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PUBLISHER’S NOTE April is full of shower bursts and dazzling sunlight. The earth seems greener. Flowers are blooming from the sapphire blue phlox to the gold forsythia. Spring has sprung and summer is just around the corner. Ahhh, summer . . . school will be out and how will your children pass the lazy, hazy days of summer? This April issue features our 15th Annual Day Camp Guide (see pages 1431). We have put together a list of day camps offered right here in East Cobb County and/or a short drive away. While day camp can help your children learn a better backhand in tennis, acquire a stronger stroke in swimming, or get in touch with nature, the true payoff of camp will be apparent when your child becomes a bit more self-reliant, self-sufficient and self-confident. Spring is also a great time to get in touch with nature. In fact, April is Earth Month, and Earth Day is April 22. So this edition includes an article on the traveling Vanishing Tree exhibit (see page 6) and on page 57, Murdock Elementary students sent in their tips on how we can be better stewards of the earth. Out of the mouths of babes… I’d like to dedicate this issue to my grandmother, Mary Hoyes (19121992), I could not help thinking about her as I was putting the information on day camps and the “green” articles together. As a camp director from 1970 to 1980, “Sunny” (her camp name) loved the outdoors and inspired the Girl Scout campers in her care to experience a sense of community and value nature. As a camp professional and as my grandmother, she taught me some valuable life lessons with her “sunny” disposition and her appreciation of what was real, genuine, and nonartificial in people as well as in the world. So, here’s to you, Grandma – who demonstrated how to age “actively” (she was 58 when she became a camp director!) and taught me to connect with nature and good people. To my readers, I hope the information in this edition helps you connect with nature and good people, too! Happy Spring!

ON THE COVER As president of the Eastern Cobb County Council (ECCC) of PTAs, Anne Davidson leads 35 PTAs to find ways to improve the academic lives of East Cobb children. As Anne explains, PTA presidents from East Cobb schools come together to learn how to be better leaders and share ideas. The best part about being president has been “working with some extremely talented people -- who selflessly commit their time, energy and skill to help enrich the learning environment for every student so that they have the tools they need to develop their individual potential for excellence. . . . We are incredibly fortunate to have a strong school community in East Cobb.” Anne has lived in Sibley Forest for 7 years with her husband, Matthew Njaa, and their two boys who attend Sope Creek Elementary School. Front cover photograph taken by Michael Drewitz

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VANISHING ACTS: TREES UNDER THREAT

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anishing Acts: Trees Under Threat, is a traveling exhibit that will be displayed at McFarlane Nature Park in East Cobb from February 27 to June 28. The exhibit seeks to increase public awareness of the precarious future of the world’s endangered trees and show how trees enrich our lives. Giant Panda or Wollemi Pine: Which one is more endangered in the wild? The answer may surprise people. There are less than 100 mature Wollemi pins in the wild, compared to 2,500 mature wild giant pandas. McFarlane Nature Park, at 280 Farm Road., is an 11.5 acre passive park owned by The Cobb Land Trust. The exhibit is in keeping with the Park’s intent to move toward becoming a small native tree arboretum. Mitigation trees have been made available through Keep Cobb Beautiful and trees have been donated by the Georgia Native Plant Society and others. An Eagle Scout project identified and tagged over 100 Piedmont-native trees throughout the Park and a listing of the trees at the Trust’s website (www.cobblandtrust. org) makes it possible for scouts and others to have a scavenger hunt for them at the Park. The Trust has made lesson plans available to nearby schools to extend the reach of the trees education. The plans were developed by The Morton Arboretum in Lisle, Illinois.

During the 16-week exhibit, other activities are planned to include: • Walk N Talks with county arborist David Griffin on April 25 and May 31 starting at 10am • tree plantings with volunteers • plein air artist days at the Park • the native plant sale of the Georgia Native Plant Society April 18. Scheduled activities with times and reservation information will be available at the Trust website. The Vanishing Acts exhibit is on loan from The Morton Arboretum. Morton developed and produced the exhibit in association with the Global Trees Campaign, a partnership between Fauna and Flora International and Botanic Gardens Conservation International. Morton is a worldrenowned leader in tree science and education. The 1,700-acre outdoor museum is outside of Chicago and features 4,117 kinds of trees, shrubs and other plants from around the world. Reservations are required at guzy@mindspring.com. A donation is suggested.

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ECCC PTA PARENT & TEACHER SURVEY RESULTS By Anne Davidson, President, East Cobb County Council of PTAs The East Cobb County Council of PTAs (ECCC PTA) has released the results of ECCC PTA parent and teacher surveys about class sizes (student/teacher ratio), which were conducted at the end of the 2014 school year. The two separate, informal surveys reveal that responding parents and teachers expressed concern about larger class sizes in East Cobb and the corresponding impact on the learning experience. The purpose of the surveys was to understand how parents and teachers felt about class sizes. The survey results are relevant input at this time, when Governor Deal has established an Education Reform Commission to comprehensively review Georgia’s education system and the QBE funding formula, as well as an Education Advisory Committee to provide feedback on education policy issues. Participants in the separate parent and teachers surveys included 290 teachers from 40% of East Cobb public schools and 1,726 East Cobb parents. The surveys were anonymous. The surveys are in no way a comment on the caliber of our Cobb County School teachers and administrators. Cobb County has remarkable, talented, exceptional teachers and administrators who strive every day to provide a high-quality education to our students. Additionally, the ECCC PTA is composed of parents and volunteers, who are not professional statisticians or scientists and who did their best to make the survey questions fair and unbiased. The surveys were an informal, nonscientific means of gathering input from parents and teachers about a subject of importance to them -- class sizes. Some background: In Cobb County today there are more students per teacher than in 2008. This is a result of the unprecedented economic challenges that the Cobb County School District (School District) has confronted in the past six years. As a result of these challenges, the School District was forced to cut 1300 instructional, professional and support positions between 2008 and 2013 -- even as student enrollment increased. Fortunately, this trend has turned around, and the School District was able to add 300 teachers for the 2014-15 school year. See: School District 2014-15 FY Official Budget, pages 42, 46. Overall, the survey results reveal that responding parents and teachers are concerned that larger class sizes negatively influence the learning environment. According to 82% of responding parents, larger class sizes were an issue at their school. At the same time, 87% of teachers responding said that they have seen an increase of classroom sizes since they began teaching in Cobb County, and 76% of teachers responding said that the current class sizes make it more difficult to cover material effectively. Teachers and parents cited large class sizes as reasons for diminished oneon-one time with students and less opportunity to either assist students who are in need of extra help or to challenge students who are ready to advance academically. 8 April 2015

Parents also reported that larger class sizes result in student distraction from course work, and both parents and teachers reported additional behavior issues. Of the parents responding, 96% said that they were concerned that larger class sizes will have a negative impact on their child’s education in the long term. To view the survey results, see the Legislation & Advocacy page of our website: ECCCpta.org. As parents, we realize that the School District team and the Cobb County Board of Education consider providing a high-quality education as the highest priority, and that our state elected officials share this objective. We all want our students to succeed. We also recognize that this issue cannot be solved overnight. The reduction of 1300 positions occurred over 6 years. We share the survey results as a “snapshot” of parent and teacher feedback on larger class sizes and to provide input on a condition of education delivery in East Cobb that has a meaningful impact on students and teachers. There are likewise other education issues which our elected officials are trying to resolve – such as increasing teacher salaries, so that Cobb County can retain and recruit the best teachers for our students. Teacher retention and recruitment are unquestionably important to Cobb students and parents. We want the best teachers, and we want them treated well. Other matters that would support our teachers and promote academic achievement include teacher professional development, teacher training on education curriculum and putting effective data tools in place to measure and target how best to improve student academic performance. These are just a few of the education issues under consideration. It is our sincerest hope that parents, teachers, administrators, community members, elected officials and business leaders will work together to assess education challenges in Cobb County and in Georgia – and that we can together identify the best solutions. A high-quality education is critical for our children, so that they may compete successfully in an exponentially competitive international economy, and so that our communities, businesses and State will thrive. In closing, we are deeply grateful to the parents and teachers who filled out the surveys. We appreciate your valuable time and input.

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Anne Davidson is the 2014-15 president of the East Cobb County Council of PTAs (ECCC PTA). She lives in East Cobb with her husband, Matt Njaa, and her two sons, who attend Sope Creek Elementary School. Anne is a volunteer for the ECCC PTA, the Sope Creek Elementary School PTA and in her community. www.eastcobber.com

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uthor and East Cobb resident Margaret McBride has written her new novel, "That Melvin Bray,” to inspire people to forgive, to heal, and to embrace a life filled with spiritual meaning and personal abundance. McBride creates the backbone of the story for love and healing from a mixture of personal insights and the experiences of those she loves. Add in a heap of psychological ingenuity and a dash of lighthearted adventure and you’ve got a full-blown spiritual thriller. When there is anger in the heart, will anger or love prevail? Childhood disappointments, like invisible phantoms, often lead to a lifetime of personal denial overshadowed by grief and regret - we often lie the loudest when we lie to ourselves.

Margaret McBride journey of healing for so many will leave a lasting impression with you, as it not only provides divine inspiration to accept life’s disappointments but also recognition of the compelling power of forgiveness. After all, if the heart truly forgives, there is nothing to forget.”

“That Melvin Bray” follows two young women who must confront and reconcile the burdens of their personal regrets in life while trying to solve the mystery of a missing child. Along the way, a higher power guides them toward the personal healing they seek.

“That Melvin Bray” By: Margaret McBride SC-ISBN: 978-1-4582-1212-2 Retail price: $18.99 Available at Abbott Press bookstore, abbottpress.com, barnesandnoble.com and amazon.com.

“Much like my own characters, I struggled to find the path to personal healing,” McBride said. “With some guidance from above, I found mine and hope my novel helps others do the same. I am hoping this story will stir your soul, as this novel attempts to demonstrate that the written word is far from silent. My prayer is that this

“Author Margaret McBride treads some familiar ground with her Christian inspirational That Melvin Bray. There is a lot going on in

this book; a lot that the Christian fiction reader will find of value here. Regular readers of Christian fiction will find a like-minded soul here, telling a story of faith and one’s ability to help rise us up from less than ideal beginnings. In a world where the dysfunctional family seems to be the new normal , this is a timely message and one that could be of significant service to many people.

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ATLANTA COUNTRY CLUB RECEIVES NATIONAL HONORS Cobb County’s Atlanta Country Club (ACC) has been recognized as one of the top 125 Country Clubs of 2014 by the prestigious Platinum Clubs of America, the preeminent industry publication for leaders in the Private Clubs profession. ACC is ranked 64th out of the award winning 125 Country Clubs, which are defined as full service clubs with “Country Club” in the official name offering a wide variety of amenities in addition to golf and includes residential communities.

ss Atlanta Country Club staff: Mark Esoda, Golf Course Superintendent; Hugo C. Welch, CCM, General Manager; Scott Schroeder, Head Golf Pro; Christian Chemin, Executive Chef; not photographed Cary Collins, Director of Tennis.

A nationwide vote of private club managers, presidents and owners turned out in record numbers for the final 2014 results. The new selection criteria for this program was based on: • Universal recognition

• Excellence in amenities and facilities • Quality of membership • Governance and prudent fiscal management • Adapting to changing times • Overall experience.

Noteworthy, the Congressional Country Club of Bethesda, Maryland, ranked #1, and other Georgia Country Clubs that made the national list are Cherokee Town and Country Club, Capital City Club and Piedmont Driving Club, all in Atlanta. Additionally, the February issue of Golf Digest Magazine just released its much anticipated “America’s Greatest Golf Courses” listing, and ACC made the cut ranking 158 out of the 200 selected courses. Hugo Welch, ACC General Manager, commented, “Although we are most concerned about the scrutiny and satisfaction of our members, it is very gratifying to receive professional accolades from such credible and reputable sources. The continual enhancements we are making at ACC from our pristine golf grounds to an expanded fitness center, from our robust and growing tennis program to our exceptional dining services, we hope to rise even higher on these famous ‘best of’ lists.” 10 April 2015

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SONG OF ATLANTA CHORUS PRESENTS ITS ANNUAL SHOW

ong of Atlanta Show Chorus will present its annual show on April 25 entitled, “CAUGHT IN THE ACT” featuring “MAXX Factor Quartet,” the 2011 International quartet champions are one of eight groups who competed on the first season of the NBC/Sony a cappella reality show “The Sing Off.” The Song of Atlanta Chorus is a women's barbershop chorus that brings together a diverse group of women from the metro Atlanta area. It brings love, joy, harmony and unity to the lives of its members. Song of Atlanta is a non-profit organization with over 70 members who are united in sharing the love of music and are devoted to the art of four-part barbershop harmony singing. In addition to local performances, they compete with and support some 700 chapters throughout the Sweet Adeline world. Song of Atlanta (SOA) is Greater Atlanta’s only chapter of Sweet Adelines International (www.sweetadelineintl. org). As a non-profit organization, SOA devotes significant effort and time to community outreach and education. Each year, as part of Sweet Adelines’ “Young Women in Harmony” program, SOA sponsors its annual “Diva Day,” an all-day intensive barbershop singing workshop for high

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school girls. Reinforcing its commitment to music education and barbershop singing, SOA has established a scholarship program that will enable SOA to provide assistance with membership and costuming fees to qualified female high school and college-age students. You can find SOA performing at community and sporting events, private venues, corporate functions, and annual shows and competitions all over the region. Hire SOA for a show custom-tailored to your audience. From classic barbershop songs to show tunes, pop, fast-paced rock songs, and sentimental ballads, SOA performs selections with truly universal appeal. Caught in the Act begins at 4pm at Roswell High School, 11595 King Road in Roswell. Tickets are: VIP $35, General Admission $25, Seniors and Students $20. Children under the age of 10 are admitted free. For more information about show tickets, auditions, sponsorships, bookings, and various programs, visit the SOA website at www.songofatlanta.com or call 770-696-6502. And don’t forget to “like” SOA on its Facebook fan page at www.facebook.com/songofatlanta.

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WHEELER HS BASKETBALL TEAM WINS STATE

ss Pictured above is Wheeler High School’s Varsity Boys Basketball Team: Makhai Eastmond, Devon Jenkins, Isaiah Swan, Terry Smith, Bilal Abdur-Rahim, Hakeem Anchrum, Jaylen Brown, Asst. Coach Patrick Hamilton, Head Coach Doug Lipscomb, Asst. Coach Mario Mays, Asst. Coach Llyod May, Yanni Starr, Shembari Phillips, Cameron Jordan, Darius Perry, Samual Jackson, Kenneth Aninye and Kahlial Hawkins.

