Sunday, December 23, 2012
Eight people were killed last year in Georgia traffic crashes that occurred between Christmas and New Years Day.
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Sunday, December 23, 2012
In 2011, eight people were killed in traffic crashes in Georgia between Christmas and New Years Day, and 401 people were arrested for driving under the influence. There is no question that the holiday season is one of the busiest times of the year, from shopping for that perfect gift to attending countless celebrations with family, friends and co-workers. This year the Christmas holiday travel period started 6 p.m. on Friday and will end Tuesday night, Dec. 25. The New Year’s holiday period begins Friday, Dec. 28 at 6 p.m. and ends Tuesday night, Jan. 1, 2013. Both holiday periods are 102-hours long. Be safe while traveling to and from your holiday destinations. Georgia State Troopers will be patrolling throughout the upcoming holiday …
Friday, December 21, 2012
It's the last weekend to tell Santa what you want for Christmas.
Live Nativity When: 6 p.m. Friday and Saturday Where: Saint Teresa's Episcopal Church, 5725 Fords Rd. NW, Acworth | Get directions Why Go: People who have attended in previous years have experienced “many really powerful ... moments,” according to organizer Paula Flippin. Price: Free Kennesaw State University Women's Basketball vs. Georgia Southern When: 7 p.m. Friday Where: KSU Convocation Center, 1000 Chastain Rd. NW, Kennesaw | Get directions Why Go: The home team needs your support. Price: $6 | Buy tickets Santa's Workshop When: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday Where: Marietta Square, 50 North Park Square NE, Marietta | Get directions Why Go: This is your last weekend to tell Santa what you want for Christmas. …
Monday, December 17, 2012
Here are ten ways to have fun and spread holiday cheer without breaking the bank.
This year’s holiday season can be special for you and your family regardless of your budget. Here are some fun tips for creating new holiday traditions while saving money. 1) Make your cards from recycled materials. Cards can be made from paper grocery bags, cereal boxes, used file folders and even last year’s holiday cards. Feature your family’s artwork and use recycled wrapping paper or paper from catalogs and magazines for backgrounds. A great resource for making cards from recycled materials is "Creative Correspondence" by Michael and Judy Jacobs, available at FoxTale Book Shoppe or on Amazon.com. 2) Have fun together and create a festive decoration by making a gingerbread house. You can bake the gingerbread yourself and use …
Saturday, December 15, 2012
While some people may think giving a pet as a gift during the holiday season is a good idea, is it really?
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Saturday, December 15, 2012
Giving a puppy or a kitten, or even an older animal, as a gift during the holiday season may sound like a great idea to some, but it may not be n reality. This time of the year is stressful as it is for some people and the demands of caring for a new pet can only heighten that stress. But if a new pet is part of the plan, perhaps consider waiting until after the holiday season is over and life settles down before brining one into your home. This brings us to this week's question? You might also be interested in reading: 7 Things to Consider When Giving A Pet for the Holidays
Friday, December 7, 2012
Head to the North Cobb area Friday for Santa's arrival and get an opportunity to write letters to service members overseas.
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Friday, December 7, 2012
This week's Cobb, Douglas and Paulding Weekend & Community Spotlight features Santa's Arrival in Acworth. The streets of downtown Acworth are expected to be filled with thousands of people Friday night for Santa's Arrival, a community tradition for more than 10 years. Santa will arrive in a military vehicle this year, giving the children an opportunity to write letters to soldiers serving our country overseas. Bring the whole family to kick off the holiday season, and enjoy an evening of music and entertainment with Mr. and Mrs. Claus. Have a great event coming up in your community? Upload it onto your Patch, then email Editor Angela Chao at angela.chao@patch.com, and your event could be featured in the next Weekend Spotlight on Patch …
There are plenty of offerings in Cobb, Douglas and Paulding this weekend.
