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April 2008

66th ANNUAL YAARAB SHRINE CIRCUS & CARNIVAL
CLOWNS, HORSES, TIGERS, ELEPHANTS, AND A BOXING KANGAROO
Opening April 25th, the Yaarab Shrine Circus will take over the fairgrounds at Jim Miller Park. The Yaarab Shrine Circus and Carnival goes through May 4th. Back again this year are unbelievable ride specials including the “SNEAK-A-PEEK-RIDE-A-THON” on Thursday, April 24th. The carnival will open a day early and charge just $10.00 for unlimited rides that day and that day only! Also, $15.00 unlimited rides Monday, April 28th - Thursday, May 1st.  Other special days include: Monday, April 28th is Dollar Day – Circus admission $1.00, Many food items $1.00; and Tuesday, April 29h – all active armed forces and public service personnel admitted FREE to the circus (with proper I.D.). On Thursday, April 24th there will be a gigantic flea market packed with furniture, toys, household items, clothes and much, much more.

The circus opens the 10-day event at 7:30pm on April 25th. Performance times are Monday-Friday at 7:30pm; Saturdays 11:00am, 1:00pm, 4:30pm and 7:30pm and Sundays at 1:00pm, 4:30pm and 7:30pm. Gates to the carnival open at 5:00pm Monday-Friday; Saturdays at 10:00am; Sundays at noon, with a special “SNEAK-A-PEEK-RIDE-A-THON” on Thursday, April 24th. General admission to Jim R. Miller Park is free; circus tickets are available at the gate - $10 for adults; $5 per child. Parking is $3 per car. For more information, call (770) 425-2331 or 1 (800) 360-5818.

MHB Amphitheatre Announces 2008 Concert Series

Warmer weather is just around the corner and that means another exciting season of concerts at the Mable House Barnes Amphitheatre!  The Mable House Barnes Amphitheatre introduces three new Summer Concert Series presented by Malon D. Mimms Company and Waverly Renaissance ; a Country Nights series, Rockin Nights series and a Summer Stars series. There will be five concerts in each series, for a total of 15 great summer performances.

Our Country Nights series will kick-off the summer on May 2. The series will feature new artists as well as the established country music performers we all know and love!

The Rockin Nights series will focus on classic rock bands from the 70s and 80s. We’ll be bringing in bands whose hit songs we all remember!

Our Summer Stars series will feature a variety of performers from comedians to the symphony, and from party bands to balladeers. We know you’ll enjoy the variety and quality of the performers.

Season ticket packages offer the best available seating. Each year Season Ticket holders are offered the first option to purchase tickets, the first option to improve the location of their seating, and the option to add additional season ticket seats. Season ticket prices are offered at a 20% discount off individual ticket prices, essentially, it’s a buy four, get one free deal!

Tables, which seat four, are $1,200 per series. Center, Terrace 1 seats are $180 per ticket, per series. Terrace 2 seats are $155 per ticket, per series and Lawn seats are a terrific bargain at only $80 per ticket, per series.

Season tickets will go on sale at the Mable House Barnes Box Office to 2007 Season Ticket holders on March 31. Season tickets will go on sale to past patrons of the amphitheatre on April 7 and to the general public on April 14. Single ticket sales for individual concerts will go on sale at a later date. For the best available seating options, call to reserve tickets as soon as possible. Orders may be placed by mail, fax or by calling the Amphitheatre Box Office, (770) 819-7765.

The Show Business/Special Events Division team is the management company for the Mable House Barnes Amphitheatre. If you have any questions about the summer series, sponsorship opportunities, or the pre-sale opportunity, please call at (770) 819-7765.

We hope you'll join us for starry summer nights, cool concerts and hot performers at Mable House Barnes Amphitheatre in 2008!

Local Athletes Receives Golden Eagle Award
Cobb County’s own Kelly Kettles received the Golden Eagle Award for displaying the utmost in sportsmanship during the 2008 Professional Tennis Registry's Tennis Tournament held at Hilton Head. The award was presented to her by Mr. Dennis Van Der Meer along with a tennis racquet signed by him. Kelly was voted for this award by her peers, coaches, volunteers and sponsors of this event. It was her caring attitude, eagerness to help other athletes and her enthusiastic personality with everyone that contributed to this honor. Kelly, an accomplished Special Olympian, said this award was more important to her than any medal she has ever received.  Congratulations Kelly for making Cobb proud!!!!

Cobb Singles League - Cobb's Tennis League for Everyone!!!!

