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6 MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR 8 — 16 COMMUNITY NEWS 18 cOMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT 20 — 25 ACWORTH ART FEST 30 — 31 Readers’ Choice Winners 32 — 35 ACWORTH ART FEST 48 — 49 Acworth business association

36 Retirement Through Your Eyes 36 SHOULD I USE A SALES SCRIPT? 38 It’s Time 42 Spring A/C Tune-up 43 Benefits of Swimming

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46 The Right Tools For the Job

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47 Don’t Be Blind-Sided By AMD

birthdays & anniversaries

51 Architect or Interior Designer 51 Common Scents

52 How Does God Feel About You?

22 — 23 BIRTHDAYS & ANNIVERSARIES

53 An Extra-Cheesy Story

Crystal Carr and her husband, Rick Caffey, are the owners of Around Acworth, Inc. who publish the Acworth Community Magazine. Crystal has owned several small businesses over the years and is a licensed Real Estate Agent. Rick has also owned several small businesses and is an active member of the Air Force Reserves and is currently deployed. He is also a veteran of Desert Shield/Storm. ACW O R T H C O M M U NIT Y M AGAZ INE | APRIL 2 0 1 3

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acworth business Association 48 church listings

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website: www.AcworthCM.com Facebook.com/AcworthCM Acworth Community Magazine, a publication of Around Acworth, Inc., is a monthly community magazine. Acworth Community Magazineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mission is to build a sense of community and pride in the Acworth area by providing its residents with positive stories and timely information. It is distributed free by mail. For readers outside our mailing area, subscriptions are available for $24 per year. Please send a check or money order to the address above. Acworth Community Magazine welcomes your comments, stories and advertisements. The deadline for each issue is the 10th of the preceding month. The viewpoints of the advertisers, columnists and submissions are not necessarily those of the Editor/Publisher and the Publisher makes no claims as to the validity of any charitable organizations mentioned. Acworth Community Magazine is not responsible for errors or omissions. No part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means without written permission from the Publisher. All rights reserved. All rights reserved. ÂŠ Copyright 2013.

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Volume 8, Issue 8

Message From The Mayor In Acworth, it seems like everywhere you look, you see the progress as our city leaders work to improve the quality of life for our seniors! On Friday, March 15, we experienced a redevelopment milestone in our Historic Downtown District with the official ground breaking for Dogwood Forest. After a seven year journey to develop and build an assisted living and memory care neighborhood on the Old Day’s Chevrolet property, Acworth’s Dogwood Forest project was officially celebrated as underway. This is an important city gateway project that promises to add a new dimension to the quality of life for our seniors and is scheduled to open in the Spring of 2014. We talk a lot about the “Senior Tsunami” that is coming to every community in the nation as 78 million baby boomers prepare to retire and leave the work force. This senior population is looking for communities in which to retire, and in our community, we have been proactive in making sure we build a community with the quality of life for which these seniors are looking. Our commitment and progress in meeting the needs of our aging population is unmatched by any other community. This past summer, Walton Communities opened the “Legacy at Walton Overlook” on Cowan Road, a beautiful senior neighborhood, and this same developer will build another senior neighborhood in downtown on our other city gateway located on Cherokee Street. This project is planned to begin in early 2014 and will deliver another wonderful senior neighborhood. These two Walton senior apartment neighborhoods and Dogwood Forest’s assisted living and memory care neighborhood create an important quality of life infrastructure that will meet the demands of the “Senior Tsunami” that is headed our way. In addition to these senior neighborhoods, we provide activities through our Parks, Recreation and Community Resource Department throughout the year. Lauren Ham, our Special Populations Coordinator has developed and implemented outstanding programs for our seniorssuch as yoga, cardio classes, day trips, monthly luncheons and more. By this Mayor’s Photo Credit - Brett May Photography

time next year, some seniors will be within walking distance to these programs at our community center. We continue to build walking trails to connect these neighborhoods so that our seniors will have access to downtown shopping and dining, recreation at the lake and physician services on Main Street. For more information on the activities offered by the city, call (770) 9171234 or visit www.acworthparksandrec.org. If you’ve never had an opportunity to visit them, Cobb County Senior Services has a great facility in the North Cobb Senior Center located in Kennworth Park that provides multi-purpose programming for seniors 55 and older, and neighborhood center services to those over the age of 60. The North Cobb Senior Center, is operated by the Cobb County Government and can be reached at (770) 975-7740 or by visiting www.cobbcounty.org. We are building quality of life for our seniors while building extraordinary inclusiveness that will create a diverse community in which every age group will be proud to call Acworth Home!

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Dogwood Forest Ground Breaking Ceremony With a symbolic toss of Georgia red clay, Trinity Lifestyles Management, a Georgia based senior living management company, affiliate partners, and Acworth’s city mayor, marked the start of construction with a ground breaking ceremony for its new $22 million Dogwood Forest senior living community located in historic Acworth. Several city officials, project partner Dan Needle of Needle Development and community members were all in attendance.

On Thursday, March 14, the City of Acworth hosted a ribbon cutting for Al-bums Record Shoppe located at 4606 South Main Street, Suite C. Alderman Bob Weatherford congratulated Mark Bosley, owner, on relocating his business to downtown Acworth. Al-bums Record Shoppe has a large variety of classic vinyl records, CDs, quality used stereo equipment, turntables, guitars and amps. For more information, contact Mark at (678) 447-8519 or visit them on Facebook.

Acworth Art Fest The highly anticipated second annual Acworth Art Fest will take place on April 13 &14 which will include 120 whimsical and talented artisans from around the country. Their creative booth displays will decorate Main Street in downtown Acworth with paintings, pottery, metalwork, folk art, glass, jewelry, yard art and much more! There will be a magical Kidz Zone filled with creative activities that are sure to make children smile. Along with inflatables and fun rides, this vibrant play land is the exciting place to be for young people. Of course, there will be wonderful food from Acworth’s own eateries and shoppers will find delectable treats to satisfy their taste buds.

The site of the community is located at 4461 South Main Street, the southern edge of historic Downtown Acworth. Once completed, Dogwood Forest will total 87,000 square feet with 47 assisted living units and two neighborhoods composed of 22 units for early Alzheimer’s and 24 units for more specialized memory care needs. “This groundbreaking marks the beginning of something great for us as a company as well as the beginning of a new relationship with the Acworth community, and we know that our approach to building and operating senior living communities with positive environments and programs will have a strong impact on the community and seniors living at Dogwood Forest of Acworth,” stated Al Holbrook, chairman and CEO of Solomon Senior Living, LLC and Trinity Lifestyles, LLC, the two companies that will develop and operate the community respectively.

Volunteers are needed! For more information or to volunteer, visit www.acworthartfest.splashfestivals.com.

City of Acworth Job Openings Acworth Achievers Program Assistant — The Parks and Recreation Department is accepting applications for the Acworth Achievers Program Assistant. This position will be responsible for assisting the Acworth Achievers Mentoring and Afterschool Program. For more information, contact Frank White at jwhite@acworth.org or call (770) 917-1234. You can submit your cover letter, resume and application via fax at (770) 966-7891, email to jwhite@acworth.org or in person at 4762 Logan Road, Acworth, 30101. Cauble Park Gate Attendant — The Parks and Recreation Department is accepting applications for the Cauble Park Gate Attendants. This position will be responsible for customer service to park visitors and for collecting the associated parking fees. For more information, contact Mychal Lewis at mlewis@ acworth.org or call (770) 917-1234. You can submit your cover letter, resume and application via fax at (770) 966-7891, email to mlewis@acworth.org, or in person at 4762 Logan Road, Acworth, 30101. 8

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Georgia's Clerk of the Year The Georgia Municipal Clerks & Finance Officers Association recognized Regina Russell from the City of Acworth, as the Clerk of the Year for the State of Georgia at its annual conference. This award was a complete surprise and is well deserved. Regina began her career Mayor Tommy Allegood and Regina Russell as a municipal clerk in 1993 for the Village of El Portal, Florida. Since then, she has held various other positions with different municipalities while concurrently continuing her role as a City Clerk. Professional growth has always been on the forefront of her mind thus her progression through the International Institute of Municipal Clerks and GMA/GMCFO Associations’ programs whereby she has attained both her Master’s Certification through each organization. As City Clerk for the City of Acworth, Regina assumes the responsibility of ensuring that all matters relating to the functionality of City Hall are in order. Additionally, she is appointed by the Mayor and Board of Aldermen, and is responsible for recording the Board of Aldermen's official actions in minutes, maintaining contracts and agreements, preparing and processing correspondence and reports, overseeing Liberty Hill Cemetery and preparing the city newsletter. The clerk is the custodian of the City Seal and is responsible for conducting the Municipal Elections. We are extremely proud of our City Clerk! Congratulations!!!

North Cobb Junior Warrior Football Registration The North Cobb Junior Warriors (NCJW) will be holding registration for the Spring football season on Saturday April 20 & 27, from 9 a.m. — 12 p.m. at the North Cobb High School football complex. Registration is for current 5th — 7th grade students. The Spring session will run April 29 — May 18. Participants will learn fundamentals, agility, offensive and defensive schemes from the North Cobb Varsity and Middle School coaching staffs. Players will participate in two Jamboree game sessions against several of the other local Middle School programs. The NCJW are a member of the 40 team Georgia Middle School Athletic Association and are a feeder program 10

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for the North Cobb varsity football program. Come be a part of the exciting NCJW! For more information, please visit www.northcobbfootball.com.

Acworth Town Hall Meeting Please join your Elected Officials along with the City Staff on Wednesday, April 3, at 6:30 p.m., at Acworth City Hall for one of the semi-annual Acworth Town Hall Meetings. City Hall is located in downtown Acworth at 4415 Senator Russell Avenue. This is a great way to gather information and learn what’s going on in the Acworth community.

Aquafina Pitch, Hit & Run The Aquafina Pitch, Hit & Run competition is finally here! The Acworth Parks and Recreation Department will be hosting the local competition on Saturday, May 4, from 12 – 2 p.m., at the Acworth Sports Complex Field 3, which is located at 4000 S. Main Street in Acworth. This competition is a FREE skills competition that provides boys and girls, age 7 — 14, the opportunity to showcase their pitching, hitting and running abilities. Winners can advance through four levels of competition, including Team Championship events at the 30 Major League ballparks and the National Finals at the MLB All-Star Game! The City of Acworth Parks and Recreation Department is a three time recipient of the Aquafina Major League Baseball/ National Parks and Recreation Association Double Play Grant for extraordinary participation Pitch, Hit and Run competition. Let’s see if we can accomplish the same feat this year! For more information, please call the Acworth Parks and Recreation Department (770) 917-1234.

APRD Spring Preschool Sports Camp The Acworth Parks and Recreation Dept. will have a spring edition of Preschool Sports Camp. This is a non-competitive program to help three and four year olds develop basic skills for sports programs in the future. The program gives children a chance to explore a variety of different sports all in one program. Preschool sports camp exposes these eager preschoolers to soccer, T-ball, basketball and even speed and agility developmental sessions through nine organized instructional sessions. Parents come enjoy the spring weather with your child as we discover their potential to be the next big homerun hitter, soccer stud and/or basketball superstar. Sessions are every Thursday morning from 9 — 9:45 a.m., April 18 — June 13. It will be held on The Horizon Field at the Acworth Sports Complex. Registration fee for city residents is $50 and for non-city residents is $65. For more information, call Frank at (770) 917-1234 or stop by the Parks and Recreation office at 4762 Logan Road, Acworth. You may also register online at www.acworthparksandrec.org.

NPHS Band Golf Tournament Back the Pack! North Paulding Band Foundation is hosting the 2nd Annual Wolf Golf Classic at Bentwater Golf Club on Tuesday, May 14. There will be a putting contest, door prizes, closest to the pin, and a chance to win a hole-in-one car from Wade Ford. Proceeds benefit the NPBF to support Music Education programs at Sammy McClure Middle School and North Paulding High School. Individuals $100/Foursome $350. Registration will begin at 11 p.m. and includes lunch, goodie bags, and JD’s BBQ for dinner. Shotgun start at 1 p.m. Sponsorships are available. To register or become a sponsor e-mail Ken Langdon at kenlangdon@comcast.net.

Bargain Hunter’s Paradise On Friday, May 3 and Saturday, May 4, from 8 a.m. – 3 p.m., rain or shine, the Brookstone Golf Community will hold their 23rd annual Charity Garage Sale. There will be over 250 families participating in the fundraiser sponsored by the Brookstone Women’s Club. Proceeds from resident participation fees support local charities. For more information, addresses and map listings, visit www.BrookstoneWomensClub.org beginning May 1 and at multiple entrances to the community on May 3. For more information, email bwcadblack@gmail.com.

Big Shanty Festival The 37th Annual Big Shanty Festival in downtown Kennesaw will take place on April 20 — 21. Co-sponsored by the City of Kennesaw and the Kennesaw Business Association (KBA), the Festival features more than 200 booths of crafters, artisans and vendors as well as live entertainment on several stages, children’s activities and more than 30 food booths. The festival opens with a parade in downtown Kennesaw on Saturday at 9:30 a.m. featuring local high school bands, colorful floats and over 1,000 young marchers. Admission is FREE. During the festival, roads in downtown Kennesaw will be closed beginning at 6 pm on Friday, April 19. Festival hours are Saturday, April 20, from 9:30 a.m. — 6 p.m. and Sunday, April 21, from 12 — 5 p.m. For more information, please call (770) 423-1330 or visit www.kennesawbusiness.org.

Recycle & Document Shredding Event Keep Kennesaw Beautiful will host a community Electronics/ Metal Recycling and Document Shredding Event on Saturday, April 27, from 10 a.m. — 2 p.m. at the Public Works facility on Moon Station Road. The event is FREE and open to all. “This is a great opportunity for some spring cleaning,” said Miranda Jones, Keep Kennesaw Beautiful Executive Director. “Along with old electronics, we can now accept metal items made out of steel, aluminum, brass, lead and copper.” Items accepted include computer equipment, telephones, cameras, VCRs, microwaves, stereos, and copiers/printers. There should be no concern about data retrieval from computers or phones since everything collected goes to the crusher to be completely demolished. The metal recycler will accept major appliances like refrigerators, washers and dryers. Not accepted are 12

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humidifiers, vacuum cleaners, tires, household trash and nonelectric equipment. TVs and CRT monitors will be accepted with a fee. New this year, customers can support MUST Ministries by bringing canned goods to donate (suggested amount: 4 items per vehicle). For more information, please call (770) 424-8274 or visit www.kennesaw-ga.gov.

