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Acworth, Georgia

Message from the Mayor As the New Year begins, we are looking forward to new beginnings and new opportunities! We as a city are thankful for all that we have accomplished in 2015 and all the new partnerships have been were created. We look forward to 2016 with a renewed sense of optimism and excitement! We have been so blessed as a community over the last several years. The Mayor and Board, City Staff and all of our community partners are already working hard to make 2016 the best year ever! As tradition holds, we will present our State of the City Address on Thursday, February 4, to the Acworth Business Association (ABA). The event will take place at 11:30 a.m., at Northstar Church, and the cost of the luncheon is $15 for members and $25 for non-members. We invite you to attend this event where we will highlight the accomplishments of 2015 and lay out the vision of what is to come in 2016. The presentation will focus on significant infrastructure improvements concerning traffic flow, community partnerships, individuals who made a difference this past year and new businesses that have invested in our community. We would like to highlight a few projects taking place in our community. When one project ends, another begins! As most of you are aware, the Southside Drive Road Improvement Project has been completed. Taylor Street will be the next road improvement project and will begin this month. Improvements will include new asphalt, curb and gutters, new sidewalk, storm water improvements and underground utilities. The Logan Farm Park Expansion will begin in March of 2016. The project will include a destination playground, expansion of the existing trail network, a pavilion, two new bridge crossings over Tanyard Creek, a parking lot and open greenspace. We

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are also excitedly anticipating the completion of the new Walton Development on School Street. The independent living facility will be similar to the Walton Community on Cowan Road, behind the Fire Station, and should be completed in the spring. The Acworth Business Association is a great partner to the City and for all community businesses. Membership is only $90 per year and gives you a tremendous return on investment. The ABA has more than 75 different networking opportunities throughout the year. In addition to the networking and business development opportunities it provides each month, it partners with the City to put on large events that have a tremendous economic impact on our community. Each year, the organization and the City partner to host the Taste of Acworth, Acworth Art Fest and the Fourth of July Celebration. These events also give organizations and businesses the opportunity to get their name out to the community and while supporting several worthy causes. Last year alone, the ABA gave more than $30,000 back to the community! To get the specifics on each event or to become a member, please visit their website at www.AcworthBusiness.org. As always, for more information on any of these projects, events and programs, you can visit www.CityOfAcworth. org, sign up for our e-news blasts on our home page, â&#x20AC;&#x153;likeâ&#x20AC;? Visit Acworth on Facebook or follow us on Twitter at @ VisitAcworth. God Bless, Tommy

City Council Meeting Mayor Allegood and the Acworth Board of Aldermen would like to invite the public to attend the regular scheduled City Council meetings that are held bimonthly. The January meetings will be held on January 7 & 21, beginning at 7 p.m., at Acworth City Hall located at 4415 Senator Russell Ave.

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The Save the Acworth Depot Foundation purchased a historic marker and interpretative signage to commemorate the Acworth Depot that was located in Downtown Acworth until 1970. The Mayor and Board of Aldermen in partnership with the members of the Save the Acworth Depot Foundation, unveilled the marker on Friday, December 4. Please be sure to stop by the depot pavilion located at the corner of Lemon Street and Main Street to remember a vital part of Acworth’s history!

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Menorah Lighting Ceremony The City of Acworth celebrated its fourth annual Menorah Lighting Ceremony on Tuesday, December 8, the third night of Hanukkah. The eight day Jewish holiday commemorates the Jewish Maccabees’ military victory over Syrian-Greek oppression more than 2,000 years ago. During Hanukkah, Jews across the world celebrate the miracle of light that burnt for eight days out of a single-days’ worth of oil found in the Temple. One Hanukkah candle is lit the first night and an additional candle is lit each successive night. The holiday is a celebration of religious freedom and hope. Rabbi Zalman Charytan from the Chabad Jewish Center officiated the lighting with Mayor Tommy Allegood assisting. There was a reception immediately following the ceremony at Dogwood Forest of Acworth, located across the street from the site of the Menorah.

Recognition of the National Guard Mayor Tommy Allegood presented the annual proclamation in recognition of the National Guard, which was recognized on December 13, in the City of Acworth, to Commander Ron Asby. All citizens were urged to recognize the service, sacrifice and faithfulness of the National Guard, who have taken a vow to rebuild the broken and defend the good

Certificate of Recognition by American Legion Post 304 Commander Ron Asby of the North Cobb American Legion Post 304 presented a Certificate of Recognition to Clem Freeman and Nick Fryman for their assistance. Commander Ron also recognized Mayor Allegood and Alderman Richardson for their continued support of Post 304.

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Sign Up for Spring Baseball Today! The Acworth Baseball Association is currently accepting online registrations for the 2016 Spring Baseball Season at www.AcworthBaseball.org. This is a safe, challenging and most of all, fun instructional and competitive baseball experience for boys and girls, ages 4 – 19. The goal is to instill in the children of this community the ideas of good sportsmanship, honesty, loyalty and a sense of teamwork so that they may become strong, healthy, well adjusted members of the community. An on-site registration day will take place on January 16, at the Acworth Sports Complex from 10 a.m.– 12 p.m. Fees vary depending on the age of the participant. All registration fees, age group information, and additional information are posted at www.AcworthBaseball.org. Come join one of the best youth baseball programs around!

Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration The Acworth Parks, Recreation and Community Resource Department will be hosting the 4th annual MLK Day Celebration and 6th Annual Day of Service on Monday, January 18. The ceremony will begin at 10 a.m. and will be held at the Acworth City Hall. Immediately following the ceremony, the Acworth Achievers Mentoring and After School Program will be hosting their Annual Day of Service. They will be working on a service project in the Acworth community. Come and join in! All volunteers are welcome! For more information or ways to get involved, please call (770) 917-1234 or email Mychal Lewis at mlewis@acworth.org.

Free Book, CD & DVD Swap Kennesaw Parks & Recreation’s annual Book, CD, and DVD Swap returns on Saturday, January 9, to the Ben Robertson Community Center, located at 2753 Watts Drive. Drop off your gently used hardcover or paperback books, music CDs and DVD movies on Thursday and Friday, January 7 & 8, from 12 – 8 p.m., and receive a ticket redeemable for the same number of items during “open swap” time on Saturday from 8 – 11 a.m. Books must have their front and back covers intact and be in good condition. CDs and DVDs must be in their original cases and fully operable. Magazines, software, record albums, VHS or cassette tapes, adult content, unauthorized or illegal material will not be accepted. After the event, all unclaimed items will be donated to charitable organizations. This is not a book sale. It is a FREE media swap. Items will not be available for purchase. Assistance is needed during the event with receiving, sorting, counting and bagging items. Volunteers must have the ability to bend, stoop, stand and lift up to 20 lbs. For more information, call (770) 422-9714 or visit www.Kennesaw-Ga.gov/parks-and-recreation.

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Harvest Baptist School Shares Christmas Greetings to Area Fire and Police Students from Harvest Baptist School visited Cherokee County Fire Station 1, Cobb County Fire and Rescue 11, and the Acworth Police Headquarters, wishing our first responders a Merry Christmas. The students and teachers enjoyed the opportunity to sing Christmas carols and offer homemade treats to the firefighters and officers while expressing gratitude to those who faithfully serve our community.

Acworth’s Daddy Daughter Dance “Country-Western Hootenanny” The Acworth Parks, Recreation and Community Resource Department will be hosting their annual Daddy Daughter Dance on Saturday, February 20, from 7 – 9 p.m., at North Cobb High School in the old gym. This year’s theme is: “Country-Western Hootenanny”! We invite all girls ages 13 and under to visit our barn party and enjoy a very special evening with their dads or adult male escort. The daddy-daughter duos will throw on their boots and dance the night away! It will be a great opportunity for dads and their daughters to spend a special evening together. The event will include a DJ, light refreshments, gifts for the girls and a photographer will be set up for optional pictures. Registration for this event is now underway! The cost per couple for City of Acworth residents is $25 and $35 for non-City residents. Additional daughters will be a charge of $10 each. Make sure to pre-register for this event! Day-of registration will only be held if space is available and increased rates will apply. For more information or to register, call (770) 917-1234 or visit www.AcworthParksAndRecreation.org.

