North Georgia State Fair
Sept. 21-Oct. 1, Jim R. Miller Park Marietta The fair features attractions and shows, farm animals, local entertainment, rides, food, exhibits, games, a circus, bull riders and more. www.northgeorgiastatefair.com
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Great Lake Allatoona Cleanup
Sept. 30, Allatoona Lake Registration is open through Sept. 25. www.lakeallatoonaassoc.com
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Traveling Through Time at the Gardens
Oct. 6-7, 9-11:30 a.m., Smith-Gilbert Gardens Students can take part in a walking tour to learn about the history of the garden’s land. Cost is $10 per student, $12 chaperones, free for teachers. Preregistration is required. https://ticketscandy.com/e/traveling-through-time-at-the-gardens-2573
First Friday Concert Series
Oct. 6, 7-9:30 p.m., Pedestrian Underpass/Tunnel Plaza off Main Street, downtown Kennesaw The Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority and the Kennesaw Downtown Merchants Association conclude the third annual series with Emerald Empire Band. https://bit.ly/3o7nzvG
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Saturday Guided Nature Walks
Oct. 7, 14, 21, 28, 11-11:45 a.m., Smith-Gilbert Gardens Explore the garden and hear from master naturalists on topics such as wildlife and plants. https://smithgilbertgardens.com/at-the-gardens/exhibits
Cemetery Cleanup Day
Oct. 7, 9 a.m.-noon, Kennesaw City Cemetery, downtown Join the Kennesaw Cemetery Preservation Commission to clean headstones in the historic cemetery. Cleaning supplies will be provided, but volunteers should bring their own gloves.
Fall-O-Ween
Oct. 7, 3-9 p.m., Swift-Cantrell Park Calling all superheroes, princesses, ninjas and ghouls — Kennesaw is celebrating all things fall and Halloween at Spook-Central Park. Costume contests, a scavenger hunt, field games, a candy trail and a showing of “Hotel Transylvania” (PG) will be part of the fun. www.kennesaw-ga.gov/falloween, 770-422-9714
Dog Days at the Gardens
Oct. 7, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Smith-Gilbert Gardens Pups can explore the gardens with their humans the first Saturday of each month through October for $3 per visit. https://smithgilbertgardens.com/dogdays
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Forest Bathing
Oct. 12, 14, 10-11 a.m., Smith-Gilbert Gardens De-stress and lower anxiety by taking a slow walk, utilizing your senses to enjoy the benefits of nature. https://smithgilbertgardens.com/at-the-gardens/exhibits
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She Soars 2023 Women’s Conference
Oct. 13-14, Friday, 2-5:30 p.m., Saturday, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Kennesaw First Baptist Church, 2958 N. Main St. The theme for this faith-based conference is “Fearless.” For information and tickets, visit www.soaringwithhim.com/conference or call (404) 432-0497.
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Forest Bathing
Oct. 12, 14, 10-11 a.m., Smith-Gilbert Gardens De-stress and lower anxiety by taking a slow walk, utilizing your senses to enjoy the benefits of nature. https://smithgilbertgardens.com/at-the-gardens/exhibits
Taste and Brews Fall Festival
Oct. 14-15, Etowah River Park, Canton Foodies and beer lovers come together for this fun event that includes live music, a kids zone, farmers market, and arts and crafts. www.tasteandbrews.com
2023 ArtsKSU Gala
Oct. 14, 6-9 p.m., Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre The gala, benefiting annual student scholarships in the College of the Arts at Kennesaw State University, will feature a cash bar, hors d’oeuvres, dinner, gourmet dessert, a formal program and silent and live auctions. This year’s event will celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Bernard A. […]
Adult Speaker Series
Oct. 14, 1-2 p.m., Southern Museum, 2829 Cherokee St., Kennesaw Join Adam Ware to learn about how Dalton and northwest Georgia became a textile hub. 770-427-2117, www.southernmuseum.org
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Mount Paran Christian School Tuesday Tour
Oct. 17, 24, 9 a.m., 1275 Stanley Road, Kennesaw Families interested in learning more about the school can sign up for a Tuesday Tour. 470-250-0008, www.mtparanschool.com/experience
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Town Hall Meeting
Oct. 19, 6:30-8 p.m., KSU Center, 3333 Busbee Drive, Kennesaw Cobb Commission Chairwoman Lisa Cupid will talk with residents about her priorities. Residents also will be able to talk with several board appointees.
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Life in the Cemetery Tour
Oct. 20-22, 6 p.m., 6:45 p.m., 7:30 p.m, Kennesaw City Cemetery, 3000 Cemetery St. Experience history come to life as you meet eight dearly departed residents during one of three tours. Each tour is limited to 15. Tickets $15. https://kennesawcemetery.org
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Adult Acrylic Painting
Oct. 21, 1-3 p.m., Smith-Gilbert Gardens Learn to mix and layer paints to create a landscape with depth and richness. Cost is $35. Preregistration is required. https://ticketscandy.com/e/art-workshops-2570
Family Acrylic Painting
Oct. 21, 10-11:30 a.m., Smith-Gilbert Gardens Families will enjoy painting landscapes with Laura Surace as she demonstrates various techniques. Cost is $35. Preregistration required. https://ticketscandy.com/e/art-workshops-2570
Kaiser Permanente Health Mobile
Oct. 21, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Smith-Gilbert Gardens Free health screenings.
Document Shredding Event
Oct. 21, 9 a.m.-noon, Kennesaw Public Works, 3080 Moon Station Road Bring your personal documents for free shredding. No glass, metal or electronics.
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Mount Paran Christian School Tuesday Tour
Oct. 17, 24, 9 a.m., 1275 Stanley Road, Kennesaw Families interested in learning more about the school can sign up for a Tuesday Tour. 470-250-0008, www.mtparanschool.com/experience
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Tales on the Rails Ghost Tour
Oct. 27-28, 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Southern Museum Learn about ghostly Civil War tales and railroad folklore on guided tours through the museum. Free with museum admission. 770-427-2117, https://southernmuseum.org
Pre-K STEAM
Oct. 27, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Mount Paran Christian School Bring your toddlers and preschoolers, ages 2-6, for a hands-on STEAM exploration. 470-250-0008, www.mtparanschool.com/experience
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Nightmare on Main Street 5K
Oct. 28, 7:30 a.m., 1-mile fun run; 8 a.m., 5K; and 8:55 a.m., Tot Trot; downtown Kennesaw and Swift-Cantrell Park The final race in the 2023 Kennesaw Grand Prix 5K Series, the premier 5K races in north Georgia, is a Peachtree Road Race qualifier. Awards will be presented at 9:15 a.m. Entry fee of $35 […]
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Fall Fun Festival
Oct. 29, 3 p.m., Wholistic Life Church, 2210 Pine Mountain Road, Kennesaw Enjoy free food, entertainment and crafts in a family-friendly environment. 904-805-3876