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Volume 20, Issue 11
16 Words from the Wise
Valentine’s advice from handling inlaws to managing arguments.
18 The World of Nonprofits
New monthly features brings updates, opportunities.
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21 Smart Shopping
Consignment sales offer bargains for shoppers, second chance for clothes.
23 Historical Site
A glimpse into the past at Lebanon Methodist Church.
32 Slow Cooker Primer
Teachers share their favorite recipes for a hearty meal.
40 Changes at Elm Street
Long-time director retires, shares special memories.
49 Winter Break Camps
Options for parents seeking activities for their children.
56 A Day in the Sunshine
Pets enjoy carefree play time at Woofstock Park.
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AROUND SIXES The People, The Places and The Pleasures that make Sixes/Holly Springs What’s Open Barrel and Barley Craft Beer Market has opened at 8600 Main Street, between Outspokin Bicycles and Blue Frog Imports. www.barrelandbarley.com
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A new trailhead and bridge at Woofstock Park has opened, connecting the recreation area to the Town to Creek and Noonday Creek trails. Photographer Darleen Prem visited the park recently, where she took photos of area residents and their dogs enjoying a break in the damp and dreary winter weather. See her photos on page 56.
Falany & Hulse Women’s Center opened a new location in Woodstock at 900 Towne Lake Parkway, Suite 404. The practice offers healthcare, obstetrics and gynecological care and surgical procedures. (770) 720-8551. www.falanyandhulse.com
What’s New Brookdale Canton is an assisted living facility located at 125 Riverstone Terrace, Suite 300 in Canton. Brookdale, the former Emeritus at Riverstone, has 65 senior living apartments and 28 studio apartments in memory care. (770) 722-4774. MUST Ministries has a new portico and drive-thru for folks making food and clothing donations at the Cherokee location, 111 Brown Industrial Pkwy., Canton. A donation from Watermarke Church made this addition possible. The nonprofit is in need of donations of winter clothing and food for the pantry shelves. (770) 479-5397. www.mustministries.org
Matthew Simmons, M.D., has joined Northside Cherokee Orthopedics and Sports Medicine in Holly Springs. Dr. Simmons joins Dr. Stephanie Hsu and Dr. Travis Jones in providing full-service orthopedic medicine to patients of all ages. The practice is in the Northside-Cherokee building at 684 Sixes Rd., Suite 130. www.northsidecherokeeortho.com
What’s Coming The Butcher and Bottle Gastro Pub should be open by Valentine’s Day at 3568 Sixes Road, the site of Sixes Tavern, according to information on the website. www.thebutcherandbottle.com
What’s Closed The two-story Painted Pig restaurant in downtown Canton is closing but look for a new occupant to continue food service downstairs, and a more relaxed social gathering space upstairs with live jazz and blues music.
Congratulations Frankie Shepherd is the 40th recipient of the First Citizen of Cherokee County award, given by the Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce. Shepherd is an educator who was principal of Ralph Bunche School until she retired in 1999. Her community and professional affiliations include 100 Black Women of NW Georgia, Atlanta Tuskegee Alumni Club, Gamma Eta Society, Cherokee Retired Teachers, Georgia Association of Educators and National Education Association. She is an active member of Hickory Log Baptist Church.
Teacher Recruitment Fair Set for March 7
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The Cherokee County School District will hold a Teacher Recruitment Fair from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. March 7 at Woodstock High School, 2010 Towne Lake Hills South Drive, in preparation for hiring needs for the 2015-16 school year. The fair is designed for teacher candidates graduating from educator preparation programs as well as experienced educators who currently hold a professional certificate in Georgia or another state. Candidates will have the opportunity to meet with school principals and other representatives. Applications available at http://portal.cherokee.k12.ga.us/employment/pages/ employment%20opportunities.aspx
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The Sixes Living 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 serves on the boards of the Cherokee County Arts Center, the Canton Main Street Program, Canton Tourism, Inc., and chairs the Canton Planning Commission. 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 TopiCLICK, 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 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 has lived in Woodstock with her son and daughter for the past 17 years. 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. 6
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YOUR LOCAL NEWS Children’s Park to Open Children’s Park of Georgia officials are planning on a midFebruary closing on the purchase of 4.5 acres at the corner of GA 20 and Butterworth Road, near the entrance to Rivergreen subdivision. The Children’s Park of Georgia, which is under the umbrella of the Remember Georgia’s Children Foundation, was founded by Christy Cox Zeigler in 2005 in memory of her daughter, Alexis Cox Zeigler, who passed away 17 hours after birth. The park, which should open in 2016, will offer a place for natural play and quiet meditation along with opportunities to engrave children’s names along the sidewalks and monuments. It will also serve as a place where children will love to visit, play, explore and discover. For updates, visit www. childrensparkofgeorgia.com.
A Poster Child for CPR/AED Training Judy Cox has gotten a lot of attention recently for saving Steve Walker’s life last summer. A few weeks ago, the BridgeMill Athletic Club trainer was given the national Certificate of Merit by the American Red Cross for her heroic efforts in resuscitating the Georgia State Patrol trooper, who collapsed while running on the treadmill in the BridgeMill club. Since she received the award, she’s been featured on the ABC, CBS and NBC Atlanta television news affiliates and the subject of a few newspaper articles. While those stories touted her heroism, she said the most important message is to become trained in using cardio pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and an automated external defibrillator (AED). “I feel blessed to be part of somebody getting a second chance, and I wouldn’t have been able to make a difference without that training,” said Cox. “It only takes a few hours out of your day to be properly trained.” The defibrilator was especially important to this rescue operation, as the 5’5”, 130-pound personal trainer attempted to work on Walker, who she estimates is 6’5” and around 300 pounds. Since that event, Cox said that other BridgeMill locations have been equipped with AED devices. “When I saw Steve, I went to my knees and checked for a pulse, but I knew I wouldn’t get one. He was that blue,” she said. She started CPR but decided to use the defibrilator. After shocking him once, she continued CPR until the medics arrived. “I was doing chest compressions and breathing, but the defibrilator saved his life. It’s easy to use - you just have to remember to turn it on. It guides you through each step.” Cherokee County offers CPR/AED/Fist Aid Classes March 5, April 10 and May 15 at the county’s administrative offices at 1130 Bluffs Parkway. For info, call (770) 721-7809 or visit www. cherokeecountyfire.com. Other resources to check include the www.redcross.com/ga/atlanta, www.andthebeatgoesoncpr.com and www.chattahoocheetech.edu.
Meg Rogers Wins Unity Award The 2015 Martin Luther King Jr. Unity Award was presented to Meg Rogers, executive director of the Cherokee Family Violence Center in Canton, during the annual MLK Unity Breakfast last month. Meg began as a volunteer at the center in 1993 and was named executive director in 1995. Under her leadership, the center was expanded with the creation of the Multi-Cultural Program and the implementation of the only 24-hour Spanish language crisis hotline in Georgia. The center also partnered with NuRock Development Corporation to build a $6.8 million, 72-unit transitional housing apartment complex known as Hearthstone Meg Rogers Landing that houses domestic violence victims and their children. In 2011, the Cherokee Family Violence Center became the only domestic violence program in Georgia to receive accreditation by the United States Board of Immigration and Appeals to be able to directly assist immigrant victims of domestic violence with immigration appeals and protections. And, in 2014, an extensive Positive Parenting Program titled “Triple P” was created to provide a comprehensive approach to addressing parenting skills. Additionally, Meg spearheaded an effort to expand the Cherokee Family Violence Center into the Full Frame Initiative’s Domestic and Sexual Violence Cohort Demonstration Project. This project is a multi-year endeavor bringing together 10 exemplary domestic violence organizations and allies from across the country as a learning and action community to help survivors facing complex challenges. “My role models and inspiration come from the women and men who I have worked with who had the courage to believe that there could be a world that was safe, just and free from violence and that all lives mattered,” Meg said. 8
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Canton Arts Festival Seeks Participants The popular Artist’s Market will be the centerpiece of Canton Festival of the Arts for 2015. Held in Canton’s historic downtown, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. May 16-17, the annual event will offer visitors the rare opportunity to savor the works of some of the most talented artists and craftspeople from across the South and beyond. In the past years, the Artist’s Market has included exhibitors whose fine art mediums include oil, watercolor, fine blown glass, elegant and whimsical jewelry, decorative and functional pottery, sculpture and hand turned wood, among others. For more info, call (770) 704-6244, email cantonfestivalofthearts@ gmail.com or visit http:// cherokeearts.squarespace.com/ festival.
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YOUR LOCAL NEWS Service League Applications Due
Accepting the grants are, front row, from left: Sonya Breaux and Mary Minicucci from Woodstock Elementary School, Sherrie Poirrier from Living Bread Ministries, Inc., Deidre Hollands from The Children’s Haven, Inc., Wendy Graham from House of Hope, Debra Murdoch from Cherokee High School CHOICE Program and Delane Stevens from the Service League of Cherokee County. Back row, from left: Chris Jackson, Jessica Ruiz and William Penniman from Woodstock Elementary School, Sharon McClurd from Living Bread Ministries, Inc., Zach Blend from Goshen Valley Foundation and Banks Brazell from Bethesda Community Clinic, Inc.
Farm Bureau Finalist for State Award Cherokee County Farm Bureau (CCFB) was recognized as one of the top county Farm Bureau programs in the state during the organization’s recent 77th annual convention. The county chapter was named a finalist for the prestigious Georgia Farm Bureau President Zippy Duvall McKemie Award - the (right) congratulates William Grizzle on the highest honor that a county’s honor. county Farm Bureau in the state can receive - in recognition of the activities it sponsored during the past year to promote agriculture. CCFB was one of nine county Farm Bureaus to be recognized as a finalist in the more than 2,180-member category. William Grizzle is the CCFB president. Georgia Farm Bureau, the state’s largest general farm organization, was founded in 1937. The organization has 158 county offices. Its volunteer members actively participate in local, district and state activities that promote agriculture awareness to their non-farming neighbors. GFB also has 20 agricultural commodity advisory committees that give the organization input on issues pertinent to the major crops and livestock grown in Georgia. 10
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The deadline for membership application to the Service League of Cherokee County is Feb. 10. Members support children in need in our county with money raised through various events throughout the year. The application can be found at www. serviceleague.net. Thanks to a successful Riverfest event last year, and several other profitable fundraisers, the Service League was able to increase the amount given to local charities by $20,000. Initially the group committed to giving $30,000 to the Community Impact Grant Program, but upped the total to $50,000. Grant recipients are Bethesda Community Clinic, Inc., Cherokee High School CHOICE Program, Cherokee Thanksgiving Ministry, The Children’s Haven, Inc., Goshen Valley Foundation, House of Hope, Living Bread Ministries, Inc. and Woodstock Elementary School. Established in 1935, the Service League of Cherokee County is a volunteer group of 100 women who work year-round, collectively volunteering more than 10,000 hours per year to raise funds for local needy children. www.serviceleague.net.
Honoring Vietnam Vets Vietnam Veteran Recognition Day will be observed at 11 a.m. March 7 at the Georgia National Cemetery at 1080 Scott Hudgens Drive in Canton, at the Ceremonial Wall assembly area. This event will give recognition to the veterans for their service and sacrifice for our nation. Vietnam vets are invited to attend.
Naval Reserve Officer Honored Lt. Cmdr. Arti Lamba of Woodstock received the Navy Achievement Medal on Jan. 11 at the Navy Operational Support Center Atlanta for outstanding performance in the Navy Reserve. Lamba serves as the assistant officer in charge of the Navy Reserve medical clinic at Dobbins Air Reserve Base in Marietta. She was recognized for her diligence in the clinic’s recent relocation from mobile Lt. Cmdr. Arti Lamba offices to a newly renovated and upgraded medical facility. Lamba, who works as a dentist in her civilian life, was commissioned in 2009 in the Navy Reserve. A native of Houston, Lamba moved in 2009 to Woodstock, where she lives with her husband and two children.
WE SUPPORT LOCAL SCHOOLS, ORGANIZATIONS AND VENUES. BECAUSE CHEROKEE IS OUR HOME,TOO. Northside Hospital-Cherokee offers more than the latest medical treatments. Since becoming part of Cherokee County in 1997, we’ve been a devoted member of the community. We contribute to Partners in Education in Cherokee County schools and our physicians and staff have donated more than 10,000 hours of volunteer work to local organizations. In all, we’ve invested millions in local community centers, academic institutions and charity organizations in Cherokee County. We will continue to invest and support Cherokee. Because it’s our home.
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Happy Birthday!
Kylie Madison Roe Age 11 on Jan. 26 Happy Birthday to an amazing girl! We love you! Mom, Dad, Presley and Finley
Jason Lawson Look who’s turning 40! Wishing you a fabulous celebration with love from your family, Gerald, Nancy, Daron, Jayden, Morgan and Macy.
Nick Huggins Happy 23rd birthday to my handsome and amazing son. We love you and are so proud of you!! Love and support always, Mom, Dad and Amaris
Sabrina Sthay Age 15 on Feb. 20 We are so proud of you and love you very much! Happy Birthday sweetheart. Mom and Bergie
Caroline Jane Tietz Age 3 on Feb. 23rd We love you Caroline! Happy Birthday Love, Mom and Dad
Abigail Dru Brandt Age 3 on Feb. 6 Happy birthday baby sister! Love, Mom, Dad and big sister Hannah
Robert Hinkelmann Happy birthday on Feb. 22 Happiest birthday wishes to the best Dad and husband in the world!! Love, Camden, Alden and Maureen
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Residents of The Lodge at BridgeMill who are celebrating February birthdays are, back row from left: Meta Town, Marlys Peterson, Joseph Kapshandy and Dorothy Norris. Front row from left: Emma Dreese, Betty Hickcox and Marilyn Eubanks. Not pictured are Raymond Duane, Deanna Lundquist, Betty Hastings, Vicki Wenzel, Mary Ruth Reagan and Jerry Johnson.
Spillane Orthodontics Offers New Technology Combined With Years of Experience Dr. Kevin Spillane has been treating orthodontic patients for the last 25 years from his office in Woodstock. He has a successful practice where he has helped thousands of children and adults. While it may be easy for Dr. Spillane to relax a bit and rest on his laurels, that’s not what he’s doing. In fact, since attending a conference nine months ago, he has been on a mission to utilize a new 3-D technology that can have a positive impact on more than a patient’s smile. He believes in the life-changing possibilities so much that he has invested in an iCat 3-D scanner From left: Becky Davis, Sheila Oliver, Diane Pulley, Robin Mende and Doreen Dorr. In front: Dr. Kevin Spillane and daughter Rachel Spillane. to enhance his diagnostic ability. Dr. Spillane’s patients come to him for help in straightening their teeth with traditional braces or Invisalign®, a bracketfree treatment. He has learned over the years that there are SPILLANE ORTHODONTICS underlying causes of crooked teeth, and using the iCat scanner 335 Parkway 575, Suite 200 Woodstock 30188 will help him discover these problems and offer treatment that (770) 928-4747 will ensure a more successful long-term result. Hours:1-7 p.m. Mon. & Wed.,7 a.m.-2 p.m. Tues. & Thurs.
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The iCat scanner creates three-dimensional images of the patient’s head, giving an in-depth view of the teeth and their roots, airways and sinus passages. Dr. Spillane is convinced that treatment with the help of 3-D imagery is essential not only for his orthodontic practice but the broader field of dentistry. His interest in sharing this knowledge with other dental professionals in the area led him to open Advanced Dental Imaging, which is located right across the hall from his orthodontic practice. Dr. Spillane is able to accurately measure airways three-dimensionally, and can detect deviated septums, enlarged turbinates in the nasal passages, and other issues that may contribute to airway obstructions. Breathing problems caused by airway obstructions can be found at the root of most orthodontic problems. In fact, studies have shown a link between breathing issues and children diagnosed with ADD and ADHD. “If a patient has a poor airway, carefully planned orthodontic treatment will maximize their airway. With
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the iCat scan, we are able to better visualize the problems and design a treatment plan that will give health benefits in addition to a beautiful smile,” said Dr. Spillane. The difference in treatment with the 3-D imagery versus treatment without it is described by Dr. Spillane as, “I was blind but now I can see. It hasn’t been around that long but the impact of 3-D versus 2-D is incredibly powerful.”
Advantages of Invisalign®
Another fairly new treatment that’s growing in popularity is Invisalign®, a more aesthetically pleasing alternative to traditional metal brackets. After a thorough initial exam and consultation, the patient receives a series of removable aligners, each labeled with information on when and how long to wear each one to gradually straighten teeth. It’s a great, flexible option for patients who can’t make frequent office visits. Dr. Spillane is excited about the future of orthodontics with the advantages of the latest technology. While so much has changed in his field, his love for the community he serves is just as strong as ever. “At the time of opening my practice, Woodstock was a new and vibrant community close to where I lived. It was the perfect environment for me to begin my practice. I still believe that today. It continues to grow as a lively, friendly, family-oriented community.” Dr. Spillane is an accredited orthodontist, certified in Invisalign®, trained in i-Cat Imaging Systems and is a member of the American Association of Orthodontists. Convenient office hours make it easy for students and working adults to find an appointment time. Contact Dr. Spillane for more information about orthodontic treatment and iCat imaging at (770) 928-4747. SIXES LIVING | February 2015
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A Bill that Celebrates Greater Freedom BY SCOT TURNER
At midnight on New Year’s Eve, my wife Kelly and I walked into our backyard and scanned the horizon. Fireworks lit up the sky all around us as our neighbors throughout Cherokee County welcomed 2015 and bid farewell to 2014. With each colorful explosion and accompanying boom, I joked to Kelly that there went a couple of dollars in sales tax money that was collected in Scot Turner, an IT professional, lives in Alabama or Tennessee. After the Sixes community awhile, she stopped thinking I was with his wife and two children and funny. The displays that Kelly and is the State House I enjoyed from our backyard were Representative for District 21. You can made possible by a class of fireworks reach him on his cell phone at (678) that are actually illegal in Georgia, 576-2644 or follow but can be legally purchased in him on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ Tennessee, Alabama, Florida and turnerforhouse. South Carolina. It has become a tradition for many Georgia residents to travel to one of our neighboring states to purchase these firework displays and bring them back to safely enjoy at home. In recent years, it has become apparent that the fireworks law on the books in Georgia simply isn’t being enforced. This is problematic for a couple of reasons. For one, it is an affront to all laws when there is a law on the books that is not being enforced and therefore it draws the validity of other laws into question. Secondly, as Georgia residents travel out of state to acquire these fireworks, they are exporting dollars out of our local economy. And since it is not being enforced, we do not
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gain the benefit of what was originally intended by the law: heightened public safety. So this year I have introduced HB 14, known as the American Heritage Celebration Act, which would legalize fireworks for sale similar to what we see in neighboring states. The act has a pair of changes to current law. First, it makes it possible for a face-to-face transaction with any customer 18 years or older with valid identification. This requirement should keep fireworks out of the hands of youngsters who may otherwise find themselves in a mischievous situation. And secondly, it allows local governments to create their own restrictive ordinances regarding their use. I added this part to the bill specifically because I imagine a city might want to prevent someone from launching a display from his or her 14th floor condominium balcony. Fireworks safety has come a long way since the time they were originally made illegal in Georgia. A 2012 study performed indicated that fireworks-related injuries to children between ages 5 and 18 were fewer when compared head to head to other summer activities, such as swimming, biking or skateboarding. Even fishing had more injuries to children than fireworks. And every year the consumption of fireworks continued to increase in our country while the number of injuries fell between the years 2000 to 2012. The American Heritage Celebration Act will strengthen our local economy and create jobs here in Georgia related to the sale and distribution of fireworks. Our tax dollars will stay in our state so that we all may benefit. But most importantly, we will increase individual liberty and freedom within our state, and that, to me, is the biggest prize.
