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September Events

Alan Cox Automotive

Upcoming Events
Glover Park Concert Series
First Fridays on the Square and Art in the Park
Love the Lake Festival
KBA’s Taste of Kennesaw
Marietta StreetFest
Mable House
Ruby Slipper Gala
Riverfest 2010
North Ga State Fair

Dear Sherry,
School is in session.  Wow, summer went by fast. Time for fall festivals.  There are lots of events on the Marietta Square in September.  Below is a list of events in the area.  Get out and enjoy.

A new Fall Break?  Cherokee and Cobb county schools will have a week off next month since the school year started earlier than in past years.  Schools for both counties will be closed the week of September 20 – 24.

Alan Cox Automotive will be closed Saturday, September 4 thru Monday, September 6 in observance of Labor Day.  Do you have an event you would like added to the calendar?  Let me know.
Drive safely,
Sherry Richardson
Alan Cox Automotive
770-427-1745

Mtta Fountain

Glover Park Concert Series

Friday, August 27
Glover Park – Marietta Square
8:00 pm – 10:00 pm Livin’ Large will perform Oldies music
Friday, September 24
Glover Park – Marietta Square
8:00 pm – 10:00 pm The Glow Band will perform Pop music.
The Glover Park Concert Series is “the” place to be in Marietta.  The park is the perfect setting for families and friends to enjoy a picnic and listen to music under the stars!  You can bring a picnic dinner (beer and wine are permitted) or dine in one of the many restaurants on the square.
Concerts are rain or shine.  Blankets and lawn chairs may be set up after 4:00 pm.  No personal tables are permitted in the park.  A limited number of tables are available for rent on the first working day of the month for that concert. Tables for six are $45 and tables for eight are $55.
Join others and participate in the table or blanket-decorating contest sponsored by Coldwell Banker-Marietta West Cobb branch. The contest is held prior to each concert with the winner taking home a picnic basket full of goodies.  Registration is not required.
The free concerts are presented by Marietta Parks and Recreation Department and the Downtown Marietta Development Authority.
Call 770-794-5601 for more information.

First Fridays on the Square
Friday, September 3

Time: Until - 8:00 pm

Participating merchants on the Marietta Square will stay open late for twilight shopping the first Friday of the month April-October.
GloverPark

First Friday Art Walk

Friday, September 3

Time: 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Come enjoy an Art Walk, the newest event on the Square. Not only will art galleries be featured, but merchants will also be displaying local, original works of art in their shops.
Pick up an Art Walk map, which denotes what locations are featured and what artists will be spotlighted that evening.
At each Art Walk stop, you’ll have your map stamped. After you finish the Walk, turn in your completed map with at least 15 locations stamped, to the Art Walk headquarters by 9 pm, and enter a drawing for a chance to win a “Hip to be Square” package.  This package includes passes to area attractions, gift certificates for your favorite restaurant and a $100.00 gift certificate redeemable at any participating merchant on the Square.
The Historic Marietta Trolley will make it easier to get to all the Art Walk stops that evening. They are running a free shuttle service that evening from 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm.  For more information call 770-429-1115.
Art in the Park

September 4, 5 and 6

Time: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Glover Park in Marietta Square

Experience the 24rd Annual Art in the Park festival this Labor Day weekend.  Each year, the festival attracts artists from across the nation.  Enjoy over 130 artists who showcase their talent including painting, photography, pottery, sculpture and jewelry.
This fine-arts extravaganza held each Labor Day weekend is presented by the Marietta Business Association and has been named a Southeast Tourism Society Top 20 Event for September.  Visitors can also stroll the Interactive Art Alley and create their own make-and-take projects.
Free admission.  Art in the Park 770-428-9411

Love the Lake logo

Love the Lake Festival

September 4 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
September 5  Noon – 6:00 pm
Labor Day Weekend
Cauble Park on Beautiful Lake Acworth

The Acworth community will enjoy over 150 hand-made unique Art & Craft vendors from all over the southeast.   When it is time to eat your senses will be filled with festival favorites like polish sausages, hamburgers, hot dogs, ice cream, smoothies, barbecue, cotton candy, sno-cones, funnel cakes, candy apples and more from the 30 food vendors.  Enjoy your festival treats in the shade at one of the various covered eating areas throughout the park.  There is also a large kids zone.

