CatRangers

For 20 years and counting, the nonprofit animal rescue CatRangers has helped care for thousands of cats and kittens in Buford. Through providing medical care and placing pets in loving homes, the organization rescues animals that are facing imminent euthanasia or other life-threatening events. Volunteers are needed to socialize and foster cats, help with paperwork, […]

Educated Girls Rock

Educated Girls Rock

Founded in 2012 by Dr. Nisha Glenn, Educated Girls Rock is a nonprofit on a mission to prepare girls and young women of all cultural backgrounds for a life of education, purpose and equality. Help make a positive impact by becoming an online mentor, facilitating empowerment workshops or college tours or donating to the student […]

Girls on the Run

Exercise your mentoring skills and your body with a Gwinnett-based council of Girls on the Run. This nationwide nonprofit goes the distance to inspire female students in third through eighth grades to reach their limitless potential and chase their big dreams. Volunteer coaches lead small teams through fun, evidence-based lessons that build confidence, encourage healthy […]

Coweta County Farmers Market

Coweta County Farmers Market

RECURRING WEDNESDAYS AND SATURDAYS Coweta County Farmers Market Asa M. Powell, Sr. Expo Center 8:30am-noon Free Reap the season’s freshest bounty at this beloved community hub where local farmers, gardeners and artisans gather. Shop just-picked produce and pasture-raised meats to honey, baked goods and handmade crafts. facebook.com/profile.php  

Exercise Is Medicine

RECURRING MONDAYS AND WEDNESDAYS Exercise Is Medicine Newnan Carnegie Library 11:30am-12:15pm Free Get moving together at this event hosted by Newnan Carnegie Library, its Foundation and Piedmont Fitness. No registration needed — just bring water, wear comfy clothes and get ready to sweat and feel great with guidance from a trained instructor! newnancarnegie.com/events

Fall Art Walk

Fall Art Walk

SEPT. 19 Fall Art Walk Downtown Newnan 5-9pm Free Celebrate creativity and explore over 25 locations showcasing the work of 40+ local artists. With a wide variety of styles and mediums on display, it’s the perfect way to enjoy an inspiring evening in the heart of the city. explorenewnancoweta.com/things-to-do/events/fall-art-walk

Sunrise on the Square 5K

Sunrise on the Square 5K

AUG. 30 Sunrise on the Square 5K Downtown Newnan 8-10am $30 A beloved local tradition for over 40 years, the USA Track and Field-certified (USATF)-certified 5K kicks off in Downtown Newnan the Saturday before Labor Day. Runners and walkers of all levels will experience a scenic route through the city’s historic neighborhoods and vibrant commercial […]

Jazz in the Park: Chimere Scott

AUG. 29 Jazz in the Park: Chimere Scott Newnan Centre 7:30pm Free Enjoy the music of Chimere Scott, known for her “Timeless Tina” tribute and tours with India Arie and OutKast. Bring a chair, the whole family and enjoy a night of world-class jazz, food trucks and fun under the stars. eventbrite.com/e/jazz-in-the-park-chimere-scott-tickets

Labor Day Sidewalk Sale

AUG. 29-SEPT. 1 Labor Day Sidewalk Sale Downtown Newnan All day Free Don’t miss the annual all-day shopping tradition kicking off the Friday before Labor Day! Stroll the charming downtown streets and score some of the best deals of the year from your favorite local shops. explorenewnancoweta.com/things-to-do/events/labor-day-sidewalk-sale

Prescribed Burn Hike 

AUG. 16 Prescribed Burn Hike  Chattahoochee Bend State Park 10:30am-12:30pm $8/adult, $5/child; $5 for parking Join Georgia’s Northern Resource Manager Phil Delestrez for a guided Prescribed Burn Hike through Chattahoochee Bend and discover how controlled burns play a vital role in preserving our ecosystem. explore.gastateparks.org/info/314775