Cobb & Douglas Public Health (CDPH) has announced the opening of its brand-new Express Clinic at the Marietta Public Health Center, designed specifically to provide quicker, more efficient access to essential health services. The clinic’s primary focus is on reducing wait times and making health visits easier and more convenient for patients.
The Express Clinic offers several key services, including pregnancy testing, lab titers, rapid Hepatitis C and HIV testing, and comprehensive STI screenings covering Syphilis, Gonorrhea, Chlamydia, and HIV. All services are structured to ensure fast and efficient care, significantly cutting down the time patients typically spend waiting.
CDPH prioritizes patient convenience and efficiency, ensuring each visit is both smooth and timely. The Express Clinic accommodates walk-ins, but those wishing to schedule an appointment or learn more can reach out directly by phone or online.
Hours: Open Monday to Friday from 8 am to 5 pm
Phone:
(770) 514-2300
Address: Marietta Public Health Center 1650 County Services Parkway Marietta, GA 30008
Attention job seekers: Cobb County, along with the City of Kennesaw, is hosting a Countywide Job Fair in April at the Cobb County Civic Center. The event provides an excellent chance for professionals at all stages of their careers to connect with employers eager to expand their workforce.
Job seekers from throughout metro Atlanta are invited to network directly with local employers and experience firsthand why Cobb County has become known as “Where Talent Meets Opportunity.”
In addition to Cobb County and Kennesaw, multiple organizations from around the county have confirmed attendance for the event, including representatives from Smyrna, Acworth, Town Center CID, Powder Springs, Marietta, Austell, and Mableton.
Jim Harner, Cobb County’s chief human resources officer, shared, “Cobb County offers tremendous potential, and this event is an ideal place for talented professionals to meet with companies that are actively hiring. Job seekers should arrive ready to network, interview, and explore available careers.”
Event Highlights:
On-site interviews and immediate hiring possibilities
Networking opportunities with employers and recruiters
Information and resources for career advancement
The event is free and open to the public, welcoming recent graduates, career changers, and experienced professionals alike.
Date:
Tuesday, April 15, 2025
Time:
11 am to 2 pm
Admission:
Free
Address:
Cobb County Civic Center
548 S. Marietta Pkwy., SE
Marietta, GA 30060
For more information, please contact Cobb County Human Resources at cobbcounty.org/hr or (770) 528-2541.
Truist Park is getting a major culinary upgrade for the 2025 season with the launch of the Outfield Market, a 4,600-square-foot eight-stall food hall set to open just in time for the Braves’ 2025 Home Opener on April 4. Located on the Right Field Concourse, directly across from The Pen lounge, this new addition brings a fresh mix of local flavors, fan-favorite eateries, and exclusive ballpark-only menu items.
Alongside the food hall, the space will feature a communal dining area, a Braves Retail location stocked with top team merchandise, and a grab-and-go concessions option. Fans will also be able to stay connected to the action on the field with a new 470-square-foot LED board, and the entire area will be covered by a shade structure to provide relief from the sun.
A Lineup of Flavor-Packed Options
Grindhouse Killer Burgers – A local burger brand that already has a presence at Truist Park has replaced NFA Burger just weeks after the openig of Outfield Market
NFA Burger – known for its smash burgers and a devoted following in Dunwoody, this gas station gem is bringing a mini version of its Classic Burger exclusively to Truist Park. The location lasted through two Savannah Banana games and six Atlanta Braves games before being replaced by Grindhouse.
Velvet Taco – With three locations in Atlanta, this creative taco shop takes global inspiration beyond Tex-Mex, offering flavors like the Spicy Chicken Tikka Taco.
Taqueria Tsunami – A Marietta-based restaurant blending Latin and Asian flavors, serving up dishes such as Asian Nachos topped with Kogi BBQ short rib.
Pepper’s Hotdogs – An award-winning Atlanta hot dog brand, adding a gourmet twist with a specialty Braves hot dog crafted just for the ballpark.
