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Festivals and fun! Community events May 4 – 10

May 3, 2012 Leave a Comment

It’s festival season! Fun abounds this week all around town. For more ideas and activities, check out our online event calendar HERE.

Yaarab Shrine Circus, through May 6th. Families, children and adults of all ages will beam with delight as The World’s Largest Shrine Circus & Midway Carnival pull into town this spring. With more than 22 performances over 10 days, circus goers can enjoy circus acts from around the world including: high-flying trapeze acts, aerials and acrobats, show horses, elephants, bears, daredevil acts, thrilling carnival rides and, of course, world-famous Shriner clowns and more as the 70^th anniversary celebration of The World’s Largest Shrine Circus kicks off at Jim R. Miller Park in Marietta on Friday, April 27 – Sunday, May 6, 2012.

Every Saturday and Sunday, Marietta Square Farmers Market featuring products that are grown and produced in Georgia, including produce, plants, honey, breads, and cheese. Saturday: 10am-1pm. Sunday: 12-3pm. Glover Park-Marietta Square. More info: 770-499-9393 or www.mariettasquarefarmersmarket.net.

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/adults. $6/seniors. $5/ages 3-12. Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell. More info: 770-992-2055.

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. $6/seniors. $5/ages 3-12. Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell. More info: 770-992-2055.

Explore Passages, through June 30. 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, interactive, non-sectarian traveling exhibition uncovers the rarely revealed saga and diverse personalities of those who lived and died to capture, preserve, translate and study the Bible. On view now through mid-May, 2012. Buy your tickets now at ExplorePassages.com.

May 4
Good Mews Spring Flea Market, May 4-6. Find great bargains on a variety of items. Fridays and Saturdays: 9am-5pm. Sundays: Noon-5pm. All proceeds benefit Good Mews Animal Foundation, a local non-profit organization which operates a volunteer-based no-kill shelter for homeless, abused, and abandoned cats. Donations for the flea market accepted at the storefront every Saturday (10am-2pm) and Sunday (12-3pm) until May 5, and by appointment during the week. Email kmcnamara@goodmews.org to schedule a donation. East Lake Shopping Center (near Aldi’s), 2145 Roswell Road, Suite 40, Marietta. More info: 770-499-2287 or www.goodmews.org.

Bard in the Yard: The Tempest presented by the North Fulton Drama Club May 4-6.The Tempest is set on a remote island, where Prospero, the exiled Duke of Milan, plots to restore his daughter Miranda to her rightful place, using illusion and skillful manipulation. Come early for a picnic on the lawn before the performance begins.Admission is free – donations are welcome. Barrington Hall, 535 Barrington Drive, Roswell. More info: 770-640-3855 or www.barringtonhall-roswell.com.

The Atlanta Opera: Don Giovanni. Saturday & Friday: 8pm. Tuesday: 7:30pm. Sunday: 3pm. $30-$145. Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, 2800 Cobb Galleria Parkway, Atlanta. More info: 770-916-2800, www.cobbenergycentre.com, orwww.ticketmaster.com.

First Friday Art Walk. Along with more than thirty merchants hosting artists in their stores, First Friday Art Walk features Artists’ Alley at DuPre’s Antique Market. 5-9pm. This intimate exhibit of juried artists showing a wide variety of styles will be displayed indoors in a 3000 square foot, lite warehouse space at Dupre’s located at 17 Whitlock Avenue, Marietta. More info: www.artwalkmarietta.com.

Lunch & Learn, Strong Muscles & Strong Bones (Ages 50+). Wellstar will be presenting this workshop held at the McCleskey-East Cobb YMCA. Learn the advantages of strength training! Instructor will present proper techniques to perform strength exercises which can improve your balance as well as increase bone density. RSVP by calling 770-977-5991. The McCleskey-East Cobb YMCA is located at 1055 East Piedmont Road.

May 5
Georgia Symphony Orchestra Chamber Chorus Concert under the direction of Bryan Black. 8pm. $15/adults. $12/seniors. $10/students. Marietta First United Methodist Church, 56 Whitlock Avenue NW, Marietta. More info: 770-429-7016 orwww.georgiasymphony.org.

