Market Day of 2022 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. / First Saturdays. mainstreetnewnan.com

■ Christmas at Madras Visit Madras Community Center from 10 to 11:30 a.m. for a Special Event with Santa and Mrs. Claus! Kid’s activities will take place in the banquet room. Donuts and drinks will be provided for each registered child, and other refreshments will be available for up to 3 guests (parents/siblings). Each registered child will have an opportunity to speak with and take a photo with Santa Claus! 2355 US-29, Newnan secure.rec1.com/GA/coweta-county-ga/catalog

■ CruisIn’ To Christmas Toy Drive & Classic Car Show Ashley Park from 2 to 7 p.m. Show up, show support for Bridging the Gap and bring an unwrapped gift for a child ages infant to 18 years old. Raffles, Santa Claus. Car show open to vehicles 1985 and earlier. Top 20 awards and more. Raffle prizes, 50/50 Raffle. Show registration and admission is FREE. Contact info 770.376.0653, cruisintochristmas@gmail.com. 354 Newnan Crossing Bypass Newnan

■ Light Up Senoia 4 p.m. Annual Light Up Senoia Parade & Festival! Bands, music, dance teams, floats, Senoia Stepettes, Lighting of the Christmas Tree, Santa, Kids Activities, sweet treats and more. enjoysenoia.com

Dec. 3, 11 & 17, SATURDAYS & SUNDAY

■ Christmas Caroling at The Avenue Peachtree City Get in the Christmas spirit listening to the Atlanta Carolers as they stroll The Avenue this holiday season!

• Saturday, December 3, 11 a.m. to 2p.m.

• Sunday, December 11, 2 to 5 p.m.

• Saturday, December 17, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. avenuepeachtreecity.com

December 4 , SUNDAY

■ Cookies with Santa at McRitchie-Hollis Museum Newnan Coweta Historical Society (NCHS) is pleased to announce “Cookies with Santa,” Sunday, Dec. 4, 1 to 3:30 p.m. at the McRitchie-Hollis Museum, 74 Jackson St.. Take photos with Santa and enjoy refreshments. Free event. Info 770.251.0207.

■ One Christmas Night in Memphis at The Nixon Centre 3 p.m. Critically acclaimed tribute to legendary Sun Records recording artists Carl Perkins, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Elvis Presley. Over 90 minutes of authentic rockabilly, country, gospel, and 1950s Rock and Roll. Tickets $20 adult; $15 senior / student; $5 CCSS employee. For info visit thenixoncentre.net, 770.254.ARTS, 1523 Lower Fayetteville Rd., Newnan

■ BTG Glow Run Ashley Park. 1 Mile Fun Run with Santa at 6 p.m.; 5K Run / Walk at 6:30 p.m. Register www.btgglowrun.com

Dec. 4, 10 & 18, SUNDAYS & SATURDAY

■ Selfies at The Avenue Peachtree City

Guests can take selfies with their favorite holiday characters as they stroll the Avenue on the following dates from 1 – 3 p.m.:

• Sunday, December 4: Nutcracker & Elf on the Shelf (Girl)

• Saturday, December 10: Christmas Micky & Minnie Mouse

• Sunday, December 18: The Grinch & Cindy Lou Who avenuepeachtreecity.com

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Notes from Jackson Street

The birth of Jesus Luke 2:1-20 NLT

2 At that time the Roman emperor, Augustus, decreed that a census should be taken throughout the Roman Empire. 2 (This was the first census taken when Quirinius was governor of Syria.)

3 All returned to their own ancestral towns to register for this census. 4 And because Joseph was a descendant of King David, he had to go to Bethlehem in Judea, David’s ancient home. He traveled there from the village of Nazareth in Galilee. 5 He took with him Mary, to whom he was engaged, who was now expecting a child.

6 And while they were there, the time came for her baby to be born. 7 She gave birth to her firstborn son. She wrapped him snugly in strips of cloth and laid him in a manger, because there was no lodging available for them.

The Shepherds and Angels

8 That night there were shepherds staying in the fields nearby, guarding their flocks of sheep.

9 Suddenly, an angel of the Lord appeared among them, and the radiance of the Lord’s glory surrounded them. They were terrified, 10 but the angel reassured them. “Don’t be afraid!” he said. “I bring you good news that will bring great joy to all people. 11 The Savior—yes, the Messiah, the Lord—has been born today in Bethlehem, the city of David! 12 And you will recognize him by this sign: You will find a baby wrapped snugly in strips of cloth, lying in a manger.”

13 Suddenly, the angel was joined by a vast host of others—the armies of heaven—praising God and saying,

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“Glory to God in highest heaven, and peace on earth to those with whom God is pleased.”

15 When the angels had returned to heaven, the shepherds said to each other, “Let’s go to Bethlehem! Let’s see this thing that has happened, which the Lord has told us about.”

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16 They hurried to the village and found Mary and Joseph. And there was the baby, lying in the manger. 17 After seeing him, the shepherds told everyone what had happened and what the angel had said to them about this child. 18 All who heard the shepherds’ story were astonished, 19 but Mary kept all these things in her heart and thought about them often. 20 The shepherds went back to their flocks, glorifying and praising God for all they had heard and seen. It was just as the angel had told them.

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Mr. Personality Newnan’s Goodwill Ambassador

December, the month for Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, the first day of winter and of course Christmas Day.

To have a greater understanding of Pearl Harbor during WWII and the hell our brave military heroes had to face, read the book titled “Killing the Rising Sun,” by Bill O’Reilly and Martin Dugard.

Let us embrace the first day of winter without fearful expectations and be open-minded to what this winter may bring, such as a renewed bountiful spring in all its glory, bursting forth in bright colors, blooms overflowing with bees and butterflies.

Christmas Day is of course intended to worship Christ Jesus, a season of love and joy to be shared with family and friends.

Remember, Christ Jesus is to come before thoughts of gifts as Christ Jesus is the one true gift.

We have a new amazing store on 13 West Washington Street where The Hug Box used to be. Words fail me to express this store overflowing with such amazing shining and sparkling treasures everywhere you turn. It is called “Junk Starlet,” the owner is Jessica and is a sparkling treasure in and of herself. Tell her Mr Personality sent you.

Slowing down since COVID 19, the Courthouse Square is making a comeback slowly and surely. Many new places are about to open soon and by spring the Courthouse Square may well be in full swing.

One of my favorite hangouts is Gillyweeds, they are always stocked full of surprises as well as many state of the art gifts. Go see for yourself.

John Winters has been busy adding new and interesting features to both The Weekly and The Paper. Both publications have information you can’t get anywhere else for the Courthouse Square, Newnan and Coweta County.

I happened to find my Book of the Month for December and in an interesting way. On November 9, Divine Spirit through the VA’s office, blessed me with an appointment at the Thomas Eye Group to have

my cataracts removed at some point in time, restoring my vision to a greater degree.

I not only experienced a kind and friendly staff, every aspect of my visit was truly amazing to include meeting Dr. Patel, who explained the corrections to my eyes in detail. I am looking forward to my return visits soon.

While I was in the waiting room, a gentleman walked in with a book titled “How (Not) To Read The Bible.” This gentleman, who said he was a member of Dogwood Church, simply gave me the book. It is written by Dan Kimball and focuses on how to make sense of scripture that is causing much concern among its members.

I could not put this book down. This is of course another book you need to experience for yourself. I do indeed recommend this well written book.