Youth Art Exhibition Gallery 4463 in downtown Acworth, will host its second Youth Art Exhibition for Grades 1 — 12, April 6 — 27. Over 17 area local schools and home school classrooms are represented in this exhibit. Awards will be given out on Friday, April 12, from 6 — 9 p.m. The gallery will also be hosting an exhibit entitled Hand Pulled Images, Printmaking from Kennesaw State, works by students and alumni from Kennesaw State University. For more information and a preview of the exhibit, visit their website at www.gallery4463.com.

Tree and Shrub Seminar Looking to learn more about which trees, plants or shrubs to use this spring? Come out and learn from an expert horticulturalist how to choose plants and maintain your yard to keep it looking fresh and healthy! Participants will learn about plant choices and seasonal color, trees, shrubs and annuals, as well as watering techniques to make your yard stand out! This FREE seminar will be held on Monday, April 22, from 6:30 — 8 p.m. For more information, call (770) 917-1234.

Football Clinic by former San Diego Charger The LaDainian Tomlinson (LT) Preparatory Academy will be hosting a series of football clinics on May 4, from 8 a.m. — 2 p.m. , and on July 1214, at Kennesaw Mountain High School. This will be the first time for the former San Diego Chargers running back to instruct a clinic in Metro Atlanta. The Academy — not to be confused with a school — serves as a great resource for both parents and student athletes aspiring to compete at a collegiate level. It emphasizes the importance of character, education and performance — both on and off the field. Parents will be educated on the process for obtaining a NCAA athletic scholarship, core-course planning and management, and much more! The cost for the one day clinic on May 4 is $49. Deadline to register is April 21. For more information or to register for the clinic, call (817) 717-8801 or please visit their website at www.lt-academy.com.

Kennesaw’s 2013 Outdoor Movie Series The City of Kennesaw announces its 2013 Outdoor Movie Series of FREE, family-friendly flicks at Swift-Cantrell Park. The lineup includes Disney/Pixar’s Brave on Saturday, May 4; The Pirates! Band of Misfits on Saturday, June 1; and Hotel Transylvania on Saturday, October 12. All movies will start at dark. Children’s activities featuring both free and pay-to-play inflatables, giveaways and outdoor fun are offered beginning at 6 p.m. (5 p.m. on October 12). Viewers are invited to bring a blanket or low-back chairs. Pop-up tents, canopies or beach umbrellas that can obstruct the view of others are not permitted. Concessions will be available for purchase. Parking is available inside the park, and at neighboring Kennesaw Elementary School. Cancellations may occur due to weather conditions. Swift-Cantrell Park is located at 3140 Old 41 Highway. For more information, please visit www.kennesaw-ga.gov/pkrec or call (770) 422-9714.

Backyard Campout The City of Kennesaw along with Boy Scout Troop 002 invites local families to participate in an overnight camping experience at Swift-Cantrell Park on Saturday, May 4. The event is hosted in support of the National Wildlife Federation’s “Be Out There™” campaign, an annual effort encouraging children and families to experience the outdoors and connect with nature. The Backyard Campout will kick off on Saturday with the city’s 2013 Outdoor Movie Series presentation of Disney/Pixar’s Brave, and will run through the morning of Sunday, May 5. Campers will have the opportunity to experience a model camp site, observe camping equipment demonstrations and participate in a variety of recreational games, crafts, campfire songs and storytelling activities. Only tent camping will be allowed. Pop-up campers, RVs, or open air sleeping is not permitted. Each camp site is approximately 10’ x 10’ (with a 10’ buffer between each camp site). Participants must bring their own tent, not to exceed the floor size of the camp site, one tent per camp site. 14

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All participants under the age of 17 must be accompanied in their tent by their parent/legal guardian or other family member over the age of 18. The registration fee is $10 per camp site (advance registration is required). A limited number of camp sites are available. Swift-Cantrell Park is located at 3140 Old 41 Highway. For event details and registration information, visit www.kennesaw-ga.gov/pkrec or call the Kennesaw Parks & Recreation Department at (770) 422-9714.

Zaxby’s Has Reopened ATTENTION Acworth - the Zaxby’s location at 3511 Baker Road, has reopened from the minor kitchen fire that took place in February. Turning adversity into opportunity, this location now has a remodeled dining room with a cleaner, fresher design and décor. The beverage bar has been redesigned and the new location now has a condiment area for guest convenience. The exterior received new paint and light fixtures, as well. Stop in and check out the new remodeled look and enjoy some delicious chicken!

Open House — Georgia Funeral Care & Cremation Services Georgia Funeral Care & Cremation Services will hold their Open House on Saturday, May 4, from 11 a.m. — 2 p.m. They are located at 4671 S. Main Street, in downtown Acworth. They are locally owned and operated by Kevin and Gina Marcy. A fifth generation funeral professional, Kevin has been working in funeral service most of his life. The Marcy’s recognized the need for a more affordable alternative to the high priced services offered by most Georgia funeral homes, so in 2012 they founded Georgia Funeral Care & Cremation Services, LLC. The Marcy family and their staff live by the motto, “Dignity is always affordable.” Stop by and meet the Marcy’s and their staff and take a tour of their facility. They may be reached at (678) 574-3016.

BHBC Dinner & Silent/Live Auction Join Burnt Hickory Baptist Church (BHBC) for their 14th Annual Silent/Live Auction on Saturday, April 27. Hundreds of new and collectible items will be for auction. All proceeds benefit BHBC Student International Missions. Items for auction include entertainment tickets, restaurant gift cards, home & garden items, sports tickets and collectible items, Vacation Rentals, gift baskets and much more! The silent auction is from 4:30 — 6 p.m. There will also be a fundraising dinner from 6 — 7 p.m. and the Live Auction at 8 p.m. Tickets are required for dinner but not to bid. For more information, please visit their website at www.burnthickory.com.

Book Sale Holy Cross Lutheran Church will be hosting a book sale to benefit the Paulding Literacy Council. The book sale will take place April 25 — 27, Thursday, 12 — 6 p.m., Friday, 8 a.m. — 6 p.m. and on Saturday, 8 a.m. — 4 p.m., at 76 Seaboard Street, in Hiram. For more information, email bspoon_98@yahoo.com.

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Miles Ramseur (left) & Dylan Carr (right) have fun pretending to be patient and doctor in the Metro Ambulance.

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The Touch-a-Truck event, sponsored by the City of Kennesaw, offered kids the opportunity to meet the owners and operators of over 40 vehicles that were on display. They were able to get up-close and personal with larger-than-life trucks, heavy construction vehicles, public safety equipment, cool cars and even specialty vehicles. The kids had a blast climbing on and interacting with vehicles of all shapes and sizes along with numerous inflatables to jump and slide on as well.

The crew from GrassRoots Tree and Turf Care provided free popcorn throughout the entire day for all the attendees.

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Community Spotlight.... by Cynthia Regalla Donna Dennehy was born in Atlantic City, New Jersey, but she grew up by the beach in Margate, New Jersey. Donna spent most of her career in the radio industry. While she enjoyed working for a Philadelphia radio station, she realized that mentoring young women was what she should be doing. Donna states, “I recall when I was a teenager, my mom suggested I should be a teacher, but I didn’t see myself as that profession.” Later on, she ended up volunteering as a mentor to a young girl. After 20 years of radio broadcasting, she recognized that mentoring young women was her true calling. Mmmm…maybe mom really does know best! Q: What are the most important qualities a mentor should have? A: First you have to recognize that mentoring is not a job, it is a calling. Influencing a child who’s not your own is a spiritual gift that must be shared. Students will begin to rely on you and need you in their lives. You must understand however, they will not tell you this. Essentially if ego is what drives you, then mentoring is not for you. On the positive side, mentors change lives. If you are considering becoming an influence in another child’s life, you’ll need to guide with your heart while always standing firm in the passion of your mission.

Donna Dennehy Q: What experiences in your life have prepared you to succeed in this profession? A: To answer this simply, I am a girl. I think at one time or another we’ve all been faced with the typical girl drama and yes, even bullying. Unfortunately today, a disgruntled girl can manifest into someone that is aggressive and displays all around bad behavior very quickly. For example, when I was in middle school, if I was upset with a friend I might have written a note or called on the phone to find out what went wrong. Today, girls are taking on the Internet and not only are they taking up their grievances with the friend who betrayed them, they’ve created a conversation web for all to see and read. I believe girls just need a safe, trusting environment where they can get feedback about how to handle certain situations in life. It would certainly negate them from going to their peers for advice, and in the end possibly prevent them from making undesirable choices that can have irrevocable consequences. Q: In life, what do you think is the best decision you’ve made so far? A: Truly surrendering to God’s plan for my life. What a relief to know that I no longer have to control my own journey. Q: What are the most satisfying aspects of your work? What is an issue that you feel needs more attention? A: The most rewarding aspect of mentoring is the “possibility.” It is the prospect or chance that you are contributing to another human beings success in life. On the other hand, the only concern I have is that people are not embracing that our girls today are in crisis. This is much more than a bullying issue. While enormous strides have certainly been made for women 18

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in the last several decades, girls today are faced with more challenges than ever; not only in the US but around the globe. We can’t have a call to action for change if we’re not willing to accept there’s a problem in the first place. Even if girls are talking to their parents, very often they’re not listening to their advice. Girls will also filter what they want their parents to know. I want to encourage parents that if you look at successful communities throughout history, the story tells us that it does in fact take a village. There’s just too much at stake. Donna wanted to teach girls how to overcome some of life’s major obstacles. Her personal experience is what helps her mentor these young girls and she refers to her own real life experiences to teach lessons. Donna shares her spiritual gift with ‘tween girls and adults, offering several opportunities for growth. Through Esther Element programs, her public speaking engagements and the seminars she offers, Donna Dennehy is making a difference in the lives of ‘tween girls and showing adults how they can do the same. Donna's book called, Esther Element: Girls with Courage, published in August 2012, was written as a guide for girls who have questions throughout life. On her website, www.EsterElement.com, she states, “We are teaching ‘tween girls to discover their unique gifts. They are recognizing their true purpose. Girls are learning that although life situations can be hard to face, they are not impossible to overcome when you have courage.” Donna states her book is a guide for these young women. And, it’s ironic that she has her own personal guide as well, the Bible.

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Celebrating on April 9 Wife of Kent Mother of Christina Stepmother of Jeremy & Kristy Grandmother of Miles & Keaton

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Mallory Dennard Age 13 on April 30 Happy Birthday!!! Daughter of Melinda & Wayne Sister of Madelyn

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Age 9 on April 10 “Happiest birthday wishes to the most awesome kid! Love, Mommy & Daddy Luke”

Shelly Caffey

Celebrating on April 21 Wife of Jared Mother of Brice & Breelyn

Ava White

Celebrated her 1st Birthday on March 23 Love, Mom, Dad & Nia

Candice White Celebrating on April 3 Happy Birthday, We Love You!!! Frank, Nia & Ava

Mark Cheatham Celebrating on April 7 Happy Birthday!!! Husband of Lori Father of Louis & Katie Knox

Crystal Douglas Celebrating on April 29 Wife of Brandon Proud new mother of Addison

Tony Bailey

Celebrating on April 12 Happy Birthday from the gang! Father of Josh

Gene Pugliese Celebrating on April 12 Happy Birthday! Father of Aisling & Gabe

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All-Around Restaurant Henry’s Louisiana Grill Bakery Publix — Cedarcrest Barbecue Place JD’s Bar-B-Que Breakfast Place Art’s Bagels Buffet Daddy’s Country Kitchen Coffee Shop Starbucks — Across from Day’s Chevrolet

Congratulations to our Best of the Best Readers’ Choice Winners! These businesses were chosen by the people of Acworth as the “Best of the Best.”

Dessert LoriBell’s Frozen Custard Fast Food Restaurant Chick-fil-A — Cobb Parkway Fine Dining Elevations Italian Restaurant Fusco’s via Roma Kid-Friendly Restaurant McDonald’s — Cobb Parkway Lunch Place Miss L’s Sandwich Shop Mexican Restaurant La Parrilla

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New Restaurant Fast Eddie’s Sports Cafe

Dance Studio Impact Dance of Atlanta

Oriental Restaurant Hong Kong Star

Fitness/Health Club YMCA - Mars Hill

Pizzeria Johnny’s Pizza — Cobb Parkway

Golf Course Bentwater

Seafood Restaurant Henry’s Louisiana Grill

Gymnastics Center Gymnastics Academy of Atlanta (GAA)

Sports Bar Olde Towne Tavern — Kennesaw

Kids Place Sky Zone

Steakhouse Longhorn Steakhouse — Acworth

Martial Arts Acworth Choi Kwang Do

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Event Venue The Conservatory at Waterstone

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Auto Repair KAMS Auto Service Center

Nail Salon Da-Vi Nails

Clothing Store/Boutique Glitzy Chicks

Auto Body Shop Day’s Chevrolet

Optometrist Acworth Family Eyecare

Convenience Store/Gas Station QuikTrip (QT) — Cobb Pkwy. & Hwy 92

Barber Shop Kennesaw Barber Shop

Orthodontist Singleton Orthodontics

Craft Store Michaels Arts & Crafts

Car Wash AutoBuffs Express

Painting Randy’s Painting

Carpet Cleaning Chem Dry

Pediatrics Kennesaw Pediatrics

Chiropractor Lake City Chiropractic

Pest Control Atlanta Environmental Pest Control

CPA/Accountant All Accounting & Financial Day Care/Adult DeRiche Agency Day Care/Preschool Acworth United Methodist Day Spa Signature Salon & Spa Dentist Dr. Terry O’Shea Dry Cleaner GAP Cleaners Electrician Turner Vaughn Electric, Inc. Embroidery Initially Yours, Embroidery Financial Institution/Bank Regions — Acworth Hair Salon Great Clips — Mars Hill Heating/Air Ragsdale Heating, Air & Plumbing

Pet Groomer Acworth Animal Hospital Pet Sitter/Boarding Pet Play Place

Department Store/Supercenter Target — Acworth Drug Store Lacey’s Drug Company Electronics/Appliances Best Buy — Acworth Florist Acworth Florist Frame Store Michael’s Arts & Crafts Furniture Store Woodstock Furniture Outlet

Plumber Millwood Plumbing

Garden Center Pikes Nursery

Photographer Tara Amos Photography

Gift/Home Decor Store Target — Acworth

Physician Dr. Daniel Kuzio

Grocery Store Kroger — Butler Creek

Physical Therapist OrthoSport Physical Therapy

Hardware/Home Improvement Store Home Depot

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Jeweler Atkins Jewelry

Real Estate Agent Brandi May — Keller Williams Tanning Salon Toucan Tan — Cobb Parkway Tire Shop Jones Tire Co. Tutoring Omega Learning Center

Insurance Agent David Grant — State Farm

Veterinarian Acworth Animal Hospital

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Write-In Category Graphic Design Completely Crafty, LLC

Liquor Store Beverage Mart Music Store Ponier Music Office Supply Store Staples Pet Supply Store PetSmart Shoe Store DSW — Designer Shoe Warehouse Sporting Goods Dick’s Sporting Goods Toy Store Toys“R”Us, Inc.

