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December 2017 Volume 5, Issue 9
14 Helping Hands
A list of needs from nonprofits to help local families.
16 Making Memories
Sharing family traditions that make the holiday special.
18 Culinary Gifts
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Thoughtful presents, recipes from the heart and the kitchen.
22 Road Trip!
Spectacular light displays are a quick trip from home.
24 Holiday Decor
Let these Canton homes inspire you for Christmas.
28 Chili Cookoff
Gary Mullet shares a few snapshots of the annual event.
34 Deal of the Year
Cherokee receives statewide honor for biggest project to date.
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Cherokee Office of Economic Development 34 Dr. Britton Crigler
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Everyday Angels
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Canton Dining Guide
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Ribbon Cuttings
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Community Calendar 50 Library Events
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Faith
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School News
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Directory of Advertisers 62
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People, The Places and The Pleasures that make Canton/ Holly Springs/ Sixes
From the Editor It seems like it was just yesterday when we were putting together our December 2016 issue. If anyone has a theory on why time goes by faster as we get older, please enlighten me! I look forward to the holidays for many reasons, but at the top of the list is that my children will be home. As much as I rejoice in their successes as they find their way in life no matter how far away they roam - I miss them terribly! I enjoy making the most of the time they’ll be here, and to continue making memories with them. Our activities have changed over the years to accommodate their schedules. It’s no longer an option for the five of us to go tree shopping together. That’s a job for Glenn and me; but we try to wait until one of them is around to decorate. Sonia Carruthers talks about her family tradition of decorating the tree on page 16. I hope you enjoy reading about the traditions our neighbors have shared on those pages. We’ve also assembled a collection of Christmas articles to give you a chance to reach out and help your neighbors in need (page 14), a plan for tracking down Santa (page 26), and inspiration for delectable and edible gifts (page 18). It’s a busy season, but let’s remember to hold tight to a joyful attitude. Let the stress from the holidays roll right off and leave you with a calm that has others asking, “What’s your secret?” Chuck Swindoll, an evangelical Christian pastor, author, educator and radio preacher, says: “I’m convinced that life is 10 percent what happens to me and 90 percent how I react to it. And so it is with you …. We are in charge of our attitudes.” When our kids were growing up, my husband quoted Swindoll to them fairly often. It’s a good reminder to young and old that a good attitude is a gift we can give ourselves, and ultimately, others. Best wishes from our ALM family to yours, for a joy-filled and blessed Christmas!
What’s Coming Keep an eye on the website for Big Door Vineyards, www.bigdoorvineyards.com, for updates on the new vineyard’s opening in the area. Among the new businesses set to open at Canton Exchange are Planet Fitness, Newk’s Eatery, Party City, Woodstock
Mattress Outlet, Sprint, Dunkin’ Donuts, Tuesday Morning and Tropical Smoothie Cafe.
Popeye’s will be built near the lofts on Riverstone Parkway. The Canton Exchange is on Cumming Highway just off exit 19 at I-575, across from Canton Marketplace.
What’s New Cherokee Breast Care has opened a practice in Holly Springs. Dr. Karen Buhariwalla, a fellowship-trained breast surgeon who specializes in the diagnosis and surgical treatment of breast cancer and all breast-related disorders, opened her practice at 684 Sixes Road, Suite 230 in Holly Springs. She has medical privileges at the new Northside Hospital Cherokee. 770-721-9660. www.CherokeeBreastCare.com. “I’m so thrilled to be serving the women in our community,” Dr. Buhariwalla said. “The women who need these types of breast care services can count on our comprehensive approach to provide them with compassionate and personalized care.” Ping Segars Hair Salon has opened at 200 North St. 770-479-3775. www.pingsegarssalon.com.
What’s Changed Dr. Sara Aamir has recently relocated her practice from Canton to downtown Woodstock at Parkside Optique. She is accepting new patients. To schedule eye exams or contact lens evaluations, call 770-485-7459. On Facebook at www. ParksideOptique.com.
What’s Moved Candi Hannigan is the executive editor of Around Canton. She has lived in Cherokee County since 1987. Send your comments or questions to Candi@AroundAboutMagazines.com.
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Cenergi Salon, formerly at 5075 Old Highway 5, has relocated to 1910 Eagle Drive in Towne Lake. The new location also offers a boutique featuring a variety of clothing lines that vary from lower-priced basic choices to trendy, contemporary and bohemian styles. You can find them on Facebook and Instagram at @cenergisalonandboutique. 678-494-4003.
NorthsideCherokeeOrtho.com Dr. Brian Seng is a board-certified surgeon who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the hip and knee, and offers conservative and minimally invasive treatment options to return you to activity. Our experienced team of physicians is dedicated to providing the highest-quality care possible, and treats all types of sports related and musculoskeletal conditions. • Evaluation of the painful hip and knee • Direct anterior hip replacement • Minimally-invasive total and partial knee replacement • Revision total hip and knee replacement • Treatment for complex periprosthetic hip and knee fractures
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COMMUNITY BOARD
The Around Canton Community Board consists of well-respected community leaders who assist us as contributors to the magazine, judges for the annual Trailblazer award and advisors who offer valuable feedback.
Pat Gold moved to Canton 33 years ago when she married
Dr. Homer (Nugget) Gold. After 18 years with Delta Airlines and another 12 working for the Cherokee County School District, Pat began volunteering. She was recently named the public outreach manager for the city of Canton, and continues to volunteer on numerous boards and committees. Pat and her husband have four children and four grandchildren. Pharmacist Dale Coker owns Cherokee Custom Script Pharmacy in Holly Springs and lives in Woodstock with wife Susan. The University of Georgia graduate is vice president of the International Academy of Compounding Pharmacists. His community involvement has included Cherokee County Habitat for Humanity, youth league coaching and church leadership. Dale’s latest achievement is co-inventing the patented Topi-CLICK, a topical metered dosing device.
Cindy Crews is a longtime Cherokee County educator.
She joined the Sixes community as assistant principal of Sixes Elementary School in 2011 and is now principal. Cindy and her husband, Andy, have lived in Woodstock for more than 20 years, and they have two young adult daughters. Her motto: Children are the future of the human race; teach them well.
Dr. Joe McKechnie senior pastor of Sixes United Methodist Church, grew up in Cobb County. After earning a degree in broadcast journalism from the University of Georgia, Joe spent six years as a television sportscaster. He has a master’s degree from Asbury Theological Seminary and a doctorate of ministry from Southern Methodist University. Joe and wife Catherine have two children, David and Grace Ann. Sonia Carruthers is the executive director and CEO of Cherokee FOCUS and the Cherokee Youth Works program, based in Holly Springs. The Cherokee County native grew up in Canton and lives in Woodstock with her son and daughter. She is very active in the community and currently serves with local and regional organizations to strengthen families and children. Chantel Adams is the founder and CEO of Forever We, Inc., a socially responsible toy company that believes every child deserves a forever family, safe housing and a healthy body. She has a biology degree from the University of Evansville, serves on the Executive Board of Highland Rivers Health, and volunteers with the Cherokee County Juvenile Court. Chantel and her husband, Gavin, live in Canton and have four children. Dr. Oliver “Ollie” Evans is the chiropractor at Holly Springs Chiropractic and Massage. The Cherokee county native attended Holly Springs and Sixes elementary schools and Woodstock Middle and High schools. His secondary education includes a Bachelor of Science degree in exercise and health science from Kennesaw State University and a Doctorate of Chiropractic from Life University. Dr. Ollie serves as the team doctor for the KSU ice hockey team, is a USA hockey referee, and very involved in the CrossFit community. Dr. Ollie also serves on the Friends of Holly Springs Police Foundation and several other charity boards. 6
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Around Canton, a publication of Aroundabout Local Media, Inc., is a monthly magazine created to build a sense of community and pride in the Canton, Holly Springs and Sixes areas by sharing positive stories and timely information. A total of 25,000 free copies are distributed monthly; approximately 23,900 are mailed to homes and businesses, with an additional 1,100 placed in racks around the community. Many readers catch the latest edition online each month. See page 64 for a distribution map. Around Canton welcomes your comments, stories and advertisements. The deadline is the 10th of each month. Yearly subscriptions are available for $24. Send a check or money order to the address below. The viewpoints of the advertisers, columnists and submissions are not necessarily those of the editor or publisher and the publisher makes no claims about the validity of any charitable organizations mentioned. Around Canton is not responsible for errors or omissions. No part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means without written permission from the publisher. All rights reserved. © Copyright 2017. Around Canton 1025 Rose Creek Drive, Suite 620, PMB 380 Woodstock, GA 30189 For Advertising: Katherine Amick Katherine@aroundaboutmagazines.com or 678-279-5502
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YOUR LOCAL NEWS U.S. Coast Guard Schedules 2018 Boating Safety Classes
Canton Moose Lodge Honors Public Safety The Canton Moose Lodge honored several firefighters and staff members with Cherokee County Fire and Emergency Services during its annual public safety service awards banquet. Recognized at this year’s banquet, were, above: Battalion 1 Firefighter Sgt. Michael Sims; Battalion 2 Firefighter Chris George; Battalion 3 Firefighter Daniel Thatcher; volunteer Firefighter Joe Jackson; and the EMS employee of the year, Lt. Brad Gravitt. The Fire Administration Award was given to Danny Daniels, the Special Operations Award to Patti Pratt, and the Explorer of the Year award to Chris Shorts.
The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary has set its 2018 schedule for boating safety classes in Acworth. The one-day class, “About Boating Safely,” covers topics that include: • Know your boat • Before getting underway • Navigating the waterways • Operating your vessel safely • Legal requirements • Boating emergencies Individuals who successfully complete the course and exam meet the Georgia boating certification requirements and are awarded certificates and wallet cards. Boaters born after Jan. 1, 1998, must complete a National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA)-approved boating safety class to legally operate a boat or personal watercraft in Georgia. Class Dates: (Only one day needed to complete the course) • Feb. 3 • March 3 • April 7 • May 5 • June 2 • July 7 • Aug. 4 • Sept. 8 Classes are taught at Roberts School Community and Education Center, 4681 School St., Acworth. The fee for program materials is $20 for each participant. Family discounts are available. Consider giving someone a gift certificate for a class. To register for a class, or to request a gift certificate for someone else, email Greg Fonzeno at flotilla22pe@ gmail.com.
A Discussion on the Power of Thought From left: Ashley Quagliaroli, Alice Micham, Patty Baker and Lindsey Ridley.
Jeans for Genes is a Hit Cherokee County Clerk of Courts Patty Baker and her staff members are sponsoring more than 15 senior citizens for Christmas this year. At press time, the Clerk of Courts staff’s charitable project, Jeans for Genes, had raised approximately $1,000 to benefit Cherokee County Senior Services. Staff members contribute $3 each week to be allowed to wear jeans at work on Fridays. “The cause to raise money for the community’s seniors is amazing, and the team effort is remarkable. It is a project that many hold dear to their hearts,” Baker said. Staff members have created gift arrangements for the seniors, and will continue to raise money and collect presents each week. 8
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The December topic at The Exchange — Woodstock is Switch On Your Brain, set for 7 p.m. Dec. 14, with lead speaker Elizabeth Pherson diving into the subject of the power of thought as it applies to understanding happiness and health. How we think affects our emotions and our physical well being. Pherson will discuss how the mind is more powerful and effective than any medicine or any threat, because every action and feeling is preceded by a thought. The Exchange is a gathering for women of all walks of life to live with intention, and is held at Venue 92, 12015 Highway 92 in Woodstock. Each month’s speaker explores a topic and enriches minds in order to engage in the next best step. Bring a bottle of wine and a friend, and enjoy a ladies night out with a purpose. Suggested donation: $10. RSVP at www.theexchange.org.
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YOUR LOCAL NEWS
From left: Joel Fraley, Theresa Demorco, Katheryn Jones and Ken Leiach.
Freshening Up at Boys and Girls Club
Volunteers Katie Spiesel, Theresa Demarco, Sandy Jafari, Kelly Fitzpatrick, Kathryn Jones, Joel Fraley, Ken Leiach, James Foskett, Chris Jackson, Don Garcia, Darius Saunders, Lisa Navarro, Stacey Robinson, Niel Dingley, Susan Plummer, Tom Collins, Charles Garrett, Farah Lee, Matt Lindsey, Shannon Hughes, Richard Ariano, Andy Montoya, and store managers John Burton, James Pizzolato and Richard Ariano. Not pictured: Jerry Devore.
Nominees Accepted for First Citizen of 2018 Applications for the Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce First Citizen 2017 award will be accepted through noon Dec. 8. The title is given to a man or woman who’s lived in the county for at least five years, and has shown significant meritorious service to his or her community 2017 honoree Byron Dobbs. through family, civic and/or religious involvement. A panel of out-of-town judges makes the decision after reviewing the accomplishments of each applicant. The 43rd annual First Citizen will be announced during the organization’s 47th annual meeting scheduled for Jan. 18 at the Northside Hospital-Cherokee Conference Center, Cherokee County Administration Building, 1130 Bluffs Parkway, Canton. The 2018 honoree will join a prestigious list of Cherokee residents that includes former Canton physician Dr. Grady Coker, who was the initial recipient in 1971, along with Byron Dobbs, the winner for 2017. Applications are available at the Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce, 3605 Marietta Highway, Canton, or online at www. CherokeeChamber.com. 10
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Lowe’s of Canton, Woodstock and Cumming got together to complete a Hero’s Project at the Malon D. Mimms Boys and Girls Club in Canton. The volunteers planted a vegetable garden, put up a bulletin board and an achievement board, and mulched the playground and surrounding areas.