Fireworks lit up the sky all around us as our neighbors throughout Cherokee County welcomed 2015 and bid farewell to 2014.
Senior Sense: Friendship BY DELIA HALVERSON
As I considered the month of February and Valentine’s Day, my thoughts went beyond wine and roses. Actually, my husband sent me a bouquet of yellow roses on the Valentine’s Day before our wedding. It was a real surprise, and I loved them! But, especially for seniors, there can be a deeper understanding of Valentine’s Day and a focus on friendship. Many seniors move to be closer to their children and this can create the Delia has written more than 25 books, need to make new friends. With my many leads workshops and moves, I’ve often met someone who felt has trained teams in the Congo and compelled to tell me unpleasant things Mozambique. She and about another person I was about to her husband have lived in eight states, but now meet. I believe that each person brings reside in Woodstock, his or her own unique personality to a and have a daughter, son, daughter-in-law friendship or relationship. We see people and four grandchildren through the lens of our own environment living in Cherokee County. and background. Something unpleasant to one person may not be for another. In fact, I usually find myself going in the opposite direction. Once I’ve been told how terrible a person is, I make a determined effort to find something good.
I once read a definition that divided friendship into three distinct categories: intimate, close and casual. Intimate friends are few and far between. There may be only two or three friends in your lifetime who you could actually call intimate. Or your personality may never allow intimate friends. The more intimate the friend, the less necessity there is for talking. A common feeling and understanding flows between them, with no need to express it. Intimate friends can reveal things to each other that would kill any other type of friendship. Close friends are more prevalent, and the relationship offers great rewards. Close friends enjoy many things in common. They thrive on the give and take of conversations over mutual interests. They share their excitement and joys as well as their sorrows. A close friend may develop into an intimate friend, given the right environment. Casual friends are many. They develop in neighborhood locations, over a card table, on cruises, as business associates, or through other friends. They are the wildflower garden of life. Growth depends on the location and climate. The next time someone tries to fill you in on someone you have yet to meet, turn a deaf ear. Know that you may see the person with different eyes. Then seek out your own sparks of like interest. Enjoy a new friend for what you have in common. There may be more to enjoy than you thought.
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Tips for Living Happily Ever After
In light of Valentine’s Day, we’ve asked some of your neighbors who’ve been married for a long time to share their secrets for a happy relationship
William Thomas Dotson, 84 Elizabeth Eugenia Dotson, 84
Betty Chester, 87 Bob Chester, 87
Married 67 years. Two children, four grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Advice for newlyweds: Never go to bed angry. Settle the issues. Secret to a happy marriage: Bob: I always say “yes!” Betty: I encourage him to say “yes!” Advice for handling in-laws: With total respect. Treat them as you would your own mother and father. Proposal story: Bob: I returned from the Pacific aboard a U.S. Navy destroyer and proposed to Betty on Valentine’s Day in 1946. What’s your most memorable Valentine’s celebration? A week at Sam Lord’s Castle on Barbados in 1992. What is the most romantic thing your wife has done for you? Bob: Betty agreeing to be married to me for 67 years.
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Married 61 years. Four children, nine grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Advice for newlyweds: Share daily all of your thoughts and dreams. Keep no secrets from each other. Secret to a happy marriage: Love and respect for each other. Advice for handling in-laws: Remain respectful to them always, but never take their advice too seriously. Proposal story: “My ship will be deploying soon; will you please marry me before I go?” To resolve an argument: At first, see a common ground – a point on which you both already agree. From that point it is much easier to work out a reasonable solution to any problem. What’s your most memorable Valentine’s celebration? There was a year in the 1960s when my ship made it home from a six-month deployment in time for us to be together for celebrating our wedding anniversary and Valentine’s day at the same time! What is the most romantic thing your wife has done for you? She always announces her love and respect for me to her family and friends.
Robert Gallagher, 88
Married 62 years. Two children, one granddaughter. Advice for newlyweds: Be truthful to one another. Secret to a happy marriage: Be truthful, never lie to each other. Be patient and kind to one another. Advice for handling in-laws: With love. To resolve an argument: Be patient and use calm discussion. What’s your most memorable Valentine’s celebration? All 65 of them. What is the most romantic thing your wife has done for you? Always being there for one another. Waiting for Jacquie to finish nursing school. She couldn’t marry for three years.
Arlene Miller, 84 Ray Miller, 87
Married 66 years. Two sons, three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Advice for newlyweds: Be nice to one another and talk over differences. Secret to a happy marriage: You have to work at it. Advice for handling in-laws: Be good to them even if you don’t like them. Proposal story: Went on drive, Ray stopped under a tree by the road and gave my ring and ask me if I would like to marry him. What is the most romantic thing your husband has done for you? When he asked me to be his wife.
Tom Roote, 80 Lorraine Roote, 73
Married 54 years. Two children, four grandchildren. Advice for newlyweds: Build your married lives upon the foundation of commitment and obedience to God. Secret to a happy marriage: Keeping the husband well fed with his favorite foods! How to resolve an argument: Lorraine: After I pout for a while, we both say we’re sorry and usually agree that I am right! Proposal story: He said, “There’s something for you in the glove compartment.” I opened the glove compartment and found a small jewelry store box, opened and found a gorgeous engagement ring. He asked if it fit. It did and it has for 56 years. What’s your most memorable Valentine’s celebration? When he sent me a dozen long-stemmed red roses. At the time, such a gift was quite an extravagance. What is the most romantic thing your husband has done for you? Because I am a lover of cats, this incident was extremely touching and romantic. We had recently lost our cat, so I was missing him. One afternoon my husband came home from a car repair shop with a beautiful young cat. My sister who had been with him at the shop insists even to this day that Tom told the men at the shop that his wife needed the cat and took it away from them! His story and I believe the truth, is that the cat was a stray and they were glad to part with him.
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Helping Hands
Our community has many nonprofits that work hard to help folks in need. Each month Sixes Living will run an update to share news of activities and events. We’re hoping our readers will find plenty of opportunities to volunteer to help others, or use this information as a resource to reach out for assistance.
CASA Cherokee - www.casacherokee.org
SERV International’s Steve Kasha (left), Jim Mroczko and Jim Vinyard with boxes that include 50,000 meals that were taken to Kenya in October 2014. More than 500 local families received groceries in 2014, and SERV officials are planning to expand the local outreach program.
SERV International - www.servintl.org.
The 2014 year-end update showed progress that ministry officials call “one of the busiest and most productive years we’ve had.” Highlights reflect efforts to help the House of Hope orphanage in Kenya, support for a missionary family and church building efforts in the Dominican Republic. The mission of SERV is to provide food, water and shelter to people in need around the world. House of Hope Monthly support is provided for 90 percent of the 40 children who live at the orphanage. A new 10,000-liter water storage tank was added, as well as a new kitchen and dining hall. Maintained three greenhouses, and provided education on site and away for the children. Provided more than one million meals to the people of Kenya, and more than 200 million gallons of clean water by distributing 200 water filtration kits
The final tally of 2014 activities ranges from the SuperHero run fundraiser to local residents volunteering as advocates for children or providing leadership as a board member. Here’s a rundown for the year. Because of your support •30 new advocates were trained. •93 active child advocates were professionally supported and supervised. These child advocates •Provided individual attention and advocacy for 265 children. •Donated 5,353 hours and traveled 58,101 miles in their advocacy for the children they served. •Spoke up for the best interest of these children at 563 court hearings. Resulting in Safe, Permanent Homes for Kids •41 children were reunited with a safer, strengthened family. •17 children were adopted into a new forever family. •16 children found a permanent home through guardianship with a relative. Highlights of 2014 •One of the advocates was recognized as the National Advocate of the Year by the National CASA Association. •CASA became a program of The Children’s Haven and now has a permanent facility from which to work.
Serenade Heights - www.serenadeheights.org
Free workshops are available for single mothers and their children in Cherokee County. Participants get a free dinner (6-6:30 p.m.) and childcare while moms participate in the workshop. Workshops are 6-7:30 p.m. at New Victoria Baptist Church, 6659 Bells Ferry Road, Woodstock. The Feb. 12 topic is Ask the Attorney. NeatSmart is the Feb. 26 topic
Dominican Republic Funding provided for a new church, 200,000 meals for D.R. residents, and a missionary family of four who moved from Cherokee County to serve in the D.R.
TurnAround Ministries - www.turnaroundkids.com
TurnAround Ministries received a $1,000 donation from the Towne Lake Optimist Club to purchase a mobile cafeteria table for the children’s home. TurnAround is a non-profit organization that provides a home for children whose families are in crisis by offering a family environment of nurturing relationships through a holistic approach addressing the children’s spiritual, physical, nutritional, academic and psychological health, utilizing groups and independent counseling, spiritual and devotional instruction, classroom and hands-on education, outreach and exit strategy 18
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TurnAround Ministries representative Cheryl Anderson, front row on the right, accepts a check for $1,000 from club members Charlice Byrd, front left, and back row from left, Scott Adams, Matt Halloran and Marvin Glanzer.
EVERYDAY Identifying people in need in our community. With the holidays behind Everyday Angels is a 501(c)3 us, we are left nonprofit serving Cherokee with clothes tighter, County since 2000. If you would wallets lighter and like to make a tax deductible donation, please visit www. bills higher. As we everydayangels.info to donate catch our breath and via Paypal or send your sigh with relief that donations to: Everyday Angels, the hustle and bustle PMB 380, 1025 Rose Creek is behind us, it is Drive, Suite 620, Woodstock GA, 30189. One hundred percent important to recognize of your funds will go to the and reflect upon all family you specify. Also, if you that was accomplished. know of a special need within your Focusing less upon community that you would like to what was received and share, please send an e-mail to aaeverydayangels@gmail.com for more about what was consideration and qualification. given: the true spirit of Christmas. So, instead of featuring one single community need this month, we feel it is important to share some of the wonderful things that your donations have allowed us to do throughout the past holiday months. While we always send 100 percent of a reader’s designated donations to whom they specify, we are thankful, too, for the funds received for Everyday Angels to use as needed. Our readers blessed us at the end of the year with funding that allowed us to help folks we otherwise would have had to turn away. December is typically the busiest month for nonprofits. Stress and despair is common for the folks who struggle to survive between paychecks, because they have the additional expenses of Christmas, higher utility bills from colder temperatures, and the costs of childcare and food for their children during an extended school break. While nonprofits assist many people throughout the county, there are some who fall through the cracks for various reasons. When Everyday Angels received last-minute desperate calls from school counselors during the days before students were released for
break, we were able to put our “as needed” funds to work by providing grocery cards to make sure families had food for their children. We also paid utility bills for several families to avoid cancellation of water and heat services. During January’s bitter cold snap, your funding allowed us to fill propane tanks for several senior citizens so they had heat to keep them warm. Your support has greatly blessed many. We also send a shout of thanks to the fine folks of Dunkin Brands, Inc., who reached out to us in search of qualified families that they could help with Christmas gifts. We had just left a meeting with school counselors who had shared with us the needs of several students and asked if we could help. Miraculously, there was an email from Dunkin Brands waiting on us when we returned offering to help. Each Dunkin Brands employee spent their own time and money to purchase items from wish lists. While delivering the gifts purchased, the tears of happiness and relief were a sweet reminder of why we do what we do during the most hectic season of the year. So many people go above and beyond for others, especially during the holiday season. May we continue throughout 2015 to be selfless in all things at all times.
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Put Best Foot Forward on Social Media Sites BY BETH RAY
Have you ever thought about your business image as it relates to your social media sites? If you have accounts on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram or other outlets, people are checking you out. Your potential employer could be one of them. It’s not uncommon for human resource professionals to investigate what someone is “really like” by scouring social media. Ask yourself, Beth Ray serves as Program Director for “Would I hire someone like me if I saw Employment Services my social media posts?” at Must Ministries. She holds a BS in Are you prone to too many selfies? Marketing from Mercer If so, that could give an employer the University and an MBA from Kennesaw State impression you’re self-centered. Or University. maybe you’ve used some inappropriate language that could be cause for an employer’s concern? Do any of your pictures show you in a compromising situation? What about something you shared? Be sure to thoroughly read anything that you link to or share. A school teacher was terminated because of pictures she posted of herself on spring break. School district representatives felt the pictures reflected badly on the school district. You may think it’s none of the employer’s business,
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but it’s being proven more and more that employers want someone with good decision-making behavior to represent their company. Both work and non-work activities reflect upon your overall character. Have you checked your timeline to see the picture it paints? If you are not proud of anything on your social media sites, it’s easy to delete inappropriate or questionable photos, remarks and damaging language. Don’t forget to check privacy settings and be careful who you follow. You may want to turn off sites that track where you go- does everyone really need to know what package store you visited, that you went to the spa on your sick day, or other incriminating information? Pretend you are the employer and review your own posts. Better yet, ask someone whose opinion you respect to provide a critical eye. Next, take action to put your best foot forward and remove questionable material to make sure that anyone who looks at your social media sites will get the best impression of you.
It’s not uncommon for human resource professionals to investigate what someone is “really like” by scouring social media.
CONSIGNMENT SALE GUIDE Step into your most comfortable shoes, fill up your gas tank and head out into Cherokee and neighboring counties with this guide to help you find bargains in gently-used children’s clothes and toys.
March 6-7
Feb. 20-21
March 7
Born Again Blessings Times: 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m.-noon Saturday Location: Riverstone Church (typically held at the Cobb Civic Center, which is being renovated), 2005 Stilesboro Rd. NW, Marietta. Info: www.bornagainblessings.com
Feb. 22-28
Pass It On Times: 9 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday. Location: Acworth United Methodist Church, 4340 Collins Cir. Info: www.acworthumc.org/passiton Tots to Tweens Times: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Location: Sandy Plains Baptist Church, 2825 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta. Info: www.nowamom.org
Rhea Lana’s of North Atlanta Times: noon-7 p.m. Sunday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday-Wednesday and Friday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Thursday and 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday. Location: 1181 Hammond Dr. NE, Atlanta Info: www.northatlanta.rhealana.com
Feb. 26-28
Cumming First UMC Times: 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m., 5-8 p.m. Thursday, 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Friday, 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday. Location: Cumming First UMC, 770 Canton Hwy. Info: http://cfumcga.com/kids-consignment-sale
Feb. 27-28
Green With Envy Times: 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday. Location: Lakewood 400 Antiques Market (15,000-square-foot location), 1321 Atlanta Hwy. (Hwy. 9), Cumming. Info: www.greenwithenvykids.com
March 4-7
Little Saints Times: 5-8 p.m. Wednesday ($5), 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Thursday-Friday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday. Location: St. Teresa’s Episcopal Church, 5725 Fords Road NW, Acworth. Info: Little Saints Consignment on Facebook.
March 5-7
All 4 Kids Cobb County Fairgrounds Times: 9:30 a.m.-8 p.m. Thursday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday. Location: Cobb County fairgrounds, Jim Miller Park buidlings A, B and the Equestrian Center. Info: http://all4kids.com
March 6-7
The Blessing Line Times: 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m.-noon Saturday Location: First Baptist Church Woodstock, 11905 Highway 92. Info: www.blessingline.com Canton First Baptist Kids Sale Times: 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday Location: Canton First Baptist Church, 1 Mission Point. Info: www.fbckidssale.com Wildwood Kidz-Sense Times: 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday Location: Wildwood Baptist Church, 4801 Wade Green Road, Acworth Info: www.kidzsense.org Roswell UMC Times: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Friday, 8 a.m.-noon Saturday Location: Roswell UMC, 814 Mimosa Blvd. Info: www.roswellumc.org/rumck CCC MOPS Times: 9:30 a.m.-7 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday Location: Cumberland Community Church, 3110 Sports Ave., Smyrna Info: www.cccmopssale.com
The sale at Hillside United Methodist Church in Woodstock begins March 13.
March 12-14
All 4 Kids Woodstock Times: 9:30 a.m.-8 p.m. Thursday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday. Location: 299 Molly Lane, Woodstock. Info: http://all4kids.com Due West Treasure Chest Times: 9:30 a.m.-7 p.m. Thursday, 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Friday, 8 a.m.-noon Saturday. Location: 3965 Due West Rd., Marietta. Info: www.duewest.org Angel’s Attic Times: 4-8 pm. Thursday (volunteers and sellers only), 8 a.m.-1 p.m. and 5-8 p.m. Friday, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday. Location: John’s Creek UMC, 11180 Medlock Bridge Road. Info: www.johnscreekumc.org
March 13-14
Hillside UMC Times: Thursday shopping for vendors, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday Location: 4474 Towne Lake Pkwy., Woodstock Info: www.womenofhillside.com Clothing Kids for the Kingdom Hours: 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Friday, 8 a.m.-noon Saturday Location: Summit Baptist Church, 4310 Moon Station Lane, Acworth Info: www.summitchurch.org Lil’ Blessings Times: 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday. Location: Kennesaw First Baptist Church, 2958 North Main St. Info: lilblessings@kfbc.org
March 20-21
Canton FUMC Times: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m.-noon Saturday Location: Canton First United Methodist Church, 930 Lower Scott Mill Rd. Info: (770) 479-2502 All 4 Kids East Cobb/Marietta Times: 9:30 a.m.-8 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday Location: Mt. Paran North Church of God, 1700 Allgood Road, Marietta Info: http://all4kids.com SIXES LIVING | February 2015 21
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#ForCanton BY MEGHAN GRIFFIN
There are so many people working in our community to improve the lives of others. People who work with hurt or abused children, with the homeless, with the drug and alcohol addicted, they are tireless in their efforts to build a better world. One such organization is Action Church here in the heart of Canton. I know that I’ve talked about Action Church before, but its campaign Meghan Griffin is #ForCanton is so special, I wanted to Canton’s Main Street share it with you. Director. She was raised in a military Church members recently completed family and grew up all a campaign called Give Canton the over the United States, mostly in Kodiak, Bird, which provided Thanksgiving Alaska. She has meals to more than 300 families. They happily called Canton home for more than also run the city’s only warming shelter 10 years. and they regularly provide meals and clothes to people in need. The #ForCanton campaign is simple: if you are a person, they are FOR YOU. It doesn’t matter what issue you’re going through, what hurt you’re experiencing. Action Church wants you to know it is there for you. Over the past three years, Action Church has:
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•Housed more than 200 people at night when the temperatures dropped below freezing. •Given away over 25 tons of food. •Given away over 10,000 articles of clothing. •Served a hot meal to more than 3,500 people. •Operated over the past two winters as the only warming shelter in Canton, allowing the homeless in our community to have a hot meal and warm place to sleep. The church has plans to keep growing. Soon it will expand into a former grocery store next door to the current facility. If you want to learn more about how Action Church members help our neighbors with meals, blankets, coats, shoes, beds and chairs, call (770) 345-3030 or visit www.forcanton.actionchurch. tv. Let’s be #ForCanton together. This is the last column I’ll be writing as Main Street director for the city of Canton. It has been a wonderful couple of years serving as the director. We have accomplished so much for downtown, including spearheading the effort to get a growler store approved, building a bigger and better First Friday series, and completing Fincher Adkins Park. I am so proud of my continued on page 60
The Little White Church on the Hill BY SUSAN SCHULZ
The history of graveyards and old churches reveals fascinating stories. Lebanon Methodist Church and Cemetery at Sixes Road and I-575 is no exception. Lamar Johnson was the caretaker of the cemetery from 1960 to 2014. Lamar’s grandfather, W. J. Johnson (1860-1913), owned a local sawmill. He donated all of the wood to build the church and carried it to the site on a muledrawn wagon. The exact date of construction is not known because a fire in the Cherokee County Courthouse destroyed many records, but the early 1900s is the best estimate. Inside and out the church remains the same today as it was more than 100 years ago. The church remained operational until a few years ago, even without plumbing. Lamar shared the stories of this historic site, the resting place of many veterans, including four Confederate soldiers. One story captured my imagination the most: the story of Aunt Minnie, the freed slave. A snippet of Aunt Minnie’s life was told by Miss Annie Childers, Lamar Johnson’s aunt and Pam Cavender’s grandmother (Pam is Lamar’s cousin and vice president of the Lebanon Methodist Cemetery Association). Miss Annie told her family how everyone in town loved Aunt Minnie. She chose to stay in the Bascomb community after being
granted her freedom. Aunt Minnie had no known family and remained in Cherokee until her death. The people of Lebanon Methodist built her a pine coffin and carried Aunt Minnie from her home in Bascomb all the way to the church cemetery to be buried. Aunt Minnie’s birth date and date of death are unknown, but she must have been a young woman during the Civil War, and it is believed that she died around 1907. A desire to honor Aunt Minnie in a special way grew in Lamar Johnson’s heart. In 2004 he went to work to do just that. He told Norman Sosebee of Sosebee Funeral Home in Canton about the project and he later donated an engraved, granite headstone. Lamar and Pam then put together a memorial service for Aunt Minnie on May 23, 2004. Pam led the service with her daughter, Lyndsey Pass (Miss Annie’s greatgranddaughter), Ken Johnson, and Lebanon Methodist’s last pastor, the Rev. George McDowell. Lamar Johnson shared some history and unveiled the monument, and the Rev. Carl Moore of Allen Temple AME Church gave a moving message of how love draws people together. Lamar recently turned leadership of the Lebanon Methodist Cemetery Association over to Jeff Turner and Pam Cavender. If you are interested in donating to the perpetual care of this historical landmark you can send your donations to: Lebanon Methodist Cemetery Association, P. O. Box 501, Lebanon, GA 30146. Resource: http://www.georgiaencyclopedia.org SIXES LIVING | February 2015
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Out & About Through May 16
Women’s Work: A Survey of Handmade Textiles from Cherokee County exhibit. At the Cherokee County History Museum in the Historic Marble Courthouse, 100 North St., Suite 140, in Canton. Celebrating the craftsmanship and artistry used by the women and men of Cherokee County to create local heirlooms. Showcasing hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesday-Friday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday.
