CELEBRATE THE END OF MAY

SCHOOLS OUT! Summer has begun and May still has several events that will interest the whole family.  See below.

NOW UNTIL AUGUST 15 SMITH GILBERT’S GARDEN WITH WINGS Smith-Gilbert Gardens A Garden with Wings Butterfly Exhibit, NOW UNTIL-Aug. 15: This seasonal exhibit offers a close-up look at native butterflies and their full life cycles within a controlled environment. Visitors can explore the plants that support pollinators, including host and nectar species essential to butterfly survival. Timed-entry tickets are required for the Butterfly House, and advance purchase is recommended due to limited capacity. Get your tickets today at https://smithgilbertgardens.com/tickets/

SAT MAY 23 ACWORTH’S MEMORIAL DAY CEREMONY The ceremony to honor those who have given their lives in service to our country will be held on Saturday, May 23 at 10:00 a.m. in Cauble Park at Patriots Point. Veterans and current servicemen will pay tribute to brave men and women who have fought and died for our nation. Engraved pavers dedicated to those who have served in our armed forces that have been purchased since the previous Veterans Day will be presented at the event.

MON MAY 25 DO YOU HAVE A MINUTE???? MEMORIAL DAY – May 25, 2026
by Mary Lou Cagle, MARIETTA

This minute, 60 seconds, is an annual event that asks all Americans, wherever you are at 3:00 pm on MEMORIAL DAY, to pause and remember those who have died while serving in the United States Armed Forces. It is a period of silent contemplation, prayer, reflection, and respect. Memorial Day is NOT a day of celebration. MEMORIAL DAY is a day of Remembrance. It is a day to remember those men and women who died while on active duty for the United States of America and died defending our country. It is The National Moment of Remembrance.
It is always important to thank our military members for their service – but on this day, MEMORIAL DAY, it is our day to remember those who died in service to the United States and share in The National Moment of Remembrance at 3:00 PM on Monday, May 25, 2026.

SAT MAY 30 KENNESAW SKATE PARK HOSTS: THEY WILL SKATE AGAIN MAY 30, Celebrating TEN years of adaptive athletes skating in Atlanta. CelebratingTEN  years of athletes getting on boards, building confidence, and pushing past what people thought was possible. This day is about creating access and making sure all athletes have the opportunity to skate — supported, encouraged, and surrounded by a community that shows up. That’s what Atlanta has been about for the past decade. If you’ve been part of it, you know what this day means. If you haven’t, we hope you’ll join us. Registration opens April 15 Visit www.LifeRollsOn.org for more information.  Bring a helmet, knee and elbow pads, and of course, your fastest wheels.Volunteers, people of all ages living with disabilities, and entire families come together for an epic day at the skate park. Whether you’re a WCMX pro, a beginner, or someone in a power wheelchair who wants to meet people and hang out for the day…YOU BELONG HERE. Everyone is welcome.  All the heroes! You’ll be amazed who you meet at a Life Rolls On event. Heroic people navigating life with various disabilities, and heroic volunteers making freedom possible. SCHEDULE: 8:00 am Event Setup and Registration Volunteers Arrive; 8:30 am Check-In Desk Opens; 9:00 am – 2:00 pm Adaptive Skate Clinic  Lunch is on us – thanks to the Acworth/Kennesaw Optimists!  THEY serve an awesome lunch, and water throughout the day for registered participants.

SAT MAY 30 SMITH GILBERT GARDENS POLLINATOR PALOOZA: Smith-Gilbert Gardens invites the public to celebrate the 10-year anniversary of its signature seasonal exhibit, A Garden with Wings, and the return of Pollinator Palooza on Saturday, May 30, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Pollinator Palooza offers visitors the opportunity to explore the exhibit without purchasing a separate butterfly house ticket. Garden admission is required, and entry is free for members. This family friendly festival presents community partners and artists who will share information on their roles in pollinator conservation. Purchase artwork, listen to music, learn about what makes pollinators so important and meet your community leaders who help conserve our environment.
Partners include The Southern Museum, Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park, Cobb County Public Library, Cobb Co Beekeepers Club, Kennesaw State University’s Office of Sustainability, Wildlife Center of North GA, Georgia Native Plant Society, USDA-NRCS, Cultured AG, Xerces Society, Wild Nest Bird Rehab and more! Food available for purchase from Huckadoo Pizza and Wild Eyed Southern Q BBQ Company. Please note that Dog Days will not take place on this day.
Get your tickets today at https://smithgilbertgardens.com/tickets/

SAT MAY 30 City of Kennesaw to Host Free County-Wide Job Fair for Adults and Youth The City of Kennesaw, in partnership with Cobb County and CobbWorks, will host the County-Wide Job Fair on Saturday, May 30, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at JIM MILLER PARK located at 2245 Callaway Rd. SW in Marietta. The County-Wide Job Fair is free to attend, and no registration is required for job seekers. Employers can participate at no cost but must register in advance to reserve booth space. Now in its sixth year, the job fair continues to serve as a key connection point between local businesses and job seekers across the City of Kennesaw and Cobb County. Businesses of all sizes are encouraged to take part and showcase available opportunities to a diverse and motivated talent pool. From entry-level positions to experienced roles, the event offers a valuable opportunity to build teams and strengthen the local workforce. Employers interested in participating can register online at: https://secure.rec1.com/GA/kennesaw-ga/catalog. Scroll down to Vendors catagory. For more information about the County-Wide Job Fair, please visit www.kennesaw-ga.gov.

SAT MAY 30 ACWORTH’S Spring Downtown Classic Car Cruise On Saturday, May 30, Acworth will host a Classic Car Cruise in Downtown Acworth. The event will be held from 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Logan Farm Park (4405 Cherokee Street). The Lake City Cruisers partner with the City and the downtown Acworth merchants to hold these Classic Car Cruises. The event is free to the public. A $5 entry fee is requested for all vehicles in the cruise.  All proceeds go to the Horizon Field, an all-inclusive special needs sports facility in Acworth. For more information contact Daulton Hill at DHill@acworth-ga.gov or call 770-917-1234.