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October 2015 Volume 2, Issue 12

12 Team KatieCakes

Neighbors, school friends, family join together for epilepsy fundraiser.

15 Amphitheater Plans

Woodstock’s summer concerts in 2016 will have a new venue in same location.

16 Tailgate Winners

Tasty recipes to try when cheering for your favorite team.

18 High School Gridiron

Woodstock, River Ridge High football seasons are in full swing.

20 University Football

Highlights from KSU’s inaugural game, Reinhardt season opener.

29 Harvest of Festivals

Plenty of options for celebrating fall season and cooler weather.

31 Coloring for Adults

There’s a grown-up version of this much-loved childhood activity.

46 Little Bellas

New opportunity for young girls interested in mountain biking.

52 Sweet Melodies

Methodist choral group brings joy and music to senior care facilities.

Contributing Writers Don Akridge Gloria Avillar Kyle Bennett Siobhan Brumbelow Michael Caldwell Trent Chambers Claire Frost Delia Halverson Dr. Scott Harden Dr. Jan Henriques Bob Hirsch Dan Jape Sean Kaufman Kimberly King-Spohn

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In Every Issue Mark Kissel Ann Litrel Dr. Mike Litrel Jackie Loudin Rob Macmillan Jeff Moon Matt Neal Brenda Pinnick Premier Group Jessica Leigh Smith Jodi Tiberio Lynne Watts George Williams Jamie Williams

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New Sanctuary Dedicated St. Michael the Archangel Roman Catholic Church in Woodstock recently dedicated a new sanctuary, with a dedication mass celebrated by Archbishop of Atlanta, Wilton D. Gregory, the church’s pastor, Father Larry The seating capacity inside the new facility is 1,100. Niese, 14 priests from the Archdiocese, a host of other notable guests and a sanctuary full of worshippers. Construction on the $8.5 million project began in March 2014. The new sanctuary was built onto the former church, which now has been turned into a Family Center. More than 1,100 worshippers can be seated in the new sanctuary, which nearly doubles the former church’s capacity. Ann Carey has been a parishioner since St. Michael the Archangel began as a mission in 1995. She spearheaded the fundraising effort for the building project, and is pleased with the outcome. She describes the church’s interior as “cruciform, traditional, elegant and timeless.” “The neutral color palette draws all the attention to the altar, tabernacle and crucifix, highlighting our Catholic faith,” she said. “The stained glass windows illustrate the 20 mysteries of the rosary and the large rose window over the tabernacle represents the seven holy sacraments and the Divine Mercy heart.” The church is at 490 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock 30188. www.saintmichaelcc.org.

What’s New Hot Dog Heaven has a food truck that will be parked at the BP station on Towne Lake Parkway from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesdays through Sundays. Hot Dog Heaven recently celebrated its 13th anniversary in downtown Woodstock. Bluegrass Dental, LLC has opened at 14205 Highway 92, Suite 107. Dr. James David Anderson practices a full scope of general and cosmetic dentistry with experience ranging from porcelain veneers to implants, crowns and bridges. 770-926-1113. Out Spokin’ has opened a second location, Out Spokin’ Outpost, at 3422 Sixes Road, Canton, next to Anytime Fitness. This location, which is half the size of the downtown Woodstock store, has a big fleet of rentals and services for Blankets Creek trail riders. 770-213-8667. Semper Fi Bar & Grille has opened at 9770 Main St., Woodstock, featuring burgers, wings, salads and sandwiches. Hours are 4-11 p.m. Monday, 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday, 4

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11 a.m.-2 a.m. Friday-Saturday and 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sunday. 770-672-0026. www.semperfibarandgrille.com Pie Bar has opened at 8720 Main St., Suite 130, next to Salt Factory Pub. Pie available by the slice, whole pie or custom orders. 678-402-6245. For updated hours, visit www. orderpiebar.com. Park 9 Apartments has opened at Ridgewalk Parkway and I-575 (exit 9), with one, two and three-bedroom floor plans available for lease. Amenities include a beach-entry pool, dog park, internet cafe and complimentary bike rental, with apartment interiors that feature granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, 9-foot ceilings and attached garages in selected homes. For rental information, call 1-470-226-3987. www. park9apts.com. Northside Cherokee Pediatrics has opened a second location in Suite 306 at the Northside/Towne Lake Medical Building at 900 Towne Lake Parkway. 770-852-7720. The Holly Springs office is located at 684 Sixes Road, Suite 220. 678-388-5485. www.northsidecherokeepediatrics.com.

What’s Coming Construction has begun on the new amphitheater at The Park at City Center, which is expected to be complete before the 2016 concert season. For a look at the plans, see page 15. The Outlet Shoppes at Atlanta will be getting two new stores: The Limited, in the addition being built on the property, and The Cosmetics Company Store, which will occupy an existing vacant storefront. A Kia dealership has been approved for construction at the Ridgewalk exit of I-575, near Rope Mill Park on the right side of the interstate heading north. No word yet on when construction will begin.

Ribbon Cuttings Ichiban Buffet, 2210 Holly Springs Parkway, Suite 104, Holly Springs Cagle’s Family Farm, 362 Stringer Road, Canton www.caglesfamilyfarm.com Pollo Tropical, 188 Molly Lane, Woodstock www.pollotropical.com Fashion Cupcake, 8670 Main St., Suite 3, Woodstock. www.shopfashioncupcake.com

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COMMUNITY BOARD The Around Woodstock Community Board consists of well-respected community leaders from different walks of life. Our board assists us in many ways that include serving as contributing writers, judging our annual Trailblazer award and providing valuable feedback. Kris McKeeth is team leader and visionary for The Premier Group Keller Williams Realty on Main Street in Woodstock, and has more than 25 years experience in real estate. She’s active in many community efforts that include her position on the Business Board of downtown Woodstock and as president of Etowah Foundation. Photographer Darleen Prem specializes in natural light portrait photography and enjoys dog, pet and family photography. She spends much of her time photographing local events for the city of Woodstock and is the official “unofficial” photographer for Woodstock’s fire and police departments. Darleen’s son serves overseas as an Army Military Police Officer. Ross Wiseman started Momentum Church in 2005 and still serves as head pastor. He draws from his experiences in more than 21 years of ministry and 19 years of marriage to challenge, inspire and instruct people in what it takes for better living, loving and laughter.

Renee Gable, a sales and marketing executive for Window Expert Tinting, volunteers for many committees that work to improve downtown Woodstock. She is an avid cyclist who aligned herself with Greenprints Alliance because of her desire to help create safe and natural trail riding experiences. Beth Hermes is a graduate of Auburn University’s School of Journalism and a professional writer for more than 26 years. Her writing has appeared in magazines, newspapers and online publications, and she has created marketing campaigns for corporations and nonprofits.

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YOUR LOCAL NEWS Main Street Oak Tree Will Leave Legacy Woodstock residents may have noticed that the portion of Main Street that’s the site of the future MadLife Stage & Studios (8722 Main Street) is no longer shaded by a stately oak tree. The oak was removed because it was deemed a safety hazard, according to Mike Levi, founder of MadLife Stage & Studios. After an examination by two local arborists, it was determined that the tree was suffering from heartwood decay and open wounds, and was unlikely to survive more than 5-10 years. The recommendation was to remove the tree, “although majestic, it was unhealthy and it presented a safety hazard - especially given we intended to retain the beautiful oak to provide shade for our patio. We were very sad to make this decision,” Mike said. To make the best of an unfortunate situation, as much of the wood as possible was preserved and will be used for artwork as well as interior and exterior furnishings and finishes at MadLife. “We will do our best to use the wood in meaningful ways within our project to assure the majestic oak leaves an appropriate legacy.”

Prepare to Cast Your Votes The 2015 Municipal General Election will be held Nov. 3. City of Woodstock voters should report to the Woodstock Public Library between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. Offices up for grabs are city council seats in Wards 2 (David Potts running unopposed), 4 (incumbent Liz Baxter and former council member Tracy Collins) and 6 (Rob Usher running unopposed). Winners will take office Jan. 1, 2016.

It’s Time to Prepare for Christmas MUST Ministries is gearing up for the holidays and is looking for donations and volunteers to help with the MUST Christmas Toy Shop, which mimics a small department store where clients can shop for gifts for their children. The shop needs donations of toys, blankets, stocking stuffers, hats, scarves, gloves, school supplies and family games. One Saturday in December, MUST hosts three Secret Santa locations where some of the children choose a gift for their moms and dads. MUST needs new and very gently used items that parents might enjoy. For more details, email toyshop@ mustministries.org or visit www.mustministries.org.

Decorators at Work Preparing Homes for Tour The Junior Service League of Woodstock is making plans for the 18th annual Holiday Tour of Homes on Nov. 14-15. Since the tour began in 1997, more than $350,000 has been raised to benefit community charities. The tour gives participants a chance to enjoy touring homes professionally decorated for the holidays by local designers, and to come away with a few decorating ideas to implement in their own homes. For details, visit www.jslwoodstock.org.

Helping Seniors Stay Healthy The 5th annual Senior Sense Expo will take place 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Oct. 22 at the Cherokee County Administration Building, 1130 Bluffs Parkway in Canton. More than 50 vendors will showcase merchandise, services and products geared toward the needs of senior citizens. The event will feature guest speakers, health screenings and demonstrations. For more details, call 770-345-6730 or 770-345-7515. 8

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Woodstock Mayor Donnie Henriques, center, accepts the Mayor’s Challenge award from Chamber Chairman Jeff Rusbridge, Dyer & Rusbridge, P.C., left, and Going Green Chairman Vic Knight, Waste Management.

Rewarding the Greenest of the Green Results are in from the 4th annual Mayor’s Recycling Challenge event, sponsored by the Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce Going Green Committee. Woodstock collected the most recycling, totaling 460,146 pounds, followed by Canton – 260,584 pounds, Ball Ground – 85,260 pounds, Waleska – 77,860 pounds, and Holly Springs – 46,780 pounds. The combined total collected by all the cities was 930,630 pounds, a 15 percent increase over last year. For the fourth consecutive year, Waleska collected the most recycling per capita with 111.39 pounds per resident, as determined based on 2013 U.S. Census population estimates. Additional per capita totals included Ball Ground – 57.53 pounds/resident, Woodstock – 17.11pounds/resident, Canton – 10.78 pounds/ resident and Holly Springs – 4.78 pounds/resident. Canton was recognized for having the highest percentage increase of collected recyclables over the previous year. This year the city collected 260,584 pounds, which is a 64 percent increase over last year. This is the first year this award was presented. The mission of the Chamber’s Going Green initiative is to encourage the community to implement green practices that conserve community resources while helping businesses thrive. The competition was held during June and July. To learn more about the Chamber’s Going Green efforts, or to participate in upcoming events, visit the Chamber at www.cherokeechamber.com or contact the Chamber at 770-345-0400 or Amber@CherokeeChamber.com.

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YOUR LOCAL NEWS Football Field Becomes Worship Stage Cherokee County’s 2015 Fields of Faith is planned for 7 - 9 p.m. Oct. 21 at the Tommy Baker field at Cherokee High School. This year’s adult challenge speaker will be illusionist, stunt artist and evangelist Brock Gill; the student impact speaker will be Claire Gay. A coach’s testimony will be given by Mike Britt of River Ridge High, and Deal Balkwill will be worship leader. To catch updates, keep up on the event’s Facebook page: Cherokee County FCA “Fields of Faith” at Cherokee High School. www. fieldsoffaith.com.

Volunteers Needed for Equine Therapy Sessions Horse Talk in Woodstock, at 345 Bluebird Acres Road, is seeking both adults and teens ages 14 and older to volunteer to lead therapeutic horses or walk alongside the special needs therapy riders. Horse experience preferred but not required. Volunteers will be trained. School and community service hours available. Flexible weekday and Saturday shifts are offered yearround. For details, visit Horse Talk Volunteers @ Green Acres Equestrian Center, LLC on Facebook, email greenacresonline@ bellsouth.net or call 770-517-5154.

Drive-By Flu Shot Clinic The public health department in Cherokee County is providing a quick and convenient way for residents to arm themselves against four strains of flu. The drive-by clinic will be available for Cherokee County residents 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Oct. 14 at the Woodstock Health Center, 7545 North Main St., Woodstock. Call 770-928-0133 or 770-345-7371 for more details. The four-in-one quadrivalent flu vaccine and the Fluzone High-Dose vaccine for people age 65 and older will be available. Marie Smith, immunization and child health coordinator for North Georgia Health District 1-2 of the Georgia Department of Public Health, said, “Quadrivalent flu vaccine is designed to protect against four different strains of flu, including two influenza A viruses and two influenza B viruses.” The Fluzone High-Dose influenza vaccine has 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 65 and older, whose immune systems have become weaker with age. The cost of the quadrivalent flu shot is $25 and the Fluzone High-Dose flu shot costs $50. Cash, Medicare, Medicaid, Aetna and BlueCross BlueShield Health Insurance will be accepted, as well as some other forms of payment and insurance, depending on the county. For more details, visit www.nghd.org.

Juanita Hughes, second from right, had a front-row seat for the dedication.

Memorial Marks a Well-Traveled Spot The intersection of East Main Street and Main Street, near The Park at City Center, is more than just a point where two roads meet. It’s now called Homer’s Crossing, the site of a memorial recently dedicated in memory of Homer Hughes, who passed away in 2014. “Homer’s Crossing began as a simple acknowledgement to recognize donations made to the Greenprints Alliance in memory of my husband,” said Juanita Hughes. “Homer loved to walk, and most everybody in the old town knew him and saw him walking almost any day. We just planned to put a small bronze plaque or marker somewhere on the trail. But as things often do, the idea mushroomed.” The location of the crossing is near the extension of a planned Greenprints Trail route. “Homer walked that crossing daily on his way to Dean’s Store, where he met other retired gentlemen who gather there for fellowship. The store is one of Woodstock’s prominent landmarks, dating to 1906,” said Mrs. Hughes. “It is a comfort to the family to be able to share his memory with other people that knew and loved him.” 10

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WHERE CAN YOU FIND A NORTHSIDE HOSPITAL -CHEROKEE DOCTOR? AT A PTA MEETING. The physicians and staff of Northside Hospital-Cherokee are some of the most talented and professional individuals the world of medicine has to offer. They are also your neighbors. Most of our team lives right here in Cherokee County. Northside HospitalCherokee is devoted to supporting local community organizations, venues and schools. It’s because we live here, too.

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Representing Woodstock Elementary are Nathan Wallace (son), Brooke Mullen, Melissa Wallace, Sophie Wallace (baby) and Brandi Broome.

Neighbors Carson, Courtney, Brian and Tanner Froy.

Team KatieCakes

is a Community Effort When time came to prepare for this year’s Magnolia Run/Walk for Epilepsy, there were no surprises. Each year the success of Team KatieCakes has grown, and this year was no exception. Woodstock residents continue to rally around Kaitlyn Bacon, an 8-year-old who was diagnosed with epilepsy when she was 9 months old. When she was 3, Team KatieCakes was formed. “Our family has participated in the Magnolia Run/Walk for Epilepsy since 2010. Each year that we participate, we are driven to raise awareness and funds that support the mission of the Epilepsy Foundation of Georgia,” said Kaitlyn’s mom Allison. “Through our participation, we feel that we are spreading acceptance through awareness. We want Kaitlyn to feel accepted for exactly who she is and feel able to speak openly about her challenges.”

Team KatieCakes raised more than $10,000 this year, with more than 100 people participating, bringing the team’s six-year total to $30,000. The volunteers included: • 11 staff members of Primrose School of Woodstock • 10 Woodstock Knoll families • 39 of Kaitlyn’s friends and young neighbors • Three Woodstock Elementary School teachers • Two Cherokee County school bus drivers

In addition, there were 20 Woodstock Knoll families that supported the team’s fundraisers and walked with the family, as well as staff members of the Primrose School of Woodstock, who walked and raised more than $1,000. Funds raised go to the Epilepsy Foundation of Georgia. Katilyn, center, with her dad Josh, mom www.epilepsyga.org, www.facebook.com/TeamKatieCakes

Allison and sisters Cory and Brooke.

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Money Magazine Honor a Nice Surprise BY JEFF MOON

In its September issue, Money magazine named Woodstock as one of the “50 Best Places to Live” in the United States of America for 2015. Woodstock was the only city in Georgia selected. It was the first time that the city was recognized in the magazine’s prestigious annual list. There is no application process for this recognition; editors and reporters at Money use their own criteria each year to come up with the list. The city learned about the honor a few days before the information was released publicly. Woodstock has made a number of “Best of” lists in Georgia over the last few years, but to be recognized by a national publication is very humbling, especially when the recognition is not something for which the city could apply. It takes a lot of hard work to reach the point of consideration for a recognition such as this list. Elected officials, staff, business owners and residents all share in this accomplishment because the community, not the individuals, were responsible

Woodstock has made a number of “Best of” lists in Georgia over the last few years.

for the “Best Places” designation. Countless hours of planning and public input, and years of implementation were involved. The city receives many requests to meet with and speak to other local governments in Georgia, to talk about our planning process and the success we have seen in Downtown Woodstock. Each time we meet with a group, we share the same message: It starts with a plan. Each of Woodstock’s plans have public “buy in,” and elected officials and staff who have the discipline to stick with the plan throughout the years of implementation. I am proud to live and work in this community. It is amazing what can be accomplished when you’re not worried about who gets the credit. I can assure each of you that we will continue to work each and every day to achieve the vision adopted by the Mayor and Council. And if we move up the list of “Best Places to Live” because of the efforts, so much the better!

Jeff Moon has been city manager for Woodstock since April 2008. Moon earned a Master’s Degree in Economic Development from the University of Southern Mississippi.

Networking Option for Young Professionals BY KYLE BENNETT

Young residents of Woodstock and the surrounding areas have a new opportunity. Young Professionals of Woodstock, (YPOW) is an organization created for the growing young professional population. The mission of Young Professionals of Woodstock is to provide an outlet for participants to develop professionally, build lasting relationships, become philanthropically active and contribute to the economic development and high quality of life in our community, now and for the future. YPOW is for 18- to 40-year-olds with an interest in learning new things, meeting new people and cultivating skills for career enhancement. YPOW membership is free for Main Street Woodstock members, and $25 for non-members. YPOW consists of this area’s most passionate, authentic and driven future leaders. Our number one goal is to create opportunities for aspiring professionals to meet each other, network, gain career enhancement skills, and explore ways to give back to our community. YPOW will 14

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have educational, social and charity events throughout the year that will focus on everything from best social media practices for self-owned businesses, interviewing techniques and fun ways to volunteer. YPOW will have a holiday charity event, and start educational and motivational events in January. As a young professional in Cherokee County, I came to the realization that there weren’t many organizations like this to take advantage of. Some surrounding communities have young professional groups, but there was a need here in Woodstock for such an organization. YPOW was created with the help of several talented individuals, and I believe it will become an asset to the community, and may help retain young entrepreneurs in this area. Keep an eye on YPOW’s Facebook page (www.facebook.com/ YoungProfessionalsOfWoodstock) and website, www.ypow.org, for upcoming event dates and more info. YPOW would also love to hear ideas and feedback about what you see in the future for YPOW, so please take our short survey online.

Kyle Bennett is the director of tourism for the Woodstock Downtown Development Authority. He can be reached at kbennett@woodstockga.gov.

Woodstock’s Newest Resident This 100-foot platform ladder truck just moved into the city, replacing an 18-year-old model that was retired from service. The new truck has updated equipment that includes thermal imaging cameras, self-contained breathing apparatus, state-of-the-art hydraulic tools for extrication and ground ladders for ventilation and rescue. The truck can carry six personnel and has all basic life support equipment as well as firefighting tools on board. It was purchased with SPLOST funding at a cost of just over $1 million. Guests at the Oct. 10 open house at Woodstock Fire Station 14, off Arnold Mill Road, will be able to see the truck. The event begins at 10 a.m. and ends at 2 p.m.

