Good morning, Marietta.

Exso, a 4-year-old neutered male pit bull terrier with a brindle and white coat, is available for adoption at Cobb County Animal Services Shelter in Marietta; the shelter prefers scheduled appointments but accepts walk-ins at 1060 Al Bishop Drive—pet adoptions require planning to ensure a smooth visit.

The Cobb Chamber will host a Community Insights Tour on Feb.

27 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. for over 40 local leaders to tour the Atlanta Beltline and learn about its redevelopment plans—attendees will also join a roundtable discussion and receive breakfast, lunch, and transportation.

This weekend in Cobb County, Marietta hosts a free art walk at Marietta Square on Friday from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.—along with a Holiday Open House at The Rustic Market and a show of Dirty Rotten Scoundrels: The Musical at Theatre in the Square.

Saturday features a Veterans Memorial 5K at 7:30 a.m., a Veterans Day Parade, a recycling event at Jim Miller Park, and a Georgia Players Guild concert from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., while Sunday offers the final Sanders Family Christmas family event and a musical matinee.

The Home Depot Foundation announced a $30 million grant to support veteran housing initiatives ahead of Veterans Day — part of a broader $750 million commitment to veteran causes by 2030.

Officials from the Cobb County Sheriff’s Office and the Cobb Sheriff’s Foundation announced the annual Santa on Wheels program—collecting unwrapped toys for up to 3,000 children in need until Dec.

3rd. Marietta residents can drop off toys at local sheriff offices as a Santa event will be held on Dec. 13 to brighten the holidays for families in need.

Internationally acclaimed silhouette artist Clay Rice will appear at the William Root House in Marietta on November 9 to offer one-minute silhouette portraits to visitors — advance reservations are required for the $52 package that includes two child profile copies, with additional copies available for $10.

Today, Cobb DOT begins removing 57 median trees from Columns Drive to replace them with 50 new trees and hundreds of rhododendron shrubs—steps taken after consulting an arborist and holding meetings following recent fallen tree incidents.

Planting is expected to be mostly finished by early January with maintenance continuing through spring.

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.

A Sage Christmas Musical Revue

3:00-4:30 p.m. — Marietta’s NEW Theatre in the Square — $36.00 - $64.75 — Celebrate the season with a festive blend of holiday tunes performed by the Sage Ensemble.

The Marietta Pilgrimage Christmas Home Tour

Various times — Marietta Welcome Center — $30-35 — Explore beautifully decorated private homes in the Kennesaw Avenue Neighborhood during this cherished annual holiday event.

A Sage Christmas Musical Revue

3:00 – 4:30 PM — Marietta’s NEW Theatre in the Square — Ticket information not provided — Enjoy a heartwarming musical revue featuring beloved holiday tunes from classics to contemporary hits.

Marietta Square Farmers Market

9 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Marietta Square Farmers Market — Free entry — Browse fresh produce and unique local goods from a variety of vendors.

Georgia Symphony Orchestra's Holiday Pops

3-5 p.m. — Marietta Performing Arts Center — Ticketed event — Experience the joy of the season with festive favorites, heartwarming classics, and a special appearance by Santa Claus.