The Weekender: Big Spring Clean Charity Event for Furry Friends

This weekend visit Big Shanty Antiques and Gifts for the Big Spring Clean Charity Outdoor Sale; meet pets in need of loving homes; get out to a night of fashion, art, music and entertainment at the Uniquely Us Kids & Teens Fashion Show; and more.

Big Spring Clean Charity Event for Furry Friends What: Big Shanty Antiques and Gifts and Friends for Furry Friends invite you to the "Big Spring Clean Charity Outdoor Sale" to help their furry animal friends. Antiques, furniture, home decor, glass, jewelry and more will be available. When: Saturday, April 6, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Where: Big Shanty Antiques and Gifts, 1720 N Roberts Rd NW, Kennesaw, GA Art Exhibit at 2 Rules: "Square Root" by Pedro Gonzalez What: 2 Rules Fine Art gallery presents "Square Root," a solo exhibit of recent paintings, prints and drawings by Marietta artist Pedro A. Gonzalez. These artworks reflect the origins of alphabet systems, signs and symbols. Most of the works are square in shape and draw inspiration from …

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Gun Ownership, Safety Focus of Kennesaw Program

The class will be held March 9.

The Kennesaw Police Department is doing its part to educate residents on gun ownership and safety. Officers will facilitate a gun safety class from 10 a.m. to noon March 9 at the Ben Robertson Community Center, 2753 Watts Dr. "The agenda will consist of ... basic firearms safety and Georgia gun laws," Office Scott Luther said in a news release. "Free gun locks will also be available while supplies last. Please do not bring any firearms or weapons to the class." Registration is required. Click here to register for the class. For more information, contact Lt. Craig Graydon at 770-429-4533 or cgraydon@kennesaw-ga.gov.

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Kennesaw Town Hall Tonight

It begins at 6 p.m.

Kennesaw will host a town-hall meeting at 6 p.m. tonight at the Ben Robertson Community Center. Mayor Mark Mathews will open the meeting with a shortened version of the State of the City address that he delivered at the January Kennesaw Business Association Luncheon. That will be followed by a question-and-answer session with the audience. In addition to Mathews, city manager Steve Kennedy and council members are expected to attend the town-hall meeting, which is scheduled to end at 7:30 p.m.

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Volunteers Needed for Kennesaw Book Swap

The Kennesaw Parks & Recreation Department is holding a book, CD and DVD swap next month at the Ben Robertson Community Center.

Reminder: Public Meeting in Kennesaw on Thursday

It will focus on sanitation billing, stormwater and transportation.

Kennesaw to Address Sanitation Billing

The public meeting will also focus on stormwater and transportation.

The Kennesaw City Manager and Public Works Department will hold a public meeting on Thursday, November 8 at 6:30 pm in the Ben Robertson Community Center, 3753 Watts Drive, to address stormwater program management, transportation improvement plans, and a sanitation billing system upgrade. A short presentation will be followed by a question and answer period about each topic to address issues and concerns. The public is encouraged to attend.

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Summer Heroes Community Blood Drive

Give the gift of blood Tuesday at Ben Robertson Community Center.

The City of Kennesaw is sponsoring a Summer Heroes Community Blood Drive this Tuesday, June 12, from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Ben Robertson Community Center. Most healthy people of at least 17 years of age and at least 110 pounds are eligible to donate blood every 56 days. The donation process from the time you arrive until the time you leave takes about 45 minutes. The donation itself only takes about 8-10 minutes. Click here to schedule an appointment online, or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). Walk-ins are also welcome. What: Summer Heroes Community Blood Drive Where: Ben Robertson Community Center, 2753 Watts Dr., Kennesaw When: Tuesday, June 12, 2 p.m. to 7 p.m.

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Upcoming Meeting on Pawn Shop Issue

The meeting will take place Monday at 6:30 p.m. at the Ben Robertson Community Center.

The city is seeking input from community members on what should be done about a pawn shop that was mistakenly allowed to open up for business at the Mack Dobbs Point strip mall. Kennesaw city officials admit a mistake was made when Cruchelow Jewelry & Loan was allowed to open there this year, despite a 2004 agreement prohibiting pawn shops from the property. Now, city officials are weighing possible solutions to the matter, which has been brought to light by Kennesaw resident Bill Harris. Read more about the circumstances and history surrounding the pawn shop issue here. Officials with the City Manager's Office and Planning and Zoning Department have invited Summer Brooke and Summer Stream residents who live near the property, along with …

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Give from the Heart Blood Drive

Give blood at the Ben Robertson Community Center on Tuesday from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Can you spare 45 minutes to save a life? The City of Kennesaw and the American Red Cross are hosting a community blood drive today from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Ben Robertson Community Center, located at 2753 Watts Dr. in Kennesaw. Most healthy people who are at least 17-years-old and weigh at least 110 pounds may donate blood every 56 days. The donation process from the time of arrival is about 45 minutes, while the donation itself only takes about eight to 10 minutes. Click here to schedule an appointment online or call the American Red Cross at 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). Walk-ins are also welcome.

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