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As I reflect on some of the difficult economic conditions many people have encountered over the last several months, it makes me think about the fact that there will be times in all of our lives that we will be faced with conditions that force us to realize what is most important. For some, it may be economically tough times such as these. For others, it may be an emotionally challenging situation such as a divorce or losing a job. Whatever the case, it becomes quite clear that what is most important has nothing to do with having a lot of material possessionst or prestige. It is times like these that cause us to re-focus on the people in our lives and the little, everyday things that make our lives special. This issue features information that other media often overlooks-Terrific Teens (see page 14), local resources to help unemployed East Cobbers locate jobs (see page 12) and the special events sponsored by grass-roots groups (see pages 18-23). I believe these “everyday” items and all of our editorial reflect the special connections and meaning we are in need of so desperately these days. Last month, I participated in the Cobb Chamber of Commerce’s Principal for a Day program. Stepping out of my work routine, I had the privilege to shadow Dr Becci Rutledge, principal of Tritt Elementary School. Dr. Rutledge gave me a behind-the-scenes look at how her school runs so smoothly while incorporating innovative ideas like the school’s daily morning news show, and ensuring s Cynthia Rozzo, EAST COBBER publisher, with Dr. Becci Rutledge, excellence in her school’s teaching staff. Tritt Elementary’s principal. I asked lots of questions, from the budget to student testing, from playground equipment to discipline, from teaching methods to subject matter expectations…the principal’s office was all mine! Principal for a Day helped me better understand and appreciate the important job of principals. After all, quality education and the future of our children are truly important in good times, and especially now in these challenging times. May your lives be filled with the things that matter most.
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On this month’s front cover Dr. Charlotte Stowers, who was named 2008 East Cobb Citizen of the Year. The Cobb Chamber of Commerce presented Charlotte Stowers with the 2008 East Cobb Citizen of the Year award at the East Cobb Area Council breakfast meeting last fall. Stowers has been devoted to the children of East Cobb for over 28 years as a teacher and an administrator. Stowers is best known as the principal of Pope High School from 2000-2008. She has been active in volunteering for civic and community organizations including the Cobb Chamber’s Board of Directors, leadership Cobb Alumni Association (lCAA), Cobb Commission on Children and Youth, and u.S. Senator Johnny isakson’s Military Academy Selection Board. She has enjoyed getting to “know all the committed people in East Cobb who work to make the lives of children better.” Charlotte is married to her husband of 40 years, Sonny, and has two grown children, MeMe, 38 and Christopher,34. in her spare time she likes to walk, read and dance.
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For TOPSoccer players, families and volunteers, Sunday afternoons at Metro North Park are often the highlight of their week. TOPSoccer is a national soccer program for players with cognitive, emotional or physical disabilities. It is designed to bring the opportunity of learning and playing soccer to boys and girls, ages 8 to 19, who have a mental or physical disability. The North Atlanta Soccer Association’s (NASA) TOPSoccer Program was developed and implemented for the purpose of providing special needs athletes with a fun and safe soccer environment, focusing on the player’s abilities, not his/her disability. In 1999 Andy Walker, the executive director of what was then the Metro North Youth Soccer Association, had the vision to bring this program to the Metro North soccer complex on Paper Mill Road. TOPSoccer quickly assumed a central role in what is now the North Atlanta Soccer Association (NASA). In 2002, through local donations and the generous
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Thank You, teachers and principals! On February 3, the Eastern Cobb County Council (ECCC) of PTAs held their annual Teacher of the Year and Principal Recognition brunch at Piedmont Baptist Church. Hosted by PTA members of the Lassiter/Kell cluster schools, approximately 180 guests enjoyed a catered brunch. Cathy Henson, a past president of the Georgia PTA and a founder of the nonprofit organization, the Georgia School Council Institute (www.GeorgiaEducation.org), was the featured speaker.
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(Top Row, l-r): John Crooks, Cobb County School Board-Post 6; Patty Yohn, 9th District PTA Director; Marlene Henderson, 9th District PTA Secretary; (Bottom Row (l-r): David Banks Cobb County School Board-Post 5; Cynthia Rozzo, Publisher, EAST COBBER, Fred Sanderson, Cobb County School Superintendent; and, Karen Hallacy, East Cobb resident and Georgia PTA legislative Chair.
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By Abby Shiffman, Eastern Cobb County Council PTA Legislation & Advocacy Chair Georgia PTA Legislation Committee Member
The Georgia State Legislature came out with their new schedule. They will meet Tuesday through Thursday ending day 35 on March 25th. Then they will recess until June 22nd to see what the economy does and what benefits Georgians will receive from the economic stimulus package that will come out of Washington, DC. During the first week of February a universal Voucher Bill, SB 90, was introduced. If passed this will allow any child currently enrolled in public schools to get a voucher to any public (within the district or in another district) or private school if: 1)The school accepts the student; 2) Parents agree to provide transportation for the student; and 3) Parent and student agree to abide by the rules and policies of the new school. While GA PTA supports school choice, we oppose this legislation (SB 90). In a time where every dollar counts, where every program and department is being scrutinized to make sure public taxpayer dollars are being spent effectively, how can the State government use public tax dollars to write a blank check to a private institution with no accountability of those tax dollars? • Private institutions don’t need to hire certified teachers. The teachers don’t have to be certified in the subject material being taught; they don’t have to be certified to teach; they don’t even need to have a college education. • Private institutions are not required to teach a curriculum that prepares the student for the 21st century in a global economy or test them on that curriculum. • Private schools don’t have to show that a student has learned anything since there is no requirement to test a child and show any level of knowledge or gain in knowledge. The bottom line is there is no fiscal or academic accountability attached to these taxpayer funded vouchers. Tell your legislators NO to SB 90! Georgia PTA’s 2009 Legislative Priorities are as follows: • Support public K-12 schools with adequate state funding, reflective of the actual costs of providing the state defined services. Support equitable distribution of state funding to K-12 schools, currently calculated on property tax wealth in each school system. • Support using public funds for public schools only. Oppose any effort to use public funding for private or sectarian schools. • Support efforts to increase the graduation rate in Georgia through mandatory attendance until graduation or age 18, support early identification of potential dropouts, support improved instructional programs for at-risk students, support expanded counseling and guidance services, support job placement and work experience programs, support immediate follow-up of why individual students drop out. • Support using multiple criteria to determine promotion and retention, and not rely upon the results of a single test score. • Support policies that increase meaningful parental involvement in decisions regarding school policies, curriculum, and academic growth for children, and increase opportunities for the development of parenting skills and school support. • Support the right of local boards of education to manage and control local public schools as they seek to improve the quality of education for all students and are sensitive to differences in educational needs in their respective communities. • Support the local property tax and the educational SPLOST sources of tax revenues for local school district spending priorities. Feel free to contact me if you have any questions: Abby Shiffman, abster@mindspring.com, Eastern Cobb County Council PTA Legislation Chair, Georgia PTA Legislative Committee Member. Abby Shiffman is the Eastern Cobb County Council PTA Legislative Chair, Sedalia Park Elementary School Legislative Chair, and Georgia PTA Legislative Committee Member. Abby and her husband, Ken, are the proud parents of Rachel and Aaron. They have lived in East Cobb County for the past 14-1/2 years. She is also a Board Member of the East Cobb Civic Association.
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Bills Considered by the Georgia State legislature
Here’s a short overview of some legislation pending or expected to be filed during the 2009 session of the Georgia General Assembly: • House Bill (HB) 39 Cigarette tax increase of $1 per pack
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• HB 233 Bill to halt increases in property-tax assessments for the next two years • HB 277 House bill to levy a 1 percent sales tax statewide for specified transportation projects over 10 years • Senate Bill (SB) 31 Allowing the Georgia Power Co. to charge customers the financing costs of nuclear plants before they begin operation • SB 39 Constitutional amendment to allow counties to levy a 1 percent sales tax for transportation for projects of their choice • SB 83 Allowing voters to decide to double the statewide homestead property tax exemption for residences from $2,000 to $4,000 • SB 101 Gov. Perdue’s proposal to exempt the makers of drugs and medical devices from product liability suits • SB 108 Gov. Perdue’s tort-reform bill to charge attorney fees to plaintiffs when a judge grants a defendant’s motion to dismiss. To review the full text of legislation or to check the status of bills, go to: http://www.legis.state.ga.us.
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With unemployment soaring, the EAST COBBER has compiled a list of job search resources and events in the East Cobb area. These groups provide support and expertise in assisting the job seeker with resume writing, interviewing skills, networking, and job leads. Many meet at or are sponsored by a church, but all job seekers are welcome. Often a contact with the groups listed below (or their websites) will lead you to other groups that are geographically convenient to you. Catholic Church of St. Ann 4905 Roswell Road, Marietta 30062 770-552-6400, ext. 6104 > Career Quest Every Tuesday, 6:45pm Congregation Etz Chaim 1190 Indian Hills Parkway, Marietta, GA 30068 > Oh No! I just lost my job, Now What? Presentation by Andrea Rosenthal of Career Solutions March 24: 7:30 pm -9pm RSVP: 404-403-0329 JobSeeker Group Every Tuesday, 7-10am The Varsity, 2790 Town Center Drive NW, Kennesaw www.jobseekers.org or jobseekers@bellsouth.net Johnson Ferry Baptist Church 955 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta 30068 770-565-0854, ext 3015, or crossroads@jfbc.org > Monthly Networking Meeting 1st Mondays (March 2nd, April 6th, May 4th), 7-9pm > Evening with Career and Work Expert/Author Peter Bourke March 10: 7-9 pm, at The Pavilion, Fountains at Olde Town Shopping Center, 736 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta. RSVP 770-795-3247 > CE Crash Course March 26, 6-9pm & March 28, 8am-5pm > “Maximizing Your Career In Turbulent Times” (7-week Career Explorers Course) Thursday evenings, 6:30-9pm (May 7- June 18) Episcopal Church of St. Peter and St. Paul 1795 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta 30062 770-354-1530 (Gene Caudle) > Job Seekers Every 2nd and 4th Thursday, 7-9pm Eastminster Presbyterian Church 3125 Sewell Mill Road, Marietta 30062 770-516-1113 (Mike Moran) > Job Seekers Every 1st and 3rd Saturday, 8am Mt. Bethel united Methodist Church 4385 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta, GA 30062 770-971-2880 (Kibbie Jones) > Job Ministry Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday, 7-9pm starting March 10. There is no cost to attend, but we ask you to please register so we’ll know how many are coming. Roswell united Methodist Church 814 Mimosa Boulevard, Roswell 30075 770-993-6218 > Crossroads Career Network Every 2nd and 4th Monday, 6pm Transfiguration Catholic Church 1815 Blackwell Road, Marietta 30066 770-977-1442 > Career Care Every Monday, 7:30pm
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Two East Cobb young ladies were among winners in the 18th annual Little Miss Cobb County Pageant held at Southern Tech in Marietta on February 7. Junior Miss Cobb County, Sara laChapelle, 15, is the daughter of Robert and Laura LaChapelle of Marietta. She is a sophomore at Lassiter High School, where she is a competition cheerleader, member of student council, honor student and placed in the top five in the Miss Odyssey Pageant. Teen Miss Cobb County, Stephanie Burkholder, 17, is the daughter of Susan Jenkins and Steve Burkholder of Marietta. She is a senior at Walton High School where she is the reigning Miss Raider, Beta Club officer, volunteer for the Walton Facilities Foundation, member of Spanish Honors Society and participates in cross country. Beth Curtin, an eighthgrade student at Dodgen Middle School, won the Cobb County Spelling Bee on January 24. Fourth- through eighth-grade students from 82 schools in Cobb participated in the Cobb School District’s spelling bee at Kennesaw Mountain High School. All the students were first- and s Beth Curtin second-place finishers at their respective school’s spelling bees. The Cobb County Association of Educators sponsored the competition. Beth is the daughter of Lisa and Larry Curtin.
