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Message from the Mayor Community News 5K Races In The Area Save the Acworth Depot Honoring Our Veterans North Cobb High School Parade Taste of Acworth There’s No Place Like Acworth Acworth Business Association

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Dogwood Forest of Acworth is a brand new community that is paving the way with an inspired approach to memory care.

Find out how one resident’s life and health have dramatically turned around.

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Dogwood Forest Assisted Living Community Tiny Tots Learning Center From the Chief’s Desk Crowns Can Resolve A Variety of Dental Problems Milk It For All It’s Worth Acworth Women’s Center American Legion Post 304 Something “Fishy” About Your Eyes Whiplash

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Faith 54 Gratitude Speaks 55 Seasons

Contributors Rick Caffey, Cherish Carr, Crystal Carr, Don Kyle, Kaci Pollack, Kristy Alcala, Michelle Berryman, Jeff Chase, Ron Asby, J.R. Lee, Jaime Mullinax, Dr. Julie Poteet, Joan Boyer, Mychal Lewis, Hanna Pintozzi, Lauren Ham, Dr. Scott Harden, Kim Watt, Tiffany Hughes, Dr. Craig Gruber, Marian Jordan, Jay White, Jeff Glover, Brandon Douglas, Grady Clark, James Albright, Chief Wayne Dennard and Mayor Tommy Allgood 2

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Volume 10, Issue 3

Acworth, Georgia

Message from the Mayor Fall is officially here! The cooler temperatures and the changing of the leaves ring in the season of giving. We are so grateful to have so many special organizations ramping up to help fellow community members. Many of these non-profits, local businesses, and churches intend to give a lot more than they receive this year. These groups fill critical gaps formed in our community. Many of these groups need your help through your time, talents, and treasures. In fact, there is a long list of these organizations in the back of this publication for you to contact. Get involved in this season of giving!

Speaking of giving, we would like to send out a huge thank you to the leadership of the Acworth Business Association (ABA), JRM Management, and our City team for their efforts in pulling off another incredible Taste of Acworth. The rain held off and the crowds were great!

More than 18,000 people attended the event. The ABA will be able to give back more than $20,000 a year to our community through proceeds from the event. Way to go team! For more information on joining the ABA, visit www.AcworthBusiness.org.

As the holiday season approaches, make sure that you think Acworth first when it comes time to do your shopping. We have everything you need, right here in our community!

We have all the national retailers on Highway 41, but our most significant advantage over other communities is the unique family owned boutiques right in our Historic Downtown. While you’re out shopping, take advantage of our many family owned restaurants for lunch or dinner!

We assure you that no one does the holidays better than Acworth!

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We are excited about several events we have coming up as well. We will host our first annual Acworth Craft Beer Festival on Saturday, November 8. Tickets are $35 each if purchased in advance or $45 the day of the event.

The festival will take place on Senator Russell Avenue in Historic Downtown. November also features the Acworth Turkey Chase 5K, our community’s largest road race, on Saturday, November 22. Then, we’ll wrap up the event season with Santa’s Arrival in Downtown Acworth on Friday, December 5.

In terms of project updates, on October 8, we officially cut the ribbon on our new state-of-the-art Police Headquarters. On the road construction front, the Mars Hill Road Intersection improvements are complete and moving everyone through the intersection more quickly.

The Nance Road Bridge project continues to progress and we are excited to await its completion in early 2015.

We are extremely proud to announce that our Parks, Recreation, and Community Resource Department continues to be recognized as one of the best in the State of Georgia. The Georgia Recreation and Parks Association’s Fifth District recently named the Department as its top agency for 2014 at its annual awards banquet at Red Top Mountain State Park. Clem Freeman, the Department’s Parks Foreman over buildings and parks, was named the Facilities and Grounds Distinguished Professional of the Year for Northwest Georgia. The Department also received the Innovative Program of the Year Award for the Mother/Son Campout Event held this past September.

As always, for more information on any of these projects, events and programs you can visit www.Acworth.org, sign up for our e-news blasts on our home page, “like” the Acworth Parks, Recreation and Community Resource Department on Facebook, or follow us on Twitter at @ aprd.

Until next time! Make it Count, Tommy

“Finally Free from Arthritis Pain Without Drugs and Harmful Side Effects” Living with arthritis pain can affect every part of your life.

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It would be nice to get out of bed – just one morning – without pain.

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There’s a time to use pain medications, BUT not before seeking a natural way to correct the CAUSE of the problem! Ask yourself … after taking all these pain medications…maybe for years…are you any better off?

My name is Dr. Amy Valente owner of North Cobb Spine and Nerve Institute. Over the past seven years since we’ve opened the doors, I’ve seen hundreds of people come in suffering with arthritis and leave the office pain free.

I’ve made it my mission in practice to help those suffering with chronic pain like you.

“I only wished I had found you sooner” I hear this too often, so I decided to do something about it and run this ad. Just call before Nov. 15th and you’ll get my “Arthritis Evaluation” for only $20.

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• A thorough analysis of your exam and x-ray findings so I can show you how to fix the problem.

I’ll answer all your questions about chiropractic and arthritis pain.

The appointment will not take long at all and you won’t be sitting in a waiting room all day either.

To take me up on this special offer, you must call before Nov. 15th.

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Pain Is Not Just ‘Old Age’

Listen to what someone else has to say about it…..

Have you had one doctor after another telling you this is just the natural process of the body getting older - that you should expect to have arthritis.

Sure, if you don’t take care of your damaged joints now, as you get older they will be worse (which is why you shouldn’t wait any longer to see if I can help you.)

I sought out care at North Cobb Spine and Nerve for the pain and stiffness in my Knees.

The pain had been bothering me for about 4 months. Making day to day life hard. Before seeking treatment I had tried pain medicines and anti-inflammatory medications. Since starting my care I have improved 100%. The pain in my knees is gone and I am now able to walk with no pain. The staff here has treated me great and always show genuine concern about my well -being.

Thank you, Martha Wann- Teacher

However, old age is not the cause of your arthritis.

I’ll venture to say all 360 joints in your body are the same age, yet arthritis and joint degeneration has not affected every one of them – only your previously injured joints that never healed properly.

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I came to North Cobb Spine and Nerve Institute with terrible knee pain. Since being treated here, I no longer have pain in my knee. I can now climb up and down the stairs without feeling pain. I can get on with my busy life with far less pain and stiffness!

Thanks, Donna Adams With my “Arthritis Evaluation”, we can find the problem and then correct it. Think of how you could feel in just a few short weeks. See and feel your life change for the better. Start your body on the way to pain-free, normal living. Feel tight joints rest, relax, free up. Feel muscles tied in knots become more supple. Feel strength in your muscles increase.

As you begin to see motion returning to your joints, you’re preventing and reducing chances of disability and a crippling future. You’re playing golf again -- hitting longer drives, smoother putts, and lower scores…without pain.

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Healthy, pain-free living should be yours.

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We can get started with your consultation, exam and x-rays as soon as there’s an opening in the schedule. North Cobb Spine and Nerve Institute is located at 3451 Cobb Pkwy. Suite 4 in Acworth. (On the corner of Mars Hill Rd. and Cobb Pkwy) I look forward to helping you get rid of your pain so you can start living a healthier, more joyful life.

Sincerely, Dr. Amy Valente, D.C. P.S. The only real question to ask you is this…

Life’s too short to live in pain like this. Call us today and soon I’ll be giving you the green light to have fun again!

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Bridal Party Shop Ribbon Cutting

On Friday, September 26, the City of Acworth hosted a ribbon cutting for the Bridal Party Shop located at 4929 North Main Street. Mayor Pro Tem Tim Houston congratulated Wanda Feliz, owner, on her new Acworth business. Bridal Party Shop is a small, trendy and chic bridal studio in historic downtown Acworth. The concept is providing a one stop shop for the bride and her bridal party. During a visit to Bridal Party Shop, the bride and her guests will relax and enjoy a memorable, personal and fun shopping environment. They provide brides and her bridal party high quality dresses and accessories at affordable prices. For more information, please visit their website at www.

BridalPShop.com or call (678) 570-3101.

Walton Development Ground Breaking

On Thursday, October 9, Mayor Allegood along with other City Officials celebrated the ground breaking of the new Walton at Legacy Park. The City of Acworth along with representatives from the Marietta Housing Authority and Walton Development shared in this special occasion which occured on School Street.

This ground breaking is the second such development that the City has partnered with the Marietta Housing Authority and Walton on for Senior Apartments. The new development will be have 100 units and will have similar amenities as their facility off Carruth Street (Walton at Overlook).

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New Police Department Ribbon Cutting

On Wednesday, October 8, the Acworth Police Department hosted a ribbon cutting and open house for the new department headquarters located at 4440 Acworth Industrial Drive. The new state of the art building was designed by the architectural firm of Croft & Associates. A team made up of a cross section of police department staff worked as consultants during the design phase. Hodges & Hicks General Contractors completed the construction, and funding for the new headquarters was secured through the Cobb County 2011 Local Option Sales Tax. The new facility of more than 23,000 square feet was constructed on the site immediately to the east of the previous facility and includes a community/training room, fitness facility, kennel space for the K9 officers, and plenty of room for the department to continue to grow.

The ribbon cutting was attended by public officials from the local, state and federal levels. Public safety officers from all over the state came out to help celebrate as well. NorthStar Church and Summit Baptist Church worked together as ceremony sponsor partners, and the Acworth Police Department’s 2014 Citizens’ Police Academy served as open house ambassadors guiding guests as they toured through the building. It was an incredible evening, the highlight of which was the huge attendance of citizens from the community. The building was open to tour from 3 – 8 p.m. and it was a full house the entire time! The City is very proud of their police department and so grateful to the citizens of Acworth for voting for the SPLOST and making this new headquarters possible.

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Jiu-Jitsu Great Master Carlos Gracie was and is to “create fighters and men of character.” It is important that students keep the focus and move forward, a task that still demands involvement from the body, as well as lots of concentration. For more information, visit www.GBWestCobb.com or call (678) 910-5778.

Dogwood Forest Ribbon Cutting

On Friday, October 10, the City of Acworth hosted a ribbon cutting for Anchor Realty Partners located at 4989 North Main Street in the McEver House. Mayor Tommy Allegood congratulated Malinda Howe-Broker, Suzi Riedling-Associate Broker, Carol Allegood-Realtor and Rick Howe on their new Acworth location. Anchor Realty Partner agents are local residents and have a thorough working knowledge of the historic northwest Georgia cities of Acworth, Kennesaw, Marietta, Woodstock and Cartersville and their competitive market conditions. As a small, independently owned and operated “boutique” agency, they are able to give all of their clients focused attention and a personalized agency experience. They are a full service, real estate brokerage firm, here to help you with all of your real estate needs with over 50 years combined experience. For more information, please visit www.AnchorRealtyPartners.net or call (404) 444-0225.

Gracie Barra West Cobb Martial Arts School Ribbon Cutting

On Thursday, October 16, the City of Acworth hosted a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Dogwood Forest located at 4461 South Main Street. Mayor Tommy Allegood congratulated Nicolle Williams, Executive Director of Dogwood, and the Trinity Lifestyle Management team on this exciting new senior living development. Attendees for this event had the opportunity to tour the community as well as enjoy live music and food catered by local eatery Gabriel’s Desserts. Dogwood Forest is situated at the entrance of historic downtown Acworth, with 93 units for assisted living and a memory care community. Created specifically with all of the details that have been clinically proven to produce positive outcomes in the health and lives of seniors the community features an array of new amenities that will sure to please even the most selective of tastes. For more information, please visit www.DogwoodForest.com or call (678) 515-5684.

Acworth Craft Beer Festival

On Tuesday, October 21, the City of Acworth hosted a ribbon cutting for Gracie Barra West Cobb Martial Arts School located at 4435 South Main Street. Mayor Tommy Allegood congratulated and welcomed business owner Vic Rosati to the Acworth community. The teachings learned within the gentle art of JiuJitsu can be taken for life, as the intention of the father of Brazilian 8

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The First Annual Historic Downtown Acworth Craft Beer Festival will take place on Saturday, November 8, from 1 – 5 p.m., on Senator Russell Avenue.

