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MARIETTA’S JULY 4 CELEBRATION AND PARADEPRESENTED BY SUPERIOR PLUMBINg

Grab your American flag, put on your red, white and blue, and celebrate America’s independence July 4, from 10 a.m.-10 p.m. with an Independence Day parade and celebration on the Square presented by Superior Plumbing, free live concerts, arts and crafts show, food, carnival games and the City of Marietta fireworks finale. Throughout the day, more than 80,000 people are expected to celebrate on the Square with great food, fun activities, the best arts and crafts around and free entertainment from Departure, a Journey Tribute Band. Opening for Departure is Jon Byrd, Playing all of your favorite country songs. Concerts are presented by 94.9 The Bull.

PARADEThe Marietta Independence Day parade is scheduled to include more than 115 entries

with more than 40 floats and approximately 2,000 participants. Entries include marching units from the City of Marietta, civic organizations, beauty queens, scouts and local businesses. The parade begins at 10 a.m. at Roswell Street Baptist Church and travels west on Roswell Street, north on East Park Square past Glover Park and the Square, down Cherokee Street and ends at North Marietta Parkway.

CRAfTS, fOOD AND CARNIvAL Arts and crafts show with nearly 100 unique handcrafted vendors: 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Food

concessions: Anything to please the palate from ice products to cool you down to corndogs and BBQ to satisfy your appetite. 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Kid’s Zone – huge interactive kids play area: 10 a.m.-dark; tickets for games available at booths located throughout the park

Entertainment scheduleStage in Glover Park: 12 noon – Scott Thompson: 2:00; Bell ringing ceremony: 2:15 –

Float Award Ceremony; 2:30 – 3:30 Atlanta Concert Band; 7- 8:00 – Jon Byrd ; 8-9:30 – 94.9 The Bull presents Departure – Journey Tribute Band .9:30ish – Fireworks

ThE CITY Of MARIETTA fIREWORkSThe City of Marietta fireworks display is scheduled to begin at 9:30 p.m. and will be

shot from the First United Methodist Church parking lot. If bad weather is expected, the fireworks may begin a few minutes early, to ensure the entire display is completed. If you want to watch the fireworks, make sure you get there early to grab a spot because traffic is expected to be heavy.

CONCERT TABLE SALES STAgE IN gLOvER PARkConcert tables are available for purchase in 8-tops and 6-tops for $100 and $80 respectively.

Tables can be claimed beginning at 5:30 p.m. on the fourth and you can purchase one by calling 770.423.1330., or email Jonathan Jenkins at [email protected].

For more information contact the City of Marietta Parks, Recreation and Facilities at (770) 794-5601 or Jonathan Jenkins at 770-423-1330; [email protected] or www.mariettaga.gov

kENNESAW’S JULY 3 INDEPENDENCE DAY

CELEBRATIONThe City of Kennesaw’s 2018 pre-Independence

Day celebration of freedom, music and fireworks is one of the biggest and best in North Georgia! Salute to America eventgoers will be treated to two stages of live music, festive street entertainment, food vendors and plenty of activities for the kids. Admission is FREE. This year’s headliner is Head Games–The Foreigner Tribute Band, who will be performing all of the legendary rock band’s classic songs on the Depot Stage beginning at 7:00 p.m. The evening will be capped off with a brilliant

fireworks finale at 9:30 p.m. A limited number of tables located in front of the Depot Stage can be reserved for only $75 per table. With the exception of reserved tables, all seating will be general admission, so bring a blanket or comfortable low-back chairs. More Information is available at www.kennesawjuly3.com.

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SPECTACULAR Kick off your Independence Day

celebration at Kennesaw State University’s 11th Annual Star-Spangled Spectacular on Saturday, June 30, 2018! This year’s event will be held at a new venue location: Fifth Third Bank Stadium at Kennesaw State University’s Sports + Entertainment Park. Fifth Third Bank Stadium is located near KSU’s campus in Kennesaw, GA at 3200 George Busbee Parkway NW. This free, annual event features a patriotic concert with performances by the KSU Big Band and KSU Summer Orchestra followed by a spectacular fireworks finale. Beginning at 5 p.m., the Family Fun Festival features pre-concert activities including free games, face painting, and balloon artists for kids plus food vendors, exhibitors and vendors from the KSU community and beyond, and more. Visit StarSpangledKSU.com for more information.

ACWORTh’S JULY 4Th CELEBRATION! The City of Acworth and the Acworth Business Association are proud to present one of

the largest fireworks extravaganzas in Metro Atlanta.On Wednesday, July 4, Cauble Park will come alive with music, fireworks, laughter and

fun.there will be live music and fireworks at Cauble Park. Live music starts at 4:00 p.m. The Paul Hand Band will take the stage at 5:30 p.m.

As tradition holds, there will be special tribute to all those men and women who have served in our Armed Forces at 7:45 p.m. Then our headliners “FLASHBACK” takes the stage at 8:00 p.m. Flashback takes you through decades of classics; from the best of Motown, Beach, and Disco, then all the way into Current Top Hits. The audience experiences an interactive and energetic performance while dancing to song after song!

This Party Band showcases phenomenal musicians, clever choreography, breathtaking vocals, and carefully chosen medleys of all your favorite songs. Each of the seasoned musicians in Flashback bring years of experience and unimaginable talent to the stage. And then Fireworks begins at approximately 9:30 p.m.

Admission to the concert is free; however tables are available for the July 4 concert. Tables are $50 each for City of Acworth residents and $70 for non-residents. With the table you get 6 chairs and one parking pass. This parking pass will allow you to park at Cauble Park as long as spots remain available. You are not guaranteed a parking spot at Cauble Park with this pass so please plan on arriving early. There will be food vendors on-site selling a variety of options beginning at noon.

If you do not have a parking pass or if the parking is full, you will need to park downtown. Shuttles will be available, look for signs.

To purchase a table, or for more information on this event visit www.acworthparksandrecreation.org

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The Farmer’s Market & Dinner at the Depot are on Monday evenings at the Depot. The season will go until September 24th with no events on the week of July 4th or Labor Day. The Farmer’s market will offer a variety of fresh vegetables & fruits, baked goods, prepared goods, jams & jellies, locally produced honey and more! The market will be in the circle this season with the food trucks. Some vendors require cash but many take debit/credit cards. Hours for FM are 3:30 pm to 7:30 pm. Dinner at the Depot will start at 5:30 pm and go until 8:30 pm. A variety of food trucks will be rotating throughout the season. Food trucks take cash, credit and debit cards.There are tables and chairs for guests on site or they are welcome to bring their own chairs and picnic blankets.

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introduce a new class called “Government 101: Kennesaw Government Academy.” The 6-week course is scheduled to start July 2018 and is designed to provide an inside look at the day-to-day operations of the City, how it forms partnerships and how management approaches long-range planning.

The class is open to City of Kennesaw residents and business owners and is slated to begin July 17, 2018. Each week the class will focus on one of Kennesaw’s strategic priorities listed in its strategic plan. Students will have the opportunity to participate in hands-on learning activities, network and hear updates from city staff.

Registration for the inaugural class is limited to the first 15 registrants. The class is open to adults ages 18 and over who are residents of the City of Kennesaw or are business owners within the city limits. Class will meet weekly at City Hall from 6:00-7:30 pm. The inaugural class will culminate with a graduation on August 28, 2018. Candidates running for office are ineligible to participate in the class.

To register, please download the application from the “What’s Current” section of the city website, www.kennesaw-ga.gov, or call Miranda Jones at (770) 424-8274 ext. 3017.

“TREEMENDOUS PLAY hOUSES” AT SMITh gILBERT gARDENSSmith-Gilbert Gardens is pleased to

open a new exhibition for summer 2018. “TreeMendous Play Houses: Let your imagination climb” features a series of creative, interactive, outdoor play structures, designed and built by area students and professionals. Presented by Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, the exhibition runs from Tuesday, June 19, through the end of September, and is included in the price of garden admission.

TreeMendous Play Houses began in January 2018, as a design/build competition. Students and professionals were invited to submit fun outdoor play structure designs showcasing creative design and innovations in sustainability, while establishing an interactive connection with nature.

The structures in the exhibition represent the fruits of these design efforts and many hours volunteered for construction. “We are excited to offer Smith-Gilbert Gardens as a new stage for creativity and thinking green,” said Ann Parsons, Executive Director. “This exhibit will capture the imagination of visitors of all ages!”