Kennesaw Mountain’s Heritage Crafts Day. Living historians, skilled crafters and artisans will be on hand to demonstrate age-old skills ranging from basketry to traditional cooking; many participants will have their wares available for sale. A children’s crafting area will allow little ones to make their own “treasures.” Local musicians and dancers will provide family-oriented entertainment. 11am-6pm. Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park, 900 Kennesaw Mountain Drive, Kennesaw. More info: 770-427-4686 or www.nps.gov/kemo.

The 7th Annual Taste of East Cobb, a premier outdoor food festival and community event for tasters of all ages! 11am-5pm. Rain or shine at The Avenue at East Cobb. “The Most Delicious Saturday of the Year”. Great food from great area restaurants. Live Music provided throughout the day. Also featuring a Silent Auction; “The Best of Taste of East Cobb” contest; Kids Zones with Giant Inflatables, Face Painting and other family fun; Beverage & Dessert booths; Arts & Crafts; and much more! Tastes are $1 to $5, cash only. More info www.tasteofeastcobb.com.

The Georgia Symphony Orchestra presents the GSO Chamber Chorus Concert featuring sacred and secular music from Spain, American traditions and rousing spirituals. 8pm. Marietta First United Methodist Church, 56 Whitlock Ave. Special guest appearance by the Georgia Spiritual Ensemble. Tickets available online Georgia Symphony.

Walk for Apraxia at East Cobb Park. On-site registration and check-in will begin at 9am at East Cobb Park, walk begins at 10am. Anyone interested in participating in the “2012 Greater Atlanta Area Walk for Children with Apraxia”should contact Goldschein, at savyrach@hotmail.com OR visit the website at: http://www.apraxia-kids.org/atlantawalk for more information, to register or to make a donation.

The First Annual Georgia Rugby Festival will be held from 10am-6pm at the Pope High School Stadium, 3001 Hembree Road.

The Drake Walk benefiting the Drake House which provides short-term crisis housing, assessment, support and empowerment to homeless mothers and their children. 1 mile, 5K and 10K walks through historic Roswell. $15/individual. $30/family. 9:30am-2:30pm, rain or shine. Check-in: 9:30-11:30am. Roswell United Methodist Church, 815 Mimosa Boulevard, Roswell. More info: 770-587-4712 or www.thedrakewalk.org.

7^th Annual Marietta Go Girl Festival celebrating girls presented by Georgia Metropolitan Dance Theatre. Games, face painting, raffles, live music, free dance lessons, performances by various local talent and more. 10am-5pm. Historic Marietta Square. More info: 770-426-0007 or www.mariettagogirl.com.

Free Comic Book Day 2012 hosted by Great Escape Comics and Games. All attendees will receive a free comic, no strings attached. There will be a variety of comics from many different publishers. A family-friendly event for everyone. 11am-8pm. Great Escape Comics and Games, 1050 East Piedmont Road, Marietta. More info: 678-438-4540 or www.freecomicbookday.com.

Heritage Crafts Day at Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park. Living historians, skilled crafters and artisans will be on hand to demonstrate age-old skills ranging from basketry to traditional cooking; many participants will have their wares available for sell. A children’s crafting area will allow little ones to make their own “treasures.” Local musicians and dancers will provide family-oriented entertainment.

May-retta Daze Arts & Crafts Festival, May 5-6. More than 100 local and area artists and craftspeople will display and sell their work, including painting, potter, woodwork, metal, jewelry, glass, fabric, floral designs, demonstrations and more. Saturday: 10am-6pm. Sunday: 11am-5pm. Free. Marietta Square. More info: 770-794-5601 or www.mariettaga.gov.

May 6
The “Chip in for Leah” golf tournament, hosted by the Temple Kol Emeth Brotherhood, will be held on Sunday, May 6, at 8am at City Club of Marietta, 510 Powder Springs St, Marietta, GA 30064.

Let My People Go: A Spiritual Journey Along the Underground Railroad presented by the Michael O’Neal Singers with Tri-Cities HighSchool Chorale, narrators, soloists, and jazz combo. 3pm. $20/adults. $15/students & ages 60+. Roswell United Methodist Church, 814 Mimosa Boulevard, Roswell. More info: 770-594-7974 or www.mosingers.com.

Every Sunday from 4-7pm through May 27 (weather permitting) for the all new Sunday Funday at East Cobb Park. Pack your picnic dinner and bring the family out to East Cobb Park to enjoy live music with Jay Memory & family fun! See you there!

First Sunday 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. More info: 770-528-1444 orwww.mariettacobbartmuseum.org.

