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East CobbEr Special : Section Free | Take One December 2009 Holiday e www.eastcobber.com Gift G2u9id -1 Pages 1 Gunnery Sergeant Edward Barrett Atlanta Toys for Tots Coordinator Holiday Happenings PAGE 20 | Bring One For The Chipper PAGE 42 | Terrific Teens PAGE 8 School News PAGE 46 | East Cobb Moms Make Reading Fun PAGE 51 | Pet of the Month PAGE 32 Selling Exceptional Homes in the Cobb Community since 1958! 37 Johnson Ferry Road Marietta, GA 30068 (770) 955-0555 ColdwellBankerAtlanta.com Pat Nelson, Managing Broker ColdwellBankerPreviews.com SpRiNgmiLL $898,500 BeLmONT $668,900 TeRReLL miLL eSTATeS $343,900 SpeNCeRS miLL $285,000 5 BD, 5.5 BA. Impeccable craftsmanship with 5 BD, 4.5 BA. Realistic owner wants to sell 5 BD, 3.5 BA. Glistening hardwood floors, new 4BD, 2.5 BA. Spacious 3-sided brick home on level detailed millwork: Library, DR with coffered ceiling, quickly. Originally custom built: home features stainless appliances in kitchen, wonderful living fenced cul-de-sac lot. 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Not valid with any other o er. $250 Transaction Expires 12/31/09 Expires 12/31/09 www.eastcobber.com EAST COBBER December 2009 3 THiS iSSuE EAST COBBER Featured Articles Founder/Publisher December 2009 Cynthia Rozzo Volume 17, No. 3 6 Toys For Tots Graphic Design: Sarah Floyd Account Representatives: Northeast Cobb Businesses Call: 20 Holiday Happenings Nick Foglia: 404-518-0510 East Cobb Businesses on Roswell Road and in 30068 Call: Sarah Hagy: 770-380-0534 51 East Cobb Moms Make Reading Fun EAST COBBER monthly is published by EAST COBBER, LLC. Copyright © 2009 by EAST COBBER, LLC. This Month All rights reserved. Reproduction or any use of editorial or pictorial content in any manner, without written permission, DON'T 8 ....... Terrific Teens is prohibited. Cynthia M. Rozzo, Editor/Publisher. Any MiSS 24 ....... Community Calendar opinions expressed here do not necessarily represent the views of the EAST COBBER. EAST COBBER is a 12-19 30 ....... 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My parents were hired for a few sum- of help from a 6-foot elf named Gunnery mers to implement the academic program for underprivileged families in a Sergeant Edward Barrett. He is pictured rural area in Ohio. For years, my parents would open up our home and put on this month's cover. on a Christmas party for those Head Start families. In advance of the party, they would ask for donations from local "Christmas is a time of giving and businesses so the visiting Santa could pass helping those who are less fortunate out gifts to those attending. My parents did not do this as part of a civic club or for than us, especially impoverished chil- their church, they were just ordinary folks dren. For over half a century, the u.S. finding a way to help those less fortunate. Marine Corps, has been looking after Their selfless acts of kindness showed me America's needy children at Christmas," the true spirit of Christmas. Like Santa Claus, they dispensed not just Christmas says Gunnery Sgt. Barrett, a Marine Corps presents but gifts of good works—never reservist who is charged with collecting expecting repayment in "thank-yous" or and distributing 900,000 new, unwrapped financial reimbursement. toys to children in 16 metro Atlanta coun- That Christmas memory inspires me to this day. I created the EAST COBBER ties by Christmas Eve. magazine 16 years ago so I could spotlight As the Toys for Tots Coordinator, people like my parents: those ordinary Barrett, solicits sites for toy collection people doing extraordinary things in the community. This issue continues that boxes, makes speeches, schedules volun- editorial tradition: from featuring Pope High School Grad, Gunnery teers and handles requests from agencies Sgt. Edward Barrett, on the front cover to the terrific teens requesting toys. (see page 8 & 9) to the owner of our Pet-of-the-Month (see page 32). As modeled by my parents, I truly believe that helping others and giving "Even though you may never meet of oneself is the greatest thing we can do with our lives. Giving helps me in person the children whose lives you feel a sense of purpose and connection to the rest of the human race. And impact and bring hope to, i hope you around Christmas time it feels even better! know in your heart that when you drop off The spirit of giving is woven right into Christmas and Hanukkah, and our annual Gift Guide (see pages 12-19) provides gift ideas to help you a toy or make a donation a child will be show your appreciation and love to your family and friends. smiling on Christmas morning because of People do extraordinary things at this time of the year that they you!" shares Barrett. For more informa- wouldn't normally and they do it because Christmas feels like a time to tion about the Atlanta Toys for Tots pro- share and love. Whatever you celebrate—Christmas or Hanukkah, take the time to give of yourself and to reflect on the joy that you see going on gram see page 6. around you. As a marine reservist, Barrett was called up in 2003 to serve in the Happy Holidays and a Happy New Year! invasion of iraq. He also was deployed to Afghanistan in 2007. A graduate of Pope High School (Class of '91) Barrett lives in Kennesaw with his wife and 5 children. Front cover photo taken by Michael Cynthia M. Rozzo Drewitz of Michael's Photography. FOUNDER/PUBLISHER 6 December 2009 EAST COBBER www.eastcobber.com TAX-FREE IF YOU'RE NOT AT YOUR LAST JOB, YOUR 401 (k) SHOULDN'T BEST GIFT INCOME IS THEBE EITHER. Leaving a 401(k) with a previous employer could mean CAN alone YOURSELF AT RETIREMENT. YOU leaving itGIVEwith no one to watch over it. 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It's the wonder of Walker. 700 Cobb Parkway North | Marietta, Georgia 30062 678-581-6921 www.thewalkerschool.org Grades Pre-K - 12 The Walker School practices a nondiscriminatory admission policy. www.eastcobber.com EAST COBBER December 2009 7 Toys For Tots Seeks Donations As the holidays are upon us and planning for Christmas Here are some of the official Toys for Tots drop-off points arrives, it's also time to think about doing something special for in East Cobb County: children in need. The U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Campaign is again underway giving local residents an opportu- >Big Lots >Jiffy Lube nity to purchase a toy for a boy or girl outside their family. 2745 Sandy Plains Road 2550 Delk Road Toys for Tots began 62 years ago when Maj. Bill Marietta, GA 30066 Marietta, GA 30067 Hendricks, and a group of Marine reservists in Los Angeles col- >Devon Self Storage >Jimmy Mac's Pub lected and distributed more than 5,000 toys to needy children. 1155 Powers Ferry Parkway 3205 Canton Road Maj. Hendricks' idea caught on and was so successful that Marietta, GA 30067 Marietta , GA 30066 the Marine Corps adopted Toys for Tots the following year and >ExpressTax >Sellars Goodyear expanded it into a nationwide program. In 1995, the Secretary of Defense approved Toys for Tots as an official activity of the 3208 Canton Road, Ste. 108 648 Johnson Ferry Road U.S. Marine Corps and an official mission of the Marine Corps Marietta, Ga 30066 Marietta, GA 30068 Reserve. >Gold's Gym East Marietta >UPS Today, Toys for Tots is the Marine Corps' premier commu- 4930 Davidson Road, Ste. 100 50 Barrett Parkway nity action program and one of the nation's flagship Christmas Marietta, GA 30067 Suite 3005 charitable causes. Toys for Tots is the only charitable endeavor >H.M. Patterson & Son Marietta, GA 30066 within the Department of Defense which reaches outside the Canton Hill Chapel >Walgreens military establishment to give something back to the communi- 1157 Old Canton Road, NE 2988 Shallowford Road ties. Toys for Tots has enjoyed over a half century of success Marietta, GA 30068 Marietta, GA 30066 because of the support of millions of caring Americans, local communities, and corporate sponsors, plus the dedication and Toys will be collected through December 23. hard work of thousands of U.S. Marines. Toys for Tots is a While the Marines organize, coordinate and manage the program which brings all elements of a community together in program, the ultimate success depends on the support of the a common cause for three months each year. It is a program local residents and their generosity. Here are more ways you dedicated to helping in the development of our nation's most can help this year's Toys for Tots campaign: valuable natural resource: our children. A shiny new toy at • Organize an event. Christmas lets these youngsters know that someone cares. • Volunteer to help sort toys. The area Toys for Tots coordinator, Gunnery Sergeant Edward Barrett is in charge of finding enough money and toys • Donate money by sending a check or money order to: to fulfill the 900,000 toy requests for children in the 16 coun- Toys for Tots, 1280 Field Parkway, Marietta, GA 30066. ties throughout Metro Atlanta. "Many people in Metro Atlanta • Conduct your own toy collection. have been hit hard this year with the floods and job losses so we are working extra hard asking for more donations and drop- • Provide a service such as media or transportation off points," says Gunnery Sergeant Barrett. support for the campaign. Toys for Tots collects new unwrapped toys. The Marines • Provide a philanthropic donation of cash or toys. ask that toys brought to the hundreds of drop-off points be For information regarding volunteering or hosting an event unwrapped so they can be sorted and given to the right child. contact Gunnery Sergeant Edward Barrett at 678-225-4599 or Toys are to be appropriate for children from birth to 12 years. e-mail: firstname.lastname@example.com. Plan For lOCAl HANDYMAN Your FutureNow! l AUTO l LIFE l HEALTH l HOME l BUSINESS No Job Too Small-Great Rates Projects within your budget 1230 Old Canton Rd., . Marietta, GA 30060 . 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Lassiter's Interact sponsor is Mrs. Pam Perkerson. Pictured above are: Back Row (L-R): Meredith levan; Ryan Patton and Taylor Robbins. Next Row (L to R): Olivia Bowman, Tessa Williams, Sarah Carson, Olivia Brashear, Hannah Clark, Mary Pratt, (Mary & Margaret holding sign), Margaret Robertson, Morgan Van Alstine, Alexis Caldwell, Christine Scherer, Katlyn Corbin, Mora Bowden and Ashlynn Campbell. Front kneeling (L to R): Cooper Jannuzzo, Akahne Philpot, Jenny Dunn, Chandler Wentz, and Mica David. Gigi Mitchell, Haley Burgett, lindsay Jones are pictured above. These three girls were born within 2 weeks of each other in October of 1998, met when they were in the same kindergarten class, and have remained close friends ever since. They are now in fifth grade at Tritt Elementary and this year the three moms decided to throw one big birthday party together for the girls. 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The EAST COBBER is happy to provide a sampling Christmas fun and a visit from Mr. and Mrs. Claus! 10am- of those special events to help you get in the holiday spirit. noon. $10/person. Bulloch Hall, 180 Bulloch Avenue, Roswell. 770-992-1731/www.bullochhall.org. CHRiSTMAS TRADiTiONS Christmas High Tea at Bulloch Hall served by ladies in period clothing. December 1, 3, 8, 10, 14, 16. 4pm. $35/ A Christmas Tour of the Archibald Smith Plantation Home. person. Bulloch Hall, 180 Bulloch Avenue, Roswell. 770- Through January 10, 2010. Monday-Saturday: 10am-3pm. 992-1731/www.bullochhall.org. Sunday: 1-3pm $8/Adults. $6/Ages 6-18. $7/65 and over. Enjoy the festively decorated grounds and outbuildings. Christmas House. Through December 6. Wednesday- Archibald Smith Plantation Home, 935 Alpharetta Street, Friday: 10 am-4 pm. Saturday: 10am-5pm. Sunday: Roswell. 770-641-3978/www.archibaldsmithplantation.org. 1-5pm. $20/ticket. After touring the beautiful holiday show home, grab snacks at the on-site café and visit the special An Evening in Bethlehem. December 5. 5, 6 or 7pm. holiday shop by Boxwoods Gardens and Gifts. Proceeds ben- Roam through the authentic 1st century marketplace brought efit the Alliance Children's Theatre. 1795 West Wesley Road, to life by costumed characters and real animals, and witness Atlanta. 404-888-9348/www.atlantachristmashouse.com. the live production that tells the story of the first Christmas. Free but reservations required. Roswell United Methodist Christmas Spectacular with the Radio City Rockettes. Church, 814 Mimosa Boulevard, Roswell. 770-261-1701/ Through December 6. Fox Theatre, 660 Peachtree Street www.rumc.com. NE, Atlanta. 404-881-2100/www.foxtheatre.org or 800- 982-2787/Ticketmaster. Bethlehem Walk. Walk through the streets of Bethlehem to a live nativity scene. December 5-6, 11-12. 7-9pm. Christmas Tree lighting. December 3. 5-8pm. Christmas Free. Mountain View United Methodist Church, 2300 carols by local school choruses while children visit with Jamerson Road, Marietta. 770-928-0050/www.mvumc.org. Santa. Tree will be lit at 6pm by Santa. Glover Park- Marietta Square. 770-794-5601/www.mariettaga.gov. Breakfast at Bethlehem. December 5. 8:30-10:30am. For children 3 years old as of 9/1/09 through kindergarten Feed My lambs, an event for children focusing on the with one parent/guardian. $15/child-parent couple. Eastside true meaning of Christmas. 6-9pm. Free. Children 10 and Baptist Church, 2450 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta. 770- under get a gift. Cobb Civic Center, 548 S. Marietta Parkway, 971-2323, ext. 128. www.ebcfamily.org. Marietta. 770-795-9348/www.feedmylambs.com. Candy Cane Hunt. December 5. 10:30am-12:30pm. Festival of the Nativity. December 4-6. Inspirational Outdoor holiday fun for the whole family – cookie decorat- art and music, hundreds of crèches in different shapes and ing, crafts, marshmallow roasting, photos with Santa and the sizes. Friday & Saturday: 7-9:30pm. Sunday: 6-9pm. Candy Cane Hunt complete with prizes – on the grounds of Community sing along 9-9:30pm Friday and Saturday. the Historic Mable House, 5239 Floyd Road SW, Mableton. Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, 5995 Spalding 770-819-3285. Drive, Norcross. www.festivalofthenativity.com. Carols for Christmas…Through the Eyes of a Child. Holiday lights at East Cobb Park featuring a children's December 6. 4 & 6:30pm. A multi-sensory presentation choir, brass quartet, special guest appearances by Santa featuring over 200 singers, a 35-piece orchestra, handbells, Claus and Rudolph, award-winning bell ringers and the light- live animals, and dramatic portrayals. Free admission/ ing of a 40-foot tall tree. December 5. 5pm. East Cobb love offering taken. Sanctuary, Mt. Bethel United Methodist Park, 3322 Roswell Road, Marietta. www.eastcobpark.org. Church, 4385 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta. 770-971- Holly Jolly House at the Art Station-Big Shanty. December 2880/www.mtbethel.org. 19. 11am-2pm. Free. Make-and-take art projects, enter- Children's Program & A Visit from Santa. December 13. tainment, and a visit from Santa around noon. 2050 6pm. A dessert fellowship follows. East Cobb Church of Kennesaw Due West Road, Kennesaw. 770-514-5930/prca. Christ, 5240 Roswell Road, Marietta. 770-587-5999/www. cobbcountyga.gov. eastcobbcoc.org. larry, Carols & Mo! A free annual holiday event at the Fox Christmas Card Alley at Shallowford Falls Community Theatre. December 21. An organ concert and sing-along Church. Daylight hours, December 5 through January 2, with the Fox Theatre's organist in residence, Larry Douglas 2010. Outside community project presenting bigger-than- Embury playing the Mighty Mo organ and featuring his life sized Christmas cards on our campus. Visit 30+ cards 16-piece Big Band and the Gwinnet Young Singers. Doors with some as big as 8 feet tall. Cards are created by mem- open at 6pm. Sing-Along: 7pm. Tickets required. Fox bers of our congregation as well as local East Cobb artists. Theatre, 660 Peachtree Street NE, Atlanta. 404-881-2100/ Shallowford Falls Community Church, 3662 Shallowford www.foxtheatre.org or 800-982-2787/Ticketmaster. Road, Marietta. 770-565-7468/www.shallowfordfalls.com. 22 December 2009 EAST COBBER www.eastcobber.com HOliDAY HAPPENiNGS CHRiSTMAS TRADiTiONS liGHT DiSPlAYS live Nativity. December 16. 7:30pm. Mt. Bethel United Fantasy in lights at Callaway Gardens. Through December Methodist Church, 4385 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta. 30. 6 pm. Adults/$16-$25 + tax. Children 6-12/$8- 770-971-2880/www.mtbethel.org. $12.50 + tax. Under 6/free but require a "free child" ticket. Check for times and purchase tickets in advance. Enjoy the Marietta Pilgrimage Christmas Home Tour. December scenic five-mile drive, featuring over eight million lights with 5-6. Saturday: 8am-6pm and 7-9pm. Sunday: 9am-4pm. holiday tunes. Hwy. 27, Pine Mountain. 800-225-5292/ $20/Day tour. $15/Candlelight tour. $25/Combination. www.callawaygardens.com. Discounted tickets on line. 770-429-1115/www.mariettapil- grimage.com. lights of life. Through December 31. Millions of holiday lights throughout the campus. Santa and his sleigh stand Nativity in the Square with local choirs providing entertain- over 65 feet high, making it the tallest in the Southeast. ment, singing traditional and contemporary holiday music. Sunday-Thursday: 6-10pm. Friday & Saturday: 6-11pm. December 17 &18: 4-10pm. December 19: 11am-10pm. $5/car. $10/van. $20/bus. A portion of the proceeds Glover Park-Marietta Square. 770794-560/www.mariettaga.gov. will be donated to the Atlanta Community Food Bank. Life St. Nick's Café – Frosty the Snowman. December 5. University Treehouse, 1269 Barclay Circle, Marietta. 770- Three shows: 8:30am, 10:30am and 12:30pm. $10 426-2600/www.life.edu. includes the performance, a meal and a visit from Santa. Holiday in lights. Centennial Olympic Park. Through Tables seat 8. The Art Place-Mountain View, 3330 Sandy January 3, 2010. 7am-11pm. Free. Thousands of colorful Plains Road, Marietta. 770-509-2700/www.theartplace.us. lights and animated holiday displays transform the down- Swedish Christmas Market sponsored by the Swedish town park into a dazzling dreamland. Outdoor ice skating: Woman's Educational Association of Atlanta. December $7/90 minutes. $2 skate rental. 265 Park Avenue West, 13. 11am-4pm. $5. Free/18 and under. Lucia procession Atlanta. 404-222-7275 or www.centennialolympicpark.com. at 2pm. Trolley Barn, 963 Edgewood Avenue NE, Atlanta. Skating hours: 404-223-4412. email@example.com. Magical Night of lights at lake lanier islands. Daily Take a Ride on the Pink Pig. Macy's Lenox Square. through December 30 (including holidays). 5-10pm. $40/ Through January 2, 2010. Closed December 25. Monday- car, Monday-Thursday. $60/car, Friday-Sunday and holi- Friday: 10am-8pm. Saturday: 10am-9pm. Sunday: days. $90/van (10-19 people). Reduced rates if booked on 11am-7pm. Christmas Eve & New Year's Eve: 9am-5pm. line. Take a driving tour through more than 6 miles of giant $3/ride, $5.50/2 rides, $7.50/3rides. A holiday tradition for illuminated characters and millions of twinkling lights. 7000 the whole family, ride Priscilla along the train tracks under Holiday Road, Lake Lanier Islands. 770-932-7200/www. the Pink Pig Tent and experience storybook fantasy in real lakelanierislands.com. life. 3393 Peachtree Road, Atlanta. 404-231-2800. The 12 Days of Christmas at Bulloch Hall. Self-guided tours of the house decorated with the 12 Days of Christmas theme through January 3, 2010. Monday-Saturday: 10am- 3pm. Sunday: 1-3pm. $8/adults. $7/seniors. $6/ages 6-18. Bulloch Hall, 180 Bulloch Avenue, Roswell. 770- AdmirAl TrAnsporTATion 992-1731/ www.bullochhall.org. The Botanical Express. Atlanta Botanical Garden. LET ADMIRAL PROVIDE Weekends through January 3, 2010. 11am-4pm. $2/ride. YOUR HOLIDAY TRANSPORTATION Climb aboard as the conductor takes you on a scenic holi- On Time and Dependable 678-585-7935 day tour around the Great Lawn. 1345 Piedmont Avenue, Atlanta. 404-876-5859/www.atlantabotanicalgarden.org. This is Christmas! A musical and drama celebration. 678-585-7935 or 7939holidAY sPeCiAl Special Occasions December 11-13. Friday: 7pm. Saturday & Sunday: 6pm. $120 RoUndtRiP $56 • Prom Special Occasions Weddings • Executive Service Free/tickets required. Eastside Baptist Church, 2450 Lower & Bachelorette Parties • Bachelor Airport Transfers w/in 30 50% OFF miles each way Lincoln Town Car Roswell Road, Marietta. 770-971-2323, ext. 175. www. Executive Service Black on Black Airport Transfer over a $50.00 savings • Dependable Service One Way to gratuity not included ebcfamily.org. Prom Punctual and Dependable service One Way For New sedans only with a • License-Insured License-Insured Airport with Clients Only Cannot be combined with other offers. Trilogy Candlelight Tour of Barrington, Bulloch, Smith and • Beverage & Snack Beverage & Snack East Cobber ad Round Trip Booking Gratuity, tax, fuel surcharge to Gratuity, tax, fuel surcharge to one private home. December 12. 5-9pm. Advance tickets: HOLIDAY BOOK A STReTCh fOR be added. Cannot be be added. Cannot be combined with other offers. combined with other offers. $20/adults; $10/ages 6-18. Tickets at the door: $25/adults; $15/ages 6-18. Bulloch Hall, 180 Bulloch Avenue, Roswell. SPECIAL 6 hOuRS geT 7Th fRee Cannot be used for Christmas Eve, Christmas Day or Call For details New Year's Eve or Not Valid on 12/24, 12/25 and 12/31/2009 770-992-1731/www.bullochhall.org. MCA # 500599 www.eastcobber.com EAST COBBER December 2009 23 HOliDAY HAPPENiNGS Nutty Nutcracker by the Atlanta Ballet. A hilarious take on SANTA SiGHTiNGS the classic. December 20. 7pm. $78.95-$102.65. Fox Call or visit mall websites for exact times. Theatre, 660 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta. 404-873-5811/ www.atlantaballet.com or 800-982-2787/Ticketmaster. The Avenue at East Cobb Perimeter Mall Every Friday: 3-7pm More info: 770-394-4270 Sanders Family Christmas. A lively event that has More info: 770-971-9945 www.perimetermall.com become a family destination in the holiday season. Through www.theavenuealist.com January 3, 2010. Wednesday & Sunday matinee: 2:30pm. Phipps Plaza Tuesday-Saturday: 8pm. Special time December 24: Cumberland Mall More info: 404-262-0992 2:30pm. No shows on Sunday evenings or Christmas Day. More info: 770-435-2206 www.phippsplaza.com $20-$30. Theatre in the Square, 11 Whitlock Avenue, www.cumberlandmall.com Marietta. 770-422-8369/www.theatreinthesquare.com. Santa on the Square lenox Square Mall Weekends The Best Christmas Pageant Ever presented by More info: 404-233-6767 Marietta Square - Glover Park CenterStageNorth. December 11-13 & 17-20. Enjoy the www.lenoxsquare.com More info: 770-794-5601 mayhem and fun as a couple struggles to put on a church www.mariettaga.gov Christmas pageant, having to cast the awful Herdman kids. North Point Mall All performances at 8pm, except December 13 & 20 at 2pm. More info: 770-740-9273 Town Center Mall $10. The Art Place Mountain View, 3330 Sandy Plains www.northpointmall.com More info: 770-424-9486 Road, Marietta. 770-516-3330/www.centerstagenorth.org. www.towncenteratcobb.com The Winter Polar Express, an enchanting holiday show THEATER for all ages presented by the Academy Dance Company. December 18-19. A young girl climbs aboard a mysterious A Tuna Christmas. Christmas is coming to Tuna, the third train headed for the North Pole and experiences the magic of smallest town in Texas. Radio station OKKK's two leading believing. Friday: 7pm. Saturday: 2pm and 7pm. $12/ personalities portray more than 20 different colorful charac- adults. $10/students. The Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 ters of all ages and genders as they report on holiday activi- Forest Street, Roswell. 770-578-8272/www.bapa.us. ties. $13/Previews: November 15 at 7pm & November 17 at 8pm. Tuesday-Saturday: 8pm. Saturday & Sunday mati- nee: 2:30pm. Special show December 24: 2:30pm. No shows on Thanksgiving or Christmas Day. $25-$30. Theatre in the Square, 11 Whitlock Avenue, Marietta. 770-422- 8369/www.theatreinthesquare.com. Atlanta Ballet's Nutcracker. December 11-27. Opening Weekend with the Atlanta Ballet Orchestra. Fairies, princes, dancing snowflakes. The magic of the holiday season is alive again at the Fabulous Fox Theatre. Share the tradition and feel the warmth that has been enchanting audiences in Atlanta for 50 years. Fox Theatre, 660 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta. 404-873-5811/www.atlantaballet.com or 800-982- 2787/Ticketmaster. Auntie Claus. Red Door Playhouse. December 11 & 12. 7pm. $10. Enjoy an interactive Winter Wonderland walk through with games, refreshments and holiday fun, then see the 'Auntie Claus' show followed by a special visit from Santa Claus. Bring your camera for photos after the show. 587 Atlanta Street, Roswell. 770-649-9994/www.reddoorplayhouse.com. Performance Dates Friday December 11th @ 8PM Home for the Holidays presented by the Jennie T. Anderson Saturday December 12th @ 8PM Holiday Special!!! Sunday December 13th @ 2PM Theatre. December 18-20. Friday&Saturday: 8pm. Thursday December 17th @ 8PM Buy One Ticket Get One FREE! Sunday: 3pm. $15. Jennie T. Anderson Theater/Cobb Civic Friday December 18th @ 8PM Center, 548 S. Marietta Parkway, Marietta. 770-528-8490. Saturday December 19th @ 8PM Thursday December 17th @8PM Sunday December 20th @ 2PM Performance ONLY! It's A Wonderful Life presented by Blackwell Playhouse. Performing at Through December 19. Fridays & Saturdays: 8pm. Dec. 6 The Art Place Mountainview Limit 4 Tickets Per Coupon & Dec. 13: 3pm. $18/Adults; $16/Seniors, Youth, Military. 3330 Sandy Plains Road (770) 516-3330 Blackwell Square Shopping Center, 3378 Canton Road, www.centerstagenorth.org Special available walkin only. Not available for web purchase. Marietta. 678-213-3311/www.blackwellplayhouse.com 24 December 2009 EAST COBBER www.eastcobber.com HOliDAY HAPPENiNGS Messiah Sing-a-long. December 20. 3pm. $10. The CONCERTS Michael O'Neal Chamber Singers with accompaniment by Beautiful World, a very special Christmas concert by Jim the Riverside Chamber Players, organist Tom Alderman, and Brickman with guests. December 12. 8pm. $33-$53 hundreds of singers will gather together to perform Handel's plus fees. Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, 2800 Cobb masterpiece. Roswell United Methodist Church, 814 Mimosa Galleria Parkway, Atlanta. 770-916-2800/ Boulevard, Roswell. 770-594-7974/www.mosingers.org. www.cobbenergycentre.com. Sing! Choirs of Angels. December 6. The Georgia Carols by Candlelight by Orchestra and Bells. December Regional Girls Choir joins the Michael O'Neal Singers in this 18. 7:30pm. St. Andrew United Methodist Church, 3455 concert for a perfect beginning to the Christmas Season. Canton Road, Marietta. 770-926-3488/www.standrewunit- Great classics with traditional carols and even an opportunity edmethodist.org. for the audience to join in the music making. 3pm. $20/ adults. $15/seniors & students. Roswell United Methodist Carols for Christmas. December 6. 4:30pm & 6pm. Mt. Church, 814 Mimosa Boulevard, Roswell. 770-594-7974/ Bethel United Methodist Church, 4385 Lower Roswell Road. www.mosingers.com. 770-971-2880/www.mtbethel.org. Super Saturdays at the MAC – The Night Before Christmas. Christmas Cantata: Comfort and Joy. December 13. December 5. Introduce your child to the exciting world of 8:30am & 11am. Free brunch in between. A Christmas music with incredible artists featured in highly interactive, Cantata by the Chancel Choir and Children's Choir. Nursery visually stimulating and refreshingly innovative live perfor- provided. Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, 1770 Johnson mances presented by the Cobb Symphony Orchestra in part- Ferry Road, Marietta. 770-971-0267/www.mtzionumc.org. nership with Ms. La La's Music and Arts Center. 10am. $12/ adult. $4/child. Murray Arts Center, 2250 Stilesboro Road Christmas Festival Concert. December 11: 7:30pm. NW, Kennesaw. 770-429-7016/www.cobbsymphony.com December 13: 4pm & 6:30pm. Free. Roswell United Methodist Church, 814 Mimosa Boulevard, Roswell. The Gift of Joyful Sound. A concert of Christmas favorites 770-594-0512/www.rumc.com/music. featuring the combined efforts of Mt. Bethel's Handbells and Orchestra. Free. December 9. 