The Cobb Singles League is a tennis league where you compete against other players of similar ability.  Levels range from NTRP 2.0 - 5.0.  The 2.0 level is for very beginners - this is a great opportunity to try out your first tennis league.  You do not need to be part of a team - you register individually and you will be matched against other players at your level.  This is a flex league where you play when it is convenient for you and you can play anywhere in Cobb County where there are tennis courts (parks, clubs, or subdivisions).  There are two seasons each year - Spring season and Fall season.  The spring season begins April 21st. The Cobb Singles League is a great way to to enjoy fun competition and to meet new people!!!  Registration for the spring league is currently in progress.  The entry deadline is April 11.  For more information and registration brochure, see the Cobb Singles League web site.

April 3-25

Gallery Exhibit

Damien Guarnier-Photography

Solo Exhibit

Opening reception April 3 from

7:00pm-9:00pm

April 4-5

Theatre Performance

'Murder by Indecision'

Presented by the Master Academy of Fine Arts

Shows at 2:00pm and 7:00pm

For tickets and information see website:

www.marietta.mafa.net

or call (404) 610-6232

April 17-19

Theatre Performance

'Suessical the Musical'

Presented by Christian Family Theatre

Shows at 2:00pm and 7:00pm

For information, see website:

www.christianfamilytheatre.org

April 24-26

Auditions and Theatre Performance

Troupe de Jour VI

Curtain Call Youth Players

9th -12th graders

Auditions Monday, April 24, 7:00-9:00pm

Performances: April 25-26 at 7:30pm

The Art Station -

Big Shanty

Mable House Arts Center

Through April 9

Gallery Exhibit

Floyd Celebrates the Arts

Mable House Arts Center Gallery  SCAA Event

Amazing works of art from Floyd Middle School on display.

April 21- May 26

Gallery Exhibit

World of Art

Reception: Saturday, April 26

7:00- 9:00pm

April 3-13

Theatre Performance

'The Captain's Tiger'

presented by the Theatre Project's Spotlights.

On board the SS Graigaur a young sailor begins to pen his first novel. Assisted by his muse, a portrait of his mother comes to life, and supported by his friend, an illiterate ship's mechanic, he struggles to balance romance and reality. This most personal of Athol Fugard's works is strictly autobiographical; at twenty he abandoned his university education, hitchhiked up Africa and ended up on a tramp steamer in Port Sudan. This play reflects his attempts to come to terms with the conflicting emotions evoked by memories of his courageous mother and flawed father.

April 3, 4, 5, 10, 11 and 12 at 7:00pm and April 6th & 13th at 3:00pm

Mable House Barnes Amphitheatre

All Tickets $10.00 Onsite childcare only $5

April 18-20

Theatre Performance

'Seussical'

presented by the Theatre Project's Footlights

A musical extravaganza by Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty, who have lovingly brought to life all of our favorite Dr. Seuss characters, including Horton the Elephant, Gertrude McFuzz, Lazy Mayzie and all of the Whos of Whoville! These classic, colorful tales are seamlessly brought together by Jojo, a young boy and “thinker of strange and wonderful thinks”! As each story unfolds you will marvel at how relevant and profound Seuss’s subtle themes are; making this musical one that appeals to all ages.

April 18th & 19th at 7:00pm and April 20th at 3:00pm

All Tickets $5.00 (Children 12 and under are free!)

Jennie T. Anderson

Theatre

April 4

Concert

Coasters, Legendary Singers of the Temptations, Platters
Encore Series

For tickets or information, call
(770) 528-8490 or online at Ticketmaster.com

Academy Dance Company

For information, call (770) 578-8277

April 18

Concert

The Lettermen

Encore Series

For tickets or information, call
(770) 528-8490 or online at Ticketmaster.com

Cobb Children's Theatre

For information, call (770) 480-1266

Cobb Civic Center

Hudgins Hall

Job Fair

Cobb County Government & Cobb County Board of Education

Blast From The Past Car Show

9:00am - 4:00pm

Admission:  $3.00

For information:  call (770) 944-7433

Computer Show

For information, call (770) 663-0943

Yaarab Shrine Circus

Monday - Friday:  Midway opens at 5:00pm

Circus show at 7:30pm

Saturday:  Midway opens at 10:00am

Circus shows at 11:00am, 1:00pm, 4:30pm and 7:30pm.

Sunday:  Midway opens at 12:00pm

Circus shows at 1:00pm, 4:30pm and 7:30pm

For information, call (770) 425-2331

Spring Break Block Party

Ron Anderson Recreation Center

4:00pm to 9:00pm

'Nutrition through Healthy Living'

Health Fair

Ron Anderson Recreation Center

10:00am to 2:00pm

Global Youth Service Days

Ron Anderson Recreation Center

Get the kids out of the house and into their communities and make a difference!!!

Southern Star Classic
ISA Men’s Open Slow-Pitch Qualifiers
Class Upper D
Class E

ASA Spring Classic
Youth Fast-Pitch
Class 18-GOLD
Class 18-A
Class 16-A
Class 14-A
Class 12-A
Class 10-A

April Showdown
USSSA Men’s Open Slow-Pitch Qualifiers
Class D-D+
Class E+

Peach State Showdown
USSSA Men’s Open Slow-Pitch Qualifier
Class C

April 4-9

Georgia State Senior Hardcourt Chps.