TRACEY vIARS, kENNESAW CITY COUNCIL Congratulations to Tracey Viars for being newly elected to the City of Kennesaw Council.

Tracey Viars isn’t exactly a newcomer to Kennesaw’s political scene. She’s been serving the city as an “all in” volunteer for 7 years, first as a member of the inaugural Kennesaw Citizens Advisory Committee, then as a 6-year board member of the Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority spending the past 3 years as Chairperson of that group. In addition, she also served as a core team member working between the citizens, city and the consultants on the Livable Centers Initiative study to determine what citizens desired most as the city updated its masterplan.

As a 21-year resident and the owner of a small Kennesaw-based marketing consulting business, with the majority of her clients being in Kennesaw, she says she lives and breathes Kennesaw all day and wouldn’t have it any other way. “I believe my level of approachability and accessibility makes me a strong candidate. It’s allowed me to make strong connections not only with citizens but also with visitors, business owners, staff members and volunteers.” Even working with KSU on public art and music for the city’s food truck event is an opportunity I felt fortunate to be included in.

BUTTERfLY hOUSE OPENS AT SMITh-gILBERT gARDENS

Smith-Gilbert Gardens is excited to announce the opening of their seasonal butterfly exhibition, “A Garden with Wings”, on July 3rd, 2018! The exhibit features a butterfly house where visitors can observe native species including Monarchs, Black Swallowtails, Gulf Fritillaries, Tiger Swallowtails and many more, in all stages of life. Guests will also be inspired by the Southern Living® Pollinator Garden, featuring a variety of butterfly and bee-friendly plants that are suitable for home landscaping. Visit smithgilbertgardens.com or call 770-919-0248 for complete details.

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GENEALOGY SOCIETY MEETING 7:00 pm First Presbyterian Church of Marietta, 189 Church St., Marietta. Topic: Genealogy Gems in the Washington Memorial Library (Macon/Bibb County): Muriel Jackson. The public is invited to all monthly meetings of the Cobb County Genealogy Society. Free parking is available in the church parking lots. Visit http://www.cobbgagensoc.org/ or Email: [email protected].

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CREEPER’S CAR CLUB CAR ShOW

Come join us for the 28th Annual Creeper’s Car Club Car Show, June 9, 2018.The show will be held at Jim Miller Park 2245 Callaway Road in Marietta, GA. Show hours are 8AM-3PM. There will be a Swap Meet, Door Prizes, Vendors, 50/50, Music, and Food. All proceeds will be donated to: Children’s Health Care of Atlanta, and Special Olympics of Georgia. 25 Creeper’s/Sponsor’s Choice Awards. Spectators $5.00. Children under 12 free. Contact Greg Grier at [email protected] for more information

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Vacation Bible School at Marietta FUMC, 56 Whitlock Ave. June 25-28 from 6:00 – 8:30 pm, pre-purchased dinner available at 5:30. Experience the ride of a lifetime with God! Mariettafumc.org/summer

SUMMIT BAPTIST ChURChGAME ON! GEARING UP FOR LIFE’S

BIG GAME July 16-20, 2018 9:00am-12:15pm daily. 4 years old (by 7/16) through completed 5th grade are welcome. 4310 Moon Station Lane, Acworth, GA 30101. 770-975-4595. Register now at www.summitchurch.org

BABBI MASON TO APPEAR

Hear Ye! Hear Ye! Celebrate With Us at the SARDIS MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH Womens’s Day Program on Sunday July 22nd, 2018 at our Morning Worship Service 11:00 am 2741 S. Main Street. Kennesaw Ga 30144 Our Special Guest: Ms. Babbie Mason All are Invited

gOT ChIhUAhUAS ?The Cobb County Chihuahua Group

meets monthly at local dog parks and indoor play facilities.. We will be meeting at Lewis Park on June 10th at 2:00 Information about our group can be found on Facebook under “Cobb County Chihuahua Meet up .” Chihuahuas and Chihuahua mixes are welcome. We look forward to meeting you and your pup!

YMCA NEEDS hELPThe Northwest Family YMCA is looking

for volunteers and food donations for their summer lunch program.

The YMCA provides lunch and fun camp-style activities for kids in Cobb and Paulding counties who may go hungry when school is out. Families, youth groups, staff teams this is a great way to give back to your community together. Come join the fun! Here are items that are needed for the lunches: granola bars, individual bags of chips, pretzels, goldfish, pudding cups, rice krispie treats, applesauce, fruit cups, fruit snacks, apples , oranges, Peanut, butter and Jelly, bread

Donations can be dropped off any time at the Northwest Family YMCA located at 1700 Dennis Kemp LN, Kennesaw, GA 30152

Interested in volunteering or want to learn more about the Lunch break program? Email Becky Cross beckyc@ymcaatlanta

NEW SUMMER ART CLASSES fOR TEENSThe Art Station Offers Creative Teen

Experiences Want to inspire your artistic teen or preteen this summer?

The Art Station-Big Shanty offers a wide variety of youth art classes throughout June and July. Ages 11-18 have exciting options, such as, Stop Motion Animation, Pottery on the Wheel, Improv and more! Classes are available for mornings or afternoons, meet Monday-Friday, and change weekly. There is something different to discover every week. The Art Station-Big Shanty is located at 2050 Kennesaw Due West by Kennesaw Mountain High School. For more information visit artstationcobb.org or call 770-514-5930.

fREE hOMEBUYERS WORkShOPBrandi May, Realtor invites the public

to attend her FREE Homebuyer Workshop on Wednesday June 20, at 7:00 pm. This event will be held at The Venue on Main St., Kennesaw. To register Text Brandi at 770-500-0598 or email her at [email protected]

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Learn behind the scenes knowledge and real estate concepts if you are considering beginning the steps towards buying a home. Whether your plans are to buy a home next month or in a year- DON’T miss this event. Attendance is free, however space is limited. At The Venue on Main St., Kennesaw

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Cobb Beauty CollegeThe Premier Cosmetology School of the Southeast

Invites you to enroll now for June or July Cosmetology Classes. This 1500 hour course ranges from the cutting and styling of hair to the treatment and care of the nails and skin.

Class Hours: Day, (9-5) Evening (5-9) and Mothers with school children (9-2) are available.

2018 Grants for the full program at Cobb Beauty College are available, ranging up to $5920/year. Call 770-424-6915 for an appointment. See if you qualify for a grant.

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Have you heard about Flower Remedies, a safe and natural method of healing created from natural materials. This is an opportunity to learn as OAK Sanctuary will be hosting an introductory workshop on Bach Flower Remedies.

This workshop will be held Sunday, June 10 beginning at 4pm at Core Bodyworks, 4358A Southside Drive, Acworth, GA 30101. The cost is $20 and you will make your own personal remedy to take home.

Bach Flower Remedies were created by Dr. Edward Bach in the 1920s and 1930s. Bach believed that emotional and mental problems were the cause of disease. Bach Flower Remedies consist of 38 different plants and trees that assist the body in returning to a state of balance and peace. Each remedy is associated with a human emotion such as anger, fear, despair, lack of confidence, impatience, or hopelessness. By using a small amount of the flower remedies and taking them several times a day, the body and emotions return to a balanced state and the body is able to heal itself. The remedies are very simple to use.

This Workshop will teach you how to create your own special remedy that addresses your situation. For more information, please visit www.theoaksanctuary.com.

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DISTRIBUTIONBY RAYMOND D RhOADES, CPAThe increased standard deduction for all

taxpayers that is effective for 2018 will result in significantly fewer taxpayers who will itemize their deductions. Many more will opt to claim the higher standard deduction, but those who are used to itemizing may need to revise the mechanics of their charitable donations. Claiming the standard deduction means that there is no tax benefit for any of your itemized deductions, including charitable contributions.

A Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) is generally a nontaxable IRA distribution made directly by the trustee of your IRA to an organization eligible to receive tax deductible contributions. It is only available to those taxpayers age 70-1/2 and older and does count toward the required minimum distribution (RMD).

The taxpayer must initiate the QCD and give the custodian of their IRA specific instructions as to amount and identification of the charity. The trustee will issue the check payable directly to the charity. When these requirements are met the amount of the QCD is not taxable to the taxpayer but still counts toward meeting your RMD. It is like getting the tax benefit of the charitable contribution while still claiming the full standard deduction.

