Savor the season with more Fall fun all week long! For even more to do, check out our online calendar of events HERE, and our 2016 Halloween Happenings HERE.
OCTOBER 21-22
Eastminster Presbyterian Fall Festival. Silent auction, crafters, live music, BBQ, book sale, bake sale, cake walk, petting zoo, crafts, games, jumpies, ponies, face-painting and more. Friday noon-8pm (BBQ only); Saturday 10am-4pm. Eastminster Presbyterian Church, 3125 Sewell Mill Road, Marietta/East Cobb. More info: www.epres.org.
OCTOBER 22
Aliens vs. Cheerleaders presented by Pope High School Drama. Written by Qui Nguyen, directed by Day Strickland. After aliens abduct and scan two unsuspecting teenagers’ brains to find their leader, they are led to Principal Forsman of Saint Valley High School. Little do the power-hungry aliens suspect that the school’s cheerleading squad is full of brains, brawn, and butt-kicking skills. But when the cheerleaders are overpowered, it’s up to hipster outsider Molly and her nerdy sidekick Lewis to step in and save the planet. Performances October 20: 7pm; October 22: 3pm and 7pm. More info: www.popetheater.org.
OCTOBER 21–NOVEMBER 6
A Chorus Line presented by Atlanta Lyric Theater. A musical for everyone who’s ever had a dream and put
it all on the line. Winner of nine Tony Awards, including “Best Musical” and the Pulitzer Prize for drama, this singular sensation is the longest-running American Broadway musicals ever. A Chorus Line contains mature content and may not be suitable for children under 12. Tickets: $33-$58. Jennie T. Anderson Theatre, Cobb Civic Center, 548 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta. More info/tickets: www.AtlantaLyricTheatre.com or 404-377-9948.
OCTOBER 22
A Celebration of Russian Music, Song and Dance presented by Atlanta Balalaika Society at their 35th Anniversary Concert. Come experience a diverse and unique music experience! 7:30pm. Admission: $20/adult, $18/seniors and students, $7/child 12 and under. Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forest Street, Roswell. More info: 404-325-2449.
Georgia Symphony Orchestra (GSO) presents A Musical Promenade. Process, promenade, and dance your way through a delightful sound and sight program of energetic music and art! Come early to see exciting and thought-provoking visual artists. Then enjoy a musical exhibition on stage featuring a variety of GSO talent. 8pm. Tickets: $10-$30. Marietta Performing Arts Center, 1171 Whitlock Avenue, Marietta. More info/tickets: georgiasymphony.org
Renewing Hope Conference. A conference for middle/high school aged girls addressing eating disorders, self-harm, depression, and more. Merging back into life after inpatient care, internet safety, making healthy friend choices, making peace with food, and as well as many other topics. All seminars will be led by licensed Christian therapists from our local area that specialize in these topics. 8:30am-5pm. Fellowship Bible Church, 480 West Crossville Road, Roswell. More info: Tara Houston, renewinghope1@gmail.com.
OCTOBER 23
Annual Boxerstock Music Festival. Features live music from both national and local acts representing a variety of musical genres and styles. Family and dog-friendly event. Benefits Atlanta Boxer Rescue. 12-6pm. Jim R. Miller Park, 2245 Callaway Rd SW, Marietta. $10/adults; $5/child. More info: boxerstock.org.
Georgia Youth Symphony Orchestra (GYSO) Season Opening Concert. The first GYSO concert of the season sets the stage for a terrific year of great music. Combined, the matinee and evening performances feature over 400 musically gifted students as they begin their personal and collective journeys in the development of their musical skills and talent. 3pm and 7:30pm. Tickets: $8. Bailey Performance Center, Kennesaw State University, 1000 Chastain Road, Kennesaw. More info/tickets: georgiasymphony.org.
OCTOBER 24
2nd Annual Fore the Cure. A charity golf tournament benefitting It’s The Journey, where all the money raised in Georgia stays in Georgia. Rain or shine. Registration: 8am. Shotgun start: 9am. $125/person, includes lunch, cart and 18 holes. Indian Hills Country Club, 4001 Clubland Drive, Marietta. More info: Kathy Bovey Bartelme, 404-274-3162 or www.itsthejourney.org/event/fore-the-cure-golf-tournament-2.
OCTOBER 25
6th Annual October Haunt After Hours at Six Flags Over Georgia presented by the Cobb Chamber and South Cobb Business Association. Attendees will have the opportunity to ride Superman Ultimate Flight, Sky Screamer, The Ninja and The Great American Scream Machine. Bumper cars and select arcade games will be open as well. 4:30-8pm. Admission: $15 online (ends October 23); $30 at the gate. Six Flags, 275 Riverside Parkway, Austell. More info: cobbafterhours.com.
Give Our Schools a Hand: Teachers of the Year Celebration Breakfast. Join the Cobb Chamber of Commerce in celebrating Marietta City, Cobb County and Post Secondary Education Teachers of the Year. 11am-noon. Roswell Street Baptist Church, 774 Roswell Street, Marietta. More info: Amy Goggins at agoggins@cobbchamber.org.
OCTOBER 27
Signature Chefs Auction presented by March of Dimes. Signature Chefs Auction will host the area’s finest chefs, caterers and/or local celebrity chefs as they present their signature dishes to guests. Guests will also be able to bid on several exciting silent auction items including fine dining, hotel and resort stays, spa vacations and more. 6:30pm. Marietta Country Club, 1400 Marietta Country Club Drive, Marietta. Tickets: $150/each. More info: Rebecca Mayo, 404-720-5308 or mayo@marchofdimes.org.
What kind of fun fall activities will you being doing this week? Let us know in the comments!
