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March 2011 Volume 4, Issue 11
26 Featured Articles
14 Readers’ Choice Winners
24 & 25 On the Cover Omega Private Academy
And the winners are . .
23 Summer Camps
A helpful list to help plan your summer.
26 Scouting in East Cobb
See what local troops have been doing.
30 High School Basketball AroundAbout — East Cobb is printed using soy-based inks and paper stocks that are at least 25% recycled. Our printer also recycles all paper and ink waste.
Pope and Walton High Schools are featured.
In Every Issue Birthdays............................................ 7
Elected Officials................................ 40
Everyday Angels............................... 12
Clubs & Organizations....................... 42
Community Calendar........................ 16 School Information........................... 34
Community Numbers....................... 44
Humane Society............................... 37
Classifieds........................................ 46
Houses of Worship........................... 38
Advertiser Directory......................... 47
Contributing Writers Lee Ann Jones is the Title Manager for AroundAbout — East Cobb. She has more than 20 years experience assisting clients grow their businesses. Look for her out and about in East Cobb! You can reach her at (770) 615-3318 or leeann@ aroundaboutmagazines.com. 2
Judson Adamson.............................36
Jennifer Jarosick..............................20
Don Akridge....................................10
Kara Kiefer.......................................21
Cynthia Blount . ..............................11
Doug Rohan.....................................11
Dr. Cristi Cheek................................12
Mitzi Rubin......................................22
David Hecklemoser..........................21
Becky Smith....................................20
Judson Hill........................................ 8
Ann Vancza......................................17
Jennifer Hoyer.................................36
Derin White.....................................22
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News Around East Cobb Local Designer Unveils Collection Designer Heather Eastman, recently unveiled her Recycled Lens Artwear. Heather resides in East Cobb and her children attend Dickerson Middle and East Side Elementary schools. The collection is a jewelry line of hand-painted, salvaged eyeglass lenses. Her work has been shown at several events on the west coast, and locally, her designs were featured in the Captain Planet Foundation’s Eco-Fashion Show. Her work can be purchased at Reinspiration store in Atlanta or can be ordered directly at www.heathereastmandesigns.com.
Marietta Mom Gets Published Pam BrooksCrump, a Marietta resident, recently had her first children’s book published, Mia Inspired! A Caterpillar at a Crossroad. Pam wrote and illustrated the 32-page full color book, which is about the fascinating journey of the Monarch Butterfly. The book is available to purchase at www.pambrookscrump.com or on Amazon.com. Pam and her husband have three children.
Beautiful Smiles and Model Trains What does a successful orthodontist do at the end of the day after creating beautiful smiles? Your guess might not include building a railroad empire, but that’s what Dr. Carl P. Levitt does. Over the last 20 years Levitt, of East Cobb Orthodontics, has created a museum quality miniature railroad in his basement. Carl has been a model train enthusiast since he was a child in New York City. His latest creation takes up a 10-by-30-foot area in his home. The railroad represents his passion for both the New York Central and Pennsylvania railroads. The scenery was built with papier-mâché and dental plaster. Poles, fences and even the TV antennas are made of orthodontic retainer wire. There are more than 375 individually hand-painted figures and 100 vehicles. Six different “engineers” can run five trains and one trolley at the same time around the layout. Being an orthodontist requires Dr. Levitt to be both artistic and very exacting in precision detail, two traits which are reflected in his profession and his hobby. To see a photo of the orthodontist with his model railroad, visit www. levittortho.com and click on Meet Dr. Levitt.
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Happy Birthday!
Taylor Locklin Age 18 on March 16 Son of Dee & Lewis Locklin
Karen Worrall
Ian MacDougald
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celebrating on March 10 Wife of Steve
celebrating the big 30 on March 4
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Protecting Georgians from Costly Federal Health Care Mandates by State Senator Judson Hill
In a recent Atlanta JournalConstitution column, the writer seemed amazed that Georgia Governor Nathan Deal was worried about Congress defunding ObamaCare. If the Patient Protection and Affordable Health Care Act were defunded at the federal level, the states would be stuck with a bill for all the mandated health care programs the Feds are telling us we must implement.
authority from the Georgia legislature. In these tough economic times, the last thing we need is for Georgia tax dollars to be spent on programs already deemed invalid and unconstitutional. This money is needed for education, other health care measures and transportation projects, for starters. Since Congress passed ObamaCare, his administration has handed down more than 6,000 pages of regulations to instruct states, businesses and individuals what they have to do to comply with the law. Costs for this health care program have been estimated in the range of $2.6 trillion. Before ObamaCare passed, many experts advised it would kill jobs. Now that the bill has been read and HHS regulations are being written, no one needs to guess any more. Jobs are being lost, health care and insurance is more costly and it’s clearly a bill no one can afford to pay. Let’s be good stewards of taxpayer dollars and slow down Georgia’s implementation of ObamaCare. There is no need to rush.
What the AJC didn’t say is that this news is not new. Republicans in Congress and in the Georgia State Senate have been working to ensure Georgia tax dollars are not funneled into another failing federal program. Last year we passed into law my Freedom of Choice in Healthcare Act (SB317/411) that protects Georgians’ freedom to participate in government health care, to participate in private insurance or not to own health “ Last year we passed insurance without fear of penalties or fines.
into law my Freedom of
In addition to SB 25, I authored Senate Bill 23 to place a state moratorium on implementing ObamaCare so our government bureaucrats cannot impose new regulations without legislative authority or spend your tax dollars without legislative approval. Follow the will of Georgians as already expressed in the Freedom of HealthCare Act. Your elected officials, not bureaucrats, report directly to you – the voters – so the legislature should be given the facts and approve spending your money.
Beyond the idea of Congress defunding Choice in Healthcare Act ObamaCare, the program faces numerous (SB317/411) that protects outstanding federal lawsuits. In two of Georgians’ freedom to those lawsuits, judges ruled ObamaCare participate in government unconstitutional. Still, the Obama health care . . .” administration is requiring states to move forward with implementation under the assumption that the administration’s appeal of these court rulings will succeed. Sounds like “putting the cart before the horse” thinking to me, at a For years, I have introduced patient-centered conservative cost to Georgia taxpayers nearing $300 million by the end of solutions that will reduce the cost of health care and health FY2012. insurance and improve access to care without costly federal mandates or socializing health care. Unlike Washington Currently, U.S. Sens. Orrin Hatch and Kay Bailey Hutchinson Democrats, conservatives in Georgia want free-market solutions are seeking a federal moratorium on the state’s mandated to health care. Until we pass these measures, let’s protect implementation of ObamaCare until the lawsuits are resolved. Georgia taxpayers from the costly mandates and whims of those Rather than sit back waiting for their bill to pass into law, or in Washington, DC. waiting for the U.S. Supreme Court to rule on a case it has not seen, I have filed Georgia Senate Bill 23 and 25. SB 25 prohibits any Georgia state agency from beginning nationalized health care mandates or programs without express
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Senator Judson Hill serves as the Republican caucus vice chairman. He represents the 32nd Senate district which includes portions of Cobb and Fulton counties. He may be reached at (404) 656-0150 or judson.hill@senate.ga.gov.
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The Two Percent Opportunity The 2011 payroll tax holiday may give you a chance to boost your 401(k). by Don Akridge, MBA, CPA, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ U.S. Marine Corps Veteran – Emory University Alumnus
What would you do with an extra $1,000 or $2,000? The Tax Relief Act of 2010 will give many of us the equivalent of a two percent raise in 2011. Employee payroll taxes have been cut from 6.2 percent to 4.2 percent this year. So if you pay into Social Security, you are looking at a rise in your take-home pay. What are your plans for that extra money?
House says that the payroll tax cut will have no effect on a worker’s future Social Security benefits. Other options for the two percent tax break. Most Americans will simply spend the money resulting from this tax break. That’s not exactly a negative: the Obama administration visualized this as a way to pump up consumer spending. Yet if you don’t devote the money to your 401(k), you have a number of alternatives besides spending it. You could open a Roth IRA with the money.
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How about directing it into your 401(k) or IRA? That two percent “raise” will show up in your paychecks throughout the course of the year – it will come to you incrementally rather than as a lump sum. Still, two percent is nothing to scoff at – if you make $50,000 in 2011, you’re looking at $1,000 of found money. What could $1,000 do for you over 20 or 30 years? Well, let’s see. If you invest $1,000 today and simply let it sit there for two decades with a six percent annual return, you end up with $3,207.14 in principal and interest. If the initial grand just sits there for 30 years at six percent interest, it turns into “What could $1000 do $5,743.49. (That’s using for you over 20 or 30 annual compounding – if you plug in 30 years of daily years? Well let’s see.” compounding, it becomes $6,048.75.) Let’s say you take this one step further and direct an extra $1,000 into your 401(k) for 30 straight years beginning in 2011. Let’s be reasonably optimistic and assume an eight percent annual rate of return over that time. Under those conditions, your $30,000 aggregate contribution would turn into about $125,000 with compounding – and that’s not even considering the possibility of an employer match to your 401(k) during some or all of those years. The money is significant for a couple. If you and your spouse each make $70,000, that’s an extra $2,800 coming to the two of you in 2011 (assuming you and your spouse don’t work for the government, the railroads or in some capacity where you don’t pay into Social Security). Everyone wants a little more retirement income, and directing two percent into your retirement plan for one year or multiple years could help. While we’re on the subject of retirement income, the White 10
You could create a rainy-day fund. Set up an auto-transfer of the money from your checking account to your savings account. Let that $800 or $1,000 or $1,600 or whatever accumulate during the course of the year.
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Don’t underestimate the potential of this tax cut. If you and your spouse each make $80,000, that’s an extra $3,200 between you in 2011 (assuming you and your spouse don’t work for the government, the railroads or in some capacity in which you don’t pay into Social Security). This tax holiday could even be prolonged. In recent decades, we have seen some “temporary” tax cuts stick around. If the jobless rate stays above eight percent through 2011 (and it might), voices in Congress might push to extend the payroll tax cut for another year. It could happen, provided the federal government finds a way to direct more money into Social Security. Don Akridge is President of Citadel CPA, Financial Planning & Investment Services founded in 1994 and conveniently located off Chastain Road between I-575 & I-75 in Kennesaw. Phone 770-952-6707. Securities offered through 1st Global Capital Corp. Member FINRA, SIPC. Investment advisory services offered through 1st Global Advisors, Inc. Created by 1st Global or Peter Montoya, Inc. for use by our financial advisors.
