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October 2014

Volume 1, Issue 12

16 Fall Festivals and More!

Follow our guide for fall family fun.

18 100 Percent Cotton

An unsightly insect influences Woodstockâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s history.

30 Keeping Life Simple

Letting go of the pressure to be the perfect mom.

32 Elm Street Cultural Arts Village

Fairy tales can come true.

37 Never Give Up

Coach learns valuable life lesson from his young player.

40 High School Football

Fall football games are in full swing.

49 Early Detection is Key

Women encouraged to start mammograms at age 40.

32 Contributing Writers

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Kris McKeeth

Restaurant Guide

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Matt Neal

Everyday Angels

Dr. Scott Harden

Shirley Pahl

School News

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Jodi Tiberio

Faith 52

Beth Hermes

Tim Timmons

Jim & Christy Imbriale

Lynne Watts

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AROUND WOODSTOCK The People, The Places and The Pleasures that make Woodstock BY CANDI HANNIGAN

What’s New Reformation Brewery has opened the Keeping Room to the community. Designed to be a place of refuge, retreat, and relaxation while cultivating relationships, the Keeping Room also features free brewery tours and complimentary beer tastings. Souvenir glassware is available and you take it home after enjoying beer samples. The Candi Hannigan is the brewery is at 500 Arnold Mill Rd. executive editor of Around Check Facebook for times and Woodstock. She has lived in Cherokee County for 25 dates of special events. years. Send your comments Mathnasium has opened at or questions to Candi@ 2265 Towne Lake Parkway, Suite AroundAboutMagazines.com 102, in Woodstock, next to Panera Bread. Mathnasium is a math learning center that helps kids in grades two through 12 reach their potential in math by teaching in a way that makes sense to them. For more than a decade using the Mathnasium MethodTM , instructors focus exclusively on teaching math using the time-tested curriculum customized to each child’s individual needs. (678) 214-5544. www.mathnasium.com. Jeff Arnold has opened a franchise of The Grout Doctor, serving Canton, Woodstock, Kennesaw, Acworth and Marietta. The Grout Doctor, part of a nationwide company with locations in 35 states, cleans and reseals group, recaulks tiles and performs tile repairs. (770) 377-4432. MaThCliX MaTh Learning CenTer is open at 1105 Parkside Lane, Suite 1324, Woodstock 30189. Tracy Lynn Porter, founder and director, has a B.S. and M.A.T. in Mathematics, is a GA Certified, Gifted Endorsed Teacher for grades 7-12, and currently teaches at Kennesaw State University in the math department. MaThCliX serves students of all ages in all areas of math through an open math lab, private tutoring, test prep courses, homeschool support, and various workshops. (770) 852-0314. info@mathclix.com. www.mathclix.com.

of experience in leading and participating in many local charity, school and church activities. She and husband James live in Woodstock with their four children.

What’s Coming Merrill Gardens, a senior housing community, is being built at 12730 Hwy. 92 in Woodstock, in the vicinity of WalMart just past the Trickum Road intersection. The 133,000-square-foot assisted living center will have 130 units. For more information www.merrillgardens.com.

What’s Closing The story of Pennybag Emporium has a happy ending - for owner Penny Ellis, anyway. Penny is retiring and will close the store by the end of October. While downtown shoppers will miss being able to shop at Pennybag Emporium, Penny is looking foward to retirement, traveling to visit family and friends, and enjoying the downtown area as a consumer rather than a business owner. “I’ve enjoyed the people of Woodstock and have felt like it’s been my second home for the last six years,” said Penny. “I’ve made a lot of good friends. I’m very happy to have been part of the development of the area, and look forward to continue to participate in Woodstock’s activities and enjoy the restaurants.” Penny will be offering discounts - at least 50 percent - on her merchandise, furniture, clothing and fixtures. The store is at 8600 Main St. (678) 401-7637.

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Kris McKeeth is very active in the Woodstock community and Cherokee County schools. She has more than 20 years experience in real estate; her firm, The Premier Group Keller Williams Realty, is on Main Street in Woodstock. Kris has an extensive background with Keller Williams Realty, serving as operating partner for multiple offices to include Keller Williams Realty Partners, Keller Williams Realty North West, and Keller Williams Realty Atlanta West. Kris, husband Ted and their four children attend Good Shepherd Lutheran Church. Darleen Prem is a photography artist specializing in natural light portrait photography, and she enjoys working dog, pet and family photography. Darleen learned her craft from her late father, who served as a NAVY photographer. Darleen’s studio is in downtown Woodstock, where she spends much of her time photographing local events for the city of Woodstock, and serves as the official “unofficial” photographer for both the Woodstock fire and police departments. She volunteers for many local community charities and is the proud mom of an Army Military Police Officer serving overseas. Ross Wiseman is a father of four, the husband of one, and a pastor and friend to many. He has served as the founding and current pastor of Momentum Church since 2005. The joys and struggles of over 21 years of ministry and 19 years of marriage have given Ross a broad perspective of the human condition. With humor and subtle depth, Ross loves to challenge, inspire and instruct people in what it takes for better living, loving, and laughter. ross@momentumchurch.tv. Beth Hermes is a graduate of Auburn University’s School of Journalism, and a professional writer for more than 26 years. Her work has appeared in magazines, newspapers and online publications. She also has created award-winning marketing campaigns for corporations and non-profit organizations. beth@eirismarketing.com Suzanne Litrel is a Young Adult historical fiction author and doctoral student in GSU’s graduate history program. Suzanne resides with her family in downtown Woodstock, which she is very happy to call home. slitrel@aol.com.

Executive Editor Candi Hannigan Candi@AroundAboutLocalMedia.com (770) 615-3309 Art Director Michelle McCulloch Michelle@AroundAboutMagazines.com (770) 615-3307 Assistant Editor Jackie Loudin Jackie@AroundAboutMagazines.com (770) 615-3318 Marketing Support Associate Christie Deese Christie@AroundAboutMagazines.com (770) 615-3324 Around Woodstock, a publication of AroundAbout Local Media, Inc., is a monthly community magazine. The magazine’s goal is to build a sense of community and pride in Woodstock and surrounding area by providing its residents with positive stories and timely information. It distributes a total of 16,300 free copies. Approximately 15,000 are direct mailed to homes and businesses and an additional 1,300 are placed in racks around the community. See page 61 for a distribution map. Around Woodstock also has many digital viewers of the magazine online each month. Around Woodstock welcomes your comments, stories, and advertisements. The deadline is the 5th of the previous month. Subscriptions are available for $24 per year. Send check or money order to the address below. The viewpoints of the advertisers, columnists and submissions are not necessarily those of the editor/ publisher and the publisher makes no claims as to the validity of any charitable organizations mentioned. Around Woodstock is not responsible for errors or omissions. No part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means without written permission from the publisher. All rights reserved. © Copyright 2014.

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YOUR LOCAL NEWS Dance Students Win Regionals Students from Dance & Music Academy (www. woodstockdance.com) competed in their first regional dance competition with Kids Artistic Revue. They won the highest award in each category they entered as well as a Judges’ Choice Award and invitations to The New York City Dance Experience. Students are (top row, from left): Lindsey N., Julianna R., Katie S., Samantha K, Kiley P, Avery H. and Kylie D. Middle row: Kaia K., Livy S., Brooklyn W., Sarah D. and Annabeth A. Bottom row: Reese G., Wendy B., Tegan H., Kaitlyn M., Gracie F., Amelia D. and Makenzie B.

Drive By Flu Shots Available Flu vaccines will be available in a drive-by clinic offered 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Oct. 7 at the Woodstock Health Center: 7545 North Main St. Call (770) 928-0133 or (770) 345-7371 for details. The quadrivalent flu vaccine protects against four different strains of flu, including two influenza A viruses and two influenza B viruses. Also, Fluzone High-Dose influenza vaccine will be available to people ages 65 and older. Fluzone High-Dose influenza vaccine contains four times the amount of antigen (the

part of the vaccine that prompts the body to make antibodies) contained in regular flu vaccine to provide extra protection for people whose immune systems have become weaker with age. The quadrivalent flu shot will cost $25, the Fluzone High-Dose flu shot will be $50. Cash, checks, Medicare and Medicaid, Aetna and BlueCross BlueShield Health Insurance will be accepted. The Cherokee County Health Department will also accept credit cards.

Northside Cherokee Donates Life-Saving Equipment personnel. Voice prompts Parents of Cherokee County and visual displays guide the students can have peace of user through the process, mind in knowing that their while the computerized children’s schools are now device accurately assesses equipped to provide the mosttimely response in treating the cardiac state of victims of cardiac arrest. the patient, makes an Northside Hospital-Cherokee appropriate therapy decision has donated Automatic and administers electric External Defibrillators (AEDs) shock, if needed, in order to the last six schools in to restore the heart to its natural rhythm. Cherokee County that did not “Such a device will make already have them: Johnston our campus so much safer, Elementary, Boston Elementary Oak Grove Elementary School Fine Arts Academy is one of the schools to receive an AED through the donation from Northside Hospital-Cherokee. From left, not only for our students and Little River Preschool in Cherokee school district Lead School Nurse Rita Parmenter; Oak Grove Elementary but also for the many guests Woodstock, Ralph Bunche School nurse Vicki McGill; Northside Hospital-Cherokee Marketing and Community Preschool in Canton, and Oak Relations representative Donnie Henriques; School District Lead School Nurse Gwen we have for special events,” Chambers; and Oak Grove Elementary School Assistant Principal Courtney Shaw. said Les Conley, principal Grove Elementary and Oak of Oak Grove Elementary. Grove Preschool in Acworth. “As a Title I school, it is challenging to raise sufficient funds for such Northside Hospital-Cherokee recognizes the importance of a purchase. The generosity of Northside Cherokee will make the stopping sudden cardiac death. According to the American Heart Grove a safer and happier place.” Association, approximately 360,000 out-of-hospital sudden cardiac Northside Hospital-Cherokee has been a partner in education arrests are reported each year in the United States. AEDs available with the Cherokee County School District for more than 10 years. on the market today are safe and simple to use by non-medical 8

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YOUR LOCAL NEWS Mayor’s Recycling Winners Announced The city of Waleska for the third The Cherokee County Chamber of consecutive year collected the most Commerce Going Green Committee recycling per capita with has concluded the third annual 138.4 pounds per resident, as Mayor’s Recycling Challenge event, determined based on 2013 U.S. which challenged cities in Cherokee Census population estimates. County to encourage their residents Additional per capita totals included to recycle during June and July. city of Ball Ground - 73.5 pounds/ The winning city for total pounds resident, city of Woodstock - 13.9 recycled, as well as the winning pounds/resident, city of Nelson with city for most pounds collected per 8.2 pounds/resident, city of Canton – capita, were announced during the 6.6 pounds/resident and City of Holly Chamber’s September Good Morning Cherokee breakfast meeting. City of Woodstock Mayor Donnie Henriques (center) accepts the Springs – 6.3 pounds/resident. Mayor’s Challenge award from Chamber Chairman Lewis Cline, The mission of the Chamber’s North Metro Waste and Waste Bank of North Georgia (l) and Going Green Chairman Vic Knight, Going Green initiative is to Management partnered with the Waste Management. encourage the community to Chamber on this event. implement green practices that The city of Woodstock collected the most recycling, totalling 374,322 pounds, followed by city of Canton conserve community resources while helping businesses thrive. To learn more about the Chamber’s Going Green efforts, or - 158,622 pounds, Ball Ground - 109,000 pounds, Waleska – 96,760 pounds, Holly Springs - 61,660 pounds, and Nelson - 10,820 pounds. to participate in upcoming events, visit the Chamber at www. cherokeechamber.com or contact the Chamber at (770) 345The combined total collected by all the cities was 811,184 pounds, which is a three percent increase over last year. 0400 or Programs@CherokeeChamber.com.

Little River Clean-Up

Dog Days of Summer, With a Twist

A community-wide cleanup of Little River is planned for 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Oct. 11 at Olde Rope Mill Park, 690 Rope Mill Rd. Local residents can join Rivers Alive, Cherokee County Water and Sewerage Authority, the city of Woodstock, the city of Holly Springs, and the Upper Etowah River Alliance in cleaning up the Little River. Suggested items to bring include old shoes, clothes that you can get dirty or wet, and heavy work gloves. There is a limited supply of Rivers Alive 2014 T-shirts available. Breakfast and coffee as well as snacks and water throughout the day will be provided. Bring your own water bottle. Lunch will be provided for volunteers at the end of the clean-up. For more information, contact Lori Forrester, CCWSA Environmental Affairs Specialist, at 770-479-1813 Ext. 246 or lori.forrester@ccwsa.com.

The Cherokee County Aquatic Center is holding an end-ofseason canine open swim, noon-4 p.m. Oct. 5. Center officials ask that owners bring no more than two dogs, and show proof of distemper, parvo and rabies vaccinations. All dogs must be spayed or neutered and owners may not swim with their dogs - this event is only for the dogs. Unruly dogs will be asked to leave, and owners must clean up after their dogs. Female dogs in heat will not be allowed. Cost is $5 per dog. The aquatic center is at 1200 Gresham Mill Pkwy., Holly Springs. www.crpa.net.

Off Broadway Children’s Theatre The Off Broadway Children’s Theatre has announced a Saturday morning children’s series of shows perfect for preschoolers and toddlers. The 45-minute shows will showcase a variety of local magicians, puppeteers, storytellers and musicians and will offer interactive activities for the kids to join. Cost is $7 for ages four and older, free for ages three and younger. Shows are held at the Studio Theatre at Off Broadway, 12315 Crabapple Road, Suite 122. Tickets can be purchased by calling (770) 664-2410 or by emailing offbroadway@msn.com for more information. www.offbroadwaydance.com. 10

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Annual Book Sale at Rose Creek Library Friends of Cherokee County Public Libraries will be hosting its Rose Creek Public Library book sale starting with a Friends’ members preview sale 3-5:30 p.m. Oct. 15. The sale is open to the public noon-7:30 p.m. Oct. 16, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Oct. 17 and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Oct. 18. Fiction and non-fiction paperback and hardback books, children’s books, DVDs, CDs, books on tape, and VHS tapes will be for sale. Prices for fiction and non-fiction paperback books are $1 and $2 for hardback books. Newer hardback books start at $3. Friends of Cherokee County Public Libraries, Inc. is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization and is associated with the Sequoyah Regional Library System. Memberships in the Friends start at $15.00. Proceeds will be used to purchase children’s books and media for the library.

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Happy Birthday!

Luke Pietrcollo Age 1 on Oct. 24 Happy Birthday, Lukey! We love you! Mama, Daddy and Louie

Dylan Bradford 15 on Sept. 27 Katelin Bradford Green 25 on Oct. 6 Bethany Bradford 22 on Sept. 30

Jordan Griggs Happy Birthday to my wonderful, now embarrassed, husband! Love you, Brittany

Cameron Willett Happy 5th Birthday, Cam! We are so proud of the little man you have become. Love you with all our hearts! Love, Mommy and Daddy (and Stax!)

MJ Sousa Happy 2nd Birthday MJ! We love you so much! Love: Mom, Dad, Mikey and Alyssa

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Realtor Tips for First-Time Home Buyers SUBMITTED BY THE PREMIER GROUP – KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY

Buying a first home is exciting, exhilarating, and yes, a little daunting. It’s a huge investment and there are plenty of ways to go astray during the process. However, it can be a successful experience if you follow these suggestions. Know what you can afford Before you start your home search, it’s important to know how much house you can afford - and that’s not a question that can be easily answered by an online mortgage calculator. In addition to the actual mortgage payments, you need to factor in the cost of maintenance, lawn care, local taxes, homeowners insurance, possible homeowners’ association fees and repairs (both emergency and routine). It’s important to have a realistic grasp on your finances in order to know how much house you can really afford. Get pre-approved for a loan While a trip to the bank may not be as fun as searching for your new home, getting pre-qualified for a mortgage is a great way to know the price range of homes you should be looking at. This will potentially save you the heartache of your Realtor showing you a selection of beautiful homes, only to discover that you are not a qualified buyer for the home you have fallen in love with. Have a safety net First time home buyers are often tempted to spend their entire savings on the down payment in order to avoid paying mortgage insurance. This is a misguided approach because those homeowners are then left with nothing in reserve in case of the aforementioned homeowner expenses or other curveballs life may throw at them. Financial experts recommend you have anywhere from three to six months of savings for life’s unforeseen circumstances. Consider long-term needs Do you have or are you planning a family? Will you be taking care of elderly relatives? You might be planning to live in your first home for only a few years. In that case, who is your target audience when it comes time to sell the house? Should you consider school districts? Will you want to live in a neighborhood with a homeowners’ association? These are just a few things to consider when purchasing a new home. Buying your first home is a big step and the process can feel overwhelming at times. Good planning can help make the experience memorable and enjoyable. Remember to set a budget, visit your local banker to help you through the prequalification process, keep your savings intact for that proverbial rainy day and think about your family’s future needs where your home is concerned. These are just a few recommendations that can help the first-time buyer find his or her “home sweet home.” AROUND WOODSTOCK | October 2014

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Back in the 90s, I had the privilege of working with the Curtain Call Youth Players (CCYP) in Marietta. I was directing young people in a hilarious production of “The Mouse That Roared.” I learned so much from CCYP during that show and others that I was asked to direct for them. Everything was done by volunteers and they were incredibly organized, thanks to the leadership of the amazing Jan G. Lora Grooms is the Cofield, the board president. director for the Elm Street Jan’s teenage son, Park, was Cultural Arts Village. part of “Mouse” and at least She has been teaching, one other show I directed. He writing, directing and was a naturally talented actor performing in the Atlanta area since 1990. You can who went on to write a script reach her at director@ with another teen I’d worked elmstreetarts.org with from CCYP, Jason Jenkins. They singlehandedly produced their play at a tiny 50-seat space called the Square Globe Theater. It was very clever and featured the works of Edgar Allen Poe but in a way I’d never seen before spooky yet funny! Fast forward to the spring of 2014 and planning our next season. For some reason, their play popped into my mind and I reached out to Park to see if it was available for our annual Ghost Tales and Trails. Luckily, “The POE Project or Corn on the Macabre” was still in existence and Park and Jason were happy to let us use their script. Soon after we spoke, Park was in town visiting his family. He now lives and works in Los Angeles with his beautiful wife Katie. I was able to walk him around the Elm Street Event Green, Trail and Woodland Walk so he could get a feel for the settings for each scene. He realized the script would need to be adapted to suit our needs and after consulting with Jason, they decided to do the rewrites so it would work for our unique purpose and location. We’re so thrilled to feature a great author of classic American literature with a fresh approach for this year’s Ghost Tales, and to premiere in Cherokee County a new play by some very talented local writers. “POE” runs Oct. 23-25 from 6-10 p.m. with tours leaving every 20 minutes from the corner of Market and Elm streets. All seats are $10 and may be purchased online at elmstreetarts.org or for $12 Park Cofield and Jason Jenkins at the door. See you there!