Fred’s Meat & Bread – A two-time MICHELIN Bib Gourmand selection, bringing its signature Cheesesteak and Korean Cheesesteak to Truist Park, expanding beyond its existing locations in the Coors Light Top of the Chop and Blue Moon Beer Garden.
Coop’s Wings – Created by the Delaware North Truist Park chefs behind Coop’s Champion Chicken, this stall will offer classic Buffalo and Lemon Pepper Wet flavors, plus a rotating specialty wing for variety throughout the season.
The Sweet Spot – A dessert destination featuring Mayfield ice cream, authentic beignets from Mo’Bay Beignet Co., gourmet cookies from Sugar Shane’s, and popcorn from Popcorn Remix.
Giving Kitchen – This nonprofit partnership will showcase rotating dishes from local chefs, with proceeds benefiting food service workers in need.
Hannah Basinger, Senior Vice President of Operations for the Braves, highlighted how this expansion reflects the team’s commitment to top-tier dining. “Truist Park and The Battery Atlanta has become a go-to destination to enjoy the top foods of the Southeast. Every year, approximately 10 million people visit our campus, and it’s essential that the offerings and service reflect our dedication to providing the ultimate guest experience,” she said.
Additional Enhancements Around Truist Park
In addition to the Outfield Market, fans can look forward to the new Closer’s Bar, an open-air cocktail bar adjacent to the Coors Light Chop House. This space will feature a rotating selection of signature drinks and a custom mural, adding another premium option for game-day refreshments.
Braves fans can now add top-tier dining to their ballpark traditions, making every trip to Truist Park an opportunity to enjoy some fun new flavors.
Outfield Market at Truist Park
Right Field Concourse inside the stadium
755 Battery Ave SE
Atlanta, GA 30339
(404) 577-9100
Check out these new additions to our Outfield Market!
The Outfield Market is a new 8-stall food hall opening just inside Chop House Gate that will be ready to serve you on our Home Opener, April 4th. pic.twitter.com/gfOYl8YJ2n
The 30th annual Taste of Marietta returns on the last Sunday in April, transforming the historic Marietta Square into a showcase of flavor. Featuring over 50 restaurants and caterers, this event offers a variety of tastes ranging from $2 to $10. In addition to delicious food, attendees can enjoy live music across multiple stages, a sunset concert on the Main Stage in Glover Park, and a variety of family-friendly activities.
BBQ Short Rib Tacos and Thai Chicken Tacos from Taqueria Tsunami
In addition to the delicious food and live music, Taste of Marietta provides entertainment for all ages. Kids can explore the Kid’s Alley with games and inflatables, while sports fans can check out the Sports Corner. Food enthusiasts can watch celebrity chefs in action at the cooking stage, and food trucks will be on-site for additional dining options.
The Taste of Marietta takes place rain or shine, and admission is free.
