🌱 Awaken Counseling Is Expanding + Cobb Soccer Academy’s Summer Camp

Hey, friends! Sean Peek here with your Tuesday edition of the East Cobb Patch newsletter, full of everything you need to know about what's happening locally.

But first, your local weather:

• Tuesday: Mostly sunny and breezy. High: 66 Low: 44.
• Wednesday: Breezy in the morning; sunny. High: 66 Low: 45.

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Here are the top three stories today in East Cobb:

1. Awaken Counseling is expanding and moving to a new office in East Cobb. Owner Kristina Murr has been practicing psychotherapy since 2008 and provides counseling for a range of mental health issues for individuals ages 12 and up. Due to an increase in demand, the expansion will help meet the need for face-to-face therapy. The new office is located at 3855 Shallowford Road, Suite 515 in Marietta. (MDJOnline.com)
2. The Cobb Soccer Academy’s Summer Camp sign-ups are now open. The camp will take place from May 30-Jun. 2 at East Cobb Middle School and is open to rising first graders through rising eighth graders. To learn more and sign up, click here. (East Cobb SNOBS via Facebook)
3. Attention East Cobb home seekers: Five additional houses have been listed for sale in the local area. Four and two-bedroom residences are available with a wide range of square footage and asking prices. The most affordable option is a two-bedroom, one-bath, listed at $275,000. On the opposite end is a four-bedroom, three-bath home for $565,000. Click any address on this list to see more photos and details! (East Cobb Patch)

Today and tomorrow in East Cobb:

Tuesday, May 2

• May Wine Events: Piedmont At Stem Wine Bar, Marietta (6:00 PM)
• Taco Tuesday At La Chingada Sports Bar, Marietta (7:00 PM)

Wednesday, May 3

• Athletic/NCAA Night At Wheeler High School (6:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• The Kemp Library’s interactive displays for National Poetry Month in April were a big hit! If you missed it in person, view the displays here. (Cobb County Public Library via Facebook)
• Calling all local musicians and performers: Sign up for the first annual Sewell Mill Talent Showcase! The event is free and will take place on Saturday, May 20, at 1:00 p.m. at Sewell Mill Library and Cultural Center. (Cobb County Public Library via Facebook)
• Many businesses in the East Cobb area are looking for new employees! If you’re looking for full-time, part-time, or temporary work, plenty of employers in the area are hiring. The openings include positions in customer service, sales, truck driving, business services, and more! Pay and benefits vary by company. (East Cobb Patch)

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You're all caught up for today! See you all soon for another update.

— Sean Peek

About me: Sean Peek is a writer and entrepreneur with a degree in English Literature from Weber State University. Over the years, he has worked as a copywriter, editor, SEO specialist, and marketing director for various digital media companies. He currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.