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East Cobb Weekend Events: Craft show; pumpkins; Music in the Park; more

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East Cobb Halloween Weekend Events

As the calendar turned to October the weather started to feel like fall, and this weekend will be perfect for taking in the festivities of the new season.

The earliest of the many community arts and craft shows leading up to the holidays starts on Friday. It’s the St. Andrew United Methodist Women’s 20th annual “Fall Into Crafts Marketplace,” which takes place in the Keheley Center building at St. Andrew UMC (3455 Canton Road) from 11-6 Friday and 10-4 Sunday.

Several dozen vendors will be displaying their products, along with a variety of other homemade items, and there’s food available for purchase and a silent auction.

The proceeds benefit the mission work of St. Andrew’s women’s ministry. The church also has a pumpkin patch that’s open from 10-8 seven days a week through Oct. 31. Info: Call 770-926-3488.

Holland Botanical, a local produce service, is having not one but two fall farm and pumpkin patch events this weekend (they’ve been featured here previously).

The first is Saturday from 9-3 at Sewell Mill Baptist Church (2550 Sewell Mill Road). In addition to sales of fresh fruits and vegetables, a 75-pound pumpkin will be raffled off, with the proceeds to benefit the church-run Richards Christian Academy.

On Sunday, the Congregation Etz Chaim Sukkahfest takes place from 11-3 at the synagogue (1190 Indian Hills Parkway).

The Good Mews Outdoor Market takes place Saturday from 10-2 at the shelter (3805 Robinson Road), books for all ages, delicious baked goods, plus new and gently used pet merchandise. There’s also a group walk starting at 9 a.m. at Good Mews that proceeds to East Cobb Park and back to the shelter.

Gardeners can prepare for the season with a Fall Planting Workshop Saturday from 11-12 at the Mountain View Regional Library (3320 Sandy Plains Road). It’s offered by the UGA Cobb Extension, and covers planting, lawn care and ornamentals.

At the end of what’s expected to be a beautiful weather weekend, take some picnic food, blankets/chairs to East Cobb Park for the second of three Music in the Park concerts this fall. The entertainment is provided by the popular local Loose Shoes duo, as they play crowd favorites from across the decades and genres.

You can find our calendar listings in one handy place on our site. If you have events to share with the public, please e-mail: calendar@eastcobbnews.com and we will post them here.

 

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Mabry Middle Foundation to hold community Haunted House event

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October’s just around the corner, and we’re starting to get word of Halloween-related events around the community for the public to enjoy.Mabry Middle Foundation Haunted House

Among the organizations taking part is the Mabry Middle Foundation, which will have a Haunted House event Oct. 22 that includes an immersive Halloween experience.

They’re calling it “The Fear Master’s Lab,” and it’s centered around the story of a professor driven MAD by his students and parents and just “wants payback for all the sleepless nights.”

According to the program promo, “things take a toxic turn though when he creates a laboratory specifically designed to extract people’s deepest and darkest fears and turn them into tools to haunt their nightmares.”

The event takes place from 7-10 p.m. at the Mabry Middle School campus (2700 Jims Road) and you can find more information and order tickets by clicking here.

According to a Foundation release, “The Fear Master’s Lab is aimed at providing a safe, local Halloween experience for area students while still providing the highest-level fright factor and entertainment. This event is the first of its kind for the East Cobb community.”

There also will be a pumpkin boutique selling professionally decorated pumpkins and a kids area (ages 10 and under) with games, crafts and other activities.

Proceeds from the ticket sales will be used by the foundation to support academic programs and facility improvements at the school.

 

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East Cobb Weekend Events: Music in the Park; Hyde Farm Tours; more

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Ebenezer Road park, Cobb parks master plan
Bring your fishing pole (and license) to Ebenezer Downs Park Saturday morning.

There’s a good chance of rain with a number of free outdoor-oriented events scheduled in East Cobb, so check weather updates before heading out.

On Friday, another weekly Electric Avenue Concert take place at The Avenue East Cobb (4475 Roswell Road) near what’s going to become the heart of the retail center’s redevelopment. From 6-8 p.m. guitarist Jeff Gillman will be performing on stage. You can bring your own tailgate chairs but coolers and outside beverages are not allowed.

