Wednesday, October 17, 2012
Are you happy that the Marietta Square Farmers Market has been extended? What vendors do you want to see at the market?
The Marietta Square Farmers Market’s season has been extended to just before Christmas. Typically the Farmers Market stops on the weekend before Thanksgiving; however, Marietta City Council voted to allow the farmers market to be open from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturdays between Nov. 24 and Dec. 22. Keep up with all the news you care about by subscribing to our free email newsletter, liking us on Facebook and following us on Twitter.
Tuesday, October 2, 2012
Here is your guide to the Fall happening in Marietta—haunting movies, runs, a zombie walk, the Harvest Fest, the Cobb Rodeo, shopping, the Cobb book sale, music, costume contests and more.
1. Friday, Oct. 5: Final First Friday Art Walk: The final Art Walk of the season takes place on Marietta Square from 5 to 9 p.m. 2. Saturday, Oct. 6: 19th annual Habitat Road Race—5K, 1 mile and Tot Trot: The proceeds from the race will be used to build Mt. Bethel’s 32nd Habitat for Humanity house. The post race celebration will include refreshments, a dj, food, vendor exhibits, door prizes and fun for kids. The race starts at 8 a.m.; admission is $20 by Oct. 3 and $25 after Oct. 3.
Mt. Bethel UMC,
4385 Lower Roswell Rd.
Marietta. 3. Oct. 6 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.: 5K race benefitting Make a Wish Georgia: The race will begin and end at the Marietta Square. Registration is $25 for untimed 5K walk/run, $35 for timed 5K run; Children 6-12 years…
Friday, August 10, 2012
"The Best of Broadway" at the Strand Theatre, "Legally Blonde the Musical" at the Cobb Civic Center, "Avenue Q" at the Alley Stage and "Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street"—it's a weekend full of theater and music in Marietta.
1. The bright lights of Broadway are coming to Marietta Square in a high-energy musical revue of fast paced fun with knockout voices and jaw-dropping dancers performing the very best songs from the heart of the American theatre industry. The Best of Broadway is the first of this year’s Strand produced revues to have a two weekend run from August 10-18. 2. Legally Blonde the Musical is coming to stage at The Cobb Civic Center’s Jennie T. Anderson Theatre August 10 through 26. Get your pink on and join Atlanta Lyric Theatre for this all-singing, all-dancing, feel-good musical comedy. 3. Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street is a 1979 musical thriller with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and libretto by Hugh Wheeler. Catch the …
Thursday, July 26, 2012
This weekend in Marietta "Smoke on the Mountain" will play at the Strand Theatre, Good Mews will hold its Pins for Purrs fundraiser, The Fabulous Expressions will perform in Marietta Square and more.
1. The bluegrass revival Smoke on the Mountain, starring members of the original Theatre in the Square cast, will be presented by the Atlanta Lyric Theatre from July 27 through Aug. 5 at the Strand Theatre. 2. Spend an afternoon having some fun and helping to raise money in support of the cats of Good Mews by coming to the 2012 bowling fundraiser (Pins for Purrs) at Brunswick Zone, 2749 Delk Road, Marietta on Sunday, July 29 from 2 to 4 p.m. Tickets are $20. 3. Come out to Glover Park to listen to The Fabulous Expressions (Beach), part of the Glover Park Concert Series, Friday at 8 p.m. 4. Join the Marietta Trolley Co. for a ride through Marietta history Thursday through Saturday at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. and Sunday at 1 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. …
Thursday, July 12, 2012
Check out some of the events going on in Marietta this weekend.
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Thursday, July 12, 2012
DJ Trivia Beat boredom tonight and play DJ Trivia at Sidelines Sports Grille and Bar at 1440 Roswell Rd. There are various categories to entertain a wide range of people, and the three top teams will win prizes. Trivia begins at 8 p.m. Red Hare Brewing Company Tours and Tastings Come with us as we take a walk through the brewery. Last call for beer is at 7:20 p.m. on Thursday and Friday, and 5:20 p.m. on Saturday. Souvenir glasses for beer tasting are available for $10. The glass comes with six tickets for sampling beer. The Red Hare Brewing Company is located at 1998 Delk Industrial Blvd. Tour times are Thursday and Friday from 5:30-7:30 p.m., and Saturday from 3:30-5:30 p.m. The Complete Works of William Shakespeare, Abridged [revised] …
Thursday, July 5, 2012
Check out some of the events going on in Marietta this weekend.
