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PUBLISHER’S NOTE

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18th Anniversary Issue!

18 years ago, the first issue of the EAST COBBER came off the presses. The premiere issue had all the hallmarks that were to set EAST COBBER apart from other local publications. Since the first edition to this current issue, the paper has focused on the often overlooked individuals, clubs, schools and neighbors that make East Cobb a community we are so proud of. From the front covers that feature East Cobb “regular” residents doing special works to the pages packed with extensive information about East Cobb events and East Cobbers—information you won’t find anywhere else—the EAST COBBER is a monthly reminder of all the good going on right here in our own backyard!

Despite the upheaval in the media industry due to economic challenges, the interplay between the printed and digital realms, and shifting media preferences, the EAST COBBER continues to evolve, survive and thrive! Oh, for my “good old days” of a 30-day production schedule for my print magazine.

Nowadays, I manage eastcobber.com, oversee 16 blogs with a 24/7 news stream, e-mail a weekly electronic newsletter, push out posts for Facebook (please like us!), run promotional contests, tweet “tweets,” and am about to launch e-deals. All of these activities/services are still rooted in the original mission statement of “building a sense of community in East Cobb County.”

EAST COBBER is no longer limited to the printed pages of this magazine.

Because I receive so much information and want to do more for MY East Cobb, these new technologies allow me to share more grassroots information with more people which better serves the community.

I am also proud of producing the annual EAST COBBER Parade & Festival—East Cobb’s only community-wide special event and, after 16 years, a happy hometown tradition. Year after year of promoting East Cobb and presenting stories that may be considered hokey has, I believe, become very relevant and meaningful in these tabloid times.

I am flattered when people tell me they think the EAST COBBER is published by a big media company with corporate offices and are taken aback when I tell them I am the founder, editor and publisher of the EAST COBBER. I am proud of the quality publication I create every month (and now the blogs and other social media) and equally proud that I am able to produce it out of my home office right here in East Cobb! I feel fortunate to have created this small business that allows me to use my professional skills, and serve my community. Without the contributions from all of you, dear readers, the EAST COBBER would never have grown, let alone survived! The stories, events and experiences you have shared have made this into a very special publication. Last, but not least, I am grateful for the loyal support of the thousands of businesses that have advertised in and/or been a drop-off point for the EAST COBBER throughout the years. I couldn’t do it with y’all!

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In addition to focusing on fluency in core subjects, training in critical thinking and reasoning skills are also provided, as well as Latin and Logic. Bible is taught at all grade levels and students are encouraged to explore their faith to grow closer to Christ. Beyond its stellar academic program, the Academy provides Fine Arts, servant leadership development, community service projects, clubs, and athletic programs. The competitive athletic program provides championship programs in basketball, baseball, soccer, volleyball, cross-country, cheerleading, golf, and tennis. The 44-acre campus features a stateof-the-art academic and athletic building featuring a one-on-one MacBook program, iPod, iPad, iTouch, and iMac labs, a suspended track, rock climbing wall, 15 acres of green space and athletic fields as well an outdoor pond.

The Academy is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) and the Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS).

Mt. Bethel Christian Academy delivers an exemplary program that produces Christ-centered students who are campus and community leaders. To learn how your student can grow into a leader at the Academy, please visit www.mtbethelchristian.org or contact Rhea Adkin, Director of Admission at 770.971.0245 or via email at rhea.adkins@mtbethel.org .

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On this month’s cover are kindergarten students from Mt. Bethel Christian Academy (MBCA): Lydia Rodrigues, Chelsea Callis, Noah Brown, and Lindsey Kim. Since its founding in 1998, Mt. Bethel Christian Academy has grown to a thriving school of 486 extraordinary kindergarten through 8th grade students. What is the secret to this success? An exemplary academic program commited to excellence and a desire to help children become all God intends them to be.

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The 16th Annual EAST COBBER Parade On Saturday, September 10, East Cobb residents came together under sunny skies to continue an annual hometown tradition: the 16th annual EAST COBBER Parade & Festival. Over 2,000 parade participants representing 110 different groups marched down Johnson Ferry Road to celebrate East Cobb! The parade staged at the Mt. Bethel Elementary School’s parking lot, stepped off at 10am and ended at the Fountains of Olde Towne shopping center at approximately 11:45am. Crowds lined Johnson Ferry Road early to get the best view. “Kids” of all ages enjoyed the floats, decorated dogs, unicycles, four high school marching bands, and vintage cars as they marched down the parade path. East Cobb schools honored their principals and/or their “Teachers-of-the-Year.” The EAST COBBER Parade has earned the nickname, “The Candy Parade,” because just about every entry throws candy to the crowd. Many thanks to Cobb County Police Special Operations Unit and Cobb County Department of Transportation for ensuring the safety of parade participants and parade watchers.

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The 16th Annual EAST COBBER Festival Immediately following the EAST COBBER Parade, thousands converged at the Fountains of Olde Towne Shopping Center to enjoy carnival games, food, live entertainment, and exhibits at the EAST COBBER Festival. This hometown tradition proved to be another great opportunity for East Cobb residents to come together, share their pride and have some good old-fashioned fun. Emceed by Mike McCarthy of Big Daddy DJ Service, the Festival stage featured local musicians and young dancers.

The EAST COBBER is grateful for the dedication of club members from Pope High School’s Habitat for Humanity who volunteered to help stage the EAST COBBER Parade and work at the EAST COBBER Festival.

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Student Teacher Fundraising for Ferst Foundation

By Alison Tripp Any kindergarten teacher can tell you that children who have books at home, and who have been read to from an early age, are more prepared for school than children who don’t have age-appropriate books and have not been read to on a regular basis. It is estimated that 61% of low income families have no age-appropriate reading materials for children in the home. Since 1999, the Ferst Foundation has worked to change that. Since then, 2.9 million books have been distributed to 160,000 children.

The Ferst Foundation is a non-profit organization founded in Madison, Georgia, by Robin Ferst. Its mission is to “provide books for local communities to prepare all Georgia preschool children for reading and learning success.” By the end of 2008, the Ferst Foundation had donated over 1.2 million books to more than 72,000 Georgia preschoolers since the project began.

reading with children at specific ages, activities and discussions related to the current month’s book, related books and suggested reading list, and crafts, coloring pages, etc., related to the current book.

Thanks to the generous donations from our neighbors at the EAST COBBER Parade on September 10th and the patrons of Suburban Tap that night, I was able to raise $443 for this program. Each $36 donation will provide a new book to one child every month for a year--so we were able to sponsor twelve children for next year. I would encourage all of my East Cobb neighbors to go to www.ferstfoundation.org and read more about this awesome program that supports children’s literacy.

On the website you will find links where you can donate directly to the foundation and register children under five.

Please give your support for this valuable organization.

Families in the participating counties may register any children under 5 years old. There is no limit to the number of children in a household who can register, as long as they are all under the age of 5. There are no income requirements and there is no cost to families ever. Once a child is registered, he/she will receive a new age-appropriate book mailed to his or her home each month until the child’s 5th birthday. The only thing parents are asked to do is read the books with their children. Each book comes with a newsletter for parents that contains tips for working reading into the daily routine, tips for

Alison Tripp is a student at Georgia State University, majoring in Early Childhood Education.

She is currently a student teacher at Tritt Elementary School in East Cobb. Through her program at GSU, she learned about the Ferst Foundation for Childhood Literacy and has done her own grassroots fundraising for the non-profit.

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Illustrator Maurice Sendak Exhibit at East Cobb Library

In a Nutshell: The Worlds of Maurice Sendak, a national traveling exhibition which explores the influence of the Old and New worlds in the work of renowned illustrator Maurice Sendak, opened at the East Cobb Library last month, and will remain at the library until October 14. The exhibit is available during regular library hours. Maurice Sendak is best known as the illustrator of more than 100 picture books, including Where the Wild Things Are and In the Night Kitchen. He was born to Polish immigrants in Brooklyn in 1928, and his childhood was typically American in a number of ways. At the same time, he became fascinated as a child with the worn black-and-white photographs of his European relatives, and

the influence of both of these worlds – the threads of Jewish family, geography, and culture – can be seen in his imaginative works. The exhibit is an exploration of Sendak’s illustrations and picture books, revealing connections between these iconic works and Sendak’s childhood, family, and the popular culture of the time. The colorful exhibit panels feature illustrations of ferocious creatures, curious children and vibrant neighborhoods, alongside thematic explorations of the Jewish culture and history – and Sendak’s own family experience – that influenced Sendak’s work. Local support for In a Nushell: The Worlds of Maurice Sendak was provided by the Friends of the Cobb County Public Library System.

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The Georgia PTA and its local units share a concern for the total health and wellness of all children and youth. During its 100+ year history, PTA has advocated for and promoted many initiatives that support the welfare of children and youth in the home, school and community.

That tradition continues here in East Cobb this month with two programs that emphasize different aspects of healthy lifestyle choices: October 5 is USA Walk to School Day, the highlight of International Walk to School Month. This designated event gives children, parents, school teachers and community leaders an opportunity to be part of a global event as they celebrate the many benefits of walking. Over the years, millions of walkers from around the world have walked to school together on this day and several of our East Cobb schools will once again participate this year. Not only will students (and parents!) benefit from some early-morning exercise, but it’s also a wonderful opportunity for families to spend time together while walking. You never know what a child might share with you during those precious minutes!

Then, during the week of October 23-31, schools will observe Red Ribbon Week, the nation’s oldest and largest drug prevention program. By wearing red ribbons and participating in various anti-drug events, young people pledge to live a drug-free life and pay tribute to DEA Special Agent Enriqué “Kiki” Camarena. Special Agent Camarena was an 11-year veteran of the DEA assigned to the Guadalajara, Mexico, office where he was on the trail of notorious drug traffickers. In 1985, he was kidnapped, brutally tortured, and murdered by these drug traffickers. His tragic death opened the eyes of many Americans to the dangers of drugs and the international scope of the drug trade. Out of that tragedy, a grass-roots effort to educate young people and their parents on these dangers was born. Red ribbons became a symbol of this drug-free commitment and Red Ribbon Week celebrations eventually spread across the country.

Our schools and PTAs conduct age-appropriate programs and activities to observe Red Ribbon Week. Please let the young people in your life, whether your child, student, neighbor, relative or acquaintance, know how much you appreciate their choice to live a drug-free life and offer your encouragement and support.

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Timber Ridge Elementary School is one of just eight public schools in Georgia to be named a 2011 National Blue Ribbon School, the U.S. Department of Education announced. The program honors public and private schools where students achieve at the highest levels, as well as schools that make notable progress in closing the achievement gap. Timber Ridge was honored for scoring in the top 10 percent on state assessments in reading, language arts and mathematics. Principal Dr. Tracie Doe will formally accept the award during an official ceremony Nov. 14-15 in Washington, DC. The Blue Ribbon Schools program began in 1982 as a means of recognizing many of the nation’s most successful schools. Schools that meet award criteria are nominated by state education officials and selected by the U.S. Department of Education. Timber Ridge is the 18th Cobb County school to earn this prestigious designation.

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On October 15, the Sprayberry High School Band of Gold is proudly hosting their 28th Annual Southern Invitational Music Festival at Sprayberry’s Jim Frazier Stadium. The Sprayberry Band is especially excited for this year’s event as the competitors will perform on the stadium’s new turf.

The Southern Invitational Music Festival, or SI as it is commonly known, is open to all high school marching bands in the Southeast, providing a non-competitive festival in the morning and an afternoon/evening competition. Trophies are awarded in all classes including the prestigious Dan Martin Award for Music Excellence.

For 27 years, bands from throughout Georgia, Tennessee, Alabama and North Carolina have come to showcase their marching band field shows. This is a wonderful opportunity for Northeast Cobb residents to experience the best high school bands in the Southeast perform and receive recognition for their achievements. Among the many bands already slated to take part in this year’s invitational is the awardwinning Pope High School Band who will perform in both the festival and competition.

“This invitational is important because it was originally organized as a service to music education, not as a fund raiser for our band,” stated Sprayberry Band Director Andy Esserwein. “The festival is also important because it gives young adults a place to be appreciated.”

There are four divisions in both the competitive and festival sections of the invitational. Judges for this distinguished event are known for their expertise and ability to be positive with input and evaluation. Bands ranging from 15 to 250 members perform throughout the day and night.

The festival begins at 10:00 a.m. with non-competitive performances. During the festival, expert judges evaluate a band’s performance and provide comments and critiques that are used to improve their shows.

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This event concludes with an exhibition performance in the evening by the Band of Gold followed shortly after with the awards ceremony headed by SI Founder and Sprayberry Band Director Emeritus, Mr. Dan Martin.

Martin was the acclaimed Sprayberry Band Director for 26 years until he retired in 2001. He established a tradition of music excellence at Sprayberry and created excellent band programs throughout Cobb County. His efforts continue to thrive in the SI festival. Martin maintains his active role at SI each year as the Awards Announcer.

To end the evening’s SI festivities, Sprayberry’s 125 member Band of Gold will take the field proudly wearing their new uniforms to perform an exhibition performance of their 2011 field show “Bases Loaded”. The band members and their families volunteer their time to work all aspects of the event giving the invitational a touch of personal pride.

Don Hamrick, who co-chairs the Southern Invitational with Mike King, has been involved with Sprayberry Band since 2007, when his son joined the Band of Gold as a trumpet player. His daughter is currently a sophomore mellophone player in the marching band.

