East Cobbers are back to school and work after an enjoyable winter break. If you’re looking for some after-school activities or weekend events – here is the perfect spot to see what all is going on!

Free Mulch. Cobb EMC offers free mulch from the clearance maintenance of Cobb EMC power lines. It is available throughout the year and can be delivered when crews are in your area. More info: 678-355-3413.

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: $10 Adult, $6/Child (3-12), $7/Senior 65+, $7/ Student (Ages 13 -18), Children 2 & under are free. Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell. More info: 770-992-2055 or www.chattnaturecenter.org.

EVERY FRIDAY
The Gritters Knitters. Do you knit, crochet, or work with yarn in anyway? If you would like to get together to craft, get inspired, and make new friends, then this group is for you. All skill levels are welcome the only requirement is your enthusiasm! Just bring your yarn and yourself. Fridays: 11am-1pm. Gritters Library, 880 Shaw Park Road, Marietta. More info: 770-528-2524.

EVERY SATURDAY
Marietta Square Farmers Market features products that are grown and produced in Georgia, including produce, plants, honey, breads, cheese and other items. Saturday 9am-12pm. Rain or shine. Now open all year. Glover Park-Marietta Square. More info: 770-499-9393 or mariettasquarefarmersmarket.net.

THROUGH JANUARY 7
Open Air Ice Skating. Enjoy a winter wonderland while ice skating with family and friends! Open daily, Monday-Thursday: 10am-10pm, Friday-Saturday: 10am-11pm, Sunday: 12pm-8pm. $12. Historic Downtown Marietta.

JANUARY 6
Improve Wellness with Mindfulness Meditation. The library is partnering with local certified instructor, Lisa Wellstead, who will lead participants in the “Foundations of Mindfulness Training.” This class has been proven to help reduce anxiety and stress, and increase awareness and a general sense of well-being. Ages 18 and up. Free. 11:30am-12:30pm. East Cobb Library, 4880 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta/East Cobb. Registration required: 770-509-2730.

#TeenSpace Saturdays: Light Painting. Workshop for teens will electrify your ability to paint with light! In light painting, you take a picture of a moving light source using a slow exposure for super cool results. Ages middle to high school. Free. 2-4pm. Mountain View Regional Library, 3320 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta/East Cobb. Registration Required: www.cobbcat.org/event/teenspace-saturdays-light-painting.

JANUARY 7
The Georgia Bridal Show. Meet face to face with wedding professionals and find everything you need to create the wedding of your dreams. 12-5pm. $12 in advance online or $15 at door. Save $5 per ticket with the promo code. Cobb Galleria Centre, 2 Galleria Parkway, Atlanta. More info/tickets: www.herecomestheguide.com/georgia/wedding-fairs/georgia-bridal-show-3.

STARLAB. On January 31, there will be a Full Moon, Supermoon and Blue Moon. Come to the presentation to learn all about these special moon occurrences. 1pm-2pm. Members: Free. Admission: Adults $10; Child (3-12) $6; Senior 65+/Student (Ages 13 -18) $7; Children 2 & under are free. Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell. More info: 770-992-2055 or www.chattnaturecenter.org.

JANUARY 8
Cobb Chamber First Monday Breakfast. Join fellow business professionals as Cobb County Commission Chairman Mike Boyce gives the annual State of the County address. 7:30-9am. General admission: $60; Chamber members: $30. Cobb Galleria Centre, Two Galleria Parkway, Atlanta. More info: 770-980-2000 or www.cobbchamber.org.

JANUARY 9
Gritters Afternoon Book Club. Meets for an active book discussion. January’s selection is A Gentleman in Moscow by Amor Towles. Free. 2-3pm. Gritters Library, 880 Shaw Park Road, Marietta/East Cobb. More info: 770-528-2524.

Launch Party for Martha Boone. Martha Boone, Atlanta Doctor and author celebrates her new book, The Big Free. The Big Free is her first published work of fiction and combines medical humor with historical fiction in an urban hospital. Martha will sign books purchased at the store. Free. 7-8:30pm. Bookmiser, 4651 Sandy Plains Road, Roswell. Registration Required: 770-993-1555.

JANUARY 11
Cobb Young Professionals (CYP) Kick-Off Social. Kick off the year at the Georgian Club with hor d’oeuvres, drinks and networking with 100+ Cobb Young Professionals. If you have never been to a CYP event before or have a friend or co-worker you’ve been wanting to bring, this is the perfect event to see what it’s all about. Members online: Free. Members At-Door: $10; Non-members: $20. 6-8pm. The Georgian Club, 100 Galleria Parkway, 17th Floor, Atlanta. More info: www.cobbchamber.org.

KSU Continuing Professional Education Open House. Discover how Kennesaw State University (KSU) Continuing Education classes can help you reach your personal and professional goals. Get a sneak peek at numerous courses and certificate programs offered annually. 6-8:30pm. Free. KSU Center, 3333 Busbee Drive NW, Kennesaw. More info: Registration required and can be completed at ccpe.kennesaw.edu/studentresources/open-house or 470-578-6765.

The Joy of Parenthood. Expecting parents learn about newborn behaviors and care including holding techniques, diapering, feeding, dressing and bathing. 6-9pm. $30. WellStar East Cobb Health Park, 3747 Roswell Road NE, Marietta/East Cobb. More info/to register: 770-956-STAR (7827) or wellstar.org.

JANUARY 11-13
The Military Family Support Center On-site Sale. The sale is available to retired veterans and active duty personnel and their families who have been granted commissary privileges. This sale features grocery goods sold at cost plus a 5 percent surcharge, and features a stock assortment of about 1,000 items including fresh meat, fresh produce, chilled and frozen items. Thurs-Fri: 9am-5pm; Sat: 9am-12pm. In order to shop at the sale, visitors must present their Department of Defense ID card. Military Family Support Center, 1901 Terrell Mill Road, Marietta (intersection of US Highway 41 and Terrell Mill Road). More info: 478-926-3714.