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Thankful AS NOVEMBER ROLLS AROUND, WE’RE ANXIOUSLY AWAITING THE APPROACH OF THANKSGIVING, THE HOLIDAY SEASON AND TIME SPENT WITH OUR LOVED ONES. The winding down of the year always brings about a time of reflection for us— remembering everything we’ve done or accomplished in months past; looking back on turkey disaster stories, mornings watching the Thanksgiving Day parade or afternoons spent curled up on the couch after one too many pieces of pie; thinking of the people, experiences and things we’ve been blessed with in the last year.

As we press pause on the hustle and bustle of life putting together a monthly magazine, we’re able to look back on the past year and, most meaningfully, the stories from all of you that have made what we do possible. We also take this chance to think of those less fortunate and encourage you to take the opportunity this giving season to donate to local organizations or charities giving back locally.

We hope that as you read this issue, you—like us—find inspiration in the lives and experiences of your neighbors and the connections that have been made.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE NOVEMBER 2018

FEATURES 16 Turkey Day Workout The Orangetheory Fitness Way

18 The Vinings Village Civic Club 22 Going Italian with Maggiano’s Lemon Ricotta Pancakes and Rigatoni “D” Recipes

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34 Be Your Best Turn Good Intentions into Contributions

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DEPARTMENTS 4

Lifestyle Letter

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Good Times

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Around Town

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Inspired By

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Healthy Lifestyle

22 Culinary Creations 26 Food & Wine 28 Giving Back 30 Lifestyle Calendar 34 Local’s Choice

GOOD TIMES

2018 Readers’ Choice Kick-Off The 2018 Readers’ Choice Kick-Off started with rain but ended with a lot of door prizes, food, music, fun, and little goodies fromVinings Lifestyle and the many vendors that participated. Don’t forget to vote for your favorite businesses—you probably ran into them at the Kick-Off!

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'FUN IN THE PARK' PHOTO CONTEST While you are out enjoying our Cobb County Parks, be sure to bring your camera! The 2018 Fun in the Park photo contest is underway, and the entry deadline is Nov. 6. All photos must have been taken at a Cobb County park, facility, activity or event. Any county or city park in Cobb County accepted. This excludes national parks such as Kennesaw Mountain and Chattahoochee River National Park. There will be awards for first, second and third place, and an honorable mention for each category. Visit the Cobb website for a complete listing of county parks and rules for the photo contest.

Submit entries to: Mark Chandler (mchandler@ cobbcounty.org). Entry forms may also be faxed to 770.528.8814 (Attention: Mark Chandler).

MERYL BORNHEIM JOINS JIM CHAPMAN COMMUNITIES AS CONTROLLER Jim Chapman Communities, Atlanta's premier 55-plus homebuilder, welcomes Meryl Bornheim as controller. Bornheim will work on budgeting, forecasting, accounting and analysis.

“Meryl will be an excellent asset to our team,” Jim said. “She has experience in the home building industry working as a fund controller and senior financial analyst. Plus, she is an Atlanta native and has a deep knowledge of the metro area’s neighborhoods and home trends.”

Meryl, a CPA, is a graduate of both the University of Georgia and Kennesaw State University. She currently lives in Vinings.

