Todays Content:

• 🎟️ Big Event List for This Week

• 📰 The Path of a Leader: Key Locations in Martin Luther King Jr.'s Life

• 📰 Steppin' Out's Youthful Energy: Cheer & Tumble Classes for Kids

• 📰 Harriett Alexander Art House Celebrates Over Four Decades of Nurturing Young Talent: Spring Registration Open

• 📰 Temple Avenue to Unveil New, Safer Playground This Spring

• 📰 City of Newnan PSAs

• 🌡️ Monday’s Forecast

• 🏬 Support Local: Businesses & Charities

Originals, audiobooks and podcasts—all in one place. Your favorite titles anywhere you go. Enjoy a 30-day free trial.

Give someone the gift of Audible

January 15th

• Martin Luther King Jr Holiday

• Youth Spring Volleyball Registration begins (7-16yrs)

January 16th

• Toddler Craft Day, Newnan Carnegie Library 10-11a

• Sharpsburg Piecemakers 10a-2p

• Dog Training, A&O Bridges Community Center 6-8:30p

• Psych Services Retreat, The Nixon Center 9a
  

January 17th

• Exercise is Medicine, Newnan Carnegie Library 11:30a-12:30p

• Gentle Yoga, Newnan Carnegie Library 1:30-2:30p

• Acrylic Art Class, A&O Bridges Community Center 9a-1p

• Ballroom Dancing, A&O Bridges Community Center 7-9p

• Aeolus Quartet and Aristo Sham, The Nixon Center 7-11p

January 18th

• Adult Art at the Madras Community Center 1-3p

• Preschool Snowy Storytime Newnan Carnegie Library 10-11a

• Exercise is Medicine, Newnan Carnegie Library 11:30a-12:30p

January 19th

• The Hot Club Jazz Fellowship, The Nixon Center 11:30a-12:30p

• Hardy Boyd Band, The Cellar Newnan 8p

• BBQ, BLUES & BREWS, The Venue at Murphy Lane 5-9p

• Open Mic Night, Line Creek Brewing The Reserve 6-9p

January 20th

• Teen Winter Gnome Craft, Central Library - Coweta Public Library 1-2p

• Edgar B. Hollis Distinguished Author Series: Frank D. Murphy, Newnan Carnegie Library 3-4p

• January Teen Open Art, Newnan Carnegie Library 10a-12p

• Glitter & Gold Party 7-11p

January 21st

• Die Fledermaus, Wadsworth Auditorium 3p-5p

• Yoga at Madras, Madras Park Conference Room 6-7p

January 24th

• Van Gogh BINGO-a-Go-Go, Line Creek The Reserve 6:30p

January 26

• Elvis: A Musical Revolution, Legacy Theater (Shows through Feb 25th) times vary

• Downtown Newnan Boutique Crawl 5-9p

Want to get your event in front of 1000s of Newnan Area residents? Email us at [email protected]

The Path of a Leader: Key Locations in Martin Luther King Jr.'s Life

Martin Luther King Jr.'s life journey took him from his roots in Atlanta to various key locations in the Civil Rights Movement across the United States and abroad, including significant events like the Montgomery Bus Boycott and receiving the Nobel Peace Prize in Oslo.

King's impact extended beyond the U.S., as seen in Oslo, Norway, where he received the Nobel Peace Prize in recognition of his commitment to nonviolent protest. Each of these destinations offers a unique glimpse into King's life and legacy:

• Atlanta: Ebenezer Baptist Church, where King was baptized, ordained, and later served as a co-pastor.

• Dublin: First African Baptist Church, where King gave his first public speech.

• Upland PA: Crozer Theological Seminary, where King pursued theological studies.

• Boston: Boston University School of Theology, where King earned his doctorate and met his wife, Coretta Scott.

• Montgomery: Dexter Avenue Baptist Church, from where he led the Montgomery Bus Boycott.

• Harlem: Site of a near-fatal stabbing incident at Blumstein department store.

• Birmingham: Birmingham City Jail, where King wrote his seminal "Letter from Birmingham Jail."

• Washington, D.C.: Lincoln Memorial, where King delivered his iconic "I Have a Dream" speech.

