Whether you prefer to enjoy an outside activity or seek refuge indoors from the pollen invasion, there’s something for everyone in this week’s event round-up. For even more to do around town, visit our events calendar HERE.
APRIL 8
Cobb County Master Gardeners Lunch and Learn: Sow Now, Reap Later: Spring Garden Planning. Amy Whitney, UGA Extension – Cobb County & Cobb Master Gardener will help you plan your spring vegetable garden. Bring your lunch. 12-1pm. Free. Cobb County Water Lab, 662 S. Cobb Drive, Marietta. More info: 770-528-4070 or cobbmastergardeners.com.
APRIL 8-24
The Atlanta Lyric Theatre presents Dreamgirls. The story of an up-and-coming 1960s girl group about the triumphs and tribulations that come with fame and fortune. Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays: 8pm. An additional matinee performance on Saturday, April 23 and Sundays: 2pm. $38-58. Jennie T. Anderson Theatre, 548 S. Marietta Parkway, Marietta. More info: www.atlantalyrictheatre.com.
APRIL 9
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-4pm. $5/adults; Admission is free for spouses and children under 12. Jim Miller Park, 2245 Callaway Road, Marietta. More info: 770-517-6701 or www.gsra.com.
MarketPlace 120 Presents Pop-Ups and Petrol. Eclectic Pop-Up Market and Classic Car Cruise-In at Marketplace120 in Marietta, featuring artists, vintage dealers and more in the vendor area. As well as hosting vendors, MarketPlace 120 will have beautiful vintage autos from every generation. Expect everything from the wild to traditional in the market. 11am-6pm. MarketPlace 120, 562 Wylie Road SE, Suite 24, Marietta. More info: 678-540-7511, email: info@marketplace120.com or marketplace120.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: www.kennesawmountaintrailclub.org.
APRIL 9-10, 16-17, 23-24, 30-May 1, 7-8, 13-15
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 that operates a volunteer-based no-kill shelter for homeless, abused, and abandoned cats. Saturdays and the last Friday: 10am-5pm. Sundays: 12-5pm. 2562 Cobb Parkway SE, Suite 8-A, Smyrna. More info: 770-499-2287 or www.goodmews.org.
APRIL 9 & 23
Marietta Square Artists Market. The Artists 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: www.ArtistsMarketMarietta.com.
APRIL 11 & 25
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: www.cobbchamber.org.
APRIL 12
Keeping our County TREES – Beautiful! Representatives from the Marietta Tree Keepers will be talking about the Arbor Day Foundation, the history of Marietta Tree Keepers, and tying the two together with the history of Arbor Day. Participants will also be informed in the selection and planting of trees on their properties. 7-8pm. Reservations are required. Call 770-509-2730 to secure a seat. East Cobb Library, 4880 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta.
APRIL 14
Cobb Chamber Business After Hours. Business After Hours provides a great opportunity for networking in a casual environment. 5:30-7:30pm. General admission: $25 online. Cobb Chamber Members: Free online. Hotel Indigo Atlanta-Vinings, 2857 Paces Ferry Road, Atlanta. More info: Contact Mary Beth Moore at 770-859-2359, mmoore@cobbchamber.org or www.cobbchamber.org.
