Fayette County, GA June 2023

Last Call for

The Dodge Charger is a piece of American history. And it won’t be around much longer. Cronic Automotive Group has announced “last call” for these popular muscle cars. Right now there are just under two dozen on the Spalding County lot, and the sales team expects to get 30 to 40 more in the next two months.

But the Charger’s days are definitely numbered, at least in its current 817-horsepower form. Production of this classic four-door sports car is winding down to make way for a new electric model Dodge is planning to unveil in the near future.

“After this year, the Charger gas engines, which have been staples for so many years, are going away,” Cronic new car sales

manager Rich Day confirmed in a recent interview.

These are cars that you don’t need to test-drive. If you know, you know. They are fast – “dangerously fast,” as Day put it. Think Fast and Furious, like the movies.

People are already making their way to the Cronic lot to see what they can get. There are several choices available, starting at $36,000 and going up to around $99,000. Day’s staff is working every day with customers who desperately want to know what they can qualify for financially to get behind the wheel of this classic.

“Charger’s got such a name when it comes to the sports car world,” said Day. “It’s been around for so long and so people just want to be able to have a piece of that last call.”

Customers have come to Griffin from as far as Maine and Texas to secure their new vehicles, in part because of the colors that are still available. One buyer wired the entire purchase amount of the car once he learned that Cronic had the one he wanted.

“When it comes to these kinds of vehicles, they sell themselves,” said Day. “They’re sexy. The curb appeal is by far one of the best with any car that there is.”

If you want to guarantee your piece of American muscle car history, reach out to Cronic as soon as possible. Call 770-2274271, click croniccars.com, or stop by the showroom at 2515 North Expressway in Griffin. Because once they are gone, they are gone.

Wanda Cronic Howell, President and Dealer at Cronic Automotive Group in Griffin

Limited stock is available nationwide of this piece of Americana, the Dodge Charger. Get yours at Cronic.

Brotherly Love

Thankfully, I only have one sister and one brother, so they both are my favorite siblings. If you grew up with a big brother, you may have experienced a litany of big-brother pranks. Things like attaching firecrackers to your dolls and blowing them to kingdom come... or scuffing his feet on the carpeting and shocking you when you walked by. Not my brother. My brother, Bill, only, ever showed me love. My brother was so loving and sweet that the only way he drove me crazy was by wanting to hug me, like, all. the. time.

Billy was eight years old when I was born, so he knew what babies were, and he thought I was the cutest, sweetest thing he'd ever seen. My mother told me that he stood in the back seat of her 1965 Ford Fairlane with his head over her shoulder, holding my hand the whole way home from the hospital. (This was way before seatbelt laws) Billy and I did just about everything together. Being that he was 8 years my elder, I grew up learning the ways of boys. He taught me how to arm wrestle, climb trees like a gibbon, and whip a playground ball like a bullet during a game of dodgeball. We built forts in the living room out of card tables, TV trays, and blankets, with secret rooms and entrances. Billy played classical piano and I grew up doing my homework to the likes of Beethoven, Bach, and Chopin's Nocturne op.9 No.2. How lucky can a little sister be?

But the best thing about my brother, Bill, is that he has the biggest, most loving heart of any man I have ever known, other than my husband and father. His number one desire is to make sure the people around him know that they are included, cherished, and loved both by him, and the Lord. He has always been a friend to the unfriended. Always took in anyone who needed a place to go or someone to talk with. He is always concerned that if anyone is talking to him, they are truly heard and feel understood by him. He has the Heart of Jesus and is truly a wonderful man.

I hope you enjoy reading about some other wonderful men living in our beloved Fayette County this month.

Blessings to you and the men in your life,

June 2023

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Jennifer Conforti | jennifer.conforti@citylifestyle.com

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Where neighbors can see and be seen.

1: Porsches invaded downtown Senoia in April for Mexican food and German cars! 2: Porsche owners enjoying Mexican cuisine at Fuego Del Mar in downtown Senoia. 3: Special Olympics was hosted at Whitewater High School. 4: "Let me win, but if I cannot win, let me be brave in the attempt." Athlete's Oath 5: The principals at Martin Dodson Homes with Angie Palmer at the grand opening of their development in Senoia. 6: The Martin Dodson home is beautiful, and so are the people! 7: Committee Co-Chairs Penny Molis and Kimberly Castaneda with golfer Doug Daniel at Fore the Paws Tournament.