“The hard work and dedication of our volunteers, both students and parents, is what makes this event one of the premier band events in the southeast,” said Hamrick. “This invitational has been going 27 years and that shows how much people who attend enjoy it. I am just happy to be a part of such a great event.”

Tickets can be bought the day of the invitational at the gate and are good for the entire day. An adult ticket is $10, student tickets are $5, and anyone age 6 and under is free.

There is a full service concession stand. Souvenirs and programs also available.

For a schedule or more information, go to www.southerninvitational.com or visit them on Facebook at www.facebook.comSouthernInvitationalMusicFestivalOfficial.

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Mt. Bethel Christian Academy Brings Tradition of Academic, Spiritual and Athletic Excellence to East Cobb Families Founded in 1998, East Cobb’s Mt. Bethel Christian Academy has maintained a reputation for excellence for more than a decade. With the addition of Jim R. Callis as head of school in July 2011, Mt. Bethel Christian Academy is poised to realize its potential as a world-class institution.

An educator for more than 20 years, Callis came to MBCA from St. Paul Christian Academy in Nashville.

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“I do this because it’s what God called me to do, and there’s not a day that I’m not reminded of that,” said Callis. “I couldn’t be

happy doing anything else.”

But Callis emphasizes that continuing the success of MBCA is not a one-man show. He credits the members of the Board and the exemplary staff for maintaining the highest standards of academic, athletic and spiritual excellence to prepare students for success in the area’s most competitive public, private and applicant-only programs.

More than 480 students are enrolled in grades K-8 at MBCA, which admits students of average to above-average ability. One of the greatest advantages of a Mt. Bethel education is small class size – kindergarten classes have only 18 students, grades 1-5 up to 20 and grades six through eight no more than 18. In addition to a classroom teacher, students in K-5 have the added benefit of a full-time teaching assistant in each classroom.

All teachers are certified and average 14 years of teaching experience. The majority hold a master’s degree or higher.

“The role models we have for our children are unsurpassed,” said Callis, adding that since a teacher is with students eight hours a day over a 170 day school year, they have an immeasurable influence on a child’s development.

Callis and his staff strive to challenge students while preparing them comprehensively for the realities of the world they will inherit. One of the hallmarks of a Mt. Bethel education is the integration of technology into the classroom curriculum. In addition to ActivBoards, SmartBoards, and student response systems, Mt. Bethel Christian Academy boasts 8 Mac labs, including iMac, iPad, iPod Touch, and MacBooks.

“We strive to prepare children well academically and spiritually, but we’d be remiss if we didn’t also prepare them to leverage technology in the most appropriate and effective ways,” Callis said.

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ss Students working on the computers are: Clifton Shepherd, Laney Brooks, Ellen Williams, Bailey Yeager, Kaitlin Miniutti, and Stephen Tonge. In the row behind, Nick Couch.

potential. Partly because of our investment in technology, but more importantly because of our investment in people.”

As a non-denomintional faith-based school, MBCA offers a Christ-centered approach that is evident in many areas such as the servant leadership requirement for students. A championship sports program is an important part of the middle school experience and MBCA fields teams in baseball, basketball, cheerleading, cross country, golf, soccer, tennis and volleyball. The teams compete in the North Atlanta Metro League and were three time recipients of the NAML cup for the best overall sports program.

Mt. Bethel Christian Academy operates on a rolling admission basis. Students must complete admissions testing prior to acceptance. Tours for parents of prospective students are offered every Wednesday at 10am. Parent-only open houses for the 2011-12 school year will be held on November 9, January 18 and January 26 at 10am.

Mt. Bethel Christian Academy is located at 4385 Lower Roswell Road in East Cobb, adjacent to Mt. Bethel United Methodist Church. For more information, contact Rhea Adkins, Director of Admission, at 770-9710245 or visit them online at www.mtbethelchristian.org.

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Mt. Bethel Christian Academy Open Houses November 9 • January 18 • January 26 10am

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Private School Guide While the public schools in East Cobb County do a good job of providing a quality education, many East Cobb parents seek out “a better fit” for their junior scholars. Finding a quality private school can be a daunting task. As a first step, take a look at our sixth annual list of private schools. Many of these schools will be hosting Open Houses this month, and quite a few have registration deadlines in January or February. So if you are considering private education, now is the time to investigate your options.

Atlanta Academy, The 2000 Holcomb Woods Parkway Roswell 30076 678-461-6102 www.atlantaacademy.com Tuition: $7,400-$12,400 Grades: 18mos-8 Students: 220 Head of School: Angela Naples

Blessed Trinity Catholic High School 11320 Woodstock Road Roswell 30075 678-277-9083 www.btcatholic.org Tuition: $10,950 Grades: 9-12 Students: 960 Principal: Frank Moore

Chrysalis Experiential Academy 10 Mansell Court East, Suite 500 Roswell 30076 770-649-7077 www.chrysalisexp.org Tuition: 17,000-$20,000 Grades: 6-12 Students: 60 Director: Richard Becker

Cumberland Academy of Georgia 650 Mt. Vernon Highway NE Atlanta 30328 404-835-9000 www.cumberlandacademy.org Tuition: $19,900 Grades: 4-12 Students: 62 Principal: Don Sasso

Atlanta International School 2890 North Fulton Drive Atlanta 30305 404-841-3840 www.aischool.org Tuition: $18,092--$20,640 Grades: 4K-12 Students: 1,000 Headmaster: Kevin Glass

Brandon Hall School 1701 Brandon Hall Drive Atlanta 30350 770-394-8177 www.brandonhall.org Tuition: $25,000-$47,000 Grades: 5-12 Students: 140 Headmaster: Dr. John L. Singleton

Cottage School, The 700 Grimes Bridge Road Roswell 30075 770-641-8688 www.cottageschool.org Tuition: $22,950 Grades: 6-12 Students: 150 Director: Jacque Digieso

Davis Academy 8105 Roberts Drive Atlanta 30350 770-671-0085 www.davisacademy.org Tuition: $14,000-$17,000 Grades: K-8 Students: 630 Head of School: Amy Shafron

Atlanta Girls’ School 3254 Northside Parkway NW Atlanta 30327 404-845-0900 www.atlantagirlsschool.org Tuition: $19,200 Grades: 6-12 Students: 220 Head of School: Pinney L. Allen

Casa Montessori 150 Powers Ferry Road Marietta 30067 770-973-2731 www.casamontessori.com Tuition: $7,800-$10,100 Grades: PreK-6 Students: 160 Directors: Florence & Suzanne Johnson

Creative Career Academy 2108 Briarcliff Road Atlanta 30329 770-354-6535 www.creativecareeracademy.com

Tuition: $4,500 - $12,000 depending on grade level Grades: K - 12 Students: 8 full time and 24 part time students Head of School: Jessica Henley

Shreiner Academy delivers a solid preschool through 8th grade educational foundation. Our “whole child” focus on learning nurtures the cognitive, physical, psychological, emotional and social strengths of students through an experiential approach.

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Private School Guide East Cobb Christian School 4616 Roswell Road Marietta 30062 770-565-0881 www.eccs.org Tuition: $4,000-$7,000 Grades: K-8 Students: 130 Principal: Teresa Staley East Cobb Prep 3875 Shallowford Road Marietta 30062 770-649-0415 www.eastcobbprep.com Tuition: $10,244-$11,960 Grades: Infants-PreK Students: 150 Principal: Erin Fleishman Eastside Christian School 2450 Lower Roswell Road Marietta 30068 770-971-2332

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Tuition: $4,868-$6,710 Grades: K5-8 Students: 331 Head of School: Judith Cripps

Eaton Academy 1000 Old Roswell Lakes Parkway Roswell 30076 770-645-2673 www.EatonAcademy.org Tuition: $17,900-$18,900 Grades: K-12 Students: 100 President: Bridget Eaton-Partalis Epstein School, The 335 Colewood Way NW Sandy Springs 30328 404-250-5600 www.epsteinatlanta.org Tuition: $5,995-$17,880 Grades: 18mos-8 Students: 600 Head of School: Stan Beiner Faith Lutheran School 2111 Lower Roswell Road Marietta 30068 770-973-8921 www.faithmarietta.com/ school Tuition: $3,500-$6,675 Grades: 2 yrs-8 Students: 230 Principal: Jack D. Hibbs

Fellowship Christian School 10965 Woodstock Road Roswell 30075 770-641-6816 www.fellowshipchristianschool.org Tuition: $3,090-$12,717 Grades: K4-12 Students: 753 Headmaster: Bob Burris

Heiskell School, The 3260 Northside Drive NW Atlanta 30305 404-262-2233 www.heiskell.net Tuition: $4,355-$11,475 Grades: Preschool-8 Students: 275 Director: Cyndie Heiskell

Greenfield Hebrew Academy 5200 Northland Drive NE Atlanta 30342 404-843-9900 www.ghacademy.org Tuition: Call for info Grades: Infants-8 Students: 364 Head of School: Rabbi Lee Buckman

High Meadows School 1055 Willeo Road Roswell 30075 770-993-2940 www.highmeadows.org Tuition: $5,065-$15,505 Grades: Preschool-8 Students: 400 Head of School: Jay Underwood

Harvest Baptist School 3460 Kellogg Creed Road Acworth 30102 770-974-9091 www.harvestbaptistschool.org Tuition: $2,700-4,100 Grades: K3-12 Students: 80 Principal: Mr. Jamie Smithey

Holy Innocents’ Episcopal School 805 Mount Vernon Highway NW Atlanta 30327 404-255-4026 www.hies.org Tuition: $10,500-$20,510 Grades: Preschool-12 Students: 1,390 Head of School: Gene Bratek

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Private School Guide Holy Spirit Preparatory School 4449 Northside Drive Atlanta 30327 (Upper School) 4820 Long Island Drive Atlanta 30342 (Lower School) 4465 Northside Drive Atlanta 30327 (Preschool) 678-904-2811 www.holyspiritprep.org Tuition: $4,996-$18,671 Grades: PreK2-12 Students: 734 President: Gareth N. Genner Howard School, The 1192 Foster Street Atlanta 30318 404-377-7436 www.howardschool.org Tuition: $24,000-$25,750 Grades: K-12 Students: 230 Head of School: Marifred Cilella Lovett School, The 4075 Paces Ferry Road NW Atlanta 30327 404-262-3032 www.lovett.org Tuition: $18,470-$22,020 Grades: K-12 Students: 1,589 Headmaster: William S. Peebles IV

Lyndon Academy 485 Toonigh Road Woodstock 30188 770-926-0166 www.lyndonacademy.org Tuition: $7,000-$12,750 Grades: PreK-5 Students: 80 Headmaster: Linda Murdock

Mount Paran Christian School 1275 Stanley Road Kennesaw 30152 770-578-0182 www.mtparanschool.com Tuition: $2,857-$14,660 Grades: PreK3-12 Students: 1,207 Headmaster: Dr. David Tilley

Marist School 3790 Ashford Dunwoody Road NE, Atlanta 30319 770-457-7201 www.marist.com Tuition: $15,850 Grades: 7-12 Students: 1,080 Principal: Rev. Joel Konzen, S.M.

Mount Vernon Presbyterian School

Mill Springs Academy 13660 New Providence Road Alpharetta 30004 770-360-1336 www.millsprings.org Tuition: $20,069 Grades: 1-12 Students: 305 Headmaster: Robert W. Moore

471 Mt. Vernon Highway NE (PreK-6) 510 Mt. Vernon Highway NE (7-12)

Atlanta 30328 404-252-3448 www.mvpschool.com Tuition: $8,760-$16,430 Grades: PreK-12 Students: 775 Head of School: Dr. J. Brett Jacobsen

Mt. Bethel Christian Academy 4385 Lower Roswell Road Marietta 30068 770-971-0245 www.mtbethelchristian.org Tuition: $9,015-$10,800 Grades: PreK-8 Students: 486 Head of School: Jim R. Callis

North Cobb Christian School 4500 Lakeview Drive Kennesaw 30144 770-975-0252 www.ncchristian.org Tuition: $3,285-$10,995 Grades: K3-12 Students: 780 Head of School: Todd Clingman Omega Private Academy 2960 Shallowford Road Marietta 30066

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Tuition: $984/month Grades: Pre-K - 12 Students: 15 Head of School: Kathy Keeton

Pace Academy 966 W. Paces Ferry Road NW Atlanta 30327 404-262-1345 www.paceacademy.org Tuition: $18,850-$21,700 Grades: K-12 Students: 1,040 Head of School: Frederick Assaf

A school for all seasons, for all the right reasons.

Prospective Parent Open House Early Childhood through 8th Grade

Sunday, November 13 2:30pm - 4:00pm The Wood Acres School approach to education uses classical yet innovative curriculum, establishes challenging, achievable goals and offers a traditional educational setting which also cultivates creativity.

