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Weekend Events Dec. 7 – 9

Friday Kennesaw Santa Day Parade. 12pm – 5pm. Main Street. Parade, live music, dance performances, food vendors, crafts and tree lighting. Polar Express Adventure at the Southern Museum. 6pm – 10pm after the City of Kennesaw tree lighting. Attendees will meet a train conductor and a hobo before having the opportunity to create holiday crafts and […]

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Smyrna Voices

{Smyrna Voices} The Road to Adoption

It is easy to say that I am thankful for so many blessings this holiday season – the blessings I try to thank God for every day. I am thankful that I am married to my very best friend who I am more over the moon for today than any other day of my life. […]

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Small Business Spotlight

{Hidden Treasurers} Chattahoochee Coffee Company

Way down yonder by the Chattahoochee… did you know that there’s a little gem nestled on the river banks, hidden at the back of an apartment complex?     Chattahoochee Coffee Company (previously Land of a Thousand Hills) serves up coffee, amazing views, and a generous heap of social consciousness. Since changing names (though ownership […]

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Holiday

Weekend (and Week!) Events Nov. 29 – Dec. 6

It’s a very quiet weekend! Event planners must assume we are all traveling, shopping, or busy with rivalry weekend. And they’re probably right. So I’ve extended the weekend recap to include activities happening during the next week as well – there are several tree lightings and other great things going on. Of course, there are […]

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Getting out of the house

The weather is getting cold, and while I love the chill in the air, being stuck at home with a toddler or two can smother that holiday spirit quicker than my daughter can redecorate the bathroom with the contents of my make up drawer. This winter, I am determine to plan ahead, so I’ve started […]

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Weekend Events Nov. 22 – 24

Things are slowing down this weekend just a tad as folks prepare for Thanksgiving and Hanukkah. But there’s still plenty to enjoy: A healthy eating event and book release for your toddler! A new skate park! Cats!!! (You’re welcome). And, besides what’s listed here, check out this great Holiday Roundup that we posted earlier this […]

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Truth in Advertising: Facebook Edition

My friend shared an article today, We Need to Quit Telling Lies on Facebook. I smiled and nodded my way through it, and then I remembered the photo I took a little bit before which was just awaiting the perfect filter so it could be slapped up on Facebook. Look! A frolicking fall day with […]

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Holiday

Your Complete Holiday Events Roundup

Regardless of what types of activities you enjoy with your family, there is bound to be something you’ll enjoy and that will fit your budget this holiday season in the Greater Atlanta area (and beyond).  Below, we’ve compiled one of the most extensive lists out there for family-friendly winter holiday activities! *Drive times are estimated […]

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Weekend Events Nov. 15 – 17

The holiday season is swinging into full gear and there are tons of fun, local events happening this weekend. And this is barely skimming the surface! On Monday we’ll post a very comprehensive overview of holiday activities near and far, compiled by our contributor, Jenn. If you know of any local events that aren’t being […]

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Health

At what age should you bring your toddler to the dentist?

As new parents, we gaze in awe at the face of our newborn baby. A few weeks later, our hearts swell even more as they give us their very first gummy smile. And a few weeks after that, we become engaged in The Great Tooth Watch as every drop of drool, item shoved in their […]

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