There will be live entertainment at the two entertainment stages - the Gazebo Stage and the Beach House Stage.


Admission is FREE.    For Directions: Take I-75 to HWY 92 Exit #277, Exit and head West stay straight onto Cowan Road. Dead end into Main Street, turn right onto Main Street go ½ mile and look for the Shuttle Stop signs.  There is ample parking in downtown Acworth with FREE shuttle rides to all the fun and festivities at Cauble Park .  For more information call 770-423-1330 or Acworth Business.

KBA’s TASTE of KENNESAW

Saturday, September 11
At the Depot 11:00 am – 8:00 pm

City of Kennesaw

The Kennesaw Business Association and the City of Kennesaw invite you and your family to sample over forty local restaurants from the Kennesaw and Cobb County area.  Enjoy and dine, picking samples from some of your favorite restaurants.

There will be continuous entertainment from the Main Street and Depot Stages.  There will be children’s activities including a rockwall, inflatable slides and much more.  Admission is free with food samples ranging from $.50 to $4.00 each.
For a list of the participating restaurants and more general information go to  Taste of Kennesaw

Marietta StreetFest
September 18, 2010

Historic Marietta Square

Antiques… 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Antique dealers and artisans will fill the Square with furniture, fine arts, jewelry, books collectibles and one-of-a-kind treasures.
Autos… 10:00 am – 4:00 pm The Hubcaps and History Classic Car Show features cars 25 years and older and will award prizes based on popular vote.
More… 11:00 am – 2:00 pm The popular Trash or Treasure Show booth will give verbal approximations to participants who bring their family heirlooms.
For snacks don’t forget to visit The Marietta Square Farmers Market with their fresh foods available.
For more info: 770-794-5710 or Marietta StreetFest

Mable House logo

Mable House Barnes Amphitheatre
5239 Floyd Rd
Mableton, GA 30168

Sept 4 Wade Ford presents Rhythm and Romance Show with Sheila E, Nick Colionne and Marion Meadows 6:00 pm

Sept 10 John Michael Montgomery 8:00 pm


Sept 17 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Sept 18  2:00 pm – 10:30 pm
The 2010 Jazz Grooves Atlanta Smooth Music Festival, featuring Paul Taylor, Pieces of A Dream, Jessy J, Gregg Karukas, Althea Rene and Sekou Bunch.

For more information: Smooth Jazz Grooves

Attendees may bring their own food and beverages. Concessions will be open.
FREE SUMMER CANDLELITE CONCERTS
Sept 11 Kayla Taylor Jazz
Sept 25 Roxie Watson

Tables (seats four) are available at $45.00
Reservations can be made by calling 770-819-3285
Gates open 7:00 pm concerts are 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
For more information: Mable House or 770-819-7765

Ruby Slipper Gala

The Emerald City

September 23  6:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Visions Anew LogoThe Mansour Center
995 Roswell St
Marietta, GA 30060
770-953-2882

Extraordinary Food and Open Bar
Cocktail Optional attire
Tickets $75.00. All proceeds benefit
Visions Anew or call 770-953-2882

Riverfest

Riverfest 2010

Saturday, September 25 10 am – 6 pm
Sunday, September 26  10 am – 5 pm

Boling Park – Canton
Children 12 & under FREE!
Adults 13 & up $ 5.00
Free Parking!  Riverfest

