Sixes Living Magazine - April 2014 by Aroundabout Local Media, Inc.

SIXES LIVING | April 2014

April 2014

Volume 2, Issue 2

13 Campsites are Ready

Make plans for a camping adventure on Allatoona.

14 Garland Mountain

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A refreshing day hike or outdoor run is just a short drive away.

17 Everyday Angels

One poor decision leads to traumatic head injury.

18 Easter Activities

Musicals, services and egg hunts, both day and night.

20 Summer Camps

Grab your calendar and sign up for a summer of fun.

30 Attack Your Allergies

Natural remedies can lessen the miseries caused by pollen.

40 Celebrating Poetry

Featuring poems by local middle and high school students.

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20 In Every Issue

Contributing Writers Don Akridge

Michelle Hinson

Around Sixes

Sylina Buehne

Kurt Johnson

Community News

Troy Cain

Kara Kiefer

Celebrations

Jenna Clover

Mark Kissel

Everyday Angels

Rick Coughlin

Joe McKechnie

Cindy Crews

Alisha Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Brian

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Tammy Dorsten

Lisa Randall

Meghan Griffin

Kevin Roulhac

G Lora Grooms

Jodi Tiberio

Dr. Scott Harden

Scot Turner

David Heckelmoser

Lynne Watts

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School News

Faith 46 Home Sales

Classifieds

Advertisers index

32 & 33 On the Cover

Hartman-Imbriale Attorneys

Photo by Kim Bates

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AROUND SIXES BY CANDI HANNIGAN

People Places and Pleasures that make Sixes/Holly Springs

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A Greener, Cleaner Community

Candi Hannigan is the editor of Sixes Living. She has lived in Cherokee County for 25 years. Send your comments or questions to candi@ aroundaboutlocalmedia.com.

Each year, Keep America Beautiful (www.kab.org) sponsors a Great American Cleanup campaign, a movement that involves more than 4.5 million volunteers working in communities like ours to “deliver positive and lasting impact through events focused on waste reduction, recycling, beautification and community greening.” Last year, more than 21,000 communities were targeted, and the volunteers’ efforts returned nearly $175 million in measurable benefits to

those communities. Holly Springs city officials have designated 9 a.m.-noon May 3 for volunteers to turn out at the Cherokee FOCUS building at 100 Hickory Circle, behind the fire station. Cleaning materials, water and snacks will be provided. www.hollyspringsga.us. Greenstock Day in Woodstock is set for April 19 at The Park at City Center, corner of Arnold Mill Road and Main Street. A recycling event, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., offers residents electronic recycling for old computers, monitors, televisions, batteries, cell phones, and shredding for old documents. There may be a charge for disposing some devices. Visit www.woodstockga. gov for the details. An Earth Day festival is planned for 11 a.m.-2 p.m. In the spirit of recycling, a citywide yard sale will be held in Woodstock. Friday — Sunday, April 18-20.

Congratulations! Patty Ponder, market director for TowneLaker and Sixes Living magazines, has been named president of AroundAbout Local Media. While Patty will continue her market director duties, she will also be responsible for market planning and operational decisions. Cherokee High School Principal Debra Murdock has been recognized by the state’s House of Representatives and Senate in honor of her recent selection as Georgia High School Principal of the Year. “I am thrilled to have been chosen to receive the 2014 Georgia High School Principal of the Year honor. I do feel this is a school, school district and community award, as any success found individually is forged by the power of our school family,” Debra said. “As a Warrior community of students, teachers, parents and partners in education, we have created a culture that is rich in academic success, loyalty, respect, and relationships and it is through this culture that success on many levels can be found. It is my honor to serve as the principal of Cherokee High School (my alma mater-Class of 1988) where I have had the fortune of knowing the most amazing school community.”

What’s New? BeesKnees, Gifts, Café & Market is open Tuesday through Saturday for casual lunches and breakfast. Breakfast is served from 9:30 to 11 a.m., and lunch is served from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. BeesKnees is located at 6687 Bells Ferry Road. For more information, visit www.beeskneesshop.com.

Need a Job?

Head over to the Holly Springs train depot community center, where a job fair will be held 1-4 p.m. May 7 at 164 Hickory Road, featuring local companies and recruiters. Job seekers will get a chance to network and pick up interview tips. The event is free. www.hollyspringsga.us.

Mark Your Calendars Feed My Lambs, which operates a free Christian preschool in Canton and other metro Atlanta locations, is holding a golf tournament May 5 at Marietta Country Club. Proceeds benefit the nonprofit, providing more schools to open for the children on the waiting list. www.feedmylambs.net. 4

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Celebrating with Debra Murdock (second from right) are (from left) State Reps. Scot Turner and Michael Caldwell, Mike McGowan and Dr. Brian Hightower representing the Cherokee County School District, Rep. Mandi Ballinger and House Speaker David Ralston.

Coming in May We are looking for photos of our Sixes area moms with their children. The photos can be from babyhood through present day. If you don’t have children, we also would love to share your photos of you and your mom, even from the 70s! Here are the guidelines: 1. Please ensure all submitted photographs have identifications listed for each person in the photo. 2. Please submit the photos via email to Candi@AroundAboutLocalMedia.com 3. The deadline for submissions is April 15.

OUTDOOR FUN! Come fishing on beautiful Lake Allatoona and enjoy the great outdoors. Just north of Atlanta, Lake Allatoona offers 12 months of excellent fishing for bass, striper, and panfish. No experience necessary.

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4 Guests: $400 5 Guests: $450 Rick Shoup, Lake Allatoona Guide

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Community Board 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. 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, 6, and Grace Ann, 3. 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 founder of The Princess Generation, an organization raising a generation of young women focused on serving others. Chantel, who has a biology degree from the University of Evansville, serves on Highland Rivers Health community service board and volunteers with the Cherokee County Juvenile Court. She and husband Gavin have lived in Canton for five years and have four children, ages 14, 12, 9, and 5. 6

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Sixes Living Publisher AroundAbout Local Media, Inc. AALM President Marketing & Advertising Sales Patty Ponder aroundaboutpatty@gmail.com (770) 615-3322 Title Editor Candi Hannigan candi@aroundaboutlocalmedia.com (770) 615-3318 Art Director Michelle McCulloch aroundaboutadvertising@gmail.com (770) 615-3307 Sixes Living, a publication of AroundAbout Local Media, Inc., is a monthly magazine created to build a sense of community and pride in the Sixes, Holly Springs and Hickory Flat areas by sharing positive stories and timely information. A total of 16,250 free copies are distributed monthly; 15,300 are mailed to homes and businesses, with an additional 950 placed in racks around the community. Many readers catch the latest edition online each month. Sixes Living welcomes your comments, stories and advertisements. The deadline is the 15th of each month. Yearly subscriptions are available for $24. Send a check or money order to the address below. The viewpoints of the advertisers, columnists and submissions are not necessarily those of the editor or publisher and the publisher makes no claims about the validity of any charitable organizations mentioned. Sixes Living is not responsible for errors or omissions. No part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means without written permission from the publisher. All rights reserved. © Copyright 2014. Sixes Living 2449 Towne Lake Parkway, Woodstock, GA 30189 For Advertising: (770) 615-3322 Website: www.sixeslivingmagazine.com Powered by Trustworkz Inc. Volume 2, Issue 2

For 17 years, we have brought relevant, uplifting and reader-driven content to the residents of Towne Lake, Canton and Woodstock. We look forward to serving you, our readers and advertisers every month. Thank you for your continued support and participation in making this truly your community magazine.

Candi Hannigan Title Editor Sixes Living

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YOUR LOCAL NEWS

Principal Debra Murdock (left) with Donnie Henriques, community relations specialist for Northside Hospital-Cherokee, and health care science program teacher Dianne Argonis-Basto.

Cherokee High School students Alyssa Courshon (right) checks fellow classmate Kendra Schmidt with one of the blood pressure cuffs donated by Northside Hospital-Cherokee. In back, Zoe Callaro looks on from one of the donated hospital beds.

Hospital Donates Supplies to Cherokee High Northside Hospital-Cherokee, a partner in education with Cherokee High School, recently donated several hospital beds, IV poles, bed tables and blood pressure machines to support the school’s health care science program, which trains students who have an interest in the medical field. Northside has been a partner in education with the school for more than 10 years.

A Little Storytime, a Little Shopping Fairy tale characters, courtesy of Elm Street Cultural Arts Village, will be on hand at 6:30 p.m. April 8 and 15 to read stories and sing with children at the Outlet Shoppes of Atlanta, just off exit 9 on I-575. The gathering will be outside in front of the fireplace, or inside the food court if it rains. Leslie Gostin of Marietta is Cinderella

Veteran Honored for Volunteerism U.S. Navy veteran Tom Doner of Canton was recently given a Veterans Volunteer Award by the Hightower Trail Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR). The award recognizes DAR past regent Kip McVay (left), Tom Doner, outstanding and Loriann White, Chapter Regent. achievement, including patriotism and public awareness of veterans. Doner also is the Georgia Society of the DAR’s top honoree. The Korean Conflict veteran currently volunteers at the Georgia National Cemetery.

Host Families Needed for French Students Twenty-five French students, ages 14-18 from professional French families, will be coming to the Atlanta area from July 8 - 28 and retired French teacher Linda Farmer is looking for host families who will show the students warmth and hospitality. The teens want to experience American life firsthand and be immersed in the English language. Farmer, along with a French chaperone, will oversee the program. “This is a wonderful opportunity for Atlantaarea families to add an international dimension to their lives,” Farmer said. 8

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LEC (Loisirs Culturels à l’étranger), the Paris-based sponsor, provides the students with comprehensive medical insurance and gives host families compensation for room and board. All come with spending money for expenses outside the home and each student has spent three to six years learning English. An excursion bus will take the French teens on sightseeing trips once a week while they are here. No French language skills are needed. For more details, contact Farmer at lgfarmer@aol.com or (770) 9732452. www.lec-usa.com.

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At the groundbreaking, Father Larry Niese used the same shovel from the church’s first groundbreaking 16 years ago.

St. Michael Plans to Build New Church St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church conducted a Mass and groundbreaking ceremony recently to launch the construction of a new church and the renovation of the existing church into a new Parish Hall. The church serves approximately 2,500 registered families with seven masses each weekend, some with standing room only. “We have been blessed with tremendous growth in our parish and we are looking forward to our new church building to accommodate our increasing number of families and the expanding ministries offered,” said Father Larry Niese, pastor of St. Michael. The ceremony marked 16 years since groundbreaking was held for the existing church. St. Michael the Archangel was originally started as a Mission of St. Catherine of Siena Church in Kennesaw in 1995. The first St. Michael service was held in August 1995 in the Cherokee County Recreation Center in Woodstock, with 300 families attending. The church sits on 35 acres at 490 Arnold Mill Road. Construction should be complete in 12 months. www.saintmichaelcc.org.

Sarah McNeeley and Kimberle Tolkinen shared the task of shaving Keenan Clark.

Going Bald for a Good Cause Keenan Clark, owner of Clark Salon in Canton, had his head shaved for The St. Baldrick’s Foundation on March 13. St. Baldrick’s is an organization committed to fighting childhood cancer by raising awareness and funds for research. The Clark Salon Team (Sarah McNeeley, Kimberle Tolkinen and LaCrisha Lorenzoni) raised $500 of the $3,000 total by volunteering their time and their clippers for the many other participants bravely shaving their hair for childhood cancer research.

Fire, Emergency Services Best in Region Cherokee County Fire and Emergency Services has received the Region One EMS of the Year Award, given to an agency that has maintained a high performance level and spotless record, made improvements or contributions to benefits the citizens, and contributed significantly by going far above and beyond the call of duty to EMS at the community, regional and state level. The award means the county agency is a nominee for the statewide award, to be announced in May. “This award is selected through a very competitive process and evaluated by EMS experts located in six states. The continuous training and motivation by the EMTs and paramedics of our department to provide the best possible care to our citizens was the defining factor that won this award,” said Cherokee’s EMS Chief Danny West. Cherokee is one of 16 counties in the Region One district. According to Cherokee County Fire Chief Tim Prather: “It was a great night and an honor for me to have the opportunity to attend the annual Region One EMS Awards Banquet. It was also a great feeling to be the recipient of the 2014 EMS Service of the Year Award. Several of our young professionals were nominated for additional awards and recognized for the outstanding service they provide to the 10

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Accepting the award on behalf of Cherokee County Fire and Emergency Services were (front row, from left): Sgt. Ron Davis (paramedic), Mike Hunt (paramedic), Shane Ramey (EMT), Ashley Blair (paramedic), EMS Chief Danny West, Dr. Jill Mabley and Fire Chief Tim Prather. (Back row, from left) Field Operations Chief Greg Erdely, Assistant Fire Chief Eddie Robinson, Sgt. Scott Townsend (paramedic), Waylon White (paramedic) and Nicholas Van Weele (EMT).

citizens of Cherokee County.” Dr. Jill Mabley, who serves as the medical director for Cherokee County Fire and Emergency Services, was the recipient of the Dr. Virginia Hamilton Special Service Award.

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.

Cherokee’s community hospital. Northside.com

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Celebrations Reese McKenzie Surratt Age 10 on April 6 Happy birthday! We love you! Dad, Mom and Jordan

Raleigh Madison Bailey Age 3 on April 19 Happy Birthday to our sweet girl! We love you so much! Love, Mommy, Daddy and Sissy Braelyn

Gwendolyn Joy Martin Paula Gerletti Clayton Gerletti Age 7 on March 15 Age 60 on April 6 Age 4 on April 12 Happy Birthday, G! We We hope your birthday is Today is your special love you! beautiful, wonderful, and day, my little guy. Have a Love, Momma and Daddy full of love ... just like you! wonderful birthday! Love Karen, Colton Love, your mommy Karen and Clayton

Celebrating April birthdays at The Lodge at BridgeMill are, back row, from left, Wayne Maffett, Allen Depta and Roger Aschmeyer. Front row, from left: Barbara Swaine, Ann Sherman and Erma Shockley

Anniversary

Jerry and Charlotte Green Married 50 years on March 27 With love from your kids and grandkids

Anniversary

Angela and Jimmy Bleckley Celebrating 10 years of marriage, as well as Angelaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and Jimmyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s birthdays. April ~ what a wonderful month!

Wedding, birthday and anniversary announcements are free! E-mail: Candi@AroundAboutLocalMedia.com. May deadline is April 15

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Alden Hinkelmann Age 9 on April 14 Happy Birthday Alden! We love you! Mommy and Daddy

Campgrounds are Ready for Season’s First Visitors

Park Ranger Stephen Cain is a Georgia native with seven summers under his belt as a Corps Ranger. He has been an Allatoona Lake regular since he went on family fishing trips in the 1970s. He earned a B.A. in History from West Georgia University.

The fresh smell of pines, burgers on the grill, and wood smoke from the fire ring will soon tell us that spring is here. The lake is coming up, the fish are biting, and it’s time to go camping at Allatoona Lake. Come spend a week or a weekend at one of our eight U.S. Army Corps of Engineers campgrounds. Whether you prefer chilling in the shade or soaking up the rays on the boat or beach, we have a campsite made for you. It is never too early to make reservations for your favorite spot. Visit our website at www.recreation.gov or give us a call at (877) 444-6777. McKinney Campground in Acworth is open year-round and offers 150 sites. While Sweetwater Campground, McKaskey Creek, Payne and Victoria Campgrounds opened in March, the rest will be open by May. Although it may be tempting,

Photo by Brad Keshlear

BY TROY CAIN

camping outside of designated campgrounds is prohibited. This helps to prevent erosion, wildfire, litter, and sanitation problems. Be smart, folks. Allatoona Lake belongs to us all and

it’s everybody’s job to keep it clean. Our campground rules are designed to create an environment where families can enjoy the beauty of nature, have a good time, make some great memories, and leave a place where our children and grandchildren can bring their families when they grow up. Each campground has Park Attendant Contractors who live on site to assist visitors and are always eager to welcome more campers. If you are interested in becoming a part of our team, positions are available year-round. Park Attendant Contractors must be a two person team at least 21 years of age and furnish their own factorybuilt recreation vehicle to serve as temporary quarters. If you are interested or have any questions, contact the Allatoona Operations Project Management Office at (678) 721-6700.

