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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