Ghostly Encounters BY LYNNE WATTS

October is the month of brilliant fall foliage, juicy red apples, harvest gold pumpkins and … scary ghosts! With Halloween coming up at the end of the month, why not check out the many local ghost tours available? Sure to educate and entertain, they are filled with historical facts, creepy cemetery visits and perhaps even an encounter or two with someone from the spirit world. Lynne Watts is an author, Downtown Atlanta hosts speaker, coach, mom and the popular Spirit of Oakland counselor for Cherokee County schools. Follow her at Cemetery Tours throughout http://acalledwoman.com/, October. Visitors can meet http://lynnewatts.com and author Margaret Mitchell, http://wyatthewonderdog.com. golfer Bobby Jones and other famous eternal residents of the cemetery. Follow the winding paths lit by candlelight and flashlight to see elaborate mausoleums, stunning sculptures and elegant tombstone inscriptions that speak of another age. Costumed characters share the history of the cemetery. oaklandcemetery.com/events.

Marietta Ghost Tours offers two types of tours. One is a 90-minute lantern-led historic street tour guided by talented costumed storytellers. Many of the knowledgeable and entertaining guides are actively involved in paranormal investigation teams when they aren’t hosting tours. The Scaryetta Trolley ride lasts 90 minutes and includes visits to three cemeteries. A visitor from the spirit world, Lucy, the Lady in Black, has been known to join the tour, so be sure to bring a camera. ghostsofmarietta.com. Elm Street Cultural Arts Center will host Ghost Tales and Trails, Oct. 23-25. Join costumed characters on the center’s four-acre property in downtown Woodstock, where guides will treat guests to their interpretation of the work of Edgar Allen Poe. www.elmstreetarts.org. Roswell Ghost Tours offers a trip through the historic picturesque town led by paranormal investigators rather than actors in costumes. This two-and-a-half-hour venture leads you through Roswell’s historic district visiting the Founders Cemetery, Greek revival mansions and humble mill worker’s apartments. All have been the site of paranormal activity and while they don’t promise anything will happen, don’t be surprised if you feel a cold draft or the brush of a spirit passing by. It promises to be an educational and enlightening experience. roswellghosttour.com.

The Start of the Busy Season BY MATT NEAL

Matt Neal is a freelance writer who has lived in Woodstock with his wife since 1999. He has a daughter who turns shoeboxes into dollhouses, a son who fights those stealthy ninjas, and a wife, Diane, who provides patience, compassion and a kick in the pants when needed. mattnealwriter@yahoo.com

October is my month. It’s the crisp, fall leaves, howling good time, spooky creepiness, crazy decorating, camping, hiking, candy-filled, costumy, fullmoonish type of month that I just love. But it’s also the start of the busy season. The busy season actually starts mid September, when Cherokee County schools let out for a week. I used to take my family out of town that week. We left feeling the hot mugginess of summer, and returned to the cool, dry air of fall. From the instant school lets out September 12 until January 2, life is hectic and fun-filled. Every organization, club, or group of friends has to have their own party or get together. From turkey filled family reunions to scouting Trunk-or-Treats to fall festivals to Halloween parties

“From the instant school lets out September 12 until January 2, life is hectic and fun-filled.” to Christmas parties to holiday shopping and everything in between, there is not usually a free weekend to be seen. October has a special place in my heart because it allows my slightly-more-ghoulish side to come out. My yard morphs into a haunted house complete with flying ghosts and pirate cemetery. For inside decorating, I spend my nights creating a fantastical tiny Halloween village to intrude on my wife’s living room. When my kids were toddlers, trick-or-treating was a family affair. We would put the obligatory pumpkin outfit on my them and carry them from house to house, showing them off like a prize pony. But now they are at the age where they want to go with their friends. Little do they realize that mom and dad are going to walk them up and down the street collecting candy every Halloween until they go off to college. The pumpkin outfit is a little tight; maybe I can let the seams out and put my 6th grader in it. AROUND WOODSTOCK | October 2014

FALL FESTIVALS Oct. 4

11th annual Autumn Fest in Holly Springs, at Barrett Park, 120 Park Lane. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. with arts and crafts vendors, inflatables, pumpkin painting, seed-spitting contest. Live entertainment begins at 11 a.m. featuring Aspen Countryman at 11 a.m., Alligator Hata Band 3-5 p.m. Shuttle will run from Holly Springs Elementary to the park. For info, contact Erin Honea at (770) 721-7506 or ehonea@ hollyspringsga.us. www.hollyspringsga.us/autumnfest.

Oct. 11

Harvest Fest Bazaar and Barbecue, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Trinity Presbyterian Church, 1136 Trinity Church Rd., Free Home community. Featuring artisans, horseback riding, games, live music and other free children’s activities. BBQ or hamburger plate meal/ raffle ticket for $5 or a donation. Proceeds benefit local charities. www.trinity-presbyterian-church.org. Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 1208 Rose Creek Blvd., Woodstock. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. featuring handcrafted items, rock climbing wall, inflatables, free games and activities for children. Live music. Hot dogs, chili, baked goods for sale. Proceeds benefit the Cherokee Family Violence Center and Give a Kid a Chance. (770) 924-7286. www.gslutheran.org. The Great Pumpkin Carving Contest at the Canton Farmers Market. Bring your pumpkin for a chance to win a first-place prize of $30 in Downtown Dollars or second place $20 in Downtown Dollars. Judging begins at 11 a.m. in the gazebo in Cannon Park.

Oct. 17

Sixes Elementary School, 20 Ridge Road, Canton. 5-9 p.m. with cake walk, carnival games, bounce houses, pumpkin auction, face painting, pie throwing and more. Food vendors will be Shanes, Marcos, empanadas and Kona Ice. Purchase tickets at the door. Towne Lake Community Church, 132 North Medical Pkwy. Starts at 6:30 p.m. with games, hayrides, face painting, cake walk, bounce house, prizes and food. www.tlcchurch.com.

Oct. 19

Oktoberfest: 4 p.m. at BridgeMill Golf Club with special guest Herman Cain, WSB radio talk show host. Also appearances by Gov. Sonny Perdue and U.S. Senate candidate David Perdue. A skydiving expedition will open the event, which includes face painting, live music, food and beer. (678) 520-2236. www.RWCCGA.com

Oct. 25

Founders Day/Fall Festival: 4-8 p.m. at Field’s Chapel United Methodist Church, 1331 Fields Chapel Road, Canton. Events include Bible stories, hayrides, and booths with games and candy prizes. Awards will be given to the best 1820s costume, carved 16

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pumpkin and scarecrow/Bible characters. www.fieldschapel.org. Main Street Fall Festival and Inferno Chili Cook-Off will be 10 a.m.-6 p.m. in downtown Canton at the last farmers market of the season with trick or treating, live music, and scarecrow and costume contests. It’s free to enter the chili cook-off, which begins at 1 p.m. Tasting tickets are $5 and $10, and will determine the People’s Choice Award. For more info, call Meghan Griffin at (770) 704-1548.

Oct. 26

Mountain Road Elementary, 615 Mountain Road, Woodstock: 2-5 p.m. with inflatables, cake walk, games, prizes, pumpkin patch, cotton candy, sno cones and more. For info, email MREFallFestival@gmail.com Trunk or Treat at Bascomb United Methodist Church, 2295 Bascomb Carmel Road, Woodstock. 4-7 p.m. in the church parking lot. Free and open to the community. www.bascombchurch.org.

Oct. 31

Woodstock Christian Church, 770 Hwy. 92. 6:30-8 p.m. with food, games, inflatables, face painting, live music and candy for the children. www.woodstockchristian.org.

Pumpkin Patches Berry Patch Farms, 786 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock, is open 10 a.m.-7 p.m. weekends through Oct. 27, 3:30-7 p.m. weekdays through Oct. 30. Group reservations available before 3:30 p.m. weekdays. (770) 926-0561. www.berrypatchfarms.net. Big Springs Farms, 2100 Sugar Pike Road (Hickory Flat community), Woodstock, open 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Fridays-Sundays through October. www.bigspringsfarms.com Burt’s Farm, 5 Burt’s Farm Road, Dawsonville 30534 is open 9 a.m.-6 p.m. through Oct. 30, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Oct. 31-Nov. 10. Hayrides 10 a.m.-5 p.m. daily through Nov. 10. (706) 265-3701. www.burtsfarm.com. Cagle’s Family Farm, open through Nov. 14, has more than three miles of paths, farm tours, corn MAZE, farm food, bonfire, food concessions. www.caglesfamilyfarm.com.

OCTOBER CALENDAR Through Oct. 28

Farmers Market: 8:30 a.m.-noon Saturdays on Market Street, between Mill and Maple streets (parallel to Main Street). Also, 4:30-8 p.m. Tuesdays at The Outlet Shoppes at Atlanta. (770) 924-0406.

Ongoing

Book Signings and More: at FoxTale Book Shoppe, 105 E. Main St. 6:30 pm Oct. 1: Francine Bryson, “Blue Ribbon Baking from a Redneck Kitchen” 6:30 p.m. Oct. 9: Erika Marks, Kim Boykin and Barbara Davis 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Oct. 11: Star Wars Reads Day 2 p.m. Oct. 11: Jeff High, “Each Shining Hour” 6:30 p.m. Oct. 14: Danielle Walker, “Against All Grain (Gluten-Free)” 6:30 p.m. Oct. 16: FoxTalk Book Club discussing “Sweetwater Blues” by Raymond Atkins 7 p.m. Oct 17: Callista and Newt Gingrich, “Sea to Shining Sea” Cooking classes: Leaning Ladder Premium Olive Oils and Vinegars, 103 East Main St. All events are 7-9 p.m. Costs average $25-50 depending on menu. RSVP (678) 401-2609. leaningladderoliveoil.com. Oct. 9: Roaring 20s, part 1 with Chef Melissa Oct. 11: Greek Chicken with Chef Alan Oct. 13: Kids Baking Series - Mini cupcakes Oct. 17: Wine Education Class

Oct. 3

Friday Night Live – Oktoberfest: 6–9 p.m. downtown Woodstock. Merchants will stay open late and live music will be featured on the sidewalks around downtown. For every $10 you spend at a downtown business during Friday Night Live can enter you into a drawing for a $100 Downtown Dollars Gift Certificate. Bring your receipt for any purchase made at a Downtown business during the event to the Woodstock Visitors Center to enter the contest

Oct. 4, 11, 18, 25

Brewery Tours and Beer Tastings: 2-4 p.m. at Reformation Brewery Tour & Tasting, 500 Arnold Mill Way. Free brewery tours and complimentary beer tastings. Souvenir glassware available. Carpooling, cabs and designated drivers are encouraged. Parking and space are limited. Must be 21 to sample beers. For more info, visit www.reformationbrewery.com.

The next Downtown Buzz meeting will be Friday, Oct. 26 at 8 a.m. at the Chambers at City Center. The sponsor will be Chattahoochee Technical College.

Oct. 4

In Cherokee County

Ninth Annual Touch-A-Truck: 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. at the Cherokee County Fire Training Facility, 3985 Holly Springs Pkwy., Holly Springs. Free event for all ages. Come explore the many vehicles onsite: fire truck, police car, ambulance, motorcycles, race car, dump truck, recycling truck, trolley and more. For more information contact Kate Borden at kborden@cherokeega.com. Cancer Killers Makeover: 1-4 p.m. at Life Church, 224 Brown Industrial

Parkway, Suite 103A, Canton. The health makeover will address cancer prevention, lifestyle adjustments, discussion on treatments. Sponsored by Moss Family Chiropractic. mossfamilywellness.com. ZombieFest: 5-9 p.m. in downtown Canton. Multiple events are part of this fundraiser for Cherokee FOCUS: a 5K Zombie Run at Hobgood Park in Woodstock on Oct. 3. Zombie Motorcycle Ride sponsored by K-otic Kustoms, and a “Zombie Response Vehicle” show sponsored by Jasper Jeep Hut. $5 per person entry fee to event. Those that participate in the run, ride, or car show will be given a wristband for entry. For details, visit cherokeefocus.org.

Oct. 8

Chamber Knockdown Bowling Tournament: 6-8 p.m. at Cherokee Lanes, 1149 Marietta Highway, Canton. $130 per team, includes food and bowling for four players. 5:30 p.m. registration and warm-up. Spectator ticket $10. Register by Oct. 6 to Gini@CherokeeChamber.com or call (770) 345-0400. Women for Perdue Luncheon 11:30 am. at Featherstones at BridgeMill. Limited seating. Call (678) 520-2236. rwccga.com.

Oct. 10 & 11

Garage Sale: 8 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Woodlands subdivision, on Hwy 92 about a mile east of Trickum Road.

Oct. 11

Electronics Recycling Day: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at Cherokee Administrative Center, 1130 Bluffs Pkwy., Canton. Many electronic items accepted at no charge, such as: personal computers, keyboards, printers, laptops, phones, cell phones, microwaves, etc. Chargeable items are televisions and CRT monitors, $10 each, and large projection televisions, $25. Items not accepted include: wooden cabinet television sets, alkaline batteries, gas powered equipment, household trash and tires. For more information, call (770)426-1700.

Oct. 12

Cherokee Music Teachers Association Meeting: 10 a.m. meeting, 10:30 a.m. presentation by Dr Paula Thomas-Lee on student motivation. Will be held at Reinhardt University’s Falany Performing Arts Center. Free. For more info call (770) 720-1701 or email linda@lokey.net.

Oct. 18

Cherokee County Voices from the Civil War: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Historic Marble Courthouse, 100 North St. Museum Event. Everyday Life: Demonstrations of the Tools and Skills for Everyday Living. Hosted by The Civil War Sesquicentennial Committee to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the Atlanta Campaign. Fire and Ice Fall Ball: Sponsored by the Cherokee Arts Center, 7-11 p.m. at the Rock Barn for hors d’oeuvres, dancing and silent auction. Ticket prices range from $50 to $90 in advance. Proceeds benefit the arts center. For tickets, call (770) 704-6244.

Oct. 19

EWGA Atlanta Chapter Golf Championship: 1 p.m. shotgun start at Woodmont Golf Club, 3105 Gaddis Road, Canton. Open to EWGA members and guests. Prize awarded to the best dressed golfer. Sponsored by Lance Layson, The Piedmont Group. EWGAtlanta is the Atlanta chapter of EWGA, an international membership organization focused on connecting women to learn, play and enjoy golf for business and fun. For more info, contact Kelly Grant ewgatlanta@gmail.com or (404) 281-3210.