New Amphitheater on the Horizon Construction has begun on the new amphitheater at the Park at City Center in downtown Woodstock, the site that hosts the popular monthly summer concerts. The new facility, that should be open by summer 2016, will feature a permanent stage, tiered grass seating and restrooms in the park. Amphitheater facts: • The project area is a 2.7 acre expansion, which increases the park size to 3.5 acres. • The multi-use lawn, directly in front of the stage, will be open throughout the year for activities, and is properly sloped to provide seating with good sight lines during concerts. • The terraces, behind the lawn, provide parents a place to supervise children playing on the lawn below while serving as stadium-style seating for the concerts. • Estimated seating capacity is 6,000-7,000 with the potential to expand to 10,000 if the upper park is equipped with portable video screens. • New handicapped accessibility is incorporated into the park allowing access from the upper level to the lower level multiuse lawn, with access to the terraces as well. • The hospitality plaza and Grove offer special event use opportunities year round while providing a VIP area for sponsors during concerts. • The wall along Arnold Mill Road will protect users from traffic and incorporates design details seen in the streetscape along Main Street to the west. • The band stage, planned for phase two, is designed with rigging points for lighting and sound that should accommodate acts from small local bands to national touring artists. AROUND WOODSTOCK | October 2015

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TOUCHDOWN! In honor of the inaugural Kennesaw State University football season, and the third year for Reinhardt University, we thought it would be fun to share tailgating recipes from some of the area’s biggest sports fans.

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Dr. K i n a Ma lla rd, Pre sident

Ham and Cheese Sliders

Talon Tea

University of Tennessee ~ Go Vols! • 1 package (12 count) of King’s Hawaiian Rolls • ½-1 lb. ham deli meat • Swiss cheese, thinly sliced • ½ cup butter, melted • 3 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce • 2 Tbsp mustard • 2 Tbsp brown sugar • Dash of onion powder Cut rolls in half lengthwise and place bottom halves on a baking pan. Layer the bottom half with ham slices and cheese and place the top half back on. In a bowl, mix together the butter, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, brown sugar and onion powder. Pour sauce over sandwiches. Cover tightly and marinate anywhere from four to 24 hours. Overnight works best. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Bake for 15 minutes uncovered, or until cheese is melted and bun tops are golden.

A nita a n d Stewa rt Geogha ga n

Kennesaw State University ~ Go Owls!

“Stewart is our grill king and loves being the master of the entree! Our youngest daughter, Emily, created this dry rub recipe and it’s awesome on any cut of pork. No sauce is needed when you put this on ribs. If smoking a larger cut of pork, like a Boston butt, I love the white BBQ sauce recipe.”

Reinhardt University ~ Go Eagles!

Boil 8 cups of water and add 8 family-size tea bags. Let sit for 20-30 minutes, then remove tea bags and pour in 1 gallon pitcher. Add 1 cup of sugar or Splenda Add 4 cups of pineapple juice Add 2 cups of orange juice Top off gallon pitcher with water.

Buffalo Eagle Dip

Place in an oven safe dish and top with 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese. Bake at 350 degrees for 20-30 minutes until cheese is bubbling and the edges are brown.

BBQ Dry Rub • 1 ¼ cups white sugar • 1 ¼ cups brown sugar • ½ cup salt • ¼ cup black pepper • ¼ cup paprika Mix and rub on pork before grilling.

White Barbecue Sauce • 1 ½ cups mayonnaise • ¼ cup white wine vinegar • 1 Tbsp coarsely ground pepper • 1 Tbsp horseradish-style deli mustard • 1 tsp salt Anita and Stewart Geoghagan with • 1 tsp sugar daughter Rachel Cox, right and friend • 2 garlic cloves, minced Siler Ayers, left. • 2 tsp prepared horseradish Whisk together until blended. Refrigerate up to 2 weeks. 16

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Reinhardt president Dr. Kina Mallard,

Combine and mix: left, with Housekeeping Supervisor Valarie Jordan. • 1 8-oz block of cream cheese • 3-4 cooked chicken breasts, shredded • 3/4 cup of hot sauce (1 cup if you prefer a hotter flavor) • 1 cup of ranch or bleu cheese dressing • 1 1/2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese

Matt Nea l

University of Florida ~ Go Gators!

Chicken Wings I usually make two kinds of chicken wings: sweet BBQ and jerk. For the sweet BBQ, I mix one bottle of barbecue sauce (Sweet Baby Ray’s) with one small can pineapple juice. Marinate wings for at least two hours. Bake for 45 minutes at 400 degrees, then grill a few minutes on each side until brown and crispy and only slightly charred. Here’s the trick: add more sauce while grilling the wings. I dip the wings in the sauce again before grilling each side. You can bake ahead of time and grill them at the tailgate party. For the jerk wings, cooking is the same. My favorite sauce to use is Helen’s Tropical Exotics sauce, but it’s only available online, so use whatever brand you prefer.

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Ta ilg at i n g Beth Herme s

Auburn University ~ War Eagle!

“Let’s get one thing straight: I’m a vegetarian because of dietary allergies, not because I’m opposed to eating things that can stare back at you. Back in the day, I was the first to toss together a shrimp-pasta salad or grill some flank steak to enjoy while watching my beloved Tigers dominate the SEC. Being a vegetarian isn’t as hard as people think. The hardest part is avoiding cross-contamination from utensils that have been dipped into the shrimp salad or lobster soup. I enjoy watching a true freshman run the ball to the end zone; I don’t want to miss a play because I’m in the emergency room with anaphylaxis!.”

Avocado-Onion Eggrolls • Add 1 cup vegetable oil to skillet over medium heat. • Slice 2-3 fresh avocados length-wise (after removing skin and pit). • Dice one tomato and one small red onion and mix together. • Squeeze a bit of lemon or lime juice, and add black pepper and salt to tomato/onion mixture. • Arrange avocado slices on an egg roll wrapper, then add tomato/onion mixture over top. • Wrap tightly and cook in hot oil. • Cook about 2 ½-3 minutes on each side, until egg roll is lightly brown. Dipping Sauce: In a separate bowl, combine 1/2 cup sour cream, 2 tablespoons mayonnaise, 2-3 teaspoons lime juice, 1-2 minced garlic cloves, a handful of chopped cilantro, and salt and pepper.

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Louisiana State University ~ Geaux Tigers!

“Muffuletta sandwiches are an Italian-style sandwich that is a New Orleans tradition. It’s all about the right bread and the right olive salad.”

Muffuletta Sandwiches • 1 loaf muffuletta bread (Leidenheimer bread is the best! If you cannot find, then use an Italian bread with seeds).

• Olive salad (we use Gambino’s brand) • Salami, Ham, and Provolone cheese, sliced

Slice the bread horizontally in half and place on a baking sheet. Drain olive salad and place a generous layer on one half of bread, on the other drizzle some olive oil, then layer salami and ham and cover with provolone cheese (use a couple of thick slices for each). Place in oven at 275 degrees for about 12-15 minutes or until cheese is melted. Slice in half or quarters and enjoy! If tailgating prohibits warming up first that’s okay. They are also great served cold. Love this served with Zapp’s potato chips and cold Barq’s root beer!

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University of Georgia ~ Go Dawgs!

Bulldog Bloody Marys • 1 tall hurricane glass (prefer to use for longer garnish) • Enough ice to fill the glass Try this Bulldog Bloody Mary for • 1 part Tito’s Vodka your next tailgating event. • 1 pinch of Fresh Horseradish • 3 parts Lefty O’Doole’s Bloody Mary Mix • 1 splash of Lea & Perrins Worcestershire sauce Garnishes: Bubbie’s Kosher dill pickles, Manzanilla olives, Claussen bread and butter pickles, crispy bacon strip, celery stalk. Note: It’s very important to mix all the ingredients well, but it is crucial not to “shake” the cocktail because it tends to fizz. Instead, transfer the mixture from one container to another gently before pouring into its intended glass. Afterward, skewer the garnishes. Let the Bloody Mary sit for at least two minutes to let the ice melt a little, thereby chilling the drink to perfection.

Deviled Eggs • 18 boiled eggs: Peeled, and with the yolk removed (set yolks aside for filling) • 4 strips crispy bacon • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened • 1/3 cup mayonnaise • 1 tsp Dijon mustard • 1 tsp white vinegar • 1 dash of paprika • Salt to taste • Diced bread and butter pickles and diced red sweet peppers (for garnish, optional)

Deviled eggs are the perfect tailgating appetizer.

Place a damp towel over the peeled, halved boiled eggs while you’re making the filling. In a bowl, mix together yolks, cream cheese, mayo, mustard and vinegar. Season with salt to taste. Pipe the mixture into the eggs. For a pretty touch, use a cake decorating tool. You can alternate garnishes for each egg for added interest: crispy strips of crumbled bacon, diced red sweet peppers or diced bread and butter (sweet) pickles. Sprinkle all with paprika. AROUND WOODSTOCK | October 2015

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Coach Brian Bohannon prepares his team.

2015 Football Schedule 10/3 10/10 10/17 10/24 10/31 11/7 11/14 11/21 #67 CJ Collins is a Sequoyah High graduate.

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@ Cumberland vs. Point U vs. Gardner-Webb @ Liberty vs. Monmouth vs. Charleston Southern @ Coastal Carolina @ Presbyterian

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Busy College Student Gets a New Look BY JODI TIBERIO

Kaitlin works as a full-time server at Reel Seafood while attending Kennesaw State University. She is working toward a degree in special education. Kaitlin chose this career because she has a close family member with learning disabilities, and it breaks her heart to see the frustration he faces daily. She is certain that helping children to learn is her life’s work. Kaitlin is also athletic, and has a passion for running. With a busy schedule of work, school and exercise, Kaitlin never takes time to shop for herself or go to a salon, which makes her a great makeover candidate. Her standard go-to style is simply pulling on an old pair of jeans and a T-shirt, and putting her hair in a ponytail.

Kaitlin came to Brooklynn’s to find jeans because it had been a few years since she had gotten new ones. Our new Cello dark wash extra soft skinnies fit perfectly. We agreed that a pretty colored Piko top would make a nice, classic and fresh look for Kaitlin. Piko tops are popular for their flowy cut, and because they are made of bamboo. This eco-friendly fabric is fade-resistant and does not pill. Brooklynn’s has more than 30 colors in stock, but we chose this jade color, to bring out the green in Kaitlin’s eyes. The Piko dresses and sweaters are also popular this fall. Fringe boots are super trendy this season, and these tan booties go with everything. We topped the look with a blanket scarf, a soft and cozy accessory in this year’s newest colors. Kaitlin left Brooklynn’s to discuss options for her hairstyle with Venéssa Lanier at Salon and Spa Venéssa. Kaitlin came into the salon wearing a ponytail. When she took her hair down, Venéssa noticed that her shoulder-length hair was fine, with some natural wave. Kaitlin said she was ready for a change. She wanted something new but had two simple requests: she did not want a platinum blonde and she wanted to be able to pull her hair back when she exercises. Venéssa suggested a sporty bob cut, which is softly stacked in the nape area and longer toward the front. This cut makes her fine hair look fuller and still allows her to pull her hair up. By adding a bit of long layering and using the right styling products, Kaitlin no longer has the complaint of her hair laying flat to her head. It now bounces into waves and has movement. Because Kaitlin requested a low maintenance hair color, Venéssa chose a color that was the same shade as her natural color but would give Kaitlin texture and shine, and Venéssa also painted a lighter color through to add a golden hue through the layers, which also gives Kaitlin’s hair the appearance of fullness. Next, Rising Star Stylist Kara Wood shared some makeup tips with Kaitlin. Kara recommended applying a Golden Prism eyeshadow over Kaitlin’s entire eyelid, and then adding a soft eyeliner to make her eyes appear more open. Kara also recommended using a bold Blackberry lip color to give Kaitlin a strong, put-together look, even when she is pressed for time. This busy working student can now look current and be beautiful on the go. We wish Kaitlin much success in her future career of teaching children with special needs. We also thank you, Kaitlin, for the passion you have for helping others.

Jodi Tiberio owns Branches and Brooklynn’s boutiques. Contact her at Jodi@tberioretail.com. Venéssa Lanier owns Salon and Spa Venéssa, and can be reached at salonvenessa@gmail.com.

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Walking the Walks Each year, thousands of women participate in national events to bring awareness to finding a cure for breast cancer. Each woman has a different reason for being there. Here are a few Cherokee County women who share their own motivations.

Because I want to be part of the solution. BY JAMIE WILLIAMS

I love the name, “It’s the Journey.” It truly summarizes me into the journey. Instead of mourning what seemed to be what takes place each October in Atlanta [A 2-Day Walk for the inevitable diagnosis of so many, I became empowered to Breast Cancer that takes place Oct. 3-4. www.itsthejourney. become part of the solution, to honor and memorialize my org] The organization and thousands courageous love ones and to fight of participants are on a journey to for the millions who are at risk — fight breast cancer. They do this by including myself and my daughters. funding grants that provide breast Jan was a financial planner like cancer education, screening, early me. We connected immediately at detection, support services, and a Kingdom Advisors meeting and continuing care for Georgians. That’s became fast friends. She was in right! All of the $11 million raised a battle for her life and was also stays right here in Georgia. This a well-regarded captain for the 2-Day and 30-mile walk to raise funds Atlanta 2-Day walk. She pushed and awareness takes walkers through us lovingly to train, fundraise and the beautiful neighborhoods, city fellowship. Her big smile and Jamie, front and center, with Team Jan. streets and parks of Atlanta. But regular drawn out question to us make no mistake, this is no ordinary walk in the park. of “Whooooooaz a Walkin’?” even when she was very ill, My journey started years ago when my Aunt Paulette was inspired us to set our problems aside and push on to a better diagnosed with breast cancer. I went on to experience this cause. Jan still captains us from heaven. We can hear her in diagnosis with my Mama Jo, Mama Bea, Aunt Thresia, Poppie our heads and in our spirits when our feet, knees and hips are (yes, men can get breast cancer, too) and my beloved friends begging to get off the concrete and call it a day. Our answer, Roberta, Tammy and Jan. Sweet Jan was the one who brought simply, is: “yes! Let’s do this!”

Because I can! BY GLORIA AVILLAR

ct. 16-18 in Atlanta] means to you in 500 words or less? It’s an impossible task - but I’ll give it a shot. You decide to do your first walk (60 miles in three days) for all the right reasons, but also to see if it’s something you can actually do. Then you reach mile 60 on day three and your life is never the same. The question goes from, “How could I possibly do this?” to “How could I possibly not?” I did my first 60 miles for breast cancer awareness in the 2009 Atlanta walk as part of Team Treasure Chest. When we started the team, only one of us had any connection to breast cancer. Since then, we’ve walked in Washington D.C., San

Francisco, Dallas, Seattle, San Diego and the Twin Cities. In six years, each of us has been touched by cancer: my mom was diagnosed in 2011 and my teammate Jennifer lost her mom that same year. As you would guess, 2011 was tough. It was then that I decided to get even more involved with the 3-Day by also volunteering to work (“crew”) the Atlanta event. I’ve been part of the lunch crew (serving lunch to all the participants) for the past few years and I look forward to it every October. Being a walker myself, I know how continued on page 60

Gloria Avillar and her teammates celebrate.

Gloria, far right, and Team Treasure Chest pose with a 90-year-old cancer survivor of 24 years. 24

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EVERYDAY Identifying people in need in our community. This time last year, 11-year-old Katelyn Fige anxiously began her sixth grade year at her new big school, Woodstock Middle. Katelyn is a smart, outgoing little girl who loves her school, teachers and many friends. As time went by last fall, Katelyn would randomly fall down. There were no headaches and she never got sick. Her blood work was clinically normally but doctors referred her to a neurologist for further evaluation. The wait time for a routine neurological evaluation was approximately six months. As they were waiting for that appointment, her parents became aware that things just didn’t seem right. “We began noticing a lack of concentration, blank stares, declining grades and more falling down. Her teachers were also concerned,” said David, Katelyn’s dad. “We just couldn’t wait for the appointment with the neurologist so we took Katelyn to Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta-Scottish Rite on March 5. They performed a CT scan and then an MRI to see more and better details,” said Elizabeth, Katelyn’s mom. “The wait seemed like forever until we were approached by two doctors and we knew this was not going to be good. The world stopped spinning as we heard the horrifying words, brain cancer. Our hearts hit the floor as questions flooded our mind.” Katelyn was diagnosed with stage four, Pineoblastoma. She had a pear-size, fast-growing tumor located on the pineal gland deep inside her brain. Don’t Google it, the doctors warned, and they haven’t. On March 13, Katelyn’s surgeons performed a 13-hour surgery successfully removing 95 percent of her tumor. An aggressive series of radiation was scheduled to follow surgery however things didn’t quite go as planned. One week post-op, Katelyn was in a medically induced coma for six weeks. Her dad said they almost lost her. “Since March, we have spent 91 days in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU). Katelyn has had 27 MRIs, 120 X-rays, 14 CT scans and 13 shunt revisions and counting. Katelyn lost her ability to speak, her mobility and her eyesight. It wasn’t until July that Katelyn spoke her first words since her surgery,” said David. Katelyn celebrated her 12th birthday in July and began her first round of aggressive chemotherapy. She is scheduled to undergo six months of aggressive chemo in hopes of eliminating the remaining cancer cells.

Katelyn Fige with her mom, Elizabeth

“Katelyn is our little hero. We live our lives hour by hour/ day by day grasping for a small glimpse of the little girl she was before all of this happened,” said her mom. “I took time from work to take care of Katelyn and her father continues to telecommute to keep things going at home. We will live our lives later – after Katelyn is better.” Since Katelyn’s diagnosis, her parents have spent only 31 days at their home in Woodstock. They will not leave her and sleep on a fold-out couch in her hospital room. When Katelyn is able to be at home, her dad places her in a sling to carry her up and down the many stairs of their townhome. Katelyn is transported to and from her appointments in their twodoor coupe with little space. Their situation is less than ideal for all that lies ahead. Everyday Angels would like to appeal to our compassionate community. Let’s rally around Katelyn and her family with our love, support, encouragement and prayers like we do so well. Let’s fundraise for Katelyn while giving the fight against childhood cancer the attention it deserves. With only 4 percent of federal government cancer research funding going towards childhood cancer, changes need to be made! Everyday Angels is accepting donations, giving 100 percent of funds received to Katelyn and her family. Please tell us how Everyday Angels and the magazines that feature us, can help with your fundraising efforts in support of Katelyn. To follow Katelyn’s daily journey, LIKE her Facebook page, Prayers for Katelyn Fige. 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, PMB 380, 1025 Rose Creek Drive, Suite 620, 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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Celebrations!

Latresse Bray

Age 52 on Oct. 7 Happy birthday! Love Sammie, Simmie, Sierra, Savannah and Sydney

Anna Catherine Wolfe Age 9 on Sept. 24 Happy birthday sweet girl! We love you! Mom, Dad, Andrew and Amelia

Breanna Boling

Age 11 on Oct. 29 Happy birthday, sweetie! Love, Dad, Mom and Rachel

Gabriel Roosa

Haley Warholak

Age 5 on Oct. 10 Age 12 on Oct. 31 Happy Birthday Buckaroo! Happy birthday sweet girl! Life with you is an adventure. We love you! Mommy, Daddy, Love you! Mommy and DaDa Jordan, Sierra and Kelsey

Happy 3rd birthday

o our sweet Landon! We are so proud of you! Love you! Mom, Dad, and Evelyn

Happy 16th Anniversary on Oct. 12 to my favorite! I love you Aaron! Love, Tracey

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Kevin and Andrea Ekmark Happy anniversary on Oct. 20!