Peace, love and much respect, Mr. Personality. ■

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Dec. 5 & 19, MONDAYS

■ Christmas Concerts at The Avenue Peachtree City The Avenue Peachtree City will host a special Christmas Concert by Gracepoint Church on Monday, December 5 and Monday, December 19 from 7 – 9 p.m. avenuepeachtreecity.com

Dec. 6, 8, 13 & 15,

■ Excel Essentials & Potentials Training at WGTC Intimidated by computers? Want to learn and grow? Take the series of classes to learn how to drive impact through your spreadsheets. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.; West Georgia Technical College, 200 Campus Dr, Newnan

December 8 , THURSDAY

■ NAACP Annual Freedom Fund event at Moreland Mill 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. This is Power. Dr. Adrienne Booth Johnson will be the Keynote Speaker. This Fundraiser is an honored tradition for NAACP Branches to raise essential funds to effect change and advance the cause of civil and human rights in America. Additionally, this event provides an opportunity to recognize community leaders, local businesses, and national corporations as well as emerging leaders – all of whom are actively challenging society to end discrimination, embrace diversity and ensure greater opportunity for all people. Holiday Attire. Tickets and Sponsorships Are Available naacpcoweta.org

December 10,

Congratulations Deborah Marchman, we saved her over $1,000 a year on her home and auto package.

Congratulations Bryant & Marla Brandenburg, we saved them over $1,500 on two homes and auto.

SATURDAY

Congratulations Darren Story, we saved him $1,520 on home & auto. Darren is a Veteran and we also want to thank him for his service.

Congratulations Marvin Garrison, we saved him over $1,300 on his home and auto policies.

■ 2022 Annual Christmas Parade The City of Newnan will host the annual Christmas Parade Saturday at 6 p.m. in downtown Newnan. This year’s theme is Gingerbread Christmas and includes new award categories: most creative, most original, best use of parade theme, the Elfin award (children participation), and the people’s choice. Applications for parade participation are currently being accepted. Applications will not be accepted after December 5. For information, contact Katie Mosley, Director of Leisure Services, kmoseley@newnanga.gov

December 11, SUNDAY

■ Christmas with The Masterworks Community Chorale at the Nixon Centre at 2:30 p.m. Program to include portions of Messian and various seasonal choruses. Additional performanc es by: The Inspirations of FUMC, other guest soloists, instrumen talists, Celtic dancers and audience sing-along of the Hallelujah chorus. 1525 Lower Fayetteville Rd., Newnan, nixoncentre.net masterworkscommunitychorale.com

■ Candlelight Tour of Homes, Senoia enjoysenoia.com

December 13, TUESDAY

■ Coweta Association of Retired Educators

Christmas Bazaar at Newnan’s Foundation Church Shop from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. for Baked Goods, Crafts and Gift baskets at the Foundation Church in downtown Newnan, Perry Street entrance, next to post office with parking available across the street in the corner parking lot. Funds raised help support scholarships for Coweta County School System high school seniors who want to pursue a degree in education. Contact Karen Moseley wkmoseley2@gmail.com

Zen Monkey’s News and Musings …

Notes from here, there and the Internet …

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Piedmont Newnan Hospital’s annual philanthropic event – the Piedmont Newnan Soiree - raised more than $160,000. The money goes toward benefitting oncology services at Piedmont Newnan. That includes direct patient care programs, capital needs associated with our oncology programs, and program support for The Thomas F. Chapman Family Cancer Wellness Center.

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The Butterball hotline answers roughly 100,000 calls every year on its turkey question hotline.

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Dragonflies are one of the most efficient killers in nature, capturing their prey more than 95% of the time. [ [ [

100 Women Who Care awarded its fourth quarter grant to Community Action for Improvement. The $6,500 grant will be used for CAFI’s new playground. Since 2018, the grassroots organization 100 Women Who Care Coweta County, which was launched under the auspices of the Coweta Community Foundation in 2016, has awarded some $115,500 in grants to local nonprofits.

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The National Turkey Federation says around 45 million turkeys will be eaten on Thanksgiving, which equates to about 720 million pounds of turkey being consumed (with the average turkey size being 16 pounds).

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In 2022, Yamaha provided $25,000 in scholarship money to help fund college education. There have been 166 awards totalling $399,000 over the 20-year history of the program.

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The 1982 movie Poltergeist used real skeletons as props because they were cheaper than plastic skeletons.

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Piedmont Newnan Hospital received an ‘A’ Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade for fall 2022, a national designation recognizing Piedmont Newnan’s achievements in protecting patients from preventable harm and error in the hospital. This is the 16th consecutive grading period Piedmont Newnan has earned an ‘A’ grade, giving the hospital the longest streak of consistent A grades in the state of Georgia.

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Coweta-Fayette EMC awarded $29,926.33 in Bright Ideas Grants to 24 deserving teachers across Coweta County Schools, Fayette County Schools, and Heard County Schools. Earlier this year, several local teachers submitted Bright Idea Grant applications to assist with innovative classroom projects, and 24 were selected as grant recipients. Grants were approved by the Coweta-Fayette Trust Board.

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In 1859, English settler Thomas Austin released only 24 rabbits onto his property in Australia, stating “The introduction of a few rabbits could do little harm and might provide a touch of home, in addition to a spot of hunting.” By the 1920’s the population of rabbits in Australia reached 10 billion.

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FREYR Battery, a developer of clean, next-generation battery cell production capacity, announced plans to build its planned Giga America battery plant, in Coweta County. The company plans to create 723 new jobs and invest more than $2.57 billion in Coweta County through 2029. The new flagship manufacturing plant will be located at the Bridgeport Industrial Park near Moreland.

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This year, One Roof Outreach started distributing Thanksgiving meals and turkeys on November 4 and over the next few weeks distributed close to 500 turkeys with all the fixings. The annual give-away was first started with help from Lieutenant Colonel Bob Yeager of the Coweta County Sheriff’s Office and Colonel Tom Guzzo, a retired US Army Veteran.

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In 1923, a jockey named Frank Hayes suffered a fatal heart attack and died mid-race. His body remained on the horse and crossed the finish line in first place. He had never won a race before in his life.

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December 16-17,

FRIDAY & SATURDAY

Southern Arc Dance’s NUTCRACKER at Wadsworth Friday 7 p.m.; Saturday 3 and 7 p.m. A holiday family favorite for all ages, come celebrate Clara’s journey through the magical land of Sugar Plum. Contact Southern Arc Dance 770.683.3724 www.southernarcdance.org 25 Jefferson St., Newnan

December 17, SATURDAY ■ Senoia Farmers Market 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 40 Travis St. Produce, vendors and artisans. EVERY Saturday.

December 19, MONDAY ■ Free Movie Monday - Elf at the Wadsworth Join the City of Newnan Leisure Services from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for a free movie showing of the 2003 Christmas clas sic, “Elf.” Elf is rated PG for some mild rude humor and language. 25 Jefferson Street, Newnan

The MUSIC … Local &Live

Newnan‘s Kris Youmans Band has a unique rootsy, country sound with a bit of Western swing that makes them a perfect edition to GPB’s Georgia’s Country Connection series at GPB.org/Country.

We are fortunate she writes The Music column for us at The Paper.

… by Kris Youmans

“Music gives a soul to the Universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination and life to everything.” …Plato

No way it’s December already! Santa and the reindeer will be busy in this town and since we’ve all been very, very good we get to go out and hear lots of live music, dine at some great restaurants and gather with friends and family.

Local Musicians upcoming shows

Don’t miss the Hot Toddies featuring Michelle Malone and Doug Kees appearing at Pure Life House of Music

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December 17 at 7:30 p.m. Enjoy the 2nd annual holiday party, hear your favorite tunes, nibbles by Chef Tara, and drinks and music. Also the Hot Toddies are playing at Line Creek Bus Barn in Fayetteville on December 10. This is a big show and you can’t have more holiday fun than this.

The Vinylbirds are playing at Line Creek Brewery in PTC on December 10 - love that band!

John Hensley will be at Abide on December 17 at 4 p.m. Great vocals and repertoiredon’t miss him at ABIDE.

Lerogie will play Tin Lizzy’s in Kennesaw on December 3 at 8 p.m., Tin Lizzy’s in Atlanta on December 9 at 7 p.m. and Tin Lizzy’s Perimeter on December 10 at 9 p.m.

