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StartUp Fayette: Business 201 – Your Next Level Business Success
2026-04-21 17:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Launch Fayette, 250 Peachtree Parkway, Peachtree City, GA, 30259, United States
Presented by Nicola O. Roberts, JPMorgan Chase
Ready to take your business to the next level? The April StartUp Fayette event is designed for entrepreneurs and business owners who are ready to move beyond the basics and build a stronger, more resilient foundation for growth.
In this interactive session, Nicola O. Roberts, Vice President and Senior Business Consultant at JPMorgan Chase, will guide participants through key principles that drive long-term business success. Drawing on more than 30 years of experience in banking, finance, and entrepreneurship, Nicola brings practical insight and real-world perspective to help founders think more strategically about their next phase of growth.
Participants will explore what it means to think like an entrepreneur, establish a solid foundation for scaling, develop agility and resilience in a changing business environment, and lead with a people-first mindset. Attendees will also receive the JPMorganChase Coaching for Impact: Business 201 – Your Next Level Business Notebook, providing tools and frameworks to apply these concepts beyond the session.
Join us on April 21 from 5–7 PM at Launch Fayette for an evening of learning, connection, and community.
🍕 Pizza will be provided.
Cost:
Free to attend. Registration is encouraged.

Fayette Local National Civics Bee
2026-04-21 18:00 - 20:00 | Sams Auditorium, 205 LaFayette Dr., Fayetteville, GA, 30214, United States
The Fayette Chamber Civics Bee is part of the National Civics Bee series promoted by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation. More than 100 local middle school students submitted essays in the first round, showcasing their ideas for strengthening civic life. Judges have now selected the top 20 students who will advance to the final round—a live, fast‑paced quiz event testing their civics knowledge. These finalists will compete for recognition, community pride, and prizes as they represent Fayette County on a national stage.

1 Million Cups
2026-04-22 09:00 - 10:30, 2026-04-29 09:00 - 10:30, 2026-05-06 09:00 - 10:30 | Launch Fayette, 250 Peachtree Parkway, Peachtree City, GA, 30259, United States
1 Million Cups (1MC) is a national program designed for entrepreneurs to share their businesses and challenges with a supportive, community-driven audience. It’s an opportunity to showcase what you’re working on, get valuable feedback, and connect with like-minded individuals who are all about helping each other grow.

Bloom Care Informational Meetings
2026-04-23 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-04-30 10:00 - 11:00 | Bloom Our Youth, 150 Marquis Dr., Fayetteville, GA, 30214, United States
FOSTER CARE INFORMATIONAL MEETINGS are held every Thursday at 10 a.m. at Bloom Our Youth, 150 Marquis Dr., Fayetteville. Get your foster parenting questions answered at this free, no-commitment, casual, meeting. Speak directly with Bloom associates about the requirements and journey to becoming a Bloom foster family.
For more information, contact Shannon Hoy at s.hoy@bloomouryouth.org or call 770-461-7020.

Rotary Club of Peachtree City meets on Thursdays
2026-04-23 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-04-30 12:00 - 13:00 | Peachtree City Atlanta Hotel and Conference Center, 2443 Highway 54 West, Peachtree City, GA, 30269, United States
ROTARY CLUB OF PEACHTREE CITY meets Thursdays at 12 p.m. at Peachtree Center Conference Center, 2443 Highway 54 West, Peachtree City. Rotary’s main objective is service in the community, in the workplace, and around the globe. The 1.2 million Rotarians who make up more than 34,000 Rotary clubs in nearly every country in the world share a dedication to the ideal of  Service above Self. Rotary clubs are open to people of all cultures and ethnicities and are not affiliated with any political or religious organizations.
For more information, visit www.peachtreecityrotary.org.

Advanced Beginner Spanish
2026-04-23 14:00 - 15:00, 2026-04-30 14:00 - 15:00 | Peachtree City Library, 201 Willow Bend, Peachtree City, GA, 30269, United States
Join Peachtree City Library staff for Advanced Beginner Spanish with Mango. Learn how to use Mango Languages as well as practice with other attendees for perfect pronunciation. For ages 14+. Seating is limited. Registration is recommended, but not required. Register at https://ptclibrary.eventbrite.com. Participants MUST have Spanish language experience.

Just Shred It: Shredding Services
2026-04-24 10:00 - 11:00 | Fayette Senior Services Life Enrichment Center, 4 Center Drive, Fayetteville, GA, 30214, United States
Friday, April 24 – 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Fayette Senior Services (FSS) – Peachtree City location at The Gathering Place, 203 McIntosh Trail: Fayette Senior Services will host an on-site shredding event with a professional shredding truck from A1 Shredding to securely handle your document disposal needs. Bring your papers to be shredded and enjoy the convenience of taking care of this task at a familiar, trusted location. For privacy and security, FSS staff will not handle any documents; each participant will take their items directly to the shredding truck. The cost for this event is $5 per person for up to 10 file-sized boxes, with an additional fee for quantities exceeding 10 boxes. This program is $5 and requires pre-registration. Payment must be made at the time of registration. Call 770-461-0813 or stop by either location to register. FSS members and non-members welcome. www.Fayss.org.

