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Acworth, Georgia

Message from the Mayor As summer winds down, we hope that each of you have made many 2014 summer memories with your families! The end of summer marks the beginning of a new school year for our children. For our principals, administrators, teachers and bus drivers there is a lot of preparation taking place to provide our children with the highest level academic experience possible. We have two public high schools, three middle schools, five elementary schools and three private schools serving our residents! We always say that educational opportunities are a key component to the quality of life in a community. When families are making a choice as to where to live, the quality of the local schools is always the decision maker. We are proud to be represented by such great schools! We ask that you keep the special people that make our schools so great in your thoughts and prayers as they enter another year of impacting the lives of our children. We would like to thank our partners at the Acworth Business Association for welcoming our teachers back to school and letting them know they are appreciated by their community. The Acworth Business Association will conduct eight teacher appreciation breakfasts and luncheons throughout the week of pre-planning. This is a very special resource they are providing to our community! We are pleased to announce that through the support of an anonymous benefactor, private organizations, nonprofit partners and the Acworth Housing Authority, we will continue another year of the “Expanding Horizons” and “Acworth Achievers” programs. More than nine years ago, a generous businessman in the community approached the city about starting a program that made an 6

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“impact on the lives of children in our community.” That simple concept led to the formation of the “Expanding Horizons” program that takes underserved children in the Acworth area on educational field trips during the school year. Horizons has been funded by community partners! There are many partnerships that have also funded new programs that support the Acworth Achievers After School Program. Northwest YMCA supports a summer lunch program for children in need, the Atlanta Hawks renovated the meeting location for the after school program, there are special nights at the North Georgia State Fair provided by the Fair Board and JRM Management, college tours sponsored by Cobb EMC, additional facility improvements provided by BB&T Bank and most recently, special fishing adventures facilitated by our new partners at Cabela’s. As always, for more information on any of these projects, events and programs, you can visit www.acworth.org. Also, be sure to 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. God Bless and Make it Count, Tommy

Acworth’s New City Alderman Brett North – Certified Results: July 22, 2014 Special Election Brett North: 656 Kevin Wigington: 601 Brett North will be sworn into office at a Special Called Meeting on Monday, August 4, 2014, at 6:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at City Hall.

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The Mayor and Board of Aldermen reviewed City needs of over $100,000,000 in projects. The Mayor and Aldermen, working with City staff, narrowed the list down to projects which would have the greatest benefits to the citizens of Acworth and those projects that have high priorities based on community input. In addition the city held community meetings on May 13, and July 17, to get additional input into potential projects. To view the Tier 1 List of projects and the Tier 2 List, please visit www.acworth.org. Projects on the Tier 2 List would only be considered for funding if there are additional funds available once Tier 1 Projects are complete. For more information, visit www.acworth.org or call City Hall at (770) 974-3112.

Jim Croft of Croft & Associates, discusses the design of the Acworth/ Kennesaw Regional Library & Cultural Arts Center. L – R: Brian Ingram, Mayor Tommy Allegood, Nichole Knox, Jim Croft and Helen Poyer.

New Business Play It Again Music recently opened in Acworth located on Cherokee Street (just off I-75 & the Glade Road exit 278, across from Ingles). They have used guitars, amps, drums, lighting, PA gear, etc. Stop driving all over town chasing Craigslist ads or searching Pawn Shops for used equipment. Owner, David Evans says “It’s all right here!” For more information, visit www. PlayItAgainMusic.biz or call (706) 949-1293.

CONTEST CORNER Last Month’s Winner: Cobb County DOT Director Faye Dismassimo answers questions regarding some of the projects up for vote in November. L – R: Drew Arnold, Kevin & Kim Wigington, Michael Wright and Faye Dismassimo.

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L– R: Acworth Parks & Rec Director James Albright, Cobb County Parks & Rec’s Arts Coordinator Meryl Manfre, Program Coordinator Wendy Collins and Program Manager J.C. Redd were on hand to discuss upcoming projects to the local parks.

On November 4, 2014, Cobb County voters will have the option to renew the one penny SPLOST for Roads, Parks & Public Safety (SPLOST 2016). If approved by the voters, the City of Acworth’s share of these funds is approximately $33,400,000 over 6 years.

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The Acworth Football and Cheerleading Association, Inc. (AFCA) provides competitive and instructional football and cheerleading opportunities for children between the ages of 3 — 12 years old. Children are divided into single age groups, and within those age groups are assigned to teams with kids of similar abilities and experience levels. The Association will also be starting a flag football league for children ages 3 — 4. Tackle football starts at age 5. Come join the Warrior Football and Cheerleading family!

Be a part of the tradition of excellence! The 7th annual North Cobb High School Warrior Way 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, September 27. The Warrior Way begins at 7:30 a.m. at Cauble Park, Acworth Beach, and runs through shaded, historic Acworth neighborhoods, ending back at the beach. The 1K Fun Run starts at 8:30 a.m. All proceeds benefit NCHS Cross Country and Cauble Park. For more information or to register, visit www.active.com or www.northcobbcrosscountry.org. Take the challenge, and come out to run a 5K the Warrior Way!

Registration fees vary. Registration includes a helmet, shoulder pads, game pants, practice pants and game jersey. The only thing that parents need to provide is a practice jersey, cleats and a mouth piece. For more information, call (770) 974-1688 or visit www.acworthwarriors.com.

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Acworth Basketball The Acworth Parks, Recreation and Community Resource Department is excited to announce registration for the 20142015 season of Acworth Basketball! The league is for children between the ages of 5 – 14. Registration begins August 1, practices begin in November and games tip off in early December. Register before September 5 and receive a $10 early bird discount. Deadline to register is October 17. The cost of the 5/6 co-ed division is $105/City of Acworth Residents and $125/non-City of Acworth residents. All other divisions are $155/City of Acworth Residents and $175/nonCity of Acworth residents. All costs include a new uniform and drawstring bag! All games and practices held at local schools. For more information or to register, please visit www.acworthbasketball.com. If you have any further questions, please call (770) 917-1234 or email mlewis@acworth.org.

Acworth Baseball Association The Acworth Baseball Association is currently accepting online registrations for the 2014 Fall Baseball Season at www. acworthbaseball.org. Acworth Baseball provides a safe, challenging and most of all, fun instructional and competitive baseball experience for boys and girls, ages 4 to 19. The goal is to instill in the children of this community the ideas of good sportsmanship, honesty, loyalty and a sense of teamwork so that they may become strong, healthy, well adjusted members of the community. An on-site registration day will take place on August 2 at the Sports Complex concession stand from 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Fees vary depending on the age of the participant. All registration fees, age group information, and additional information are posted at www.acworthbaseball.org. Come join one of the best youth baseball programs around! 10

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PTSA getting a facelift? Wait, what! Well, not exactly, but the PTSA at Awtrey Middle School is seeking faces – new and familiar – to help begin the 2014-2015 school year with a big bang! They are seeking individuals, young and old, moms and dads, grandmas and grandpas, aunts and uncles, to volunteer in the school library, make copies for teachers, find business sponsors, bake or cook for teacher and staff appreciation days, develop community outreach programs, join WatchDOGS, work in the school store, participate in campus clean up days, help on committees that plan events for students and so much more! No experience necessary! If you have a heart to enrich the lives of children (even teenagers) then they will find a volunteer role that you enjoy! For more information or to volunteer, please email ptsa.awtreyvikings@gmail.com.

Kennesaw’s Program Palooza Discover new ways for your family to have fun at the 10th annual Program Palooza — a safari-themed open house party guaranteed to bring out the “wild child” in everyone. The event is scheduled on Saturday, August 9, from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., at the Ben Robertson Community Center, 2753 Watts Drive; and is sponsored by WellStar. It’s a jungle out there, so let the friendly staff and instructors be your adventure guides to help you navigate through all of the new and exciting recreation activities that will be offered this fall — from sports, dance and fitness programs to arts & crafts and adult enrichment classes. Attendees will be eligible to receive a 10% discount off any program offered by the Kennesaw Parks & Recreation Department. This offer cannot be combined with any other discount or promotion. This discount only applies to primary registration fees, and does not apply to user fees. For more information, call (770) 422-9714.

Women’s Triathlon The Acworth Parks, Recreation and Community Resource Department and Georgia Multi-Sports hosts a women’s triathlon at Dallas Landing Park each year. This year the race will be held on Sunday, August 3, beginning at 7:30 a.m. Ovarian Cycle, Inc is the Official Charity for The Acworth Women Sprint Triathlon. For more information or to register for this event, please visit www.gamultisports.com/acworthwomenssprinttriathlon.

TASB Cut-a-Thon for Autism: 2 days/24 hours of Hope & Style – Transforming Looks and Transforming Lives on August 23 & 24, 2014 TASB Cut-A-Thon for Autism 2014 is a recognized event that showcases salons, barbershops, talented stylists and barbers. They are proud to include only the most prestigious stylists and barbers with big hearts who are giving enough to donate their services for this cause. Clients are encouraged to visit the participating salons and barber shops that are hosting the volunteer stylists and barbers from the metro Atlanta area.