“Trains” Event Offers Family Fun The Southern Museum of Civil War & Locomotive History will host the sixth annual installment of its popular “Trains, Trains, Trains” event Saturday and Sunday, January 30 & 31, 9:30 a.m.– 5 p.m. The event will include new and expanded train layouts that offer attendees the opportunity to interact and operate model trains. Hands-on activities for kids of all ages include a take-home craft and a Lego Play & Build area. In addition, railroad artifacts from the Museum’s extensive archive collection will be on display for visitors to learn about, hold and touch. Live railroad music will be performed throughout the event by the Mars Hill Porch Pickers band and others. For more information, visit www.SouthernMuseum.org, follow the Museum at facebook.com/southernmuseum, or call (770) 427-2117 ext. 3058. 12

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Kennesaw’s Valentine’s Dance Takes a Bite of the Big Apple Tickets are on sale for the City of Kennesaw’s annual Valentine’s Dance Party, which will be held on Saturday, February 6, from 6 – 9 p.m., at the Ben Robertson Community Center, located at 2753 Watts Drive. The dance party’s theme will be New York City – everything from its iconic skyline to its legendary landmarks. Feast, play and dance the night away to all your favorite tunes spun by a professional DJ. The family-friendly event will feature an “allyou-care-to-eat” dinner with signature street food, a professional DJ and dancing, character entertainment, a New Year’s Eve-inspired confetti countdown, and plenty of memorable photo opportunities. All adults must be accompanied by a child and all children must be accompanied by an adult. Seating will be open; however, tables will be reserved for parties of six or more. Tickets are only $15 per person and can be purchased online at www.Kennesaw-Ga.gov/ Parks-And-Recreation or at the Ben Robertson Community Center. Advance purchase is required. Tickets are non-refundable after January 29. Children two (2) years of age and under do not need a ticket; however, they must sit on an adult’s lap. For more information, call (770) 422-9714.

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Cobb Chamber Announces 2015 Citizens of the Year The Cobb Chamber’s Area Councils have selected their 2015 Citizens of the Year. Citizen of the Year Awards are given to honor an individual whose impact through the years will be recognized and regarded with pride throughout the area as a role model. These outstanding citizens were chosen for their definable, exceptional deeds, with which he or she has made their community a better place to live. Awards were given to deserving individuals based on local area nominations. Pictured L – R: 2015 West Cobb Citizen of the Year, Shirley Murphy; 2015 Acworth Citizens of the Year, Lisa and Greg Williams; 2015 Kennesaw Citizen of the Year, Mark Mathews.

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Husband and wife Greg and Lisa Williams have been named Acworth Citizens of the Year. The Williams are icons in the Acworth community. Greg has been the band director at North Cobb for over 20 years and Lisa has been Principal at Barber Middle School since the school’s inception.

Mayor Mark Mathews has been named Kennesaw Citizen of the Year. He has been a strong supporter and member of Cobb County Schools for his entire adult life. He was involved and a member of the Kennesaw Downtown Development Board several years ago and then went on to serve 12 years on the Kennesaw City Council. In 2007 was elected Mayor of Kennesaw and served for eight years. He was nominated for his work, the relationships, commitment, compassion, and just down right determination.

Shirley W. Murphy of Shirley’s Helping Hands, LLC, has been named the West Cobb Citizen of the Year. Murphy’s contributions to West Cobb can be seen through various charities. She currently serves as an Advisory Board Member for Loving Arms Cancer Outreach, and volunteers with Family Promise of Cobb where she is an overnight host for families, assists with meals, socialization and homework.

Under Greg’s direction the North Cobb band has become one of the community’s greatest assets. He passes on the importance of serving your community to his students every year. The North Cobb band never misses a Friday night to play for their school. There has never been a community event or parade that the North Cobb band has missed under Greg’s leadership. Lisa’s investment to the Acworth community has greatly added to the area’s quality of life. She sees tremendous opportunity in every situation whether good or bad. In last year’s snow storm that left children stranded at school, she and the staff at Barber did everything to keep them comfortable and entertained.

During his time with the City of Kennesaw his leadership secured the Southern Museum, the Pedestrian Underpass which took almost 15 years of negotiations, Swift Cantrell Park and later adding the Skate Park, the Smith-Gilbert Gardens, and just recently a large downtown development that will change the face and vibrancy of Kennesaw forever. There are many more projects and changes for the better in the works and we will continue to see his works long after his departure from political office.

Citizens’ Police Academy The Citizens’ Police Academy is a 12 week course starting March 1, for participants to be given the opportunity to interact with officers and receive a basic understanding of the operations of the Acworth Police Department (APD) and law enforcement in general. Upon completion of the course, graduates will be invited to ride along with officers during a tour of duty. All classes will be held at the APD, with a few field trips. Non- Residents will be required to be sponsored for the Academy by a City business owner, Citizens’ Police Academy Graduate or an Acworth Police Officer. Participants must be 21 years of age and submit to a background screening. The class is FREE but space is limited. The citizens’ police academy is a program where citizens attend a modified version of the standard basic mandate course required for certification of law enforcement officer. This is a 48-50 hour course of instruction that gives the student a realistic view of the day to day activities of an officer and the training that must be completed in order to gain certification in the state. The 12 session program allows the students to see first hand the training and functioning of modern day law enforcement officers. The students will participate in practical exercises that allow them to experience the actual stopping of cars and qualification with firearms. For more information or to register, call Lt. Michael Taylor at (678) 801-4073 or visit www. AcworthPolice.org. You may also email Officer Youlanda Leverette at yleverette@acworth.org. 14

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Murphy is also a coordinator with the Keep Cobb Beautiful Adopt-A-Mile Program, and President of Daughters of Zion, while managing the daily operations of her own home healthcare business. Murphy is an ethical leader and her good nature and compassion for others has earned her the title of the West Cobb Citizen of the Year.

KCSMA Academy Enrollment The Kennesaw Charter Science and Math Academy (KCSMA) is now accepting applications for the 2016-2017 school year. KCSMA is a public charter school that uses a lottery system to determine the order in which students are granted admission. Lottery applications are due by January 31, 2016. Applications are available online at www. KennesawCharter.com/Enrollment. php. Applications after the deadline are added to the waitlist in the order they are received. All kindergarten students must be five years of age by September 1st and all first grade students must be six years of age by September 1st. Cobb County residency is a requirement to attend. There will be an open forum lottery on campus, February 6, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. For more information or a tour of the school, please email rcoleman@kcsma.net or visit www. Facebook.com/KCSMA.

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Allatoona High School Football STATE CHAMPIONS

On Friday, December 11, 2015, Allatoona High School became the first Cobb County District School to win a football State Championship. Here are just a few pictures from a victory celebration that took place in downtown Acworth to honor and recognize the team and their coaches. Congratulations!

Cameron West Marine Captain Cameron West received his specially adapted Homes for Our Troops home in Acworth, Georgia, on December 12. More than 200 community members came to his Key Ceremony to welcome him and his family home. Cameron lost his right leg, sustained severe damage to the left leg and damage to his right hand while serving in Afghanistan. His new home features more than 40 major special adaptations such as widened doorways for wheelchair access, a roll-in shower, and kitchen amenities that include pull-down shelving and lowered countertops. The home will also alleviate the mobility and safety issues associated with a traditional home, including navigating a wheelchair through narrow hallways or over thresholds, riding on carpets, or reaching for cabinets that are too high. All costs for the home were covered by Homes for Our Troops and its network of donors, supporters and corporate partners. For more information about Homes for Our Troops, visit www.HFOTUSA.org. 18

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Learning. Loving. Preparing your child to live a life with purpose. Influence. It means everything. Whether you are creating it or reacting to it, influence will change the world. Everyone’s ideas have weight and they all make an impact… which can be a scary thing when it comes to raising our children. Who is going to influence them? Then, in turn, who are they going to go on and influence? At North Cobb Christian School our passion, in partnership with you, is to build up your children to prepare them for the rest of their lives; sending them out with thinking and learning skills, knowing that they are going to make a difference in the world and influence it for Christ. Through any one of our many academic programs from Pathways to the Academies or from the Athletics to the Arts; everything we do is tailored to touch every child in our NCCS family so that they might both know and be known. We love with boldness, worship with abandon, and work with devotion; willing to take risks to ensure student success. For some, that success will be a smooth stroll but for others, it will be an arduous climb… so as we summit together, we will have learned much about each other. Our heart’s desire is that along the way, your child will have caught just as much as they have been taught… and that moving on to the next stage in their life, the influence they have on others might be a wonderful reflection of our own, as we both reflect our Heavenly Father.

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2015 Brings Many Exciting Things to Northwest Cobb As I complete my first year of service as your District One Commissioner, I am excited about all of the good work we are doing around the district and Cobb as a whole. Smart development and growth has been encouraged and supported with land use plan updates. We also completed the new air traffic control tower and customs inspections facility at Cobb County International Airport. This customs facility will have a positive economic impact by allowing international flights to land directly at our airport. The new tower is nearly twice the height of the old one, improving visibility and the work environment for air traffic controllers. Two new Georgia Department of Driver Services facilities also opened to better serve the public. One is located about a mile north of North Cobb High School and serves residents of Kennesaw and Acworth. The other is located on County Services Parkway in Marietta. Voter approved Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax dollars continue to fund needed transportation improvements around the district. Work continues on the Skip Spann Connector, which will create a bridge between Frey Road and Busbee Drive over Interstate 75. This will provide commuters improved highway access to the Town Center area and Kennesaw State University. This project will also provide congestion relief and improved access to the Chastain Road and I-75 interchange. Pedestrian and bicycle access between the KSU campus and stadium will be improved.

