Jess Barron was named Citizen of the Year by the Kiwanis Clubs on January 29 during the annual event at the Newnan Centre.
In an at times emotional acceptance speech, Jess thanked each of the other four nominees, mentioning something each had done for the community.
Jess’s dad Frank Barron and grandfather, Lindsey Barron, were previous COTY winners.
The award honors an individual showing outstanding leadership and citizenship within the community, someone who has demonstrated exemplary vision, civic pride, and a strong commitment to a better Coweta. A nominee is selected by previous COTY winners. The 2025 winner was April Anderson.
Those nominated for the 2026 Citizen of the Year were Kevin Barbee, Jess, Deidre Bembry, Scott Cortner, and Justin Halford. Each nominee has selected a local non-profit organization, and a donation will be made in honor of the winner and their charity.
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⁕ Photos from the January 29’s 2026 Citizen of the Year ceremony
⁕ An Interview with Shirley Hines
⁕ Coach Corby Has Some Advice
⁕ There’s a New Joint You Have To Try
⁕ Jonathan W. Hickman’s Streaming Suggestions
⁕ Newnan Carnegie’s Susan Crutchfield has your next read in Bookmarks
⁕ Kris Youman’s Local Music Calendar
⁕ Atlanta Hawks, United and Braves Calendars
⁕ Locations Calendar
⁕ Coweta Senior Services Calendar
⁕ there’s additional events on pages 6, 10, 15, 16, 17, 26, 30 and 31
Look for more in the February issue of The Coweta Shopper
Advertise your upcoming event! info@wintersmedia.net
Southern Serenity’s First Year Anniversary Event Feb. 10
A night of beauty, wellness and exclusive deals. 4:30 to 6:30pm 2959 Sharpsburg McCollum Road Giveaways, Free Vein Screenings and Chair Massages, Swag Bags. RSVP 770-400-5808
ELEVATE Coweta Dinner for 2 Feb. 13
enjoy a ready-to-cook gourmet Valentine’s Day meal for two: 2 Certified Angus Filet Mignon, Potatoes Au Gratin, a vegetable, 2 side salads, dessert for 2, a bottle of Cabernet Sauvignon. Tickets elevatecowetastudents.org
Smallcakes Has Sweet Treats for Your Valentine
Keep Newnan Beautiful Paint Recycling Feb. 21
8 a.m. to Noon in the parking lot behind Newnan’s City Hall at 25 LaGrange Street. For more information or questions, contact the KNB office at 678-673-5505, email knb@newnanga.gov or visit: https://www.keepnewnanbeautiful.org/
Jess Barron with 2025 Citizen of the Year April Anderson more photos on page 8
The Interview with Shirley Hines
Briefly describe yourself and what you do/did.
If I had it to do over…
I am a retired Delta Air Lines professional with more than 20 years of service and a former County Commissioner in Meriwether County. At my core, I am a community engager and connector with a deep passion for civic engagement. Throughout my career and public service, I have focused on building bridges, advocating for opportunity, and helping people and communities thrive.
Best piece of advice you’ve received.
Own your reach—don’t speak on things you don’t fully understand. Let your actions speak louder than your words, and always show your level of commitment through what you do, not just what you say.
I would start working with a financial planner or financial management professional much earlier in life.
You are going on an extended solo trip. What three albums and three books would you take?
Albums:
The Temptations (any collection)
Lee Williams & The Spiritual QC’s
Frankie Beverly & Maze
Books:
The Bible
Think and Grow Rich by Dennis Kimbro and Napoleon Hill
Inspirational books by Pastor Joel Osteen
Tell us one thing about yourself that few people know. I have gone skydiving.
You are hosting a dinner party for six. What five people, living or dead, would you invite and why?
Harriet Tubman – for her courage and unwavering determination
Shirley Chisholm – for her boldness and unapologetic leadership
Mary McLeod Bethune – for her visionary commitment to education and empowerment
Eleanor Roosevelt – a true game changer in leadership and advocacy
Michelle Obama – for her ability to speak truth to power with grace and strength
Name an as-yet unfulfilled dream.
To do missionary work abroad.
If you weren’t doing what you are, you would be…
A foster parent.
Your go-to food.
Butter pecan ice cream.
Favorite movie(s).
It’s a Wonderful Life, Malcolm X, and The Green Mile.
Dogs or cats?
Dogs — I have a Golden Retriever named Maxx.
Your favorite quote and why.
Albert Einstein said, “Any fool can know something. The point is to understand it.” I love this quote because true understanding changes how you act. My grandmother used to say, “You do better when you know better.” Understanding builds empathy and compassion, and it should always influence how we treat others.
Name something you are extremely glad you did or accomplished.
Taking my mother to Hawaii — it was the first of many mother-daughter trips we shared. I am also incredibly proud to have established the West Central Georgia Black Chamber of Commerce at this season of my life.
What advice would you give your younger self just starting out?
Invest in yourself, and make time for the things that truly bring you joy.
Notes from Perry Street
There is an old adage along the lines of “the more things change, the more they remain the same.”
There is a similar verse in Ecclesiastes (which is the hardest book of the Bible to spell and thank the good Lord for spell check). Anyway, Chapter 1:9 states, “History merely repeats itself. It has all been done before. Nothing under the sun is truly new.”
I am always amazed at how people keep coming up with new ways to say the same thing. A case in point was something that was all the rage in journalism a while back: native advertising.
Coming from Oklahoma, “native” to me meant American Indian. Back then, states with large Indian populations started letting the various tribes operate casinos. So, in my brilliant mind, and attending various seminars during a big newspaper convention, I figured they had found a way to tap into casino advertising.
I made it through about 15 minutes of the first session on this powerful new tool, AKA native advertising, when it finally struck me.
I raised my hand and simply asked … “Isn’t this just advertorials?” Complete silence from the group, a snicker or two, and I asked again, “well’?
“Um, well, it is more complicated than that,” the “trainer” said. And went on a short spiel before I just said again, “So it is a pretend news story about the advertiser to make it seem more important.”
“Well, yes, but ..”
“Yeah, that’s an advertorial” I said as I left.
Our offices are in downtown Newnan at a place called (and located) 15 Perry Street. You can have your own small office space, there are conference rooms, and candy. You can rent space by the hour, day, or month. And there is a great group of people you can bounce ideas off.
Such as my favorite lawyer, Katie.
“Katie, what is an ‘analog bag?’” I asked her across the room. Katie has teenagers, so I figured it was a teen thing.
So Katie starts with the whole Gen Zers (don’t worry, I looked it up for you), those born in the late 1990s and who are known as true digital natives, growing up with the internet, smartphones, and social media, shaping them to be techsavvy, diverse, socially conscious, and pragmatic. That’s according to Google AI or whatever it is called.
So, to keep it simple: it is for teenagers who cannot get off their phones to - literally - save their lives.
Basically, as Katie put it, and again, she is a lawyer, so she can be pretty direct and to the point, it’s a bag to put nonsmartphone things in so one doesn’t spend their entire life on their phone.
A “detox” bag, Katie said. And Katie was right, because she’s a really good lawyer and gets to the point. Here’s another definition:
“In simple words, it’s a bag filled with things you could reach for instead of your phone: crafts, crosswords, a book, a journal. People seem to enjoy this and say it helps to break the habit.” Thank you, AI
“So it’s a book bag, or backpack?” I ask as Katie gives me a thumbs-up.
“History merely repeats itself. It has all been done before. Nothing under the sun is truly new.”
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Coach Corby Change Your Life Tomorrow - Today
“What are you going to do today that will change your life tomorrow forever?”
Just think about that. Is there one small thing you want to commit to today that can change your life tomorrow forever? Most of us want to make change in our lives, but we can get so overwhelmed at the very thought of it so we don’t take the initial step. Then we end up doing nothing at all.
Making changes is hard, well, actually very hard, whether it is starting an exercise program, eating healthier, stopping an addictive behavior or just beginning to attend church regularly. Whatever issue you are facing you can do it, but you need a plan and probably a support system.
Here are some ways to make changes in our lives easier.
Start today and start small. Small is ok. But start. Personally, I know what it’s like to feel stuck and feeling overwhelmed on where to start. I highly recommend choosing just one or maybe two goals.
Be patient with yourself when making a new change in your life. Research indicates it often takes about 21 days to form a new habit and about 90 to make it more permanent. But that said, just take one day at a time and do not throw in the towel if your plan goes sideways . All hope is not lost. Just reboot the plan in place.
Remember most of all that “Nothing changes if nothing changes!” Sadly, doing the same thing over and over again is just going to give you the same results. Making a new choice is the first Great Step to change. So just start with a small change and it is totally okay to ask for help from friends, spouses or even a counselor.
As a counselor and life coach, I too have wanted to make changes in my life. I too have been depressed and overwhelmed by life. There was a particular time I was really struggling. I needed help so I went back to therapy and faced the fact that getting up in the morning was overwhelming. So I started setting my alarm on my phone for 12 noon. I knew I had to get out of bed and start taking care of myself. Each day I was out of bed by noon was a personal success.
To this day the alarm on my phone still goes off every day at noon and I consider that a big win and no matter where I am I remember that feeling of personal progress and success.
Another big issue is our thoughts and how they greatly influence our behavior. So if you find yourself saying negative things to yourself like “ I can never change” you probably want to change the narrative and your self-talk .
