TASTE OF MARIETTA – SUN APRIL 26 One of metro Atlanta’s most anticipated food festivals returns to the historic Marietta Square on Sunday, April 26, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Taste of Marietta brings together 40+ restaurants, live…
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MAY DEADLINE FOR THE BRIGHT SIDE – TUESDAY, APRIL 28
HEY BRIGHT SIDE READERS — SHARE YOUR GOOD NEWS. Working on the MAY paper and our deadline is WEDNESDAY, APRIL 29 AT 5:00 pm. We specialize in positive news and special events happening in our community. IT IS SPRING…
KENNESAW’S Big Shanty FESTIVAL THIS WEEKEND – APRIL 18 & 19 – COME CELEBRATE
The 50th annual Superior Plumbing Kennesaw/Big Shanty Festival is this weekend, April 18 and 19. We are looking forward to celebrating 50 years in the community, where the downtown Kennesaw area is transformed into a giant family-friendly event. All booths…
Get Ready to Run: Kennesaw’s Fit City 5K – April 11
Going to be a beautiful day tomorrow, to take a run. Still time to register for Kennesaw’s Fit City 5K. Come around 7:00am to register for the 5K Get Ready to Run: Fit City 5K – April 11 The City…
BRIGHT SIDE NEWSPAPER FOR 26APRIL
Just in time for THE 50TH BIG SHANTY FESTIVAL the April paper is filled with local positive news and MORE family fun events in our communities. The Acworth, Kennesaw, Marietta BrightSide Newspaper is published on line once a month on…
GEORGIA FOOD AND WINE FESTIVAL – MARCH 27-29
Spring is finally here and what an awesome event to kick off our Festival Season. The Georgia Food + Wine Festival is being held this weekend: March 27-29 right in our own back yard at Jim R. Miller Park in…
Menopause The Musical 2 at the Strand – March 24 to March 29,
IT’S ALMOST HERE – MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL 2 The Earl and Rachel Smith Strand Theatre is thrilled to announce the return of the national tour of Menopause The Musical 2: Cruising Through ‘The Change’®, running on The Strand stage from…
Kennesaw’s Valentines Dance Party –
Spend the evening with your big and little ones and experience all the fun of a magical night! Join Kennesaw Parks & Recreation for the Valentines Dance Party on Friday, February 13, 2026 Dress your best and get ready to…
February: Heart Health Month and Why This Month Matters to Me
February: Heart Health Month and Why This Month Matters to Me By Dana Dorris February Is the month of love with a very distinct symbol, the heart. This month always brings me pause and I love hearts, but not just…
UPCOMING EVENTS FOR OUR COMMUNITY
Three weekends of being stuck inside – too cold to play, shop, or visit outside – is two weekends too long. Thought we would share some family fun activities coming up in Acworth, Kennesaw, and Marietta. Don’t forget to send…
WEATHER ALERT FOR GEORGIA – SNOW EXPECTED SAT & SUN
The Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) is preparing for another winter weather event expected to have impacts across much of the state, beginning during the early morning hours of Saturday, January 31. The storm is forecast to bring light…
ACWORTH CELEBRATES MARTIN LUTHER KING DAY
The Acworth MLK Celebration and Day of Service will be held Monday, January 19,2026. The community is welcome to join us for a light welcome breakfast at 8:30 a.m. at the Roberts School Community and Education Center. Following the welcome…