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Blake Cooper Productions and Mt. Bethel Playbill Players Present Seussical, Jr.
Blake Cooper Productions announces the spring production of Seussical, Jr. for Mt. Bethel’s Playbill Players. Seussical, Jr. is a whimsical, fun-filled, whacky musical based on the beloved works of children’s author, Theodore Geisel, better known as Dr. Seuss. This show will delight and entertain audiences of all ages. Based upon the overwhelming popularity of previous productions by s Blake Cooper Blake Cooper Productions in the East Cobb area, Seussical, Jr. will be performed four times at Pope High School in Cobb County the weekend of March 27- 29. The show times include two evening performances on Friday, March 27, and Saturday, March 28, both at 7:30 p.m. and two matinee shows on Saturday, March 28, at 2 p.m. and Sunday, March 29, at 3 p.m. Blake Cooper is the “Staff Person of the Year” at Mt. Bethel Elementary School. Mr. Cooper has been teaching drama as an enrichment class for six years at Mt. Bethel Elementary, a Platinum Award for Education school. The drama enrichment classes are sponsored through the non-profit Mt. Bethel Foundation. Theatre was an integral part of Mr. Cooper’s school life growing up on the stage starting at age 4 through his selection into a Performing Arts High school. Seussical, Jr. is the fourteenth show he has produced. Blake Cooper formed his production company, Blake Cooper Productions, in 2006 and it has become the central force for after-school drama productions and summer camps in East Cobb, not only for Mt. Bethel Elementary and Timber Ridge Elementary but also for Sope Creek and Murdock elementary schools. The Mt. Bethel 4th and 5th grade Playbill Players have been rehearsing since December for Seussical, Jr. The cast includes 50 students, most who have had the weekly experience of drama classes for the past 6 years with Mr. Cooper. His love for the performing arts is contagious and helps build confidence with every student resulting in many current and former students seeking the spotlight throughout the Atlanta area and the region. “Blake’s productions are larger than what the elementary school can accommodate. He makes it a top production sparing no expense, making it top quality with a real stage offering the ability for full lighting and sound system, ” states Robin Lattizori, Mt. Bethel’s principal. Mrs. Robin Lattizori, Mt. Bethel Elementary’s principal says, “We are the only elementary school in Cobb County with a drama instruction as enrichment during the school day. Drama is not part of the elementary curriculum, which makes Mt. Bethel unique. Blake’s goal is to make every student feel comfortable performing whether on the stage or presenting an oral report in the classroom. He has a natural gift for teaching.” In addition to his enrichment classes and productions at Mt. Bethel, Blake is also responsible for the Mt. Bethel A.M.-the morning daily news show, the Talent Show and co-chairs Relay for Life. Tickets for Seussical, Jr. are $8 and can be purchased or reserved at www.tickets@BCProd.org. Additional information on Seussical, Jr. is available on the website for Blake Cooper Productions: www.BCProd.org.
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March 3, 6, 8 il Trovatore. The Atlanta Opera’s first offering of 2009, featuring the famous “Anvil Chorus”. March 3: 7:30pm. March 6: 8pm. March 8: 3pm. $27.50-$133.50. Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, 280 Galleria Parkway, Atlanta. More info: 770-916-2800 or www.atlantaopera. org. March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 Ask the Experts! A free informative opportunity to hear those in the aging industry share their knowledge on how to “age well.” Every Tuesday in March. 1pm. Mt. Bethel Chapel, 4385 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: 770-579-9224. March 4, 11, 18, 25, April 1, 8 Powerful Tools for Caregivers, a 6-week educational program designed to help family caregivers take care of themselves while caring for an older relative or friend who lives at home, in a nursing home, or across the country. 12-2:30pm. Suggested donation: $25 for cost of the book but not required to attend. Limited class size. Registration required. Mt. Bethel Older Adult Center, 4608 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: 770-579-9224. March 6-8 Cobb County library Book Sale. Hardbacks, paperbacks, DVDs, CDs, reference books and magazines will be on sale. Friday-Saturday: 9am-5pm. Sunday: 1-5pm. Proceeds from the sale go towards purchasing new materials for the Cobb County Library System. Jim R. Miller Park, 2245 Callaway Road SW, Marietta. More info: 770-528-2342. Jazz on Tap hosted by DanceFest and Dancentre South will showcase 800 dancers in 4 performances. March 6: 7:30pm. March 7: 2 & 7pm. March 8: 2pm. $15/ adults. $10/students. Master teachers from throughout the u.S. will offer workshop classes March 7 & 8. $17. Joe Mack Wilson Student Center, Southern Polytechnic State university, 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta. More info: Marcus Alford, 770-516-7229 or www.dancefestinc.com. March 6-22 The it Girl, a lighthearted flapper musical tribute to silent movies and Clara Bow that reinvents her film about a sassy department store salesclerk who wins an advertising contest to find the girl with the elusive, thrilling quality known as “It.” Performed by the Atlanta Lyric Theatre. The Strand Theatre, 117 N. Park Square, Marietta. More info: 404-377-9948 or www.atlantalyrictheatre.com. March 7 The College Expo sponsored by the National College Resource Foundation. Meet representatives from colleges nationwide, Army, Navy. Workshops, seminars, college related vendors, entertainment. 9am-6pm. $10/at door. $8/Paypal. Cobb Galleria Centre, Two Galleria Parkway, Atlanta. More info: 1-877-427-4100 or www.thecollegeexpo.org.
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Martini Madness, annual silent auction and casino night benefiting the Congregation Etz Chaim Preschool and Religious School. 7:30-11pm. Individual tickets: $15 in advance, $18 at door. Couple tickets: $30 in advance, $36 at door. Congregation Etz Chaim, 1190 Indian Hills Parkway NE, Marietta. More info: Debbie Deutsch, 770-977-3384. Hungry Ear Coffee House Show featuring Cindy Craven, Ben Wakeman, “Allen, Vinton and Godfrey”, Chuck Henderson and Ron Hipp. 8pm. $5 donation requested. Refreshments available. BYOB. Amateur folk musicians welcome to perform. Northwest unitarian universalist Congregation, 1025 Mt. Vernon Highway, Sandy Springs. More info: Kevin, 770-973-7257 or www.nwuuc.org. Poetry in Song, a world premiere concert of works for mixed chorus composed and conducted by internationally renowned American composers Alice Parker and Jack M. Jarrett. Free. 8pm. Bobbie Bailey and Family Performance Center, Kennesaw State university, 1000 Chastain Road, Kennesaw. More info: www.mariettamasterchorale.org. Never Beat the Boss at Horseshoes, a discussion and book-signing by author Roy Lantz. 11am-3pm. A portion of proceds to benefit student activities at Sprayberry High School and J.J. Daniel Middle School. The Daily Grind Coffee House, 2595 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta. More info: 678-560-1082. 3rd Annual Teen Job Fair hosted by ECCC PTA. Over 75 companies represented either with online job application information, actual job applications, or personnel from local grocery chains, seasonal employers and retail stores will be on hand for interview opportunities. No resumes or reservations needed. 11am-1pm. Mountain View Community Center, 3400 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta. More info: jimpatgiul@aol.com. March 7-8 Dance Stop Mid Winter Concert. Saturday: 2pm & 7:30pm. Sunday: 3pm. $10. Jennie T. Anderson Theatre, Cobb Civic Center, 548 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta. More info: 770-578-0048. March 7 & 18 Madama Butterfly. Live performance by the Metropolitan Opera on March 7. 1pm. $22/Adults. $20/Seniors. $15/ Children. $18/Students. Taped Encore presentation on March 18. 7pm. $18/All seats. Merchants Walk Theatre, 1301 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta. More info: 678-5603280 or www.georgiatheatrecompany.com. March 7, 28-29 Thunder All-Stars Open Cheerleading Clinic and Spring Tryout. March 7: Try Out Clinic: 10am-3pm. March 2829: Open Tryouts: 9am-3pm. Ages 4-18, no experience necessary. Program promotes fitness, confidence, character and integrity. More info: 770-977-9797 or www. thunderallstars.com. March 11 Turtle Treats. Come explore the world of turtles – create your own turtle shell to wear, play turtle games and see what turtles and tortoises eat while you enjoy some healthy and tasty turtle treats. 9:45-11am. $15/members. $25/ non-members. Pre-registration required. Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell. More info: 770-992-2055, ext. 237 or www.chattnaturecenter.com. March 12-15 Alladin presented by the Curtain Call Youth Players. Romance, mystery, and more fun than a magic carpet ride – you’ll love all the colorful characters. Thursday-Friday: 7:30pm. Saturday: 2pm & 7:30pm. Sunday: 2pm & 6pm. $9/Adults. $7/Children. Black Box Theatre, The Art Place-Mountain View, 3330 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta. More info: 678-560-8001 or www.ccyp.org.
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March 13-14 The Who! See Michael Alexander and the Cobb Symphony Orchestra perform a complete set of works from The Who. Heart pounding, enthralling and just plain fun! 8pm. $15$50. Murray Arts Center, 2250 Stilesboro Road, NW, Kennesaw. More info: 770-429-7016 or www.cobbsymphony.org. Green with Envy Kids Consignment Sale. Sell your premium kids clothing, shop our private preview sale and make some extra money. On-site lead-testing machine for concerned parents. Free preview sale passes to first time moms/moms-to-be for 6:30pm, Thursday. Friday: 9am6pm. Saturday: 9am-1pm (most items 30% off). 2125 Roswell Road (in old Hollywood Video store), Marietta. More info: 404-808-1811, monica@greenwithenvykids. com, or www.greenwithenvykids.com. March 13-15 6th Annual BalletFest Atlanta. Performances: Saturday: 5pm & 8pm; Sunday: 2pm. $15/Adults. $10/Students. Workshops Friday-Sunday: $17/Class. Joe Mack Wilson Student Center Theatre, Southern Polytechnic State university, 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta. More info: www.dancefestinc.com. March 14 Sope Creek Fun Run. One mile run and 5K to benefit Sope Creek Elementary School. 5K: 9am. One mile run: 10am. $23/short sleeved shirt. $28/long sleeved shirt. Register in advance at www.active.com or at Sope Creek Elementary School, 3320 Paper Mill Road, Marietta. Race day registration starts at 7am. More info: 770-916-7085. Spring Sample Sale, a fundraising event for the Senior High Choir of Johnson Ferry Baptist Church. Apparel, accessories and gifts from 40 vendors. 9am-4pm. Johnson Ferry Baptist Church, 955 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta. More Info: 770-795-3224. 2nd Saturday Writers Workshop presented by the Georgia Writers Association and co-sponsored by the Siegel Institute for Leadership, Ethics, and Character. Sybil Baker, author of The Life Plan, will present a free reading at 12 noon. Workshop with John C. Castellano, entertainment attorney, follows. 12-2pm. $25/general public. $10/members & students. Building 55, Kennesaw Sate university, 1000 Chastain Road, Kennesaw. More info: www.georgiawriters.org. Celebrating History Through Her Story presented by the League of Women Voters Marietta-Cobb. This year’s focus will be on first elected women officials in Cobb. 10am12pm. Limited space. Free but registration required. Workforce Development and Conference Center, Chattahoochee Technical College, 980 South Cobb Drive, Marietta. More info: 770-423-3562. March 14-15 The Down The Street Bead Show. Exhibits and vendors. Beads, gemstones, crystals. $5. Saturday: 10am-6pm. Sunday: 10am-5pm. Cobb Galleria Centre, 2 Galleria Parkway, Atlanta. More info: 1-866-667-3232. March 14 & 21 You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown, a musical based on Charles M. Schultz’s popular comic strip “Peanuts”, performed by Atlanta Junior Lyric. 2pm. $30-$35. The Strand Theatre, 117 N. Park Square, Marietta. More info: 404-377-9948 or www.atlantalyrictheatre.com. March 15 Spring Carnival at the Weisberg Preschool featuring games, food, music, photos, fun science and a silent auction. Costumes welcomed and encouraged. 10am-2pm. Temple Kol Emeth, 1415 Old Canton Road, Marietta. More info: 770-973-3533. Georgia National Teenager Pageant sponsored by America’s National Teenager Scholarship Organization. 6pm. $10. Jennie T. Anderson Theater, Cobb Civic Center, 548 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta. More info: 404-3167336. March 17-22 SPAMAlOT, a Monty Python classic. Tuesday-Friday: 8pm. Saturday: 2pm & 8pm. Sunday: 1pm & 6:30pm. $116-$354. Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, 2800 Galleria Parkway, Atlanta. More info: 770-916-2800. March 19-21 Garage Sale presented by St. Ann’s Catholic Church Women’s Guild. Thursday-Friday: 9am-6pm. Saturday: 9am-1:30pm. Donations for the sale accepted March 14 (1-6pm), 15 (1-7pm) and 16 (9:30am-6pm). St. Ann’s Catholic Church, 4905 Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: 770-552-6400 or www.st-ann.org.