6:30pm. Preceded by din- Comfort and Joy. December 6. 5:30pm. The adult ner at 4:45pm for those who wish to attend. $6. Mt. Bethel choir presents this Christmas musical. Sandy Plains Baptist United Methodist Church, 4385 Lower Roswell Road. 770- Church, 2825 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta. 770-971-8525/ 971-2880/www.mtbethel.org. www.sandyplains.org. The Johnson Ferry Christmas Festival featuring the Johnson Have Yourself a Merry-etta Christmas! Presented by Big Ferry Choir and Orchestra. December 12: 7pm. December Chicken Chorus and featuring State Line Grocery. December 13: 4pm & 7pm. Free/no ticket required. Johnson Ferry 12: 3pm & 7:30pm. December 13: 3pm. $15/adults. Baptist Church, 955 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta. 770- $13/students, seniors. Jennie T. Anderson Theatre, 548 973-6561/www.johnsonferry.org. South Marietta Parkway,Marietta. 770-573-7583/www.big- chickenchorus.org. Holiday Pops! December 5. Celebrate the season with family and friends while enjoying holiday favorites featuring the Cobb Symphony and Cobb Symphony Chorus. $15- $50. 3pm at Murray Arts Center, 2250 Stilesboro Road NW, Kennesaw. 7pm at Johnson Ferry Baptist Church, 955 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta. 770-429-7016/www.cobb- symphony.org. Joy to the World. December 11: 7:30pm. December 13: 6pm. A musical extravaganza presented by Mt. Paran North Music and Fine Arts, featuring music, dance, and drama that celebrate the season. Mt. Paran North Church of God, 1700 Allgood Road, Marietta. 770-578-9081/www.mtparan.com. Jump for Joy and The First Leon. December 6. 10:30am. Presented by the preschool choir and the Kids Praise Choir. Mt. Paran North Church of God, 1700 Allgood Road, Marietta. 770-578-9081/www.mtparan.com. www.eastcobber.com EAST COBBER December 2009 25 COMMuNiTY CAlENDAR Free Mulch. Cobb EMC offers free mulch from the clear- Through December 19 ance maintenance of Cobb EMC power lines. It is available lassiter Band Christmas Tree Sale. Fresh cut Fraser Firs throughout the year and can be delivered when crews are in and Wreaths. Sunday-Thursday: 10am-9pm. Friday- your area. More info: 678-355-3413. Saturday: 10am-10pm. Highland Plaza Shopping Center Every Monday and Friday parking lot at the corner of Gordy Parkway and Sandy Plains Guided Tour of the Strand. Get a behind-the-scenes peek Road. More info: Patty Treat, 404-694-8559 or www. at the Earl Smith Strand Theatre. 10am. $5. Earl Smith lbba.org. Strand Theatre, 117 North Park Square, Marietta. More Through December 24 info: 770-293-0080 or www.earlsmithstrand.org. Toys 4 Tots Drop-Off. Bring any new, unwrapped toy to Every Saturday H.M. Patterson & Son Funeral Home, 1157 Old Canton Free Arts and Crafts at Lakeshore Learning Materials. Road, Marietta. All toys go to Toys 4 Tots. More info: Make a celebration candle, holiday card stand, mini-snow- 770-977-9485. man, or new year's hat! 11am-3pm. Lakeshore Learning December 4 & 5 Store, 4287 Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: 770-578- Apple Annie Crafts & Arts Show. One of the largest non- 3100 or www.lakeshorelearning.com. profit shows with a high quality and large assortment of Fridays through December 18 crafts and arts in a festive and intimate setting. Over 130 The Avenue at East Cobb Holiday Special. Special retailer artisans and crafters will be attending this juried show. $3. deals and complimentary carriage rides and Santa photos. Free/under 12. Friday: 9am-7pm. Saturday: 9am-2pm. 3-7pm. More info: www.shoptheavenue.com. No strollers. Catholic Church of St. Ann, 4905 Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: 770-552-6400, ext. 6110, or Through December 6 www.st-ann.org. The 39 Steps. Mix a Hitchcock masterpiece with a juicy spy novel, add a dash of Monty Python and you have December 4-6 Broadway's comedy smash. Thursday & Friday: 8pm. Pound Treasures' Dog Rescue Flea Market presented by Saturday: 2pm & 8pm. Sunday: 1pm & 6:30pm. Mutt Madd-ness. A backyard treasure hunt. Proceeds and $19.50-$40. Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, 2800 donations go to the rescue, medical care and nurturing of Cobb Galleria Parkway, Atlanta. More info: 770-916- saved pups. Friday: 10am-5pm. Saturday: 10am-6pm. 2800 or www.cobbenergycentre.com. Sunday: 11am-6pm. Paper Mill Village, 145 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta. More info: email@example.com. Through December 18 Artist Attic Holiday Show & Sale featuring a wide variety December 4-20 of handmade, original artwork from paintings to pottery by Cinderella presented by the Atlanta Lyric Theatre. The instructors, students, and staff for holiday gifts and decora- timeless enchantment of a magical fairy tale is reborn with tions. A portion of the proceeds will go to Mountain View the Rodgers & Hammerstein hallmarks of originality, charm Arts Alliance. 10am-5pm. The Art Place Mountain View, and elegance. 8pm. $32-$38. The Earl Smith Strand 3330 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta. More info: 770-509- Theatre, 117 North Park Square, Marietta. More info/tick- 2700 or www.theartplace.us. ets: 404-377-9948 or www.atlantalyrictheatre.com. East Cobb Crossing 4287 Roswell Rd. Congratulations Marietta, GA 30062 Phone (770) 578-3100 to C2 perfect Mon.-Sat. 9-8 Sun. 10-6 SAT Scorers!!! Discover where the teachers shop! TM 770-565-8184 10 off or $ $ $ any purchase of $50 or more! www.c2educate.com $ 5 off any purchase of $25 or more! Publix Shopping center FREE Crafts for Kids Every Saturday 11-3! at Johnson Ferry. Rd. Offer valid 11/1/09-12/31/09. $25 or $50 minimum purchase required. 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Cobb Civic Center,2008 Issue Parkway, performance of The Nutcracker will be followed by a recep- Marietta. More info: 229-423-4867 or www.eastmangun- tion for select ticket holders. 5:30pm. $50-$75. Jennie shows.com. T. Anderson Theater/Cobb Civic Center, 548 S. Marietta Parkway, Marietta. 770-528-8490. December 12 pay for color5in&the Tea Room. EnjoyCan entertainment in Concerts and not use it. great you use this? Or are you bound by December 6, 13, 20 es? an intimate setting. $40/table of four, includes heavy hors Help for a Busy Season. Child-oriented cooking class. $36. d'oeuvres, wine and coffee. Mable House, 5239 Floyd $25/siblings. Catered Tastes, 2995 Johnson Ferry Road, Mari- Road, Mableton. More info: 770-819-3285 or www. etta. More info: 770-650-8442 or www.cateredtastes.com. mablehouse.org. December 7 American Red Cross Blood Drive at Timber Ridge Elemen- tary School Cafeteria. 2:15-7:15pm. 5000 Timber Ridge Road, Marietta. More info/appointment: Mina Handa, 770-823-0733. 770-650-0122 A Cooking School for Kids & Adults Birthday Parties, Classes, Scout Badge Classes, "Highest in Customer Satisfaction with Full Service Moving Companies" Workshops, Group Field $10 O "Highest in Customer Satisfaction with Full Service Moving Companies" J.D. Power and Associates 2008 Full-ServiceMoving Company Satisfaction StudySM J.D. Power and Associates 2008 Full-Service Moving Company Satisfaction StudySM Trips, Holiday & Summer Mini-Camps 1 FREE Birthday Party Guest ($25 value) Holiday Mini-Camp Expires 1.31.10. Present coupon. November 2009 – January 2010 Expires 1.31.10. Present coupon. Expires 12.31.09.Present coupon. www.eastcobber.com EAST COBBER December 2009 27 ROVED COPY MUST BE RETURNED NO LATER THAN OCT. 31 ST COMMuNiTY CAlENDAR December 7 Masterworks Concert presented by Sprayberry High School A Service of Hope for those who have lost loved ones over Fine Arts Department. The Sprayberry Chorus and Sym- the past year. Family and friends are welcome. 7pm. Mt. phony Orchestra will combine to perform traditional and Bethel United Methodist Church Sanctuary, 4385 Lower seasonal favorites. 7pm. Free. Donations accepted. Pied- Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: 770-971-2880 or- mont Baptist Church 570 Piedmont Road, Marietta. More www.mtbethel.org. info: Nathan Autry, 770-578-3200. December 8 December 10, 12 or 13 3rd Annual Pet loss Memorial and Candlelight Service for Safety: Accident Avoidance Workshop sponsored by those who have lost a beloved pet this past year. 7pm. Lassiter High School. Classroom session at Lassiter High Northstar Church, True North Auditorium, 3413 Blue School (2601 Shallowford Road, Marietta), December 10: Springs Road, Kennesaw. More info: Kevin Marcy, 678- 6:25-9:10pm. Hands-on driving session at Mabry Middle 594-0041. School (2700 Jims Road NE, Marietta), December 12 & December 9 & 10 13: 8am-12:30pm or 1:30-6pm. $195. More info/to Registration Begins for Winter Classes at The Art Place. register: 770-971-0571. Sign up for music and movement, pottery, drawing and December 10, 13-15 painting, theatre. December 9: 9:30am for Cobb residents Chanukah Wonderland in East Cobb presented by Cha- online or in person. December 10: Registration opens for bad of Cobb. The first ever, featuring a Dreidel House, phone-in and non-residents. The Art Place, 3330 Sandy Chanukah Lego Land for Menorah building, rock climbing Plains Road, Marietta. More info: 770-509-2700 or www. on Mt. Olives, a media center, theater and crafts. Open theartplace.us. to the public. Free. Nominal fee for some of the crafts. December 9-11 Thursday: 3:30-8:30pm. Sunday: 12:30-7pm. Monday Sprayberry High School Book Fair. In-store activities & Tuesday: 3:30-8pm. Olde Town Shopping Center, 736 include live student performances from 5-9pm on Friday. Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta. More info: 770-565-4412. Make sure when you check out to tell the cashier to credit December 11 your purchase to Sprayberry High School. Barnes & Noble, A Showcase of the Fine Arts presented by Pope High 50 Barrett Parkway, Kennesaw. More info: 770-578-3200 School Fine Arts Department. A visual arts and musical (Sprayberry HS) OR 770-422-2261 (Barnes & Noble). performance event by the Pope Chorus, Orchestra and Sym- December 10 phonic I Band. 6pm & 8:30pm. $10/adults. $7/students. Business-After-Hours sponsored by the Cobb Chamber of Tickets must be purchased in advance. Bailey Performance Commerce. 5-7pm. Members: Free/online; $20/at door. Center, Kennesaw State University, 1000 Chastain Road Non-members: $20/online; $30/at door. Online registra- NW, Kennesaw. To purchase tickets: eric.gray@cobbk12/ tion closes noon, December 8. Belk at Town Center Mall, org. More info: 770-578-7900. 400 Ernest Barrett Parkway, Kennesaw. More info: 770- 980-2000 or www.cobbchamber.org. 28 December 2009 EAST COBBER www.eastcobber.com COMMuNiTY CAlENDAR December 12 Santa's Art Studio. For ages 4-10. Create seasonal art- work being exposed to different teachers, ideas, processes, and media. 9:30am-1pm or 1:30-5pm. $30. The Art Place Mountain View, 3330 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta. More info: 770-509-2700 or www.theartplace.us. December 13 Empty Bowl Brunch hosted by Mountain View Arts Alli- ance. Purchase handmade ceramic bowl created by area potters, pottery teachers, staff, and students filled with your choice of hot, steamy concoctions. 11am-12pm. $10. Advance tickets on sale now. Proceeds benefit local chari- ties. The Art Place, 3330 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta. More info: 770-509-2700. Cobb Democratic Women's Annual Holiday Open House. 2-4pm. Please bring an unwrapped new toy. Reservations required. Hosted by Juliana Illari, Penhurst Drive, Marietta/ East Cobb. RSVP: Stacey Evans, 678-293-6155. Menorah lighting at East Cobb Park sponsored by Sha- lom Cobb and the Friends for the East Cobb Park. 7pm. Refreshments will be served. Free. East Cobb Park, 3322 ® Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: Etz Chaim, 770-973- 0137. December 16-20 700 Sundays, Billy Crystal's Tony Award-winning Broadway blockbuster comes to Atlanta. An autobiographical journey, this two-act play has Billy playing numerous characters that To purchase a ® family pack, visit have influenced who he is today. Wednesday-Saturday: 8pm. Sunday: 5pm. $70-$175 plus fees. Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, 2800 Cobb Galleria Parkway, At- lanta. More info: 770-916-2800 or www.cobbenergycen- tre.com. December 17 Mittie Bulloch and Theodore Roosevelt Sr.'s 1853 Wed- ding Reenactment. Step back in time as a guest at this important wedding which ultimately produced our 26th president, Theodore Roosevelt. $12/adult. $6/ages 6-18. Hours: 6:30pm, 7pm, 7:30pm, 8pm, 8:30pm. 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Jim Miller Park, 2245 Callaway Road, Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta. More info: 678-560-1111 Marietta. More info: www.cobbchristmas.net. or www.fandango.com. December 19 December 21-23, 28-30 SEBA Basketball Tournament. An invitational showcase Camp Kingfisher Winter Break Camp. Explore nature in with varsity teams from Cobb County and metro Atlanta the wintertime. Learn what plants, animals and camp high schools. First game at 12pm. $8/adults. $5/stu- counselors do to stay warm and cozy. Half day: 9am- dents with ID. Free/under 5. Cobb Civic Center, 548 East 12:50pm. Full day: 9am-4pm. Free extended care: Marietta Parkway, Marietta. More info: 404-435-6819 or 8:30-9am & 4-6:15pm. Half day: $160/non-members, www.southeastbasketballacademy.com. $140/members. Full day: $200/non-members, $180/ members. Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo December 21-23 Road, Roswell. More info: 770-992-2055. Rising Stars Holiday Hoops Clinic staffed by local college and high school coaches as well as local college players. December 21-26 & December 28-January 2 For girls and boys, kindergarten to 6th grade. 9am-3pm. Driver Education sponsored by SafeAmerica. 9am- $75/day, $135/two days, $190/three days. Johnson Ferry 3:30pm. No classes December 25 and January 1. $439/ Baptist Church Activities Center, 955 Johnson Ferry Road, regular cost. $389/PTA members. SafeAmerica, 2480 Marietta. More info/to register: 770-973-6561. Sandy Plains Road, Marietta. More info: 770-973-7233 or www.safeamerica.org. Cobb Senior Bowl iii with 100 top athletes from 23 Cobb December 22 County High Schools. Fast-paced, exciting play and celebration Red Cross Blood Drive. 