North Georgia State Fair

Jim R Miller Park

Taste of Acworth2245 Callaway Rd

Marietta, GA 30008
September 23 – October 3

Party with the animals. This is family fun that has been a tradition for generations. There are specials available and concerts you don’t want to miss.
So find the deals and mark your calendar for a family event they won’t soon forget.
For more information visit NorthGeorgiaStateFair.com or call 770-423-1330 or 770-528-8989.
Admission: Adults $5.00  Students $2.00(7-18)
Children 6 and under free
Ride Ticket Prices: $1.00 each ticket or
22 tickets – $20.00 / 55 tickets $50.00
Parking $3.00

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Free Coolant Check

Is your Coolant Protection Level ready for winter?  Mention or print this coupon and Receive a Free Coolant Protection Level check.  If the coolant protection level is not within specifications, a coolant change is only $45.00.

770-427-1745

Offer Expires: September 30, 2010

September Events

Alan Cox Automotive

Upcoming Events
Glover Park Concert Series
First Fridays on the Square and Art in the Park
Love the Lake Festival
KBA’s Taste of Kennesaw
Marietta StreetFest
Mable House
Ruby Slipper Gala
Riverfest 2010
North Ga State Fair

Dear greg,
School is in session.  Wow, summer went by fast. Time for fall festivals.  There are lots of events on the Marietta Square in September.  Below is a list of events in the area.  Get out and enjoy.

A new Fall Break?  Cherokee and Cobb county schools will have a week off next month since the school year started earlier than in past years.  Schools for both counties will be closed the week of September 20 – 24.

Alan Cox Automotive will be closed Saturday, September 4 thru Monday, September 6 in observance of Labor Day.  Do you have an event you would like added to the calendar?  Let me know.
Drive safely,
Sherry Richardson
Alan Cox Automotive
770-427-1745

Mtta Fountain

Glover Park Concert Series

Friday, August 27
Glover Park – Marietta Square
8:00 pm – 10:00 pm Livin’ Large will perform Oldies music
Friday, September 24
Glover Park – Marietta Square
8:00 pm – 10:00 pm The Glow Band will perform Pop music.
The Glover Park Concert Series is “the” place to be in Marietta.  The park is the perfect setting for families and friends to enjoy a picnic and listen to music under the stars!  You can bring a picnic dinner (beer and wine are permitted) or dine in one of the many restaurants on the square.
Concerts are rain or shine.  Blankets and lawn chairs may be set up after 4:00 pm.  No personal tables are permitted in the park.  A limited number of tables are available for rent on the first working day of the month for that concert. Tables for six are $45 and tables for eight are $55.
Join others and participate in the table or blanket-decorating contest sponsored by Coldwell Banker-Marietta West Cobb branch. The contest is held prior to each concert with the winner taking home a picnic basket full of goodies.  Registration is not required.
The free concerts are presented by Marietta Parks and Recreation Department and the Downtown Marietta Development Authority.
Call 770-794-5601 for more information.

First Fridays on the Square
Friday, September 3

Time: Until - 8:00 pm

Participating merchants on the Marietta Square will stay open late for twilight shopping the first Friday of the month April-October.
GloverPark

First Friday Art Walk

Friday, September 3

Time: 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Come enjoy an Art Walk, the newest event on the Square. Not only will art galleries be featured, but merchants will also be displaying local, original works of art in their shops.
Pick up an Art Walk map, which denotes what locations are featured and what artists will be spotlighted that evening.
At each Art Walk stop, you’ll have your map stamped. After you finish the Walk, turn in your completed map with at least 15 locations stamped, to the Art Walk headquarters by 9 pm, and enter a drawing for a chance to win a “Hip to be Square” package.  This package includes passes to area attractions, gift certificates for your favorite restaurant and a $100.00 gift certificate redeemable at any participating merchant on the Square.
The Historic Marietta Trolley will make it easier to get to all the Art Walk stops that evening. They are running a free shuttle service that evening from 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm.  For more information call 770-429-1115.
Art in the Park

September 4, 5 and 6

Time: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Glover Park in Marietta Square