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March 20-21 Coppelia & Beauty and the Beast. A double bill extravaganza. The Academy Dance Company presents Coppelia, a delightful ballet for all ages, along with The British Academy of Performing Arts Musical Theatre’s version of Beauty and The Beast. $12/Adults. $10/Children. Friday: 7pm. Saturday: 2:30pm & 7:30pm. Joe Mack Wilson Theatre, Southern Polytechnic State university, 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta. More info: 770-578-8272 or www.bapa.us.com. Children’s Consignment Sale benefiting the Roswell united Methodist Church Preschool and Kindergarten. Friday: 9am-2pm (no strollers before noon). Saturday: 8am12pm (1/2 price on many items). Roswell united Methodist Church, 814 Mimosa Boulevard, Roswell. More info: 770-993-6218. March 20-22 31st Annual Spring Atlanta Home Show. This year’s theme is Making Your Home New Again. Exhibits from over 300 local home improvement companies and seminars on a variety of home remodeling topics, tips and advice on cooking, gardening, home repair, decorating, and recreation as well as activities for children and live cooking demonstrations. Friday-Saturday: 10am-8pm. Sunday: Noon-6pm. $10/adults. Free/ages 12 and under and 65 and older. Two day passes: $15. Cobb Galleria Centre, Two Galleria Parkway, Atlanta. More info: www.atlantahomeshow.com. Paper Mill Market Spring Event, a 3-day European-style market under a large tent with an eclectic array of rare finds – antiques, artwork, clothing, jewelry, gifts and food. $3. Admission fee benefits Camp Sunshine, a summer camp for children with cancer. Friday & Saturday: 10am-6pm. Sunday: 11am-5pm. Paper Mill Village, 177 Village Parkway, Marietta. More info: www.papermillmarket.com. March 20-22, 27-28 All i Really Need To Know i learned in Kindergarten, a musical by Robert Fulghum performed by Curtain Call Youth Players. Heartwarming, charming, funny and touching. March 20, 27 & 28: 8pm. March 21: 6:30pm (Dinner Theatre). March 22: 2pm. $10/Coffee & Dessert Performances. $25/Dinner Theatre. Black Box Theatre, The Art Place-Mountain View, 3330 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta. More info: 770-973-4566 or www.ccyp.org. March 20-22 Alice in Wonderland performed by the Ruth Mitchell Dance Theatre. Friday: 7:30pm. Saturday: 2pm & 7:30pm. Sunday: 2pm. $22-$24. Jennie T. Anderson Theatre, Cobb Civic Center, 548 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta. More info: 770-426-0007 or www.ruthmitchelldance.org. March 21 Rally Foundation Fundraiser in honor of Hailey Trainer. Yard sale, silent auction, bake sale, play activities. Open to the community to sell, donate, and attend. Proceeds will go to Rally Foundation for childhood cancer research. 8am-2pm. East Cobb Church of Christ, 5240 Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: erinbankston@yahoo.com. Spring STARlAB. Learn about the stars, constellations and planets in the spring night sky in a giant, inflatable planetarium. 10-11am. Ages 5-adult. $5/adults. $4/seniors. $2/children 3-12. Free for members. Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell. More info: 770-992-2055 or www.chattnaturecenter.com. Kennehoochee Radio Club Hamfest. 8am-5pm. $5/ adults (13+). Jim R. Miller Park, 2245 Callaway Road, Marietta. More info: 404-314-7741. 17th Annual Walton Band Garage Sale. 250+ families. Two gymnasiums full of furniture, toys, electronics, garden tools, household items and clothes. Proceeds benefit the Walton Band program. 8am-3pm. Walton High School, 1590 Bill Murdock Road, Marietta. More info: Brian Loomis, 404-783-0311 or waltonbandgaragesale@comcast.net.
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encouraged to nominate a mother who either lives or works in East Cobb County to be this year’s EAST COBBER Mother Of The Year. In 200 words or less explain why this woman should receive this honor. The Mother Of The Year will appear on the front cover of the May edition of the EAST COBBER, participate in our annual Parade, and be eligible to receive gifts from local merchants.
s Dawn Cruce Mother of the Year 2008
Mail your essay along with photo to: EAST COBBER, P.O. BOX 672121, Marietta, GA 30006-0036 or E-mail your nomination to momoyr@ eastcobber.com All entries must be postmarked by April 9, 2009
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March 21 lights, Camera, Auction! Faith Lutheran School’s annual auction, featuring silent and live auctions of items donated by the community and made by the school children. 6pm. $25/advance. $30/at door. Includes dinner buffet. Faith Lutheran Gymnasium, 2111 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: 770-973-8921. March 21 & April 1 la Sonnambula. Live performance by the Metropolitan Opera on March 21. 1pm. $22/Adults. $20/Seniors. $15/Children. $18/Students. Taped Encore presentation on April 1. 7pm. $18/All seats. Merchants Walk Theatre, 1301 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta. More info: 678-5603280 or www.georgiatheatrecompany.com. March 22 Spa for the Soul hosted by Chabad of Cobb. Indulge your inner self and satisfy your soul at this unique event dedicated to celebrating what it means to be a Jewish woman today. Elegant dinner buffet, guest speaker, raffles and more. 6-9:30pm. Chabad of Cobb, 4450 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: 70-565-4412 or www.chabadofcobb.com. Celebrate Artistic Genius – Requiem. Mozart’s final work, unfinished at the time of his death and completed by his student Franz Sussmayer, has provided a profound musical experience for generations of performers and listeners. Performed by the full symphonic Michael O’Neal Singers chorus, a professional chamber orchestra, and outstanding soloists. 3pm. $20/Adults-$15/Seniors & Students in advance. $22/Adults-$17/Seniors & Students at door. Roswell united Methodist Church, 814 Mimosa Boulevard, Roswell. More info: 770-594-7974 or www.mosingers.org. March 25 Tech Night sponsored by the Walton Skills uSA Chapter. A 1-hour “working open house”. Learn about opportunities available for students interested in a career in a technology field. College representatives, industry professionals and members of the Advisory Boards will answer questions and provide information. 6:30-8pm. Walton High School, 1590 Bill Murdock Road, Marietta. More info: Mr. Campagna, 770-578-3225, ext. 290. March 26 2009 Tribute to Women of Achievement Honorees sponsored by the YWCA of Northwest Georgia. Activities for this elegant and fun evening include honoring women, naming the Woman of the Year, presenting the Katherine Woods Racial Justice and Bright Futures Awards, dinner, and silent auction. 5:30-9pm. $100. Cobb Galleria Centre, 2 Galleria Parkway, Atlanta. More info: 770-4233582 or kjorgensen@ywcanwga.com. March 26-29 The Firebird presented by the Atlanta Ballet. An epic journey of Prince Ivan as he seeks to free a beautiful princess from an evil wizard with the help of the legendary Firebird. Thursday: 7:30pm. Friday: 8pm. Saturday: 2pm & 8pm. Sunday: 2pm. $15-$125. Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, 2800 Galleria Parkway, Atlanta. More info: 770-916-2800 or www.atlantaballet.com. March 27-28 3rd Annual AJO4lAX Festival starts with a charity golf tournament at Cobblestone Golf Club in Acworth. Festivities continue on Saturday, March 28, at Pope High School with 4 GHSA sanctioned lacrosse games with players from 6 of Georgia’s top 10 ranked varsity teams, raffle, silent auction and concessions. Proceeds go to college scholarships as well as supporting teen safe driving initiatives and community lacrosse programs. The fest honors the memory of Andrew Oswald, a standout Pope varsity lacrosse player who died from injuries in an automobile accident in 2005. Pope High School, 3001 Hembree Road NE, Marietta. More info: 770-578-7900. March 28 1st Annual unity North Atlanta Church Spring Festival/ Great Garage Sale featuring a variety of vendors and music. Great garage sale with tons of great stuff. Plant sale, food and kids fun. 8am-3pm. $2/car. unity North Atlanta Church, 4255 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta. More info: 678-819-9100. The Center for Advanced Studies Foundation is hosting its 2nd Annual “Bidding for Bright Futures” Auction. Delicious food, silent auction and live auction come together to make for a fun-filled night! The proceeds of the auction go to the Wheeler High School Magnet program. Tickets: $25 in advance, $30 at the door. Indian Hills Country Club, 4001 Clubland Drive, Marietta/East Cobb. More info: 770-5783286.
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March 28-29 liVE! The Georgia Ballet and Cobb Symphony Orchestra collaborate for a spectacular performance of live music and dance. Saturday: 2pm & 7pm. Sunday: 2pm. $20-$35. Cobb County Civic Center, 548 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta. More info: 770-528-0881 or www.georgiaballet.org. March 29 Concert for lent featuring “Requiem” by John Rutter, performed by the Chancel Choir. 4pm. Offering will be taken. Episcopal Church of St. Peter and St. Paul, 1795 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta. More info: 770-977-7473 or www.peterandpaul.org. March 31 Women for Hire Career Expo. Come with your resume. Meet and be ready to interview with employers. 10am2pm. Cobb Galleria Centre, Two Galleria Parkway, Atlanta. More info: 212-290-2600. April 1 Spring Tea and Fashion Show sponsored by the Roswell Garden Club. Raffle, prizes, hat decorating contest. 13pm. $20. Proceeds go to Roswell area garden project. Roswell Adult Recreation Center, 830 Grimes Bridge Road, Roswell. More info: 770-650-4607. April 4 let’s Put On a Show with Mickey Rooney & Jan Rooney as they celebrate Mickey’s 80+ years in show business and 29 years of marriage. 8pm. $30. Jennie T. Anderson Theatre, Cobb Civic Center, 548 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta. More info: 770-528-8490 or Ticketmaster.com. Super Saturdays – “Heroes of Tomorrow” presented by the Cobb Symphony Orchestra. It’s not the fancy costume or the cape that makes a super hero. It’s the courage to reach beyond our wildest dreams and inspire others to do the same. Dedicated to all those kids and teachers who use music to become heroes. 10am & 11:30am. $4-$12. Murray Arts Center, 2250 Stilesboro Road NW, Kennesaw. More info: www.cobbsymphony.org. Women for Hire Work From Home Expo. For anyone eager to find an alternative to the cubicle and the commute. Exhibitors, workshops and special speakers throughout the day. 10am-2pm. Cobb Galleria Centre, Two Galleria Parkway, Atlanta. More info: 212-290-2600. April 4-5 Masterworks #4 – Carmina Burana, one of the most popular pieces of music, coupled with Mendelssohn’s lighthearted fourth symphony. Saturday: 8pm Sunday: 3pm. $15-$50. Murray Arts Center, 2250 Stilesboro Road NW, Kennesaw. More info: www.cobbsymphony.org.
