’Hood Winks

from My East Cobb 1121-1221

by Atlanta Best Media

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Nod to your neighbors

Make it a point to attend Sprayberry High School’s fundraiser, the PTSA Arts & Crafts Show, on Nov. 20 and 21. A local event for 39 years, the show

raises money for teacher

grants, scholarships and other important programs and resources. Show your support by shopping or volunteering. 2525 Sandy Plains Rd. sprayberryptsa.org/arts-craftsshows

The art of words is alive, and proving this is local author

Joiya Morrison-Efemini,

who recently

published her book of poems and essays titled “Darker

Sister.” This

is book four for Morrison-Efemini, a decade-long East Cobb resident, mother and former child-advocate attorney. goodreads.com/jmewrites

DATE NIGHT IN EAST COBB

Is anything more romantic than ballet? Couple it with the holidays, and you have the perfect outing. The Nutcracker, performed by the Atlanta Ballet, is

coming to the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre Dec. 4-29. 2800 Cobb Galleria Pkwy. atlantaballet.com/subscribe/shows

The weather has finally cooled off, and there’s no better time for a jog, bike ride or walk on the Cochran Shoals Trails with your sweetheart. Enjoy Chattahoochee River wildlife, scenic views and

native flora on this beautiful threemile journey. 1956 Eugene Gunby Rd. cumberlandtrails.org/cochran-shoals-trail

Grab a brew with your boo at Schoolhouse Brewing and enjoy live music out on the pet-friendly patio. Plus, budding brewmasters can learn recipes from

the masters and pick up supplies for home brewing. 840 Franklin Ct., Ste 100. schoolhousebeer.com

Get in the holiday spirit with the Chattahoochee Nature Center’s most popular Family Fun Day, Enchanted Woodland Wonders, on Dec. 12. There will be