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What's up, neighbors!
The Braves are trying something new this Saturday. They're turning Truist Park and The Battery into a full country music festival, the first one they've ever thrown. There's a paid concert inside with Cody Johnson headlining, but here's what I like about it: everything over at The Battery is free. Live music, activations, and a lineup of up-and-coming acts all afternoon, no ticket needed. It's a little outside our usual East Cobb range, but it's a short drive and an easy free afternoon if you want to make a day of it with the kids.
Speaking of the kids, Family Canoe Day at the Chattahoochee Nature Center is built for first timers, so the guides cover everything out on Beaver Pond. Admission to the grounds is included, so we're planning to hang around for a picnic after. It's $25 a person and you have to register by Thursday, so don't sit on it.
Dinner this week is easy. If you haven't tried Melt Yard on Whitlock yet, go for the burgers and grab a seat on the back deck.
Local news, a few listings, who's hiring nearby, and the full weekend planner are all below.
- Andrew
In Today’s Connect:
🤠 The Braves throw their first-ever country music fest Saturday
🍔 The Whitlock burger spot that doubles as a pinball arcade
🛶 Beginner family canoeing on Beaver Pond this Saturday
🍕 The Marietta pizza spot Dave Portnoy just put on the map
🏋️ A resort-style gym on eleven acres near the Battery
🏡 Take our East Cobb home price quiz
🐾 Meet Smokey, an adult Lab who's been waiting at the shelter
Anyone in your house job hunting right now?
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⭐ Braves Country Fest at Truist Park
Truist Park, Atlanta
Saturday, June 13
5:00 PM
Game ticket required; free activations at The Battery
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Truist Park, Atlanta
The Braves are trying something they've never done. Braves Country Fest is an all-day country music takeover at Truist Park and The Battery, and it's the first one they've ever thrown, so there's no redo on the inaugural version.
Here's the part worth knowing: everything at The Battery is FREE. Live music, activations, and a full lineup of up-and-coming country acts on the Whiskey Jam stage, no ticket required. Just walk over, grab a drink, and catch a show in the open air.
The big concert is inside Truist Park, and that one you pay for. It’s a little outside of our normal East Cobb range, but the headliners are no joke. Cody Johnson just got named CMA Male Vocalist of the Year, and he's playing alongside Ella Langley, ERNEST, and Mackenzie Carpenter.
So make a free afternoon of it with the kids at The Battery, or buy in for the full concert at night. Either way it's a short drive from East Cobb. Tickets are selling, so if you want the inside show, don't sit on it.
🍽️ Marietta Melt Yard
800 Whitlock Ave, suite 124 Marietta, GA 30064
This is where you go when the kids are bouncing off the walls and nobody wants to sit still for a normal dinner. It's over on Whitlock Ave, and it's part restaurant, part arcade, part whatever theme they're running that month. Full Home Alone setup at Christmas, a Ghostbusters pop-up, a Y2K thing. There are 21 pinball machines in the back and a bar built into an old van. Kids can roam, you can grab a beer, and nobody's checking their watch.
I'll be straight with you: people come here for the vibe more than the food. The melts and burgers are decent comfort food, not life-changing, and the prices run a little high for what you get. But the sweet potato waffle fries are the one thing everybody agrees on, and the pimento cheese balls are a good way to start. If someone at your table needs a gluten-free bun, they've got that covered too.
Walk-in only, no reservations. Every other Tuesday they run trivia at 7 with a host named Josh Waters, which is a fun midweek excuse if you're looking for one.
Price: $$
Hours:
Mon–Thu 11am–9pm
Fri–Sat 11am–10pm
Sun 11am–9pm
Website
⚠️ Heads up: Reviews are split on the food. The atmosphere gets consistent love, but plenty of people flag the burgers as inconsistent and the prices as high for the quality. Go for the experience, order the waffle fries, and you'll have a good time.