Diners at Crust & Craft on December 2 in Sharpsburg will hear Daniel Toole at 7:30 p.m., Daniel also plays Peachtree Market December 3 at 10 a.m. and Senoia Beer Co December 3 at 8 p.m. with more shows to the right.

Twice Shy will play Hunter’s in Hogansville December 7 at 6 p.m. and Abide on December 9 at 6 p.m.

Mary Martin is one hard workin’ & talented performer. She’s playing Nutwood Winery on December 2, December 4 @ Dillards VIP party, December 7 at Therapie’s Winter Event, Cochran Mill on December 9 and see lots more shows to the right.

Aaron Walker, guitarist/singer, follow on Facebook and Instagram, you’ll find Aaron playing in local ven ues with a band, and solo. He’s a young artist to watch.

Check out the music calendar for Mad Mexican consistently good music and great food.

Local & Live Venues …

Call ahead to check on Live music dates and times!

THE CELLAR / THE BAYS

20 Jefferson Street, Newnan 770.683.6328

Live Jazz on Wednesdays Acoustic on Thursdays in the Bays

Live Music Friday & Saturday nights

12/1 … Jeanine Duke

12/2 … John Carey & Friends

12/3 … Pete & Pete

12/7 … Jackie Green 12/8 … 2unes Atlanta based Jazz artist

12/9 … The Band One in the Bays Georgia based variety band Maury Allums in The Cellar 12/10 … Sundowner Motel Americana, alt-country and folk 12/14 … Mary Martin singer/songwriter/guitarist 12/15 … Donnie Long

12/16 … Simply Awesome Band in the Bays Jazz, R&B, Oldies

Maury Allums in the Cellar 12/17 … Jimmy Cagle rock & blues

12/21 … Clay Williams & friends

12/22 … The Expectations reviews say this is an awesome band, talented and impressive 12/23 … The Untouchables in the Bays

Maury Allums in the Cellar 12/24 … Upgrade Band

12/28 … Jeanine Duke 12/29 … DJ Brass King 12/30 … Red Sugar Blues in the Bays described as ‘blues magic’ Maury Allums in the Cellar 12/31 … Upscale Band A1 Party Band & Smooth Jazz

THE MAD MEXICAN

2 East Court Square, Newnan 770.683.9545

Come for great food and Live local music.

12/2 … Joey Troup 12/3 … Gracie May 12/7 … Lerogie 12/9 … Chad Jernigan 12/10 … Larry Mills

12/14 … Jacob Joiner

12/16 … Ellis Lowery

12/17 … Three Guys Pickin’ 12/21 … Ellis Lowery

12/23 … Hunter Flanagan 12/28 … Ricky Lee

12/30 … Mick Billingsley

Closed 12/24 & 12/31

THE BRICKS ON CHURCH STREET Grantville, GA 678.877.6571

The Bricks on Church Street in Grantville features local and live music events and is a good choice for your own special events.

OLDE COURTHOUSE TAVERN on the Square, Fayetteville

Marvelous Marvin Presents Saturday Night Blues on the Southside - 8:30 p.m. You’ll hear the best local and regional blues!

SUMMERGROVE GOLF CLUB

335 SummerGrove Parkway, Newnan | 770.251.1800

Friday Night Dinner & Music

12/16 … Holiday Favorites w/ The Dreamers 12/23 … Al Velasco Band

Kris Youmans is originally from Savannah, GA where she was part of the River Street music scene early on and is greatly influenced by mu sic of the southern culture. Kris’ interests are focused on local music, organizing music fundraisers, her three grown children, life on Pierce Chapel & Hank the Dog (who also has an ear for music!) Contact Kris with questions, comments, suggestions or just to say you like her col umn krisyoumansband@gmail.com.

HOLLONVILLE OPRY AT TURIN UMC

20 Longstreet Ave., Turin UMC

Music every 1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month starting at 6:30 p.m. Gospel, Bluegrass and Country. Good Music, Good Fellowship!

12/3 … Glory Quartet Line Creek Bluegrass Kirkland & Friends

12/17 … New Apostles Soggy Broccoli Boys Kirkland & Friends

ABIDE BREWING CO. 110 Werz Industrial Blvd., Newnan

12/9 … Twice Shy 6 p.m. 12/10 … Daniel Toole 3 p.m. 12/17 … John Hensley

BIG SHOTS KITCHEN & BAR 102 B Guthrie Way, PTC 770.629.5591

Jeanine Duke Every Sunday 12:30-3 p.m.

THE FURNACE 41 Jonesboro 770.256.2041

New Year’s Eve 7 p.m. Thoughts Are NuclearJosh Purgason, Gordon Edgar, Matt Hunt

LINE CREEK BREWING CO.

150 Huddleston Rd., PTC 678.993.0086

Shows at 6 p.m.

12/2 … Brian Rivers Georgia based guitarist, bassist and singer

12/3 … Tyler Walker

12/10 … Vinyl Birds one of my favorite groups with Andrew Cranford fronting

12/16 … Melody Kiser

12/18 … Rusted Melody raspy vocals and rootsy tunes

Go out for an evening of fun and good music and support your local musicians!

LINE CREEK BUS BARN 300 City Center Parkway, Fayetteville 770.731.1641

Most shows except Market day 6-9 p.m.

12/2 … Jason Bowen

12/3 … Melody Kiser 12/9 … Tyler Walker

12/10… The Hot Toddies featuring Michelle Malone and Doug Kees expect your favorite versions of Holiday music. It will be a party. 12/16 … Butch Watson 12/17 … Peter Fodero 12/30 … Mary Martin

PURE LIFE HOUSE OF MUSIC 206 Clark St., LaGrange 706.443.4838

A true listening room featuring hidden treasures & legendary singer/songwriters in an intimate setting.

12/3 … John Paul White 7:30 p.m.

12/10 … Barry Waldrep w/ Stan Foster exceptional and accomplished musiciansAmerican bluegrass and rockn-roll with Phil Proctor

12/17 … The Hot Toddies featuring Michelle Malone, Doug Kees 7:30 p.m.

The Annual Christmas party and also CD Release. Expect your favorite holiday songs, nibbles by Chef Tara, and drinks

COCHRAN MILL BREWERY 27 Word St., Fairburn 12/9 … Mary Martin 6 p.m. 12/16 … Levi Ransom 6 p.m

SENOIA BEER COMPANY 1 Main Street, Senoia 12/3 … Daniel Toole 8 p.m.

CRUST & CRAFT 3150 Hwy 34 E, Sharpsburg

12/2 … Daniel Toole 12/30 … Jason Bowen

RPM FULL SERVICE

15 Jackson Street, Newnan 770.683.1414

Live music and restaurant venue. pet friendly patiocall ahead for music lineup. *Every Sunday music on the Patio *Karaoke every weekend

Open Mic Wednesdays 8:30 p.m.

REDNECK GOURMET UNDER THE BRICKS Newnan

12/8 … The Hot Toddies Christmas Show & Album Release 7:30 p.m.

THE ALAMO

19 W. Court Square, Newnan 770.683.2526

Call ahead for events, dates and times.

Open Mic Night

Every Sunday, 6 to 9 p.m. Come out to see local talent and sign up to play! De Shawn Parker is your Host.

GRAZING HERE

2850 Hwy. 54, Peachtree City 770.486.2696 All Shows Start at 8 p.m. 12/2 … THEM 12/3

NUTWOOD WINERY

1339 Upper Big Springs Road, LaGrange, GA 706.882.5296

Family owned winery & cafe … beautiful winery with tasting room and vineyard.

Every Friday & Saturday the Winery features a local per former in the Tasting Room.

Starting around 6 p.m. on Fridays and 2 p.m. on Saturdays until close at 10 p.m. Call to get up-to-date lineup for music.