Because of the paperwork involved, this method is not something that would be used to make a small, one time contribution. For those who are charitably inclined and graciously support a particular charity or church but don’t anticipate being able to itemize, this strategy can realize tax savings. It may take a shift in routine, but those taxpayers who are used to giving weekly or monthly to their church, for example, can fulfill their annual pledge with a single QCD. The IRS does not require a minimum amount to qualify as a QCD, only a maximum allowed amount: $100,000 per year per taxpayer.

You must still have the written acknowledgement from the charity. It is the taxpayer’s responsibility to inform your tax preparer that you made a QCD because the custodians are not required to specifically identify any QCD on the 1099-R form issued at the end of the year.

Note that this strategy is only available with Traditional IRAs. SEP IRAs and SIMPLE IRAs are not eligible to make QCDs.

As a follow up to last month’s a r t i c l e a b o u t words with ancient origins, I thought I would share a few more.

Have you ever wondered about the origin of the word CLUE. This word comes from the Greek myth about

the Minotaur and his maze. According to the story, just before Theseus was to be thrown into the maze, he was given a ball of yard to help him find his way out. In ancient Greek this ball of yarn was known as a “clew”. Theseus unraveled the yarn behind him leaving a trail as he traveled through the maze. After he defeated the Minotaur he was able to follow the yarn back to the beginning to get out. This “clew” then represented following a path to solve a puzzle. The spelling changed later to what we use today.

The next two words, SALARY and SALAD, have a common link. SALARY comes from the Latin word “salarius” that contains the root “sal” which is salt. Salt was very important to Roman soldiers. Some sources say that these men were allotted an amount of money to buy salt. Others state that the men were paid in salt. Regardless, whether they received money or salt, what they were paid became known as a SALARY.

The word SALAD also comes from the Latin “sal” or salt. Romans would put salt on their leaf vegetables because they thought they were bitter. The word literally means salted vegetables.

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Cosmetology is a great skill to take on when graduating from high school and blazing a new trail in the real world. There are many great reasons to choose an awarding career as a cosmetologist, and below I have listed 3:

1.You have flexibility in your schedule, you have the option to work part time, or full time, days or evenings. Cosmetologist often build their clientele based off clients that desire to come to you specifically because of your schedule.

2. There is always room for advancement, from education to ownership the possibilities are endless, and this career choice will take you as far as you want to go!!!

3. There is constant advancement and styles are always changing, cosmetology works hand in hand with fashion, which breeds excitement and is sure to never leave you bored.

4. And you can be a licensed and practicing cosmetologist in about one year

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DAvID PERSSON, PAST PRESIDENTSigns of summer are beginning to pop up

all around us and I, for one, am glad to see them. The grass is finally green again, birds and other wildlife are everywhere during my morning runs, our commutes to work are consistently shorter without all the school traffic, and the evenings stay light so much longer. Summer is the season where our kids get to take

a break, rest their brains, enjoy just being kids for awhile, and recharge before the next school year.

Even when we grow up and start our careers, I don’t think the excitement for summer ever leaves us. We look forward to those summer vacations, the occasional long weekends, and the opportunities to reset and recharge our brains. Sometimes turning our brains off for a few days or taking a step back and looking at our businesses differently is all it takes to re-energize us.

The Kennesaw Business Association does not take a break in the summer and is on a mission to provide programming that will help its’ members re-energize and re-imagine their businesses and careers. The networking calendar for KBA is full this summer and the speakers we have lined up will not disappoint.

Join us on Tuesday, June 12th when motivational speaker and author, Nadia Bilchik, fires up our lunch guests with her Networking for Success secrets. Her goal is to help everyone kick their relationships up a notch and re-imagine the possibilities. Please mark your calendars and join us for this energetic speaker.

We are excited to be hosting our June Alive After Five event at the brand new Governor’s Gun Club in Kennesaw. Come take a tour of this amazing facility and practice those networking skills with the rest of our guests at this popular after hours event. Tuesday, June 19th, from 5:30pm - 7:30am.

If you are an early riser, come network with us at our June 26th Wake Up KBA event at Mission for Life Church in Kennesaw. Please visit the KBA website at www.kennesawbusiness.org for a complete listing of our networking events, community events, and member directory.

I hope you all take a few opportunities to slow down and enjoy all that summer has to offer. Clear your head, clean off your desk, pick up a good book and check out for a minute. Then come back with the energy to re-imagine your possibilities. Happy Summer everyone!

May is in the rear view mirror, summer is upon us, and the Acworth Business Association had one of our best Mays ever! At our monthly luncheon we gave well-deserved scholarships to 6 of our local high school seniors:

Jack Brunswick, Harrison High School; Claudia Checo, North Cobb High School;Ryan Cobelli, Kennesaw Mountain High School; Mallory Dennard, North Cobb Christian; Connor Giresi, Allatoona High School; Mattie Nall, North Paulding High School

We couldn’t be more proud of these young men and women! A massive “Thank You” to every ABA member, and our Sponsors. It is your membership and investment in the ABA that allows us to give back in ways like this, while we elevate your business and the Acworth business community. Our luncheon speaker was State Representative Ed Setzler, and lunch was provided by JD’s Barbecue. We also exchanged several business referrals at our 2 Morning Jolts, and made new business connections at our Alive After Five at Cedar Plantation. Our Women’s Business Network Luncheon was a hit with guest speaker Ellen Kennerly with Kennerly Digital. We are officially on pace to have more members and sponsors in 2018 than ever before!

ABA AND ThE MORNINg JOLTOne of our regular events that I hear

the most positive feedback about is our Morning Jolt. The Jolt is our twice-a-month morning marketing meeting, that is laser focused on giving and receiving referrals. Every Jolt participant gets to share who they want to meet including prospective clients, centers of influence, or other businesses with services they need. Then we make those introductions happen. Many times I have seen first time guests leave with several referrals. Where else can tree trimmers, CPAs, screen printers, mortgage brokers, chiropractors, beauty supplies providers, and many more professionals get to know each other grow one each other’s businesses? If you are a business owner or professional wanting to do business in Acworth, you simply cannot afford not to come to ABA’s Morning Jolt at 7:45am the 2nd and 4th Tuesday mornings every month. The Jolt is hosted by our friends at the Acworth American Legion Post 304 on Main St.

Head over to AcworthBusiness.org to learn more!

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School’s out and summer vacations are kicking off: pool time, lake time, beach time, mountain time, deck/porch time. Whatever your choice, I hope you have a relaxing time. Don’t, however, be so relaxed that you forget that the governor signed HB673 revising GA code 40-6-241 (Distracted Driving). The new law goes into effect on July 1st. Our department will be making several public service announcements, trying to help you make safe and wise decisions. To summarize:

While operating a motor vehicle on any highway of the state, drivers are prohibited from the following activities with a wireless or stand-alone electronic device:

•Physically holding or supporting a device with any part of their body;

•Writing, sending, or reading any text-based communication (does not apply to voice-based communications that are converted to a text message or the use of the devise for navigation.)

•Watching a video or movie; or•Recording or broadcasting a video.

EXCEPTIONSThe law does not apply when the driver

is: Reporting a traffic accident, medical emergency, fire, actual or potential criminal/delinquent act, or road condition that causes an immediate and serious traffic or safety hazard.

According to the National Safety Council, automotive fatalities topped 40,000 for the last 2 years. One of the biggest contributors is distracted driving. Whether you agree with the law or not, let’s take this seriously and make a positive impact to this statistic. Enjoy your summer and help us help you stay safe! In Humble Service-

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While many of us own and use smart phones which come with blue tooth, which work well with newer cars. Not all of us own newer car models that can talk with your Smart phone. If you want to use your phone, you can make you present car Blue Tooth Friendly for as little as $25.00. These are devices that do not need to be installed, simply plug into car lighter (yes, it is still called a ‘car lighter’. Most of us use it to plug in a charger to charge our phones.

Go online and google “Bluetooth for Cars Without Bluetooth. Be sure you read the customer reviews before you make a purchase. I usually pick the model with the most good customer reviews.

OPEN hOUSECMS Pain and Rehab welcomes, Dr.

Timothy Lee Shelton, Physiatrist back to Marietta, Ga. CMS Pain and Rehab is a Non-Surgical Pain Relief Facility, located at 2550 Windy Hill Rd SE Suite 215, Marietta, Georgia. 30067, offering Innovative Medicine, and Regenerative Orthopedic Care. Please call us at, 770.702.7500 to find out more and to make an appointment with Dr. Shelton. Dr Shelton invites his prior patients and new patients to come see him.

CMS Pain and Rehab will hold an Open House on June 26, 2018 from 4-7:00pm.

