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FEATURED EVENTS
Opening Night:
Academia and Aesthetic Vision
January 9
Two amazing exhibits open at the Marietta/Cobb Museum of Art. Academia: A statewide juried exhibition of current Georgia art professors and emeriti, and Aesthetic Vision: American style northeastern works from the museum’s permanent collection of 19th and 20th century works. 6pm-8pm, including light hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar. mariettacobbartmuseum.org
Driving Miss Daisy
January 7-10, 14-17
Miss Daisy is an elderly widow living in Atlanta of the age and health that she can no longer drive. Her son hires a black man to be her driver. Set in her prejudicial ways, she refuses at first, but slowly she is won over by his politeness and an unlikely, yet beautiful friendship ensues. theatreinthesquare.co
The Meeting with Dr. Martin Luther and Malcolm X
January 21-23
A Harlem hotel sets the scene for this imaginary meeting in 1965 between Martin Luther King, Jr. and Malcolm X, taking place in the height of the Civil Rights Movement. theatreinthesquare.co
Pop-In For Pop Culture
January 12 and February 9
A special exhibit series exploring the world of pop culture and its effect on our community. The first series – “BOOM” – features the toys and joys of the Baby Boomer Generation. Activities include game night, comic book night, trivia contest, guest speakers, music/dance events, and more. mariettahistory.org
Girls Night, The Musical
February 3-7
See the Off-Broadway sensation at the Earl Smith Strand Theatre. Share the fun and laughter in this hilarious, feel-good comedy as five girlfriends re-live their past, celebrate their present, and look to the future on a wild night out! earlsmithstrand.org
Marietta Mardi Gras 5K Run
February 6
Join the Junior League of Cobb – Marietta for the 7th annual Marietta Mardi Gras 5K. Proceeds of this event support community projects of the JLCM. Runners are asked to bring any shoes – of any kind – and drop them in the shoe bins. All donated shoes will be provided to those needing shoes in the community. marietta5krun.com
Martinis & Music
February 12
Enjoy an early Valentine’s date with an evening of the arts, martinis, and musical entertainment by Alex Guthrie at the Marietta/Cobb Museum of Art. 5:30pm – 8:30pm including light hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar. mariettacobbartmuseum.org
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