Adult / Senior events

Marietta NTRP Singles Open

Events:  Adult NTRP

Entry Deadline:  April 13

Earth Day in The Park

Special Population participants shall mulch all the trees and pick up trash at Jim Miller Park. Lunch will be provided for 45 participants assisting with this event.

Spring Formal

will be held at the Renaissance Waverly Hotel on April 25 from 7:00pm – 11:00pm. Attendees will have a 5 course meal, enjoy dancing and have their picture taken by a professional photographer.

Get PINned - Conveniently register for parks programs from your home or office with EZ-Reg.  A Personal Identification Number (PIN) and Internet Log-in number are required to register using EZ-Reg . To get PINned, visit any Cobb County Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs facility during normal operating hours and complete a Family Account Registration Form. You must show proof of residency.  Tip: Do not wait until the day of registration to get your numbers - you may get shut out of your course.  Be sure to get PINned in advance to take advantage of EZ-Reg online registration.

The Art Station – Big Shanty

Summer Camps

Please check out our course and camp offerings at http://www.ncart.org/tas.

The Art Station – Big Shanty

Upcoming Workshops

Beginning Jewelry Wire Wrapping Workshop - April 26 or May 6

Wet ‘n’ Wild Watercolor Workshop - May 10

Call (770) 514-5930 to register today.

in progress

Jennie T. Anderson Theatre

Performing Arts Camps
EZ-Reg Online available

E.T.C. CAMPS: For Rising 3rd - 9th Grades. (Theatre Performance Camps)
$80.00/wk
9:00am - 12:30pm
July 7-11, July 14-18, July 21-25

PROMPT CAMPS: For Rising 5th - 9th Grades. (Workshop Camps)
$40.00/wk
1:00pm - 3:30pm
July 7-11, July 14-18, July 21-25

in progress through April 14

The Art Place - Mountain View

Registration for Spring Classes

We offer a selection of classes throughout the year, from Music and Movement to Thrown Pottery to Drawing & Painting to Theatre , there is something for everyone.

EZ-Reg Online available

April 16

at 9:30am

The Art Place - Mountain View

Registration for Summer Camps

EZ-Reg Online available

April 14

at 9:30am

Mable House Arts Center

Registration for Summer Camps

EZ-Reg Online available

April 14

at 9:30am

Mable House Arts Center

Theatre Class:

The Jungle Book is open to all 3rd through 9th graders interested in taking stage with The Theatre Project. A registration fee of $150.00 and an attendance deposit of $50.00 (refunded at the end of the production run if attendance policy is followed) for a total of $200.00 is due by casting. All registrants are guaranteed a part! Registration begins April 14 at 9:30am, at Seussical the Musical, through the start of the first rehearsal. Call (770) 819-3285 today for more details!

All Aquatic Centers

Spring Classes

EZ-Reg Online available

Cobb Gymnastics Center

Spring Classes

EZ-Reg Online available

All Cobb Tennis Centers

Summer camp registration

All Cobb Tennis Centers

Spring Classes beginning the week of April 14

EZ-Reg online available

All Cobb Tennis Centers

Cobb Singles League

Flex schedule league for adult tennis players of all ability levels. Entry deadline is April 11.

April 16

at 6:00pm

All Recreation Centers (except South Cobb)

Summer Recreation Camps

EZ-Reg online available

April 16

at 6:00pm

All Recreation Centers (except South Cobb)

Camp Horizon

EZ-Reg online available

Landmark, Driftwood B&M Win Al Bishop Complex Tourneys
Congratulations to the softball team Landmark from Lithia Springs for winning the men's C-C+ class of the Early Bird Classic played March 22 at the Al Bishop Softball Complex. Landmark DH David Calhoun was named tourney MVP. The Offensive MVP honor went to infielder Gary Powell of runner-up Softball Express from Mayesville. The men's D-D+ class winner was Driftwood B&M from Stockbridge, with Georgia Glass from Commerce finishing as runner-up. Shortstop Kevin Lewis of Driftwood was named tourney MVP, and outfielder Justin Sikorski of Georgia Glass was named Offensive MVP.

State Meet at the Cobb Gymnastics Center

The Cobb Challengers will host the Georgia AAU Level 5 and Prep Optional Level State Meet this year in the Cobb Gymnastics Center. The meet will take place May 3-4. Gymnasts from all over the state will be competing in this event. Three members of the Cobb Challengers will represent Cobb by competing in the meet.

Help Wanted

The Cobb Recreation Centers (with the exception of Ward Rec Center) are hiring summer staff to run the summer camp program.  If you are interested in working with the summer camps, contact the recreation center closest to you.