The 2015 Georgia High School Association (GHSA) Basketball State Championships were held last month in the Macon Coliseum. On Saturday, March 7, Wheeler captured the class AAAAAA championship with a 59-58 win over Pebblebrook High School (another Cobb County school). Because Wheeler’s basketball team was ranked as one of the eight top high school basketball teams in the nation, they were invited to play in the Dick’s Sporting Goods National Invitational, April 2-4. However, the GHSA’s bylaws forbid sports teams from playing in national-championship events or any games after the Georgia season is complete. Thanks to Wheeler parents’ and fans’ grass roots efforts , GHSA granted a special waiver of a by-law preventing teams from playing in a national tournament. So, the Wheeler Wildcats were able to participate in this prestigious national tournament at Madison Square Garden in New York City. Go Wildcats!

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EAST COBBER Day Camp Guide Summer day camps are fun and education all rolled into one. EAST COBBER has collected information on the wide range of wonderful day camps to fit all ages and interests, including sports camps, adventure camps, Christian camps, art camps, science camps, dance camps and more. Many day camps listed throughout these pages are held right here in East Cobb and some are just a short drive away. Please note, as extensive as this day camp chart is, it is still just a sampling of all the day camps available. We recommend you visit the websites noted on each listing for even more offerings. June 1-5

June 8-12

June 15-19

June 22-26

June 29 -July 3

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The Art Place - Mountain View ART CAMPS 3330 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta 30066 770-509-2700 • www.theartplace.us

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Bulloch Hall* CAMP ROUGH RIDERS 180 Bulloch Avenue, Roswell 30075 770-992-1731 • www.bullochhall.org

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Camp Invention* Sedalia Park Elementary School 2230 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta 30068 1-800-968-4332 • www.campinvention.org

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Art & Music Camp - SMart Club! SMart Club! Teams Up With Creative Ignition Music! Addison Elementary School 3055 Ebenezer Road, Marietta 30066 404-313-2999 • www.sm-art-club.com

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Art & Music Camp - SMart Club! - Junior Counselor Program Addison Elementary School 3055 Ebenezer Road, Marietta 30066 404-313-2999 • www.sm-art-club.com

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Atlanta Swim Academy Camp H2O 732 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta 30068 770-973-3120 • www.atlantaswimacademy.com

Chabad of Cobb* CAMP GAN ISRAEL CAMPS 4450 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta 30068 770-565-4412 • www.cgicobb.org

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June 8-12

June 15-19

June 22-26

June 29 -July 3

July 6-10

July 13-17

July 20-24

July 27-31

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Camp Name Chattahoochee Nature Center* CAMP KINGFISHER 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell 30075 770-992-2055 • www.chattnaturecenter.org Cheer Revolution REV UP 2015 CAMPS & CLINICS 2060 Lower Roswell Road, Suite 260, Marietta 30068 404-804-1238 • www.cheerrevolutionallstars.com Circus Camp @ various locations 404-370-0004 • www.circuscamp.org CHIAcademics ACADEMIC & COMPUTER WORKSHOPS 3750 Palladian Village Drive, Bldg. 200, Ste. 220, Marietta 30066 404-388-7220 • www.chiacademics.org Club Scientific @ various locations 678-493-5651 • www.clubscientificatlanta.com

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EAST COBBER Day Camp Guide May 26-29

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June 15-19

June 22-26

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July 20-24

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Curtain Call Players MINI MUSICAL THEATRE CAMP 2800 Canton Highway, Ste. 600, Marietta 30066 404-692-2297 • www.ccyp.org

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Call for rates

12:301:30pm

Draisen Edwards/MusiktoGrow MUSIC BY THE SEASHORE 4880 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta 30068 770-579-2554 • www.musiktogrow.com

4-6

Call for rates

9:30am12pm

The Earl Smith Strand Theatre PERFORMULA 117 North Park Square, Marietta 30060 770-293-0080 • www.EarlSmithStrand.org

Rising 4th-9th Grade

$175

9am-12pm 1pm-4pm

Eastside Baptist Church EASTSIDE SCHOOL OF BALLET 2450 LOWER Roswell Road, Marietta 30068 770-973-5404 • www.encfamily.org

4-5 6-8

$135-$195

4-5 9am-12pm 6-8 9am-3pm

4 4-5

East Cobb Indoor Sports EC INDOOR SPORTS CAMP 1666 Roswell Road, Bldg.. 300, Marietta 30062 678-403-2632 • www.ecindoorsports.com

8-12

$250

8:30am5:30pm

Faith Lutheran Church CAMP FAITH 2111 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta 30068 404-808-6947 • www.faithmarietta.com

2-14

Call for rates

9am-4pm

6-11 12-15

$100

7am 5pm

Call for pricing

K-12th Grade

Georgia Musical Arts Center/GMAC Education FINE ARTS CAMP 4180 Providence Road, Suite 325, Marietta 30062 678-719-2689 • www.georgiamusicalartscenter.com

Camp Name

Times

Varies

$200-$550

Varies

6-15

$300

9:30AM3:30PM

Georgia Musical Arts Center/GMAC Education MUSIC CAMP 4180 Providence Road, Suite 325, Marietta 30062 678-719-2689 • www.georgiamusicalartscenter.com

6-15

$300

9:30am3:30pm

Georgia Musical Arts Center/GMAC Education ROBOTICS CAMP 4180 Providence Road, Suite 325, Marietta 30062 678-719-2689 • www.georgiamusicalartscenter.com

6-8

$275-$350

9:15am4pm

Fullers Park FULLERS KIDS SUMMER CAMP 3499 Robinson Road, Marietta 30068 770-509-2737 • prca.cobbcountyga.gov/fullersrecreationcenter.htm The Georgia Ballet SUMMER DANCE CAMPS 1225 Field Parkway, Marietta 30060 770-528-0881 • www.georgiaballet.org Georgia Ensemble Theatre Summer Conservatory SUMMER THEATRE CAMPS 950 Forrest Street, Roswell 30075 770-641-1260 • www.get.org

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Baseball/Softball Camp 6 weeks of camp June 1- July 16 Hitting, Fielding and Fun! Sign up today at www.TitansNation.net

1235 Kennestone Cir., Ste. A Marietta, GA 30066 (404) 441-1400

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Camp Fee

Harrison Tennis Center Summer 2013 Jr. Camps 2653 Shallowford Road NE, Marietta 30066 770-591-3151 • www.prca.cobbcountyga.gov

4-5 6-8 9-17

$40 $75 $150

High Touch High Tech SCIENCE CAMP @various locations 770-667-9443 • www.sciencemadefunatl.net

Rising 1st-7th Grade

$250$260

Hyde Farm HYDE AND SEEK NATURE WEEK 721 Hyde Road, Marietta 30068 770-509-2700 • www.theartplace.us

Rising 3rd-5th Grade

$75

June 1-5

June 8-12

June 15-19

June 22-26

Varies

9am-3pm

Times

May 26-29

June 29 -July 3

July 6-10

July 13-17

July 20-24

July 27-31

9am1pm

Joe Corley Karate BE AWESOME JOE CORLEY KARATE CAMP 3154 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta 30062 678-236-8100 • www.atlextremewarrior.com

6-13

$170$249

9am-4pm

Johnson Ferry Baptist Church 955 Johnson Ferry Rd, Marietta 30068 678-784-5317 • www.johnsonferry.org/SportsFitness/camps

4-16

See website

Kell High School NIKE BOYS BASKETBALL CAMP 4770 Lee Waters Road, Marietta 30066 1-800-645-3225 • www.elitehoopsbasketball.com

9-15

$275

9am-3pm

Kennesaw State University-Continuing Ed SUMMER UNIVERSITY 2015 3333 Busbee Drive NW, Kennesaw 30144 770-423-6765 • www.kennesaw.edu/coned

Rising 1st 12th Grade

See website

Lassiter High School SUMMER YOUTH SOCCER CAMP 2601 Shallowford Road, Marietta 30066 217-714-4308 • Samuel.dietrich@cobbk12.org

Rising 1st-9th Grade

$100

9am-12pm

Lassiter High School YOUTH FOOTBALLCAMP 2601 Shallowford Road, Marietta 30066 678-494-7863 • www..lassiterfootball.net

K-5th Grade

See website

9am-12pm

4 WinShape

4 Cheer

Basketball

4 British Soccer

4 Flag Football

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June 8-12

June 1-5

June 15-19

Age Group

Camp Fee

Times

Life University LIFE UNIVERSITY BOYS RUGBY CAMP 1269 Barclay Circle, Marietta 30060 770-426-2616 • www.liferunningeagles.com

Rising 8th-12th Grade

$500

8am-4pm

Life University LIFE UNIVERSITY GIRLS RUGBY CAMP 1269 Barclay Circle, Marietta 30060 770-426-2616 • www.liferunningeagles.com

Rising 8th-12th Grade

$450

8am-4pm

Life University LIFE UNIVERSITY WRESTLING TEAM CAMP 1269 Barclay Circle, Marietta 30060 570-688-3508 • www.liferunningeagles.com

Rising 9th-12th Grade

$300/ Team or $75/ individual

9am-4pm

Marietta Cobb Art Museum* SUMMER ART CAMPS 30 Atlanta Street, Marietta 30060 770-528-1444 • www.mariettacobbartmuseum.org

5-7 8-12

$136-$260

9am-3pm

Marietta Community School SUMMER ENRICHMENT CAMPS 2015 Marietta Sixth Grade Academy, 340 Aviation Road, Marietta 30064 770-429-3170 x.3305 www.mariettacommunityschool.com/camp

4-14

$35-$140

6:30am7pm

Midtown Athletic Club Windy Hill CAMP MIDTOWN 135 Interstate N Pakway, Atlanta 30339 770-953-1100 • www.midtown.com

3-14

$50-$350

9am-12pm 9am-4pm

MJCCA SUMMER DAY CAMP 5342 Tilly Mill Road, Dunwoody 30338 678-812-4132 • www.atlantajcc.org

4-16

$360-$485

9am-4pm*

MJCCA THE SUNSHINE SCHOOL-CAMP BILLIE MARCUS Temple Kol Emeth, 1415 Old Canton Road, Marietta 30062 678-812-4132 • www.atlantajcc.org

1-4

Call for rates

Flexible

Moohan Martial Arts SUMMER CAMP 3605 Sandy Plains Road, Suite #140, Marietta 30066 678-996-7777 • www.mymoohan.org

4-14

$170/half day $230/full day

10am-3pm 8am-6pm

Mount Paran North MOUNTAIN TOP SPORT CAMP 1700 Allgood Road, Marietta 30062 678-432-2363 • www.mpnsports.com

6-12

$110 + $50 Activity fee

Mt. Bethel UMC* BASEBALL CAMP 4385 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta 30068 770-971-5280 • www.mtbethel.org

Rising K-5th Grade

$115$140

Camp Name

June 22-26

June 29 -July 3

July 6-10

July 13-17

July 20-24

July 27-31

4 July 7-10 4 June 2-4 4

8am-6pm

1:30pm5pm

4 *Check website for more camps.

Science Camp By High Touch-High Tech

Hands on experiments conducted by Since 1994

degreed professionals

Rockets, chemical reactions, robotics, space, circuits, gemstones, physics, Stop Motion Clay Cartoons & STEAM camps Lawrenceville • Marietta • Vinings Roswell • Cumming • Dunwoody

770-667-9443 www.sciencemadefunatl.org

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Camp Fee

Mt. Bethel UMC* PRESCHOOL SUMMER CAMPS 4385 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta 30068 770-971-5280 • www.mtbethel.org

2-6

$90-$130

10am1:30pm

Mt. Bethel UMC* SOCCER CAMP 4385 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta 30068 770-971-5280 • www.mtbethel.org

5-12

$115$140

9am12:30pm

North Atlanta Soccer Association (NASA)* SUMMER CAMPS @ various locations 770-955-8700 • www.nasa-ga.org

8-14

$150-$175

9am-12pm or 9am3pm

$335 nonmember

9am-2pm

Camp Name

Olde Towne Athletic Club GINEPRI SUMMER TENNIS CAMP 4950 Olde Towne Parkway, Marietta 30068 770-578-9901 • www.oldetowneathleticclub.com

5-18

Times

May 26-29

June 1-5

June 8-12

June 15-19

June 22-26

June 29 -July 3

July 6-10

July 13-17

July 20-24

July 27-31

Our Pal’s Place CAMP O. P. P. 4508 Canton Road, Marietta 30066 678-361-7623 • www.ourpalsplace.org

Rising 4th-9th Grade

$225-$235

9am-4pm

Page One Studios ELEMENTARY ENTERTAINERS 4750 Alabama Road, Suite 104, Roswell 30075 678-735-5881 • www.pageonestudios.org

1st-6th Grade

$200

9am-3pm

Page One Studios PAGE TO STAGE CAMP 4750 Alabama Road, Suite 104, Roswell 30075 678-735-5881 • www.pageonestudios.org

4th-10th Grade

$200

9am-3pm

Pope High School FENCING CAMP 3001 Hembree Road, Marietta 30062 678-524-6810 • www.popefencing.org

Rising 6th-12th Grade

$200

9am-3pm

4 July 13-16

Pope High School HIGH SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL CAMP 3001 Hembree Road, Marietta 30062 popehsvball@gmail.com • www.popevolleyball.org

Rising 9th-12th Grade

$125

1-3pm

4 July 13-15

Pope High School MIDDLE SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL 3001 Hembree Road, Marietta 30062 popehsvball@gmail.com • www.popevolleyball.org

Rising 6th-8th Grade

$125

9am-12pm

4 July 13-15

Pope High School SOFTBALL CAMP 3001 Hembree Road, Marietta 30062 Chris.Turco@cobb12.org

5-12

$110

9am-12pm

Primary Prep Academy 1887 West Oak Parkway, Marietta 30062 678-594-8700 • www.primaryprepacademy.com

4-10

Call for rates

6:30am6:30pm

Primrose School of Lassiter CAMP PRIMROSE 2821 Lassiter Road • Marietta 30062 770-641-8535 • www.primroselassiter.com

5-12

$205

6:30am6:30pm

4 June 15-18

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June 1-5

June 8-12

June 15-19

June 22-26

June 29 -July 3

July 6-10

July 13-17

July 20-24

July 27-31

Age Group

Camp Fee

Times

Primrose School of Sprayberry 2531 East Piedmont Road • Marietta 30062 770-578-4832 • www.primrosesprayberry.com