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REALTY REPORT NEIGHBORHOOD

VININGS

ORIGINAL PRICE

SOLD PRICE

%SOLD/ORIG

DOM

BDRMS

BATHS

Vinings

$925,000

$900,000

97%

74

6

5

Oakdale Commons

$819,000

$775,000

95%

85

6

4

Central Garden

$639,000

$625,000

98%

14

5

6

Fontaine at Cooper Lake

$629,900

$615,000

98%

25

5

5

Vinings Chase

$599,000

$600,000

99%

2

5

5

Vinings

$625,000

$590,000

94%

83

3

3

Oak Ridge Estates

$589,000

$589,000

100%

85

5

4

Collier Gate

$598,500

$570,000

95%

49

4

4

Concord Grove

$555,000

$560,000

101%

1

6

5

Stonehaven at Vinings

$575,000

$557,500

97%

0

4

4

Maple Shade

$549,220

$553,266

101%

167

5

4

The Battery on Paces Ferry

$550,000

$547,500

99%

16

3

4

Oak Ridge Estates

$539,900

$530,000

98%

101

4

4

Paces Ferry Park

$515,000

$511,500

99%

3

5

5

Towns At Breton Ridge

$474,900

$475,000

99%

22

4

4

Barnes Mill

$475,000

$465,000

98%

45

5

5

Williams Park

$450,000

$450,000

100%

3

4

5

Bennett Woods North

$450,000

$450,000

100%

43

3

3

Paces Green

$450,000

$450,000

100%

50

4

4

Vinings Crest

$449,990

$435,000

97%

41

3

4

Vinings Crest

$424,900

$422,500

99%

102

4

4

River walk at Wildwood

$429,000

$420,000

98%

28

3

4

Riverstone at Wildwood

$425,000

$418,000

98%

28

4

4

Olde Ivy

$414,900

$412,000

99%

20

3

4

Austin Lake

$410,000

$410,000

100%

38

4

3

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INSPIRED BY

ARTICLE KATIE KILLEEN | PHOTOGRAPHY DONNA PERMELL

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JAHA, VANESSA AND THEIR THREE CHILDREN ARE SMYRNA RESIDENTS WITH A HEART FOR COMMUNITY.

Vanessa is a digital

them, making it more than just a place to live. We’re

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really passionate about being a part of that process.

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for Humana, and Jaha is a pediatric dentist in

WHAT HAVE YOU FOUND TO HAVE THE

Vinings as well as a

BIGGEST IMPACT ON THE BETTERMENT OF

Cobb County School

THE COMMUNITY AS A WHOLE?

Board member-elect. We asked their thoughts on thankfulness and service.

Jaha: Having an appreciation of the variety of talented families in Smyrna has helped set the tone for improving our community.

WHY DID YOU CHOOSE SMYRNA AS THE

Vanessa: Smyrna’s growth speaks for itself, and we

PLACE TO RAISE YOUR FAMILY?

truly believe that the strong schools, public or private,

Jaha: Smyrna’s proximity to the city core and its

help build strong communities.

diversity is what initially attracted us. We also fell in love with the idea that Smyrna has its best days ahead

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of it and that we can play a role.

BROUGHT YOU CLOSER TOGETHER AS A FAMILY?

WHO INSPIRES YOU?

it gets hard, and family is where we draw our strength.

Vanessa: 100 percent. When you put it all out there, Jaha: I am inspired by my dental office team. I get to

Jaha: Yes, although it initially put a strain on our family.

witness daily how much they pour out for every child

Thankfully, we’ve learned to prioritize and intentionally

and parent we see. Their love for others is infectious

serve together as a family.

and admirable.

Vanessa: I am inspired by my fellow moms who are supporting our schools in amazing ways. Parenting is hard enough, but so many go the extra mile for the sake

HAVE YOU HAD ANY EXPERIENCES THAT HAVE CHANGED YOU AS A PERSON? Vanessa: Realizing in life you have to trust and

of their child(ren) and for others.

embrace the journey and not focus on the destination.

WHAT ARE YOU ESPECIALLY PASSIONATE ABOUT

HOW HAS YOUR WAY OF THINKING BEEN CHAL-

WHEN IT COMES TO YOUR COMMUNITY AND WHY?

LENGED THROUGH THIS COMMUNITY SERVICE?

Jaha: I am passionate about helping families

Jaha: We learn day by day to view things through the

of all walks of life work together toward common

eyes of other people. This community is so different in

goals like good public schools. My faith in Christ

experiences, ethnicity, income, etc. Learning empathy

drives this passion to genuinely love and value my

has been a humbling and fulfilling experience.

neighbor. While division seems to be the mood of the times, I believe our community can demonstrate

Vanessa: Being solutions-oriented for a diverse group of people with a diverse group of needs.

a positive way forward.

Vanessa: When families feel like they have strong

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options to provide a good education to their children,

Vanessa: My inspiration.

they invest and strengthen the community around

Jaha: Lifesaver.

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VILLAGE CIVIC CLUB THE VININGS VILLAGE CIVIC CLUB HAS A MISSION AND A DUTY TO THE VININGS COMMUNITY. Its members strive to know their community and their neighbors, keep Vinings beautiful, keep the community informed and support their local public service organizations.

This historic club has its roots from the early 1900s; just take a look at the club’s newly preserved bylaws from 1919 at the Vinings Historical Preservation Society on the corner of Paces Ferry and Paces Mill. Since that time, the club has been a place for neighbors to meet, keep up with happenings and have a say in the changes being made in the community in order to maintain the “quaintness” of Vinings.

