Sports & Recreation

Acworth Police to host National Night Out

Submitted by Beth Sawicki, Where U Live Producer

Wednesday, July 13th, 2011, 10:09am

Acworth Police to host National Night Out

ACWORTH, Ga. -- The Acworth Police Department will once again participate in National Night Out on Tuesday, Aug. 2.

National Night Out, which is co-sponsored by Target, exists to heighten crime prevention awareness, generate support for anti-crime programs, enhance police/community partnerships and put criminals on notice that their illegal activities are unwelcomed.

Neighborhoods around Acworth will conduct events like pool parties and cookouts designed to encourage neighbors to come out, meet each other and discuss crime awareness.

Acworth police officers and Target representatives will attend each event.

Anyone interested in participating is asked to call Ofc. Jeffrey Rose at 678-801-4073.

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Submitted by Chris Sweigart, Manager of Digital Content | 11Alive News

Tuesday, July 12th, 2011, 10:36am

ATLANTA -- Tens of thousands of people from across the region and the world marked Independence Day with an Atlanta tradition, the AJC Peachtree Road Race.

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Submitted by Debbie Fitzgerald

Monday, July 11th, 2011, 6:40am

America Is Your Park campaign urges families to get out, discover fun ways to get active in the park while helping their favorite park win big

ATLANTA, July 10, 2011 – If you’re reading this, you should get to your favorite park – STAT! Coca-Cola is calling all families to go out and play this summer as part of the second annual America Is Your Park campaign.

Families are encouraged to go outdoors and play.

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Georgia Eye Care Experts Warn Parents of 1,800⁰ F of Holiday Danger & Say Avoid Sparklers on July 4

Submitted by Curran PR on Thursday, June 30th, 4:58 am

Georgia Eye Care Experts Warn Parents of 1,800⁰ F of Holiday Danger & Say Avoid Sparklers this Fourth of July Georgia Optometric Association Offers Tips to Celebrate the Holiday Safely

Sparklers are the leading cause of ER visits during the 4th of July

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Submitted by Judith Fouts

Tuesday, June 28th, 2011, 12:23pm

LearningRx Kennesaw sponsored Golden Soldiers 2nd Annual Big Day Out

Kennesaw, GA - June 28, 2011 – On Saturday, June 18th LearningRx Kennesaw was a platinum sponsor of The Golden Soldiers Big Day Out at the Acworth Sports Complex. Close to 600 people attended the second annual free event which provided fun and excitement for children with special needs and their families.

BIG DAY OUT was held at the Acworth Sports Complex adjacent to the Horizon special needs field. The parking lot was filled with carnival games, inflatables, music, jugglers, a vendor walk, and a surprise visit from Freddie the Falcon and the Atlanta Falcon’s Cheerleaders.

“We are delighted to once again support The Golden Soldiers BIG DAY OOUT”, said Kristen Thompson, owner and director of LearningRx Kennesaw.

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Submitted by Beth Sawicki, Where U Live Producer

Friday, June 17th, 2011, 11:45am

Horizon Kickball League begins next week

ACWORTH, Ga. -- It's time to come out and play.

Games for the summer Horizon Kickball League, made up of teams of Acworth residents with special needs, begin Tuesday, June 21.

Children ages five to 12 play on Tuesdays, while games for ages 13 and up will be held Thursday nights.

The kickball league runs through Thursday, July 28.

Acworth Parks and Recreation

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Submitted by Eden Godbee, Where U Live Producer

Wednesday, June 15th, 2011, 1:54pm

ATLANTA -- For this week's edition of Best Spots, we have compiled a list of best places to run for beginners, intermediate and advanced runners.

Recently, running has risen in popularity due to people discovering the different benefits it offers. Running has been proven to lessen stress, aid in weight loss and can serve as a method of meditation. According to the Seattle Times, 26.5 million people in the US run 50 days out of the year.

Beginners Routes

The Silver Comet Trail is known as “the only truly flat place you can run in Atlanta”. The trail starts near Mavell Road in Smyrna and runs all the way to the Georgia/Alabama line, near Cedartown and Esom. The trail is a favorite among runners searching for a leisurely stroll and good scenery.

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