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Volume 13, No. 5

MAY 2017

MEMORIAL DAY CEREMONY TO MARK CENTENNIAL OF WORLD WAR I

The God’s Light Youth Choir of Smyrna First United Methodist Church sings the National Anthem at the April 19 Braves game. Director Kim Duggins brought 65 youth to the game for the 12th year running. “It’s a tradition,” she said. “We started this so that the kids would know the National Anthem.” Photo: Atlanta Braves

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Warren and MaryJane LeCroy cheer the Braves at the opening game.

Cobb fans reacted positively to the Braves’ new home at SunTrust Park and even report that the expected traffic problems are less than expected.

“The traffic Armageddon didn’t happen as people had predicted,” said District 2 Commission Bob Ott. “It took me just 11 to 15 minutes to get there from my house.”

The ballpark and The Battery drew praise from those who attended the opening game on April 14 as the Braves beat the San Diego Padres 5 to 2. There was a full house on opening night with 41,149 tickets sold.

“The excitement and energy in the Battery was palpable,” said Jodi A. Miller, a Vinings lawyer. “Of course it was the grand opening, but it looks like it's going to be everything Cobb County and the Braves hoped it would be. Well done, Cobb County!

Welcome home Braves!”

MaryJane LeCroy of Smyrna is a season ticket holder and was impressed.

“We thoroughly enjoyed SunTrust Park during opening weekend,” she said. “The ballpark itself has a more intimate feeling with great views. Food and beverage choices are abundant and go far beyond the standard hot dogs, peanuts and Coke. There certainly is something for everyone.”

Ceremonies marked the opening game with nods to the players who have had their numbers retired, a presentation of Jerseys from Braves top staff to County Commissioners and even a military jet flyover. The first pitch was trown by Hank Aaron to Bobby Cox, just as they had done to close out the team’s run at The Ted. Traffic was on the minds of fans and officials before and after the game. Even The Governor chimed in.

“You can get there without any real problem, Gov. Nathan Deal said. “We didn’t even have to use the blue lights.”

“So far, there have been no major traffic problems caused by Braves traffic,” said Ron Sifen of Vinings. “There have been some localized spots on Circle 75 Parkway, Windy Ridge Parkway, and Interstate North Parkway where traffic can back up perhaps Continued on Page 4

Marking the centennial of America’s entry into World War I, The city of Smyrna will hold its annual Memorial Day ceremony on Monday, May 29 at 9:30 a.m.

In addition to the ceremony there will be displays of military equipment which include current and vintage military and security vehicles and weaponry, a US Marine Patrol Boat, H3 Hummer and rock wall and other attractions.

The Georgia Army National Guard Band, Campbell High School JROTC, and USAF Honor Guard will all be participating in the ceremony.

This year’s featured speakers will be MG (Select) Jesse Simmons, Jr., commander of the Georgia Air National Guard, and CPT Donna Rowe, Vietnam theater US Army Nurse Corps.

Ceremony sponsors include The City of Smyrna, Smyrna Veterans Committee, Veterans Memorial Association of Smyrna, American Legion Post 160, Northwest Speakers, Smyrna Rotary Club, Jonquil City Kiwanis, Chick-fil-A of South Cobb, and JWC Real Estate.

The event will be at the Smyrna Veterans Memorial at 2800 King St. (between Smyrna City Hall and the Smyrna Library).

The event and parking are free. The rain location is the Smyrna Community Center.

World War I created the notion of America as a superpower. World War I started in August 1914, as France, Germany, Russia, Austria-Hungary, Serbia, the British Empire

A color guard presents the flags at Smyrna's Memorial Day Ceremony. and others went to war. What was expected to be a quick, decisive war became a long and costly stalemate, where millions died or were wounded.

The United States joined the fight on April 6, 1917. WWI finally ended at 11 a.m. on November 11, 1918. More than 21 million had died; 11,700 of whom were Americans. Another 21 million from all nations were wounded.

ART AT THE FOUNTAIN

Patrons at the Spring Jonquil Festival in Smyrna had the opportunity to paint portions of a community mural that will be assembled and placed in the Community Center. Above, Carrie Tankersly of the Smyrna Arts and Cultural Council helps Elizabeth Castaneda, a first grader at Fair Oaks Elementary, hang up her painting. Below, The Van Dyke family of Smyrna, Tony, Tracey, Tianna, and Tiffani, work on tier portion of the mural.

“Thank you, artists and volunteers who participated in the show at the Jonquil Festival,” a council member said. “The art was beautiful and the volunteers were amazing.”

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By Cathy Shattles Lipsett Editor/Publisher May is the month for celebrating both Mother’s Day and Mental Health Month.

There should be a tie in with the two. Several things come to mind.

One: how many people have been in therapy discussing issues with their mothers. Is this just a myth from television movies and sit-coms or reality? I rather think it’s more the latter.

Two: motherhood can bring on depression. The famous post-partum blues are definitely a reality for many moms. A trained physician may be needed to bring back the good mental health.

Three: the joy of motherhood can bring joy that aids in good mental health.

Motherhood is a life-long job. It’s one of the toughest jobs on earth. For most moms it means lack of sleep and worry about another person. It can mean skipped meals making sure little ones are fed and forsaking new wardrobes to cloth constantly growing children.

There’s no such thing as a perfect mother. Mothers come in all shapes and sizes, all temperaments, and educational levels. Mothers bring their own childhood baggage to the role and there is no training that can prepare a mother for all the challenges that will come her way.

Here is a snapshot of three mothers who have overcome challenges. One, in order to bond with her son, took him on a weeklong hike along the Appalachian Trail.

She wasn’t a hiker, but set out, determined to help him and create a bond between the two of them. It took almost the entire week to begin to reach that bonding, but she persisted. She continues to climb the trail, sometimes with her son, sometimes with friends and soon will have climbed the entire Appalachian.

Another mother, an extended family member, has a young son with severe disabilities from a genetic syndrome. He has seen almost more days at Children’s Healthcare than at home. Finishing law school just before her son was born; she passed the bar and put her career on hold, devoting her time to her sons, a second child born without the genetic disabilities.

Fortunately, she has an incredible support system with her husband and parents. Her life is centered on her children and she is an amazing mother.

A third mother, one we interviewed for our media client, Cobb and Douglas Community Services Boards, told her story of meth addiction, and how she was in danger of losing her children. Her story is one of many similar stories that we have heard from clients at “Mothers Making a Change.” This mother, not quite 21, already had three children and an addiction that was ruling her life, and it took the loss of her children and a court order to compel her to seek help. When we interviewed her, she was in recovery, had her children back in her custody and had turned her life around.

Motherhood is a destination and a journey. Once the child is yours, you have reached the motherhood destination. You have the title, “mother”, and it’s yours to enjoy. And, at the same time, your journey as a mother has just begun. It will take you down roads untraveled. You will walk with other mothers on the same journey, yet have your own adventures; your own challenges and joys.

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ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IS COMING FAST

By Dr. Derek Conte to the ‘internet of everything’ (IOE), to I recently listened to an interesting include humans and animals as a part of the podcast about the rapid progress of artifiprojected network. Thousands of orbiting cial intelligence and the plan to introduce satellites are being rapidly manufactured 5G-speed internet globally as announced to cover every square inch of the globe to at the Mobile World Congress for the telefacilitate the ‘new world neural network’. phone industry held in Barcelona, One can now see the deeper value Spain on Feb 27-Mar 3, 2017. The in the collection of ‘metadata’ by host of the podcast was in attenGoogle, Amazon, Facebook and dance as well as 100,000 others. the rest of the giants?