12/2 … Mary Martin 7 p.m.

12/16 … Daniel Toole 7 p.m.

12/17 … Daniel Toole 3 p.m.

12/31 … Mary Martin 7 p.m.

HUNTER’S CANTINA

1875 E Main St., Hogansville, 706.637.9444

Family oriented Mexican cantina and grill with friendly atmosphere and live music.

Live Music every Wednesday starting at 6:30 p.m. 12/7 … Twice Shy 6 p.m. 12/21 … Daniel Toole 6:30 p.m.

BRICKHOUSE LAGRANGE

141 Main St., LaGrange, GA 706.298.5485

Live Music every Friday and Saturday Night! Food & Drink specials all week Thursday is Karaoke night.

The Vinylbirds - Line Creek Brewery

George Britt Band- Carrollton

Rusted Melody

John Hensley- Abide

The LOCATIONS

Check Out www.explorecoweta.com for Calendar of Events

40 Greenway Court, Suite D, Newnan www.southernarcdance.org • 770.683.3724

The Nutcracker • Dec. 16-18

A holiday family favorite for all ages, come celebrate Clara’s journey through the magical land of Sugar Plum.

Wadsworth Auditorium, downtown Newnan. Wadsworth Auditorium, 25 Jefferson St.

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around downTown

Main Street Newnan

6 First Avenue, Newnan, GA 30263 770.253.8283 mainstreetnewnan.com

Market Day • Dec. 3, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The Market will feature 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.

Newnan Christmas Parade • Dec. 10, 6 p.m.

This year’s theme is Gingerbread Christmas and includes new award categories: most creative, most original, best use of parade theme, the Elfin award (children participation), and the people’s choice.

Centre for Performing & Visual Arts 1523 Lower Fayetteville Rd., Newnan, GA 30265 www.thenixoncentre.net 770.254.2787

One Christmas Night in Memphis • Dec. 4, 3 p.m. Created and directed by John Mueller, is the critically acclaimed tribute to legendary Sun Records recording artists Carl Perkins, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Elvis Presley.

Masterworks Chorale’s Christmas at the Centre Dec. 11, 2 p.m.

Movies

Regal Cinemas

Georgian 14 Ashley Park 237 Newnan Crossing Bypass, Newnan 844.462.7342 www.regmovies.com

senoia

http://www.enjoysenoia.net

Senoia Farmers Market

NCG Cinemas at Fischer Crossings 55 Fischer Crossings Blvd., Sharpsburg 678-326-4460 www.ncgmovies.com

Every Saturday, 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 40 Travis St., Senoia / senoiafarmersmarket on Facebook. Fresh local produce, vendors and artisans.

2022 Candlelight Tour of Homes Sunday, Dec. 11, starts at 4p.m.

A self-guided tour that gives you access to a charming collection of some beautiful homes in downtown Senoia. Visit enjoysenoia.com for more information and tickets!

Senoia Alive! After Five • Friday, Dec. 16, 5-8 p.m. Downtown shops stay open later to encourage visitors to come visit downtown Senoia. Held every third Friday of the month, come enjoy entertainment, food and extra shopping time!

Senoia Area Historical Society History Museum

24 1st Ave, Newnan • 770-683-6282 http://newnantheatre.org

It’s a Wonderful Life - A Live Radio Play • Dec. 1-4, 8-11

This beloved American holiday classic comes to captivating life as a live 1940s radio broadcast. The story of idealistic George Bailey unfolds as he considers ending his life one fateful Christmas Eve.

N.I.T.W.I.T.S. • Dec. 17, 8 p.m.

It’s almost Christmas and George Stanley hasn’t laughed all season! The stockings are hung by the chimney with care, but there isn’t the sound of a laugh in the air. But George is in luck, because Clarence has called in his very best Christmas angels for the night, and they just happen to be the very best N.I.T.W.I.T.S. (Newnan’s Improv Troupe With Intelligent Talented Stooges)! All they need now is your suggestions to be the funniest they’ve ever been!

The Legacy TheaTre

The Legacy Theatre

1175 Senoia Rd., Suite C., Tyrone, GA., 30290 http://www.thelegacytheatre.org/

Cinderella • through Dec. 18

The timeless enchantment of the magical fairy tale is reborn with the Rodgers & Hammerstein hallmarks of originality, charm and elegance. An enchanting musical delight for audiences of all ages!

The program will include portions of Messiah and various Sea sonal Choruses. Additional performances by The Inspirations of FUMC, other guest soloists, instrumentalists, Celtic dancers. And audience sing-along of the Hallelujah Chorus.masterworkscom munitychorale.com

Coweta County Genealogical Society

8 Carmichael St., Newnan Wed. - Fri., 10 am to 4 pm Check Facebook for more info

6 Couch St, Senoia, GA 30276

Open every Friday and Saturday 1 to 4 p.m. Check out their Facebook and Instagram. senoiaareahistoricalsociety.org

20 W Campbellton St, Fairburn, GA 30213

770-969-0956 • http://www.stgplays.com/

The 1940’s Radio Hour • Dec. 8-11; 15-18

The 1940’s Radio Hour is a nostalgic trip down memory lane into a backdrop of the Second World War, setting the stage for swinging big band music and song and old fashioned situation comedy of a bygone period. It takes place in a small 5000-watt New York City radio station (WOV) and is centered around a group of performers and their attempts to make it to the “big time” in show biz.

Southside Theatre Guild

The Carnegie Library

1 LaGrange Street, Newnan • 770.683.1347 newnancarnegie.com

Most events require reservations and space is limited. Visit their website and eventbrite.com for more information.

Stories from the North Pole • Fri., Dec. 2, 11 a.m. to Noon

6th Annual Polar Express PJ Party • Fri., Dec. 9, 6 to 8:30 p.m.

Holiday Ornament Craft (Adult) • Thurs., Dec. 15, 2 to 4 p.m.

Sound Journey • Fri., Dec. 16, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.

Candyland Storytime (All ages) • Tues., Dec. 20, 10 a.m. to noon Check out their calendar on their website for more info.

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McRitchie-Hollis Museum

74 Jackson St., Newnan • 770.251.0207 newnancowetahistoricalsociety.com

Newnan Christmas Tour of Homes • Dec. 2 newnantourofhomes.com

Cookies & Photos with Santa • Dec. 4, 1 to 3:30 p.m. Refreshments. Free event! Photo opportunity is on a first come, first serve basis. Sorry no pets. Event is inside the museum.

OutdOOrs

Chattahoochee Bend State Park

425 Bobwhite Way, Newnan, GA 30263 www.gastateparks.org/ChattahoocheeBend More info call: 770.254.7271

First Day Hike - Preview of New Paved Trail Sunday, Jan 1, 2023 • 1 to 2:30 p.m.

Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA

Come out and get a special preview of our new paved multi-use trail before it is officially opened. This is the first trail in this section of the park. Bring the kids and pets to check out this new trail. The first mile of this trail is ADA friendly. Bring a water bottle and good walking shoes. $5 parking. 770-254-7271.

Please contact before event for more information. Check their website or Facebook page for upcoming events.