10am-3pm. Cobb Civic Center, of these great students' high school careers. 2pm. McEach- 548 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta. More info: 770- ern High School, 2400 New Macland Road, Powder Springs. 528-8450. 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CopelandsAtlanta.com 32 December 2009 EAST COBBER www.eastcobber.com DiNiNG GuiDE Holiday Buffet Recipe of the Month Olde Towne Athletic Club This month's recipe is submitted by Sunday, Dec. 13 * 11:30 am - 2:30 pm East Cobber Jennifer Fox. Jennifer Fox is the owner of Young Chefs Santa will be here from 1-3 pm Academy of Sandy Springs and has Reservations Required * Bring Ad for 10% Discount been teaching and entertaining area $24.95 Adults * 1/2 Price U12 kids in her academy kitchens for 4 years. . "I am sharing a dessert reci- Membership Opportunities Available! pe, and while my business is NOT all Adult Tennis * Jr. Tennis * Fitness about desserts, it seems that the holidays cause us to think about those in particular," shares Jennifer. And, Pub & Grille is Open to the Public! of course, the young chefs who cook with us agree!" Although her business is located in Sandy Springs, Largest Banquet Facility in East Cobb! Jennifer has lived in Indian Hills in East Cobb for more than 25 years. She has one daughter, Brandee, and Call to schedule a membership two grandsons, Jack & Davis. or special event tour today! 770-578-9901 Pumpkin Bread Pudding Brulée 4950 Olde Towne Pkwy ingredients Marietta, GA 30068 • 1-3/4 cups half&half • 4 large egg yolks www.otac.net • ¾ cup sugar • 1 large egg • 2 Tbsp. unsalted butter • ¼ tsp. almond extract (room temp.) • 1 tsp. vanilla extract • 6 slices cinnamon • ¼ tsp. ground nutmeg raisin bread • Pinch of salt • ¾ cup cooked or canned pumpkin • ½ cup brown sugar puree Directions: Preheat oven 350 degrees. In a medium saucepan, stir half and half and sugar over medium heat until sugar is dissolved. Remove saucepan from heat and cool until lukewarm. Spread butter over 1 side of each slice of bread. Cut bread into ¾ inch cubes and divide among 10 (6 ounce) custard cups. In a bowl, mix pumpkin, yolks, egg, extracts, nutmeg, and salt until well blended. Add half and half mixture; whisk until smooth. Pour the pumpkin mixture over the bread cubes in the custard cups, dividing equally (about 3/8 cup). Let stand for 15 minutes, occasionally pressing on the bread to submerge. Place ramekins or custard cups in a large roasting pan. Pour enough hot water into the roasting pan to come half way up the sides of the cups. Loosely tent with foil and bake for 45 minutes or until a knife comes out clean. Transfer puddings to a rack and cool completely. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours or overnight. Preheat oven to broil. Spoon about 2 tsp. brown sugar over each cup and return to the oven for 1-2 minutes. Watch them care- fully so they do not burn. The pudding will be cold but the topping will be hot. Makes 10 (1/2 cup) servings. www.eastcobber.com EAST COBBER December 2009 33 Pet of the Month: Bill Should Your Pet Be Submitted by Linda & Charles Rhyne Our Pet of the Month? Fill out the information on your pet and send it to: .O. EAST COBBER, P Box 672121, Marietta, GA 30006-0036 Please include a picture with your entry. Enclose a self-addressed, stamped envelope and we will return your photo. Or email description and a jpg to: email@example.com Name: _____________________________________________ Animal/Breed:_______________________________________ Animal: Adult male Border Collie-Chow mix Favorite Food: Tenderloin Age & Gender:______________________________________ Favorite Person: Chad Rhyne Best Trick: Getting up and down stairs Favorite Food:_______________________________________ Turn Ons: Attention, affection and riding in the car Turn Offs: Crowded rooms and strange places Favorite Toy: Anything that squeaks or makes noise Favorite Person: _____________________________________ What Makes Bill So Special: To appreciate Bill you have to understand his situation. Our son, Chad, rescued him the Best Trick:__________________________________________ day he was scheduled for euthanasia. It was obvious Bill had led a rough life; he was blind in both eyes with cata- racts and glaucoma; he was also crippled (the rear right leg) Turn Ons: __________________________________________ from a birth defect. The glaucoma pressure was so great his eyes bulged out to the point that it looked like he had Turn Offs: __________________________________________ two red golf balls instead of eyes. Chad took him to a vet- erinarian for a check-up, shots and treatment for the glau- coma. After several months of not being able to bring the Favorite Toy: ________________________________________ pressure down with medicine it was suggested that Bill see a vet specializing in ophthalmology. The ophthalmologic Last Seen: __________________________________________ specialist said Bill's eye pressure was so great that he was certain to have a migraine headache on an ongoing basis… surgery was the only option to provide relief. Based on this ___________________________________________________ advice and a second opinion, Bill had both eyes removed. But don't feel sorry for Bill. Nobody that knows Bill feels sorry for him. Rather you immediately admire his playful Animal personality, courage and strength of perseverance. Bill only has to be in a location for a short period of time before he Atlanta can find his way around, rarely bumping into furniture or walls. He loves to go outside on a leash and he'll lead the way, hobbling along at a faster pace than can be imagined. If, however, Bill picks up a scent that needs investigation he will put his bad leg down, much like an anchor, until he has The Family Pet Store! thoroughly probed the fragrance that attracted his attention. Bill enjoys playing with toys that squeak and bully sticks Photo: Fernando Weberich (because of their strong odor…making it easier for him to locate). Chad has another dog, Jack, who will snatch Bill's w w w.AnimalAtlanta.com FREE toys/sticks and quickly hide them. Bill will wander around the house until he has picked up the trail and is then off to reclaim his possessions. Chad, a bachelor, Bill and Jack Stocking live a lively and happy life. You only have to see Bill with Chad once to admire how appreciative and grateful he is for Stu er! his rescue. Bill is an inspiration to all that know him. Owners: Linda & Charles Rhyne, parents of Chad COME SEE OUR NEW STORE! 34 December 2009 EAST COBBER www.eastcobber.com Exciting Things are Happening at Montrose Animal Hospital s Dr. Agda Barreirinhas, Dr. Kerry Webster, and Dr. Randall Bondurant. For over two decades Montrose Animal Hospital has served the East Cobb community with superior medical, boarding and grooming services. Dr. Randall Bondurant established Montrose Animal Hospital as a place where ani- mals can receive advanced quality healthcare. Dr. Bondurant received his DVM from the Auburn School of Veterinary Medicine in Auburn, AL. He and his wife, Mindy, are devoted to their four children, three dogs and cat. Dr. Kerry Webster graduated from Walton High School and received her DVM from the University of Georgia. She and her husband, who is also a veterinarian, live in Canton with their two children, dogs, cats and assortment of animals. Loving Care For Pets & People Montrose is excited to welcome their third veterinarian, 3851 Roswell J oh Dr. Agda Barreirinhas. Dr. Agda, as she is known to staff Rd. nson I-75 and clients, is a certified acupuncturist with special interests Roswell Fe r . Rd in internal medicine, imaging diagnostics and traditional ry son Rd. Chinese medicine, including herbology and tui na. Dr. Agda bin EASTSIDE Ro ELEMENTARY graduated with honors from the University of Florida, is mar- ried and has two cats and a dog. Other exciting changes are taking place at Montrose! Montrose is partnering with "Vetstreet" to provide sophis- ticated, enhanced patient care. Pet Portals allow clients to log on and manage their pet's account, vaccination records, request prescriptions, and request medical, grooming and boarding appointments. Each pet will have its own profile Quality Medical, Surgical & Dental Care with the ability to update records and post pictures. Also, Exceptional Personal Care pet adoptions are increasing as Montrose works with Cobb County Animal Control to alleviate crowding with dogs and cats, kittens and puppies. Word of mouth is their chief advertising tool. Stop in and see why they are so proud of Montrose Animal Hospital. They welcome your visit! AAHA Montrose is located at 1028 Woodlawn Drive in Marietta, off Johnson Ferry, and now offers flexible payment 770-977-4994 options with CareCredit. Call 770-977-9000 or visit www. montroseanimalhospital.com for additional information and for office hours. Accreditied By the American Animal Hospital Association EAST COBBER PAiD ADVERTiSEMENT www.eastcobber.com December 2009 35 HEAlTH & WEllNESS ACuPuNCTuRE CHRiSTiAN COuNSEliNG Acupuncture and Wellness Center Judith Reichenbach, Ed. S. Dr. Li Hua Shu, TCMD – Licensed Acupuncturist Licensed Professional Counselor 1000 Johnson Ferry Road Suite A-130 • Marietta, GA 30068 770-597-9882 678-560-7978 • www.drshutcm.com Loving Christian counseling families/ individuals. Monday-Friday 9am-6pm; Saturday 9am-4pm Conflict, grief, blended families, adolescent behavior, L. D., de- 19 years experience in traditional Chinese medicine treating pression, body image, P .T.S.D, loneliness, marriage revitalization, pain management, respiratory system, emotional/mental health, illness, empty-nest, fear, guilt, shame, anger, career coaching, nervous system, digestive system, smoking/weight loss, wrinkle high school/college planning, or just need someone to talk to. reduction, high blood pressure, and much more! Available evenings/weekends. In-home services available East Cobb area only. 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Melissa Babcock, M.D., F.A.A.D CHiROPRACTOR Babcock Dermatology 4890 Roswell Road • Atlanta 30342 Eveningred Chiropractic & Wellness Center 404-835-3052 • www.babcockdermatology.com 4343 Shallowford Road, Suite G3 • Marietta 30062 Dr. Melissa Babcock is a board certified dermatologist on staff at 770-998-7588 • www.eveningredchiropractic.com Piedmont Hospital and a member of the Piedmont Clinic. A facial Monday-Friday 9am-6pm • Saturday 9am-12pm/by appointment. reconstructive surgeon and fellowship-trained Mohs Skin Cancer Sport related injuries, pregnancy, headaches/migraines, joint pain, Surgeon, Dr. Babcock also provides cosmetic mole removal, neck/back pain, numbness & tingling, nutritional counseling. BOTOX® Cosmetic, and chemical peels. FORGET THE FAD DIETS. FORGET THE GIMMICKS. My trainer knew I Get results with a Fitness Together personal trainer. could lose the weight After putting on 20 pounds, the last thing I felt like doing was long before I did. exercising. But my trainer helped me start slow and train steadily. Her faith in me kept me from getting discouraged. Most important, she helped me make my own wellness a priority. And once that happened, the pounds really started coming off. Now that I've reached my ideal weight, she wants to set some new goals. And I say, bring it on. Call today and schedule a free Fitness Evaluation and Personal Training Session. Get a Get a Cobb Fitness Location Name FREE FREE 1255 Johnson Ferry Rd 9092 Ridgeline Parkway Highlands Ranch, CO 80129 Market Plaza personal personal www.cobbfitness.com training session training session with mention of (a $65 Value) this ad. Call 303.833.3333 Call (770) 321-1347 © 2009 Fitness Together to get to getstarted today started today. 36 December 2009 EAST COBBER www.eastcobber.com HEAlTH & WEllNESS ExERCiSE ClASSES GENERAl DENTiSTRY Dance Stop in the AM Ruth H. 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FiTNESS CENTERS HEAlTH FOOD STORE East Cobb Jazzercise life Grocery Cathy Mobley Lisa Maden, GM 736 Johnson Ferry Road • Marietta 30068 1453 Roswell Road • Marietta 30062 (in the Fountains of Olde Towne) 770-977-9583 • www.lifegrocery.com 770-971-4970 • www.eastcobbjazz.com • www.jazzercise.com Life Grocery and Café features a healthy selection of organic pro- Jazzercise is a 60-minute class incorporating cardio, strength, duce, nutritious foods, extensive supplements serving those with and stretch moves for a total body workout for all ages and fit- health challenges and dietary needs. ness levels. HOME HEAlTH Northeast Cobb YMCA Home Health Options, inc. 3010 Johnson Ferry Road • Marietta 30062 678-569-9622 279 Roswell Street • Marietta 30060 Mon-Fri: 5am-10pm. Sat: 7am-8pm. Sun: Noon-8pm. 770-425-7718 Family-oriented health and fitness facility. Full service gym, spin We take care of all your medical equipment needs, home health studio, yoga studio, 90 group exercise classes/week. 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No contracts. eastcobbjazz.com jazzercise.com ® (800)FIT-IS-IT (770) 594-2754 ® Located at the corner of Roswell Road & Long Island Drive www.eastcobber.com EAST COBBER December 2009 37 HEAlTH & WEllNESS liFE ENRiCHMENT MRi & CT The Center for Awareness, llC Marietta imaging Center 1240 Johnson Ferry Place Suite B-10 • Marietta, GA 30068 1197 Johnson Ferry Road • Marietta 30068 P R O O F 770-565-6111 • www.thepowerofawareness.com This center is dedicated to supporting and empowering women who seek to create balanced lives. We offer individual and group 770-971-7284 • www.mariettaimaging.com Hours: Mon-Fri: 8am–5pm; Sat: 8am-12noon. Full service imaging including CT, MRI-open and closed, MRA, coaching sessions, as well as a broad range of life enrichment TM EEG, Nuclear Medicine, Fluoroscopy, X-Ray, Mammography, E LITTLE COUPON BOOK courses and workshops. MEDiCAl iMAGiNG SERViCES Ultrasound and DEXA (bone density) exams. Same day appoint- ments available for most exams. OCCuPATiONAl THERAPiST MARIETTA EDITION WellStar Kennestone imaging Center in East Cobb Lillian McCarthy, Office Manager East Cobb Shoulder, Elbow & Hand Therapy Marge Krengel, OT, CHT "The Book That's Everywhere!" ™ 1070 Woodlawn Drive, Ste. 100 • Marietta, GA 30068 770-793-9200 • www.wellstar.org 3901 Roswell Road, Suite 100B • Marietta, GA 30062 Mon-Fri: 8am-4:30pm 770-578-4334 • www.eastcobbhandtherapy.com Dave Meeks, Owner and Publisher WellStar Kennestone Imaging Center in East Cobb offers state of the art imaging services which include Digital Mammography Certified hand therapist with extensive training and experience with shoulder and elbow injuries. All ages, children to seniors. one: 770.552.4628 • Fax: 770.579.9179 (Screening and Diagnostic), CT Scan, Heart Screening, MRI, ORTHODONTiST Ultrasound, DEXA Bone Densitometry, and X-Ray. firstname.lastname@example.com Johanna B. 