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8: Samantha Pieroni ready to tee-off at Fayette Humane Society’s 3rd Annual Fore the Paws Golf Tournament. 9: Susan Ruhala and Sheila Ostrofsky at Fayette Humane Society’s Fore the Paws Golf Tournament. 10: Walton Apartments Fayetteville cuts the ribbon at their new development behind City Center Park. 11: Fayetteville Mayor, Ed Johnson, welcomes Walton Fayetteville to the city. 12: Folks got all dressed up for the Bloom Ball Gala to benefit foster children. 13: Raising money for foster children while dancing and more at the Bloom Ball. 14: PTC Police Chief Janet Moon (R) at Bloom Ball.

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Harts of Teal Color Run/Walk for Ovarian Cancer Awareness

The Annual Harts of Teal 5K Color Run/ Walk is on Saturday, June 17, at 9 am, at One Church in Fayetteville! All donations are tax-deductible with proceeds going to our community awareness, education, and preparedness campaigns. We are partnering with other ovarian cancer foundations to achieve our goals and expand our patient education and support groups. For more information or to get involved, please visit our website www.hartsofteal.org. and come RUN or WALK with us!

New Hot Spot Open in PTC!

The Alchemist Kitchen + Bar is a contemporary gastropub serving world cuisine eats & cocktails in a stylish, modern atmosphere put together by Chef Ken Wisneski. Featuring flavors from around the world, the curated culinary selections melt together in a magical process to create an amazing experience. The pairings from our amazing craft cocktails and lovely wine selection provide the complete dining experience you have been looking for. Make your reservation at thealchemistkitchenbar.com.

New Caribbean Fusion Restaurant in Fayetteville

Flair Food Restaurant and Bar is now open for dining! Authentic, distinctive Caribbean dishes, served with excellence, await you in a fun, casual setting. Quality customer service and sustainability have earned them a loyal following among their patrons. Join them for their Grand Opening Celebration on June 22nd! Flair Food is located at 115 Promenade Pkwy, Fayetteville.

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The World to Q ACCORDING

If you go on any search engine and type “Q the Coach” you’ll see a host of articles, videos, blogs, podcasts, and yes, professional body-building photos. Quentin Pullen, respectfully known as Coach Q, has been immersed in the world of fitness for thirty years. He believes fitness is more than body mass and muscles. “Wellness is about the total being. If something’s missing, who’s making up for that?” The answer: We should.

Coach Q was born and raised in southwest Atlanta, but he’ll tell you, “I grew up in the world.” In high school, he was the cadet commander for ROTC. That opportunity prepared him well for what he would experience in the armed forces. On day one of service in the Marine Corps, “I jumped off the bus and right into my footprints at attention. They saw a leader with enthusiasm, and made me platoon leader.” Coach Q never lost his leadership position. He is a dual-service veteran having served eight years in the Marine Corps and four years in the Navy.

While in the military, Coach Q tested and pushed his own physical and mental limits by doing obstacle courses. He was fueled by the dynamics, the thrill, and the health benefits. “I’ve always had

COACH Q INFLUENCES TOTAL BODY FITNESS AND WELLNESS WITH EXPERIENCE, EXPERTISE, AND EFFECTIVENESS.

a dream that regular people should be able to do this.” Coach Q had a vision for bringing obstacle courses to the masses, and drew up plans for his vision. He pitched the idea to a client in California who said it would never make any money. Two years later, American Ninja Warrior was aired on television, followed by the Spartan race and others.

Coach Q was not deterred and continued to work out, train private clients, and successfully competed in bodybuilding competitions for 24 years. Today, the walls in his gym are lined with certificates, and his shelves are filled with awards and trophies. Both he and his wife, Nora, have earned a Spartan Trifecta - completion of three different Spartan obstacle course races in one year.

A back injury in 2015 changed the trajectory of Coach Q’s fitness business. By taking advice from an outstanding physical therapist, he not only avoided surgery, he decided to become a physical therapist the following year. “I needed to know how to fix people, as well as coach them.”

Coach Q’s passion for obstacle courses never waned. He and Nora moved from California to Fayette County a little over two years ago and picked up where they left off. When describing his gym, Coach Q explains, “Every machine that’s made in fitness is made off of human movement, so it tries to mimic human movement. I have an open floor plan. It’s filled with weights and all the bells and whistles, but I don’t have the machines that you are stuck trying to conform to. They don’t improve your natural movement. We do an analysis of stability first. If you’re not stable or mobile, how are you going to get strong? Let’s get you out of pain. Let’s get you moving well, and then we’ll get you stronger.” The business includes a gym, swimming pool, physical therapy clinic, and a brandnew obstacle course. “I have to meet you where you are, not where I expect you to be. It’s my job to make you better.”