Rather than saying “I can’t change,” you can say “I am changing for the better every day” or, I deserve to be loved by myself and others, or I am capable of changing. I believe scriptures can also be very helpful such as Psalms 37:4, John 15:7 Jeremiah 29:11 You are not alone. The Lord is with you every step of the way and He wants you to walk in peace, joy, hope, grace, forgiveness and freedom. Even finding quotes that inspire you is great too.
I love the SMART goals ( S pecific- M easurable - A chievable- R ealistic - T ime). And I also love setting short-term, mid-term, and long-term goals.
For example, rather than saying “I am going to exercise everyday seven days a week for an hour a day,” but you haven’t exercised in years, then it might be unrealistic. It is better to experience small successes than failed goals.
Smart goals are critical to your success. Such as committing to exercising 3 days a week and you are more than likely to reach your goals. Even just consider yoga stretches in your bed. or small hand weights to exercise with while watching television. Think about committing to making lunch two days a week rather than eating out five days a week. Goodness, even just putting on some great music and dancing around the house is great for you.
I believe we all want to live a better life. I believe that God will give you the strength to make those changes you desire. He can help you start over again and live that life.
Take the first step today. Freedom awaits you and tomorrow will certainly be a new day when you begin making new choices today!
You can do it!
COTY story and photos
continued from page 1
Guidelines for selecting the nominee include:
• The nominee should live in Coweta County, and his/her activities should be centered in Coweta County and the surrounding area.
• Consideration will be given to those who demonstrate leadership and performance in multiple areas of community service over a period of years.
• The nominee may be an individual from any walk of life, and there are no requirements or restrictions relating to gender, age, race, religion or ethnic background.
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BRICK RANCH on 2 level lots in north Coweta with stunning inground pool and pavillion in this custom built builder's personal home. Includes spacious LR w/masonry fireplace/bookshelves. Formal DR. Updated fully equipped kitchen w/stainless appliances, movable work island w/matching cabinetry, loads of cabinets, walk-in pantry, breakfast bar and breakfast area opening to sunroom w/gas log fireplace and bookshelves. Powder room off kitchen area. Huge laundry room. Office with exterior entrance. Double garage w/remote access, cabinets and storage closet. Primary BR w/private updated BA and his and hers closets. Two additional BRs w/updated full bath. Foam insulated attic means lower energy bills plus cedar closet for off season clothing and Versalift makes access the attic with heavy items a breeze. Beautifully landscaped yard and private pool area insures family fun for years. Brick pool house. 12'x24' Wood storage building is ideal for lawn mower or garden tools storage. Extra lot is ideal for children's play area, ball fields, garden or pets. Gutter guards. Sprinkler system. Alarm system including 8 cameras. Priced based on recent independent appraisal at $675,000. Frank.
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SALTWATER POOL. Gorgeous open lawn & wooded grounds. 5BR, 5.5BA home w/ grand 2-story foyer entrance, elegant, curved staircase, exposed beams, coffered ceilings, oak & travertine tile flooring, solid wood doors, glass doorknobs, French doors, high ceilings, built-in bookcases, custom cabinetry, marble & granite counters, paneled wainscoting, designer lighting & fixtures, wallpaper mural. Gorgeous kitchen w/ butler's pantry, high-end appliances. Office w/ fireplace. DR w/ crystal chandelier. Office over garage w/ full Bath. Great room/family room w/ gas fireplace, porch access, powder room. Spectacular owner's wing & suite w/ fireplace, custom closet w/ built-ins & island, spa-like bath w/ lake views. Upper level has 4BRs w/ 2BAs. Basement w/ custom wood paneling, copper tin ceiling, bar w/ lighting display. family room w/ fireplace, walkout patio to pool, stubbed theatre room, billiards area, steam room, hobby room. 30 minutes from Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport. This home has been cared for with an attention to detail! $1,499,900. Jess.
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Cassy McKoy joins Lindsey’s, Inc. Realtors
Lindsey’s, Inc. Realtors is excited to welcome Cassy McKoy to our company!
As a true Coweta County native, Cassy’s heart has always been in this community. Her life has been defined by active local involvement and a deep love for the people who live here.
Cassy understands that a home is where memories are made—a sentiment she shares with her husband Greg, their four children, and three grandchildren. She treats every client like family, dedicated to finding the perfect property that fits your unique lifestyle. If If you’re ready to take the next step in your real estate journey, Cassy is ready to lead the way. Cassy can be reached at 678-8586588 or CassyM@LindseysRealtors.com.
The LOCATIONS
Around downtown
Main Street Newnan
Love Local • Feb. 13, 5pm shop, sip, and stroll through downtown while enjoying exclusive specials, themed drinks, and festive experiences.
Market Day is back March 7 Visit mainstreetnewnan.com for more info.
McRitchie-Hollis Museum
74 Jackson St., Newnan • 770-251-0207 newnancowetahistory.com
NCHC Super Sunday • Feb. 8, 1 to 4pm
Check Facebook and our website for upcoming events.
Edgar B. Hollis Distinguished Author Series 11:30 am to 1 pm
Terah Shelton Harris February 20 Lynn Cullen February 26
Lunch and Learn with Rosie the Riveter Friday, March 13, 2026 at 11:30 am as well as Exercise Is Medicine, Gentle Yoga and Crochet, Book Club with Lola, Literary Circle Book Club, and more … … Some events require reservations .
Save the date … Southern LitFest. LitFest 2026 returns in June with the theme “Read All About It: Journalists Turned Authors”, featuring notable authors and a visit from headliner Rick Bragg
Check website for fun things to do! explorenewnancoweta.com
A series of eight short plays that explore various unexpected twists and turns in the lives of ordinary people, including friends, lovers, and even superheroes, often incorporating humor and heartwarming moments while tackling relatable themes that leave the audience surprised and emotionally engaged. Tickets, info and more at www.newnantheatre.org
The Legacy TheaTre
1175 Senoia Rd., Suite C., Tyrone, GA., 30290
Jimmy Buffett’s Escape to Margaritaville Performances Fridays - Sundays, Feb 6-22
A musical comedy featuring the most-loved Jimmy Buffett classics, including “Cheeseburger in Paradise”, “Margaritaville,” “It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere,” “Fins,” “Volcano,” and many more. With a book by Emmy Award winner Greg Garcia (“My Name is Earl,” “Raising Hope”) and Emmy nominee Mike O’Malley (“Survivor’s Remorse,” “Shameless”), this hilarious, heartwarming musical is the party you’ve been waiting for!
Check website for tix, info legacytheatre.com
Southside Theatre Guild
20 W Campbellton St, Fairburn, GA 30213 770-969-0956 • stgplays.com
Tuck Everlasting Thurs., April 9-Sun., April 19
SenoiA
Senoia Area Historical Society History Museum
6 Couch St, Senoia, GA 30276 Facebook and Instagram. senoiahistory.com
Super Sunday • Feb. 8, 1 to 4pm
Love Stories of Senoia • Feb. 12. 6:30pm
Come meet new Museum Director, Cat Nolan as she shares interesting love stories from Senoia’s colorful past and the artifacts that help keep their stories alive. For more info, visit senoiahistory.com
Senoia
Farmers Market
Resumes March 21
Senoia Alive After Five Resumes April 17
Visit enjoysenoia.com for more information.
Newnan Cultural Arts Commission
The Newnan Cultural Arts Commission presents Peach State Opera: Hansel & Gretel • Feb. 14
Check website or Facebook for more info.
92 Farmer St., Newnan near the skate park ccaahm.org 470-414-1647
Bring your loved ones to an enchanting evening with the Peach State Opera as they present Engelbert Humperdinck’s “Hansel and Gretel.” Follow two brave siblings as they wander into a world of gingerbread houses, mischievous witches, and heartwarming hope all set to a folk-inspired score. Perfect for families, date night, opera lovers, and first-timers alike. Doors will open one hour before the show. Concessions available.
*Event is apart of the NCAC 2026 Winter Performance Series*
Charles Wadsworth: A Hometown Tribute • March 7 Check their Facebook page for more info.
Centre for Performing & Visual Arts 1523 Lower Fayetteville Rd., Newnan, GA 30265 thenixoncentre.net 770-254-2787
CeCe Teneal’s Divas of Soul Thursday, February 5, 7pm Music from Aretha Franklin, Gladys Knight, Chaka Khan, Tina Turner, Whitney Houston and more. Travis LeDoyt: A Tribute to the King Thursday, February 12, 7pm Travis LeDoyt has been celebrated for his Elvis Presley tribute since 2001, earning the title of “The World’s Best Young Elvis.” He has shared the stage with legendary artists and performed around the globe.
1969 • Thursday, Feb. 26, 7pm What springs to mind when you recall the music of 1969, apart from the historic moon landing and the iconic Woodstock festival that still epitomizes the essence of rock festivals? It was an era filled with fantastic hits!