Oct. 25

Shallow Grave Ride Charity Motorcycle Ride: On-site registration begins at 10 a.m. Ride begins at 11:30 a.m. at K-otic Kustoms located off Bells Ferry Road. $25.00 per bike and all proceeds from this ride will benefit the Woodstock Public Safety Foundation’s “Shop with a Hero” program. wpsfoundation.org. 2014 Twilight Run F.O.R. Cherokee: Race day registration begins at 6 p.m. Fun Run/Walk - 7 p.m. 5K Run - 7:30 p.m. Halloween Costumes will be judged after the 5K Run. Rain or shine. Hobgood Park, 6688 Bells Ferry Rd. This annual 5K, Fun Run and Walk fundraiser is designed to help raise awareness on the dangers of drunk driving. Proceeds will benefit Cherokee Friends of Recovery Foundation, Inc. Register online at active.com. AROUND WOODSTOCK | October 2014

Community

Woodstock, Comely Cotton and a Bad Bug BY PATTI BRADY

At different times in the past, Woodstock, like many small towns, tottered on a shifting economic base. Visionary thinking often came to the rescue. One such example occurred in Woodstock with cotton cultivation. If there was a beauty pageant for botanicals, then the cotton plant would win without a doubt. Why? The plant produces a cherished resource that appears from lovely, pale, pink-tinged blossoms. These flowers transform into spherical, Patti Brady is author luminous, green pods called bolls, of the “The Heart of a which mature and open. The comely Child” and “The Power result is fluff—soft, white clouds that of Her Smile” from can rest in your hands. the Woodstock Novels series. Learn more about After slave emancipation in our town through her the late 1800s, cotton cultivation blog – pattibradynovels. actually increased in Woodstock, blogspot.com. Email which became a trade center for the Patti at plbradygeorgia@ crop. Cotton grew well and proved bellsouth.net profitable. Once the railroad came through in 1879, giant bales weighing around 500 pounds could be transported more easily over greater distances. I’ve been told that cotton, harvested in October, was the favorite talk of our town. Imagine farmers and businessmen milling about Dean’s Store, chewing tobacco and discussing crop prices. The cotton gin was situated where Serenade subdivision stands today. Farmers with wagonloads of cotton paused in one long line down Main Street, waiting their turn. Local cotton merchants inspected the cotton to determine value, and a price was offered. Warehouses in town held the acquired bales to be shipped to textile factories. Meanwhile, at the Rope Mill on Little River, savvy Woodstock businessmen turned low-grade cotton into plow lines and well rope. During the 1920s several problems occurred. Cotton plants failed to produce well due to poor crop rotation. Foreign planters created competition, and the price of cotton took a dive. Worst of all, a strange bug known as the boll weevil made its way to Woodstock. The insect entered the U.S. through Mexico. From Texas the devastation spread swiftly. Workers scrambled to pluck boll weevils at a penny per weevil. Although the boll weevil can fly, I like to imagine that the shrewd 18

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“Although the boll weevil can fly, I like to imagine that the shrewd little insect hitched rides in boxcars traveling throughout the South, but that is giving a mere exoskeleton with a trivial brain way too much credit.” little insect hitched rides in boxcars traveling throughout the South, but that is giving a mere exoskeleton with a trivial brain way too much credit. The boll weevil is one ugly bug. Dull colored and round-bodied, the insect has a long, skinny snout like a blunt hypodermic needle with chewing mouth parts at the end. Two weird little antennae and six hinged legs complete the picture. That pointy snout gnaws a small opening into the cotton boll, where eggs are laid. Hatching larvae, safely protected within, feasted on the cotton fibers. Emerging pupae became gorging adults. The resulting mess was anything but attractive. Science began a long battle, but the livelihood of many in and around Woodstock tumbled. So there we were—a town floundering. It wasn’t the first time our economic base shifted. The mills of the 1840s on Little River were the earliest area enterprises that, after a period as our primary industry, eventually took a lesser role when cotton cultivation took over. With the downward trend of cotton production, things remained gloomy until local visionaries ushered in the poultry industry that held things together through the 1930s and 1940s. After World War II, Lockheed and other nearby companies found competent, diligent workers from our town. In the 1980s, it occurred to someone that our proximity to Atlanta might be an advantage. The ease of travel on then-new I-575 and the allure of beautiful landscapes made Woodstock a prime location for housing. Subdivisions sprang up. These days, with the help of creative talent and thoughtful leadership, Woodstock has found its latest overarching enterprise as a destination city for recreation, the arts and shopping. Genius! Will Woodstock’s bounce back ever end? I don’t think so because this town has never had a shortage of inventive minds. So I say with all my heart, best wishes for a strong and prosperous future, wonderful Woodstock!

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Community

Shopping Trip Turns into Transformational Makeover BY JODI TIBERIO

On a recent shopping trip, Kelly was trying on clothes when she casually mentioned that she needed Jodi Tiberio owns a makeover. When she exited the Branches Boutique for women in Towne Lake dressing room, I introduced myself and and Brooklynn’s boutique told her about our monthly makeovers. for men and women in She was wearing a Mickey Mouse Downtown Woodstock. T-shirt, capri cargo pants and sandals. Contact Jodi at info@ She indicated that this was a regular shopthreads.net. outfit for her and that she would love a makeover. Kelly shared the reason she had fallen into a clothing rut. Two years ago she had to undergo surgery that left her in a great deal of pain. The pain left her avoiding clothing that was uncomfortable; particularly clothing that clung to her body. She fell into a pattern of simply wearing items that were easy to wear, not clothing that showed off her personality and style. It has taken two years for her to even begin feeling normal again and she was ready to make a change. She stated that her husband had been an incredible source of support and that he had recently encouraged her to make a clothing transformation when she was ready. Kelly was in desperate need of a good pair of jeans, so she tried on some of the newest Miss Me skinny jeans, and they fit her perfectly. After being fitted for jeans, she tried on a few T-Party tops, each one looking better and better on her until she eventually decided on a bell-sleeved style. We added some accessories, a pair of boots and she was set. Kelly loved her outfit so much that she bought several additional tops and extra boots. She didn’t even want to put her Mickey Mouse T-shirt back on when she left. The final part of Kelly’s transformation took place at Salon Gloss for hair and makeup. Owner Tim Timmons conducted a thorough consultation with Kelly to determine her lifestyle, level of commitment and styling habits. Tim had been waiting for the perfect candidate to try one of his personal color formulations and felt Kelly was the perfect person. Tim changed Kelly’s dark roots and overly highlighted hair to a stunning multitonal strawberry blonde, which worked beautifully with her pale complexion and slightly freckled skin. Tim took her basic long-layered hair and sculpted it into a more modern style that strategically highlighted her bone structure and framed her face. Will Clemons worked with Kelly’s natural skin tone, choosing makeup colors that gave her a natural, glowing look. The resulting transformation was amazing. Kelly looks amazing and feels even better. Kelly’s husband was really happy for her and excited about the experience. At the end of the day, Kelly made a change in her wardrobe, but more importantly, she made a change in her level of confidence. 20

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In downtown Woodstock there is a little white house with a teal star on the outside. Inside, the photography and cinematography team of Brittany Dobbs and Joseph Edwards have created Raw Vintage Studios; a photography service that is setting itself apart from others with its unique style. The studio gets used in a variety of ways. Everything from bridal consultations to photo sessions of newborn babies, children and families takes place at Raw Vintage. There is a dressing room where clients can do hair and makeup and change outfits for their photos. Brides have the option to use the dressing area on the day of their wedding when they book a wedding package. Co-owner, Brittany says, “We actually just had our first bride, all of her bridesmaids, mothers and grandmothers, come to the studio on her wedding day to get ready. We provided hair and makeup and had it catered, since we also have a full kitchen in the studio. This gives a beautiful setting for a bride and bridal party to come here and get ready for their special day.” Weddings aren’t the only events the studio books. Other services include photography and video for proms and homecoming. Senior portrait sessions are a special focus for Raw Vintage and Brittany says they enjoy working with groups of seniors to capture high school memories. Disks of the images are made available to customers as well as regular and canvas prints. Family photos sessions are available with unique props such as trucks or couches. “We offer styled photos shoots, which are key to setting yourself apart from others. We offer outfit selections, jewelry, headwear and fun props. We like to work with the client to help them create something special for each shoot,” says Brittany. A Shorter University graduate, with a degree in business, Brittany began taking photos as a child on family vacations. After college she moved to Blue Ridge, GA where she photographed the scenery, family friends and their children. She quickly realized this was what she wanted to do forever and while it is a job, she calls it her passion. Joseph Edwards, the other half of the Raw Vintage Studios 22

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Photography & Cinematography Team

Brittany Dobbs & Joseph Edwards Raw Vintage Woodstock

8855 Main Street, Woodstock GA 30118 404-822-1402

Hours of operation : 9 am - 4 pm Monday - Friday (weekday appointments preferred, weekend appointments only)

www.daretobephoto.zenfolio.com

Facebook: facebook.com/rawvintagestudios Instagram: @rawvintagewoodstock

team, started out taking pictures in high school and collecting photos of cars. He later became more involved in photography by taking night photos. Choosing downtown Woodstock as a location for their business was an easy decision. Brittany says that she fell in love with Main Street a long time ago. She toured many towns and walked through numerous store fronts, but Woodstock is close to home and she is friends with many other small business owners in the area. The people and community events made her fall in love with everything about the town. Being involved in people’s lives is what Brittany describes as their greatest success. “We get to capture some of the most magical, special and important days of people lives, it truly is a blessing to be able to do so through photography and video,” she says. Working with clients from senior portraits to wedding day pictures and the delivery of a first child is what makes her job so special, according to Brittany. “We don’t just show up the day of the event and take photos and video, we form a relationship with our clients, we grow with them and provide them with outstanding quality work, turnaround time and memories that last forever.”

DOWNTOWN WOODSTOCK DINING GUIDE RESTAURANT Canyons 335 Chambers St. 678-494-8868 canyonsburgercompany.com

CUISINE

BREAKFAST

LUNCH

DINNER

SUNDAY

SPIRITS

RESERV.

American

open

Beer/Wine

Century House Tavern 125 E Main St. 770-693-4552 centuryhousetavern.com

Modern American

$$$

open

Full bar

8 persons +

Fire Stone 120 Chambers St. 770-926-6778 firestonerestaurants.com

Wood-fired Pizza & Grill

$$$

open

Full bar

yes

Southern

Sat./Sun. Brunch

$$$

open

Full bar

American

open

Tapas/Sushi

Fri./Sat. only

open

Full bar

yes

Ipps Pastaria & Bar 8496 Main St. 770-517-7305 ippspastaria.com

Italian

open

Full bar

J Christopher’s 315 Chambers St. 770-592-5990 jchristophers.com

Diner

$-$$

$ - $$

open

J Miller’s Smokehouse 150 Towne Lake Pkwy. 770-592-8295 jmillerssmokehouse.com

BBQ

$ - $$

open

Beer

Magnolia Thomas 108 Arnold Mill Rd. 678-445-5789 magnoliathomas.com

Southern

Sunday Brunch

$$$$

open

Beer/Wine

yes

Pure Taqueria 441 Chambers St. 770-952-7873 puretaqueria.com/woodstock

Mexican

Sat./Sun. Brunch

open

Full bar

6 persons +

Seafood

Sunday Brunch

$$-$$$

open

Full bar

English Tea room

closed

yes

Italian

$$$

closed

Full bar

yes

Freight Kitchen & Tap 251 E Main St. 770-924-0144 freightkitchen.com Hot Dog Heaven 8588 Main St. 770-591-5605 Ice Martini & Sushi Bar 380 Chambers St. 770-672-6334 icemartinibar.com

Reel Seafood 8670 Main St. 770-627-3006 Tea Leaves & Thyme 8990 Main St. 770-516-2609 tealeavesandthyme.com Vingenzo’s 105 E Main St. 770-924-9133 vingenzos.com

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$ = most entrees under $10 • $$ = most entrees $10 - $15 • $$$ = most entrees $15 - $20 • $$$$ = most entrees over $20

Casual and Upscale Dine-In Restaurants

Community

The Art of Neighboring BY TRENT CHAMBERS

My wife and I moved to Woodstock three years ago. There are a lot of things that we like about this city, but, above all, we fell in love with its vision for a vibrant community-culture. The suburbs were once communities where neighbors hung out on the porch, carrying on conversation as they drank their morning coffee, read the paper and watched the kiddos run wild in the Trent Chambers is pastor streets. Then, something changed. at Sojourn Community The suburbs became a place Church, husband to to escape. White picket fences Emily and father of Abby became privacy walls. Garages Grace and Isaac. Trent and Emily moved to replaced front porches. And Woodstock in 2012 to although property sizes shrank, start a church that would people became more isolated. connect the hope of the Somewhere along the way, the gospel to everyday life. ‘everybody knows your name’ culture seemed to disappear. Woodstock longs to be different. Everything about this city’s

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vision is about life, lived together. Ballparks, bike trails, coffee shops, and the arts, it all draws us together. My hope is to help us get back to the art of neighboring. So, where to start? It’s October! The celebration of all things outdoors! The weather is cool. The leaves are beautiful. It’s time to roast marshmallows, carve pumpkins and hand out candy. If you want to take steps to build relationships with the people next door, start by greeting them outside. Here are some practical ideas: Pull the grill into the driveway: In America, nothing brings us together like beef. Choose a Friday night, fire up the grill and invite the neighbors over for a cul-de-sac cookout. Build a Fire: We might live in the digital age, but nothing entertains us like a bonfire. If you live on a street with a lot of kids, plan an evening to make some s’mores. If it’s a guys’ night you desire, bonfire and beer is a great start. Go all out for Halloween. Halloween is a great time to get to know your neighbors. Hang up some spider webs and hangout by the fire pit, handing out candy and carrying on conversation. My wife and I love this place. We don’t want to be anywhere else. We all have a reason for living here. Whether it’s family ties, a job or because Woodstock is one of the greatest places to live in Georgia, it is a better place to live when we celebrate with our neighbors.

EVERYDAY

Team, where you can follow Juliette’s journey while being inspired by her strength and progress. Bascomb students also began a pop tab campaign in Juliette’s honor to offset the expenses of staying in the Ronald McDonald house, where she will live after the transplant. Families facing transplant surgery often see medical bills exceeding $800,000. To help shoulder the burden, Juliette’s family has partnered with Children’s Organ Transplant Association (COTA) to assist with transplant-related expenses. Donations can be made at www.COTAforJulietteL.com. It’s difficult to imagine what kind of physical, financial and emotional demands the family is facing. We want to encourage our readers to donate through COTA in honor of Juliette and lift her up in prayers for strength and courage throughout the important months ahead. Everyday Angels will also send gas cards to Ryan to relieve the financial stress of his long daily commutes.

Juliette Lyng is a vibrant 11-year-old girl who has never let adversity get in the way of making friends and enjoying life. Her larger-than-life personality and bright eyes can light up any room – even in the AFLAC cancer center at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta - Egleston. Juliette was born with Mobieus syndrome, cleft palate and Pierre Robin syndrome, all cranial facial defects. Her frequent doctor visits and surgical procedures have become somewhat normal for her. Recently, she was dealt an even more difficult hand. Juliette’s Juliette is a doctors had been drawing blood monthly for analysis and at Basco fifth-grader mb Elem entary. discovered Myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS), a rare disease of the blood that’s found in four out of every one million children. Without early treatment, MDS develops into leukemia and is even more difficult to treat. In September, Juliette’s new journey began at Egleston where they inserted a chemo port. Aggressive chemotherapy treatments were followed by an urgent bone marrow transplant, keeping Juliette in the hospital for six to eight weeks and another three months living in the Ronald McDonald house. Since the transplant, Juliette’s immune system has been severely compromised, and her activity will be restricted. Juliette is a fifth-grader at Bascomb Elementary and lives in Towne Lake with her dad Ryan, a single father, and brothers Myles, 12, and Chase, 16. Ryan is juggling his fulltime job with caring for Juliette and keeping life as normal as possible for his sons. “The boys have always been supportive and protective of their sister,” said Ryan. “When they realized that neither was a bone marrow match for her, they used their musical talents (guitar and singing) to write and perform songs for her.” The Lyngs are grateful for all the help they’ve received nd Chase. so far. Ryan is especially thankful for the love and support of rs Myles a e th ro b d n na : Dad Rya his family as well as their friends, church, schools and neighbors. as her back h ily m fa ’s Juliette Juliette’s friends created a Facebook page called Juliette’s Fight Everyday Angels is a 501(c)3 nonprofit serving Cherokee County since 2000. If you would like to make a tax deductible donation, please visit www.everydayangels. info to donate via Paypal or send your donations to: Everyday Angels, 2449 Towne Lake Parkway, Woodstock GA, 30189. One hundred percent of your funds will go to the family you specify. Also, if you know of a special need within your community that you would like to share, please send an e-mail to aaeverydayangels@ gmail.com for consideration and qualification.

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The Benefits of Being Digitally Connected BY KYLE BENNETT

Are you digitally connected to Downtown Woodstock? If not, you have no idea what you are missing. Do you spend a good bit of time on Facebook each day? If you are like most people, the answer is more than you would like to admit. Many people are unaware that they can stay up to date with the latest news from downtown Woodstock through Facebook, at www.facebook.com/ Kyle Bennett is the mainstreetwoodstock. More director of tourism than 10,000 people follow for the Woodstock Downtown Development this page because it is a great Authority. He can be source of information about reached at kbennett@ upcoming events, the newest woodstockga.gov. stores or restaurants, and great deals and specials offered by downtown businesses. If you enjoy watching YouTube videos, tune in to www.youtube.com/ downtownwoodstock. Yes, downtown Woodstock has its very own YouTube channel, where you can watch videos highlighting businesses and special events, as well as special interest clips on topics such as Woodstockâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s history. Pinterest is one of the fastest-growing social media outlets and we have a presence there, at www.pinterest.com/ mswoodstock. Our Pinterest boards cover a variety of topics, including great food in our restaurants, fashion from our boutiques, date-night ideas and the special features of the city that you might like to know for a wedding. If you have seen people taking pictures with their smart phones lately, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s likely they were sharing their photos on Instagram. Downtown Woodstock is a beautiful area to photograph, so naturally Downtown Woodstock is on Instagram at www.instagram.com/downtownwoodstock It is hard to express how awesome the downtown area is in 140 characters or less, but we try at www.twitter.com/ DTWoodstock. Our Twitter page is a great way to receive updates about events in downtown Woodstock while they are taking place. You can also stay connected through the free Visit Woodstock app for Apple and Android devices. Visit Woodstock lists attractions, shopping, dining and other options downtown, along with a calendar of events and a map of all locations listed. A new feature of the app shows special offers to stores and restaurants that only individuals who download the app can receive. To find the app, search Visit Woodstock at the Apple or Google Play store. Connecting to downtown Woodstock digitally keeps you up to date with everything our city has to offer. AROUND WOODSTOCK | October 2014

Feature

Need a New Hearing Device?