The Battery Atlanta will be the venue Saturday morning for the American Heart Association’s Greater Atlanta Heart Walk. It’s free for individuals and groups to take part (although they’re asked to register) to help raise funds and awareness for improving heart health and reducing heart disease (800 Battery Avenue).

Saturday morning recreational events are on tap, with a fishing outing on tap from 9-10:30 a.m. at Ebenezer Downs Park (4055 Ebenezer Road). It’s Fish With Your Commish, District 3 Cobb Commissioner JoAnn Birrell’s occasional series of community meetings at the area’s newest passive park. It’s also being billed as a chance to have a “Conversation With Your Cop,” as Cobb Police personnel will be on hand to talk about public safety issues. If you’re going to bring a fishing pole, make sure to bring your license too.

The monthly Hyde Farm Walking Tours led by Cobb Parks and Recreation continue Saturday at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m., and give the public a chance to explore what life on an 1840s-era working farm was like. The 45-minute walks explore the Chattahoochee River and lowland forests, lush with orchards and wildlife. The walks are free; but you’re asked to register at the above link (721 Hyde Road).

Sunday afternoon marks the fall return of Music in the Park, sponsored by Friends for the East Cobb Park. The electic sounds of the Dark Star Brothers can be heard from 4-6, and you can bring chairs, blankets and food to quad by the concert shell. Other concerts in the series are Sept. 25 and Oct. 9 (3320 Roswell Road).

You can find our calendar listings in one handy place on our site. If you have events to share with the public, please e-mail: calendar@eastcobbnews.com and we will post them here.

 

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Noshfest returns Labor Day weekend after two-year absence

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Noshfest
The playing of “Hava Nagila” is a long-standing tradition at Noshfest.

For the first time since 2019, Noshfest is a go.

The Jewish food and cultural festival at Temple Kol Emeth (1415 Old Canton Road) returns to its usual time slot—the Labor Day holiday weekend—in a format similar to pre-COVID.

After postponing the 2020 event to Spring 2021, organizers called that off too, and said the 2022 festival would take place in September.

The event, now in its 10th year, is open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday and Monday.

Entry is free but you’re asked to bring two cans of food per family to be donated to MUST Ministries.

In addition to food vendors and cooking demonstrations, the schedule includes live entertainment, tours of the synagogue, a kids’ zone, crafts, face-painting and dancing.

Among the Noshfest food items include noodle kugel, potato knish, cheese blintz, bagels with cream cheese, Dr. Brown’s sodas, babka, halvah, pastrami and corned beef on rye and Hebrew National hot dogs.

The local food vendors include Alumni Cookie Dough, Bagelicious, Marietta Diner and Shish Kabob Mediterranean Grill.

You can find East Cobb News calendar listings in one handy place on our site. If you have events to share with the public, please e-mail: calendar@eastcobbnews.com and we will post them here.

 

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Caffeine and Octane to hold Town Center at Cobb event

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Caffeine and Octane Town Center Cobb event

Caffeine & Octane, an Atlanta-area car show, is relocating to Town Center at Cobb (400 Ernest Barrett Parkway) and will be holding its first exhibition there on Sunday.

The event takes place from  9 a.m. to noon in the parking lot near Belk and JCPenney. It’s free and will include more than 1,000 automobiles from a variety of makes and models.

Caffeine & Octane, which bills itself as the largest monthly car show in North America, will be having monthly events at Town Center. The shows previously were at Perimeter Mall.

For more information, visit caffeineandoctane.com/about-caffeine-and-octane.

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East Cobb Weekend Event: Fun Runs; Health Fair; more

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Dog Days Run
Of course canines are welcome at the Rotary Club of East Cobb’s Dog Days Run.

Here’s a glimpse of what’s going on in East Cobb and environs this weekend from our calendar listings and beyond:

Rotary Club of East Cobb Dog Days Run: The organization’s biggest fundraiser of the year starts at 7:30 a.m. at the McCleskey Family-East Cobb YMCA (1055 E. Piedmont Road) with a 5K run around the communit, followed by a post-race vendor fair, food and other festivities. Cash prizes will be awarded for overall winners, as well as master and senior age groups. $35 registration.