Overeaters Anonymous 12-step program
2026-04-25 08:30 - 09:30, 2026-04-25 18:30 - 19:30, 2026-05-02 08:30 - 09:30, 2026-05-02 18:30 - 19:30 | GA
OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS offers a 12-step program of recovery from compulsive eating. Meetings are free.
Overeaters Anonymous meets twice a week at St. Andrews in the Pines Episcopal Church, 316 North Peachtree Parkway, Peachtree City, at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesdays and 8:30 a.m. on Saturdays.
For information about the Peachtree City meetings, call Bonita at: 404-234-7545 or Mike at 770-268-1430.
For information, visit standrews316.org/ministries/outreach.

GRAND OPENING SUCCESS ON THE SPECTRUM- FAYETTEVILLE
2026-04-25 10:00 - 13:00 | Success on the Spectrum, 386 Glyn Street N., Fayetteveille, GA, 30214, United States
Hello Community,
I hope you’re doing well! My name is Shameka, and I’m reaching out from Success On The Spectrum – Fayetteville, an ABA therapy center dedicated to supporting children with autism and their families.
We are excited to announce our upcoming Grand Opening, and we would love to invite your organization to be part of this special event.
This will be a great opportunity to:
• Connect with families in the community
• Share information about your services
• Network with other providers who support children with autism
We would love for you to:
• Attend as a guest
• Participate as a vendor/resource table
• Or provide any materials/brochures to share with families
Event Details:
📅 Date: April 25,2025
📍 Location: 386 Glynn Street N., Fayetteville, GA 30214
⏰ Time: 10am-1pm
If you’re interested in participating or would like more information, please feel free to reply to this email—I’d be happy to send over additional details.
We truly value connecting with like-minded organizations and would love to build a relationship that continues beyond this event.
Looking forward to hearing from you!

Discover AI for Life & Work for Adults
2026-04-25 14:00 - 15:00 | Peachtree City Library, 201 Willow Bend, Peachtree City, GA, 30269, United States
Are you hearing about AI everywhere, but unsure how it applies to your daily life? Join Peachtree City Library with Dr. Dreeka Owens, EdD for a hands-on, easy-to-understand workshop. This beginner-friendly introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI) is designed specifically for adults who want to explore how AI can support everyday tasks, communication, and career development — without needing a technical background. This is a free event open to the public. For Adults 18+, of all technical levels who are curious about AI and want to build practical digital skills. Attendees should bring a laptop or cell phone for this interactive session. Chromebooks can be checked out from the Circulation desk with a valid PINES library card. Registration required, but walk-ins are welcome. Registration opens: Monday, April 13;

Fayette County NAACP Youth Council Meetings
2026-04-26 16:00 - 17:00 | Olivet Church of Christ, 877 Highway 314 North, Fayetteville, Georgia
Fayette County NAACP Youth Council Meetings are held every fourth Sunday at the Olivet Church of Christ, 877 Highway 314 North in Fayetteville at 4 p.m.
The purpose of the Youth Council is to inform youth between the ages of 13 and 25, of their rights as citizens; how to advance their economic, educational, social, and political status, enhance harmonious cooperation with other people, and teach and stimulate appreciation for the African-American contributions to civilization.
The NAACP Youth and College Division is open to all youth within the county. If interested, join the Youth Council at the upcoming meeting.

Writers Circle/Prose
2026-04-28 18:00 - 19:30 | Peachtree City Library, 201 Willow Bend, Peachtree City, GA, 30269, United States
The library’s monthly adult writing group for sharing and improving prose writing of all genres. The group meets the fourth Tuesday of every month. For more information email the facilitator at ptclib.writers@gmail.com.

Prostate Cancer Information Group
2026-04-28 19:00 - 20:30 | Piedmont Fayette Hospital, 1255 Hwy. 54 W., Fayetteville, GA
A support group for men with prostate cancer and their families meets the fourth Tuesday of each month. The group, which is intended to share information and enhance prostate cancer understanding, meets the fourth Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Thomas F. Chapman Family Cancer Wellness Center at Piedmont Fayette Hospital.
Call 770.632.2898 for more information.

Pasta La Vista!
2026-04-30 13:00 - 15:00 | Fayette Senior Services Life Enrichment Center, 4 Center Drive, Fayetteville, GA, 30214, United States
Thursday, April 30 – 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Fayette Senior Services (FSS) – Peachtree City location at The Gathering Place, 203 McIntosh Trail: There’s nothing quite like the taste of fresh, homemade pasta, and now is your chance to roll up your sleeves and learn how to make it from scratch! In this hands-on class, StuffedTastic Catering will help us discover the secrets of crafting perfect pasta, from mixing the dough to shaping your favorite varieties. Best of all, you’ll get to take home the delicious pasta you’ve created to share and enjoy. This fun, interactive experience will teach you the timeless art of pasta making, giving you the skills to create homemade dishes that wow every time. Get ready to impress with your own homemade creations! This program is $30 and pre-registration is required. Payment must be made at the time of registration. Call 770-461-0813 or stop by either location to register. FSS members and non-members welcome. www.Fayss.org.

