From Halloween to the Holiday Season, it’s another eventful week all around East Cobb!
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.
EVERY SATURDAY AND SUNDAY
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 and Sunday 12-3pm. Rain or shine. Now open all year (Sundays from May-October). Glover Park-Marietta Square. More info: 770-499-9393 or mariettasquarefarmersmarket.net.
OCTOBER 27
Strandemonium, Jr. A spooky, goofy show that’s fun for all ages. Strandemonium, Jr. is an auditioned production for performers aged 5th through 9th grade that is part of The Strand’s new education program. All audience members are encouraged to wear their Halloween costumes and participate in a costume contest to win a concessions package to enjoy during the performance. This is a great opportunity to support arts education AND a perfect excuse to dress up long before trick-or-treating. 7-8:30pm. Admission is $10. The Strand Theatre, 117 North Park Square, Marietta. More info: earlsmithstrand.org.
OCTOBER 27-28
Acworth Ghost Tours. Acworth’s history and ghost stories are shared by a tour guide. Size of tour groups limited, purchase tickets in advance. 8pm. $15. Walking tour is 1.2 miles meet in front of Acworth City Hall, 4415 Senator Russell Avenue, Acworth. Tickets: www.AcworthGhostTours.com. More Info: 770-653-0756 or JimMagus@gmail.com.
Scary-etta. Step aboard the trolley for a spirited 90-minute fully narrated ride through Marietta. The ghost tours are all 90 minutes of thrills and chills based on history and documented accounts of ghostly encounters. There is a walk of about 2 blocks. Tours start at 8pm. $17 (plus tax)/Adults. $12 (plus tax)/Children (12 and under). $15 (plus tax)/seniors. Limited space. Advance reservations required. 131 Church Street, Marietta. More info: ghostofmarrietta.com.
Halloween Hikes. Get ready to take a walk on the wild side and meet some wonderful costumed woodland creatures at night! Experience the mystery of a short half-mile guided night hike through the lighted woodland trails where you’ll meet friendly costumed forest creatures who will delight you with their dramatic antics. Create crafts in the gym such as bat puppets, mysterious masks, and more. Tickets: $10 (save $1 off the first weekend), children two and under are free. Hikes start at 7pm and end at 10pm. The trails are not suitable for strollers and children must be accompanied by adults at all times. Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell. More info: 770-992-2055 ext. 236 or www.chattnaturecenter.org.
Owl O’ Ween. This spooktacular hot air balloon festival is a 2-day family friendly event, featuring amazing balloon glows, trick-or-treating, tethered balloon rides, harvest beer tents, vendor marketplace, sports bar, artist market, amazing food trucks, roving entertainment, kid’s area, a concert stage, and more! Advance pricing: Adults: $14, Kids (3-12): $6, Under 3: free. Kennesaw State Sports & Recreation Park, 3200 George Busbee Parkway NW, Kennesaw. More info: owl-o-ween.com.
OCTOBER 27-29
Cobb Library Book Sale includes books for all ages in both hardcover and paperback DVDs Books on CD and audiocassette and magazines. Prices range from 10 cents to $4. Proceeds will enable the library staff to purchase new materials, including books and DVDs. Friday & Saturday: 9am-5pm. Sunday: 1pm-5pm. Cobb Civic Center, 548 South Marietta Parkway SE, Marietta. More info: 770-528-2320 or cobbcat.org.
OCTOBER 27-31
Fright Fest. It’s a spooky time of year as zombies and ghouls take over the Six Flags Over Georgia amusement park. Enjoy thrills and activities for the whole family throughout the day and come back for a truly frightening evening of fun after the sun goes down. Fright Fest offers a wide variety of places to get your scare on including seven haunted mazes and five scare zones located throughout the park. Six Flags Over Georgia, 275 Riverside Parkway, Austell. For times and prices, visit www.sixflags.com/ overgeorgia/special-events/fright-fest-night.
Roswell Ghost Tours. Owned and operated by East Cobbers, the Roswell Ghost Tour is a community staple. Unlike some tours and haunted houses, these Ghost Tours tell stories of real hauntings without costumes to enhance imagination. Tours are available nightly in October. Demand is high. Private group tours offered as well. $15/adults, $10/children 12 and under. Walking tour is 2 ½ hours. 610 Atlanta Street, Roswell. More info: roswellghosttour.com. 770-649-9922.