Campsites Now Available by Reservation The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Mobile District, announced today that the Allatoona Lake Project Management Office will begin accepting reservations in advance for all of its campsites for the 2018 camping season. In the past, approximately 10 percent of the project’s campsites were available only on an in-person, first-come, first-serve basis. McKinney Campground, which is open year-round, is accepting reservations immediately for all of its campsites. Reservations for the remaining campsites at Allatoona Lake can be made up to six months prior to the date that the campsite’s campground opens for the 2018 season. Project officials hope to give the public more predictability by taking reservations in advance. Reservations can be made by visiting Recreation.gov or calling 877-444-6777. Patrons will still have the option to reserve a campsite on a same day, walk-in basis, pending availability. For more information on camping opportunities at Allatoona Lake, visit www.sam.usace.army.mil/Missions/ Civil-Works/Recreation/Allatoona-Lake/Camping/.
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Happy Birthday Camden!
Age 2 on Dec. 19 We love you to the moon and back! Mommy and Daddy
Ella McCarty
Sweet 16 on Dec. 1 We are beyond proud of you in every way! We love you so much, Mommy and Dad
Parker Robitaille
Age 6 on Dec. 30 We love you so much! Â Love, Mom and Dad, Myra and Daisy
James and Floyce Brigmon
Celebrated 70 years of marriage on Nov. 21.
Celebrating December birthdays at The Lodge at BridgeMill
are, front row from left: Miriam Smith, Eileen Patton and Lorraine Bierstine. Back row, from left: Rose Howard and Patricia Mesa. Camera-shy celebrants are Leona Crane, Margaret White, David Loring and Barbara Fitzpatrick.
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Lend a
Helping Hand
Because many of our friends and neighbors struggle financially every day, there are many charities that work hard to help people in need. Here’s a list of local nonprofits that have additional needs for the holidays. To learn about many other ways to help throughout the year, visit www.volunteercherokee.org.
Cherokee County Homeless Veteran Program www.legion.org
Cherokee
www.cfvc.org
Family Violence Center
The Cherokee County Homeless Veteran Program (CCHVP), in conjunction with the American Legion Post 45 Auxiliary, announces the kickoff of the third annual Adopt a Veteran program for financially challenged vets. To recommend a veteran family or elderly veteran in a care home or living alone who is in need, or to volunteer to support the program, contact Jim Lindenmayer at jlindenmayer80@gmail. com or call 678-983-7590, or call or text Betty Lewis of the American Legion Post 45 Auxiliary at 770-318-6451. CCHVP is hosting a free Breakfast With Santa Dec. 9 for veterans with children under 13. There are three seating times to choose from: 9 a.m., 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. This event is sponsored by Cherokee County Senior Services at 1001 Univeter Road in Canton. For reservations, call 770-479-4405 (select the extension for CCHVP).
Items are needed year-round for the emergency shelter. A few special toys have been added to the list: lapadoodle lap desks for children and Crayola Color Wonders. The center has a transitional housing complex with 72 apartments and emergency shelter that accommodates 12 women and children. Officials are asking for donations of new household items, like pots and pans, plates, cups, mugs, silverware, Tupperware, sheets, etc. to establish a new household. They are also asking for craft materials for the children’s program, like glue sticks, bottles of glue and craft kits. And, for the emergency shelter: new socks, undergarments, shirts, pants, pajamas, pillows and towels in a variety of sizes. For delivery details, call 770-479-1703 or email irma@cfvc.org.
Cherokee County Senior Services
www.cherokeefocus.org
www.cherokeega.com
Registration for Adopt a Senior will be open until Dec. 8. The following items are needed to fill gift bags: two bath towels, $25 grocery gift cards and a book of stamps. Other items also are accepted, but nothing perishable. Drop off donations at the Senior Center at 1001 Univeter Road, Canton. 770-704-2320.
Hugs for Seniors www.crpa.net
The Cherokee Recreation and Parks Agency is collecting items for Canton Nursing Center residents until Dec. 9 for the first Hugs in a Blanket campaign. Individuals can bring a warm blanket and a pair of unisex slipper socks to the rec center at 7545 Main St., Building 200, Woodstock. For more information, call 770-924-7768 or email lcollett@cherokeega.com. 14
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Cherokee Youth Works Cherokee Youth Works (CYW) is a program of the Cherokee FOCUS collaborative. CYW works with youth and young adults ages 16-24 to help them gain and retain employment, and obtain an education. The wish list includes gifts that assist and support the goals of the participants, such as monetary donations or gift cards for items such as: gas cards, GED testing fees, college admission fees, transportation, child care, temporary housing, clothing for work and other supportive gifts. Contact Katie@cherokeefocus.org or call 770-345-5483.
The Children’s Haven
www.CherokeeChildrensHaven.org The Children’s Haven promotes the health and happiness of children in Cherokee County who are affected by abuse. The group works to ensure their safety, advocate on their behalf and respond to their needs. Holiday needs include: new coats, socks, pajamas and underwear. Target or Walmart gift cards are welcome. Items can be dropped off at 1083 Marietta Highway, Canton. 770-345-3274.
Feed My Lambs
MUST Ministries — Cherokee
The nonprofit, which offers free Christian preschools, including a location in Canton, holds Happy Birthday Jesus parties each year for the young students. The Canton party, which is expected to draw 300 children, will be held 6:30-8:30 p.m. Dec. 17 at the Canton YMCA. Volunteers can help with setup beginning at 5 p.m. Individuals or groups can sponsor a child: $10 gets a Happy Birthday Jesus shirt; $25 gets the child a shirt, gift bag, balloon, cake and drink. For more details, call 770-795-9349.
The nonprofit provides a Christmas Toy Shop where clients can shop for their children. MUST needs items for 4,500 children, including new blankets, underwear, socks, hats, scarves, gloves and unwrapped toys. Tweens and teens, as well as babies, are age groups often overlooked in toy drives. Particularly helpful are jewelry, hair dryers, curling irons, sports equipment, wallets, belts, makeup kits and other items for ages 12-18. Volunteers are needed for setup, check-in, personal shoppers, checkout, restocking shelves and taking down the shop at New Life Church. For more information, or to schedule a drop-off date and time, email: toyshop@mustministries.org. MUST’s Canton office for donation is 111 Brown Industrial Parkway.
www.feedmylambs.net
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Forever Fed
www.foreverfed.org Forever Fed is distributing 385 Christmas food boxes to families in need, as well as hosting mobile pantries in communities experiencing high need. Groups, businesses and individuals can donate nonperishables like peanut butter, jelly, canned beans, canned soups, breakfast-style snacks and hygiene items. To donate, contact Susan@ ForeverFed.org or phone 678-883-3314.
Goshen Valley Foundation www.goshenvalley.org
The holidays can be difficult times for the foster youth who are served by Goshen Valley. The youth can use a little extra support from their community, and area residents can help by providing meals for the young people and house parents. “Frozen casseroles are a huge blessing for our house parents, who are having to prepare three meals a day when the boys are out of school,” says Zach Blend, CEO of Goshen Valley. Individuals or small groups are encouraged to donate frozen meals. You even can deliver them in person and take a tour of Goshen Valley. Gift cards from Walmart, Target and Amazon also can help to fill many Christmas wish lists, and gas cards are encouraged. The executive director at Goshen Valley Ranch, Stacy Cooper, is putting together an Amazon wish list for the youth. If you would like to purchase a specific gift for one of our young people, please email Stacy at scooper@goshenvalley.org or call 770-796-4618.
Hope Center
www.hopectr.com The pregnancy diagnosis and support center can use donations of new, unwrapped toys for children up to age 18 for the Christmas toy closet. Donations accepted through Dec. 11 at The HOPE Center, 295 Molly Lane, Suite 120, Woodstock. 770-924-0864.
Never Alone
www.neveralone.org The Woodstock nonprofit, which helps area residents in need by distributing food and clothing, wants to supply Christmas gifts to families in Cherokee County. As of the end of October, they already had 100 children requesting sponsorship. The number is expected to rise to more than 400. Please visit their website to learn how you can become a Through the Eyes of Child sponsor, or click the donation tab and make a monetary donation to help purchase gifts.
North Georgia Pregnancy and Family Resource Center www.babyontheway.org
The Jasper agency serves North Cherokee, Pickens and surrounding counties. Free and confidential services include pregnancy tests, first semester ultrasounds, parenting classes and much more. The nonprofit, which serves pregnant moms and families with children up to 5 years old, needs diapers, wipes, baby clothes size 0-3T, pack-n-plays, baby shower items and financial contributions. 706-253-6303.
Papa’s Pantry
www.papaspantry.org The pantry is accepting donations for holiday meals, including turkeys, hams, produce and nonperishable food items. A list of seasonal needs is kept up-to-date on the website. Papa’s Pantry is a food and stability training organization for Cherokee residents. For details, call 770-591-4730.
Secret Santa
www.cherokeesanta.com The Secret Santa program of the Department of Family and Children Services for Cherokee County offers a way for individuals, businesses or larger groups, such as Sunday school classes or Scout troops, to help the more than 350 children in foster care this year. Sponsors can donate as much or as little as they can afford. All size donations are appreciated. For more details, call Secret Santa at 470-235-0753 or email cherokeesanta@yahoo.com. AROUND CANTON | December 2017
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Traditions
Create a Foundation for the Holidays
Many of us mark this time of year with specific traditions. We asked a few of our Cherokee County friends to share theirs with us. Whether you celebrate this time of year with family, friends or both, we hope you build and maintain fun and memorable traditions of your own!
Sonia Carruthers
Cherokee FOCUS director “Baby’s First Christmas” was such a very special ornament to put on the tree the year that Kyle was born. We found another perfect ornament that reflected his favorite thing to do that first year; a baby that looked just like him, happily scooting around in a walker. The next year a picture ornament went up along with another ornament that reminded us of that second year. This went on each year and then his sister Dakota’s “Baby’s First Christmas” ornament shared the tree. Each year after I continued to place picture ornaments on the tree, a picture for Kyle and one for Dakota, to show what they looked like that year. There is also an ornament for each of them to reflect something they did or that was special to them that year; a boy scout, a ballerina, a power ranger, a princess, Harry Potter and The Polar Express. We started early collecting ornaments from places we had been or trips we had taken during the year. Family members contributed ornaments of their memories. There are picture ornaments of family members and pets right alongside all of the wonderful handmade ornaments they made from preschool on up. And each holiday season, it is our tradition to put on some Christmas music, decorate fresh-baked cookies and begin decorating the tree. Now that Kyle and Dakota are adults in their 20s, the tree decorating takes a minimum of two days to finish. It is our Memory Tree. With each ornament that goes up, I go back in time and marvel at how God has blessed me and our family over the years. As the years go on, this tradition does become time consuming and my children have begun to question why the kindergarten paper ornaments still have to hang on the tree. One day they will have children of their own and realize that there is not a solid gold ornament or diamond encrusted star that could ever be as memorable or full of love as the heart shaped ornament made with tiny thumb prints or that aging angel with tissue paper wings, a pipe cleaner halo and the body of a cardboard tube from a roll of toilet paper. Don’t get me wrong, we do have a fancy tree, too. And if you drive by our house and look in the window, you will see the perfect tree with perfect ornaments hung around tiny white lights. But in our family room where we spend most of our time together, you will see the big, beautiful, colorful, hot mess of memories that is our life. During this season of giving, give yourself the gift of memories and dig out those old ornaments if you haven’t already. Sonia with Kyle and Dakota.
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Gavin Jr. and Aaron Adams.
Chantel Adams
founder of ForeverWE Inc. Since my husband Gavin is a pastor and often has to work on Christmas Eve, we never make plans to visit family or friends. Instead, once everyone is home, we toss up the pizza dough and begin assembling individual homemade pizzas. The personal creations are getting a little more adventurous every year, as everyone transforms their ingredients into abstract works of art!
JoEllen Wilson
Gene Hobgood
Until recently, a family tradition was to select and purchase a living Christmas tree the week after Thanksgiving. In 1992, our son Jimmy was in the Navy and spent Christmas in the Middle East. At our Christmas at home that year, the rest of the family shared traditional gift-giving near the tree, but Jimmy’s gifts were left unopened. The day after Christmas, we planted our living Christmas tree in the front yard. In April 1993, Jimmy came home on leave. That was the day we really celebrated Christmas. We placed his gifts outside under the tree and, as he opened each, we talked about his Christmas on the other side of the world. What a great memory! Incidentally, that tree is still living in our yard – referred to as “Jimmy’s Tree.”
For kids well in their 40s, we still stuff their stockings with many of the same things from their entire lives … that Lifesaver book, Pez, chocolate coins, etc. If the main course for Christmas dinner is a turkey, we always have the same recipes on the table ... dressing, rutabagas, homemade gravy, cranberry sauce, pumpkin pie. A new tradition for the last several years, and a most important one, especially for our grandchildren, is the scavenger hunt. Based on a different children’s Christmas book, a trail of successive clues are hidden inside and outside our house and neighbors’ yards, clues which ultimately lead to the grandchildrens’ Christmas presents. This new tradition extends the fun of the holiday and the kids anticipate it from one year to the next.
