39th Annual Marietta Art in the Park is Aug. 30 to Sept. 1

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Publish Date: August 15th 

 

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Today is Friday, August 15th and Happy Birthday to Joe Jonas  

 

I’m Keith Ippolito and here are the stories Cobb is talking about, presented by Times Journal 

1. 39th Annual Marietta Art in the Park is Aug. 30 to Sept. 1
2. Marietta school board eyes AI guidelines in new technology plan
3. Cobb officers recognized after saving children from 117-degree car

 

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STORY 1: 39th Annual Marietta Art in the Park is Aug. 30 to Sept. 1 

For three days over Labor Day weekend, Marietta Square transforms into a vibrant hub of creativity for the 39th annual Art in the Park festival. With over 200 fine artists, live music, kids’ activities, and even chalk art, it’s a can’t-miss event for art lovers and families alike. 

The Artist Market will feature works in every medium imaginable: oil, acrylic, pottery, jewelry, photography, and more. Artists will be on-site to chat about their process, and the beloved Painted Pots display returns with its stunning ceramic creations. 

For kids (and the young at heart), the Chalk Spot street art experience is back, hosted by Marietta High School’s Visual Arts Program and GPB. On Aug. 30, kids can claim a three-foot square of pavement for $10 and create their own masterpiece. Supplies and fair tickets are included while they last. 

Families can also explore Children’s Art Alley, packed with free crafts and games, plus face painting and sand art for a small fee. 

Hungry? Marietta Square’s restaurants will be open, and Glover Park Brewing will serve cold brews. Live music at the gazebo, sponsored by the North Georgia State Fair, will keep the energy high—bring a blanket or chair to relax and enjoy. 

The festival runs Aug. 30–Sept. 1, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., with free admission. Parking is available at Marietta City Hall and nearby lots. For details, visit artparkmarietta.com. 

 

 

STORY 2: Marietta school board eyes AI guidelines in new technology plan 

 The Marietta Board of Education is mulling over a new tech plan for 2025-2028, and it’s got some big ideas—AI guidelines, faster internet, and better tools for teachers. 

Jennifer Hernandez, the district’s academic achievement director, summed it up: “It’s about using tech to support teachers, not replace them.” The plan, shaped by feedback from teachers, parents, and community members, focuses on three areas: infrastructure, access, and support. 

Infrastructure? Think faster internet, updated equipment, and federal E-rate funding to keep it all running. “We don’t want to fall behind,” said tech director Torey Bradley. 

Access includes making learning platforms like Schoology easier to use and figuring out how to teach students and staff to use AI responsibly.  

Support will include a new professional learning hub with bite-siz