Cobb EMC is teaming up with experts who will share how solar energy systems work. Attend the FREE Solar Energy 101 and enter to win prizes, including a bill credit.

Light refreshments will be served. Registration is required, and seats will be given on a first-come, first-served basis. This is a Cobb EMC member-exclusive event.

Guest speakers: R. Stanley Allen and George N. Mori of SolAmerica
RSVP: www.cobbemc.com/solar101

Free Solar Seminar for Cobb EMC members.

Date:
Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 6 p.m.

Admission:
Free Solar Seminar for Cobb EMC members.

Address:
Cobb EMC Community Room
1000 EMC parkway
Marietta, GA 30060

Parking:

For more information, please call (770) 429-2111 or visit http://www.cobbemc.com/content/solar-energy-101

On Saturday, March 19, 2016 from 11 am to 2 pm, Sewell Mill Baptist Church will host its Annual Easter Egg Hunt. Church representative Sasha Watson said, “The custom of the Easter egg originated with early Christians, who stained the eggs red in memory of the blood of Christ shed at His crucifixion. Join us for a community event to kick-off the Easter season featuring egg hunts for children through 5th grade with prizes, plus crafts, games, cake hop and a silent auction. Lunch will be served at $5 per plate for an Adult and $3 for children. Admission is free, but please consider a donation to our cause. All proceeds to benefit the missionaries we support all over the world. Bring your Easter basket, camera, sunscreen and friends!”

Date:
Saturday, March 19, 2016 from 11am to 2pm

Admission:
Free admission & parking.

Address:
Sewell Mill Baptist Church
2550 Sewell Mill Road
Marietta GA 30062

Parking:
Free parking in the church parking lot

For more information, please call (770) 971-2636 or visit https://www.facebook.com/events/468930239961346/

From Academy Award-nominated director Richard E. Robbins, Girl Rising journeys around the globe to witness the strength of the human spirit and the power of education to change the world. Viewers get to know nine unforgettable girls living in the developing world: ordinary girls who confront tremendous challenges and overcome nearly impossible odds to pursue their dreams. Prize-winning authors put the girls’ remarkable stories into words, and renowned actors give them voice.

Peace Corps will be screening the film with refreshments and a discussion of the movie to follow.

This event is free and open to the public.

Date:
Thursday, April 2nd, 2015 at 6:30 pm

Admission:
This event is free and open to the public.

Address:
Avery Art Gallery
390 Roswell Street
Marietta, GA 30060

For more information, please call (404) 562-3456 or visit http://www.peacecorps.gov/volunteer/learn/meet/events/16218/

DICK’S Sporting Goods will be opening its 19th store in Georgia and 607th store nationwide on Friday, March 13th at East Cobb Crossing in Marietta.

DICK’S three-day grand opening celebration will run through Sunday, March 15th, 2015. The store will open at 8:00 a.m. Friday and Saturday and 9:00 a.m. Sunday.

On Friday, the first 100 people in line will be eligible for a free Reebok Play Dry® T-Shirt. Guests who are in line at 7:45am on Friday will get a chance to open the DICK’S Sporting Goods Gift Locker.*

Former Atlanta MVP Dale Murphy will make an in-store appearance from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturday.**

Saturday and Sunday giveaways include a free Mystery Gift Card from $5 to $500 for the first 100 adults in line. Guests who are in line at 7:45 a.m. Saturday and 8:45 a.m. on Sunday will also get a chance to open the DICK’S Sporting Goods Gift Locker.*

“We look forward to opening our new DICK’S Sporting Goods in the Marietta community,” said Lauren Hobart, Senior Vice President & Chief Marketing Officer, DICK’S Sporting Goods. “We want to serve athletes of all ages in Marietta by providing the equipment they need to help them excel.”

The new location will feature Nike and Under Armour shops, athletic and outdoor apparel and footwear and the latest gear for team sports, fitness, camping, hunting and fishing. More than 40 in-store services by DICK’S certified PROS in sports and outdoor specialties such as bike, golf and fishing will also be available.

Visit DICKS.com/Marietta for details and LIKE DICK’S Sporting Goods on Facebook for the latest information on local appearances, special events and brand activations.

*NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Purchase does not improve chance of winning. Limit one t-shirt, mystery gift card and/or gift locker combination per person, per day. Must be 18+ for gift card and gift locker promotions. See store or DICKS.com/Marietta for details and odds of winning.

**Wristband required for autograph. Wristbands will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis on the day of event only. Limit one per person. Visit DICKS.com/Marietta for details.

The Marietta Police Department’s Training Unit will host a Firearm Safety Seminar on Thursday, March 12, 2015. This seminar is designed for civilians and will cover a variety of topics to include safety, laws, and alternative weapon usage. The seminar is free of charge.

“This program has been developed to educate the citizens on current firearm laws and weapon safety.  We want to equip citizens with the knowledge and skills so they feel confident owning and handling a firearm or weapon if they choose to do so,” says Lieutenant Jake King of the Marietta Police Training Unit.

The Firearm Safety Seminar will be held on Thursday, March 12, 2015, in Marietta City Hall Council Chambers, 205 Lawrence Street Marietta. In order to secure a seat in this seminar please respond by email to dbaldwin@mariettaga.gov leaving your name, telephone number and number of requested seats. The seminar will begin at 6:30 p.m. The following topics will be covered:

• Firearm/Weapon Safety
• Firearm/Weapon Law
• Recommended Home Defense Weapons
• Civilian Model Stun Guns
• Carry/Use of Pepper Spray

This seminar is lecture based only and citizens are not required to bring anything. Information packets will be provided to attendees. The seminar is open to all ages and is approximately two hours in length. Please do not bring any firearms or weapons to the seminar.

