Marietta Fire Department Announces February 5-9, 2018 Georgia Severe Weather Awareness Week

January 31, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – In recognizing Georgia’s Severe Weather Awareness Week during the week of February 5 – 9th, the Marietta Fire Department hopes to bring invaluable know...

Switzer Library’s Afterthoughts Book Club Kicks Off Wednesday, January 10th, 2018

December 29, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The Switzer Library’s Afterthoughts Book Club kicks off at Switzer Library in downtown Marietta on January 10, from 10:30 am – 11:30 am. The...

Free Christmas Tree Recycling Service for Marietta Residents on Wednesday, January 10th

December 28, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA - The City of Marietta will offer free Christmas tree pick up service to residents on Wednesday, January 10, 2018 along with regular brush and vegetativ...

City Offices Closed for New Year's

Marietta Square to Host 3rd Annual New Year’s Eve Drop

December 27, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – Mark your calendars to ring in the New Year at the Marietta Square on Sunday December 31st. Enjoy free entertainment with family and friends, includin...

WorkSource Cobb to Offer Free Workshops for Entrepreneurs Beginning Wednesday, January 17

December 27, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – Beginning Wednesday, January 17, 2018 WorkSource Cobb will host a free monthly workshop series for entrepreneurs. Registration is required. To registe...

GA Metro Dance Theatre Presents Annual “Dancing With the Stars of Marietta” Competition

December 22, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

Local Celebrities Shine Brightly at GA Metro Dance Theatre’s Annual

“Dancing With the Stars of Marietta” Competition

Dance Company Hosts Exciting Performance at La...

Statement from Mayor Tumlin Regarding New IKEA Location on Franklin Gateway

December 20, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

Please see the statement from Mayor Steve Tumlin regarding the new IKEA location to be built on Franklin Gateway. 

“I am both honored and delighted today...

PRESS RELEASE: City of Marietta Announces IKEA to Open Location on Franklin Gateway

December 20, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The City of Marietta is pleased to announce that IKEA U.S. is the newest addition to the Franklin Gateway Corridor, joining other top brands like Atla...

MEDIA ADVISORY: City of Marietta to Make Major Announcement

December 20, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The City of Marietta will make a major announcement on Wednesday, December 20, 2017 at 4:30pm in the City Hall Council Chambers located at 2...

Marietta City Council Announces Meeting Dates for 2018

December 19, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA - The Marietta City Council has set Council Meeting dates for calendar year 2018. As always, the public is invited to attend all meetings, which are bro...

Two Weeks Remaining to See Once Upon a Playground at the Marietta Museum of History

December 19, 2017

CONTACT: Christa McCay

Marietta Museum of History

770-794-5710

christa@mariettahistory.org

MARIETTA - The classic metal and wood structures that have populated playgrounds for most of the twentieth century—towering metal slides, gia...

City Offices Closed for Christmas

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City Council to Meet December 20

MARIETTA - Marietta City Council will meet for committee meetings Wednesday, December 20 beginning at 5:15 p.m. All meetings take place in the City Council chamber located on the lobby level of City Hall, 205 Lawrence St.

Meetings

• Public invited to...

MPD Recognized by the GBI managed Georgia Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force

December 14, 2017

CONTACT: Officer Chuck McPhilamy 

cmcphilamy@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5370

MARIETTA - On December 7^th, 2017 the Georgia Bureau of Investigation presented the Marietta Police Department with a distinguished award and a Certificate of E...

MEDIA ADVISORY: City of Marietta to Host Farewell Reception for Outgoing Council Members

December 13, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The City of Marietta is pleased to host a Farewell Reception honoring outgoing council members, Councilman Philip Goldstein, Councilman Stua...

City of Marietta Community Development Division to Host Public Review Meeting

December 11, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

PY2018 CDBG GRANT CONSOLIDATED PLAN REVIEW

MARIETTA - A Public Review Meeting will be held at 11:00 am on WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 27, 2017 at 268 ...

Power Restoration Update-December 10, 2017 at 6:00pm

December 10, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communication Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

City of Marietta Update as of 6pm on Sunday, December 10, 2017 

MARIETTA - The City’s main roads and arterials are in good shape, but we urge everyone to ...

Marietta City Hall, BLW Admin Offices, Parks and Rec Activities Canceled Due to Winter Weather

December 8, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5506

IMPORTANT CLOSURE INFORMATION:

MARIETTA - The City of Marietta has announced that Marietta City Hall, BLW Admin Offices, and Custer Park Sports and Fitness Center ...

Marietta Business Association to Host “Celebrate Marietta” Day

December 7, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The City of Marietta is pleased to announce that the Marietta Business Association will host “Celebrate Marietta” on Monday, December 11^th at...

City of Marietta Releases New FREE “Trash Talk” App

December 6, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509 

MARIETTA – The City of Marietta is pleased to release a new citizen friendly sanitation app called “Trash Talk” to better aide your trash and recycling ...

CobbWorks to Host Imagine A Day Without Reading Event

December 5, 2017

CONTACT: Nicole Carsten

Communications Manager

ncarsten@cobbworks.org

770.528.8075

MARIETTA -  CobbWorks Literacy Council (CLC) is teaming up with Barnes and Noble to hold Imagine a Day Without Reading, an event to raise literacy awar...

City Council to Meet December 11 and 13

MARIETTA - Marietta City Council will meet for an agenda work session Monday, December 11 beginning at 5:15 p.m.  An agenda review session will take place Wednesday, December 13 at 6 p.m. and be followed by Council’s regularly scheduled meeting a...

City of Marietta Honors Employees for Their Service

December 1, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

77.794.5509

MARIETTA - On Friday, December 1st, Mayor Steve Tumlin and City Manager Bill Bruton honored both current and recently retired City employees who have served Mariet...

Tour Historic Homes During the 31st Annual Marietta Pilgrimage Christmas Home Tour

November 30, 2017

CONTACT: Katie Peterson

Marietta Visitors Bureau

katie@mariettasquare.com

770-429-1115

www.mariettapilgrimage.com

MARIETTA, GA – Walk through the doors of some of Marietta’s most beautiful and historic homes on Dec. 2 and 3 as the 31st Annual ...

Root House Museum Announces 3rd Annual Christmas Candlelight Tour

November 30, 2017

CONTACT: Trevor Beemon

Executive Director

tbeemon@cobblandmarks.com 

MARIETTA - Join the William Root House on December 9th for a special holiday experience that's perfect for the entire family! Visitors to the antebellum ...

MPD to Host Open House Saturday, December 2, 2017

November 29, 2017

CONTACT: Officer Chuck McPhilamy

cmcphilamy@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5370

Do you know a young adult (anyone over 19.75 years old) who has expressed an interest in law enforcement as a career path? Please encourage them to sign up and attend ou...

Volunteers Needed to Plant Trees at Westside Elementary

November 28, 2017

CONTACT: Holly Walquist

770.424.4664

EVENT POSTPONED to January 13, 2018 due to inclement weather.

What:              December Tree Planting Event

When:     &...

City of Marietta Initiates Contest to Win Free Valet Parking Pass and 2 Ice Skating Tickets!

November 27, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509 

MARIETTA – The City of Marietta is pleased to announce a fun, free, and fantastic Facebook contest just in time for the Christmas season!

Are you planni...

MPD to Host Semiannual Citizens Police Academy Beginning January 25, 2018

November 21, 2017

CONTACT: Officer Chuck McPhilamy

cmcphilamy@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5370

The Marietta Police Department is pleased to announce its upcoming Citizens Police Academy. The semiannual program provides citizens of Marietta with an opportunity to e...

City Council to Meet November 29

MARIETTA - Marietta City Council will meet for committee meetings Wednesday, November 29 beginning at 5:15 p.m. All meetings take place in the City Council chamber located on the lobby level of City Hall, 205 Lawrence St.

Meetings

• Public invited to attend
• Ag...

MPD Offers Helpful Holiday Safety Tips

November 20, 2017

CONTACT: Officer Chuck McPhilamy

cmcphilamy@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5370

The Thanksgiving/Christmas holiday season means different things to people: time spent with family, holiday vacations, and even gifts. To burglars, it means empty homes ...

Marietta Fire Department Enlists Santa to Help With Fire Prevention Education

November 16, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The Marietta Fire Department is excited to announce that Santa has kindly agreed to help them promote and educate our City’s children about ...

MEDIA ADVISORY: Councilwoman Michelle Cooper Kelly to Hold Town Hall Meeting on November 30, 2017

November 16, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – Councilwoman Michelle Cooper Kelly (Ward 6) will hold a Town Hall Meeting on Thursday, November 30, 2017 at Sawyer Road Elementary School located at 8...

Georgia Symphony Orchestra Concerts Feature Santa at the Symphony

November 15, 2017

CONTACT: Susan StenslandGeorgia Symphony Orchestra

sstensland@georgiasymphony.org770.429.2390

MARIETTA -  The holidays will be merry and bright this year with Santa at the Symphony! The Georgia Symphony Orchestra, the GSO Chorus, a...

Marietta Square Farmers Market Named Best by My Home Improvement Magazine

November 14, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The Marietta Square Farmers Market held in the Historic Marietta Square was recently awarded the “Best of 2017” in the Best Farmers Market c...

MPD to Host Gun Safety Seminar on Tuesday, December 12, 2017

November 6, 2017

CONTACT: Officer Chuck McPhilamy

770.794.5370

The next Marietta Police Department Firearm Safety Seminar is scheduled for Tuesday, December 12, 2017 at 6:30pm. This free seminar is conducted twice a year and is designed to educate Georgia re...

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City Offices Closed for Thanksgiving

City of Marietta Administrative Offices will be closed Thursday, November 23 and Friday, November 24.  Police, fire and other services essential for public safety and health will remain open. 

Marietta Power and Water administrative offic...

Marietta Parks and Rec to Host 2-Day Thanksgiving Break Camp for Kids

November 8, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The City of Marietta’s Parks and Recreation Department is pleased to host a two-day Thanksgiving Break Camp for children ages 5-12 on Monday, November ...

Volunteers Needed to Plant Trees near Lewis Park on Saturday, November 11th

November 7, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

Marietta Tree Keepers invites volunteers of all ages to help plant trees at the City of Marietta Maintenance Building (near Lewis Park) on Saturday, November 11 a...

MEDIA ADVISORY: Councilman Johnny Walker to Hold Town Hall Meeting on November 15, 2017

November 7, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – Councilman Johnny Walker (Ward 3) will hold a Town Hall Meeting on Wednesday, November 15, 2017 in the City Hall Council Chambers located at 205 Lawren...

GA Metro Dance Theatre Heralds The Holiday Season with The Nutcracker

November 6, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA - GA Metro Dance Theatre (GMDT) is thrilled to announce the much-anticipated holiday classic, The Nutcracker – a magical performance from the company’s 6...

City's Community Development Division to Hold Public Meeting on Reallocation of CDBG GRANT Funds

November 3, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA - A Public Review Meeting will be held at 11:00 a.m. on November 22, 2017 at 268 Lawrence Street, Suite 200, Marietta, Georgia to receive comments on the...

Marietta Parks and Recreation Department Awarded GRPA D5 Class “A” Agency of the Year

November 3, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The Marietta Parks and Recreation Department is pleased to announce it was awarded the Georgia Recreation & Park Association’s D5 Class “A” Agency ...

Online Booking Available Now to Make Santa Appointments on the Marietta Square

November 2, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – Beginning November 1, 2017, families again can book their visits online to see Santa on the Marietta Square with appointments starting on Friday, Decem...

City of Marietta to Honor MFD Chief Jackie Gibbs on November 8, 2017 After 40 Years of Service

November 1, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The City of Marietta is pleased to announce it will honor Marietta Fire Department’s Chief Jackie Gibbs on Wednesday, November 8, 2017 from 4...

WorkSource Cobb to Offer Free Workshops Beginning Friday, November 3

November 1, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – Beginning Friday, November 3, 2017, WorkSource Cobb will host a free weekly workshop series for job seekers. Registration is required. To register call...

Marietta Fire Department Reminds Citizen to Change Alarm Batteries When Changing Clocks

November 1, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – In conjunction with the end of daylight savings time on Sunday, November 5, 2017, the Marietta Fire Department would like to remind residents to change...

City Council to Meet November 6 and 8

MARIETTA - Marietta City Council will meet for an agenda work session Monday, November 6 beginning at 5:15 p.m.  An agenda review session will take place Wednesday, November 8 at 6 p.m. and be followed by Council’s regularly sc...

Attend the 13th Annual Veterans Day Parade on November 11, 2017

October 31, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – Please join the City of Marietta and the Kiwanis Club of Marietta in honoring all veterans on Saturday, November 11, 2017 at the 13^th Annual Veterans D...

SAVE THE DATE: City of Marietta to Host Santa’s Arrival & Christmas Tree Lighting on November 30th

October 30, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The City of Marietta’s Parks and Recreation Department is pleased to host its annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony in ...

Marietta/Cobb Museum of Art to Host Martinis and Music on Friday, November 10th

October 26, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The Marietta/Cobb Museum of Art is pleased to host another installment of Martinis and Music on Friday, November 10, 2017 from 5:30pm-8:30pm ...

City of Marietta Fire Chief Jackie Gibbs to Retire After Over 40 Years of Service

October 25, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – On Wednesday, October 25, 2017, the City of Marietta announced that after over forty years of service to the City and its citizen, Marietta Fire Depart...

City of Marietta Recognized by ITS Georgia for Marietta TravelSafely App

October 25, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

City of Marietta

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The City of Marietta is pleased to announce it has been recognized by the Intelligent Transportation Society of Georgia (ITS Georgia) w...

Marietta Gone With The Wind Museum to Host Book Signing Event

October 20, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA - The City of Marietta is pleased to announce that the Marietta Gone With the Wind Museum will host a book signing event featuring The Little Blue Pumpki...

The Marietta Fire Department Needs Your Help!

October 19, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The Marietta Fire Department is pleased to announce they will be hosting an in house EMT Class for its newest recruit class on January 2, 2018, but fir...