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A Basic Primer on the Criminal Justice System
Snoring and Sleep Apnea
by Douglas B. Rohan, Esq. – Owner – Rohan Law, PC
by Cynthia Blount, RN, BSN, CPHQ, director, Northside Hospital Sleep Disorders Centers
A substantial amount of an initial client interview is dedicated to explaining the process of the criminal justice system. Most of my clients have never been arrested and presumably will never be in trouble again. The system can be confusing and this is especially true for my teenage clients. I’m going to explain some of the terms and procedures here, to help explain how the court system works. The Arrest or Citation: More often than not, a police officer will issue a citation to a driver for a simple traffic violation. By signing the bottom of the ticket, you are agreeing to appear in court. Failing to appear will result in a license suspension. In cases of DUI or other serious offense, the officer will typically make an arrest. After you are booked in the jail, you should be given a bond. There are certain exceptions, but the law is designed to favor an individual’s freedom, especially since you are innocent until proven guilty. The bond amount will typically reflect the projected fine amount for the charges for which you were cited. However, the charges can be altered or amended any time prior to arraignment. Arraignment: This is typically your first court date in front of a judge. This is the opportunity to hear the formal charges being presented by the State. Prior to this date, the State Court Solicitor has evaluated the evidence collected by the police and investigators to determine what charges to bring against you. At your arraignment, you are given the opportunity to plead Guilty, Not Guilty or Nolo Contendere (no contest). Prior to making your decision, you will be given the opportunity to pre-try your case with the Solicitor or District Attorney (DA), in Felony cases. An important thing to keep in mind is that your conversation with the Solicitor or DA is not considered private. As you have heard in the movies, anything you say can and will be used against you in court. If you are dealing with a DA, you should always have an attorney. If you are dealing with a solicitor, you have to decide whether or not an attorney can or should represent you. As a general rule, you should seek the assistance of an attorney for any charge that will lead to points on your license or the suspension of your license, or if there was an accident involving injuries. Not Guilty Plea: If you plead Not Guilty, you will be given a new court date. This will be your opportunity to hear the state present the facts against you before a Judge only (Bench Trial) or a full Jury trial in order to establish your guilt. You will also be given the opportunity to present your side of the case or any
When you’re tired of being tired
Have you been told that you snore loudly? Do you feel tired even after a full night of sleep? While restless nights and daytime fatigue may seem to affect everyone from time to time, long-standing occurrences of these conditions could be a sign of something more serious – sleep apnea. What is sleep apnea? Sleep apnea is a serious health condition that occurs when a person experiences repeated pauses in breathing, sometimes hundreds of times a night and often for a minute or longer. As a result, they are unable to reach the deepest, most restful stages of sleep and feel extremely sleepy during the day. There are two types of sleep apena: obstructive sleep apnea, which occurs when the muscles in the back of the throat fail to keep the airway open, despite efforts to breathe l central sleep apnea, in which the brain fails to properly control breathing during sleep l
Obstructive sleep apnea is far more common than central sleep apnea. Although a person may experience episodes of choking or gasping for air throughout the night, they may not remember the next morning. Many cases go undiagnosed. Snoring and sleep apnea Snoring is not the same as sleep apnea. Snoring is simply a loud sound that is caused by an obstruction in your airway. Although the problem in itself is not a harmful condition, loud habitual snoring is typically a symptom of sleep apnea. Sleep apnea – a serious health risk Sleep apnea can have a major impact on your health. When left untreated, it causes your blood oxygen levels to drop and puts added stress on your body, which can lead to other serious conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease and even stroke. See your health care provider if… l you’ve been sleeping poorly for a month or more l drowsiness prevents you from carrying out your daily routine l you’re unusually tired during the day
For more information, call the Northside Hospital Sleep Disorders Center.
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Live Longer — FLOSS! by Cristi Cheek, DMD Why is it so hard to add flossing to the daily routine of oral hygiene? We would not forget to wash our hair in the shower, and we remember to put on deodorant. But somehow, the 60 seconds it takes to floss seems just too difficult, too time consuming. Perhaps if people truly understood the benefits of flossing, it would feel more imperative. The biggest benefits of flossing are the prevention of cavities and periodontal disease and even, believe it or not, a longer life! Flossing isn’t just for removing that popcorn kernel or piece of meat wedged between your teeth. Even when you can’t see or feel anything between your teeth, flossing is even more important than brushing. In fact, if you ask most dentists if they were sent to a deserted island with only one oral hygiene tool, what they would choose, floss would always win. Flossing helps to remove plaque, a sticky, almost invisible film that grows on the teeth and holds toxins. Plaque is made up of bacteria, saliva, and food particles. To maintain a healthy mouth, it is important to remove or at least disrupt the bacterial colonies growing there. A toothbrush can access most areas of the mouth where bacteria grow, except for between the teeth. Bacteria left in these areas can cause bad breath, gum disease and decay, and a link has been suggested by the medical community between heart disease, stroke, preterm birth, and arterial aging. The toxins produced by the bacteria in plaque irritate and inflame the gums and can eat into the enamel, causing cavities. Over time, plaque that is not removed hardens and becomes tartar, which can inflame the gums and destroy the bone which marks the beginning of periodontal disease. Periodontal disease is more prevalent than the common cold, can affect the health of your entire body, and can exist with no noticeable symptoms. This disease can allow bacteria to enter the bloodstream and cause infections in organs or other parts of your body. The same bacteria found in tooth plaque has been found in the deadly fat that clogs arteries. The body then mounts an immune response that can cause the arteries to harden and narrow. On “The Dr. Oz Show,” Mehmet Oz has discussed the importance of flossing, stating that “because of its ability to decrease inflammation in your gums and subsequently in your arteries, flossing will help you keep your heart pumping and your sex life thriving — not to mention your teeth intact.” His colleague, Dr. Michael Roizen, also commented that flossing may lengthen your life by six years. Flossing also may help those who have other health concerns like diabetes or respiratory disease. Periodontal disease appears to make insulin resistance worse, which can then cause a rise in blood sugar and worsen the effects of diabetes. The inflammation and bacteria from periodontal disease can increase the risk for respiratory infections like COPD and pneumonia. continued on page 41 12
He walked into the lobby from the coin laundry inside the local extended stay hotel, with his laundry basket and detergent in tow. He was a football player in college, earned his degree and now is middle-age with a pretty wife and two daughters — the perfect AllAmerican family. For nine years, I have been introduced to many families who are struggling. Because Everyday Angels cannot help everyone, the qualifying process can be difficult at times. This young dad is like so many today. Despite his efforts to do everything right, he keeps getting knocked around by circumstances beyond his control. “I, like everyone else, have been hit hard with the economy,” he said. For many years, he owned a business that provided a great living for his young family, until the housing market changed. His thriving landscaping company could not sustain itself when new home construction ceased and landscaping services became a luxury. Consequently, he lost his home but was determined not to uproot his kids from their school and friends and moved his family into a local extended stay hotel. Temporarily, or so he thought. There was another setback when the Georgia floods came and all of his remaining assets of his business were ruined. Weeks turned into months, and then a year. After living on savings because he was having no luck in the job market, his wife became ill. “If it isn’t one thing, it’s another,” he said. As soon as things began looking up, they were hit with yet another traumatic situation to overcome. When I stopped by to meet him, he simply needed gas to drive his kids to school, get to his interviews and take his wife to her doctor appointments. Luckily, I had gas cards with me, along with gift cards for groceries and a week’s rent. He was anxiously awaiting a second interview with hopes that things could finally start looking up. Pride flew right out of the window and will never come back. “I will always take time and help others now – without even thinking about it. So many people have helped us during this tough time, there is no way to thank them all or explain how much it has meant to us,” he said. This nice man has a name but his situation is not uncommon. While gas, food and a mere week’s rent wasn’t much to give, it was the hope and encouragement that made the most difference. You don’t have to give much to touch someone. Sometimes it comes from simply understanding and taking the time to care. People come into our lives for a reason, season or a lifetime. I often think of this family and pray they are on a good track with no further setbacks. Thank you, readers, for assisting this family and many more behind the scenes. Everyday Angels is a nonprofit organization that provides short-term funding (currently up to a maximum of $500 per month) to those in need in our community. If you would like to offer assistance, please send your donations or gift cards to Everyday Angels, 2449 Towne Lake Parkway, Woodstock, GA 30189. No amount is too small. To contact us, please call (770) 615-3349 or email AAeverydayangels@ gmail.com. The organization now has a Facebook page where you can follow what they are doing.
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Readers’ Choice Awards
The Winner is . . . Restaurants
Retailers
All-Around Restaurant
Kid-Friendly Restaurant
Boutique
Hardware Store
Marlow’s Tavern
(tie) Chuck E. Cheese Willy’s Mexican Grill
Uppity’s
Home Depot
Children’s Clothing
Lunch Place
Home Improvement Store
Convenience/Gas Station
Home Depot
Panera Bread Company
Mexican Restaurant
QuikTrip
El Porton
Custom Automotive
David Douglas Diamonds and Jewelry
New Restaurant
East Cobb Automotive
Liquor Store
Drug Store
Sherlock’s
Bakery Publix Super Markets
Barbecue Place Williamson Brothers BBQ
Breakfast Place J. Christopher’s
Coffee Shop Starbucks
Dessert Place Yogli Mogli
Ethnic Restaurant Tijuana Joes
Fast Food Restaurant Chick-fil-A
Fine Dining Restaurant Aspens
Italian Restaurant Capozzi’s Pizza
Marlow’s Tavern
Oriental Restaurant Chin Chin
Pizzeria Mellow Mushroom
Seafood Restaurant
Target
Jeweler
CVS
Music Store
Electronics/Appliance Store
Ken Stanton Music
Pet Supply Store
Best Buy
PetSmart
Florist
Shoe Store
Carithers Flowers
DSW Shoe Warehouse
Marietta Fish Market
Frame Shop
Sports Bar
Michaels
Trader Joe’s
Marlow’s Tavern
Furniture Store
Sporting Goods
Woodstock Furniture Outlet
Garden Center Pike Family Nursery
Gift/Home Décor Store TJ Maxx Home Store
Specialty Foods
Dick’s Sporting Goods
Tire Shop Kauffman Tire
Toy Store Learning Express
Grocery Store Publix Super Markets
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roundAbout-East Cobb is proud to announce the winners of our annual 2011 Readers’ Choice awards. Our readers were invited to vote for their favorite businesses in a wide variety of categories. The total amount of validated ballots exceeded 1447 resulting in approximately 28,900 individual votes cast! Congratulations to all the winners!
Services Auto Repair
Dentist
Lawn Care
Pet Groomer
East Cobb Automotive
Dr. Cristi Cheek
The Weed Man
PetSmart
Car Wash
Dry Cleaners
Medical Doctor
Photographer
Simonize
Corner Cleaners
Dr. Robert J. Hirsch
Jodi Craine Photography
Carpet Cleaner
Electrician
Nail Salon
Physical Therapist
Citrus Clean
Mr. Sparky
Nail Eagle
Caterer
Financial Institution/ Bank
Optometrist
Atlanta Falcons Physical Therapy
Catering by Christina Capozzi
Chiropractor HealthQuest
C.P.A. Mobley & Company
Day Care/Preschool St. Catherine’s Episcopal Church
Day Spa Renew Day Spa
Wells Fargo
Hair Salon Intrigue Salon
Home Improvement and Repair (tie) Findlay Roofing Hubby for Hire
Insurance Agent Steven Lewis
Recreation and Entertainment Dance Studio
Gymnastics Center
Dance Stop
Peachtree Gymnastics & More
Fitness/Health Club
Movie Theater
LA Fitness
Merchants Walk Cinema
Pearle Vision
Orthodontist Dr. Shaungnessy
Painter Pro Painting
Pediatrician East Cobb Pediatrics
Pest Control Arrow Exterminators
Plumber Sundial Plumbing
Print Shop/Copy Center FedEx / Kinkos
Travel Agency AAA
Tutoring Huntington Learning Center
Veterinarian Sprayberry Animal Hospital
Residential Development Subdivision
Apartment Complex
Indian Hills Country Club
Walton at Columns Drive
Golf Course Indian Hills Country Club
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Community Calendar: March March 15
East Cobb Business Association Lunch Time: 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Location: Hollycrest Hall, 2235 Sewell Mill Road Information: www.eastcobbba.com
March 19
Walton Band Garage Sale Time: 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. Location: Walton High School Gymnasium, 1590 Bill Murdock Road Information: 250-plus family garage sale, benefitting Walton band program. Call Tony Consolo (404) 444-7671.