The Bright Side warmly welcomes Dr. Tim Shelton back to Cobb County. His treatment and advise saved me from a knee replacement.

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BY LISA BROWNINg, COREBODY WORkS.

If you know me as a teacher, one of my pet peeves is people getting categorized, for our bodies are dynamic, and always changing. So truly, our numerical age is not a factor that we should live by. Although, we do have changes in our body as we age. Acquiring knowledge about those changes, while consistently exercising/moving the body are crucial to avoiding pitfalls.

One of the saddest facts is that our tissue gets brittle as we age! We can keep the muscles supple by consistent movement and good diet. Although, when the joint tissue gets drier, it de-stabilizes the joint. This will cause injury. When we practice yoga, we practice stabilizing joints while they are weight bearing, training muscles to help to do that job, which will keep up strong over the years.

I teach a yoga class that was, years ago, my first “senior”, gentle class. About 5 years ago I renamed it Mindful Yoga. I told this older, strong, consistent group of people that the reason for the name change had to do with how well they listened and learned, as well as how fit they had gotten over a period of time. I wanted them to know that we were not just practicing “easy” asanas, but doing all types of yoga poses, mindfully.

So, if I add an over 50 class or not, you will see many fit, strong 60-80 year olds at Core Bodyworks able to try inversions, arm balances, and move through a Sun Salutation with ease. It most often is possible when you are consistent, and recover healthily. You will also see them do alternate poses when appropriate. They listen to their bodies, ask questions, and learn each time they practice. We talk about why shoulders or wrists may not handle the pressure or repetition that the younger (or not) person beside them may be able to practice. Exercise is stress, good stress. Yoga is a balanced practice, individualized to those that are Mindful.

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ACWORTh fARMERS MARkET

Acworth Farmers Market - The Historic Downtown Acworth Farmer’s Market is open every Friday morning and will continue each Friday morning from 8:00 a.m. until noon through Friday, October 26. The market is located in Historic Downtown Acworth in the Acworth First Baptist Church Parking Lot on the north end of Main Street.

The Acworth Farmer’s Market is proudly sponsored by the Acworth Downtown Development Authority. If you are interested in more information on being a vendor or just have questions about the market, please call 770-917-1234.

ACWORTh BEACh RENTALS

The City of Acworth is excited to partner with Acworth Beach Rentals (ABR) again this summer to offer kayak and stand up paddleboard rentals at Cauble Park beginning Saturday April 28!

Lake Acworth is the perfect place to relax and spend the day exploring out on the water. Whether you’re with friends, family, or simply need a relaxing day by yourself at the lake, ABR strives to provide you with high quality water sport rentals and friendly service! Rentals are held beside Acworth Beach and are available to people 13 and older. Rentals will be available on Saturdays from 10 to 8, Sundays from noon to 8, and weekdays by appointment only. Rental times are subject to change depending on weather.

For more information or to make an appointment, please visit www.acworthbeachrentals.com.

ACWORTh SLIDE The City of Acworth and Shoreline

Entertainment, LLC is proud to announce the return of the World’s Largest Inflatable Water Slide at Dallas Landing Park! The park is located at 5120 Allatoona Drive Acworth, 30101. The slide is 36 ft. tall and 175 ft. long. Opening Day is May 25! For slide rates and hours of operation, please visit their website. Please note there is a $5.00 parking fee at Dallas Landing for non-city residents, Monday-Friday nad $10.00 on the weekends.

For more information on the slide or to make reservations, visit www.acworthslide.com.

ACWORTh hISTORY fOUNDATION

The JUNE 12 speaker for the History Foundation meeting is Lisa Russell, “Underwater Towns of North Georgia”. The meeting begins at 7:00 pm at the Roberts Community and Education Center, 4681 School Street, Acworth.

hORIzON kICkBALL The Acworth Parks, Recreation, and

Community Resource Department offers a non-competitive kickball league for athletes with physical and or cognitive disabilities played on the Horizon Field in Acworth.

Registration and all other league information can be found on the Horizon League website: www.acworthspecialneeds.com.




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Summer is here! Acworth is the perfect destination for staycation fun with your family at the neighborhood playground or lake. In addition to our many beautiful parks, we like

to provide a variety of outdoor athletic opportunities and events to our community to help get the kids outside, enjoying the fresh air, and bring families together.

On Saturday, May 5, the City of Acworth hosted the second annual Dragon Boat Festival, held at Dallas Landing Park. The event was a fundraiser for Loving Arms Cancer Research and Dragon Boat Atlanta’s Breast Cancer Awareness Team. Team Acworth and Team Kennesaw faced off again in a rematch battle between the cities, as well as our friends from Powder Springs and Cobb County governments. It was a close one, but Kennesaw again persevered and beat everyone to the finish line.

On Saturday, June 30, we will host our Summer Classic Car Cruise in Historic Downtown Acworth. The event will be from 4:00

p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and is free to the public. We invite you to bring your family and enjoy strolling through the classics before you dine in one of our many chef driven restaurants.

We are already looking forward to football season, as the Acworth Football and Cheerleading Association is now registering for 2018. The association offers tiny tot and tackle divisions for football players and cheerleaders between the age of three and twelve. Practices will begin at the end of July and games will begin the last weekend in August. You can register online at www.acworthwarriors.com.

Celebrate Independence Day with us at Cauble Park on Wednesday, July 4. Festivities begin at 4:00 p.m. with fireworks at dark. As tradition holds, there will be special tribute to all those men and women who have served in our Armed Forces at 7:45 p.m. Parking will be available in Historic Downtown Acworth, with shuttles provided.

As always, for more information on any of these projects, events and programs you can visit www.acworth.org, sign up for our e-news blasts on our home page, “like” Visit Acworth on Facebook, or follow us on Twitter at @VisitAcworth.

God Bless, Tommy

ACWORTh ARTS ALLIANCE EvENTS“Summer Splash,” is the exhibit at the

Art House in Acworth, will be on display through July 28, according to the Acworth Arts Alliance. An Open House is planned for Saturday, July 7 from 6-9 p.m.

“Transitions,” the next exhibit which is scheduled for Aug. 4-Sept. 9, will accept artist’s submissions up to July 15. All area artists are invited to submit their work for consideration by the July 15 deadline for this exhibit. Please see acworthartsalliance.org for more information.

The Acworth Arts Alliance’s Art House (501c3, Non-Profit) at 4425 Cherokee Street in Acworth, offers art exhibits and classes, workshops and camps to the greater NW Atlanta area. There is no charge to visit the Art House. Classes, workshops and camp information can be obtained on their website at: acworthartsalliance.org. Their hours are Tuesday-Saturday, 12-6.

For more information please call: 678-543-5777 or email Cathy Green at: [email protected]

ACWORTh LIBRARY STORYTIME IN ThE PARk

Join us every Tuesday morning, beginning June 5, for outdoor storytime in beautiful Frana Brown Park located in downtown Acworth, right across from the Post Office. Bring a towel or blanket to sit on and some snacks! All ages are welcome! Frana Brown Park is located at 4901 North Main Street, Acworth, GA 30101. No registration required. We will meet at the park at 10:30 am. In the event of rain, we will meet in the library.

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CIvIL WAR hISTORY DAY PROgRAM The Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History, in partnership with the

“Friends of Camp McDonald’ group, are hosting a living history program on June 9, from 9:30 am – 5 pm. Interpreters will focus on local history, discussing both a Union and Confederate point-of-view. The program falls near the anniversary of Camp McDonald Day. Established on June 11, 1861, during the beginning of the Civil War, Camp McDonald served as a Confederate training camp for Georgia volunteers. The approximately 60-acre camp encompassed a large portion of present-day downtown Kennesaw.

Visitors will have a chance to interact with costumed living historians and observe hourly weapons demonstrations and drills. A small Federal encampment will be located on the front yard of the Museum while visitors will find the Confederate side at Camp McDonald Park (across from Kennesaw City Hall),

where the “Friends of Camp McDonald” will host their Fourth Annual Camp McDonald Day. Dr. Richard Banz, Museum Executive Director, states, “We plan to explore a more diverse conversation with visitors, more so than perhaps the traditional military history one typically hears. Educators will share stories of Unionist activity in Georgia and regional dissent toward the Confederacy, as well as the roles of women and African-Americans during the war. We will highlight diverging voices of the time, representing both Confederate and Union, to demonstrate the complicated nature of the war and its impact on those in the area.”

