East Cobb holiday events

East Cobb weekend events: Holiday Lights; Pilgrimage Tour; more

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Holiday Lights East Cobb Park

The first full weekend of the Christmas and Hanukkah seasons feels almost back to normal.

In the East Cobb area, many of the events that were cancelled or modified in 2020 are returning, almost like they were before the COVID-19 pandemic.

Among them is Holiday Lights at East Cobb Park, which will feature a tribute to Johnny Johnson, the late East Cobb jewelry store owner and civic leader who served for many years as Santa Claus at that event.

Holiday Lights went virtual last year, but the public is welcome on Sunday, starting at 5 p.m., with music, refreshments and the tree lighting at the back of the park (3322 Roswell Road) near the concert stage.

Two cancelled events that have long been East Cobb traditions are back as they were: the 40th annual Apple Annie Arts & Craft Show at the Catholic Church of St. Ann (4905 Roswell Road) on Saturday and Sunday; and the Johnson Ferry Christmas Party on Saturday. More details about both from our post earlier this week.

The longstanding Bethlehem Walk at Mountain View United Methodist Church (2300 Jamerson Road) went virtual last year, but is resuming its interactive Nativity re-enactment Saturday and Sunday (7-9 p.m.) for in-person visitors.

A full slate of holiday events at The Avenue East Cobb began with a Menorah lighting Monday, and this weekend includes Santa events and this Friday and next, caroling with the Dickerson Middle School chorus. Here’s our previous post on all that’s going on for the rest of the holidays.

Also starting on Friday, and continuing through Jan. 6, is one of East Cobb’s most dazzling neighborhood holiday lights displays, at the Fox residence (2994 Clary Hill Court), in the Clary Lakes subdivision. They’ve coordinated thousands of moving parts into a musically-coordinated show that you can listen to on your car radio as you drive by. The display can be seen daily from 6-10 p.m.

After being held as a self-guided tour last year, the Marietta Pilgrimage Tour returns for viewings on Saturday (9-8) and Sunday (10-5) of five homes in the Kennesaw Avenue Historic District:

  • The Cox-Brown-Parker House, 109 Maple Avenue
  • Magnolia Cottage, 103 Maple Avenue
  • Northcutt-James-Ferrer House, 97 Maple Avenue
  • Gentry House, 76 Maple Avenue
  • Mayes-Crissey-Clements House, 140 Stewart Avenue.

The tour is organized by the Marietta Welcome Center and Cobb Landmarks & Historical Society; tickets are $25 in advance (and can be purchased at the tour website by clicking the above link) and $30 on the day of the tour. Advance tickets can be picked up at the Marietta Welcome Center (4 Depot St.) or William Root House (80 N. Marietta Parkway) through Sunday. They won’t be available at the homes.

Guests and volunteers must wear masks while visiting the tour homes and while riding the tour shuttle bus. Masks will be provided for those who do not have them. The Pilgrimage gala has been cancelled for 2021.

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East Cobb’s most wonderful time of the year continues

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Members of the East Cobb Business Association, Northeast Cobb Business Association and Marietta Business Association gathered at the WellStar East Cobb Health Park Tuesday for a joint holiday party.

Participants enjoyed food, drink and musical entertainment and donated unwrapped toys for the Toys for Tots.

The health park (3747 Roswell Road) will be the venue for a public holiday party Thursday from 5:45-7:45 p.m. It’s free with refreshments and includes Santa & Mrs. Claus, tree lighting and entertainment from the Dickerson Middle School Chorus and Dance Stop studios.

Here’s more about what’s coming up at the end of a busy week and weekend in East Cobb for holiday events, including the Apple Annie craft show, Holiday Lights, the Wheeler Fine Arts Holiday Showcase concerts, the Bethlehem Walk and more.

More events can be found at the East Cobb News Holiday Guide and in our regular calendar listings.

To submit calendar items for holiday events that are open to the public, please send an e-mail to calendar@eastcobbnews.com.

And if you’ve got holiday news, events, photos and videos to share, let us know: editor@eastcobbnews.com.

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East Cobb Holiday Events: Apple Annie; Holiday Lights; more

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Holiday Lights East Cobb Park
Holiday Lights at East Cobb Park returns Sunday, Dec. 8. (ECN file photos)

The first full week in December is the busiest of the holiday season in East Cobb, with many public events, services and shows on tap.

Here’s a glimpse of what’s coming up between now and next Sunday:

Thursday, Dec. 5

WellStar East Cobb Health Park Holiday Event, 5:45pm – 7:45pm, WellStar East Cobb Health Park (3747 Roswell Road), free with refreshments and includes Santa & Mrs. Claus, tree lighting and more! Entertainment will be provided by Dickerson Middle School Chorus & Dance Stop.