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Blazing the Trails at North Cherokee’s Garland Mountain BY LISA RANDALL

If you are looking for a day hike with a mountainous feel without the long drive, look no further than the Garland Mountain Horse and Hike Trails in northern Cherokee County. Located a few miles north of Waleska off Highway 140, the facility is a Cherokee County park and currently offers 10.5 miles of wooded trails for equestrian and hiker use. The park is situated on a hilltop, and in the spring months there are great views Lisa Randall is a mom, of Pine Log Mountain and nearby small business owner and ridgelines. The trails are a natural athlete from Canton. She dirt surface and are six to eight is owner of Mountain Goat feet wide, built to accommodate Adventures, LLC, which horseback riders. While there organizes local trail running and mountain bike events. is a good deal of elevation gain In her spare time, Lisa is throughout the park, the grades are a competitive cyclist and mild in most places and follow the competes in mountain contour of the land. The trails were bike, cyclocross and trail designed, built and are maintained running races. by the Cherokee County Saddle Club, which offers monthly group rides at the park for those wishing to see the park via horseback. Last month, an inaugural trail running race was held at Garland Mountain, with 240 runners and hikers tackling either a four-mile or 9.6-mile course on what turned out to be a beautiful springlike day. The event was organized by Mountain Goat Adventures with the cooperation of the Cherokee County Saddle Club, which provided volunteers. The event drew competitors from Canton to Colorado, with several professional athletes making the trip to warmer weather for the race. Garland Mountain was the first in a series of four races that will be held in Cherokee and Cobb

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UPCOMING EVENTS

April 19—Battle of Allatoona Creek Trail Run (5K and 9-mile), Acworth May 10—Blankets Creek Cross Country Mountain Bike Race, Canton May 24—Sutallee Trace Trail Challenge at Boling Park (4.5- and 10-mile), Canton Right: Jack Pierce of Canton won in the kids division. Featherbrush Photography LLC, www.featherbrush.com

Above: Start of the kids race at Assault on Garland Mountain. Featherbrush Photography LLC, www.featherbrush.com Right: Cherokee County Saddle Club volunteers maintain the trails.

counties this spring as part of the Mountain Goat Adventures Trail Run Series. For more details about the events, visit http://mountaingoatadventures.com.

Zero Tolerance is Zero Common Sense BY SCOT TURNER

Scot Turner, an IT professional, lives in the Sixes community with his wife and two children and is the State House Representative for District 21. You can reach him on his cell phone at (678) 576-2644 or follow him on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ turnerforhouse.

In the fall of last year, a 17-yearold Eagle Scout and senior at Lassiter High School in Cobb County had spent the weekend fishing. He thought nothing of leaving his tackle box and fishing poles in the locked trunk of his car when he returned to school. A police K-9 unit was patrolling the school parking lot and detected possible explosives in the boyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s car. Police found a firecracker that had been in the car since the 4th of July. The police also asked him to open the locked trunk and then the tackle box. Inside the tackle box was a knife that was obviously used for fishing. Because Georgia has a statewide Zero Tolerance Policy, the local school district had no choice but to charge him with a felony for bringing a weapon on campus even though it was obvious that

the circumstances that the knife was not meant to be anything other than a tool for fishing. It didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t matter that this student was widely known to be one of the good kids and had hopes of serving his country in the Air Force. Zero Tolerance is Zero Common Sense. This year I was proud to sign on to HB 826, which is an effort to remove the state level policy that ties the hands of local school administrators in these types of scenarios. In the case of our Eagle Scout who had no intention of breaking the law, he was facing a felony charge with the potential of a 10-year prison sentence and, according to current law, there was no room for discretion by school administrators. They had to charge him. With the proposed changes in HB 826, local school districts would be free to set their own policies, instead of being bound by state law, that hopefully would allow for extenuating circumstances to be considered by those who know the students best. There is no reason to wreck the future of a promising young person that was heading toward a career of service to his country just because he absentmindedly left his tackle box in his car. Instead, we should be empowering the teachers and administrators who are most familiar with students and the circumstance of the situation to use their best judgment on how to proceed.

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Hanging on Through the Turbulence Patience and diversification matter in all manner of stock market climates. DON AKRIDGE, MBA, CPA/PFS, CFP® U.S. MARINE CORPS VETERAN – EMORY UNIVERSITY ALUMNUS

Stocks rise, fall ... and rise again. Volatility certainly came back to Wall Street during the first several weeks of 2014 in the form of a 7.2 percent descent for the Dow Jones Industrial Average and a 5.9 percent retreat for the NASDAQ. The declines gave investors pause: was a correction underway? Would bulls be held back for 2014? Don Akridge is President As it turned out, no. On Feb. of Citadel CPA, Financial 27, the S&P 500 settled at a new Planning & Investment all-time peak of 1,854.30, with Services founded in dovish remarks from Federal 1994 and conveniently located off Chastain Reserve chair Janet Yellen Road between I-575 providing lift. On the same & I-75 in Kennesaw. market day, the DJIA closed at Phone 770-952-6707. 16,272.71 and the NASDAQ at 4,318.93. Ups and downs are givens when you invest in equities. Still, the skid stocks took in 200809 has made everyone from millennials to members of the Greatest Generation anxious about any string of down days for the big indices. If the benchmarks lose a couple of percentage points in a week, or more in a month, headlines and news alerts emerge and encourage collective fears of a stock bubble.

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Be patient; be prepared. We don’t really know what will happen tomorrow, and therefore we don’t really know what will happen on Wall Street tomorrow (though we can make educated guesses in both respects). Because of that, it is wise to diversify your portfolio across different asset classes and rebalance it from time to time. Would you rather have a portfolio that might perform at least decently in varied stock market climates, or a mix of investments that only makes sense in a bull run? We recognize that diversification is wise, especially for the long run. Yet, when things go really well or really poorly on the Street, impatience and anxiety readily lure us away from the age-old wisdom. The S&P 500 rose 29.6 percent in 2013, 31.9 percent with dividends included. Rationally, investors realize that such phenomenal stock gains won’t happen every year. Even so, the temptation to go full-bore into U.S. stocks and stock funds was pretty strong at the end of 2013 ... comparable to the call to invest in gold or bear-market funds back in 2008-09. If an investor relied on impulse rather than diversification across these past few years, he or she might be poorer and/ or awfully frustrated today. Gold is in a bear market now, and according to Morningstar, the average bear market fund has lost 33 percent annually since 2008. Stocks are firmly in a bull market now, but an investor hypothetically going “all in” on domestic stocks at the end of 2013 (i.e., buying high) would have faced a market decline early in 2014 and might have impatiently sold their shares. continued on page 60

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EVERYDAY

Identifying people in need in our community

Every parent fears the unidentified call Everyday Angels is a 501c3 after midnight. You may nonprofit, established in be able to ignore it once, 2000 to bring together but the second attempt Cherokee County families in takes the life out of you. need with people who are “Is this Mrs. Holt?” From eager to help others. One that moment, emptyhundred percent of the nesters Ben and Lynn Holt donations given to Everyday began a new journey. Angels will go to the family Erin Holt, the youngest specified by the donor. To of the couple’s three donate, visit www.townelaker. daughters, graduated com/everydayangels for a from Walton High School, Paypal option, or mail your where she earned a soccer donation to: Everyday Angels, scholarship to Armstrong 2449 Towne Lake Parkway, Atlantic University (AAU) Woodstock, GA 30189. If you in Savannah, GA. Erin, would like to share a special a standout athlete, need in your community, graduated from AAU in please send an email to May 2013 and remained aaeverydayangels@gmail.com in Savannah, working as a for consideration. leasing agent. “Erin was never a child you had to worry about. She loves her family and always wants to please and never disappoint. Remaining close to her family while four hours away was always her priority,” said her mom. However, on Halloween night, Erin’s decision go out with friends in Statesboro resulted in life changing consequences. While out with friends, the vehicle she was standing beside began moving before she was securely inside. Erin fell down, and the vehicle ran over her head, causing severe damage to her brain. The driver has pending DUI charges against him. Erin was treated in Savannah for three weeks prior to transferring to Shepherd Spinal Center, while still in a coma. Her family has not left her side since that night. On Feb. 15, she was released from Shepherd and is now waiting to be evaluated

“No mom, no parent, no one wants to get that phone call at 2:57 in the morning,” Lynn Holt said.

A devastating accident has left Erin unable to walk without help.

for Shepherd’s daily outpatient Pathways program. Her daily physical, occupational and speech therapy is vital for her. Today, Erin is able to stand but she can’t walk unassisted. She is just now beginning to speak when prompted and struggles to move. Since the accident, Erin’s parents have relocated to Canton into a home conducive to their new living challenges and closer to extended family. Erin’s father, Ben, is a contractor and has not been able to accept steady jobs since caring for Erin daily. Her mom’s income is not enough to cover the bills. The future is uncertain for Erin and her family as Erin requires 24/7 care. She probably will never be 100 percent, but they remain hopeful. Once accepted into the Pathways program, Erin will have to go to the Shepherd Center five days a week, five hours a day, for therapy. This will require time, assistance and money. “Erin is tough and she’s always found a way to get it done,” said her dad. “I know there is a purpose behind this tragedy for our daughter. I envision Erin sharing her testimony and inspiring others someday. She is just that kind of girl,” said Lynn. Everyday Angels would like to assist this sweet family and Erin in her recovery efforts. Their current income cannot cover all that is necessary for Erin’s future care and recovery. It is in times like these when it truly takes a village. We invite you to help us provide them with encouragement, hope and prayers for what lies ahead. SIXES LIVING | April 2014

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EASTER EVENTS Egg Hunts April 12 Aquatic Center An Easter festival is set for 2-5 p.m. with inflatables, face painting, egg decorating, contests, prizes and a visit from the Easter Bunny. An underwater egg hunt will be held 2:30-5 p.m. for ages 4-10. Children ages 4-6 will search for eggs in the shallow water, while older kids dive for them in the deep end. Bring swimsuit, towel, goggles and change of clothes. Baskets provided. Prizes for everyone. An outdoor hunt begins at 2 p.m. for ages 1-3. Bring your own baskets. $12 per child. Register at www.crpa.net. April 12 Barrett Park in Holly Springs Arrive early for the hunt, which begins at 11 a.m. The Easter Bunny will be on hand before and after to take one complimentary photo per family. A petting zoo and playground fun are part of the festivities. Each child will receive a prize egg. Barrett Park is at 120 Park Lane, Holly Springs. (770) 345-5536. www.hollyspringsga.us. April 12 Northside Hospital-Cherokee The 28th annual free event will be 1-3 p.m. at the hospital, at 201 Hospital Road in Canton, with a petting zoo, moonwalks, carnival games, face painters, arts and crafts, food and music. Egg hunts will be broken down by age: 1:30 p.m. for children ages 0-3, and those who have special needs and require assistance; 1:45 p.m. for ages 4-6; 2 p.m. for ages 7-9, and 2:15 p.m. for age 10 and up. Photos with the Easter bunny are $5 for two. Souvenir T-shirts are $10. Proceeds benefit the special care nursery. Guests encouraged to bring diapers (large and pull-ups) and wipes for MUST Ministries. Rain date is April 13. www.northside.com

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April 12 Toonigh Church of God Free 10 a.m.-noon event includes an egg hunt, games, crafts, snacks and Bible adventures for children ages 1-12. The church is at 4775 Holly Springs Parkway. www.toonighcog.org,

Services

April 18 Hickory Flat Fellowship Flashlight egg hunt begins at 7 p.m. in the blue building behind the church at 5301 Hickory Flat Hwy., Canton. Free for all ages with a magic show and Easter bunny.

Historic Canton Theatre hosts “The Seven Last Sayings of Christ”, 171 E. Main St.: 3:30 p.m. April 13, sponsored by True Life Ministries and Pastor Gregory Hughes. The free program will include seven ministers offering seven minutes of revelation using scripture, along with worship through song, dance, and spoken word. www.truelifeministriesinc.org

April 19 Bascomb United Methodist Church Festivities begin at 11:30 a.m., with an egg hunt at 2:15 p.m. and a visit by the Easter bunny. The church is in Woodstock at 2295 Bascomb Carmel Road. www.bascombpreschool.com. April 19 Holly Springs Baptist Church Egg hunt begins at 1 p.m. at the Holly Springs Church, at 2632 Holly Springs Parkway. www.fbchollysprings.com. April 19 Sixes United Methodist Church Members are planning what they are calling “the biggest Easter egg hunt in the history of the Sixes Community” set for 1 p.m. at the church, 8385 Bells Ferry Road. www.sixesumc.org. April 19 Toonigh Baptist Church Spring event begins at 11:30 a.m. and includes an egg hunt, face painting, bouncy house, prizes, food and fellowship. Children can meet local firefighters, explore their fire truck, and meet police officers with a patrol car motorcycle and K-9 unit. The church is at 4999 Holly Springs Parkway. www.toonighbaptistchurch.com.

Cherokee Presbyterian Church, 1498 Johnson Brady Road, Canton: 7 p.m. Good Friday service at 7 p.m. April 18, Easter worship at 10:30 a.m. April 20. www.cherokee-pca.org

Holly Springs Baptist Church, 2632 Holly Springs Parkway: Service time is 10:45 a.m. April 20. www.fbchollysprings.com. Hopewell Baptist Church, 78 Ridge Rd.: Adult Easter musical at 6 p.m. April 13. Services at 9:30 and 11 a.m. April 20. www.hopewellbaptist.com. River Church, 2335 Sixes Road: A Secret Church simulcast is planned for 7 a.m.1 a.m. April 18, Good Friday, and is a time of study and worship with others around the world. $10 per person, $11 online registration at http://riverchurch. eventzilla.net. For more details on Secret Church, visit www.radical.net/ secretchurch/about/. Easter Sunday worship begins at 10:30 a.m. Sixes United Methodist Church, 8385 Bells Ferry Rd.: Good Friday service at 7 p.m. April 18. Easter begins with a sunrise service at 6:30 a.m., followed by services at 8, 9:30 and 11 a.m. www.sixesumc.org. St. Clement’s Episcopal Church, 2795 Ridge Rd.: Among the Holy Week activities are services at 8, 9 and 11 a.m. April 13, followed by 7 p.m. and midnight April 17 Maundy Thursday services, 6:30 p.m. Stations of the Cross and 7 p.m. liturgy April 18. Easter vigil at 8 p.m. April 19 with Sunday services at 8, 9 and 11 a.m. A full schedule for the week is available at www.stclementscanton.org.

Why do Some Homes Sell Faster and for More Money? BY SHEILA & KURT JOHNSON

The most important factor in getting the most money for your home in the least amount of time is pricing it correctly. A study of last quarter’s FMLS single family home sales data indicates that the average days on market was only 21 for homes that did not need a price reduction after being listed. These listings sold for an average of 98.4 percent of their list price. Kurt and Sheila Johnson are Licensed Realtors with Keller When homes are overpriced, the Williams Realty Partners and inverse is also true; 40.9 percent have served Cherokee County of the homes that sold last quarter for more than 10 years. needed at least one price reduction Visit them online at www. and ultimately sold for an average KurtandSheila.com or call of 89.2 percent of their original list (404) 954-2486. price and in an average of 117 days. Determining the right price for your home is a delicate balance between a variety of analysis methods and market area experience. It’s not enough to rely only on past sales when market conditions are indicating a strong trend up or down. Consult with a realtor familiar with your neighborhood and market conditions to get the right price for your home. To get the highest price for your home, you must prepare it for sale. This may involve a mix of staging and improvements.

Industry studies indicate that with the right staging, a seller can add 20 percent to the sales price of their home. For example: $500 in staging can bring 20 percent more for a $300,000 home (or $6,000). Our experience with flipping homes has taught us that a fresh paint job and new carpet ($6,000) can add $20,000 to the value of a home. That’s a more than 300 percent return on those repair costs. The goal is to get the most for your home with the least amount of money spent on staging and improvements. You cannot get the most for your home if buyers aren’t asking their agents to view your property. The National Association of Realtors surveyed home buyers in 2013 to determine how they found the home they purchased. Ninety two percent of these homebuyers utilized the Internet for their search. With 92 percent of homes being purchased as a result of how the home appears in the listing online, it is more important than ever that your home be marketed with great photos and high placement on the most popular real estate portals online. It’s just not enough to have your home on the multiple listing service. The more traditional marketing and social media methods are important too. Open houses, Facebook posts, print advertising and Just Listed postcards to your neighborhood are still effective ways to enlist the help of your neighbors to find a buyer for your home. This method of marketing seems to be more effective in a community like ours because so many of the homes sold are bought by other community residents wishing to upsize or downsize.