There’s an App for That • There’s a resurgence in a system called looping, where hearing loops transmit the audio from a PA system directly to telecoil-equipped hearing aids and cochlear implants. The telecoil functions as an antenna, relaying sounds directly into the ear without background noise just as wi-fi connects people to the web. • Active patients may be interested in the Lyric, a hearing aid that’s virtually undetectable because it’s placed in the ear canal and can be worn while showering or exercising. It is replaced every three to four months. • Hearing aid manufacturers are working to connect to other “smart” devices, allowing more hearing-impaired people to live a more confident life in social or business settings. • Modern hearing devices offer extended wear, are invisible to others and have no batteries to change. Can you imagine being able to stream the sounds from your iPhones, iPads and iPods directly into your hearing aids? What if you could answer or make phone calls and clearly hear the person on the other end through both ears? Advances by Apple and a few of the major hearing aid manufacturers have made these scenarios possible through the first made-for-iPhone hearing devices. It’s just the beginning of a rapidly advancing field that uses Bluetooth technology to create a seamless connection to a world filled with sounds. It’s an exciting time to be in the field of audiology, according to Dr. Jan Henriques, who has joined North Georgia Audiology and Hearing Aid Center in Woodstock. She has more than 30 years of experience in the field, 18 in Cherokee County. “I do what I do because I love helping people. When patients visit me, they can expect a high level of professionalism and a high level of patient care,” said Jan. “With our sense of hearing, it’s not all or nothing. We have a variety of solutions that work with the needs of our patients as well as their lifestyle.” More than 36 million Americans experience hearing challenges in different environments and situations. In our technologically advanced society, that can be a disadvantage. Forget about what you know about hearing devices up to now. You will be amazed at how smart, how helpful, and how transforming better hearing can now be. • Wireless devices—known as Assistive Listening Devices (ALDs) or Hearing Assistance Technology (HAT)—connect to a variety of situations such as media, live performances, church services, telephone and television. Not all devices require the user to wear hearing aids and can work independently, similar to wireless headphones for television or personal FM systems for theaters. 28

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“So if you’ve been wondering if there’s an app when it comes to hearing aids, there is,” said Jan. “As an audiologist for almost 30 years, it is both exciting and overwhelming to stay on top of what is the latest and greatest in technology. It is a very fulfilling time to be in a profession that is truly transforming people’s lives by connecting them to the world in a way that others take for granted.” North Georgia Audiology and Hearing Center offers diagnostic testing for hearing disorders, tinnitus (ringing in the ears), vertigo, and ear wax management. Other services include custom ear molds for swimmers and noise protection for hunters and musicians. Patients range in age from newborns to the elderly, but there has been a rise in appointments made by Baby Boomers. “Baby Boomers were the first to experience amplified music and other loud environmental noises, so hearing loss is very

Facts, Myths, and Where Do I Start? Myth: If I had a real problem, my family doctor would have told me. Fact: Hearing screenings are rarely part of your annual

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physical, especially if you are younger than 55. Family physicians have limited training in the areas of hearing loss and assistive devices. Contact a doctor of audiology if a problem is suspected.

Myth: I hear what I need to hear and get along fine. Fact: You only hear what your hearing capacity permits. Reality, for you, is now altered. If you can’t hear it, how do you know you missed it? The excuses are varied: “Only my spouse complains.” “I ignore it. It doesn’t bother me.” “I just ask people not to mumble and speak up.” “No one I know likes their hearings aids.” “I’ll take care of it after I fix my teeth.” It is time to be honest with yourself. People with untreated hearing loss experience a decreased quality of life. It has been proven to cause varied levels of sadness, depression, anxiety, paranoia and poor social relationships. They also have more difficulty in their careers and often earn thousands of dollars less than their hearing peers. Help is available and an achievable solution is not as challenging as you may think. Photo by Kim Bates

common in this age group,” she said. In fact, she recommends that everyone receive a baseline hearing test at age 50. “A big part of my service to patients is counseling them. There are some who are in denial or angry or depressed over a hearing loss. I listen to their concerns and figure out a way together to bring back or enhance their quality of life. Hearing keeps you connected to people, and the transformation that I’ve witnessed from patients improving their hearing is truly amazing.” Community involvement is important to the audiologist, who has served as president of the Towne Lake Optimist Club, is a member of the Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce, has sponsored many local sports teams, volunteers her time and expertise with the Volunteer Aging Council and has served as president of the Georgia Academy of Audiology. North Georgia Audiology & Hearing Aid Center accepts all major insurance plans and offers flexible no-interest finance plans. Call (770) 726-8948 to take advantage of a two-week, norisk free trial, as well as complimentary cleaning of your hearing devices.

Myth: My insurance doesn’t cover hearing care. Fact: A credentialed doctor of audiology will be able to

contract with the major insurance companies. Complete diagnostic hearing testing is typically covered once a year and more plans now include hearing aid benefits of some type.

Myth: I will save money if I buy online or at my warehouse club. I can buy them at a low cost, stick them in and — Shazaam! — I can hear. Fact: Like Dad used to say, you get what you pay for. While

better hearing can be achieved at entry-level price points, it’s important to have a qualified professional give you a proper consultation, fitting, programming and offer continued service and consultation. Remember that each individual is unique, and there is no such thing as one solution fits all. Individuals often are lured in with low upfront pricing but walk away with short warranty periods, and little or no follow-up service. The right medical provider will give you the choice between a competitive yet still more inclusive pay-as-you-go plan, or the more accepted plan that includes unlimited service and office visits plus longer warranties to ensure and continually enhance user satisfaction. AROUND WOODSTOCK | October 2014

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A Lesson Learned from Pumpkin Carving With a 2 1/2-Year-Old BY KRISTINA LAURENDI HAVENS

asked me to cut it, so I did. And they were the cutest, simplest Thanks to Pinterest, pumpkins I ever saw. Jack beamed with pride. there is no simple Kristina Laurendi Havens was I had to sit back, relax and just enjoy pumpkin carving with my activity left on this recently awarded Best of Show at child. Allowing my son to design the pumpkin, and letting him planet that has not the Georgia Artists Juried Exhibition watch his design come to fruition, was so much more important been elevated to a at the Abernathy Arts Center for than my need to raise the bar in pumpkin carving for ZIP code level unattainable to her painting “My Heart, Away.” She shares a beautiful studio with 30189. most normal human artist Ann Litrel at 8594 Main St. It’s a great lesson for us to learn from our kids. They are beings. Making a in Woodstock, above Outspokin’ satisfied with simple things. They love opportunities to explore birthday cake? Forget Bicycles. and express themselves, instead of being forced into a prefrosting and a couple set pattern, mold or expectation. There is no fear of doing it candles. You now right or trying to impress the neighbors. Sometimes simple is need to be skilled in spectacular. sculpting all four Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles out of fondant and building a custom presentation platform for the party. Don’t get me wrong. A certain amount of inspiration is needed in our daily lives. It’s important to strive to do our best, make something beautiful and please those we love. When you take the time to cook a meal from scratch, you are expressing your love through food. When you decorate your child’s room top to bottom in his or her (current!) favorite character, you are telling that child that you care about his or her interests. I am all for aspiring to do great things, but not at the expense of the joy that can come through just simply enjoying some of our daily tasks. As a mom, there are times when the neverending bombardment of “the best ever healthy lunchbox ideas” and “the ultimate guide to raising a well-balanced child” articles can wear you down. No human being could EVER accomplish every little thing suggested by the masses! Frustration and a fear of failure can haunt you daily. Until, one day, you realize that so many of these day-to-day tasks are NOT about having the ultimate look-what-I-did post on Facebook. Sometimes, it’s about keeping things simple. I just re-read a post I wrote on my blog back in 2008 about my son Jack carving his pumpkin for Halloween. I was ready to knock this out of the park. I was all set to transfer an elaborate spider web design, hunt down all of those tricky little carving tools that I buy—and misplace—every year, and have the most impressive pumpkin on the block. Gold star for Mom! I love my child THE MOST because I made an elaborate pumpkin for Halloween! But 2 ½-year-old Jack had a different idea. He drew three simple shapes on each pumpkin— an Simple pumpkin faces designed by young Jack. eye, a nose and a mouth—and called it a day. He 30

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The Story of Elm Street Cultural Arts Once Upon a Time in Woodstock… By G. Lora Grooms ….there was a very old, sad, empty farmhouse. It was scheduled to be torn 8534 Main St down, but the folks in Woodstock, GA 30188 charge of the house at City Center ended up having to leave it there. 678-494-4251 Untouched for months www.elmstreetarts.org with kudzu growing around it and over it, there seemed no way to save it from certain destruction either by man or nature. A local Shop Owner was getting concerned and started asking fellow villagers what could be done. One fine Friday evening, an Eccentric Theater Lady overheard a conversation about this house, which she had never seen. This lady had grown up with an even more eccentric mother who bought old houses and fixed them up - managing to save an entire neighborhood in the process. The words ‘save this

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old house’ made her ears perk up. Apparently, there were many villagers who liked the house, known in the community as the Reeves Home, and wished they could buy it and fix it up. Some wanted to live in it, but Two Talented Artists had a different vision. They could see it renovated, with an art gallery on the main floor and the upper floor as studio space for fellow artists. The Eccentric Theater Lady liked the idea of saving the house for artists, even if it had nothing to do with a theater, and asked her theater friends to join in. The three Crazy Ladies convinced the bank holding the property to let them gather up volunteers to clean up around the house, tear off the kudzu and poison ivy on a hot day in July. They even discovered a small, old barn hidden in the brush during the process! A Smart Villager heard about their idea and brought them an even better idea. A bigger idea. What if they did more than just save the house? Did they know there was a multiuse trail planned for right in front of the house and there was

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Phase I Site Purchase - done Phase II 2013-2016 Visual Phase I Arts Center Site purchase - done & Greenprints Trail Phase II 2013-2016 Visual Arts Center & Refreshment Stop Greenprints Trail Stop & Studios ArtRefreshment Gallery Art Gallery and Studios Event Green - done Event Green - done Gardens and Woodland Gardens and Trail Outdoor Instruction and Woodland Trail Culinary Center Outdoor Instruction Phase III 2016-2019 Theater and Center 250-400 Culinary seat capacity Size to be determined by countyPhase III 2016-2019 wide needs analysis Business Theater 250-400 Development Zone Naming rights for Theater donor seat capacity Venue available for rental, shows,

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Village: Past, Present and Future other land around it that could become gardens and green space? Maybe even enough land to build a new theater? Then the Smart Villager made a wonderful drawing of this Big Idea so the three Crazy Ladies could take it to the People In Charge. One by one and bit by bit, the People In Charge and the other villagers learned about the Big Idea and said how much they liked it and hoped it would be real some day. The People In Charge even arranged to secure the property so it would be safe and could turn into the Big Idea when the villagers were ready. The Big Idea is brought to life for you with the illustrations on these pages. The Big Idea is now becoming the Elm Street Cultural Arts Village - thanks to Shawn McLeod, Ann Litrel, Christine Blight, Brian Stockton, Mayor Donnie Henriques, the Woodstock City Council, the Cherokee County Commission, the Greenprints Alliance and so many other volunteers, donors, sponsors and patrons. A lot has been done but there is still much to do. Proceeds from the Sept. 20 Woodstock Vignettes auction will be used for the Reeves House renovation. Woodstock artist Kristina Laurendi Havens donated close to 40 downtown scenes for the event. The amount of money raised was not available at press time.

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My Very Own Ambulance BY MIKE LITREL, MD

I had the first day jitters when I showed up to my summer job as an Emergency Medical Technician. I was 19 and had just completed a 90-day EMT course at a local university. I was amazed I had been hired in the first place. My employer was a private ambulance company on Long Island. Didn’t they realize I hardly knew anything? Dr. Mike Litrel has authored After a few days on the job, hundreds of articles and I understood why it didn’t two books on the faithhealth connection. He is matter. My entire workload a board certified OB/GYN consisted of riding in the and specialist in pelvic back of the ambulance as we reconstructive surgery transported old people from at Cherokee Women’s nursing homes to doctors’ Health Specialists in Roswell and Woodstock. Dr. Litrel offices and back again. The can be reached at www. best part of the job by far was cherokeewomenshealth.com “taking call.” The ambulance company gave me a beeper and sent me home with my very own ambulance. I hardly ever got beeped, but that wasn’t important. What was important was how impressed all my friends were. I’d take them to the movie theater in my ambulance. We’d go to dinner. We’d go to the beach. And when we wanted to speed the trip home, I flipped on the lights and the sirens, and sped past all the other cars to the accompaniment of gleeful teenage laughter.

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Somehow, I had found it. The Perfect Summer Job. Weeks passed in this delightful state until one day - inevitably - the fun and games ended. We arrived at a nursing home and a nurse came running out. Come quick, she yelled – a patient is coding! We ran to the room. Surrounding the bed of an elderly woman were six nurses in shining white, expertly performing CPR. The nurse running the code suddenly saw me in the doorway. “Oh, thank God you’re here!” she cried. The other nurses, eyes full of gratitude and relief, parted like the Red Sea, presumably making room for me to do the EMT-life-saving thing. At that moment my heart fell to my stomach. My brain set up a silent scream heard only by myself: “Are you guys KIDDING me?!! You’re grown-ups! You’re fulltime nurses! This is just my SUMMER JOB!!” But I stepped forward and did the ABC’s of Life Saving 101: Airway, Breathing, Circulation. I leaned over the elderly woman’s head for a long moment and listened for breathing, looked for chest rises, felt for pulse. There was no breath, no chest rise, no pulse. She was dead and it was time to resuscitate. In that moment when I realized she was dead, I prayed in earnest. Oh, please God, let her be okay. And suddenly a strong and bounding pulse surged beneath my fingers. The patient took a deep rattling breath. We suctioned her mouth, placed her on oxygen, loaded her up - and drove like mad to the nearest hospital. A week later we brought her back to the nursing home. The nurses gave us a hero’s welcome. And a cute nursing student with a nice smile gave me her phone number. There were other emergencies that summer, but none more dramatic – for the simple reason that after that, I was better continued on page 60

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Giving Families the Ability to Treat Their Children BY STATE REPRESENTATIVE MICHAEL CALDWELL

Politics and government span an ever-changing landscape. Being immersed in this field can leave one feeling a bizarre mix of “never knowing what to expect” and “never expecting to be surprised.” During this year’s legislative session I found myself truly surprised, and I expect that some of you who kept up with this issue through local media felt the same. If you had asked me if the Georgia General Assembly Michael Caldwell is the would be taking strides toward state representative the expanded legalization of for District 20, which covers Towne Lake and medical marijuana this year, I Woodstock. He can would have said that you were be reached at (678) out of your mind. As it turned 523-8570 or email out, that became one of the most him at Michael@ widely debated and considered CaldwellForHouse.com. pieces of legislation to face our House and Senate. State Rep. Allen Peake (R) of Macon surprised much of Georgia when he introduced House Bill 885 (HB 885), also known as “Haleigh’s Hope Act” and inspired by Haleigh Cox, who suffers from Lennox-Gastaut syndrome, a rare epileptic condition. Before proceeding, let’s be very clear about what HB 885 would have and have not actually permitted in Georgia. Georgia’s legislation would not have permitted marijuana growing farms, teenagers smoking joints and dispensaries on every corner. The legislation introduced in Georgia was very carefully crafted to accomplish a simple goal: bring relief to the children of Georgia who are suffering without a legal remedy. HB 885 would have allowed for medical cannabis to be administered to patients suffering from extreme seizure disorders. The cannabis would have been available only in liquid and pill forms (never smoked), and the strain of this “cannabidiol” would be so low in THC (the component of the marijuana plant that results in a “high”) that it would not have had any known psychological effect on the user. This medication can Rep. Scot Turner douses Rep. Allen Peake. 36

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help people who are having upwards of 100 seizures per day by reducing that number to a few per week, and by doing so can improve the quality of life for both the patient and his or her family. At the end of the day, it allows parents to decide whether or not to use this method in the treatment of their children. The House of Representatives passed House Bill 885, which I was very proud to co-sponsor along with Rep. Peake, with a 171-4 vote. Though the House and Senate were unable to reach an agreement on a final piece of legislation before the constitutionally limited legislative session came to an end, prospects look very positive moving forward next year. On June 7, Rep. Peake and many other state and local leaders joined together in Cherokee County to help make an immediate difference in the lives of local families. Advocates Amanda Beckman and Corey Lowe (who also has a daughter who would benefit from HB 885) put together the “Hose the House for Hope” event at the Cherokee Aquatic Center. The purpose was to raise funds for families in need of medical marijuana to travel to Colorado. Several of us in the legislature, many of our police chiefs and other local leaders agreed to plunge into the pool and enjoy the “thrill” of a few ice buckets for the cause. By the end of the day we had raised more than $61,500, enough to get four families the treatment they need. This cause has been a fantastic example of a grassroots group working alongside elected representatives to enact real change for their families. It’s an opportunity to get government out of the way and to give parents the ability to garner life-changing treatment for their children. I am heartened by all those who have come to these families’ aid, and I look forward to continuing to do all that I can to help these courageous Georgians. As with every issue, I would greatly appreciate your help and your feedback. Please feel free to reach out to me on my cell phone at (678) 523-8570 or email me at Michael@ caldwellforhouse.com. If you have any other questions or concerns, contact me or come meet me at one of my Weekly Coffees with District 20 nearly every Saturday at Copper Coin Coffee in downtown Woodstock. Thank you again for allowing me the honor of representing your family in Georgia’s General Assembly!

The Lesson from a 10-Year-Old: Never Quit BY SEAN KAUFMAN

Football season is back in full force. Evening practices, buzz cuts and the opportunity to mentor kids on more than just the game of football are here. Last year, I had the honor of coaching one of the Woodstock Cherokee Youth Football Association teams. During our first game, after pinning the Etowah team on its own fiveyard line, Etowah’s running back broke through our defensive Sean Kaufman lives in line on third down and took off Woodstock with his wife, two sons and daughter. to the races. He had at least 15 He specializes in intrinsic yards on everyone when out of coaching/motivation, nowhere, I saw one of our players owns a behavioral-based run him down and tackle him to consulting business and is an save a touchdown. As you can internationally recognized trainer. He can be contacted see in the photo, Cullen English at sean@seankaufman.com. sacrificed his whole body, he never quit and made one heck of a tackle to save a touchdown. As a coach, this was a very proud moment for me.