May 7
Cobb Chamber First Monday Breakfast. Speaker: Donna Hyland, President & CEO, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. Program: Cobb Executive Women Glass Ceiling Award. 7:30am. General admission: $60. Member: $40. Cobb Galleria Centre, Two Galleria Parkway, Atlanta. More info: 770-980-2000 orwww.cobbchamber.org.

May 8
East Cobb Jewish Network presents its First Annual East Cobb-Merce. Business to Business Networking Event. 7-9pm. Temple Kol Emeth. 1415 Old Canton Road, Marietta. This is a speed networking event bring plenty of business cards. Entrance fee is $5. Refreshments included. All proceeds donated to local charity. For more information contact: ecjewishnetwork@gmail.com

UGA Cobb Cooperative Extension staff will offer a two-hour class called “From Your Garden to Your Table,” sharing how to prepare and plant a garden and how to preserve and store produce. This informative class will be offered 6:30-8:30 p.m., Tuesday, May 8, at its office, located at 678 South Cobb Drive, Marietta. Gardening tips will include: site selection, garden planning, soil testing and common dis0eases and insects. Canning tips will include: overview of canning equipment, food safety, pressure canning and freezing. Pre-registration is required and the fee is $10, payable at the door. Light refreshments will be served. To pre-register, call 770-528-407. Visit cobbextension.com for more information on Cobb Extension.

May 9
District Three Commissioner JoAnn Birrell will host a town hall meeting for her constituents 6 p.m. Mountain View Library, 3320 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta. Residents are invited to learn firsthand about progress being made around the district and the county. For more information, visit cobbcounty.org/birrell or call 770-528-3317.

Bonnie Raitt. 7:30pm. $45-$105. Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, 2800 Cobb Galleria Parkway, Atlanta. More info/tickets: 770-916-2800 or www.ticketmaster.com.

May 10
Business Entity 101: How to Choose the Right Entity for Your Company will be offered from 8 to 9:45 a.m. Should your business be an LLC, LLP, S Corp, C Corp or a partnership? Join Brian Annino of Annino Law Firm, LLC as he presents an overview of Georgia business entities and how to choose the right entity for your company. He will discuss the factors that should be considered when choosing the entity for your new business or converting from one entity to another. Register online at www.cobbchamber.org/businessuniversity. For more information or group rates, contact Tya Dawson at 770-859-2341 or tdawson@cobbchamber.org. All seminars will take place at the Cobb Chamber.

From 10am-noon, Franchising 101: What You Should Know Before Starting a Franchise will be offered. Are you interested in becoming a franchisee right now or in the future? Join Brian Annino of Annino Law Firm, LLC as he discusses research methods to help determine the health and stability of various franchisors prior to entering into any franchising agreements. He’ll also cover essential concepts of federal law pertaining to franchising and how these laws protect prospective franchisees.Register online at www.cobbchamber.org/businessuniversity. For more information or group rates, contact Tya Dawson at 770-859-2341 or tdawson@cobbchamber.org. All seminars will take place at the Cobb Chamber.

Hearts for Heroes III featuring country star Corey Crowder. An entertaining evening of memories, music, military and more, honoring our local military and “Wounded Warriors. Enjoy music and performances by Corey Crowder, the KSU Swing Dancers, The Atlanta Radio Theatre Company and Marietta’s Big Chicken Chorus. 7pm. $30/person for the Strand event. $125/person for the Strand event with VIP seating and transport to “After Party” at the home of former Governor Roy Barnes. Earl Smith Strand Theatre, 117 North Park Square, Marietta. More info: 770-293-0080 orwww.earlsmithstrand.org.

READing Paws. This one-on-one program is designed to promote confidence and to encourage independent reading skills. Recommended for grades 1-5. Registration required. 3:30-4:30pm. East Cobb Library, 4880 Lower Roswell Road, Suite 510-B, Marietta. More info: 770-509-2730 or www.readingpaws.org.

Brown Bag Concert Series. Grab your lunch at one of the many great restaurants around Marietta Square and meet your friends and coworkers at Glover Park every Thursday in May. 12-1pm. More info: 770-794-5601 or www.mariettaga.gov.

Do you know of an event happening around East Cobb? Email the details to events@eastcobber.com. Include “Event Listing” in the subject line. Make sure you don’t miss a moment of merriment and Like us on Facebook at Facebook.com/EASTCOBBER.

