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Pike Nurseries hiring for spring

Submitted by Beth Sawicki, Where U Live Producer
Friday, February 27th, 2015, 6:14am
Pike Nurseries hiring for spring

(WXIA) -- Pike Nurseries plans to hire about 300 employees for the upcoming spring planting season.

The nursery chain will hold a career fair Wednesday, Mar. 4 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. at all its Georgia locations.

Open positions include manager trainees, department heads, sales associates, operations personnel and cashiers. Planting enthusiasts of all skill levels are encouraged to apply.

Visit pikenursery.com for more information.

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Chick-fil-A to host Daddy-Daughter Date Night

Submitted by Beth Sawicki, Where U Live Producer
Thursday, February 5th, 2015, 12:33pm
Chick-fil-A to host Daddy-Daughter Date Night

(WXIA) -- Chick-fil-A will bring back its popular Daddy-Daughter Date Night this weekend.

The fifth annual event will be Saturday, Feb. 7 from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at participating restaurants.

Daddy-Daughter Date Night encourages fathers and their little girls to spend time together. Every "couple" will receive take-home booklets featuring conversation starters and ideas for future outings.

Attendees will also be treated to tableside service, limousine and trolley rides, and other surprises.

Daddy-Daughter Date Night is free, except for the cost of food. Seating is available every hour; fathers and daughters are encouraged to call their local Chick-fil-A locations in advance to reserve a time.

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Blood donation opportunities: Cobb County

Submitted by Beth Sawicki, Where U Live Producer
Wednesday, February 4th, 2015, 12:04pm
Blood donation opportunities: Cobb County

(WXIA) -- The American Red Cross needs blood donations and has provided healthy metro Atlanta residents with several opportunities to give.

Inclement weather and widespread flu have prevented many usual donors from giving, according to Red Cross spokesperson Kristen Stancil. Several blood drives will be held throughout the area this month to make up the difference.

The Red Cross especially needs blood types O negative, A negative and B negative.

Visit redcrossblood.org for more information.

Here are some upcoming blood drives in Cobb County:

Monday, Feb. 16
Cobb Donor Center, 2145 Roswell Road, Suite 205, Marietta
7:45 a.m. to 6:45 p.m.

Tuesday, Feb. 17
WellStar Health Park, 4550 Cobb Parkway NW, Acworth
1:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

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Pike Nurseries to host free 'Houseplants for a Healthy 2015' class

Submitted by Atlanta News on Friday, January 23rd, 10:43 am
Pike Nurseries to host free 'Houseplants for a Healthy 2015' class

ATLANTA -- Not only do houseplants bring in much needed color during the bare winter months, but they also play an important health role by improving air quality! Research has revealed that certain common houseplants can actually create a cleaner environment by releasing oxygen and removing contaminants – like formaldehyde, benzene and ammonia – from a room’s air efficiently.

To help customers create a cleaner, greener and healthier home, Pike Nurseries is hosting a FREE “Houseplants for a Healthy 2015” customer class at all garden center locations onSaturday, Jan. 24 at 9 a.m.

During the informational seminar, guests will learn about houseplant health benefits, popular plant options and proper care guidelines. With expert tips from Pike Nurseries, guests can keep their homes healthy and “green” all year-round!

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Cherokee County to hold teacher recruitment event

Submitted by Beth Sawicki, Where U Live Producer
Tuesday, January 20th, 2015, 12:52pm
Cherokee County to hold teacher recruitment event

CHEROKEE COUNTY, Ga. -- Increased enrollment, teacher retirements and shrinking class sizes all mean one thing -- the Cherokee County School District needs more teachers.

The district will hold a teacher recruitment fair on Saturday, Mar. 7, in advance of the 2015-16 school year.

Candidates who are preparing to complete their educator preparation programs are invited to attend, as are veteran teachers already certified in Georgia and other states.

Anyone who's interested in attending the fair is asked to apply online.

The fair will take place from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Woodstock High School, which is located at 2010 Towne Lake Hills South Drive.

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Pike Nurseries to host potting party weekend

Submitted by Atlanta News on Thursday, January 8th, 1:46 pm
Pike Nurseries to host potting party weekend

ATLANTA -- The garden experts at Pike Nurseries are helping customers start 2015 off right with refreshed container gardens and houseplants.

On Saturday, January 10 and Sunday, January 11, Pike Nurseries will host Potting Party Weekend at all store locations. Gardeners of all levels are invited to bring an empty pot from home or purchase a new one, as on-hand associates help them plant indoor or outdoor container gardens, houseplants and terrariums.

Pike Nurseries will also provide complimentary Pike Potting and Container Soil and E.B. Stone Sure Start for pots planted in-store.

With expert potting advice and a wide selection of plants available at Pike Nurseries, guests can welcome the New Year with the perfect container garden for any home.

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Run a half in 2015 | Wine and Chocolate

Submitted by Beth Sawicki, Where U Live Producer
Wednesday, January 7th, 2015, 8:14am
Run a half in 2015 | Wine and Chocolate

EMERSON, Ga. -- If a half marathon is on your list of goals for 2015, Georgia will host several 13.1-mile races throughout the year.

The Wine and Chocolate Half Marathon, a new Valentine's Day tradition, will be Saturday, Feb. 14 at LakePoint Sports Complex in Bartow County.

Runners will race through beautiful Emerson, then enjoy a post-race wine brunch and block party. All participants will receive T-shirts and goodie bags filled with chocolate and wine swag.

For those who aren't ready to tackle a half marathon, Wine and Chocolate also offers 5K and 10K options.

Registration prices are:

Half Marathon
* $80 through Jan. 15, $85 after
* $90 on race day

10K
* $60 through Jan. 15, $65 after
* $70 on race day

5K
* $50 through Jan. 15, $55 after
* $60 on race day

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