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Hey, y’all!
My wife and I spent last weekend doing absolutely nothing productive, and honestly, it was glorious.
But this weekend's got enough going on that we're actually making plans, which for us in February is saying something.
The RV Show at the Cobb Galleria caught my eye, not because we're buying anything, but because walking through 150 rigs and pretending we're the kind of people who own a fifth wheel is a free date that beats scrolling Zillow on the couch.
It runs through Sunday, and admission is free. Hard to beat that.
Friday night's stacked if you're looking for a real night out: the Tina Turner tribute at The Strand is supposed to be high-energy, and First Friday Art Walk is always an easy, no-reservation-needed evening on the Square.
Jimmy O. Yang (loved him in Silicon Valley) is at Cobb Energy tonight if you want to knock out a comedy show midweek.
The Seasonal Tip this week is all about getting your tax stuff together before April sneaks up, which I realize isn't glamorous, but future-you will be grateful.
Planner's below. Pick one thing, go do it, and call it a win.
See you out there.
- Andrew
In Today’s Connect:
🚐 RV Show, monster trucks, comedy, and live music
📰 Schools, roads, weather, and neighborhood updates
🏡 Three new listings to watch this week
🆓 A calm, cozy outing at Sewell Mill Library
🐾 Meet Aslan, a loyal orange tabby looking for a home
… and so much more!
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This issue is sponsored by Peachy Insurance
Tax season has a funny way of making you look at all your finances, and your insurance is worth a second look too.
February is one of the best times to review your coverage because you're already in "paperwork mode" and nothing is actively on fire (literally or figuratively).
A lot changes in a year.
Maybe you refinanced, added a car, finished a renovation, or your teen started driving.
Any of those can shift what you actually need (and what you're overpaying for).
Peachy Insurance is an Atlanta-based company built to move quickly and keep things simple: fast quoting, clear explanations, and licensed professionals who'll help check your coverage without the runaround.
A few things Peachy can help you review in 10–15 minutes:
Home: dwelling limit vs. current value, liability coverage, and whether recent upgrades (kitchen, deck, finished basement) are reflected in your policy
Auto: mileage updates, teen driver discounts, comprehensive vs. collision, and rental/roadside coverage you might be missing. Or paying for and not using
Bundle check: whether pairing home + auto saves you money for your situation (no pressure — just clear options)
Get a quote or coverage review here: peachyinsurance.com OR text/call us 404-600-1660 (Closed on Saturdays and Sundays)
🚐 The Ultimate RV Show
Cobb Convention Center
2 Galleria Pkwy, Atlanta, GA 30339
Thursday-Saturday, Feb 5-7 from 10AM-8PM
Sunday, Feb 8 from 10AM-4PM
Cost: Free admission
Details: Event info
If your family has been daydreaming about road trips, camping weekends, or just "what would it be like to own an RV?" this is an easy, low-pressure way to explore it all under one roof.
The Ultimate RV Show brings more than 150 fully staged RVs to the Cobb Convention Center, from compact campers and travel trailers to fifth wheels, toy haulers, and big Class A motorhomes.
Walk through different floorplans, compare options side-by-side, and chat with reps about towing, storage, and budget without driving from dealership to dealership.
What to expect
Giant showroom energy: rows and rows of RVs you can actually walk through and explore.
Kid-friendly by default: it's basically a maze of "tiny houses" to climb in and out of. They'll love it.
Zero sales pressure: admission is free, so it's a great "just browsing" outing if you're not ready to buy but want ideas for a future season.
Know before you go
Plan for 1-2 hours minimum. There's a lot of ground to cover.
Wear comfy shoes. You'll be on your feet.
Snap photos of your favorites and jot down model names so you can compare later.
Sunday closes earlier (4pm) if you're planning a last-minute visit.
🏈 Sidelines Grille
4719 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta, GA 30068
If you need a spot where the adults can watch the game and the kids can just be kids, Sidelines Grille is an easy choice.