March 21
East Cobb Friends Wine Tasting Gala and Silent Auction Time: 7 – 9 p.m. Location: Pico Autentico, 590 Mimosa Blvd, Roswell Information: Wine tasting, appetizers and silent auction. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased from any East Cobb Friends member or All Y’alls Wine 7 Gourmet Market, next to Pico Autentico. Proceeds will benefit Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. Contact Pat Iaffaldano at patricia. iaffaldano@gmail.com.
March 22
East Cobb Business Association After Hours Time: Location: Information:
5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Red Sky, 1255 Johnson Ferry Road www.eastcobbba.com
North Cobb Business Association Golf Tournament
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The Virtual Dementia Tour™ Time: 1 – 3 p.m. (30 minute slots) Location: Mt. Bethel Community Center, 4608 Lower Roswell Road Information: Presented by Aloha to Aging, Inc. This is a personal experience for individuals who wish to better understand the world of dementia. RSVP for a slot, (678) 439-1177.
March 26
Medication Disposal Day Time: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Location: Cobb County government offices, 1150 Powder Springs Road Information: This is an opportunity for residents of Cobb to safely dispose of outdated or unused over the counter and prescription medications. Staff and law enforcement personnel will collect medications and properly dispose of them in compliance with federal law. Visit kcb. cobbcountyga.gov/meds-disposal.htm
March 26
Wii Games at the Library Time: 2 p.m. Location: East Cobb Library, 4880 Lower Roswell Road Information: Children ages 6 and older are invited to bring their Wii games to the library to play. Call (770) 509-4997.
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Husky Hustle 5K
March 24
Date: Time:
Location: Cobblestone Golf Course, Acworth Information: www.northeastcobbba.com
March 24 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Time: Location: Information:
8 a.m. Hightower Trail Middle School, 3905 Post Oak Tritt Road Funds will go towards
health/wellness and physical education programs at the school. Pre race registration is $12 for students and $15 for adults. Fees the day of the race will be $20. Visit www.cobbk12.org/ HightowerTrail to register.
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Recent Consumer Product Recalls AroundAbout — East Cobb wants to help keep you and your family safe. The following items have been recalled by their manufacturers in cooperation with the Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC). Playsets. Escalade Sports of Evansville, IN is voluntarily recalling approximately 4,600 outdoor playsets. The swing seats on the playsets can crack and break in half, causing the user to fall to the ground.
Remote Controlled Toy Tanks. Family Dollar Stores, Inc. of Charlotte, NC is voluntarily recalling approximately 67,000 remote-controlled toy tanks. The tank’s controller can overheat and melt, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Dehumidifiers. GEA Products L.P. of Louisville, KY and CEM Global LLC (Professional Series) of China, are voluntarily recalling approximately 198,000 GE and Professional Series brand dehumidifiers. A component in the dehumidifier’s compressor can short circuit, posing a fire hazard to consumers. Iron. Sunbeam Products, Inc. Boca Raton, FL is voluntarily recalling approximately 5,700 convertible clothes irons. The iron can overheat and cause a fire because of a wiring issue, posing a risk of burn injury to consumers. Toy Mobile Phones. Discovery Toys LLC of Livermore, CA is voluntarily recalling approximately 2,900 (in the United States) and 700 (in Canada) Toddler Talk toy mobile phones. The clear plastic antenna can break off, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Infant Teethers/Rattles. Sassy, Inc. of Kentwood, MI is voluntarily recalling approximately 37,000 Refreshing Rings infant teethers/ rattles. Small pieces of the plastic ball can detach as a result of children chewing on the teether/ rattle, posing an ingestion hazard. Portable Electric Heaters. Lasko Products, Inc. of West Chester, PA is voluntarily recalling approximately 107,500 portable electric heaters. An electrical connection in the base of the unit can overheat, causing it to melt and expose the electrical connection, posing a fire hazard to consumers. Swivel Chairs. Steelcase, Inc. of Grand Rapids, MI is voluntarily recalling approximately 165,000 Cachet swivel chairs. The front seat support part of the chair can crack and fail, posing a fall hazard to consumers. Infant and Toddler Footed Pajamas. The Vermont Teddy Bear Co., Inc., dba Pajamagram, of Shelburne, VT is voluntarily recalling approximately 800 Hoodie Footie™ infant and toddler footed pajamas. The metal snaps that attach the hood to pajamas can come off, posing a choking hazard to young children.
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Lifestyle
Yours, Mine and Ours . . . Tales from the Blender
Diaperpails and Pigtails
Bullying, It’s Not Just for the Playground
What Are You Making Your Child Compete with for Your Attention
by Becky M. Smith
by Jennifer Jarosick
Parents and educators go to great lengths to educate and guard children against bullying. However, if it happens to you as an adult, what do you do? It recently came to my attention that “adult bullying” is rampant in this country. Adult bullies possess a lot of the same characteristics as domestic abusers. Two people very close to me, my sister and a dear neighbor, recently have experienced adult bullying. My sister worked for a large local university for a number of years, and she experienced work place bullying over the period of two years. This type of bullying is the most common. My neighbor recently endured intimidation from a bully in the community. Oddly enough, adult bullying it is more common between women. Nationwide, it is estimated that workplace bullying affects over three million employees. Common signs of workplace bullying include purposeful undermining, intimidation and persistent unwelcomed behavior. For example, my sister stated that two weeks into her position, a colleague began sending email blasts throughout her department with criticisms of her work rather than approaching her personally. My sister spent so much time defending herself against the criticisms that it cut into her productivity, which ultimately was this person’s goal. The toll it took on my sister manifested itself physically, emotionally and psychologically, resulting in numerous trips to the hospital and emergency room. Ultimately, for the sake of her health, she left the university. Now that she no longer is bullied, she is back to her old self. Thank goodness! My neighbor recently was a victim of identity theft, which left her feeling victimized. A local news reporter gained access to the police report and requested to interview my neighbor. Being a very private person, she respectfully declined, claiming she already felt vulnerable without the added attention and publicity. This reporter was persistent with her interview requests. The reporter ultimately intimidated my neighbor by claiming if she didn’t grant her an interview, she would use her name on her local broadcast anyway. Fortunately, my neighbor she stood her ground, defying this reporter’s intimidation and didn’t back down. I was very proud of her! You don’t have to be ignored. If you or someone you know has encountered bullying in the workplace or within the community, there are resources and laws to help educate and protect you. See www.workplacebullying.org or www.lifeafterbullying.com for more information. Becky is the busy mom of a blended tribe of six kids ranging from high school, middle school,, elementary school and an active toddler. 20
The other day, I was watching my son play in the kitchen. My computer was on and I had things to take care of, but I knew all could wait. I sat and watched as he stretched out his chubby little hands and tried to catch the sunshine streaming in the windows. He was fascinated. He kept smiling and looking at me with wonder as the sunshine constantly eluded his grasp. He finally giggled and threw himself into my arms. I’m so glad that I wasn’t busy on the computer. Yes, he would have been sitting next to me, but I would have missed that moment … and that hug. We have so many distractions in addition to our busy day-today lives: TV, Facebook, texting, smart phones and more. How often have you said “in a minute” to your child while you check text messages or the mostly inane comments your friends make on Facebook…. for the fifth time that day? And as you do this, what does your child do? He or she may whine, get into trouble or sometimes even get hurt. What kind of message does it send your little ones when you tune them out for the phone? It won’t be long before they are ignoring you as they message their friends. They will have learned from the best: their parents. I recognized how some of these distractions were affecting my own child’s behavior and I didn’t like it one bit. It’s time for a change. So try putting away the phone, the computer and show your children that you will respond to their call quicker than to the buzz of a text notification. Designate a time to check recreational computer sites, you can even let your child know, “Mommy/Daddy needs 10 minutes to check a few things and then I’m all yours.” Once you’re done, focus on your children, and let them know that they are the priority in your life. Some of you may be saying, “of course my children are my priority,” but think of how they feel as they wait for you time and time again. Take advantage of the opportunities that are presented. The rewards will be in your child’s response, the memories you gain, and the closeness you feel and the love reflected in your child’s happy eyes. We have our children close for such a short time; make the most of each moment. We learn so much from each other, if you have comments on thist opic, please e-mail. Jennifer Jarosick, a former teacher and MOMS Club chapter president, is the mother to three children ages five and under. E-mail her at Jenniferjarosick@yahoo.com.
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The First Apartment
Super Tuscan’s
by Kara Kiefer
by David Heckelmoser
My son is about to complete his first year in college, and already, he’s thinking about where he is going to live next year. Along with most freshmen, he is a dorm dweller. His experience in the dorms has been quite different than mine. To me, it’s not a dorm unless you have a room with two beds, two desks attached to the wall, two little dressers and two little closets and live with someone you don’t like. You don’t have your own bathroom; you pack your stuff into a bucket and walk down the hall to the communal bathroom. If you’re lucky, a shower is available. The laundry room is at the end of the dorm wing, and if you don’t remove your clothes from the dryer in a timely manner, they will be removed for you and left on the floor. That’s dorm living.
What is a Super Tuscan? The term was applied to wines that were not made according to the rules governing Italy’s wine law in Tuscany. These wines fell into the category Vino da Tavola — or table wine, a term typically reserved for wines that fell below the highest levels of Italian quality. But Italian wine law designations were very restrictive dealing with the volume of the grapes, the percentage of the wine made from the grape, grape varieties and wine making technique, and aging requirements. Super Tuscan’s were made by wine makers who felt that staying with the Italian wine law would drag down the quality of their wines. These innovative wine makers believed that these rules hindered their ability to make top quality wine, and as such began breaking the rules; a whole new category of wine was born — the Super Tuscan’s.
Oh, how things have changed. His “dorm” is luxurious by my standards. He has his own room, his own bathroom, a full kitchen, a living room and a washer and dryer. I know what you’re thinking, and you’re right, he’s spoiled. While he has had it pretty good for his freshman year, he has decided to move off campus with a buddy into an apartment. And so the search began. If it were me, I would have researched several places and narrowed down several to visit. That would be logical. However, he and his buddy decided to do the “drive around aimlessly” approach. They managed to tour the opposite ends of the spectrum from the totally nasty to the ridiculously expensive. They did find something they both liked. All they needed was parental approval. By explaining how nice his living situation was in the dorm, makes the following a bit more understandable. The apartment they found was in a gated community. The apartments touted crown molding, garden tubs, walk-in closets and valet trash service — for a college student. “Are you kidding me?” was my only comment to my husband. Of course, the price was much more appropriate for the young professional, not the poor, young college student. So we did the only logical thing. We went back to his dorm to do some research. And low and behold, we found the middle ground between dumpy and lavish. Now, we begin the search to furnish his first apartment. And at least he now has the right idea. Thrift store! Kara Kiefer is the Editor of AroundAbout — East Cobb. She lives in southwest Cherokee with her husband Mike and sons Brandon and Garrett.
Wine growers and producers in Tuscany preferred to experiment with French varieties such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Merlot. These varieties seem to hold the greatest promise for increasing the quality of wine produced in Tuscany. The first examples of the new wine style came to market in the 70’s. The wines were named Sassicaia and Tignanello. Tignanello was a blend of Cabernet and Sangiovese, and Sassicaia was a blend of Cabernet and Cab Franc. After many years, Super Tuscan’s grew to demonstrate a quality above table wine. In 1992, the Super Tuscan’s were labeled under a new Italian wine law, which meant they fell below the strictest designations, but above table wine. Super Tuscan’s are medium to full bodied blended red wines that can be enjoyed with hearty pastas with meat sauce, grilled dishes, and a variety of meats (lamb, sausage, game, venison). Here are a few suggestions for Super Tuscan’s: l l l l
Castello Banfi Centine Toscana Podere Brancaia Tre Rosso Toscana Antinori Tenuta Guado al Tasso II Bruciato IGT Toscana Frescobaldi Remole Tuscan IGT
Tignanello, Sassicia and Ornellaia are going to be the most expensive, ranging from $80 to $180 per bottle. Until next time, cheers! David Heckelmoser is a professional member of the Society of Wine Educators, Certified Specialist of Wine CSW, Atlanta Chapter Sommelier Les Marmition.