Local historian, Michael K. Shaffer, will present lectures at the Museum, titled, “Civil War in Cobb County” at 10 am, “Camp McDonald” at 1 pm, and “Civil War in Georgia” at 3:15 pm. Mr. Shaffer will also lead walking tours of the Camp McDonald Park site. Our youngest visitors will also have a chance to free play with games, toys, and activities from the period and make a cornhusk doll to take home, all facilitated by an educator. The Peachtree Hand Spinners Guild will demonstrate the art of yarn spinning, presenting a regular domestic chore of the period.

The program is free with regular Museum admission. Adults are $7.50, Seniors (60+) are $6.50, and Children (ages 4 – 12) are $5.50. Discounts and coupons do not apply for special events but members enter FREE. The Southern Museum is located at 2829 Cherokee Street in downtown Kennesaw. For more information, please visit SouthernMuseum.org..

kENNESAW STATE UNIvERSITY PRESENTS SUMMER ShAkESPEARE PROgRAMMINg

“A MIDSUMMER’S NIghT’S DREAM” IS fIRST IN ThE SERIESKennesaw State University is proud to announce a new summer Shakespeare

company developed by the Department of Theatre and Performance Studies: “Shakespeare Kennesaw.” The first play, scheduled for mid-June, is “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” to be performed under the stars at the outdoor Legacy Gazebo Amphitheater o n t h e K e n n e s a w campus. The Gazebo will be transformed into an Elizabethan outdoor playhouse for the production, one of Shakespeare’s most popular plays.

P a t r o n s m a y purchase VIP tickets close to the stage with tables and chairs provided, or may purchase general admission tickets to sit on the tiered lawn on blankets or low-backed beach chairs. Picnicking is highly encouraged, and there will also be concession options.

‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ is one of Shakespeare’s happiest comedies, featuring crossed loves, fairy spells and strange transformations. I hope that patrons will bring family and friends and enjoy a spectacular evening,” said Patty Poulter, Dean of the College of the Arts.

The play will be performed June 13-16 and June 20-23, Wednesdays through Saturdays, at 8 p.m. In the case of inclement weather, performances will move indoors to the Stillwell Theater, or patrons may exchange their ticket(s) for a different outdoor performance date. Ticket prices range from $10 to $27 and may be purchased at ticketing.kennesaw.edu or by calling 470-578-6650.

BRAIN TRAINThe Southern Museum Education

Program presents BRAIN TRAIN - a summer S.T.E.A.M. Workshop for families with kids ages 5-12. They are held on the second Wednesday and following Saturday during June, July and August. Program is FREE for members or with museum admission for nonmembers. Drop in anytime. Visit Southernmuseum.org for more information. The Museum is located at 2829 Cherokee St., Kennesaw.

MOMMY & ME CLASSES PRESChOOL PROgRAM

Join us each Thursday from 9:30 am – 12:30 pm for Mommy & Me! Our program is specifically designed for children aged 3-5 and their caregivers. Discover and explore the world around us through play! Create, experiment, investigate, and learn together. Each week has a different theme, and lots of fun new activities to play with. Cost is included in museum admission and free for museum members.

SkATE BOARD DAY, JUNE 21Skate groms, rippers and shredders are all invited to help celebrate the official

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SPECIAL NEEDS kIDS NEED DANCE!BY CAROL vARgAS

Inclusion. A HUGE positive word. When you have a child with special needs it can be a controversial word.

Many years ago I was looking for something I did not think I would find. I called Great Gig Dance and got a hold of Karen Dettwiller Everhart (who our family still adores to this day). Then she had Dawn Abernathy Parker call me. Before I knew it we registered and was going to give this place a try.

Even when they moved from close to our house to a bit further away, to a larger facility, we stayed because we were hooked. We loved the special needs class and how my kids were able to handle it all. I instantly liked & respected Dawn.

Fast forward to today and the amazing Dale Desirèe that works weekly with ‘Ella. Teachers like Avery Gillham that Jesse grew up watching dance and then become his teacher & mentor. Robert Chabot, Lindsay Fritz, Victoria Everhart, Holly Lynn Culpepper- all the great Ensemble teachers. Tammy Quarles Everhart has always been willing to learn & understand to better work with my two and that says ALOT!

Our studio has a special needs dance class but we also have special needs students in other classes.

I could give a long speech about how important music & dance is to special needs students, and how beneficial it is to them.

Give a dance class a try parents of special needs kids. I know its hard & scary, but with the right teacher & studio, miracles will happen!

Pictured above: Special needs class from NCHS had a field trip and had a blast at Great Gig Dance in May. Pure joy was written on their faces.

ACWORTh BUSINESS ASSOCIATION SChOLARShIPS

During the May ABA luncheon, the association, Todd Lollis, Chair of Education presented scholarships to the following students: Allatoona High School: Connor Giresi, Harrison High School: Jack Brunswick, North Paulding High School: Mattie Nall, Kennesaw Mountain High School: Ryan Cobelli, North Cobb High School: Claudia Checo,and North Cobb Christian: Mallory Dennard. The students are pictured above with Todd Lollis on far left.

Each student received $750 which will help defray their costs of books and incidentals when they start college in the fall.


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Contact Brenda Hall, REALTOR®/Broker and Owner of 4-Walls Residential, LLC.Register at https://www.4-wallsresidential.com/first-time-home-buyers-seminar or call Direct: 404.441.3237 – email: [email protected]

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TOWN CENTER CID RECEIvES $10.4M gRANT fOR PhASE III Of SOUTh BARRETT RELIEvER PROJECT

Town Center Community Improvement District (CID) is pleased to announce that Phase III of the South Barrett Reliever project has received $10.4M in federal funding from the Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC). This is the largest award for a regional roadway project during this funding cycle. The grant was released through ARC’s Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), which allocates federal funds for the construction of high-priority projects.

Since its inception, the Town Center CID has focused on increasing mobility and improving connectivity in the Town Center area. The South Barrett Reliever is a key component to reaching that goal. Once completed, it will offer an alternative route for Barrett Parkway, reducing congestion at the I-75 interchange. It is the Town Center CID’s largest infrastructure project to date, with total cost of the first three phases amounting to more than $45M.

“This award is a major step forward in completing our funding goal for Phase III,” said Tracy Rathbone, executive director of the Town Center CID. “Everyone who lives, works in, or commutes through Town Center has experienced the congestion on Barrett Parkway. Soon, the South Barrett Reliever will ease some of this headache, offering more options and reducing traffic. We are excited to be able to offer a solution to the thousands of drivers in our district each day.”

The South Barrett Reliever Phase III includes a bridge over I-75 and the newly constructed managed lanes. It will widen, realign, and extend Shiloh Valley Drive across the interstate to a widened Roberts Court, forming a continuous road. When complete, the project is expected to provide mobility relief, improve public safety, and reduce congestion by more than 22%. Preliminary Engineering and Design is currently underway, and Phase III is expected to break ground in 2020.

Currently, this multi-phased project is in the final stages of Phase II, which includes the realignment of Barrett Lakes Boulevard at Shiloh Valley Drive with a two-lane roundabout. It also provides critical safety improvements, crosswalks, a five-foot-wide sidewalk, lighting and landscaping. These features will also extend to Phase III. The CID expects Phase II to be completed this summer.

kBA DONATES TO ChOA OUTPATIENT CENTERSeveral KBA Board members were on hand at the Children’s at Town Center Outpatient

Care Center to present a $10,000 donation for the facility. A room in the facility has been named for the Kennesaw Business Association.

The new 48,187-square-foot building, located on the existing Children’s at Town Center campus, provides pediatric specialty care in multiple disciplines to Cobb County and surrounding areas.

The facility offers families access to an expanded sports medicine gym, outpatient rehabilitation, and orthotics and prosthetics, as well as pediatric specialists, including allergy, otolaryngology (ENT), endocrinology, general surgery, nephrology, orthopaedics and pulmonology.

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ENTER ThE MISS COBB COUNTY PAgEANT

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are encouraged to take the first step to becoming Miss America by entering the 6ls t annual Miss Cobb County Scholarship Pageant set for the Jennie T. Anderson Theater, Marietta, Aug. 4,

a t 7 p . m . Contestants must be

17-24 years-old, single and a high school graduate. Over $30,000 in cash scholarships and prizes will be awarded. Judging categories are private interview, talent, evening gown and physical fitness. The deadline to enter is July 2. The winner will be crowned by the reigning Miss Cobb County, Victoria Hill, who will compete for the title of Miss Georgia in Columbus, June 12-16. For further information and an application, contact Gene Phillips, 770.435.6378 or [email protected]. The Miss Georgia Pageant has recognized the Miss Cobb County Pageant as the top scholarship pageant in Georgia for the past twenty-three years.