Honorable Mention: In response to the tremendous amount of votes received for a business outside of the Acworth/Kennesaw zipcodes (in meeting our voting requirements,) ACM felt we must recognize this business for its quality of food and service to the Acworth community. Congratulations to Los Magueys (at the intersection of Cedarcrest Rd. & Dallas Acworth Hwy.)!!!

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Elm Street Cultural Arts 8534 Main Street Woodstock, GA 30188 (678) 494-4251 www.elmstreetarts.org

Be a Star on the Elm Street Stage!

Each Camp Group will write, produce and perform an original play with music in only 5 days! Along with their experienced instructors, campers will create characters, plot lines, song lyrics, costume designs, art projects and much more. Each script is tailored for that group of campers, resulting in an individualized approach to a team activity. You can sign up for more than one camp week as each camp show is unique! We do NOT have a ‘star system,’ so all campers will have equal amounts of stage time and speaking lines. Family and friends are welcome to see the final performances on Friday afternoon at no additional charge. All campers will receive a t-shirt, script and a DVD of their final performance. Costuming is provided by Elm Street. Campers will see a Main Stage performance of either The Jungle Book in June or Beauty and the Beast in July.

Junior Campers — Ages 5-7 & Senior Campers — Ages 8-14 Camp Hours: 9 a.m. — 3 p.m. (8:30 a.m. early drop off / 3:30 p.m. late pickup — call to arrange) ADDITIONAL CAMPS: Art Camp will be held: June 17-21 & June 24-28 Teen Improv Camp and Teen Digital Photo Boot Camp will be held June 10-14

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Retirement Seen Through Your Eyes

Should I Use A Sales Script?

what will your life look like?

How often have you been in a position where someone is trying to convince you that his or her products or services are the best thing since sliced bread and that you MUST take advantage of the opportunity? How convinced were you in these situations and how often have you actually purchased? First of all, keep in mind that people Don Kyle in business are always in sales positions. After all, without sales, you have no business. Over my career, I have observed that many people make the mistake of not being prepared in these sales situations. In fact, most are not.

After you leave work,

How do you picture your future? If you are like many baby boomers, your view of retirement is likely pragmatic compared to that of your parents. That doesn’t mean you have to have a “plain vanilla” tomorrow. Even if your retirement savings are not as great as you would prefer, you still have great potential to design the life you want. Don Akridge, MBA, CPA, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ U.S. Marine Corps Veteran – Emory University Alumnus

With that in mind, here are some things to think about.

What do you absolutely need to accomplish? If you could only get four or five things done in retirement, what would they be? Answering this question might lead you to compile a “short list” of life goals, and while they may have nothing to do with money, the financial decisions you make may be integral to achieving them. (This may be the most exciting aspect of retirement planning.) What would revitalize you? Some people retire with no particular goals at all, and others retire burnt out. After weeks or months of respite, ambition inevitably returns. They start to think about what pursuits or adventures they could embark on to make these years special. Others have known for decades what dreams they will follow — and yet, when the time to follow them arrives, those dreams may unfold differently than anticipated and may even be supplanted by new ones. In retirement, time is really your most valuable asset. With more free time and opportunity for reflection, you might find your old dreams giving way to new ones. You may find yourself called to volunteer as never before, or motivated to work again but in a new context. Who should you share your time with? Here is another profound choice you get to make in retirement. The quick answer to this question for many retirees would be “family.” Today, we have nuclear families, blended families, extended families; some people think of their friends or their employees as family. You may define it as you wish and allocate more or less of your time to your family. Regardless of how you define “family” or whether or not you want more “family time” in retirement, you probably don’t want to spend your time around “dream stealers.” They do exist. If you have a grand dream in mind for retirement, you may meet people who try to thwart it and urge you not to pursue it. (Hopefully, they are not in close proximity to you.) Reducing their psychological impact on your retirement may increase your happiness. continued on page 54

Being prepared does not simply mean remembering and reciting a script. Most scripts I have seen do not address the key points necessary for an effective, convincing presentation. Several key points I would recommend for an effective sales presentation include the following. 1. Put the prospect at ease, 2. Present the benefits of your product or service, with total product (service) knowledge, 3. Address and overcome common objections prior to being raised, 4. Have passion for what you are offering, 5. Perform the presentation in a manner that matches your persona, and most importantly 6. Ask for the sale. I have seen a great presentation on paper become a disaster when actually presented, due to a lack of passion and belief in your product or service. I believe this one aspect, along with product (service) knowledge, can make or break your presentation. Furthermore, conducting your presentation in a manner that is not natural to you can cause the prospect to feel he or she is just another sales target. Therefore, it is critical to practice your presentation until it becomes a part of you. Finally, you must ask for the sale. I was recently a party to a sales interaction where it appeared to go very well. In the end, however, the presenter did not ask for the sale. No conclusion was reached and no follow-up steps were discussed — it was simply a business discussion between people. So ask for the sale or at least agree to follow-up! Please feel free to contact me with any questions about growing your business. Don Kyle is the CEO and Founder of Small Bizz MBA, a company which assists businesses with their marketing, branding and advertising needs. (404) 580-6331, dkyle@smallbizzmba.com

This year marks the 15 year Anniversary since opening KAMS Auto Service Center, our family owned business. We have grown to a 14 bay facility with state-of-the-art specialty tools and equipment, an alignment bay and a clean, comfortable customer waiting area. We are proud to have serviced the automotive needs of you, your family, your neighbors and friends. Thank you for your referrals! We know that this would not have been possible without the trust our customers have in KAMS to offer quality repairs at fair and reasonable prices. Ken and I greatly appreciate our dedicated and loyal customers and will continue to offer exceptional service while giving back to the community that has so faithfully supported us for the last 15 years. The KAMS family is our customers and we look forward to a long future in Acworth, offering Professional Service with Personal Care.

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Acworth Police Department It’s Time The time has finally arrived! The buzz of excitement around the Acworth Police Department is a little louder as we start planning for our new home. The process of selecting the architectural design team began several months ago. At the March 21st meeting of the Mayor and Council, local firm Croft & Associates was approved to begin putting pen to paper. Croft, who is credited with designing several public safety facilities, most recently for the City of Cartersville, was selected from a pool of 10 very qualified contenders who submitted proposals and conceptual drawings for consideration. Deciding factors in selecting Croft & Associates to collaborate with us in this endeavor included cost and experience but also came down to a desire to support our local businesses as often as possible. Having spent two decades in the private sector, I am well aware of how important community partnerships are. This endeavor is Acworth’s first “from the ground up” construction of a police facility since 1934. The “Old Jail” still stands on Richard Russell Avenue and was constructed on a budget of around $3,000. I am told that grant funds from the Public Works Administration (PWA), part of Franklin Roosevelt’s New Deal and the National Industrial Recovery Act, were used for the project which was completed in 1935.

facility that we can possibly provide for our community. Be sure to keep an eye on Acworth Industrial Drive later this summer as we break ground on our new home. I will be sure to keep our Acworth Community Magazine readers posted on our progress as we move ahead with this much anticipated mission. — Chief Wayne Dennard

“Georgia Teens Ride with P.R.I.D.E.” Parents Reducing Injuries and Driver Error — This is a FREE, two-hour course designed to help parents and their new (or soon to be) teen drivers, ages 14-16, learn what they need to do during the 40 hours of supervised practice driving time required by Georgia law. This program addresses driver attitude, knowledge and behavior, rather than a technical hands-on driver training course. The next class will be held on Saturday, April 20, from 9 — 11 a.m. For more information or to register, email mtaylor@acworth.org or visit their website www.acworth.org and click on “Police” under Departments.

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Our current facility, located on Acworth Industrial Drive, was renovated from a prefabricated metal warehouse in 1995. Total space for administrative operations is less than 5,000 square feet and was already too small by the time the department made the move 18 years ago. The new facility will be built on an adjacent lot on Acworth Industrial Drive that the city already owns. The existing building will continue to house the detention facility and court services. Our new police headquarters is being funded by the 2011 Special Local Option Sales Tax (SPLOST). When the project is completed in 2014, the new facility will be a state of the art, environmentally compatible structure that will meet our current needs and provide opportunities for future expansion. A cross section of staff from the Acworth Police Department has been pulled together to form the Internal Design Team and will be working alongside the crew of Croft & Associates. With years of combined experience in varying areas of law enforcement, the expertise that this team brings will help us to ensure that we are planning the most efficient and effective

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Jose Agosto was honored at the event in which Mayors from the county’s municipalities presented their city’s local heroes. Colonel Agosto served his country in the United States Air Force and continues to serve his community as a member of the Acworth Police Department. Pictured L — R: Mayor Tommy Allegood, Jose Agosto and Commissioner Tim Lee.

Is Your Home Value Underwater and Cannot Refinance; Think Again. If you were to ask any realtor what their biggest challenge was a couple of years ago, in unison, they would say, “lower property values!” If you were to ask any realtor what their biggest challenge is currently, they would say, “lack of inventory!” When this trend occurs, it is common that multiple offers made on a listed home create a “highest and best” situation. In cases of “high demand” and “low availability,” the value of our homes naturally increases. The positive trend in the past 12 months in property value is a reflection of our market. In the Acworth city limits alone, there was a 20K in median sales price increase in 2012 from 2011. This may not be as intriguing as the value increase of the early 2000s, but it’s an improvement. Even with that good news, many homeowners wishing to refinance their mortgage are not in a position to take advantage of historic low interest rates, or so they think! In comes HARP — not the instrument played by Angels, but the federally assisted “Home Affordable Refinance Program.” This program started in 2009 to allow underwater borrowers to refinance properties which were negatively impacted by the U.S. housing market collapse and ineligible for a conventional refinance. The HARP refinance program has been revamped into the HARP 2.0 program, loosening its previously enforced maximum limits on borrower loan-to-value ratios while expanding the range of eligible borrowers considerably. HARP is perfect for those who cannot otherwise refinance due to exceptionally high loan-to-value ratios (LTV) caused by the dramatic decreases in home values. Unlike a “modification” of a loan, a refinance under the HARP program does not have a negative impact on the borrower’s credit.

Property Eligibility for HARP 2.0 In order for a home mortgage to be eligible for a HARP 2.0 refinance, the mortgage must meet the following requirements: • Must be owned by either Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac. • Must have funded prior to June 1, 2009. • Loans previously refinanced through HARP program are not eligible. Not sure if your loan is guaranteed by Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac? Feel free to call a mortgage originator such as myself, or use the following loan lookup tools:

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Fannie Mae: https://www.knowyouroptions.com Freddie Mac: https://www.freddiemac.com The refinance market is still very robust. Now is a great time to review the various options you may have for lowering your current interest rate. Finally, for those not eligible under HARP 2.0, the President mentioned in his recent State of the Union Address that the Senate is currently discussing HARP 3.0, which may help those with mortgages that fell under an “alternative lending” program. Stay tuned.... Jay has been in mortgage lending for 11 years. He currently serves as Vice President of the Acworth Business Association Board of Directors. Jay lives in Acworth with his wife, Jennifer, and their two children Dante and Sterling, with a baby boy due in April. You can reach Jay at (770) 870-0644 or by email at jay.white@angeloakfunding.com.