Canton City Council member
Billy Peppers
Canton city manager My boys (Turner, 7, and Jennings, 4) make cookies each year for Santa. We work in our pajamas around the old faithful KitchenAid stand mixer my wife Julie gave me as a wedding present. Our favorite cookie is the Laura Bush Cowboy Cookie … a recipe she submitted in the 2000 election season to Family Circle magazine. These are BIG cookies with a little bit of everything in them. Santa enjoys them with a glass bottle of CocaCola. Holidays are the perfect time for baking and candy making. I learned to make fudge, cookies, cakes and pies from my parents, so it is important to me to teach those skills to my sons. We measure out ingredients, tasting each along the way. The boys learn math, science and patience making cookies, although Daddy learns patience, also, as it might get a little messy!
Canton mayor
Laura Bush Cowboy Cookies Ingredients
• 3 cups flour • 1 tablespoon baking powder • 1 tablespoon baking soda • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon • 1 teaspoon salt • 3 sticks (12 ounces) butter, at room temperature • 1 1/2 cups sugar • 1 1/2 cups packed light brown sugar • 3 large eggs • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract • 3 cups semisweet chocolate chips • 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats • 2 cups sweetened flaked coconut • 2 cups chopped pecans
Directions
Billy and Julie Peppers in the kitchen with Turner and Jennings.
Position oven racks in the upper and lower thirds and preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper. In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon and salt. Using a stand mixer on medium speed, beat butter until smooth and creamy, about 1 minute. Gradually add sugars and beat to combine, about 2 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating after each one, and the vanilla extract. Reduce speed to low and add flour mixture gradually until just combined. Add the chocolate chips, oats, coconut and pecans, mixing until just combined. For large cookies, drop a hefty 1/4 cup of dough onto the baking sheets for each cookie, spacing 3 inches apart. Bake for 8 to 9 minutes, then rotate sheets top to bottom and front to back. Bake for an additional 8 to 9 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Let cookies cool on baking sheet for about 5 minutes, then transfer to rack to cool completely. For smaller cookies, use 2 tablespoons of dough per cookie and bake for 15 to 18 minutes total, rotating the baking sheets midway through. Store in airtight containers at room temperature for several days. May be frozen. AROUND CANTON | December 2017
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Gifts from the Heart
We all love recipes, and most of us enjoy baking, so we thought why not pair the two and offer some ideas for giving special gifts this holiday season? Some of your neighbors, who know their way around the kitchen, share their favorite edible gifts.
Anne Lynn Galloway
Heaven’s Gate Equestrian Center board of directors member
Cranberry-Apple Bake •Ingredients • • • • •
2 cups of cranberries 3 cups of sliced cooking apples 3/4 cup of sugar 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1/4 teaspoon salt
Topping • • • •
1 cup of brown sugar (packed) 2 sticks margarine, softened 1/2 cup flour 1 cup quick oatmeal
Directions
Mix first 5 ingredients and pour in a 9 X 13 casserole dish. Spread the topping mixture evenly and bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes to an hour. Sweet and tart, but oh so yummy. Enjoy.
Bread •StepMonkey 1 • 4 cans of biscuits • 1 tablespoon cinnamon • 3/4 cup of sugar
Cut each biscuit into 4 pieces. Combine cinnamon and sugar. Roll each piece in the cinnamon and sugar mixture. Place biscuit pieces into a buttered bundt pan.
Step 2
• 1 cup sugar • 3/4 cup of butter (or margarine) • 1/2 tablespoon cinnamon Bring these three ingredients to a boil. Pour over the bread in the bundt pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 45-50 minutes. Let stand for 5 minutes before turning out onto cake plate. Once on the cake plate, just start pulling the pieces of bread from the loaf and enjoy. 18
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Malinda Jernigan, local caterer
Cookies •SiftGingerbread together 3 cups all-purpose flour, 2
teaspoons baking soda, ½ teaspoons salt, 2 teaspoons cinnamon, 1 teaspoon ginger and ½ teaspoon cloves. Cream together 1 cup unsalted butter, 1 egg, 1 ½ cups granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons dark corn syrup, and 4 teaspoons grated orange peel. Gradually add dry ingredients to creamed ingredients, mixing well. Form into disk. Place in plastic bag and chill dough at least 1 ½ hours. Remove from refrigerator. Divide dough into quarters, rolling each quarter to ⅛-inch thickness. Cut out with gingerbread boy or girl cookie cutters. Place on ungreased cookie sheet and bake 8-10 minutes at 375 degrees. Be careful not to overbake. Cool one minute before removing from cookie sheet. Lay flat to continue to cool. Decorate if desired. Can be baked in large gingerbread shaped cookie pan to make a statement. Spray pan with baking spray and bake for 20-25 minutes. Makes a chewy cookie.
Fantasy Fudge •This is an old recipe but is still the best and easiest fudge I've ever made and can be made with chocolate chips (using milk chocolate or dark chocolate chips, or peanut butter, whichever suits your taste).
Ingredients • • • • • • •
3/4 cup butter 3 cups granulated sugar 2/3 cup evaporated milk 1 12-ounce bag chocolate chips 1 7-ounce jar marshmallow cream 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cup chopped pecans, if desired
Directions
Melt butter, sugar and milk in a heavy 2 ½ - 3 quart boiler. Bring to boil, stirring very frequently. Continue boiling 5 minutes over medium heat. Remove from heat, gradually stir in chocolate chips until melted, add marshmallow cream and remaining ingredients, mixing well. Pour in a greased 13 x 9 inch pan. Cool at room temperature and cut into squares. Makes 3 pounds. To make peanut butter fudge, omit chocolate chips and use an 18-ounce jar of creamy peanut butter. I routinely double this recipe. Just pour into larger pan.
... and the Kitchen Susan Vanderheyden, executive director of Forever Fed
• Chocolate and Bacon Chunk Cookies
Ingredients
• 11 1/2 ounces semisweet chocolate baking chips • 1 cup butter or margarine, softened • 3/4 cup sugar • 3/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar • 2 large eggs • 2 teaspoons vanilla • 2 1/4 cups unsifted flour • 1 teaspoon baking soda • 1/2 teaspoon salt • 1/2-1 pound of cooked, chunked bacon, drained and cooled. We prefer thick sliced bacon cut in larger chunks. Small bacon bits do not provide sufficient texture or flavor. Store bought bacon bits do not work well.
Directions
Heat oven to 375 degrees. Stir flour with baking soda and salt; set aside. In large mixing bowl, beat butter with sugar and brown sugar at medium speed until creamy and lightened in color. Add eggs, one at a time, and vanilla. Mix on low speed until incorporated. Gradually blend dry mixture into creamed mixture. Stir in bacon and chocolate chips. Drop by tablespoon onto ungreased cookie sheets. Bake for 9 to 11 minutes or until golden brown. Store in tightly sealed container in the back of your refrigerator, behind the pickle jars and other opaque objects or these cookies will disappear at a speed faster than light. If you want to be EXTRA decadent, replace ½ cup butter with ½ cup bacon fat rendered from cooking the bacon and place your cardiologist’s number on speed dial. Adapted from Ghirardelli chocolate chip cookie recipe.
• White Chocolate Chunk
and Cranberry Oatmeal Cookies with Orange Glaze
Ingredients
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) plus 6 tablespoons butter, softened • 3/4 cup brown sugar, firmly packed • 1/2 cup granulated sugar • 2 eggs • 1 teaspoon vanilla • 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour • 1 teaspoon baking soda • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon • 1/2 teaspoon salt (optional) • 3 cups old fashioned rolled oats (not instant) • 1 cup dried cranberries or cherries • 1 cup white chocolate chunks or morsels
Directions
Heat oven to 350 degrees. In large bowl, beat butter and sugars on medium speed of electric mixer until creamy. Add eggs and vanilla; beat well. Add combined flour, baking soda, cinnamon and salt; mix well. Add oats, cranberries and white chocolate morsels; mix well. Drop dough by rounded tablespoonfuls onto ungreased cookie sheets. Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until light golden brown. Cool 1 minute on cookie sheets; remove to wire rack. Cool completely. Place cooled cookies on a wire rack and drizzle orange glaze in stripes over the cookies. Let air dry. Store in airtight container with waxed or parchment paper between layers of cookies. Adapted from Quaker Old Fashioned Oatmeal cookie recipe.
Orange Glaze
• 1 cup pulp free orange juice • Powdered sugar (about 1 cup) • 1 tablespoon orange zest, optional
Directions
Simmer orange juice until reduced by half, cool to room temp. Add just enough powdered sugar to thicken glaze to a drizzle consistency. For more intense orange flavor, add orange zest to glaze. continued on page 20 AROUND CANTON | December 2017
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Susan Buice, retired Cherokee County school teacher
“Mama was a cake person. She did not like baking cookies or pies. She always made cakes for everyone for Christmas. Sometimes she would divide them into loaf pans, but Becky (Susan’s sister) and I usually delivered a dozen or more full-sized cakes to people for Christmas gifts. For many people, Christmas was not complete without one of Cece's famous cakes.”
• Mama's Apple Cake Ingredients
• 1 1/2 cups Wesson oil • 2 cups sugar • 2 large eggs • 1/2 cup raisins (soak in water or apple juice, drain) • 3 cups chopped apples • 1 cup chopped nuts • 2 1/2 cups plain flour • 1 teaspoon salt • 1 teaspoon soda • 1 teaspoon baking powder • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Directions
Mix oil, sugar and eggs; beat well. Sift together dry ingredients and add gradually to the oil, sugar and egg mixture. Mix well.
Stir in apples, raisins and nuts. Pour into a greased and floured bundt pan. Bake 1 hour at 350 degrees.
Glaze
• 1/2 stick margarine • 1/4 cup milk • 1/2 box brown sugar
Directions
Melt margarine; add milk. Stir in brown sugar. Bring to a boil for 2-3 minutes. Take off heat and beat with a spoon until it begins to thicken. Quickly pour it over the top of the cake and let it run down the sides. You will have to do this quickly or the icing will harden and will not spread. Mama's secret: She poured a little apple juice over the cake when she first took it out of the oven. It made the cake stay moist longer.
Cece's Chocolate • Pound Cake Ingredients
• 3 cups sifted plain flour (Mama used only White Lily.) • 3 cups sugar • 2 sticks margarine • 1/2 cup Crisco • 5 large or 6 medium eggs • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder • 1/2 cup cocoa • 1 teaspoon vanilla • 1 1/4 cups milk
Directions
Sift dry ingredients together. Cream Crisco, margarine and sugar until very creamy. Add eggs one at a time; beat well after each. Add flour and milk alternately, starting and ending with flour. Add vanilla. Mix well. Pour into a greased and floured tube pan. Bake for 1 hour and 25 minutes at 325 degrees.
Fudge Icing
• 1 stick margarine • 3 heaping tablespoons cocoa • 6 tablespoons milk • 1 box powdered sugar (will probably take more) • 1 teaspoon vanilla
Directions
• Brown Sugar Pound Cake Ingredients • • • • • • • • • •
1 box light brown sugar 1 cup Crisco 1 cup white sugar 1 stick margarine 5 eggs 3 cups plain White Lily flour 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1 cup milk 1 cup nuts (rolled in a bit of the flour) 1 teaspoon vanilla
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Directions
Cream together brown sugar, Crisco, white sugar and margarine. Beat well. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Sift together flour and baking powder. Add flour and milk alternately, beginning and ending with flour, to the wet ingredients. Beat well. Add vanilla, and beat well. Stir in nuts. Pour into a greased and floured tube pan. Bake in preheated 325 degree oven for 1 1/2 hours or until toothpick comes out clean. Mama also decorated this cake with candied cherry poinsettias.
Combine margarine, cocoa and milk in a saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Remove from heat and add vanilla. Stir in powdered sugar until it is the right consistency for spreading. (Continue to add milk or powdered sugar until you have the right consistency.) Spread on cool cake. For Christmas, decorate cake with red and green candied cherries cut to resemble poinsettias. (Cut red cherries in half for the center; quarter green cherries and place around the red cherry for the leaves.)
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Road Trip!
Pack the car with family, friends, snacks, maybe an overnight bag, and tune into your favorite Christmas music station for a de-LIGHT-ful road trip. A visit to these sites, some of the biggest and brightest holiday light displays within a few hours, surely should get you in the Christmas spirit. We put our twist on a list that we found at Explore Georgia (www.exploregeorgia.org).
Lights of LIFE
Fantasy in Lights
Beginning Thanksgiving evening, and running every night, rain or shine, through New Year's Eve. Introduced in 1989 as a gift to the local community, this display has grown to be one of the most popular light shows in the Southeast, attracting nearly half a million spectators. Cruise through the spectacularly illuminated campus, stopping along the 1.5-mile drive to enjoy an array of seasonal entertainments. Costs are $5 per car Mondays-Thursdays, $10 per car FridaysSundays, as well as Nov. 23-26 and Dec. 15-31. The display opens at dark every night and runs until 9 p.m. SundaysThursdays and 10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. www.life.edu/events/lights-of-life.
