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 30062. More info: 678-528-1414 or ecic.clinic@gmail.com.
SEPTEMBER 1 & 15
Johnson Ferry Movie Ministry. Movies are shown on the first and third Thursdays of the month. 7pm. The Landing Room (Room 272), Johnson Ferry Baptist Church, 955 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta/East Cobb. More info: 770-973-6561 or johnsonferry.org.
SEPTEMBER 9-11
33rd Annual Fall Atlanta Home Show. Seminars and exhibits on flooring, siding, patios, appliances, and other home improvement subjects. Friday: 10am-6pm; Saturday: 10am-7pm; Sunday: 11am-5pm. Cobb Galleria Centre, Two Galleria Parkway, Atlanta 30339. More info: 770-998-9800 or atlantahomeshow.com.
SEPTEMBER 10
9th Annual Atlanta Smooth Music Festival. Atlanta area’s only all day, outdoor smooth jazz music experience, featuring Greg Chambers, Jazmin Ghent, Generation neXt, Warren Hill and more.
1:30-9:45pm (Gates open at 12:30pm). Tickets $26-$86. Mable House Barnes Amphitheatre, 5239 Floyd Road, Mableton. More info: 770-819-7765 or JazzGrooves@bellsouth.net.
Birth Expo. Learn parenting tips, hear from dads and midwifes, meet doulas and other experts, win prizes and much more. 10am-4pm Tickets: Free. Life University, 1269 Barclay Circle, Marietta. More info: info@gabirthnetwork.com or gabirthnetwork.com/expo.
Georgia Symphony Orchestra (GSO) presents Legends of Zelda. Legends of Zelda, Symphony of Goddesses brings Zelda fans and symphony goers alike an entirely new, exciting multimedia experience presenting over 30 years of music from The Legend of Zelda franchise. 8pm. Tickets: $45-$87. Cobb Energy Centre, 800 Cobb Galleria Parkway, Atlanta. More info: georgiasymphony.org.
International Adoption Info Session presented by CCAI Adoption Services. A 501c(3) charitable, non-profit child placement agency. Opportunity to explore adopting a child from China, Bulgaria, Latvia, or Ukraine. Details include but not limited to: qualifications, fees, services, timelines, and travel requirements. 2-3:30pm. Panera Bread Company, 4475 Roswell Road, Marietta/East Cobb. RSVP Required/More info: 678-560-5863 or ga-promo@ccaifamily.org.
Real Men Sing is a one-day a cappella vocal harmony clinic for middle and high school young men. The event is sponsored by the Big Chicken Chorus with financial support from Harmony Foundation International, Cobb EMC, United Arts of Cobb, and individual donors.7pm. Free. Marietta Performing Arts Center, 1171 Whitlock Avenue, Marietta. More info: bigchickenchorus.org.
Taste of Kennesaw. Sample food from over 30 local restaurants from the Kennesaw and Cobb County area. Downtown Kennesaw, 2829 Cherokee Street, Kennesaw. 11am-8pm. Free Admission. Samples may be purchased for $1 to $4. More info: kennesawbusiness.org
The Strand Theatre’s Champagne Jam with Andy Anderson. With primarily the classic sounds of the 70’s and 80’s Atlanta Rhythm Section in mind, former A.R.S. lead vocalist and recording artist, Andy Anderson, brings those classic tunes to the forefront with the style and energy of the original Classic Atlanta Rhythm Section. 8-10pm. Tickets are $15 in advance and $18 the day of the event. Earl Smith Strand Theatre, 117 North Park Square, Marietta. More info: 770-293-0080 or events@earlsmithstrand.org.
SEPTEMBER 10 & 24
Marietta Square Artists Market. This open-air fine arts artists market showcases the best of local art. 9am-2pm on Mill Street, Marietta. More info: artistsmarketmarietta.com
SEPTEMBER 12
10th Annual Homecoming Classic Golf Tournament to benefit Cobb Schools Foundation. Food, fun, prizes, silent auction, marching bands and golf! 10am-5pm. Sponsorships begin at $500. Brookstone Golf & Country Club 5705 Brookstone Drive NW, Acworth. More info: 770-426-3390 or email natalie.rutledge@cobbschoolsfoundation.org
First Monday Breakfast presented by Cobb Chamber of Commerce. Speaker: Teya Ryan, CEO and President of Georgia Public Broadcasting. 7:30- 9am. General admission: $60. Members: $30 online. Cobb Galleria Centre, Two Galleria Parkway, Atlanta. More info: 770-980-2000 or cobbchamber.org.
Home School Science Monday. Learn about identifying plants and animals. 2pm. Free with admission. Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell. More info: chattnaturecenter.org.
SEPTEMBER 13
Over 40 Females Cobb County chapter luncheon featuring Marylou Harris, holistic wellness advocate. 11:45am-1:15pm. Members get in free, non-members: $25. Registration is required. Bistro VG, 70 West Crossville Road, Roswell, 30075. More info/To register: www.over40females.com.
SEPTEMBER 13, 20, and 27
Basket Weaving 201. Sandy Quackenbush of the Greater Atlanta Basket Guild will teach a three part class on how to make a basket. All supplies and tools will be provided. Space is limited to ten participants who are willing to commit to all three nights of the class. 6:30-8:30pm. Mountain View Regional Library, 3320 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta. To reserve a spot stop by the adult reference desk or call: 770-509-2725.
SEPTEMBER 14
Museum Mice Tour for toddlers ages 3-5 and their parents. Join in the fun and play Dressing Up with Murray & Etta. 10:30-11am. $5 per family (includes one adult and up to three children.) Reservations required. Marietta Museum of History, 1 Depot Street, Marietta. More info: 770-794-5710 or mariettahistory.org.
SEPTEMBER 15
Alive after 5. Enjoy the historic Roswell Town Square for a family-friendly atmosphere with live band, gourmet food trucks on Park Square and plenty of other fun activities to highlight the evening. 5-9pm. Historic Downtown Roswell, Canton Street, 928 Canton Street, Roswell. More info: aliveafterfiveroswell.com.
Good Eatin’ Great Cause. Culinary Tour and Competition, featuring metro Atlanta’s favorite restaurants and Chefs, an exciting cooking competition and silent auction! One of the area’s finest and most prestigious culinary events benefiting children. 6-10pm. Tickets: $75. Cobb Galleria Centre, Two Galleria Parkway, Atlanta 30339. More info: 770-801-3469 or safepath.org.
Wheeler High School Parent University. Understanding bullying. How do I recognize it? How do I Prevent it? What do I do when it is happening? Sponsored by: Wheeler Counseling Department and Wheeler PTSA. Presented by: Jeff Dess, from Cobb County’s Prevention Intervention Center. 6:30-8pm. Free. Wheeler High School Auditorium, 375 Holt Road, Marietta/East Cobb. More info: Abby Shiffman, Communications Specialist, 770-578-3266 x.031 or wheelerhigh.com.
SEPTEMBER 16-17
Roswell United Methodist Church Preschool and Kindergarten (RUMCK) Children’s Consignment Sale. Friday: 9am-2pm. Saturday: 8am-12pm. Roswell United Methodist Church, 814 Mimosa Boulevard, Building B., Roswell. More info: 770-853-2333 or rumc.com/connect/children/rumck/rumck-consignment-sale