Come out and enjoy over 100 craft beers, live music, great food and TONS of fun! This event is for people 21 and older, no kids or pets will be allowed.

For more information or to purchase tickets, please visit their website at www.

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4th annual Scarecrow Parade

The City of Acworth would like to say thank you to those who have faithfully served their country as well as those who are now serving. Acworth is honored to have these brave men and women living in our community and what better way to honor them than to host a Veterans Day Ceremony. Join us on Tuesday, November 11 at 2:00 p.m. at Patriots Point at Cauble Park, home of the Veterans Memorial to honor our nation’s veterans.

The City of Acworth is pleased to announce the 4th Annual Scarecrow Parade on Main Street in Historic Downtown Acworth!

This year’s theme is “Scarecrows from Around the World” and each scarecrow represents a different country, festival or tradition from around the world. This year the parade has more scarecrows on display than ever before and the competition only grows stronger each year. The parade ends on Monday, November 10, so make sure to “Visit Acworth” before the end of the fall season!

Each year, entries are judged and winners are chosen for three categories; Most Creative, Best Representation of the Theme and Best Overall.

The winners of the 2014 Scarecrow Parade are: Most Creative: The Acworth Young Aldermen, portraying the Dia de Muertos Best Overall: The Acworth Achievers, portraying Egypt Best Representation of the Theme: Mrs. Blakeney/Mrs. Harris’s Class from Acworth Elementary, portraying Columbia

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This year's keynote speaker is Lt. Col. Doug McKittrick, U.S. Army, Retired. In addition to a distinguished military career, Mr. McKittrick served as the Chairman of the Acworth Veterans Memorial Advisory Committee in 2006. This committee oversaw the building of the Acworth Veterans Memorial at Patriots Point.

If you have not seen the Veterans Memorial at Patriot’s Point at Cauble Park, make sure you visit us on November 11. The service flags of the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force and Cost Guard surround the American Flag. The concrete dome structure is surrounded by a paver walkway with engraved pavers. You can still honor a veteran by purchasing Pavers. The pavers are available in 4x4 or 8x8 sizes. With the 4x4, you get 3 lines, each with up to 18 characters engraved on the pavers. The 8x8 comes with 4 lines, each with up to 18 characters engraved on it.

For more information, call the Acworth Parks and Recreation Office at (770) 917-1234 or visit www.acworthparksandrecreation.org.

Senior Luncheon Join in on Tuesday, November 18, at 12 noon, for the City of Acworth’s Senior Luncheon. Come early and socialize with friends. After lunch, there will be bingo and other special activities. The luncheon is held at Roberts School Community and Education Center, at 4681 School Street, Acworth. This program is FREE to all seniors! For more information, call (770) 917-1234.

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Awtrey Art Students Design the PTSA Mission Statement

Acceptable items include computer equipment (hard drives are completely demolished in a crusher), small appliances, telephones, cameras, VCRs, typewriters and fax machines. Scrap metal items being accepted include plate steel, machinery, car rims, refrigerators, washers, dryers, tubing, turnings, valves, pipe, cast iron, siding or sheet, old tools, and lawnmowers, as well as other items listed on our website. Not accepted are tires, household trash and non-electric equipment. TVs and CRT monitors will be accepted with a fee.

Secure personal document shredding will be done on-site; there is no document limit and no need to remove staples, paper clips, etc. For more information, please visit www.kennesaw-ga.gov or call (770) 424-8274.

Menorah Lighting Ceremony

Art students from Awtrey Middle School (AMS) used their creative expression to design the PTSA Mission Statement for the 2014-2015 school year. The hand prints represent the diverse group of parent volunteers who support the students and teachers throughout the year.

Intertwined between hand prints are the words used to describe the goals the PTSA want to accomplish; phrases like build team work, invite new volunteers, make an impact with fundraising money, more parent involvement, better communication, family enrichment programs, school unity, and student leadership opportunities, to name a few.

The concept of creating a mission statement comes from Stephen Covey’s book ‘The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People’ and has been introduced to teachers, parents and students at AMS as part of the 7th grade academic habits program, with the long-term goal of creating a school-wide culture of personal effectiveness and leadership. Among other things, this leadership program will teach the students how to create their own personal mission statement as they begin their journey through Habit 2: Begin With the End in Mind. AMS and the PTSA wish to publicly thank the art department for their contribution to Habit 2 by presenting them with such a beautiful piece of art which they are thrilled to share with the community. For more information, visit www.ptsa.awtreyvikings.com.

Electronics & Metal Recycling & Shredding Event Keep Kennesaw Beautiful will host a community Electronics & Metal Recycling and Document Shredding event on Saturday, November 15, from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., at the Kennesaw Public Works facility on Moon Station Road. Electronics recycling will be handled by Reworx (a division of Tommy Nobis Center), large metals by Kennesaw Public Works, and on-site document shredding by A1 Shredding & Recycling. The event is FREE and open to all.

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The City of Acworth invites everyone to its third annual Menorah Lighting Ceremony on Tuesday, December 17, the second night of Hanukkah, at 6 p.m. The Menorah is located at the corner of Cowan Road and Main Street in Downtown Acworth. Rabbi Zalman Charytan from the Chabad Jewish Center will officiate the lighting with Mayor Tommy Allegood assisting. There will be a reception immediately following the Ceremony at Dogwood Forest of Acworth located across the street from the site of the Menorah.

The eight day Jewish holiday commemorates the Jewish Maccabees’ military victory over Syrian-Greek oppression more than 2,000 years ago. During Hanukkah, Jews across the world celebrate the miracle of light that burnt for eight days out of a single-days-worth of oil found in the Temple. One Hanukkah candle is lit the first night, December 16, and an additional candle is lit each successive night.

The holiday is a celebration of religious freedom and hope.

Arts & Craft Fair Bascomb United Methodist Church is accepting applications for its eight annual craft fair to be held at the church on 2295 Bascomb Carmel Rd., on Saturday, November 8, from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. A light breakfast, lunch & bake sale will be available. Come join them for the event which will feature two floors of over 40 vendors selling a wide variety of arts and crafts. Vendor spaces are $30. For more information or an application, please contact Linda at (770) 974-4676 or the church office at (770) 926-9755.

Bargain Books Used books by the bagfuls at incredible bargains! Come stock your library! The Paulding Literacy Council will be holding their annual Book Sale on Friday, November 7, and Saturday, November 8, at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 76 Seaboard Street in Hiram, from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Follow the signs on Hwy. 92 to the Book Sale of the Year!

Become An Adult Reading Tutor Did you know that there are many adults who cannot read and write well enough to fill out a job application or even read a story to their children? You can help! The Paulding Literacy Council provides the materials and guidance to train volunteers to teach adults basic reading and writing skills. Tutors work one-on-one with an adult student. For more information, please call (770) 974-5531.

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Agent Kyle Arnold of the Acworth Police Dept. named 2014 Public Safety Employee of the Year The Cobb Chamber honored Cobb County’s finest during the 20th annual Public Safety Appreciation Breakfast at the Cobb Galleria Centre in October.

Acworth Police Deparment’s own, Agent Kyle Arnold, was honored as the Public Safety Employee of the Year. This award recognizes an individual who has performed their job with exceptional skill, exhibited leadership and critical incident management.

The Acworth Police Department (APD) has a reputation as a leader in community involvement. This is entirely due to the dedication of their officers, and while Agent Arnold stands out in many areas, his work in the community is one of his strongest attributes. He has served in public safety for 12 years.

Agent Arnold owns his job and has taken the initiative to improve the delivery of public safety in every position he has been in with the APD.

Agent Arnold was assigned to MCS Narcotics, and was one of the first entry officers when serving high-risk warrants. The nature of this put him in constant risk and he embraced it with the enthusiasm of a rookie, but with the presence of mind and professionalism of a seasoned veteran.

Agent Arnold was nominated for his quick response, while off-duty, in saving the life of a neighbor’s child who had fallen into a swimming pool. He observed the child floating, jumped a fence, dove into the pool and retrieved the child who was no longer breathing and performed CPR. He was able to successfully resuscitate the child and comfort him until EMS arrived.

Congratulations Agent Arnold!

New Community Affairs Officer Congratulations to Officer Youlanda Leverette who was appointed as the Acworth Police Department’s new Community Affairs Officer. Leverette has been with the department for approximately six years. She has a heart for service and has demonstrated this in part through her ongoing relationships and commitment to the community.

She has always been a go to person that can be counted on to engage the public with a positive and genuine spirit.

Santa’s Arrival in Acworth The City of Acworth is excited to be partnering with NorthStar Church to make this year’s Santa’s Arrival the best yet! Santa will arrive in downtown Acworth on Friday, December 5.

Festivities will begin at 5:30 p.m. and Santa is scheduled to arrive at 6:30 p.m. There will be a host of live performances until 9 p.m. to help Santa kickoff the holiday season.

Bring the entire family to hear Mayor Tommy Allegood read The Night Before Christmas and watch the lighting of the tree on Main Street. Enjoy pictures with Mr. & Mrs. Claus, eating candy canes with all his elves and filling the streets with the holiday spirit. There will be puppet shows, face painting, train rides, marshmallow roasting, hot chocolate and a live nativity.

Don’t forget to visit Frana Brown Park, where you can view the beautiful Festival of Trees!

Arrive early at the Depot at 5:15 p.m. to schedule your picture time with Santa & Mrs. Claus, begining at 6:45 p.m. Time slots for pictures are limited and only those who have reserved a time will be able to take pictures with Santa. This year there will not be a photographer onsite, so bring your camera to capture the special moment. For more information, visit www.

AcworthParksAndRecreation.org or call (770) 917-1234.

Kennesaw Seeks Entries for Parade Kennesaw city event organizers are seeking entries for their annual Santa parade to be held at noon on Saturday, December 6, in downtown Kennesaw. Parade entries will be judged and prizes will be awarded in seven categories: Most Humorous, Most Colorful, Most Unusual, Most Spirited, Most Musical, Best Entry with Animals and Best Overall. Parade rules and an online entry forms are available at www. ADayWithSanta.com. Participation is FREE. Entry forms will be evaluated and accepted on a firstcome, first-serve basis until the maximum number of participants is reached; or until November 16 (whichever comes first). For more information, call Kennesaw Parks & Rec. (770) 422-9714.

Christmas in Acworth 2014 The City of Acworth would like to invite you to experience the true spirit of Christmas in our Historic Downtown. On Saturday, December 6 & 13, from 1 — 6 p.m., come enjoy the Festival of Trees in Frana Brown Park, marshmallows roasting at the depot, horse & carriage rides (Dec. 13 only), Polar Express readings at the book store, the Christmas Market at Gallery 4463, raffles, caroling and more. Santa will be available for pictures at the Women’s Center on Dec. 6, and he will have breakfast with families at Dogwood Terrace on Dec. 13 (reservations needed).

For more information and a list of the day’s festivities, please visit www.ChristmasInAcworth.com.

6th annual Acworth Turkey Chase 5K Fun Run & 2K Walk

Saturday, November 22, 2014 @ 9 AM Main Street in Downtown Acworth

Save the date, Saturday, November 22, 2014, for this annual Thanksgiving season tradition, presented by the City of Acworth Parks, Recreation and Community Resource Department! In the past five years, you have helped us collect over 10,000 non-perishable food items that have gone to help stock local food pantries during the holiday season! All nonperishable food items are to benefit the Tackle Hunger Program.

Enjoy an exhilarating 5K run through Historic Downtown Acworth and along the shores of beautiful Lake Acworth. Walk, jog or run, all ages and abilities are welcome. Register by noon on November 19 for discounts. Untimed Fun Run for age 13+ is $10/early registration or $20/race day.

Kid’s age 6 — 12 is $5/early discount or $10/race day. Kids 5 & under are FREE. There is a Timed Run for participants 10 years old and up, the cost of the Timed Run is $20 before noon on November 19. All participants must bring a non-perishable food item on race day to receive their race number and Acworth Turkey Chase t-shirt. The 5K Fun Run will begin at 9 a.m. and the 2K walk at 9:15 a.m. on Main Street in Downtown Acworth. There will be a “Little Pilgrim” Trot for children up to age 5 beginning at 10 a.m. on Main Street.

