Good morning, Coweta! The final week of October brings pumpkins on porches, cooler mornings, and the countdown to Halloween. Whether you’re braving a horror movie festival or hunting fungi on a forest hike, there’s plenty to keep everyone busy.
In this week’s Coweta Scoop:
Cookie decorating, crochet and stained‑glass classes
A horror film festival and a business expo
Trunk‑or‑treats, chili cook‑off and a witches’ boutique crawl
Also in this week’s Scoop: a proposed gas station at Fischer Road has
neighbors speaking up - read more below.
Let’s dive in!
-Andy S, Crystal S
🏰 Sunday, Oct 19 – Ballet, Bluegrass & Werewolves
Bluegrass & “Bougie-Q
Sleepy Hollow: A Family-Friendly Ballet | 3 P.M. | Wadsworth Auditorium, 25 Jefferson St., Newnan
Southern Arc Dance presents Washington Irving’s spooky classic in ballet form, full of harvest dances, autumn enchantment, and just enough chills (but not too scary).
The Werewolf’s Curse (or Hair Today, Gone Tomorrow) | 3 – 5 P.M. | Newnan Theatre Company, 24 First Ave, Newnan
Newnan Theatre Company tips its hat (and fangs) to 1930s monster flicks in this campy spoof by Billy St. John, Dr. Frank Einstein, a vampire, a mummy, and more await.
Bluegrass & “Bougie-Q” | 4 P.M. | University of West Georgia – Newnan Campus, front lawn, 137 Jackson St, Newnan
Coweta Samaritan Clinic’s fundraiser brings together bluegrass sets (like The Straynotes) and a barbecue supper, all for a good cause.
🎟 Details → Tickets & sponsorship info at csccares.org/donation-events
⚙️ Monday, Oct 20 – Fitness & Crafts
Exercise is Medicine
Exercise is Medicine | 11:30 A.M.–12:30 P.M. | Newnan Carnegie Library
Get moving with this free, low-impact fitness class led in partnership with Piedmont Fitness; perfect for all activity levels and a great mid-day energy boost.
Crochet with Judy Davenport | 1:30 P.M.–4 P.M. | Newnan Carnegie Library
Hook, loop, and laugh your way through the basics of crochet! Bring a size-H hook and Red Heart yarn as Judy Davenport walks beginners through simple stitches and cozy creations.
💡 Tuesday, Oct 21 – Youth Government & Cookie Art
Newnan Youth Council | 6:30 P.M.–8 P.M. | City Council Chambers, 25 LaGrange St, Newnan
High school students with a heart for community will dive into local government and represent youth interests.
Halloween Cookie Decorating Class | 6:30 P.M.–8:30 P.M. | Rock Salt Milk Bar, Newnan
Get spooky-creative! Learn piping & flooding techniques while decorating six Halloween cookies.
Community Update
🚨 Protect Our Rural Land: Fraziers Development on Fischer Road
A proposal is under review to build a gas station and convenience store at the corner of Fischer, Major, and Shaw Roads; known as Fraziers at Hall’s Corner.
This property is currently Rural Conservation land, meant to protect Coweta’s open spaces, wildlife, and rural charm. Many residents are concerned this could set a precedent for more commercial development in protected areas.
Why it matters:It’s not because we’re tree-hugging here, it’s because these conservation areas are part of what makes Coweta special.
Protecting Rural Character: Once rural land turns commercial, it’s hard to go back.
Traffic & Safety: The Fischer intersection is already busy, adding more vehicles could make it unsafe.
Environment & Property Values: Gas stations bring runoff, emissions, and potential impacts on nearby homes.
If you believe Coweta’s rural beauty is worth protecting, your voice matters.
📢 Sign the Petition Here to help preserve the land and keep our community’s character intact.
🎬 Wednesday, Oct 22 – Film Festival, Stained Glass & Anniversary
ScreamU Film Festival | 5 P.M.–11 P.M. | 15 Jackson St, Newnan
A horror-lover’s delight: a multi-movie festival with chills, thrills, and community. Tickets are $17.50.
Fall Stained Glass @ Line Creek – Ladies’ Night | 6:30 P.M.–9 P.M. | Line Creek Brewing – The Reserve, 18 Savannah St, Newnan
Design your own fall-themed stained glass piece; choose from pumpkin, maple leaf, scarecrow, sunflower or cornucopia. All supplies provided.