Spring is the Ideal Time for an A/C Tune-up Just how hot will it get this summer? Will we experience record-breaking heat or will we have normal summertime temperatures? One thing is for certain, you will depend on your A/C to keep you cool during those hot and humid Georgia summer months. To make sure your cooling system will perform when you need it the most, it is important to have it professionally serviced bi-annually, and especially if your cooling system is more than 8-10 years old. Here’s why: Dan Jape

1. Your A/C unit has been sitting idle for two full seasons. Mother Nature can be rather harsh during the fall and winter. Leaves, twigs, mud and other debris collect inside your unit. Moisture causes some A/C components to form a coating of rust and corrosion of certain parts can occur. Rodents and other creatures sometimes gnaw on cables and wires. In addition to being exposed to outside elements, your unit has been inactive for many months. Without a thorough inspection, how can you be completely sure the unit will operate properly when you need it this summer? 2. You will have more flexible scheduling options. During the

hot summer months, the demand for air conditioner service is at its peak. So, if your cooling unit stalls during a summer heat wave, you may have no choice but to arrange for a technician to come at a time that is not the most convenient for you. Also, if the demand for service is particularly high in your area, you could potentially wait days for an appointment with a reputable company. However, service providers are not nearly as busy during the spring months and this allows you the opportunity to schedule a tune-up at a date and time more suitable to you. 3. You can catch problems early and avoid a breakdown in the peak of summer. A spring inspection helps uncover small problems before they turn into big problems. It is much easier to correct a simple problem during the mild temperatures of April and May than it is to resolve a major emergency in sweltering July or August. It’s also no secret that when a cooling system fails, indoor temperatures will rise quickly. This can seriously affect the comfort and health of you and your family. Fortunately, preventative maintenance in the spring can greatly reduce the potential for A/C problems during the summer. 4. You can improve efficiency and save money on energy costs. Your cooling system works its hardest during the hottest days of summer. Needless to say, when it works hard, it uses a lot of energy. And every homeowner knows how increasingly expensive utility rates have become. A spring tune-up includes continued on page 54

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Benefits of Swimming Many of us learn to swim at a young age, either through private lessons or through lessons at school, however, when it comes to getting or keeping fit, it’s much more common to hear of people going running or cycling than hitting the swimming pool. Swimming, however, has some fantastic health benefits and, in my opinion, should always be considered a vital part of any Dr. Sherri Ziomek health or fitness plan. As such, let’s take a look at exactly what the main health benefits of swimming are in order to encourage more people to get into the pool! Swimming, above all, is a fantastic all around way of exercising. An hour in the swimming pool will benefit both your body and your mind and, in addition, is a lot more fun than many forms of exercise are! Whether you’re looking to get fit, lose weight or generally just maintain a level of fitness and activeness; there’s no doubt that swimming is for you. Looking at the health benefits of swimming; recent reports issued by the ASA (the national body for everything swimming related) have suggested that regular swimming can help to reduce the risk of chronic illnesses and is also likely to keep you

generally feeling fit and well. Due to the nature of swimming, a majority of your bodies’ muscles are engaged in a variety of activity at one time, your heart and your lungs are also utilized to their capacity. In fact, regular sessions in the pool are thought to reduce the risk of conditions such as heart disease, strokes and even type 2 diabetes. There are certainly the health benefits to be had from swimming and these go way beyond simply keeping fit. In addition to these obvious health benefits of swimming, there are many more to consider! It’s said by many that swimming helps them to clear their mind and offers a sense of mental wellbeing. This, of course, is one of the many reasons why swimming is such a popular way of keeping fit and, when you combine both the physical and mental health benefits of the sport; you can clearly see why it’s an activity which you should undoubtedly be undertaking if you want to stay active and in good health. Whether you’re simply looking for an activity to enable you to try something different to keep fit or are looking for something more suited to your needs (for example, swimming is fantastic for those with conditions such as arthritis due to the support the water gives), the best thing to do is give it a try! You’ll continued on page 54

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Are You Receiving an “A” For Your Dental Health? Every parent wants their child to bring home an “A” from school. Achieving an "A" requires hard work, consistency, dedication and seeing the teacher. We encourage our children to adopt these principles throughout their years at school. If any one of these principles is missing, then the grade can quickly reduce to a “B”, a “C” or worse. The same principles are important for good oral health. Consistency and dedication to good oral hygiene every day with proper brushing and flossing are important to eliminate bacteria from your teeth and gums. In comparison to seeing the teacher, regular check-up visits to the dental hygienist and dentist every six months creates a successful formula for your oral health. So, what grade would you receive for your dental care? “A”: keeping regular six month check ups, brushing and flossing three times per day, no pending treatment. “B”: last check up about one year ago, brushing and flossing two times per day, no pending treatment. “C”: last check up 1-2 years ago, brushing every day, flossing several times per week, aware of pending treatment required. “F”: check up over more than two years ago, brushing every day, no flossing, no idea if teeth need treatment or not because it’s been too long since you’ve been to the dentist. Here are some interesting facts about dental care. About 60% of Americans visit the dentist every year. The average person visits their dentist every 3 to 4 years. The average person does not floss even once per week. The average person has a greater than 75% chance for of having gum disease based upon national statistics. The anatomy of your tooth facilitates tooth decay. Everyone’s natural teeth have grooves, which create spaces for bacteria to collect and form a cavity. Some grooves are like small elevator shafts that direct food and bacteria straight down into the center of your teeth. Without preventive dental care (i.e., sealants, fluoride), these teeth will develop cavities despite the best homecare possible. Therefore, your teeth require routine checkups to assess for tooth decay. Tooth fractures are another common tooth problem that leads to cavities. Fractures occur from normal chewing, grinding your teeth at night, large fillings that thin the walls of your teeth or thermal changes over the years. 44

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Tooth fractures are typically 50 microns in diameter as compared to bacteria that are only 1 micron in diameter. Fractures allow bacteria to penetrate into the center of the tooth beneath the enamel and result in significant decay. Another type of decay Dr. Scott Harden is a dentist at transpires from drinking Fountian View Family Dentistry. soft drinks, sport drinks He is a resident of Acworth and has and sweets in any form. practiced in Southwest Cherokee County for over 21 years. He is a Sugar provides a food Dental Advisor for two nationally source to oral bacteria, renowned dental research which promotes the companies. bacteria to produce an Office: (770) 926-0000 acid by-product. The Website: FountianViewSmiles.com acid erodes your tooth enamel by causing demineralization, which is the removal of minerals from your enamel. Demineralized teeth appear white at first, commonly seen between teeth where plaque collects from not flossing and also on front teeth of young orthodontic patients due to improper brushing around brackets. If the bacteria stays on the teeth long enough, the demineralization advances deeper to produce light brown decay, and spreads even farther into a tooth to produce dark brown or black decay. Light brown decay spreads the fastest and can destroy a tooth quite rapidly resulting in root canals or extraction. As a dentist for 25 years, my best advice to patients is to visit your dentist regularly to discover dental problems involving your teeth and gums while they are small problems. Waiting until a toothache occurs or missing regular dental check-ups increases the risk of substantial dental problems that are costly and avoidable. For dental anxiety patients, regular visits are crucial to avoid dealing with large dental problems that evoke more anxiety. Follow the same advice you would give your children in school and realize that you can set a good example for even yourself. Regular dental visits every six months, regular brushing and flossing and completing needed dental treatment are essential principles to receive an “A” for your dental care. Paid Advertisement

Don’t Be Blind-Sided By AMD What do artists Georgia O’ Keefe and Edgar Degas, author Stephen King, golfer Sam Snead, and actors Judi Dench and Bob Hope all have in common? All have been affected by the leading cause of vision loss in people over age 60 in America. Dr. Julie Poteet

Age-related Macular Degeneration or AMD, is a serious, chronic eye disease. Affecting more than 10 million people in the United States, AMD results in the deterioration of the macula, the portion of the retina responsible for focusing central vision, color and fine detail. AMD is classified as either “dry” or “wet.” Dry AMD accounts for about 90 percent of AMD patients. It often progresses slowly and may go unnoticed until it reaches an advanced stage, possibly progressing into the wet stage. Symptoms may include: • The need for increasingly bright light when reading or doing close work. • Increasing difficulty adapting to low light levels, such as when

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entering a dimly lit restaurant. Increasing blurriness of printed words. A decrease in the intensity or brightness of colors. Difficulty recognizing faces. A gradual increase in the haziness of your overall vision. A blurred or blind spot in the center of your field of vision.

Wet AMD affects only 10 percent of AMD patients but it is responsible for 90 percent of all severe vision loss from the disease. It occurs when abnormal blood vessels grow under the macula, often leaking blood and fluid. Symptoms may include the above symptoms in addition to: • Distortion of geometric shapes or people. • Straight lines may appear wavy or faces appear distorted. • A blurred or blind spot in the center of your field of vision. Scientists are still not sure about the cause of AMD, but the following are risk factors: • • • •

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The Right Tools For the Job Did you know that the hardware store is a great place to buy cooking gadgets? Don’t get me wrong, I’m not proposing that you get rid of your silicone spatulas, whisks and cooking thermometers in favor of your husband’s tools, as that could cause marital discord. I’m instead, Tiffany Hughes suggesting, that there are some hardware pieces which can come in quite handy in the kitchen. Take for instance, a hammer. You can chop nuts by putting them into a plastic bag, covered with a dishtowel, and hit it with the flat side of a hammer until broken up. The same can be done to flatten raw chicken breasts. Dredge them in flour with salt and pepper mixed in, then beaten egg, then in flour mixed with dry Ranch or Italian dressing. Fry the chicken pieces in hot canola oil until golden (about 2-3 minutes per side). Voila, you have chickenfried steak.

A brick can be quite useful when wrapped in several layers of foil. You can then use it as a bacon press, to ensure your slices are crispy. Or use it as a Panini press. Try putting a thin layer of mayonnaise on two slices of sourdough bread. Put one slice, mayo-side down, in a hot pan (no cooking spray needed), then top with apple butter, cooked turkey or chicken, and your favorite white cheese. Top with the other slice of prepared bread and cook until the cheese melts and the bread is golden. Do not put the brick on top until you have flipped the sandwich to toast the other side. This also works great for grilled cheese sandwiches too. So run some tools through your dishwasher, then try them out in the kitchen. You never know, you may just want to start putting all your kitchen utensils in a toolbox! Happy cooking everyone! Tiffany Hughes is an Acworth resident who enjoys spending time with her family and furbabies. Check out her Cooking Geek Facebook page where you can find additional tips & recipes or email her at creativecook11@yahoo.com.

Warnings from the BBB Tips for Using Public Wi-Fi Networks Wi-Fi hotspots in coffee shops, libraries, airports, hotels, universities and other public places are convenient, but they’re often not secure. When using a hotspot, it’s best to send information only to websites that are fully encrypted. You can be confident a hotspot is secure only if it asks you to provide a WPA password. If you're not sure, treat the network as if it were unsecured. How Encryption Works Encryption is the key to keeping your personal information secure online. Encryption scrambles the information you send over the internet into a code so that it’s not accessible to others. When using wireless networks, it’s best to send personal information only if it’s encrypted – either by an encrypted website or a secure Wi-Fi network. An encrypted website protects only the information you send to and from that site. A secure wireless network encrypts all the information you send using that network. How to Tell If a Website is Encrypted If you send email, share digital photos and videos, use social networks, or bank online, you’re sending personal information over the internet. The information you share is stored on a server – a powerful computer that collects and delivers content. Many websites, such as banking sites, use encryption to protect your information as it travels from your computer to their server. To determine if a website is encrypted, look for https at the beginning of the web address (the “s” is for secure). Some websites use encryption only on the sign-in page, but if any part of your session isn’t encrypted, your entire account could be vulnerable. Look for https on every page you visit, not just when you sign in. Don’t Assume a Wi-Fi Hotspot is Secure Most Wi-Fi hotspots don’t encrypt the information you send over the internet and are not secure. If you use an unsecured network to log in to an unencrypted site – or a site that uses encryption only on the sign-in page – other users on the network can see what you see and what you send. They could hijack your session and log in as you. New hacking tools – available for free online – make this easy, even for users with limited technical know-how. Your personal information, private documents, contacts, family photos, and even your login credentials could be up for grabs. An imposter could use your account to impersonate you and scam people you care about. In addition, a hacker could test your username and password to try to gain access to other websites – including sites that store your financial information.

Protect Yourself When Using Public Wi-Fi So what can you do to protect your information? Here are a few tips: • When using a Wi-Fi hotspot, only log in or send personal information to websites that you know are fully encrypted. To be secure, your entire visit to each site should be encrypted – from the time you log in to the site until you log out. If you think you’re logged in to an encrypted site but find yourself on an unencrypted page, log out right away. • Don’t stay permanently signed in to accounts. When you’ve finished using an account, log out. • Do not use the same password on different websites. It could give someone who gains access to one of your accounts access to many of your accounts. • Many web browsers alert users who try to visit fraudulent websites or download malicious programs. Pay attention to these warnings, and keep your browser and security software up-to-date. • If you regularly access online accounts through Wi-Fi hotspots, use a virtual private network (VPN). VPNs encrypt traffic between your computer and the internet, even on unsecured networks. You can obtain a personal VPN account from a VPN service provider. In addition, some organizations create VPNs to provide secure, remote access for their employees. • Some Wi-Fi networks use encryption: WEP and WPA are the most common. WPA encryption protects your information against common hacking programs. WEP may not. WPA2 is the strongest. If you aren’t certain that you are on a WPA network, use the same precautions as on an unsecured network. • Installing browser add-ons or plug-ins can help, too. For example, Force-TLS and HTTPS-Everywhere are free Firefox add-ons that force the browser to use encryption on popular websites that usually aren't encrypted. They don’t protect you on all websites – look for https in the URL to know a site is secure.

Avoiding Card Skimming at ATMs and Other Money Machines Be wary when you use automated teller machines (ATMs) and other payment processing machines. Thieves may be using high-tech tools in scams to capture your account information to steal your money. These scams, known as “card skimming,” involve attaching devices to money machines that read the information on your debit and credit cards when you swipe them. When combined with a nearby concealed camera to record your personal identification number (PIN), the thieves can get everything they need to drain your account or to make unauthorized purchases. In addition to using the information directly, thieves may sell your information to others.