Achievers provides a strong foundation for building local partnerships and introducing many residents to the benefits of outdoor recreation. Cabela’s plans to open their doors on Thursday, August 21, at 11 a.m. The grand opening weekend will run through Sunday, August 24, with family friendly activities, celebrity appearances and outdoor seminars. There will also be chances to win sweepstakes prizes and giveaways.

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Clients will receive professional hair care services with a 50% discount while helping to raise funds and awareness for autism. Stylists and barbers will come together from all corners of the world, for two consecutive days, transforming looks and transforming lives. This impressive event is driven entirely by volunteers. Proceeds go to a variety of autism organizations. For details of TASB volunteers, festivities, a list of salon and barbershop hosts and to register for the TASB Cut-A-Thon for Autism 2014, contact TASB at (770) 355-4934 or visit www.TASBvolunteer.org. Jordan Fessehaie

Cabela’s & Acworth Achievers Go Fish

Recently, the management team of the new Cabela’s in Acworth took a group of children from the Acworth Achievers Mentoring and After School Program, fishing on Lake Allatoona at Proctor Landing. The children were mentored on proper fishing techniques including casting, baiting hooks and unhooking their catch. One of the many highlights of the day was that the children were given their own rods and reels from the Cabela’s staff to keep for future fishing adventures. Cabela’s plans to continue building their relationship with the Acworth Achievers and other groups in the community. The Acworth Achievers mission is to provide middle and high school students educational assistance, consistent recreational activities, adult guidance and encouragement through mentorship to develop positive and more advantageous habits. At the end of the day almost all of the children had caught a fish and were ready for a pizza lunch provided by Cabela’s. More than half of the children had never been fishing before, but were eager to go again after having such a fun day out at the park. The opportunity for Cabela’s to open a store in the local area and partner with such a wonderful group as the Acworth 12

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L–R: Anya Brante, Katherine Mcutt, and Scott Bursmith, Principal, Allatoona High School

Strength in Stilettos (SIS) student organization recently awarded two $500 scholarships to graduating senior girls who stand tall in their school and community. This year’s honorees were selected based on academics, community service and their essay stating how they “find strength in their stilettos.” This year’s honorees are Katherine McNutt, of Allatoona High School, who will attend Young Harris College and Jordan Fessehaie of North Cobb High School, who will attend Boston University. “We are excited to be able to continue to help make college dreams a reality for girls through our scholarship program. Both scholarship winners are wonderful representatives of our schools,” stated Anya Brante, Co-Founder of Strength in Stilettos and Allatoona High School student. Strength in Stilettos holds an annual Prom Dress Consignment Sale at Allatoona High School helping girls make prom affordable and memorable for all. Girls are able to purchase a fabulous dress for prom, as well as, earn cash by selling their gently loved dress. Unsold dresses are donated to Becca’s Closet providing prom dresses to girls in need. Proceeds from the sale help to fund the scholarship program, as well as, grants to local schools to support programs that benefit girls. Since 2011, the organization has donated more than 300 dresses, awarded $1,500 in grants and $3,000 in scholarships for girls. Strength in Stilettos is a female student organization dedicated to supporting, enhancing and empowering girls through promoting academic achievement and community service. For more information about the program and/or the upcoming 2015 Prom Dress Consignment Sale, visit www.strengthinstilettos.org or email promsale11@yahoo.com.

Taste of Kennesaw The KBA and City of Kennesaw invite you and your family to sample more than 30 local restaurants from the Kennesaw and Cobb County area. Who doesn’t like to eat? This is a great way to sample all your favorite restaurants again and again! Come out on Saturday, September 6, from 11 am – 8 pm in downtown Kennesaw. Admission is FREE and samples range from $1– 4. More than 30 restaurants including The Melting Pot, Wing Stop, Williamson Bros. BBQ, Bruster’s Ice Cream, Big Shanty BBQ, Mr. Burrito, Copeland’s of New Orleans, McAlister’s Deli, Ray’s NY Pizza, Carrabba’s & California Dreaming and more will tempt your taste buds. The Main Street tage will have local entertainment all day. The Taste of Kennesaw beer garden will feature acoustic sounds of Scott Thompson from 11 am – 3 pm. There will be an enormous Kids Zone with interactive inflatables featuring the 33’ Shark Slide, Euro Bungee Quad Jump, 24’ Rockwall, 120’ Roller Coaster Obstacle Course and much more.

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The Historic Downtown Acworth Farmer’s Market will run each Friday morning from 7 - 11 a.m., through October 31. The market has a new location this year Historic Downtown Acworth – it will be relocated to the Acworth First Baptist Church parking lot, located at the corner of Main Street and Church Street! This will allow more room for vendors and parking.

The Kennesaw Farmers Market will be open every Tuesday from 7 a.m. - 1 p.m., rain or shine, through the end of October. It will be held at 2753 Watts Drive, in the Adams Park Soccer Field Parking Lot. The Market will feature a variety of vegetables, fruits and herbs grown by local farmers, as well as fresh baked breads, cakes and cookies, landscape plants and flowers and other assorted goods. Support your neighbors by shopping often!

Customers will have a wide variety of garden ripe Georgia grown vegetables, bedding plants, fresh baked pies, cakes, bread and jams to choose from each week. Part of the fun is visiting with the farmers and other participants each week and checking out the new arrivals fresh from the farm. This is sponsored by the Acworth Downtown Development Authority. For more information or to be a vendor, please visit their website at www.AcworthParksAndRecreation.org or call (770) 917-1234.

The Georgia Department of Natural Resources issues a ban on open burning through September 30 of each year. Fiftyfour counties in Georgia are affected. During the ban period, residents may not burn leaves, tree limbs or other yard waste, forest land or use air curtain destructors for land clearing. For more information, call (770) 387- 4900 or visit www.gadnr.org.

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Born Again Blessings Children’s Consignment Sale — Children’s and maternity clothes, shoes, toys, nursery items, baby equipment, furniture and more! The sale will be held on Friday, August 1, from 9 a.m. — 7 p.m. and on Saturday, August 2, from 9 a.m. — noon. The preview sale will be open on Thursday to workers and sellers only. First time moms can sign up for early shopping privileges. It will be held at the Cobb County Civic Center located at 548 Marietta Parkway, Marietta. For information, visit www. bornagainblessings.com. Due West Treasure Chest Children’s/Teen Consignment Sale — The sale will take place on Thursday, August 21, from 9:30 a.m. — 7 p.m.; Friday, August 22, from 9:30 a.m. — 6 p.m.; and Saturday, August 23, from 8 a.m. — 12 noon at the Due West United Methodist Church Family Life Center located at 3956 Due West Road, Marietta. Many items will be 1/2 price on Saturday ONLY. We offer high-quality items at greatly reduced prices. Gently used children’s, juniors and teens clothing, accessories, shoes, formal wear, maternity, accessories, school uniforms, baby items/furniture, electronics, books, CDs, videos/DVDs, toys and more! Strollers are welcome. Like us on Facebook! For more information, visit www.duewest.org/community/consignment sale or email duewesttreasurechest@yahoo.com or to volunteer, email treasurechestvolunteer@yahoo.com. Tots to Tweens Consignment Sale — Sponsored by Northwest Atlanta Moms of Multiples. Everything you need for your family from tots to tweens! Strollers are welcome! Electronic tagging — it’s so much faster at checkout! We have more than just top quality name brand clothes in sizes 0-juniors, we have EVERYTHING parents need including nursery and toddler furniture/decor/ equipment, high chairs, swings, toys, games, outdoor play equipment, gently used bikes and scooters, single/double/triple strollers, portable cribs, car seats (recent models only), books, CDs, DVDs, shoes of all sizes and holiday clothing. We pride ourselves not only on our high quality, but great prices and EASY shopping! NOWAMOM is a nonprofit organization serving the parents of twins, triplets and higher order multiples, BUT OUR SALE IS FOR EVERYONE! Kids are welcome. We accept cash, check debit /credit cards ($2 processing fee). Open to the public on Saturday, September 6, from 9 a.m. — 2 p.m. at Sandy Plains Baptist Church, 2825 Sandy Plains Rd, Marietta. For more information, email sale@nowamom.org, visit their Facebook page or their website at www. NOWAMOM.org. Please bring in this notice for EARLY admittance before the public sale on Sat., September 6, from 8 a.m.– 9 a.m. Acworth UMC PASSitON Fall & Winter Children’s Consignment Sale — The sale will take place on Friday, September 5, from 9 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. and Saturday, September 6, from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Many items will be ½ price on Saturday ONLY. Consign & shop for gently used quality clothing in infant, children’s and junior sizes, including school uniforms, costumes, dance, gymnastics, formals & shoes, as well as maternity clothing and accessories. Also, infant items such as strollers, furniture and accessories, children’s toys, outdoor toys, bikes, books, DVD’s and so much more! For more information, visit www.acworthumc.org/passiton or call (770) 974-3312. PASSitON Consignment Sale is a ministry of Acworth United Methodist Church located off of Hwy 92 at Lake Acworth, 4340 Collins Circle, in Acworth. Proceeds benefit AUMC Children’s & Family ministry as well as local and foreign missions.