CEC 25th Anniversary Celebration | 4:30 P.M.–6 P.M. | Central Education Center, 160 MLK Jr Dr, Newnan
Celebrate 25 years of the Central Educational Center with alumni, partners, and community leaders. Free to attend.
🧘♀️ Thursday, Oct 23 – Wellness & Business Expo
3rd Annual West Central Georgia Business Expo
Autumn Awakening: Strength & Yoga Fusion | 9:30 A.M.–10:30 A.M. | True Balance Center, Newnan
Mix functional strength moves with yoga flows to build lean muscle and restore flexibility in one balanced session.
🎟 Details → True Balance Center’s class schedule
3rd Annual West Central Georgia Business Expo | 10 A.M.–3 P.M. | Coweta County Fairgrounds, 275 Pine Road, Newnan
Network, learn, and grow your business. Expect breakout sessions on government contracting, scaling up, and AI’s impact, plus a small-business revitalization grant reveal.
🎟 Details → Eventbrite listing for the expo
Bingo Day! | 12 P.M.–1 P.M. | Newnan Carnegie Library, 1 LaGrange St, Newnan
Adult-only bingo with prizes — registration required.
🎟 Details → https://www.newnancarnegie.com/events
Potion Making Class (Ages 5+) | 4:30 P.M.–5:30 P.M. – Kids decorate a potion bottle and follow a magic recipe at Newnan Carnegie Library.
🎃 Friday, Oct 24 – Fungi, Crafts & Festivals
5th Annual Witches Boutique Crawl
Homeschool: Fall Fungi Hike | 10 A.M.–12 P.M. | Chattahoochee Bend State Park, Newnan
Get out into nature and explore the Wild Turkey Trail with a guided mushroom hunt. Fee: $3 per child + $5 parking.
🎟 Details → https://explore.gastateparks.org
Halloween Fall Festival: Trunk or Treat & Chili Cook-Off | 5 P.M.–7 P.M. | Summit Family YMCA, 1765 Hwy 34 E, Newnan
Decorated trunks, games, chili tasting, treats, and family fun.
5th Annual Witches Boutique Crawl | 6 P.M.–9 P.M. | Downtown Newnan (12 Jefferson St Ste B and multiple boutiques)
Dress up, shop, dine, collect raffle prizes, and get into the Halloween spirit. Free to join.
🎟 Details → AllEvents
🎢 Saturday, Oct 25 – Festivals & Night Hikes
Senoia Farmers Market | 8:30 A.M.–1 P.M. | 40 Travis St, Senoia
Shop local produce, meats, baked goods, jams, flowers; plus coffee, live music, and food trucks.
Shine a Light on Local History | Tours depart 5 P.M.–8 P.M. | Oak Hill Cemetery / McRitchie-Hollis Museum, Newnan
Guided cemetery tours with costumed storytellers, live music, BBQ dinner included, and a museum tour.
🎟 Details →https://explorenewnancoweta.com
Fall Fest 2025 at Ashley Park | 11 A.M.–2 P.M. | Ashley Park, Newnan
Family festival with trick-or-treating, costume contests, live music, vendor booths, petting zoo, bouncy houses.
🎟 Details → park’s events calendar
Spirits & Spice Festival | 2 P.M.–7 P.M. | Downtown Newnan (exact block TBD)
Festive downtown event with specialty cocktails, chili cook-off, artisan vendors, music, and food.
🎟 Details → Newnan promotional pages
2nd Annual Halloween Masquerade Cirque du Senoia | Cocktail Hour 6 P.M. | Downtown Senoia venues
Dress in costume for an adult-only evening: craft cocktails, gourmet dinner, aerial & fire performances, dancing.
🎟 Details → Senoia DDA
Halloween Glow Hike | 9 P.M.–11 P.M. | Chattahoochee Bend State Park, Flat Rock area
A ranger-led glow hike through Flat Rock, with glow sticks provided. Bring your neon or glow gear.
🎵 Live Music This Week
Shine a Light on Local History
📅 Saturday, Oct 25 | 5 P.M.–8 P.M.