I have used this photo around the world, in one leadership conference after another. Every one of us has a plan for our life. Our plan, however, does not determine our success. It’s what we do when our plan fails that determines how successful we are in life. It is far easier to just quit, get frustrated, talk about the lack of fairness and even point fingers at who is at fault when our plan fails. Cullen English didn’t point fingers, become frustrated and quit that day. Instead, he stayed true and did his best against huge odds, even though the original game plan had failed. It’s a lesson for all of us. continued on page 60

Facilitating—and Mentoring—Through Senior Projects BY BETH HERMES

Beth Hermes is a graduate of Auburn University’s School of Journalism, and a professional writer for more than 26 years. Her work has appeared in magazines, newspapers and online publications. She also has created award-winning marketing campaigns for corporations and nonprofit organizations. beth@eirismarketing.com

For 14 years I have been impressed and pleased with Cherokee County schools, the senior project program in particular. My children—both of whom successfully completed their projects and have graduated from Cherokee County schools— were not my first exposure to the program, however. For the past six years, I have served as a project facilitator for students from Sequoyah, Etowah and Woodstock high schools who chose to write a book. When students tell me about their plans, I listen closely, and can gauge with a fair amount of accuracy whether they will be able to pull it off over the course of the senior year. Writing a book is no small feat, and doing so alongside a full course load, sports, extracurricular activities, and the other requirements of being an

18-year-old senior is overwhelming, to say the least. If students have not yet begun their project by the time they speak to me, I caution them in regard to the scope of work involved. I’m always optimistic when students come to me with an outline, character sketch and perhaps a few chapters of rough text already written. When my children were small, I spent just over six years as a communications director and event planner with the March of Dimes, a job that required a year’s worth of pre-planning. These were the days before widespread use of the Internet, when fax and snail mail were the modes of communication, so deadlines had to be met—to the day—to ensure success. I share this type of planning with the senior project students who work with me. It helps them meet deadlines in terms of story arc (I despise the word plot), chapter goals, editing and printing their final copies. Of the 14 students with whom I have worked, only two have chosen e-versions of their books, mostly because they didn’t follow the schedule and ran out of time to publish hard copies. All illusions aside, I know that most of these students will go on to pursue degrees in business or psychology or engineering, and their senior projects will be the only work of fiction they produce. But I hope the tools they used to create and follow their plan—while juggling all of their other responsibilities— will serve them well in college and their careers. AROUND WOODSTOCK | October 2014

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Tailgating at a New Level BY CLAIRE FROST

How do you give a freshman in college a sense of purpose? Ask her to create the perfect tailgate. There’s a sense of pride that comes with rising early enough on a blustery Saturday morning to nab an ideal spot for a game that inconveniently starts at noon. Hurriedly I would throw on my red, game-day scarf and begin the hunt. Little by little, our group would grow. Friends would trickle in as the morning progressed Claire is the editor of with a smorgasbord of food. (Most House of Frost, a blog that of the time we forgot napkins … and juggles family, fashion, chairs … and tables.) food, and furnishing with Now we still gather with friends a little sparkle. She lives to cheer on our teams, but we do in Woodstock with her husband, Sean, and their it in style. We’re not sitting near two dogs. housefrost.com. the stadium. We can’t hear the low rumble of the crowd from our tailgate spot. There’s no stack of empty pizza boxes to rest your drink on. Instead, I rest my feet on a coffee table while my friends’ children giggle outside as their fathers man the grill. I hear my girlfriends arguing over which team from this century-old rivalry will pull through with a W today. And the smells? They’re so much better than the ones found a college campus during a game. Juicy hamburgers and burnt-to-a-crisp hot dogs sizzle on a charcoal grill. Heaping spoonfuls of coleslaw and macaroni are portioned onto plastic plates. The pièce de résistance - chili, a dish synonymous with fall - simmers quietly in the crock pot, teasing us with its tangy, sweet aroma whenever the lid is lifted for a slow stir. People can feel as strongly about their chili as they do their football team. Green chili has the best heat. White chicken chili goes best with jalapeño cornbread. Classic chili shouldn’t be toyed with. Chili should be served with toast, not cornbread. Crackers. Cheese. Onions. The preferences go on and on. Here’s a recipe for one of my favorites – enjoy! Claire’s Buffalo Chili ● about 2 cups shredded chicken (3-4 chicken breasts, or shred a rotisserie chicken) ● 1 cup buffalo wing sauce ● 1 cup chicken broth ● bleu cheese crumbles ● 1 can red beans ● 1 can great northern beans ● sour cream ● Doritos Shred the chicken, add it to a cup of broth and a cup of buffalo sauce and let simmer. Add in the cans of beans after draining and let simmer over medium heat together for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. You really don’t have to watch it that much. (Optional: Add crushed Doritos to the simmering broth to work as thickener.) Check your liquid levels, and add more broth and wing sauce if needed. If you add more, let it simmer longer so the flavors can be absorbed. Garnish with sour cream, bleu cheese crumbles, and chips. 38

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Beware of Settlement Claims BY CHRISTY AND JAMES IMBRIALE

We have all seen the television commercials where a healthy looking individual announces that he or she was awarded large sums of money from an injury settlement. While this may have happened, it is not the norm. Regrettably, these ads are a marketing ploy to get business and Christy Imbriale is a seasoned many of these advertisers 10-year paralegal with Hartman – Imbriale LLP who works will say just about anything alongside her 24-year lawyer to attract business. husband James Imbriale in their These commercials are Towne Lake, Woodstock office. misleading to the public They have also lived in Towne and misrepresent the vast Lake for the past 10 years. And yes, they met at work and have majority of injury case been married for seven years! settlements and outcomes. Personal injury attorneys all too often hear frustration from their clients because of this misleading information. Many clients approach their injury cases with the assumption that they will be awarded compensation for their injuries since the accident was not their fault; however, that is not always the case. In order to receive compensation, there must be a resource for money involved, but where does the money come from? The money awarded in an injury settlement comes from an insurance policy—either auto, homeowners or malpractice—or from a large corporation. Georgia law requires that vehicle owners carry the minimum coverage of $25,000 in auto liability insurance. Unfortunately we do not live in a society where everyone follows the laws and maintains this coverage. Sometimes coverage is lapsed due to missed payments and the policies are cancelled. With the recent hard economic times, we have seen many cases where liability insurance was lapsed due to the at-fault driver not having made the monthly payments. In a case like this where there is no liability coverage, the compensation must then come from the client’s own auto insurance policy under what is called Uninsured or Underinsured Motorist Coverage, or UM coverage. Since this coverage is optional in Georgia, many people elect not to purchase this so they can save money. In situations like these where there is no liability coverage and no UM coverage, there is now no coverage or money available to award for compensation of injuries. One of the saddest parts of our job is when we have to communicate to a client that there is no money to recover for their losses and that they will have to pay out of pocket for all of their own medical bills and treatment and receive nothing for pain and suffering. Another issue we see is not electing enough UM coverage. The minimum amount offered by most insurance companies is $25,000. While this may seem like a lot, it is really a very small amount when you are looking at the cost of medical treatment, continued on page 60

Hair Color Trends for Fall BY TIM TIMMONS

As the leaves begin to change color, it’s only natural to want to switch up your look as well. The key to a smooth summerto-fall transition can range from painting a few well-placed highlights and lowlights to recalibrating the overall lightness to darkness of your base color. Hair color trends for fall 2014 are spicing things up, making this a good time for a color Tim Timmons is the owner transformation that will make of Salon Gloss. Tim has heads turn. been a hairstylist for 13 Bronde (brown/blonde) will years and has extensive receive a lot of attention this industry experience. Tim can be reached at season. Bronde is a take on the (678) 483-8900. naturally highlighted look and a perfect way to add a bit of drama to basic brown. Using a rich, glossy brown like caramel, chocolate or chestnut as a foundation, blonde accent pieces are hand painted - keeping the highlights off the top of the head and scattering them around the eyes and cheekbones. Bronde will compliment most skin tones and make your complexion glow, adding a mysterious allure. Red is the season’s eye catching color that works if you have a powerful personality and plenty of confidence to go along with it. Whether you have a warmer or a cooler skin tone, a fierce, fiery red shade is a great option to consider. Red-based hair

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“Hair color trends for fall 2014 are spicing things up, making this a good time for a color transformation that will make heads turn.” hues range from rich coppery tones and lusciously deep rubies to bright fiery and elegant auburns. But remember, red hair is like a sequined dress — it walks into the room before you do. Platinum blonde hair is more popular than ever as blondes are opting to go even lighter; losing the golden honey tones for icier, lighter shades. Keeping hair this blonde is high maintenance, however, and won’t suit all skin tones. Ombre, last year’s hottest hair trend, is holding strong this season. The word Ombre is a French word for shading or graduating. Think of dark hair at the scalp and lighter on the ends. Usually the color blends from dark to light with no harsh transition line. Although this technique can be used on short to medium-length hair, it tends to look best on long flowing locks. Depending on the two tones used, you can have a very contrasting color or a natural, subtle look. Ombre is a wonderful color technique for individuals who desire a softer, low-maintenance color. AROUND WOODSTOCK | October 2014

Feature

Woodstock Wolverines vs. River Ridge Knights

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Sequoyah Chiefs vs. Etowah Eagles

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Lifestyle

Basic Home Electrical Safety Tips BY DAN JAPE

National Fire Prevention Week is Oct. 5-11, and maintaining your home’s electrical system is crucial to your family’s safety. According to the National Fire Prevention Association (NFPA), electrical malfunctions in one- and two-family dwellings were responsible for an estimated 43,000 fires, resulting in 430 deaths between 2007 and 2011. Fire is not the only problem when it comes to faulty electrical Dan Jape is the owner or components. Serious injuries can Reliable Heating & Air. He also result due to electrical shock. can be reached at (770) By familiarizing yourself with the 594-9969 warning signs, you can quickly act to eliminate potential hazards. While you can fix a few of the problems yourself, others might require the services of a certified electrical contractor. Power and Extension Cords: Use extension cords and outlet adapters sparingly to avoid overloading your home’s electrical circuits and wiring. These common devices are intended to be temporary solutions and not permanent extensions to your home’s wiring system. According to the National Electrical Code, the use of

extension cords should not exceed 90 days of constant use. Verify that three-pronged plugs are inserted only into three-slot outlets. Forcing a three-pronged plug into a two-slot outlet creates a serious safety hazard. You should also verify that all plugs are plugged into wall outlets securely and that the blades of the plug are not exposed. Electrical Wiring: The following symptoms may indicate a problem with your home’s electrical safety: ● Worn, cut, cracked or broken wire insulation. ● Circuit breakers that trip often or fuses that frequently blow. ● Buzzing, crackling or sizzling sounds coming from the circuit breaker box. ● Visible evidence of sparks, arcs or flashes of bright light anywhere in your electrical system. ● Dimming or flickering lights. Electrical Outlets and Receptacles: Replace worn, loose or cracked wall receptacles or switches. If you notice heat coming from receptacles or switch plates, you might have an overloaded or faulty receptacle, loose connection or a serious wiring problem. Discolored switch plates are usually damaged from heat coming from inside the wall, which can indicate a serious wiring problem. Safety: Follow these safety procedures when inspecting your electrical equipment: ● Make sure the electricity is off by flipping the main breaker in continued on page 60

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School & Sports

National Honor Society at Cherokee Christian High School Cherokee Christian High School recently honored its new National Honor Society (NHS) members. This year’s inductees are Alex Hultstrom, Kaitlyn Garland, Jordan Shaw, John Goss, Bryan Hembree, Jonathan Shaw, Chris DeGuira, and Alex Chase. First row from left: Alex Hultstrom, Kaitlyn Garland and Jordan Shaw. Second row from left: John Goss, Bryan Hembree, Jonathan Shaw, Chris DeGuira and Alex Chase.

Senior Project to Help Local Families Etowah High School senior Cole Kirkpatrick is spearheading a community-wide food drive to provide families in need with a Thanksgiving dinner. “I was born and raised in Woodstock and would like to give back to a community that has given me so much,” said Cole. “My goal is to feed 25 families and raise $1,500. A $50 donation will pay for a fresh ham. A $10 donation will pay for a dessert. All donations lesser or greater are welcomed.”

Linde Ferrero, Cole’s project facilitator, is a licensed Master of Social Work and will connect him with families in need through two nonprofit organizations - Never Alone, which assists families in need of food, and Serenade Heights, which supports single mothers with children who are trying to rebuild their lives. Cash donations can be made to Cole’s gofundme account at www.gofundme.com/ebct5k.

Cole Kirkpatrick

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School & Sports

Mountain Biking Racing Team

Top row: Chase Moore (Cherokee), Hayden Dillon, Braxton Willis (River Ridge) Bottom row: Stefanie Gore (Coach), Colton Davis (Cherokee), Ben Weiss (Etowah), Jacob Smith (private school), Far Right: Benjamin Adams (River Ridge), James Graham (River Ridge), Jack Wery (Sequoyah), Wesley Hanback (Hillgrove).

Students from Cass, Cherokee, Cherokee Christian, Etowah, Mount Paran, River Ridge, Sequoyah and Woodstock high schools have formed the first mountain bike racing team out of Blanket’s Creek. Team members meet on Monday and Thursday nights to work on technique, strength and speed on trails at Blanket’s Creek and Rope Mill. Affiliated with Georgia Mountain Biking, a club with the National Interscholastic Cycling Association, Blanket’s Creek competed in the first mountain biking competition. Held at the Georgia International Horse Park in Conyers, the team did well with several members placing in their races. The team is coached by Stefanie Gore, and is welcoming new members, male and female. For more information, please contact Ms. Gore at stefanie@georgiamtb.org.

County Educators Encouraged to Apply for IMPACT Grants

Woodstock High Student Wins International Art Contest

The Cherokee County Educational Foundation recently announced that it is accepting applications for its second annual round of IMPACT Grants to encourage and support innovative and creative ideas in teaching and learning in the Cherokee County School District (CCSD). The foundation board has allotted $15,000 for the second round of grant awards, an increase from $10,000 last school year. Applications may be submitted by individuals or teams of CCSD teachers, paraprofessionals, school staff, administrators or department heads. The foundation will fund IMPACT Grants of as much as $2,500 per winning proposal. The application and criteria can be found on the school district’s website at www.cherokee.k12.ga.us. Applications must be postmarked by Jan. 13, 2015. Grants will be presented to winning applicants on Feb. 13, 2015.

Woodstock High School student Ryan Swiger placed third in the 2014 International Kepler Art of Discovery Contest for student graphic artists. Artwork was submitted based on designing and creating graphic images that Ryan Swiger and his award winning art work. display planets that have not yet been discovered. The annual international competition began in 2009 and receives thousands of entries from around the world. Winners are selected by a panel of judges, and the award is considered a great accomplishment for a student non-professional graphic artist.

Grandparents Day Johnston Elementary School celebrated Grandparents Day with a special breakfast for students to enjoy with their grandparents.

Grandmother Sharon Diehl and Daniel Diehl. 44

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Jordan Maxwell and her grandmother, Mary Ann Ceglia.

Grandparents John and Deborah Carringer with Caleb Jordan.

Local Gymnasts Receive Recognition Georgia All-Star Gymnastics (GASG) is showcasing talented gymnasts at all levels of competition. Last season five of their gymnasts qualified for state, regional and national competitions. Morgan Hassel, Hensley Graham, Bobimarie Henderson, Micole Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Dell and Seria Johnson work hard to be the best in their main event, while striving to be competitive in all events. Seria Johnson made it to the top one percent of 10-year-olds in the Talent Opportunity (TOPS) competition. Hensley Graham and Morgan Hassel have trained together for the past 10 years. They both excel at the vault event with Hensley winning the National Championship and Morgan placing fourth in the country. Bobimarie Henderson was the All-Around Champion in Regionals, while Micole Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Dell placed first in the floor exercise at the National Invitational Tournament (NIT). The mission of GASG is to develop the potential of each gymnast in a safe environment with a highly trained gymnastics staff. The philosophy of the instructors is to use the sport of gymnastics to help each athlete gain greater self-confidence and a positive selfimage. For more information, visit ga-allstars.com.

From left, Morgan Hensley, Seria, Bobimarie and Micole.

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School & Sports

Bringing Farms Alive for Cherokee Students BY SHIRLEY PAHL, PROGRAM COORDINATOR, OFFICE MANAGER FOR CHEROKEE COUNTY FARM BUREAU

The Cherokee County Farm Bureau is taking an active role in educating students and supporting parents and teachers through the Cherokee Farm to School initiative. Since the steering committeeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s origin in 2009, members have worked to facilitate nutrition and school garden projects in county schools and provide an educational resource for teachers, nutrition staff members, parents and other community members. Projects include on-farm workshops for nutrition staff members and teachers, and student farm visits that illustrate the farm-to-table concept by creating meals using foods from the garden and presentations about bees, chickens and eggs. The Chefs to School idea has been a fun one, bringing a local chef into a school for a presentation about seasonal produce. Children learn how the food is grown from a local farmer, then watch as a chef prepares food for the students to taste. The school nutrition manager is also part of the team, providing menu information to the chef so the food may be sampled in the lunchroom when possible. At other times, local farmers visit schools with produce, farm equipment and small animals for the children to see.