Georgia Festival Chorus: The Glory of Christmas, 7 p.m, Johnson Ferry Baptist Church (955 Johnson Ferry Road). The public is invited to an evening of music to celebrate Jesus Christ. Free admission. No tickets required. Doors open at 6:45 p.m.

Friday-Saturday, Dec. 6-7

Apple Annie Arts & Crafts Show, 9-6 Friday, 9-2 Saturday, Catholic Church of St. Ann (4905 Roswell Road). Artisans will be showcasing handmade items in a variety of categories, from holiday décor, woodworking, painting, jewelry, stained glass, fabric crafts, and more! Admission is $3 per person 13 & up, with proceeds going to local charities. Baked goods, soup, sandwiches and beverages will be available. Parking is at the church and overflow lots are at the Episcopal Church of St. Peter and St. Paul (1795 Johnson Ferry Road), with shuttle bus service provided. For information, click here.

Friday, Dec. 6

Crafting With Heidi, 3-4 p.m. East Cobb Senior Center (3332 Sandy Plains Road), enjoy some holiday crafting, led by a 4th grade Girl Scout troop. Free, but registration is required by calling 770-509-4900.

Carols for Christmas, the Glorious Mystery, 7:30– 9:30 p.m., Mt. Bethel UMC (4385 Lower Roswell Road); the church’s Chancel Choir and Orchestra are featured during an evening of joy and reflection.

Apple Annie Arts & Crafts Show
The Apple Annie Arts & Crafts Show takes place at the Catholic Church of St. Ann.

Saturday-Monday, Dec. 7-9

Bethlehem Walk, 7-9 p.m. each day, Mountain View UMC (2300 Jamerson Road). An East Cobb tradition since 1992, this interactive event allows visitors to walk through the streets of Bethlehem and haggle with shopkeepers, sign the census and pay taxes to Caesar Augustus’s collector. Dried fruits, apple ciders and fresh bread from the bakery also are available. The event is free but donations are accepted. For information, click here.

Saturday, Dec. 7

Art Place Gets Frozen, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. The Art Place, (3330 Sandy Plains Road). Frozen fun for the whole family, featuring a 20-minute version of Frozen: The Musical presented by From the Top Theatrics. After the show, take a picture with a princess, make crafts, shop at a holiday market and enjoy hot coco. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Tickets are $15. Sessions are 11-1 (click for tickets) and 2-4 (click for tickets).

Wheeler Fine Arts Holiday Showcase, 2-5:30 p.m., Wheeler HS Performing Arts Theatre (375 Holt Road). Prelude Concert: 2 p.m. by the Symphonic & Concert Bands, Full Orchestra, Philharmonia & Sinfonia Orchestras, and Chorale Choir. Finale Concert: 4:30 pm by the Bel Voce Choir, Chamber Orchestra, and Wind Ensemble This is a combined fundraiser for the school’s fine arts programs. One ticket is good for both concerts! For information and tickets, click here.

Vivaldi Christmas Concert, 7-8:30 p.m., Eastminster Presbyterian Church (3125 Sewell Mill Road), featuring the church’s Chancel & Road Choirs.

Sunday, Dec. 8

Holiday Lights at East Cobb Park, 5-7 p.m., East Cobb Park (3322 Roswell Road). Tree lighting, holiday music and the arrival of Santa Claus. Proceeds from refreshment sales will be used for future park improvements.

Carols for Christmas, the Glorious Mystery, 6-8 p.m., Mt. Bethel UMC (4385 Lower Roswell Road); the church’s Chancel Choir and Orchestra are featured during an evening of joy and reflection.

More events can be found at the East Cobb News Holiday Guide and in our regular calendar listings.

To submit calendar items for holiday events that are open to the public, please send an e-mail to calendar@eastcobbnews.com.

 

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PHOTOS: Apple Annie Arts & Craft Show at Catholic Church of St. Ann

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Apple Annie Arts & Crafts Show
(East Cobb News photos by Wendy Parker)

The 37th Apple Annie Arts & Craft Show takes place Friday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Catholic Church of St. Ann (4905 Roswell Road), and on Thursday, we swung by the volunteer and VIP event to get a glimpse of what’s on store for the weekend.

It’s part of a big holiday weekend of events in East Cobb. See our earlier post here, as well as our full Holiday Guide for more.

More than 120 artisanal artists and craftsmakers are selling their wares at Apple Annie—some, but not all of it—with a Christmas theme. This is one of the bigger juried arts and crafts shows in the area, and vendors are lined up not only in the fellowship area but downstairs and in classroom and meeting room space.

