Resist the urge to hibernate this winter—especially when it’s expected feel a little bit like spring in the coming week—and explore all there is to do in and around East Cobb. For even more to do, check out our online calendar HERE!
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 JANUARY 15
Shen Yun: Connecting Heaven & Earth, banned in communist China today, the profound spirit of this lost civilization brought to life on stage with unrivaled artistic mastery. Every dance movement, every musical note, makes this a stunning visual and emotional experience you won’t find anywhere else. January 12-14: 7:30pm; January 15: 1pm. Tickets: $70 – $200. Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, 2800 Cobb Galleria Parkway, Atlanta. More info: 800-745-3000 or www.cobbenergycentre.com.
THROUGH JANUARY 22
Greetings Friend, Your Kind Assistance is Required presented by the Georgia Ensemble Theatre. World premiere comedy from Atlanta’s favorite playwright, Topher Payne. When retired schoolteacher Rhonda Charles opens an email in her spam folder with the subject line, “Greetings Friend your kind assistance is required,” the journey of a lifetime begins. Showtimes: Wednesday: 7:30pm, Thursday-Friday-Saturday: 8pm, Sunday: 2:30pm. Tickets start at $24.77. Georgia Ensemble Theatre, Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest Street, Roswell. More info: 770-641-1260 or www.get.org.
THROUGH JANUARY 26
Man and Machine. This Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM) exhibit features artwork from Cobb County students. Mon-Thurs: 10am-5pm. Call for weekend and evening hours. The Art Place, 3330 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta. More info: 770-509-2700 or theartplace.us.
JANUARY 13
Cobb Chamber Executive Women (CEW) Luncheon. The speaker will be Judge Mary Staley. Judge Staley presided over the Justin Ross Harris – Hot Car Case. Registration and networking will begin at 11am. Program: 11:15am-1pm. Early-bird registration closes Friday, January 6. CEW Members: $20 online; guests: $30. Starting January 7: $25 CEW members; guests: $35. The Georgian Club, 100 Galleria Parkway, 17th floor, Atlanta 30339. To register: www.cobbchamber.org. More info: 770-859-2359.
Perennials in Your Garden: Choosing, Planting and Caring for Perennials presented by Gayle Evans, Cobb Master Gardener. 12-1pm. Bring a sack lunch. Cobb Water Lab, 660 South Cobb Drive, Marietta 30060. More info: 770-528-4070 or cobbmastergardeners.com.
JANUARY 14
Artsy Crafty Back to School Dance Party. Sign the kids up for this super fun back to school party including arts & crafts, magic shows, ice cream, dance party and more! 2-4pm. Grades K-5. $10, registration required. The Art Place, 3330 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta. More info: 770-509-2700 or theartplace.us.
Breastfeeding Basics. Taught by certified lactation consultants, this one-day introductory class helps you make an informed decision about breastfeeding. It covers the breastfeeding skills and techniques to ensure a successful breastfeeding experience for mother and baby. 9am-12 pm. $35. WellStar/East Cobb Health Park, Community & Education Room, 3747 Roswell Road NE, Marietta. More info/to register: 770-956-STAR (7827) or wellstar.org.
JANUARY 15
Flying into the Future. Chattahoochee Nature Center’s first Family Fun Day of the year. Come ready to learn and test your tinkering skills with our STEM-themed partners and activities. Wings to SOAR will have 2 flying birds of prey shows (as seen in the photo above). Biomimicry Activities with Georgia Tech. CNC Wildlife Rehabilitation Program. STEM Booths with Local Partners. Guided Hikes, Creature Features and more. 12–4pm. General Admission $10/Adult, $6/Child (3-12), $7/Senior 65+, $7/ Student (Ages 13 -18), Children 2 & under are free. FREE to CNC Members. Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell. More info: Contact programs@chattnaturecenter.org or 770-992-2055 x238.
JANUARY 16
Martin Luther King Celebration. The program will present salutes to Dr. King in song, dance, spoken word an array of talented performers. 10am. Free and open to the public. Turner Chapel AME Church, 492 North Marietta Parkway NE, Marietta. More info: Cobb County NAACP office, 770-425-5757 or www.cobbnaacp.org.
JANUARY 17 – FEBRUARY 16 (Tuesdays & Thursdays) or JANUARY 21 – FEBRUARY 11 (Saturdays)
Drivers Education. 30 hours of classroom instruction and 6 hours of individual training behind the wheel. This program meets the requirements for Joshua’s Law and qualifies for the Teen Driver’s Education insurance discount. Tuesday and Thursday classes: 6-9pm at Dodgen Middle School and Pope High School. Saturday classes: 8am-4pm at Dodgen Middle School only. $385. Dodgen Middle School, 1725 Bill Murdock Road, Marietta. Pope High School, 3001 Hembree Road, Marietta. More info and additional course locations: 770-429-3170 x 3301 or www.mariettacommunityschool.com.
JANUARY 18
Bedtime Math’s Crazy 8s Club. Build stuff, run and jump, make music and, make a mess. It’s a totally new kind of math club. Mischief-making activities like Glow In-The- Dark Geometry, Bouncy Dice and Toilet Paper Olympics. 3:30pm – 4:30pm. This is an 8-week program for children in 3rd–5th grade. There is a maximum of 12 participants. Pre-Registration is required. Please plan to attend all 8 sessions. Gritters Library, 880 Shaw Park Road, Marietta. More info: 770-528-2524 or cobbcat.org.
JANUARY 19
Bookworms–Light Up the Night. Explore the qualities of light and look through a spectroscope to reveal the wavelengths of light that mix together to create the colors you see. Light up the dark winter nights by creating a sparkling luminary lantern. 3:30pm – 4:15pm. 45-minute program for children in grades K-3. Mountain View Regional Library, 3320 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta. More info: 770-509-2725 or cobbcat.org.
JANUARY 19-21
The Military Family Support Center On-site Sale. The sale is available to retired veterans and active duty personnel and their families who have been granted commissary privileges. This sale features grocery goods sold at cost plus a 5 percent surcharge, and features a stock assortment of about 1,000 items including fresh meat, fresh produce, chilled and frozen items. Thurs-Fri: 9am-5pm; Sat.: 9am-4pm. Military Family Support Center, 1901 Terrell Mill Road, Marietta (intersection of U.S. Highway 41 and Terrell Mill Road). More info: Susan Edmonds, susan.edmonds2@deca.mil or 478-222-7618.
JANUARY 20-22
Special Olympics Georgia State Indoor Winter Games. Special Olympics athletes from around the state head to Cobb County for the Indoor Winter Games. Over 1,800 athletes from across the state of Georgia will participate in: Basketball, floor hockey, gymnastics, bowling, and roller skating. Opening ceremony Friday at 7:30pm. Free. Various events at various locations. More info/volunteer info: Paul McNeil, 770-414-9390, ext. 116 or paul.mcneil@specialolympicsga.org or www.specialolympicsga.org.
