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🌱 Patch AM: What’s happening at Marietta’s Mountain View Regional Library this January?
Spotted on the Marietta calendar: Freddie B pays Tribute to Johnny Taylor and Lou Rawls
Greetings Marietta! Your go-to source for what's happening in town is here. Stay in the loop and read on. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- What’s happening at Marietta’s Mountain View Regional Library this January?
- Why a rare Cadillac wagon in Marietta now tops $90,000
Also on today's calendar: Freddie B pays Tribute to Johnny Taylor and Lou Rawls and 9 more events.
Find out what's happening in Mariettafor free with the latest updates from Patch.
Find out what's happening in Mariettafor free with the latest updates from Patch.
- Monday: Plenty of sunshine, with a high of 64 and low of 45 degrees.
- Tuesday: Some sun, temps: high: 67, low: 55.
- Wednesday: Mostly cloudy and warm, with a high of 69 and low of 50 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• How much do you know about Cobb's Mountain View Regional Library? (cobbcountycourier.com) — Mountain View Regional Library on Sandy Plains Road in Marietta outlines its role as a key civic hub for both the city and East Cobb, plus a full slate of January programs. From Baby Storytime and tech help to yoga and kids’ cooking classes, the schedule offers plenty for local families, students, and creatives looking to use the library’s upgraded makerspace and resources. 
• The Last American Station Wagon With A Manual Transmission (carbuzz.com) — A rare Cadillac CTS-V Wagon with a manual transmission is currently listed for sale in Marietta, highlighting how these high-powered “unicorn” wagons have become serious investments. The story explains why this supercharged V8, three-pedal long-roof has surged in value, what makes it special to enthusiasts, and what maintenance costs potential buyers should expect.
📸 Around Marietta
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Marietta
★ Featured events ★
- Freddie B pays Tribute to Johnny Taylor and Lou Rawls
Perfect Note ATLANTA, 3000 Windy Hill Rd SE, Marietta
8:00 pm - Warehouse Liquidation FINAL Sale! 50% OFF!
Classic Staging LLC, 1349 Old 41 Hwy NW, Marietta
9:30 am
Thursday January 8
Friday January 9
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Other local events
- Greater Wealth Works and CobbWorks are partnering to offer Skills Training every Monday and Friday!
463 Commerce Park Dr SE, Marietta, GA, 30060 and 5656 Mableton Parkway, Mableton, GA 30126
11:00 am - Planning Commission Work Session
Marietta, GA Calendar Marietta, GA 30060
5:00 pm - Freddie B Live at the Perfect Note On January 8, 2026
Perfect Note ATLANTA , 3000 Windy Hill Rd SE , Marietta
8:00 pm - Marietta Tree Keepers
Marietta, GA Calendar Marietta, GA 30060
9:00 am - BLW Audit Committee meeting
Marietta, GA Calendar , 205 Lawrence Street , Marietta
11:00 am - BLW Board Meeting
Marietta, GA Calendar , 205 Lawrence Street , Marietta
12:00 pm - Agenda Work Session
Marietta, GA Calendar Marietta, GA 30060
5:15 pm - Marietta Visitors Bureau Board of Directors Meeting
Marietta, GA Calendar Marietta, GA 30060
5:30 pm - Back to the 90s Trivia
Schoolhouse Brewing , 840 Franklin Ct , Marietta
8:00 pm - Drag Bingo
Schoolhouse Brewing , 840 Franklin Ct , Marietta
8:00 pm
Monday January 5
Tuesday January 6
Thursday January 8
Saturday January 10
Monday January 12
Tuesday January 13
Thursday January 15
Friday January 16
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- This person is on foot going door to door knocking on the doors of homes without cars in the driveway.
We attempted to ask who they were on our intercom, but as soon as I spoke they quickly turned and left. The behavior matches that of someone scouting… (Nextdoor Lake Colony) - URGENTE PERRITO ESTRAVIADO , HELLO TO WHOEVER READ THIS MESSAGE MY PUPPY CALLED COCO GOT LOST IF YOU SEE HIM PLEASE KISS ME HE IS SICK OF A HOJO AND IN HIS CUEYO HE HAS LIKE A LITTLE BALL HE IS ALREADY BIG OLD HE LEFT ME AROUND 7:30 am from my apt
in the Marietta area he is my dog he never left maybe someone grabbed him but what good is it if he is my son of years please who has it give it back… (Nextdoor Azalea Manor)
- Lowe's posted a job opening for Retail Sales - Part Time in Marietta. Apply here.
- Target posted a job opening for On-Demand: Guest Advocate (Cashier), General Merchandise, Fulfillment, Food and Beverage, Style (T1165) in Marietta. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Marietta here.
🗞 Nearby News
Kennesaw
- Campus News: The Week of Jan. 3 (mdjonline.com)
Mableton
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