Through Jan. 7. Bundle up for a Jolly Trolley ride, or drive your own car through more than 8 million lights. Named one of the top 10 places to see holiday lights by National Geographic Traveler, Callaway Gardens glistens with custom-built scenes. Inside the Christmas Village, shop for gifts from Georgia crafters and specialty treats. 17800 U.S. Highway 27, Pine Mountain. 706-663-2281. www.callawaygardens.com.
on the campus of Life University
Stone Mountain Christmas at Stone Mountain Park
Open through Jan. 3. Millions of lights, Christmas shows and Rudolph create a night to remember. Don’t miss a 5-mile excursion on the Singalong Christmas Train, featuring a satellite message from Santa’s elves and a track-side show about the first Photo from www.stonemountainpark.com. Christmas. Watch the new live children's show, “The Littlest Christmas Tree,” and end your night at Stone Mountain Park with the magic of the Snow Angel flying high to create snow and fireworks. 1000 Robert E. Lee Blvd., Stone Mountain. 770-498-5690, www.stonemountainpark.com.
at Callaway Gardens
Enchanted Garden of Lights at Rock City Gardens
Through Jan. 6. Holiday scenes include more than 1 million lights. Stop in the pavilion for nightly entertainment, gingerbread cookie decorating and to warm up by the fire. Special VIP tickets are available for dinner with Santa and early garden entrance. 1400 Patten Road, Lookout Mountain, TN. 706-820-2531. www.seerockcity.com.
Magical Nights of Lights at Lanier Islands
Through Jan. 3. Drive through larger-than-life holiday light displays while you hear songs of the season on your radio or smartphone. Enhance the experience with the companion app, and be sure to stop at the Holiday Village to visit Santa, shop for gifts, and ride carnival rides. 7000 Lanier Islands Parkway, Gainesville. 770-945-8787. www.lanierislands.com.
Garden Lights, Holiday Nights at Atlanta Botanical Garden
Open through Jan. 7. Orchestral Orbs glow harmoniously with holiday tunes. A Tunnel of Light from the radiant Ice Goddess to the Glittering Galaxy embraces visitors in enchanting light. Named one of the top 10 holiday light shows in the country by USA Today. 1345 Piedmont Ave. N.E., Atlanta. 404-876-5859. www.atlantabg.org. 22
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Lanier Islands, photo by Robert J. Sutherland. Used by permission.
Mountain Country Christmas in Lights
Light Up the Holidays
Through Dec. 30, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. A holiday treat for the entire family, where the fairgrounds are transformed into a spectacular and magical holiday light show, with Christmas music, arts and crafts vendors, holiday food, a visit and pictures with Santa, and hot chocolate and s'mores! 1311 Music Hall Road, Hiawassee. 706-896-4191.
Through Dec. 28. Visitors (including those who are not staying overnight), are welcome to view more than 1 million lights and festive dĂŠcor in the historic 1800s manor house ruins, surrounding gardens and English-style village. There is a small fee for the self-guided tour. 597 Barnsley Gardens Road, Adairsville. 770-773-7480. www.barnsleyresort.com. Â
at Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds
Okefenokee Swamp Park Annual Light Show
Through Dec. 30. Bring a blanket and snuggle on the trains as they make their way along a 1.25-mile rail at the show in Waycross, filled with thousands of lights. Walk through the park and enjoy a meal or snacks (including gator tail) at the Peach Pit Snack Shack. www.okeswamp.com.
December Nights & Holiday Lights at Coastal Georgia Botanical Gardens
Through Dec. 24, select nights. Savannah's jewel of a Christmas returns with more than 1 million sparkling lights. This walking tour allows you to stroll leisurely through illuminated garden areas. Visit with Santa Claus and the Coastal Rail Buff's miniature train display, and stop at Mrs. Claus' Kitchen for a hot beverage and baked goodies. 2 Canebrake Road, Savannah. 912-921-5460. www.coastalgeorgiabg.org.
at Barnsley Resort
Christmas at The Rock Ranch
Various dates through Dec. 25. Drive through the mile-long display of thousands of lights, all strung by volunteers and ranch hands of the property. Bring the family by Truett's Barn for hot cocoa and apple cider, soups and other treats. On select days, families can dine with Santa and pose for a keepsake. 5020 Barnesville Highway, The Rock. 706-647-6374. therockranch.com.
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Santa Sightings Dec. 8-23
Holiday Lights of Hope is a Christmas celebration benefiting the Anna Crawford Children's Center. Lights, Santa, children's activity area, seasonal concessions, music and more. Hobgood Park. Open Nightly at 6 p.m. Features a huge walk-through Christmas light display with more than 1 million lights, concessions, vendors, games, Santa and so much more! It’s the new Christmas tradition for kids of all ages! www.cherokeechildadvocates.org, http://holidaylightsofhope.com.
Dec. 9
The Cherokee County Homeless Veteran Program (CCHVP) is hosting a free Breakfast with Santa for veterans with children under age 13. Three seating times: 9 a.m., 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. Sponsored by Cherokee County Senior Services at 1001 Univeter Road in Canton. For reservations call: 770-479-4405 (select the extension for CCHVP).
BEATS, Inc, a local nonprofit that provides hippotherapy and adaptive riding to children and adults with special needs, is hosting Santa with two of his "reindeer" friends, crafts and snacks. Take your own photos. $10 per child at Mariposa Farms, 75 Red Gate Trail, Canton. All proceeds benefit BEATS, Inc. www. beats-inc.org.
Dec. 10
Santa at the Falany Performing Arts Center at Reinhardt
University, after the 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. showings of Disney’s “The Muppet Christmas Carol.” Arts and crafts, milk and cookies, and photos with Santa are included in the ticket price: $10 adults, $5 seniors and children. 770-720-9167. www.reinhardt.edu.
Santa Tim, shown here with Talon Powell, will be at the Falany Performing Arts Center on Dec. 10. Photo by Donna Fox Gaddis.
Dec. 8-10
Christmas Musical at First Baptist Woodstock,
7:30 p.m. Friday, 6 p.m. Saturday, 3 p.m. Sunday. This year’s new show is “Letter or Legacy,” set in 1960 following a family whose Christmas gathering explodes with an unexpected surprise. www.atlantachristmasmusical.com.
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Open daily through Jan. 6
Holiday Lights at Veterans Park is a two-mile drive through light display that’s open 6-10 p.m. daily through Jan. 6. The display includes snowmen, reindeers, Santa and a drive-through lit tunnel. The park is at 7345 Cumming Highway, Canton. Price is $20 per car. Proceeds will benefit local charities.
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The Challenge of Commuting in Cherokee County BY SCOT TURNER
Recently, a poll was conducted by the Atlanta Regional Commission that asked, among other things, what issues were most important to Cherokee County citizens. Transportation drew 35 percent of the vote. Even though 60 percent of respondents did not mention mass transit as a way of addressing the issue, those at the commission heralded the 40 percent who thought transit was a fix as a boon to the argument that light rail is wanted by Cherokee County residents. The problem, of course, is that they ignored the 60 percent that said no. Mass transit, of course, can mean busses in combination with rail. And, while there are some advocates for transit who will argue for additional bus service, what they are really advocating is additional light rail expansion. Rail is expensive to build, costing $80 million to $100 million per mile. Then, add on the annual maintenance and operations cost, and you start to wonder if it is the wisest way to spend our transportation dollars. 30
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It isn’t the initial capital required to expand the rail system that is the problem. Population density is the real reason why rail will not work in metro Atlanta. In 2011, the Institute of Transportation Studies at the University of California, Berkeley determined that, in order for light rail to be costeffective, population density would need to be close to 30 people per acre. Metro Atlanta is one of the least dense cities in the world. In fact, we come in right at one person per acre in our metro region. Also, here in Cherokee County, we travel all over the northern part of the state to go to work. Here is a heat map that shows where people go to work when they leave Cherokee County; it looks like a Jackson Pollack painting.
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Scot Turner is a small business owner and the State House Representative for District 21. He can be reached at 678-576-2644 or www.facebook.com/turnerforhouse.
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SELECTION, STYLE
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hen the Ehican family opened River Fine Jewelry in Canton, the goal was to provide the broadest selection of high-quality jewelry at the most competitive prices. The 2017 holiday season is no exception: Shoppers can expect discounts of up to 50 percent on all merchandise. Ibrahim Ehican, owner of River Fine Jewelry, is continuing the jewelry service tradition started in Turkey by his grandfather. Ehican’s wife Beyhan and his sister Ece also are part of the three-generation family business. Their strong Christian faith and family ties guide them in their dedication to quality and customer service. “People who were here on day one are still our customers. We are looking for our clients to be happy and become repeat customers,” Ece said. “We would never sell our customers anything unless we are 100 percent sure they will be pleased.” The inventory is extensive and includes a special price on five-carat tennis bracelets. Luxury watches in stock include Citizen, Caravelle, Pulsar, Seiko and Bulova, along with gold watches and pre-owned Rolexes for men and women. Watches are discounted up to 50 percent until Dec. 24. If a custom-made piece of jewelry is your desire, the staff can create an unforgettable and unique ring, pendant or bracelet to fit your style and taste. You can choose from a large collection of loose gems and collaborate on the design. River Fine Jewelry is a full-service jewelry store which includes repairs, appraisals, cleanings, personalized engraving and custom-designed jewelry. The store also buys coins, diamonds, gold and Rolex watches at the most competitive market prices.
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Cherokee Receives Georgia’s Deal of the Year that meet community economic development goals and involve significant The Cherokee Office of community program Economic Development support, and was presented (COED) received the Georgia by Gov. Nathan Deal at Deal of the Year in the the Georgia Economic large community category Developers Association’s (population over 100,000) for November Annual Awards the adidas SPEEDFACTORY Luncheon in Atlanta. project. adidas chose Cherokee adidas, one of the world’s County over three other largest sportswear makers, finalists and is one of the released its plans in August brands now being used 2016 to create 160 new jobs for COED’s new branding in the next five years with its statement, “Cherokee by The 74,000-square-foot facility is at the Cherokee 75 Corporate Park. 74,000 square-foot state-ofChoice.” Outlining the many the-art facility at Cherokee 75 Corporate Park, designated ways Cherokee County is excellent for life and business, in one of Georgia’s Opportunity Zones. The project is a joint “Cherokee by Choice” will be used as a positioning strategy venture between adidas and Oechsler Motion to develop a moving forward for attracting business and industry to SPEEDFACTORY to manufacture sneakers, the only one in the Cherokee County. United States. This innovative facility is targeting production “The site selected in the Cherokee 75 Corporate Park of 50,000 pairs of shoes in 2017. will give the company room to grow, with capacity for two “We are proud to receive this designation for one of our expansions. Since they are developing innovative technology county’s biggest projects to date and are thankful to the state that has never been done before, the north Atlanta location and the Georgia Economic Developers Association (GEDA) for on the Cherokee 75 Corporate Corridor gives adidas access recognizing our diligent efforts to bring adidas to Cherokee to the right people and the right place. Having a talented County and the U.S.,” said Marshall Day, chairman of COED. continued on page 54 “This win was a team effort between the Site Selection Group, the Georgia Department of Economic Development, the Metro Atlanta Chamber, Georgia Power, and Cherokee The Cherokee Office of Economic Development is the County.” leading organization for business and film recruitment and industry retention & expansion. For more information, The annual award recognizes outstanding achievement visit www.cherokeega.org. in the location or expansion of new businesses in Georgia PROVIDED BY CHEROKEE OFFICE OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
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As 2017 winds down, we would like living expenses, until his to recap a few of the year’s featured mom was able to return stories and the wonderful way that you, our to work. Today, you readers, helped children and families within our can see Matthew back community. Everyday Angels will continue to receive at school and on the Top left: The White family. Above: Matthew donations for past features. We love surprising families with court with his varsity unexpected donations. With no overhead costs, salaries or basketball team. Praise! Lane. expenses, Everyday Angels sends 100 percent of your donation to In March, our community was rocked by the tragic loss of beloved the family you specify. E.T. Booth chorus teacher and friend Kevin White. He left behind his In January, we featured the story of Tarrah Zomer, a Creekland young wife, Courtney, and daughter, Piper. The way our community Middle School teacher who was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s embraced this sweet family was heartwarming. Through donations, lymphoma. Everyday Angels presented a generous check to “2017 was a difficult year of ups and downs. Courtney and Piper. Please keep them in your prayers, After being in remission in February, I learned I had especially during this holiday season, as they continue relapsed. I received a stem cell transplant on Aug. to adjust to their new normal. 23. Since then I have been gaining my strength and Our June feature was eighth-grader Joshua Menard, look forward to hearing I am in remission again. I am who experienced a stroke while sitting in math class looking forward to returning to school in January,” at Creekland Middle School. Born with congenital Tarrah said. heart defects, this medical scare was nothing new Please continue to pray for Tarrah and her family for the family. Your donations assisted the family as for a happy and healthy 2018. they traveled with Josh to Boston during the summer 2017 was a challenging year for Cathy Newberry, to repair his heart valve. His freshman year at River a Cherokee County school bus driver whose Ridge High School has been temporarily interrupted husband’s inoperable stage IV cancer diagnosis and by several heart issues that have resulted in her own health problems kept her from working. hospitalization and caused concern. Please continue After enduring two surgeries during the summer, to keep Josh and family in your prayers. Tarrah and Nick Zomer. Cathy has returned to her bus route. Her husband In August, 20-year-old Nathan Waddle suffered continues his chemo regimen, and they are grateful for each day. a traumatic brain injury while competing in a mixed martial arts Your generous donations in support of them helped her pay their competition. Physically, Nathan is much better than expected, property taxes and provided much needed relief. but it will take some time for his brain to heal. He continues his Matthew Lane, an Etowah High School student and basketball physical and cognitive therapies, and his family is thankful for his player, was diagnosed with cancer in his jaw. His single mom, positive progress. Adrian, had to put her job Everyday Angels is grateful to serve our compassionate and life on hold to care for community. Aside from our monthly feature stories, we also him. Through donations and assist behind the scenes as we work with other nonprofit fundraising events, Matthew organizations, school counselors and administrators with received a necessary alkaline identified community needs. We are thankful for your support water filtration system and and wish everyone a Christmas season filled with love, joy, peace assistance with monthly and safety in your travels!