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ATMs and automated payment machines in airports, convenience stores, hotel lobbies and other well traveled, public places may be most vulnerable to thieves who may think these machines are not regularly inspected by the machine owners. However, card skimming may take place at any ATM or card processing machine, including those on bank premises. As technology makes these devices smaller and more powerful, the risk of card skimming grows. How High-Tech Thieves Operate Thieves have many ways to steal your account information. They may attach a card skimmer that looks and acts like a genuine part of the ATM or other type of money machine. The device may be a simple, curved plastic sheath over the card slot. The skimmer reads the magnetic strip or computer chip on your card and transmits your account information to the thieves or saves the information until the skimmer is retrieved. Thieves may also use a wireless camera concealed nearby in a box holding brochures or in a light fixture. The camera photographs or videotapes your fingers as they enter your PIN on a keypad or screen. Like a card skimmer, the camera can transmit images instantly or save them until the thieves retrieve the camera later. A camera and card skimmer can be used together. Safeguarding Your Personal Bank Account Information To help protect you, banks and retailers take measures to minimize the risk of fraudulent use of your debit or credit card, particularly when those purchases are made by telephone or online. Before approving telephone purchases, retailers typically confirm your identity by asking for personal information. They may ask for your address, the last four digits of your social security number, or answers to security questions you created when you set up your account. Retailers also may ask for the three-digit security code printed on the front or back of your debit or credit card. To protect your online transaction from electronic fraud, many commercial Web sites require you to unscramble a word or a number displayed as a fuzzy or distorted image that is difficult for software to read. Protecting Yourself With Common Sense Security Measures Ultimately, you must protect yourself against thieves and the tools they use to access your accounts to steal from you. To protect yourself, follow these common-sense precautions. • Walk away from an ATM if you notice someone watching you or if you sense something wrong with the machine; immediately report your suspicions to the company operating the machine or a nearby law enforcement officer. • Before using an ATM, examine nearby objects that might conceal a camera; check the card slot for a plastic sheath before inserting your card. • Never keep a written copy of your PIN in your wallet or purse as it could be stolen; instead memorize your PIN and keep a paper record hidden at home.

• When entering your PIN, stand close to the machine and hold your hand over the keypad or screen to make it more difficult for a person or camera to watch you. • Beware of strangers offering to help you with an ATM that appears disabled and notify someone responsible for the security of the machine. • Regularly review your account statements, either online or on paper, and check for unauthorized withdrawals and purchases. If you find one, immediately contact your bank or credit card provider, as this will limit your financial liability for fraudulent charges. Federal laws limit your liability from debit and credit card fraud. Two federal laws, in particular, protect you. The Truth in Lending Act generally limits your liability to $50 for any unauthorized use of your credit card. However, you are not responsible for unauthorized charges on your account — if you report a lost or stolen credit card before the card is used. Also, you are not responsible if the fraud results from someone using your credit card number alone rather than your credit card. The Electronic Fund Transfer Act also limits your liability for unauthorized use of your debit or ATM cards — if you quickly report the lost or stolen card. You are not held responsible for unauthorized charges if you report the fraud before unauthorized transactions are made. If unauthorized transactions occur before you report your card missing or compromised, your liability depends on how quickly you report the loss. Additional Information Card Skimming: How It Works An electronic card swipe device, strategically placed on an ATM machine, records the data from a victim’s card. Another hidden device’s sensor or camera records the victim’s finger strokes on the keypad as the fingers tap in the victim’s PIN number. The device either sends the data to the thief immediately or saves it for the thief to retrieve later. The thief then can use the data online or by phone or copy it onto a blank card to be used in stores or restaurants. The Federal Trade Commission provides more information on what to do if your card is lost or stolen in its fact sheet “Credit, ATM and Debit Cards: What to Do if They’re Lost or Stolen,” at www.ftc.gov/bcp/edu/pubs/consumer/credit/cre04. The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency has answers about what to do about unauthorized charges and other banking issues at HelpWithMyBank.gov.

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April Events

Monthly Luncheon

Thursday, April 4 @ 11:30 a.m.

Guest Speaker: Vaughn Williams, Athletic Director of KSU Held at NorthStar Church, 3413 Blue Springs Road

Alive After Five

Thursday, April 4 @ 5:30 p.m.

Belong Here and Do More in 2013

March Luncheon

Acworth Intermediate School was the March School of the Month and received a check for $300 from the ABA. Pictured: Deborah MorrisPrincipal; along with the Student Council officers Drake Altman-Treasurer; Ansley CornettVice President; Lexi Lee-President; Breanna Knight- Secretary and Angela Hunt- 4th-5th Grade Counselor.

Therron Coopwood, Linda Graham, Beth Elder and Heather Finn of WellStar.

Fusco’s via Roma 4815A South Main Street NW

Morning Jolt

Dr. Hitendra Patel Medical Director, WellStar Sleep Program

Every 2nd & 4th Tuesday morning at 7:45 a.m. Held at Panera Bread 3384 Cobb Parkway (Target Shopping Center)

Dr. Osagie Okundaye M.D., FACC Spoke on the Importance of Preventing Heart Disease.

Amber Thomas-Hutson Assistant Director of Nursing at WellStar Health System

Devin Phillips, ABA Vice President, Kim Paris and C.A. (Bud) Zborowski, Vice President, Operations WellStar Health Parks

Fusco’s via Roma Italian Trattoria catered the March luncheon. Pictured L — R: Mike & Diane Fusco, Chris Marcouiller, Whitney Cook & Mara Bryan

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Why You Should Consider the Services of an Architect or Interior Designer Over the years in this business, I have called on the services of Architects, Interior Designers and sometimes Structural Engineers. Why, you may ask, would I need any of their services? When working on extensive remodeling jobs, even with a clear vision of what my client and I think will work, seeking their insight has proven Jeff Glover helpful in making sure everything comes together and the job runs smoothly. The first and most important reason is that changes on paper or a computer are cheaper to make than when you are knee deep in a job. In most cases, design challenges can be found and solved before you start demolition. However, there can always be unforeseen issues neither you or your design team may have known or “seen” until the walls and floors were opened up. Making sure the cabinets fit on the walls of the kitchen or that the fancy tub will work in your bathroom can be checked before you order them. As you may already know, the selection of products to choose from these days is incredible. An experienced Interior Designer can be extremely helpful in assisting you in weeding through the countless options and save you from selection overload. However, if you are going to be relocating walls and reworking an existing space, an Architect will help keep your home structurally sound and ensure that your new space is safe and aesthetically pleasing. Remember, be sure to choose a licensed Contractor and a design professional with experience who is willing to communicate with your entire team. Lastly, I would encourage you to have an initial consultation with everyone involved in your project. Then, everyone will know each other’s role, and it will help keep communication throughout your job clear and concise, with no misunderstandings. Jeff Glover is the owner of Bren-Abby Construction Services, Inc. a state licensed and insured company. He is a Marietta native and a lifelong resident of Cobb County with 16 years of construction experience in the industry. He lives in Acworth with his wife Melissa and two children Brendan and Abigail. He can be reached at (678) 574-0900 or visit his website www.bren-abby.com.

Common Scents Most people often don’t realize how strongly they are affected by scents. It is quite easy for the majority of people to relate a scenario where they encountered a very noxious smell, but many will not admit the pleasure experienced by a very good smell. The fragrant smell of home made bread or baked goods can bring back earlier memories; Dr. Nedra Dodds of happy times or of bad times too. This is because the olfactory sense, the sense of smell, is interpreted by the part of the brain that is concerned with our emotions and also affects our moods. As early as 400 B.C., Hippocrates wrote, “The way to health is to have an aromatic bath and scented massage every day.” There are numerous references throughout history to the use of aromatic oils. The term aromatherapy was coined by a French chemist, in the 1920s, after he had noticed the therapeutic effects of essential oils after badly burning his hand while working in his laboratory and accidentally dunking his hand into lavender oil. Aromatherapy and its uses have a long history in ancient China, Egypt and India. Research conducted as late as the 1990s at Yale University, found that certain odors can lower blood pressure. The scent of spiced apples was shown to be particularly effective in lowering the blood pressure of healthy volunteers by an average of three to five points. Other scientific research has shown that pleasant smells such as peach and plum can reduce pain, and that essential oils can change people’s moods: jasmine, ylang-ylang and peppermint can lift depression, geranium and bergamot relieve anxiety and rose and carnation have been found to restore energy. Essential oils (also known as essences) are a complex mixture of chemicals obtained from the distillation of plants, herbs and flowers with many different properties. As well as affecting mood, some are antibacterial, antiseptic or antiinflammatory. They have been used throughout centuries and in various cultures to treat problems ranging from depression and fatigue, to insomnia, acne, menstrual cramps and stress. Using the power of scent to either create a mood, or elevate one, can help to contribute to a healthy lifestyle. The release of endorphins in the brain, that makes us feel good, help us to perform better and keeps us younger at heart. To stay healthy and maintain longevity, literally stop and smell the roses. Dr. Nedra Dodds is the founder and Medical Director of Opulence Aesthetic Medicine located on 600 Chastain Rd., Ste. 224, Kennesaw, GA. (770) 591-3429. www.aestheticartsbyopulence.com.

How Does God Feel About You? Have you ever asked yourself the question – “How does God feel about me?” I have, and for years I didn’t like the answer. If I had what I considered to be a “good” week – then I could be sure of God’s love, approval and acceptance. If I had what I considered to be a J. R. Lee “bad” week – then I could be sure that I needed to make up for it in order to earn back the love, approval and acceptance that I had just squandered away. It was as if I was on a type of reality show and was trying not to be voted out. It produced a never-ending cycle of frustration and fatigue. The good news is that it doesn’t have to be that way. As a matter of fact, it was never supposed to. In spite of what you might have heard, Christianity is not a behavior modification project. Christianity is a Person. The good news for followers of Jesus is that God’s approval is not based on our effort on His behalf but His effort on our behalf. It’s not a matter of semantics. It’s a truth that makes all the difference.

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The “good” that we are looking to produce has already been accomplished. The “bad” has already been paid in full. That’s the message contained in 2 Corinthians 5:21 (Verse in the Bible), God made him who had no sin to be sin for us, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God. Let that sink in for a moment. As a follower of Jesus – no matter your past – when God sees you, He sees Jesus’ righteousness and not your rebellion. That is good news. If you are a follower of Christ, God couldn’t love you more than he does right now, because God couldn’t love Jesus more than He does right now. God sees you according to how Jesus lived not according to what kind of week you’ve had. As a result, you can stop fighting for what has already been given and stop praying for what you already possess. If you are a follower of Christ, the love, approval and acceptance that you have been striving for has already been granted. In Christ, there is nothing you could do to make God love you more and nothing you have done that would make God love you less. This is true because it’s not what you can do for God. It’s what God has already done for you. J.R. Lee is the Pastor of Freedom Church, located at Barber Middle School, 4222 Cantrell Road in Acworth. You may reach J.R. by calling the church at (770) 529-6006 or visit the church website at www.freedomchurch.tv. Also, check out his blog at wwwjrlee.tv.

An Extra-Cheesy Story My son, Chandler, is a picky eater. He really only has one food group: carbs. He’ll eat breads, cereals, PopTarts, waffles, and candy. But, not pasta. No way. Suffice it to say that it’s a challenge to find things he will try. Over the last couple years, he will actually try BBQ sauce on chicken. It’s C. A. Phillips the only sauce/condiment he will eat. Not ketchup. Not mustard. Not any type of dressing. He won’t even put milk on his cereal. Dry cereal – yes. Cup of milk – no problem. But, you CANNOT mix the two! For a long time, he would only eat a taco if it was ground beef on a soft flour tortilla. He eventually added shredded cheese. But not ON the taco…on the side, in a little cup. Gradually, he was willing to put the cheese inside the taco, but it was a process. A painful one for us as parents. After he was willing to introduce shredded cheese to his diet, he began to try other types of cheese, and actually liked them. After a while, he started eating the cheese sticks. You know…the white individually wrapped “string cheese” sticks

that are packaged as a snack food. Because of his finicky eating habits, this was a big deal, especially since he doesn’t each much protein – other than the gallon-plus of 1% milk he consumes each week. Even though he started expanding his world of food, it continued to be a challenge for him to find things he was willing to eat at school. He’d purchase a school lunch, and only eat the bread, and maybe a couple chicken nuggets. So, this year my wife started packing his lunch at home a couple times each week. That way, we can prepare foods that we know he likes (and will eat…most of the time). A typical lunch for Chandler would look like this: shaved ham or turkey slices (not on bread – the horrors!), a stick of cheese, some Wheat Thins, raisins, and a couple cookies. Not too bad of a lunch for an eight-year old. But, many times he’d bring the cheese home. And, his mom and I would say, “You need to eat your cheese!” A couple weeks ago, Chandler got a stomach bug, and wasn’t able to eat much of anything. After several days, he finally was able to regain his appetite and return to school. On the way home from school, I had the following continued on page 55

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How much will you spend? We can’t control all retirement expenses, but we can control some of them. The thought of downsizing may have crossed your mind. While only about 10% of people older than 60 sell homes and move following retirement, it can potentially bring you a substantial lump sum or lead to smaller mortgage payments. You could also lose one or more cars (and the insurance that goes with them) and live in a neighborhood with extensive, efficient public transit. Ditching land lines and premium cable TV (or maybe all cable TV) can bring more savings. Garage sales and donations can have financial benefits as well as helping you get rid of clutter, with either cash or a federal tax deduction that may be as great as 30-50% of your adjusted gross income provided you carefully itemize and donate the goods to a 501(c)(3) non-profit.

adjustments and cleaning procedures that improve the efficiency of your A/C unit, so it will use less power to keep your home cool in the summer. The less power used, the lower your summer utility bills will be. Also, the older a unit is, the less efficient it becomes over time as a part of the normal life cycle of the equipment. It’s important to maintain that aging system to maximize its life span and keep it running as efficiently as possible.

Could you leave a legacy? Many of us would like to give our kids or grandkids a good start in life, or help charities or schools – but given the economic realities of retiring today, there is no shame in putting your priorities first. Consider a baby boomer couple with, for example, $285,000 in retirement savings. If that couple follows the 4% rule, the old maxim that you should withdraw about 4% of your retirement savings per year, subsequently adjusted for inflation – then you are talking about $11,400 withdrawn to start. When you combine that $11,400 with Social Security and assorted investment income, that couple isn’t exactly rich. Sustaining and enhancing income becomes the priority, and legacy planning may have to take a backseat. In Merrill Lynch’s 2012 Affluent Insights Survey, just 26% of households polled (all with investable assets of $250,000 or more) felt assured that they could leave their children an inheritance; not too surprising given what the economy and the stock market have been through these past several years. How are you planning for retirement? This is the most important question of all. If you feel you need to prepare more for the future or reexamine your existing plan in light of changes in your life, then confer with a financial professional experienced in retirement planning. Don Akridge is President of Citadel CPA, Financial Planning & Investment Services founded in 1994 and conveniently located off Chastain Road between I-575 & I-75 in Kennesaw. Phone (770) 9526707. Securities offered through 1st Global Capital Corp. Member FINRA, SIPC. Investment advisory services offered through 1st Global Advisors, Inc. Created by 1st Global or Peter Montoya, Inc. for use by our financial advisors.