Lutzie 43 Road Race: The 5K to benefit the foundation named for the memory of former Lassiter HS football star Phil Lutzenkirchen takes place at his old stomping grounds, Frank Fillman Stadium (2601 Shallowford Road). The main race starts at 8 a.m., followed by a kids’ run. Online registration is closed but race-day sign-up ($43 for adults and $30 for students) starts at 7 a.m. in the Lassiter gym.

The East Cobb Triathlon: Taking place just down the street from the Lutzie 43 Road Race, starting at 8 a.m. Saturday at the Mountain View Aquatics Center (2650 Gordy Parkway). Swimming, biking and running event, with awards at various age ranges, including kids. Spots are available in six of the seven categories, with registration ranging from $50-$80.

KSU Civil War Collector’s Showcase: The 7th Annual event includes artillery, currency, weaponry, letters and more from the collections of local Civil War buffs. The event is from 9-1 Saturday and is free at the KSU Continuing Education Center (3333 Busbee Parkway, Suite 400).

Aloha to Aging Beer Symposium Benefit: The East Cobb-based agency serving seniors and their caregivers will receive some of the proceeds from a Beer Symposium at The Wing Cafe (2145 Roswell Road) from 2-6. Local beer professionals (from New Realm, Scofflaw, Terrapin and Wild Heaven) and live music are featured. 2 beers from each brewery cost $25, with $5 from each ticket going to Aloha To Aging, Inc. All additional beer tickets will be $5 a piece.

Family Fun Health Fair: Cobb Commissioner Jerica Richardson has invited health professionals to speak about chronic diseases and how to access resources and assistance in treating them at a health fair Sunday from 1-4 p.m. at the Sewell Mill Library and Cultural Center (2051 Lower Roswell Road). All ages are invited.

You can find our calendar listings in one handy place on our site. If you have events to share with the public, please e-mail: calendar@eastcobbnews.com and we will post them here.

 

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Deadline approaching for Cobb International Festival vendors

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From Cobb County government, the deadline has been extended to apply to the end of business today, and vendor selection will be announced next Monday, July 18:
Cobb International Festival vendors

Cobb’s annual International Festival is accepting applications until this Monday, July 11 for food vendors, artists and community groups for the event at Jim Miller Park Event Center in Marietta on Aug. 27. The festival features food, costumes and cultural performances from around the world.

Click here for the vendor application page.

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July 4 holiday events in Cobb-Marietta; fireworks guidance

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The signature event in Cobb County for Independence Day is the parade and Glover Park celebration in the City of Marietta on Monday, but there are plenty of other events around the county and in East Cobb to enjoy the holiday.

Cobb-Marietta July 4 events
The Mohs family fireworks in East Cobb in 2021.

In East Cobb, the Mohs family will be setting off “professional quality” fireworks around 9 p.m. or sunset at their home at 465 Shadowlawn Road.

That’s three houses up from the intersection of Paper Mill Road, and you’re asked to park in the parking lot at Sope Creek Elementary School (3320 Paper Mill Road).

They said NO parking will be allowed along Shadowlawn or in the Mohs driveway, but there will be transport via a neighbor’s golf cart between the home and the school parking lot for those needing a lift.

In a NextDoor post(which includes a video of last year’s fireworks), Diana Mohs said attendees are welcome to bring blankets or folding chairs, and can arrive early to take a garden tour and visit the Koi fish pond.

The fireworks should last 30-45 minutes, and kids will get glowsticks. Bottled water and some snacks will be provided.

In Marietta, the Let Freedom Ring Parade begins at 10 a.m. Monday at Roswell Street Baptist Church and continues east on Roswell Street to the Square.

More than 110 entries, 2,000 participants and an estimated 30,000 spectators are expected.

IF YOU’RE GOING: The Marietta Police Department said that roads along the parade route will close 45 minutes before and during the parade, and that roads surrounding the Square will be closed all day.