• St. Augustine: Monson Motor Lodge Restaurant, a site of civil rights protests.

• Oslo, Norway: University of Oslo, where King received the Nobel Peace Prize.

• Memphis: Lorraine Motel, the site of King's assassination.

Read full story.

Steppin' Out's Youthful Energy: Cheer & Tumble Classes for Kids

Steppin’ Out Performing Arts at Temple Avenue is excited to announce the return of its Cheer & Tumble program in the New Year. Catering to a wider range of participants, the program now offers classes for two different age groups. Spanning 12 weeks, these classes present an excellent opportunity for learners to acquire new skills or enhance their existing strengths and flexibility. The program is priced at $165, with additional fees applicable for the end-of-season recital. This comprehensive program promises to be both fun and educational, providing a structured environment for skill development in cheer and tumble.

🤸🏽‍♀️5-7yr Cheer & Tumble registration - https://bit.ly/4anQkId

🤸🏻‍♀️8-10yr Cheer & Tumble registration - https://bit.ly/48omTDL

Harriett Alexander Art House Celebrates Over Four Decades of Nurturing Young Talent: Spring Registration Open

The Harriett Alexander Art House has long been a creative hub for the youth of Newnan and Coweta County, thanks to the enduring Young Artists of Newnan & Coweta County program. This initiative, which began over 40 years ago, was the brainchild of Mrs. Bette Hickman, affectionately known as Miss Bette. In 1999, Mrs. Teri Lewis, or Miss Teri, became an integral part of the program. The Coweta County Parks & Recreation Department has been a steadfast sponsor since the program's early days.

In recognition of the program's significant impact, the Coweta County Board of Commission honored The Young Artists of Newnan & Coweta County and Miss Bette with a proclamation in March 2019. This acknowledgment was further celebrated with the establishment of the Outside Art Classroom/Pavilion in April 2022, a testament to the program's success and the community's commitment to fostering artistic growth in its youth.

Registration for Spring Semester 2024
Current/Returning Students will register 1st

Classes meet 1 day per week -
Tuesday, 3:30pm-4:45pm (4, 5, & 6 yr olds)
Wednesday, 10am-11:45am (Homeschool Class #1, ages 5 yrs - 14 yrs*)
Wednesday, 4:15pm-6pm (ages 7 - 14*returning students)
Thursday, 10am-11:45am (Homeschool Class #2, ages 5 yrs - 14 yrs*)
Thursday, 4:15pm-6:00pm (ages 7 - 14*returning students)

Age requirements for returning students and students who have taken ART Camps with us can be negotiated with Miss Teri at [email protected] .

Cost is $60.00 per month (some months may only have 3 weeks in the month due to holidays or breaks), per student and this includes all supplies & snacks for each class. Annual registration fee is $20.00 per student and is payable in CASH ONLY on the first day of class.

Start date for ART Year 2024 - Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, starting the second week of January

Temple Avenue to Unveil New, Safer Playground This Spring

Temple Avenue is set to welcome a new playground this spring, an exciting addition near the popular Tennis and Pickleball Courts. The local authorities emphasize the importance of public safety, urging residents to avoid the existing playground equipment due to potential hazards. The deconstruction of the old setup is expected to commence shortly, paving the way for the new facility. In a significant change, the revamped playground will bid farewell to sand, opting for a more modern and safe surface material.

The City Sanitation office will be closed Monday, January 15 in observation of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Trash pick-up services will not be effected.

City of Newnan offices will be closed Monday, January 15, 2024 in observation of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Regular City Office operations will resume Tuesday, January 16, 2024.

To prevent possible water damage due to freezing temperatures, the City will be closing the following locations public restroom facilities between Tuesday, January 16 through Friday, January 19:

- Greenville Street Park
- First Avenue Park
- Ray Park
- CJ Smith Park

Cold Weather is here!
Save up to 24% off Pelonis Portable Heaters

Please support our local Newnan community businesses! Click the images to visit their websites.

Today’s Funnies 😆

Don't Get Overlooked. Gain Exposure Easily!

Would you like us to spotlight your local business in front of thousands of local area residents in an upcoming issue of Newnan Insider?

• Own a local business? Apply to be featured here!

• Love a local business? Nominate them here!