As Mother’s Day inches closer, there are only a couple days left to plan where you’re taking mom.
For those who live in Cobb and are running out of ideas, don’t fret! Maybe you’re thinking of some good food ... or a fossil show. Cobb county’s got both, and more!
Marietta Tree Keepers Spring Tree n' Stroll. 5 p.m. Friday, May 11. Free. Glover Park. 50 North Park Square, Marietta. 770-424-4664. www.mariettacalendar.com.
Enjoy a leisurely stroll through the trees with the experts from Marietta Tree Keepers this Friday and learn about the care and keeping of some of the Marietta Squares most cherished residents.
Smoke on the Lake BBQ Festival. 4 p.m.-10:30 p.m. Friday, May 11; 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, May 12. Cauble Park at Acworth Beach, 4425 Beach St., Acworth. 770-714-7135. www.smokeonthelake.org.
Hang out on Lake Acworth May 11 and 12 during the Smoke on the Lake BBQ Festival, which will feature mouth-watering food, family-friendly performances and entertainment, inflatables, dance competitions and live music.
Six Flags Over Georgia and Six Flags White Water. 10:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. 250 Cobb Parkway N #100, Marietta.
Cool off during the summer heat with a few thrilling water slides or just soak up some sun in the pool at Six Flags White Water during its weekend opening. Tickets and passes will be up to 60 percent off for the Mother's Day weekend.
50th Annual Mother's Day Weekend Gem, Mineral, Jewelry, and Fossil Show. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Friday and Saturday; noon-5 p.m. Sunday. Free. Cobb Civic Center, 548 South Marietta Parkway SE, Marietta. www.gamineral.org.
It's the 50th Annual Gem, Mineral, Jewelry and Fossil Show on Mother's Day Weekend, which will include over 30 dealers, door prizes and demonstrations.
Women…Brewed to Perfection: Tea and Fashion Show. 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Saturday, May 12. $25 per person. Marietta Garden Center, 505 Kennesaw Ave., Marietta. 770-765-3365. www.divineorderchurch.org.
Celebrate your mother with a special tea and fashion show, hosted by the Divine Order Church at the Marietta Garden Center. Make sure to wear your fanciest hat.
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