“The parenting plan alone has been challenging, but the heartache that ensues as your child goes through life misunderstood, labeled as weird and rejected by the very peer group that should be the safest (church), can be overwhelming,” said Ann, whose son Aaron is on the High Functioning Autism Spectrum (HFAS). “Aspies, or those affected by HFAS, are amazingly gifted and … [Read more...]
BeBold
A Church’s Quest to Bless Others Most people in the Acworth and Kennesaw communities know of NorthStar Church. It’s the one on Blue Springs Road, around the corner from North Cobb High School. But you may not know about the church’s BeBold program, and how it has given to not only local and international ministries, but also to other churches just a few miles away. The … [Read more...]
Reads that Ease
Books to Calm the Back-to-School Jitters Believe it or not, the new school year is here! And, while parents were more than excited to hear those school bells ring, the kiddos might be a little apprehensive about what this next year has in store. We reached out to some of our community’s trusted school media specialists for their recommendations on reads to help ease your … [Read more...]
Grab a Book!
Check out these summer reading suggestions from our friends at the Cobb County Public Library System. Want to get in some reading during the summer? Whether you’re trying to stay active while school’s out or simply looking to relax, there’s something for all ages at the library. We’ve compiled a short list of recommendations for each age group to get you started. Remember, … [Read more...]
It’s Farmers Market Season!
It’s time to enjoy the sights and sounds — and tastes — of the farmers markets in our area. Nothing beats a meal made from fresh vegetables and locally sourced products.Acworth Farmers Market 8 a.m.-noon Fridays (through Oct. 25) Logan Farm Park, 4405 Cherokee St. On Facebook 770-917-1234, Email: jchase@acworth.orgCobb County Farm Bureau Farmers Market 3-7 p.m. … [Read more...]