5-12

Call for rates

6:30am6:30pm

Reid’s Shaolin Martial Arts (RSMA) RSMA ACTION STAR CAMP 2727 Canton Road #500, Marietta 30066 770-422-9250• www.rsmasummercamps.com

5-12

$200

9am-2pm

Reid’s Shaolin Martial Arts (RSMA) RSMA GLOW IN THE DARK CAMP 2727 Canton Road #500, Marietta 30066 770-422-9250• www.rsmasummercamps.com

5-12

$200

9am-2pm

Reid’s Shaolin Martial Arts (RSMA) RSMA KUNG FU CAMP 2727 Canton Road #500, Marietta 30066 770-422-9250• www.rsmasummercamps.com

5-12

$200

9am-2pm

Safe America Foundation FULL 30/6 DRIVER EDUCATION FOR TEENS 2480 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta 30066 770-973-7233 • www.safeamericadrivers.org

15-19

$474

9am3:30pm

School of Rock ROCK ‘N ROLL ROOKIE CAMP 2649 East Piedmont Road, Marietta 30062 770-579-0400 • www.eastcobb.schoolofrock.com

4-7

$425

9am-3pm

School of Rock ROCK ‘N ROLL PERFORMANCE CAMP 2649 East Piedmont Road, Marietta 30062 770-579-0400 • www.eastcobb.schoolofrock.com

8-18

$425

9am-3pm

School of Rock ROCK 101 2649 East Piedmont Road, Marietta 30062 770-579-0400 • www.eastcobb.schoolofrock.com

7-12

$425

9AM-3PM

The Spanish Academy SPANISH CAMP! 2663 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta 30062 770-751-3646 www.thespanishacademy.com/summercamp/eastcobb

2-8

$190

9am-1pm

Sprayberry Academy - 2.0 Camp 2100 Post Oak Tritt Road, Marietta 30062 770-977-0877 • www.sprayberrychildrensgroup.com

K-15 years

$220$230

6:30am6:30pm

Sprayberry Academy - PreK Camp 2100 Post Oak Tritt Road, Marietta 30062 770-977-0877 • www.sprayberrychildrensgroup.com

PreK

$220$230

6:30am6:30pm

Stone Summit Climbing Team STONE SUMMIT SUMMER CAMP 2801 George Busbee Parkway, Kennesaw 30144 770-545-6227 • www.ssclimbingteam.com

6-14

$320

9am-5pm

STREM HQ TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING CAMPS Mountain. View Community Center, 3400 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta 30066 508-507-8736 • www.stremhq.com

7-14

$165$250

9am-4pm

Terrell Mill Tennis Center JUNIOR SUMMER TENNIS CAMP 480 Terrell Mill Road, Marietta 30067 770-644-2771 • www.prca.cobbcountyga.gov

4-16

See website

9am-12pm

Camp Name

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Camp Fee

Titans Sports Academy-Baseball/Softball 1235 Kennestone Circle, Suite A, Marietta 30066 404-441-1400 • www.titansnation.net

8-13

$145$225

9am-5pm

Unity North Atlanta Church NORTHSTAR: EVEREST CHALLENGE 4255 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta 30066 678-325-9314 • www.unitynorth.org

3-10

$75

9am12:30pm

Rising 6th-12th Grade

$255

8:30am4pm

Walton High School MATT HARPRING BACK TO BASICS 2015 BASKETBALL CAMP 1590 Bill Murdock Road, Marietta 30062 678-925-4146 • www.mattharpring.com

8-15 Boys & Girls

$265

8:30am3:30pm

Walton High School ROBOTICS CAMP 1590 Bill Murdock Road, Marietta 30062 waltonroboticscamp@gmail.com • waltonrobotics.org

Rising 6th-9th Grade

$200$300

See Website

Walton High School YOUTH FOOTBALL CAMP Fullers Park, 3499 Robinson Road, Marietta 30068 678-315-2610 • www.cobbfootball.com

K-5th Grade

$135

10am-2pm

Wheeler High School CAMP G.A.M.E.S.-SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING CAMP FOR GIRLS 375 Holt Road, Marietta 30068 770-578-3286 • stacy.regitsky@cobbk12.org

Rising 4th-6th Grade Girls

$250

9am-3pm

Camp Name

Upbeat String Camp Dodgen Middle School 1725 Bill Murdock Road, Marietta 30062 770-642-8111 • www.upbeatstringcamp.com

Times

May 26-29

June 1-5

June 8-12

June 15-19

June 22-26

June 29 -July 3

July 6-10

July 13-17

July 20-24

July 27-31

4 July 13-16 4 June 6-9

4 July 13-16

4 June 1-4

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May 26 – July 31, 8am – 6pm weekly for ages 6-12

$110/week (includes field trips) One-time $50.00 non-refundable activity fee

Call 678-285-3248 www.mpnsports.com

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Camp Faith!

Join us for Summer Camp. We are offering a fun and exciting day for our little & big campers, and we are expanding to offer exciting mini camps for our elementary and middle school campers! Camp Days will be 9a.m. to 4p.m. We will offer extended care from 7-9a.m. and 4-6p.m. The Day Camp will run from 6/1/14 thru 7/24/14

Camp ages range from age 2 to graduating 8th graders www.FaithMarietta.com/SummerCamp For more information please contact:

Candice Hayes

770-973-8921 â&#x20AC;˘ candice.hayes@faithlcms.org

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Camp Fee

Times

Wheeler High School SCIENCE SPECTRUM 375 Holt Road, Marietta 30068 770-578-3286 • stacy.regitsky@cobbk12.org

Rising 7th-9th Grade

$300

9am-3pm

Wheeler High School STEM EXPLORERS 375 Holt Road, Marietta 30068 770-578-3286 • stacy.regitsky@cobbk12.org

Rising 4th-6th Grade Boys

$250

9am-3pm

White Tiger Martial Arts SUMMER CAMP 4811 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta 30068 770-578-8000 • www.whitetigerma.com

Pre SchoolElementary

$169

8am-4pm

YMCA McClesky-East Cobb MINI CAMP 1055 East Piedmont Road, Marietta 30062 770-977-5991 • www.ymcapass.com/mcy.shtml

3-5

$75-$125

8:45am12pm

YMCA McClesky-East Cobb EXPLORER & SPORTS CAMP 1055 East Piedmont Road, Marietta 30062 770-977-5991 • www.ymcapass.com/mcy.shtml

5-12

$185$235

YMCA McClesky-East Cobb TEEN CAMP 1055 East Piedmont Road, Marietta 30062 770-977-5991 • www.ymcapass.com/mcy.shtml

13-15

YMCA Northeast SPORTS CAMP 3010 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta 30062 678-569-9622 • www.ymcapass.com/ncy.shtml Young Chefs Academy-Camp Can-I-Cook 230 Hammond Drive NE, Bldg. 350, Ste. 368 Sandy Springs 30328 404-255-9263 www.youngchefsacademy.com/sandysprings

Camp Name

May 26-29

June 1-5

June 8-12

June 15-19

June 22-26

June 29 -July 3

July 6-10

July 13-17

July 20-24

July 27-31

7am-6pm

$250$325

7am-6pm

5-12

$185$235

7am-6pm

4-16

Call for rates

9:30am2pm

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SUMMER CAMPS for high functioning students with Autism, Asperger’s, ADD, ADHD and other learning challenges. • Daily Math & Language Arts • Weekly Learning Profiles for Parents • Fun, Engaging Field Trips • Social & Life Skills

Camps begin June 15th

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For kids ages 4-17 who love to COOK or just love to have FUN! All snacks and meals included Weekly sessions ALL summer for ages 5+ and specialty camps for KinderCooks (ages 4-6) and Sr. Chefs (ages 11+) Kids make 3-4 recipes each day! Themes include Baking and Pastry; Farm to Table (gluten-free recipes); Culinary Competition Week; Mambo Italiano and MORE!!!

Join our icy expedition! Kids will learn how God helps us in any challenge we may face. Non-denominational curriculum Featuring: *Music *Arts & Crafts *Games *Activities *Fun & Friendship (Limited spaces for Age 3 & 4 in our Junior Camp. Ages 5 to 10 are in Senior Camp.)

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May May 26-29 28-

June June 1-5 4-8

June June 8-12 11-15

June June 15-19 18-22

June June 22-26 25-29

June 29 July - July2-6 3

July July 6-10 9-13

July July 13-17 16-20

July July 20-24 23-27

July30 July 27-313 Aug

Age Age Group Group

Camp Weekly FeeFee Camp

Deer Run Overnight Camps 3845 Perkins Road, Thompson's Station, TN 37179 888-794-2918 • www.camps.deerruntreat.org

Preteen

$729/wk $1569/2wks

Sun.4pm to Sun 10:30am

Deer Run Overnight Camps 3845 Perkins Road, Thompson's Station, TN 37179 888-794-2918 • www.camps.deerruntreat.org

Middle & High School

$729/wk $1569/2wks

Sun.4pm to Sun 10:30am

Deer Run Overnight Camps 3845 Perkins Road, Thompson's Station, TN 37179 888-794-2918 • www.camps.deerruntreat.org

Family

$329/Adult $279/Child

Sun.5pm to Wed 2pm

Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta - Camp Misty Mountain 490 Lake Marvin Road NE Armuchee, GA 30105 706-629-1030 • www.gsatl.org

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Sunday 12amSaturday 12am

Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta - Camp Timber Ridge 575 Pebble Brook Road Mableton, GA 30126 770-702-9070 • www.gsatl.org

See Website

Sunday 12amSaturday 12am

Riverside Military Academy SUMMER OPPORTUNITY & ACADEMIC REVIEW (S.O.A.R.) 2001 Riverside Drive, Gainesville, GA 30501 770-538-2938 • www.riversidemilitary.com

12-17

$4,915 for all weeks

See website

Sports Broadcasting Camp Emory University • 201 Dowman Drive, Atlanta 30322 800-319-0884 • www.playbyplaycamps.com

10-18

$585$595

See website

U.S. Space & Rocket Center - Space Camp One Tranquility Base, Huntsville, AL 35805 800-637-7223 • www.spacecamp.com

9-18

See Website

Sun 2pm to Fri 9am

Camp Name Name

June 7-13

July 12-18

July 19-25

June 14-20

June 21-27

July 5-11

May 31June 3

July 26-29

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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. Free mulch is available to Cobb EMC members only. More info: 678-355-3413.

Most Sundays

Kabbalah Café. A weekly journey into the fascinating mystical teachings of Judaism. Discover ancient knowledge that empowers and inspires personal growth and character development. 10am. Chabad of Cobb, 4450 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta. More info/ to register: 770-565-4412 or www.chabadofcobb.com.

Every Tuesday and Saturday

Feeding Time at the Chattahoochee Nature Center. Join a naturalist for an in-depth look at one of their resident animals as they are being fed. 4pm. Admission: $10/adults. $7/seniors.$6/ages 3-12.Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell. More info: 770-992-2055.

Every Saturday

Marietta Square Farmers Market featuring products that are grown and produced in Georgia, including produce, plants, honey, breads, and cheese. 9am-12pm. Historic Marietta Square, 65 Church Street, Marietta. More info: 770-499-9393 or www.mariettasquarefarmersmarket.net.

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Free Arts and Crafts at Lakeshore Learning Store. It’s spring! Make a Cute as a Bunny Basket, Sunny Days Birdhouse, Whirly Twirly Windmill, and Butterfly Pencil Holders. 11am-3pm. Ages 3 and up. Lakeshore Learning Store, 4287 Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: 770-578-3100 or www.lakeshorelearning.com.

Every Saturday and Sunday

Trail Hikes. A docent guides you on a journey through the Chattahoochee Nature Center trails using biofacts and activities to spark your “natural” curiosity. 1pm. Admission: $10/adults; $7/seniors; $6/ages 3-12. Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell. More info: 770-992-2055.

April 3-4 & 10-11

Spring Native Plant Sale at the Chattahoochee Nature Center Greenhouse. Horticulturists and Master Gardeners will be on-site to answer questions. Thursday April: 2, 4-7pm member exclusive sale. April 3, 10am-7pm (Extended Hours!) & April 4, 10-11: 10am-5pm. Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell. More info: 770-992-2055 or www.chattnaturecenter.org.

April 4, 7, 10, 12

The Atlanta Opera presents The Marriage of Figaro directed by Tara Faircloth. The transcendent music of Mozart elevates this story of upstairs-downstairs infidelities and mistaken identities into a message of dignity and forgiveness. April 4: 8pm, April 7: 7:30pm, April 10: 8pm, April 12: 3pm. Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, 2800 Cobb Galleria Parkway, Atlanta. More info: 770-916-2800 orwww.cobbenergycentre.com.

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Ladies on the Links at Legacy Golf Links. Legacy Golf Links hosts a ladies’ weekly golf league every Sunday starting at 2pm. Participation not mandatory every Sunday. Play for only $17. Includes one complimentary beverage and 25% off ladies’ merchandise. Legacy Golf Links, 1825 Windy Hill Road, Smyrna. More info: 770-434-6331, Chelsea Watkins at cwatkins@legacygolfmgmt.com or www.legacygolfatlanta.com.

Cobb County Master Gardeners Lunch and Learn: Ask the Master Gardener panel. Bring your garden related questions and ask the panel! Trees, turf, flowers, vegetables, pests, diseases will all be answered. Free. Bring your lunch. 12-1pm. Cobb County Water Lab, 662 S. Cobb Drive, Marietta. More info: 770-528-4070 or cobbmastergardeners.org.

April 6-April 10

Damn Yankees! The Atlanta Lyric Theatre welcomes the Atlanta Braves to Cobb County with the classic baseball musical Damn Yankees! Winner of eleven Tony Awards, Damn Yankees is sure to be a homerun hit. Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays: 8pm. An additional matinee performance on Saturday, April 25 and Sundays: 2pm. $30-55. The Cobb Civic Center, 548 S. Marietta Parkway, Marietta. More info: www.atlantalyrictheatre.com.

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April 6 & 20

Cooking Classes with Chef John Wilson. Join Chef John Wilson in the kitchen at Historic Barrington Hall for an entertaining evening of gastronomical delight! Chef Wilson will present “Couple’s Grilling” on April 6 and it will include western rubbed and mopped flank steak, grilled corn, green bean and grape salad, baked potato cheese pockets, and grilled chutney fruit kebobs. “It’s Greek to Me” on April 20 includes melitzanosalata (eggplant spread), spinach and feta salad, pastitsio, and baklava. 6:30-9:30pm. $50/person. Price includes complimentary wine and a free mini-tour of Barrington Hall. Reservations are required and space is limited. Please note, these two dates were added as the original Tuesday classes for “Couple’s Grilling” and “It’s Greek to Me” are now sold out. Barrington Hall, 535 Barrington Drive, Roswell. More info: 770-640-3855.

April 7

Virtual Dementia Tour. The Virtual Dementia Tour is an interactive experience that helps explain what it feels like to have Alzheimer’s/Dementia. 30 minute time slots and RSVP is preferred as only 4 people go through the experience at a time. 10am-4pm. Free. Arbor Terrace East Cobb, 886 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta. More info: 770-977-4420 or ACaudell@arborcompany.com.

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April 11

Georgia Street Rod Association Annual Swap Meet and Flea Market. Swap meet and car corral includes all auto and truck parts for sale or trade. 8am-4pm. $5/adults; Free/women and children under 12. Jim Miller Park, 2245 Callaway Road, Marietta. More info: 770-517-6701 or www.gsra.com. Trail Work Day. Volunteers needed to assist the National Park Service by maintaining the 20+ miles of trails in the Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park. 8:30am1pm. Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park, 900 Kennesaw Mountain Dr. Kennesaw. More info: 770-422-3696 or www.kennesawmountaintrailclub.org.

April 11 & 25

Marietta Square Artists Market. Sponsored by The Branding Project, the Artists Market is an open-air fine arts market showcasing the best of local, handmade art and fine craft. From jewelry to sculpture, paintings and more, there is something for everyone. 9am-2pm on Mill Street between Church Street and the railroad tracks. More info: www.ArtistsMarketMarietta.com or Connie@ ArtistsMarketMarietta.com.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR April 12

Antique Car Show. Arbor Terrace East Cobb is hosting an Antique Car Show. There will also be food trucks, inflatable slides, live music, and a chance to win raffle prizes. 12pm-4pm. Free. Arbor Terrace East Cobb, 886 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta. More info: 770-977-4420 or ACaudell@arborcompany.com.

April 13

April 17-19

Atlanta Ballet Presents Modern Choreographic Voices. The Atlanta Ballet presents an electrifying show featuring some of your favorite works from past seasons. Friday: 8pm. Saturday: 2pm& 8pm. Sunday: 2pm. Tickets: starting at $20. Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, 2800 Cobb Galleria Parkway, Atlanta. More info/tickets: 800-745-3000 or www.cobbenergycentre.com, or www.ticketmaster.com.

Golf Tournament. Project 82 Kenya is hosting their inaugural Golf Tournament benefitting their infant rescue ministry in Kenya. Breakfast and registration at 7:30am followed by a shotgun start at 9am. $150 per golfer, $600 per foursome. Following the tournament, there will be awards, a silent and live auction, and raffle. Pinetree Country Club, 3400 McCollum Parkway NW, Kennesaw. More info: gaylehaden@project82kenya.com or www.project82kenya.com.

MarketFest 2015. MarketPlace120 will have over 100 dealers of local art, artisan hand-crafted décor and gifts, along with antique/vintage collectors. Live music, door prizes, market money (MarketPlace 120 currency), artist demonstrations, refreshments, and art with pizzazz! Friday: 10am-9pm. Saturday: 10am-7pm. Sunday: 12pm-5pm. MarketPlace 120, 562 Wylie Road SE, Suite 24, Marietta. More info: 678-540-7511 or marketplace120.com.

April 13 & 27

Cobb Connections. Attendees will give their 30-second elevator speeches and break-out into roundtable discussions, in which they will give referrals and discuss business challenges. This networking event is complimentary for Cobb Chamber members and will meet the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month at the Mansour Center from 3 - 4:30 p.m. General Admission: $25. Registration required. Deadline for both events is by noon of each event day (April 13 and 27). Cobb Chamber of Commerce, 240 Interstate North Parkway, Atlanta. More info: www.cobbchamber.org.

Curtains. Act3 Productions will close its 2014-2015 season by presenting Curtains, a zany comedy set in 1959. It’s a hilarious send-up of a backstage murder mystery when an unpopular and an untalented stage actress is murdered during her opening night curtain call. A local police detective who is also a musical theater fan must solve the case, save the show, and perhaps find love without getting killed himself. Fridays and Saturdays: 8pm, Sunday, May 3: 3pm. Tickets are $15-$28. Group tickets are available. Act3 Productions, 6285-R Roswell Road, Sandy Springs. More info: 770-241-1905 or act3productions.org.

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Protecting Our Children. The Neighborhood Safety Commission Community Awareness Committee invites you to attend this panel discussion which will include Sam Heaton, Director of Public Safety, as well as representatives from SafePath, Wellspring, Division of Family and Children Services, the Cobb County’s District Attorney’s office, and a school counselor. The discussion topics include how to protect your children, how to notify someone is a child is in danger, drugs, alcohol, gangs, and bullying, and human trafficking. 7pm. Cobb County Government, 100 Cherokee Street, Commissioners Hearing Room, 2nd Floor, Marietta. More info: 770-565-2343 or tsteiner@mindspring.com.

April 16

Cobb Chamber Business After Hours. 5:30-7:30pm. General admission: $25 online. Cobb Chamber Members: Free online. JE Dunn Construction, 2555 Cumberland Parkway SE, Atlanta. More info: 770-980-2000 or www.cobbchamber.org.

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April 17-May 9

Good Mews Spring Flea Market. Find great bargains on a variety of items. All proceeds benefit Good Mews Animal Foundation, a local non-profit organization which operates a volunteer-based no-kill shelter for homeless, abused, and abandoned cats. Fridays and Saturdays: 10am-5pm. Sundays: 12-5pm. 6317 Roswell Road, Sandy Springs, Suite 6331 in the former Marshall’s Plaza Shopping Center. More info: 770-499-2287 or www.goodmews.org.

April 18

Carl Holzman, Sally Tharpe and Jere Allen Exhibition Opening Reception. The Marietta/Cobb Museum of Art will be having an opening reception for Carl Holzman and Sally Tharpe’s Mid Century Revival and Jere Allen’s Ebb and Flow. 6-8pm. $8/Adult; $5/Seniors. A cash bar, and hors d'oeuvres will be available. Exhibitions are on display until June 28. Marietta/Cobb Museum of Art, 30 Atlanta St SE, Marietta. More info: 770 528-1444 or www.MariettaCobbArtMuseum.org. Car Wash and Yard Sale benefiting the missions of St. Andrew United Methodist Church. Find household items, furniture, clothes and other treasures at great bargain prices. 8am-3pm. St. Andrew United Methodist Church, 3455 Canton Road, Marietta. More info: 770-926-3488.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR April 18

Georgia Native Plant Society's Annual Spring Plant Sale. Select from thousands of sun and shade loving native plants: trees, shrubs, perennials and ferns for all growing conditions and to help attract wildlife. Knowledgeable sales staff to assist in making selections. Over 600 native azaleas. Cash, checks and credit cards accepted. Bring wagons or carts to carry plants. 10am-2pm. McFarlane Nature Park, 280 Farm Road SE, Marietta/East Cobb. More info: www.GNPS.org. Hunter’s Helping Hands 5K and Fun Day at the Marietta Square. Hunter’s Helping Hands 5K and Fun Day is a funfilled family event held to help eradicate childhood brain cancer. All proceeds benefit the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation. The race starts and finishes at the Marietta Square. 5K: (Peachtree Road Race qualifier) 8am, 1K: 9am, and Tot Trot: 9:20am. Fun day: 10am-3pm includes post-race awards, food trucks, kids’ activities, live music, arts and crafts vendors and an online raffle. 5K, 1K: $30, Tot Trot: Free, Parking: Free at the two Cobb County parking decks (by the Courthouse). More info: www.curethekids.org/huntershelpinghands. WellStar Foundation’s 18th Annual Grand Gala. For 18 years, the WellStar Foundation Grand Gala has raised funds to support research and vital services for some of the communities’ most pressing needs. This year’s “Star Light, Star Bright” Grand Gala will be a dreamy evening and will include a buffet dinner, open bar, silent auction and raffle, and dancing after the program. 6:30pm. Individual gala tickets are $250. Cobb Galleria Centre, Two Galleria Parkway, Atlanta. More info/tickets: 470-956-6673 or www.wellstar.org/gala.

April 18-19

39th Annual Kennesaw/Big Shanty Festival combines the rich heritage of Kennesaw and the Civil War era with funfilled activities with arts and crafts, food and live entertainment. The festival kicks off with a parade on Saturday at 9:30am, starting at Adams Park and continuing down Main Street through downtown Kennesaw. Saturday: 10am-6pm. Sunday: 12-5pm. Downtown Kennesaw near the Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History, 2529 J.O. Stephenson Avenue, Kennesaw. More info: 770-423-1330 or www.kennesaw.com/big-shanty-festival.

April 18-May 9 & April 21-May 21

Drivers Education presented by Marietta/Cobb Driver’s Education. 30 hours of classroom instruction and 6 hours of individual training behind the wheel. This program meets the requirements for Joshua’s Law and qualifies for the Teen Driver’s Education insurance discount. April 18May 9, Saturdays: 8am-4pm. April 21-May 21, Tuesdays/ Thursdays: 6pm-9pm. $385. Dodgen Middle School, 1725 Bill Murdock Road, Marietta or Kell High School, 4770 Lee Waters Road, Marietta. More info: 770-429-3170 or www.mariettacommunityschool.com. www.eastcobber.com

April 19

50 Years: Holocaust Commemoration Marks Major Anniversary. Hundreds of Atlantans will join Holocaust survivors, descendants, and friends to mark the 50th Anniversary of Atlanta’s Holocaust Remembrance at the Memorial to the Six Million. This event features keynote speaker and native son, Ambassador Stuart E. Eizenstat. 11am at Greenwood Cemetery and 2:30pm at the Breman Museum. Free. Greenwood Cemetery, 1173 Cascade Circle, SW, Atlanta. The Breman Museum, 1440 Spring Street, Atlanta. More info: 678-222-3700

April 20

‘Digging For Your Roots’ Genealogy Workshop. Carolyn Crawford from the Cobb County Public Library’s Georgia Room will lead a workshop on digging for your ancestral roots! Ms. Crawford will teach basics on how to do genealogy research, explain the resources available in the Georgia Room and highlight the databases that are available through the Cobb County Public Library System. 3:30pm. Spaces are limited, so call 770-509-2711, or come by the information desk to register in person. East Marietta Library, 2051 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta.

April 21 & 22

3rd Annual Strand Golf Classic. As a fundraiser for the Earl Smith Strand Theatre, a dinner/silent auction will be held at the Earl Smith Strand Theatre Tuesday, April 21 at 6pm. Dinner/silent auction, $25 (included in Sponsorship or Team Registration). Earl Smith Strand Theatre, 117 North Park Square Northeast, Marietta. The tournament follows on April 22 with a 10am registration and an 11am shot gun start. Sponsorship opportunities available. The cost per team without a sponsorship is $750. Cobblestone Golf Course, 4200 Nance Road, Acworth. More info: 770-293-0080 or www.earlsmithstrand.org.

April 23

Adopt-A-Stream Bacteria Monitoring Workshop. Come learn how to monitor E. coli levels in local streams and help identify possible sources of pollution. 6-8:30pm. Cobb County Water System Water Quality Laboratory Training Center, 662 South Cobb Drive, Marietta. More info/Contact: 770-528-1482 water_rsvp@cobbcounty.org or www.watershed.cobbcountyga.gov

April 24 & 25

Antique Gun & Military Collectibles Show & Sales. Friday: 12-5pm. Saturday: 9am-4pm. $7; $1/ages 7-12; $10 for 2 day pass. Cobb Civic Center, 548 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta. More info: 704-282-1339 or Richard@thecarolinatrader.com.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR April 24

Glover Concert Series: Grains of Sand. Tables, tarps and plastic ground coverings are prohibited inside of Glover Park and will be removed. They may be brought and set up in the street on North and East Park Square after 6pm. 8pm (rain or shine) Free. More info: 770-794-5601 or www.mariettaga.gov/concerts.

April 24 & 25

Plant Sale and Garden Fair. The Cobb County Master Gardeners annual Plant Sale and Garden Fair. Come and browse the plants, visit the educational exhibits, and get a head start on spring planting. 10am-4pm each day. Free admission. Jim R Miller Park, 2225 Callaway Road SW, Marietta. More info: 770-528-4070 or cobbmastergardeners.com.

April 25

7th Annual Women’s Brunch featuring “Men for 10!” Thomas J. Browning, Attorney at Law, will be the featured speaker. Celebrity men waiters who will serve a delicious brunch and 10 Women of Hope will highlight the “Wonder of Women” in their mission to support single women. Tickets: $20. Tickets available at the door or 10 Women of Hope, P. O. Box 235, Marietta, GA 30006. 10am-12pm. Zion Baptist Church, 165 Lemon Street, Marietta. More info: www.10womenofhope.org. Cavalleria Rusticana/Pagliacci. The Metropolitan Opera Live in HD: Mascagni’s Cavalleria Rusticana and Leoncavallo’s Pagliacci. Opera’s most enduring tragic double bill returns in an evocative new production from Sir David McVicar, who sets the action across two time periods but in the same Sicilian village. April 25: 12:30 pm. $22/adults. $20/seniors. $18/students. $15/children. Merchants Walk Stadium Cinemas, 1301 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta. More info: 678-560-1111 or www. georgiatheatrecompany.com/gtc-promotions.asp. Earth Day River Canoe Trip. Join Chattahoochee Nature Center canoe guides on this 45th celebration of Earth Day as they tour the backwaters of Bull Sluice Lake. Representatives from the Georgia River Network will also be there to discuss the natural history of the Chattahoochee River and the politics that have influenced it over the last 100 years. $30 General Public, $25 CNC Members, Ages 16-Adult. Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell. For registration/scheduling: 770-992-2055x237 or scheduling@ chattnaturecenter.org.

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April 25

The Garden Faire. Rena Sartain, master gardener, landscape designer, and Pike Nursery representative, will be speaking about new plants on the market as she presents “Wild About Spring”. Also, James Kelley, master rosarian, will present “No Fuss Roses for Landscape Use”. There will be favorite pass-a-long plants grown by the master gardeners, fleatique vintage goods, garden vendors, garden art, craft vendors, garden tools, bake sale, music, and food trucks. 9am-3pm (Rain or shine). Speakers at 10am and 12pm. Free. Historic Bulloch Hall, 180 Bulloch Avenue, Roswell. For more info: 770-992-1731 or www. bullochhall.org. The Holy Trinity Lutheran Church Yard Sale benefitting Lighthouse Family Retreat. Come shop the yard sale while supporting Lighthouse Family Retreat. Lighthouse Family Retreat serves families living through childhood cancer to help them rest, restore relationships, experience joy, and find hope in God. Yard sale: 8am-4pm. Thursday, April 23, and Friday, April 24, donations will be collected from 9am-7pm. No adult clothing, large electronics, or knives, please. Free admission and lunch items will be available for sale. Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 2922 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta. More info: 770-971-4600 or www.holytrinitymarietta.org. Song of Atlanta Show Chorus Annual Show. Song of Atlanta Show Chorus, Greater Atlanta’s only chapter of Sweet Adelines International, presents their annual show – “Caught in the Act” – with featured guest “MAXX Factor,” Sweet Adelines 2011 International quartet champions and one of eight groups who competed on the first season of the NBC/Sony A Cappella reality show “The Sing Off.” 4pm-6pm. $20. Roswell High School, 11595 King Road, Roswell. More info: 770-696-6502 or www.songofatlanta.com.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR April 25

Tails on the Trail 2015. Dog walk and festival to benefit Road Trip Home Animal Rescue. The event will feature K-9 demonstrations, pet contests, dog adoptions, children’s activities, arts and crafts vendors, onsite pet grooming and other pet related goods and services. 10am-1pm. Free. There will also be a one-mile walk to help save homeless pets! Registration/check in at 10am. Walk 11am-11:45am. $30 online registration until April 10, $40 registration day of the event. Swift-Cantrell Park, 3140 Old US Highway 41, Kennesaw. For registration/more information: 678-861PAWS, Cat Barnes at cbarnes.roadtriphome@gmail.com or www.tailsonthetrailroadtriphome.com.

April 25 & 26

Roswell Cycling Festival. The Roswell Cycling Festival 2015 edition will feature off-road bicycle events to compliment the road races, which attract top male, female and junior cyclists from across the United States. Popular activities returning are the Roswell Mayor’s Ride, Kiwanis Club of Historic Roswell Kid’s Bicycle Safety Rodeo and festival expo. There are four ride options which all begin at 7:30am on Sunday. Registration fees are $30 for the 20-mile and 40-mile options, and $35 for the 62-mile option, which all include a post-ride meal. The family 6-mile option is free. This is also the inaugural year for the Craft Beer Tasting. A different craft beer will be featured at each participating Historic Roswell restaurant from 12:30-7pm on Sunday. The cost per person will be $20 and each patron will receive a commemorative 5 ounce acrylic beer stein and a chance to sample 10 craft beers. Historic Downtown Roswell. More info: www.bikeroswell. com or www.roswellcyclingfestival.com.

April 26

Marietta Big Chicken Chorus presents Doo-Wop Meets Barbershop. Everyone is invited to come to this family friendly performance. Special guests for this show include TNS, one of the top 10 barbershop quartets in the world! The Marietta High School Blue Devil Show Chorus will also be performing. Tickets: $20/Adult, $17/Seniors, $10/Students (6-21). Marietta Performing Arts Center, Marietta High School, 1172 Whitlock Ave SW, Marietta. More info: 770-530-2878 or www.BigChickenChorus.org.

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April 26

Taste of Marietta. Enjoy samplings of local restaurants, live entertainment and kids’ activities. 11am-7pm. Free. Historic Marietta Square, 4 Depot Street, Marietta. More info: www.tasteofmarietta.com.

April 27

24th Annual Charity Golf Tournament hosted by East Cobb Lions Club. Proceeds to benefit several local schools and vision and diabetes charities. 8am: Registration, continental breakfast and range balls. 9am: Shotgun start. Four-person team, Ft. Lauderdale format. Lunch and awards follow golf. $125/player. Indian Hills Country Club, 4001 Clubland Drive, Marietta. More info/ to register: 770-955-6914 or www.eclions.org.

April 30

31st Annual Cobb County Prayer Breakfast. A nondenominational event that is open to all the residents of Cobb County. This annual tradition provides an opportunity for local citizens from all walks of the community to assemble together for inspiration and fellowship through prayer. 6:30am-9am. $25/person. Cobb Galleria Centre, John A. Williams Ballroom, 2 Galleria Parkway SE, Atlanta 30339. More info: 770-790-4090 or www.cobbcountyprayerbreakfast.com. Impact Tour. IMPACT: The intersection of innovation, prosperity and social change. The IMPACT Tour is a 180-minute presentation about what it’s like to live a life of purpose, abundance and connection. Dr. Guy Riekeman, President of Life University, shows you how to make an impact in your personal life and in your profession. 7-10pm. General Admission: $100. Seating is limited! Marriott Atlanta Northwest, 200 Interstate North Parkway SE, Atlanta. For more info/to register: www.LIFE.edu/IMPACT. Walton High School Spring Orchestra Concert. The Walton High School Orchestra will be performing with the Dickerson Middle School Orchestra for their Spring Orchestra Concert. 6:30pm. Walton High School Theatre, 1590 Bill Murdock Road, Marietta. More info: 770-578-3225 or www.waltonorchestra.org. White Out Child Sexual Abuse. April is child abuse awareness month. Voice Today, a non-profit organization, has a mission to break the silence and cycle of child sexual abuse through awareness, prevention, and healing programs. On April 30th, Voice Today wants you to take their online Pledge to Protect and further show your support by wearing white on April 30th for the innocence of our children. More info: 678-578-4888 or www.voicetoday.org.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR May 1

Casino Night. A fundraiser for the North Atlanta Soccer Association (NASA), featuring casino games, a silent auction, raffles, food, drinks, and entertainment! All proceeds go to NASA’s field improvements. 21 and older only. $75/ticket. 7-10pm. Atlanta Country Club, 500 Atlanta Country Club Drive Southeast, Marietta. More info: 770-926-4175.

May 1 & 2

Sope Creek Garden Club Plant Sale. Native plants and shrubs from members’ gardens will be for sale. You can also shop decorative garden items, containers and plant stands. Friday: 12-6pm, Saturday: 8am-6pm. Eastside Baptist Church, 2450 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: www.frogsncats.com.

May 2

The Drake Walk. 1mile and 5k Walks through historic Roswell and family friendly festival activities, entertainment, raffle and more. The walk will benefit the Drake House which helps homeless women and their children get back on their feet. 9:30am-12pm. $15/individual; $30/family; $10/each for group of 10 or more. Roswell United Methodist Church, 814 Mimosa Boulevard, Roswell. More info: 770-587-4712 or www.thedrakewalk.org. Free Comic Book Day. Each year, participating comic book shops across North America and around the world give away comic books for absolutely free to anyone who comes into their stores. This year’s list of free comics includes: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Hip Hop Family Tree, The Tick, Street Fighter, Sonic the Hedgehog, Rabbids, and more! Dr. No’s Comics & Games Superstore, 3372 Canton Road, Suite 104, Marietta and Great Escape Comics & Games, 1050 East Piedmont Road, Suite 106, Marietta. More info: 770-422-4642 and 770-973-2253 or www.freecomicbookday.com.

May 4

Cobb Chamber First Monday Breakfast. CEW Woman of Distinction Award. 7:30-9:30am. General admission: $60; Cobb Chamber Member: $25. Online registration closes April 29 at 12pm. Cobb Galleria Centre, 2 Galleria Parkway SE, Atlanta. More info: 770-980-2000 or www.cobbchamber.org.

May 9 & 10

Annual Colors Festival of Arts. The beautiful flowers of spring will combine with beauty created from sparkling glass, an array of paintings, photography, captivating jewelry, whimsical sculptures and a wide array of original arts and crafts the entire family will find enjoyable. In addition, there will be children’s activities and festival foods available. As a convenience for festival attendees, a free shuttle will run from Roswell City Hall to the Town Square throughout the days. 10am-6pm. Roswell Historic Town Square. More info: 770-640-3253 or www.visitroswellga.com.

May 11

Alumni & Friends Golf Tournament. The Walton Football Touchdown Club is holding its annual “Alumni & Friends Golf Tournament” to benefit the Walton Raiders football team. Registration starts at 11am with a shotgun start at noon. The cost for a single player is $125 which includes a sack lunch, buffet dinner, goodie bag and raffle tickets. Corporate sponsorships are $1,200 which includes registration for 4 players, hole sponsor, drink tickets, a mulligan and putting string, as well as all items in the single player package. Indian Hills Country Club, 4001 Clubland Drive, Marietta. More info/to register: www.raidersfb.org. To donate raffle items, please contact Paty Holdmeyer at holdmeyer@comcast.net.

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Let the spring cleaning begin! Good Mews Animal Foundation announced the location for their annual spring flea market - 6317 Roswell Rd in Sandy Springs, Suite 6331-- in the former Marshall’s Plaza Shopping Center. This is their largest fundraiser of the year and they need your help to make it a huge success! So start gathering your donations now and help spread the word! The kitties thank you! Good Mews needs your help collecting items to make the flea market a success. Donated items will be accepted at the storefront on Saturdays from 10am-2pm & Sundays from 12noon-3pm beginning Saturday, March 21st thru Saturday, May 9th. Check the website (www.goodmews. org) for all the latest Spring Flea Market information, including what items are being accepted. All donated items are tax deductible with receipts provided and 100% of the proceeds benefit the cats and kittens of Good Mews. Items must be in good condition and working order. Not being accepted: Tools & Automotive Items, Large Exercise Equipment, Mattresses/Box Springs, Drop Side Cribs, Used Baby Car Seats, Fax Machines, Printers, Large Appliances, Computers, Keyboards, Overhead Light Fixtures, Ceiling Fans, Clothing (Adult/Children), or Holiday/Christmas Items. The annual flea market will be held over five weekends with new merchandise each weekend! Friday, April 17 – Sunday, April 19 Saturday, April 25 – Sunday, April 26 Saturday, May 2 – Sunday, May 3 Saturday, May 9 – Sunday, May 10 Friday, May 15 – Sunday, May 17 Shop 10am – 5pm on Saturdays and the two Friday dates; 12pm – 5pm on Sundays The Spring Flea Market benefits Good Mews Animal Foundation, a local non-profit organization, which operates a volunteer-based, no-kill shelter for homeless, abused, and abandoned cats. The shelter provides a cage-free environment for its feline residents, offering them comfort and security while assertive adoption programs find them happy, loving homes. Good Mews has a strong commitment to the practice of spaying and neutering as the most important step in reducing the pet overpopulation problem. Good Mews also promotes public awareness regarding the value of pets, animal welfare, and quality human-animal companionship through educational and outreach programs.

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Father of the Year 2015 All EAST COBBER readers are encouraged to nominate a father who either lives or works in East Cobb County to be this year’s EAST COBBER Father Of The Year. In 200 words or less explain why this man should receive this honor. The Father ss Steph Of The Year will en Dave nport, Fathe r of the appear on the front Year 20 14 cover of the June/July edition of the EAST COBBER, participate in our annual Parade, and be eligible to received gifts fron our local merchants. Mail your essay along with photo to: EAST COBBER, P.O. Box 680455, Marietta, GA 30068

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>Dessert Bakery An East Cobb “Landmark” for over 33 years offering the best cookies and cookie cakes made from scratch, and baked fresh daily. Custom wedding and specialty cakes as well as cupcakes are available by special order, using only the finest and freshest ingredients. You will LOVE Ali’s Cookies! 1256 Johnson Ferry Road, Suite 34 Marietta 30068 Mon-Thur: 10am-6pm; Fri: 10am5pm; Sun: 10am-2pm 770-971-8566 www.shipacookie.com .......................................................

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>American Freshly prepared, preservative free home-cooked goodness. Dine-in, take-out, catering and curbside service. Open for lunch and dinner. Daily specials and seasonal menu changes along with 38 varieties of wine. 1111 Johnson Ferry Road Marietta 30068 770-612-2533 www.bakeithappen.com

>American The friendliest neighborhood dive bar in East Cobb with great bar food, great customers & great staff! 4961 Lower Roswell Road Marietta 30068 Mon-Sat: 11:30 -2am 770-321-0108 www.bradleysbarandgrill.com .......................................................

Brixx Wood Fired Pizza

>Pizza We specialize in gourmet 10” thin crust, six slice pizzas. 24 craft beers on tap, 14 wines by the glass, full bar. Outside patio seating and take-out. We offer gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan options. Family friendly atmosphere 4475 Roswell Road, Ste. 1700 Marietta 30062 Mon-Sun: 11am-10pm 678-903-4410 www.brixxpizza.com

>Vegetarian 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. 1453 Roswell Road Marietta 30062 Mon-Sat: 11am-7pm, Sun: 12-5pm 770-977-9583 www.lifegrocery.com .......................................................

Chicken Salad Chick

>Casual Gourmet Deli Chicken Salad Chick is a fast casual gourmet deli serving 15 flavors of chicken salad, homemade side salads, assorted deli sandwiches and gourmet soups. A Simple Concept. A Superb Experience! 4101 Roswell Road, Suite 811 Marietta 30062 Mon-Sat: 10am-6pm 770-565-3985 www.chickensaladchick.com .......................................................

Cookies By Design

>Cookies Cookies by Design created the world’s first cookie arrangement more than 20 years ago and continues to provide customers with gift-giving arrangements of individually hand-decorated cookies for every occasion. 3101 Roswell Road Marietta 30062 Mon-Fri: 9am-6pm Sat: 10am-3pm 770-578-0200 www.cookiesbydesign.com/ locations/Georgia/ Marietta/30062 .......................................................

Edible Arrangements

>Fruit Delicious, high quality, artistically designed fresh fruit arrangements that are practical and healthy gifts and centerpieces for everyday occasions and events. • Parkaire Landing Shopping Center 4880 Lower Roswell Road Suite 820 Marietta 30068 • Target Shopping Center 1125 Woodstock Road, Suite 300 Roswell 30075 Mon-Fri: 8am-7pm, Sat: 8am-5pm Sun: 8am-1pm 770-579-7081 www.ediblearrangements.com 42 April 2015

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>Prepared Foods and Bake Shop Don’t hit the drive-thru! Stop in and grab one of many entrees, a loaf of bread, some slow cooked green beans, and desert. Heat up for a delicious healthy dinner on the table in a few minutes! Let the Fat Lady Cook Tonight! 2995 Johnson Ferry Road Marietta 30062 Tues-Fri: 10am-6:30pm Sat: 10am-1pm (if not sold out) 770-587-3005 www.fatladybaker.com ......................................................

Frankie’s New York Style Italian Ristorante and Pizza

>Italian Authentic New York Style Italian food and hand tossed pizzas. Offers catering for your events. Delivery after 5pm. Half price wine on Mondays. “Employee Discounts” to all Police, Fire and EMS. 3100 Roswell Road Marietta 30062 Mon-Sat: 11am-10pm; Sun: 12-9pm 770-578-6608 www.frankiesonroswell.com ......................................................

Fuji Hana Steak, Sushi, Thai

>Japanese & Thai $1 Sushi every Monday night dine-in only. Hibachi Early Bird Special from $10 every day before 6pm. Voted Best Asian Restaurant in East Cobb. 1255 Johnson Ferry Road, Suite 1 Marietta 30068 Mon-Sun: 11:30am-10pm 678-560-8071 www.fujihanaeastcobb.com .......................................................

Hoof & Ale

>Gastropub A great addition to East Cobb’s hunger for new and inviting food with a casual, relaxed dining atmosphere! It’s a place where CRAFT FOOD MEETS CRAFT BEER. 2100 Roswell Road, Suite 2198 Marietta 30062 Tues-Fri: Lunch: 11:30am-2:30pm Dinner: 5-9:30om Sat: 3-9:30pm 678-224-8844 www.eatathoof.com

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>Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch J. Christopher’s is a neighborhood daytime breakfast and lunch eatery featuring traditional house-made favorites, healthy choices, and creative menu options in a comfortable, friendly atmosphere. 1205 Johnson Ferry Road Marietta 30068 Daily: 7am-2pm 770-579-6800 www.jchristophers.com .......................................................

Jersey Mike’s Subs

>Submarine Sandwiches Jersey Mike’s Subs serves the most authentic submarine sandwich available. The Certified Angus Beef top rounds are cooked right in the store. The meats and cheeses are all top-quality premium brands. The bread is fresh-baked every day on the premises. And of course, everything’s prepared right in front of you. 4400 Roswell Road, Suite 148 Marietta 30062 Mon-Sun: 10am-9pm 770-321-3998 www.jerseymikes.com .......................................................

Keegan’s Public House

>Irish-American Authentic Irish pub with old world atmosphere, great food, and extensive beer and wine selections. 4401 Shallowford Road, #136 Roswell 30075 770-640-1100 www.keegansirishpub.net .......................................................

Los Bravos Mexican Restaurant

>Mexican Good margaritas,fresh food,good prices and nice family atmosphere. 2125 Roswell Road, Suite 40 Marietta 30062 11am-10:30pm 678-540-5751

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>Deli, Catering A neighborhood deli with an inviting atmosphere suitable for a friendly gathering or a healthy alternative for a business lunch. In today’s fast-paced, healthconscious world, we have set out to provide a quality, quickserve, alternative to fast food. Simply Delicious and Always Prepared Fresh! 1205 Johnson Ferry Road, Suite 127 Marietta 30068 Mon-Sat: 10am-3pm 770-971-0124 www.myfriendsplacedeli.net/ eastcobb .......................................................

>Casual Dining Which Wich? Superior Sandwiches is an American casual restaurant chain specializing in 50 unique custom made sandwiches, lettuce wich and salads. Also Serving Best Shakes, Warm cookies, chips and fountain plus bottle drinks. 1401 Johnson Ferry Road, Suite 310 Marietta 30062 Mon-Sat: 11am-9pm; Sun: 12-6pm 770-321-9424 www.whichwich.com

>Contemporary American Zeal’s vast array of Craft beers, diverse selection of fine wines, and custom cocktails pair well with their delectable appetizers, small plates, and entrees. Owned and operated by a native East Cobber, Zeal strives to be community oriented and become East Cobb’s go to kitchen and bar for outstanding food. 1255 Johnson Ferry Road Marietta 30062 Mon-Thur: 11:30am-10pm; Fri-Sat: 11am-12am; Sun: 11am-10pm. 770-380-2548 www.zealrestaurant.com

Tijuana Joe's

>Mexican 690 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta 30068 Sun-Wed: 10am-3pm 770-321-1233 www.tijuanajoes.com .......................................................

Uncle Maddio’s Pizza Joint East Cobb

>Pizza, Salads & Panninis Uncle Maddio’s Pizza Joint is for people who crave quality pizza and great Italian food. Uncle Maddio’s offers fresh, flavorful meals made before your eyes. We allow you to interact with your pizza maker to create your meal with speed and ease. 4101 Roswell Road, Suite 1100 Marietta 30062 Mon-Sun: 11am-9pm 678-324-3590 www.unclemaddios.com .......................................................

Vespucci’s Pizza Pasta Grill

>Italian Family owned, and award winning restaurant that opened its first location in 1996 in Atlanta. We pride ourselves on using the finest ingredients, and make almost every thing in house. We have a large selection of traditional Italian dishes and large list of fine wines available. 4805 Canton Road Marietta 30066 Mon-Sun: 11am-9:30pm 770-928-1212 www.vespuccispizza.com

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Each recipe Keith created was tested in the Cooking Light Test Kitchen and meets the same nutrition guidelines used in the magazine and every recipe includes a complete nutritional analysis. While some are inspired by American favorites, others are inspired by world cuisines that are inherently healthy and full of flavor, and Mad Delicious covers both. Recipes include: • Carnitas de Pollo uses slow cooking for juicy, falloff-the-bone meat with less fat. • Cocoa-Crusted New York Strip uses cocoa powder to create a steakhouse crust. • The Mad Array of Vegetables shows how steaming is a great method for seriously tasty, beautiful, and quick side dishes. • Georgia Peanut Fried Chicken uses powdered peanut butter to create a tasty, crisp coating. Mad Delicious includes over 230 colorful illustrations and handwritten notes by San Francisco artist Heather Diane Hardison. Art throughout gives readers more details about the science and techniques in the book— and makes using the cookbook more fun! Whether home cooks want a formal education, or they just want to

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SPRING ALLERGIES 101 By Grace Chiang, M.D.,WellStar, Medical Group

The icky green stuff is back – it’s pollen season East Cobbers. To help you through this sniffly season, WellStar’s Grace Chiang, M.D, answers common questions about allergies.

• 1. Environmental control measures: strategies to minimize exposure to known allergic triggers, such as keeping a pet out of the bedroom, use of air filters, and dust mite proof encasings

1. What are the most common allergies and what causes them? Many people have allergies triggered by substances inhaled from the air, such as pet dander, mold, dust mites, and pollen (trees, grasses, weeds).

• 2. Medications: help to control symptoms but often need to be taken regularly in order to be effective

Food allergies have also become more common over the years, with >90% of food allergies caused by 7 foods: milk, egg, wheat, soy, fish, shellfish, peanut/ tree nuts. The underlying cause of allergies is likely due to a complex interaction between genetics and environmental factors. Many studies are underway to further elucidate the causes of allergies and why the incidence is rising in the U.S. and many other industrialized countries. In general, allergies occur when your immune system overreacts to a substance that is usually not pathogenic or harmful. Risk factors for developing allergies include a positive family history or personal history of allergic conditions including asthma or eczema. 2. Many people think they have a cold when it is actually allergies and vice versa-How do you differentiate between these two conditions? Symptoms that may occur in both conditions include runny nose, congestion, sneezing and cough. With a cold, these symptoms may be associated with fever and body aches, lasting for approximately 7-10 days. With allergies, itching of the eyes and/or nose is often present. Symptoms usually last for weeks to months at a time, as long as the allergic trigger is present. 3. People tend to think of allergies as causing itchy eyes, runny noses, but can they cause more serious health risks? Allergies can result in more serious health consequences in individuals with asthma. At least 80% of people with asthma have allergies that trigger their asthma, which can lead to coughing, wheezing, chest tightness and shortness of breath. This may lead to asthma attacks that can result in ER visits or hospitalizations. It is thus important for asthmatics to see an allergist and identify potential allergic triggers. Treating a patient’s allergies is an important part of optimizing asthma care. 4. If you do have allergies, how can you manage them? A 3 pronged approach is most effective in managing allergies: 50 April 2015

• 3. Immunotherapy (“allergy shots”): the only treatment available that alters your body’s immune response to allergens and provides long lasting relief, reducing symptoms and the need for medications 5. How are allergies diagnosed? Skin testing may be safely performed in children and adults to accurately diagnose allergies, under the supervision of a board certified allergist. Contrary to common belief, there is no age requirement for skin testing. For example, many infants are able to be skin tested for allergy to milk and/or soy, if there is a concern for allergy to their formula. We are able to test for environmental and food allergies as well as stinging insects (bees, wasps, hornets, yellow jacket, fire ant) and penicillin. If skin testing is positive, we expect to see a small, red, itchy bump develop within 15 minutes. I thus have the opportunity to interpret the skin test findings with the patient at the same visit and develop an individualized treatment plan. 6. How are allergies related to other medical conditions, such as asthma and eczema? Asthma and eczema are other forms of allergic disease. It is thus common for allergies, asthma and eczema to all occur in the same patient or family. Having one of these conditions increases your risk for having the other two, something referred to as the “atopic march,” in which young children may initially have eczema and food allergies, later also developing allergies (hayfever) and asthma. 7. There is a lot of concern about giving children medicine-what is safe and what do you need to avoid? It can be difficult navigating the many allergy treatments that are now available OTC. It is worthwhile to see an allergist to establish the diagnosis of allergies first. Your allergist can then recommend specific treatments at doses that are safe for children. Grace Chiang, M.D., has extensive experience in the diagnosis and treatment of asthma and allergic conditions in both children and adults and is in practice with WellStar Medical Group, Allergy and Asthma. She is board certified in allergy/immunology and pediatrics.

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SOPE CREEK CELEBRATES 30TH ANNUAL 5K RUN The 30th annual Sope Creek Elementary Spring Fever Run is set for Saturday, April 25th. Combined, the 5K and 1mile runs average over 650 participants made up of current students, alumni, and community runners who pound the pavement in support of improving the school. The thirtieth year promises to play homage to the first fundraiser run held in 1985 with t-shirt designs and DJ music reflecting that decade. Produced by the non-profit 501 (c) 3 Sope Creek Elementary Foundation, 100% of the funds raised will go toward a much needed Library/Media Center transformation into a 21st Century Learning Commons. When asked about the importance of the project, Sope Creek Principal Martha Whalen said, “This project will directly impact every student and allow the area to be used to its fullest potential. We are committed to creating the school’s largest classroom space allowing an opportunity to accelerate learning for our 1,149 students. The area is designed to increase student engagement, help students connect, and encourage all of our students to: ASK. THINK. CREATE. Parent support through the PTA and the Sope Creek Foundation has allowed us to begin the first stages of the project. This race will be instrumental in our efforts to furnish the space and focus on purchasing new technology to complete our next phase for the 2015-16 school year.”

The 5K run, a certified race, is a popular qualifier for the Peachtree Road Race as it takes place in one of East Cobb County’s beautiful residential neighborhoods and provides participants and spectators alike the opportunity to directly support Sope Creek students. The One Mile Run is planned for the elementary students to go at their own pace as they begin with their grade level and receive a finishing medal for their effort. Sope Creek is adding an alumni division to the One Mile Run and is hoping that many former students return to participate and show support. Sope Creek Foundation race co-chair Kristy Flowers added, “This is the 30th anniversary of the Sope Creek Foundation Spring Fever Road Race to benefit the school and in turn the whole community. We are fortunate to have the support of our school family, many local businesses who sponsor the race, and the greater community who come out to run or just enjoy the fun. The first event took place in 1985 with a vision to provide our community a way to support our school beyond what the county provides. As the largest elementary school in Cobb County, we are always looking for ways to give our students an educational edge.” To register and for more information visit www.sopecreekfoundation.org.

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EAST COBB FAMILY

COPES WITH

CROHN’S DISEASE Jack Spandorfer, 14, To Be Honored Hero In May 2015 “Take Steps Atlanta” CCFA Annual Walk

ss The Spandorfer Family: Parents Ellen and Dr. “Pip” with their children, Jack and Carly.

ast Cobbers Ellen and Pip Spandorfer will never forget the day they were told their oldest child, Jack Spandorfer, had Crohn's disease, a form of inflammatory bowel disease that is chronic and incurable. Dr. Pip (as he is called), a pediatrician who also specializes in pediatric emergency medicine, explained, “For years Jack endured this illness as well as two surgeries. But then it got worse; we found out that Jack’s younger sister, Carly, also had this vicious disease.” Ellen, a psychologist, continued, “When Carly started to present similar symptoms, we got very concerned and took her to be evaluated right away.” Crohn's disease is an inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that causes inflammation, or swelling, across the lining of the digestive tract and can affect other parts of the body as well. Approximately 1.6 million Americans suffer from IBD (Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis). Pediatric Crohn's/IBD affects 80,000 children in the US. There is no cure for Crohn's disease at this time. Jack, who is now 14 years old, was diagnosed with Crohn's Disease in November 2011. Jack has a moderate to severe case and has still not yet achieved full remission. A year ago, Jack switched to the medicine, Humira, and he receives weekly injections, providing him with some relief from the disease. Carly, who is now 12, was diagnosed in November 2014. Ellen and Pip waited for the lab results, praying that she didn’t have Crohn’s.

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However, the colonoscopy confirmed what they had feared. Just a few months into Carly’s treatment, they still don’t know how her disease will progress. Ellen said, “We are hoping that by catching it and treating it early, that we will keep her as a mild case, not moderate to severe like Jack.” Carly, too, receives weekly injections of Humira. According to the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America (CCFA), approximately 20-30% of Crohn’s patients have another family member affected by the disease, and families frequently share a similar pattern of illness. Statistics also show that 75% of individuals with Crohn’s disease are of Ashkenazi Jewish descent. Living with Crohn’s left the Spandorfer family feeling very isolated, with few people to talk to about what they were going through day to day with Jack and Carly, both Epstein School students. They contacted CCFA and asked if they could initiate a pediatric, adolescent, and family support group, with both Pip and Ellen being trained to be group facilitators. This would be a place where families could go and discuss symptoms, medications, side effects, research updates, cutting edge studies, pain management, nutrition, and much more. “We couldn’t sit on the sidelines; we decided that something more needed to be done for the families

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that deal with IBD,” Pip explained. “And they love it, particularly the kids as they get to be with other kids that have IBD. I hope this support group will be a model for other communities across the country for kids, siblings and parents. We are so proud of this accomplishment, and will continue to help to ensure it is successful,” said Ellen. “In its first year, the group has more than 40 families regularly participating.” In 2012, Ellen and Pip became very involved with the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America, GA Chapter and participated in the first CCFA Walk. Each year, CCFA has a Walk in Georgia, “Take Steps for Crohn’s and Colitis,” raising money and awareness for the disease. On May 2, 2015, CCFA presents its 7th annual walk in Georgia, “Take Steps Atlanta,” and Jack Spandorfer is this year’s Honored Hero. “The money CCFA is raising funds programs like the support group, summer camp for kids with IBD, patient and professional education, as well as critical research to find new treatments and hopefully one day a cure,” explained Pip. The Spandorfers have been the top fundraising family for CCFA, having raised more than $35,000 in the past two years. They are aiming to raise another $50,000 this year. “3 ½ years into his diagnosis and Jack has still not gone into complete remission,” said Shannon Primm, CCFA Assistant National Walk Manager. “There are so many personal questions that remain for Jack, Carly and their parents: Will Jack have to have more surgery? Will he grow? How will this illness affect him when he goes off to college and beyond? Will Carly’s Crohn’s disease become more severe?” “Jack and his family know that the most obvious, and important, way to get answers to these questions and make life better for future patients is to support CCFA wholly in all of its endeavors,” said Shannon. “Whether it be research in the lab, support groups, or Camp Oasis - CCFA is the main outlet that is trying to find the cure for IBD.” “The Annual Crohn’s and Colitis Walk means so much for Jack,” said Ellen. “Last year, he had surgery on a Wednesday and on Saturday he wanted so badly to be a part of the Walk that we got him a wheelchair and “broke” him out of the hospital for a few hours.” "With everything I went through and everything I’ve learned, I'm hoping to make it a little easier for my sister and other kids with this disease,” said Jack. “Through Take Steps and the support group, my family feels so lucky to have the encouragement of other families going through the same things we are, and we love that we can give back. As my dad says, ‘we pay it forward for the next family’." For more information on the Annual Crohn’s and Colitis Walk visit: www.cctakesteps.org/atlanta. www.eastcobber.com

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Fire Fighters from Station No. 14 (Mountain View): Engineer Mike Cunningham, Firefighter Russell Brown, Lieutenant Edward Townsend, Engineer Jeremy DeJames, Firefighter Jared Barnhill and Engineer Robert Wilbur.

Sam Heaton, Public Safety Director,with Karen Hallacy

Engineer Stephen Bradley, East Cobb Firefighter of the Year, and Kim Paris of WellStar, the presenting sponsor of the award ceremony.

Firefighter Henry Vargas, Captain Todd Hendrickson and Engineer Jonathan Plowman

Lieutenant Thomas Covington and his daughter

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East Cobb County Fire and Emergency Services Honored at Annual Awards Ceremony On February 26, personnel from East Cobb’s Fire and Emergency Department were honored guests at the annual awards, promotions and recognition dinner produced by the East Cobb Business Association. Held at the Olde Towne Athletic Club, the dinner was East Cobb’s way of saying “thanks” to our first responder heroes. To continue the celebration, the next day sheet cakes were delivered to the six fire stations located in East Cobb.

Firefighter Raymond Burd, Engineer Janet Etheridge, Lieutenant Jeremiah Lewis and Firefighter Jeremy Towns

East Cobb Business Association volunteers Jennifer Mashburn and John Renshaw deliver cakes to the fire stations.

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12 WAYS TO SAVE THE EARTH

Jennie Dang, a third grade teacher at Murdock Elementary School, submitted her students’ suggestions on how we can be better stewards of our environment. So, in honor of Earth Day, April 22, EAST COBBER selected 12 "acts of green" to save the earth.

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We should start saving “water now. If we don’t by

When you litter you are hurting animals because, when animals think a piece of trash is food they will eat it. When anything eats something that is not food it will hurt the animal.

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– Sofia Marmolino

scientific research, we will run out of water by 2050! So start saving now.

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Litter won’t clean up itself. People, we only have ONE planet earth and when it’s gone it’s gone. What I’m trying to say is take care of our earth by simply recycling and/or putting your trash in the trash can. STOP LITTERING!

”– Maezy Tingirls

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– Lana Das

When you grow out of “shoes, you can reuse them and help people that don’t have shoes. One girl has raised more than 30,000 shoes for her country because a lot of people from her country don’t have shoes.

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– Bryce Chapin reduce “andIf wereusedon’ttherecycle, world will become a dirty, icky place. Humans would not last very long. Also we could help the environment by doing parks cleanups, school cleanups, using recycling bins, etc.

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see some ways “toTorecycle or see what you can recycle go to www.paganpoet.com/ recycle-list. If you have an old pair of glasses, you can recycle those too, so don’t throw them away.

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– Christiana C. Volpi

of the world recycles! People should recycle.

”– Carlie Boxt

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helps our earth’s resources! It helps our earth’s resources, because it keeps less trash from floating around the ocean.

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– Ava Rocco

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any people recyle! “CanBarely you believe it? Only 35%

“Try carpooling. That’s when My reason why we should two or more people ride “recycle more is because it

Have you ever seen homeless people, they barely have anything, but we can help. Did you know we are wasting things that could go to other people? Have you ever thrown something away that other people can use for another year? Well why not donate that thing? Did you know that is recycling too?

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in the same car! That way, not only are you saving fuel, you’re saving the air!

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– Julia Miroshnichenko

– Ava Carey

I think you should save “water. Some people do not know this, but by 2050 we could run out of drinking water! But, you can stop that by saving water. To save water you have to stop taking long showers. You can also water your plants at night so the sun doesn’t absorb the water and you have to water again.

– TK McCook

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– Ryan Bond

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Don’t use the hose that much because you are wasting water. For example, when you are watering plants, water the plants with a bucket or a watering can so you don’t waste water.

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EAST COBB SENIOR CENTER ACTIVITIES SCHEDULED FOR APRIL 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. Ice Cream and a Movie: Gone Girl April 13 | 1pm $4 Cobb residents; $5 Non-residents. Gone Girl is a 2014 American thriller film directed by David Fincher and adapted by Gillian Flynn from her 2012 novel of the same name. A husband (Ben Affleck) is shocked when his wife (Rosamund Pike) disappears on their fifth wedding anniversary, leaving an incriminating diary pointing solidly at him murdering her. His life becomes a blur of police interrogations and TV news interviews as he struggles through the exhausting search campaign. PG Dine-a-Round: La Madeleine April 14 | 11:30am Separate checks; Registration required. Everyone meets at the restaurant. La Madeleine, 4101 Roswell Rd #812, Marietta.

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Advance Care Planning April 10 | 10-11:30am Free; Registration required At this workshop you will learn how to talk with your loved ones about final healthcare decisions. Each participant will receive a fee planning guide which outlines questions you and your family should discuss along with forms you can use to record your wishes. Provided by The Good Life Club. Take Charge of Arthritis April 21 | 10:30am-11:00am Free; Registration required Despite over 50 million Americans being diagnosed with arthritis, it can be difficult to pin down facts & information. Learn the different types of arthritis, risk factors and treatment for the disease. Provided by Cindy Newman.

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TAKE ADVANTAGE OF SENIOR DISCOUNTS A great way to cut down on monthly expenses is to take advantage of the many discounts available to seniors – there are even discounts available for those aged 50 and above. For example, did you know Dunkin Donuts will give a free donut to people over 55 when you order a cup of coffee? If you’re paying for a cup every day, you should start taking advantage of their generous offer to anyone 55 and over with an AARP card to have a donut for free, too! Over the next few issues, EAST COBBER will present a list of restaurants, supermarkets, department stores and more that offer various senior discounts with different age requirements. This month, we present senior discounts offered at restaurants. If you know of any other senior discounts, please email editor@eastcobber.com and we’ll be sure to share online or in a future edition. RESTAURANTS: • Applebee’s: 15% off with Golden Apple Card (60+) • Arby’s: 10% off ( 55 +) • Boston Market: 10% off (65+) • Burger King: 10% off (60+) • Chili’s: 10% off (AARP) • CiCi’s Pizza: 10% off (60+) • Dairy Queen: 10% off (AARP) • Denny’s: 10% off, 20% off for AARP members ( 55 +) • Dunkin’ Donuts: 10% off or free donut with coffee ( 55+) • Einstein’s Bagels: 10% off baker’s dozen of bagels (60+) • Fuddrucker’s: 10% off any senior platter ( 55+) • Hardee’s: $0.33 beverages everyday (65+) • IHOP: 10% off ( 55+); 55+ menu offers smaller portions and lower prices • KFC: free small drink with any meal ( 55+) • Krispy Kreme: 10% off ( 50+) • Long John Silver’s: various discounts at locations ( 55+) • McDonald’s: discounts on coffee everyday ( 55+) • Sonic: 10% off or free beverage (60+) • Steak ‘n Shake: 10% off every Monday & Tuesday (50+) • Subways: 10% off (AARP) • Sweet Tomatoes: 10% off (62+) • Taco Bell : 5% off; free beverages for seniors (65+) • Waffle House: 10% off every Monday (60+) Now, go out there and claim your discounts – - and remember — you must ASK for discounts — no ask, no discount. Everyone knows someone over 50 so please pass this along! If you know of a discount we are missing from this list or if one of the discounts listed is no longer valid please email editor@eastcobber.com. 60 April 2015

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AGING BY DESIGN 2015

SUMMIT & EXPO

SCHEDULED FOR MAY 2

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On Saturday, May 2, residents from the metro area will gather for the second annual Aging by Design 2015 Summit & Expo at Cobb Galleria Centre. The event is open to everyone: retirees, soon-to-be retirees, caregivers, seniors and adult children and will be held 8am until 2:30pm. Cost is $5 and pre-registration is required. The featured speaker will be Dr. William Cooper, Cardiothoracic Surgeon and Director of Cardiovascular Surgery at WellStar Health System. Other topics will include health and fitness, technology and more.

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An Expo will be held concurrently at the Summit in the adjacent ballroom, with more than 100 local businesses providing information on retirement planning, fitness, housing options, and more. Additionally, there will be several opportunities for free screenings in areas such as: blood glucose, cholesterol, body mass index (BMI) and others. Demonstrations on healthy cooking and easy-yet important-exercises will also be part of the EXPO.

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Registration to attend the Summit & Expo or Series session can be done at any Cobb County senior center or by calling 770-528-5355. Visit www.cobbseniors.org for more information.

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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: Karen Peters, krpeters@aol.com. American Needlepoint Guild. Second Tuesday of the month. 6:45pm. Tiny Stitches, 2520 East Piedmont Road, Marietta. More info: 770-394-0065.

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: 678-2342310 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.

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.

“Aware & Conscious Birds” Book Club. Mondays. 7-8:30pm. Bikram Yoga Marietta, 80 Powers Ferry Road, Marietta. More info: awareconsciousbirds@gmail.com or www.consciousness.meetup.com/203.

Atlanta Illini Club. Professional and social networking for University of Illinois alumni, families and friends in the Atlanta area. Game watches at the Rose & Crown, 1931 Powers Ferry Road, Marietta. More info: www. atlantaillini.com or club@atlantaillini.com.

Big Chicken Chorus. Every Monday evening. 7:00pm. John Knox Presbyterian Church, 505 Powers Ferry Road, Marietta. Male a cappella harmony chorus. More info: Frank, 770-587-1264, fehrach@aol.com, or www.bigchickenchorus.org.

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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. More info: Ellen Kelly, 404-713-2830 or Lnkelly@sbcglobal.net. Business Network International (BNI). The World’s largest referral organization. Multiple chapters in the area, please refer to the website: bnisoutheast.com for listings. More Info: Anita York, 678-888-0200 Cobb County Democratic Committee. Monthly breakfast 2nd Saturday each month. 9am. 3 Amigos Mexican Bar & Grill, 1000 Whitlock Avenue, Marietta. More info: 770-420-7133 or www.cobbdemocrats.org. Cobb County Gem & Mineral Society. Second Tuesday of the month, 7:30 pm at their Clubhouse, 516 West. Atlanta St., Marietta, GA 30060. More info: www.cobbmineral.org. Cobb County Genealogical Society. Fourth Tuesday of the month. 7pm. First Presbyterian Church of Marietta, 189 Church Street, Marietta. More info: www.cobbgagensoc.org or ccgs@cobbgagensoc.org. Cobb County Republican Women. Fourth Friday of the month. 11:30am. Hilton Atlanta/Marietta Conference Center, 500 Powder Springs Street, Marietta. More info: 770-785-2522 or www.ccrwc.org. Cobb Marietta Retired Educators Association. Second Thursday of every month. 11:30am. Luncheon reservations required. First United Methodist Church of Marietta, 56 Whitlock Avenue, Marietta. More info: Judy Munson, jmteach@bellsouth.net. Cobb Photographic Society. Photographers of all skill and ability levels are welcome. First and 3rd Monday of each month. 7-9pm. American Business Center, Bldg. 700, Suite 702, 1395 South Marietta Pkwy, Marietta. More info: www.cobbphotosociety.com or info@cobbphotosociety.com. Cobb Regional Republican Women. Third Tuesday, every month. 7pm. Cobb GOP Office, 799 Roswell Street, Marietta. More info: Neva Lent lentneva@aol.com. Colored Pencil Society of America. Atlanta District Chapter 107. First Monday of the month. 7pm. North DeKalb Cultural Center, 5339 Chamblee-Dunwoody Road, Room 2 (second floor in the back), Dunwoody. More info: Nancy Guerine, 678-354-3590. 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.

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Dinner-and-a-Book Club. More info: RuthE or Batya at Thou Shalt Read, 770-993-5432 or sales@ andthoushaltnotread.com. Dog Hikers of Georgia. Every Sunday. 10am. Various locations. Non-dog owners welcome. More info: Dr. Dan Batchelor, 770-992-2362. 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. East Cobb Business Association. Luncheon and featured speaker. Third Tuesday each month. 11:30am1pm. Indian Hills Country Club, 4100 Clubland Drive, Marietta. More info: Susan Hampton, 404-218-6216, susan. hampton@lionbank.com, or www. eastcobbba.com. 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 at noon for lunch at The Olde Town Athletic Club (behind Tuesday Morning & Sports-ORama), 4950 Olde Towne Parkway, Marietta. More info: 770-578-9901. 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. Cherokee Cattle Company, 2710 Canton Road, Marietta. More info: Don Garrow, 770-955-6914. East Cobb Jewish Networking. Every Wednesday. 8-9:15am. Capozzi’s, 4283 Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: Rob Kornheiser, rkorn@icminsurance. com or 678-336-7345. East Cobb New Horizons Band. Monday mornings, 11:00am. If you are 50 or older, play a musical instrument and have been looking for a great place to make music, come join us! Great people and good music! To learn more go to our website, ecnhb. com or email webmaster@ecnhb.com. East Cobb Open Networking. Professional Referral Networking. Every Friday. 7:309am. Capozzi’s NY Deli, 4285 Roswell Road, Marietta. $3 cover. More info: Tim Langley, 770-289-9711 or drtim02@ yahoo.com. East Cobb Rotary Club. Every Wednesday. 7am. Indian Hills Country Club, 4001 Clubland Drive, Marietta. More info: Bob Schwale, 770-640-6954.

