Mableton Day celebration set for Saturday

The Mableton Day Coalition will host a Mableton Day celebration for area residents on Saturday at the Mable House Arts Complex.

The event will include a 5K race, live entertainment, vendor booths and a car show. The celebration, organized by three Mableton community groups, is meant to foster pride in the south Cobb area, introduce residents to the area’s businesses and gain volunteers for various outreach programs.

The celebration runs from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Arts Complex, Floyd Road.

Information: www.mabletonday.com

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