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Open Georgia: Transparency in Government Website launches
A new website that lets Georgians see state employee salaries, travel expenditures, agency spending and state financial reports has launched. The Open Georgia: Transparency in Government Website can be found at www.open.georgia. gov. It allows access to agency expenditures on professional services, employee salaries and travel. State financial reports and program reviews from the two previous fiscal years. users can search by name, title, description and agency. The site also allows you to view professional service vendors doing business with the state and view how much they were paid during the two previous fiscal years. In 2010, the site will include grant and contract payments to vendors. The Open Georgia site is a result of Senate Bill 300, the Transparency in government Act, sponsored by state Senators Chip Rogers of northeast Cobb and Chip Pearson. “We have taken a major step toward fully open and easily accessible accounting of how every state tax dollar is spent,” Rogers said in a news release. “The very best way to prevent wasteful government spending is to let those paying the bills see exactly where their money is going.”
The Power of Your Thoughts
Do you live in the world, or does the world live in you? One’s own thought is one’s world. What a person thinks is what he becomes. That is the eternal mystery. The upanishads [800-600 BC] There is much going on in the world today and in our lives to give s Pete Allen negative criticism, and perhaps rightly so, to the point that we are almost drowning in it. The question we need to ask ourselves: “Is dwelling on these thoughts serving me well?” Can I solve these world problems? The answer for the most part is, “No.” So what action can we take as a member of this society to help solve these world problems? We can vote, write to our congressperson, and pray for those in power. In our own lives, the world that lives in you, we have the power and the responsibility to make needed changes. It all starts by changing your thoughts so that you can create the quality of life that you desire. We can start by: A. Keeping our thoughts clear from all of the drama in the world. B. Taking action and doing our best in all of our relationships, our business, careers, finances, family, friends and recreation. Here are a few self-sabotaging thoughts: 1. I am not enough [good enough, smart enough, interesting, attractive, rich…] 2. I am a victim of [my circumstances, my past, my genes, someone’s mood…] 3. It is arrogant and egotistical to love oneself. 4. I cannot trust myself [my decisions, opinions, preferences, choices…] 5. It is bad to fail or get caught in a mistake. When I do I should feel bad for a long time and be self-deprecating to prove my sincerity. 6. It is wrong [rude, self-centered, pushy, or too scary] to directly ask for what I want. 7. I am not worthy of [people’s time, love, acknowledgments, respect, help…] Be aware of your thoughts. Change your thoughts - change your world. Contact Pete at peteaca@bellsouth.net or ph 770-9772232. First two emails received ½ hour free coaching.
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Esperanza Rising
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Directed by Kayce Grogan Wallace A Children’s Bilingual Theater Production, Jordan Schwartz, Founder & Artistic Producer in Partnership with The Marietta Sixth Grade Academy March 12th & 13th at 7:00 p.m. March 14th at 2:30 p.m. followed by a Community Dialogue at The Marietta Sixth Grade Academy 340 Aviation Rd Marietta, GA 30060 General Admission: $5.00 Information: 678-485-1986 www.childrensbilingualtheater.org
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Save A life: Donate Blood
We all expect blood to be there for us, but barely a fraction of those who can give do. Yet sooner or later, virtually all of us will face a time of great vulnerability in which we will need blood. And that time is all too often unexpected. From its beginning, the American Red Cross has formed a community of service of generous, strong and decent people bound by beliefs beyond themselves. The honor, spirit and resources of the American people come forth with neighbors helping neighbors in need — during earthquakes, floods, fires, storms — and also for the deeply personal and often quiet disasters that require a gift of blood. The American Red Cross could not collect the blood needed by thousands of patients in the 130 hospitals it serves across the Southern Region without the help of willing volunteer blood drive sponsor groups. Blood donations are needed every day to help victims of accidents recover from injuries, and by patients fighting serious blood disorders and various cancers. To give blood for transfusion to another person, you must be healthy, be at least 17 years old or 16 years old if allowed by state law, weigh at least 110 pounds, and not have donated blood in the last 8 weeks (56 days) or made a donation of double red cells in the last 16 weeks (112 days). “Healthy” means that you feel well and can perform normal activities. If you have a chronic condition such as diabetes or high blood pressure, “healthy” also means that you are being treated and the condition is under control. Drink lots of fluids 48 hours before donating. Bring a photo ID with you. If you have any questions about eligibility to donate, please call 1-800-448-3543 or visit us at www.redcrossblood.org Donating blood has never been more convenient. In addition to the many business and community sponsored blood drives held each week in the Southern Region, individuals can give the gift of life at one of their 15 donor centers. There is a donor center located in East Cobb at 2145 Roswell Road #110, Marietta, in the Eastlake Shopping Center. The East Cobb Donor Center is open Monday through Thursday: 7 a.m. - 7 p.m; and Friday through Sunday: 7 a.m. – 3 p.m. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 770-578-1977. For blood drives happening in the next 48 hours, you will need to call 1-800-GIVE-LIFE (1-800-448-3543) to schedule your appointment. The blood drives listed below are subject to change. Please call 1-800-GIVE-LIFE the day of the drive to confirm time, date and location if you have not scheduled your appointment online. Online appointments are for whole blood donations only; platelet donations must be made by calling 1-800-GIVE-LIFE and selecting option 2. Below is a list of blood drives in East Cobb scheduled through the month of March: March 9, 2-7pm Smyrna Community Center 200 Village Green Circle, Smyrna March 12, 2:45-7:45pm First united Lutheran Church 3481 Campus Loop Road, Kennesaw March 13, 11am-5pm Johnson Ferry Baptist Church 955 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta March 19, 10am-3pm Marietta Conference & Resort Center 500 Powder Springs Road, Marietta March 24, 2-7pm St. Andrews united Methodist Church 3455 Canton Road, Marietta March 25, TBA Rocky Mountain Elementary School 2400 Rock Mountain Road, Marietta
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WaterColor Resort Wins us Over
By Cynthia M. Rozzo
Since opening in 2002, the Watercolor Inn & Resort on Florida’s northwest coast has become a popular destination for vacationers throughout the South. This Gulf of Mexico gem is a 499-acre resort and residential community tucked between Seaside and Grayton Beach State Recreation Area. The perfect combination of a family resort, warm Southern hospitality, the intimacy of a bed and breakfast, and the casual elegance of a classic beach house, the WaterColor Inn & Resort creates the ideal setting to get away. Designed by famed architect David Rockwell, Watercolor is successful in creating that small-town atmosphere. In this pedestrian-friendly town, “streets” are often footpaths, lined with porches and gardens. Boardwalk promenades and secret pathways lead to the town center, tennis courts, swimming pools, beach and pocket parks. WaterColor is designed for walking and cycling. In fact, we were encouraged to park our car and take advantage of the free bike rentals. My kids loved the biker-friendly atmosphere. Individually designed and decorated and spacious multibedroom cottages make staying at WaterColor Inn and Resort as much an experience as the destination itself. Each home is built, designed and decorated by its owner, according to certain specifications and guidelines, ensuring each home is unique and reflects the owner’s individual tastes and personality. Our luxurious beach house rental had a washer and dryer; fully-equipped kitchen; telephone with access to the front desk and concierge; television with cable; and stereo. After arriving at WaterColor Inn and Resort and experiencing all that her beach house had to offer, this temporary resident found it difficult to leave her indoor paradise. Not for too long though . . . a world of recreational options and activities awaited me and my family: beautiful beaches with dune walkovers that protect the fragile environment; swimming pools—one that overlooks the Gulf, tennis courts, shops and cafes. There is a “BoatHouse” full of fishing necessities and accessories for a fun day on the lake. Resort guests are invited to rent canoes, kayaks and sailboats. The town center, a five minute walk from anywhere within WaterColor Inn and Resort, attracts residents and visitors alike to gather, meet, greet, socialize and enjoy special events. Included in this “downtown” area are most of the
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public buildings, such as the main offices, town hall, post office, restaurants, gallery and shops (offering bike rentals, ice cream and souvenirs). Another special characteristic of WaterColor is its green spaces. Common “green” areas located throughout the resort provide a great place for reading a good book, playing an impromptu game of soccer, or having a family picnic. Flora, plants and shrubbery go hand-in-hand with the green spaces at WaterColor Inn and Resort. Nearly 50% of the property is devoted to open space and preservation areas. The perfect combination of Florida family resort, warm Southern hospitality, the intimacy of a bed and breakfast, and the fun relaxation—and of a classic beach house, the WaterColor Inn & Resort creates the ideal setting to relax and play. My husband took our sons, Lee, 12, and Nikos, 10, to Water Color’s Camp Creek Golf Club, a Tom Fazio-designed course. A short 6-mile drive, this 18-hole, par-72 championship course features a driving range, short-game area, practice putting green and pro shop. There are also 2 other golf courses Watercolor guests can enjoy: the Greg Normandesigned Shark’s Tooth Golf Club and the Davis Love, IIIdesigned Origins course. My daughter, Eleni, (age 8) enjoyed Camp WaterColor which has its own building full of games and crafts and is right next to a swimming pool. I have learned that, in the end, what really sets a memorable family vacation experience apart from others is simply the absence of things that go wrong. The most outstanding quality of the WaterColor Resort is the ability for guests to abandon all anxiety and apprehension about mishaps, what to do and how to do it. From room comfort, dining, and recreation to shuttle transportation and providing advice, the staff is entirely devoted to your pleasure.
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7 Star Restaurant 3000 Windy Hill Road Marietta 30067 770-690-0083 Buddha’s Delight. 2731 Sandy Plains Road Marietta 30066 770-565-1995
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Flying Biscuit 1084 Johnson Ferry Rd. Marietta 30064 770-321-4445 Sunday-Thursday: 7am-9pm; Friday - Saturday: 7am - 10pm Voted Atlanta’s number 1 breakfast stop, serving Breakfast all day along with Lunch and Dinner. Catering available. Private Room available.
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Cookies By Design 401 Roswell Road Marietta 30062 770-578-0200 Mon.-Fri. 9am-6pm, Sat. 10am-3pm Cookies by Design created the world’s first cookie arrangement more than 20 years ago and continues to provide customers with gift-giving arrangements of individually hand-decorated cookies in a variety of shapes and sizes for every occasion.
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J. Christopher’s 1205 Johnson Ferry Road Marietta 30068 770-579-6800 Sunrise Biscuit 4017 Canton Rd. Marietta 30066 770-516-9556
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AJ’s Famous Seafood & Poboys 2100 Roswell Road Marietta 30062 678-999-0767
FRENCH
Café Paris 1100 Johnson Ferry Road Marietta 30068 770-851-9061 Monday-Saturday: 8am-9pm; Sunday: 8am-3pm East Cobb’s neighborhood bistro specializing in really fresh, homemade fare. Soups, salads, grilled sandwiches, breakfast all day, quiche, crepes and dinner specials.
CHiNESE
Lee’s Golden Buddha #7 2524 Cobb Pkwy Smyrna 30080 770-980-1800 Mon – Sun 11am – 10:30pm Chinese, Malaysian, Thai & Korean cuisine. Dine-in or carry-out; delivery available. Consumer choice award for best Chinese restaurant from 1999-2004.