For more information, visit www.AcworthTurkeyChase.com.

Run for the Children 2014

Saturday, December 6, 2014 @ 8:00 AM Cannon Park in historic downtown Canton The Service League of Cherokee County will present the 12th annual Run for the Children “Reindeer Run” 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run on Saturday, December 6, 2014, in historic downtown Canton. The holiday-themed race begins and ends at the gazebo in Cannon Park in downtown Canton and follows a route through the historic business district and surrounding neighborhoods.

The 1-Mile Fun Run will begin at 8 a.m. and the 5K will begin at 8:30 a.m. Registration runs through November 29. 5K race is $25/early registration — after it’s $30. Registration for the 1-Mile Fun Run is $15 through race day. Non-runners: register as one of “Santa’s Helpers” prior to November 29 for $15 and receive a t-shirt. Rain or shine. All pre-registered runners will receive a long-sleeved t-shirt. Cash prizes will be awarded in the 5K race to the top three overall male and female runners.

Medals will be awarded to the top three finishers in each age group. All 1-Mile Fun Run participants will receive a commemorative ribbon.

A $1,000 cash prize provided by CLB Contracting will be awarded to the school in Cherokee County with the most race participants. Anyone can register as a school affiliate to help a school win the award! The Service League is an 80-year-old volunteer organization that uses the proceeds from this fundraiser to serve the needy children of Cherokee County. For more information, call (770) 704-5991, email runforthechildren@yahoo.com or visit www.serviceleague.net.

Garden Gallop 5k

Saturday, November 1, 2014 @ 8:00 AM Downtown Kennesaw, 2958 Main St., Kennesaw The Garden Gallop is part of the Kennesaw Grand Prix Series. Fast and flat well marked USATF Certified course with gentle hills down Main Street and through Swift Cantrell Park returning to downtown Kennesaw. Paved Asphalt. No auto traffic. Professionally timed and Peachtree Qualifier (GA1103OWC). Awards for first Overall M/F and Masters M/F runners and top 3 M/F runner’s in fourteen age brackets. Post race awards ceremony with food and drinks for race participants. Special VIP Reception for first 50 finishers. Super-soft and unisex t-shirt included in pre-registration!

Packet Pickup — Race Morning at Kennesaw First Baptist Church Saturday, 11/1/14 6:30-7:30 AM. Race Day Schedule — 7:30AM 1 Mile Fun Run /8 AM 5k /8:55 AM Tot Trot /9:15 AM Awards Ceremony.

Run! Foster! Run! 5K

Saturday, November 8, 2014 @ 7:30 AM Barrett Lakes Office Park, 1940 Lodge Rd., Kennesaw Entry fee: $20 until Nov. 6, $25 after This is our 3rd Annual 5K Race for the Foster Children in Cobb County, Ga. Our Association supports the children that come into care and set up special events throughout the year for them. In July, we have a Back to School Bash, where each Foster Child is able to receive a back pack full of school supplies. At Christmas, each Foster Child receives presents donated from the community.

These are just a couple of the events we hold for the children. This course is a quick Peachtree qualifier! Come and join the fun! Packet Pick up will be at the Kennesaw Big Peach Running Company location on November 8, from 5—8 p.m.

Scarecrow Scramble 5K & 1mile Kids Run Sunday, November 9, 2014 @ 1:00 PM Woodland High School, 800 Old Alabama Rd., Cartersville

Entry fees: $15 Kids Run, 5K: $25, $30 race day The Scarecrow Scramble is a 5K Trail run and a 1 mile Kids Run. It is run on the Woodland High School cross country course. The course consists of a 1 mile loop around the hayfield, a 100 meter scramble up the “Rock”, a mile of rolling trails down through the woods, and a final loop on the hayfield. Water stations will be provided along the course. The Kids 1 mile run will be 1 loop around the hayfield. All proceeds will help benefit the Woodland cross country teams.

Check in begins at noon. Kids Run starts at 1. 5K starts at 1:30. Awards presented after the race.

For more information, call 404-310-3370.

Mustache Dache Atlanta

Sunday, November 23, 2014 @ 8:30 AM Jim R. Miller Park, 2245 Callaway Road, Marietta Entry fees: $20 — $45 The Mustache Dache is a mustache-themed 5k to raise money and awareness for prostate cancer and men’s health. Men, women, and children welcome. All participants of the Mustache Dache will receive the very truly official 2014 Mustache Dache t-shirt. For more information, please visit www.MustacheDache.com

The Santa Run 5K

Sunday, November 30, 2014 @ 8:00 AM Barrett Summit, 1990 Vaughn Road, Kennesaw Entry fees: $25 before Nov 29, $35 race day This Variety fundraising event embraces the Holiday spirit to help raise money for sick, disadvantaged and special needs children.

Participants choose to run or walk in the official Variety Santa suit. You can run it, walk it, skip it, hop it — together, we help a child walk, run, and play. The Variety Santa Fun Run is international race in which thousands participate. Variety will make a special presentation before the race begins. All runners get a santa jacket and hat! There is a strict 500 runner limit! Get your registration in early. Awards will be given to the top 3 overall M/F. Top Masters overall M/F. and 3 deep in 10 year age groups!

Sleighbells on the Square 5k/1k/Tot Trot Saturday, December 13, 2014 @ 8:30 AM Downtown Marietta Square

Entry fees: Thru 11/30/14 — $25; after 11/30/14 — $30; Phantom — $30; Day of race — $35; Youth (18 years and under) thru 11/30/14 — $20 A Peachtree Qualifying Race, sponsored by the Cobb County Bar Association. A festive run for everyone as we raise money for the Children’s Emergency Fund. All participants will receive a long sleeve technical performance shirt. The Course: The Race course will begin on the Square and proceed along Cherokee St. until it reaches Kennestone Hospital, where runners will turn on to Church St. and return to the Square. Times are as follows: 5K — 8:30 a.m., 1K — 9:30a.m., Tot Trot — 9:45.

All proceeds will benefit the Cobb County Bar Children’s Emergency Fund. The Children’s Emergency Fund assists Cobb County School District and Marietta City Schools Students and their families with emergency financial needs. Donations are tax deductible.

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SAVE THE ACWORTH DEPOT More good news on our Save the Acworth GA Depot project!!

ANNOUNCING Art Auction and Benefit with Acworth Cultural Arts Center at Dogwood Terrace Restaurant Thursday, November 13, 6 – 9 p.m.

Entertainment provided by GSO Jazz Trio led by Sam Skelton With Complimentary Buffet and Cash Bar Art Auction and Silent Auction Tickets $50 (includes deluxe buffet dinner, cash bar and sublime music) “The Acworth Cultural Arts Center (ACAC) supports the Save the Depot project; recognizing this as a deserving and positive cultural effort in our community that provides an opportunity to preserve the history of our community.” The Depot is a vintage building that personifies the old railroad town. Currently in a state of neglect and lying in the weeds just off Main Street, Save the Acworth Depot Foundation (STAD) supporters are raising money to return this iconic old building to its place next to the tracks and restore it as a history museum, alongside the proud caboose. More and more people are recognizing the value of restoring the Depot to our downtown community. Join us!!

Your fully tax-deductible donation….in any amount…is welcome and earnestly needed. Your children and grandchildren, your customers and you, will take pride in your joining this effort.

Corporate Sponsorship Opportunities: Bronze Level – $500: You or Your Company recognized at Kickoff Event – logo/name on slide show.

Your name or Company listed as “Bronze Sponsor” on the STAD website.

Your name or Company listed as “Bronze Sponsor” on the “Roll Call” wall in the depot.

Silver Level – $1,000: You or your Company recognized at Kickoff Event – logo/name on slide show.

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Gold Level – $5,000: You or Your Company recognized at Kickoff Event – logo/name on slide show.

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Platinum – $10,000+: Your name or Company banner to be displayed at all fund raising Events.

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Your name or Company listed as “Platinum Sponsor” on the STAD website.

Your name or Company listed as “Platinum Sponsor” on the “Roll Call” wall in the depot – the largest most visible sponsorship on the entire site.

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HOW CAN YOU GIVE? • Mail or bring a check to: Save the Acworth, GA Depot Foundation 4857 N. Main Street, Suite 200, Acworth, GA 30101 Attention: Lamar Baldwin, Treasurer • www.SaveTheAcworthDepot.com (PayPal or Credit Card) • At any Regions Bank – contribute to “Save The Acworth, GA Depot Foundation” For more information or to sponsor a fundraiser, please call Mack Turner at (770) 546-7511 or Richard Boyer at (770) 364-0187.

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Veterans Day Ceremony Join the City of Acworth on Tuesday, November 11, at 2 p.m., at Patriots Point at Cauble Park, home of the Veterans Memorial to honor our nation’s veterans. The City of Acworth would like to say thank you to those who have faithfully served their country as well as those who are now serving. Acworth is honored to have these brave men and women living in our community and what better way to honor them than to host a Veterans Day Ceremony.

If you have not seen the Veterans Memorial at Patriot’s Point at Cauble Park, make sure you come out on November 11. The service flags of the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force and Coast Guard surround the American Flag. The concrete dome structure is surrounded by a paver walkway with engraved pavers.

You can still honor a veteran by purchasing pavers.

The pavers are available in 4x4 or 8x8 sizes.

With the 4x4, you get 3 lines, each with up to 18 characters engraved on the pavers. The 8x8 comes with 4 lines, each with up to 18 characters engraved on it. For more information about the ceremony or to purchase a paver, visit www. acworthparksandrecreation.org or call the Parks and Recreation Office at (770) 917-1234.

Veterans Day Chapel at North Cobb Christian School

Kennesaw Hosts Lunch for Veterans

All veterans and their spouses are invited to attend a special Veterans Day Chapel including music and multimedia presentations at North Cobb Christian School on Thursday, November 6, at 9:15 a.m. The chapel will be preceded by a FREE breakfast for veterans and their spouses beginning at 8:30 a.m. To attend the breakfast, you MUST RSVP by November 4 to rhedges@ ncchristian.org. The school is located at 4500 Lakeview Drive, Kennesaw.

In recognition of Veterans Day, the City of Kennesaw will honor the service of military members past and present with a complimentary lunch on Tuesday, November 11, from 12 – 2 p.m. at the Ben Robertson Community Center, 2753 Watts Drive.

“Remembering Our Fallen”

“Every day, we value and appreciate the service and sacrifice of those who served in our military as well as their families,” said Kennesaw City Councilman Tim Killingsworth, a former US Marine. “We choose Veterans Day is a particularly appropriate time to honor our soldiers, sailors, and airmen. This luncheon provides an opportunity for veterans to gather together, visit and swap stories with one another, and share a meal. It’s a special time of fellowship and remembrance for everyone.”

This exhibit was created to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice in the Iraq and Afghanistan wars. Its legacy will be that these men and women will never be forgotten and that their names will be remembered and spoken.

This traveling exhibit includes photos of the Fallen who died in The War on Terror since September 11, 2001. The exhibit will be on display in the Fine Arts Building at North Cobb Christian School (NCCS) on Tuesday, Nov. 4, from 9 a.m.–8 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 5, from 9 a.m.–5 p.m. and Thursday, Nov. 6, from 10:30 a.m.–5 p.m. The school is located at 4500 Lakeview Dr., Kennesaw off Main Street.

This is the first time this exhibit has come to the Acworth area for the public to attend – NCCS is honored to host the exhibit and to invite the public to view it. For more information regarding the exhibit itself, please visit www.rememberingourfallen.org.

For more information regarding the exhibit at NCCS, please call (770) 975-0252.

North Cobb American Legion Post 304 is partnering with Kennesaw city officials to host the lunch. All veterans and active duty military are invited to attend and no identification will be required.

Cobb Senior Services Honors Veterans North Cobb Senior Center — Will host a Luncheon & Veteran’s Salute on Tuesday November 11, from 12 – 2:30 p.m. This will be a special tribute and a FREE luncheon to veterans and their spouses. Advance reservations required by November 4. Space is Limited. (770) 975-7740 30

West Cobb Senior Center – Will Salute Veteran’s Day on Tuesday, November 11, 1:30 p.m., with the movie titled, Bridge Over The River Kwai.

