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		1	2 Women’s Divorce Support Group sponsored by Visions Anew Women’s Divorce Support Group sponsored by Visions Anew East Cobb Government Center 4400 Lower Roswell Road Marietta, GA 30068 Meets 1st Thursday & 3rd Wednesday of each month from 7-9pm The Creator’s Kids Music Class at St. Peter and St. Paul – FREE The Creator’s Kids Music Class at St. Peter and St. Paul – FREE Starting in February, The Creator’s Kids Music Class will be offered every Thursday from 10-10:45am at St. Peter St. Paul Episcopal Church 1795 Johnson Ferry Rd Marietta Ga 30062. Classes… Guided Tour of the Strand Guided Tour of the Strand Guided Tour of the Strand. Get a behind-the-scenes peek at the Earl Smith Strand Theatre. Learn about the history of the theatre dating back to the 1930s, recent renovation efforts…	3 POLK STREET PLAYERS PRESENT “COMING APART” Feb. 3-18 2012 POLK STREET PLAYERS PRESENT “COMING APART” Feb. 3-18 2012 The historic Polk Street Players proudly presents the delightful romantic comedy “Coming Apart” by Fred Carmichael, directed by Barbara Rudy. A couple, both successful writers, opens the play with the… The Art of Comedy The Art of Comedy The Art of Comedy with humorist and impressionist Jim Gossett.. Two shows: 6:30pm (social hour at 6pm) and 8:30pm (social hour at 8pm). Cash bar with light hors d’oeuvres. $45… Angela Reign returns to The Strand Angela Reign returns to The Strand Angela Reign returns to The Strand, bringing her powerful vocals, her amazing band and their highly entertaining show. 8pm. $14.30. Earl Smith Strand Theatre, 117 N. Park Square, Marietta. More… Coming Apart: A Romantic Comedy Coming Apart: A Romantic Comedy Looking for romantic entertainment during Valentine’s month? Polk Street Players has just the ticket! The delightful romantic comedy “Coming Apart” by Fred Carmichael, directed by Barbara Rudy, will be on the…	4 POLK STREET PLAYERS PRESENT “COMING APART” Feb. 3-18 2012 Coming Apart: A Romantic Comedy Genealogy 101 presented by the Genealogy Society of Cobb County 21st Annual Little Miss Cobb County Pageant Montana Skies Performance GSO Jazz! Marietta Square Farmer’s Market Little Miss Cobb County Pageant Serving Up Healthy Habits Feeding Time at the Chattahoochee Nature Center Free Arts and Crafts at Lakeshore Learning Store POLK STREET PLAYERS PRESENT “COMING APART” Feb. 3-18 2012 POLK STREET PLAYERS PRESENT “COMING APART” Feb. 3-18 2012 The historic Polk Street Players proudly presents the delightful romantic comedy “Coming Apart” by Fred Carmichael, directed by Barbara Rudy. A couple, both successful writers, opens the play with the… Coming Apart: A Romantic Comedy Coming Apart: A Romantic Comedy Looking for romantic entertainment during Valentine’s month? Polk Street Players has just the ticket! The delightful romantic comedy “Coming Apart” by Fred Carmichael, directed by Barbara Rudy, will be on the… Genealogy 101 presented by the Genealogy Society of Cobb County Genealogy 101 presented by the Genealogy Society of Cobb County Genealogy 101 presented by the Genealogy Society of Cobb County. 9:30am-12:30pm. Registration: 9am on January 21. Classes are free. Set of course materials (notebook with class handouts and a genealogy-related book) available… 21st Annual Little Miss Cobb County Pageant 21st Annual Little Miss Cobb County Pageant 21st Annual Little Miss Cobb County Pageant sponsored by Miss Cobb County Pageant. Beauty titles will be awarded for Tiny Miss Cobb to Teen Miss Cobb plus a separate talent… Montana Skies Performance Montana Skies Performance Montana Skies Performance. Enjoy a unique new sound with the pairing of cello and fingerstyle guitar. Combining classic with modern, this group has created their own “new acoustic” sound with… GSO Jazz! GSO Jazz! GSO Jazz! Join the Georgia Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Sam Skelton as they present in evening of incredible big band jazz. 8pm. $30/adults. $25/seniors 60 & over. $10/students. … Marietta Square Farmer’s Market Marietta Square Farmer’s Market Marietta Square Winter Farmer’s Market featuring products that are grown and produced in Georgia, including produce, plants, honey, breads, cheese and other items. 9am-12pm. Rain or shine. Saturdays through March… Little Miss Cobb County Pageant Little Miss Cobb County Pageant The 21st annual Little Miss Cobb County Pageant will be held on February 4, at Southern Tech, Joe Mack Wilson Theatre, 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta at 9:45 a.m. Sponsored by… Serving Up Healthy Habits Serving Up Healthy Habits Saturday, February 4, 2012, 2 pm at the East Cobb Library Speaker: Dawn Florence, Cobb Extension Feeding Time at the Chattahoochee Nature Center Feeding Time at the Chattahoochee Nature Center Every Tuesday and Saturday, Feeding Time at the Chattahoochee Nature Center. Join a naturalist for an in-depth look at one of their resident animals as they are being fed. 4pm. Admission: …	5 Kabbalah Café Kabbalah Café Kabbalah Café. Delve into the mystical secrets of Judaism based on the Chassidic teachings of Tanya. This tale of two souls will give you the tools to understand yourself in… Trail Hikes Trail Hikes Trail Hikes, Every Saturday and Sunday. A docent guides you on a journey through the Chattahoochee Nature Center trails using biofacts and activities to spark you “natural” curiosity. 1pm. Admission: … Family Day at the Marietta/Cobb Art Museum Family Day at the Marietta/Cobb Art Museum Family Day at the Marietta/Cobb Art Museum. Free admission and fun activities for the whole family. 1-4pm, except when museum is closed. Marietta/Cobb Museum of Art, 30 Atlanta Street, Marietta. … MDJ editor lecture & book signing MDJ editor lecture & book signing On Sunday February 5, from 9:30-11:30am, the Brotherhood of Temple Kol Emeth is sponsoring a free lecture featuring Joe Kirby, the author of “The Lockheed Plant.” The lecture will take…