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The club now has more than 250 members which include not only our residents but many of local Vinings businesses. This organization serves not only as a focal point for our community spirit, but also as an endeavor to encourage civic improvements that will continually maintain the character and beauty of Vinings.

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VILLAGE CIVIC CLUB

(CON TI N U ED)

The VVCC conducts quarterly cleanup outings to keep Vinings beautiful as well as political forums so that residents can hear from candidates firsthand. One of the improvements the Vinings Community Conservation Alliance has been heavily involved in is the proposed Vinings Bypass. This effort to divert pass-through traffic from Vinings is an ongoing project the VCCA has spent hundreds of hours on. Even though most of our members are not passthrough drivers, diminishing the pass-through traffic would benefit us all. Word of mouth could help reach the broader audience.

From those working with the county, word is the Paces Mill/ Paces Ferry intersection work will take nine months to complete.

Bids are to be let by November of this year. It is hoped the disruption will prompt motorists to seek alternate routes. The committee plans a series of signs along Cobb Parkway/Northside Drive to encourage people to take this alternate route: the Vinings Bypass. The flow bypass will continue up Cobb Parkway., left on Cumberland Boulevard, to Wilkerson Parkway, to Spring Hill Parkway, to Paces Ferry where the Panera Bread restaurant is located. A map of the proposed Vinings Bypass is located on the website, ViningsVillageCivicClub.com.

“AS A PART OF THE VININGS BYPASS AND INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECT, THE ISLAND AT THE INTERSECTION OF PACES MILL AND PACES FERRY WILL BE NO LONGER. WITH THAT, OUR BELOVED FOUNTAIN THAT SITS ATOP THE ISLAND WILL BE MOVED TO PROPERTY BELONGING TO THE VININGS HISTORIC PRESERVATION SOCIETY—LIKELY THE PACE HOUSE—WHEN CONSTRUCTION BEGINS IN EARLY 2019.”

The Vinings Village Civic Club meets on varying Monday’s of the month at 6:30 p.m. at Cochise Club. Support your community and become a member of the VVCC. info.viningsvillagecivicclub@gmail.com

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CULINARY CREATIONS

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LEMON RICOTTA PANCAKES

SERVING: 4 STANDARD-SIZE PANCAKES

INGREDIENTS + 1/2 cup all-purpose flour + 1 teaspoon baking powder

&

+ 4 tablespoons granulated sugar

HOLIDAY EVENT COAT DRIVE

+ 2 eggs, separated + 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt + 1/2 cup whole milk + 1 cup ricotta cheese

Friday, December 14, 5:00 - 8:00 pm

+ 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste

Brawner Hall, 3180 Atlanta Road, Smyrna

+ 1 tablespoon lemon zest + 1 tablespoon lemon juice

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+ 2 tablespoon canola oil

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+ Whipped cream

And of course, visits with Santa!

+ Fresh blueberries

Admission: A new or gently-used coat

+ Maple syrup

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DIRECTIONS

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01 /// In a small mixing bowl, combine the flour and baking powder.

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02 /// In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together sugar, egg yolks, kosher salt, whole milk, ricotta cheese, vanilla bean paste, lemon zest and lemon juice. Set bowls aside.

03 /// In a separate medium mixing bowl, whisk the egg whites until stiff peaks are formed.

04 /// Whisk the flour mixture into the ricotta cheese mixture until incorporated.

05 /// Gently fold the whisked egg whites into the flour and cheese mixture until incorporated. Do not over fold.

06 /// Place the canola oil on a griddle heated to 400 degrees F. 07 /// Using a 1/4-cup measuring cup, scoop the batter onto the griddle.

08 /// When the batter begins to bubble, and the bottom has turned golden brown, flip the pancake over.

09 /// Cook until golden brown.Serve with

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CULINARY CREATIONS

(CON TI N U ED)

RIGATONI “D” before combining them at the end.