WHAT’S ON TAP: The Festival runs from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., featuring free live concerts, arts and crafts show, food and carnival games, followed by fireworks at dark.

Here’s the full schedule:

  • 10 a.m. Let Freedom Ring Parade
  • 10 a.m.-9:00 p.m Festival – Arts & Crafts, Kid’s Zone, Festival Food, Free Concerts
  • 12 p.m. Concert featuring Scott Thompson
  • 2 p.m. Bell Ringing Ceremony
  • 2:30 p.m. Concert featuring the Atlanta Concert Band
  • 7 p.m. Concert featuring Josh Jones
  • 8 p.m.-9:30 p.m. Concert featuring Departure: The Journey Tribute Band

TIGHT PARKING: Police are encouraging attendees to use a ride share because of a limited number of parking spots. The parking lot at First United Methodist Church will be closed due to a state fire parking law, and businesses on and around the Square will be open on their own holiday schedules.

TO PICK UP AND DROP OFF PASSENGERS: You’re asked to use the intersection of Lawrence and Waddell streets.

DON’TS FOR THE DECKS: Fireworks are not allowed on any of the decks around the Square; nor will open alcohol containers or consumption.

MAPS: Here’s a look at downtown Marietta parking availability.

MORE INFO: The city of Marietta has all of the July 4 particulars here.

At The Battery Atlanta, the Atlanta Braves will be playing Monday night at Truist Park against the St. Louis Cardinals, followed by fireworks. First pitch is 7:10 p.m. 

For other July 4 festivities in the county, Travel Cobb has all the details.

If you’re going to try your hand at fireworks, keep in mind the Cobb ordinance about when you can do that, and how to do it safely.

From Cobb Government:

Cobb County Code bans the use of fireworks from 9 p.m. to 10 a.m. This is spelled out in the county’s code under the noise ordinances. Violations are a misdemeanor offense and you can view the noise ordinances by going here: Cobb County Noise Ordinance

Use of fireworks in Cobb County parks
Pyrotechnics are prohibited at ALL county parks per County Ordinance § 90-63.
Sec. 90-63. – Restricted or Prohibited Uses of Park Facilities
1. Pyrotechnics prohibited
It shall be unlawful for any persons to possess, display, use, set off or ignite any firecracker, fireworks, smoke bombs, rockets, or other pyrotechnics.

Exemptions carved in by state law
The state legislature has spelled out several exemptions to county code in O.C.G.A. § 25-10-1 et seq. This allows exemptions to county ordinances for use of fireworks on specific dates and times.

  • December 31 (New Year’s Eve) – Fireworks may be discharged until 1 a.m.
  • January 1 (New Year’s Day) – Fireworks may be discharged until midnight.
  • On the last Saturday and Sunday in May – Fireworks may be discharged until midnight.
  • July 3 – Fireworks may be discharged until midnight.
  • July 4 – Fireworks may be discharged until midnight.
  • On the first Monday in September – Fireworks may be discharged until midnight.

To view the Georgia code section regarding fireworks visit:  O.C.G.A. § 25-10-2

 

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Cobb government offices closed Monday for Juneteenth holiday

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Cobb government closed Juneteenth
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For the first time, Cobb County government is observing Juneteenth, and all offices, including courts and library branches, will be closed on Monday.

June 19 is the designated day for Juneteenth, marking the in 1865 when Union troops freed the last American slaves held in Confederate states.

Cobb commissioners voted last year to begin the holiday starting in 2022. The day off for Cobb employees will cost around $300,000; Cobb currently has 12 official paid holidays every year.

Celebratory events take place all weekend (see the flyer for more information), highlighted by the Cobb NAACP’s cultural festival that takes place all day Saturday at Glover Park on the Marietta Square.

For more information click here.

Other Juneteenth events in Cobb are taking place in Acworth, Kennesaw and Powder Springs. For more information click here.

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East Cobb Weekend Events: Memorial Day; Music in the Park; more

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A 2018 photo of flags in front of Mt. Bethel United Methodist Church for Memorial Day. (ECN file)

Another school year is completed, and summer vacation season looms.