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North Cobb Post 304 Serving the communities of Acworth and Kennesaw The American Legion North Cobb Post 304, was extremely blessed when they received the property that was donated to them, however, before they can officially open their doors, there is A LOT OF WORK that has to be completed. Post 304 is seeking VOLUNTEERS and DONATIONS from people and companies to give of their TALENTS, TIME, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT and most of all your GENEROUS CASH DONATIONS (any amount is greatly appreciated).

Post 304 is a non-profit so any amount you give is FULLY TAX DEDUCTIBLE! For more information on how you can help or to donate, please contact Commander Ron Asby at r.asby@post304.org or call (770) 331-5090 or contact Adjutant David Burdette at dburdette488@bellsouth.net or call (770) 428-0400.

FREE Lung Cancer Screening Veterans at higher risk of lung cancer due to exposure to known carcinogens WellStar Health System is reaching out to local veterans to receive lung cancer and respiratory risk screenings during a one-day special event to honor these individuals who have served our country. Screenings will be conducted at five locations in Cobb, Cherokee, Douglas and Paulding counties from 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. on Veteran’s Day, Monday, November 11, and are being made available thanks to the generosity of donors to the WellStar Foundation.

Veterans will receive a FREE respiratory risk assessment to screen for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and sleep disorders in addition to a lung cancer screening evaluation. Those who meet the criteria for being at risk for lung cancer will be offered a low-dose lung CT scan for $11 (normally $199). Screening spaces are limited. For more information or to schedule a screening, call (770) 956-STAR.

Veterans Day: Discounts and Freebies The following is a list of just a few Veterans Day offers that have been announced for 2014*. Keep in mind that businesses require proof of military service. Offers good on Veterans Day only, unless otherwise stated.

Applebees – Veterans and active duty military receive a FREE meal from a limited menu. Beverages and gratuity not included. (Dine-in only) Chili’s – Veterans and active duty receive a FREE entrée from a limited menu.

Golden Corral – Veterans, Military Retirees, Active Duty, National Guard & Reserves all receive a FREE meal on Monday, Nov. 17, from 5 – 9 p.m.

Home Depot – Veterans receive a 10% discount. (In-store only) Lowe’s – Veterans receive a 10% discount. (In-store only) Menchi’s – Veterans receive a FREE 6 oz. frozen yogurt.

National Parks – Veterans are invited to visit over 100 National Parks FREE over Veterans Day. Olive Garden – Veterans receive a FREE meal from a special menu.

Krispy Kreme – Veterans receive a FREE breakfast that includes a doughnut and a small coffee.

Outback Steakhouse – Veterans receive a FREE Bloomin’ Onion and beverage. Offer valid for veterans, active duty & retired military. Plus, Military discount of 15% off from 11/12-12/31.

Longhorn Steakhouse – Veterans receive a FREE Tonion and beverage.

Carrabba’s – Veterans receive a FREE Appetizer.

Red Lobster – Veterans receive a FREE Appetizer from Nov. 10–13.

O’Charley’s – Veterans receive a FREE Meal from the $9.99 menu.

On The Border – On The Border is giving veterans and active duty military members a FREE Create Your Own Combo meal Hooters – Veterans receive a FREE Meal with the purchase of a beverage.

SportClips – Veterans receive a FREE Haircut. * Note: Not all franchise locations participate in their national chain’s Veterans Day programs — be sure to contact your nearest establishment to make sure they are participating.

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New Student Enrollment Special - $99 Per Week (for first Full Month - Infants always $125 a week - see coupon on back cover) If you are like most parents, your child’s exposure to a variety of educational experiences is very important to you. You then are aware of the differences between a facility that provides “babysitting” and a facility that provides “educational experiences”. At Tiny Tots, our focus is to engage the children in an age appropriate curriculum that motivates, as well as, challenges your child, no matter their age. With the infants, our teachers talk to the babies, using vocal changes, eye contact and physical touch. We talk to them while feeding, diapering, or playing with the children, as well as, read colorful books to them, letting them see the pictures while hearing our vocal expressions; thus building a sense of curiosity and interest into the story. Our older children are challenged with a variety of organized teacher lead group activities. We encourage the children to be involved in many aspects of the specific activity planned. They help arrange the chairs, gather specific toys needed, and when done, they help restore the class back to its standard layout.

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Our outdoor playground includes a large riding toy area, an 8 foot by 8 foot sandbox, and plenty of climbing equipment designed to enhance a child’s gross motor skills. We have outdoor play two times per day; an hour in the morning and again in the afternoon. Each day, classes follow a constant outline of areas that are geared toward sharpening specific skills. Activities that are done each day are posted in the classroom. We have a scheduled nap time for all ages between 12:30 – 2:30.

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- This will be an excellent opportunity to ask any questions that you may have. As ours is a secured facility with a keypad locking system, please ring the bell upon your arrival.

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Ms. Diane has a Master’s Degree in elementary education and has been with us for over 2 1/2 years. She makes learning fun and encourages parents to be involved in their child’s education.

To promote the importance of reading, children sign out books from our “Early Reading” library to take home and read with their parents for reinforcement.

Ms. Rose is also working on her CDA degree and has been with us for more than 6 years! She assists teachers with daily class activities.

She, like all the staff, believes that communication is key to successful relationships. We have an open door policy so parents are always welcome to come in any time throughout the day, email us, or give us a call with any questions they may have.

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North Cobb High School held their annual Homecoming Parade & Block Party on October 9, in downtown Acworth. This year’s theme for Homecoming was “Where Dreams Come True.” Students were dressed for a Disney Luau and in Disney costumes to greet the kids for photo opportunities. The streets were filled with cars, trucks, cheerleaders, football players, the marching band, NJROTC and more.

Acworth Police Department Each year as Thanksgiving approaches, I set time aside to reflect on the blessings of the past year. We always have so much to be grateful for, but this year has been extraordinary. In September, we were able to move into our new police department headquarters, the funds for which were provided by the 2011 SPLOST. Our old building was only 5,000 square feet and could not adequately meet the needs of our growing department. Our new headquarters is more than 23,000 square feet and includes a community room, K-9 kennel, fitness room and plenty of room to grow. Our ribbon cutting on October 8 was a huge success and we were overwhelmed by the outpouring of support from the Acworth community.

If our new headquarters had been the only new development for the department this year, it would have been more than enough, but this year we were also blessed to have one of our own, Corporal Kyle Arnold, named Cobb County’s Public Safety Officer of the Year by the Cobb County Chamber of Commerce. Corporal Arnold was nominated for his work with MCS Narcotics, as well as for the actions he took while off duty that resulted in him saving the life of a child who had fallen into a pool. At a time when most of the other parents in the area were in a state of panic, Corporal Arnold’s quick and decisive action saved the life of a child. For that child and his parents, there is no greater blessing.

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Our new headquarters, and Corporal Arnold’s Officer of the Year award, are more than enough to be thankful for, but we were also blessed to have our 7th annual “Covering the Bases” event turn out to be the most successful of any other year. We came together as a community and raised more funds than ever before. Those funds are being used to ensure the continuance of the Horizon League, and to ensure that our very deserving athletes with special needs have a place to play and compete in Acworth. Horizon Field is the only field of its kind in Cobb County. It is a truly remarkable place and one which all of Acworth can be proud.

Our new headquarters, Corporal Arnold’s award, and our outstanding success with Covering the Bases would have been more than enough, but we have also been blessed with increased safety and security in our community – the most important blessing of all. In mid-April, our department initiated Operation IMPACT (Initiating Measurable Progress through Active Community Teamwork). We have partnered with the schools, businesses and citizens of our community to focus on areas of the city where two elements exist and when combined, have a substantial and immediate effect on quality of life: persistent criminal activity and visible blight. We have created partnerships with our schools, which have led to the creation of a new after school program for the children in our community. In addition, we have eliminated visible blight in a number of areas in the city, and we have even been able to create a new position for a full time code enforcement officer to ensure that the progress that has been made will continue. Finally, and most importantly, property crime has decreased in Acworth. Last year, entering autos were a major problem in Acworth, as well as in most of Metro Atlanta. At the time of this writing, the number of entering autos in the IMPACT zone was 68% lower than at the same time last year. In just a few short months, by working together, the Acworth community has been able to make a measurable impact on the quality of life in Acworth and that is the greatest blessing of all.

We live in unique city. From our 21st century perspective, even as the world has become more interconnected, it can feel as if some of the small town atmosphere has been lost. This is not so in Acworth. Throughout the year, we came together and worked side-by-side to make our community a better place for everyone who lives and works here. This year, my reflection is simple: I am thankful for Acworth. I am thankful to live in a caring and supportive community where we all work together for the greater good, and our accomplishments as a city are more than enough to be thankful for.

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Crowns Can Resolve a Variety of Dental Problems A dental crown offers a predictable method for restoring a tooth that has more significant problems.

Many questions may come to mind if your dentist tells you that you need a crown on one of your molars. It may help to better understand what a crown is and the benefits it can bring.

A crown, also called a cap, structurally restores a tooth after a root canal, a large fracture/multiple fractures, extensive decay or history of a large filling. A crown can also esthetically correct the poor appearance of a front tooth that has turned dark and can’t be bleached.

Based upon the reasons noted above, the dentist diagnoses your tooth for a crown. Once the patient agrees to care, the dentist prepares the tooth for a crown and then makes a mold or impression of the tooth. The dentist will then send this impression to a dental lab and a technician will fabricate the crown, which involves more than 100 steps. Crowns can be made of porcelain, metal or porcelain fused to metal. Crowns that are made within the smile zone are always made to match the natural color of your teeth and are beautifully artistic. Crowns on very back teeth, which are out of the smile zone, sometimes can be made of metal to provide additional strength, especially if a patient has a grinding habit.

Placing a permanent crown typically takes two office visits. During the first visit, the dentist will numb the tooth and then shape the biting surface and sides of the tooth to allow space for the new crown. An impression of the prepared tooth is made for the lab and a temporary crown placed over the tooth is worn for the next few weeks while the crown is made. During the second visit, the permanent crown is fitted to your bite and cemented onto the tooth. Crowns cannot be removed like dentures and they typically last for 10 – 15 years.

Dr. Scott Harden is a dentist at Fountian View Family Dentistry.

He is a resident of Acworth and has practiced in Southwest Cherokee County for over 21 years. He is a Dental Advisor for two nationally renowned dental research companies.

Office: (770) 926-0000 Website: FountianViewSmiles.com

Teeth can experience decay and fractures. Dental fillings serve a purpose for correcting small to moderate tooth decay and fractures, but fillings have a limit on how much of a tooth can ideally be repaired. When this ideal limit is exceeded, crowns provide the next level of protection for teeth. When fillings occupy more than 50-60% of the tooth, the remaining tooth structure around the filling is thin and typically fractures. A fracture, in addition to a large filling in the tooth, would require a crown. The crown covers the entire tooth. It covers over the large filling and the fracture. The crown diverts biting forces that are outside the tooth and protects the tooth from biting forces and additional trauma.

A tooth fracture has several scenarios. A fracture can be minor and removed as part of a small filling, resulting in a larger filling. A fracture can penetrate down into the nerve of a tooth and cause a need for a root canal and crown. A fracture can involve the loss of an entire corner of a tooth and would require a crown. A fracture can crack a tooth into two pieces, which is termed a “non-restorable fracture,” and requires extraction. This serious type fracture often occurs from history of a large filling inside the tooth,whichis greater than 50% of the tooth and should have been crowned. This last type fracture, requiring extraction, is what dentists strive to avoid for their patients by placing a crown on a tooth at some interim level. The crown stops fractures from progressing to this level.

Another factor which often requires teeth to be crowned is patient grinding, also called “bruxism.” Someone that grinds their teeth at night can generate significant bite forces, exceeding 300 pounds per square inch, and cause teeth to wear and break. A normal tooth often can break when a person grinds their teeth. A tooth with a large filling is especially susceptible to breaking when a person grinds their teeth, and therefore is a strong candidate for a crown. In rare cases, when a person grinds their teeth with very intense force and frequency, the teeth will wear through the enamel layer and down into the soft yellow dentin underneath the enamel. In severe scenarios, crowns may be required to restore the teeth back to a normal level and protect the exposed dentin and the pulp (nerve) of the tooth.