March 3, Tues. – Candlelight Celtic, 7 pm March 8, Sun. – Masterworks - A Masterwork with the Masterworks Chorale, 2:30 pm
40 Greenway Court, Suite D, Newnan www.southernarcdance.org • 770-683-3724
Visit website for tix info southernarcdance.org
Live MuSic
Kris Youman-Hall’s Local and Live Music
Frederick Brown Jr. Amphitheater
201 McIntosh Trail, PTC
770-631-0630
Blackberry Smoke:
Rattle, Ramble & Roll Tour 2027 Sat., April 4
Bill Engvall April 12
Peppa Pig ‘My First Concert’ April 18
Check website and Facebook for info amphitheater.org/
301 Lafayette Ave., Fayetteville, GA 30214
770-719-4173 www.TheVilleAmp.com/
at Boyd Park, 110 Smith St., LaGrange, GA 30240 706-298-5434
Ole 60 Smokestack Town Tour 2026 April 3
Crowder, Seph Schlueter, Patric Mayberry April 23 sweetland.events/
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Fox Theatre
660 Peachtree St NE (at Ponce de Leon Ave NE), Atlanta
404-881-2100
Check website … http://foxtheatre.org
Chastain Park 140 W Wieuca Rd NW, Atlanta 404-233-2227
State Farm Arena 1 Philips Dr NW (at Centennial Olympic Park Dr), Atlanta, GA 404-878-3000 Check website … statefarmarena.com
Winter Concert Series at Evergreen
A new unconventional concert series that will appeal to all ages and all music lovers!
Sun., March 8 … James Ward Trio - contemporary Christian jazz group. www.jameswardmusic.com
EVERGREEN CHURCH
400 Windgate Road, Peachtree City, 678-788-7374 info@evergreenchurchga.org | evergreenchurchga.org
are subject to change. Check venue before you go.
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Chattahoochee Bend State Park
425 Bobwhite Way, Newnan, GA 30263
Call before you go … 770-254-7271 gastateparks.org/ChattahoocheeBend Eye Spy Valentine Nature Hunt Saturdays in February, 9 am to 3 pm
Every Saturday in February bring your camera and take a look around our park for any nature item that is shaped like a heart (leaves, tree knots, rocks,etc.)
Take a picture with each item and bring your completed scavenger hunt list and pictures to the Visitor Center to claim your prize. Parking fee required.
Heart-Shaped Bird Feeders
Saturday, Feb. 14, 2-3 p.m.
Give back to nature by creating and hanging a heart shaped peanut butter suet feeder. Enjoy watching different birds at home enjoy a tasty snack. Use the Merlin App to track different species. $3 plus parking fee required.
Valentine’s Day Glow Hike
Saturday, Feb. 14, 8-9:30
Bring your sweetheart on a fun Valentines Night glow hike to the observation tower. Wear your Valentines LED lights and glow sticks, the Ranger will provide additional glow items. $5 plus parking fee required.
President’s Day Scavenger Hunt
Tuesday, Feb. 17, 1-3 p.m.
Come see how many presidents you can find along the Flat Rock Trail. Take a picture with each president you find, mark them off your list and turn into the Visitor Center to collect a prize. $3 plus parking fee required.
Mardi Gras Glow Hike
Tuesday, Feb. 17, 8-9:30 p.m. Wear you feather boas, hats, LED lights and glow sticks for this fun night hike along the riverside trail. $5 plus parking fee required.
Campfire Laughter Saturday, Feb. 28, 8:30-9:30 p.m. Come out for a fun filled evening around the campfire! There will be songs, stories and smores. Bring your own lawn chair and hot beverage. No alcohol is permitted. Parking fee required.
Keep Newnan Beautiful Has Events throughout 2026
Keep Newnan Beautiful has several events planned over the course of the upcoming year.
The next recycling event of 2026 is the first of two Paint Recycling days and will take place on Saturday, February 21. Paint Recycling is for wet paint only. Costs are $2 each for spray paint cans, $4 per gallon of latex paint, $5 per gallon of oil paint and $4 per gallon of deck/wood stain. No solvents, paint thinner/ remover, epoxy, adhesives, lacquers, gasoline, mercury or lead paint will be accepted. Fee discounts are available for City of Newnan residents. Limits may apply in some categories.
The second Paint Recycling will be held later in the fall on Saturday, September 26.
One Electronics Recycling day is on the schedule and will take place on Saturday, March 21. Below is a list of items accepted for Electronics Recycling:
CD-ROMS Floppy Drives Circuit Boards Power Supplies
Hard Drives UPS and UPS Batteries
Ni-MH/Ni-CAD Batteries
Lithium Batteries Car Batteries Cable / Wire Gaming Controllers
Toner / Inkjet Cartridges Blu-Ray Players Printers Fax Machines
Copiers Scanners Typewriters Modems
Stereos VCR Radios DVD-Players
CD – Players Dock Stations TVs are $30 each.
Flat Computer Screens are $20 each.
The event will take place from 8 a.m. to Noon in the parking lot behind Newnan’s City Hall at 25 LaGrange Street.
Paper Shredding Event dates are May 2, August 29 and November 14. All three Shredding Events as well as other recycling days will be from 8 a.m. to Noon in the Newnan City Hall Parking Lot. Newnan City
Can You Help Us Stock Abby’s Closets?
School supplies are needed all through the school year. Abby’s Closets serve students every day with the tools to believe in themselves and feel confident knowing they have new supplies like their classmates. These special spaces are stocked each month with the help of our amazing Abby’s Closet volunteers and school counselors and partners. There is much need. Your support helps students, K through 12th grade, reach their full potential one book bag and box of crayons at a time. If you can PLEASE HELP us keep Abby’s Closets stocked. On the right are our MOST REQUESTED SCHOOL SUPPLIES. Our Amazon lists are on our linktree in our profile.
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Hall is located at 25 LaGrange Street.
At the present time, there is no Tire Amnesty Day scheduled for the 2026 calendar year but that is subject to change.
Other scheduled non-recycling events include Earth Day Litter Pickup on April 18 and two DEA Drug Take Back Days – April 25 and Oct. 24. The Drug Take Back Days will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and held at the Newnan Police Department, which is located at 1 Joseph Hannah Boulevard in Newnan.
For more information or questions, contact the KNB office at 678-673-5505, email knb@newnanga.gov or visit: https://www.keepnewnanbeautiful.org/
⁕ CeCe Teneal’s Divas of Soul at The Nixon Centre, 7pm. Music from Aretha Franklin, Gladys Knight, Chaka Khan, Tina Turner, Whitney Houston and more. 1523 Lower Fayetteville Rd., Newnan thenixoncentre.net 770-254-2787
February 5-8, 12-15, 19-22, THURSDAYS-SUNDAYS
⁕ Newnan Theatre Co.’s Didn’t See That Coming A series of eight short plays that explore various unexpected twists and turns in the lives of ordinary people, including friends, lovers, and even superheroes, often incorporating humor and heartwarming moments while tackling relatable themes that leave the audience surprised and emotionally engaged. 24 First Avenue, newnantheatre.org
February 6, FRIDAY
⁕ FREE CPR Training Learn life-saving skills
- adults hands-on CPR, child/infant CPR (with breaths), use of an AED, relief of choking. Learn to distinguish heart attack from cardiac arrest, and how to act in an emergency. Turin Town Hall 1 to 2:30pm. 47 Turin Road, Senoia. Info, 678796-8277 or newnanCPR.com
⁕ Canongate’s Got Talent at The Nixon Centre 7pm. 1523 Lower Fayetteville Rd., Newnan thenixoncentre.net
February 7, SATURDAY
⁕ Run for Angels 5K & Chicken Q downtown Newnan, 8am theangelshouse.org
⁕ NJSL’s Mardi Gras Casino Night 6pm at The Newnan Centre Dueling Pianos, Casino Games, Open Bar, Hors d’Oeuvres, Raffle, Silent Auction For info bigevent@njslserves.org
⁕ Backstreet Community Arts’ Heart Jam 2, benefit concert featuring award-winning performers Michelle Malone and Doug Kees at Old Moreland Mill. Music, food, games, a silent auction, all supporting Backstreet Community Arts’ mission to provide a welcoming, creative space where adults can access the healing power of art. Visit eventbrite.com for tickets.
Doors open at 6pm for a silent auction, games, and appetizers, with the concert starting at 7 pm.
7 Main Street, Moreland, GA 30259
⁕ Mardi Gras Celebration in Senoia family-friendly, free event with a traditional Second Line parade, festive food and drinks, music
from Rhythm Major. Bring a lawn chair, 6 to 8 pm Lower Main Street. enjoysenoia.com for more info.
February 7,14, 21, 28, SATURDAYS
⁕ Eye Spy Valentine Nature Hunt at The Bend Every Saturday in February bring your camera and take a look around our park for any nature item that is shaped like a heart (leaves, tree knots, rocks,etc.) Take a picture with each item and bring your completed scavenger hunt list and pictures to the Visitor Center to claim your prize. 9am to 2pm. Parking fee required. Chattahoochee Bend State Park, 425 Bobwhite Way. Call and reserve your spot. 770-254-7271.
February 8, SUNDAY Super Bowl Sunday SUPER MUSEUM SUNDAY!
⁕ at McRitchie-Hollis Museum from 1 to 4pm Music, tours, treats. Free of charge. Questions? Call the museum at 770-251-0207
74 Jackson St., Newnan
⁕ at Senoia History Museum from 1 to 4pm.
⁕ in Moreland … Tour the Lewis Grizzard and Erskine Caldwell museums during our admission free open house 1-4pm. A select group of artists and crafters. Light refreshments. Moreland Hometown Heritage Museum: A Tribute to Lewis Grizzard and The Little Manse: Birthplace & Museum of Erskine Caldwell, 7 Main St. Moreland, GA 30259 Check their websites and socials for more info.
