🌱 Girls Inc. Summit Returns + Woman Of Distinction Nominations Open

Hi all. I'm back in your inbox this morning with your fresh copy of the Marietta Patch newsletter. Let's get this Thursday started off right with a quick review of everything you need to know about what's going on these days in town.

But first, your local weather:

• Thursday: Cloudy and humid with showers. High: 69 Low: 62.
• Friday: Some rain and a t-storm. High: 71 Low: 47.

🏠 If you're a real estate agent in Marietta, of course you're looking for a way to stand out from the crowd and attract new clients. We can help you do that with an exclusive sponsorship in the Marietta Patch newsletter. Click here to learn more.

Here are the top three stories in Marietta today:

1. The Girls Inc. Mother and Daughter Summit will take place on Mar. 11 at KIPP WAYS Academy from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The event, which celebrates Women’s History Month, features seminars and workshops that support a holistic approach to women's health and well-being, while simultaneously strengthening mother-daughter relationships. Mothers and their middle-school or high-school-aged daughters are welcome to attend. Registration is available here. (Subscription: MDJOnline.com)
2. The nomination portal for Cobb Executive Women's 2023 "Woman of Distinction" award is now open through Apr. 21. Presented annually in June at the Marquee Monday luncheon, the award celebrates a woman's leadership and success furthering diversity, equity, and inclusion in her professional life, community, and social sphere. To see the eligibility requirements and submit your nominees, please visit this link. (Press Release Desk)
3. Cobb County firefighter, Julian Daniels, passed away early last week on his 18-year work anniversary with Cobb County Fire and Emergency Services. The 43-year-old joined the team on Feb. 28, 2005. At this time, the cause of death is not yet known. (Patch)

Today and tomorrow in Marietta:

Thursday, March 2

• March Wine Events: Washington And Oregon At Stem Wine Bar (6:00 PM)
• The Brewery's TRIVIA Night At Red Hare Brewing (7:00 PM)

Friday, March 3

• The Renegade Film Festival At Strand Theatre (10:00 AM)

From my notebook:

• A new Greek festival, Marietta the Gathering, will take place on Mar. 4 at Glover Park from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. A schedule of events is available here. (Visit Marietta GA via Instagram)
• Oregon Park Opening Day is Mar. 4! Additional logistical information is available at the link. (Oregon Park Baseball Association via Facebook)
• The Cobb Chamber of Commerce will be hosting six Business After Hours events over the course of 2023. Dates and registration details can be found at the link. (Press Release Desk)

More from our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news!

Featured events:

• "Fill The Pantry" Community Drive (March 4)
• "Luck of the Pickle" (March 18)
• Add your event

Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Thursday off right. I'll be back in your inbox soon with your next update!

— Danielle Fallon-O'Leary

About me: Danielle Fallon-O’Leary is a content manager 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.