⛹️ Windy Hill Athletic Club
135 Interstate N Pkwy, Atlanta, GA 30339
Heads up before you get excited: Windy Hill Athletic Club is a short drive from East Cobb, over near the Battery off Interstate North Parkway. But if you have been thinking about trading up from your regular gym, it is worth knowing about.
This place is more resort than gym. It has been around since 1970 and sits on eleven acres. You get nine tennis courts (four of them domed for winter so you can play year round), two pools, a spa for massages, and a café where the food is actually good. There are over a hundred group fitness classes a week too, from boxing to spin to yoga.
What members keep coming back for is the feel. A lot of them call it a home away from home, and plenty have been there for decades. Parents love the childcare, with two free hours a day on certain memberships. They also throw monthly social parties with food and drinks.
One thing to know: this is a membership club, not a drop-in gym. Call ahead or book a tour to see pricing.
Price: $$$$ (membership-based; pricing by tour)
Hours:
Mon–Fri 5:00 AM–10:00 PM
Sat 7:00 AM–8:00 PM
Sun 8:00 AM–8:00 PM
Website
464 Frasier St SE, Marietta, GA 30060
Guess how much this showcase home is listed for?
6 Beds
5.5 Baths
4,116 sq ft
3,485 sq lot
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🌊 Cobb flooding: 17 rescued, debris cleanup stretches 2 more weeks
Recent storms dumped enough rain on Cobb County to trigger 17 swift water rescues, with firefighters pulling residents from floodwaters across the area. Cobb County Fire District Chief Jeremiah Lewis confirmed all 17 were saved safely.
Cleanup from storm debris is ongoing, and county crews say it will take at least two more weeks to clear everything. If you have downed limbs or debris near county roads or drainage areas, contact Cobb County Public Works to get on their list.
More heavy rain is still possible through early this week, so watch for flash flood warnings and stay away from any swollen creeks or low-lying roads.
Sources: fox5atlanta.com | wsbtv.com
📋 Mableton and Cobb County lock in services deal after a year of talks
After more than a year of negotiations that ended up in formal mediation, Cobb County and the City of Mableton have reached a proposed agreement covering police, roads, and stormwater services. County Chairwoman Lisa Cupid and Mableton Mayor Michael Owens both signed off on the framework.
For residents near the Mableton area, this settles a long-running question about who handles basic city services as Mableton continues building out its local government. The agreement still needs final approval, so watch for a public vote in the coming weeks.
🏗️ 288,000-gallon wastewater spill hit a Marietta creek during heavy rains
Heavy rainfall overwhelmed a manhole in Marietta last week, sending roughly 288,000 gallons of wastewater into an unnamed tributary of Proctor Creek. Cobb County Water System officials said the spill has been reported and that the remaining daily flow, nearly 10 million gallons, was treated normally.
If you use any parks or greenways near Proctor Creek, it is worth checking with Cobb County Water System before wading in. Officials have not issued a formal public advisory, but the tributary feeds into a larger watershed.
Sources: fox5atlanta.com
🔒 Cobb police are deploying counter-drone tech for the FIFA World Cup
With millions of fans expected at metro Atlanta World Cup matches this summer, Cobb County Police are rolling out counter-drone technology to detect, track, and neutralize unauthorized drones near venues and security perimeters.
The new system adds real-time aerial response capability to standard security operations. If you are attending any World Cup events, expect tighter airspace enforcement and be aware that personal drone use near match venues will be restricted.
Source: Police1
🍽️ Marietta pizza spot is thriving after a viral Dave Portnoy review
A Marietta pizza restaurant that nearly closed in March, after a car drove through its wall, is now so busy it can barely keep up. A positive review from Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy sent a flood of new customers through the door and turned the near-shuttering into a comeback story.
No location details were included in the report, so check Atlanta News First for the full story and address if you want to pay them a visit.