Coach Q strongly believes, “We have to stop neglecting ourselves. A healthy, happy person is a productive person. It doesn’t matter what age you are or what stage you are in your life, or how busy you are, you can find time for yourself.”

Visit qthecoach.com to learn more about the services offered, and see for yourself what’s possible.

PHENOMENAL MEN OF FAYETTE

FIVE OF FAYETTE'S FINEST SHARE THEIR STORIES OF COMMITMENT TO OUR COMMUNITY.

ARTICLE BY JENNIFER CONFORTI

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JOE CLARK

FAYETTEVILLE CITY COUNCILMAN

BY SUSAN WALWORTH

Although he’s traveled the world, Joe Clark has found his forever home in Fayetteville. The Rome, GA., native was stationed in Europe while serving in the Army and has worked as a flight attendant with Southwest Airlines for 29 years. Joe is also a former professional drug-free bodybuilder who retired at 55 after 20 years and many titles. “You get tired of being on stage with 25-year-olds,” he said.

After living in Atlanta for 32 years, he and his spouse Harry decided to relocate to someplace with a slower lifestyle and lower property taxes. Joe admits Fayetteville was the last place he thought he would wind up. But since his move in 2015, he said, “It’s been the best decision I ever made in my life.”

Joe quickly became involved in his new community and was elected to the Fayetteville City Council in 2019. He also serves on the Downtown Development Authority and is chairman of the Fayette County Democratic Party. “I need to learn to say no sometimes,” he admits.

Serving on the city council, Joe said, has been one of the most rewarding things he’s done because he can make a difference in the city that has become his hometown—one that is growing more diverse. “We’re a multitude of races that live here and it’s made it a very interesting place to live.”

It’s also given him a better understanding of the community’s needs. He is passionate about non-profits including Two Sparrows Village, which provides a home for adults with special needs. One of seven children, Joe had a special needs brother who could never live independently. “My mother’s biggest fear in life is that she would die before he did,” he said, adding that she outlived him by a few months.

Although he moved to Fayetteville with thoughts of retirement, it’s doubtful Joe will ever stop doing. “There’s always going to be a need out there,” he said. “We’re not wired just to sit down and do nothing.”

BRIAN COOPER

OWNER, RED TAIL CONSULTING

BY SUSAN WALWORTH

Whether it’s time, talent, or treasure, Brian Cooper’s mother taught him from a young age to give back.

“If you don’t have the checkbook to write a million-dollar check to a nonprofit, then you can still give your time and whatever talent God gave you,” Brian said. “I’ve always enjoyed doing for someone else or for a greater purpose.”

Originally from Columbia, S.C., and a graduate of the University of Tennessee, Brian came to Fayette County as part of the film industry. While working with an Atlanta company that leased lighting equipment to tv shows and movies such as Zombie Land, Killers, and Lincoln, Brian made sales call on the development team of Pinewood Atlanta Studios. He got more than a sale.  Brian was asked to interview for a leadership position and was hired as the vice president of operations and Pinewood’s first employee in 2013. “When I started, that was just a wheat field where the studios stand today,” he said. After accepting the job, Brian felt that it was important to become part of the Fayette County community where he lives with his partner, Dr. Samantha Brooks.

Brian left Pinewood in 2019 and started Red Tail Consulting, which provides procurement, site planning, design, construction, and operation of movie studios wanting to locate in Georgia. “There’s still a very high demand in Georgia that we just don’t have the capacity for yet,” he said.

While he is pro-development, Brian is also an avid outdoorsman who is passionate about conservation and believes the two can go hand in hand. He is a board member of the Southern Conservation Trust and the Conservation Partnership as well as being involved in Ducks Unlimited and the National Wild Turkey Federation. “It’s important to get people outside to understand how powerful nature is, but it’s also very delicate,” Brian said. “It’s something that we all need to participate in to make sure that it’s there for future generations.”

PARKER BUTLER

CO-OWNER, BREW-TIFUL DIFFERENCE COFFEE CART

BY PAM REID

Twenty-four-year-old Georgia native and business owner Parker Butler is all about community, making connections, new friends, and his favorite drink … coffee. Parker and his mom Vickie Butler, co-own Brew-tiful Difference, a mobile coffee cart service that was launched this past November.

