Music galore and magnificent light displays, carriage rides and Christmas shows! There’s so much to see and do this week that our heads are plum crowded with the possibilities. 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.

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 DECEMBER 12
Christmas at Callanwolde. You’ll be transported into a magical world in the twinkling of an eye as you enter the magnificent Gothic-Tudor mansion. Transformed by Atlanta’s top interior and floral designers, the historic Callanwolde estate captures the spirit and charm of the holidays. 12-8pm. $20/online. $25/at the door.  Free/children 3 and under. Callanwolde Fine Arts Center, 980 Briarcliff Road NE, Atlanta. More info: 678-701-6114, www.christmasatcallanwolde.org

THROUGH DECEMBER 16
Santa After Hours 2017: Holiday Party Crashers. Presented by Out of Box Theater. This adult only show brings you Holiday Party Crashers, and it promises to be their best show yet. Each season, Santa After Hours is a completely new show written by a bunch of local playwrights/actors who are certainly on the naughty list and are collectively known as “The Usual Gang of Idiots.” Fridays & Saturdays. 9pm. $15. Out of Box Theatre, Artisan Resource Center, 585 Cobb Parkway South, Marietta. More info: 678-653-4605, www.outofboxtheatre.com

THROUGH DECEMBER 31
Lights of Life. Millions of holiday lights throughout the campus. Santa Claus will be visiting on weekends for photographs. Sunday-Thursday: Dark-9pm. Fridays & Saturdays: Dark-10pm. Monday-Thursday: $5/car, Weekends and December 15-31: $10/car; $20/bus. There will also be pony rides ($5 per rider), train rides ($3 per rider), a petting zoo ($3 per person), and a concession stand offering seasonal drinks and snacks for purchase. Life University, 1269 Barclay Circle, Marietta. More info: 678-331-4342, www.life.edu

THROUGH JANUARY 3
Holiday in the Park. Six Flags Over Georgia is continuing its holiday tradition as it extends its season with the addition of Six Flags Entertainment’s annual holiday festival — Holiday in the Park. More than one million LED lights and dozens of Christmas trees will create the perfect magical atmosphere this holiday season from November 18 through January 3 on select days. Holiday in the Park at Six Flags Over Georgia. Includes sparkling lights, festive shows, tasty culinary treats and of course, the Big Man: Santa Claus in all his glory. Guests can enjoy the park’s most popular rides including Goliath, as well as rides for the entire family to enjoy. Holiday in the Park will be topped off with its most iconic image at the historic Riverview Carousel, which will create a glowing light and walkthrough experience never before seen in Atlanta and the Southeast region. Check website for times. Ticket prices start at $48.99. Six Flags Over Georgia, 275 Riverside Parkway SW, Austell. More info: www.sixflags.com/overgeorgia/special-events/holiday-in-the-park

Magical Lights at Lake Lanier Islands. Take a driving tour through more than 7 miles of giant illuminated characters and millions of twinkling lights. Daily (including holidays). 5-10pm. $35/car; $70/van (11-20 people); $175/bus (21+ people or more) in advanced, additional charge applies at the gate. Lake Lanier Islands, 7000 Lanier Islands Parkway, Buford. More info: 770-945-8787, www.lakelanierislands.com

THROUGH JANUARY 6
Fantasy in Lights at Callaway Gardens. Enjoy the scenic five-mile drive, featuring over eight million lights with holiday tunes. $28/Adults. $14/Children 6-12. Ages 5 and under: free but require a “free child” ticket. Prices vary with prime and value days. Check for times and purchase tickets in advance for best rates. Christmas Village opens at 4pm. Callaway Gardens, 4500 Southern Pine Drive, Pine Mountain. More info: 844-512-3826, www.callawaygardens.com

THROUGH JANUARY 7
7th Annual Garden Lights at Atlanta Botanical Garden. The annual extravaganza features spectacular light displays throughout the Garden. All nights Friday & Saturday: 5-11pm. Sunday-Thursday: 5-10pm. Ticket prices vary based on Non-Peak and Peak nights. Discounted tickets are available online before 4pm on the day of the show. Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Avenue, Atlanta. More info: 404-876-5859, www.atlantabotanicalgarden.org

DECEMBER 7-23
A Christmas Carol. A traditional holiday classic for the entire family guaranteed to fill you with the Christmas spirit and warm your heart. Show times vary by day. Adults: $18; Students/Seniors: $16. Bulloch Hall, 180 Bulloch Avenue, Roswell. More info: 770-992-1731, www.bullochhall.org