Join us at open house for a glimpse of how engaging school can be! www.woodacresschool.org

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Private School Guide

Early Start for Dream Jobs

Pathways Academy School for Dyslexia 4010 Canton Road, Ste. 120 Marietta 30066 770-973-5588 www.pathwaysacademy.org Tuition: $17,000 Grades: 1-6 Students: 25 Principal: Tina Pierson

Schenck School, The 282 Mt. Paran Road NW Atlanta 30327 404-252-2591 www.schenck.org Tuition: $24,835-$26,280 Grades: K-6 Students: 250 Head of School: Gena W. Calloway

Porter Academy 200 Cox Road Roswell 30075 770-594-1313 www.porteracademy.org Tuition: $18,000 Grades: PreK-8 Students: 60 Principal: Barbara Ramer

Shiloh Hills Christian School 260 Hawkins Store Road Kennesaw 30144 770-926-7729 www.shilohhills.com Tuition: $4,325-$7,345 Grades: PreK3-12 Students: 270 Principal: John D. Ward

Queen of Angels Catholic School 11340 Woodstock Road Roswell 30075 770-518-1804 www.qaschool.org Tuition: $6,900 Grades: K-8 Students: 504 Principal: Kathy Wood

Shreiner Academy 1340 Terrell Mill Road Marietta 30067 770-953-1340 www.shreiner.com Tuition: N/A Grades: 2K-8 Students: 200 Head of School: Sarah Walker

Riverside Military Academy 2001 Riverside Drive Gainesville 30501 770-532-6251 www.riversidemilitary.com Tuition: $17,150-$28,600 Grades: 7-12 Students: 347 Academic Dean: Jim Robison, Ph.D.

Sophia Academy 2880 Dresden Drive Atlanta 30341 404-303-8722 www.sophiaacademy.org Tuition: $20,200 Grades: K-9 Students: 100 Director: Marie S. Corrigan

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In the Right Environment We help students Pre-K - 8th who have difficulty with: • Reading • Spelling • Math • Social Skills • Dyslexia • Attention • Language Processing • Sensory Processing • Visual & Motor Skills

Visit our website: www.porteracademy.org Phone: 770-594-1313 200 Cox Rd. Roswell, GA 30075

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In one classroom, several students are engaged in 3D computer modeling. Next door, future chefs are concocting French pastries. And down the hall, designers are creating a jacket for a class project. Where do you find all of these classes under one roof?

Jessica Henley, creator and founder of Henley’s Haven Workshops for Kids and Creative Career Academy, describes her workshops and school as mini art institutes where students can explore their career interests at an early age. She began offering animation classes in 2008 with eight students in attendance. During this past summer, 270 students passed through her doors, gaining knowledge in a host of different disciplines.

The Henley’s Haven Workshops for Kids, which currently offers classes each Saturday and during the summer months, is located in Roswell. Here students grades K-12 can sign up for 1½ hour classes for 15 week semesters on Saturdays. During the summer, classes are offered on a weekly basis. Some of the subjects include animation and video game design, app development and web design, fashion design, photography, and digital filmmaking.

The success of Henley’s Haven Workshops has led her to start a full-time accredited private school for K-12 located on Briarcliff Rd. in Atlanta. Beginning in August 2011, this nontraditional school called Creative Career Academy allows for the same academic curriculum that students receive in public school. However, Henley’s students pick a “major” in school and can start their life skills training at an early age. Some of the courses offered are animation, video game design, digital filmmaking, IT/computer science, fashion design, culinary arts, acting, and interior design. Because the school schedule has specific days for academic and career courses, students who are home schooled can attend the days when career classes are taught.

Henley’s Haven Workshops for Kids is located at 770 Old Roswell Rd., Suite B-2500, Roswell, GA 30076.

For more information or to schedule a Saturday class for the upcoming 2012 semester, visit www.henleyworkshops.com or call 678/602-3675.

Creative Career Academy is located at 2108 Briarcliff Rd., Atlanta, GA 30329. For more information, visit www.creativecareeracademy.com or call 770/354-6535.

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Private School Guide St. Francis Day School 9375 Willeo Road Roswell 30075 770-641-8257 www.saintfrancisschools.com Tuition: $9,500-$16,500 Grades: PreK-8 Students: 500 Admissions: Ellen Brown

St. Jude The Apostle School 7171 Glenridge Drive NE Atlanta 30328 770-394-2880 www.saintjude.net Tuition: $6,656-$7,975 Grades: K-8 Students: 523 Principal: Zia Davis

St. Francis High School 13440 Cogburn Road Alpharetta 30004 678-339-9989 www.saintfrancisschools.com Tuition: $16,500-$17,250 Grades: 9-12 Students: 300 Admissions: Brandon Bryan

St. Martin’s Episcopal School 3110-A Ashford Dunwoody Road Atlanta 30319 404-237-4260 www.stmartinschool.org Tuition: $10,500-$16,000 Grades: PreK3-8 Students: 575 Headmaster: Rev. Dr. James E. Hamner

St. Joseph Catholic School 81 Lacy Street Marietta 30060 770-428-3328 www.stjosephschool.org Tuition: $5,791-$7,528 Grades: K-8 Students: 490 Principal: Patricia Allen

Swift School, The 300 Grimes Bridge Road Roswell 30075 678-205-4988 www.theswiftschool.org Tuition: $20,685 Grades: 1-7 Students: 166 Head of School: Richard J. Wendlek

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Private School Guide Trinity School 4301 Northside Parkway Atlanta 30327 404-231-8118 www.trinityatl.org Tuition: $2,500-$19,100 Grades: 3yrs-6 Students: 650 Principal: Stephen G. Kennedy Walker School, The 700 Cobb Parkway North Marietta 30062 678-581-6921 www.thewalkerschool.org Tuition: $10,040-$17,950 Grades: PreK-12 Students: 1,046 Head of School: Jack Hall Weber School, The 6751 Roswell Road Atlanta 30328 404-917-2500 www.weberschool.org Tuition: $20,880 Grades: 9-12 Students: 225 Head of School: Sim Pearl

Fellowship Fits Families

Westminster Schools, The 1424 West Paces Ferry Road NW Atlanta 30327 404-355-8673 www.westminster.net Tuition: $18,375-$21,315 Grades: Pre1st-12 Students: 1,855 Principal: William Clarkson IV Whitefield Academy 1 Whitefield Drive Mableton 30126 678-305-3000 www.whitefieldacademy.com Tuition: $9,400-$18,750 Grades: PreK4-12 Students: 646 Headmaster: Dr. John H. Lindsell Wood Acres School, The 1772 Johnson Ferry Road Marietta 30062 770-971-1880 www.woodacresschool.org Tuition: $3,000-$9,000 Grades: Preschool-7 Students: 450 Head of School: Judy Thigpen

Mill Springs Academy “Success in School…Success in Life” 1-12 Coed – Small Classes Structured, Supportive Environment College Preparatory Laptop Program Athletic Programs Extended Day Program Music, Art, Drama Summer Programs SACS / SAIS Accredited “Thanks to Mill Springs Academy my dyslexic son was able to compete for and win academic scholarships to college.”

MSA parent Barbara Talbott

Open House Wednesdays at 9:00 a.m.

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770.360.1336 | www.millsprings.org 13660 New Providence Road, Alpharetta, GA 30004-3413 Mill Springs Academy maintains a non-discriminatory admissions policy in regard to race, creed, color, sex, religion, national or ethnic origin.

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Annual Mistletoe Market Set for October 12-15 Metro Atlanta shoppers can plan to get an early start on their holiday gift giving at the 21sth Annual Mistletoe Market hosted by the Junior League of Cobb-Marietta (JLCM). The JLCM’s Mistletoe Market is a 3½ day shopping event held at the Cobb County Civic Center located at 548 South Marietta Parkway in Marietta, Georgia. This year’s Market will take place Wednesday evening, October 12th, and all day Thursday, October 13th, through Saturday, October 15th.

More than 50 merchants from across the Southeast will offer the latest trends in apparel, jewelry, children’s clothing and gifts, home and garden accents, gourmet food products and culinary treats, specialty gift items, and holiday apparel and accessories. The Market will be kicked off with a Preview Shopping Night to be held from 6 – 9 p.m. on Wednesday, October 12th, and will include exclusive merchant discounts, a silent auction, cocktails and hors d’oeuvres and live music by oldies band, Flashback.

In addition, throughout the weekend there will be performances by local choral and dance groups to entertain shoppers and a raffle giving shoppers opportunities to win some fabulous prizes. Bring a new toy during day hours

on Thursday through Saturday to help support Toys for Tots and receive a $1 off your admission ticket! Sponsors for this year’s Market include Belk, Cobb EMC, Dirt Cheep Music, Henry’s Uptown, Little Black Dress/Little Red Wagon, and Miss Mamie’s Cupcakes, Cakes and Such.

As the largest fund raiser for the JCLM, Mistletoe Market is a wonderful opportunity to shop for high quality items while helping fund community projects supported by the JLCM. Each year, the Junior League of CobbMarietta’s financial impact is more than $200,000 through annual grants and volunteer hours being given to various community projects and agencies in Cobb County, including The Center for Children & Young Adults, The Center for Family Resources, The Cobb County Safety Village, The Cobb County Youth Museum, Communities in Schools Marietta/Cobb County, Omosaze, SafePath, Sheltering Grace Ministries and The YWCA Northwest Georgia.

Founded in 1933, the Junior League of Cobb-Marietta is an organization of more than 500 women committed to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of our members and improving the community through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. Our purpose is exclusively educational and charitable.

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Vendor Applications are now being accepted for Mt. Bethel UMC for their annual Ribbons and Holly Market on November 5. Contact Cindie Wertz Mt. Bethel UMC at 4385 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta, at 770-973-6471 or cjbwertz@ bellsouth.net.

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Through October 21

The True Story of the 3 Little Pigs! There are two sides to every story. In this adaptation of the popular Vendor Applications are now being accepted for children’s book, the Wolf has his day in court to Hightower Trail Middle School for their upcoming tell his side of the story. The True Story of the 3 Little Holiday Shoppe and Craft Fair. Contact Katonya Pigs! is a thrilling courtroom dram-edy with music, la r Fo , visit Smith at ksmithhomes@yahoo.com. puppets and ham! The Wolf pleads his case to a this month ber.com b stco courtroom full of pigs, and you decide if he’s guilty www.ea Every Saturday or not! Set to music with a rockabilly score, everyone Marietta Square Farmers Market featuring products is sure to oink and squeal to their delight! (And nobody that are grown and produced in Georgia, including gets eaten!) For children ages 4 and older. Tuesday-Friday: produce, plants, honey, breads, cheese and other items.

10am. Sunday: 2:30pm. $12/adults. $8/children. Theatre in 9am-12pm. Rain or shine. Through November. Glover Parkthe Square, 11 Whitlock Avenue, Marietta. More info/tickets: Marietta Square. More info: 770-49-9393 or 770-422-8369 or www.theatreinthesquare.com. www.maiettasquarefarmersmarket.net.

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Ghost-Writer. A fastidious secretary types as the famous author dictates – or does he? But who is she conversing with and who’s doing the writing? A romantic mystery that’s clever, witty, and thoughtful. Tuesday-Saturday: 8pm. Sunday: 2:30pm & 7pm (except Sunday, 10/30 - no 7 pm performance). Wednesday, 10/26 only: 2:30pm. $24.

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Northeast Cobb Business Association Business Expo, with over 50 businesses showcasing their products and services and opportunities to share ideas with other fellow business owners. Door prizes, food and cash bar. Free admission.

3-8pm. Pinetree Country Club, 3400 McCollum Pkwy NW, Kennesaw. More info: www.northeastcobbba.org.

October 6-7

Mt. Zion Preshool 6th Annual Market Place and Bake Sale.

Sweet treats and great shopping all under one roof with handmade creations by talented preschool moms. 9:30am1:30pm. Mt. Zion Preschool, 1770 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta. More info: 770-971-1478.

October 6-9 & 13-16

Certified Teen Driving Course offered by Safe America Foundation, licensed by the State of Georgia Department of Driver Services. Students will attend the state-required 30 hours of classroom training after which they must complete the required behind-the-wheel training individually within 6 months. Fridays: 5-9pm. Saturdays: 9am-4pm. Sundays: 1-5pm. $150/30-hour classroom only. $459/classroom + 6 hours behind the wheel training. $559/classroom + 10 hours behind the wheel training. The Safe America Foundation, 2480 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta. More info: 770-973-7233.

October 7-8

10th Annual Fall Into Crafts Marketplace sponsored by the St. Andrew United Methodist Women. Featuring 46 exhibitors, the show includes jewelry, painting, soap, hand-knitted items, wooden toys, silent auction and food. All proceeds will be donated to missions. Friday: 9:30am-5pm. Saturday: 10am4pm. St. Andrew United Methodist Church, Keheley Building, 3455 Canton Road, Marietta. More info: 770-926-3488.

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Noises Off, a comedy-within-a-comedy capturing a touring theatre troupe’s production of Nothing On in three stages: dress rehearsal, the opening performance, and a performance toward the end of the run. Each performance is portrayed from behind the scenes, progressing from flubbed lines and missed cues in the dress rehearsal to mounting friction between cast members in the final performance.

Presented by the Mountainview Art Alliance and CenterStage North. Fridays & Saturdays: 8pm, except Saturday, October 8 Dinner Theater: 6:30pm ($25). Sundays: 2pm. $12. The Art Place, 3330 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta: More info: 770-5092700, 770-516-3330 or www.centerstagenorth.org.

October 8

4th Annual Athletes Helping Athletes 5K Run/Walk & 1 mile Noon Day Nature Trail Walk benefiting the Southeastern Greyhound Club and its programs. Registration/packet pick up starts at 6:30am. Race starts at 8:30am. $30 race day.