Another factor in today’s environment that can require teeth to be crowned is excessive consumption of soft drinks, combined with poor oral hygiene. Soft drinks cause extensive erosion of the enamel in some people’s teeth. The enamel destruction can be so serious that fillings cannot correct the problem and crowns must be utilized to provide a new cover over the tooth to protect it from oral bacteria.

These patients must stop drinking soft drinks immediately.

Here are some typical clinical pictures of teeth that need crowns:

In conclusion, crowns provide dentists with another tool to repair teeth that possess more significant problems.

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Did you know that this is the best time of year to stock up on certain groceries? The weeks leading up to Thanksgiving are when grocery stores offer the biggest deals of the year on everything from butter and canned goods, to meat. In addition to meat and butter, two other items I stockpile are evaporated milk and sweetened condensed milk.

Evaporated milk can be substituted for whole milk or half-n-half and has a MUCH longer shelf life. You can even convert it into buttermilk by mixing 1 cup of whole evaporated milk with 1 tablespoon of lemon juice. Let it stand for 15 minutes to give it time to thicken up. With the exception of recipes cooked using a candy thermometer, whole evaporated milk can usually be substituted for cream in most dessert recipes.

Now that the weather is turning colder, you can also use canned milk to make creamy soups. For instance, combine 1 jar of your favorite flavor spaghetti sauce with 16 oz. of chicken broth, 2 cups of shredded carrots, 1 pound of cooked sausage and 16 oz. of cooked tortellini. Then, add ½ of a can of evaporated milk to it for yummy Creamy Tomato Pasta Soup. Frozen tortellini can also be used, just extend the cooking time.

Sweetened condensed milk has a lot of different uses. For instance, you can make a quick caramel sauce in the microwave by pouring 1 can of sweetened condensed milk in a microwavesafe bowl. Nuke it at 50% power for 4 minutes, stirring with a whisk at 2 minutes. Next, microwave it at 30% power for 8-10 minutes, again stirring with a whisk every 2 minutes. The mixture will thicken up and turn a caramel color when done.

Sweetened condensed milk can also be used to jazz up sheet cakes. Bake a box of yellow cake mix, according to package directions. When done, poke holes in the cake with the handle of a wooden spoon. In a small bowl, combine 1 can of condensed milk with 1 can of frozen strawberry daiquiri mix (make sure it is thawed). Pour over the top of the cake. Then, add sliced strawberries (frozen will work too), followed by whipped topping and shredded coconut. You can make a coconut version by starting with a yellow or white cake, pouring a mixture of sweetened condensed milk and crème of coconut over it, then spreading whipped topping and shredded coconut all over to complete it.

A well-stocked pantry, your collection of favorite recipes and friends and family to share them with are the keys to a joyful holiday season. So, milk it for all it’s worth and enjoy every minute of it! Happy cooking everyone!

Tiffany Hughes is an Acworth resident who enjoys spending time with her family and furbabies. She will gladly provide additional recipes if you email her at creativecook11@yahoo.com.

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American Legion Post 304 “The war to end all wars” or the “Great War” (World War I), officially ended with the signing of the Treaty of Versailles on June 28, 1919, in the Palace of Versailles, France.

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Adoption Connections November is Adoption Awareness Month – Adoption is a wonderful, absolutely viable option when it comes to pregnancy choices and family expansion. Many connections are made through adoption, with the most profound being that between the birth mother and the forever family. The adoption journey is multifaceted – full of decisions, paperwork and varying wait times. Adoptions are also full of very real emotions – the foremost being love. Whether it is an open or closed adoption, it is that powerful and deeply rooted love for the child that creates these adoption connections.

When a woman selects adoption as her pregnancy plan, a connection has been made between herself and those who now have the opportunity to become a family – a beautiful gift solely facilitated by a woman’s admirable decision to pursue adoption over other pregnancy alternatives. There are nearly two million couples waiting to adopt, per Business Library, and in many instances, regardless of the child’s medical condition. For every baby placed for adoption, there are 36 parents waiting to adopt.

These are honest numbers that truly depict the longing that many people in America have to expand their family through adoption.

When someone makes the decision to pursue adoption, a connection is made between themselves and a community of friends, family and adoption advocates. There are growing adoption support systems in the United States full of individuals, couples, businesses, organizations and families banding together to help bring babies home to their forever families. Adoptions have been fully funded through fundraisers, adoption grants and other amazing funding options because of the love developed for the child that is to be placed in a forever family. It’s just incredible!

It is known that there are various misconceptions when it comes to the adoption process, whether they be the wait times, the cost or the choices pregnant women have in their adoption journey. These misconceptions are the leading reasons why adoption advocacy and the promotion of adoption are absolutely necessary. Join Libby Dunahoo, adoption consultant of Covenant Care Services, for a FREE seminar, where she will discuss “Everything You Don’t Know About Adoption” at the Acworth Women’s Center on November 1, at 11 a.m. For more information, please call (678) 574-5466.

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However, at the 11th hour on the 11th day of the 11th month (at 11:00 a.m., on November 11, 1918) fighting ceased when an armistice (temporary cessation of hostilities) went into effect between the Allied nations and Germany.

In November 1919, President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed November 11th as the first commemoration of Armistice Day with the following: “To us in America, the reflections of Armistice Day will be filled with solemn pride in the heroism of those who died in the country’s service and with gratitude for the victory…”

On May 13, 1938, Congress approved, 52 Stat. 351; 5 U. S. Code, Sec. 87a, making November 11th of each year a legal holiday and a day dedicated to the cause of world peace and to be thereafter celebrated and known as “Armistice Day.” Sadly, “the war to end all wars” didn’t end all wars after all…

WWII and the Korean War shattered the peace. In 1954, at the urging of the American Legion and other veterans service organizations, the 1938 Act was amended striking out “Armistice” and inserting “Veterans.” On June 1, 1954, November 11th became a day to honor American veterans of all wars.

On October 8, 1954, President Dwight D. Eisenhower issued the first “Veterans Day Proclamation” which stated: “In order to insure proper and widespread observance of this anniversary, all veterans, all veterans’ organizations, and the entire citizenry will wish to join hands in the common purpose…”

All veterans and current military service members should take advantage of the many events honoring their service this Veterans Day. At the very least, attend the FREE luncheon in Kennesaw and the ceremony at Patriots Point in Acworth.

On behalf of the veterans of Post 304, I thank the communities of Acworth and Kennesaw for making Veterans Day special.

God Bless America!

Commander Ron

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Most people dream of living somewhere glamourous like Southern California, but for Dr. Richard Rosenberger, growing up there was enough – living in Acworth for the past 40 years has been more than a dream for him!

Born in Detroit, Michigan and growing up in Southern California, you may be wondering how Richard ended up living in little ole Acworth, Georgia.

Well, after graduating from Stanford University and then the University of Southern California School of Medicine, Richard went to the Texas Medical Hospital to complete his residency.

However, from Texas, he was drafted to go to Vietnam by the United States Army to work in a Mobile Army Surgical Hospital (MASH). He was there for one year back in 1969.

When he returned to the states in 1970, Richard went to work at the Fort McPherson Army Hospital in Atlanta. It was through this job that Richard discovered Acworth – he and his buddies would often leave Atlanta to visit the Army Recreation Facility that was located on Lake Allatoona. Over the course of his visits, he was able to see the beautiful lakeside community of Acworth. Being from California and growing up participating in various water sports at the ocean, Richard was really attracted to Acworth because of the lake. Over the years, he has enjoyed going out on the lake and even owned a boat at one time. He also met many of the wonderful, friendly people from our city – which only made him love it more.

So, when Richard got out of the Army, instead of returning to California, he decided to open his own Family Medicine practice on Main Street. He had a lot of encouragement from friendly folks in the community, especially from Dr. Cauble, who had his practice just up the road from his office. Thus, in 1972, Richard began operating his practice in the same building that the Bank of Acworth used to be in. Fun fact:

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Dr. Richard Rosenberger Richard’s office is in the little room that used to be the old Bank’s vault! The walls are made of thick wood and he says it might just be the safest place in Acworth!

At this time in Acworth, and some of the other more rural areas around, there was a need for doctors. This was because many doctors wanted to be specialists and work in big cities. However, with a laugh, Richard remembers that when he first opened his office, nobody came! Thankfully though, Dr. Cauble started sending some of his patients to Richard and he was able to get his practice going.

As time went on, Richard’s office started getting busier and busier and his life really became all about his patients. Over the last 40 years, he has seen many patients and their families come through his office – he’s even cared for up to five generations of some families! Richard fondly refers to his patients as some of his best friends – if they’re hurting, he’s hurting! This is just one more reason why Richard loves Acworth so much – if he were practicing in a big city, he would not be able to have such deep connections with his patients.

When he first moved here, Richard remembers seeing Acworth as this rural, agrarian, industrial age mill town that was going through urban migration – many people were leaving small towns to go live in big cities, like Atlanta.

Therefore, he doesn’t remember a whole lot going on here.

Being 31 years old when he moved here, he has very different memories of Acworth than someone who has lived here their whole life. Richard remembers one of the only sources of entertainment being the Night Owl Pool Hall, which was located right next door to his practice. There was also the Two Dollar Café on Main Street, as well as the hardware store and Allen’s 5 and 10 Cent Store where Henry’s is today. You were able to buy many things at Allen’s, but for other shopping and entertainment, Richard remembers having to go to places like Cumberland Mall.

Further, the closest McDonald’s was in Marietta.

Over the 40 years of being in the same doctor’s office, Richard has truly had the unique experience of watching the city of Acworth transform through his office window. He remembers the days of seeing the telephone poles and the old, dilapidated pink buildings among the other buildings that made up the two, rather than one, sides of Main Street.

In 2000, Richard decided to sell his office and retire after 31 years. However, in 2004, Richard decided to come back to work and re-open his practice in the same downtown Acworth location.

Going back to when he first arrived here, there was only one tree planted in downtown Acworth.

Richard worked diligently with the Tree Commission, under the leadership of Temple Green Knauss, to plant trees all along the tracks, from the Highway 92 bridge all the way to Cowan Road.

They also planted several trees in Cauble Park. The goal of the Tree Commission was to have Acworth become a certified “Tree City U.S.A.” Richard and the commission planted all sorts of trees including: Magnolias, Cypress, Bradford Pears, Dogwoods and Maples.

Richard next to one of the many trees he planted.

The Tree Commission also hosted several “Arbor Days” for the city, where they would literally give out thousands of tree seedlings to the community. They would also host programs for school kids so they could learn about conserving the trees.

Richard recently acquired this Examination table in his office diploma that was left behind from that dates back to 1910 – passed down from Richard’s grandfather’s Dr. Eugene McKay Bailey who had his practice at the same location practice. back in approximately 1895.

For their work, Richard and the Tree Commission were featured in a magazine, as well as on the show “Earth Matters” on CNN. This was such great exposure for not only the amazing work the Tree Commission had done, but also for the city of Acworth itself.

Overall, Richard says that the transformation of Acworth has been absolutely incredible. He notes that the biggest changes started happening in the late 1990’s when Mayor Tommy Richard showing the thickness Allegood came into office. The (approx. 30”) of the wall leading city government really started into his office – the former vault working hard and accelerated for the Bank of Acworth. the renovation of downtown Acworth. Additionally, the policy Acworth has of private/public partnership has brought many businesses to Acworth and has been an asset to the economy and tourism.

Like many of the residents, Richard truly feels that Acworth has the best public services of any city. He also gives a lot of credit to groups like the DDA, ABA, Parks & Rec, Tourism and the Kiwanis and Rotary clubs for all they contribute to our community.

In fact, lately, Richard has become more involved in the DDA and is enjoying helping the organization bring more people to Acworth and help to restore the buildings.

Many people will agree with Richard when he says Acworth is truly a “people city” – there is no other place where you can work, live, raise a family and retire. Everything Richard needs is here in Acworth, again proving, There’s No Place Like Acworth.