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5. You will enjoy peace of mind knowing you are prepared for the hot weather ahead. For many of us, summer means fun and enjoyment. The longer days provide more time for activities with family and friends. So the last thing most of us want to deal with during the summer is the hassle of a failing A/C. A tune-up in the springtime reduces the worry that your system will fail at the height of the summer’s heat. We know firsthand, that many major and costly repairs can be prevented, or at least detected early, with a simple spring tuneup. Furthermore, the aggravation, energy and money you save down the road will generally far exceed the cost of the tune-up. Come summer, your A/C will be essential to your indoor comfort and well-being. Don’t risk incurring a breakdown when you need it the most! Schedule your tune-up now and be prepared for the hot summer months ahead. Dan Jape is the owner of Reliable Heating & Air. You may contact him at (770) 594-9096

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almost certainly find that you love swimming and that it helps to clear your head and generally keep you feeling in good health. Dr. Sherri Ziomek graduated as Valedictorian from Life University. She has been involved with chiropractics since the age of ten. Even then, she realized the importance of regular chiropractic care; to feel and perform at her personal best. You may reach her at Discover Chiropractic & Rehabilitation at (770) 423-9010.

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• Diet: lack of fruits, vegetables and omega 3s • Cardiovascular disease • Race: lighter complexions Don’t get blind-sided by AMD. Early detection by your eye doctor is essential for proper care and treatment. Dr. Julie Poteet is in practice at Acworth Family Eyecare. For more information, contact them at (770) 974-3153 or www.acwortheyes.com.

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conversation with him: Me: “Chandler, did you eat your lunch today?” Chandler: “Yes.” Me: “Did you eat all of it?” Chandler: “Yes. Well, most of it.” Me: “Did you eat your cheese?” Chandler: “No. I gave it to my friend.” Me: “You did WHAAAAT? Why did you give it to your friend? Did he have his own lunch?” Chandler: “Yes, he had his own lunch. He just asks me every day if he can have my cheese. So, I give it to him.” OK, timeout. At this point, I am thinking a couple things. First, that kid needs to keep his hands off your cheese. Second, I come up with an idea…and I share it with Chandler. Me: “Well, you tell your friend that he can have your cheese if he gives you his cookies.” Chandler: “OK!” It then hits me what a horrible father I am. Not only am I encouraging my son not eat his cheese, but to trade it for more junk! So, I say to Chandler, “No, no, no. Don’t do that. (I am already playing out in my mind what my wife would say if she heard my proposal). Just tell your friend that your parents told you that you need to eat your cheese from now on.” Chandler: “OK.” Later that evening, Chandler tells Amy that he has been giving his friend the cheese stick every day. Amy asks him some of the same questions I asked him, and thankfully Chandler left out the details of my scheme to score more cookies. Whew! I wake up the next morning, thankful that this little cheese episode is behind us. I get Chandler his breakfast (Pop-Tart or dry cereal, of course), and start to pack the lunch that Amy has prepared for him. I open the freezer to take out one of the ice packs, and place it in the bottom of his lunch box. I then open the refrigerator. I reach up and take the shaved ham, when I notice something peculiar. I immediately wonder if there has been some sort of mistake. But, then a small grin breaks out on my face. My heart dances, and I shake my head. I reach back up to the top shelf of the fridge, and stare in wonder at what I hold in my hand: two cheese sticks. C.A. Phillips serves as the Married Couples Pastor at NorthStar Church in Acworth/Kennesaw, GA, and has lived in Kennesaw for nearly 30 years. Email him at ca.phillips@northstarchurch.org, or check out his blog at www.caphillips.com.

2013 Cobb Senior Idol Tuesday May 7 1:00 PM Jennie Anderson Theater Tickets: $5.00

At Senior Centers and at the door Join us for an afternoon of music, comedy, and dance as our contestants battle it out to be the 2013 Cobb Senior Idol! A panel of judges will select 5 top contestants from the competition. Then, the audience will decide the next

Cobb Senior Idol! Anyone interested in performing Call 770-528-1445 for more information. Rehearsal is May 6, 2013. Applications are available at all Multipurpose Centers.

Ninth Annual Cobb Senior Idol

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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. Wednesday Service: 7 p.m. Pastor: Rev. Loy Frix Calvary Baptist Church of Acworth 4361 Westside Drive, (770) 974-4965 Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 7 p.m. Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Wednesday Service: 6:30 p.m. www.calvarybaptistacworth.org Cedarcrest Church Meets at Allatoona High School, (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.christbaptistchurch.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. Wednesday Service: 6 p.m. Pastor: Dr. David M Joyner www.fbcacworth.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. Wednesday Service: 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. Wednesday Service: 7 p.m. Pastor: Wendell King Hickory Heights Baptist Church 221 Dabbs Bridge Road, (404) 488-3667 Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Sunday Service: 11 a.m. Wednesday Service: 7 p.m. Pastor: Phil Miller www.hickoryheights.org

Johnson Ferry Baptist Church @ Cedarcrest 3950 Cobb Parkway, Suite 604, (678) 460-3510 Keystone Baptist Church Meets at Russom Elementary School 44 Russom Elementary Ln., (678) 230-5317 Sunday Service: 11 a.m. Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Pastor: Terry Nelson www.keystoneonline.org Morning View Baptist Meets at Lewis Elementary (770) 443-5600 Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. & 6 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. Wednesday Service: 6 p.m. Pastor: Michael A. Smith New Hope Baptist Church 3814 New Hope Church Road, (770) 312-5562 Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Services: 11 a.m & 6 p.m. Wednesday Service: 6:30 p.m. Pastor: Richard Goodwin www.newhopeacworth.org Northwest Baptist Church 3575 Acworth Due West Road, (678) 608-1400 Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Wednesday Service: 7 p.m. Pastor: Doug Burrier 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. Wednesday Service: 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: 10:15 a.m. Sunday School: 9:15 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study: 7 p.m. Pastor: James Holloway www.sardismbckennesaw.org Summit Baptist Church 4310 Moon Station Lane, (770) 975-4595 Sunday Bible Study: 9:15 a.m. Sunday Services: 10:45 a.m. Int. Pastor: Dr. Allan Purdie 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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Hillcrest Baptist Church 6069 Woodstock Road, (770) 917-9100 Sunday Services: 9:30 & 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. Sunday Alive Groups: 9:30 & 11 a.m. Wed. Services: Youth/6:30 p.m. & Adults/7 p.m. Pastor: Mike Maxwell www.hbcacworth.org

The Entire Bible Baptist Church 4980 North Cobb Parkway (770) 926-1464 Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Services: 11 a.m., 6 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study: 7:30 p.m. Pastor: Bill Avery

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

Victory Baptist Church 5717 Priest Road, Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday Service: 7 p.m. Pastor: Bro. Donald E. Lewis

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West Ridge Church 3522 Hiram Acworth Hwy., (770) 222-2125 Sunday Services: 9:15 & 11:15 a.m. Pastor: Brian Bloye www.westridge.com Western Hills Baptist Church 700 Mars Hill Road, Kennesaw, (770) 425-7118 Sunday Service: 11 a.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

EPISCOPAL Christ Episcopal Church 1210 Wooten Lake Road, (770) 422-9114 Sunday Services: 8, 9 & 11 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

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

PRESBYTERIAN Acworth Presbyterian Church 4561 Church Street, (770) 974-6552 Sunday Service: 11 a.m. Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Pastor: Rev. Tara Bulger www.acworthpresbyterianchurch.org Christ Community Church Meets at Kennesaw Comm. Ctr., (770) 529-2600 Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. Pastor: Mike Glass www.christcommunitycobb.org 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 Cavazos www.kirkwoodpc.org Mars Hill Presbyterian Church USA 3385 Mars Hill Road NW, (770) 974-4395 Sunday Services: 9 & 10:30 a.m. Pastor: Dr. Bryant C. Harris www.mhchurch.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 & 1:30 p.m., 5 p.m. Pastor: Rev. John M. Matejek stcatherinercc.org 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 saintvincentdepaulchurch.org

Christ the King Church of Greater Atlanta 6464 Highway 92, (770) 924-9161 Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m.; Prayer Thursday: 7:30 p.m. Pastor: Jason Tomczak www.ctkatlanta.com Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints Sunday Services: 9 & 11:30 a.m. 5095 Holt Road NW, (770) 975-1788

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, Acworth (770) 974-0685 NorthStar Church 3413 Blue Springs Road, (770) 420-9808 Sunday Services: 9:30 a.m. & 11 a.m. Pastor: Mike Linch www.northstarchurch.org

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

Dayspring Church 6835 Victory Drive (770) 516-5733 Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. Wednesday Service: 7 p.m. Pastor: Tony Crawford www.dayspring-online.com

Northwest Christian Church 3737 Dallas-Acworth Hwy, (770) 425-2525 Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. & 11 a.m. Sunday Services: 9:30 a.m. & 11 a.m. Pastor: Ron Mobley www.nwcc.net

Congregation Ner Tamid www.nertamidonline.com (678) 264-8575 Friday night Shabbat Services on the Second and Fourth Friday of every month.

Eagle Pointe Church 5100 Old Stilesboro Road, (770) 421-1643 Sunday Services: 9:30 & 11 a.m. Pastor: Howard Koepka www.eaglepointe.org

UNITED METHODIST

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. faithagchurch.com

Prayer & Praise Christian Fellowship Church 6409 Bells Ferry Road, (770) 928-2795 Sunday Service: 11 a.m. Christian Living Class: 10 a.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting: 7:30 p.m. Pastor: Larry Baker www.prayerandpraise.org

SYNAGOGUES

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 & 11 a.m. Sunday School: 9:39 & 11 a.m. Pastor: Rev. Tom Davis www.duewest.org Kennesaw United Methodist Church 1808 Ben King Road, (770) 428-1543 Sunday Service: 8:30, 9:45 & 11 a.m. Sunday School: 9:45 & 11 a.m. Saturday: 6 p.m. REVIVE Pastor: Wallace Wheeles www.kennesawumc.org New Beginnings United Methodist Church 2925 Mack Dobbs Road, (770) 421-9980 Sunday Service: 10 a.m. Pastor: Scott Brown www.nbumc.org

OTHER CHURCHES 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: 10:55 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday Service: 7:30 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 Calvary Chapel Northwest 50 Shallowford Road NE, (770) 926-5524 Pastor: Tim Milsaps www.ccnorthwest.org Calvary Fellowship River Oaks Meets at Brookwood Christian Academy 4728 Wood Street, (770) 655-0655 or (678) 977-0087 Pastor: Grady Clark

Firm Foundation Church 96 Blazing Ridge Way, (928) 606-6906 Sunday Service: 6:30 p.m. Thursday Service: 7 p.m. Pastor: Canyon Shearer www.ReformAcworth.com Four Points Church Meets at Picketts Mill Elementary 6400 Old Stilesboro Road, (678) 402-6632 Sunday Service: 10 a.m. Pastor: Brent Stephens www.fourpointschurch.tv Freedom Church Meets at Barber Middle School , (770) 529-6006 Sunday Service: 9:45 a.m. & 11:30 a.m. Pastor: J.R. Lee www.freedomchurch.tv Gateway Church 1455 Ben King Road (770) 423-0982 Sunday Service: 11 a.m. Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Pastor: Andy Smith www.gatewaykennesaw.org Joshua Gospel Tabernacle 4161 Southside Drive, Sunday Bible Study: 9:45 a.m.; Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. Wednesday Service: 7:30 p.m. Pastor:Tim Houston www.joshuagospeltabernacle.com Journey Church of Acworth Meets at Russom Elementary School Sunday Service: 10 a.m. Pastor: Douglas Crumbly www.jcacworth.org Kellogg Creek Church of Christ 3510 Kellogg Creek Road, (770) 974-2814 Sunday Services: 10:30 a.m. Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Wednesday Service: 7:30 p.m. www.kelloggcreekchurchofchrist.org

Refuge Ministries 2714 Valleyhill Drive, (770) 975-5733 Sunday Worship: 10 a.m. Tuesday Bible Study: 7:30 p.m. Sr. Pastor: Bishop Vincent J. Jones www.refugeministriesonline.com 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 River of Life Church Meets at Northwest Family YMCA, (770) 598-4090 Sunday Services: 10 a.m. Pastor: Randy McGovern www. riveroflifechristiancenter.net RiverStone Church 2005 Stilesboro Road, (678) 384-5200 Sunday Services: 9 a.m. & 11 a.m. Pastor: Tom Tanner www.riverstonewf.org The Rock of Atlanta 146 Kelli Clark Ct., (770) 975-ROCK Sunday Service: 10 a.m. www.therockofatlanta.com Sanctuary Church 700 Mars Hill Road (770) 884-1963 Sunday Services: 9:30 & 11:30 a.m. Pastor: Craig Bowler www.sanctuaryinhim.org Unity of Kennesaw Meets at Big Shanty Elementary, (770) 422-9552 Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Service & Youth Ministry: 11 a.m. Rev. Kelly Thomas www.unityofkennesaw.org

Victory North Church Meets at Palmer Middle School, (770) 794-7366 LifeBridge Church Sunday Service: 10 a.m. Meets at NCG Acworth Cinema (770) 421-1018 www.victorynorth.org Sunday Service: 9:30 a.m. www.mylifebridgechurch.com Pastor: Jeff Hidden Love Community Church 5598 Bells Ferry Road, (404) 663-1828 Sunday Service: 10 a.m. Pastor: Donna Lucas

Vintage 242 Church 8492 Hiram Acworth Highway, (678) 383-2299 Sunday Services: 9 & 11 a.m. Pastor: Steve Hambrick www.vintage242.com

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Cobb Vineyard Church 3206 Old Highway 41, (678) 574-0005 Sunday Services: 10 & 11:30 a.m. Pastor: Thomas Cooley www.cobbvineyard.com

