The Citizen

Strategic Planning Facilitated by Steve Justice
2025-08-14 09:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Launch Fayette, 250 Peachtree Parkway, Peachtree City, GA, 30259, United States
Break from 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm for lunch
Lunch is not included
Cost: $50.00; Free for Launch Fayette Flex/Portfolio members

Bloom Care Informational Meetings
2025-08-14 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-08-21 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.

Lunch & Learn: The Caregiver’s Compass
2025-08-14 11:00 - 13:30 | Fayette Senior Services Life Enrichment Center, 4 Center Drive, Fayetteville, GA, 30214, United States
Thursday, August 14 – 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Fayette Senior Services (FSS) – Fayetteville location at The Life Enrichment Center, 4 Center Drive: Caregiving is one of the most important, and often overwhelming, roles we may take on in our life. Taking on the wellbeing and care for our loved ones is honorable, but can bring challenges along with it. Whether you’re in the beginning stages of caring for a loved one, deep into the caring role, or planning ahead for your own future needs, this session will guide you through the emotional, financial and legal sides of caregiving. As you gain insight on navigating the financial and legal roles of caregiving, you’ll learn not only how to manage expectations and plan, but how to care for your own needs along the way. Get expert guidance from Attorney Victoria Farrell with Fayette Law Group, Financial Advisor Francois Bigot with Edward Jones, and Aging Life Care Manager Sharon Brooks with Wallace Brooks & Associates. Explore care preferences, identify key decision-making necessities and build a practical action plan. Learn how to take inventory of your resources, avoid common document pitfalls, protect your legal and financial privacy and form a trusted team of support. Walk away feeling more confident and prepared to manage the caregiving journey with clarity and compassion. This program is $12 and includes lunch. Pre-registration is required and 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.

Rotary Club of Peachtree City meets on Thursdays
2025-08-14 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-08-21 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
2025-08-14 14:00 - 15:00, 2025-08-21 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. Participants MUST have Spanish language experience.
No class August 7th.

Evening Book Club
2025-08-14 18:00 - 19:00 | Peachtree City Library, 201 Willow Bend, Peachtree City, GA, 30269, United States
Peachtree City Library hosts an evening book club on the 2nd Thursday of every month at 6 pm. (Adults 18+)

Conversational Spanish for Beginners
2025-08-14 18:30 - 19:30 | Peachtree City Library, 201 Willow Bend, Peachtree City, GA, 30269, United States
Join Peachtree City Library for a “how-to” session on using Mango online language learning system. Ages 14+ and all skill levels. No previous experience necessary. Seating is limited. Registration is recommended, but not required.

A Kitchen for Two
2025-08-15 13:30 - 14:30 | Fayette Senior Services Life Enrichment Center, 4 Center Drive, Fayetteville, GA, 30214, United States
Friday, August 15 – 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Fayette Senior Services (FSS) – Peachtree City location at The Gathering Place, 203 McIntosh Trail: Join Ebonie Jackson with Humana as she shares her expertise on healthy cooking for one or two people! Cooking for one or two people can sometimes be a challenge if you’re trying to avoid waste or having endless leftovers. During this tasty cooking demonstration, you’ll get tips on cooking quick, healthy and reasonably portioned meals for one or two! Learn practical ideas for meal prep, freezing leftovers and smart storage ideas with insight on healthy foods along the way. Say goodbye to those repetitive microwavable dinners or leftovers you end up throwing out and hello to those fresh, flavorful dishes for one or two! 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.

Overeaters Anonymous 12-step program
2025-08-16 08:30 - 09:30, 2025-08-16 18:30 - 19:30, 2025-08-23 08:30 - 09:30, 2025-08-23 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.

Keeping You in Stitches: Block Party
2025-08-16 11:00 - 13:00 | Peachtree City Library, 201 Willow Bend, Peachtree City, GA, 30269, United States
Join the Block Party! Learn a new knitting/crochet stitch each month and create a block. OR bring your current creative project and hang out with other crafty people. This is a free, drop-in event. Ages 18+. No registration required.

