NEWNAN
Fido Fest
Calling all canines and their two-legged friends! The inaugural Fido Fest is happening in Newnan, and it’s for those looking to combine their love of animals and being active. Spend the day with your doggie participating together in the 1-mile run or the 5k – or both. Awards will be given out for the races. Make sure your pup is vaccinated, leashed, non-aggressive and in good enough physical condition to be a part of the challenge. Save time to check out the pet adoption area and the family-friendly entertainment. All proceeds support the Newnan-Coweta Humane Society.
7 a.m. Sept. 23. $30. Ashley Park, 370 Newnan Crossing Bypass, Newnan. 770-253-4694, active.com.
KENNESAW
Museum day
All aboard for a free day at Kennesaw’s Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History! As a member of Smithsonian Affiliations, the museum is offering free admission for a day, and they’re making sure guests can pack a lot into one visit. In addition to exploring ongoing exhibits featuring the history of the railroad industry in the South, including The General Locomotive, guests can dive into hands-on activities such as scavenger hunts and family challenges. Many of the games are centered around a Minecraft theme, so kids can build something for themselves – how about a piston-powered machine? To access the free entry, go to smithsonianmag.com for tickets.
9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Sept. 23. Free. The Southern Museum, 2829 Cherokee St., Kennesaw. 770-427-2117, southernmuseum.org
LAWRENCEVILLE
Dinner Over Downtown
From Petula Clark to Macklemore, folks know there’s lots to do downtown. And in Lawrenceville, that now includes a Sunday supper. The Aurora Theatre is hosting a fried chicken fundraiser on the rooftop of the downtown parking deck to support its ongoing work in the arts. Dinner will be provided by Local Republic and Springer Mountain Farms, and paired with local beers from Second Self brewery. As you eat picnic style, enjoy music from Kristin and the Honey Badgers, led by Kristin Markiton, who will appear in the upcoming Aurora production of “Mamma Mia.”
6 p.m. Sept. 24. $60. Downtown Lawrenceville Parking Deck, 153 E. Crogan St., Lawrenceville. 678-226-6222, auroratheatre.com.
