Published Wednesday, August 06, 2008

Around Town Briefs

4-H informational meeting Aug. 25

On Aug. 25, local families can learn more about what Coweta 4-H has to offer during a program at the Coweta County Fairgrounds. Program hours are 6:30 to 8 p.m. The fairgrounds are located at 275 Pine Road in Newnan.

All Coweta students in the third through 12 grades, and parents, are welcome to attend. Learn more about the 4-H Clubs and annual events and contests at the Coweta County Fair.

Call 770-254-2620 for more information, or check out the program online at www.ugaextension.com/coweta.

Beta Sigma Phi forming new chapter

Beta Sigma Phi is looking for Beta Sigma Phi women on leave of absence or those who would like to be active again. The group is forming a new Laureate Chapter in the Coweta County and Fayette County area.

For information, contact Debbie at 678-364-0134 or Addie at 678-364-8526.

Don't miss out on the fun and friendship you have in Beta Sigma Phi. The group will be having its Fall Festival on Sept. 27.

Hunter reunion Sept. 14 at White Oak Hall

The descendants of Nathan Young Hunter will hold their annual reunion on Sept. 14, at 1 p.m. at White Oak Hall at White Oak Presbyterian Church on Gordon Road. A covered dish meal will be shared.

Sunrise on the Square Aug. 30

Dust off those running shoes! Main Street Newnan's "Sunrise on the Square" Road Race is planned for Aug. 30.

The One Mile Walk/Run begins at 8:45 a.m., and the 5K race start at 9 a.m. New for 2008 is the Tot Trot, which will be open to runners ages 2-6. The Tot Trot will take place immediately following the 5K on North Court Square. Runners gather on the West Court Square for the start of the race. The race course continues to Newnan High School and through historic neighborhoods and then finishes in Newnan's downtown square.

The entry fee is $20 for runners if received by Aug. 25, and it's $25 on the day of the race. One mile and 5K runners will receive a cotton, long sleeved road race T-shirt. Tot Trot runners receive a child sized, short sleeved road race T-shirt and ribbon. Beverages and light refreshments will be available.

The road race is a fundraiser for the Main Street Newnan program, which hosts about 40 special events throughout the year in downtown Newnan.

There will be prizes given out to top finishers in the 5K for male and female categories based on age groups. The phantom runner, which allows people to support the cause but do not want to run, is still available for this year's race. Phantom runners can donate the registration fee to the Main Street program and receive a T-shirt.

The road race is a part of Main Street's Labor Day festivities. The Annual Labor Day Sidewalk Sale kicks off Friday at 9 a.m. and continues until Saturday with Market Day on the Square, which is held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Race registration is available online at active.com. Runners can also download an application at www.mainstreetnewnan.com.

McNeal Family Foundation fundraiser scheduled for Aug. 9

The McNeal Family Foundation will have a "A Night in Vegas" Aug. 9 from 7-11 p.m. at the Georgia National Guard Armory in Newnan. The foundation is a nonprofit organization committed to serving local families who have been affected by cancer. Event proceeds will benefit Jake Weaver, who is a Northgate High School student battling bone cancer.

The event, for those 21 and older, will feature dinner, beverages, a live and silent auction, door prizes, music and games. The cost is $75 per person.

For more information on the event and the foundation's mission, visit at www.mcnealfamilyfoundation.org or call 770463-3261.