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My 19-month-old had a well check with her pediatrician for Around Acworth and Around Oct. 12, and, as I was driving to drop her off at daycare after the Kennesaw. She’s from Birmingham, appointment, that’s when I saw it – the first house decorated Alabama, but has lived in Kennesaw for Christmas this year. A wreath hung on each window of the longer than her home state. Kim, and white farmhouse, while twinkle lights lined the roof. I love her husband, Tim, have two children holiday decorations as much as the next person, but Thanksgiving – a daughter, who is married, and a son, who is a freshman exists people! at Kennesaw State University. Kim enjoys serving at Burnt
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Personally, Thanksgiving marks the start of the Christmas Hickory Baptist Church, is active in numerous business season and decorating in my house. When Santa rolls through associations and chambers, and loves to participate in at the end of the parade, that’s when the trees (yes, plural) come community events. She has a master’s degree in education down from the attic, along with from the University of Alabama at Birmingham and the rest of the decorations, and was the principal at First Baptist Christian School in I dust off the holiday mugs for Kennesaw for six years. my morning coffee to prove to my husband the Christmas china What’s Coming Maddie Beth and Parker Grace. collection isn’t a waste of space. Some of you are already singing carols and your family’s gingerbread house competition is days before the turkey and dressing are served. No matter when the holiday decorating starts in your house, we can all agree Oct. 12 is just too dang early! Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority and the City of Kennesaw Art and Culture Commission are seeking artists and vendors for the inaugural Kennesaw Holiday Market, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Dec. 4. Merchandise should be handmade/crafted, locally produced and suitable for holiday gifts. No commercially produced items or direct sales items will be accepted. To apply, visit https://forms.gle/ktj86YLKWfV1zMj3A. For seasonally appropriate tips and recipes, don’t miss Jaime Stone’s article on Page 18. Noteworthy Her pie hack will help you save time, and, hopefully, make your The Home Depot, at 449 Roberts Court N.W., donated Thanksgiving baking less stressful. With the holiday season right pumpkins and wheat straw bales for the Truck or Treat around the corner, many of our neighbors need a little extra help. event last month hosted by Kennesaw Parks & Recreation. If you’re interested in lending a helping hand, we’ve compiled a The items were used to help decorate and set up photo ops list (Page 16) of ways you can help local nonprofits serve those for attendees. Thank you for your donation! families this season.
As Thanksgiving approaches, let’s all take time to reflect on Kudos our many blessings. I’m thankful for organizations and leaders in our community that make a difference, such as helping veterans through fishing (Page 20) and bringing joy to those with special needs (Page 42). Veterans Day is Nov. 11, so make a point to thank a veteran for their service. For a complete list of the events and organizations that serve veterans, turn to Page 22. Speaking of turkeys, I’m especially thankful for the bond between these two nuggets. They seem to really love each other, at least for now. And, even though she’s in the 91st percentile for weight, the pediatrician said Maddie Beth is “perfect.” Big sister will be sure to slip her some extra cranberry sauce. Happy Thanksgiving everyone! Last month, the Cobb Chamber recognized public safety personnel throughout all Cobb communities during its annual Public Safety Appreciation Week. Congratulations to Kennesaw Police Department’s Detective Daniel Wood, who was named the 2021 Public Safety Employee of the Katie Beall Year. He was recognized for his actions during a multi-vehicle accident on the interstate earlier Katie Beall is managing editor of Aroundabout Local this year, as well as his Media. Send your comments or questions to Katie@AroundaboutMagazines.com. dedication to work cases that target children.
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