Events in Coweta County today

Enjoy supper at Newnan First UMC. Adult meals are $8, meals for children under 12 are $5, and a family of four, consisting of two adults and two children under 12, pays $25. Please RSVP by noon on the Tuesday before, or register and pay in person. Menu and programming information is available on the website.

Now in its third year, this disability and inclusion resource fair brings Coweta County together to connect residents with disabilities and special needs to local support in one welcoming setting. Presented at the Summit Family YMCA of Newnan in collaboration with Pathways Newnan, the event is free and open to the public and is designed for individuals with disabilities as well as families, caregivers, educators, service providers, and advocates. Attendees can explore services and information spanning health and wellness, education, adaptive recreation, vocational training, legal guidance, and more. Expect chances to meet community organizations, try hands-on activities, and discover tools that can make daily life easier. Highlights include a pop up claims office offering help with the transition from pediatric to adult disability programs, plus sample offerings from the YMCA such as adaptive yoga and swim options and opportunities for free memberships. Resources and education will also be available on suicide prevention, government benefits, self advocacy, and inclusive community involvement. Businesses and sponsors can take part by showcasing accessible products and services, building connections with an engaged audience, and networking with inclusion focused partners. The YMCA emphasizes its mission to foster belonging and access for all, and this gathering reflects that commitment by bringing partners and resources together so every family can find pathways to thrive.

Enjoy a family-friendly evening of music trivia at The Alamo, hosted by Sam. Tables tend to fill up, so arriving early or calling ahead to reserve a table is suggested.

Walk for Hope brings the community together around one shared goal, ending cancer for everyone. Since 1997, this effort has raised nearly $50 million to power the mission and provide tangible support for people affected by cancer. Funds raised benefit City of Hope, helping accelerate research and advance innovative treatments for all cancer types. Participants create personal fundraising pages, take part in person or virtually, and often team up with friends and family to amplify their impact. Many walk in honor of loved ones, celebrate survivorship, and advocate for a future without cancer. Stories and reasons for walking are shared widely with the #WalkforHope tag, building momentum and spreading hope.

This low-cost clinic for dogs and cats offers an exam for $25 per pet and core vaccines for $18 each. Microchipping is $30. Rabies vaccinations are available as a 1 year shot for $20 or a 3 year shot for $50, and the 3 year option requires proof of a prior shot. Testing includes a canine heartworm test for $30 and a feline triple test for $40. To schedule an appointment, call 770-288-5592.

This intensive one-day advanced equine emergency first aid course in Newnan, Georgia equips participants to plan, prepare, and respond when every second counts. Learn how to evaluate a horse’s condition and act in severe situations, including freeing a trapped animal, addressing poisoning, treating burns and bites, managing hypothermia or hyperthermia, responding to tie-ups, stabilizing fractures, and caring for life-threatening chest wounds. The training emphasizes confident decision-making and immediate human intervention to support a horse through the most critical injuries.

Santa and Mrs. Claus will be at Bridges Photography in Newnan, GA for private family sessions. Each booking includes a 15 minute one-on-one visit to share letters and wish lists, plus 8 to 10 edited digital images and a print release. The fee is $125, payable by cash or card. Book through the event link and choose a time slot.

Hosted by Main Street Newnan, this community marketplace fills the area around the courthouse square in downtown Newnan with more than 50 booths showcasing the work of local artists, makers, and farmers. Explore handcrafted goods, farm-fresh produce, honey, jams and jellies, salsa, pottery, original art, children’s clothing, woven baskets, leatherwork, fresh baked treats, handmade furniture, birdhouses, wood and fiber art, wreaths, floral creations, and other unique finds. New vendors bring fresh discoveries at each market. Admission is free and the event is open to all.

This outdoor program spotlights one of Georgia's most frequently seen mammals, the white-tailed deer. The program covers ecology, behavior, population dynamics, and management practices. Afterward, a show-and-tell highlights deer signs and findings discovered throughout the park. The cost is $5.00 per person. To register, contact the Visitor Center at 770-254-7271. Please bring bug spray and water.