Around Acworth

Letter From the Editor

As I sit down to write this letter and reflect on all the features, articles and event listings in this issue, the famous quote from “Anne of Green Gables” keeps coming to mind.

“I’m so glad I live in a world where there are Octobers.” – L.M. Montgomery, “Anne of Green Gables”

October has always been one of my favorite months. The weather begins to cool off, if only for a day or two, which marks the best time of year for fashion, as far as I’m concerned. I love sweaters, hats, scarves and all things cozy. Yes, that’s right, legging and hoodie season is here! Some of us haven’t gotten out of our leggings since the pandemic began in March 2020, but that’s neither here nor there. It is possible to plan a Halloween costume around a pair of leggings, in case anyone is wondering; thank you, Pinterest!

I know some of you have a hard time focusing on pumpkins when you still have sweat dripping down your back every time you step outside, but at least the mornings are starting to feel cool and crisp, right? Another perk of the month is my birthday and my husband’s. Although, the older I get the less exciting my birthday becomes.

If you’re still not convinced how wonderful October is, flip to Page 16 to see all the fun and fall activities this glorious month has to offer. Speaking of fall, our Growing Gardeners column has good news for those of you already dreading leaf cleanup this year (Page 40). October also is national fire prevention month, so we’ve prepared a list of ways to keep your home safe from fire, found on Page 22.

Kindness Challenge of the Month

Thank an Essential Worker. Show your appreciation for your mail carrier and/ or garbage pick-up employees, and first responders, with a note and a treat.

Katie Beall

Katie Beall is managing editor and title editor of Around Acworth. Send your comments or questions to Katie@AroundaboutMagazines.com.

What’s Happening

Acworth Farmers Market closes for the season Oct. 29. The market is open 8 a.m.-noon Fridays at Logan Farm Park, 4405 Cherokee St. Customers can choose from a wide variety of garden-ripe Georgia grown vegetables, eggs, cheese, bedding plants, fresh baked bread, pies, cakes, honey and jams. For information, call 770-917-1234. What’s Coming

A groundbreaking ceremony for the Acworth Community Garden is scheduled for 5 p.m. Oct. 21. The garden will be located on School Street next to Durr Field. The garden’s mission is to create an operationally and fiscally sustainable garden in downtown Acworth that will provide opportunities for the community to engage in volunteer activities to support seniors who are experiencing food insecurity. For more information, call Acworth Parks, Recreation and Community Resource Department at 770-917-1234 or follow @acworthcommunitygarden on Facebook and Instagram. Noteworthy

Last month, Acworth’s Parks, Recreation and Community Resource Department hosted the first Active Adult Luncheon, since the monthly event was put on hold in March 2020 due to the pandemic. The event was held in the Tanyard Creek Overlook banquet hall inside the Acworth Community Center. The next luncheon will be Oct. 20. For more information, call 770-917-1234.

Ribbon Cuttings

Caribbean Soul Bar & Grill

l3365 Acworth Oaks Drive, Suite 1 678-909-2058. www.caribbeansoulbar.com.

Stretch Zone

3450 Cobb Parkway, Suite 190 770-485-7508. www.stretchzone.com/locations/acworth.

Optimum Physical Therapy — 11:30 a.m. Sept. 29

3423 Old Highway 41, Suite 630 678-401-2793 (Photo not available at press time.)

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