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 DECEMBER 9
Christmas Tree Lot. Featuring North Carolina fresh fraser firs. All proceeds benefit Lassiter Band Booster Association. Mon-Thurs: 4-8pm; Fri-Sat: 12-9pm; Sun: 12-8pm. Corner of the Highlands Plaza Publix shopping center on the corner of Sandy Plains and Shallowford Road, Marietta. More info: Andrew Halloran at 770-490-9182.
THROUGH DECEMBER 14
Artist Attic Holiday Show & Sale. Unique handmade items by students, instructors and staff from The Art Place. Monday – Thursday, 10am-5pm. The Art Place – Mountain View, 3330 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta/East Cobb. More info: 770-509-2700.
THROUGH DECEMBER 17
Good Mews Décor Market. Get started on your holiday shopping at the Good Mews annual Holiday Décor Market. Choose from festive fall décor, collectibles, ornaments and tree trimmings, knick-knacks and so much more! Proceeds go to Good Mews Animal Foundation, a cage free no-kill shelter for cats. Saturday: 10am-6pm; Sunday: 12-6pm. Free admission. Sandy Plains Shopping Center, 1860 Sandy Plains Road, Suite 202, Marietta/East Cobb. More info: goodmews.org.
DECEMBER 2
Back to Nature Holiday Market and Festival. Meet over forty fine arts artisans. The market contains local vendors selling their handmade, eco-friendly goods for your holiday gift giving. 10am-5pm. Free. Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell. More info: 770-992-2055 or chattnaturecenter.org.
DECEMBER 3 St. Nicholas Charity Soccer Event hosted by the Northwest YMCA and the Cobb Adult Soccer League. 7 aside playing format – junior fields – junior goals, 3 games, 25-minute halves. Candy canes, hot chocolate and water for everyone. Prizes for Ugliest Christmas Sweater, Best Christmas Hat and Best Team Costume. All donations go to MUST Ministries to fill their Toy Box for Cobb families in need. Entry fee: Toy (new & unwrapped), valued at $25 or greater – please include batteries if required. 8am-6pm. Tramore Soccer Park, 2150 E West Connector, Austell. More info: Karon Beyer at st.nickcharity@gmail.com or call 404-317-9245.
DECEMBER 4
Cobb Chamber of Commerce’s First Monday Breakfast. A special presentation by Sam Olens, President of Kennesaw State University and former Attorney General of Georgia about a few issues near and dear to his heart. At the breakfast, attendees will also learn how the Cobb Community Foundation is making an impact. Also, the 2017 Sam Olens Business Community Service Awards and Health Hero Award will be presented. 7:30–9am. Cost of the breakfast: $30/ members; $60/general admission. Cobb Galleria, Two Galleria Parkway, Atlanta. More info/ RSVP: 770-980-2000 or cobbchamber.org.
DECEMBER 5
Little Listeners. Through music, finger-plays, and the reading of one or two stories, preschoolers are introduced to pre-literacy skills and socialization at the library. This structured program lasts 30 minutes and is for children ages of 3-5 years of age and their parent or caregiver. 11am. Mountain View Library, 3320 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta. More info: 770-509-2725.
Celebrate the Holidays Business Mixer. Sponsored by Marietta Business Association, East Cobb Business Association, and Northeast Cobb Business Association. 5-8pm. WellStar East Cobb Health Park, 3747 Roswell Road, Marietta/East Cobb. More info: www.EastCobbBA.com.
DECEMBER 5
Cobb Executive Women Cabaret Holiday Social. Socialize and celebrate the year with Cobb Executive Women (CEW) at The Atlanta Lyric Theatre. Performances will take place throughout the evening as attendees enjoy wine, hors d’oeuvres and good company at the final event of the year. 5:30-7:30pm. $20/CEW members; $30/guests. Atlanta Lyric Theatre, 548 South Marietta Parkway SE, Marietta. More info: Maddie Nachtmann at mnachtmann@cobbchamber.org or cobbchamber.org.
DECEMBER 5, 7, 12 & 14
High Tea, a delightful way to spend an afternoon in the 1839 childhood home of Mittie Bulloch. Visit includes a delicious 2-course tea served by ladies in period clothing and a tour of the house decorated for Christmas. 4pm. $50/person. Reservations required. Bulloch Hall, 180 Bulloch Avenue, Roswell. More info: 770-992-1731, ext. 2 or bullochhall.org.
DECEMBER 7
Artsy Smartsy: School Age Art Club. Fun for ages 5-10. Children are invited to use their imagination as they learn about art and explore paintings, sculpture, and architecture. Each class includes a story, analysis of works of art, and a hands-on art-making experience with a project to take home. 3:30-4:30pm. Gritters Library, 880 Shaw Park Road, Marietta. More info: 770-528-2524 or cobbcat.org.
