Paws in the Park takes place on Saturday, September 17, 2011 from 9am to noon at Swift-Cantrell Park. The event is sponsored by the Kennesaw Environmental Committee and is a celebration of dogs. Visitors can enjoy service dog demonstrations, visit vendor booths, and take the Primrose Paws Pledge. There is even a chance for visitors to march in the Doggie Parade at 10am. The event encourages pet owners to be responsible and pick up after their dogs, thus keeping area parks, sidewalks and green spaces clean and safe for everyone.

Hours:
Saturday, September 17, 2011 from 9am to noon

Address:
Swift-Cantrell Park
3140 Old US Highway 41
Kennesaw, GA 30144

Parking:
Parking is free and available for 170 vehicles. Additional parking is available at Kennesaw Elementary School (weekdays after 5:30pm, and weekends from 7am to 10pm), located at 3155 Jiles Road, Kennesaw, GA 30144.

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Family Fun Fest is a Christian Family Music Festival featuring games and activities for kids of all ages. The event features free parking, free admission, free games, and free Live Music. This year’s main act is DecembeRadio as part of the “Be Strong” Tour. Along with DecemebeRadio, the event features Amorous and Jeremy the Painter.

Along with fun, games and music, the event includes a variety of vendors with items available for purchase.

Date:
August 27th, 2011
11 a.m. until 6 p.m.

Admission:
Free

Schedule of Events:
11:00am – Gates Open
11:00am – Living Hope Worship Band
12:00pm – Against the Downpour
1:30pm – Jeremy the Painter
3:00pm – Amorous – Worship Band
4:30pm – DecembeRadio
6:00pm – Gates Close

Address:
Living Hope Church
3450 Stilesboro Rd.
Kennesaw, GA 30152

Parking:
Free On-Site Parking

For more information, please call (770) 425-6726.

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The Kennesaw summer concert series continues with Eagles tribute band Hotel California on Sunday, July 3 2011 at 8pm. The band Destination will perform at 6 pm.

A patriotic fireworks show begins at 9:30pm after the sun goes down, and concertgoers can enjoy Kennesaw’s annual pre-Independence Day fireworks.

A six-foot rectangular table located in front of the performance area can be reserved for $50 (or $75 for the July 3 concert). Each table seats six persons. Chairs are included. The number of tables is limited; tables are reserved on a first-come, first-serve basis. Reserve a table online at www.kennesaw-ga.gov/pkrec (click on the “Summer Concert Series” link) or call 770-422-9714.

With the exception of reserved tables, all seating is general admission lawn seating, so bring a blanket or comfortable low-back chair. Food and beverage vendors will be on site; however concertgoers are welcome to bring a cooler and pack a picnic basket. No barbecue grills are allowed.

Admission
Free, no ticked is required

Parking
Parking will be available along Main Street, at the intersection of Main Street and Moon Station Road, behind the Southern Museum (off Shirley drive), and off Sardis Street (near the intersection of Big Shanty Drive). Cherokee Street, from Main Street to Big Shanty Drive, will be closed during concerts.

Location
Historic Train Depot
2828 Cherokee Street
Kennesaw GA 30144

For more information about the Summer Concert Series, please call the Kennesaw Parks & Recreation Department at (770) 422-9714.

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The City of Kennesaw’s FREE popular open-air concert series will kickoff at the Depot in downtown Kennesaw on June 11 at 8 pm with Almost Elton & The Rocket Band.

Almost Elton stars multi-talented singer and pianist Craig A. Meyer, whose credits include appearances in film and on television and Broadway. Throughout Meyer’s career, he was repeatedly approached about his striking resemblance to and uncanny ability to sound like Elton John and was persuaded to begin impersonating him.

Today, Meyer is known as one of the best Elton John Tribute acts in the industry. His strong vocals and amazing talent on the piano has audiences remembering when rock was young.