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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.
A Christmas Celebration for Kids of All Ages Benefiting the
Anna Crawford
Children’s Center
a Program of the Cherokee Child Advocacy Council, Inc.
December 7th - 23rd
Opens 6 p.m. Nightly Hobgood Park Woodstock, GA Admission: (includes all activities) Children 14 and under FREE Adults $10 Lights Children’s Activity Area Shopping Seasonal Concessions
Santa Light Maze Music and much more
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Rob’s Rescues This dog is Luke. He has really long legs and loves to run. He is 6 years old and is a black Lab mix. I threw tennis balls for him and he loves tennis balls and also knows how to sit and lie down. He would be a great dog, because he loves everyone and you can play with him. He also entertains himself very well. This cat's name is Misty. She is a domestic short-hair mix and 3 years old. She is a very small cat and loves to cuddle. She is calm and would make an awesome pet if you would like her to just sleep on your lap.
I interviewed Sgt. Brendan O'Brien of Fire Station No. 11 in Canton about rescuing animals in trouble. How long have you been a fireman? Ten years. What is the best part about being a fireman? The excitement of the job and the camaraderie with my co-workers. We really are a family. How do you rescue dogs and cats from buildings on fire? Do you need special equipment? If you come across a dog or cat, you pick it up and take it out with you. We have pet rescue masks in our engines that we fit over the animal's mouth and nose that give it oxygen and help it breathe.
Have you ever rescued an animal? Yes. About two years ago, I was based in Ball Ground and we got a report of a dog in the bottom of a 75-foot-well. It was a technical rescue and I was sent out with Fire Station No. 12. I was attached to a rope and harness and released slowly into the pit. The dog had been in the hole about eight hours at this point. It turned out to be a 3- or 4-month-old Lab puppy. At the end of the day, I adopted the dog and called it Rosie. What advice do you have for people about animals in fires? Try to get them out ASAP. Have a plan and an exit route in the event of fire. Dogs are smart and are often the ones that alert their owners to a fire. What made you want to be a fireman? Since high school, I wanted to be one. I would stop by after school at a fire station and ask questions. What can people do to help you? Learn about fire safety. Have an escape route and a planned meeting point in the event of a fire.
Rob with Sgt. Brendan O’Brien. Rob is holding an oxygen mask used to help pets in fires. Top right, Sgt. O’Brien rescuing Rosie from a 75-foot-well.
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How often do you have an emergency? We are called out about one to 10 times in a 24-hourperiod for all sorts of things, including fires, car wrecks and medical emergencies.
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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DOWNTOWN CANTON DINING GUIDE Your complete guide to casual and upscale sit-down dining in downtown Canton Downtown Kitchen
SPIRITS RESERV.
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Goin’ Coastal 125 W. Main St. 770-479-3737
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Queenie’s
151 W. Main St. 770-213-4897
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117 W. Main St. 770-479-4413
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Your grandkids shouldn’t be the only ones spoiled. Welcome to a community unlike any other, The Arbor at BridgeMill. The Arbor at BridgeMill is your path to better living. We provide service and amenities that are unparalleled among senior living communities. So live the life you deserve, at The Arbor at BridgeMill. Bring this ad when you come in for a tour to learn about our new Charter Club Member Benefits (a $5,000 value) and be entered to win a dinner for two. (770) 766-8630 | 700 Freedom Blvd., Canton, GA 30014 | ArborBridgeMill.com
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IN THE SPOTLIGHT
Describe your business. •The Lodge at BridgeMill is an independent senior housing community. Located next to the
BridgeMill Athletic Club golf course, The Lodge at BridgeMill is surrounded by many opportunities for shopping, dining out at local restaurants, entertainment and recreation. The award-winning community with 150 amenity-rich 1 and 2-bedroom apartments offers a unique, affordable and luxurious alternative for active seniors with discerning taste and high standards, who are seeking a carefree, maintenance-free lifestyle.
What makes you unique? •With its spacious apartment homes and community features, The Lodge at BridgeMill offers
the signature SUN (Senior Umbrella Network) Program, a seven-prong model that provides residents an array of services, educational seminars and activities especially designed to foster and support independent living and to enhance the active senior lifestyle. The Lodge hosts countless events, programs and activities each year, including musical concerts, dancing, dinners and movie nights. The community amenities include a full service restaurant and pub, a state-of-the-art fitness center, an in-ground pool and spa, putting green, beauty salon, massage and nail services, library, media room and theatre, and a beautiful outdoor patio.
Our customers say: • “The Lodge At BridgeMill is my ‘Happy Place.’ It is my new home of unconditional love, acceptance, and enduring friendships. I have yet to stop smiling with the enjoyment of all the meaningful hugs and the caring and sharing conversations.” - Sally “The Lodge At BridgeMill is a place where their incredible staff will cater to your every need and bends over backwards to make sure we, the residents, are well and happy.” -Jeanine
A Generator Can Make all the Difference BY DAN JAPE
The recent hurricanes created interest in backup generators for homes and businesses. Usually, by the time you realize you need one, it is too late, and many manufacturers run low on inventory during storm season. You never want to be without power; it leaves your home and family vulnerable. You also stand the chance of losing all the food in your refrigerator and freezer. If it is extremely cold, you may end up with frozen water pipes, which can cause extensive damage to your home. The first thing to do, when considering a generator purchase, is determine how much power is needed. To accomplish this, add up the wattage of the appliances you want to operate. Keep in mind some appliances have higher wattage needs during start-up, so this should be taken into consideration. Always size slightly larger, since you may want to add appliances later. Some people are happy having a few lights and their refrigerator functioning, while others want their whole home in full operation. A licensed electrician can easily help you determine the correct kilowatt output for your home. There are two basic types of generators: portable and stationary. Stationary generators are permanently installed in your home and portable ones are hooked up when needed. Minimal appliances can be operated on portable generators, as their output is small. These units typically run on gasoline and 42
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usually are for short-term usage. Portable generators must be manually hooked up to your home’s electrical panel. Generally, stationary generators are of a higher quality and made to run trouble free for longer periods of time. When the electricity from your utility company is interrupted, the stationary generator automatically starts within seconds and the transfer switch connects it to your home’s power wiring. Another option is to have a professional electrical contracting company permanently install a generator that ties into your electrical panel and runs on your natural gas or propane supply. These units can run for days at a time and can power an entire house. Transfer switches need to be installed so a generator can be connected to a home’s power lines without the chance of electricity being back-fed onto the power grid. The more desirable transfer switches can turn off or shed certain appliances in your home when the capacity of the generator is exceeded. These switches help decide how to distribute the amps you generate and what appliances your generator can safely operate. They also continued on page 54
Dan Jape is the owner of Reliable Heating & Air. He can be reached at 770-594-9969.
Cherokee Chamber of Commerce
3605 Marietta Hwy., Canton 770-345-0400 • www.cherokeechamber.com
RIBBON CUTTINGS 1. Vintage Jacks Men’s Grooming Salon 3775 Sixes Road, Suite 180, Canton 770-224-6370 www.vintagejacks.com 2. Anchor Christian Academy 6613 Hickory Flat Highway, Canton 678-880-8767 www.anchorca.org
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Business After Hours, presented by AT&T, is 4:30-6:30
p.m. at Hasty Pope LLC, 211 E. Main St., Canton. $5 for members, $10 for future members. Advance registration due 5 p.m. Dec. 8. Email Brandy@CherokeeChamber.com.
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Enjoy the Rally, But Prepare for the Retreat DON AKRIDGE, MBA, CFP®, CPA/PFS U.S. MARINE CORPS VETERAN – EMORY UNIVERSITY ALUMNUS
Will the current bull market run for another year? How about another two or three years? Some investors will confidently say “yes” to both questions. Optimism abounds on Wall Street: The major indices climb more than they retreat, and they have attained new peaks. On average, the S&P 500 has gained nearly 15 percent a year for the past eight years.1 Investors may be lulled into a false sense of security by this market. Stocks will correct at some point. A bear market could even emerge. Is your investment portfolio ready for either kind of event? It may not be. Your portfolio could be over weighted in stocks — that is, a higher percentage of your invested assets may be held in equities than what your investment strategy outlines. As your stock market exposure grows greater and greater, the less diversified your portfolio becomes, and the more stock market risk you assume. You know diversification is important, especially when one investment sector that has done well for you suddenly turns sideways or plummets. When a bull market becomes as celebratory as this one, that lesson risks being lost. How do bear markets begin? They seldom arrive abruptly, but some telltale signs may hint that one is ahead. Notable declines or disappointments in corporate profits and quickly rising interest rates are but two potential indicators. If the pace of tightening speeds up at the Federal Reserve, borrowing costs will climb not only for households, but also for big businesses. A pervasive bullishness — irrational exuberance, by some definitions — that helps to send the CBOE VIX down to unusual lows could be seen as another indicator. How long could the next bear market last? It is impossible to say, but we do know that the longest bear market on record lasted 929 days (calendar days, not trading days). That was the 2000-02 bear. A typical bear market lasts nine to 14 months.1, 2
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Enjoy this record-setting Wall Street run, but be pragmatic. Equities do have bad years, and bears do come out of hibernation from time to time. Patience and adequate diversification may make a downturn more tolerable for you. You certainly do not want the value of your portfolio to fall drastically in the years preceding your retirement, when you will have a narrow window of time to try and recoup that loss. Remember, the market does not always advance. Securities offered through registered representatives of Cambridge Investment Research Inc., a broker-dealer, member FINRA / SIPC. Advisory services through Cambridge Investment Research Advisors Inc., a registered investment adviser. Cambridge is not affiliated with and does not endorse the opinions or services of Peter Montoya Inc. or MarketingPro Inc. This material was prepared by MarketingPro Inc., and does not necessarily represent the views of the presenting party, nor their affiliates. This information has been derived from sources believed to be accurate. Please note: Investing involves risk, and past performance is no guarantee of future results. The publisher is not engaged in rendering legal, accounting or other professional services. If assistance is needed, the reader is advised to engage the services of a competent professional. This information should not be construed as investment, tax or legal advice and may not be relied on for the purpose of avoiding any federal tax penalty. This is neither a solicitation nor recommendation to purchase or sell any investment or insurance product or service, and should not be relied upon as such. All indices are unmanaged and are not illustrative of any particular investment. Citations. 1 - cnbc.com/2017/09/19/what-investors-should-do-before-the-bullmarket-gets-gored.html [9/19/17] 2 - investopedia.com/news/how-do-bear-markets-start/ [10/14/16]
Don Akridge is president of Citadel Professional Services, LLC, an independent firm, founded in 1994 and conveniently located off Chastain Road between I-575 and I-75 in Kennesaw. 770-952-6707.
WellStar and Mayo Clinic. Working together. Working for you. Achieving our vision of world-class healthcare is even closer now that we are a proud member of the Mayo Clinic Care Network, an innovative collaboration which brings the expertise of Mayo to our patients. As the first and only member of the Mayo Clinic Care Network in metro Atlanta, our depth of specialty care is enhanced with new resources and tools while keeping patient care right here at home. Innovation. World-class care. WellStar. For more information, please visit wellstar.org/mayo. For physician referral, please call 770-956-STAR (7827).
WellStar Health System, the largest health system in Georgia, is known nationally for its innovative care models, focused on improving quality and access to healthcare. WellStar consists of WellStar Medical Group, 240 medical office locations, outpatient centers, health parks, a pediatric center, nursing centers, hospice, homecare, as well as 11 inpatient hospitals: WellStar Atlanta Medical Center, WellStar Atlanta Medical Center South, WellStar Kennestone Regional Medical Center (anchored by WellStar Kennestone Hospital), WellStar West Georgia Medical Center, and WellStar Cobb, Douglas, North Fulton, Paulding, Spalding Regional, Sylvan Grove and Windy Hill hospitals. As a not-forprofit, WellStar continues to reinvest in the health of the communities it serves with new technologies and treatments.
