June
June 5
Starr’s Mill Football Camp is today from 9 a.m to noon at Panther Stadium. The camp is for players in Grades two through eight. The camp will include: QB play/RB play/lineman skills/linebacker and defensive back skills. Proper mechanics and speed enhancing drills will be taught. Camp will be instructed by all varsity football coaches. Participants will be divided into small groups to increase the improvement opportunities. Participants should bring cleats, sneakers and water. The cost is $80/player if registered by May 31 and $90/player for walk up registration. To register, fill out the form provided on The Community School website at www.fayettecs.org. Participants can either mail a money order or cashiers check to The Fayette Community School. Or, pay in person with cash or credit card between 8 a.m.- 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday or 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. on Fridays. Once school is out for summer, please view their website for new office hours. They do not accept checks. If you have questions about payment, please call their office at 770-460-3990, ext. 470. No refunds once camp has begun.
2013 Starr’s Mill High School Pantherette Dance Camp is today from 9 a.m. to noon, for rising kindergarteners – 8th graders. Join the Starr’s Mill High School Dance team for crafts, games, snacks and lots of dance. Registration is $100 by May 24. Walk ups welcome on camp day if space allows. Email coach for details: evert.amy@mail.fcboe.org.
June 6
Starr’s Mill Football Camp is today from 9 a.m to noon at Panther Stadium. The camp is for players in Grades two through eight. The camp will include: QB play/RB play/lineman skills/linebacker and defensive back skills. Proper mechanics and speed enhancing drills will be taught. Camp will be instructed by all varsity football coaches. Participants will be divided into small groups to increase the improvement opportunities. Participants should bring cleats, sneakers and water. The cost is $80/player if registered by May 31 and $90/player for walk up registration. To register, fill out the form provided on The Community School website at www.fayettecs.org. Participants can either mail a money order or cashiers check to The Fayette Community School. Or, pay in person with cash or credit card between 8 a.m.- 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday or 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. on Fridays. Once school is out for summer, please view their website for new office hours. They do not accept checks. If you have questions about payment, please call their office at 770-460-3990, ext. 470. No refunds once camp has begun.
2013 Starr’s Mill High School Pantherette Dance Camp is today from 9 a.m. to noon, for rising kindergarteners – 8th graders. Join the Starr’s Mill High School Dance team for crafts, games, snacks and lots of dance. Registration is $100 by May 24. Walk ups welcome on camp day if space allows. Email coach for details: evert.amy@mail.fcboe.org.
The National Association of Purchasing Management-West GA affiliate meets today at 5:45 p.m. The meeting is at the Hilton Garden Inn in Peachtree City. Networking runs from 5:45 p.m. to 6:15 p.m., dinner is at 6:15 p.m. and the program starts at 6:45 p.m. Guest speaker is Lisa Williams of On-Site Computer Training and her topic will be “New Tools & Office Technologies.” Cost is $20 for non-members. RSVP by 3 p.m. May 31 to napmwestgeorgia@yahoo.com . Affiliate website: www.napm-westgeorgia.org .
June 7
Vince Gill is at the Southern Ground Amphitheater in Fayetteville tonight. The opening act starts at 8 p.m. and the main show begins at 9 p.m.
June 8
The 4th annual Historic Senoia Bicycle Tour is today. This easy 3-hour bicycle tour of historic Senoia is for bicyclists of all ages and abilities. The tour is great for people interested in the history of the area, interesting architecture, tales of residents past and present, and the sites where such films and TV episodes have been shot as “Fried GreenTomatoes,” “The War,” “Andersonville” and “The Walking Dead.”
The tour starts at 9 a.m. It will begin and end at the Senoia Area Historical Societyheadquarters and museum at 6 Couch Street, where riders will have the opportunity to view a brief history of the town and images of some of Senoia’s key citizens and structures from the past, then ride through the Senoia Historic District, making stops in front of homes and churches. Afterward, enjoy light refreshments and a chance to win a door prize and take a walk through time. Recommended donations are $15 for adults and $10 for children under 13. All proceeds benefit the Senoia Area Historical Society. Donations are tax deductible. Helmets are required. Due to frequent stops, walkable cycling shoes are recommended.