It's the kind of place that works for "no one wants to cook" nights, post-practice team dinners, or casual birthday gatherings where everyone just wants hot food fast.
What to expect
Wall-to-wall screens: TVs everywhere, including at some booths, so you're not squinting at one far-off game while juggling nuggets and crayons.
Something for everyone: wings, smashburgers, wraps, Tex-Mex for the adults. Kids Burger and Kids Fingers for the little ones.
Bright, casual vibe: it's loud enough that your toddler's meltdown won't turn heads, but not so chaotic you can't hear each other.
Weekly events like Music Trivia (“Sound Check”)
Know before you go
Portions are generous and prices are reasonable. Come hungry.
Service holds up even on busy game-day evenings.
Great for groups: teams, extended family, last-minute "let's all meet up" plans.
If you're celebrating something low-key (end of season, kid's birthday), they can handle it without a fuss.
Details & menu: Restaurant website
✂️ Pigtails & Crewcuts: Marietta - East Cobb
4724 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta, GA 30068
This kid-focused salon has been serving East Cobb families since 2004, with colorful chairs, fun distractions, and stylists who really know how to work with wiggly or nervous little clients.
What to expect
Specialty is children's haircuts, but they also offer braids and ear piercing.
Turn "just a trim" into a quick confidence boost before photos, holidays, or special events.
The staff is used to first-haircut jitters and will take things at your child's pace, which is a lifesaver for toddlers and sensory-sensitive kids.
Know before you go
Book ahead through their website or app to skip the wait.
Easy errand to pair with a Merchant's Walk or Lower Roswell lunch stop when you want to squeeze in something practical that still feels like a treat.
Browse/learn more: Business website
3040 Clearbrook Dr, Marietta, GA 30068
$390,000
3 beds
2 baths
1,651 sqft
0.25 acres lot
Realtor:
Lauren Summers
(404) 933-1896
Click here to view.
$549,900
4 beds
3 baths
3,288 sqft
0.42 acres lot
Realtor:
Brennan Ballard
(678) 699-1807
Click here to view.
2262 Pine Warbler Way, Marietta, GA 30062
306 Greyhaven Ln, Marietta, GA 30068
$1,595,000
5 beds
6 baths
5,855 sqft
0.48 acres lot
Realtor:
Emily Diamond
(770) 714-5701
Click here to view.
Click here to be the business everyone hears about next week!
🌳 Civic group tackles litter on East Cobb roads
Members of the East Cobb Civic Association recently spent a morning picking up litter along their designated stretch of roadway as part of the county Adopt A Mile program.
The group helps keep major East Cobb corridors looking tidy while also keeping an eye on zoning and development issues that affect nearby neighborhoods.
It is a simple, hands on way neighbors are improving the look and feel of the community.
Source: East Cobb News
🚧 Resurfacing work to include Providence Road
Cobb commissioners have approved a new round of resurfacing projects that include sections of Providence Road and other corridors that many East Cobb drivers use daily.
The work is part of an ongoing effort to catch up on road maintenance across the county.
Expect some lane closures and slower traffic when construction begins, especially during daytime hours.
Source: East Cobb News
🍽️ New restaurant inspection scores posted for East Cobb
Recent health inspection scores are in for a number of East Cobb restaurants, including spots such as Atami Grill Sushi, Brazilian Bakery Cafe and others.
Many of the listings earned A grades, and each entry includes details about any violations and how they were corrected.
It is a useful quick check if you are trying a new place or just curious about your regular favorites.
Source: East Cobb News
🏠 Toll Brothers Announces Luxury Homes Coming to East Cobb
Toll Brothers announced Tuesday it's bringing a new luxury home community called Cameron Cove to East Cobb at 1459 Belfair Drive in Marietta.
Site work is already underway, with the community anticipated to open for sale in spring 2026.
