🌱 Local Synagogue Responds To Neo-Nazis + 2023 International Festival

Hello all. Sean Peek here with your fresh copy of the East Cobb Patch newsletter. Keep reading to find out all the things you need to know about what's going on in town.

But first, your local weather:

• Tuesday: Mostly sunny and less humid. High: 90 Low: 62.
• Wednesday: Mostly sunny. High: 88 Low: 64.

Here are the top three stories today in East Cobb:

1. Over the weekend, an East Cobb synagogue was targeted by anti-Semites with Nazi paraphernalia. The synagogue, Chabad of Cobb, released a statement on Saturday night thanking those in support and sharing that it had been in communication with Cobb County officials, who identified the anti-Semitic individuals as part of a small group operating around the country to spread hate. Read the full response by Chabad of Cobb here. (FOX 5 Atlanta)
2. Cobb County Parks is currently seeking food, arts, and culture vendors for the upcoming 2023 International Festival. The festival celebrating the best traditional food, music, and art from around the world in the community will take place on Saturday, Aug. 26 from 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Vendor applications can be found here and are due by Friday, Jul. 14. (Cobb County Government via Facebook)
3. The 4th of July is coming up soon, which makes it the perfect time to review the state of Georgia and Marietta's rules regarding fireworks. Under Georgia law, any person 18 years of age or older can use, ignite, cause to be ignited, possess, manufacture, transport, or store consumer fireworks. View prohibited firework locations and other specifics here. (Marietta, GA Police Department via Facebook)

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Today and tomorrow in and around East Cobb:

Tuesday, June 27

• Comedy & Karaoke Tuesdays At Lemon Butter Seafood Restaurant, Marietta (7:30 PM)

Wednesday, June 28

• Open Mic Artist Showcase At BlaqHaus ATL, Marietta (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• The Hawk's "Check It Out Reading Challenge" is back at Cobb County Public Library! K-12 students who check out and read five books will earn one free youth ticket to a select Hawks game during the 2023-2024 season, plus a free bookmark. After a student completes the challenge, adults can fill out a registration form here. (Cobb County Public Library via Facebook)
• The Cobb Chamber recently announced its new Cobb Chamber Taylor English Golf & Tennis Classic. The new tournament for 2023 includes an expansion to include a mixed doubles round-robin tennis tournament. You can register online here. (Cobb Chamber via Facebook)
• Did you know about everything you can check out for free with a Cobb County Library card? With a card, items like a Chromebook, hotspot, and AWE early learning tablet can be checked out and brought home. (Cobb County Government via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Tuesday. See you all soon for another update!

— Sean Peek

About me: Sean Peek is a writer and entrepreneur with a degree in English Literature from Weber State University. Over the years, he has worked as a copywriter, editor, SEO specialist, and marketing director for various digital media companies. He currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.