Break may be ending but Spring activities are in full swing all around East Cobb. For even more to do around town, visit our events 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.
EVERY TUESDAY
Yoga. This class will help create body awareness, strengthen and stretch muscles and tissues, improve balance, posture and coordination. Appropriate for all levels of students. 12:15-1:15pm. $82.50 (April 4-June 20). WellStar East Cobb Health Park, 3747 Roswell Road NE, Marietta. More info: 770-956-7827 or wellstar.org.
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 chattnaturecenter.org.
EVERY WEDNESDAY
Family Fun Time is for families with children of all ages. It lasts 40-50 minutes and can include books, activities, a short film, parachute play, music, and a craft. 3:30-4:15pm. Free. East Cobb Library, 4880 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta/East Cobb. More info: 770-509-2730.
EVERY THURSDAY
Tai Chi. A mind-body practice that has its roots in ancient China, designed to cultivate the body’s vital energy (known as “chi”) and improve the flow of this energy through the body. 12-1pm. $67.50 (April 6-June 22). WellStar East Cobb Health Park, 3747 Roswell Road NE, Marietta. More info: 770-956-7827 or wellstar.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 MAY 31
Find Your Favorite Forest Fairy House on the Trail. Back by popular demand, the fairies have been busy building all new fairy houses for the Homestead Trail and Kingfisher Pond Tail this spring. More than a dozen whimsical works line trails. Create your own Fairy House. Members Free. $10/Adult, $6/Child, Children 2 & under are free. Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell. More info: 770-992-2055 or chattnaturecenter.org.
APRIL 7
Acworth Egg Hunt. 7:30pm. 4000 South Main Street. Acworth 30101. 770-917-1234 www.acworthegghunt.com. This year the hunt will consist of 50,000 eggs! You won’t want to miss out on the fun! The Acworth egg hunt is broken down into various age groups and the start times will alternate between fields. We will have gates and concessions opening at 6:30 p.m. and the first egg hunt begins at 7:30p.m., so make sure you arrive early.
Laurel Park Easter Egg Hunt. 6:30pm. 151 Manning Road, Marietta. 770-794-5601 • www.marietta.com/laurel-park-easter-egg-hunt
APRIL 8
Kennesaw Bunny Breakfast. 8-11:15am. Ben Robertson community Center. 2753 Watts Drive Kennesaw 30144
APRIL 7 & 8
Spring Native Plant Sale. Attract butterflies, pollinators, birds and more to your garden by adding native plants. Over 120 species of plants available, and horticulturists and knowledgeable volunteers on site to help you plant the garden of your dreams. Herbs and veggies for the edible garden and more. 10am-5pm. Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell 30075. More info: 770-992-2055 or chattnaturecenter.org.
APRIL 7-23
Jesus Christ Superstar presented by The Atlanta Lyric Theatre. The first rock opera, created as a concept album at the end of the turbulent ’60s. Propelled by a stirring score, Jesus Christ Superstar illuminates the transcendent power of the human spirit with a passion that goes straight to the heart. Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays: 8pm. An additional matinee performance on Saturday, April 22 and Sundays: 2pm. $33-$53. Jennie T. Anderson Theatre, 548 S. Marietta Parkway, Marietta. More info: atlantalyrictheatre.com.
APRIL 8
Georgia Street Rod Association Swap Meet and Flea Market. Swap meet and car corral includes all auto and truck parts for sale or trade. 8am-3pm. $5/adults; Admission is free for spouses and children under 12. Jim Miller Park, 2245 Callaway Road, Marietta. More info: 770-517-6701 or gsra.com.
Trail Work Day. Volunteers needed to assist the National Park Service by maintaining the 20+ miles of trails in the Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park. 8:30am-1pm. Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park, 900 Kennesaw Mountain Dr. Kennesaw. More info:
kennesawmountaintrailclub.org.
APRIL 8-9, 15-16, 22-23, 29-30-May 6-7, 13-14 & 22-21
Good Mews Spring Flea Market. Find great bargains on a variety of items. All proceeds benefit Good Mews Animal Foundation, a local non-profit organization which operates a volunteer-based no-kill shelter for homeless, abused, and abandoned cats. Fridays & Saturdays: 10am-5pm. Sundays: 12-5pm. Sandy Plains Village Shopping Center, 4708 Sandy Plains Road, Roswell (Corner of SR 92, next to Movie Tavern and Walmart Neighborhood Market). More info: 770-499-2287 or goodmews.org.
APRIL 8 & 22
Marietta Square Artisan Market. The market is an open-air fine arts market showcasing the best of local, handmade art and fine craft. From jewelry to sculpture, paintings and more, there is something for everyone. 9am-2pm on Mill Street between Church Street and the railroad tracks. More info: ArtistsMarketMarietta.com.
APRIL 10 & 24
Cobb Connections. This networking event provides the opportunity to build relationships and grow business-to-business and business-to-consumer connections. 3 – 4:30 p.m. Cobb Chamber members Free. General Admission: $25. Registration required. Cobb Chamber of Commerce, 240 Interstate North Parkway, Atlanta. More info: cobbchamber.org.
APRIL 12
Mt. Zion United Methodist Church Easter Egg Hunt. 6pm. 1770 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta 30062. 770-971-1465 • www.mtzionumc.org
APRIL 13
Ladies Night Out at the Mill Kitchen & Bar. Includes: heavy appetizers, Mixology 101 classes featuring Martinis and flavored Old Fashioned, Old Fourth Ward spirit tasting, sparkling wine and interesting white wine table, champagne bar, photo booth, live music, and giveaways. Proceeds from evening to benefit Relay for Life Roswell teams. 6-9pm. Tickets $45 per person. 590 Mimosa Boulevard, Roswell, GA 30075. More info: 770-817-9345 or themillkitchenandbar.com.
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