Towne Lake Primary Care provides compassionate, comprehensive medical care for the entire family. With more than 25 years of experience, Dr. Loe offers exceptional knowledge while serving with the empathetic touch and attention to detail you and your family deserve. Towne Lake Primary Care offers same-day appointments for sick visits and comprehensive women’s health services. as a board-certified physician, Dr. Loe offers: • Chronic disease management • Acute illness care • Comprehensive physical exams for sports participation & college students

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Call us today for an appointment (678) 445-0819 Robin Loe, M.D.

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Community

SUMMER CAMPS Adventures Express & Kinder Camp

Cherokee Junior Tennis Camps

Bits, Bytes and Bots

Club Scientific Summer Camps

Offered weekly June 2-Aug. 1, except June 30-July 4, at the Cherokee Recreation & Parks Agency, 7545 Main St., Woodstock. Cost is $130. Early registration held 9 a.m.-6 p.m. April 7-11, with open registration beginning April 14. Parents need to bring immunization records and $30 non-refundable deposit per child to register. www.crpa.net.

Creative technology camps include LEGO robotics, video game creation, Minecraft Mod Design, stop-motion movie making, web design and more. Half-day and full-day sessions available June 2-July 28 throughout Cherokee and Cobb counties for children ages 6 and older. Cost is $200 half day, $300 full day. (770) 826-0449. www.bbb-atlanta.com.

Bounce House

Offering half-day (9 a.m.-1 p.m.) and full-day (9 a.m.-4 p.m.) sessions weekly June 2-July 28 at the Bounce House, 765 Ash St., Canton. Pre-registration required. Before and after care available only with preregistration. www.thebouncehouseac.com.

Camp Gideon

The Christian camp on Lake Allatoona is offering Impact youth leadership camp June 14-20, and Discovery day camp June 16-20 and June 23-27. Camp Gideon is in Acworth at 3545 Walden Lane. Costs vary. www.campgideon.com.

This summer could be a busy one for your children, from the looks of this comprehensive guide.

Five sessions are offered June 9-July 24, with tiny tots sessions for children younger than age 8, and day camp for older children, at the Cherokee Tennis Center, 155 Brooke Blvd., Woodstock. Cost is $50 tiny tots, $160 day camp. Multiple child discounts offered. (770) 592-4582. Proshopctc@gmail.com. www.cherokeetenniscenter.com.

Campers ages 4-14 can choose from 28 themes. Sessions held 9 a.m.-4 p.m. weeks of June 23, July 7 and July 14 at Cherokee Charter Academy, 2126 Sixes Road. Costs start at $245 per week. www.clubscientific.com.

Core Camps Plus

Half-day sessions for elementary through high school students covering math, science robotics, SAT/ACT preparation, rapid reading and more at Cherokee Christian School, 3075 Trickum Road, Woodstock. www.corecampsplus.com.

CRPA Fishing Camp

The basics of fishing, strategies and tactics and other skills will be taught to campers ages 9-14 June 2-6 at Twin Creeks Softball Complex. A cookout and fish fry will wrap up the week. Cost is $150. Contact Jay Worley at jworley@cherokeega.com or (770) 924-7768.

Canton Golf Club Junior Golf Camp

Learn the fundamentals of golf for ages 7-15 (exceptions on age can be made based on maturity) June 16-18, 8:30-11:30 a.m. Cost is $165. Contact Craig King at (770) 345-3786 or (770) 479-2772.

Cherokee Outdoor YMCA

Activities for ages 5-15 include water skiing, canoeing, arts and crafts, rock climbing, archery, horseback riding, little princess and Jedi camps at 201 E. Bells Ferry Road. Dates are June 2-Aug. 1. (770) 345-9622. www.cherokeeymcaregistration.com. K.A.O.S. campers enjoy special field trips. 20

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CRPA Harmony Lacrosse Camp

Beginner and advanced fundamentals will be taught by an experienced coaching staff during the June 2-5 camp for ages 7-18. Cost is $175 for half-day, $250 for full-day at the Riverside Athletic Complex. Contact Jay Worley at jworley@cherokeega.com or (770) 924-7768.

Curtain Call Youth Players

Drama camp themes range from musicals to improv for elementary, middle and high school students at 2800 Canton Road, Suite 600, Marietta. June 2-July 28. www.ccyp.org.

Dance Imagination Fairytale Ballet

Offering sessions 9 a.m.-1 p.m. June 17-20, June 24-27, July 15-18 and July 22-25 for children ages 2 and older at 119 Mill St., Woodstock. Cost is $40 per day or $140 per week. (678) 445-2731. www.danceimagination.com.

Elm Street Drama

Each camper gets a T-shirt, script and DVD of final performance with sessions available weekly June 2-Aug. 1. Age division is 5-7 juniors, 8-14 seniors. Elm Street Cultural Arts Village is at 8534 Main St., Woodstock. (678) 494-4251. www.elmstreetarts.org.

Destinations: Festivals Offer Outdoor Family Fun BY LYNNE WATTS

Spring is in the air, and what better way to enjoy Atlanta in bloom than with a festival? April 11-13, Piedmont Park hosts the 78th annual Atlanta Dogwood Festival. Stroll through the nationally renowned juried Fine Artist Market, which features sculpture, paintings, pottery, jewelry, photography and more. Children of all ages will love the Kids Village with the huge inflatables, face painting and hands-on arts and crafts. Music is also a part of the weekend’s Lynne Watts is an author, entertainment, with a wide array of speaker, coach, mom and diverse musical talent. Of course, no counselor for Cherokee County schools. Follow her festival would be complete without at http://acalledwoman. delicious festival food, featuring com/, http://lynnewatts. funnel cakes, gyros, crab cakes and com and http:// much more. wyatthewonderdog.com. www.dogwood.org/About Closer to home, downtown Kennesaw hosts the annual Big Shanty Festival on April 12-13. Visit the more than 250 booths filled with arts and crafts, food vendors and merchants. A parade kicks off the event at 9:30 on

Georgia All-Star Gymnastics

Sessions for children ages 3-12 are held 7 a.m.6 p.m. weekly June 2-Aug. 1 at 105 Arnold Mill Park, Woodstock. (770) 516-2654. info@ga-allstars.com. www.ga-allstars.com.

KAOS Camp

Special needs campers ages 6-22 are given a 3:1 ratio of counselors to campers for the weekly sessions that begin June 2 at Cherokee Recreation and Parks Agency, 7545 Main St., Building 200, Woodstock. Registration begins April 14. (404) 445-6934. fsanders@cherokeega.com.

KidZone High Adventure

Weekly sessions 9 a.m.-4 p.m., with free early drop-off at 8 a.m. and late pick-up until 5:30 p.m. at Escalade Rock Climbing Gym, 3694 Kennesaw S. Industrial Drive NW, Kennesaw. Ages 6-12. (770) 794-1575. www.escaladegym.com.

Kids Time Academy

Co-ed drama and soccer clubs for ages 4-12 include full meal plan, field trips and materials. Camp is at Kids Time, 9562 Bells Ferry Road. www.kidztymeacademy.com.

Saturday morning, followed by a great variety of entertainment on two outdoor stages. Train lovers and Civil War buffs will also want to take the time to visit the Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History. Here you can learn the story of The General and the Great Locomotive Chase, while enjoying the interactive exhibits and displays in the Jolley Education Center. www.kennesaw.com/big-shanty-festival/ Want to spend a weekend away and relax in a storybook setting, while enjoying exceptional cuisine, fine golf, or a refreshing spa visit? Visit Barnsley Resort in Adairsville. Be sure to tour the In 1991, Barnsley Gardens opened to the public. ruins of the estate built by Godfrey Barnsley for his beloved bride, who unfortunately became ill and died during construction. Spend Easter at one of the Barnsley Gardens cottages. You can attend a sunrise Easter service, enjoy a lavish Easter buffet, catch a ride in a horse drawn carriage with the Easter Bunny and treat the kids to an Easter egg hunt. www.barnsleyresort.com/

North Atlanta Fencing Center Beginner and intermediate camps will be held 10 a.m.-4 p.m. June 16-21 and July 21-25 at 10029 Ga. 92, Suite 124, Woodstock. Cost is $275 if you register by May 19 for first week, or June 23 for second week. Lunch and gear provided. www.northatlantafc.com.

Paper.Scissors.Cake

The children’s art studio will offer sessions on painting, drawing, upcycled art, collage and printmaking at the studio, located at 6687 Bells Ferry Road, Woodstock. (404) 867-1630. Check Paper.Scissors.Cake’s Facebook page.

Safety Town

Rising kindergartners learn safety basics during 9 a.m.-noon sessions June 9-13, June 16-27 and June 23-27 at Bascomb Elementary School, 1335 Wyngate Parkway, Woodstock. Cost is $75. www.cherokeecountysafetytown.org.

Studio 121

Art camp and classes for kindergartners and older are set for 9 a.m.-noon June 2-July 18 at 121 Brown St., Canton. Cost is $135. www.julieerogers.com. www.patriciareeves.com.

Theatre of the Sports and Stars

Offering sessions 7 a.m.-6 p.m. June 2-July 25 for ages 5-12 at Allen Temple Christian Academy, 232 Arnold Mill Road. Cost is $120 per week, lunch included. www.allentemplechristianacademy.org.

Towne Lake Community Church

Weekly themes change for children ages 4-9, with sessions 9 a.m.-2 p.m. June 9-27 and July 7-25 at the Woodstock church at 132 N. Medical Parkway. Cost is $90 per week or $25 per day. One-time registration fee is $20 per child. camp@tlcchurch.com. (678) 445-8766, ext. 203.

Zenit Gymnastics

Theme is Visit Europe in 35 Days, with a different country featured each week through arts, crafts, outdoor and indoor games, and movies. Sessions run 8 a.m.-4 p.m. June 2-July 25 at 222 Brown Industrial Pkwy., Canton. Cost is $130 for non-members. (770) 345-0888. www.zenitgymnastics.com.

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Community

CALENDAR April 8 Main Street Morning in Canton: The downtown networking group will meet at 8 a.m. at the Cherokee County History Museum, in the historic courthouse at 100 North St. Free, open to the public. Next month’s meeting will be May 16 at Studio 121, 121 Brown St. www.canton-georgia.com. April 8-30 Cherokee County Senior Olympics: Presented by Northside HospitalCherokee, the opening ceremony is April 8 and closing ceremony April 30. Events including swimming, bowling, billiards, tennis and basketball will be held throughout the county. www.cherokeecountyseniorolympics. com.

Wills, 6-10 p.m. at the Northside Hospital Cherokee Conference Center, 1130 Bluffs Parkway. Cocktails, dinner and entertainment $125 per ticket, admits two. Door prizes and silent auction. April 12 Mini Meatloaf Throwdown: A hands-on class with Chef Alan begins at 7 p.m. at the Leaning Ladder Premium Olive Oils and Vinegars, 103 E. Main St., Woodstock. RSVP (678) 401-2609. www.leaningladderoliveoil.com.

April 12 Serenade Heights Motorcycle Benefit Ride and BBQ: The fundraiser to support single mother families begins at 10 a.m. at Woodstock First Baptist Church and ends at Woodstock Jasper Church. www.serenadeheights.org. April 12 Hickory Flat Thunder 5K Run/Walk: 5K begins at 7:30 a.m., fun run at 8:30 a.m. at Hickory Flat Elementary School, 2755 E. Cherokee Drive. Benefits the school’s foundation. http://thunderrun5k.com. April 12 Denim & Diamonds: The Rotary Club of Canton presents the 21st annual event, featuring country recording artist Mark 22

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April 19 Fish Fry Class: 7–9 p.m. at Leaning Ladder Premium Olive Oils and Vinegars, 103 E. Main St., Woodstock. RSVP by calling (678) 401-2609. www.leaningladderoliveoil.com April 22 Humane Society Fundraiser: Georgia Hypnotherapy Associates will teach participants about the benefits of hypnosis for a $20 donation, which will go to the humane society. Times are 10 a.m., and 3 and 7 p.m. at 6478 Putnam Ford Road, Woodstock. Registration required by calling (678) 938-7274 or emailing georgiahypnotherapy@live.com.

April 12 BridgeMill-Sixes Service League Fundraiser: Striking Out Cancer is a family fun bowling fundraiser set for 10 a.m.noon at Cherokee Lanes in Canton. Prices start at $7 for two hours of bowling and shoe rental. www.bssl.org/relaybowl. April 12 Stone Cold Country with Joe Chastain: New CD release at 7:30 p.m. at the Historic Canton Theatre. Tickets $12 in advance, $15 at the door. (770) 704-0755. www.cantontheatre.com.

April 18-20 & 25-27 “Godspell.” Shows at 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and 2 p.m. Sundays at City Center, 8534 Main St., Woodstock. Advance tickets $12 adults, $11 seniors/ students, $10 children ages 3-12. At the door, $15, $13 and $12. www.elmstreetarts.org.

Latimer Hall Arts and Crafts Show

April 12 Latimer Hall Arts & Craft Show: 10 a.m.–4 p.m. with handmade crafts, jewelry, pottery, fiber arts, woodwork and metal arts at 103 Towne Lake Parkway, Woodstock. www.mainstreetcraftshow. com. April 13 Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace Class: St. Clement’s Episcopal Church is offering the nine-week course, with classes at 4 p.m. Sundays. Cost per couple is $93. Register online at www.stclementscanton.org. April 17 English High Tea with Author Sharon Kiser: begins at 4 p.m., will be followed by a meet-andgreet with Sharon Kiser, author of “That End of Lilac Lane.” Hats and gloves or jeans and boots are suggested attire. Ivy Manor, 8838 Main St. (770) 592-1444.

April 23 Dancing for the Children Celebrity Dance Challenge: Presented by the Service League of Cherokee County at Marriott on Windward Parkway, Alpharetta. General admission $75. Money raised will be used to help children in need in Cherokee County. www.serviceleague.net April 23 Prostate Cancer Screening: Northside Hospital is sponsoring this free screening 6-8 p.m. at the Northside HospitalCherokee Outpatient Rehab Services building, 211 Hospital Road. Call (404) 845-5555, then press 0 to make an appointment. April 25 Taste of Cherokee Food and Family Festival: The 6th annual event will take place 5-8 p.m. in downtown Canton. Proceeds benefit the Cherokee High School Marching Band’s trip to London in 2015. (678) 372-9362. April 25 Give a Child a Mulligan: Golf tournament sponsored by the Junior Service League of Woodstock, set to begin at 1 p.m. at the Golf Club at Bradshaw Farm. Register at 11:30 a.m. www.jslwoodstock.org.

April 25-26 God Who? Concert and Conference: 6 p.m. Friday night with Archie Watkins, Glorybound, Jerry and Jan Goff and Dr. Jerry Goff. Beginning at 10 a.m. Saturday breakout sessions including Bible studies, marriage enrichment, church sound and tech training and worship leader training. At 4:30 p.m. Saturday featuring New Desire, The Old Paths, The Nelons, Dr. Brenda Robinson, Ben Speer and Pastor Johnny Hunt. www.thegloryboundministries.com.

April 26 Once Upon a Dive-In Movie: The Cherokee County Aquatic Center is hosting a night of floating and movie fun that starts at 6 p.m. Bring your own noodle or clear inner tube, or use one at the center. www.crpa.net.

April 26 Spring Fling Fashion Show: The 13th annual fundraiser, sponsored by the BridgeMill Sixes Service League, is set for 11 a.m. at Tuscany Italian Grill in Woodstock. Tickets are $30. Fashions by Belk Riverstone. judithmbehrens@gmail. Spring Fling com. www.bssl.org.

April 27 Jeremi & Amy Richardson in concert: The singers, who are part of contemporary Christian group Avalon will be guests at the 11 a.m. service at Toonigh Church of God, 4775 Holly Springs Parkway. www.toonighcog.org.