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DiNiNG DiRECTORY
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MEAl ASSEMBlY
The Dinner A’Fare The Avenue® – East Cobb 4475 Roswell Road Marietta 30062 770-565-6551 www.dinnerafare.com The fresh approach to convenience. We provide healthy recipes and fresh ingredients to help you get dinner back on the table. Super Suppers 736 Johnson Ferry Rd. Marietta, GA 30068 770 579-4788 www.sseastcobbga.com www.supersuppers.com Healthy, no-hassle meals made with fresh ingredients and zero Trans Fat. Take premade entrees and sides from our Grab N’ Go freezer during store hours. Assemble entrees in-store during our walk-in hours (no appointment necessary), or order to pickup custom entrees made to your specifications. Stock up for a week or a month to have healthy meal choices ready in minutes for your family.
MEDiTERRANEAN
Basil Wraps 2800 Canton Road Marietta 30066 770-514-9990 Mon. – Sat. 10a.m. – 8p.m. Mediterranean Cuisine Falafel, Gyros, Shawerma, Hummus, Babaghanouj, salads, lamb, beef, chicken, H ebrew National hot dogs served daily. Cafe Med 2635 Sandy Plains Road Marietta 30066 770-579-0630 Mediterranean Grill 1255 Johnson Ferry Rd Marietta, GA 678-996-0045 Dine in, carry out and catering available.
STEAKHOuSE
Sal Grosso 1927 Powers Ferry Road Atlanta 30339 770-850-1540 www.salgrosso.com Lunch: Mon-Fri: 11:30am-2pm; Sun: 12-3pm Dinner: Sun-Mon: 5-9pm; Tue-Sat: 5-10pm Enjoy an international buffet with tableside service by gauchos serving an assortment of delicious meats.
HAMBuRGERS
Backyard Burgers 1323 Johnson Ferry Road Marietta 30068 770-509-0444 Fuddruckers 3000 Windy Hill Road Marietta 30067 770-980-9863
VEGETARiAN
Café Life at Life Grocery 1453 Roswell Road Marietta 30062 770-977-9583 Mon-Sat 11am-7pm; Sun 12-5pm Healing, Wellness, & Healthy Food for the Mind, Body & Soul. Choose from a variety of organic vegan foods. Enjoy healthy, delicious, & nutritious all day buffet & salad bar.
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Metanoya, a popular coffeehouse café, relocated from Roswell to Paper Mill Village, which is located at the corner of Paper Mill Road and Johnson Ferry. Owned by Janet Jones, Metanoya is open daily for breakfast and lunch specializing in daily salad specials, fresh baked breads for our cold gourmet sandwiches, paninis and homemade soups served with a s Janet Jones, Elvia Garcia, piece of their delicious broccoli cheese cornbread. and Chuck Jones Your Village Gourmet, owned by East Cobb resident Diane Thibault, has also located in the Paper Mill Village. Catering to today’s busy people, Your Village Gourmet offers dinner entrees ready for your oven, catering and cooking classes. Diane loves food and has traveled all over France with her husband from Normandy, learning many different techniques and recipes.
Recipe of the Month
Throughout Metro Atlanta, 40,000 Girl Scouts are selling cookies door-to-door and in booths set up in front of grocery stores and retail stores. Admit it—you can’t get enough Girl Scout cookies! Do Si Dos, Samoas, Tagalongs, Thin Mints, Trefoils. You love them so much you want to put them on everything—brownies, angel food cake, parfaits! Below is one recipe that features a favorite Girl Scout cookie: Thin Mints.
Thin Mint Brownies
ingredients: ½ box of crushed Thin Mints Girl Scout Cookies 1 box of brownie mix 2 eggs (3 eggs for cake-like brownies) ¼ cup of water ½ cup of vegetable oil Directions: Crush Thin Mints into medium size pieces. Mix all ingredients into mixing bowl. Do not use electric mixer. Batter will be stiff. Spread batter evenly in greased baking pan (13x9x2 inch). Bake in center of oven at 350 degrees F for 30 to 35 minutes. Remove from oven and allow to cool before cutting. Yields 6 servings.
Do you have a family recipe handed down from generation to generation? Or maybe a favorite dish that always gets rave reviews from your family and friends? Well, the EAST COBBER wants to know about them. Show off your favorite recipes in our new feature, ‘Recipe of the Month.’ Mail your recipe to the EAST COBBER at P.O. Box 672121, Marietta, GA 300060036 or email them to recipes@eastcobber.com, Re: ‘Recipe of the Month’. Please include your name and contact information with the recipe.
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The Cake Company & Café, a gourmet bakery and café in Paper Mill Village, is the place for special occasion cakes, pastries, and desserts. Pastry chef and co-owner, Robert Alger, has traveled the globe providing desserts for some of the most exclusive hotels and resorts, and now he and his wife, Nancy have turned their attention to this quaint café serving s Nancy and Robert Alger soups, sandwiches, and salads in addition to their delicious pastries and desserts. Nancy and Robert are long time residents of East Cobb. There’s a new restaurant on Marietta Square: Old Ephraim’s Restaurant & Catering. With more than 32 years experience in food service, owner Darin Jensen offers a wide selection of classic fare as well as seafood caught from his own fleet of Alaskan fishing boats. The interior of the restaurant looks like a log cabin and is decorated with artwork from local artists. Paper Mill Grill, Brigid and Ritter Jones’ second restaurant venture in East Cobb, celebrated its first birthday February 12. “We’ve worked really hard to bring a unique dining concept to East Cobb, and are grateful for all of the community support we’ve had during our first year,” said Ritter.
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East Cobb’s Challise & Company owned by Challise Copeland, Carrie Cox, and Vance Booker, recently was named one of the 200 fastest growing salons in North America by Salon Today magazine, a top business publication for salon and spa owners. The 200 salons were selected from applications s Challise Copeland and submitted by Salon Today Carrie Cox readers, who represent the 25,000 top-producing salons and spas in the country. The magazine honored the applicants who posted the highest increases in gross sales between 2006 and 2007. Two East Cobb residents, Ricky Frank and Tim Sarno, are among more than 200 artists selected to exhibit and sell their high-quality, handmade furniture, jewelry, clothing, home décor and more at the 2009 American Craft Council Show in Atlanta, March 13-15, at the Cobb Galleria Centre. Featured artists are selected to participate in the show through a rigorous jury process. The National Board of Public Health Examiners (NBPHE) is pleased to announce that Dr. Michelle G. Hutchinson is in the charter group of professionals who have achieved certification in public health. Dr. Hutchinson, a graduate of the Harvard School of Dental Medicine and Harvard School of Public Health, is a retired s Michelle dentist who is now president of Hutchinson Wordhelper. The NBPHE was launched to demonstrate that graduates from accredited schools and programs of public health have mastered required core competencies and to address the need for greater recognition of public health as a health profession. Dr. Shahrokh C. Bagheri was among 1,189 Initiates from around the world who became Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS). By meeting the College’s stringent membership requirements, Fellows of the College have earned the distinguished right to use the designation of “FACS” (Fellow, American College of Surgeons) after their names. Dr. Bagheri is currently practicing at Atlanta Oral & Facial Surgery located in East Cobb.
BiZ BRiEFS
With the increasing interest and participation of local kids in ice skating lessons, shows and competitions, the East Cobb mother and daughter team of Judith Birdsong and Cyndi Church has developed a business which creates the designs and produces the apparel required for children who belong to skating clubs or skate competitively in local and regional competitions and shows. Their new business, called “Above The Blade”. East Cobber Suhas uppalapati is among an elite group of Allstate insurance agents who recently earned the “Personal Financial Representative” title. He will now be able to provide his customers variable annuity, variable life and mutual fund products, in addition to auto, homeowner and traditional life insurance products. s Suhas uppalapati uppalapati received the Personal Financial Representative title after passing the Series 6 and Series 63 securities license exams and completing an extensive Allstate training curriculum. He is appointed with the broker dealer Allstate Financial Services, LLC.
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ACuPuNCTuRE
Acupuncture and Wellness Center Dr. Li Hua Shu, TCMD – Licensed Acupuncturist 1000 Johnson Ferry Road Suite A-130 • Marietta, GA 30068 678-560-7978 • www.drshutcm.com Office Hours: Monday-Friday 9am-6pm; Saturday 9am-4pm 19 years experience in traditional Chinese medicine treating pain management, respiratory system, emotional/mental health, nervous system, digestive system, smoking/weight loss, wrinkle reduction, high blood pressure, and much more!
DENTiSTS
Ruth H. Clemans, DDS Dr. Ruth Clemans 3960 Shallowford Road, Suite B • Marietta 30062 770-587-5655 • www.attractivesmiles.com Comprehensive dental care – close your eyes and wake up smiling through IV sedation, cosmetic, restorative, dental implants, oral surgery, root canal therapy, periodontal care and quality general dentistry – one location, one doctor – all procedures!
DERMATOlOGY
Dermatology Affiliates Kimberley Ward, MD; Jennifer Burger, MD; Rutledge Forney, MD 4939 Lower Roswell Road, Suite 104A • Marietta 30068 404-816-7900 • www.dermatologyaffiliates.com Treatment of any condition impacting skin, nails or hair, including treatments for acne, psoriasis, eczema, warts, moles and diagnosis and treatment of skin cancer. Cosmetic and aesthetic services also offered, including botox, fillers, facials, chemical peels, laser hair removal and microdermabrasion.
CHRiSTiAN COuNSEliNG
Judith Reichenbach, Ed. S. Licensed Professional Counselor 770-597-9882 Loving Christian counseling families/ individuals. Conflict, grief, blended families, adolescent behavior, L. D., depression, body image, P .T.S.D, loneliness, marriage revitalization, illness, empty-nest, fear, guilt, shame, anger, career coaching, high school/college planning, or just need someone to talk to. Available evenings/weekends. In-home services available East Cobb area only.
EYE CARE
Paradise Optical Dr. Louis B. Miller • Dr. Lawrence Simons 2745 Sandy Plains Road • Marietta, GA 30066 770-977-1222 • 770-973-2382 www.eyefinity.com/paradiseopticalGA Office hours: Mon/Wed/Fri: 10-6; Tue/Thurs: 10-7; Every other Sat: 10-2. Complete Optometric Services, evaluation of visual needs and ocular health, management of eye disease, contact lenses, high quality eyeglasses. 30 years experience.
COuNSEliNG
New Perspectives for life, llC Amy Head, LCSW 1000 Johnson Ferry Road, Suite B200 • Marietta 30068 404-229-4993 • www.newperspectivesforlife.com New Perspectives for Life offers family counseling and life coaching that focuses on strength, solutions and hope.
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FiTNESS CENTERS
Design For You Fitness Craig “Romay” Thomas 4225 JVL Industrial Park, Suite 502 • Marietta 30066 888-939-5556, ext. 3 • www.designforyoufitness.com Design For You Fitness created its Indoor Boot Camp Studio concept because of a sincere desire to address the alarming obesity rate in today’s society by offering affordable, instructional fitness training that encourages and employers each client to maintain a healthy lifestyle. East Cobb Jazzercise Cathy Mobley 736 Johnson Ferry Road • Marietta 30068 (in the Fountains of Olde Towne) 770-971-4970 • www.eastcobbjazz.com • www.jazzercise.com Jazzercise is a 60-minute class incorporating cardio, strength, and stretch moves for a total body workout for all ages and fitness levels.
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MASSAGE THERAPY
Advanced Massage Therapy The Fountains at Olde Towne Center 736 Johnson Ferry Road • Marietta 30068 770-784-4606 Office hours: By appointment Specialty: Swedish and neuromuscular massages. Therapeutic massage can reduce anxiety, improves circulation of blood and lymph, improves immune system functioning, improves sleep. Neuromuscular massage relieves aches and pain such as lower back problems and neck problems. In business since 2007.