But the Memorial Day weekend includes a number of local events to honor those who gave their lives serving the country, and to enjoy some splendid weather outdoors.

On Friday, Food Truck Friday continues at The Auto Accident Attorneys Group (1454 Johnson Ferry Road) from 4-7 p.m., a weekly event through June.

From 6-8, another Electric Avenue concert at the Central Boulevard area of The Avenue East Cobb (4475 Roswell Road). The Atlanta acoustic trio of Lilac Wine returns to the stage. Admission is free. While guests can bring their own food and lawn chairs, coolers and outside beverages are not permitted.

Wellstar Health System is the sponsor of the continuing Music in the Park series Sunday from 4-6 p.m. at East Cobb Park (3322 Roswell Road). Bring food, blankets and chairs to the concert pavilion to enjoy a “Bach to Rock” event. It includes performances from young people and is meant to introduce children to musical instruments and styles.

Several Memorial Day observations will take place in Cobb County on Monday, including at the Marietta National Cemetery (500 Washington Ave.) starting at 12 p.m. The guest speaker is Cobb Veterans Memorial Foundation President Donna Rowe. The organizing committee is looking for volunteers to help Scout troops plant flags starting at 8 a.m. Saturday.

Other Memorial Day events include a ceremony at the Veterans Memorial at Patriots Point in Acworth (4425 Beach St.) from 10-11 a.m. and a ceremony in Smyrna at 9:30 a.m. at the Veterans Memorial next to City Hall, 2800 King Street.

The City of Roswell also is having a Memorial Day observation starting at 11 a.m. at City Hall (38 Hill St.). The Roswell Garden Club will dedicate the Blue Star & Gold Star Families Memorial Markers. Live music and food trucks will be available after the ceremony.

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Upcoming adult classes, clubs and activities at East Cobb Library

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Margaret Richlin, the adult services librarian at the East Cobb Library, passed along a number of upcoming classes, clubs and activities for our calendar listings.

We’ll be doing that shortly, but we thought we post these notices in our news column for your perusal. There’s quite a bit going on over the summer. The number to call for more information on each of these is 770-509-2730:

East Cobb Craft Club
Thursday, June 6 and Thursday, July 7, 2-3:30 p.m.
The East Cobb Craft Club meets the 1st Thursday of the month from. Participants are encouraged to bring projects they are working on, or to try something new. The goal is to share and learn from each other. New members welcome.

East Cobb Creative Writers’ Workshop
Thursday, June 9 and Thursday, July 14, 2-3:30 p.m.
East Cobb’s Creative Writing Workshop meets the second Thursday of every month. Participants meet regularly to read, discuss, and critique each other’s work.  Each class will offer free resources and information on various writing topics. No experience necessary. All writers welcome.

Keep Cobb Beautiful: How to Save Money Going Green and the 3R’s @ East Cobb
Monday, June 13, 2-3:30 p.m.
In this class, we will discuss eco-friendly methods that also save money. Learn about The Three Rs – How to reduce, reuse and recycle in your daily life, and save money while doing it!
Registration is required and can be done by clicking here.

East Cobb Cookbook Club: Fresh and Easy Summer Recipes
Tuesday, June 14, 4-5:30 p.m.
The East Cobb Cookbook Club meets the 2nd Tuesday of the month. We read & review a wide range of cookbooks to include: various cooking techniques, specific chefs, and ethnic cooking styles. Each month members choose a themed recipe and prepare a dish to share. Registration is required and can be done by clicking here.

East Cobb Documentary Film Club
Tuesday, June 26, 5-7:30 p.m.
The documentary film club meets every three months on the fourth Tuesday. We watch a variety of films featuring: social issues, education, nature, historical events, etc. Members watch a film together, then discuss it as a group. New members and visitors are always welcome. This month we will be watching the film: Ocean of Obstacles.

East Cobb Cookbook Club: Picnic Foods
Tuesday, July 12, 4-5:30 p.m.
The East Cobb Cookbook Club meets the 2nd Tuesday of the month. We read & review a wide range of cookbooks to include: various cooking techniques, specific chefs, and ethnic cooking styles.  Each month members choose a themed recipe and prepare a dish to share.
Registration required and can be done by clicking here.