MARSALA CREAM SAUCE

SERVINGS: 4 TO 6

+ 2 cups chicken broth, cold

Prepare the mushrooms, pasta and sauce separately

MUSHROOMS + 1⁄4 cup balsamic vinegar + 1 1⁄2 cups button mushrooms, sliced 1⁄4 inch thick + 1⁄3 cup yellow onion, diced 1⁄4 inch thick + 1 garlic clove, finely chopped + 1 teaspoon kosher salt + 1⁄8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

+ 1 1⁄2 tablespoons cornstarch + 1 ounce olive oil + 1 pound chicken breast, boneless/skinless, cut 1 inch long by 1⁄2 inch wide strips + 4 tablespoons butter + 1⁄2 cup chardonnay + 3⁄4 cup Marsala wine + 2 cups heavy cream + 1 tablespoon kosher salt

DIRECTIONS

+ 1⁄2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Combine all ingredi-

+ 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

ents in a bowl until onions and mushrooms are sea-

+ 3 ounces aged Parmesan cheese

+ 2 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped

soned and coated. On a 12-by-18-inch cookie sheet, bake for 15 minutes until mushrooms become dark brown. Remove from oven and set aside.

DIRECTIONS In a small bowl, whisk the chicken broth and cornstarch until incorporated. Reserve.

PASTA + 10 ounces scaled rigatoni pasta + 1 ounce olive oil

01 /// In a 4-quart saucepan, heat olive oil and butter until fully melted and frothing.

02 /// Add chicken; cook until seared and slightly caramelized.

03 /// Add both wines; reduce liquid by half.

04 /// Add chicken broth/cornstarch mixture; simmer.

05 /// Add heavy cream, salt, black pepper and mushroom mixture. Cook until

DIRECTIONS

sauce slightly thickens.

Follow cooking directions on box. When pasta is

07 /// Blend well; turn off flame.

cooked, drain and toss with olive oil. Reserve.

08 /// Mix in basil, parsley and Parmesan cheese.

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06 /// Add cooked pasta at a low simmer.

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his is definitely the easiest and best way to make rich-tasting butternut squash soup, without having to peel and dice a large,

awkwardly shaped vegetable. You start by cutting the squash in half lengthwise and roasting it in a hot oven. Scrape the roasted flesh from the skin, and simmer it with sautéed yellow onion, fresh sage, and a tart Granny Smith apple. When everything’s soft and the flavors have melded, purée it all in the blender. Finally, enrich the soup with a bit of heavy cream.

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1. Heat the oven to 425°F and arrange a rack in the middle.

Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Place the squash pieces cut-side up on the baking sheet. Melt 1 tablespoon of the butter and brush all of it over the tops and insides of the squash halves (alternatively, you can rub it on evenly with your fingers). Season generously with salt and pepper.

Roast until knife tender, 50 minutes to 1 hour.

2. Meanwhile, peel, core, and cut the apple into medium dice. Cut the onion into medium dice. Melt the remaining tablespoon of butter in a large saucepan or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the apple, onion, and sage, season with salt and pepper, and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened,

Roasted Butternut Squash Soup • 4 pounds whole butternut squash (about 2 medium),

about 7 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat and set aside.

3. When the squash is ready, set the baking sheet on a wire rack until the squash is cool enough to handle. Using a large spoon, scoop the flesh into the saucepan with the sautéed apples and onions; discard the skins.

4. Add the broth, water, and measured salt and pepper, stir to combine, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.

halved lengthwise and seeds removed

Reduce the heat to medium low and simmer, stirring occa-

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (1/4 stick)

sionally and breaking up any large pieces of squash, until

• 1 medium Granny Smith apple (about 8 ounces)

the flavors meld, about 15 minutes. Remove the pan from

• 1/2 medium yellow onion

the heat and stir in the cream.

• 8 fresh sage leaves

5. Using a blender, purée the soup in batches until

• 2 1/2 cups low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth

smooth, removing the small cap (the pour lid) from the

• 2 1/2 cups water

blender lid and covering the space with a kitchen towel

• 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more as needed

(this allows steam to escape and prevents the blender lid

• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more as needed

from popping off ). Alternatively, use an immersion blender.

• 1/3 cup heavy cream

Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed. Serve

• 1/2 cup toasted pumpkin seeds, for garnish (optional)

garnished with the pumpkin seeds, if using.

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THERE ARE MANY ORGANIZATIONS SUCH AS FOOD PANTRIES, SHELTERS AND CLINICS THAT HELP MEET NEEDS OF PEOPLE THROUGHOUT THE YEAR. Some people experience a serious, violent crime like homicide. Many people in the metro Atlanta area know someone who has lost a loved one due to a horrific crime. The Vinings United Methodist Church has memorialized around 6,500 names of murder victims on large black walls. The holiday season is upon us, and this is the time where those loved ones taken too soon are missed the most. If you or someone you know is a victim of a crime, consider reaching out to Crime Victims Advocacy Council for support and guidance.

