The holiday season has come to a close, but that doesn’t mean the fun has to stop! Jump into January with these East Cobb-area activities. For even more things to do, click onto our online calendar HERE.
ONGOING
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.
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 www.chattnaturecenter.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.
JANUARY 5-22
Greetings Friend, Your Kind Assistance is Required presented by the Georgia Ensemble Theatre (in the photo above). World premiere comedy from Atlanta’s favorite playwright, Topher Payne. When retired schoolteacher Rhonda Charles opens an email in her spam folder with the subject line, “Greetings Friend your kind assistance is required,” the journey of a lifetime begins. Showtimes: Wednesday: 7:30pm, Thursday-Friday-Saturday: 8pm, Sunday: 2:30pm. Tickets start at $24.77. Georgia Ensemble Theatre, Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest Street, Roswell. More info: 770-641-1260 or www.get.org.
JANUARY 5-26
Man and Machine. This Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM) exhibit features artwork from Cobb County students. Mon-Thurs: 10am-5pm. Call for weekend and evening hours. The Art Place, 3330 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta. More info: 770-509-2700 or theartplace.us.
JANUARY 7
Painting with Roma: Sunset. Learn to Paint with Roma, featuring the 16 x 20 oil painting “Sunset.” This is a class for all levels, beginner to advance. Even if you’ve never picked up a brush this class is for you. This is an all-inclusive class lasting from 10am-4pm, so be sure to pack a lunch. All this for $85 (all supplies included) and if you’re a military veteran this class is discounted to $45 with military I.D. MarketPlace 120, 562 Wylie Road SE, Suite 24, Marietta. More info:678-540-7511 or marketplace120.com.
Recycling Day at Pope High School. Metal, electronics, paint, paper shredding – $10 minimum donation for unlimited electronics and metal – additional fees for TV and CRT monitors, paint and paper shredding. Pick up available within 10 miles of Pope High School for additional fee. Detailed information at popeband.com/recycle. Proceeds benefit Pope High School Band. 9am-4pm. Pope High School, 3001 Hembree Road, Marietta/East Cobb. More info: popebandrecycling@gmail.com, state RECYCLING in subject line for quick response.
JANUARY 8
Conversations. An afternoon of conversations about faith and sexuality. Talk about stuff you always wondered about but are afraid to bring up in church – our sexual identities and who and how God created us to be. Parents meet in the Sanctuary and middle school and high school students meet in the Fellowship Hall. Students will also be separated by gender. 4-8pm. A box dinner is included in the $10 registration fee. Mt. Bethel United Methodist Church, 4365 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta. More info/to register: 770-791-2880 or mtbethel.org.
The Georgia Bridal Show. Meet face to face with wedding professionals and find everything you need to create the wedding of your dreams. 12-5pm. $10 in advance online or $15 cash only at door. Cobb Galleria Centre, 2 Galleria Parkway, Atlanta. More info/tickets: eliteevents.com.
JANUARY 9
Cobb Chamber First Monday Breakfast. A panel discussion featuring Mike Boyce, Chairman of the Cobb Board of Commissioners; Sam Olens, President of Kennesaw State University; and Al Thurman, Mayor of Powder Springs. These leaders will discuss their vision for the year ahead. Question and answer segment will follow the program. 7:30-9am. Attendees are encouraged to arrive at 7am for a dedicated networking time before the event. General admission: $60, Chamber members: $30. Cobb Galleria Centre, Two Galleria Parkway, Atlanta. More info: 770-980-2000 or www.cobbchamber.org.
JANUARY 10
East Marietta Library’s Homework Help. Have a question about your math problem? Do you need help finding a book or an article to finish a research project? Students and their adult caretakers can get general homework help and information about library and online homework resources at the East Marietta Library. Grades 1 to 5 and their adult caretakers. No registration required. East Marietta Library, 2051 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: 770-509-2711 or www.cobbcat.org.
JANUARY 11
68 Reasons for Optimism about Israel’s Future. Gil Hoffman, chief political correspondent and analyst for the Jerusalem Post, provides a behind the scenes look at the intrigue and humor in the Israeli political arena. Coffee and refreshments. $10. 8pm. Chabad of Cobb, 4450 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta. More info/to register: 770-565-4412 or www.cobbjewishacademy.org.
Continuing Professional Education Open House. Discover how Kennesaw State University (KSU) Continuing Education classes can help you reach your personal and professional goals. Get a sneak peek at numerous courses and certificate programs offered annually. 6-8:30pm. Free. KSU Center, 3333 Busbee Drive NW, Kennesaw. More info: Registration is required and can be completed at ccpe.kennesaw.edu or 470-578-6765.
JANUARY 12
Adventure Guides Parent Meeting for Dads. This group helps dads and their boys or girls 5-12 years old, build strong, lasting relationships. At the meeting families are placed into “Circles” – a group of 5-6 families that live in the same area. Circles meet once a month, rotating locations. Meeting activities include games, songs, crafts, stories, and refreshments. Adventure Guides runs February 1 through May 20. 7-8pm. $25 registration fee, plus a $35/person fee for vests and badges. McCleskey-East Cobb Family YMCA, 1055 East Piedmont Road, Marietta. More info: 770-977-5991. Register in person or online at www.ymcaregistration.com, using Class IDs 429598 for Dads/Daughters or 429601 for Dads/Sons.
Joy of Parenthood. Expecting parents learn about newborn behaviors and care including holding techniques, diapering, feeding, dressing and bathing. 6-9 pm. $30. WellStar/East Cobb Health Park, Community & Education Room, 3747 Roswell Road NE, Marietta. More info/to register: 770-956-STAR (7827) or wellstar.org.
JANUARY 12-15
Shen Yun: Connecting Heaven & Earth, banned in communist China today, the profound spirit of this lost civilization brought to life on stage with unrivaled artistic mastery. Every dance movement, every musical note, makes this a stunning visual and emotional experience you won’t find anywhere else. January 12-14: 7:30pm; January 15: 1pm. Tickets: $70 – $200. Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, 2800 Cobb Galleria Parkway, Atlanta. More info: 800-745-3000 or www.cobbenergycentre.com.
JANUARY 13
Cobb Chamber Executive Women (CEW) Luncheon. The speaker will be Judge Mary Staley. Judge Staley presided over the Justin Ross Harris – Hot Car Case. Registration and networking will begin at 11am. Program: 11:15am-1pm. Early-bird registration closes Friday, January 6. CEW Members: $20 online; guests: $30. Starting January 7: $25 CEW members; guests: $35. The Georgian Club, 100 Galleria Parkway, 17th floor, Atlanta 30339. To register: www.cobbchamber.org. More info: 770-859-2359.
Perennials in Your Garden: Choosing, Planting and Caring for Perennials. Presented by Gayle Evans, Cobb Master Gardener. 12-1pm. Bring a sack lunch. Cobb Water Lab, 660 South Cobb Drive, Marietta 30060. More info: 770-528-4070 or cobbmastergardeners.com.