Adult Book Tasting: Fantastic Fantasea!
Tuesday, July 26, 5-7 p.m.
Book Tastings are a great way to experience new books, genres, and authors. They are offered several times a year at the East Cobb Library. Participants will get an opportunity to sample five books then discuss and rate their favorites. This class will feature some of the best books the fantasy genre has to offer! Registration required and can be done by clicking here.

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Weekend Events: Taste of East Cobb; Mother’s Day; Music in the Park

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Taste of East Cobb

More springtime events are back after a two-year hiatus, notably the Taste of East Cobb Festival, which is setting up again in the parking lot near the athletic fields at Johnson Ferry Baptist Church (955 Johnson Ferry Road) from 11–5 Saturday.

The fundraiser for the Walton High School bands program includes food from local restaurants and eateries, music by Walton band students booths from more than 40 vendors and businesses, a kids zone, sand art, face painting and more.

Admission is free; you can purchase food tickets throughout the festival. Here are some of the restaurants that will be on hand:

  • Alumni Cookie Dough; Cajun Meat Co.; Camps Kitchen & Bar; Carlo’s Pizza; Clean Juice; Drift Fish House & Oyster Bar; McCray’s Tavern; Righteous Que; Seed Kitchen & Bar; Stockyard Burgers; Taqueria Tsunami.

East Cobb Church is teaming up with The Avenue East Cobb for a special Mother’s Day event from 12:30—2:30 p.m. at the retail center (4475 Roswell Road) with live music, a complimentary floral bouquet bar and photo station. Local restaurants will be offering specials to enjoy, and tables and chairs will be set up at Central Avenue to enjoy food and honor moms.

Later Sunday afternoon, the Friends for the East Cobb Park will sponsor another free Music in the Park concert. Local band favorite Loose Shoes will be playing under the concert shell from 4—6 p.m., and you’re welcome to bring a blanket, chairs and food to enjoy (3322 Roswell Road).

We’re back to compiling calendar listings in one handy place on our site. If you have events to share with the public, please e-mail: calendar@eastcobbnews.com and we will post them here.

 

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East Cobb Weekend Events: Pope Band; Book Sale; more

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East Cobber parade, Pope Band community show

More community events are taking place as spring gets underway and COVID-19 measures are being phased out.

We’re back to compiling calendar listings in one handy place on our site (If you have events to share with the public, please e-mail: calendar@eastcobbnews.com and we will post them here) and we’ll round up weekend events on occasion.

This weekend’s events kick off on Thursday with a school festival—they’re coming back strong too! From 5-8 p.m. it’s the “Dragonpalooza” health fair at McCleskey Middle School (4080 Maybreeze Road) presented by the school’s physical education department.

Other activities include a student art show, a craft fair with local vendors and a silent auction. The public as well as the school community are invited; admission is free.

Friday marks the return of the Cobb Library Book Sale at the Cobb Civic Center (548 South Marietta Pkwy). Hours are 9-5 Friday and Saturday and 1-5 Sunday. Parking and admission are free, and you’re encouraged to load up on books for all ages in both hardcover and paperback, DVDs, Books on CD and audiocassette, and magazines.

Prices range from 10 cents to $4. Proceeds benefit the library system’s purchase of items for its 15 branches.

This is a big weekend for the Pope High School band programs. From 7-9 p.m. Friday and Saturday they’re having their XPlosion Show at the school’s performing arts center (3001 Hembree Road). Tickets are pre-sale only and available on GoFan—$10 for adults, $5 for students and $15 VIP seating.

In between, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, it’s the Pope Band Recycling Fundraiser at the Northeast Cobb YMCA (3010 Johnson Ferry Road). Admission is $10 per vehicle, and they’ve put together a detailed list of what they will and won’t accept, and additional charges for specialty items.

The Good Mews Animal Foundation is having another of its Microchip and Vaccination Clinics Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the shelter (3805 Robinson Road). Services for cats and dogs also include nail trims and appointments are required. Fees range from $10 to $25.