A six-foot rectangular table located in front of the performance area can be reserved for $50 (or $75 for the July 3 concert). Each table seats six persons. Chairs are included. The number of tables is limited; tables are reserved on a first-come, first-serve basis. Reserve a table online at www.kennesaw-ga.gov/pkrec (click on the “Summer Concert Series” link) or call 770-422-9714.

With the exception of reserved tables, all seating is general admission lawn seating, so bring a blanket or comfortable low-back chair.

Food and beverage vendors will be on site; however concertgoers are welcome to bring a cooler and pack a picnic basket. No barbecue grills are allowed. Possession or consumption of any alcoholic beverages is not permitted at concerts.

The Depot is located at 2828 Cherokee Street, across the street from the Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History. The Ben Robertson Community Center is located at 2753 Watts Drive. Parking is limited. Concertgoers are encouraged to carpool.

For more information about the Summer Concert Series visit www.kennesaw-ga.gov/pkrec (click on the “Summer Concert Series” link), or call the Kennesaw Parks & Recreation Department at (770) 422-9714.

Address:
Downtown Kennesaw
2829 Cherokee St
Kennesaw, GA 30144

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These fascinating programs, sponsored by the Kennesaw Historical Society and the Southern Museum, are glimpses into both our region and nation’s history. Led by a variety of scholars, authors and other experts, come join the Museum on these trips back in time.

Today’s topic is Marietta History, with author Joe Kirby.

Address:
Lectures are held at the Museum’s Jolley Education Center.
The Southern Museum
2829 Cherokee Street
Kennesaw, GA 30144

Parking:
Parking is available behind The Southern Museum or in the grass lot behind the old Community House.

Admission:
Free. Those wishing to tour the Museum either before or after the lecture are requested to come in through the main entrance.

Hours:
Lecture begins at 2 PM.

For more information, please call (770) 427-2117 ext 3174 or email programs@southernmuseum.org.

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Join the Mega Midways Carnival on June 9-19 in the outer JCPenney parking lot, at Town Center at Cobb.

Address:
Town Center at Cobb – JCPenney Outer Lot
400 Barrett Pkwy.
Kennesaw, GA 30144

Hours of operation:
June 9-19
Weekdays – 4-10pm
Weekends – 1-11pm

Tickets:
20 tickets – $18
Monday-Friday – $15 arm bands
Saturday 1-4pm – $12 arm bands
Saturday 4-11pm – $18 arm bands
Super Sunday – $15 all day

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This year, the 2011 Kennesaw Outdoor Movie Series continues with a trio of family friendly flicks at Swift-Cantrell Park in Kennesaw. On Saturday, October 1 2011, the featured movie is Yogi Bear (Rated PG). The inflatable screen lights up at dark, so arrive early (around 6pm) for games, face painting, inflatable fun, and more.

Admission is free, but concessions and some activities have an extra charge. Bring your blanket or lawn chair and a picnic (no alcohol or glass containers) and relax “on the green” for an outdoor movie night the whole family will enjoy. All movies are rated PG, and titles are subject to change. Cancellations may occur due to weather conditions.

For more information, please call (770) 422-9714.

Date and Time:
Saturday, October 1, 2011 at 6pm

Location:
Swift Cantrell Park
3140 Old US Highway 41
Kennesaw, GA 30144

Parking is also available at:
Kennesaw Elementary School
3155 Jiles Rd NW
Kennesaw, GA 30144

Cobb Vineyard Church
3206 Old 41 Hwy NW
Kennesaw, GA 30144

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The Center Helping Obesity In Children End Successfully (C.H.O.I.C.E.S.) is hosting a walk and Children’s Nutrition Education & Physical Activity Expo at Swift-Cantrell Park on Saturday, May 21 2011, from 9am to 1pm. The walk begins at 9am and includes 10,000 steps around Swift-Cantrell Park. After the walk, stick around for the Children’s Nutrition Education & Physical Activity Expo.

Admission:
Free

Date:
Saturday, May 21 2011, from 9am to 1pm

Address:
Swift-Cantrell Park
3140 Old US Highway 41
Kennesaw, GA 30144

For more information, please visit www.choicesforkids.org.

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