NFL Football

ATLANTA FALCONS

Dec., 4, Sun., Pittsburgh Steelers, 1 p.m. – CBS Dec. 11, Sun., Bye Dec. 18, Sun., at New Orleans Saints, TBD Dec. 24, Sat., at Baltimore Ravens, 1 pm – FOX Jan. 1, Sun., Arizona Cardinals, 1 pm – FOX

All Home Games played at Mercedes-Benz Stadium

301 Lafayette Ave., Fayetteville, GA 30214 770.719.4173 southerngroundamp.com

Fox Theatre

660 Peachtree St NE (at Ponce de Leon Ave NE), Atlanta 404.881.2100

Tickets on sale for upcoming shows. Check website … http://foxtheatre.org

NBA Basketball ATLANTA HAWKS

Frederick Brown Jr. Amphitheater

201 McIntosh Trail, PTC 770.631.0630 Check website! amphitheater.org/

Chastain Park 140 W Wieuca Rd NW, Atlanta 404.233.2227

State Farm Arena

at Boyd Park 110 Smith Street, LaGrange, GA 30240 706.298.5434 sweetland.events/

1 Philips Dr NW (at Centennial Olympic Park Dr), Atlanta, GA 404.878.3000

Tickets on sale for upcoming shows. Check website … statefarmarena.com

Nov. 30, Wed., at Orlando Magic, 7 p.m. – BSSE Dec. 2, Fri., Denver Nuggets, 7:30 p.m. – BSSE Dec. 5, Mon., Oklahoma City Thunder, 7:30 p.m. – BSSE Dec. 7, Wed., at New York Knicks, 7:30 pm – BSSE / ESPN Dec. 9, Fri., at Brooklyn Nets, 7:30 pm – BSSE Dec. 11, Sun., Chicago Bulls, 6:30 pm – BSSE Dec. 12, Mon., at Memphis Grizzlies, 8 pm – BSSE Dec. 14, Wed., at Orlando Magic, 7 pm – BSSE Dec. 16, Fri., at Charlotte Hornets, 7 pm – BSSE Dec. 19, Mon., Orlando Magic, 7:30 pm – BSSE Dec. 21, Wed., Chicago Bulls, 7:30 pm – BSSE Dec. 23, Fri., Detroit Pistons, 7:30 pm – BSSE Dec. 27, Tues., at Indiana Pacers, 7:30 pm – BSSE Dec. 28, Wed., Brooklyn Nets, 7:30 pm – BSSE Dec. 30, Fri., Los Angeles Lakers, 7:30 pm – BSSE

Jan. 2, Mon., at Golden State Warriors, 10 pm – BSSE Jan. 4, Wed., at Sacramento Kings, 10 pm – BSSE Jan. 6, Fri., at Los Angeles Lakers, 10:30 pm – BSSE Jan. 8, Sun., at Los Angeles Clippers, 9 pm – BSSE

All Home Games played at State Farm Arena BSSE – Bally Sports Southeast

The Featured Joint

Everyone has their “go-to” place to eat. It might be with linen tablecloths and waiters in ties, or where you throw peanuts on the floor and carve your initials in the wooden tables. Whatever and wherever, it’s your “joint.” This month’s featured joint is …

Hemrick’s Deli & Cafe

You know those gigantor food courts you find in big indoor malls? The ones with everything from Chinese to pitas, ice cream and fresh lemonade, cheesesteaks, pizza, hamburgers, chicken tenders … you get our drift.

Well, if you’re out on the west side of Newnan, there’s a new mini food court popping up. And it will have a small, but nice variety of food choices when it’s completed.

For as long as anyone can remember there was Hemrick’s Grocery and in its own section, Hemrick’s Deli and Cafe

The Deli and Cafe section is getting the upgrade. Don’t panic, Charley’s Chicken and all the sides are still there. And they are keeping the breakfast menu too.

The JOINTS

Everyone has their “go-to” place to eat. It might be with linen tablecloths and waiters in ties, or where you throw peanuts on the floor and carve your initials in the wooden tables. Whatever and wherever, it’s your “joint.”

There are lots of these places around here, and we’re out to find them all in The Joints column. And yes, all are White Monkey approved.

Alo Farms … 678.489.4423 • 629 Hwy 74 South, PTC Red and Green Oakleaf, Sweet Crisp, Red and Green Butter and Muir Lettuce. Microgreen broccoli, basil, cucumbers, spinach, scallion and more. alofarmsga.us

Apollo’s Steaks … 770.667.4811 45 Robinson St., Suite D, Newnan

Authentic Philly cheesesteaks, cheesecake and more!

CC’s Wings … 770.252.2755 • 23 Franklin Road, Newnan Do a pretty big take-out business. Usual flavors with fish and burgers on the menu as well.

Christy’s Cafe … 770-683-7512 • 27 Jackson St., Newnan One of the more popular breakfast joints in town. Regulars know the secret menu. Also open for lunch. The front porch is popular, especially with dog owners. Down home grub.

Chylaca’s Mexican Restaurant & Grill … 770.252.6821

20 Bullsboro Dr., Newnan • 3154 E. Hwy. 34, Newnan …

Two locations serving up some of the best dishes around. People rave about their salsa and rice. We are also partial to the Tacos Carne Asada and the El Cabo.

Coweta Country Junction … 770.253.5999 1502 Hwy. 29 North, Newnan

Arguably the best wings in the county. Big and juicy. One flavor - awesome. Need to call ahead to order.

Dunc’s BBQ Kitchen … 678.673.6644 98 Jackson Street, Newnan Great joint that includes beef brisket, all-you-can-eat catfish and shrimp, smoked chicken and pulled pork. Killer banana pudding and their white sauce is The Bomb.

El Taquito … 770.252.2777 • 1389 Hwy. 29 South, Newnan It’s located inside a gas station. Their Coke is from Mexico and has

But more additions are coming. Not too long ago they added a Blimpie - America’s Sub Shop. Soon to join will be Maui Wowi Hawaiian Coffees and Smoothies; Baja Fresh, Mexican Food; and an Uncle Maddio’s Pizza

They are also adding The UPS Store, but that’s not really a joint.

This will probably become the goto place when everyone wants something different to eat.

Hemrick’s Grocery, Deli and Cafe. 10 Franklin Road, Newnan • 770.253.6667 • Open 24 hours

sugar. This is the real deal. They have photos up above the counter and you can just point and salivate at the same time.

Fabiano’s Pizzeria … 770.683.2683 19 North Court Square, Newnan Very popular pizza joint. It’s their other items that really make a hitsoups, sandwiches, garlic knots and bowls of tater tots.

Garlic Thai … 770.683.7515 • 16 North Court Square, Newnan garlicthai.com For those who love Asian food, as in Thai cuisine, sushi and noodles, Garlic has to be on the top of anyone’s list. Seafood, lamb, beef, chicken, all the proteins are there in some amazing sauces including several curry spices.

Goldens on the Square 770.251.4300 9 East Court Square, Newnan, GA 30263

The menu changes daily but there are always several meat/fish offerings, vegetables, salads and desserts.

If you are looking for some good ol’ Southern comfort food, you would be hard pressed to beat Golden’s.

H.J. Wings & Things 770.755.6192, 485 Hwy 16 W, Newnan Great wings, excellent hamburgers and top of the line cheesesteaks - and you know how serious we are about our cheesesteaks. But other “things” to consider are their shrimp, fish, massive salads, sandwiches, wraps, and … okay, wings again.

The Half Shell … 770.502.9911 • 1690 Hwy. 34 East, Newnan Hot dogs and oysters. Hey, it’s an Alabama thing. Onion rings, fried mushrooms are a secret hit. And don’t forget the crawfish.

HomeStyle Kitchen & BBQ … 404-228-2887 400 Carlton Rd., Unit A, Palmetto Soul Food and Barbecue. Grab and Go, Ready-to-Eat Meals.

Japaneck Frank Hibachi Cuisine Food Truck … Facebook: Japaneck Frank for times and locations. 678.633.0528 or 678.756.1906

This joint is all about something different. Different foods, diffe rent cooking styles, different locations … different. Think flat tops, shrimp, steak, salmon, grilled veggies, ginger sauce, the perfect fried rice and trailers and personal chefs and ...

JR’s BBQ 404.391.3846 • 191 Pine Road, Newnan He’s located on the side of the road in a little trailer. The smoker is outside. Just go ahead and stop for a BBQ sandwich and you will be hooked.