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Thursday, July 5, 2012
Mo' Motown Get ready to dance, sing and laugh with The Temptations, Gladys Knight & the Pips, the Jackson 5 and Smokey Robinson. Your Motown favorites will hit the stage at the Strand Theatre this weekend in Mo' Motown. Showtimes are 8 p.m. July 5-7 and 2 p.m. on July 8. Tickets are $20, and seating is assigned. "Scary-etta Tours" Step aboard a trolley for a "spirited" 90-minute fully-narrated ride through Marietta. Learn the history of Marietta though the eyes of the dearly departed, and hear stories of the ghosts residing in the Kennesaw House and the story of the haunted Mary Meinert statue at the St. James Episcopal Cemetery. You can also walk around the Old City Cemetery and hear accounts of Marietta’s most famous ghost the "Lady in …
Thursday, June 28, 2012
Family Day at the Marietta-Cobb Museum of Art, the Summer Craft Beer Tasting at the Marietta Wine Market, dating old portraits with Pamela Cole and more—check out what's going on this weekend in Marietta.
1. On Friday, June 29, come out to enjoy the Glover Park Concert Series—China Grove (Doobie Bros Tribute Band). Concerts begin at 8 p.m. Get more information on the Glover Park Concert Series here. 2. It’s time for the First Sunday Family Day at the Marietta-Cobb Museum of Art. The first Sunday of each month from 1 to 4 p.m., you can join the museum for an afternoon of fun activities for the family. 3. Join the Marietta Wine Market on Saturday, June 30 from 2 until 4 p.m. for the Summer Craft Beer Tasting. Along with the beers, the market will be serving grilled chicken, black beans and chips with a souvenir glass to keep. Proceeds from the event will go to the Homeless Pets Foundation sponsored by Dr. Good of Town & Country Vet. The cost …
Thursday, June 14, 2012
Get out with your friends and family this weekend in Marietta with the Cobb County Classic Rodeo, Juneteenth Celebration on Marietta Square, theater and tours.
1. It's time for the Cobb County Classic Rodeo at Jim Miller Park on Friday at 8 p.m. Admission is $15 for adults, $12 for children and free for children under five. 2. Enjoy music under the stars on Marietta Square with the Cobb County NAACP Branch’s Juneteenth concert on Friday, June 15 at 7 p.m. The event features Jazz, R&B, Spoken Word and more. The free evening concert kicks off the Annual Juneteenth Celebration. Bring your lawn chairs, picnic baskets, blankets and enjoy this fun filled evening. 3. The Cobb County branch of the NAACP is hosting the 9th annual Marietta Juneteenth Celebration on Marietta Square on Saturday, June 16, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. The Juneteenth Celebration celebrates Juneteenth, the name given to the date June …
Friday, May 25, 2012
Take a closer look at the Marietta Square Farmers Market with Causey's BBQ Sauce.
Don't forget about the weekly Marietta Square Farmers Market, which runs 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday and 12 to 3 p.m. on Sunday. Keep up with all the news you care about by subscribing to our free email newsletter, liking us on Facebook and following us on Twitter.
Monday, April 23, 2012
An interior designer takes the spotlight on TV, a hazmat evacuation occurs, READing Paws dogs hold an event, Gabriel's Restaurant announces changes and more—check out the weekend Marietta news.
F-35 Carrier Variant Completes First Formation Flight The mission tested flying qualities of the aircraft while taking off, landing and flying in formation for more than one hour. Evening Snacks for Better Sleep May is Better Sleep Month, a perfect time to think about the quantity and quality of your sleep. Marietta's Jennings an Elite 11 QB The high school junior earned a spot at the national finals by winning MVP honors at Friday's regional football camp. Marietta Interior Designer Takes the Spotlight in 'Design Wars' Marietta Interior Designer Lori May went to battle against two other designers on Friday's HGTV episode and came out victorious. Marietta Madam Guilty of Conspiracy Luz Gutierrez admitted in federal court to staffing …