Fashion Show

April 26 Taste & Sound of Woodstock: 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at Woodstock City Park. Woodstock High School band program fundraiser. wwbbfundraising@gmail.com.

May 1-3 Demonstration by Clay Botanical Sculptor Jimy Nichols: Wine and hors dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;oeuvres reception, 6-8 p.m. Thursday, demonstrations 2 p.m. Friday and 11

a.m. Saturday at Ivy Manor, 8838 Main St., Woodstock. For more information, check out Ivy Manor Interiors on Facebook. May 2 First Friday in Canton: 6-9 p.m. in downtown Canton, featuring food, entertainment and a classic car display. www.canton-georgia.com. May 2 Cherokee High Touchdown Club Golf Tournament: 1 p.m. shotgun start at BridgeMill Athetic Club. Contributions are tax deductible. Hole-in-one car giveaway, quarterback-throw competition, punt-pass-kick-score option. www.cherokeewarriorsfootball.org. May 3 Yard Sale: The ladiesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; ministry at Toonigh Church of God will host a sale 8 a.m.-2 p.m. in the church parking lot, 4775 Holly Springs Parkway. www.toonighcog.org. continued on page 24

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Community May 3 Healing Hands Youth Ranch Raise for the Roses: Doors open at 4:30 p.m. at Northside Hospital-Cherokee Conference Center. Kentucky Derby-themed fundraiser for Healing Hands Youth Ranch. www.hhyr.org. May 3 Kentucky Derby Day: The Cherokee County Historical Society is hosting the 11th annual event, set for 3:30-7 p.m. at the Rock Barn, 658 Marietta Hwy. Guests invited to wear their best hat to enjoy the race, pony pull, gourmet food, mint juleps, silent auction, and bourbon tasting. Tickets $50. (770) 345.3288. www.rockbarn.org. May 9 Erik Norlander and the Galactic Collective: At 7:30 p.m., the keyboardist and composer will perform instrumentals at the Cherokee Arts Center. Presale $20, $25 at the door (cash only). www.cherokeearts.org. May 9 Leadercast Cherokee: A day (8:30 a.m.-

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8 a.m.-5 p.m. in the parking lot of Faith Family Church, 5744 Bells Ferry Road. Rain date is May 24. Donations are tax deductible. No clothing donations please. Proceeds to fund transportation for Kidâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bible Clubs. www.kidsbibleclubs.org. Canton Arts Festival

4:30 p.m.) filled with speakers, including former first lady Laura Bush, Dr. Henry Cloud, Malcolm Gladwell, Andy Stanley, Desmond Tutu, and more at Canton First United Methodist Church, 930 Lower Scott Mill Road. Cost is $79, or $59 for groups of five or more. To register, visit www.leadercastcherokee.eventbrite.com. May 17-18 Canton Festival of the Arts: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. in downtown Canton, the festival will include more than 60 artists, a childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s art experience, serenity gardens, food and entertainment. www.cherokeearts.org/festival. May 17 Yard Sale 4kids: Donations are being accepted now for the fundraiser, set for

May 24 Holly Springs Volunteer Fire Department 5K & Fun Run: The race begins at 8 a.m. at Holly Springs Elementary and finishes in Barrett Memorial Park. The fun run starts in Barrett Memorial Park at the end of the 5K. T-shirts and awards will follow the races. www.hollyspringsga.us. May 31, June 1 Cherokee Chorale Pops Concert: 7:30 p.m. Saturday and 3 p.m. Sunday at the Falany Performing Arts Center, Reinhardt University. Conducted by Wes Soner and featuring the Broadway music of Stephen Schwartz. www.cherokeechorale.org. June 9 Chamber Classic Golf Tournament: 8:30 a.m. registration, 10 a.m. shotgun start at the BridgeMill Athletic Club, 1190 BridgeMill Ave. www.cherokeechamber.com.

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Lifestyle

Wine and Fondue BY DAVID HECKELMOSER

Cheese fondue conjures up memories of friends sitting around a warm vat of cheese while everyone tries to make sure their bread doesn’t fall off the long fork into the mix. Most people think of fondue as just cheese and bread. Fondue became popular centuries ago in Switzerland, where hard cheeses like Gruyère, Emmental and Raclette were mixed with Kirsch (fruit brandy made with morello cherries), and a sturdy David Heckelmoser is a local resident wine crusty bread was dipped into the enthusiast, member of creamy cheese mixture on cold the Guild of Sommeliers, winter days. Fondue is also made Certified Specialist of using a dry white wine. Wine (CSW) and is Wine The cheese mixture is often Spirits Education Trust certified (WSET). Contact paired with a crisp dry Riesling, David at heck4773@ Chenin Blanc, Brut Champagne or bellsouth.net. Brut sparkling wines, which cut through the rich fatty Gruyère. These wines will also pair with apples or pears dipped in the cheese. Other wines to consider are Chablis and Aligoté. Avoid oaky California Chardonnay. You want a wine with acidity. After you have had the cheese fondue, jump into making a hot oil fondue. Use vegetable or corn oil, and make sure the temperature remains about 375 degrees. Any lower, and the food will absorb too much oil. Use small cubes of raw beef, chicken, mushrooms and potatoes. Also give firm, meaty fish— such as swordfish— a try. You can still stay with a sparkling wine from your cheese fondue if you wish, as fried foods pair

well with sparkling wines. If you want to change it up a little, go with a Spanish Cava. After this, move on to the dessert fondue with chocolate. Use a high quality dark or milk chocolate, and get creative by stirring in flaked coconut, mini-marshmallows, toasted hazelnuts or almonds. Try dipping some cubed pound cake, strawberries, banana slices or pineapple cubes. Move to a red dessert wine like Banyuls or a Tawny port. Gather a group and have a party with fondue! Start with the cheese, move to the oil and finish with the chocolate fondue. Celebrate National Cheese Fondue Day on April 11; invite some friends over for a fondue party. Ask everyone to bring something like bread, vegetables, meats and fresh fruit. And don’t forget the pound cake and marshmallows for the chocolate. Bon appétit!

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Lifestyle

Mosquito Prevention BY RICK COUGHLIN

With warm weather approaching, it is once again time to start thinking about mosquito prevention. Mosquitoes cause more human suffering than any other organism – more than one million people die from mosquito-borne diseases every year, and another 700 million become sick from bites. Mosquitoes carry diseases that afflict humans and transmit several diseases and parasites that affect dogs and horses, including dog heartworm, West Nile virus (WNV) and Rick Coughlin is the Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE). And owner of The Mosquito now there is a new mosquito-borne Authority. Email him at disease called chikungunya that has rick@bugsbite.com originated in the Caribbean. In Georgia, mosquito-borne viruses are most active late spring through early fall. Here are some things you can do to keep mosquitoes out of your yard. Eliminate Standing Water: If you want to reduce the risk of being exposed to West Nile and other diseases, it is important to reduce mosquito breeding sites on your property. Mosquitoes require standing water to breed, so eliminate areas of standing water such as puddles, flower pots holding water, full buckets, etc.,

“Mosquitoes cause more human suffering than any other organism.” Landscape with Mosquitoes in Mind: If you decide to add water features to your yard, be sure that the water circulates enough to stop mosquitoes from breeding. If the water is stagnant, you may need to add larvicide to control mosquito larva. If you notice standing water collecting on your property, consider grading or adjusting the way water flows across your yard. Care for your Pets Properly: Make sure you change the water in their bowl every day. It only takes a small amount of water to breed thousands of mosquitoes. Maintain Outdoor Toys: If you have outdoor play sets that collect water, consider drilling small holes in the bottom so the water will drain. Make sure you empty any water that may collect in toys after it rains. Keep child-sized pools empty when not in use. Consider hiring a Mosquito Service: If you have tried these steps and are still bothered by mosquitoes, consider hiring a mosquito service. Professionals can eliminate mosquitoes from your yard and keep them away. Hire a professional who utilizes integrated pest control in four steps to eliminate mosquitoes: mosquito identification, habitat removal, larval control and adult control. Each step is extremely important.

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B.loved Offers Fashion, Décor in Downtown Canton B.loved

191 E. Main St., Canton GA 30114 (770) 704-7447 www.shopbloved.com www.facebook.com/shopbloved www.pinterest.com/shopbloved Instagram@shopbloved

Hours: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday. Open late during Canton’s First Friday events.

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B.loved boutique owner Mandy Spell just celebrated her shop’s sixmonth anniversary at the corner of East Marietta and North Main streets in Canton. After two months of remodeling — extensive work that included replacing flooring and tearing out walls — B.loved opened in September as downtown’s only clothing boutique. The exposed-brick walls are lined with racks filled with stylish attire which Mandy describes as earthy and bohemian with a touch of vintage. She updates her inventory weekly, a selection

that includes clothing, handmade jewelry by local artists, leather handbags and belts. Shoes are the next item she will bring into the shop. “We love to find unique, one-of-kind pieces that you may not find anywhere else,” said Mandy, who recently returned from a buying trip to Las Vegas. “We carry the trends for the season as well as classic pieces that never go out of style. We want to keep the store up-to-date and fresh.” Mandy’s sense of style also is evident in the store’s rustic design. Merchandise 28

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displays feature antiques and family heirlooms, including fashionable wardrobe when doors from her she was in high school. grandmother’s house Her interest in fashion that are covered with and business was fueled mirrors and propped up in the fitting rooms. by her senior project – a Inside the front research paper on owning window, two hard-shell a boutique. She enrolled suitcases mounted in Atlanta InterContinental on the wall double as University, where she shelves for old photos earned a bachelor’s of fine and jewelry displays. arts in fashion marketing. A light fixture made She’s worked in the fashion from an old chicken industry for more than five Mandy Spell (above and top left) feeder hangs over a years. carries jewelry lines from local wall decorated with an artists in the boutique. After graduation, she and old headboard, where Photos by Karen Nickel Photography a friend managed an online blouses and tops hang clothing store for more than from glass doorknobs. These touches three years. Her store’s name comes were designed by Mandy to make from the meaning of Mandy’s name — customers feel right at home. “someone who must be loved.” Because of the positive response to Shoppers visit B.loved from as far as her décor, Mandy also sells many of the Ellijay and Blue Ridge. It isn’t uncommon furniture, display props, lamps and other for Mandy to get texts asking fashion accents, in addition to two lines of soyadvice. “I always say, if you like it, based candles. just wear it. Do what you like. I see “Our goal is to offer something for clothes as a reflection of an individual’s everyone when they come to shop personality. We want to offer quality with us,” said Mandy. The quality and clothing along with affordable prices but stylishness of her clothing lines appeal to allow you create your own style.” women of all ages. She is able to cater To make sure individuality is protected, to such a broad range because she gets Mandy doesn’t continuously reorder to know her customers, and has them in the same styles. If a customer is looking mind when she buys merchandise for the for something specific, she’ll help in the shop. search. The 26-year-old hasn’t always been “We love to help our customers, known for being so stylish. She admits and share with them what’s new and that her favorite article of clothing during show them items that they may like,” elementary and middle school years said Mandy. “It’s a personal-shopper was a pair of basketball shorts. Mandy experience.” exchanged her athletic wear for a more

Health & Wellness

Tennis Elbow, Anyone? BY KEVIN ROULHAC

Thousands of Atlanta residents have pulled out their tennis rackets, skirts and shoes now that the snow and ice are behind us and the trees are filled with buds and blooms. I often treat tennis players and other athletes who have developed significant forearm and elbow pain. Most often this pain is diagnosed as tennis elbow, also known scientifically as lateral epicondylitis. Tennis elbow most commonly affects the top of the Kevin Roulhac is an forearm (wrist extensors) and occupational and certified the outside of the elbow (lateral hand therapist. He has epicondyle). A person can be successfully rehabilitated diagnosed with tennis elbow or people with upper extremity injuries for 15 years. He is the lateral epicondylitis even if he co-founder of nmotion Hand or she doesn’t play tennis. In and Physical Therapy, located fact, tennis elbow affects 1 to 3 in Woodstock and Alpharetta. percent of the population and 10 to 50 percent of tennis players during their careers. Fewer than 5 percent of tennis elbow diagnoses are related to tennis. Most of these injuries occur due to incorrect postures, repetitive motions without breaks and

overuse. Here are my best suggestions for decreasing tennis elbow pain, or avoiding it altogether. • Listen to your body. Most of the time, our bodies give us warning signs. Do not ignore the small pain you are having in your elbow and forearm. Those small pains can quickly become bigger pains. When you feel pain, discontinue the activity as soon as possible and put ice on the region for approximately 20 minutes. I don’t recommend returning to that activity until pain has resolved. • Warm up properly. Whether you are a competitive athlete, weekend warrior or an industrial athlete, warming up prior to activity is essential to avoiding injury. If you don’t know how to warm up properly, consult your nearest therapist or trainer. • Take breaks. Maintaining a posture for an extended period of time without taking a break can cause injury as easily as repetitive movements. Sustained postures can decrease the amount of oxygen that your tissue receives as well as create muscle imbalances that can lead to pain. Taking a 30-second to a one-minute break to stretch during activities and throughout the work day can be instrumental in avoiding tennis elbow and other injuries. • Use ice. If you notice swelling during or after an activity, apply ice for 20-30 minutes to inhibit inflammation. Prevention is the key to avoiding tennis elbow or any other cumulative-type injury.

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Health & Wellness

Natural Remedies for Allergy Sufferers BY ALISHA O’BRIAN

Alisha O’Brian has been an integral member of the natural health industry for more than 25 years. She has earned a Masters of Holistic Nutrition degree and is currently pursuing her Ph.D. in divinity. She has many years of experience in lifestyle counseling and offers extensive counseling with people who are battling terminal illnesses.

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Allergy season is upon us, a time when pollen from trees, grass, flowers and plants makes its way into the air. More than 35 million Americans suffer each year with allergy symptoms that can include sneezing, runny and/ or stuffy nose, itchy/watery/red eyes, coughing, wheezing, sinus pain and headaches. If you suffer from allergies, the first step is to modify your diet and water intake. Drink half of your body weight in ounces of clean filtered water per day (e.g., a 150 lb. person should drink 75 ounces per day). Drinking plenty of water helps to flush out toxins and allergens. Include foods in your diet that are high in nutrient content, including dark green leafy vegetables such as kale, spinach, beet greens, chard,

cabbage and brightly colored vegetables such as beets, carrots and sweet potatoes. Foods that boost the immune system and are naturally anti-inflammatory include onions, garlic, ginger and cayenne. Reduce or eliminate foods that decrease the immune system, including dairy, sugar, processed foods such as deli meats, fast food and alcohol. I urge you to try natural approaches before running out to pick up over-the-counter medicines. There are many herbal/ nutritional remedies available that can relieve allergy symptoms without the drowsiness, fatigue, dizziness, dry mouth or headaches caused by prescriptions or over-the-counter medicines. Look for products at a natural health store that contain some of the following ingredients: • Vitamin C promotes a normal histamine response and healthy immune function. • Quercetin has been shown to promote normal histamine levels in the body. • N-Acetyl Cysteine thins mucus secretions of the lungs and bronchial system. • Bioflavonoids promote a normal inflammatory response in the sinus cavities and healthy immune system function. • Bromelain thins mucus secretions and helps clear the airways. continued on page 60

Young Entrepreneur Overcomes Obstacles to Open Business

A strong support system of family and friends surrounds the young entrepreneur.

or anyone serious about good health and working out, supplements are usually part of the equation. Vitamins, protein powders, joint enhancers and other products can help you get the results you want. While finding supplements is not difficult, the challenge is knowing what to take. Entrepreneur Ruben Rodriquez saw the need for a nutrition store where personal guidance is offered, and opened FLEX Nutrition in January. FLEX carries a wide variety of top name nutritional products including protein powders, supplements, vitamins, cleanses, protein snacks and more for all ages of humans and pets. Shoppers at FLEX can benefit from Ruben’s education, extensive product knowledge and true passion for his business. Ruben is only 23 years old. Once you know Ruben’s story, you’ll appreciate the wisdom and foresight of this young entrepreneur. Ruben is originally from Miami, the son of two ministers. Miami presented many negative temptations for Ruben, and he found himself getting into trouble…a lot. In an effort to help their son, his parents moved the family to Georgia, where life was simpler. Ruben attended Cherokee High School, and, at his parents’ request, he became involved in sports. Even though he was busy with sports, he still managed to find time to get into trouble with alcohol and drugs. He was 18 and still in high school when he moved out on his own, working two jobs to support himself while finishing school. His pattern of bad behavior continued until his younger brother visited him. “When I told my

younger brother Gabriel not to drink or do drugs, I was called out by him because I was telling him not to do something I had been doing for years. I wanted him to do better.” So Ruben changed his path. After graduating from high school in 2009, he enrolled at Chattahoochee Technical College to study nutrition. Despite working three jobs to make ends meet, he had to leave college in 2011 for financial reasons. He started working in two nutritional stores, where he learned about the business and earned a Nutrition Certificate while working for one of these employers and a desire to open his own store. One of his guiding principles is to provide the best possible customer service. Ruben is a hands-on owner and is in the store most of the time. The same brother who had challenged Ruben and is now an Airman in the Air Force Reserve and the only other employee. “I wanted to create a welcoming, completely comfortable environment for all my clients, which is reflected in the layout and décor,” said Ruben. “Customers are not bombarded with product when they enter the store. I have created a small sitting area so if customers are shopping with children, the children can watch TV while they shop. The store is brightly colored and well lit, with products clearly labeled on the shelves.” Ruben takes time to get to know his clients and their goals so he can help them find the best possible product. Ruben wanted to appeal to men and women, so he did a Facebook survey on the name FLEX. “Men saw flex in the terms of muscles, and women saw the word as flexible nutrition. Since the store offers products to build muscle and products for a variety of nutritional needs, the name works.” Ruben offers customers 10 percent off the listed prices and 15 percent off for military members. No one leaves empty handed. He enjoys giving his customers freebies, whether it’s a shaker, a protein powder sample or a T-shirt. FLEX Nutrition is a true reflection of Ruben’s passion for health and helping others on their quest to healthier living. Visit From left, friends Flavio Valiente and Lance FLEX Nutrition to see for Brooks with Ruben and Gabriel Rodriquez. yourself.