Source: atlantanewsfirst.com
🐾 Meet Smokey, an adult Lab who's been waiting at the shelter
Adult, Labrador Retriever
The puppies at Cobb County Animal Services tend to go fast. The calm, full-grown dogs are the ones who sit and wait. Smokey is one of them. She's an adult Lab, medium sized, and she's been in a kennel for a couple weeks now while younger dogs come and go around her.
Here's the honest part: the shelter hasn't posted much about her personality yet. So I'm not going to make stuff up about her. The real way to know Smokey is to go meet her, and that's exactly what the bonding room is for. You take her back, spend some actual time together, and see how she does with you and whoever else lives in your house before you decide anything.
And look, adult dogs like this are usually the easy ones. She's past the chew-everything-in-sight stage. Often already mellow. Grateful in a way puppies just aren't yet. If you've been on the fence about a younger dog and all the energy that comes with one, a grown Lab might be the smarter call.
Her $115 adoption fee covers all of it: spay surgery, microchip, and vaccines. She goes home ready. Cobb County Animal Services is on Al Bishop Drive in Marietta, open Tuesday through Sunday, 10:30am to 4:30pm, closed Mondays. Walk in, ask for Smokey (ID #55), and an officer will walk the kennels with you to find her.
Cobb County Animal Services
1060 Al Bishop Drive, Marietta, GA 30008
(770) 499-4136
Hours:
Tue-Sun 10:30am-4:30pm
Mon Closed
Friday, June 5, 2026
🎬 $3.00 Summer Family Flicks - Aurora Cineplex | Roswell, GA (check website for address) | Fridays, then replays Monday through Thursday | $3.00 | More: visitroswellga.com
Classic family films at Aurora Cineplex for just $3 a ticket every Friday through late July, one of the best summer bargains in Roswell for families who want an air-conditioned midday outing.
🎨 5-Minute Crafts: Air Dry Clay Dinosaur Eyes - West Cobb Regional Library | Cobb County, GA | 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Free | More: cobbcounty.gov
Quick drop-in craft session at West Cobb Regional as part of the summer series, make a clay dinosaur eye in about five minutes while you're already at the library.
🫧 Chalk & Bubbles - Sewell Mill Library | Cobb County, GA | 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM | Free | More: cobbcounty.gov
Morning program at Sewell Mill Library with music, bubbles, and chalk art for children and a participating adult, a cheerful, low-effort Friday activity for parents with young kids.
⛳ Cobb Library Foundation Mini Golf Fundraiser - Sewell Mill Library | Cobb County, GA | 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM | $5-$15 | More: cobbcounty.gov
Putt your way through the library in a mini golf course set up inside Sewell Mill, with proceeds supporting the Cobb Library Foundation, a genuinely fun way to spend part of a Saturday.
🏎️ Corvette Car Show - Freeman Poole Senior Center | Cobb County, GA | 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM | Free | More: cobbcounty.gov
Classic and modern Corvettes on display at Freeman Poole Senior Center, with proud owners sharing the history of each car, the kind of event where kids who are into cars will be genuinely transfixed.
📚 Passive: Bookshelf Scavenger Hunt - Sibley Library | Cobb County, GA | Library hours | Free | More: cobbcounty.gov
Follow clues through the shelves and earn a prize at the end, a simple self-guided activity kids can do while parents browse, no registration needed.
🐾 Paws to Read with Tucker - North Cobb Regional Library | Cobb County, GA | 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM | Free (registration required) | More: cobbcounty.gov
One-on-one reading practice sessions with Tucker the therapy dog at North Cobb Regional Library for grades 1-5, a warm, low-stakes way to keep reading skills sharp over summer.
👶 Playtime for Littles - East Cobb Library | Cobb County, GA | 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM | Free | More: cobbcounty.gov
Drop-in play and socialization for ages 1-5 with an adult caregiver at East Cobb Library, a simple Friday morning option for parents of toddlers looking for something low-key.
