Mableton Day Volunteers Needed

The much-anticipated seventh annual will take place at the on May 19 and volunteers, entertainers, sponsors and nonprofit organizations are still needed.

The event is still in the planning stages and community members can get involved by participating in the planning meetings held every other Thursday, including tonight, at 7 p.m. at the at 4700 Austell Road.

The day is packed full of fun, family-friendly events like the , the Mableton Classic Car Show, a kids' corner, loads of vendors, arts and crafts and great entertainment.

This year's celebration is hosted by the Mableton Day Coalition (MDC), a partnership of three not-for-profit organizations: Mableton Improvement Coalition, Inc.; South Cobb Arts Alliance, Inc. and the Amateur Advocate Association, Inc.

Albert McRae, founder of Mableton Community Day, said the community day committee welcomes diverse entertainers, especially those from Latino culture. There is still room for a couple of additional bands as well. For more information about becoming an entertainer for Mableton Day, visit mabletonday.com or contact McRae at amcrae@amateuradvocate.com.

Overall, about 32 volunteers are needed to serve in various capacities that will make this year's Mableton Day even bigger and better than ever before. Volunteers will help manage the Mableton 5K Race, help vendors set up their booths and tables, help with administrative tasks and secure the premises. Plus, any organizations that recruit the most volunteers can earn points for a grand prize grant of $1,000.

Eligible not-for-profit organizations will have the opportunity to compete for two grants which will be awarded on the basis of a point system.  First place winners receive a grant of $1,000 and second place grant-winners receive $500.  Points can be earned as a result of registering attendees, race participation, volunteering to help run activities of the day and arranging sponsor support.  Check the website at www.mabletonday.com for more details about participation and how to earn points.

McRae hopes the grant funds can help local nonprofit organizations reach goals and meet needs of the Mableton community.

"Nonprofits, come get this grant money," said McRae.