Dave Poe’s BBQ
Participating Local Restaurants in 2025:
1885 Grill
Australian Bakery Cafe
Bar 44
Belen De La Cruz Empanadas & Pastries
Bottega Italian Market & Pizza
Bruster’s Ice Cream
Carmen’s Kitchen & Cocktails
Carrabba’s Italian Grill
Caribbean Spice
Cocina de la Tia
Confection Perfection Cakes
Copeland’s of New Orleans
Creatwood Tavern
Dave Poe’s BBQ
Deep Fried Brownies
Eden Smoothies
EggRoll Boyz
Fuji Hana Steak & Sushi
Gianni & Mac’s Ristorante
Glover Park Brewery
Hamp & Harry’s
Handmade Dumplings & Noodles
House of Lu
King of Pops
L on North
Latin Fresh
La Bottega
Lolita’s Parlour
Mac’s Chophouse
Mac’s Raw Bar
Marietta Diner
Marietta Proper
Melting Pot Restaurant
Nothing Bundt Cakes
Peach Cobbler Factory
Phyllis Brunch
Piastra
Pie Bar
Season
Silla Del Toro
Solecito Lindo
Southern Sass
Stockyard Burgers and Bones
Sugar Shane’s Gourmet Bakery
Sweet Living Bakery
Tacos Del Chavo
Taqueria Tsunami
The Flippin Chicken
The Third Door
Three Roses Tavern
Tiny Bubbles Tea Bar
Two Birds Taphouse
Walk On’s Sports Bistreaux
Williamson Bros. Bar-B-Q
Willie Rae’s Social House
Woody’s Cheesesteaks
Zama Mexican Cuisine
Live music on the main stage at Taste of Marietta
Entertainment in 2025:
Main Stage
11 am to Noon – Sarah Nova Band
12:30 pm to 1:15 pm – Marietta’s Theatre in the Square: Sage Ensemble
1:30 pm to 2:30 pm – Acoustic Soul
3 pm to 4:30 pm – Better By Daylight
5 pm to 7 pm – GetDown Town
North Park Square Stage
11:30 am to 12:30 pm – Kyle Bradley
1 pm to 2 pm – Mildly Aggressive Folk
Date:
Sunday, April 27, 2025
Time:
11 am to 7 pm
Cost: Admission to the event is free, tastes range from $2 to $10 each. Unlike other festivals, tickets are not required and it is a cash-based festival. ATM machines are available. Inflatables/moonwalks in the kids corner are also available for a fee.
PLEASE NOTE: Parking for Taste of Marietta is not permitted at churches, including First United Methodist Church and Marietta First Baptist Church. The churches have many activities on Sundays and their lots are reserved for their parishioners.
Festival Address:
Taste of Marietta
Historic Marietta Square and Glover Park
50 Park Square
Marietta, GA 30060
More information:
For more information, please contact the Marietta Welcome Center & Visitors Bureau at (770) 429-1115.
Restaurant and food vendors can call (770) 429-1115.
Biscuit and Gravy Dumplings and Korean Bulgogi Dumplings from That Dumpling GuyTaqueria Tsunami food and drinks menuA variety of food trucks at Taste of MariettaThe King of Pops and an ATMThe fountain at the center of Marietta Square during Taste of MariettaThe Strand Theatre and the rooftop terrace during Taste of MariettaDonuts from Dough in the BoxThe Taste of Marietta festival from the rooftop terrace at The Strand
Taste of Marietta Awards of Distinction
Every year, participating restaurants compete for the “Awards of Distinction,” recognizing excellence in several categories. Winners are announced at 3 pm.
Tastiest Taste: Overall award for the best food dish
2018 Winner: The Marietta Local – Chicken & French Toast
Finger Lickin’ Good: The tastiest food eaten with the hands
2024 Winner: EggRoll Boyz – Philly Boyz
2023 Winner: Blaqhaus Atlanta
2022 Winner: Parlay Savory Saloon
2019 Winner: Big Shanty Smokehouse
2018 Winner: Stockyard Burgers – Dirty South
* The 2020 and 2021 events were canceled due to COVID-19.
About Taste of Marietta
Established in 1993, Taste of Marietta is an annual food festival that takes place on the last Sunday in April. Attracting thousands of people each year, it is the longest running and largest food festival in Cobb County. The event takes place in historic Marietta Square and also includes live entertainment, a kids alley, a sports corner, as well as close proximity to the numerous shops and museums in the surrounding square.
For more information, please contact the Marietta Welcome Center & Visitors Bureau at (770) 429-1115.
Painting of Glover Park, featured on the poster for the 2009 Glover Park Concert Series, by Marietta resident, artist, and Elf on the Shelf illustrator Coë Steinwart.
Experience music under the stars at the 2025 Glover Park Concert Series, taking place at 8 pm on the final Friday evening of each month* from April to September. Pack your picnic baskets, blankets, or set up your lawn chairs after 4 pm to secure your spot (no tarps or tents). Personal tables can be set up on North Park Square after 5:30 pm but not in Glover Park.
