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FAYETTE FOOTPRINTS Wednesday, October 8, 2025 Project Love Campaign Provides Holiday Meals to Homebound Seniors Fayette Senior Services announces the start of the an nual Meals on Wheels Project Love campaign, and organiz ers are challenging citizens and businesses of the com munity to make a difference this holiday season by donat ing to the cause. Each year, FSS, a non- profit organization, takes ini tiative to raise awareness and funds to help combat hunger and isolation for seniors in need. Project Love seeks to enhance and expand the con nections of seniors to the community by providing a daily meal delivery and check-in visit while continu ing those connections through holiday and week- end meals. “The fundraiser is critical in providing holiday and weekend meals throughout the year to homebound sen iors in our community that are not covered by the gen eral funding FSS receives an nually for the MOW program,” organizers added. “For as little as $5, one meal can be provided to feed a sen ior. There is no limit to the number of meals that can be purchased and general dona tions are welcomed.” For every five dollars FSS falls short of its goal of $50,000 (10,000 meals), one less holiday meal will be de livered to a senior in need, ac cording to organizers. FSS recognizes M&R Print for kickstarting the campaign with a generous donation toward the 2025 Project Love initiative. Donation forms and ad ditional information can be found at www.fayss.org and at a Fayette Senior Services’ location, 4 Center Drive, Fay etteville, or 203 McIntosh Trail, Peachtree City. All do- 'MASH' Opens at Fairburn Theater Oct. 9 Based on the bestselling novel that inspired the iconic film and beloved TV series, Southside Theatre Guild’s production of “MASH” fol lows the antics of irreverent surgeons and nurses of the 4077th Mobile Army Surgical Hospital during the Korean War, according to organizers. As the heroes patch up wounded soldiers just miles from the front lines, medics rely on humor, hijinks, and heart to cope with the chaos around them. At the center are Hawkeye (Jim Houghton) and Duke (Mike Boylan) — two brilliant doctors with a talent for trouble — who, along with an unforgettable Courtesy of FSS nations are tax deductible. Make a donation online at www.gofundme.com/f/2025 -project-love-meals-on- wheels-campaign, or checks can be mailed, payable to Fayette Senior Services (memo: Project Love) to 4 Center Drive Fayetteville, GA 30214. “With support from both the residents and the busi ness community, hundreds of seniors will experience the love our community offers as well as the comfort and joy of having a nutritious meal dur ing the holidays,” organizers added. “It’s hard to imagine that so many seniors in Fay ette County are not only going hungry because they have difficulty preparing a meal, but they also do not have the opportunity for holi day meals that many of us take for granted.” Meals are delivered by a dedicated group of volunteers who provide not only a meal, but also a wellness check visit. The visits enable home- bound seniors to continue to live independently in the comfort of their own home. Many clients often share the impact it has on their lives and their gratitude for the service. “I look forward to receiv ¬ cast of characters, turn the army upside down with their offbeat pranks and fierce dedication to saving lives. From poker games to op erating rooms, the fast-paced stage comedy mixes biting wit with moments of human ity, showing that even in war, friendship and laughter can be powerful medicine. Director Heather May is a self-proclaimed “MASH” su perfan and reportedly created a satisfying experience for fans and newcomers alike. “Some of our cast had never seen an episode of the television show before,” May said. “I asked that everyone watch at least one episode to get an idea of the pacing and ing Meals on Wheels every day, not only for the meals, but also for the companion- ship it provides for me! It is more than just a meal, it makes those receiving them feel loved and like they mean something to the community. I was provided the opportu nity to have a tasty and healthy meal, and the drivers who deliver the meals have become some of my closest friends. Without MOW, I would have little contact with others. Meals On Wheels is my whole day,” expressed one of FSS’ MOW recipients. Help make a difference in the lives of seniors by provid ing the gift of meals and con nections this holiday season. For more than four dec ades, Fayette Senior Services