And cycling enthusiasts can enjoy a new bike share program in the Town Center area. The program provides commuters with a safe, fun and affordable option to get from point A to point B. You can rent a bike and enjoy the areaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s more than eight miles of scenic trails or use it as an alternative transportation solution. We recently celebrated the two year anniversary of the announcement that the Atlanta Braves will move to Cobb in 2017. Thus far, there has been $800 million of private investment in the area and a 60 percent annual return on Cobb Countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s investment is projected. About 5,000 construction jobs have been created and more than $200 million worth of contracts have been awarded to Cobb-based companies. About 5,300 additional jobs are projected to be created in the ballpark, mixed use development and office towers. I am extremely proud of our community, who came together to support local Acworth hero, Capt. Cameron West. He was severely injured in combat and through the Homes for Our Troops program, he recently received a mortgage-free, specially adapted home in Acworth. Our community can also take pride in the Allatoona High School Buccaneers, who won the 2015 AAAAA State Football Championship! I am confident 2016 will continue to be a prosperous and successful year for District One, as we continue building upon the accomplishments of 2015.

To sign up for the District 1 Newsletter and more, visit www.CobbCounty.org. You may also contact me directly at (770) 528-3313 or by emailing bob.weatherford@cobbcounty.org or my assistant at shannon.woody@cobbcounty.org.

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Diet Soda Habit Very Harmful For Your Teeth In today’s society, it amazes me that the farther we progress, there are still variables that impede this progress. We’ve invented cell phones and enhanced communication, but it seems as though quality communication between people is worse than ever. In dentistry, we have improved prevention using sealants, but the increase in soda consumption has compromised this progress significantly.

would sip her diet sodas and hold it in her mouth before swallowing, which caused much worse tooth destruction, because it promoted long exposure time to the acid properties of the beverage. The soda’s acid destruction attacks the overall shell of enamel. It destroys the attractive quality of the enamel on the front of your teeth and causes the enamel to look mottled and brown. The acid destruction also reduces the bite surfaces of all the teeth and will eventually lead to a collapsed bite, which is not good. In the case of this particular patient, who did not receive regular check ups for many years, her teeth were completely eroded and all of her teeth had to be removed and replaced with dentures.

In a recent study, it was stated that the heavy consumption of diet soda can damage teeth as badly as methamphetamine or crack cocaine. According to Dr. Mohamed Bassiouny, a professor of restorative dentistry at the Temple University School of Dentistry in Philadelphia, when comparing “meth mouth” to “Coke mouth” side by side, it is startling to see the similarities in the intensity and extent of damage. Although this is a radical comparison of several very different etiologies, it does place emphasis on the common factor of acid based destruction of teeth.

“Meth mouth” is a common phrase and refers to the complete deterioration of teeth in a meth user’s mouth. Not only does the drug cause acid destruction of the teeth, but it also reduces saliva in the mouth that normally washes acid off teeth, accelerating tooth destruction. Again, the comparison in this study was based upon acid disintegration of the tooth enamel.

Damage to teeth from acid erosion is directly connected to methamphetamine, crack cocaine and soda, whether sweetened or not. The acids in soda are citric acid and phosphoric acid, and constant exposure can rot teeth. Dr. Bassiouny found a woman in her 30s, who drank two liters of diet soda daily for three to five years, had the same serious tooth destruction as a 29 year old methamphetamine addict and a 51 year old steady crack cocaine user.

The soda drinker must realize prevention is the best approach to avoid tooth erosion and decay. How often, how much and how long the soda is in your mouth are all key factors. Reduce these variables and you will improve your oral health. Remember soda is highly acidic and there are better alternatives.

There are several interesting facts about the diet soda drinker. The woman chose diet drinks because she had concerns about weight gain. She believed that since there was less sugar, the diet soda would not bother her teeth. This is a common misconception believed by many people and for some, a fact that is not even considered by many people. Diet drinks have chemical properties that still Tooth decay from soda demineralize the enamel in your teeth. This woman

The best advice is to not drink sodas, but that is a bit extreme. The second best habit is to drink water immediately following a soda to wash away some of the acidity. The next best habit is to clean your teeth promptly after drinking a soda.

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Acworth Police Department The New Year is a time for making resolutions and preparing for the year to come. It is my favorite time of year because it renews our hopes and ambitions for the future. As chief, I have the pleasure and responsibility of setting goals and making plans for our entire police department. Last year, I set a goal of making excellence in training our primary objective. Working toward that goal, we hired a training officer for the department, purchased a use of force simulator, and nearly doubled the number of training hours that our officers received. It was a lofty goal, but I knew that I could count on my excellent staff to make it happen, and they did. We have a city council and mayor who are all dedicated to our department, as are our local businesses. We are blessed to live in this community, and I feel honored to have been entrusted with the leadership of our police department. Trust is something that must be earned, and the Acworth Police Department has worked hard to earn the trust of our community. Trust results when we do two things: spend time, and do what’s right. Those two small but infinitely important things are the basis of our community policing philosophy and the core of our department mission and core values. It is the mission of the Acworth Police Department to provide fair, impartial, and excellent law enforcement service to our community. To that end, we pledge to pursue the highest levels of training and education available, and to offer our community the highest levels of professionalism to the best of our ability. Our core values are integral to achieving our mission; they are: • • • •

Courage – to overcome opposition, fear and prejudice Obligation – to serve the community with respect and dignity Dedication – to the highest levels of professionalism, leadership and honor Enforcement – to exercise integrity in the use of power and authority

In 2015, anyone watching the news was able to see divisions growing throughout our country. From the view of the media, it may seem like our country is coming apart at the seams. However, the image that we see every day from the City of Acworth is one of peace and a community that is united. We regularly come together to support those in our community. We did so for families in need throughout the month of December, and we do so throughout the year with events such as Covering the Bases, Shoot for the Horizon and this year, with our new Covering the Faces fundraiser. I have authorized our officers to grow beards during the month of January and compete for the “Best Beard.” To enter the competition, they must raise a $100 entry fee, which will be donated to Covering the Bases. It’s a fun way to raise funds for a cause that is near and dear to our hearts. So, if you see our officers looking a little scruffy this month, you’ll know that it is for a good cause! The Acworth Police Department has had a busy and challenging 2015, and we are looking forward to a number of exciting events scheduled for 2016. Our annual Citizens’ Police Academy class will be starting in March and seats will fill up quickly. The registration form can be found at www.AcworthPolice.org. If you have not already participated, I encourage you to enroll and learn more about your police department and what we do. We are here for this community and we know that you are here for us as well. I wish you all a happy and healthy new year!

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A special thank you goes out to the ladies of the Allatoona Quilters Guild for their annual donation of quilts to the APD. This year, the members have quilted 218 quilts for the department’s use and over the past three years, they have made over 500 quilts and over 1,000 pillow cases. The APD thanks you for your continued support and to fabric.com in making this possible. 34

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On Saturday, December 12th, and Sunday December 13th, the Cobblestone Golf Course hosted two charity golf tournaments to benefit children and families who are in need this Christmas season. Both events were named for the late Judge James Tillman Payne, who was one of the founding members of the Men’s Golf Association and had a heart for children in need. These tournaments were his creation, and each year, he played in the parent/child tournament with his grandson, Topper. The entire community was saddened by the loss of Judge Payne this year, but his wife, Aundrea, attended the event and his grandson played as well, accompanied by his coach. When we lose those we love and who had such a huge impact on our lives, we honor their memory by continuing the work that they began. These tournaments do just that. The Men’s golf tournament was held on Saturday and had 82 golfers in participation. On Sunday, the Cobblestone Junior Golf Association held their tournament in which 52 parents and children participated. Together, the tournaments raised $2500 dollars and collected hundreds of toys for children in need. Terry Harnage and Joyce Wilcox from Cobblestone Golf Course organized the tournaments, and the overwhelming success of both tournaments is due to their leadership and their dedication to this community. On Friday, December 18th, the Acworth Police Department will open their 3rd annual Christmas Shop at the police headquarters. Parents and guardians from local schools who have been identified as being in need will have the opportunity to pick out gifts that have been donated for their children at the Christmas Shop. Over the past 3 years, Cobblestone Men’s and Junior Golf Associations along with the Acworth Police Department have raised thousands of dollars and helped hundreds of parents to provide gifts for their children on Christmas morning. Judge Payne was a great man who had a passion for helping others. He believed that, “No child in our community should wake up without gifts on Christmas morning.” He was right, and he worked to make sure that belief became a reality. His legacy of selfless giving continues to provide for those in need even after he has left us. This year, we help our community in his memory. In doing so, we are all blessed to receive a gift that Judge Payne has given to us. (See the following two pages for highlights of the golf tournament and our facebook page for more pictures – AcworthCM.)