February 10, TUESDAY
⁕ Backyard Association Meeting with Melanie Furr Are you curious about the love lives of birds? To celebrate the Valentine’s Day season, Melanie Furr, owner and educator of Feathers with Furr LLC, will discuss “Cheep Dates: The Love Life of Birds” at 7pm! BYA is free to attend but if you want a chance to win door prizes donated by our fabulous sponsors you should call or email the office to register. UGA ExtensionCoweta County, 255 Pine Road, Newnan 770-2542620, coweta.extension@uga.edu
⁕ Ruth Hill Elementary Chorus Black History Concert at The Nixon Centre 7pm. 1523 Lower Fayetteville Rd., Newnan thenixoncentre.net
February 11, WEDNESDAY
⁕ City of Hope Breast Cancer Screening 3 to 6pm. 3D digital mammograms. Most insurances accepted. $99 event-only rate for uninsured participants. No physician referral required. Registration is required: Call 770-400-6677 to reserve your appointment.
February 11, WEDNESDAY
⁕ Newnan Crossing Elementary 2nd Grade Performance at The Nixon Centre 6:30pm. 1523 Lower Fayetteville Rd., Newnan thenixoncentre.net
February 12, THURSDAY –
⁕ Galentines Day in Senoia Special discounts and complimentary specialty sips! Visit enjoysenoia.com for more info downtown Senoia 10am until … enjoysenoia.com
⁕ Travis LeDoyt’s Elvis Presley Tribute at The Nixon Centre. LeDoyt’s has earned the title of “The World’s Best Young Elvis.” 1523 Lower Fayetteville Rd., Newnan thenixoncentre.net 770-254-2787
February 12-13, THURSDAY-FRIDAY
⁕ Caring Communities Foundation Passport to Philanthropy Nonprofit Summit To learn more about the Nonprofit Summit caringcommunitiesfoundation.org/ nonprofit-summit/
February 13, FRIDAY –
⁕ ELEVATE Coweta Student’s Be Mine Dinner enjoy a ready-to-cook gourmet Valentine’s Day meal for two 2 Certified Angus Filet Mignon, Potatoes Au Gratin, a vegetable, 2 side salads, dessert for 2, a bottle of Cabernet Sauvignon. To purchase your tickets https://elevatecowetastudents.org
⁕ Galentine’s Day – The Floral Social at Ashley Park, 4 to 7pm. Curate your own bouquet with the help of a local florist while enjoying mocktails and delicious bites. There will be coupons and entries for giveaways. Check website and Facebook page for more info and RSVP. 354 Newnan Crossing Bypass, Newnan ashleyparknewnan.com
⁕ Main Street’s Love Local from 5 to 9pm, celebrate Valentine’s Day by showing some love to your favorite downtown businesses! Shop, sip, and stroll for exclusive specials,
themed drinks, and festive experiences. It’s the perfect way to celebrate—right here downtown. mainstreetnewnan.com
February 14, SATURDAY Valentine’s Day
⁕ Peach State Opera Hansel & Gretel
Follow two brave siblings as they wander into a world of gingerbread houses, mischievous witches, and heartwarming hope all set to a folkinspired score. Doors open one hour before the show. Concessions available. Newnan Cultural Arts Commission, 7:30pm at Wadsworth Auditorium hanselandgretelpso.eventbrite.com/?aff=FBsocial $15 - *Event is apart of the NCAC 2026 Winter Performance Series* 25 Jefferson St., Newnan
February 16-20, MONDAY-FRIDAY
⁕ Mid-Winter Break February 16-20 Visit website for more cowetaschools.org
February 16, MONDAY
⁕ FREE CPR Training Learn life-saving skills - adults hands-on CPR, child/infant CPR (with breaths), use of an AED, relief of choking. Learn to distinguish heart attack from cardiac arrest, and how to act in an emergency. Central Library 10 to 11:30am. 85 Literary Lane, Newnan. For more info, 678-796-8277 or newnanCPR.com
February 18, WEDNESDAY
Age in Place: Tips to Stay Home Longer Senoia Senior Living 2026 Health & Wellness Series with Olivia Handley, Coweta County FACS agent, at Leroy H. Johnson Community Center, 6646 SR 16, Senoia. 10:15am. 770-254-2620,
olivia.handley@uga.edu
February 19, THURSDAY –
3rd Thursday Black History Program
Join the Newnan-Coweta History Center & the Coweta County African American Heritage Museum’s collaborative event held at 7pm at Newnan’s Historic Train Depot. Look for an update on the Farmer Street Cemetery, a presentation by the longest running black owned business in Newnan, Roscoe Jenkins Funeral Home, Live Music, An Interactive Activity and a Reception. For more information, please contact NCHC staff at 770-251-0207 or email Taj Stephens at Taj@NewnanCowetaHistory.com 60 East Broad St., Newnan
February 19-20-21
THURSDAY – FRIDAY– SATURDAY
Griffin House Newnan & Bazaar
3rd weekend of each month. Thursday and Friday 10am to 5pm; Saturday 10am to 4pm 390 Jackson St., Newnan
Thursday • March 12
8:30-9:30 a.m.
Call to Place Your Order: 770-253-4556
or 803-776-4923
(deadline to order: Thursday, March 5)
Channel Catfish (3-5”, per 100) ... $65
Shellcracker (1-3”, per 100) ... $65
Coppernose Bluegill (1-3”, per 100) ... $65
Sterile Grass Carp (8-11”) ... $12 each
Mosquitofish (per 100) ... $40
32 East Washington Street Newnan GA 30263
Thinking about racing? Now’s the time to start planning. Adult teams are just $50, youth teams $25, and spots fill quickly. For info, visit
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The MUSIC … Local&Live
… by Kris Youmans-Hall
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
Local & Live Venues …
134 MAIN
134 Main St., LaGrange 706-298-5436 • 134main.com
1890 ROOM
303 East Main St., Hogansville
Valentine’s Day with Live Jazz Dinner, drinks desserts & great Live music. 7-10pm Free entry, no reservations
ABIDE BREWERY
110 Werz Industrial Blvd, Newnan
So much going on at Abide! Stop by for all the good times! Songwriter shows on Wednesday!
THE ALAMO
19 W. Court Square, Newnan 770-683-2526
Open Mic Sundays 6 - 9 pm
Hosted by Jerry Schutjer
Last Stand at The Alamo
Every Last Saturday of the Month
Tavis Lance Mapp Full Band 9-10 pm No Cover DJ II Tone Def 10 pm- 2 am
We are fortunate she writes The Music column for us at The Paper. Kris Youmans-Hall is originally from Savannah, GA where she was part of the River Street music scene early on and is greatly influenced by music of the southern culture. Kris’ interests are focused on local music, organizing music fundraisers, her three grown children, enjoying life on Pierce Chapel with husband Warren Barefoot ‘Slim’, Hank the Dog (who also has an ear for music) and Marcy who is all ears when it comes to Live music.
Call ahead to check dates and times!
AWKWARD BREWING
250 Lee St., Fayetteville 678-856-5579
Every First Wednesday Open Mic
BARNSTORMER’S GRILL
349 Jonathan’s Roost Rd., Williamson, GA 706-227-9989
2/28 … Play it Again-A tribute to Luke Bryant 8pm
BELOW THE NECK!
Below the Redneck Gourmet 11 North Court Square, Newnan 770-251-0092. Follow BTN on Instagram for updates and music
@Belowtheneck_rg
2/6 … Tavis Lance Mapp
2/7 … Mary Martin
2/13 … Kevin Wallace
2/14 … Chris Odom (jazz night)
2/20 … Grass
2/21 … Russ Gordon
2/27 … Elliott Phillips
2/28 … Michael Leonard Jr
THE CRAFTY RABBIT
502 Bradley St., Carrollton 470-259-8873
A family owned popular hot spot. Fun events during the year and Bingo every Thursday, karaoke every Friday, line dancing every Saturday and OPEN MIC every Sunday. Some of the best drinks around and the food truck has the best BBQ in town!
THE CELLAR / THE BAYS
20 Jefferson St., Newnan
770-683-6328
Acoustic on Thursdays in the Bays. Live Music Friday & Saturday nights
2/4 … Marty and Alan
2/5 … Nancy Davis
2/6 … 6 Feet Back
2/7 … Southside Band
2/11 … Marty and Alan 2/12 … Kitty Key
2/13 … The Band One / Maury inthe Dining Room
2/14 … Whiskey Moon/ Rod in the Dining Room
2/18 … Marty and Alan
2/19 … JK Duke
2/20 … Venus Kings
2/21 … Mystery Tramp
2/25 … Marty and Alan
2/26 … Cotton Cruz
2/27 … Grass
2/28 … Midnight Satellite
CHAPULTEPEC
MEXICAN GRILLE
34 Carriage Oaks Dr., Tyrone 770-969-6111
2/26 … Ellis Lowery 5:30pm
COWBOY TOWN
4776 Nebula Road, Warm Springs 706-655-2022
2/6 … Chris Odom
2/7 … Skyler Saufley Band
2/13 … Ellis Lowery
2/14 … AJ & The Zig Zags
2/20 … Raley Montana Stripling
2/21 … Doc Alfred & Raising Sand Band
2/27 … Michael Richardson
2/28 … Highway Cats
GEORGIA SHRIMP COMPANY
PTC, 770-631-9114
Live Jazz, Soul, Motown Call ahead for music
Sunday Funday with Live music, bottomless mimosas, bloody marys.
