With glorious weather teasing Marietta, Cobb Landmarks and Historical Society's 20th Annual Celebration of Spring's Arrival comes at the perfect time. The weekend of April 23, CLHS will host two events: Party in The Garden and Root House Plant Sale.

On April 24 from 7-10 p.m., Party in The Garden on Mossy Creek will take place at the home of Melissa and Ben Worley, located at 1180 Mossy Rock Road in Kennesaw. Anticipate an evening full of good food, good company and a beautiful setting.

Cost is $40 per person. Tickets can be purchased online through PayPal at www.cobblandmarks.com or by cash/check to CLHS at 30 Atlanta Street SE, Marietta, Georgia 30060. Call (678) 594-4994 for more information.

From April 23-24, the long-running Root House Plant Sale takes place from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. in the Root House Museum garden. Capitalize on the opportunity to tour the authentic 19th century heirloom garden and purchase the latest 21st century plants.

Pass-along plants, plants from wholesale growers, perennials, shrubs and many heirloom tomato plants will be available. Master Gardeners will be on hand to advise customers about the plants they purchase and suitability for individual gardens. Get there early for best selection. Call (770) 426-4982 for more information.

"Cobb Landmarks is a longtime supporter of preservation in Cobb County including both historic architectural and heritage preservation," said newly appointed CLHS Executive Director Nancy Gadberry.

Gadberry, who has almost completed her master's of Historic Preservation from Georgia State University, brings a business and financial background to CLHS as well as a love for preservation and history. Recently retired from AT&T as Executive Director, Gadberry also served as Chief Financial Officer of Zion Farms Equestrian Estate, an events facility.

Raised in Jefferson, Texas, Gadberry served as a junior docent at the Carnegie Library and at the Jay Gould Railroad Car. "Preservation is in my blood," said Gadberry.

"I am always for the underdog," stated the avid gardener whose first preservation love is historic gardens and landscapes. "Georgia's historic gardens so often get overlooked."

With many beautiful historic gardens and homes in Cobb County, CLHS's Spring celebration is the perfect time to support preservation efforts in the community.

"Community financial support of our events, including the Root House Plant Sale and the Spring Garden Party will enable CLHS to continue its programs," Gadberry said.