Pope and Land Office (Barrett Summit Office Park), 1990 Vaughn Road, Kennesaw. More info: 770-222-2235 or 5k@greyhoundadoption.org.

Ryder 5K & Festival. 7am Registration. 8am Race. $20 includes “Carve Out Cancer” pumpkin race shirt and race bag. Online registration at www.active.com. Post race festival will have prizes and giveaways, DJ, inflatable, face painting, pumpkin decorating, cake walk and refreshments.

Dodgen Middle School, 1725 Bill Murdock Road, Marietta.

More info: 770-578-2726.

Fall Farm Days at Smith Plantation featuring artisan exhibits and demonstrations pertaining to life on a 19th century farm, including living history exhibits and activities such as blacksmithing, spinning, weaving and open hearth cooking.

Children’s activities include period games, a farm animals petting zoo, wagon rides, crafts, farm chores, and gold and gem panning (for $5). Attendees will be able to take home the gold and gems that they find. 11am-3pm. 950 Forrest Street, Roswell. More info: 770-641-3978 or www.archibaldsmithplantation.org.

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Unity North Atlanta Church’s First Golf Scramble, followed by dinner, music, raffle and awards. 2pm. $98/Singleton. $350/ Foursome. Bridge Mill Golf Course, 1190 Bridge Mill Avenue, Canton. More info: 678-819-9100 or angie_jcard@yahoo.com.

Marietta Grassroots Music Festival, a music festival hosting bands from across metro Atlanta to showcase our local talent. 2-8pm. Free. Marietta Square. More info: www.mariettagrassroots.org.

October 8-9

2nd Annual International Fall Festival featuring music, food, an outdoor market, church tours and fun activities for children.

Saturday: 10am-5pm. Sunday: 1-5pm. $1 admission. St. Mary of Egypt Orthodox Church, 1765 Woodstock Road, Roswell. More info: 770-640-1780 or www.stmaryofegypt.org.

October 12-15

Mistletoe Market presented by the Junior League of CobbMarietta. Merchants from the Atlanta area and beyond will offer the latest in apparel, jewelry, children’s clothing, gifts, home and garden accents, gourmet food, specialty items, and holiday apparel and accessories. Proceeds help fund community projects. Wednesday, Preview Shopping Night ($20 admission): 6-9pm. Thursday & Friday: 9am6pm. Saturday: 9am-4pm. $8. Free/ages 10 and under.

Bring a new, unwrapped toy for Toys for Tots and get $1 off $8 general admission ticket. Cobb Civic Center, 528 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta. More info: www.jlcm.org.

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October 13

Drugs Don’t Work: How to Save 7.5 Percent on Workers’ Comp Seminar presented by Cobb Chamber of Commerce.

8-10am. Free event. Registration required by noon, October 12. Cobb Chamber of Commerce, 240 Interstate North Parkway, Atlanta. More info: 770-980-2000 or www.cobbchamber.org.

Hoops2Heaven Basketball registration for the 2011-2012 Fall/ Winter season. Open to ages 4 through 18. Season runs from November 8 through February 20. Mt. Zion UMC, 1770 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta. More info: 770-971-1465, ext.

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October 14

Cobb Executive Women Luncheon. Program: Fall fashion show. 11:30am. $20 on line by noon October 12. $35 at door. The Mansour Center, 995 Roswell Street, Marietta.

More info: 770-980-2000 or www.cobbchamber.org.

October 14-15

Science and Faith: Friends or Foes? Explore questions such as: Are faith and science really in conflict? What is the scientific evidence for life and the universe being intelligently designed? Is theistic evolution a valid alternative? And what are the implications of Darwinian theory for society?

Sponsored by Discovery Institute for Science & Culture.

Friday: 7am-9:15pm. Saturday: 8:45am-12:30pm. Johnson Ferry Baptist Church, 955 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta.

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Cobb Library Book Sale will include soft-cover and hard-back books, magazines, text books, DVD and VHS movies and children’s books. Prices range from 10 cents to $5. Proceeds will enable the library staff to purchase new materials, including books and DVDs. Book sale volunteers needed as well. 9am-5pm. Jim R. Miller Park, 2245 Callaway Road, Marietta. More info: 770-528-2342 or www.cobbcat.org.

Cobb Classic Rodeo. 8-10pm. $15/adults. $12/children.

Free/under 5. Jim Miller Park, 2245 Callaway Road, Marietta.

More info: 770-684-7277.

October 15

Fitness Festival at Lifequest Fitness. Free fun, entertainment, live music, BBQ, kids’ games, giveaways, raffle, free workout weekend, and free fitness assessment. 9am-4pm. Lifequest Fitness, 4930 Davidson Road, Marietta.

More info: 770-971-0557.

East Cobb Market sponsored by Friends & Family Chiropractic.

Shopping, food, music and fun for the entire family. 10am4pm. 2500 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta.

More info: 770-485-0322.

27th Annual Southern Invitational Music Festival hosted by the Sprayberry Band of Gold. Bands from across the Southeast will be performing and competing. $10/adults. $5/students.

Free/ages 6 & under. Cash only. 10am-10pm. Sprayberry High School Jim Frazier Stadium, 2525 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta. More info: Don Hamrick, 770-928-2359; Mike King, 770-639-6759; or www.southerninvitational.com.

Metamorphosis: The Beauty and Design of Butterflies, a documentary challenging the Darwinian evolution sponsored

by Discovery Institute for Science & Culture. 3-5pm. Free.

Registration required. Earl Smith Strand Theatre, 117 N. Park Square, Marietta. More info: Janine Dixon, 1-800-865-0632, ext. 108 or www.metamorphosisthefilm.com/screenings.php.

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Wine Tasting Fundraiser at Vino 100. $10 includes wine, hors d’oeuvres, and live music. 50% of the proceeds go to Angels Among Us Pet Rescue. 4:30-6:30pm. Vino 100, 131 South Main Street, Alpharetta. More info: 404-895-3999.

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Pet Adoption. Angels Among Us Pet Rescue will host pet adoptions near the fountain at The Avenue East Cobb.

11am-3pm. Stop by their table to decorate a pet bowl. The Avenue East Cobb, 4475 Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: 404-895-3999 or www.angelsrescue.org.

Annual Sukkot Festival hosted by Chabad of Cobb. Carnival booths and rides, music, food and more for the young and old. 4-6pm. East Cobb Park, 3322 Roswell Road, Marietta.

More info: 770-565-4412 or www.chabadofcobb.com.

October 17

NASA (North Atlanta Soccer Association) Golf & Tennis Tournament. Golf: Four man scramble format, shotgun start at 10am. Check in starts at 8:30am. $125/player. Tennis: Doubles team. Start at 11am. Check in starts at 10:15am. $75/player. Pine Tree Golf & Country Club, 3400 McCollum Parkway NW, Kennesaw. More info: Ray Tomlin, 404-667-8913 or www.nasa-ga.org.

October 19

East Cobb Wine and Vine Market/20th Annual Silent Auction and Wine Tasting sponsored by the East Cobb Civitan Club and the Friends for the East Cobb Park. Proceeds will help support the East Cobb Park and Camp Big Heart as well as scholarships and other community projects for the aged, homeless, handicapped and needy. Auction and wine tasting starts promptly at 6pm and includes hors d’oeuvres.

Sponsorships available. 5:30-11pm. $20. Must be at least 21 years old to attend. Indian Hills Country Club, 4001 Clubland Drive, Marietta. More info: 678-548-9635.

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Barrington Hall’s Wednesday Lecture Series: Atlanta’s Historic Oakland Cemetery will be the topic presented by David Moore, Executive Director of Historic Oakland Cemetery.

Reservations recommended due to limited space. $5. Doors open at 6:30pm. Presentation starts at 7pm. Barrington Hall, 535 Barrington Drive, Roswell. More info: 770-640-3855.

Evening with History. Bruce Stewart will be speaking on his book Invisible Hero which tells the story of Patrick Cleburne who was the victor at Pickett’s Mill. 7-9pm. Reservations requested. Free/members. $5/non-members. Marietta Museum of History, 1 Depot Street, Suite #200, Marietta.

More info: 770-794-5710.

October 21

Cobb County Master Gardeners Lunch and Learn: “Gardening for Butterflies” presented by Debra Stockton.

Learn about some traditional methods as well as some unconventional techniques that will attract some other garden lovelies! Bring your lunch. 12-1pm. Water Quality Lab, 662 South Cobb Drive, Marietta. More info: 770-5284070 or www.cobbmastergardeners.org.

Walton High School Homecoming Parade with floats, football players, cheerleaders, the Walton marching band, candy and lots of Raider spirit! From Sewell Mill and Old Canton down to Bill Murdock Road. 2:45pm. Shuttle service available from 1pm from the Walton baseball field, 1590 Bill Murdock Road, Marietta. More info: 770-578-3225.

Primrose School of Sprayberry Anniversary Celebration.

4-6pm. Students, parents and teachers that were with the school from October 1991 to present are invited to join the celebration. Primrose School of Sprayberry, 2531 E. Piedmont Road, Marietta. More info: Jenn Conway, 770-578-4832 or www.primrosesprayberry.com.

Family Craft Fair. 10am-5pm. Marietta Church of God, 1083 Allgood Road, Marietta. More info: 770-971-4232 or www.mariettachurchofgod.com.

October 22

Multi-Family Garage Sale – Fainview Farms Neighborhood.

Tons of clothes, toys, household and seasonal items, furniture, decorative items. 8am-4pm. Fainview Farms is located off Powers Ferry Road between Woodlawn and Johnson Ferry Road, beginning on Connemara Drive.

Sassy Sitter Story-Book-Art Saturday. Come have fun with art as we read Dr. Pompo’s Nose. 2nd-5th grade. Free.

Reservations required as space is limited. Sassy Sitter, 2520 Shallowford Road, Marietta. More info: 678-478-3002.

Together in Song presented by Georgia Symphony Orchestra Chorus under the direction of Bryan Black. 8pm. $10-$15. Marietta First United Methodist Church, 56 Whitlock Avenue NW, Marietta. More info: 770-429-7016 or www.georgiasymphony.org.

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Kennesaw Kennel Club AKC Dog Show, obedience trial and rally trial. Canine Costume Contest on Saturday. Jim Miller Park, 2245 CallawayRoad, Marietta. More info: www.marietta.com/kennesaw-kennel-club-akc-dog-show.

October 23

Boxerstock 2011, an all-day music festival benefiting Atlanta Boxer Rescue. Vendors, concession stand, canine demonstrations, silent auction and activities for the whole family. $8/adults. $12/children 12 and under. Volunteers will also provide microchipping for $25/dog. Be sure to bring proof of ownership and immunization records to get microchipped. 12-6pm. Jim Miller Park, 2245 Callaway Road, Marietta. More info: www.boxerstock.org.

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Dvorak’s New World Symphony. Celebrate the opening of the Cobb Symphony Orchestra’s 60th Anniversary Season with Music Director Michael Alexander and 2001 Cleveland Piano Competition winner Roberto Plano.

Program includes Dvorak’s most famous Symphony No. 9 ‘New World’. $10-$50. Saturday: 8pm. Sunday: 3pm.

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

October 24

Calling All Diapers, a Cobb County-wide campaign to collect diapers for low-income families through the month of October will collect all diapers at 5pm. All donated diapers will be given to MUST Ministries and C.A.M.P. for distribution to help ease some of the burden of the hundreds of families with infants that enter their doors.

5pm. Glover Park on the Marietta Square.

October 25

Red Cross Blood Drive. 3-8pm. St. Catherine’s Episcopal Church, 571 Holt Road, Marietta. More info: 770-971-2839 or www.stcatherines.org.

How the Political Earthquakes in the Arab World Affect the Middle East, Israel and The United States will be addressed by speaker David Schenker, Senior Fellow and Director of the Program on Arab Politics at The Washington Institute for Near East Policy and former senior advisor on The Arab World to the Secretary of Defense. 7:30pm. Congregation Etz Chaim, 1190 Indian Hills Parkway Marietta. More info: Rabbi Paul Kerbel, 770-973-0137 or www.etzchaim.net.

October 27

Guided Tour of the Strand. Get a behind-the-scenes peek at the Earl Smith Strand Theatre. Learn about the history of the theatre dating back to the 1930s, recent renovation efforts and fun facts about the theatre business. 11am. $5.

Earl Smith Strand Theatre, 117 North Park Square, Marietta.

More info: 770-293-0080 or www.earlsmithstrand.org.

October 27

Adopt-A-Stream Bacteria Monitoring workshop presented

by Cobb County Water System. Bacteria monitoring volunteers will be given the tools and training necessary to analyze the presence of E. coli bacteria in their local streams. Those interested in volunteering are required to attend a certification workshop as well as adopt their waterway site. Bacteria monitoring is done once per month and requires a one year commitment. 6-8:30pm.

Cobb County Water Quality Lab 662 South Cobb Drive, Marietta. More info: 770-528-1482, www.cobbstreams.org or www.georgiaadoptastream.com. www.eastcobber.com

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Cosmic Costume Bowling. Two hours of bowling, buffet, soft drinks, and cash bar. Contests for best costume/team name, raffle & more! $20 per person or $70 for a team of 4. All proceeds go to Corrigan Care to benefit the goal of opening a day care center catering to the needs of special needs children and their families. Brunswick Zone Xl, 775 Cobb Place Blvd., Kennesaw, GA. For more info: visit www.corrigancare.org.