Ron Krokey

50 years young on Aug. 30 Many, Many More! Love Always, all of the Krokey/Giardino family

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Experience Elm Street: Making Art Relevant BY SIOBHAN BRUMBELOW

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Elm Street Cultural Arts Village’s mission statement is “We engage the community with relevant art experiences everyday.” There are so many avenues you can take in expressing the arts. Theatrically, you can choose between a comedy or drama, in the form of a play or musical. Is it scripted or improvised? The list of choices goes on. But what makes our art experiences relevant? One thing I love about working at Elm Street is providing the opportunity to express creativity in many different ways, such as having artists painting live during an event, music events on the event green, and turning children’s stories into movies. By offering these experiences, we are connecting our audience to a variety of art expressions, thereby making each experience relevant. About five years ago, before Elm Street Cultural Arts Village had an event green or moved into the City Center, we were given the opportunity to plan an outdoor production during the month of October. We collaborated with Greenprints Alliance to put together a ghost walk that would link the history of Woodstock and our community through this performance. Audiences could come at dusk and take a stroll around Woodstock’s quaint park and gazebo and hear spooky tales from Elm Street’s 18th century storytellers. We call it Ghost Tales & Trails and it is still relevant today. This year, we are thrilled to continue Ghost Tales & Trails on our Elm Street property. With the century-old Reeves house as our backdrop, we have themed this production as a 1940s mystery with a Film Noir motif. Audience members can engage with cast members as they try to identify the criminal through their stories and interactions. Each performance is different because every night there is a new criminal. Ghost Tales & Trails: The Lady of Noir will run October 22-30. We have also partnered with downtown Woodstock and Friday Nite Live for October’s Hollywood Night, where our cast will be involved in the clue-gathering game of Downtown Detective. Groups of people travel around downtown in search of clues to complete their game card for a chance to win some prizes. Who doesn’t love a little mystery game? Elm Street’s mission is not to subject our audience to what you may experience at a movie, but to engage our community with relevant art experiences every day.

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Siobhan Brumbelow is on staff at Elm Street. She currently holds a BA in Theatre from Brenau University and toured with Missoula Children’s Theatre.

A Harvest of Fall Festivals BY LYNNE WATTS

Autumn is the time when cooler weather and the explosion of fall color beckon the family outdoors for endless festivals and adventure. Family friendly Stone Mountain hosts the 43rd annual Highland Games on Oct. 17-18. Thousands of Scots (and Scot wannabes) will arrive in their family tartans to participate in athletic competitions, Scottish country dancing, piping, drumming or just watching the colorful spectacle. This is a show you don’t want to miss. www.stonemountainpark.com/ events/Highland-Games Fall in the Georgia Mountains heralds the apple season and for 44 years, Ellijay has hosted its Apple Festival. There are more than 300 vendors selling handcrafted items, a parade and an antique car show for attendees to enjoy. Venture outside of Ellijay and travel along State Highway 52, where 11 of the county’s 18 apple orchards are located. Pick your own or visit the numerous roadside stands to take home nature’s bounty. www.georgiaapplefestival.org Further up the road, Blairsville is hosting the annual Sorghum Festival that has been part of the town’s heritage for 40 years. You will find arts and crafts, food vendors, square dancing, biscuit eating, pole climbing and, of course, sorghum mill grinding and cooking. www.blairsvillesorghumfestival.com

At the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds in Hiawassee, the annual Mountain Fall Festival will be in full swing Oct. 9 - 17 with musical performances, arts and craft vendors, a flower show and the popular official state fiddlers’ convention. Be sure to wear your dancing shoes for a toe-tapping good time. www. georgiamountainfairgrounds.com/2015-events/fall-festival For a unique cultural experience in a spectacular fall setting, visit Gibbs Gardens during the Japanese Cultural Fall Festival in late October. Amid thousands of colorful Japanese maples you can experience an authentic tea ceremony, archery demonstrations, Japanese martial arts, dancing and much more. Stroll through the peaceful Japanese gardens or relax on the patio of the Manor House, with its gorgeous mountain views. www.gibbsgardens.com Whether you are looking for a spectacular show or a leisurely walk through local craft booths and food vendors, don’t miss Georgia’s harvest of fall festivals.

Lynne Watts is an author, speaker, coach, mom and a retired Cherokee County School District counselor. She can be reached at www.lynnewatts.com.

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Oct. 2

Out & About

Hollywood Night is the theme for the monthly Friday Night Live event, 6-9 p.m., in downtown Woodstock. Visit www.whatsupwoodstock.com for details. Oktoberfest is the theme for the First Friday event in downtown Canton, 6-9 p.m., with food and craft vendors and classic rock by the band Black Wolf Moon. www.cantonhdl.com.

Oct. 3

Craft fair at Towne Lake Community Church will take place 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., and will feature handmade baby items, woodworks, pottery, jewelry, cosmetics and more. A children’s author will be on hand to sign books. Events will be held inside and outdoors at 132 North Medical Parkway, Woodstock. Touch-a-Truck at the Cherokee County Fire Training Center, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., is a free chance for children to explore fire trucks and meet their operators. The center is in Holly Springs at 3985 Holly Springs Parkway. www.crpa.net.

Oct. 10

Woodstock Fire Department open house, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., will include a live extrication demonstration with the Jaws of Life, quick-dress gear races, fire safety house, lunch, station tours and truck shows, hose line operation station, and free bounce houses and inflatables. The event will be held at Station 14 off Arnold Mill Road in Woodstock.

Oct. 13

Woodstock High School will host the 19th annual Cherokee County Band Exhibition. The gates open at 6 p.m., with performances beginning at 7 p.m. This event is open to the public; tickets are $7 per person; children 6 and younger are free. All six Cherokee County high school marching bands will perform, as will Reinhardt University and Kennesaw State University. Proceeds from ticket sales benefit the Woodstock Wolverine Band Boosters. Concessions will be available. woodstockbandboosters@gmail.com 678-677-2589.

Oct. 14-17

Friends of the Libraries book sale begins with a preview sale for members at 3 p.m. Wednesday at Rose Creek Public Library, 4476 Towne Lake Parkway. Nonmembers may join at the door; individual membership is $15. Sale for the public will be 10 a.m.-7:30 p.m. Thursday, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Friday and 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday. Proceeds will go to purchase children’s materials and all audio materials. 770-591-1491.

Oct. 15

Boots N BBQ fundraiser for Feed My Lambs ministry, which operates a free Christian preschool in Canton, will begin at 6:30 p.m. at The Buckhead Barn. For tickets and details, visit www. feedmylambs.net.

Oct. 17

Fall Bazaar at The Lodge at BridgeMill, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., with face painting, craft vendors and performances by Oktoberfest Band Sherri and Larry. Juggler Adam Boehmer will perform noon1:30 p.m. The Lodge is at 10451 Bells Ferry Road, Canton. www.thelodgeatbridgemill.com. 30

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Oct. 17

A free barbecue dinner at Woodstock United Methodist Church,5-7 p.m., will include pork and beef barbecue, potato salad, cole slaw, baked beans, salad and desserts. Donations are welcome, to benefit missions at the church. The meal will be held in Latimer Hall, 103 Towne lake Parkway. RSVP by 5 p.m. Oct. 15 to 770-516-0371.

Oct. 23

Rockin’ the River is a concert set for a 6 p.m. start, and features

2014 Georgia Male Artist of the Year Thomas Fountain at Etowah River Park, 600 Brown Industrial Parkway. Concert is free, and food trucks will be on hand. www.canton-georgia.com. Golf tournament fundraiser for Healing Hands Youth Ranch begins at 9:30 a.m., with a shotgun start at 11:30 a.m., at The Highlands Course at Lake Arrowhead, 486 Arrowridge, Waleska. An awards ceremony and buffet dinner will be at the end of the tournament. www.hhyr.org.

Oct. 24

Hoofstock fall festival, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., will be hosted by Stable Moments, a weekly mentorship program that pairs children in foster and adoptive families with horses in therapeutic Equine Facilitated Learning. The festival, featuring crafts, food trucks and more, will take place at Misty Acres farm at 285 Air Acres Way, Woodstock. For more details about Stable Moments and the event, visit www.stablemoments.com. Rope Mill Dirty Duathlon and 5K Trail Run will be held at Olde Rope Mill Park, with the race briefing at 8:30 a.m. To see a course map and register, visit www.mountaingoatadventures. com. A portion of the proceeds will go to SORBA Woodstock for continued trail maintenance of Rope Mill and Blankets Creek trails. Free document shred day, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., at Summit Financial Solutions, 1816 Eagle Drive, Suite 100-A. A professional shredding company will be onsite to shred personal and confidential documents. No need to remove staples, paper clips, folders or notebooks. Limit four boxes per participant.

Oct. 30

Fall festival at Towne Lake Community Church, 132 North Medical Parkway, Woodstock, begins at 6 p.m. with games, hayrides, food and family fun. contact@tlcchurch.com. www.tlchurch.com.

Oct. 31

Fall festival at Woodstock Christian Church, 5-7 p.m., with food, games, inflatables, face painting, live music and candy for the children. The festival is a free event in a safe environment for the whole family to enjoy. The church is at 7700 Hwy 92. www.woodstockchristian.org. KidsFest at The Park at City Center, 101 Arnold Mill Road in Woodstock, begins at 3 p.m., and features a costume contest at 6 p.m. at the gazebo. The event features Halloween trickor-treat activities for the younger ghouls and goblins, including moonwalks, DJ Ronnie, Tim the Magician, Adam the Juggler, games, stringed apple and pumpkin bowling games, face painting and candy give-away. Trophies and prizes for the funniest, scariest, cutest, and best costume. A movie will be shown in the park at 7 p.m. www.woodstockparksandrec.com.

Coloring is Not Just for Kids BY JACKIE LOUDIN

I’ve been hearing about a new trend through my Facebook friends and online articles—coloring books for adults. They are so popular now that when I recently checked the top selling books on Amazon.com, two of the top 10 were coloring books for grownups. Not to be left out, I immediately ran to the basement to find my childhood coloring supplies—carefully stashed away and preserved from reckless children. As I pulled out my treasured Crayolas and my Cinderella coloring book, I realized this wasn’t what my social media friends had been talking about. Without delay, I went to my favorite big-box discount store and returned with freshly sharpened colored pencils, bright fine-tipped markers and two books filled with pages of intricate designs—just waiting to be filled with color. I spent the next few hours engrossed in a world where the only decisions I had to make were which color to use. My family laughed at me but I continued coloring at the kitchen table long after they all went to bed. I found it calming and relaxing, and I loved seeing the black-and-white patterns come alive with shades of my favorite colors. I experienced what studies have shown: coloring can relieve stress, lower blood pressure and exercise fine motor skills. Some experts compare the benefits to that of yoga, and

Christine Blankinship (left) and Sharon Newman Setser try out the library’s adult coloring supplies.

according to what I have read, both sides of the brain are engaged since it is a structured activity and requires a certain amount of creativity. That’s what we call a win-win. Kehinde Ogundeji (left) and Binta Ogundele say Coloring clubs they enjoy the relaxing aspect of coloring. have popped up in response to the new hobby; in fact, our local libraries are hosting regular coloring groups. I stopped by the Hickory Flat Library recently to see if anyone else had jumped on the coloring bandwagon and was pleased to meet several fans. Tables were covered with free coloring sheets and colored pencils. Patrons were invited by the librarians to sit and color a while. And many did, losing themselves in the tranquil sound of pencils scratching across paper. There are no rules, no numbers to Adult Coloring follow or deadlines to meet. There are Hangout just pages - empty of color and waiting Coloring group meets to take on life through the artist that, 3-5 p.m. Tuesdays some would say, lives in all of us. I don’t Oct. 6, 13, 20 and 27 at R.T. Jones claim to be an artist, but I have always Memorial Library enjoyed the uncomplicated process in the meeting room, of coloring and feeling the sense of 116 Brown Industrial Parkway, Canton, satisfaction once a page in my coloring 770- 479-3090. book was complete. I have discovered Coloring pencils, that as an adult I still get the same markers and coloring pages provided satisfaction from this simple activity. or bring your own. Now if someone can just find a way to This program is for make it cool for grown-ups to play with ages 16 and older. Play-Doh, I will be even happier.

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Oct. 6

Reference USA Lunch & Learn Program 11 a.m. at the R.T. Jones Library, 116 Brown Industrial Parkway, Canton. Reference USA is a free research tool that provides instant, real-time access to accurate, in-depth information on 24 million U.S. businesses and 235 million U.S. residents. Presenter Bill Carlson will show how it can help small businesses by creating marketing plans and conducting competitive analysis. Lunch will be provided. Reservations required; call 770479-3090 ext. 228.

Oct. 7

Celebrate Star Wars Reads Day 4 p.m. at the R.T. Jones Library. Jedi, Wookiees, and Rebel spies ages 9-12 are invited to a Star

Wars program full of fun and the Force. Participants will practice Jedi skills with fun games, test knowledge with trivia from the Jedi Archives and make origami Yoda. Call 770-479-3090 ext. 233 to reserve a spot.

Oct. 19

Teen Read Week 6 p.m. at the R.T. Jones Library. Get away from the stresses of school and life book trivia, snacks, and learn how to make a notebook. Don’t forget to bring a book to swap. 770-479-3090 ext. 233.

Oct. 20

Paranormal 101 at 7 p.m. at the Hickory Flat Public Library, 2740 East Cherokee Drive, Canton. Learn about equipment, how it’s used, and why, and how investigators search purportedly haunted locations. No

admittance after 7:15 p.m. for this after-hours presentation.

Oct. 21

American Girl Afternoon 4 p.m. at the Woodstock Public Library, 7735 Main St., for fans ages 7-12 to enjoy games and crafts inspired by American Girl favorites. Registration is required; call 770-926-5859.

Oct. 24

Appalachian Trail Presentation 2 p.m. at the R.T. Jones Library. Richard “Peregrine” Judy will discuss his book, “THRU: An Appalachian Trail Love Story,” the story of a diverse group of northbound “thruhikers” who meet on Springer Mountain, the southern terminus of the fabled Appalachian Trail. 770-479-3090 ext. 228. AROUND WOODSTOCK | October 2015

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The Oath of Office BY STATE REP. MICHAEL CALDWELL

Every elected official in the United States of America swears an oath of office before being vested with the powers of the office. The best example of this process is seen during a presidential inauguration. The president’s oath of office is the only oath that is prescribed word for word in the U.S. Constitution. All other oaths are prescribed by general law. On Jan. 13, 2013, I was sworn into my first term as your state representative. As part of that process, I took the Official Oath of a Georgia State Representative, and reaffirmed it on Jan. 12, 2015 when I began my second term. For this article, I would like to walk you through the sections of my oath of office so that you can know the word-for-word metric by which to measure my performance as your public servant in the General Assembly. OFFICIAL OATH OF GEORGIA STATE REPRESENTATIVE HOUSE DISTRICT 20 GEORGIA HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES I do hereby solemnly swear or affirm that I will support the Constitution of this State and of the United States and, This first portion of our oath is, in my opinion, the most important. If we could simply get our elected officials to uphold these 22 words, we would instantly fix the dramatic majority of issues facing our nation. on all questions and measures which may come before me, I will so conduct myself, as will, in my judgment, be most conducive to the interests and prosperity of this state. Sounds like a slam dunk. Should be perfectly simple to do what you think is best. In reality, a legislature by its very nature pulls your thinking in countless directions. The idea of the legislative branch is to mix different viewpoints and arguments in a room to see what comes out. When in doubt, ask your legislator if he or she truly believes the vote he or she is casting is most conducive to the interests and prosperity of Georgia—not of the legislator or of special interests. That can be a sobering question. I further swear or affirm that I am not the holder of any unaccounted for public money due this state or any political subdivision or authority thereof, I affirm that my personal fortune is devoid of any hidden monies that belong rightfully to the citizens of the State of Georgia or any of her Counties, Cities, Departments, etc. That I am not the holder of any office of trust under the government of the United States, any other state, or any foreign state, 32

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The oath (wisely) ensures that I am not also holding any office at any other governmental level. We don’t need state legislators who are torn between loyalties to different governments making decisions on behalf of our state. that I have been a resident of my district for the time required by the Constitution and the laws of this state, and that I am otherwise qualified to hold said office according to the Constitution and laws of Georgia. I must give my word that I am actually eligible to hold the office I have spent years and thousands of dollars campaigning for. This one is hopefully, nearly always a given. SO HELP ME GOD Finally, we finish with a call for the aid of providence. This phrase was, most famously, added to the end of the Presidential oath by President George Washington. It is not included in the Constitution, but at his 1789 inauguration, Washington concluded his oath with the sentiment and leaned down to kiss his Bible. It has been reaffirmed by nearly every president since. I was sworn into office with my wife at my side and my right hand on the family Bible that was handed down to me through the generations by way of my great-grandmother (through whom I claim lineage to an American Patriot and Continental from the Revolutionary War). I commonly reread this oath to ensure that I am living up to the pledge that I have taken before God and my fellow Georgians. I ask that you pray for me as I endeavor to represent our families within the constraints of this sacred commitment and that I am able to conduct myself in a manner that will be “most conducive to the interests and prosperity of this state.” If you ever have any questions for me, please feel free to reach out to me on my cell phone at 678-523-8570 or email me at Michael@caldwellforhouse.com. You can also 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 our families in Georgia’s General Assembly!

On Jan. 13, 2013, I was sworn into my first term as your state representative.

Michael Caldwell is the state representative for District 20, which includes Towne Lake and Woodstock. He can be reached at 678-523-8570 or email him at Michael@ CaldwellForHouse.com.

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Postal Workers: The Unsung Heros BY SEAN KAUFMAN

“Uh-oh. You had a bottled water in your bag.” The airport security agent smiled at our 8-year-old daughter. “Why can’t I have a bottled water?” Children she said in a provided confused state. artwork This morning, and letters, for postal instead of employees watching the to view while morning kid waiting in line at clinics shows, we had a where the family meeting. CDC distributed My wife and I antibiotics. honored the men, women, and children who lost their lives 14 years ago on Sept. 11, 2001. We honored them by talking about their sacrifices, sharing their stories, and remembering their lives. So many lost and yet the further we move away from that day in history the more numb we become to it. This October however, I want you to honor your letter carrier. I never knew much about the U.S. Postal Service. To be honest, all I knew was I would seal my letter, lick my stamp and put it in the mailbox. My work at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) would take me to Trenton, N.J., in October 2001. Roughly 1,400 postal employees were exposed to Anthrax—a very dangerous infectious disease. The anthrax attacks of 2001 posed a very difficult challenge. Sept. 11 had just happened. Norma Wallace had become

sick with some kind of pneumonic condition. She was lying in bed when CNN reported on a ticker “African American postal employee confirmed with anthrax in Trenton, New Jersey.” Norma was surprised as her doctors hadn’t told her yet. Then during a lunch break, Norma’s colleagues at the Hamilton mail sorting facility watched a CNN report that stated the building they were having lunch in had been found to be contaminated with anthrax. Moments after seeing this on CNN, alarms sounded and the building was evacuated. But where did those people go? Did they take their clothes off before jumping in their cars and heading home? No. They would go home and spend the next 100 days worrying about them and their families becoming sick with something deadly. This was not only about them; their families also suffered. They were asked to immediately show up to work and continue working even though there were no controls to prevent further exposure. Pregnant women would sort through mail scared. Other postal employees would tell stories of how their children were treated poorly at school and called “anthrax kids.” Even more postal workers would share stories of the horrible side effects of the antibiotics they were taking and the pain of feeling completely out of control during this difficult time. It was not knowing if or when they would get sick that was scaring them the most. October 2001 must also be remembered. Take some time and say thank you to your local letter carrier. Twenty-two people got sick and five died as a result of the 2001 anthrax attack, and yet the mail service demonstrated the resiliency of the American spirit— not one day did the mail service stop.

