Pumpkins are popping up everywhere, crisp(er) Fall weather is becoming the norm and the calendar is filled with frightful fun – must be October! For even more to do, check out our online calendar HERE.

 

EVERY SATURDAY AND SUNDAY

Trail Hikes. A docent guides you on a journey through the Chattahoochee Nature Center trails using biofacts and activities to spark you “natural” curiosity. 1pm. Admission: $10/adults. $7/seniors and students ages 13-18. $6/ages 3-12. Free/members and children under 3. Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell. More info: 770-992-2055 or www.chattnaturecenter.org.

 

EVERY SATURDAY

ECIC Free Clinic & Lab. East Cobb Islamic Center (ECIC), is offering a free medical clinic with laboratory work and prescription assistance to uninsured/underserved members of the community. They are partnering with the Georgia Department of Public Health to provide this service. 9am-12pm (no appointment necessary). East Cobb Islamic Center, 1111 Braswell Road, Marietta. More info: 678-528-1414 or ecic.clinic@gmail.com.

 

SEPTEMBER 29-OCTOBER 1

58th Annual Atlanta AAUW Book Fair presented by American Association of University of Women, (AAUW). Over 75,000 gently used books at bargain prices. Profits are used for scholarships, fellowships and community programs. Special opening night, Monday: 6-9pm. ($10). Open daily starting Tuesday: 10am-9pm; Sunday: 12noon-7pm. Perimeter Mall, 4400 Ashford Dunwoody Road, Atlanta. More info: books@aauwatlanta.org or bookfairaauw.org.

Monsterama. An Atlanta convention that celebrates the fantastic in film, literature and art. Performances, demonstrations, gaming, exhibits and much more. Tickets $20-$55. Marriott Alpharetta, 5750 Windward Parkway, Alpharetta. More info: monsteramacon.com.

North Georgia State Fair. Metro Atlanta’s largest fair. Enjoy rides, live music, and farm animals. Monday-Thursday: 4-11pm. Friday: 4pm-midnight. Saturday: 10am-midnight. Sunday: 12:30-10pm. $7. Jim Miller Park, 2245 Callaway Road, Marietta. More info: northgeorgiastatefair.com or call 770-528- 8989.

 

SEPTEMBER 29

Glover Park Concert Series featuring the band Grapevine. 8pm (rain or shine). Free. Only blankets and lawn chairs are allowed inside of Glover Park. Tables may be reserved. $55 for six and $65 for eight. Glover Park, 50 North Park Square, Marietta. More info: 770-794-5601 or mariettaga.gov.

 

SEPTEMBER 29 & 30

Fall Native Plant Sale. A great way to meet Master Gardeners who can give you advice for your garden questions. Horticulturists and Master Gardeners will be on site to answer all your plant questions. Purchase beautyberries, azaleas, hazelnuts, buckeyes, ferns, foamflowers, groundcovers, evergreens, and a variety of butterfly-attractors in full bloom plus veggies for your winter harvest. 10am-5pm. Admission is free to the horticulture area, at the Chattahoochee Nature Center Greenhouse. More info: 770-992-2055 x 229 or chattnaturecenter.org.

 

SEPTEMBER 30

1st Annual Craft Show benefiting the Missions Ministries of New Providence Baptist Church. Handcrafted fabric items, purses, jewelry, silent auction, bake sale, and much more. New Providence Baptist Church, 3740 Providence Road, Marietta. Free admission. 9am-4pm. More info:  www.npbchurch.com or 770-971-3519.

Classic Car Cruise in Downtown Acworth sponsored by The Lake City Cruisers, the City of Acworth and downtown Acworth merchants. 4-9pm on Main Street. Free to the public. A $2 entry fee is requested for all vehicles in the cruise.  All proceeds go to the Horizon Field, an all-inclusive special needs sports facility in Acworth. More info: Jeff Chase at jchase@acworth.org or call 770-917-1234.