October 28-29

Yard Sale benefitting The Extension addiction recovery services. Household items, toys, sporting goods, electronics, tools, clothing, etc. as well as hot dogs and baked goods will be on sale. Donations are also being accepted. Friday: 8am3pm. Saturday: 8am-12pm. The Extension Men’s Campus, 1507 Church Street Ext., Marietta. More info: 770-590-9075.

October 28-31

Terrell Mill Open/Senior Singles Classic Tennis Tournament.

MW (Open, 35, 45, 55, 65, 75, 85). Entry fee: $17. Online registration deadline: October 25. Terrell Mill Tennis Center, 480 Terrell Mill Road SE, Marietta. More info: 770-644-2771 or www.USTA.com.

October 29-30

Georgia Youth Symphony Orchestra and Chorus Concert presenting Sinfonia, Chamber Music. Saturday: 3pm.

Sunday: 4pm & 7:30pm. $5. Dr. Bobbie Bailey Performance Center, Kennesaw State University, 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw. More info: 770-429-7016 or www.georgiasymphony.org.

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October 30

Fall Festival. Safe Halloween alternative. Food and games for the whole family. 5pm. Free. Eastside Baptist Church, 2450 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: 770-971-2323 or www.ebcfamily.org.

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ONE…A Broadway Review presented by Walton High School Drama students. 7pm. Sunday: 2pm & 7pm. Tickets available at door. $5/student. $10/adult. Walton High School, 1590 Bill Murdock Road, Marietta. More info: 770557-1245 or bhmcloughlin@gmail.com.

November 5

3rd Annual Paw-casso Art Show presented by Animals Deserve Better to raise funds and increase public awareness on the need for service/assistance dogs, spay/neuter programs, and the need for humane and disaster education in our community. An auction and Pets FURever Poster Competition featuring artwork donated by public, private and home schooled students residing in Cobb County.

10am-3pm. The Mountain View Community Center, 3400 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta. More info: 770-402-0297 or www.animalsdeservebetter.com.

19th Annual Ribbons & Holly Handcrafted Market with a great selection of vendors, unique gifts and objects of art, silent auction and live entertainment. 9am-5pm. Mt. Bethel United Methodist Church, 4385 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: 770-971-2880.

November 11-12

Johnson Ferry Baptist Church Fall Sample Sale benefitting the Senior High Choir. Apparel, accessories, and gifts from 40 vendors, including some from the Atlanta Apparel Mart.

9am-4pm. Johnson Ferry Baptist Church, 955 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta. More info: 770-795-3224.

26th Annual Mt. Zion Craft Show sponsored by the Mt. Zion United Methodist Women, featuring 52 artists and crafters, door prize, silent auction, pictures with Santa, bake sale, and more. All proceeds benefit local and church mission projects and charities. Friday: 9am-5pm. Saturday: 9am-4pm. Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, 1770 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta. More info: 770-971-1465 or www.mtzionumw.org.

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Halloween Happenings The EAST COBBER has collected a few local magical events and haunted happenings for you to enjoy this Halloween season.

Scary-etta

Sassy Sitter’s Open “Day of the Dead” House

October 1-31 Step aboard the trolley for a spirited 90 minute fully-narrated ride through Marietta. The ghost tours are all 90 minutes of thrills and chills based on history and documented accounts of ghostly encounters. There is a walk of about 2 blocks. $25.00 (plus tax)/ Adults. $12.00 (plus tax)/Children (12 and under). Limited space.

Advance reservations required. More info: The Historic Marietta Trolley Co., 770-425-1006 or www.ghostsofmarietta.com.

October 16 Celebrate this Mexican holiday with art projects, games, snacks, face painting and scull head cookies to decorate and eat. 1-4pm.

Sassy Sitter, 2520 Shallowford Road, Marietta. More info: 678-478-3002.

Pumpkin Patch - Mt. Zion UMC

Spooktacular

October 2-31 Buy a pumpkin here, plus stickers, candy and a great photo spot. Through October 16: Sundays-Fridays: 12:30-8:30pm.

Saturdays: 9:30am-8:30pm. October 17-31: Mondays-Saturdays: 9:30am-8:30pm. Sundays: 12:20-8:30pm. Party in the Patch on Saturday, October 22, 11am-3pm. 1770 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta. More info: 770-509-2700.

October 21 Come in your best Halloween costume and dance the night away with a DJ. Best costume wins a prize. 6-8pm. $5/members. $8/non-members. McCleskey-East Cobb YMCA, 1055 East Piedmont Road, Marietta. More info: 770-977-5991.

The Haunted Museum-Villians in History Pumpkin Patch- Powers Ferry UMC October 8-31 Powers Ferry UMC, 245 Powers Ferry Road, Marietta. More info: 770-973-5271.

Pumpkin Patch- St. Andrew United Methodist Church October 5-31 Pumpkins, gourds, Indian corn and more for purchase. All proceeds from the patch support the Youth Ministry and Missions of St. Andrew United Methodist Church. More info: 770-926-3488 or www.thepumpkinchurch.org.

Paranoia Haunted House October 6-8, 13-15, 20-22, 24-31 Murdering maniacs, ghostly ghouls, and unexpected horror around every turn. Thursdays: 7-11pm. Fridays, Saturdays & Halloween: 7pm-midnight. $22/ticket or $40/pass. 10895 Alpharetta Highway, Roswell. More info: www.paranoishauntedhouse.com.

35rd Annual Harvest Square Arts and Crafts Festival/Halloween Happenings/ Scarecrows on the Square October 15 This year’s festival will combine all three events into a day of family fun. Local and area artists and craftspeople will showcase their painting, pottery, woodwork, metal, jewelry, glass, fabric and floral designs. Games, activities and prizes. Scarecrow contest, children’s costume contest, and pet costume contest.

9-Noon. Marietta Square. More info: 770-794-5601 or www.mariettaga.gov.

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October 21-22 Come travel through time with some of the strangest and most terrifying figures who have ever lived. This year’s festivities include our Waxworks of Horror. And you won’t want to miss The Black Box at the end of the tour! $7.50/adults. $5.50/ages 10-12.

Friday: 6-10pm. Saturday: 5-10pm. The Southern Museum, 2829 Cherokee Street, Kennesaw. More info: 770-427-2117.

Halloween Hikes October 21, 22, 28 & 29 Get ready to take a walk on the wild side and meet some wonderful costumed woodland creatures at night! Experience the mystery of a short half mile guided night hike through the lighted woodland trails where you’ll meet friendly costumed forest creatures who will delight you with their dramatic antics.

Join us for an evening full of music and fun activities with wholesome refreshments available for purchase. Kids are encouraged to wear their costumes and have their photo made with our roaming characters. Enjoy hot chocolate or sip apple cider and relax by the campfire. Live animal presentations will accent the experience of nature at night. Tickets are $8 for all ages, Children two and under are free. Tickets: 6:30-9 pm. Hikes start at 7pm. The trails are not suitable for strollers and children must be accompanied by adults at all times. Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell. More info: 770-992-2055 or www.chattnaturecenter.org.

Trunk or Treat & Chili Cook-Off October 22 St. Andrew United Methodist Church, 3455 Canton Rd. Marietta.

More info: 770-926-3488 or www.thepumpkinchurch.org.

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Night Chills, Tales of Mystery and Terror by Edgar Allan Poe October 27, 29 & 30 Presented by Pope High School’s Drama Club. Groups of brave souls will be guided to his writing table on the strike of the hour beginning at 6pm. The show consists of 5 scenes, with a different tale beginning each hour. Choose your tale and if you live to tell about it, come view another. Each visit to Poe’s world costs $5, or you can purchase a wristband that allows you to see all 5 scenes that night for the creepy cost of $13. Donations of canned and non-perishable food as well as monetary donations will also be accepted at the door for MUST Ministries. Pope High School, 3001 Hembree Road, Marietta. More info: Kimberley Walters, 770-865-8187 or www.popetheater.org.

Fall Festival of Fun October 29 Sponsored by Cobb County Recreation Department, Cobb Safe Kids and Cobb County 4-H. Enjoy carnival games, crafts, trick or treating, costume contest, the Mad Hatter contest, hayrides and all sorts of ghoulish fun. Be sure to bring a bag for candy.

4-7pm. Cobb Safety Village, 1220 Al Bishop Drive, Marietta.

More info: 770-852-3270.

STrand’s Zombie Invasion Movie Marathon and 1st Annual Marietta Zombie Walk October 29 With the choice of a day pass or individual movie tickets, zombie lovers can enjoy zombie classics from each decade preceding George Romero’s groundbreaking Night of the Living Dead which will cap off the event. See movie schedule at www.earlsmithstrand.org. During a break in the marathon at 6pm, the Marietta Zombie Walk with take over the square and streets of Marietta as participants dressed as the fearless undead parade through the city in search of brains. Costumes of all types are encouraged for the movie marathon and zombies that are willing to moan and gurgle to bartenders can enjoy bar specials. Before the first and last set of movies, at 1:30pm and 7:30pm, there will be a live spooky sing along and pre show on the Mighty Allen Theatre Organ. The undead are encouraged to help the living by bringing donated canned goods to benefit MUST Ministries. The Infestation (Gathering Time) starts at 5pm in Glover Park with The Feeding (The ZombieWalk) starting promptly at 6pm. Earl Smith Strand Theatre, 117 North Park Square, Marietta. More info: 770-2930080 or www.earlsmithstrand.org.

Inaugural Haunted Hustle 5K October 29 Benefits Marietta’s Police Athletic League. 5K Haunted Hustle: 5pm. Starts at SPSU and ends at Life University. Graveyard Scramble (1 mile fun run): 6pm. Barclay Circle at Life University.

Entry Fees/Registration: $20 before October 21; $15 after October 21 & Race Day. Also: Yellow Brick Road Tot Trot, Halloween-themed movie, Costume Contest, Graveyard Ghouls BBQ and more. More info: www.life.edu/haunted_hustle.

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Should Your Pet Be Our Pet of the Month?

Pet of the Month: Smokey Joe Submitted by Sybil Green

Fill out the information on your pet and send it to: EAST COBBER, P.O. Box 672121, Marietta, GA 30006-0036

Animal/Breed: Domestic Cat Age & Gender: 2-year-old male Favorite Food: Wet cat food Favorite Person: House guests Best Trick: S-T-R-E-T-C-H-I-N-G Turn Ons: Full food bowl Turn Offs: Empty food bowl Favorite Toy: Live outdoor critters Last Seen: Sleeping late every morning What makes your cat so special: He’s my only pet

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Good Mews Encouraging Adoption of Black Cats With Black-Cat-A-Thon!

Please visit Good Mews during the month of October for their annual Black-Cat-AThon! Black cats can be loving and sweet pets if given the chance. In fact, did you know that black cats are considered lucky in Britain, Japan and Australia, among other places? Unfortunately, black cats in the U.S. are often passed over by potential adopters and never given the opportunity to prove how much love they can bring. Sometimes superstition prevents families from ss Lisa Domzalski, Good Mews adopting black cats. Other Animal Foundation times they just aren’t noticed.

Whatever the reason, oftentimes black cats stay at the shelter for many months, or even years, longer than their more colorful friends. Please help us change the luck of a black cat at Good Mews by giving her a new and loving home. It will be your lucky day, too. Good Mews will have a reduced adoption fee of $77 and a gift bag for all black cats who are adopted during the month of October. Cat lovers can

take advantage of their 2 for the price of 1 special which is being offered on all cats through the end of the year. Visit www.goodmews.org to view pictures and learn more about some of Good Mews’ black cats. Good Mews also has black kittens who may not be listed on the website.

The Good Mews shelter, located at 736 Johnson Ferry Rd. Suite A-3, Marietta, will be open for adoptions between the hours of 10 am and 4 pm every Saturday, the first and third Sunday of the month between the hours of 1 pm and 4 pm, and by appointment.

Good Mews Animal Foundation is 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 residents, offering them comfort and security while assertive adoption programs find them happy, loving homes. They have 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.

To join this growing organization, or to find out more about what you can do to help, call 770-499-CATS (2287) or visit www.goodmews.org.

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dining guide American Brunswick Zone XL 775 Cobb Place Blvd.

Kennesaw 30144 770-427-7679 www.bowlbrunswick.com 10am-2am Newly renovated (from U.S. Play) with a new menu offering anything from pasta, pizza and wings to prime rib and London broil.

Chicago’s Steak & Seafood 4401 Shallowford Road Roswell 30066 770-993-7464 www.chicagosrestaurant.com Sunday-Thursday: 5-10pm Friday-Saturday: 5-11pm Now celebrating 20 years.

Handcrafted cocktails, aged steaks, fresh seafood, live entertainment on weekends. Private dining available. Focus on local and regional ingredients.

Churchill’s Pub 1401 Johnson Ferry Road Marietta 30062 770-565-2739 www.churchillspub.net Monday-Friday: 11-2am Saturday: 11-3am Sunday: 12pm-12am East Cobb’s oldest gathering place with fantastic homemade food, long time local clients and lots of fun.