All concerts during the summer are free, but if you desire a front-row seat, a limited number of tables can be reserved for a fee. Tables can be reserved on a first-come, first-served basis starting at 8 am on the first business day of each month. Call (770) 794-5601 for more details on table reservations.
2025 Glover Park Concert Series Schedule:
April 25, 2025 – The Bourbon Brothers (Tribute to the Rat Pack)
May 30, 2025 – Canyonland featuring Michelle Malone (California Country Rock)
June 27, 2025 – Smokey Jones and the 3 Dollar Pistols (Classic & Outlaw Country Party Band)
July 25, 2025 – The Stranger featuring Mike Santoro (A Billy Joel Tribute Band)
August 22, 2025* – The Soul Cartel Band (Funk & Soul)
September 26, 2025 – Davis and the Love (Variety Pop Hits)
* The August Concert will be moved to the 3rd Friday of August to accommodate set-up for the annual Art in the Park Festival.
Address:
Glover Park
50 Park Square
Marietta, GA 30060
Marietta the Gathering brings together enthusiasts of geek community, pop, culture, and the arts in a vibrant festival at the Historic Marietta Square. The annual festival is a showcase and celebration of the multifaceted nature of geek pop culture.
The Guild Show
Attendees can look forward to The Guild Show, which spans the entire day, featuring artists, makers, and merchandisers who will display an array of items ranging from art to crafts and unique merchandise.
Tourney Alley
Tourney Alley promises an exciting lineup of tabletop games, card tournaments, and a selection of gaming vendors. The alley will be a hub for strategy, competition, and fun, appealing to gamers of all levels of expertise.
Panels, Performances, and Contests
The Glover Park Main Stage and East Park Square Stage will host a variety of panels and performances throughout the day. Highlights include the Ultimate Showdown, and a Cosplay Costume Contest with pre-judging at the Glover Park Gazebo. Each panel and performance offers a unique glimpse into geek culture, from trivia and safety spells to stand-up comedy and special effects makeup demonstrations.
Premier Music Acts
The festival will feature musical performances on the main stage.
Culinary Delights
Boxwood Social Hall will recreate an indoor gaming tavern atmosphere, offering a cozy space for gaming and socializing. To cater to the universal love for food, the festival is inviting unique, exotic, and geek-themed food and beverage vendors to serve the attendees, ensuring that there are plenty of culinary delights to enjoy throughout the day.
With a rich program that spans gaming, art, music, and more, Marietta the Gathering celebrates the city’s vibrant community and its passion for pop culture and the arts.
The Georgia Food + Wine Festival is a spectacular three-day event that takes place at Jim R. Miller Park each March. Enthusiasts will be treated to an array of culinary delights, with local celebrities and chefs showcasing their skills. With a roster of events designed to tantalize the senses, attendees can look forward to evenings such as “Fired Up” and the signature “Savor” tasting event.
Each day is packed with unique experiences. Friday turns up the heat with barbecue mastery, while Saturday unfolds as the main event, offering a VIP Lounge and numerous beverage varietals to sample. Sunday caps off the festivities with a family-friendly atmosphere.
Not only does the festival indulge your palate, but it also serves a noble cause. The partnership with SafePath Children’s Advocacy Center ensures that enjoyment at the festival translates into support for the community.
Schedule:
Friday, March 27, 2026:
“Fired-Up – Friday”
An evening celebrating everything grilled, smoked, barbecued and more. A wide variety of the best barbecue in the South: beef, pork, chicken, seafood and vegetarian dishes will be available to taste from some of Georgia and the South’s most renowned Pitmasters and chefs. Enjoy live music, wine, beer and spirits tastings in a souvenir glass. This is an all-inclusive event, with food and drink included with admission ticket.
