Mark your calendars for Thursday's Political HobNob!

Last week we hosted a Candidate Forum at CEC, and this week you can find out even more about our local candidates for office at the 2014 Meet the Candidates Political HobNob on Thursday, October 16, 2014 at the Newnan Centre, 1515 Lower Fayetteville Rd., Newnan.

Sponsored by Batson-Cook Construction, the Political HobNob gives businesses, citizens and candidates the opportunity to mix and mingle just in time for the Nov. 4, 2014 election. Coweta candidates running for office this year include Georgia Senate District 28, Cynthia Bennett (D) and Mike Crane (R); Georgia House District 70, Lynn Smith (R); Georgia House District 71, David Stover (R); Georgia House District 72, Matt Ramsey (R); Georgia House District 132, Gene King (R) and Bob Trammell (D); County Commission District 2, Tim Lassetter (R); and County Commission District 3, Bob Blackburn (R). The HobNob begins from 5-5:30 p.m. with a VIP Meet & Greet for Sponsors, Enhanced Investors and the Board of Directors. General Admission will be held from 5:30-7 p.m. A Straw Poll will be held during the Political HobNob as well. Everyone attending will be issued a ballot, and beginning at 5 p.m. you may vote in the straw poll. There will be only one vote per person per race. Voting closes at 6:30 p.m., and winners will be announced at 6:50 p.m.

While you mix and mingle, you'll enjoy great barbecue and beer provided by Business-After-Hours Sponsor Shane’s Rib Shack and Beverage Sponsor Georgia Beer Wholesalers. General admission tickets are $20 each, and Chamber member admission is free. Tickets include food, drinks, access to candidates and networking with attendees. Tickets are available at The Chamber and from event sponsors. For more information, contact The Chamber at info@newnancowetachamber.org or call 770-253-2270.