2/22 … Jeanine Duke 1-4pm
Contact Kris with questions, comments, suggestions or just to say you like her column krisyoumansband@gmail.com
GRAZING HERE
2850 Highway 54, PTC
770-486-2696
2/6 … Tyler Lowman Band
2/7 … Block Party Band
2/13 … Highway 54
2/14 … Last Call
2/19 … MNK Floyd
2/20 … Chuck X Nick 2/21 … Retrograde
2/28 … Crossroads Rebellion
GRIFFIN MOOSE LODGE #1503
1435 Zebulon Rd., Griffin, 770-584-3094
Light snacks provided, but call. 770-228-1173
Lodge’s dining room reservations 770-228-1173
2/14 … The Night Treain Swing Band Valentine’s Dance. 7:30pm
Georgia Military Cadets will sing National Anthem, present the flag, dance with guests.
HOLLONVILLE OPRY AT TURIN UMC
20 Longstreet Ave., Turin 1st & 3rd Saturdays of month at 6:30 pm
Gospel, Bluegrass & Country
Good Music, Good Fellowship
2/7 … The Jonesman Quartet
Highway 5 Overdrive Bluegrass
Kirkland & Friends
2/21 … The Devoted Disciples
Georgia Bound Bluegrass
Frank Brannon & My Way or the Highway
LINE CREEK BREWING
150 Huddleston Rd, PTC
678-545-6024
2/7 … Pete Fodero
2/14 … Butch Watson
Shane Cammell
2/28 … Venus Kings
LINE CREEK BUS BARN
300 City Center Parkway, Fayetteville 770-731-1641
2/7 TZAYLA
2/14 Mary Martin
2/21 Shane Cammell
2/27 Mary Martin
2/28 … Pete Fodero
LINE CREEK THE RESERVE
18 Savannah Street, Newnan 770-755-6734
2/7 … Cagel & Pitts
2/21 … Ward Abel
2/28 … Mary Martin
THE LOFT
1032 Broadway, Columbus, 706-596-8141
Sweet South Music Revival
Every Wednesday 7:30 pm celebrating the music of the American South. Free admission.
2/6 … Money Shot
2/7 … Jeff Gaithersburg & The Seven Dollar Mule
2/21 … Jake Xeroxes Fussell
NUTWOOD WINERY
1339 Upper Big Springs Rd., LaGrange 706-882-5295
Family-owned winery & cafe. Fridays & Saturdays - a local performer in the Tasting Room. Starting around 6 p.m. on Fridays and 2 p.m. on Saturdays. 2/13 … Nick Mayfield 6-9pm 2/21 … Nick Mayfield 6-9pm 2/28 …Elliott Phillips 2-5pm
OLDE COURTHOUSE
TAVERN On The Square 105 Glynn St. South, Fayetteville GA 30214 678-489-3888
Saturday’s at the Olde Courthouse Tavern in Fayetteville 2/7 … Rachel Johnson & The Backyard Blues
Streaming Edition of The Film Fix with Jonathan W. Hickman
Jonathan W. Hickman is an entertainment attorney, filmmaker, college professor, and novelist.
More about Jonathan can be found by visiting http://filmproductionlaw.com/
Bridgerton: Season 4 (Part 2) (February 26) – Having dropped Part 1 last month, Season 4’s second installment of the popular periodset romance series continues to grapple with the consequences of Benedict Bridgerton’s new romance. Benedict (played by Luke Thompson) must decide whether his relationship with Sophie Baek (Yerin Ha) is worth risking his family ties. His interest in Baek is a frowned-upon union in Regency England. Expect this storyline to dominate in Part 2.
The Lincoln Lawyer: Season 4 (February 5) – Already renewed for a fifth season by Netflix in advance of this latest entry, Mickey Haller (Manuel Garcia-Rulfo), the attorney who practices law from the backseat of a Lincoln Navigator, is back to stand up for some of Los Angeles’ most edgy clients. Season 3 ended on a cliffhanger: Mickey is arrested for the murder of a client. This time, the big trial for the formidable criminal defense lawyer is his own. Season 4 is ten (10) episodes based on “Resurrection Walk,” the seventh book in the Michael Connelly best-selling series.
Monarch: Legacy of Monsters: Season 2 (February 27) – The mysterious scientific and quasimilitary organization known as Monarch continues to investigate the dangerous Titans in the small screen edition of Legendary Pictures Monsterverse. This more intimate telling of Titan stories (set in the universe where Godzilla and King Kong are real) features a great pairing of Kurt Russell and his son, Wyatt, playing the same role, Lee Shaw, in different time periods. The trailer for Season 2 teases a return to Skull Island and a new Titan threat, as an enormous creature escapes into our world from the Rift.
Neighbors (February 13) – “When you buy a house, you’re buying the neighbors,” one of the subjects of “Neighbors” says in the show’s trailer set to the 1980s Madness hit song “Our House.” The disturbing documentary-style series explores
conflicts between real-life neighbors. The trailer certainly looks provocative as we see and hear from regular folks who have complaints about the unusual habits of those living beside them. Note that this project shouldn’t be confused with the Oscar-nominated documentary “The Perfect Neighbor” streaming over on Netflix. That neighborly project is well worth your time. On the other hand, HBO’s “Neighbors” comes to us from the producers of another 2026 Academy Award hopeful, “Marty Supreme.”
The ‘Burbs’ (February 8) – Based on the 1989 Joe Dante-directed film of the same name that starred Tom Hanks, “The ‘Burbs” reimagines that story with Keke Palmer in the lead. When Samira (Palmer) and her husband Rob (Jack Whitehall) move into the idyllic community of Ashfield Place, they think they’ve found the perfect suburban home to raise their children. But strange goings on in a rundown Victorian home on their street cast a pall over paradise. The cast is strong and includes “What We Do in the Shadows” alum Mark Proksch (remember he’s hilarious as the “energy” vampire).
Paradise: Season 2 (February 23) – This oddly intriguing post-apocalyptic show stars Sterling K. Brown as a unique Secret Service agent. The sophomore outing should feature more stories about the strange world of the enormous underground bunker (the “Paradise” in the title). Just who is pulling the strings of power? Who built this “paradise” and just what’s going on outside it? These questions and more should be answered, well, somewhat answered in this series from “This is Us” creator Dan Fogelman.
Scrubs (revival/season 10) (February 25) –“Scrub back in,” says the tagline on the poster for the tenth season of the beloved series that ended in 2010. The wacky gang of medical professionals, led by a trio of no longer-so-young doctors, John ‘J.D.’ Dorian (Zach Braff), Christopher Turk (Donald Faison), and Elliot Reid (Sarah Chalke) return to terrorize patients and new residents. Most of the
original cast members are back, including John C. McGinley as the irascible Dr. Perry Cox and Judy Reyes as the surly Nurse Carla Espinosa.
The Muppet Show (February 4) – “We’re doing the show again, Frog,” says pianist dog Rowlf to Kermit. And they are, at least for one special event on Disney+. The curtain rises again as Miss Piggy and the gang welcome special guests, including Sabrina Carpenter, Seth Rogen, and Maya Rudolph. Expect zany skits and lively musical productions. The trailer even gives us the old curmudgeon hecklers, Statler and Waldorf, with
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 by John Winters is …
Los Brothers
So, four brothers, who love food, got together and opened a restaurant. And naturally, they called it Los Brothers because, why not?
Tucked into the Kroger shopping center on Bullsboro Drive, Los Brothers is where anyone who loves true South of the Border food will eventually land. Nothing fancy - just plastic utensils, school trays and plastic plates. But you are not here for the silverware and china, but some of the best Hispanic food around. They can definitely meet your protein choice: steak, BBQ, pork, marinated chicken, head meat, tongue, chorizo, and pork belly.
This is the kind of place when you try the “hot salsa or sauce” your head starts to sweat. Which, for anyone who knows anything about Mexican food, is the perfect temperature. Burritos, tacos, tortas, quesadillas … just all the best of traditional Mexican food.
Fast, friendly and fairly priced - and they cater too!. Give them a try and tell them The Paper sent you.
50 Bullsboro Dr, Suite B, Newnan 678-633-5606
tacobrothers.com Mon - Thu: 11 a.m to 10 p.m.; Fri - Sat 11 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.. Sun: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
March 4, Wed. – at Milwaukee Bucks 9:30 pm – ESPN, FanDuel
March 7, Sat. – Philadelphia 76ers 7:30
FanDuel
Baseball
BRAVES
Training Schedule
Feb. 21 – at Tampa Bay Rays 1:05 pm
Feb. 22 – Minnesota Twins 1:05 pm
Feb. 23 – at Baltimore Orioles 1:05 pm
Feb. 24 – Detroit Tigers 1:05 pm
Feb. 25 – Pittsburgh Pirates 1:05 pm
Feb. 26 – at N.Y. Yankees 1:05 pm
Feb. 27 – Boston Red Sox 1:05 pm
Feb. 28 – at Baltimore Orioles 1:05 pm
March 1 – at Minnesota Twins 1:05 pm (split squad) Sun., March 1 – Tampa Bay Rays 1:05 pm (split squad)
March 2 – at Detroit Tigers 1:05 pm Wed., March 4 – Colombia (Exhibition) 1:05 pm
Answers to your questions about active adult communities
Homeowners in mid-life or older may ponder a host of changes as retirement draws closer. One of the more significant changes homeowners may consider relates to their homes. Some homeowners may be entrenched in their forever homes, while others may be considering moving to a residence that’s more manageable and/or amenable to lifestyle changes. Homeowners among the latter group may be looking to active adult communities as they seek to downsize in an effort to spend less time working on their homes and more time socializing.