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How Will You Celebrate Your Birthday? by Derin White “I could hardly wait for the day when I turned 90,” Betty K. said excitedly. “Imagine me — 90! It is great!” Betty has one of those energizing can-do attitudes. Surrounded by family and plenty of birthday balloons, Betty ushered in the festive day with a big smile. Her new goal? Celebrate 95 in style! “Ah, she is just a kid. By the time she reaches 95, I’ll be 102!” That is a real possibility for Ben M. whose older brother lived to be 102 and 4 months. Ben officially retired from his long-standing career just two years ago at age 95. He is a true inspiration. Jean, who recently turned 60-something, started celebrating her birthday a few years ago by giving back to others. Taking the day off, she cleans out her closet and takes gently used items to the thrift store, stops by the grocery store and buys food for her local food pantry, and then places a monetary donation to her favorite charity in an envelope and drops it in the mailbox. She says thank-you to those around her who have blessed her life during “It’s all about the the course of the past year. “It’s attitude! . . .” all about the attitude!” she quips. “I’m not sure how old I am. They say I am 98 — but how can that be? I don’t feel that old!” Ruth C. has a pioneering spirit. She gazes through photos taken by her father — a rural Georgia photographer who captured on film the essence of places like Canton, Cumming and Ellijay during the 1920s. “Being old is OK. It gives me more memories to savor.” With people who have various forms of dementia, dates on a calendar often lose their meaning. Time is marked in a different way. “We celebrate everyone’s birthday every month in our memory care community,” said Susan R., activities coordinator. Once a month, wonderful volunteers help serve cake and ice cream as everyone gathers to sing “Happy Birthday” to each other. Imagine having a birthday party every month! I think about colleagues and friends who are struggling with the fact that they are turning 40, 50, or even 60. They try to ignore their birthdays instead of embracing their new age with joy and expectation. Perhaps it is time to take a birthday lesson from our elders. How will you celebrate your birthday this year? Derin White is the Director of Market Development at Savannah Court of Marietta Assisted Living and Memory Care Community. Call (770) 977-4420 22
Allergies Explained by Dr. Mitzi Rubin Most people think of allergy symptoms as just sneezing and itchy eyes. But what they don’t realize is that the symptoms and health effects can be far worse. Most people get seasonal allergies when they are children or young adults. The prevalence of allergies is lowest in children under 5 years old and can peak in the early school years and early adulthood. People with the following identified risk factors are also likely to suffer from allergies: - Family history, such as a mom or dad with allergies, asthma or eczema - Males - Born during pollen season - Firstborn - Early introduction of formula and food - Early use of antibiotics - Maternal smoking exposure in the first year of life How do allergies develop? Most seasonal allergies are caused by pollen and mold spores. Perennial allergies (or persistent) occur year round. Most people breathe in these substances without a problem. But when a person has a seasonal allergy, his or her immune system sees that substance as harmful to the body and starts a cascade of events that leads to symptoms. Seasonal allergies are lifelong, but sometimes symptoms can get better or worse over time.
Is pollen one of the most common environmental triggers? When a patient is constantly exposed to an allergen, it can lead to persistent nasal inflammation. The result is continued and frequently more severe rhinitis symptoms with lower amounts of allergen exposure. They may have heightened sensitivity to other irritants such as smoke, pollution and perfumes. Allergies occur in association with a number of other disorders that include asthma, eczema, allergic conjunctivitis (allergy eyes) and sinusitis. It is also strongly associated with and most probably causally related to Eustachian tube dysfunction, thus leading to certain ear infections, sleep disorders and lack of smell. There is also an association with increase in migraine headaches.
What symptoms can I expect with seasonal allergies? Seasonal allergies, also called “hay fever,” consist of a group of conditions that cause sneezing, stuffy nose, runny nose, cough, postnasal drip, irritability, fatigue and itchy eyes. They can occur at various times during the year. Symptoms vary with season and/or exposure to the underlying allergen. continued on page 41
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Summer Camps Day Camps
Primrose of Sprayberry Dates: May 26-August 12 Ages: 5-12 Location: 2531 East Piedmont Road Information: Call (770) 578-4832 or visit www.primrosesprayberry.com
Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta Dates: May 23 – August 12 Ages: Rising K-8th grade Preschool camps- 6 weeks – pre-K Locations: Shirley Blumenthal Park, Dunwoody and North Metro Information: New camps include Space, Aviation Creation, Built for Speed, Mixed Martial Arts and Lego Robotics. Visit www.atlantajcc.org for fees and registration.
Arts Camps
“Stars” Performing Arts Camps Songs & Scenes in the Summer Sun Dates/Time: June 6 – 10, 9:30 a.m.– 3:30 p.m.; Age: 7th – 9th grade Dates/Time: June 20 – 24, 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., Age: 4th – 6th grade When You Wish Upon a Star. Date/Time: June 13, 9:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., Age: K – 3rd grade Location: Act3 Playhouse, 6285-R Roswell Road NE, Atlanta (behind Trader Joe’s in Sandy Springs Plaza) Information: www.Act3productions.org
Paint with Print Dates: Weekly throughout summer Ages: K – 5th grade Location: 1240 Johnson Ferry Place, Suite A-30 Information: Each week will be a different theme. Visit www.yaelswerdlow.org, call Yael Swerdlow at (678) 467-3164 or email her at yswerdlow@gmail.com
Sports Camps
Green Acres Equestrian Center’s Summer Camp Dates: Weekly (Monday – Friday) May 30 – July 29 Preschool, Tuesdays and Thursdays Ages: 6 and older; preschool 3-5 Times: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.; preschool 2:30 – 5 p.m. Location: 345 Bluebird Acres Road Cost: $300 week/ $275 siblings if registered by May 1. Preschool Camp: $75/week. Information: Register at www. greenacresonline.com or call (770) 517-5154.
Harrison Tennis Center Summer Tennis Camps Dates: Weekly starting May 31 – July 28 Ages: 4 – 17, boys and girls Location: 2653 Shallowford Road Cost: $ 25 – $ 145 Information: Contact Randy Hancock at rh10s@aol.com, visit http://prca. cobbcountyga.gov/HarrisonTennisCenter. htm or call (770) 591-3151.
Summer Sports Camps- Camp Gan Israel/Cobb Dates: Weekly May 23 – August 19 Time: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. (pre and after camp care available) Location: 4450 Lower Roswell Road Information: Visit www.cjicobb.org or call (770) 565-4412 for registration and fee information.
Not listed? Send us your Summer Camp information to be listed in our April issue Reach 21,000 homes in East Cobb! kara@aroundaboutmagazines.com Deadline is March 16.
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Omega
Achieve Success
Private Academy
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good education is the foundation of any future success. But sometimes it’s hard to ensure your child is reaching his/her full potential. The public school system struggles each year with budget cuts resulting in limitations. Classroom sizes are becoming increasingly larger, making one-on-one attention more difficult. Children who struggle and children who are above the standard can get lost in the shuffle. Many parents are turning to the private school option and for many, that option is Omega Private Academy.
The Omega Difference Small class size — Students at Omega can say goodbye to classroom size of 25 plus students. At Omega, the student-to-teacher ratio is 8:1, providing SACS (Southern Association of Colleges and Schools) accredited education to students Kindergarten through 12th grade. Students receive individualized instruction in a caring, Christian learning environment. The small group setting is perfect for the struggling student who needs more attention; It’s also ideal for the student who is not challenged at school. At Omega, students learn at their own pace in the small classroom, accentuating the individual qualities of each child. Omega provides a nurturing environment, ideal for accelerated growth. “We put our son in Omega Private Academy for one year to get caught up and be on grade level with all academics. He loved the school and teachers so much, he wants to stay at Omega for the next year. He has done so well and with the small classes and open communication with all of the faculty staff we were excited for him to stay on. We have had a great experience with Omega.” -- Omega parents
Individualized instruction — Omega customizes each student’s instructional plan based on that student’s learning style. “We understand that not everyone learns in the same way,” said Director Kathy Keeton. “Our teachers are able to pinpoint each student’s style and create a plan that fits that style.” Omega accepts the Georgia Special Needs Scholarship for students with an IEP (Individualized Education Plan) in the public school.
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“Our son attended the public school and struggled every year with his studies. He even got to the point he didn’t want to go to school. We found out about the student/teacher ratio at Omega and that he was eligible for a scholarship through the IEP program that he was in at the public school. This year has been the first year that we have seen an improvement in our son’s studies and grades. He has a one on one relationship with his teachers that has been awesome. This is the result of giving him a positive chance to succeed. We love what Omega Academy has done for our son!” — Omega parents
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Because of its family and home atmosphere, Omega is extremely selective when accepting new students. The instructors also are carefully chosen. “All our teachers are certified, relate well to the students and provide a lot of positive reinforcement,” said Kathy. Parents can expect daily communication from their child’s teacher to keep parents apprised of progress and alleviate any academic “surprises.”
Convenient school hours — Classes are held Monday – Thursday from 8:00 am – 1:30 pm, with the option to stay after for electives until 2:30 or 3:30 p.m. Fridays are reserved for independent study outside of the classroom. Student athletes particularly benefit from the flexible scheduling offered at Omega.
Community Service — Omega’s student government is very involved in the local community. Each month, the student body participates in a community service project. Whether it be beautifying our “adopted mile,” or making sandwiches to donate to MUST Ministries, our students really learn the importance of giving back to their community. In fact, Omega won first runner-up at the Better Business Bureau Torch Awards for Community Service and Customer Satisfaction.
Complete Reading Series and Orton-Gillingham Technique Omega Private Academy is proud to announce it is adopting the Orton-Gillingham technique at our school for reading, writing and spelling! This multi-sensory instruction program is designed to help students who have difficulty acquiring basic written language skills through traditional methods. Omega teachers provide multi-sensory activities for oral language development, print and phonological awareness. They are also trained to be
familiar with learning disabilities that interfere with the reading, writing and math process such as visual and auditory processing disorders, dyslexia, dysgraphia and more. Take the first step in helping your child achieve the foundation for future success by calling an education expert at Omega Private Academy today.
Omega Private Academy 2960 Shallowford Rd, Suite 308 Marietta, GA 30066
(770) 529-1717
learn@omegalearningcenter.com www.omegaprivateacademy.com
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Lassiter DECA Students Finalists in Competition Two Lassiter High School Distributive Education Clubs of America (DECA) team members recently qualified to compete in the Virtual Business Challenge Retailing Event. Allison Gilmore and Derishai Gordon-Stanton will travel to Orlando in April for a live competition using Left to right, Allison Gilmore and Derishai highly visual Gordon-Staton. simulation software to manage a business. Skills are tested in managing a business individually or as a team. Good luck!
“geeks” who decide to present a few traditional Greek tales in their own quirky way. The play will be presented at 7 p.m. each evening. For ticket information, please visit www.popetheater. org.
Promising Future for Middle School Football Player Rodrigo Blankenship may be in middle school, but his football future is extremely promising. Rodrigo began playing football at the age of 10. Now at age 14 and an eighth grade student at Dodgen Middle School, he has won several accolades and set several records. He has been named Outstanding Junior Kicker at every football camp he has attended, including Ray Guy Pro Kicker (three times), Football University-Atlanta (twice), University of Georgia Kicking camp and Top Gun Elite camp.