Transforming “Not Okay” Into Growth and Gratitude
2025-08-16 13:00 - 15:00 | Peachtree City Library, 201 Willow Bend, Peachtree City, GA, 30269, United States
Join Peachtree City Library with Nina Norstrom and Kesha Nichols, wellness coaches, for part two of this informative and inspiring workshop that will empower individuals to embrace the reality of life’s challenges, transforming “Not Okay” into growth and gratitude through affirmations, storytelling, and music therapy. Ages 18+. This event is free and open to the public. Space is limited.
Registration strongly recommended. Registration Opens: Monday, August 2nd

StartUp Fayette: Know Your Numbers: How to Make Smarter Business Moves Without Being a Math Whiz.
2025-08-19 17:00 - 19:00 | Launch Fayette, 250 Peachtree Parkway, Peachtree City, GA, 30259, United States
StartUp Fayette is a monthly program featuring entrepreneurs, big thinkers and people that offer services that support new business.
Starting a small business or building a new startup company can be a huge task to tackle on your own. There are many things you will need to learn, and many skills you will have to develop. It could take months, even years, to learn everything you need in order to be successful with your new endeavor. You will not only have to dedicate time to building your business but also save some time for learning and self-development.
Building without first educating yourself and developing the necessary skills is the same as driving a car without directions to your destination. You will make a lot of wrong turns. It can be hard to find business experts will real-world experience and knowledge that are actually willing to help.
Join us at Startup Fayette and gain access to everything you need to start your small business. Get the best local training to help you build your startup and succeed in your entrepreneurial journey.

Bingo @ Y-Knot Sports Bar
2025-08-19 19:00 - 21:00 | Y-Knot Sports Bar, 216 Northlake Dr, Peachtree City, GA, GA, 30269, United States
Free bingo with prizes at Y-Knot Sports bar every Tuesday from 7-9PM. Exclusive food and drink specials available.

1 Million Cups
2025-08-20 09:00 - 10:00 | 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.

Comfortably Uncomfortable
2025-08-20 14:30 - 15:30 | Fayette Senior Services Life Enrichment Center, 4 Center Drive, Fayetteville, GA, 30214, United States
Wednesday, August 20 – 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Fayette Senior Services (FSS) – Peachtree City location at The Gathering Place, 203 McIntosh Trail: Let’s face it, change is NOT comfortable! It is hard and can be even when the change is considered a good one. Join Sea Glass Therapy for an encouraging and insightful look on learning to embrace life’s inevitable changes. If you’re facing a personal shift or major life event, walk away with the tools to help you handle change with grace. No matter if it is transitions in day-to-day life, relationships, or personal growth, we will explore why change feels so hard and how to make it more manageable. Discover practical coping strategies, mindset shifts and tools to help you feel more grounded and resilient through uncertainty. Leave with greater confidence in your ability to navigate change with grace and adaptability. 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.

Chair Yoga with Sweet Tea Yoga
2025-08-21 10:00 - 11:00 | Peachtree City Library, 201 Willow Bend, Peachtree City, GA, 30269, United States
Join Sweet Tea Yoga for Chair Yoga, a gentle form of yoga done using a chair that assists with strength and balance. This event is free and open to the public. Ages 16+. Space is limited. Registration and waiver are required.
Registration Opens: Monday, August 4th