A range of variables has drawn people to active adult communities. A recent survey conducted by SurveyMonkey Audiences for 55places found that 64% of respondents identify interest in health and fitness groups within 55+ communities as attracting them to such residences, which typically boast a range of additional amenities that might appeal to adults 55 and over.
Can I host guests for overnight stays at an active adult community?
Residents are typically allowed to host guests for overnight visits at active adult communities, but the length of stays may be limited. Some communities limit overnight guest stays to a predetermined number of days or weeks per year. Each individual community may have its own rules.
Do I still need homeowner’s insurance?
Expenses like homeowner’s insurance are generally not covered in HOA fees. Residents will need to take out their own homeowner’s policies. What about utilities?
Utilities also are not typically part of the HOA fees, so residents will need to factor utility costs into their overall budgets when determining if a given community is affordable.
Del Webb Southern Oaks coming soon
Del Webb, the premier builder of active adult communities, recently held a ground-breaking ceremony on marking the initial phase of construction on Del Webb Southern Oaks, located off Hollz Parkway, just north of the Newnan Peachtree Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram dealership and Newnan Park & Ride. Del Webb Southern Oaks will feature over 950 residences across 450 acres. It will bring the iconic Del Webb lifestyle to Newnan and Coweta County for the first time and joins Del Webb Lake Oconee and Del Webb Chateau Elan in meeting the needs of Metro Atlanta active adult buyers. The grand opening is anticipated in 2026. … from The City Menu
The following are some frequently asked questions that can offer insight into 55+ communities.
Do I need to be 55 to move in?
It’s typical that individuals who aspire to live in active adult communities be at least 55-years-old, but there might be some exceptions. For example, a married couple in which one spouse is 55 and the other nearing that age might still be eligible. Is this a typical senior living community?
Conceptions of communities designated for aging adults vary, but those who perceive active adult communities as catering to individuals with chronic illnesses may be mistaken. Active adult communities are generally designed for residents who are physically active and want to remain so, and many of these communities feature single-family homes or condominiums owned by the residents. Health care facilities like gyms are commonplace at 55+ communities, but health care services like medical care and other features are typically not available on-site. Do communities feature HOA fees?
Fees are commonplace at active adult communities, where residents typically do not want to worry about home maintenance tasks like mowing the lawn or exterior repairs. Fees will vary by community, but they must be factored in when considering if a community is the right fit.
Answering these questions and more can help adults 55 and over determine if active adult communities are right for them. Answering these questions and more can help adults 55 and over determine if active adult communities are right for them.
February may be the shortest month of the year but it’s full of meaning and gives us a few reminders to slow down and enjoy the little things.
Between Valentine’s Day, Groundhog Day and American Heart Month, February gives us plenty to smile about and reflect on.
Here in Georgia, Groundhog Day comes with its own local twist. While Punxsutawney Phil up in Pennsylvania may be the most famous weather predicting groundhog, Georgia has its own famous weather predictor – General Beauregard Lee, who lives in Jackson now. According to tradition, General Beauregard Lee doesn’t just guess, he confidently predicts an early spring every year. And honestly, that feels very on-brand for Georgia. We like to believe warmer days are never too far away.
February’s Groundhog Day brings us hope Senior Living Advice
with BETH DOW, Geriatric Care Manager
friendship, companionship and shared memories.
Whether the groundhog is right or not, Groundhog Day gives us something valuable: hope. After weeks of cold mornings and early sunsets, it’s comforting to think spring might be just around the corner.
Then comes Valentine’s Day, a holiday often associated with romance, cards and candy aisles that suddenly turn red, pink and white. One of the small joys of Valentine’s Day is getting to buy those special red, pink and white M&M’s—because clearly they taste better than the regular ones. Valentine’s Day reminds us that love doesn’t have to be fancy. Sometimes it’s as simple as sharing a treat, a laugh or a sweet moment with someone you care about. As we get older, Valentine’s Day often takes on a deeper meaning. It becomes less about grand gestures and more about connection. A phone call from a friend, a handwritten note, lunch with someone special or simply knowing you matter to someone. Those are the things that truly fill the heart. Love at this stage of life often looks like
February is also American Heart Month, a timely reminder to take care of ourselves. Heart health isn’t just about what we eat or how much we exercise—it’s also about how connected we feel. Staying socially engaged can lower stress, lift our mood and support overall heart health. Laughter and good company really can be some of the best medicine. February also invites us to slow down and enjoy simple comforts. With winter still lingering, it’s a perfect time to read a good book, try a new recipe or revisit a favorite hobby. It’s also a wonderful month to check in on others. A quick call or friendly visit can brighten someone’s day—and your own.
So as February unfolds, enjoy the small pleasures: cozy evenings, heart-shaped candies, red, pink, and white M&M’s and the promise of spring; according to General Beauregard Lee, at least. Even the shortest month can be full of warmth, connection, and heart.
Beth Dow is a Dementia and Alzheimer’s Educator, CAEd and Geriatric Care Manager. She is also the owner of Home Helpers of GA & AL in Newnan. Readers can contact her by email at bdow@ homehelpershomecare.com.
Thursdays, Feb. 5, 12, 19, 26 Zumba with Sunny, 10 am
Fridays, Feb. 6, 27 Bingo (50 cents per card), 10 am
Monday, Feb. 16
UGA Class with Olivia Handley, 10:30 am
Friday, Feb. 20
Black History Month Celebration with Eula Jackson, 10 am
Monday, Feb. 23
Tech Talk with Chet O. Beasley, 10:30 am
MADRAS PARK COMMUNITY CENTER
2355 Hwy. 29 North, Newnan
Friday, Feb. 13
Hearts & Friendship Social, 10 am-Noon RSVP by Feb. 10 to 770-683-8600
Tuesdays, Feb. 17, 24
Line Dancing Class, 10-11:30 am
LEROY H. JOHNSON COMM. CENTER
6646 Hwy. 16 East, Senoia
Wednesday, Feb. 4
In-Home Care Talk with Beth Dow of Home Helpers, 10:15 am
Tuesdays, Feb. 10, 17, 24
All-Levels Yoga Class, 10 am
Wednesdays, Feb. 4, 11, 18, 25 Zumba with Sunny, 11:15 am
Thursdays, Feb. 19, 26
Line Dancing Class, 10 am
Fridays, Feb. 6, 13, 20, 27
All-Levels Yoga Class, 10 am
Wednesday, Feb. 11
Tech Talk with Chet O. Beasley, 10 am
Wednesday, Feb. 18
Health & Wellness Series with Olivia Handley, 10:15 am
CANONGATE COMMUNITY CENTER
30 Pete Road, Sharpsburg
Tuesdays, Feb. 10, 17, 24
All-Levels Yoga Class, 10 am
Wednesdays, Feb. 18, 25
Line Dancing Class, 11 am
Thursdays, Feb. 5, 12, 19, 26
Zumba with Sunny, 11:30 am
GUIDE PROGRAM
n Are you or a loved one living with dementia?
You may qualify for care and support benefits through Medicare’s Guide Program.
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Veterans may be eligible for benefits under the VA’s Community Care Network (CCN) program or the Aid and Attendance program.
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Women’s Heart Program Empowers Women to Take Charge of Their Health
February is American Heart Month, and the goal is to raise awareness about everyone’s risk for heart disease and the steps to take for prevention.
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women in the United States, with 90 percent of women having at least one risk factor for heart disease. Women have unique factors that contribute to their heart health. Pregnancy, menopause and the day-to-day juggling of work and family can all take a toll on your heart, especially if you have experienced conditions such as preeclampsia or gestational diabetes. Many other health conditions, such as lupus, other inflammatory diseases and anxiety and depression, which generally affect more women than men, significantly impact your risk of heart disease as well.
Piedmont Heart Institute’s Women’s Heart Program, which began in 2013, was created to address the unique cardiovascular needs of women, recognizing that women’s needs frequently go unnoticed and are underassessed. Since its inception, Piedmont’s Women’s Heart Program has grown to care for more than 12,000 patients across Georgia.
Piedmont Heart takes a three-pronged approach to reducing women’s heart disease, including a customized screening to identify risks, best-practice medical care to treat disease, and holistic wellness education and support to improve quality of life.
Piedmont offers a $99 heart screening program to assess women without heart disease symptoms (also called asymptomatic) to identify early risk factors that may help identify coronary artery disease. Identification helps the cardiac team create a customized medical and lifestyle plan much earlier to improve long-term outcomes. In response to requests, Piedmont also introduced a new program for women with recent heart attacks to improve education and support about the disease process and risk factors.
Tina Varghese, M.D., medical director of the Women’s Heart program, says the purpose of this program is to help promote and increase awareness of cardiovascular disease in women.
“The signs for heart disease in women can be different and are often misunderstood. Women are often the caregivers for others, and we neglect taking care of ourselves. We want to offer women the care we know they need,” Dr. Varghese said. “We are empowering women to take charge of their heart health so that they will live longer, healthier, fuller lives.”