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American Legion Post 304 Happy New Year 2016! North Cobb Post 304 was officially chartered by the American Legion in October 1991. I guess that is a Silver Anniversary. The Post has come a long way since the days when about eight North Cobb veterans got together and discussed how to make a difference for local veterans. Most of these guys were Vietnam veterans. Many of you probably don’t remember the “you’re not welcome” treatment our society gave to those who served during the Vietnam War. It was ugly….. They deserved better…. They didn’t start the war in Southeast Asia; they just served when the call came from Uncle Sam….. The Selective Service System drafted for the military service back then….. The scorn lasted for decades. It is remarkable that despite the treatment they received when they came home, the founding members huddled together in a warehouse off of Highway 41 to form Post 304 in order to show the community that they still cared for our country and their fellow veterans. Fast forward to today….North Cobb Post 304 is 430 members strong, we have a Post Home, recently added an American Legion Auxiliary Unit 304, Sons of the American Legion (S.A.L.) Squadron 304 and an American Legion Riders (ALR) unit to our Legion Family. Our focus remains on the Four Pillars of the American Legion: I. Veterans Affairs and Rehabilitation – Advocate to Congress on behalf of veterans and active duty personnel, provide programs and services that improve the lives of veterans and their families. II. National Security – Advocate for a strong national defense, homeland security, border control and support of military personnel and their families. III. Americanism – Promote and provide wholesome programs that make a difference in the lives of local youth and veterans. Also provide educational opportunities on patriotism, the U.S. Constitution and the responsibilities of citizenship. IV. Children & Youth – Strengthen the family unit, support organizations that help children in need and provide communities with well-rounded programs to offer hope and opportunity to young people facing difficult challenges. Events at Post 304: • Auxiliary Dinner – 2nd Friday of each month – Reservations required. • Commanders Dinner – 4th Friday of each month – Reservations required. • Karaoke by Galaxy Karaoke every Thursday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. • Cowboy Night – Fundraiser for the Oratorical Contest – January 29th, Auction, Live Entertainment • Post 304 Oratorical Contest – February 6th – If you would like to be a judge, contact the Post. God Bless America! Commander Ron Post 304 phone: 678-217-5738 Donations can be mailed to: North Cobb Post 304 4220 S. Main Street, Acworth, GA 30101 or via the “Donate Tab” on the Post website www.Post304.org 38

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T he P erfect H ome R emodel It all begins with a dream. Cathedral ceilings! Skylights! Room-sized closets! But, the dream may turn into a nightmare, without proper planning. Follow these steps to start your home improvement project off on the right foot. 1. Draw Your Dream Even before you consult an architect, you can begin sketching out your ideas and imagining your dream. If you are adding or expanding a room, think about how the space will be used and how the changes will affect traffic patterns. Also, consider how new construction will affect the overall context of your home. An oversized addition may overwhelm your house or crowd a small lot. Although you may dream of having a spacious new addition, the project may not make sense if you plan to sell your house in a few years. A luxury bathroom can price your house beyond the values in your neighborhood. Moreover, your own family’s needs may be very different in a few years. Will the plans you draw today fit your future? One of the best ways to get inspiration and to avoid pitfalls, is to follow the experiences of other homeowners. 2. Count Your Money Even the best-laid budgets can go bust. Chances are, your remodeling project will cost more than you expect. Before you set your heart on high-end ceramic tile, find out how much you have to spend and make sure you have a cushion against cost overruns. For must-have items that could wipe out your savings account, explore home improvement loans and other financing options. 3. Choose your team Unless you plan to take on the entire project by yourself, you’ll need to hire helpers. Naturally, you’ll want to make sure that the folks who work for you are qualified, licensed and properly insured. Finding the best team for your remodeling project goes beyond a simple reference check. The architect who has won top awards may have a design vision that is very different from your own. Do not begin remodeling without a written contract. Make sure everyone agrees on the work that will be completed and how long it will take. Also, be clear on the types of materials that will – and will not – be used. The larger the project, the greater your frustrations could be. Realize that there will be equipment breakdowns, supply shortages, miscommunications and delays. Draw up a few friendly rules for workers. Tell them where they may park their trucks and store their equipment. Plan for ways you can indulge yourself when times become especially stressful. 4. Get Permission In most parts of the world, a legal permit is required before you make structural changes to your home. The building permit ensures that the remodeling project meets local building codes and safety regulations. If you live in a historic district, the permit also ensures that exterior changes to your home are in keeping with neighborhood guidelines. General contractors will usually take care of the paperwork, but smaller contractors may not.... and the permits become your responsibility.

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Eddie Jones looks back on his life in Acworth with nothing but a lot of good memories of a great town that he has always called home. Born on September 2, 1944, Eddie actually lived the first few years of his life in Rome, Georgia. This was where his parents, L.D. and Annie B., were from; however, when Eddie was about six years old, the Jones family moved to a large home on Main Street which is the same house where the Serendipity House is located now. After a short time of living there though, they moved to a house on Collins Circle, near Lake Acworth. In 1950, Eddie began school at Acworth Elementary and continued there through 8th grade; and then went on to high school at the newly opened North Cobb High School. Eddie then decided to focus on his working life and began working in construction with his oldest brother, Bobby. While during the day, Eddie would build houses, but at night he worked at the local “pool room.” In 1963, Eddie took over ownership of the pool room – it was located uptown on the corner, near where Lacey Drugs is today. It was very small and only had three pool tables. Therefore, after about a year, Bobby built a new building for the pool room on Main Street. Thus, the pool room moved and was located in the buildings where Acworth Florist sits today, and some other shops over the past years. In 1966, Eddie switched his business and took over Mr. Shaw’s, Sinclair Service Station, located on Main Street. They sold tires, pumped gas, did oil changes and even washed cars – a true “full service” station. In 1968, Eddie converted from the “service station” to a tire store and hence, Sinclair Service Station became Jones Tire Co. Eddie still owns and operates it today – not to mention, he still works there 10 hours a day! Through owning his tire shop, he has been extremely blessed by the community here in Acworth. He has served generations of families over the years and through his business he has been able to stay in touch with people that he grew up with by them bringing their cars in for service. They do good, honest work, that people can trust – and when customers leave the store, they recommend Jones Tire Co. to people they know as well. Further, when Eddie first opened his business, it was customary for stores in town to be closed on Wednesdays and opened on

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Eddie Jones Saturdays, instead of just being the normal Monday through Friday. This was due to the fact that many people who lived out in the “country” were only able to come to town to do their shopping on Saturdays. So, Eddie would use Wednesdays as his restock day, since companies back then did not deliver tires to the stores. He and the guys that worked for him would go pick up tires from different places in Tennessee or Alabama to gear up for the rush of customers that would come over the weekend. Growing up as a kid in Acworth was all about finding your own ways to have fun. Whether it was riding bikes, fishing at the lake, playing at the flats (the area behind Acworth Elementary), Eddie and the neighborhood kids always managed to have a great time. Eddie also remembers spending a lot of time at the lake and the beach, as his house was very close to it. There was a bridge down behind his house that allowed him to walk straight over to the beach. When Eddie was growing up, Bill Casey ran the beach house and he would always let Eddie play games on the pinball machines – this is just one of his fond memories of the beach. Further, there was a boat dock at the lake that rented out boats to people. At one point, this dock also had a show boat that would give rides all around Lake Acworth. One of Eddie’s first jobs as a kid was actually running this show boat! Also, near Eddie’s house was a lot of the government property that served as a “playground” of sorts for Eddie and his friends as well. At this time, the government was not very strict with their property so Eddie, along with his siblings and friends, would go down and build huts to camp out in. One time, they even built a small cabin on that property! When they weren’t building huts or playing at the lake, Eddie and the kids from Collins Circle would go over to a vacant lot on Seminole Drive that was owned by the Allen family and play football against the Seminole Drive kids, which always proved to be a fun time. It was so safe back then that the kids could leave in the morning and spend all day playing, not retuning home until after dark. When Eddie became old enough to drive, around 16 or 17 years old, the popular thing to do was for all the guys to clean their cars up and get together in a parking lot to “show off” their cars. Several

As Eddie grew up, he eventually raised his own kids in Acworth. He has three children: Roger Jones, Bryan Jones and Kimberly Jones Whitlock – all of whom still live in Acworth today. Between his three children, Eddie also has eight grandchildren and one great grandchild. Many of his family members also help out at the tire shop now. Kimberly’s husband, Joe, is a mechanic and runs the alignment shop, Kimberly does the bookkeeping and his oldest grandson, Brennan, helps out from time to time, too!

of them had ’55 Chevrolets or Trucks – cars that are classics today. It was around this time that Eddie also became interested in drag racing. He would spend all week getting his car ready and then on Saturdays and Sundays, he would head to the Dallas Drag Strip to race. As you can see, Eddie has always had a love for cars.