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Seek Treatment Early for Rheumatic Diseases BY KELLY O. WESELMAN, M.D., FACR
There is a group of diseases that affects 25 percent of our country, but often goes untreated. These diseases affect children, young adults, people in middle age and the elderly. What if I told you that treatments work best when these diseases are found early? The “if” is real. Rheumatic diseases are often not recognized or treatment sought because symptoms can look so different: A new mom who struggles to hold her baby because of stiff wrists, a grandfather whose joints are suddenly so swollen he can’t get dressed. The variety of symptoms goes on: rashes, fever, shortness of breath, trouble keeping weight on. Rheumatic diseases range from rheumatoid arthritis (RA), lupus, gout, sjögren’s syndrome, juvenile idiopathic arthritis to hundreds of lesser-known conditions. They are expected to affect nearly 80 million Americans by 2040, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. During the past 17 years, I’ve seen patients with all of
these conditions. Sometimes I see them early in their disease, but often they get to me after months of suffering. When they wait to act, it can be more difficult to find a treatment that will work for them. Most people are not aware that these diseases often strike individuals in the prime of their lives and can lead to long-term disability and early death if not treated early and effectively. There is no cure for rheumatic disease. But early intervention by a rheumatologist, a specialist trained in treating this group of diseases, within the first weeks and months of disease onset can dramatically improve longterm outcomes for patients.
Kelly O. Weselman M.D., FACR is a rheumatologist at WellStar Rheumatology and serves as this year’s chair of the American College of Rheumatology. www.wellstar.org. 956-STAR (7827).
Holiday Table Talk BY DR. SARAH LICHT
It’s that time of year when families gather around the table to share stories, eat supper and enjoy each other’s company. When these situations arise, many people find they struggle to hear their loved ones. Mark Ross, Ph.D., once stated that “when someone in the family has a hearing loss, the entire family has a hearing problem.” Communication is a two-way street that involves the listener and the communication partner. It is important to use effective strategies on both ends of the conversation to best facilitate communication. For the listener, it is important to be an active participant. Avoid using words such as “Huh?” because they are vague and when repeated frequently can be frustrating for both parties. Instead, consider using clarification phrases such as “I heard you say ...” and repeat the parts of the conversation that you did understand. It is important to be clear and specific in your request for clarification. For example, instead of saying, “What?” you can say “Could you please slow down, I cannot understand you when speak that quickly.” Be sure to look at the person speaking to you. This can be a huge help, especially if there is excessive background noise. Being able to control your environment by turning off the TV or stepping into an area that is a little quieter are also great tools to improve communication. 46
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For the communication partner, speak at a natural pace without raising your voice. Yelling at someone does not necessarily make the message clearer and can actually lead to distortion. Speaking slowly can help a person with hearing loss process what is being said more effectively. Be sure to obtain the listener’s attention first so they can use visual cues to help supplement the message. It is also important that you face the listener when speaking. Whether we realize it or not, everyone relies on lip reading and facial cues to aid in accurate communication. Out of habit, we can cover our mouths when we speak, so be sure to keep hands and objects away from hiding those important visual cues. If you currently have hearing aids, when was your last visit to make sure your devices are operating at their maximum performance? Also, is it time to replace or upgrade your devices with current technology? If you have met your insurance deductible with 2017 nearing an end, it may be the perfect time to use your hearing-aid benefit if your insurance has that available.
Sarah Licht, Au.D. is a Doctor of Audiology and provider at North Georgia Audiology in Woodstock. She has been practicing since 2016.
Addressing Arthritis Pain in Our Pets BY LEISA JENNINGS
Winter’s chill has arrived and many of us can feel it in our bones, literally. Cold weather exacerbates joint pain for our canine companions as well. There are several types of canine arthritis, but osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common form. OA is a progressive degenerative disease in which the cartilage protecting the bones of the joint is destroyed. The joint loses its cushion resulting in bone on bone friction, leading to pain and decreased mobility. The lack of innervation in cartilage allows initial damage to occur with no outward symptoms. Pain results when the damage is severe and has progressed into the bony surfaces. I commonly suspect arthritis in many of my aging patients. On physical exam, veterinarians may suspect OA based on pain response to joint palpation, detection of crepitus, gait evaluation, muscle atrophy, and limited range of motion. Some dogs may not be symptomatic on exam, but have arthritic changes on radiographs. Dogs are stoic and often mask signs of illness and pain. Some signs are more overt and identifiable: change in gait, weakness, lethargy, whimpering/vocalization, reluctance to jump or transverse stairs, difficulty getting up/laying down, decrease in desire to play/exercise, tiring quickly with activity, and decreased appetite. However, the initial signs may be subtle, intermittent, and easily missed or dismissed: reduced social interaction, no longer greeting you at the door, change in demeanor such as
becoming more defensive, aggressive or withdrawn, not wanting to be petted, increased panting, abnormal posturing, licking the affected area, reluctance to walk on slippery surfaces, increased reliance or placing more weight on the front limbs, and changes in bathroom habits, including house training issues. There are multiple treatment options utilized to make our pets more comfortable. Treatment goals include pain control, increasing mobility, slowing joint degeneration and increasing quality of life. Medical treatment may include diet/ weight control, appropriate exercise, prescription medications, supplements, laser therapy, acupuncture, massage, chiropractic and physical rehabilitation. Only surgery can repair some of the damage that has already been done. OA has multiple contributing factors and will likely occur with age, but preventative measures may delay arthritic changes. Weight management is paramount and within your control. Excess weight stresses joints, accelerates degradation, and often makes treatment less effective. If you think that your pet may be suffering from arthritis or if you would like more information on preventative measures, please consult your veterinarian.
Dr. Leisa Jennings received her doctor of veterinary medicine in 2006 at the University of Georgia. She currently works as a small companion animal practitioner at BridgeMill Animal Hospital.
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Surviving Holiday Travel With a Baby
Bye-Bye Crunches and Sit-Ups!
BY BRITTON CRIGLER, MD, FACOG
BY RACHAEL CORNELIUS
Holiday travel – two words that can incite overwhelming fear in the hearts of new mothers everywhere. How will your baby react on an airplane? Can you spend six hours in a car with an infant? What if Junior doesn’t nap well at grandma’s house? All these thoughts are enough to make a new mom stay home, but, with a little planning and a lot of patience, you can enjoy visiting during the holidays without losing your mind. My wife Lauren and I have had two children and have done our share of traveling. Here are a few of our tips and tricks to surviving holiday travel with a new baby. Expect delays. Even when traveling without children, not everything runs as smoothly as it should. This is especially true when it comes to To ease ear pain traveling with a baby. Pack extra finger foods or bottles often caused by in the event of a delay. If airplane takeoff you’re formula feeding, pack more formula than you think and landing, you’ll need (but be mindful offer your baby of the restrictions of liquids allowed – bring the powder a pacifier, bottle to mix up as needed. Pack extra. Make sure you or sippy cup. have extra diapers, wipes, and a change of clothes for baby and for you. You never know when a blowout might occur, leaving you stranded without an extra set of clothes. For older babies who might be newly mobile, plan for plenty of rest stops if you’re traveling by car, or allow for some time in the airport before you board to exert some of that curious crawling. To ease ear pain often caused by airplane takeoff and landing, offer your baby a pacifier, bottle or sippy cup. Maintain a sleep schedule. One of the toughest things about traveling with a baby or toddler is maintaining their normal sleep schedule. No nap, or a night filled with more wake-ups than usual, can make even the sweetest babies cranky. If at all possible, don’t plan activities during your baby’s normal nap time. If you have a baby that naps once in the morning and once in the afternoon, try to plan a holiday lunch gathering to accommodate the sleep schedule. Pack all of your baby’s favorite sleep essentials, maybe a blanket or a soft toy that will help soothe them, even in a new space. Books, favorite music or a sound machine also
Did you know every sit-up creates 750 pounds of compression on your spine? That’s right, spinal flexion (the movement of your spine when performing a sit-up or crunch) is equivalent to having a motorcycle parked on your back! Working your core is extremely important, and there are many exercises out there to help you protect the spine and build strength at the same time … all without doing a single crunch or sit-up. Dr. Stuart McGill of the University of Waterloo (Canada) is a spinal expert, and he has taken it on as a personal vendetta to “kill crunches.” His research shows that keeping your spine in a neutral position while exercising is one of the best things you can do to maintain good spinal health, prevent lower back pain and avoid injury. Anti-rotational exercises are recommended highly to enhance stability and build strength in those core muscles. The core, however, is much more than just your abs. It’s easy to think of your core muscles as just your stomach area, or the abdominal wall. Actually, your core includes a total of 29 muscles. The easiest way to picture this is to remove your arms and legs — everything left is your core. The entire spine and pelvis (hips) are included in this area, and they are critical stabilizers within the body. If you think of the body as a system of levers and pulleys, there are two main categories of muscles: movement and stabilization. These two types of muscles work together constantly to help you tackle everyday functions: getting the kids in the car, unloading the groceries, standing up from your desk, moving something on a top shelf, and much more. So, it makes sense to exercise these muscles together at the same time. You engage your core every time you squat, deadlift, pullup, plank, press … you name it. These movements keep your spine in a natural position to make the muscles work smarter, not harder.
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Dr. Britton Crigler is a board certified OB-GYN at Cherokee Women’s Health Specialists, and was recently voted “Mom-Approved” OB in Atlanta Parent magazine.
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Try these exercises during your next workout to increase your stability and strengthen that core: • Plank. (Want to take it to the next level? Try from a push-up position, and lift one limb at a time: right hand, left hand, left foot, right foot — that’s one rep! Keep the hips and shoulders still while lifting.) • Bird-dogs. • Figure 8s with a kettlebell. • TRX tuck. • Mountain climbers. (Need to take them down a notch? Put your hands on a box or bench. Put a little elevation in your upper body, and it will distribute the weight differently.)
Rachael Cornelius, NASM-CPT, is a certified personal trainer who serves the community by coaching hard work, communication and discipline to help people lead healthier lives.
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ONGOING Through Dec. 16 Cherokee Arts Center is hosting a members
holiday show and sale,
featuring arts and fine crafts created by arts center members for sale for less than $100. Gallery hours are 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesdays-Fridays, noon-5 p.m. Saturdays. www.cherokeearts.com.
Through Dec. 17
Artwork by Reinhardt University alumnus Kendrick Shackleford will be on display in the Falany Performing Arts Center, 7300 Reinhardt College Parkway, Waleska. Shackleford earned his Bachelor of Fine Arts from Reinhardt University in 2002 and his Master of Fine Arts from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. He currently serves as an art professor at UNC-Chapel Hill. His work can be found in various galleries, including New York City and Chicago.
Art and Wine Walk in downtown Canton, 5-8 p.m. Friday and 8-9 2-6 p.m. Saturday. Tickets are $25. For more details, visit www.downtowncantonga.com.
Christmas Carol the Musical,” presented by Elm Street 8-24 “ACultural Arts Village, 8534 Main St., Woodstock. Fridays and
Saturdays at 7:30 p.m., Sundays at 2 p.m. Celebrate the holidays with this beloved Dickens classic, reimagined once again by the creative team of Elm Street. This musical and cast will warm your heart with joy, whether it is your first or 50th time. Tickets are $15 in advance and $18 at the door. Rated PG. Call 678-494-4251 for more information.
CCAC Lifeguard Training (ARC) at the Cherokee County 27-29 Aquatic Center, 1200 Gresham Mill Parkway, Holly Springs.
This class will provide you with a nationally recognized American Red Cross lifeguard/first aid/CPR for professional rescuer certification. You must be 15 years of age by the last day of class and be able to complete the following skills on the first day of class: Swim 300 yards, continuously tread water for 2 minutes (legs only), and retrieve a 10-pound brick from 7 feet of water. Come prepared to swim every day, and be on the floor for training. Bring a packed lunch, or you may purchase food at the concessions stand. 678-880-4760. www.crpa.net. 50
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Feb. 24th
Beauties and Beaus Mother-Son Bash! A DJ will
be playing your favorite songs for you to dance the night away. Enjoy some quality fun together with a candy bar buffet, cornhole, craft station, prizes, photo booth, snack bar and bounce house. Please pre-register by visiting www. crpa.net. Price is $40 per couple, $10 per additional son. Contact Frankie Sanders, fsanders@cherokeega.com for more information.
2017 Veterans Ceremony
PHOTOS COURTESY OF DARLEEN PREM
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Sequoyah Regional Library System 770-479-3090 www.SequoyahRegionalLibrary.org
R.T. JONES
HICKORY FLAT
116 Brown Industrial Parkway • 770-479-3090
2740 East Cherokee Drive • 770-345-7565
Dec. 19
Tuesdays
Have a question about how to use something technical, like checking your email from your phone? Sign up for a help session at Tech Tuesday to get the answers. If you have a question about your device, please bring it with you. Please know your password before attending. Registration required; call 770-479-3090 (Ext. 228) to sign up.
Dec. 10
Love to write, but need some feedback? All writers interested in joining a group to share writings, ideas and feedback are invited to attend Inklings Writers Critique Group at 3 p.m.
Dec. 11
We’re using our sewing machines to make DIY Hand Warmers for the winter season. Begins at 6 p.m. Perfect to keep for yourself or give as a gift. Registration is required and opens Nov. 27; call 770-479-3090 (Ext. 228) to sign up.
Dec. 16
Coding for Adults: Newbies Only at 2 p.m. We’ll help you venture through the basics of coding. Whether you’re a parent wanting to keep up with your child’s technology education or a professional wanting to develop a new skill set, this class is for you. Registration is required and opens Dec. 2; call 770-479-3090 (Ext. 228) to sign up.
BALL GROUND 435 Old Canton Road • 770-735-2025
Dec. 9
Love to write, but need some feedback? Inklings Writers Critique Group meets at 3 p.m. All writers interested in joining a group to share writings, ideas and feedback are invited to attend.