I am not a tech expert in any Third World countries will way, but as a person who will be have the same web connectivity impacted (as we all will be) by and speed as developed countries these coming changes, I am very virtually overnight. While at first interested. Many of the words and look this seems like a wonderful phrases that follow are not my own Dr. Derek Conte happening, can these simple socibut from the host and his guests, so eties handle such a massive tech I have put what follows in quotes. It is an jump without first adapting to the gradencapsulation of the podcast I heard: ual steps developed countries struggled “’The Global Brain’ was the opening through over hundreds of years? 2030 was subject of the symposium. Most people the first target date for this tech deployhave no idea what is coming. In India, ment, but the prediction has been sped up the prime minister, Narendra Modi, to 2025. used holograms of himself to campaign The host also speculates that ‘Virin remote places without having to actutual Reality’ tech will be so sense-filling, ally be there. Also in India, they project emotionally enveloping and profound, that a robot police force by 2030, and the first people might mistake this experience for robot police will be on the streets in 2017. a true spiritual revelation. Will this lead Many things of great significance some to found new virtual churches? And were said and predicted during the conwhat will the implications be? ference. For example, there will be more Also mentioned at the symposium robots than humans in 30 years. Singularwere terms like ‘Augmented Reality’ or ity (the point where robots will be as smart ‘Mediated Reality’(as distinct from Viras humans) is coming. AI computers will tual Reality), which will alter, by enhancsoon have IQ’s of 10,000. An average ing or detracting from, how we view the human IQ is counted at 100. real world, and the idea of a ‘Distributed Cars are driving themselves now. As Mind’ or ‘Mind-Plex” will allow the colthis trend grows will there be less need lection of all the thoughts of all the people for mechanics, car washes? Will the next on the globe, simultaneously, and bounce car you buy be the last car you own? With back commands to all, via ‘Ubiquitous ostensibly fewer accidents, what will be the Connectivity’ in order to ‘raise consciouseffect on organ donation? Many jobs will ness and cooperation of all people’. become obsolete. Even doctors may be 5G tech is the vital link necessary to replaced. We already have remote robotic achieve this new world-encompassing surgery and toilet bowls are being protechnology, a seamless real-time network duced right now that can actually diagnose with no informational delays. Like a beesome diseases and bracelets are uploading hive, will everyone know everything about to the cloud information on peoples’ heart everything else in the present moment? rates, blood pressure, activity characterVerizon and AT&T will roll out 5G istics and, of course our locations at all in 13 cities in 2017, Atlanta being one of times via our cell phones. the cities chosen. In fact, AT&T has sold The mobile telephone industry will be all their cell towers. ‘Because the towers used to create the infrastructure in the 5G, are technological dinosaurs and are no which is far beyond a mere ‘next generation longer needed’. improvement’ over 4G. It is a ‘quantum leap’ into data transfer at unimaginable Dr. Derek Conte is co-founder of speeds with virtually no delays. 5G will Chiropractic Specialists at 1154 Concord be tested in some cities in 2017. This will Road in Smyrna. For questions, call 404extend the ‘internet of things’ (IOT) like 784-6008. Also visit: drderekconte.com smart TV’s and home security systems for more articles, photos, info.

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BRAVES' OPENING DAY A HIT WITH FANS

Continued from Page 1 a tenth of a mile. The interstates and arterials such as Cobb Parkway have not experienced backups due to anything related to the Braves.”

“Many predicted the Cumberland area would be a bad location, and there was not much transit, and traffic would be much worse than traffic at Turner Field. Braves traffic at Turner Field used to back up I-75 for miles, and traffic around the stadium was terrible. So far, the Cobb County location is proving to be a superior location, and is causing dramatically less traffic problems than the downtown Atlanta location.”

Fans packed the Cumberland Connector bus that ran a loop from the Cumberland Transit Station to the ballpark. Many had gotten on at the MARTA Arts Center Station and caught the CobbLinc bus.

Bruce LaBudde of Smyrna caught the Cumberland Connector on Cobb Parkway to the Battery.

“It was fabulous,” he said, noting that he had a long history of Braves games. “I went to the Braves’ opening game in Atlanta with my dad in 1966.”

Ms. Miller said that she was proven wrong about Braves traffic.

“I just couldn't see how it could work

successfully,” she posted on Facebook.

“I could not believe how smoothly traffic moved around the stadium (in the opener).

At 5:30 the Windy Hill and SunTrust Park exits were clear and moving well. In fact, you hardly would have noticed that there was a home game.”

Russ Lutterbie and Rhenna Rice attend the opening game, decked out in their Braves' jerseys .

SMYRNA DENTIST OFFICE NOW OPEN

Dr. Fathima Ambrin, DDS, welcomes patients with a more efficient, secure and new patients to the newest dental office in time-saving process while removing the town, Smyrna Dentist Office at 2995 Atlanta need for cumbersome paperwork.

Every operatory in the new office is Road, St. 200, Smyrna.

Located in the Jonquil Shopping outfitted with an individual television screen Center, Smyrna Dentist Office held its grand so patients can watch DIRECTV while they opening and ribbon cutting April 20, After are having their dental work done. The opening in March. The Office Manager is office also utilizes digital x-rays which are safer for the patient, reducing exposure to Alexis Williams.

Smyrna Dentist Office, a Smile Gen- radiation and enhancing overall patient care.

With the use of the modern CEREC® eration-trusted office, is equipped with advanced technologies including home- CAD/CAM dentistry, patients can enjoy the based registration capabilities, digital x-rays and CEREC® CAD/CAM dentistry. The use of this technology allows patients to enjoy the office’s products and services while receiving high quality patient care.

Dr. Ambrin began practicing dentistry in 2002 in the UAE. In 2014, she moved to the U.S. and completed her dental degree in Colorado. Dr. Ambrin is married, and together they have four handsome boys. She is a passionate cook and a loving person who loves to help Dr. Fathima Ambrin, center, and her staff welcome people in any way she can. She and patents to the new Smyrna Dentist Office. her family love the outdoors, having hiked in the Rockies in Colorado and Yel- convenience of same-day dentistry. Patients lowstone in Wyoming. Dr. Ambrin plays no longer have to worry about messy tennis with her family and is trying her hand impressions and scheduling multiple trips to at golf. She also enjoys Louisiana-style sea- the dentist in order to have a crown done. food, barbequing, and experiencing differ- CEREC® CAD/CAM is less invasive and delivers a durable, natural looking crown ent cultures with her family.

She earned her DDS at University that is a precise fit. For every CEREC® of Colorado School of Dental Medicine; CAD/CAM that is completed at Smyrna Aurora, CO, and her BDS at Karnatak Uni- Dentist Office, a donation will be made to charity: water. Charity: water is a non-profit versity, India.

“As my patient, you can expect a organization bringing clean, safe drinking thorough and careful assessment of your water to people in developing countries.

The dental care team at Smyrna Denoral health using the latest equipment,” Dr. Ambrin said. “As your dentist, I pledge to tist Office believes in giving back and in give all of my attention to your condition supporting the Smyrna community. In addiwhile you are in my care. Your treatment tion to participating in community outreach plan will be personalized to you so that you events, Smyrna Dentist Office supports can achieve the level of oral health and the local charities such as the Smyrna Public Safety Foundation as well as offering supbeautiful smile that you deserve.”

Patients will be able to begin their reg- port to local schools. She is a member of istration process at home via a web-based the American Dental Association and Alpha system. Utilizing technology for necessary Omega Alpha Society. She has volunteered patient history and information provides with Colorado Mission of Mercy and Give Kids A Smile.

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POLICE, FIRE OFFICERS TO HOLD BLOCK PARTY

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2017 1st Quarter Snapshot for our market area*

A Public Education Block Party will be held May 20 at Cobb Park in Smyrna to bring together first responders and the public for food, fun and music.

Cobb County Police and Smyrna police will be present along with Fire and emergency personnel such as Community Emergency Response Team (CERT), Austell Community Task Force, Animal Control, the Neighborhood Safety Commission and Safe Kids Cobb County.

The event will run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Cobb Park, 2776 Sanford St., Smyrna.

Average Sales Price 7% increase!

List to sales price 99% average for 2017 YTD Average Days on Market 2016: 55 days, 2017: 46 days

FORTIS COLLEGE SETS OPEN HOUSE AT NEW SMYRNA CAMPUS

Fortis College in Smyrna is having a party…and Atlanta is invited to attend.

On Wednesday, May 17, Fortis College-Smyrna at 2140 South Cobb Drive, is hosting its Spring Festival and Grand Open House from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. for its day students, and from 6-8 p.m. for evening students. The event, which is being held inside the campus building and in the parking lot, will include arts & crafts, games, food, live entertainment, a raffle…and more.

Atlanta’s #1 Hit Music Station – Power 96.1 (WWPW-FM) – kicks things off from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. with a radio remote featuring station personalities, deejays and, of course, the top music hits. There’ll also be a Corn Hole contest and other tailgate games, life-sized block-stacking Jenga, a cook-out with tasty food from the grill, ice cream, popcorn machine, photo booth and many more fun activities.

Highlights will include an outdoor version of “Family Feud” from 12-1 p.m., that will be repeated from 6:30-7:30 p.m. during the evening session, and a dunk tank to “Sink the Campus President.” A donation of a non-perishable or canned food item to benefit Must Ministries gives attendees an opportunity to help others and a chance to soak the school’s administrator.

Also on Wednesday, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Fortis Dental Hygiene and Dental Assisting students and staff are partnering with area daycare centers and a local elementary/middle school to provide no-cost dental screenings; the Medical Assisting Department will offer no-cost health screenings; and the campus Welding and HVAC programs will conduct equipment demonstrations. Welding students also will display metal works of art they’ve created.