There are several “landmark” places around Acworth that come to Eddie’s mind when reminiscing on the town. For instance, he remembers As if being a dad and a business owner the Acworth Hotel, located where wasn’t enough to keep him busy, in the 70s Lacey Drugs is today. He also has Eddie also found time to coach little league memories of spending time at both baseball at Pop Willis Field. He coached the the regular indoor theatre and at the 8 – 12 age group and eventually, his son, drive-in theatre in town. They were Bryan, played on his team. Eddie really both owned by Cecil Hudson, and enjoyed coaching and ended up doing if Eddie was lucky, his mom would so for about 10 years. The players and give him a quarter or two – enough Eddie Jones surrounded by his family – people he met through coaching were all for him to spend an entire Saturday incredible people and little league baseball at the movies! Next door to the Hannah Whitlock, Hayden Jones, Gage Jones, provided some of his favorite memories of indoor theatre sat the Silver Trolley Chase Whitlock, Alyssa Jones, Roger Jones, his time in Acworth. Also, around the same restaurant that served hotdogs and Kim Jones, Bryan Jones, Destiny Jones, time, Eddie owned a cabin and a boat up at hamburgers. If kids were thirsty, Bryceson Tyler, Jessica Smith, Brennan Whitlock, King’s Camp. He has many fun memories they could go over to one of the Kimberly Whitlock and Joe Whitlock of teaching his kids, along with several of pharmacies in town for a Coca-Cola at the boys he coached and his nieces and the soda fountain. Another infamous nephews how to water ski. store that Eddie remembers was Allen’s 5 & 10. Even more, Eddie remembers the two doctors in town – Dr. Cauble and Dr. McCall. Even though Eddie has seen and experienced many changes Eddie went to Dr. Cauble from the time he was little until Dr. Cauble in Acworth over the years, Acworth is still the small, laid-back, retired and genuinely remembers both doctors as being good, southern town it once was in Eddie’s mind. Eddie put it perfectly well respected men. In a town filled with good businesses and when he said that he grew up during a good time, in a good town – even better business owners, it is no wonder that Eddie decided once again proving…There’s No Place Like Acworth. to become a business owner in Acworth himself.

Eddie’s 55 Chevrolet the “Lil General” that he used for drag racing.

Eddie pictured with his other 55 Chevrolet.

8 yr. old Acworth Angels baseball team with Coach Eddie Jones.

Stock Up For Winter Now that the holidays are over, most of us are still trying to figure out ways to use up the last of the holiday foods in the fridge. When you’re bagging up leftover meats to save for later, give a second thought to keeping the bones as well. Take turkey bones for instance. Once you’ve pulled all the meat off, put the bones in a large pot and completely cover them with water. Add salt and pepper, a tablespoon or two of butter and boil until the water reduces – and voila, you have turkey stock! The same can be done with chicken or ham bones. You can store the stock in glass jars in the fridge or in plastic containers in the freezer, making sure to remove the bones first. Be sure to season the liquid to suit your taste buds while it is still cooking. Bland foods (pasta, rice, etc.) are great to boil in the stock you just made. Once your pasta is done, don’t drain the liquid. Instead, transfer the pasta to a skillet, add your favorite veggies and some of that leftover ham or turkey, then pour some of the pasta water back over it. Add a little extra virgin olive oil and season to taste. The pasta water will create a well-seasoned sauce. This method works great when cooking potatoes as well. Boil your potatoes in stock, then remove them and save the water. The starch from the potatoes remains in the water and provides a great thickener for soups and gravies, without adding cornstarch or flour. It’s also good in beef stew and chili. By adding seasoned water/broth to dishes, you give them a more complex flavor, as well as thickening them without requiring extra ingredients. Ham stock can be made the same way as turkey or chicken stock. If you add a little butter or extra virgin olive oil while cooking, it gives the broth a silky texture. This type of broth is fabulous in bean-based soups. Split pea soup can be made using 4 cups of ham broth, 1 cup of dried split peas, 1 cup of shredded carrots, 2 teaspoons of salt, 1 teaspoon of pepper and 1 teaspoon of minced garlic. Combine all ingredients and heat to boiling and cover. Once peas are softened, mash them slightly with the bottom of a glass to thicken your soup (if you don’t have an immersion blender). Additional stock might be needed if it becomes too thick. When you’re cleaning out your fridge, make certain that you consider all of the possible uses for the leftover meat bones, as they can provide great flavor sources. Happy cooking everyone! Tiffany Hughes is an Acworth resident who enjoys spending time with her family and furbabies. She will gladly provide additional recipes if you email her at creativecook11@yahoo.com. 42

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“Make It Happen”

December Luncheon

Congratulations to Danielle Hilderbrand, of Pearl’s Spa, who was selected as the ABA Business of the Year and to Dr. Richard Rosenberg, who was named the ABA Person of the Year. They were honored for their dedication, support and many contributions the ABA and the Acworth community.

The ABA thanked Steve Salyers of NorthStar Church for all of his work and support in assisting the ABA year after year.

Welcome to the New Year! In 2015, the commitment to Connect, Inform, Promote and Give created incredible growth and opportunity for the ABA and our members. Membership has grown to over 300 and our joint efforts have allowed us to give more than $30,000 back to our schools and community. The ABA is successful because of our members. They have invested their time, talents and service to our Andrew Windham community. As we head into 2016, the ABA President ABA plans to build on its success in order to continue its impact on Acworth and the surrounding community. To fulfill that plan, we want each business owner to… • Connect with the 300+ members at our monthly Luncheon and Alive after 5 events • Inform our members and community about your business and how to get involved in great events like our annual golf tournament and Taste of Acworth. • Promote and grow your business with Morning Jolt, Member Spotlights and event Sponsorship. • Give as we partner with our schools, kick off student mentor programs, and host appreciation events for teachers. 2016 is the time to Get Involved, Give Back and Tell the ABA Story. Become a member (or renew your membership), online at www. AcworthBusiness.org and start sharing why Acworth is a great place to live, work and play. Look forward to seeing you at our events! Andrew Windham ABA President

January Events: • January 7: ABA Monthly Luncheon, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., at NorthStar Church, 3413 Blue Springs Road in Kennesaw. The guest speaker will be Holly Bass Quinlan, CEO, Cobb Travel and Tourism. Cost: $15/members and $25/non-members. Throughout the year, the ABA gives back to the community in many ways through their membership dollars. Pictured is their “Gifts of Love” check for $4900 that represents just some of the donations to the community via the schools, the local sports teams, the Horizon Field, youth groups and more.

ABA President Elect Andrew Windham (center) pictured with the newly selected ABA interns, Robert Ross & Meredith Tilton, from Allatoona High School.

• January 12: ABA Morning Jolt, 7:30 – 9 a.m., at the American Legion North Cobb Post 304, 4220 Main Street, Acworth. Networking that focuses on passing referrals with each other. FREE/members and $5/non-members. • January 12: ABA /WCBA Leads Exchange, 3 – 4:30 p.m., held at LuLu’s Firewater Grill at 3345 Cobb Parkway. Cross networking event that focuses on passing referrals between two business associations. Cost: $5 • January 14: ABA Alive After Five, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m., Center Street Tavern will host the AA5 this month. They are located at 4381 Senator Russell Ave., in downtown Acworth (next door to City Hall) FREE/members and $5/non-members.

Henry’s Louisiana Grill catered the December luncheon. Pictured are Chef Henry Chandler & staff.

Jay White recognized the 2015 Board of Directors and thanked them for their dedication and support to the ABA.

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• January 26: ABA Morning Jolt, 7:30 – 9 a.m., at the American Legion North Cobb Post 304, 4220 Main Street, Acworth. Networking that focuses on passing referrals with each other. FREE/members and $5/non-members.

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December’s Alive After Five was held at Cedar Plantation

A special thank you to Brigit Rowe, owner of the Cedar Plantation, and Adriane Larson, owner & chef of Adriane’s Delectables, who hosted and catered the December Alive After Five. Pictured above is at look at this beautiful historical home, in downtown Acworth, that dates back prior to the Civil War – the perfect venue for weddings, receptions and corporate events. Adriane’s Delectables has received nearly 100 awards in culinary expertise and provided catering service for many dignitaries locally and from around the world. Pictured L– R: Brigit Rowe & Adriane Larson (in red) and Adriane with her staff members: Donna Fring, Alexandra Ficken & Tyler Larson.

James Albright & Lee Kary

Eugeniy Popov & Mac Ruiz

Mark Morgan & Brent Rittersdorf

Jim Vogel, Brigit Rowe & Harry Walker

Mark Schisler, Lee Kary & Matthew Shuuman

Bob Weatherford “photobombs” Brenda Sanders, Russell Hollister & Linda Stringer

Jordan Reid, Taylor Theodore, Danielle Theodore & Beth Ann Reid They also visit the famous cazebo where many wedding ceremonies take place.

David and Carol Braund

Mac Ruiz & Gary Troutman

Mayor Tommy Allegood and his wife, Carol.

Rocket Frain & Dan Harr

Kay Morgan, Adriane Larson, Mayor Tommy Allegood, Jim Ditolla, Jim Kranz & Carol Allegood

Brigit and Adriane speak to the guests.