Saturday, March 28, 2026:
“Saturday Savor”
An unbelievable afternoon of sumptuous food and drink, with some of Georgia’s best chefs, restaurants and more offering a variety of delicious bites. Tickets include a souvenir wine glass for unlimited beverage tastings of wine, beer and spirits, along with 10 culinary credits (5 Tokens) good towards purchase of gourmet bites and plates from a variety of restaurants, food trucks and specialty food companies. Samples from the culinary and beverage tasting stages will be available for the first 100 people seated in attendance at the Georgia Grown and Celebrity Chef Cooking Demo Stages. Several live music stages will be located throughout the festival. An artisan market with an assortment of unique items will showcase food products, handmade gifts, artwork, and more.
“Saturday Savor – VIP Lounge”
VIP Lounge tickets include early access to the festival and crystal souvenir tasting wine glass. The VIP Lounge is an exclusive, fully catered VIP Lounge experience with designated restrooms, open bars with cocktails, beer and wine, live music and more,. A limited number of tickets are available. The VIP Lounge ticket also includes full access to the general admission area of Savor and $10 in tasting credits (5 Tokens).
Sunday, March 29, 2026:
“Sunday/Funday”
A fantastic festival finale with live music and a variety of delectable restaurants, farmers, artisans, and food trucks. a variety of beverages for purchase. A family friendly event with something for everybody in the family, including a free Kids Zone. There will be a variety of adult beverages available for purchase, including beer, wine and cocktails. Adult tickets also include 10 tasting credits (5 Tokens).
“Sunday/Funday – VIP Lounge”
Enjoy sipping the afternoon away while listening to live music and enjoying unlimited wine, beer and spirits as well as tasting stations. VIP Lounge tickets include admission to Sunday/Funday from 12 –5 pm. Adult tickets also include 10 tasting credits (5 Tokens).
Address:
Jim R. Miller Park
2245 Callaway Rd SW
Marietta, GA 30008
The Cobb County Library and The Friends of the Library are hosting their semi-annual book sale at Cobb Civic Center. Over 100,000 items are for sale at the event which takes place in the spring and fall for three days beginning on Friday. Sale items include books both hardbound and paperback for children, young adults, and adults; audio-visuals including books on tape and compact disc; videocassettes; compact discs; records; magazines; and comic books. All proceeds are used to purchase new books and other library materials.
Please Note: The Cobb County Public Library has canceled the Fall 2025 Book Sale due to limited storage.
From the Cobb County Public Library:
August 11, 2025
Cobb County Public Library has announced the cancellation of its Fall 2025 Book Sale, traditionally held at the Cobb Civic Center during the month of October. The decision was made due to limited storage.
The library typically hosts two major book sales each year—one in the spring and one in the fall. These sales serve as key fundraisers for the library, with proceeds contributing directly to the library’s operating budget.
Due to storage challenges faced by all county departments, the library ceased centrally collecting materials for sale earlier this year. Each book sale requires storage for tens of thousands of items either deaccessioned from library shelves or donated to the library. Due to limited storage, county leadership and the library determined that proceeding with the fall sale would not be feasible.
“The Fall Book Sale is something our community looks forward to each year, and it’s always a joy to see the enthusiasm it brings,” said Teresa Tresp, Division Director of Branch Services. “While we’re disappointed we can’t hold the event this fall due to circumstances beyond our control, we’re committed to exploring solutions and hope to return stronger in the spring. In the meantime, we invite everyone to visit our branch book sales, where they can still find great reads and support the library in a more personal setting.”
While the cancellation is disappointing, Cobb County Public Library remains committed to offering book sale opportunities in other formats. In response, the library has expanded its in-house branch book sales and reduced prices to match those of our larger sale events, allowing patrons to shop for books at their local library branch in a more intimate setting.
Cobb County Public Library is actively exploring storage solutions and hopes to move forward with the Spring 2026 Book Sale as scheduled.
Kennesaw residents Catherine Dowell (left/back), 4, and Evelyn Dowell (front/right), 2, nab children’s hardback books today during the Cobb County Public Library Friends’ Book Sale. (Photo by Erika Ruthman/CCPLS)
Prices Prices range from 50 cents to $4. Prices subject to change.
