Good morning, Marietta.

Marietta—today the hub for free family events— hosts the Georgia Ballet’s Dracula from Oct 23 to 26 at Jennie T.

Anderson Theatre and a Friday costume block party at Fair Oaks Tennis Center from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. Additional events including trunk or treat, fall festivals and haunted houses will be held at local parks and libraries, giving kids and families a fun way to celebrate Halloween.

Ah-Beetz Pizza opened at 125 Ernest W Barrett Parkway NW in Kennesaw and brings authentic New Haven-style pizza to the area using handcrafted dough and high-tech Italian ovens — many New Haven natives have driven up from afar to try the pies.

The owners plan to open four additional locations in Atlanta before possibly expanding to the Carolinas.

Cobb County Animal Services in Marietta is showcasing Pinky, a ten-month-old female tan/white Welsh corgi weighing 30 lbs, for adoption—pet visits are preferred by appointment to help manage crowding and staff availability.

After initially denying a five-story student housing proposal near KSU, the Cobb County Board of Commissioners approved revised plans that include 621 beds + design adjustments from the developer.

This decision, made this week, sets the stage for the project to move forward.

Atlanta Tango Social Grand Opening

8:00 PM - 12:00 AM — Academy Ballroom Marietta — Learn tango basics before enjoying a classic Buenos Aires milonga under the guidance of Horacio Arcidiacono.

Weekly Comedy Open Mic Night

7-10 p.m. — The Alley Stage — $5 entry — Experience a night of non-stop laughter with a diverse lineup of comedians.

Halloween Celebration at Glover Park Brewery

2-11:55 p.m. — Glover Park Brewery — Kid and pet friendly — Celebrate Halloween with brews and festive fun at the brewery.

Dirty Rotten Scoundrels

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Marietta’s NEW Theatre in the Square — $27.44 - $51.94 — Enjoy a hilarious battle of cons on the glamorous French Riviera.

Annual Gem & Mineral Show

10 AM – 6 PM — Cobb County Civic Center — Free admission — A three-day extravaganza for rock and mineral enthusiasts with activities for the whole family.