DECEMBER 7-30
Frosty! A Very Merry Musical. A young orphan named Billy discovers magic in a stolen hat when he places it on a snowman’s head and that snowman comes to life! But can Frosty the snowman help Billy find his real family in time for Christmas? Join Billy and Frosty as they embark on a New York City adventure filled with thrills and chills and the discovery that the real magic of Christmas is Love wintertime classic is frozen fun for the whole family! Join a snowman named Frosty for holiday adventures, merry music, and more. Show times vary by day. $15-$35. Marietta’s New Theatre in the Square, 11 Whitlock Avenue SW, Marietta. More info: 770-426-4800, www.theatreinthesquare.net

DECEMBER 8-24
A Christmas Carol. Join the Alliance Theatre for one of Atlanta’s most treasured holiday traditions. Watch as Ebenezer Scrooge encounters the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future in this holiday classic story. Showtime varies. $20-$80 plus applicable fees. Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, 2800 Cobb Galleria Parkway, Atlanta. More info: 770-916-2800, cobbenergycentre.com

DECEMBER 8-28
Atlanta Ballet’s Nutcracker with the Atlanta Ballet Orchestra. Fairies, princes, and dancing snowflakes. The magic of the holiday season is alive again at the Fabulous Fox Theatre. Share the tradition and feel the warmth that has been enchanting audiences in Atlanta for over 50 years. See website for dates and times. Tickets start at $16. Fox Theatre, 660 Peachtree Street NE, Atlanta. More info: 404-881-2100, www.atlantaballet.com/performances/nutcracker

DECEMBER 8
Song of Atlanta and Atlanta Vocal Project at KSU. Special holiday performance featuring Song of Atlanta and Atlanta Vocal Project. This pair of award-winning Atlanta-based a cappella vocal ensembles share their passion for harmony in this special seasonal performance. 8pm. Tickets: $18-$25. Morgan Concert Hall at KSU, 488 Prillaman Way, Kennesaw. More info: kennesaw.edu/music/concerts-and-events

The Sounds of Christmas Presented by Symphony on the Square. Bring the family for a trip down Christmas memory lane. 8pm. $15. Cobb Civic Center, Jennie T. Anderson Theatre, 548 South Marietta Parkway SE, Marietta. More info: www.symphonyonthesquare.org

DECEMBER 8-9
Christmas at Piedmont Church. This free 2-day event features local school choruses, orchestras, and bands performing holiday music, inflatable jumpies for kids, crafters offering hand-made gifts, and the only Snow Tube slide in Cobb County. Friday: 5-9pm. Saturday: 10am-5pm. Free. Piedmont Church 570 Piedmont Road, Marietta More info: 770-422-2566, piedmontchurch.tv/events/christmas-at-piedmont

Bethlehem Walk. Walk through the streets of Bethlehem to a live nativity scene. 7-9pm. Free. Mountain View United Methodist Church, 2300 Jamerson Road, Marietta. More info: 770-928-0050, www.mvumc.org

DECEMBER 8 & 10
Carols for Christmas: The Gifts We Bring. Stirring narration, much-loved carols, beautiful music, and an exciting light show will bring to life a tale of gifts: the gifts of the three kings to the baby in the manger, the gift of Christ to the world, and the gifts that He birthed into each of our hearts. 7:30pm. 6pm. Free. Mt. Bethel United Methodist Church, 4385 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: 770-971-2880 | www.mtbethel.org

Christmas Festival Concert with the 100-voice Roswell United Methodist Church Sanctuary Choir and 60-member Georgia Philharmonic under the direction of Dr. Michael O’Neal; Celebration Ringers under the direction of Lisa Stover; and organist, Tom Alderman present a concert filled with favorite holiday music. 7:30-9pm. 3-4:30pm. Free, but tickets required to ensure seating. Roswell United Methodist Church, 814 Mimosa Boulevard, Roswell. More info: 770-594-0512, www.rumc.com

DECEMBER 8-10 & 14-16
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum presented by CenterStage North Theatre. Broadway’s greatest farce is light, fast-paced, witty, irreverent and one of the funniest musicals ever written. This performance is a nonstop laughtfest in which Pseudolus, a crafty slave, struggles to win the hand of a beautiful, but slow-witted, courtesan named Philia for his young master, Hero, in exchange for his freedom. The plot twists and turns with cases of mistaken identity, slamming doors and a showgirl or two. 8pm. $20-$25. Check website for showtimes. The Art Place – Mountain View, 3330 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta. More info: 770-331-0079, www.centerstagenorth.com.

DECEMBER 9
International Adoption Info Session presented by CCAI Adoption Services. A 501c(3) charitable, non-profit child placement agency. CCAI offers participants the opportunity to explore adopting a child from China, Bulgaria, Latvia, or Ukraine. This information session provides details including qualifications, fees, services, timelines, and travel requirements. Free. 2-3:30pm. Panera Bread Company, 4475 Roswell Road, Marietta/East Cobb. More info/RSVP: 678-560-5863 or ga-promo@ccaifamily.org.