Emergency — 911

C ommunity I nformation N umbers

CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Cherokee (770) 345-0400 Cobb (770) 980-2000 Paulding (770) 445-6016

COUNTY GOVERNMENT: Board of Education: Cherokee (770) 479-1871 Cobb (770) 426-3300 Paulding (770) 443-8000 Burn Permits: Cherokee (770) 720-3525 Paulding (770) 505-2876 Business Licenses: Cherokee (678) 493-6108 Cobb (770) 528-8410 Paulding (770) 443-7571 Commissioners: Cherokee (678) 493-6000 Cobb (770) 528-3300 Paulding (770) 443-7550 Courthouse: Cherokee (770) 479-1953 Cobb (770) 528-1300 Paulding (770) 443-7527 Driver's Licenses: Cherokee (770) 720-3693 Cobb (678) 413-8400 Paulding (404) 657-9300 Extension Office: Cherokee (770) 470-0418 Cobb (770) 528-4070 Paulding (770) 443-7616 Fire Department: Cherokee (678) 493-4000 Cobb (770) 528-8000 Paulding (770) 222-1160 Health Department: Cherokee (770) 928-0133 Cobb (770) 974-3330 Paulding (770) 443-7881 Jury Phone: Cherokee (770) 479-9011 Cobb (770) 528-1800 License Plates/Auto Tags: Cherokee (678) 493-6000 Cobb (770) 528-4020 Paulding (770) 443-7584 Senior Services: Cherokee (770) 345-5312 Cobb (770) 528-5364 Paulding (770) 345-5312 Tax Assessor: Cherokee (678) 493-6120 Cobb (770) 528-3100 Paulding (770) 443-7606 Taxes — Property: Cherokee (678) 493-6414 Cobb (770) 528-8600 Paulding (770) 443-7581 Traffic Signals: Cherokee (678) 493-6077 Cobb (770) 528-8162 Voter Registration: Cherokee (770) 479-0407

Cobb Paulding Zoning: Cherokee Cobb Paulding

(770) 528-2300 (770) 443-7503 (770) 493-6101 (770) 528-2004 (770) 443-7601

CHILDREN & FAMILY: Boys & Girls Clubs: Cherokee Cobb Paulding

(770) 720-7712 (770) 427-0418 (678) 363-8570

Child Support Enforcement: Department of Family & Children Services: Cherokee Cobb Paulding

(404) 921-1490

(770) 720-3610 (770) 528-5000 (770) 443-7810

GEORGIA STATE PATROL (404 624-7000 HERO (Highway Emergency) (404) 635-8000 HOSPITALS: Wellstar Cobb Wellstar Kennestone Wellstar Paulding

(770) 732-4000 (770) 793-5000 (770) 445-4411

HOTLINES: AIDS Information Alcohol Treatment Referrals Battered Women's Shelter Child Abuse & Neglect Crime Victim Helpline Domestic Violence Hotline Drug Abuse Helpline GA Mental Health Crisis Poison Control Rape Crisis Hotline Rite Call (Child Health Care) Suicide Hotline

(800) 342-2437 (800) 662-4357 (770) 427-3390 (770) 528-5015 (800) 338-6745 (800) 334-2836 (800) 338-6745 (770) 422-0202 (800) 222-1222 (770) 428-2666 (404) 250-KIDS (800) 784-2433

LIBRARIES: Cherokee Co. Libraries (770) 479-3090 Cobb Co. Libraries (770) 528-2320 Acworth Libraries (770) 917-5165 NON-EMERGENCY 911: Cherokee Cobb Paulding

(770) 479-3117 (770) 499-3911 (770) 443-7629

PARKS & RECREATION: Cherokee Cobb Paulding

(770) 924-7768 (770) 528-8800 (770) 445-8065

PETS & ANIMALS Animal Control: Cherokee Cobb Paulding

(678) 493-6200 (770) 499-4136 (770) 445-1511

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Animal Shelter: Cherokee (770) 345-7270 Cobb (770) 590-5610 Paulding (770) 443-3565 Emergency Veterinary Clinic: Cherokee (770) 924-3720 Cobb (770) 424-9157 Humane Society: Cherokee (770) 928-5115 Cobb (770) 428-5616 Paulding (770) 445-1511 Lost Pet Hotline: Cherokee (770) 345-7270 Cobb (770) 428-LOST Paulding www.paulding.gov/animal Pet Buddies Food Pantry: “Donating pet food to keep pets in homes & out of shelters”

(678) 310-9858 www.petbuddiesfoodpantry.org

POST OFFICE: Acworth Kennesaw Oak Grove

(770) 966-8133 (770) 422-4103 (770) 592-2800

RECYCLING: Cherokee Cobb Paulding

(770) 516-4195 (770) 528-1135 (770) 443-0119

SCHOOLS

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SHERIFF’S OFFICE: Cherokee Cobb Paulding UTILITIES: Cable (Comcast)

(770) 345-3300 (770) 499-4600 (770) 443-3010

404-COMCAST (266-2278)

Electric: Acworth Power Cobb EMC Georgia Power

(770) 917-8903 (770) 429-2100 (888) 660-5890

Gas: Atlanta Gaslight Co.

(770) 994-1946

Water: Cherokee Cobb Paulding

(770) 470-1813 (770) 423-1000 (770) 222-6868

CITY OF ACWORTH: www.acworth.org City Hall (770) 974-3112 Acworth Housing Authority (770) 974-3012 Parks & Recreation (770) 917-1234 Police Information (770) 974-1232 Acworth City Jail (770) 974-0295 Downtown Development (770) 974-8813 Municipal Court (770) 974-0965

Acworth Community Magazine — (770) 529-1516

COUNTY SCHOOL WEBSITES Bartow: www.bartow.k12.ga.us Cherokee: www.cherokee.k12.ga.us Cobb: www.cobb.k12.ga.us Paulding: www.paulding.k12.ga.us

Harrison High School 4500 Due West Road, Kennesaw 30152 (678) 594-8104 Principal: Donnie Griggers

Acworth Intermediate School 4220 Cantrell Road, Acworth 30101 (770) 975-6600 Principal: Deborah Morris

Kennesaw Elementary School 3155 Jiles Road, Kennesaw 30144 (678) 594-8172 Principal: Monica Howard

Allatoona Elementary School 4150 New Hope Church Road, Acworth 30101 (770) 606-5843 Principal: Jim Bishop

Kennesaw Mountain High School 1898 Kenn. Due West Road, Kennesaw 30152 (678) 594-8190 Principal: Dr. Kevin Daniel

Allatoona High School 3300 Dallas Acworth Highway, Acworth 30101 (770) 975-6503 Principal: Scott Bursmith

Kleven Boston Elementary School 105 Othello Drive, Woodstock 30189 (770) 924-6260 Principal: B. Joey Moss

Awtrey Middle School 3601 Nowlin Road, Kennesaw 30144 (770) 975-6615 Principal: Jeff Crawford

Lewis Elementary School 4179 Jim Owens Road, Kennesaw 30152 (770) 975-6673 Principal: Kristi Kee

Baker Elementary School 2361 Baker Road NW, Acworth 30101 (770) 975-6629 Principal: Shea Thomas

Lost Mountain Middle School 700 Old Mountain Road, Kennesaw 30152 (678) 594-8224 Principal: Robert Downs

Barber Middle School 4222 Cantrell Road, Acworth 30101 (770) 975-6764 Principal: Lisa Williams

McCall Primary School 4496 Dixie Avenue, Acworth 30101 (770) 975-6775 Principal: Thomas Farrell

Bullard Elementary School 3656 Old Stilesboro Road, Kennesaw 30152 (678) 594-8720 Principal: Dr. Patrice Moore

McClure Middle School (Cobb County) 3660 Old Stilesboro Road, Kennesaw 30152 (678) 331-8131 Principal: Kelly Metcalfe

Chapman Intermediate School 6500 Putnam Ford Road, Woodstock 30189 (770) 926-6424 Principal: Susan McCarthy

McClure Middle School (Paulding County) 315 Bob Grogan Drive, Dallas 30132 (770) 505-3700 Principal: Jaynath Hayes

Durham Middle School 2891 Mars Hill Road, Acworth 30101 (770) 975-6641 Principal: Dr. Susan Galante

North Cobb High School 3400 Highway 293, Kennesaw 30144 (770) 975-6685 Principal: Dr. Phillip Page

East Paulding High School 3320 E. Paulding Drive, Dallas 30157 (770) 445-5100 Principal: Dr. Kim Fraker

North Paulding High School 300 N. Paulding Drive, Dallas 30132 (770) 443-9400 Principal: Dr. Mark Crowe

E.T. Booth Middle School 6550 Putnam Ford Road, Woodstock 30189 (770) 926-5707 Principal: Dawn Weinbaum

Oak Grove Elementary School 6118 Woodstock Road, Acworth 30102 (770) 974-6682 Principal: Les Conley

Etowah High School 6565 Putnam Ford Road, Woodstock 30189 (770) 926-4411 Principal: Keith Ball

Palmer Middle School 690 N. Booth Road, Kennesaw 30144 (770) 591-5020 Principal: Cathy Wentworth

Ford Elementary School 1345 Mars Hill Road, Acworth 30101 (678) 594-8092 Principal: Dr. Jami Frost

Pickets Mill Elementary School 6400 Old Stilesboro Road, Acworth 30101 (770-975-7172 Principal: Jenny Douglas

Frey Elementary School 2865 Mars Hill Road, Acworth 30101 (770) 975-6655 Principal: Joyce Piket

Pitner Elementary School 4575 Wade Green Road, Acworth 30102 (678) 594-8320 Principal: Sherri Hill

Shelton Elementary School 1531 Cedarcrest Road, Dallas 30132 (770) 443-4244 Principal: Dr. Jeff Robinson Vaughan Elementary School 5950 Nichols Road, Powder Springs 30127 (678) 594-8298 Principal: Dr. Barbara Swinney

PRIVATE SCHOOLS Brookstone Montessori School (770) 426-5245 1680 Brookstone Walk, Acworth 30101 Principal: Linda Grier www.montessori.com Brookwood Christian School (678) 401-5855 4728 Wood Street, Acworth, GA 30101 Principal: Kim Wigington www.brookwoodchristian.com Cornerstone Prep (770) 529-7077 1720 Mars Hill Road, Suite #8, Acworth 30101 Administrator: Jeanne Borders www.cornerstoneprep.org First Baptist Christian School (770) 422-3254 2958 N. Main Street, Kennesaw 30144 Principal: Kim Dahnke www.fbcskennesaw.com Furtah Preparatory & Montessori School (678) 574-6488 5496 Highway 92, Acworth 30102 Headmaster: Fred Furtah www.furtahprep.org Harvest Baptist School (770) 974-9091 3460 Kellogg Creek Road, Acworth 30102 Principal: Bill Lystlund www.harvestbaptistschool.org Hopewell Montessori School (770) 917-0507 450 Harmony Grove Church Road, Acworth 30101 Director of Ed: Laura Morris www.hopewellmontessori.com Jacob’s Ladder Preschool & Kindergarten (770) 974-3021 4583 Church Street, Acworth, GA 30101 Director: Jamie Azar www.fbcacworth.com Lyndon Academy (770) 926-0166 9914 Highway 92, Woodstock 30188 Headmaster: Linda Murdock www.lyndonacademy.org Mount Paran Christian School (770) 578-0182 1275 Stanley Road, Kennesaw 30152 Headmaster: Dr. David Tilley www.mtparanschool.com North Cobb Christian School (770) 975-0252 4500 Lakeview Drive, Kennesaw 30144 Head of School: Todd Clingman www.ncchristian.org

School Contact Information

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Kennesaw Charter School 1370 Lockhart Drive, Kennesaw 30144 (678)-290-9628 Principal: Kay Frey

Roland Russom Elementary School 44 Russom Elem. School Lane, Dallas 30132 (678) 574-3480 Principal: Gina King

Omega Private Academy (770) 792-7431 5330 Brookstone Drive, Acworth 30101 Principal: Kathy Keeton www.omegaprivateacademy.com Shiloh Hills Christian School (770) 926-7729 260 Hawkins Store Road, Kennesaw 30144 Administrator: John D. Ward www.shilohhills.com St. Catherine of Siena Catholic School (770) 419-8601 1618 Ben King Road, Kennesaw 30144 Principal: Sr. Mary Patrick www.scsiena.org The Walker School (770) 427-2689 700 Cobb Parkway North, Marietta 30062 Headmaster: Jack Hall www.thewalkerschool.org

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BUSINESS ORGANIZATIONS

A cworth A rea C lubs & O rganizations

Acworth Business Association (770) 423-1330 www.acworthbusiness.org Cherokee Chamber of Commerce (770) 345-0400 www.cherokee-chamber.com Cobb Chamber of Commerce (770) 980-2000T www.cobbchamber.org KSU Small Business Development Center (770) 423-6450

www.sbdc.kennesaw.edu LeadsNet Business Referral Group (404) 819-8896

www.leadsnetgroup.com No Fee Referral Network - Acworth Contact: Betty Motter (770) 256-4864 www.nofeereferralnetwork.com West Cobb Business Association (770) 850-3921

www.westcobbbusiness.com

CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS Children Child Advocacy Council (770) 345-8100 Cherokee County Habitat for Humanity (770) 345-1879 www.cherokeehabitat.net Cherokee County Humane Society (770) 928-5115 www.cchumanesociety.org Cobb County Habitat for Humanity (770) 432-7954 www.cobbhabitat.org Forgotten Paws Animal Rescue (404) 993-7958 www.forgottenpaws.com Here Am I Ministries, Inc. (770) 529-4644 Contact: Rev. DeAnna Fountain Homeward Bound Pet Rescue (706) 698-HOME www.homeward.petfinder.com Humane Society of Cobb County (770) 428-9882 www.humanecobb.org Lung Cancer Alliance Georgia Contact: Edward J. Levitt (770) 590-7898 Mostly Mutts Animal Rescue & Adoption (770) 325-PETS www.mostlymutts.org Papa's Pantry (770) 591-4730

www.papaspantry.org

Paws for Disabilities www.pawsfordisabilities.org Pet Buddies Food Pantry (678) 310-9858 www.petbuddiesfoodpantry.org 60