6 First Monday Breakfast sponsored by Cobb Chamber of Commerce First Monday Breakfast sponsored by Cobb Chamber of Commerce First Monday Breakfast sponsored by Cobb Chamber of Commerce. Speakers: Dr. William Cooper and Dr. Barry Mangel. Program: Health Hero Award & Honorary Commanders Class of 2012 Recognition. 7:30am. General…	7 National Tennis Rating Program (NTRP) Classic Tennis Tournament National Tennis Rating Program (NTRP) Classic Tennis Tournament National Tennis Rating Program (NTRP) Classic Tennis Tournament. Events: MW (3.0-4.5)SD; Combo MX (6.0, 7.0, 8.0, 9.0)d. Entry fee: $17 singles; $12 doubles/per player. Online registration deadline: January 31. Terrell… Feeding Time at the Chattahoochee Nature Center Feeding Time at the Chattahoochee Nature Center Every Tuesday and Saturday, Feeding Time at the Chattahoochee Nature Center. Join a naturalist for an in-depth look at one of their resident animals as they are being fed. 4pm. Admission: …	8 Financial Peace University Financial Peace University Financial Peace University. Learn from Dave Ramsey how to achieve your financial goals by eliminating debt, saving for the future and giving. Classes meet once a week for 13 weeks. … MDE School Open House MDE School Open House The MDE School will host an Open House on Wednesday, February 8, 2012 at 7pm at the school, 1000 Johnson Ferry Road, Suite A100, Marietta, 30068. The MDE School educates… Your Hearing Matters: Signs and Symptoms of a Hearing Loss Your Hearing Matters: Signs and Symptoms of a Hearing Loss Your Hearing Matters: Signs and Symptoms of a Hearing Loss presented by Dr. Bret Greenblatt, WellStar audiologist. This program will concentrate on hearing loss, how to maintain healthy hearing, symptoms… Parenting Teens Workshop at High Meadows School Parenting Teens Workshop at High Meadows School Sue Blaney, author of Please Stop the Rollercoaster!, will be presenting a workshop at High Meadows School, 1055 Willeo Road, on Wednesday, February 8 from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. in the…	9 Fiddler on the Roof, Jr. Fiddler on the Roof, Jr. Fiddler on the Roof, Jr. presented by the West Side Elementary Drama Club and its partner in education, the Earl Smith Strand Theatre. 7pm. $10. . Earl Smith Strand Theatre,… College Fair College Fair College Fair. Meet representatives from over 100 post-secondary schools from all over the country. 5:30-7pm. Kell High School, 4770 Lee Waters Road, Marietta. More info: 678-494-7844. The Creators’ Kids Music Class at St. Peter & St. Paul – FREE The Creators’ Kids Music Class at St. Peter & St. Paul – FREE Starting in February, The Creator’s Kids Music Class will be offered every Thursday from 10-10:45am at St. Peter St. Paul Episcopal Church 1795 Johnson Ferry Rd Marietta Ga 30062. Classes… Guided Tour of the Strand Guided Tour of the Strand Guided Tour of the Strand. Get a behind-the-scenes peek at the Earl Smith Strand Theatre. Learn about the history of the theatre dating back to the 1930s, recent renovation efforts and… Quarterly Police Email Notification System (PENS) Meeting Quarterly Police Email Notification System (PENS) Meeting Quarterly Police Email Notification System (PENS) Meetings. The first quarterly PENS meetings will have Lieutenant Destiny Davidson of the Cobb County Police Department presenting crime trends in East Cobb County…	10 Martinis & Music Martinis & Music Martinis & Music. Celebrate art exhibits, volunteers, sponsors and community involvement with music. 5:30-8:30pm. $8 includes hors d’oeuvres and cash bar. Free admission for members. Marietta/Cobb Museum of Art, 30… Cobb Executive Women Luncheon Cobb Executive Women Luncheon Cobb Executive Women Luncheon. Program: Women’s Health Panel. $20 online (by noon, February 8). $35 at door. Registration/General networking: 11am. Program: 11:30am. The Georgian Club, 100 Galleria Parkway, 17th Floor,… Cobb County Master Gardeners Lunch and Learn: Edible Gardening Cobb County Master Gardeners Lunch and Learn: Edible Gardening Cobb County Master Gardeners Lunch and Learn: Edible Gardening. Louise Weyer will show how ornamentals and edibles planted together make an attractive unusual and functional blend in the landscape and… 1st Annual Father-Daughter/Mother-Son Valentine’s Day Dance 1st Annual Father-Daughter/Mother-Son Valentine’s Day Dance 1st Annual Father-Daughter/Mother-Son Valentine’s Day Dance. Formal attire is suggested. 6:30-8pm. $5/couple. $2/each additional dance partner. Powers Ferry Elementary School, 403 Powers Ferry Road, Marietta. More info: 770-578-7936.	