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Head to the library for stew and mystery

The Peachtree City Library will host a book signing with mystery author Larissa Reinhart May 18, at 2 p.m. Reinhart’s latest, “Still Life in Brunswick Stew,” is the second installment in her Cherry Tucker Mystery series. The first book in the series, “Portrait of a Dead Guy,” was a 2012 Daphne du Maurier finalist, a 2012 The Emily finalist, and a 2011 Dixie Kane Memorial winner. Read More»

Columnist signing books at art show

Rick Ryckley autographs a book for one of his fans. Photo/Special.

For over 12 years, readers have enjoyed Rick Ryckeley’s weekly column. The column captures the adventures and misadventures of growing up in a small Southern town, marriage, and general observations of life common to all. A firefighter for almost 30 years, Ryckley has recently retired.
Now he looks forward to spending more time with his wife, finishing his first novel, and public speaking. Read More»

Mucklow to be honored at Cattle Baron’s Ball

The American Cancer Society has announced Robert Mucklow, owner of Mucklow’s Fine Jewelry, will serve as the Honoree for this year’s 11th Annual Cattle Baron’s Ball of Fayette County. Read More»

Los Lobos set to rock the Fred Saturday

Los Lobos bring their unique musical stylings to the Fred this weekend. Photo/Special.

The Fred will host two Grammy Award Winning bands, Los Lobos and Los Lonely Boys May 18 as the opening show of the Lexus of South Atlanta Summer Concert Series. Read More»

Thousands expected for art show

Downtown Fayetteville will be crowded with events all weekend long. Photo/Special.

Downtown Fayetteville will be brimming with excitement all weekend among scores of fine art, history, food, and family fun displays that arrive annually this time of year. The Fayette Fine Art Show, Taste of Fayette, and Taste of Living History will all be happening on and around the courthouse square at various times this weekend. Read More»

Coweta choral group headed to Scotland in 2014

On Saturday night, May 4, Masterworks Chorale presented its final concert of the season, “Music of the Big Band Era,” featuring guest band “Still Swinging” and the Centre Masterworks Youth Chorale.
At the concert, Newnan Mayor Keith Brady presented the youth chorale’s director, Millie Lanier Turek, with an official invitation for the group to represent Newnan in a cultural exchange with sister city Ayr, Scotland, in June of 2014. The request came from the Coweta Cultural Arts Commission. Read More»

Readers should book it to the library sale for bargains

The Friends of the Fayette County Public Library is an organization devoted to assisting our county’s library in filling their needs. There are always needs beyond what the county budget allows and a $10 individual membership will go a long way.
The 501(c) 3 organization began in 1985, a year before the library moved from its original location on Lee Street, to a temporary location near the old county jail. The Fayette County Historical Society has occupied the Lee Street location since 1888. Read More»

‘Hooray for Hollywood’ is this Saturday

The Southern Crescent Chorale wraps up their 11th season with a fun-filled concert at the Southern Ground Amphitheater May 11 at 8 p.m. “Hooray for Hollywood” will be an energetic concert featuring the Chorale, soloist, and band performing music from movies of old and today. You’ll hear tunes such as “Eye of the Tiger,” “Old Time Rock and Roll,” “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” “Jailhouse Rock,” “Bohemian Rhapsody,” “Over the Rainbow,” “Stand By Me,” “James Bond Theme,” and many more. Read More»

Documentary film series to screen at library this summer

On May 15 at 6:30 p.m., the Fayette County Public Library launches a new series of free film screenings for adults, set to run through August. The public is invited to “Dig into Documentaries” all summer long, with a selection of eight films covering a wide variety of true-to-life topics. The goal of the film series is to educate, entertain and enlighten, and the lineup is a potpourri of titles designed to offer something for everyone. Free popcorn and lemonade will be available for audience members to enjoy, courtesy of the Friends of the Fayette County Public Library. Read More»

Hands-on Earth Day

The 2013 installment of Fayette County Earth Day held April 27 at Shakerag Knoll in Peachtree City offered the usual large variety of exhibits and information geared to nature, health and the environment. Photo/Ben Nelms.

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