Feb. 7
Ladies’ tea fundraiser for Camp Gideon, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. featuring guest speaker Elizabeth Weatherby, founder of Feed My Lambs. The event raises money to help local, underprivileged “at risk” girls attend a weekend of Princess Camp in the spring. $20. Details at www. camgideon.com/ladiestea.
Feb. 7
Gospel Fest: At 7 p.m. at the Cherokee Arts Center, 94 North Street, Canton. Free, open to the public. www.cherokeearts.org.
Feb. 7
2nd Time Around Dinner sponsored by Win2ition, 7:30-11 p.m. at The Golf Club at Bradshaw Farm. Proceeds from the fundraiser will support single caregivers and their children. Cost is $50 per person. Includes dinner, dancing and entertainment, silent auction and photo booth. Cash bar. For reservations, email W2i@Win2ition.org or call (404) 229-3840.
Feb. 13
Parent’s Night Out at the Aquatic Center 5:30-10 p.m., sponsored by the Cherokee Recreation and Parks Agency is 5:30-10 p.m. Includes pool games, crafts, dinner and a movie. Space limited. www.crpa.net.
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Feb. 14
Valentine’s Night Out in downtown Canton, 6-10 p.m. A combined effort by Oak Leaf Church, the city of Canton, the Historic Canton Theatre and Stout’s Growlers, among other downtown businesses. For more details, visit valentinenightout.eventbrite.com.
Feb. 14
Coffeehouse at Woodstock United Methodist Church. A program of words and music begins at 6:30 p.m. with coffee and dessert, followed by a performance by the Buggay family (called The Dixie Jubilee}, a musical Woodstock family who performs gospel/bluegrass/traditional Irish and Scottish music that includes banjo, guitar, bass, harp, fiddle and mandolin. The evening’s speaker will be Mickey Johnston, an Air Force veteran who owned a construction business until his retirement almost four years ago when he was diagnosed with ALS. The church is in downtown Woodstock at 109 Towne Lake Pkwy. For details, call (770) 740-9186 or (770) 516-0371.
Feb. 18
American Red Cross Babysitting course. Offered by the Cherokee Recreation and Parks Agency, class time is 9 a.m.-2 p.m. for ages 1115 at the recreation center. Ideal for current and future babysitters, teaching important childcare skills that include first aid , feeding, interviews, food preparation and safe play. Does not include CPR. Cost $55. For details, contact Kate Borden at (770) 924-7768 or kborden@ cherokeega.com.
Feb. 20-22
“The Drowsy Chaperone:” Performance at the Historic Canton Theater at 7:30 p.m. Friday, 2:30 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, and 2:30 p.m. Sunday. Tickets $12, or $10 for children under age 12 and seniors. www. cantontheatre.com.
Feb. 28
Guns & Hoses. The 5K and Family Fun Run fundraiser will take place at Hobgood Park, with proceeds benefitting the Goshen Valley Boys Ranch and the Cherokee Sheriff’s Foundation. Runners can sign up to participate on behalf of the Guns (the Cherokee Sheriff’s Department) or the Hoses (Cherokee County Fire Department). Contact Kate Borden at (770) 924-7768 or kborden@cherokeega.com with questions.
Feb. 28
Casino Night. A fundraiser for Cherokee County’s Volunteer Aging Council is set for 6-10 p.m. Feb. 28 with dinner, dancing, casino games and a chance to win prizes. To sponsor or buy tickets, contact Adelle Mickelson at (404) 218-5930 or adellemick@gmail.com. www.vaccherokeega.org
March 2
Open House: At Cherokee Christian Schools begins at 7 p.m. with light refreshments. Children may attend. For details, contact Kim Howell at kim.howell@cherokeechristian.org or (678)494-5464.
March 6-9
Change the Story: The Compassion Experience is coming to Revolution Church. The free event will bring visitors on an interactive journey through the lives of children living in Uganda, India and Bolivia. The 3,000-square-foot interactive exhibit space gives a glimpse into daily life in a developing country — visiting homes, markets and schools — without getting on a plane. Through the use of an iPod and headset, each tour is guided by a child whose story starts in poverty but ends in hope. Open to individuals and groups. For more info, visit cts.compassion.com.
March 7
Little Miss River Ridge High School Pageant. Open to all girls ages 0-14 both new or experienced to pageants. Beauty entry fee is $50 ($40 before Feb. 28), photogenic fee is $10 (bring a photo the day of competition), and personality is $10 (age 2 and over), which includes one on-stage question. Registration opens at 8 a.m. for 9 a.m. pageant. Divisions are Baby Miss (0-2 years) at 9 a.m., Tiny Miss (2-4 years) at 9:30 a.m., Petite Miss (5-6 years) at 10 a.m., Little Miss (7-9 years) at 10:30 a.m., Preteen Miss (10-12 years) at 11 a.m. and Junior Miss (13-14, must be middle-school student) at 11:30 a.m. Winners receive tiara, sash, trophy and flowers and can ride in the RRHS fall homecoming parade. The pageant is a benefit for River Ridge High School. For more info, contact Chelle Worrell at chelleworrell@yahoo. com or Lori Stuart at loristuart@windstream.net or (404) 735-6616.
March 7
Run the River 5K Walk and Fun Run. Registration begins at 7 a.m. at Little River Elementary, 3170 Trickum Rd., Woodstock. Fun run starts at 8, 5K at 8:30. Register by Feb. 28 to get a T-shirt. To register, go to www.active.com.
March 13-15, 20-22
“The Dining Room,” directed by Myrna Feldman, will be performed at the Canton Historic Theatre, 171 E. Main St., by the Cherokee Theatre Company. $15 general admission, $12 seniors or students, $10 group rate for 10 or more seats. www.cherokeetheatre.org.
April 11
Blankets Creek Spring Sports Festival. Includes Dirty Duathlon, Dirty Thirty MTB Race and a 5 Mile Trail Run. Solo and two-person team divisions are available. Participants get a race shirt and post race snacks, among other items. For more details, visit http:// mountaingoatadventures.com/blanketsduathlon/course.
May 16-17
Shaky Boots Music Festival. Advance tickets on sale now for the Kennesaw State University festival that will include performers Blake Shelton, Brad Paisley, Rascal Flatts, Dwight Yoakam, Dierks Bentley, The Band Perry and Sara Evans. Details at www.shakyboots.com.
Registration Open
Safety Town Summer Camp: Offering three 9 a.m.-noon sessions throughout June that cover water, fire, strangers, school bus, poison, traffic and pedestrian safety. $75 fee includes T-shirt and daily snack. Location is Bascomb Elementary School in Woodstock. To sign up, visit www.cherokeecountysafetytown.org. SIXES LIVING | February 2015
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“What Not to Wear” Star Joins Makeover Team BY JODI TIBERIO
TLC’s “What Not to Wear” was a big Jodi Tiberio owns inspiration for our Branches Boutique for women in Towne makeover articles. Lake as well as a One of the stars second Branches on the show was location and celebrity hairstylist Brooklynn’s boutique Nick Arrojo, who in Downtown Woodstock. participated in six Contact Jodi at jodi@ of the 10 seasons. tiberioretail.com. When Tim Timmons, who does the hair portion of our makeovers, told me that Nick Arrojo would be joining the Salon Gloss team, I could not have been more excited. Nick is partnering with Tim on our hair makeovers, among other things, which provides a really exciting opportunity for our participants. After all, who wouldn’t love a celebrity stylist to do their hair? We had a plethora of submissions once the word got out about Nick’s involvement. We chose Danielle this month because she has recently lost about 40 pounds! We felt Woodstock’s “What to Wear” team: Tim Timmons (left), Nick Arrojo and Jodi Tiberio. that type of determination deserved a reward. out a lace-trimmed sweater from Brooklynns that she loved. Danielle is still working on reaching her ultimate goal, but Lace-trimmed styles will continue to be a huge trend this in the meantime she needs some clothes that fit her body season in everything from tops to dresses with the new changes to socks. she has undergone. Danielle was ready for a big change with I met with Nick and her hair. After her initial consultation Tim to find out what with Tim and Nick, it was decided that the plan was for her hair. When they told they would give Danielle a retro glamour me about the color look. Nick gave her a layered cut using and style, I knew we a razor. The objective was to remove needed something weight from her hair and add shape for elegant for a date easy styling. Tim followed it up with a night. powerful red that worked beautifully This was going with Danielle’s skin tone. Will Clemons, to be easy as we from Salon Gloss, finished off the have lots of great transformation with a choices, but my makeup application and favorite for Danielle colors that worked with was a tunic from Danielle’s complexion. Emma Rose. These What a tunics are popular transformation! It is with my Branches always exciting and Boutique customers fun to work with Tim for their effortless and his team. It is fit and $32.99 price. completely surreal Simply pair them to work with Nick with leggings and Arrojo, who is such an you are good to go. inspiration! Danielle also picked 26
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Endless Love BY MIKE LITREL, MD
It was a typical Saturday morning. Already my wife Ann had been working for several hours, sitting ramrod straight at her computer. No doubt she was stressed out, with too many projects on her plate. It seemed like the perfect time for a surprise I had been planning. With a flourish, I invited Ann to come with me to my office. She raised her eyebrows. “Can’t it wait?” I said no. Reluctantly, Ann Dr. Mike Litrel has authored hundreds of accompanied me upstairs. Once in my articles and two books office, I moved to my computer and on the faith-health connection. He is a selected a song I had recently added board certified OB/GYN to my playlist. The music began, and and specialist in pelvic reconstructive surgery everything was ready. I asked Ann to at Cherokee Women’s dance. Health Specialists in Roswell and Woodstock. Lionel Richie and Diana Ross’ duet Dr. Litrel can be “Endless Love” was all the rage back reached at www. herokeewomens in the day. I remember dancing to the health.com song, feeling deeply in love. The piano played softly, and then the lyrics came... “My love… there’s only you in my life… the only thing that’s bright…” What a charming romantic I was! Ann rolled her eyes and reminded me she had been busy. Her reaction surprised me. I thought she would gaze adoringly into my eyes with the look I remembered from years before. But Ann’s body remained stiff. I was annoyed. Fall in love with me again, why don’t you already? Tactfully, I expressed concern that our once special memories of dancing to our song meant nothing to her now. “Our song?” Ann pulled her head back to look me in the face. “We never danced to that song. I never even LIKED that song!” Oops.
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This was an awkward revelation. Well, at least that explained why she wasn’t melting in my arms. I could feel Ann’s body tensing even more as the implication of my mistaken memory became clear to us both. Our dance became more and more stilted, until we were essentially standing still in the middle of my office. I could feel the question coming. “So, Michael,” Ann opened, “which one of your past loves did you enjoy this wonderful song with?”
It had started as the perfect plan: play a song of tender memories, and instantly transform Ann from the “I have too many things to do” stressed-out woman to the “I am so lucky to have you as a husband” happy wife. Funny you should ask, my dear, I thought. I was just wondering the same thing myself. A surgeon in the middle of an operation would call this “getting into unexpected bleeding.” It had started as the perfect plan: play a song of tender memories, and instantly transform Ann from the “I have too many things to do” stressed-out woman to the “I am so lucky to have you as a husband” happy wife. A beautiful Saturday afternoon would follow, with Ann gazing at me adoringly even if I was just scratching myself. Now all I wanted was to get this angry hellion out of my continued on page 60
Luck Probably Won’t Get You That Pot of Gold BY JAMIE WILLIAMS
St. Patrick’s Day is such a blast, but I am really more of a Valentine’s Day kind of girl. Maybe it is because I love fresh flowers and because I always choose love over luck … all day, any day (no offense to my good Irish friends). Most people who aspire to do great things for their families, careers, relationships, spiritual growth, finances or health are likely to agree it will Jamie Williams is a not happen by luck. If your January wife, mom of two resolutions fell to the wayside after the teenage girls and founder of Five Talents typical three-week period, then take Wealth Management, heart. I have good news for you. Now Inc. Her goal is always to help her family that it’s February and you are past the and her clients wisely hype and emotions, you can get serious use what God has entrusted to them. about your true desires for 2015. While goals vary, I seldom meet anyone who does not want to manage his or her finances better. Whether you need to save more, reduce debt, want to be a good role model for your loved ones or believe good stewardship is Biblical, there is no doubt you can do it – but it will not be through luck. This goal requires a strategy and diligence. My experience tells me the hardest part is identifying where
to start, figuring out exactly where all of the money goes and, if married, being willing to lay it all out for the sake of the family. The other thing is accountability and using a program that works for you. Remember, once you get your financial house in order, you just have to maintain the plan. Therefore it will not always be as difficult as it is in the beginning. It is even possible to have fun with finding savings and it can become a bit addictive. Where do you start? I have seen the most success with people who have fully implemented and completed Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University (www.daveramsey.com). Instead of making a goal to get completely out of debt, what if you make your goal to complete the program along with all of the homework? You can do it alone, but I truly believe you will benefit from being in a group (as listed on the website). Just as weight loss is expending more calories than you take in, good money management is spending less than you make. People know this, but emotions, temptation, lack of contentment and good marketing make most of us vulnerable. It is important to own your financial situation. My pastor says it best, “We may just need to apologize to God for mismanaging what He has blessed us with.” I like that. It means we own it, because we cannot fix what we do not own. I would love to hear your stories of taking the path to financial freedom. Email me at jamie@fivetalentswealth.com.
Space Heater Safety Tips Every Homeowner Should Know BY DAN JAPE
Do you run a space heater in your home to enhance the warmth? Space heater safety is critical because these handy units have a deadly side. According to experts, one out of every 20 fires that is started by a space heater results in death and millions of dollars in damages. The majority of the fires are caused by combustible items placed too close to the unit. If you’re Dan Jape is the owner intent on using a space heater, be or Reliable Heating & vigilant about using it the right way. Air. He can be reached at (770) 594-9969 Only buy a space heater that is certified by the Underwriters’ Laboratory (UL) or another reputable testing company. Certified and tested heaters will have ideal safety features that prevent fire hazards, whereas older, used heaters won’t employ necessary safety features. Follow manufacturer guidelines for using the heater. Isolate the space heater, and keep it away (at least three feet) from combustible items like carpeting, rugs, furniture, drapes and other household items. Make sure the heater rests on a level surface, and keep it
away from foot traffic so it can’t be knocked over, increasing the risk of fire. Don’t use extension cords. If you need a longer plug, only use a high-powered extension cord that can accommodate the power of the heater. Avoid relying heavily on the heater for your main source of heat. Use it only in short spurts, always while attended, and never when you’re sleeping and can’t keep an eye on it. If you have pets or children, be vigilant about safety when using the space heater in their presence. Never position a space heater near a water source, and never in a bathroom or near a utility sink or kitchen sink. Always turn the device off when you leave the room. Do not run the space heater in a room where a household member is sleeping. There’s a risk of knocking over the heater if the person turns over, falls off the couch or extends a limb. Always use kerosene with a kerosene space heater, and never gasoline or other fuel. Mixing fuels instantly raises the risk of a fire. Install smoke detectors in your home so that you are quickly alerted to a fire. Once they’re installed, or if you already have them, test them regularly to ensure the detectors are functional. You can safely operate a space heater in your home and reduce the risk of a fire by following these safety guidelines. SIXES LIVING | February 2015
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Cherokee County Real Estate Year in Review BY KURT & SHEILA JOHNSON
Kurt and Sheila Johnson are Keller Williams Top Producing Agents (over 80 deals in 2014) and have been serving Cherokee County for more than 10 years. www. KurtandSheilaTeam.com
We are pleased to report that the housing market in Cherokee County continued to show strong improvement by every measure in 2014. Homes sold faster, for more money and for more of their list price. The data are showing us though, that while we will still see improvement in 2015, the pace of these improvements will soon be leveling off for resales (homes not newly constructed) in Cherokee County. Homes sold for 8.50 percent more money per square foot in 2014 than in 2013. With the average single-family home selling for an average of 9.79
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Getting a Jump on Tax Season What should you bring to the qualified CPA? DON AKRIDGE, MBA, CPA/PFS, CFP® U.S. MARINE CORPS VETERAN – EMORY UNIVERSITY ALUMNUS
You can file your federal tax return starting Jan. 20. IRS filing season will start right on time in 2015, and there is wisdom in filing your 1040 well before April 15. You can get it out of the way earlier, and if you e-file, you can put yourself in position for an earlier refund.1 What should you gather up for your CPA? If you want to save time and possibly money along with it, come to the office ready with the appropriate paperwork. If you own a business, that list includes all W-2s and 1099-MISC forms you get from clients, any 1099-INT, 1099-DIV, 1099-B and K-1 forms displaying income, your Schedule C and P&L reports, and any and all paperwork you can round up detailing your expenses—your personal expenses too, not only business costs but also any tuition, medical and miscellaneous costs. If you have made charitable contributions worth itemizing, that paperwork needs to reach your preparer. The same goes for documents detailing mortgage interest, other forms of interest paid, and any tax already paid.2 If you have receipt management software, your CPA will love you for using it (beats getting a manila envelope, file folder or shoebox full of receipts to sort through). If a calamity or an accident destroyed a bunch of your business records, remember that the IRS may give you a break, but your CPA needs solid proof of the misfortune to try and make a case to the IRS and get you some leniency. What are some things people too often forget to bring? Social Security numbers for new babies (and taxpayer-ID numbers and contact information for the nannies of those babies). Logs of un-reimbursed mileage. Real estate stuff, too: closing letters related to a refinance, receipts for property taxes, etc.3 Don Akridge is president of Citadel Professional Services, LLC, an independent firm, founded in 1994 and conveniently located off Chastain Road between I-575 & I-75 in Kennesaw. Phone 770-952-6707.