The Crime Victims Advocacy Council was organized in July 1989 under the guidance of an urban ministry program of the United Methodist Church to respond to the unmet needs of crime victims in our society. It responds to crime victims with understanding and help regardless of the victim’s race, sex, national origin or religious beliefs.

While CVAC is a Christian-based organization, it is nondenominational in its membership and support and serves all crime victims regardless of their faith. CVAC helps victims of crime by working with local, state and federal partners. CVAC offers assistance to everyone in the following areas:

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C RI SI S I N T ERV EN T I O N

Assistance by phone and in person, in hospitals and in courtrooms, wherever victims need help.

SU PPO RT G RO U PS

CVAC provides a safe, supportive place where victims of any type of crime can find understanding and help through sharing their tragedies and triumphs, their pain and healing with one another and can begin to put their lives back together. A multitude of emotions can leave victims feeling overwhelmed and extremely isolated. Through group discussions, participants learn how to avoid becoming immobilized by depression, discover methods to cope with fear and anxiety and learn coping skills to handle the many

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tasks and decisions they face. Support groups meet Tuesdays at the Vinings United Methodist Church from 7:30-9 p.m.

ASSI STAN C E I N FI LI N G V I C T I MS’ C O MPEN SAT I O N

The Georgia Crime Victims Compensation Program reimburses victims for such things as hospital costs, funeral services and lost wages. CVAC staff and volunteers assist victims in completing the compensation forms and

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provide a thorough explanation to victims on how to file the forms correctly to expedite payment by minimizing mistakes, which delay claim processing.

ED U CAT I O N REG ARD I N G THE C RI MI N AL JU ST I C E SYST E M

CVAC staff explains to victims how the court and prison systems work in order to prevent the confusion and surprise which frustrates and re-victimizes victims. CVAC assists victims in preparing victim impact statements, find-

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ing out the status of their cases and accessing state and local resources for crime victims.

I N FO RMAT I O N AN D APPRO PRI AT E REFERRALS F OR T H E STAT E O F G EO RG I A

Crime Victims Advocacy Council Helpline: 770.333.9254

CVAC offers county-specific referrals for services victims need.

Give the helpline a call at 770.333.9254 to find out what your first steps

askcvac@cvaconline.org

should be. The legal system can be difficult to navigate, as well as the emo-

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tional loss of a loved one.

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POP-IN FOR FAMILY FUN: NATIVE AMERICAN HISTORY

100 beers and more than 25 wines

SESAME STREET LIVE!

The Marietta Museum of History will

to sample as well as live music, great

Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre

be hosting its monthly Pop-In event

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Sesame Street puts on a magic show

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The parade will end at the intersection of Centennial Olympic Park Drive and Marietta Street.

Georgia State Stadium

Thanksgiving Day Half Marathon,

Six Flags Over Georgia kicks off its

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Georgia 1 Mile and 50-Meter Dash.

son with the addition of Six Flags En-

It's an Atlanta tradition! Runners

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and walkers will earn their turkey as

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25 SOULFUL SOUNDS OF CHRISTMAS FEATURING WILL DOWNING Cobb Energy Centre

Come experience some of the most stellar artists of our time on one stage.

Soulful Sounds of Christmas feat. Will Downing and spcial guests will usher in the spirit of the holiday season.

The Soulful Sounds of Christmas tour delivers a warm evening of love to celebrate the 2018 holiday season.

29 CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING AND SANTA ON THE SQUARE Marietta Square

Kick off the holiday season with a trip to see Santa and the Christmas tree lighting ceremony on the Marietta Square.

30 GRITTERS KNITTERS Cobb County Library

If you would like to get together to craft, get inspired and make new friends, then this group is for you. All skill levels are welcome; the only requirement is your enthusiasm! Just bring your yarn and yourself to Gritters on any Friday from 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Organizer: Beth Silzle, 770.528.2524

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DONATE TIME OR MONEY Have your family help out at a soup kitchen; donate money or things you no longer need

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IMPROVE HEALTH Several volunteer programs bring comfort to people of all ages: you can cuddle babies awaiting

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