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The farm bureau will host a farm-to-school workshop for homeschool educators at Buckeye Creek Farm on Oct. 18. The educators will learn about nutrition, gardening and pollinators as teaching tools in science and math, and they will leave with activities for the children, curriculum guides and other resources. To register, call Liz Porter at (678) 4915843 or email lp1954@gmail.com. Later this year, a series of workshops is planned to show how to build a school garden. The first session is planned for Oct 6. at the Etowah High School greenhouse. Partners in the Cherokee Farm to School initiative include master gardeners, PTA members, parents, farmers markets, chefs, farmers, nurserymen, school nutrition managers and teachers, as well other community members. The goal is to provide training workshops for teachers, parents and nutrition staff; provide resources such as assistance with grant writing and materials for use in gardens; and, most importantly, provide a network of shared information through the school innovation zone teams and social media. To learn more, contact the farm bureau office at (770) 479-1481 ext. 0, or visit the Cherokee Farm to School Facebook page.

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School & Sports

School District Gets New Police Officers BY MARK KISSEL

As many of you know, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Frank R. Petruzielo created an ad hoc safety and security committee in January 2013 following the Sandy Hook incident. The committee’s task was to assess current and emerging school safety initiatives and to determine the programmatic, operational and fiscal impact of the school district’s safety and security protocols and practices. Chief of Police Mark One recommendation was Kissel has served the Cherokee County School hiring additional Cherokee County District since 1999 and School District Police Department has more than 35 years officers. The superintendent of law enforcement recommended five new officers in experience. the 2014-15 school district annual budget, and these positions were approved by the school board during the July 2014 regular meeting. It is my pleasure to introduce you to four of these five officers. At press time, the fifth officer had not been hired. Officer Katrina Adams is assigned to Sequoyah High School and has responsibility for Hickory Flat, Holly Springs and Mountain Road elementary schools. She began her law enforcement career in 2001 with the New York City Police Department and previously worked as an investigator with the Cobb County Police Department. Officer Clifford Broughton is assigned to E.T. Booth Middle School and has responsibility for Bascomb and Boston elementary schools. He has a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice from North Georgia College and State University and possesses a supervisory certification issued by the Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council. He has 16 years of experience, having previously worked as an investigator with the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office. Officer Christopher Mendel is assigned to Cherokee High School and has responsibility for Canton and Hasty elementary schools and the L.R. Tippens Educational Center. He has an associate’s degree from Lansing (Mich.) Community College and eight years of experience, having previously worked with the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office. Officer Jayson Moss is assigned to Etowah High School and has responsibility for Clark Creek STEM and Oak Grove Fine Arts Academy elementary schools. He has a bachelor’s degree from Liberty College and 14 years of experience having worked for the DeKalb County and Cherokee County sheriff’s offices. He is certified by the Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council as a general instructor, firearms and defensive tactics instructor. Their experience and presence benefit the students, staff and school community as the school district continues to ensure a safe and secure environment for teaching and learning. 48

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Health & Wellness

Mammograms Most Effective in Detecting Breast Cancer BY DONNA C. HALEY, M.D.

Breast cancer is the secondleading cause of cancer deaths in women in the U.S. It is also the most successfully treated when discovered early. One of the most effective ways to find breast cancer before it has a chance to spread is with an annual mammogram. The American Cancer Society recommends this for women starting at age 40. Some patients in their 40s feel they can safely wait another 10 Donna C. Haley, M.D., sees years to start the annual screening patients at WellStar Family process, but I urge them to start Medicine at Edgewater Hall in Canton. She has a now. Although the average age of bachelor’s degree from the breast cancer patients is 60, the University of Georgia and American Cancer Society reports earned her medical degree one in six breast cancers occur in from Emory University. women in their 40s. In 1990, at the age of 50 my mother had her first mammogram. I’m grateful Mom didn’t wait longer. The mammogram found stage 0 carcinoma in situ. The atypical cells had not spread into the surrounding

breast tissue. Her cancer was detected early and that’s significant. She has been cancer-free for 24 years after removal and radiation therapy. I share this story with my patients in hopes they recognize the importance of early detection. Catching it early can mean life or death. Of course, mammograms aren’t the only option for helping discover breast cancer. Women in their 20s and 30s should have a clinical breast exam by a health professional every three years and can examine themselves regularly. The goal is for women to know themselves and recognize and communicate changes with their physicians. As women age and their breasts become less dense, their risk factors for breast cancer increase and mammograms help identify what may not be noticeable otherwise. Women who are considered at high risk for breast cancer may need to discuss an annual MRI in addition to a mammogram. Risk factors can include a genetic disposition or a family history where a mother, sister or daughter has had breast cancer. Anyone can get breast cancer, regardless of her risk level. If you are 40 or older, start the screening process. If the disease is caught early, it’s most treatable.

Never Alone reaches out daily, to Cherokee County families who are in need of food, diapers, laundry detergent, cleaning supplies, personal hygiene products, and clothing. Our outreach center located at: 291 Rope Mill Road is open MondaySaturday 10 am until 5 pm. To our knowledge we’re the only full time food and clothing outreach center located within Woodstock. With your help we have provided assistance to 1,501 Cherokee County citizens in need so far this year. Distributing a total value of $42,789.15 in food, personal care items and clothing. How can you help? We operate on private financial donations received from people with kind hearts just like yours. We are currently in great need of financial donations. Can you please help to meet our financial need so we can continue reaching out to families daily within our community? Two Donate securely online using any major card ways to give: by visiting our website: NeverAlone.Org

Or you can write a check payable to: Never Alone and mail to: P O Box 1904 Woodstock, GA 30188. Donation receipts will be mailed to you for your tax records. Donations to Never Alone are tax deductible as we’re a 501 (c) 3 non profit. AROUND WOODSTOCK | October 2014

Health & Wellness

What Contributes to Morning Breath? BY DR. SCOTT R. HARDEN

Ever wonder why your breath reeks after a night’s sleep? Here is the bottom line: When you sleep, your saliva rate decreases and your mouth dries out, allowing odor-producing bacteria to proliferate through the night and creating morning breath. While awake, you produce between one and 1.5 liters of saliva daily. Saliva is composed of 99.5 percent water, and the sheer volume of it washes food particles and bacteria off your teeth. More importantly, saliva flow Dr. Scott Harden is a dilutes the acid produced by oral dentist at Fountain View Family Dentistry bacteria. Saliva has saturated ions that and has served the neutralize the acid from oral bacteria. Woodstock area for Saliva also possesses digestive more than 21 years. You enzymes (i.e. salivary amylase) that can reach Dr. Harden at break down food particles and help (770) 926-0000 or visit FountainViewSmiles.com. eliminate them from your teeth. Your saliva flow drops to close to zero when you are sleeping, so the benefits of saliva disappear. Saliva rates decrease at night, in my opinion, to protect us from choking on our saliva while sleeping.

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Unfortunately, it creates a dry mouth; bacteria can consequently flourish and produce damaging acids on our teeth and gums that saliva can’t fight. The result is morning halitosis, our body’s way of informing us that something undesirable is occurring in our mouths at night. Many factors influence saliva flow and consequently worsen halitosis. ● Snoring or breathing through your mouth increases your risk of morning halitosis. Either of these conditions induces dry mouth, enhancing bacterial growth. ● Medications, including many over-the-counter drugs, cause dry mouth as a side effect. The most typical are drugs used to treat depression, nerve pain (neuropathy) and anxiety, as well as some antihistamines, decongestants, muscle relaxants and pain medications. That’s why older people, who are often on many medications, frequently find their breath unpleasant in the morning. ● Smokers are more prone to halitosis because smoking greatly reduces saliva flow and increases mouth temperature, providing a better environment for bacteria to thrive and reproduce. ● Allergies also contribute. Mucus in the back of your throat produces postnasal drip, a strong source of bacteria-causing bad breath, which is even worse if there is sinus infection. continued on page 60

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Faith

Community of Faith News Saint Elizabeth Welcomes New Priest

On Aug. 26, after serving for six years at Saint Elizabeth Orthodox Church in Woodstock, Father Frederick Watson retired. Father Frederick and Pani Sue Watson were instrumental in guiding the church through the purchase of property on East Cherokee Drive and renovating the building into the existing church. On Aug. 23 church members gathered to honor Father Frederick and Pani Sue for their work at Saint Elizabeth. The new priest, Father Matthew Dutko and his Pani Katheryn were welcomed at an open house on Sept. 13. Father Matthew is the third St. Elizabethâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new priest, member of his family to serve the Father Matthew Dutko. Orthodox faith in the Holy Priesthood. Saint Elizabeth Orthodox Church, located at 2265 East Cherokee Drive in Woodstock, is a pan-Orthodox church with all services in English.

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Merry Market Christmas Crafts & Bazaar

Canton First United Methodist Church will hold their Merry Market Christmas Crafts & Bazaar from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. on Nov. 1. The church is located at 930 Lower Scott Mill Road in Canton. This event is open to the public and admission is free. Vendor booth space is available for a fee. Proceeds will be used to benefit Habitat for Humanity. For more information and a vendor application form, visit cantonfirstumc.org/merry-market.

Casting Crowns in Concert

As a part of their fall Thrive Tour, Casting Crowns will perform at 7 p.m. on Nov. 7 at First Baptist Church Woodstock. They will be joined by special guests Mandisa and Sidewalk Prophets. Tickets are on sale now at FBCW and prices start at $18. For more info, contact the church at (770) 926-4428 or visit fbcw.org.

Christmas Concert at Historic Fox Theatre

Longtime friends Amy Grant and Michael W. Smith will pair up for an exclusive holiday performance on Dec. 15 at Atlantaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s historic Fox Theatre. Tickets range from $39 - 150 and are on sale at FoxTheatre. org, by calling (855) 285-8499 or at the Fox Theatre Ticket Office. The multi-platinum Grammy winners will perform favorite songs from their Christmas albums as well as music from other select projects.

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Reference

WOODSTOCK CITY GUIDE Stay Connected on Facebook

City of Woodstock: www.facebook.com/WOODSTOCKGAGOVT

City Manager Jeffrey S. Moon (770) 592-6001, jmoon@woodstockga.gov Rhonda Smith, exec. assistant (770) 592-6001, rsmith@woodstockga.gov

City Council Representatives

Woodstock Fire: www.facebook.com/woodstockfireandrescue

For minutes and agendas of meetings, visit www.woodstockga.iqm2.com.

Woodstock Main Street: www.facebook.com/MainStreetWoodstock

Ward 1: Warren Johnson

Woodstock Parks and Recreation: www.facebook.com/woodstockparks

Ward 2: Chris Casdia

Woodstock Police: www.facebook.com/woodstockpolicegeorgia

Ward 3: Bob Mueller

Woofstock Dog Park: www.facebook.com/woofstockpark

Ward 4: Liz Baxter

On Twitter

Ward 6: Tessa Basford

www.twitter.com/woodstockpd www.twitter.com/woodstockfd www.twitter.com/woodstockparks www.nixle.com Sends alerts, advisories and community notifications from the city of Woodstock and Cherokee County Sheriff Department. www.cherokeega-sheriff.org A resource to check for registered sex offenders in your neighborhood. Click on Georgia Sexual Offender Registry then click on Register for Email Alerts for updates. City of Woodstock government (770) 592-6000

City Officials

Mayor Donnie Henriques (770) 592-6001, dhenriques@woodstockga.gov

Community Development Jessica Guinn, direct (770) 592-6050 ext. 1600, jguinn@woodstockga.gov Finance Robert Porche, CFO (770) 592-6003, rporche@woodstockga.gov Parks and Recreation Preston Pooser, (770) 517-6788, ppooser@woodstockga.gov

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Ward 5: Bud Leonard Council appointed committees: Downtown Development Authority and Convention & Visitors Bureau; Ethics Board; Parks and Recreation Advisory Board.

Economic Development

Downtown Development Authority Convention & Visitors Bureau Brian Stockton, Director (770) 592-6056, bstockton@woodstockga.gov Woodstock Visitors Center/Dean’s Store Kyle Bennett, Tourism Manager, (770) 924-0406 kbennett@woodstockga.gov Mitzi Saxon, Administrative Coordinator, (770) 592-6056 or x-2250 msaxon@woodstockga.gov

Public Safety

George Williams, Community outreach, Fire Marshal’s office (770) 5926000 ext 1845, gwilliams@woodstockga.gov. Woodstock Police Department (770) 592-6030 Woodstock Post Office (770) 591-0364

CHEROKEE COUNTY CONTACTS Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce

(770) 345-0400

Cherokee County Government

www.cherokeega.com Building Permits, Business Licenses (770) 721-7810 Commissioners (678) 493-6001 Engineering Office (Traffic Signals) (678) 493-6077 Environmental Health (770) 479-0444 Extension Office (770) 479-0418 Jury Phone (770) 479-9011 Justice Center (Courts, Judges, etc.) (770) 479-1953 Planning & Land Use (678) 493-6101 Senior Services (770) 345-2675 Sheriff’s Office www.cherokeega-sheriff.org (678) 493-4100 Voter Registration (770) 479-0407

Taxes

Cherokee Recreation and Parks Agency www.crpa.net. (770) 924-7768 (Includes Aquatic Center, Barnett Park, Blankets Creek, Cherokee Mills, Field’s Landing Park, Kenny Askew Park) Cherokee Tennis Association, www.cherokeetennis.org (678) 909-0252 Cherokee Youth Lacrosse Assoc., http://cherokeelacrosse.uslaxteams.com South Cherokee Recreation Association (SCRA)

(770) 928-5917

Cherokee Youth Football Association, www.cyfa.org

(770) 710-2835

North Atlanta Soccer Association: www.nasa-ga.org

(770) 926-4175

SCRA Baseball www.scrabaseball.com Wildlife Action, Inc. www.wildlifeactiongeorgia.com

(770) 924-7464

Pets Animal Control

(678) 493-6200

License Plates/Tags, Property Tax – Canton office (678) 493-6400 Woodstock office (770) 924-4099 Renewals online https://mvd.dor.ga.gov/tags/ Tax Assessors/Evaluation (678) 493-6120

Cherokee County Animal Shelter & Pet Adoptions

www.cchumanesociety.org

(770) 928-5115

Children and Family

Emergency Veterinary Clinic

(770) 924-3720

Anna Crawford Children’s Center (770) 345-8100 Bethesda Community Clinic (678) 880-9654 Cherokee County Boys & Girls Club (770) 720-7712 Cherokee County Foster & Adoptive Parents Assoc. www.fosteroradopt.org (770) 378-0759 Cherokee Family Violence Center (770) 479-1804 Cherokee FOCUS (770) 345-5483 Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children (CASA) www.casacherokee.org (770) 345-3274 Division of Family & Children Services (770) 720-3610 Goshen Valley Boys Ranch www.goshenvalley.org (770) 796-4618 Hope Center www.hopectr.com (770) 924-0864 MUST Ministries - Cherokee www.mustministries.org (770) 479-5397 Never Alone www.neveralone.org (770) 363-5272 Next Step Ministries www.nextstepministries.net (770) 592-1227 North Georgia Angel House www.angelhousega.com (770) 479-9555 North Georgia Pregnancy Center www.ngapregnancy.org (706) 253-6303 Papa’s Pantry www.papaspantry.org (770) 591-4730

Hospitals

Kennestone North Fulton Northside Hospital — Cherokee

Hotlines — 24-hour help lines

Battered Women Hotline Drug Tip Line (Cherokee Co. Sheriff) Poison Control Center Poison Control Center (outside metro Atlanta) Probate Court Information Line Sexual Assault & Family Violence Center

Parks and Recreation

(770) 793-5000 (770) 751-2500 (770) 720-5100 (770) 479-1703 (770) 345-7920 (404) 616-9000 (800) 222-1222 (770) 704-2610 (770) 427-3390

Cherokee Hockey In Line League (CHILL) roller hockey www.cherokeehockey.org Cherokee Outdoor YMCA, 201 E Bells Ferry Road www.ymca.net Cherokee Senior Softball Association www.cssasoftball.com Cherokee County Soccer Assoc. www.csaimpact.com (770) 704-0187

www.cherokeega-animals.org

(770) 345-7270

Cherokee County Humane Society

Funds 4Furry Friends

(770) 842-8893

Lost Pets:

www.townelaker.com.