Lisa Créperies … 48 Main Street downtown Senoia Cafe: 770.727.9566 www.lisascreperie.com

Lisa’s Créperie has some amazing dessert crépes. But you’d be missing out if you didn’t try their breakfast and lunch “sandwich crépes.” Let’s just say their simple ham and cheese creépe would put your mama’s to shame and make her cry. And the “Lisa’s

Crépe,” which is basically a ham crépe on steroids, is awesome. Heck, everything is. Come support this veteran-owned joint right in the middle of downtown Senoia.

The Mad Mexican … 770.683.9545 • 2 East Court Square Southern BBQ meets Mexican tacos.

A unique take on Mexican dishes - burritos, quesadillas, nachos - with that Southern flair. Now serving margaritas … and awesomeness.

Matt’s Small Town Pizza … 770.599.1226 53E Main St, Senoia.

There is nothing “smalltown” about their pizza, or wings or anything else. Very casual atmosphere with beer, wine and even gluten free pizza if you prefer.

Mimmo’s Gourmet Pizza … 770.486.8000 1014 Senoia Rd, Tyrone

The pizza is dead-on with every topping you would want. Their cheesesteak is top-notch. And they have “build your own” pasta specialties where you choose the pasta, the sauce and the protein. Strombolis, Calzones and Chicken Parmesan and wings also on menu.

Modern Thai 678-834-5403 • modernthaiga.com 54 Carriage Oaks Drive, Tyrone.

A few offerings … Panang Beef … sliced beef tenderloin sautéed in panang curry topped with minced kaffir lime leaf and bell pep per served with jasmine blue rice. Or Spaghetti Keo Mao: stir fried spaghetti, shrimp, scallop, calamari, sweet onion, bell peppers, green beans with fresh chili, garlic & Holy basil. And Deep fried calamari rings with tentacles in salt and pepper batter served with pineapple chili sauce.

The Red Door Cafe 770-599-6838 • 86 Georgia Hwy. 85, Haralson, GA If you are ever in Haralson, Georgia, make sure and stop at Williams Grocery for some of the best sausage in the count ry. And you can try it right next door at the Red Door Cafe. You can have breakfast or lunch. On weekdays, they usually have two meat specials with plenty of vegetables. Or order off the blackboards.

The Redneck Gourmet 770.251.0092

11 N. Court Square, Newnan . Where you go to see a lot of people you know. It’s unpretentious with a little quirkiness - think Redneck Caviar. Ham burgers, hotdogs, sandwiches and salads. Everyone eats here.

RPM Full Service … 770.683.1414 15 Jackson Street, Newnan

Great pub food. Those into Reubens give it high marks. They have this Cod of Thunder that we aren’t sure anyone has ever finished. A very dog friend porch that always gets high marks.

Señor Taco … 678.723.7255, senortaco.com 75 Main St., Senoia

If you happen to be out and about in Senoia, you have to try out Senor Taco. It is so good they’ve had to move across the street to a bigger place. Any place that serves you two different salsas with chips.

She Craft Company … 678.884.6323

929 Senoia Road, Tyrone

The chef calls it “Asian Confusion.” We call it fun and unique. A Korean/Chinese/Southern place - grilled brussel sprouts, meat Bulgogi sliders.

Sprayberry’s Barbeque … 770.253.4421 229 Jackson Street, Newnan

Everyone, everyone has eaten at Sprayberry’s. And that includes vice presidents, senators and a slew of others. One of the oldest businesses in Coweta County, for many, it is their go-to spot.

Taco Criss Mexican Restaurant & Bakery … 2 locations … 21 Bullsboro Drive, Newnan 678.552.9438

3500 Hwy 34 E, Sharpsburg 770.683.5052

Upscale authentic dishes that will have your mouth watering. At first glance, one would think it is just a bakery. But they offer tor tas, which is pretty much a taco supreme in a killer hamburger-like bread. Their tacos, served with onions, cilantro and lime, come in a lot of flavors: steak, beef tongue, chicken, chorizo, seasoned pork, fried pork and more; and there’s fajitas, sincronizadas and several house specialties.

Look for the complete list of Joints at wintersmedia.net And look for Chef’s and their favorite recipes as well.

The Interview

Briefly describe yourself and what you do/did?

I am a small business owner who happens to be a veterinarian. Married to a wonderful husband and we live on my farm with my horses and dog, Jobe. I’m known to be kind, considerate and compassionate both in my personal and work life.

Best piece of advice you’ve received. Don’t be pushed around by the fears in your mind. Be led by the dreams in your heart.

If I had it to do over…

Hugged my mom more and met Doug Kees sooner.

You are going on an extended solo trip. What three albums and three books would you take?

Doug Eleven & Albums, Roots & Boughs, and Prince. To Kill a Mockingbird, Pride and Prejudice, and Jane Eyre.

Tell us one thing about yourself that few people know. I was once an English teacher.

You are hosting a dinner party for six. What five people, living or dead, would you invite and why?

Mom, Doug, Prince, Queen Elizabeth, Princess Diane.

with Dr. Nicole Andrews-Kees

If you weren’t doing what you are, you would be… Professional Equestrian.

Your go-to food. Anything from Redneck Gourmet.

Favorite movies (s)?

National Velvet, Downton Abbey, and Mary Queen of Scots.

Dogs or cats? Dogs.

Your favorite quote and why?

“A woman is like a tea bag; you never know how strong she is until she’s in hot water.” - Eleanor Roosevelt.

A good reminder that you never know your true strength until pushed into a situation.

Name something that you are extremely glad you did or accomplished.

Dreamed and built my small animal veterinary practice from the ground up.

Name an as yet unfulfilled dream. Become royalty.

What advice would you give your younger self just starting out on their own?

Nothing wise ever comes easy.

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Eight-year-old Virginia O’Hanlon wrote a letter to the editor of New York’s Sun, and the quick response was printed as an unsigned editorial Sept. 21, 1897.

DEAR EDITOR: I am 8 years old. Some of my little friends say there is no Santa Claus.

Papa says, ‘If you see it in THE SUN it’s so.’

Please tell me the truth; is there a Santa Claus?

VIRGINIA O’HANLON. 115 WEST NINETYFIFTH STREET.

VIRGINIA, your little friends are wrong. They have been affected by the skepticism of a skeptical age. They do not believe except they see. They think that nothing can be which is not comprehensible by their little minds. All minds, Virginia, whether they be men’s or children’s, are little. In this great universe of ours man is a mere insect, an ant, in his intellect, as compared with the boundless world about him, as measured by the intelligence capable of grasping the whole of truth and knowledge.

Yes, VIRGINIA, there is a Santa Claus. He exists as certainly as love and generosity and devotion exist, and you know that they abound and give to your life its highest beauty and joy. Alas! how dreary

would be the world if there were no Santa Claus. It would be as dreary as if there were no VIRGINIAS. There would be no childlike faith then, no poetry, no romance to make tolerable this existence. We should have no enjoyment, except in sense and sight. The eternal light with which childhood fills the world would be extinguished.

Not believe in Santa Claus! You might as well not believe in fairies! You might get your papa to hire men to watch in all the chimneys on Christmas Eve to catch Santa Claus, but even if they did not see Santa Claus coming down, what would that prove? Nobody sees Santa Claus, but that is no sign that there is no Santa Claus. The most real things in the world are those that neither children nor men can see. Did you ever see fairies dancing on the lawn? Of course not, but that’s no proof that they are not there. Nobody can conceive or imagine all the wonders there are unseen and unseeable in the world.

You may tear apart the baby’s rattle and see what makes the noise inside, but there is a veil covering the unseen world which not the strongest man, nor even the united strength of all the strongest men that ever lived, could tear apart.

Only faith, fancy, poetry, love, romance, can push aside that curtain and view and picture the supernal beauty and glory beyond. Is it all real? Ah, VIRGINIA, in all this world there is nothing else real and abiding.