Sean Kaufman, an expert in behaviour change, specializes in life coaching and workforce motivation and owns The Texting Coach and Behavior-Based Improvement Solutions. sean@seankaufman.com

Fire Safety Reminders BY GEORGE WILLIAMS, WOODSTOCK FIRE & RESCUE

Smoke Alarms/Detectors: Having working smoke alarms/ detectors and testing them monthly will increase your survival rate, should there be a fire in your home. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) states that in every three out of five fire deaths, there were no smoke alarms, or detectors that were not working. Parents should install an alarm on each level of the home and outside all bedrooms or other sleeping areas. Remember to test alarms monthly, and change batteries at least once a year — preferably twice, at the spring and fall time changes. If an infant sleeps in a separate room, place an alarm in the room. Smoke alarms are a key part of a home fire escape plan. When there is a fire, smoke spreads fast; working smoke alarms give you early warning, so you can get outside quickly. We encourage you to conduct a fire drill in your home, including meeting your entire family at the predetermined meeting place, during monthly alarm testing. 34

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Outdoor Burning: If you decide you want to burn outdoors, please remember to obtain a burn permit through Georgia Forestry at 1-877-OK2-BURN (652-2876), or online at www.gatrees.org/ onlinepermits. There are some city ordinances that you need to be aware of, so check www.woodstockga.gov before you make plans. • There is no burning allowed on Sundays or at night. • The fire needs to be tended to at all times. • Piles should be kept small; only burn what is in your yard. • No trash or building supplies are allowed to be burned. The city of Woodstock is located within the metro burning ban from May 1 through Oct. 1 every year. Remember to bring your family to the Fire Department Open House, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Oct. 10, at the headquarters station located at 225 Arnold Mill Road. There will be face painting, inflatables, free lunch and other activities, such as operating a hose line, a walk-through fire safety house and an extrication demonstration at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.

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Everyday Creative: A Simple Exercise BY BRENDA PINNICK

It never fails. Every time I’m set up with my easel painting en plein air (on location), someone stops to tell me, “I don’t have a creative bone in my body.” My standard response is, “Of course you do, you just have to find it.” Creativity can and does take many forms. First, let me offer my definition of creativity. Creativity is putting two or more ideas, expressions or thoughts together in a way that creates a new idea, expression or thought. It’s that simple. And, you do it every single day without realizing it. We all figure out new ways to solve problems, to nurture our children, to work, to dress, to eat or even to interact with others. You needn’t call yourself an artist, or chef, or performer to be creative. Using and developing creativity is vital to our well being. I would like to challenge you to make time to exercise your creative mind every day. Here are some fun ways to get started: Go to your favorite hangout, maybe a coffee shop, and choose two random people who are not together. Make up a story about them. Write it down, their past, what brought them to the coffee shop today, how they might meet and fall in love or discover they are long lost cousins. Make them as wildly interesting as you can. Find a few old magazines and a pair of scissors. Cut and paste images onto a sheet of blank paper to create a collage. Don’t worry about what the images are, just put colors and shapes together to make a visually interesting art piece. No drawing skills required! Mind mapping. Beware—this is addicting! Start with a blank page. Create five columns with a header for each one: Color, Location, Thing, Person, Time. Fill each column, example: under color, list red, blue, green yellow, orange and violet. Pick one item from each column and imagine a scenario where all five things come together. Make a vision board. Imagine your perfect day or vacation and create a board by using pictures, colors, words and items to represent your vision. Note: Pinterest is great, but making a tactile, three-dimensional board will go alot further and be much more gratifying. Plan a backwards day. If you’re in a rut, this is a great brain buster exercise. If you normally shower in the morning, save it until night. Eat breakfast for dinner and lunch for breakfast. Take a new route to work. Flip everything around and your brain will engage in creative thinking!

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REEL SEAFOOD 8670 Main Street Woodstock 770-627-3006

Lunch, Brunch or Dinner Reel is the Right Restaurant

ctober is a popular month for outdoor dining. The temperatures are cooler and the humidity of summer is mostly a distant memory. Reel Seafood in downtown Woodstock provides the perfect patio spot for lunch or dinner, where you enjoy the beautiful fall weather and the fresh cuisine of one of the city’s most welcoming restaurants. When you visit Reel Seafood, owners Karen and David Silverman bring 30 years of restaurant experience to your table along with some of the freshest fish and seafood you can find this far inland. Their approach to creating a casual, fine dining atmosphere is ideal for a quiet, relaxed meal or for celebrating a special birthday, anniversary or occasion of any kind. For those wanting more privacy for their special evening, Reel provides a private dining room that seats up to 32 guests. The room is equipped with a large, flat-screen TV that can be used for entertaining slideshows or business presentations. The versatility of the room accommodates both professional meetings and private parties. Reservations are required and guests are encouraged to book early during the holiday season. Brunch is a popular meal in the South and the Sunday brunch menu at Reel Seafood has something for everyone. A traditional offering like French toast is taken to the next level at Reel, where it is stuffed with spiced apple mascarpone and served with hazelnut butter, molasses and pecan wood-smoked bacon. Buttermilk fried chicken with Belgian waffles, smoked salmon with a toasted bagel, and Logan Turnpike shrimp and grits are just a few of the other items guests can choose from the extensive menu. And don’t forget the Bloody Mary bar and bottomless Mimosas! Guests who enjoy watching their food being prepared can sit at the chef’s counter overlooking the kitchen. Daily lunch specials are posted on Reel’s Facebook page so guests have good reason to like and follow the page. The dinner menu incorporates fresh seafood like mahi mahi, salmon and lobster. Delicious steak and chicken dishes are available for the landlubbers. Get started with an appetizer like the crab and goat cheese fritters with red pepper jelly, or dive into a platter of half shell East Coast oysters complete with horseradish mignonette and cocktail sauce. There is no wrong direction to go on this menu. If you have dietary restrictions, make sure to mention it to your server. Reel provides gluten-free and vegetarian options that are not mentioned on the regular menu. Special requests are welcomed and David says that his cooks are well trained to prepare special items. Hours: Sunday 10:30 a.m.-10 p.m., Brunch served 10:30 a.m. − 3:30 p.m. Monday-Thursday 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Friday-Saturday 11:30 a.m.-11 p.m. www.reel-seafood.com. www.facebook.com/reelseafood1

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The full service bar offers an extensive wine list and a wide range of beer offerings. The two largescreen TVs located at the bar make it an excellent choice for football fans on a Saturday or Sunday afternoon. The experienced bartenders prepare drinks using premium liquors and encourage patrons to try out special house cocktails like the Reel margarita. David and Karen represent the perfect combination of superior food and outstanding service. David has been cooking since he was 14 and at age 19, he had his first culinary apprenticeship. He spent seven years at Ray’s on the River, and he was a corporate trainer for Rio Bravo and worked under Master Chef Tom Catherall of the Here to Serve restaurant group. Karen has been in the restaurant business since age 14 and has worked all over the U.S. − doing everything from server, bartender to manager. It’s not often you find a chef-owned and operated restaurant where the owners set out each day to make their guests feel special. That’s what you will find at Reel, along with high quality, fresh food that is cooked to order. Karen and David agree that downtown Woodstock is a great location for their business. Try Reel Seafood and you’ll discover it’s not just a great location - it’s a great place to be. Restaurant photos by J King Images. Food photos by Danny Griffin Photography.

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Mexican Migrants In My Backyard BY ANN LITREL

Now that my boys are grown and gone, I sometimes feel like the only kid left outside in our neighborhood. When I see a turtle, I run out to take a picture and give it a name. (So far I’ve named eight.) When my husband finds a cool bug like a writing spider or praying mantis, he knows to send me a picture because it makes me happy. And in September every year, I go out in my garden to look for monarch caterpillars in my milkweed. Passing neighbors no doubt wonder what I’m doing—a middle-aged lady with sketchbook and camera, crouching down to stare at something no one else can see. That’s okay. As the world becomes more developed, I’m interested in what small animals, bugs and critters can survive in my yard—a tiny oasis of wild plants and flowers in the middle of a big subdivision.

Art by Ann Litrel, annlitrel.com

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Who Feeds Them? When I was a kid, every first grade classroom had a glass fish tank for hatching monarch butterflies. Every kid got to see the caterpillar form a chrysalis and hatch two weeks later into a grown butterfly. Nowadays, the monarch butterfly’s annual flight to and from Mexico appears in innumerable documentaries. It’s named one of the world’s 10 great animal migrations. What you might not know is that the entire migration takes four generations to complete. The female butterfly Plant a Monarch that flies north Waystation from Mexico in spring to mate, This Fall for Next Spring lay her eggs, and die, is the greatNectar Flowers for Adult Butterflies grandmother of • Magenta Echinacea the butterfly that • Purple Liatris makes its way back south in the • Gold Black-Eyed Susan fall to hibernate. • Pink Joe-Pye Weed He or she will roost sleeping • Yellow Sneezeweed with millions of Host Plants for Monarch Caterpillars fellow monarchs, and then fly north • Common Milkweed in the spring to • Butterfly Weed mate and start the cycle all over Online sources for native plants: again. www.easywildflowers.com Fifty years www.nichegardens.com ago, milkweed was common along roads and in fields. It’s the only plant that monarch caterpillars will eat. In my small hometown in the Midwest, we could always find a stand of milkweed—with caterpillars—to bring to class for the annual hatching. This was not true for my sons. In the manicured subdivision where we live now, anything that vaguely resembles a natural field is sprayed or mowed down to create the appearance of conforming green. And in rural areas, most farms use herbicides, killing the strips of wildflowers between fields that used to feed and host migrating butterflies. Homeowners Join a Grassroots Rescue Operation. Across the country, many people have united to fill the gap, swelling into a grassroots movement to plant monarch waystations

Ann is an artist and writer who lives in Towne Lake with her husband Dr. Mike Litrel and their two sons. Ann can be reached at Ann@annlitrel.com

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The Ethics of Surgery BY MIKE LITREL, MD

Ann was a 20-year-old college student when she suffered a near fatal bleed in her brain. I had known this young woman, who would later become my wife, for two months. I called her home, and heard the news from her parents. I struggled to make sense of it all. What did it mean that this young woman I liked so well was suddenly so very ill? The physician in charge of her care was the chairman of the Department of Neurosurgery at a prestigious teaching hospital. He explained to Ann and her parents that Ann’s bleed was caused by a birth defect involving a blood vessel. He stressed that as long as the blood vessel was there, it would pose a threat to her life. He recommended surgery. Ann’s parents were deeply unsettled. Of course they wanted this removed from their daughter’s life. But the blood vessel was deep in Ann‘s brain, next to her motor cortex. The risks of surgery were immense. They sought a second opinion from a neurosurgeon at a different, equally prestigious university teaching hospital. Ann’s father asked this surgeon the only question that mattered: If this were your daughter, would you recommend surgery? No, he said. If Ann were his daughter, he would not operate. He explained that the surgery could lead to paralysis or death. He pointed out that Ann had lived with the malformation 20 years before it had bled and that it might not bleed again. Or that if it did, the outcome would be the same – no permanent brain

damage or symptoms. He also shared the surprising fact that the first neurosurgeon had not documented that he recommended surgery—in fact, the first neurosurgeon had written that he‘d advised Ann’s parents against it. It was only in his verbal communication with Ann’s parents that he’d pressed for surgery. Thirty years later, Ann remains healthy without ever having undergone life-threatening neurosurgery. Of course, there is a comedian or two in the family who will argue that Ann did indeed suffer brain damage—the proof being that she agreed to marry me. But I prefer to ignore such amateur diagnoses. Recently, a patient traveled from another state to see me for a second opinion. She’d had a gynecological surgery years ago and was now experiencing some pain. She went to a surgeon in her home state. “He said I needed emergency surgery! But I can’t take off from work – I could lose my job!” Her story poured out – her husband was sick at home and it was only her job providing health insurance and paying their mortgage. Her story does have a happy ending. I performed an exam

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Dr. Michael Litrel is board certified in the sub-specialty female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery. He is a board certified urogynecologist and obstetrician/gynecologist at Cherokee Women’s Health Specialists. www.cherokeewomenshealth.com.

Becoming an Actor Step 4: Résumés and Cover Letters BY JESSICA LEIGH SMITH

You now have your professional headshots ready to send out to agents. You have done your research and have narrowed down to whom you want to submit. But there is still one crucial element to the submission process and that is what you send in with the headshot: the résumé and the cover letter. Let’s tackle cover letters first. This is your typical professional letter, just like what you were taught in school. As for what to write, think about your purpose. Your goal is to entice an agent to check out your materials. The agent knows why you have sent in your headshot and résumé, so there’s never a need to explain that in the cover letter. That agent also does not have time to read about the dream you had that gave you the courage to pursue your lifelong goal of being rich and famous. Make your letter short and to the point: write a respectful request that the agent review your materials, and close with reliable contact information. As for your résumé, please do not feel self-conscious if you don’t have a full page of credits. Everyone is new at some point in his or her career; even Brad Pitt started with nothing. It is important, however, to show that even though you may not have many credits, you are actively training. So be certain the training section of your résumé has at least a few credible 40

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classes listed. For the special skills section, there are a few rules: 1. Only list what you are truly proficient at. 2. Don’t list the obvious such as “licensed driver.” 3. Don’t list things that don’t matter, such as “good with children” or “great at memorization,” (you should be), and 4. Definitely include anything that makes you unique. For more detailed information on what makes a great acting résumé, check out Bonnie Gillespie’s archives of her blog at www.actorsaccess.com. If you would like to see how to format your résumé, you can download mine at my website: www.JessicaLeighSmith.com. Above all, have confidence that you are enough and that simple is best.

Your goal is to entice an agent to check out your materials.

Jessica Leigh Smith lives in Cherokee County with her family and is an actress and producer. JessicaLeighSmith.com and Facebook.com/NotFinishedInc.

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A Fair Warning

Furnace Humidifiers:

BY MATT NEAL

A Behind-the-Scenes Powerhouse

Folks, it’s time we had a serious discussion about a problem that faces us all, a problem that may wipe out all of humanity. The Zombie Apocalypse. I bring this to your attention now because I’ve been monitoring this situation for quite a while. At this time of year, and as we approach All Hallows Eve, we are at the crux of a transformation. In my own childhood, people would dress up as Frankenstein, vampires, ghosts, and other mundane creatures. However, in the past few years I’ve noticed a trend toward the more ghoulish and gory. Halloween night is a time when we expect to see zombies roaming the streets, and what do we do? We give them candy. Now you see the problem, my friends. I believe this zombie trend has been engineered by the zombies themselves. They intend to inundate us with fake zombies, so much so that we don’t expect the unthinkable. Once we have let our guard down, they will strike. Imagine this frightening scenario − the doorbell rings; you open it holding a bowl full of candy. Several people stand at your door, in rags and tatters, all bloody and maimed. You hold out the bowl of candy and … they eat your arm right off! Back in the day, Americans were worried that the Soviets would attack on Christmas morning. Is it so crazy that the zombies would use the same methodology? What better way to attack when we are least expecting it? By the time we realized the truth, it would be too late. Here’s what we all have to do: When the cute princesses and Spidermen come to the door, it’s okay to hold out that bowl of candy...but when the zombies come to the door, have a dead rat on hand. Offer them that. If they go for it, beware − there is a good chance they could be actual zombies. Happy Halloween.

Halloween night is a time when we expect to see zombies roaming the streets, and what do we do? We give them candy.

Matt Neal is a freelance writer who has lived in Woodstock with his wife since 1999. He can be reached at www. mattnealwriter@yahoo.com.

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BY DAN JAPE

Furnace humidifiers offer Georgia homeowners unique benefits in winter. Not only do humidifiers help ward off dryair problems, such as chapped skin, sinus issues and dry nasal passages, they can also help you save some cash. Installed to work alongside your heating system, furnace humidifiers generate moisture. As your furnace heats the air moving through the system and releases it to the incoming ductwork, the humidifier shoots water vapor into the conditioned air. The air moves into the ducts and is dispersed throughout your home’s living spaces. As long as a room has a duct delivery grille, it will receive the moisture-filled air. Furnace humidifiers do a thorough job of combating dry air. Because the moist air moves throughout the entire home, you don’t have to deal with the challenges that portable humidifiers present, such as monitoring water levels and daily cleanings. Portable units only humidify small spaces, so if you want your entire home humidified, you’ll have to buy multiple units, ultimately increasing your purchase cost and electric bill. With a whole-house furnace humidifier that connects directly to the home’s main water supply, you won’t have to worry about: Maintenance. Just call your HVAC contractor once a year when you need furnace and air conditioner service, and the technician will check the humidifier, too. Health issues. Say goodbye to colds, sinus pressure and respiratory issues. A dry environment is a breeding ground for these problems. Combating the seasonal dryness by adding moisture back into the air helps. Discomfort. Tired of electric shocks, dry noses and sore throats? A humidifier solves those problems. Home disrepair. Dry air doesn’t just wreak havoc on your health - it causes problems for the wood products around your home. When the air gets too dry, wood floors, instruments, woodwork and more can become damaged from dry air. High utility bills. Whenever you can turn down your thermostat, you’ll save on heating costs...but that’s easier said than done when you’re trying to stay warm on a cold winter’s night in Georgia. With a humidifier in play, you can do both: turn the thermostat down and save on heating costs, and feel warmer at the same time. Why? Because moist air makes you feel warmer, even at a reduced temperature, and the Department of Energy reports that homeowners can save about 1 percent on utility costs for every 1 degree they turn their thermostats back.