🎭 Scene on the Green: Roald Dahl's Matilda the Musical Jr. - The Art Place at Mountain View | Marietta, GA | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM | Free | More: cobbcounty.gov
Cobb County's beloved outdoor musical tradition kicks off summer with a family-friendly production of Matilda Jr., performed by young talent on the green, so bring a blanket and enjoy the evening air.
👶 Summer Sensory Playtime - Lewis A. Ray Library | Cobb County, GA | 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM | Free | More: cobbcounty.gov
Alternating Friday afternoon playdates at Lewis A. Ray Library with sensory stations and activities for ages 1-5 and their caregivers.
🎤 Teen K-Pop Lock-In - Gritters Library | 880 Shaw Park Road, Marietta, GA | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM | Free | More: cobbcounty.gov
A Friday night K-pop lock-in at Gritters Library for teens, a great option for middle and high schoolers who will be very excited about this and very unimpressed that you thought it sounded fun.
Saturday, June 13, 2026
🎨 DIY Tie Dye - Vinings Library | Cobb County, GA | 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM | Free (bring your own white item) | More: cobbcounty.gov
Dye is provided at Vinings Library, but bring your own white t-shirt, pillowcase, or bandana to transform, supplies are limited so earlier is better.
📖 Family Bilingual Storytime - Sibley Library | Cobb County, GA | 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM | Free | More: cobbcounty.gov
Storytime in both English and Spanish at Sibley Library, a welcoming weekly program for bilingual families and anyone raising kids with more than one language.
🛶 Family Canoe Day - Chattahoochee Nature Center | 9135 Willeo Rd, Roswell, GA | 10:30 AM–12:00 PM | $25 per person ($12.50 members), ages 5+, register by Thursday | More: chattnaturecenter.org
Introductory canoeing on Beaver Pond at CNC for first-time paddlers, families with young kids, or adults getting back on the water, a calm, guided start that doesn't require any experience.
📖 Hello Summer Storytime - South Cobb Regional Library | Cobb County, GA | Check website | Free | More: cobbcounty.gov
Summer-themed storytime at South Cobb Regional with songs, books, and a craft, best for ages 0-6 but all kids are welcome.
💃 JOY IN MOTION: A Family Dance Experience - Switzer Library | Cobb County, GA | 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM | Free | More: cobbcounty.gov
All-ages family dance event at Switzer Library emphasizing wellness, movement, and fun, with everyone welcome regardless of dancing ability.
🎣 Kids Fishing Rodeo - Lost Mountain Park / Furr Family Park | Powder Springs, GA | 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM | Free | More: cobbcounty.gov
Cobb County Parks' annual kids fishing rodeo at Furr Family Park, open to youth 16 and under, a classic Saturday morning outdoor event that's been a local staple.
🐾 Microchip Clinic - West Cobb Senior Center | Cobb County, GA | 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM | Free | More: cobbcounty.gov
Free microchipping for Cobb County cats and dogs, a practical Saturday errand that takes about ten minutes and gives you lasting peace of mind if your pet ever gets out.
📖 My First Book Group! - West Cobb Regional Library | Cobb County, GA | 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM | Free | More: cobbcounty.gov
Monthly book club for ages 4-7 and their caregivers with a discussion and hands-on craft, a nice Saturday morning routine for the littles who are ready for something more structured than storytime.
🎵 Sweetwater Valley Library Ukulele Program - Sweetwater Valley Library | 5000 Austell Powder Springs Road, Austell, GA | 12:30 PM | Free | More: cobbcounty.gov
Free Saturday ukulele lessons for ages 7 and up, a surprisingly fun recurring program that's easy to drop into and great for kids who've been asking about a first instrument.
🌊 Weekend Activities at Chattahoochee Nature Center - Chattahoochee Nature Center | 9135 Willeo Rd, Roswell, GA | Film at 12:30 PM (weekends) | Included with admission | More: chattnaturecenter.org
Escape the summer heat with a 22-minute film about the Chattahoochee River at the nature center's theater, offered Saturday and Sunday at 12:30pm as part of the center's regular programming.