11 POLK STREET PLAYERS PRESENTS “COMING APART” Feb. 3-18 2012 Genealogy 101 presented by the Genealogy Society of Cobb County Marietta Square Winter Farmer’s Market Feeding Time at the Chattahoochee Nature Center Free Arts and Crafts at Lakeshore Learning Store 11th Annual Chattahoochee Challenge 10K and 1-Mile Fun Run 3rd Annual Marietta Mardi Gras Run Vintage Chevrolet Club of America (VCCA) – Heart of Georgia Chapter Car Show & Swap Meet Town Hall Meeting The Metropolitan Opera Live in HD – Wagner’s Gotterdammerung 2nd Annual African American History Month Gala Night Hike at the Chattahoochee Nature Center POLK STREET PLAYERS PRESENTS “COMING APART” Feb. 3-18 2012 POLK STREET PLAYERS PRESENTS “COMING APART” Feb. 3-18 2012 The historic Polk Street Players proudly presents the delightful romantic comedy “Coming Apart” by Fred Carmichael, directed by Barbara Rudy. A couple, both successful writers, opens the play with the… Genealogy 101 presented by the Genealogy Society of Cobb County Genealogy 101 presented by the Genealogy Society of Cobb County Genealogy 101 presented by the Genealogy Society of Cobb County. 9:30am-12:30pm. Registration: 9am on January 21. Classes are free. Set of course materials (notebook with class handouts and a genealogy-related book) available… Marietta Square Winter Farmer’s Market Marietta Square Winter Farmer’s Market Marietta Square Winter Farmer’s Market featuring products that are grown and produced in Georgia, including produce, plants, honey, breads, cheese and other items. 9am-12pm. Rain or shine. Saturdays through March… Feeding Time at the Chattahoochee Nature Center Feeding Time at the Chattahoochee Nature Center Every Tuesday and Saturday, Feeding Time at the Chattahoochee Nature Center. Join a naturalist for an in-depth look at one of their resident animals as they are being fed. 4pm. Admission: … Free Arts and Crafts at Lakeshore Learning Store Free Arts and Crafts at Lakeshore Learning Store Free Arts and Crafts at Lakeshore Learning Store. 11am-3pm. Ages 3 and up. Make a Design-Your-Own Notebook, Be Mine! Valentine Mailbox, My Little Log Cabin, or Super Silly Storybook Character! … 11th Annual Chattahoochee Challenge 10K and 1-Mile Fun Run 11th Annual Chattahoochee Challenge 10K and 1-Mile Fun Run 11th Annual Chattahoochee Challenge 10K and 1-Mile Fun Run, official Peachtree qualifier along the Chattahoochee River benefiting the Chattahoochee Nature Center. 10K starts at 8am. $27 until February 9 or… 3rd Annual Marietta Mardi Gras Run 3rd Annual Marietta Mardi Gras Run 3rd Annual Marietta Mardi Gras Run sponsored by Junior League of Cobb-Marietta to benefit various charitable community projects and agencies in Cobb County. Certified as a Peachtree Road Race qualifier. … Vintage Chevrolet Club of America (VCCA) – Heart of Georgia Chapter Car Show & Swap Meet Vintage Chevrolet Club of America (VCCA) – Heart of Georgia Chapter Car Show & Swap Meet Vintage Chevrolet Club of America (VCCA) – Heart of Georgia Chapter Car Show & Swap Meet. Cars and parts for sale with many local vendors. 8am-3pm. $5. Under 12 free. … Town Hall Meeting Town Hall Meeting Town Hall Meeting. State Senator Chip Rogers will be joined by State Senator Judson Hill and State Representative John Carson. 10-11:30am. Mountain View Community Center, 3400 Sandy Plains Road Marietta. … The Metropolitan Opera Live in HD – Wagner’s Gotterdammerung The Metropolitan Opera Live in HD – Wagner’s Gotterdammerung The Metropolitan Opera Live in HD – Wagner’s Gotterdammerung. 12pm. 12:55pm. $22/adults. $20/seniors. $18/students. $15/children. Merchants Walk Stadium Cinemas, 1301 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta. More info: 678-560-1111 or www.georgiatheatrecompany.com/gtc-promotions.asp.	12 POLK STREET PLAYERS PRESENTS “COMING APART” Feb. 3-18 Winter Bird Seed Sale Atlanta National College Fair Mah Jongg Tournament at Etz Chaim Kabbalah Café Trail Hikes, Every Saturday and Sunday Oscar and Felix Twyla Tharp’s The Princess and the Goblin Sinfonia, Chorus, and Chamber Music Valentine Dinner fundraiser for Thrive Cobb County Daylily Society February Meeting POLK STREET PLAYERS PRESENTS “COMING APART” Feb. 3-18 POLK STREET PLAYERS PRESENTS “COMING APART” Feb. 3-18 The historic Polk Street Players proudly presents the delightful romantic comedy “Coming Apart” by Fred Carmichael, directed by Barbara Rudy. A couple, both successful writers, opens the play with the… Winter Bird Seed Sale Winter Bird Seed Sale Winter Bird Seed Sale. Feed your feathered friends premium birdseed and benefit the Chattahoochee Nature Center. Pre-sale orders can be placed online or at the Nature Store. Chattahoochee Nature Center,… Atlanta National College Fair Atlanta National College Fair Atlanta National College Fair. Students and parents can meet one-on-one with admission representatives from a wide range of national and international, two- and four-year colleges and universities. Learn about admission… Mah Jongg Tournament at Etz Chaim Mah Jongg Tournament at Etz Chaim A Mah Jongg Tournament Benefiting Etz Chaim Preschool will be held on Sunday, February 12, 2012, at Congregation Etz Chaim, 1190 Indian Hills Parkway. Sign-in at 12:45pm, tournament play 1-4pm. Play in the… Kabbalah Café Kabbalah Café Kabbalah Café. Delve into the mystical secrets of Judaism based on the Chassidic teachings of Tanya. This tale of two souls will give you the tools to understand yourself in… Trail Hikes, Every Saturday and Sunday Trail Hikes, Every Saturday and Sunday Trail Hikes, Every Saturday and Sunday. A docent guides you on a journey through the Chattahoochee Nature Center trails using biofacts and activities to spark you “natural” curiosity. 1pm. Admission: $8/adults. … Oscar and Felix Oscar and Felix Oscar and Felix, a new look at The Odd Coupleby Neil Simon presented by CenterStage North. An update to the classic comedy with characters in an all-new setting. Thursday-Saturday: 8pm. … Twyla Tharp’s The Princess and the Goblin Twyla Tharp’s The Princess and the Goblin Twyla Tharp’s The Princess and the Goblin, a story of a courageous young girl who confronts the trials of coming of age, presented by Atlanta Ballet with the Atlanta Ballet… Sinfonia, Chorus, and Chamber Music Sinfonia, Chorus, and Chamber Music Sinfonia, Chorus, and Chamber Music, a Georgia Youth Symphony Orchestra and Chorus Concert. Saturday: 3pm. Sunday: 4pm & 7:30pm. $5. Dr. Bobbie Bailey Performance Center, Kennesaw State University, 1000 Chastain… Valentine Dinner fundraiser for Thrive Valentine Dinner fundraiser for Thrive Valentine Dinner fundraiser for Thrive, the youth ministry at Sacred Tapestry United Methodist church. 6pm. $10/person for dinner and dance. Childcare available @ $5/child, including pizza dinner. Reservations required for…