Parker is not limited in what he can do just because he’s differently abled. He has a mind for business, a mind for community, and a mind for meeting new people and making new friends. A former student in the Fayette County Board of Education’s REACH program, Parker gained the skills to be successful in his recent endeavor. Working half days at Panasonic serving the employees on REACH’s coffee cart, gave inspiration for the Brew-tiful Difference Coffee Bar.

The business is a natural fit for Parker who loves coffee and drinks it every day. Parker’s positive outlook and sweet personality are what draw people to him. His favorite part of the business is taking orders and visiting other vendors. “I go to different vendors and get to know them.”

The Brew-tiful Difference Coffee Bar is a partnership with a local roaster, Alma Coffee, and is available for all types of occasions — weddings, birthday parties, church and school events, markets and fairs, nonprofit events, corporate and office events, and more. Other beverages such as hot chocolate, spiced apple cider, specialty teas, and lemonades are also offered. Parker adds, “In the future, we will have merchandise.”

The vision for Brew-tiful Difference is to grow and hire other differently-abled adults. Parker has a lot of friends in that community who he would love to help gain skills, grow self-esteem, and build new relationships; a testament to the Eagle Scout principles he’s been living by since becoming one in 2019 with Troop 79 in Tyrone. Parker and his mom are supported in the business by Parker’s dad Wilvor, and his brother Taylour. Visit brewtifuldifferencecoffeecart.com to reserve the coffee cart, and be sure to ask for Parker’s Favorite, a medium roast on their menu.

DAVID MOWELL

PRESIDENT, MOWELL FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICE

BY SUSAN WALWORTH

Fayetteville native David Mowell, president of Mowell Funeral & Cremation Service, who also served as deputy coroner of Fayette County for 20 years, is proud of his family’s tradition of helping others.

David’s parents, C.J. and Faye Mowell started the business in 1964 in the downstairs of what is now known as the John Arnold house in Fayetteville. The family, including David and his three siblings, lived upstairs. A nightmare for some, David wouldn’t trade it for anything.  “It was great,” he said, adding that he played hide-n-seek in the casket room with friends. “It was never scary or creepy to me.”

A fond memory is when his father allowed David to drive the hearse to his last day at Fayette County High School in 1989. After calling some buddies, about 80 cars gathered at the funeral home for a full-blown procession, complete with police escort. David, who lives in Brooks now, said the town of about 8,000 was a different world then.

After graduating from the University of Georgia with a business degree, David returned to the family business. “It was the only thing I ever really knew how to do well,” he said. He accepts and embraces that he is always on call. “That is the life I’ve chosen.”

In a career that involves much tragedy and sadness, David appreciates the support of his wife, April, who also works in the business, his children, Harrison, Grayson, and Macie Rose, and all those who surround him. His faith keeps him positive. “Without that, I don’t know what I would do.” Involved in church and community activities, David also enjoys pickleball, golf, and 80’s rock.

In business and life, relationships are most important to him.  An elderly widow once told him, ‘There is no way I could have gotten through this without you.’ Helping someone in their time of need, David said, is my ‘unknown paycheck.’

BREN BRIGGS

FOUNDER - THE EDEN PROJECT

BY PAM REID

A recent graduate of Leadership Fayette, Bren Briggs’ military record and his impact on the local veteran community has been nothing short of phenomenal. Born and raised in rural Pennsylvania, all Bren ever wanted to do was be like his dad … a Marine. Although a guidance counselor didn’t see a military career in Bren’s future, when recruiters visited Bren’s school, he joined the Marine Corps at the end of his senior year.

Honorably discharged after 28 years of military service, Bren can attest that there is purpose in times of difficulty and struggles. One of ten trained in counter-terrorism, Bren was sent to Iraq during the height of the surge in the war in Iraq and Afghanistan. Bren returned with injuries that required six surgeries and dealt with significant challenges during the years to follow. What Bren was able to endure and overcome became the basis for The Eden Project.

Founded in 2016 with the mission to help veterans transition from military to post-military life, The Eden Project is an award-winning 501(c)3 organization. Managed solely by volunteers, it was selected by the Fayette Chamber of Commerce as the non-profit of excellence in 2021. Countless stories of veterans who successfully progress through the organization’s programs are a testament to The Eden Project’s effectiveness. “We help people become stronger and more resilient so they can deal with all the stuff around us. We help vets find their purpose.”