If you received any health insurance subsidies, you may want to wait until February. Did you pay for your own health insurance in 2014? Do you remember how you had to estimate your 2014 income when you applied for coverage? If you got a subsidy, it was based on that estimate, and an estimate is by definition inexact. Some taxpayers ended up earning more than the incomes they estimated to the exchanges, some less. That could mean one of two things: a big 2014 tax refund, or owing more in taxes.4 If you pay for your own health coverage, the exchange at which you bought it should send you Form 1095-A by Jan. 31. Form 1095-A will list how your household self-insures: who
pays premiums, and the amount of any monthly subsidies. The CPA can plug these details into Form 8962, which explains the breakdown on insurance, subsidies and income for your household to the IRS. If you were only self-insured for part of 2014, the CPA must note any subsidy payments by the month.4 Should you jump to a new CPA? If he or she is aloof, sloppy, or seems more like a file clerk than someone interested in properly minimizing your tax burden, maybe you should switch. There are many tax preparers who have only basic skills, and some who outsource their work to people overseas, and you probably don’t want either to happen to your return. We are early in 2015, and if you really have the itch to switch, consider taking your 2013 return to two or three candidates—not only to get a tax prep cost estimate, but to see if they have the higher skills and insights that your current preparer lacks.5 In getting a jump on tax season, you can get that bothersome item off your to-do list sooner and focus on the more exciting parts of your career, business or life. Don Akridge is president of Citadel Professional Services, LLC, an independent firm, founded in 1994 and conveniently located off Chastain Road between I-575 & I-75 in Kennesaw. Phone 770-9526707. Securities offered through Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. Member FINRA/SIPC. Raymond James 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 - forbes.com/sites/robertwood/2014/12/29/irs-announces-2014tax-return-filing-opens-startingjanuary-20-2015/ [12/29/14] 2 - outright.com/blog/what-do-you-need-to-bring-to-your-accountantat-tax-time/ [3/18/14] 3 - foxbusiness.com/personal-finance/2014/03/18/what-documentsshould-take-to-tax-preparer/ [3/18/14] 4 - money.cnn.com/2015/01/02/pf/taxes/obamacare-income-taxsubsidies/ [1/2/15] 5 - dailyfinance.com/2014/12/25/hire-cpa-prepare-taxes/ [12/25/14] SIXES LIVING | February 2015
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Slow Cooker Style
The best way to wind down on a cold February day is to sit down with your family for a hot meal. But who has time to spend hours in the kitchen cooking? That’s why we reached out to local teachers: Who better to share slow-cooker recipes than teachers? They have become creative in the ways that they provide a hot meal for their family members after spending all day in the classroom.
Mongolian Beef
Polish Stew
One pound stew meat One onion, thickly sliced Y 1/2 cup soy sauce Y 1/2 cup brown sugar Y 1/2 cup hoisin sauce Y Two teaspoons olive oil Y One tablespoon minced garlic Y ½ cup water Y ½ teaspoon minced ginger Place all ingredients into a resealable freezer bag. Mix and freeze flat. Take from the freezer the night before you want to prepare the meal. Place ingredients in slow cooker and cook on low for six to eight hours. Serve with rice. Do not use frozen meats when assembling the meal; that adds fluid and the dish becomes very thin when cooked. Vegetables can be fresh, frozen or canned.
One bag of dried navy beans One package of polish sausage or smoked beef Y Five stalks of celery, cut into ¼-inch pieces Y Eight carrots, cut into ¼-inch pieces Y One large white onion, diced Y One small package of spinach Fill bowl with water to within two inches from the top. Put navy beans in bowl and let them soak and soften overnight. Boil navy beans until they are soft. Add celery, carrots and onion to the navy beans. Boil until celery, onions, and carrots begin to soften. Add polish sausage or smoked beef to boiling mixture. Cook on low until mixture begins to thicken. All vegetables should be soft. All of these items can be cooked in a slow cooker, also. Ten minutes before serving, add a small bag of spinach. Cook until spinach softens. Serve with cornbread or crackers.
By Mary Chapman, Family and Consumer Science, Freedom Middle Y Y
Chicken Tacos
By Chandler Wall Social Studies, Woodstock High Two boneless, skinless chicken breasts Y Half a packet of taco seasoning (low sodium) Y 16-ounce jar of your favorite salsa Y One can of black beans, drained (optional but adds protein, nutrients & filler for more meals) Place chicken breasts in slow cooker. Top with seasoning and salsa, and cook on low for six to eight hours. Remove chicken, reserve juices and salsa. Shred chicken. Add remaining juices and salsa. Add black beans. Chicken can be added to tacos/ burritos with favorite toppings. Y
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By Denise Mitchell 3rd grade, Sixes Elementary Y Y
Taco Soup
By Rodney Stevenson 5th grade, Sixes Elementary Two pounds ground beef Y Two cups diced onions Y Two 15.5-ounce cans chili beans Y Two 15.5-ounce cans kidney beans Y One 15.25-ounce can whole kernel corn, drained Y Two 14- to 16-ounce cans of tomatoes Y One small can of diced green chiles Y One 1.25-ounce package taco seasoning mix Y Shredded cheese Y Tortilla chips, for serving Y Sour cream, for garnish Y Jalapeños (optional) Brown the ground beef and onions in a large skillet; drain the excess fat, then transfer the browned beef and onions to a large slow cooker or a stockpot. Add the beans, corn, tomatoes, green chiles and taco seasoning, and cook in a slow cooker on low for six to eight hours on high for two hours. To serve, ladle soup into bowl, top with sour cream, cheese and jalapeños. Dip with tortilla chips. Y
Brunswick Stew
Mac and Cheese
One tub Lloyd’s Shredded Pork in BBQ Sauce Y One tub Lloyd’s Shredded Beef in BBQ Sauce Y One large can white chicken meat, drained and shredded Y One can creamed corn Y One can kernel corn Y One can diced tomatoes Y One can potatoes, drained and chopped Y One can lima beans Y One can okra Y One jar barbecue sauce, any flavor Put all ingredients into crock pot. Stir well and cook on low for four to six hours. You can change up this recipe to suit your family’s tastes. Double the cans or take away certain items. The meats, corn and barbecue sauce are the non-negotiables.
One stick of butter, cut into pieces Y Two cups uncooked macaroni Y Two cups grated sharp cheddar, divided Y 24 ounces small-curd cottage cheese Y Two and a half cups boiling water Place butter in bottom of slow cooker. Add uncooked macaroni, 1 1/2 cups shredded cheese and cottage cheese. Pour boiling water over everything. Do not stir. Cover and cook on high for two hours. Stir. Sprinkle with remaining grated cheese. Allow dish to stand for 1015 minutes before serving to allow sauce to thicken.
By Cindy Crews Principal, Sixes Elementary Y
By Deena Smith Bookkeeper, Sixes Elementary Y
Crockpot Cube Steak Vegetable Soup By Rollins Caglioni, Math & Advanced Math 8, Honors Coordinate Algebra, Freedom Middle School
Four cube steaks Y One can of beefy mushroom soup Y One can of cream of chicken with herbs soup Y One envelope dry onion soup mix Y One cup of water Y Garlic salt or garlic powder (optional) Place cube steak in the bottom of the crock pot. Season with garlic salt or powder, if desired. Pour one cup of water around edges of steaks. Cover steaks with beefy mushroom soup, then layer cream of chicken with herbs soup on top of mushroom soup. Finally, sprinkle dry onion soup mix on top of everything. Cover and cook on low for four to six hours. Serve over rice or mashed potatoes. Y
Pot Roast
By Cheryl Hawley, Speech/Language Pathologist, Freedom Middle One pot roast Y Two 10-ounce cans Ro*Tel tomatoes Place pot roast in crock pot. Add two cans of Ro*tel tomatoes. Cook on low for six hours or until done. The roast comes out very juicy and tastes spicy. Ro*tel makes a mild, original and spicy version of the tomatoes.
By Mary Chapman, Family and Consumer Science, Freedom Middle One pound stew beef Y ½ cup chopped onion Y One minced clove of garlic Y One cup chopped carrots Y Two stalks celery, chopped Y Four small red potatoes, chopped Y Eight ounces tomato sauce Y One cup green beans Y 1/2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce Y Two cans cream of mushroom sauce Y One package dry onion soup mix Place all ingredients in a resealable freezer bag, mix and freeze flat. Remove from freezer to thaw the night before cooking. Place ingredients into slow cooker, and cook on low seven to eight hours or high five to six hours. Do not use frozen meats when assembling the meal; that adds fluid and the dish becomes very thin when cooked. Vegetables can be fresh, frozen or canned. Y
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Potato Soup
By Pam Logan 2nd grade, Sixes Elementary One bag of frozen hash browns or diced potatoes One 14-ounce can chicken broth Y One can cream of chicken soup Y One eight-ounce box of cream cheese Y Bacon, shredded cheese and scallions (optional) Place hash browns, broth and soup in crockpot. Cook on low for four to five hours. Add cream cheese in the last 30 minutes of cooking time. Garnish with cheese, bacon and scallions if desired. Makes eight one-cup servings. Y Y
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The Art of Manliness BY TIM TIMMONS
Over the past decade, men have grown increasingly aware of their fashion and grooming habits. There was a time, not so long ago, when the only things men would purchase was beer, cigarettes and gas. Their grooming regime consisted of three things: Dial soap, aftershave and a comb. Man, how times have changed! Men often ask me, “Why should I Tim Timmons is go to a salon and not a barber?” The the owner of Salon answer depends on a number of factors. Gloss. Tim has been a hairstylist for 13 years Just as you wouldn’t go to a cardiologist and has extensive for brain surgery, you wouldn’t want to industry experience. Tim can be reached at go to a salon for a high and tight haircut. (678) 483-8900. Likewise, a barber isn’t likely to give you the latest, fashionable, textured razor cut that you just saw on the cover of “GQ” magazine. Deciding to venture out of the barber seat and into a salon chair for the right men’s hairstyle can be intimidating. However, many men prefer the pampering they receive from a salon versus “just a cut” at the barbershop. It is common for salons to offer more services—more of an experience—to their male clientele. Salons have responded to a surge of male clientele in recent years by offering extra perks like access to 24-hour sports channels, hot shaves, head and neck massages and frosty mugs of ice cold beer. An image-conscious male client will find that since salon stylists tend to stay on top of the latest trends, they generally have more experience cutting fashionforward styles. A male client may also find that a salon stylist will make suggestions for a style that will flatter the client’s features, including adding highlights. Most men won’t think to ask about their protruding nose hair or eyebrows that rival those of the X-Men character Wolverine, but it is something a hairstylist will most likely mention during the cut or shampooing process. Finally, stylists are well trained on the use of professional products and will help male clients by introducing them to the products and techniques used in the salon to reproduce a salon-worthy look at home. Bottom line, barber shops are great for hanging out with the guys and getting a basic cut, but if you are seeking a more modern cut and personalized service, visit a salon!
Salons have responded to a surge of male clientele in recent years by offering extra perks like access to 24-hour sports channels, hot shaves, head and neck massages and frosty mugs of ice cold beer.
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“Enlightenment means knowledge. My goal is to give my clients the best knowledge available so they can make decisions that benefit their business.” — Sherry Bailey, President and CEO of Enlightenment Capital Funding can be accessed,” she said. “I do the legwork and research and let them know what is available so they can make a rational decision.” With more than 15 years of banking experience, Bailey decided to take her knowledge and extensive list of national lending contacts and create Enlightenment Capital Funding. She aspires to help those, like herself, who have the entrepreneurial spirit. She emphasizes that she can help existing business owners find commercial loans that are available for short-term working capital, equipment financing and more. “Not everyone fits into the banking box. Sometimes business owners need someone to help them find the right kind of funding products. And that’s what I do,” she said. Bailey explains that conventional business loans don’t work for everyone and one product doesn’t fit all businesses and credit scenarios. ECF works to find solutions that match the needs of the business owner with the maximum benefit while avoiding the financial pitfalls of the lending process. Bailey equates herself to the mechanic who inspects a car for a prospective buyer. “I’m not a broker or lender. I simply look at the products available, see what might and might not work for my client and then give them the information they need to make a wise choice.” Clients and business associates describe Bailey as personable, determined, knowledgeable, and the utmost professional at what she does. Bailey herself says she has yet to encounter an obstacle that she cannot overcome. She produces successful results by connecting small and mid-sized businesses to efficient funding sources. Her experience as a liaison between large banks and commercial finance lenders nationwide allows to her to bring a unique advantage to clients looking for funding solutions that brokers and lenders simply cannot offer. ECF develops and maintains lasting relationships with customers and providers through hard work, the ability to address concerns and a foundation of trust and integrity. Bailey’s desire to help others is obvious when you meet her, and while ECF serves clients from all around the country, she says her heart is in the Canton and Woodstock area. “This is my home,” she says. “It is truly the best kept secret in Georgia. You can raise your family here, and have the appeal of small-town living with great restaurants and shopping.” She adds that her goal is to help fellow, local business owners succeed. “Most business owners only think of their personal bank as a lending resource. I have built relationships with hundreds of lenders across the country and I can help small businesses access products they probably never knew about,” said Bailey. She also points out that ECF is not paid directly by its clients and does not add any additional fees. A simple application form, found on the company’s website, is all it takes to get started. www.enlightenmentcapitalfunding.com
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Rob’s Rescues
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 www.robsrescues.com
This dog is named Blue. He is friendly and strong. He also likes attention. He is 3 years old. He is not good at pictures because he is bouncy. He is a pit bull. He likes his back scratched. He had his jaw broken before coming to the shelter. He was picked up by Animal Control. Mark who works at the shelter is in this picture, too. We have two cats, they have to go to a home together so they can’t be separated. Pebbles is a calico and she is about 4 years old. Danillo is a big boy cat, he is black and is about 3 years old. Neither of them have a tail. They seem quite shy but they like to lie next to each other.
This is at my brother’s birthday party. His friends donated food in a Rob’s Rescues Birthday Bin. Some of this food is going to Pet Buddies Food Pantry and some to the Shelter pantry.
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Love
IS IN THE AIR!
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Whether you’ve got a special honey or are spending the year focusing on how to be a better you, we’ve found just the thing to ensure you and Cupid remain BFFs for years to come. These “pretty in pink” indulgences might not make you blush, but they will make you look cool.
1. Winter is dark and dreary enough without sporting the typical black or grey wool coat.
This down-filled hot pink jacket with faux fur collar will turn heads and keep you toasty warm. $137 at Dismero, downtown Woodstock.
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Want to look glamorous but don’t want to pay for high-priced plastic surgery or agedefying laser treatments? Welcome to Beauty Blender, the ultimate makeup sponge applicator. It seamlessly blends makeup to invisibility, leaving you with a professional finish and a flawless complexion. It’s available in three colors, and a gift set that includes a bottle of blender cleanser is just $23.95. You can find it at Be You...On Purpose, 390 Chambers Street, Woodstock.
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a little unique? Something with a story to tell? You’ll find trendy art and fashion at this downtown Woodstock boutique. Mix up your wardrobe with these handmade headbands woven from a variety of beautiful fabrics. $18.50 at Spirited, 8670 Main Street, Woodstock.
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No Valentine shopping guide would be complete without a little bit of bling. Diamonds R Forever in Kennesaw has got you covered! According to manager Jan Parrish, rose gold is all the rage this season. The fashion rings pictured start at $189. The rose gold necklace with diamonds is $975. If you’re in the market for an heirloom piece to cherish forever, splurge on this rose gold and diamond bracelet for $2,125. Diamonds R Forever, 4200 Wade Green Road, Kennesaw.
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a pair of leggings when I overheard the salesperson talking about this candle. I would have passed it by, but I’m glad I didn’t. As it melts, the “wax” turns into lotion. Yes, lotion! Can’t decide between the scented candle or the luxurious bottle of lotion? Now you don’t have to! This gift tin is just $16.99 at Fashion Cupcake, 8670 Main Street, Woodstock. SIXES LIVING | February 2015
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Feature
There Was No Bus Involved…. BY G. LORA GROOMS
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es, I have retired from the Elm Street Cultural Arts instructor and camp counselor who gave those children exactly Village and it happened quickly—in some ways—but not what they needed. entirely. I always ran things with the idea that if I got hit • When a skeptical patron came to see a show and walked by a bus the next day, the organization needed to survive and out saying, “I’m so surprised to see such a wonderful show in thrive. It could not logically rely on my presence. That would Woodstock! We’ll be back!’” Thank you to every volunteer who be silly. made that happen again and again: tech operators, set/prop, Fortunately, due to many of you out there reading this, Elm lighting and costume designers, actors, parents of actors—you Street is in great hands and has strong community support. It know who you are. Thank you. will go on. A lot of people have told me “The arts center won’t be The actual “bus” was my family. A several-months-long tug the same without you.” Well, that’s true, I suppose. It will of war between family and work resulted in a win for those who be different. But it is a living, breathing organization with gave me the strength and courage to work as hard as I have for incredible people and it will continue on as long as the so many years: my amazing parents. community participates Looking back at my time in Woodstock, there and supports it. I hope all “There are really no words to describe have been some remarkable moments along the of you will do just that. my time with G. Lora Grooms at TLAC/ way, including: Thank you for everything Elm Street. It’s been a whirlwind of fun, • When the father of one of our young actresses and God bless. enlightenment, mentorship, and love offered to use his legal expertise to apply for 501(c) with you the past 12 years. I’m really “Gay, you molded (3) non-profit status for the Towne Lake Arts Center going to miss you and your catch my very young shy (our first theater home). Thank you, Charles phrases. ‘If it were easy, everyone Lora into the most Robertson. would do it.’” wonderful confidant • When the parents of “A Christmas Carol” cast -Siobhan Brumbelow young woman! member kept showing up at the box office and You were always would not accept change for their ticket purchases. her mentor and They became major patrons of TLAC for many years. There gave her so many is a plaque to this day in the opportunities. We wish lobby, naming the theater after all the best for you in them. Thank you, Joe and Sharon “You are the best! I cannot thank you your future! Good luck Cunningham. enough for all you and enjoy!” • When we put “Seussical the have done for my - Roni Jacobs Musical” on the 2005 season family and for the and Gina Carr, previous owner whole community of TowneLaker, stepped in as of Woodstock. producer because she was a Every life you have huge fan of the show. From touched with your that moment forward, we talent, leadership, Grooms on the have had donated ad space and kindness is Towne Lake Arts in the magazines. Thank you, Center set for “The better for it. I hope AroundAbout Local Media, for Little Mermaid” you have many continuing the tradition. in 2007 with Ross Ruda, a student she • When we were trying so hard fun filled days of happiness and joy first worked with to find a downtown location to in your retirement.” back in the 1990s. become part of the rebirth and -Grant Garlinghouse economic development of the city and we were offered space at what became City Center. Thank “Ms. G. Lora Grooms, thank you you, Mayor Donnie Henriques, Jeff Moon, for all you have done for the Richard McLeod, Brian Stockton and the people who graced the doors Woodstock City Council. of TLAC and ESCAV. You put my Grooms in a rare appearance • When a child entered the building life on a path I never thought I would take, but on the Elm Street stage as nervous, shy and insecure but, after a slightly high Reverend I am so glad I did. The best seven years of my participating in a class or camp, walked out Mother being dragged life were spent under your guidance. Happy smiling, confident and self assured. This away by Sister Hubert (Taryn Retirement!” -Andrew Berardi happened hundreds of times, hundreds. Chidebelu-Eze) in “Nunsense,” in 2012. Thank you to every TLAC/Elm Street 40
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Are You Suffering From Sinusitis? BY MARK B. VAN DEUSEN, M.D.
