5 minute read
around downTown
from The PAPER June 2023
by Ruth Doyal
Main Street Newnan 6 First Avenue, Newnan, GA 30263 770.253.8283 mainstreetnewnan.com
Market Day • Saturday, June 3 & July 1, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
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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.
Summer NewnaNights • June 8
The Summer NewnaNights will take place on the 2nd Thursday of the month from 6 - 9 p.m. and will feature family friendly music and entertainment.! The park will also be filled with various festivities, food trucks and vendor booths/sponsor booths.
Summer Wined-Up • June 16, 5-9 p.m.
The downtown wine-tasting event that takes place each year during the month of June. Individual tastings occur at a different downtown business, where guests should expect to perform a “wine walk” that moves through over 25 host locations. The merchants who host this event will feature different hor d’oeuvres and a variety of whites, reds, and specialty blend wines for guests to sample.
Jenna Kim Jones • July 1, 7-9 p.m.
Movies
Regal Cinemas
Georgian 14 Ashley Park
237 Newnan Crossing Bypass, Newnan 844.462.7342 www.regmovies.com
NCG Cinemas at Fischer Crossings 55 Fischer Crossings Blvd., Sharpsburg 678-326-4460 www.ncgmovies.com
McRitchie-Hollis Museum
74 Jackson St., Newnan • 770.251.0207 newnancowetahistoricalsociety.com www.explorenewnancoweta.com
LocaL TheaTre
24 1st Ave, Newnan • 770-683-6282 http://newnantheatre.org
• The NITWITS will be holding FREE improv workshops every Saturday in July
• Auditions for our next interactive murder mystery & dinner
Frankenstein’s Monster Prom will be on June 13 & 14
• Season tickets are available for the 2023-2023 season. They can be purchased online or by visiting the box office.
• NTC is excited to now be offering acting classes as well as a Conservatory for actors to improve their skills. See our website for more details.
The Legacy TheaTre
The Legacy Theatre
1175 Senoia Rd., Suite C., Tyrone, GA., 30290 http://www.thelegacytheatre.org/
The Little Mermaid • June 30 - July 30
Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen’s most beloved stories and the classic animated film, Disney’s The Little Mermaid is a hauntingly beautiful love story for the ages. With music by eighttime Academy Award winner, Alan Menken, this fishy fable will capture your heart with its irresistible songs, including “Under the Sea,” “Kiss the Girl” and “Part of Your World.”
Known for her relatable, true-to-life brand of humor, Jenna Kim Jones- the comedian for the everyday woman, will be performing a set of all-new material at the Wadsworth Auditorium. The observational, self-deprecating comedian, SiriusXM’s #2 mostplayed female comedian (behind Joan Rivers) and eighth overall across all ten channels, will use the one-night-only performance to record her next album.
The Carnegie Library
1 LaGrange Street, Newnan • 770.683.1347 newnancarnegie.com
Exercise Is Medicine, Gentle Yoga and Crochet, Book Club with Lola, , Literary Circle Book Club, and more.
Lunch and Learn: The Restorative Power of History Friday, June 2, Noon to 1 p.m
Chris Joyner, an investigative reporter with The AJC, will talk about his journey unearthing the trials of Carrollton sharecropper Clarence Henderson and its generational impact on a family and community.
40 Greenway Court, Suite D, Newnan www.southernarcdance.org • 770.683.3724
Flower Festival June 3, 5 p.m. Check their website and Facebook page for more information.
Visit newnancarnegie.com and eventbrite.com for information. Look for Joy of Container Gardening, Hometown Novel Nights and Build-A-Catapult Challenge are some upcoming May events. Some events require reservations and space is limited.
Southside Theatre Guild
20 W Campbellton St, Fairburn, GA 30213 770-969-0956 • http://www.stgplays.com/
Serenbe
9110 Selborne Lane, Suite 210, Chattahoochee Hills, GA 30268 serenbefarms.com
Serenbe Farmers Market • Saturdays 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the Selborne Green. Fresh produce, artisanal prepared foods, and fine arts and crafts.