The school’s EMS Department will have a fire truck on display, an ambulance that guests can hop inside and check out, and a Cadaver Lab inside the campus that’s sure to spark interest. (It may sound gross, but it’s actually quite interesting.)

It will be a healthy, enlightening, and fun day for students, staff, kids and community residents.

The Fortis College Spring Festival and Grand Open House may be the first opportunity for community residents to tour the school’s new campus, which opened last fall in Cobb Center adjacent to the International Academy of Smyrna. In their new setting, students and staff enjoy classrooms designed to enhance learning, updated laboratories with the latest equipment and healthcare technology, and a brand new Dental Clinic where students and staff provide no-charge or discounted services to the community.

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It also energizes and centers an individual in small group fitness and yoga classes; and de-stresses Pam Lasier welcomes you to Thrive Beyond Fitness and relaxes tired muscles with in Vinings. reflexology and massage.

Monumental changes, a love for teachOther benefits of spending time at Thrive are to pamper your skin with a full ing and hiking the Appalachian Trail stirred line of esthetic services and rejuvenate your a passion for adventure in Pam. She spent a spirit on luxury wellness retreats. At Thrive, week on the Appalachian Trail with her son clients can join motivating health discus- as a bonding experience. Since then, she has sions and interactive nutrition workshops hiked most of it, becoming a nature-based and benefit from Thrive at Work with cut- life coach. (She still has some 300 miles ting-edge strategic planning and leadership to compete in Maine.) With 23 years as an experienced educator, life coach, fitness development programs.

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“Go alone or with a group of friends That vision became a passion – educating, inspiring, and empowering people to lead and colleagues, “said Pam. “It will be one of happier, healthier lives. The conversion of those defining moments in life. Your everypassions became Thrive Beyond Fitness – a day will become truly extraordinary.”

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HEART, SOUL AND SPINE OF THE COMMUNITY

By Amy Carrier critical moments, think Cobb Hospital for President, WellStar Cobb Hospital all your healthcare needs: Along with many of my neighbors and • If you’re having a baby, think Wellcolleagues, I feel blessed to live and work in Star Cobb Hospital. It’s one of only a few this culturally rich and diverse area. And, I hospitals in Georgia to earn the prestigious feel lucky to get to work at WellStar Cobb Baby-Friendly USA designation.

Hospital, the heart, soul and spine of the community.

Talk to anyone in economic development and they’ll tell you that high quality healthcare is critical for the growth of a community. That starts with the Emergency Department – or “ED” as we call it: • At Cobb Hospital, our team can care for you if you’ve got the flu or if you have a life-threatening emergency.

• We have an incredible communication system with first responders so that if someone is having a heart attack or a stroke, we can skip triage and intervene when the patient comes through the doors.

• If you need spine surgery, a knee • If there’s a devastating fire, our spe- replacement, or think robotic surgery is right cially trained burn services team is waiting. for you, think Cobb Hospital. We’re the only • As part of WellStar Health hospital in Georgia to receive merSystem, we have access to highly itorious status for surgical patient specialized neurological and outcomes from the American Coltrauma surgeons. lege of Surgeons National Surgical • And as a not-for-profit, we’re Quality Improvement Program. here to save lives whether our • If you or a family member patients have the ability to pay, or get that heartbreaking news about not. a cancer diagnosis, the team at Having access to emergency WellStar is here for you. Our comservices is critical to the commu- Amy Carrier passionate and specialized team nity’s financial and physical wellmembers and physicians offer supbeing. We surpassed caring for 100,000 port for the body, mind and spirit. patients in the ED last year and will care An ED is the backbone of a hospital. for thousands more in need of emergency We’re there for you 24/7. Whether it’s an or urgent care this year. But WellStar Cobb emergency or not, you can count on Cobb Hospital doesn’t stop at emergency services. Hospital to be there for you and your family If you value the level of care we can provide today, tomorrow and long into the future. you and your family members at your most

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YAARAB SHRINE CIRCUS IS BACK FOR 75TH YEAR

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New for 2017 is Lew-E Comedy Circus. The Master of Slapstick Comedy, Lew-E will delight crowds young and old as he mixes a special blend of silly comedy and magic. Saturday, May 20 and Saturday May 27, a huge fireworks display will fill the night for everyone to see.

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The Circus and Fair is coming to Jim R. Miller Park, 2245 Callaway Road, Marietta, May 20 -29. “Sneak-A-Peek-Ride-A-Thon” is Friday, May 19, with $10 unlimited rides (Only Carnival and food).

For the first time in Marietta see the Magnificent Big Cat Extravaganza and the Rage in the Cage presented by Bruno Blaszak. You won’t want to miss the aerial artistry to include Miss Celena, Miss Elena and Miss Ciara flying high above the crowd, as well as the Fearless Flight- The Flying Bells and the Transformation from Romania, the Bileas. This year will also feature the largest Asian male elephant in the worldThe Majestic Tarzan, as well as the American Show Camels presented by Ian Garden.

And no Shrine Circus would be complete without the hilarious Red Devil Clowns.

Once again you can catch a spectacular fireworks show on both Saturday nights of the Shrine Circus and you can roam the grounds to see all the FREE ground acts that include the Sea Lion Splash Show, the Kachunga the Alligator Show and new in 2017 is the Lew-E Comedy Circus Show for kids of all ages. Wade Shows always provide fun affordable family entertainment with 35 rides for all ages. Come be entertained and amazed then fill up on all your favorite carnival foods -- corn dogs, funnel cakes and cotton candy, just to name a few.

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MAY 13-21: GOOD MEWS SPRING MARKET. Good Mews Animal Foundation, a cage-free cat shelter, continues its spring market during May, weekends only. Friday May 19, 10 – 5 p.m.; Saturday May 13 and 20 from 10-5; and Sunday May 14 and 21, 12-5. 4708 Sandy Plains Road in the Sandy Plains Village shopping center, next to Walmart, at corner of Sandy Plains Rd and Hwy 92. One hundred percent of proceeds go for care of cats and kittens of Good Mews Please see the website at goodmews.org for full information and a flyer for downloading.

••• 13: MABLETON DAY Community Celebration. 8 – 4 p.m. Mable House Barnes Amphitheatre, 5239 Floyd Road, Mableton, The day begins with the Mableton Day 5K. Race starts at 8 a.m.

••• 16: VBA AFTER HOURS. Vinings Business Association monthly after hours in May at Crispina Ristorante & Pizzeria 3300 Cobb Pkwy May 16 5:30 - 7 p.m. No reservation required and guests welcome.

••• 20: CANDLELITE CONCERT. Domino A Van Morrison Experience. From May 20, 8 p.m. to 10 at Mable House Barnes Amphitheatre . The dates for the 2017 Candlelite Concert Series have been announced, so mark your calendars now for some great music under the stars. May 20, June 17, Aug. 19, and Sept. 16. www.southcobbarts. org.

••• 20: SMYRNA GARDEN TOUR. The 9th annual Keep Smyrna Beautiful Garden tour, May 20, from 10 until 4 p.m. The tour features five beautiful private gardens, the lovely Smyrna Elementary School garden, the Tea Room at the historic Taylor–Brawner House, and a plant sale. Tickets sold in advance at Neighbors Feed and Seed, Love Street, Vickery Hardware, the Bird and the Bee, the Community Center, and the Recycling Center. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 the day of the tour at the Taylor-Brawner House. The Tea Room will feature live music, delicious refreshments, a fabulous plant sale and a chance to visit with great local garden resources. For information contact Ann Kirk at 770-431-2863.

••• 23: JONQUIL GARDEN CLUB Master Gardener and shade gardening enthusiast Jack Driskell will present a dynamic, colorful program on kinds and new varieties of shade-loving plants for your garden, including hostas, aspidistra varieties, astillbe and many others at our May 23 Jonquil Garden Club meeting at 10:30 a.m. at Smyrna Library in the conference room. Jonquil Garden Club meets the 4th Tuesday of the month at 10:30 a.m. at the Library except for June, July and August, where meetings are announced by website or email.

JUNE 1: SBA. Smyrna Business Association, Community Center, 11:30 a.m. Thursday,June 14 with Speaker Chris Ragsdale, Cobb School Superintendent, For reservations: www.smyrnabusiness. org ••• 6: VBA. Vinings Business Association meets the first Tuesday of each month for lunch. Program: Personal And Company Branding, LinkedIn And Social Media. Networking and speakers from 11:30 to 1 p.m. Guests are always welcome! (no industry restrictions). Lunch June 6 at Hotel Indigo, 2857 Paces Ferry Road. A Business After-Hours is held the 3rd Tuesday of each month. www.viningsbusiness.com. 678-725-0099..