Spaces are limited and reserved on a first come, first served basis. To register, email Bonnie Bobbitt at bbbobbitt@yahoo.com. Include names of riders, contact information (email and phone), and any questions you may have.
The Fayette County Democratic Committee’s next Pancakes and Politics Meeting is June 8 at 9 a.m. at the Fayetteville International House of Pancakes. For more information on meetings and activities in Fayette County visit www.Fayettedems.org
The World Class Rockers will take the stage at The Fred Amphitheater tonight. Featuring former members of rock super-groups, Aynsley Dunbar (Journey), Michael Monarch & Nick St. Nicholas (Steppenwolf), Fran Cosmo (Boston), Greg Walker (Santana), Randall Hall (Lynyrd Skynyrd), the group combines the talents of some of the most prominent musicians to ever grace the stage. The group has toured the world bringing audiences to their feet with electrifying performances of legendary hits “More Than a Feeling”, “Don’t Stop Believin”, “Born To Be Wild”, “Separate Ways”, “Black Magic Woman”, “Sweet Home Alabama”, “Magic Carpet Ride”, “Anyway You Want It”, “Peace of Mind”, “Evil Ways”, “Free Bird” and many more. The band will be incorporating a select group of local musicians selected by the Fred staff from the community to perform two songs onstage with the band during the show. This lucky group of musicians will also be attending Fantasy Camp with the rockers during the day, sharing lunch and some great musical tips. Limited reserved tickets are still available for the show, and prices range from $50-$55 for reserved seating. All gold, terrace and picnic tables are sold out as well as lawn seating. Gates open at 7 p.m., opening act at 8 p.m., WCR at 9 p.m.
Dr. James Tabor who will present two separate lectures, one at 2 p.m. and one at 7 p.m. at City Hall in Peachtree City. Tabor is chair of the Department of Religious Studies and professor of Christian origins and ancient Judaism at the UNC Charlotte.The 2 p.m. lecture is titled, “The Texts and the Stones: The Seven Greatest Archaeological Discoveries that Shed Light on the Historical Jesus.”
Tabor’s second lecture will feature his latest book, “Paul and Jesus: How the Apostle Transformed Christianity.”The lectures are free and open to the public; however, registration is required. To register, visit http://ptcfol.eventbrite.com
June 10
American Legion Fayette County Post 105 and Legion Auxiliary Unit 105 meets at the Log Cabin, in Fayetteville at 6:30 p.m. with a pot luck supper and business meeting at 7:30p.m. This month’s meeting will be a picnic/cookout to honor the members of our ladies Legion Auxiliary. Contact Larry Newsome, Post Adjutant, 770-461-1203. Eligible military veterans and their families are encouraged to attend.
A softball skills camp is today for girls age 8-16. The camp runs from 9 a.m. to noon. at Meade Field. The camp fee is $75. Pre-register at All Star Baseball and Softball at 770-631-3303, 135 Huddleston Road or at Meade Field.
June 11
ABWA (American Business Women’s Association) McIntosh Chapter meets from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Paris in A Tea Cup Restaurant in Sharpsburg. For more info, please all Maria Cannon @ 770/251-6865 or email: cannontrvl@mindspring.com
Dogwood Forest Assisted Living’s free educational Alzheimer’s support group Classe is at 6:30 p.m. at 1294 Ga.Highway 54 West in Fayetteville. Call Alma at 770-719-9010
for more information.
A softball skills camp is today for girls age 8-16. The camp runs from 9 a.m. to noon. at Meade Field. The camp fee is $75. Pre-register at All Star Baseball and Softball at 770-631-3303, 135 Huddleston Road or at Meade Field.
June 12
County Administrator Steve Rapson, the Fayette County Public Library and Friends of the Fayette County Public Library will present the first annual “Fayette: Face to Face”, a public forum for discussion and networking to promote resource sharing throughout the community. The 27 departments of the Fayette County Government will be present to engage the community in questions and answers. The event is at the Fayette County Public Library meeting room from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Please attend to learn what all of the departments are doing to connect with you.
