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Marietta Mardi Gras 5K run

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Looking for the perfect Peachtree Road Race qualifier race? If so, than look no further than the Marietta Square this weekend. Beginning at 8 AM this Saturday, February 11, 2012, make plans to be a part of the Junior League of Cobb-Marietta's 2012 Marietta Mardi Gras 5K run. Although early registration has passed, all those interested in running a 5K, 1K or Tot Trot can still sign up. The cost for the 5K and 1K is now $30 and the fee for the Tot Trot is $15. The proceeds of the race will benefit ongoing community projects of the Junior League of Cobb-Marietta. Racers will receive a colorful short sleeved technical t-shirt and plenty of foods and fluids after the race. Of course, the wonderful fluids will be supplied by Fontis Mountain Spring Water. There will also be awards in a number of different age divisions. For more information contact Gary Jenkins at 678-795-0115 or pacesetr@bellsouth.net or Stephanie Swanson at 404-259-8815 or visit www.marietta5k.com The weather looks like it should be perfect - so make plans now to attend!

Kennesaw Grand Prix Races Announced

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Feeling like 2012 is your year to get fit? Then how about taking a look at this great race schedule being offered by the Kennesaw Grand Prix Race series, and Fontis Water is a proud sponsor. Whether you are looking to run your first ever 5K or break your personal best - we have got several great racea for you. And not only will you be creating a new, healthier you, but you will be helping out the Kennesaw community. The Kennesaw Grand Prix Series is officially announced for 2012, and we can't wait to see you out at least one of these races The Grand Prix series consist of six 5k’s run IN the city, BY the city’s foundations and FOR the city! Complete four of the six races for a special commemorative tshirt and sticker. The six races include: The 3rd Annual Swift Cantrell Classic on Mother’s Day Weekend May 12th benefiting Swift Cantrell Park (Expected runners 1500) The Dream Dash 5k on Father’s Day Weekend June 16th benefiting the Kennesaw Teen Center (Expected runners 1000) The 3rd Annual Run For Wounded Warriors August 4th benefiting the Wounded Warrior Project (Expected runners 2000) The 4th Annual Great Locomotive Chase 5k September 8th benefiting the Southern Museum (Expected runners 1000) The 2nd Annual Garden Gallop October 6th benefiting the Smith Gilbert Garden’s (Expected runners 1000) The 3rd Annual Faith Cline Elf Trot 5k is the series finale and a twilight run December 1st benefiting the Brain Tumor Foundation for Children and put on by the Kennesaw Downtown Development (Expected runners 2000) Join us for one or for all. Help us create a healthier Kennesaw and support our parks and museums while we are doing it! For more information about the races call 770-429-9733 or visit www.kennesawgrandprix.com

Private Label Bottles Complete the Perfect Wedding Reception

Sun, 29 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Recently I had the opportunity to peruse one of the latest wedding magazines. Happily married for more than 20 years, it has been quite some time since I have read one. However, it was interesting to see what the hot trends are in reception take aways. And guess what? One of the hottest trends can be created by Fontis Water! That's right, custom label water bottles commemorating your special day are quite simply the most perfect take away gift around. With a custom label bottled of water you can create whatever message you would like to give your guests. Make it simple or elaborate the choice is yours! Thank your guests for coming or have your name and date of your wedding printed. You can even include a photo! To learn more about our custom label bottling, please visit our website at www.fontiswater.com or call us at 678-494-1981.

So Where Exactly is Blue Ridge?

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT

As you know Fontis Water comes from the mountain springs of Blue Ridge, GA. But how much do you know about this small town in North Georgia? Did you know that Blue Ridge was once considered an elite health resort because of its pure mineral waters? Yes, tourists would ride the train into town, dine downtown and then enjoy a pleasant walk to the mineral springs. Today tourists can still enjoy a train ride and some of the best dining to be found in Georgia. And with Fontis Water, some of the south's best tasting mountain spring water can be delivered straight to your home or office. Blue Ridge was founded in 1886 as a result of the arrival of the Marietta and North Georgia Railroad. Thanks to the railroad, Blue Ridge developed as a center of business and in 1895 the county seat was moved from Morganton to Blue Ridge. At one time the town actually consisted of only five hotels and several boarding houses in downtown Blue Ridge. Now it's the home to lovely shops, elegant dining options, and beautiful resorts and cabins. To learn more about Blue Ridge visit their website at http://blueridgemountains.com