Heart disease and stroke cause 1-in-3 deaths among
women each year, according to the American Heart Association, and remains the No. 1 cause of death among women in the United States and Georgia.
“Our goal is to help improve early detection and, in some cases stop heart disease before it’s too late,” said Dr. Varghese. “Many communities are underserved because they are unaware of the symptoms, especially in women. At Piedmont Heart, we’re determined to make sure women do not become a statistic. Access to this screening allows women to make more informed decisions about their heart health and understand preventive care.”
In addition to the screening program, the Women’s Heart Program also includes a Support Network. Piedmont Heart cardiologists understand that women need a more holistic approach to cardiovascular care: one that looks after women’s heart health outside of the relatively brief amount of time that a patient spends with her cardiologist.
The Piedmont Women’s Heart program is a holistic wellness program that aims to prevent the onset and support those with cardiovascular disease through highcaliber education and wellness coaching.
Eighty percent of all cardiac events can be prevented by lifestyle changes and education. The goal of Piedmont’s Women’s Heart Program is to help women connect with health professionals and make the changes in their lives to prevent heart disease.
“Since the launch of this program, thousands of women
across Metro Atlanta have learned how to adopt healthier lifestyles and care for themselves as they care for others,” said Avril James, Women’s Heart program coordinator. “Heart disease is still the number one killer of women, and support from this program is vital.”
For more than 10 years, the Women’s Heart Support Network has provided female heart disease survivors with tailored education, connections with others and community resources to help meet their needs as they learn to prevent or manage heart disease.
The Women’s Heart Program offers free weekly and monthly programs for the community, in addition to a robust schedule of online classes and programs. Established by a generous gift from the J.B. Fuqua Foundation, the programs and support provided through the Women’s Heart Support Network are made possible by the generosity of our donors.
“This is a completely free program, funded entirely by our generous donors,” said James. “It’s important to remove any barriers and meet women where they are so they can focus on their wellness.”
The program focuses on three key concepts: nourish, flourish, and thrive, which means proper nutrition and diet, mind and body wellness, and purposeful movement. These concepts form the basis of programs and classes each month.
“A study published in the American Journal of Cardiology stated that 25 percent of women are embarrassed to seek treatment for cardiovascular disease because they feel they will be chided for behavior-related risk factors,” said James. “Our goal is to get women of all ages thinking about what they can do to positively impact their heart health and to start taking action immediately.”
To learn more or to sign up to take the women’s heart screenings or the support network, visit piedmont.org/ heart
Piedmont Newnan named Deputy Andy Gore Community Hero for January
from Piedmont Newnan Hospital Press Release
Piedmont Newnan named Deputy Andy Gore, School Resource Officer at Madras Middle School, Coweta County Sheriff’s Office, the organization’s Community Hero for the month of January.
In August, the school maintenance worker was involved in an accident while mowing the soccer fields that severed his toes. Deputy Gore quickly responded to his friend’s call for help and applied a torniquet to stop the bleeding until he could be transported to the emergency department for care. The ED doctor commented on how accurately the torniquet was applied and how this action saved the man’s life. The Coweta County Sheriff’s office provides training on how to correctly apply tourniquets, and this training and Deputy Gore’s years of experience allowed him to know what to do in this situation.
A ceremony with Deputy Gore, members of the Coweta County Sheriff’s Office including Sheriff Wood, and Piedmont Newnan Hospital leadership was held on Thursday, Jan. 8 at Madras Middle School to honor Deputy Gore.
At the ceremony, Carrie Parsons, Director of Community Relations, presented him with a certificate and framed photo. The school and the sheriff’s office also received a poster to display, which will also be displayed at the hospital throughout January.
“As healthcare professionals, we know that in situations like this, every minute counts when stopping blood loss and getting someone to the critical care they need to make a full recovery,” said Parsons. “I personally want to commend Deputy Gore on his quick response and calmness during that event. His response truly made a positive impact on his friend and colleague’s recovery and that is why we are honoring him as our January Community Hero.”
Piedmont Newnan created the Community Hero program to recognize first responders in Coweta and neighboring counties, on a quarterly basis, who have demonstrated exceptional dedication and service , and have gone beyond the call of duty. The program aims to recognize the bravery, commitment, and extraordinary efforts of our local heroes.
“Their line of work is often unappreciated, and we want to make the community aware of what our local heroes do to make our community a better and safer place,” said Parsons.
If you know a first responder who deserves to be recognized as a Community Hero, we encourage you to submit a nomination. Please send your nomination to carrie.parsons@piedmont.org. Nominations should include your name and contact information, the nominee’s name and the agency they work for, along with a brief summary of why the nominee should be considered a Community Hero.
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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 on website wintersmedia.net
Alo Farms 629 Hwy 74 South, PTC 678-489-4423
Red and Green Oakleaf, Sweet Crisp, Red and Green Butter and Muir Lettuce. Microgreen broccoli, basil, cucumbers, spinach, scallion and more. alofarmsga.us
Apollo 2 Steaks 33 1/2 Broad St., Newnan 770-667-4811, apollossteaks.com
Authentic Philly cheesesteaks, cheesecake & more!
Cafe 1485 … 1485 GA 34 East, Newnan 470-627-3043 Serving breakfast and lunch, this chef-driven restaurant reminds one of a diner … offering omelets, French toast, corned beef, biscuits & gravy, shrimp & grits. Shrimp Po-Boys, Cubanos, Hamburgers & more.
CC’s Wings … 23 Franklin Road, Newnan 770-252-2755
Do a pretty big take-out business. Usual flavors with fish and burgers on the menu as well.
Christy’s Cafe 27 Jackson St., Newnan 770-683-7512
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.
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.
Circa Coffee 865 Senoia Rd, Tyrone 770-683-7991
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Tasty chicken salad sandwich, ham and cheese croissant, caprese salad on sourdough bread & more. Their banana bread is off the charts. And they’ve got some big cookies!
Coweta Country Junction … 1502 Hwy. 29 North, Newnan 770-253-5999
Arguably the best wings in the county. Big, juicy.
Big Joe’s Grill … 1329 Bullsboro Dr., Newnan 504-250-9088
A family-owned Italian Creole restaurant with talented chefs preparing fresh signature dishes daily, including Cioppino seafood stew, veal or chicken piccata, shrimp or chicken alfredo, and more.
Dunc’s BBQ Kitchen 98 Jackson St., Newnan 678-673-6644
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 … 1389 Highway 29 South, Newnan 770-252-2777
It’s located inside a gas station. Their Coke is from Mexico and has 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 … 19 North Court Square, Newnan • 770-683-2683
Very popular pizza joint. It’s their other items that really make a hit - soups, sandwiches, garlic knots and bowls of tater tots.
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 9 East Court Square, Newnan • 770-251-4300
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.
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 1690 Hwy. 34 East, Newnan 770-502-9911
Hot dogs and oysters. Hey, it’s an Alabama thing. Onion rings, fried mushrooms are a secret hit. And don’t forget the crawfish.
Hemrick’s Grocery, Deli & Cafe 10 Franklin Road, Newnan • Open 24 hours. 770-253-6667
Charley’s Chicken and all the sides. A breakfast menu too. There’s Blimpie - America’s Sub Shop. Look fo Maui Wowi Hawaiian Coffees and Smoothies; Baja Fresh, Mexican Food; Uncle Maddio’s Pizza.
Ito’s Ramen Bar … www.itoramenbar.com 678-673-6000 •1067 Bullsboro Dr Suite D, Newnan
One of the best tacos I have ever had was in this Asian soup bar. They serve noodles with various toppings and sauces in a large bowl. The base is chicken, beef, or pork broth with various-sized noodles. And tacos. Check them out.
This joint is all about something different. Different foods, different cooking styles, sushi, hibachi … different. Think flat tops, shrimp, steak, salmon, grilled veggies, ginger sauce, the perfect fried rice and more.
JR’s BBQ … 191 Pine Road, Newnan 404-391-3846
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 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.
Locos Tacos 226 Greenville St. S, Suite G, Newnan • 678-552-949 • locostacosnewnan.com
You know it’s authentic when they offer Mexican Coke and Mexican Fanta. And the food … burrito Locos, fajita bowls, birria tacos, delicious dips, desserts and more.
The Mad Mexican 2 East Court Square 770-683-9545 •. Southern BBQ meets Mexican tacos. A unique take on Mexican dishes - burritos, quesadillas, nachos - with that Southern flair. Now serving margaritas … and awesomeness.
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Matt’s Small Town Pizza … 53E Main St, Senoia • 770-599-1226
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.
A great collection of Italian food, with some Greek specialities thrown in. For appetizers Calamari or the Greek Combo Platter. Pizzas, calzones, great salads. Italian Steak Sandwich, Meatballs, Souvlaki chicken … many more choices.
A few offerings … Panang Beef … sliced beef tenderloin sautéed in panang curry topped with minced kaffir lime leaf and bell pepper 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 86 Georgia Hwy. 85, Haralson, GA. • 770-599-6838
If you are ever in Haralson, Georgia, make sure and stop at Williams Grocery for some of the best sausage in the country. 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 … 11 N. Court Square, Newnan • 770.251.0092
Where you go to see a lot of people you know. It’s unpretentious with a little quirkinessthink Redneck Caviar. Hamburgers, hotdogs, sandwiches and salads. Everyone eats here.
