The school year may be coming upon us but summer heat is still in full swing. Beat the heat and bring in the fun with these events!
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: cobbemc.com/content/request-wood-chips.
EVERY MONDAY
Garden Tour at Barrington Hall. Discover how the gardens have been restored, receive gardening tips, and learn about heirloom and native plants. Free tour of the historic gardens at Barrington Hall. Begins at the main house back porch. No reservations are necessary. 9:30am. Free. Barrington Hall, 535 Barrington Drive, Roswel. More info: roswellgov.com.
EVERY THURSDAY
Christian Movie Night. Enjoy a different movie every week with popcorn, candy and soda. 7pm. Admission free. Johnson Ferry Baptist Church Room 272/274, 955 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta/East Cobb. More info: Debbie.dellano@jfbc.org.
EVERY THURSDAY, FRIDAY & SATURDAY
Historic Marietta Trolley Tour. All aboard for a one-hour, fully narrated exploration of the historic city of Marietta. Experience Marietta’s rich heritage, from the vibrant Downtown Square, past grand Antebellum homes, to the battle fields at Kennesaw Mountain. Thursday and Friday: 1pm; Saturday: 10am. $20/adults; $12/children; $18/Seniors & Students. The Historic Marietta Trolley Company, 131 Church Street, Marietta. More info: www.mariettatrolley.com.
JULY 27
Glover Park Concert Series featuring Grains of Sand. Enjoy music under the stars with a Carolina beach feel. Bring a picnic and blankets or set up lawn chairs after 4pm. No tarps or tents. Personal tables can be set up in the street on North Park Square after 5:30 (but not in Glover Park). Concert at 8pm. Free. Glover Park, 50 Park Square, Marietta. More info: 770-794-5601 or www.marietta.com.
JULY 27 & 28
Southeast Homeschool Expo. The expo is devoted entirely to the display, sale and discussion of educational materials with entire exhibit hall displays of materials by the best Christian, secular and specialty publishers. Sessions on getting started, “how to” on different subjects, preparing for college and more. Friday: 10am-9pm; Saturday: 10am-5pm. $10/online; $20/ at the door; Children under 18: Free. Cobb Galleria Centre, 2 Galleria Parkway, Atlanta. More info: www.southeasthomeschoolexpo.com.
JULY 28
Marietta Square Artists Market features artwork created by juried artists showcasing the best of local work. 9am-2pm. Mill Street near Marietta Square. More info: www.artistsmarketmarietta.com.
JULY 28-29
42nd Collectible Glass Show and Sale sponsored by The Peach State Depression Glass Club. Beautiful American made glass from the 1800’s through the depression era and into the mid-century will be featured for sale. Saturday: 10am-5pm; Sunday: 10am-4pm. $8/Adults, free for children under 16. Hudgens Hall, Cobb County Civic Center, 548 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta. More info: psdgc.com or showchair@psdgc.com.
JULY 29
For Pets’ Sake. A fundraiser for Mutt Madd-ness, a unique opportunity for animal lovers to meet rescue representatives and local crafters while raising funds and awareness for causes that support our furry friends. Attendees will enjoy a comfortable indoor ballroom setting with ample parking and an on-site restaurant. 12-4pm. FREE. Old Towne Athletic Club, 4950 Olde Towne Parkway, Marietta/East Cobb. More info: 404-406-6322.
JULY 30
Georgia Historic Newspapers. One of the databases that comes free with your library card is Georgia Historic Newspapers, now with an all-new easy-to-use interface, from colonial times right up to “only yesterday”. Vintage advertisements, dispatches from military campaigns, editorial views on then-current controversies, maybe even mentions of your ancestors — all can be found right on your screen. Join branch manager Bruce Thompson to see Georgia history’s first draft in the pages of her historic newspapers. 3-4pm. Free. Sewell Mill Library & Cultural Center, 2051 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta/East Cobb. More info: www.cobbcat.org/events/georgia-historic-newspapers.
JULY 30-31
Pope High School Mini-Cheer Camp. Participants will learn dance routines, cheers and chants, jump techniques, and stunt skills. There will be snacks and a craft and everyone goes home with a special photograph. The parent exhibition for this camp will be held on the football field during half-time at the Pope Varsity Football Scrimmage game on Friday, August 10th. 9am-noon. The cost is $75 if you pre-register or $80 at the door. Pope High School, 3001 Hembree Rd, Marietta/East Cobb. More info: popecheer.wix.com/pope.
JULY 31
Walton Principal Judy McNeill’s Retirement Reception. After 30 years of service to Cobb County, Principal McNeill will retire. The community is invited to attend to celebrate Mrs. McNeill’s tenure at Walton High School. 4-6pm. The Rotunda, Walton High School, 1590 Bill Murdock Rd, Marietta/East Cobb. More info: 770-578-3225.
AUGUST 2
Open House at the College of Continuing & Professional Education (CCPE) at KSU. Info sessions on Healthcare, Management, Technology, Hospitality, Languages, Paralegal, HR, Finance, Real Estate classes and more. 10% discount on enrollment in most classes. Free. 6-8:30pm. College of Continuing & Professional Education, KSU Center, 3333 Busbee Drive #3301, Kennesaw 30144. More info/register: 470-578-6765 or ccpe.kennesaw.edu.
AUGUST 2-4
RUMC Garage Sale. This sale will have thousands of items for sale. Credit cards (add $2 fee) and cash are accepted. There will be no strollers are allowed. Proceeds will benefit RUMC’s Job Networking Ministry. Thursday 9am-7pm, Friday 8am-6pm, Saturday 8am-2pm. Roswell United Methodist Church, 814 Mimosa Drive, Roswell. More info: rumc.com/garagesale.
