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Hello again Marietta! We're bringing you the latest town highlights. Don't miss out, keep going! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • When can you see "Parade" at Marietta's Strand Theatre?
  • What's planned for Marietta Art in the Park and West Cobb Library?
  • Thinking about a cat? Meet Dale waiting in Marietta.

Also on today's calendar: Labor Day Weekend: 40th Annual Marietta Art in the Park and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the bartender say to the jumper cables when they walked in? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Partly sunny and hot, with a high of 95 and low of 73 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Thursday: Mostly sunny and hot, temps: high: 94, low: 71.
  • Friday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 92 and low of 73 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Good Day Atlanta Viewer Information: August 31, 2026 (fox5atlanta.com) — A new production of the musical "Parade" opens September 4 at Marietta's Earl and Rachel Smith Strand Theatre, running through September 20 and revisiting the Leo Frank case's local history. The rest of the segment highlights Atlanta-focused health news, nonprofits, entertainment updates, and a featured adoptable dog.
   

2. West Cobb Regional Library features art events as Fall approaches (cobbcountycourier.com) — Marietta residents can look ahead to Art in the Park on September 5, part of a broader Cobb County Art Week that includes Powder Springs festivals and West Cobb Regional Library programs. The library is also offering kid-friendly art activities, book clubs, gaming meetups, and regular storytimes throughout September, with a brief Labor Day closure.
   

3. 'My name is Dale, and I'm in need of a loving home!' (cobbcountycourier.com) — If you're looking to adopt a cat in Marietta, Cobb County Animal Services has a 3-year-old black and white male named Dale ready for a new home. The shelter explains its updated appointment system, walk-in options, and how to visit or adopt at its Al Bishop Drive location.
   

4. Cross Country programs rounding into form ahead of Cobb County meet (ledger-enquirer.com) — Marietta High's cross country teams are hitting their stride ahead of the Sept. 12 Cobb County championships at Allatoona Creek Park, with the girls winning the North Georgia Championship and the boys placing fourth. Local runners and coaches detail strong performances and tough choices between the county meet and a key Carrollton invitational.
   

5. Call Sign WB4MZ0 (Numeral Zero) (hamweekly.com) — An FCC clerical error once gave a Marietta-based amateur radio club the call sign WB4MZ0 instead of WB4MZO, a mistake that persisted until 1999 when databases were upgraded. The club has since disbanded, and its corrected call sign became available for vanity assignment in 2026, a detail local ham radio enthusiasts might find useful.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Hello, September! Let's Get a Little More Connected —Dr. Crystal M. Consonery Read on Patch
  • I wanted to give a shout out to Bright 'N Shine Mobile Pet Dental!
    Eduardo came and was absolutely great with my pup (who is scared of everyone) He sent before/after photos and took about 45 min from start to finish!… (Nextdoor Shallowford Rd)
  • Just cracking up thinking of all of the ring cams I'm on… running full speed after my #%& dog!
    I jumped two link fences (IN Archie's flip flops!!!), ran through a whole forest STRAIGHT INTO AND THROUGH multiple JORO Spiders! Which I'm… (Nextdoor Oak Forest Circle)
  • Teleperformance USA posted a job opening for Payroll Tax Processor - Remote in Marietta. Apply here.
  • FullSpeedAutomotive posted a job opening for Assistant Manager - FT-1011 in Marietta. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Marietta here.

Ok Marietta! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Don't you 2 start anything (Thank you Mary L. for sending it in!)
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