RP.M. Full Service 15 Jackson Street, Newnan • 770-683-1414 • 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 75 Main St., Senoia 678-723-7255 • senortaco.com
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.
wings no less..Hot and cold sandwiches, strombolis and calzones, and pepperoni balls and other assorted appetizers round out the menu Family and pet-friendly. Great for lunch, dinner or take-out.
She Craft Company 929 Senoia Rd, Tyrone 678-884-6323
The chef calls it “Asian Confusion.” We call it fun and unique. A Korean/Chinese/Southern placegrilled brussel sprouts, meat Bulgogi sliders.
Sprayberry’s Barbeque … 229 Jackson St., Newnan • 770-253-4421. . 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.
Tacos Mi Veracruz 21 Bullsboro Dr., Newnan • 770-755-6164
An authentic Mexican restaurant with chicken enchiladas with mole sauce and Burrito Loco that ranks up there as one of our favorites. And the street taco supreme is so big we always order extra tortillas.
Tammy’s Neighborhood Corner Cafe
12 Bonnell St., Newnan • 770-755-7757
Great Southern food at even better prices. Everything from turkey wing to pigs feet and hamburger steak. Home of the $3 breakfast.
Tomo 90 Glenda Trace, Ste K, Newnan 770-254-8588
An excellent Japanese restaurant hidden in a strip mall. The only downside to this place is finding a seat. From Bento boxes to off-the-wall sushi, this is as authentic as it gets.
Town & Country … 8 Franklin Rd, Newnan 770-251-8070
Their slogan is “Come back to the country.” And that’s what you get. Homestyle breakfast, lunch and dinner. Just good food without all the bells and whistles. Probably the nicest waitresses around as well.
The Whimzical Cafe
33 East Broad St., Newnan • 770-755-7709 /whimzicalcafe.com/ Lunch and brunch … Located in downtown Newnan across the street from the old Coweta County Administration Building, Whimzical Cafe takes you on a food journey befitting its name.
Windy Hill Family Farms
1011 Rock House Road, Senoia, GA 30276
This fourth-generation local dairy farm is creating a name for itself in the beef business. It is one of our favorite “go-to” places for quality beef at a reasonable price. n
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For more information, contact Victoria Brodeur
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The Bookmark
How to Stay Cozy in the Winter Weather
The weather has been a little wild lately which can translate to spending time at home. Only in Georgia would you get tornados and ice storms in the same month. Preparing for bad weather is important. You don’t want to panic but you want to be prepared. And by that, I mean that you need to have enough books to get you through whatever Mother Nature throws at you. I have found it is best to plan to have four titles per day in different genres. That way if you get bored you will have more to choose from. It is also important to make sure you have flashlights. Because if the power goes out you can use flashlights to read when it gets dark. I did try to find a battery run tea kettle before the impending ice storm but apparently that doesn’t exist. So, you want to have an alternate way to make tea if your power goes out. My alternate plan was to make a fire in the woods and heat up my water as if I was living in the time of Laura Ingalls Wilder. Also, make sure you have piles of fuzzy blankets to keep you warm, and you get a special bonus type of cozy if you have a cat. So, I hope you can take these tips for how to ride out wild winter weather. Below I will share some books I have read and enjoyed!
I, Medusa by Ayana Gray: This is a spectacular retelling of Greek Mythology told from Medusa’s point of view. I love when authors write a villain origin story. I always find it fascinating. I liked how this book explored Medusa's agency and her complicated history. It is not the happiest of stories, but I really loved this book.
When We Were Brilliant by Lynn Cullen: This is the fictionalized story of Marilyn Monroe and Eve Arnold, the documentary photographer who took very memorable photos of Marilyn. This book was about a complicated friendship, a woman’s place in the 1950s, and the sad life of Marilyn. It was beautifully written and made me tear up. And good news: Lynn Cullen is coming to the Carnegie on Thursday, February 26th to talk about the book so check our website to sign up for the program.
Anatomy of An Alibi by Ashley Elston: This was such a good thriller! It had all the ingredients I love different points of view, time jumps, so many suspects, and more than some amazing twist. This is a story about two women, a murder and an alibi and I thoroughly enjoyed this ride. I don’t want to say much more and give any of the twists away, but this was a five-star read for me.
The Future Saints by Ashley Winstead: I love books about fictional rock stars, and this one was exceptionally good. It will never fail to dazzle me when one author can dominate multiple genres. This
book was spectacular. Our main character is so unapologetically messy and in pain. The people who surround her are all interesting characters. This book made me laugh and cry. I loved it.
I hope you take a chance to read one of the books on this list. They are available at the Carnegie to be checked out. And stay cozy this winter!
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.
February Calendar of Events
Toddler Time @ Senoia Branch Feb. 5, 12, 19 and 26 at 9:45am
Paper Art Workshop @ Central Library Feb. 5, 10am to Noon
Baby Time @ Senoia Branch Feb. 5, 12, 19 and 26 at 10:30am
Tech Help Thursdays @ Grantville Branch Feb. 5, 11am
Mahjong Mavens @ Grantville Branch Feb. 5 and 19 at 1:30pm
Creative Corner @ Powell Branch Feb. 5 at 4pm
Chair Yoga @ Central Library Feb. 6, 13, 20 and 27 at Noon
CAREing Paws @ Powell Branch Feb. 7 and 21 at 10:30am
Farmtastic Saturdays with Georgia Farm Bureau @ Senoia Branch Feb. 7 at 1 to 2pm
Trivia Night @ Central Library Feb. 7 at 1pm
Adult Grab & Go Crafts @ Powell Branch Feb. 9
Baby Time @ Powell Branch Feb. 9 and 23 at 10am
Babies & Books @ Central Library Feb. 9 and 23 at 10:30am
Lap Time @ Powell Branch Feb. 9, 11, 23 and 25 at 10:30am
Preschool Story Time @ Senoia Branch Feb. 9, 16 and 23 at 11am
As the Pages Turn Book Club @ Grantville Branch Feb. 9 at 1:30pm
The Hook Up Crochet Club @ Central Library Feb. 9 at 4pm
FREE Tax Preparation Service (AARP) @ Central Library Feb. 10, 11, 17, 18, 24 and 25 from 9am to 2pm
Book Bugs Story Time @ Central Library Feb. 10 and 24 at 10:30am
Hooked on Homeschool @ Powell Branch Feb. 10 at 10:30am
Story Time @ Grantville Branch Feb 10, 17 and 24 at 10:30am
Page Turners Book Club @ Central Library Feb. 10 at 3pm
Teen Crafting Corner @ Senoia Branch Feb. 10 at 4pm
Book Worms Story Time @ Central Library Feb. 11, 18 and 25 at 10:30am
Storybook Yoga @ Powell Branch Feb. 11, 18 and 25 at 10:30am
Storybook Yoga @ Powell Branch Feb. 11, 18 and 25 at 10:30am
Homeschool Power Hour @ Grantville Branch Feb. 11, 18 and 25 at 11am
Get Knotty Macramé @ Central Library Feb. 11 at 3pm
Watercolor Landscape Painting @ Central Library Feb. 12 at 10am
Lego Club @ Grantville Branch Feb.12 at 3:30pm
Mid-Morning Makers @ Senoia Branch Feb. 13 at 11am
Story Time @ Powell Branch Feb. 13 and 26 at 11am
Lego Fun in the Library @ Central Library Feb. 14 at 10:30am
Art in the Library Camp - Middle Schoolers @ Grantville Branch Feb. 16, 17 and 18 at 10:30am
Art in the Library Camp - High Schoolers @ Grantville Branch Feb. 16, 17 and 18 at 1:30pm
Movie Time: Smallfoot @ Powell Branch Feb. 16 at 2pm
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Coweta Public Library Febrary Calendar continued from page 18
Memoir Workshop - Coweta Bicentennial @ Central Library Feb. 16 at 4pm
School's Out: Paint Your Own Ceramic @ Powell Branch Feb. 17 at 11am to Noon
Let's Get Crafty @ Senoia Branch Feb. 17 at 4pm
Silent Book Club @ Central Library Feb. 17 at 4pm
Lego at the Library @ Powell Branch Feb. 18 at 11:30am
Writer's Workshop @ Central Library Feb. 18 at 4pm
Baby Time @ Senoia Branch Feb. 19 at 10:30am
School's Out: Dog Man Party @ Powell Branch Feb. 19, 11am to Noon
School's Out: Teen Craft @ Powell Branch
Feb. 19, 2 to 3pm
Food Science at the Library @ Grantville Branch Feb. 19 at 3pm
Creative Club @ Central Library Feb. 21 at 11am
Baby Time @ Powell Branch Feb. 23 at 10am
Babies & Books @ Central Library Feb. 23 at 10:30am
Nailed It! Art History @ Central Library Feb. 26 at 4pm
Pokémon Club @ Powell Branch Feb. 26 at 4pm
3-D Print Club @ Powell Branch Feb. 27 at 11am
Quilts of Valor @ Central Library Feb. 28 from 11am to Noon
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Reading with your child for at least 15 minutes daily can drastically improve their language and academics. 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.
The Coweta Ferst Readers’ 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 ferstreaders.org P.O. Box 336, Newnan, GA 30264