Dan Jape is the owner or Reliable Heating & Air. He can be reached at 770-594-9969

DOWNTOWN WOODSTOCK DINING GUIDE RESTAURANT CUISINE BREAKFAST LUNCH DINNER SUNDAY SPIRITS RESERV. Canyons American no $ $ open Beer/Wine no 335 Chambers St. 678-494-8868 canyonsburgercompany.com Century House Tavern Modern no $$ $$$ open Full bar 8 persons + 125 E Main St. American 770-693-4552 centuryhousetavern.com Fire Stone Wood-fired no $$ $$$ open Full bar yes 120 Chambers St. Pizza & Grill 770-926-6778 firestonerestaurants.com Freight Kitchen & Tap Southern Sat./Sun. $$ $$$ open Full bar no 251 E Main St. Brunch 770-924-0144 freightkitchen.com Habanero’s Taqueria Mexican no $ $-$$ open Full bar yes 9550 Main St. 770-498-8243 Hot Dog Heaven American no $ no open no no 8588 Main St. 770-591-5605 Ice Martini & Sushi Bar Tapas/Sushi no Fri./Sat. $$ open Full bar yes 380 Chambers St. only 770-672-6334 icemartinibar.com Ipps Pastaria & Bar Italian no $$ $$ open Full bar no 8496 Main St. 770-517-7305 ippspastaria.com J Christopher’s Diner $-$$ $-$$ no open no Weekends 315 Chambers St. only 770-592-5990 jchristophers.com J Miller’s Smokehouse BBQ & no $-$$ $-$$ open Beer no 156 Towne Lake Pkwy. Southern 770-592-8295 Sandwiches jmillerssmokehouse.com Magnolia Thomas Southern Sunday no $$$$ open Beer/Wine yes 108 Arnold Mill Rd. Brunch 678-445-5789 magnoliathomas.com Pure Taqueria Mexican Sat./Sun. $$ $$ open Full bar 6 persons+ 405 Chambers St. Brunch 770-952-7873 puretaqueria.com/woodstock Reel Seafood Seafood Sunday $$ $$-$$$ open Full bar limited gs. *see p 7 8670 Main St. Brunch 36 & 3 770-627-3006 Salt Factory Pub 8690 Main St. (678) 903-6225 Tea Leaves & Thyme 8990 Main St. 770-516-2609 tealeavesandthyme.com Vingenzo’s 105 E Main St. 770-924-9133 vingenzos.com What A Dog d *see a 9595 Highway 92 2 . g p 3 770-485-3411

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Lifestyle

The Renaissance of Dupree Road BY THE PREMIER GROUP

The remarkable success of the core of downtown Woodstock on Main Street is reaping rewards for new businesses, home builders and residents. New restaurants are opening, shops are expanding and more people are spending more time in what has become one of the most vibrant downtown areas in metro Atlanta. The good news gets even better. Main Street’s success is spilling over to the area just west of Downtown. Walton’s award-winning Woodstock West is expanding its initial development with plans for more luxury apartments and new townhomes. The townhomes will be located on Market Street and on Reeves Street near the corner of Dupree Road. The downtown portion of Dupree Road between the I-575 overpass and Main Street is the area where the latest transformation may be seen. Just east of I-575 on Dupree Road, the city’s much-loved Woofstock Dog Park is now connected via a new fly-over pedestrian bridge to the existing Noonday Creek Trail. Closer to downtown, at Dupree Road and Goshen Lane, a new pedestrian-friendly neighborhood is taking shape. Highland Park at downtown Woodstock will feature 22 new single-family detached homes, starting in the mid $400s, with parks, green spaces and numerous sidewalks, including an expansive one that will extend across the property’s frontage along Dupree Road. Across Goshen

Lane, the sidewalk will connect with a new one that the city is planning along Dupree Road to reach the existing sidewalks at Reeves Street. The positive result of all of this? New residents of Highland Park, along with other Dupree Road residents and visitors, will be able to walk easily to the heart of Woodstock. Strolling into town for a morning coffee—or to a restaurant for a nice meal—will become an easy option for more of downtown’s residents. This enhanced access to downtown will surely be a draw to new homeowners at Highland Park, and will likely lead to even more of a renaissance of this portion of Dupree Road, expanding Woodstock’s walkable core further out to new areas and benefiting new and existing residents.

This enhanced access to downtown will surely be a draw to new homeowners at Highland Park, and will likely lead to even more of a renaissance of this portion of Dupree Road.

IRA Rollovers for Lump Sum Pension Payouts

Give those dollars the opportunity for further tax-deferred growth. DON AKRIDGE, MBA, CFP®, CPA/PFS U.S. MARINE CORPS VETERAN – EMORY UNIVERSITY ALUMNUS

A big payout leads to a big question. If you are taking a lump sum pension payout from your former employer, what is the next step for that money? It will be integral to your retirement; how can you make it work harder for you? Rolling it over might be the right thing to do. If you do not have substantial retirement savings, that lump sum may be just what you need. The key is to plan to keep it growing. That money shouldn’t just sit there. Even tame inflation whittles away at the value of money over time. Most corporate pension payments are not inflation-indexed, so those monthly payments eventually purchase less and less. Lump sums are just as susceptible: if you receive $100,000 today, that $100,000 will buy 33 percent less in 20 years even with only 2 percent inflation.1,2 Putting it in the bank might cause you some financial pain. If you simply deposit your lump sum payout, it will be considered taxable income by the IRS. (There are very few exceptions to that rule.) All that income may send you into a higher tax bracket.1 Moreover, you will not get the whole amount that way: per IRS regulations, your employer must withhold 20 percent of it. In addition, if you receive the lump sum before age 59½, there could be a 10 percent early withdrawal penalty per federal tax law as 44

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the federal government wants to encourage you to keep your retirement money in your retirement account until your 60s. In most cases, you need to leave your job (i.e., retire) before you can roll money out of a pension plan.1,3 Want to postpone paying taxes on those assets? By arranging a rollover of your lump sum distribution to a traditional or Roth IRA, you may defer tax on those dollars. You can even defer tax on a distribution already paid to you if you roll over the taxable amount to an IRA within 60 days after receipt of the payout (weekends and holidays are included in those 60 days).1,3 In fact, through a direct rollover (also called a trustee-to-trustee transfer), you can avoid the 20 percent withholding and the larger tax bill that comes from receiving all that money. The funds can be transferred to an IRA this way, giving you many potential investment options and the ability to continue keeping those assets in a taxdeferred qualified retirement account.1 continued on page 60 Don Akridge is president of Citadel Professional Services, LLC, an independent firm, founded in 1994 and conveniently located off Chastain Road between I-575 & I-75 in Kennesaw. 770-952-6707.

Rob’s Rescues This dog’s name is Chico. He is a boy and is really friendly. He is 4 years old and was a stray. He is thin and black and really cute. He is a good listener and really likes people. He is a miniature Pinscher mixed breed. There are lots of kittens in the shelter. This kitten is Delta. He is 4 months old and likes to play. He is very active, more than any of the other kittens. He even played with my pen while I was writing. Here I am with Mrs. Susan Kazlauskas of Towne Lake. She is the hospital administrator at VCA Terrell Mill Animal Hospital. They have a Rob’s Rescues pet food collection bin there and have collected a lot of food for the shelter. Big News: I am going to do a pet food collection Oct. 11-18 at Starbucks on Sixes Road. Please bring in a small bag or tin of dog or cat food to Starbucks for local animals in need.

Rob’s Rescues now has a Facebook page!

I’m Rob Macmillan and I’m on a mission to help shelter dogs and cats. These animals are at the Cherokee County Animal Shelter at 1015 Univeter Road, Canton. Contact me at robsrescues@gmail.com

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Lifestyle

Moving Mountains

Little Bellas is empowering young girls through mountain biking. This fall, Little Bellas, which has chapters in Vermont, friendly encouragement,” said Loose. Goal-setting, healthy lifestyles, strong female bonds and California and Colorado, is expanding to include a program personal empowerment were that meets on Sundays at the important elements to be Blankets Creek Trail and Olde taught when mountain bike Rope Mill Park in Woodstock. Olympian Lea Davison, her sister Rebecca Loose is heading Sabra Davison, and avid cyclist up the new mountain biking and friend Angela Irvine created organization, Atlanta Little Little Bellas in Vermont in Bellas. She is a personal trainer, 2007. The organization has now avid cyclist and runner from reached more than 2,000 girls. Roswell, and she has devoted “Woodstock really has much of her professional work all the aspects that we are to helping youth develop and really excited about for a new maintain healthy lifestyles. Rebecca Loose with girls at Blankets Creek trails. Little Bellas chapter,” says Loose also coaches the Roswell Lea Davison, a specialized global rider. “It has an amazing Composite High School mountain bike team. She joined Little fusion of trails, mountain bike culture, and a female riding Bellas to increase the opportunity for girls in the Atlanta area community. We are incredibly excited to extend that positive to embrace mountain biking. energy to the younger community of girls.” “Introducing a young girl to mountain biking will give her Six-year-old Jayden Randall, who participated in the a healthy and fun hobby that she can continue well into introduction class, said, “having the other kids around made adulthood, and show her that even the biggest obstacle can me want to go fast and climb all the hills.” When asked what be overcome through practice, strength, determination and continued on page 60

Fall into Autumn:

Transitioning Your Wardrobe from Summer BY CLAIRE FROST

It’s that time of year again: football is on television, chili is in the slow-cooker and leaves are burning in the backyard! It may take a little while longer for Georgians to feel a chill in the air, but we’re still anxious to begin the glorious transition to fall. Not quite ready to break out the heavy coats? That’s okay...grab a pumpkin spice latte and settle in. Here are seven tips to take your summer wardrobe through a smooth transition to fall! Scarves. Pull out the lightweight scarves, leaving the extra thick ones in the closet for now. You can wrap one around you for warmth in the cooler evenings, or even drape around your neck and then belt the ends at the waist over a dress for a unique fall look. Boots. For me, the number one thing that updates an outfit for the season is always shoes. A pair of suede booties will take that summery floral dress into fall seamlessly. Stacked heels and fringe are big this season. Totes. An everyday bag in an earthy color is sure to help ground your wardrobe this fall. I change up my bag fairly regularly and in the fall months, I opt for some olive green, rich brown or black bags. Burnt sienna works, too. Vests. Yes, vests. Cargo vests (and jackets) are big right now. 46

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When they are worn over feminine sundresses (or flowy summer shirts), vests can make a really cool statement. Lips. Darken them. Start wearing your lipstick just a shade or two darker, and you can change your whole look. This is the easiest way to update your beauty routine for fall. Oversized Sweaters. If you have a few oversized sweaters that you wear around the house (or in an office that’s just a little too cold), it’s time to work them into your everyday outfits. You can belt them or just let them hang loose. With a messy ponytail and just the right pair of jeans, this look is effortless and chic. Plaid. Work it in somewhere: with a bag, a mid-length skirt or a button-up shirt. Plaid is in stores everywhere right now, and it’s the perfect season to try out the trend. The 90s are officially back, baby - and they brought their plaid and sweaters with them! Wishing you all a very fashionable fall season!

Claire is the editor of House of Frost, a blog juggling family, fashion, food and furnishing with a little sparkle. HouseFrost.com

The Downtown Buzz is held at the Chambers at City Center (8534 Main Street) on the last Friday of the month and begins at 8 a.m. unless otherwise noted. For more information on the Downtown Buzz program or to suggest a topic for consideration, please contact Mitzi at 770592-6056 â&#x20AC;˘ downtownwoodstock.org/downtown-buzz

Oct. 30 Speed Networking Business, individual and non-profit memberships are available

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Lifestyle

Senior Sense Making a Difference

Genetic Testing is Easy and Affordable

BY DELIA HALVERSON

BY KIMBERLY KING-SPOHN

This summer as I approached my 80th birthday, I wondered just what I’d done in all those years to make a difference in this world. I’d been a wife and mother of two children, and grandmother of four; I’d worked in several churches and volunteered in many more; I’d written numerous articles and columns, as well as curriculum for churches and several books. But did any of that make a difference in the world? I have the Lord’s Prayer on my wall, and almost every day I read the sentence: “Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven.” Then I turn on the morning news and hear the terrible things happening around the world. I wonder if we have made a difference in the world since that prayer was first given to us. What have I done to make a difference? Then, I read a statement by Paul Young, author of the parable book, “The Shack”; a passage reads,“...if anything matters then everything matters. Because you are important, everything you do is important. Every time you forgive, the universe changes; every time you reach out and touch a heart or a life, the world changes; with every kindness and service, seen or unseen, my purposes are accomplished and nothing will be the same again.” I also read the statement by former President Jimmy Carter, whom I admire: “My faith demands that I do whatever I can, wherever I am, whenever I can, for as long as I can with whatever I have to try to make a difference.” Many years ago, the author Edward Everett Hale said, “I am only one, but still I am one. I cannot do everything, but still I can do something; and because I cannot do everything, I will not refuse to do something that I can do.” I realize that no matter what I’ve done in the past, I can still make a difference to someone. I pick up bread at Publix for M.U.S.T. (a local charity) each week, and I usually have a conversation with the woman who is in charge of the incoming supplies for the store. I think that our conversations brighten her day. I try to remember to smile at the clerks in the stores where I shop. I look for clerks who don’t have anyone at their registers so that I can greet them with a smile. Maybe the little things that an 80-year-old woman does can make a difference, at least in some person’s world.

Genetic testing has moved beyond the realm of science fiction. Paired with family history and lifestyle, genetic testing helps determine a person’s risk of developing cancer. Cost has been a concern in the past. Many patients I meet with are surprised to learn it is much more affordable now and often covered by insurance plans if deemed medically necessary. Some patients I meet with do not have cancer. This was recently the case with a mother of two. We looked at her family history for three generations. The young woman had multiple cases of cancer in her family and had most recently lost her mother to ovarian cancer. She was offered a test to examine her BRCA genes. When functioning properly, BRCA genes help the body to prevent tumors from growing. When these genes are not working properly, tumors grow more frequently and may lead to cancer. By identifying gene mutations, we can proactively plan for our patients’ health. If a patient knows there is a gene mutation, she can decide on a treatment course, such as minimizing her risk of developing ovarian cancer by having her ovaries removed or conducting additional screenings to catch potential cancer growths. It is all about arming our patients with information and allowing them to make informed decisions to better live the lives they envision. In the case of the woman who had lost her mother to cancer, the tests came back negative and gave her peace of mind. Patients with a cancer diagnosis also find genetic testing useful. Identifying a mutation may affect treatment, such as making a patient eligible for clinical trials or choosing surgical options to prevent recurrence. A woman with breast cancer and a gene mutation may consider a bilateral mastectomy to keep breast cancer from recurring. Women with a BRCA gene mutation are also at higher risk for ovarian cancer and may consider the removal of ovaries as a preventative measure. No matter the result, as genetic counselors, we help guide what new genetic information could mean for a patient. It’s a unique process for each individual, and we’re here to help patients be as informed as possible.

I realize that no matter what I’ve done in the past, I can still make a difference to someone.

Delia writes books and leads workshops internationally. She and her husband settled in Woodstock after living in eight states. Their children and grandchildren live nearby.

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No matter the result, as genetic counselors, we help guide what new genetic information could mean for a patient.

Kimberly King-Spohn is a board-certified genetic counselor and serves as the manager of the WellStar Genetic Risk Assessment Program.

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Health & Wellness

Was Your Last Dental Visit More Than Three Years Ago? BY DR. SCOTT R. HARDEN

There are good habits you should maintain throughout your life, and going to the dentist every six months is one of them. The old adage “slow and steady wins the race” really applies to dentistry; people who are too busy to address their dental health often suffer the consequences of unexpected problems that can include deep painful cavities, abscessed teeth or extractions. After practicing dentistry for nearly 30 years, it has become extremely apparent to me that people who receive regular dental check ups have healthier teeth because their dental problems are detected earlier, and their treatment is likely to be simpler and more affordable. More importantly, regular dental check ups prevent many problems from developing in the first place. In recent weeks, I have seen several new dental patients who have brought this important message to light. One family brought in their college-aged son and daughter, who both play college sports; the entire family was delightful and very intelligent. These college students were busy, especially with sports and rigorous training, and had not dedicated time for regular dental check ups. They had typical and undesirable college eating habits, and both consumed sports drinks that promote tooth decay. Their oral hygiene technique and frequency were greatly lacking; let’s just say their coaching in oral hygiene did not compare to their

coaching in sports. The long delays in dental check ups resulted in numerous large cavities close to the nerves in several molars. They both complained of pain when eating cold or sweets. Their treatment was reactive rather than proactive, and the entire family learned a valuable lesson. Tom is another new patient we met several days ago. His chief concern was an upper molar that was hurting very badly. The radiograph of his tooth revealed severe decay that required the tooth to be extracted; upon further clinical inspection, we discovered that one of his lower molars also had advanced decay into the jawbone, and needed to be removed as well. Additionally, many of Tom’s back teeth were loose. Taking time to measure Tom’s gums revealed advanced gum disease involving all of his back teeth, and this was a game-changer involving his overall treatment needs. These teeth were removed to alleviate his pain. Tom is a successful businessman who travels around continued on page 60

Dr. Scott Harden, a dentist at Fountain View Family Dentistry, has served Woodstock for more than 21 years. 770-926-0000. www.FountainViewSmiles.com.

How’s Your Hearing? Ask an Audiologist! BY JAN HENRIQUES AU. D.

October is National Audiology Awareness Month. According to U.S. News and World Report, audiology is a highly recognized profession that was ranked one of the best careers in 2006, 2007, 2008 and 2009. According to the American Academy of Audiology, audiologists: • Are the primary health care professionals who evaluate, diagnose, treat and manage hearing loss and balance disorders in adults and children. • Prescribe, fit and dispense hearing aids and other amplification and hearing assistance technologies. • Are members of cochlear implant teams. • Perform ear- or hearing-related surgical monitoring. • Design and implement hearing conservation programs. • Design and implement newborn hearing screening programs. • Provide hearing rehabilitation training such as auditory training and listening skills improvement. • Assess and treat individuals, especially children, with central auditory processing disorders. • Assess and treat individuals with tinnitus (noise in the ear, such as ringing). Audiologists treat all types of hearing loss in infants, children, teens and adults. • Almost all types of hearing loss are treatable by an audiologist. • Most hearing loss that is caused by nerve damage can be 50

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treated by an audiologist with hearing aids, assistive listening devices and hearing rehabilitation. • Audiologists work in a variety of settings such as hospitals, clinics, private practice, ENT offices, universities, K-12 schools, government, military and Veterans Administration (VA) hospitals. • Most audiologists earn a doctor of Audiology (Au.D.) degree. Some audiologists earn a doctor of philosophy (PhD) or doctor of Science (ScD) degree in the hearing and balance sciences. • Audiologists must be licensed or registered for practice in all states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico. Check the credentials of the professional you chose as your hearing health care provider. You may think you are seeing an audiologist when purchasing a hearing aid, but many professionals may be licensed to fit you with a hearing aid but are not audiologists and usually do not have a doctorate degree. I am proud to be part of this exciting profession that is in the business of helping people. If you want more information on audiology and hearing loss, visit www.HowsYourHearing.org.

Dr. Henriques, a board certified audiologist and lead provider at North Georgia Audiology in Woodstock, has been practicing since 1985. www.YourHearingLink.com.

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Faith

Methodist Melodies Sharing light, laughter and song with senior citizens BY BOB HIRSCH

WHO are the singers? We’re just a bunch of folks wanting to bring a bit of cheer to senior citizens through music. Besides the singers, we also have a pianist, a bassist and a guitar player for accompaniment. Though we are sponsored by Little River United Methodist Church, we have several members from other churches and welcome any and all who would like to join us. Don’t worry, we don’t hold auditions – this is definitely a “spirit and attitude” choir. Warm hearts and big smiles are all that is required. WHAT do we sing? A variety of songs; some secular, some sacred, but always golden oldies. Our selections are specifically for our audiences, who often sing along with us. WHERE do we sing? Practices are held at our sponsoring church, Little River United Methodist Church [12455 Highway 92, Woodstock] in the choir room. Concerts are currently at four local assisted living facilities, and one center for independent living. On a limited basis, we also consider special requests. WHEN do we sing? Rehearsals are usually on the first and third Tuesday of every month at 10 a.m. Concerts are scheduled on Tuesdays as well, and are also at 10 a.m.. We rotate between five locations, three times a year at each, for a total of 15 concerts; that way, the residents know we will be returning, giving them something to look forward to. Both rehearsals and concerts are approximately one hour in length.

WHY do we do this? Besides the obvious gift of music, we provide some fellowship Group members Pat Andre, Bonny Carpenter, Linda by spending Pat Lanham, Sandra Wehunt, Sheila Bundy, some time visiting Huxhold, Patsy Butz, Sheri Isaacs, Judy Story, Chris Sarvak, with our audience Barbara Smith, Ethel Burkhard, Elizabeth Armstrong, after each concert, Dorothy McKinney, David Trull, Sal Bordanaro, Eileen Hirsch and Bob Hirsch. Not pictured: Dawn Thorpe, chatting, shaking Becky Hughes, Fritz Kupsky and Tamara Trull. hands, giving hugs and donating a handmade prayer shawl. As most volunteers will tell you, we get as much out of this as we give. We have fun, we grow, we learn new things, all while enjoying each other’s company and giving back to our community. When you look at our picture, you simply see a group of people standing on the steps of Little River UMC; what I see are two dozen angels in street clothes who were sent to us to break up the routine at various care facilities. The light coming from the residents when they see us come in lasts in our hearts and minds for days. This ministry is truly staffed from heaven. For more information, please call Bob Hirsch at 770.344.8763.

