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A Christmas StoryThe Christmas classic film now on stage!

November 19-21 & 28 at 7:30, Nov 22 & 29 at 2:30At the Henry County Performing Arts Center, 37 Lemon Street, McDonough

Tickets in Advance: $12 for Adults, $10 for Senior Citizens and ChildrenBased on the book by Jean Shepherd. This Chrismas classic is the story of 9 year old Ralphie Parker in his quest to get a genuine Red Ryder BB Gun for Christmas. Ralphie pleads his case before his mother, his teacher, and even Santa Claus himself, at Goldblatt’s Department Store. The consistent response: “You’ll shoot your eye out”. All the elements from the movie are here! This production is rated PG

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Happy Holidays and thanks to our readers!Look for great things in 2010!

VISIT US ONLINE! www.abouthenry.comH E N R Y

Financial advice For the holidays

Kirsten R. Fellows, CRPC®, CLTCFinancial Advisor, Business Financial Advisor Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc.830 Eagles Landing Parkway Suite 200Stockbridge, GA 30281-7366Office: 678.284.0531

Traditionally, the holiday season is a time of indul-gences. But this year—in light of declining invest-ment portfolios, sinking house values and a shaky job market—many American consumers will be looking for ways to toast the season without break-ing the bank. Here are some tips to economize: Set proper expectationsIt helps to make sure everybody in your family is onboard with the cost-conscious approach. If you are married, have a frank discussion with your spouse about spending limits. If you have children, make sure they understand that your plans for the holidays will focus on fun that can be had without spending a lot of money. If your children are old enough, you may even use this as an opportunity to explain the fundamentals of household economics and involve them in setting holiday spending priori-ties for the family. Plan aheadTake time to write down a list of possible gifts you hope to purchase for family and friends. Knowing what you want ahead of time may help you avoid making poor decisions and impulse purchases once you hit the stores.Invest time to save moneyThe best deals can be found by shopping around. Check out stores in your area and investigate what’s available online. The emergence of online shopping has made it much easier to do your homework before you buy. Web retailers will help you determine best prices for the products you are looking to purchase. Track your spendingOne of the best ways to keep spending under con-trol is to set a limit. Within your family, this can be on a per-person basis, or you can set a budget that dictates your maximum holiday spending. Once this number is chosen, see if you can come in under budget. Track all of your purchases and be certain

to hold onto receipts. You might also request gift receipts where available and tuck them inside cards or gift boxes. Be smart about gift cardsGift cards have become increasingly popular and more widely available. Make sure you understand the terms of a gift card (such as expiration dates) before making a purchase.Get a jump on the seasonGiven the forecast for below-average consumer spending, many retailers are cautious to avoid stockpiling large inventories this holiday season. If you shop early, you will be more likely to find what you’re looking for at a reasonable price. Conversely, last minute shopping could result in spending more than you planned, particularly if you are determined to buy specific items.And finally…These tips are about gift buying. But rather than making gifts and packages the center of your holiday celebration, try putting more emphasis on spending quality time with family and friends. Encourage games and conversation; you may be surprised to find how little you miss the excesses of years past.This column is for informational purposes only. The information may not be suitable for every situation and should not be relied on without the advice of your tax, legal and/or financial advisors. Neither Ameriprise Financial nor its financial advisors provide tax or legal advice. Consult with qualified tax and legal advisors about your tax and legal situation. This column was prepared by Ameriprise Financial.

Financial planning services and investments offered through Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc., Member FINRA & SIPC. ©2009 Ameriprise Financial, Inc. All rights reserved. File # 91804 (11/09)

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The About Henry Holiday GuideMark your calendar for the upcoming

Holiday Gala Tuesday, December 1, 2009

5 p.m. to 9 p.m.A favorite of all Stockbridge residents, the festivities feature

Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus, Santa’s sleigh guided by his favorite reindeer and the opportunity to have your picture

taken with Santa. The Christmas train, entertainment and refreshments are all part of the occasion.

So don’t miss the fun-filled event that begins the Christmas Season!

Merle Manders Conference Center111 Davis Rd, Stockbridge, GA.

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WE ARE THUNDER 96!We are proud that we were

able to secure a spot in a major international

tournament in Germany in June 2010!

We will represent Henry County and the Atlanta soccer

community in an event that hosts a range of junior

teams from professional soccer clubs from all over Europe.

Our players are working very hard in order to be able to compete against those big names.

Outside of the field we would appreciate all the help we can get. If you want more information about our team and our big adventure

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Free Estate Planning SeminarSaturday Dec 12th 10:00 am

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