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Cobb library beings healthy living series

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Jan 4, 2012

The Cobb Library System is launching “Discover Your Health at the Library,” a healthy living campaign this year for Cobb residents.

The campaign will include monthly presentations and online information on healthy living. The first seminar on the benefits of exercise is scheduled for Jan. 7 at the Central Library in Marietta. Guest speaker will be Amanda Timberlake of Life University. Seminars on healthy eating will be held in February and March.

The presentations are free and open to the public.

Information: www.cobbcat.org/health

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