Cameron Cove will feature single-family homes with 3 to 5 bedrooms and up to 3,366 square feet of living space, priced from the upper $600,000s.
Homes will include options for basements, loft spaces, and additional bedrooms and bathrooms, with access to resort-style amenities.
"Cameron Cove will provide home shoppers with the perfect blend of luxury, convenience, and connection in the highly desirable East Cobb area," said Eric White, Division President of Toll Brothers in Georgia.
Source: Globe Newswire
🌐 Clearwave Fiber Bringing High-Speed Internet to East Cobb
Clearwave Fiber announced Monday an expansion of its fiber internet network into Marietta and surrounding Cobb County communities, including Fair Oaks, West Marietta, and East Cobb.
Construction has already begun, with the first customers expected to come online in early 2026.
The expansion will bring multi-gigabit fiber internet with speeds up to 10 Gbps to homes and businesses, supporting streaming, remote work, online learning, and smart home integration.
"Expanding into Marietta reflects our mission to close the digital divide and deliver world-class Internet where it's needed most," said Charles Lawrence, spokesperson for Clearwave Fiber.
Source: Clearwave Fiber
🐾 Aslan
Adult, Domestic Medium Hair (orange tabby)
Aslan is a fluffy orange gentleman who came to Good Mews from a local shelter and has put in the work to bounce back from a rough start.
He is curious and affectionate and loves being petted and hanging out near "his" person, but he can get a bit overstimulated, so he will do best with an adopter who can read his body language and give him space when he asks for it.
Aslan has high blood pressure and is on medication, and he is also FIV positive, but FIV cats can live long, healthy lives and can safely live with non FIV cats as long as everyone gets along.
He is the kind of cat who will be a loyal, loving companion for someone patient who is looking for a true best friend and is ready to give him the forever home he has been waiting for.
Available at Good Mews Animal Foundation — 3805 Robinson Road, Marietta, GA 30068
Hours: Saturday 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Sunday 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM (Weekday appointments available via [email protected])
Phone: (770) 499-2287
Profile: Adoption link
Thursday, February 5
🚐 The Ultimate RV Show | Cobb Galleria Centre, 2 Galleria Pkwy, Atlanta | 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM | Free admission | Show details
Walk rows of RVs and travel trailers in one place and let kids dream about future road trips while you collect ideas for spring break or summer. Runs through Sunday Feb 8.
Friday, February 6
🚐 The Ultimate RV Show | Cobb Galleria Centre, 2 Galleria Pkwy, Atlanta | 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM | Free admission | Show details
Day two of the RV showcase with travel trailers, fifth wheels, and motorhomes from multiple dealers.
🎤 Gregory Porter: Love is King Tour | Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, 2800 Cobb Galleria Pkwy | 8:00 PM | Ticketed | Event Info
For a smoother, more soulful Friday night than the rock tributes, catch the Grammy-winning jazz vocalist right in our backyard.
Saturday, February 7
🧒 Free Kids Event: Wikki Stix Loads of Love Card | Lakeshore Learning Store, 4287 Roswell Rd, Marietta | 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM | Free | Event info
Drop in with kids age 3 and up to make Wikki Stix crafts, try hands on activities and maybe win a Lakeshore gift card, which is an easy winter weekend plan that does not require registration.
🛍 Marietta Square Artisan Market | Mill Street, Marietta Square | 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM | Free to browse | Market info
Stroll Mill Street for locally made art, soaps, jewelry and more before or after you stop by the farmers market.
🥕 Marietta Square Farmers Market | 41 Mill Street, Marietta | 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM | Free to attend | Market info
Stock up on winter greens, fresh bread and local honey early in the day, which makes meal prep for the week a lot easier.
🚛 All Star Monster Truck Tour | Jim R. Miller Park, 2245 Callaway Road, Marietta | Evening shows | Ticketed | Event info
Big trucks, big noise and big excitement that skew more to the thrill seeking kids and teens crowd; consider ear protection and arrive early for parking. Also runs Sunday Feb 8.