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Publisher’s Note: The Magic of Mothers

May 3, 2012 Leave a Comment

Mom & Me 1964

I was lucky to have one of my biggest role models living in the same house with me, my mother. As clichéd and corny as it may sound, its true. She was a working mom with five children striving to not only give us the material things: clothes, food, a safe place to live, private school.

She also gave us enough love that each night when my brother and sisters and I went to bed, we were secure in the knowledge that we were loved. With my father’s support, she managed to finish her college degree (which had been interrupted by the birth of 5 children.) One of my earliest memories of my mother is attending her graduation seeing her dressed in the classic cap and gown holding the diploma. That mental snapshot is burned into my memory because it represents the values she stood for and instilled in me: the importance of education, independence, and determination.

That’s why I am happy to sponsor the EAST COBBER Mother of the Year essay contest. By honoring a mother in our community, I hope to honor all of the millions and millions of mothers whose lives
are compelling examples of unwavering, unyielding, uninterrupted commitment to their children and families. This year’s EAST COBBER Mother of the Year, Kathleen Leard is that example of a mother’s unwavering commitment to her family. With an autistic son, Kathleen not only advocates, but has also legislated for improved access to special therapies for autistic children. She worked with state legislators to pass Ava’s Law. In 2009, Ava’s Law established a committee to examine the autism insurance reform issue and develop ways the state legislature can stop discrimination by insurance companies of Georgia’s children with autism.

Mom & Me 2011

This issue spotlights another May tradition: graduation. EAST COBBER features the STAR students (page 8), scholarship winners (page 10) and lists the local high school graduations (page 16.) By publishing stories about these annual rituals and celebrations, I hope they inspire you to share in the joy of these proud accomplishments and appreciate the good in our community. Like Mother’s Day, the EAST COBBER publishes stories every month as a way to publicly express a love and reverence for the people contributing to the quality of life in East Cobb. By spotlighting the people, places and events that are unique and special to East Cobb I hope this good news brightens your day and affirms the precious profoundness in our everyday East Cobb lives.

Happy Mother’s Day!

Cynthia M. Rozzo
Founder/Publisher
cynthia@eastcobber.com

Reprinted from the May 2012 issue of EAST COBBER. Founder and president of EAST COBBER, Cynthia Rozzo, created the free monthly publication, EAST COBBER, in 1993 to serve East Cobb County residents by providing a forum for them to share their ideas and a source for them to learn more about their community. Ms. Rozzo is also the proud producer of the annual EAST COBBER Community Parade and Festival. An East Cobb County resident since 1991, Rozzo lives in the Park Ridge subdivision with her husband, George Haralabidis, and three children, Lee,14, Nikos, 12, and Eleni, 10.

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Atlanta Lyric Theatre Launches JR. LYRIC 2012 Summer Musical Theatre Workshop

April 29, 2012 1 Comment

Atlanta Lyric Theatre has announced details for the 2012 JR. LYRIC Summer Musical Theatre Workshop. The workshop will take place July 9-20, 2012 and allow area youth the opportunity to audition, rehearse and perform in Disney’s Alice in Wonderland Jr. while gaining professional theatre skills. Camp sessions will be held Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at The Murray Arts Center Campus (2250 Stilesboro Rd, Kennesaw, GA 30152). The camp is open to students ages 10-13 and is limited to 45 participants.

Students will learn from highly skilled, working professionals who make their living as performance artists both locally and regionally. Curriculum will include a professional audition workshop, teaching portions of choreography and music from the selected show, an actual audition and casting. By the completion of the camp, students will have a professional headshot, short monologue and song prepared for future auditions.

“Students participating in Atlanta Lyric Theatre’s JR. LYRIC program will be exposed to the entire process that goes into creating a successful show, from the audition stage through performance,” said Brandt Blocker, Artistic Director. “We want these kids to have a fun, authentic experience and leave them with basic theatrical skills they can use both on-stage and off.”

The final Friday of camp will feature an evening performance of Disney’s Alice in Wonderland Jr. The show focuses on Alice’s madcap adventures in Wonderland as she chases the White Rabbit, races the Dodo Bird, gets tied up with the Tweedles, raps with a bubble-blowing Caterpillar and beats the Queen of Hearts at her own game. Roles include three Cheshire Cats and dozens of wonderfully wacky characters.

