Holidays

Thanksgiving November 21, 2022

Why is turkey the main dish on Thanksgiving?

by Troy Bickham, Texas A&M University [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Curious Kids is a series for children of all ages. If you have a…

Holidays October 25, 2022

The creepy clown originated in the crass and bawdy circus clowns of the 19th century

by Madeline Steiner, University of South Carolina [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] The scary clown has become a horror staple. Featuring Art the Clown as…

Holidays October 22, 2022

With Halloween approaching the October Cobb Library virtual Graphic Novel Book Club goes ghostly and retro with a collection from EC’s Vault of Horror

This Monday, October 24, the Cobb Public Library‘s virtual Graphic Novel Book Club will get into the Halloween spirit by discussing selections from the pioneering horror comic, EC’s Vault of…

education icon with silhouette of teach in front of class, holding a baton to a board.

Halloween, Holidays September 25, 2022

Mabry Middle Foundation presents “The Fear Master’s Lab” haunted house to benefit Mabry Middle School

If you’re looking for some scary fun for the Halloween season, and would like to support a middle school in Cobb County, the Mabry Middle School Foundation has just the…

Holidays September 22, 2022

Festival of Trees comes to Town Center at Cobb, November 11 through December 26

North Atlanta Events issued the following event about a holiday event at Town Center at Cobb: (Kennesaw, Sept. 16, 2022) – Cobb County is in for a special treat this…

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Holidays September 20, 2022

AAA reports that Georgians are booking for holiday travel plans early due to higher prices

It’s well-known that the earlier you start planning for travel, the better deals you are likely to get. Last-minute bargains do happen, but are not as likely as savings from…

Holidays September 12, 2022

Kennesaw presents Spook-Central Park on October 15

The City of Kennesaw’s annual Fall-O-Ween Fest this year features a costume contest at Spook-Central Park, a showing of the film “Scooby-Doo on Zombie Island”, and more. For more information…

Holidays September 1, 2022

AAA will offer its Tow-to-go program to help keep alcohol-impaired drivers off the roads

Cobb County is a place difficult to travel in without a car, yet the county probably has as many alcohol-infused Labor Day parties, cookouts and special events as most other…

Independence Day fireworks in New Year article

Holidays June 1, 2022

In preparation for July 4th, Cobb County posts summary of fireworks ordinances

Dog owners are probably as patriotic as other categories of people, but we’re coming upon one of those holidays that fill most dog owners with dread: Independence Day. In my…

Ramadan clock; a crescent moon enclosed in a circle with twelve hour markings

Holidays April 30, 2022

Students lead more public schools to close for Islamic holidays

By Amaarah DeCuir, American University [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Some public school districts across the nation will be closed on Monday, May 2, 2022,…

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Holidays December 25, 2024

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