13 Longing for Freedom Longing for Freedom Longing for Freedom. This exploration of slavery begins at the Bulloch Hall slave quarters with stories from children’s literature depicting life as an enslaved person in the 1800s and documented…	14 Feeding Time at the Chattahoochee Nature Center Feeding Time at the Chattahoochee Nature Center Every Tuesday and Saturday, Feeding Time at the Chattahoochee Nature Center. Join a naturalist for an in-depth look at one of their resident animals as they are being fed. 4pm. Admission: … Quarterly Police Email Notification System (PENS) Meeting Quarterly Police Email Notification System (PENS) Meeting Quarterly Police Email Notification System (PENS) Meetings. The first quarterly PENS meetings will have Lieutenant Destiny Davidson of the Cobb County Police Department presenting crime trends in East Cobb County… Passages FREE Speaker Series Passages FREE Speaker Series A gift to the Atlanta community from the Museum of the Bible—unprecedented access to ground-breaking research from some of the best minds in Biblical scholarship focusing on The Bible’s Survival and Success, New…	15 Women’s Divorce Support Group sponsored by Visions Anew Women’s Divorce Support Group sponsored by Visions Anew East Cobb Government Center 4400 Lower Roswell Road Marietta, GA 30068 Meets 1st Thursday & 3rd Wednesday of each month from 7-9pm Defensive Driving/Driver Improvement Class Defensive Driving/Driver Improvement Class Defensive Driving/Driver Improvement Class presented by Safe America. If you are already driving but want to lower the cost of your car insurance or if you’ve gotten a traffic ticket…	16 Defensive Driving/Driver Improvement Class Defensive Driving/Driver Improvement Class Defensive Driving/Driver Improvement Class presented by Safe America. If you are already driving but want to lower the cost of your car insurance or if you’ve gotten a traffic ticket… The Creator’s Kids Music Class at St. Peter & St. Paul – FREE The Creator’s Kids Music Class at St. Peter & St. Paul – FREE Starting in February, The Creator’s Kids Music Class will be offered every Thursday from 10-10:45am at St. Peter St. Paul Episcopal Church 1795 Johnson Ferry Rd Marietta Ga 30062. Classes… Guided Tour of the Strand Guided Tour of the Strand Guided Tour of the Strand. Get a behind-the-scenes peek at the Earl Smith Strand Theatre. Learn about the history of the theatre dating back to the 1930s, recent renovation efforts and…	17 Spring Consignment Sale at St. Peter & St. Paul Spring Consignment Sale at St. Peter & St. Paul The Episcopal Church of St. Peter & St. Paul will hold their annual Spring Consignment Sale on Friday, February 17 and Saturday, February 18. Find high quality, gently used children’s Spring/Summer clothing (sizes… POLK STREET PLAYERS PRESENTS “COMING APART” Feb. 3-18 2012 POLK STREET PLAYERS PRESENTS “COMING APART” Feb. 3-18 2012 The historic Polk Street Players proudly presents the delightful romantic comedy “Coming Apart” by Fred Carmichael, directed by Barbara Rudy. A couple, both successful writers, opens the play with the… The Ladies Man at Theatre in the Square The Ladies Man at Theatre in the Square The Ladies Man. An amorous doctor’s innocent lie leads to chaotic compounded mistakes involving a suspicious wife, a grumpy mother-in-law, an assertive female patient and her jealous Prussian husband, plus… Cobb County Junior Basketball Tournament through February 19 Cobb County Junior Basketball Tournament through February 19 Cobb County Junior Basketball Tournament. Season and championship tournament for 6th-8th graders from Cobb, Cherokee, and Paulding counties as well as North Fulton schools. Games start at 5pm, Monday-Friday, and… Oscar and Felix Oscar and Felix Oscar and Felix, a new look at The Odd Coupleby Neil Simon presented by CenterStage North. An update to the classic comedy with characters in an all-new setting. Thursday-Saturday: 8pm. Sunday: 2pm. … Twyla Tharp’s The Princess and the Goblin Twyla Tharp’s The Princess and the Goblin Twyla Tharp’s The Princess and the Goblin, a story of a courageous young girl who confronts the trials of coming of age, presented by Atlanta Ballet with the Atlanta Ballet Orchestra and… Ain’t Misbehavin’ Ain’t Misbehavin’ Ain’t Misbehavin’,a Tony Award-winning celebration of the music of Thomas “Fats” Walker, a creative jazz songwriter of the 1920s and 30s who penned over 400 songs in his career, many…	18 Spring Consignment Sale at St. Peter & St. Paul POLK STREET PLAYERS PRESENTS “COMING APART” Feb. 3-18 2012 The Ladies Man at Theatre in the Square Cobb County Junior Basketball Tournament through February 19 Oscar and Felix Twyla Tharp’s The Princess and the Goblin Ain’t Misbehavin’ Genealogy 101 presented by the Genealogy Society