Tritt Announces Winner of No Bullying Poster Contest
Last season, he set the following middle school records: longest field goal, six field goals in one season, 50 kicking points, and in 2008, he made the first field goal in the state for sixth graders. In 2008 and 2010, he was named Football University All American, and was ranked number one for kickers by prokicker. com and nationalcombineseries.com for 2010. He played in the FBU All-American Bowl in January 2011. His longest field goal to date is 60 yards; longest kickoff is 65 yards and longest punt is 56 yards. Next year, he will try to make Walton High School’s varsity team as a freshman. After high school, he hopes to play football for the University of Florida. Brayden Holness, a fifth grade student at Tritt Elementary School recently was named winner of the “Paws-itively No Bullying” poster contest, part of a week of activities dedicated to the dangers of bullying and raising awareness. Congratulations!
Pope to Present Comedy Pope High School Drama Club will present “Circus Olympus” March 23 – 25. The play revolves around five Greek Mythology 28
School Calendar Changes for 2011-2012 The Cobb County School District Board of Education recently voted to change the existing school year calendar. The new schedule will be in effect with the 2011-2012 school year. School now will begin on August 15, and the last day of school will be May 25, 2012. For additional information, please visit www.cobbk12.org.
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WALTON BASKETBALL! Photos by C& W Photography
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School Information Elementary Schools Addison Elementary School 3055 Ebenezer Road, Marietta, GA 30066 (770) 578-2700 Principal: Genie Byrd Davis Elementary School 2433 Jamerson Road, Marietta, GA 30066 East Side Elementary School 3850 Roswell Road, Marietta, GA 30062 (770) 578-7200 Principal: Elizabeth Mavity Garrison Mill Elementary School 4111 Wesley Chapel Road Marietta, GA 30062 (770) 642-5600 Principal: Paula Huffman Mount Bethel Elementary School 1210 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta, GA 30068 (770) 578-7248 Principal: Joan Johnson Mountain View Elementary School 3448 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta, GA 30066 (770) 578-7265 Principal: Angela Huff Murdock Elementary School 2320 Murdock Road, Marietta, GA 30062 (770) 509-5071 Principal: Natalie Richman Rocky Mount Elementary School 2400 Rocky Mountain Road, Marietta, GA 30066 (770) 591-5050 Principal: Gail May Sedalia Park Elementary 2230 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta, 30067 (770) 509.5162 Dr. Patricia Thomas - Principal Shallowford Falls Elementary School 3529 Lassiter Road, Marietta, GA 30062 (770) 642-5610 Principal: Dr. Doreen Griffeth Timber Ridge Elementary School 5000 Timber Ridge Road, Marietta, GA 30068 (770) 642-5621 Principal: Dr. Tracie Doe Tritt Elementary School 4435 Post Oak Tritt Road, Marietta, GA 30062 (770) 642-5630 Principal: Dr. Rebecca Rutledge
Middle Schools Dickerson Middle School 855 Woodlawn Drive, Marietta, GA 30068 (770) 578-2710 Principal: Carole Brink 34
Dodgen Middle School 1725 Bill Murdock Road, Marietta, GA 30062 (770) 578-2726 Principal: Robin Lattizori East Cobb Middle School 380 Holt Road, Marietta, 30068 (770) 578-2740 Principal: David Chiprany Hightower Trail Middle School 3905 Post Oak Tritt Road, Marietta, GA 30062 (770) 578-7225 Principal: Dr. Hilda Wilkins Mabry Middle School 2700 Jims Road, Marietta, GA 30066 (770) 928-5546 Principal: Merrilee Heflin Simpson Middle School 3340 Trickum Road, Marietta, GA 30066 (770) 971-4711 Principal: Andrew Bristow
High Schools Kell High School 4770 Lee Waters Road, Marietta, GA 30066 (678) 494-7844 Principal: Trudie Donovan Lassiter High School 2601 Shallowford Road, Marietta, GA 30066 (678) 494-7863 Principal: Chris Ritchie Pope High School 3001 Hembree Road, Marietta, GA 30062 (770) 578-7900 Principal: Rick Beaulieu Sprayberry High School 2525 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta, GA 30066 (770) 578-3200 Principal: Ed Wagner Walton High School 1590 Bill Murdock Road, Marietta, GA 30062 (770) 578-3225 Principal: Judith McNeill Wheeler High School 375 Holt Road, Marietta, GA 30068 (770) 578-3266 Principal: David Chiprany
Private Schools Cobb County Christian School 545 Lorene Drive, Marietta, GA 30060 (770) 434-1320 Grades: 3 – 12 Director: Gloria Kelley
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East Cobb Christian School At East Cobb Presbyterian Church 4616 Roswell Road, Marietta, GA 30062 www.eccs.org Grades: K — 8 Principal: Teresa Staley Eastside Christian School 2450 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta, GA 30068 (770) 971-2332, www.eastsidechristianschool.com Grades: K – 8 Principal: Judy Cripps Faith Lutheran School 2111 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta, GA 30068 (770) 973-8921, www.FaithLCMS.org Grades: Pre-K – 8 Principal: Jack Hibbs Mt. Bethel Christian Academy 4385 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta, GA 30068 (770) 971-0245, www.mtbethelchristian.org Grades: K-prep – 8 Head of school: Dr. Bob Burris Lower School principal: Vivian Lovett Middle School principal: Jack Grimm North Cobb Christian School 4500 Lakeview Drive, Kennesaw GA 30066 770-975-4543, www.ncchristian.org Grades: K3 – 12. Head of the School: Todd Clingman Admission: Beth Wright Omega Private Academy 2960 Shallowford Road, Marietta, GA 30066 (770) 529-1717 Grades K – 12, Certified Teachers, SACS Accredited/GSNS Approved Director: Kathy Keeton www.Omegaprivateacademy.com Pathways Academy 4010 Canton Rd. Suite 120, Marietta, GA 30066 (770) 973-5588, www.pathwaysacademy.org Grades: 1 – 5 Director: Tina Gross Shreiner Academy 13402 Terrell Mill Road, Marietta, GA 30067 (770) 953-1340, www.shreiner.com Grades: 2K – 8 Director: Sharon Wilensky St. Joseph Catholic School 81 Lacy Street, Marietta, GA 30060 (770) 428-3328, www.stjosephschool.org Grades: K – 8 Principal: Pat Allen Woodacres Day School 1772 Johnson Ferry Road , Marietta, GA 30062 (770) 971-1880, www.wacds.com Grades: Pre-K – 8 Head of school: Judith Thigpen
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by Jennifer Hoyer
Your Local Real Estate Experts
Last week I met with a mother who was worried that her middle school daughter (we will call her Jasmine) had fantastic grades in school. “Why?” you might ask, “would someone worry about fantastic grades?” In all truthfulness, she had a very legitimate concern. “Jasmine” was devoted to schoolwork, completed every homework assignment, did every extra credit project, but did very poorly on almost every test. The As she received were due to the overwhelming amount of effort she put in, but they did not really reflect her mastery of the material. “At what point,” the mother asked, “will this approach catch up with her?” And, “When it does, won’t her grades drop?” Furthermore, “Why is she studying for these tests and not doing well?”
by Judson Adamson Spring 2011 is just around the corner and there is nothing like the “hot” spring real estate market. Buyers and sellers come out in full bloom. Glorious spring . . . a time for fresh starts and positive change. School is ending, vacation is coming, the weather is great and 60 percent of all moves in America will take place in summer. Everybody wants a deal and everyone wants to sell. Offers fly over fax machines and agents’ cell phones ring constantly. It’s a great time to get out and look at homes. The buying frenzy stays steady through most of the summer and homes generally sell for 3 percent more than the annual average during the months of May and June, but you better move fast because that’s just what other home hunters will be doing. For today’s buyer, lenders are offering low interest rates and home prices are at generational lows. We will look back on these years as an optimal home buying opportunity. If you are selling a home when values are low, then you will most likely also be purchasing when values are low — so it works out for sellers, too. Atlanta Communities Real Estate Brokerage is ready to help you handle it all. Our new name reflects our community identity and the neighborhoods we serve. With more than 20 years of service to Atlanta’s home buyers and sellers, we have established ourselves as one of the top offices in metro Atlanta. Our 200-plus real estate associates are committed to shaping what professional service should be. There are many factors that go into the successful purchase or sale of a home and our agents know how to handle every aspect of the process, keeping our clients informed every step of the way. We do so because we require the same service for ourselves, taking great satisfaction in helping people accomplish their goals. We have an eternal optimism about the future and the dream of owning a home. Atlanta Communities aims to propel our services to satisfy our clients so well that they are happy to refer us to others, trusting that as their needs are met. So when you decide to choose a Realtor®, please consider an Atlanta Communities sales associate. Your dreams and total satisfaction are our goals and we look forward to being of service to you. Judson Adamson is the President/CEO of Atlanta Communities Real Estate Brokerage. He can be reached at (770) 240-2001.
The response I hear most often is, “She is just a bad test taker.” This catch-all phrase groups together a host of people from those with clinical anxiety to those who flat out did not study for the test. Stuck in between these two extremes are two of the most common groups of students: those who study ineffectively and fail and those who study effectively and fail. These two groups make up the largest portion of “bad test takers,” yet they are not bad test takers at all. They lack the skills required to prepare properly for a test. They are, in fact, bad “test preppers.” In Jasmine’s case, she was studying properly. But further investigation of her skills revealed that while she read beautifully, she did not fully comprehend what she read; she did not read critically. She had a tendency to read for information, memorize those facts and move on to the next section. As she entered middle school, the test questions required her to apply her knowledge through questions like, “Why were the Native Americans in the southwest unsuccessful with the farming of certain crops?” While she had memorized the list of the crops grown by those tribes from her study guide, she was unable to extend those facts to see that those crops did not grow well in the southwest and could not answer the question. For Jasmine, more studying would not improve her test grade. In fact, only a more complete understanding of the reading material provided would give her a greater conceptual understanding of what she was trying to learn. For parents struggling with similar issues, I suggest a critical look at their child’s specific grade report (homework, quizzes, projects, tests) followed by a heart-to-heart talk with their child about how the child is studying and what he or she finds difficult about the process. This conversation will undoubtedly provide the information needed to make the necessary changes to create success. Jennifer and Bob Hoyer own and operate Academic Solutions. She can be reached at Jennifer@academicsolutionsga.com.
