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. …
Wednesday, December 19, 2012
Don't send your holiday donations abroad—here is a list of Cobb County agencies in need of donations.
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Wednesday, December 19, 2012
‘Tis the season for generosity. Cobb families seek out charities to give donations. Tell us where you donate during the holidays, or any time of year. Here's a list of county agencies in need of donations: Animal Shelter - You can help make a difference in the lives of animals housed at Cobb County Animal Control. Money received will be used to help pay for the care of animals. There are volunteering opportunities, too. K-9 Donations - The K-9 unit is a vital part of police department’s efforts to protect Cobb County. Police canines perform a broad range of essential functions, including patrol activities, narcotic detection and bomb detection. The police department is accepting donations to aid in the operation of the K-9 unit. Funds will…
Sunday, December 16, 2012
In our latest edition of “Patch 101,” we share how nonprofit officials and volunteers can post events, photos and calls for action to be seen by Patch readers.
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Sunday, December 16, 2012
It’s December, which means many nonprofits are in the midst of community projects such as toy drives or feed the hungry events, while others are soliciting donations before the end of the 2012 tax year. If you represent or volunteer with a Cobb-based nonprofit or one that serves the East Cobb area, you have many ways with which you can utilize East Cobb Patch to get the word out: 1. Start a blog about your nonprofit or its campaign(s). Maybe you’re with a lesser-known nonprofit in the area, or perhaps you perform a service or hold an event that few people are aware of. Or maybe you want the public to know why they should donate to your cause before the end of the year. One way to educate the public is by posting a blog. Clicking this link …
Friday, December 14, 2012
Your weekend guide also includes a Christmas Cantata and a shopping extravaganza.
The Atlanta Lyric Theatre Presents White Christmas When: 8 p.m. Friday, 8 p.m. Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday and 7 p.m. Sunday Where: Earl Smith Strand Theatre, 117 North Park Square NE, Marietta | Get directions Why Go: It's a classic, timeless musical. Price: Tickets start at $25 | Buy tickets Holiday Shopping Extravaganza When: 11 a.m. Saturday Where: Christine's School of Dance, 1305 Cedarcrest Rd., Dallas | Get directions Why Go: You can shop for everything from fudge and rice warmers to bird feeders and scarves at this event. Price: While admission is free, don't forget to bring a few dollars to support the vendors at the extravaganza. 22nd Annual ROCK 4 TOTS Charity Music Fest When: 3 p.m. Saturday Where: Reds Timbers, 730 Concord Rd. SE…
Thursday, December 13, 2012
"White Christmas" at the Strand Theatre, Santa's Workshop on Marietta Square, Cobb Christmas Distribution at Jim Miller Park and Next Stage's "Cabaret."
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Thursday, December 13, 2012
More holiday-related activities are on tap once again this weekend in the Cobb area: 1. The Atlanta Lyric Theatre will present “White Christmas” on Dec. 14, 15, 20, 21 and 22 at 8 p.m. and Dec. 9, 16, 22 and 23 at 2 p.m. at the Strand Theatre. Music and Lyric by Irving Berlin, Libretto by David Ives and Paul Blake. Based on the beloved Bing Crosby and Danny Kaye film, this merry musical tells the tale of two famous song-and-dance men who stage a show in a scenic, snow-topped Vermont inn and end up finding love with two singing sisters under the mistletoe. 2. Santa’s Workshop will be open to visitors Dec. 15, 16, 22 and 23. Be sure to have your picture taken with Santa. Hours: Saturdays: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Sundays: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.; …
Friday, December 7, 2012
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…
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 tradition in the community 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 …
Sunday, December 2, 2012
Get into the holiday spirit with these events, and let us know about yours.
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Sunday, December 2, 2012
1. Dec. 6, 7:30 p.m.. Symphony on the Square’s 3rd Annual Holiday Concert: Come out to hear light classical, pops and sounds of the season music performed by a local orchestra. The concert is at First Baptist Church of Marietta, open to the public and free of charge. Visit symphonyonthesquare.org for more information. 2. Santa’s Workshop will be open to visitors Dec. 8, 9, 15, 16, 22 and 23. Be sure to have your picture taken with Santa. Hours: Saturdays: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Sundays: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Christmas Eve: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. 3. The Safe Path's Annual Community Holiday Open House takes place on Dec. 7 from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at 736 Whitlock Ave. The event will include an awards ceremony recognizing individuals and organizations that …
Friday, November 30, 2012
Get ideas on holiday decorating by taking the Smyrna-Vinings Holiday Homes Tour or 26th annual Marietta Pilgrimage Christmas Home Tour this weekend.
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Friday, November 30, 2012
This week's Cobb, Douglas and Paulding Weekend & Community Spotlight features the Homes for the Holidays Tour presented by The Foundation of Emory-Adventist Hospital at Smyrna. The event will be held noon-6 p.m. on Sunday. Tickets are $20 and all proceeds will benefit The Foundation of Emory-Adventist Hospital at Smyrna to raise funds for new patient beds. Purchase tickets at www.SmyrnaCares.org or by calling 770-438-5233. Visit Patch's Event Calendar for more details. The 26th annual Marietta Pilgrimage Christmas Home Tour will also feature historic homes this weekend. The Pilgrimage will take place in the Church-Cherokee Street National Register Historic District. The tour will give visitors a peek at Marietta history and some ideas for…
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…
