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Guns & Hoses 5K. Photo by Tim Cavender.

FEBRUARY

Through Feb. 10

Entries for the Farm Bureau Middle School Bookmark Contest, depicting some aspect of Georgia agriculture, must be received at the Cherokee County Farm Bureau Office by Feb. 10. The contest is open to all students in sixth, seventh and eighth grade. Prizes include a $75 gift card for the first-place county winner, a $50 gift card for the first-place school winner (in every county school that enters), $159 for the state winner and $100 for 10 district winners. Interested students or teachers should contact the Cherokee County Farm Bureau for an official entry form and contest rules at 770479-1481, ext. 0. If you would like volunteers to pick up your bookmarks, email rcstargel@gfbco.org. 01 Join the Volunteer Extravaganza, 10 a.m.-noon, at the Funk Heritage Center in Waleska. Learn about ways you can support the Funk Heritage Center by joining the team of volunteers and bringing history to the public. RSVP to 770-720-5969 or josiah.wolff@reinhardt.edu.

JANUARY Through Jan. 10

Bring one for the chipper, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., to Olde Rope Mill Park in Woodstock. Trees should be unbound and free of decorations. They will be recycled into mulch or used for fish habitats. www.kgbf.org 08 Shop locally made goods at Maker’s Mash, a pop-up shop featuring local artisans, the second Sunday of the month, 1-6 p.m., at Reformation Brewery in Woodstock. https://visitwoodstockga.com/events 12 An Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group meets at 11 a.m. the second Thursday of each month at Little River Methodist Church in Woodstock. Wheelchair-accessible. 770-926-2495 14 Join a piano master class, presented by the Cherokee Music Teachers Association, 10 a.m. at Reinhardt University’s Falany Performing Arts Center. CMTA students, chosen by audition, will perform and receive coaching. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, email linda@lokey.net. 18 Join Northside Hospital experts for a virtual health presentation every Wednesday at noon. Visit www. northside.com/community-wellness/classes-events for registration. This week, Charlene Wilson will present sustainable lifestyle tips for weight management, how to eat for energy and more.

RECREATION

Cherokee Recreation and Parks Agency

www.playcherokee.org // Recreation Center: 770-9247768, Aquatic Center: 678-880-4760 Jan. 9-Feb. 8

Donations for Project Valentine will be given to Empower Cherokee, a nonprofit that supports people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and can be dropped off at the Rec Center, 7545 Main St., Suite 200, Woodstock. Items include ChapStick, lotion, sticky notes, pens, markers, word searches, art or music activities, sugar-free and regular candy, and holiday-related items. For more details, email jshallman@cherokeega.com.

Feb. 11

The 17th annual Guns & Hoses 5K, a certified race for the Peachtree Qualifier, will benefit Sheriff Frank Reynolds Charities, which raises money to fill needs in the community, and the Goshen Valley Boys Ranch, a nonprofit home for young men in the foster care system. Registration is open; when registering, the runner can select which team (charity) he or she wants to represent.

www.sequoyahregionallibrary.org Fridays in January

Stop by Rose Creek Public Library every Friday in January for a free cup of coffee, 10:30 a.m.-5:45 p.m. Bring your own cup, or use one at the library. Limit one per person. Registration is not required. Jan. 5

Join a hot chocolate tasting at Woodstock Public Library, 3-5 p.m. Various flavors and toppings will be available, as well as cocoa-themed crafts and fun facts. While supplies last. Registration is not required. Jan. 14

Visit Woodstock Public Library for Yoga at the Library, 11 a.m.-noon. Certified yoga instructor Jigna Patel will guide you to a state of total relaxation in this free hourlong session. Bring your own mat. For ages 17 and older. Registration is not required. Jan. 17

All supplies will be provided for the Adult Art Night at Woodstock Public Library, 6-7:30 p.m. Ages 18 and older are welcome. Registration is required. Jan. 24

Adults approaching age 65 can stop by Rose Creek Public Library for a Medicare educational session, 11 a.m.-noon. Registration is not required. Jan. 28

Break out of the book club box and join the Themed Adult Book Club to discuss your book at Woodstock Public Library, 10:30 a.m.-noon. For this month, choose any book set in winter. Registration is not required.

https://bit.ly/3CeUdPf. Contact the school front office for information. Performances are at 7 p.m. Jan. 20-21: “Willy Wonka Jr.” Cherokee High School. Tickets: $7 Jan. 25-28, 30: “Little Shop of Horrors.” River Ridge High School. Tickets: $10 Feb. 3, 4: “Little Mermaid Jr.” Dean Rusk Middle School. There also is a 1 p.m. matinee Feb. 4. Tickets: to be determined. Feb. 9, 10: “Mystery on 13th Street.” Woodstock Middle School students perform at Woodstock High School, 6:30 p.m. Tickets: $5

Falany Performing Arts Center

For tickets, visit www.facebook.com/falanyperformingartscenter. Jan. 5: The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, 8 p.m. Jan. 28: So Good: The Neil Diamond Experience, 3-5 p.m. and 7:30-9:30 p.m. Feb. 3: Hank and My Honky Tonk Heroes, 7:30 p.m. Feb. 10: Shades of Buble: A Three-Man Tribute to Michael Buble, 7:30 p.m.

MadLife Stage & Studios

Events listed are held monthly at 8722 Main St., Woodstock. http://madlifestageandstudios.com. Jan. 24: Live Band Karaoke Featuring You, 7 p.m. Jan. 29: Big Band Jazz, performing the timeless music of Nat King Cole and Natalie Cole, 4 p.m. Feb. 7: Country Dance Night, featuring The Honky Tonkers, 7 p.m. Dance lessons start at 6 p.m.

Woodstock Arts

www.woodstockarts.org Jan. 6-15: “Every Brilliant Thing” is a hilarious, warm, deeply imaginative play that asks the audience to become part of the story. Recommended for ages 10-plus (content). Jan. 20: Beginning at 6 p.m. at the Reeves House, local artists will create a piece of art on the spot that will be raffled off at the end of the night. Jan. 20-29: “The Lightning Thief,” based on the book series by Rick Riordan, features a cast of spectacular teen actors, directed by industry professionals. Recommended for ages 10-plus (content). Jan. 25: The Lasting Laugh is a monthly comedy series that brings in Atlanta-based comedians, with Jessica It’s All Good as the host. Recommended for ages 12-plus (content). Jan. 26: The Woodstock Arts Improv Troupe is ready to get its audiences rolling down the aisles with laughter. Recommended for ages 10-plus (content).