MEDiCAl iMAGiNG SERViCES
WellStar Kennestone imaging Center in East Cobb Lillian McCarthy, Office Manager 1070 Woodlawn Drive, Ste. 100 • Marietta, GA 30068 770-793-9200 • www.wellstar.org Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm WellStar Kennestone Imaging Center in East Cobb offers state of the art imaging services which include Digital Mammography (Screening and Diagnostic), CT Scan, MRI, ultrasound, DEXA Bone Densitometry, and X-Ray. Do you offer services that make people look and feel better? If so, you can reach thousands of East Cobb residents by placing your listing or display ad in the “Health & Wellness Guide” every month. For advertising information, call the EAST COBBER office at 770-640-7070.
HEAlTH FOOD STORE
life Grocery Lisa Maden, GM 1453 Roswell Road • Marietta 30062 770-977-9583 • www.lifegrocery.com Life Grocery and Café features a healthy selection of organic produce, nutritious foods, extensive supplements serving those with health challenges and dietary needs.
liFE ENRiCHMENT
The Center for Awareness, llC 1240 Johnson Ferry Pl. Suite B-10 • Marietta, GA 30068 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 coaching sessions, as well as a broad range of life enrichment courses and workshops. A self-empowered woman is the foundation of a happy home! upcoming Event: The Power of Awareness workshop March 20 - 22.
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NON-MEDiCAl HOME CARE
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ORAl SuRGEON
East Cobb Oral Surgery 1505 Johnson Ferry Road • Marietta, GA 30062 770-321-0257 • www.eastcobboralsurgery.com Dr. Brunner practices a full scope of oral and maxillofacial surgery with expertise ranging from wisdom teeth removal, dental implant surgery and bone grafting to snoring cessation.
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PERSONAl TRAiNiNG
Advanced Fitness Training Pamela Molinari 404-313-5326 • www.advancedfitness.org 20-year veteran female trainer. Specialization in stubborn fat loss and body shaping. In-home or gym. First session free. East Cobb area. Bodydesign Personal Training inc. Paul Feldman 1880 West Oak Parkway • Marietta 30062 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 lifestyle. Our trainers are certified by our school (Bodydesign Institute of Personal Training). We teach and show each client how to tone up and work out correctly. In addition we teach better eating habits, taking the guesswork out of nutrition and weight loss. Fitness Together East Cobb Katie & Mike Warechowski 1255 Johnson Ferry Road, Suite 26 • Marietta 30068 770-321-1347 • www.cobbfitness.com Fitness Together is East Cobb’s only one-on-one private personal training studio that specializes in customized programs designed to get our clients in the best shape of their lives! Sonja Stark 404-784-4606 • workout_for_fun@msn.com My specialty is in rehabilitation of musculoskeletal dysfunction, chronic pain such as neck, shoulder, lower back pain and sports injury. Massage also enables relaxation, reduces anxiety, improves sleep, increases feelings of well-being. Also regular exercise is a key component of lifelong fitness and is known to slow the aging process.
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WellStar Kennestone imaging Center in East Cobb
Offering the highest quality imaging with addition of 16-Slice CT, MRI and expanded Women’s Services
WellStar Kennestone Imaging Center in East Cobb believes in life well-lived and offers East Cobbers a quality choice for medical imaging services within the community. Conveniently located at 1070 Woodlawn Drive, WellStar Kennestone Imaging s Steven Brantley, M.D. , Center in East Cobb invites the community to visit their Quantum Radiology 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 Scanning High-Field/Short-Bore MRI Routine Diagnostic Radiology Services High definition ultrasound imaging Women’s Imaging: • Diagnostic and Screening Digital Mammography • Breast MRI • DEXA Bone Densitometry WellStar is committed to providing the best technology to the community with a new High-Field Short-Bore MRI 1.5 Tesla in March which will expand the women’s imaging services to include Breast MRI. This MRI System will perform better quality exams while offering patient comfort with its open ended design. In addition, a new 16-slice CT Scanner is now available and provides the highest quality exams with shorter scan times. Most insurance plans are accepted, and the helpful WellStar staff is happy to answer insurance related questions. Office hours are Monday-Friday from 8:00am to 4:30pm. Call 678581-5900 to schedule your imaging appointment with WellStar Kennestone Imaging Center in East Cobb. WellStar Kennestone Imaging Center in East Cobb, 1070 Woodlawn Drive, Suite 100, Marietta, GA 30068, 770-793-9200 • • • •
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PSYCHiATRY
Avera Behavioral Management 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.
YOGA
‘Nchanting Yoga 1521 Johnson Ferry Rd, Suite 180 • Marietta 30062 678-560-8922 • www.nchantingyoga.com Cozy studio offering hatha yoga classes, breathe work, kids and teens yoga, massage therapy, foot reflexology, and reiki.
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Dermatology Affiliates Welcome Dr. Ward
If you’ve postponed visiting a dermatologist, now is the time to visit Dermatology Affiliates. Not only is the group expanding its space, they’ve added Kimberley Ward, M.D., to the practice. Dermatology Affiliates is doubling its East Cobb office to include more treatment rooms, a brightly colored waiting room and beautiful artwork. However, it’s their commitment to excellent patient care that sets them apart.
Drugstore Reading Glasses
Will drugstore reading glasses hurt my eyes? My patients often ask me this. They work well for some people but not all. An eye-exam is the only way to answer that question. Let me explain: Pre-made reading glasses have some limitations. First of all they have the same lens power for the right and left eyes. This works for some, but many people have significant differences right vs. left and need a more custom made pair of glasses. Another limitation is that the drugstore glasses have no way to correct astigmatism- which is a common focusing error in many people. A third limitation is that the pre-made glasses have their optical centers set at an average for the population, not for the individual. In the stronger lens powers, this discrepancy can cause fatigue and discomfort. The bottom line is that an eye exam is the only way to know for sure. Even if drugstore glasses will work fine for you, there is danger in not getting an annual eye exam from having a false sense of security. There are many health checks preformed during your annual eye exam including a glaucoma test. The risk of undetected glaucoma is real and if detected early can be successfully treated. Have your eyes checked annually to be sure they are healthy and find out if “drugstore readers” can work for you.
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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 Thursday, March 5 Tuesday, March 10 Wednesday, March 25 10am–12pm ice Cream and a Movie Monday, March 16 indiana Jones & the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull 1- 4pm Cost: $3 Cobb County resident/ $4 Non-resident. Registration required. It is now 1957 and a much older Indiana Jones is chasing Soviet agents while searching for a psychic and maybe alien crystal skull. Along the way he is aided by his former girlfriend, Marion Ravenwood, and their son. The Recipe Exchange Wednesday, March, 18 10:30am-11:30am Registration required. It is National Nutrition Month so our thoughts naturally turn to our waistlines and healthier recipes. This month, Cobb Senior Services’ dietitian, Jobcy Thomas, will join us to discuss healthy recipes. Please bring a healthy recipe to share with the group. Jobcy will review all the recipes to check how healthy they really are. If they are not quite as good for you as you think, she will help you make some changes to the recipe to make it a Healthy Recipe! Heart Healthy Nutrition and Exercise Monday, March 23 11:30am–12:20pm Cost: Free. Registration required. In observance of National Nutrition Month, Jocelyn Disher and Jennifer Nedostup from St. Joseph’s Cardiac Rehabilitation Clinic will facilitate a seminar concerning nutrition and exercise recommendations for a heart healthy lifestyle. Bring your brown bag lunch and we’ll provide the refreshments and desserts. Come learn about heart healthy nutrition and exercise! Dine-A-Round Wednesday, March 25 Marietta Fish Market 3185 Canton Road 11:10am–1pm Meet at the restaurant; separate checks. Registration required Wellness Seminar: Thursday, March 26 Which Fitness Fits You? 11am-12pm Cost: Free. Registration required. Trying to decide on a fitness class? Come meet our instructors and learn about our classes! We have the perfect fit!
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50+ Social and Travel Club. Get out and have fun. Meet new friends, go new places, try new things. Meeting times and locations vary. Free. Call Fern, 678520-4629 or activefriends50@yahoo. com “Aware & Conscious Birds” Book Club. Mondays 7-8:30pm. Bikram Yoga Marietta, 80 Powers Ferry Road, Marietta. More info: awareconsciousbirds@gmail.com or http://consciousness.meetup.com/203. American Association of university Women (AAuW) of Cobb County. Second Wednesday of the month. 7pm. East Cobb Government Center, 4400 Lower Roswell Road. No meetings in July & August. More info: Sylvia Goodyear, 770594-9901. American Needlepoint Guild. Second Tuesday of the month, 6:45pm. Cobb Public Library, Mountain View Branch, 3320 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta. More info: 770-394-0065. Atlanta World War ii Roundtable. Third Thursday (Sept-June) of the month, 11:30am, Petite Auberge Restaurant, North Druid Hills Road @ LaVista Road, Atlanta. More info: 770-928-4579, or jkovach2000@yahoo.com. Alzheimer’s Support Group. Last Tuesday of every month. 7 p.m. Savannah Court , 886 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta. More info: 770-9774420. Big Chicken Chorus. Every Monday evening. 7:30pm at John Knox Presbyterian Church, 505 Powers Ferry Rd. Award winning 50 voice, male, 4 part harmony a capella harmony chorus. More info: Frank, 770-587-1264 or www.bigchickenchorus.org. Bridge Club. Four free lessons; $5 thereafter. Thursdays 7:30pm and Sundays 2pm. Singles are welcome. 1809 Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: 770-973-7717. Business Network international (BNi). BNI is an international networking organization with chapters throughout the Atlanta area. New chapter forming in East Cobb. Meeting times to be determined. More info: Karley Barber, 770-977-2383. Business Breakfast Networking of East Cobb. Professional Referral Networking. Second Tuesday each month. 8:159:30am. Various Locations. More info: Ellen Kelly, 404-713-2830 or Lnkelly@ sbcglobal.net. Cantare Youth Choirs. Award-winning conductor seeks male and female singers ages 8-20. Tuesday evenings through March. Ages 8-11: 4:45pm. Youth: 6pm. Mt. Bethel united Methodist Church, 4385 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: 770-579-1606 or www.cantareyouthchoirs.com. Canton Road Business Association. Luncheon meeting third Wednesday of each month. 11:30am-1pm. $15. Piedmont Baptist Church, 570 Piedmont Road, Marietta. More info: www. cantonroadba.org Chess Club. Thursdays 6:30-10pm. Kid Chess, 2502 East Piedmont Road, Suite 160. More info: 770-575-5802 or www. KidChess.com. Children of The American Revolution (C.A.R.). Now forming a new Society serving the East Cobb, Vinings, Sandy Springs, Buckhead, Roswell and all of Cobb communities. All children ages 118 invited. More info: B. Schilling, 770643-1010. Cobb County Democratic Committee. Monthly Breakfast. 2nd Saturday each month. 9am. Picadilly Caféteria, 536 Cobb Parkway SE, Marietta. More info: 770-420-7133 or www.eastcobbdems. com/breakfast.htm.
Cobb County Gem & Mineral Society. Second Tuesday of the month. 7:30pm. East Cobb Government Service Center, 4400 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: Mary Ingram, 770-427-1108, or Leo or Edna Morris, 770-445-9274. Cobb County Genealogical Society. 4th Tuesday, 7pm, Cobb County Central Library, 266 Roswell Street, Marietta. Cobb County Republican Women. Fourth Friday of the month. 11:30am. Marietta Conference Center, 500 Powder Springs Street. More info: 770-785-2522 or www.ccrwc.org. Cobb Marietta Retired Educators Association. Last Wednesday of the month (except April 23, 6pm). 11:45am. Reservations required. Windy Hill Senior Center, 1885 Smyrna-Roswell Road, Smyrna. More info/Reservations: 770-422-9871. Colored Pencil Society of America. Atlanta District Chapter 107. First Monday of the month (except April 23, 6pm). 7pm. North DeKalb Cultural Center, 5339 Chamblee-Dunwoody Road, Room 2 (second floor in the back), More info: Nancy Guerine, 678-354-3590. Dad 2 Dad. A stay-at-home dads group. Every Tuesday and Thursday. 10:30am. Various locations. More info: Richard Collins, 770-579-5445. Danc’n Singles. A square dance club, 1st and 3rd Saturday, 8-10:30am, Smyrna Community Center, 884 Church Street, Smyrna. More info: 770-943-6979. Dog Hikers of Georgia. Every Sunday. 10am. Various Locations. Non-dog owners welcome. More info: Dr. Dan Batchelor, 770-992-2362. Dudes ‘n Darlins Square Dance Club. Classes every Wednesday, 7-9pm. $5. Fullers Park Recreation Center, 3499 Robinson Road, Marietta. Dances on second & fourth Friday each month. 810:30pm. Mountain View Community Center, 3400 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta. More info: Margaret, 770-7517210 or www.dudesndarlins.com. East Cobb AARP First Thursday of . the month. 1:30pm, East Cobb Senior Center, 3332 Sandy Plains Road. More info: Martha Boyce, 678-290-9895.