Brent Rittersdorf, Bill Quinney & Diane Vehar

Brigit Rowe

Zac Allen & Teresa Pitzel

Mark Schisler & Danielle Hilderbrand

Bob Weatherford & Brigit Rowe

Seated: Brenda Sanders, Lisa Rock, Bob Weatherford & Jill Abbott Standing: Kay Morgan & Gary Van Nuis

Right Voices, Right Choices It’s an honor to venture into your home or help you pass the time while waiting for an appointment at an establishment around town via the Acworth Community Magazine each month. Hopefully, this article adds enough value to your life to be worth the 90-second investment it takes to read or skim through it. I don’t take your attention lightly because I know there are a lot of voices vying for your attention. Some voices are positive and can lead you in the right direction. Some voices are negative and will take you in the wrong direction. Personally, I know that I have spent far too much time listening to the wrong voices. I assume the same is true for you. What can we do about that? Let’s decide right now not to make the same mistakes in 2016 that we did in years prior. This is the year that we are going to get over the barriers that hold us back from realizing our true potential! Read this verse written by a man named John as he referenced a statement that Jesus had spoken… John 10: 7-10. Therefore Jesus said again, “Very truly I tell you, I am the gate for the sheep. 8 All who have come before me are thieves and robbers, but the sheep have not listened to them. 9 I am the gate; whoever enters through me will be saved. They will come in and go out, and find pasture. 10 The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full. Without diving too deep into this verse, let’s ask: Why didn’t the “sheep” listen to the wrong voices that were vying for their attention? How did they stay focused on the right person and concentrate on the correct voice? The key wasn’t their will power, self-discipline or intellectual ability. Sheep are not the brightest animals on the planet. The key was the fact that they had grown accustomed to the voice of the Shepherd. As a result, the other voices had lost their appeal. It works the same for us. If we want to make the right choices, we must listen to the right voices. I am not talking about the voices that just tell us everything we want to hear. I am talking about the voices that love us enough to tell us the truth, even if and when it is hard. There are only two kinds of voices. The right voices enable you to make the right choices. The wrong voices inevitably lead to the wrong choices. The choice is up to you.

J.R. Lee is the Lead Pastor of Freedom Church, with locations in Acworth and Kennesaw. You can get all the information you need by calling the church at (770) 529-6006 or visit www.FreedomChurch.tv. Also, check out his blog at www.JRLee.tv.

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BAPTIST Antioch Baptist Bible Church 5871 Glade Road, (770) 529-1546 Pastor: Dr. Edward Kirsche, Sr.

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Awtrey-Westwood Baptist Church 5855 Awtrey Church Road NW, (770) 974-0023 Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Wed. Svc: 7 p.m. Pastor: Rev. Loy Frix Calvary Baptist Church of Acworth 4361 Westside Drive, (770) 974-4965 Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Wed. Svc: 6:30 p.m. www.CalvaryBaptistAcworth.org Cedarcrest Church 4600 Cobb Pkwy NW, (678) 460-3500 Sunday Service: 8:30, 10 & 11:30 a.m. Pastor: George Wright www.CedarcrestChurch.com First Baptist Church of Acworth 4583 Church Street, (770) 974-3021 Sunday Services: 10:45 a.m. & 5:30 p.m. Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Wed. Svc: 6 p.m. Pastor: Dr. David M. Joyner www.FBCAcworth.com Glade Road Baptist Church 6570 Glade Road, (770) 975-1143 Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Wed. Svc: 7 p.m. Pastor: Chuck Smith www.GladeRoadBaptist.com Harvest Baptist Church 3460 Kellogg Creek Road, (770) 974-9091 Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 5 p.m. Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Wed. Svc: 7 p.m. Pastor: Dr. Reed www.HBCGA.org Hickory Grove Baptist Church 2862 Hickory Grove Road Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Service: 11 a.m. Pastor: Wendell King

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Hickory Heights Baptist Church 221 Dabbs Bridge Road, (404) 488-3667 Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Sunday Service: 11 a.m. Wed. Svc: 7 p.m. Pastor: Phil Miller www.HickoryHeights.org Hillcrest Baptist Church 6069 Woodstock Road, (770) 917-9100 Sunday Services: 10:45 a.m. & 6 p.m. Sunday Alive Groups: 9:30 a.m. Wed. Services: Youth/6:30 p.m. & Adults/7 p.m. Pastor: Mike Maxwell www.HBCAcworth.org Iron Hill Baptist Church 5172 Groovers Landing Road, (770) 974-2951 Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. (Child.) 10 a.m. (Adult) Sunday Svcs: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wed. Svc: 7 p.m. Pastor: Dan Guider w ww.IronhillBaptist.org Keystone Baptist Church Meets at Allatoona High School 3300 Dallas Acworth Highway, (678) 230-5317 Sunday Service: 11 a.m. Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Pastor: Terry Nelson www.KeystoneOnline.org

Morning View Baptist Church 3750 Dallas Acworth Hwy (770) 443-5600 Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. Wed. Svc: 7:15 p.m. Pastor: Sammy Burgess

Zion Hill Baptist Church 4255 Taylor St., (770) 974-8221 Sunday Service: 11 a.m. Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Wed. Svc: 7:30 p.m. Pastor: Dr. Frank Johnson, Jr. www.ZionHillAcworth.org

Mount Olivet Baptist Church 2385 Acworth Due West Road, (770) 974-8335 Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Wed. Svc: 6 p.m. Pastor: Michael A. Smith

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New Hope Baptist Church 3814 New Hope Church Road, (770) 974-7612 Sunday Services: 11 a.m & 6 p.m. Sunday School: 10 a.m. Wed. Svc: 6:30 p.m. Pastor: Brad Dewberry Piney Grove Baptist Church 1605 Mars Hill Road, (770) 428-5122 Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Wed. Svc: 7 p.m. Pastor: Scotty Davis www.PineyGrove.net Redemption Baptist Church 4160 New Hope Church Road, (770) 529-0509 Sunday Services: 9, 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. Sunday School: 10 a.m. Wed. Svc: 7 p.m. Pastor: Jody Harrison Sardis Missionary Baptist Church 2741 S. Main St., Kennesaw, (770) 428-4031 Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Wed. Svc: 7 p.m. Pastor: Howard Lewis, Jr. www.SardisMBCKennesawGA.org Summit Baptist Church 4310 Moon Station Lane, (770) 975-4595 Sunday Bible Study: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Services: 11 a.m. Pastor: Dr. Scott Miller www.SummitChurch.org Thankful Baptist Church 928 Kennesaw Due West, Kenn. (678) 797-0611 Sunday Service: 10 a.m. Pastor: John Harris www.ThankfulBaptistKennesaw.org The Entire Bible Baptist Church 4980 North Cobb Parkway (770) 926-1464 Sunday Services: 11 a.m., 6 p.m. Sunday School: 10 a.m. Wed. Svc: 7:30 p.m. Pastor: Dane Gentry Three Taverns Church 3575 Acworth Due West Road, (678) 856-8002 Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Wed. Svc: 7 p.m. Pastor: Doug Burrier www.ThreeTavernsChurch.org Victory Baptist Church 5717 Priest Road, Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. Sunday School: 10 a.m. Wed. Svc: 7 p.m. Pastor: Bro. Donald E. Lewis West Ridge Church 3522 Hiram Acworth Hwy., (770) 222-2125 Sunday Services: 9, 10:45 a.m. & 12:30 p.m. Pastor: Brian Bloye www.Westridge.com Western Hills Baptist Church 700 Mars Hill Road, Kennesaw, (770) 425-7118 Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. Pastor: Steve Baskin www.WesternHillsBaptist.org Wildwood Baptist Church 4801 Wade Green Road NW, (770) 428-2100 Sunday Services: 9:30 & 11 a.m. Sunday Sch: 9:30 & 11 a.m. Wed. Svc: 6:30 p.m. Pastor: Ric Cadle www.WildwoodBaptist.org

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Christ Episcopal Church 1210 Wooten Lake Road, (770) 422-9114 Sunday Services: 8 & 10 a.m. Christian Ed: 10 a.m. Wednesday Service: 7 p.m. www.ChristChurch.EpiscopalAtlanta.org St. Teresa's Episcopal Church 5725 Fords Road, (770) 590-9040 Sunday Services: 9 & 11 a.m. Wednesday Service: 5:30 p.m. www.SaintTeresa.EpiscopalAtlanta.org

JEHOVAH’S WITNESS Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witness 2515 Old Highway 92 (770) 672-6838

JUDAISM Chabad Jewish Center of Acworth www.JewishWestCobb.com (678) 460-7702 Shabbat Svcs: 1st Saturday each month at 10 a.m., Last Friday of each month at 7 p.m. Rabbi: Zalman Charytan Congregation Ner Tamid Reform Jewish Synagogue www.MyNerTamid.org (678) 264-8575

LUTHERAN Living Hope Lutheran Church 3450 Stilesboro Road, (770) 425-6726 Sunday Services: 9:15 & 11:15 a.m. www.LivingHopeVision.com Pastor: John Schubert First United Lutheran Church 3481 Campus Loop Rd., Kennesaw, (770) 427-0325 Sunday Services: 9 & 11:15 a.m. Pastor: Tony Prinsen www.FULC.org