Marietta author, Harry Lembeck, to discuss Taking on Theodore Roosevelt: How One Senator Defied the President on Brownsville and Shook American Politics

Theodore Roosevelt historian, Harry Lembeck, will discuss and sign his just released book, Taking on Theodore Roosevelt: How One Senator Defied the President on Brownsville and Shook American Politics, at , on . This book investigates Roosevelt’s controversial action discharging the black soldiers from the army “without” honor” and without trial, recounts the heroic challenge to his decision by Republican Senator Joseph Foraker of his own party, and considers how Roosevelt’s uncompromising stance may have affected black Americans and their support for the party of Lincoln.

Presidential historian Douglas Brinkley highly recommends this book and Tweed Roosevelt, president of the Theodore Roosevelt Association, said Lembeck’s experience “gives him a unique perspective on an unfortunate chapter in Theodore Roosevelt’s presidential history. Readers will enjoy this engaging and informative book.” Sixty-seven years after the event, President Nixon finally corrected Roosevelt’s action.
Mr. Lembeck resides in Marietta GA and is a member of Congregation Ner Tamid, has spoken about Roosevelt at meetings and seminars of historical organizations and acted as a historical adviser for a PBS program on peonage called Slavery by Another Name.

To reserve your copy of the book in advance, e-mail events@mynertamid.org Discounted price of $25 Cash, Check & Credit Cards accepted at the event, which is free to attend.

Date:
Saturday, February 7, 2015 at 7:30pm

Admission:
FREE Admission, signed book at a discounted price

Address:
Congregation Ner Tamid
1349 Old Highway 41, Suite 220
Marietta, GA 30060

Parking:
FREE

For more information, please call 678-264-8575 or visit http://www.mynertamid.org

Congregation Ner Tamid will have its annual Purim Celebration on Sunday, March 1, 2015 starting with the Megillah Reading at 11:30am sharp. A Purim Carnival, including games plus a bouncy house, & Silent Auction will follow from Noon to 2pm, rain or shine, at Congregation Ner Tamid, 1349 Old Hwy 41, Suite 220, Marietta GA 30060.

Entrance fee is $18 per child. Parents FREE!! Food will be served at an extra cost: (cash only). Simultaneously with the Purim Carnival, there will be a Silent Auction, with items donated by Congregants, friends and local businesses. For more information about Congregation Ner Tamid and a list of some items in the Silent Auction, visit www.mynertamid.org, e-mail fundraising@mynertamid.org or call 678-264-8575.

Date:
Sunday, March 1, 2014 from 11:30 am to 2 pm

Admission:
Entrance fee is $18 per child. Parents FREE!! Food will be served at an extra cost: (cash only).

Address:
Congregation Ner Tamid
1349 Old Hwy 41, Suite 220
Marietta GA 30060.

Parking:
FREE

For more information, please call 678-264-8575 or visit http://www.mynertamid.org

The Premier of MUTTropolitan Pet Fashion Show

The Marietta “MUTTropolitan Pet Fashion Show” makes its runway debut on Saturday, February 28, 2015. This event benefits the Cobb County Animal Control Shelter, Ahimsa House, a non-profit organization that helps shelter people and pets that have to flee their home because of domestic violence, and PAWSitive Supporters, a non-profit group doing spay/neuters in low income areas of Cobb County.

The event will be at Jim Miller Park in exhibit halls A & B (enter parking on Calloway Rd.) from 2-6pm on February 28th, 2015. For more information, to purchase tickets, or inquire about limited vendor spaces that are available- contact Alison at 678-978-1475 or go online to www.mariettamuttro.com.

The star of the event will be the dogs on the runway of the fashion show. There will be pet related vendors, entertainment, light food and beverages, and a silent auction, all benefiting the shelter and the two non-profit organizations. Cobb County Animal Control will be bringing dogs that are available for adoption, and also collecting unexpired, unopened dog or cat food to donate to the local pet food bank, Cooper’s Cupboard.

This event is sponsored by Pet Pages Atlanta http://petpagesatlanta.com and RaggDogDuds http://www.raggdogduds.com.

Event Flyer:
http://www.mariettamuttro.com/uploads/1/7/8/3/17835387/muttro_flyer_1-21-15_flat_fee_28_pdf_for_print.pdf

Date:
Saturday, February 28, 2015 from 2 pm to 6 pm

Admission:
$28

Address:
Jim Miller Park in exhibit halls A & B
2245 Callaway Road
Marietta, GA 30008

Parking:
Free Onsite Parking

4th Annual Hunter’s Helping Hands 5K Run and Fun Day. All proceeds will benefit the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation.
There will be a 5K at 8am, 1K at 9am, Tot Trot at 9:20am, followed by a Family Fun Day from 10am to 3pm. The 5K is a Peachtree Road Race qualifier with chip timing and the Fun Day will feature human hamster balls, euro bungee, inflatables, live music, food trucks, arts and craft vendors, online raffle and more.

Date:
Saturday, April 18, 2015 from 8 am to 3 pm

Admission:
Free Admission
5K, 1K, & Tot Trot $25.00
Activities vary $1.00 – $8.00

Address:
Marietta Square
East Park Square

Parking:
Free parking at the 2 Cobb County parking decks, by the Courthouse

For more information, please call 678-873-7768 or visit Huntershelpinghands.com