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Covering the Bases This summer the Acworth Police Department and the Horizon League have been preparing for the upcoming Covering The Bases Fundraiser. The event will kick off on Friday, September 5, at 7 p.m., and continue over the next 24 hours, concluding at 7 p.m., on Saturday, September 6. This fundraising event helps support the Horizon Field athletics and programming. “Covering the Bases” was initially started to help raise the needed funds to build a synthetic rubberized ball field where children with all types of disabilities could participate in recreational sports. Monies raised also helped to build a handicap accessible playground, as well as a handicap accessible concession stand. This fundraiser has since helped maintain the field, equipment, and create new programs; such as a kickball league, soccer clinics, adult baseball leagues and new this year, adaptive tennis. Join us for on Friday night for a carnival, the Lego movie, trivia on the field and a midnight kickball tournament. On Saturday we will have vendor demonstrations, a Horizon All Star game and a Cornhole Tournament. This is a fun filled event with activities for everyone! This is a 100% volunteer event and EVERY dollar raised goes back into the Horizon programs. So far, Covering the Bases has raised over $100,000 to help support the Horizon League. Come out and show your support for this amazing league in Acworth!

Pigs & Peaches BBQ Festival The City of Kennesaw will host its 14th annual Pigs & Peaches BBQ Festival at Adams Park, located at 2753 Watts Drive in Kennesaw, on Friday, August 22, from 6 – 10 p.m., and Saturday, August 23, from 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. The festival is presented by Superior Plumbing. It will be held rain or shine event. Over 50 cook teams, comprised of pitmasters from across the southeast,

are set to compete for over $16,000 in cash prizes, including a Primo ceramic grill, artisan handcrafted pottery “trophies” and bragging rights. There will be lots of barbeque, beer and other festival foods; as well as arts, crafts and general merchandise as well as other family entertainment, dance groups, a Kid Zone area with free and pay-to-play inflatables, interactive games and other child-friendly activities. Festival organizers have also secured a new thrill attraction – a 32-foot-high, 300-foot-long mobile zip line. The “zipping experience” can accommodate single and tandem riders. Performers on the XFINITY Main Stage includes Sons-N-Britches, Johnny Cash Now, The Rhubarbarians, Kyle Grubb, Kate and Corey, the Georgia Blues Brothers and Sol Junky. The Miller Lite Second Stage will feature solo artists and duos including Peachy Pyron, Krysta Nick, Sylvan Rails and “Roger Hurricane” Wilson. For information, visit www.pigsandpeaches.com or call (770) 422-9714.

Senior News August Senior Luncheon – The Senior Luncheon will be held on Tuesday, August 19, at noon. Come join in for lunch, bingo and other special activities. The luncheon is held at Roberts School Community and Education Center located at 4681 School Street, in Acworth. After lunch there will be several rounds of bingo with prizes. This program is FREE for all seniors!!! Senior Chair Yoga – Learn stretching and strengthening exercises, breathing techniques and much more during this class. Classes will be held at Roberts School located at 4681 School Street, every Monday through August 25, from 11–11:45 a.m. This program is FREE to all seniors but registration is required. Register online at www.acworthparksandrecreation. org or at the Acworth Parks, Recreation and Community Resource Department at 4762 Logan Road, Acworth. For more information, visit the above website or call (770) 917-1234.

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SAVE THE ACWORTH DEPOT Before there was a lake, before there was the Litchfield Hotel or the Legion Theater, before Unique Knitting Mill, Mason Thread Mill or before the City of Acworth was even incorporated — the Acworth Railroad Depot at 110’ long served as the largest freight station between Savannah and Chattanooga for over 100 years. Think about it and what it meant for commerce in this area. Mule driven wagons of cotton bales would descend upon the town on regular occasions to be taken by train to cotton gins and mills all over the United States. There were tapestry mills, thread mills and sock mills in Acworth who would use the materials produced from the cotton industry. Passengers could board the train and go to Atlanta, Thomaston, Savannah, Birmingham or Augusta in the wintertime. They would travel to the hills of North Georgia and Tennessee and North Carolina in the summertime. SAVE THE ACWORTH DEPOT FOUNDATION members want to preserve and restore this historic depot which was an important factor in the founding of the City of Acworth. The newly reconstructed Depot will use much of the material from the original building, 8” x 10” heart pine beams perfectly preserved and ready to be recycled into an iconic structure to serve as a museum of photographs, letters, railroad scales and other Acworth and railroad memorabilia. Sited in the parking area at the end of the Caboose, visitors will be able to access the depot and the Caboose by stairs or ADA accessible ramps and walk through living history. Our children and grandchildren will see the historic Acworth alongside the beautiful thriving Acworth of today. The new Cabela’s, the Bass Pro Shop and the Lake Point Sporting Community and Town Center, with their hotels and retail opportunities will bring visitors who will eat, shop and tour our historic town. The Depot could be the most visible of many attractions to capture their interest and show that we honor our history. Have you noticed how the photographers love our City? Prom dates, wedding couples, bridesmaids and groomsmen line up by the Caboose, by the railroad tracks and by the nostalgic Coca-Cola signs to pose for photographs and create a lasting memory. Why do they choose these locations in particular? Because of the NOSTALGIC factor — a piece of a bygone era, captured in a photograph to cherish in years to come. The Depot would be the SHOWPIECE of all these locations. Captured in a single photograph, the Caboose and the Depot would represent so much of the past and the future together. The Mayor and City Council support our efforts. Mayor Tommy Allegood said, “The city is very excited about the initiatives brought forth by the ‘SAVE THE ACWORTH DEPOT FOUNDATION to relocate the depot in its original location.” The members of SAVE THE ACWORTH DEPOT FOUNDATION want you to help us make this possible. We are a tax deductible 501c3 non-profit foundation. Please consider what your donation would represent. Many people have decried the original moving and ongoing deterioration of the Depot building. This is our opportunity…. YOUR opportunity…to restore an important piece of Acworth history — before it is truly too late. We NEED YOUR HELP. Donations to this project will give you or your business great public relations opportunities. Honoring your community in such a high profile and worthy preservation of our railroad history will get your name on a brick paver or various contributors lists from “Platinum Medal Sponsor” to “Bronze Medal Sponsor” on a plaque. Your descendants will see and recognize that YOU HELPED preserve a valuable piece of history. This train is rolling....GET ON BOARD!!

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BACK TO SCHOOL!

It’s that time of the year again… Back to school! We hope your summer was fun-filled and that you also found time for some much needed “R & R,” because things are about to swing into full gear again. We all know how stressful the first few weeks of school can be for both parents and students alike. Several forms have to be filled out, school supplies have to be purchased, kids have to adjust to brand new teachers — not to mention just the challenging task of getting back in a school year routine. We have compiled some helpful tips and resources for both parents and students that we think will help you when the first day of school rolls around. Inside these next few pages, you will find everything from lunch box tips and hints on how to get your child excited for school again to life lessons for college students and even a fun activity for kids. We hope you find these tips helpful and that they will make the transition from lazy summer days back into the classroom a little easier.

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This is a great resource for moms. You can find topics including learning differences, homeschooling and study skills for your child. This is a great resource for high school students and their parents. Here you will find everything you need when it comes time to think about college. This is another great resource for high school students. You will find links here to register for the SAT and also information on AP courses. This is the Georgia Department of Education website. You will find many useful parent and student resource links. This is a great resource for parents who are getting ready to send their child to college. This site will help you come up with a plan on how to pay for your child’s college expenses.

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How to Get Your Kids Excited about the New School Year! In a perfect world, all children would be enthusiastic about starting a new school year. But in the real world, some children will be reluctant, nervous, or annoyed about exchanging their summer fun for the classroom. How do you get kids motivated about going back to school? While you can’t dole out pep talks during the school day, you can take steps at home to get kids excited about school all year long:

Set an Example: Off to work? If you act grumpy about the day ahead of you, your kids will take your cue. Over breakfast, be positive and upbeat. If your kids have apprehensions about school, their friends or after school activities, talk to them in a constructive way about what’s bothering them. At dinner, remember to check in with them again. Tell them about what you did that day and ask them about what they learned. Make Schoolwork Fun: Cool school supplies can inspire your kids to stay organized and motivated. Think colorful and cheerful designs and personalized back to school supplies, which can give kids a sense of ownership and pride over their school work.

Go the Extra Mile: Encourage your kids to

do more than just go to school and come home. It’s in their art classes, on the basketball court and playing in the concert band where they will discover talents and interests they didn’t know they have. Extracurricular and after school activities provide a great social outlet for kids and are where some of the best memories of school days are made.

Customize Lunch: Remember to always

pack a favorite snack or dessert to give your kids something to look forward to midday. From pirates and princesses to dinosaurs and trains, ditch the paper bag in favor of a lunch box featuring your children’s interests. And, personalizing the lunch box with their names can help prevent lost lunch mishaps. From brighter moods to better grades, getting kids excited about the school year will have positive consequences.

LUNCH TIME TIPS Here are some strategies for making the best lunchbox grades: • Sits well: Pick foods that can safely sit at room temperature for several hours. • Stays neat: Pack lunch items and snacks that won’t leak in lunchboxes or paper bags. • Be colorful: Keep kids interested in their lunches by adding the surprise and variety of naturally healthful colors and textures. • Gets good results: Lunches will fuel kids for the rest of their school day. Be sure to pick options that will keep them alert, satisfied and motivated.