East Cobb Civitans. Second & fourth Thursday of the month. 12-1pm, Parc at Piedmont, 999 Hood Road. More Info: Mary Karras, 770-499-1055. East Cobb Community Friends for Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. Third Tuesday of the month. 7:30pm. Meetings are in members’ homes and vary each month. We work to benefit CHOA with fund raisers and service projects. More info: Suzanne Strickland, 770-992-2882, or Diane Ellwanger, 770-579-9510. East Cobb Democratic Alliance. First Thursday of the month, 7-8:30pm, East Cobb Government Service Center, 4400 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: Sander Bellman, 770-977-1235. East Cobb Kiwanis Club. Every Wednesday evening. 7pm, Scalini’s Restaurant, 1205 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta. More info: Johnny Johnson, 770-977-2026. East Cobb lions Club. Second & fourth Tuesday of the month. 7pm, Classic Gourmet Restaurant, Eastlake Shopping Center, More info: Don Garrow, 770-9556914. East Cobb Moms. Meeting times and locations vary each week - several activities every week. Support group for stay-at-home moms and their kids. More info: www.eastcobbmoms.com. East Cobb New Horizons Band. Monday mornings. Did you play a band instrument in high school and/or college? Would you like to play again? We accept all skill levels. First Baptist Church of Marietta, 148 Church Street, Marietta. More info: George 770-971-3430. East Cobb Open Networking. Professional Referral Networking. Every Friday. 7:309am at Capozzi’s NY Deli, 4285 Roswell Road (next to Michaels). Free. More info: Tim Langley, 770-289-9711. East Cobb Optimist Club. Every Friday. 7am, Café de Paris, 1100 Johnson Ferry Road NE, Marietta. More info: 770-5751676. East Cobb PowerCore Team. A business referral network. Every Thursday. 78:30am. IHOP 3130 Johnson Ferry , Road, Marietta. More info: Amy Caplan, 404-572-1278. Wednesday. 7am. Indian Hills Country Club, 4001 Clubland Drive, Marietta. More info: 770-422-7551. East Cobb ViPs. A community group for seniors. Fourth Monday of the month. 6pm. East Cobb united Methodist Church, 2325 Roswell Road. More info: 770-971-3643. East Cobb Woodcarvers Club. Each Thursday. 9-11am. East Cobb Senior Center, 3332 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta. More info: 770-645-0817. Falun Dafa. Sundays 2:25-3:25pm. East Cobb Park, 3322 Roswell Rd, Marietta. Free classes in Asian practice of refining the body and mind through special exercises and meditation. More info: Mitch Gerber, 678-362-9894, or mitchee009@hotmail.com, www. falundafa.org.
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Georgia Perennial Plant Association. 3rd Tuesday of the month. 7:30pm, Atlanta History Center, McElreath Hall. More info: www.georgiaperennial.org. Georgia Vietnam Veterans Alliance. Third Thursday, 7pm, American Legion Post on Gresham Road, Marietta. More info: 770785-2564. Golden “K” Kiwanis Club. Every Thursday morning. 10am, East Cobb Senior Center, 3332 Sandy Plains Road. More info: Bernie Hatch, 678-797-0925. Happy Tails Pet Therapy. Orientation for prospective members first Thursday or Saturday of the month. 10:30-11:30am. Mt. Bethel Christian Academy, 4385 Lower Roswell Road, Building F, Room F002, Marietta. Check dates: 770-7408211 or www.happytailspets.org. Health and Wellness Network. Every third Tuesday. 6:30pm, Mt. Bethel united Methodist Church, 4385 Lower Roswell Road. More info: Susan Folger, 770971-2880. international Association of Administrative Professionals (iAAP)Cobb County Chapter. 4th Monday of the month. 6:15pm. Meeting & Dinner. Windy Hill - Marriott Hotel, Marietta. Info: Oleta Herron, 770-661-2876. Jewish War Veterans, Bicentennial Post 976. Third Sunday of the month. 11am, Marriott Hotel, Perimeter Center. More info: Fran Jacobson, 770-436-7456. Job Seekers Cobb County Chapter. Business professionals volunteer to help the unemployed. Speakers, networking, job leads, workshops. 7-9am. Tuesdays, followed by networking 9-10am. Varsity, 2790 Town Center Drive, Kennesaw. Free. More info: 770-420-9808, ext. 470. Kiwanis Club - Town Center. Every Wednesday, 12:30pm, meet at Copeland’s Restaurant, Barrett Pkwy. More info: Stephanie Walker, 770-9129632. libertarian Party of Cobb County. First Thursday of the month. 7:30pm. Council chamber at Marietta City Hall. More info: Ted Skirvin, 770-795-1331. Marietta Kiwanis Club. Every Thursday. 12noon, Marietta Conference Center, 500 Powder Springs Street, Marietta. More info: Bill Sidner, 770-579-4094. Marietta lions Club. Second Thursday of the month, 7pm, Marietta Conference Center, 500 Powder Springs Road, Marietta. More info: 770-565-8230. Marietta PFlAG. Fourth Sunday each month. 1-3pm. Newcomers are welcome. Pilgrimage united Church of Christ, 3755 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta. More info: mariettapflag@gmail.com. Marietta Rotary Club. Every Wednesday. 12noon, Marietta Conference Center, 500 Powder Springs Street, Marietta. More info: Adele Grubbs, 770-424-8212 or www.mariettarotary.org. MOMS Club of Marietta Central. Second Thursday of the month. 10am. Merchants Walk Library, 1315 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta. More info: www. momsclubmariettacentral@yahoo.com. MOMS Club of Marietta North. 1st Wednesday of the month. 10am, Mtn. View Library, 3320 Sandy Plains Road. More info: Marion Hegedes, 678-4948887.
MOMS Club of Marietta Northeast. 1st Monday of the month. 10:30am, Hope Presbyterian Church, 4101 Sandy Plains Road. More info: Wendy Diaz, 770-5091069. Moms in Touch. East Side Elementary. Every Tuesday 9:30am. Meeting location available on request. More info: Movita Stallworth, 770-321-1783, or mo633@ bellsouth.net. Moms in Touch. Groups meeting on various days & times. Encouraging, volunteering & praying for our Cobb students & schools. More info: Call Margie Crawford, 770-565-8389, or Mcraw10@bellsouth.net. Mothers and More - East Cobb. 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month at St. Catherine’s Episcopal Church, 681 Holt Road, 7pm. More info: http://www. mmeastcobb.homestead.com. Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS). 2nd Thursday (September-May) 9:45am. St. Peter & St. Paul Church, 1795 Johnson Ferry Road. More info: Call Peg Crew, 770-649-1980, or Robin Pongonis, 770565-7439. National Active and Retired Federal Employees (NARFE). 1st Wednesday of the month. 11:30am, Windy Hill Senior Center, 1885 Roswell Street, Smyrna. More info: 770-973-2834. Newcomers Club of Cobb County. February 17. 10am. John Knox Presbyterian Church, 505 Powers Ferry Road, Marietta. A variety of activities throughout the month as well. More info: Elsa, 770-956-7965 or Madge, 770971-1516. North Atlanta Business Association. Every Thursday, 11:45am-1:30pm, Piccadilly Cafe, Cobb Parkway. More info: Vic Anapolle, 770-971-3402. North Metro Mothers of Multiples Club. Third Monday of the month. 7:30pm, Mountain View Community Center, 3330 Sandy Plains Road. More info: 678-4450017 or www.northmetromultiples.org. Order Sons of italy in America Marietta lodge #2607. Second Monday of the month. 7pm, East Cobb Government Center, 4400 Lower Roswell Road. More info: 770-928-9314. Parents Without Partners. Meeting times vary. More info: Angela Dixon, 404-4220768 or pwpchapter698.org. Peach State Depression Glass Collectors Club. 2nd Tuesday of the month. 7pm, East Marietta Library, 2051 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: 770368-9790. Polk Street Speakers Toastmasters. First & Third Tuesday of the month, 7:309:00pm, St. James Episcopal Church, 161 Church Street, Marietta. More info: www.polkstreetspeakers.org. President’s Toastmasters Club. First, third and fifth Wednesday of each month. Improve your speaking skills and build confidence. Free. 6:30-8:30pm. Merchant’s Walk Library, 1315 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta. More info: Lisa Goodman, 404-245-1393 or www. presidentstm.org. Retired Military Association of North Georgia. Monthly meeting. 2pm. East Cobb Senior Center, 3332 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta. More info: 770-9712963.
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Greenwald & Company, P is a CPA .C. firm serving East Cobb for over 18 years. We provide a full range of tax and accounting services for C & S Corporations, Partnerships, LLCs, individuals and other entities. Greenwald & Company is a Certified QuickBooks Pro Advisor and provides personalized training and set-up. We also provide IRS and Georgia tax problem resolution services and representation. Please call us at 770-956-1717 or email at info@cpa-atlanta.com. ART lESSONS Oil painting workshop by Alle Craig. March 20-22 at Olivia Morgan’s, 4936 Lower Roswell, Marietta, GA 30068. For information call 404-806-9631 or 678772-0766. BiCYClE REPAiR Bicycle repair. Free pickup and delivery in Cobb County. Call Bikeabout Bicycles, 678-910-1614.
Quality childcare in my home. East Cobb Merchants Walk area. 21 years experience. Bi-lingual. References available. Childcare diploma and CPR. Call 770-971-8704.
Would you like your home decorated like the ones in magazines? If you want to be unique - we’ll bring ideas, photos, and samples for everything for your home - window treatments, bedding, pillows, chair covers, table toppers, upholstery, and much more. We make it all and installation is included. One of a kind “Designer Services” for “Workroom Prices.” Call Bren - A “BIT” Original, 404-457-1508 or email to biterry1@comcast.net.
