Due to anticipated cold weather, the winter weather shelter at MUST Ministries will open this week (Monday night, Dec. 18 - Thursday night, Dec. 21). The Hope House shelter is at 1297 Bells Ferry Road, Marietta. People wishing to use the shelter’s resources must report by 8 p.m. Cobb County is partnering with MUST Ministries to get people from across the county to the shelter.
For information on remote pickup locations and how to obtain bus vouchers, click the button:
Voters will decide next November whether to fund transit projects through a 30-year sales tax proposal known as a "Mobility SPLOST." Cobb's Department of Transportation Director unveiled the detailed list of projects during a lengthy presentation before the board. Drew Raessler told the board the list was compiled after months of meeting with residents in focus groups and town halls, as well as conversations with stakeholders, local educational leaders, and online surveys.
The list will be prepared to go before voters in the November 2024 election and will be preceded by a robust public outreach effort.
Learn how to get legal rights of fatherhood at Cobb Legal Aid's Basics of Legitimation Class 10 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 20 in Cobb Superior Court, 70 Haynes Street, Marietta, fourth floor, room 4500.
Public parking is available in the deck across the street, Marietta Square East Parking Deck. Please allow time to get through security.
For more information, call the Cobb Law Library, 770-528-1884.
After years of planning and building, there is now a safe place for people to go to get the care they need when leaving destructive and abusive situations. Last week, officials and supporters cut the ribbon on the Cobb County Family Advocacy Center - a central location for crime victims to get assistance. The FAC is designed to address barriers faced by victims, by locating critical service providers under one roof with a coordinated intake process.
The FAC will meet the wide and varied needs of victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, elder abuse, stalking, and human trafficking. Read more about the Cobb Family Advocacy Center at CobbFAC.org.
Watch this video to learn more about the origins of the new complex, the issues it seeks to solve, and the services it will provide.
Give feedback about Cobb County's study regarding the effectiveness of the county's supplier diversity program. The first virtual public communication session will be held at noon on Tuesday, Jan. 9. During these public communication sessions, community members can go on record with comments about doing business with the county or its marketplace.
Register below to attend the public communication sessions:
The 2024 Cobb County Disparity Study, conducted by Griffin & Strong P.C., will look at the past five years of contracts in construction, goods, and services- including architecture and engineering services- and then recommend modifications or adjustments if needed. The study will also examine the use of Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprises and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses.
Get your pooch's picture taken with Santa Paws, and if your cat will sit for it.... well go for it. And if you don't have a pet, you can adopt your forever friend for free at this feel-good event, 12 - 3 p.m. Dec. 23 - 24, at Cobb County Animal Services, 1060 Al Bishop Drive, Marietta. Sip on some hot cocoa, coffee, lattes and espressos, enjoy cookies and pies, and soft-serve ice cream. All animals are spayed/neutered, up to date on shots and microchipped. A furry companion could be the best present ever!
Learn how to plan your lawn maintenance for the year in a free, virtual class hosted by the UGA Cobb Extension at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 29. Get tricks, tips and resources to help you maintain a lush and beautiful lawn. Register here.
Three more weeks to experience a Christmas Wonderland
Light up the night at Shadrack's Christmas Wonderland, the amazing light show at Jim R. Miller Park. The drive-through spectacle is open every night 6 - 10 p.m. through Jan 7, including holidays, rain or shine.
Say goodbye to 2023 and hello to 2024 around Cobb County with friends and family.
Celebrate the start of 2024 without staying up til midnight! Switzer Library is throwing a Noon Year's Eve party, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 30, at 266 Roswell Street, Marietta. There will be crafts, music, and a countdown to noon. No registration is needed for this event.
When Harry Met Sally is showing on Dec. 30 at The Strand Theatre in Marietta, 117 N. Park Square. The flick has a climactic scene on New Year's Eve... not that climactic scene... the other one.
The Battery Atlanta has an early celebration Dec. 31 for kids at 6 p.m. The Early Inning celebrations will have music and a countdown to an inflatable balloon drop at 8 p.m. Late Innings begin at 9 p.m. with the 12 South Band and an aerial firework and confetti display over Truist Park at midnight. More details here.
On Dec. 31, the Georgia Players Guild returns to the stage at The Strand Theatre, 117 N. Park Square in Marietta. You can ring in the new year with the music of Queen and David Bowie from 9 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Read more.
Jan. 1 - Cobb County Government offices will be closed Monday for the New Year's Day holiday. Many county services and information is available on the official website cobbcounty.org.
Make a resolution to learn to save a life
Take time to learn to save loved ones in an emergency at Family and Friends CPR. This course will teach you lifesaving CPR for adults, children, and babies and how to use an Automated External Defibrillator, also known as an AED. You will also learn basic techniques for helping someone who is choking.
The next class dates are at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 11, Tuesday, Feb. 6 and Thursday, March 14.
Note: This course does NOT offer an American Heart Association completion card. There is a $10 non-refundable registration fee per person to reserve your seat. The Cobb County Safety Village is located at 1220 Al Bishop Drive, Marietta.
CobbTV's YouTube channel highlights the latest county meetings, informational videos and live events. Subscribe to the channel so you don't miss an update.
Cobb's Stuff-A-Bus tour ended Thursday with a mighty haul of gifts for kids across the county. Stuff-A-Bus is a partnership between Cobb Christmas, CobbLinc, and Cobb DOT to help spread holiday cheer among the less fortunate in the county. Cobb Christmas has been helping families during the holiday season for 60 years.
Experience the heartwarming partnership between local law enforcement and children during this years Shop with a Cop event at Target, generously sponsored by FOP Lodge 13. Witness the joy, laughter, and holiday spirit as officers and kids come together for a festive shopping spree.
Board of Commissioners Zoning Hearing9 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 19
Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting, 9 a.m. Tuesday Jan. 9
Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting, 7 p.m. Tuesday Jan. 23
Meetings take place at 100 Cherokee Street, 2nd floor unless otherwise noted. Many public meetings and hearings are broadcast live on CobbTV and YouTube and are available on demand on YouTube.
Events are subject to change.
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