Have you ever had a cold that lasted for weeks? It’s possible that you were suffering from a condition known as sinusitis, an infection within the paranasal sinus cavities. There are four paired sinuses in adults: frontal (forehead), maxillary (cheek), ethmoid (between the eyes) and sphenoid (in the middle of the head). Children also have sinuses, but they are not fully developed until adulthood. When Dr. Mark B. Van Deusen enjoys inflammation occurs from a cold or treating patients with sinus disease, allergies, the sinus drainage pathways nasal obstruction can become blocked, leading to a and allergies at Northwest ENT and buildup of secretions, such as mucus, Allergy Center. He and bacterial overgrowth. This also practices head and neck surgical inflammation and bacterial overgrowth oncology, otologic can cause numerous symptoms. surgery, and pediatric otolaryngology. He The most common symptoms of can be reached at (770) 427-0368. sinusitis include facial pain or pressure, headaches, colored nasal discharge and nasal congestion. Fever may or may not be present. Pain in the upper teeth can also occur due to their proximity to the maxillary sinuses. Individuals may experience coughing and copious post-nasal drainage. In most cases, symptoms are present for at least 10 to 14 days and can last longer without appropriate treatment. Sinusitis is typically treated with antibiotics. Other treatments are aimed at decreasing inflammation. Your physician may prescribe a steroid nasal spray to help decrease nasal congestion and swelling around the sinus openings. Oral steroids may also be prescribed to more quickly resolve inflammation. An otolaryngologist (ear, nose and throat doctor) may use a nasal endoscope to look further in the nasal cavity and identify areas of anatomic obstruction, such as large nasal turbinates, nasal polyps or deviation of the nasal septum. This examination also allows for direct visualization of infection. A CT scan of the sinuses may be performed if medical treatment does not lead to significant improvement of symptoms. The scan can sometimes be done in your physician’s
The most common symptoms of sinusitis include facial pain or pressure, headaches, colored nasal discharge and nasal congestion.
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Don’t Dismiss Your Pet’s Foul Breath BY LEISA JENNINGS
When was the last time you brushed your teeth? Now, when was the last time that you brushed your pet’s teeth? Imagine how your teeth would look and feel if not brushed daily. The same applies to your pet’s teeth. The most common dental issue for humans is tooth decay due to calcium loss of the enamel. However, our pets rarely experience tooth decay. They suffer Dr. Leisa Jennings is from periodontal or gum disease. a Georgia native and a graduate of the According to the American Veterinary University of Georgia. Medical Association (AVMA), more than She has a special interest in birds/avian 85 percent of dogs and cats that are at medicine. least four years old have periodontal disease. The ramifications of periodontal disease reach beyond your pet’s mouth to multiple systemic conditions. The bacteria that are wreaking havoc in the mouth can enter the bloodstream and travel to other organs such as the heart, lungs, kidneys, liver and brain. Damage to these organs is detrimental and can be life threatening. Periodontal Disease Defined Periodontal disease is an inflammatory condition that begins as gingivitis and can eventually result in tooth loss. A mixture of bacteria and food debris (known as plaque) builds up on the
tooth and advances under the gum line. The gums become red and inflamed (gingivitis) in response to the invading bacteria and the toxins that the bacteria release. As the inflammation becomes more severe, it causes destruction of both soft tissue and bone that can result in tooth loss. Diet, age, breed, genetics, environment, additional medical issues and medications are just a few of the many contributing factors. Signs and Symptoms The first sign is often bad breath, commonly dismissed as just doggie or kitty breath. Many things can cause bad breath, but dental disease is usually the primary suspect. Other signs include: discoloration of the teeth often starting at the gum line, tarter coating forming on the teeth, and red swollen gums. The following signs may be noticed in advanced stage periodontal disease: intolerance of being touched around the mouth, bleeding from mouth, drooling, difficulty eating, decreased appetite, and acute abscess formation around the mouth. Most pets are stoic and skilled at hiding signs of pain and illness. Therefore periodontal disease is easily overlooked until overt symptoms of late stage disease occur. Treatment and Prevention We can apply many of the procedures we use to maintain our oral health to our pets. Routine veterinary exams and cleaning, along with daily maintenance, are paramount in maintaining continued on page 60
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A Little Dentistry Goes a Long Way BY DR. SCOTT R. HARDEN
I learned early in my career that a little dentistry goes a long way. Just the other day, while examining a child whose teeth had significant decay, it was apparent that the child’s mother had severe dental anxiety and had imparted this anxiety to her child. The child, named Mary, did not possess a serious level of anxiety but was emulating some of her mother’s Dr. Scott Harden is a dentist at Fountain trepidation about the need for dental View Family Dentistry treatment. In order to calm the and has served the Woodstock area for child and the mother, I shared a fond more than 21 years. memory regarding a child named You can reach Dr. Harden at Bradley whom I had treated early in (770) 926-0000 or visit my career. FountainViewSmiles. com. Bradley, one of five children, had many decayed teeth. The family was struggling financially, but we worked together to help restore Bradley’s teeth. Bradley had dental fillings placed on adult and baby teeth on the right side of his mouth. He was scheduled to have the left side done a month later but did not return as
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planned. His father had lost his job and they had moved away. Many years later, Bradley came to my office as a young adult to say hello. He thanked me for the dental care I provided him as a boy. He explained that the teeth on the right side of his mouth had remained healthy. However, the adult teeth and baby teeth on the left side did not get fixed until years later and had continued to decay. Many of his adult and baby teeth had to be extracted and left gaps between his teeth. He ended up spending thousands of dollars and many hours in the dental chair in order to correct them. He explained to me that a little dental care made a huge difference on his teeth and he would always be sure to get his kid’s teeth fixed when that time came. As Mary sat in my chair listening to this story, both she and her mother gained an understanding of the importance of getting her teeth fixed. Mary said that she wanted good teeth when she was older. We talked more about the procedure and how easy it would be. Mary’s mom showed a genuine appreciation for having her daughter’s teeth fixed. For our children and for ourselves, a little dentistry goes a long way is truly a good message. As 2015 begins, remember to contact your dentist for the twice a year recommended examination and cleaning.
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Cherokee Photography Club Congratulations to all the winners in the December competition, “President’s Choice”
Allen Quandee “Frozen”
Becky Sapp “Daffidil Ripples”
Dean Kelley “Sunday Afternoon Stroll” 46
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Allen Quandee “Pillars of Proxy Falls”
Brinda Rehrig “Artists Tools”
Eillene Kirk “Drop Dead Divas”
Eddie Myers “Camelia Tea”
Eillene Kirk “Twirling Girl”
Kim Bates “Splash”
Eillene Kirk “Orchid Bokeh”
Karen Beedle “Sophie’s Smile”
Vicki Sellers “Lotus Blossom Rebirth”
The Cherokee Photography Club meets on the fourth Monday of the month, and for those participating in the monthly contest, that meeting is held on the second Monday of the month. Both meetings are from 7-9 p.m. and held at the Cherokee County Arts Center, 94 North Street, Canton. For more information, please contact Kim Bates at (770) 617-7595 or email him at kbphotoart@comcast.net.
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New Treatments Available for Afib BY PETER JUNGBLUT, M.D., MBA
Atrial fibrillation (Afib) is an abnormal rhythm of the heart that can sometimes lead to an accelerated heart rate. Millions of Americans experience Afib every year and some are at risk for serious medical complications and even stroke, which can lead to brain damage and death. Most people who develop Afib are over the age of 65, and it is more common in men and people with Dr. Peter Jungblut underlying heart disease. is senior vice president and In Afib, the upper chambers of the medical director heart contract erratically, sending blood of WellStar Medical Group. into the ventricles in an uncoordinated way. This can also lead the lower chambers of the heart to contract at a faster rate. Symptoms include palpitations, mild chest discomfort, lightheadedness, shortness of breath or fatigue. The most serious complication associated with Afib is stroke. People with Afib have sluggish and erratic blood flow that causes blood clots. When a piece of the blood clot breaks off, it can enter the bloodstream and travel to the brain, obstructing blood flow at the end of an artery, which can cause a stroke.
Treatments Lowering blood clot formation: The likelihood of clot formation can be lowered with the use of blood thinners, which traditionally require frequent blood testing and dosing changes. Newer blood thinners don’t require regular tests. Not all patients are candidates for these medications, which are also costly, so it’s best to speak with your doctor to find the right medication for you. Cardioversion: Cardioversion is a treatment that attempts to return the heart to a regular rhythm with an electric current or medication. Heart rate control: Heart rate control can be accomplished with medications or minimally invasive treatments including radio-frequency ablation with or without pacemaker implantation, cryoablation or other interventions like a maze procedure or convergent care now offered at WellStar Kennestone Hospital, the only hospital that performs this highly successful new procedure in Georgia. Afib rarely goes away on its own and is often indicative of underlying heart disease. Thanks to advances in medicine and technology, patients have an increasing array of options for lowering risk for stroke and achieving a more normal heart rhythm. If you have uncontrolled arrhythmia, I encourage you to see your doctor today.
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School & Sports
Winter Break in Woodstock
Destinations: Museums Offer Special Exhibits BY LYNNE WATTS
Parents looking for camps and activities for their children to attend during the winter break, Feb. 16-20, may want to look into the following options. YMCA Camps: The Woodstock and Canton locations will host camps for children ages 5-12, 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Feb. 16-20. Cost is $29 per day. Campers will need lunch, two snacks, a refillable water bottle, backpack, jacket, closed-toe shoes, swimsuit and towel. Register online at www.ymcaregistration.com or contact Erik Bullock at (770) 591-3502. Cherokee Recreation and Parks Association: Non-Stop Action Camp is a series of daily field trips to fun places around the area, as well as scheduled activities at the recreation center. Children will need a lunch, two snacks and daily drinks. For more details, visit www.crpa.net. Destinations are: • Skating at Sparkles Skate Center on Feb. 16. Skates are included but children can bring money for more advanced skates or bring skates from home. Lunch is provided. 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. • Trampoline fun at Sky Zone in Kennesaw. Children should wear comfortable athletic clothing. Socks provided by Sky Zone. Lunch is not provided. 12:15-3:30 p.m. • Movies at Cherokee 16 in Woodstock. Movie times will be announced the day before the trip. Lunch isn’t provided. • Chuck E Cheese adventure will include 16 tokens per child. Lunch provided. 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. • Swimming at the Cherokee County Aquatic Center, 10 a.m.2:30 p.m. Children need a swimsuit, towel and change of clothes and must be able to pass a swim test to play on the Wibit. Lunch provided. Elm Street Cultural Arts Camp: Campers will produce and perform “The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” in five days. Hours will be 9 a.m.-3 p.m. (drop off begins at 8:30 a.m.) for ages 5-14 (current kindergarten through 8th grade students). The performance will be at 3 p.m. Feb. 20. Family and friends may attend at no charge. $5 tickets for the general public. Camp fee is $220, and includes all materials, costuming and a digital download of their final performance. Register at www. elmstreetarts.org.
Celebrate Presidents’ Day and Black History Month with visits to local museums. Perhaps the best known is the Jimmy Carter Presidential Library & Museum, a repository for photographs and historical memorabilia from the Carter presidency. Follow the important events of Jimmy Carter’s life and career through a permanent Lynne Watts is an exhibit that features photographs author, speaker, coach, mom and counselor with interpretive text. Visit an exact for Cherokee County schools. Follow replica of the Oval Office and imagine her at the official business that takes place http://acalledwoman. com/, http://lynnewatts. in that space. View the head of state com and http:// gifts that Carter received during his wyatthewonderdog. com. presidency, including a stunning replica of the crown of St. Stephen. The High Museum of Art features a special exhibition, Segregation Story, showcasing more than 40 color photographs originally taken by African-American photographer Gordon Parks, for a “Life” magazine photo essay, entitled The Restraints: Open and Hidden. The photographs provide a unique perspective as they chronicle the story of three multigenerational families living in Mobile, Ala. These poignant and intimate images capture the everyday details of the daily struggles with segregated living in the 1950s. A lesser known, but equally fascinating, museum is the Michael C. Carlos Museum located on the main campus of Emory University. It houses permanent exhibits of a wide array of extraordinary treasures from ancient cultures. From February through June 21, the museum will host African Cosmos: Stellar Arts, a major exhibition on loan from the National Museum of African Art at the Smithsonian. This exhibit will explore the connection between African cultural astronomy and both traditional and contemporary African art. Celestial bodies such as the sun, moon, stars and other heavenly phenomena have long provided inspiration for stories of origin and ritual practices in African culture. A hidden gem and one of the best values around is the Booth Western Art Museum in Cartersville. The only museum of its kind in the Southeast, it is also the second largest art museum in Georgia. The main galleries feature Western artists of the 20th and 21st centuries. Beginning Feb. 14, it will host the special exhibit, The President’s Photographer: Fifty Years Inside the White House. See rare images from the Kennedy years to the Obama administration, all from the intimate perspective of the White House photographer. SIXES LIVING | February 2015
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Students Access Technology through New iPad Lab Woodstock Elementary School has opened the school’s first iPad lab. Technology teacher Kristen Brooks, who has taught Woodstock Elementary students in a traditional computer lab for the last 10 years, put together the plan for the lab. She obtained fun and functional furnishings for the room through donations from BrainPOP and E-line Media. The school purchased 30 iPads with Title 1 funds, which are federal dollars allocated to schools that serve a high percentage of economically disadvantaged students. Forty-five percent of the students at Woodstock Elementary qualify for free or reduced price lunch and have limited access to technology at home. Students will rotate through the lab once every few days.
Andrew Tweet (left) and Dylan Dogbe with teacher Regel Jackson.
Charter Academy Geography Champs Cherokee Charter Academy recently held a geography bee sponsored by the National Geographic Society. Sixth-grader Andrew Tweet was the winner, and fifth-grader Dylan Dogbe was the runner-up. The competition was for grades four through eight and contestants participated by answering questions about U.S. and world geography including countries, capitals and physical features.
Students check out a new app on iPads purchased for the school with Title 1 funds.
Students Complete Requirements for Certification Woodstock High School Early Childhood Development Career Pathway students are the first in the Cherokee County School District to earn adult and pediatric CPR/ AED certification. Completing the requirements for both certifications is required for students who are earning career certifications to work with young children. Twentyeight students took part in CPR and fire safety training. Cherokee County Fire and Emergency Services safety educator Sgt. Babette Davis and the American Heart Association provided training and assistance. Students said it was empowering to gain life-saving skills. “I loved getting certified because it’s made me a lot more confident in babysitting young kids,” said student Mykhalia Chepelsky. Students who earned the certification include, from left, front row: Isabel Horta, Tyler Maczko, Ashley Van De Ryt and Rachel Rhodes; second row: Rebecca Velazquez, Ciara Stowe, Ashley Casado and Marina Buromskikh; back row: Stephanie Velez, Erica Cofer, Emily Hamburg and Kayla Ousley. 50
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Grant to Provide Recess Equipment R.M. Moore Elementary School recently won a $3,783 grant from Fuel Up to Play 60, a program founded by the National Dairy Council and the National Football League, in collaboration with U.S. Department of Agriculture, that promotes healthy eating and active play for students. The grant application was submitted by the school’s cafeteria staff and the funds will be used to purchase recess equipment and incentives for students. For more information about the program, visit www.fueluptoplay60.com Celebrating the grant are (from left): Rashida Shoemaker of Fuel Up to Play and the school’s assistant cafeteria manager Trish McClellan, student ambassador Kinsley Robeson, principal Jan Adamson, P.E. teacher Amberly Brown and student ambassador Gavin McClellan.
Students Learn from High Museum Exhibits Students from Cherokee Charter Academy’s middle school art, music and band programs recently explored art exhibits at the High Museum of Art in Atlanta. They visited exhibits that featured elements of music, including Make a Joyful Noise and Cézanne and the Modern. Students learned about complementary and harmonious colors in art, the Renaissance cultural movement and PostImpressionism through an audio guided tour.
Woodstock Wolverine Band Members Prepare for Trip to Ireland The Woodstock High School Marching Wolverines are preparing for their first international trip. Band members will join marching ensembles from around the globe to provide music for the St. Patrick’s Festival Parade on March 17 in Dublin, Ireland. Attended by more than 500,000 spectators, St. Patrick’s Festival is a fourday celebration culminating with the parade through downtown Dublin. Woodstock High will be represented by 94 student musicians in the parade and 40 chaperones and family members will join them on a week-long tour of Ireland. Band members are currently raising funds for the trip. For information about sponsorships, visit www.woodstockwolverineband.com or contact Tori Lawton at wwbbtreasurer@comcast.net.
Farm Bureau Sponsors Art Contest
Students Carson Reeder, Christian Deneka, Andred Cook and Noah Fornuto at the High Museum of Art.
Cherokee County students in grades nine through 12 are encouraged to enter the Georgia Farm Bureau Art Contest. Artwork should be drawn in black ink or dark soft lead pencil on an 8 ½- x 11- inch piece of white paper and should be camera ready. Drawings will be judged on artistic merit and how well the art represents modern agriculture found in Cherokee County or Georgia’s agriculture industry. Entries must be received at the Cherokee County Farm Bureau office by Feb. 18. The first place county winner will receive a $100 Walmart gift card and be entered in the Georgia Farm Bureau District 1 competition. Second place will receive a $75 Walmart gift card. District winners will advance to the state competition. For more information, call (770) 479-1481 or visit www.gfb.org/programs/aic/. SIXES LIVING | February 2015
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Young Life - Going All Out For Kids BY ASHLEY SNOW / CHAIR OF YOUNG LIFE CHEROKEE COUNTY COMMITTEE
When I was in high school, my favorite night of the week was Monday night because that was the night I gathered with my high school friends in the basement of someone’s home for Young Life Club. For a few hours, we could laugh together, play crazy games, sing our favorite songs and hear one of our leaders share about God’s great love for us. The positive impact my leaders had on my life is the reason I Ashley Snow has been involved with became a Young Life leader. Young Life as a Young Life began more than seven student participant, a decades ago with the simple idea of volunteer leader and as a committee person. sharing the truth of God’s love with During the day, Ashley adolescents. Young Life leaders go into works as a deputy chief assistant district the world of kids, crossing barriers to attorney in the Office of build bridges of authentic friendship the District Attorney in Cherokee County. with no expectation of who kids should be, but with every hope for who they can become. Kids’ lives are dramatically influenced when caring adults come alongside them and share God’s love with them.
For that reason you will find Young Life leaders cheering with kids in the bleachers on a Friday night at the high school football game, attending high school plays or sharing lunch with kids in the school cafeteria. This interaction is what we call “contact work” but kids and leaders just call it friendship. In order to facilitate our vision to introduce kids to God’s love, Young Life offers structured opportunities for adolescents to come together in a safe and fun environment: club, summer camp, and Campaigners Bible study. In the past, Young Life has been active in Cherokee County, but currently we do not have an active club. What we do have is a Young Life committee composed of adults whose vision is to have a Young Life club for every high school community in Cherokee County. For our vision to become reality, we need parents, community leaders and other like-minded individuals to join us. Our committee meets the second Thursday of every month at 7 p.m., and our prayer team meets the third Saturday of every month at 9 a.m. We would love to have you join us. If you are interested, please email laraashleysnow@aol.com for meeting locations. You can read more about Young Life at www. younglife.org.