Colonel John W. Callaway, Commanding Officer, Ft. McPherson, Ga., congratulates Captain Richard Martin Rosenberger (MD), after presenting him the Bronze Star Medal (First Oak Leaf Cluster) for meritorious service as Flight Surgeon in 1969. (photo taken 1970)

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Something’s “Fishy” About Your Eyes When you look into your loved one’s eyes, you see a sparkle or a twinkle, but I see something “fishy” or lack thereof.

Many of you know that the omega-3 fatty acids, found in cold-water fish such as salmon, sardines, mackerel and tuna, benefit your heart. In fact, they are such powerful health boosters that the current recommendation is two servings of fatty fish a week. What Dr. Julie Poteet many people don’t know is that they affect your eye health as well. Evidence is mounting that diets high in omega-3 fatty acids decrease the incidence and severity of eye diseases such as dry eye syndrome, age-related macular degeneration and even glaucoma. Choosing the right source for your omega-3s is also very important.

Recent studies show that people who consume at least two servings of fish weekly are less likely to develop Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD), the leading cause of irreversible vision loss among people over 65 in the United States. In the study, those who consumed the highest levels of omega-3s had a 39 percent lower risk of AMD than those who consumed the least amounts of omega-3s. In another study, those who ate fish more than twice a week had a 50 percent lower risk of AMD than those who ate none.

What is a whiplash? Whiplash is not a true medical term but is more of an expression used to describe an injury to the spine that occurs when unexpected movement of your neck comes to an abrupt and grinding halt. There are numerous scientific terms for a whiplash injury; the best is Cervical Acceleration/ Deceleration injury or CAD. This term describes what happens during a Dr. Craig Gruber whiplash. It is the rapid acceleration of the head and neck, followed by a sudden stop of all movement. This action simulates a “Snapping Whip” thus the term “Whiplash.” The result is injury to the local soft tissues, such as ligaments, muscles, tendons and discs, along with injury to the vertebrae. The soft tissue structures are stretched beyond their elastic limit and tear. The vertebrae are damaged from excessive compressive forces, jamming them together.

The most common motor vehicle accident that causes “Whiplash” injuries is when one vehicle is struck from behind by another vehicle. The energy of the collision passes through the vehicle to the struck vehicle and then to the passengers. Although “Whiplash” injuries most commonly are caused by automobile collisions, they can occur from sports related activities and falls that cause the neck to get suddenly jerked as well.

Dry eye syndrome is a progressive disease that has an inflammatory component. A 2005 study showed that the amount, type and ratio of essential fatty acids in the diet may play a role in the prevention of dry eye disease in women. Women with the highest levels of omega-3s in their diets reduced their risk of dry eye disease by 20 percent. Another study of women found that those who ate at least five servings of canned cold-water fish a week had a 68 percent lower risk of dry eyes, compared to those who only consumed one serving.

Some of the common symptoms of a “Whiplash” injury are neck pain and stiffness, headache, shoulder pain, fatigue, jaw pain, arm pain as well as, mid and lower back pain. More severe “Whiplash” injuries include dizziness, visual disturbances, ringing in the ears, insomnia, disorientation, depression, anger, frustration and anxiety.

While I recommend a good quality fish oil supplement to many of my patients, there is much concern over the amount of mercury and PCBs in fish and fish oil supplements. In fact, two of the biggest issues with fish oil supplements are the contamination with heavy metals and the rapid oxidation that can occur after processing. It is crucial to choose a fish oil product from a company that deals with these issues. Also, fish oil consumption greater than 3,000 mg per day can increase clotting time, so patients on blood thinners should check with their family physician before using them.

* Always wear your safety belt.

Pregnant and lactating women should also check with their doctors before supplementing with fish oil.

Don’t let the story of “the big one that got away” be about your eyes. Talk to your doctor today about omega-3s or stop by and see us and we’ll look for anything “fishy.”

Dr. Julie Poteet is in private practice at Acworth Family Eyecare.

For more information, contact them at (770) 974-3153 or visit www.acwortheyes.com.

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There are ways to prevent or minimize “Whiplash” injuries. * Learn to properly adjust the head restraints for each individual in your vehicle. * Don’t tailgate. * If you sense you are going to be rear-ended, place your head back so it is touching the head restraint and position your head and body looking straight forward.

Proper positioning of the head restraint is very important. The center of the head restraint should be at the level of the top of your ear. The idea is for the back of your head to hit the restraint in an accident, not your neck. The distance between your head and the head restraint should be no more than three inches, so if the restraint can be tilted forward, move it so that it is no more than three inches from your head.

“Whiplash” injuries can be treated effectively with a combination of Chiropractic care to realign the vertebrae and physical therapy to speed up healing of the damaged soft tissues.

Dr. Craig Gruber is the owner/operator of Discover Chiropractic.

He has over 20 years of chiropractic experience and can be reached at (770) 423-9010.

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November Events Monthly Luncheon

Thursday, November 6 @ 11:30 a.m.

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October Luncheon

Lagniappe - ABA 101

Thursday, November 6 @ 10:30 a.m.

Learn how to “Connect” and make the ABA work for you. (Held prior to the luncheon.)

Morning Jolt

Tues., November 11 @ 7:45 - 9 a.m.

Held at: Main Street Coffee and Wine Bar

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Leads Exchange (ABA & WCBA)

Tues. November 11 @ 3 – 4:30 p.m.

The guest speaker for the October luncheon was Cobb Commission Chairman Tim Lee. The Silverbach Group, LLC, Attorneys at Law, were the sponsor for the ABA luncheon and the networking events in October. Mike Schroeder, owner of Carraba’s Italian Grill, catered the luncheon.

Pictured L – R: ABA Board of Director Andrew Windham, Mayor Tommy Allegood, Commission Chairman Tim Lee, Mike Schroeder, Ted Silverbach and ABA President Jay White.

Carraba’s Italian Grill catered the luncheon.

L-R: Danae Stiles, owner Mike Schroeder and Tracy Wilkins

School of the Month, Durham Middle School, received $300 from the ABA.

L-R: Thomas Panter-Administrator, Principal Dr. Patricia Alford and ABA BOD Andrew Windham

Held at: Fast Eddie’s Sports Cafe 3330 Cobb Parkway, Acworth

Alive After Five

Thursday, November 13 @ 5:30 p.m.

Held at: Mellow Mushroom 6121 Cedarcrest Road, Acworth

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October’s Alive After Five held at Gallery 4463 This month the AA5 featured a Tailgate Party which was hosted by Jeff & Cathy Green, owners of Gallery 4463 and sponsored by The Silverbach Group, Attorneys at Law. Chip Allen, owner of J.D.’s BBQ catered the event with a delicious variety of tailgate dishes.

Matthew Watson & Jay Thomas The Silverbach Group

Rick Caffey & Keith McCowen

Matthew & Jay giving away door Chip Allen, Mandy Endicott & T.J. Parson prizes with the help of Donna Adams.

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Gratitude Speaks

J. R. Lee

Recently, I was driving through Acworth and Kennesaw and was overwhelmed with a sense of gratitude as I prayed for the people that live in our community.

I resonated with the words written by a guy named Paul in the Bible in Ephesians 1:16-17. 16 I have not stopped thanking God for you. I pray for you constantly, 17 asking God, the glorious Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, to give you spiritual wisdom and insight so that you might grow in

your knowledge of God. That perfectly sums up how I pray and how I feel about this community. I want you to know that I am grateful for you – those I already know and those that I will meet very soon.

— D. M. D., P. C. ——

I have a confession. I am not always as good at living a life of gratitude as I desire. It’s ridiculous really, because I have so much for which to be grateful. Just in case you struggle with this at times also, let me share with you a few things I am learning about gratitude that might help you as well.

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1. Gratitude speaks up. Feeling gratitude is a good start but it shouldn’t end there. Speak up. When we are truly grateful, we will do our best to go back to the person who has blessed us by writing them a note, giving them a call, or sending them a text expressing our appreciation.

2. Gratitude begins when entitlement ends. I have heard this from numerous people and read it in numerous books.

The point is that you can’t be grateful for something you feel entitled to receive. Entitlement kills gratitude.

3. Gratitude is a lifestyle – not just a feeling. We can be grateful even in the midst of challenging circumstances. If you are not a follower of Jesus, just think about all of the blessings you have been given. If you are a follower of Christ, you can remember that even on your worst day, you have been adopted into God’s family. God is pleased with you based on what He has done for you – not what you have done for Him. It doesn’t get much better than that.

4. Gratitude is a breeding ground for generosity. Generosity is always cultivated in the context of gratitude. You will never find a truly grateful person that is stingy with their time and resources.

I don’t know if that helps you, but it sure helps me. That being said, for whom or for what are you grateful? Don’t just think it in your mind and keep that feeling inside. Do what you need to do in order to express that gratitude this Thanksgiving season.

Expressing gratitude will help you and it will encourage others.

It’s a win-win situation for everyone involved.

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J.R. Lee is the Pastor of Freedom Church, located at 3611 Cobb Parkway in Acworth. You may reach J.R. by calling the church at (770) 529-6006 or visit www.freedomchurch.tv.

Also, check out his blog at www.jrlee.tv.

S easons I love this time of year. The air is crisp, the sky is blue and the colors of fall are prevalent.

Grady Clark

Living here in the South, we are blessed to see the different seasons. Spring with the newness of life, Summer with the fullness of life, Autumn when the cycle of life is winding down and Winter when things lie dormant until the cycle begins again.

Now fall is my personal favorite, but all seasons have a place and a purpose. This shows us God’s design and perfection in everything He does. Nothing is by mistake, or mishap or even coincidence. It’s the same way in the seasons of our lives.

Ecclesiastes 3:1 tells us that “Everything Has Its Time”: “To everything there is a season, a time for every purpose under heaven.” This is a truth that sometimes is not easy to grasp, particularly if we are going through a difficult time in our lives.

It’s in these seasons that we have to grasp the truth of the relationship we have in Jesus Christ. Our hope is in Him, not in the outcome of a circumstance or situation. That’s why James tells us in James Chapter 1, verse 1, to “Count it All Joy” when in the midst of difficult situations.

Personally, I don’t like change overall. It’s hard for me to adapt.

I am a fairly routine oriented person and it takes time for me to adjust. The one change that gets me every spring and fall is the time change. Both have their advantages, but why can’t we just pick one and leave it alone? But, as this comes twice a year without fail, we too must also go through seasons of change.

Sometimes they are good seasons and we feel as though everything is going right - nothing can shake us. Other times, the seasons we are going through feel too difficult and we feel almost defeated. The good news is, while we go through seasonal changes, God goes through them with us and He doesn’t change in the midst of them! He is not swayed by our circumstances or situations. Hebrews 13:8 says: “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever.” So, keeping our eyes fixed on Him, rather than the circumstances, gives us hope. The wonderful truth that we can depend on is that no matter what we face, we are not alone.

So, I want to encourage you today that no matter what season you are in, whether good or not so good, we have a confidence in the one who designed all things and sustains all things He will see you through.

Grady Clark is the Pastor of Calvary Chapel River Oaks which currently meets at Brookwood Christian Academy, located at 4728 Wood Street in Acworth on Sunday mornings at 10:30 a.m. You may email Grady at CalvaryChapelRiverOaks@comcast.net or visit their website at www.CalvaryChapelRiverOaks.org.

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BAPTIST Antioch Baptist Bible Church 5871 Glade Road, (770) 529-1546 Pastor: Dr. Edward Kirsche, Sr.

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Awtrey-Westwood Baptist Church 5855 Awtrey Church Road NW, (770) 974-0023 Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m.

Sunday School: 9:45 a.m.

Wed. Svc: 7 p.m.

Pastor: Rev. Loy Frix Calvary Baptist Church of Acworth 4361 Westside Drive, (770) 974-4965 Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 6:30 p.m.

Sunday School: 9:45 a.m.

Wed. Svc: 6:30 p.m. www.calvarybaptistacworth.org Cedarcrest Church 4600 Cobb Pkwy NW, (678) 460-3500 Sunday Service: 9:30 & 11 a.m.

Adult & Children’s: 9:30 & 11 a.m.

Student Service: 9:30 a.m.

Pastor: George Wright www.cedarcrestchurch.com

Zion Hill Baptist Church 4255 Taylor St., (770) 974-8221 Sunday Service: 11 a.m.