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The benefits of salt therapy are wide-ranging. Salt levels affect our cell activity, energy and blood sugar levels. A natural disinfectant, salt is antimicrobial, and antibacterial. Salt comes in empty processed forms or healthier pure sea salt (Himalayan and Dead Sea salt) that contain 84 elements and trace elements found in the human body. Dry salt air is more powerful than moist air.

The negatively charged ions in salt improve our health and mood. Inhaling particles may reduce inflammation and mucus in the lungs, improving respiratory conditions such as asthma, allergies, bronchitis, sinus congestion and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Scientific studies show that people with asthma and other ailments breath easier after halotherapy.

The calming and detoxifying effects of halotherapy can support the immune, nervous and lymphatic systems. Additional benefits are reduced stress and headaches, increased energy, and better sleep patterns. Salt ions purify the air and may increase lung capacity and reduce physical ailments for adults, children and athletes. Treatments are recommended to help keep the body healthy during flu or allergy seasons.

Skin conditions can also be improved with halotherapy (psoriasis, rashes, eczema, acne). Table salt, sodium chloride, is dehydrating, but pure mineral salts have natural moisturizing properties and support the skin’s water balance and barrier function by attracting moisture to the skin. Minerals are necessary for cell function and detoxification, so mineral salts have strong rejuvenating properties.

Experts note that the concentration of particles in halotherapy is about 10 to 15 times the concentration found by the sea. A 30-minute session is equal to three days by the sea. “Kinetically activated dry salt particles are like an army of janitors helping to detox the respiratory system,” explains Ulle Pukk, founder of Salt Chamber Inc. In our facility we have top of the line halogenator that processes salt into microparticles dispersed in controlled amounts.

Similar to a meditation session, you breath deeply while listening to calming music and focusing on the natural beauty of the salt crystals. The pure environment is precisely balanced with 40 to 50 percent humidity and 70 to 75 degrees F temperatures. Breathing salty air is a refreshing ritual to add to your wellness routine. Experience natural detoxification and see for yourself if you breathe easier. Call the office and schedule your first session for half off our normal fees. 770-429-9733

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When it comes to pediatric healthcare, parents almost always have a pediatrician and dentist in mind. However, growing children need thorough, comprehensive care for every aspect of their health – including their eyes. Eye care is usually overlooked in pediatric medicine because parents can be unaware of the importance of their children’s eyes, thinking eye care is a concern exclusive to adults. With this lack of health education, many parents consult eye specialists when their children are already experiencing problems and symptoms such as poor, blurry vision or recurring dry, itchy eyes.

Contrary to popular belief, eye disorders among children are very common. The American Optometry Association (AOA) estimates that 1 in every 4 children has a vision-related condition. If left undiagnosed and untreated, this serious condition could hinder a child’s normal growth and development. Pediatric eye exams are just another important step in making sure that children are happy and healthy.

Common vision-related problems that can be found in children include nearsightedness, f a r s i g h t e d n e s s a n d a s t i g m a t i s m . Nearsightedness is the inability to see distant objects clearly. With farsightedness, vision is blurry when looking at objects up-close. (However, mild farsightedness can be normal in young children.) Astigmatism is irregularly shaped eyes resulting in blurred vision.

Amblyopia, which is normally referred to as “lazy eye”, is also common. It is characterized by poor, underdeveloped vision in one eye. If left untreated, the child’s brain will recognize the better-seeing eye as stronger and essentially stop using the poorer eye.

Many of these vision disorders are more difficult to treat once a child is fully-grown. Prompt and early diagnosis is crucial to ensuring your child’s vision to be healthy for a lifetime.

Preschool is a critical time for learning, and sensory adaptation cannot develop without the help of two healthy eyes. We recommend scheduling your child’s first eye exam with us as early as the age of three.

Eighty percent of all learning is performed through vision. Other symptoms of learning-related vision problems include eyestrain resulting to headache, short attention span, difficulty of identifying objects, poor eye-hand coordination and developmental delay. Do not wait for these symptoms to impede your child’s learning capability.

Pediatric Eye Exams can provide correct diagnosis, and proper treatment, whether it be glasses, contacts, or vision therapy, to align with your child’s needs. Help your child to reach his highest potential by providing a clear vision and future – call us today at 770-974-3153.





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Helping kids in need play the sports they love!CONgRATULATIONS

The Acworth Warriors Select has been selected to play in the Cooperstown Dreams Pak and American Youth Baseball Hall of Fame Invitational Tournament during the week of July 14 in the Magical Mythical Home of Baseball, Cooperstown, NY. In addition to competing against teams from around the country member os the Acworth Warriors Select will be enshrined in the American Youth Baseball Hall of Fame.

Pictured above: Bottom: l-r Andrew Roberts, Chase Whitlock, Tyler Turner, Ben Talley, Coby Barrett, Hunter Lovett, Second row: Gavin Settle, Kaden Petix, Austin Felger, Cambrie Carrington, Jacob Perry and Harrison Felger. Back row: Coach Ron Felger, Coach Ronnie Carrington, Coach Joe Whitlock, Coach James Perry and Manager Bobby RobertsENJOY! and Play Ball.

BIg ShANTY BASSMASTERS AT LAkE hARTWELLThe Big Shanty Bassmasters traveled to Lake Hartwell this past weekend May 19-20.

Weather forecast was for that typical early summer tropical mugginess but for the most part it wasn’t too bad. We had clouds and drizzle Saturday am and partly cloudy skies Sunday. Air temps were in the Low 80’s as was the water, and the clarity was clear. Everyone caught fish but not a lot a heavy weights brought to the scales, it seems that these fish had just come off the beds and were staging for the post spawn, but were not feeding yet. Day one saw Michael Miranda on the Co Angler side win with a 5 fish limit weighing in at 5lbs 12 oz. and Danny Perdue on the Boater side with 8lbs 3oz. Day 2 had Sammy Young on the Co Angler side winning with a 5 fish limit at 6lb 06 oz and Scott Bates on the Boater side with 6lbs 7 oz. All anglers reported that the majority of their catch were on shakey head finesse jigs and worms fished around secondary points and pockets leading from the spawning areas. The Club had a very good time of fun and fellowship.

Our next meeting is June 2nd at Provinos Restaurant 7pm, on Barrett Pkwy and our next tournament is June 9th at lake Chickamauga. For those of you who are interested in joining, we are coming up on our last 3 events of this season. Now would be a great time to submit your application and fish your 2 prospective tournaments and be ready for the Start of the 2018-2019 season which begins in September. For More Information please check out our website @ www.bigshantybassmasters.com , email [email protected] or message us on facebook.

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The Acworth Football and Cheerleading Association provides competitive and instructional football and cheerleading opportunities for children between the ages of five and twelve. Teams are grouped according to age and weight. Football players are placed on teams with other children of similar skill and experience. Practice begins the last week in July and ends in early to middle November. Once the season starts practice will be held three nights a week with a game on Saturday.

Registration rates, league information, and on-site registration dates can be found on the Acworth Warriors website: www.acworthwarriors.com.

SUMMER SPORTS CAMP SERIES -

The summer is full of opportunities for your child to brush up on the fundamentals of several sports. This summer the department will be hosting a speed and agility camp and a kid’s football camp. Both camps are extremely affordable. Every camper will also receive a camp t-shirt and water bottle! Speed & Agility Camp will be held on July 9 – 13 and Football Camp will be held on July 17 – 19.

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On Saturday May 5th, ETO Martial Arts and Fitness inducted 8 new black belts into the ETO Black Belt Circle. The new black belts demonstrated the last of their requirements during a 3 1/2 hour physical testing period. Their execution of technique, forms, weapons, board breaking, grappling, sparring and overall stamina was judged by a panel of ETO senior black belt instructors. In addition to the physical requirements, each recommended black belt had to submit character recommendation letters and essay. The test ended with a special ceremony in which portions of each black belt essay was shared with the audience. Many of the writings acknowledged the support of family, friends and instructors. Each essay was a unique tale of the incredible journey from ETO white belt to ETO black belt! ETO is proud to welcome the following students into the ETO Black Belt Circle: Isabelle Welsh (1st Degree), Gavin Tica (1st Degree), Matthew Gilliam (1st Degree), Michael Krantz (1st Degree), Ethan Nunez (2nd Degree), John Ruechel (2nd Degree), Xandy Edwards (4th Degree) & Rob Gilliam (4th Degree). For more information on ETO, check out www.myeto.com or call 770-528-9821.

