City forms its first Government 101 class

Applicants are sought for the first “Government 101: Kennesaw Government Academy.”

The six-week course is designed to provide an inside look at the day-to-day operations of the city, how it forms partnerships and how management approaches long-range planning.

Beginning July 17, the class is open to Kennesaw residents, ages 18 and older, and business owners within the city limits.

Each week the class will focus on one of Kennesaw’s priorities listed in its strategic plan.

Students will have the opportunity to participate in hands-on learning activities, network and hear updates from city staff.

Open to the first 15 registrants, the class will meet weekly from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday at Kennesaw City Hall with a graduation scheduled on Aug. 28.

Candidates running for office may not participate in the class.

To register, call Miranda Jones at 770-424 - 8274 ext. 3017 or download the application at kennesaw-ga.gov/download/gov-101-kennesaw-government-academy-application

Completed applications should be emailed to mjones@kennesaw-ga.gov

Upcoming

■ Patriotic Pop-In. 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. today. $5/person, $20/ family cap. The Marietta Museum of History, 1 Depot St., Marietta with the entrance facing the railroad tracks. With Independence Day on July 4, crafts and activities about the United States and its flag will be highlights for children and their families. Current exhibits include “Pinning from the Past: Scrapbooking Before the Internet” and “More Than Planes: Aviation in Cobb County.” 770-794-5710, MariettaHistory.org

■ Paul Oliver Life Skills Football Camp. June 22. Free. Harrison High School, 4500 Due West Road, Kennesaw. The bus will leave Tramore Park, 2150 East West Connector, Austell at 8:15 a.m. and return at 4 p.m. Lunch provided. Alicia Hicks at 770-4993921 or CobbCounty.org/PAL

■ Park Preview Day. 10 a.m. to noon June 23. 4055 Ebenezer Road, Marietta. Guests are welcome to fish at the lake or walk their dogs (but bring doggy clean-up bags). On-site parking is limited, so carpooling is encouraged. CobbCounty.org