••• 7: SOUTH COBB BUSINESS. On June 7. The SCBA meets the first Wednesday of each month at 11:45 at Presbyterian Village, East-West Connector. www.sc-ba.org ••• 10: PLANT SALE. Jonquil Garden Club’s huge 8th Annual Plant Sale is June 10 at Smyrna Fresh (Farmer's) Market on King Street from 8 - 12 p.m. Over 350 plants, mostly perennials, for both sun and shade will be available at excellent prices as well as container gardens and garden art.

Special activities for children will be available.

For more information about programs or membership, call Shirley Priest at 770 433-3248 or see our website at www.jonquilgardenclub.org.

••• 15: AFTER HOURS SBA. Smyrna Business Association After Hours June 15 at Alpine Sign Studio, Oakdale Road, Smyrna, from 5:30 to 7.

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24: 1ST ANNUAL TOUGHEST DAD - June 24th Hosted by Yongsa Martial Arts with all profits benefiting the SPSF. This event is intended to be a bonding opportunity between Dad and family. Dad is the contestant and the family is his cheerleaders. Learn more at toughestdad.com WEEKLY EVENTS BOY SCOUT TROOP 61 meets every Monday night at 7:30 p.m. in the Troop Lodge at Bethany Methodist Church at the intersection of Hurt and Hicks Roads. Cub Pack 61 meets Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. in the Bethany Gym. ••• BOY SCOUT TROOP ONE meets every Sunday at 4:30 p.m. New Scouts Welcome! 2845 Log Cabin Drive, Smyrna (off Atlanta Road). www.bsatroop1.net ••• SMYRNA BOY SCOUT Smyrna Boy Scout Troop 11 meets at Smyrna First United Methodist Church every Tuesday evening 7:30- 9 p.m.

Contact us at 770-883-1123. Website: www. smyrnatroop11.com.

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THE LORD’S STOREHOUSE sponsored by Shaw Temple AME Zion Church provides free of charge clothing, small household items, canned goods and toiletries to needy families, individuals and shelters. We also accept donated items in gently used and clean condition. We are located at 775 Hurt Road, SW, Smyrna Ga. and are opened Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday from 10 am to 2 pm. For Info call Ms. Turner 678-437-5685 or email: 1MomTurner@ATT.net ••• MUSEUM: Free admission at the Smyrna Museum, 2861 Atlanta Road, Smyrna, Tuesday - Saturday 10 a.m. to 4. Check Facebook at "Smyrna History Museum" for upcoming Museum events.

See www.smyrnahistory.org for Museum volunteer opportunities and membership.

••• SMYRNA BUSINESS EXCHANGE: The Smyrna Business Exchange is Smyrna’s premier close contact networking group representing over 30 local businesses (and growing). The Smyrna Business Exchange meets at the Smyrna Community Center every Thursday morning from 7-8:30 a.m. Questions or to RSVP for a complimentary visit, call Jeff Daxe at 770-7955079 (or email at jad@mijs.com).

••• JONQUIL CITY KIWANIS SMYRNA: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Wolfe Senior Center, 884 Church Street, Smyrna.

••• SMYRNA OPTIMIST: 7 a.m. Friday, American Legion Post 160, 160 Legion Drive, Smyrna.

••• SMYRNA ROTARY: noon Tuesday, Brawner Hall, Smyrna. For further information, see www.

SmyrnaRotary.com ••• TOASTMASTERS: Interstate North Toastmasters at 3100 Cumberland Boulevard. We meet every Monday at 6:30 p.m. Visit our website: 2823. toastmastersclubs.org ••• TOASTMASTERS: T-Toasters. Paces West, 2727 Paces Ferry Rd., Bldg 1. We meet Wednesday nights at 6 p.m. and welcome visitors. Visit www.ttoasters.com to find out more.

••• VININGS ROTARY: Noon. Wednesday, Georgian Club.

••• THE GALLERIA WORLDSPAN Wings Toastmasters Club Tuesdays 12 to 1 p.m., Building 300, main conference room.

FARMER’S MARKETS FARMERS ATLANTA ROAD MARKET (F.A.R.M.) Tuesdays through September from 4:30-7 p.m., 2160 Cooper Lake Road SE, Smyrna, FarmersAtlantaRoadMarket.org ••• MABLETON FARMERS MARKET, a MIC community project, begins its eighth season at the Mable House Complex at 5239 Floyd Road Thursday, June 1. Market days will be every Thursday, 8:30 to 12:30 p.m., through Aug. 24.

Come and shop for nutritious locally-grown fresh

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fruits and vegetables, eggs, homemade jams and you need a space in the nursery during our meetjellies, organic bars, bites, nuts and more. Vis- ings. For more info, visit www.smyrnafirstmops. itors will also experience quick and easy food com. preparation demonstrations.

••• ••• NEWCOMERS CLUB OF COBB COUNTY MARIETTA MARKET. En- meets every 3rdPage Tuesday 11, of the May month 10 a.m. Smyrna-Vinings The BrightFARMER’S Side 2016 joy fresh produce and goods from the Marietta noon. John Knox Presbyterian Church, 505 PowSquare Farmers Market every Saturday – rain or ness ers Ferry Road, Marietta, Visitors are resources welcome. and providing some employment us for the exciting presentation “New Perennial shine- 9 a.m.

– 12Brock, p.m. onAssistant the Historic Marietta September our localthrough youth. May. Species”

by Cliff Curator for for Square. info, visit www.mariettasquarefarm•••••• the State For Botanical Garden of Georgia, on Tuesersmarket.net.

SMYRNA LIONS PLANTJONQUIL SALE. Save the CLUB date forwelcomes Jonquil day, May 24, at 10:30 a.m. at Smyrna Library 11: • • • Jonquil Garden Club Garden guests and prospective members.

As aPlant part of the Club’s huge Seventh Annual Sale for our regularly scheduled SMYRNA FRESH PRODUCE world's largest service organization Saturday, June 11, from 8 a.m. simply to noonstatat meeting.

Jonquil Garden Club meetsMARKET, on the 4th on Saturdaysof May throughat September, 8 Smyra.m.to Smyrna ed: We Fresh serve. Check and Street. join as Sun we strive Marketusonout King and Tuesday each month 10:30 a.m. at noon, Smyrna First Baptist (parking 1275 shade to make our community a better place.

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4th groundcovers, herbsand willthe be for For information about programs or membership, als, Tuesday at noon.

Creative container gardens, accessories, and please contact Shirley Priest at 770-433-3248. sale.

MONTHLY OR MORE • •a song. Let our ‘little garden art are for sale •for Visit our website at www.jonquilgardenclub.org AMERICAN LEGION, 160. Membership SMYRNA LIBRARY GROUP: wagon” brigade help READING you get plants to the for more information aboutPost upcoming events and red Meeting at 7:30 p.m. every 3rd Tuesday and car. meets theorfirst Tuesday of each at 7 even p.m., Rain shine, we have great month plants and programs. serves breakfast from• •8 • a.m. to 10:30 a.m. on better at the prices!

SmyrnaMost Public Library, 100toVillage gallons priced sell at Green $4 to the 2nd Saturday of each month and the AMER- $7.

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Children will be delighted with our special ICAN LEGION AUXILIARY, Unit 160 Mem- educational activity “Making • • • Seed Bombs.” Sale bership Meeting at 7:30 p.m. every 3rd Tuesday proceeds SMYRNA STITCH-IN GROUP meets first Vinings fund our scholarship program andthe other Monday in the class room at Hobby Lobby, 1355 educational projects.

East-West Connector, Austell. If you like to cross stitch, do crewel work, needlepoint, WEEKLY EVENTS etc. and want a-Vinings to meet women in the area, please come join us.

AMERICAN LEGION POST 264, 6251 Ivey ww.brightsidecobb.com Contact Phyllis Whittingham at pwhittingham@ Road, Mableton is offering free Group Fitness comcast.net.

Classes every Saturday morning at 10 a.m. All ••• are welcome.

SONS OF CONFEDERATE VETERANS – ww.brightsidecobb.com ••• 28: BOOK SIGNING. Memorial Day Weekend.

The Gen. (Farmers Leonidas Atlanta Polk Camp on the 4th Roadmeets Market) Starts Boy Scout Troop 11 will be holding a book sign- F.A.R.M. Thursday of each (except for Nov,TuesDec, 5th and runs month until October.

Every ing at the Marietta Main Library to honor Active April & Jan) in the4:30 meeting room at the Piccadilly afternoon – 7 p.m.

2160 Cooper Lake Soldiers from 7:30 a.m. – noon Saturday May day each-month.

SONS OFfrom THEthe AMERICAN LE- Road Restaurant, 536corner Marietta Pkwy Road S, Marietta.