The Reading Dogs will be available at 4:30 p.m. for children 6 and older to read to a nonjudgmental, furry listener who won’t laugh if the reader stumbles or makes a mistake. Children are asked to select their own reading material before their scheduled session. Parents can register their child (two weeks in advance) for a 10-15 minute reading session by calling 770-345-7565.
Dec. 13
Enjoy a hands-on learning experience with our Sphero SPRK+ at Holiday Sphero, beginning at 6 p.m. Discover the fun and challenging world of coding in our Winter Wonderland. Navigate your Sphero through the North Pole, join in on some reindeer games, and race other Spheros to see who can deliver toys the fastest. For ages 8 and older; children 9 and younger must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is required and opens Nov. 29; call 770-345-7565 to sign up.
Dec. 18
Bring your blanket and wear your best PJs to experience the magic of Chris Van Allsburg’s classic holiday tale “The Polar Express” as it comes to life through our annual read-aloud at 6:30 p.m. Our favorite conductor will be on hand to give you your ticket to an evening of music, crafts, photo opportunities and refreshments. For all ages; children 9 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.
Dec. 11
Bridge Club meets at 10:30 a.m. Beginners and experienced players ages 18 and older are welcome.
Dec. 12
Financial Literacy 101: “Bring Balance to Your Budget” at 6:30 p.m. Sharpen your spending and saving strategy by learning about the basics of budgeting and the importance of managing credit and debt.
Dec. 16
Check out Lego Club at 3 p.m. There is a different theme each month. Children may work alone or in teams to build Lego masterpieces, which will be displayed in the library until next month’s meeting. Lego and Duplo blocks provided. Children 9 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.
Dec. 19
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Dec. 20
Get competitive with Holiday Cupcake Wars at 6 p.m. Get your creative juices flowing as you compete in two rounds: cupcakes and gingerbread houses. The best part? You take everything you make; winning is just the icing on the cake! All materials provided. For ages 6 and older; children 9 and younger must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is required and opens Dec. 6; call 770-345-7565 to sign up.
Faith
Rowing in the Dark BY ROSS RITTER
The trip had seemed like such a good idea. The disciples would go to Bethsaida, a town just 3 miles down the coast, and make preparations for Jesus’ ministry there. It was a short, easy journey, especially for these experienced fishermen. So into the boat they piled, thinking of nothing more than the arrangements they would make when they arrived. Then the wind began to blow, a strong wind pushing them in the wrong direction. Sailing turned into rowing, and their swift progress slowed to a crawl. The harder they pushed their oars, the more the wind pushed back. They labored through the night, until they were little closer their destination And he saw that to than when they first they were making began. It’s not hard to headway painfully, identify. You throw for the wind was yourself into the project work. It ought to be against them. And at easy, but it’s not. You about the fourth feel resistance at every At home, you watch of the night turn. cook the meals, do the he came to them, laundry, put the kids bed. Then you do it walking on the sea. to again the next day. And (Mark 6:48 ESV) the next day. And the next day. And if you’re making any progress, you can’t see it. At times, you feel like you’re rowing against the wind with little progress. That’s why this passage is so important. How does Jesus respond when he sees his disciples toiling against the wind? He doesn’t lessen the wind. He doesn’t remove the suffering at all. Instead, he enters into it with them. He takes the most direct path to them that only he could take, walking on the water itself to be with them. And so it is with us. How does God respond to us in our toil, frustration, suffering? Not by removing the suffering, but by entering into it with us. And as he enters in, he shows the kind of love he has for broken, needy, sinners like us. This is what we celebrate every Christmas. When God saw us in our suffering, he took the most direct path to us he could, a path only he could take. God became a man. He immersed himself in this place of suffering, experiencing every bit of it first hand, so that he could be with us here.
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Ross Ritter has been the pastor at Cherokee Presbyterian Church since January 2013. He and his wife Margaret Anne, have three daughters, Mary Claire, Julie Anne and Lily Kate.
A SIMPLE Formula for Christmas Expectations BY LYNNE SAUNDERS
We all live in Christmas past. It’s our nature to base holiday expectations there. We are either joyful and full of hope and wonder, or we are stressed out of our minds, not knowing how to meet everyone’s expectations. Is that what Christmas all about? Heaven’s no. But, year after year, if there has been a struggle, this upcoming Christmas is expected to be the same. That’s worry. My advice, keep it simple. That way, the pressure of one day gives way to the season.
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urprise, not sacrifice. Gifts of doing instead of giving can strengthen relationships and memories. Put a little candy cane in a kid’s or spouse’s lunch box to celebrate the season with them. Personal texts with holiday emojis will bring feelings of belonging.
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nform, not impress. Let your friends and family know you are doing things different up front; reduce any level of expectation. You may have thrown the greatest parties in the past … it’s OK to let them know that this year you are doing something different.
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easure, not manipulate. We all love our friends, but do we have to give a gift to everyone just because? And when we give that gift, do we expect a love token in return? Friends and relationships should be easy, not based on expectations.
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lan, not procrastinate. Dec. 25 is coming … in less than a month! If you haven’t already done so, consult your calendar. Decide who will get a gift, what will it be, and how much to spend. Will you order online or shop at brick and mortar stores? Schedule that time now, and stick to it. Allow time to wrap and mail gifts. Then relax and enjoy some quiet fireplace time.
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ove, not loathe. It’s easy to be hard-hearted and even cynical at Christmas. However, this is a notable season to love as Jesus loved. Avoid the burden of performing expected tasks to satisfy others. Love with greatness.
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njoy, not exhaust. This is the time to reflect on God, and the fact that 2,000 years ago he sent his son into this filthy, fallen and corrupt world. Our Creator loved mankind so much, that he become a part of it. I wish you a better, and joyous Christmas! Keep Making Personal Progress!
Lynne Saunders is director of Papa’s Pantry (www.papaspantry.org) and the Master’s Training Center. She can be reached at 770-591-4730.
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The Challenge of Commuting in Cherokee
Cherokee Receives Deal of the Year
Simply put, light rail expansion would be an economic blunder. Further, rail is a 20th century solution to our 21st century problem. Those who advocate for expanded rail lack the vision that technology will bring to the table. Some technologists claim that self-driving cars will increase the number of cars on our current roadways 400 percent. New companies are researching solutions that would use flying drones. Some believe a child born today never will drive their own car. Within a decade, transportation could be unrecognizable to us today. With all due respect to the folks in Atlanta who commissioned the above-mentioned poll, they haven’t listened to the real concerns about transportation in Cherokee County. When my constituents tell me about their struggles getting to and from work, it largely has to do with unchecked and unplanned growth at the local level. Getting a move-on with projects like the Bells Ferry Bridge replacement at Little River and widening State Highway 140 are what is truly needed here. We will get to work on those projects and focus on how best to spend your hard-earned tax dollars in a way that actually will improve your quality of life.
workforce of 1.7 million all within 30 miles and immediate access to I-75, it is the perfect location to deliver speed to market,” said Misti Martin, COED President. “Our first adidas’ site visit quickly turned into a realization of shared goals, with the SPEEDFACTORY project not only being a natural fit for Cherokee County’s sustainable outdoor lifestyle of trails, water and green space, but also for its technology and mechatronics-based talent pool,” Martin added. “The project also perfectly complements our dedication to becoming a leader in innovation, focusing on the connection between our students and companies like adidas utilizing a STEM approach.” Previous recipients of the Large Community Deal of the Year have included Houston County for the Sandler Nonwoven Corporation project in 2016, Fulton County for the Mercedes-Benz USA project in 2015 and Douglas County for the Keurig-Green Mountain project in 2014. Cherokee County received the award in 2013 for the Inalfa Roof Systems project, a global sunroof manufacturer and major supplier to BMW.
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perform load shedding if the draw of your home exceeds the capacity of your generator. Since emergency generators can sit idle for long periods of time without being used, it is important to test and service them on a regular basis. The generator automatically starts itself periodically to make sure the battery stays charged and the unit is ready to go when needed. An approved service dealer needs to change the oil and perform full preventive maintenance on a generator on a semiannual basis.
Surviving Holiday Travel With a Baby continued from page 48
can work wonders to help get baby to sleep in a new place. A few days before you leave, set your baby to sleep in the pack ’n’ play where she’ll be sleeping during the visit. This will help her adjust to a new sleeping space, and it won’t be such a shock when you arrive at your destination. If you’re crossing time zones, get your baby used to the different sleep times by slowly inching up naps and bedtime a few days before leaving. If you’ve already “been there, done that” as far as holiday travel with kids, what other suggestions would you recommend? Go ahead and share with our community of moms on our Facebook page — @cherokeewomenshealth. 54
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Elm Street
Thankful for a Giving Community BY JILLIAN MELKO
DOWNTOWN WOODSTOCK
DEC 8 - 24 FRI/SAT AT 7:30PM SUN AT 2:00PM Presenting Partner:
Call or visit us on the web to learn about our
SPRING CLASSES
Holiday feasts, decking the halls, and singing loud for all to hear are definite ways to ensure your holiday season is more than merry and bright. Whatever your holiday traditions are, the most wonderful time of the year is more than gift-giving and caroling. It is a time to thank those that are most important in your life and show them what they have meant to you throughout the past year. “Thank you” is a powerful phrase. It can cause the most immediate sensation of joy and well-being when utilized, and it is the simplest way to show your gratitude and appreciation. If there is one thing you are able to Here at Elm give, regardless of time and Street, we take money, it is your thanks. Here at Elm Street, we the time during take the time during the the holiday holiday season to thank all who help season to thank personally make us feel at home in personally all Woodstock. Without our generous community, who help make sponsors and donors, us feel at home we would cease to exist, and the rippling effect in Woodstock. of vibrancy we create through the help of our community would dissipate. One of the biggest ways we are able to thank our community is by giving back through the engagement we strive to create. That is why we always open our doors to the public each year with a special performance of “A Christmas Carol” and the exchange of canned goods in lieu of tickets. It’s one of the small ways we, as a nonprofit, can give back and keep prevalent our mission to engage the community with relevant art experience. So, we thank you. Thank you to the guests who walk through our door to see a show. Thank you to the countless Visionaries who volunteer to make Elm Street a better place. Thank you to the generous donors and sponsors who believe in our mission enough to see it through. And, thanks to you. Even if you’ve never set foot inside Elm Street’s door, you are a part of our community and, because of you, we are able to continue to do what we do.
Registration Opens Nov 1st
ELMSTREETARTS.ORG 678.494.4251
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Jillian Melko is the community engagement coordinator at Elm Street. She holds a BFA in musical theater and is a professional actress in metro Atlanta.
Students, Parents and the Use of Social Media be aware of certain apps that children are using and review browser histories. Please stress to them the important fact You may have read my previous articles addressing the world of that every post, picture and comment made on social media social media and the importance of online safety, vulnerabilities, by your child is permanent, it is a reflection of your child as a social media sites and being a responsible person, and it can be unforgiving. digital citizen when using social media. Every word published in cyberspace I encourage you, The arrests of two Etowah High School becomes a public matter seen by thousands as parents or legal of people with just the push of a button on students in October for allegedly planning a threat to the school, and the arrest of three guardians, to have a computer or mobile device, and it is not more students on charges of disrupting always as anonymous as your child may conversations school for spreading related rumors, are a think. wake-up call. It truly takes a village to raise a child! with your children, When the lives of others are potentially in Parents, family members, our schooldanger, what a student may have thought was enable parental based communities and other community a “joke” when they posted it on social media stakeholders share in this responsibility. I controls ... is no laughing matter for law enforcement cannot stress the importance of this enough: and school administrators. When these If you hear or see something that endangers incidents occur, we conduct a thorough, comprehensive our schools or an individual, report it immediately. DO NOT investigation, which may result in criminal charges and/or POST IT ON SOCIAL MEDIA! severe school disciplinary action. I will remind you of the 2014 Georgia Court of Appeals’ decision: “Parents cannot turn a blind eye when they are aware of their child’s involvement in bullying Chief of Police Mark Kissel has served the Cherokee County or making threats using electronic media.” School District since 1999 and has more than 35 years of law I encourage you, as parents or legal guardians, to have enforcement experience. conversations with your children, enable parental controls, BY MARK KISSEL
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.
December 8 - Holiday Program
You have so much.
They have so little.
For more information on the Downtown Buzz program or to suggest a topic for consideration, please contact Mitzi at 770-592-6056 mainstreetwoodstock.org/connect/#buzz Business, individual and non-profit memberships are available
With your help, MUST makes Christmas a cherished event for your neighbors in need. Want to change a life?
e Donate at mustministries.org e Give blankets, hats, scarves, gloves, underwear socks e Contribute toys and items for teens e Volunteer
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YOUR SCHOOL NEWS Annual Smile Run Benefits Special Needs Students Knox Elementary School recently earned a $1,000 grant from the Christian Egner Foundation for entering the most participants in the organization’s annual Smile Run fundraiser. The foundation, named in memory of a Ralph Bunche Center preschooler, raises funds to benefit the preschool and other organizations supporting special needs students. The grant will benefit the school’s Special Education department. From left: media specialist Leslie Hicks; Assistant Principal Emily Spira; Mr. and Mrs. Keith Egner, who founded the Christian Egner Foundation to honor their late son; Assistant Principal Tammie Anderson; teacher Maria Hinkelmann and counselor Jenilee Curtis.