The Thriving Plate
2026-04-30 13:30 - 14:30 | Fayette Senior Services Life Enrichment Center, 4 Center Drive, Fayetteville, GA, 30214, United States
Thursday, April 30 – 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Fayette Senior Services (FSS) – Fayetteville location at The Life Enrichment Center, 4 Center Drive: Experience the power of food to fuel your vitality and longevity! Join Natural Health Coach Cynthia Terrell from Wholistic Strength for simple, whole-food strategies to boost strength, energy, and overall well-being. Explore anti-inflammatory foods and spices that promote joint health and improve digestion and learn an easy meal-building framework to keep your energy steady all day long. Plus, discover hydration tips that will leave you feeling refreshed and vibrant. Walk away with practical tools to nourish your body and feel your best every day!
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) to register. FSS members and non-members welcome. www.Fayss.org.

Off to the Races
2026-05-01 13:30 - 14:30 | Fayette Senior Services Life Enrichment Center, 4 Center Drive, Fayetteville, GA, 30214, United States
Fayette Senior Services (FSS) – Peachtree City location at The Gathering Place, 203 McIntosh Trail: Thunder of hooves, bright spring hats, and the scent of fresh mint signal the arrival of the Kentucky Derby, America’s most celebrated two minutes in sports! Grace Senior Living and Memory Care brings the excitement and pageantry of this iconic race to life, sharing the rich history that has made the Derby a beloved tradition since 1875. From the thrilling rules of the race to legendary horses and unforgettable finishes, discover the stories that have shaped this famous event. The celebration goes far beyond the track, with colorful fashion, festive tailgating, classic Southern foods, and the signature mint julep. Along the way, enjoy fun trivia, fascinating facts, and a look at the spirited world of Derby betting. Enjoy samples of a refreshing mocktail mint julep while soaking up the charm and traditions of Derby Day. 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) to register. FSS members and non-members welcome. www.Fayss.org.

Keeping You in Stitches
2026-05-02 11:00 - 13:00 | Peachtree City Library, 201 Willow Bend, Peachtree City, GA, 30269, United States
Bring your current creative project and hang out with other crafty people. This is a free, drop-in event. Ages 18+. No registration required.

South Metro Rose Society 39th Annual Rose Show
2026-05-02 13:00 - 2026-05-03 16:00 | Fayetteville First United Methodist Church, 175 E Lanier Ave, Fayetteville, GA, 30214, United States
Local rose growers are invited to enter their roses for ribbons and prizes by 9:30 am on May 2nd. The show is open to the public from 1-4 pm on May 2nd and 3rd at no charge to see, smell, and photograph hundreds of exhibition roses and rose arrangements. Rose bouquets will be sold. Consulting Rosarians will be on hand to answer your rose questions. Fabulous raffle prizes include a variety of rose bushes, restaurant gift certificates, rose soaps, birdfeeders, and more! New this year is the exhibition and sales of original floral art by the artists of the Pearl Ranch Art Studio.

Kanopy Club: Movie & TV Streaming Database
2026-05-02 18:00 - 19:00 | Peachtree City Library, 201 Willow Bend, Peachtree City, GA, 30269, United States
Enjoy free access to thousands of movies and TV shows with your Peachtree City Library PINES card! Watch films for free with Kanopy, the library’s free digital streaming service. Then join Library Assistant Ryan S. for a lively, in-depth movie discussion on the first Friday of the month. For a list of monthly movies or instructions how to download Kanopy visit the library website at https://peachtree-city.org/library. This is a free event, open to the public. Ages 18+. Seating is limited.
Registration is recommended, but walk-ins are welcome. Registration opens: Monday, May 18;
No meeting July 3rd

Peachtree City Running Club
2026-05-04 19:30 - 20:30 | GA
PEACHTREE CITY RUNNING CLUB holds its monthly meetings on the 1st Monday of every month (except July and December), at 7:30 p.m. at the Peachtree City Hotel and Conference Center (formerly known as the Wyndham). To confirm meeting location and for more information, go to ptcrc.com.

Fayette-Starr's Mill DAR
2026-05-05 18:30 - 20:30 | GA
Fayette-Starr’s Mill Chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) meets the first Tuesday of the month, September through May, at 6:30 p.m.
Meetings include programs on topics of historical interest a business meeting, and a social time with refreshments.
For more information, call 770-486-8641.

New Neighbors League meets in Peachtree City
2026-05-07 09:30 - 11:00 | Christ Our Shepherd Lutheran Church, 101 N. Peachtree Parkway, Peachtree City, GA, 30269, United States
NEW NEIGHBORS LEAGUE CLUB meets the 1st Thursday of each month at 9:30 a.m. at Christ Our Shepherd Lutheran Church (Fellowship Hall), 101 N Peachtree Pkwy, Peachtree City. Visitors are welcome. For more information, contact Carol Jensen-Linton at 770-486-9116 or email CarolJL@bellsouth.net.
