Bring on the fun and soak up the summer sun before the school bells ring and buses hit the streets. For more great East Cobb area events, visit 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: cobbemc.com/content/request-wood-chips.
EVERY MONDAY
Garden Tour at Barrington Hall. Discover how the gardens have been restored, receive gardening tips and learn about heirloom and native plants. Free tour of the historic gardens at Barrington Hall. Begins at the main house back porch. No reservations are necessary. 9:30am. Free. Barrington Hall, 535 Barrington Drive, Roswell. More info: roswellgov.com.
EVERY FRIDAY AND SATURDAY
Brew with a View sponsored by Red Hare Brewery. Come out for live music, drinks and a crystal clear view of the square and Kennesaw Mountain from the Cobb Terrace. No cover charge. Age 21+. 7-11pm. Earl and Rachel Smith Strand Theatre, 117 North Park Square, Marietta. More info: 770-293-0080 or www.earlsmithstrand.org.
EVERY SATURDAY AND SUNDAY
Marietta Square Farmers Market featuring products that are grown and produced in Georgia, including produce, plants, honey, breads and cheese. Free. Saturday: 9am-12pm; Sunday: 12-3pm. Historic Marietta Square, 65 Church Street, Marietta. More info: 770-499-9393 or www.mariettasquarefarmersmarket.com.
EVERY THURSDAY
Christian Movie Night. Enjoy a different movie every week with popcorn, candy and soda. 7pm. Admission free. Johnson Ferry Baptist Church Room 272/274, 955 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta/East Cobb. More info: Debbie.Dellano@jfbc.org.
EVERY THURSDAY, FRIDAY & SATURDAY
A Raisin in the Sun. Meet the Younger family the day before they are getting a $10,000 insurance check from the death of the father, Walter Younger. Tensions increase as each member of the family tries to get their own way, eventually threatening to break apart their foundation completely. Thursday & Friday: 7:30pm; Saturday: 2:30pm & 7:30pm; Sunday: 2:30pm. $25+. Marietta’s New Theatre in the Square, 11 Whitlock Avenue, Marietta. More info: 770-426-4800 or www.theatreinthesquare.net.
THROUGH JULY 21
182nd Marietta Campmeeting. For nearly 200 years, fellow Christians have come together, on this sacred ground, to share their experiences with God. Campmeeting is a non-denominational revival where everyone is invited to join in the glorious celebration of our Lord. Starts with a covered dish picnic at 6pm on Friday followed by the first service at 7:30pm. Services will be held twice daily (11am and 7:30pm) the remaining days ending with the 11am service on Sunday, July 21. Free. Marietta Campground, 2300 Roswell Road, Marietta/East Cobb. More info: mariettacampmeeting.org.
JULY 19 & 20
Antique Gun & Military Collectibles Show & Sale. Friday: Noon-5pm; Saturday: 9am-4pm. $7/adults; $1/ages 7-12. 2-day pass $10. International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers, Local Lodge 709, Union Hall, 1032 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta. More info: 704-282-1339 or richard@thecarolinatrader.com.
JULY 20
Pop-In for Family Fun. Explore the museum in a whole new way! Crafts and activities will be provided to create a fun learning environment that explores different topics of history with a local focus. June’s theme is “Cultures of Cobb.” July’s theme is “Aviation/Space Exploration.” 10:30am-3:30pm. Admission: $5 with a family cap at $20. Marietta Museum of History, 1 Depot Street, Marietta. More info: 770-794-5710 or www.mariettahistory.org.
2nd Annual MiniCon. Bring the whole family to celebrate comics and pop culture! You’ll find something for everyone in the family, including: Workshops, Panels, Gaming, Vendors, Cosplay Contest, Children’s Costume Parade, Food, Face Painting, Crafts and more. 10am4pm. Free. Sewell Mill Library, 2051 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta/East Cobb. More info: 770-509-2711.
JULY 21
Braves Summer Concert Series featuring Zach Williams. Williams’ debut album, “Chain Breaker,” reached #2 on the Billboard Christian Charts and won the 2018 GRAMMY® Award for Best Contemporary Christian Music Album. Immediately following 7:20pm game. Free with purchase of game ticket. SunTrust Park, 755 Battery Avenue, Atlanta. More info: mlb.com/braves/tickets/concerts/zach-williams.
JULY 23 & 24
Defensive Driving/Driver Improvement Class presented by Safe America. If you are already driving but want to lower the cost of your car insurance or if you’ve gotten a traffic ticket and need to take a defensive driving class, this class is for you. 6-hour class taught by certified instructors. 6-9pm. Court ordered/point reduction: $95. Insurance rate reductions only: $30. Safe America Foundation, 2000 First Drive, Suite 310, Marietta. More info: 770-973-7233 or www.safeamericadrivers.org.
JULY 25
Open House at the College of Continuing & Professional Education (CCPE) at KSU. Info sessions on Healthcare, Management, Technology, Hospitality, Languages, Paralegal, HR, Finance, Real Estate classes and more. 10% discount on enrollment in most classes. Free. 6-8:30pm. College of Continuing & Professional Education, KSU Center, 3333 Busbee Drive, #3301, Kennesaw. More info/register: 470-578-6765 or ccpe.kennesaw.edu.
