Friday, September 28, 2012
Here are some events for the whole family in and around Cobb County.
Urban Hoedown What: This two-day festival, “Gown and Dirty,” to be held Friday, September 28 from 7 to 11 p.m. and Saturday, September 29 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. will offer an array of entertainment that’s fun for all age groups, from live music, hay rides and obstacles, arts and crafts vendors and a football tailgating station to the only corn maze inside the Atlanta city limits. Local food trucks, barbecue vendors and local breweries will be coming out to supply food and beverages all day and night. The “Urban Hoedown” kicks off a night program which will include live music, a “Hairy Man” contest where men will be awarded for best facial hair, a bonfire and lots of star gazing. Where: 6271 Riverview Rd SE, Mableton, GA | Get Directions…
Friday, August 17, 2012
Here's a roundup of fun events around Cobb County this weekend.
Dress Swap ATL What: Bring a minimum of 4 items (dresses, purses, and shoes). Must be gently used, clean and free of damage. The items must have a value of $50 or more and must be on hangers. Then get swapping! When: 6 p.m. Where: City of Smyrna Community Center, 200 Village Green Cir SE, Smyrna, GA Cost: $15 Hot Mamas Night What: Choose a piece of pottery to paint. Adult beverages and appetizers are welcome. Where: Just Fired 4290 Bells Ferry Rd NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144 When: 6:30 p.m. Cost: $10-$15, reserve a spot online. Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street What: Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street is a 1979 musical thriller with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and libretto by Hugh Wheeler. This show is better …
Friday, August 10, 2012
Here are some fun events happening in and around Cobb County this weekend.
Gospel Jam! What: Gospel Jam is an informal gathering of musicians, singers and listeners, meeting on the second Friday nights in the Fellowship Hall of Poplar Springs Baptist Church for around 15 years. String instrument players (guitar, banjo, fiddle, mandolin, Dobro, bass, autoharp, etc.) and singers gather to play hymns and Gospel tunes, stand around the piano and sing and enjoy food and fellowship. Usually, there are about 25 musicians from many churches. Everyone is invited to participate - either by playing, singing, clapping hands and patting feet or listening. "Come give it a try, and help us make a Joyful Noise to the Lord," says Larry Holland, one of the organizers. Where: Poplar Springs Church 2056 Hiram Douglasville Hwy, …