Serenbe Farms Tours Saturdays 3 p.m. on The Farm in Grange to learn about growing organic produce.
Cruizin Coweta Car Show at Coweta County Fairgrounds
Second annual Cruzin Coweta Car Show!
Many awards,giveaways,food trucks, and DJ on stage!
June 3, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Newnan Leisure Services host their inaugural National Recreation and Park Association Family Health and Fitness Day on June 10, from 10 a.m. to Noon at First Avenue Park. Enjoy quick exercise sessions presented by local health and fitness providers, visit local vendors for wellness tips and food, and let the kids run wild through the blow-up obstacle course. Contact Katie Mosley, Leisure Services Manager. Kmosley@newnanga.gov; 678-673-5507
Free Movie Monday June 12 & 26 at Wadsworth Auditorium
Minions: The Rise of Gru June 12, 10:30 a.m. 25 Jefferson Street, Newnan, GA 30263
Join Newnan Leisure Services for another Free Movie Monday event! They will be presenting the 2022 Illumination animated hit Minions: The Rise of Gru! Free popcorn will be provided whether you are dressed as a minion or not. The film is rated PG for action, violence, and rude humor.
Puss in Boots: The Last Wish June 26, 10:30 a.m.
Join Newnan Leisure Services presentsthe 2022 Shrek franchise spinoff! Make sure all nine of your lives are available to enjoy this movie with some free popcorn! The film is rated PG for rude humor and language, action/violence, and some scary moments. https://www.newnanga.gov
Mark Your Calendar. Play Ball for Lewis!
The Lewis Grizzard Games …
3 Days of Summer Fun … June 22-24
Lewis Grizzard won his fame as a writer; he began as a sports reporter. He loved playing and writing about all sports. In his youth he lettered in high school sports in baseball and basketball. Join us for this tribute to Lewis; ball games for all ages!
Free participation, but registration required @morelandadventure.com
Come out and play and cheer the teams on!
Enjoy exhibits from the Coweta County Sports Hall of Fame!
Thanks to our partners at the Coweta County Parks & Recreation Department and the Coweta County Sports Hall of Fame!
KICK-OFF is Thursday, June 22 4:30 p.m. at Sprayberry’s BBQ 229 Jackson St. Newnan, GA 30263
Music, prize give aways and contests.
Dine at Lewis favorite BBQ restaurant!
Ceremonies honoring Lewis Grizzard kick off a weekend of fun.
YOUTH GAMES Friday, June 23, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Temple Avenue Complex, Coweta County Parks & Recreation Dept.
39 Hospital Rd. Newnan, GA 30263
Young athletes compete in Softbal,Basketball Games and Contests.
FINALE Lewis Grizzard Invitational Softball Game
Saturday, June 24, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Temple Avenue Complex
Coweta County Parks & Recreation Dept.
39 Hospital Rd. Newnan, GA 30263
Sports journalists and area celebrities face off in this exhibition game.
@morelandadventure.com
Senoia
Senoia Area Historical Society History Museum
6 Couch St, Senoia, GA 30276 Facebook and Instagram. senoiaareahistoricalsociety.org
Check Facebook for the latest.
Emily Nadeau Travels • June 8 Embark on an extraordinary visual journey as Emily shares her 30 year exploration of the world. Light Fare 6:30 p.m. Program 7 p.m.
Senoia Farmers Market
Saturdays 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 40 Travis St., Senoia senoiafarmersmarket on Facebook. Fresh local produce, vendors and artisans.
Senoia Alive After 5 June 16, 5 p.m.
Senoia Shopping, Dining, Music and More
Visit http://www.enjoysenoia.net for more information on these and other upcoming events in Senoia.
OutdOOrs
Chattahoochee Bend State Park
425 Bobwhite Way, Newnan, GA 30263 www.gastateparks.org/ChattahoocheeBend
Hike and Paddle 2023 • July 1, July 29, August 26, October 14, 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. You must contact before you go and get information 770.254.7271
Check website and Facebook page for upcoming events!