The first Christmas card was designed in 1843 by the artist J.C. Horsley and measured about the size of a postcard. The first Christmas card shows a Victorian family celebrating the gentle spirit of the season around a table. Flanking…
Category: Kennesaw/Acworth
Main Street Pharmacy invites you to Give a Basket of Christmas
PROVIDING CHRISTMAS AT WELLINGTON PLACE Tami Chamblee. and Jerry Gatti of MAIN STREET PHARMACY invites members of our community to partner with them and bring a little bit of Christmas to the residents of Wellington Assisted Living, located just a…
Korean Educators Complete ESL Training Program
A group of 23 visiting Korean English teachers recently earned their English as a Second Language (ESL) certificates from Kennesaw State University’s College of Continuing and Professional Education. The program, created between the Georgia Department of Education and the International…
Osher Lifelong Learning Institute Hosted Annual Christmas Social
The Osher Lifelong Learning Instute (OLLI) welcomed friends and guests at the annual “Donuts and Notes” holiday party on Friday, December 6 at the KSU Continuing Education Center. A large group of attendees enjoyed Christmas music presented by the Big…
A Christmas Tradition at the Strand ~ December 6-22, 2013
During the first three weekends of December, 2013, The Strand will produce its biggest and most elaborate show yet, A Christmas Tradition. This song and dance revue will show off The Strand’s awe inspiring sets and effects like has never…
Get On Board the Polar Express at the Southern Museum
The Polar Express Adventure embarks at the Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History on Saturday, December 7 from 6-10 p.m. following the City of Kennesaw’s Christmas tree lighting ceremony at Depot Park. Upon entering the Museum, attendees will…
Bert and Boos – Amazing NEW Bakery in Acworth TO RE-OPEN!
WE HAVE BEEN ADVISED THAT THIS WONDERFUL MAKER OF COOKIES WILL RE-OPEN IN FEBRUARY OF 2019.! Wow – awesome cookies, brownies, muffins and cupcakes are available at Bert and Boo’s Bakery at 3900 Old McEver Rd., Acworth, Ga. ( If…
Legal Experts: Plans to Fund the proposed Braves Stadium are Well Grounded
Cobb County commission Chairman Tim Lee confirmed with legal experts this week that plans to fund the proposed Braves Stadium are well grounded. “We have a top notch group of experts working together on this effort and I am confident…
Georgia Symphony Orchestra Holiday Pops Concert
Join the Georgia Symphony Orchestra for their annual Holiday Spectacular featuring seasonal favorites! This year’s program will include Rutter’s stunning Magnificat, Many Moods of Christmas Suite, excerpts from the Nutcracker Suite, Sleigh Ride, and much more. The GSO Chorus and…
Marvels U12 Soccer Team Wins Tournament
Congratulations to the U12 Marvels Team from the Southern Soccer Academy Recreation League. These girls competed over the November 16-17 weekend at the Georgia Kohl’s American Cup in Fayetteville, GA. The U12 Marvels won all their tournament games including the…
Holiday “Donuts & Notes” Event at KSU’s Continuing Education
Kennesaw State University’s College of Continuing and Professional Education is set to host its 12th annual “Donuts & Notes” event on Friday, Dec. 6, from 10 a.m. to noon. This free festive holiday concert and student art show will be…
Kennesaw Mountain Softball Players Give Back
Members of the Kennesaw Mountain Varsity Softball Team, along with their coaches, Lisa Chapman and Coach Eric Blair, participated in a L.E.A.D. sponsored day on Friday, November 15, at Turner Stadium. The L.E.A.D. (Launch-Expose-Advise-Direct) Organization, founded by former Cubs outfielder…