We (near the of Atlanta and Cum28th across the street Cemetery Flag GION, Squadron begin gathering at 6 p.m. for socialization and Parkway/East-West Connector) Smyrna.

Placement Event. 160 meets at 7 p.m. on the first berland each month. All of these meetings are at The dinner followed by the meeting We are market features fresh fruit at and7 p.m. vegetables, •Tuesday •• 160MEMORIAL Legion Drive,DAY Smyrna.

For more informaa hereditary memorial and welcome and baked goods,organization pizza, seafood, smooth30: CEREMONY, Smyrna bread tion, access AmericanLegionPost160.org or call ies, all visitors. further info“people contact:chow” Jack Wilpopcorn, For cheese, honey, and Veterans Memoria, 2800 King Street (by Smyrna 770-436-2501. liams–atall404-256-4208 or songofjoy2@aol.com. more locally produced.

Check out our webCity Hall and the Smyrna Library).9:30 a.m.

••• ••• site at www.FARMSmyrna.com and follow us on ATLANTA FREETHOUGHT, Regular Meet- Face VININGS CIVIC CLUB meets the Book VILLAGE FARMSmyrna.

Questions?

Contact JUNE ingSOUTH at 1 p.m. every Sunday. 4775 N. Church us first Monday of each month September at stbfarm@gmail.com.

Proceeds from through FARM 1: COBB2ndBUSINESS ASSOCIALane, meets Smyrna mileWednesday inside I-285, just month off At- go June at 6:30Path p.m.toat various locations around to support Shine, a ministry to support TION the(afirst of each Rd).

Our historicVillage, buildingEast-West was a church Vinings. Forchildren furtherininformation, e-mail us at our community. atlanta 11:45 at Presbyterian Con- underserved in Smyrna/Vinings for 141 years. We're a non- viningscivicclub@gmail.com or visit our new ••• nector. www.sc-ba.org profit educational organization and meetings/ MABLETON website: viningsvillagecivicclub.org.

FARMERS MARKET.Members Mable ••• programs areCLASSES. free and open theand public.

Call House and Guests are welcome.

Complex, 5239 Floyd Road, Mable1-22: FREE Free to Math Reading 678-662-3857 or visitareourbeing website, www.atlantaEnrichment Classes offered Wednes- ton with Opening Day set for Thursday, May freethought.org, more about us. a.m. until 26. Market days SUPPORT will be GROUPS every Thursday, 8:30 day’s from June for 1 -June 22 from10 • CANCER SUPPORT GROUP, Star Group to 12:30 through August 25.The Nutritious lonoon. St. Luke United• •Methodist Church 5115 a.m.

COBB-MARIETTA RETIRED EDUCATo help patients feel eggs, more fresh and fruitstheir and families vegetables, Brookwood Drive, Mableton For further infor- cally-grown TORS contact ASSOCIATION meets the second homemade hopeful andjams less and alone through mutual sharjellies and the quick and easy mation the church at 770-948-8504.

Thursday of each month. ing ofpreparation thoughts, feelings, and concerns to demonstrations.

Therelated Mable• • • The monthly luncheon food is held at the BUSINESS ASSOCIATION: ton living with, and surviving cancer. Fourth ThursFarmers Market is a community project of 2: SMYRNA First Methodist Church in Marietta 11:30 a.m. the day Mableton of each month at Noon. Coalition (A light lunch Improvement (MIC),is lunch meetings the first Thursday ofateach month information visitCenter, www.cmrea.org. served) WellStar Cobb Hospital Room supported by partners from Magnolia Cobb County atFor themore Smyrna Community 11:45 p.m.

Group leader: Coffman Service Please and call P.A.R.K.S., CobbRaymond County Extension •••••• COBB COUNTY MOCHA MOMS offers lo- Cobb 770-732-3780 to Public RSVP.Health. & Douglas 3: MOOVIES AT THE MABLE begins June support to mothers of color.

Cobb is County •••••• 3cal with Dreamworks “Home.”

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Mochas areat a7:30 mixture of overstarts 70 working and MARIETTA DIABETES FARMER’S SUPPORT. MARKET. WELLSTAR EnGates open p.m. Movie at dusk. rain stay at home offer an array of op- joy HEALTH SYSTEM hold monthly free difresh produce and will goods from the Marietta or shine.

Bringmommies. your ownWe food or purchase from portunities toUpcoming connect with othernights momsinclude: through Square abetes support in the following locations: Farmersgroups Market every Saturday – rain concessions. movie Mom's Out, Sister Circles that15allow us or Smyrna 562 Concord Smyrna shine-Primary 10 a.m.Care, – 1 p.m., throughRd, December June 17 Night – Hotel Transylvania 2; to July – The to discuss issues us onDinosaur. our motherhood 1 –along 2 p.m.Mill on the 3rdon Thursday of each month Street the Historic Marietta Croods; July 29 –affecting The Good Mable 19 journey, single moms support, couples' nights, Square. except December.

No www.mariettasquarefarmregistration is required.

For info, visit House Barnes Amphitheatre, Mableton. family community service ••• • • • projects and more. ersmarket.net.

Visit VACATION cobbcountymochamoms.org or email cob- SMYRNA PARKINSON'S SUPPORT ••• 6-10 BIBLE SCHOOL St. Luke bcountymochamoms@gmail.com GROUP meets at 2 p.m. on the fourth WednesFRESH PRODUCE MARKET United Methodist Church 5115 Brookwood SMYRNA • • (babies thru adults) Season: day of each month, January through November Saturdays May through September:at Drive, Mableton For all• ages CUMBERLAND VININGS OPTIMIST the Aline Recreation Center at 884 to 12Wolfe p.m. Adult Smyrna First Baptist (parking scheduled for June 6-1.

Free dinner will be 8am CLUB:from Meeting for breakfast WednesChurch Smyrna, GASmyrna, Phone: Georgia.

678-631-5541.

1275St., Church Street, (770served 5:30 p.m. until 6:15the and2nd classes will lot) day of The facilitator is Carl Proctor Email: carlcprocLocalHarvest.org/Smyrna-Fresh-Probegin at each 6:20. month at the Vinings Club, 2859 431-2863 Paces Ferry Road NW. tor@aol.com Contact: 404-275-9383. Smyrna • •We • are an inclusive club duce-Market-M30474 dedicated to community service and welcome Parkinson's Support Group • • • Membership is free 7: VININGS BUSINESS ASSOCIATION everyone to come as our guest to meeting of SMYRNA to Parkinsonians, care partners, family members, MUSEUM: Free admission at the (VBA) meets the first Tuesday of aeach month yourlunch choice. medical Museum, professionals otherRoad, people whose 2861and Atlanta Smyrna, for at Social Vinings. Networking and Smyrna • •1• p.m. Lunch $15 for Tuesday lives have been touched

by PD. - Saturday 10 a.m. to 4. Check Facespeakers from 11:30 to JONQUIL$20 CITY INVESTMENT • • •Museum” for upcomMembers; for Non-Members andCLUB. guests Jonare book at “Smyrna History quil City Investment is arestrictions).

Smyrna-based RECOVERY INTERNATIONAL Self-help Museum events.

See www.smyrnahistory.org always welcome! (no Club industry A ing all-female club looking for new members intersupport groupvolunteer for stress,opportunities anxiety, depression, etc.

Museum and memBusiness After-Hours is held the 3rd Tuesday of for estedmonth. in attending monthly educational meet- bership.

Meets every Saturday at 10 a.m. at St. Thomas each ings and investing small • • King Springs Road • • • amounts of money in the Apostle Church, •4300 theFOOD stock market.

Forreturn moretoinformation SE, Smyrna,BUSINESS in the old rectory next to the church.

EXCHANGE: The 8: TRUCKS the Mable contact House SMYRNA Cindy Acker, Partner, at cindyacker@ ContactBusiness Alicia Garcia at 678-665-5233 more Exchange is Smyrna’s for premier Complex June 8.Senior There will be food and live mu- Smyrna bellsouth.net. information. contact networking group representing over sic from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Complex at 5239 Floyd close • • • is sponsored by the 30 local businesses (and • •growing).

• The Smyrna Road, Mableton. The event LIBERTARIAN PARTYUpcoming of Cobb County will Business E-mail Exchange your organization’s news meets at thecalendar Smyrna ComSouth Cobb Arts Alliance. food truck host their Evening & Chapter Meeting, munity to news@brightsidecobb.com.

Deadlinefrom for Center every Thursday morning events are June 8 andSocial July 13.