Marietta Museum of History to Host Remember When: Mayors of Marietta

October 19, 2017

Contact: Jan Galt 

jan@mariettahistory.org 

770.794.5710

MARIETTA - On Friday, October 27, 2017, the Marietta Museum of History continues its popular monthly program, the Remember When Club.  The Club expl...

City of Marietta to Host FREE Sports Clinic Featuring International Coaches!

October 19, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The City of Marietta is pleased to host a FREE sports clinic for children up to age 18, featuring international coaches here in the United St...

Join Keep Marietta Beautiful on Saturday, October 21 at Love the Loop Event

October 18, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – Please join Keep Marietta Beautiful on Saturday, October 21, 201 at the "Love the Loop" Event to help clean a portion of the loop. ...

City Council to Meet October 25

MARIETTA - Marietta City Council will meet for committee meetings Wednesday, October 25 beginning at 5:15 p.m. All meetings take place in the City Council chamber located on the lobby level of City Hall, 205 Lawrence St.

Meetings

• Public invited to attend
• Age...

City Council Reappoints Member to Marietta Development Authority

October 12, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA - On October 11, 2017, Marietta City Council reappointed Sterling G. Wharton to Post 3 of the Marietta Development Authority for a four-year term expirin...

City Council and Marietta Fire Department Honor Fire Prevention Week Poster Contest Winners

October 12, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

Watch the video

MARIETTA - On Wednesday, October 11, 2017, the City Council and the Marietta Fire Department honored third grade students from local schools who pa...

Watch Latest City Council Meeting Online

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Marietta City Council Recognizes Graduates of the MPD’s Citizens' Police Academy

October 12, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

Watch the video

MARIETTA - On Wednesday, October 11, 2017, Police Chief Dan Flynn and Officer Paul Hill recognized and congratulated the most recent graduates of t...

Mayor and Council Honor Marietta Power & Water's Park Street Elementary School Contest Winners

October 11, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

Watch the video

MARIETTA - On Wednesday, October 11, 2017, at the City Council Meeting, Mayor Tumlin and Council honored Park Street Elementary School students who...

Marietta Museum of History to Host History 4.0: African American Experience

October 11, 2017

CONTACT: Amy Reed

770-794-5710

MARIETTA - The Marietta Museum of History presents History 4.0, a series of 4-week sessions discussing American history from a local perspective. Join us for our first session with Marietta’s own, Mic...

Switzer Library Hosts North Georgia Reads 2017: Sharyn McCrumb on November 4th

October 10, 2017

CONTACT: Alexandra Beswick

Central Region Manager, Cobb County Public Library System

Alexandra.Beswick@cobbcounty.org

770.528.2320

MARIETTA - North Georgia Reads 2017 presents award-winning writer Sharyn McCrumb at the Switzer Library in downt...

Marietta Tree Keepers Needs Volunteers on Saturday, October 14

October 9, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

What:             Maintaining Event

When:            Sat...

The Georgia Symphony Orchestra Opens 2017-2018 Season with “From Darkness to Light”

October 6, 2017

Contact: Susan Stensland

Georgia Symphony Orchestra

sstensland@georgiasymphony.org

770-429-2390

MARIETTA - The Georgia Symphony Orchestra (GSO) opens the 2017-2018 season with Music Director Timothy Verville in a celebration of powerful Classic...

MFD Marks National Fire Prevention Week October 8-14, 2017

October 5, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – In light of National Fire Prevention Week, October, 8-14, 2017, the Marietta Fire Department would like to remind citizens of some very import...

Marietta Fire Museum to Close for Remodel on Saturday, October 7th

October 5, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The Marietta Fire Museum located at 112 Haynes Street, Marietta, GA will close to visitors on Saturday, October 7, 2017 for a highly anticipated remodel...

Keep Marietta Beautiful to Co-Host 9th Annual Cherokee Heights Arts Festival on November 11th

October 5, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – Keep Marietta Beautiful is pleased to co-host the 9^th Annual Cherokee Heights Arts Festival (CHAF) on November 11, 2017 from 9am-4pm. The Festival is on...

MPD to Host Civilian Response to Active Shooter Event on Monday, October 9, 2017

October 4, 2017

CONTACT: Officer Chuck McPhilamy

cmcphilamy@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5370

The Marietta Police Department will host a Civilian Response to Active Shooter Event seminar on Monday, October 9, 2017 at the Marietta Marietta Performing Arts Center loc...

Pop-In at the Marietta Museum of History: Monster Mash Theme

October 4, 2017

CONTACT: Christa McCay

Christa@mariettahistory.org

770.794.5710

MARIETTA - The Marietta Museum of History will be hosting its monthly Pop-In for Pop Culture with an exciting Monster Mash theme! This event will take place Tuesday, October 10^th ...

Root House Museum Goes Into Mourning this October

October 4, 2017

CONTACT: Trevor Beemon

Executive Director

678-594-4994

tbeemon@cobblandmarks.com

Root House Museum Goes Into Mourning this October

Marietta's antebellum William Root House will teach visitors about mourning practices of the 1850s by se...

City Council to Meet October 9 and 11

MARIETTA - Marietta City Council will meet for an agenda work session Monday, October 9 beginning at 5:15 p.m.  An agenda review session will take place Wednesday, October 11 at 6 p.m. and be followed by Council’s regularly scheduled me...

Attend the 41st Annual HarvestFest on the Marietta Square on Saturday, October 21st

October 3, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – Mark your calendars to attend the City of Marietta's 41st Annual HarvestFest on the Historic Marietta Square on Saturday, October 21, 2017 fro...

Marietta First Responders Honored at Cobb Chamber’s Annual Public Safety Appreciation Breakfast

October 2, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The City of Marietta is pleased to announce that members of the Marietta Fire Department and Marietta Police Department were honored on Monday, October ...

Marietta Museum of History to Host Remember When Club: Evening Edition! - Working at Six Flags

October 2, 2017

CONTACT: Jan Galt

jan@mariettahistory.org

770-794-5710

MARIETTA - Join the Marietta Museum of History for this special evening edition of our popular Remember When Club! In 2015, we hosted former Six Flags employees from the 60s, 70s and 80s w...

Marietta’s Sanitation Services Division Offers Friendly Reminder of Recycling Policy

September 29, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – Due to a change in policy for recycling processing centers across the region, independent contractors no longer accept glass recycling from...

Marietta Power & Water to Mark Public Power & Clean Water Week October 1-7, 2017

September 28, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – Marietta Power and Water is pleased to join over 2,000 community-owned, not-for-profit electric utilities, and many more municipal water and sewer sy...

Marietta Museum of History to Host Touchstones to the Past: City Cemetery Tours

CONTACT: Christa McCay

christa@mariettahistory.org

770.794.5726

MARIETTA — The Marietta Museum of History’s Registrar, Christa McCay, will continue her walking tours through the Marietta City Cemetery this October.  The tours pro...

City of Marietta Partners with Arts Council for Spring Arts Festival

September 26, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The City of Marietta is pleased to announce it will partner with the Marietta Art Council to celebrate Marietta’s long-awaited Mountain to River Trai...

WorkSource Cobb to Offer Free Financial Planning Workshops Beginning Friday, October 6

September 25, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – Starting Friday, October 6, 2017, WorkSource Cobb, will host a free weekly Financial Planning Workshop series, presented by the Financial Pl...

MPD to Host Police Athletic League Car Show on Saturday, Oct. 21

September 22, 2017

CONTACT: Officer Chuck McPhilamy

cmcphilamy@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5370

Do you own an amazing car? Are you willing to help the Marietta Police Athletic League (PAL) provide affordable programs for area youth? Please register now to show you...

Marietta Power & Water to Perform Routine Tree Trimming Maintenance on Whitlock Ave

September 20, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – During the week of September 25-29th, which coincides with fall break for Marietta City Schools, Marietta Power and Water will do proactive tree trim...

MPD's Media Police Academy Registration Now Open

September 19, 2017

CONTACT: Officer Chuck McPhilamy

cmcphilamy@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5370 

Media Police Academy registration is now open! ALL Media personnel from public or collegiate news organizations are invited (desk editors, reporters, radio pe...

City Council to Meet September 27

MARIETTA - Marietta City Council will meet for committee meetings Wednesday, September 27 beginning at 5:15 p.m. All meetings take place in the City Council chamber located on the lobby level of City Hall, 205 Lawrence St.

Meetings

• Public invited to attend
• A...

Marietta Museum of History to Host Remember When: "Where Were You In WWII?"

September 18, 2017

CONTACT: Jan Galt

jan@mariettahistory.org

770.794.5710

MARIETTA—On Friday, September 22, 2017, the Marietta Museum of History continues its popular monthly program, the Remember When Club.  The Club explores what life was like in C...

Watch Latest City Council Meeting Online

Want to know what your local elected officials are deciding? Streaming video of the September 13 regular meeting of Marietta City Council is available for viewing online.Subscribe to receive updates about City news and events from Marietta City Hall.

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Next Installment of MPD Pastor’s Police Academy Now Open for Registration

September 14, 2017

CONTACT: Officer Chuck McPhilamy

cmcphilamy@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5370

MARIETTA - This academy is designed to provide faith-based leaders with insight into various aspects of policing. Participants will learn from department personnel who ...

Registration Now Available for City of Marietta’s 12th Annual Scarecrows in the Square Contest

September 13, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – Registration is now open for the City of Marietta's Parks and Recreation Department’s 12th Annual Scarecrows in the Square contest.  Please ...

City of Marietta and Marietta/Cobb Museum of Art to Host Chalktoberfest October 14-15, 2017

September 13, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA - The Chalktoberfest theme is “Bring your A-Game” and will feature over 90 professional chalk artists from around the US, Italy, Ukraine, Mexico and Ca...

Mountain to River Trail Bridge to be Set on Monday, September 18, 2017

September 12, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The City of Marietta is in the final stages of constructing its newest trail, the Mountain to River (M2R) Trail. The bridge connecting the trail over...

Marietta Gone With The Wind Museum Special Exhibition Extended to October 15th!

September 12, 2017

CONTACT: Connie Sutherland

Director, Marietta Gone With the Wind

CSutherland@mariettaga.gov

 770-794-5145

www.gwtwmarietta.com

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

City of Marietta

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

Gem...

City Hall, BLW, and Municipal Court Delayed Until 10am on Tues, September 12th

September 11, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

The City of Marietta, Marietta Power and Water, and Marietta Municipal Court's administrative offices will open at 10am due to Hurricane Irma on Tuesday, Septem...

City Hall, BLW, and Municipal Court Closed Monday, September 11, 2017

September 10, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

770-794-5509

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

The City of Marietta, Marietta Power and Water, and Marietta Municipal Court's administrative offices will be closed due to Hurricane Irma on Monday, September ...

Georgia EPD Eases Watering Limits, Reminds Citizens Year-round Conservation Needed

September 7, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

ATLANTA - The Georgia Environmental Protection Division (EPD) is easing outdoor water use restrictions in 55 counties including metropolitan Atlanta, but reminds...

Marietta's Community Development Division Requests Citizen Participation

September 7, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The City of Marietta’s Community Development Division uses the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds to support ...

William Root House Museum Receives Transformative Gift

September 7, 2017

CONTACT: Trevor Beemon

Executive Director

tbeemon@cobblandmarks.com

678-594-4994

Family makes remarkable donation to the Root House Museum, not in the form of funds, but something much rarer - Root family artifacts. 

MARIETTA - Owned ...

Register to Participate in the 13th Annual Veterans Day Parade on November 11th

September 6, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – Registration is now available for the community to participate in the City of Marietta and the Kiwanis Club of Marietta’...

City Council to Meet September 11 and 13

MARIETTA - Marietta City Council will meet for an agenda work session Monday, September 11 beginning at 5:15 p.m.  An agenda review session will take place Wednesday, September 13 at 6 p.m. and be followed by Council’s regularly schedul...

Register Now for Midnight Madness Event at Custer Park Sports and Fitness Center

September 6, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The Marietta Parks and Recreation Department is pleased to announce that the Custer Park Sports and Fitness Center will host a Mid...

WorkSource Cobb to Offer Free Job Search Workshops on September 12th

September 5, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – On Tuesday, September 12, 2017 WorkSource Cobb will host a free job search workshop at the Cobb County Civic Center located at 548 South Marietta Park...

Registration Still Available for City of Marietta’s 41st Annual HarvestFest Arts and Crafts Festival

September 1, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The Marietta Parks and Recreation Department is pleased to announce they are still accepting applications for the City of Marietta's 41^st Annual Harve...

Attend the Marietta/Cobb Career Expo on September 14, 2017

August 30, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA - The 2017 Marietta/Cobb Career Expo will be held Thursday, September 14 from 10 am to 2 pm at the Cobb County Civic Center, 548 South Marietta Parkway, M...

Marietta Square Art Walk Continues Friday, September 1, 2017

August 30, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA - The next installment of the Marietta Square Art Walk will occur on Friday, September 1, 2017 and continues the first Friday of every month through Novem...

How the Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon on Whitlock Avenue at Cheatham Hill Works

August 29, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The installation of the Georgia Department of Transportation’s pedestrian hybrid beacon on Whitlock Avenue at Cheatham Hill replaced...

City of Marietta Officially Opens the Franklin Gateway Sports Complex for Business

August 29, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

View Photos

MARIETTA – On Thursday, August 24, 2017, the City of Marietta held a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the City’s new Franklin Gateway Sports Complex located ...

Marietta Museum of History Opens Once Upon a Playground on September 1st, 2017

August 25, 2017

Contact: Christa McCay

Marietta Museum of History

christa@mariettahistory.org

770-794-5710

MARIETTA - The classic metal and wood structures that have populated playgrounds for most of the twentieth century—towering metal slides, giant jungle gy...

Candidates Qualify for the City of Marietta’s 2017 General Election

August 24, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA - The City of Marietta’s 2017 General Election qualifying period for candidates for Mayor, City Council and School Board occurred from August 21...

City of Marietta and Cobb County to Host Public Information Open House on Old 41 Highway Bridge

August 23, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

Public Information Open House

Welcome Letter 

August 24, 2017

The City of Marietta's Public Works Department and the Cobb County Department of Tran...