FLEX Nutrition 6234 Old Hwy. 5, Ste. D6 (East Cherokee Publix shopping center) (678) 540-6152 www.facebook.com/flexnutritionhollysprings Hours: Mon. – Fri. 10 a.m. – 8 p.m Sat. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Sun. noon – 5 p.m. SIXES LIVING | April 2014

Feature

Real Property. The combination of law practices at Hartman-Imbriale may seem odd: real estate and personal injury. At a glance, the two specialties may not seem like they have a lot in common, but once you get to know the two attorneys at the helm, Andrew (Andy) Hartman and James (Jim) Imbriale, you will see similarities in philosophy, client care and results. Fourteen years ago, Andy and Jim met at a real estate closing and became fast friends. In addition to sharing the same profession, they discovered they had a lot in common and shared a lot of the same values. Their business philosophies were also congruous, which led to the decision to go into practice together. “The type of law we each practice is a direct reflection of our personalities,” said Andy. “My specialty allows me to create long-term relationships with clients, and I enjoy the problem solving aspect of real estate law. Jim likes to take on a fight against big insurance companies and corporations. What is similar is our dedication to providing excellent customer service to our clients while achieving the best possible results.”

Real Estate

Left: Christina Adams, Andrew Hartman and Ralph Walker.

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Three real estate attorneys, Andrew Hartman, Ralph Walker and Christina Adams, and a team of paralegals handle nearly 100 closings each month from several office locations, with the “mothership” being located on Towne Lake Parkway in Woodstock. “Our goal is keep our clients informed every step of the way and make the process as seamless as possible,” said Andy. In addition to commercial and residential real estate closings, the team provides legal counseling and advice for a multitude of complex real estate matters such as foreclosures, title examinations and clearing of defects and more. And in part due to the team’s years of experience and proficiency, Hartman-Imbriale is part of the Department of HUD’s Buyer Select Program, allowing the law practice to be closing attorneys for HUD properties. “Whatever the situation or problem is, we will always offer candid advice. We offer creative solutions for real estate agents, lenders, buyers and sellers,” said Andy. The real estate team also handles estate planning including wills, trusts and power of attorney. “We guide our clients through the complexity of estate planning while providing a high level of service,” said Andy. Andy and his team realize that while they can be extremely proficient and knowledgeable in the area of real estate law, if the customer service isn’t there, chances are repeat business won’t be there either. “Customer service is our number one priority. We are accessible and very responsive to our clients and promptly return all phone calls and emails. We provide big-firm expertise with small-firm sensibilities,” said Andy. As part of its commitment to customer service, Andy noted that while Hartman-Imbriale has two offices Woodstock and Jasper, he and his fellow attorneys are flexible and if the client can’t come to them, they will go to the client.

Real Justice. Personal Injury

The personal injury team of Jim Imbriale, Jeff Yashinsky and Michael Gumprecht fight for the victims of car accidents, premises accidents and wrongful deaths. “For us, it’s about seeking justice and making companies and corporations who have been negligent or unfair accountable,” said Jim. Jeff continued, “We like to try cases. If settling isn’t an option, we have no problem going to trial to get everything we believe our client deserves. I equate it to a ‘David vs. Goliath’ mentality.” A perfect example of this mentality can be seen in a case where Jim and Jeff were part of a legal team in a slip and fall case that involved a national hotel chain. The plaintiff, who was a guest at the hotel, slipped and fell on a puddle of water that had resulted from a leaking air conditioning unit. He hit his head on the concrete, which later resulted in headaches and vision and hearing problems. The client accumulated $45,000 in medical bills, and initially the hotel refused any responsibility at all for the injury and denied it three years. Three years later, after much legal maneuvering and many depositions, on the day of trial, the hotel offered $250,000, which was promptly rejected by the plaintiff and his attorneys. In the end, through the meticulous gathering of evidence, witness and expert testimonies, the jury was convinced the hotel had been negligent and awarded the plaintiff $1.78 million in damages. This was a big case and time consuming, but no matter how big or small the case is, clients can expect the same tenacity and top-notch legal representation from a team of legal professionals. “We have six members of our team, and all six of those members work on each case,” said Jim. “We take cases that others turn down for various reasons, and initial expenses are fronted by us, not the client. No matter how big or small the suit amount is, we fight for the client every step of the way.” And like the real estate part of the practice, providing superior customer service is paramount to the personal injury team as well. “We provide free consultations and explain the whole process from start to finish. All phone calls and emails are promptly returned, and we take our time with each and every case. Over the course of time, we hear repeatedly from juries that they could see how we believed in our client and how passionate we were to get justice for them,” said Jeff. Jim and Andy are both residents of Cherokee County. Jim resides in Towne Lake and Andy in BridgeMill, and both believe in giving back to their community. The firm supports a variety of charities including Habitat for Humanity, Papa’s Pantry, MUST Ministries and many others.

Left: Jim Imbriale, Michael Gumprecht and Jeff Yashinsky.

Hartman-Imbriale Smart. Strong. Successful.

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Health & Wellness

Restoring the Gleam In Your Smile BY DR. SCOTT R. HARDEN

Sparkling white teeth can enhance your smile and contribute to a positive self-image, a fact that has made teeth whitening as popular in today’s society as hair coloring. The first step should be a dental exam, to check for tooth decay or gum disease that need treating before starting the whitening process. Other factors that may affect how well the whiteners work include medications, excessive Dr. Scott Harden is a fluoride, trauma, metal dental dentist at Fountain restorations genetics, illnesses View Family Dentistry. and aging. While more advanced You can reach Dr. Harden whitening procedures may help at (770) 926-0000 or visit FountainViewSmiles.com. in some cases, there may be circumstances where whitening won’t correct the discoloration. Whitening works best to remove discoloration caused by coffee, tea, tobacco and certain foods. Options vary from the professional in-office or take-home systems to over-the-counter products. Professional in-office whitening gel is the most predictable and preferred method. Although somewhat more expensive, patients find the procedure convenient and highly effective. It takes between one to two hours using a powerful 10 to 35 percent carbamide peroxide formula. A professional at-home system involves getting impressions of your teeth to create custom trays, which the patient fills with the whitening solution. Most patients prefer to wear them while they sleep, but you can choose the time that’s most convenient for you. You can reuse take-home whitening trays as needed to give your smile quick boost. This system is less expensive than the in-office procedure but requires more time and discipline. Over-the-counter whitening systems are much cheaper and easy to use. The strips are worn for 30 minutes a day over the course of two weeks. They have much less concentrated bleaching products to minimize complications from cavities and gum disease and are therefore not as effective as professional systems. If tooth sensitivity or gum irritation occur, use the whitening product less frequently and reduce the amount of time spent whitening. Prescription fluoride can be used to treat occasional tooth sensitivity. Orajel can be used to treat occasional gum sensitivity. A decade ago, when teeth whitening procedures was less utilized, people’s teeth were naturally more yellow, and it was an accepted color standard. Today, many people are whitening their teeth and the accepted color standard is now whiter. Whitening is safe and results lasts up to five years, making it a great value. People enjoy their smiles more than ever and feel more confident. 34

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Health & Wellness

Spring is the Perfect Time for Laser Hair Removal BY MICHELLE HINSON

Michelle Hinson is director of marketing and communications for Nue Medical Consulting, a Lawrenceville-based healthcare practice management firm. Clients include Shefa Wellness Centers, which specialize in weight loss, anti-aging products and techniques, and message therapy for men and women.

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I recently attended a conference in Miami, where the weather was perfect for wearing shorts and dresses. The hotel had a lovely pool for lounging and swimming. I put on my swimsuit and looked in the mirror and realized â&#x20AC;Ś I forgot to pack a razor. As a sat by the pool wearing jeans, a colleague told me about her laser hair removal treatments. In the U.S., laser hair removal is one of the most common cosmetic procedures performed. Lasers beam highly concentrated light into hair follicles. Pigment in the follicles absorbs the light and destroys the hair. Once the hair has been removed, your skin is smooth with no razor bumps, in-grown hair or stubble. Asked if laser hair removal hurt, my colleague replied that while

you may feel a bit of discomfort, the treatments were nothing compared to the pain of waxing and tweezing. Lasers can remove hair from all parts of the body: face, under arms, legs and bikini zone. After the laser hair removal regime is completed, results will be almost permanent, but touch-up treatments will be needed annually or biannually to maintain results. Treatments take on average 30 minutes a session and are approved by the Food and Drug Administration. Most folks see results in three to eight treatments. In comparison, women will spend 72 days of their life (on average) shaving, according to the Huffington Post. The cost for laser hair removal varies widely depending on the size of the treatment area, the number of treatments needed and other factors. But did you ever think about the cost of shaving? On average, women spend more than $10,000 in a lifetime on shaving and shaving related products, according to a survey conducted by American Laser Centers. The surveyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most shocking finding? Waxing costs women on average $23,000 in a lifetime. Another advantage of laser hair removal is that it helps conserve water. According to the survey, the average woman will use nearly enough water while shaving to fill an Olympic-size swimming pool during her lifetime.

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Schools & Sports

Taking Time to Celebrate Differences BY CINDY CREWS

Kids Who Are Different By Digby Wolfe

Here’s to the kids who are different, Kids who don’t always get As, Kids who have ears Twice the size of their peers, And noses that go on for days.

Cindy Crews joined the Sixes Elementary staff as assistant principal in 2011 and has been an educator in Cherokee County for 20 years. She recently earned her Education Specialist Degree in Educational Leadership at Kennesaw State University, where she is pursuing her doctorate. Cindy.crews@cherokee. k12.ga.us.

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Here’s to the kids who are different, Kids some call crazy or dumb, Kids who don’t fit, With the guts and the grit, Who dance to a different drum. Here’s to the kids who are different, Kids with a mischievous streak. For when they have grown, As history has shown, It’s their difference that makes them unique.

I remember this poem from my teaching days. When I stumbled upon it, I decided to use it as part of the curriculum night information I delivered to the parents of my students. From that year forward, I shared this poem to help my students and parents know I cared deeply about all kids, especially the ones who are different. Schools across Cherokee County celebrate children and their differences every day. During March, we celebrated Exceptional Children’s Week. It is a time to help our students develop an awareness of disabilities that affect many people in our lives. It is a time to nurture empathy and acceptance of those who are different from ourselves. At Sixes Elementary, our PTA organizes lessons for each grade level to help students understand what it is like to have a disability. Students in kindergarten took part in centers such as crayon rubbings on a Braille book, learning how to sing “Happy Birthday” in American Sign Language and practicing eating small snacks with socks on their hands. This year, we welcomed Patti Pruitt, a children’s book author who happens to be blind. Sixes’ first-graders enjoyed visiting with Ms. Pruitt. They were excited to have the opportunity to purchase one of her autographed books. It’s an exciting time around the Cherokee County School District as we say, “Here’s to the kids who are different!”

School District is Praised for Crisis Management Drill BY MARK KISSEL

Crisis management planning in schools must take a two-prong approach: responding to the actual emergency or crisis, and assisting parents, relatives, media and others who will be at the school within moments of such events. Last month, members of the Cherokee County School District’s Reunification Team and other public safety agencies participated in a full-scale training exercise held at River Ridge High School that focused Chief of Police Mark on reuniting students and staff with Kissel has served the Cherokee County School family members at First Baptist District since 1999 and Church Woodstock, the district’s has more than 35 years designated reunification site. of law enforcement The team is made up of nearly 100 experience. people from across the district with assigned responsibility to address parent check-in, student check-in, medical triage (using school nurses), food service (using food service staff), crisis de-briefing (using counselors and school psychologists), media relations, technology and security. Evaluators with experience in emergency management and an understanding of K-12 practices were used to assess 10 critical areas during the exercise, which included: • Effectively utilizing the district parent notification system. • Effectively communicating with team members and other entities. • Ensuring that only authorized parents/guardians took custody of students. • Ensuring that staff provided emergent, urgent and non-urgent care to students and staff. • Overcoming language barriers. • Utilizing National Incident Management System (NIMS) and Incident Command System (ICS) structures. In addition to the evaluators, representatives from several large metro Atlanta school districts, the Georgia Emergency Management Agency, Georgia Bureau of Investigation and the Federal Bureau of Investigation were present to observe, learn and offer suggestions for improvement. One of the observers commented: “Few of us have experience in dealing with parent reunification, and I am impressed with the efforts taken to solve this problem. I am very impressed with what has been put together.” While there is no perfect plan, our team is reviewing evaluator comments and debriefing participants to gain perspective on what worked and areas that can be improved. One area that requires the assistance of every parent is the need to ensure that student contact information is up to date. continued on page 60 SIXES LIVING | April 2014

Feature

In Celebration of Poetry

Since 1999, Americans have celebrated National Poetry Month in April, a commemoration created by the Academy of American Poets to increase awareness and appreciation of poetry. Local middle and high school students share what they’ve written.

Can’t Force It

You can make a fire light Can get a pen to write And make the lanterns glow Can move the needle to make it sew But you can’t make a river flow You can order men Even have them lie You can tell a machine But no matter how hard you try You can’t force a bird to fly

Pine and cry Give blank looks to the outside But that won’t make time go by You can use the wind to guide the kite Change attitude with a single sight Can throw a ball to any height But even in the worst of plights Sitting and crying won’t make it right You can try to make the flowers grow Feed the birds and let them crow Someone old may still use their teddy Can help to make the boat stay steady But you can’t force it till it’s ready.

Katana Merkel sixth grade, Freedom You can twiddle your thumbs Middle School Yawn and whine

Okay “It’s okay,” I say, ensuring your happiness. “It’s okay,” I respond, only so you can continue to break me down. “It’s okay,” I express, smiling just to hold back a flood of tears. Bit by bit, my body’s most vital organ shuts down. But that’s okay. As long as you’re happy-- I try to stay alive. As long as you’re happy-- my heart is fragmented, but not broken. As long as you’re happy-- I hold on. My heart is collapsing with the weight of us. Your love ruins me, but that’s okay.

Dogs

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Cara Wallace, senior, Sequoyah High School

They are man’s best friend they say They stick with you night and day. Dogs are the only ones you can 100% rely on, To be with you till dawn. When you become their owner, they will always love you Because you brought them happiness to their sorrowful soul. They will miss you even when you are gone 5 minutes Because their love for you is never ending. All they’re asking for from you is to be their ALL, And surely your ALL will be enough until they fall.