Event held on the first• Thursday of every month 7-8:30 JUNEa.m. issue is MAY with publication the Questions or 23 to RSVP for a compli•• at SMYRNA 7:30 p.m. CONCERT. Meetings Held at Fire Arts Station week of visit, JUNE Calendar itemsJeff areDaxe acceptcall5.current president at 9: The Smyrna & mentary #1112 Haynes more informaed from civic (or groups, schools and email non-profits, at jad@mijs.com).

Cultural CouncilSt., hasMarietta. launchedFor a new concert se- 770-795-5079 tionnamed like usJonquil on Facebook @ Libertarian Party church organizations •and • • run as space is availries City Sessions.

The monthly of Cobb feature Countynationally-touring or call Gretchen performers.

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A 2004 Campbell High School graduate and Atlanta native is serving aboard the homeport for U.S. Atlantic Fleet’s ballistic missile nuclear submarines.

Petty Officer 2nd Class Carolyn Deacon, an electronics technician, is responsible for all official naval communications to and from the sub base.

“I like that I get to interact with a lot of people,” said Deacon. “I am a people person so I like getting to see and talk to people from all over the base.”

The mission at Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay near St. Marys, Ga., is to provide support to the fleet, fighter and family, according to Navy officials. It is the state-ofthe-art home to the Atlantic Fleet's Trident submarines and serves as an integral part of the nation's strategic deterrence program.

The Navy’s ballistic missile submarines, often referred to as “boomers,” serve as undetectable launch platforms for ballistic missiles. They are designed specifically for stealth, extended patrols and the precise delivery of missiles, and they are the only survivable leg of the nation’s strategic nuclear forces, which also include landbased missiles and aircraft. The Ohio-class design allows the submarines to operate for 15 or more years between major overhauls.

Deacon and other sailors know they are part of a legacy supporting the Navy’s most advanced submarines.

"We demand the highest standards from our sailors - both professionally and personally," said Rear Adm. Randy Crites, commander, Submarine Group 10 in Kings Bay. “Their chain of command, family and our great nation take immense pride in their devotion and service. These sailors are absolutely crucial to ensuring our ships and submarines are operating at their best - always mission ready, providing our nation with the greatest Navy the world has ever known. I'm so very proud these sailors are on our team."

“I like how working here has expanded my horizons,” said Deacon. “It has given me the opportunity for self and professional growth.”

Serving in the Navy, Deacon is learning about leadership and managing multiple responsibilities.

“Serving in the Navy has given me a chance to see the country and the opportunity to experience different cultures from all over the world,” said Deacon.

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GARDENS READY FOR 9TH ANNUAL KEEP SMYRNA BEAUTIFUL GARDEN TOUR MAY 20 Don’t miss the 9th annual Keep Smyrna Beautiful Garden tour on May 20, from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m.

The tour features five beautiful private gardens, the lovely Smyrna Elementary School garden, the Tea Room at the historic Taylor–Brawner House, and a plant sale.

Tickets are on sale in advance at Neighbors Feed and Seed, Love Street, Vickery Hardware, the Bird and the Bee, the Community Center, and the Recycling Center.

Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 the day of the tour at the Taylor-Brawner House.

The Tea Room will feature live music, delicious refreshments, a fabulous plant sale and a chance to visit with great local garden resources. The Charyn Darby Foundation is again the Presenting Sponsor for the tour.

Tour proceeds will go for projects in our local schools for beautification, environmental education and enhancing outdoor learning.

The gardens this year offer a variety of ideas for creative and beautiful solutions to many common garden problems.

They range from totally “do-it-yourself ‘to professionally-assisted. The Tour is educational in nature and gardeners are eager to share what they have learned to help others.

Artists will be painting in several of the gardens, and volunteers will be on hand to help answer questions. The tour can be done in 2-3 hours or longer depending on your pace. The goals of the Tour are to showcase the beautiful gardens in Smyrna and to provide an enjoyable and educational day in the outdoors that benefits our entire community!

Some of the the gardens include: Amy and Harry Eubanks moved into a wooded, sloping lot in a new subdivision 20 years ago that presented multiple challenges. With the addition of a stone patio, stone retaining walls, fieldstone steps, and terraced spaces, the landscaped garden has evolved into a beautiful tranquil place. The grounds include hellebores, ferns, daylilies, daffodils, hydrangeas, azaleas, hollies, camellias, gardenias, rhododendrons, Japanese maples, magnolias, and crepe myrtles focusing on year-round color. (Viewing this garden does involve traversing a steep slope. It may not be suitable for everyone.)

Jo Miller’s garden is a great example of dealing with a steep yard that slopes toward the back of the house. It is also a collection of plants that she loves. She said, “It has no rhyme or reason. I love blooming flowers. I love lots of color. I love hostas-I have many

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Serene outdoor living spaces, with something for everyone, describes Angela Green’s garden. Covered and uncovered patios for dining, parties, and relaxing lure all ages. The senses are treated to daffodils, roses, ginger lily, lemon balm, and many other fragrances.

The home and landscape of Joni Martin and Ray Vito are four years young...and the garden spaces are evolving. Early spring is the loveliest season for this garden with hundreds of daffodils in the front natural area.

Late summer the limelight hydrangeas are a striking feature. Newly planted this year is a collection of David Austin roses in raised beds.

The Davis/Hollmuller garden incorporates elements of nature and art into many rooms designed for wonderment and relaxation. The owners have beautifully overcome the problems of slope, drainage, dry areas, and alternating sun and deep shade. The original designs were created

by Virginia but were expertly enhanced and finessed by Cole & Company. A pathway canopied by camellias leads you to the deck and another sitting area with a fountain and works from local artist, Christine Sibley.

The Smyrna Elementary School Garden features six specially designed raised beds to beautifully optimize learning in a garden setting. Each grade level has a bed with easy access from all sides. The Garden was begun in 2013 and designed by Sean Murphy after being incorporated into the school’s original plans. The work to construct the garden has been done mostly be volunteers, with the funds raised by the Smyrna Elementary Foundation.

COBB'S FOUR-LANE GETS A WELCOME UPGRADE Cobb and state officials celebrated the completion of numerous road- and bridge-widening projects on Cobb Parkway in a ceremony April 26.

“This has been many years in the making,” said Malika Rivers, executive director of the Community Improvement District. The two-phase project of road widening from the new bridge over the Chattahoochee River to the Akers Mill Road intersection at Cumberland Mall included adding a lane to a mile long stretch of Cobb Parkway, US 41.

When it opened in 1938, US 41 was known as “the four lane” with 37 miles of road in Cobb County as part of the 2,000 mile length of the forerunner to the Interstate, stretching from Michigan to Miami.

Today, I-75 carries the bulk of the traffic, but Cobb Parkway is still a busy link for com-

merce and commuting.

“This is a major transportation project in the making for more than a decade,” said Gov. Nathan Deal.

“Now the four lane is the six lane, adding 50 percent more capacity.”

"This is one of the best examples that we have of what partnerships can do between local government, state government and the business community," said Deal.

"This project and other projects had a great deal to do with the selection of the Braves to come to Cobb County," Cumberland CID Chairman Tad Leithead said at the April 26 ribbon-cutting. But he dispelled thoughts that the road work was done for the new Braves stadium.

“We’ve been working on this project for 17 years,” he said. “The Windy Hill Bridge (over I-75) only took us 29 years.

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We are looking for a special person: We are looking for a special person: • You know your way around malls, boutiques and shops in the Smyrna and Vinings area • You love to eat at the newest restaurant, but you have your favorites that have been here for years •

You enjoy making friends with local merchants and checking in with them regularly just to know what’s new on the scene

• You wish you had a little extra cash to spend at these local shops and eateries If this is you, we may have a place for you.

The Bright Side is looking for an advertising sales representative in the Smyrna/Vinings/South Cobb areas.

If you are a selfstarter who likes to meet new people and help them with their marketing, we would like to talk with you.

This is a contract position where you set your own hours and earn a great commission. You must have reliable transportation and excellent communication skills - both verbal and written (including e-mail).

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What else should you know about our Emergency Department? Our care covers everything from accredited chest pain status to emergency surgery.

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Wolfe Center Activities The Wolfe Adult Recreation Center and Therapy Pool, 884 Church St., Smyrna, is open to anyone 55 years of age and older.

There are daily group fitness classes. Classes offered include: cardio fusion, gentle yoga, low impact aerobics, senior pilates, sculpt and tone, senior stretch, men’s yoga, intermediate yoga, sculpt yoga, Tai Chi and 30/15/15.

The Wolfe Adult Recreation Center also offers the following aquatic exercise classes: aqua tone and stretch, advanced water aerobics, low impact water aerobics, hip, knee and back class, ai chi, boot camp water aerobics and aqua zumba. There is also water walking and lap swimming times at the pool.