Disney’s Alice in Wonderland Jr. is a fast-paced stage adaptation of the Disney cartoon featuring updated dialogue and new arrangements of such classic Disney songs as “I’m Late,” “The Un-birthday Song” and “Zip-A-Dee-Doo-Dah.”

Additional information is available online at atlantalyrictheatre.com/jr-lyric/. For further details and to sign-up, contact Atlanta Lyric Theatre at 404-377-9948 or jrlyric@atlantalyrictheatre.com.

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Make way for May! Community Events April 27-May 3rd.

April 26, 2012 Leave a Comment

May flowers aren’t the only thing in bloom this week. Celebrate Spring at a host of activities and events happening around East Cobb and the metro area this week. For even more ideas and activities, check out our online event calendar HERE.

April 27
Good Mews Spring Flea Market. April 27-29Find great bargains on a variety of items. Fridays and Saturdays: 9am-5pm. Sundays: Noon-5pm. All proceeds benefit Good Mews Animal Foundation, a local non-profit organization which operates a volunteer-based no-kill shelter for homeless, abused, and abandoned cats. Donations for the flea market accepted at the storefront every Saturday (10am-2pm) and Sunday (12-3pm) until May 5, and by appointment during the week. Email kmcnamara@goodmews.org to schedule a donation. East Lake Shopping Center (near Aldi’s), 2145 Roswell Road, Suite 40, Marietta. More info: 770-499-2287 or www.goodmews.org.

Glover Park Concert Series kicks off the season with the band, Prime. Bring a blanket and enjoy a free concert the last Friday of every month. 8pm. Marietta Square. More info: 770-794-5601 orwww.mariettaga.gov.

Antique Gun & Military Collectibles Show & Sales, April 27-28. Friday: 12-5pm. Saturday: 9am-5pm. $6. $1/ages 6-12. Cobb Civic Center, 548 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta. More info: Richard Shields, 704-282-1339 or Richard@thecarolinatrader.com.

Once on This Island, Jr. presented by Wood Acres Junior Theater Festival award-winning Drama Club. 7pm. $10. Jennie T. Anderson Theater, 548 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta. More info/tickets: www.showtix4u.com.

Student Dance Concert, an evening of innovative senior choreography projects performed by the Kennesaw State University Dance Company. This concert will celebrate the artistic and choreographic excellence achieved by the graduating class of the Program in Dance. 8pm. $20 general admission. $12/students. $15/military & seniors. Stillwell Theatre, Kennesaw State University, 1000 Chastain Road, Kennesaw. More info: 770-423-6650.

Annual Spring Fling benefiting the Primrose Children’s Foundation and Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. This evening festival will have plenty of food and fun activities for the kids. 6-8pm. Primrose School of Sprayberry, 2531 East Piedmont Road. Ticket Prices: Family of 3 is $25 ($5 for each additional person) OR $10 per person. For more information call 770-578-4832.

April 28
Sweet Ps Arts Festival, April 28-29, celebrates the work of a wide array of artists and craftsmen while supporting area families in need. Juried fine arts, crafts, live music, children’s activities, food court, raffles and silent auction. Saturday: 10am-5pm. Sunday: 12-5pm. Episcopal Church of St. Peter and St. Paul, 1795 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta. More info: 770-977-7473 orsweetpfestival.com.

The 27th annual Sope Creek Fun Run & 5K. It is a family friendly event that offers something for everyone. The Fun Run is the major fundraising effort sponsored by the Sope Creek Elementary School Foundation, Inc. a 501(C)(3) non-profit organization organized in 1997 by parents of Sope Creek Elementary students. Money raised goes to projects that give our children the very best resources available.

Humphrey Bogart Film Festival. Film shown from 2-4pm. East Cobb Library, 4880 Lower Roswell Road.

Marietta Square Farmers Market featuring products that are grown and produced in Georgia, including produce, plants, honey, breads, and cheese. 10am-1pm. Glover Park-Marietta Square. More info: 770-499-9393 orwww.mariettasquarefarmersmarket.net.

Free Arts and Crafts at Lakeshore Learning Store. 11am-3pm. Ages 3 and up. Make Fun Bunny Basket, Cowboy Boot Bag, Little Gardner Apron, or Fancy Feathered Bird! Lakeshore Learning Store, 4287 Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: 770-578-3100 orwww.lakeshorelearning.com.