Getting to know your teachers! Children are mom and dad’s top priority, and parents want to give them every advantage in the world to succeed. But, with all the time kids spend at school, parents cannot do it alone. That’s why it’s important for the most influential adults in a child’s life to team up on a common goal. There are several ways for parents to build a relationship with their kid’s teacher. • Introduce Yourself: Don’t wait until there is a problem before meeting the teacher. Introduce yourself as soon as possible, ideally before the stresses of the school year are in full swing.

• Show Appreciation: All kids and their parents have a teacher they admire and want to thank. Taking a few minutes to share these sentiments is important and easy. • Spend Time: In today’s economy, many schools are stretched thin for resources. School systems are increasing class sizes and slashing budgets. Parents who have time can offer to help out, whether it is chaperoning school trips, preparing items for a fundraiser or just donating old books to the classroom. • Help with Supplies: Teachers spend on average $398 of their own money on supplies and resources, and 92 percent of teachers use their own money to provide supplies for their students, according to the National School Supply and Equipment Association. Through a General Mills program called Box Tops for Education, parents can earn cash for their kid’s school by clipping Box Tops coupons from participating products. Getting to know their teachers is the best way to take an interest in children’s education.

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BACK TO SCHOOL! Life Skills Every College Student Needs to Learn One of the big challenges college students face is adjusting to a rigorous academic lifestyle. But an even bigger trial than cramming for exams is learning to survive on one’s own. From knowing how to whip up dinner to doing one’s laundry, learning basic life skills marks the transformation of kid-at-home to young adult-in-the-world. The experts at Sun Products, the makers of Wisk PowerBlasts, offer these tips to college students:

Food and Nutrition The notorious “freshman 15” is no myth. Young adults who suddenly have free reign over their diets are not always inclined to make healthful decisions. From late night study sessions turned pizza parties, to all-youcan-eat buffets common to campus meal plans, avoid letting these nutritional pitfalls get the better of you. You can improve your nutrition by prepping your own food sometimes. Even if you only have a microwave in your dorm, try whipping up oatmeal for breakfast and tacos topped with tomatoes and heated beans for dinner. If you’re blessed with a full kitchen, you can be much more versatile. Pick easy recipes and follow them closely until you understand the principles of simple cooking. Once you’re comfortable with the basics, get creative with seasonings and ingredients.

Laundry If you’ve never done your own laundry, don’t stress. It may seem like an exact science, but new products are making it easier to get clothes cleaner with less guesswork. For example, Wisk Deep Clean PowerBlasts from Sun Products are a good choice for laundry newbies, as they come in an convenient, easyto-use single dose form. One dose, which you add to the drum of the machine before piling the laundry on top, contains the right amount of super-concentrated detergent with Micro-Cleaners that attack trapped body oil and sweat that some other detergents can leave behind. When in doubt about the care of your clothes, simply read the labels.

Good Credit Bad credit can follow you for the rest of your days, whereas good credit can help you secure loans with good rates. And good credit is even more important these days, as some employers run credit checks on candidates before making hiring decisions. Don’t let college be a time to rack up credit card debt you can’t pay off. Before opening an account, thoroughly read the terms of service to understand how the card works and avoid incurring unnecessary fees. Establish a bill payment reminder on your cellphone so you’re never late. Now’s a good time to create a budget that ensures you can pay your bill in full each month. Remember that in college the skills you learn outside the classroom can be just as important as the knowledge acquired inside it. 22

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How would you define gum disease to a friend? Most people say it’s when your gums become infected. Gum Disease, also called “periodontitis,” is an infection around your teeth and gums caused by “plaque” and “tartar.” Plaque and tartar cause your gums to detach from your teeth and form unhealthy Dr. Scott Harden is a dentist at “pockets.” Periodontal Fountian View Family Dentistry. pockets and infection He is a resident of Acworth and develop under the gums has practiced in Southwest for three reasons. First, Cherokee County for over tartar (clusters of hardened 21 years. He is a Dental Advisor for two nationally renowned bacteria), forms onto the dental research companies. roots of your teeth, like Office: (770) 926-0000 barnacles on the bottom of a Website: FountianViewSmiles.com boat, and causes a physical barrier that prevents your gums from attaching to the roots of your teeth. Second, bacteria in plaque and tartar produce acid resulting in chemical destruction to the gum attachment around your teeth. Third, plaque and tartar produce an over-aggressive immune response that causes inflammation and red swollen gums that become infected. When your gum tissue (gingiva) peels off the roots of your teeth due to these three reasons, I like to refer to it as a “bacterial knife.” People cannot detect the presence of periodontal disease allowing it to progress to more advanced levels. With advanced periodontal disease, the treatment is surgical. Gum surgery is never fun, but it is almost always successful in controlling the condition. It’s usually covered by common insurance plans. With mild periodontal disease, there are very effective NONsurgical procedures which, coupled with improved dental hygiene, can virtually halt the spread of the disease. This also is usually covered under most dental insurance plans. Gum disease and/or decay are the leading cause of lost teeth. But even though losing a tooth isn’t life threatening, loss of a single missing tooth can cause the other teeth to shift and move around, with unpleasant consequences. It can affect chewing and your ability to absorb nutrients from your food. Other bad things can happen: your face will change shape, often looking “sunken.” This can make you look much older than you really are. Your speech can be affected. Because it’s harder to chew with missing teeth, you may find yourself favoring softer foods and more carbohydrates, which can cause you to gain weight. Visit your dentist every six months to maintain periodontal health and avoid periodontal disease. You owe it to yourself. ANSWERS TO QUIZ: 1) d 2) d 3) d 4) c

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During this year’s session under the gold dome, our state legislators introduced House Bill 60, also known as the Safe Carry Protection Act of 2014, which went into effect on July 1, 2014. The law specifies where individuals may carry weapons, including concealed weapons, throughout the state. There has been a lot of media coverage regarding the bill, some accurate and some not-entirely accurate. One of the misnomer nicknames of the Safe Carry Protection Act is the “guns everywhere” bill. Please understand that this nickname does not accurately describe the law. Homeowners and business owners may choose to prohibit guns on their property at any time. This new law provides for a number of changes, some of which can be confusing and I believe that it is important for citizens and business owners in our community to understand it. Here is a brief overview of the law, but I would like to encourage each individual to read the law for him/herself in order to understand all of the intricacies.

The following are some of the basics of the law: The license formerly identified as the Concealed Carry Permit is now known as the Weapons Carry License (WCL). The WCL rules apply to weapons, firearms, and knives greater than 5 inches in length. Formerly, a WCL would not be issued to anyone under the age of 21. The new law has been modified to allow any active duty service member who has completed basic training and is age 18 or over, or who has been honorably discharged from military service to be issued a WCL. Please note that anyone with a felony conviction is not eligible to possess a firearm, and will not be issued a WCL. A person WITH a WCL may carry his/her weapon either concealed or in plain view in the following places: 1. Most public places – excluding federal property. Please be aware that most of the public parks in Acworth are on Army Corps of Engineers’ land, and weapons are not permitted. 2. Government buildings – unless there is a manned security checkpoint, and carrying a weapon on the premises is expressly forbidden. Please note that guns are not permitted at courthouses. 3. Private businesses – unless expressly prohibited by the business owner. 4. Bars/Restaurants – unless expressly prohibited by the business owner. Persons WITH a WCL may NOT carry in the following places: 1. Places of Worship – unless specifically allowed by the administration of the place of worship. 2. Any private location in which the property owner prohibits weapons on the premises. Persons who have NOT been issued a WCL, but who are otherwise qualified to obtain one, may carry certain firearms and knives with a blade less than 5 inches in the following places: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.

Open or concealed on their own property. Open or concealed in public housing dwellings. Open or concealed in places of employment – with permission from the business owner. Open or concealed in residences – with permission of the resident. In public places – rifles/shotguns (excluding handguns) Open or concealed while hunting or fishing with a valid license. Open or concealed while sport shooting – with landowner’s permission. In a locked container or gun rack while in the carpool lane of a school while dropping off or picking up children.

I believe that ultimately, as time passes and challenges to the law are brought to the judicial system, case law will determine the finer points of the law. As it stands, it is somewhat complex. The most important thing is to be informed, know the law, and use common sense. The full text of HB 60 can be found at http://www.legis.ga.gov/Legislation/20132014/144825.pdf. To better help our community understand the new law, the Acworth Police Department will be hosting an informational session on the Safe Carry Protection Act on Tuesday, August 26, at 6 p.m. at the police department. Registration information is available online at www.acworthpolice.org. 36

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I know it is August, but let’s talk about a classic Christmas movie. Sounds odd, but American Legion North Cobb Post 304 has adopted the inspiration and genius of this movie for our efforts to renovate our Post Home.