Journey Through Bethlehem When: 6 p.m. Friday, Saturday and Sunday Where: Burnt Hickory Baptist Church, 5145 Due West Rd., Powder Springs | Get directions Why Go: Walk through a historical village set at the time of Jesus’ birth. Price: Free Parent's Night Out When: 6 p.m. Friday Where: Brawner Hall, 3180 Atlanta Rd. SE, Smyrna | Get directions Why Go: You need a few hours away from the kids. Price: $40 | Buy tickets Holiday Shops at Hunter Park When: 9 a.m. Saturday Where: Hunter Park, 8830 Gurley Rd., Douglasville | Get directions Why Go: Get some holiday shopping done without the hassle of the crowds at the mall. Price: Free Live Nativity Downtown Dallas When: 6:30 p.m. Saturday Where: Downtown Dallas Merchants Association, 213 Main St…
Sunday, December 2, 2012
For the next three weeks, new and gently worn clothes, shoes, purses, toys and small electronics can be dropped off at various locations in Kennesaw.
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Sunday, December 2, 2012
The City of Kennesaw is partnering with local faith-based and civic organizations in a Christmas outreach initiative called HOPE City Project. The project will collect clothing items, toys and small electronics and provide them to people in the need in our community. For the next three weeks, new and gently worn clothes, shoes, purses, toys and small electronics can be dropped off at various locations around the city. On Saturday, December 22, community members of all ages who are having difficulty making ends meet are invited to the Martha J. Moore Center, 6697 Keene St., to select five free items. The goal is to be able to serve more than 1,000 people with 15,000 pieces of merchandise valued at more than $75,000 in the biggest one-day …
Tuesday, November 27, 2012
Do you plan to spend more on holiday gifts this year? If you’re the average shopper, one survey says you probably will.
If you’re the average shopper, chances are you may be spending a bit more on gifts this season than in years past. Earlier this month, American Research Group reported that its phone survey earlier this month showed that Americans plan to spend an average of $854 on gifts this holiday season, up nearly a third of last year’s average of $646. That’s also the highest average since ARG’s 2007 survey, when survey respondents’ average was $859—that amount fell by about half in 2008. Here are the average amounts of planned spending survey takers have reported since 2002. Year Average Spending Percent Change 2012 $854 + 32% 2011 $646 - 2% 2010 $658 + 58% 2009 $417 - 3% 2008 $431 - 50% 2007 $859 - 5% 2006 $907 - 4% 2005 $942 - 6% 2004 $1,004 + 3…
Monday, November 26, 2012
The event takes place this coming weekend.
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Monday, November 26, 2012
Join us for a festive celebration. The Christmas at NorthStar Church Arts and Craft Show will be buzzing with activity on Fri., Nov. 30 and Sat., Dec. 1. There will be more than 75 arts and crafts exhibitors from all over the Southeast who have crafted, arranged, painted or built all the products themselves. A sample of products to be sold is jewelry, pottery, paintings, ornaments, apparel, one-of-a-kind gift items and more. It's a perfect time to enjoy good family fun and finish up your Christmas shopping. There will be delicious festival food to warm your insides, entertainment, free photos with Santa, children’s activities, marshmallows and smores. FAST FACTS Editor's note: This announcement was written by Bill Watson of JRM Management …
Friday, November 23, 2012
Looking for something to do in Cobb and Paulding this weekend? Patch has a few suggestions.
Photos with Santa at Town Center When: All day through Dec. 24. Where: Town Center at Cobb (Center Court), 400 Ernest W. Barrett Pkwy. NW, Kennesaw | Get directions Why Go: Meet Santa Claus and give him your holiday wish list. Price: Packages vary in price. The Summer of Daisy Fay When: 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 2:30 p.m. Sunday Where: Marietta Theatre, 11 Whitlock Ave. SW, Marietta | Get Directions Why Go: It's the last weekend of the first show at the recently opened Marietta Theatre, which is located in the space formerly occupied by Theatre in the Square. Price: $20 | Buy tickets Hitchcock Series When: 8 p.m. Friday Where: Earl Smith Strand Theatre, 117 North Park Square NE, Marietta | Get Directions Why Go: You're probably tired…
michelle Jennings
2:37 pm on Saturday, December 15, 2012
no no no no no!!!!!! When the person decides they want a pet they should adopt rather than go to a pet store or breeder....Plz more ›