2012 Spring Bird Walks. Kennesaw Mountain is noted as one of the South’s most visited flyways and many rare and beautiful birds have been observed in the park. The walks will be guided by either Giff Beaton, author of Birding Georgia, A Guide to Finding Birds in Georgia, or Chuck Saleeby. Each walk begins at the Battlefield’s visitor center parking lot at 7:30am, rain or shine. The walk is approximately 2.5 miles and takes about 3 hours. Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park, 900 Kennesaw Mountain Drive, Kennesaw. More info: 770-427-4686, ext. 0.

Bard in the Yard: The Tempest presented by the North Fulton Drama Club.The Tempest is set on a remote island, where Prospero, the exiled Duke of Milan, plots to restore his daughter Miranda to her rightful place, using illusion and skillful manipulation. Come early for a picnic on the lawn before the performance begins.Admission is free – donations are welcome. Barrington Hall, 535 Barrington Drive, Roswell. More info: 770-640-3855 or www.barringtonhall-roswell.com.

3^rd Annual Rummage Sale sponsored by Voice Today, a non-profit organization with a mission to break the silence and cycle of child sexual abuse worldwide through awareness, prevention and healing programs. Donations welcome and tax deductible. 8am-3pm. 3855 Shallowford Road, Marietta. More info: 678-578-4888 or www.voicetoday.org.

Garden Faire at Bulloch Hall presented by the North Fulton Master Gardeners. Incredible “pass-along plants” and a super variety of yard art and plants of all kinds, bake sale, fleatique, speakers – rain or shine. Free. 9am-3pm. Bulloch Hall, 180 Bulloch Avenue, Roswell. More info: 770-992-1731 orwww.bullochhall.org.

Green Thumb Gardening Series: Annuals and Container Gardening presented by Marietta Council of GardenClubs. Registration: 8:30am. Presentations: 9-11am. Lunch and private tour of local garden or nursery included. $30. Limited space. Pre-registration required. Marietta Educational Gardening Center, 505 Kennesaw Avenue, Marietta. More info: 770-426-0536 or newtonms1968@gmail.com.

Backyard Campout. Brush up on those camping skills and get ready for the end of school with a camping trip to the CNC! Sleep out under the stars, enjoy night hikes, play games on the meadow, visit with nocturnal animals, roast marshmallows around the campfire and more. $45/general public. $35/members. Advance registration required. Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell. More info: 770-992-2055, ext. 237, or www.chattnaturecenter.org.

April 29
Taste of Marietta. Enjoy samplings of local restaurants, live entertainment and kids’ activities. 11am-7pm. Free admission. Historic Marietta Square. More info: www.2012.tasteofmarietta.com.

Sunday Funday at East Cobb Park. Every Sunday from 4pm-7pm through May 27 (weather permitting) for the all new Sunday Funday. Pack your picnic dinner and bring the family out to East Cobb Park to enjoy live music with Jay Memory & family fun! See you there!

April 30
20^th Annual Rhubarb Jones Celebrity Golf Classic benefiting The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society in funding blood cancer research and providing support for blood cancer patients and their families. Jeff Foxworthy is this year’s honorary chairman, providing entertainment along with other performers at the 19^thHole Jam Session following the tournament. 9:30am: Registration. 11:30am: Shotgun start. $345/player. Sponsorships available. County Club of the South, 4100 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek. More info: Alana Kootsikas, 404-720-7829; Kathie Neyman, 770-633-0598; or rhubarbjones.com.

Coggin Dental Group will have free oral cancer screenings from 9am-4pm at 2024 Powers Ferry Road, Suite 190. April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month. Approximately 37,000 people will be diagnosed in 2012. For more information, call 770-953-6666.

May 3
Grease, through May 6. The No. 1 greatest musical that continues to rock ‘n roll around the world presented by Atlanta Lyric Theatre. Dust off your leather jackets, pull on your bobby-socks and take a trip to a simpler time. Thursday-Saturday: 8pm. Sunday: 2pm (except Sunday, May 5: 2pm & 8pm). $25-$45. Earl Smith Strand Theatre, 117 North Park Square, Marietta. More info: 770-293-0080, www.earlsmithstrand.org, or atlantalyrictheatre.com.

Will’s World at Johnson Ferry Baptist Church. Georgia Shakespeare and the Johnson Ferry Baptist Church Homeschool Group present ”Will’s World” on Thursday May 3, 2012 at 10 am at Johnson Ferry Baptist Church, 955 Johnson Ferry Road.