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FOR SAlE Two Burial Plots in the “Catholic Section” of Arlington Memorial Park. 2 spaces available with two lined vaults and two opening and closing fees, today’s prices $13,680. Will sell for $10,900. Call 770-476-4734 HAiR SAlON upscale East Cobb Salon. Booth Rental. Salon Carastro 770-509-5550. Great Environment! HANDYMAN Mr. Do-It-All specializes in doing the “Honey Do’s”, minor electrical and plumbing, wood rot replacement, and odd jobs. We do basements and remodels as well. Call 770-516-4292 for free estimates. HOME iMPROVEMENTS Remodeling and repair. 35 years experience, licensed, insured. Ralph, 404-9361771. Free estimates. MAiD SERViCE I will clean your house at a reasonable price. Trusted and reliable. Free estimates. References available. Call Nea, 678-643-2597 MARTiAl ARTS Self-defense. Private Lessons. Practical, effective. Near the Marietta Square. Call Louie at 678-910-1614. PERSONAl SERViCE Need things to get done? Part-time infant care; Drive kids to after school activities & bring home; Run errands for seniors or anyone needing things done. Shop, deliver, doctor’s appointments, etc. Personal chef services. Also, pet care in your home when needed. Great references, non-smoker. Call Hope at 770-924-4498 or 770-924-4495. PiANO lESSONS Piano lessons in your home. I come to you. Exciting and fun teacher with years of experience throughout Cobb County. Annual recitals, references available upon request. Call Kris at 404434-6681. www.krisokun.com/piano. REAl ESTATE WANTED We buy houses in any condition. Call Brooksie at 404-918-7660. RESuME WRiTER “What you meant to say!” Professional writer prints forms your resume/profile with “Look At Me Copy!”. Call Ruth. 770-5659292. www.rivendellbnb.com/myownwriter TAi CHi Tai Chi for life. Optimize yourself. Private lessons. Call Louie, 678-910-1614. TENNiS Atlanta’s new way to play, find a player today: www.Tennis4fun.com. WEDDiNG PHOTOGRAPHY Full coverage professional photography for weddings and events from $575. Call Greg at 678-557-9890 or visit www.bedingfieldphotography.com
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Alzheimers Support Group. 2nd Thursday of the Month. 7:30 pm, Sunrise Assisted Living, 1551 Johnson Ferry Road. More info: Earnestine Reese, 770-509-0919. Autism Spectrum Support Group of Cobb County. Supporting parents with information and resources as well as social connections. Third Thursday of each month during school year. 9:3011:30am or 7-9pm. Mt. Bethel united Methodist Church, 4385 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: www. asgcob.com Babywearing Group. Koalamommas, North Atlanta’s resource for help, support, and information about baby carriers of all kinds. Meets monthly, meeting dates/time vary. More info: Jennifer Worrell, 770-516-4192, or jenniferworrell@bellsouth.net. Bereavement Support. 1st and 3rd Wednesday, 5pm. Counseling Room in Parish Office. St. Ann’s Catholic Church, 4905 Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: 770-552-6400 ext. 6020. Breast Cancer Support Group, Sisters of Support (SOS), 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month, 7pm. Childcare is provided. St. Andrew united Methodist Church, 3455 Canton Rd., Marietta. More info: Sandy, 770-926-3488 or umccare@fdn.com. Cancer Support Group for patients, families and friends who are learning to live with a diagnosis of cancer. First Wednesday of the month, 7:30 pm. Room 10, St. Ann’s Catholic Church, 4905 Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: 770-552-6400 ext. 6104. Career Quest. Job network, resume reviewing & interview skills. Every Tuesday, 7:30-10pm . St. Ann’s Catholic Church, 4905 Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: 770-552-6400 ext. 6104. Caregiver Support Group. 1st Monday of the month. 10:30 am-12 pm. Mt. Bethel Older Adult Center, 4608 Lower Roswell Rd., Marietta. Care provided for loved one during meeting. Open to the community. More info: 770-579-9224. Caregiver Support Group for those caring for elderly, chronically ill or disabled persons. Second Saturday of the month, 9:30 am, Room 12, St. Ann’s Catholic Church, 4905 Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: 770-5526400, ext. 6020. Cobb Parents of Multiples. 2nd Monday each month. 7:15pm. North Metro Church, 2305 Barrett Parkway, Marietta. More info: www.cpomc.org. Compassionate Friends for grieving parents, grandparents, and siblings. First Tuesday of the month, 7 pm, First Baptist Church, 148 Church Street, Marietta. More info: Kathy Kelcourse, 770-579-3512 or email: kathzkel@ yahoo.com. Crystal Meth Anonymous. Wellstar offers their behavioral health services at no cost to any member of the community. Each Friday. 8pm. Wellstar Development Center, Outpatient Counseling Services, 2000 South Park Place, Atlanta. More info: 770-9566464. Diabetes Support Group offered by WellStar Health System. Second Tuesday of the month. 6:30 – 8 pm. McLaren Mill Office Park, 531 Roselane Street, Suite 100, Marietta. More info: 770-793-7818. DivorceCare: 13 week seminar/support group for those who are separated or divorced. Wednesdays, 6:30-8pm. Room 311, Johnson Ferry Baptist Church, 955 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta. More info: Kitty, 770-794 -2978. DivorceCare 4 Kids. For kids whose parents are going through or have gone through divorce. Wednesday, 6:30-8pm, Johnson Ferry Baptist Church, 955 Johnson Ferry Road. Room 308. More info: Kitty, 770-794-2978 Divorce/Separated Support Group. Provides emotional support to individuals in our community in crisis due to either divorce or separation. Tuesdays, 8 pm, St. Ann’s Catholic Church, Room 20, 4905 Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: 770-552-6400 ext. 6020. Domestic Violence Support Groups. Sessions in English and Spanish. Wednesdays. 6:45-8:15pm. Childcare available for children 6 weeks to 12 years. Children over 12 may attend and learn childcare skills. The Mansour Center, 995 Roswell Street, Marietta. More info: 770-427-3390. Families of Children under Stress (FOCuS). FOCuS is there to help – to listen and cry, to inform and educate, and to offer programs for the families and the child with special needs. Every fourth Thursday. 10am. Chick-Fil-A, 1201 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta. More info: Angie, 770-234-9111, angie@focus-ga.org, or www.focus-ga.org. Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Group. 2nd & 4th Tuesdays. 7:15pm. Special Guest Speaker. Transfiguration Church, Room 102, 1815 Blackwell Road, Marietta. More info: Jeannie, 770-919-9275. Grief and loss Support Group Grief and Loss Support Groups are offered through the East Cobb Jewish Family & Career Services office. If you have experienced the loss of someone significant in your life, call Barbara Dolin, M.Ed., LPC, CT, for information and to reserve a slot at 770-933-0081. GriefShare Recovery Seminar and Support Group. Meets each Monday evening. 6:30pm. No child care provided. GriefShare features nationally recognized experts on grief and recovery topics. Johnson Ferry Baptist Church, 955 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta. More info: Kitty, 770-794-2978. Job Seekers Meeting. 1st and 3rd Saturday each month. 8-9:30am. Breakfast provided. Job search advice, search strategies, job leads and company contacts. Eastminster Presbyterian Church, 3125 Sewell Mill Road, Marietta. More info: Mike Moran, 770-516-1113. loneliness Bereavement Support Group. Every Tuesday, 12 noon. Pilgrimage united Church of Christ, 3755 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta. More info: 770-423-5959. Mothers Circle Group. Are you a mother raising Jewish children but you are not Jewish? Free education and support through a 16 week course. Groups are held in Marietta, Intown and North Fulton. More info: Suzette Cohen, suzette@themotherscircle.org or www. themotherscircle.org. Narcotics Anonymous. Wellstar offers their behavioral health services at no cost to any member of the community. Monday-Friday: 12:15pm; Tuesday/ Thursday: 8pm; Saturday: 11am. Wellstar Development Center, Outpatient Counseling Services, 2000 South Park Place, Atlanta. Info: 770-956-6464. Overeaters Anonymous, a support group for those who suffer from the need to compulsively overeat. MondayWednesday-Friday. 10am. St. Ann’s Catholic Church, 4905 Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: Betsy: 404-2264931. Sexual Assault Support Group. Mondays. 7pm. YWCA of Northwest Georgia, 48 Henderson Street, Marietta. More info: 770-427-2902. St. Andrew uMC Sisters of Support (SOS) Breast Cancer Support Group. Ongoing support and comfort for breast cancer survivors and patients undergoing treatment. Programs, speakers, art therapy and fellowship. Childcare upon request. First and third Thursday of each month. 7pm. St. Andrew united Methodist Church, Building B Community Room, 3455 Canton Road, Marietta. More info: Sandy Klingler, 770-9263488. Visions Anew Women’s Divorce Support Group. First Thursday and third Wednesday of the month. 7 pm. East Cobb Government Center, 4400 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta. More info: 770-953-2882.
How to get your Support Group listed: Help us help others by letting the East Cobb community know about your support group meetings. Please include name of group, days you meet, how often, what time, location of your meeting – be sure to include street addresses, contact name and phone number. If you have a website, be sure to include that, too! Support Group listings must be received by the 15th of the month. Submit items to: supportgroups@eastcobber.com. Listings are free to non-profit groups.
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5 BD, 4 BA. Immaculate, incredible custom built home! This traditional home has a true great room, open kitchen with new stainless appliances. Front to back screen porch. Second floor has a huge room with brick fireplace & built in bookcases.
$350,000
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CHERyL BRIGHT SCHALK 678-428-8612
3 BD, 2.5 BA. Wonderful retreat in Cherokee county! Relax on the peaceful rocking chair front porch. This home features a spacious open floor-plan with a Teen or Pre-teen suite, finished basement. Enjoy a dip in the pool on a large private lot, in fenced back yard.
259,900
RIVERSTONE AT WILDWOOD $414,250
3 BD, 3.5 BA. Upscale brick Townhome high end finishes. Enormous gourmet kitchen, formal dining room, and great room with fireplace & built-ins. Inviting master suite has sitting rm/ exquisite bath, CA. closets. Terrace level offers family room, guestroom & office. End unit, 2 decks, and 2 car garage & premium lot.
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2 BD, 1.5 BA. Great location gated community. This upscale, condo is located inside the perimeter. Hardwood floors, granite in kitchen.
$245,000
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3 BD, 1 BA. Brick beauty on dream lot features spacious family and dining rooms, open kitchen to separate living room with door to rear patio, hardwood floors underneath carpet, shows very well/ move in ready, park like fenced rear yard with room to grow, hard to find this much home for under$100K.
$99,900
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miCHAeL dAuGHeRTY 404-388-6960
4 BD, 4.5 BA. A rare find! Live on one level in oversized, spacious rooms throughout. Two master size bedrooms on main on opposite ends of house. Absolute Dream! Updated kitchen with high end stainless appliances and granite, huge breakfast area, expansive deck across entire rear of home, full finished basement, too.
$685,000
WHiTe COLumNs
5 BD, 3 BA. Exceptionally spacious, very light and bright! Oversized kitchen, with island, breakfast bar and large breakfast area. Computer room/ planning desk off kitchen. Private lot on cul-desac. Basement finished with media room 6th bedroom or office. Master suite has sitting area.
$675,000
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4 BD, 4.5 BA. This beautiful brick home is located on quiet cul-de-sac, in a great swim tennis community with award winning school district. Open two story foyer, 9 ft. ceilings and spacious rooms.
$489,000
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RAY BRuCKeR
404-667-2244
5 BD, 2.5 BA. Spotless home from top to bottom! Awesome new kitchen with Silestone counters, new cabinets, new appliances with large bright breakfast area. Master bath and hall bath both updated with new vanities, flooring and tile. Giant backyard suitable for anything.
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$300,000
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678-229-2800
4 BD, 2.5 BA. Gorgeous well maintained home in desirable swim/tennis subdivision. Spacious tiled kitchen opens to family room. Very bright with a lot of light, hardwoods on 1st floor, stairs and 2nd floor hall. All bathrooms have updated tile floors. Close to shopping, great location!
$182,000
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mARiA BARNeTTe
404-202-6938
3 BD, 2.5 BA. This home is priced to sell and shows like a 10! New granite counters, fresh paint throughout, new roof with dimensional shingles, new carpet, Hardi siding, spacious great room with fireplace, huge master suite up, walk in closet, best fenced rear yard in East Cobb.
$219,900
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miCHAeL dAuGHeRTY 404-388-6960
5 BD, 4 BA. Brand new home with $100 drop in price for quick sale. Features 4 sided brick, three car garage, hardwood floors on main level, granite counters in gourmet kitchen, maple cabinets, Travertine tile in all baths, bedroom on main, Juliet balcony overlooks two story great room & foyer.
$599,900
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