In the Community of Faith Annual Fish Fry The 6th annual fish fry at St. Clement’s Episcopal Church begins Feb. 20 and runs every Friday through March 27. Hours are 5-7:30 p.m. The church is at 2795 Ridge Road, Canton. (770) 345-6722. www.stclementscanton.org. Women’s Prayer Breakfast “A Call to Holiness” women’s ministry is sponsoring a women’s prayer breakfast starting with the 9 a.m. mass Feb. 21. Guest speaker is Dianne Armstrong, a St. Michael’s member. The event ends at 12:30 p.m. www.acalltoholiness.org Dinner for Valentine’s Day Sixes United Methodist is hosting a Valentine’s Day dinner and a version of The Newlywed Game at 6 p.m. Feb. 14. Dr. Joe McKechnie, senior pastor, will offer a renewal of wedding vows. Proceeds from the dinner will go toward the mission trip to Haiti, scheduled for March 5-12. www.sixesumc.org. Reinhardt University Gets Donation Georgia Power made a $3,000 donation to Reinhardt University’s A DAY campaign, which has a goal of raising $100,000. Created in 1988, the A DAY for Reinhardt 52
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campaign is an annual effort to provide support for Cherokee County students attending Reinhardt University. A DAY helps to fund the University’s Cherokee County Grant Program, which gives eligible students the opportunity to receive as much as $8,000 during their four years at the University. Since A DAY’s inception, more than $3 million in Cherokee County grants have been awarded to local deserving students. For more information about A DAY, visit www.reinhardt.edu/advancement Preschool Registration Open Timothy Lutheran School in Woodstock and Mt. Zion Baptist in the Holly Springs/Hickory Flat area are accepting registrations for the 2015-16 preschool year. Timothy Lutheran’s school hours are 9 a.m.-1 p.m., with extended hours starting at 8 a.m. and ending at 3 p.m. Classes range from toddler’s morning out to transitional Kindergarten. For details, call Barbara Bowler at (770) 924-7995 or visit www.tlcwoodstock.org. The church is at 556 Arnold Mill Road. Mt. Zion Baptist hosts children ages 18 months to four years, with class hours 9 a.m.-noon and an opportunity for an hour
“lunch bunch” at the end of the day. The church is at 4096 East Cherokee Dr. (770) 479-3324. www.mtzb.org. Ash Wednesday Services Sixes United Methodist Church, 8385 Bells Ferry Road, Canton. 7 p.m. Feb. 18. www.sixesumc.org. Timothy Lutheran Church, 556 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock. 11 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. Feb. 18 with worship, imposition of ashes and Holy Communion. Family meal follows the evening service. www.tlcwoodstock.org. St. Clement’s Episcopal Church, 2795 Ridge Road, Canton. 9 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. Feb. 18. (770) 345-6722. www.stclementscanton.org. Introduction to Buddhism Emerson Unitarian Universalist Congregation is hosting new curriculum discussing Buddhism, with three 90-minute classes set to begin at 7 p.m. on Feb. 12, 19 and 26. Teacher David Dixon will share his experiences and show how meditation works. Emerson is at 4010 Canton Road, Marietta. (770) 5781533. www.emersonuu.org.
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Faith
It’s Never Too Late to Start Over BY DR. JOE MCKECHNIE
Harland had it rough. He dropped out of school during the sixth grade. To make ends meet, he had a wide assortment of odd jobs, many of which didn’t last long: farmhand, army mule-tender, fireman, railroad worker, lawyer, insurance salesman, ferryboat operator, tire salesman, (unsuccessful) political candidate, gas station operator, motel manager, and Dr. Joe McKechnie is finally, restaurateur. At times he felt the senior pastor of like a failure. Others far less sensitive Sixes United Methodist Church, and a member labeled him a “loser.” of the Sixes Living Despite his lack of success in the community board. Email him at workplace, Harland had some talent. joe@sixesumc.org. When he was six years old, his father died and his mom had to go to work. That left young Harland as the one who had to cook dinner for his younger siblings. And cooking was something that Harland would always enjoy. Later in life he became the chief cook and bottle washer at a small restaurant in Corbin, Kentucky. He had lofty goals for this establishment, and the business was doing well until the new highway bypassed the restaurant.
The years “He felt as if the continued to fly government was by, but Harland’s fortunes didn’t feeling sorry for him, change. He lived telling him that he was with regret and even a bit no longer a productive maybe of shame. Life had part of society.” passed him by.
This inner rage really came out on the fateful day when the postman delivered Harland’s first Social Security check. For the first time, Harland felt old. He felt as if the government was feeling sorry for him, telling him that he was no longer a productive part of society. Despite failing so any times before, Harland set out to prove everyone wrong. He took that meager Social Security check and he started a new business. His passion for cooking paid off. For this man who seemingly failed at everything would now find success. You see, this man who started from scratch at retirement age was Harland Sanders - the late Colonel Sanders of Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) fame. continued on page 60
Happy New Year: More than a Superficial Greeting BY PASTOR CARL A. MOORE, SR.
Happy New Year is the overwhelming greeting of the season. It’s an expression uttered around the world. As the clock strikes midnight on Dec. 31, a New Year is born and the slogan “Happy New Year” rings forth. The slogan implies hope, desire, expectation and optimism of the future. It speaks of a better tomorrow than was experienced in days past. Carl A. Moore, Sr. That universal phrase is a wish for has served as the senior pastor of Allen better times and better things for all, a Temple A.M.E. Church desire for favor, prosperity, enjoyment in Woodstock since 1993. He is married and peace. This is the timeless to Gloria Jean Ezekiel anticipation of the new year. Moore. They have three children (all married) We believe if it’s new, then at least and nine grandchildren. it has the opportunity of being better. I believe this optimism surrounding “new” is grounded in God’s word, for Psalm 96:1 encourages, “O sing unto the Lord a new song,” implying that new is better. And Revelation 21:5 saying to us: “Behold, I make all things new.” Newness even in God’s Word suggests a hopefulness of something better. However, let’s not be naïve. Simply speaking the words 54
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“Happy New Year” does not somehow magically ensure for the speaker this reality. On the other hand, a happy new year is possible. The question then becomes, how can it be assured? Well, to have a happy new year spiritually first requires that one is in right standing with the Lord. That comes as a result of “The New Birth.” Many people have dreamed of starting over again, saying “if I could just go back, I would change this or I would not do that.” While that is not physically possible, one can start over again through spiritual rebirth. Acts 16:31 states, “Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ,” which brings new birth. And Romans 3:22 assures us that when we believe in the Lord, He accepts and forgives us, declares us not guilty and we become His righteousness. That is to say, we are made to be as though we had never sinned. Yes, that new birth makes for a happy new year. Additionally, a happy new year not only requires a new
Well, to have a happy new year spiritually first requires that one is in right standing with the Lord.
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Chasing the Clouds Away PHOTOS BY DARLEEN PREM
Pet owners took advantage of a recent sunny day to visit Woofstock Park, which is connected to the Town to Creek and Noonday Creek trails via a trailhead and bridge that recently opened, part of the Woodstock Trails courtesy of Greenprints Alliance. The park has off-leash areas for large and small breed dogs, a shade structure, fountains, benches and restrooms.
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February Celebrations in Downtown Woodstock BY JENNA HILL
February plans in downtown Woodstock this month will include both Valentine’s Day and Arbor Day celebrations. Arbor Day in Georgia is traditionally observed on the third Friday in February - which falls on Feb. 20 this year. Although national Arbor Day is in April, it’s too warm during that month to plant trees in Georgia. The recommendation is to plant trees Jenna Hill is a Tourism between November and mid-March Information Assistant at the Woodstock so they will have a better chance of Visitors Center. becoming established before the onset jehill@woodstockga.gov of summer heat. To celebrate Arbor Day, Woodstock officials will give away 800 tree seedlings of many varieties. A free booklet with very important tree care info also will be available. Seedlings and tree care guides can be picked up between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Feb. 20 at the following locations: • Woodstock Visitors Center at Dean’s Store 8588 Main Street
• Woodstock’s Magnolia Hall (Behind Magnolia Thomas Restaurant) 108 Arnold Mill Road • City Hall Annex 12453 Highway 92 • Woodstock Senior Center 223 Arnold Mill Road For more information, call (770) 024-0406. If you want to celebrate Valentine’s day in downtown Woodstock this year, you will not be disappointed. Stores and restaurants will be offering specials and since the holiday falls on the weekend, you can make a day of it. Start off by browsing through the stores downtown, or walk along the Town to Creek Trail. You could also take a ride on the Woodstock Trolley. For those of you who have never ridden the trolley, I highly recommend it. It is a very convenient and fun way to get around. There are plans to expand the destination stops and possibly add a stop in Towne Lake. End your Valentine’s day with dinner at a great restaurant, many of which offer special menu items just for the occasion. For more information on the trolley, visit www. downtownwoodstock.org/woodstock-trolley.
The Downtown Buzz is held at the Chambers at City Center (8534 Main Street) on the last Friday of the month and begins at 8 a.m. unless otherwise noted. For more information on the Downtown Buzz program or to suggest a topic for consideration, please contact Mitzi at (770) 592-6056. Business Membership Information: $80 investment per year (2 reps) + $30 investment per year for each additional rep Subscription to email newsletter Main Street Woodstock decal Downtown Buzz meeting (monthly) Individual and nonMember appreciation event profit memberships Access to workshops also available Directory listing on website Ribbon cutting or groundbreaking Hobnob - a social event (quarterly) SIXES LIVING | February 2015
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Experience Elm Street Where Were You in 1985? BY G. LORA GROOMS
G. Lora Grooms is the director for the Elm Street Cultural Arts Village. She has been teaching, writing, directing and performing in the Atlanta area since 1990. You can reach her at director@ elmstreetarts.org
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Thirty years ago. The 1980s... Reaganomics, “Back to the Future,” Madonna, “Rocky IV,” Whitney Houston, Pictionary, Michael Jackson, New Coke... Where were you and what were you doing? I was out West raising four children between the ages of 2 and 7, baking whole wheat bread and canning bushels of tomatoes given to me by a kindly neighbor. (I am not making this up.) And sewing clothes. And running a children’s choir for an opera company. But, I digress... Due to these important activities, I kinda missed the ’80s altogether. Even disco. I’m guessing some of you with growing families also
missed it. For those who missed the ’80s or those who would like to have a nostalgic visit for a couple of musical hours, the Elm Street Cultural Arts Village has “The Wedding Singer” live on stage this month. Based on the film starring Adam Sandler and Drew Barrymore, “The Wedding Singer” does for the 1980s what “Hairspray” did for the 1960s. Robbie Hart is New Jersey’s favorite wedding singer, though he really planned on being a rock star. His fiancée, Linda, leaves him at the altar declaring she was attracted to the rock star, not the wedding singer. Devastated, Robbie can no longer put his heart into singing love songs at other couples’ wedding receptions. Along comes Julia, a sweet young waitress who turns his life around. But she’s engaged to someone else, a materialistic creep who doesn’t deserve her. Julia and Robbie have to find a way to each other before it’s too late. The lively, adult cast production is timed for Valentine’s Day weekend—Feb. 13, 14, 15 and Feb. 20, 21, 22—so if you’re looking for a creative way to pop the question we can help you with that. Conveniently, there is a song in the show called “Pop!” Call the cultural arts village’s office at (678)494-4251 for details. So, come on over to Elm Street for some ’80s sights and sounds and just say yes to the most romantic musical in years. (The show is rated PG-13, so be sure to leave the young ones at home. But be sure to bring them in March to see “The Emperor’s New Clothes.”)
The Elm Street Cultural Arts Village has “The Wedding Singer” live on stage this month.
DOWNTOWN WOODSTOCK DINING GUIDE RESTAURANT Canyons 335 Chambers St. 678-494-8868 canyonsburgercompany.com
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J Miller’s Smokehouse 156 Towne Lake Pkwy. 770-592-8295 jmillerssmokehouse.com Magnolia Thomas 108 Arnold Mill Rd. 678-445-5789 magnoliathomas.com
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healthy teeth and gums. Your vet can examine your pet, assess the status of his or her oral health and develop a treatment and prevention plan. While a vet can help, prevention starts at home with daily brushing, special diets, dental treats and toys. February is National Pet Dental Health Month, and many veterinary clinics offer specials on dental care. Use this opportunity to talk with your veterinarian and get Fido’s funky breath under control.
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office. The music continued to play as I held my jealous wife in my arms. This was not “Endless Love.” This was “Endless Dance.” Would you please shut up already, Lionel? “It wasn’t that we ever danced to this song,” I explained disingenuously. “It’s just that whenever I hear it, I think about you and how much I love you.” It was the right thing to say—a good line, really—but I delivered it half-heartedly, in a perfunctory, oh-let-me-just-say-it-and-get-it-over-with sort of way. Ann surprised me by laughing out loud. She seemed delighted by my obvious lack of candor. “Oh, really?” She batted her eyelashes coquettishly. “Do you really mean it?” “Oh, yes,” I responded, smiling at her like a used car salesman. “I would never lie to you, my darling.” Ann laughed again. And remarkably, she rested her face against my chest with a smile on her face. Her body relaxed. “I’m sorry I’ve been so stressed out lately,” she said a few moments later. My plan had worked after all! Ann had actually melted in my arms. What a remarkable mystery is womanhood. Maybe it’s not choosing the right song that matters most. Sometimes, you get credit just for the effort.
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Are You Suffering From Sinusitis? continued from page 42
office, where the patient and physician can review the results together at the same appointment. When medical therapy fails, there are sinus procedures that can be done in the office, as well as traditional sinus surgery that can be performed to open the sinuses and nasal airway.
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wonderful team of board members who have given so much of the time, effort and funds to make this program successful. I also want to thank our city council, which has shown us lots of support. I didn’t really want to leave the downtown that I love so much, so I feel very happy that I have found a position with a local company. I will still be able to be very much a part of my downtown community, and for that I am grateful. I can’t wait for a whole new set of challenges and opportunities.
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birth, but also that we plot a new direction. No one should do the same old things the same old way and somehow expect different results. We need new goals and objectives, new aims and ambitions, new purpose and resolution. We should take a lesson from Paul’s words recorded in Philippians 3:13-14, where he states: “Forgetting the past and looking forward to what lies ahead, I press on to reach the end of the race and receive the heavenly prize for which God, through Christ Jesus, is calling us.” So, let’s not allow anything to divert our eyes from our goal of a new life and new direction. With the focus of an athlete in training, we must move away from everything that may distract us from being all the Lord would have us to become. For with the new birth and a new direction, we will be positioned for a happy, happy, “Happy New Year.” Be blessed.
As we embark on a new year, may you be mindful of the new opportunities, challenges and blessings that God is continually bringing about! There’s a powerful hymn (written in 1923) that proclaims, Great is Thy Faithfulness Great is Thy Faithfulness Morning by Morning New Mercies I see All I Have Needed, Thy Hand Has Provided Great is Thy Faithfulness, Lord Unto Me. Regardless of your age or regardless of your past, you are never too far gone for God. We have a God who is for us, and not against us, and his fresh mercies are continually being poured upon us. Don’t judge me by my past – I don’t live there anymore! 60
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SIXES AREA HOMES DECEMBER SixesSOLD LivingIN Sales for December 2014 List Price
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$ 145,000.00 $ 155,000.00 $ 164,900.00 $ 165,000.00 $ 189,900.00 $ 225,000.00 $ 305,900.00 $ 250,000.00 $ 258,000.00 $ 265,000.00 $ 289,900.00 $ 299,900.00 $ 300,000.00 $ 325,000.00 $ 449,900.00 $ 449,900.00 $ 225,000.00 $ 149,999.00 $ 165,000.00 $ 168,900.00 $ 169,900.00 $ 123,600.00 $ 379,000.00 $ 189,900.00 $ 189,900.00 $ 203,145.00 $ 219,900.00 $ 229,900.00 $ 215,000.00 $ 237,587.00 $ 292,900.00 $ 315,000.00 $ 359,000.00 $ 399,000.00
2011 Toonigh RD 6030 Jonathan TRCE 208 Mossy PT 2021 Greenhill PASS 331 Laurel Glen XING 634 Steel Bridge RD 903 Gold Ridge CT 1042 Bridge Mill AVE 4058 Gold Mill RDG 102 Misty Valley DR 352 WOODBROOK CRST 438 Gold XING 1078 Boxwood LN 218 Harbor RDG 3014 Woodbridge LN 501 MILLWOOD CT 537 Crestmont LN 406 Cobalt Valley LN 249 Diamond Valley PASS 190 Diamond Ridge Ave 161 Diamond Ridge AVE 513 Sautee PL 202 Madison Falls CT 1008 Fox Hollow TRL 311 Abbey CT 943 Duncan TER 725 Berkeley TER 623 Lorimore PASS 651 Syemore PASS 219 South Village SQ 216 South Village SQ 736 Crescent CIR 150 Lake Reserve WAY 766 Crescent CIR
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See all the photos and details of these sold listings at http://SLDEC2014.KurtandSheilaTeam.com $ 236,965.00 $ 159,000.00 $ 169,900.00 $ 275,000.00 $ 319,900.00 $ 174,900.00 $ 299,900.00 $ 299,900.00 $ 145,000.00 $ 144,900.00 $ 144,900.00 $ 99,900.00 $ 165,000.00 $ 159,900.00 $ 225,990.00 $ 232,990.00 $ 233,990.00 $ 139,900.00 $ 125,000.00 $ 140,000.00 $ 173,900.00 $ 237,500.00 $ 243,987.00 $ 249,456.00 $ 249,456.00 $ 214,900.00 $ 222,995.00 $ 179,000.00 $ 145,000.00
669 Lorimore PASS 137 Hidden Lake CIR 147 Hidden Lake CIR 1055 Blankets Creek DR 600 Creekview CIR 303 Honeysuckle TER 1020 Al CV 504 Middlebrooke TRCE 1620 Morgan WALK 5115 Shadowood DR 203 Cole CT 1815 Toonigh RD 111 Plumeria ST 908 Gardenia CURV 240 Providence Walk CT 323 Providence Walk WAY 207 Providence Walk CT 119 Swanee LN 288 Hiawassee DR 270 Hiawassee DR 508 TALLAPOOSA TRL 206 Amylou CIR 401 Payne RD 407 Payne RD 113 Camdyn RD 516 Gardenview RD 502 Prominence CIR 307 Split Rail WAY 204 Cole CT
Harmony on the Lakes Glen Hidden Lake Hidden Lake Highland Point Highland Point Holly Creek Estates Holly Ridge Middlebrooke Morgan Falls Mountain Brook None Pine Acres Prominence Court Prominence Point Providence Walk Providence Walk Providence Walk River Park Rivers Edge Rivers Edge At River Park Rivers Edge at River Park Riverside Riverside Riverside Riverside Station At Prominence Station at Prominence Taylors Farm The Village Of Lake Norton
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We have seen a surge lately in buyer activity. Seize this opportunity to sell. Rates can only go up from here which will make homes less affordable for buyers using financing.