of Cobb County Marietta Square Winter Farmer’s Market Feeding Time at the Chattahoochee Nature Center Free Arts and Crafts at Lakeshore Learning Store Trail Hikes, Every Saturday and Sunday Green Thumb Gardening Series: Floral and Culinary Herbs Gullah Culture and Cooking Mad Tea Party! Spring Consignment Sale at St. Peter & St. Paul Spring Consignment Sale at St. Peter & St. Paul The Episcopal Church of St. Peter & St. Paul will hold their annual Spring Consignment Sale on Friday, February 17 and Saturday, February 18. Find high quality, gently used children’s Spring/Summer clothing (sizes… POLK STREET PLAYERS PRESENTS “COMING APART” Feb. 3-18 2012 POLK STREET PLAYERS PRESENTS “COMING APART” Feb. 3-18 2012 The historic Polk Street Players proudly presents the delightful romantic comedy “Coming Apart” by Fred Carmichael, directed by Barbara Rudy. A couple, both successful writers, opens the play with the… The Ladies Man at Theatre in the Square The Ladies Man at Theatre in the Square The Ladies Man. An amorous doctor’s innocent lie leads to chaotic compounded mistakes involving a suspicious wife, a grumpy mother-in-law, an assertive female patient and her jealous Prussian husband, plus… Cobb County Junior Basketball Tournament through February 19 Cobb County Junior Basketball Tournament through February 19 Cobb County Junior Basketball Tournament. Season and championship tournament for 6th-8th graders from Cobb, Cherokee, and Paulding counties as well as North Fulton schools. Games start at 5pm, Monday-Friday, and… Oscar and Felix Oscar and Felix Oscar and Felix, a new look at The Odd Coupleby Neil Simon presented by CenterStage North. An update to the classic comedy with characters in an all-new setting. Thursday-Saturday: 8pm. Sunday: 2pm. … Twyla Tharp’s The Princess and the Goblin Twyla Tharp’s The Princess and the Goblin Twyla Tharp’s The Princess and the Goblin, a story of a courageous young girl who confronts the trials of coming of age, presented by Atlanta Ballet with the Atlanta Ballet Orchestra and… Ain’t Misbehavin’ Ain’t Misbehavin’ Ain’t Misbehavin’,a Tony Award-winning celebration of the music of Thomas “Fats” Walker, a creative jazz songwriter of the 1920s and 30s who penned over 400 songs in his career, many… Genealogy 101 presented by the Genealogy Society of Cobb County Genealogy 101 presented by the Genealogy Society of Cobb County Genealogy 101 presented by the Genealogy Society of Cobb County. 9:30am-12:30pm. Registration: 9am on January 21. Classes are free. Set of course materials (notebook with class handouts and a genealogy-related book) available… Marietta Square Winter Farmer’s Market Marietta Square Winter Farmer’s Market Marietta Square Winter Farmer’s Market featuring products that are grown and produced in Georgia, including produce, plants, honey, breads, cheese and other items. 9am-12pm. Rain or shine. Saturdays through March… Feeding Time at the Chattahoochee Nature Center Feeding Time at the Chattahoochee Nature Center Every Tuesday and Saturday, Feeding Time at the Chattahoochee Nature Center. Join a naturalist for an in-depth look at one of their resident animals as they are being fed. 4pm. Admission: …	19 The Ladies Man at Theatre in the Square The Ladies Man at Theatre in the Square The Ladies Man. An amorous doctor’s innocent lie leads to chaotic compounded mistakes involving a suspicious wife, a grumpy mother-in-law, an assertive female patient and her jealous Prussian husband, plus… Cobb County Junior Basketball Tournament through February 19 Cobb County Junior Basketball Tournament through February 19 Cobb County Junior Basketball Tournament. Season and championship tournament for 6th-8th graders from Cobb, Cherokee, and Paulding counties as well as North Fulton schools. Games start at 5pm, Monday-Friday, and… Oscar and Felix Oscar and Felix Oscar and Felix, a new look at The Odd Coupleby Neil Simon presented by CenterStage North. An update to the classic comedy with characters in an all-new setting. Thursday-Saturday: 8pm. Sunday: 2pm. … Twyla Tharp’s The Princess and the Goblin Twyla Tharp’s The Princess and the Goblin Twyla Tharp’s The Princess and the Goblin, a story of a courageous young girl who confronts the trials of coming of age, presented by Atlanta Ballet with the Atlanta Ballet Orchestra and… Ain’t Misbehavin’ Ain’t Misbehavin’ Ain’t Misbehavin’,a Tony Award-winning celebration of the music of Thomas “Fats” Walker, a creative jazz songwriter of the 1920s and 30s who penned over 400 songs in his career, many… Trail Hikes, Every Saturday and Sunday Trail Hikes, Every Saturday and Sunday Trail Hikes, Every Saturday and Sunday. A docent guides you on a journey through the Chattahoochee Nature Center trails using biofacts and activities to spark you “natural” curiosity. 1pm. Admission: $8/adults. … Kabbalah Café Kabbalah Café Kabbalah Café. Delve into the mystical secrets of Judaism based on the Chassidic teachings of Tanya. This tale of two souls will give you the tools to understand yourself in unprecedented… The Locomotive Half Marathon and Thunder 5K The Locomotive Half Marathon and Thunder 5K The Locomotive Half Marathon and Thunder 5K. 7:30am start for half marathon. 8am start of 5K. Park at Town Center Mall. Shuttle buses will run to race start starting at…
