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Posted by admin on Nov 22, 2011
When 11-year old Alex Hunt took a bow after his first piano recital,
the celebration of his accomplishment was dynamic, rewarding and a long time coming.
“Our family’s journey to health began in 2005, when our then five year old son was diagnosed with sensory...
Posted by julie on Dec 28, 2011
The Keep Forsyth County Beautiful (KFCB) Mobile Trash Unit (MTU) initiative is gearing up for its third year and program organizers are once again seeking volunteers to participate in the litter cleanup events throughout the year.
Launched in 2010, this program targets...
Posted by julie on Dec 27, 2011
Mentor Me North Georgia is gearing up to celebrate its 10th year anniversary!
A celebration breakfast is scheduled for January 10, from 7 to 9 am. “We want to pay tribute to those who have helped us over the years, contributed to the success of our programs and to...
Posted by julie on Dec 26, 2011
Pinecrest Academy’s 8th grade Challenge Teams, accompanied by their team leaders and Miss Joycelyn Christianson, a consecrated woman, visited Our Lady of Perpetual Help Cancer Home in Atlanta on Saturday, December 3. After a greeting by one of the Hawthorn...
Posted by julie on Dec 26, 2011
Don’t miss out on your opportunity to save a life! A Blood Drive is scheduled for Friday, December 30 from 11 am to 4 pm at the Northside Hospital Forsyth Bennett Education Center. Your help is needed! Make a commitment to share the gift of life by...
Posted by julie on Dec 26, 2011
Keep Forsyth County Beautiful (KFCB) is inviting residents to recycle their trees at numerous locations throughout the county during the “Bring One for the Chipper” Christmas tree recycling event from December 26 through January 28. A wood chipper at the locations...
Posted by julie on Dec 22, 2011
It’s the time of year when thoughts turn to shopping, wrapping, and stowing presents under the tree. It’s great fun for some, and dreaded by others. Sadly, for many, it has become just a social habit, propelled by the momentum of custom. The good news is that...
Posted by julie on Dec 21, 2011
You make pizza! Mia’s Pizza and Eats has a great contest for all “chef aficionados.” To enter, participants must create a pizza using at least two leftovers from their holiday meal(s); they must snap a picture of their leftovers pizza and post it...
Posted by julie on Dec 20, 2011
Fire Chief Danny Bowman and the Forsyth County Fire Department encourages everyone to take precautionary measures to help ensure safety throughout the holiday season. “Responsible use of items such as heating devices, decorations and candles can play a role...
Posted by julie on Dec 20, 2011
The Sawnee Foundation is offering scholarships to eligible seniors in 2011/2012. Scholarships will be awarded to students selected from the Sawnee EMC territory which consists of parts of Cherokee, Dawson, Forsyth, Fulton, Gwinnett, Hall and Lumpkin. To be eligible, a...
Posted by julie on Dec 20, 2011
Tuesday, December 20, begins the eight-day celebration of Hanukkah, or Chanukah, for members of the Jewish community around the world. Hanukkah, also known as the Festival of Lights, begins at sunset on the eve of the 25th of the Jewish month of Kislev. The...