Good morning, Marietta.

Lions Club volunteers supported the Chick-Fil-A Peach Bowl on Saturday, Jan.

17 by setting up a climbing wall, bounce house, and card-writing station for kids and patients at AG Rhoades facilities. Barry Krebs shared photos and thanked Chick-Fil-A for hosting the event.

A satellite equipped with Space Armor from local Atomic6 aerospace lab will launch aboard a Starship this fall from Vandenberg Space Force Base — the invention is designed to stop fast space debris and protect satellites.

Local students earned academic honors for fall 2025.

Marietta students such as Luke Cox were named to Dean's and President's lists at colleges including Elmhurst University, the University of Evansville, and James Madison University.

Doug Jones, a KSU Foundation trustee, and his wife Anna have donated $100,000 to create an MBA scholarship for non-business undergrads at Michael J.

Coles College of Business in Cobb County—its first award will come in the fall while the couple plans to meet the recipients.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day is observed Monday, Jan.

19 — government offices close and many service projects are planned in Cobb to honor his legacy. Residents can look forward to volunteer opportunities across the county.

A Wellstar physician advises Marietta residents to take winter safety measures by clearing walkways with (salt, sand, or kitty litter) and wearing boots with grip (rubber or neoprene) to reduce fall risk as icy conditions persist.

A new all-women boutique studio, LuLu Belle, now offers small-group fitness classes in the local neighborhood.

Owner Shelly Thomas says movement is a gift that helps residents stay active (and strong) for everyday tasks.

Landslide: A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac

8 PM – 12 AM — Earl and Rachel Smith Strand Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience a nostalgic tribute to the legendary sounds of Fleetwood Mac.

Painting on Tap

4-6 p.m. — 3 Amigos Mexican Bar & Grill — Ticket includes drink and supplies — Unleash your creativity with a fun painting class for all skill levels.

Bugs & Suds Fly Tying Social

Evening — Alpharetta Outfitters — Free entry — Gather with fellow fly-fishing enthusiasts for food and fun while tying flies.

80's Tribute HOT FLASH

9:30 PM – 3:30 AM — Dixie Tavern — No Cover — Celebrate the greatest dance rock and new wave hits from the 80s.

Landon Talks Live

7 p.m. — The Alley Stage — $ — Experience iconic southern storyteller Landon Bryant as he shares tales from mules to vegetables in a charming, intimate setting.

Big Game Bash Atlanta

5-8 p.m. — Live! at the Battery Atlanta — $30 buckets, $5 drafts — Catch the Big Game and enjoy food and games at this festive watch party.

Love Letters in Sound: A Piano Recital

7:30-9:30 p.m. — dk Gallery — Admission required — Experience a romantic journey through music that captures love and longing by great composers.

Valentine's Day Surf and Turf Dinner

5-9 p.m. — Camps Kitchen and Bar — $45 per guest — Delight in an indulgent surf-and-turf experience featuring skirt steak and Maine lobster tail.

Wycliffe Gordon: Hello Pops!

4-5:30 p.m. — Earl and Rachel Smith Strand Theatre — $30 to $70 — Celebrate the legacy of Louis Armstrong with a dynamic performance of beloved classics and original compositions.