Sunday School: 9:45 a.m.

Wed. Svc: 7:30 p.m.

Pastor: Dr. Frank Johnson, Jr.

Mount Olivet Baptist Church 2385 Acworth Due West Road, (770) 974-8335 Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m.

Sunday School: 9:45 a.m.

Wed. Svc: 6 p.m.

Pastor: Michael A. Smith

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New Hope Baptist Church 3814 New Hope Church Road, (770) 974-7612 Sunday Services: 11 a.m & 6 p.m.

Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Wed. Svc: 6:30 p.m.

Pastor: Brad Dewberry Piney Grove Baptist Church 1605 Mars Hill Road, (770) 428-5122 Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m.

Sunday School: 9:45 a.m.

Wed. Svc: 7 p.m.

Pastor: Scotty Davis www.pineygrove.net Redemption Baptist Church 4160 New Hope Church Road, (770) 529-0509 Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m.

Sunday School & Adult Bible Class: 10 a.m.

Wednesday Service: 7 p.m.

Pastor: Jerry Black

First Baptist Church of Acworth 4583 Church Street, (770) 974-3021 Sunday Services: 10:45 a.m. & 5:30 p.m.

Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.

Wed. Svc: 6 p.m.

Pastor: Dr. David M. Joyner www.fbcacworth.com

Sardis Missionary Baptist Church 2741 S. Main St., Kennesaw, (770) 428-4031 Sunday Worship: 11 a.m.

Sunday School: 9:15 a.m.

Wed. Svc: 7 p.m.

Pastor: Howard Lewis, Jr. www.sardismbckennesaw.org

Glade Road Baptist Church 6570 Glade Road, (770) 975-1143 Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m.

Sunday School: 9:45 a.m.

Wed. Svc: 7 p.m.

Pastor: Chuck Smith www.gladeroadbaptist.com

Summit Baptist Church 4310 Moon Station Lane, (770) 975-4595 Sunday Bible Study: 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Services: 11 a.m.

Pastor: Dr. Scott Miller www.summitchurch.org

Harvest Baptist Church 3460 Kellogg Creek Road, (770) 974-9091 Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 6:30 p.m.

Sunday School: 9:45 a.m.

Wed. Svc: 7 p.m.

Pastor: Dr. Reed www.harvestbaptistacworth.org

Thankful Baptist Church 928 Kennesaw Due West, Kenn.

Sunday Service: 10 a.m.

Pastor: John Harris www.thankfulbaptistkennesaw.org

Hickory Grove Baptist Church 2862 Hickory Grove Road Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Service: 11 a.m.

Pastor: Wendell King

Wed. Svc: 7 p.m.

Hickory Heights Baptist Church 221 Dabbs Bridge Road, (404) 488-3667 Sunday School: 9:45 a.m.

Sunday Service: 11 a.m.

Wed. Svc: 7 p.m.

Pastor: Phil Miller www.hickoryheights.org Hillcrest Baptist Church 6069 Woodstock Road, (770) 917-9100 Sunday Services: 10:45 a.m. & 6 p.m.

Sunday Alive Groups: 9:30 a.m.

Wed. Services: Youth/6:30 p.m. & Adults/7 p.m.

Pastor: Mike Maxwell www.hbcacworth.org Iron Hill Baptist Church 5172 Groovers Landing Road, (770) 974-2951 Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. (Child.) 10 a.m. (Adult) Sunday Svcs: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wed. Svc: 7 p.m.

Pastor: Dan Guider www.ironhillbaptist.org Johnson Ferry Baptist Church @ Cedarcrest 3950 Cobb Parkway, Suite 604, (678) 460-3510 Keystone Baptist Church Meets at Allatoona High School 3300 Dallas Acworth Highway, (678) 230-5317 Sunday Service: 11 a.m.

Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.

Pastor: Terry Nelson www.keystoneonline.org

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Morning View Baptist Church 3750 Dallas Acworth Hwy (770) 443-5600 Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. Wed. Svc: 7:15 p.m.

Pastor: Sammy Burgess

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The Entire Bible Baptist Church 4980 North Cobb Parkway (770) 926-1464 Sunday Services: 11 a.m., 6 p.m.

Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Wed. Svc: 7:30 p.m.

Pastor: Bill Avery Three Taverns Church 3575 Acworth Due West Road, (678) 856-8002 Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m.

Sunday School: 9:45 a.m.

Wed. Svc: 7 p.m.

Pastor: Doug Burrier www.threetavernschurch.org Victory Baptist Church 5717 Priest Road, Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m.

Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Wed. Svc: 7 p.m.

Pastor: Bro. Donald E. Lewis West Ridge Church 3522 Hiram Acworth Hwy., (770) 222-2125 Sunday Services: 9, 10:45 a.m. & 12:30 p.m.

Pastor: Brian Bloye www.westridge.com

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Christ Episcopal Church 1210 Wooten Lake Road, (770) 422-9114 Sunday Services: 8 & 10 a.m.

Christian Ed: 10 a.m.

Wednesday Service: 7 p.m. www.christchurch.episcopalatlanta.org St. Teresa's Episcopal Church 5725 Fords Road, (770) 590-9040 Sunday Services: 9 & 11 a.m.

Wednesday Service: 5:30 p.m. www.saintteresa.episcopalatlanta.org

JEHOVAH’S WITNESS Kingdom Hall Jehovah’s Witness 3795 Lakeview Way, NW (770) 975-1266

JUDAISM Chabad Jewish Center of Acworth www.Jewishwestcobb.com (678) 460-7702 Shabbat Svcs: 1st Saturday each month at 10 a.m., Last Friday of each month at 7 p.m.

Rabbi: Zalman Charytan Congregation Ner Tamid Reform Jewish Synagogue www.mynertamid.org (678) 264-8575

LUTHERAN Living Hope Lutheran Church 3450 Stilesboro Road, (770) 425-6726 Sunday Services: 9:15 & 11:15 a.m. www.livinghopevision.com Pastor: John Schubert First United Lutheran Church 3481 Campus Loop Rd., Kennesaw (770) 427-0325 Sunday Services: 9 & 11:15 a.m.

Pastor: Tony Prinsen www.fulc.org

PRESBYTERIAN Acworth Presbyterian Church 4561 Church Street, (770) 974-6552 Sunday Service: 11 a.m.

Sunday School: 9:45 a.m.

Pastor: Rev. Greg Moore www.acworthpresbyterianchurch.org Christ Community Church Meets at Kennesaw Comm. Ctr., (770) 529-2600 Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m.

Pastor: Mike Glass www.christcommunitycobb.org

Western Hills Baptist Church 700 Mars Hill Road, Kennesaw, (770) 425-7118 Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m.

Pastor: Steve Baskin www.westernhillsbaptist.org

Kirkwood Presbyterian Church USA 618 Acworth Due West Road, (770) 427-3545 Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Services: 10:30 a.m.

Pastor: Rev. Catherine Renken www.kirkwoodpc.org

Wildwood Baptist Church 4801 Wade Green Road NW, (770) 428-2100 Sunday Services: 9:30 & 11 a.m.

Sunday Sch: 9:30 & 11 a.m. Wed. Svc: 6:30 p.m.

Pastor: Ric Cadle www.wildwoodbaptist.org

Mars Hill Presbyterian Church 3385 Mars Hill Road NW, (770) 974-4395 Sunday Services: 8:45 & 11:15 a.m.

Pastor: Dr. Bryant C. Harris www.mhchurch.com

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ROMAN CATHOLIC St. Catherine of Siena Roman Catholic Church 1618 Ben King Road, NW, (770) 428-7139 Saturday Vigil: 4:30 & 6:30 p.m.

Sunday Masses: 7 & 9 a.m., 12, 2 & 5 p.m.

Pastor: Rev. John M. Matejek www.stcatherinercc.org

Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints Sunday Services: 9 & 11:30 a.m.

5095 Holt Road NW, (770) 975-1788 Cobb Vineyard Church 3206 Old Highway 41, (678) 574-0005 Sunday Services: 10 & 11:30 a.m.

Pastor: Thomas Cooley www.cobbvineyard.com

UNITED METHODIST

1808 Ben King Road, (770) 428-1543 Sunday Service: 8:30, 9:39, 9:45 & 11 a.m.

Sunday School: 9:39 & 11 a.m.

Tuesday: 7 p.m. REVIVE Pastor: Wallace Wheeles www.kennesawumc.org

New Beginnings United Methodist Church 2925 Mack Dobbs Road, (770) 421-9980 Sunday Service: 9:30 & 10:45 a.m.

Pastor: Scott Brown www.nbumc.org

OTHER CHURCHES

Activation Church 3415 Old Highway 41, Suite 720, Kennesaw Sunday Service: 11 a.m.

Pastor: Aram Mushegan

Freedom Church 3611 Cobb Parkway (770) 529-6006 Pastor: J.R. Lee www.freedomchurch.tv Gateway Church 1455 Ben King Road, (770) 423-0982 Sunday Service: 11 a.m.

Pastor: Andy Smith www.gatewaykennesaw.org Grace Church of Acworth Georgia 96 Blazing Ridge Way, (678) 447-2400 Sunday Service: 11 a.m.

Wed. Svc: 7 p.m.

Elder: Mark Namirr mancpa@comcast.net

Acworth Christian Church 4476 Northside Drive, (770) 974-1358

Household of Faith Bible Church Meets at North Cobb Christian School, (770) 365-6723 4500 Lakeview Drive Sunday Service: 10 a.m.

Pastor: L. Keith Lewis www.HOFBC.org

Acworth Church of God of Prophecy Ministry 3891 Nance Road NW, (770) 975-1124 Sunday Services: 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m.

Wednesday Service: 7 p.m.

Pastor: Rev. John Paul Benning www.acworthchurch.com

Joshua Gospel Tabernacle 4161 Southside Drive, Sunday Bible Study: 9:45 a.m.; Sunday Service: 11 a.m., Wed. Service: 7:30 p.m.

Pastor: Tim Houston www.joshuagospeltabernacle.com

Branches of Christ 5946 Jacobs Road, (770) 917-4964 Pastor: Steve Pettit www.branchesofchrist.com

Kellogg Creek Church of Christ 3510 Kellogg Creek Road, (770) 974-2814 Sunday Services: 10:30 a.m.

Sunday School: 9:30 a.m., Wed. Service: 7:30 p.m. www.kelloggcreekchurchofchrist.org

Bethel A.M.E. Church 4826 School Street, (770) 597-7111 Sunday Service: 11 a.m.

Sunday School: 9:45 a.m.

Wed. Svc: 7 p.m.

Pastor: Rev. Leela Brown Waller www.bethelacworth.net Calvary Chapel River Oaks Meets at Brookwood Christian Academy 4728 Wood Street, (770) 881-4862 or (678) 977-0087 Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m.

Pastor: Grady Clark www.calvarychapelriveroaks.org Christ the King Church of Greater Atlanta 6464 Highway 92, (770) 924-9161 Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m.; Prayer Thursday: 7:30 p.m.

Pastor: Jason Tomczak www.ctkatlanta.com

LifeBridge Church 3102 Loring Road, (770) 422-3010 Sunday Service: 9:30 & 11:15 a.m.

Pastor: Aaron Gable www.mylifebridgechurch.com Love Community Church 5598 Bells Ferry Road, (404) 663-1828 Sunday Service: 10 a.m.

Pastor: Donna Lucas Mission For Life Church Meets at Pitner Elementary School, (678) 549-8070 4575 Wade Green Rd. Bible Study: 10 a.m.

Sunday Service: 11 a.m.

Pastor: Kim C. Moore www.missionforlife.org

New Covenant Full Gospel Inc 5653 Priest Road, (770) 974-0685 NorthStar Church 3413 Blue Springs Road, (770) 420-9808 Sunday Services: 9:30 & 11 a.m.

Pastor: Mike Linch www.northstarchurch.org Northwest Christian Church 3737 Dallas-Acworth Hwy, (770) 425-2525 Sunday School: 9:30 & 11 a.m.

Sunday Services: 9:30 & 11 a.m.

Pastor: Jay Rice www.nwcc.net Prayer & Praise Christian Fellowship Church 6409 Bells Ferry Road, (770) 928-2795 Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m.

Christian Living Class: 10 a.m.