Pumpkin Patch – East Cobb UMC. Pumpkins of all sizes for sale. All proceeds from the patch support Boy Scout Troop 435. East Cobb UMC, 2325 Roswell Road, Marietta/East Cobb. More info: www.troop435.org. PUMPKIN PATCH – MT. ZION UMC October 2-31 Buy a pumpkin, plus stickers, candy and a great photo spot. Patch opens October 2. Special event family movie night: October 21. 7:30 Charlie Brown and the Great Pumpkin. 8:15 Hocus Pocus. Bring chairs or blanket, popcorn and lemonade provided. Mt. Zion UMC, 1770 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta. More info: 770-971-1465 or mtzionumc.org.
Pumpkin Patch – St. Andrew United Methodist Church. St. Andrew United Methodist Church hosts their pumpkin patch for the 31st year. Pumpkins, gourds, Indian corn and more for purchase. MondaySaturday: 9:30am-8pm. Sundays: noon-8pm. Closes at 6pm on Oct 31. All proceeds from the patch support the Youth Ministry and Missions of St. Andrew United Methodist Church. St. Andrew UMC, 3455 Canton Highway, Marietta. More info: 770-926-3488 or thepumpkinchurch.org.
OCTOBER 28
15th Annual Veterans Celebration Luncheon presented by Cobb County Republican Women’s Club. Keynote speaker: Sergeant Clint Van Winkle. All veterans, their families and patriotic Americans are welcome. Tickets: $20/military and veterans; $30/CCRWC members; $35/nonmembers. Hilton Marietta Conference Center, 300 Powder Spring Street, Marietta. More info: Dee Gay, 770-265-4949.
Dead Band Running. A 5k raising funds for Pope High School marching band. 7pm. Mountain View Aquatic Center, 2650 Gordy Parkway, Marietta/East Cobb. To register: raceroster.com/events/2017/13304/dead-bandrunning-5k. More info: jodyneja@yahoo.com.
Sprayberry Hall of Fame Gala Black & Gold Sting Fling. Sprayberry High School Foundation invites you to the 2nd annual Gala with $5000 Raffle & Silent Auction. Ticket price includes entry for 2 guests, 2 drink tickets, Raffle ticket, Heavy hors d’oeuvres. $100. 6:30pm. Holy Transfiguration Greek Orthodox Church, 3431 Trickum Road NE, Marietta/East Cobb. More Information: www.sprayberryfoundtion.org/gala.
Acworth Halloween Jamboree. Free hayrides and costume contests for different age groups. For a minimal charge, each child can participate in many different carnival type games and activities where they can win candy and prizes. 3-7pm. Logan Farm Park (in large field at administrative office entrance), 4762 Logan Road, Acworth. More info: www.acworthtourism.org/ event/halloween-jambooree.
OCTOBER 28-29
Haunted Theater: The Dollhouse. Pope High School Drama Club introduces Marie, a little girl who will guide guests around the dollhouse while introducing everyone to the dolls one by one…which dolls are friendly and which will cause trouble for the show? Only they know! 6-10pm. Tickets $5. Pope High School Theater, 3001 Hembree Road NE, Marietta. More info: popetheater.org.
OCTOBER 29
Sunday Funday presented by Wellstar East Cobb Health Park, bring a blanket and picnic to enjoy The LooSe ShoEs Band. Free. 4-6pm. East Cobb Park, 3322 Roswell Road, Marietta/East Cobb. More info: www.eastcobbpark.org.
Trunk-or-Treat. Get excited for Sprayberry’s annual Trunk-or-Treat! Bring friends and family to participate in the fun. Candy, food trucks, raffles, games and more. Kids are welcome to come in costume. 4:30-7:30pm. $3 per child or 2 for $5. Sprayberry High School, 2525 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta. More info: cobbk12.org/Sprayberry.
OCTOBER 30
Lassiter Baseball Golf Tournament. Fundraiser for Lassiter Baseball. Sponsorships available. Individual player: $125, Foursome: $500, Alumni/Student: $100. Brookfield Country Club, 100 Willow Run Road, Roswell. More Info: www.lassiterbaseball.org.
OCTOBER 31
TRUNK-OR-TREAT. Visit Powers Ferry United Methodist Church for free candy and fun! Wear your costume and enjoy a hot dog dinner. 6-7:30pm. 245 Powers Ferry Road, Marietta. More info: pfchildrensministry@gmail.com or 770-973-5271.