Accept God’s Invitation to Delight BY TRENT CHAMBERS

For the first time in four months, I am sitting on my back deck, staring through the dense foliage that lines a forest of pine trees and hardwoods behind my house. The leaves are wrestling against the wind. For a moment, I close my eyes and get lost in the sounds as I sip on my coffee and delight myself in the cool, crisp breeze. We have had our first taste of fall and it is sweet to the soul. It is a beautiful thing that a season of decay is filled with such beauty. As creation is prepared for its slumber, the cool breeze and vibrant trees invite us into new delights. I know, it’s not fall yet. But I want to savor this moment for the both of us. Savoring is a lost art. Some might say it is nearly extinct. In a world where everything competes for our attention, we are almost always left wanting. The sights and sounds of marketing gurus distract and deaden us from the small pleasures that surround us each day. Be it Atlanta traffic, demanding schedules, deadlines or Comcast, we seem to navigate a sea of uncertainty, fear and angst that is leading us everywhere but the place we long to be. And yet, all around us, we hear an invitation to delight. As a faith family, we spent the summer celebrating this invitation. We called it, “the Summer of Joy.” In a religious culture 52

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that has so fiercely separated “holiness” from happiness, too many of us live our lives with a low-grade and ever present guilt as we long for simple pleasures that God has given us to enjoy. “You make known to me the path of life; in your presence there is fullness of joy; at your right hand are pleasures forevermore.” Psalm 16:10-11. It seems prime for some Facebook meme or a religiously themed, horribly designed calendar, doesn’t it? I know, it seems innocent. But if we consider it, it disturbs our overly scheduled and highly stressed suburban lives with an invitation, “Life. Presence. Joy. Pleasure. Forever.” As I sip on my coffee, I am celebrating the good news that God has drawn near and invited us into a life that is characterized by joy. The fullness of joy that flows from His presence and the unending pleasures that come from His provision. Joy in God. Joy in His gifts. Pause, breathe and feel the breeze.

Trent Chambers is pastor at Sojourn Community Church, husband to Emily and father of Abby Grace and Isaac. Trent and Emily moved to Woodstock in 2012 to start a church that would connect the hope of the gospel to everyday life.

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School & Sports

Cell Phone Use, Texting and Other Driving Distractions BY MARK KISSEL

Several years ago, Georgia had the third-highest rate in the nation of drivers who text while driving. Drivers become so engaged with cell phones that they fail to maintain safe distances between vehicles, merge into adjacent traffic lanes and ignore traffic signals. While anecdotal evidence indicates that younger, less-experienced drivers are more easily distracted, unfortunately many adults are just as guilty. Georgia law is very clear about texting and driving. Georgia Law O.C.G.A. 40-6-241.1 states that all drivers younger than age 18 are banned from using a cell phone while driving. All drivers, regardless of age, are banned from texting while driving, according to Georgia Law O.C.G.A. 40-6-241.2. Certain exemptions apply, such as reporting a traffic accident, reporting a situation in which you believe your personal safety is in jeopardy, or using the device while the vehicle is parked. A National Safety Council survey found that daytime motorists use some type of hand-held or hands-free device that ultimately causes distraction and slower reaction times. Many are so immersed in the conversation, they neglect their responsibility to drive safely. Other actions can be just as problematicâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; reaching for an object increases crash risk by nine times, reading while driving increases crash risk by three times, grooming or applying makeup increases crash risk by

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three times, and drowsiness l increases crash risk four times. Data provided by the Governorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office of Highway Safety (GOHS) for Cherokee County reveal that between 2009 and 2013, traffic accidents rose from 4,475 to 5,578, resulting in an average of 1,511 injuries and 14 fatalities. In Georgia, drivers younger than 21 represent 10 percent of those involved in fatal crashes. A safe driving contract was created by the GOHS that sets out expectations that parents should have with their teens while they are continuing to develop their driving skills. It can be found at: http://www.gahighwaysafety.org/fullpanel/ uploads/files/teen-driver-parent-agreement.pdf

All drivers, regardless of age, are banned from texting while driving.

Chief of Police Mark Kissel has served the Cherokee County School District since 1999 and has more than 35 years of law enforcement experience.

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School & Sports

County Students Earn Record High Scores

The Cherokee County School District’s class of 2015 earned record high scores and the second-highest county average in metro Atlanta, while exceeding their peers across the nation on the ACT college entrance and placement examination. The district’s average ACT composite/total score on the curriculum-based test is 22.7, rising from 22.6 last year and 20.8 over the past decade; national and state averages are 21. Students earn a score on a scale of 1 to 36; the ACT is taken in lieu of, or in conjunction with, the SAT. The class of 2015 earned the school system’s highest-ever scores in the English (22.4), reading (23.4) and science (22.6) sections, with averages for those three sections, as well as mathematics, all increasing from the previous year. The number of seniors who took the ACT also climbed to 1,450, or 59 percent of the senior class – an increase over the 56 percent posted the previous year. The ACT will be administered this year at high schools in the district on Oct. 24 and Dec. 12. Testing in 2016 will occur on Feb. 6, April 9 and June 11. Students will have a choice of at least two dates at each campus.

Annual Band Exhibition Scheduled Woodstock High School will host the 19th annual Cherokee County Band Exhibition on Oct. 13. The gates open at 6 p.m., with performances beginning at 7 p.m. This event is open to the public; tickets are $7 per person; children 6 and younger are free. All six Cherokee County high school marching bands will perform, as will Reinhardt University and Kennesaw State University. Proceeds from ticket sales benefit the Woodstock Wolverine Band Boosters. Concessions will be available. For more information, email woodstockbandboosters@ gmail.com or call 678-677-2589. 56

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College Finance Workshop Helps Prepare Students The Woodstock High School media center recently hosted a college finance workshop that featured guest speakers from Berry College, the U.S. Army and Goodwill’s C3: College and Career Catalyst Program. Woodstock High School Work Based Learning teacher Olivia Steele also showed students how to search for financial aid through the Career Cruising online program.

Berry College representative Adrienne Amador speaks to seniors.

Seniors Named National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists Matthew S. Wang

Mackenzie R. Joy

Paula M. Ruiz

Matthew S. Wang of River Ridge High School, Mackenzie R. Joy of Sequoyah High School and Paula M. Ruiz of Woodstock High School have been named as semifinalists in the 2016 National Merit Scholarship Program. They join academically talented high school seniors from across the country who are competing for 7,400 scholarships worth more than $32 million. Scholarships will be awarded in spring 2016.

New Walking Track on Johnston Elementary Campus Johnston Elementary School recently dedicated its new walking track, which was made possible through community support. The Joe E. Johnston Walking Track was funded with donations from the Joe E. Johnston Foundation, Johnston Elementary PTA, Service League of Cherokee County and Cherokee County Educational Foundation. The track is already being put to good use for students. In August, the PTA held its kickoff fundraiser, The Jaguar Jog, on the track, when students ran a total of 3,070 laps (767 miles). The track is named in honor of the late Joseph E. Johnston, whose family foundation made a significant contribution toward its construction. Mr. Joe, as he was known in the community, lived a busy life of civic service until his death in 1978. He served as a State legislator, was active in the operation and management of the J.H. Johnston Company and related businesses including the Rope Mill, the Bank of Woodstock and Woodstock Oil and Fertilizer Company. Mr. Johnston was a charter member of Rotary Club of Canton and Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce and served on the Bank of Canton board of directors for many years.

School Club Hosts STEMposium for Students Woodstock High School’s WISE (Women in Science and Engineering) Club recently hosted a STEMposium with guest speaker Anna Cooks, a project lead and senior engineer for the Southern Company. Cooks spoke with WISE Club students in the media center during lunch periods.

From left: Principal Kim Montalbano, Lynn Ziner from the American Heart Association and PE teachers Stefanie Cunningham and Scott Fortes.

School Recognized by American Heart Association

From left: Club sponsor teacher Kelly Burke, club members Nicole Kirby, Savannah Fuchs, Kendall Alsup, Paula Ruiz and Julia Tully, and guest speaker Anna Cooks.

Woodstock Elementary School has received a Fit Friendly School Gold Achievement designation by the American Heart Association (AHA). Lynn Ziner, youth market director for the AHA was at the school recently to present a plaque to Principal Kim Montalbano, and PE teachers Stefanie Cunningham and Scott Fortes. The Fit Friendly program recognizes employers/schools that go above and beyond for their employees/students to create a culture of physical activity and health. The Gold Achievement level requires that criteria are fulfilled in areas such as offering physical activity support, increasing healthy eating options, and promoting a wellness culture.

River Ridge High Band to March in London Parade The River Ridge High School marching band will be traveling to London to participate in the 2016 New Year’s Day Parade. A film crew from the British Broadcasting Company film crew recently traveled from Great Britain to Cherokee County to gather footage of the band for programming that promotes the parade. The televised parade, which has twice the number of performers as the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York, is watched by viewers around the world, according to organizers.

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WOODSTOCK AREA HOMES SOLD IN AUGUST List Price 689,500 510,000 510,000 503,975 469,900 429,990 429,900 400,000 389,000 349,000 339,900 325,000 324,900 315,000 315,000 314,900 309,900 305,000 302,900 299,900 280,000 278,060 275,000 275,000 269,800 265,000 250,000 250,000 249,000 248,500 241,900 232,900 225,000 224,900 220,000 219,900 219,000 199,999 199,900 199,500 199,000 195,000 192,000 189,900 189,900 186,500

Address 259 Old Hickory RD 100 Estates AVE 1011 Meadow Brook DR 230 Haney RD 126 Glenmill WAY 306 Waters Lake CT 1089 Meadow Brook DR 103 Mill Park Chase 812 Clubhouse PTE 803 Clubhouse PTE 546 Augusta DR 654 Mark TRL 279 Edinburgh LN 132 Bradshaw Park DR 162 Highlands DR 171 Springwater TRCE 120 Susobell PL 807 Ashley LN 149 Stoney Creek PKWY 205 Sumac TRL 212 Revillion WAY 117 Stone Manor CT 804 Araya CT 531 Papillion TRCE 222 Highlands DR 238 REVILLION WAY 361 Windsong WAY 133 Caracas DR 221 Allison DR 418 Coolsprings TRL 122 Stone Manor CT 370 Acuba VW 200 Mincey WAY 202 Windfield DR 521 Quinn DR 334 Weatherstone PL 313 Dexter DR 527 Lazy River LN 110 Dials DR 3004 Ridgepoint LN 901 Plantation Ridge CT 519 Quinn DR 113 Northtowne DR 266 Colony Center DR 125 Parks CIR 281 Highland Village LN

Subdivision Beds Baths Yr Built Sales Price Private 5 3 2003 630,000 Estates At Wiley Bridge 5 4 2001 509,000 Meadow Brook 6 4 2004 455,000 Haney Walk 5 4 2015 493,975 Bradshaw Glen 6 4 2015 429,900 Waters Lake 5 4 2014 409,000 Meadow Brook 4 3 2004 420,000 Mill Park 4 4 2007 400,000 BRADSHAW FARMS 6 5 1996 355,000 Bradshaw Farms 5 4 1996 342,000 Bradshaw Estates 5 4 2004 330,000 None 3 3 1974 298,000 Wynchase 4 2 2015 324,900 Bradshaw Park 6 5 2003 310,000 Arbor View 6 3 2003 311,500 Springfield Place 6 3 1996 314,900 Woodlands Enclave 4 2 2004 289,000 Bradshaw Estates 4 2 2005 295,000 Stoney Creek 5 4 2014 305,360 Woodlands 5 3 2005 299,900 WOODLANDS 4 2 2004 280,000 Cornerstone Manor 4 3 2015 280,060 Woodlands Glen 4 2 2004 265,000 WOODLANDS GLEN 4 2 2005 287,000 Arbor View 4 2 2004 268,500 WOODLANDS GLEN 4 2 2005 276,000 Serenade 5 3 2001 250,000 Mill Creek Crossing 4 3 1992 250,000 Copper Ridge 4 3 1997 249,000 Springfield Place 4 3 1993 248,500 Cornerstone Manor 3 2 2014 241,900 Cottages Of Woodstock 2 2 2007 232,900 Whitfield at Ridgewalk 6 3 2003 224,000 Farmington 4 4 1979 211,000 WHITFIELD AT RIDGEWALK 5 3 2004 198,000 Weatherstone 3 2 1997 200,000 Woodlands 2 2 2004 211,000 River Plantation 5 3 2000 197,000 Misty Mountain 3 2 1979 215,000 Westridge 3 2 1996 197,000 River Plantation 3 2 1999 186,000 Whitfield At Ridgewalk 4 2 2004 190,000 North Towne 3 2 1997 196,000 Westridge 3 2 1995 191,900 Dobbs Estates 3 2 1986 190,000 Highland Village 3 2 2012 183,500

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IRA Rollovers for Lump Sum

The Ethics of Surgery

If you are considering taking a lump sum payout, make sure you position that money for additional tax-deferred growth. Talk to a financial professional who can help you with the paperwork and get your IRA rollover going.

and found no evidence of any emergency. I simply wrote a prescription for a topical cream to relieve her occasional discomfort. As the good news sank in, I watched the tightness leave her face. Tears of relief began to flow, her smile was wide, and she gave me a big hug. Any time you cut into the human body, no matter your skill as a surgeon, there are unique dangers. Every doctor knows this, and some choose to ignore it. Sometimes it’s for money, other times it’s hubris. They forget the truth: the highest joy of being a doctor is helping people, and the best thing about practicing medicine and surgery is the honor of meeting new people to love as you would want others to love you.

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to help the walkers get through their 60 miles, and the whole crew works very hard to make sure we give them everything they need. It may be hard to believe, but I think that crewing is physically harder than walking, but I love it. I’ve had some amazing experiences in the 11 events that I’ve participated in, but this one always helps me put things into perspective. While doing the 3-Day in Seattle in 2013, it rained like crazy on Day 3 (no big surprise). The rain was coming at us sideways as we walked along this stretch of highway by the port. We had to walk in single file and the only thing to do was keep your head down and watch the sneakers of the person ahead of you. I was drenched and miserable and found myself wondering what the heck I was doing out there. Then, I remembered that somewhere behind me there was a 23-year-old woman, still in treatment for breast cancer, being pushed in her wheelchair by her teammates through this storm. I would be warm and dry in my hotel room within hours, and she would be heading back for more rounds of chemo within weeks. No matter what city I’m in, what the weather is like or whether I’m walking or crewing, the one constant is the amazing spirit and determination of all the people involved - the walkers, the crew and the people cheering them on. It is three days when people from different places and with different reasons come together for the common goal of raising awareness and raising money to help find a cure for a disease that affects everyone. I will continue to walk and crew because I can, and so that hopefully my daughters won’t have to. 60

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Your Last Dental Visit continued from page 50

the world, and is a very involved father. He admitted he has not taken time to have a dental check up for almost 10 years. He knew he had bad breath and had occasional toothaches but ignored these symptoms. He said he wished he had come to the dentist sooner, but life happened. Tom learned that tooth decay and gum problems typically advance without pain. Tom will have several visits with specialists including a gum surgeon and an oral surgeon. He will lose numerous back teeth and have them replaced by either dentures or implants and crowns; these decisions will be made together as his treatment unfolds. Tom certainly did not wish for his teeth and gum problems to advance so far, but he also learned a valuable lesson regarding the importance of regular six-month check ups. Regular visits allow an ongoing assessment of your gums, and the hygienist can act as your personal coach, to ensure you are performing your oral hygiene properly every day. Hygienists measure your gums around every tooth to monitor for gum disease and know if you’re missing an area. If a problem arises, treatment can be performed in addition to coaching, to improve oral hygiene techniques for the specific area. The dentist evaluates your teeth every six months in a similar manner to ensure you avoid big problems that could otherwise occur from not going to the dentist for excessive months or years.

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she thought about her first Little Bellas session, nine-year-old Annabel from Marietta said, “it’s awesome! More girls should do it. When do I get to come back?” Highlights of the program’s curriculum include lots of games, snacks, a color powder day, and of course, lots of trail riding. The color powder day is like a color run, in which the girls will be wearing white T-shirts that will be the color of a rainbow when they finish their ride. If you know a girl who’s ready to ride, she can find out more by visiting www.littlebellas.com.

Reference

WOODSTOCK CITY GUIDE Stay Connected on Facebook

City of Woodstock: www.facebook.com/WOODSTOCKGAGOVT Woodstock Fire: www.facebook.com/woodstockfireandrescue Woodstock Main Street: www.facebook.com/MainStreetWoodstock Woodstock Parks and Recreation: www.facebook.com/woodstockparks Woodstock Police: www.facebook.com/woodstockpolicegeorgia Woofstock Dog Park: www.facebook.com/woofstockpark

On Twitter

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

City Council Representatives

For minutes and agendas of meetings, visit www.woodstockga.iqm2.com. Ward 1: Warren Johnson Ward 2: Chris Casdia Ward 3: Bob Mueller Ward 4: Liz Baxter Ward 5: Bud Leonard Ward 6: Rob Usher 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

City Officials

Woodstock Visitors Center/Dean’s Store Kyle Bennett, Tourism Manager, 770-924-0406, kbennett@woodstockga.gov Mitzi Saxon, Administrative Coordinator, 770-592-6056, or ext.-2250 msaxon@woodstockga.gov

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

Public Safety

City of Woodstock government 770-592-6000

Finance Robert Porche, CFO 770-592-6003, rporche@woodstockga.gov Parks and Recreation Preston Pooser, 770-517-6788, ppooser@woodstockga.gov

George Williams, community outreach, Fire Marshal’s office 770-592-6000 ext. 1845, gwilliams@woodstockga.gov Woodstock Police Department 770-592-6030 Woodstock Post Office 770-591-0364

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Reference

W OO DSTO CK CITY G O VER NMENT Mayor and Council Members Mayor Donnie Henriques dhenriques@woodstockga.gov Ward 1 - Warren Johnson wjohnson@woodstockga.gov Ward 2 - Chris Casdia ccasdia@woodstockga.gov Ward 3 - Bob Mueller bmueller@woodstockga.gov Ward 4 - Liz Baxter lbaxter@woodstockga.gov Ward 5 - Bud Leonard bleonard@woodstockga.gov Ward 6 - Rob Usher rusher@woodstockga.gov

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ELECTED & APPOINTED OFFICIALS United States Government President Barack Obama (D)

1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, D.C. 20500 www.whitehouse.gov

Sen. David Perdue (R)

B40D Dirksen Senate Ofc. Bldg., Washington, DC 20510 perdue.senate.gov

Sen. Johnny Isakson (R)

131 Russell Senate Ofc. Bldg., Washington DC 20510 3625 Cumberland Blvd, Suite 970, Atlanta, GA 30339 isakson.senate.gov

Cherokee County Board of Commissioners

202-456-1414 fax: 202-456-2461 202-224-3521 GA: 678-248-6444

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

State Government Governor Nathan Deal (R)

404-652-7003 203 State Capitol, 206 Washington St. Atlanta, GA 30334 www.gov.georgia.gov