364 4 7 150 249 16 94 27 3 2 37 15 7 20 148 213 185 16 56 16 194 93 42 33 74 79 50 7 40
$ 230,000.00 $ 149,500.00 $ 158,100.00 $ 265,500.00 $ 324,176.00 $ 174,900.00 $ 275,000.00 $ 299,900.00 $ 140,000.00 $ 137,700.00 $ 134,000.00 $ 102,500.00 $ 166,500.00 $ 151,000.00 $ 225,990.00 $ 232,990.00 $ 234,990.00 $ 138,000.00 $ 122,500.00 $ 142,000.00 $ 173,900.00 $ 232,500.00 $ 241,321.00 $ 241,606.00 $ 243,279.00 $ 214,900.00 $ 228,720.00 $ 175,750.00 $ 140,000.00
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Town to Creek Trail - This 0.57 mile paved trail begins at Market Street in downtown Woodstock one block west of Main Street. It continues downhill toward Noonday Creek where it intersects with the Noonday Creek & Towne Lake Pass trails. Noonday Creek Trail - This 0.86 mile paved trail is a continuation of the Town to Creek trail meandering along Noonday Creek. It intersects the future Towne Lake Pass trail and the bridge to Woofstock Park. Trestle Rock Trail - This 0.40 mile paved trail is located in Olde Rope Mill Park and is an easy flat trail on the banks of Little River. Towne Lake Pass (2015) - This approx. 1.2-mile trail will connect the Towne Lake community to downtown along the banks of Noonday Creek. It will begin at the interesection of Towne Lake Parkway and Towne Lake Hills South. Rubes Creek Trail (2015) - This 1-mile paved trail runs along Rubes Creek and will ultimately connect into a larger run of trails. 62
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SCHOOL INFORMATION PUBLIC SCHOOLS ACE Principal: Mr. Richard Landolt 3921 Holly Springs Pkwy., Holly Springs 30142 (770) 345-2005
Johnston Elementary Principal: Kathleen Chandler 2031 East Cherokee Dr. Woodstock 30188 (770) 928-2910
Middle & High School Principal: Richard Goff Elementary School: Robert Lester
Mountain Road Elementary Principal: Jennifer Landry 615 Mountain Rd., Woodstock 30188 (770) 664-9708
Compass Prep Academy Director: Laura George www.compassprep.org info@compassprep.org (404) 643-9424
Indian Knoll Elementary Principal: Dr. Ann Gazell 3635 Univeter Rd., Canton 30115 (770) 721-6600
Furtah Preparatory School Headmaster: Fred Furtah 5496 Highway 92, Acworth 30102 (678) 574-6488
Holly Springs Elementary — STEM Academy Principal: Dr. Dianne Steinbeck 1965 Hickory Rd., Canton 30115 (770) 345-5035
Harvest Baptist School 3460 Kellogg Creek Road, Acworth 30102 Principal: Jamie Smithey (770) 974-9091
Woodstock High School Principal: Dr. Paul Weir 2010 Towne Lake Hills South Dr. Woodstock 30189 (770) 592-3500
Holdheide Education K-2 5234 Old Highway 5, Woodstock Principal: Tammy Dorsten (770) 516-2292 www.MyGiftedKids.org
R.M. Moore Elementary Principal: Jan Adamson 1375 Puckett Rd., Waleska 30183 (770) 479-3978
Woodstock Middle Principal: Mark Smith 2000 Towne Lake Hills South Dr. Woodstock 30189 (770) 592-3516
Lyndon Academy Headmaster: Linda Murdock 485 Toonigh Rd., Woodstock 30188 (770) 926-0166
Liberty Elementary Principal: Doug Knott 10500 Bells Ferry Rd., Canton 30114 (770) 345-6411
Freedom Middle Principal: Shelia Grimes 10550 Bells Ferry Rd., Canton 30114 (770) 345-4100
Canton Elementary — STEM Academy Principal: Beth Long 712 Marietta Hwy., Canton 30114 (770) 720-6100
Sixes Elementary Principal: Cindy Crews 20 Ridge Rd., Canton 30114 (770) 345-3070
Hasty Elementary — Fine Arts Academy Principal: Izell McGruder 205 Brown Industrial Pkwy., Canton 30114 (770) 479-1600
Woodstock Elementary Principal: Dr. Christy Bowling 230 Rope Mill Rd., Woodstock 30188 (770) 926-6969
Sequoyah High School Principal: Elliott Berman 4485 Hickory Rd., Canton 30115 (770) 345-1474
Cherokee Charter Academy Principal: Dr. Scott O’Prey 2126 Sixes Rd. Canton 30114 (678) 385-7322
Cherokee High School Principal: Debra Murdock 930 Marietta Hwy., Canton 30114 (770) 479-4112 Teasley Middle Principal: Dr. Susan Zinkil 8871 Knox Bridge Hwy., Canton 30114 (770) 479-7077 Clayton Elementary Principal: John Hultquist 221 Upper Burris Rd., Canton 30114 (770) 479-2550 Knox Elementary School Principal: Tammy Sandell 151 River Bend Way, Canton 30114 (770) 345-4307
Dean Rusk Middle Principal: Cindy Cooper 4695 Hickory Rd., Canton 30115 (770) 345-2832 Hickory Flat Elementary Principal: Whitney Nolan 2755 East Cherokee Dr., Canton 30115 (770) 345-6841
PRIVATE SCHOOLS Cherokee Christian Academy and Cherokee Christian High School 3075 Trickum Road, Woodstock (678) 494-5464 www.cherokeechristian.org
Homeschool Homeschool Community Classical Conversations Woodstock Director: Cari Lingerfelt carinwoody@bellsouth.net
Cherokee County School District Calendar at a Glance Feb. 16-20
No School
March 30- April 3
No School
Cafeteria account information: www.mypaymentsplus.com Aspen: https://sis.cherokee.k12. ga.us/aspen/home.do School District Website: www.cherokee.k12.ga.us
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SIXES AREA CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS Business Organizations Canton Cherokee Business and Professional Women’s Club Meets: Noon on third Thursdays at Canton IHOP Contact: Glenda Hinton (770) 345-1751 Canton Communicators Toastmasters Club Meets: Noon-1:15 p.m. Thursdays at the Canton YMCA Contact: Steven Van Schooten, (770) 3668224. www.toastmasters.org Cherokee Area Business Connection Meets: 7:15 a.m. Wednesdays Contact: Marci Zied, (770) 345-8687 customerservice@aloveoftravel.com Cherokee B2B Network Meets: 8 a.m. second and fourth Thursdays at Best Western, 705 Transit Ave., Canton 30114 Contact: (770) 781-3452. www.CherokeeB2B.com
Contact: Marie Blackwell (770) 378-0759 www.fosteroradopt.org Cherokee County Senior Services offers educational, social, leisure and recreational activities for senior citizens. Contact: (770) 345-2675 www.cherokeega.com Cherokee County Special Olympics provides year-round sports training and athletic competition for children and adults with intellectual disabilities. www.cherokeecountyspecialolympics.org Cherokee County Family Violence Center offers emergency shelter and crisis intervention, affordable housing, education, support services. Contact: (770) 479-1703, in Spanish (770) 7207050, www.cfvc.org
Cherokee Toastmasters Club. Meets: noon-1:15 p.m. Wednesdays at the Bank of North Georgia, 200 Parkway 575, Woodstock 30188. Contact: Richard Stacy at (843) 697-5189, richbstacy@ gmail.com. www.cherokeetoastmasters.com
Cherokee Fellowship of Christian Athletes challenges professional, college, high school, junior high and youth level coaches and athletes to use athletics to impact the world for Christ. Contact: Bill Queen (404) 441-3508 www.cherokeefca.org
Empowered Women Through Synergy Meets: Third Thursday at 8.30 a.m. at J Christopher’s in Downtown Woodstock Contact: Shahida Baig (678) 445-3900 Facebook: Empowered Women Through Synergy
Cherokee FOCUS works to improve the lives of children and families through collaborative programs and initiatives. Contact: Sonia Carruthers (770) 345-5483 www.cherokeefocus.org
Woodstock Business Networking Group Meets: 7:30 a.m. Tuesdays at Atlanta Bread Company, 180 Woodstock Square Ave. Contact: Lee West (770) 591-7101
Community Veterinary Care provides professional veterinary care for pets whose owners have limited financial means. Contact: (678) 640-3512 www.communityveterinarycare.com
Charitable Organizations Ahimsa House for victims of domestic violence who need help getting their pets to safety. Contact: 24-hour line (404) 452-6248 Info (404) 496-4038. www.ahimsahouse.org American Heart Association - Cherokee Division Contact: (678) 385-2013 American Red Cross metro chapter Contact: (770) 428-2695 Angel House Girls Home is a residential facility for girls 12-18 to learn self-sufficiency. Contact: (770) 479-9555 www.angelhousega.com Anna Crawford Children’s Center a child abuse and prevention program for children and adults. Contact: (770) 345-8100 www.cherokeechildadvocates.org CASA for Children, Inc. needs volunteers to help advocate for children in the court system. Contact: Deidre Hollands (770) 345-3274 www.casacherokee.org Cherokee County Animal League is an association of pet owners, retailers, pet service providers, pet food pantries, veterinary offices, and rescue groups working together to care for and celebrate pets. Contact: Steve Monahan at (770) 712-4077 www.CherokeeCountyAnimalLeague.org Cherokee County Foster & Adoptive Parent Association of GA supports foster parents.
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Everyday Angels offers financial assistance for local families in need. Email aaeverydayangels@gmail.com Forever Fed is a mobile food ministry that addresses physical hunger and hopelessness in North Georgia by providing meals and sharing the gospel. www.foreverfed.org Georgia Animal Project offers high quality, lowcost spay and neuter services for dogs and cats throughout North Georgia. Contact: (770) 704-PAWS (7297) www.theanimalproject.org Give a Kid a Chance – Cherokee sponsors a yearly back-to-school bash where thousands of children in need are given filled backpacks, haircuts, socks, underwear, gently used clothing and health screenings to prepare them to go back to school. www.giveakidachance.org Goshen Valley Boys Ranch offers care and counsel to young men in the DFCS system. Young men ages 8-21 call the ranch their home. Contact: (770) 796-4618 www.goshenvalley.org Habitat for Humanity North Central GA Contact: (770) 345-1879 www.habitat-ncg.org Harvesting Hope Ministries, Inc. raises money to send surgery care packs to children facing liver and kidney transplants. www.harvestinghopeministries.org Healing Hands Youth Ranch offers safe, peaceful
environment where abused and at-risk children are paired with rescue horses to find hope and healing. Contact: Jennifer Simonis (770) 633-4451 www.hhyr.org Hope Center offers pregnant teens, single women pregnancy testing and counseling, childbirth and parenting classes, budget counseling, provision of maternity and baby supplies. Contact: (770) 924-0864, www.hopectr.com Hope Center — Baby & More Thrift Store Contact: (770) 517-4450 www.babyandmorethriftstore.com HopeQuest Ministry Group helps people who struggle intensely with life dominating issues related to alcohol abuse, substance abuse and/or sexual brokenness. Contact: (678) 391-5950, www.hqmg.org international City of Refuge (iCOR) exists to share God’s love, hope and healing with children in need by providing loving homes with emphasis on family unification when appropriate. Contact: Lily Colgate (404) 992-8155 http://icor-orphans.org Iron Hearts is a therapeutic horsemanship program for children and adults with special needs. Contact: (678) 493-5775 www.ironhearts.org MUST Ministries offers clothes closet, employment services, GED prep classes, food pantry for Cherokee residents. Contact: Kendall Jones (770) 479-5397 www.mustministries.org National Alliance for Mental Illness is the nation’s largest grassroots organization in America working to build better lives for the millions affected by mental illness. www.nami.org Never Alone offers food and clothing assistance to residents of Cherokee County. Apply online or by calling (770) 363.5272 www.neveralone.org Next Step Ministries provides day programs Monday through Saturday for special needs kids, teens, and young adults. Contact: 770-592-1227 www.nextstepministries.net North Georgia Pregnancy Center offers help and care to young girls and women with an unplanned pregnancy or who need counseling. Contact: (706) 253-6303 www.ngapregnancy.org Papa’s Pantry partners with individuals facing a critical shortage of food or finances due to an unexpected crisis or job loss. Offers life skills, job classes, food pantry. Contact: (770) 591-4730 www.papaspantry.org Safe Kids of Georgia offers free child safety seat inspections. Contact: (770) 721-7808 www.cherokeesafekids.org SERV International operates the House of Hope orphanage in Africa, sponsors a clean water program in Dominican Republic and meal
distributions worldwide. Also offers mission trips. Contact: (770) 516-1108. www.servone.org
Civic Organizations BridgeMill-Sixes Service League Contact: Marlyn Patouillet (770) 345-7941 www.bssl.org Canton Lions Club Contact: (678) 224-7878. www.lionsofcanton.org Canton Optimist Club Meets: 7:30 a.m. Fridays at Canton IHOP Contact: canton_optimist@hotmail.com https://sites.google.com/site/cantonoptimistclub/ home Canton Rotary Club Meets: Noon Tuesdays at the Cherokee Conference Center at the Bluffs www.cantongarotary.org Cherokee County Historical Society Contact: (770) 345-3288. www.rockbarn.org Cherokee County Service League (770) 704-5991 Cherokee Triad S.A.L.T. (Senior and Law Enforcement Together) Council works to alleviate fear of victimization, build confidence, enhance delivery of law enforcement services and improve quality of life for senior population. Contact: Dale Walz at dale.walz@yahoo.com www.saltcherokee.com Rotary Club of Cherokee County Meets: 6:30 p.m. Thursdays at Sidelines Grille on Reinhardt College Parkway, Canton Contact: (770) 683-1327. www.cherokeerotary.org
Blue Skies Laughter Club Meets: 7-8 p.m. Wednesdays at Northside Cherokee Medical Offices, 100 Stoneforest Dr., first floor conference room, Woodstock 30189 Contact (770) 517-3363 ext. 3 www.addlaughter.com
Contact: Rich Sanford (770) 926-1944
Christian Authors Guild Meets: 7-9 p.m. first and third Monday at Prayer and Praise Christian Fellowship, 6409 Bells Ferry Rd., Woodstock 30189 www.christianauthorsguild.org
Breast Cancer Support Group: Cancer Support Community Atlanta Contact: (404) 843-1880 http://cancersupportcommunityatlanta.org
Cherokee Amateur Radio Society Meets: 10 a.m. second Saturdays at the William G. Long Senior Center, 223 Arnold Mill Rd., Woodstock 30188. www.cherokeehams.com
Celebrate Recovery Christ-centered program for all types of habits, hurts and hangups • 6:30 p.m. Mondays at Sixes United Methodist. (770) 345-7644. www.sixesumc.org • 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays at Ministry House, (678) 459-2347, http://MinistryHouse.org. • 6:15 p.m. Thursdays at 411 Scott Mill Road, Canton, GA 30114 (678) 764-8660
Cherokee County Arts Center 94 North St., Canton 30115 Contact: (770) 704-6244. www.CherokeeArts.org Cherokee Community Chorale, a community of singers from all walks of life including housewives, teachers, retired professionals, office managers and professional musicians who love the art of choral singing. Contact: (678) 439-8625. www.cherokeechorale.org Cherokee County Master Gardeners: (770) 479-0418 www.caes.uga.edu/extension/cherokee/ mastergardeners/ Cherokee County Saddle Club www.cherokeesaddleclub.com Cherokee Music Teachers Association: Contact: Linda Lokey (770) 720-1701 www.cherokeemta.org
Political Organizations
Cherokee Photography Club www.cherokeepc.org
Cherokee County Democrat Party meets 7 p.m. 2nd Thursdays at Holly Springs Depot, 164 Hickory Rd., Holly Springs. 8:30 a.m. 1st Saturdays at IHOP, 3010 Northside Pkwy., Canton 30014. Contact: (770) 345-3489 www.cherokeedemocrats.com/d2
Cherokee Senior Softball Association www.cssasoftball.com
Cherokee County Libertarians meet 7:30 p.m. on the third Tuesday at the Cherokee County Board of Realtors Training Center, 1600 River Park Blvd., Suite 104, Woodstock 30188. Contact: http:// cherokeelp.org Cherokee County Republican Party Meets Second Saturday at 9 a.m. at Winchesters Woodfire Grill Contact: (678) 809-1411 Cherokee Tea Party Patriots meet at 4 p.m. the third Sunday at Latimer Hall in Woodstock. Contact Conrad Quagliaroli, (770) 378-8232 Republican Women of Cherokee County Contact: (678) 520-2236. www.rwccga.com
Recreation & Hobbies Allatoona Gold Panners. Periodic events and outings to pan the creeks in the Dahlonega Gold Belt along the Lake. Contact Rob Kelly, rrkelly@ bellsouth.net. Arts Alliance of Georgia, Inc. Meets: 10 a.m. second Saturdays at Studio 101, 101 Emma Ln., Woodstock 30188 www.artsalliancega.org
The Funk Heritage Center Book Club Meets: 2 p.m. second Tuesdays at the Funk Heritage Center, 7300 Reinhardt College Pkwy., Waleska 30183. Contact: (770) 720-5970 www.reinhardt.edu/funkheritage Sons of the American Revolution - Cherokee Meets: 7 p.m. second Tuesdays at the Rock Barn, 638 Marietta Hwy., Canton 30114 www.cherokeechapter.com
Support Organizations AA Meetings Meets 9:30 a.m. Monday-Saturday, noon Monday-Friday, 7 p.m. Monday, 4 p.m. Sunday (for women) at Canton First United Methodist, 930 Lower Scott Mill Rd., Canton 30115 Contact: (770) 479-6961 Al-Anon and Al-A-Teen Meets: 8 p.m. Thursdays at St. Clement’s Episcopal Church, 2795 Ridge Rd., Canton 30114; Al-Anon at 7 p.m. Tuesdays and Al-A-Teen at 7 p.m. Thursdays at Hillside UMC, 4474 Towne Lake Pkwy., Woodstock 30189; Al-Anon at 6 p.m. Wednesdays at Studio 121, 121 Brown St., Canton 30114. Contact: (770) 516-3502 AARP Woodstock Chapter Meets: 11:30 a.m. 2nd Tuesdays at Featherstones, 1003 Towne Lake Hills E, Woodstock 30189
Alzheimer/Dementia Support Group Meets: 3rd Thursday at Emeritus Woodstock Estates, 1000 Professional Way, Woodstock 30188 Contact: (770) 926-0119