Books, Magazines, Videos, Records, CDs, and More.
Adult Hardbacks $1.50
Large format paperbacks $1.00
Pocket paperbacks $ .50
DVD, BluRay, CD single discs $2.00
DVD, BluRay, CD multidisc sets $4.00
Audiobooks on CD $1.00
Magazines $ .10/ea or $2.00/box
Children’s Hardbacks $1.00
Children’s Paperbacks $ .50
Board & Golden books $ .50
Records & Puzzles $ .50
Acceptable forms of payment are debit, credit, cash, and check. On Friday until 1 pm, ISBN scanners are not permitted. The book sale will only be able to sell up to 2 boxes of items at a time on Friday until 1 pm. Please plan to pay and take items to your vehicle before continuing shopping.
Date:
Spring Sale: March TBD, 2026
Fall Sale: Canceled for 2025
Time:
Friday from 9 am to 5 pm
Saturday from 9 am to 5 pm
Sunday from 1 pm to 5 pm – bring your own box day: fill any size box (you can bodily get back to your car) for a flat rate of $10 upper level only and $20 lower level only or mixed.
Admission:
Free
Parking:
Free
Address:
Cobb Civic Center
548 South Marietta Pkwy SE
Marietta, GA 30060
(Formerly held at Jim Miller Park)
For information on the sale or to volunteer for this event, please call Alex Beswick at (770) 528-2320 or visit cobbcounty.org/library.
Get ready to spruce up your garden while supporting a great cause. The Cobb 4-H Plant Sale Fundraiser is back, offering a vibrant selection of plants that will brighten your landscape and attract beneficial pollinators to your yard. This annual fundraiser directly benefits Cobb 4-H youth development programs, so your purchase helps make a difference.
The plant sale features a mix of classic favorites and exciting new varieties. From colorful blooms to fantastic ferns, the options are perfect for enhancing your yard’s beauty and attracting helpful pollinators. Quantities are limited, so early ordering is recommended to secure your favorites.
Pre Order Date:
Pre-orders are being accepted until Friday, February 28, 2025, at 5:00 pm.
Pick Up Date:
Saturday, March 15, 2025
Pick Up Time:
9 am to 1 pm. Any plants not claimed by 1:00 pm will be considered a tax-deductible donation.
Admission:
Free
Address:
Jim R. Miller Park
2245 Callaway Rd
Marietta, GA 30008
For more information, please call the UGA Cobb County Extension Office at (770) 528-4070 or visit extension.uga.edu.
About Cobb County 4-H:
4-H is a youth organization whose mission is “engaging youth to reach their fullest potential while advancing the field of youth development”. Its name is a reference to the occurrence of the initial letter H four times in the organization’s original motto “head, heart, hands, and health.” As a program of the UGA College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences Cooperative Extension System, 4-H is part of the nationwide Extension network open to all youth, grades K-12, residing in Cobb County.
The Cobb County Branch of the NAACP together with the Cobb County Government are hosting the annual celebration honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday celebration takes place on the third Monday of January each year.
The event is free and open to all. The celebration features entertainment, dramatic readings, dance, musical performances, and the annual presentation of the “Living the Dream” award to a community member who demonstrates the ideals King exemplified.
The annual celebration takes place at the Jennie T. Anderson Theatre. Following the celebration at 1 pm is the Martin Luther King Jr. parade from Lemon Street to the Marietta Square.
Date:
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Monday, January 20, 2025
Time:
10 am to Noon
Address:
Jennie T. Anderson Theatre
548 S. Marietta Pkwy.
Marietta, GA 30060
Admission:
Free
For more information, please call the NAACP Cobb County branch at (770) 425-5757.
You can also watch the Cobb NAACP’s MLK Day Celebration live at 10 am on Cobb TV’s YouTube page.
