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Lewis Grizzard made writing about everyday life seem simple. His early life growing up in the small town of Moreland, Georgia gave him the springboard and inspiration for his writing. Winston Skinner, President of the Moreland Cultural Arts Alliance and retired editor of the Newnan Times Herald, will provide a look into Lewis Grizzard’s life that will include stories from those closest to him, photos and memorabilia from the museum, and excerpts from Lewis’ columns and books.If you have a green thumb, love gardening and are interested in volunteering, join the garden club! Learn about ongoing projects and ways you can get involved. For more information, contact Carrie Bittinger at cbittinger@fayss.org.

Oh, my aching joints. Dr. Josh Davis with First Step Physical Therapy discusses the varying types of causes of arthritis and how we can treat them at home without medication as well as help prevent inflammation and pain associated with it.

Ever wondered what you can do to help out native pollinators and butterflies? Learn about the right plants, protection, and provision you can provide to make them feel right at home in your own backyard. Bethany Harris, Assistant Director of Education at Callaway Gardens, discusses plant species that can be added to your yard to provide the right nectar and forage sources and shelter sites for these beautiful creatures. This presenter will be joining us live via zoom.

Showing: A Man Called Ove (2016) | PG-13

Movie sponsored by Brightmoor Hospice

Fayette Senior Services will have a shredding truck from A1 Shredding on site to take care of your shredding needs. Bring in your papers needing to be shred and have taken care of at a convenient and familiar site. FSS will not be handling any of your papers; each member is responsible for taking their shredding out to the trucks directly. This event is sponsored and made possible by Merrill Lynch – The Truitt Group and 101 Mobility of Atlanta.

Today’s youth is a generation that is tech-savvy and connected online more than ever before. However, parents and grandparents should still play an important role in helping them avoid online hazards such as identity theft, privacy, and cyber-bullying. Ryan Behrens with Delta Community Credit Union joins us to cover important issues including online privacy tips, managing computer settings, smartphone apps, and positive online behavior so you can be educated to help better guide the younger generation in making safer and smarter decisions online.

Wine connoisseur Eric Trout, will be on hand to pass along all his expertise about wines. Join in the fun for a monthly educational program related to different wines, regions, countries, and more. Get information on a variety of topics relating to the choice and become a wine expert in no time. This month, learn about South African wines.

They don’t call them a man’s best friend for no reason! Those four legged furry pups can add companionship to our lives we never knew we needed. Hear about the benefits of adding a dog to your family and the perks that go even further in rescuing one that needs a fur-ever home! In addition learn about some of the best breeds of dogs for older adults. Beth Campbell and her beloved Great Dane Apollo join us to spread the joy of wagging tails.

See newsletter on homepage for this month’s book choice! For more information, please contact Meghan Caton at megcaton@gmail.com.

If you are a member of the infamous ‘Life in the PTC Bubble’ facebook page, you’ve most likely seen posts by local photographer Dan Nelson. This Peachtree City local has an eye with the camera and shares the most beautiful photos of local places, wildlife, and more on facebook regularly. Join him as he shares some of his favorite shots he’s taken both in Fayette County and around all over.