One of the challenges when making decisions is assessing if what you chose, still represents who you are, and propels you to where you want to go. This is why having someone who helps you stay accountable, such as a coach, can be of aid and a great resource. But why the coach approach in pregnancy? There may be many questions and issues that may arise during and around a pregnancy. Parenting decisions have to be made as well as accessing the resources needed for a successful outcome. Our coach approach to pregnancy has allowed us to serve as mediators, lay counselors, mentors, partners and friends. Meghyn’s story, a 20 year old student and client of the center: “I came to the Acworth Women’s Center not knowing what to expect. I was scared as I thought I was pregnant and felt very alone. My boyfriend, John, and I, were just hanging out, and I wasn’t sure about our future together. Now, I find myself deciding if I want to be a mother and how I could possibly pull this off. During the appointment, I was given very valuable information about pregnancy that I did not know like how far along I was and all that was happening inside me and with my baby. I came back for an ultrasound and got to meet my baby for the first time. I still wasn’t sure what to do as I thought my parents would kill me, and I didn’t know how John would feel about being a dad. My coach gave me some decision making tools. We were able to sit down and go through the pros and cons of every scenario. By the end of my appointment, I knew that I had to have some conversations, how to do them and that I had the back up of my coach. My parents and I lived through it, and John wants to parent our baby together. We are now all taking part of the “Earn while you learn program” and I’m looking forward to taking the workshops on breastfeeding, birth classes and job search. We also started attending a local area church. My coach really helped me stay accountable and on track. I know that it won’t be easy, but it won’t be impossible.” “Every purpose is established by counsel,” Prov. 20:18. Please contact us to take part of any of our FREE services. For more information or to make an appointment for any of the services we offer, call (678) 574-5466. We are open Monday – Friday, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., and on evenings by appointment only. The AWC is a free community-based non-profit (501c3) medical clinic dedicated to providing caring, trustworthy, support to women and their families facing crisis pregnancies understand their options while promoting life-affirming choices and faith-based support. We are 100% privately funded by donors and supporters like you.

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There are so many subplots to “It’s a Wonderful Life” that inspire, besides the main plot of “what if I was never born?” For example: boy is saved from drowning by his older brother, boy meets girl, boy’s father battles with the town baddie for the good of the community, boy dreams of world travel, brother goes off to war and becomes a war hero, boy’s hopes of world travel are dashed as he inherits his father’s business, boy continues his father’s battle against the baddie, boy gets girl and the town rallies together to defeat the baddie. The community coming together is the inspiration for our Post Home renovation. The renovation costs are such that we veterans of Post 304 can’t do it alone. We are reaching out to the Acworth and Kennesaw businesses, community leaders, other organizations and individuals to partner with us in Operation Bedford Falls. Yeah, being ex-military, we have to put a military spin on everything. Our goal is to get enough partner donations a s “seed money” for a local financial institution to lend us the money to do the renovation. We are asking local businesses, community organizations and individuals to donate $250 in support of Operation Bedford Falls. However, any donation amount is greatly appreciated! We served our country and continue to serve our communities through our veterans and youth programs. Partner with us to get our Post Home “ready for duty.” We can then expand our programs and our positive impact to the Acworth and Kennesaw communities. God Bless America! Commander Ron

Donations can be mailed to: North Cobb Post 304 P.O. Box 15 Kennesaw, GA 30156-0015 or via the “Donate Tab” on the Post website

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Tiffany Hughes

When I was a kid, I was a picky eater, as most kids are. However, I now love a lot of the foods I detested as a kid. Take slaw, for instance. Granted, the mayo-based recipes are good, but it’s time for slaw to enter the 21st Century. Think vinaigrette or even Asian-inspired dressings, combined with a variety of ingredients. The possibilities are endless.

Start by thinly slicing a head of green cabbage. Then, mix in your choice of any combination of chopped red cabbage, diced bell peppers, sliced radishes, shredded carrots or raw brussel sprouts. You can also make things easy and just buy a bag of pre-chopped coleslaw mix. You can even find broccoli slaw, which is made from the stalks of raw broccoli and is quite tasty. Then, simply choose your additional ingredients.

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Next, you should consider adding a crunch factor, such as roasted pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds or even chopped almonds (pecans get a little too soggy to use). If you’re in a pinch, you can even toss in a couple handfuls of broken Chinese noodles. In addition to veggies and your crunch factor, another component to consider adding is fruit. Diced pineapple, dried cranberries or even chopped Granny Smith apples will give your slaw a slight sweetness and add another layer of flavor. Fruit is especially tasty in vinaigrette-based slaws. Once you’ve prepped all your veggies and other add-in’s, it’s time to whip up a dressing to bring it all together with flair. You can simply open a bottle of salad dressing, but it’s easy to whip one up yourself in no time flat. Whisk ½ cup of mayo or plain Greek yogurt with ¼ cup of apple cider vinegar, 1-2 tablespoons of Dijon mustard, 1 tsp. of salt, 1 tablespoon of sugar and 1 ½ tablespoons of poppy seeds or celery seeds. This makes great slaw and does double-duty as a nice dip for cooked veggies and poultry. An Asian-inspired dressing can be made by mixing ½ cup of canola oil with ¼ cup of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of grated ginger and ¼ cup of Sweet Thai Chili Sauce. The sweetness of the sauce with the kick at the end will be a nice surprise in your slaw. Another quick and simple slaw dressing idea is to combine a tablespoon of your favorite spice combination (such as Mrs. Dash) with ½ cup of canola oil, ¼ cup of mayo (or plain Greek yogurt) and salt and sugar if needed.

There are a lot of different ways to make slaw. The important thing to remember is to create a slaw that you like. After all, if the cook ain’t happy, ain’t nobody happy! 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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ce a l P No s ’ e ! r h t r The o cw A e k i L by Kaci Pollack

Though Phillip Robuck may not have been born and raised in Acworth, he definitely considers Acworth to be his home through and through. Phillip was born in Greenville, South Carolina, only about two hours away from Acworth. When he was in 2nd grade, he and his family moved to a city called Ware Shoals, South Carolina. Ware Shoals was what they called a “mill town,” meaning that there was one main community building housing everything the community needed. Phillip’s father was a pharmacist and worked at the pharmacy within the mill. When Phillip was in 6th grade, he moved from Ware Shoals to Greenwood, South Carolina, where he completed middle school and high school. Then, in 1956, he became a student at Lander College, now Lander University, also located in Greenwood, South Carolina. While in school, he did some local part time work and graduated in 1960. As Phillip was getting ready to graduate from college, a friend of his ended up moving to Acworth because her husband was starting a job at Lockheed. His friend became a teacher at North Cobb High School (NCHS) and encouraged Phillip to apply for a teaching job there, too. Well, Phillip did just that and consequently started his teaching job at NCHS in August of 1960. He taught both English and Social Studies, with an emphasis on World and American History. After seven years, he was presented the opportunity to join the business world, so he resigned his position at the school. Even though Phillip left his teaching job, he still worked at the school – Phillip became the NCHS football announcer and remained in this position for almost 25 years!

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Phillip Robuck In 1967, Phillip began working at the Ivan Allen Company (an office product company) in Atlanta as the Personnel Executive. He was actually friends with Ivan Allen’s son through the Jaycee National Club, which is how the opportunity came about. Five years later, another opportunity presented itself and he left Ivan Allen to work in personnel for West Paces Ferry Hospital as it was first opening. For the first several months, his main job responsibility was to hire the hospital staff so it could start caring for patients. Following his time at West Paces Ferry Hospital, Phillip was hired as the Personnel Director for WSB Television and Radio. He worked there for six years, from 1974 until 1980. Phillip reflects that at the time, driving into Atlanta for work every day was no big deal – many people went back and forth on a daily basis. The heavy traffic we have today did not exist and you basically took Old Highway 41 all the way into Atlanta. Phillip’s professional career then came full circle when, in 1980, he returned to the Cobb County School District (CCSD) located near the Marietta Daily Journal office. Instead of teaching, he worked as the Personnel Director for Classified Employees. This means he worked with all the CCSD employees, except for teachers, paraprofessionals and secretaries. Aside from his work with the school system, it was through the CCSD that Phillip met the woman who would become his wife, Winona Babb. In 1962, Winona began teaching Latin at NCHS, while he was teaching there as well. She taught there for several years before moving to The Walker School. After almost 40 years of teaching, Winona retired as she battled cancer. Unfortunately, Winona passed away in 2012 from the cancer.

The coupled married in 1964, in Winona’s home town of Chatsworth, Georgia, where her father was a minister. Following their wedding, Phillip and Winona moved into an apartment complex not far from downtown Acworth. When he first moved to Acworth, he rented a room in a house on Seminole Street from a lady named Mrs. Harrison, so his apartment with Winona was his first real home in Acworth. Phillip and Winona eventually became friends with the owner/builder of the apartment complex, so when the builder began building homes on undeveloped land in Acworth, he offered to build a house for them. Therefore, in December of 1965, the couple moved into their brand new home – the same house Phillip lives in today. A few years later in 1967, Phillip and Winona welcomed a baby girl into the world – Regina Robuck. Regina attended NCHS where she played basketball and then graduated from the University of South Carolina. Regina still lives nearby, in a house off of Baker Road and works for a company in Atlanta. In the couple’s free time, Phillip and Winona very much enjoyed going out to eat and enjoying the restaurants that Acworth had to offer all along Old 41, especially the several “Mom and Pop” eateries. They would also often go to Marietta for dinner, enjoying the restaurants on the square such as Shillings, which is still there today. Over the years, Phillip has been involved with the city of Acworth in a multitude of ways. From 1969 until 1972, he served on the Acworth City Council. During the 1970s, Phillip was an active member of the Acworth Jaycees. He also served on the Acworth Tourism Board for ten years. Per the City of Acworth website, “Tourism is responsible for promoting tourism, conventions, and trade shows within the area.” After retiring in 2000 from the CCSD Personnel Division, Phillip became an active member in the Acworth Kiwanis club. Additionally, Phillip does personnel work for the infamous Lacey Drug Store now as a part time employee. He works with clerks on customer service, helps with employee benefits/questions they have and other various tasks.