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Faith
East Cobb Area Houses of Worship Anglican The Church of Our Redeemer 2625 Canton Road (770-421-1928) Rector: Fr. James Danford www.ourredeemeracc.org
Apostolic Northside Apostolic Church 2115 Northfield Court, (770) 975-3001
Baha’i Faith Baha’i Faith of Marietta 2601 Sandy Plains Road, (770) 509-0070
Baptist Bible Baptist Church 2025 Eula Drive, NE, (770) 592-2660 Pastor: D.L. Cooper Chattahootchee Baptist Church 375 Johnson Ferry Road, (770) 977-2058 Pastor: Rick Shoup http://cbc.us.com
Liberty Hill Baptist Church 1053 Liberty Hill Road, NE, (770) 422-1406 Pastor: Amos Williams Mt. Arbor Baptist Church 2235 Morgan Road, NE, (770) 971-9339 New Life Baptist Church 4010 Canton Road, (770) 592-6880 Pastor: Roger Brink www.thenewlife.org New Providence Baptist Church 3740 Providence Road, (770) 971-3519 Pastor: Charles Whittaker www.newprovidencebc.com Piedmont Baptist Church 570 Piedmont Road, Marietta, (770) 422-2566 www.piedmontchurch.tv Sandy Plains Baptist Church 2825 Sandy Plains Road (770) 971-8525 Pastor: Dr. Alvin Southerland www.sandyplains.org
Cornerstone Baptist Church 1506 Sawyer Road, (770) 422-3579 Pastor: Carl George
Sewell Mill Baptist Church 2550 Sewell Mill Road (770) 971-3746 Pastor: David Watson www.sewellmill.org
Crossview Baptist Church 1100 Piedmont Road, (770) 973-0063 Pastor: Greg Belcher www.crossviewbaptist.org
Shady Grove Baptist Church 1654 Bells Ferry Road, (770) 428-0216
East Cobb Baptist Church 1940 Shallowford Road, (770) 928-2233 Pastor: David York Eastside Baptist Church 2450 Lower Roswell Road, (770) 971-2323 Pastor: Dr. David H. Chauncey www.ebcfamily.org Eastwood Baptist Church 1150 Allgood Road, (770) 973-9011 Pastor: Mike Hatton www.eastwoodbaptist.org Elizabeth Baptist Church 315 Kurtz Road, (770) 427-3325 Pastor: Steve Echols Galilee Baptist Church 2050 Bentley Lake Road (770) 422-6487 Holt Road Baptist Church 675 Holt Road, NE, (770) 971-3052 www.holtroadbaptist.org Johnson Ferry Baptist Church 955 Johnson Ferry Road, (770) 973-6561 Pastor: Bryant Wright www.johnsonferry.org
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Shallowford Free Will Baptist 1686 Shallowford Road, (770) 926-1163 Pastor: Len Blanchard www.shallowfordchurch.com
Catholic Holy Family Catholic Church 3401 Lower Roswell Road, (770) 973-0038 Pastor: Darragh Griffith www.holyfamilycc.org St. Ann’s Catholic Church 4905 Roswell Road, (770) 552-6400 Pastor: Tom Rielly www.st-ann.org Transfiguration Catholic Church 1815 Blackwell Road, (770) 977-1442 Pastor: Monsignor Patrick Bishop www.transfiguration.com
Christian Chestnut Ridge Christian Church 2663 Johnson Ferry Road, (770) 971-8888 Pastor: Byron Wells Northside Christian Church 3535 Shallowford Road, (770) 565-6613 Pastor: Jason Burchfield
Walking By Faith Christian 1821 Kinridge Road, (678) 560-1144
Christian and Missionary Alliance Marietta Alliance Church 1787 E. Piedmont Road, (770) 973-2189 Pastor: David Hayes www.macweb.org
Christian Science Christian Science Churches & Reading Rooms 2641 Old Sewell Road, (770) 565-7271
Church of Christ Church of Christ at East Cobb 5240 Roswell Road, (770) 587-5888 Pastor: Ray Hawkins Church of Christ-Piedmont Road 1630 Piedmont Road, (770) 971-9933 Minister: Neil Richey www.pr-coc.com Emmanuel Tabernacle Christ Church 2692 Sandy Plains Road, #A32, (770) 422-3268 Pastor: Dwight Graves
Church of God Church of God of Prophecy 3393 Canton Road, (770) 427-5923 First Church of God 592 Shannon Drive, (770) 461-1925 Mount Paran North 1700 Allgood Road, (770) 578-9081 www.mtparan.com Town Center Church of God 1040 Blackwell Road, (770) 424-4004
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints 3195 Trickum Road, NE, (770) 509-9074 Pastor: Bishop Ho Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints — Paper Mill Ward 95 Holt Road, (770) 578-8734
Community Churches Cobb Community Church at Highlands 4649 Sandy Plains Road, (770) 992-3330 Pastor: Alan Daniels www.cobbcc.com
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Shallowford Falls Community Church 3662 Shallowford Road, (770) 565-7468 Pastor: David White www.shallowfordfalls.com Vineyard Community Church 2692 Sandy Plains Road, #A25, (770) 565-1505 Pastor: Tommy Papevies
Episcopal Episcopal Church of St. Peter & St. Paul 1795 Johnson Ferry Road, (770) 977-7473 Rector: The Rev. Dr. Robert G. Certain www.peterandpaul.org Episcopal Church-Annunciation 1673 Jamerson Road, (770) 928-7916 St. Catherine’s Episcopal Church 571 Holt Road, NE, (770) 971-2839 Rev. Jim Nixon www.stcatherines.org
Greek Orthodox Holy Transfiguration Greek Orthodox Church 3431 Trickum Road, NE (770) 924-8080 Rev. Father Panayiotis Papageorgiou www.HolyTransfiguration.info
Jehovah’s Witness Jehovah’s Witness 2065 Bells Ferry Road, (770) 427-1881 Pastor: Hope Torkornoo www.watchtower.org
Jewish Chabad of East Cobb 4450 Lower Roswell Road, (770) 565-4412 Congregation Etz Chaim 1190 Indian Hills Pkwy, (770) 973-0137 Rabbis Shalom Lewis and Paul Kerbel www.etzchaim.net Temple Kol Emeth 1415 Old Canton Road, (770) 973-9205 Rabbi: Stephen Lebow www.kolemeth.net
Korean Bethany Korean Presbyterian Multi-cultural (Korean, Brazilian and American) 4644 Sandy Plains Road, (770) 643-1459 Pastor: Byeongho Choi www.bethanykorean.org Korean Covenant Presbyterian 2100 Sandy Plains Road, (770) 565-4777 Pastor: Paul Sim www.sungyahk.org Korean United Methodist Church 945 Old Canton Road, (770) 321-0020
Lutheran Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church
2240 Shallowford Road, (770) 928-7919 Pastor: John Guse www.bslc.us Faith Lutheran Church 2111 Lower Roswell Road, (770) 973-8877 Marietta, GA 30068 Pastor: Carl Schneidert www.faithLCMS.org Holy Trinity Lutheran Church 2922 Sandy Plains Road, (770) 971-4600 Pastor: Ronald Grunke www.holytrinitymarietta.org Lutheran Church of Resurrection 4814 Paper Mill Road, (770) 953-3193 Marietta, GA 30068 www.lcrmarietta.org
Methodist East Cobb United Methodist 2325 Roswell Road, (770) 971-3643 Pastor: Brian Germano www.eastcobbumc.org Mount Bethel United Methodist Church 4385 Lower Roswell Road, (770) 971-2880 www.mtbethel.org Mountain View United Methodist 2300 Jamerson Road, (770) 928-0050 Sunday Services at 8:45 and 11 a.m. Sunday School at 10 a.m. Pastor: Bill Burch www.mvumc.org Mt. Zion United Methodist Church 1770 Johnson Ferry Road (770) 971-1465 Pastor: Dr. Joe Peabody www.mtzionumc.org Powers Ferry United Methodist Church 245 Powers Ferry Road, (770) 973-5271 Pastor: Jane Nugent www.powerumc.com Sacred Tapestry UMC 3000 Johnson Ferry Road, (770) 605-5083 www.sacredtapestry.com St. Andrew United Methodist Church 3455 Canton Road, (770) 926-4961 St. Paul United Methodist Church 244 Kurtz Road, (770) 422-1089 Pastor: Dana Overton-Garrett Wesley Chapel United Methodist 4495 Sandy Plains Road, (770) 993-4919 Pastor: Jim Bocian www.wesleychapelumc.com
Non-Denominational Marietta Vineyard Church 1492 Roswell Road, (770) 977-9496 Pastor: Jeremy Graves www.mariettavineyard.org
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North Atlanta Church 2800 Johnson Ferry Road, (770) 518-0303 Overcomers World Church 2300 Shallowford Road, (770) 924-0607 Pastors: Allison and Isaac Crawford overcomerswc.org Restoration Life Church 2692 Sandy Plains Road, (770) 509-1481 Pastor: Ken Kessler www.lifeschoolinternational.org
Orthodox St. Elizabeth Orthodox Church Sunday Divine Liturgy: 10 a.m. Service at the Woodstock Funeral Home Chapel 8855 Main Street, Woodstock (Olde Towne), (770) 485-0504 Priest Frederick Watson www.stelizabethga.org
Presbyterian Christ Presbyterian Church 495 Terrell Mill Road, (770) 956-7572 Pastor: Legree Finch www.christpreschurch.org East Cobb Presbyterian 4616 Roswell Road, (770) 973-4114 Pastor: Richard Holmes www.ecpca.org Eastminster Presbyterian Church 3125 Sewell Mill Road, (770) 977-2976 Pastor: Dr. Tim Erskine www.epres.org Geneva Orthodox Presbyterian 3605 Sandy Plains Road #240-161, (404) 786-9815 Pastor: John Fesko www.genevaopc.org Hope Presbyterian Church 4101 Sandy Plains Road, (770) 971-4673 Pastor: Martin Hawley www.hopepca.org Ray-Thomas Memorial Presbyterian Church 4644 Sandy Plains Road, (770) 998-9321 Pastor: Carrie Scott www.rtmchurch.org
United Church of Christ Pilgrimage Church UCC 3755 Sandy Plains Road, (770) 971-0007 Pastor: Kimberleigh Buchanan www.pilgrimageucc.org
Unitarian Universalist Emerson Unitarian Universalist 2799 Holly Springs Road, NE, (770) 578-1533 Pastor: Rev. Jeff Jones
Unity Unity North Atlanta Church 4255 Sandy Plains Road, (678) 819-9100 Temporary Minister: Stephanie Seigh www.unitynorth.org
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Reference
Elected and Appointed Officials United States Government: President Barack Obama (D) 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue Washington, D.C. 20500 Website: www.whitehouse.gov e-mail: president@whitehouse.gov
(202) 456-1414 fax: (202) 456-2461
Senator Saxby Chambliss (R) (202) 224-3521 Senate Russell Courtyard-2 fax: (202) 224-0103 Washington, D.C. 20510 Website: www.saxby.org e-mail: Saxby_chambliss@chambliss.senate.gov Senator Johnny Isakson (R) 1 Overton Park, Suite 970 3625 Cumberland Blvd,
(202) 224-3643 GA: (770) 661-0999
Atlanta, GA 30339 Website: http://isakson.senate.gov
fax: (770) 661-0768
Rep. Tom Price (R), District 6 3730 Roswell Road Marietta, GA 30062 Website: http://tom.house.gov e-mail: tom@tomprice.com
GA: (770) 565-4990 fax: (770) 565-7570
Rep. Phil Gingrey (R), District 11 219 Roswell Street Marietta, GA 30060 Website: www.gingrey.house.gov e-mail: gingrey.ga@mail.house.gov
(202) 225-2931 GA: (770) 429-1776 fax: (770) 795-9551
State Government: Governor Nathan Deal (R) 203 State Capitol Atlanta, GA 30334
(404) 656-1776 fax: (404) 657-7332 www.gov.ga.gov.com
Senator Chip Rogers (R), District 21 chip@SenatorChipRogers.com
(404) 463-1378
Senator Judson Hill (R), District 32 judson.hill@senate.ga.gov
(770) 565-0024
Rep. Sharon Cooper (R), District 41 sharon.cooper@house.ga.gov
(770) 956-8357
Rep. Don L. Parsons (R), District 42 repdon@gmail.com
(770) 977-4426
Probate Court Chief Judge Kelli Wolk
(770) 528-1900
Juvenile Court Presiding Judge James Whitfield
(770) 528-2220
Director of Juvenile Court Services Michele Marchant-Wellmon
(770) 528-2290 fax: (770) 528-2214
Solicitor General, Barry E. Morgan
(770) 528-8500 fax: (770) 528-8578
District Attorney, Patrick H. Head cobbda@cobbcounty.org
(770) 528-3080 fax: (770) 528-3030
Cobb County Coroner Brian Frist 150 North Marietta Pkwy Marietta, GA 30060 Cobb County Board of Commissioners 100 Cherokee Street Marietta, GA 30090 www.cobbcountyga.gov
(770) 528-2200
(770) 528-3300 fax: (770) 528-2606
Commissioners: Tim Lee, Chairman tlee@cobbcounty.org
Helen Goreham, District 1 hgoreham@cobbcounty.org
(770) 528-3313
Bob Ott, District 2 bob.ott@cobbcounty.org
(770) 528-3316
JoAnn Birrell, District 3 joann.birrell@cobbcounty.org
(770)528-3317
Woody Thompson, District 4 woody.thompson@cobbcounty.org
(770) 528-3312
Cobb County Sheriff’s Office Sheriff Neil Warren 185 Roswell Street, Marietta, GA 30060 www.cobbsheriff.org
(770) 591-6240
Rep. Matt Dollar (R), District 45 matt.dollar@house.ga.gov
Board of Education Kathleen Angelucci, Post 4 kangelucci.boardmember@cobbk12.org
(404) 656-0254
David Banks, Post 5 dbanks.boardmember@cobbk12.org
Scott Sweeny, Post 6 ssweeny.boardmember@cobbk12.org
Superior Court Reuben Green
(770) 528-1800
Magistrate Court Chief Judge Frank R. Cox
(770) 528-8900
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(770) 499-4600
Cobb County School System www.cobb.k12.ga.us Superintendent, Fred Sanderson 514 Glover Street, Marietta, GA 30060 (770) 426-3453 fred.sanderson@cobbk12.org fax: (678) 594-8559
Rep. Bobby Franklin (R), District 43 bobby.franklin@house.ga.gov
County Government:
(770) 528-3300
City of Marietta:
Mayor Steve Tumlin stumlin@mariettaga.gov
(770) 794-5501
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A Basic Primer
Allergies Explained
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Guilty Plea or Nolo Contendere: If you decide to talk to the State about your charges, you will be offered the chance to plead guilty or no contest to some or all of the charges presented against you. The advantage to pleading no contest is that, in some cases, this can protect you from getting points on your license and increased insurance premiums. This is discretionary and the State does not have to let you plead no contest. In addition, the judge can decline to accept any no contest plea. It can only be used once every five years for similar charges. Speeding and failure to yield are two different charges and you can plead no contest to both inside a five-year period. Consider this decision well, because once your guilty plea is entered, the decision is final. There are some very specific exceptions, but it will be very expensive to undo. At least once a month I get a call from someone who has changed his or her mind about a guilty plea. It’s better to call an attorney before your plea, because there is almost nothing we can do after the plea is entered. Doug Rohan lives in East Cobb with his wife, Julia, and daughters Vivian and Claudia. He is a bi-lingual attorney and owner of Rohan Law, PC where he specializes in Criminal Defense and Workers’ Compensation claims. He also is a member of AroundAbout — East Cobb Community Board. You can email doug at doug@rohanlawpc.com.