Cherokee Christian Ministerial Association for pastors and ministry leaders of all Christian denominations. Meets: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. the last Wednesday of the month at Dayspring Church, 6835 Victory Dr., Woodstock 30189, www.cherokeeministers.org Diabetes Support Group Meets 3rd Tuesday at 9:30 & 11 a.m. at Emeritus Assisted Living, 756 Neese Rd., Woodstock Linda Watson, (770) 793-7818 Grace Valley Ministries connects pastors by offering small group meetings, free counseling and a place to retreat. Contact: (727) 251-7690 www.gracevalleyministries.org Hearing Loss Association of America meets 2-4 p.m. on the last Sunday of the month at the William Long Senior Center in Woodstock. Lupus Support Group meets 2nd Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. in the New Light Church hall on New Light Road. Contact: Pam Bennett at (404) 9757580 MOMS Club of Canton, West GA (serving Canton, Ball Ground, Waleska and Holly Springs) http://momsclubofcantonwest.webs.com Next Step Ministries offers a therapeutic day program, Saturday Respite, camps and special events for people with special needs. Contact: (770) 592-1227 www.nextstepministries.net Northwest Atlanta Moms of Multiples for parents of multiples meets 7 p.m. second Mondays at North Metro Church on Barrett Parkway. www.NOWAMOM.org Recovery Meetings in downtown Canton 9 a.m. Sunday 11th Step; 4 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays “Serenity Sisters” 6 p.m. Wednesdays “Wednesday Night Wisdom” at Studio 121, 121 Brown St., Canton 30114 Contact: (770) 479-696 Unlimited Possibilities, support group for stroke and brain injury survivors. Meets: 7 p.m. first Tuesday of each month at Kennestone Outpatient Rehab Center Contact: Kelly (678) 677-2589 SIXES LIVING | February 2015
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SIXES AREA COMMUNITY OF FAITH ADVENTIST
Canton Adventist 411 Scott Mill Rd., Canton 30114 (678) 880-0106, www.cantonadventist.org
AME
Allen Temple 232 Arnold Mill Rd., Woodstock 30188 (770) 926-6348, www.allentempleame.org St. Paul AME 390 Crisler St., Canton 30114 (770) 479-9691, www.stpaulame-canton.org
BAPTIST
First Baptist Canton One Mission Point, Canton 30114 (770) 479-5538, www.fbccanton.org
LUTHERAN
Celebration of Grace 411 Scott Mill Rd., Canton 30114 (770) 503-5050, www.celebrationofgrace.org
Grace Church 1160 Butterworth Rd., Canton 30114 (678) 493-9869, www.gracecanton.org
Good Shepherd 1208 Rose Creek Dr., Woodstock 30189 (770) 924-7286, www.gslutheran.org
Heritage 5323 Bells Ferry Rd., Acworth 30102 (770) 926-3558, www.heritagepres.com
Living Hope Lutheran Church 3450 Stilesboro Road NW, Kennesaw (770) 425-6726 / office@livinghopega.com www.LivingHopeGA.com Timothy 556 Arnold Mill Rd., Woodstock 30188 (770) 928-2812, www.TLCWoodstock.org
METHODIST
First Baptist Holly Springs 2632 Holly Springs Pkwy., Holly Springs 30142 (770) 345-5349, www.fbchollysprings.com
Bascomb UMC 2299 Bascomb Carmel Rd., Woodstock 30189 (770) 926-9755, www.bascombchurch.org
First Baptist Woodstock 11905 Ga. 92, Woodstock 30188 (770) 926-4428, www.fbcw.org
Canton First 930 Lower Scott Mill Rd., Canton 30115 (770) 479-2502, www.cantonfirstumc.org
Heritage Baptist Fellowship 3615 Reinhardt College Pkwy. Canton 30114 (770) 479-9415, www.heritagebaptistfellowship.com
City On A Hill 7745 Main St., Woodstock 30188 (678) 445-3480, www.coahumc.org
Hopewell Baptist 78 Ridge Rd., Canton 30114 (770) 345-5723, www.hopewellbaptist.com
Fields Chapel 1331 Fields Chapel Rd., Canton 30114 (770) 479-6030, www.fieldschapel.org
Mt. Zion Baptist 4096 East Cherokee Dr., Canton 30115 (770) 479-3324, www.mtzb.org
Hillside 4474 Towne Lake Pkwy., Woodstock 30189 (770) 924-4777, www.hillsideumc.org
New Victoria Baptist 6659 Bells Ferry Rd., Woodstock 30189 (770) 926-8448, www.newvicbaptist.org
Holly Springs 2464 Holly Springs Pkwy., Canton 30115 (770) 345-2883, www.hollyspringsumc.com
River Church 2335 Sixes Rd., Canton 30114 (770) 485-1975 www.riveratlanta.org
Liberty Hill 141 Railroad St., Canton 30114 (678) 493-8920, www.libertyhillumc.org
Sutallee Baptist 895 Knox Bridge Hwy., White 30184 (770) 479-0101, www.sutalleebaptistchurch.com
Sixes 8385 Bells Ferry Rd., Canton 30114 (770) 345-7644, www.sixesumc.org
Toonigh Baptist 4999 Old Highway 5, Lebanon 30146 www.toonighbaptistchurch.lifewaylink.com
Woodstock UMC 109 Towne Lake Pkwy., Woodstock 30188
EPISCOPAL
Woodstock Church of the Nazarene 874 Arnold Mill Rd., Woodstock 30188 (770) 366-7515, www.wcnga.com
Saint Clement’s 2795 Ridge Rd., Canton 30114 (770) 345-6722, www.stclementscanton.org
JEWISH
Chabad Jewish Center 4255 Wade Green Rd. NW, Suite 120, Kennesaw 30144, (678) 460-7702 www.jewishWoodstock.com Congregation Ner Tamid Reform Jewish Congregation (678) 264-8575, www.mynertamid.org
MESSIANIC JEWISH CONGREGATIONS Tikvah l’Chaim 4206 N. Arnold Mill, Woodstock 30188 (678) 936-4125, www.tlchaim.com Congregation Beth Hallel 950 Pine Grove Rd., Roswell 30075 (770) 641-3000, www.bethhallel.org
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Geneva Orthodox Meets at Hope Presbyterian Church, 4101 Sandy Plains Rd., Marietta (770) 833-3797, www.genevaopc.org
NAZARENE
ORTHODOX
St. Elizabeth 2263 East Cherokee Dr., Woodstock 30188 (770) 485-0504, www.stelizabethga.org
PENTECOSTAL
Fivestones Church 155 P Rickman Industrial Dr., Canton, GA 30115 (770)720-2227, www.fivestoneschurch.info
PRESBYTERIAN
Cherokee 1498 Johnson Brady Rd., Canton 30115 (770) 704-9564, www.cherokee-pca.org Faith 3655 Reinhardt College Parkway,Canton www.faithpc.us
Woodstock 345 Arnold Mill Rd., Woodstock 30188 (770) 926-0074, www.woodstockpcusa.com
ROMAN CATHOLIC
Our Lady of LaSalette 2941 Sam Nelson Rd., Canton 30114 (770) 479-8923, www.lasalettecanton.com St. Michael the Archangel 490 Arnold Mill Rd., Woodstock 30188 (770) 516-0009, www.saintmichaelcc.org
OTHER
AllPoints Church 6884 Hickory Flat Hwy, Woodstock, GA 30188 www.allpointschurch.org Awakening Church 180 Parkway 575, Suite 140, Woodstock (770) 924-4150, www.awakeningwoodstock.com Christian Praise Center 1358 Sixes Rd., Canton 30114 (770) 924-7532, www.christianpraisecenter.com Church of the Messiah 415 Charles Cox Drive, Canton, GA 30115 770.479.5280 www.churchofthemessiah.net Dayspring Church 6835 Victory Dr., Acworth 30102 (770) 516-5733, www.dayspring-online.com Life Church 224 Brown Industrial Blvd. STE 103A Canton, GA 30114 770-847-0170, www.lifechurchcanton.com Ministry House 347 Holly Street Canton 30114 (678) 459-2347, http://MinistryHouse.org New Covenant Bible 1095 Scott Rd, Canton 30115 (770) 479-6412, www.newcovenantcanton.org Oak Leaf 151 East Marietta St., Canton 30114 (678) 653-4652, www.oakleafcanton.com Revolution Church 125 Union Trail Hill, Canton 30115 (770) 345-2737, www.therevolution.tv Sojourn Community Church Worship at 231 Arnold Mill Rd., Woodstock (770) 769-7495 www.sojournwoodstock.com Soul Medicine Sundays Suite 106, 3725 Sixes Rd. Canton 30114 (770) 479-4193 www.harvestmoonmarket.com Sunnyside Church of God 2510 East Cherokee Drive, Woodstock (770) 693-1018, www.sunnysidecog.com Toonigh Church of God 4775 Holly Springs Pkwy., Canton, GA 30115 (770) 926-3096, www.toonighcog.org Watermarke Church worship location: 2126 Sixes Rd., Canton 30114 (678) 880-9092, www.watermarkechurch.com Woodstock Community 237 Rope Mill Rd., Woodstock 30188 (770) 926-8990, www.woodstockcommunitychurch.org
COMMUNITY INFORMATION Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce Cherokee County Government Building Permits, Business Licenses Commissioners Engineering Office (Traffic Signals) Environmental Health Extension Office Jury Phone Justice Center (Courts, Judges, etc.) Planning & Land Use Senior Services Voter Registration
(770) 345-0400
www.cherokeega.com (770) 721-7810 (678) 493-6001 (678) 493-6077 (770) 479-0444 (770) 479-0418 (770) 479-9011 (770) 479-1953 (678) 493-6101 (770) 345-2675 (770) 479-0407
Taxes
License Plates/Tags, Property Tax – Canton office Woodstock office Renewals online https://mvd.dor.ga.gov/tags/ Tax Assessors/Evaluation
(678) 493-6400 (770) 924-4099 (678) 493-6120
Children and Family
Anna Crawford Children’s Center (770) 345-8100 Cherokee County Boys & Girls Club (770) 720-7712 Cherokee County Foster & Adoptive Parents Assoc. www.fosteroradopt.org (770) 378-0759 Cherokee Family Violence Center (770) 479-1804 Cherokee FOCUS (770) 345-5483 Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children (CASA) www.casacherokee.org (770) 345-3274 Division of Family & Children Services (770) 720-3610 Goshen Valley Boys Ranch www.goshenvalley.org (770) 796-4618 Hope Center www.hopectr.com (770) 924-0864 MUST Ministries - Cherokee www.mustministries.org (770) 479-5397 Never Alone www.neveralone.org (770) 363-5272 Next Step Ministries www.nextstepministries.net (770) 592-1227 North Georgia Angel House www.angelhousega.com (770) 479-9555 North Georgia Pregnancy Center www.ngapregnancy.org (706) 253-6303 Papa’s Pantry www.papaspantry.org (770) 591-4730 Timothy’s Cupboard Food Bank www.tlcwoodstock.org (770) 591-5515
Hospitals
Kennestone North Fulton Northside Hospital — Cherokee
Hotlines — 24-hour help lines
Battered Women Hotline Drug Tip Line (Cherokee Co. Sheriff) Poison Control Center Poison Control Center (outside metro Atlanta) Probate Court Information Line Sexual Assault & Family Violence Center
Parks and Recreation
BridgeMill Athletic Club Callahan Golf Links Cherokee County YMCA Cherokee County Soccer Assoc. www.csaimpact.com
(770) 793-5000 (770) 751-2500 (770) 720-5100
(770) 479-1703 (770) 345-7920 (404) 616-9000 (800) 222-1222 (770) 704-2610 (770) 427-3390
(770) 345-5500 (770) 720-1900 (770) 591-5820 (770) 704-0187
Cherokee Recreation and Parks Agency www.crpa.net. (770) 924-7768 (Includes Aquatic Center, Barnett Park, Blankets Creek, Cherokee Mills, Field’s Landing Park, Kenny Askew Park) Cherokee Youth Lacrosse Association www.cherokeelacrosse.com North Atlanta Soccer Association: www.nasa-ga.org (770) 926-4175 SCRA Baseball www.scrabaseball.com Wildlife Action, Inc. www.wildlifeactiongeorgia.com (770) 924-7464
Pets
Animal Control (678) 493-6200 Animal Shelter & Pet Adoptions www.cherokeega-animals.org (770) 345-7270 Cherokee County Humane Society www.cchumanesociety.org (770) 928-5115 Emergency Veterinary Clinic (770) 924-3720 Funds 4Furry Friends (770) 842-8893 Lost Pets: www.townelaker.com. (click on lost and found pet button to report missing pet) Pet Buddies Food Pantry www.petbuddiesfoodpantry.org Community Veterinary Care www.communityveterinarycare.com (678) 640-3512
Post Office locations Canton Holly Springs Lebanon Woodstock
(770) 720-8164 (770) 345-6318 (770) 591-9467 (770) 591-0364
Police Departments
Canton Holly Springs Woodstock Sheriff’s Office www.cherokeega-sheriff.org
Utilities
Atlanta Gas Light Co. www.aglc.com Canton Water www.canton-georgia.com Cherokee Water & Sewerage Auth. www.ccwsa.com Cobb EMC www.cobbemc.com Georgia Power www.georgiapower.com Woodstock Water www.woodstockga.gov Recycling Center
(770) 720-4883 (770) 345-5537 (770) 592-6030 (678) 493-4100
(770) 907-4231 (770) 704-1500 (770) 479-1813 (770) 429-2100 (888) 660-5890 (770) 926-8852 (770) 516-4195
Free, Reduced-Price Health Care
Bethesda Community Clinic www.bethesdacommunityclinic.org Cherokee County Health Department www.nghd.org/CherokeeHealth
Urgent Care Facilities
M.D. Minor Emergency & Family Medicine, off Riverstone Pkwy, 720 Transit Ave., Suite 101 Canton Northside Cherokee Urgent Care, off exit 11 at I-575 SHEFA Urgent Care 2000 Village Professional Dr. #110 Canton 30114 Wellstar Urgent Care off exit 8, 120 Stonebridge Pkwy. Woodstock, 30189
(678) 880-9654 (770) 345-7371
(770) 720-7000 (678) 426-5450 (678) 661-3166
(678) 494-2500
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ELECTED & APPOINTED OFFICIALS United States Government
President Barack Obama (D)
1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, D.C. 20500 www.whitehouse.gov
Sen. David Perdue (R) info@perduesenate.com
Sen. Johnny Isakson (R)
1 Overton Park, Suite 970 3625 Cumberland Blvd, Atlanta, GA 30339 http://isakson.senate.gov Rep. Phil Gingrey, M.D. (R) District 11 100 North Street Suite 150, Canton, GA 30114 http://gingrey.house.gov
State Government
Governor Nathan Deal (R)
203 State Capitol, 206 Washington St. Atlanta, GA 30334 www.gov.georgia.gov
(202) 456-1414 fax: (202) 456-2461
(678) 248-6444 (202) 224-3643 GA: (770) 661-0999
(404) 463-1378 (770) 887-1960 fax: (770) 205-0602 (678) 523-8570
Rep. Scot Turner (R) District 21
(678) 576-2644
Rep. Sam Moore (R) District 22 sam.moore@house.ga.gov
(404) 656-0220
mandi.ballinger@house.ga.gov
Cherokee County Courts Superior Court
(678) 493-6270 (678) 493-6260 (678) 493-6240
State Court Chief Judge Clyde J. Gober, Jr. Judge W. Alan Jordan Judge A. Dee Morris
(678) 493-6480 (678) 493-6490 (678) 493-6480
Cherokee County Coroner Earl W. Darby
Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office Sheriff Roger Garrison (R)
498 Chattin Drive Canton, GA 30115 rdgarrison@cherokeega.com
(770) 735-8055 www.cherokeega-sheriff.org (678) 493-4100 fax: (678) 493-4228
Sonya Little
2780 Marietta Highway, Canton, GA 30114 slittle@cherokeega.com
Cherokee County School Board Superintendent, Dr. Frank Petruzielo
221 West Main St., Canton, GA 30114 drp@cherokee.k12.ga.us
(678) 493-6400 fax: (678) 493-6420 www.cherokee.k12.ga.us (770) 479-1871 fax: (770) 479-1236
Kyla Cromer (R) District 1
(678) 493-8088
Patsy Jordan (R) District 2 patsy.jordan@cherokee.k12.ga.us
(770) 893-2970
John Harmon (R) District 3
(404) 462-4950
Janet Read (R) Chair
(770) 516-1444
john.harmon@cherokee.k12.ga.us janet.read@cherokee.k12.ga.us
Rick Steiner (R) District 4
rick.steiner@cherokee.k12.ga.us
(770) 721-4398, x4370
(678) 493-6431 (678) 493-6431
Mike Chapman (R) District 6 mike.chapman@cherokee.k12.ga.us
(770) 345-6256
(678) 493-6160
City Government City of Canton Mayor Gene Hobgood
geneh@canton-georgia.com
Juvenile Court Chief Judge John B. Sumner Judge Anthony Baker
District Attorney Shannon Wallace
(678) 493-6250 (678) 493-6280 (770) 479-1488
Clerk of Courts Patty Baker
(678) 493-6511
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(770) 928-0341
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Clark Menard (R) District 5
Judge Keith Wood (R)
Ray Gunnin (R) District 2
clark.menard@cherokee.k12.ga.us
Magistrate Court Chief Judge James E. Drane III (R) Judge Gregory Douds
swest@cherokeega.com
kyla.cromer@cherokee.k12.ga.us
Rep. Mandi Ballinger (R) District 23
Chief Judge David Cannon Jr. Judge Jackson Harris Judge Ellen McElyea
Steve West (R) District 1
Cherokee County Tax Commissioner
Rep. Michael Caldwell (R) District 20
scot@turnerforhouse.com
lbahrens@cherokeega.com
sgordon@cherokeega.com (404) 652-7003
Sen. Brandon Beach (R) District 21 brandon.beach@senate.ga.gov
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Commissioners L.R. “Buzz” Ahrens (R) Chairman
Scott Gordon (R) District 4
(770) 546-7565
Sen. Jack Murphy (R) District 27
www.cherokeega.com (678) 493-6001
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Sen. Bruce Thompson (R) District 14 bruce.thompson@senate.ga.gov
jack.murphy@senate.ga.gov
Cherokee County Board of Commissioners
1130 Bluffs Pkwy., Canton, GA 30114
www.canton-georgia.gov (770) 704-1500
City of Holly Springs Mayor Timothy Downing
www.hollyspringsga.us (770) 345-5536
City of Woodstock Mayor Donnie Henriques
www.woodstockga.gov (770) 592-6001
tdowning@hollyspringsga.us
dhenriques@woodstockga.gov
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ADVERTISERS DIRECTORY ANIMALS/PETS BridgeMill Animal Hospital (770) 479-2200 www.bridgemillvet.com 9560 Bells Ferry Road, Canton
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HAIR SALON/MASSAGE/SPA Azure Salon & Spa 25 (770) 345-8280 www.azuresalon.net 1359 Riverstone Pkwy., Suite 110, Canton Bambu Salon 42 (770) 345-0027 www.BambuSalonAveda.com 150 Prominence Point Pkwy., Suite 700, Canton 30114 Salon Gloss (678) 483-8900 www.SalonGloss.biz 220 Chambers St., Woodstock
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HOME & GARDEN Atlas Garage Door Company (770) 592-6217
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BridgeMill Dentistry (770) 704-1812 www.bridgemilldentistry.com 3682 Sixes Road, Canton 30114
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Werner Pediatric Dentistry of Woodstock 22 (678) 224-5722 www.ChildrensDentistWoodstock.com 250 Parkbrooke Place Suite 250, Woodstock
CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS Must Ministries
Riverstone Dental Care Dr. Ruximar Linkous, (770) 479-3846 www.riverstonedentalcare.com
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Park Pediatric Dentistry of Woodstock 9 (770) 926-9260 PediatricWoodstockDentist.com 1816 Eagle Drive Suite 200-C, Woodstock
Spillane Orthodontics 13 (770) 928-4747 www.SpillaneOrtho.com 335 Parkway 575, Suite 200, Woodstock
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Uptronix (770) 928-0260 www.uptronix.com
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INSURANCE Clarke Agency, The (Farmers Insurance) 34 2360 Towne Lake Pkwy., Suite 105 (678) 400-6725 mclarke@farmersagent.com PHYSICIANS AND MEDICAL SERVICES Cherokee Internal Medicine 42 (678) 238-0301, www.cherokeeim.com 1192 Buckhead Crossing, Ste. C Envision Therapy Dr. Rosalyn Coleman (678) 540-6680 envisiontherapycenter.com 117 Mirramont Lake Dr., Woodstock
Northside Hospital – Cherokee (770) 720-5100, www.northside.com 201 Hospital Road, Canton
Northwest ENT and Allergy Center 3 (770) 427-0368 www.NW-ENT.com 134 Riverstone Terrace, Suite 202, Canton 960 Woodstock Parkway, Suite 101 Woodstock Plastic Surgery Center of the South 28 (770) 421-1242 www.plasticsurgerycenterofthesouth.net 120 Vann St., Ste. 150, Marietta Thomas Eye Group
(770) 928-4544
North Georgia Audiology & Hearing Aid Center, Dr. Jan Henriques 1 (770) 560-4775 NorthGeorgiaHearing.com 203 Woodpark Place, Ste. B-100, Woodstock Northside Hospital Sleep Disorder Center 1 (770) 345-2568, www.northside.com/sleep
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Wellstar Cardiac Network (770) 956-STAR (7827) wellstar.org
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REAL ESTATE Keller Williams, Kurt & Sheila Johnson (404) 954-2486 www.kurtandsheila.com
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Branches Boutique 2295 Towne Lake Pkwy., #140 (770) 517-1505 370 Chambers St., Woodstock (678) 540-5483
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