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On the Cover Featured on our cover this month is Andrea Stadler, this year’s EAST COBBER Mother of the Year. This recognition was “unexpected” says Andrea, “I don’t like all this attention . . . but my kids are so excited about me winning . . .” Andrea is the mother of Hayden, a sixth grader at Mount Bethel Christian Academy; Harrison, a second-grader at Sope Creek Elementary; and Helen, a first grader, also at Sope Creek.

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In 1914, Congress set the second Sunday in May as a national day “for public expression of our love and reverence for the mothers.” For the past 17 years, the EAST COBBER has set aside the front cover of the May issue for our annual Mother of the Year recipient. Congratulations, Andrea Stadler! Her husband’s essay (on page 6) finds the “Sacred” in her ordinary obligations as a mother. This contest is a special way to recognize mothers in our community, like so many other moms throughout the world, who commit to caring for their children in simple ways every day, and yet, these routines and their profound effects are often taken for granted.

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This issue spotlights other May traditions: graduations and gardens. EAST COBBER features the STAR students (page 8), scholarship winners (page 9) and lists the local high school graduations on 41. On page 40, we spotlight Chestnut Ridge Christian Church’s efforts to bring the community together through their community garden. By publishing stories about these annual rituals and celebrations, I hope they inspire you to share in the joy of these proud accomplishments and appreciate the good in our community.

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Like the meaning behind Mother’s Day, the EAST COBBER publishes stories every month as a way to publicly express a love and reverence for the people contributing to the quality of life in East Cobb. By spotlighting the people, places and events that are unique and special to East Cobb I hope you realize the “Sacred”—the precious profoundness-- in our everyday East Cobb lives.

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“lives by a schedule” and has a “very helpful husband” to help her manage her family’s busy life. “I wouldn’t have it any other way,” says Andrea. In her rare spare time, Andrea likes to garden. She has also committed every day. As her husband, Kes, writes in his nominating essay, Andrea has lost 110 pounds. “I have to be healthy for my kid’s sake, says Andrea, “and I enjoy my ‘me time’ walking around my neighborhood.”

Andrea enjoys living in what she calls, the “East Cobb bubble.” “Everything you need— from my kids’ sports leagues to shops to great schools—is all within a five-mile radius.”

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Andrea Stadler: East Cobber Mother of the Year She has been our Sunday school teacher, soccer coach, team mom, Daisy co-leader, swim team coordinator, fund raiser chair, helper parent at school, and so much more! We don’t know how she get’s it all done, and works full-time outside the home!

She always puts “family first”. You will never hear a cross word from her about the kids, or how hard it is to keep going when a day is long. She still has a smile on her face, even when she was up the entire night with sick kids or she had to make the last minute run to the doctor.

Andrea has sacrificed and given so much for our children that I really cannot put it into words. She has always been there with unconditional love, guidance and strength. Her heart is full with nothing but good things for everyone she meets.

ssAndrea Stadler with her son, Hayden, 12; husband, Kes; (in front row:) Helen, 6; and, Harrison, 8.

Here is the winning essay written by Kes Stadler nominating his wife, Andrea Stadler.

“My children and I would like to start by telling you why we think that our mom, Andrea Stadler, should receive this year’s Mother of the Year Award. Our mom is raising three strong and caring children. She has worked extremely hard to make sure we never have any doubts about her dedication to us and our family. She is a very loving, understanding and compassionate mother.

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She has also worked extremely hard to reach a personal goal she set for herself 2 years ago. Her goal was to get back to a healthy lifestyle, and take off the weight she put on over the past 16 years. With her unwavering determination, positive attitude, exercise, and eating healthy, she has almost reached her goal! Andrea tells people she feels like she did in her twenties, not someone in their forties! She has lost 110 pounds, and we are very proud of her.

Words cannot even come close to telling you how remarkable this woman is. She has not only had a positive impact on our family, but with everyone in the East Cobb community. She truly deserves this award and needs to know just how special she really is.

WE LOVE YOU, MOM!!!!!”

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Congratulations, Mom! EAST COBBER’s Mother of the Year 2011 is invited to participate in this year’s EAST COBBER Parade.

Andrea Stadler also receives the following gifts donated by local businesses: The Avenue East Cobb – The Avenue Pampering Mother’s Day Gift Basket ($250 Value) includes a $100 gift card from The Avenue, $50 gift card from J.Crew, $50 gift card from Parisian Nail Salon, pampering products from Origins, foot file from Southern Soles and hair product from Van Michael Salon Belles Choses – $25 Gift Certificate Corey Chiropractic – 60-Minute Massage and Free Chiropractic Exam Cookies by Design – Mother’s Spring Blossoms Cookie Arrangement ($64 value) Cross Fit East Cobb – 1 Month of Free Training ($160 value) D’Lites Emporium – $25 Gift Certificate David Douglas Diamonds & Jewelry – $250 Gift Certificate East Cobb Jazzercise Center – Gift Certificate for 2 Months of Classes and a Gift Basket East Cobb Pet Sitting – Two free visits ($32 value). (If the family does not have a dog or cat, they can transfer the certificate to another family.)

Edible Arrangements – $65 Gift Certificate for a delicious Fruit Design Edward Jones/Stephen Teague – Complimentary Financial Consultation European Deli – $20 Gift Certificate Fitness Together – Free body composition analysis and 2 private oneon-one personal training sessions

Fitness Yoga by Lisa – $80 Gift Certificate good for ten Fitness Yoga Classes Fuji Hana – $20 Gift Certificate (sending to us) High Country Outfitters – Kavu Rope Bag ($45 value) Jazzercise – Free 2 month membership and a goody bag!

Marietta Imaging Centers – Cardiac Scoring ($100 value) Medical Micropigmentation – Complete Professional Beauty Make-over ($150 value) Modern Day Massala – 4 Organic Indian spice blends with recipes for easy dinner preparation ($25 value) Patrick Carmen NR.9 Salon – Complimentary Shampoo, Cut & Style Podiatry Group of Georgia – Foot Facial ($125 value) Premier Spine Center of Atlanta – Chiropractic Consultation & Examination and Hydrotherapy Massage ($250 value) Queen of Hearts – $50 Gift Certificate Sellars Goodyear – Free Oil-Lube-Filter Service ($27.95 value) Van Michael Salon – Brow Wax & Makeup Application ($75 value) Young Chefs Academy – Free admission to Mother’s Day Brunch Workshop for Mom & 3 kids, noon-2pm, on May 7. ($75 value) Walton Communities – One pound of Thousand Hills Coffee, Tshirt, and three children’s books.

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STAR Students Celebrated at Annual Banquet The Student Teacher Achievement Recognition (STAR) program honors Georgia’s outstanding high school seniors and the teachers who have been most instrumental in their academic development. During the past 51 years, the STAR Program has honored more than 21,500 high school seniors who have in turn chosen their STAR Teachers to share in this recognition.

The Professional Association of Georgia Educators (PAGE) Foundation was selected in 1994 by the Georgia Chamber of Commerce to coordinate the state STAR program in association with the Chamber and the Georgia Department of Education. PAGE’s 75,000+ members are privileged to continue the tradition of recognizing Georgia’s future leaders and honoring the professional educators who have nurtured these scholars.

in the 12 STAR Regions. Region winners and their STAR teachers are invited to Atlanta to compete for the state STAR scholarships and awards.

Locally, STAR Students and STAR Teachers are honored by their schools and receive special recognition in their communities from the more than 165 civic organizations and businesses that serve as local sponsors of the STAR program.

The State PAGE STAR Banquet, held in Atlanta on April 28, recognized all local STAR students from all over Georgia.

The following is a list of the East Cobb high school students and teachers honored at the annual Student and Teacher Achievement Recognition (STAR) banquet: Kell High School STAR Student: Haley Huang STAR Teacher: Dr. Barry Shildneck

Every accredited high school in Georgia is eligible to participate in the STAR program. To obtain the STAR nomination, high school seniors must have the highest score on the three-part SAT taken through the November test date of their senior year and be in the top 10 percent or top 10 students of their class based on grade point average. Each high school STAR Student is asked to name his/her STAR Teacher.

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Lassiter High School STAR Student: John Landers STAR Teacher: Mr. Alfred Watkins Pope High School STAR Student: Alexander Van Buskirk STAR Teacher: Mr. Matthew Kemper Sprayberry High School STAR Student: Nadine Hernandez STAR Teacher: Mrs. Christine Toth Sprayberry High School STAR Student: Yogini Patel STAR Teacher: Mrs. Deborah Ulrich

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ssPictured above are the East Cobb County Council of PTAs’ Margie Hatfield Scholarship winners for 2010-11 (l-r:) Henry Strmac, Pope High School; Melissa Sopher, Walton High School; Margie Hatfield; Haley Huang, Kell High School; and Spencer Hanson, Lassiter High School; and Michelle Lee,Wheeler High School. Up to six scholarships are granted annually to one Senior from each ECCC PTA high school, based on community service and leadership. Each student was presented a check for $1000, a certificate, and a special gift from Margie Hatfield herself. The Margie Hatfield Scholarship was established in 1990 in honor of Margie Hatfield, the ECCC PTA President from 1987-1990. Margie continues to work for the welfare and education of young people. This award is funded by the 35 local units of ECCC PTA as well as donations from community members.

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Teacher and Student Co-Author Best-Selling Novel A writing relationship that began five years ago in elementary school between a teacher and a fifth-grade student has blossomed into a best-selling fantasy novel for the pre-teen and early teen crowd. Eileen Jedlicka, the teacher, and Kelly Huban, the student, just released their first novel, In the Blink of an Eye - A ssCo-authors Eileen Jedlicka and Mannequin’s Tale, garKelly Huban nering interest among young readers in North Atlanta. It has sold out the first publishing run.

Though billed as a novel for the young reader, it tells a timeless story that appeals to all. In a publishing environment that lures young readers with graphic stories of violence, dark characters and compromising behavior, In the Blink of an Eye – A Mannequin’s Tale reminds them that goodness and hope remain in the world if they just seek it.

“Bringing the right message to the young reader is so important today. It’s also important to know what’s on their minds. That’s why my collaboration with Kelly as a co-author for this first novel was so important,” Jedlicka said.

The novel centers on the goodness of the human spirit and the power of love to remind all of us that hope is the most powerful of the human emotions. It playfully calls upon inanimate objects to humanize themselves by responding to their human owners’ wants and needs. The central character, a wooden store mannequin, discovers that love and hope are

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all he needs to realize his dreams. The novel weaves magic, myths and the hopes and dreams of humankind into a compelling story.

Jedlicka noticed Kelly’s talent for writing when she was in her fifth grade class at Mt. Bethel Elementary School in East Cobb County. When Jedlicka decided to write this book, she knew she needed Kelly’s imagination and her voice.

“I had many wonderful and talented students in my 26-year career at teaching but Kelly stood out. Her writing ability was only trumped by her enthusiasm and work ethic.

When I retired and decided to write a young reader’s novel, I knew Kelly would be the ideal co-author and make a significant contribution,” she added.

For her part, the now-freshman at Walton High School in Cobb County recalls her days working on class projects at Mt. Bethel but never envisioned any of those projects would lead to a published novel.

“When Mrs. Jedlicka approached me about a book, I was really, really excited. But then I got concerned whether we could do it. That doesn’t concern me now,” Huban said as she turned the finished novel over in her hand and pointed to her name on the front cover.

Both authors have booked speaking engagements at local schools in the North Atlanta area.

“It used to be that parents and students would come to me and make appointments weeks into the future. As a fifth grade teacher my life was very busy. Now that I am retired, I find myself trying to fit my schedule into Kelly’s very busy life.

Thankfully, I know she’ll be devoted to writing and I can’t wait to see what she turns out on her own,” Jedlicka said.

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Rowing Crew Attracts East Cobb Athletes

Todd Summers

Rowing is a sport in which athletes race against each other on rivers, on lakes or on the ocean, depending upon the type of race and the discipline. It is both recreational and competitive, is one of the oldest Olympic sports and is referred to as crew.

as first generation crew. The young men celebrated the team’s success and spoke of the hard work and camaraderie between each squad. Todd said; “It’s individual commitment with team effort that moves us….and we move into first place a lot”.

Since its formation in 1988, St. Andrew Rowing Club has attracted some of the best young athletes in East Cobb and combined with youth from all around metro Atlanta, the team tops 100. Local competition for example, with the Atlanta Jr. Rowing Club, takes place mostly in the southeast, in Florida, Tennessee and the Carolinas, and has led the St. Andrew crew to Youth Nationals and success at the Head of the Charles, a Boston elite competition. The team works closely and welcomes all athletes regardless of ability or experience.

Our ladies in crew include Lassiter junior, Ansley Odell, a Novice waiting anxiously for her Varsity jacket and Sprayberry sophomore, Jessica Hatch. Jessica, whose grandfather rowed crew at Harvard, is the fastest on her squad and has been rowing for 2 seasons. Both young ladies agreed that this is the most physical activity they have ever done and that the discipline and commitment helps them to excel at their other extracurricular activities: track and field and band.

Among the top performers are several young East Cobb residents. 5 year rower, Todd Summers, a Pope HS senior committed to the University of Delaware, has his sister’s oar strokes to follow. She set the bar high for her brother as she rowed for Allegany and now coaches Oken Catholic Rowing Club. David Rink, a Pope HS junior, rowing now for 4 years also has his brother’s 7 years of experience to look to and Max Kinger, a Walton junior is establishing the rowing tradition in his family

Paul Merrion, rowing since 2003, is the Team Director and began rowing at St. Andrew’s as a freshman at Pope HS. He continued to compete until college and now oversees all the coaches. Paul remarked that if an athlete is willing to show up and work hard, there is a place for them and teamwork and leadership will ensure that every athlete finds his or her way to help fulfill the St. Andrew Rowing Club vision and realize St. Andrew’s motto: “Traditions of Excellence”. For more information visit: http://www.standrewrowing.com.

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Spectacular Egg Hunt Held at Sprayberry High School On Saturday, April 23, 8,000 people gathered for the second annual Northeast Cobb Egg Drop and Egg Hunt. Held at Sprayberry High School, the highlight of the event was when a helicopter flew over Sprayberry’s Jim Frazier Stadium to drop thousands of eggs on the football field. In addition to collecting eggs, families and children enjoyed face painting, food and jumping on inflatables. This very special event was produced by Piedmont Baptist Church and the Northeast Cobb Business Association.

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Feeder Football Comes to East Cobb football. CFL President Nick Kavadellas (Kell) is joined by Chip Patterson (Walton), Steve Brooks (Harrison) and Joe Barker (McEachern) to oversee this program for children ages 5-11. In addition, Derek Cook (Kell Head Football Coach) and Rocky Hidalgo (Walton Head Football Coach) have been instrumental in forming the CFL. “We are excited about our inaugural season,” comments Kavadellas. “The CFL began because Cobb didn’t have anything like this at the youth level and our kids were playing in the Cherokee Youth Football Association (CYFA). The CYFA has been instrumental in the formation of the new CFL and I want to personally thank them for their support.”

Building camaraderie is not the only goal of the CFL. Other counties with youth feeder programs like the CYFA and Gwinnett Football League (GFL) have experienced a greater continuity of play, instruction of common athletic philosophies and the establishment of a core group of people willing to support their local high school athletic teams.

ssDerek Cook, Kell Head Football Coach; Rocky Hidalgo, Walton Head Football Coach; and Nick Kavadellas, President, Cobb Football League.

Finally! Cobb County is getting the feeder football league it’s always needed. Called the Cobb Football League (CFL), this new youth football and cheer program is the first of its kind in Cobb County and is under the leadership of four men who, collectively, have devoted more than 20 years as volunteers for Cobb County high school, junior and youth

“This is a win-win situation for everyone,” comments Coach Derek Cook. “Cobb kids, parents and high school athletics will all benefit from the creation of the CFL.” Currently the league includes the following Cobb high schools: Harrison, Kell, McEachern, Pope, Walton, and Wheeler. In addition, many other Cobb County schools have expressed interest in joining next season and others are sure to follow. In the meantime, students in those districts may play for any other team in the CFL. Visit the CFL website at www.cobbfootball.com for information.

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Lassiter’s Soccer Team Named Number Two in Nation

ssBottom row (l-r) Price Donaldson, Ashton Dinnan, Trey Luscre, Andy Bujarski. Middle row (l-r) Coach Billy Pritz, Brandon Barbero, Robbie Cutchin, Collin Mills, Justin Shaw, Jon Stoll, Shaban Abousaud, Nick Cantu, Drake Dinnan. Back row (l-r) Bubba Hanks, Bennett Eldredge, Ryan Deveikis, Colton Bryant, Christian Johnson, Tyler Happ, Alex Champion, Will Robinson, Will Stubbs.

The Lassiter High School Men’s Varsity soccer team is on a mission: to win the Georgia state 5AAAAA soccer championship. With nine starters returning from last year, an overall record of 15-0-1 and a Class 5AAAAA record of 6-0, they just may do it. Coach Billy Pritz instructs this close-knit group of guys who are ranked number two in the Powerade Fab 50 Spring Rankings of the best teams in the country.

The boys soccer head coach for six years and a teacher at Rocky Mount Elementary, Coach Pritz enjoys the day to day of teaching the team. “Seeing what the kids learn at practice come out in the game, and watching them grow as individuals and a team is the best part” Pritz said. Coach Pritz was also named Marietta Daily Journal’s Cobb County boys soccer coach of the year.

Competing against the teams in their region has posed no problem this year for the Trojans, gathering wins against Woodstock, Etowah, Wheeler, Marietta, Cherokee, and Walton.

With the undefeated record in their conference, the Trojans finish in first place and qualify for the playoffs. When asked who their toughest competition was, Coach Pritz replied it was fellow East Cobb high school Walton. “Walton is number three in the state, and a lot of the guys played club soccer together growing up, so there is always a good rivalry between these two schools.”

The heart and soul of the team, the Trojans’ six seniors, plan on playing college soccer after graduation. So far, midfielder Tyler Happ signed with Clemson University and defenseman Colton Bryant signed with Villanova University.

To learn more about Lassiter soccer, visit www. Lassitersoccer.org. Also, visit www.rise.espn.go.com/ boys-soccer/team-rankings/spring-2011-rankings/2011/ Preseason.aspx to learn more about the Powerade Fab 50 rankings.

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Legends Elite Cheerleading Legends Elite is an All-Star Competition Cheerleading and Tumbling gym that is founded on passion of the sport and passion for children. Located in East Cobb, Legends Elite fills a need in an area where the demand has outgrown the opportunities and it does so with an eye for responsible competition where travel is minimized. Legends Elite seeks to promote and focus on the team building aspect that makes cheerleading a valuable piece of the broader life picture, while providing an atmosphere that promotes learning, having fun and building close-knit relationships. Most importantly, the athletes of Legends Elite will leave with the self-confidence they need to be active leaders in today’s society.

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The Legends Elite team members are experienced in both tumbling and cheerleading themselves, and as coaches. With over 15 years All-Star experience, they understand what it takes to get children to the next level and what it feels like to be those children. The Legends team treats all children with love and respect, while pushing each individual to their maximum potential.

Whether you are looking for an All-Star cheerleading program, tumbling classes or even a summer camp for your child, Legends Elite has something to offer. For additional information, visit their website at www.legendselitecheer.com.

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Day camps Art Loft Summer Sewing Camp for Kids 425 Market Place Antiques, Roswell 30075 770-992-5400 Monday-Thursday, June 6-June 23 (3 sessions). 10am-12pm.

Cost: $100/session (does not include cost of materials). Students must have their own sewing machines. Class size limited to 6 per session.

The Art Place – Mountain View Summer Camps 3330 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta 30066 770-509-2700 • www.theartplace.us A facility of the Cobb County Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Affairs Department. Check website for camp offerings.

Blake Cooper Productions Summer Drama Camp June 6-9 at Timber Ridge Elementary School, 5000 Timber Ridge Road, Marietta June 13-16 at Mt. Bethel Elementary School, 1210 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta 10am-3pm. Cost: $195. K-5th grade (based on grade completed during the 2010/11 school year).

Champions Fast Pitch Academy Summer Camps >Sandy Plains Park 2977 Gordy Parkway NE, Marietta 30066 June 6-8. 9am-12pm and 1-3pm. Cost: $130 + $75 option. >Terrell Mill Park 480 Terrell Mill Road, Marietta 30067 June 13-15. 9am-12pm and 1-3pm. Cost: $130 + $75 option.

More camps available at various parks, schools, churches for ages 3-18. 770-792-1091 or www.championsfastpitchadademy.com.

Chattahoochee Nature Center - Camp Kingfisher 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell 30075 770-671-9019 • www.chattnaturecenter.com May 31-August 12. Half and full days. Rising K–9th grade.

Cost/Member: $298+/week. Cost/Non-Member: $330+week.

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Cresco Montessori Summer Camps 3001 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta 30062 770-992-8031 • www.creativemontessori.net June 1-August 12. 8:30am-3:30pm. Ages 5+.

Cost: $100-$185/week.

DAYJAMS >June 13-17 & June 20-24 St. John Neumann Regional Catholic School 791 Tom Smith Road, SW Lilburn 30047 >July 11-15 & July 18-22 The Cottage School, 700 Grimes Bridge Road, Roswell 30075 Ages 8-17. Cost: $545/week or $1,030/2 weeks 1-800-295 5956 www.dayjams.com Draisen Edwards Music The Summer Music Experience 4880 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta 30068 770-971-9755 www.draisenedwardsmusic.com $125/week. 8am-3pm. Weekly camps start June 1

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Day camps East Cobb Stables 1649 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta 30062 678-560-9154 • www.eastcobbstables.com Weekly co-ed horse camp. May 23-August 12. 8:30am-1pm, Monday-Friday, with a horse show on Friday. Cost: $300/week.

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Eastside Baptist Church 2450 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta 30068 770-578-7961, ext. 130 • www.ebcfamily.org June 20-July 29. Ages 4-11. Cost: $110-$255. The Recreation Ministry offers a variety of summer camps including sports, cheerleading and ballet. Call/visit website for details.

Fuller’s Recreation Center 3499 Robinson Road, Marietta 30067 770-509-2737 • prca.cobbcountyga.gov/fullerreccentersummercamps.htm.

June 6-August 5. No camp week of July 4. 7:30am-5:30pm.

Kids Camp (ages 6-11) is a general recreation camp that includes sports, games, arts and crafts, and many more fun activities. Teen Camp (ages 12-15) is designed for teenagers to have a fun and exciting summer with sports, special projects, acting in leadership roles, and interacting with other county teen camps. Cost: $100/week/resident; $125/week/non-resident.

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Harrison Tennis Center 2653 Shallowford Road, Marietta 30066 770-591-3151 • rlrazz@aol.com • prca.cobbcountyga.gov May 31-July 28. Monday-Thursday. Critter Camp (4-5 years): 8:30-9am. Cost: $35. Mini Camp (6-8 years): 9:15-10:30am.

Cost: $65. Full Camp (9-17 years): 8:30-11:30am.

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High Touch-High Tech Science Camp at St. Andrews United Methodist Church, 3455 Canton Road, Marietta 30066 770-667-9443 • www.sciencemadefunatl.net June 13-17. 9am-3pm. Rising 1st –6th graders.

Cost: $215/week. ideaAdventures Summer Fun Camps Jennifer Knight, 404-271-8175 jennifer@ideaAdventures.com • www.ideaAdventures.com June 6-July 29. 9am-2:30pm. 2nd – 6th grade. Cost: $200$300/week. Hands-on, curriculum based, on-site science programs.

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Day camps JazzerKamp East Cobb Jazzercize 736 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta 30068 770-643-8090 • www.eastcobbjazz.com June 20-24. 12:30-3:30pm. Ages 5-10. Cost: $150/week.

Johnson Ferry Baptist Church 955 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta 30068 770-973-6561 • www.johnsonferry.org Children’s Camp, Playcation, Soccer Camp and Winshape Camp C3. Call/visit website for details.

Kell High School - Youth Boys Basketball Camp 4770 Lee Waters Road, Marietta 30066 Brian Whitaker, 770-845-9410 or brian.whitaker@cobbk12.org June 13-16. Ages 7-14. Cost: $100.

Kids’ Zone Summer Camp 137 Johnson Ferry Road, Suite 1100, Marietta 30068 770-933-6900 • www.kidszonelearningcenter.com May 23-August 12. Weekly themed programs for children 6 to 12 years. Cost: $185/week. Call/visit website for further details.

Lassiter High School - LB3 Lacrosse Summer Day Camp 2601 Shallowford Road, Marietta 30066 Bryan.wallace@cobbk12.org July 25-28. 9am-1pm. Boys and girls ages 8-15. Cost: $225.

All ability levels. Position coaching, goalie training, teamwork skills, shooting and scoring, stick handling.

Legends Elite Cheerleading Camp 4696 Lower Roswell Road, Ste. 600, Marietta 30067 404-754-4641 • melissa@legendselitecheer.com www.legendselitecheer.com June 7-10. 9am-2pm. Ages 5-11. Cost: $150.

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Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta at Shirley Blumenthal Park 2509 Post Oak Tritt Road, Marietta 30062 678-812-4000 • www.atlantajcc.org May 23-August 19. 9am-4pm. Ages: 5-15. Weekly traditional, sports, specialty, teen, and preschool camps. Cost: $295. Visit website for day camp options.

Lassiter High School - Camp Lassiter Cheerleading Clinic 2601 Shallowford Road, Marietta 30066 678-494-7863 • cathy.zingler@cobbk12.org www.lassitercheerleading.org June 6-8. Grades K-8. 9am-12pm and 1-4pm. Cost: $75.

Moohan Martial Arts Camp 3605 Sandy Plains Road, Suite 140, Marietta 30066 770-973-5425 www.mymoohan.com May 24-July 30. 9am-3pm. Ages 4+. Call/visit website for further details.

Lassiter High School - Volleyball Camp 2601 Shallowford Road, Marietta 30066 Michelle Smith, 770-851-5500 July 11-13. Rising 2nd-5th grade: 9am-noon. $85. 6th-9th grade: 1-4pm. Cost: $115.

Mt. Paran North Mountain Top Sports Camps 1700 Allgood Road, Marietta 30062 678-285-3264 • www.mpnsports.com June 1-July 29. 8am-6pm. Ages 6-12. Games, art, sports, computer lab, hiking, movies, and much more! Weekly sessions.

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Day camps Mt. Zion Youth Sports Camps 1770 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta 30062 770-971-1465, ext. 250 • www.mtzionumc.org May 31-July 28. 9am-12noon. Ages 6-13. Soccer, basketball, volleyball, and lacrosse. Cost: $60/child/camp with discounts for siblings and multiple camp sign-ups.

Our Pal’s Place - Camp O.P.P. 4508 Canton Road, Marietta 30066 Gigi, 678-361-7623 • camps@ourpalsplace.org Weekly camps May 31-July 29. Give your kids the opportunity to learn about and interact with dogs, cats and horses. 9am4pm. Grades 3-9. Cost: $200-$235/week. (Camp fees go to help homeless animals.) Visit website for programs/schedules.

Pope High School Mini-Cheerleading Camp 770-578-7900 • popeminicamp@gmail.com June 1-3 at Hightower Trail Middle School, 3905 Post Oak Tritt Road, Marietta 30062.

August 10-12 at Pope High School, 3001 Hembree Road, Marietta 30062.

Rising K-5th graders. 9am-12:30pm. Learn a short dance, cheer, chant, simple stunting, and jumps. Cost: $65 on day of camp; $60 pre-registration.

Shreiner Academy EPIC! Summer Camp 1340 Terrell Mill Road, Marietta 30067 770-953-1340 • www.shreiner.com May 23-August 12. 7am-6:30pm. Ages 5-13. Call/check website for fees.

S.M.art Club Summer Art Camps @ various East Cobb locations 404-313-2999 • www.sm-art-club.com May 23-July 29. Half and full days. Ages 5-11.

Cost: $225/week.

The Spanish Academy Summer Camp The Spanish Academy (inside Chestnut Ridge Christian Church) 2663 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta 30062 770-751-3646 • www.thespanishacademy.com June 6-24. 9am-12pm. Ages 2-5. Cost: $150/week.

Sports Broadcasting Camp @ Emory University, 201 Dowman Drive, Atlanta 30322 800-319-0884 • www.playbyplaycamps.com July 18-22. 9am-4pm or overnight. Ages 10-18.

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Pope High School - Greyhounds Summer Youth Soccer Camp 3001 Hembree Road, Marietta 30062 Richard.groeneveld@cobbk12.org • www.popesoccer.org June 20-24. Grades K-5: 9am-12pm. Grades 6-9: 6-8:30pm.

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Day camps The Sunshine House 4677 Paper Mill Road, Marietta 30067 770-955-2768• center91@sshouse.com www.sunshinehouse.com May 26-August 12. 6:30am-6:30pm. Ages 5+. Cost: $155/ week + $25 registration fee.

Terrell Mill Junior Summer Tennis Camps 480 Terrell Mill Road, Marietta 30067 770-644-2771 • prca.cobbcountyga.gov May 24-July 23. Ages 3-16. 9-10am or 9am-12noon.

Beginners will learn basic strokes and strategies; advanced players will participate in advanced drills, conditioning and competition. Cost: $75-150.

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Tony Ingle KSU Basketball Camps Kennesaw State University 1000 Chastain Road, Kennesaw 30144 678-797-2190 • www.ksuowls.com >June 7-9 and June 14-16. 9am-12pm. Ages 5-8. >June 7-10 and June 14-17. 9am-5pm. Grades 3-9. >June 21-24. 8am-12pm or 1-5pm.Grades 7-12.

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Register before June 1st and camp cost is $50. Print forms from: www.wheelercheerleading.wordpress.com/youth-camp Pre-Registration materials can be mailed to: Wheeler Cheer Assoc · Wheeler High School · 375 Holt Road · Marietta GA 30068

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Walton High School - Boy’s Basketball Summer Camp 1590 Bill Murdock Road, Marietta 30062 770-578-3225 • joseph.goydish@cobbk12.org June 6-9. Cost: $95. >Session I: Rising 4th-6th graders – 9am-11:30pm. >Session II: Rising 7th-9th graders – 1-3:30pm.

Walton High School - Fun Camp 1590 Bill Murdock Road, Marietta 30062 770-578-3225 • rocky.hidalgo@cobbk12.org June 6-9. 9am-12pm. Boys and girls ages 6-12. A variety of competitive games that emphasize the development of athletic skills and are designed to increase a child’s understanding of teamwork and cooperation. Cost: $85.

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Stingrays Swimming Lessons

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Walton High School – Fundamental Football Camp 1590 Bill Murdock Road, Marietta 30062 770-578-3225 • rocky.hidalgo@cobbk12.org June 27-29. 9am-12noon. Ages 7-14. Instruction on the basics of football, teamwork and cooperation through competitive individual and group drills. Cost: $100.

Wheeler High School – Wildcats Cheer Camp 375 Holt Road, Marietta 30068 678-790-8757 • wheelercheercoach@gmail.com July 18-21. 9am-12pm. Girls ages 5-14. Cost: $50 before June 1; $60 thereafter. Learn cheers and chants from the Wheeler Wildcat Varsity cheerleaders.

YMCA >McCleskey-East Cobb YMCA 1055 East Piedmont Road, Marietta 30062 770-977-5991 >Northeast Cobb YMCA 3010 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta 30062 678-569-9622 www.ymcapass.com May 31-August 12. Weekly half- and full-day pre-school, sports, specialty and teen camps. Visit website for details.

Young Chefs Academy Can-I-Cook Camp 220 Hammond Drive NE, Ste. 368, Sandy Springs 3-328 404-255-9263 • www.youngchefsacademy.com/sandysprings May 31-August 12. 9:30am-2pm. Ages 4-17. Cost: $275 + registration.

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Program Name

Age

Dates

Time

Cost

“Pandamania”

Preschool 5th grade

Monday-Friday June 20-24

9am-12noon

$60/child

“Camp Edge: Experience & Discover God Everywhere”

3 yrs. (completed preschool)5th grade

Monday-Friday June 22-26

9am-12noon

Suggested $10 donation per child

“Beachblast”

3 years (potty trained)rising 5th grade

Sunday-Friday July 31-August 5

6:30am–8:30pm

Free

East Cobb Church of Christ 5240 Roswell Road • Marietta 30062 770-587-5999 • www.eastcobbcoc.org

“Water Water Everywhere”

K-4th

Sunday-Wednesday July 17-20

7pm

Free

East Cobb Presbyterian Church 4616 Roswell Road NE • Marietta 30062 770-973-4114 • www.ecpca.org

“Pandamania”

5 years5th grade

Monday-Friday July 25 -29

6pm–8pm

Free

East Cobb United Methodist Church 2325 Roswell Road • Marietta, GA 30062 770-971-3643 • www.eastcobbumc.org

“Galactic Blast”

4 years-5th grade

Sunday-Thursday June 5-9

6pm–8:30pm

$10 donation requested

Eastminster Presbyterian Church 3125 Sewell Mill Road • Marietta 30062 770-977-2976 • www.groupvbs.com

“Pandamania”

4 years– 4th grade

Monday-Friday June 20-24

9am–12:15pm

Free ($5/T-shirt)

Eastside Baptist Church 2450 Lower Roswell Road • Marietta 30068 770-971-2323 ext. 128 • www.ebcfamily.org

“Beach Bash”

K- 5th grade

Sunday-Thursday June 26-30

9am-12pm

$20 donation requested

Faith Lutheran Curch 2111 Lower Roswell Road • Marietta 30068 770-973-8877 • www.faithlcms.org

“Pandamania”

3-12 years

Monday-Friday June 6-10

9am-12noon

Free

Holy Family Church 3401 Lower Roswell Road • Marietta 30068 770-973-0038 • www.holyfamilycc.org

“Hometown Nazereth”

4 years-10 years (11 years can volunteer)

Monday-Friday June 13-17

10am-12noon

$40/child, $50/2 children

Holy Trinity Lutheran Church 2922 Sandy Plains Road • Marietta 30066 770-971-4600 • www.holytrinitymarietta.org

“Pandamania”

3 years– 5th grade (completed)

Monday–Friday June6–10

9am–12noon

$25

Playcation (check website for locations)

Kindergarten –5th Grade (completed)

Monday–Thursday June 20-23

Check website

$7

“SonSurf Beach Bash”

3 years (potty trained)-10 years

Monday–Friday June 20-24

9am–12noon 6:00pm (June 24 cookout)

$25 (shirt, snack and CD)

Monday–Thursday June 27-30

1-4pm

$20 1st child; $15 additional child

Catholic Church of St. Ann 4905 Roswell Road NE • Marietta 30062 770-552-6400 • www.st-ann.org Covenant Presbyterian Church 2881 Canton Road • Marietta 30066 770-422-5130 • www.covpres.com Crossview Baptist Church 1100 Piedmont Road • Marietta 30066 770-973-0063 • www.crossviewbaptist.org

Johnson Ferry Baptist Church 955 Johnson Ferry Road • Marietta 30068 770-793-6561 • www.johnsonferry.org Lutheran Church of the Incarnation 1200 Indian Hills Parkway • Marietta 30068 770-971-2738 • www.lcilutheran.org Lutheran Church of the Resurrection 4814 Paper Mill Road • Marietta 30067 770.953.3193• www.lcrmarietta.org

“ReNew! Grow in Faith. Have 3 years (potty Fun. Change the World.” trained)-5th grade

Mt. Bethel United Methodist Church 4385 Lower Roswell Road • Marietta 30068 770-971-2880 • www.mtbethel.org

“Shake It Up”

4 years by Sept. 1 -rising 6th grade

Monday–Friday June 6-10

12:30-3:30pm

$30 ($50 after June 1)

Mt. Bethel United Methodist Church 4385 Lower Roswell Road • Marietta 30068 770-971-2880 • www.mtbethel.org

“VBS High Seas Expedition: Exploring the Mighty Love of God”

4 years by Sept. 1 -rising 6th grade

Monday–Friday July 19-23

9:30am–12:30pm

$30 ($50 after June 1)

“Pandamania”

K3-K completed

Monday–Friday June 13-17

9am–12:30pm

$25

Mt. Paran North Church of God 1700 Allgood Road • Marietta 30062 770-578-9081 • www.mtparan.com

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Program Name

Age

Dates

Time

Cost

Mt. Zion United Methodist Church 1770 Johnson Ferry Road • Marietta 30062 770-971-1465 • www.mtzionumc.org

“Crocodile Dock”

3 years (by 9/1/08) rising 5th grade (Bathroom Ready)

Monday–Friday July 13-17

9am–12noon

$30/child; Maximum $90/family

Mountain View United Methodist Church 2300 Jamerson Road • Marietta 30066 770-928-0050 • www.mvumc.org

“Pandamania”

4 years-5th grade

Monday-Friday July 18-22

9am–12noon

Free (donations requested for T-shirt)

Noonday Baptist Church 4121 Canton Road • Marietta 30066 770-926-6138 • www.noondaychurch.org

“High Seas Expedition”

4 years by Sept 1 -8th grade

Sunday-Friday June 12-16

9am - 12noon

Free

Piedmont Church 570 Piedmont Road, Marietta, GA 30066 770-422-2566 • www.piedmontchurch.tv

“Big Apple Adventure”

5 years-5th grade

Monday–Friday June 27-July 1

6-8:30pm

N/A

Pilgrimage United Church of Christ 3755 Sandy Plains Road • Marietta 30066 770-971-0007 • www.pilgrimageucc.org/we/vbs.asp

“Caring for Creation”

3 years (potty trained)-5th grade

Monday-Friday June 13-17

9am-12noon

$25/child before June 1, $30/ child after; $50/family before June 1, $75/family after

Powers Ferry United Methodist Church 245 Powers Ferry Road • Marietta 30067 770-973-5271 • www.powerumc.com

“High Seas Expedition”

3 years (pottytrained)-5th grade

Monday-Friday June 7-11

9:30am-12:30pm

Free

Sandy Plains Baptist Church 2825 Sandy Plains Road • Marietta 30066 770-971-8525 • www.sandyplains.org

“New York”

Pre-K (completed)-6th grade

Monday–Friday June 27-July 1

9am–12pm

Free

“Saddle Ridge Ranch”

1st-5th grade

Sunday–Thursday June 15–19

10am-12pm

Check Website

“Pandamania”

3 years-6th grade

Sunday–Thursday June 26-20

6:30-8:30pm

Free

Shallowford Falls Community Church 3662 Shallowford Road • Marietta 30062 770-565-4282 ext. 51 • www.shallowfordfalls.com Wesley Chapel United Methodist Church 4495 Sandy Plains Road • Marietta 30066 770-993-4919 • www.wesleychapelumc.com

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Sharing God’s love Developing social skills Creating a family atmosphere

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Community Calendar Free Mulch. Cobb EMC offers free mulch from the clearance maintenance of Cobb EMC power lines. It is available throughout the year and can be delivered when crews are in your area. More info: 678-355-3413.

Every Sunday Kabbalah Café. Delve into the mystical secrets of Judaism based on the Chassidic teachings of Tanya. This tale of two souls will give you the tools to understand yourself in unprecedented ways.

9:30-10:30am. Chabad of Cobb, 4450 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta. More info/to register: 770-565-4412 or www.chabadofcobb.com.

Every Monday Guided Tour of the Strand. Get a behind-the-scenes peek at the Earl Smith Strand Theatre. Learn about the history of the theatre dating back to the 1930s, recent renovation efforts and fun facts about the theatre business. 10am. $5. Earl Smith Strand Theatre, 117 North Park Square, Marietta. More info: 770-293-0080 or www.earlsmithstrand.org.

Every Wednesday Ultimate Playdate. Take an outdoor break for some fresh air and family-friendly music with Jay Memory of Memory Dean performing old favorites and sing-alongs. 4-7pm. East Cobb Park, 3322 Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: www.eastcobbpark.org.

Every Saturday Marietta Square Farmers Market. 9am-12pm. More than 60 vendors will participate in this year’s market featuring products that are grown, made and produced in Georgia. Glover Park Marietta Square. More info: www.mariettaga.gov.

Free Arts and Crafts at Lakeshore Learning Store. 11am-3pm.

Ages 3 and up. Themes for May include a Mother’s Day purse, It’s a Jungle collage, Let’s Dance streamer, and Look at Me mirror.

Lakeshore Learning Store, 4287 Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: 770-578-3100 or www.lakeshorelearning.com.

Through May 15 The Art of the Quilt: Best of the East Cobb Quilters’ Guild.

The entire top floor of the Marietta-Cobb Museum of Art will be devoted to the exhibit of 35 to 40 of the guild’s best quilts. $5 suggested donation. Marietta-Cobb Museum of Art, 30 Atlanta Street SE, Marietta. More info: 770-528-1444 or www.mariettacobbartmuseum.org.

May 6 Casual Friday with the Cobb Symphony Orchestra. Get a behind the scenes look at the Cobb Symphony Orchestra and meet the musicians, conductor and soloists in an informal, rehearsal setting beginning with an informative chat with musicians, including recorded musical examples, guest interviews and spoken anecdotes, and ending with an open rehearsal. $5/adults. $3/students. Murray Arts Center, 2250 Stilesboro Road NW, Kennesaw.

More info: 770-429-7016 or www.cobbsymphony.org.

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Community Calendar May 6 American Cancer Society Relay for Life. 5:30pm Survivor Reception (free for survivors and one caregiver). Relay for Life: 7pm-7am. $10. Sign up at www.cobbrelay.org. Jim Miller Park, 2245 Callaway Road, Marietta. More info: 770-429-0089.

May 7 Marietta Go Girl Festival celebrating girls. Games, and entertainment provided by Ruth Mitchell Dance Theater. Nominal fee for some activities. 10am-5pm. Marietta Square. More info: 770-794-5601.

May 6-7, 13-14, 19-21 The Reluctant Debutante by William Douglas Home performed by the Polk Street Players. This stylish British comedy tells of young girls facing the ordeal of being thrust into high society during the traditional 3-month ‘London Season.’ Fridays & Saturdays: 8pm. Sunday, May 15: 2:30pm. Thursday, May 19: 2:30pm matinee. $12.50, except: May 19: $10; Saturday, May 7 & 14: $20 with dinner starting at 7pm. The Stellar Cellar, St. James Episcopal Church, 161 Church Street, Marietta. More info/tickets: 770-218-9669.

Taste of East Cobb & Festival. Tastes from the area’s finest restaurants, arts and crafts, kids activities, live music, silent auction and more. Tastes are $1 to $5. Cash only. 11am-5pm, rain or shine (under tents). Merchant’s Walk, Johnson Ferry and Roswell Road. More info: www.tasteofeastcobb.com.

May 6-8 Gem, Mineral, Jewelry, and Fossil Show presented by the Georgia Mineral Society. Educational exhibits, club displays, mineral and fossil specimens. Auction at 1pm on Saturday.

Special door prizes for students. 30+ dealers. Free. FridaySaturday: 10am-6pm. Sunday: Noon-5pm. Cobb Civic Center, 548 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta. More info: 770-979-8331 or www.gamineral.org.

May 6-8, 11-14 Moonlight & Magnolias presented by CenterStage North. The characters consume many peanuts (and bananas) during the course of the play. As time passes, numerous peanuts will be shelled and scattered shells will accumulate on the set. Audience members with severe peanut allergies should be aware that there is a possibility that peanut dust will be released into the air. $12.

Friday, Saturday & Sunday: 8pm. Wednesday, May 11: 8pm Benefit Performance ($10). Saturday, May 14: 2pm & 8pm.

The Art Place Mountain View, 3330 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta.

More info: 770-516-3330 or www.centerstagenorth.org.

Free Comic Book Day 2011 hosted by Great Escape Comics and Games. All attendees will receive a free comic, no strings attached. There will be a variety of comics from many different publishers. A family-friendly event for everyone. 11am-8pm.

Great Escape Comics and Games, 1050 East Piedmont Road, Marietta. More info: 678-438-4540 or www.freecomicbookday. com.

Free Family Fun Night – Spring Fling Fun at McCleskey-East Cobb YMCA. 6-8pm. Free and open to all members and community members. McCleskey-East Cobb YMCA, 1050 E. Piedmont Road, Marietta. More info: 770-977-5991.

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May 6, June 3 First Friday Art Walk with more than thirty merchants hosting artists in their stores and featuring Artists’ Alley (inside DuPre’s Antique Market, 17 Whitlock Avenue), an intimate exhibit of juried artists showing a wide variety of styles. Start your Art Walk at any one of the participating venues, have your map stamped at each participating location, and be one of the first 100 to return the completed map (with at least 15 locations) to Art Walk Headquarters in Artists’ Alley, and receive a free gift bag. 5-9pm.

Historic Marietta Square. More info: www.artwalkmarietta.com.

May 7 “Through the Garden Gate 2011” presented by Cobb County Master Gardeners. Stroll through the private gardens of the Cobb County Master Gardeners as well as other featured local gardens and Master Gardening projects located off Dallas Highway or South Cobb Drive in Powder Springs, Marietta, and Smyrna.

There will also be a plant sale at the Cobb County Water system Facility, 660 South Cobb Drive, Marietta. $15. Tickets available at any of the tour gardens or at the plant sale location. More info: 770-528-4070 or www.cobbmastergardeners.org. www.eastcobber.com

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Community Calendar May 7 Rockin’ At The River, Come Shake Your Tail Feathers benefitting the Chattahoochee Nature Center. Music by the Mike Veal Band and CC Booker III featuring Will Scruggs. Enjoy delicious food, cocktails, dancing and silent auction, and tour the lighted gardens and newly certified Gold LEED Discovery Center. 7:30-11pm. $125-$250. Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell. More info: DeAnn Fordham, 770-992-2055, ext. 226.

May 7-8 May-retta Daze Arts & Crafts Festival. More than 100 local and area artists and craftspeople will display and sell their work, including painting, potter, woodwork, metal, jewelry, glass, fabric, floral designs, demonstrations and more. Saturday: 10am-6pm.

Sunday: 11am-5pm. Free. Marietta Square. More info: 770-794-5601.

The People’s Choice – Master Works #4. After a year of voting, the time is finally here for the Cobb Symphony Orchestra to present the music that you, the audience, have chosen. The season will conclude with a special surprise, and Mozart’s timeless Requiem. Saturday: 8pm. Sunday: 3pm. $10-$50.

Murray Arts Center, 2250 Stilesboro Rd., NW, Kennesaw. More info: 770-429-7016 or www.cobbsymphony.org.

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May 7-22 Art & Design Show House highlighting top interior designers, showcasing a fantastic new home design at the historic Lawrence House built in 1879. The home will also showcase southeastern art and jewelry. Saturdays & Sundays: 10am-6pm. Fridays: 9am-6pm. Wednesdays & Thursdays: 9am-2pm. $15 in advance at www.artanddesignshowhouse.com or $20 at door.

Admission includes both the tour of the show house and the Lawrence House Art Gallery located at 21 Whitlock Drive.

Proceeds to benefit the Marietta/Cobb Museum of Art. Historic Lawrence House, 21 Whitlock Drive, Marietta. More info: 770-528-1444 or www.artanddesignshowhouse.com.

May 8 Mother’s Day Open House/Mothers Helping Others. Bring mom out on her special day at the historic homes of Roswell. Treat her to a tour of Barrington Hall, Bulloch Hall, and Smith Plantation during their annual open house with free admission. Food donations will be accepted at each home for the North Fulton Food Bank. 1-3pm. Archibald Smith Plantation, 935 Alpharetta Highway, Roswell. More info: 770-641-3978.

May 9 Golf for His Glory sponsored by Mt. Zion United Methodist Church benefiting MUST Ministries. Limited to first 144 paid golfers. Registration: 7:30am. Breakfast with special guest speaker Larry Nelson, three-time major championship pro golfer at 8am. Shotgun start: 10am. $125/player or $550/team (4 golfers & $100 Hole Sponsor). Indian Hills Country Club, 4001 Clubland Drive, Marietta. More info: www.mtzionumc.org/golf.

May 11 Information Fair 2011 presented by Cobb Senior Services for seniors 55+, adult children and caregivers. Various exhibits and seminars. Blood pressure and skin cancer screenings. Basic eye exams provided by the Marietta Lions Club. Door prizes. Free.

10am-2pm. Cobb Civic Center, 548 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta. More info: 770-528-5393.

Family Nutrition 911 – Lunch and Learn at the East Cobb Library. Heidi Phillips, founder and CEO of Wellness4U, a wellness coach, mom, personal trainer and nationally ranked triathlete, will bring some helpful tools and tips and share her passion for family nutrition. Bring your lunch. PTSA presidents: let your Health & Wellness chairs know about this opportunity as well as their oversight officers. See if this program is one you would like to offer to the parents at your school next fall. 11amnoon. East Cobb Library, 2051 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta.

More info/to register: Amy Waldner, kurtamyw@bellsouth.net.

May 12, 19, & 26 Brown Bag Concert Series. Grab your lunch at one of the many great restaurants around Marietta Square and meet your friends and coworkers at Glover Park every Thursday in May. 12-1pm.

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Community Calendar May 13 Cobb Executive Women Luncheon with Cookie Aftergut of Chemoflage speaking on Overcoming Adversity. 11am-1pm. $20 online (by noon, May 11) or $35 at door. The Georgian Club, 100 Galleria Parkway, 17th Floor, Atlanta. More info: 770-859-2320 or www.cobbchamber.org.

Cobb County Master Gardeners Lunch and Learn – New Uses for Ordinary Things in the Garden presented by Cathy Lacy and Lisa Bone who will share clever ideas for your garden, many which will cost only pennies. Bring your lunch. 12-1pm. Cobb County Central Library, 266 Roswell Street, Marietta. More info: 770-528-4070 or www.cobbmastergardeners.org.

Spring Fling Festival presented by Primrose School of Sprayberry.

Entry tickets gains you access to games, entertainment, arts and crafts, food and drinks, silent auctions, giant inflatables and more. Lots of great prizes for raffle. All proceeds go to the Primrose Children’s Foundation that helps benefit Reach Out & Read and The Children’s Miracle Network Hospital. 5:30-8pm.

Primrose School of Sprayberry, 2531 East Piedmont Road, Marietta. More info: 770-578-4832.

Ballads, Blues and Broadway, selections from the Great American Songbook, presented by the Michael O’Neal Singers accompanied by a professional jazz ensemble. 8pm. $20 in advance, $22 at door. Students & Seniors: $15 in advance, $17 at door.

Roswell United Methodist Church, 8114 Mimosa Blvd., Roswell.

More info/tickets: 770-594-7974 or www.mosingers.com.

May 13 The Drake Walk benefiting the Drake House which provides short-term crisis housing, assessment, support and empowerment to homeless mothers and their children. 1 mile, 5K and 10K walks through historic Roswell. $15/individual. $30/family.

10am-2pm. Check-in: 9:30-11:30am. Roswell United Methodist Church, 815 Mimosa Boulevard, Roswell. More info: 770-587-4712 or www.thedrakehouse.org.

Spring Gala at the Georgia Aquarium celebrating MUST Ministries and their 40 years of service. $150/person. Table sponsorships available. 6pm: Reception and silent auction.

7pm: Dinner and entertainment. Georgia Aquarium, 225 Baker Street NW, Atlanta. More info: Lane Henderson, 678-218-4515 or Betsy Mathews, 678-218-4524.

An Evening of Jazz – Jazz and More Jazz, featuring Myrna Clayton and music of the big band era. A portion of the concert proceeds will benefit Children’s Health Care of Atlanta. 8pm.

Gates open at 7pm. $18-$35. $250/table of 4. Mable House Barnes Amphitheatre, 5239 Floyd Road, Mableton. More info: 770-819-7765.

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Community Calendar May 14-15 Backyard Campout at the Chattahoochee Nature Center. Join a naturalist on night hikes, play games, visit with nocturnal animals up close, warm up by the campfire while roasting marshmallows and singing songs. Arrive at 5pm Saturday, till 10am Sunday. $45/non-member families. $35/member families. Preregistration required. Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell. More info/to register: 770-992-2055, ext. 237, or scheduling@chattnaturecenter.org.

May 15 Pony Up for Theatre in the Square! Bring a picnic and enjoy a day of fun and excitement with friends and family, including a polo match with the Scuppernong Polo Team, while raising funds for the Theatre’s newly reinvigorated education program. 1-4pm. $40 ($35/Theatre subscribers). $12/age 12 and under. $250/ VIP ticket. Sponsorship packages available. Catered lunch may be pre-ordered ($10): ponyup@oldephraims.com or 678-6510898. Chukkar Farms & Polo Club, 1140 Liberty Grove Road, Alpharetta. More info: 770-422-8369, ext. 10 or www.theatreinthesquare.com.

May 16 St. Andrew United Methodist Men Golf Outing 2010 to support local families in need. Registration: 7:30-8:30am . Tee time: 9am. $94/player. Sponsorships available. Eagle Watch Golf Course, 3055 Eagle Watch Drive, Woodstock. More info: 770924-7204 or www.thepumpkinchurch.org/golf-outing.

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May 19 Business to Business Expo presented by Cobb Chamber of Commerce for the promotion of local businesses and corporate networking. More than 150 companies showcase their products and services to more than 1,000 attendees. 4-7pm. Free.

Cobb Galleria Centre, 2 Galleria Parkway, Atlanta. More info: Tya Dawson, 770-859-2341 or tdawson@cobbchamber.org.

May 20 12 Angry Jurors based on the Emmy-award-winning movie, Twelve Angry Men, presented by Marietta Academy of Fine Arts.

A jury is sent to begin deliberations in the first degree murder trial of an 18-year-old man accused in the stabbing death of his father, where a guilty verdict means an automatic death sentence.

Eleven jurors immediately vote guilty. One casts a not guilty vote. As deliberations unfold, the story becomes a study of the jurors’ complex personalities, preconceptions, backgrounds and interactions. 3pm. $10/adults. $7/students. $5/groups of 10+.

The Art Place, 3330 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta. More info/ tickets: Mrs. Wasby, 404-610-6232 or www.mafamarietta.net.

May 21 Free Candlelite Concert: Kerry Ayres & Rambunctious. Bring a picnic and come early for the best seating. Food also available at the concession stand. Gate opens at 7pm. Show begins at 8pm. Free admission to the general seating area. Tables for 4 available for $50. Rain or shine concert. Mable House Barnes Amphitheatre, 5239 Floyd Road, Mableton. More info: 770-819-7765 or www.mablehouse.org.

May 21-22 RK Gun Show. Saturday: 9am-5pm. Sunday: 10am-5pm. $8/adults. $6/ages 6-12. Under 6 free. Jim Miller Park, 2245 Callaway Road, Marietta. More info: 563-927-8176.

May 23 59th Annual Military Affairs Luncheon presented by the Cobb Chamber of Commerce with speaker Senator Saxby Chambliss.

11am-1pm. $50. Purchase to attend and/or honor a military representative by purchasing their meal at $50 each. Tables of 10 available for $500 (9 seats for purchaser and one seat for a military representative. Cobb Galleria Centre, Two Galleria Parkway, Atlanta. More info: 770-980-2000 or www.cobbchamber.org.

May 24 Dementia Seminar: Understanding Behaviors & Dementia presented by Sarah Carson, LCSW, Family Support Programs Manager, Alzheimer’s Association-Georgia Chapter. 6:30pm.

Free and open to the public. Savannah Court, 886 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta. More info: 770-977-4420 or www.savannahcourtmarietta.com.

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May 25 Cobb Chamber Member Appreciation Breakfast. Members will receive an update on new member benefits and programs and have a chance to give their input. Great networking opportunity as well. 7:45-9am. Cobb Chamber of Commerce, 240 Interstate North Parkway, Atlanta. Registration requested. More info: Amy Goggins, 770-859-2335.

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Community Calendar May 26 How Fit is Your Marketing? Presented by the Cobb Chamber.

Scott Wright of 524 Creative will explore practical steps to making your marketing effective by discovering the gaps in your current strategy and the tactics that can successfully bridge them to make your marketing program achieve results and drive revenue. 8-10am. General admission: $30. Members: $20 online (by noon, May 25); $25 at door. Cobb Chamber of Commerce, 240 Interstate North Parkway, Atlanta. Registration requested. More info: 770-980-2000.

May 25 East Cobb Business Association presents Power Networking Lunch-And-Learn With Wendy Kinney. 11:30am-1pm. FREE. East Cobb Library, Parkaire Shopping Center, 4880 Lower Roswell Road, Suite 510-B, Marietta, GA 30068. More info: 770-321-0301 or efogarty@classicbenefits.com.

May 27 Booked for Lunch Series: Jeffrey Stepakoff, veteran Hollywood TV and film writer and author of “Fireworks over Toccoa” who was honored on February 10th by the Georgia State Legislature with the passage of a resolution declaring that day “ToccoaStevens County Fireworks Over Toccoa Day”. Hosted by Cobb Library Foundation. 11:30am. $25. Marietta County Club, 1400 Marietta County Club Drive, Kennesaw. More info: www.cobbcat.org or 770-426-1808.

May 27 Glover Park Concert Series: Neons. Bring a blanket and enjoy a free concert of music from the 70s and 80s. 8-10pm. Free.

Limited number of tables available for rent. Historic Marietta Square. More info: 770-794-5601 or www.mariettaga.gov.

May 28 Sweet & Savory Saturday at the Marietta Museum of History.

Jelly Daze! In conjunction with the Y’all Come Eat exhibit, local chefs, restaurants and vendors will give a taste of the wonderful food around the South. 11am-2pm. Included in admission: $5/ adults, $3/seniors & students. Ages 6&under: free. Marietta Museum of History, 1 Depot Street, Marietta. More info: 770-794-5710 or www.mariettahistory.org.

End of School Play Day. Celebrate the end of the school year rolling out hula hoops, throwing Frisbees, parading parachutes and dusting off art chalk. Bo’s Bubbles from 2-3:30pm. Science in action and good clean fun for all ages. Included with General Admission.

Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell. More info: 770-992-2055 or www.chattnaturecenter.org.

June 3-5 2010 Dixie Highway Yard Sale. A 90-mile yard sale from Ringgold to Marietta celebrating the revitalization of the Dixie Highway and giving communities along the route an opportunity to promote their individuality and hidden gems. Many sites will be marked “Official Dixie Highway Yard Sale”. Other sales along route as well. 8am-4pm. More info: 800-733-2280 or 770-387-1357 or www.dixiehighway.org.

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Win Two RoundTrip Tickets To Greece At This Year’s 21st Annual Marietta Greek Festival

The Holy Transfiguration Greek Orthodox Church presents the 21st Annual Marietta Greek Festival May 13-15.

The Marietta Greek Festival will be held on the church grounds at 3431Trickum Road in East Cobb. Many people in the East Cobb community have watched The Marietta Greek Festival grow from its humble beginnings at the Cobb County Civic Center to an anticipated yearly community event held on the church’s beautiful grounds. 2011 marks the 21st anniversary of the Marietta tradition, and all are invited to come celebrate and escape to Greece! From the homemade Greek food and pastries, the live Greek music, authentic Greek dancing, and so much more, it is fun for the whole family!

Festival guests will enjoy traditional ethnic specialties such as Moussaka, Pastitsio, Dolmades and the great Gyro sandwich. Exquisite Greek pastries, breads, cheese and spinach pies and honey puffs are highlights you won’t want to miss. On the lighter side, Niko’s Taverna serves a delicious variety of Greek hors d’oeuvres and salads along with imported beer and wines.

The Marietta Greek Festival features a cultural exhibit, live Greek folk music and costumed dance groups, and guests are invited to join in the dancing in the South’s only authentic Greek amphitheater.

Church tours are also offered throughout the weekend.

Visitors are impressed by the rich color, distinctive iconography and beauty of the interior of a Greek Orthodox church.

The art and design of the church not only create a distinctive atmosphere for worship, but also reflect and embody many of the fundamental beliefs of Orthodoxy. Come and learn about the symbolism of the beautiful Byzantine-style sanctuary.

Over a dozen authentic vendors set up their shops inside the Festival’s Agora (Marketplace). Come by to see items created in the Greek tradition, such as fine imported Greek jewelry, handmade linens, hip scarves, delicious Greek pastries, Greek cookbooks and travel books, decorative art pieces, hand done oil paintings, beautiful Mediterranean candle holders, glass blown items and wood crafted items from the Holy Land--just to name a few. You will find an endless assortment of items that reflect the Greek culture and its traditions.

Come to the Marietta Greek Festival, and be Greek for a day! This East Cobb tradition opens Friday, May 13th at 3 p.m. with FREE admission for all until 6 p.m. The fun continues on Saturday, May 14th, 10 a.m. - 11p.m. and concludes Sunday, May 15th, 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. Admission is just $3 (kids 12 and under are FREE). Every adult admission is entered into the drawing for 2 round trip tickets to Greece. The Marietta Greek Festival is held at Holy Transfiguration Greek Orthodox Church, 3431 Trickum Road, Marietta 30066. Log onto www.mariettagreekfestival.org for more festival information. We look forward to celebrating this 21st Anniversary with you and your family!!! OPA!

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Shim’s Academy Staff and Friends Save Cat Late in the evening on April 1, Master Shim of Shim’s Tae Kwon Do Academy located in Marietta/East Cobb, was closing his studio for spring break when he was alerted to the desperate meows of a cat stuck in the wall behind his furnace. In an ssLuvey attempt to rescue the feline Shim contacted 911, who then put him in touch with Cobb County Animal Control; unfortunately, after several attempts no one could free the barricaded feline.

“It took about an hour and a half of cutting and sawing.

The space between the wall was only about 6 inches wide,” says Natalie Thomas, “we finally got an opening big enough to see into the wall. . . I poked my head in and coaxed the kitty to come to me. She did, without hesitating.” After a successful extrication, the famished feline was fed a wholesome can of tuna and the real work began.

Dinah Absi, and Natalie Thomas, a registered nurse at St. Joseph’s Hospital, went to work to find their new friend a home. “We posted on Facebook, we called rescue groups and told all of our friends and coworkers,” says Thomas.

But Master Shim and his business associate, Dinah Absi would not give up. They called Natalie Thomas whose children attend the Academy and knew the Thomas family to be avid pet lovers with their own zoo of sorts (two dogs, one cat, a bearded dragon lizard, two hermit crabs and several fish). The whole family came to Shim’s Academy to see how they could help.

Then once again, luck ruled in the cat’s favor when local cat rescue group, Cats in the Cradle, said they could help find Luvey a home. After receiving a thorough checkup by a local veterinarian who works with the group, Luvey (named for her loving disposition) was given a clean bill of health and posted for adoption . Thanks to the combined efforts of Master Shim, Dinah Absi, the Thomas family, and the rescue team of Cats in the Cradle, Luvey has been adopted.

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Lee’s Golden Buddha #7 2524 Cobb Parkway Smyrna 30080 770-980-1800 Mon-Sun: 11am-10:30pm Chinese, Malaysian, Thai & Korean cuisine. Dine-in or carry-out; delivery available. Consumer choice award for best Chinese restaurant from 1999-2004.

Fuji Hana Steak, Sushi & Thai 1255 Johnson Ferry Road, Suite 1 Marietta 30068 678-560-8071 www.fujihanaeastcobb.com Lunch: Mon-Fri: 11:30am-2:30pm.

Sat-Sun: 12-3pm Dinner: Mon-Thur: 4:30-10pm.

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Sun: 4:30-9:30pm A hibachi chef cooks right before your eyes. A fun place to be for any occasion.

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Marlow’s Tavern 1311 Johnson Ferry Road Marietta 30068 770-977-7747 www.marlowstavern.com Monday-Thursday: 11:30am-12midnight Friday-Saturday: 11:30am-1am Sunday: 11am-12 midnight Marlow’s Tavern features the “best of the best” in American tavern fare served in a modern atmosphere. The menu offers a diverse combination of classic dishes that are updated and elevated to a gourmet level.

Marlow’s Tavern provides a casual and friendly gathering spot to enjoy a great night on the town.

IHOP 3130 Johnson Ferry Road Marietta 30062 770-640-1731 J. Christopher’s 1205 Johnson Ferry Road Marietta 30068 770-579-6800 7am-2pm Breakfast, brunch & lunch. An East Cobb original since 1997. > 1275 Powers Ferry Road Marietta 30067 770-953-0002 > 2700 Town Center Drive Kennesaw 30144 678-213-2400

European Deli 3101 Roswell Rd. #112 Marietta, GA 30062 770.693.9409 Mon-Sat:10am-9pm Sun: 11am-6pm A locally owned and operated business dedicated to providing excellent specialty food service. We have goods from Italy, Germany and all over Europe. European Deli serves fresh, homemade traditional Russian Cuisine like hot fresh breads, stuffed cabbage, red beet salad and babaganoush.

ice cream D’Lites Emporium Premium Lite Ice Cream 1100 Johnson Ferry Rd. Suite 365 Marietta, Georgia 30068 Monday – Wednesday 11am – 9:30pm Thursday – Saturday 11am – 10pm Sunday 12am – 9pm www.dlitesofmarietta.com D’Lites premium lite ice cream satisfies any sweet tooth without the guilt. All D’Lites ice cream products are low calorie, low fat, low carb, low sodium, cholesterol free and kosher. Only 50 calories per serving!

Thai Curry Curry Thai Restaurant 4724 Lower Roswell Road Marietta 30068 678-560-7809 Monday-Friday Lunch: 11am-2:30pm Saturday-Sunday Lunch: 12-3:30pm Monday-Thursday Dinner: 4-9:30pm Friday Dinner: 4-10pm Saturday Dinner 5-10pm Sunday Dinner 5-9pm

Vegetarian Café Life at Life Grocery 1453 Roswell Road Marietta 30062 770-977-9583 Mon-Sat: 11am-7pm. Sun: 12-5pm Healing, Wellness, & Healthy Food for the Mind, Body & Soul. Choose from a variety of organic vegan foods. Enjoy healthy, delicious, & nutritious all day buffet & salad bar.

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SafeAmerica Offers Teen Driving Course On January 1, 2007, Joshua’s Law went into effect in the state of Georgia stating that if you are 16 years old, you must complete a driver education course approved by the Department of Driver Services in order to receive a Class D License. Those individuals who do not complete an approved driver education course must wait until age 17 to become licensed.

Safe America driver education courses are licensed by the State of Georgia Department of Driver Services. Each student will attend the state-required 30 hours of classroom training, which includes the State-required Alcohol and Drug Awareness (ADAP) training. Students will also complete either 6 (required by state) or 10 hours of private, individual behind-the-wheel training with a licensed driver training instructor. The behind-the-wheel training is performed in individually scheduled 2-hour increments which must occur within the 6 months following the classroom training. This is scheduled after completion of classroom instruction. Here is a list of classes and their costs:

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The training package satisfies the state requirement for full driver education programs and graduates of the program are eligible for a 10 percent reduction in insurance premiums if under 25 years of age and otherwise qualified, and parents are eligible for a $150 Georgia Income Tax Credit.

Classes are located at the Safe America Foundation, 2480 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta 30066. Class sessions are May 31 – June 3 and June 6 – June 10.

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Local Farmers Markets Offer Fresh Foods Farmers markets are gaining popularity throughout Cobb County thanks to farmers with organic fruits and vegetables, gardeners with fresh flowers and plants, and makers of all sorts of edible home goods – from yummy desserts to local raw honey and homemade sauces and jellies. If you’re craving locally-grown, fresh produce, here’s a list of farmers markets close to East Cobbers: Sandy Springs Farmers Market 235 Sandy Springs Circle NW, Sandy Springs April 16-December: Saturdays, 8:30am-12noon www.sandyspringsfarmersmarket.com

Kennesaw Farmers Market Adams Park Soccer Field Parking Lot 2753 Watts Drive, Kennesaw May 3-October 25: Tuesdays, 7am to 1pm More info: 770-794-7075 www.kennesaw.com/kennesawfarmers-market

Smyrna Fresh Produce Market Smyrna First Baptist Parking Lot 1275 Church Street SE, Smyrna May 7-Fall: Saturdays, 8am-12noon More info: 770-431-2863 • www.smyrnacity.com

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East Cobb Church Creates Community Garden

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Gardening is a favorite past-time of many East Cobbers, but HOA regulations and awkward sun exposure often limit residents’ plant selection to only the most common types of annuals. Thanks to a group at Chesnut Ridge Christian Church, East Cobb gardeners can put their green thumbs to work for a good cause at the Chestnut Ridge Christian Church Community Garden.

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The program is led by church member and Cobb County Master Gardener Debbie Abernathy. The community garden is a series of 32 raised beds built on a formerly unused portion of land on the church grounds. Ten of the beds have been designated as sources for the church’s Feed the Hungry outreach program that provides produce to area organizations like MUST Ministries, the Extension for Women, Center for Family Resources and the Marietta First Christian food pantry.

Community gardeners are also asked to donate 10% of their harvest for charitable giving. In 2010, 150 pounds of vegetables were harvested and donated from the church garden program.

Garden plots are available for lease for $1 per square foot ($16 for a 4x4 plot, $30 for a 3x10). Plant selection is at the discretion of the gardener, though the inclusion of vegetables is encouraged. Monetary gifts and donations of small garden implements like wheelbarrows, garden carts and hand tools are also needed.

For more information on becoming a community gardener, contact Debbie Abernathy at 770-843-6100 or Debbie@ esmithair.com. Chestnut Ridge Christian Church is located at 2663 Johnson Ferry Road in East Cobb.

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Operation Homefront: Serving Those Who Serve For Us

By Jinna Marbry tary pay schedule issues, even transitional housing dilemmas when a soldier returns home with an injury.

The target population is American military personnel and/ or their families who have unmet needs due to financial hardship, death, injury, or physical or mental detriment as a result of service in Iraq or Afghanistan. These may include active duty, Reserve, National Guard and veteran service members.

They are a diverse ethnic group (64 percent are minorities): approximately 20 percent are African-American; 5 percent Asian-American; 34 percent Hispanic/Latino; 5 percent Native American; and 36 percent Caucasian. The majority of our clients are the lowest-paid service members, the E-1 through E-6 enlisted ranks. Roughly 75 percent live at an income level 80 percent below the median income for the communities in which they reside.

ssKim Scoffi,Operation Homefront Director with volunteers Liz Fichtel, Linda Lemoi, and Ernie Fichtel

For Georgia military families, having a soldier deployed for an extended time can be a new, scary frontier. Families face everyday tasks compounded with the stress of a loved one in active duty. This is where Operation Homefront (Georgia Chapter) steps in. A 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, Operation Homefront was formed in February 2002. It was developed to support the families of deployed service members immediately following 9/11. Operation Homefront is headquartered in San Antonio, Texas, and has evolved into a major nonprofit organization. The organization currently provides services to military families across the nation with 23 chapters serving 32 states. Often these families face financial hardships including: emergency home repairs, mili-

Based in East Cobb, Operation Homefront-GA serves around 1,000 families a month in the state of Georgia. Their goal is to make military families feel comfortable and welcome in times of great stress. “Our first aim is to makes sure those bills get paid, that they (military families) don’t worry about having a roof over their head, having diapers or milk. . . if you have ever been in that situation it is terrifying,” says Kim Scoffi, Executive Director for Georgia’s Operation Homefront; “add to that the worrying about whether or not their husband is alive.”

Kim Scoffi leads a small but very dedicated team. Her Operation Homefront staff pride themselves on giving their all to their mission with 96 cents of every donation dollar going to the military families. While the needs can be physically and emotionally demanding there are times that bring a smile to the faces of the team. As Kim recalls, “There was one instance when a Florida chapter called to ask if we could house some donated wedding dresses. To my surprise, I received an urgent 7 a.m. call that a tractor-trailer had arrived holding 300 dresses for storage. After I unloaded the dresses in the pouring rain, we came up with the idea to have a mass wedding for 20 military couples that were given the wedding of their dreams.”

It is the creativity and dedication of this East Cobb team that inspire the many activities that Operation Homefront hosts including the Atlanta Braves Hometown Heroes and Falcons’ Family of the Game which recognize one special military family at each home game, as well as the various weekly activities to support local military wives.

Operation Homefront is currently sponsoring a diaper drive (that will run through the summer) and coordinating their annual backpack drive which runs through June.

Operation Homefront is located at 1220 Old Canton Road in Marietta/East Cobb. For more information on donating to or volunteering for Operation Homefront visit www. operationhomefront.net/georgia.

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WellStar East Cobb Health Park Update Convenient healthcare is not far away for East Cobb residents with the planned WellStar East Cobb Health Park – a community-based outpatient care center featuring a wide range of healthcare services.

Over the next five years, outpatient healthcare is expected to grow 30% in the United States. This national trend of providing hospital-quality care closer to home is a major departure from the current model in which patients may be required to visit several different locations, often including a hospital, in order to meet their healthcare needs. WellStar Health System is addressing this growing demand for convenience.

The WellStar East Cobb Health Park initiative will focus on the overall health and wellness of the community, not only through clinical services, but also by providing services such as chronic disease management, complementary medicine, screenings, fitness programs and education. The facility is planned for the corner of Roswell and Providence Roads in

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East Cobb on 23 acres of property. Initial plans include services such as an outpatient surgery center, primary care, pediatric and specialty care physician offices, imaging and laboratory services, women’s health center, urgent care, education & wellness center and a sleep center.This innovative service model ultimately will improve healthcare access and convenience for the communities WellStar serves, including East Cobb. In fact, according to a consumer survey of East Cobb residents in August 2010, 75-88% of respondents, depending on the type of service provided, thought these services were very appealing.

To better meet the needs of the community, WellStar created the East Cobb Health Park Advisory Committee, a group of more than 45 neighbors and business and community leaders. The committee was created in September 2010 and meets on a regular basis to provide input about the project.

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Career Groups Help East Cobbers With unemployment still a reality for many, the EAST COBBER has compiled a list of job search resources and events in the East Cobb area. These groups provide support and expertise in assisting the job seeker with resume writing, interviewing skills, networking, and job leads. Many meet at or are sponsored by a church, but all job seekers are welcome. Often a contact with the groups listed below (or their websites) will lead you to other groups that are geographically convenient to you.

First Presbyterian Church of Marietta

Johnson Ferry Baptist Church

69 N. Marietta Parkway, Marietta 30060

955 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta 30068

Bill Lins, 404-558-1579 or Bob Sabin, 770-795-9084

678-784-5270 • crossroads@jfbc.org • www.jfbc.org

> Career Transitions Ministries: Every 3rd Monday, 6:30pm

> Crossroads Career Network First Monday of the month, 6:15-9pm

Catholic Church of St. Ann 4905 Roswell Road, Marietta 30062

Mt. Bethel United Methodist Church

770-552-6400, ext. 6104 careerquest-sa@comcast.net • www.st-ann.org

4608 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta 30068

> Career Quest: Every Tuesday, 6:30pm

678-560-7230 kibbie.jones@mtbethel.org • www.mtbethel.org > Career Ministry: Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday, 6:30-9pm

JobSeeker Group The Varsity, 2790 Town Center Drive NW, Kennesaw

Mt. Paran North Church of God

First and 3rd Tuesday, 7:30-10am

1700 Allgood Road, Marietta 30062

www.jobseekers.org • jobseekers@bellsouth.net

Louis Snyder, 770-757-0836 louis.snyder@att.net • www.mtparan.com > Crossroads Job Seekers’ Workshop: Every Wednesday, 7pm Piedmont Church 570 Piedmont Road, Marietta 30066 770-422-2566 • www.piedmontchurch.tv > Career Ministry: Every 1st and 3rd Monday, 5:30-9pm Roswell United Methodist Church 814 Mimosa Boulevard, Roswell 30075 770-993-6218 • www.rumc.com > Crossroads Career Network: Every 2nd and 4th Monday, 5:45pm-9pm (5:45pm dinner - $3 donation requested) St. Catherine’s Episcopal Church 571 Holt Road, Marietta 30068 770-971-2839 • career.ministry@stcatherines.org > Career Ministry: Every 3rd Thursday, 7-9pm Transfiguration Catholic Church 1815 Blackwell Road, Marietta 30066 Mike Lang, 678-642-3727 mike@lang.net • www.transfiguration.com > Career CareEve; ry 1st and 3rd Monday, 7:30-9:30pm Quarterly workshops – call for schedule

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Network Your Way to Success at the 2011 Business-to-Business Expo Delta Community Credit Union is proud to present the Cobb Chamber of Commerce Business-to-Business Expo on Thursday, May 19, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Cobb Galleria Exhibition Hall. Network with more than 1,000 potential customers, vendors, executives and other business owners.

This one-day event keeps participants on the competitive edge with networking, idea sharing, product introduction and service solutions. The Business Expo is one of the largest Chamber sponsored business-to-business expositions in the area. More than 150 companies will showcase their products and services.

An afterhours cash bar and complimentary hors d’oeuvres will be on the show floor beginning at 5 p.m. As is tradition, the coveted Best in Show award will be presented to this year’s most impressive booth.

As one of the largest chambers in the Southeastern United States representing more than 2,500 firms, the Cobb Chamber of Commerce represents Cobb County’s diverse, dynamic business community. The Cobb Chamber is a member-supported business organization working to maintain a healthy economy by bringing business and industry to the area, helping established firms grow and building the community through outreach and service.

For more information, contact Stephanie Lipari at slipari@cobbchamber.org or 770-859-2320.

Outdoor Burning Ban Begins May 1 The Georgia Department of Natural Resources issues a ban on open burning May 1-Sept. 30 of each year. Fifty-four counties in Georgia, including Cobb County, are affected.

During the ban period, residents may not burn leaves, tree limbs or other yard waste, forest land or use air curtain destructors for land clearing. Cobb Fire and Emergency Services staff is responsible for enforcement of this stateissued ban in unincorporated Cobb and the cities of Acworth, Kennesaw and Powder Springs. If you have a complaint or problem regarding burning in your area, please call 911. For more information, visit cobbcounty.org/outdoorburning or contact Georgia Environmental Protection Division at 404-3637000 or 404-362-2671.

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Are You In Business For Your Self?

If you own a business, have a job, are unemployed or retired, and you receive and spend money, the answer is “Absolutely yes.” Why? Because in today’s world your whole life is a business.

If you are an owner of a business: You either bought it or created it to sell products and/or services and you conduct the business assuming full control, responsibility and risk.

If you are employed or contracted by a company: You are responsible for fulfilling the tasks and mission for which you were hired. You are using your skills and talents. Therefore, you assume part of the risk.

If you are unemployed and are seeking employment: You’re in the business of marketing and identifying and selling your skills and talents.

If you are retired: You are responsible for using your skills, talents and interest to create a life of fulfillment based on how you spend your time and money Your whole life can benefit from applying the principles of operating a successful, productive business. Your life has a beginning and end, just like a business. It goes through various stages as it matures, and you have 24 hours each day to manage and create the life you want. It would be to your benefit to change the way you look at all your relationships. An example is the way you view your employment relationship. Rather than thinking of yourself as being an employee, see yourself as a business person with the perception of, “I am selling my unique skills and talents to the company to fulfill the tasks and mission for which I was hired.” The benefit of this perception is that it will make you stronger. Thinking as a business person, you become more aware of continually improving your skills, talents and interest so that you are always marketable.

When the time comes for you to quit, get laid off or be ‘downsized,’ you then become an entrepreneur to create and build a mechanism to market you, your skills and talents to an employer or to create your own business. The same will hold true when the time comes for you to create a joyful fulfilling transition into semi- or full retirement.

Your whole life, as with a business, has similar categories and tasks, things to plan, create, manage and improve: Career/Business, Money Management, Health, Family, Social Relationships (personal friends/significant other and business associates), Personal and Professional Mastery, and Physical Environment (fun and recreation).

As a business, life and retirement coach, I assist you into breaking free of the barriers and transition into the results you desire. I will guide you in your journey by gaining clarity in your purpose, goals and vision, uncover and identify the obstacles and challenges. I provide processes that will enable you to move through them effectively so that you can create the business and life you desire with passion, prosperity, balance, and fulfillment.

Call me at 770-977-2232 with any questions or comments. Visit my website www.breakingfreecoaching.com where you will find several articles on related topics.

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Health & Wellness

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ACUPUNCTURE Acupuncture and Wellness Center Dr. Li Hua Shu, TCMD – Licensed Acupuncturist 1000 Johnson Ferry Road, Suite A-130 • Marietta 30068 678-560-7978 • www.drshutcm.com Monday-Friday 9am-6pm; Saturday 9am-4pm 19 years experience in traditional Chinese medicine treating pain management, respiratory system, emotional/mental health, nervous system, digestive system, smoking/weight loss, wrinkle reduction, high blood pressure, and much more!

ADDICTION New Vision Service @ WellStar Cobb Hospital 3950 Austell Road • Austell 30106 770-739-4670 Hours: Monday-Friday: 8am-8pm. Saturday-Sunday: 8:30am-5pm.

New Vision offers inpatient medical stabilization for adults who are experiencing acute withdrawal symptoms from alcohol or other drugs.

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Christian Counseling Judith Reichenbach, Ed. S. Licensed Professional Counselor 770-597-9882 Loving Christian counseling families/individuals. Conflict, grief, blended families, adolescent behavior, L. D., depression, body image, P.T.S.D, loneliness, marriage revitalization, illness, emptynest, fear, guilt, shame, anger, career coaching, high school/college planning, or just need someone to talk to. Available evenings/weekends. In-home services available East Cobb area only.

CHIROPRACTOR Berner Family Chiropractic 3225 Shallowford Road, Suite 700 Marietta 30062 Monday/Wednesday/Thursday: 8-11am, 3-6pm Tuesdays: 3-6pm www.bernerchiro.com • 770.726.9968 Empowering people to live healthier lives without the use of drugs or surgery by using state of the art chiropractic care. At Berner family chiropractic, we are one of a handful of offices in the country using our technology, a live video recorded x-ray of your spine in motion. This gives you the fastest results possible, saving you both time and money. Call us today to see if we can help!

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Offering the highest quality imaging with addition of 16-Slice CT, MRI and expanded Women’s Services WellStar Kennestone Imaging Center in East Cobb believes in life well-lived and offers East Cobbers a quality choice for medical imaging services within the community.

Conveniently located at 1070 Woodlawn Drive, WellStar Kennestone Imaging Center in East Cobb invites the community to visit their state of the art facilss Steven Brantley, M.D. ity for most medical diagnostic Quantum Radiology imaging needs. The facility is accredited by the American College of Radiology assuring that highly trained technologists and physicians meet stringent quality standards. The friendly WellStar staff highly emphasizes professionalism, compassionate care and patient satisfaction and is dedicated to uncompromising standards of excellence.

WellStar Kennestone Imaging Center in East Cobb is proud to offer state of the art Digital Mammography to provide the most advanced electronic breast images, which are interpreted by Radiologists who are sub-specialized in mammography using the aid of precision, high-resolution monitors. Dr. Steven Brantley explains, “Digital technology assists in improving diagnosis and makes the interpretation of results and historical comparisons quicker and more accurate.” Breast MRIs will now also be offered at the East Cobb Imaging Center in adjunct to routine digital mammography screening for high-risk patients.

Diagnostic imaging services provided at WellStar Kennestone Imaging Center in East Cobb include:

• CT Scan Heart Screening (Calcium Score) • MRI • Diagnostic Radiology Services • High definition ultrasound imaging • Diagnostic and Screening Digital Mammography • Breast MRI • DEXA Bone Densitometry

WellStar is committed to providing the best technology to the community with a High-Field Short-Bore MRI 1.5 Tesla which has expanded our women’s imaging services to include Breast MRI. This MRI System offers higher quality exams while providing patient comfort with its open ended design. In addition, our 16-slice CT Scanner offers improved diagnostic accuracy with shorter scan times. WellStar Kennestone Imaging Center in East Cobb is now also performing Heart Screenings for $99 or $149/couple.

Most insurance plans are accepted, and the helpful WellStar staff is happy to answer insurance related questions. Office hours are Monday-Friday from 8:00am to 4:30pm. Extended hours Thursday until 6:30p.m. and Saturday 8:00am-12:00pm for Mammography and MRI (non-contrast). Call 678-581-5900 to schedule your imaging appointment with WellStar Kennestone Imaging Center in East Cobb.

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Fitness CenterS CrossFit East Cobb 4696 Lower Roswell Rd. Suite 600 • Marietta 30068 770.977.8575 • www.crossfiteastcobb.com Jason Sobczak CrossFit East Cobb is a strength and conditioning gym in East Cobb which also specializes in endurance training. They offer small group Fitness classes for all levels at various times throughout the day. Kids programs are also available.

East Cobb Jazzercise Cathy Mobley 736 Johnson Ferry Road • Marietta 30068 (in the Fountains of Olde Towne) 770-971-4970 • www.eastcobbjazz.com • www.jazzercise.com Jazzercise is a 60-minute class incorporating cardio, strength, and stretch moves for a total body workout for all ages and fitness levels.

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WellStar Kennestone Imaging Center in East Cobb offers state of the art imaging services which include Digital Mammography (Screening and Diagnostic), CT Scan, Heart Screening, MRI, Ultrasound, DEXA Bone Densitometry, and X-Ray.

Piedmont Physicians at Marietta welcome Meena Kakarala, M.D. Dr. Kakarala earned her bachelor’s degree cum laude from Washington University in Saint Louis, double majoring in biology and anthropology. She earned her medical degree from the University of South Florida where she graduated in the top third of her class.

Dr. Kakarala completed her residency at Rush Presbyterian Hospital in Chicago, Illinois, and Maricopa Medical Center in Phoenix, Arizona.

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Mitzi Rubin, M.D. is now in East Cobb WellStar Medical Group welcomes Mitzi Rubin, M.D., to our East Cobb office, conveniently located on Roswell Road. Dr. Rubin specializes in preventative medicine, diabetes management and weight management, as well as: • Acute Illness/Injuries

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Competitive Soccer Right in Your Own Backyard

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By Mel Adams

quickly realize this isn’t your average chiropractic office. Berner Family

In last month’s issue, the Cobb Adult Soccer League (CASL) was featured as the place to play to soccer if you were over the age of 30. Unfortunately, the story failed to mention that the CASL offers the younger set an opportunity to play competitively.

In fact, out of the over 1000 players competing in the league, 782 are between the ages of 18-30.

The CASL has ten (10) Division 1 competitive teams - 8 men’s and 2 women’s; seventeen (17) Division 2 competitive 14 men’s and 3 women’s; twenty (20) open Division 3 teams - 16 men’s & 2 women’s; and (8) open and highly competitive Hispanic teams. “CASL divisions are different levels of skill and competition. . . They go up in a pyramid shape with the largest pool in Division 3 and the smallest (top) in Division 1,” says Karon Beyer, Business Manager of the Cobb Adult Soccer League.

After the sixteen week season, the CASL offers a special summer league division for (U19) high school teams that want to stay together before heading off to college. A bridge between youth and adult, college coaches love it as it helps the players stay in shape during the summer.

Chiropractic is the only office in the state of Georgia using their unique technology and system of adjusting the spine. Specifically, they use a live, ss Dr. Nathan Berner

video recorded, motion x-ray of your spine to determine exactly what’s

moving and what’s not. In addition, the office utilizes an entirely digital paperless record keeping system, advanced thermography, and flat panel digital DR x-ray, resulting in the fastest results in the shortest amount of time. Dr Berner states, “It’s my belief that chiropractors should not only be able to find and correct the problem, but also be able to prove to their patients that the problem was corrected and that’s exactly what we do in this office.” He continues “It’s amazing how many people in the community are tired of being told drugs and surgeries are the answer to their prob-

Players in the Competitive divisions have backgrounds as current or past college players, high school & college coaches, youth league coaches & trainers. So whether you’re a selfprofessed “old guy” or a highly competitive “young guy/gal,” the CASL is the league for you. Why leave the county when you can stay competing and participating right here at home.

lems. They simply cover up the symptoms but they don’t

In addition to the competitive divisions, the CASL offers a beginners program for adults where they actually teach players the game. This program is the only one of its kind in the state, and only here in Cobb County. Cobb Adult Soccer League plays games all over the county, at trhe following county parks: Fair Oaks Park , Mud Creek Park, Noonday Day Park, O.C. Hubert soccer Complex, Tramore Soccer Complex, and Terrell Mill Park.

correcting spinal subluxations.”

For more information about the CASL, please visit their website at www.cobbsoccer.coM.

com. You can also stop in the office located at 3225

really address the true cause of the problem. In this office, we provide our patients with a natural way of getting their health back on track through a wellness approach, combined with a highly scientific and reproducible system of If you’re looking for something different than the traditional medical approach, chiropractic care could be a great option for you. If you’d like to learn more about the highly specialized chiropractic approach used at Berner Family Chiropractic please visit their website at www.bernerchiro.

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Red Cross Calls for Blood Donors Blood is needed for transfusions in emergency and trauma situations. From the emergency room to the operating room to post op, hospitals use blood every single day. Patients with broken bones, injured in car accidents, even cancer patients are in need of blood transfusions. The American Red Cross says that’s why it’s so important to give blood. Donors of all blood types are welcome, but there is an urgent need for type O negative, B negative and A negative blood donors. Eligible blood donors must be at least 17 years of age, weigh at least 110 pounds and be in general good health. Donors with type O (positive and negative), B negative and A negative blood should consider an automated red cell donation, a process in which only red cells are donated.For more information or to schedule an appointment to donate, call 1-800-GIVE-LIFE (448-3543) or visit www.givelife.org. Or you can get a chance to save a life by going to any one of these blood drives being held around the East Cobb area during the month of May: May 7, 9am-2pm Roswell Church of Latter Day Saints 500 Norcross Street, Roswell 30075

May 22, 8am-1pm Roswell Presbyterian Church 755 Mimosa Boulevard, Roswell 30075

May 27, 10am-3pm WellStar Administration Building 805 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta 30060

May 8, 8am-1pm First Presbyterian Church 189 Church Street NE, Marietta 30060

May 23, 2-7pm Roswell Masonic Lodge 1056 Alpharetta Street, Roswell 30075

June 1, 2-7pm St. Andrew United Methodist Church 3455 Canton Road, Marietta 30066

May 13, 9am-7pm WellStar Kennestone Hospital 677 Church Street, Marietta 30060

May 24, 10am-3pm Cobb Civic Center 548 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta 30060

May 15, 8am-1pm Roswell United Methodist Church 814 Mimosa Boulevard, Roswell 30075

May 26, 2-7pm Bruster’s Famous Ice Cream 3735 Trickum Road, Marietta 30066

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South Carolina’s Woodlands Inn Offers Five-Star Luxury Close to Charleston

by Elizabeth Wentz

Nestled in the heart of the South Carolina Lowcountry in the charming town of Summerville, is the magnificent Woodland’s Inn. Just under five hours from East Cobb and a half hour away from Historic Charleston, the Woodland’s Inn is an upscale, romantic alternative to a typical weekend away.

The interior of the Inn is the definition of quiet luxury.

From the understated antique reproduction furniture to the sumptuously appointed bathrooms, the experience is obviously in the details here. And few, if any, details have been overlooked. The staff strives to fulfill every wish of every guest and they pride themselves on going above and beyond, all in the name of Southern hospitality.

“When you come here, it’s like staying in your relatives’ home,” said Wayne Malagon, director of operations.

A sophisticated relative with impeccable taste, to be exact. That sentiment is the perfect way to describe my recent stay at the Woodland’s Inn. From the moment we arrived at the Inn we were treated like dear friends - the staff was friendly and attentive without intruding on our relaxing respite. They knew us by name and were quick to round up the car or a forgotten toothbrush. Anything we needed was presented immediately without hassle.

Otherwise we were left to enjoy the grounds, read on the front porch rockers and bask in the quiet of the Lowcountry.

Woodlands Inn is just 25 miles from Charleston, making it easy to drive in and spend a few hours browsing antique shops and enjoying the antebellum atmosphere

while indulging in the quiet luxury of an off the beaten path getaway.

Small-town South Carolina may seem an unlikely place for an upscale inn, but it’s that hidden gem quality that makes a visit all the more worthwhile. Of course, the Inn isn’t exactly the world’s best kept secret - the property has received both the Forbes Five Star and AAA Five Diamond awards for lodging and dining. But thanks to the attentive staff and plenty of private space, guests are made to feel like they’re the only ones in the Inn. Built in 1906 by Robert Parsons, the son of a New York railroad baron, the property was originally a private residence. The Woodlands Inn now boasts 18 guest rooms, amenities including clay tennis courts, a recently refurbished pool, a soon-to-be completed spa and a hidden chef’s garden for special events. The Inn is also petfriendly. Add to this a soothing mix of Southern charm and five star luxury and you have the recipe for a romantic getaway for two or a family-friendly weekend in the Lowcountry. The entire 42-acre property is also available for meeting and special event rental, including weddings.

In spite of the lavish surroundings, the real standout at the Woodlands Inn is the Dining Room. The only five star, five diamond restaurant in South Carolina, dinner at the Woodlands Inn Dining Room is so much more than just a meal. Whether you prefer more traditional gourmet fare or the inventive selections of Chef Andrew Chadwick’s ever-evolving tasting menu, this is truly an experience to

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savor. A romantic meal enjoying the seven-course black truffle tasting menu in the intimate setting of the Dining Room was the perfect way to celebrate a child-free evening for my husband and me.

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The menu at the Woodlands Inn is impressive to say the least. Diners can choose from more traditional gourmet fare like foie gras, lobster and veal or indulge in the more unusual seasonal choices offered on the ever-changing chef’s tasting menu featuring creative seasonal dishes. The staff only has one request – that every diner in the party choose either the traditional menu or the tasting menu for the best execution of service. On our visit, my husband and I decided to throw caution to the wind and enjoy the seven course “Prestige Tasting Menu” featuring black truffles ($140/per person) and the seven course wine pairing ($78 per person)- essentially the Chef’s tasting menu with two extra courses.

Our dinner began with a black truffle champagne cocktail, moved on to a dish of ravioli with a liquid black truffle center, then an artichoke and truffle veloute, squab, the best beef tenderloin I’ve ever had the pleasure of tasting, a “truffle truffle” and finally, black truffle ice cream topped with black truffle caramel. Who knew truffles could be prepared in such a variety of ways? Much of the dinner was exquisite and the tenderloin was the star of the show – it was so tender I cut it with a fork and definitely has a place in the food hall of fame.The wine pairings were excellent, bringing out the flavor of each dish and complimenting the meal superbly. We also enjoyed the sommelier’s vivid descriptions of each vintage and were happy to add to our ever-increasing wine knowledge.

Dinner at The Woodlands Dining Room is an experience best savored without young children and the Inn staff is more than happy to arrange in-room babysitting while parents enjoy an evening out. An elegantly casual Sunday Brunch is also a family-friendly option.

We ended the weekend with a leisurely cup of coffee on our private terrace before making the trip back to East Cobb, relaxed, refreshed and ready to play a return trip to the South Carolina Lowcountry.

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East Cobb Senior Center Activities Scheduled for May All Cobb residents age 55+ are invited to participate in activities at various senior centers throughout Cobb. The following is a listing of activities scheduled at the East Cobb Senior Center located at 3332 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta 30066. Call the East Cobb Senior Center at 770-509-4900 for reservations and/or more details.

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Thomas and is based upon a number of post-1860 western characters. Come enjoy some Texas flavor and history of the Old West. Here is an introduction for an 8-part class to follow in the fall. Half Them Lies Is True by Quentin Thomas, aka Texas Red, will be available for purchase. Yippie-yi-yo-ki-yay!

Texas Red - Cowboy History, Poetry and Book Signing Wednesday, May 11 10 – 11am Cost: Free. Registration required.

Texas Red is more than a name. Texas Red is a complete persona that steps out of the past into the present to tell stories and describe the real west in authentic style. His stories are all based upon facts ranging from the account of the last Great Plains Indian battle at Adobe Walls to descriptions of the railhead towns of the west, along with cowboy poetry. Texas Red is brought to life by Quentin 886Johnson JohnsonFerry FerryRd. Road 886 Marietta,GA GA30068 30068 Marietta,

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Ice Cream and a Movie - Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time Monday, May 16 1 – 4pm Cost: $3/Cobb resident; $4/non-Cobb resident.

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Set in the mystical lands of Persia, a rogue prince and a mysterious princess race against dark forces to safeguard an ancient dagger capable of releasing the Sands of Time -- a gift from the gods that can reverse time and allow its possessor to rule the world. This fun adventure film stars Jake Gyllenhaal, Gemma Arterton, Ben Kingsley and Alfred Molina. Excitement, ice cream and popcorn, what a way to spend the afternoon!

History Corner – Israel: Birth of a Nation Wednesday, May 18 10 – 11:30am Cost: Free. Registration required.

Israel declared sovereignty on May 14, 1948. One day later the armies from Lebanon, Transjordan, Egypt and Iraq invaded. With only 600,000 people in the infant nation, Israel not only survived, but in 1949 began armistice negotiations that ensured the existence of the Jewish State. This documentary is overflowing with rare footage, photographs and interviews with those involved in the War of Independence. Come for a celebration of independence 60 years and 4 days after this remarkable feat.

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The Information Fair will showcase a variety of services available for young at heart individuals and/or their caregivers. Stop by to browse more than 40 local resources in areas such as healthcare, hospice, travel and entertainment, improving daily life and more. The following is the schedule of seminars to be presented that day:

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club Calendar AARP Chapter 2830. First Thursday of each month. 1:30pm. East Cobb Senior Center, 3332 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta.

More info: Mary Johnson, 770-926-7881 or doule37uga@comcast.net.

American Association of University Women (AAUW) of Cobb County. Second Tuesday of the month. 7pm. Mansour Center, 995 Roswell Street, Marietta.

Does not meet in July & August. More info: Bonnie Williams, 770-971-6130.

American Needlepoint Guild. Second Tuesday of the month. 6:45pm. Cobb Public Library, Mountain View Branch, 3320 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta. More info: 770-394-0065.

Anne Hathaway Garden Club. Third Wednesday of the month (except July and August). Marietta Educational Garden Center, 505 Kennesaw Avenue NW, Marietta. More info: Charlene Robinson, 770-971-7786.

Atlanta Metropolitan Council Navy League. Second Tuesday of each month. 7pm. Navy Recruiting District HQ, 2400 Lake Park Drive, Suite 410, Smyrna. Membership open to all civilian and retired military with an interest in supporting our men and women of the Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, Merchant Marines and associated youth programs. More info: 678-234-2310 or campbellfc@comcast.net.

Atlanta World War II Roundtable. Third Thursday (Sept-June) of the month.

11:30am. Petite Auberge Restaurant, North Druid Hills Road @ LaVista Road, Atlanta. More info: 770-928-4579 or jkovach2000@yahoo.com.

“Aware & Conscious Birds” Book Club. Mondays. 7-8:30pm.

Bikram Yoga Marietta, 80 Powers Ferry Road, Marietta. More info: awareconsciousbirds@gmail.com or http://consciousness.meetup.com/203.

Big Chicken Chorus. Every Monday evening. 7:00pm. John Knox Presbyterian Church, 505 Powers Ferry Road, Marietta.

Award-winning 50 voice, male, 4-part a cappella harmony chorus. More info: Frank, 770-587-1264, fehrach@aol.com, or www.bigchickenchorus.org.

Bridge Club. Four free lessons; $5 thereafter. Thursdays 7:30pm and Sundays 2pm. Singles are welcome.

1809 Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: 770-973-7717.

Business Breakfast Networking of East Cobb. Professional Referral Networking.

Second Tuesday each month. 8:159:30am. C’est Moi/Café Paris, 1100 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta, GA 30068. More info: Ellen Kelly, 404-713-2830 or Lnkelly@sbcglobal.net.

Business Network International (BNI). Tuesdays. 7:30-9am. BNI is an international networking organization with chapters throughout the Atlanta area.

My Friend’s Place, 1205 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta. More info: Karley Barber, 770-977-2383 or karley@comcast.net.

Dudes ‘n Darlins Square Dance Club.

Dances on second and 4th Friday each month. 8-10:30pm. Mountain View Community Center, 3400 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta. More info: Margaret, 770-751-7210, dudesndarlins@comcast.net, or www.dudesndarlins.com.

Children of The American Revolution (C.A.R.). Now forming a new Society serving the East Cobb, Vinings, Sandy Springs, Buckhead, Roswell and all of Cobb communities. All children ages 1-18 invited.

More info: B. Schilling, 770-643-1010.

East Cobb Bass Club. Visitors, boaters and non-boaters are welcome. First Tuesday of each month. 7pm. Free admission.

Attendees pay for dinner. The Rib Ranch, 2063 Canton Road, Marietta. More info: 770-364-3036 or noeyf1@bellsouth.net.

Cobb County Democratic Committee.

Monthly breakfast 2nd Saturday each month. 9am. Piccadilly Caféteria, 536 Cobb Parkway SE, Marietta. More info: 770-420-7133 or www.eastcobbdems.com.

East Cobb Business Association. Luncheon and featured speaker. Third Tuesday each month. 11:30am-1pm. Hollycrest Hall, 2235 Sewell Mill Road, Marietta. More info: Susan Hampton, 404-218-6216, susan.hampton@lionbank.com, or www.eastcobbba.com.

Cobb County Gem & Mineral Society.

Second Tuesday of the month. 7:30pm.

East Cobb Government Service Center, 4400 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta.

More info: Mary Ingram, 770-427-1108, or Leo or Edna Morris, 770-445-9274.

Cobb County Genealogical Society.

Fourth Tuesday of the month. 7pm. Cobb County Central Library, 266 Roswell Street, Marietta.

Cobb County Republican Women. Fourth Friday of the month. 11:30am. Hilton Atlanta/Marietta Conference Center, 500 Powder Springs Street. More info: 770-785-2522 or www.ccrwc.org.

Cobb Marietta Retired Educators Association. Last Wednesday of the month.

11:30am. Reservations required. Windy Hill Senior Center, 1885 Smyrna-Roswell Road, Smyrna. More info/Reservations: Beth St. Jean, 770-998-8737 or beth@ammoniasafety.com.

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Cobb Photographic Society.

Photographers of all skill and ability levels are welcome. First and 3rd Monday of each month. 7-9pm. Marietta Enrichment Center, American Business Center, Bldg. 700, Suite 702, 1395 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta. More info: www.cobbphotosociety.com or info@cobbphotosociety.com.

Transforming East Cobb by developing business leaders through Networking and Education with an emphasis on Community.

The ECBA meets monthly at The Hollycrest Hall, 2235 Sewell Mill Road, at 11:30am for lunch, networking and a great speaker.

Cobb Regional Republican Women. Third Thursday, every other month. 6:30pm.

InfoMart, 1582 Terrell Mill Road, Marietta. More info: Sandra Thompson, 770-578-6646.

Invite a guest to join you.

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Colored Pencil Society of America.

Atlanta District Chapter 107. First Monday of the month. 7pm. North DeKalb Cultural Center, 5339 ChambleeDunwoody Road, Room 2 (second floor in the back), Dunwoody. More info: Nancy Guerine, 678-354-3590.

Dad 2 Dad. A stay-at-home dads group.

Every Tuesday and Thursday. 10:30am.

Various locations. More info: Richard Collins, 770-579-5445.

Danc’n Singles. A square dance club.

First and 3rd Saturday of the month.

8-10:30am. FOP Lodge, 2350 Austell Road, Marietta. More info: 770-943-6979.

Dog Hikers of Georgia. Every Sunday.

10am. Various Locations. Non-dog owners welcome. More info: Dr. Dan Batchelor, 770-992-2362.

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East Cobb Civic Association. Last Wednesday of the month. 7pm. East Cobb Government Service Center, 4400 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: Jill Flamm, 770-552-8206 or www.eastcobb.net.

East Cobb Civitans. Second and 4th Thursday of the month. 12-1pm. Parc at Piedmont, 999 Hood Road, Marietta.

More Info: Mary Karras, 770-514-3069 or marykarras@banknorthgeorgia.com.

East Cobb Community Friends for Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. Third Tuesday of the month. 7:30pm. Meetings are in members’ homes and vary each month. We work to benefit CHOA with fund raisers and service projects. More info: Suzanne Strickland, 770-992-2882, or Diane Ellwanger, 770-579-9510.

East Cobb Democratic Alliance. Third Thursday of the month. 6pm - Social.

7pm – Program. Rib Ranch, 2063 Canton Road, Marietta. More info: Tom Barksdale, 770-715-1218 or tbarksdl@aol.com.

East Cobb Kiwanis Club. Every Wednesday evening. 7pm. Paradise South of the Border, 3605 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta. More info: Johnny Johnson, 770-977-2026 or edwardjohnsjewelers@yahoo.com.

East Cobb Lions Club. Second and 4th Tuesday of the month. 7pm. East Side Baptist Church, 2450 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: Don Garrow, 770-955-6914.

East Cobb New Horizons Band. Monday mornings. Did you play a band instrument in high school and/or college? Would you like to play again? We accept all skill levels.

First Baptist Church of Marietta, 148 Church Street, Marietta. More info: George 770-971-3430 or geog16@yahoo.com.

East Cobb Open Networking. Professional Referral Networking. Every Friday. 7:309am. Capozzi’s NY Deli, 4285 Roswell Road (next to Michaels), Marietta. Free.

More info: Tim Langley, 770-289-9711 or drtim02@yahoo.com.

East Cobb PowerCore Team. A business referral network. Every Thursday.

7-8:30am. IHOP, 3130 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta. More info: Amy Caplan, 404-572-1278.

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club Calendar East Cobb Rotary Club. Every Wednesday. 7am. Indian Hills Country Club, 4001 Clubland Drive, Marietta. More info: 770-789-0623 or dschwall625@hotmail.com.

Marietta Rotary Club. Every Wednesday.

12noon. Marietta Conference Center, 500 Powder Springs Street, Marietta. More info: Adele Grubbs, 770-424-8212 or www.mariettarotary.org.

East Cobb VIPs. A community group for seniors. Fourth Monday of the month (except in May). 6pm. East Cobb United Methodist Church, 2325 Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: 770-971-3643 or office@eastcobbumc.org.

Mint Julep Consignment Boutique. First Thursday and 3rd Wednesday of the month. 7-9pm. East Cob Government Center, 4400 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: 770-953-2882 or www.visionsanew.org

East Cobb Woodcarvers Club. Every Thursday. 9-11am. East Cobb Senior Center, 3332 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta. More info: 770-645-0817.

MOMS Club of Marietta North. First Wednesday of the month. 10am.

Mountain View Library, 3320 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta. More info: Marion Hegedes, 678-494-8887.

Georgia Perennial Plant Association.

Third Tuesday of the month. 7:30pm.

Atlanta History Center, McElreath Hall, 130 West Paces Ferry Road NW, Atlanta.

More info: www.georgiaperennial.org.

Georgia Vietnam Veterans Alliance.

Third Thursday of the month. Social hour: 6pm. Meeting: 7pm. American Legion Post, 921 Gresham Road, Marietta. More info: Bill Kalish, 770-298-9966.

Golden “K” Kiwanis Club. Every Thursday. 10am. East Cobb Senior Center, 3332 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta. More info: Bill Vermeer, 770-971-6579.

Happy Tails Pet Therapy. Orientation for prospective members 1st Thursday or Saturday of the month. 10:30-11:30am.

Mt. Bethel Christian Academy, 4385 Lower Roswell Road, Building F, Room F001, Marietta. Check dates: 770-740-8211 or www.happytailspets.org.

International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP)-Cobb County Chapter. Fourth Monday of the month. 6:15pm. Meeting & dinner. Windy Hill - Marriott Hotel, Marietta. More info: Oleta Herron, 770-661-2876.

Jewish War Veterans, Bicentennial Post 976. Third Sunday of the month. 11am.

Marriott Hotel, Perimeter Center. More info: Fran Jacobson, 770-436-7456.

Job Seekers Cobb County Chapter.

Business professionals volunteer to help the unemployed. Speakers, networking, job leads, workshops. 7-9am, Tuesdays, followed by networking 9-10am. Varsity, 2790 Town Center Drive, Kennesaw.

Free. More info: 770-420-9808, ext. 470.

Libertarian Party of Cobb County. First Thursday of the month. 7:30pm. Council Chamber at Marietta City Hall, 205 Lawrence Street, Marietta. More info: cobblp.org.

Marietta Kiwanis Club. Every Thursday.

12noon. Marietta Conference Center, 500 Powder Springs Street, Marietta. More info: Bill Sidner, 770-579-4094.

Marietta Lions Club. Second Thursday of the month. 7pm. Marietta Conference Center, 500 Powder Springs Road, Marietta. More info: 770-565-8230.

Marietta PFLAG. Fourth Sunday each month. 1-3pm. Newcomers are welcome.

Pilgrimage United Church of Christ, 3755 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta. More info: mariettapflag@gmail.com.

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Order Sons of Italy in America Marietta Lodge #2607. General membership meeting 2nd Monday each month. Pot Luck Dinner (except June, July, August-dessert and fruit). 7-9pm. East Cobb Government Service Center, 4400 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: 770-928-9314 or degrillmouse@comcast.net.

Polk Street Speakers Toastmasters. First and 3rd Tuesday of the month. 7:309:00pm. St. James Episcopal Church, 161 Church Street, Marietta. More info: www.polkstreetspeakers.org.

Parents Without Partners. Meeting times vary. More info: Angela Dixon, 404-422-0768 or pwpchapter698.org.

SACS (Singles and Couples Social Events). Weekly dancing for singles and couples.

No membership fees, just friends making new friends. More info: Nancy Kuhn, Angel-GA@comcast.net

Peach State Depression Glass Collectors Club. Second Tuesday of the month. 7pm.

East Marietta Library, 2051 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: 770-368-9790.

Shakespeare Reading Group. First and 3rd Thursday of the month. 2-4 pm. 32 N. Fairground Street, Marietta. More info: Lynne Johnson, 770-591-3474.

Moms in Touch. East Side Elementary.

Every Monday. 10am. Meeting location available on request. More info: Movita Stallworth, 770-321-1783 or mo633@bellsouth.net.

Moms in Touch. Individual school groups meeting on various days & times. Praying and encouraging our Cobb County teachers, staff and students. More info: Margie Crawford, mcraw10@bellsouth.net or www.momsintouch.org.

Mothers and More, East Cobb Chapter #270. Second Tuesday each month.

7:30-9:30pm. St. Catherine’s Episcopal Church, 571 Holt Road, Marietta. Check website as schedule may vary: www.mmeastcobb.homestead.com.

National Active and Retired Federal Employees (NARFE). First Wednesday of the month. 11:30am. Windy Hill Senior Center, 1885 Roswell Street, Smyrna.

More info: 770-973-2834.

Newcomers Club of Cobb County. Third Tuesday each month. 10am. Various social activities throughout the month for those new to Cobb County or just looking for new friends and activities.

John Knox Presbyterian Church, 505 Powers Ferry Road, Marietta.

More info: 770-234-5068 or newcomersofcobbcounty@yahoo.com.

North Atlanta Business Association.

Every Thursday. 11:45am-1:30pm.

Piccadilly Cafe, Cobb Parkway. More info: Vic Anapolle, 770-971-3402.

North Metro Mothers of Multiples Club.

Third Monday of the month. 7:15pm.

Harp Irish Pub, 1425 Market Blvd., Roswell. More info: 678-404-0034 or www.NOWAMOM.org.

Northeast Cobb Business Association.

Luncheon meeting 3rd Wednesday of each month. 11:30am-1pm. $15. Piedmont Church, 570 Piedmont Road, Marietta.

More info: www.cantonroadba.org.

Northwest Atlanta Mothers of Multiples (formerly Cobb Parents of Multiples), a parent’s club for families with or expecting twins, triplets, quads, etc.

Second Monday of each month (except December). 7pm. North Metro Church, 2305 Barrett Parkway, Marietta. More info: 678-404-0034 or www.nowamom.org.

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Lee’s Handy Mom Child Care Services.

What a relief….Professional child care you can trust. 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Our staff provides each child with memorable child care experiences that will help him or her grow into a healthy, successful young adult. We partner with parents to provide a safe and nurturing environment for their children. 678-977-6457. www.leeshandymomservices.com.

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Monthly classes. Morning and evening sections.

Free CPR/First Aid to our graduates. Affordable rates. Payment plans available. 770-432-7227. avettnursing.com. avettquality@yahoo.com.

FURNITURE REPAIR Danny Linton: Onsite, on time, furniture care, refinishing, repairs, touch up. 770-8825132.

GROUND COVER FOR SALE Vinca Minor in large quantities for fast coverage. $3/flat. Bishop Lake Road. 770-9922086.

HELP WANTED Embroidery Operator. Veeshee.com, an e-commerce company based in Marietta specializing in monogrammed bags and accessories seeks embroidery machine operators and order fulfillment associates. Embroidery experience a plus but not required. To apply, email your resume to jobs@veeshee.com.

Editorial/Publishing Internship available at a growing community paper this summer, May August. 10-15 hours a week. Duties include writing stories, research, promotional pieces, phone work, some photography. Journalism/ Communications majors preferred. Must be able to work independently. Skills preferred include a proven ability to write clearly, typing, some photography and familiarity with computer/e-mail. Intern will learn feature writing, production, promotions, and how to perform on deadline. Internship is available to college students, recent grads, graduate students and those looking to change careers.

To apply, please send a writing sample and letter of interest by email to cynthia@eastcobber.com.

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Also, pet care in your home when needed.

Great references, non-smoker. Call Hope at 770-726-7794 or 404-803-6933/cell.

SPANISH LESSONS Spanish Summer Camps! Also afternoon and evening Spanish classes and tutoring for teenagers and adults. Certified and experienced teachers. 404-246-2140. www.decoloresspanishbookstore.com.

TUTORING Tutoring in math, reading, and English.

Summer math camps. 404-934-5850.

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PIANO LESSONS Piano lessons in your home. I come to you.

Exciting and fun teacher with years of experience throughout Cobb County. Annual recitals, references available upon request. Call Kris at 404-434-6681. www.krisokun.com.

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support groups A.A./Al-Anon/Al-Anon Beginners/Alateen. Every Monday. 8pm. Covenant Presbyterian Church, 2281 Canton Road, Marietta. More info: 770-9735347 or jpm105@comcast.net.

Al-Anon. For family and friends of alcoholics and other substance abusers. Thursdays. 7:30-8:30pm. Johnson Ferry Baptist Church, Room 345, 955 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta.

More info: 770-587-0483.

Alzheimer’s & Caregivers Support Group. Second Thursday of the month.

7pm. Sunrise Assisted Living, 1551 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta. More info: Christa McLain, 770-509-2914.

Alzheimer’s Association Georgia Chapter Family Support Group. First Monday of the month. 10:30am.

Mt. Bethel Community Center, 4608 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: Dawn Reed, 678-777-7241 or dawn@alohatoaging.org.

Autism Spectrum Support Group of Cobb County. Supporting parents with information and resources as well as social connections. Third Thursday of each month during school year. 9:30-11:30am. Mt. Bethel United Methodist Church, 4385 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta.

More info: www.asgcobb.com Babywearing Group. Koalamommas, North Atlanta’s resource for help, support, and information about baby carriers of all kinds. Meets monthly.

Meeting dates/time vary. More info: Jennifer Worrell, 770-516-4192 or jenniferworrell@bellsouth.net.

Bereavement Support. First and 3rd Wednesday of the month. 5pm.

Counseling Room in Parish Office, St. Ann’s Catholic Church, 4905 Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: 770-5526400, ext. 6020.

Cancer Support Group. Second and 4th Monday of the month. 7-8:30pm.

Johnson Ferry Baptist Church, Room 301, 955 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta. More info: 770-794-2978.

Cancer Support Group for patients, families and friends who are learning to live with a diagnosis of cancer.

Second Wednesday of the month. 7 pm. LaSalette Hall, St. Ann’s Catholic Church, 4905 Roswell Road, Marietta.

More info: 770-552-6400, ext. 6104.

Compassionate Friends for grieving parents, grandparents, and siblings.

First Tuesday of the month. 7 pm.

First Baptist Church, 148 Church Street, Marietta. More info: Kathy Kelcourse, 770-579-3512 or 404539-4287. Email: kathzkel@yahoo. com or tcfmarietta.kathy@hotmail. com; www.tcfmarietta.org.

Depression/Bipolar Support Group.

First and 3rd Thursday of the month.

7-8:30pm. Johnson Ferry Baptist Church, Room 306, 955 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta. More info: 770794-2978.

Depression Support Group. For those who suffer from depression and the people who love them. First and 3rd Thursday of the month. 7-8:30pm.

Johnson Ferry Baptist Church, 955 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta. More info: 770-794-2978.

Divorce Care. 13-week session, August and January. Wednesdays.

6:30-8pm. Johnson Ferry Baptist Church, Room 311, 955 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta. More info: Kitty, 770-794-2978.

Divorce Care for Kids. 13-week session, August and January. Wednesdays. 6:30-8pm. Johnson Ferry Baptist Church, Room 328, 955 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta. More info: Kitty, 770-794-2978.

Diabetes Support Group offered by WellStar Health System. Second Tuesday of the month. 6:30–8pm.

McLaren Mill Office Park, 531 Roselane Street, Suite 100, Marietta.

No registration required. More info: 770-793-7818.

Domestic Violence Support Groups.

Sessions in English and Spanish.

Wednesdays. 6:45-8:15pm. Childcare available for children 6 weeks to 12 years. Children over 12 may attend and learn childcare skills. More info: 770-427-3390.

East Cobb Satellite of CHADD (Children & Adults w/Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) Parent Support Group. First Tuesday or Thursday of the month. 7-9pm. East Cobb Government Services Center, 4400 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: Movita, 770-321-1783, east-cobb@ chadd.net, or www.chadd.net/300.

Codependents Anonymous. Mondays & Thursdays. 7:30-8:45pm. Unity North Church, 4225 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta. More info: 770-578-6368.

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Emotions Anonymous, a fellowship of people who come together to work toward recovery from emotional difficulties and discover a new way of life. Tuesdays and Fridays, 7pm.

Roswell United Methodist Church, 614 Mimosa Boulevard, Building C, Roswell. More info: 404-735-9739.

Families of Children Under Stress (FOCUS). FOCUS is there to help – to listen and cry, to inform and educate, and to offer programs for the families and the child with special needs. Usually meets the last Thursday of the month during school year. 10am. Chick-Fil-A, 1201 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta. More info/to confirm meeting date: Angie, 770-234-9111, angie@focus-ga.org, or www.focus-ga.org.

Family Caregiver & Alzheimer’s Support Group. First Monday of each month at 10:30am. Open to individuals who are assisting an aging loved one both inside and outside of the home. Call in advance for free care for your loved one during meeting.

Mt. Bethel Community Center, 4608 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: Aloha to Aging, 678-439-1177.

Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Group. Second and 4th Tuesday. 7:15pm. Special guest speaker.

Transfiguration Church, Room 102, 1815 Blackwell Road, Marietta. More info: Jeannie, 770-919-9275.

Grief Share.13-week session, August and January. Mondays. 7-9pm. Johnson Ferry Baptist Church, Room 306, 955 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta.

More info: Kitty, 770-794-2978.

Grief Support Group. For those dealing with the grief of losing an aging loved one. First Monday of each month. 2:30pm. Mt. Bethel Community Center, 4608 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: Aloha to Aging, 678-439-1177.

Loneliness Bereavement Support Group. Every Tuesday. 12 noon.

Pilgrimage United Church of Christ, 3755 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta.

More info: 770-423-5959.

Marietta Moms. For all kinds of moms - new to the area, looking for new friends, or just needing support.

Daily events for babies, toddlers and older kids. More info: 770-956-0318 or 678-357-3661 or www.mariettamoms.com Mothers Circle Group. Are you a mother raising Jewish children but you are not Jewish? Free education and support through a 16-week course.

Groups are held in Marietta, Intown and North Fulton. More info: Suzette Cohen, suzette@themotherscircle.org or www.themotherscircle.org.

Mothers of PreSchoolers(MOPS).

Wednesdays. 6:15-7:15pm. A place where moms can come to build friendships and receive mothering support, practical help and spiritual hope. Childcare provided. Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, 1770 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta. More info: 770-9711465 or mtzionmops@gmail.com.

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Networking Group. Open to everyone.

Second and 4th Wednesday of the month.

6:30-7:30pm. First Baptist Church Smyrna, 1275 Church Street SE, Smyrna.

More info: 770-435-3231 or Peggy, 770955-3896 or caylorp@gmail.com.

Overeaters Anonymous. A support group for those who suffer from the need to compulsively overeat. Monday-WednesdayFriday. 10am. St. Ann’s Catholic Church, 4905 Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: Betsy: 404-226-4931.

Parents of Prodigals. For parents of struggling teens and young adults.

Second and 4th Thursday. 7-8:30pm.

Johnson Ferry Baptist Church, Loft A, 3rd Floor, 955 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta. More info: Fair Brocard, 770-612-1197 or www.prodigalchildministries.org.

Parkinson’s Disease Support Group.

For persons with Parkinson’s disease and their caregivers. Second Sunday each month. 4pm. Roswell United Methodist Church, 814 Mimosa Boulevard, Bldg. A, Roswell. More info: Robin Cleveland, 678-819-3915.

Sexual Assault Support Group. Mondays. 7pm. YWCA of Northwest Georgia, 48 Henderson Street, Marietta.

More info: 770-427-2902.

St. Andrew UMC Sisters of Support (SOS) Breast Cancer Support Group.

Ongoing support and comfort for breast cancer survivors and patients undergoing treatment. Programs, speakers, art therapy and fellowship. Childcare upon request. First and 3rd Thursday of each month. 7pm. St. Andrew United Methodist Church, Building B Community Room, 3455 Canton Road, Marietta.

More info: Sandy Klingler, 770-9263488.

Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse Support Groups. First and 3rd Tuesday of the month. 7-8pm. Johnson Ferry Baptist Church, Room 334, 955 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta. More info: Tom Scales, 678-578-4888 or www. voicetoday.org.

Treasures in Heaven. For women who have lost children through miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy stillbirth, or neonatal death. Fourth Monday of the month.

7-8:30pm. Johnson Ferry Baptist Church, 955 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta. More info: 770-794-2978.

Visions Anew Women’s Divorce Support Group. First Thursday and 3rd Wednesday of the month. 7-9 pm. East Cobb Government Center, 4400 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: 770-953-2882.

Widowed Helping Others. Gatherings for social, practical support and new friendships during this time of adjustment. First and 3rd Wednesday of the month. 6pm. La Salette Hall, St. Ann’s Catholic Church, 4905 Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: 70-552-6400, ext. 6019, or 770-977-8438.

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