We are open Monday – Thursday from 8 a.m. – 7 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 8 a.m. – 2 p.m.

In addition to our exercise schedule we offer several, fun and unique activities for our members.

Here is the April schedule: Pickleball -- every Monday Handmade Fun -- May 18; June 1 Bunco -- May 8 Mexican Train -- May 9 Phase 10 -- May 10 Jarred Memories -- May 11 Dalton, Peacock Alley Tour -- May 12 Monopoly -- May 15 Cornhole -- May 17 Mountain Fresh Creamery Trip -- May 18 Parking Lot Rummage Sale -- May 20 Paint with Paula -- May 23 Parkinson’s Support Group -- May 24 Color My World -- May 25 Georgia Botanical Gardens Tour and Trails, Athens -- May 31 And so much more!

Freeman Poole Senior Center Here’s what is happening at the C. Freeman Poole Senior Center 4025 South Hurt Road, Smyrna. Call 770-801-3400 for more information or reservations.

Caregiver Burnout -- Wednesday, May 10, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Free; Registration required. Burnout can occur when caregivers don’t get the help they need, or if they try to do more than they are able, either physically or financially. Caregivers who are “burned out” may experience fatigue, stress, anxiety, and depression. Many caregivers also feel guilty if they spend time on themselves rather than on their ill or elderly loved ones.

Presented by Bridget Kurt, Homestead Hospice.

Anxiety/Panic Workshop – Tuesdays; May 16, May 23, May 30, 11 – 11:45 a.m.

Free; Registration required. This 3-part workshop will explore the diagnosis, signs, and symptoms of anxiety and panic disorders and share treatment options. Types of anxiety disorders will include panic disorder and agoraphobia, generalized anxiety disorder, specific phobia, social phobia, obsessive compulsive disorder, and post traumatic and acute stress disorder. This class will meet for 30-45 minutes one day a week for three weeks. Presented by Shirley Hamilton, Licensed Masters Level Social Worker.

Personal Health Records -- Wednesday, May 17, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Free; Registration required. Want to learn why it is important to have a personal health record and an advance directive for healthcare?

How to prepare a personal health record?

How to prepare an advance directive for healthcare or identify ways to better communicate with your healthcare provider?

Presented by Retired Senior Volunteer Pro-

gram (RSVP) Cobb.

Shuttle Trip – DeKalb Farmer’s Market -- Friday, May 19, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Free; Registration required. Don’t miss out on this fun shuttle trip to DeKalb Farmer’s Market in Decatur. You will see different fruits and vegetables from all over the world, spices galore, fresh fish and a butcher shop. Lunch buffet there; on your own. The shuttle will pick you up at the center. Invite a friend or two. Limited seating.

Bingo Bash -- Monday, May 22 – 1 – 3 p.m. $3 /$4 Non-resident. Fundraiser event to benefit C. Freeman Poole Senior Center.

AARP Smart Driver -- Wednesday, May 24, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. $15 AARP members; $20 Non-members. Bring a lunch.

Check with your insurance agent about a possible discount for taking this class.

Why It’s Important to Keep Your Blood Pressure in Check -- Thursday, May 25, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Free; Registration required. Lowering blood pressure is important as elevated levels are known to contribute to a higher risk of cardiovascular events and stroke, but did you know that lowering your blood pressure can benefit other parts of your body – aside from your heart? A study has found that reducing risk factors for heart disease, including blood pressure, can go a long way in preventing cognitive impairment, which is a precursor to dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. Presented by Natoshia Goodman, RN, Southern Living Caregivers.

Ruby Falls/Incline Railway -- Thursday, June 22, 8:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. Come with us as we explore Chattanooga! Our first stop will be the Incline Railway; here we will be surrounded by historic Lookout Mountain at a breathtaking 72.7% grade – straight up! You will be able to sit back, and enjoy the scenic views of the mountains and valleys. Then we will explore Ruby Falls, which was founded in 1928 by Leo Lambert and a team of excavators. Did you know that Lambert named the falls after his wife, Ruby? If not, you will be able to learn so much more as a guide will be with us during this tour. We will stop for a nice sit down lunch at the Public House in between the two attractions. Please make sure to wear comfortable shoes. $87 Senior Council member; $92 Non-member. Payment due at time of registration. Deadline: May 25.

Price includes motor coach transportation, admission fees, lunch, taxes and tips. No refunds will be given unless the trip is cancelled. Activity Level 4.

Wii Bowling -- Every Tuesday, 10 a.m.

– 12:30 p.m. Free. Join in the fun for Wii bowling. Meet new friends and socialize while having fun.

Shanghai Rummy -- Every Tuesday, 1– 4 p.m. Free; Have fun meeting new friends and playing cards.

Game Day Wednesdays -- Every Wednesday, 1p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Free; Join others for a fun afternoon of board games.

The June issue of The Bright Side will be published June 6, 2017; Deadline: May 23 news@brightsidecobb.com Visit us on Facebook facebook.com/brightsidecobb Twitter @brightsidecobb

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ORANGETHEORY FITNESS OPENS MAY 11 IN SMYRNA Orangetheory® Fitness, the energiz- 2010, and has transformed into one of the ing and fast-growing fitness franchise, world's top fitness franchises, with more will open a its newest studio this month in than 640 studios in 44 states and twenty-one Smyrna. The Smyrna studio will be located countries, including U.S., Canada, U.K., in the West Village Shopping Center. With Australia, Mexico, Dominican Republic and 32 studios now open in the state and several Colombia. The 60-minute, five zone heartin development, the brand will continue to rate monitored interval training concept has target the Georgia area for expansion. helped tens of thousands of members lose Owned and operated by Julie Stewart and Kim Fishman, the new studio will celebrate its grand opening with a VIP party on May 11, from 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. and will officially open to the public on May 12 with classes starting at 5 a.m.

“We are passionate about health and wellness and are excited to bring Orangetheory Fitness to our community,” said Julie Stewart, Orangetheory Fitness Smyrna franchisee and Smyrna resident. “We can’t wait for Smyrna residents to become part of the Orangetheory Kim Fishman, left, Shanna McCormick, and Julie family and start seeing results from Stewart welcome the community to Orangetheory this unique and high-energy work- Fitness at West Village. out.”

Ms. Stewart and Ms. Fishman are triplet weight, get toned and meet their overall fitsisters originally from South Florida. Julie ness goals in a short amount of time. The has called Smyrna home for many years and fitness franchise is on track to open 700 stuafter a career in public education, decided dios by the end of 2017. to open her first Orangetheory Fitness in For more information on the Smyrna Sandy Springs in 2013 with her sister Kim. Orangetheory Fitness and membership Kim, a former CPA, was a member of one packages, please call 678-539-9715. More of the first Orangetheory Fitness’ in South information on Orangetheory Fitness is Florida and quickly looked into opening one available on Orangetheory’s website. of the first in Georgia with her sister Julie Follow Orangetheory Fitness on Facebook, after her move to the area in 2012.

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PHOENIX BOYS ASSOCIATION SEEKS MENTORS The Phoenix Boys Association, a nonprofit organization serving at risk boys, ages 7 to 17, is looking for some mentors.

Through programs of scouting and individual mentoring, participants are offered alternatives as they mature. Emphasis is in the areas of health, education, teen employment and juvenile justice. Phoenix, has three chapters, each structured to serve 80 boys, under the direction of a paid chapter leader. One of these chapters operates within the Vinings community and draws boys primarily from the Hollywood Road area.

For many years, the group has had the support of a major employer in the area, the Printpack Company. In recent years, other firms have joined the effort along with the Vinings Cumberland Rotary Club.

While funding is always a primary goal, a greater challenge is seeking quali-

fied mentors for the boys. A mentor may be either a male or female, but must go through a background check to participate in the program. Those selected as mentors will have the opportunity to meet with their mentee once a week for an hour. To ease the process, youth are brought to the mentoring location after school. Mentoring may take the form of just conversation, homework assistance, problem solving, family issues, health, etc. As the relationship develops, other discussion areas typically surface.

“Mentoring is not for everyone, however, if you have an interest, we would like to talk with you,” said Charter Director Terrence Zachary. “Please contact our organization at 404-437-3157. If not, we encourage you to at least take a few moments and visit our web site and learn more about the positive impact that many of your neighbors on having on local youth in the area.”

FOOD TRUCK TUESDAYS ARE BACK IN SMYRNA Smyrna Food Truck Tuesdays are now underway each Tuesday through Sept. 26 at Taylor-Brawner Park, 3180 Atlanta Road, Smyrna, from 5 to 9 p.m.

