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Jan 6. Pick up dates are Nov. 14 and Jan 23 from 8 a.m. - 5: 30 p. m. at Coble Elementary located off Reeves Station Rd at 450 Academy Drive across from GeorgiaCumberland Academy.

Families Anonymous is a 12-step program, for those concerned about drug abuse and behavior problems of a relative or friend. Completely anonymous, non professional, and non religious. No dues, no fees. Not connected with any hospital or agency. Located on Red Bud Road in plaza below Fitness First, next to Calhoun Counseling Center. Meeting every Thursday 7 - 8 p.m. Call 770- 548- 7849 for more information.

Marsh House brings history to life in Christmas Candlelight Tour. The Marsh House of LaFayette invites you to travel back to the 19th Century at the annual Christmas Candlelight Tour event. Set for the first three Saturdays and Sundays of December (Dec. 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18), 6 to 8 p.m. each evening, the 1836 antebellum home will be decorated for the holidays. Guests who attend will experience character reenactments, eat delicious refreshments, decorate ornaments they can take home, learn about the history of the Marsh House, and enjoy the historical holiday atmosphere. The cost is $5 for general admission and $ 1 for children 12 and under. Visit marshhouseoflafayette. com for more information. On Fridays, Dec. 2, 9, and 16 there will be preview nights in which you can view the house interior and learn more about the tours. The preview nights require no admission, however, the Marsh House asks for donations to support the Candlelight Tours.

Week of Nov. 27

First Thursday Book Club - Join the discussion on Thursday, Dec. 1, at Wall Street Grille in downtown Calhoun. Arrive early to order dinner and the book discussion begins at 7 p.m. We will discuss COLD SASSY TREE by Olive Ann Burns. The one thing you can depend on in Cold Sassy, Georgia, is that word gets around - fast. When Grandpa E. Rucker Blakeslee announces one July morning in 1906 that he’s aiming to marry the young and freckledy milliner, Miss Love Simpson - a bare three weeks after Granny Blakeslee has gone to her reward - the news is served up all over town with that afternoon’s dinner.” All are welcome! Call for more information 678773-5655.

Santa’s Helpers Annual Pictures with Santa Fundraiser on Saturday, Dec. 3, 2016, from 3-5 p.m., located at Fairmount Community Center 11921 Fairmount Hwy SE, Fairmount, GA 30139. Pictures with Santa require a new unwrapped toy donation. There will be crafts and treats, as well as other activities for children. For any questions call 706-6691895.

Candle Light Service at Gordon Memorial Gardens and Haven of Rest on Saturday, Dec. 3. Gordon Memorial Gardens at 5 p.m. with a special speaker, singer and refreshments. Haven of Rest will also be at 5 p.m. on Dec. 3 with a special speaker, singers and refreshments. Please keep in mind that candles cannot be burned at this time so please bring a battery- powered light of some kind such as a flashlight. For more information, call 706625-9515.

Week of Dec. 4

Calhoun Alzheimer’s Association Mid- Day Café on Thursday Dec. 8, 2016 from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Calhoun Depot - 109 South King Street. Registration is free, but required. Lunch is provided. Please call 800- 272- 3900 to register for the above listed program.

Registration beginning at 10 a. m. at Racetrac on Hwy. 53 in Calhoun.. Sponsored by DUKES, hosted by: 111 % Brotherhood, Outrageous Beardsmen Koalition, The White Knights, The Patriots, Twisted Iron. Come ride for a good cause.

Week of Jan. 1

First Thursday Book Club - Join the discussion on Thursday, Jan. 5, at Wall Street Grille in downtown Calhoun. Arrive early to order dinner and the book discussion begins at 7 p.m. We will discuss WHAT THE LADY WANTS: A NOVEL OF MARSHALL FIELD AND THE GUILDED AGE by Renee Rosen.

In late- nineteenthcentury Chicago, visionary retail tycoon Marshall Field made his fortune wooing women customers with his famous motto: “Give the lady what she wants.” His legendary charm also won the heart of socialite Delia Spencer and led to an infamous love affair.” All are welcome! Call for more information 678-773-5655.

Notices

Tallatoona Community Action Partnership is funding GED testing for lowincome individuals and families. To find out more about the GED testing program, contact the office in the county where you reside: Floyd, 706-2957124; Bartow, 770- 3824222; Polk, 770-748-1675; Gordon, 706- 629- 2333; Paulding, 770-943-5085; Douglas, 770- 949- 6339; Haralson, 770-537-8800. Cobb County residents should contact the Bartow office.