Cibatta-Bing!
2025-08-22 12:00 - 13:00 | Fayette Senior Services Life Enrichment Center, 4 Center Drive, Fayetteville, GA, 30214, United States
Friday, August 22 – 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. Fayette Senior Services (FSS) – Fayetteville location at The Life Enrichment Center, 4 Center Drive: Get ready to roll up your sleeves and dive into the bold, fresh flavors of Italy in this hands-on cooking class! Bring your appetite and creativity as Branch & Vine shows us the secrets to creating this mouthwatering meal. You’ll not only learn the skills to create more at home, but also get to enjoy them at the end of class for lunch. Whether you’re a vegetarian or a meat-lover, you’ll learn how to craft the ultimate Italian artisan sandwich using rustic ciabatta bread and your choice of savory Italian ingredients. From prosciutto, salami, and grilled chicken to fresh veggies, mozzarella, and specialty sauces from Branch & Vine, there’s something for every taste. Pair your sandwich with a delicious homemade side and enjoy a tasty Italian-style meal you made yourself! Gain tips on building balanced flavors, customizing ingredients, and presenting a sandwich that’s as beautiful as it is tasty. Come hungry, leave inspired, and take home the skills to recreate your own Italian café experience anytime! This program is $25 and includes lunch. Pre-registration is required and 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.

James Michael - Taking Care of Elvis: Dinner and a Show
2025-08-22 18:00 - 20:30 | Fayette Republican Event Center, 174 N. Glynn St., Fayetteville, GA, 30214, United States
James Michael – Taking Care of Elvis
Aug 22, 6-8:30pm, Fayette County GOP Event Center

CANCELLED Bridal Dojo Wedding Workshop
2025-08-23 11:00 - 13:00 | Peachtree City Library, 201 Willow Bend, Peachtree City, GA, 30269, United States
Join Peachtree City Library and Kathryn Barber of Galveston + Fields for a fun interactive hour where we cover the basics of wedding planning and enjoy bridal bingo and trivia. Ages 18+. This is a free event open to the public.
Registration is recommended. Registration Opens: Monday, August 9th

Fayette County NAACP Youth Council Meetings
2025-08-24 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.

Cozy Talk Book Club
2025-08-25 10:00 - 11:00 | Peachtree City Library, 201 Willow Bend, Peachtree City, GA, 30269, United States
A monthly book club to discuss your next favorite Cozy Mystery read. August’s book pick is The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman. Limited copies available at the Circulation desk. Ages 18+. This event is free and open to the public. No registration required.

Picture Perfect Genealogy
2025-08-26 13:30 - 14:30 | GA
Tuesday, August 26 – 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Fayette Senior Services (FSS) – Fayetteville location at The Life Enrichment Center, 4 Center Drive: A picture is worth a thousand words! Unlock the stories behind your old family photographs as Angela Pendleton, President of the Fayette County Historical Society, helps us turn back the pages in time to old photographs. In this fascinating look at history, you’ll learn basic photo identification techniques to help uncover hidden clues in your ancestral images. Discover how photo formats, clothing styles, and other subtle details can help estimate the timeframe for those unidentified long-lost relatives. Angela will also share tips to enhance your genealogy research using visual history. Bring along an old family photo if you’d like to share and explore its mystery! 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.

Grab and Go Goodness
2025-08-26 14:30 - 15:30 | Fayette Senior Services Life Enrichment Center, 4 Center Drive, Fayetteville, GA, 30214, United States
Tuesday, August 26 – 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Fayette Senior Services (FSS) – Peachtree City location at The Gathering Place, 203 McIntosh Trail: Who knew jars could be the secret to stress-free dinners? Would you have ever thought about jars when you think about preparing your meals? Whether you need a quick weeknight meal, a thoughtful gift or just want something easy for those nights when cooking feels like a chore, meals in a jar are the perfect solution! All you’ll need to do to get a delicious meal on the table is add a little water and cook after creating these easy-to-store meals in a jar. Whitley Farms helps us discover the secrets to dinner prepping like a pro. This demo class will teach you how to create delicious meals packed conveniently in jars that can be stored in your pantry for months. Take the hassle out of everyday dinner prep with these useful tips and wonderful ideas for creative meals in a jar recipes. 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.

Writers Circle/Prose
2025-08-26 18:00 - 19:00 | 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.