(click on lost and found pet button to report missing pet) Pet Buddies Food Pantry

www.petbuddiesfoodpantry.org

Community Veterinary Care www.communityveterinarycare.com

(678) 640-3512

Utilities Atlanta Gas Light Co. www.aglc.com

(770) 907-4231

Canton Water www.canton-georgia.com

(770) 704-1500

Cherokee Water & Sewerage Auth. www.ccwsa.com

(770) 479-1813

Cobb EMC www.cobbemc.com

(770) 429-2100

Georgia Power www.georgiapower.com

(888) 660-5890

Woodstock Water www.woodstockga.gov

(770) 926-8852

Recycling Center

(770) 516-4195

Free, Reduced-Price Health Care Bethesda Community Clinic www.bethesdacommunityclinic.org

(678) 880-9654

Cherokee County Health Department www.nghd.org/CherokeeHealth

(770) 345-7371

Urgent Care Facilities American Family Care, 6440 Bells Ferry Rd. Woodstock, (770) 200-1220 Northside Cherokee Urgent Care, off exit 11 at I-575

(678) 426-5450

Physician’s Express Care at Towne Lake 900 Towne Lake Pkwy. #104 Woodstock

(770) 693-5880

SHEFA Urgent Care 2000 Village Professional Dr. #110, Canton

(678) 661-3166

Wellstar Urgent Care 120 Stonebridge Pkwy. Woodstock (off exit 8)

(678) 494-2500

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Reference

WOODSTOCK AREA CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS BUSINESS ORGANIZATIONS Cherokee Area Business Connection Meets Every Wednesday at 7:15 a.m. Marci Zied, (770) 345-8687 Empowered Women Through Synergy Meets third Thursday at 8.30 a.m. at J Christopher’s in downtown Woodstock Shahida Baig (678) 445-3900 Main Street Woodstock Meets Last Friday of every month at 8 a.m. at 8534 Main Street at City Center www.mainstreetwoodstock.org No Fee Referral Network Woodstock Meets Every Monday morning at 7:30 am at IHOP 8979 Hwy 92. www.meetup.com/No-Fee-ReferralNetwork-Woodstock North Georgia Referral Network meets Every Tuesday morning at 8 a.m. at J. Christophers, 315 Chambers Street, (770) 592-5990 The Joy of Connecting Networking for Women Meets Third Thursday at 6:45 p.m. Edeline Dryden (678) 789-6158 www.thejoyofconnecting.com Cherokee Toastmasters Club meets noon-1:15 p.m. Wednesdays at the Bank of North Georgia, 200 Parkway 575, Woodstock. Contact: Richard Stacy at (843) 697-5189, richbstacy@gmail.com. www.cherokeetoastmasters.com. Together We Rise meets Second & Fourth Tuesdays at 11:30 a.m. at Featherstone’s at Towne Lake Hills, Pat Snipes, (404) 569-5280 Towne Lake Business Association meets Third Tuesday at 12:30 p.m. at Featherstone’s Grille at Towne Lake Hills, (770) 615-3350, www.tlba.org

24-hr, (404) 452-6248, Info (404) 496-4038 www.ahimsahouse.org

local families in need. Email aaeverydayangels@ gmail.com

Angel House Girls Home is a residential facility for girls 12-18 to learn self-sufficiency. (770) 479-9555, www.angelhousega.com

Funds 4 Furry Friends helps those in need with food, spay/neuter and medical attention for their pets. Gina Jeter, (770) 842-8893, www.funds4furryfriends.com

Anna Crawford Children’s Center a child abuse and prevention program for children and adults. (770) 345-8100, www.cherokeechildadvocates.org

Georgia Animal Project offers high quality, lowcost spay and neuter services for dogs and cats throughout North Georgia. (770) 704-PAWS (7297) www.theanimalproject.org

Bethany Place transitional home for single women, unwed mothers. (770) 479-9462 www.bethanyplacehome.org CASA for Children promotes the health & happiness of children impacted by abuse through programs that increase their safety and improve their educational, social and emotional functioning. Volunteers and partners welcomed! Contact: Deidre Hollands (770) 345-3274. www.casacherokee.org

Goshen Valley Boys Ranch offers care and counsel to young men in the DFCS system. (770) 796-4618, www.goshenvalley.org

CCHS Thrift Store located at 5900 Bells Ferry Road, Acworth, (770) 592-8072. Accepts donations and sells used household items to raise money for Cherokee County Humane Society.

Habitat for Humanity North Central Georgia (770) 345-1879, www.habitat-ncg.org

Cherokee Child Advocacy Council, Inc. Anna Crawford Children’s Center and Parents HELP at 319 Lamar Haley Pkwy., Canton Amy Economopolous, (770) 592-9779 www.cherokeechildadvocates.org Cherokee County Animal League Contact: Steve Monahan at CherokeeAnimal League@gmail.orgor (770) 712-4077 Cherokee County Family Violence Center offers emergency shelter and crisis intervention, affordable housing, education, support services. (770) 479-1703, Spanish (770) 720-7050 www.cfvc.org

Towne Lake PowerCore Team meets every Friday at 7:15 — 8:45 a.m. at Featherstone’s Grille at Towne Lake Hills, Marc Replogle, (770) 952-5000, X20 or (404) 816-3377, www.powercore.net

Cherokee County Humane Society (CCHS) (770) 928-5115, admin@cchumanesociety.org www.cchumanesociety.org

Women of Woodstock meets First & Third Wednesday at Featherstone’s Grille at Towne Lake Hills, info@womenofwoodstock.com www.womenofwoodstock.com

Cherokee FOCUS works to improve the lives of children and families through collaborative programs and initiative. Sonia Carruthers (770) 345-5483 www.cherokeefocus.org

Woodstock Business Networking Group meets: 7:30 a.m. Tuesdays at Atlanta Bread Company, 180 Woodstock Square Ave., Woodstock. Lee West (770) 591-7101 Woodstock Community Business Association Meets Second Monday at 12 noon at Tuscany Italian Restaurant, 250 Cinema Way WCBusinessAssoc@aol.com

CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS Ahimsa House helps victims of domestic violence who need help getting their pets to safety.

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Give a Kid a Chance – Cherokee sponsors a yearly back-to-school bash. www.giveakidachance.org

Green Pets America Rescue animal rescue group (770) 712-4077, SteveMonahan777@gmail.com www.GPACharities.US

Harvesting Hope Ministries gives surgery care packs to children facing liver and kidney failure. Contact: dawn@harvestinghopeministries.org. www.harvestinghopeministries.org. Healing Hands Youth Ranch offers safe, peaceful environment where abused and at-risk children are paired with rescue horses for hope and healing. Jennifer Simonis (770) 633-4451 www.hhyr.org Hearing Loss Association of America meets 2-4 p.m. on the last Sunday of the month at the William Long Senior Center in Woodstock. HopeQuest Ministry Group helps people who struggle intensely with life dominating issues related to alcohol abuse, substance abuse and/or sexual brokenness. (678) 391-5950, www.hqmg.org HOPE Center offers support for unplanned pregnancy. (770) 924-0864, info@TheHopeCtr.com www.hopectr.com HOPE Center — Baby & More Thrift Store (770) 517-4450 www.babyandmorethriftstore.com

Cherokee County Senior Services offers educational, social, leisure and recreational activities for senior citizens looking for socialization. Located at 1001 Univeter Rd., Canton (770) 345-2675 www.cherokeega.com

Hospice Advantage needs volunteers. (770) 218-1997, www.hospiceadvantage.com

Community Veterinary Care provides professional veterinary care for pets whose owners have limited financial means.(678) 640-3512, www.communityveterinarycare.com

MUST Ministries offers groceries, hot meals, emergency shelter, supportive housing, clothing, employment services, summer lunch and more from five locations in eight counties, including the Canton office at 111 Brown Industrial Pkwy.

Everyday Angels offers financial assistance for

Iron Hearts is a therapeutic horsemanship program for children and adults with special needs. (678) 493-5775, www.ironhearts.org

Never Alone Outreach provides food and clothing assistance to Cherokee Co. families in need. Apply for assistance at: NeverAlone.Org

Woodstock Midday Optimist Club Meets Every Wednesday at 12 noon at Folks, 180 Parkway 575, Johnny Young, (770) 345-6158

Next Step Ministries offers a therapeutic day program, Saturday Respite, camps and special events for people with special needs. (770) 592-1227, www.nextstepministries.net

Woodstock VFW Post 10683 Meets Second Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Woodstock Senior Center, 223 Arnold Mill Road Andrew Yrabedra, (404) 663-4663

Papa’s Pantry is a year-round local food ministry. Lynne Saunders, (770) 591-4730, www.papaspantry.org

POLITICAL ORGANIZATIONS

Pet Buddies Food Pantry has pet food collection bin at TowneLaker offices, 2449 Towne Lake Pkwy (678) 310-9858 www.petbuddiesfoodpantry.org Safe Kids Cherokee County — Call for an appt. for free child safety seat inspections. (770) 721-7808, www.cherokeesafekids.org Volunteer Aging Council, a non-profit that helps to raise funds for our seniors of Cherokee County. www.vac-cherokeega.org

Cherokee County Democrat Party meets Second Thursday at 7 p.m. at Holly Springs Train Depot, www.cherokeedems.com Cherokee County Libertarians meet 7:30 p.m. on the third Tuesday at the Cherokee Co. Board of Realtors Training Center, 1600 River Park Blvd., Suite 104, Woodstock. http://cherokeelp.org. Cherokee County Republican Party Meets Second Saturday at 9 a.m. at Winchesters Woodfire Grill, Canton, (678) 809-1411 Cherokee Tea Party Patriots meet at 4 p.m.

CIVIC ORGANIZATIONS

the third Sunday at Latimer Hall in Woodstock.

AARP Woodstock Chapter is for anyone 50+ Meets Second Tuesday at 11:30 a.m. at Featherstone’s Grille at Towne Lake Hills Rich, (770) 926-1944

Republican Women of Cherokee County (678) 520-2236, www.rwccga.com

American Legion Post 316 Meets Third Thursday at 7:30 p.m. at William G. Long Senior Center, 223 Arnold Mill Road Irma Martin, (678) 662-2366 Cherokee County Service League (770) 704-5991, http://serviceleague.net Cherokee County Historical Society (770) 345-3288, www.rockbarn.org Junior Service League of Woodstock (770) 592-3535, http://jslwoodstock.org/ Rotary Club of Woodstockm eets Every Tuesday at 7:30 a.m. at IHOP on Highway 92. Gary Floyd, (404) 506-6878, glfloyd@southernco.com South Cherokee Optimist Club Meets Every Friday at 7:30 a.m. at Featherstone’s Grille at Towne Lake Hills (770) 926-3522 Towne Lake Optimist Club Meets Every Wednesday at 12 noon at Eagle Watch Golf Club, Charlice Byrd, (404) 557-2218 www.townelakeoptimists.com Woodstock Jaycees Meets First Tuesday & Third Thursday at 7 p.m. at 216 Rope Mill Road (404) 690-4452 Woodstock Lions Club Meets Second & Fourth Tuesdays at 7 p.m. at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, (770) 906-2958 Woodstock Masons Lodge #246 F. & A.M., Inc. Meets Second & Fourth Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. at Corner of Air Acres Way & Arnold Mill Rd. lodge.info@woodstocklodge246.org

Conrad Quagliaroli (770) 592-6545

RECREATION & HOBBIES

William G. Long Senior Center 223 Arnold Mill Road , (678) 445-6518

SUPPORT ORGANIZATIONS Adoption/Infertility Support Group Meets First Wednesday at 7 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Woodstock Cindy Braddock, (678) 445-3131 Alzheimer/Dementia Support Group Meets First Thursday at 7 p.m. at Atria, 1000 Professional Way, (770) 926-0119 Breast Cancer Support Group Meets First Thursday of each month at 10 a.m. — 12 noon at Northside Hospital — Cherokee, Diabetes Classroom, Educational Center (404) 843-1880 Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-centered recovery program. www.celebraterecovery.com Canton-Cherokee TRIAD/S.A.L.T. (Seniors & Law Enforcement Together) Meets Second Tuesday at 8:30 a.m. at G.Cecil Pruitt YMCA in Canton (Hall of Fame Room) Dale Walz (404) 375-8193 Cherokee County Lupus Support Group Meets Second Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at New Light Church Hall, Pam Bennett, (404) 975-7580

Allatoona Gold Panners. Periodic events and outings to pan the creeks in the Dahlonega Gold Belt along the Lake. Contact Rob Kelly, rrkelly@ bellsouth.net.

C.H.O.O.S.E. of Woodstock Meets first Monday at 7 p.m. mailbox@chooseofwoodstockga.org

Arts Alliance of Georgia, Inc. Meets Second Saturday at 10 a.m. at Studio 101, 101 Emma Lane, www.artsalliancega.org

Diabetes Support Group Meets Third Tuesday at 9:30 & 11 a.m. at Emeritus Assisted Living, 756 Neese Rd., Woodstock, Linda Watson, (770) 793-7818.

Blue Skies Laughter Club Meets Every Wednesday 7 — 8 p.m. at Northside-Cherokee Medical Offices, 100 Stoneforest Dr., 1st floor conf. room Craig Whitley (404) 520-0221 www.addlaughter.com Cherokee Community Chorale (678) 439-8625, www.cherokeechorale.org Cherokee County Arts Center 94 North Street, Canton (770) 704-6244, www.CherokeeArts.org Cherokee County Master Gardeners (770) 479-0418, www.caes.uga.edu/extension/ cherokee/mastergardeners/ Cherokee Photography Club www.cherokeepc.org Christian Authors Guild Meets 7-9 p.m. first and third Monday at Prayer and Praise Christian Fellowship, 6409 Bells Ferry Road, Woodstock, www.christianauthorsguild.org Les Marmitons is for men interested in culinary arts. Meets Third Tue. at 6:30 p.m. at Chattahoochee Tech, Larry Lodisio (770) 516-5197

Georgia Canines for Independence www.gcidogs.org, (404) 824-4637 Grand parents Raising GRANDchildren Meets Second & Fourth Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Transfiguration Catholic Church, Marietta (nursery available) , Jeannie, (770) 919-9275 Jewish Havurah call Marcia, (770) 345-8687 La Leche League of South Cherokee Meets First Tuesday at 10 a.m. & Third Wed. 7 p.m. at Bascomb United Methodist Church Marguerite, (678) 315-7686 Megan, (770) 517-0191 MOMS Club Towne Lake — 30188-30189 https://sites.google.com/site/ momscluboftownelakewoodstock/ Email: momscluboftownelake@gmail.com MOPS — Mothers of Preschoolers (birth — K) Meets Second & Fourth Mondays at 9:30 a.m. at Hillside UMC, 4474 Towne Lake Pkwy (770) 924-4777 Spirit of Success Career Clothing Connection Provides professional business attire at no cost. (770) 956-0711.

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Reference

COMMUNITY OF FAITH ADVENTIST

Temple Kol Emeth 1415 Old Canton Rd., Marietta, (770) 973-3533 www.kolemeth.net

UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST

Cherokee 101 Rope Mill Rd., Woodstock, (770) 591-7304 http://cherokee.netadvent.org/

MESSIANIC JEWISH CONGREGATIONS

Emerson 4010 Canton Rd., Marietta, (770) 578-1533 www.emersonuu.org

AME

Congregation Beth Hallel, 950 Pine Grove Rd., Roswell (770) 641-3000, www.bethhallel.org

OTHERS

Allen Temple AME 232 N. Arnold Mill Rd., Woodstock, (770) 926-6348 www.allentempleame.org

Tikvah l’Chaim 4206 N. Arnold Mill Rd., Woodstock, (678) 936-4125 www.tlchaim.com

Awakening 180 Pkwy. 575, Suite 140, Woodstock, (770) 924-4150 www.awakeningwoodstock.com

St. Paul 390 Crisler St., Canton, (770) 479-9691 www.stpaulame-canton.org

LUTHERAN

Branches of Christ 5946 Jacobs Rd., Acworth, (770) 917-4964 www.branchesofchrist.com

BAPTIST

Good Shepherd 1208 Rose Creek Dr., Woodstock, (770) 924-7286 www.gslutheran.org

Cherokee Baptist 7770 Hickory Flat Hwy., Woodstock, (770) 720-3399 www.cherokeebaptistchurch.org

Timothy Lutheran (LC-MS) 556 Arnold Mill Rd., Woodstock, (770) 928-2812 www.TLCWoodstock.ctsmemberconnect.net

Crossroads Community Church 2317 Bascomb-Carmel Rd., Woodstock, (770) 592-7007

ORTHODOX

Crossroads Primitive Baptist Church 3100 Trickum Rd., Woodstock, (770) 710-1068 www.crossroadspbc.org

St. Elizabeth 2263 East Cherokee Dr., Woodstock, (770) 485-0504, www.stelizabethga.org

Faith Community 659 Arnold Mill Rd., Woodstock, (770) 516-1996 www.faithcommunitychurch.org

PRESBYTERIAN

First Baptist of Woodstock 11905 Hwy. 92, Woodstock, (770) 926-4428 www.fbcw.org Hillcrest Baptist 6069 Woodstock Rd., Acworth, (770) 917-9100 www.hbcacworth.org New Victoria Baptist 6659 Bells Ferry Rd., (770) 926-8448 www.newvicbaptist.org

Cherokee Christ Covenant (PCA) Cherokee County’s South Annex Rec Center, 7545 Main Street, Bldg. 200, Woodstock www.cc-pca.org Heritage 5323 Bells Ferry Rd., Woodstock, (770) 926-3558 www.heritagepres.com Woodstock 345 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock, (770) 926-0074 www.woodstockpcusa.com

ROMAN CATHOLIC

South Cherokee Baptist 7504 Hwy. 92, Woodstock, (770) 926-0422 www.cherokeebaptistchurch.org

St. Michael the Archangel 490 Arnold Mill Rd., Woodstock, (770) 516-0009 www.saintmichaelcc.org

CHURCH OF GOD

Transfiguration Catholic Church 1815 Blackwell Rd. NE., Marietta, (770) 977-1442 www.transfiguration.com

Bells Ferry 6718 Bells Ferry Rd., Woodstock, (770) 592-2956 www.bellsferry.com

EPISCOPAL Christ the Redeemer Charismatic 6488 Hickory Flat Hwy., Canton, (404) 395-5003 www.ctrcec.com Episcopal Church-Annunciation 1673 Jamerson Rd., Marietta, (770) 928-7916 www.annunciationepiscopal.org Saint Clement’s 2795 Ridge Rd., Canton, (770) 345-6722 www.stclementscanton.org

JEWISH Chabad Jewish Center 4255 Wade Green Rd. NW, Suite 120, Kennesaw (678) 460-7702, www.jewishWoodstock.com Congregation Ner Tamid Reform Jewish Congregation, (678) 264-8575 www.mynertamid.org Congregation Etz Chaim 1190 Indian Hills, Marietta, (770) 973-0137 www.etzchaim.net Temple Kehillat Chaim 1145 Green St., Roswell, (770) 641-8630 www.kehillatchaim.org