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Cavities that form between teeth typically cannot be repaired without drilling through the chewing surface of the tooth and removing the wall of the tooth on the side where the cavity started. This loss of tooth structure weakens the tooth and can eventually lead to the tooth needing to be crowned or having root canal therapy. Flossing can prevent these types of cavities from forming. And a small cavity now can mean more expensive treatment later. To floss properly, take about 18 inches of floss between your index fingers, and using a sawing motion, work the floss in between two teeth. Wrap the floss around one of the teeth forming a “C” and rub up and down a few times. Then wrap the floss around the other tooth in the same contact area and again rub. Move from contact to contact, being sure to rub the floss against the backsides of the most posterior teeth as well. If you are using a good quality waxed floss, with a few days’ practice you should be able to floss the entire mouth in less than a minute. So, reduce your hygienist’s nagging at your next check-up and surprise her with your great flossing habits and healthy gums. Dr. Cristi Cheek, DMD, is the owner of Cristi Y. Cheek, D.M.D., P.C., Family and Cosmetic Dentistry. Dr. Cheek is also a member of the AroundAbout — East Cobb Community Board. You may contact her at (770) 993-3775 or visit www.cheekdental.com.
Perennial allergic rhinitis is associated with nasal symptoms that are present, by definition, for more than 2 hours a day for more than 9 months of the year. Perennial allergic rhinitis reflects allergy to indoor allergens like dust mites, cockroaches, or animal dander, although aeroallergens may cause perennial allergies in the subtropical regions that have long pollinating seasons as well as mold and dust mites.
Are there new advancements in allergy treatment?
Affected individuals have significant impacts upon their quality of life and allergies are frequently under treated. There are four general principals for management of allergies: l avoidance of allergens and triggering factors l use of appropriate medications (anti-histamines, nasal steroids, leukotriene modifiers) l evaluation of need for immunotherapy (allergy shots) l patient education and follow up Symptoms can be prevented, especially if they occur at the same time each year, by speaking with your doctor. It may be suggested that you start your medicine a week or two before that time of year. Also when pollen is heavy outdoors, you should stay inside, keep the car and house windows closed and use air conditioning instead, take a shower before bed to rinse off the pollen and wear a dust mask when outdoors. Dr. Mitzi Rubin sees patients at the WellStar Medical Group Family Medicine – Family Practice in East Cobb. The office is located at Merchants Station 3939 Roswell Rd., Suite 200, Marietta, Ga. 30062. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 770-9732272.
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East Cobb Area Clubs and Organizations Business Organizations
Cobb County WWII Veterans Meeting: 2nd Tuesday at 1 p.m. Location: Windy Hill Senior Center Contact: Bill Hill, (678) 354-7059
Contact: (770) 977-2088 www.vfwwebcom.org/ga/post2681
East Cobb AARP Meeting: 1st Thursday at 1:30 p.m. Location: East Cobb Senior Center 3332 Sandy Plains Road Contact: Martha Boyce, (678) 290-9895
Cobb County Democratic Party Committee Meeting: 2nd Saturday at 9 a.m. Location: Piccadilly Cafeteria, 536 Cobb Parkway Contact: (770) 420-7133 ccdc@cobbdemocrat.com
East Cobb Open Networking A referral network for professionals Meeting: Fridays at 7:30 a.m. Location: Capozzi’s NY Deli, 4285 Roswell Road Contact: Tim Langley, (770) 289-9711
East Cobb Civic Association Meeting: Last Wednesday at 7 p.m. Location: Government Services Center 4400 Lower Roswell Road Contact: Jill Flamm, President www.eastcobb.net
Cobb Democratic Women Meeting: 2nd Thursday at 6 p.m. Contact: Beverly McMurry, (770) 426-6916 btmcmurray@comcaStreet.net
East Cobb PowerCore Team Meeting: Thursdays at 7 a.m. Location: IHOP, 3130 Johnson Ferry Road Contact: Mitch Lovell, (404) 572-1278
East Cobb Civitans Meeting: 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 12 noon Location: Parc at Piedmont, 999 Hood Road Contact: Mary Karras, (770) 422-6485
Joy of Connecting A networking dinner for professional women Meeting: 7 p.m., call for date Contact: Betty Goodman, (770) 906-3391 Bsg1011@bellsouth.net www.thejoyofconnecting.com
East Cobb Community Friends for Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Meeting: 3rd Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. Contact: Suzanne Strickland, (770) 992-2882
The Association for Holistic Wellness Meeting: First Thursday at 7:00 p.m. Location: Meditating Mantis - Historic Roswell Contact: Chris Kell - Chris@ah-we.com East Cobb Business Association Meeting: 3rd Tuesday at 11:30 a.m. Contact: Susan Hampton, (404) 218-6216 www.eastcobbba.com
Northeast Cobb Business Association Meeting: Third Wednesday at 11:30 a.m. Location: Piedmont Church, 570 Piedmont Road Contact: crba@cantonroadba.org or (770) 423-1330 Y Business Network Y membership not required. Meeting: Every other Friday, 7:30-8:45 a.m. Location: Northeast Cobb Y, 3010 Johnson Ferry Road Contact: Rosemary Macmillan, (678) 569-9622
Charitable Organizations Aloha To Aging, Inc. Support Programs for Seniors and their families. Contact: Dawn Reed, (678) 439-1177 Animals Deserve Better, Inc. Animal rescue and adoptions Contact: Kimberly Brenowitz, (770) 402-0297 kimberlyadb@aol.com Boys and Girls Clubs Contact: (770) 427-0418 Meals on Wheels Contact: Shelia Perkins, (770) 528-5381 MUST Ministries Contact: (770) 426-7667 SafePath Children’s Advocacy Center, Inc. Contact: Elizabeth Underwood (770) 801-3465
Civic Organizations Children of the American Revolution Contact: B. Schilling, (770) 643-1010 Cobb American Association of University Women Meeting: 2nd Tuesday at 7 p.m. Contact: www.aauwcobb.org
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East Cobb Lions Club Meeting: 2nd and 4th Tuesdays at 7 p.m. Location: Eastside Baptist Church 2450 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta Contact: Susan Hampton, (404) 218-6216 East Cobb Optimist Clubs Meeting: Mondays at 7 p.m. Location: Shillings on the Square 19 N. Park Square NE, Marietta Contact: Jim David, (404) 683-0196 Kiwanis Club of East Cobb Meetings: Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Location: Scalini’s, 1205 Johnson Ferry Road Contact: Johnny Johnson, (770) 977-2026 www.eastcobbkiwanis.org
Political Organizations
Cobb Young Democrats Meeting: Wednesdays at 12 noon Contact: webmaster@ydcobb.org www.ydcobb.org East Cobb Democratic Alliance Meeting: 1st Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. Location: Spaghetti Factory, Delk Road Contact: David Lombrozo, (770) 649-8330 Cobb County Libertarian Party Meeting: 1st Thursday at 7:30 p.m. Location: Council Chamber Marietta City Hall Contact: Ted Skirvin, (770) 795-1331 www.cobblp.org Cobb County Republican Party Meeting: 1st Saturday at 8:30 a.m. Location: Williamson Bros. BBQ, Marietta Contact: (770) 421-1833, scottj@applebank.net www.cobbgop.org Cobb County Republican Women Meeting: 4th Friday at 11:30 a.m. Location: Marietta Conference Center 500 Powder Springs Street Contact: (770) 785-2522, www.ccrwc.org
Support Groups
Kiwanis Club of Marietta — Golden K Meetings: Thursdays at 10 a.m. Location: East Cobb Senior Center 3332 Sandy Plains Rd. Contact: Joe Van Horn, Sr., (770) 428-3419 gajosbarb@comcast.net
Al-Anon Meeting: Location: Contact:
League of Women Voters of Marietta-Cobb Meeting : 2nd Monday Location Various Contact: mariettacobb@lwvga.org or Elizabeth at 770 592 0625
Alzheimer’s/Dementia Support Group Meeting: 2nd Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. Location: Savannah Court, 866 Johnson Ferry Road Contact: Derin White, (770) 977-4420
Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. Johnson Ferry Baptist Church 955 Johnson Ferry Road (770) 794-2978 www.johnsonferry.org/counseling
Rotary Club of East Cobb Meeting: Wednesdays at 7 — 8 a.m. Location: Indian Hills Country Club Contact: (770) 971-2605 www.eastcobbrotary.com
Autism Support Group Meeting: 3rd Thursday at 9 a.m. or 7 p.m. Location: Mount Bethel United Methodist Church, 4385 Lower Roswell Road, Room F002 Contact: (770) 971-2880
President’s Club Toastmasters Meeting: 1st, 3rd, and 5th Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Location: East Cobb Government Services Building, 4400 Lower Roswell Road Contact: Sean Ryan, sean_ryan@comcast.net
Blended Families Support Group Meeting: 3rd Sunday at 7 p.m. Location: Mount Bethel United Methodist Church, 4385 Lower Roswell Road Contact: (770) 971-2880
VFW Post 2681 Location: 140 Powers Ferry Road
Breast Cancer Support Group Meeting: 1st and 3rd Thursdays at 7 p.m.