According to Bren, “There are 178,000 veterans that live within a 30-mile radius of Fayetteville. It’s estimated that 30% have post-traumatic stress and 14% have a brain injury. These are the hidden wounds that we can’t see.”

Bren believes, “The core of The Eden Project is our peer-to-peer program. Veterans working with other veterans who have either made the journey or gone through the hard stuff, helping the other ones who are still struggling with it. I feel obligated, committed, and blessed. I’m in a position where I can help other people. This is where I think I’m supposed to be.”

You can learn more about The Eden Project at eden-project.com .

At Hero Doughnuts & Buns in the Town at Trilith

EXTINGUISH HUNGER WITH FIREHOUSE PASTA

Chef Pauli shares recipe with local firefighters

ARTICLE AND PHOTOGRAPHY BY SUSAN WALWORTH

Photo by Chef Pauli

SAY IF YOU CAN’T STAND THE HEAT STAY OUT OF

But if anyone can stand the heat, it’s a firefighter, and firehouse kitchens have developed the reputation of dishing up some delicious meals. Fayette County Station 6 in Brooks was no exception recently when Chef Pauli Reep treated FAO (Fire Apparatus Operator) Ken Moon and Lt. Joe Beshers to an easy-to-prepare and appropriately-named recipe—Firehouse Pasta.

With its red-tiled floor, blond cabinets, maroon countertops, and a dining table bought at a prison surplus sale, the Station 6 kitchen hardly screams gourmet. But with Chef Pauli’s guidance, Moon and Beshers, who are usually on shift together, had the hearty, one-pan meal on the table almost as fast as a sprint to the fire engine. Both firefighters and EMA Director, Capt. Brian Davis, who was visiting the station, extinguished their hunger quickly after making their servings four-alarm with additional hot sauce.

On-shift for 24 hours straight before being off for 48, Moon and Beshers normally don’t have a professional chef cooking their meals. They admit they usually rely on food picked up on the way to work or bring leftovers from home. Few restaurants will deliver all the way to Brooks. When they do cook at the station, they furnish their own groceries. Each firefighter also chips in money each month to buy shared essentials such as condiments and coffee. Three boxes of Girl Scout cookies on the counter, all that remains from a case donated by Girl Scouts touring the station, are evidence they also enjoy snacks.

A firefighter for 30 years, Moon, who lives in Cumming, enjoys grilling chicken and pork chops. “I love to cook,” he said. Beshers, who lives in Sharpsburg, has been a firefighter for nine years. He sometimes cooks dishes such as chicken and rice and particularly enjoys spicy food. No matter what’s cooking at the station, the radio room’s chatter is always in the background. The firefighters are always listening for the station’s specific tone that alerts them that they need to respond to a fire or medical emergency.

Capt. Davis, who lives in Brooks, appreciates the

“THEY

THE KITCHEN.”

Chef Pauli shows FAO Moon the ropes.

Chef Pauli with FAO Moon (L) and Lt. Beshers (R).

sacrifice these firefighters make, missing many holidays and events with their families. “They’re always ready to respond,” he said.

If the station tone sounds while they’re cooking, they turn off the stove and run. When they return to their food, Moon said, “Sometimes it turns out well and sometimes we have to order delivery.”

When they’re not responding to emergencies, the firefighters train, maintain equipment and supplies, and baby their fire trucks, which are often washed three times a week.

And just in case they eat too much, they have a small workout room where they can stay in shape with exercise equipment—painted fire engine red, of course.

FIREMAN’S PASTA

INGREDIENTS

• 12 oz uncooked penne pasta

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• 1 lb Italian sausage links, casings removed

• 1 tsp. Italian Seasoning

• 4 large cloves garlic, minced

• 6 oz. bag fresh spinach

• 1- 14 oz can diced, fire roasted tomatoes

• 1/2 cup dry white wine

• 6 oz oil-packed julienned

sun-dried tomatoes

• 7 oz jar roasted red bell peppers, sliced.

• 1 (15 oz) can natural black olives, drained and halved

• 1/4 cup julienned fresh basil

• 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt

• 3/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

• Tabasco or other hot sauce (like Frank’s RedHot) for serving

• Grated parmesan cheese, for serving

COOKING INSTRUCTIONS

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the pasta and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Drain, and set aside.

