Good morning, Marietta.

Giving Kitchen is a nonprofit that helps food service workers pay bills and rent during tough times.

Started in Atlanta in 2013 after chef Ryan Hidinger's illness inspired local support, it now links workers to mental health, addiction recovery, and housing help—growing to serve the Southeast and beyond.

Bruce (a 3-year-old, 104 lb black/brown rottweiler) is available for adoption at Cobb County Animal Services in Marietta; the shelter now asks visitors to book an appointment online while still accepting walk-ins for lost or stray pets.

Marietta officials held a traditional push-in ceremony on Tuesday when firefighters and city council members pushed a new fire truck into Station 55's garage.

The two trucks cost $650 thousand each and were built by Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. plus older high-mileage vehicles will be overhauled and returned to service.

Marietta's Cobb County Animal Services Shelter has Ash, a 2-year-old grey tabby domestic short hair cat weighing 8 lbs, available for adoption.

Visitors can see her by walk-in or scheduled visit (1060 Al Bishop Drive) and call (770) 499-4136 for more details.

Jen Pawol will become the first woman to umpire an MLB game this weekend as she works the Braves versus Marlins series—she will serve the bases on Saturday and call plate on Sunday at Truist Park.

The 48-year-old from New Jersey has umpired spring training games—her historic move sets a milestone for future female officials.

Sara Hells and Olivia Barnes Live Performance

7-10 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $20.03 — Enjoy a night of music with independent artists from Georgia and beyond.

Comedy Show Featuring Tammy Pescatelli

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Earl and Rachel Smith Strand Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the brassy humor and sharp wit of a hard-working female comedian.

Friday Night Spades & Card Party

6:30-10:30 p.m. — Luckey's BBQ Place — Free entry — Enjoy a lively night of spades, card games, delicious BBQ, and great company.

POParazzi & Heroes of Hope Concert

9 PM — Dixie Tavern — $10 cover — Experience high-energy pop and rock hits from the 80s to now with Atlanta's female-fronted band POParazzi.

39th Annual Marietta Art in the Park

10 AM - 5 PM — Marietta Square — Free entry — Explore fine arts, engage in crafts, and support local schools over Labor Day weekend.