has been making a meaning ful difference in the emo tional, social, and physical well-being of older adults. Contact Stevie Coachman, MOW care manager, at 770- 461-0813 or scoachman@fayss.org to learn more about MOW or to become a MOW volunteer. For more information on Fayette Senior Services, visit www.fayss.org or call 770- 461-0813. Fayette Senior Services is a proud member of Meals on Wheels America. delivery of the witty dialogue. We’ve been having a blast at rehearsals and know that au diences will love this show as much as we do.” “MASH” runs Thursdays through Sundays, Oct. 9-19. Performances are scheduled for 8 p.m. on Thursdays, Fri days, and Saturday, Oct. 18, as well as 2:30 p.m. on Sat urday, Oct. 11 and Sundays, Oct. 12 and 19. Tickets are $21 for adults and $13 for children under the age of 12. Tickets are available at www.stgplays.com. STG is located at 20 West Campbellton Street, Fair burn. Fayette County News B3 3 : L Chamber Cuts Ribbon with VitalCare Health Urgent Care Fayette Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting ceremony for VitalCare Health, which offers ur gent care, primary care, weight loss programs, and telehealth services, on Sept. 11. Owners Hardik Parekh, M.D., M.P.H. and his wife Janki cut the rib bon alongside chamber ambassa dors, community supporters, and medical staff. VCH is located at 8 Eastbrook Bend in Peachtree City. Dylan Shoemaker/Fayette News •s Photos by Dylan Shoemaker/Fayette News Joe Castillo, an artist who participated in the exhibition, shares details about his experience. Fayette Art Society Hosts 'Scenes of Trilith' Exhibition Dylan Shoemaker Reporter dshoemaker@fayette-news.net Fayette Art Society re cently hosted its quarterly exhibition, themed “Scenes of Trilith,” at Trilith Art Gal lery on Sept. 13. “The artists have taken inspiration from Trilith and created beautiful artworks in different mediums like oils, acrylics, photography, and mixed media, so there is something for everyone,” said Sophie Holliday, artist and event curator. Attendees were able to enjoy refreshments and view the gallery’s exhibits during the event, which gave artists a chance to meet others in the creative com munity and connect with collectors. “When covid came along, I did not have any thing to do, so I hauled my brushes out and knocked the dust them off and start painting. It has only been Attendees enjoy refreshments while exploring the gallery and connected with artists. the past four years or so since I have been serious about it, and I have enjoyed doing it,” said artist Joe Castillo. “Tonight, I have five pieces - so far I have al ready sold two.” Located at 305 Trilith Parkway, Suite 300, in Fay etteville, the 24/7 art gallery is located inside Edwin Jar- vis Concierge. “I encourage people to do something creative,” said Castillo. “I think that we create because we were created, and if we do not create, then we are missing out on one of the most im portant parts of being human.” FAS was originally or ganized as Fayette Society of Fine Art in 1994. The group gathers on the second Mon day of each month at Fay ette County Public Library, and meetings are open to the public. For more infor mation, visit https://www.fayetteartso- ciety.com. Fayetteville Fire Dominates at Main Street's Sth Annual Fire Truck Pull Dylan Shoemaker Reporter dshoemaker@fayette-news.net Main Street Fayetteville hosted its fifth an nualfire truck pull on Sept. 13, when Fayetteville Fire Department dominated with the fastest pull time. “Today we did our annual truck pull, and we won again for the third year in a row since I have been here,” said Fayetteville Firefighter David Eller, who is the 2025 Firefighter of the Year in the department. “It was fun as always, and we enjoy getting to come out here and hang out with everybody.” The event took place at City Center Parkfrom 10 a.m. until noon, when community groups, or ganizations, and businesses came to compete in teams of 10. Attendees enjoyed local food and beverage vendors while watching and rooting for the competition. Participating public safety departments in cluded Fayette County Fire and Emergency Services and Fayetteville Fire Department. Penn Station Gym won the Civilian Championship for 2025, having competed against RG Fitness and Fit Body Boot Camp. “Thank you to everyone who came out to cheer, have fun, and support this exciting com munity event,” said MSF officials. “We are so grateful to all our teams - both civilian and first responder - who gave it their all today.” Dylan Shoemaker/Fayette News ■call. *SEVILLE IBBIA X = we