Clovers

Up out of my Shell

Like a flower, You shine and glower,

He picks the people, The best of the best I did my best to hide But he thought I was fearless I thought I was too

You smile all day,

Madelynne Dunlop, I chose to hide And show no pride eighth grade, Dean Why can’t they just let me be? Rusk Middle School To let my talent go to waste

She takes you home, to give you a bath.

He had to choose me I practice every day (hopeless) I was speechless Alone in my bedroom (I practice) But with people my heart pounds rapidly and I can’t do this anymore!

We are four leaf clovers.

Never fade away, A soft little giggle, A child’s laugh,

Like a flower blooming gracefully I know that I can, How could I have been so blind? He always knew that I could And I knew it too So I got up my nerve and gave a smile And sang the melody like never before He gave not and I smiled back There I knew there really was a new me.

Her mother’s eyes shine, As she hands you over, What are we all, my dear?

Arionna Lewis, sixth grade, Woodstock Middle School

2011-2014

The door to my room is open. It used to be shut tight. Nobody in, nobody out. Leave me alone! There’s nothing to see! Out! Out! Out! The door to my room is open. The light can come through. Shut up and go. No sisters allowed! MY ROOM! Stay away!

Gaby Medina, senior, Cherokee High School

The door to my room is open. There is no barrier anymore. Why don’t you knock? I just like being alone. Can you do that another day? Please get out.

The door to my room is open. Come over and visit, please. Wanna sleep over, sis? You want me to leave? Oh, I’m sorry. I shouldn’t have locked you out. The door to my room is open. The air flows freely through the house. It’s so cramped in here. I have nothing to hide. I’m leaving soon anyway. Please, come inside. The door to my room is open. I think that’s the way it’ll stay. At least until I have to go, anyway. I’m sorry I was a moody teenager. One that shunned everything in sight. The door to my room is open. Let in the light. SIXES LIVING | April 2014

Schools & Sports

Answers Given by Teachers Offer Insight to Classroom BY TAMMY DORSTEN

One of the most important ways that parents can help their schoolaged children is to be involved – volunteer in the classroom, stay in touch with the teacher, and help the children with work at home. Recently we suggested questions to ask your child’s teacher, knowing that responses to some very specific inquiries can reveal so much about your child’s school experience. Now let’s explore what the answers tell you. Tammy Dorsten owns The first – and perhaps most Holdheide Education important – thing that should be and Holdheide Prep in Woodstock. She can apparent is how involved your child’s be reached at (770) teacher is with the school and with 516-2292 or info@ your child. Are the responses that HoldheideEducation.com. you received short, shallow ones that don’t show a true understanding of your child? Or are the answers thoughtful ones that show you that the teacher has come to know your child very well? Hopefully you were given insightful answers that give you a glimpse of a classroom leader who will allow your child to grow, instilling confidence and encouragement to ask further

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questions. Answers to simple questions, such as “How will you respond if or when my child struggles in class?” gives you an idea of how well the teacher knows your child and how best to most effectively deal with any problems. Great teachers know their students within a short amount of time, even in the midst of large classroom settings. These great teachers also do a fantastic job of using critical, deductive reasoning and creative strategies in their classrooms and with their students. Specifically asking the teacher how creative, innovative and critical thinking is used in the classroom can help you better understand how the students are inspired and encouraged in their intellectual, social and emotional growth. Teachers are often anchors in a child’s life, much like parents, coaches, civic and church leaders. That’s why it’s important to ask the difficult questions and carefully evaluate the responses. Since we aren’t able to go through the school days with our children, staying in tune with their teachers is vital. The questions that you ask are incredibly important and show that you care and that you are paying attention. Conferences done on a quarterly basis are great ways to keep up regular communication and a great relationship with your child’s teacher. To review the suggested questions, visit www.sixeslivingmagazine.com and click on the February 2014 issue under the Archives tab.

Schools & Sports

Canton, Hasty, United Way Partner Canton Elementary School STEM Academy and Hasty Elementary School Fine Arts Academy are partnering with the United Way to provide a Family Leadership Institute, funded through a United Way grant of $13,470. The program is being led by Canton Elementary parent Deana Bearden at Oak Leaf Church in downtown Canton, a Cherokee County School District partner. The sessions, which teach parents what it means to be a leader in their home, school and community, will end in May.

Elementary Student Wins Grant Woodstock Elementary School third-grader Isabelle “Izzy” LeClair won a $130 service project grant from Northside Hospital to benefit the fight against multiple sclerosis. She worked with teacher Kristen Giemzik and a group of students to make and sell bracelets as a fundraiser for the cause. From left, teacher Kristen Giemzik, Principal Kim Montalbano, Izzy LeClair and Shelia Perkins of Northside Hospital.

A Day Dedicated to Reading Hickory Flat Elementary School celebrated Dr. Seuss’s birthday for the sixth year by welcoming Sequoyah High School students to read to students every year through special activities on Read Across America Day. Sequoyah student Jessica Weems (above) reads to Linda Warner’s third-grade class. From left, front row: Sarabeth Campbell, Jessica Weems and Hannah Marko. Second row: Madelyn Gannon, Angelina Torres, Sophie Robbins, Delana Schmidt, Bailey DeMaria, Emma Gil De Rubio, Cody Reynolds; third row: Avery Glover, Julia Sick, Gabby Zaine, Molly Sheehan, Adam Moreno, Brady Harmon, Caden Eckerman, Walker Beck and Jacob Munger. Back row: Kayla Larson, Grace Leyva-Mansilla, Clay Tucker, Jack Tucker, Brent Mascheri, Frankie Roppo, Bradley Miller and Taylor Pecht.

Thank You!

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Schools & Sports

Woodstock Senior Places in National Contest

VFW National Commander-in-Chief William Thien, left, and Ladies Auxiliary of the VFW National President Sissy Borel, right, present Madison with her award.

Avery Wins Exxon Mobil Grant

Woodstock High School senior Madison Tank is the Georgia winner of the 2013-14 Voice of Democracy speech and essay scholarship contest and placed fourth in the national competition. Madison represented VFW Post 5262 in Canton and won the $7,000 Leroy Moorehead Memorial Scholarship Award, a national prize provided by former heavyweight boxing champion George Foreman in memory of his father. Approximately 50,000 high school students from across the nation entered the contest. Each contestant was required to record a speech between three and five minutes about this year’s theme, “Why I’m Optimistic about Our Nation’s Future.” Madison also received more than $1,500 in scholarships for her success at the VFW Post, district and state levels.

JROTC Seniors Awarded Scholarships

Avery Elementary School has won a $500 grant from Exxon Mobil for math and science education. Principal Pam Smith said the funding will be used to enhance the school’s classroom resources in those areas. The school was nominated for the grant by Jamie Henson with MAJORS Management LLC. The school also has earned the Gold Fit-Friendly Worksite designation from the American Heart Association.

Woodstock High School Navy Junior ROTC students have earned four-year college scholarships. Cadet Lieutenant Commander Craig Yaeger Liam Welch Liam Welch received the Frederick C. Branch scholarship for $54,000 to Savannah State University, where he plans to study engineering and will commission as a Marine second lieutenant upon graduation. Cadet Lieutenant Craig Yaeger received a $134,000 Navy ROTC scholarship to Auburn University, where he plans to study industrial engineering and will commission as an ensign in the U.S. Navy upon graduation. Craig also received an additional $60,000 per year from an academic scholarship from Auburn and plans to become a naval aviator.

Students Compete at Harvard University Woodstock Student Wins Technology Award The Sequoyah High School Speech & Debate Team recently participated in the prestigious Harvard University Speech & Debate Tournament against debaters from outstanding public and private schools throughout the country. Sequoyah sent 24 students to the invitational, and they participated in Policy, Lincoln-Douglas, Public Forumand a wide variety of speech events. All of Sequoyah’s debaters won at least two rounds in the events that they entered, and three won awards: David Miller and Sam Fullerton won an Octofinalist award in Public Forum, and Janet Miller won an award for placing in Lincoln-Douglas Debate.

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Hope Shackelford, a Woodstock High student, has won the Aspirations in Computing Affiliate Award presented by the National Center of Women in Information Hope Shackelford Technology. Award recipients are selected based on their aptitude and aspirations in technology and computing; leadership ability; academic history; and plans for post-secondary education. She was nominated by Karen D. Zayance, Engineering Technology Pathway and AP Computer Science teacher.

Senior Earns Silver Key for Writing From left: David Miller, Janet Miller and Sam Fullerton.

Cherokee High School senior Rachel Nipp has been chosen as a Silver Key winner in the Scholastic Writing Competition, and her writing will be showcased at the Savannah College of Art and Design in Atlanta.

Rachel Nipp

DECA Students Advance to Internationals Seven DECA students from Woodstock High School and three Sequoyah High students are advancing to the International Career Development Conference in May in Atlanta. DECA, an association of marketing students, is a co-curricular organization that promotes the principles of marketing, management and entrepreneurship. More than 1,400 students from around the state competed in more than 60 events at the state conference.

Woodstock High competitors were: senior Rani Tilva, Business Services Marketing; juniors Riley McBay and Liza Walsh, Fashion Merchandising Promotion Plan; and junior Tony Ricci, Business Speech. Rani and Tony placed in the top six in their respective events, and will represent Georgia DECA at the International Career Development Conference. Senior Rachael Klocek and junior Jessica Alexander showcased their

Woodstock DECA students Rani Tilva, Riley McBay, Liza Walsh, Tony Ricci, Rachael Klocek, Jessica Alexander and Luke Cupit and sponsor Cathy Roberts.

presentation skills through the SchoolBased Enterprise Certification event for Woodstock’s school store, The Den. Rachel and Jessica successfully certified The Den at the Bronze level. Freshman Luke Cupit attended the Emerging Leaders workshop to develop leadership and teamwork skills. Sequoyah students Sydney Anderson placed first at state and third at region; Sydney Neubert placed first at region; and Slade Searcey placed fourth at region.

Sequoyah DECA students Alexa Levantis, Carnell Tate, Rachael Moncada, Sydney Neubert, Sydney Anderson, Sarah Warner, Ivette Burgos and Alejandra Portal.

Tech Tigers Roar at State Competition

CCA participants were (from left) Brooke Price, Leslie Iredell-Lyne, Jamie IredellLyne and Brandy Price.

Bullying Issues Given Spotlight Families at Cherokee Charter Academy (CCA) in Canton had an opportunity to learn more about the problem of girl bullying through on-campus screenings of the award-winning film, “Finding Kind.” The movie is a conversation with women and girls across the country, created by filmmakers Lauren Parsekian and Molly Thompson. CCA sixth-graders used the movie as the springboard for a day dedicated to anti-bullying discussions, team-building activities and encouraging kindness. Middle school students also created and shared hearts to encourage kindness and respect through their “Have Some HeART’ project.

Cherokee Charter Academy was represented by eight students in grades 5-9 at the Georgia Educational Technology Fair in Macon, on the campus of Middle Georgia State College and University. Mariah Johnson, ninth grade, earned a second place finish in the digital photography competition with her portrait titled Feigned Beauty. She used Adobe Photoshop and Elements to create “a portrait portraying mystery with the intent to make the viewer question what is behind true beauty.” Mariah and fellow ninth-grader Caroline Cory competed as a team and came in third in non-animated graphic design. They used Adobe Photoshop, Elements, Pixlr and Gimp to create “an apocalyptic scene portraying the waning of humanity.” Ninth-graders Ben Adams and Diego Gordinho also competed as a team and placed third in digital game design for their multi-player game in CryEngine3, in which players “drive virtual vehicles, combat friends and explore the world.“ Mary Elizabeth Cory, seventh grade, used Google SketchUp and Blender to create a model of Italy’s Vatican Square and placed third in 3D Modeling. SIXES LIVING | April 2014

Faith

The Limits of Being ‘Just Fine’ BY DR. JOE MCKECHNIE

Many years ago I was part of a mission team repairing roofs for low-income families in western North Carolina. After we had finished a project one evening, we took some time to walk through the meandering trails of the Appalachian Mountains. As we made our way through narrow paths, I slipped on some moss that was growing on top of a large rock, and I fell down a 12-foot embankment, and hit my head on Dr. Joe McKechnie is the senior pastor of Sixes the rocks below. I was dazed, and United Methodist Church, a bit embarrassed, but I looked and a member of the up at my friends and confidently Sixes Living community declared, “I am fine.” board. Email him at joe@ Less than an hour later, my head sixesumc.org. started throbbing and I felt dizzy. My group took me to the local hospital, where I was told that I had a concussion. Remember how I had earlier said that I was fine? Well, I wasn’t. As we prepare for Easter, one of the key things I have to

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remember is that I am not fine. Sure, compared to some others, I may seem okay. I have an amazing and beautiful wife, I am the blessed father of two wonderful children, I have a vocation that I absolutely love, and have the opportunity to be in ministry for (and with) an amazing congregation. On the surface, all is well. But I am not fine. You see, I can focus on being a nicer person. I can be involved with things that make this community a better place. I can try to be a devoted husband and loving father. But the truth is, on my own, I cannot. I am a sinner (those three words aren’t easy to admit!). I have made tons of mistakes (and I still do – just ask my wife!). I have worked hard in an effort to find peace and joy and hope. Yet I have not been able to achieve that. I have gone through life feeling empty, afraid, unloved, and unlovable. That’s the bad news. But Jesus is God’s Good News to overcome mankind’s bad news. No matter how I have tried, I haven’t been able to fix things. But Jesus has. I have not been able, on my own strength, to make any sort of impact. But Jesus has. I don’t have the willpower to keep fighting in the face of adversity. But Jesus does. I am not, on my own, able to forgive those who hurt me or to love my enemies or to show love to “the least of these.” But Jesus does. continued on pg 60

A Rebirth Involves the Mind and Body BY SYLINA BUEHNE

Being “born again” is a term that most of us are familiar with, but have you ever taken a moment to contemplate exactly what it means? Will we actually recycle and be born again? What does being re-born really mean? Have you taken time to ask yourself this daunting question? Have you sat in silence and asked Sylina Buehne is a Native the Creator to open your heart American shaman and and your eyes to see what is medicine woman trained meant by this scripture? in the Creek, Cherokee and Being re-born or born again Maya traditions. She is an outreach coordinator for The is a challenge. It is difficult. It Monroe Institute and former requires transformation of not just instructor at the Edgar Cayce the mental, but the emotional and Association of Research and physical bodies. It is traumatic Enlightenment. Sylina has a to go through the birth canal for Ph.D. in herbal medicine and is pursuing a doctorate in divinity. the infant. Being born again is a traumatic process as well. The birth pains began a long time ago. We are now in the birth

canal and we can see the light at the end of the tunnel. In the Bible, Romans 12:2 says, “Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.” Your mind tends to drive everything around it. You and your emotions are completely run by the mind. If we are going to birth into a new consciousness, we must learn to tame the mind. Revelations 21:4 states, “He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.” We are birthing into a new awareness where we no longer can harm one another as we realize our connections with each other. We remember that we are spiritual beings having a human experience and the Creator designed us to learn and evolve in every way. YOU are different today than you were last year. Change and evolution are what our journeys are about. The Creator didn’t make you so that you should feel less than. He made you to be great, to be amazing, to be phenomenal. To be the best you that you can be. Now, what you do with your gifts will be your gift back to the Creator.

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Canton

Derby Day Sparks Fond Memories BY MEGHAN GRIFFIN

Only a month left until the Run for the Roses! Coming from a long line of Kentuckians, the Derby was always the biggest party of the year in my family. When I was a kid, my parents would throw huge blowouts with mint juleps, burgoo (a spicy stew), and betting. They even rented the Golden Anchor, the only private event facility on Kodiak Island. The building Meghan Griffin is Canton’s was gorgeous and huge in my Main Street Director. She eyes, with massive windows was raised in a military that overlooked the ocean and family and grew up all over a large oak bar upstairs. I was the United States, mostly not allowed to attend that party, in Kodiak, Alaska. She has happily called Canton home but I did get to help set up, for the last 10 years. and I remember thinking how glamorous it was. I still get a thrill every year when the Cherokee County Historical Society hosts the Kentucky

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Derby Day hats can be very intricate – and creative.

