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pt solutions cupid chase 5k road race

February 1, 2012 in Feature, Feature - Mid, Happenings, your guide with 0 Comments

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Valentine’s Day gets you in the mood for love, but doesn’t it also get you in the mood to run? No? Well, it should and

PTS Sports Grand Opening in Downtown Acworth

this year it will! PTS Sports would like for you to LOVE to RUN, so they are sponsoring the PT Solutions Cupid Chase 5K Road Race.

During the race you will literally chase Cupid…and try to beat him to the finish. If you do, you will go home with more loot than the other race finishers. What will make this chase even more interesting? You (and every other racer) could be dressed like cupid, as well. Anyone who dons the love-striking icon’s look will also be entered into a contest to win some lovely prizes.

To further ensure that you are anything but bored along the race, the course winds past charming views of Lake Acworth

View of Lake Acworth

and the neighborhoods surrounding Historic Acworth and finishes in the vintage downtown area.

Basically, PT Solutions has thrown everything into this race to make sure there is no way any able bodied person in the area wouldn’t enjoy being involved, even if running isn’t really your thing! So, you’re out of excuses. Sign up now and start digging out your toga and bow and arrow!

the guide:

date: Saturday, February 11, 2012

Historic Downtown Acworth

time: Number pick-up is 6:00 a.m. – 7:45 a.m.; Race starts at 8:00 a.m.

cost: Through 2/9 – $25; 2/9 through race day – $30

number pick-up location: PTS Sports, 4857 North Main Street, Acworth, 30101

to register: active.com/running/acworth-ga/pts-sports-cupid-chase-5k-2012

for more info: ptssports.com/

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Foster Care Party @The Strand

January 31, 2012 in Feature, Happenings, your guide with 0 Comments

Ever participate in an event that just makes you smile from the inside out? That’s what went down at The Strand Theatre on the Marietta Square last weekend as The Junior League of Cobb-Marietta threw a riotous party for 54 children in Cobb’s foster care system, along with their parents. Everything that makes for a great kiddie shindig was included: a magician, face painting, tinfoil crowns, nachos, ice cream, balloon animals, party favors…and lots and lots of laughter.

A big thanks to all who put on this fabulous event: The JLCM; Community Affairs Division of Cobb County Arts and Cultural Affairs; Ben Lyman, owner of Willie Rae’s Restaurant; Fran Woodward at Yogli Mogli -West Cobb; balloon art by Ms. Sam Johnson of the JLCM; and Tommy Johns, who entertained the group with a (really, really great) magic show.

As the children left for the day, they were given backpacks from Cobb EMC filled with goodies (books, clay, pencils, water bottles, and silly bands…to name a few) donated by Cobb Chamber of Commerce, Cobb EMC, The School Box, Aqua-Tots, and Community In Schools and Walton Communities.

Happy kids left wearing their tinfoil crowns, their backpacks…and ear-to-ear smiles.

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photos courtesy of Holly Lauer

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Cobb Chamber 70th Anniversary Dinner

January 30, 2012 in Feature, Feature - Bottom, Happenings, your guide with 0 Comments

Hundreds of Cobb’s brightest and best filled the Cobb Galleria Centre on Saturday, January 28, for the Cobb Chamber‘s annual dinner. Here are the highlights…and pics to prove that Cobb’s A-list also knows how to break it down on the dance floor.

Cobb Chamber Dinner Highlights

Leadership: Bank of North Georgia President and COO Rob Garcia passed his leadership role of Cobb Chamber Chairman to Tony Britton, Community & Southern Bank Senior Vice President. Also welcomed to the 2012 Chamber leadership team was Chairman-elect Greg Morgan of Mauldin & Jenkins, LLC.
Awards:

The Chairman’s Award was given to Kim Menefee of WellStar Health System.
Four individuals were recognized with the Mack Henderson Public Service Award: Shan Cooper of Lockheed Martin, Cobb Commission Chairman Tim Lee, Kim Menefee of WellStar and Dan Styf of Kaiser Permanente.
Mark Justice of Cobb EMC and Jason Sleeman of Fifth Third Bank each received the Len Gilbert Award for their exceptional service and leadership.
Twenty-three individuals were honored with Campaign Lifetime Achievement Awards: Lisa Crossman, Tracey Atwater, Sam Kelly, David Bell, Eric Latimer, Allan Bishop, Cristal McNair, Tony Britton, Sandy Miller, Terri Bunten, Mitzi Smith Moore, Nurdan Cornelius, Bronwyn O’Dell, Bill Davis, Lisa Olens, Vickie Haney, Kim Paris, Beverly Huff, Ron Sumpter, Tim Jarrell, Tony Willingham, Mary Karras, Sandy Woltering, and P.J. Zonsius.
Dr. Emily Lembeck, Marietta City Schools Superintendent, received The Marietta Daily Journal’s 2011 Cobb County Citizen of the Year award.