No Santa Claus! Thank God! he lives, and he lives forever. A thousand years from now, Virginia, nay, ten times ten thousand years from now, he will continue to make glad the heart of childhood.

The Bacho family was involved in a horrifying car wreck caused by a teen driver a few days before Christmas, 2012.

In Theaters:

The Film Fix … Streaming Edition

The Fabelmans (now playing) – l Fix Rating 9/10 –Steven Spielberg directs and co-writes with Tony Kushner this very personal coming-of-age tale about the struggles of the title family in post-World War II America. This movie is impeccably shot and acted, telling its relatable story through the eyes of the young Sammy (Gabriel LaBelle), who, like Spielberg, found his calling in filmmaking.

Paul Dano (The Riddler in “The Batman”) and multiple Oscar nominee Michelle Williams play Sammy’s mother, Mitzi, and father, Burt. While Williams is likely to garner awards notice for her work, Judd Hirsch delivers a scene-stealing performance as a visiting uncle who roughly imparts some sage wisdom onto the youthful Sammy. Comedic actor Seth Rogen takes a serious turn playing Bennie, a family friend.

Growing up is filled with so many critical moments, and in “The Fabelmans,” Spielberg focuses on a few particularly impactful epiphanies. Since this film is loosely based on his own life, Spielberg knows the right emotional buttons to push. This outstanding drama is a must-see for cineastes and film buffs.

Streaming Selects:

A Hollywood Christmas (December 1) – The tried-and-true cheesy Christmas movie formula gets a meta spin when a filmmaker named Jessica (Jessika Van), who makes holiday-themed movies, finds herself living in one. Van and Josh Swickard star alongside acting veteran Miss Pyle (see “Galaxy Quest” and “Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story”) in this addition to the Christmas romance canon.

The Santa Clauses (episodes 5 & 6 premiere on December 7 and 14) – Tim Allen reprises the role of Santa that he originated in 1994’s “The Santa Clause.” This new limited series has Santa, aka Scott Calvin (Allen), considering retirement. He sets out to find a worthy successor to wear the red suit and grow the long, white beard.

The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special (now playing) –The once fired “Guardians of the Galaxy” director James Gunn slips back into the MCU with this special presentation. In this production, the beloved gang of intergalactic misfits continues their goofy adventures, this time with a bit of holiday cheer. In the special’s trailer, the Guardians travel to Earth to raise Star-Lord’s spirits. This journey brings them in front of one of Star-Lord’s childhood idols Kevin Bacon, who appears in the special as himself. This one has the potential to be a campy laugh riot.

Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery (In limited theatrical release, streaming December 23) – l Fix Rating 8/10 –Rian Johnson’s follow-up to his 2019 mystery hit “Knives Out” is thrilling and immensely entertaining. James Bond alum Daniel Craig once again stars as super-detective Benoit Blanc.

The story has Blanc pulled into a murder mystery party on the private island of a flamboyant billionaire (played by Edward Norton). Of course, what starts as a Clue-inspired fake murder mystery weekend, becomes horribly real when one of the partiers is poisoned.

The terrific ensemble cast includes Kate Hudson, Dave Bautista, Janelle Monáe, Leslie Odom, Jr., and Kathryn Hahn. “Glass Onion” is the fun second installment in the promised continuing Benoit Blanc franchise.

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“Lovecraft Country’s” Jonathan Majors plays Jesse Brown, a

pilot. While his talent in the cockpit is unquestioned, he is often held back because of the prejudices of the time. Brown is African American and a pilot, which was, at that time, rare.

As the sole person of color in his squadron, Brown hesitates to trust his fellow airmen. But when Tom Hudner (Glenn Powell) arrives, Brown’s isolationist behavior begins to thaw.

With “Devotion,” Director J.D. Dillard (see 2016’s “Sleight”) delivers a handsome and emotionally satisfying war picture that manages to address racial injustice while also celebrating the American soldier. Majors is terrific as Brown, who fights his inner demons by never forgetting the outer ones.

In one revealing sequence that becomes the film’s haunting echo, Brown stares into a mirror and repeats a lifetime of insults he’s received. The mantra is a tragic and moving narrative device that helps us understand Brown’s motivations intimately.

Emancipation (December 9, Apple TV+) – Before Will Smith slapped Chris Rock at the 2022 Oscars presentation, “Emancipation” was likely to be in the running for end-of-the-year honors. But in the fallout from that tumultuous event, Apple scaled back on its plans to push the film during awards season.

The fate of this film will depend on whether audiences can ignore the controversy. However, it will be hard to put those memories aside because every critic, including this one, is compelled to mention the “slap heard around the world” when writing about any project featuring the actor.

But beyond Smith, “Emancipation” has an excellent director in Antoine Fuqua and a terrific co-star in Ben Foster. The story involves a runaway slave hunted by plantation owners through the swamps of Louisiana.

House Hunters and a Hallmark Christmas movie. The only two places where a reindeer groomer is independently wealthy. — Simon Holland

: Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan (December 21) – John Krasinski returns as the title hero in the third season of this adaptation of the popular book series. Amazon found a foothold with this type of material, as also typified by the success of their “Reacher” series. “Jack Ryan” and “Reacher” remain the gold standards, with other attempts by the streamer like “The Terminal List” and “Without Remorse” failing to connect.

Top Gun: Maverick (December 21) – l Fix Rating 9/10 –Just in time for Christmas viewing, Paramount+ releases the year’s biggest theatrical box office hit onto its streaming platform. What can I say? The movie is terrific and arguably better than the 1986 film that came before it. Paramount+ is arguably a lesser streamer, but with its affordable cost and well-known collection of titles, it’s worth trying out, especially as other platforms raise their prices.

Theatrical Teasers:

Violent Night (December 2) – “Stranger Things” star David Harbour leads this R-rated Christmas actioner that has Kris Kringle in “Die Hard” mode. The story features a beefed-up Santa facing off against a group of armed mercenaries threatening a wealthy family. The concept of a tough Claus taking on bad guys isn’t entirely new. In 2020, Mel Gibson embodied the jolly hero in the entertaining, highly recommended movie “Fatman.”

Avatar: The Way of Water (December 16) – With “The Way of Water,” visionary director James Cameron finally gives us the longawaited sequel to 2009’s box office monster “Avatar.” The original cast returns with other additions and, hopefully, something new and exciting to enhance the visual experience.

“Avatar” was never about the narrative and characters. The key to the film’s power was the expert use of 3D technology that made it a transcendent theatrical event. Theater owners, hit hard by the COVID pandemic, are counting on Cameron to reinvigorate audiences. Are you ready to step back into the colorful world of Pandora? Something tells me this holiday season will bring long lines and packed theaters prepared to don the glasses and take the “Avatar” ride. ■

Devotion (now playing) – l Fix Rating 7/10 – The Korean War that ran from 1950 through 1953 is often called the forgotten war. And “Devotion” focuses on a neglected heroic story during the early days of that conflict.

Navy fighter

with Jonathan W. Hickman

Capsule Reviews … New Rating System - A “Fix" is recommended with a rating between 6 and 10! a “No Fix” with ratings of 1 to 5 isn’t. http://dailyfilmfix.com/

Jonathan W. Hickman is an entertainment attorney, filmmaker, college professor, and novelist. More about Jonathan can be found by visiting http://filmproductionlaw.com/)

The Bookmark

with Susan Crutchfield

The Holiday Season at The Carnegie

The holiday season is a special time of year. My family and I celebrate Christmas and we have lots of fun traditions. I have four sisters so the holidays have always been a fun and busy time for us. We have a Christmas cookie baking day every year which is one of my favorite events of the year. Instead of doing stockings we do Christmas baskets. You can fit a lot more stocking stuffers in baskets! One year we did a hygge Christmas where we wore PJs and ate soup. It was amazing!

