Looking for a spot of greenery or a good read? Cobb County residents are in for a treat with the start of the "Bee the Change," the 4-H Plant Annual Plant Sale and Fundraiser, running from January 2 through March 1," according to a Cobb County news release. Funds from the sale support local 4-H youth programs, continuing the tradition and reinforcing community bonds through horticulture.
For those eager to spread the love of literacy, the Kids Book Swaps at the Powder Springs Library and North Cobb Library offer a simple exchange: bring a book, take a book, with International Book Giving Day on February 14 adding that extra sparkle of generosity. In the same breath, those looking to make a splash with local amphibians can dive into Cobb Water's Amphibian Monitoring Lunch & Learn without even getting their feet wet—this session's all talk and all action, according to Cobb County's official calendar.
Braves fans will hit a home run with the upcoming Braves Fest on January 27, showcasing player interactions, autographs, and a host of interactive entertainment at Truist Park and The Battery Atlanta. For those with a green thumb, National Seed Swap Day on the same date provides a fertile ground to exchange seeds and pick up some planting tips from the Master Gardeners of Cobb County, as published on Cobb County's news feed.
February not only rings in Black History Month, but it also lines up a roster of events that celebrate the contributions and milestones of African Americans—launching with "From Atlanta to Mars and Back," featuring guest Wanda J. Harding, former senior mission manager for NASA spinning her tale of reaching for the stars and digging into the dirt of the Red Planet's mystery, all bets are off for a dull moment this month.
The sale doesn't stop with plants, bibliophiles can bookmark the dates from March 8 to March 10 for the Cobb Libraries Spring Book Sale. A cornucopia of literary goods including books, CDs, and puzzles will be up for grabs, promising a weekend of happy hunting for avid readers and the curious alike, while the Cobb Library Foundation sets the scene for its "Booked for the Evening Gala," poised to be a night to remember for both book lovers and philanthropists, so if rubbing shoulders with authors and former governors tickles your fancy, best suit up and step in line, orders are to look sharp and dig deep for a good cause as mentioned by Cobb County's event highlights.