Southern Hope Humane Society (770) 445-7294 www.hopehumane.org

RECREATION & HOBBIES

CIVIC ORGANIZATIONS

www.atlantayachtclub.org

Acworth Optimist Club Contact: Debbie Ward

(770) 974-0670

Acworth Masonic Lodge 4497 McLain Circle

(770) 974-3577

Air Force Aviation Heritage Foundation (770) 529-9003 Ext. 40 www.afahf.org American Legion North Cobb Post 304 www.post304.org Atlanta Area Council Boy Scouts of America (770) 989-8820 Girl Scout Council of North Georgia (770) 974-4278 Girl Scout — Camp Pine Acres (770) 974-6696 Junior League of Cobb — Marietta (770) 422-5266 www.jlcm.org Kennesaw-Acworth Lions Club www.kennesawacworthlions.org

Atlanta Yacht Club

Atlanta Water Ski Club

(770) 425-3679

Cherokee Soccer Association 770-704-0187 www.csaimpact.com Children’s PEACE Center (770) 917-8815 www.childrenspeacecenter.org Cobb County Radio Control Modelers Club www.ccrc.info Friends and Neighbors Club (F.A.N. club) Judy, (770) 514-7819 Kennesaw Futbol Club Carrie Crawford, (404) 630-8805 www.kennesawfc.org Northwest YMCA (Brookstone Area) (770) 423-9622 West Cobb Lacrosse Club (770) 641-2222 http://eteamz.active.com/westcobblacrosse

SUPPORT ORGANIZATIONS Active Adults Living with Arthritis (AALA) Contact: Marcia (770) 605-7960

Kiwanis Club of Kennworth Golden K Contact: Marjory Everett (770) 966-0100

Celebrate Life International www.CelebrateLife.org

Rotary Club of North Cobb www.northcobbrotary.org

Celebrate Recovery Contact: Sheryl Banister

Sigma Gamma RHO Sorority Contact: Jackie Ajudua, (770) 529-5654

Grandparents Support Group (678) 699-3400

VFW Post 5408 (Acworth & Kennesaw Post) (770) 974-0958 www.vfwpost5408.orgCherokee

POLITICAL ORGANIZATIONS County Democratic Party (770) 345-3489 Cherokee County Republican Party (770) 592-0575 Cobb County Democracy For America www.dfalink.com/cobbcounty Cobb County Democratic Party (770) 420-7133 Cobb County Libertarian Party (770) 425-2856 Cobb County Republican Party (770) 421-1833 Cobb County Republican Women’s Club (770) 785-2522 Republican Women of Cherokee County (404) 747-3353 www.rwccga.com

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MOMS Club of Acworth-West www.acworthwestmomsclub.weebly.com MOMS Club of Acworth-East www.momsclubacwortheast.clubspaces.com Moms in Ministry @ Summit Baptist Church (770) 794-0442 Every other Tuesday AM email: mnm@summitchurch.org Newcomers of Cobb County (770) 234-5068 Meets 3rd Tuesday www.newcomersofcobbcounty.com Parents of Prodigals Mt. Calvary Baptist Church (770) 424-4387 Meets 1st & 3rd Wednesday Sisters of Support (Breast Cancer Support) Contact: Sandy, (770) 926-3488 Widows / Widowers Grief Support Recovery (770) 590-0334 www.burnthickory.com West Cobb CHADD (404) 368-9394 Meets 1st Thursday at Due West United Methodist Church West Cobb Mothers and More www.geocities.com/wcobbmothersandmore (770) 314-1211

UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT: President Barack Obama (D) (202) 456-1414 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue fax: (202) 456-2461 Washington, D.C. 20500 Website: www.whitehouse.gov e-mail: president@whitehouse.gov

Senator Saxby Chambliss (R) (202) 224-3521 416 Russell Senate Office Building fax: (202) 224-0103 Washington, D.C. 20510 Website: http://chambliss.senate.gov e-mail: use contact form on website

Senator Johnny Isakson (R) (202) 224-3643 131 Russell Senate Office Building Wash., D.C. GA: (770) 661-0999 3625 Cumberland Blvd. Atlanta, GA 30339 fax: (770) 661-0768 Website: http://isakson.senate.gov Rep. Phil Gingrey, M.D. (R), District 11 (202) 225-2931 219 Roswell St., Marietta, GA 30060 GA: (770) 429-1776 Website: http://gingrey.house.gov fax: (770) 795-9551 Rep. Tom Price (R), District 6 (202) 225-4501 P.O. Box 425, Roswell, GA 30077 GA: (770) 565-4990 Website: www.tomprice.com fax: (770) 565-7570 e-mail: tom@tomprice.com

Governor Nathan Deal (R) (404) 652-7003 State Capitol, Room 111 fax: (404) 652-7123 Atlanta, GA 30334

Senator Bill Heath (R), District 31 (770) 537-5234 e-mail: billheath@billheath.net fax: (770) 537-6383 Senator Lindsey Tippins (R), District 37 (770) 424-2700 fax: (770) 424-2777 Rep. Charlice Byrd (R), District 20 (404) 557-5069 e-mail: cbyrd@legis.state.ga.us

Superintendent, Dr. Frank Petruzielo

(770) 479-1871

Board of Education: Janet Read, Post 4, School Board Chair e-mail: janet.read@cherokee.k12.ga.us

(770) 516-1444

COBB COUNTY SCHOOL SYSTEM

Superintendent, Dr. Michael Hinojosa

Board of Education:

Scott Sweeney, School Board Chairman

Lynnda Crowder-Eagle (R), Post 1 (404) 697-9562 e-mail: lcrowder-eagle.boardmember@cobbk12.org

Kathleen Angelucci (R), Post 4 e-mail: kangelucci.boardmember@cobbk12.org

(770) 426-3452

(678)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;646-2470

(678) 896-6399

PAULDING COUNTY SCHOOL SYSTEM

Superintendent, Cliff Cole

(770) 443-8000

Board of Education: Kim Curl, District 6 email: kimcurlrx@bellsouth.net

(770) 445-2600

CHEROKEE COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE

Sheriff Roger Garrison (R) (678) 493-4100 498 Chattin Drive Canton, GA 30115 www.cherokeega-sheriff.org

COBB COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE

Rep. Ed Setzler (R), District 35 e-mail: esetzler@legis.state.ga.us

CHEROKEE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

1130 Bluffs Parkway (678) 493-6000 Canton, GA 30114 w www.cherokeega.com

PAULDING COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE

Commissioners: L.B. Buzz Ahrens (R), Chairperson e-mail: lbahrens@cherokeega.com

Jason Nelms, (R) Post 4 e-mail: jnelms@cherokeega.com

(404) 630-8452

(678) 493-6000 (678) 493-6000

COBB COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

100 Cherokee Street (770) 528-3300 Marietta, GA 30090 fax: (770) 528-2606 Website: www.cobbcounty.org

Commissioners: Tim Lee (R), Chairman e-mail: tlee@cobbcounty.org

Sheriff Neill Warren (R) (770) 499-4609 185 Roswell Street Marietta, GA 30060 www.cobbsheriff.org

Sheriff Gary Gulledge (R) (770) 443-3010 247 Industrial Way North Dallas, GA 30132 www.paulding.gov/gov/sheriff.asp

CITY OF ACWORTH

Mayor Tommy Allegood

(770) 974-3112

CITY OF ACWORTH BOARD OF ALDERMEN (770) 974-3112

Butch Price, Post 1 e-mail: bprice@acworth.org

(770) 974-4321

(770) 528-3305 (770) 528-3313

Gene Pugliese, Post 2 e-mail: gpugliese@acworth.org

(678) 575-0596

Helen Goreham (R), District 1 e-mail: hgoreham@cobbcounty.org JoAnn Birrell, District 3 e-mail: joann.birrell@cobbcounty.org

(770) 528-3317

Bob Weatherford, Post 3 e-mail: bweatherford@acworth.org

(770) 974-3533

Tim Richardson, Post 4 e-mail: trichardson@acworth.org

(770) 974-5259

PAULDING COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

240 Constitution Blvd., Dallas, GA 30132 (770) 443-7550 www.paulding.gov fax: (770) 443-7537

Tim Houston, Post 5 e-mail: thouston@acworth.org

(770) 917-1883

A ppointed O fficials

Senator Brandon Beach (R), District 21 (404) 463-1378 fax: (404) 463-1386

CHEROKEE COUNTY SCHOOL SYSTEM

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STATE GOVERNMENT:

(770) 443-7550, x4009

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Commissioner: David Barnett , Post 4

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North Cobb Spine & Nerve Institute (678) 574-5679 3451 Cobb Parkway, Acworth

Advertising Acworth Community Magazine (770) 529-1516 www.acworthcm.com 3459 Acworth Due West Road, #121, Acworth

Ryan Family Chiropractic Wellness Center 64 (678) 664-4028 3330 Cobb Parkway NW, Suite 332, Acworth www.RFCWC.com

Attorneys/Legal Services James D. Haley 47 (770) 974-1494 4807 S. Main Street, Acworth

Automotive AutoBuffs Express Carwash (678) 213-1313

Christian Brothers Automotive (770) 966-1599 3408 Cobb Parkway NW, Acworth KAMS Auto Service Cente (770)529-0330 4978 N. Cobb Parkway, NW

My Mechanic Joe (770) 591-6640

Banking/Financial Services Citadel Professional Services, LLC (770) 952-6707 225 Town Park Drive, Kennesaw

IFC

Angel Oaks Funding (770) 870-0644 www.jayclosesloans.com

Business Consulting ADVOCOS (678) 213-0649 ext 302 www.advocos.com

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

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

Acworth Family Dentistry 27 (770) 974-8211 www.acworthfamilydentisty.com 3104 Creekside Village Drive, # 301, Kennesaw Dr. Glenn Reece (770) 429-8989 Dr. Terry Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Shea (770) 974-4146 www.acworthdental.com 4427 Carnes Street, Acworth

Fountain View Dentistry (770) 926-0000 www.fountainviewsmiles.com 1816 Eagle Drive, Woodstock

Williams Orthodontics 41 (770) 592-5551 145 Towne Lake Parkway, #201, Woodstock

Education/Instruction/Counseling Bascomb United Methodist Preschool 1 (770) 926-0397 www.bascombpreschool.com 2295 Bascomb Carmal Road, Woodstock

IFC

Health & Beauty jSpa Massage (678) 574-3810 3450 Cobb Parkway, Ste 190

Salon 3:16 (770) 485-9791 www.salon-316.com

Heating & Air Conditioning Relaible Heating (770) 594-9969 www.reliableair.com

Home Improvement/Repair & Service Bam Fence (678) 525-1125 www.bamfence.com

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

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

IBC

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

Jewelry/Appearal Glitz & Glamour (770) 529-4993 www.glitzandglamourinc.com 4857 N. Main Street, #210, Acworth

IFC

Lawn Maintenance/Landscaping Abracadabra LawnScape (770) 966-1585 43

Martial Arts/Self Defense

Fitness Life Quest Fitness (678) 973-0635

Opulence Aesthetic Medicine (770) 591-3429 www.aestheticartsbyopulence.com 600 Chastain Road, #224, Kennesaw

Lawn Doctor of Acworth (770) 517-2129

Financial Services/investments

Chiropractors Discover Chiropractic & Rehabilitation (770) 516-9900 www.discoverrehab.com 3940 Cherokee Street, Kennesaw

Dentists/Orthodontists

Citadel Professional Services, LLC (770) 952-6707 225 Town Park Drive, Kennesaw

Catering Clement Catering (770) 485-5543 www.clementcatering.com

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

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

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

Tammie Hamilton, CNMT, LNMT 15 Massage Therapist (678) 408-0668 Facebook @NMT4Him 3330 Cobb Parkway NW, Suite 332, Acworth

Georgia Wing Chun Kung Fu (770) 324-4385 (770) 324-0895 www.georgiawingtsun.com 111 Kelli Clark Ct., Cartersville 112 Public Square, Adairsville

Optometrist/Eyewear Acworth Family Eyecare IBC (770) 974-3153 www.acwortheyes.com 3459 Acworth Due West Road, #101, Acworth Eye Contact (770)529-1925 www.eyecontactacworth.com 3450 Cobb Parkway NW, Suite 250, Acworth

Painting Steve’s Painting (770) 231-9494

Photographer

Bill Kettering Photography (770) 509-9280 www.billketteringphotography.com Create a Memory (770) 974-3686

IBC

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

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

Governors Family Medical Group (770) 975-9077 www.governorsfamilymedicalgroup.com 4900 Ivey Road, #1826, Acworth Northside Hospital (770) 720-5100 201 Hospital Road, Canton www.northside.com

Golden Rugs (770) 966-0801 3335 Cobb Parkway, Suite 800

17 Ticket George (770) 437-8499

Restaurants/Food Services

Resurgens Orthopaedics (678) 354-2883 3698 Largent Way, #103, Marietta

Bar-B-Cutie (770) 917-8436 3466 Cobb Parkway NW

Synergy Medical Centers (770) 975-1299 www.synergymedicalweightloss.com

Cookies by Design (770) 578-0200 3101 Roswell Road, Marietta Rico’s Mex Mex Grill (770) 917-9791 3770 Southside Drive, Acworth

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

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Physicians and Medical Services

Foot Solutions (770) 575-2238 3450 Cobb Parkway, Suite 170

Solavie 9 (404) 778-2555

Wellstar 5 (770) 956-STAR (7827) www.wellstar.org

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

Acworth Immediate Care (770) 975-6540 www.urgentnow.com 4450 Calibre Crossing, Acworth

East Cobb Pediatrics (770) 795-4553 www.eastcobbpeds.com 3895 Cherokee Street, #160, Kennesaw

Acworth Guns (678) 439-4570 4500 Main Street, Acworth www.acworthguns.com

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