📍 Oak Hill Cemetery & McRitchie-Hollis Museum, Newnan
🎶 Live music in the museum garden accompanies the historic tours and BBQ dinner.
Fall Fest at Ashley Park
📅 Saturday, Oct 25 | 11 A.M.–2 P.M.
📍 Ashley Park, Newnan
🎶 Enjoy live local music while shopping vendors, visiting the petting zoo & joining costume contests.
Cirque du Senoia Dance Party
📅 Saturday, Oct 25 | After 6 P.M. show until late
📍 Lakeside Venue, Downtown Senoia
🎶 After the Cirque show (aerial & fire acts), the night wraps with a lively DJ dance party by the lake.
👻 Local Spotlight: VIP Ghost Tour of Senoia
October 24 & 25 | 7 P.M. | Limited to 6 Guests
📍 Senoia, GA — Driving Tour
📞 Call or text 386-385-2042
🌐 Learn more at https://www.georgialocationsscout.com/
Step into Senoia’s shadowy past on an exclusive VIP Ghost Tour led by author, historian, and storyteller Sally Toole. This intimate driving tour, limited to just six brave guests per night; uncovers local legends, ghostly tales, and the lingering energy that still whispers through Senoia’s historic homes.
You’ll hear eerie accounts like “The Tale of Two Sues,” “The Key House,” Confederate War Hero William Culpeper, and Dr. Brantley’s house; where even a rabbi couldn’t remove the residual energy!
🎟 Tours depart at 7 P.M. sharp - if you dare!
✨ Scoop Insider Perk: Stay tuned! We’re partnering with Sally Toole for upcoming Tour giveaways exclusively for Coweta Scoop subscribers. Don’t miss your chance to win a seat on this one-of-a-kind haunted adventure.
🐾 Adoptable of the Week
Ready for a Fresh Start: Meet Rabbit!
This happy pup has already beaten the odds, now he’s just waiting for his new beginning! 🐶✨
Meet Rabbit, a 1-year-old, 45 lb mixed breed with the biggest heart and the waggiest tail in Clayton.
💛 Friendly: Rabbit never meets a stranger.
🐕 Dog Social: Plays great with other pups.
🏡 Healthy: Fully vetted and heartworm negative.
🌟 Personality: Happy, goofy, and always ready for cuddles or adventure.
Rabbit is currently being cared for by Poor Paws Rescue in Clayton County, just a short drive from Coweta. He’s been waiting patiently for his forever home (or a foster who can give him a comfy couch while he waits).
📩 Apply today at poorpawsrescue.com
📬 Or message us for more info!
Let’s get Rabbit out of the kennel and into a loving home — where every day feels like a new beginning. ❤️🐾
Mom’s Picks: Fun for Small Feet
Homeschool: Fall Fungi Hike
📅 Friday, Oct 24 | 10 A.M.–12 P.M.
📍 Chattahoochee Bend State Park, Newnan
A nature-loving day for curious kids! Join rangers on the Wild Turkey Trail to learn all about mushrooms, forest habitats, and the magic beneath the leaves.
💰 $3 per child + $5 parking
🎟 Details → Georgia State Parks – Fall Fungi Hike
Potion Making Class (Ages 5+)
📅 Thursday, Oct 23 | 4:30 P.M.–5:30 P.M.
📍 Newnan Carnegie Library, 1 LaGrange St, Newnan
Kids mix imagination and science as they decorate potion bottles and follow a “magic recipe” in this creative, hands-on library craft.
🎟 Details → Newnan Carnegie Library – Potion Class
Trunk or Treat & Chili Cook-Off
📅 Friday, Oct 24 | 5 P.M.–7 P.M.
📍 Summit Family YMCA, 1765 Hwy 34 E, Newnan
Bring the family for an evening of fall fun! Kids can fill their treat bags while parents sample chili, play games, and enjoy a cozy community night.
🎟 Details → Summit Family YMCA Festival
Local Tails: Meet Bodhi
Our featured pet of the week, submitted by one of our readers!
This lovable fluffball is proof that good looks can make up for… well, let’s just say he’s not exactly solving puzzles anytime soon. 🤭
Bodhi’s favorite pastime? Waiting for a taste of his dad’s cooking; preferably something grilled, smoky, or honestly, anything at all. He loves his dad almost as much as he loves food… almost. ❤️
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