Sunday, June 14, 2026
🦋 Breakfast With Butterflies - Chattahoochee Nature Center | 9135 Willeo Rd, Roswell, GA | 10:00 AM–12:00 PM | Check website | More: chattnaturecenter.org
Exclusive early-morning access to CNC's Butterfly Encounter with a light breakfast and multiple butterfly species up close, one of the more magical Sunday morning outings within 15 minutes of most East Cobb neighborhoods.
🌽 Farmers Market Presented by Kaiser Permanente - The Plaza at Battery Atlanta | 755 Battery Avenue Southeast, Atlanta, GA | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM | Free admission | More: batteryatl.com
Fresh produce, artisanal food, wellness goods, and pet-friendly vendors fill the plaza on select Sundays, with the Braves away game streaming nearby if you want to catch a few innings between stalls.
📚 Passive: Bookshelf Scavenger Hunt - Sibley Library | Cobb County, GA | During library hours | Free | More: cobbcounty.gov
Follow clues through the shelves, find the answers, and earn a prize, a low-key drop-in activity running all weekend that's perfect for filling 20 minutes between errands.
🇺🇸 Roswell Flag Day: The Stars and Stripes - Barrington Hall | Roswell, GA | 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM | Free | More: visitroswellga.com
Roswell's Historic Division and partners host a Flag Day program at Barrington Hall covering the history of the American flag, billed as a program for all ages and timed nicely ahead of the 4th of July.
🎲 Second Sunday Game Day - Check website for location | Cobb County, GA | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Free | More: cobbcounty.gov
Cobb County's monthly game day, they supply the games, you bring the crew, and it's a solid low-key Sunday for families who want something structured without a lot of planning.
🎶 Sounds of Georgia - Jennie T. Anderson Theatre | Marietta, GA | 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM | $10-$15 | More: cobbcounty.gov
Georgia Players Guild takes you through Georgia's musical history from the 1920s to the 1990s in a high-energy educational revue, covering Georgia-born artists who shaped American music.
Friday, June 12, 2026
🧠 Brain Health Workshop - North Cobb Senior Center | Cobb County, GA | 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM | Free | More: cobbcounty.gov
In honor of Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month, this interactive workshop covers how the brain changes with age and practical strategies for improving memory, sleep quality, and focus, with actual brain exercises included.
🥃 Infusions 101 at ASW Distillery - ASW Distillery | 900 Battery Ave SE Suite 1035, Atlanta, GA | 6:30–8:30 PM | Registration required | More: batteryatl.com
Hands-on class where you learn to infuse vodka with fresh fruits, herbs, spices, and botanicals, taste three finished liqueurs, and leave with actual skills for your home bar.
🏛️ Night Mode - Mimms Museum of Technology and Art | 5000 Commerce Parkway, Roswell, GA | 5:00–9:00 PM | Standard admission, $22 adults | More: roswell365.com
The Mimms Museum opens after hours for Night Mode, with soft drinks, beer, and wine available for purchase, hors d'oeuvres in the Member's Lounge, and the full collection to explore without weekend crowds.
🔔 Sacred Sound Healing: Sound Bath Meditation - Freeman Poole Senior Center | Cobb County, GA | 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Free | More: cobbcounty.gov
A deep meditative sound journey using crystal bowls tuned to the chakra system, a native drum, and Koshi chimes, roughly 30 minutes of rest that the organizers say is equivalent to two hours of sleep, which is a strong pitch for a Friday.
🎬 Silent Disco Movie Night at Punch Bowl Social - Punch Bowl Social | 875 Battery Ave SE Ste 720, Atlanta, Georgia | 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM | $7.21 | More: batteryatl.com
Headphones on, 80s classics on the screen, and you're watching a movie in a bar full of people all having a slightly different audio experience, which is genuinely weirder and more fun than it sounds.