20 Spring Tennis Classes Spring Tennis Classes Spring Tennis Classes begin at Cobb tennis centers. Classes meet 1 hour per week (1/2 hour for tots classes) for 6 weeks. $72 ($97/non-residents). Tots classes: $36 ($61/non-residents). More info/to… 7th Annual Tea and Hat Show 7th Annual Tea and Hat Show 7th Annual Tea and Hat Show. An informal tea and fashion show. A guest speaker will share her personal relationship and history with hats. Attendees are encouraged to wear their…	21 Newcomers of Cobb County February Meeting Newcomers of Cobb County February Meeting The Newcomers of Cobb County hold a general meeting on the third Tuesday of each month at 10am, John Knox Church, 505 Powers Ferry Road, Marietta, 30067. Those new to Cobb County,… Feeding Time at the Chattahoochee Nature Center Feeding Time at the Chattahoochee Nature Center Every Tuesday and Saturday, Feeding Time at the Chattahoochee Nature Center. Join a naturalist for an in-depth look at one of their resident animals as they are being fed. 4pm. Admission: … Concert Band and Philharmonic Concert Band and Philharmonic Concert Band and Philharmonic, presented by Kennesaw State University School of the Arts. Conductors: John Culvahouse and Michael Alexander. 8pm. Admission: $10/$8. Dr. Bobbie Bailey Performance Center, Kennesaw State University,… Passages FREE Speaker Series Passages FREE Speaker Series A gift to the Atlanta community from the Museum of the Bible—unprecedented access to ground-breaking research from some of the best minds in Biblical scholarship focusing on The Bible’s Survival and Success, New…	22 Red Letter Jesus, through March 10 Red Letter Jesus, through March 10 Red Letter Jesus. Eleven years after his sold-out run of The Gospel of John at Theatre in the Square, Brad Sherrill returns to the Alley Stage to bring new life… Accident Avoidance Workshops Accident Avoidance Workshops Accident Avoidance Workshops presented by Marietta/Cobb Driver’s Education at Walton High School. Open to any permitted/licensed driver with basic vehicle control. At least one parent required to attend the entire… Preventing Heart Disease: Fish Oil, COQ10, Garlic, Statins – What Works? Preventing Heart Disease: Fish Oil, COQ10, Garlic, Statins – What Works? Preventing Heart Disease: Fish Oil, COQ10, Garlic, Statins – What Works? Presented by Dr. William, Cooper, Medical Director of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Wellstar Kennestone Hospital and Emory healthcare Association Professor of… Explore Passages through May 15, 2012 Explore Passages through May 15, 2012 Passages, a worldwide traveling exhibition, allows people of all interests to experience the creation of the book that has altered history, shaped cultures, inspired minds and changed lives. The 23,203-square-foot,…	23 Red Letter Jesus, through March 10 Red Letter Jesus, through March 10 Red Letter Jesus. Eleven years after his sold-out run of The Gospel of John at Theatre in the Square, Brad Sherrill returns to the Alley Stage to bring new life… Explore Passages through May 15, 2012 Explore Passages through May 15, 2012 Passages, a worldwide traveling exhibition, allows people of all interests to experience the creation of the book that has altered history, shaped cultures, inspired minds and changed lives. The 23,203-square-foot,… The Creator’s Kids Music Class at St. Peter & St. Paul – FREE The Creator’s Kids Music Class at St. Peter & St. Paul – FREE Starting in February, The Creator’s Kids Music Class will be offered every Thursday from 10-10:45am at St. Peter St. Paul Episcopal Church 1795 Johnson Ferry Rd Marietta Ga 30062. Classes… Guided Tour of the Strand Guided Tour of the Strand Guided Tour of the Strand. Get a behind-the-scenes peek at the Earl Smith Strand Theatre. Learn about the history of the theatre dating back to the 1930s, recent renovation efforts and… Oscar and Felix Oscar and Felix Oscar and Felix, a new look at The Odd Coupleby Neil Simon presented by CenterStage North. An update to the classic comedy with characters in an all-new setting. Thursday-Saturday: 8pm. Sunday: 2pm. … Ain’t Misbehavin’ Ain’t Misbehavin’ Ain’t Misbehavin’,a Tony Award-winning celebration of the music of Thomas “Fats” Walker, a creative jazz songwriter of the 1920s and 30s who penned over 400 songs in his career, many… Cobb Young Professionals Cobb Young Professionals Cobb Young Professionals presented by Cobb Chamber of Commerce for young professionals in their 20s and 30s. 5:30-7:30pm. General admission: $20 online (by noon, February 22) or $20 at door. … The Foreigner The Foreigner The Foreigner presented by Georgia Ensemble Theatre. Charlie’s shyness renders him helpless in conversation – so when a friend covers for him by telling the other guests in a rural… Georgia Ensemble Theatre presents “The Foreigner” Georgia Ensemble Theatre presents “The Foreigner” Georgia Ensemble Theatre (GET), North Fulton’s only professional theatre company, continues its 19th season with one of the funniest American plays ever written, The Foreigner by Larry Shue, running February…	24 Red Letter Jesus, through March 10 Red Letter Jesus, through March 10 Red Letter Jesus. Eleven years after his sold-out run of The Gospel of John at Theatre in the Square, Brad Sherrill returns to the Alley Stage to bring new life… Explore Passages through May 15, 2012 Explore Passages through May 15, 2012 Passages, a worldwide traveling exhibition, allows people of all interests to experience the creation of the book that has altered history, shaped cultures, inspired minds and changed lives. The 23,203-square-foot,… Oscar and Felix Oscar and Felix Oscar and Felix, a new look at The Odd Coupleby Neil Simon presented by CenterStage North. An update to the classic comedy