PRESBYTERIAN Acworth Presbyterian Church 4561 Church Street, (770) 974-6552 Sunday Service: 11 a.m. Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Pastor: Rev. Greg Moore www.AcworthPresbyterianChurch.org Christ Community Church Meets at Kennesaw Comm. Ctr., (770) 529-2600 Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. Pastor: Mike Glass www.ChristCommunityCobb.org Heritage Presbyterian Church 5323 Bells Ferry Road, (770) 926-3558 Sunday Services: 8:30 & 11 a.m. Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Interim Pastor: Arch Baker www.HeritagePres.com Kirkwood Presbyterian Church USA 618 Acworth Due West Road, (770) 427-3545 Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Services: 10:30 a.m. Pastor: Rev. Catherine Renken www.KirkwoodPC.org Mars Hill Presbyterian Church 3385 Mars Hill Road NW, (770) 974-4395 Sunday Services: 8:45 & 11:15 a.m. Pastor: Dr. Bryant C. Harris www.MHChurch.com

ROMAN CATHOLIC St. Catherine of Siena Roman Catholic Church 1618 Ben King Road, NW, (770) 428-7139 Saturday: 8:30 a.m. & 4:30 p.m. (Vigil) Sunday Masses: 7:30 & 10:30 a.m., 12:30 & 5 p.m., Pastor: Rev. John M. Matejek www.StCatherineRCC.org (See website for more svcs.) St. Clare Catholic Church Meets at North Cobb High School Theater, 3400 Old Highway 41, (678) 613-9256 Sunday Service: 8:15 & 10 a.m. Spanish Service: 12 p.m. Rev. Mark Starr www.StClareCC.org St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church 680 West Memorial Drive, (770) 443-0566 Saturday Vigil: 4 & 6 p.m. (6 p.m. En Espanol) Sunday: 8 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. & 5 p.m. Rev. Adrian Pleus www.SaintVincentDePaulChurch.org

Acworth United Methodist Church 4340 Collins Circle, (770) 974-3312 Sunday Services: 8:30, 9:30 & 11 a.m. Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Pastor: James Gwin www.AcworthUMC.org County Line United Methodist Church 1183 County Line Road, NW, (770) 428-0511 Sunday Services: 8:45 & 11 a.m. Sunday School: 10 a.m. Pastor: Rev. Scott Pickering www.CountyLineUMC.org

Christ the King Church of Greater Atlanta 6464 Highway 92, (770) 924-9161 Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m.; Prayer Thursday: 7:30 p.m. Pastor: Jason Tomczak www.CTKAtlanta.com Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints Sunday Services: 9 & 11:30 a.m. 5095 Holt Road NW, (770) 975-1788 Cobb Vineyard Church 3206 Old Highway 41, (678) 574-0005 Sunday Services: 10 & 11:30 a.m. Pastor: Thomas Cooley www.CobbVineyard.com Dayspring Church 6835 Victory Drive, (770) 516-5733 Sunday Service: 10 a.m. Wednesday Service: 7 p.m. Pastor: Tony Crawford www.DayspringChurch-Online.com Eagle Pointe Church 5100 Old Stilesboro Road, (770) 421-1643 Sunday Services: 10 & 11:30 a.m. Pastor: Howard Koepka www.EaglePointe.org Empowerment Worship Center 2012 Hickory Grove Road, (770) 609-9062 Sunday Celebration: 10 a.m. Pastor: Rev. Deanna Fountain-Breeden www.EmpowermentWC.org

Love Community Church 5598 Bells Ferry Road, (404) 663-1828 Sunday Service: 10 a.m. Pastor: Donna Lucas Mission For Life Church Meets at Pitner Elementary School, (678) 613-9256 4575 Wade Green Rd. Bible Study: 10 a.m. Sunday Service: 11 a.m. Pastor: Kim C. Moore www.MissionForLife.org Mount Olives Church of God 5065 Cherokee Street, (678) 651-9042 Sunday Service: 11 a.m. Tuesday Bible Study: 7:30 p.m. Pastor: Reneau Luzincourt reneauluzincourt@yahoo.com New Covenant Full Gospel Inc 5653 Priest Road, (770) 974-0685 NorthStar Church 3413 Blue Springs Road, (770) 420-9808 Sunday Services: 9:30 & 11 a.m. Pastor: Mike Linch www.NorthStarChurch.org Northwest Christian Church 3737 Dallas-Acworth Hwy, (770) 425-2525 Sunday School: 9:30 & 11 a.m. Sunday Services: 9:30 & 11 a.m. Pastor: Jay Rice www.NWCC.net Prayer & Praise Christian Fellowship Church 6409 Bells Ferry Road, (770) 928-2795 Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. Christian Living Class: 10 a.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting: 7:30 p.m. Pastor: Larry Baker www.PrayerAndPraise.org

Due West Methodist 3956 Due West Road, (770) 427-3835 Sunday Services: 8:30, 9:39, 9:45 & 11:05 a.m. Sunday School: 9:39 & 11:05 a.m. Pastor: Dr. Tom Davis www.DueWest.org

Faith Family Church 5744 Bells Ferry Road, (770) 926-4560 Sunday Service: 10 a.m. Wednesday Service: 7 p.m. Pastor: J. Tommy White, Jr. www.FFCAcworth.com

Kennesaw United Methodist Church 1801 Ben King Road, (770) 428-1543 Sunday Service: 8:30, 9:39, 9:45 & 11 a.m. Sunday School: 9:39 & 11 a.m. Tuesday: 7 p.m. REVIVE Pastor: Wallace Wheeles www.KennesawUMC.org

Four Points Church Meets at Picketts Mill Elementary 6400 Old Stilesboro Road, (678) 402-6632 Sunday Service: 10 a.m. Pastor: Brent Stephens www.FourPointsChurch.tv

New Beginnings United Methodist Church 2925 Mack Dobbs Road, (770) 421-9980 Sunday Service: 9:30 & 10:45 a.m. Pastor: Scott Brown www.NBUMC.org

Freedom Church RiverStone Church 3611 Cobb Parkway (770) 529-6006 2005 Stilesboro Road, (678) 384-5200 Pastor: J.R. Lee www.FreedomChurch.tv Sunday Services: 9 & 11 a.m. Pastor: Tom Tanner www.RiverStoneOnline.org Gateway Church

OTHER CHURCHES

Abiding Church Meets at Chalker Elementary, (678) 888-1515 Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. Pastor: Craig Jones www.Abiding.church Activation Church 3415 Old Highway 41, Suite 720, Kennesaw Sunday Service: 11 a.m. Pastor: Aram Mushegan Acworth Christian Church 4476 Northside Drive, (770) 974-1358 Acworth Church of God of Prophecy Ministry 3891 Nance Road NW, (770) 975-1124 Sunday Services: 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday Service: 7 p.m. Pastor: Rev. John Paul Benning www.AcworthChurch.com Branches of Christ 5946 Jacobs Road, (770) 917-4964 Pastor: Steve Pettit www.BranchesOfChrist.com Bethel A.M.E. Church 4826 School Street, (770) 905-9539 Sunday Service: 11 a.m. Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Wed. Svc: 7 p.m. Pastor: Rev. Leela Brown Waller www.BethelAcworth.net

River’s Edge Church 3891 Nance Road NW, (678) 318-1918 Sunday Services: 5 p.m. Mid Week & Student Worship: 7 p.m. Pastor: David Moore www.RiversEdgeAtl.com River of Life Church Meets at Northwest Family YMCA, (770) 598-4090 Sunday Services: 10 a.m. Pastor: Randy McGovern www.RiverOfLifeChristianCenter.net

1455 Ben King Road, (770) 423-0982 Sanctuary Church Sunday Service: 11 a.m. 700 Mars Hill Road, (770) 884-1963 Pastor: Andy Smith www.GatewayKennesaw.org Sunday Services: 9:30 & 11:30 a.m. Pastor: Craig Bowler www.SanctuaryInHim.org Grace Church of Acworth Georgia 96 Blazing Ridge Way, (678) 447-2400 Unity of Kennesaw Sunday Service: 11 a.m. Meets at Big Shanty Elementary, (770) 422-9552 Wed. Svc: 7 p.m. Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Elder: Mark Namirr mancpa@comcast.net Sunday Service & Youth Ministry: 11 a.m. Rev. Kelly Thomas www.UnityOfKennesaw.org Household of Faith Bible Church Meets at North Cobb Christian School, (770) 365-6723 Victory Church 4500 Lakeview Drive 4625 Highway 92, (770) 794-7366 Sunday Service: 10 a.m. Sunday Service: 9 &10:45 a.m. Pastor: L. Keith Lewis www.HOFBC.org Pastor: Jeff Hidden www.VictoryGA.com Joshua Gospel Tabernacle 4161 Southside Drive, Sunday Bible Study: 9:45 a.m.; Sunday Service: 11 a.m., Wed. Service: 7:30 p.m. Pastor: Tim Houston www.JoshuaGospelTabernacle.com Kellogg Creek Church of Christ 3510 Kellogg Creek Road, (770) 974-2814 Sunday Services: 10:30 a.m. Sunday School: 9:30 a.m., Wed. Service: 7:30 p.m. www.KelloggCreekChurchOfChrist.org

