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Marietta
Saturday, April 19th, 2025
Good morning, Marietta. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 19th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Molly is a 3-year-old orange tabby cat at Cobb Animal Services in Marietta that is available for adoption. Cobb Animal Services now prefers that visits be made by appointment — walk-ins are still welcome to help manage staffing and support pet needs. Cobb County Courier
- ➤ Insect, a 3-month-old female tri color hound weighing 19 lbs, was featured as Dog of the Day by the Cobb County Courier from the Cobb Animal Services Shelter in Marietta—visitors are encouraged to schedule an appointment to meet her. Cobb County Courier
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Marietta is inviting artists to submit works for its annual Fine Art Festival, part of Art in the Park, which will be held from August 30 — September 1 at the historic Marietta Square in Glover Park. Applications close on May 15 and exhibitors have generous booth spaces available. Cobb County Courier
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students at a local school built lab tanks to raise trout from fertilized eggs— they plan to release the fish in the Chattahoochee River as part of their school project. 11Alive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Senior Citizens Council of Cobb County and Cobb County Senior Services will cohost a Cobb Legislative Delegation forum on Tuesday, April 22 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Senior Wellness Center at 1150 Powder Springs Street in Marietta—state legislators serving Cobb districts have been invited to answer senior concerns. Cobb County Courier
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Cobb Senior Services Expo
10 AM – 2 PM — Cobb County Civic Center — Free admission — Explore senior services and enjoy health screenings and informative seminars.
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Flannel Nation - 90's Rock Tribute
9:30 p.m. — Dixie Tavern — $10 Cover — Experience high-energy performances by Atlanta's top female-fronted 90's rock tribute band.
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Breakthrough Basketball Skills Camp
April 26-27 — Decatur Recreation Center — $97+ — Elevate your game with top-notch shooting drills and offensive strategies.
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Rotary Club Networking Event
12:00 – 1:30 PM — Hilton Atlanta/Marietta Hotel & Conference Center — Free entry — Connect with local professionals and build your network in Cobb County.
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Ray Howard Band: Earth, Wind & Fire Experience
8-9:30 p.m. — Earl and Rachel Smith Strand Theatre — VIP packages available — Experience the vibrant tribute to Earth, Wind & Fire's timeless musical legacy.
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80's Pop/Rock Tribute - Flux Capacitor
9:30 p.m. — Dixie Tavern — $10 Cover — Dance the night away with Atlanta's Original 80's Pop/Rock Party Band performing all the iconic hits.
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Macaron Class: Brewery Baking Experience
Macaron Class — a hands-on culinary adventure — Schoolhouse Brewing — Craft beer available — Master the art of French macarons while enjoying the brewery ambiance.
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Georgia Mineral Society Gem, Mineral & Fossil Show
10 AM - 6 PM — Cobb County Civic Center — Free admission — Explore a vast array of minerals, fossils, and jewelry at this annual gem show with fun activities and prizes.
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Mother's Day Canoeing Experience
Introduction to canoeing — All day — Chattahoochee Nature Center — $25 general public/$12.50 members — Celebrate Mom with a fun paddling experience for all skill levels.
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Kennesaw State Owls vs. Georgia Southern Eagles
6-10 p.m. — S. Walter Kelly Sr. Memorial Field — Cheap tickets available — Experience the excitement of a live baseball game between the Kennesaw State Owls and Georgia Southern Eagles.
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