3 Ways to Avoid Scratching Your New Floors
Hard surface floors are beautiful and practical. But not indestructible. Wood, LVP, laminate – all can be scratched. You can take preventative measures by not wearing shoes (especially high heels) in your home, but the major culprit is the heavy furniture. Here’s how to avoid scratching your floor: • AVOID PUSHING AND DRAGGING FURNITURE Many furniture pieces are […]
The 9th Annual Water Drop Dash
Celebrate Fix a Leak Week and raise awareness for water conservation by participating in the 9th Annual Water Drop Dash 5K & Kid’s Fun Run. Start at the Chattahoochee Nature Center before enjoying a socially distanced run along the banks of the Chattahoochee River. Virtual run options are available this year for both races. Details: 9135 Willeo Rd., runsignup.com/waterdropdash2021
Opening Day for the Braves
It’s time to take your honey out to the ballgame—the Braves are back for their 2021 season. See their home opener against the Phillies at Truist Park on April 9 at 7:20 p.m. Get your tickets now! Details: 755 Battery Ave. SE. mlb.com/braves/tickets
Sip and Hop with Bubbles & Brews
The Bubbles & Brews event, scheduled to run throughout March, features local spirit makers, breweries and distilleries unique to Cobb County. Pick up your BrewPass at any participating maker—each visit earns a stamp that can be redeemed for prizes. Visit on Bubbles & Brews event nights to earn bonus stamps! Details: bubblesandbrews.com
Trivia at the Delkwood Grill
Put your heads together and test your knowledge at Thursday Night Trivia at the Delkwood Grill. Compete against others for a chance to win house-cash (given to the top-three teams). While you’re there, be sure to sample from the long list of local brews, too! Details: 2769 Delk Rd. SE., delkwood.com
Get Those Creative Juices Flowing
Get your creative juices flowing and sign up for a class at The Art Place. They offer six-week courses in all types of creative endeavors, from watercolor and drawing to glasswork and pottery. Their third session of classes for 2021 opens March 17, with classes starting April 12. Reserve your spot today! Details: 3330 Sandy Plains Rd., artplacemarietta.org
All-Star Dog Trainer from Pope High School
Sophie Penson and her border collie mix, Ducky, are getting national attention for their amazing trick training. Only a junior at Pope High School, Sophie has already become a certified trick dog instructor, a stunt dog judge and a canine conditioning fitness coach. She is the first trainer in Georgia to be recognized as an all-star trainer of the year […]
Walton Alum Receives 2021 Rhodes Scholarship
Walton High School alum Sam Patterson was selected as a 2021 Rhodes Scholar. This senior at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County, received the prestigious scholarship to pursue his graduate studies at the University of Oxford in England. Sam is working toward three degrees in mathematics, statistics and economics. Details: news.umbc.edu
Meet The Bohemian Peach Paulina Brand
Paulina Brand has lived all over the world. Born in the Czech Republic, she moved to the States over 20 years ago but has also lived in Austria, Brazil and Malaysia. From this variety of living experiences, Paulina has picked up many memories and friends, as well as recipes, along the way. But it is East Cobb that she […]
Meet The Brains Behind Treehorn Cider, Nicki and Andrew Wheeler
By Jill Becker If an apple a day keeps the doctor away, then Nicki and Andrew Wheeler will likely live long, healthy lives. The spouses of 15 years are the CEO and head ciderist respectively of Treehorn Cider in Marietta, a craft cidery that transforms the juice of fermented apples into a low-alcohol beverage that’s […]