Experience the 24rd Annual Art in the Park festival this Labor Day weekend.  Each year, the festival attracts artists from across the nation.  Enjoy over 130 artists who showcase their talent including painting, photography, pottery, sculpture and jewelry.
This fine-arts extravaganza held each Labor Day weekend is presented by the Marietta Business Association and has been named a Southeast Tourism Society Top 20 Event for September.  Visitors can also stroll the Interactive Art Alley and create their own make-and-take projects.
Free admission.  Art in the Park 770-428-9411

Love the Lake logo

Love the Lake Festival

September 4 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
September 5  Noon – 6:00 pm
Labor Day Weekend
Cauble Park on Beautiful Lake Acworth

The Acworth community will enjoy over 150 hand-made unique Art & Craft vendors from all over the southeast.   When it is time to eat your senses will be filled with festival favorites like polish sausages, hamburgers, hot dogs, ice cream, smoothies, barbecue, cotton candy, sno-cones, funnel cakes, candy apples and more from the 30 food vendors.  Enjoy your festival treats in the shade at one of the various covered eating areas throughout the park.  There is also a large kids zone.

There will be live entertainment at the two entertainment stages - the Gazebo Stage and the Beach House Stage.


Admission is FREE.    For Directions: Take I-75 to HWY 92 Exit #277, Exit and head West stay straight onto Cowan Road. Dead end into Main Street, turn right onto Main Street go ½ mile and look for the Shuttle Stop signs.  There is ample parking in downtown Acworth with FREE shuttle rides to all the fun and festivities at Cauble Park .  For more information call 770-423-1330 or Acworth Business.

KBA’s TASTE of KENNESAWSaturday, September 11
At the Depot 11:00 am – 8:00 pm

City of Kennesaw

The Kennesaw Business Association and the City of Kennesaw invite you and your family to sample over forty local restaurants from the Kennesaw and Cobb County area.  Enjoy and dine, picking samples from some of your favorite restaurants.

There will be continuous entertainment from the Main Street and Depot Stages.  There will be children’s activities including a rockwall, inflatable slides and much more.  Admission is free with food samples ranging from $.50 to $4.00 each.
For a list of the participating restaurants and more general information go to  Taste of Kennesaw

Marietta StreetFest
September 18, 2010

Historic Marietta Square

Antiques… 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Antique dealers and artisans will fill the Square with furniture, fine arts, jewelry, books collectibles and one-of-a-kind treasures.
Autos… 10:00 am – 4:00 pm The Hubcaps and History Classic Car Show features cars 25 years and older and will award prizes based on popular vote.
More… 11:00 am – 2:00 pm The popular Trash or Treasure Show booth will give verbal approximations to participants who bring their family heirlooms.
For snacks don’t forget to visit The Marietta Square Farmers Market with their fresh foods available.
For more info: 770-794-5710 or Marietta StreetFest

Mable House logo

Mable House Barnes Amphitheatre
5239 Floyd Rd
Mableton, GA 30168

Sept 4 Wade Ford presents Rhythm and Romance Show with Sheila E, Nick Colionneand Marion Meadows 6:00 pm

Sept 10 John Michael Montgomery 8:00 pm


Sept 17 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Sept 18  2:00 pm – 10:30 pm
The 2010 Jazz Grooves Atlanta Smooth Music Festival, featuring Paul Taylor, Pieces of A Dream, Jessy J, Gregg Karukas, Althea Rene and Sekou Bunch.