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KENNESTONE Member of the AACD Fellow of the DOCS 670 Canton Road • Marietta, GA 30060 (770) 587-5655 770-429.0033 • 770.429.0360 fax 3052 Shallowford Rd., Suite 100, Marietta www.eastcobbfoot.com * Special applies to new patients with paid examination, necessary x-rays and cleaning during appointments scheduled in December 2009 or, existing patients who refer a new completed patient appointment during December 38 December 2009 EAST COBBER www.eastcobber.com Ad Start Date # of Months HEAlTH & WEllNESS PERSONAl TRAiNiNG PSYCHOlOGY Advanced Fitness Training Family Psychology of East Cobb Pamela Molinari Dr. Danielle Levy • Dr. Jennifer Hopkins-Naylor 404-313-5326 • www.advancedfitness.org 1640 Powers Ferry Road • Bldg. 9, Ste. 100 • Marietta 30067 20-year veteran female trainer. Specialization in stubborn fat 404-592-1981 • www.cobbfamilypsych.com loss and body shaping. In-home or gym. First session free. Monday-Friday: 9am-5:30pm East Cobb area. Specializing in outpatient psychotherapy for children, adolescents, family and adults. Bodydesign Personal Training inc. Paul Feldman 1880 West Oak Parkway • Marietta 30062 EVENINGRED CHIROPRACTIC 678-290-7555 • www.bodydesigntraining.com At our private training studio we provide a professional service that teaches every client how to incorporate fitness into their daily life- style. Our trainers are certified by our school (Bodydesign Institute of Personal Training). We teach and show each client how to tone AND WELLNESS CENTER up and work out correctly. In addition we teach better eating hab- its, taking the guesswork out of nutrition and weight loss. 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For patients choosing to make our center their home, we offer therapeutic recreation and social activities to provide PRiVATE HOME CARE PROViDER mental and physical stimulation in a warm and home-like envi- ronment. Affordable Medical Resources inc. 1159 Monte Drive • Marietta 30062 uRGENT & FAMilY CARE 770-321-6142 Monday-Friday: 8am-5pm urgent Medical Care Homemaker services. 2965 Johnson Ferry Road • Marietta 30062 770-837-9788 • www.urgentmedicalcarega.com PSYCHiATRY Monday-Saturday: 10am-8pm; Sunday: by appointment Physicals, annual DOT, sports injury, mini-emergency, asthma, Avera Behavioral Management dehydration. X-ray on site. Russell Brown, MD 4500 Karl's Gate Drive • Marietta 30068 770-973-0687 • www.avera-mgmt.net Avera Behavioral Management is the premier provider of 24-hour on-call, on-site, and on-line Caregiver Support and Mental Health services to the Home Care and Long-Term Care Community. 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Happy Holidays! 6 7 8 . 9 0 8 . 3 4 91 40 December 2009 EAST COBBER www.eastcobber.com HEAlTH & WEllNESS WellStar Kennestone imaging Center in East Cobb Offering the highest quality imaging with addition of 16-Slice CT, MRI and expanded Women's Services East Cobb Shoulder, Elbow WellStar Kennestone & Hand Therapy Imaging Center in East Cobb believes in life well-lived and offers East Cobbers a quality choice for medical imaging services within the Margaret Krengel OT, CHT community. Conveniently located at www.eastcobbhandtherapy.com 1070 Woodlawn Drive, WellStar Kennestone Imaging s Steven Brantley, M.D. Center in East Cobb invites Quantum Radiology the community to visit their state of the art facility for most medical diagnostic imaging needs. The facility is accredited by the American College of Radiology assuring that highly trained technologists and physicians meet stringent quality standards. The friendly WellStar staff highly emphasizes professionalism, compassionate care and patient satisfaction and is dedicated to uncompromising standards of excellence. WellStar Kennestone Imaging Center in East Cobb is proud to offer state of the art Digital Mammography to provide the most advanced electronic breast images, which are interpreted by Radiologists who are sub-specialized in mammography using the aid of precision, high-resolution monitors. Dr. Steven Brantley explains, "Digital technology assists in improving diagnosis and makes the interpretation of results and historical comparisons quicker and more accurate." Breast MRIs will now also be offered at the East Cobb Imaging Center in adjunct to routine digital mammography screening for high-risk patients. Diagnostic imaging services provided at WellStar Kennestone Imaging Center in East Cobb include: • CT Scan Heart Screening (Calcium Score) • MRI • Diagnostic Radiology Services • High definition ultrasound imaging • Diagnostic and Screening Digital Mammography • Breast MRI • DEXA Bone Densitometry WellStar is committed to providing the best technology to the community with a High-Field Short-Bore MRI 1.5 Tesla which has expanded our women's imaging services to include Breast MRI. This MRI System offers higher quality exams while provid- ing patient comfort with its open ended design. In addition, our 16-slice CT Scanner offers improved diagnostic accuracy with Get Your Business in Top Shape! shorter scan times. WellStar Kennestone Imaging Center in East Personal trainers-Fitness Centers-spas-salon-Health Food stores Cobb is now also performing Heart Screenings for $150.00. Most insurance plans are accepted, and the helpful WellStar staff is happy to answer insurance related questions. Office ADVERTiSE in the East Cobber's hours are Monday-Friday from 8:00am to 4:30pm. Call 678- 581-5900 to schedule your imaging appointment with WellStar Health & Wellness section Kennestone Imaging Center in East Cobb. WellStar Kennestone Imaging Center in East Cobb 1070 Woodlawn Drive, Suite 100, Marietta, GA 30068 770-793-9200 Call 770-640-7070 PAiD ADVERTiSEMENT www.eastcobber.com EAST COBBER December 2009 41 E LITTLE COUPON BOOK MARIETTA EDITION HEAlTH & WEllNESS "The Book That's Everywhere!" ™ Dave Meeks, Owner and Publisher Johanna B. Jenkins, DDS ORTHODONTIST one: 770.552.4628 • Fax: 770.579.9179 Two Convenient Locations email@example.com Braces for Adults & Children s is. • Lingual, Clean Please make changes and send new proof. & Metal Braces _______________________________ Date ______________________________ • Invisalign •Complimentary Consultations • Insurance Accepted Aesthetic Orthodontic Care, PC 4939 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta/East Cobb MEDICAL AND HOME HEALTH PRODUCTS 750 Hammond Drive, Sandy Springs • Medicare Approved Scooters SENIOR and Power Chairs WEDNESDAYS 770.671.0400 • Seat Uplifts or Recliner Lift Chairs • Bed Rails, Suction Grips 5% www.bracesatlanta.com • Compression Hose OFF! • FREE Diabetic/Therapeutic Shoes • Wheelchairs • Walkers • Rollators • Canes • Bath and Bedroom Safety Products • Sales • Service • Repair • Rentals HOME HEALTH OPTIONS, INC. 279 Roswell St NE • Marietta • 770.425.7718 Just East of the Marietta Square • Open Mon-Fri 10-5 Sat 10-2 Ad Start Date # of Months Payment Rec'd 42 December 2009 EAST COBBER www.eastcobber.com Growing HEALTHY FAMILIES in East Cobb County Our new medical office in East Cobb County Good health is blooming in The new facility will offer adult medicine, your neighborhood with more pediatrics, obstetrics/gynecology, pharmacy, X-ray, and lab services. That means you'll convenient options for getting be able to receive a wide range of quality care in Cobb County. care for you and your family—all at this same convenient location. At Kaiser Permanente, we're committed to helping East Cobb County cultivate better For more information about our services, or health every day. That's why we're excited to to learn about becoming a Kaiser Permanente announce the opening of our new East Cobb member, go to kp.org or call (404) 261-2590. Medical Office. Here's our new address: For TTY service for the deaf, hard of hearing, Kaiser Permanente East Cobb Medical Office or speech impaired, call 1-800-255-0056. Woodlawn Square Shopping Center 1205 Johnson Ferry Road, Suite 107 Marietta, GA 30068 kp.org Kaiser Foundation Health Plan of Georgia, Inc. Nine Piedmont Center, 3495 Piedmont Road NE Atlanta, GA 30305 (404) 364-7000 Bring One For The Chipper The Coach's Corner Did you know that your old Christmas What is Retirement? trees can be recycled and that one twenty pound tree takes up valuable landfill space comparable to a washing machine? Retire the word retirement; find Recycling trees creates mulch, fuel, wildlife a new word. It could be reinvent, habitats and other useful material. You can rewirement, BTL [Best Time of Life], help "Keep Cobb Beautiful," by recycling your old tree after the or recareer. Retirement is a relatively holiday season. Keep Cobb Beautiful will sponsor free recycling new concept in the human evolution. drop-offs. It certainly doesn't mean today what Keep Cobb Beautiful is inviting everyone to "Bring One for it did when it started back a few the Chipper," and recycle your Christmas tree after the holidays. centuries ago. Before the industrial As a part of a statewide effort to reuse Christmas trees, Keep revolution and social security, the Cobb Beautiful is hosting convenient sites where area residents s Pete Allen term retirement was virtually non- can drop-off their trees. Most sites will be manned by various existent. During that time, work was volunteer organizations from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. No other items more physically demanding and life spans were shorter. will be allowed to be dropped off at sites. Cobb County Parks The whole notion of retirement has radically changed. It sites will accept trees from December 26 until January 9. All used to be thought of as the end. Today it is thought of Home Depot sites will accept trees ONLY on Saturday, January as the beginning of a new career, a new chapter, a new 9. To volunteer at a site location, look on the web site at kcb. life. We are living longer, healthier, more vibrant lives and cobcountyga.gov and go to the volunteer section for more informa- as seniors, we are actively contributing to society. Today tion. the word and meaning of retirement is becoming obsolete. Here are the drop-off locations in the East Cobb area: You may have a third or more of your life yet to live. This could be and should be the best part of your life HOME DEPOT - trees will be accepted only on January 9: In order to make it the best part of your life, your hab- >Home Depot*, 3605 Sandy Plains Road its, perceptions and a lot of the things you do will change. Marietta, GA 30066 Plan for this by taking a picture of where you are now, not >Home Depot*, 4101Roswell Road NE just financially but mentally, emotionally and physically, Marietta, GA 30060 and how you view the foreseeable future. This will make the transitioning and changes much smoother as you cre- The following Cobb County Parks will accept drop-offs from ate this wonderful new chapter in your life: a chapter of December 26, 2008 until January 9, 2009: fun, happiness, passion, and fulfillment. >Noonday Creek Park, 489 Hawkins Store Road In our coaching process, we have an assessment sys- Kennesaw 30144 tem that will take that picture and give you a benchmark >Harrison Park, 2650 Shallowford Road to achieve that wonderful new chapter. Marietta, GA 30066 Things to consider if you are in retirement: >Sewell Park*, 2085 Lower Roswell Road • Be creative. Express yourself. Schedule time each Marietta, GA 30066 day, even if only for a few minutes, to explore the >Fullers Park (Lower Field), 3050 Robinson Road things you never had time to do. For example: Marietta, GA 30064 writing, painting, hobbies, etc. • Contribute. Stand up for something that matters to *These locations will be presenting saplings to recyclers you. It feels good. It boosts your self-esteem. Saturday, January 9th. Davey Trees at 770-451-7911, as well • Spend time with people you like. Avoid loneliness. as the Cobb Parks chipper locations will have free mulch avail- • Learn something new - a language, a skill, the able to citizens after January 9th. For more information, please computer [passing on email every day to your contact Keep Cobb Beautiful at 770-528-1135 or visit: www. kcb.cobbcountyga.gov. friends doesn't count]. If you're over 50 and thinking about retiring or are already retired, taking our assessment will give you clarity and a plan to take actions that will make this chapter of your life more fulfilling. For more information, go to my website breakinfree- SH OP EAST COBB coaching.com or call 770-977-2232 PAiD ADVERTiSEMENT 44 December 2009 EAST COBBER www.eastcobber.com Editors Note: The Department of Energy estimates a 40 percent increase in U.S. demand for electricity by the year 2030. One driver of that demand is our love affair with all things electronic – the energy consuming appliances, plasma TVs, computers and other electronic devices that make our lives easier, and more enjoyable. A recent Consumer Electronics Association study revealed that the number of electronics products per household has doubled since 1997, and they now consume 11 percent of residential electricity. Plant Washington is a proposed 850MW coal fired plant to be located near Sandersville, Georgia in Washington County in rural east-central Georgia. The plant will cost an estimated $2 billion and will burn a mix of pulverized low-sulfur coal from the Powder River Basin and eastern U.S. coal. The owner would be a coalition of Georgia EMCs called Power4Georgians. The largest