Sponsor Credits: The master of ceremonies was media coach and speech consultant Chris Davala, president of Cobb-based SmarTalk, Inc. Davala celebrated his 26th year as the emcee of the Annual Dinner. The invocation was offered by Dr. Bryan E. Crute of Destiny Metropolitan Worship Church. PRIME provided the musical entertainment, while Carithers Flowers supplied the floral decorations and Entertainment Design Group provided audiovisual services. Kaiser Permanente was the presenting sponsor; Bank of North Georgia and Lockheed Martin Aeronautics company were the diamond sponsors; BB&T was the reception sponsor; Cobb EMC was the dinner sponsor, Delta Community Credit Union was the entertainment sponsor, Community & Southern Bank was the award sponsor and Promo-Photo was the photography sponsor.

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junior league marietta mardi gras 5k and 1k

January 20, 2012 in Feature, Feature - Bottom, Happenings, your guide with 0 Comments

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Mardi Gras. Always sounds like a great celebration to be a part of…in theory. But, do you really want to be surrounded by a liquored-up crowd of people, many of whom may or may not have been too drunk to shower in the last couple of days, being shouted at to lift your shirt in order to receive brightly colored Dollar Store jewelry? Yeah, we didn’t think so.

Here is our suggested alternative: grab your running shoes and head over to the Marietta Square for the Junior League of Cobb-Marietta (JLCM) Mardi Gras 5K and 1K. You can run, walk or trot with your tot, but it will all benefit the many worthy charities the JLCM serves and not require you to show any body parts in order to receive beads. Plus, it’s a certified Peachtree Road Race Qualifier! Before you slip your running shoes on, clean out your closet and collect your used shoes to drop off in the Shoes for the Cure donation bins at the race. And, don’t worry, just because you’re not in the French Quarter it doesn’t mean you have to be a teetotaler. Marlow’s Tavern in Kennesaw is hosting a post-race brunch for all participants – Mimosas, anyone?!

the guide:

date: Saturday, February 11, 2012

times:

5K – 8:00 a.m.

1K – 8:45 a.m.

Tot Trot – 9:00 a.m.

cost: $25 before February 7, $30 after February 7; $15 for Tot Trot

start: The Marietta Square

for more info: www.marietta5k.com

to register: Send a check payable to JLCM to Pacesetter’s P.R., P.O. Box 81777, Atlanta, GA 30366 or online at www.active.com

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the museum performing at north cobb christian school homecoming concert

January 18, 2012 in Happenings, your guide with 0 Comments

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Have you heard the culturally relevant, yet counter-cultural music from the band The Museum? They rock – seriously – they literally rock. They are regularly featured on radio stations such as 104.7 The Fish and their hits include “My Help Comes From the Lord” and “Allelujah.” You know, the kind of music you don’t mind the little ears in the car listening to, but you also enjoy (unlike a few character-themed CD’s you might own).

Did you know that these are local boys makin’ it big? That’s right, they grew up and started their musical journey right here in the Kennesaw/Acworth area. And now they’re returning to their ole’ stomping ground for an intimate concert that you can be a part of (if you hurry!).

NCCS graduate Chris Brink

They are the featured performers at the North Cobb Christian Homecoming Weekend Concert event on February 4, 2012! Little inside info for you – Chris Brink, bass player and background vocalist for the group, graduated from NCCS in 2006. Obviously, this will be a performance especially near and dear to their hearts, therefore especially awesome for you, their dear fans (or soon-to-be fans). So, get your tickets now and get there early, the place will fill up fast!

the guide:

date: Friday, February 4, 2012

time: Opening acts start 6:30 p.m., The Museum goes on at 8:00 p.m.

cost: $10, group pricing available for 10 or more

address: North Cobb Christian School, 4500 Lakeview Drive, Kennesaw, 30144

check them out: themuseummusic.com, facebook.com/TheMuseumMusic, or itunes.apple.com/us/album/let-love-win

for more info: 770.975.0252

to purchase tickets: ncchristian.org

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birth announcement!