3rd Annual Breakfast with Santa Fundraiser for Mutt-Maddness. Enjoy a delicious complete breakfast. There will be some adorable, adoptable dogs on site. 9:30am-12:30pm. Tickets: Adult(13+): $25; Child (4-12): $7; children 3 and under Free. Ticket price includes: complete breakfast and keepsake picture with Santa. Raffle items available and Valet parking is complimentary. Classic Subaru of Atlanta 7700 Roswell Road, Atlanta. 770-394-9100. Tickets: mmsantabfast3.eventbrite.com

17th Annual Sleighbells on the Square 5K/1K/Tot Trot sponsored by the Cobb County Bar Association to benefit their Children’s Emergency Fund. Peachtree qualifier. 8:30am. $30/advance. $35/race day. Historic Marietta Square www.active.com, www.cobbcountybar.org, www.mariettaga.gov

Making Comics Workshop. Have you ever wanted to learn how to make your own comics? Now you can with the exciting free two-hour workshop “Creating Comics.” This workshop is led by comic writer Ananya Vahal and comics artist Carlos Perez. They will take you through the basics of creating characters, storylines, and art. 3-5pm. Free, limited to first 15 people. Sewell Mill Library and Cultural Center, 2051 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta/East Cobb. More info/To register: james.mitchell@cobbcounty.org.

Breakfast with Santa Presented by Mt. Zion Youth. 8:30-10:30am. $5/person; $20/family. Mt. Zion United Methodist Church 1770 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta/East Cobb. More info: 770-971-1465, www.mtzionumc.org

Christmas for Kids yule log and candy cane hunt, snacks, craft, stories, and a visit from the Snow Queen and Winter Princess as well as Mr. & Mrs. Claus. For ages 5-11. 10am-12pm. $15. Reservations required. Bulloch Hall 180 Bulloch Avenue, Roswell. More info: 770-992-1731, www.bullochhall.org

Kennesaw’s Breakfast with Santa. Kennesaw Parks & Recreation is partnering with the Kennesaw-Acworth Optimist Club to host an “all-you-care-to-eat” pancake breakfast with Santa. Two seating options available: 8-9:15am; and 10-11:15am. Advance tickets are $6 per person, purchased in advance at the Ben Robertson Community Center. Tickets are available for purchase at the door for $8 per person (based on availability, space is limited). Children two (2) years of age and under do not need a ticket; however, they must sit on an adult’s lap. Ben Robertson Community Center, 2753 Watts Drive, Kennesaw. More info: 770-422-9714.

Southern Museum Polar Express Adventure. Immerse yourself in the classic story told throughout the museum, with vignettes highlighting the plot and interactive performers bringing the story to life. The highlight of the event is a theatrical performance by the British Academy of Performing Arts dancers and performers that culminate in a visit from the big guy himself… Santa Claus! There will be readings of The Polar Express book between performances and The Polar Express movie showings in the theater at 3pm and 5pm. 2:30-7pm. Adults: $7.50; Seniors(60+): $6.50; Children(4-12): $5.50; Free for children 3 and under. Free for Museum members. The Southern Museum, 2829 Cherokee Street, Kennesaw. More info: 770-427-2117, SouthernMuseum.org

A Happy Holiday with the Atlanta Wind Symphony. A holiday concert featuring jazz influences and holiday favorites. 7:30pm. Free. Bring a new, unwrapped toy to donate. Centennial High School, 9310 Scott Road, Roswell. More info: www.atlantawindsymphony.org.

DECEMBER 9 & 10
The Johnson Ferry Christmas Festival. Christmas concert featuring the Johnson Ferry Choir and Orchestra. Preschool childcare available. 4pm & 7pm. Free. Johnson Ferry Baptist Church, 955 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta/East Cobb. More info: 770-973-6561, www.johnsonferry.org

Big Chicken Chorus 2017 Christmas Show: Have Yourself A Merry-etta Christmas. This show features special guest, Vintage Mix. 3pm. Tickets: $0-$30. Marietta Performing Arts Center at Marietta High School, 1171 Whitlock Avenue NW, Marietta. More info: www.bigchickenchorus.org

DECEMBER 10
Annual Empty Bowl Brunch. Includes a bowl made by a local artist (you choose and keep) filled with soup or chili. Advance tickets on sale now. 11am-1:30pm. $15. Proceeds will benefit Must Ministries. The Art Place – Mountain View, 3330 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta/East Cobb. More Info: 770-509-2700 or theartplace.us. Atlanta Youth Wind Symphony Concert (AYWS). 4pm. Free. Lassiter Concert Hall, 2601 Shallowford Road, Marietta/East Cobb. More info: 404-367-5163 or atlantayouthwindsymphony@gmail.com.