The City of Smyrna, Georgia Power and Cobb Travel & Tourism (Atlanta's Sweet Spot) have "powered" up to bring you Food Truck Tuesday along with lots of entertainment and fun Stay tuned to www.Facebook. com/CityofSmyrnaGa for the latest and the

weekly lineups.

Enjoy the offerings from a weekly gathering of quality mobile gourmet trucks and a bit of sweet mixed in and music, too.

Please follow parking directions and remember to park legally. After 5 p.m. you may find additional parking at Community Bank of the South on Atlanta Road near the intersection of Atlanta Road and Concord/ Spring.

FRESH MARKET NOW OPEN WITH CONCERTS The FRESH MARKET MUSIC! concert series is presented by Smyrna Arts & Cultural Council with financial support provided by Keep Smyrna Beautiful is underway.

Performances are held at the Smyrna Fresh Produce Market every Saturday morning at 9:45 am from May 6 to Sept. 30.

The concerts are FREE to attend.

The Smyrna Fresh Produce Market, sponsored by Keep Smyrna Beautiful, features locally grown produce, fresh baked goods and more. The market is open on Saturdays from 8 am to 12 noon It is located at 1275 Church St. Smyrna, in the north parking lot of the Smyrna First Baptist Church.

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MOVIE FILMING IN VININGS SPARKS CONFUSION OVER VET’S SIGN

Is a Viking river or ocean cruise on your bucket list?

Would you like a personal tour of what makes the Viking experience so special? Come hear why guests rate the unique itineraries and first-class service and accommodations the best value in cruising!

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By Allan Lipsett Editor/Publisher Vinings residents were perplexed when they thought they saw a “Tender Paws Vet” sign going up next door to Paces Ferry Veterinary Clinic last month. But it was just a movie, as the Thrive Beyond Fitness building on Mountain Street was a shooting site for two weeks for the movie, “Bastards.”

Principal filming was completed in December 2015, but director Lawrence Sher wanted a different ending. So, additional scenes were filed in Vinings and the tiny town of Rutledge in Morgan County.

The comedy has a “Mama Mia” style theme of who’s the father? as fraternal twins search for their birth father. The film stars Owen Wilson, Ed Helms, J. K. Simmons, Terry Bradshaw, Ving Rhames, Katt Williams, Retta, June Squibb and Glenn Close.

Another beneficiary of the film industry was the Old Vinings Inn which was used to feed crew members.

Hunter Hill For Governor Cobb County’s Sen. Hunter Hill (R-6), who has served for the past five years, has announced to run for Governor next year.

“After much prayer and consideration, I have decided that I will cast a vision to lead the great state of Georgia,” Hill said. “Now - more than ever – is the time to launch a bold, new vision for Georgia’s future. I have been thinking and praying about this decision for some time, and we are ready. My many years of diverse leadership experience in military combat, business, and politics provides a unique perspective that will guide Georgia to reach its full potential.”

Hill is married to Shannan Reese Hill.

They are the proud parents of Hunter Bradley Hill, Junior and Annie Christine Hill.

The Hills attend Peachtree Presbyterian Church.

The combat veteran and two-time bronze star recipient told supporters by email that “We are still in desperate need of conservative leaders who practice what they preach."

for their customers.

Kevin Drawe, owner of Atkins Park Tavern in Smyrna, arranged a shuttle to the opening game, stocking the bus with snacks and drinks to handle any length of commute.

The bus got to the Park in less than 15 minutes, not enough time to finish a drink, so he had plenty of leftovers.

Creatwood Tavern at Belmont runs a shuttle every 15 minutes (except between the 5th and 7th innings to give the driver a break). Just show a receipt from the restaurant.

Hotel Indigo also runs a shuttle for guests before and after the games.

South Cobb Diner Now Open South Cobb Diner is now open in downtown Austell.

Owners Loren and Chad Martin bring the home cooking and fresh vegetables that have made West Cobb Diner a hit with diners to 5850 Love St. near Veterans Memorial Highway.

The city of Austell provided a $230,000 economic incentive from Norfolk Southern interest.

On the first day May 1, diners were waiting at the door for lunch when the diner opened at 11 a.m.

Got an item for the news? Send to news@brightsidecobb.com.

REVIVE CONSIGNMENT CELEBRATES 10 YEARS Revive Consignment is celebrating 10 years of business as a company. Revive first opened its doors in 2007 in Woodstock with a heart to serve the city and connect with people in the community.

Revive opened a second location in Smyrna in 2014 at 2514 Cobb Pkwy.

Come and celebrate Revive Consignment’s 10 year anniversary on Friday June 2 from 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. in the Smyrna store, and Saturday June 3 in the Woodstock store.

There will be live music, free food and drinks, discounts throughout the store, kid’s activities, and a $100 Revive gift card raffle at each store location.

Visit the website reviveconsignment. com for more details!

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CAMPBELL HOSTS PEP RALLY FOR BRAVES “I plan on giving this [tomahawk] to my grandfather because he is one of the biggest Braves fans and most humble people I have ever met in my life,” said sophomore Antonio, who waved a red foam tomahawk as he talked.

The Braves gave tomahawks to Antonio and other Campbell High School students during an opening week celebration in the school cafeteria April 13.

Antonio also planned to tell his grandfather how he played on the drums of the Atlanta Braves Heavy Hitters drumline.

“Being on the drumline at Campbell, I was very excited to attempt to play on their drums,” Antonio shared. “I would love to be a member of the Heavy Hitters.”

He had a suggestion for the next time the Atlanta Braves visit his school.

“I think they [could get] with our band director,” Antonio proposed. “Our drumline could come, and we could surprise [the Heavy Hitters] like they surprised us.”

The drumline made memories for other Campbell students too. When the Atlanta Braves asked for volunteers, Campbell senior Mekarrus quickly leaped forward to go up against a member of the Heavy Hitters in a drum competition.

“I like the Braves coming in,” Mekarrus said. “It brought a lot of excitement to the day. It really changed my whole mood for the day. They made me have fun.”

Mekarrus, who described the Atlanta Braves visit to his school as his favorite memory of the Braves, wants to make the sports team part of his future.

“I want to get a job with the [Atlanta Braves],” Mekarrus explained. “They gave a lot of people from my school a job. A lot of kids got jobs.”

Antonio’s brother already works for the Atlanta Braves, and senior Journey may explore the possibility of getting a job with the local ball team too.

“I’ve been hearing a lot about the Braves because a lot of my friends have been getting jobs [at SunTrust Park],” Journey explained.

Journey thinks the Atlanta Braves hiring streak has greatly benefited Campbell students. The Atlanta Braves cafeteria pep rally at Campbell may have increased Journey’s excitement about getting a job herself with the hometown team.

“When the [Atlanta Braves] were dancing at first, I was shy, but then they started playing some really good beats, and they were interacting with the students at the same time,” Journey recalled. “I was danc-

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Mekarrus drums out the beat with the Braves' "Heavy Hitters." ing and having a good time.”

Campbell High special needs students also got into the Atlanta Braves spirit.

“As we were leaving [the cafeteria], the drumline procession was right in front of the students. They offered some of our students an opportunity to play [the drums] with the band, and they got very excited,” explained Richard Albury, a Campbell High special education paraprofessional.

The special needs students returned to the classroom with tomahawks in hand and enjoyed doing the Atlanta Braves signature tomahawk chop.

As part of Throwback Thursday, Campbell students shared their favorite memories of the Atlanta Braves.

Their first trips to the ballpark created Antonio’s and Journey’s favorite memories of the Atlanta Braves. Antonio recalled having great seats and keeping the souvenir ice cream cup hat. Journey chuckled as she remembered accidently spilling nachos on another baseball fan as she sat in the stadium.

The students are looking forward to making new memories at SunTrust Park.

Because his grandmother already has a memento from the construction of the stadium and his grandfather is a huge Atlanta Braves fan, Antonio wants to take his grandparents to watch an Atlanta Braves game.

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Sandi Witlen helps 4-year-old Kendall Tran check out a book on Smyrna Public Library’s multi-function self-service stations in April. From these three stations, customers may check out and renew materials, pay fines, reserve a public computer, and release printouts. The units also allow payment by credit card. ”Smyrna Library installed a self-service station for printing and reserving computers many years ago,” says Mary Wallace Moore, Smyrna Library Director. “So additional features like checking out and paying fines was a natural progression our customers have requested for some time.” The “OneStop” self-service units are the product of Georgia-based Envisionware, Inc. Two units are located at the front desk on the first floor. An additional unit is located upstairs next to the adult computer lab. “These new service options enhance customer service in two ways. Some customers prefer to help themselves, and we’re glad to offer them an option that makes them more comfortable.”

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