Wednesday Prayer Meeting: 7:30 p.m.

Pastor: Larry Baker www.prayerandpraise.org River’s Edge Church 3891 Nance Road NW, (678) 318-1918 Sunday Services: 5 p.m.

Mid Week & Student Worship: 7 p.m.

Pastor: David Moore www.RiversEdgeAtl.com River of Life Church Meets at Northwest Family YMCA, (770) 598-4090 Sunday Services: 10 a.m.

Pastor: Randy McGovern www. riveroflifechristiancenter.net RiverStone Church 2005 Stilesboro Road, (678) 384-5200 Sunday Services: 9 & 11 a.m.

Pastor: Tom Tanner www.riverstoneonline.org Sanctuary Church 700 Mars Hill Road, (770) 884-1963 Sunday Services: 9:30 & 11:30 a.m.

Pastor: Craig Bowler www.sanctuaryinhim.org Unity of Kennesaw Meets at Big Shanty Elementary, (770) 422-9552 Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Service & Youth Ministry: 11 a.m.

Rev. Kelly Thomas www.unityofkennesaw.org Victory Church 4625 Highway 92, (770) 794-7366 Sunday Service: 9 &10:45 a.m.

Pastor: Jeff Hidden www.victoryga.com Vintage 242 Church 8492 Hiram Acworth Highway, (678) 383-2299 Sunday Services: 9 & 10:45 a.m.

Pastor: Steve Hambrick www.vintage242.com

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Dayspring Church St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church 6835 Victory Drive, (770) 516-5733 680 West Memorial Drive, (770) 443-0566 Sunday Service: 10 a.m.

Saturday Vigil: 4 & 6 p.m. (6 p.m. En Espanol) Wednesday Service: 7 p.m.

Sunday: 8 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. & 5 p.m.

Rev. Adrian Pleus www.saintvincentdepaulchurch.org Pastor: Tony Crawford www.dayspringchurch-online.com Eagle Pointe Church 5100 Old Stilesboro Road, (770) 421-1643 Sunday Services: 10 & 11:30 a.m.

Acworth United Methodist Church Pastor: Howard Koepka www.eaglepointe.org 4340 Collins Circle, (770) 974-3312 Sunday Services: 8:30, 9:30 & 11 a.m.

Empowerment Worship Center Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.

2012 Hickory Grove Road, (770) 609-9062 Pastor: James Gwin www.acworthumc.org Sunday Celebration: 10 a.m.

Pastor: Rev. Deanna Fountain-Breeden County Line United Methodist Church www.EMPOWERMENTWC.org 1183 County Line Road, NW, (770) 428-0511 Sunday Services: 8:45 & 11 a.m.

Faith Family Church Sunday School: 10 a.m.

5744 Bells Ferry Road, (770) 926-4560 Pastor: Rev. Scott Pickering Sunday Service: 10 a.m. www.countylineumc.org Wednesday Service: 7 p.m.

Pastor: J. Tommy White, Jr. www.faithagchurch.com Due West Methodist 3956 Due West Road, (770) 427-3835 Four Points Church Sunday Services: 8:30, 9:39, 9:45 & 11:05 a.m.

Meets at Picketts Mill Elementary Sunday School: 9:39 & 11:05 a.m.

6400 Old Stilesboro Road, (678) 402-6632 Pastor: Dr. Tom Davis www.duewest.org Sunday Service: 10 a.m.

Pastor: Brent Stephens www.fourpointschurch.tv Kennesaw United Methodist Church

Mount Olives Church of God 5065 Cherokee Street, (678) 651-9042 Sunday Service: 11 a.m.

Tuesday Bible Study: 7:30 p.m.

Pastor: Reneau Luzincourt reneauluzincourt@yahoo.com

Wholistic Life Ministry 1719 Nemours Dr. NW, Kennesaw 678-836-9586 Sunday Service: 11 a.m.

Pastor: Jay Jones www.wholisticlifeministry.org Word of God Word of Truth Church Sunday Services being held at The Scout Hut-Roberts Park (770) 428-8279 Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m.

Pastor: Galen Bias

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Chiropractors

Dogwood Forest Assisted Living Community (678) 831-4999 4461 S. Main Street, Acworth

James D. Haley (770) 974-1494 4807 S. Main Street, Acworth

KAMS Auto Service Center (770) 529-0330 4978 N. Cobb Parkway, NW

The Tech Doctors (770)575-0155

Counseling Thrive Counseling (678) 986-1816 www.thrivecounselingcenter.com 6095 Pine Mountain Road, Ste 105, Kennesaw

LGE Credit Union (770) 424-0060 www.lgeccu.org

Daycare Kids Day Care (678) 208-7608 www.taatt.org

Liberty Tax Service (678) 567-9936 1727 Mars Hill Road

Dentists/Orthodontists

Barber Shop

Acworth Family Dentistry (770) 974-8211 www.acworthfamilydentistry.com 3104 Creekside Village Drive, # 301, Kennesaw

Buck’s Barber Shop (770) 966-0504 8876 Dallas Acworth Highway, Suite 110

Business Consulting

Carpet & Upholstery Cleaners Carpet Dry-Tech (678) 368-5991 58

Brookwood Christian Academy (678) 401-5855 www.brookwoodchristian.com 4728 Wood Street, Acworth DeRiche Agency, Inc. (678) 490-3761 3175 Cherokee Street, Kennesaw

Computer Services/Repair GhostNet, Inc (770) 852-2292 www.ghostnetinc.com

Angle Oaks Home Loans (770) 870-0644

Small BIZZ MBA (404) 580-6331 www.smallbizzmba.com

Bascomb United Methodist Preschool (770) 926-0397 www.bascombpreschool.com 2295 Bascomb Carmel Road, Woodstock

The Joint (678) 574-5959 3384 Cobb Parkway, Suite 450 www.thejoint.com

Banking/Financial Services

ADVOCOS (678) 213-0649 www.advocos.com

Education/Instruction/Counseling

North Cobb Spine & Nerve Institute (678) 574-5678 3451 Cobb Parkway, Acworth Ryan Family Chiropractic Wellness Center (678) 664-4028 www.RFCWC.com 3330 Cobb Parkway NW, Suite 332, Acworth

Automotive

Revolution Auto Service of Kennesaw (770) 212-3762 www.Revolutionautokennesaw.com 3620 Kennesaw North Industrial Pkwy, Kennesaw

Williams Orthodontics (770) 592-5554 145 Towne Lake Parkway, #201, Woodstock

Lake City Chiropractic (770) 529-0566 4500 S. Main Street, #104, Acworth

Attorneys/Legal Services

AutoBuffs Express Carwash (678) 213-1313

Park Pediatric Dentistry (770) 926-9260 www.pediatricwoodstockdentist.com 1816 Eagle Drive, Woodstock

Discover Chiropractic & Rehabilitation (770) 423-9010 www.discoverrehab.com 3940 Cherokee Street, Kennesaw

Assisted Living

Anthony Cheatham (770) 529-8940 4807 S. Main Street, Acworth

Northwest Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Associates (770) 429-2326

Dr. R. Glenn Reece, DMD (770) 429-8989 www.drglennreese.com 2320 Baker Road, Acworth Dr. Daniel Lee DMD, PC (770) 974-4146 www.acworthdental.com 4427 Carnes Street, Acworth Fountain View Dentistry (770) 926-0000 www.fountainviewsmiles.com 1816 Eagle Drive, Woodstock

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North Cobb Christian School (770) 975-0252 www.ncchristian.org

Fitness Core Body Works (770) 975-8228 www.corebodyworks.com Life Quest Fitness (678) 973-0635

Funeral Home/cemetery Georgia Funeral Care & Cremation (678) 574-3016 www.georgiafuneralcare.com Winkenhofer Pine Ridge Funeral Home

and Cemetery (770) 422-7299 www.winkenhoferpineridgefuneralhome.com 2950 Cobb Parkway, Kennesaw

Health & Beauty Cloud 9 Nail Salon (678) 653-9675 3969 South Main Street, Suite 120 jSpa Massage (678) 574-3810 3450 Cobb Parkway Massage Therapy at Brookstone (770) 317-3040 angelawhite.massageplanet.com Mae Magnifique Salon (678) 571-9092 Signature Salon and Spa (678) 403-1949

Heating & Air Conditioning

Painting

Reliable Heating (770) 594-9969 www.reliableair.com

Steve’s Painting (770) 231-9494

Bill Kettering Photography (770) 509-9280 www.billketteringphotography.com

Home Improvement/Repair & Service

Happy Trails Pet Center (678) 402-5025 4451 Acworth Industrial Drive www.happytrailspetcenter.com

Retail stores Foot Solutions (770) 575-2238 3450 Cobb Parkway

Pet Play Place (770) 919-8738 www.petplayplace.com 2687-C McCollum Parkway, Kennesaw

Trinity Reconstruction (404) 250-2707

Simple Elegance 3450 Cobb Parkway, Suite 200 Vape Life (678) 702-3224

Physicians and Medical Services

Insurance American Family Insurance (770) 627-3493 www.amfam.com 4344 Southside Drive, Suite A, Acworth

East Cobb Pediatrics www.eastcobbpeds.com (770) 795-4553

Restaurants/Food Services Cookies by Design (770) 578-0200

Northside Hospital (770) 720-5100 201 Hospital Road, Canton www.northside.com

Genworth — Long Term Care Insurance (770) 294-5745 D Ward Insurance (770) 974-0670 www.DWardInsurance.com

JD’s Bar-B-Que (770) 974-8434 4424 South Main Street, Acworth

Skin Cancer Specialist (770) 422-5557 Vinings Surgery Center (770) 955-9000

WellStar (770) 956-STAR (7827) www.wellstar.org

Jewelry/Appearal Glitz & Glamour

(770) 529-4993 www.glitzandglamourinc.com 4857 N. Main Street, #210, Acworth

Jeweled Destiny (678) 498-8897 440 Barrett Parkway. Suite 27, Kennesaw

Plumbers AquaDoc Plumbing (770) 516-9000 www.plumbdr.com

Lawn Maintenance/Landscaping

Optometrist/Eyewear

The YMCA (770) 423-9622 1700 Dennis Kemp Ln, Kennesaw

Pet Services

The Mad Hatter (770) 740-8133 www.madhatterservices.com 5220 Atlanta Highway, Alpharetta

Acworth Family Eyecare (770) 974-3153 www.acwortheyes.com 3459 Acworth Due West Road, #101, Acworth

SKY ZONE

(678) 426-4400 1650 Airport Rd. Suite 105, Kennesaw

Hole-In-One Pest Solutions (770) 445-2215 www.holeinonepest.com

Ridge Runners Gutters (770) 334-2761

South Scapes Landscape Company (404) 867-9541

North Cobb Christian School (770) 975-0252 www.ncchristian.org/camps

Pest Control

Mancilla Roofing & Construction (678) 855-1919

TK & Sons Plumbing (770) 529-0799 www.tkandsonsplumbing.com

Real Estate Debi Smith (770) 240-2004

Bascomb United Methodist Preschool (770) 926-0397 www.bascombpreschool.com Discovery Point (770) 974-3036 – Acworth/Dallas (678) 453-3400 – Acworth/Kennesaw

Create A Memory (770) 974-3686

Jeffrey C. Glover (404) 694-0550 www.bren-abby.com

Mark’s Lawn Care (404) 925-4694

Photo LaB

Dr. Fixit, Ph.D. (770) 974-2390 www.drfixitphd.com

PG5 Tree Service & Landscaping (404) 587-8140 (678) 988-8568

Photographer

Thermo-Tech HVAC & More (404) 490-9564 Acworth, GA 30101

Lawn Doctor of Acworth (770) 517-2129

ReCREATION/Summer camps Acworth Parks and Recreation (770) 917-1234 4762 Logan Road, Acworth

Mangos Japanese Restaurant (770) 693-6770 2535 Hickory Grove Rd., Suite 109

Mexico Tipico (770) 974-5054 3161 Cobb Pkwy, Acworth Rico’s Mex Mex Grill (770) 917-9791 3770 Southside Drive, Acworth

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ReCycling Acworth Recycling (770) 966-9751 www.acworthrecycling.com 5497 N. Main Street, Acworth

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