Since living in Acworth, he has seen several changes throughout the years. He notes that the growth of the community has been significant, as well as an increase in the variety of population within our city. Phillip also comments that Acworth is now a true “active” community – there is always something going on. Phillip has also seen firsthand how the land in Acworth has been developed into the many homes and stores we have today. Businesses in Acworth can pretty much cater to everything a person could want or need. In addition, Phillip feels that the area around City Hall has been very well developed – it is much nicer and prettier than it was in the past. Phillip also remembers the way Acworth used to be. Years ago, you would walk down Main Street and everything would be closed by 5 p.m. Even more, as you walked down Main Street in downtown Acworth there were businesses on both sides of the street, not just one! Further, he remembers the stores that used to be there, such as the dime store and the florist that was located where Henry’s is today. He also says that prices in Acworth were quite reasonable for the time – gas was only 35 or 45 cents a gallon! Additionally, Phillip remarks that the Acworth Beach is a true marvel. Every Sunday morning for awhile, Phillip and his friend, Pete Roton, had an 8-9 a.m. devotional at the White Chapel on the beach. Pete actually built the White Chapel and this devotional was for people who were visiting/ camping at the beach. They would do this before going to their own church service at Acworth United Methodist Church. The fact that our town is so great is partly what has kept Phillip in Acworth. He has grown to truly love and appreciate this town. In fact, Acworth reminds him a lot of his hometown – small town feel and very comfortable. He also gives a lot of credit to our wonderful Acworth Police Department. They truly do an amazing job at keeping Acworth a safe and pleasant place to live. Phillip says he has enjoyed this town and that this town has been good to him…once again proving, There’s No Place Like Acworth!

The Problem With Dirty Dryer Vents

Dan Jape

Homeowners in Acworth aren’t immune to problems from dirty dryer vents. In fact, across the country, more than over 2,900 fires are started by dryers each year, according to the U.S. Fire Administration. Over time, dryer lint builds up inside the machine’s lint trapper and it is typically removed by the homeowner. But, lint can also build up elsewhere — inside the dryer and along the vent itself.

Over time, lint and other debris build up inside the appliance. This causes a reduction in airflow, traps exhaust gases and creates hazardous conditions. And worse, lint itself is highly flammable. There are early warning signs that indicate that buildup is occurring in your dryer. Here’s what to watch for: The dryer cycle isn’t getting the job done. It takes longer than one cycle to dry clothes or clothes are coming out of a long cycle still wet. The vent runs a long distance from the appliance to the outdoors. After being in the dryer, clothes have a musty smell.

The vent hood flap is closed when the dryer is running. The room in which the dryer is located gets really hot when it runs. You notice more lint buildup than usual after each cycle. Every time you use the dryer, you should clean the dryer vent. Simply remove the lint trap and grab hold of the lint. Discard the lint in the trash and replace the trap. There are other steps you can take to ensure safety. Inspect the dryer hose. Assess its condition and replace it immediately if you notice that it’s damaged or worn. The hose should run in a straight line, so unbend it if necessary. Regularly remove items stored near the dryer. If a fire does start, storing boxes and other items next to the appliance will only give fuel to the fire. Hire an expert. An HVAC provider can help you with cleaning dirty dryer vents. In fact, it’s recommended that you hire an expert to clean out the entire system. A professional inspection includes checking the gas line, the vent and exhaust, and the hood flap. The dryer is cleaned by taking the dryer apart and vacuuming any lint that is trapped between the drum and the casing, as well as the vent line. The final step is an inspection. The technician should inspect the venting system to ensure that it meets local codes. Dan Jape is the owner of Reliable Heating & Air. You may contact him at (770) 594-9969.

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their backs by just bending over to pick up a pair of shoes. The spine was already comprised and just the simple act of bending was enough to set off the problem. When this occurs, the surrounding back muscles go into a spasm to protect the stressed or injured tissues of the back. For years, I have treated a countless number of patients that have experienced moderate to severe low back pain. Some are acute, while most are chronic. The one common factor in all of these patients, is that their problems have been occurring for a long period of time. There are a few preventative measures that can be taken to help avoid back pain. First, watch your weight. Extra weight puts pressure on your lower back. Secondly, add more exercise into your daily routines. Regular exercise will ease muscle tension and inflammation. Lastly, the most important preventative tip is to make sure you keep good posture and have your spine checked regularly. 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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Back to School Eye Exams

Dr. Dylan Reach

Did you know that one in four children ages 5 to 12 has an undiagnosed vision problem that may affect their educational performance? Or that 80 percent of all learning in a youngster’s first 12 years is through the vision system? While most parents recognize the importance of yearly school physicals for their children or twice yearly visits to the dentist, they quite often underestimate the necessity of testing their children’s vision.

When it comes to performing well in school or out on the athletic field, nothing is more important than good vision. Some children are inaccurately labeled as slow or unable to keep up with their class simply because they have a correctable, but undetected, vision problem. The basic vision skills needed for school use are near vision, distance vision, binocular coordination, eye movement skills, and focusing skills. A vision screening at school or at the pediatrician’s office is not thorough enough to detect many of these problems. In fact, school screenings detect only 20 – 30% of vision problems. Young children with undetected vision problems think they see the world the way it really is, the way everyone else sees it. Because they have never seen it clearly, they have no way of knowing that their vision isn’t normal, which often makes it difficult for parents to identify vision problems.

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The recommended age for a child’s first exam by an eye doctor is at 3 years old, again at 5 years, and every year after that, or as directed by your eye doctor. The standard of care for a pediatric eye examination by a doctor of optometry also includes tests for CI (convergence insufficiency), an eye teaming disorder. The latest research has shown a possible connection between CI and ADHD. This vision disorder may make reading and learning more difficult. However, CI is easily treated with vision therapy. Educators and parents should watch for these signs that may indicate vision problems that need correction. • • • • • • •

Squinting Sitting close to TV or holding books too close Avoiding reading or using a finger to follow along while reading Covering one eye when looking at something up close Complaints about headaches Tilting the head to see better Losing his/her place or skipping lines while reading

A parent can help make the visit go more smoothly by following these tips. • Schedule exams when the child is rested. • Talk to them about the exam ahead of time. • Practice dropping a few artificial tears (over-the-counter) into their eyes a day or so before the visit, so the dilating drops, if necessary, won’t be scary to them. • Schedule an exam for yourself first so your child can watch.

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Children grow and change every day, and so do their eyes. That’s why it’s important to provide them with routine eye health and vision checkups. By ensuring your child is free of vision problems, you’ll give them the best chance to perform to their fullest potential. Dr. Dylan Reach is in practice at Acworth Family Eyecare. For more information, contact them at (770) 974-3153 or visit www.acwortheyes.com.

Are You Ready for a Stylish Bathroom

Jeff Glover

Having you been contemplating updating a bathroom in your home? According to the National Association of Realtors, an updated bathroom can result in a 71 percent return on the money you invest in the remodel. So, if you have been contemplating a renovation, now may be the time. However, to what extent do you renovate, that’s the question you need to ask yourself. I have listed ways to design a stylish bathroom from a moderate budget to a “mac-daddy” with all the bells and whistles.

Planning – When planning a project, remember the 5 P’s: Poor-PlanningProduces-Poor-Product. Any productive idea begins with a plan, so begin by deciding on a direction for the space. Walk around your house and see if you find a few colors, patterns or designs that appeal to you. Whatever it is, make sure it is cohesive to your overall style – don’t mix styles that will stick out too much. Color Palette and Lighting – Small spaces are best when kept in neutral colors so as not to take away from the size of the space. Bold colors work great in larger spaces leading to a more dramatic impact. For a less dramatic effect, use a bold color on one wall as an accent wall. Painting is the least expensive and easiest way to freshen up a bathroom and give it new life. Add light by installing an additional window or skylight. If that is not an option, simply changing out old light fixtures with updated ones are great options. Complete Remodel – In a complete bathroom remodel, you will probably install a new bathtub and/or shower and vanity. Research your options and add some really neat bathroom features. For instance, soaking tubs surrounded by different materials are quite beautiful, large showers with hinged glass doors with ceiling mounted rain heads and body jets or vanity faucets attached to the wall for a dramatic contemporary look. New vanities that offer vessel counter top sinks can also add an element of art to the space. If you can’t add a new vanity, then upgrade the hardware on the one you currently have. Don’t forget the floors – travertine or ceramic tile is a timeless upgrade. If that is too expensive, find some area rugs that fit your theme and add them to the bathroom. Not only will they add a touch of elegance, they will help keep your feet warm. Accessories – You may have found different pictures to match your color scheme, but remember that a bathroom is a small space and a room where less is definitely more. Remember this though, you want your bathroom to make an elegant statement so don’t overcrowd it with cutesy garbage. Mirrors, towel bars, hand towel holders and maybe some scented candles are good accessories. Stay away from Aunt Mabel’s collection of pottery or beanie babies. Time to Take It All In – See what is left that is out of touch with your vision. Where is your Throne of Comfort and Joy? Is it out in the open and on display, looking about as pretty as socks on a Billy Goat? If this holds true for your bathroom, consider hiring a plumber to relocate it and adding a half wall to the area where your toilet currently is. This will offer privacy and a much nicer view. Keep all personal items stored away, but if you don’t have the storage space, consider adding an overthe-toilet cabinet or some decorative baskets. You can easily find ones that match your decor. Lastly, make sure that any permanent design choices such as bathtubs, showers, toilets, vanities, etc. are in neutral tones. This will allow you to update your bathroom at a later date without breaking the bank. Jeff Glover is a licensed and insured General Contractor. He is a lifelong resident of Cobb County and has lived the last 15 years in the Acworth community. He has been in construction for 17 years and is married to Melissa and they have two children, Brendan and Abigail. Contact him at (404) 694-0550 or visit www.bren-abby.com.