Students Give Back to Their Community and Beyond The Sequoyah High School Air Force Junior ROTC continued its traditional Thanksgiving service project, which enlists all of the schools in the Sequoyah Innovation Zone. The cadets assembled more than 300 Thanksgiving meal boxes for families, which were delivered to MUST Ministries in Canton. A turkey, pie and bread also were added, and 40 cadets volunteered to help distribute the boxes to families in need. “This is truly a community effort to feed Cherokee County’s needy families,” said Chief Master Sgt. John Futral, JROTC instructor. “While the majority of high school students are enjoying the holidays, the cadets are hard at work helping others to have a happy Thanksgiving. This is one event where the cadets are able to see the gratitude of the families and know that they are making a difference in the lives of others.”
Cadets Montana Norrell and Aaron Whittle assemble a Thanksgiving food box together.
Knox Elementary School’s Student Council and Make a Change Club members organized a Thanksgiving food drive for MUST Ministries. Left, student council members pack donations. From left: Austin LeCour, Emma Knight, Kiersten Connell, Matthew Taylor, Alee Ray and Bowen Holcomb.
For their Thanksgiving service project, Liberty Elementary School fourth-grade teachers and students collected donations and filled 500 bags with school supplies and treats for Puerto Rican students affected by Hurricane Maria. Each bag also included a handwritten note by a student. Teachers Kim Costa, Samantha Daugherty, Michele Endozo, Julia Jones, Anna Mixon, Lori Stewart and Paula Werner coordinated the project.
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Kudos & Congratulations Do you know a student, teacher, parent volunteer, school group or team who deserves a “shout out”? Please send their picture and the details to jackie@aroundaboutmagazines.com.
From left: Amelia Westmoreland, Blake Galloway, Jace Nichols and Presley Coley.
Members of the cast and crew, led by teacher and director Gerald Parker, center, celebrate their win.
Sequoyah High School’s production of “Smoke on the Mountain” was named runnerup in the 6AAAAAA one act play competition, which the school also hosted. Four students won individual honors: Amelia Westmoreland and Blake Galloway were named to the Region All Star Cast, and Jace Nichols and Presley Coley were named Region Best Supporting Actor and Actress.
The Creekview High School Army JROTC Program earned first place at the Georgia State Raider Championships. Georgia has 12 JROTC regions, each with 10 schools, and every region sent its top three teams to the competition, based on their region state qualifying competition. Creekview was the winner in its region.
From left: Kayla Murphy, Lila Jacobs, Rebekah Rogers, Eleni Giannopoulos, Lilly Savage and Abby Reiner. Front row, from left: manager Amber Walker, Natalie Sutherland, Tera Yeager, Bianca Tupman and Assistant Commander Jessica Hankin; back row: Warren Teachworth, Commander Thomas Musgrave, Aaron Freeman, Alex Godfrey, Jacob Schwarzman, Ryan Lamazares, Cole Reece, manager Bailey Hall, and team coach and JROTC instructor First Sgt. Greg Anderson. Not pictured: Audrey Rupert.
Congratulations to the Sequoyah Junior
Chiefs cross country 9/10 girls team.
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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 Cornerstone Community 4206 North Arnold Mill Rd, Woodstock 678-439-5108 www.ccchurchonline.org Crossroads Community Church 2317 Bascomb-Carmel Road, Woodstock 770-592-7007 Crossroads Primitive Baptist Church 3100 Trickum Road, Woodstock 770-710-1068 Faith Community Office: 110 Village Trail, Suite 110, Woodstock Sunday Services: 3075 Trickum 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 Harvest Baptist Church 3460 Kellogg Creek Road, Acworth www.hbcga.org Heritage Fellowship 3615 Reinhardt College Parkway, Canton 770-479-9415 www.HeritageCanton.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
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New Victoria 6659 Bells Ferry Road, Woodstock 770-926-8448, www.newvicbaptist.org Rising Hills Church 615 Mountain Road, Woodstock www.gorhc.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 Sutallee 895 Knox Bridge Highway, White 770-479-0101 www.sutalleebaptistchurch.com Toonigh 4999 Old Highway 5, Lebanon www.toonightbaptistchurch.com
CHURCH OF GOD
Bells Ferry 6718 Bells Ferry Road, Woodstock 770-592-2956 www.bellsferry.com New Life Church 154 Lakeside Drive, Canton 770-345-2660 www.newlifecanton.com Sunnyside 2510 East Cherokee Drive, Woodstock 770-693-1018 www.sunnysidecog.org Toonigh 4775 Holly Springs Parkway, Canton 770-926-3096 www.toonighcog.org
EPISCOPAL
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.ecamarietta.org Saint Clement’s 2795 Ridge Road, Canton 770-345-6722 www.stclementscanton.org
JEWISH
Chabad Jewish Center 1480 Shiloh Road, NW, Kennesaw 770-400-9255 www.jewishwestcobb.com Congregation Ner Tamid Reform Jewish Congregation 1349 Old 41 Highway NW, Suite 220, Marietta 678-264-8575 www.mynertamid.org Congregation Etz Chaim 1190 Indian Hills, Marietta 770-973-0137 www.etzchaim.net Temple Beth Tikvah 9955 Coleman Road, Roswell
770-642-0434 www.bethtikvah.com 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. Covenant South Annex Rec Center 7545 Main St., Bldg. 200, Woodstock www.cc-pca.org Faith 3655 Reinhardt College Parkway, Canton www.faithpc.us Grace Church 1160 Butterworth Road, Canton 678-493-9869, www.gracecanton.org Heritage 5323 Bells Ferry Road, Acworth 770-926-3558 , www.heritagepres.com Trinity 1136 Trinity Church Road www.trinity-presbyterian-church.org 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
UNITED METHODIST
Bascomb 2295 Bascomb-Carmel Road, Woodstock 770-926-9755 www.bascombumc.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.mtgilead-umc.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 Unity North Atlanta 4255 Sandy Plains Rd. Marietta, GA 30066 678-819-9100 www.unitynorth.org
OTHERS
Action Church 271 Marietta Road, Canton 770-345-3030 www.actionchurch.tv Antioch Christian Church 3595 Sugar Pike Road Canton, GA 30115 770-475-9628 www.antiochcanton.org Antioch Church 9876 Main St., Suite 250, Woodstock 678-494-2193 www.antiochchurch.life
Awakening 180 Parkway 575, Suite 140, Woodstock 770-924-4150 www.awakeningwoodstock.com Branches of Christ 5946 Jacobs Road, Acworth 770-917-4964 www.branchesofchrist.com BridgePointe 233 Arnold Mill Road, Suite 400, Woodstock 770-517-2977 www.bridgepointechurch.org Christian Praise Center 1358 Sixes Road, Canton 770-924-7532 www.christianpraisecenter.com 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 Dayspring 6835 Victory Drive, Acworth 770-516-5733 www.dayspring-online.com Dwelling Place Church 110 Londonderry Court #130, Woodstock www.dwellingplacemovement.org 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.com Fresh Springs Worship Center 1910 Eagle Drive, Suite 100, Woodstock 678-557-9841 www.freshspringsworship.com Fuente de Vida (Fountain of Life) 205 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock 678-880-3135 www.fdvida.org God’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 Hope Church 6576 Commerce Parkway, Woodstock www.HopeChurchAtl.com Iglesia Mana Para Siempre, Inc. Bilingual church Spanish & English 452 Milton Drive, Canton 678-880-8750 www.iglesiamanaparasiempre.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 659 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock 678-384-4919 www.MomentumChurch.tv New Covenant Bible 1095 Scott Road, Canton 770-479-6412 www.newcovenantcanton.org North Atlanta Church 6233 Old Alabama Road, Acworth 770-975-3001 www.northatlantachurch.org 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 Hill Trail, Canton 770-345-2737 www.therevolution.tv Sojourn Woodstock 8534 Main Street, Woodstock 770-769-7495 www.sojournwoodstock.com Sovereign Grace 471 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock 678-494-2100 www.sgcatlanta.org Thrive Chapel 11303 Highway 92, 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 Woodstock City Church 150 Ridgewalk Parkway, Woodstock 678-880-9092 www.woodstockcity.org 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 CANTON | December 2017
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AROUND CANTON DIRECTORY OF ADVERTISERS ACCOUNTING/FINANCIAL SERVICES
Vintage Jacks 770-224-6370
DENTAL
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Citadel Professional Services, LLC 770-952-6707
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(Cosmetic, Family, Orthodontics, Prosthodontics and Pediatric)
Jeffrey L. Jackson, CPA 678-919-1250 www.jjacksoncpa.com
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Canton Dental Town 770-627-7260 www.dentaltownsmiles.com
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Holiday Lights of Hope
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Dentistry at Hickory Flat 770-213-8166 www.HickoryFlatDentist.com
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Santa’s Hiwasee Holiday Train 423-263-7232, 423-263-7840 www.tvrail.com
ANIMALS/PETS
HOLIDAY
HOME & GARDEN
BridgeMill Animal Hospital 770-479-2200 www.bridgemillvet.com
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Cherokee County Animal Shelter www.cherokeega-animals.org
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Gentle Dental Care and Georgia Dental Implant Center Inside back 770-926-2784 www.georgiadic.com
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Park Pediatric Dentistry of Woodstock 29 770-926-9260 www.PediatricWoodstockDentist.com
ClearView Window Cleaning & Pressure Washing 41 770-926-1960 www.ClearViewAtl.com
Russell Family Dentistry 770-345-2010 www.RussellSmiles.com
Diaz Painting & Home Improvements 678-920-7880
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Frady & Hall Heating & Cooling 678-446-4927 www.FradyAir.com
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L. Bean Interiors 770-824-8386
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ATTORNEYS Nelson Elder Care Law, LLC 678-250-9355 www.NelsonElderCareLaw.com Tidwell Strimban 678-999-8500 www.tidwellstrimban.com
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AUTOMOTIVE BridgeMill Auto Care Canton location: 770-720-0765 East Cobb location: 770-641-9906 Cherokee Auto Spa 770-704-0499 www.CherokeeAutoSpa.com
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CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS MUST Ministries www.mustministries.org
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Goddard School, The (Prominence Point) 770-720-3003 www.GoddardSchool.com
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Bryan Plumbing Services 770-826-5277
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Mclellan Excavation & Landscaping 404-520-0710 www.excavationandlandscaping.com Mr. Junk 678-675-8651 www.mrjunk1.com
FITNESS Anytime Fitness Hickory Flat:770-345-4387 Holly Springs: 770-720-1831 Sixes Road: 770-720-2057 Riverstone: 678-880-1776 www.AnytimeFitness.com
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Red Oak Custom Homes & Renovations 27 678-718-5185 www.RedOakFineHomes.com Reliable Heating & Air 770-594-9969 www.ReliableAir.com
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PHYSICIANS AND MEDICAL SERVICES
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Massage Envy 770-974-0880 www.MassageEnvy.com
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Cherokee Internal Medicine 678-238-0301 www.cherokeeim.com
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Salon & Spa Venéssa 770-591-2079 www.salonvenessa.com
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Medical Assoc. of North Georgia 770-737-2770 www.medassoc.com
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CREDIT UNION LGE Community Credit Union www.LGEccu.org
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HAIR SALON, SPA & BEAUTY
CLEANING SERVICES Dynamic Clean Team 404-414-7743
Williams Orthodontics Canton: 770-345-4155 Woodstock: 770-592-5554 www.DrWilliamsOrthodontics.com EDUCATION/INSTRUCTION
BUSINESS ORGANIZATIONS Downtown Buzz 770-592-6056 www.mainstreetwoodstock.org/ connect/#buzz
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Albritton Construction 678-907-4931
North Georgia Audiology & Hearing Aid Center 13 770-726-8948 www.YourHearingLink.com Northside Hospital Cherokee www.northsidecherokee.com Northside Cherokee Orthopedics & Sports Medicine 770-517-6636 northsidecherokeeortho.com Perimeter North Family Medicine 770-395-1130 www.pnfm.com
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Plastic Surgery Center of the South 44 770-421-1242 www.plasticsurgerycenterofthesouth.net Prestige Medical Group Canton: 678-880-7021 Holly Springs: 678-494-9669 Jasper: 706-692-9768 www.prestigemedicalgroup.org
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WellStar Health System www.wellstar.org/Mayo 770-956-7827
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www.DowtownCantonGA.com RETAILERS/ SHOPPING
PHOTOGRAPHY Rebekah Gregg Photography 31 678-637-7518 www.rebekahgreggphotography.com REAL ESTATE Atlanta Communities Real Estate Brokerage 9 Tara Daigle, Realtor 404-925-6351 Magnolia Cottages by the Sea www.magnoliadreamcottage.com
Historic Downtown Canton
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Flag Company, The
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770-974-0507 www.Flagco.com River Fine Jewelry
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678-880-0400 www.RiverFineJewelry.com SENIOR LIVING/ SERVICES Arbor at BridgeMill, The
RECREATION/ENTERTAINMENT
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770-766-9323
Cherokee County Tennis Assoc. www.cherokeetennis.org
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Elm St. Cultural Arts Village 678-494-4251 www.elmstreetarts.org
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