For more information: Smooth Jazz Grooves

Attendees may bring their own food and beverages. Concessions will be open.
FREE SUMMER CANDLELITE CONCERTS
Sept 11 Kayla Taylor Jazz
Sept 25 Roxie Watson

Tables (seats four) are available at $45.00
Reservations can be made by calling 770-819-3285
Gates open 7:00 pm concerts are 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
For more information: Mable House or 770-819-7765

Ruby Slipper Gala

The Emerald City

September 23  6:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Visions Anew LogoThe Mansour Center
995 Roswell St
Marietta, GA 30060
770-953-2882

Extraordinary Food and Open Bar
Cocktail Optional attire
Tickets $75.00. All proceeds benefit
Visions Anew or call 770-953-2882

Riverfest

Riverfest 2010

Saturday, September 25 10 am – 6 pm
Sunday, September 26  10 am – 5 pm

Boling Park – Canton
Children 12 & under FREE!
Adults 13 & up $ 5.00
Free Parking!  Riverfest

North Georgia State FairJim R Miller ParkTaste of Acworth2245 Callaway Rd

Marietta, GA 30008
September 23 – October 3

Party with the animals. This is family fun that has been a tradition for generations. There are specials available and concerts you don’t want to miss.
So find the deals and mark your calendar for a family event they won’t soon forget.
For more information visit NorthGeorgiaStateFair.com or call 770-423-1330 or 770-528-8989.
Admission: Adults $5.00  Students $2.00(7-18)
Children 6 and under free
Ride Ticket Prices: $1.00 each ticket or
22 tickets – $20.00 / 55 tickets $50.00
Parking $3.00

Alan Cox Automotive Logo

Free Coolant Check

Is your Coolant Protection Level ready for winter?  Mention or print this coupon and Receive a Free Coolant Protection Level check.  If the coolant protection level is not within specifications, a coolant change is only $45.00.

770-427-1745

Offer Expires: September 30, 2010

Where is the best place for Atlanta Lexus Service?

Atlanta Lexus repair at Alan Cox Automotive.

One of the main reasons why people buy a Lexus over other luxury cars is because they enjoy the fact that the vehicle is very reliable. This is important for you to be able to live your life without interruptions. You need your Lexus to get to work, school and social occasions. The last thing you need is to be stranded on the side of the road. One of the best ways to make sure your Lexus will always run properly is to visit a quality Atlanta Lexus service center like Alan Cox Automotive. Here you will find professional service done right the first time. Best of all, in most cases you will receive your car back in the same day.

Going Beyond Standard Service

While you may have only brought in your Lexus for an oil change, it will not be good if you drive a few miles down the road and your car breaks down from another problem. When you bring your car into a quality Atlanta Lexus service center like Alan Cox Automotive, we will inspect your car for any other problems and bring them to your attention. This way you will at least be aware of any problems that your car is having and possibly have them fixed while the car is in the service department. No matter what service you receive you will most likely receive your car back the same day. In fact, 90 percent of all services are completed in the same day.

Service You Can Count on

One of the great things about choosing Alan Cox as your Atlanta Lexus Service choice is the fact you will receive a warrantee on work that is unsurpassed by our competition. We are so confident in the service you will receive from our trained technicians that we back up the work with an 18 month or 18,000 mile guarantee. This comes from having serviced over 80,000 cars in the past 26 years. If you are ready to get your Lexus serviced, give Alan Cox Automotive a call at 770-427-1745.

How do you know you’ve found the right Atlanta Toyota Repair business?

You value your Toyota for its reliability and safety features. You chose your car because of the way it protects you and your family. This is why when your Toyota is in need of repairs you want to find the right business to take care of it. Finding the right Atlanta Toyota repair company is not always easy as most of the companies out there will tell you that they are experts in fixing your car even if they are not. This is why you should bring your Toyota to Alan Cox Automotive. Our technicians are trained and certified to provide you with the repairs that will return your Toyota to running like it was brand new.

A History of Service

When looking for the right Atlanta Toyota repair company, you need a business which has a history of providing quality repairs. At Alan Cox Automotive we have serviced over 80,000 vehicles. We stand behind our work and our commitment to quality. We use all of the right parts for your car to make sure that it is running properly when you leave. We will even inspect your car for other problems to make sure that you are getting the best possible service for your money.

