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Art House Happenings

www.acworthartsalliance.org.

Through Feb. 15

Open submissions will be accepted for the “Inspired … A Moment in Time” exhibit, running March 4-April 15. Artist receptions are planned for 4-7 p.m. March 4 and April 1.

Through Feb. 24

The “Member Artist Exhibit” will feature works by Acworth Arts Alliance member artists. An artist reception will be held 4-7 p.m. Feb. 4.

Ongoing

Register for winter classes and workshops offered by the Acworth Arts Alliance. Classes and workshops for kids and adults take place at the Art House in downtown Acworth. acworthartsalliance.org/classes

March

February

Ongoing

Jacob’s Ladder at First Baptist Church of Acworth is accepting registration for the 2023-24 school year until all spots are filled. Jacob’s Ladder is a ministry that offers a Christian-based curriculum for students ages 12 months through 4 years, 9:15 a.m.-1:15 p.m. Mondays-Fridays. Printable registration information available at www.fbcacworth.com. 770-974-3021, jl@ fbcacworth.com

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Special Olympics Georgia will host the 14th annual Polar Plunge , 9:45 a.m.-1 p.m., at Cauble Park in Acworth. The Polar Plunge is one of the organization’s “coolest” and largest fundraising events. Proceeds will go to help provide 26,620 Special Olympics athletes with free year-round sports training. polarplungega.org

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Author Wanda Morris will present a talk on her debut thriller, “All Her Little Secrets,” at 1:30 p.m. at the North Cobb Regional Library. The Atlanta attorney has made several national best-of lists for her first novel and its prequel follow-up, “Anywhere You Run.”

A Showtime series adaptation of “All Her Little Secrets” is in the works (https://bit. ly/3COPZ1S).

23 https://georgiafoodandwinefestival.com

The Georgia Food + Wine Festival is back at Jim R. Miller Park in Marietta. Celebrate the best of Georgia and the South, from its culinary superstars and beverage experts to farmers, artisans, live musicians and more.

25 Bethel Shreds, a document-shredding fundraiser sponsored by Bethel AME Church Acworth, will be 10 a.m.-2 p.m. in the upper area of the parking lot at Logan Farm Park, 4405 Cherokee St., Acworth.

Parks And Recreation

4361 Cherokee St., Acworth 770-917-1234 // acworthparksandrecreation.org

March 18

Community CPR/AED/first-aid course, 8 a.m.-1 p.m., Acworth Community Center. Learn to save a life with a two-year certification from the American Red Cross adult and pediatric CPR/automated external defibrillator/first-aid course. $80 per person, ages 14 and older.

Acworth Adult Winter Basketball League

Competitive and recreational divisions run simultaneously every week, with a single-elimination tournament to finish the season. Sundays, Feb. 5-March 23 (no games Feb. 12), noon-7 p.m. Tournament semifinals March 22 and tournament finals March 23.

The League at Logan: Adult Grass Volleyball

Coed fours (two males, two females, ages 18 and older) will compete Wednesday evenings for eight weeks (March-May), with an additional two weeks of playoffs, at Logan Farm Park. $200 per team or $50 for individual free agents.

Acworth Adult Spring Flag Football League

Game play is 7 on 7, and teams can have up to 17 players. Tuesdays at 6:30, 7:30 and 8:30 p.m., beginning March 15 at the Acworth Sports Complex. A single-elimination tournament will be held May 23 and May 25. Free Agent Day is Feb. 28 at 6 p.m. at the complex. Fees are $500 per team or $50 per free agent. Registration deadline is March 9.

Youth Programs

Feb. 20-24

Art Explosion Winter Break Camp. This camp runs 9 a.m.-4 p.m. each day and offers ages 6-13 a chance to learn different art styles, such as fabrics and dyes, watercolors, paper making, paint and clay, as well as go on an art-themed field trip. The cost is $125 for city of Acworth residents and $150 for nonresidents. www.acworthparksandrecreation.org.

Tuesdays and Thursdays

BSD Taekwondo. This class is designed to teach ages 6 and older to have balance, hand-eye coordination and self-control, using traditional taekwondo exercises. 3-4 p.m., at the Acworth Community Center. Monthly sessions are available.

Saturdays

Special Warriors Taekwondo. In this class, young community members with special needs will learn focus, balance, hand-eye coordination and effective self-defense. Classes meet monthly, 10-10:30 a.m., at the Acworth Community Center.

Little Dragons Taekwondo. Children, ages 4-7, can learn balance, hand-eye coordination and self-control, 10:45-11:15 a.m., at the Acworth Community Center. Monthly sessions are available. Parents are welcome to take the class with their children, but it is not required.

Community Classes

Tuesdays

Line dancing. Learn to line dance with knowledge, technique and style while staying fit. Intermediate classes, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; beginner classes, 1-2:30 p.m.; and evening classes, 6:30-8 p.m., meet in monthly sessions.

Tuesdays and Thursdays

Zumba. This fitness program features exotic rhythms, such as salsa, merengue, cumbia, samba and more. All fitness and skill levels are welcome. Meets 6:30-7:30 p.m. at the Acworth Community Center. Monthly and drop-in rates available.

Wednesdays

Bend & Breathe Meditation Yin Yoga. This yoga class targets the deep connective tissues, such as fascia, ligaments and joints, as well as bones. It’s slower and more meditative. 8:15-9 a.m., Acworth Community Center. Monthly and drop-in rates are available.

Build Yoga. Join a very dynamic class, using yoga postures, plyometrics, hand weights and calisthenics to build strength, flexibility, balance and endurance, 9:05-9:50 a.m. Monthly and drop-in rates available.

Wednesdays and Thursdays

Pickleball lessons. Times are available Wednesday and Thursday mornings at the Acworth Community Center. All experience levels are welcome.

Saturdays

BSD Taekwondo. This is a traditional taekwondo class for adults, 8:45-9:45 a.m., at the Acworth Community Center. Students will learn balance, focus, self-control and how to increase their confidence. Traditional skills are designed to promote health, lower stress levels and develop the whole body, without the use of weapons.

Therapeutic Programs

Designed for individuals ages 13 and older with physical, mental, emotional or social limitations. Cost $5 for each class.

Feb. 14: Valentine’s Day Minute to Win It. Celebrate Valentine’s Day by playing games that will keep participants active, 10:30 a.m. And there are prizes!

Feb. 17, March 21:

Creative Corner. Create art projects that explore your creativity and artistic side, 10:30 a.m.

Feb. 21:

Family Feud. Enjoy a friendly competition where fast thinking is a must, 10:30 a.m.

March 14:

Bee Social. Take advantage of planned excursions to experience the area in a way you didn’t think was possible, 10:30 a.m.

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