I think the holiday season in downtown Newnan is spectacular and represents many years of Christmas traditions in our community. The lights and the decorations make it so festive. As soon as that big Christmas wreath goes up in the front window of the Carnegie Library we know the holiday season has officially begun. There are so many fun events downtown and all around Coweta County. The Carnegie Library will be getting into the spirit this year by hosting several of these special events.

First up, we will be hosting Santa Claus on Friday, December 2nd for the Stories from the North Pole Variety Show. Magician Dewayne Reynolds puts on an excellent show and then he will be taking photos with the kids. We will be holding our sixth annual Polar Express Pajama Party on Friday, December 9th. We decorate cookies, drink hot chocolate and then watch the movie. This is always such a fun event. For the adults in our community, we have a Holiday Ornament craft on Thursday, December 15th. And before the busyness of the holiday season overwhelms you, take an hour on Friday, December 16th for Sound Healing, where we work through some guided breath-work practices to help center and focus the mind, followed by an immersion of sound allowing you to drift into a meditative state.

All these programs do require advanced registration so please visit our website at www.newnancarnegie. com to find the registration links and more information on each program.

And I would be remiss if I didn’t suggest a few books to read this month: In a Holidaze by Christina Lauren, The Gift of the Magi by O. Henry, The Matzah Ball by Jean Meltzer, A Chirstmas Carol by Charles Dickens, The Deal of a Lifetime by Fredrik Backman, Little Women by Luisa May Alcott, and One Day in December by Josie Silver.

I want to wish everyone a very happy and safe holiday season and here’s to an amazing 2023! Can’t wait to see you all at the Carnegie!

Susan Crutchfield is the director of the Carnegie Library in Historic Downtown Newnan. She also is a professional photographer and enjoys volunteering with the Newnan ArtRez and the Newnan Theatre Company. ■

The Carnegie Library in downtown Newnan offers many features & services including Adult Programs, Adult Reading Room, Art Gallery, Children’s Programs, Young Adult & Teen programs, Children’s Reading Room w/Computer, Computers & Wi-Fi, Honor Books for adults, children and teens, Magazines & Newspapers, and much more. Visit them at 1 LaGrange St., Newnan or online www.newnancarnegie.com

The Coweta County Ferst Foundation mission is to provide a free monthly age-appropriate book for every child under the age of five in Coweta County. Visit our website for more information: cowetaferst.org

Did You Know?

• 61% of low-income families do not have a single piece of age-appropriate reading material in their home?

• 1/3rd of Georgia’s children start school unprepared to learn?

• 75% of Georgia’s students who are poor readers in the third grade will remain poor readers in high school?

How Do Books Help?

The more words a child hears, the larger the child’s vocabulary and the larger the child’s vocabulary, the more likely the child will be a proficient reader. However, in order to read with a child, books must be in the home.

Coweta Ferst Foundation, P.O. Box 336, Newnan, GA 30264 http://cowetaferst.org/

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The Bookmark is sponsored by Coweta Public Library System

Coweta Community Foundation now accepting applications for $500 classroom grants

The December 9 application deadline is nearing for the Coweta Community Foundation’s next round of Classroom Education Grants. The Foundation will award several grants in the amount of $500 each. Grants may be used for classroom educational purposes, school clubs or for the school itself.

Only one grant application per award cycle may be submitted by a Coweta County educator. All applications must be complete, with all of the requested supporting documents uploaded to the Foundation’s grants portal. Applicants will receive an email confirming that their grant application was received. Applications may be submitted at https://bit.ly/CCFClassroom

Classroom teachers may also obtain applications by contacting the CCF office or the principal of their school. Deadline for submission is December 9, 2022, and the Foundation’s Grants Committee will begin reviewing applications on December 13, 2022. All recipients will be notified in writing before December 31, 2022.

The Coweta Community Foundation is a publicly supported 501(c)3 organization whose mission is to enhance our community’s quality of life by encouraging philanthropic interaction in Coweta County. For more information, call the Foundation at 770-253-1833 or visit cowetafoundation.org

The HISTORY

7 Main St., Moreland, GA 30259

Join Newnan-Coweta Historical Society (NCHS), 74 Jackson St., for these FUN December events!

The McRitchie-Hollis Museum is check-in, will call and walk up ticket sales for the Newnan Christmas Tour of Homes December 2. Enjoy refreshments and tour the museum before heading out to see all the lovely homes decorated for Christmas! Tickets: newnantourofhomes.com

Bring the kids for Cookies (and photos) with Santa December 4 at the museum from 1 to 3:30 p.m.

Catch the NCHS float during the Newnan Christmas Parade December 10 Local Author Book Signing December 15 Join NCHS from 5 to 7 p.m. for an evening of holiday cheer with a literary twist! We’ll celebrate the local flavor of Newnan with 3 very different local authors who’ve recently published books. Hobnob with the authors, hear them read excerpts and take home a signed book or two or three for yourself or as excellent Christmas gifts! 5 p.m. Reception; 5:30 p.m. Author Talks; 6 p.m. Book Signings

EVENTS VENUE

The Old Moreland Mill

Coweta schools adopt both 2023-24, 2024-25 calendars

From Coweta County Schools Press Release

Following public input, the Coweta County Board of Education approved new academic-year calendars for the 2023-24 and 2024-25 school years at its November 8th meeting.

Two calendar options for each school year are to the right or at https://www.cowetaschools.net/

The school board adopted the Option 1 calendar that was proposed to the public in September. That calendar option was modified, based on survey input, to move a Monday teacher workday in October to staff pre-planning days in August, and continue holding that Monday as a student and employee Fall Break holiday.

The adopted calendars closely follow the calendar used by the school system in recent years and include:

• School starts Wednesday, August 2, in 2023

• An October Fall Break weekend October 6-9

• A full week Thanksgiving Break November 20-24

• A two-week Christmas December 18-29

• A New Year’s Break Jan. 1 and 2

• A one-week Winter Break February 19-23

• Spring Break April 1-5.

The calendars maintain 180 days of student instruction, divided into two 90-day semesters (or 89/91 days or 88/92 days). The first semester concludes before the start of holidays in December to allow for high school course completion and final exams prior to the Christmas and New Year’s break.

The calendars were adopted by the board following two months of public input through an online survey.

Just over 72 percent of respondents preferred the proposed Option 1 calendar, out of 1,560 people who took the survey. The Option 2 calendar shortened the Christmas and New Year’s break and started the school year slightly later in August.

The survey also asked participants to rate how important it is to maintain the traditional Coweta school-year holidays in the upcoming school-year calendars.

77 percent of respondents said that the two-day fall break (four-day weekend, three-day employee weekend) was important to them. 82 percent said the full-week Thanksgiving Break was important to maintain, 81 percent said the full two-week Christmas and New Year’s Break was important to maintain, and 70 percent of respondents said the full-week February (Winter) break was important to maintain in school calendars going forward.

The results of the survey and respondents’ comments and suggestions were provided to the school board to inform their decision.

Coweta County School System

A few more photos from Santa’s visit on the Square

Look for more Santa Sightings …

Photos with Santa at Lee-Goodrum

Pharmacy December 1, from 5 to 7 p.m.

Stories from the North Pole at The Carnegie December 2, from 11 a.m. to Noon Santa arrives at Ashley Park’s Very Merry Holiday Extravaganza December 2, 4 to 8 p.m.

Santa & Mrs Claus visit Madras Community Center December 3, 10 to 11:30 a.m. CruisIn’ To Christmas Toy Drive & Classic Car Show at Ashley Park December 3, 2 to 7 p.m.

Light Up Senoia with Santa December 3, 4 p.m.

Cookies with Santa at McRitchie-Hollis Museum December 4, 1 to 3:30 p.m.

1 Mile Fun Run with Santa at BTG Glow Run at Ashley Park December 4 at 6 p.m. There may be more. Look in future December issues of The Weekly.