2. Add the olive oil to a large, deep, nonstick skillet. Use your hands to break up the Italian sausage into small crumbles and sprinkle them evenly inside the skillet. Turn up the heat to medium-high and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned all over, about 10 minutes.

3. Add the garlic and Italian seasoning to the skillet, then add as much fresh spinach as will fit. Stir the spinach into the sausage mixture, adding more spinach as it wilts & creates more room. Continue until all the spinach has been added and wilted.

4. Next, add the fire-roasted tomatoes, wine, sun-dried tomatoes, bell peppers, and olives. Stir, and let simmer for about 5 minutes to let the flavors meld.

5. Add the pasta, fresh basil, salt, and pepper and stir to combine. Cook for just a minute to warm the pasta, then turn off the heat. Spoon the pasta into bowls, drizzle with hot sauce, sprinkle with parmesan cheese, and enjoy!

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events

A curated selection of the most intriguing upcoming events in our area.

Rotary Club of Fayetteville

FAYETTEVILLE CITY HALL, 210 STONEWALL AVE WEST | 11:00 AM

Join our regular club meetings at the new Fayetteville City Hall. Rotary members believe that we have a shared responsibility to take action on our world’s most persistent issues. We provide service to others, promote integrity, and advance world understanding, goodwill, and peace through our fellowship of business, professional and community leaders. We'd love to meet you! Info at rotary6900.org

Peachtree City Farmers Market

ABERDEEN VILLAGE SHOPPING CENTER, 215 NORTHLAKE DRIVE PTC | 9:00 AM

Food, Fun, Gifts, Music... Saturday’s market brings approximately 60 vendors offering a variety of fresh produce, poultry, beef and pork, bread, sweet treats, honey, eggs, prepared foods, and so much more. Whether you’re looking to create a feast or simply don’t want to cook at all, we have you covered. 9 AM - 1 PM.

Yoga in the Park Benefiting Southern Conservation Trust

FAYETTE ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION CENTER, 305 BEAUREGARD BOULEVARD, FAYETTEVILLE | 9:00 AM

Sweet Tea Yoga is hosting this free program benefiting the Southern Conservation Trust and its mission of elevating nature through exceptional stewardship by protecting greenspace, conserving resources, educating the public, and advocating for wildlife.  This 60-minute yoga class is for all levels, from new to experienced yogis! Register today to experience yoga surrounded by nature! sctlandtrust.org/event-calendar/yoga-in-the-park-feec-6-3/

Celebrate 200 Years of the City of Fayetteville

CITY CENTER PARK 210 STONEWALL AVE W, FAYETTEVILLE | 4:00 PM

The Bicentennial Celebration will be anchored at City Center Park and will feature a market, live bands, food trucks, walking tours, and more. Satellite celebration locations will include the Old Fayette County Courthouse grounds and Fayetteville City Cemetery. The evening will culminate with Fayetteville’s sky full of fireworks! Visit fayetteville-ga.gov/200th

Open Air Bazaar & Farmers Market

KIWANIS ACTIVITIES HOUSE PARKING LOT, 980 REDWINE RD, FAYETTEVILLE  | 8:00 AM

Join us for our First Annual Bazaar & Farmer's Market. Find new, vintage, homemade, baked goods and fresh produce all in one location! Join us and see what treasures you can find from a local vendor. Find those hidden treasures you never knew you needed! Bring a friend!

Camp WILD at Fayette Environmental Education Center

SOUTHERN CONSERVATION TRUST, 305 BEAUREGARD BOULEVARD, FAYETTEVILLE | 8:00 AM

Camp WILD at Fayette Environmental Education Center offers children an immersive outdoor experience. Join us for one or all five weeks! Each week offers a different theme with fun games, activities, live animal encounters, and crafts so your camper can keep the fun going. For more info and to register visit  sctlandtrust.org/event-calendar/summer-camp-week-1/.

