Thanks to the members of the Covington Garden Club, which formed in November 1929, our community has received their help with beautification for decades. Members of the Covington Garden Club celebrated 90 years in December 2019. As a club in the Redbud District of The Garden Club of Georgia, Inc., they are involved with beautification of parks and public buildings, including schools and entrances to cities, towns and subdivisions.

Are you ready to experience the fun of road trips? National Road Trip Day is the Friday before Memorial Day, which is May 22, 2020, and serves as the official kickoff of the summer road trip season. If you are thinking of planning a road trip, you are not alone. With concerns about COVID-19 and limitations to travel, sources estimate one in three Americans plan to take a road trip this summer. Choose a trip that takes you through the beautiful rolling hills, rich history, and filmed sights of Newton County. No matter what your interest is, we have it covered. Here are some suggestions based on three of the top tourism interests shared with us from frequent visitors.

Although it’s not the time to be traveling to art galleries and shows just yet, that doesn’t mean you can’t have a tourist experience. We expect public art and other creative options in Newton County to be opening soon. In the meantime, enjoy Newton County’s art tourism from a distance through the virtual profiles of our local artists. When you learn about the artists, you’ll have a better understanding of their impact in the community.

As the pandemic impacts businesses across the globe, a new movement has started. That movement is called Here for Good and has grown across 34 states, including Georgia. Our local campaign, Here for Good Georgia, is helping to lift our community in Newton County. It’s a movement to keep small mom and pop businesses Here for Good.

Where do you want to be when your wedding day comes? If your thoughts drift to a beautiful and romantic destination wedding that has a unique appeal fitting your personality, Newton County has the perfect venue for you! As a wedding tourism and marriage tourism destination, we have many amazing venues to celebrate your special day while being surrounded by the people in your circle.