Doc Green’s Gourmet Salads and Grill 2022 Powers Ferry Road, Suite 130 Atlanta 30339 770-953-3473 www.docgreens.com Monday-Saturday: 11am-9pm Doc Green’s believes in variety, freshness and giving you the ability to be as healthy as you want to be. Whether you create your own salad, choose one of their world famous salads or one of their great wraps, they’ll prepare it fresh right in front of you.

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Lee’s Golden Buddha #7 2524 Cobb Pkwy Smyrna 30080 770-980-1800 Mon – Sun 11am – 10:30pm Chinese, Malaysian, Thai & Korean cuisine. Dine-in or carry-out; delivery available.

Consumer choice award for best Chinese restaurant from 1999-2004

Brazilian Bakery Café 1260 Powers Ferry Road Marietta 30067 770-818-0088 Mon-Thur: 7am-10pm. Fri-Sat: 7am-12am. Sun: 8am-12am.

Brazilian Bakery Café is a familyowned business that has been bringing the best of Brazilian pastries, breads, juices, sandwiches and coffee to Marietta since 2004.

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J. Christopher’s 1205 Johnson Ferry Road Marietta 30068 770-579-6800 7am-2pm Breakfast, brunch & lunch. An East Cobb original since 1997.

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Chicago’s Celebrates its 20th Anniversary 20 years after its inception, Chicago’s Restaurant’s enthusiasm and commitment to the future is just as fresh as on its first day in business. With a long term staff (General Manager Jeanne Wittner has been there 19 years) and a devoted clientele, this family-friendly eatery has become a neighborhood institution. Chicago’s is part of Neighborhood ss David Howard, owner, Dining Group (NDG)—the Chicago’s Restaurnat restaurant management company behind South Carolina’s Charleston gems, McCrady’s and Husk, which have both received glowing accolades from national culinary publications. Chicago’s has been going strong and steady serving its loyal customers for two decades, an accomplishment that brings NDG president David Howard as much pride as any award.

“We know all the regulars—some eat at Chicago’s three or four times a week,” says Howard. “We know everyone’s family: the parents, the grandparents, and we’ve watched the kids grow up. Their kids know my kids. We’ve seen a lot of restaurants come and go here and in Atlanta, so 20 years is an amazing accomplishment.”

A warm, welcoming atmosphere combined with a crowd-pleasing menu proves to be a winning combination as Chicago’s truly blossomed into a landmark hub of neighborhood camaraderie. They keep their loyal guests happy by consistently serving up fresh and flavorful comfort food.

The main attractions are the carefully aged and hand-cut steaks as well as fresh-caught seafood, but the menu—which includes pasta, burgers, and sandwiches—offers options for every appetite. The Slow-Roasted Prime Beef is a signature dish as well as the Cream of Mushroom Soup with pastry crust; Shrimp and Scallops over Angel Hair; Pecan-Crusted Chicken with Sweet Potato puree and Bing Cherry sauce; and Grilled Salmon with fresh Crabmeat have been on the menu for the last 20 years. There is a wide selection of beer and wine plus a carefully crafted cocktails list featuring Chicago’s legendary, ultimate martini. These libations are best enjoyed in the restaurant’s SpeakEasy lounge, which showcases live music every Friday and Saturday night.

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Cookies By Design 3101 Roswell Road Marietta 30062 770-578-0200 Mon.-Fri. 9am-6pm, Sat. 10am-3pm 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.

Gigi’s Cupcakes 1281 Johnson Ferry Road, Suite 116 Marietta 30068 770-578-2582 www.gigiscupcakesusa.com Mon-Thur: 10am-8pm Fri-Sat: 10am-10pm Sunday: 12-6pm Cupcakes made with the best available ingredients.

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Bruster’s Real Ice Cream & Nathan’s Famous Hot Dogs > 4724 Lower Roswell Road Marietta 30328 770-977-3299 www.brusters.com/eastcobb > 226 Johnson Ferry Road NW Sandy Springs 30328 404-943-0206 www.brusters.com/sandysprings 11am-10pm Fun, fast comfort food served “fresh” daily. Take-out or “patio” dining only. Catering available. Birthday parties in-store or off-site.

Fuji Hana Steak, Sushi & Thai 1255 Johnson Ferry Road, Suite 1 Marietta 30068 678-560-8071 www.fujihanaeastcobb.com Lunch: Mon-Fri: 11:30am2:30pm.

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

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State Representative Special Election Results On Tuesday, September 20, Northeast Cobb residents participated in a special election to fill the vacancy in State House District 43. The seat became open after the death of State Rep. Bobby Franklin. Mr. Franklin was found in his home July 26 dead of a heart attack at the age of 56. The election was a non-partisan special election with no party primary. However, each candidate’s party affiliation was listed on the ballot. The following presents the vote tally for this special election:

TOTAL

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Roy C. Barnes (R)

103

4.58%

John Carson (R)

801

35.63%

Don Hill (R)

137

6.09%

Robert Lamutt (R)

699

31.09%

Dr. Geraldine Wade (R)

496

22.06%

Write-in Votes

10

.53%

Only 2,258 -7.51%- out of a total of 30,076 registered voters in District 43 participated in this special election. A candidate needed to get 50 percent of the vote plus one vote to win the election. Carson received 801 votes or 35.63 percent while Lamutt received 699 votes or 31.09 percent. A run-off election will be held Tuesday, October 18 For more information on voting in this special election runoff, go to www.elections.cobbcountyga.gov.

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East Cobb Woman Creates Permission Lists

By Diana Schwartz Permission to live simply; and, three: Permission to grow closer to God,” shares Susan.

ss Susan McMullen

After a nursing career and knowing too well what women give as mothers, sisters, and friends, East Cobber Susan McMullen realized that women need permission to “get”, and step back from doing so much for others. About a year and a half ago she launched www.permissionlist. com. “Permission List is my work to balance the triad: mind, body and spirit. I design cards and jewelry that reflect three basic ideas: one: Permission to be kind to yourself; two:

Susan’s inspiration came at a time when she had a lot going on with her family, career and caring for her mother who had been diagnosed with ovarian cancer. As her mom’s health deteriorated and Susan worked to balance her roles as caregiver, mother, wife and health professional, Susan struggled to find time for herself. One day at work a colleague told her that she was doing the best that she could and Susan realized that, although she knew that, it was nice to hear those words of support. That bit of inspiration gave rise to the Permission List. Susan packages 52 “permissions,” one for each week of the year, encouraging the recipient to “live simply,” “clear out the clutter,” “tap into your creativity”, or “run your own race.” Selling for $5, each set is shrink wrapped in a card holder tied in a beautiful red organza bag. Susan believes “these are great for giving as gifts or for sitting on your desk, putting one on your refrigerator or mirror, tucking in your pocket or giving one to a friend.” One of Susan’s favorite cards is a simple message: “Give yourself Permission to know you are a gift”.

Susan also brings these messages to audiences at women’s business meetings and conferences as a motivational speaker, and has created a jewelry line. Her inspirational cards and jewelry can be found at local stores like Sweet Spirit, The Office Party, Serendipity and Funky Monkey.

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Health & Wellness

WellStar Kennestone Imaging Center in East Cobb

ACUPUNCTURE Acupuncture and Wellness Center

Offering the highest quality imaging with addition of 16-Slice CT, MRI and expanded Women’s Services

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

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WellStar Kennestone Imaging Center in East Cobb believes in life well-lived and offers East Cobbers a quality choice for medical imaging services within the community.

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

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

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

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

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

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Marietta Plastic Surgery

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Ruth H. Clemans, DDS Dr. Ruth Clemans 3052 Shallowford Road, Suite 100 • Marietta 30062 770-587-5655 • www.attractivesmiles.com Comprehensive dental care – close your eyes and wake up smiling through IV sedation, cosmetic, restorative, dental implants, oral surgery, root canal therapy, periodontal care and quality general dentistry – one location, one doctor – all procedures!

North Roberts Road Dental Group 1301 Shiloh Road, Suite 660 • Kennesaw 30144 770-423-9699 • www.northrobertsroaddentalgroup.com Monday-Friday: 8am-5pm A comprehensive and cosmetic dental practice specializing in Cerec, same-day crowns, cosmetic treatment, preventative treatment, and restorative treatment.

Wildwood Family and Cosmetic Dentistry 1545 Powers Ferry Road, Suite B • Marietta 30067 770-980-9404 • www.wildwoodfamilyandcosmeticdentistry.com Monday-Friday: 8am-5pm A comprehensive and cosmetic dental practice specializing in Cerec, same-day crowns, cosmetic treatment, preventative treatment, and restorative treatment.

Dermatology Affiliates 4939 Lower Roswell Road • Marietta 30068 404-816-7900 • Fax: 404-816-7929 www.dermatologyaffiliates.com In Business since: 2004 Hours: Mon: 7-12 and 2-6, Tues: 7-12, Wed: 7-5, Thurs: 7-12 Dermatology Affiliates employs years of experience, cutting edge technologies, and a patient-centered philosophy to help clients obtain healthy, beautiful skin. Our board certified physicians encourage annual skin checks and patient education to prevent and diagnose skin cancer, rosacea, acne, psoriasis, eczema, and other skin diseases. Our doctors, aestheticians, and laser specialists work together, using the latest advances in cosmetic dermatology, to help each individual achieve radiant skin.

Dermatology Consultants 1519 Johnson Ferry Road, Suite 100 • Marietta 30062 770-971-3376 • www.dermatologyconsultants.org Monday-Friday: 7am-4:30pm A full-service practice dedicated to providing the finest medical, surgical, and cosmetic care. Our physicians draw on more than 75 years of experience in evaluating, diagnosing and treating virtually every type of skin problem.

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Using an advanced functional electrical stimulation (FES) system that sends low-level stimulation to the common ss Vimala Nair, M.D. peroneal nerve in the patient’s leg, the L300 system actually stimulates muscles to lift the foot during walking. It also senses the patient’s foot positions, terrain changes and walking speed, allowing them to walk faster and farther.

“It’s another tool we can use for neuromuscular reeducation in patients with foot drop,” said Emily Lanham, physical therapist at WellStar Kennestone Outpatient Rehabilitation Services. “The great thing about it is that it provides stimulation for the muscle and the nerves as the patient walks. It really helps improve functional ability and the quality of the individual’s gait.”

Traditional foot drop treatment methods involve the use of a rigid, uncomfortable splint, known as an anklefoot orthosis (AFO), which also calls attention to the patient’s disability. The wireless L300 system, however, is designed to be worn under most clothing and with most shoes.

“We are very excited to bring the latest in neuromuscular reeducation technology to WellStar,” said Vimala Nair, M.D., medical director, WellStar Rehabilitation Services. “This major addition exemplifies our System’s deep commitment to providing world-class care for our neurologically-impaired patients. WellStar is one of only four facilities in Atlanta to offer this state-of-the art medical device to patients. ” All WellStar Kennestone Outpatient Rehabilitation Services’ physical therapists are certified in the use of this equipment. A physician’s order is required for therapy.

For more information, contact Tanas Ball, manager, WellStar Kennestone Outpatient Rehabilitation Services, at 770-793-7601 or tanas.ball@wellstar.org.

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Dermatology Affiliates Welcomes Dr. Abbott to East Cobb

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As the days grow shorter in the fall and winter months, now is the perfect time to begin a reparative skin care regimen to correct unfortunate summer sun damage. This process is now easier than ever, because Dermatology Affiliates recently added Cynthia Abbott, M.D. to its practice. Known for their focus on patient care, the physicians at Dermatology Affiliates ss Cynthia Abbott, M. D. see patients for any condition impacting skin, nails or hair. They specialize in diagnosing and treating skin cancer. They also treat acne, psoriasis, eczema and removing warts or moles.

Dr. Abbott has always felt at home in two worlds, the world of science and the world of art. It’s part of what draws her to the field of dermatology, where you need both skills to bring out healthy and beautiful skin.

“I feel like all my life I have been trying to combine those two,” Dr. Abbott says.

“In college I majored in both art and biology. I got my master’s in Medical Illustration and I did a fellowship in Cosmetic Dermatology. I am a very visual person. Any treatment that I do for a patient, I would want to be aesthetically pleasing.”

The visual appeal may have been what started Dr. Abbott’s interest in dermatology. But what keeps her going is the variety of people she gets to help.

Dr. Abbott also completed an internship in Pediatrics at Kosair Children’s Hospital in Louisville. And as such, she feels she has expertise in Pediatric Dermatology and Cosmetic Dermatology.

“What I mostly love about dermatology is the multigenerational factor,” Dr. Abbott says. “I love that I see kids and World War II vets in the same day.”

To get the most out of your partnership with your dermatologist, Dr. Abbott recommends understanding your medical needs.

“Be educated, know your own medications, and know your medical history,” she says. “I like to work together to treat your diseases and concerns.”

Dermatology Affiliates is located at 4939 Lower Roswell Road, Suite 106-A, across from the Parkaire Shopping Center. For more information, visit www.dermatologyaffiliates.com or call 404-816-7900

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Cobb & Douglas Public Health(CDPH) Immunization Clinic is going mobile in an effort to get annual flu vaccines to the local community. In addition to offering annual flu vaccines to everyone 6 months and older at all Public Health centers, CDPH is also offering them for local businesses and community events for groups of 20 or more people.

“We are committed to ensuring everyone is properly protected, so we’re encouraging community members to walk in to one of our many clinic locations. However, we’re also ready and willing to come to any group in Cobb or Douglas county that has 20 or more people who’d like to get immunized,” said Karen Thomas, District Immunization Director, Cobb & Douglas Public Health.