Also back, after a two-year absence, is the Taste of Marietta Festival. It’s from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday on and around the Marietta Square. Admission is free, and food tickets will be on sale throughout the premises.

The event includes cooking demonstrations, and live musical performances.

 

 

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Catholic Church of St. Ann to hold garage sale in March

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St. Ann Catholic Garage Sale

Submitted information:

For those who like to shop and give to a good cause, look no further than the Catholic Church of St. Ann’s annual garage sale. Organized by St. Ann’s Council of Catholic Women, the sale will take place March 24-26. Shoppers can come look through a variety of items, such as women’s and men’s clothing, children’s toys, kitchen accessories and much more. All proceeds from the event will go to the parish and local charities. 

St. Ann has hosted the garage sale for several years but was forced to put the event on hold due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. Event co-chair Beth Kosbab is thrilled to bring the event back. 

“The garage sale has the unique benefit of helping our community in three distinct ways,” Kosbab said. “We first provide a convenient place for people to get rid of excess in the homes and aid in their spring cleaning. Secondly, the items are priced quite low, which helps families on a budget get essential things for their home. Finally, the money raised goes to our parish and local charities. Plus, all of the volunteers have a good time.”

The sale will be from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. March 24 and 25 and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. March 26 at the church, located at 4905 Roswell Road Marietta 30062. Half-price day will be March 25. Then on March 26, shoppers will get to fill a provided bag for $5. The Archdiocese of Atlanta requires those who are unvaccinated to wear masks while on campus. No strollers are allowed and credit cards will be accepted for $10 minimum purchases. For questions, contact garagesalestann@gmail.com or visit www.st-ann.org/garage-sale.

For more information on what you can and cannot donate for the sale, click here.

 

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KSU to hold 19th Civil War history symposium in March

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The Kennesaw State University Center for the Study of the Civil War Era will host its 19th Annual Symposium History & Memory: A Tribute to James I. “Bud” Robertson & Wiley Sword on Saturday, March 19th at the KSU Center at 3333 George Busbee Parkway, Suite 400 from 9:00 am to 12:30 pm.

Dr. Robertson taught thousands of college students about the Civil War and Reconstruction during his tenure at Virginia Tech, served as President Kennedy’s Executive Director of the U.S. Civil War Centennial Commission during the Civil Rights movement and served as a consultant on documentaries and films related to the Civil War.

Mr. Sword amassed one of the nation’s most extensive private collections of Civil War memorabilia. He was nominated for the Pulitzer, Parkman, Bancroft, and Western Heritage Prizes. His collection of over one thousand soldiers’ letters & other artifacts was acquired by the National Museum of the Civil War Soldier in Petersburg, VA.

The Symposium will feature:

  • Mr. William C. “Jack” Davis who has authored over 40 books on the American Civil War and southern U.S. history. He is a retired Virginia Tech professor & Programs Director for the Virginia Center for Civil War Studies.
  • Dr. Brian Wills who is an author of numerous works relating to the American Civil War, the Director of the Center for the study of the Civil War Era and a professor of history at Kennesaw State University.
  • Bobby Horton who has combined his passion for music and Civil War history to record 14 volumes of authentic Civil War tunes. He is a seasoned performer, multi-instrumentalist, composer, producer and music historian. He has toured throughout the US and Canada for over 40 years and produced and performed music scores for 16 PBS films, two A&E network films, and 21 films for the National Park Service.

There is no charge to attend the event. Donations are appreciated.

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Taste of East Cobb, Taste of Marietta announce 2022 dates

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Taste of East Cobb

After a two-year hiatus due to COVID-19, the Taste of East Cobb announced over the weekend it’s returning on May 7.

The festival, which benefits Walton High School music programs, will take place at its usual venue—the recreational parking lots at Johnson Ferry Baptist Church—from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

In addition to food samples from local restaurants, there will be music, a kids’ zone, a raffle and silent auction and “Best of” voting.

Restaurants and local businesses can apply to be vendors by clicking here.

The Taste of Marietta festival will take place a couple weeks before, on April 24 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Marietta Square.