St. Nicholas Holiday Market hosted by the Ladies Philoptochos (friend of the poor) Society of the Holy Transfiguration Greek Orthodox Church. Come shop unique gifts, crafts, jewelry and specialty Greek foods and pastries. 12-4pm. Holy Transfiguration Greek Orthodox Church Parish Life Center, 3431 Trickum, Marietta. More info: 770-924-8080.

Cookies with Santa. All ages are invited to come for a relaxing, fun-filled afternoon of holiday activities. Kids will be able to talk to Santa in a casual environment. Enjoy an afternoon of holiday treats, cocoa and tea. 2-4pm. $5/child. Parents are free but must accompany children to this event. Register online: Class ID: 429394 or at either Y branch. McClesky-East Cobb Family YMCA, 1055 East Piedmont Road, Marietta/East Cobb. More info: 770-977-5991, www.ymcaatlanta.org

Enchanted Woodland Wonders. Come out for this unique new holiday tradition. Live reindeer will be making a special holiday appearance. Create reindeer crafts and warm up with campfire treats, find fairy houses and gnome homes, and food trucks. 3-7pm. Members Free. Adults: $10. Children(3-12): $6. Under 2 Free. Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell. More info: 770-992-2055 | www.chattnaturecenter.org

DECEMBER 12
Christmas with Kelly Clarkson & Bleachers Live. Kelly will perform all her hits, plus Jack Antonoff and Bleachers will play a special acoustic set and show us why Taylor Swift and so many others cannot wait to work with him. Plus, Marietta’s own Alex Guthrie will show off the talents that have helped make him a star alongside Jennifer Hudson in the American Family Insurance campaign. 7:30pm. $44-$115. Coca-Cola Roxy, 800 Battery Avenue Southeast, Atlanta. More info: www.star941atlanta.com.

Mommy, Menorahs, and Me! Join MJCCA East Cobb/Roswell for this Hanukkah themed playgroup at the East Cobb Library. Bring your friends and family, and enjoy stories and crafts about the Festival of Lights. 10:15am. Free. East Cobb Library, 4880 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta/East Cobb. More info: 678-812-4086, www.atlantajcc.org/eastcobb

DECEMBER 12 & 14
Christmas High Tea at Bulloch Hall served by ladies in period clothing. 4pm. Reservations: $50. Bulloch Hall 180 Bulloch Avenue, Roswell. More info: 770-992-1731 www.bullochhall.org

DECEMBER 13
Museum Mice Tours: Following Murray’s Treasure Map. Geared towards children ages 3-5 and their parents to introduce them to history. 10:30-11:30am. $5/family (one adult and up to 3 children). Additional adults or children $5/each. Marietta Museum of History, 1 Depot Street, Suite 200, Marietta. More info: 770-794-5710 or mariettahistory.org.

Live Nativity and Bethlehem Walk. 5-8pm. The walk through Bethlehem will open at 5pm with performances of the nativity at 5:30pm, 6:30pm, and 7:30pm. Mt. Bethel United Methodist Church, 4385 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta/East Cobb. More info: 770-971-2880, www.mtbethel.org

Live Nativity. 6:15-6:45pm. Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, 1770 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta/East Cobb. More info: 770-971-1465, www.mtzionumc.org

Christmas Dinner-a-Round: Muss and Turner’s East Cobb. Separate checks for dinner; registration required. Everyone meets at the restaurant. 5:30-7pm. 1205 Johnson Ferry Rd, Suite 101, Marietta, GA 30068. More info: http://www.mussandturners.com/eastcobb/

DECEMBER 14
READing Paws. Come read with a therapy dog! This one-on-one program for children in grades K-5 is designed to promote self-confidence and to encourage independent reading skills. Registration is required. 3:30-4:30pm East Cobb Library, 4880 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: 770-509-2730 or cobbcat.org.

“In The Spirit” Presented by Atlanta Pops Orchestra with John Driskell Hopkins. This performance features a very special holiday collaboration between John Driskell Hopkins, founding member of three-time GRAMMY® Award winning Zac Brown Band, and the Atlanta Pops Orchestra. John and the Orchestra collaborated to write and record the 2015 release “In The Spirit: A Celebration of the Holidays” which combines the classic sound of holiday favorites
with new, modern arrangements written by KSU jazz faculty member Wes Funderburk. 8pm. Tickets for this performance are $25-55. Morgan Concert Hall at Kennesaw State University (KSU), 488 Prillaman Way, Kennesaw. More info: kennesaw.edu/music/concerts-and-events