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: 770-528-252
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 NOVEMBER 6
A Chorus Line presented by the Atlanta Lyric Theatre. A Chorus Line, the musical for everyone who’s ever had a dream and put it all on the line. This singular sensation is one of the longest-running American Broadway musicals ever. Thursday-Saturday: 8pm. Sunday: 2pm. Tickets range from $33-$58. Jennie T. Anderson Theatre, Cobb Civic Center, 548 South Marietta Parkway, SE, Marietta. More info: AtlantaLyricTheatre.com or 404-377-9948.
THROUGH NOVEMBER 20
On the Verge or the Geography of Yearning presented by Georgia Ensemble Theatre. Brave, willing and yearning to see it all, three American women explorers begin their trek to Terra Incognita in 1888, taking them through darkest Africa, across highest Himalaya, only to discover they are adrift in time. The heroines navigate through uncharted territory populated with pop culture and possibility. Witty and whimsical safari through place and time. Various times. Tickets: $29-$35. Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest Street, Roswell. More info: 770-641-1260 or get.org
THROUGH DECEMBER 4
Good Mews Décor Market. Get started on your holiday shopping at the Good Mews annual Holiday Décor Market. Choose from festive fall décor, collectibles, ornaments and tree trimmings, knick-knacks and so much more! Proceeds go to Good Mews Animal Foundation, a cage free no-kill shelter for cats. Saturday: 9am-5pm; Sunday: 12-5pm. Free admission. Sandy Plains Shopping Center, 1860 Sandy Plains Road, Suite 202, Marietta. More info: goodmews.org.
NOVEMBER 5
25th Annual Ribbons & Holly Craft Market. Great selection of vendors, unique gifts and objects of art. 9am-4pm. Mt. Bethel United Methodist Church, 4385 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: 770-971-2880 or mtbethel.org.
NOVEMBER 5 & 6
The Elegant Elf Marketplace presented by Sandy Springs Society. A high-end gift market showcasing an estimated 85 carefully selected local/East Cobb and regional vendors. All proceeds benefit over 25 non-profit organizations. 9am-5pm. $5 entrance fee. Lake Forest Elementary School, 5920 Sandy Springs Circle, Sandy Springs. More info: www.sandyspringssociety.org.
NOVEMBER 5, 8, 11 & 13
The Atlanta Opera: Silent Night a powerful, true story of the spontaneous Christmas truce between French, British and German soldiers during World War I on Christmas Eve, 1914. Times vary. Tickets: $35-$136. Cobb Energy Centre, 2800 Cobb Galleria Parkway, Atlanta. More info: 770-916-2800 or cobbenergycentre.com.
NOVEMBER 6
Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park: Artillery Demonstrations. Artillery (cannon) demonstrations show visitors the steps taken to fire cannons during the American Civil War. Each program lasts approximately 30-40 minutes and includes an explanation of the role of artillery during the Atlanta Campaign and at the Battle of Kennesaw Mountain. 11am, 12pm, 2pm and 3pm. Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park, 900 Kennesaw Mountain Drive, Kennesaw. More info: 770-427-4686 x.0.
NOVEMBER 7
Mt. Bethel Elementary School Fun Run/Walk/5k. The Fun Run is dedicated to promoting health and fitness for people of all ages—especially children. 5k: 8am; One Mile Fun Run: 9am; 1/2 Mile Kindergarten Trot: 9:30am. $25. Mt. Bethel Elementary School, 1210 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta/East Cobb. More info: 770-578-7248 or mtbethel.blogs.com/funrun.
NOVEMBER 8
Computer Basics. This class is for the computer novice. Students will be presented with basic computer terminology, a basic understanding of the parts of a computer, and information about using the keyboard and mouse. Prerequisite: none. Space is limited to 8 participants. 3-4:30pm. Free. East Cobb Library, 4880 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: 770- 509-2730.
Election Day/School Holiday
NOVEMBER 9
Planned Giving Seminar presented by Cobb Community Foundation. Topics include: Methods to maximize the value of donated assets, tax considerations and how they should impact your year-end gifting plans, and, other tools which enable you, your family, and your charity all to benefit simultaneously. 10-11:30am. Free. RSVP is requested. The Earl Smith Strand Theatre, 117 North Park Square, Marietta. More info/RSVP: 770-859-2329 or nancy@cobbfoundation.org.
NOVEMBER 10
Mt. Bethel Christian Academy Main Campus Open House for prospective families for the 2016-17 school year. 10am. Mt. Bethel Christian Academy, 4385 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: 770-971-0245 or mtbethelchristian.org.
NOVEMBER 11
Tears to Triumph: The Spiritual Journey from Suffering to Enlightenment. Book signing lecture by renowned spiritual teacher and bestselling author Marianne Williamson offers an impassioned spiritual perspective on the epidemic of depression sweeping our society and joins a growing chorus of voices addressing the over medication of America in her new book. 7pm. Tickets $65-$85. Unity North Atlanta Church, 4255 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta. More info: 678-819-9100 or unitynorth.org.
NOVEMBER 11-12
31st Annual Mt. Zion Craft Show sponsored by the Mt. Zion United Methodist Women. Artists and crafters, door prizes, silent auction, pictures with Santa, bake sale, and more. All proceeds of this show benefit church and local women’s and children’s ministries. Friday: 9am-5pm; Saturday: 9am-4pm. Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, 1770 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta. More info: 770-971-1465 or mtzionumw.org.
Atlanta Antique Gun and International Military Show. Fri: 12-5pm; Sat:9am-4pm. Admission: $7; Ages 7-12 $1; 2 day pass $10, IAMAW Union Hall, 1032 S. Marietta Parkway, Marietta. More info: 704-282-1339 or thecarolinatrader.com.
