Thursday, November 24, 2011
Patch invites you to join us in sharing stories and images from Black Friday sales around Cobb, Cherokee, Bartow, Douglas and Paulding counties.
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Thursday, November 24, 2011
The end of Thanksgiving feasts and pro football ushers in the Christmas/Hanukkah/Kwanzaa shopping season. Assuming nothing bad happens, knock on wood, Black Friday isn't serious, hard news, but it is a part of many of our lives. So we'll be bringing you stories, photos and videos from the shopping scene around the area all day. You also can use the map above to check on the traffic around your store or mall of choice. The map centers on Town Center at Cobb to start, but you can change the location by using the address box at the bottom right of the map, by dragging around on the map, and by zooming in and out. Need some last-minute advice before you face the hordes? Check out this list of do's and don'ts. Have any memorable moments? Grab …
Patch editors have compiled the best Black Friday deals available in store and online, plus the opening times of area stores.
The mall will open its doors at midnight Thanksgiving night and will remain open until 10 p.m. Friday. Twenty-six stores will open at midnight, with the remainder opening between 2 and 4 a.m. The early openers: Midnight 2 a.m. 3 a.m. There will be many activities at the mall Friday. They include: After 4 a.m., the first 100 people who go to Guest Services on the upper-level Center Court will receive a free Town Center at Cobb Holiday tumbler. The department store is hosting online specials that will run through Saturday. Additionally, most stores, including the one in Town Center, will open at midnight. If you are shopping online, shipping is free on orders greater than $99. See a list of Macy's Black Friday specials here. And don't forget…
Join Kennesaw Patch editor Gaetana Pipia in sharing what you are most thankful for.
With the holidays here, my thoughts turn to the people and things I am blessed to have in my life. The world is a tough place, and we are often weighed down by stress, negativity, tragedy and loss. This is why it is so important to treasure the miracles, big and small, that bring light and joy to our days. I invite you to join me in sharing what you are most thankful for, not only during the holiday season, but long after the turkey is carved and the Christmas tree put away. I will be updating the article on a regular basis with daily reflections on what I am thankful for. Please add your own words of thanks in our comments section below. You can also share your photos and videos with the community by clicking the "Add photos" link below …
Wednesday, November 23, 2011
Check the latest updates for holiday travel and shopping traffic.
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Wednesday, November 23, 2011
Want to check the traffic scene before you begin your holiday shopping or travel? Now you can thanks to our partners from Mapquest. You can customize the map widget to search any area, in Kennesaw or beyond. For the traffic near a specific location, type in the address. A satellite view also is available. Icons describe road construction and incidents, and major thoroughfares are color-coded to show the latest traffic flow. You can also embed the map in your own web page, print it and e-mail it to someone you know. Traffic is updated every five minutes. Related Topics: Cobb County police, Marietta, Road Construction, traffic alert, and traffic report
Here are some of the highlights from Kennesaw and nearby Patches for Nov. 23.
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Wednesday, November 23, 2011
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Have your own suggestions on how to survive the upcoming shopping frenzy? Add them in the comments.
Thanksgiving may be the great feast day, but for many, it’s the day after that has moms celebrating. Black Friday carries the anticipation of getting your entire Christmas list knocked out by hitting Town Center Mall and stores like Belk in one day. The mall opens at 4 a.m., but some stores inside are opening earlier. I’ve had successful and unsuccessful Black Fridays, and trust me, to get the former, you need to strategize. Here are some tips to remember before hitting the aisles: 1. Gather all the pertinent information you need to effectively shop. Who needs a gift? What are their preferences? Where do they shop? 2. When it comes to clothing, what are their sizes, favorite colors and most complementary styles? (It's not a good idea to …
Here are five things you need to know before leaving the house.
1. Don't forget that Kennesaw City Hall will be closed for Thanksgiving and no trash collection service will be provided tomorrow or Friday. Thursday's collection will be picked up today and Friday's will be collected Monday, Nov. 28. There will be no brush/yard waste collection on Monday. 2. Another reminder that City of Kennesaw property tax payments are due no later than Dec. 1 in order to avoid late charges. Payment options are: By mail-Send your check or money order to 2529 J.O. Stephenson Avenue, Kennesaw, GA 30144. (Check payable to City of Kennesaw Property Tax Dept); In person: City Hall is open Monday-Friday, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. A 24-hour deposit mail box is located at the entrance of the City Hall parking lot on the west (Dallas …
Tuesday, November 22, 2011
Kroger, Publix and several Kennesaw restaurants can rescue your holiday meal.
Sometimes it happens. Plans change, sickness occurs, or a host of other last-minute changes can alter your holiday meal plans. But not to worry. Kroger and Publix supermarkets both have deals on a fully-cooked Turkey Day meal--but the sooner you order, the better. Kroger offers a meal that serves 6-8 people for $39.99 and includes a turkey, gravy, dressing, mashed potatoes, and rolls. A meal for 10-12 includes the same foods for $59.99. Publix offers a similar package for $39.99 for 7-10 persons. It includes a 10-12 lb. turkey, mashed potatoes, dressing, gravy and a dessert cobbler. The large dinner serves 14-18 persons and goes for $79.99. The deli spokesman at Publix recommended calling any store by noon on Wednesday at the latest to …
Here are five things you should know before you leave the house today.
1. Thanksgiving is right around the corner and many families will gather to feast on a traditional turkey dinner. The UGA/Cobb County Cooperative Extension staff has posted a link on its website, cobbextension.com, that includes a guide to preparing a safe holiday turkey. Click on "Family and Consumer Sciences," then "News and Events" for information ranging from buying your holiday turkey to safely thawing, cleaning, cooking, and storing leftovers. Don't forget to take a look at our delicious recipes for homemade pumpkin pie and cranberry sauce and potato casserole to go with that turkey. Check out the Patch Recipe Corner column for more cooking inspiration. 2. If you'll be shopping for that bird today, the National Weather Service is …
Monday, November 21, 2011
Here are five things you should know before you leave the house today.
1. I can already smell the turkey in the oven. Thanksgiving is on Thursday, and there's lots to be thankful for—namely, elastic waistbands. Take a look at our delicious recipes for homemade pumpkin pie, cranberry sauce and potato casserole. Check our Recipe Corner column for even more cooking inspiration. In honor of the coming holiday, please share your comments about the people and things you are blessed to have in your life. You can also upload your photos and videos directly to the article. Click here to share your words of thanks. 2. According to the National Weather Service, today will be mostly cloudy with a high around 74 and a 20 percent chance of rain. Tonight will be mostly cloudy with a low near 56. 3. There will be a City …
Donna Espy-Rypel
7:48 pm on Friday, November 25, 2011
Love that enthusiasm, Tami! Thanks for sharing your story, and I hope you got some great deals for your Black Friday efforts! more ›