JUNE 9TH

Sunset Sounds

DRAKE FIELD, 155 WILLOWBEND RD, PTC | 7:00 PM

Sunset Sounds is back for 2023! Join us for a free evening of music at Drake Field. Don't forget to B.Y.O.C (Bring Your Own Chair) and grab some dinner and your spot to sing and dance to some great music under the stars.  For more info please visit peachtree-city.org/

JUNE 9TH

Night Under the Stars

LAKE HORTON PARK, 1275 ANTIOCH RD, FAYETTEVILLE | 8:30 PM

Come and stargaze with the Fayette Parks and Recreation Department at Lake Horton! Flint River Astronomy (flintriverastronomy.org) will be joining us to help locate several constellations and planets. Reserve your family's spot at Freshtix.com . FREE! All ages welcome! Questions? 770-716-4320  *rain date June 10

JUNE 9TH

Wellspring Living Summer Supper

VINEWOOD STABLES, 1324 ROSCOE RD, NEWNAN, GA | 6:00 PM

This beautiful, casual event features a heart-touching program, fun live and silent auctions, and a delicious, seasonal dinner menu. Start your summer off with this meaningful opportunity to gather together and change the lives of Georgia’s sex trafficking survivors and those at-risk.  Visit wellspringliving.org/events/summersupper/ or contact Christian Murphy at cmurphy@wellspringliving.org.

JUNE 15TH

Third Thursdays, Live Music Series

THE AVENUE PEACHTREE CITY, 239 CITY CIRCLE | 6:00 PM

Join us for an adult night out after work. Get some fresh air while enjoying live music by local talent, Mary Martin. Yard games and food and drink specials from Ted's Montana Grill and Positano Pizza Napoletana. The first 50 guests receive a free drink, compliments of The Avenue Peachtree City. For more info visit https://www.avenuepeachtreecity.com/event/Third-Thursday/2145570512/.

JUNE 15TH

Food Truck Frenzy

MCCURRY PARK, 120 MCDONOUGH RD, FAYETTEVILLE | 5:00 PM

Food Truck Frenzy!!! Join Fayette Parks and Recreation Department this summer as we host a variety of delicious food trucks in the park! Share this event with your friends and come out for a delicious evening!

Get That Summer Smile Shining Bright!

EVENTS CONTINUED

JUNE 16TH

Line Dance Party

KIWANIS CENTER, 980 REDWINE ROAD, FAYETTEVILLE | 7:30 PM

Join our Fayette Parks and Rec Department for a great Line Dance Party! Line dancing builds confidence, improves strength and muscle tone, and improves your cardiovascular health! Enjoy learning in a fun, friendly and social atmosphere! Fees $5 (non-student) $7.50 (non-resident). Ages 16 & up. Visit  fayettecountyga.gov for more info.

JUNE 23RD

Night Market

DRAKE FIELD, 155 WILLOWBEND RD, PTC | 5:00 PM

Inspired by vibrant outdoor markets popular throughout Europe and Asia, night markets are social outdoor events where food, retail, and vendors offer a variety of fresh, local street foods, arts & crafts, and other family-friendly fare. Featured entertainment includes No Limitz Band from McDonough, Water to Wine from McDonough and Venus Kings from Peachtree City. Visit  nightmarketptc.com for more info.

JUNE 27TH

Business Women of Fayette and Coweta - The Connect MAGUIRE'S IRISH PUB, 42 MAIN ST, SENOIA | 5:00 PM

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MAKE AN IMPACT FOR DAD

Memorable Ways to Celebrate The Father Figure in Your Life

What do you buy for the man who has everything? Perhaps an experience oriented around what dads value most – time together – is just what he needs. Fathers and father figures are invaluable in our lives. They help shape and mold us. They’re there for us and support us. If you haven’t already planned something special, take a look at our list of ideas and circle your favorites. If you have kids, let them join in the fun too!

Whether you decide to spend a day at home or enjoy a day on the town, these innovative celebration ideas will include fun for the whole family and make Dad feel loved. Whatever activity or surprise you land on to show your dad, husband, brother or father figure your appreciation for all they do, the most important thing is that you all get to spend some quality time together.

LEARN ABOUT HIS FAMILY TREE

Family heritage websites can offer insight into dad’s past and be an interesting way to study the history of your family. Present Dad with a report on his ancestors or dig in together!

GO ON A BIKE RIDE

Find a local trail you haven’t tried before, load up the bikes and set out for a day of riding. Finish off the day with a nice meal out after all your hard work.

GO BIRD WATCHING

Lay out a blanket in your backyard and grab your binoculars for a peaceful, nature-filled day. Make a list of how many different kinds of birds you see and guess if you can identify them.

MAKE A TIME CAPSULE

Dig a hole in your backyard and have Dad help the kids gather items around the house (like a current newspaper or flyers) and put them in a waterproof bag.

GO BOWLING

Bowling is a timeless classic Dad is sure to enjoy. Bonus if the bowling alley has an arcade, chicken wings and Dad’s favorite beverage of choice.