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Johnson Ferry Baptist Church to hold 2022 Polar Bear Run

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Polar Bear Run, Johnson Ferry Baptist Church

The 2022 Polar Bear Run at Johnson Ferry Baptist Church is scheduled to take place next Saturday, Jan. 29, starting at 8 a.m.

While the event is for participants of all ages, it’s also one of the earliest qualifiers for the Peachtree Road Race.

A 2K fun run starts at 8 a.m., followed by a 5K timed run and cub run and cub dash follows at 9:15 a.m.

Registration is still underway and can be done by clicking here. Costs range from $25 for the cub races through $35 in advance for the 5K.

The Polar Bear Run is in its 34th year, and proceeds benefit the Johnson Ferry Academy high school music students who need financial assistance to attend an annual summer mission trip.

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Marietta History Museum to hold free MLK Jr. holiday events

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The Marietta History Center is offering free admission Saturday, Jan. 15, in observance of the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday.Marietta History Museum MLK Jr. holiday events

The center is conducting Diverse Cobb programming that includes the “Lemon Street Chroncles,” a new oral history DVD about the Lemon Street High School.

It was Cobb County’s only all-black high school until 1967, when segregation in public schools in Cobb and Marietta ended.

The DVD, created by alumnus Tim Penn, includes interviews with other graduates and will be screened several times on Saturday.

Also featured at the museum is “Marietta 1899: Color Captured in Black & White.” It’s a special exhibit of the work of New York photographer James Shaw, who visited Marietta in 1899. The exhibit includes images of the Marietta Square, the Marietta National Cemetery, Kennesaw Avenue, Kennesaw Mountain and rural Cobb County. 

Shaw’s visit included the Federal Memorial Day celebration, with many of those in attendance being African-American.

“A truer version of life as it was, undiluted by the whitewashing of history,” the exhibit states. “While bias of a white perspective remains, Shaw chose to include the activities of both races, thus presenting multiple shades of color in black and white photography.”

That exhibit also will be featured at the museum. from May 19-28.

The Marietta Museum of History will have free admission from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. next Saturday. Screenings of the “Lemon Street Chronicles,” which lasts an hour and a half, are at 10 a.m., 12 p.m. and 2 p.m. 

The museum is located at 1 Depot Street, Marietta. For more information click here.

 

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Auditions accepted for Cobb MLK celebration through Dec. 31

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Cobb County’s official 2022 MLK Day celebration is scheduled for Jan. 17, and talent is being sought for the event that starts at 10 a.m. at the Jennie T. Anderson Theater.

Musicians, singers, dangers, rappers, spoken-word performers and others will be featured, and auditions that are normally done in-person are being handled virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

This year’s theme is “What Is Your Dream,” and aspiring participants have until Dec. 31 to submit their audition recordings.

They can be uploaded by click here,. For information call 770-425-5757.

 

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Temple Kol Emeth to hold Ecumenical Thanksgiving Service virtually

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The East Cobb synagogue Temple Kol Emeth is having its 17th annual Ecumenical Thanksgiving Service in virtual form this year.Ecumenical Thanksgiving Service

The service takes place next Thursday, Nov. 18, starting at 6:45 p.m. with music, followed by the service at 7 p.m.,

A livestream will be available at this link.

The service features music and messages from a variety of faiths and faith communities, including Chestnut Ridge Christian Church, Congregation Etz Chaim, the East Cobb Islamic Center, Eastminster Presbyterian Church, Emerison Unitarian Universalist Congregation, St. Catherine’s Episcopal Church, Transfiguration Catholic Church and Unity North Atlanta Church.

The theme of this year’s service is “Rebuilding Hope Together.”

Each year the service collects donations for its Give-A-Gobble program, which purchases Thanksgiving turkeys and food for those in need.

This year’s recipient is East Cobb-based United Military Care, a non-profit that supports veterans in crisis.

Among the speaks is United Military Care founder and president Kim Scofi.

If you’re interested in donating, you can do so by clicking here.

More information on the Ecumenical Thanksgiving Service can be found here.

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