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

404-463-1378

Rep. Michael Caldwell (R) District 20

678-523-8570

Rep. Scot Turner (R) District 21

678-576-2644

Rep. Wes Cantrell (R) District 22 wes@cantrellforhouse.com

770-722-7526

Rep. Mandi Ballinger (R) District 23

404-656-0254

scot@turnerforhouse.com

mandi.ballinger@house.ga.gov

Rep. John Carson (R) District 46 john.carson@house.ga.gov

404-656-0287

Superior Court 678-493-6260 678-493-6270 678-493-6240

State Court Judge W. Alan Jordan Judge A. Dee Morris

678-493-6490 678-493-6480

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

L.B. “Buzz” Ahrens (R) Chairman

lbahrens@cherokeega.com

Steve West (R) District 1 Ray Gunnin (R) District 2 rgunnin@cherokeega.com

Brian Poole (R) District 3 bpoole@cherokeega.com

Scott Gordon (R) District 4 sgordon@cherokeega.com

Cherokee County Coroner Earl W. Darby

770-735-8055

Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office Sheriff Roger Garrison (R)

www.cherokeega-sheriff.org 678-493-4100 fax: 678-493-4228

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

Cherokee County Tax Commissioner Sonya Little

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

Cherokee County School Board Superintendent, Dr. Frank Petruzielo 221 West Main St., Canton, GA 30114 drp@cherokee.k12.ga.us

678-493-6400 fax: 678-493-6420 www.cherokee.k12.ga.us 770-479-1871 fax: 770-479-1236

Kyla Cromer (R) (Chair)

678-493-8088

Kelly Poole (R) District 1

678-895-9044

Patsy Jordan (R) District 2 patsy.jordan@cherokee.k12.ga.us

770-893-2970

John Harmon (R) District 3

404-462-4950

kyla.cromer@cherokee.k12.ga.us

john.harmon@cherokee.k12.ga.us

Rick Steiner (R) District 4

770-721-4398, x4370

rick.steiner@cherokee.k12.ga.us

Clark Menard (R) District 5

770-928-0341

clark.menard@cherokee.k12.ga.us

678-493-6431 678-493-6431

Probate Court Judge Keith Wood (R)

Commissioners

kelly.poole@cherokee.k12.ga.us

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

www.cherokeega.com 678-493-6001

swest@cherokeega.com

Rep. Barry Loudermilk (R) District 11 238 Cannon House Ofc. Bldg., Washington DC 20515 202-225-2944 9898 Highway 92, Suite 100, Woodstock, GA 30188 GA: 770-429-1776 loudermilk.house.gov

michael@CaldwellforHouse.com

1130 Bluffs Pkwy., Canton, GA 30114

Mike Chapman (R) District 6 mike.chapman@cherokee.k12.ga.us City Government

678-493-6160

Canton Mayor Gene Hobgood

770-704-1544

Juvenile Court

www.canton-georgia.gov

Chief Judge John B. Sumner Judge Anthony Baker

Holly Springs Mayor Timothy Downing

770-345-5536

District Attorney Shannon Wallace

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

Clerk of Courts Patty Baker

Woodstock Mayor Donnie Henriques

770-592-6001

678-493-6511

www.hollyspringsga.us. www.woodstockga.gov

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Reference

WOODSTOCK AREA CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS BUSINESS ORGANIZATIONS Cherokee Business Network Meets: 7:45 a.m. every Wednesday at Chick-fil-A, 9728 Highway 92, Woodstock Contact: Marci Zied 770-345-8687 Cherokee Toastmasters Club Meets: Noon-1:15 p.m. Wednesdays at the Bank of North Georgia, 200 Parkway 575, Woodstock www.cherokeetoastmasters.com Empowered Women Through Synergy Meets: 8:30 a.m. third Thursday at J Christopher’s, 315 Chambers St., Woodstock Contact: Shahida Baig 678-445-3900 The Joy of Connecting Networking for Women Meets: Various times and locations Contact: Edeline Dryden 678-789-6158 http://xperienceconnections.com/spotlight/woodstock/ Main Street Woodstock Meets: 8 a.m. last Friday of every month at 8534 Main St. at City Center www.mainstreetwoodstock.org Southeast Cherokee Business Networking Meets: 8:30 a.m. Wednesdays at Frosty Frog Creamery, 6205 Hickory Flat Hwy., #112, Canton www.secbn.com Towne Lake Business Association Meets: 12:30 p.m. third Tuesday at Featherstone’s at Towne Lake Hills Contact: 770-615-3350 www.tlba.org Towne Lake PowerCore Team Meets: 7:15-8:45 a.m. every Friday at Featherstone’s at Towne Lake Hills Contact: Marc Replogle 770-952-5000, ext. 20 or 404-816-3377 www.powercore.net Women of Woodstock Meets: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. first and third Wednesday at Featherstone’s at Towne Lake Hills Contact: info@womenofwoodstock.com www.womenofwoodstock.com

CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS Ahimsa House Helps victims of domestic violence 24-hours a day who need help getting their pets to safety. Contact: 404-452-6248 www.ahimsahouse.org Angel House Girls Home A residential facility to help girls ages 12-18 learn selfsufficiency. Contact: 770-479-9555 www.angelhousega.com Anna Crawford Children’s Center Dedicated to preventing child abuse and neglect, and protecting and serving children and families through prevention and intervention services. Contact: 678-504-6388 www.cherokeechildadvocates.org Bethany Place A transitional home for single women, unwed mothers. Contact: 770-479-9462 www.bethanyplacehome.org CASA for Children Promotes the health and happiness of children impacted by abuse through programs that increase their safety and improve their educational, social and emotional functioning. Contact: 770-345-3274 www.casacherokee.org CCHS Thrift Store Accepts donations and sells used household items to raise money for Cherokee County Humane Society. 5900 Bells Ferry Road, Acworth Contact: 770-592-8072 Cherokee Family Violence Center Offers emergency shelter and crisis intervention, affordable housing, education, support services. Contact: 770-479-1703, Spanish 770-720-7050 or 800334-2836 option 2 www.cfvc.org Cherokee Fellowship of Christian Athletes Challenges professional, college, high school, junior high and youth level coaches and athletes to use athletics to impact the world for Christ. Contact: Bill Queen 404-441-3508 www.cherokeefca.org

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Cherokee County Humane Society (CCHS) Contact: 770-928-5115 or admin@cchumanesociety.org www.cchumanesociety.org Cherokee FOCUS Works to improve the lives of children and families through collaborative programs and initiatives. Contact: Sonia Carruthers 770-345-5483 www.cherokeefocus.org Cherokee County Senior Services Offers educational, social, leisure and recreational activities for senior citizens. Contact: 770-345-5312 or 770-345-5320 www.cherokeega.com/senior-services Community Veterinary Care Provides professional veterinary care for pets whose owners have limited financial means. Contact: 678-640-3512 www.communityveterinarycare.com Companion Animal Connection Contact: 678-493-9847 www.adoptapet.com Everyday Angels Offers financial assistance for local families in need. Contact: aaeverydayangels@gmail.com Feed My Lambs, Inc. Provides free Christian preschools in the U.S. and around the world. Contact: 770-795-9348 office@feedmylambs.net www.feedmylambs.net Forever Fed A mobile food ministry that addresses physical hunger and hopelessness in North Georgia by providing meals and sharing the gospel. www.foreverfed.org Funds 4 Furry Friends Helps those in need with food, spay/neuter and medical attention for their pets. Contact: Gina Jeter 770-842-8893 www.funds4furryfriends.com Georgia Animal Project, Offers high quality, low cost spay and neuter services for dogs and cats throughout North Georgia. Based in Ball Ground Contact: 770-704-PAWS (7297) www.theanimalproject.org Give a Kid a Chance – Cherokee Sponsors a yearly back-to-school bash, giving children in need filled backpacks to free haircuts. www.giveakidachance.org Goshen Valley Boys Ranch Offers a home, care and counsel to young men in the DFCS system. Contact: 770-796-4618 www.goshenvalley.org Green Shelters America Animal rescue group. Contact: 770-712-4077 or GreenSheltersAmerica@gmail.com www.GreenSheltersAmeric.com Habitat for Humanity North Central Georgia Contact: 770-587-9697 www.habitat-ncg.org 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. Contact: Jennifer Simonis 770-633-4451 www.hhyr.org

Contact: 770-924-0864 or info@TheHopeCtr.com www.hopectr.com HOPE Center — Baby & More Thrift Store Offers adult and children’s clothing. Contact: 770-517-4450 www.babyandmorethriftstore.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 Parkway www.mustministries.org National Alliance for Mental Illness The nation’s largest grassroots organization in America working to build better lives for the millions affected by mental illness. www.nami.org Never Alone Outreach Provides food and clothing assistance to Cherokee families in need. www.neveralone.org Next Step Ministries Offers a therapeutic day program, Saturday respite, camps and special events for people with special needs. Contact: 770-592-1227 www.nextstepministries.net North Georgia Pregnancy Center Offers help and care to young girls and women with an unplanned pregnancy or who need counseling. Contact: 706-253-6303 www.ngapregnancy.org Papa’s Pantry A year-round local food ministry, which also includes the Masters Training Center to help individuals and families in crisis get back on their feet. Contact: Lynne Saunders 770-591-4730 www.papaspantry.org Pet Buddies Food Pantry Helps families in need by providing pet food, supplies, spaying and neutering, and education through community outreach programs. Contact: 678-310-9858 www.petbuddiesfoodpantry.org Safe Kids Cherokee County Provides free child safety seat inspections by appointment. Contact: 770-721-7808 www.safekidscherokeecounty.org SERV International Operates the House of Hope orphanage in Africa, sponsors a clean water program in Dominican Republic and meal distributions worldwide. Also offers mission trips. Contact: 770-516-1108 www.servone.org Volunteer Aging Council A nonprofit that helps raise funds for the seniors of Cherokee County. A list of current needs is available. Contact: 770-310-3474 www.vac-cherokeega.org

VETERANS SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS American Legion Post 316 Meets: 7 p.m. third Thursdays at William G. Long Senior Center, 223 Arnold Mill Road Contact: Irma Martin 678-662-2366

Woodstock VFW Post 10683 Meets: 7 p.m. second Tuesday at William G. Long Senior Center, 223 Arnold Mill Road Contact: Andrew Yrabedra 404-663-4663

CIVIC, COUNTY ORGANIZATIONS

AARP Woodstock Chapter For anyone age 50 and older. Meets: 11:30 a.m. second Tuesdays at Featherstone’s at Towne Lake Hills Contact: Rich 770-926-1944

HopeQuest Ministry Group Helps people who struggle intensely with life dominating issues related to alcohol abuse, substance abuse and/or sexual brokenness. Contact: 678-391-5950 www.hqmg.org

Canton-Cherokee TRIAD/S.A.L.T. (Seniors and Law Enforcement Together) Meets: 8:30 a.m. first Tuesday at G.Cecil Pruitt YMCA in Canton (Hall of Fame Room) www.saltcherokee.com

HOPE Center Offers support for unplanned pregnancy.

Cherokee County Historical Society Contact: 770-345-3288 www.rockbarn.org

Citizen Oversight and Education Contact: 678-520-2236, citizenoversighteducation@ yahoo.com Jewish Havurah (Friends) A group of Jewish people who meet for Jewish holidays, special Jewish events and Shabbat dinners. Contact: Marcie Zied 770-345-8687 Junior Service League of Woodstock Contact: 770-592-3535 http://jslwoodstock.org/ Pilot Club of Cherokee County Meet: 6: 30 p.m. second Mondays at IHOP on Hwy 20 Contact: Lynda Goodwin, 770-393-1766 or Lynda@edgoodwinassociates.com www.pilotinternational.com Rotary Club of Cherokee County Meets: 6:30 p.m. Thursdays at IHOP on Highway 92 Contact: 770-480-4179 Rotary Club of Woodstock Meets: 7:30 a.m. Tuesdays at IHOP on Highway 92 Contact: 678-428-6514 Rotary Club of Towne Lake Meets: Noon Thursdays at Featherstone’s Grille at 1003 Towne Lake Hills E., Woodstock www.townelakerotary.com Service League of Cherokee County Contact: 770-704-5991 http://serviceleague.net South Cherokee Optimist Club Meets: 7:30 a.m. every Friday at Featherstone’s at Towne Lake Hills Contact: 770-926-3522 Towne Lake Optimist Club Meets: 7:30 a.m. Fridays at Eagle Watch Golf Club Contact: 404-557-2218 www.townelakeoptimists.com Woodstock Jaycees Meets: 7 p.m. first Tuesday and third Thursday at 216 Rope Mill Road Contact: 770-926-8336 Woodstock Lions Club Meets: 7 p.m. second and fourth Tuesdays at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church. Contact: 770-906-2958

POLITICAL ORGANIZATIONS Cherokee County Democratic Party Meets: 7 p.m. second Thursday at Holly Springs Train Depot, 164 Hickory Road, Holly Springs Contact: 770-345-3489 www.cherokeedemocrats.com Cherokee County Libertarians Meets: 7:30 p.m. on the third Tuesday at the Cherokee County Board of Realtors Training Center, 1600 River Park Blvd., Suite 104, Woodstock http://cherokeelp.org

Cherokee Amateur Radio Society Meets: 10 a.m. on the second Saturday at William G. Long Senior Center, 223 Arnold Mill Road www.cherokeehams.com Cherokee Community Chorale A community of singers from all walks of life including housewives, teachers, retired professionals, office managers and professional musicians who love the art of choral singing. Contact: 678-439-8625 www.cherokeechorale.org Cherokee County Arts Center 94 North St., Canton Contact: 770-704-6244 www.CherokeeArts.org Cherokee County Master Gardeners Contact: 770-721-7803 www.caes.uga.edu/extension/cherokee/mastergardeners Cherokee Photography Club www.cherokeepc.org Cherokee County Saddle Club Hosts monthly meetings and group rides. www.cherokeesaddleclub.com Cherokee Hockey In Line League (CHILL) Roller hockey. www.cherokeehockey.org Cherokee Music Teachers Association Contact: Linda Lokey 770-720-1701 www.cherokeemta.org Cherokee Soccer Association Contact: 770-704-0187 www.csaimpact.com Cherokee Youth Lacrosse Association www.cherokeelacrosse.com 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 Kingdom Riders A forming chapter of the Christian Motorcyclists Association in Canton. Meets: 8 a.m. fourth Saturdays at Family Tradition restaurant in Hickory Flat. All makes of motorcycles welcome. Les Marmitons For men interested in culinary arts. www.lesmarmitons.org Wildlife Action, Inc. A conservation organization on Allatoona Lake at 2075 Kellogg Creek Road, Acworth. Contact: 770-924-7464 www.wildlifeactiongeorgia.com Cherokee Senior Softball Association www.seniorsoftball.com

Cherokee County Republican Party Meets: 9 a.m. third Saturday at JUMP Kitchen and Saloon, 1085 Buckhead Xing, Woodstock Contact: 678-882-0915 http://cherokeecounty.gop

Sons of the American Revolution - Cherokee Meets: 7 p.m. second Tuesdays at the Rock Barn, 638 Marietta Highway, Canton www.cherokeechapter.com

Cherokee Tea Party Patriots Meets: 4 p.m. third Sunday at Latimer Hall, 103 Towne Lake Parkway, Woodstock Contact: Conrad Quagliaroli 770-378-8232, conradquag@gmail.com www.teapartypatriots.org/groups/cherokee-tea-partypatriots/

William G. Long Senior Center Offers activities for seniors at 223 Arnold Mill Road in Woodstock. Contact: 678-445-6518

Cherokee County Republican Women affiliated with The Georgia Federation of Republican Women Meets: Monthly in Woodstock/Canton Contact: 770-592-7811 or jkconkey@gmail.com Grassroots Conservatives of Cherokee Meets: 7- 9 a.m. Fridays at the Wendy’s in Holly Springs, 5343 Old Highway 5, Woodstock Contact: Bill Dewrell 770-294-0922 Republican Women of Cherokee County Contact: 678-520-2236 www.rwccga.com

RECREATION & HOBBIES 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

SUPPORT ORGANIZATIONS AA Meetings Canton Meets: 9:30 a.m. Monday-Saturday, 7 p.m. Monday at Canton First United Methodist, 930 Lower Scott Mill Road. Woodstock Meets: 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday at Hillside United Methodist, 4474 Towne Lake Parkway. http://www.aageorgia.org/14c-meetings.html Al-Anon and Al-A-Teen Canton Meets: 8 pm Thursday at St Clements Episcopal Church, 2795 Ridge Road. Woodstock Meets: Tuesday Al-anon and Alateen 8 pm Thursday Al-anon at Hillside United Methodist Church, 4474 Towne Lake Pkwy. Contact: Reba. 770-516-3502 www.ga-al-anon.org/district-number.php?district=17 American Heart Association - Cherokee Division Contact: 678-385-2013

American Red Cross Metro Chapter Contact: 770-428-2695 Breast Cancer Support Group Meets: 10 a.m. - noon first Thursday of each month at Northside Hospital—Cherokee, Diabetes Classroom, Educational Center Contact: 404-843-1880 Celebrate Recovery Christ-centered recovery program for all types of habits, hurts and hangups. Meets: 6:30 p.m. Thursdays at Woodstock Church of the Nazarene. Contact: 770-366-7515 Meets: 6:30 p.m. Mondays at Sixes United Methodist Contact: 770-345-7644 www.sixesumc.org Meets: 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays at Ministry House Contact: 678-459-2347 http://MinistryHouse.org Meets: 6:15 p.m. Thursdays at 411 Scott Mill Road, Canton Contact: 678-764-8660 www.celebraterecovery.com Cherokee County Support Group Provides support for people with autoimmune conditions such as lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, Sjogren’s syndrome, etc. Meets: 6:30 - 8 pm second Thursday at New Light Baptist Church, 1716 New Light Road, Holly Springs Contacts: Stacie Collett 404-402-0571, jhmom88@ comcast.net and Christy Stephenson 770-337-0294 christystephenson@msn.com Cherokee County Special Olympics Provides year-round sports training and athletic competition for children and adults with intellectual disabilities. www.cherokeecountyspecialolympics.org Cherokee Christian Ministerial Association For pastors and ministry leaders of all Christian denominations. Meets: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. last Wednesday at Dayspring Church, 6835 Victory Drive, Woodstock www.cherokeeministers.org Diabetes Support Group Meets: 9:30 and 11 a.m. third Tuesday at Emeritus Assisted Living, 756 Neese Road, Woodstock Contact: Linda Watson 770-793-7818 Georgia Canines for Independence Contact: 404-824-4637, gcidogs@aol.com www.gcidogs.org Grace Valley Ministries Connects pastors by offering small group meetings, free counseling and a place to retreat. Contact: 727-251-7690, info@gracevalleyministries.org www.gracevalleyministries.org Grandparents Raising GRANDchildren Meets: 7:15 p.m. second Tuesdays Transfiguration Catholic Church, Marietta (nursery available). Contact: Jeannie 770-919-9275 Hearing Loss Association of America NW Metro Atlanta Chapter Support and resources offered at free and quarterly meetings in the Woodstock area. Contact: nwmetroatlantahlaa@gmail.com La Leche League of South Cherokee Meets: 10 a.m. first Tuesday and 7 p.m. third Tuesday at Bascomb United Methodist Church Contact: Marguerite 678-315-7686 or Megan 770-517-0191 MOMS Club of Woodstock - Towne Lake Contact: momsclubofwoodstocktl@gmail.com https://sites.google.com/site/ momscluboftownelakewoodstock MOPS — Mothers of Preschoolers (birth — K) Meets: 9:30 a.m. second and fourth Mondays at Hillside UMC, 4474 Towne Lake Pkwy Contact: 770-924-4777 Unlimited Possibilities Support group for stroke and brain injury survivors. Meets: 7 p.m. first Tuesday of each month at Kennestone Outpatient Rehab Center Contact: Kelly 678-677-2589 AROUND WOODSTOCK | October 2015