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CLUB CALENDAR East Cobb Woodcarvers Club. Every Thursday. 9-11am. East Cobb Senior Center, 3332 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta. More info: 770-645-0817. 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: Dave Hamrick 770-315-3942. Georgia Nature Photographers Assoc. Third Thursday of the month. 7pm. Nature photographers of all skill levels are welcome to our monthly meetings. The Mansour Center, 995 Roswell St., Marietta. More info: www.gnpa.org or info@gnpa.org Georgia Tea Party. Every Thursday. 7pm. 900 Roswell Street, Marietta. More info: Jerry Kotyuk 404-374-0580 or jdk4@clear.net. Golden “K” Kiwanis Club. Every Thursday. 10am. East Cobb Senior Center, 3332 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta. More info: Joe Vanhorn Jr., 770-424-6654. Greater Atlanta Marine Detachment #647. First Saturday of the month. 11am. Delkwood Grill, 2769 Delk Road, Marietta. More info:www.mcleague.org Happy Tails Pet Therapy. Orientation for prospective members 1st Thursday or Saturday of the month. 10:3011:30am and 7-8pm. Mt. Bethel Christian Academy, 4385 Lower Roswell Road, Building F, Room F001, Marietta. Check dates: 770-740-8211 or www.happytailspets.org. IMPS Bridge Club An offshoot of the former Newcomers Club of East Cobb, looking for new members. Various formats, dates and times available. For more information contact Roni Fink @ 404-310-3448 or phinque999@AOL.com. International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP)-Cobb County Chapter. Professional Development and Networking. Fourth Monday of the month. 6:30pm. Meeting & Dinner. HYATT House/ Atlanta Galleria, 3595 Cumberland Boulevard, SE, Atlanta. More info: 770-541-2960 or www.iaap-cobbcounty.org. Jewish War Veterans, Bicentennial Post 976. Third Sunday of the month. 11am. Marriott Hotel, Perimeter Center. More info: Fran Jacobson, 770-436-7456. Libertarian Party of Cobb County. First Thursday of the month. 7:30pm. More info: www.cobblp.org or call 770-795-1331 Marietta Kiwanis Club. Every Thursday. 12noon. Hilton Conference Center, 500 Powder Springs Street, Marietta. More info: Pat Huey, pathuey@comcast.net or www.mariettakiwanis.org. Marietta Lions Club. Second Thursday of the month. 7pm. First United Methodist Church, 56 Whitlock Ave SW, Marietta 30064. More info: mariettalions@aol.com or www.mariettalionsclub.org. 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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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. Marietta VFW Post 2681. Dinner with VFW Ladies Auxiliary. First Thursday of the month with separate meetings following dinner. 6:15pm. 140 Powers Ferry Road, Marietta. More info: www.vfwpost2681.org Marine Corps League. First Saturday of the month. Meeting at 11 a.m. followed by lunch at 12 p.m. Delkwood Grill, 2769 Delk Road, Marietta. More Info: Dave Hambrick, 770-315-3942. Martha Stewart Bulloch Children of the American Revolution Society meets one Sunday per month from September through May, 2-4pm. Osage Terrace Room and Pavilion at Bulloch Hall 180 Bulloch Avenue, Roswell. More info: Paula, 770-594-1819. Moms in Prayer (formerly Moms in touch) for parents of Dickerson Middle School. Every Thursday at 1pm. Meeting location available upon request. More info: Movita Stallworth, 770-321-1783 or mo633@comcast.net. Moms in Prayer for East Side Elementary parents. Every Thursday at 10am. More info: Rachel Bloom, 770-973-4705 or familybloom@gmail.com.

Order Sons of Italy in America Marietta Lodge #2607. General membership meeting 2nd Monday each month. Pot Luck Dinner (except June, July, Augustdessert and fruit). 7-9pm. East Cobb Government Service Center, 4400 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: 770928-9314 or degrillmouse@comcast.net. Peach State Depression Glass Collectors’ Club. Second Tuesday of month except December. Guests welcome. 6:30 Social; 7pm meeting. Marietta Museum of History, 1 Depot Street, Marietta. More Info: psdgc.com Polk Street Speakers Toastmasters. First and 3rd Tuesday of the month. 6-7:30pm. St. James Episcopal Church, 161 Church Street, Marietta. More info: www.polkstreetspeakers.org. Retired Old Men Eating Out (R.O.M.E.O.) Every Tuesday, 8-10am. Meet for friendship, conversation and to share their variety of antique cars, street rods and muscle cars. Marietta Diner, 306 Cobb Parkway South, Marietta. Shakespeare Reading Group. First and 3rd Thursday of the month. 2-4 pm. Senior Wellness Center, 1150 Powder Springs Road, Marietta. More info: Lynne Johnson, 770-591-3474.

North Metro Mothers of Multiples Club. Third Monday of the month. 7pm. Chicago’s, 4401 Shallowford Road, Roswell (corner of Johnson Ferry & Shallowford). More info: www.northmetromultiples.org. North Metro Women’s Connection. Second Wednesday of each month. 11am-1pm. Hollycrest Hall, 2235 Sewell Mill Road, Marietta. More info: 770-335-6013. Northeast Cobb Business Association. Luncheon meeting 3rd Wednesday of each month. 11:30am-1pm. $15. Piedmont Church, 570 Piedmont Road, Marietta. More info: 770-460-6222. Northwest Atlanta Mothers of Multiples A parent’s club for families with or expecting twins, triplets, or quadruplets. Second Tuesday of each month. 7pm. First Presbyterian Church of Marietta, 189 Church Street, Marietta. Date and time may change check our website. More info: www.nowamom.org or 678-404-0034.

Sope Creek Garden Club. First Wednesday of the month (Sept-June). 10am. Locations vary. More info: Karin Guzy, 770-955-1303 or guzy@mindspring.com. The Foxtrotter’s Dance Club. The 4th Friday of every month (no dance in May, Nov. & Dec. are the 3rd Friday). 7:30-10:30pm. If you enjoy ballroom dancing, come and dance to ‘Live Music’. Everyone is welcome. East Cobb Senior Center, 3332 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta. More info: 770-587-1160. TONIC (Tuesdays Open Networking In Capozzi’s). Every Tuesday Morning 7:30am. 4283 Roswell Road NE Marietta. $3 Cover. More Info: Frank Kellert frankkellert@hotmail.com 678-560-1717 Y Business Network. Every other Friday. 7:30-8:45am. Local business networking and referrals. Northeast Cobb Y, 3010 Johnson Ferry Rd., Marietta. Guests always welcome. More info: ybusinessnetwork.webs.com, Michelle Hutchinson, 770-518-0010.

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Song of Atlanta Show Chorus. Women’s four-part harmony chorus. Every Tuesday. 7:30pm. Northbrook UMC, 11225 Crabapple Road, Roswell. Visitors welcome. More info: www. songofatlanta.com or 770-696-6502.

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SUPPORT GROUPS A.A./Al-Anon/Al-Anon Beginners/Alateen. Every Monday.8pm. Covenant Presbyterian Church, 2881 Canton Road, Marietta. More info: 770-973-5347 or jpm105@comcast.net. Adult Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse Support Group. First and 3rd Tuesday of each month. 7pm. Room 334, Johnson Ferry Church, 955 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta. Men and women welcome. More info: 678-578-4888 or info@ voicetoday.org. Al-Anon. For family and friends of alcoholics. Thursdays. 7:30-8:30pm. Johnson Ferry Baptist Church, Room 345, 955 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta. More info: 770-587-0483. Al-Anon Family Group. 7pm. Teens 13 and older welcome. Temple Kol Emeth, 1415 Old Canton Road, Marietta. More info: Paulette L., 678-551-2433. Alzheimer’s/Caregiver Support Group Meeting. First Monday of each month at 10:30am. Open to family members who are assisting an aging loved one both inside and outside of the home. Free respite care is provided for your loved one while we meet. Aloha to Aging/Mt. Bethel Community Center, 4608 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta. More info or to RSVP: 678-439-1177. Anxiety Anonymous for people who suffer from anxiety, meets the 3rd Thursday of the month. 6:30-7:30pm. Cobb County Government Center, 4400 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: 770-633-1023 or galinabannova@ gmail.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: 770-552-6400, ext. 6020. Cancer Support Group. Second and 4th Monday of the month. 7-8:30pm. Johnson Ferry Baptist Church, 955 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta. More info: 770-794-2978. Career Transition. Third Monday of the month (March-October). Second Monday of the Month (November-February) 6:30pm: Personal resume reviewing, interviewing, networking, and career assessment help. First Presbyterian Church, 189 Church Street, Marietta . More info: Lee Pence, 770-428-9350, or Bob Sabin 770-7959084, or visit www.fpcmarietta.org Caregiver Support Group. First Monday of the month. 6-7pm. Arbor Terrace, 886 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta. More info: 770-977-4420 or ACaudell@arborcompany.com. Codependents Anonymous. Mondays & Thursdays. 7:30-8:45pm. Unity North Church, 4225 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta. More info: 404-213-4482. Depression/Bipolar Support Group. First and 3rd Thursday of the month. 7-8:30pm. Johnson Ferry Baptist Church, Room 339, 955 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta. More info: 770-794-2978.

Divorced/Separated Support Group. First and 3rd Tuesday of each month. 7:30pm. St. Ann’s Catholic Church, Mary’s Chapel, 4905 Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: 770-552-6400, ext. 6018. Divorce Support Group by Visions Anew for women who are contemplating or going through the divorce process. First Thursday & 3rd Wednesday of the month. 7-9pm. East Cobb Government Center, 4400 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: www.visionsanew.org. Divorce Support Group. Every Wednesday. 6:30pm. Mt. Bethel Church (Church Room B106), 4385 Lower Roswell Rd. Marietta. More info/to register: Judith Reichenbach, Licensed Counselor, 770-597-9882. Diabetes Support Group offered by WellStar Health System. Second Tuesday of the month. 6:30–8pm. McLaren Mill Office Park, 531 Rose Lane 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) Parental Support Group. 2nd Tuesday of the month. 6:30-8:00 pm. Mt. Bethel United Methodist Church (Room B109) on Lower Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: Cappie Suttle, 404-368-9394, east-cobb@chadd.net, or www.chadd.net/300. Emotions Anonymous, a fellowship of people who come together to work toward recovery from emotional difficulties and discover a new way of life. Tuesdays & Fridays. 7pm. Roswell United Methodist Church, 614 Mimosa Boulevard, Counseling Building, Roswell. More info: 770-330-1991. Family and Friends of People Living with Mental Illness. 4th Tuesday, 7pm Meets at Lutheran Church of the Incarnation, 1200 Indian Hills Parkway, Marietta. More info: 770 778-6025. Families Anonymous (FA) for families who have loved ones struggling with addiction. Every Tuesday. 7:30-9pm. Mt. Zion United Methodist Church Youth Center, 1770 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta. More info: 770-971-1465. Families of Children Under Stress (FOCUS). To listen, inform and educate, and offer programs for the families and the child with special needs. 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. Fractured Families for Parents Estranged from their Children. First and 3rd Monday. 7:30pm. Whole Foods, 1311 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta. More info: Sandy 404-446-6093 or Judy 404-643-3531. Georgia Parkinson’s Association. Parkinson’s Support Group Meets the 3rd Saturday of each month 1pm. Northside Hospital Cherokee Education Building, 130-B Oakside Court, Canton. More info: James Trussell 706-413-3264 or james@gaparkinsons.org

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Grief Support Group for those who have had a family member, friend or other loved one pass away. First Thursday of each month. 7-9pm. Unity North Atlanta Church, 4255 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta. More info: kathzkel@yahoo.com. JACS (Jewish Alcoholics, Chemically Dependent and Significant Others). For Jewish members of 12 Step groups. 7-8pm, first and third Tuesdays of every month except on Jewish holidays. Congregation Etz Chaim, 1190 Indian Hills Parkway, Marietta, in the library. More info: 770-928-2523 or teshuva@aol.com. Loneliness Bereavement Support Group. Every Wednesday except holidays. 11am. Heritage Hospice, 3315 Hilltop Drive, 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: 770-971-1465 or mtzionmops@gmail.com. National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). Family Support Group for families who have loved ones struggling with mental illness. Second and fourth Tuesday of each month. 7-8:30pm. Hillside United Methodist Church, Second Floor, 4474 Towne Lake Parkway, Woodstock. More info: 770-928-2762. Overeaters Anonymous. A support group for those who suffer from the need to compulsively overeat. Monday-Wednesday-Friday. 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, 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. Spousal Support Group. Third Thursday of the month. 12-1pm. Arbor Terrace, 886 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta. More info: 770-977-4420 or ACaudell@arborcompany.com. Veteran's Information Referral Office (VIRO). Free help and information for all veterans with VA Disability, VA Healthcare, Employment and Counseling. Second and 4th Wednesday each month. First and 4th Saturday each month, 11am-2om. American Legion, Post 29, 921 Gresham Avenue, Marietta. More info: 770-427-5900. Widowed Helping Others (WHO) . Dinner Sociial. First and 3rd Wednesday of the month. 6pm. St. Ann’s Catholic Church, Nolan Hall, 4905 Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: Ann’s Pastoral Care, 770-552-6400, ext. 6018.

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East Cobber Parade & Festival: Sept. 12 1995

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NEW PARADE ROUTE: The 1 mile EAST COBBER parade will still begin at 10am in the Mount Bethel Elementary School parking lot, travel south on Johnson Ferry Road, and turn left onto Woodlawn Road and end at Dickerson Middle School, 855 Woodlawn Road. NEW FESTIVAL SITE: The EAST COBBER Festival will now be in the west (Woodlawn Road side) parking lot of Johnson Ferry Baptist Church immediately following theEAST COBBER parade. From 11amâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;3pm, the free Festival will feature arts and crafts, local businesses, food concessions, carnival games, and an entertainment stage. MORE INFO: 770-640-7070 or eastcobber.com/parade.