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Daniell plans new 5K race, Kell presents play, Sprayberry golf tournament, Wheeler honored, events

Daniell Middle School

Daniell's first-annual 5 K and fun run

The Daniell Middle School PTSA is proud to announce its first annual 5K race and one-mile fun run set for Saturday, April 24. The race will be a PSTA fundraiser.

The 5K race begins at 9 a.m. and the one-mile starts at 9:15 a.m. Registration begins at 8 a.m. More information will be available in next week's edition of the Northeast Cobb Monitor.com.

Keheley Elementary School

Cougarthon

The Keheley PTA is excited to introduce Cougarthon, a new event for the school. The goal is to have this one event that will support all Keheley PTA programs, the staff's Relay for Life Team and the school's charity choice this year, the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. There is no door-to-door selling nor any products to deliver. We promise this event will be a fun time for all. This event will energize our students through physical fitness, challenge them to set goals, and work as a class team. Education will be a big part of this event through character-building and learning a new fact each day about our country.

We hope the Keheley community will support this PTA effort by sponsoring a Keheley Kid.

Kell High School

Accident Avoidance
Car crashes are the number one killer of teenagers. Unlike driver’s education, the Accident Avoidance Workshops specializes in teaching our students how to respond when everything goes horribly wrong to improve their chances of avoiding a fatal accident. This is a seven-hour, parent-participation program done in the student’s own vehicle, and it will be returning right here at Kell March 11 through March 14. The program is certified as a Level 5 Defensive Driving program by the National Defensive Driving Institute. Both students and parents alike are eligible to receive a defensive driving certificate for completing this program. Kell High School offers this program at a discount, but space is limited.

For more information, you can view the invitation on Kell’s website at www.cobbk12.org/kell/ . To register, call 770-971-0571.

Kell Drama
Kell Drama Presents its Spring Musical "Kiss Me Kate."
Feb. 25 through 27 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $8 at the door.

Registration Dates to Remember
March 1 - Junior Parent Night 2 p.m. and 6 p.m.
Junior registration packets will go home March 1
Junior registration March 3 12th (assigned appt times)

Sprayberry High School

Sprayberry Touchdown Club golf tournament March 28

Help support the Sprayberry football team with a round of golf March 28 at Bradshaw Farms. Cost for the scramble format is $110.00 per golfer or $400.00 per foursome. Sponsorships are also available, and players can win prizes for longest drive, closest to the pin, and most accurate drive. There's also a chance to win a car with a hole in one contest.

For more information, go to www.sprayberryfootball.com.

Wheeler High School

Wheeler gains AP Merit status

Wheeler has been named an AP Merit School by the State Department of Education. AP Merit Schools must have at least 20% of students taking AP exams and at least half of the AP exams scoring a three or higher.

Around Cobb County

Julianne Hough will perform at Cobb Civic Center

Country singer Julianne Hough will perform at the Jennie T. Anderson Theatre 8 p.m., Saturday, March 6, as part of the Encore Series. Hough is best known as a two-time professional dance champion on the television show "Dancing with the Stars." Her self-titled debut album was released in 2008, entering the Billboard Country Album charts at number one and number three on the Billboard 200.

The Anderson Theatre is located at 548 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta. For more information, call 770-528-8490 or visit cobbcounty.org/prca.

The Friends of the Library will hold its semi-annual book sale March 5-7 at Jim Miller Park in Marietta. More than 100,000 items will be on sale, including hardbound and paperback books for children, young adults and adults; books on tape and CD; records; magazines; CD's and comic books. All proceeds are used to purchase new books and other library materials. Prices range from 25 cents to $2. The sale will run Friday and Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday 1-5 p.m. For more information, visit cobbcounty.org/library. If you are interested in volunteering, call the program coordinator at 770-528-2342.

Accomplished illustrator set to visit Cobb library

The Friends of the Cobb County Library System is hosting a Meet the Illustrator program featuring artist Gregory Christie 1 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 27, at the Central Library. Primarily known for his children's book illustrations, the New York resident has been recognized for his work and received numerous awards including the Coretta Scott King Award, Theodor Geisel Award and Schneider Family Award. He is also a two-time recipient of the New York Times Certificate of Excellence and has illustrated biographies of many significant historical and cultural figures including Richard Wright, Langston Hughes and Sojourner Truth.

Sign up for Citizens Public Safety Academy in March

The Cobb Department of Public Safety sponsors the Citizens' Public Safety Academy to give an insider's look into the entities that comprise the department. The spring session is scheduled to begin Tuesday, March 2. During the course, participants gain knowledge and insight on how the fire, police and 911 departments are organized and the important role each plays in ensuring the safety of Cobb's residents. The 12-week program is free and typically meets every Tuesday evening at 6 p.m.

People interested in participating should contact the Department of Public Safety Training Center at 770-499-4100 or email Renee Cameron at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

4-H plant sale taking pre-orders

Many residents support Cobb 4-H's annual plant sale to enhance their landscapes with perennials, azaleas and other plants and shrubs. With more focus on organic, pesticide-free food, there is an increased interest in growing fruits and vegetables. The sale offers a selection of blackberry, blueberry and raspberry plants that are appropriate for Cobb County. A small investment in berry bushes will provide the owner many years of fruit.

In addition to enjoying a beautiful landscape and fresh berries, plant sale purchases also support many local 4-H programs. Last year, scholarships were provided for 4-H'ers to attend summer camp and the overnight speech competition at Rock Eagle 4-H Center. Transportation costs to county and state events were also subsidized. Plant sales also fund the Awards Banquet, an annual program that highlights and recognizes individual achievements and contributions to the community. 4-H was able to donate school supplies and holiday meals after last year's flood.

More Cobb events and meetings......

Feb. 27 - Run thru the Forest 5k benefiting Georgia Transplant Foundation. 8 a.m.-5 p.m Brinkley Park, 1270 Hunter St., Smyrna. Profits from the race will benefit organ transplant recipients and raise awareness of the importance of organ donation. Must register before Thursday, Feb. 25. For details visit, active.com.

Feb. 27 - Medicine Disposal Day. 9 a.m.-noon. West Cobb Senior Center, 4915 Dallas Highway, Powder Springs, Marietta. Residents can safely dispose of outdated or unused over-the-counter and prescription medications. Accepted items include: liquid and pill medications, sharps, diabetes materials, catheters and tubing. Nothing accepted at any senior center or by staff before or after the scheduled dropoff date. For more information, call 770-528-1135 or visit cobbcounty.org/kcb.

March 2 - Planning Commission zoning hearing. 9 a.m. BOC Room, second floor, 100 Cherokee St., Marietta.

March 2 - Keep Cobb Beautiful monthly board meeting. 5:30 p.m. Cobb Water Lab, 660 South Cobb Drive, Marietta.