Good morning, Marietta.

Spokeo warns Marietta residents that unsolicited USPS texts mimic package tracking alerts and aim to steal personal details—tricking users into clicking harmful links.

Experts advise ignoring these messages, blocking the senders, and reporting suspicious texts to protect personal information.

Kennesaw State University senior Deja Boney has been named a 2025 Newman Civic Fellow — a national award recognizing her leadership and service — and will attend the Annual Convening of Newman Civic Fellows in Chicago from October 16 to 18.

Today, fall has arrived and experts say that north Georgia mountains will reach peak color mid to late October while trees in the metro area will turn vibrant after Halloween.

Dry weather may slow the change but cooler mountain mornings help brighten the display—providing residents a beautiful autumn scene.

The Georgia DOT will host a Public Information Open House for the proposed I-285 Westside Express Lanes project (P.I.

No. 0013917) in Cobb and Fulton counties.

A 6 month old male white/orange tabby cat named Kind is available for adoption at the Marietta shelter run by Cobb County Animal Services.

The shelter prefers visits by appointment yet accepts walk-ins—call 770 499 4136 for more information.

Marietta PAL Fall Festival Family Fun House

4-7 p.m. — Hugh L. Grogan Jr. Community Center — Free entry — Enjoy a day of exciting games, delicious food, and family fun while supporting local youth programs.

A Night of Rock & Rockabilly

9 PM — Dixie Tavern — $10 cover — Experience a supercharged rockabilly and rock show with Atlanta's Hot Rod Walt & the Psycho DeVilles.

Love & Basketball: Live Stage Play & Showcase

8-11 p.m. — Apache XLR — General admission required — Experience a thrilling blend of theater, music, and dance inspired by iconic Black films of the 90s and 2000s.

Sushi Class: Craft Rolls at Schoolhouse Brewing

6-8 p.m. — Schoolhouse Brewing — Cost info not provided — Learn to make sushi with Chef Jennifer in a local brewery setting.

Georgia BMX Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony 2025

2-4 p.m. — Camps Kitchen and Bar — $61.60 — Celebrate the latest inductees into the Georgia BMX Hall of Fame at this annual ceremony.

Music in the Park

4-6 p.m. — East Cobb Park — Free entry — Enjoy a relaxing afternoon of live music from local duo Rusted Melody in a community setting.

90's Rock Tribute with B4Y2K

9:30 PM — Dixie Tavern — $10 Cover — Experience the energetic sounds of 90's rock with B4Y2K at Dixie Tavern.

Chalktoberfest 2025

12-5 p.m. — Marietta Square — Free entry — Experience the creativity of chalk art in the heart of Marietta with the annual Chalktoberfest.

Marietta HarvestFest

9 AM – 5 PM — Marietta Square — Free entry — A family-friendly festival with crafts, contests, and Halloween fun awaits everyone.

Comedy on the Square

8 p.m. — The Alley Stage — Ticket prices may vary — Experience world-class comedy with top-tier talent in an intimate setting that promises nonstop laughs.