with characters in an all-new setting. Thursday-Saturday: 8pm. Sunday: 2pm. … Ain’t Misbehavin’ Ain’t Misbehavin’ Ain’t Misbehavin’,a Tony Award-winning celebration of the music of Thomas “Fats” Walker, a creative jazz songwriter of the 1920s and 30s who penned over 400 songs in his career, many… The Foreigner The Foreigner The Foreigner presented by Georgia Ensemble Theatre. Charlie’s shyness renders him helpless in conversation – so when a friend covers for him by telling the other guests in a rural… Georgia Ensemble Theatre presents “The Foreigner” Georgia Ensemble Theatre presents “The Foreigner” Georgia Ensemble Theatre (GET), North Fulton’s only professional theatre company, continues its 19th season with one of the funniest American plays ever written, The Foreigner by Larry Shue, running February… Born Again Blessings Consignment Sale Born Again Blessings Consignment Sale Born Again Blessings Consignment Sale benefiting the Hilda Cagle Foundation to help families in need. Children’s and maternity clothing, shoes, toys, nursery items, baby equipment, furniture and more. Cash or…	25 Red Letter Jesus, through March 10 Explore Passages through May 15, 2012 Oscar and Felix Ain’t Misbehavin’ The Foreigner Georgia Ensemble Theatre presents “The Foreigner” Born Again Blessings Consignment Sale Genealogy 101 presented by the Genealogy Society of Cobb County Marietta Square Winter Farmer’s Market Feeding Time at the Chattahoochee Nature Center Free Arts and Crafts at Lakeshore Learning Store Trail Hikes, Every Saturday and Sunday Defensive Driving/Driver Improvement Class Accident Avoidance Workshops Southeastern Agility Dog Trials The Metropolitan Opera Live in HD – Verdi’s Ernani Drivers Education presented by Marietta/Cobb Driver’s Education FREE Educational seminar on Collaborative Practice: A Better Way to Divorce‏ Red Letter Jesus, through March 10 Red Letter Jesus, through March 10 Red Letter Jesus. Eleven years after his sold-out run of The Gospel of John at Theatre in the Square, Brad Sherrill returns to the Alley Stage to bring new life… Explore Passages through May 15, 2012 Explore Passages through May 15, 2012 Passages, a worldwide traveling exhibition, allows people of all interests to experience the creation of the book that has altered history, shaped cultures, inspired minds and changed lives. The 23,203-square-foot,… Oscar and Felix Oscar and Felix Oscar and Felix, a new look at The Odd Coupleby Neil Simon presented by CenterStage North. An update to the classic comedy with characters in an all-new setting. Thursday-Saturday: 8pm. Sunday: 2pm. … Ain’t Misbehavin’ Ain’t Misbehavin’ Ain’t Misbehavin’,a Tony Award-winning celebration of the music of Thomas “Fats” Walker, a creative jazz songwriter of the 1920s and 30s who penned over 400 songs in his career, many… The Foreigner The Foreigner The Foreigner presented by Georgia Ensemble Theatre. Charlie’s shyness renders him helpless in conversation – so when a friend covers for him by telling the other guests in a rural… Georgia Ensemble Theatre presents “The Foreigner” Georgia Ensemble Theatre presents “The Foreigner” Georgia Ensemble Theatre (GET), North Fulton’s only professional theatre company, continues its 19th season with one of the funniest American plays ever written, The Foreigner by Larry Shue, running February… Born Again Blessings Consignment Sale Born Again Blessings Consignment Sale Born Again Blessings Consignment Sale benefiting the Hilda Cagle Foundation to help families in need. Children’s and maternity clothing, shoes, toys, nursery items, baby equipment, furniture and more. Cash or… Genealogy 101 presented by the Genealogy Society of Cobb County Genealogy 101 presented by the Genealogy Society of Cobb County Genealogy 101 presented by the Genealogy Society of Cobb County. 9:30am-12:30pm. Registration: 9am on January 21. Classes are free. Set of course materials (notebook with class handouts and a genealogy-related book) available… Marietta Square Winter Farmer’s Market Marietta Square Winter Farmer’s Market Marietta Square Winter Farmer’s Market featuring products that are grown and produced in Georgia, including produce, plants, honey, breads, cheese and other items. 9am-12pm. Rain or shine. Saturdays through March… Feeding Time at the Chattahoochee Nature Center Feeding Time at the Chattahoochee Nature Center Every Tuesday and Saturday, Feeding Time at the Chattahoochee Nature Center. Join a naturalist for an in-depth look at one of their resident animals as they are being fed. 4pm. Admission: …	26 Red Letter Jesus, through March 10 Explore Passages through May 15, 2012 Ain’t Misbehavin’ The Foreigner Georgia Ensemble Theatre presents “The Foreigner” Trail Hikes, Every Saturday and Sunday Accident Avoidance Workshops Kabbalah Café Docent Orientation at the Chattahoochee Nature Center Oscar Night® America-Atlanta, Red Letter Jesus, through March 10 Red Letter Jesus, through March 10 Red Letter Jesus. Eleven years after his sold-out run of The Gospel of John at Theatre in the Square, Brad Sherrill returns to the Alley Stage to bring new life… Explore Passages through May 15, 2012 Explore Passages through May 15, 2012 Passages, a worldwide traveling exhibition, allows people of all interests to experience the creation of the book that has altered history, shaped cultures, inspired minds and changed lives. The 23,203-square-foot,… Ain’t Misbehavin’ Ain’t Misbehavin’ Ain’t Misbehavin’,a Tony Award-winning celebration of the music of Thomas “Fats” Walker, a