This year’s flu vaccine includes protection against three different flu viruses: an H3N2 virus, an influenza B virus and the H1N1 virus that caused so much illness last season.

The cost of a flu vaccine is $20.

Children without health insurance and children with Medicaid PeachCare are eligible for State supplied vaccine for a sliding administration fee. Cash, Visa and MasterCard will also be accepted. Appointments are not required.

The health department also recommends pneumonia shots for persons over 65 years old or anyone with a chronic illness or weakened immune system.

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• Stay home when you are sick and keep sick children home.

• Do not share eating utensils, drinking glasses, towels or other personal items.

• Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze, then put used tissues in the trash and wash your hands. If you do not have a tissue, cough or sneeze into your sleeve.

“Whether people walk in or take advantage of our mobile immunization team, we want to remind individuals that the flu vaccine provides the best protection against the flu,” said Thomas. If you are interested in having flu shots administered at your business or community event for 20 or more people, call Lisa Shadrix at 770-514-2307. Visit their website at www.cobbanddouglaspublichealth.org or call 770-514-2307 for more information about immunizations.

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H Coming this fall, WellStar Medical Group will welcome a new practice with Family Medicine and Geriatric Medicine, a new specialty to WellStar.

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King & Prince Resort Provides Ideal Spot on St. Simons Island

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Over the river and through the marshes to St. Simons Island we go! Part of Georgia’s Golden Isles, the barrier islands of Georgia’s coast, St. Simons Island melds two worlds: the sunny beaches and lollygag pace of island life and the stately Spanish moss-draped grace of the South with antebellum graveyards and ruined plantations. St. Simons, where oak trees turn avenues into tunnels of Spanish-moss draped live oaks, is the hub of the barrier islands, with about 13,000 residents and a bustling strip of restaurants and shops called the Village.

For such a small island, there is a vast array of accommodations to choose from– condos , resorts , inns and bed and breakfasts . I wanted my family to stay in a hotel that reflected some of the island’s history, was beachfront, and put us near St. Simons charming shops and attractions. So, we stayed at the The King and Prince Resort.

The King and Prince Club opened as a seaside dance club in 1935. Six years later, on July 2, 1941, the main hotel building opened to the public as the King and Prince Hotel.

During World War II, the hotel served as a naval coast-watching and training facility, reopening in 1947 to resume its popularity as a favorite island resort with its gracious Mediterranean architecture. The hotel enjoyed extensive renovation and expansions in 1972 and again in 1983, becoming a member of the prestigious Historic Hotels of America in 1996. In 2003, the Resort’s cherished core–the historic main building–underwent restoration resulting in 57 new guest room. In 2005, the Resort was named to the National Register of Historic Places.

Today, the resort offers 146 rooms and suites and 41 villas. Each is tastefully furnished in traditional English style, with a West Indies flavor. Many rooms offer balconies and/or views of the ocean. Two and three-bedroom beach villas offer a fullequipped kitchen, living and dining room and private balcony or patio. Oceanview rooms provide a king-sized bed or two queen beds and offer a scenic view. Private guesthouses are also available. With three children, we stayed in a two-bedroom villa that faced the ocean. My beachfront villa was just steps from the beach, was beautifully appointed and featured a lovely balcony to chill out on. I was soon relaxing listening to the soothing sounds of crashing Atlantic waves.

And, to the delight of my husband the Resort offered an opportunity to play golf at the newly renovated 18-hole King & Prince Golf Course at Hampton Club. Designed by legendary architect Joe Lee, and a short drive off the resort’s property, the golf course is best known for its scenery: dramatic moss-

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draped oaks, vast salt marshes, lagoons and lakes that are woven throughout the green.

During our short visit, I indulged in a massage at the The Royal Treatment Cottage which operates out of a small converted 3 bedroom bungalow within the resort complex.

From formal to casual settings, the resort offers some of the best dining on the island. The Friday Night Seafood Buffet is legendary and should not be missed! Hosted in a phenomenal historic setting, the resort’s oceanfront Delegal Room which is adorned with 11 stained glass window masterpieces depicting scenes of island history, this elaborate buffet dinner is an unforgettable sumptuous feast. You can also satisfy those hunger pangs at the hotel’s Kings Tavern or outdoor Paradise Beach Bar & Grill. There’s even a Starbuck’s onsite!

If you can manage to pull yourself away from any one of the 4 resort pools, dazzling sunsets and/or the hypnotizing rhythms of the sea, there’s a storied past waiting to be uncovered. The Resort can help arrange tours or provide walking tour maps of St. Simons Island. Bicycle rental shops are located nearby. Guided trolley tours with entertaining and informative narrative provide an overview of this remarkable little island.

There is also a museum highlighting St. Simons coastal heritage located at the base of the centuries-old St. Simons Island Lighthouse. For history fans, the Maritime Center at the old Coast Guard Station on East Beach is open daily with artifacts and photography from its days as an important training base as well as displays of the area’s ecological systems. There’s also the darling independent shops and barbeque and seafood restaurants at “The Village.”

Lunch by the pool, fantastic hotel restaurant, well-kept tennis court and pools all added up to great times together for my family. We’d raft (okay, I’d raft, my kids swam) to a sandbar, go for mile walks, jump waves and retire to a well-appointed villa/condo. The King and Prince Resort was a great homebase to create a memorable vacation at St. Simons Island.

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2. If there is a hubcap on your wheel remove it with the lug nut wrench.

3. Using your lug nut wrench, loosen the lug nuts. Loosen the lug nuts in a star pattern; loosen one lug nut and the one opposite from it until all of the lug nuts are slightly loose.

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East Cobb Senior Center Activities Scheduled for October 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.

Fall Book Event: Running on Full: The Story of Ruth & Ruby Crawford Monday, October 10 10 – 11:30am Free. Registration required.

From fiction to fact we will welcome Neil Wilkinson to speak on Atlanta’s Crawford sisters and his book Running on Full: The Story of Ruth and Ruby Crawford. Ruth and Ruby Crawford were pioneers in the advancement of women. They were the first women bank officers in Georgia and were trailblazers as lawyers and realtors.

Ice Cream & a Movie: The King’s Speech Monday, October 17 1pm – 4pm Cost: $4 Cobb residents; $5 Non-residents.

After his brother abdicates, George (‘Bertie’) reluctantly assumes the throne. Plagued by a dreaded stammer and considered unfit to be king, Bertie engages the help of an unorthodox speech therapist named Lionel Logue.

This Academy Award winning movie for best picture stars Colin Firth and Geoffrey Rush.

The History Corner: Cowboys & Outlaws, Parts I & II Tuesday, October 18 & Wednesday, October 26: 10am – Noon Free. Registration required.

Alongside the heroes in a hazardous frontier, where the law often amounted to little more than a man with a badge and a posse, were bred some of America’s more infamous outlaws whose reputations still inspire awe. Join us in learning about the legend of the Old West.

Navigating the Benefits System Thursday, October 20 10 – 11am Free. Registration required.

With Medicare Open Enrollment under way, come find out more about your benefits! Cobb RSVP will give you an overview of Medicare and educate you on how to use the internet to manage your Medicare and apply for Medicare. They will also help you navigate additional benefits programs and access health related information.

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My828 and The “Jesus” Toenail Clippers

by Stephen D. Moon For me, it was love at first sight. Victoria and I met December 3, 1994, as young performing songwriters in a gritty Christian coffeehouse in Louisville, KY. We were engaged three months to the day after our first meeting, and married three months after that. In 2010, we celebrated 15 years of marriage and the birthdays of our three beautiful children, ages 7, 4, and 2. Then, Victoria fainted and suffered a traumatic brain injury November 22, 2010.

In addition to deciding whether she lived or died on that date by pursuing emergency surgery, I had the unwelcome task of deciding her fate several times along the way as her doctors suggested that we would never be pleased with the final outcome. They informed me that the removal of life support would provide a quiet, painless death in hospice over the next 10-14 days. Having removed my father from life support in 2005 and watching my mother die in hospice in 2007, I chose a different path for my 41 year-old wife and mother of three. I chose life at each step and wanted to give our children a real chance to continue being raised by the most beautiful, most special, loving mom I had ever seen in action.

I put out specific calls for prayer, and we were able to witness true miracles in real-time. Victoria surprisingly survived the initial injury and removal of the breathing tube weeks later. While we were praying for signs of life during an eight-week coma, she began to stir and move her left arm to my verbal commands. We were out of options when the insurance company refused to pay for any more acute care. When faced with sending her to a nursing home to be a vegetable for an undetermined amount of time, several more miracles showed up on our doorstep. The numberone-ranked rehabilitation hospital in the world in Chicago accepted her as a patient, and although we had less than 48 hours, I secured the $63,000 up-front costs for the 21-day program for minimally-conscious patients. She miraculously awoke from the coma five days later.

Prayer of Jabez,” she’d probably want books titled, “My Life is a Total Mess--Where are you God?” On September 22, the 10-month mark along our journey launching a new blog, My828.Org. This blog will be about life, faith, and the struggle for meaning. If you have a messed-up life like me, you may wish to follow or even share your 828. Romans 8:28 promises, “And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to His purpose.”

The one-year mark is a milestone for brain injury patients, so from September 22 through November 22, there is an organized prayer event for one more miracle--that Victoria would recover her memory and cognitive skills. I want her to see what an inspiration she’s been to so many, and that after caring for everyone else for 42 years, that she sees us carrying her for a while. If your life is pictureperfect or if you own a pair of “Jesus” toenail clippers, you might not enjoy my new blog and these new questions, but I know Victoria would.

Stephen Moon, 41, is an architect and award-winning performing songwriter based in Marietta, Georgia, who speaks and writes on the subjects of individuals and families in crisis. In 2010, Moon’s wife of 16 years suffered a traumatic brain injury and is still undergoing rehabilitation while he raises the couple’s three small children, ages 8, 4, and 3. Stephen can be contacted at smoon1370@gmail.com.

We have seen two months of coma, five months of rehab, and three months of aftercare in our home. Our family has a wife and mother who doesn’t understand her environment, recognize our home, or remember our names. It certainly feels like we’ve traveled through numerous miracles and now have been left at the station--why bring Victoria through half a dozen miracles to seemingly stop short? It feels like being on the bottom of the ocean in the dark.

But back to the gritty coffeehouse full of bikers and homeless people: Victoria and I always liked our witness of faith to be a little dirty, a little ugly, but always real. In one of her brief and odd jobs, Victoria worked at a squeaky clean Christian bookstore. She was disgusted by the silly refrigerator magnets and “Jesus” toenail clippers. They weren’t authentic expressions of faith. Instead of frilly books on “The

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East Cobb Civitans Sponsor 20th Annual East Cobb Wine & Vine Market This is the 20th year for the silent auction and wine tasting fundraiser of the East Cobb Civitan. The event will be held at the Indian Hills Country Club on Wednesday, October 19, at 6PM. For the last 8 years, the Civitans have joined with Friends for the East Cobb Park in hosting this event. Attorney General Sam Olens and Senator Johnny Isakson are honorary co-chairs for this year’s event. Both of these gentlemen were involved in the original fundraising for the East Cobb Park. The proceeds of this event will be divided between the East Cobb Civitan Club and Friends for the Park. “To date this event has earned $107,000 for the Park and around $200,000 for local charities such as MUST Ministries, The Center for Family Resources, The Center for Children as well as Civitan charities such Camp Big Heart--a camp

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for children and adults with special needs,” states Roselle Wilkinson, Chair of the Auction and Wine Tasting. This year the Civitans will be working with the Georgia Ballet in sponsoring the new “dance abilities” project for special needs students. This fundraiser is their largest source of funds for their projects and charities. Mark your calendars for a fun evening with wonderful wine and auction items. Tickets are $20 each. Heavy hors d’oeuvers are included.

The East Cobb Civitan Club meets at noon for lunch the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month at The Olde Towne Athletic Club (4950 Olde Towne Parkway, Marietta) and welcomes guests. They offer a “project member” status for people that are unable to attend the luncheon meetings but want to be involved with the projects. The East Cobb Civitan Club welcomes members of all races, religions, genders and ages with a common desire of wanting to provide solutions to difficult situations.

If you are interested in attending a meeting or donating to or attending the Silent Auction, please call Roselle Wilkinson at 678-548-9635.

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club Calendar AARP Chapter 2830. First Thursday of each month. 1:30pm. East Cobb Senior Center, 3332 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta. More info: Mary Johnson, 770-926-7881 or doule37uga@comcast.net.

American Association of University Women (AAUW) of Cobb County.

Second Tuesday of the month. 7pm.

Mansour Center, 995 Roswell Street, Marietta. Does not meet in July & August. More info: Bonnie Williams, 770-971-6130.

American Needlepoint Guild.

Second Tuesday of the month.

6:45pm. Cobb Public Library, Mountain View Branch, 3320 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta. More info: 770-394-0065.

Anne Hathaway Garden Club.

Third Wednesday of the month (except July and August). Marietta Educational Garden Center, 505 Kennesaw Avenue NW, Marietta.

More info: Charlene Robinson, 770-971-7786.

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

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.

