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Want to sneak a “behind-the-scenes” peek at the Earl Smith Strand Theatre? The Strand now offers guided tours of the historic theatre, event space, and rooftop terrace. Participants will have the opportunity to learn about the history of the theatre dating back to the 1930s, recent renovation efforts and fun facts about the theatre business.

Date:
Every Monday and Friday at 10am

Admission:
$5

Address:
117 North Park Square, Marietta Ga

Parking:
Parking available and free around the Marietta Square. The Strand is also conveniently located next door to the Cobb County Parking Garage (between Cherokee and Waddell Streets). Parking is $3 before 5pm and free to the public on Mondays through Fridays after 5pm and all day on weekends. Cross Cherokee street and you’re at the Earl Smith Strand Theatre!

For more information, please call (770) 293-0080. The Strand box office, Monday through Friday, 10 AM to 4 PM.

Rise and shine! Every Saturday morning—rain or shine—from May through November, the Marietta Square farmers market gathers an average of 55 vendors, offering a variety of fresh, locally grown, seasonal produce, and garden products. A little bit of “old town” south and fresh air awaits . . . with tasty lemonade, praline pecans—and much, much more—for sale at the homespun Marietta Square Farmers Market.

Customers can choose from heirloom tomatoes, fruits, and vegetables—typically not available from the grocery store. In addition to everyday food staples, like potatoes, onions, squash, beans etc., this popular outdoor market also features a wide assortment of cut flower arrangements, local honey, herbal soaps, whole grain breads, fudge pies, jelly, jam, and preserves.

Put on an ol’-fashioned wide-brimmed southern-style hat and bring a basket to tote home the makings for several local produce-themed meals, or pick up just a few nutritious, fresh, and tasty items to have on hand for the week. Ambitious “green-thumbed” customers can also choose from a varied selection of garden plants and culinary herbs for growing in their own yards and home gardens.

Location:
The Marietta Square Farmers Market will again be located on North Park Square in Historic Marietta Square, between Shillings Restaurant and The Strand Theater in downtown Marietta. North Park Square and part of Mill Street will be closed from 7am to 1pm for the event each Saturday.

Hours
Every Saturday from 9am to noon, now through November 20, 2010.

Admission:
Free

Parking:
Free parking on the Historic Square and County Services Parking Deck

Directions:
Take I-75, exit #265, 1.5 miles west on Route 120 Loop/North Marietta Parkway. Turn left onto Church Street to the Historic Marietta Square.

For more details or updates, call Johnny Fulmer at (770) 499-9393.

Welcome to the Marietta Square Farmers Market.

An average of 55 vendors participate each week.

A variety of seasonal, fresh produce is available each week.

Local farmers sell homegrown tomatoes, fresh off the vine. Get them early before they sell out.

Enjoy some some fresh baked bread.

Take home some plants for your yard or fresh herbs for your next meal.

Soaps and other handmade goods are available.

Fresh cut arrangements as well as potted flowers are available.

Local honey is for sale in a variety of sizes.

Sample a variety of fresh salsa from Zocalo.

Grab a bag of delicious Mr. K's Cookies before they sell out.

Don't forget dessert. Choose from several types of baklava and numerous other delicious baked goods.