Derby Party at the Rock Barn, which will be held this year on May 3. All of the hats that the ladies (and men) spend weeks crafting, the delicious food, the roses, the silent auction - it all adds up the swankiest, most fun party in Cherokee County. I started planning my hat in early March. I don’t think I can say enough how much fun I have every year. And it’s all for a good cause: proceeds benefit the exhibits and programs at the Cherokee County History Museum. Don’t wait to get your tickets – call today, (770) 345-3288, or visit www.rockbarn.org. Believe me, you don’t want to miss it! CANTON MAIN STREET PROGRAM BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT

The Art of Living Coalition The 501c3 nonprofit army of artists, who specialize in music, stained glass, fine arts, and photography, and bring art and music to nursing homes, alcohol and drug rehab facilities, senior centers, hospitals and other places that can benefit from therapeutic service. Home base is Studio 121, located in downtown Canton at 121 Brown Street, a community gathering spot for recovery group meetings, artists and prayer groups. The coalition is a nondenominational, faith-based ministry with a simple mission: to serve soul food through the arts.Studio 121 also hosts art classes, summer and school break camps, and offers art scholarships for children in need. The studio is an art gallery for local artists, and is available for events with a nominal donation. Owner Patricia Reeves began expressing her artistic passion through watercolors, acrylics and oils at age 7, and has experienced healing through art. Stop by any day by appointment, or 11 a.m.5 p.m. Saturdays. (770) 479-6961. www.thestudio121.com.

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Downtown Woodstock

Revamping Workout Clothing Wardrobe BY JODI TIBERIO

The response to our monthly makeover article has been really overwhelming. We have been Jodi Tiberio owns Branches Boutique for flooded with women who would women in Towne Lake like to participate, and it is exciting and brooklynn’s boutique to see the results every month. for men and women in Thanks to everyone who tells us Downtown Woodstock. how much they love the article! Contact Jodi at info@ shopthreads.net. Our latest participant is a mother of two who spends her time volunteering at school and working out in the gym. For the most part, Jesse Champion’s wardrobe consists of workout clothing and sweatpants. In the past, she has come to Branches for a special occasion outfit, but recently she said she is ready to revamp her everyday style to fit her bubbly personality. Our manager at Branches Boutique, Mari helped Jesse with her wardrobe selection. Mari knows how to listen to our customer’s needs and ask the right questions to understand what will make a woman feel confident in her clothing. Mari had Jesse try on my favorite pair of distressed jeans, the Suki fit from Silver. These jeans have a slightly higher rise and are relaxed in the hip and thigh. They have a tight fitting designer look, but are super soft and comfortable. They fit nicely, and the distressed look and light wash make for a great casual spring jean. With new spring fashions starting to roll in, Mari had no problem helping Jesse find several tops that looked great with the jeans. Jesse told Mari that she is not the best at adding accessories to her outfits so they spent extra time accessorizing and discussing why some pieces worked, and some didn’t. Next, Mari showed Jesse the new linen pants that had just arrived. These have a fold-over waist and are a popular staple for spring and summer. They chose our favorite handkerchief crochet top in black to go with the white linen pants and added a colorful necklace that Jesse picked out. These tops are figureflattering, fun, and reasonably priced at $29.99. They are available in five colors, as are the linen pants. Crochet style tops are very trendy for spring and summer. With several new outfits and feeling ready to branch out of her workout wear, Jesse headed over to Salon Gloss for her appointment with Will. After consulting with Jesse, Will decided to keep her length but add much shorter interior layering. By removing the weight in the interior of her hair, Jessie’s hair will be bouncier, fuller looking and easy to style at home. Using a highlighting and lowlighting technique, Jessie’s color was taken to a multi-tonal blonde that worked to complement her skin tone. Will also provided Jessie with the proper foundation and makeup colors and techniques that complemented her new hair color and cut. Wow! She really left the ponytail at the gym! Jesse was thrilled beyond words. Please send me an email if you are ready to refresh your style! 50

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Downtown Woodstock

Weddings in Woodstock BY JENNA CLOVER

April is the start of wedding season. The fragrant smell of freshly bloomed flowers is starting to float through the air, and the weather is now mild and breezy. What better time to get married? This month was my first choice to have my wedding; in fact, by the time you are reading this, I will practically be a newlywed! April 5 is my big day, and I couldn’t be more excited! Jenna Clover is a Tourism If you are newly engaged and Information Assistant ready to start the daunting yet at the Woodstock Visitors Center. incredibly exciting task of planning your special day, downtown Woodstock is the place you should start. Here you will find what you need from the beginning to the end of your planning process. A great way to start your planning is to book a venue. If a small and intimate ceremony is what you want, the park at city center in downtown Woodstock is your perfect location. You could have the ceremony under the gorgeous gazebo. Another great wedding venue is Magnolia Hall. This location has an

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elegant banquet room, gazebo and pavilion perfect for rehearsal dinners and large wedding receptions. Conveniently, the Magnolia Thomas restaurant offers full-service catering and is situated near both locations. After you have decided on your venue, it’s time to get into the details! What type of flowers do you want? Brenda’s House of Flowers is a great place to get your centerpieces and bouquets. Do you want to substitute cupcakes for a traditional wedding cake? Cupcakelicious has a scrumptious menu from which to choose. Do you know what style of wedding bands you want? Holly Springs Jewelers has an exquisite collection of great bridal jewels. Are you going to have a large or a small bridal party? Downtown Woodstock has great locations for bridesmaids and groomsmen gifts. Along with the wedding planning, there will be many festivities leading up to the wedding day. Downtown Woodstock is the perfect spot to have a bridal shower or bachelor party. Tea Leaves and Thyme is a popular spot for a charming bridal shower. You can have tea and scones with your girls and enjoy each other’s company before the big day. Leaning Ladder would also be a great place to go with your bridesmaids and enjoy a cooking class. You and the ladies can also enjoy a day of shopping at our fabulous boutiques and end continued on page 60

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“Is she really going to write about summer already? It’s only April!” Yes, she most certainly is going to do that very thing. Why? Because now is the time to start planning a summer for your family that is fun, relaxing and productive. Many parents already know that certain popular camps and activities book up very quickly. The time G. Lora Grooms is the to make a move is now, and director for the Elm Street parents are on the Internet Cultural Arts Village. registering for new experiences She has been teaching, for their children. writing, directing and Many of our young patrons performing in the Atlanta area since 1990. You can will want to sign up for our reach her at director@ classes and camps after seeing elmstreetarts.org a show at Elm Street. (I decided to become a ballerina after watching my first performance of “The Nutcracker Suite” when I was only five and look where it led me!) The children want the chance to get up there and sing and dance and act, too, because it looks like fun. And it is! That’s why they call it a “play.” In our summer camps, campers not only get to perform, but they will also help create characters, plot lines, song lyrics, costume designs and much more. But fun can also be educational. Many companies seek employees with more than just a degree or experience but seek skills such as communication, writing, trouble-shooting and creative problem solving. All skills learned in our drama camps and classes are great not only for the stage but for life, school and work. This summer, we have a fun, new studio production program for teens. We are currently taking registrations to be part of the musical “Hairspray, Jr.” - a three-week studio workshop that will culminate in two public performances at the end of June. No previous experience is required, just energy and an interest in singing, dancing and acting. We are currently rehearsing a studio production of “Annie Kids” featuring a large cast of 6-12 year olds with performances to be held at 2 and 7 p.m. on May 3. For those who don’t seek the spotlight, we also have great visual arts programs and opportunities to volunteer to build sets, costumes, props and much more. Have some summer fun and have your child learn something new while creating memories and experiences that can shape a lifetime. As always, we look forward to seeing you! 54

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SIXES LIVING AREA HOMES SOLD IN FEBRUARY Sixes Living Sales for February 2014 List Price $ 134,500.00 $ 174,900.00 $ 215,000.00 $ 277,900.00 $ 311,850.00 $ 395,000.00 $ 495,000.00 $ 80,000.00 $ 209,900.00 $ 185,000.00 $ 229,900.00 $ 164,900.00 $ 120,000.00 $ 132,858.00 $ 99,900.00 $ 139,900.00 $ 175,900.00 $ 179,900.00 $ 206,500.00 $ 159,900.00

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325 Apache DR Barrett Farms 143 Birchwood PASS BridgeMill 648 Steels BRG BridgeMill 326 Woodbrook CRST BridgeMill 307 Gold Mill TRL BridgeMill 101 DOWNING CREEK CT BridgeMill 504 Poplar Creek XING BridgeMill 408 Pierpont CT Canton Heights 110 Eagle Ridge DR Eagle Ridge See all the photos and details of these sold listings at 626 Syemore PASS Harmony on the Lakes 290 South Village SQ Harmony on the Lakes 227 Holly Creek WAY Holly Creek Estates 1472 WHITE PATH TRL Indian Brook 304 Morning Frost Iris Park 1795 Mountain TRCE Laurel Woods 101 MAGNOLIA SPRINGS LN Magnolia Springs 232 Manous WAY Manous Manor 223 Manous WAY Manous Manor 250 Manous WAY Manous Manor 605 Red Oak CT View at Holly Mill

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Days on Market 3 2.5 1999 42 3 3.5 1998 175 4 3 2000 63 4 3.5 1999 11 5 4 2005 191 5 4 2003 34 6 4.5 2002 125 2 2 2005 50 4 2.5 1994 86 http://SLFEB2014.HomeSalesData.info 4 2.5 2006 65 3 2.5 2013 153 3 2 1984 9 3 2 1996 11 3 2 2008 12 3 2 1981 46 3 2 1995 2 4 3.5 2013 25 3 2.5 2013 24 4 2.5 2013 147 4 2.5 2003 61 Beds

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$ 133,000.00 $ 160,000.00 $ 198,000.00 $ 306,000.00 $ 305,000.00 $ 396,500.00 $ 475,000.00 $ 95,000.00 $ 209,900.00

$ 91.00 $ 107.00 $ 88.00 $ 87.00 $ 100.00 $ 90.00 $ 112.00 $ 89.00 $ 95.00

$ 185,000.00 $ 229,900.00 $ 158,000.00 $ 135,000.00 $ 133,000.00 $ 99,900.00 $ 135,000.00 $ 176,500.00 $ 179,900.00 $ 206,500.00 $ 160,000.00

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SIXES AREA CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS Business Organizations

www.CherokeeCountyAnimalLeague.org.

Canton Cherokee Business and Professional Women’s Club Meets: Noon on third Thursdays at Canton IHOP Contact: Glenda Hinton (770) 345-1751

Cherokee County Foster & Adoptive Parent Association of GA supports foster parents. Contact: Marie Blackwell (770) 378-0759 www.fosteroradopt.org

Canton Communicators Toastmasters Club Meets: Noon-1:15 p.m. Thursdays at the Canton YMCA. Contact: Steven Van Schooten, (770) 366-8224 www.toastmasters.org

Cherokee County Senior Services offers educational, social, leisure and recreational activities for senior citizens. Contact: (770) 345-2675 www.cherokeega.com

Cherokee Area Business Connection Meets: 7:15 a.m. Wednesdays Contact: Marci Zied, (770) 345-8687 customerservice@aloveoftravel.com

Cherokee County Special Olympics provides year-round sports training and athletic competition for children and adults with intellectual disabilities. http://www.cherokeecountyspecialolympics.org

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 Cherokee Toastmasters Meets: Noon-1:15 p.m. Wednesdays at City On A Hill UMC, 7745 Main St., Woodstock 30188 www.CherokeeToastmasters.com 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 Woodstock Business Networking Group Meets: 7:30 a.m. Tuesdays at Atlanta Bread Company, 180 Woodstock Square Ave., Contact: Lee West (770) 591-7101

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.

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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 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 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 Community Veterinary Care provides professional veterinary care for pets whose owners have limited financial means. Contact: (678) 640-3512 www.communityveterinarycare.com 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. 34 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

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 approproiate. 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

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

Civic Organizations

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

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

Political Organizations 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 County Republican Party Meets: Second Saturday at 9 a.m. at Winchesters Woodfire Grill Contact: (678) 809-1411 Cherokee Tea Party Patriots Contact: Conrad Quaqliaroli (770) 592-6545 Republican Women of Cherokee County Contact: (678) 520-2236 www.rwccga.com

Recreation & Hobbies Arts Alliance of Georgia, Inc. Meets: 10 a.m. second Saturdays at Studio 101, 101 Emma Ln., Woodstock 30188 www.artsalliancega.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 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 Cherokee Photography Club www.cherokeepc.org Cherokee Senior Softball Association www.cssasoftball.com 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 Contact: Rich Sanford (770) 926-1944. Alzheimer/Dementia Support Group Meets: 3rd Thursday at Emeritus Woodstock Estates, 1000 Professional Way, Woodstock 30188 Contact: (770) 926-0119 Breast Cancer Support Group: Cancer Support Community Atlanta Contact: (404) 843-1880 http://cancersupportcommunityatlanta.org 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 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 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) 975-7580 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 | April 2014

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SIXES AREA COMMUNITY OF FAITH

Grace Church 1160 Butterworth Rd., Canton 30114 (678) 493-9869, www.gracecanton.org

ADVENTIST

LUTHERAN

Heritage 5323 Bells Ferry Rd., Acworth 30102 (770) 926-3558, www.heritagepres.com

AME

Good Shepherd 1208 Rose Creek Dr., Woodstock 30189 (770) 924-7286, www.gslutheran.org

Canton Adventist 411 Scott Mill Rd., Canton 30114 (678) 880-0106, www.cantonadventist.org 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 First Baptist Holly Springs 2632 Holly Springs Pkwy., Holly Springs 30142 (770) 345-5349, www.fbchollysprings.com First Baptist Woodstock 11905 Ga. 92, Woodstock 30188 (770) 926-4428, www.fbcw.org Heritage Baptist Fellowship 3615 Reinhardt College Pkwy. Canton 30114 (770) 479-9415, www.heritagebaptistfellowship.com Hopewell Baptist 78 Ridge Rd., Canton 30114 (770) 345-5723, www.hopewellbaptist.com Mt. Zion Baptist 4096 East Cherokee Dr., Canton 30115 (770) 479-3324, www.mtzb.org New Victoria Baptist 6659 Bells Ferry Rd., Woodstock 30189 (770) 926-8448, www.newvicbaptist.org River Church 2335 Sixes Rd., Canton 30114 (770) 485-1975 www.riveratlanta.org Sutallee Baptist 895 Knox Bridge Hwy., White 30184 (770) 479-0101, www.sutalleebaptistchurch.com Toonigh Baptist 4999 Old Highway 5, Lebanon 30146 www.toonighbaptistchurch.lifewaylink.com

EPISCOPAL

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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Celebration of Grace 411 Scott Mill Rd., Canton 30114 (770) 503-5050, www.celebrationofgrace.org

Woodstock 345 Arnold Mill Rd., Woodstock 30188 (770) 926-0074, www.woodstockpcusa.com

Living Hope Lutheran Church 3450 Stilesboro Road NW, Kennesaw (770) 425-6726 / office@livinghopega.com www.LivingHopeGA.com

ROMAN CATHOLIC

Timothy 556 Arnold Mill Rd., Woodstock 30188 (770) 928-2812, www.TLCWoodstock.org

St. Michael the Archangel 490 Arnold Mill Rd., Woodstock 30188 (770) 516-0009, www.saintmichaelcc.org

METHODIST

NONDENOMINATIONAL

Bascomb UMC 2299 Bascomb Carmel Rd., Woodstock 30189 (770) 926-9755, www.bascombchurch.org

AllPoints Church 6884 Hickory Flat Hwy, Woodstock, GA 30188 www.allpointschurch.org

Canton First 930 Lower Scott Mill Rd., Canton 30115 (770) 479-2502, www.cantonfirstumc.org

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

City On A Hill 7745 Main St., Woodstock 30188 (678) 445-3480, www.coahumc.org

Christian Praise Center 1358 Sixes Rd., Canton 30114 (770) 924-7532, www.christianpraisecenter.com

Fields Chapel 1331 Fields Chapel Rd., Canton 30114 (770) 479-6030, www.fieldschapel.org

Church of the Messiah 415 Charles Cox Drive, Canton, GA 30115 770.479.5280 www.churchofthemessiah.net

Hillside 4474 Towne Lake Pkwy., Woodstock 30189 (770) 924-4777, www.hillsideumc.org

Dayspring Church 6835 Victory Dr., Acworth 30102 (770) 516-5733, www.dayspring-online.com

Holly Springs 2464 Holly Springs Pkwy., Canton 30115 (770) 345-2883, www.hollyspringsumc.com

His Hands 550 Molly Ln., Woodstock 30189 (770) 405-2500, www.hishandschurch.com

Liberty Hill 141 Railroad St., Canton 30114 (678) 493-8920, www.libertyhillumc.org

Ministry House. 347 Holly Street Canton 30114. (678) 459-2347, http://MinistryHouse.org

Sixes 8385 Bells Ferry Rd., Canton 30114 (770) 345-7644, www.sixesumc.org

New Covenant Bible 1095 Scott Rd, Canton 30115 (770) 479-6412, www.newcovenantcanton.org

Woodstock UMC 109 Towne Lake Pkwy., Woodstock 30188

Oak Leaf 151 East Marietta St., Canton 30114 (678) 653-4652, www.oakleafcanton.com

NAZARENE

Revolution Church 125 Union Trail Hill, Canton 30115 (770) 345-2737, www.therevolution.tv

(770) 926-6440 , www.gbgm-umc.org/woodstockumc-ga

Woodstock Church of the Nazarene 874 Arnold Mill Rd., Woodstock 30188 www.wcnga.com

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 Geneva Orthodox Meets at Hope Presbyterian Church, 4101 Sandy Plains Rd., Marietta (770) 833-3797, www.genevaopc.org

Our Lady of LaSalette 2941 Sam Nelson Rd., Canton 30114 (770) 479-8923, www.lasalettecanton.com

Sojourn Community Church Worship at 231 Arnold Mill Rd., Woodstock (770) 769-7495 www.sojournwoodstock.com Spirit Connection’s 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 (678) 493-6400 Woodstock office (770) 924-4099 Renewals online https://mvd.dor.ga.gov/tags/ Tax Assessors/Evaluation (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

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

(770) 720-4883 (770) 345-5537 (770) 592-6030 (678) 493-4100

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) 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 (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

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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School District is Praised

Natural Remedies for Allergy Sufferers

In the event of an emergency where reunification is needed, anyone picking up a child must be listed as a contact for that child in the school district’s family portal (ASPEN student information system), and that person must have photo identification. Parents should check their contact information list to be sure it is up to date (after log-in, click on the Family tab at the top, then click the Contacts tab on the left). Any changes should be submitted to your child’s school as soon as possible.