Join the 26th Annual Streetfest for the Toy Box Trot on Saturday, September 16th

August 23, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

THE TOY BOX TROT:  NEW EVENT ADDED TO 

THE 26^TH ANNUAL MARIETTA STREETFEST

Saturday, September 16, 2016

Marietta, GA (May 29, 2017) – The ...

City of Marietta to Host 26th Annual Marietta Streetfest on September 16-17th

August 23, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – Now a two-day event, the 26^th Annual Marietta StreetFest, held September 16-17, focuses on the family with many free activities including arts & cra...

City Council to Meet August 30

MARIETTA - Marietta City Council will meet for committee meetings Wednesday, August 30 beginning at 5:15 p.m. All meetings take place in the City Council chamber located on the lobby level of City Hall, 205 Lawrence St.

Meetings

• Public invited to a...

City Offices Closed for Labor Day

City of Marietta Administrative Offices will be closed Monday, September 4.  Police, fire and other services essential for public safety and health will remain open. 

Marietta Power and Water administrative offices will also be closed in ...

Registration Now Available for Marietta Parks & Rec Fall Break Camp September 25-29th

August 22, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The Marietta Parks and Recreation Department is pleased to announce registration is now available for their Fall Break Camp which will be held the week ...

Custer Park Sports and Fitness Center to Host FREE Fitness Fiesta Week

August 21, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The Marietta Parks and Recreation Department is pleased to announce that the Custer Park Sports and Fitness Center will host a Fitness Fiesta Week durin...

Registration Now Open for Marietta's Youth Basketball Program

August 18, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The Marietta Parks and Recreation Department is pleased to announce registration for Marietta's 2017-2018 youth basketball season will open Mo...

Custer Park Sports and Fitness Center to Host FREE Youth Co-Ed Basketball Clinic

August 18, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The Marietta Parks and Recreation Department is pleased to announce that the Custer Park Sports and Fitness Center will host a Free Youth Co-Ed Basketba...

Marietta Museum of History to Host Remember When: Drive-Ins and Movie Theaters

August 17, 2017

CONTACT: Jan Galt 

770.794.5710 

jan@mariettahistory.org

MARIETTA—On Friday, August 25th, 2017, the Marietta Museum of History continues its popular monthly program, the Remember When Club.  The Club explores what li...

MEDIA ADVISORY: City to Hold Ribbon Cutting for Franklin Gateway Sports Complex on Thurs, August 24

August 16, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MEDIA ADVISORY: City of Marietta to Hold Ribbon Cutting for Franklin Gateway Sports Complex on Thursday, August 24^th   

MARIETTA – The City of Mar...

Keep Marietta Beautiful to Hold Shredding Event on Saturday, September 23rd

August 16, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – On Saturday, September 23, 2017, the City of Marietta and Keep Marietta Beautiful will hold a shredding event from 9am-12pm at 591 North Marie...

Red Hare Brewing Company to Brew Beer with Hops from William Root House Museum & Garden

August 16, 2017

CONTACT: Trevor BeemonExecutive Director678-594-4994tbeemon@cobblandmarks.comMARIETTA - The oldest home in downtown Marietta, the William Root House is one of the only wood frame structures in town to survive the Civil War. The home was own...

City of Marietta Enters Testing Phase to Roll Out New “Smart City” Marietta TravelSafely App

August 15, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

City of Marietta

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

CONTACT: Bill Wells

Applied Information

bwells@appinfoinc.com

404.281.7490

City to Connect First Responders, School Beacons, Driver Feedback Signs, Veh...

Register Now to Recruit New Employees at 2017 Marietta/Cobb Career Expo

August 15, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

City of Marietta

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – Registration is now available for employers to participate in the 2017 Marietta/Cobb Career Expo. The event will be held on Thursday, Se...

PRESS CONFERENCE: City of Marietta Enters Testing Phase for New Marietta TravelSafely App

August 11, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The City of Marietta is pleased to announce a press conference detailing the City entering a testing phase to deploy the new “Smart City” Mari...

CobbWorks to Offer Free Computer Training Classes Starting September 11th

August 11, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – Beginning Monday, September 11, 2017, WorkSource Cobb/CobbWorks will host a free two-week basic computer training class to eligible participants.

The Int...

City Council Reappoints Member to Board of Lights and Water

August 10, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA - On Wednesday, August 9, 2017, Marietta City Council reappointed Brian Torras to the Board of Lights and Water as a non-resident member for a four-year t...

Watch Latest City Council Meeting Online

Marietta Police Athletic League Now Registering For Variety of Programs

August 9, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The Marietta Police Athletic League (PAL) is pleased to announce they are in the process of holding open registration for a variety of after school progr...

MEDIA ADVISORY: Elizabeth Porter Historic Committee to Hold Meeting on Monday, August 14, 2017

August 9, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The Elizabeth Porter Historic Monument, Art, and Murals Committee will hold a meeting on Monday, August 14, 2017 5:30pm in the Fire Station 51 Conference...

MEDIA ADVISORY: Councilwoman Michelle Cooper Kelly to Hold Town Hall Meeting on August 17, 2017

August 8, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – Councilwoman Michelle Cooper Kelly (Ward 6) will hold a Town Hall Meeting on Thursday, August 17, 2017 at Lockheed Elementary School at 6:30pm.  ...

Marietta Cobb Museum of Art to Host Martinis and Music

August 7, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The popular event, Martinis and Music, will once again take place at the Marietta Cobb Museum of Art on Friday, August 18, 2017 from 5:30-8:30 PM. Entran...

Marietta Museum of History to Host Pop-In for Pop Culture Event

August 3, 2017

CONTACT: Christa McCay 

770-794-5726

christa@mariettahistory.org 

MARIETTA - The Marietta Museum of History will be hosting its monthly Pop-In for Pop Culture with an exciting Space & Aviation theme! This event w...

Marietta Square Art Walk Continues Friday, August 4, 2017

August 3, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA - The next installment of the Marietta Square Art Walk will occur on Friday, August 4, 2017 and continues the first Friday of every month through November....

Custer Park Sports and Fitness Center Now Offering More Class Options

August 2, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The City of Marietta’s Custer Park Sports and Fitness Center is pleased to announce they are now offering more diverse clas...

City of Marietta Deploys New Online Plan Review & Permit Application Process

August 1, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The City of Marietta is pleased to announce that beginning Monday, August 14, 2017, the City will deploy a new web based site plan review and permit appl...

City Council to Meet August 7 and 9

MARIETTA - Marietta City Council will meet for an agenda work session Monday, August 7 beginning at 5:15 p.m.  An agenda review session will take place Wednesday, August 9 at 6 p.m. and be followed by Council’s regularly scheduled meeti...

City of Marietta to Host Art in the Park on September 2-4, 2017

July 31, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov 

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – Giving folks – most likely about 45,000 of them – a reason to stay in town for Labor Day, the 31^st Annual Marietta Art in the Park will showcase...

Preliminary Paving Work to Begin on Whitlock Avenue Week of July 31, 2017

July 27, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The Georgia Department of Transportation has notified the City of Marietta that preliminary paving work will begin on state-owned Whitlock Avenue during t...

MPD Chief Dan Flynn Named the Chief of the Year by the GA Association of Chiefs of Police

July 26, 2017

CONTACT: Officer Chuck McPhilamy

770.794.5370

The Marietta Police Department is honored to announce that MPD Chief Dan Flynn has been selected as the Chief of the Year by the Georgia Association of Chiefs of Police (GACP).  

The GACP Su...

Root House Museum Shows Visitors How Southerners Kept Their Cool

July 26, 2017

CONTACT: Trevor Beemon

Executive Director

678-594-4994

tbeemon@cobblandmarks.com

Visitors will learn how Victorian southerners transformed their homes in order to keep cool during the hot summer months.

MARIETTA - Before air conditioning existed, ...

MEDIA ADVISORY: Mayor Tumlin, City Council, MDA, and Life University Hold Groundbreaking Ceremony

July 25, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – Mayor Steve Tumlin, City Council, members of the Marietta Development Authority, and officials of Life University will hold a groundbreaking ceremony Frid...

Marietta’s Community Development Division Announces Emergency Heating/Air Conditioning Program

July 25, 2017

CONTACT: Daphne Bradwell

Community Development Division, Manager

Dbradwell@mariettaga.gov                            &...

Marietta Parks and Recreation Department to Host 2nd Swift Kids Running Club for Kids

July 24, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The Marietta Parks and Recreation Department is pleased to announce it will host another edition of the Swift Kids Running Club, which is a seven-week run...

Marietta Redevelopment Corporation Donates Remaining Funds to New Elizabeth Porter Park

July 21, 2017

CONTACT: Elizabeth Porter Park Fund Contacts

Councilwoman Michelle Cooper Kelly

Historic Monument, Art, and Murals Committee Chairwoman

mkelly@mariettaga.gov

Alvin Huff

Economic Development Project Manager

City of Marietta

770-794-5512

ahuff@marietta...

Join Keep Marietta Beautiful on Saturday, July 22 at Love the Loop Event

July 20, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – Please join Keep Marietta Beautiful on Saturday, July 22 at the "Love the Loop" Event to help clean a portion of the loop. Please meet...

Custer Parks Sports and Fitness Center to Host New Soccer Game-Fit Class

July 19, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

Custer Parks Sports and Fitness Center to Host New Soccer Game-Fit Class

MARIETTA – The Marietta Parks and Recreation Department is pleased to announce its ...

Marietta Gone With The Wind Museum to Host Special Exhibition for One Month Only

July 18, 2017

CONTACT: Connie Sutherland

Director, Marietta Gone With the Wind

CSutherland@mariettaga.gov

 770-794-5145

www.gwtwmarietta.com

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

City of Marietta

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

Gem City...

Marietta Museum of History to Host Remember When: Hometown Slideshow

July 18, 2017

CONTACT: Jan Galt

jan@mariettahistory.org

770.794.5710

MARIETTA — On Friday, July 28th, 2017, the Marietta Museum of History continues its popular monthly program, the Remember When Club.  The Club explores what life was like in Cobb Co...

Elizabeth Porter Historic Monument, Art and Murals Committee to Hold Meeting on Monday, July 24

July 17, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The Elizabeth Porter Historic Monument, Art, and Murals Committee will hold a meeting on Monday, July 24, 2017 5:30pm in the fourth floor conference room ...

City Council to Meet July 26

MARIETTA - Marietta City Council will meet for committee meetings Wednesday, July 26 beginning at 5:15 p.m. All meetings take place in the City Council chamber located on the lobby level of City Hall, 205 Lawrence St.

Meetings

• Public invited to attend
• Agenda...

City of Marietta Housing & Community Development Division Public Meeting Notice

July 17, 2107

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

A Public Review Meeting will be held at 11:00am on August 10, 2017 at 268 Lawrence Street, Suite 200, Marietta, Georgia to receive comments on the FINAL 20...

Statement from Mayor Steve Tumlin Regarding the Passage of Term Limits by City Council

July 14, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – On Wednesday, July 12, 2017, Marietta City Council held its final discussion and vote on the passage of instituting term limits on both Council ...

Watch Latest City Council Meeting Online

MEDIA ADVISORY: Councilmen Chalfant, Walker, and Morris to Hold Town Hall Meeting on July 20, 2017

July 13, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – Councilmen Grif Chalfant (Ward 2), Johnny Walker (Ward 3) and Andy Morris (Ward 4) will hold a Town Hall Meeting on Thursday, July 20, 2017 at Marietta Ci...

Marietta City Council Reappoints Member to Board of Zoning Appeals

July 13, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – On Wednesday, July 12, 2017, the Marietta City Council reappointed Bobby Van Buren to Ward 6 of the Board of Zoning Appeals for a three-year term expiring...

Last Chance to See Jukebox Giants: Motown & More at the Strand Theatre This Weekend

July 13, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – Don’t miss out on the last chance to see Jukebox Giants: Motown & More this weekend at the Earl Smith Strand Theatre. The final shows are Friday, July...

MEDIA ADVISORY: Councilman Andy Morris to Hold Town Hall Meeting on July 17, 2017

July 12, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – Councilman Andy Morris (Ward 4) will hold a Town Hall Meeting on Monday, July 17, 2017 at Marietta City Hall located at 205 Lawrence Street, Mar...

Public Information Open House for Kennesaw Mountain Pedestrian Improvements Set for August 8th

July 12, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – On Tuesday, August 8, 2017, the City of Marietta’s Public Works Department and the Cobb County Department of Public Transportation will hold a Public Info...

CobbWorks to Offer Free Workshops for Job Seekers Beginning Friday, August 4

July 10, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – Beginning Friday, August 4, 2017, CobbWorks will host a free weekly workshop series which will last throughout the month, presented by Terence N...

Marietta Museum of History Announces “Diverse Cobb: Photo & Artifact Drive"

July 6, 2017

CONTACT: Amy Reed

770-794-5710

MARIETTA - We have the important role of preserving everyone’s story here at the Marietta Museum of History. However, the complete story of Cobb County and Marietta cannot be told if we do not have docume...

Scholastic Summer Reading Road Trip in Marietta July 21 at Switzer Library

July 6, 2017

CONTACT: Lisa Cleary

Community Engagement Manager

Lisa.Cleary@cobbcounty.org

770.528.4620

MARIETTA – Scholastic is presenting a popup reading festival from 10 a.m. to noon, Friday, July 21 at the Switzer Library outdoor plaza in downtown Marietta,...

OSCAR The Robot to Visit the Marietta Museum of History

July 5, 2017

CONTACT: Christa McCay770-794-5710Christa@mariettahistory.org

MARIETTA - The Marietta Museum of History will be hosting its monthly Pop-In for Pop Culture with an exciting rockets and robots theme! This event will take place Tuesday, July 11^th ...

City of Marietta Not Increasing Tax Rates, Millage Rate to Remain the Same

July 3, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA - The Marietta City Council announces its intention to increase the property taxes it will levy this year by 7.24 percentage over the rollback mill...

City Council to Meet July 6 and 12

MARIETTA - Marietta City Council will meet for an agenda work session Thursday, July 6 beginning at 5:15 p.m.  An agenda review session will take place Wednesday, July 12 at 6 p.m. and be followed by Council’s regularly scheduled meetin...