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UNITED METHODIST

BridgePointe 233 Arnold Mill Rd. Ste. 400, Woodstock, (770) 517-2977 www.bridgepointechurch.org Christian Praise Center 1358 Sixes Rd., Canton, (770) 924-7532 www.christianpraisecenter.com Church at North Gate 9876 Main St., Ste. 250, Woodstock, (678) 494-2193 www.ngca.org Cornerstone Community 503 Hickory Ridge Tr., Ste. 160, Woodstock (678) 439-5108, www.ccchurchonline.org Dayspring 6835 Victory Dr., Acworth, (770) 516-5733 www.dayspring-online.com Empowerment Tabernacle 507 Industrial Dr., Woodstock, (770) 928-7478 www.EmpowermentTabernacle.com Faith Family 5744 Bells Ferry Rd., Acworth, (770) 926-4560 His Hands 550 Molly Ln., Woodstock, (770) 405-2500 www.hishandschurch.com Momentum 110 Londonderry Ct., Ste. 130, Woodstock (678) 384-4919, www.MomentumChurch.tv Prayer & Praise Christian Fellowship 6409 Bells Ferry Rd., Woodstock, (770) 928-2795 www.prayerandpraise.org

Resurrection Anglican Bascomb 231 Arnold Mill Rd., Woodstock, (770) 591-0040 2295 Bascomb-Carmel Rd., Woodstock, (770) 926-9755 www.rezwoodstock.org www.bascombchurch.org Sovereign Grace CITY ON A HILL 471 Arnold Mill Rd., Woodstock, (678) 494-2100 7745 Main St., Woodstock, (678) 445-3480 www.sgcatlanta.org www.coahumc.org Towne Lake Community Hillside 132 North Medical Pkwy., Woodstock, (678) 445-8766 4474 Towne Lake Pkwy., Woodstock www.tlcchurch.com (770) 924-4777 www.hillsideumc.org Watermarke Liberty Hill 2126 Sixes Rd., Canton, (678) 880-9092 141 Railroad St., Canton www.watermarkechurch.com (678) 493-8920 www.libertyhillumc.org Woodstock Christian Little River 7700 Hwy. 92, Woodstock, (770) 926-8238 12455 Hwy. 92, Woodstock www.woodstockchristian.org (770) 926-2495 www.littleriverumc.info Woodstock Church of Christ Mt. Gilead 219 Rope Mill Rd., Woodstock 889 Arnold Mill Rd., Woodstock (770) 926-8838 www.woodstockchurchofchrist.org (770) 591- 0837 www.ngumc.org Woodstock Church of the Nazarene Sixes 874 Arnold Mill Rd., Woodstock 8385 Bells Ferry Rd., Canton, (770) 345-7644 (770) 924-4499 www.wcnga.com www.sixesumc.org Woodstock Community Church Woodstock 237 Rope Mill Rd., Woodstock 109 Towne Lake Pkwy., Woodstock, (770) 516-0371 (770) 926-8990 www.wcchurch.org

ELECTED & APPOINTED OFFICIALS United States Government

President Barack Obama (D)

(202) 456-1414 fax: (202) 456-2461

Sen. Saxby Chambliss (R)

(202) 224-3521 GA: (770) 763-9090

Sen. Johnny Isakson (R)

(202) 224-3643 GA: (770) 661-0999

1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, D.C. 20500 www.whitehouse.gov 100 Galleria Parkway, Suite 1340, Atlanta, GA 30339 http://chambliss.senate.gov 1 Overton Park, Suite 970 3625 Cumberland Blvd, Atlanta, GA 30339 http://isakson.senate.gov Rep. Phil Gingrey, M.D. (R) District 11 100 North Street Suite 150, Canton, GA 30114 http://gingrey.house.gov

State Government

Governor Nathan Deal (R)

203 State Capitol, 206 Washington St. Atlanta, GA 30334 www.gov.georgia.gov

Sen. Brandon Beach (R) District 21 brandon.beach@senate.ga.gov Sen. Jack Murphy (R) District 27

jack.murphy@senate.ga.gov

(202) 225-2931 GA: (770) 345-2931

(404) 652-7003 (404) 463-1378 (770) 887-1960 fax: (770) 205-0602

Rep. Sam Moore (R) District 22

(404) 656-0220 (404) 656-0254

(678) 493-6270 (678) 493-6260 (678) 493-6240

State Court (678) 493-6480 (678) 493-6490 (678) 493-6480

(678) 493-6431 (678) 493-6431

Probate Court Judge Keith Wood (R)

bpoole@cherokeega.com jnelms@cherokeega.com

Cherokee County Coroner Earl W. Darby

(770) 735-8055

Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office

www.cherokeega-sheriff.org

Sheriff Roger Garrison (R)

(678) 493-4100 fax: (678) 493-4228

498 Chattin Drive Canton, GA 30115 rdgarrison@cherokeega.com

Cherokee County Tax Commissioner Sonya Little

(678) 493-6400 fax: (678) 493-6420

2780 Marietta Highway, Canton, GA 30114 slittle@cherokeega.com

Cherokee County School Board

www.cherokee.k12.ga.us

Superintendent, Dr. Frank Petruzielo

(770) 479-1871 fax: (770) 479-1236 (678) 493-8088

kyla.cromer@cherokee.k12.ga.us Patsy Jordan (R) District 2

(770) 893-2970

patsy.jordan@cherokee.k12.ga.us

Michael Geist (R) District 3

(404) 462-4950

michael.geist@cherokee.k12.ga.us

Janet Read (R) Chair

(770) 516-1444

janet.read@cherokee.k12.ga.us

Magistrate Court Chief Judge James E. Drane III (R) Judge Gregory Douds

Brian Poole (R) District 3

Kyla Cromer (R) District 1

Superior Court

Chief Judge Clyde J. Gober, Jr. Judge W. Alan Jordan Judge A. Dee Morris

Ray Gunnin (R) District 2

221 West Main St., Canton, GA 30114 drp@cherokee.k12.ga.us

Cherokee County Courts Chief Judge David Cannon Jr. Judge Jackson Harris Judge Ellen McElyea

hjohnston@cherokeega.com

Jason Nelms (R) District 4

(678) 576-2644

mandi.ballinger@house.ga.gov

rgunnin@cherokeega.com

Rep. Scot Turner (R) District 21

Rep. Mandi Ballinger (R) District 23

L.R. “Buzz” Ahrens (R) Chairman

lbahrens@cherokeega.com

Harry Johnston (R) District 1

(678) 523-8570

scot@turnerforhouse.com

www.cherokeega.com (678) 493-6001

Commissioners

Rep. Michael Caldwell (R) District 20

michael@CaldwellforHouse.com

Cherokee County Board of Commissioners

1130 Bluffs Pkwy., Canton, GA 30114

Rick Steiner (R) District 4

(770) 721-4398, x4370

rick.steiner@cherokee.k12.ga.us

Rob Usher (R) District 5 (678) 493-6160

Juvenile Court Chief Judge John B. Sumner Judge Anthony Baker

District Attorney Shannon Wallace

(678) 493-6250 (678) 493-6280 (770) 479-1488

Clerk of Courts Patty Baker

(678) 493-6511

(770) 928-0341

rob.usher@cherokee.k12.ga.us

Robert Wofford (R) District 6 (Vice-Chair) robert.wofford@cherokee.k12.ga.us

(770) 345-6256

City Government City of Woodstock Mayor Donnie Henriques

www.woodstockga.gov (770) 592-6001

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The Lesson from a 10-Year-Old: Never Quit

Basic Home Electrical Safety Tips

Life does not always stick to the plan we have for ourselves. Nobody gets married to get a divorce. Nobody ever plans to lose a child. Very few people desire to get laid off or find themselves in financial peril. We all expect to remain healthy for our whole lives. When life does not work according to our plan, we find ourselves lost, hurting, frustrated and losing sight of what our overall life mission was in the first place. The only thing we do know about life is we really don’t know much about what’s to come. We all must identify our life’s mission and create a plan to fulfill it. When our plan does not work, we remain true to our life mission, change our plan, move forward and never quit. In a simple football game, with an amazing tackle, Cullen English helped me see this. Hopefully 15 years from now he will be able to read this article and understand just how special that lesson from a 10-year-old was to me.

the circuit panel box to the off position. ● Always wear heavy, rubber-soled shoes ● Recruit an assistant to take notes and be with you in case of an accident. ● Never work around electricity in wet conditions, thunderstorms or when water is present. Water increases the risk of accidental shock. If you notice or experience any of the symptoms listed above, act quickly to remedy the problem. Homeowners who are apprehensive about working around electricity and electrical components should always contact a professional, state-certified licensed electrical contractor. The safety of you and your family members may depend on it.

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surgeries and future care. A new election for UM coverage that insurance companies are offering now is called “reduced” UM coverage. This coverage option allows people to save a little bit of money each month on their insurance bill at the risk that there will be enough liability coverage by the driver that hit them. This new “reduced” option can be extremely costly if you are ever in an accident where both you and the at-fault party have the same coverage amount. For example, if the at-fault driver has $25,000 liability and you have $25,000 in reduced UM coverage, your $25,000 UM is then reduced by $25,000 and you’re left with $0 in UM coverage. In a case where a client has $40,000 in medical bills, the most he or she would be able to recover in this situation would be $25,000. The small amount of money saved each month by purchasing the reduced UM coverage no longer seems like a savings when you now owe thousands of dollars in medical treatment. This is why you want to select “added-on” UM coverage, so you actually add additional insurance coverage on top of the atfault driver’s liability policy. For example, if the at-fault driver has $25,000 liability and you have $25,000 added-on UM, then you can now recover $50,000. Driving without auto insurance or the proper amount of coverage can be extremely costly. We encourage our local community to not only drive safely but also to make sure that you and your families are properly covered. Have you checked your auto coverage lately?

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prepared. I’m tempted to say the experience transformed my behavior so I no longer took my friends joy riding after hours. There may be a few who remember differently. At any rate, I didn’t give much thought back then to how my patient’s heart began to beat again, when I placed my fingers on her neck and prayed that she would live. But two decades witnessing healings and births, suffering and deaths, have changed my considerations. Although I still don’t know much, one thing I understand. While the process of life is biological, the reason for life is spiritual. Our souls are immortal. And our concern and prayers for others have profound powers we are only beginning to understand. ©Copyright 2014

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If you’re one of the 65 percent of Americans with halitosis, there’s good news: bad breath is treatable. Although we can’t control our saliva rate, we can choose to go to bed with clean teeth. Two simple goals will help reduce halitosis: (a) remove bacteria from your teeth (b) remove food particles from your teeth that serve as a food source for bacteria. ● Brush. Odor-causing bacteria accumulate between your teeth and on your tongue, so practicing good dental hygiene will help reduce morning breath. Brush for two minutes and don’t cut that time short. Brush just before bedtime so you don’t eat after brushing. Brush your tongue, especially the back of your tongue: 85 percent of bad breath comes from the tongue, according to Dr. Irwin Smigel, DDS. ● Floss. Flossing removes 30 to 40 percent of plaque and food particles lodged between your teeth in spaces that your toothbrush cannot reach. I recommend using the floss handles for greater dexterity. ● Rinse. Use rinses that have the seal of approval from the American Dental Association. Rinses require 30 seconds to be effective, but remember, they are not a substitute for excellent brushing and flossing.

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SCHOOL INFORMATION PUBLIC SCHOOLS Arnold Mill Elementary 710 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock (770) 592-3510 Principal: Kerry Martin www.cherokee.k12.ga.us/Schools/arnoldmill-es Carmel Elementary 2275 Bascomb-Carmel Road, Woodstock (770) 926-1237 Principal: Keith Bryant www.cherokee.k12.ga.us/Schools/carmel-es Johnston Elementary 2031 East Cherokee Drive, Woodstock (770) 928-2910 Principal: Kathleen Chandler www.cherokee.k12.ga.us/Schools/johnston-es Little River Elementary 3170 Trickum Road, Woodstock (770) 926-7566 Principal: Christian Kirby www.cherokee.k12.ga.us/Schools/littleriver-es Mountain Road Elementary 615 Mountain Road, Woodstock (770) 664-9708 Principal: Jennifer Landry www.cherokee.k12.ga.us/Schools/ mountainroad-es Woodstock Elementary 230 Rope Mill Road, Woodstock (770) 926-6969 Principal: Kim Montalbano www.cherokee.k12.ga.us/Schools/woodstock-es

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Principal: Mr. Richard Landolt www.cherokee.k12.ga.us/Schools/aceacademy Polaris Evening School 2010 Towne Lake Hills South Drive, Woodstock (770) 926-1662 Administrator: Dr. Curt Ashley www.cherokee.k12.ga.us/Schools/polaris River Ridge High 400 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock (770) 591-8450 Principal: Mr. Darrell Herring www.cherokee.k12.ga.us/Schools/riverridge-hs Sequoyah High 4485 Hickory Road, Canton (770) 345-1474 Principal: Elliot Berman www.cherokee.k12.ga.us/Schools/sequoyah-hs Woodstock High 2010 Towne Lake Hills South Drive Woodstock, (770) 592-3500 Principal: Dr. Paul Weir www.cherokee.k12.ga.us/Schools/woodstock-hs

PRIVATE SCHOOLS Cherokee Christian Academy and Cherokee Christian High School 3075 Trickum Road, Woodstock (678) 494-5464 www.cherokeechristian.org Middle & High School Principal: Richard Goff Elementary School: Robert Lester Compass Prep Academy Director: Laura George www.compassprep.org info@compassprep.org (404) 643-9424 Cornerstone Preparatory Academy 4310 Moon Station Lane, Acworth (770) 529-7077 Administrator: Jeanne Borders www.cornerstoneprep.org Furtah Preparatory School 5496 Highway 92, Acworth (678) 574-6488, www.furtahprep.org Headmaster: Fred Furtah Harvest Baptist School 3460 Kellogg Creek Road, Acworth Principal: Jamie Smithey (770) 974-9091 www.harvestbaptist.org Holdheide Education K-2 5234 Old Highway 5, Woodstock Principal: Tammy Dorsten

(770) 516-2292 www.MyGiftedKids.org Lyndon Academy 485 Toonigh Rd., Woodstock (770) 926-0166 Headmaster: Linda Murdock www.lyndonacademy.org North Cobb Christian School 4500 Lakeview Drive, Kennesaw (770) 975-0252 Headmaster: Todd Clingman www.ncchristian.org Northside Christian Academy 303 Hickory Ridge Trail, Suite 180 Woodstock, GA 30102 (770) 334-0648 Principal Jill Trout http://nca4hope.com Omega Academy (770) 792-7431 www.omegalearningcenter.com Shiloh Hills Christian School 260 Hawkins Store Road, Kennesaw (770) 926-7729 Administrator: John D. Ward www.shilohhills.com St. Joseph Catholic School 81 Lacy Street, Marietta (770) 428-3328 Principal: Patricia Allen www.stjosephschool.org

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Colby Family Chiropractic (770) 592-1915 10917 Hwy. 92, Suite 160, Woodstock www.colbychiropracticlifestyle.com

(Cosmetic, Family, Orthodontics, Prosthodontics and Pediatric) All About Family Dentistry 12186 Hwy. 92, Ste. 109, Woodstock Dr. Sara Farahani, (678) 238-0202

Fountain View Dentistry (770) 926-0000 www.fountainviewsmiles.com 1816 Eagle Drive, Bldg. 200, Suite A

Dr. Jeff Kincaid Orthodontics Woodstock: (770) 516-5773 355 Parkway 575, Ste. 200 Roswell: (770) 518-5180 540 W. Crossville Rd., Ste. 205 www.KincaidSmiles.com

PETS/ANIMALS Cherokee County Animal Shelter (770) 345-7270, cherokeega-animals.org 1015 Univeter Road, Canton

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North Georgia Audiology Cover, 1, 28,29 and Hearing Aid Center 203 Woodpark Place, Ste. B-100, Woodstock (770) 560-4775 www.NorthGeorgiaHearing.com

Northside Cherokee Surgical Assoc. 5 (770) 924-9656 www.ncsurgicalassociates.com 900 Towne Lake Pkwy., Ste. 412, Woodstock Northside Hospital – Cherokee (770) 720-5100, www.northside.com 201 Hospital Road, Canton

Park Pediatric Dentistry of Woodstock (770) 926-9260 www.PediatricWoodstockDentist.com 1816 Eagle Drive Suite 200-C

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Blue Sky Barbecue 9 295 Molly Lane, Ste. 100, Woodstock (770) 485-0503, www.BlueSkyBarbecue.com RETAILERS/SHOPPING Branches Boutique (770) 517-1505 2295 Towne Lake Pkwy. #140 370 Chambers St., (678) 540-5483

Jingle Bell Shop Inside front (770) 345-0400, www.cherokeechamber.com Max Video Games & More 43 (770) 924-9300 6424 Bells Ferry Rd., Ste. 124, Woodstock www.facebook.com/maxvideogames

Rudi Fine Jewelry 42 (678) 445-2626, rudifinejewelry@yahoo.com 6790 Hwy. 92, Acworth

Woodstock Pediatric Medicine 24 2000 Professional Way, Bldg. 200, Woodstock (770) 517-0250, www.woodstockpeds.com

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Moops 9 105 E. Main St., #116, Woodstock (770) 592-2609

Spillane Orthodontics (770) 928-4747 www.SpillaneOrtho.com 335 Parkway 575, Suite 200, Woodstock

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Wellstar Cancer Network (770) 956-STAR (7827) www.wellstar.org

Werner Pediatric Dentistry of Woodstock 48 (678) 224-5722 www.ChildrensDentistWoodstock.com 250 Parkbrooke Place, Ste. 250, Woodstock

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Raw Vintage Photography & Cinematography 22 8855 Main St., Woodstock, (404) 822-1402 www.daretobephoto.zenfolio.com

Spirited 8670 Main St., Ste. 2, Woodstock (678) 214-5304, www.spritlala.com

The Gifted Ferret 1910 Eagle Dr., Ste. 400, Woodstock (770) 693-5889, wwwthegiftedferret.com

Urban Renewal Consignment Shop (678) 398-7691 www.urcwoodstock.com 1085 Buckhead Crossing, Suite 120