May
May 30
Fayetteville’s Lunch on the Lawn event is today. Come be a part of this great lunchtime affair on the historic courthouse lawn that includes great entertainment and an opportunity for local employees and residents to get outside on their lunch break and enjoy the beautiful weather and music. Lunch on the Lawn takes place from 11.30 a.m. to 1.30 p.m., and everyone is welcome to attend. Firehouse Subs will have box lunches for $5; however, you can bring your own lunch as well. The Mom’s Club will also sell fresh lemonade and sweet tea to help with their fundraising efforts to purchase additional playground equipment for the Church Street Park Playground. Entertainment will be provided by local performing artist Jason Bowen, who is currently the worship leader at Heritage Christian Church in Fayetteville.
May 31
Thrill-seeking athletes will soon have an opportunity to showcase their adventurous side. After a successful inaugural year in 2013, the Goliath Mud Challenge will return today.. As the event’s beneficiary, the Fellowship of Christian Athletes seeks to create a competitive experience that builds character and dedication while embracing relationships and strategic partnerships.The action-packed, family-friendly event features a one-mile fun run for children and a five-kilometer course (for adults) with 18 grueling obstacles that include wall climbing and dredging mud terrains. The Mud Challenge will be hosted by the Christ Our Shepherd Lutheran Church at 411 Palmetto Rd. in Tyrone.
Individuals, families and teams can register for the various waves. The fee is $25 for the one mile fun run and begins at 10:45 a.m. For the adults, registration is $65 for each of the waves, including three special categories – Elite, Ladies Only and Military/PD/1st Responder. The Elite wave begins at 8 a.m. Registration information, the complete Goliath Mud Challenge schedule and event updates are available online www.goliathmudchallenge.com.
June
June 2
“A Look Into Civil Defense” is today from noon to 1 p.m. at Fayette Senior Services-Peachtree City location. Steve Quisenberry, history teacher at Newnan High School and renowned war historian, is here to share his expertise on civil defense. This dates back to the days of the Cold War and is now utilized in the U.S. homeland security. Steve will share stories from both eras and how it has become a huge part of today’s government and how it has shaped today’s society. This program is free, but pre-registration is required. Call 770-461-0813 or email register@fayss.org (include name, phone number and event title). Senior service members and non-members welcome. www.Fayss.org.
“How to Have Color in Your Yard All Year” is today from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the public meeting room at the Fayette County Administrative Complex. Does your garden feature perennials or annuals? There are advantages and disadvantages to each.This class will present a year-round calendar of blooming perennials plus some extra ideas for color and tips on each plant. RSVP to fmga08@gmail.com as soon as possible with the name(s) of those attending, and a contact or call the Extension Office at 770-305-5412 ext. 7. If we don’t have a positive response, classes are subject to cancellation – so don’t procrastinate; e-mail or call today to RSVP
June 7
The MOMS Club of Fayetteville is hosting the Southern Nights Gala with cocktails, hors d’ oeuvres and a silent auction at the City Gardens at Southern Oaks located at 240 North Jeff Davis Drive in Fayetteville. The fundraising event to continue the Church Street Park project will run from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Tickets are $35 per person and $65 per couple. Walk-up tickets will be limited. For ticket sales email churchstreetparkproject@gmail.com.
“Native Birds, Plants and Reptiles”is today from 10 a.m. to noon. at the public meeting room at the Fayette County Administrative Complex . The cost for the class is $3. Jim Rogers, Nearly Native Nursery, will share information on our native plants and surroundings. Native plants are tough, versatile and more suitable to local water, soil and pest conditions. Many native plants also provide food for beautiful songbirds as well as hosts for many species of butterflies and moths. Once established, native plants can tough out drought and water restrictions that many other plants are unable to tolerate. Jim will also share information about birds and reptiles that we see around our area. RSVP to fmga08@gmail.com as soon as possible with the name(s) of those attending, and a contact or call the Extension Office at 770-305-5412 ext. 7. If we don’t have a positive response, classes are subject to cancellation – so don’t procrastinate; e-mail or call today to RSVP.