Grab Your Running Shoes for the MLK5K Let Freedom Run

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Join us on MLK Day, January 16, for the MLK5K Let Freedom Run. We are proud to be a water sponsor at this unique event. Race coordinators call this a race that gathers the diverse groups in our beloved Atlanta community to celebrate Martin Luther King Day in the spirit of sisterhood and brotherhood with fellowship and fitness. This 5K walk/run will start and finish at the Shops Around Lenox parking lot. The USATF certified race course and Peachtree Road Race qualifier will circle Lenox Mall and the Buckhead business district. This is a unique event that allows participants to register their school PTA, Church or other organization to receive proceeds from MLKDAY5K. MLK DAY 5K EVENT DETAILS When: January 16th 2012 Where: Shops Around Lenox Parking Lot Time: 9:00 a.m. Drummers will keep the beat as your feet hit the street. Don't miss out on the music and dancing beforehand and post race party immediately after the race! Every race day participant will receive an awesome MLKDay5k T-shirt along with a bag full of goodies and special offers! The top overall male & female runners will receive a pair of Newton Running Shoes! The next 3 male & female runners will receive gift cards and we will have awards for age group winners (10 & under; 11-14; 15-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60 & up) Baby joggers and dogs welcome. *Don't forget to bring your old sneakers to donate to Green Sneakers!

Proud to be Georgia Grown

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Have you ever noticed our Georgia Grown logo on the home page of our website? You can even spot it on our bottled water. It's a logo and association we are proud to be a part of in Georgia. Being a Georgia owned business, our pride runs deep. Georgia's growers and retailers strive to bring you the very best in quality, variety, dependability, and value ... all things we believe in at Fontis. This year you will be seeing a new logo for the campaign and the Georgia Agriculture Department is taking great strides to promote this new logo and the companies that are Georgia Grown! “We talked with many of our top growers and sellers to develop a Georgia Grown logo that will be consumer-attractive but also user friendly,” said Gary W. Black, Georgia Agriculture Commissioner. “Our vision is that the updated Georgia Grown imagery will be omnipresent wherever Georgia food products are being marketed.” At Fontis, we bottle our water from the mountain springs of north Georgia and deliver it straight to your home or office. So take notice of this logo and join us in supporting Georgia Grown businesses. We appreciate your business, and we at Fontis are proud to be Georgia Grown.

How Much Water Should You Drink?

Thu, 29 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMT

Do you really know how much water you should drink to properly hydrate your body? Ask several people, and you will probably get several different answers, but what we do know is your body does need to be hydrated. Whether you are exercising or simply sitting at your desk, drinking enough water is extremely important. And Fontis Water is the perfect choice for your drink of choice. We found this link below to be helpful in calculating how much water you should be drinking each day. It is only an estimate, but we think you might find it helpful as you begin the New Year. http://www.bottledwater.org/hydration-calculator And when you are ready for home delivery, Fontis Water is here for you.

Fontis Supports Cobb Christmas

Tue, 27 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMT

What an incredible holiday season it was at Fontis ... not just because of our great customers, but because of what we were able to do in the community. One special event we were able to be a part of was Cobb Christmas. Cobb Christmas is a non-profit, non-denominational organization, dedicated to helping the low-income and working-poor families of Cobb County during the holiday season. Their organization is run 100% by volunteers, allowing them to invest the majority of funds they raise each year directly into their client services. Each December for one week Cobb Christmas takes over the exhibition halls at Jim Miller Park to organize and distribute all of the collected, donated and purchased food, stockings and toys to their registered client families. Each year nearly 400 volunteers show up to successfully execute this event. This year, Fontis Water was a part of this awesome event. It was our honor to be a part of such an incredible act of giving. To all the volunteers who make Cobb Christmas happen, we say thank you! To learn more about Cobb Christmas visit their website at www.cobbchristmas.net

Happy Holidays from Fontis Water and A Great Big Thank You

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMT

As the holidays draw closer and the year draws to an end, we at Fontis want to say thank you to all those who have supported us. This includes not only our wonderful customers, but also our incredible staff. From the office staff to route drivers to our sales force - this year could not have been a success without each and everyone of them. To you our customers we say thank you for your continued support and your referrals to friends and families. We know without you, we would not be the successful company we are today. We look forward to 2012 and the exciting things we have planned. Stay tuned for exciting events and locations where you can find us throughout the year. Thanks for all you do and Happy Holidays from Fontis!

Fontis Water Involved in the Community

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMT

Whether donating water to a road race or being a sponsor for the North Georgia State Fair, Fontis Water takes pride in being involved in the community. Just this week we were the water of choice at a special event at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Marietta. Owner Jamie Carroll is thankful for the successful business he has grown in the metro Atlanta area and does what he can to give back to the community. He is active not only with area associations, but also with local schools, youth organizations, sporting teams and businesses. Runners in the area look forward to a refreshing bottle of water as they cross a finish line as much as an attendee of the Taste of Kennesaw does! This idea of community involvement goes back to the purpose for which Fontis Water was founded for in June 2003: to deliver Georgia’s best, most preferred natural spring water to families and businesses with an unmatched devotion to customer service. To find out where Fontis will be, make sure you check out this link http://www.fontiswater.com/company-events. We hope to see you there!