Austell Community Taskforce

08/03/2026

This month's (August) general meeting has been CANCELLED. Apologies for any Inconvenience. Join us next month!

07/31/2026

🎉 25 YEARS OF SERVING SOUTH COBB! 🎉

Despite several concurrent back-to-school events taking place this year, the Austell Community Taskforce is thrilled to share that we served 350+ students from the South Cobb area at our 25th Annual Back-to-School Jam! 🎒✨

This milestone event wouldn’t have been possible without the extraordinary support of our sponsors, committee members, volunteers, and vendors who showed up and showed out for our community.

🙌 SPECIAL THANKS & GRATITUDE 🙌
💙 Our Generous Sponsors

Destiny World Church Austell
Mableton Improvement Coalition
Cobb Collaborative..and all of our incredible partners/donors!

🙌 Our Dedicated Teams

Our hardworking volunteer teams, committee leaders, and local PTAs who gave their time and passion.

🤝 Community Partners

Connecting Generations-STFCC, Inc.
Rho Xi Zeta
FACES
Girls Inc...alongside countless local organizations!

📍 Venue & Safety

Cobb Parks for welcoming us back to the South Cobb Recreation Center.

Cobb County Police Department for keeping everyone safe and traffic moving smoothly.

🚌 Logistics & Fun

Word of Faith Family Worship Cathedral for providing reliable shuttle transportation.

Jump For Joy Parties — A HUGE shoutout for 8 years of continuous support bringing the ultimate bouncy house fun! 🏰

To every family, vendor, and supporter who made this day so special—THANK YOU! Together with our event and others across the area, we’re making sure South Cobb students walk into the new school year feeling confident, prepared, and celebrated.

Let’s keep this momentum going, South Cobb! 💙🎒

07/15/2026

🎒 Get Ready for the Back to School Jam! 📚✏️

Summer is flying by AND so are participant slots for the event! Join the Austell Community Taskforce and our amazing community partners for a fun-filled day dedicated to getting our students ready for a successful school year.

Details below:

📅 When: Saturday, July 25th
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Location: South Cobb Recreation Center (875 Riverside Pkwy, Austell, GA 30168)
🚗 Parking: Free parking is available at Destiny World Church (7400 Factory Shoals Road, Austell, GA 30168)
🎟️ Admission: FREE ENTRY!

What to Expect:
🎒 Free School Supplies for students!

🎪 Games & Fun for the whole family!

🛍️ Local Vendors to explore and support!

📋 How to Get Involved (Scan the QR Codes on the Flyer):
Whether you want to attend, help out, or showcase your organization, we have a spot for you! Scan the QR codes in the image to register for:

Student Registration (Secure your supplies!)

Volunteer Registration (Help us make the day a success!)

Vendor Registration (Showcase your business or services!)

Sponsorship Registration (Partner with us to support local families!)

Thank you to our incredible community partners and sponsors for making this event possible: Destiny World Church, Word of Faith Family Worship Cathedral, Connecting Generations, FACES, Cobb Collaborative, Mableton Improvement Coalition, and Girls Inc. of Greater Atlanta.

See you there! Let's help our students start the year strong! 💪✨

06/15/2026

IMPORTANT City of Mableton TONIGHT! Please attend if able.

🚔 Public Safety Town Hall
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Join Mayor Michael Owens and City Council for a Public Safety Town Hall to learn more about the City's long-term public safety strategy and the development of Mableton's future Public Safety Division.

This is an opportunity to hear updates, ask questions, and learn more about the roadmap ahead for public safety in Mableton.

📅 June 15, 2026
⏰ 6 PM – 8 PM
📍 Riverside EpiCenter
135 Riverside Pkwy, Mableton, GA 30168

We look forward to seeing you there.

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🚔 Reunión Comunitaria sobre Seguridad Pública

Acompañe al Alcalde Michael Owens y al Concejo Municipal para una reunión comunitaria sobre seguridad pública y conozca más sobre la estrategia de seguridad pública a largo plazo de la Ciudad y el desarrollo de la futura División de Seguridad Pública de Mableton.

Esta es una oportunidad para recibir actualizaciones, hacer preguntas y conocer más sobre el camino a seguir para la seguridad pública en Mableton.

📅 15 de junio de 2026
⏰ 6 PM – 8 PM
📍 Riverside EpiCenter
135 Riverside Pkwy, Mableton, GA 30168

Esperamos verlo allí.

04/13/2026

FINAL Mableton 2045 Public Meeting Happening this Wednesday. Come and make your voice heard regarding the future development of the City of !

Meeting Details:
Date: Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Location: Riverside EpiCenter, 135 Riverside Parkway, Mableton, GA 30168
Virtual Access: Mableton 2045 Comprehensive Plan FINAL Public Meeting – Please click the link to register in advance for this meeting. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with details on joining the meeting. https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/Jk6-2P_YTYCU-GrZw1i13g

03/18/2026

Excited to participate through our sponsored Riverside Neighborhood Community Garden as volunteer site. Hope to see you there!

02/01/2026

There will be NO General Meeting this Month! Apologies for any inconvenience. Join us for our next meeting in March!

01/12/2026

Let's Make this MLK Day a "Day On, Not a Day Off"! 🌟🤝

Join us in honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. through community action. We are coming together for a special Clean-Up Day of Service in Mableton, and we need your help to make a difference!

Let’s join together to beautify our neighborhoods as we reflect on Dr. King’s message of service and unity on this special day.

📅 Date: Monday, January 19, 2026
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Location: Destiny World Church (7400 Factory Shoals Rd., Austell, GA 30168)

How to sign up: Scan the QR code on the flyer to register and get more information! 📲

A big thank you to our partners for making this happen: KIDS CARE, Keep Cobb Beautiful, FACES, and Destiny World Church Austell.

12/11/2025

Seeking Volunteers, Vendors, Sponsors and Donors for this great event!

11/13/2025

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