🚐 The Ultimate RV Show | Cobb Galleria Centre, 2 Galleria Pkwy, Atlanta | 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM | Free admission | Show details
Day three of the RV showcase continues through Sunday
Sunday, February 8
🏛 Super Museum Sunday at William Root House | 80 N Marietta Pkwy NW, Marietta | 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM | Free | Event info
Take advantage of statewide free admission and give kids a low pressure introduction to a local history museum where you can leave whenever nap time hits. Over 100 Georgia museums participate.
🖼 Free Sunday at MCMA | Marietta Cobb Museum of Art, 30 Atlanta St SE, Marietta | 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM | Free | Event Info
Admission is waived for all visitors on the second Sunday of the month (coinciding with Super Museum Sunday). Catch the current exhibit by Maya Perez-Lugones before the football frenzy starts.
🚛 All Star Monster Truck Tour | Jim R. Miller Park, 2245 Callaway Road, Marietta | 2:00 PM | Ticketed | Event info
Sunday afternoon show featuring monster truck racing, freestyle, and wheelie competitions.
🚐 The Ultimate RV Show | Cobb Galleria Centre, 2 Galleria Pkwy, Atlanta | 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM | Free admission | Show details
Final day of the RV show with shorter hours, so arrive early for the best selection.
Thursday, February 5
🧠 Resilient Cobb Summit | Cobb Chamber of Commerce Community Room, Atlanta | 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM | Registration required | Summit info
Half day summit on community connection, wellness, and resilience presented by Cobb Collaborative, geared toward community leaders, service providers and engaged residents.
🎙 Landon Talks Live | The Alley Stage, 11 Anderson Street, Marietta | 7:00 PM & 9:30 PM shows | Tickets | Event info
Iconic Southern storyteller Landon Bryant brings his stories and sayings to Alley Stage, which makes for a fun night out for grownups who need a laugh. Two shows available. 18+ event.
😂 Jimmy O. Yang Big And Tall Tour | Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, 2800 Cobb Galleria Pkwy | 8:00 PM | Tickets | Event info
Easy date night pick if you enjoy standup comedy and want a night that feels different than another dinner and scroll.
Friday, February 6
🎵 Rolling On The River: Tina Turner Tribute | Earl and Rachel Smith Strand Theatre, 117 N Park Square, Marietta | 8:00 PM | Tickets | Event info
High energy live band tribute packed with Tina Turner hits, which is perfect for a parents night out after the kids are in bed.
🎨 Marietta Square Art Walk | Marietta Square | 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM | Free | Art Walk info
Turn Friday into a casual date night or friends outing while you pop into galleries and shops that feature local artists. First Friday monthly event.
Saturday, February 7
💃 Dancing With The Stars of Marietta | Earl and Rachel Smith Strand Theatre, 117 N Park Square, Marietta | 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM | $30 to $50 | Event info
Local community figures pair with dancers for a fundraising competition that feels like a live reality show and supports Georgia Metropolitan Dance Theatre.
Sunday, February 8
🎬 To Kill A Mockingbird (1962) Screening | Earl and Rachel Smith Strand Theatre, 117 N Park Square, Marietta | 3 PM | Tickets | Movie info
Classic film screening with a free organ pre-show on the Mighty Allen Theatre Organ starting 30 minutes before showtime. Best for older teens and adults who are ready to talk about the themes afterward.
🌳 Terrell Mill Park
480 Terrell Mill Rd, Marietta
Source: Ricky Carson on Google
If your weekend energy is more “we should get out of the house” than “let’s plan a whole production,” Terrell Mill Park is a perfect low-pressure win.
It’s a big, easy East Cobb park with walking trails, a playground, picnic pavilions, and restrooms.
The kind of place where kids can move, adults can breathe, and nobody has to spend money to feel like they did something.