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Location: Contact:
St. Andrew United Methodist Church 3455 Canton Road Sandy, (770) 926-3488 sandy@thepumpkinchurch.org
Cancer Support Group Meeting: 2nd and 4th Mondays at 7 p.m. Location: Johnson Ferry Baptist Church 955 Johnson Ferry Road Contact: (770) 794-2978 www.johnsonferry.org/counseling Career Quest Ministry Meeting: Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. Location: St. Ann’s Catholic Church 4905 Roswell Road Contact: (770) 552-6400 x 6104 Codependents Anonymous Meeting: Monday and Thursdays at 7:30pm Location: Unity North Church, 4225 Sandy Plains Road (Administration Bldg upstairs) Contact: Janet D. 770-578-6368 Website: northgeorgiacoda.org Compassionate Friends support group for bereaved parents, grandparents and siblings. Contact: Kathy, (404) 429-4953, tcfmarietta.kathy@hotmail.com Erica, (404) 539-4287, erica_beltz@yahoo.com Website: www.tcfmarietta.org Dad 2 Dad, For stay-at-home dads Contact: Richard Collins, (770) 579-5445 Diabetes Support Group Contact: Wellstar, (770) 793-7828 East Cobb CHADD For parents with children who have ADHD. Contact: east-cobb@chadd.net Website: www.chadd.net/300 East Cobb Moms For stay-at-home moms Contact: www.eastcobbmoms.com Family Caregiver & Alzheimer’s Support Group Meeting: First Monday at 10:30 a.m. Location: Aloha To Aging, Inc. , Mt. Bethel Community Center, 4608 Lower Roswell Rd., Contact: (678) 439-1177 Foundation for Ensuring Access and Equity Contact: Mychal Wynn, (678) 395-5825 or (678) 620-3685 Website: www.accessandequity.org Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Meeting: 2nd and 4th Tuesdays at 7:15 p.m. Location: Transfiguration Catholic Church Blackwell Road Contact: Jeannie DeCarlo, (770) 919-9275 Grief Support Group Meeting: First Monday at 2:30 p.m. Location: Aloha To Aging, Inc. , Mt. Bethel Community Center, 4608 Lower Roswell Rd. Contact: (678) 439-1177. Grief and Loss Support Group All faiths are welcome. Meeting: 6 session format Location: Jewish Family & Career Services, 1501 Johnson Ferry Road Suite 100 Contact: Yael Stein, 770-677-9305, ystein@jfcs atlanta.org.
Job Seekers Meeting: 1st and 3rd Saturdays at 8 a.m. Location: Eastminster Presbyterian Church, 3125 Sewell Mill Road Contact: (770) 977-2976 MOMS Club of Marietta Northeast Meeting: 1st Monday at 9:30 a.m. Location: Hope Presbyterian Church 4101 Sandy Plains Road Contact: lcstokes@bellsouth.net Moms In Touch — East Side Elementary Meeting: Mondays at 10 a.m. Contact: Movita Stallworth, (770) 321-1783 Mo633@bellsouth.net Mothers and More Meeting: 2nd and 4th Tuesdays at 7 p.m. Location: Saint Catherine’s Episcopal Church, 681 Holt Road Contact: www.mmeastcobb.homestead.com Newcomers of Cobb County Meeting: 3rd Tuesday at 10 a.m. Location: John Knox Presbyterian Church, 505 Powers Ferry Road Contact: Christine, (770) 234-5068 newcomersofcobbcounty@yahoo.com Next Century Youth, Inc. Location: 791 Mimosa Boulevard, Roswell Contact: Mary Brooks Green, (678) 278-9278 Website: www.nextcenturyyouth.org Northwest Atlanta Moms of Multiples Club Meeting: 2nd Monday at 7 p.m. Location: North Metro Church on Barrett Pkwy. Contact: (678) 404-0034, www.NOWaMOM.org. Overeaters Anonymous Meeting: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 10 a.m. Location: St. Ann’s Catholic Church, 4905 Roswell Rd Contact: Betsy, (404) 226-4931, www.oa.org Parents of Prodigals (children with selfdestructive lifestyle) Meeting: 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 6:45 p.m. Location: Johnson Ferry Baptist Church 955 Johnson Ferry Road Contact: (770) 794-2978 www.johnsonferry.org/counseling Parkinson’s Disease Support Group Meeting: 2nd Sunday at 4 p.m. Location: Roswell UMC, 814 Mimosa Blvd., Bldg. A Contact: Robin Cleveland, (678) 819-3915 rcleveland@visitingangels.com Parents Without Partners Contact: Ted Perskey, (770) 973-4087 www.Pwpchapter698.org PASA (Parents of All Stages and Ages) Meeting: Fridays at 10 a.m.Free child care available Location: East Cobb UMC Lower Level Activities Building, 2325 Roswell Road Contact: Lisa Hunt (770) 984-0699 Road to Recovery Divorce Support Group Meeting: Wednesdays at 6:45 p.m. Location: Mount Bethel United Methodist Church 4385 Lower Roswell Road
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Mission House Contact: (770) 971-2880 Sexual Assault Support Group Meeting: Mondays at 7 p.m. Location: YMCA of NW GA, 48 Henderson St, Contact: Susan Roberts, (770) 427-3390 Single’s Ministry Location: Johnson Ferry Baptist Church 955 Johnson Ferry Road Contact: (770) 973-6561, www.jfbc.org Single Adult Ministry Location: Mount Bethel United Methodist Church, 4385 Lower Roswell Road Contact: (770) 971-3447, www.mtbethel.org Treasures in Heaven (miscarriage/infant death) Meeting: 4th Monday at 7 p.m. Location: Johnson Ferry Baptist Church 955 Johnson Ferry Road Contact: (770) 794-2978 www.johnsonferry.org/counseling VOICE Today survivors of child sexual abuse Meeting: 1st & 3rd Tuesday at 7 p.m. Location: Johnson Ferry Baptist Church Room 334 Contact: Tom Scales, (678) 578-4888 Website: www.voicetoday.org Widowed Helping Others Meeting: Twice each month Location: St. Ann’s Catholic Church, 4905 Roswell Rd Contact: Marguerite Williamson, (770) 977-8438
Recreation and Hobbies American Needlepoint Guild Meeting: 2nd Tuesday at 6:45 p.m. Location: Mountainview Library, 3320 Sandy Plains Road Contact: Penny Boswinkle, (770) 394-0065 Bridge Club Meeting: Mon. – Fri. 10:30 a.m., Mon. – Sat. 7:30 p.m. Location: 1089 Roswell Road Contact: (770) 973-7717 Cobb Alley Cats, people who help stray cats Contact: Sue Verner, (770) 436-6758 Cobb County Special Olympics Contact: (770) 819-3223 www.prca.cobbcoga.org Cobb County Stamp Club Meeting: 2nd Sunday at 1:30 p.m. Location: Jewish Towers, 3160 Howell Mill Rd Meeting: 4th Sunday at 1:30 p.m. Central Cobb Library, 266 Roswell St. Contact: C. Rejent, (770) 330-0790 crejent@stampsclubs.com www.stampclubs.com/cobb Dog Hikers of Georgia Meeting: Sundays at 10 a.m. Contact: Dan Batchelor, (770) 992-2362 Sope Creek Garden Club Meeting: 1st Wednesday at 10 a.m. Contact: Karin Guzy, (770) 955-1303
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Community Information Numbers & Websites Emergency — 911 • AroundAbout — East Cobb • (770) 615-3318 Cobb County Chamber of Commerce Driver’s License Health Department Post Office www.usps.com Recycling Center
(770) 980-2000 (678) 413-8400 (678) 784-2180 (800) 275-8777 (770) 528-2500
Cobb County Government: Business License Keep Cobb Beautiful Commissioners Engineering Office Traffic Signals Extension Office Jury Phone — State Court Jury Phone — Superior Court Planning and Zoning Senior Services Tax Assessors/Evaluation Taxes: License Plates/Tags Property Tax Voter Registration CCT Bus Service
(770) 528-8410 (770) 528-1135 (770) 528-1000 (770) 528-1616 (770) 528-1600 (770) 528-4070 (770) 528-2626 (770) 528-1804 (770) 528-2004 (770) 528-5355 (770) 528-3100 (770) 528-8247 (770) 528-8600 (770) 528-2581 (770) 528-8465
Children/Family:
Aloha to Aging, Inc. Family Caregiver Support www.alohatoaging.org Department of Family and Children’s Services Next Steps (Child/Adolescent) Mothers Making a Change Child and Adolescent Services Meals on Wheels MUST Ministries Child Support Enforcement YMCA of Northwest GA, Rape Crisis Center
(678) 439-1177 (770) 528-5000 (770) 514-2300 (770) 499-2422 (770) 514-2300 (770) 528-5381 (770) 427-9862 (770) 528-2410 (770) 427-3390
Clubs/Groups:
AARP Kiwanis Club Lions Club Rotary Club
(678) 290-9895 (770) 912-9632 (404) 218-6216 (770) 422-7551
(770) 528-8000
(770) 205-5400 (770) 499-3900 (770) 499-4600
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Wellstar Kennestone Hospital North Fulton Hospital Northside Hospital Atlanta
Poison Control Center Cobb Judicial Victim Assistance Domestic Violence Unit Drug Tip Public Outreach/Programs
(404) 589-4400 (770) 528-3047 (770) 499-4665 (770) 590-5520 (770) 499-4719
Libraries:
East Marietta Merchant’s Walk Gritter’s Mountain View Regional
(770) 509-2711 (770) 509-2730 (770) 528-2524 (770) 509-2725
Parks and Recreation: Main Office Aquatic Centers: Mountain View Sewell Park East Cobb Park Mount Bethel Park Sweat Mountain Park Fullers Park Harrison Park Harrison Tennis Center
YMCA
(770) 528-8800 (770) 509-4927 (770) 509-2741 (770) 591-3160 (770) 509-2748 (770) 591-3160 (770) 509-2737 (770) 591-3150 (770) 591-3151
(770) 977-5991
Pets:
Animal Control Animal Shelter and Pet Adoptions Cobb County Humane Society Emergency Veterinary Clinic Cobb County Animal Control Good Mews Animal Foundation
(770) 499-4136 (770) 499-4136 (770) 428-5678 (770) 424-9157 (770) 499-4136 (770) 499-CATS
Schools: Board of Education www.cobbk12.org
(770) 426-3300
Utilities:
Public Service: Fire Departments: 2905 Library Lane 4431 Trickum Road 3892 Oak Lane Georgia State Patrol Non-Emergency 911 Sheriff’s Department www.cobbsheriff.org
Hotlines — 24 Hour Help Lines:
(770) 793-5000 (770) 751-2500 (404) 851-8000
AT&T Residential Phone Service www.att.com AT&T Broadband/Comcast www.comcast.com Atlanta Gas Light Co. www.aglc.com Cobb County Water System water.cobbcountyga.gov Water Emergency Cobb EMC www.cobbemc.com Georgia Power www.georgiapower.com
(888) 757-6500 (404) 266-2278 (770) 907-4231 (770) 423-1000 (770) 419-6201 (770) 429-2100 (888) 660-5890
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