Vintage 242 Church 8492 Hiram Acworth Highway, (678) 383-2299 Sunday Services: 9 & 10:45 a.m. Pastor: Steve Hambrick www.Vintage242.com Wholistic Life Ministry 1719 Nemours Dr. NW, Kennesaw 678-836-9586 Sunday Service: 11 a.m. Pastor: Jay Jones www.WholisticLifeMinistry.org

Word of God Word of Truth Church Sunday Services being held at LifeBridge Church The Scout Hut-Adams Park (770) 428-8279 3102 Loring Road, (770) 422-3010 Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. Sunday Service: 9:30 & 11:15 a.m. Pastor: Galen Bias Pastor: Aaron Gable www.MyLifeBridgeChurch.com www.WOGWOTC.com

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UNITED METHODIST

Calvary Chapel River Oaks Meets at Brookwood Christian Academy 4728 Wood Street, (770) 881-4862 or (678) 977-0087 Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. Pastor: Grady Clark www.CalvaryChapelRiverOaks.org

Advertising

Chiropractors

Acworth Community Magazine (770) 529-1516 www.acworthcm.com

Assisted Living

Dogwood Forest Assisted Living Community (678) 831-4999 4461 S. Main Street, Acworth

James D. Haley (770) 974-1494 4807 S. Main Street, Acworth

The Tech Doctors (770)575-0155

Daycare

Edward Jones (678) 574-8620 3450 Acworth Due West RD, Suite 340 Liberty Taxes (678) 567-9936

Barter The Barter Company (770) 591-4343 Tradebank (770) 953-9595

Business Consulting ADVOCOS (678) 213-0649 www.advocos.com

Kids Day Care (678) 208-7608 www.taatt.org

Dentists/Orthodontists Acworth Family Dentistry (770) 974-8211 www.acworthfamilydentistry.com 3104 Creekside Village Drive, # 301, Kennesaw Children’s Dental Ceter (770) 422-9375 www.greatstartgreatsmiles.com 1825 Mars Hill Road NW, Acworth Dr. Daniel Lee DMD, PC (770) 974-4146 www.acworthdental.com 4427 Carnes Street, Acworth Fountain View Dentistry (770) 926-0000 www.fountainviewsmiles.com 1816 Eagle Drive, Woodstock Northwest Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Associates (770) 429-2326 Park Pediatric Dentistry (770) 926-9260 www.pediatricwoodstockdentist.com 1816 Eagle Drive, Woodstock Williams Orthodontics (770) 592-5554 145 Towne Lake Parkway, #201, Woodstock

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DeRiche Agency, Inc. (678) 490-3761 3175 Cherokee Street, Kennesaw Omega Learning Center (770) 792-7431 5330 Brookstone Drive, Suite 320 North Cobb Christian School (770) 975-0252 www.ncchristian.org

Funeral Home/cemetery

Thrive Counseling (678) 986-1816 www.thrivecounselingcenter.com 6095 Pine Mountain Road, Ste 105, Kennesaw

Angle Oaks Home Loans (770) 870-0644

Carpet Dry-Tech (678) 368-5991

connect 2 success™, soft skills coaching & training (404) 955-1055 www.connect2successgroup.com

Counseling

Banking/Financial Services

Carpet & Upholstery Cleaners

Brookwood Christian Academy (678) 401-5855 www.brookwoodchristian.com 4728 Wood Street, Acworth

Computer Services/Repair

Captian Kleen Speed Lube (678) 290-3189 www.CaptainKleenSpeedLube.com 4210 Wade Green Road, Kennesaw Revolution Auto Service of Kennesaw (770) 212-3762 www.Revolutionautokennesaw.com 3620 Kennesaw North Industrial Pkwy, Kennesaw

Lake Point Chiropractic (770) 974-5215 3950 Cobb Pkwy, Suite 401 , Acworth

GhostNet, Inc (770) 852-2292 www.ghostnetinc.com

Automotive AutoBuffs Express Carwash (678) 213-1313

Bascomb United Methodist Preschool (770) 926-0397 www.bascombpreschool.com 2295 Bascomb Carmel Road, Woodstock

Coaching/Training

Attorneys/Legal Services Anthony Cheatham (770) 529-8940 4807 S. Main Street, Acworth

Education/Instruction/Counseling

Discover Chiropractic & Rehabilitation (770) 423-9010 www.discoverrehab.com 3940 Cherokee Street, Kennesaw

Georgia Funeral Care & Cremation (678) 574-3016 www.georgiafuneralcare.com Winkenhofer Pine Ridge Funeral Home and Cemetery (770) 422-7299 www.winkenhoferpineridgefuneralhome.com 2950 Cobb Parkway, Kennesaw

Health & Beauty DeVae’s Skin & Nail Care (678) 754-9890 1301 Shiloh Road, Suite 510, Kennesaw jSpa Massage (678) 574-3810 3450 Cobb Parkway Massage Therapy at Brookstone (770) 317-3040 angelawhite.massageplanet.com Signature Salon and Spa (678) 403-1949 UpperCuts (770) 974-9000 3330 Cobb Parkway NW

Heating & Air Conditioning Hammock’s Heating & Air (770) 794-0428 www.hammocksHVAC.com Polar Express Heating & Air (770) 313-0253 www.polarexpresshvac.com

Home Improvement/Repair & Service Dr. Fixit, Ph.D. (770) 974-2390 www.drfixitphd.com

Jeffrey C. Glover (404) 694-0550 www.bren-abby.com

Pet Play Place (770) 919-8738 www.petplayplace.com 2687-C McCollum Parkway, Kennesaw

Mancilla Roofing & Construction (678) 855-1919

Physicians and Medical Services

Trinity Reconstruction (404) 250-2707

Acworth Dermatology (678) 505-8030 www.acworthderm.com

Insurance

Advanced Dermatology (770) 739-7546 www.skinangel.com

American Family Insurance (770) 627-3493 www.amfam.com 4344 Southside Drive, Suite A, Acworth

Cartersville Medical Center (770) 382-1530 www.cartersvillemedical.com

D Ward Insurance (770) 974-0670 www.DWardInsurance.com

East Cobb Pediatrics (770) 795-4553 www.eastcobbpeds.com

Farmers Insurance (678) 483-6600

Northside Hospital (770) 720-5100 201 Hospital Road, Canton www.northside.com

Jewelry/Appearal Glitz & Glamour (770) 529-4993 www.glitzandglamourinc.com 4857 N. Main Street, #210, Acworth

OrthoAtlanta (770) 445-5666 www.orthroatlanta.com

Lawn Maintenance/Landscaping

Skin Cancer Specialist (770) 422-5557

PG5 Tree Service & Landscaping (404) 587-8140 (678) 988-8568

Towne Lake Primary Care (678) 445-0819 900 Towne Lake Parkway, Ste 410, Woodstock www.townelakepc.com

South Scapes Landscape Company (404) 867-9541

Tonchu Martial Arts (770) 592-0088 www.trytonchu.com

Plumbers

Optometrist/Eyewear

AquaDoc Plumbing (770) 516-9000 www.plumbdr.com

Acworth Family Eyecare (770) 974-3153 www.acwortheyes.com 3459 Acworth Due West Road, #101, Acworth

TK & Sons Plumbing (770) 529-0799 www.tkandsonsplumbing.com

Photographer

Lauren Lopez Lifestyle & Portrait Photography (770) 876-9689 www.laurenlopezportrait.com

Pest Control Hole-In-One Pest Solutions (770) 445-2215 www.holeinonepest.com

Pet Services Happy Trails Pet Center (678) 402-5025 4451 Acworth Industrial Drive www.happytrailspetcenter.com

ReCREATION Acworth Parks and Recreation (770) 917-1234 4762 Logan Road, Acworth Bascomb United Methodist Preschool (770) 926-0397 www.bascombpreschool.com North Cobb Christian School (770) 975-0252 www.ncchristian.org/camps SKY ZONE (678) 426-4400 1650 Airport Rd. Suite 105, Kennesaw The YMCA (770) 423-9622 1700 Dennis Kemp Ln, Kennesaw World of Gymnastics & Cheer (770) 516-6898

Retail stores Foot Solutions (770) 575-2238 3450 Cobb Parkway

Ex-ceteta 770-702-7077 6110 Cedarcrest Road, Suite 350 WellStar Restaurants/Food Services (770) 956-STAR (7827) www.wellstar.org Cookies by Design (770) 578-0200

Martial Arts

Bill Kettering Photography (770) 509-9280 www.billketteringphotography.com

ReCycling Acworth Recycling (770) 966-9751 www.acworthrecycling.com 5497 N. Main Street, Acworth

Real Estate Anchor Realty Partners (770) 917-0322 4989 N. Main Street Bercher Realty (770) 851-8492 Celebration Village of Acworth (678) 594-3570 Debi Smith (770) 240-2004 Lilly Cichon (770) 912-4743 www.greatcobbhomes.com Se habla español

JD’s Bar-B-Que (770) 974-8434 4424 South Main Street, Acworth Mexico Tipico (770) 974-5054 3161 Cobb Pkwy, Acworth Rico’s Mex Mex Grill (770) 917-9791 3770 Southside Drive, Acworth

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