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The Acworth Cultural Arts’ local garden and art tour will feature four spring gardens.

MAY

03 Aloha to Aging’s spring session for HeART Strings is a dementia-based eight-week music and art exploration program, 11 a.m.-noon Tuesdays through May 24. Space is limited, and pre-assessments are required. Cost is $50. For more information, email info@alohatoaging.org, or visit www.alohatoaging.org.

06 The 12th annual Smoke on the Lake BBQ Festival, presented by Superior Plumbing, is May 6-7 from 5-10 p.m. Friday and 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday at Logan Farm Park in Acworth. This free, two-day event features the Lord of the Wings competition, an under-the-stars concert by Creedence Clearwater Revival tribute band Georgia Players Guild Friday night, a kids zone, a beer garden and Saturday’s People’s Choice barbecue taster. For information, visit www.smokeonthelake.org. 09 Kennesaw State Athletics and the Owls Fund will present the 28th annual Dot Martin Scholarship Golf Classic, starting at 8 a.m. at Governors Towne Club in Acworth. https://ksuowls.com/ sports/2013/2/8/GEN_0208135419.aspx.

13 The We Care Veterans Resource Fair is scheduled for May 13-14 from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at the Cobb County Civic Center in Marietta. The one-stop source for solutions to veterans benefits and assistance is free to all veterans. More than 75 agencies will be on-site. www.wecarevetfair.com.

14 Acworth Cultural Arts presents a local garden and art tour featuring four Acworth spring gardens, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. There will be artists painting in the garden of Cedar Plantation and music in the other three, and the owner-gardeners will give tips on the magic of gardening. Tickets are $30 at www.acworthculturalarts.org. 17 The Georgia National Guard is hosting the annual Retiree Appreciation Day at the Clay National Guard Center in Marietta to honor the service of former soldiers and their families, provide updates from National Guard leadership and give veterans a chance to reconnect with their military family. For information, contact Capt. Jason Goza at Jason.g.goza.mil@army.mil or 678-569-5405. 21 The eighth annual Kettle Krush 5K Run/Walk, sponsored by the Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary, starts at 8 a.m. in the Marietta Square. https://salvationarmyatlanta.org/ kettle-krush-5k-info-page.

The Acworth Dragon Boat Festival, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at Dallas Landing Park, benefits Loving Arms Cancer Outreach. Colorful 40-foot-long boats with the head and tail of a dragon and filled with 20 paddlers, a drummer and a steers person will be competing in a high-energy race. For information, visit www.acworthdragonboatfest.com.

28 The Acworth Memorial Day Ceremony, 10 a.m. in Cauble Park at Patriots Point, will honor those who gave their lives in service to our country. Engraved pavers dedicated to armed forces personnel that have been purchased since last Veterans Day will be presented. For information, visit www.acworthparksandrec.org.

Parks and Recreation

4361 Cherokee St., Acworth // 770-917-1234 acworthparksandrecreation.org. May 11

Horizon Pop-Up Soccer Game, 1 p.m. on the Horizon Field. Games will not be played if inclement weather. All athletes must register to participate, and those needing assistance must bring their own buddy. May 20

Red Flag Women’s Self-Defense Workshop, 6-7:30 p.m., at the Acworth Community Center, will teach participants useful self-defense moves based on martial art techniques. Since this is not a sit-and-talk class, wear comfortable clothing. May 21

American Red Cross CPR/First Aid/AED Certification, 8 a.m.-1 p.m., at the Acworth Community Center, will teach lifesaving skills through hands-on training and demonstrations. Certification is through the American Red Cross and is valid for two years. 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. Wednesdays

Bend & Breathe Meditation Yin Yoga. This yoga class targets the deep connective tissues, such as fascia, ligaments, joints and bones. It’s slower and more meditative. 8:15-9 a.m. 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. 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 grow their confidence. Traditional skills are designed to promote health, lower stress levels and develop the whole body, without the use of weapons. Youth Programs Tuesdays Beginner Baton Twirling. Using rudimental movements, students will learn twirling and dance moves with musical routines, 6:30-7 p.m., on fair-weather days between April 12-May 17 at Logan Farm Park. 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.

GENERAL

Art House Happenings

www.acworthartsalliance.org. Through May 14

“High School Exhibit” is a display of artwork from students at North Cobb Christian School and North Cobb and Allatoona high schools. Through May 15

Submissions for the “Local Inspirations” exhibit will be accepted. The exhibition runs June 4-July 30, with artist receptions 4-7 p.m. June 4 and 4-7 p.m. July 9.

Marietta History Center

On Doing History presentations begin at 2 p.m. www.mariettahistory.org.

June 11: Historic Preservation with Stephanie Cherry-Farmer

Aug. 13: Cemetery Preservation with Christa McCay

Oct. 1: Historic Architecture with Marietta Monaghan

Master Gardeners

cobbmastergardeners.com. May 14

The 19th annual Master Gardener Garden Tour of West Cobb, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., visits five gardens owned or managed by Cobb County Master Gardeners. Tickets are $15 in advance or $20 on the day of the tour. Children ages 17 and younger are admitted free. Purchase tickets on the website.