ADD kICk TO YOUR SUMMER AT CAMP ETOSummer Break is here! Don’t miss your opportunity to kick into some fun with ETO!

ETO is proud to host its 12th annual Camp ETO located at 2689 South Main Street in down town Kennesaw. This martial arts and fitness themed camp is offered for 2 weeklong sessions the weeks of June 11-15 and July 9-13. Camp ETO is the perfect summer event for both the seasoned martial artist and the beginner who has yet to throw a first punch. The week’s activities will focus on fitness, sportsmanship, safety awareness, community service, values lessons, and skills development in a fun and safe environment. In addition to martial arts, activities will include outdoor games, swimming, field trips, crafts, service projects and guest speakers. For more information or to enroll,

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kENNESAW TEEN CENTER

The Bill Thrash Kennesaw Teen Center invites all runners to participate in their major fundraiser, the Dream Dash, on Saturday, June 16, 2018. Register online at kennesawgrandprix.com or at Big Peach Running Co., Kennesaw. The fun begins at 7:30 am with the 1 Mile Fun Run, and the 5K Run/Walk starts at 8:00 am. A perfect event for the whole family.

The Kennesaw Teen Center hosts both an after school enrichment program and a summer program. It is run under the umbrella of the Kennesaw Dream Foundation which is chaired by Rev. John Harris of Thankful Baptist Church.

During the 2017/2018 school year the Teen Center partnered with Pine Mtn Middle school and rising 6th graders from Hayes Elementary school, with help from the KSU Volunteer Program.

The Kennesaw Teen Center is located at Thankful Baptist Church, 928 Due West Rd., Kennesaw. They are currently accepting enrollment in their summer program and if you are interested in attending you need to contact [email protected]

For more information about the Kennesaw Dream Foundation and how you might become a sponsor contact Rev. John Harris at [email protected].

CONgRATULATIONSBullard Elementary third grader, Audrey

Maddox, won 1st place Introductory Level at Skate Nashville 2018 ice skating competition on April 20th.

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per person; children ages 2 and under are free. Only major credit/debit cards will be accepted for admission payment. Capacity is limited so admittance is first-come, first-served. Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied and supervised by an adult. Swim suits and or appropriate attire must be worn at all times. Guests will be identified by a hand stamp for re-entry into the pad if they choose to leave. Open daily from 10-7 (except Thursdays). Located at Swift Cantrell Park, Kennesaw.





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AvA WRIghT hONORED WITh gOLD PRESIDENT’S vOLUNTEER SERvICE

Ava Wright (14), Lost Mountain Middle School student and Student Council President, has been honored with six volunteer service awards as part of the National Charity League (NCL), including the Gold President’s Volunteer Service Award for 100 or more hours of volunteer service in a year.

The President’s Volunteer Service Award (PVSA) recognizes citizens of the United States who have achieved the required number of hours of service over a 12-month time period. Along with the ultimate honor of presidential recognition, recipients receive a personalized certificate, an official pin, medallion and a congratulatory letter from the president of the United States.

In addition to the PVSA, Ms. Wright was also honored by NCL for achieving the highest number of philanthropic service hours for her class (2022) and she received: the Hourglass award for 100 combined hours of philanthropic service; the Mission Bell award for volunteering 50 hours to one charity (Leukemia

and Lymphoma Society); the Silver award for volunteering 25 hours to one charity (Hunger Doesn’t Take a Break); and the Mother/Daughter award given mother/daughter teams within the chapter who earn 40 philanthropic service hours together. All award hours are measured over a 12-month period and designated based on cumulative hours.

“I really enjoy giving my time to charities where I can work face to face with those that are in need. We have so many of these amazing organizations in our community and that’s what makes our area so special. I am extremely honored to receive the Gold President’s Volunteer Service Award and I look forward to continuing my volunteer efforts through high school,” said Ms. Wright.

Ms. Wright will be an incoming freshman at Harrison High School this fall, where she has been accepted into its bioengineering STEM program. She was also recently accepted into and will attend the Naval Academy’s STEM program.

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CONgRATULATIONSAustin May won the Awtrey Middle

School Talent Show in May - breakdancing! Yes, breakdancing is alive and well. Austin is a student at the Rockwell Dance Academy in Acworth.

BIg ShANTY SChOOL NEWS

Big Shanty Intermediate had a huge success at their 2nd Annual Garden Gala on May 3rd. The students performed songs, enjoyed an amazing petting zoo, ate delicious smores, displayed their beautiful art, and many students shared their creative writing skills in the form of poetry. The students celebrated their wonderful gardens, paths, and dynamic nature trail with their parents on this fun filled night! All the students in grades 3-5 participated as they showcased

their school. ASPIRE stands for “A Sensory Path to Inclusive Relationships for Everyone.” The Third

graders designed and built a sensory pathway and gardens that have particular benefits for our special needs students. This project provided an immersive STEM experience for our 200 third grade students who have been deeply involved in the research, design, planning, and construction of our sensory path and gardens. The fourth graders developed a “Bee Garden” to help the declining bee population in this area. The students dug, planted new plants, painted the designated area, and researched about the importance of bees in our community.

The fifth graders designed Watershed Wonders. Throughout the school year, the students have been stewards of the Big Shanty watershed, which includes the school campus and the Nature Trail. On these adventurous Watershed Wonder Wednesdays, they collected data on the air temperature, ground temperature, altitude, and observations of the change on our “adopted” site over time. They also observed the erosion problem on the trail and thought up possible solutions. Pictured above: Dr. Kelly Luscre, Principal, with two choral studuents.

CONgRATULATIONSTaylor Baxley was recently named the

state winner of the 24th Annual Georgia Farm Bureau (GFB) High School Art Contest. A senior at Kennesaw Mountain High School, Baxley received $100 for being the top winner from GFB’s District 3 and an additional $250 cash prize as the state winner. Baxley is the daughter of Laurie Baxley and Mark Baxley.


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PALMER MIDDLE SChOOL NEWSPalmer Middle School students grew herbs in class this spring – but what to do during the

summer break? A field trip for the We Grown HOPE project to the KSU Farm nearly derailed for the class when bus problems arose. Teacher Ms. Lamonica Green, Palmer’s Teacher of the Year, stalled while volunteers from the KSU Farm, KBA and Tazikis Mediterranean Grill sought transport for these students. KBA member Joe Badgett, owner of Speedy Wiz Transport in Kennesaw, quickly found a large van, driver and got the kids to the garden in time to tour the 26 acre farm, and move the plants into their new bed in the herb garden. Thanks to Speedy Wiz for saving the day!

Tazikis’ chef quickly brought the planned restaurant visit to the garden for a picnic instead, and coordinator Rachael Cory and manager Chad Reynolds explained how the restaurant would buy the herbs from the students in the fall to use in the Tazikis menu for dips, pastas and wraps.

Several plants and the flocks of chickens on the farm grabbed the kids’ attention as student volunteers guided them through the garden’s ecosystem of honeybees, pond, orchard and high tunnels where produce is sheltered over the winter. KSU students volunteer and are paid workers at the garden that produces hydroponic lettuce and herbs, tomatoes and greens for the Commons cafeteria.

Growing organically, with natural pest management and using composting, mushroom culture and other newer farming techniques gives KSU great farm-to-table opportunities. For more information, see WeGrowHope.com and the Michael A. Leven School of Culinary Sustainability and Hospitality at uc.kennesaw.edu/levenschool/hickory_grove_farm.php.

MIDDLE SChOOL STUDENTS JOIN COBB EMC fOR CAREER DAY

Cobb EMC recently hosted 41 middle school students for a career day event, which was designed to prepare students for job interviews and future careers.

Students from Durham Middle School, Dodgen Middle School and Lovinggood Middle School worked with Cobb EMC employees and other professionals on nonverbal communication skills during an interview, including a professional handshake, eye contact and confident posture. Additionally, students participated in speed networking and mock interviews.