Your State Park Day sponsored by the Friends of Georgia State Parks & Historic Sites. Some state parks will offer free parking and admission. More info: GeorgiaStateParks.org or FriendsofGaStateParks.org.

Lakeshore Learning Free Crafts for Kids Event. Lakeshore Learning Stores provide fun, free crafts every Saturday from 11am to 3pm. Visit Bit.ly/freecraftsforkids for the featured craft of the week or call your local Lakeshore Learning store for more details!

 

OCTOBER 2

First Monday Breakfast hosted by Cobb Chamber of Commerce. The Cobb Chamber’s annual Public Safety Appreciation Breakfast and Appreciation Week allows the community to pay tribute to all public safety personnel. 7am: VIP reception followed by breakfast at 7:30am. Two Galleria Parkway Atlanta. More info: 770-980-2000 or cobbchamber.org.

 

OCTOBER 2, 4

7th Annual Y Golf Open. The East Cobb-McCleskey YMCA is one of 20 Ys participating in Atlanta’s largest charitable golf tournament. Choose from four courses. Reception, dinner and awards to follow. Registration/Check-in: 10am. Shotgun Start: 11am. $150/individual, $300/twosome, $450/threesome, and $600/foursome. More info and/or to register: YGolfOpen.com or Reagan Goodnough at ReaganG@ymcaatlanta.org.

 

OCTOBER 3-4

9th Annual Gifts Galore & More. 18 artists/vendors are featured in the eclectic East Cobb home of textile designer, Lynn Reiter Weinberg. Hourly raffle prizes, mini massages and a display of unique gift and hand crafted items. It also features an artful garden with a display of garden sculptures. Tuesday: 11am-2pm and 5pm-8pm. Wednesday: 10am-3pm. Free. Somerset Subdivision- 3275 Somerset Trace, Marietta. More info: 678-234-0966 or silkscapes@mindspring.com.

 

OCTOBER 4

East Cobb Business Association (ECBA) Expo & Networking Event. A great networking event for both members and non-members. A valuable venue for local companies to promote and showcase their business. Drawings, giveaways, free food and much more. Proceeds will support the East Cobb Public Safety Celebrations. 4:30-7:30pm. Free to attend. Exhibitors: ECBA Members $125; Non-Members $175. Olde Towne Athletic Club, 4950 Olde Towne Parkway, Marietta/East Cobb. To register visit eastcobbba.com. More info: 770-578-3555 or jharris@moneyconcepts.com.

Chinese Moon Festival Event. You are invited to celebrate the Chinese Moon Festival and Cultural Celebration at the East Cobb Library on October 4th at 7pm. Members of the Confucius Institute will give a short presentation about the Chinese Moon Festival and demonstrate Chinese cultural activities, including a Chinese tea ceremony and Chinese paper-cutting. The event will be presented in Chinese, since we are also celebrating the rollout of the Chinese Foreign Language Collection at the East Cobb library. Please call (770)-509-2730 to make a reservation for this program. East Cobb Library.

 

OCTOBER 5 

Advance Care Planning (Living Wills and Other Advance Directives. In this free workshop, learn how to talk with your loved ones about final healthcare decisions. Each participant will receive a free planning guide which outlines questions you and your family should discuss along with forms you can use to record your wishes. 6:30-8pm. Registration required for this free event; call 770-956-STAR (7827). WellStar East Cobb Health Park. Community Education & Wellness Center. 3747 Roswell Road NE, Marietta. *Free parking

Diabetes Education. Recognized by the American Diabetes Association, this program includes a range of topics to assist adults living with diabetes. The WellStar Diabetes Education Center is staffed with nationally certified diabetes educators and a licensed social worker. Physician order is required; class is often covered by insurance and financial assistance is available. 12:30pm. Call 770-793-7821 to register. WellStar East Cobb Health Park. Community Education & Wellness Center. 3747 Roswell Road NE, Marietta. *Free parking