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H1N1 Swine flu mass clinic at KSU in Kennesaw

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Cobb & Douglas Public Health has H1N1 vaccine available at all local public health centers for anyone ages 6 months and older. In addition, there will be an H1N1 Mass Flu Clinic on Saturday, December 19, 2009 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at KSU Center – Continuing Education Building – (Not Main Campus) 3333 Busbee Drive Kennesaw, GA 30144. They are also planning an additional H1N1 mass clinic on Saturday, January 9, 2010 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. again at Kennesaw State University in Cobb County, pending vaccine availability. The H1N1 flu vaccine will be provided at no cost to anyone 6 months of age and older.

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What’s Under Rocks?

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Artist and nature lover Palma Rhoades will lead children around the Garden turning over rocks, logs, leaves and discussing all the creatures they discover. Children must be accompanied by an adult during program. Please call Garden office to register.

Cost:
Class is free with Garden admission of $4.00. Adult admission $5.00

Address:
Smith-Gilbert Gardens
Kennesaw, GA 30152

Date:
December 19, 2009

Hours:
Class begins at 9:30 a.m.

For more information, call (770) 919-0248

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Salvation Army Angel Tree

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Town Center at Cobb and The Salvation Army have partnered to support the annual Salvation Army Holiday Angel Tree program. The program provides new clothing and toys for children of families in need and runs until December 12, 2009.

Times:
10am-8pm

Location:
Town Center at Cobb

For more information, call (770) 424.9486

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Vince Dooley to chair KSU Football Exploratory Committee

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Legendary football coach Vince Dooley has been selected to chair the exploratory committee for football at Kennesaw State University. The committee consists of students, faculty, staff, alumni, business and community leaders, and friends and benefactors of Kennesaw State University. Over the next nine months, the committee study the impact of a football program and deliver their recommendations to KSU President Daniel S. Papp in September 2010.

“The launch of the Football Exploratory Committee is the next logical step in the progression of KSU’s athletics programs,” Papp said. “We are excited that a coach of the caliber of Vince Dooley has agreed to lead us through this process as KSU decides whether or not we should start a football program.”

On December 1, KSU announced a partnership with the Atlanta Beat Women’s Professional Soccer team that includes the construction of a $16.5 million, 8,300-seat stadium that will be ready by spring. The stadium could also be used for football, Papp said.

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Will Kennesaw State University soon field a football team?

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According to WAGA, KSU is actively working on a football program and has hired Vince Dooley. In a role similar to former Falcons coach Dan Reeves’ role at Georgia State, Vince Dooley will play an active role in building Kennesaw State University’s football program.

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KSU and Atlanta Beat to build a new stadium in Kennesaw, Georgia.

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Kennesaw, GA (Dec. 1, 2009) – Atlanta Beat Owner Fitz Johnson and Kennesaw State University President Dr. Daniel S. Papp announced a partnership to construct a $16.5 million, 8,300-seat soccer stadium in Kennesaw, Georgia.

The stadium, located on a 21-acre parcel of land, lies between George Busbee Parkway and the I-575 overpass on Big Shanty Road. It will be home to both the Atlanta Beat Women’s Professional Soccer team and the KSU Owls women’s soccer program.

“This stadium will be the only women’s soccer-specific stadium of its kind in the world,” said Beat Owner Johnson. “I think this partnership is a great match between KSU and the Atlanta Beat.”

“This first-class facility is the perfect venue in which to showcase our championship women’s soccer program,” said KSU President Dr. Papp.

Scheduled for completion in Spring 2010, the stadium will host all Atlanta Beat home games for the team’s 2010 inaugural season.

“We are honored and excited to be in the process of building this stadium,” said Beat General Manager Shawn McGee. “Our goal is to make this facility the focus for soccer in the southeast and to take soccer to new level in this area of the country.”

“We certainly hope to host US National Team soccer games, the NCAA College Cup, and international friendlies in addition to all of our WPS games.”

The stadium will function primarily for soccer events with sideline, family section, on-field and suite level seating. However, it also accommodates up to 16,000 patrons as a concert venue.

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Christmas Tree Decorating Contest

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Whether inspired by custom or competition, the tree forest created by the City of Kennesaw’s Christmas Tree Decorating Contest has become part of the spirit of the season. Each year, businesses, organizations, schools and families from Kennesaw and surrounding areas converge near the Depot in downtown Kennesaw to decorate Christmas trees for all to enjoy. Some trees are decorated with a traditional theme, however many offer something new and unique, giving return visitors a treat every year. Trees will be judged on originality, creativity, use of materials and overall presentation. Contest winners will be announced at the Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony on Thursday, December 3 2009.

The City of Kennesaw Parks & Recreation Department will provide each decorating team with one 6′ live Christmas tree, one sign marker and one 110v electrical source (no extension cords will be provided). Decorating teams must provide imaginative and weather resistant ornaments and Christmas lights (colored or white LED outdoor Christmas lights are recommended). Keep in mind that trees may be exposed to various weather conditions, as well as birds, squirrels and other visitors.

The entry fee is $20 per team. Trees must be decorated by Tuesday, December 1 2009. The tree forest will be on display to the public through December 31 2009.

Address:
Near the Depot
2828 Cherokee St.
Kennesaw, GA 30144

For more information, call (770) 422-9714.

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