🎹 Vegas-Style Piano Show at Park Bench - Park Bench | 900 Battery Ave, Ste 1060, Atlanta, GA | 9:00–11:30 PM | Check website | More: batteryatl.com
High-energy dueling-piano-style show with rapid-fire melodies and audience singalongs; Park Bench does this well and it tends to run late, so plan accordingly.
Saturday, June 13, 2026
🎶 After Dark 90s-00s R&B at Punch Bowl Social - Punch Bowl Social | 875 Battery Ave SE Ste 720, Atlanta, Georgia | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM | Free (Registration required) | More: batteryatl.com
Monthly throwback night spinning slow jams and classics from the 90s and early 2000s R&B era; the kind of playlist that makes you immediately text three people.
✨ Aura Photography Live Imaging with Jessica Otieno - Mimms Museum of Technology and Art | 5000 Commerce Parkway, Roswell, GA | Check website | Check website | More:manypathswellness.com
A 20-minute session that produces a live aura photo, a personality profile report, and a printed headshot, part of the Big Psychic Fair at a Roswell venue.
🎲 Dungeons and Dragons - West Cobb Regional Library | Cobb County, GA | 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM | Free | More: cobbcounty.gov
Volunteer-run ongoing D&D campaigns for ages 18 and up at the library, a good entry point if you've been curious about tabletop RPGs but never pulled the trigger.
🧘 Energy in Motion: A Unique Tai Chi Gung Experience with Brian Early - Check website for location | Roswell, GA | 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM | $25 | More: manypathswellness.com
Gentle Tibetan movement practice with instructor Brian Early in Roswell, designed to restore balance, awaken energy, and calm the mind, with no experience needed.
🌱 Habitat Restoration - Chattahoochee Nature Center | 9135 Willeo Rd, Roswell, GA | 8:30 AM–12:00 PM | Free | More: chattnaturecenter.org
Hands-on Saturday morning volunteer session removing invasive ivy, privet, and other non-natives from CNC's woodlands and wetlands, with digging, chopping, and hauling involved, so wear clothes you don't mind wrecking.
🌳 Volunteer Orientation - Chattahoochee Nature Center | 9135 Willeo Rd, Roswell, GA | 10:00–11:15 AM | Free | More: chattnaturecenter.org
If you've been thinking about volunteering at the Chattahoochee Nature Center, this Saturday orientation includes a guided campus tour and a walkthrough of how volunteers actually plug in, a good use of a Saturday morning hour.
⚽ World Cup Weekend @ Zanzibar ATL: Watch Party + After Vibes - Zanzibar ATL | 350 Northridge Rd, Sandy Springs, GA | Check website | Check website | More: eventbrite.com
Elevated World Cup watch experience in Sandy Springs with brunch service, great for a group Sunday when Atlanta is hosting World Cup and the whole city is in soccer mode.
🧘 Yoga for Cancer - Switzer Library | Cobb County, GA | Check website | Free | More: cobbcounty.gov
Gentle yoga session at Switzer Library for those in the cancer community and their supporters, a welcoming and low-intensity practice open to all levels.
Sunday, June 14, 2026
🎤 Despechá at El Super Pan - El Super Pan | 455 Legends Place SE Suite #862, Atlanta, GA | 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM | Check website | More: batteryatl.com
Every second and fourth Sunday, Fruta Mami hosts a room full of big feelings and iconic Spanish-language songs where everyone sings at full volume and leaves their sorrows on the floor.
💃 Free Salsa and Bachata Dance Lessons at El Super Pan - El Super Pan | 455 Legends Place SE Suite #862, Atlanta, GA | 4:30 PM–7:30 PM | Free | More: elsuperpan.com
No partner needed and no experience required, just show up at the Battery's Latin kitchen and let DJ energy and a patient instructor do the rest.
