🌱 County Contracting Workshop + Cobb Opioid Symposium

Hi all. I'm back with your fresh copy of the Marietta Daily. Here's what you need to know about what's happening in town today.

But first, today's weather:

Sunny and cooler but pleasant. High: 77 Low: 54.

Here are the top three stories today in Marietta:

1. Marietta's Congregation Ner Tamid will be observing High Holy Days Sep. 25, Sep. 26, Oct. 4, and Oct. 5. High Holy Days are complimentary for congregation members but there is a $180 fee for adult non-members. Children under 18, students with ID, and active military will not need a ticket. Click here to register. (Subscription: The Atlanta Journal Constitution)
2. Cobb County is hosting a workshop on Wednesday, Oct. 12 about doing business with the county and Cobb County Schools. The workshop will be held at the Cobb Senior Wellness Center on Powder Springs Street in Marietta between 5:00 and 7:00 p.m. This will be an opportunity for the community to learn about the county's contracting process. (Cobb County Courier)
3. The Cobb County District Attorney hosted the first Cobb Opioid Symposium last night. The meeting was held in the BOC Meeting Room on Cherokee Street in Marietta. The purpose of the event was to educate and update the community of the opioid epidemic impacting Cobb County. Participants heard from the District Attorney's Office, leading experts, and other stakeholders during the meeting. (Cobb County Courier)

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Today in Marietta:

• North Georgia State Fair At Jim R. Miller Park (4:00 PM)
• Comedy Nights At The Avenue West Cobb (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Looking for a new home? Consider this list of the latest properties in the Marietta area to hit the market.(Marietta Patch)
• The Root House Beer Festival is scheduled for Sep. 30 between 6:00 and 9:00 p.m. Click here to purchase tickets today. (Visit Marietta GA via Instagram)
• Calling all prospective pet parents: These adoption-ready pets in the Marietta area are searching for a forever home! Get the details on Patch. (Marietta Patch)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Friday. I'll see you soon!

— Danielle Fallon-O'Leary

About me: Danielle Fallon-O’Leary is a senior writer with content creation agency Lightning Media Partners and assists Patch.com with community newsletter curation. Danielle also holds a Master’s Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders and works part-time as a pediatric speech therapist.