A Company of Friends Theatrical Productions Presents the “Fantastic Adventure” tonight at 7 p.m.The show is an epic story of imagination, mysterious places, outrageous creatures and a boys journey to save a distant world! Fun for the entire family! Tickets are $10 online. The show is at the Fayetteville Depot.
Information and tickets at www.fcft.net/ACOFNES or at www.brownpapertickets.com/event/378292 or call 770-599-0051.
A softball skills camp is today for girls age 8-16. The camp runs from 9 a.m. to noon. at Meade Field. The camp fee is $75. Pre-register at All Star Baseball and Softball at 770-631-3303, 135 Huddleston Road or at Meade Field.
June 13
The Greater Fayette Republican Women’s Club will meet for lunch at 11:30 a.m. at the Highgrove Subdivision Club House, 170 Meeting House Road in Fayetteville. Dan Colwell, Interim Superintendent of Fayette County Schools, will be the guest speaker. All Republican women are invited to attend. For more information, please contact Debby Dickinson, ptcdebby@bellsouth.net or 404-376-4132, Denise Ognio,denise@futurestaffnow.com, or view our website greaterfayetterwc.org
June 14
Stardust Ballroom Dance Club will host a Hawaiian Luau Ballroom Dance with a FREE hour of lessons today at the gym at Christ’s Church at Whitewater in Fayetteville. Cost of dance includes Cha Cha lesson by instructors Shari Gee & Frank Chafardon. Beginner lesson at 7 p.m.and intermediate at 7:30 p.m. Come to either or both lessons! Dance from 8 p.m. to 10:45 p.m. Attire is Hawaiian or resort casual. Light refreshments provided. All dancers and dance students are welcome! The guest fee is $25 per couple/$15 per single at the door. Information: StardustBallroomDanceClub.com or call Bobby at 770-584-3094 and leave a message.
Come enjoy a free beginner ballroom dance lesson and couples dance hosted by the Moonlight Ballroom Dance Club of LaGrange at the LaFayette Christian School Gym, 1904 Hamilton Road in LaGrange. The beginner dance lesson is at 7 p.m. and the dance is from 8 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Visitor couples are welcome and the fee is $20 per couple for the dance. Dress is smart casual. Enjoy swing, slow dancing, waltz, foxtrot, polka, electric slide and more! For more information call 706-402-2557.
A Company of Friends Theatrical Productions Presents the “Fantastic Adventure” tonight at 7 p.m. The show is an epic story of imagination, mysterious places, outrageous creatures and a boys journey to save a distant world! Fun for the entire family! Tickets are $12 online, $14 at the door.The show is at the Fayetteville Depot.
Information and tickets at www.fcft.net/ACOFNES or at www.brownpapertickets.com/event/378292 or call 770-599-0051.
June 15
A Company of Friends Theatrical Productions Presents the “Fantastic Adventure” tonight at 2:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. The show is an epic story of imagination, mysterious places, outrageous creatures and a boys journey to save a distant world! Fun for the entire family! Tickets are $12 online $14 at the door.The show is at the Fayetteville Depot.
Information and tickets at www.fcft.net/ACOFNES or at www.brownpapertickets.com/event/378292 or call 770-599-0051.
Fayette Market Day and “Andy Buffington Car Show” is today. The market is from 10 a.m.to 4 p.m. and the car show runs from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Both events are at Heritage Park at the “Lane Brown Gazebo” and Stonewall Government Complex.
The Spinners perform at Southern Ground Amphitheater. The opening act starts at 8 p.m and the main show starts at 9 p.m.
June 16
A Company of Friends Theatrical Productions Presents the “Fantastic Adventure” tonight at 3 p.m. The show is an epic story of imagination, mysterious places, outrageous creatures and a boys journey to save a distant world! Fun for the entire family! Tickets are $12 online $14 at the door.The show is at the Fayetteville Depot.
Information and tickets at www.fcft.net/ACOFNES or at www.brownpapertickets.com/event/378292 or call 770-599-0051.