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

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

Big Chicken Chorus. Every Monday evening. 7:00pm. John Knox Presbyterian Church, 505 Powers Ferry Road, Marietta. Award-winning 50 voice, male, 4-part a cappella harmony chorus. More info: Frank, 770-587-1264, fehrach@aol.com, or www.bigchickenchorus.org.

Meet Your Future Clients, Meet Customers Your Future Clients, and Customers and Business Associates Business Transforming East Cobb by Associates developing business leaders Transforming East Cobb through Networking and by developing business leaders Education with an emphasis through Networking and on Community.

Education with an emphasis on Community.

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

11:30am for lunch, networking

Business Breakfast Networking of East Cobb. Professional Referral Networking. Second Tuesday each month. 8:15-9:30am. C’est Moi/ Café Paris, 1100 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta, GA 30068. More info: Ellen Kelly, 404-713-2830 or Lnkelly@sbcglobal.net.

Business Network International (BNI). Tuesdays. 7:30-9am. BNI is an international networking organization with chapters throughout the Atlanta area. My Friend’s Place, 1205 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta. More info: Karley Barber, 770-977-2383 or karley@comcast.net.

Children of The American Revolution (C.A.R.). Now forming a new Society serving the East Cobb, Vinings, Sandy Springs, Buckhead, Roswell and all of Cobb communities. All children ages 1-18 invited. More info: B. Schilling, 770-643-1010.

Cobb County Democratic Committee. Monthly breakfast 2nd Saturday each month. 9am.

Piccadilly Caféteria, 536 Cobb Parkway SE, Marietta. More info: 770420-7133 or www.eastcobbdems.com.

Cobb County Gem & Mineral Society. Second Tuesday of the month. 7:30pm. East Cobb Government Service Center, 4400 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: Mary Ingram, 770-427-1108, or Leo or Edna Morris, 770-445-9274.

Cobb County Genealogical Society.

Fourth Tuesday of the month. 7pm.

First Presbyterian Church of Marietta, 189 Church Street, Marietta. More info: Larry Guzy, 678-860-4477.

Cobb County Republican Women.

Fourth Friday of the month. 11:30am.

Hilton Atlanta/Marietta Conference Center, 500 Powder Springs Street.

More info: 770-785-2522 or www.ccrwc.org.

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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.

Cobb Marietta Retired Educators Association. Last Wednesday of the month. 11:30am. Reservations required. Windy Hill Senior Center, 1885 Smyrna-Roswell Road, Smyrna.

More info/Reservations: Beth St. Jean, 770-998-8737 or beth@ammoniasafety.com.

Cobb Photographic Society.

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

Cobb Regional Republican Women.

Third Thursday, every other month.

6:30pm. InfoMart, 1582 Terrell Mill Road, Marietta. More info: Sandra Thompson, 770-578-6646.

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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.

Dad 2 Dad. A stay-at-home dads group. Every Tuesday and Thursday.

10:30am. Various locations. More info: Richard Collins, 770-579-5445.

Danc’n Singles. A square dance club.

First and 3rd Saturday of the month.

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

Dog Hikers of Georgia. Every Sunday. 10am. Various Locations.

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

Dudes ‘n Darlins Square Dance Club.

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

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. Hollycrest Hall, 2235 Sewell Mill Road, 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. 121pm. Parc at Piedmont, 999 Hood Road, Marietta. More Info: Mary Karras, 770-514-3069 or marykarras@ banknorthgeorgia.com.

East Cobb Community Friends for Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta.

Third Tuesday of the month. 7:30pm.

Meetings are in members’ homes and vary each month. We work to benefit CHOA with fund raisers and service projects. More info: Suzanne Strickland, 770-992-2882, or Diane Ellwanger, 770-579-9510.

East Cobb Democratic Alliance.

Third Thursday of the month. 6pm Social. 7pm – Program. Rib Ranch, 2063 Canton Road, Marietta. More info: Tom Barksdale, 770-715-1218 or tbarksdl@aol.com.

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

East Cobb New Horizons Band.

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

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

East Cobb Open Networking.

Professional Referral Networking.

Every Friday. 7:30-9am. Capozzi’s NY Deli, 4285 Roswell Road (next to Michaels), Marietta. Free. More info: Tim Langley, 770-289-9711 or drtim02@yahoo.com.

East Cobb PowerCore Team. A business referral network. Every Thursday. 7-8:30am. IHOP, 3130 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta. More info: Amy Caplan, 404-572-1278.

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

East Cobb VIPs. A community group for seniors. Fourth Monday of the month (except in May). 6pm. East Cobb United Methodist Church, 2325 Roswell Road, Marietta.

More info: 770-971-3643 or office@eastcobbumc.org.

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: Bill Kalish, 770-298-9966.

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

Happy Tails Pet Therapy. Orientation for prospective members 1st Thursday or Saturday of the month.

10:30-11:30am. Mt. Bethel Christian Academy, 4385 Lower Roswell Road, Building F, Room F001, Marietta.

Check dates: 770-740-8211 or www.happytailspets.org.

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International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP)Cobb County Chapter. Fourth Monday of the month. 6:15pm.

Meeting & dinner. Windy Hill Marriott Hotel, Marietta. More info: Oleta Herron, 770-661-2876.

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

11am. Marriott Hotel, Perimeter Center. More info: Fran Jacobson, 770-436-7456.

Job Seekers Cobb County Chapter.

Business professionals volunteer to help the unemployed. Speakers, networking, job leads, workshops.

7-9am, Tuesdays, followed by networking 9-10am. Varsity, 2790 Town Center Drive, Kennesaw. Free.

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

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

7:30-9:30pm. St. Catherine’s Episcopal Church, 571 Holt Road, Marietta.

Check website as schedule may vary: www.mmeastcobb.homestead.com.

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.

Newcomers Club of Cobb County.

Third Tuesday each month. 10am.

Various social activities throughout the month for those new to Cobb County or just looking for new friends and activities. John Knox Presbyterian Church, 505 Powers Ferry Road, Marietta. More info: 770-234-5068 or newcomersofcobbcounty@yahoo.com.

Northeast Cobb Business Association.

Luncheon meeting 3rd Wednesday of each month. 11:30am-1pm. $15.

Piedmont Church, 570 Piedmont Road, Marietta. More info: www.cantonroadba.org.

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Libertarian Party of Cobb County.

First Thursday of the month. 7:30pm.

Council Chamber at Marietta City Hall, 205 Lawrence Street, Marietta. More info: cobblp.org.

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

Marietta Lions Club. Second Thursday of the month. 7pm.

Marietta Conference Center, 500 Powder Springs Road, Marietta.

More info: 770-565-8230.

Marietta PFLAG. Fourth Sunday each month. 1-3pm. Newcomers are welcome. Pilgrimage United Church of Christ, 3755 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta. More info: mariettapflag@gmail.com.

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.

Mint Julep Consignment Boutique.

First Thursday and 3rd Wednesday of the month. 7-9pm. East Cob Government Center, 4400 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: 770-953-2882 or www.visionsanew.org MOMS Club of Marietta North. First Wednesday of the month. 10am.

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

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

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CARPENTRY Rotting wood? We can fix it. Dan Parisi, 770-993-8145.

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DANCE LESSONS Intro into natural partner dance. Private, semi-private. 404-754-8272. www.TangoBohemia.com/NaturalDance.

DECKS RESEALED Decks bare? We can seal it! Dan Parisi, 770-993-8145.

EXTERIOR HOUSE WASHING Complete house washing. Dan Parisi, 770-993-8145.

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HAULING Refrigerators, stoves, washers, dryers, etc. We can haul it. $50 removal. Dan Parisi, 770-993-8145.

HOUSE CLEANING Cleaning Services. Reliable, references, experienced. Competitive prices. Call Denise: 404-454-0859.

IN-HOME SENIOR CARE Visiting Helpers Home Healthcare provides certified nursing assistants for quality personal care in the comfort of your own home. Up to 24 hour care. Hygiene assistance, meal preparation, medication reminders, light housekeeping.

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PAINTING Painting – all phases interior, exterior. Dan Parisi, 770-993-8145.

PERSONAL SERVICE Need things to get done? Drive kids to after school activities. Run errands for seniors or anyone needing things done. Shop, deliver, doctor’s appointments, etc. Personal chef services. Also, pet care in your home when needed. Great references, non-smoker. Call Hope at 770-726-7794 or 404-803-6933/cell.

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WINDOW WASHING Interior or exterior window washing. Call Dan Parisi, 770-993-8145.

WOOD REPAIR Wood repair – all phases. Dan Parisi, 770-993-8145.

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

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

PLUMBING Toilet tank repair. $99 special includes parts and labor. Call Dan Parisi, 770-993-8145.

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Southeast Regional Facilitation Conference October 28-30, 2011 Loud and Clear: Managing Interpersonal Communications November 2, 2011

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support groups A.A./Al-Anon/Al-Anon Beginners/Alateen. Every Monday. 8pm. Covenant Presbyterian Church, 2281 Canton Road, Marietta. More info: 770-973-5347 or jpm105@comcast.net.

Caregiver and Share Support Group for Alzheimer’s. First Wednesday of the month. 4:305:30pm. Savannah Court, 886 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta.

More info: 770-977-4420.

Al-Anon. For family and friends of alcoholics and other substance abusers. Thursdays. 7:30-8:30pm.

Johnson Ferry Baptist Church, Room 345, 955 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta. More info: 770-587-0483.

Codependents Anonymous.

Mondays & Thursdays. 7:30-8:45pm.

Unity North Church, 4225 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta. More info: 770-578-6368.

Alzheimer’s & Caregivers Support Group. Second Thursday of the month. 7pm. Sunrise Assisted Living, 1551 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta.

More info: Christa McLain, 770-509-2914.

Alzheimer’s Association Georgia Chapter Family Support Group.

First Monday of the month.

10:30am. Mt. Bethel Community Center, 4608 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: Dawn Reed, 678-777-7241 or dawn@alohatoaging.org.

Autism Spectrum Support Group of Cobb County. Supporting parents with information and resources as well as social connections. Third Thursday of each month during school year. 9:30-11:30am. Mt. Bethel United Methodist Church, 4385 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: www.asgcobb.com Babywearing Group. Koalamommas, North Atlanta’s resource for help, support, and information about baby carriers of all kinds.

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

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

5pm. Counseling Room in Parish Office, St. Ann’s Catholic Church, 4905 Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: 770-552-6400, 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.

Cancer Support Group for patients, families and friends who are learning to live with a diagnosis of cancer. Second Wednesday of the month. 7 pm. LaSalette Hall, St. Ann’s Catholic Church, 4905 Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: 770-552-6400, ext. 6104.

Career Transition. Third Monday of the month. 6:15pm: Personal resume, interviewing, networking, and career assessment help.

7pm: Presentation. 1st Presbyterian Church of Marietta, 69 N. Marietta Parkway, Marietta. More info: Bill Lins, 404-558-1579 or Bob Sabin, 770-795-9084.

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Compassionate Friends for grieving parents, grandparents, and siblings. First Tuesday of the month.

7 pm. First Baptist Church, 148 Church Street, Marietta. More info: Kathy Kelcourse, 770-5793512 or 404-539-4287. Email: kathzkel@yahoo.com or tcfmarietta.kathy@hotmail.com; www.tcfmarietta.org.

Depression/Bipolar Support Group. First and 3rd Thursday of the month. 7-8:30pm. Johnson Ferry Baptist Church, Room 306, 955 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta.

More info: 770-794-2978.

Depression Support Group. For those who suffer from depression and the people who love them. First and 3rd Thursday of the month. 7-8:30pm. Johnson Ferry Baptist Church, 955 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta. More info: 770-794-2978.

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

Divorce Care for Kids. 13-week session, August and January.

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

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: visionsanew.org.

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. 6:458:15pm. 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/AttentionDeficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) Parent Support Group. First Tuesday of the month. 7-9pm.

East Cobb Government Services Center, 4400 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: Cappie, 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.

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

Family Caregiver & Alzheimer’s Support Group. First Monday of each month at 10:30am. Open to individuals who are assisting an aging loved one both inside and outside of the home. Call in advance for free care for your loved one during meeting. Mt. Bethel Community Center, 4608 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: Aloha to Aging, 678-439-1177.

Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Group. Second and 4th Tuesday. 7:15pm. Special guest speaker. Transfiguration Church, Room 102, 1815 Blackwell Road, Marietta. More info: Jeannie, 770-919-9275.

Grief Share.13-week session, August and January. Mondays.

7-9pm. Johnson Ferry Baptist Church, 955 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta. More info: Kitty, 770-794-2978.

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

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Loneliness Bereavement Support Group. Every Tuesday. 12 noon.

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

More info: 770-423-5959.

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

Daily events for babies, toddlers and older kids. More info: 770-9560318 or 678-357-3661 or www.mariettamoms.com Moms in Touch for parents of children at East Side Elementary. Every Tuesday. 9:30am. Meeting location available on request. More info: Rachel Bloom, 770-973-4705.

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.

Networking Group. Open to everyone. Second and 4th Wednesday of the month. 6:30-7:30pm. First Baptist Church Smyrna, 1275 Church Street SE, Smyrna. More info: 770-435-3231 or Peggy, 770-955-3896 or caylorp@gmail.com.

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.

Sexual Assault Support Group.

Mondays. 7pm. YWCA of Northwest Georgia, 48 Henderson Street, Marietta. More info: 770-427-2902.

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