Source: Chris Harp on Google
Morning strategy (best for calm vibes):
Go earlier in the day, park close to the playground, and start with a slow lap on the walking trail to warm up (bonus points if you bring coffee).
Then let the kids burn off the wiggles at the playground while you sit in the “I can actually see them” zone.
Source: Deepa Reeves on Google
Afternoon plan (when you need an easy “hang”):
Turn it into a picnic-and-play stop. Bring snacks, a soccer ball, or scooters, and just let the park do the heavy lifting.
If there are games happening, it’s also weirdly relaxing to watch a few minutes of tennis or youth sports with zero commitment.
Source: Vivek Asthana on Google
Hidden features:
Tennis center + big sports fields (it’s one of those parks that always has something going on).
Picnic pavilions that make it feel like a “real outing,” even if you’re only there for 45 minutes.
Source: Ramakrishna Mareedu on Google
Parking & bathrooms:
Parking is free and straightforward. Restrooms are on-site (always a key detail when you’re rolling with kids).
Map: Google Maps
Tax season is officially here, and if your "filing system" is still a junk drawer, a shoebox, or a vague promise to deal with it later, this is the week to spend ten minutes getting ahead of the stress.
📋 The 10-minute tax prep reset
1) Round up your documents before they scatter
W-2s and 1099s should be arriving (or already have). Check your mail and your email, since many come digitally now.
Gather mortgage interest statements (1098), childcare receipts, and medical expense summaries in one folder, physical or digital.
If you freelanced, sold anything online, or earned side income in 2025, pull those records together now before you forget.
2) Check last year's return for easy wins
Open last year's return and look at what you claimed. It is the fastest way to jog your memory on deductions you might miss this time around.
If your life changed in 2025 (new baby, new home, job change, childcare costs), flag those items now so your preparer or software catches them.
3) Pick your method and book early
If you use a CPA or tax preparer, book your appointment now. Wait lists fill fast, and early filers tend to get refunds sooner.
If you DIY, make sure your software login still works and update your payment info before the rush. Helpful resource: IRS Free File options
Set a calendar reminder for April 15 so the deadline does not sneak up on you.
🏢 Local pros who can help
If "doing it yourself" sounds like a recipe for a stress headache, these East Cobb firms handle individual and family returns and are already booking for this season:
Wright Tax Solutions
Over 30 years of experience, right at the corner of Johnson Ferry and Post Oak Tritt. Individual, family, and small business returns.
Book your appointmentEast Cobb Tax & Accounting
Full-service tax prep and e-filing for individuals and businesses, with year-round support if the IRS ever sends a letter nobody wants to open.
Learn moreMoore CPA Firm
East Cobb-based firm offering tax prep, planning, and QuickBooks setup if your small business books need attention too.
Get started
The biggest tax season mistake is not complicated math or missed deductions.
It is procrastination. Ten minutes of sorting now saves hours of panic in April, and if you are owed a refund, filing earlier means that money hits your account sooner.
Job Opportunities
Looking for a new gig close to home? Here are a few solid openings around East Cobb:
City of Marietta — Customer Service Representative
On-site utility billing/customer support (great “steady hours + people skills” role).
City of Marietta — Maintenance Technician I
Entry-level facilities/parks maintenance work (hands-on, varied days).
Apply: Maintenance Technician I
Cobb County Government — Water Customer Service Specialist II (Call Center)
Customer-facing role helping residents with water accounts and billing questions.
Cobb County Government — Safety Specialist
Training + compliance-focused position supporting workplace safety across the county.
Apply: Safety Specialist
Cobb County Government — Application Support Analyst II (closes Feb 6)
IT/app support role (includes SQL—good fit for problem-solvers who like systems).
Cobb County Government — Personal Property Auditor (closes Feb 17)
Finance/accounting-heavy role auditing business personal property returns.
Apply: Personal Property Auditor
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