June 17
Teen CERT Camp for ages 13 to 17 starts today from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. This is the Teen version of the Community Emergency Response Team program that teaches basic disaster response skills, including fire safety, light search and rescue, disaster medical operations, and team organization. Free program, limited class size. More information and registration applications at www.cert-ptc.com through June 7.
June 18
Starr’s Mill’s summer youth baskerball camp is today from 9 a.m. to noon at the Starr’s Mill gym. Campers will learn fundamentals, play games, compete against each other, and learn from Starr’s Mill players. The $75 cost includes a T-shirt, snacks, and SMHS gear giveaways. Information: ratliff.shane@mail.fcboe.org. Register with the Community School, 770-460-3990 ext. 470.
June 19
Starr’s Mill’s summer youth baskerball camp is today from 9 a.m. to noon at the Starr’s Mill gym. Campers will learn fundamentals, play games, compete against each other, and learn from Starr’s Mill players. The $75 cost includes a T-shirt, snacks, and SMHS gear giveaways. Information: ratliff.shane@mail.fcboe.org. Register with the Community School, 770-460-3990 ext. 470.
June 20
Starr’s Mill’s summer youth baskerball camp is today from 9 a.m. to noon at the Starr’s Mill gym. Campers will learn fundamentals, play games, compete against each other, and learn from Starr’s Mill players. The $75 cost includes a T-shirt, snacks, and SMHS gear giveaways. Information: ratliff.shane@mail.fcboe.org. Register with the Community School, 770-460-3990 ext. 470.
“Hospital Stays: How to Prepare and What to Expect,” is today from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Piedmont Fayette Hospital at west entrance on the ground floor in the dining conference room. The seminar is presented by Piedmont Fayette’s Sixty Plus Services and Fayette Senior Services. Enjoy refreshments, giveaways and excellent information. The event is free, but pre-registration is required. Please call 770-461-0813 to register.
Whatever circumstances bring you to a hospital stay; you can be better prepared and well-informed to help ensure you have the best experience possible. Piedmont Fayette Hospital’s panel of experts offer a highly informative program on everything you need to know about being in a healthcare environment. Learn practical tips that include what to bring to the hospital, how to have a successful transition from hospital to home, what documents to have in place and when you should come to the emergency room. Sponsored by Somerby of Peachtree City and Mrs. Adele Andrews.
June 21
Free Family “Moovie Night” featuring “OZ The Great and Powerful” is at the Southern Ground Amphitheater
Gates open at 7 p.m. Movie starts at sunset. The event is sponsored by Chick-fil-A.
July
July 4
Peachtree City’s parade honoring Peachtree City’s Vietnam Veterans is today at 9 a.m. In honor of the 40th Anniversary of the last combat troops leaving Vietnam in 1973, Peachtree City’s July 4th Parade this year features a special tribute to our Vietnam veterans. If you have a Vietnam Veteran in your family and would like to enter a decorated golf cart for them to ride in on the 4th, please note that this is for a Vietnam Veteran when you register. All carts for Vietnam Veterans will be grouped together at the start of the parade. If you are a Peachtree City resident who served in Vietnam and do not have a cart available but would like to participate, please email info@peachtree-city.org. If you have a red, white, or blue golf cart you would be willing to lend for this event (Peachtree City registration not required), or would like to help in some other way, please email John Stern at info@johnsgolfcars.com. (Peachtree City registration not required), or would like to help in some other way, please email John Stern at info@johnsgolfcars.com.
July 12
Stardust Ballroom Dance Club will host a Celebrate America Ballroom Dance with a free hour of lessons Dance music & lighting by DJ Bill Mitchell. Cost of dance includes Rumba lesson by instructor Lynn Douglass. Beginner lesson at 7 p.m .and intermediate at 7:30 p,m. Come to either or both lessons! Dance from 8 p.m. to 10:45 p.m. Attire is patriotic or smart casual. Light refreshments provided. The dance is at the gym at Christ’s Church at Whitewater in Fayetteville. The guest fee is $25 per couple/$15 per single at the door. Information: StardustBallroomDanceClub.com or call Bobby at 770-584-3094 and leave a message.