and most influential member of the coalition is Cobb Energy. Cobb EMC must get the state's legal permission to begin construc- tion in a few months. As our demands for electronics grows, we need to consider how our energy is being provided. Thus, the EAST COBBER presents arguments for and against building another coal plant (on page 44 and 45) in Georgia. Cobb EMC's Proposed Coal Plant May Produce Dirty Energy at Higher Rates By Tom Barksdale, Cobb Alliance for Smart Energy (CASE) Cobb County residents concerned about the environment independent firm suggests the plant's cost will be significantly and electricity rates have a stake in a proposed coal-fired power higher than Power4Georgians' estimates. End result: Cobb EMC plant in Middle Georgia. A six-member consortium led by Cobb members could see their bills increase, if the plant is built. EMC — called Power4Georgians — wants to build the plant in Members of the Cobb Alliance for Smart Energy (CASE) Washington County, near Sandersville. The $2.1 billion plant recently went door-to-door to hundreds of homes to discuss will annually produce tons of carbon dioxide and dangerous pol- issues with co-op members, including questions about Cobb lutants including soot particles and ozone that are linked to seri- EMC's competence. The overwhelming response by customers ous human health problems — including asthma, bronchitis, and favored a change in Cobb EMC leaders and direction. A grand chronic respiratory diseases. jury investigation into Cobb EMC leadership apparently is ongo- Plant Washington would be a water guzzler, drawing up ing. to 16 million gallons a day from local sources, including the Cobb EMC members have an opportunity to deter the plant Oconee River. The plant will also annually produce 105 pounds construction by voting for reform candidates for the co-op's board of mercury. Mercury levels in Georgia already are so high that of directors. The elections are on hold, pending a court ruling on the Georgia Environmental Protection Division (EPD) has issued a lawsuit dealing with proposed changes in the electoral rules. fish consumption advisories for rivers in the Washington County CASE urges co-op members to tune in to this critical issue. It's area. EPD measurements in those rivers found mercury in excess time to get informed about the reform candidates who are chal- of state and federal water quality standards. At some point, addi- lenging the pro-plant incumbents. Watch for a letter from Cobb tional mercury risks making the fish unsafe to eat. EMC notifying about a membership meeting and a vote on elec- The plant's economic feasibility received a heavy blow earli- toral rule changes. er this year, when four of Cobb EMC's original partners withdrew. They concluded that declining electricity demand and the likeli- For more information: Cobb Alliance for Smart Energy (CASE), hood of additional costs being imposed on coal emissions made 770-517-5993; www.cobbemcwatch.org; Fall-Line Alliance for a Plant Washington a significant financial risk. An analysis by an Clean Environment (FACE), www.faceenvironment.org. 46 December 2009 EAST COBBER www.eastcobber.com Opponents of Cobb Alliance for Plant Washington Smart Energy Counterpoint ignore the Facts By Tom Barksdale, Cobb Alliance for Smart Energy (CASE) By Sam Kelly, Vice President of Public Relations, Cobb EMC Sam Kelly's position would be better spent dealing with the larger issues involved in Cobb EMC's proposed new coal People can have differences of opinion, but those opin- plant, rather than diving into the statistical weeds. Fact one: ions should be based on fact. In the case of opponents of an operational Plant Washington would add more pollution Plant Washington such as Mr. Barksdale, either facts are to Georgia's environment, from at least nine substances to being ignored or someone is not being honest. too numerous to list here. EPD's assertions about decreased The opponents' understanding of the water issue is erro- mercury levels are just that – assertions that have not been neous: When it comes to the 16 million gallons of water per achieved. What "misplaced decimal point" is he referring day that will be used by Plant Washington, opponents fail to about mercury emissions? Cobb EMC itself never even to mention that this represents less than one-percent of the performed modeling for mercury air deposition. Second, the Oconee River's daily flow. An elementary understanding of plant will divert more water from other uses, whatever the the Cretaceous Aquifer beneath the region shows that Plant percentage it uses of the Oconee's overall flow. Third, the Washington's operations will not come anywhere close to plant is not needed. Expert opinion refutes his contention impacting the area's water levels. that rising electricity demand requires this plant. Whatever Opponents' mercury analysis is erroneous on two counts: that demand, a Georgia Tech study released in August found According to the Georgia Environmental Protection Division, that increased energy efficiency alone would reduce the need there will be less mercury in the atmosphere when Plant to build more coal-fired power plants in Georgia through Washington is built than there is today due to the state's 2020. Greater efficiency, together with investment in renew- mercury reduction program. The analysis that Mr. Barksdale ables like wind, solar, and biomass, would eliminate the need uses to make his claims about mercury emissions has been for Plant Washington. determined to have a simple, but very significant, mathemati- cal error (namely a misplaced decimal point) which has caused the mercury emissions from Plant Washington to be overstated by a factor of 10! Another reality is that anyone who understands the fun- damentals of economics would also recognize coal is still the most cost-efficient and abundant energy generation resource in the world. To ensure that Cobb EMC members' rates remain under control and future increases are minimized, VIDEO TRANSFERS there is no better strategy. If anyone has a proven method of energy generation that is more cost-effective than coal and VHS ● HI-8 ● MINI-DV ● 8MM can keep member rates in check, Cobb EMC welcomes those VINYL ALBUMS ● CASSETTES thoughts. The assertion that four of the Power4Georgian's EMCs Gift certificates available for the holidays! dropping out of the Plant Washington Project will mean higher costs for Cobb EMC members is nonsense. The fact 404-348-2414 www.balancedvideosolutions.com firstname.lastname@example.com is: every megawatt of electricity to be generated by Plant Washington will be needed the moment it goes online. Our involvement in the project means we will have access to power at lower rates than purchasing electricity on the open market. The Cobb EMC board of directors has made decisions based on sound business strategies, not emotions. They have taken a course to ensure that energy remains affordable and reliable for its members. For more information: visit www.power4georgians.com. Drop-off and Pick-up at The Office Party—2940 Johnson Ferry Road www.eastcobber.com EAST COBBER December 2009 47 SCHOOl NEWS The Cobb County Board of Education approved a balanced calendar for the 2010-2011, 2011-2012 and 2012-2013 school years during its Nov. 11, 2009 meeting. Each school The Walton High School Raider year will begin the first week of August and end the Friday Marching Band is honored to be prior to Memorial Day in May. The 180-day balanced calendar invited to march in America's presti- includes one-week mid-term breaks for students and teachers in gious Tournament of Roses® Parade. September and February and a full week of Thanksgiving holi- Only 21 bands were chosen to par- days. The first semester of each school year will conclude before ticipate on New Year's Day 2010 in the winter holidays in December. Conference weeks and any the 121st Rose Parade, the theme early release days for the approved calendars will be determined of which is "A Cut Above the Rest". at a later date. Here is an accounting of how Cobb County The Walton Raider Marching Band School Board Members voted on the balanced calendar: was selected from among hundreds of high school bands from across the Post 1 – Lynnda Crowder-Eagle - FOR United States and abroad to partici- Post 2 – Holli Cash - FOR pate in this "super bowl" of parades. The Raider's 213 dedi- Post 3 – David Morgan - AGAINST Post 4 – Dr. John Abraham - FOR cated students are lead by Band Director Mike Back (pictured Post 5 – David Banks- FOR above) and Assistant Band Director Jeff Pollock, and are sup- Post 6 – Dr. John Crooks - AGAINST ported by the Walton Band and Orchestra Parents, Inc. Post 7 – Alison Bartlett – AGAINST The Cobb County School District will receive a recom- The Professional Association of Georgia Educators has mendation for a five-year re-accreditation from the Southern announced that its membership has passed the 78,000 mark. Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS). The recommenda- PAGE is the second largest independent teacher group in the tion comes after a comprehensive, three-day evaluation by a nation, second only to the group in Texas. Executive Director delegation of SACS representatives. The evaluation group was Allene Magill said that the results of the group's fall member- comprised of 27 education professionals from throughout the ship campaigns have consistently indicated that, given a choice, Southeast. Nearly 1,200 parents, students, teachers, princi- teachers across the state prefer to join an independent organiza- pals, administrators and District support staff were interviewed tion with advocacy that is both proactive and professional. regarding a variety of standards and best practices that helped Tritt Elementary Media Specialist Joanne Bates has the evaluation team determine Cobb's accreditation status. received the highest honor and award from the Georgia Department of Education that a library media program can receive in the state. Nominated for the Exemplary Library Media Program Award for 2009, Bates has been a Cobb County School District employee for 14 years and a Tritt employee for 12 years. The Wood Acres School in Marietta was recently designat- ed as an International Spanish Academy. The school is the only kindergarten through eighth grade school in Georgia and only the second school of any kind in Georgia with the designation. As an International Spanish Academy, students will receive comprehensive English and Spanish language in language arts as well as in content areas: social studies, science, math and literature. This immersion model allows students to rapidly become bilingual and develop superb comprehension skills as well. The consulate of Spain will bestow the official designation on the school. The Wood Acres School in Marietta is located at 1772 Johnson Ferry Road. The Campaign to Recall Cobb County School Board mem- ber Dr. John Crooks officially kicked-off last month. The Recall process is three steps: the first is the application for Recall, the second is the Petition for Recall and the third is the actual Recall Election. Carrie Nicholas-Welkis, East Cobb mother of two and healthcare professional, is serving as the Chairperson of the Recall Campaign. The Campaign will have 45 days to collect the remaining signatures in order for a Recall Election to proceed. This is currently estimated at 14,000 registered vot- ers in the Cobb County Board of Education Post # 6. If you or anyone you know live in Post #6 and are interested in support- ing the Recall Campaign, you may contact Ms. Nicholas-Welkis at email@example.com or go to www.RecallYourVote.com for more information. 48 December 2009 EAST COBBER www.eastcobber.com Hightower Middle School Has Outdoor Classroom NEED A TUTOR? One-On-One Tutoring in Your Home • All Subjects • Math • Science • Reading • Pre-K to Adult • LD/ADD • Flexible Schedules • Foreign Languages • Study Skills • SAT/ACT Prep • Certified Teachers 770-350-2998 www.clubztutoring.com FIRST SESSION R FREE! Call for details. s Hightower's new outdoor classroom. Presentation of an East Cobb's Favorite Pastime: EAST CO EAST COBBER Award of Appreciation BBER Free | Take One to Rob Wilson, The www April .eastcobb 2009 er.com Home Depot Team Coordinator, by Dr. Wilkins, principal of 770-640-7070 SPECIAL SECTION: 9th Annual Day Camp Guide PAGES 12-23 www.eastcobber.com Curing Kids' Canc Hightower Middle Commun er ity Cale | Cobb ndar School Board Mem | Pet Of ber Writ Cobb Lt. Mark Chen Coun The Mon es Book ty Polic oweth th Precincte Departmen | Dinin | Buying 4 t g Directory An East er Bunn | Club New y School. s On October 21 and 22, approximately fifty volunteers from The Home Depot and Johnson Ferry Baptist Church volunteered firstname.lastname@example.com their time in order to build and landscape an outdoor classroom/ amphitheater. The facility and plants for landscaping were made possible through a grant award of $4,000 from The Home Depot. Both Home Depot and Johnson Ferry Baptist Church are Partners In Education with Hightower Trail Middle School. The steps leading form the top of the hill to the deck itself were built by Alex Crouchman, a student at Pope High School, as a part of his Eagle Scout project. The amphitheater will provide a unique vehicle as an outdoor classroom and was built in one day by Home Depot volunteers on their day off. It is 22x30 feet and surrounded by picnic tables for student seating and class- work. Hightower Middle School is a Blue Ribbon School of Excellence, and such innovation as providing an outdoor performance stage is one factor in their students' success. FREE lESSON AND iNTERViEW The facility is located at the entrance of the Hightower Nature Trail and will be used as a support facility to various aca- 770-565-7177 demic studies and projects. The classroom/amphitheater will East Cobb location: 1518 Blackwell Rd - Marietta also be available for use by the Hightower Trail Middle School www.silvapiano.com community. www.eastcobber.com EAST COBBER December 2009 49 SENiORS East Cobb Senior Center Activities Scheduled for December 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. Blood Pressure Screening AARP Driver Safety Program December 3, 8, 17 Tuesday, December 15 & Thursday, December 17 10am-12pm 9am-1pm Cost: $12/AARP members (please bring your card); $14/non- Holiday Celebration members. Advance registration required. Payment due on first Friday, December 11 day of class (cash or check). 