December 16, 2011 in Feature, Feature - Bottom, Happenings, Shopping & Dining, your guide with 0 Comments

We have some big news. Little Black Dress|Little Red Wagon has given birth to…. an app!

And…we’re not quite sure who the father is. Judging by the looks, it could either be Pinterest, Facebook or Twitter, with maybe a smidge of FourSquare. Either way, she’s a cutie. She’s a social little bugger too, and quite handy to have around when you’re out shopping Cobb.

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name: Bandwagon

weight: 10.3 MB

length: About nine icons long

personality so far: This little app is all about creating a fun new way to share local shopping finds, offers, ideas and inspiration with friends. And on top of that, she’s quite adept at encouraging a shop local mindset (yes, she’s already gifted).

to download your own Bandwagon app: You can get acquainted with our new addition at ridebandwagon.com and link to the download pages from there. She’s a freebie!

So, as you do your shopping and dining during the holidays and beyond, join us! Download Bandwagon on your iPhone/Android to have even more fun shopping local, and shopping social!

Meet our Participating Launch Merchants–and use the app to take advantage of their great offers! We’re so thankful for their support!!

White Rabbit Cottage, Divas & Dames, The School Box, SOHO Office, Dyer & Posta Salon, Private Gallery, PerryWinkle’s, Love Street at Cedarcrest, Love Street Gifts & Gardens, Heart & Sole, PTS Sports, and the honeybee.

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marietta pilgrimage gala, in pictures!

December 5, 2011 in Black Dress, Feature, Feature - Mid, Happenings, your guide with 0 Comments

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This past weekend marked the 25th anniversary of the Marietta Pilgrimage Christmas Home Tour– the event that, for many Mariettans, officially commences the holiday season. The tour’s much-anticipated kick-off gala was held at the beautiful Whitlock Avenue home of the Honorable and Mrs. Roy Barnes.

Although the gala was destined to be a sparkling affair, it got off to a dark start when guests were greeted on Friday night by a power outage at the home. The event was quickly converted to a candlelit soiree, and merry guests filled the residence–all feeling as if they had, indeed, stepped back in time in historic Marietta.

Marietta Power & Water soon came to the rescue, and the power clicked on about an hour or so into the event. The Christmas trees once again twinkled, lit garland shone from the mantlepieces, and a bevy of jolly motorized Santas kicked into gear–all to the applause of the partygoers. The home was simply stunning!

By the end of the evening, two unanimous opinions were voiced: when there’s a well-stocked bar, power is indeed optional; and nothing can dampen the spirits of Marietta residents ready to celebrate the Marietta Pilgrimage’s silver anniversary.

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the sponsors:

Many thanks to the faithful businesses and individuals who made the tour and gala possible!

the 25th marietta pilgrimage christmas home tour

November 30, 2011 in Happenings, your guide with 0 Comments

the gig:

Twenty-five years ago, a handful of homeowners in Marietta agreed to open the doors to their historic homes for the first-ever Marietta Pilgrimage Christmas Home Tour. They draped the greenery, lit the candles, polished the woodwork, and allowed the masses to ooh and aah their way from the mudroom to the master bedroom. Fast-forward a quarter-decade and you’ll once again find a busy cluster of homeowners along Whitlock Avenue setting out the crystal and swagging the evergreen for this year’s silver anniversary tour.

Marietta First Baptist Church

Christmas in Marietta officially arrives with Santa himself hosting the annual tree lighting on the Marietta Square on Thursday, December 1. The pilgrimage festivities begin on Friday evening with the “Ringing in our Silver Anniversary” Marietta Pilgrimage Gala. This glamorous black-tie kick-off party is being hosted this year at former Governor & Mrs. Roy Barnes’ home on Whitlock Avenue.

The Marietta Pilgrimage will continue on Saturday and Sunday, December 3 and 4, with day tours of six historic homes and many public buildings, including the Brooks-Vanderbogart House (c. 1927), Ellwood (c. 1867), Mockingbird Hill (c. 1888), the Green-Hildreth House (c. 1934), the Dobbins-McDanial House (c. 1940’s), and the Bagwell-Koutouzis House (c. 1927), along with many Marietta churches and museums. On Saturday evening, three homes will be open for a twinkling candlelight tour.