creative jazz songwriter of the 1920s and 30s who penned over 400 songs in his career, many… The Foreigner The Foreigner The Foreigner presented by Georgia Ensemble Theatre. Charlie’s shyness renders him helpless in conversation – so when a friend covers for him by telling the other guests in a rural… Georgia Ensemble Theatre presents “The Foreigner” Georgia Ensemble Theatre presents “The Foreigner” Georgia Ensemble Theatre (GET), North Fulton’s only professional theatre company, continues its 19th season with one of the funniest American plays ever written, The Foreigner by Larry Shue, running February… Trail Hikes, Every Saturday and Sunday Trail Hikes, Every Saturday and Sunday Trail Hikes, Every Saturday and Sunday. A docent guides you on a journey through the Chattahoochee Nature Center trails using biofacts and activities to spark you “natural” curiosity. 1pm. Admission: $8/adults. … Accident Avoidance Workshops Accident Avoidance Workshops Accident Avoidance Workshops presented by Marietta/Cobb Driver’s Education at Walton High School. Open to any permitted/licensed driver with basic vehicle control. At least one parent required to attend the entire program… Kabbalah Café Kabbalah Café Kabbalah Café. Delve into the mystical secrets of Judaism based on the Chassidic teachings of Tanya. This tale of two souls will give you the tools to understand yourself in unprecedented… Docent Orientation at the Chattahoochee Nature Center Docent Orientation at the Chattahoochee Nature Center Docent Orientation at the Chattahoochee Nature Center. This introduction class will explore the various areas of education volunteering, including leading guided hikes on the weekends, interpreting exhibits around the grounds,… Oscar Night® America-Atlanta, Oscar Night® America-Atlanta, Oscar Night® America-Atlanta, Atlanta’s only officially sanctioned Oscar party. Attire: Red carpet chic. Doors open at 7pm. Telecast viewing: 7:30pm-midnight. $30 includes DJ and dance floor, “Predict the Winners” Ballot…
27 Red Letter Jesus, through March 10 Red Letter Jesus, through March 10 Red Letter Jesus. Eleven years after his sold-out run of The Gospel of John at Theatre in the Square, Brad Sherrill returns to the Alley Stage to bring new life… Explore Passages through May 15, 2012 Explore Passages through May 15, 2012 Passages, a worldwide traveling exhibition, allows people of all interests to experience the creation of the book that has altered history, shaped cultures, inspired minds and changed lives. The 23,203-square-foot,… Georgia Ensemble Theatre presents “The Foreigner” Georgia Ensemble Theatre presents “The Foreigner” Georgia Ensemble Theatre (GET), North Fulton’s only professional theatre company, continues its 19th season with one of the funniest American plays ever written, The Foreigner by Larry Shue, running February…	28 Red Letter Jesus, through March 10 Red Letter Jesus, through March 10 Red Letter Jesus. Eleven years after his sold-out run of The Gospel of John at Theatre in the Square, Brad Sherrill returns to the Alley Stage to bring new life… Explore Passages through May 15, 2012 Explore Passages through May 15, 2012 Passages, a worldwide traveling exhibition, allows people of all interests to experience the creation of the book that has altered history, shaped cultures, inspired minds and changed lives. The 23,203-square-foot,… Georgia Ensemble Theatre presents “The Foreigner” Georgia Ensemble Theatre presents “The Foreigner” Georgia Ensemble Theatre (GET), North Fulton’s only professional theatre company, continues its 19th season with one of the funniest American plays ever written, The Foreigner by Larry Shue, running February… FREE Pancakes at IHOP FREE Pancakes at IHOP In what may be the world’s largest annual pancake party fundraiser, IHOP recently announced that it will again host its National Pancake Day free pancake giveaway on Tuesday, February 28,… Feeding Time at the Chattahoochee Nature Center Feeding Time at the Chattahoochee Nature Center Every Tuesday and Saturday, Feeding Time at the Chattahoochee Nature Center. Join a naturalist for an in-depth look at one of their resident animals as they are being fed. 4pm. Admission: … Passages FREE Speaker Series Passages FREE Speaker Series A gift to the Atlanta community from the Museum of the Bible—unprecedented access to ground-breaking research from some of the best minds in Biblical scholarship focusing on The Bible’s Survival and Success, New…	29 Red Letter Jesus, through March 10 Red Letter Jesus, through March 10 Red Letter Jesus. Eleven years after his sold-out run of The Gospel of John at Theatre in the Square, Brad Sherrill returns to the Alley Stage to bring new life… Explore Passages through May 15, 2012 Explore Passages through May 15, 2012 Passages, a worldwide traveling exhibition, allows people of all interests to experience the creation of the book that has altered history, shaped cultures, inspired minds and changed lives. The 23,203-square-foot,… Georgia Ensemble Theatre presents “The Foreigner” Georgia Ensemble Theatre presents “The Foreigner” Georgia Ensemble Theatre (GET), North Fulton’s only professional theatre company, continues its 19th season with one of the funniest American plays ever written, The Foreigner by Larry Shue, running February… The Foreigner The Foreigner The Foreigner presented by Georgia Ensemble Theatre. Charlie’s shyness renders him helpless in conversation – so when a friend covers for him by telling the other guests in a rural Georgia mountain…