Grab Your American Flags and Come Out to the Marietta Square on July 4th

June 29, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA - Grab your American flag, put on your red, white and blue, and celebrate America’s Independence on July 4, from 10 am-10 pm with an Independence Day parade...

Councilwoman Michelle Cooper Kelly Receives Training Certificate from the GMA

June 28, 2017

CONTACT: Kelli Bennett, GMA 

(678) 686-6242

kbennett@gmanet.com

MARIETTA– The City of Marietta is pleased to announce Councilwoman Michelle Cooper Kelly has received the prestigious Certificate of Recognition from the Harold F. Holtz Mu...

City of Marietta Housing & Community Development Division Public Meeting Notice

June 28, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

A Public Review Meeting will be held at 11:00 a.m. on July 20, 2017 at 268 Lawrence Street, Suite 200_Marietta, Georgia to receive comments on the ...

Councilman Philip Goldstein Receives Certificate of Dedication from the GMA

June 26, 2017

Kelli Bennett, GMA 

(678) 686-6242

kbennett@gmanet.com

SAVANNAH – The City of Marietta is pleased to announce Councilman Philip Goldstein received the prestigious Certificate of Dedication award from the Harold F. Holtz Municip...

Marietta Fire Department Offers Grilling Safety Tips

June 23, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – With the July 4^th Holiday quickly approaching, the Marietta Fire Department would like to make sure you and your family are aware of some helpful grilling...

City Offices Closed for Independence Day

City of Marietta Administrative Offices will be closed Tuesday, July 4.  Police, fire and other services essential for public safety and health will remain open. 

Marietta Power and Water administrative offices will also be closed in obse...

Marietta Square Farmers Market Named Best in the Metro Atlanta Area for Second Year in a Row

June 21, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – For the second year in a row, the Marietta Square Farmers Market held in the Historic Marietta Square was voted by the readers of the Atlanta Jo...

Marietta’s Local Museums and Square Attractions Announce July 4th Hours

June 20, 2107

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA - The Earl Smith Strand Theatre, Marietta Museum of History, Marietta Gone With the Wind Museum: Scarlett on the Square, and the Marietta Visitors Bureau ha...

MPD Announces New Public Safety Ambassador Unit

June 20, 2017

CONTACT: Officer Chuck McPhilamy

770.794.5370

PSA Frequently Asked Questions

The City of Marietta is on a roll in terms of public safety.  Crime in the city continues to decline to all-time lows while citizen trust and engagement with t...

City Council to Meet June 28

MARIETTA - Marietta City Council will meet for committee meetings Wednesday, June 28 beginning at 5:15 p.m. All meetings take place in the City Council chamber located on the lobby level of City Hall, 205 Lawrence St.

Meetings

• Public invited to attend
• Agenda...

SAVE THE DATE: Free Movie Night at Custer Park Featuring “Moana” on July 29, 2017

June 19, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The Marietta Parks and Recreation Department is pleased to host a FREE movie night at the Custer Park Sports Complex featuring “Moana” on Saturday, July 2...

Mayor Tumlin Reappoints Members to Marietta Housing Authority

June 15, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA - On Wednesday, June 14, 2017, Mayor Steve Tumlin reappointed two members to the Marietta Housing Authority during the Council meeting.

Mayor Tumlin reappoin...

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Marietta City Council Adopts Balanced FY 2018 Budget With No Tax or Fee Increases

June 15, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – On Wednesday, June 14, 2017, the Marietta City Council voted to adopt a balanced budget for Fiscal Year 2018, which begins July 1, 2017, and ends June 30,...

MEDIA ADVISORY: City of Marietta to Hold Ribbon Cutting at Joanne Woodward Park

June 14, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The City of Marietta will hold a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on Wednesday, June 28, 2017 at Joanne Woodward Park at 4:00pm.

WHO: ...

Celebrate July 4th with the City of Marietta on the Square

June 13, 2107

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The City of Marietta cordially invites the public to celebrate Independence Day on Tuesday, July 4 from 10am - 10pm, beginning with the Let Freedom Ring P...

Marietta Fire Department Offers Helpful Firework Safety Tips

June 12, 2107

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – With the July 4^th holiday just around the corner, the Marietta Fire Department would like to offer helpful safety tips to all those planning on using fire...

Marietta Fire Department to Participate in Cobb Safety Village Events

June 9, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The Marietta Fire Department is pleased to announce they will continue to participate in the Family Fun Safety Days events at the Cobb County Safety Villag...

City Council to Vote on Fiscal Year 2018 Proposed Budget

June 8, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA - The Marietta City Council will consider the Fiscal Year (FY) 2018 budget at its regularly scheduled meeting on June 14, 2017 at 7 pm in the City Hall Counc...

Marietta Parks and Recreation Department Announces New Summer Running Program for Kids

June 7, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The Marietta Parks and Recreation Department is pleased to announce its newest summer program, the Swift Kids Running Club, which is a seven-week running p...

Pop-In for Pop Culture Series - STEAM at the Museum: Arts & Crafts

June 7, 2017

CONTACT: Christa McCay

770-794-5710

Christa@mariettahistory.org

MARIETTA - The Marietta Museum of History is pleased to continue its Pop-In for Pop Culture series on Tuesday, June 13th from 10:30am to 8pm.  This month we will be changing...

SAVE THE DATE: Marietta Parks & Rec to Host Free Movie Night at Tumlin Park on June 16

June 6, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The City of Marietta’s Parks and Recreation Department, in conjunction with GracePointe Marietta and Hickory Hills Elementary School, is please to host a F...

City Council to Meet June 12 and 14

MARIETTA - Marietta City Council will meet for an agenda work session Monday, June 12 beginning at 5:15 p.m.  An agenda review session will take place Wednesday, June 14 at 6 p.m. and be followed by Council’s regularly scheduled meeting...

Union Army Occupies Marietta's Historic William Root House

June 5, 2017

CONTACT: Trevor Beemon

Executive Director

678-594-4994

tbeemon@cobblandmarks.com

MARIETTA, GA, May 31 - Join the William Root House Museum & Garden as we travel back to July 1864, when the Root family fled from Marietta, leaving their home to ...

MPD to Partner with Marietta City Schools to Expand Radkids Program

June 2, 2017

CONTACT: Officer Chuck McPhilamy 

770.794.5370

Marietta City Schools have agreed to partner with the Marietta Police Department to create new innovative ways to help educate and protect the children in our community. For the first time,...

MEDIA ADVISORY: City of Marietta to Hold Public Hearing on FY18 Budget on June 7, 2017

May 31, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA - The City of Marietta will hold two public hearings on Wednesday, June 7, 2017 regarding the recommended budget for Fiscal Year (FY) 2018, which begins July...

Cobb County Library to Host 2017 Summer Reading Program Kickoff on Saturday, June 3rd

May 31, 2017

CONTACT: Alexandra Beswick

Central Region Manager, Cobb County Public Library System

Alexandra.Beswick@cobbcounty.org

770.528.2320

MARIETTA – The 2017 Summer Reading Program Kickoff Party at Switzer Library, 266 Roswell Street in downtown Marietta...

Glover Park to Host 14th Annual Juneteenth Celebration June 16-18, 2017

May 26, 2017

CONTACT: Deane Bonner 

Cobb NAACP

770-425-5757

The Cobb County Branch of the National Association of the Advancement of Colored People, along with Mayor Steven Tumlin and Marietta City School Board Member Jeriene Grimes will be hosting t...

Registration Open for Custer Park Sports & Fitness Center’s Summer Start Smart Program

May 25, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – In conjunction with the National Alliance for Youth Sports, the City of Marietta’s Custer Park Sports and Fitness Center is pleased to offer another instal...

Marietta Fire Department Announces FREE Contest Featuring FREE Ride in a Fire Engine

May 23, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The Marietta Fire Department is pleased to announce they have created a FREE special summer contest, for which the winner will receive a FREE ride in a fir...

Marietta Museum of History Participates in Dixie Highway Yard Sale June 3-4th

May 22, 2017

CONTACT: Christa McCay

Marietta Museum of History, Registrar

770.794.5710

christa@mariettahistory.org

MARIETTA - Created in 2006, the 90 Mile Dixie Highway Yard Sale, celebrates hist...

MPD to Host Procedural Justice for Communities: A Dialogue to Enhance Communications

May 18, 2017

CONTACT: Officer Chuck McPhilamy

770.794.5370 

The Marietta Police Department is proud to announce a gathering on June 5^th designed to create open dialogue between the citizens of Marietta and their police department. 

&ldqu...

Marietta Museum of History to Host Remember When Club: Civil Rights in Marietta

May 17, 2017

CONTACT: Jan Galt

jan@mariettahistory.org

770-794-5710 

MARIETTA - On Friday, May 26th, 2017 at 10:30am, the Marietta Museum of History continues its popular monthly program, the Remember When Club.  In its third year, the Club ...

Brumby Hall to Host FREE “A Step Back in Time” Event at Historical Home

May 15, 2107

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The Friends of Brumby Hall cordially invite the public to step back in time and experience history by touring Brumby Hall and Gardens located at 500 Powder...

MPD Now Registering Women’s Self- Defense Classes for June and July 2017

May 15, 2017

CONTACT: Officer Chuck McPhilamy

Public Information Officer

770.794.5370

RAD Women’s Self- Defense classes now registering for June and July 2017 

Location: Marietta Police Department, 240 Lemon Street, Marietta GA 30060

The Marietta Polic...

City of Marietta Continues Intersection Improvements Throughout the City

May 12, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The City of Marietta will continue intersection improvements in the upcoming days and weeks, weather permitting, which will include the installation of Fla...

City Council Reappoints Members to Two City Boards

May 11, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA - On Wednesday, May 10, 2017, Marietta City Council reappointed members to the Historic Board of Review and the Marietta Development Authority during the Cou...

Watch Latest City Council Meeting Online

Want to know what your local elected officials are deciding? Streaming video of the May 10 regular meeting of Marietta City Council is available for viewing online.Subscribe to receive updates about City news and events from Marietta City Hall.

More info: ...

City Council Honors Marietta High School Police Academy Graduates

May 11, 2017CONTACT: Lindsey WilesCommunications Managerlwiles@mariettaga.gov770.794.5509

MARIETTA - On Wednesday, May 10, 2017, the Marietta City Council and the Marietta Police Department recognized graduates of the Inaugural Marietta High School Police ...

Mayor Steve Tumlin Presents Robin Burruss and Tip Top Poultry With a Key to the City

May 10, 2017
CONTACT: Lindsey WilesCommunications Manager
lwiles@mariettaga.gov770.794.5509

MARIETTA – On Tuesday, May 9, 2017, Mayor Steve Tumlin presented Robin Burruss of Marietta’s own Tip Top Poultry a key to the City of Marietta in honor of...Read on...

City Offices Closed for Memorial Day

City of Marietta Administrative Offices will be closed Monday, May 29.  Police, fire and other services essential for public safety and health will remain open. 

Marietta Power and Water administrative offices will also be closed in obser...

City Council to Meet May 24

MARIETTA - Marietta City Council will meet for committee meetings Wednesday, May 24 beginning at 5:15 p.m. All meetings take place in the City Council chamber located on the lobby level of City Hall, 205 Lawrence St.

Meetings

• Public invited to attend
• Agendas...

Marietta Power Receives National Recognition for Reliable Electric Operations

May 9, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

Tobias Sellier

American Public Power Association

202-467-2927

MediaRelations@PublicPower.org

Marietta Power Receives National Recognition for Reliable Electric Operations

M...

Marietta/Cobb Museum of Art to Celebrate Twenty Years of Hogwarts in June 2017

May 8, 2017

CONTACT:  Allison Frink

Director of Education

Marietta/Cobb Museum of Art

770-528-1444 x16

mcma.education@gmail.com    

                &...

City of Marietta Celebrates Municipal Clerk’s Week

May 8, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The City of Marietta is pleased to celebrate Municipal Clerk’s Week during the week of May 7 - 13, 2017

The Office of the City Clerk of M...

Marietta Fire Department Receives 2016 Volunteer of the Year Award From Safe Kids Cobb County

May 4, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The Marietta Fire Department is pleased to announce they recently received the 2016 Volunteer of the Year Award from the Safe Kids Cobb County org...

Marietta Square Art Walk Continues Friday, May 5, 2017

May 4, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA - The next installment of the Marietta Square Art Walk will occur on Friday, May 5, 2017 and continues the first Friday of every month through November. &...

MPD to Offer RADkids Course for Children Ages 5-7

May 3, 2017

CONTACT: Officer Chuck McPhilamy

770.794.5370

The Marietta Police Department is dedicated to protecting its citizens in every way possible. While our primary focus is on finding ways to fight and prevent crime, we are also dedicated to finding wa...

Marietta Fire Department Reminds Citizens of Statewide Annual Burn Ban Beginning on May 1, 2017

May 2, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA - The Marietta Fire Department would like to remind its citizens that the annual statewide burn ban began on May 1, 2017 and runs through September 30, 2017.

D...

Marietta's Parks & Rec to Host 41st Annual May-retta Daze Arts & Crafts Festival

May 2, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA - The Marietta Parks and Recreation Department would like to invite the public to the 41^st Annual May-retta Daze Arts and Crafts Festival held in Glover Park ...

City Council to Meet May 8 and 10

MARIETTA - Marietta City Council will meet for an agenda work session Monday, May 8 beginning at 5:15 p.m.  An agenda review session will take place Wednesday, May 10 at 6 p.m. and be followed by Council's regularly scheduled meeting at ...

MPD Announces Semi-annual Citizens Police Academy Beginning July 27, 2017

May 1, 2017

CONTACT: Officer Chuck McPhilamy

770.794.5370

The Marietta Police Department is pleased to announce its upcoming Citizens Police Academy. The semiannual program provides citizens of Marietta with an opportunity to experience and take an in-depth ...

Marietta Fire Department to Participate in Cobb Safety Village Events Beginning on Sat, April 29th

April 27, 2107

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The Marietta Fire Department is pleased to announce they will participate in the Family Fun Safety Days events at the Cobb County Safety Village beginnin...

MEDIA ADVISORY: Elizabeth Porter Historic Monument, Art and Murals Committee to Meet on May 2

April 26, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The Elizabeth Porter Historic Monument, Art, and Murals Committee will hold a meeting on Tuesday, May 2, 2017 5:30pm in the fourth floor confer...

Cobb Landmarks Hosts Annual Root House Plant Sale on Saturday, April 29th

April 25, 2017

The Root House Museum & Garden will be hosting their annual Root House Plant Sale on Saturday, April 29, 2017, from 10am to 2pm. As always, 100% of the profits from the plant sale benefit the museum. The Root House was built circa 1845 f...

MPD to Offer RADkids Course for Children Ages 8-12

April 25, 2017

CONTACT: Officer Chuck McPhilamy

770-794-5370

The Marietta Police Department is dedicated to protecting its citizens in every way possible. While our primary focus is on finding ways to fight and prevent crime, we are also dedicated to finding...

City of Marietta Names Rusty Roth as New Director of Development Services

April 24, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The City of Marietta is pleased to announce that Rusty Roth has been named the City’s new Director of Development Services effective immediately.

Mr. Roth...

Marietta Museum of History to Host Remember When Club: The 1974 Train Wreck

April 24, 2017

CONTACT: Jan Galt

770-794-5710  

jan@mariettahistory.org

MARIETTA—Friday, April 28th, 2017 at 10:30am, the Marietta Museum of History continues its popular monthly program, the Remember When Club.  In its third year,...

Join Councilwoman Michelle Cooper Kelly & Keep Marietta Beautiful on Saturday, April 29th

April 21, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – Please join Councilwoman Michelle Cooper Kelly (Ward 6) and Keep Marietta Beautiful on Saturday, April 29, 2017 for a Ward 6 Neighbor...

MPD Announces First Ever Coffee With A Cop Event on the Marietta Square

April 20, 2017

CONTACT: Officer Chuck McPhilamy

770-794-5370

DATE: Saturday, April 22, 2017 from 11:00AM to 12:00PM

LOCATION: Glover Park on the Marietta square

Please join us for our first COFFEE WITH A COP gathering this Saturday morning from 11:00AM to 12:0...

Cobb & Douglas Public Health Announces Cobb2020 Farm Fresh Market

April 19, 2017

CONTACT: Valerie Crow

Director of Marketing & Communications

Valerie.Crow@dph.ga.gov

770-514-3109

The fourth year of the successful Farm Fresh Market campaign is due to launch May 13th. The Farm Fresh Market is a mobile farmer’s ma...

Join Keep Marietta Beautiful on Saturday, April 22nd at Love the Loop Event

April 19, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – Please join Keep Marietta Beautiful on Saturday, April 22 at the "Love the Loop" Earth Day Event to help clean a portion of...

MPD to Host Internet Safety Seminar for Parents on Wednesday, April 26, 2017

April 18, 2017

CONTACT: Officer Chuck McPhilamy

770-794-5370

Date: April 26, 2017, 6pm – 8pm

Location: Marietta High School, 1171 Whitlock Avenue, 30064 (Marietta Performing Arts Center)

The Marietta Police Department is dedicated to protecting its c...

City Council to Meet April 26

Marietta City Council Reappoints Members to Two City Boards

April 17, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA - On Wednesday, April 12, 2017, Marietta City Council reappointed members to the Historic Board of Review and Historic Preservation Commission during the C...

Marietta Tree Keepers to Host Spring Sip n Stroll on Friday, April 21, 2017

April 17, 2017

CONTACT: Holly Walquist 

770.424.4664

Briefly: Marietta Tree Keepers will hold their Annual Spring Sip n’ Stroll on Friday, April 21st at 5:00pm.  The location to begin the event is Marietta Square’s Glover Park, 50 North Par...

Watch Latest City Council Meeting Online

Want to know what your local elected officials are deciding? Streaming video of the April 12 regular meeting of Marietta City Council is available for viewing online.Subscribe to receive updates about City news and events from Marietta City Hall.

More info...

City Council Recognizes Graduates of the Marietta Citizens' Police Academy

April 13, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA - On Wednesday, April 12, 2017, Police Chief Dan Flynn and Officer Paul Hill recognized and congratulated the most recent graduates of Marietta Police Depa...

Marietta Police Department Offers RAD Women’s Self- Defense for High School Seniors

April 12, 2017 

CONTACT: Officer Brittany Wallace 

770.794.5370 

Dates: April 25, 27, May 2, 4 | 6pm – 9pm 

Location: Marietta Police Department | 240 Lemon Street, 30060 

The Marietta Police Department is...

MPD to Participate in National Drug Take Back Event on April 29, 2017

April 11, 2017

CONTACT: Officer Brittany Wallace

Public Information Officer

770.794.5370 

MARIETTA - On April 29^th, 2017 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. the Marietta Police Department and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) will give the public its 13th opportun...

Marietta Celebrates National Historic Preservation Month on May 11, 2017

April 10, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The City of Marietta is pleased to celebrate National Historic Preservation Month on Thursday, May 11, 2017, from 5:30pm – 7:30pm at the Ivy Grove home l...

Pop-In for Pop Culture Series - The Museum has gone “Loco”!

April 10, 2017

CONTACT: Christa McCay

770.794.5710

The Marietta Museum of History is pleased to continue its Pop-In for Pop Culture series on Tuesday, April 11^th from 4pm to 8pm.  This month we will be doing some “Locomotion”.  We will expl...

24th Annual Taste of Marietta to be Held on Marietta Square on Sunday, April 30th

April 7, 2017

CONTACT: Katie Peterson

Executive Director

Marietta Visitors Bureau

770-429-1115

Katie@mariettasquare.com

MARIETTA, GA - Get your taste buds and dancing shoes ready for Taste of Marietta, one of the largest and most exciting food festivals in Geor...

Marietta Cobb Museum of Art to Partner with Cobb County Collectors

March 30, 2016

CONTACT: Sally Macaulay

Executive Director

Marietta Cobb Museum of Art

770-528-1444 Ext. 14

Smacaulaymcma@bellsouth.net

MARIETTA – The Marietta Cobb Museum of Art is partnering with the residents of Cobb County and thirteen artists whom...

Marietta Fire Department to Participate in Safe Kids Cobb County Earth Day Event

MEDIA ADVISORY: Councilwoman Michelle Cooper Kelly to Hold Town Hall Meeting on April 20, 2017

April 6, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – Councilwoman Michelle Cooper Kelly (Ward 6) will hold a Town Hall Meeting on Thursday, April 20, 2017 at Lockheed Elementary School at 6:30pm.

AG...

Volunteers Needed to Maintain Hill Park on Saturday, April 15th

April 5, 2017

CONTACT: Holly Walquist

770.424.4664

What:              Maintaining Event

When:            Saturday, April 15, 2017 

&am...

Marietta Square Art Walk Continues Friday, April 7, 2017

April 4, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA - The next installment of the Marietta Square Art Walk will occur on Friday, April 7, 2017 and continues the first Friday of every month through November. &...

City Council to Meet April 6 and 12

Marietta Cobb Museum of Art to Partner with Cobb County Collectors

March 30, 2016

CONTACT: Sally Macaulay

Executive Director

Marietta Cobb Museum of Art

770-528-1444 Ext. 14

Smacaulaymcma@bellsouth.net

MARIETTA – The Marietta Cobb Museum of Art is partnering with the residents of Cobb County and thirteen artists whom attended ...

MEDIA ADVISORY: Elizabeth Porter Historic Committee to Hold Meeting on March 28th

March 28, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The Elizabeth Porter Historic Monument, Art, and Murals Committee will hold a meeting on Tuesday, March 28, 2017 5:30pm in the fourth...

Registration for Marietta's Parks & Recreation Department’s Summer Camp to Open April 3rd

March 28, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA - The City of Marietta's Parks & Recreation Department is pleased to announce registration for its summer camp for children ages 6 – 12 will open on Mo...

City Offices Closed April 14th

City of Marietta Administrative Offices will be closed Friday, April 14.  Police, fire and other services essential for public safety and health will remain open. 

Marietta Power and Water administrative offices will also be closed in obs...

Marietta Police Athletic League Announces New Summer Camp

March 23, 2107

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The Marietta Police Athletic League (PAL) is pleased to announce a new special summer camp offered this year which is geared towards ...

City of Marietta's Housing & Community Development Division Offers FREE CDBG Grant Workshops

March 20, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles                     Communications Manager              ...

Marietta's Housing & Community Development Division Presents Citizen Participation Session

March 20, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA - The City of Marietta's Housing and Community Development Division is pleased to announce it will host additional Citizen Participation Listening Sessions...

Watch Latest City Council Meeting Online

Want to know what your local elected officials are deciding? Streaming video of the March 8 regular meeting of Marietta City Council is available for viewing online.

Subscribe to receive updates about City news and events from Marietta City Hall.

More info:...

Marietta Museum of History to Host Remember When Club: Powder Springs, aka “Mayberry” Edition

March 16, 2017

CONTACT: Jan Galt

Marietta Museum of History

770-794-5710

MARIETTA - On Friday, March 24th, 2017, the Marietta Museum of History will continue its popular monthly program, the Remember When Club.  In its third year, the Club explores w...

Marietta’s Parks & Recreation Department’s Annual Mid-Winter Break Camp A Success!

March 15, 2107

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA - The City of Marietta Parks and Recreation Department’s Annual Mid-Winter Break Camp at Custer Park Sports and Fitness Center was a su...

Marietta Police Department to Hold Pastor's Police Academy

March 14, 2017

CONTACT: Officer Brittany Wallace

770.794.5300

MARIETTA - The Marietta Police Department would like to announce its upcoming Pastor's Police Academy that will begin on April 27^th, 2017.

This academy is designed to provide faith-based l...

Marietta Tree Keepers Offers "Free Trees" Event on Saturday, March 18th

March 10, 2017

CONTACT: 

Holly Walquist 

770.424.4664

What: Marietta Tree Keepers: "Free Trees"

 When: Saturday, March 18, 2017  from 9-12noon

 Where: Farmers Market, Marietta Square, Marietta, GA (outdoors...

Marietta's Parks & Recreation Department to Host Annual Easter Egg Scramble on Friday, April 7th

March 10, 2107

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA - The Marietta Parks & Recreation Department is pleased to announce it will host the City's Annual Easter Egg Scramble on Friday, April 7th at 6:30 p.m...

Pop-In to the Marietta Museum of History for a Night of Pop Culture on Tuesday, March 14th

March 9, 2017

CONTACT: Christa McCay

770-794-5710

The Marietta Museum of History is pleased to continue its Pop-In for Pop Culture series on Tuesday, March 14^th from 4pm to 8pm.  This month they will be celebrating the British Invasion!  Co...

City Council Approves Civil Service Board Election Results

March 9, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – On Wednesday, March 8, 2017, the Marietta City Council approved the certified election results for the Marietta Civil Service Board Post 4 vacancy, thereb...

Marietta Museum of History Hosts Saturday Speaks: Beatles vs. Stones Event

March 8, 2017

CONTACT: Christa McCay

770-794-5710

Join the Marietta Museum of History for a fun and informative afternoon on Saturday, March 11 with Georgia State University Professor, John MacMillian. He will be here to discuss his book Beatles vs. Stones. ...

Remember to Register for Marietta's 2017 July 4th Parade by May 31

March 8, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA - The City of Marietta is now accepting applications for the 2017 Let Freedom Ring July 4th Parade.  School bands, military units, civic organizati...

Marietta’s Parks & Recreation Department to Host Breakfast with the Easter Bunny on April 8th

March 7, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA - The City of Marietta's Parks & Recreation Department is pleased to announce it will host a special Breakfast with the Easter Bunny event on S...

Keep Marietta Beautiful to Hold FREE Shredding Event on Saturday, March 25th

March 7, 2016

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – On Saturday, March 25, 2017, the City of Marietta, First Landmark Bank, and Keep Marietta Beautiful will hold a free shredding event from 9am-12...

REMINDER: City of Marietta Residents Still Under Level 2 Drought Designation

March 7, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – In November 2016, Governor Nathan Deal declared a Level 2 Drought Designation for the City of Marietta, Cobb County, and over fifty other counties. &n...

2017 Glover Park Concert Series Schedule Announced

Contact: Maggi Moss

mmoss@mariettaga.gov

770-794-5609

Carolyn Morris

cmorrisga@gmail.com

404-966-8497

MARIETTA (March 6, 2017) – The Marietta Parks & Recreation Department is pleased to announce the schedule for the 2017 Glover Park Concert Series...

Remember to "Spring Forward" on Sunday, March 12th & Change Alarm Batteries

March 6, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

 MARIETTA – In conjunction with the start of daylight savings time on Sunday, March 12, 2017, the Marietta Fire Department would like to remind residents to...

Volunteers Needed to Plant Trees near Lewis Park on Saturday, March 11th

March 1, 2017

Contact: Holly Walquist

770-424-4664

What:              March Tree Planting Event

When:            Saturday, March 11, 2017&...

Rock the Night Away at the Marietta Museum of History on Saturday, March 4th

February 28, 2017

Contact: Christa McCay

Marietta Museum of History

1 Depot Street

Marietta, GA 30060

770-794-5710

Party and dance the night away as the Marietta Museum of History brings back some of the best classic rock ever on Saturday, March 4, 2017 from 7p...

Join the Marietta Museum of History For The “Long Hair, Don’t Care” Remember When Club

Marietta Museum of History                                         &nbs...

City Council to Meet March 6 and 8

MARIETTA - Marietta City Council will meet for an agenda work session Monday, March 6 beginning at 5:15 p.m. An agenda review session will take place Wednesday, March 8 at 6 p.m. and be followed by Council's regularly scheduled meeting at 7 p.m. All meeti...

Marietta's Parks & Recreation Department to Hold Spring Break Camp April 3rd – 7th

February 27, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA - The City of Marietta's Parks & Recreation Department is pleased to announce it will hold a Spring Break Camp for children ages 6 – 12 during the w...

City Committee Begins Fundraiser Honoring Former African American Hospital & Teen Canteen

Contact:

Alvin Huff

Economic Development Project Manager

770-794-5512

ahuff@mariettaga.gov

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MARIETTA – The City of Marietta is pleased to announce that members of the its Elizabeth Porter Historic Monument, Art, and Murals Committee have begun rais...

Marietta Police Department Offers Important Safety Tips for Morning Rush Hour

February 24, 2017

Contact: Officer Brittany Wallace

770-794-5370 (office) 

If you have ever had to take a child to daycare or school, you know the feeling of the morning rush! Lunches are made, bags are packed and out the door you go to the first st...

Marietta Museum of History's Next Remember When: Marietta’s Marching Music

Contact:  Jan Galt

Director of Operations

770-794-5712

 jan@mariettahistory.org

Marietta, GA—On Friday, February 24, 2017 at 10:30am, the Marietta Museum of History will host its regular monthly meeting of the Remember When Club. &...

City of Marietta Names Daniel Cummings New Economic Development Division Manager

February 22, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The City of Marietta is pleased to announce that Daniel Cummings has been named the City’s new Economic Development Division Manag...

Marietta Police Department to Host Firearms Safety Seminar on March 22, 2017

February 20, 2017

Contact: Officer Brittany Wallace

770-794-5370 (office) 

The Marietta Police Department’s Training Unit will host a Firearm Safety Seminar on Wednesday, March 22^th at 6:30pm.  This seminar is designed for civilians and wil...

Marietta Gone With The Wind Museum to Host Book Signing Event

February 16, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The Marietta Gone With The Wind Museum will host a book signing event on Sunday, February 26^th from 1:30 – 3:30 pm at the Museum located on the Square...

City of Marietta Housing & Community Development Program to Hold Public Review

February 15, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA - A Public Review Meeting will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, March 14, 2017 at 268 Lawrence Street Suite 200, Marietta, Georgia to receive comments ...

Marietta Police Athletic League Crowns First Boxing Champion

February 14, 2017

CONTACT: Daneea Badio-McCray

PAL Executive Director

dbadio@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5425

MARIETTA - The Marietta Police Athletic League’s (PAL) Youth Boxing Program has cultivated its first boxing champion. On Saturday, Feb. 11^th at th...

City Council to Meet February 22

MARIETTA - Marietta City Council will meet for committee meetings Wednesday, February 22 beginning at 5:15 p.m. All meetings take place in the City Council chamber located on the lobby level of City Hall, 205 Lawrence St.

Meetings

• Public invited to attend
• Ag...

Marietta Police Department to Host Active Shooter Training Seminiar on March 15, 2017

February 13, 2017

Contact: Officer Brittany Wallace

770-794-5370 (office) 

With terrorism incidents around the world there is a growing concern of “What can citizens do to help prevent these incidents?” and “What should they do once in the middle of...

City of Marietta Residents Must File Homestead and School Tax Exemptions by April 1st

February 10, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The City of Marietta tax books are open for receiving Homestead and School Tax Exemptions for City residents year-round.  However, ...

Pop-In to the Museum for a Night of Pop Culture

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Christa McCay

770-794-5710

Marietta Museum of History                               &nbs...

City Council Appoints Members to Two City Boards

February 9, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA - On February 8, 2017, the Marietta City Council appointed members to the City's Historic Preservation Commission and Historic Board of Review during the...

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Marietta Fire Department to Open Recruitment Process on March 1, 2017

February 7, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The Marietta Fire Department is pleased to announce that its yearly recruiting process will open to applicants on March 1, 2017. 

The Marietta ...

Marietta Power Receives National Recognition for Reliable Electric Operations

February 6, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The City of Marietta is pleased to announce that the city owned utility, Marietta Power, has once again received the Reliable Public Power Provider (RP...

Marietta Fire Department Recognizes Georgia's Severe Weather Preparedness Week

February 6, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles                     Communications Manager             ...

MEDIA ADVISORY: Councilwoman Michelle Cooper Kelly (Ward 6) to Host Town Hall Meeting on Feb. 9th

February 2, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles                     Communications Manager             ...

City Council to Meet February 6 and 8

MARIETTA - Marietta City Council will meet for an agenda work session Monday, February 6 beginning at 5:15 p.m. An agenda review session will take place Wednesday, February 8 at 6 p.m. and be followed by Council's regularly scheduled meeting at 7 p.m. All...

Volunteers Needed to Plant Trees at City Club on Saturday, February 11th

Contact: Holly Walquist – 770.424.4664

What: February Tree Planting Event

When: Saturday, February 11, 2017              9:30am Sign-in and refreshments       ...

Mark Your Calendars! City of Marietta's New Website to Go Live on Monday, February 6, 2017

February 1, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles                     Communications Manager             ...

Marietta Museum of History Offers Free Admission On Super Bowl Sunday

February 1, 2017

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact:  Christa McCay                     770-794-5726         ...

City of Marietta's Custer Park Sports and Fitness Center Offering Walk With Ease Program

January 31, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles                     Communications Manager             ...

Cobb Landmarks & Historical Society Plans Expansion at Root House Museum Site

January 30, 2017

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Media Contact: Trevor Beemon                      Executive Director, Cobb Landmarks      &a...

MEDIA ADVISORY: Councilman Grif Chalfant to Host Town Hall Meeting on Tuesday, January 31,

January 30, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles                     Communications Manager             ...

Marietta Represented at Capitol for Gov. Deal's Updates on Tourism and Film

January 27, 2017

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Media Contact: Marietta Visitors Bureau                     770-429-1115        &am...

Marietta Fire Department Offers New FREE Seatbelt Safety Check

January 26, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles                     Communications Manager             ...

Marietta Square Art Walk Kicks Off Friday, March 3, 2017

January 26, 2017

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Stephanie Coston                  Email: stephaniecoston07@gmail.com

MARIETTA - The 2017 season of Marietta Square Art Walk kicks...

Notice of Vacancy on the City of Marietta’s Civil Service Board - Post 4

January 24, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles                     Communications Manager             ...

City of Marietta Sends Power Crew to Help Tornado Victims in Albany, Georgia

January 24, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles                     Communications Manager             ...

Register for 41st Annual May-retta Daze Arts & Craft Festival

January 20, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles                     Communications Manager             ...

Notice for City of Marietta's 2017 General Election

January 19, 2017

Notice is hereby given that the date of the General Municipal Election for Mayor and City Council of Marietta is hereby established to be Tuesday, November 7, 2017. Each candidate or his or her designee shall file notice of candidacy in th...

Marietta Museum of History Announces New Exhibition

January 19, 2017

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

                     Christa McCay              &nbs...

City Council to Meet January 25 for Committee Meetings

January 19, 2017

MARIETTA - The Marietta City Council will meet for committee meetings on Wednesday, January 25, 2017 at 5:15 p.m. in the City Council chamber located on the lobby level of City Hall at 205 Lawrence Street, Marietta, Georgia.

The public is i...

Marietta Museum of History's Next Remember When: MDJ's 150th Edition

January 19, 2017

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

CONTACT: Christa McCay                     770-794-5710

Marietta, GA—On Jan. 27 at 10:30 a.m. the Remember When Club wil...

Marietta Square Farmers Market Winter Season Now Open Through March 25th

January 18, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles                     Communications Manager             ...

5k Shamrock Shuffle on the Marietta Square to Benefit City's Police Athletic League

January 17, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles                     Communications Manager             ...

Marietta Police Athletic League Now Offering Boxing and Chess Programs

January 13, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles                     Communications Manager             ...

Marietta Fire Department Shares Fire & Shock Hazard Recall Information

January 13, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles                     Communications Manager             ...

Marietta's Parks & Recreation Department to Host Daddy Daughter Dance on February 12th

January 12, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles                     Communications Manager             ...

City Council Recognize Marietta Center for Advanced Academics' Inaugural Student Council

January 12, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles                      Communications Manager       ...

Fleet Maintenance Division Receives Coveted ASE Blue Seal Shop Designation

January 12, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles                      Communications Manager   ...

City Council Appoints Members to Two City Boards

January 11, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles                     Communications Manager             ...

Mayor Steve Tumlin Makes Council Committees Appointments

January 11, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles                      Communications Manager ...

Media Police Academy to Begin Wednesday, January 18th

January 11, 2017

For Immediate Release

CONTACT: Public Information Officer – Officer Brittany Wallace                    770-794-5370 (office)

When: January 18th, 25th ...

ALERT: Be Aware of Veterans' Benefits & Pension Scam

January 10, 2017

For Immediate Release

CONTACT: Public Information Officer – Officer Brittany Wallace                    770-794-5370 (office)

Veterans' benefits and th...

Marietta Reminds Customers of its Residential Rebate Programs

 January 9, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles                     Communications Manager            ...

City Offices Closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day

January 5, 2017

City of Marietta Administrative Offices will be closed Monday, January 16.  Police, fire and other services essential for public safety and health will remain open. 

Marietta Power and Water administrative offices will also...

Marietta Welcome Center Temporarily Relocates to Marietta Museum of History

January 5, 2017

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 

Media Contact: Marietta Visitors Bureau                     770-429-1115      &...

City Council to Meet January 9 and 11

January 5, 2017

Marietta City Council will meet for an agenda work session Monday, January 9 beginning at 5:15 p.m. An agenda review session will take place Wednesday, January 11 at 6 p.m. and be followed by Council's regularly scheduled meeting at 7 p.m. ...

Registration Now Open for Parks & Recreation's Mid-Winter Break Camp

January 4, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles                     Communications Manager             ...

Volunteers Needed to Plant Trees In City Cemetery

Contact: Holly Walquist – 770.424.4664

What: Marietta Tree Keepers Planting Event

When: Saturday, January 14, 2017              9:00am Sign-in and refreshments      &a...

Cobb County NAACP to Host Annual MLKing Jr. Day Celebration

January 4, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles                     Communications Manager             ...

City of Marietta Offering Free Christmas Tree Pick Up Service to Its Customers

January 3, 2017

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles                     Communications Manager             ...

City Council to Meet January 7th and 9th

MARIETTA - Marietta City Council will meet for an agenda work session on Monday, January 7th beginning at 5:15 p.m.  An agenda review session will take place on Wednesday, January 9th at 6 p.m. and be followed by Council’s regularly scheduled mee...

City Offices Closed for New Year's Day

City of Marietta Administrative Offices will be closed Tuesday, January 1.  Police, fire and other services essential for public safety and health will remain open. 

Marietta Power and Water administrative offices will also be closed in o...

City of Marietta Offers Alexa and Google Assistant to Better Serve its Citizens

December 26, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles 

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA - The City of Marietta is pleased to announce it has added yet another helpful feature in its quest towards becoming a well-rounded &ldquo...

Free Christmas Tree Pick Up Service for Marietta Residents

December 21, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles 

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA - The City of Marietta is pleased to offer free Christmas tree pick up service for its residents beginning on Wednesday, December 26th with no...

City Offices Closed for Christmas

City of Marietta Administrative Offices will be closed Monday, December 24 and Tuesday, December 25.  Police, fire and other services essential for public safety and health will remain open. 

Marietta Power and Water administrative office...

Mayor Steve Tumlin Hosts Inaugural Mayor’s Awards for the Marietta City Schools System

December 19, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – On Tuesday, December 18, 2018 at the Strand Theatre, Mayor Steve Tumlin hosted the inaugural Mayor’s Awards for the Marietta City ...

Custer Park Sports and Fitness Center Now Offering Strength and Cardio Fusion Group Fitness

December 18, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles 

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The Marietta Parks and Recreation Department is pleased to announce its Custer Park Sports and Fitness Center is now offering strength and c...

Councilman Reggie Copeland Appointed to Serve on NLC’s Public Safety & Crime Prevention Committee

December 17, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA — Councilman Reggie Copeland has been appointed to the National League of Cities (NLC) 2019 Public Safety and Crime Prevention (PSCP) federal advocacy c...

City Council to Meet December 18, 2018

MARIETTA - Marietta City Council will meet for committee meetings Tuesday, December 18, 2018 beginning at 5:15 p.m. All meetings take place in the City Council chamber located on the lobby level of City Hall, 205 Lawrence St.

Meetings

• Public invited to atte...

Marietta City Employees Honored for Service

December 13, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA - On Thursday, December 13th, Mayor Steve Tumlin and City Manager Bill Bruton honored both current and recently retired City employees who have served M...

MEDIA ADVISORY: Mayor Steve Tumlin to Host Inaugural Mayor’s Awards

December 13, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – Mayor Steve Tumlin is pleased to announce he will host the inaugural Mayor’s Awards for the Marietta City School System on Tuesday, December 18, 2018 ...

MPD Semiannual Citizens Police Academy to Begin March 28, 2019

December 12, 2018

CONTACT: Officer Paul Hill

phill@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5356

MARIETTA - The Marietta Police Department is pleased to announce its upcoming Citizens Police Academy.  The semiannual program provides citizens of Marietta with an opport...

Custer Park Sports and Fitness Center to Offer Tumbling Classes Starting January 8, 2019

December 11, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The Marietta Parks and Recreation Department is pleased to announce its Custer Park Sports and Fitness Center will offer Tumbling classes beginning on...

City Council to Meet December 10th and 12th

MARIETTA - Marietta City Council will meet for an agenda work session on Monday, December 10th beginning at 5:15 p.m.  An agenda review session will take place on Wednesday, December 12th at 6 p.m. and be followed by Council’s regularly scheduled...

Marietta Fire Department Reminds Citizens December 2-8th is Winter Weather Preparedness Week

December 6, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – In conjunction with Winter Weather Preparedness Week from December 2-8, 2018, the Marietta Fire Department would like to remind citizens of the potenti...

Custer Park Sports and Fitness Center to Offer Personal Training Certification Workshop

December 5, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles 

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The City of Marietta’s Parks, Recreation, and Facilities department is pleased to announce they will host a Personal Training Certification W...

Marietta Tree Keepers Needs Volunteers on Saturday, December 15th at Kirby Park

December 4, 2018

CONTACT: Holly Walquist  

770.424.4664

What:    Marietta Tree Keepers Planting Event

When:    Saturday, December 15, 2018  

           ...

Santa to Visit Marietta's Root House During Holiday Candlelight Event

December 3, 2018

CONTACT: Trevor Beemon

Executive Director

678-594-4994

tbeemon@cobblandmarks.com

MARIETTA - Join the William Root House in downtown Marietta for a special holiday experience that's perfect for the entire family! Vis...

Attend the 32nd Annual Marietta Pilgrimage Christmas Home Tour December 1-2, 2018

November 29, 2018

CONTACT: Courtney Spiess

Marietta Visitors Bureau

courtney@mariettasquare.com

770-429-1115

www.mariettapilgrimage.com

MARIETTA – Explore six of Marietta’s most beautiful and historic homes on Dec. 1 and 2 as the 32nd Annual Marietta Pilgrimage...

Marietta Fire Department Enlists Santa to Help With Fire Prevention Education

November 28, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The Marietta Fire Department is excited to announce that Santa has kindly agreed to help them promote and educate our City’s children about fire safet...

Strand Theatre Announces Holiday Events

November 26, 2018

CONTACT: Manda Costoulas

Marketing Director

770.293.0080

manda@strandmarietta.org

MARIETTA - This winter, The Strand will be bringing back holiday favorites like A Christmas Tradition, Christmas Royal Tea and Grand Yuletide Ball, It’s A Wonde...

City of Marietta Needs Your Input!

November 26, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

POSTPONED DUE TO WEATHER (Rescheduled at a later date) - MARIETTA – The City of Marietta seeks the community’s input for its Envision Mariett...

City Council to Meet November 27, 2018

MARIETTA - Marietta City Council will meet for committee meetings Tuesday, November 27, 2018 beginning at 5:15 p.m. All meetings take place in the City Council chamber located on the lobby level of City Hall, 205 Lawrence St.

Meetings

• Public invited to atte...

City of Marietta Announces Lawsuit by Former Employee Dismissed in its Entirety

November 20, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The City of Marietta and the Marietta Fire Department are pleased to announce a federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit by a former firefighte...

Georgia Symphony Orchestra Concerts Feature Santa, Special Guests, and a Sing-Along!

November 13, 2018

CONTACT: Susan Stensland

Georgia Symphony Orchestra

sstensland@georgiasymphony.org

770.429.2390

MARIETTA - The holidays will be merry and bright this year as a sing-along and special guests combine to present one of the re...

Marietta Fire Department Offers Helpful Holiday Safety Tips

November 19, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA, GA – As we approach the Thanksgiving Holiday, the Marietta Fire Department would like to remind everyone of the need to practice fire safety, particula...

Marietta PAL Youth Boxing & Dance Program Now Accepting New Students

November 19, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA, GA - The Marietta Police Athletic League (PAL) is accepting registrations for its new and existing Winter youth programs, including PAL Dance classes a...

City Offices Closed for Thanksgiving

City of Marietta Administrative Offices will be closed Thursday, November 22 and Friday, November 23.  Police, fire and other services essential for public safety and health will remain open. 

Marietta Power and Water administrative offic...

Georgia Metropolitan Dance Theatre Presents The Nutcracker

November 7, 2018

CONTACT: Gina Duncan

admin@georgiametrodance.org

678.287.9020

MARIETTA - Let Georgia Metropolitan Dance Theatre (GMDT) take you on an enchanting journey with characters from around the world in The Nutcracker. Make this classical ballet the p...

Marietta Fire Museum to Participate in 32nd Annual Marietta Pilgrimage

November 13, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The Marietta Fire Department is pleased to announce that for the first time ever the Marietta Fire Museum will participate in the Annual Mar...

City of Marietta Given 2018 Regional Redevelopment Award for Franklin Gateway

November 12, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – Partnership Gwinnett, in collaboration with the Council for Quality Growth, has announced the City of Marietta was awarded the 2018 Regional...

Marietta Square Candlelight Shopping Begins Friday, November 9th

November 8, 2018

CONTACT: Stephanie Coston

stephaniecoston07@gmail.com 

MARIETTA - The Marietta Square will be kicking off this festive season with an Open House and candlelight shopping Friday, November 9th. Come stroll the beautiful Square and get...

City Council to Meet November 12th and 14th

MARIETTA - Marietta City Council will meet for an agenda work session on Monday, November 12th beginning at 5:15 p.m.  An agenda review session will take place on Wednesday, November 14th at 6 p.m. and be followed by Council’s regularly scheduled...

Georgia Symphony Orchestra Searches for its Next Holiday Pops Star

November 6, 2018

CONTACT: Susan Stensland

Georgia Symphony Orchestra

sstensland@georgiasymphony.org

770.429.2390

MARIETTA - Here is your chance to sing a solo with at with the Georgia Symphony Orchestra!  The GSO is hold...

Keep Marietta Beautiful to Co-Host 10th Annual Cherokee Heights Arts Festival

November 6, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles 

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA - The 10th Annual Cherokee Heights Arts Festival (CHAF) is November 10th from 9am - 4pm. The Festival is on Etowah Drive between Freyer and Sem...

Marietta Tree Keepers Needs Volunteers on Saturday, November 10th at Cemetery Trail

November 5, 2018

CONTACT: Holly Walquist 

770.424.4664

What:    Marietta Tree Keepers Planting Event

When:    Saturday, November 10, 2018  

            ...

Changes Coming to Marietta Square’s Winter Wonderland 2018

November 2, 2018

CONTACT: Stephanie Coston

stephaniecoston07@gmail.com

MARIETTA – The Branding Project has announced changes to Marietta Square’s Winter Wonderland along with new opportunities to this year’s events and experiences, including the removal of t...

Marietta Fire Department Reminds Citizens to Change Clock and Alarm Batteries This Weekend

November 1, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – In conjunction with the end of daylight savings time on Sunday, November 4, 2018, the Marietta Fire Department would like to remind residents to change...

Pop-In at the Marietta Museum of History: Native American History Month

October 31, 2018

CONTACT: Annemarie Brugioni

abrugioni@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5710

The Marietta Museum of History will be hosting its monthly Pop-In event on Saturday November 17th from 10:30am-3:30pm. Pop-Ins provide children and their families with the oppo...

Marietta’s Community Development Division to Hold Informational Homeownership Meetings

October 30, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – On Wednesday, November 14, 2018 at 5:00pm the City of Marietta’s Community Development Division will hold informational homeownership meetings for Aspi...

CobbWorks Offers Free Workshops During the Month of November

October 29, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – CobbWorks will host a series of FREE workshops in November presented by Carmen D. Brown, 2018 Engagement Champion, SunTrust Bank. Registratio...

SAVE THE DATE: City of Marietta to Host Santa’s Arrival & Christmas Tree Lighting on November 29th

October 25, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The City of Marietta’s Parks and Recreation Department is pleased to host its annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony in conjunction with the arrival o...

City Council to Meet October 30, 2018

MARIETTA - Marietta City Council will meet for committee meetings Tuesday, October 30, 2018 beginning at 5:15 p.m. All meetings take place in the City Council chamber located on the lobby level of City Hall, 205 Lawrence St.

Meetings

• Public invited to atten...

Marietta Museum of History to Host Evening with History Event: Life and Trial of George Goumas

October 23, 2018

CONTACT: Christa McCay

770.794.5710

In 1931, Marietta was confronted with a downtown shooting in broad daylight that inflamed the populace. The murderer was a Greek immigrant, George Goumas, who killed perhaps the most popular man in Cobb Co...

Attend the 14th Annual Veterans Day Parade on November 10, 2018

October 22, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – Please join the City of Marietta and the Kiwanis Club of Marietta in honoring all veterans on Saturday, November 10, 2018 at the 14^th Annual Veterans D...

Strand's Veterans Day Event Spotlights Local WWII Veterans

October 18, 2018

CONTACT: Manda Costoulas, Marketing Director

770.293.0080 ext 301

manda@strandmarietta.org

www.strandmarietta.org

MARIETTA - This Veterans Day the Big Chicken Chorus, the Marietta Daily Journal, and the Earl and Rachel Smith Strand Theatre hav...

Deadline for City of Marietta 2019 Alcohol License Renewal is Thursday, November 15, 2018

October 17, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The deadline for City of Marietta businesses to renew alcohol licenses without incurring penalty and interest is Thursday, November 15, 2018 in person ...

Marietta Tree Keepers Needs Volunteers on Saturday, October 20th to Help Maintain Hill Park

October 16, 2018

CONTACT: Holly Walquist

770.424.4664

What:    Maintaining Event

When:    Saturday, October 20, 2018  

               8:30am Si...

CobbWorks Offers Free Workshops October 15-18, 2018

October 15, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – CobbWorks will host a FREE workshop series presented by The Financial Planning Association of Georgia during the week of October 15-18, 2018. Registrat...

Pop-In at the Marietta Museum of History: Archives Month

October 12, 2018

CONTACT: Annemarie Brugioni

abrugioni@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5710

MARIETTA - The Marietta Museum of History will be hosting its monthly Pop-In event on Saturday, October 20th from 10:30am-3:30pm. To follow along with common month-long observa...

City Council and Marietta Fire Department Honor Fire Prevention Week Poster Contest Winners

October 11, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA - On Wednesday, October 10, 2018, the City Council and the Marietta Fire Department honored third grade students from local schools who participated in a...

Mayor and Council Honor Marietta Power & Water's Park Street Elementary School Contest Winners

October 11, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA - On Wednesday, October 10, 2018, at the City Council Meeting, Mayor Tumlin and City Council honored Park Street Elementary School students who participa...

MEDIA ADVISORY: Councilwoman Cheryl Richardson to Hold Town Hall Meeting on October 17, 2018

October 10, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – Councilwoman Cheryl Richardson (Ward 1) will hold a Town Hall Meeting on Wednesday, October 17, 2018 in the City Hall Council Chambers located at 205 L...

MFD Marks National Fire Prevention Week October 7-13, 2018

October 10, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – In light of National Fire Prevention Week, October 7-13, 2018, the Marietta Fire Department would like to remind citizens of some very important and us...

Elizabeth Porter Park Sprayground Announces Closing Date for 2018 Season

October 9, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The final day to enjoy the Elizabeth Porter Park Sprayground for the 2018 season is Sunday, October 14, 2018.

The Sprayground will be open for ...

Deadline for City of Marietta Property Tax Payments is Wednesday, October 31, 2018

October 9, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The deadline for City of Marietta residents to pay their property taxes without incurring interest is Wednesday, October 31, 2018 in person by...

Death Comes To Downtown Marietta's Oldest Home

October 2, 2018

CONTACT: Trevor Beemon

Executive Director678-594-4994

tbeemon@cobblandmarks.com

MARIETTA - During the 1850s, Hannah and William Root shared their home with their children and extended family. Hannah Root's father, Leonard Simpson, liv...

Marietta Power & Water Emphasizes the Importance of Public Power & Clean Water Week Celebration

October 4, 2018

CONTACT: Heidi M. Dasinger

Marketing, Marietta Power & Water

hdasinger@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5183

MARIETTA - “It’s a week we look forward to every year as we come out of the hot, summer months and head into a more comfortable, Southern fal...

City Council to Meet October 8th and 10th

MARIETTA - Marietta City Council will meet for an agenda work session on Monday, October 8th beginning at 5:15 p.m.  An agenda review session will take place on Wednesday, October 10th at 6 p.m. and be followed by Council’s regularly scheduled me...

Marietta’s Community Development Division to Hold Informational Meetings

October 3, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – On Tuesday, October 9, 2018, the City of Marietta’s Community Development Division will hold informational meetings for First Time H...

Marietta Power & Water to Mark Public Power & Clean Water Week October 7-13, 2018

October 2, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – Marietta Power and Water is pleased to join over 2,000 community-owned, not-for-profit electric utilities, and many more municipal water and sewer syste...

Councilwoman Michelle Cooper Kelly Selected by US State Department Program to Serve on Delegation

October 1, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The City of Marietta is pleased to announce Councilwoman Michelle Cooper Kelly has been selected by the US State Department’s Bureau of Educational and ...

City of Marietta Employees Elected to Serve on the Georgia Association of Public Pension Trustees

September 27, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The City of Marietta is pleased to announce that Patina Brown, its Deputy Director of Finance, has been appointed to serve as the Treasurer of the Bo...

Marietta Museum of History to Host Remember When Club: The Pitchfork Turns 90!

September 27, 2018

CONTACT: Amy Reed

areed@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5712

MARIETTA - The Marietta Museum of History is pleased to announce that it will host the next edition of the Remember When Club on Friday, September 28, 2018 at 10:30am at the Museum located...

Marietta Gone With the Wind Museum to Host October Book Debut Events

September 26, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The Marietta Gone With the Wind Museum is pleased to announce it will host two book debut and signing events during the month of October at its new h...

Attend the 42nd Annual HarvestFest on the Marietta Square on Saturday, October 20th

September 25, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – Mark your calendars to attend the City of Marietta's 42nd Annual HarvestFest on the Historic Marietta Square on Saturday, October 20, 2017 from 9am –...

City of Marietta and Marietta/Cobb Museum of Art to Host Chalktoberfest October 13-14, 2018

September 24, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

Over 100 National and International chalk artists, public chalk competition, beer festival, live music, and activities for the whole family

MARIETTA - Chalktober...

GSO Jazz Performs music of Steely Dan!

September 21, 2018

CONTACT: Susan StenslandExecutive Director770.429.2390www.georgiasymphony.org

MARIETTA - Sam Skelton and the GSO Jazz! will return to the Strand Theatre on the Marietta Square to present “Big Band Dan!” at 8 p.m. on September 29t...

LAST CALL for City of Marietta’s 42nd Annual HarvestFest Arts and Crafts Festival Registration

September 20, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – This is the LAST CALL for the Marietta Parks and Recreation Department’s 42nd Annual Harvest Square Arts and Crafts Festival Registration on Saturday...

City Council to Meet September 25, 2018

MARIETTA - Marietta City Council will meet for committee meetings Tuesday, September 25, 2018 beginning at 5:15 p.m. All meetings take place in the City Council chamber located on the lobby level of City Hall, 205 Lawrence St.

Meetings

• Public invited to att...