• Stinging Nettle supports a healthy inflammatory response and promotes sinus health in all seasons. • Barberry promotes healthy immune system function. • Ivy Leaf promotes healthy mucus membranes and defends the bronchial and lung passageways against occasional irritation.

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The Limits of Being ‘Just Fine’

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You also can include nasal irrigation using a neti pot. Mix ½ to 1 teaspoon sea salt or Himalaya pink salt to 16 ounces of warm purified water, and follow instructions. This is a very effective way to flush allergens out of the sinus passages and reduce inflammation and mucus buildup.

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You see, I am not fine. I have lived much of my life fooling myself (and plenty of others). Remember my concussion? Once I realized that I wasn’t fine, I was able to receive healing. As a follower of Christ, I have to come to grips with the fact that I need a Savior. After all, I can’t save myself. The greater truth is that Jesus died so that I no longer have to be seen as a sinner. I am no longer bound by my past. Rather, through the death and resurrection of Jesus, I am given new life, a fresh start, and an eternal assurance that I am not called to do it on my own!

Weddings in Woodstock continued from page 52

the day with dinner from a variety of top-notch restaurants. As for the groom and his groomsmen, there is something for them too! Barrel and Barley Craft Beer market would be a great start. Stop by and try out its selection of 20 counter-pressure filled growler options and more than 250 bottled beer to mix and match. Follow that with a trip to Maxwell’s Cigar Bar and celebrate in a relaxed environment with good tunes, big screen TVs, and of course, amazing cigars. End your bachelor party festivities with dinner at one of the many great restaurants. If the big day is finally here for you, no stress! We have a variety of salons and spas to take care of you and your bridal party. Beverly’s Day Spa and Salon Spa Venessa are great onestop-shops for all of your day-of beauty needs, like soothing spa treatments or makeup applications. There are also several great hair salons from which to choose, where you can get a beautiful and timeless wedding hairstyle. If you need to give your nails a touch up, Main Street Nail Studio is a wonderful choice. If April is the start, or finish, to your wedding planning, rest assured that downtown Woodstock has you covered! For more information on how to make the most of your downtown Woodstock wedding, check our weddings in Woodstock Pinterest board at www.pinterest.com/mswoodstock!

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Hanging on Through the Turbulence continued from page 16

Strategies like dynamic asset allocation attempt to leverage better-performing sectors of the market while shifting portfolio assets away from underperforming sectors. Such tactical moves may lead to improved portfolio performance. Of course, the strategy also seeks to foster intelligent diversification across asset classes. Dynamic asset allocation is a strategy best left to professionals, even teams of them. Most retail investors would be hard pressed to attempt it, even at a basic level. This is why the buy-and-hold approach (buy low, sit back, ride it out, sell high years later) is so often suggested to those saving for retirement and other long-term objectives. Hang on when turbulence affects the markets. Staying in the market can prove the right move even when the news seems cataclysmic – look at how stocks have rebounded, and hit new highs, since the precipitous fall the S&P took in the recession. Sticking with principles of diversification can prove wise in both challenging and record-setting markets. Securities offered through 1st Global Capital Corp. Member FINRA, SIPC. Investment advisory services offered through 1st Global Advisors, Inc. Created by 1st Global or Peter Montoya, Inc. for use by our financial advisors.

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ELECTED & APPOINTED OFFICIALS United States Government

President Barack Obama (D)

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

(202) 456-1414 fax: (202) 456-2461 (202) 224-3521 GA: (770) 763-9090

Sen. Johnny Isakson (R)

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

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

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

Sen. Bruce Thompson (R) District 14

(770) 546-7565

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

(404) 463-1378

michael@CaldwellforHouse.com

(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

(404) 656-0220

scot@turnerforhouse.com

Rep. Mandi Ballinger (R) District 23

hjohnston@cherokeega.com

Ray Gunnin (R) District 2 Brian Poole (R) District 3 bpoole@cherokeega.com

Jason Nelms (R) District 4

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

Rep. Michael Caldwell (R) District 20

jnelms@cherokeega.com

Cherokee County Coroner Earl W. Darby

Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office

Sonya Little

Cherokee County School Board

State Court

Michael Geist (R) District 3

Chief Judge Clyde J. Gober, Jr.

(678) 493-6480 (678) 493-6490 (678) 493-6480

michael.geist@cherokee.k12.ga.us

Probate Court Judge Keith Wood (R)

(678) 493-6160

Juvenile Court Chief Judge John B. Sumner Judge Anthony Baker

District Attorney Shannon Wallace

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

Clerk of Courts Patty Baker

(678) 493-6511

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(770) 479-1871 fax: (770) 479-1236 (770) 721-6298 x4369

kelly.marlow@cherokee.k12.ga.us

Patsy Jordan (R) District 2

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

www.cherokee.k12.ga.us

Superintendent, Dr. Frank Petruzielo

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

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

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

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

Kelly Marlow (R) District 1

Magistrate Court

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

Cherokee County Tax Commissioner

Cherokee County Courts

Judge W. Alan Jordan Judge A. Dee Morris

www.cherokeega-sheriff.org

Sheriff Roger Garrison (R)

mandi.ballinger@house.ga.gov

Superior Court

(770) 735-8055

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

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

Chief Judge David Cannon Jr. Judge Jackson Harris Judge Ellen McElyea

rgunnin@cherokeega.com

Governor Nathan Deal (R)

Sen. Jack Murphy (R) District 27

L.R. “Buzz” Ahrens (R) Chairman

lbahrens@cherokeega.com

Harry Johnston (R) District 1

State Government

jack.murphy@senate.ga.gov

www.cherokeega.com (678) 493-6001

Commissioners

Sen. Saxby Chambliss (R)

100 Galleria Parkway, Suite 1340, Atlanta, GA 30339 http://chambliss.senate.gov

Cherokee County Board of Commissioners

1130 Bluffs Pkwy., Canton, GA 30114

(770) 893-2970

patsy.jordan@cherokee.k12.ga.us

Janet Read (R) Chair

(404) 462-4950 (770) 516-1444

janet.read@cherokee.k12.ga.us

Rick Steiner (R) District 4

(770) 721-4398, x4370

rick.steiner@cherokee.k12.ga.us

Rob Usher (R) District 5

(770) 928-0341

rob.usher@cherokee.k12.ga.us

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

(770) 345-6256

City Government City of Woodstock Mayor Donnie Henriques

www.woodstockga.gov (770) 592-6001

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Advertisers Index ATTORNEYS/LEGAL SERVICES Hartman Imbriale Attorneys Cover, 32, 33,52 (678) 445-7423, www.hartman-imbriale.com 145 Towne Lake Pkwy., Suite 200 AUTOMOTIVE Aspen Falls Auto Spa 6390 Bells Ferry Road, Woodstock (770) 591-3630 BridgeMill Auto Care Canton location: (770) 720-0765 EastCobb location: (770) 641-9906

BANKING/FINANCIAL SERVICES Bean Counter Solutions 24 (678) 278-9510, www.beancountersolutions.com Citadel Professional Services, LLC (770) 952-6707 225 Town Park Drive, Suite 440, Kennesaw Jeffrey L. Jackson, CPA, LLC (678) 919-1250, www.jjacksoncpa.com BUSINESS LeaderCast Cherokee

CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS JSL of Woodstock Golf Tournament

MUST Ministries 55 Relay for Life, www.cherokeerelay.org Taste & Sound of Woodstock

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DENTAL (Cosmetic, Family, Orthodontics, Prosthodontics and Pediatric) Advanced Dental Restorations, LLC 42 (678) 810-0881, www.BringBackSmiles.com 1505 Stone Bridge Pkwy., Ste. 220, Woodstock BridgeMill Dentistry (770) 704-1812, www.bridgemilldentistry.com 3682 Sixes Road, Canton 30114

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

Park Pediatric Dentistry of Woodstock 49 (770) 926-9260, www.PediatricWoodstockDentist.com 1816 Eagle Drive Suite 200-C S. Bruce O’Neal, DDS (770) 924-8848

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

Werner Pediatric Dentistry of Woodstock 46 (678) 224-5722, www.ChildrensDentistWoodstock.com 250 Parkbrooke Place Suite 250, Woodstock Williams Orthodontics (770) 592-5554 145 Towne Lake Pkwy, Suite 201, Woodstock (770) 345-4155 205 Waleska Road, Suite 1A, Canton www.DrWilliamsOrthodontics.com EDUCATION/INSTRUCTION Holdheide Academy & Prep (770) 516-2292, www.MyGiftedKids.org 5234 Hwy. 5, Woodstock 30188 Towne Lake Driving School (678) 494-2200, www.TowneLakeDrivingSchool.com 1105 Parkside Lane, Suite 1328

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FUNERAL HOME Darby Funeral Home, Inc. 30 (770) 479-2193, www.DarbyFuneralHome.com Woodstock Funeral Home 5 8855 S. Main St., Woodstock, GA 30188 (770) 926-3107, www.woodstockfuneralhome.com

201 Hospital Road, Canton

HEALTH & BEAUTY Azure Salon & Spa (770) 345-8280, www.azuresalon.net 1359 Riverstone Pkwy., Suite 110, Canton Bambu Salon 150 Prominence Point Pkwy., Suite 700, Canton 30114, (770) 345-0027 Crossfit BridgeMill (770) 696-6455, www.CrossFitBridgemill.com Envision Health Studio (770) 926-4180, envisionhealthstudio.com 101 Victoria N. Court, Woodstock FLEX Nutrition (678) 540-6152 6234 Old Hwy. 5, Ste. D6, Woodstock Jyl Craven Hair Design (770) 345-9411, www.jylcraven.com Massage Envy (770) 928-0800, www.massageenvy.com 134 Woodstock Square Ave., Woodstock Salon Gloss (678) 483-8900, www.SalonGloss.biz 220 Chambers Street, Woodstock Salon & Spa Venéssa (770) 591-2079, salonvenessa.com 8516 Main Street

Towne Lake Primary Care Family Medicine, Robin Loe, MD, (678) 445-0819 100 Stone Forest Drive, Ste. 220, Woodstock

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Shefa Urgent Care & Wellness Center (678) 245-6244, shefawellness.com 2000 Village Professional Dr. Suite 200, Canton

Wellstar (770) 956-STAR

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BridgeMill Animal Hospital (770) 479-2200, www.bridgemillvet.com 9560 Bells Ferry Road, Canton

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HOME & GARDEN A-1 Concrete Leveling 49 (770) 591-6500, www.A1Atlanta.net Calvary Landscaping & Irrigation 42 (770) 720-1727, (770) 827-0346 www.calavarylandscaping.com Carpet Dry-Tech 3 (678) 368-5991 Hammocks Heating & Air 1 (770) 794-0428, www.hammockshvac.com Mosquito Authority, The 26 (678) 294-7597, BugsBITE.com McLellan Excavation & Landscaping 53 (404) 520-0710, www.excavationandlandscaping.com Mr. Junk 15 (678) 675-8651, www.mrjunk1.com Pinnacle Contracting Group 3 (678) 995-7307, www.PINNCG.com Reliable Heating & Air 25 (770) 594-9969, www.ReliableAir.com ShadowEFX Lighting 12 David (404) 234-8008 or Nick (404) 234-0714 www.ShadowEffectsLighting.com Uptronix 47 (770) 928-0260, www.uptronix.com PHYSICIANS AND MEDICAL SERVICES Graham Pediatrics, Fitzroy Graham, MD, FAAP (770) 485-9670, www.grahampediatrics.com 105 Mirramont Lake Drive Laureate Medical Group R. Allen Mills, MD and Gavin F. Brown MD (770) 720-2221, 684 Sixes Rd., Ste. 265 NMotion Hand and Physical Therapy (770) 517-2288, www.nmotiontherapy.com 970 Woodstock Pkwy., Ste. 300, Woodstock Northside Hospital – Cherokee (770) 720-5100, www.northside.com

Plastic Surgery Center of the South 16 (770) 421-1242, plasticsurgerycenterofthesouth.net

PHOTOGRAPHY

Kim Bates Photography www.KimBatesPhotoArt.com

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REAL ESTATE & RELATED SERVICES HomeVestors, (404) 644-5877

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Keller Williams, Kurt & Sheila Johnson Back Cover (404) 954-2486, www.kurtandsheila.com Sullivan Wickley Cori Powell, (404) 475-9000, ext. 15 Jimmy Davis, (404) 475-9000, ext.16 www.SullivanWickley.com The Village at Towne Lake (770) 254-5368,TheVillageAtTowneLake.com

RECREATION/SPORTS Carters Lake Guide Service (770) 883-5673 www.carterslakeguideservice.com/allatoona Yong-In Martial Arts (770) 345-4133

RESTAURANTS/ENTERTAINMENT Elm Street Cultural Arts Village (678) 494-4251, www.elmstreetarts.org Papa P’s (770) 592-3100, www.papa-ps.com 2295 Towne Lake Pkwy., Ste. 160, Woodstock

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RETAILERS/SHOPPING B.loved 28 191 E. Main St., Canton, (770) 704-7447 www.shopbloved.com Branches Boutique 2295 Towne Lake Pkwy., #140, (770) 517-1505 370 Chambers St., Woodstock, (678) 540-5483

Canton Historic Downtown Loop

Gifted Ferret, The (770) 693-5889, www.TheGiftedFerret.com 1910 Eagle Dr., Woodstock

Harvest Moon Natural Market 46 (770) 479-4193, www.HarvestMoonMarket.com 3725 Sixes Rd., Suite 103-106, Canton

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

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SPIRITUAL Spirit Connection 15 3725 Sixes Rd., Suite 106, Canton (770) 479-4193, www.spirit-connection-now.com

MAIN STREET WOODSTOCK PROUDLY PRESENTS THE

4TH ANNUAL TASTE & SOUND OF WOODSTOCK Saturday, April 26, 2014 • 11am-3 pm The Park at City Center in Downtown Woodstock

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