July was a great example of the ABA’s mission at work for our members and our community:

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July Luncheon The guest speaker for the July luncheon was Drew Tonsmeire, who serves as the Area Director with the Kennesaw University Small Business Development Center (KSU SBDC). The luncheon was sponsored by Dogwood Forest Assisted Living Community and LuLu’s Firewater Grill catered the luncheon.

Connecting: Six networking events Informing: Candidate Forum, Drew Tonsmeire from KSU teaching our members how to maximize their online presence. Promoting: 4th of July Concert series put our sponsors in front of more than 10,000 people. Giving: Money raised from our sponsors will fund the donations we give to our local schools. The 4th of July concert was a great event and I want to thank City of Acworth Parks and Recreation department for all the work they did along with the Acworth Police Department for keeping us all safe. Our Love the Lake sponsors are the reason we can make this concert possible each year and I truly thank all of them. A special thank you to NW Rotary Club, C&S Paving and YMCA for making the fireworks bigger and better than in years past! Final Love the Lake Event! August 1, at 7 p.m. – Family Movie Night at Acworth Sports Complex. Bring your blankets and/or chairs and enjoy RIO 2! This is a FREE event. Thank you to all of our Love the Lake sponsors for making this possible. August Events: Sponsored by Depew Orthodontics August 7, at 11:30 a.m. – ABA Luncheon at NorthStar Church, guest speaker Rep. Earl Ehrhart, CEO of Lake Point Sports, will speak to the ABA members and guests about the economic impact and how our businesses can benefit from Lake Point Sports!

ABA President Jay White and guest speaker Drew Tonsmeire of KSU SBDC.

August 12, at 8 a.m. – ABA Morning Jolt, will be held at Main Street Coffee and Wine Bar (formally, The Oak Barrel) August 12, at 3 p.m. – ABA/WCBA Leads Exchange at Fast Eddies Sports Cafe. August 14, at 5:30 p.m. – Alive After Five will be held at Henry’s Uptown August 26, at 8 a.m. – ABA Morning Jolt, will be held at Main Street Coffee and Wine Bar (formally, The Oak Barrel)

Lunch sponsor, Nicolle Williams, Executive Director of Dogwood Forest Assisted Living Community and ABA President Jay White.

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We encourage you to join us this month and get involved – the ABA is here to Connect, Inform, Promote and Give. Make It Happen! Jay White

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July’s Alive After Five held at Buffalo’s Cafe

Tina Myers, Tiffany Holder, Chrissy Shepherd & Bonnie Barrett The July AA5 was hosted by Buffalo’s Cafe in Acworth. Pictured L-R: General Manager, Lonnie Holder, Manager, Tiffany Holder, Director of Marketing & Catering Sales, Kara Stearns & Franchise Owner, Paul Dalrymple.

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It wasn’t heavy and I didn’t need any help, but I decided that if they wanted to help, it would be best for me to allow them to do so. After all, it isn’t every day that they volunteer for

manual labor. I was up front pulling the mattress and I told them to push from behind. They were excited about helping until they realized they weren’t making the progress that they thought they should be making. They grunted, pushed and yelled. They thought it was the heaviest mattress in the world. In fact, their words were: “This is the heaviest mattress ever. Can’t we just buy a new mattress that doesn’t weigh as much as an elephant?” They didn’t know I wasn’t pulling yet. After a few moments of watching them struggle, I decided to start pulling. Instantaneously everything changed. “Daddy, this mattress is so light. This is so easy. We must be really strong.” I turned back to answer and realized that they were two stairs behind me, not even touching the mattress. They were just following me up the stairs with big smiles on their faces. I didn’t fill them in on this secret, but the only reason it was possible was because someone with more pulling power was up front leading the way. They were seeing the results, but they were definitely not the ones responsible for generating those results. The same is true when it comes to a relationship with God. A guy in the Bible named Matthew recorded this statement from Jesus, “Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.” After the event, I just described with my kids, that portion of the Bible made more sense to me. Jesus longs to relieve us of the heavy burden of sin and replace it with a life filled with purpose, hope and forgiveness. As a result, we are free to admit that we can’t carry the weight. That’s okay because Jesus is perfect for us, so we don’t have to try and be perfect for ourselves. Jesus fulfilled all of God’s perfect conditions so that our relationship with God could be perfectly unconditional. We can be set free, all because someone with far more pulling power than us is up front leading the way. He is the one that does the heavy lifting. 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.

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L isten L ike A F ireman I sat across the table as our family had lunch. I was listening, I thought, until my son’s 15 year old friend said, “You’re just not listening to me.” I stopped my advice and shared a quick glance with my wife as if to say, “We don’t need to say anything.” Now, we listened. We listened as this young person told us how her dad was not encouraging her, how he was different when no one was Doug Burrier around, how he did not understand, etc. We listened until she stopped. I sat quiet with many seemingly obvious things to say like, “Are you sure you are being fair?” and “Do you think you contribute?” I am glad I kept quiet. Out of the quiet she said, “He just makes me feel like it is all my fault.” Do you see it? My words, no matter how applicable, would have only fueled the negative fire of her feelings about herself. I would have been another adult, another man, saying “Could this be your fault?” Our long term goal is to open her eyes to a bigger picture, to show her how much he loves her even if it turns out that he has a parenting flaw or two. I was reminded how important it is to just listen. Here are a few ideas that I try to remember as I lead, as I love, and as I have the opportunity to listen and help those around me: • Listen beyond the silence. Really listen until they seem done and, then, sit just one more minute and see what the silence will bring out. Rarely does the depth of the story come out with the emotional dump. • Let them get it out to sort it out. Not all “seeming” problems are really big problems. Sometimes people just need to vent, to get it out to sort it out. Many times people do not need your input but simply your ear and your heart. • Remember who you are. If they wanted a psychologist they would have looked one up. If they wanted a negotiator, they would have found one. Be the friend, the mentor, the spouse, the whatever you are to them. • Know that you do not know. Always remember that there are at least 12 sides to every story before you validate, react, advise, or get involved. The bigger the problem the more you do not know. • Listen like a firefighter not an arsonist. Emotional fires usually need a bit of water and not more fuel. Listening, by definition, uses few words. Even then, those words need to be formed in caring questions such as the following. What happens when it is time to speak? What listening ideas do you have? How can you listen better? Have you ever blown it when you should have just listened?

Doug Burrier is the Pastor at Three Taverns Church in Acworth. You can visit their website at www.threetavernschurch.org or check out this blog at www.dougburrier.com.

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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 Christ’s Baptist Church 5496 Highway 92, (678) 744-8222 Meets at Furtah Prep School Bible Study: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. Pastor: Dr. Aaron Johnson www.christsbaptistchurch.org 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 Glade Road Baptist Church 3460 Kellogg Creek 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 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. Dan Reed www.harvestbaptistacworth.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 Services: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday Service: 7 p.m. Pastor: Dan Guider www.ironhillbaptist.org 52

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 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 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 New Hope Baptist Church 3814 New Hope Church Road, (770) 312-5562 Sunday Services: 11 a.m & 6 p.m. Sunday School: 10 a.m. Wed. Svc: 6:30 p.m. Pastor: Richard Goodwin www.newhopeacworth.org 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 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: James Holloway www.sardismbckennesaw.org 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 Thankful Baptist Church 928 Kennesaw Due West, Kenn. Sunday Service: 10 a.m. Pastor: John Harris www.thankfulbaptistkennesaw.org

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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

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 Wildwood Baptist Church 4801 Wade Green Road NW, (770) 428-2100 Sunday Services: 9:30 & 11 a.m. Sunday School: 9:30 & 11 a.m. Wednesday Service: 6:30 p.m. Pastor: Ric Cadle www.wildwoodbaptist.org 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. www.zionhillacworth.org

EPISCOPAL 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 services: 1st Saturday of each month at 10 a.m., Last Friday of each month at 7 p.m. Rabbi: Zalman Charytan Congregation Ner Tamid www.nertamidonline.com (678) 264-8575 Friday night Shabbat Services on the Second and Fourth Friday of every month.