“Career Day has been at longstanding tradition at Cobb EMC,” said Mark Justice, director of education and community relations at Cobb EMC. “We’re honored to help provide this foundation to the next generation of our community’s workforce.”

kENNESAW kIWANIS NEWSEllen Springer, President of The Kiwanis Club of

Greater Kennesaw, Inc. presented Drew Doherty of the Boys Scouts of America, Atlanta Council, with a check for 2 scholarships for 2 boys to participate in the Boy Scouting Program in Kennesaw for the 2018-2019 year at the April Club meeting. Kiwanis International partners with Boy Scouts of America to ensure boys, young men and women grow in character, citizenship, responsibility and leadership. The Kiwanis Club of Greater Kennesaw is a 3-2-1 Club and focuses on 3 hours of service to children and the community, 2 hours of member social time and 1 hour of a business meeting per month. For more information on the Greater Kennesaw Kiwanis Club, contact [email protected] and for more

information on the Boy Scouts, contact [email protected].

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hELPINg ONE gUY AT A TIME

This month’s HOG Recipient is Rob Tallis.Please join us for dinner at NorthStar Church onJune 12 at 6:30. Donations to HOG for the June, 2018 dinner will go into a love offering for Rob Tallis and his family. Please click going on Helping One Guy FB page. No charge for dinner, which is catered by O’Charley’s. After several bouts of cancer Rob will be undergoing a bone marrow transplant, after intensive chemotherapy treatments. Unfortunately, the effects of the chemo and transplant will prevent Rob from being able to work for 6-8 months and the family will need financial assistance.

hAPPY BIRThDAY

Happy Birthday Sterling Ayers who turns nine on June 15. Sterling will start 3rd grade at Frey Elementary in the fall. She enjoys softball, swimming, gymnastics, and barrel racing with her pony Goldie!

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hAPPY ANNIvERSARY

Congratulations to Mr and Mrs Carlos Perez as they celebrated their one year anniversary on June 2. And congratulations to Ananya Vahal-Perez as she receives her Masters in Fine Art in Writing from SCAD this month. Ananya is a graduate of NCHS.

OOPhS EXCUSE OUR ERROR

In our May issue we used the incorrect photo for Hannah Lewis. Hannah is pictured above with Barbara Boone, who presented the award.

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BY EMILY vARNER, ORCUTT LAW People like to think that they can avoid

or out smart a scammer by just hanging up on a weird call. Unfortunately, it is not that easy anymore. Scammers are sophisticated, and with the internet being readily available, even the most novice scammer can be successful. We make it easy for scammers to get our information, because we give it to them, without them even asking. When a scammer reaches out to you, they already know your basic information. They likely know your name, number, address, age, and our relatives’ information from Facebook, dating sites, and other social media sites.

Most people know to look out for IRS, Social Security, and Medicare scams. However, some common scams target seniors in new ways. First, the online dating scam. It is a phishing expedition to get information and possibly money. The online dating scammers gain your trust. They typically communicate exclusively through emails or texts. This is a red flag. However, some individuals do not recognize that the person who they are interested in dating may be using them for personal information or money.

Second, is the child/grandchild in trouble scam. The scammers claim that your family member is in jail or will be arrested if money is not sent to them right away. Scammers have great story telling skills and will come up with reasons why their voice sounds different, or they may impersonate a cop, attorney, or bail bondsmen. They pull on your heartstrings and make you feel guilty for not helping your family. If anyone pressures you into paying money or wiring them money immediately, this is a red flag. Get their information and research before you taking any action.

The best way to avoid these scams is to listen to your gut. If it doesn’t seem right or is too good to be true, it probably is. If you are concerned that you or a loved one have been a victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement agency and consider consulting an attorney.

LEANDRO POLANCO, ALSO kNOWN AS kID DYNAMOKid Dynamo - his name says it all- full

of energy, laughter and love for all those around him. He was a dynamic personality that we will miss tremendously. We lost not only a great man but a legend in his own right. Kid Dynamo has been locking (a style of dance is based on the concept of locking/freezing movements) for many years and was considered a legend. He has performed with and for renowned artists such as Diana Ross, Gloria Estefan & Miami Sound Machine, Iris Chacon, KC and the Sunshine Band, Kool and the Gang, and Vicki Sue Robinson. He was one of the main choreographers of the NYC-based and internationally toured show, “Break! The Urban Funk Spectacular.” Kid Dynamo has also appeared in commercials for Coca-Cola, 7-Up, and Hershey Candy Bar

Kid Dynamo loved our community and shared his love through the art of dance; passing his legacy to all generations and inspired them to continue their dreams. He loved teaching kids at the Rockwell Dance Academy and was always their biggest cheerleader- finding ways to make them feel confident in their dancing skills and to always challenge themselves.

We lost a wonderful soul on May 4th and we will miss his smile so very much. Rest in Peace, Kid Dynamo.

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MARIETTA BUSINESS ASSOCIATION MAY LUNCh ShARON MASON: UPDATES fROM ThE COBB ChAMBER

Sharon Mason, President and CEO of the Cobb County Chamber of Commerce, shared her insights into the future of Cobb County at the Marietta Business Association monthly lunch event at the Radisson Hotel in Marietta. Her talk took us back to the recession in 2009, where we had 9.6% unemployment, and Cobb just wasn’t a cool place to live for young people.

Transitioning from the VP of the Chamber into COO, Mason was an integral part of the team that worked to create a better plan. The goal was to make Cobb County the best place to live, work and play. A few of the initiatives to achieve this were:

Project Dobbins - to protect the 20,000 jobs and the impact those jobs have on our economy; Comprehensive Job Creation Plan; Workforce Development; Cobb Edge (now Select Cobb); IgniteHQ in Marietta

Through these initiatives, Cobb has seen an increase of 22,253 new jobs, with $2.2 billion in private investments and a 26% increase in under 40 (millennials) population. Much of this has been accomplished through partnerships with business associations, Marietta City Economic Development team, Marietta City Schools College and Career Academy, CHOA, and others. Mason is committed to these and the new initiatives that have made, and will continue to make Cobb County THE best place to live, work and play.

The next MBA meeting will be held on Monday June 25 at the Radisson Hotel, Marietta. Register online at mariettabusiness.biz.

CIvIL WAR ON ThE hOMEfRONTVisitors to Marietta’s William Root House Museum & Garden will have the opportunity

to see the home as it may have appeared at the time of the American Civil War. The house, which was used as a hospital for wounded Confederate soldiers, was abandoned by the Root family in June 1864. Left to the advancing Union Army, the home survived the burning of downtown Marietta by Union troops in November 1864. During this special exhibit, the ransacked parlor and dining room will show what the Root family may have left behind after fleeing from Marietta. Guided tours will focus on the experience of the Root family and life in Marietta during the Civil War. The exhibit is included in the cost of regular museum admission.

This exhibit will be on display at the William Root House Museum & Garden through July 7, 2018. For more information call 770-426-4982 or visit roothousemuseum.com. The Root House is located at 80 N. Marietta Parkway, Marietta, 30060.

RED, WhITE, & BLUEPOP-IN AT ThE MARIETTA MUSEUM Of hISTORY:

The Marietta Museum of History will be hosting its monthly Pop-In for Family Fun event on Saturday June 16th from 10:30am-3:30pm. Let’s get patriotic during this Pop-In! With Flag Day in June and Independence Day shortly after, we will have crafts and activities all about our flag and nation. This is a great way to escape the summer heat. Pop-In’s provide children and their families the opportunity to interact with the Museum through themed

activities and crafts. Admission to the Museum during the Pop-In will be $5 per person with a family cap

of $20! Event takes place at the Marietta Museum of History. 1 Depot Street, Marietta, GA 30060. The MMH is right off the Marietta Square and the entrance faces the railroad tracks. To find out more, call 770-794-5710 or visit www.MariettaHistory.org.

MPD CITIzENS POLICE ACADEMYThe Marietta Police Department is pleased to announce its upcoming Citizens Police

Academy. The semiannual program provides citizens of Marietta with an opportunity to experience and take an in-depth look at what it is like to be a police officer.

During the program, participants will get an overview of various units within the police department and learn about multiple topics such as: Crime Analysis, Narcotics, Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT), Crime Interdiction Unit, Investigative Services, Traffic Enforcement, Community Response Unit, K-9 Unit, Crime Scene Processing, and much more.

The eleven-week program is FREE of charge and is scheduled to begin on July 26, 2018. Classes will be held every Thursday evening from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Marietta Police Department for eleven weeks.

The Academy is open to residents, and business or property owners of the City of Marietta pending a background check. Applications are available at the front desk of the Marietta Police Department (240 Lemon Street), or online at https://www.mariettaga.gov.

Anyone with questions about the program should contact the Citizens Police Academy Coordinator, Officer P. Hill, at 770-794-5356 or via email at [email protected]



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