10-11am Join us for cookies and eggnog around the fireplace and Michael Feinstein Sings Sinatra & Maggiano's Christmas tree while the air is filled with the sounds of Friday, February 5. 2010 the holidays, the warmth of friendship and the tides of the Payment deadline: January 4, 2010 season. 4:30-11:30pm (Check-in 4:00pm) He is the "Keeper of the American Songbook" and owner- ice Cream and a Movie headliner of his own New York club. Michael Feinstein Monday, December 14: The Bishop's Wife joins the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra for an evening of the 1pm music from his new album, "The Sinatra Project". The only Cost: $3/Cobb resident; $4/non-resident. restaurant equal to the music of Feinstein and Sinatra is Registration required. Maggiano's. Join us for a magic night off wonderful music Here's a holiday classic starring Loretta Young, David Niven and food! and Cary Grant. Come enjoy the magic and the romance. Cost: $86/Senior Citizen Council members; $91/non- members. Price includes luxury motor coach transportation, tickets, dinner, and driver's tip. Full refunds will be given if the trip is cancelled. No refunds will be given after payment due date. Care Giving For Seniors Affordable Medical Resources, Inc. • Up to 24 Hour Care • Meal Preparation • Errands/Shopping • Light Housekeeping • Respite Care Relief • Companionship Medicaid Approved • Community Care Provider Call 770.321.6142 email: firstname.lastname@example.com Happy Holidays! 886 Johnson Ferry Road • Marietta, GA 30068 770.977.4420 • www.savannahcourtmarietta.com Assisted Living Facility License No. 033-03-017-1 Support Your Local Economy. . . Shop East Cobb! 50 December 2009 EAST COBBER www.eastcobber.com CALL 770-640-7070 ABetter Life. AT R I A S E N I O R L I V I N G www.atria-atlanta.com ving him close, Living here allows nderful haecurity knowing It's wo s me s me more quality t d it give always there for him . with my daughterime an . someone is ter – Jerry, Atria resident daugh –L iza , Jerry's 121_37797 www.eastcobber.com EAST COBBER December 2009 51 Zonings and Variances for December The following is a list of zonings to be reviewed by the Planning Commission on Tuesday, December 1, at 9am. The Board of Commissioners will vote on these zonings Tuesday, December 15, at 9am. These listings are provided by the East Cobb Civic Association. For comments and final actions by these organizations, please visit www.eastcobb.net. Petition luP-30: Emerson Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, Inc., represented by Jeanne Styron, requests a Land Use Permit for Mobile Classrooms (renewal and new). Located on the west side of Holly Springs Road, south of Frankie Lane (2799 Holly Springs Road). Size of tract is 5.512 acres. Current zoning: R-20. Proposed Use: Mobile Classrooms-renewal and new. Petition luP-31: Lisa Hillman, represented by Charles Taylor, requests a Land Use Permit allowing more than two unrelated people to Occupy a Dwelling Unit. Located on the southeast intersection of Haverford Lane and Monticello Way. Size of tract is .41 acre. Current zoning: R-15. Proposed Use: Allow more than Two Unrelated People in a Dwelling. The following is a list of variances to be reviewed by the Board of Zoning Appeals Wednesday, December 9, at 1pm. Petition V-90: Loyal F. Harris, representing himself, requests to waive the setback for an accessory structure over 650 sq. ft. (proposed 1,800 sq. ft. garage) from the required 100 ft. to 12 ft. Property is located on the south side of Autumn Leaves Lane, south of Blackwell Road (3736 Autumn NO COURT DIVORCE Leaves Lane). Size of tract is 4 acres. Current zoning: R-20. Reason: Store Classic Cars, Boat, Mower. P Divorce with dignity P Petition V-92: The Muntzing Sattele Company, represented P Reduce legal fees P by Garvis L. Sams, requests to waive the number of parking P Maintain privacy P spaces from the required 384 spaces to 345 spaces. Property K Wills K is located on the south side of Johnson Ferry Road, south of K Estate Planning K Roswell Road (1255 Johnson Ferry Road). Size of tract is 7.59 K Power of Attorney K acres. Current zoning: NS. Reason: Always been like this. Petition V-93: Alan Whitehouse, represented by Thomas E. Peay, requests to waive the side setback on lot 56 from the required 10 ft. to 8 ft. adjacent to the western property line. Property is located on the south side of Robinson Farms Drive, south of Robinson Road (747 Robinson Farms Drive). Size of tract is .46 acres. Current zoning: R-15. Reason: Foundation 18 inches over side setback (existing). Paige Norwood Jennings, PC Collaborative Lawyer Make A New Year's Resolution twitter.com/lawforfamilies to Advertise in the www.paigejennings.com EAST COBBER! 52 December 2009 EAST COBBER www.eastcobber.com East Cobb Moms Make Reading Fun The series, Miss Rhonda's Readers Set ONE, contains eight books—each eight pages of true-to-life, child-friendly adventure. A lot can happen in eight pages. In Robins, for example, two birds meet, build a nest, start a family and fight off a preda- tor. Kids have an interest in learning what happens at the end of the book, so they don't lose focus. Attention-challenged children have success with the books. Parents enjoy them, too, and the books spark conversations about the time their own pet hamster escaped (a theme from Jen's Hamster which is based on a true story). Everyone laughs out loud at Pink Pig. Locally owned and sold through stores and the web, Miss Rhonda's Readers blends the talents and energies of three moms. Rhonda teaches at Casa Montessori where she met Jennifer Willhoite. The two talked about taking the books to press so Jennifer and her friend, Heidi, designed a color palette and illustrations for one of the books, Sniff! Sniff!. Rhonda s Heidi Weathersby, Rhonda lucadamo, and Jennifer Willhoite. loved the fox and rabbit so much that they got to work that afternoon. That was just over a year and half ago, and they After 17 years as a teacher and with vivid memories of her are already shipping orders to schools and families across the own childhood, Rhonda Lucadamo knows how children develop country. the skills needed to become lifetime readers, and she loves guid- The books are also earth-friendly and are printed in ing them through the adventure. She noticed that a lot of kids Atlanta. Additionally, Miss Rhonda's Readers began a school see learning to read as a chore so she wrote her own books, Miss promotion on their website where schools can enroll in a fund- Rhonda's Readers, to capture the fact that reading is its own raising program. "Our primary goal will always be to bring reward. So what sets Miss Rhonda's Readers apart from other good stories to children that they can read themselves while books? Each book is a small story rather than just a series of rhym- helping to instill pride and joy in reading for its own sake," ing words, and they are reviewed by early readers themselves, right says Rhonda. Set TWO, featuring another eight adventures in the classroom. The results are inspiring. for emerging readers, will be published this spring. Also avail- "It's so exciting to see children light up when they read their able is a Foundations of Reading download filled with tips for first book," says Rhonda, "but we knew we were reaching kids out- parents as well as alphabet cards and phonetic word cards. side the classroom when we got an email from a mom that said her Rhonda is available as a guest author for schools and libraries. son got the books 'yesterday' and was reading them 'today'. That's You may purchase the books at www.missrhondasreaders.com the reason we do this: to help kids fall in love with reading." or at local stores. Call 1.800.PRIMROSE or visit primroseschools.com to learn more about our proven programs for infants through private kindergarten and after school. 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Various Locations. Non-dog East Cobb New Horizons Band. Monday mornings. Did you play a band instrument owners welcome. More info: Dr. Dan in high school and/or college? Would you Batchelor, 770-992-2362. like to play again? We accept all skill AARP Chapter 2830. First Thursday Business Network international (BNi). levels. First Baptist Church of Marietta, Dudes 'n Darlins Square Dance Club. of each month. 1:30pm. East Cobb BNI is an international networking 148 Church Street, Marietta. More info: Classes every Tuesday, 7:30-9:30pm. Senior Center, 3332 Sandy Plains Road, organization with chapters throughout George 770-971-3430. $5. Fullers Park Recreation Center, 3499 Marietta. More info: Mary Johnson, the Atlanta area. New chapter forming Robinson Road, Marietta. Dances on East Cobb Open Networking. Professional 770-926-7881. in East Cobb. Meeting times to be second & fourth Friday each month. 8- Referral Networking. Every Friday. 7:30- determined. More info: Karley Barber, 10:30pm. Mountain View Community 9am at Capozzi's NY Deli, 4285 Roswell American Association of university 770-977-2383. Center, 3400 Sandy Plains Road, Road (next to Michaels). Free. More info: Women (AAuW) of Cobb County. Second Wednesday of the month. 7pm. East Chess Club. Thursdays 6:30-10pm. Kid Marietta. More info: Margaret, 770-751- Tim Langley, 770-289-9711. Cobb Government Center, 4400 Lower Chess, 2501 East Piedmont Road, Suite 7210 or www.dudesndarlins.com. East Cobb Optimist Club. Every Friday. Roswell Road. No meetings in July & 160. More info: 770-575-5802 or www. . East Cobb AARP First Thursday of 7am, Café de Paris, 1100 Johnson Ferry August. More info: Sylvia Goodyear, 770- KidChess.com. the month. 1:30pm, East Cobb Senior Road NE, Marietta. More info: 770-575- 594-9901. Center, 3332 Sandy Plains Road. More 1676. Children of The American Revolution American Needlepoint Guild. Second (C.A.R.). Now forming a new Society info: Martha Boyce, 678-290-9895. East Cobb PowerCore Team. A business Tuesday of the month, 6:45pm. Cobb serving the East Cobb, Vinings, Sandy East Cobb Bass Club. Visitors, boaters referral network. Every Thursday. 7- Public Library, Mountain View Branch, Springs, Buckhead, Roswell and all of and non-boaters are welcome. 7pm. First , 8:30am. IHOP 3130 Johnson Ferry 3320 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta. More Cobb communities. All children ages 1- Tuesday of each month. Free admission. Road, Marietta. More info: Amy Caplan, info: 770-394-0065. 18 invited. More info: B. Schilling, 770- Attendees pay for dinner. The Rib Ranch, 404-572-1278. 643-1010. 2063 Canton Road. More info: 770-364- Anne Hathaway Garden Club. Third East Cobb Rotary Club. Every Wednesday of each month (except July Cobb County Democratic Committee. 3036. Wednesday. 7am. Indian Hills Country and August). Marietta Educational Monthly Breakfast. 2nd Saturday each East Cobb Business Association. Club, 4001 Clubland Drive, Marietta. Garden Center, 505 Kennesaw Avenue month. 9am. Piccadilly Caféteria, 536 Luncheon and Featured Speaker. Third More info: 770-789-0623. NW, Marietta. More info: Charlene Cobb Parkway SE, Marietta. More info: Tuesday each month. 11:30am-1pm. Robinson, 770-971-7786. 770-420-7133 or www.eastcobbdems. Hollycrest Hall, 2235 Sewell Mill Road, East Cobb ViPs. A community group for com. Marietta. More info: Susan Hampton, seniors. Fourth Monday of the month Atlanta World War ii Roundtable. Third (except in May). 6pm. East Cobb United Thursday (Sept-June) of the month, Cobb County Gem & Mineral Society. 404.553.2200 or www.eastcobbba.com. Methodist Church, 2325 Roswell Road. 11:30am, Petite Auberge Restaurant, Second Tuesday of the month. 7:30pm. East Cobb Civic Association. Last More info: 770-971-3643. North Druid Hills Road @ LaVista Road, East Cobb Government Service Center, Wednesday of the month. 7pm. East Atlanta. More info: 770-928-4579, or 4400 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta. Cobb Government Service Center, 4400 East Cobb Woodcarvers Club. Each email@example.com. More info: Mary Ingram, 770-427-1108, Lower Roswell Road, Marietta. More Thursday. 9-11am. East Cobb Senior or Leo or Edna Morris, 770-445-9274. info: Mark McClellan, 404-376-9165. Center, 3332 Sandy Plains Road, "Aware & Conscious Birds" Marietta. More info: 770-645-0817. Book Club. Mondays 7-8:30pm. Cobb County Genealogical Society. 4th East Cobb Civitans. Second & fourth Bikram Yoga Marietta, 80 Powers Tuesday, 7pm, Cobb County Central Thursday of the month. 12-1pm, Parc at Georgia Perennial Plant Association. 3rd Ferry Road, Marietta. More info: Library, 266 Roswell Street, Marietta. Piedmont, 999 Hood Road. More Info: Tuesday of the month. 7:30pm, Atlanta firstname.lastname@example.com or Mary Karras, 770-423-2265. History Center, McElreath Hall. More info: Preschool_KE_Ad_ECbr_HI6.pdf Cobb County Republican Women. Fourth 1 11/20/09 11:41 AM www.georgiaperennial.org. http://consciousness.meetup.com/203. Friday of the month. 11:30am. Hilton East Cobb Community Friends for Big Chicken Chorus. Every Monday Atlanta/Marietta Conference Center, 500 Children's Healthcare of Atlanta. Third Georgia Vietnam Veterans Alliance. Third evening. 7:00pm at John Knox Powder Springs Street. More info: 770- Tuesday of the month. 7:30pm. Meetings Thursday of the month. Social hour: Presbyterian Church, 505 Powers Ferry 785-2522 or www.ccrwc.org. 6pm. Meeting: 7pm. American Legion Move and Grow With Us! are in members' homes and vary each Rd. Award winning 50 voice, male, 4 month. We work to benefit CHOA with Post, 921 Gresham Road, Marietta. part harmony a cappella harmony chorus. Cobb Marietta Retired Educators More info: Bill Kalish, 770-298-9966. Association. Last Wednesday of the fund raisers and service projects. More More info: Frank, 770-587-1264 or info: Suzanne Strickland, 770-992-2882, month. 