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

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

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

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

Christ Community Church Meets at Kennesaw Comm. Ctr., (770) 529-2600 Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. Pastor: Mike Glass www.christcommunitycobb.org

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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

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

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

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

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

UNITED METHODIST Acworth United Methodist Church 4340 Collins Circle, (770) 974-3312 Sunday Services: 8:30, 9:30 & 11 a.m. Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Pastor: James Gwin www.acworthumc.org County Line United Methodist Church 1183 County Line Road, NW, (770) 428-0511 Sunday Services: 11 a.m. Sunday School: 10 a.m. Pastor: Rev. Scott Pickering www.countylineumc.org Due West Methodist 3956 Due West Road, (770) 427-3835 Sunday Services: 8:30, 9:39, 9:45 & 11:05 a.m. Sunday School: 9:39 & 11:05 a.m. Pastor: Dr. Tom Davis www.duewest.org Kennesaw United Methodist Church 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 Acworth Christian Church 4476 Northside Drive, (770) 974-1358 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 Branches of Christ 5946 Jacobs Road, (770) 917-4964 Pastor: Steve Pettit www.branchesofchrist.com 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

Cobb Vineyard Church 3206 Old Highway 41, (678) 574-0005 Sunday Services: 10 & 11:30 a.m. Pastor: Thomas Cooley www.cobbvineyard.com Dayspring Church 6835 Victory Drive, (770) 516-5733 Sunday Service: 10 a.m. Wednesday Service: 7 p.m. Pastor: Tony Crawford www.dayspringchurch-online.com Eagle Pointe Church 5100 Old Stilesboro Road, (770) 421-1643 Sunday Services: 10, 11:30 a.m. & 5:30 p.m. Pastor: Howard Koepka www.eaglepointe.org Empowerment Worship Center 2012 Hickory Grove Road, (770) 609-9062 Sunday Celebration: 10 a.m. Pastor: Rev. Deanna Fountain-Breeden www.EMPOWERMENTWC.org

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 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: Ron Mobley 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 3450 Acworth Due West Road NW, (678) 318-1918 Sunday Bible Class: 8:30 a.m. Sunday Services: 10 a.m. Hispano Servicio Domingo: 2 p.m. Pastor: David Moore www.RiversEdgeAtl.com

Faith Family Church 5744 Bells Ferry Road, (770) 926-4560 Sunday Service: 10 a.m. Wednesday Service: 7 p.m. Pastor: J. Tommy White, Jr. www.faithagchurch.com River of Life Church Meets at Northwest Family YMCA, (770) 598-4090 Four Points Church Sunday Services: 10 a.m. Meets at Picketts Mill Elementary Pastor: Randy McGovern 6400 Old Stilesboro Road, (678) 402-6632 www. riveroflifechristiancenter.net Sunday Service: 10 a.m. Pastor: Brent Stephens www.fourpointschurch.tv RiverStone Church 2005 Stilesboro Road, (678) 384-5200 Freedom Church Sunday Services: 9 & 11 a.m. 3611 Cobb Parkway (770) 529-6006 Pastor: Tom Tanner www.riverstoneonline.org Pastor: J.R. Lee www.freedomchurch.tv Sanctuary Church Gateway Church 700 Mars Hill Road, (770) 884-1963 1455 Ben King Road, (770) 423-0982 Sunday Services: 9:30 & 11:30 a.m. Sunday Service: 11 a.m. Pastor: Craig Bowler www.sanctuaryinhim.org Pastor: Andy Smith www.gatewaykennesaw.org Unity of Kennesaw Household of Faith Bible Church Meets at Big Shanty Elementary, (770) 422-9552 Meets at North Cobb Christian School, (770) 365-6723 Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. 4500 Lakeview Drive Sunday Service & Youth Ministry: 11 a.m. Sunday Service: 10 a.m. Rev. Kelly Thomas www.unityofkennesaw.org Pastor: L. Keith Lewis www.HOFBC.org Victory North Church Joshua Gospel Tabernacle 4625 Highway 92, (770) 794-7366 4161 Southside Drive, Sunday Service: 9 &10:45 a.m. Sunday Bible Study: 9:45 a.m.; Pastor: Jeff Hidden www.victoryga.com Sunday Service: 11 a.m., Wed. Service: 7:30 p.m. Pastor: Tim Houston Vintage 242 Church www.joshuagospeltabernacle.com 8492 Hiram Acworth Highway, (678) 383-2299 Sunday Services: 9 & 11 a.m. Kellogg Creek Church of Christ Pastor: Steve Hambrick www.vintage242.com 3510 Kellogg Creek Road, (770) 974-2814 Sunday Services: 10:30 a.m. Word of God Word of Truth Church Sunday School: 9:30 a.m., Wed. Service: 7:30 p.m. Sunday Services being held at www.kelloggcreekchurchofchrist.org The Scout Hut-Roberts Park (770) 428-8279 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

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St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church 680 West Memorial Drive, (770) 443-0566 Saturday Vigil: 4 & 6 p.m. (6 p.m. En Espanol) Sunday: 8 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. & 5 p.m. Rev. Adrian Pleus www.saintvincentdepaulchurch.org

Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints Sunday Services: 9 & 11:30 a.m. 5095 Holt Road NW, (770) 975-1788

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

Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. Pastor: Galen Bias

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Assisted Living

Attorneys/Legal Services

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

Daycare

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

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

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Fitness

Life Quest Fitness (678) 973-0635

Funeral Home/cemetery

Counseling

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

Carpet Dry-Tech (678) 368-5991

GhostNet, Inc (770) 852-2292 www.ghostnetinc.com The Tech Doctors (770)575-0155

Banking/Financial Services

Carpet & Upholstery Cleaners

DeRiche Agency, Inc. (678) 490-3761 3175 Cherokee Street, Kennesaw

Computer Services/Repair

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

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

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

Military Mom Home and Window Cleaning (678) 287-9896

Automotive

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

Brookwood Christian Academy (678) 401-5855 www.brookwoodchristian.com 4728 Wood Street, Acworth

Cleaning Home/Business

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

AutoBuffs Express Carwash (678) 213-1313

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

Ryan Family Chiropractic Wellness Center (678) 664-4028 www.RFCWC.com 3330 Cobb Parkway NW, Suite 332, Acworth

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

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

Education/Instruction/Counseling

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 McLemore Massage (678) 753-6277 Signature Salon and Spa (678) 403-1949

Heating & Air Conditioning Reliable Heating (770) 594-9969 www.reliableair.com Thermo-Tech HVAC & More (404) 490-9564 Acworth, GA 30101

Home Improvement/Repair & Service Dr. Fixit, Ph.D. (770) 974-2390 www.drfixitphd.com

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

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

Create A Memory (770) 974-3686

Ridge Runners Gutters (770) 334-2761

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

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

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

Farmers Insurance (678) 224-6936 2487 Cedarcrest Rd., Suite 112, Acworth

Kritter Keepers (678) 923-7663 www.kritterkeepers.com

Genworth — Long Term Care Insurance (770) 294-5745

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

D Ward Insurance (770) 974-0670 www.DWardInsurance.com

SKY ZONE (678) 426-4400 1650 Airport Rd. Suite 105, Kennesaw The YMCA (770) 423-9622 1700 Dennis Kemp Ln, Kennesaw

Retail stores Foot Solution (770) 575-2238 3450 Cobb Parkway Simple Elegance 3450 Cobb Parkway, Suite 200 Solavei (404) 771-2555

Physicians and Medical Services Governors Family Medical Group (770) 975-9077 www.governorsfamilymedicalgroup.com 4900 Ivey Road, #1826, Acworth

Jewelry/Appearal

Glitz & Glamour (770) 529-4993 www.glitzandglamourinc.com 4857 N. Main Street, #210, Acworth Lawn Doctor of Acworth (770) 517-2129

Vape Life (678) 702-3224

Restaurants/Food Services

East Cobb Pediatrics www.eastcobbpeds.com

Lawn Maintenance/Landscaping

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

South Scapes Landscape Company (404) 867-9541

Georgia Wing Chun Kung Fu (770) 324-4385 (770) 324-0895 www.georgiawingchun.com

Optometrist/Eyewear

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

Real Estate Debi Smith (770) 240-2004

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

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

Painting

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

Skin Cancer Specialist (770) 422-5557

Plumbers Martial Arts/Self Defense

Cookies by Design (770) 578-0200

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

Vinings Surgery Center (770) 955-9000 WellStar (770) 956-STAR (7827) www.wellstar.org

Mark’s Lawn Care (404) 925-4694

Photographer

Out of Box Theatre (678) 653-4605 www.outofboxtheatre

Pet Services

Insurance

Steve’s Painting (770) 231-9494

North Cobb Warrior Basketball Camp (770) 975-6705 www.northcobbbasketball.com

Pest Control

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

Bascomb United Methodist Preschool (770) 926-0397 www.bascombpreschool.com

Discovery Point (770) 974-3036 – Acworth/Dallas (678) 453-3400 – Acworth/Kennesaw North Cobb Christian School (770) 975-0252 www.ncchristian.org/camps

Photo LaB

Mancilla Roofing & Construction (678) 855-1919

Celestial Jewelers (770) 627-4468

Jimmy John’s Gourmet Sandwiches (678) 501-6012 3450 Cobb Pkwy NW

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 Roy’s Royal Dogs (678) 383-6294 3330 Cobb Parkway, Suite 308, Acworth

Trohpy/Plaques H & H Trophies (404) 414-1727 www.hhtrophies.com

Weight loss Program 27 (678) 732-3100

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