🎷 Jazz Brunch at C. Ellet's - C. Ellet's | 2605 Circle 75 Parkway Ste 400, Atlanta, GA | 11:00 AM–3:00 PM | Check website for reservations | More: batteryatl.com
Live jazz duo plays while you work through Southern Fried Chicken, Pancake Paloozas, and mimosas; reservations recommended so you're not waiting on the good tables.
🎨 Juneteenth Artists Market (AAFTA)
Roswell Cultural Arts Center
This one is further out, but worth planning for. Juneteenth lands on a Friday this year, and Roswell has a genuinely good way to spend part of that afternoon.
The African Americans for the Arts (AAFTA) is hosting a free Artists Market at the Roswell Cultural Arts Center, pairing a live marketplace with a juried art exhibit that's been on the walls since June 8th. It's the kind of event that's easy to pop into with kids, easy to linger in as an adult, and under 10 miles from most of East Cobb.
What it is: The Juneteenth Artists Market is a two-hour community gathering in the lobby of the Roswell Cultural Arts Center, organized by African Americans for the Arts. The centerpiece is the annual Juneteenth juried art exhibit, running June 8 through July 8, which showcases visual art across a wide range of styles, mediums, and disciplines, all centered on themes of freedom, identity, and cultural expression. During the market, the artists themselves are present, meaning you can talk directly to the people behind the work, hear what went into each piece, and browse prints and original works available for purchase. The market runs concurrently with the exhibit, so you get the gallery experience and the marketplace in one visit.
Plan it (Friday afternoon, June 19): The event runs from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM on Friday, June 19. The Roswell Cultural Arts Center is at 950 Forrest Street, Roswell, GA 30075. Parking at the center is generally accessible and free. This is a lobby-based event, so it's stroller-friendly and easy for kids to move around in. No tickets, no registration, no admission fee. Just show up.
At the market (1-2 hours): The lobby setup lets you move between the gallery walls and the artist tables at your own pace. Some visitors will spend 20 minutes, others will stay the full two hours talking to artists and looking closely at the exhibit pieces. The exhibit itself spans a wide range of visual styles, so there's something to connect with even if contemporary art isn't your usual thing. If you find a piece you want to take home, artists will have prints and original works priced for real people, not just collectors.
Logistics: Free admission and open to the public. No registration required. Located at 950 Forrest Street, Roswell, GA 30075. The event runs 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM on June 19 only. The juried exhibit continues through July 8 if you want to return for a quieter look at the gallery after the market day.
Heads up: The market is a two-hour window, not an all-day event. If you're coming from East Cobb during a workday, plan your arrival for no later than 3:30 PM to give yourself time to browse without rushing. The exhibit itself stays up through July 8, so a return visit is worth considering even if you can only stop by briefly on the 19th.
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This week: Jobs hiring in East Cobb, Marietta, and nearby
Cobb County Government has more than 100 openings across departments, from GIS specialist and payroll roles to parks and part-time driver positions. The benefits are the draw here: a hybrid pension, four medical plan options, a wellness clinic, and two employee fitness centers.
Cobb County School District is hiring ahead of the new school year, with teachers, bus drivers, cafeteria workers, custodians, and lunch monitors all on the list. If you already have a school bus endorsement, the hiring process can move in as little as two weeks.
Avenue East Cobb has restaurant jobs across the board right now. Luga is hiring line cooks, bartenders, and servers, and Giulia Bakery is staffing up cashiers, baristas, and pastry help before it opens. Hard to beat the commute if you live in the 30062.
Six Flags Over Georgia is still hiring lifeguards for the summer if you or your college kid is 18 or older. You have to pass a swim test, but Red Cross certification is preferred, not required, and the job comes with free admission to other parks and Atlanta area attractions.
Bonus help (free): WorkSource Cobb on Commerce Park Drive in Marietta offers free computers, workshops, skills assessments, and one-on-one career help for any Cobb resident, plus programs for ages 16 to 24.
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