Reference

COMMUNITY OF FAITH ADVENTIST

Cherokee 101 Rope Mill Road, Woodstock 770-591-7304 http://cherokee.netadvent.org/ Canton 411 Scott Mill Road, Canton 678-880-0106 www.cantonadventist.org

AME

Allen Temple AME 232 N. Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock 770-926-6348 www.allentempleame.org St. Paul 390 Crisler St., Canton 770-479-9691 www.stpaulame-canton.org

BAPTIST

Carmel 2001 Bascomb Carmel Road Cherokee 7770 Hickory Flat Highway, Woodstock 770-720-3399 www.cherokeebaptistchurch.org

River Church 2335 Sixes Road, Canton 770-485-1975 www.riveratlanta.org Shallowford Free Will Baptist Church 1686 Shallowford Road, Marietta 770-926-1163 www.shallowfordchurch.com South Cherokee 7504 Highway 92, Woodstock 770-926-0422 www.cherokeebaptistchurch.org Sutallee 895 Knox Bridge Highway, White 770-479-0101 www.sutalleebaptistchurch.com Toonigh 4999 Old Highway 5, Lebanon www.toonightbaptistchurch.lifewaylink.com

CHURCH OF GOD

Crossroads Community Church 2317 Bascomb-Carmel Road, Woodstock 770-592-7007

Bells Ferry 6718 Bells Ferry Road, Woodstock 770-592-2956 www.bellsferry.com

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

New Life Church 154 Lakeside Drive, Canton 770-345-2660 www.newlifecanton.com

Faith Community 659 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock 770-516-1996 www.faithcommunitychurch.org First Baptist of Woodstock 11905 Highway 92, Woodstock 770-926-4428 www.fbcw.org First Baptist Canton One Mission Point 770-479-5538 www.fbccanton.org First Baptist Holly Springs 2632 Holly Springs Parkway 770-345-5349 www.fbchollysprings.com Heritage Baptist Fellowship 3615 Reinhardt College Parkway, Canton 770-479-9415 www.heritagebaptistfellowship.com Hillcrest 6069 Woodstock Road, Acworth 770-917-9100 www.hbcacworth.org Hopewell 78 Ridge Road, Canton 770-345-5723 www.hopewellbaptist.com Mt. Zion 4096 East Cherokee Drive, Canton 770-479-3324 www.mtzb.org

New Victoria 6659 Bells Ferry Road, Woodstock 770-926-8448 www.newvicbaptist.org

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Sunnyside 2510 East Cherokee Drive, Woodstock 770-693-1018 www.sunnysidecog.com

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

MESSIANIC JEWISH CONGREGATIONS Congregation Beth Hallel 950 Pine Grove Road, Roswell 770-641-3000 www.bethhallel.org

LUTHERAN

Celebration of Grace 411 Scott Mill Road, Canton 770-503-5050 www.celebrationofgrace.org Good Shepherd 1208 Rose Creek Drive, Woodstock 770-924-7286 www.gslutheran.org Timothy 556 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock 770-928-2812 www.tlcwoodstock.org

ORTHODOX

St. Elizabeth 2263 East Cherokee Drive, Woodstock 770-485-0504 www.stelizabethga.org

PRESBYTERIAN

Cherokee 1498 Johnson Brady Road, Canton 770-704-9564 www.cherokee-pca.org.

Toonigh 4775 Holly Springs Parkway, Canton 770-926-3096 www.toonighcog.org

Covenant South Annex Rec Center 7545 Main St., Bldg. 200, Woodstock www.cc-pca.org

EPISCOPAL

Faith 3655 Reinhardt College Parkway, Canton www.faithpc.us

Christ the Redeemer Charismatic 6488 Hickory Flat Highway, Canton 404-395-5003 www.ctrcec.com Episcopal Church-Annunciation 1673 Jamerson Road, Marietta 770-928-7916 www.annunciationepiscopal.org Saint Clementâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 2795 Ridge Road, Canton 770-345-6722 www.stclementscanton.org

JEWISH

Chabad Jewish Center 4255 Wade Green Road NW, Suite 120, Kennesaw 678-460-7702 www.jewishwoodstock.com Congregation Ner Tamid Reform Jewish Congregation 1349 Old 41 Highway NW, Suite 220, Marietta 678-264-8575 www.mynertamid.org

Grace Church 1160 Butterworth Road, Canton 678-493-9869 www.gracecanton.org Heritage 5323 Bells Ferry Road, Woodstock 770-926-3558 www.heritagepres.com Woodstock 345 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock 770-926-0074 www.woodstockpcusa.com

ROMAN CATHOLIC

Our Lady of LaSalette 12941 Sam Nelson Road, Canton 770-479-8923 www.lasalettecanton.com St. Michael the Archangel 490 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock 770-516-0009 www.saintmichaelcc.org

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

Branches of Christ 5946 Jacobs Road, Acworth 770-917-4964 www.branchesofchrist.com

New Covenant Bible 1095 Scott Road, Canton 770-479-6412 www.newcovenantcanton.org

UNITED METHODIST

BridgePointe 233 Arnold Mill Road, Suite 400, Woodstock 770-517-2977 www.bridgepointechurch.org

North Atlanta Church 6233 Old Alabama Road, Acworth 770-975-3001 www.northatlantachurch.org

Bascomb 2295 Bascomb-Carmel Road, Woodstock 770-926-9755 www.bascombchurch.org Canton First 930 Lower Scott Mill Road 770-479-2502 www.cantonfirstumc.org CITY ON A HILL 7745 Main St., Woodstock 678-445-3480 www.coahumc.org Fields Chapel 1331 Fields Chapel Road, Canton 770-479-6030 www.fieldschapel.org Hickory Flat 4056 East Cherokee Drive, Canton 770-345.5969 www.hickoryflat.org Hillside 4474 Towne Lake Parkway, Woodstock 770-924-4777 www.hillsideumc.org Holly Springs 2464 Holly Springs Parkway 770-345-2883 www.hollyspringsumc.com Liberty Hill 141 Railroad St., Canton 678-493-8920 www.libertyhillumc.org Little River 12455 Highway 92, Woodstock 770-926-2495 www.littleriverumc.info Mt. Gilead 889 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock 770-591- 0837 www.ngumc.org Sixes 8385 Bells Ferry Road, Canton 770-345-7644 www.sixesumc.org Woodstock 109 Towne Lake Parkway, Woodstock 770-516-0371

UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST Emerson 4010 Canton Road, Marietta 770-578-1533 www.emersonuu.org

OTHERS

Action Church 271 Marietta Road, Canton 770-345-3030 www.actionchurch.tv Awakening 180 Parkway 575, Suite 140, Woodstock 770-924-4150 www.awakeningwoodstock.com

Christian Praise Center 1358 Sixes Road, Canton 770-924-7532 www.christianpraisecenter.com Church at North Gate 9876 Main St., Suite 250, Woodstock 678-494-2193 www.ngca.org Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints 2205 Bascomb-Carmel Road, Woodstock 770-529-9572 www.mormon.org Church of the Messiah 4115 Charles Cox Drive, Canton 770-479-5280 www.churchofthemessiah.net Cornerstone Community 503 Hickory Ridge Trail, Suite 160, Woodstock 678-439-5108 www.ccchurchonline.org Dayspring 6835 Victory Drive, Acworth 770-516-5733 www.dayspring-online.com Empowerment Tabernacle 507 Industrial Drive, Woodstock 770-928-7478 www.EmpowermentTabernacle.com The Factory 9872 Main St., Woodstock, 770-517-7265 www.thefactoryministries.org Faith Family 5744 Bells Ferry Road, Acworth 770-926-4560 www.ffcacworth.com Fivestones Church 155 P Rickman Industrial Drive, Canton 770-720-2227 www.fivestoneschurch.info Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Rolling Thunder Latimer Hall, 103 Towne Lake Parkway, Woodstock www.godsrollingthunder.org His Hands 550 Molly Lane, Woodstock 770-405-2500 www.hishandschurch.com Life Church 300 Adam Jenkins Memorial Drive, Suite 108, Canton 770-847-0170 www.lifechurchcanton.com Love Community Church 5598 Bells Ferry Road, Acworth Ministry House 347 Holly St., Canton 678-459-2347 http://MinistryHouse.org Momentum 110 Londonderry Court, Suite 130, Woodstock 678-384-4919 www.MomentumChurch.tv

Oak Leaf 151 East Marietta St., Canton 678-653-4652 www.oakleafcanton.com Prayer & Praise Christian Fellowship 6409 Bells Ferry Road, Woodstock 770-928-2795 www.prayerandpraise.org Resurrection Anglican 231 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock 770-591-0040 www.rezwoodstock.org Revolution 125 Union Trail Hill, Canton 770-345-2737 www.therevolution.tv Sojourn Community Church 231 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock 770-769-7495 www.sojournwoodstock.com Soul Medicine 3725 Sixes Road Canton Soulmedicinesunday.org Sovereign Grace 471 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock 678-494-2100 www.sgcatlanta.org Thrive Chapel 400 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock 770-835-5795 www.thrivechapel.com Towne Lake Community 132 North Medical Parkway, Woodstock 678-445-8766 www.tlcchurch.com Victory 4625 Highway 92, Acworth 770-794-7366 www.victoryga.com Watermarke 2126 Sixes Road, Canton 678-880-9092 www.watermarkechurch.com Woodstock Christian 7700 Highway 92, Woodstock 770-926-8238 www.woodstockchristian.org Woodstock Church of Christ 219 Rope Mill Road, Woodstock 770-926-8838 www.woodstockchurchofchrist.org Woodstock Church of the Nazarene 874 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock 770-366-7515 www.wcnga.com Woodstock Community Church 237 Rope Mill Road, Woodstock 770-926-8990 www.wcchurch.org AROUND WOODSTOCK | October 2015

Reference

CHEROKEE COUNTY CONTACTS Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce

770-345-0400

Cherokee County Government

Cherokee Recreation and Parks Agency www.crpa.net. 770-924-7768 (Includes Aquatic Center, Barnett Park, Blankets Creek, Cherokee

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

Mills, Field’s Landing Park, Kenny Askew Park)

Taxes

Animal Control

License Plates/Tags, Property Tax – Canton office Woodstock office Renewals online https://mvd.dor.ga.gov/tags/ Tax Assessors/Evaluation

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

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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

Pets 678-493-6200

Cherokee County Humane Society

www.cherokeega-animals.org

770-345-7270

www.cchumanesociety.org

770-928-5115

Emergency Veterinary Clinic

770-924-3720

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

770-479-1703 770-345-7920 404-616-9000 800-222-1222 770-704-2610 770-427-3390

678-640-3512

Utilities Atlanta Gas Light Co. Canton Water

www.aglc.com

770-907-4231

www.canton-georgia.com

770-704-1500

Cherokee Water & Sewerage Auth. www.ccwsa.com

770-479-1813

Cobb EMC

770-429-2100

www.cobbemc.com

Georgia Power

www.georgiapower.com

Woodstock Water

www.woodstockga.gov

Recycling Center 770-793-5000 770-751-2500 770-720-5100

770-924-7464

678-493-6120

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 68

South Cherokee Recreation Association (SCRA)

Cherokee County Animal Shelter & Pet Adoptions

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.ccfapa.com 770-560-2624 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

Kennestone North Fulton Northside Hospital — Cherokee

Cherokee Youth Lacrosse Assoc., http://cherokeelacrosse.uslaxteams.com

678-493-6400 770-924-4099

Children and Family

Hospitals

Cherokee Tennis Association, www.cherokeetennis.org 678-909-0252

888-660-5890 770-926-8852 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

GREENPRINTS TRAIL SYSTEM WOODSTOCK, GA

Sources: City of Woodstock, Esri, HERE, DeLorme, TomTom, Intermap, increment P Corp., GEBCO, USGS, FAO, NPS, NRCAN, GeoBase, IGN, Kadaster NL, Ordnance Survey, Esri Japan, METI, Esri China (Hong Kong), swisstopo, MapmyIndia, ÂŠ OpenStreetMap contributors, and the GIS User Community

Noonday Creek Trail - This 1.43 mile paved trail begins at Market Street in Downtown Woodstock one block west of Main Street.

It continues downhill toward Noonday Creek where it intersects with Towne Lake Pass Trail and the bridge to Woofstock Park. The trail continues along Noonday Creek to its current end at Highway 92.

Trestle Rock Trail - This 0.40 mile paved trail is located in Olde Rope Mill Park and is an easy flat trail on the banks of Little River. Towne Lake Pass (2016) - This approximately 1.2 mile trail will connect the Towne Lake community to Downtown along the banks of Noonday Creek. It will begin at the intersection of Towne Lake Parkway and Towne Lake Hills South. Rubes Creek Trail (2016) - This 1 mile paved trail runs along Rubes Creek and will ultimately connect into a larger run of trails. AROUND WOODSTOCK | October 2015

ADVERTISERS DIRECTORY ACCOUNTING/FINANCIAL SERVICES

CLEANING SERVICES

Hill & Hill Financial 770-672-0402 www.hillandhillfinancial.com

Open Mortgage 404-992-7798 understandingreverse.com

Schuckers & Associates 706-745-2475, 770-329-8873

ATTORNEYS/LEGAL SERVICES Hartman Imbriale Attorneys 678-445-7423 www.hartman-imbriale.com

Limbocker Law Firm 678-401-6836 www.limbockerlawfirm.com

BEAUTY, MASSAGE & SPA Bambu Salon and Spa 770-345-0027 www.BambuSalonAveda.com

Main Street Nail Studio 770-928-2662

Salon Spa Venéssa 770-591-2079 www.salonvenessa.com

Salon TLC 770-516-4858 www.SalonTLC.com

BUSINESS Downtown Buzz 770-592-6056 www.downtownwoodstock.org/ downtown-buzz

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CHIROPRACTIC Ribley Chiropractic 770-592-2505 www.ribleychrio.com

Fountain View Dentistry 770-926-0000 www.FountainViewSmiles.com Park Pediatric Dentistry of Woodstock 770-926-9260 www.PediatricWoodstockDentist.com Spillane Orthodontics 770-928-4747 www.SpillaneOrtho.com

Williams Orthodontics Woodstock: 770-592-5554 Canton: 770-345-4155 www.DrWilliamsOrthodontics.com

Piano Instructor-Ralph Iossa 973-519-6863 www.woodstockpianolessons.com

Professional Installed Wood Floors 404-975-7027 www.hardwoodproject.com

Reliable Heating & Air 770-594-9969 www.ReliableAir.com

State Farm Agent Sheila Geist 770-924-3680 www.sheilageist.net

LANDSCAPING 7

EDUCATION/TUTORING Grant Academy, The 770-926-7827 www.thegrantacademy.net

INSURANCE

(Cosmetic, Family, Orthodontics, Prosthodontics and Pediatric)

Werner Pediatric Dentistry of Woodstock 23 678-224-5722 www.ChildrensDentistWoodstock.com

AUTOMOTIVE Woodstock Quality Paint & Body 770-926-3898

DENTAL

ASSISTED LIVING Windsor House Assisted Living 678-880-9856 www.WindsorHouseAssistedLiving.com

Rejoice Maids 678-905-3476 www.rejoicemaids.com

Mr. Junk 678-MR-Junk1 www.mrjunk1.com

HOME IMPROVEMENT & REPAIR

Landscape Matters 770-403-5813 www.LandscapeMattersInc.com Mclellan Excavation & Landscaping 404-520-0710 www.excavationandlandscaping.com Soil Sense Landscape Group 678-483-5185 www.soilsenselandscape.com

PETS Blue Sky Dog Walkers 404-938-2483 www.BlueSkyDogWalkers.com

Cherokee County Animal Shelter www.findingrover.com www.cherokeega-animals.org

PHYSICIANS AND MEDICAL SERVICES Cherokee Internal Medicine 678-238-0301 www.cherokeeim.com

Blue Horizon Air Cond. & Heating 678-279-2244 BHCool.com

Cherokee Women’s Health Specialists 770-720-7733 www.cherokeewomenshealth.com

Elite Roofing of Georgia 770-445-1290 www.roofelite.com

North Georgia Audiology 13 and Hearing Aid Center, Dr. Jan Henriques 770-726-8948 www.NorthGeorgiaHearing.com

Grout Doctor, The 678-383-1311 www.GroutDoctor.com

North Georgia Foot and Ankle Reconstruction, Dr. Bret Hintze 770-999-0804 www.NGFAR.com

Northside Cherokee Surgical Assoc. 770-924-9656 www.ncsurgicalassociates.com Northside Hospital-Cherokee www.Northside.com Wellstar 678-581-5900 www.wellstar.org

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PHOTOGRAPHERS Danny Griffin Photography www.DannyGriffinPhoto.com

J King Images 404-384-2794, 404-200-0881 www.JKingImages.com

Skip Daugherty Photography 26 www.skipdaughertyphotography.com REAL ESTATE & RELATED SERVICES Atlanta Communities Real Estate Brokerage, Tara Daigle, Realtor 5 404-925-6351, tara@keatingbrs.com

Broadus Realty Group Donna Braodus, 404-583-8856 www.broadusrealtygroup.com

Magnolia Cottages by the Sea Linda B. Lee, 850-319-8050 linda.lee@pelicanproperty.com

Premier Group, The — Keller Williams 678-494-0102 www.TPGsells.com

Jingle Bell Shop 770-345-0400 www.CherokeeChamber.com

Woodstock Wolverines Football www.WoodstockFootball.net

Zombiefest www.cherokeezombiefest.com

RESTAURANTS Back cover

RECREATION/ENTERTAINMENT Elm St. Cultural Arts Village 678-494-4251 www.ElmStreetArts.org

Sequoyah Chiefs Football www.SequoyahFootball.com

Inside back

Kennesaw State University www.ksuowls.com

Reinhardt University www.reinhardteagles.com

River Ridge Knights Football

Reel Seafood 770-627-3006 www.reel-seafood.com

Cover, 36, 37

What-A-Dog 770-485-3411

RETAILERS/SHOPPING Fashion Cupcake 770-891-8180 www.ShopFashionCupcake.com

Spirited 678-214-5304 www.spritlala.com

THERAPY Heaven’s Gait Therapeutic Riding 770-656-5764 www.facebook.com/hgtrinc

AROUND WOODSTOCK | October 2015

photo by J King Images

Since 1996, we have brought relevant, uplifting and reader-driven content to the residents of Towne Lake, Canton and Woodstock. We look forward to serving you, our readers and advertisers, every month. Thank you for your continued support and participation in making this truly your community magazine.

At AroundAbout Local Media, we believe the world functions at the community level: diverse groups of people living in close proximity, sharing commonality of culture, values and local pride, developing safety nets for those in need, and helping each other to live richer lives. It is our heartfelt desire to contribute to the fabric that helps make a community happen. Through our magazines, we aim to provide everyone in the communities we serve with uplifting, interesting information about the community they are proud to call home.

From left Michelle McCulloch, Patty Ponder, Jon and Karen Flaig, Candi Hannigan, Denise Griffin, Laura Latchford, Jackie Loudin and Christie Deese.

Around Woodstock Distribution Map Circulation: 16,500

AROUND WOODSTOCK | October 2015

We encourage you to send us your photos, ideas, stories or anything else you think the community would like to know about. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s your community. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s your magazine. Look on page six for our contact information

Friday, November 13th Northside Hospital Cherokee Conference Center Cherokee County Administration Building 1130 Bluffs Parkway, Canton Take Exit 20 on I-575 & follow signs.

Free Admission & Visits with Santa!

Would you like to be a vendor at the 7th Annual Jingle Bell $hop? Vendor space is available now! Presented by: