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The 14th Cobb Diaper Day is returning in September and October in virtual format, with a goal of collecting 100,000 diapers for families in need.
Organizers said those interested in contributing can do so in several ways. They can make direct contribution to the Cobb Diaper Day website, purchase them on Amazon through the Cobb Diaper Day Wish-list and declare a collection day at workplaces and organizations and with families and friends.
Since its inception in 2008, the non-profit Cobb Diaper Day has collected and distributed more than a million diapers.
Two Wednesdays in October have been designated for dropping off diapers at the solar flower garden of Cobb EMC (1000 Emc Pkwy NE, Marietta): Oct. 12 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and Oct. 26 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Once collected, the diapers will be turned over to several community organizations for final distribution:
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Local artists are performing every Friday from 6-8 p.m. through October. Guests purchase food from nearby restaurants or bring their own food and tailgate chairs to Central Boulevard, located between Kale Me Crazy and Banana Republic.
Coolers and outside beverages are not permitted.
More than 7,500 Greater Atlanta residents are expected to raise heart health awareness and funds for the American Heart Association’s 2022 Greater Atlanta Heart Walk .
Since the inception of the Heart Walk, mortality rates from cardiovascular disease and stroke have plummeted by 45 percent.
The Heart Walk funds research to deliver progressive, life-saving science as big solutions to a big problem.
The funds raised from the Greater Atlanta Heart Walk go towards research, advocacy, CPR training and to promote better health in support of the Association’s 2024 Health Equity Impact Goal , reducing barriers to health care access and quality in Atlanta.
The event is free, however participants are encouraged to register.
Sponsors include Comcast Business and Xfinity, ADP, Wellstar Health System, Northside Hospital, Southern Company, Emory Healthcare, S.A. White Oil, Kemper, Home Depot and Burns and McDonnell.
District 3 Cobb Commissioner JoAnn Birrell is having a fishing and conversation event for constituents Saturday that also includes participation from the Cobb Police Department and Cobb PARKS.
You can bring a fishing pole—and a necessary fishing license—at the lakeside passive park to discuss county and public safety issues. The event is free and is open to the public.
Monthly 45-minute walking tours of the early 18th century working farm are conducted by Cobb Parks and Recreation. The property includes the Chattahoochee River, lowland forests, terraced agricultural fields, an orchard, and plenty of wildlife, such as ducks, turtles, herons, and maybe even a beaver.
Tours are conducted the second Saturday of every month. For more information call 770-528-8840.
Dark Star Brothers kicks off East Cobb Park’s Music in the Park fall lineup.
Formerly known as MIB Lite, Dark Star Brothers is a duo comprised of Ian Nathanson of Men In Blues Band, and Perry White from Hoosier Daddy Band.
Their selections include a mix of eclectic jam-oriented blues, folk, Americana, country and rock.
Bring a blanket and/or chairs and food to the back quad at the concert stage and enjoy.
Presented by the Friends for the East Cobb Park and Wellstar.
Additional fall concerts are on Sept. 25 and Oct. 9.
The Cobb County Public Library System Bookmobile will be on the premises with a storytime event, and checking out materials and the use of a mobile hotspot for Internet service.
Patrons must present their library cards to check out items, and members of the public can apply for a card at the Bookmobile.
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