Curious about what happens behind the scenes when you call 911? Then come to the Cobb 911 Kids Expo 10 a.m. - noon Saturday, Sept. 6, at the 911 Operations Center, 140 N. Marietta Parkway, Marietta.
This free, fun-filled event lets kids explore the 911 center, meet friendly dispatchers, and learn when and how to call for help. There will be exciting activities, cool games, and plenty of hands-on fun. Remember, kids need to bring a parent along for the adventure.
Volunteer to assist first responders
The Community Emergency Response Team program helps residents learn disaster preparedness for hazards that may impact their areas and trains them in basic disaster response skills such as fire safety, light search and rescue, team organization, and disaster medical operations.
To join Cobb County CERT, you must be over the age of 16, live, work or worship in Cobb, and pass a criminal history background check. The remaining training classes scheduled for 2025:
Sept. 6, 13 and 20
Oct. 4, 11 and 18
Nov. 1, 8 and 15
The classes are 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. on three consecutive Saturdays at Cobb County Emergency Management Agency, 140 North Marietta Parkway, Marietta. Get more details on our website here.
Solicitor General's role in community town hall
The Cobb Solicitor General's Office invites you to an informative Town Hall about the role of the Solicitor's Office in Cobb County and how it directly impacts you and your community. Join Solicitor General Makia Metzger at a town hall from 1 - 3 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 6 at the South Cobb Regional Library, 805 Clay Road, Mableton.
Conversation about a new 911 facility
District 4 will be the future home of Cobb County’s new 911 Emergency Communications Center. District 4 Commissioner Monique Sheffield invites the community to a meeting to learn about the new Emergency Communications Center and how it will enhance emergency response capabilities.
Join Commissioner Sheffield, Cobb directors of Public Safety, 911, and Facilities Management for a community meeting 6 - 8 p.m. Monday, Sept. 8, at the Ron Anderson Recreation Center, 3820 Macedonia Road in Powder Springs.
Pawfect art show and birthday bash
Kiddos will love our pet celebration, Best in Show, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 6, at the Sewell Mill Library and Cultural Center, 2051 Lower Roswell Road.
There's so much to do!
• Sing Happy Birthday to Rose, the Cobb District Attorney's Office comfort dog.
• Paws-on crafts and youth storytime
• View the “Best in Show” art exhibit and awards at 1 p.m.
New learning opportunities are coming to Cobb for the senior set, 55 years and up. Explore the center's new space, meet instructors, and learn about upcoming classes at the grand opening of the new BEST Learning Center 10 - 11:30 a.m., Wednesday, Sept. 10, at the Senior Wellness Center in Marietta, 1150 Powder Springs Street, Marietta.
Light refreshments will be available. BEST is a peer-to-peer education program, utilizing specially trained or experienced volunteers who make presentations on important and relevant topics facing seniors today.
Enter your awesome car era at the Cool Cars and Cops Show, 9 a.m. - noon, Saturday, Sept. 13, at the Cobb County Civic Center, 548 S. Marietta Parkway, Marietta. Enjoy live music, food trucks, and take a chance on a raffle to win a hunting safari trip to Africa for three people (airfare not included).
This annual charity event supports the Cobb Police Community Affairs Unit and the SWAT Santa program, which provides holiday gifts for children whose families are facing financial hardship.
Come for the rides and food. Stay for the shows and exhibits.The North Georgia State Fair is back to Cobb with amusements for all interests Sept. 18 - 28.
This year's shows include motocross, a demolition derby, monster trucks, bull riders, magic, a circus, a hypnotist, racing pigs, and Frisbee dogs.
New traffic plans: All vehicles will be directed to County Services Parkway. Eastbound Al Bishop Drive will be closed to through traffic starting one hour prior to the fair opening each day. Westbound Al Bishop Drive will be two-laned for incoming fair traffic. Uber/Lyft pick-up and drop-off will be located at the Cobb Safety Village, 1220 Al Bishop Drive, Marietta. Also this year, parking is free.
In addition, Cobb County Senior Services invites adults 55 and older to enjoy a morning of fun and entertainment at Senior Day at the North Georgia State Fair Friday, Sept. 19. Free admission and no registration required. More details about Senior Day here.
Pumpkin spicy camps for fall break
Cobb County and Marietta school systems' fall break is coming up and those families looking for activities are in luck. Cobb PARKS have lined up these camps to keep your kids in the fun zone:
Mable House Arts Center - Defying Gravity: Wicked Theater Camp with Candinews Production (#46908) Sept. 22 - 26, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. for ages 5 - 14.
The Art Place - Mountain View - Art Journal Camp (#48472) Sept. 22 - 26, 1 - 4 p.m. for ages 8 - 11.
The Art Place - Mountain View - Fall Break Musical: The Addams Family (#47124), Sept. 14 - 27, 6 - 9 p.m. and full day 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., for ages 10 - 17 - Auditions are Saturday, Sept. 13, 9 a.m. - noon.
The Art Station - Big Shanty - Camp Comics (#47155) Sept. 22 - 25, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. for ages 7 - 17.
Milford Recreation Center - TV Production Camp (#48440) Sept. 22 - 26, 8 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. for ages 8 - 13.
TRS Fall Break Cooking Camp, (48016) - 8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Sept. 22 - 25 at Windy Hill Community Center. For persons with various disabilities.
Fullers Recreation Center - Day Camp, (#48887), 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., Sept. 22 - 26.
Lace up your fastest kicks and join us for the Cobb Make-A-Wish 5K 8 a.m Saturday, Oct. 4, starting from Marietta Square. This Peachtree Road Race qualifier is more than just a run — it’s a chance to make wishes come true for local kids with critical illnesses.
Bring your friends and family – everyone’s a winner when wishes come true! Register in advance by Sept. 14 and you are guaranteed a race shirt. Walk-up registration begins at 7 a.m.
Cobb's Director of Animal Services answers the most frequently asked questions about Cobb's shelter, disease outbreaks, adoptions, overcrowding, and the future of Animal Services in the county.
The North Georgia State Fair rolls into Cobb County's Jim R. Miller Park complex later this month. Traffic adjustments will change the flow in the area. Check out this video to learn the best way to the Fair!
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