Georgia Metropolitan Dance Theater Presents Dracula at The Strand Theatre

September 19, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA - Back by popular demand, with four shows this year. GMDT’s Dracula will be an intriguing display of talent and exciting storytelling with ori...

Marietta Museum of History to Host Touchstones to the Past: City Cemetery Tours

September 18, 2018

CONTACT: Christa McCay

cmccay@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5726

MARIETTA - The Marietta Museum of History’s Registrar, Christa McCay, will continue her walking tours through the Marietta City Cemetery this October.  The tours provide a c...

Marietta PAL Needs Your Help!

September 17, 2018

CONTACT: Officer Chuck McPhilamy

cmcphilamy@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5370

Do you own an amazing car? Are you willing to help the Marietta Police Athletic League (PAL) provide affordable programs for area youth? Please register now to show you...

Marietta Awarded Certificate of Achievement for Financial Report for 30th Consecutive Year

September 13, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA - The Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) presented the City of Marietta a Certificate of Achievement for Ex...

Register to Participate in the 14th Annual Veterans Day Parade on November 10th

September 12, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – Registration is now available for the community to participate in the City of Marietta and the Kiwanis Club of Marietta’s 14^th Annual Veterans Day Pa...

Registration Now Available for City of Marietta’s 13th Annual Scarecrows in the Square Contest

September 11, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – Registration is now open for the City of Marietta's Parks and Recreation Department’s 13th Annual Scarecrows in the Square contest. Please remember e...

MEDIA ADVISORY: Councilwoman Michelle Cooper Kelly to Hold Town Hall Meeting on September 19, 2018

September 10, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – Councilwoman Michelle Cooper Kelly (Ward 6) will hold a Town Hall Meeting on Wednesday, September 19, 2018 in the Media Center at Sawyer Road Element...

Marietta Police Department Announces Promotions

September 6, 2018

CONTACT: Officer Chuck McPhilamy

cmcphilamy@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5370

The Marietta Police Department is honored to announce the promotions of Sergeant Andrew Colquitt, Lieutenant David Collins and Major Stephen Campisi. At a promotion cere...

Marietta Square Art Walk Continues Friday, September 8, 2018

September 5, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA - The next installment of the Marietta Square Art Walk will occur on Friday, September 8, 2018 and continues the first Friday of every month through Nov...

Brown Bag Lunchtime Concerts Begin September 6, 2018

September 4, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The Marietta Parks and Recreation Department is pleased to announce September's Brown Bag Lunch Concerts will be held on the Square at noon ...

Marietta Fire Departments Reminds Public September is National Preparedness Month

August 31, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The Marietta Fire Department would like to remind the citizens of Marietta that September is National Preparedness Month.

The theme this year is “Disaste...

City Council to Meet September 6th and 11th

MARIETTA - Marietta City Council will meet for an agenda work session Thursday, September 6th beginning at 5:15 p.m.  An agenda review session will take place Wednesday, September 12th at 6 p.m. and be followed by Council’s regularly sc...

Registration Opens September 4th for Marietta's Youth Basketball Program

August 29, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The Marietta Parks and Recreation Department is pleased to announce registration for Marietta's 2018-2019 youth basketball season will open Tu...

Download Marietta’s TravelSafely App Today at Google Play or iTunes Store!

August 27, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The City of Marietta is pleased to announce its Marietta TravelSafely app that is available for download immediately at both the Google Play and iTunes ...

City Council to Meet August 28, 2018

MARIETTA - Marietta City Council will meet for committee meetings Tuesday, August 28, 2018 beginning at 5:15 p.m. All meetings take place in the City Council chamber located on the lobby level of City Hall, 205 Lawrence St.

Meetings

• Public invited to attend...

Marietta Museum of History to Host Remember When: Reporters Sharing Their Top Stories!

August 22, 2018

CONTACT: Jan Galt  

jgalt@mariettaga.gov

770-794-5710

MARIETTA - On Friday, August 24th, 2018, the Marietta Museum of History continues its popular monthly program, the Remember When Club.  The Club explores what li...

City of Marietta & Marietta Museum of History to Host 27th Annual Marietta StreetFest

August 21, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

CONTACT: Jan Galt

Director, Marietta Museum of History

jgalt@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5710

MARIETTA - The City of Marietta and the Marietta Museum of History is pleased ...

City Offices Closed for Labor Day

Marietta Police Department Reminds Citizens to LOCK, TAKE, HIDE

August 16, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The Marietta Police Department would like to remind citizens that thefts from autos are on the rise, not only in Marietta, but throughout the region.

One...

City of Marietta's Community Development Division receives HUD CDBG Grant of $519,893

August 15, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The City of Marietta has been awarded a $519,893 grant from the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to support community projects that ...

Keep Marietta Beautiful to Hold Shredding Event on Saturday, September 8, 2018

August 14, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – On Saturday, September 8, 2018, the City of Marietta and Keep Marietta Beautiful will hold a shredding event from 9am-12pm at Custer Park Sports and Fit...

MEDIA ADVISORY: City of Marietta to Hold Ribbon Cutting for Elizabeth Porter Park

August 13, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – On Friday, August 31, 2018, the City of Marietta will hold a ribbon cutting ceremony for the new Elizabeth Porter Park at 10:00am located at 3...

Mayor Tumlin Challenges Mayor of Rome to Friendly Wager Over Corky Kell Classic

August 9, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – Ahead of the football matchup between the powerhouse of the Marietta Blue Devils and Back to Back State Champion Rome Wolves on Thursday, Augus...

City of Marietta and Glover Park Play Host to 32nd Annual Art in the Park Sept 1st - 3rd

August 7, 2018

CONTACT: Angella Ocheltree 

President

Marietta Business Association

angella@rightpathhypnosis.com

MARIETTA – Once again providing locals with a reason to stay in town for Labor Day, the 32^nd Annual Marietta Art in the Park showcases 175...

MEDIA ADVISORY: Elizabeth Porter Historic Committee to Hold Meeting on Tuesday, August 7, 2018

August 6, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The Elizabeth Porter Historic Monument, Art, and Murals Committee will hold a meeting on Tuesday, August 7, 2018 at 5:30pm in City Hall’s 4^th Floor Confe...

SAVE THE DATE: Root House to Host Craft Beer Festival on September 14th

CONTACT: Trevor Beemon

Executive Director678-594-4994

tbeemon@cobblandmarks.com

Hops grown in Marietta's c. 1845 William Root House Garden will be used in a limited release of beers produced by Red Hare Brewing Company. 

MARIETTA - The Willi...

Marietta Fire Department Announces Promotions

August 3, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The Marietta Fire Department and Fire Chief Tim Milligan are pleased to announce the following promotions have been made within the department ...

Registration to Open for Marietta Police Athletic League’s Free After School Program

August 2, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The Marietta Police Athletic League is pleased to announce that registration for their FREE After School Program will occur on Monday, August 6^th and Tue...

Strand Theatre Announces August Show Schedule

August 1, 2018

CONTACT: Manda Costoulas

Marketing Director

770.293.0080 ext 301

manda@strandmarietta.org

www.earlsmithstrand.org

MARIETTA – The Earl and Rachel Smith Strand Theatre is pleased to share the schedule for all August shows and events. For ...

MEDIA ADVISORY: City of Marietta to Hold Ribbon Cutting for Kirby Park

July 30, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – On Wednesday, August 8, 2018, the City of Marietta will hold a ribbon cutting and dedication ceremony for Kirby Park located at 426 Frasier Street, Mariet...

City Council to Meet August 6th and 8th

MARIETTA - Marietta City Council will meet for an agenda work session Monday, August 6th beginning at 5:15 p.m.  An agenda review session will take place Wednesday, August 8th at 6 p.m. and be followed by Council’s regularly scheduled meeting at ...

Marietta Chief Judge Roger Rozen Given Frost Ward Lifetime Achievement Award

July 26, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – During the annual Summer Law and Practice Update on June 20-22, 2018, the Council of Municipal Court Judges awarded Marietta’s Chief Judge, Roger Rozen, w...

Diverse Cobb: An In-depth Immersion into History You Should Know

July 26, 2018

CONTACT: Amy Reedareed@mariettaga.gov770.794.5710

Join the Marietta Museum of History as it continues its Diverse Cobb series. Diverse Cobb focuses on many facets of local black history with the goal of educating the community on over...

Mayor Tumlin Reelected to MEAG Board

July 25, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – On Tuesday, July 10, 2018, Mayor Steve Tumlin was reelected to serve his third term on the Board of the Municipal Electric Authority of Georgia ...

Marietta Fire Department’s FREE Summer Contest Almost Over!

July 19, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The Marietta Fire Department’s 2^nd Annual special summer contest is almost over so hurry up and enter now! The winner will receive a FREE ride in a fire e...

Frequently Asked Questions Regarding Online Permitting Process

July 18, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5659

MARIETTA – The City of Marietta has been successfully processing permit applications via the website for a few months, but we have noticed a few ...

Jukebox Giants: Motown & More! Returns to The Strand Theatre August 10-19

July 17, 2018

CONTACT: Manda Costoulas

Marketing Director

Earl and Rachel Smith Strand Theatre

770.293.0080 x301

MARIETTA - Jukebox Giants: Motown & More is playing weekends at the Earl and Rachel Smith Strand Theatre starting on Friday, August 10 at 8:00p...

Evening with History: WWI Live Ammunition Underground in Cobb

July 13, 2018

CONTACT: Jan Galt 

770-794-5710

jgalt@mariettaga.gov

MARIETTA - On Thursday, August 9, 2018, the Marietta Museum of History presents its latest installment of the popular Evening with History series. This series high...

Custer Park Sports and Fitness Center Now Offering Acrylic Paint Classes

July 12, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The City of Marietta’s Custer Park Sports and Fitness Center is pleased to announce they are now offering an exciting acrylic paint class at the...

Passing of Former Marietta Councilwoman Annette Lewis

July 11, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA –The City of Marietta is saddened to announce that former Marietta Councilwoman Annette Lewis passed away on Monday, July 9, 2018.

Councilwoman Lewis served ...

Switzer Library Hosts Scholastic Popup Reading Festival on July 20th

July 6, 2018

CONTACT: Lisa Cleary

Community Engagement Manager

Lisa.Cleary@cobbcounty.org

770.528.4620

MARIETTA – Scholastic is presenting a popup reading festival from 10 a.m. to noon, Friday, July 20 at the Switzer Library outdoor plaza in downtown Marietta,...

Strand Theatre Announces July Show Schedule

July 5, 2018

CONTACT: Manda Costoulas

Marketing Director

770.293.0080 ext 301

manda@strandmarietta.org

www.earlsmithstrand.org

MARIETTA – The Earl and Rachel Smith Strand Theatre is pleased to share the schedule for all July shows and events. For all ...

Marietta Square Art Walk Continues Friday, July 6, 2018

July 5, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA - The next installment of the Marietta Square Art Walk will occur on Friday, July 6, 2018 and continues the first Friday of every month through November. The...

Marietta Not Increasing Tax Rates, Millage Rate to Remain the Same

July 3, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

Marietta to Host Public Hearings on Proposed Property Tax Increase

City Not Increasing Tax Rates, Millage Rate to Remain the Same

MARIETTA - The Marietta City...

City Offices Closed for Independence Day

City Council to Meet July 5th and 11th

MARIETTA - Marietta City Council will meet for an agenda work session Thursday, July 5th beginning at 5:15 p.m.  An agenda review session will take place Wednesday, July 11th at 6 p.m. and be followed by Council’s regularly scheduled meeting at 7...

City of Marietta Names Tim Milligan As Its New Fire Chief

June 27, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The City of Marietta is pleased to announce that Assistant Chief Tim Milligan has been selected to serve as the City’s new Fire Chief ...

Remember When Club: Evening Edition! Lost Schools of South Cobb

June 26, 2018

CONTACT: Jan Galt 

jgalt@mariettaga.gov

 770.794.5710

MARIETTA - On Friday, July 27, 2018, the Marietta Museum of History continues its popular monthly program, the Remember When Club, but this time at night! The Club explores ...

Pop-In at the Marietta Museum of History: Summer Crafts

June 25, 2018

CONTACT: Annemarie Brugioniabrugioni@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5710

MARIETTA - Beat the heat with a fun day at the Museum. July's Pop-In theme will be "Summer Crafts"- a perfect way to wrap up the last couple weeks of summer. Summer them...

Strand Theatre to Unveiling Painting Honoring Earl and Rachel Smith

June 22, 2018

CONTACT: Manda Costoulas

Marketing Director

Earl and Rachel Smith Strand Theatre

770.293.0080 x301 

(Marietta, GA) (Friday, June 15, 2018) - A portrait of Earl and Rachel Smith will be revealed to close friends and relatives of ...

City Council to Meet June 26, 2018

MARIETTA - Marietta City Council will meet for committee meetings Tuesday, June 26, 2018 beginning at 5:15 p.m. All meetings take place in the City Council chamber located on the lobby level of City Hall, 205 Lawrence St.

Meetings

• Public invited to attend
• Ag...

MEDIA ADVISORY: Elizabeth Porter Historic Committee to Hold Meeting on Thursday, June 21st

June 20, 2018

CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles

Communications Manager

lwiles@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5509

MARIETTA – The Elizabeth Porter Historic Monument, Art, and Murals Committee will hold a meeting on Thursday June 21, 2018 at 5:30pm in City Hall’s 4^th Floor Confere...

Remember When Club: Test Pilots

June 19, 2018

CONTACT: Jan Galt 

jgalt@mariettaga.gov

770.794.5710

MARIETTA - On Friday, June 22, 2018, the Marietta Museum of History continues its popular monthly program, the Remember When Club. The Club explores what life was like in Co...

Strand Theatre to Host Disney’s The Little Mermaid Jr.

June 18, 2018

CONTACT: Manda Costoulas

Marketing Director

Earl and Rachel Smith Strand Theatre

770.293.0080 x301

MARIETTA - Disney’s THE LITTLE MERMAID JR. is playing at the Earl and Rachel Smith Strand Theatre starting on Friday, June 22 at 8PM for one weeken...

Marietta City Council Adopts Balanced FY 2019 Budget With No Tax or Fee Increases