Apple Annie

Apple Annie

Apple Annie

Apple Annie

Apple Annie

In addition to the arts and crafts sales, a bake sale will be available and the Apple Annie Cafe will serve soups, sandwiches and beverages, with the proceeds going to the St. Ann’s preschool.

Apple Annie

Apple Annie

There also will be continuous raffle prizes every 15 minutes from show artisans and there will be a separate raffle for a handmade 98″ x 98″ quilt.

Admission is $3 (no strollers), and proceeds go to church parish and local charities. Free parking is in the church lot, with overflow space and shuttle service available at the Episcopal Church of St. Peter and St. Paul (1795 Johnson Ferry Road).

To see more East Cobb holiday events, please consult our Holiday Guide. Send your holiday news (including photos) to: editor@eastcobbnews.com.

 

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East Cobb holiday events lead off with WellStar celebration, Johnson Ferry concert

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East Cobb Holiday Events

Usually we wait until a little later in the week for this, but the first full week of the holiday season has some early- and mid-week activities, as well as some on the weekend worth noting:

  • On Tuesday, WellStar East Cobb Health Park (3747 Roswell Road) is having a free public celebration from 5:45-7:45 p.m., with a visit from Santa, tree lighting, entertainment from the Dickerson Middle School chorus and refreshments;
  • On Thursday, the Georgia Festival Chorus will present the Carols by Candelight service (“Love Came Down at Christmas”), kicking off a busy slate of holiday events at Johnson Ferry Baptist Church (955 Johnson Ferry Road). It’s free and open to public. The doors open at 6:45 and the concert begins at 7:30;
  • The 37th Apple Annie Arts & Crafts Show returns Friday (9-7) and Saturday (9-2) at the Catholic Church of St. Ann (4905 Roswell Road). Admission is $3 and overflow parking is at the Episcopal Church of St. Peter and St. Paul (1795 Johnson Ferry Road), from which shuttle service will be provided. More than 120 artisan vendors, a bake sale, lunch items and more will available, and it’s suggested that you plan ahead and plan to make something of a day about it;
  • At 7:30 p.m. Friday, Eastside Baptist Church (2450 Lower Roswell Road) will have a weekend-long presentation of “The Story,” a theatrical production for the whole family (with full choir, orchestra and ballerinas) that will be reprised on Saturday at 1 p.m. and Sunday at 3 p.m.;
  • On Saturday, the Holiday Arts Showcase at Wheeler High School (375 Holt Road) will feature the school’s Band choral and orchestral groups with shows at 2 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. Tickets are $5 for students and $10 for adults, and they’re good for both programs. Proceeds benefit Wheeler’s fine arts programs.

To check out more East Cobb holiday events, check out our Holiday Guide calendar listings. We’ll have another update later in the week that will post to the East Cobb News main news column. If you have an item to share, please e-mail: calendar@eastcobbnews.com.

If you have stories/photos of an event that’s already taken place and would like to share it with the public, e-mail to: editor@eastcobbnews.com and we’ll post it.

 

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Holiday Happenings in East Cobb

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Lassiter Craft Fair

Several arts and crafts events have already led off the holiday season in East Cobb, with many more to come in the coming weeks.

They include concerts, the East Cobb Park tree lighting, the Empty Bowl Brunch and church and faith community events.

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We’re compiling a comprehensive guide to holiday events that will go through New Year’s celebrations, but for the moment, check the list below for what’s on tap over the next few weeks.

If you’ve got a holiday listing (or photos and news of a previous event) to share, or think we’ve missed something, let us know! Send us an email to editor@eastcobbnews.com and we’ll post it ASAP!

 

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Auditions coming in October for St. Nick’s Cafe event at The Art Place

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A St. Nick’s Cafe audition call has been announced for October. From The Art Place-Mountain View:

The Art Place is looking for actors and actresses ages 8-18 years old to be in our annual St. Nick’s Café event! This year’s show is “What Could Go Wrong the Night Before Christmas,” a fun retelling of “The Night Before Christmas” where our narrator must deal with every interruption imaginable.St. Nick's Cafe audition call

Auditions: October 17 & 19 from 6:30-8:30 at The Art Place
Shows will be at The Art Place on Saturday, December 2, 2017 at 9am, 11am & 1pm. Rehearsals will be once or twice a week and will increase in frequency as the show approaches. Please be ready for improv, a cold reading from the script and to move! Directed by Jeanette Maldonado. Presented by MVAA & The Art Place.

To be added to the audition list, please email meryl.manfre@cobbcounty.org or call 770-509-2700.