Quality Guarantee

Not every company has the ability to back their work with a warrantee. At Alan Cox Automotive we stand behind our work with an 18 month or 18,000 mile warrantee. The closest a competitor comes is a 12 month or 12,000 mile warrantee. We can offer this kind of a warranty because of the knowledge and experience that our technicians bring to the table.

Best of all, you will not have to wait forever for your car to be finished with repairs. Around 90 percent of the Toyotas which are dropped off to us will have the repairs completed in the same day. This way you will be able to stay on track with everything you need to do. We will do our part to make your life easier. Schedule your repairs today by calling Alan Cox Automotive at 770-427-1745.

Atlanta Toyota Service at Alan Cox Automotive

Your family car is very important to you and your family. It gets you to work and your children to school. The last thing you need is for your car to break down unexpectedly. Those who are searching for an Atlanta Toyota service company will find everything they need in Alan Cox Automotive. This is because there is a dedication to giving you highest quality service to make sure your car is running properly at all times. We can provide the service you are looking for whether you have a family car or a performance vehicle.

Trained Technicians

The reason why your Toyota will be properly serviced when you choose Alan Cox for Atlanta Toyota service is because our technicians know what they are doing. They have been specially trained to work on your Toyota. They know what to look for in quality inspections and in service calls. They have the ability to perform routine services like oil changes to more in depth maintenance like overhauls. Technicians will use genuine parts to make sure your Toyota stays running like brand new for as long as you own the vehicle.

Quality Guaranteed

When you get your car serviced, you want to make sure you are getting service that you can count on rather than service that will have to be repeated a few miles down the road. At Alan Cox Automotive we are so confident that the service we provide is of the highest quality that we offer a warrantee on all work of 18 months or 18,000 miles. The standard for our competitors stands at around 12 months or 12,000 miles if they even offer this much.

Once you bring your Toyota in to Alan Cox Automotive you will not want to bring it anywhere else. The professionalism and quality of service will convince you that no other Atlanta Toyota service comes close. All you have to do is drop off your car and we will most likely have it back to you the same day. To schedule your next service, call us at 770-425-1745.

Atlanta Lexus Repair Done Right at Alan Cox Automotive

Atlanta Lexus Repair

Atlanta Lexus Repairs at Alan Cox Automotive

You bought your Lexus because of the high degree of reliability that comes with it. You keep up with all of the service maintenance and make sure to drive carefully at all times. You do this not only because you love your car but because you need for it to run properly for the things you rely on it for. Whether you are getting to work, going to the park or taking the kids to school, you need for your Acura to work properly. The problem is that even with all of the care in the world things can still go wrong with your Lexus. When this happens you do not want to take it to just anyone. You want an Atlanta Lexus repair business that will take proper care of your car. This is exactly what you will find at Alan Cox Automotive.

Professional Treatment

One of the things you deserve when you take your Lexus in for repairs is respect. All of the staff at Alan Cox Automotive have been trained to treat every client with the utmost respect. We know you only want your car to be fixed and we will only provide you the repairs that you authorize. Because we are among the best Atlanta Lexus repair centers we will make sure to inspect your car for other problems and give you the option to get them fixed or not.

Repairs You Can Count on

The hallmark of any good Atlanta Lexus repair business is the ability to stand behind any repairs. At Alan Cox Automotive we stand behind our work for 18 months or 18,000 miles. The rest of the industry might be able to offer you a 12 month or 12,000 warrantee on the work that they do. We can offer such a standard in the service we provide because our technicians are highly trained and complete all work according to the standards any Lexus should be repaired by. In most cases you will even be able to get your car back the same day you drop it off. To schedule your next service, call 770-425-1745.

Alan Cox Automotive is dedicated to providing outstanding Acura, Honda, Toyota, Lexus and Mazda auto service.  With all the auto recalls and performance issues in the news today, we want to make sure that  every time you leave our shop your car is repaired properly, 100% safe for the road and that you are completely satisfied.  Call for an appointment today (770-427-1745) we look forward to hearing from you.