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Bill Hammond, Coweta County 4-H Extension Agent Coweta 4-H is making a difference in the lives of families in need, and they need your help. For many years, Georgia 4-H has collected pop tabs from aluminum soda cans for recycling. The proceeds from recycling are donated to the Ronald McDonald House Charities. This year, Coweta County 4-H collected over 330 pounds of pop tabs, combined them with pop tabs from all of Georgia 4-H, and donated the recycling proceeds to the Ronald McDonald House.
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Newnan Porchfest 2025: A Celebration of Music, Culture, and Community
The inaugural Newnan Porchfest is set to debut on May 31, 2025, bringing a full day of live music, local creativity, and community spirit. Historic homes and inviting porches in the College-Temple Historic District will serve as the stage for this unforgettable event, running from noon to 9 p.m. across the heart of Downtown Newnan.
The Ronald McDonald House is a place where families with children who are sick or injured can stay when they need medical care far from home. This charity provides families with a place to sleep, eat, and relax at no cost while their child receives treatment in a nearby hospital. The goal of the Ronald McDonald House is to help families stay close to their children during difficult times without having to worry about where they will sleep or how they will pay for a hotel, allowing parents to focus on what matters most: their child’s health and recovery. Recycling pop tabs is just one way that Georgia 4-H helps support youth and families and shows how small actions can make a big difference when a community works together. You can be part of this amazing effort. It’s easy. All you need to do is save your pop tabs from aluminum cans in a sealable plastic bag or other container, and bring them to your nearest elementary school, or the Coweta Extension Office. Encourage your friends, family, neighbors, and co-workers to collect pop tabs too. The more people who participate, the more tabs will be collected, and the more money will be raised to help families in need. It’s a simple way to make a big difference in a family’s life during a trying time. One of our young 4-H members, Anna Hammond and her family, have directly benefited from the Ronald McDonald House. Anna was born with a congenital heart defect which needed life-saving surgery when she was just 2 months old. At the time, she lived 4 hours away from the children’s hospital, Anna’s family was able to stay at the nearby Atlanta Ronald McDonald House while she was in the hospital for 13 days. During this time, the family had a room to rest in, food and snacks to eat, and support from fellow residents while they helped her recover. Anna is now a happy and energetic 7-year-old who is part of the Coweta 4-H Cloverbuds Club and 4-H Homeschool Club and is eager to be more involved in 4-H as she grows up.
Porchfest is a free, family-friendly event where porches transform into stages and streets become gathering spaces for music lovers and neighbors alike. This first-ever festival will feature a lineup of talented musicians from various genres, showcasing the rich musical diversity of the region. Newnan Porchfest benefits The Newnan-Coweta History Center, which will host a garden tour in the neighborhood.
When you collect pop tabs for the Ronald McDonald House, you are not just recycling. You are helping provide a safe and supportive place for families who are going through a tough time. You are showing them that people care and making it possible for them to be close to their children as they recover. Your efforts, along with Georgia 4-H, can help change lives and bring hope to families when they need it most. So, start saving your pop tabs today and be part of something special! Every tab counts, and together, Coweta County 4-H can “Make the Best Better” by supporting the Ronald McDonald House Charities. For more information about 4-H or how to support the Ronald McDonald House with your pop tabs, contact the Coweta County Extension Office at 770-254-2620 or Coweta.extension@uga.edu.
Call for Musicians and Hosts: Porchfest invites musicians of all ages and genres to apply for performance slots. Applications are open now and can be submitted through the official Porchfest website at newnanporchfest.com.
Bill Hammond – The University of Georgia College of Agricultural & Environmental Sciences is an Equal Coweta County 4-H Extension Agent Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Veteran, Disability Institution.
"The Newnan Porchfest is a way to bring our community together through the universal language of music," said Melody Kiser, the event’s primary organizer. "We’re excited to launch this new tradition and create an exciting opportunity to establish Newnan as a vibrant music destination.” The 2025 edition will introduce local food and art vendors, children’s activities, an art auction, a historic garden tour, over 20 musicians and bands, and more, ensuring there is something for the whole family. Two VIP experiences are available, hosted by The Newnan-Coweta History Center and The Alamo. Of course, no Porchfest would be complete without four-legged friends—dogs are not only welcome but encouraged to join in the festivities!
Volunteers Needed: Porchfest thrives because of the dedication of volunteers. Those passionate about community events and live music can sign up to help with logistics, artist coordination, and more. Sponsorship Opportunities: Local businesses are invited to support Porchfest by becoming sponsors. This is a unique opportunity to gain visibility while contributing to a new local tradition. For more information, visit newnanporchfest.com or follow us on social media at @newnanporchfest.
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