11:45am. Reservations Golden "K" Kiwanis Club. Every www.bigchickenchorus.org. or Diane Ellwanger, 770-579-9510. required. Windy Hill Senior Center, 1885 Thursday morning. 10am, East Cobb The MJCCA's Sunshine School is Moving to Temple Kol Emeth Bridge Club. Four free lessons; $5 thereafter. Thursdays 7:30pm and Smyrna-Roswell Road, Smyrna. More info/Reservations: 770-422-9871. East Cobb Democratic Alliance. Third Thursday of the month. 6-8:30pm. Senior Center, 3332 Sandy Plains Road. More info: Bill Vermeer, 770-971-6579. Sundays 2pm. Singles are welcome. Spaghetti Warehouse, 2475 Delk Road, Cobb Regional Republican Women. Happy Tails Pet Therapy. Orientation for 1809 Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: Marietta. More info: Tom Barksdale, Third Thursday, every other month. prospective members first Thursday or 770-973-7717. 770-715-1218. 6:30pm. InfoMart, 1582 Terrell Mill Saturday of the month. 10:30-11:30am. Business Breakfast Networking of East Road, Marietta. More info: Sandra We're moving to Temple Kol Emeth in East Cobb Mt. Bethel Christian Academy, 4385 East Cobb Kiwanis Club. Every Cobb. Professional Referral Networking. Thompson, 770-578-6646. Wednesday with 7pm, Scalini's beginning evening.the 2010 - 11 school year. Road, Building F, Room Lower Roswell Second Tuesday each month. 8:15- F001, Marietta. Check dates: 770-740- 9:30am at C'est Moi/The Paris Cafe, Colored Pencil Society of America. program Here, you'll find our same exceptionalor www.happytailspets.org. Restaurant, 1205 Johnson Ferry Road, 8211 Marietta. More info: Johnny Johnson, 1100 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta, GA Atlanta District Chapter 107. First at a new, more convenient location. 770-977-2026. Monday of the month. 7pm. North international Association of 30068. More info: Ellen Kelly, 404-713- DeKalb Cultural Center, 5339 Chamblee- Administrative Professionals (iAAP)- 2830 or firstname.lastname@example.com. Dunwoody Road, Room 2 (second floor the Cobb lions Club. Second & you'll AtEast MJCCA Sunshine School, fourth find: Cobb County Chapter. 4th Monday of Tuesday of the month. 7pm, East Side in the back), More info: Nancy Guerine, Baptist Church, 2450 Lower Roswell the month. 6:15pm. Meeting & Dinner. 678-354-3590. Road, Marietta. More info: Don Garrow, Windy Hill - Marriott Hotel, Marietta. 770-955-6914. Info: Oleta Herron, 770-661-2876. Conversations with a Purpose, weekly discussions on purposeful conscious East Cobb Moms. Meeting times and living. Periodic movies with inspirational locations vary each week - several messages followed by a discussion. activities every week. Support group for Thursday nights, 7pm. $10. The Center stay-at-home moms and their kids. More for Awareness, 1240 Johnson Ferry info: www.eastcobbmoms.com. Place, Suite B-10, Marietta. More info: 770-565-6111 or www.lainaorlando.com atlantajcc.org Dad 2 Dad. A stay-at-home dads group. Every Tuesday and Thursday. 10:30am. Various locations. More info: Richard CAMPS & PRESCHOOL REGISTRATION DAY Collins, 770-579-5445. SUNDAY, JANUARY 10, 9 AM - NOON Danc'n Singles. A square dance club, 1st and 3rd Saturday, 8-10:30am, FOP Lodge, 2350 Austell Road, Marietta. Three Convenient Locations: More info: 770-943-6979. 54 December 2009 EAST COBBER www.eastcobber.com Jewish War Veterans, Bicentennial Post 976. Third Sunday of the month. 11am, Newcomers Club of Cobb County. Third Tuesday each month. 10am. Various CluB CAlENDAR Marriott Hotel, Perimeter Center. More social activities throughout the month info: Fran Jacobson, 770-436-7456. for those new to Cobb County or just looking for new friends and activities. Song of Atlanta Show Chorus. Every Sons of the American Revolution, Job Seekers Cobb County Chapter. John Knox Presbyterian Church, Tuesday evening. Women's four-part Captain John Collins Chapter. Third Business professionals volunteer to help 505 Powers FerryRoad, Marietta. harmony chorus, 7:30pm, St. John United Tuesday of the month. 6:30pm, the unemployed. Speakers, networking, More info: 770-234-5068 or email Methodist Church, 550 Mount Paran Road Locations vary. More info: Larry Guzy, job leads, workshops. 7-9am. Tuesdays, email@example.com. NW, Atlanta. Visitors welcome. More info: 770-955-1303. followed by networking 9-10am. Varsity, www.songofatlanta.com or 770-509- 2790 Town Center Drive, Kennesaw. North Atlanta Business Association. Southeastern GTO Association. Second 0322. Free. More info: 770-420-9808, ext. 470. Every Thursday, 11:45am-1:30pm, Saturday each month. Times vary. For Piccadilly Cafe, Cobb Parkway. More info: Sons of the American Revolution, GTO, Lemans, and any other Pontiac Kiwanis Club - Town Center. Every Vic Anapolle, 770-971-3402. Piedmont Chapter. Third Saturday each muscle car enthusiasts! More info: www. Wednesday, 12:30pm, meet at month. 8 am, for breakfast. Men and segtoa.org. Copeland's Restaurant, Barrett Pkwy. North Metro Mothers of Multiples Club. boys who are interested in documenting More info: Stephanie Walker, 770-912- Third Monday of the month. 7:15pm, Sprayberry Area Business Network. their relationship to their ancestors and 9632. Harp Irish Pub, 1425 Market Blvd, Open networking. Every 4th Thursday. in joining an active group with similar Roswell. More info: 678-445-0017 or 8am. Location varies. More info: Christi libertarian Party of Cobb County. First interests. Holiday Inn Hotel, 909 www.northmetromultiples.org. Trombetti, 404-247-8844. Thursday of the month. 7:30pm. Council Holcomb Bridge Road, Roswell. More chamber at Marietta City Hall. More info: Northeast Cobb Business Association. info: Bob Sapp, 770-971-0189 or www. 678-279-3670. Luncheon meeting third Wednesday piedmontsar.com. Marietta Kiwanis Club. Every Thursday. of each month. 11:30am-1pm. $15. Sope Creek Garden Club. First Wednesday Club Room Available Piedmont Church, 570 Piedmont Road, 12noon, Marietta Conference Center, 500 Powder Springs Street, Marietta. More Marietta. More info: www.cantonroadba. of the month (Sept-June), 10am, Locations vary. More info: Karin Guzy, for qualified group org. info: Bill Sidner, 770-579-4094. 770-955-1303. meetings. Order Sons of italy in America Marietta Marietta lions Club. Second Thursday lodge #2607. General membership 2-80 people. of the month, 7pm, Marietta Conference Center, 500 Powder Springs Road, meeting second Monday each month. Savannah Court Pot Luck Dinner (except June, July, Marietta. More info: 770-565-8230. August-dessert and fruit). 7-9pm. East Assisted Living, Cobb Government Service Center, 4400 Marietta PFlAG. Fourth Sunday each month. 1-3pm. Newcomers are welcome. Lower Roswell Road, Marietta. More 886 Johnson Ferry Pilgrimage United Church of Christ, 3755 info: 770-928-9314 or degrillmouse@ Road, Marietta. Call Sandy Plains Road, Marietta. More info: comcast.net. firstname.lastname@example.com. for information and Parents Without Partners. Meeting times Marietta Rotary Club. Every Wednesday. vary. More info: Angela Dixon, 404-422- availability: 12noon, Marietta Conference Center, 500 0768 or pwpchapter698.org. Powder Springs Street, Marietta. More info: Adele Grubbs, 770-424-8212 or www.mariettarotary.org. Peach State Depression Glass Collectors Club. 2nd Tuesday of the month. 7pm, 770-977-4420 East Marietta Library, 2051 Lower MOMS Club of Marietta Central. Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: 770- Second Thursday of the month. 10am. 368-9790. Merchants Walk Library, 1315 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta. More info: email@example.com. Polk Street Speakers Toastmasters. First & Third Tuesday of the month, 7:30- SERVING EAST COBB & NORTH FULTON FOR 35 YEARS 9:00pm, St. James Episcopal Church, MOMS Club of Marietta North. 1st 161 Church Street, Marietta. More info: Wednesday of the month. 10am, Mtn. www.polkstreetspeakers.org. View Library, 3320 Sandy Plains Road. President's Toastmasters Club. First, More info: Marion Hegedes, 678-494- third and fifth Wednesday of each 8887. month. Improve your speaking skills and MOMS Club of Marietta Northeast. 1st Monday of the month. 10:30am, Hope Presbyterian Church, 4101 Sandy Plains build confidence. Free. 7:00-9:00pm. East Cobb Government Service Center, 4400 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta. Bet you didn't know... Road. More info: Wendy Diaz, 770-509- More info: Lisa Goodman, lisagood1@ E "W FIX ANYTHING" 1069. earthlink.net or www.presidentstm.org. JEWELRY REPAIR • SILVER REPAIR Moms in Touch. East Side Elementary. Every Monday 10:00am. Meeting Retired Military Association of North Georgia. Monthly meeting. 2pm. East SILVER RE-PLATIING • ENGRAVING location available on request. More info: Cobb Senior Center, 3332 Sandy Plains WATCH REPAIR • CRYSTAL STEMWARE REPAIR Road, Marietta. More info: 770-971- Movita Stallworth, 770-321-1783, or firstname.lastname@example.com. 2963. 4400 Roswell Road Suite 136 • Marietta, GA 30062 (in LA Fitness Shopping Center between Hancock Fabrics and Great Clips) Moms in Touch. www.momsintouch. SACS (Singles and Couples Social org. Individual school groups meeting Events). Weekly dancing for singles on various days & times. Praying and encouraging our Cobb County teachers, and couples. No membership fees, just friends making new friends. More info: 770-565-6558 staff and students. More info contact Nancy Kuhn, firstname.lastname@example.com www.adamarkjewelers.com Margie Crawford, mcraw10@bellsouth. 25 20 Shakespeare Reading Group. First & net. Mothers and More, East Cobb Chapter third Thursday of the month. 2-4 pm, 32 N. Fairground Street. More info: Lynne $ HALF $ #270. Tuesdays each month. 7:30- Johnson, 770-591-3474. OFF OFF 9:30pm. St. Catherine's Episcopal Church, 571 Holt Road, Marietta. 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YWCA of Northwest Georgia, 48 Covenant Presbyterian Church, 2281 Church, 4225 Sandy Plains Road, Pilgrimage United Church of Christ, Henderson Street, Marietta. More info: Canton Road, Marietta. More info: Marietta. More info: 770-578-6368. 3755 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta. 770-427-2902. 770-973-5347. More info: 770-423-5959. Compassionate Friends for grieving St. Andrew uMC Sisters of Support Al-Anon. For family and friends of parents, grandparents, and siblings. Marietta Moms. For all kinds of moms - (SOS) Breast Cancer Support Group. alcoholics and other substance abusers. First Tuesday of the month, 7 pm, new to the area, looking for new friends, Ongoing support and comfort for breast Thursdays. 7:30-8:30pm. Johnson First Baptist Church, 148 Church or just needing support. Daily events cancer survivors and patients undergoing Ferry Baptist Church, 955 Johnson Street, Marietta. More info: Kathy for babies, toddlers and older kids. More treatment. Programs, speakers, art Ferry Road, Marietta. More info: 770- Kelcourse, 770-579-3512 or 404-539- info: 770-956-0318 or 678-357- therapy and fellowship. Childcare upon 794-2978. 4287 email: firstname.lastname@example.com or 3661 or www.mariettamoms.com request. First and third Thursday of firstname.lastname@example.com each month. 7pm. St. Andrew United Alzheimer's Support Group. 2nd Mothers Circle Group. Are you a mother Thursday of the Month. 7:30 pm, Depression Support Group. For those Methodist Church, Building B Community raising Jewish children but you are not Room, 3455 Canton Road, Marietta. Sunrise Assisted Living, 1551 Johnson who suffer from depression and the Jewish? Free education and support Ferry Road. More info: Earnestine people who love them. First and 3rd More info: Sandy Klingler, 770-926- through a 16 week course. Groups are 3488. Reese, 770-509-0919. Thursday of the month. 7-8:30pm. held in Marietta, Intown and North Johnson Ferry Baptist Church, 955 Fulton. 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A support for social, practical support and new and learn childcare skills. Center for group for those who suffer from the friendships during this time of adjustment. Bereavement Support. 1st and 3rd Family Resources, 995 Roswell Street, need to compulsively overeat. Monday- 1st & 3rd Wednesday of the month. Wednesday, 5pm. Counseling Room in Marietta. More info: 770-427-3390. Wednesday-Friday. 10am. St. Ann's 6pm. St Ann's La Salette Hall, 4905 Parish Office. St. Ann's Catholic Church, Catholic Church, 4905 Roswell Road, Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: 770- 4905 Roswell Road, Marietta. More Families of Children under Stress Marietta. More info: Betsy: 404-226- 552-6400, ext. 6019 or 770-977-8438. info: 770-552-6400 ext. 6020. (FOCuS). 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Owned and Operated by NRT LLC ''I'm helping hearts.'' take care of their others "I was exercising and when my heart rate rose, my jaw went numb and I had some shortness of breath. I called my doctor and saw him the next day. After just a few minutes, he sent me to WellStar Cardiovascular Medicine. It was a huge shock to find that I needed a quintuple bypass. But Dr. Cooper and the whole cardiology team really listened and took care of me. "This was a life-changing experience. I've just become chair of the WellStar Foundation's Cardiac Community Council. It's important to me to give back and help raise money and awareness for the people that gave me my health, and my peace of mind." If you have heart, you can do just about anything. Living well takes planning. It takes perseverance. And most of all, it takes heart. That's why, every day, across five counties and five hospitals, WellStar is helping people like Tony with a world-class cardiac network. From prevention to catheterization and open-heart surgery to rehabilitation, we put our whole hearts into taking care of yours. wellstar.org/heart 770-956-STAR WellStar Cardiac Network includes: WellStar Cardiovascular Medicine Cardiac Anesthesia WellStar Cobb Hospital * Vascular Surgery WellStar Douglas Hospital * Cardiac Rehabilitation WellStar Kennestone Hospital * Cardiac Wellness WellStar Paulding Hospital Cardiac Patient Support WellStar Windy Hill Hospital Cardiovascular Imaging Cardiac Surgery WellStar Physicians Group Tony Britton * Accredited Chest Pain Center
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