So, join the festivities and see why the Marietta Pilgrimage Christmas Home Tour has been named a “Top 100 Event in North America.” Oohs and aahs, guaranteed.

the guide:

The Bagwell-Koutouzis House

Day tours: (Shuttle service provided)

dates and times: Saturday: 9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

Sunday: 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

cost: $20 in advance, $25 at the door

Candlelight tour: (No shuttle service, 3 homes open)

date and time: Saturday: 7:00 p.m.–9:30 p.m.

cost: $15 in advance, $20 at the door

Combination ticket: (3 homes during the day, 3 homes at night)

cost: $25 in advance, $30 at the door

for tickets or more info: 770-429-1115 or 770-426-4982, e-mail tickets@mariettapilgrimage.com, or visit www.mariettapilgrimage.com

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festive fashions girls’ night out!

November 18, 2011 in Feature, Happenings, your guide with 0 Comments

the gig:

When sitting down to plan this little shindig, we asked one question: what do women like to do when they go out? Our list: Drink wine. Shop. Eat. Get inspired. Support a cause. Well, we checked off the entire list with our Festive Fashions Girls’ Night Out on Thursday, December 1, from 7-10 p.m. at Cuppy’s Coffee in Kennesaw.

There’ll be wine tastings, cash-and-carry gifts, tasty treats, and a fashion show to inspire a seasonal wardrobe overhaul…and it all benefits the Pink Angel Street Walkers Susan G. Komen team. Ideal girls’ night out, comin’ right up!

the guide:

date: Thursday, December 1, from 7-10 p.m.

place: Cuppy’s Coffee

1600 Kennesaw Due West Rd, Kennesaw, GA 30152 (near the Marietta Country Club)

festivities:

Fashion show featuring Love Street at Cedarcrest, Divas & Dames, LiviRae Lingerie, and Embellish Boutique
Bring Your Own Wine…whatever you want to drink, bring it on!
Gifts, including cash-and-carry items from local boutiques and handmade scarves from Knitting Time
Injectibles from Dr. Christine M. Law (“Atlanta’s Best Cosmetic Dermatologist”)
Massages from Ferguson Chiropractic
Makeup tips and makeovers by Maura and Alicia Lane, Mary Kay Cosmetics
Door prize drawings, music…and more!

cost: $5, 100% goes to Susan G. Komen

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a magical christmas experience at callanwolde

November 8, 2011 in Feature, Happenings, your guide with 1 Comment

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Your holiday calendar is probably already filling up faster than Charlie Sheen’s little black book, but be sure to pencil in a date with the beautiful Callanwolde Christmas! The Gothic-Tudor mansion of Callanwolde offers a magical world of Christmas splendor, still reflecting the magnificence of its glory days in the 1920’s-1950’s when it was home to the Candler family. Transformed by Atlanta’s top interior and floral designers for the holiday season, the estate will treat visitors to family Christmas activities, crafts, shopping, cabaret nights and holiday music performed on the Aeolian pipe organ for two weeks between December 5-18.

Speaking of top designers, Callanwolde will be featuring one of our own – Sumaya Maghariaf, owner of Julep’s Home Décor. With her versatility and eye for all things beautiful, Sumaya is highly sought after during the holidays and you can spy her work at its grandest scale while visiting the decked halls of Callanwolde.

New family Christmas tradition, anyone? We think yes!

the guide:

dates: December 5 – 18, 2011

time: Weekdays and Saturdays: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Sundays: 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Extended evening hours on Fridays: 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

general admission tickets: Adults: $20.00, Seniors 65+: $15.00, Children Ages 4-12: $12.00, Children 3 and under: Free, Group rates available

tickets: christmasatcallanwolde.org

featured events:

(all by advance reservation only)

Premiere Party

Sunday, December 4 at 7 to 10 p.m. in the Mansion

Tickets: $75 per person

Breakfast with Santa

Saturdays, December 10 and 17 at 9 a.m. in the Courtyard

Only 4 children per adult please. Children 12 and under taking a seat are charged full-price admission.

Tickets: $20 per person (Includes general admission)

Teddy Bear Tea

Sundays, December 11 and 18 at 3 p.m. in the Courtyard

Only 4 children per adult please. Children should be age 4 and above. Children 12 and under taking a seat are charged full-price admission.

Tickets: $25 Adults; $25 Children (Includes general admission)

for more info: 404-872-5338

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